Grand Junction public meetings in 2022

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 27, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority will review several liquor license renewal applications. The board will also consider a continued application for a hotel and restaurant license.

• License renewals for All Pro Liquor and TRU by Hilton Grand Junction Downtown
• Renewals for multiple CF Altitude, LLC (Alta) locations
• Renewal for Fairground Wine & Liquor
• Continued application for Lone Spur Cafe Grand Junction, LLC

The authority approved eight liquor license renewals for various businesses. A new license application for Lone Spur Cafe Grand Junction was continued to January 4, 2023, because the owner had not been fingerprinted.

• Approved license renewal for Walterscheid Investment Consulting, Inc. dba All Pro Liquor
• Approved license renewal for Main Street Management, LLC dba TRU by Hilton Grand Junction Downtown
• Approved license renewal for CF Altitude, LLC dba Alta #6151
• Approved license renewal for CF Altitude, LLC dba Alta #6311
• Approved license renewal for CF Altitude, LLC dba Alta 6312
• Approved license renewal for CF Altitude, LLC dba Alta 6316
• Approved license renewal for CF Altitude, LLC dba Alta 6315
• Approved license renewal for Mimosa, Inc. dba Fairground Wine & Liquor

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning amendments and an ordinance to allow marijuana businesses. The agenda also includes a resolution to submit a sales tax increase to voters to fund a community recreation center at Matchett Park. Additionally, the council will review several infrastructure contracts and intergovernmental agreements.

• Ordinance to allow marijuana businesses in Grand Junction
• Sales tax increase from 3.25% to 3.39% for a Matchett Park recreation center
• Contract with Garney Construction for Persigo Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion
• Rezoning of 2.11 acres at 2992 Patterson Road to light commercial
• City Charter amendment regarding lease lengths for Colorado Discover Ability

City Council approved a resolution to place a sales tax increase and debt incurrence for a new recreation center at Matchett Park on the April 2023 ballot. The council also passed ordinances updating zoning codes for landscaping and accessory dwelling units. Additionally, a charter amendment regarding a lease for Colorado Discover Ability will be put to voters.

• Approved Resolution 99-22 to seek 0.14% sales tax increase for Matchett Park Recreation Center (roll call, Simpson voted no)
• Adopted Ordinance 5114 amending landscaping and tree preservation standards (unanimous roll call)
• Adopted Ordinance 5115 amending Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations (unanimous roll call)
• Adopted Ordinance 5116 to place a lease length extension for Colorado Discover Ability on the April 4, 2023 ballot (unanimous roll call)
• Adopted Ordinance 5117 to allow marijuana businesses in the City (unanimous roll call)
• Authorized $41,500 contract with Haynie & Company for 2022 financial audits (voice vote, Simpson voted no)
• Appointed Brandon Kanwischer to the Forestry Board (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Consent Agenda items #1-#6, including road contracts and animal control services (unanimous voice vote)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss Module 3 of the Zoning & Development Code Update. No other specific items are listed on this agenda.

• Zoning & Development Code Update: Module 3

City Council

The City Council will hold a special workshop to review project recommendations submitted by the American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) Committee. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding impact fees.

• Review of project recommendations from the ARPA Committee
• Discussion on impact fees

City Council held a workshop to review six project recommendations for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds totaling approximately $9 million. No final funding decisions were made; Council directed staff to bring the item back in late January or early February after applicants provide additional financial documents and address specific concerns.

• Deferred decision on ARPA funding recommendations to a future workshop
• Withdrew Grand Junction Housing Authority multi-family community proposal from consideration
• Deferred discussion regarding Impact Fees to a later date
• Appointed Councilmember Reitz to Urban Trails interview committee
• Appointed Councilmember Pe’a to Horizon Drive interview committee
• Appointed Mayor Pro Tem Herman as liaison to LCDC
• Appointed Councilmember Pe’a as liaison to One Riverfront

City Council

The City Council held a special executive session to discuss matters related to the Orchard Mesa Pool. The meeting focused on developing negotiation strategies regarding the acquisition of the pool or funding for improvements.

• Negotiation strategy for acquiring Orchard Mesa Pool
• Negotiating funding for improvements to Orchard Mesa Pool

The City Council convened a special meeting and entered a unanimous vote to hold an executive session. The session focused on negotiations and funding for improvements to Orchard Mesa Pool. No further actions were taken before adjournment.

• Unanimously voted to enter executive session to discuss acquiring or funding improvements for Orchard Mesa Pool

City Council

The City Council will discuss a resolution to increase the city sales and use tax from 3.25 percent to 3.40 percent for an April 2023 election. This measure aims to fund a community recreation center at Matchett Park. The council will also review updates to the zoning code and plastic pollution laws.

• Proposed sales tax increase from 3.25% to 3.40% for a recreation center
• Colorado Plastic Pollution Reduction Act implementation
• Zoning & Development Code Update
• Pedestrian and Bike Plan Existing Conditions Report

City Council reviewed a proposal to increase the sales and use tax by 0.15 percent to fund a community recreation center at Matchett Park. Council also reached a consensus to consider an ordinance regarding plastic bag fee remittances. No final votes were taken during this workshop.

• Requested resolution for sales tax increase be placed on Dec 21 agenda
• Reached consensus to consider ordinance updating plastic bag fee remittance date to April 1, 2023

Urban Trails Committee

The committee did not reach a quorum, meaning no official votes or decisions were made. Members received updates on the Policy and Programs Document, Bike Month planning, and the upcoming hire of a Mobility Planner.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider rezoning two properties at the corner of 31 Rd and E ½ Rd, and at 2992 Patterson Road. The meeting also includes discussions on amending landscape and screening standards in the Zoning and Development Code. Several requests to vacate easements and rights-of-way are also scheduled for consideration.

• Rezoning 17.42 acres from RSF-4 to R-12 at 31 Rd and E ½ Rd
• Rezoning 2.11 acres from PD to C-1 at 2992 Patterson Road
• Vacating a 0.47-acre slope easement at 702 Horizon Drive
• Amendments to Zoning and Development Code landscape and screening standards
• Vacating portions of right-of-way near Brookwillow Loop

The commission recommended a rezone for 2992 Patterson Road to City Council. A proposed amendment to landscaping standards failed to gain a recommendation after two motions were defeated. An annexation request for Grand Valley Estates was rescheduled.

• Recommended approval of rezone for 2992 Patterson Road from PD to C-1 (7-0)
• Rescheduled Grand Valley Estates Annexation ANX-2022-478 to next public hearing (7-0)
• Denied recommendation to City Council for landscaping code amendment ZCA-2022-170 with significant trees language removed (1-5)
• Denied recommendation to City Council for landscaping code amendment ZCA-2022-170 as written (3-3)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss proposed amendments to local regulations. The discussion focuses on Landscaping and Short Term Rental rules.

• Proposed amendments to Landscaping regulations
• Proposed amendments to Short Term Rental regulations

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority will review several liquor license renewal applications for local businesses. The agenda also includes a transfer of ownership for Bistro 317 and two new license applications.

• License renewals for Safeway Store #1533, Jimmy’z Hamburgers, and others
• Ownership transfer for Bistro 317 at 317 Main Street
• New liquor license application for Lone Spur Cafe Grand Junction, LLC
• New liquor license application for Yama Sushi at 2839 North Avenue

The authority approved nine license renewals and one ownership transfer. A new liquor license for Yama Sushi was approved, while the application for Lone Spur Cafe Grand Junction was continued to a later date.

• Approved 9 license renewals including Safeway Store #1533, Jimmy’z Hamburgers, and Pho 88
• Approved ownership transfer for Bistro 317
• Approved new Hotel & Restaurant license for Yama Sushi
• Continued Lone Spur Cafe Grand Junction application to December 21, 2022, due to payment issue

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to increase the city sales and use tax from 3.25% to 3.40% for a recreation center at Matchett Park. The meeting also includes public hearings for the 2023 budget and various zoning amendments. Additionally, the council will review an ordinance regarding marijuana businesses.

• Resolution to increase city sales tax from 3.25% to 3.40%
• Public hearing for the 2023 City Budget
• Ordinance to allow marijuana businesses in Grand Junction
• Construction contract for Orchard Mesa Persigo Collections Office parking lot replacement
• Rezoning of 10.96 acres at 172 and 174 Sunlight Drive

City Council approved the 2023 budget and several zoning and building code ordinances. The council also authorized a sewer replacement contract and appointed members to city boards. A proposed sales tax increase for a new recreation center was tabled until December 21.

• Adopted 2023 budget set at $235.1 million (5-1)
• Approved construction contract for 2022 sewer replacements (unanimous)
• Rezoned 10.96 acres at 172 and 174 Sunlight Drive from PD to R-4 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (unanimous)
• Approved supplemental appropriations for 2022 DDA budget (unanimous)
• Reappointed Joseph Burtard, Kelsey Coleman, and Tammy Anderson to Visit Grand Junction Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Cynthia Underwood, Elise Lopez, Pamela Blythe, and Porcia Silverberg to Commission on Arts & Culture (unanimous)
• Tabled sales tax increase measure for Matchett Park recreation center to Dec 21 (unanimous)

City Council

The Dos Rios General Improvement District will hold public hearings regarding the 2022 amended and 2023 budget. The meeting also includes resolutions for the 2023 meeting schedule and notice procedures.

• Approval of December 1, 2021 minutes
• Resolution establishing 2023 meeting schedule and notice procedures
• Public hearing for the 2022 amended and 2023 budget
• Public hearing for the 2022 tax levy

The Board of Directors approved the 2023 budget and an amendment to the 2022 budget. It also adopted a resolution to levy taxes for the year 2022 and established the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approved minutes of the March 17, 2021 Regular Meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1-2022 establishing the 2023 meeting schedule and special meeting procedures (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2-2022 to amend the 2022 Budget and adopt the 2023 Budget (unanimous roll call vote)
• Adopted Resolution No. 3-2022 levying taxes for the year 2022 (unanimous roll call vote)

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will discuss the I-7-B corridor CDOT historic assessment. This meeting is being held at the Old Water Treatment Plant located at 244 26 ¼ Road.

• I-7-B Corridor CDOT Historic Assessment

Planning Commission

The Cannabis Licensing Authority will conduct a hearing regarding a retail license application for Blackjack GJ, LLC dba Blackjack Cannabis. This item is a continuation from the November 17, 2022 meeting.

• Retail cannabis license application for Blackjack GJ, LLC dba Blackjack Cannabis at 2497 Power Road Unit 10

The Grand Junction Cannabis Licensing Authority denied a retail license application for Blackjack GJ, LLC. The decision followed a prior order denying the applicant's request for an alternate location.

• Denied retail license application for Blackjack GJ, LLC dba Blackjack Cannabis (2497 Power Road Unit 10)

City Council

This meeting agenda is only procedural boilerplate: the Grand Junction City Council workshop scheduled for Monday, December 5, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. has been cancelled. No items are scheduled for discussion or decision.

Forestry

The Forestry Advisory Board will discuss updates to the Development Code Landscape Regulations and the Urban Forestry Master Plan. The meeting includes reports on storm response efforts and pending tree removals. Members will also review Chapter 8.32 code updates.

• Update on Development Code Landscape Regulations
• Update on Urban Forestry Master Plan
• Report on 142 locations addressed during the November 4 snowstorm
• Review of 251 pending tree removals
• Review of Chapter 8.32 Code Update

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss the Orchard Mesa Pool renovation. The meeting also includes a Vice Chair election and a review of board bylaws.

• Orchard Mesa Pool Renovation
• Vice Chair Election
• Bylaws Review
• Approval of November 3 minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 22, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

Planning Commission

The Cannabis Licensing Authority will review findings and decisions for new retail cannabis license applications. The meeting also includes continued hearings for two existing applications.

• New retail application for Verts-Chill, LLC at 533 Bogart Lane Unit D
• New retail application for Kind Castle Organic Cannabis Superstore at 2651 Highway 50
• Continued retail application for Blackjack Cannabis at 2497 Power Road Unit 10
• Continued retail and medical application for Colorado Cannabis at 227 Lynwood Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to continue discussions regarding the Zoning & Development Code Update Module 2. No other specific business is listed for this meeting.

• Continued discussion of Zoning & Development Code Update Module 2

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority will consider several liquor license renewal applications, including some with late filings. The agenda also includes decisions on corporate structure changes and a new tavern license application for Game Day Billiards, LLC. Additionally, special event permits for Christmas parties are scheduled for consideration.

• New tavern license application for Game Day Billiards, LLC at 2460 Patterson Road #3
• License renewals for businesses including Olive Garden and Bin 707 Food Bar
• Corporate structure changes for Cruisers and Tailwind GJT, LLC
• Special event permits for Christmas parties at 567 25 ½ Road
• Late filing renewal applications for The Goat and Clover Tavern and Skorz

The authority approved a new tavern license for Game Day Billiards and processed several license renewals, including those with late filings. Two special event permits for the Loyal Order of Moose were also granted. One corporate structure change was conditionally approved pending a background report.

• Approved new tavern license for Game Day Billiards, LLC
• Approved 7 standard license renewals (Golden Gate Gas, BPOE Lodge, Olive Garden, Bin 707, River City Sportplex, Cruise Control Kitchen and Cellar, Pete’s 2.0)
• Approved late renewal for The Goat and Clover Tavern (16 days late)
• Approved late renewal for Skorz (28 days late)
• Approved late renewal and corporate structure change for Orchard Mesa Lanes (15 days late)
• Approved corporate structure change for Tailwind GJT, LLC
• Conditionally approved corporate structure change for Cruisers pending background report
• Approved two special event permits for Loyal Order of Moose Grand Junction Lodge 270 (Dec 10 and Dec 17)

Arts & Culture

The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture is meeting to discuss grant allocations and review several final reports. The commission will also approve the minutes from the October 26, 2022, meeting.

• Grant Allocation Discussion
• Rocky Mountain Final Report
• David Taylor Zikr Final Report
• Grand Valley Open Studios Tour Final Report
• Museums of the West Final Report

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Suplizio Field baseball lease transfer and an antenna installation at the water treatment plant. The council will also consider a rezoning request for property on Sunlight Drive and a grant application for transit improvements.

• Lease transfer of Suplizio Field to Future Legends, LLC
• Rezoning 10.96 acres at 172 and 174 Sunlight Drive to R-4 residential
• Antenna installation lease at 244 26 1/4 Road water treatment plant
• Grant application for North Ave Enhanced Transit Corridor Improvements Project
• Engineering contracts for water and wastewater pipeline replacement projects

City Council approved the 2022 Community Recreation Center Plan and directed staff to draft ballot language for the April 4, 2023 election. The council also approved a lease for communication equipment at the water treatment plant and transferred the Suplizio Field lease to Future Legends, LLC.

• Adopted Resolution No. 84-22 to approve the 2022 Community Recreation Center Plan and refer it to the April 4, 2023 ballot (vote: majority, Councilmember Simpson no)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5108 transferring the Suplizio Field Lease and Management Agreement to Future Legends, LLC (unanimous roll call)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5109 leasing city property at 244 26 1/4 Road to Optimus Communications for an antenna and equipment (unanimous roll call)
• Approved contracts for Advertising Technology Services (voice vote, Councilmember Simpson no)
• Approved professional civil engineering services for water and wastewater pipeline replacement projects (unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized City Manager to submit a Multimodal Options Fund grant application for North Avenue transit improvements (unanimous voice vote)
• Set public hearing for December 7, 2022, regarding supplemental appropriations for the Downtown Development Authority (unanimous voice vote)
• Set public hearing for December 7, 2022, to rezone 10.96 acres at 172 and 174 Sunlight Drive from PD to R-4 (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several city topics. Discussion items include Community Recreation Center planning, housing strategy implementation, and a Fire Department consultant study.

• Community Recreation Center Planning
• Housing Strategy Implementation
• Fire Department Consultant Study

City Council directed staff to proceed with an Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement regarding the Grand Junction and Clifton Fire Departments. Council also moved forward with a new community education housing strategy and expedited review for affordable housing, while tabling financial incentives.

• Directed staff to place adoption of the Community Recreation Center plan on the Nov 16 agenda
• Approved moving forward with Strategy 13 (Community Education and Information) for housing
• Approved moving forward with expedited review for affordable housing development
• Tabled financial incentives for affordable housing development
• Directed staff to proceed with an IGA and feasibility study for a permanent relationship between Grand Junction and Clifton Fire Departments

Planning Commission

The Cannabis Licensing Authority is reviewing new retail cannabis license applications. The meeting includes decisions on businesses located on Highway 6 & 50, South Highway 50, and North Avenue. One application is also scheduled for review and reconsideration.

• Decision on retail license for The Green House Grand Junction at 2540 Highway 6 & 50
• Retail license application for Elk Mountain Trading Post at 1600 S Highway 50
• Retail license application for The Fireplace at 2835 1/2 North Avenue
• Retail and medical license application for Centaurus Farms, LLC at 879 Struthers Avenue Unit D
• Review of Kush Gardens Cannabis CO, LLC at 2599 Highway 6 & 50

The Hearing Officer issued conditional approvals for two applications pending document submission. Three other applications were either taken under advisement or required further information before a final ruling.

• Conditional approval for Nebrina Grand Junction, LLC pending purchase contract extension and tax agreement (7 days)
• Conditional approval for JWJ, Inc. pending amended floor plan (7 days)
• Application for Elk Mountain Trading Post, LLC taken under advisement; written order due within 30 days
• Application for Centaurus Farms, LLC pending additional parking information (7 days)
• Application for Kush Garden Cannabis CO, LLC taken under advisement following submission of updated parking plan

Urban Trails Committee

The Urban Trails Committee is meeting to establish a subcommittee for policies and programs and review the Annual Roadmap. The agenda also includes discussions regarding an annual report outline and low-cost improvement priorities.

• Establishment of a subcommittee for policies and programs list
• Review of the Annual Roadmap
• Discussion of Annual Report Outline Review
• Discussion of Low Cost Improvement Priorities
• Update on Bike Month Subcommittee

The committee unanimously approved the October 12 minutes with corrections. Members discussed forming a subcommittee to synthesize non-infrastructure priorities and reviewed plans for a Bike Month event on 10th Street.

• Approved October 12 minutes with edits (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request to change 10.96 acres from Planned Development to R-4 residential. The meeting also includes reviews of proposed amendments to the Zoning and Development Code regarding landscape standards, accessory dwelling units, and short-term rentals.

• Rezoning of 10.96 acres at 172 & 174 Sunlight Drive from PD to R-4
• Amendments to landscape, buffering, and screening standards
• Amendment regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
• Amendment regarding Short Term Rentals

The Planning Commission recommended approval to City Council for a residential rezone and amendments to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) standards. A proposed amendment regarding Short Term Rentals was remanded to staff for further consideration. Landscaping standard amendments were postponed.

• Recommended approval of rezoning 10.96-acres at 172 & 174 Sunlight Drive from PD to R-4 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Zoning and Development Code amendments for Accessory Dwelling Units (7-0)
• Remanded Short Term Rental code amendments back to staff for consideration (7-0)
• Postponed consideration of Landscape standards amendments to December 13, 2022
• Approved minutes from September 27, 2022

Forestry

The Forestry Advisory Board will discuss potential updates to the Chapter 8.32 Code, specifically regarding watering enforcement and penalties for failing to observe tree protection standards. The meeting also includes updates on public tree maintenance and holiday lights.

• Review of Chapter 8.32 Code Update regarding watering enforcement and tree protection penalties
• Updates on public tree maintenance, including holiday lights and pending tree removals
• Review of CSU extension Ash fact sheet
• Discussion of Green School Professional Applications

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss a tennis and pickleball expansion project. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Whitman Park and unhoused individuals in parks. Additionally, Jonathan Wheatley will provide a supervisor presentation.

• Tennis and Pickleball Expansion Project
• Whitman Park and Unhoused in the Parks discussion
• Supervisor presentation by Jonathan Wheatley
• Approval of October meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a workshop regarding the second module of the Zoning and Development Code update. The agenda contains no other specific discussion items beyond procedural business.

• Zoning & Development Code Update Module 2

General

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority is meeting to consider routine license renewals for seven businesses, one late-filed renewal, and a decision on a new retail liquor store application continued from September. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the notable substantive item being the new license for Lucky Me Liquor 2.

• Renewal: Happy Stop Superstore, 2714 Highway 50, fermented malt beverage off-premises
• Renewal: Andy's Liquor Mart, 922 N 1st Street, retail liquor store with tasting permit
• Renewal: Board Fox Games, 623 Main Street, beer & wine
• Late renewal: Cafe Sol, 420 Main Street, beer & wine, filed 19 days late
• New license decision: Lucky Me Liquor 2, 2992 Patterson Road, retail liquor store (continued)

The Authority approved seven standard license renewals and one late renewal for Cafe Sol. A new license application for Lucky Me Liquor 2 was taken under advisement following public testimony and survey reviews.

• Approved license renewal for Happy Stop Superstore
• Approved license renewal for Andy's Liquor Mart
• Approved license renewal for Board Fox Games
• Approved license renewal for The Palette
• Approved license renewal for Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
• Approved license renewal for Tequila's Mexican Family Restaurant
• Approved license renewal for Copeka Coffee
• Approved late renewal for Cafe Sol after finding good cause

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to introduce the 2023 budget appropriation ordinance. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Suplizio Field management and leasing city property for communications equipment.

• Introduction of the 2023 Budget Appropriation Ordinance
• Transfer of Suplizio Field lease and management to Future Legends, LLC
• Purchase of three ambulances from Braun Northwest
• Lease of City Water Treatment Plant property to Optimus Communications
• Construction contract for the 2022 Waterline Replacement Project - Phase 1

Council introduced the 2023 appropriation ordinance and scheduled a second public hearing for December 7. The proposed budget represents a 0.6 percent decrease from 2022. Several consent agenda items including ambulance purchases and a waterline project were approved.

• Introduced 2023 Budget appropriation ordinance (6-1)
• Approved purchase of three ambulances from Braun Northwest (unanimous)
• Approved construction contract for 2022 Waterline Replacement Project – Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Approved CDBG subrecipient agreements with Meals on Wheels of Mesa County and Eureka! McConnell Science Museum (unanimous)
• Approved resolution declining participation in Colorado's Paid Family Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI) (unanimous)
• Approved resolution finding Downtown Redevelopment Projects support the Plan of Development (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Nov 16 regarding Suplizio Field baseball lease transfer (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Dec 7 regarding 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Board

The scheduled meeting for the Grand Junction Historic Preservation Board on November 1, 2022, was cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss several topics. Discussions include the 2023 recommended budget and updates to the Zoning & Development Code. The council will also meet with the Greater Grand Junction Sports Commission regarding economic development.

• Greater Grand Junction Sports Commission discussion
• 2023 Recommended Budget follow up
• Zoning & Development Code Update

City Council held a workshop to discuss the 2023 Recommended Budget, the Zoning & Development Code update, and sports tourism funding. Council reached a consensus to move economic infill and non-profit funding from the City Council budget to the City Manager's budget. No formal votes were taken as this was a workshop session.

• Consensus reached to move economic infill and non-profit funding to the City Manager's budget
• Revised Halandras Development Drainage Replacement and Upgrades project cost to $1.8 million (increase of $300,000 funded by Grand Valley Drainage District)

General

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority is reviewing applications for various liquor license renewals. The agenda also includes late filings and a special event permit application.

• Liquor license renewals for several local businesses, including Red Lobster and Rib City Grill
• Late liquor license renewal applications for City Market #1 and Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza
• Outdoor dining lease renewals for Las Marias and Il Bistro Italiano
• Special event permit application for 'John Denver Tribute - 2022' at Grand Junction Elks

The authority approved 14 standard liquor license renewals and two late filings after finding good cause. Additionally, a special event permit was granted for a tribute concert at the Grand Junction Elks.

• Approved 14 liquor license renewals for various establishments
• Approved late renewal for City Market #1 (66 days late)
• Approved late renewal for Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza (21 days late)
• Approved special event permit for Grand Junction Elks 'John Denver Tribute - 2022'

Arts & Culture

The commission will review several reports regarding local arts initiatives, including the BAM Final Report and Postvention Alliance Report. Commissioners will also provide updates on the Grand Valley Open Studios Tour, David Taylor Zike, and Avalon Film Festival. Additionally, a presentation on Space to Create and updates on an events survey are scheduled.

• BAM Final Report
• Postvention Alliance Report
• Grand Valley Open Studios Tour update
• Avalon Film Festival report
• Space to Create presentation

Urban Trails Committee

The Urban Trails Committee will hold a brainstorming session regarding non-infrastructure priorities. No other specific discussion topics are listed on the agenda.

• Brainstorming of non-infrastructure priorities

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 25, 2022, was cancelled. No items were presented for decision or discussion.

Planning Commission

The authority is reviewing findings and decisions for three new cannabis license applications. These include retail and medical licenses for businesses at Highway 6 & 50, Grand Avenue, and South Avenue.

• Retail and medical license application for Silver Stem Fine Cannabis at 2454 Highway 6 & 50 Unit 101
• Retail license application for Golden Rookie, LLC at 605 Grand Avenue
• Retail license application for Lucky Monkey Buds III at 245 South Avenue

The Hearing Officer determined one application was complete and eligible for the randomized selection process, while another was ruled incomplete due to posting failures. A third applicant was given seven days to provide further evidence regarding legal possession of their premises.

• Ruled Sistem Grand Junction, L.L.C. (Silver Stem Fine Cannabis) application complete and eligible for randomized selection
• Ruled 81505, LLC (Lucky Monkey Buds III) application incomplete and ineligible for randomized selection due to lack of public notice posting
• Ordered Golden Rookie, LLC to supplement the record within seven days to address issues regarding legal possession of the premises

Forestry

The board will discuss Chapter 8.32 Code updates and penalties for failing to observe tree protection standards. The meeting also includes reports on public ash tree maintenance and private treatment requests.

• Review of Chapter 8.32 Code Update
• Discussion regarding watering enforcement and tree protection penalties
• Report on public ash tree population and plant health care
• Status update on private ash tree treatment requests
• Holiday lights schedule beginning October 17, 2022

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a workshop to continue discussions regarding proposed revisions to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and Short-Term Rental (STR) codes. This item represents a continuation of previous discussions.

• Continued discussion of proposed ADU and STR code revisions

City Council

The Grand Junction City Council will review ordinances for water system improvements and municipal campaign finance. The meeting also includes public hearings for property rezonings and a land annexation.

• Rezoning of 0.21 acres at 1313 Bunting Avenue to Mixed Use Residential-3
• Ordinance for water system improvement loans from the Colorado Water Conservation Board
• Annexation and zoning of 27.83 acres at 2855 C ½ Road
• Contract for construction on Elm Avenue Safe Routes to School Project
• Creation of the Housing Advisory Board

The council voted 6-1 to accept a petition for annexation of 27.83 acres at 2855 C ½ Road for a gravel pit, then 5-2 to annex the land and 4-3 to zone it CSR. An ordinance creating a Housing Advisory Board failed 4-3. The council also approved two rezoning requests, water system loans, and a campaign finance limit of $625 per election cycle.

• Approved annexation of 27.83 acres for C ½ Road Gravel Pit (6-1)
• Approved annexation ordinance for gravel pit (5-2)
• Approved zoning of gravel pit to CSR (4-3)
• Failed to create Housing Advisory Board (4-3)
• Approved rezoning 0.21 acres at 1313 Bunting Avenue to MXR-3 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 0.920 acres at 609 24 Road to C-1 (unanimous)
• Approved water system loans from Colorado Water Conservation Board (unanimous)
• Approved campaign contribution limit of $625 per election cycle (4-3)

City Council

The Grand Junction City Council and Mesa County Board of Commissioners will hold a joint workshop to discuss the 2023 recommended Persigo budget. The meeting also includes time for councilmember communications and planning future workshop topics.

• Discussion of the 2023 Recommended Persigo Budget

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss various items for the 2023 budget. Topics include economic development funding, non-profit funding, and capital budget presentations for Water and Public Works. The council will also discuss next steps regarding ARPA funds.

• 2023 Budget Workshop including economic development and non-profit funding
• Capital budget presentation for Water and Public Works
• Discussion on ARPA next steps
• Horizon Drive Business Improvement District discussion

The City Council held a workshop to discuss the proposed 2023 budget, including $6.5 million for economic development, $66.7 million in capital plans, and funding requests from various partners. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural only.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the workshop

Planning Commission

The Cannabis Licensing Authority is reviewing findings and decisions for several new retail and medical cannabis license applications. These applications involve various locations throughout Grand Junction.

• Retail license application for The Green Joint at 753 Horizon Court
• Retail license application for Cannabis Junction at 1215 N 1st Street
• Retail license application for Kai Dispensary at 914 South Avenue
• Retail license application for The Garage at 545 Colorado Avenue
• Retail and medical license application for Colorado Cannabis at 227 Lynwood Street

The Grand Junction Cannabis Licensing Authority met on October 12, 2022, to review seven new retail cannabis license applications. Four applications were deemed complete and allowed to proceed to the randomized selection process, one was conditionally complete pending a document, one was taken under advisement, and one was deemed incomplete due to the applicant's absence. The hearing officer made final rulings on each application, subject to appeal to the 21st Judicial District.

• GJ2 LLC dba The Green Joint application deemed complete, proceeds to randomized selection
• Cannabis Junction LLC application taken under advisement, needs supplement within 7 days
• Kai Dispensary LLC application deemed complete, proceeds to randomized selection
• Western Colorado Marijuana LLC application conditionally complete, needs property authorization within 7 days
• Colorado Alternative Health Care Ltd application deemed complete, proceeds to randomized selection
• Naturals LLC application taken under advisement, needs proof of ownership within 7 days
• 2257 Colex LLC application deemed incomplete due to no appearance, not suitable for selection

Urban Trails Committee

The Urban Trails Committee will hold elections for the positions of Chair and Vice Chair. The committee will also discuss community streets and brainstorm non-infrastructure priorities.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of August 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding community streets
• Brainstorming for non-infrastructure priorities

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 11, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed.

Planning Commission

The Cannabis Licensing Authority is reviewing findings and decisions for several new cannabis license applications. These include retail-only licenses and a combined retail and medical license for various locations in Grand Junction.

• Retail license application: The Green House Grand Junction at 2540 Highway 6 & 50
• Retail license application: High Q Grand Junction at 2381 Pattersonn Road
• Retail license application: Canna Care, LLC at 2730 Highway 50
• Retail license application: Local Joint at 2260 North Avenue
• Retail and medical license application: Native Roots Grand Junction at 683 Horizon Drive #110

The Grand Junction Cannabis Licensing Authority held a hearing on October 10, 2022, to review six new retail cannabis license applications. The hearing officer ruled four applications complete and eligible for the randomized selection process, continued one application to November 9, 2022, and took one under advisement pending review of a buffering issue.

• Continued JWJ, Inc. dba The Green House Grand Junction application to November 9, 2022
• Ruled HQ GJT, LLC dba High Q Grand Junction application complete and eligible for randomized selection
• Ruled Canna Care, LLC application complete and eligible for randomized selection
• Took TractX, LLC dba Local Joint application under advisement due to buffering issue with VA hospital
• Ruled Lucky Me Dispensary, LLC application complete and eligible for randomized selection
• Ruled RJJ Grand Junction, LLC dba Native Roots Grand Junction application complete and eligible for randomized selection

Planning Commission

The Cannabis Licensing Authority will consider findings and decisions on six new cannabis license applications. The meeting also includes a hearing regarding an appeal of a denied retail application at 421 Brach Drive.

• New retail license applications for locations including 150 W Main Street and 2883 North Avenue
• Medical and retail license application for 640 W Gunnison Avenue
• Appeal of a denied retail application for Basis, LLC dba Azul at 421 Brach Drive

The Grand Junction Cannabis Licensing Authority reviewed six new retail license applications and one appeal of a denial. Five applications were ruled complete or conditionally complete and will proceed to a randomized selection process. One application (THC3, Inc.) was deferred pending additional documentation, and one appeal (Basis, LLC) was continued for supplemental materials.

• Approved Buds GJ, Ltd. application as complete, moving to randomized selection.
• Approved Centroid Holdings, Inc. application as complete, moving to randomized selection.
• Deferred THC3, Inc. application pending written documentation within seven days.
• Approved LivWell XV, L.L.C. application as conditionally complete, subject to written sign plan supplement within seven days.
• Approved NuVue Pharma, L.L.C. application as conditionally complete, subject to written sign plan supplement within seven days.
• Approved CLDC 2, L.L.C. application as conditionally complete, subject to parking plan review within seven days.
• Continued Basis, LLC appeal of denial, directing applicant to submit supplemental material within seven days.

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss the Orchard Mesa Pool renovation, Las Colonias tree planting, and bike rack locations. The board will also elect a new Vice Chair.

• Orchard Mesa Pool Renovation
• Las Colonias Tree Planting
• Bike Rack Locations
• Election of new Vice Chair

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss proposed revisions to the ADU and STR codes. This meeting is for discussion purposes.

• Proposed ADU and STR code revisions

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority will review several liquor license renewals, including one late filing for Feisty Pint. The board will also consider an interior space modification for Mama Ree's Pizza + Brewhouse. Additionally, two special event permits for Colorado Mesa University fundraisers are scheduled for consideration.

• New liquor license application for Brick on Main at 504 Main Street
• Interior space modification for Mama Ree's Pizza + Brewhouse
• Late renewal filing for Feisty Pint
• CMU Track and Field Beer Mile Fundraiser permit
• CMU Great West Beer Fest permit

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved eight routine license renewals, one late renewal for Feisty Pint, a new Hotel & Restaurant license for Brick on Main, and two special event permits for CMU Foundation events. All decisions were made without opposition, with some approvals conditioned on outstanding inspections.

• Approved 8 license renewals for Canyon View RV Resort, Lucky Me Superstore, three Stinker stores, North Avenue Liquors, VFW Post #1247, and Bookcliff Country Club.
• Approved late renewal for Feisty Pint (18 days late) after finding good cause for the delay.
• Approved modification of premises for Mama Ree's Pizza + Brewhouse, waiving survey due to minor interior changes, conditioned on final inspections.
• Approved new Hotel & Restaurant license for Brick on Main at 504 Main Street, conditioned on final inspections.
• Approved special event permit for CMU Track and Field Beer Mile Fundraiser on October 22, 2022.
• Approved special event permit for CMU Great West Beer Fest on November 4, 2022.

City Council

The Grand Junction City Council is considering ordinances for water system improvement loans and the creation of a Housing Advisory Board. The agenda also includes several rezoning requests and discussions regarding potential real estate acquisitions.

• Ordinance introduction for Colorado Water Conservation Board loans
• Rezoning of 1313 Bunting Avenue to MXR-3
• Rezoning of 2855 C ½ Road for gravel pit annexation
• Public hearing on creating a Housing Advisory Board
• Discussion of potential property purchases at 244 N. 7th Street and Orchard Mesa Pool

Council voted down Ordinance 5101, which would have updated landscaping, buffering, and screening standards, after debate over whether Cottonwood trees should be classified as significant trees. The motion failed 3-4. Council also reappointed Kamie Long and appointed Joseph Chandler to the Forestry Board, and set public hearings for October 19 on several items including rezoning and campaign finance changes.

• Landscape code update (Ordinance 5101) failed 3-4
• Reappointed Kamie Long to Forestry Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Joseph Chandler to Forestry Board (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda including setting public hearings for Oct 19 on rezoning, campaign finance, water system loans, and housing advisory board
• Approved 2022 CDBG subrecipient agreements with six organizations
• Continued Housing Advisory Board ordinance and by-laws to Oct 19
• Held executive sessions on possible purchase of 244 N. 7th Street and Orchard Mesa Pool

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will consider a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace roof shingles on an accessory structure at 428 North 7th Street. There are no minutes from previous meetings to be considered.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request for roof shingles at 428 North 7th Street

City Council

The City Council will review a presentation regarding the City Manager's recommended budget for 2023. This workshop session is intended to facilitate discussion through analyzing information and studying issues.

• Presentation of the City Manager's 2023 Recommended Budget

The City Council received the City Manager's 2023 Recommended Budget totaling $235.9 million, a 0.7% decrease from 2022. The budget is balanced with a $344,308 General Fund surplus and allocates resources to strategic priorities including Housing ($3.6M), Economic Development ($19.5M), Quality of Life ($29.1M), Public Safety ($80.7M), and Mobility and Infrastructure ($103M). No votes were taken; this was a workshop presentation and discussion only.

• Received 2023 Recommended Budget presentation (no vote taken)

Arts & Culture

The agenda for this meeting consists only of procedural items. No new business, old business, or specific reports were listed for discussion.

• Approval of minutes

The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture approved the minutes of the June 22nd meeting unanimously. The meeting included reports on the Bookcliff Barbershop event and Jazztopia, but no substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes of June 22nd meeting (unanimous)

City Council

This meeting consists of procedural items regarding the Audit Committee's charter and communication with the auditor. The committee will also receive an update on a request for proposal.

• Review of Audit Committee Charter
• Update on communication with Auditor
• Update on Request for Proposal

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review requests to rezone three different parcels in Grand Junction. These proposals involve changes to commercial, residential, and community service zoning.

• Rezoning 0.920 acres at 609 24 Rd from C-2 to C-1
• Rezoning 0.21 acres at 1313 Bunting Avenue from R-16 to MXR-3
• Rezoning 27.83 acres at 2855 C ½ Road from County RSF-R to CSR

The Planning Commission voted unanimously (6-0) to recommend approval of three rezones to City Council: a 0.92-acre parcel at 609 24 Rd from C-2 to C-1, a 0.21-acre parcel at 1313 Bunting Ave from R-16 to MXR-3, and a 27.83-acre annexation at 2855 C ½ Road from county RSF-R to CSR for a gravel pit. All recommendations passed without opposition. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of rezone at 609 24 Rd from C-2 to C-1 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of rezone at 1313 Bunting Ave from R-16 to MXR-3 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of annexation and rezone at 2855 C ½ Road to CSR (6-0)

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review community feedback collected during Work Session #3. The board will also discuss its future meeting schedule.

• Discussion of community feedback from Work Session #3
• Discussion regarding the future meeting schedule

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority is considering several license renewal applications for local businesses. The agenda includes requests for changes in corporate structure and the transfer of ownership for Wrigley Field Sports Bar & Grill. Additionally, the board will review permit applications for upcoming special events.

• License renewals for MOD Pizza, College Liquors, and Mi Mexico Family Restaurant
• Corporate structure change for Loyal Order of Moose Grand Junction Lodge 270
• Ownership transfer of Wrigley Field Sports Bar & Grill to NewRigs, LLP
• Special event permit for 'Holland Wedding Celebration - 2022'
• Special event permit for 'Turkey Roost Car and Bike Show - 2022'

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved all applications before it: three license renewals (MOD Pizza, College Liquors, Mi Mexico Family Restaurant), one change of corporate structure (Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 270), one transfer of ownership (Wrigley Field Sports Bar & Grill), and three special event permits (Moose Lodge wedding, Eagles car/bike show, Climbers' Coalition social). No applications were denied or opposed.

• Approved license renewals for Best Pizza LLC dba MOD Pizza, College Liquors Inc., and El Balsante Inc. dba Mi Mexico Family Restaurant
• Approved change of corporate structure for Loyal Order of Moose Grand Junction Lodge 270, replacing administrator Jim Martin with Barbara Case
• Approved transfer of ownership for NewRigs LLP dba Wrigley Field Sports Bar & Grill to partners Kiffanie Davidson, Rebecca Binkley, and Terell Binkley
• Approved special event permit for Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 270's 'Holland Wedding Celebration' on Oct. 1, 2022
• Approved special event permit for Fraternal Order of Eagles #595 Eagle Riders' 'Turkey Roost Car and Bike Show' on Oct. 8, 2022 (corrected to 9 a.m.–3 p.m.)
• Approved special event permit for Western Colorado Climbers' Coalition's 'Climbers' Social' on Oct. 29, 2022, Dec. 4, 2022, and Feb. 18, 2023

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances, including a new Graywater Control Program and the creation of a Housing Advisory Board. The agenda also includes a charter amendment regarding housing leases and various land use changes.

• Charter amendment to extend city property housing leases from 25 to 99 years
• Creation of a Housing Advisory Board
• Rezoning 6.15 acres at 2415 Blue Heron Road from I-2 to I-1
• Ordinance for a Graywater Control Program
• Contract authorization for the Odor Control Improvements Project

The City Council voted unanimously to place a charter amendment on the November 8, 2022 special municipal election ballot that would allow the city to lease city property for up to 99 years for affordable housing, up from the current 25-year limit. The council also adopted a graywater control ordinance, vacated two rights-of-way for development, and rezoned 6.15 acres from general to light industrial. A proposed Housing Advisory Board ordinance was continued to October 5.

• Approved Ordinance 5094 adding Chapter 13.40 Graywater Control Program (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 5096 placing charter amendment on Nov. 8 ballot to allow 99-year leases for affordable housing (unanimous)
• Continued Housing Advisory Board ordinance to October 5, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 5098 vacating 15-ft x 325-ft strip at 675 23½ Road (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 5099 vacating portion of G Road right-of-way at 702 Horizon Drive, contingent on plat recording (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 5100 rezoning 6.15 acres at 2415 Blue Heron Road from I-2 to I-1 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Sandra Weckerly to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Lilly Grisafi to full member of Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (unanimous)

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold its third work session regarding the Community Recreation Center. An identical presentation is also scheduled for a community meeting at Fath Heights Church later that evening.

• Community Recreation Center Work Session #3

City Council

The ARPA Committee is reviewing final reports from the housing, behavioral health, and homelessness sub-committees. The committee will also vote on which projects to recommend to the City Council.

• Final Housing report from Laurel Cole
• Final Behavioral Health report from Raul De Villegas-Decker
• Final Homelessness report from Ben Herman
• Committee vote on projects to be sent to Council

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss several topics, including the Zoning & Development Code Update. The session includes the third and final discussion regarding Community Recreation Center Planning. Additionally, officials will review a presentation on the Source of Sales Tax Study.

• Zoning & Development Code Update discussion
• Community Recreation Center Planning (3rd and Final Session)
• Source of Sales Tax Study Presentation

The City Council held a workshop discussing the Zoning & Development Code update, the Community Recreation Center (CRC) planning, and a sales tax source study. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded; workshop was discussion-only

Planning Commission

The Cannabis Licensing Authority is meeting to review findings and make decisions on three new retail cannabis license applications. These include businesses at 584 25 Road, 739 Horizon Drive Unit B, and 2800 North Avenue.

• Retail license application for Prohibition Herb at 584 25 Road
• Retail license application for The Green Horizon at 739 Horizon Drive Unit B
• Retail license application for Roots Recreational at 2800 North Avenue

The Grand Junction Cannabis Licensing Authority approved three retail marijuana license applications as complete, subject to minor conditions. Prohibition Herb (584 25 Road) must update its ventilation plan; The Green Horizon (739 Horizon Drive) must submit a site plan within 24 hours; Roots Recreational (2800 North Avenue) was cleared with no issues. All three will proceed to the city's randomized selection process. No other business was discussed.

• Prohibition Herb application deemed complete, conditional on updated ventilation plan (approved)
• The Green Horizon application deemed complete, conditional on site plan submission within 24 hours (approved)
• Roots Recreational application deemed complete with no conditions (approved)

City Council

The agenda includes a 2022 airport update and additional discussion. The provided text contains only high-level procedural items without specific details on projects or contracts.

• 2022 Airport Update

City Council

The ARPA Committee will review a general report on its process to date. Sub-committees for housing, behavioral health, and homelessness will present interim updates. The committee will also discuss next steps regarding a potential final report meeting.

• Housing interim report from Laurel Cole
• Behavioral Health interim report from Raul De Villegas-Decker
• Homelessness interim report from Ben Herman
• Discussion of potential final report meeting next week

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss Module 1 of the Zoning and Development Code (ZDC) update. This review covers sections regarding general provisions, administration, nonconformities, violations, enforcement, measurements, and definitions.

• Review of Module 1 of the ZDC Update
• Discussion of sections 21.01, 21.02, 21.12, 21.13, and 21.14

City Council

The Grand Junction City Council and Mesa County Board of County Commissioners are holding a joint meeting. Discussion topics include the 29 Road Interchange, a Persigo IGA RFP, and building services contracts.

• 29 Road Interchange discussion
• Persigo IGA RFP discussion
• Building Services/Contract discussion

Planning Commission

The Cannabis Licensing Authority will review three new applications for retail cannabis licenses. The meeting also includes a hearing on an appeal of a previously denied retail application.

• Retail license application: Grand Junction Greenery, 762 Horizon Drive
• Retail license application: Kush Gardens Cannabis CO, LLC, 2599 Highway 6 & 50
• Retail license application: Elevate, 1022 N 3rd Street
• Appeal of retail license denial: High Colorado, LLC, 337 North Avenue

The Grand Junction Cannabis Licensing Authority held a hearing on September 7, 2022, to review three new retail cannabis license applications and one appeal of an application denial. One application (CamCap, LLC dba Grand Junction Greenery) was deemed complete and moved to the random selection process. The other two applications and the appeal were taken under advisement, with written orders to be issued within 30 days. No final decisions were made on the latter items.

• CamCap, LLC dba Grand Junction Greenery application deemed complete and moved to random selection process
• Kush Gardens Cannabis CO, LLC application taken under advisement; written order to be issued within 30 days
• Zuma B, LLC dba Elevate application taken under advisement; written order to be issued within 30 days
• High Colorado, LLC appeal of application denial taken under advisement; written order to be issued within 30 days

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority is reviewing several liquor license renewals and a corporate structure change for Two Rivers Tavern. The agenda also includes applications for premises modifications at HandleBAR and various special event permits.

• License renewals for Mesa Theater, Taqueria Guadalajara #2, and The Warehouse 2565
• Late filing renewal for The Glorious Fig
• Premises modification for HandleBAR to expand upstairs banquet and bar area
• New liquor store application for Lucky You Liquor
• Special event permits including Colorado West Pride Festival and CMU Wrestling fundraiser

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved three routine license renewals, one late renewal for The Glorious Fig, a corporate structure change for Two Rivers Tavern, and a premises modification for HandleBAR. Four special event permits were also approved for STRIVE, CMU Wrestling, Friends of Youth and Nature, and Colorado West Pride. A new liquor store application for Lucky Me Liquor 2 was continued to November 2, 2022, after opposition testimony.

• Approved license renewals for Mesa Theater, Taqueria Guadalajara #2, and The Warehouse 2565
• Approved late renewal for The Glorious Fig (23 days late) with good cause found
• Approved corporate structure change for Two Rivers Tavern (member replacement)
• Approved premises modification for HandleBAR (expand upstairs banquet and bar area)
• Approved special event permit for STRIVE 'Stray Grass for Stray Pets' on Oct 1
• Approved special event permit for CMU Wrestling Steak and Crab Fundraiser on Oct 1
• Approved special event permit for Friends of Youth and Nature Fundraiser on Sep 22
• Approved special event permit for Colorado West Pride Festival on Sep 11

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several measures for the November 8, 2022, special election, including proposed lodging and short-term rental tax increases to fund affordable housing. The agenda also includes introductions for rezoning land, property annexation, and a new Housing Advisory Board. Public hearings are scheduled for redevelopment agreements and graywater control programs.

• Proposed 1% lodging tax increase and 8% short-term rental excise tax for affordable housing
• Introduction of an ordinance to create a Housing Advisory Board
• Rezoning of 6.15 acres at 2415 Blue Heron Road from I-2 to I-1
• Contract approval for the Orchard Mesa Pool Renovation architect/engineer
• Proposed annexation of 27.83 acres at 2855 C 1/2 Road

The City Council voted to place two tax measures on the November 8, 2022 ballot: a 1% increase in the lodging tax and an 8% excise tax on short-term rentals, both to fund affordable housing. Council also approved a $2.4M redevelopment agreement for the Richmark project at 200 Rood Avenue, adopted a corridor infill incentive, and rezoned 18.98 acres at 2981 B 1/2 Road to R-8. An affordable housing production incentive was referred to a future workshop for more input.

• Adopted Resolution 71-22 to place 1% lodging tax increase for affordable housing on Nov. 8 ballot (5-2, Taggart and Simpson no)
• Adopted Resolution 72-22 to place 8% short-term rental excise tax for affordable housing on Nov. 8 ballot (6-1, Taggart no)
• Adopted Resolution 69-22 calling a special election for Nov. 8, 2022 (6-1, Taggart no)
• Referred Resolution 73-22 (affordable housing production incentive) to agenda committee for future workshop (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 74-22 creating a corridor infill incentive, including Horizon Drive corridor (4-3, McDaniel, Reitz, Simpson no)
• Adopted Ordinance 5089 approving $2.4M redevelopment agreement for Richmark project at 200 Rood Avenue (5-2, McDaniel and Simpson no)
• Continued graywater control ordinance to Sept. 21 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 5095 rezoning 18.98 acres at 2981 B 1/2 Road from R-4 to R-8 (5-2, Taggart and Pe'a no)

Historic Preservation Board

The scheduled meeting for the Grand Junction Historic Preservation Board on September 6, 2022, was canceled. No discussion items or updates were listed for this session.

• Meeting cancellation

City Council

This meeting agenda is only procedural boilerplate. The Grand Junction City Council workshop scheduled for Monday, September 5, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. has been cancelled.

Forestry

The board will discuss updates to development landscape regulations and the status of significant tree designations. The meeting includes reviews of public tree maintenance, pending removals, and private ash tree treatment progress. Members will also review proposed code updates regarding watering enforcement.

• Significant Tree Designation moving to Council for final hearing on September 21, 2022
• $48,000 spent on private ash tree treatments with $11,266 remaining
• Review of pending removals including 196 ash trees
• Proposed Chapter 8.32 Code Update regarding watering enforcement and tree protection penalties
• Tree planting at Las Colonias River Park and Riverside Parkway

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss potential open space at 726 26 Road Wetlands. The meeting also includes updates on micro-mobility and city child care, along with a GOCO grant application for the C1/2 Road Gap on Rivertrail.

• Potential open space at 726 26 Road Wetlands
• GOCO Grant Application: C1/2 Road Gap on Rivertrail
• Micro-Mobility Update
• City Child Care Update

General

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority is reviewing 14 liquor license renewal applications for various local businesses. The agenda also includes a manager change for Tailwind GJT, LLC and permit requests for two special events scheduled for October 1, 2022.

• Renewal of liquor licenses for 14 businesses including Maverik, Inc. and Scallywags Bar and Grill
• Manager change for Tailwind GJT, LLC (Katherine Ritchie replacing David Kassera)
• Special event permit for 'Airplane Tow N’ Throw – 2022' at Walker Field Drive
• Special event permit for 'Chrome & Brews Car Show - 2022' at Las Colonias Park

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved 14 fermented malt beverage, beer & wine, hotel & restaurant, lodging & entertainment, tavern, and liquor store license renewals, plus one renewal with a manager change. Two special event permits were also approved: United Way of Mesa County's 'Airplane Tow N’ Throw – 2022' at the airport and the City's 'Chrome & Brews Car Show' at Las Colonias Park. No opposition was voiced for any application.

• Approved 14 license renewals (Maverik #482, #500, TA Express, Grand International Buffet, Bamboo City, Sang Garden, TacoParty, Genghis Grill, Freeway Bowl Fun Center, Natures Revival, X-Golf Grand Junction, Scallywags Bar and Grill, Cruisers Bar, Teller Arms Liquor)
• Approved Tailwind GJT license renewal and manager change (Katherine Ritchie replaces David Kassera)
• Approved special event permit for United Way's 'Airplane Tow N’ Throw – 2022' (Oct 1, 9am-6pm at airport)
• Approved special event permit for City's 'Chrome & Brews Car Show – 2022' (Oct 1, 9am-4pm at Las Colonias Park)

Arts & Culture

The Commission on Arts and Culture will review a presentation for calendar photos and hear reports regarding Junktown Cinema, Space to Create, and Jazztopia. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from July 27, 2022.

• Calendar Photos presentation and selection by Johnny McFarland
• Junktown Cinema Commissioner Report from Lindsay
• Space to Create presentation by Dave Goe, DDA
• Jazztopia Final Report by Darrin

City Council

The Grand Junction City Council convened a special executive session meeting. The council met to discuss personnel matters involving the City Attorney. The City Attorney did not request discussion in an open session.

• Executive session regarding City Attorney personnel matters

The council convened a special meeting and immediately entered an executive session to discuss personnel matters regarding the city attorney, as permitted by Colorado law. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned shortly after returning to open session.

• Unanimously approved executive session to discuss city attorney personnel (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several land use and zoning requests. These include rezoning a parcel on Blue Heron Road and amending the Zoning and Development Code. The commission will also review an amendment for a solar energy facility.

• Rezoning 6.15 acres from I-2 to I-1 at 2415 Blue Heron Road
• Amendments to Zoning and Development Code landscape and screening standards
• CUP amendment for a 500 kw ground mounted solar energy facility
• Vacating part of the G Road Public Right-of-Way at 702 Horizon Drive
• Vacating an easement on Riverside Parkway by DR Land, LLC

The Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of a rezoning from I-2 to I-1 for a 6.15-acre parcel at 2415 Blue Heron Road, and 7-0 to approve an amendment to a conditional use permit for Phase 2 of a solar facility at 2940 D 1/4 Road. It also voted 6-1 to recommend approval of a zoning code amendment on landscaping standards, with an amendment removing Cottonwoods from the significant tree list. All items will go to City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of Blue Heron Rezone (I-2 to I-1) at 2415 Blue Heron Road (7-0)
• Approved Pivot Solar 27 CUP amendment for Phase 2 solar farm at 2940 D 1/4 Road (7-0)
• Recommended approval of landscaping code amendment, removing Cottonwoods as significant tree (6-1)

Planning Commission

The commission will discuss implementation steps for the 2021 Grand Junction Housing Strategy. It will also review proposed policies regarding financial contributions and incentives for market-rate developments.

• Review of progress on Strategies #1, #2, and #3 of the 2021 Grand Junction Housing Strategy
• Discussion of next steps for Strategies #4, #6, and #7 of the 2021 Grand Junction Housing Strategy
• Proposed incentives focused on corridor infill and affordable housing
• Review of financial contribution requests for Slate on 25 (168 units), The Junction by Richmark (257 units), and The Lofts on Grand Avenue (78 units)

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances, including a new graywater control program and rezoning requests for properties on B 1/2 Road and Broadway. The agenda also includes reviewing federal grant offers for the Grand Junction Regional Airport. A public hearing is scheduled regarding supplemental appropriations to the 2022 budget.

• AIP Grant Offer of $8,288,765 for Runway Relocation Program grading and drainage construction
• AIP Grant Offer of $2,358,318 for the Runway 12/30 Relocation Program
• Rezoning of 18.98 acres at 2981 B 1/2 Road from R-4 to R-8
• Rezoning of 15.34 acres at 2370 Broadway from R-2 to R-5
• Introduction of an ordinance for a Graywater Control Program

The City Council approved the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board's recommendation to pursue an approximately 83,000 square foot Community Recreation Center at Matchett Park, combining existing cannabis tax revenue with a proposed 0.15% sales tax increase to fund the roughly $70 million project. Council also authorized contract negotiations for three city entry signs up to $450,000, adopted supplemental budget appropriations, and approved a rezone of 15.34 acres at 2370 Broadway from R-2 to R-5 over the Planning Commission's denial recommendation. The vote on the recreation center was 6-1, with Councilmember Simpson voting no.

• Approved Parks and Recreation Advisory Board recommendation for an 83,000 sq ft Community Recreation Center at Matchett Park, funded by cannabis tax revenue and a proposed 0.15% sales tax increase (6-1, Simpson no)
• Authorized Purchasing Division to negotiate a Design/Build Contract with Bud's Signs for three city entry signs up to $450,000 (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5093 making supplemental appropriations to the 2022 budget (roll call, Simpson no)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5078 rezoning 15.34 acres at 2370 Broadway from R-2 to R-5 (roll call, Pe'a no)
• Accepted the 2021 Auditor's Report and Financial Statements (roll call, Simpson no)
• Adopted Consent Agenda items including setting public hearings, agreements, procurements, and resolutions (unanimous voice vote)

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to hold a discussion regarding the Community Recreation Center. The agenda also notes upcoming feedback sessions and a community forum scheduled for September.

• Community Recreation Center discussion

City Council

The City Council workshop focuses on discussing the Economic Development Partners budget. The session includes reports from several economic development organizations and an unstructured communication period for councilmembers.

• Economic Development Partners budget discussion
• Chamber of Commerce report
• Grand Junction Economic Partnership (GJEP) report
• Industrial Development Inc. report
• Grand Junction Regional Air Service Alliance report

The City Council workshop on August 15, 2022, was informational, with no formal votes or decisions. Council discussed economic development partner reports and agreed to schedule a future workshop to update the Economic Development Partners Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), including adding the Latino Chamber of Commerce. An additional budget workshop was also added following a councilmember's request.

• Agreed to schedule a workshop before year-end to discuss ED Partners MOU updates
• Requested inclusion of Latino Chamber of Commerce in MOU discussions
• Added an additional budget workshop to the schedule

Urban Trails Committee

The committee will review the roadmap and brainstorm future priorities. Discussion topics include September Bike Month and transportation access for CRC/Matchett Park.

• Roadmap review
• Priorities brainstorming
• September Bike Month/Community Streets discussion
• CRC/Matchett Park transportation access discussion

The Urban Trails Committee discussed a community street event and decided to focus on planning with consultants this year, aiming for a full event in 2023. They approved a motion to support a Safe Streets for All grant with a letter of support, and noted that a mobility hub grant of $10.7 million was accepted. No other substantive decisions were made; priorities discussion was postponed to October.

• Approved motion to delete yellow highlighting from meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Safe Streets for All grant (motion by Athena, seconded by Ian)
• Postponed priorities brainstorm to October
• Noted acceptance of $10.7 million mobility hub grant

Planning Commission

The Grand Junction Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 9, 2022, was canceled. No items were presented for discussion or decision.

Forestry

The Forestry Advisory Board will review updates on public tree maintenance and private ash tree treatments. The meeting also includes a review of the Chapter 8.32 Code Update Draft.

• Review of Chapter 8.32 Code Update Draft
• $44K in billed ash tree treatments
• 218 pending tree removals from ash inspections
• Discussion regarding watering enforcement

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss the Dos Rios Splash Park and Orchard Mesa Pool renovation. The meeting also addresses unhoused individuals in parks and 2023 CIP projects. Additionally, board officer elections will take place.

• Dos Rios Splash Park
• Orchard Mesa Pool Renovation
• Unhoused in the Parks
• 2023 CIP Projects
• Board Officer Elections

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the drafting process for Module 1 of the Zoning and Development Code Update. Staff will also review completed work and next steps for specific strategies within the 2021 Grand Junction Housing Strategy.

• Drafting of Module 1 sections of the Zoning and Development Code
• Review of progress on Strategies #1, #2, and #3 of the 2021 Housing Strategy
• Discussion of next steps for Strategies #4, #6, and #7 of the 2021 Housing Strategy

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority will consider several liquor license renewal applications, including two late filings. The board will also review a special event permit for a garden party scheduled for September 9, 2022.

• License renewals for Thai Smile, Kannah Creek Brewing Company, and Grand Vista Hotel
• Manager change for Old Chicago #27
• Late filing renewal applications for Cruisers and El Tapatio
• Special event permit for The Beacon & Hilltop Senior Living Garden Party

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved five routine license renewals, one renewal with a manager change, two late-filed renewals after finding good cause, and one special event permit for Hilltop Senior Living's Garden Party. No applications were denied or opposed.

• Approved Thai Smile, Kannah Creek Brewing, Grand Vista Hotel, Dream Cafe, and Fisher's Liquor Barn renewals
• Approved Old Chicago #27 renewal and manager change from Tyler London to Shane Dixon
• Approved Cruisers tavern renewal (15 days late) after finding good cause
• Approved El Tapatio renewal (38 days late) after finding good cause
• Approved Hilltop Health Services special event permit for The Beacon & Hilltop Senior Living Garden Party on Sept 9, 2022

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a redevelopment agreement and several property rezonings. The agenda also includes an ordinance for supplemental budget appropriations and contracts for engineering services and fiber optic installation.

• Redevelopment agreement: Conjunction Junction, LLC/Richmark Real Estate Partners, LLC
• Rezoning 4.69 acres at Unaweep Avenue and Alta Vista Court from R-4 to R-5
• Rezoning 17.4 acres at Horizon Drive and 27 1/2 Road from PD to C-1
• Rezoning 8.25 acres at 3124 D Road from R-5 to R-8
• Fiber optic cabling extension for Fire Station 8 (441 31 Road)

The Grand Junction City Council approved a contract with KLJ Engineering for design services on transportation capacity improvements along several road corridors, funded by Ballot Initiative 2A. The council also approved three rezoning ordinances, including a 4.69-acre rezone from R-4 to R-5 at Unaweep Avenue and Alta Vista Court, a 17.4-acre rezone from PD to C-1 at Horizon Drive and 27 1/2 Road, and an 8.25-acre rezone from R-5 to R-8 at 3124 D Road. The redevelopment agreement for 200 Rood Avenue was continued to September 7, 2022.

• Approved KLJ Engineering contract for transportation capacity improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 5090 rezoning 4.69 acres from R-4 to R-5 at Unaweep and Alta Vista (5-2)
• Approved Ordinance 5091 rezoning 17.4 acres from PD to C-1 at Horizon Drive and 27 1/2 Road (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 5092 rezoning 8.25 acres from R-5 to R-8 at 3124 D Road (unanimous)
• Continued Conjunction Junction redevelopment agreement to September 7, 2022 (5-2)

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will discuss the 2022 nomination of the Teller Institute to the Colorado Most Endangered Places List. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the April 5, 2022 meeting.

• Nomination of Teller Institute to Colorado Most Endangered Places List
• Approval of April 5, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss several topics. The agenda includes the implementation of a housing strategy and incentives for infill and affordable housing. A presentation from Mind Springs is also scheduled.

• Mind Springs presentation
• Housing strategy implementation
• Infill and affordable housing incentives

The City Council held a workshop and gave direction on several housing initiatives. They supported staff recommendations to encourage accessory dwelling units (ADUs), including exploring code changes and incentives. Council also directed staff to develop ballot measures for a short-term rental tax, a lodging tax increase, and a charter amendment to extend land leases for housing, and to consider dedicating cannabis sales tax revenue to affordable housing. Additionally, they directed staff to refine proposed infill and affordable housing incentives and bring them back as resolutions.

• Supported ADU toolkit, pilot info sessions, and pre-approved designs
• Agreed to consider code changes to reduce ADU barriers (parking, size, second ADU)
• Directed staff to develop ballot measures for 6-10% short-term rental tax and 1% lodging tax increase for Nov 8, 2022 election
• Directed staff to develop charter amendment to extend city land leases for housing from 25 to 75 years for Nov 8, 2022 election
• Agreed to consider resolution dedicating 2% of cannabis sales tax to affordable housing
• Directed staff to establish a Housing Advisory Board
• Directed staff to refine corridor infill and affordable housing incentives and bring back as resolutions
• Appointed Councilmember Pe'a to Forestry Board interview committee

General

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss feedback gathered during the CRC Workshop #2 sessions. No other regular agenda topics are listed for this meeting.

• Discussion of feedback gathered from CRC Workshop #2 sessions

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to rezone 18.98 acres at 2981 B 1/2 Rd from R-4 to R-8. The agenda also includes the review of minutes from previous meetings.

• Rezoning of 18.98 acres at 2981 B 1/2 Rd from R-4 to R-8

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss updates to the Landscaping Code Amendment. Proposed changes include requirements for high desert landscaping in commercial, industrial, and multi-family developments. The discussion also covers amended irrigation regulations and the addition of language regarding gray water irrigation use.

• Proposed high desert landscaping for commercial, industrial, and multi-family developments
• Amendments to irrigation regulations
• Addition of language regarding gray water irrigation use

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority will review applications for various liquor license renewals. This includes standard renewals and one application filed ten days late.

• License renewal for Koi Ramen & Sushi at 2880 North Avenue
• License renewal for Pablo's Pizza at 319 Main Street
• License renewal for Fly'n Roosters at 200 West Grand Avenue, Unit #5
• License renewal for The Winery Restaurant at 642 Main Street
• Late filing renewal for City Market #51 at 630 24 Road

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved all six liquor license renewals on the agenda, including five standard renewals and one late renewal for City Market #51, for which the board found good cause due to COVID-related mail delays. No one spoke against any application, and no other business was conducted.

• Approved Koi Ramen & Sushi beer & wine renewal
• Approved Pablo's Pizza beer & wine with outdoor dining renewal
• Approved Fly'n Roosters hotel & restaurant renewal
• Approved The Winery Restaurant hotel & restaurant with outdoor dining renewal
• Approved Fun Junction Liquors liquor store and tasting permit renewal
• Approved City Market #51 fermented malt beverage off-premises renewal (late filing, good cause found)

City Council

The City Council will consider several land-use proposals, including the introduction of ordinances for rezonings and an annexation request. Public hearings are also scheduled regarding updates to the traffic code for shared micromobility devices and municipal salaries. Additionally, the council will review the 2022 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan.

• Introduction of ordinance for Conjunction Junction, LLC/Richmark Real Estate Partners, LLC redevelopment
• Rezoning 4.69 acres at Unaweep Avenue and Alta Vista Court from R-4 to R-5
• Annexation of 19.77 acres at 364, 370, and 374 29 Road
• Traffic code updates for shared micromobility devices
• 2022 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan

The Grand Junction City Council unanimously adopted an ordinance updating the traffic code and regulating shared micromobility devices (e-scooters), set the 2022 salaries for the City Attorney and Municipal Judge, approved the annexation and zoning of 19.77 acres at 364-374 29 Road, rezoned 0.45 acres at 1215 N 1st Street to light commercial, and adopted the 2022 CDBG Annual Action Plan. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 5084 regulating shared micromobility devices (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5085 setting 2022 salaries for City Attorney and Municipal Judge (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 58-22 and Ordinances No. 5086/5087 annexing and zoning 19.77 acres at 364-374 29 Road to R-8 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5088 rezoning 0.45 acres at 1215 N 1st Street from R-O to C-1 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 59-22 for the 2022 CDBG Annual Action Plan (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and setting public hearings for August 3, 2022 (unanimous)

General

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is conducting a workshop regarding the Lincoln Park Barn. The session focuses on discussing funding options as well as building programs and amenities.

• Workshop #2: Funding Options and Building Programs and Amenities

City Council

This workshop session is intended for analyzing information and studying issues. The council will discuss a gray water ordinance, a parking study, and potential changes to landscaping zoning codes. An update on the Community Recreation Center planning progress is also scheduled.

• Gray Water Control Program Ordinance
• Amendment to the Landscaping portion of the Zoning and Development Code
• Community Recreation Center planning progress update
• Parking Study

The City Council held a workshop to discuss planning for the Community Recreation Center, including funding options and project scale, but took no formal votes. They also reviewed a draft graywater ordinance, a parking study, and proposed landscaping code changes, all as discussion items only.

• No formal decisions made; workshop discussion only
• Consensus to consider placing $6.5M Matchett Park infrastructure costs in 2023 budget
• Discussed $55M and $70M CRC options with various tax funding scenarios
• Reviewed draft graywater ordinance, no action taken
• Heard 2022 Parking Study findings, no action taken
• Discussed landscaping code amendments, no action taken

Urban Trails Committee

The committee will consider nominations for the Ped & Bike Master Plan Steering Committee. Discussion items include the 4th & 5th Street Project and the SRTS Project. Updates will be provided regarding Bike Month and the Shared Micromobility Pilot.

• Ped & Bike Master Plan Steering Committee nominations
• 4th & 5th Street Project discussion
• SRTS Project and Bike Month discussion
• Shared Micromobility Pilot update

City Council

The ARPA Committee will discuss and consider action on program and service areas for public submittal. Staff will also present an overview of the Letter of Interest process.

• Reconsideration of Program/Service Areas for Public Submittal
• Letter of Interest Process Overview presentation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several proposals to change zoning designations for various properties. These items include changes to residential density levels and transitions from residential to light commercial use.

• Rezoning 19.77 acres at 364, 370, and 374 29 Road from RSF-R to R-8
• Rezoning approximately 17.4 acres at Horizon Drive and 27 ½ Road from PD to C-1
• Rezoning 4.69 acres at Unaweep Ave and Alta Vista Ct from R-4 to R-5
• Rezoning 8.25 acres at 3124 D Road from R-5 to R-8
• Rezoning 0.45 acres at 1215 N 1st St from R-O to C-1

Forestry

The Forestry Advisory Board is reviewing updates on public tree maintenance and plant health care. The meeting includes reports on pruning requests, tree removals, and completed treatments. The board will also discuss forestry contractor rules and regulations.

• 55 pending pruning requests (down from 80)
• 214 pending tree removals (up from 138)
• $13K cost for private ash treatments completed on 97 trees
• 1,249 completed trunk sprays
• Review of Chapter 8 and Forestry Licensed Contractor Rules and Regulations

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review the preliminary outline for CRC Workshop #2 and a presentation on Dos Rios. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding horticulture, irrigation, and turf, along with 2023 proposed capital improvement projects.

• Dos Rios Presentation
• 2023 Proposed Capital Improvement Projects
• CRC Workshop #2 Preliminary Outline
• Horticulture, Irrigation and Turf presentation

Planning Commission

This meeting is a workshop focused on the Zoning and Development Code update. No other substantive items are listed in the agenda beyond procedural business.

• Zoning and Development Code update

City Council

The Grand Junction City Council scheduled a special meeting for July 7, 2022. The council will meet in an executive session to discuss personnel matters related to the City Attorney.

• Executive session regarding City Attorney personnel matters

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority will review several liquor license renewal applications. These include tavern, hotel and restaurant, and off-premises fermented malt beverage licenses.

• Scotland Yard Cigar & Spirits, LLC license renewal
• Walmart Store #5099 license renewal
• Taqueria Guadalajara license renewal

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved all three liquor license renewal applications on July 6, 2022. The renewals were for Scotland Yard Cigar & Spirits, Taqueria Guadalajara, and Walmart Store #5099. No one spoke against the applications, and no other business was conducted.

• Approved liquor license renewal for Scotland Yard Cigar & Spirits (Tavern)
• Approved liquor license renewal for Taqueria Guadalajara (Hotel & Restaurant)
• Approved liquor license renewal for Walmart Store #5099 (Fermented Malt Beverage Off-Premises)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several rezoning proposals for residential and commercial properties. The agenda also includes authorizing contracts for park expansions, water plant improvements, and discussing community recreation center planning.

• $1,430,000 FAA grant for airport runway design and drainage improvements
• Rezoning of 19.77 acres at 364, 370, and 374 29 Road
• Contracts for Lincoln Park Pickleball and Canyon View Tennis expansion
• Ordinance to regulate the operation of shared micromobility devices
• Rezoning of 15.34 acres at 2370 Broadway

The Grand Junction City Council unanimously approved several rezoning ordinances, including 8.27 acres at Horizon Drive and Hilaria Avenue to C-1, and 2.17 acres at 2730 B Road to R-8. They also adopted the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board's recommendation to continue planning for a Community Recreation Center at Matchett Park. The council denied a resolution to create Alley Improvement District ST-22 but voted to have the city pay for the improvements if rights-of-way are dedicated. A rezone for 2370 Broadway was continued to August 17, 2022.

• Adopted CRC planning at Matchett Park (unanimous)
• Approved rezone of 8.27 acres at Horizon Drive & Hilaria Ave to C-1 (unanimous)
• Approved rezone of 2.17 acres at 2730 B Road to R-8 (unanimous)
• Approved alley improvement district ST-21 assessable costs (unanimous)
• Approved lease to Snowcap Coal Company for reservoir rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Set City Manager salary at $237,550, a 3.5% increase (unanimous)
• Denied Resolution 56-22 for Alley Improvement District ST-22 (unanimous)
• Voted city to pay full alley improvements if rights-of-way dedicated (unanimous)

PIAB

The Parks Improvement Advisory Board is reviewing stadium construction progress and future items. The meeting also includes discussions regarding artificial turf and the Lincoln Park / Canyon View Tennis/Pickleball Project.

• Stadium construction progress and future items
• Artificial turf
• Lincoln Park / Canyon View Tennis/Pickleball Project

Historic Preservation Board

The scheduled meeting for the Grand Junction Historic Preservation Board on July 5, 2022, was canceled. The agenda contained only standard procedural boilerplate.

City Council

The Grand Junction City Council scheduled a special meeting in executive session. The purpose of this session is to discuss personnel matters related to the City Manager.

• Discussion of personnel matters regarding the City Manager

The Grand Junction City Council convened a special meeting and unanimously voted to enter executive session to discuss personnel matters regarding the city manager, as permitted by Colorado law. After the session, the council returned to open session and adjourned without taking any public action or making substantive decisions.

• Voted unanimously to enter executive session on city manager personnel matter
• Voted unanimously to return to open session

City Council

This meeting agenda is only procedural boilerplate: the Grand Junction City Council workshop scheduled for Monday, July 4, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. has been cancelled. No items are scheduled for discussion or decision.

City Council

The Grand Junction City Council and Mesa County Board of Commissioners are holding a joint meeting. The agenda includes discussions regarding economic development and the Orchard Mesa Pool.

• Economic Development discussion
• Orchard Mesa Pool discussion

City Council

The Mesa County Board of Commissioners and Grand Junction City Council will hold a joint workshop. The agenda includes discussions regarding wastewater cost of service, plant investment fees, and a rate study.

• Wastewater Cost of Service, Plant Investment Fee, and Rate Study

City Council

The City Council is meeting in executive session to discuss negotiation strategies and instructions for negotiators. The discussion concerns an economic development incentive agreement with Richmark Companies for a possible project at 200 Rood Avenue.

• Negotiation strategy for an economic development/redevelopment incentive agreement with Richmark Companies

The Grand Junction City Council held a special meeting and voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss negotiations for a possible economic development/redevelopment incentive agreement with Richmark Companies for a project at 200 Rood Avenue. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned immediately after returning to open session.

• Voted unanimously to convene executive session for Richmark Companies incentive negotiations
• Voted unanimously to return to open session

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 28, 2022, was canceled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission workshop scheduled for June 23, 2022, was canceled. No business was conducted or discussed during this session.

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority is reviewing twelve applications for liquor license renewals across various retail and restaurant locations. The agenda also includes two requests to modify premises for additional beverage shelving at Safeway stores.

• License renewals for Albertsons/Safeway, Circle K, and Walmart locations
• License renewals for restaurants including Rockslide Brew Pub and 626 on Rood
• Request by Safeway Store #2625 to add fermented malt beverage shelving
• Request by Safeway Store #1533 to add fermented malt beverage shelving

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved 11 of 12 liquor license renewals, with Tepanyaki Japanese Steak House and Sushi Bar conditionally approved pending payment of delinquent city sales tax. The board also approved modifications for two Safeway stores to add 52 feet of fermented malt beverage shelving each, expanding from 44 feet. No one spoke against any application.

• Approved 11 liquor license renewals (unanimous)
• Conditionally approved Tepanyaki Japanese Steak House renewal pending sales tax payment
• Approved Safeway Store #2625 modification to add 52 ft of beer shelving
• Approved Safeway Store #1533 modification to add 52 ft of beer shelving

General

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a discussion regarding feedback on potential locations for a Community Recreation Center. No other regular agenda topics are listed for this meeting.

• Feedback discussion on Community Recreation Center location options

Arts & Culture

This agenda contains only procedural items for the Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture. No specific new or old business topics were listed for discussion.

• Approval of minutes

City Council

The Grand Junction City Council is reviewing several land use changes, including rezonings and an annexation. The council will also consider authorizing two loan contracts for dam rehabilitation and a flow line project.

• Rezone 15.34 acres at 2370 Broadway from R-2 to R-5
• $4.3 million loan for Carson Dam Rehabilitation Project
• $3.2 million loan for Kannah Creek Flow Line Project
• Annexation of 19.77 acres at 364, 370, and 374 29 Road
• Rezone 8.27 acres at Horizon Drive and Hilaria Avenue from I-O to C-1

The City Council approved a 3.5% salary increase for City Manager Greg Caton, setting his annual compensation to $237,550, and set a public hearing for July 6, 2022. The council also approved CDBG funding allocations totaling $421,451 plus $20,000 in reallocated funds, and set a public hearing for the 2022 Annual Action Plan on July 20. Additionally, the council adopted Ordinance No. 5077 expanding the Forestry Board to seven members and eliminating alternate appointments.

• Approved 3.5% salary increase for City Manager to $237,550 (unanimous)
• Approved CDBG funding allocations and set public hearing for July 20 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5077 expanding Forestry Board to seven members (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items except 2.b.i. (unanimous)
• Set public hearings for rezoning, annexation, and lease items for July 6 and July 20

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a discussion concerning the Community Recreation Center. No other regular agenda topics are listed for this meeting.

• Community Recreation Center discussion

General

The ARPA Committee will receive updates from the housing, homelessness, and behavioral health subcommittees. The meeting includes a final review of focus areas and discussion regarding the schedule for project submissions.

• Review and approval of Letter of Interest and Scoring Grid Criteria
• Updates from Housing, Homelessness, and Behavioral Health subcommittees
• Discussion of the schedule for project submission and review

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to rezone three parcels totaling approximately 8.27 acres. The proposal seeks to change the zoning from Industrial Office (I-O) to Light Commercial (C-1). The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Rezoning of 8.27 acres at the northeast corner of Horizon Drive and Hilaria Avenue from I-O to C-1

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to facilitate discussion on several municipal topics. Items include Community Recreation Center planning and updates to the Zoning & Development Code. The council will also review non-profit funding processes and various fees, charges, and rates.

• Community Recreation Center Planning
• Zoning & Development Code Update
• Non-profit Funding Process
• Fees, Charges, and Rates Discussion

The City Council discussed the Community Recreation Center (CRC) planning, with consultants BRS presenting location options and survey results. Council reached consensus to move forward with a ballot question for the April 2023 election. The council also discussed fees and charges, zoning code updates, and non-profit funding, but no formal votes were taken.

• Consensus to move forward with CRC ballot question for April 2023 election
• Consensus to keep non-profit funding process in-house
• Directed staff to develop parameters, tiers, scoring matrix for non-profit funding
• Appointed Councilmember Taggart to Grand Junction Housing Authority interview team
• Appointed Mayor Stout and Mayor Pro Tem Herman to Planning Commission interview team
• Appointed Mayor Stout to Downtown Development Authority interview team

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review the Community Recreation Center Workshop. The board will also discuss design plans for Dos Rios Playground and Splash Park, Chipeta Playground, and the Emerson Park skate park.

• Community Recreation Center Workshop Review
• Dos Rios Playground and Splash Park Design
• Chipeta Playground Design and Other Turf Projects
• Skate Park at Emerson Park

Urban Trails Committee

The committee will discuss the S Broadway Shoulder public meeting and upcoming micromobility listening sessions. Members also intend to schedule an appointment for a Vice Chair.

• S Broadway Shoulder Public Meeting
• Micromobility Listening Sessions
• Appointment of Vice Chair
• Horizon Dr BID Presentation
• Bike/Ped Count updates

Historic Preservation Board

The Board will discuss an update regarding the Lowell School as part of Downtown REGeneration. The agenda also includes a recap of the May 14th Historic Preservation Celebration. Minutes from the April 5, 2022 meeting are presented for approval.

• Lowell School Update - Downtown REGeneration
• Recap of May 14th Historic Preservation Celebration

Planning Commission

This meeting agenda is sparse, containing only procedural items and one topic under other business. The commission will address active threat training.

• Active threat training

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority is reviewing several liquor license renewals for local businesses and venues. This includes standard renewals for restaurants and the Las Colonias Amphitheater, as well as one application filed 32 days late.

• License renewal for Outback Steakhouse at 2432 Hwy 6 & 50
• License renewal for The Golf Club at Redlands Mesa at 2325 W Ridges Blvd
• License renewal for Citrola's at 759 Horizon Drive, Units M, N, and O
• License renewal for Las Colonias Amphitheater at 925 Struthers Avenue
• Late filing license renewal for Axeology at 2487 Industrial Blvd, Unit 6

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved four liquor license renewals for Outback Steakhouse, The Golf Club at Redlands Mesa, Citrola's, and Las Colonias Amphitheater. It also approved a late renewal for Axeology after finding good cause for the late filing, and approved Safeway's requests to modify premises at two locations, waiving the survey requirement.

• Approved renewal for Outback Steakhouse, 2432 Hwy 6 & 50
• Approved renewal for The Golf Club at Redlands Mesa, 2325 W Ridges Blvd
• Approved renewal for Citrola's, 759 Horizon Drive
• Approved renewal for Las Colonias Amphitheater, 925 Struthers Avenue
• Approved late renewal for Axeology, 2487 Industrial Blvd (32 days late)
• Approved Safeway modification of premises at 681 Horizon Drive and 2901 Patterson Road, waiving survey requirement

City Council

The Grand Junction City Council will meet for a special executive session. The meeting is scheduled to discuss personnel matters involving the City Manager and the City Attorney.

• Personnel discussion regarding the City Manager
• Personnel discussion regarding the City Attorney

The special meeting was called solely to hold executive sessions regarding personnel matters for the city manager and city attorney, as permitted by Colorado open meetings law. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned after returning to open session.

• Held executive session on city manager personnel (moved by Taggart, seconded by Pe'a)
• Held executive session on city attorney personnel (moved by Taggart, seconded by Pe'a)
• Returned to open session (moved by Pe'a, seconded by Simpson)

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions regarding a 177-acre mixed-use development near Highway 6 and 50. The meeting also includes public hearings on truck routes, compression brakes, and traffic regulations for bicycles and pedestrians.

• Intergovernmental agreements for a 177-acre mixed-use development near Highway 6, 50, and Patterson Road
• Public hearing on ordinances for truck routes and compression brake regulation
• Ordinance amendments regarding traffic definitions and bicycle/pedestrian operation at intersections
• Contracts for the Tiara Rado Force-main Replacement Project and 2022 asphalt overlay project
• Resolution to adopt the Grand Junction Housing Goal

The Grand Junction City Council adopted a housing goal defining affordable and attainable housing, established truck routes, and banned compression brakes. It also approved intergovernmental agreements for a 177-acre mixed-use development and a chip seal road oil contract. All votes were recorded, with some councilmembers voting no on specific items.

• Adopted Resolution No. 48-22 adopting the Grand Junction Housing Goal and defining Affordable and Attainable (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5074 establishing truck routes (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5075 regulating compression brakes (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5076 aligning bicycle/pedestrian intersection rules with state law (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 47-22 entering into two IGAs with West Junction Metropolitan District (5-1, Simpson no)
• Approved contract for Chip Seal Road Oil – 2022 (5-1, Simpson no)
• Approved consent agenda items #1-#5 excluding item 4.c (unanimous)

City Council

This City Council meeting, scheduled as a workshop for May 30, 2022, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Arts & Culture

The May 25, 2022, meeting for the Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture contains only procedural items. No specific new business, old business, or reports are listed for discussion.

• Approval of minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review two land-use requests. This includes a request to rezone 15.59 acres at 2370 Broadway and a permit for a 100-foot cell tower at 542 28 ¼ Road.

• Rezoning of 15.59 acres from R-2 to R-5 at 2370 Broadway (Highway 340)
• Conditional Use Permit for a 100-foot cell tower at 542 28 ¼ Road

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the Zoning Development Code Update. The agenda contains only this single item under other business.

• Zoning Development Code Update

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority will review new and renewal liquor license applications. This includes a new application for Trail Life Brewing and renewals for Spring Hill Suites, Horizon Liquor, and Residence Inn Grand Junction. The board will also consider a special event permit for June 2.

• New brew pub and outdoor dining lease application for Trail Life Brewing at 436 Main Street
• License renewal for Spring Hill Suites tavern and outdoor dining at 236 Main Street
• License renewal for Horizon Liquor at 715 Horizon Drive, Suite #207
• License renewal for Residence Inn Grand Junction lodging and entertainment at 767 Horizon Drive
• Special event permit application for 'Sun, Sips & Scholarships' at 734 Main Street

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved three license renewals (Spring Hill Suites, Horizon Liquor, Residence Inn), a new brew pub license for Trail Life Brewing, and a special event permit for Foster Alumni Mentors' fundraiser. All applications were approved without opposition.

• Approved tavern and outdoor dining lease renewal for Spring Hill Suites
• Approved liquor store license renewal for Horizon Liquor
• Approved lodging and entertainment license renewal for Residence Inn
• Approved new brew pub license for Trail Life Brewing at 436 Main Street
• Approved special event permit for Foster Alumni Mentors' 'Sun, Sips & Scholarships' event on June 2, 2022

City Council

The City Council will review proposed ordinances regarding truck routes, traffic definitions, and camping on public property. The agenda also includes public hearings for a rezoning request at 2730 B Road and land annexation at 2080 Broadway. Additionally, the council will consider various procurement projects and grant applications.

• Rezoning of 2.17 acres at 2730 B Road to R-8
• Annexation and zoning of 2.37 acres at 2080 Broadway to R-5
• Reenactment of ordinance regarding camping on public property
• Grant application for the 4th and 5th Street Corridor Enhancement Project
• City Hall HVAC replacement procurement

The City Council voted unanimously to adopt Ordinance No. 5071, which eliminates the sunset clause from the 2019 camping-on-public-property ordinance, making it permanent. The council also approved the annexation and rezoning of 2.37 acres at 2080 Broadway to R-5 residential, and authorized a contract with Trane for City Hall HVAC replacement.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 5071 eliminating sunset clause on camping ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved annexation and R-5 zoning for 2.37 acres at 2080 Broadway (unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Trane for City Hall HVAC replacement (unanimous)
• Reappointed Lou Patterson and appointed four others to One Riverfront Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda items excluding City Hall HVAC replacement (unanimous)

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to hold a discussion regarding the Community Recreation Center. No other regular agenda topics are listed for this meeting.

• Community Recreation Center discussion

City Council

The City Council will discuss progress on the Zoning and Development Code update and potential landscaping amendments. The workshop also includes discussions regarding CDBG funding requests and electric scooter regulations.

• 2022 Program Year CDBG funding requests
• Zoning and Development Code update progress
• Electric scooter regulations discussion
• Landscaping amendment to the Zoning and Development Code
• Board and Commission assignments

The City Council workshop on May 16, 2022, was primarily a discussion session with no formal votes. Council directed staff to prepare a resolution for board and commission assignments to be passed at the May 18 regular meeting. They also discussed the CDBG allocation, zoning code update, e-scooter regulations, and landscaping code amendments, with the latter to be brought back to a future workshop.

• Directed staff to prepare resolution for board and commission assignments for May 18 meeting
• Discussed 2022 CDBG allocation of $421,451, $28,000 less than anticipated
• Discussed zoning code update focusing on affordable housing, parking, and multi-family use-by-right
• Discussed e-scooter pilot program with sidewalk restrictions and speed limits
• Instructed staff to bring landscaping code amendment back to another workshop

Urban Trails Committee

The Urban Trails Committee will vote on the 2022 Infrastructure Priorities List and review the Annual Roadmap. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding low-cost improvement priorities.

• Vote on 2022 Infrastructure Priorities List
• Review of Annual Roadmap
• Discussion of low-cost improvement priorities
• Public Works and Planning updates

General

The committee will discuss potential additional funding areas including behavioral health services, open space, affordable housing, and childcare. Members will also review process development for evaluating projects, including solicitation and vetting procedures. The meeting includes a vote on recording future meetings.

• Vote on recording committee meetings
• Consideration of funding areas for behavioral health, open space, affordable housing, and childcare
• Development of project evaluation processes and criteria scoresheets
• Updates regarding homelessness and housing

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request for 2.17 acres at 2730 B Rd. The commission will also review proposed amendments to several sections of the City's Zoning and Development Code.

• Rezoning 2.17 acres from R-4 to R-8 at 2730 B Rd
• Amendments to landscape, buffering, and screening standards
• Updates to municipal code measurements and use-specific standards

Forestry

The Forestry Advisory Board will review Arbor Day results, including seedling distribution and auction proceeds. The board will also discuss updates to Chapter 8 regarding rules and regulations.

• Arbor Day seedling distribution of 1,000 trees
• $2788 from urban wood silent auction
• Tree planting at 180 locations including Las Colonias Rotary and Riverside Parkway
• Discussion regarding Chapter 8 updates versus rules and regulations

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a workshop regarding an update to the landscaping code. No other specific items are listed on this agenda.

• Landscaping code update

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review survey results for the Community Recreation Center. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Orchard Mesa Pool renovation and the Dos Rios playground.

• Community Recreation Center Survey Results
• Orchard Mesa Pool Renovation
• Dos Rios Playground
• Fireworks Special Event
• Approval of April 7, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will elect a new Council President and Council President Pro Tem. The agenda includes introductions for ordinances regarding camping on public property and rezoning at 2080 Broadway. A public hearing is also scheduled to discuss regulations for cannabis businesses.

• Ordinance introduction regarding camping on public property
• Rezoning of 2.37 acres at 2080 Broadway
• Public hearing on cannabis business signage and buffering near schools
• Solar farm subscription agreement with Pivot Energy
• Street maintenance seal coat contract

The City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 5070, which sets zoning and buffering rules for cannabis businesses, and approved a 10-year solar garden subscription with Pivot Energy. Anna Stout was elected Council President/Ex-Officio Mayor, and Abe Herman was elected Council President Pro Tem, both with Councilmember Simpson voting no. The council also approved the consent agenda, including setting public hearings and several procurements.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 5070 on cannabis zoning and buffering (unanimous)
• Approved 10-year solar farm subscription with Pivot Energy (unanimous)
• Elected Anna Stout as Council President/Ex-Officio Mayor (voice vote, Simpson no)
• Elected Abe Herman as Council President Pro Tem (voice vote, Simpson no)
• Adopted consent agenda items 1-4 (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for May 18 on camping ordinance reenactment
• Set public hearing for May 18 on 2080 Broadway rezoning
• Approved 2022 street maintenance seal coat contract

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority is reviewing several liquor license renewal applications. The meeting also includes reviews for late filings and a tasting permit extension for Teller Arms Liquor. Additionally, the board will consider permits for upcoming special events.

• License renewals for Redlands Liquor, Sodexo America, and Clubhouse 25
• Late filing reviews for CMU Downtown Art Gallery and Kodiaxe, LLC
• Tasting permit and location extension for Teller Arms Liquor
• Special event permit for “CMU Athletics Beerfest - 2022” on May 20
• Special event permits for two events at the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 270

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved all six routine license renewals, two late-filed renewals (with good cause found), a tasting permit and change-of-location extension for Teller Arms Liquor, and three special event permits. No applications were denied or tabled.

• Approved 6 liquor license renewals (Redlands Liquor, Sodexo, Clubhouse 25, Canyon Convenience, Tequila's, Blue Moon Bar & Grille)
• Approved late renewal for Colorado Mesa University Downtown Art Gallery (28 days late, good cause found)
• Approved late renewal for Kodiaxe (11 days late, good cause found)
• Approved Teller Arms Liquor tasting permit and change-of-location extension to October 20, 2022
• Approved special event permit for Ford Wedding at Moose Lodge (June 4, 2022)
• Approved special event permit for 50th Wedding Anniversary at Moose Lodge (June 18, 2022)
• Approved special event permit for CMU Athletics Beerfest (May 20, 2022)

Historic Preservation Board

The board will discuss the placement of a shade structure on Mesa County property at 1st Street and Main Street. The meeting also includes reviewing a draft letter of support for Stranges Store and discussing plans for a Historic Preservation Celebration.

• Draft letter of support for Stranges Store
• Shade structure placement at 1st Street and Main Street on Mesa County property
• Historic Preservation Celebration discussion
• Approval of April 5, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to facilitate discussion and study various issues. Topics include affordable housing goal development, truck routes, and the Union Pacific Railroad Downtown Quiet Zone.

• Affordable Housing Goal Development
• Truck Routes and Compression Brakes
• Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) Downtown Quiet Zone

The City Council workshop on May 2, 2022, included presentations and discussions on three topics: setting an affordable housing production goal, designating truck routes and prohibiting compression brakes, and implementing a downtown quiet zone. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the items were for discussion only.

• Discussed affordable housing goal of 227 units over five years (no vote)
• Discussed ordinance designating primary and secondary truck routes (no vote)
• Discussed prohibiting compression brakes within city limits (no vote)
• Discussed downtown quiet zone at 7th and 9th Street crossings (no vote)

Arts & Culture

This agenda contains only procedural items for the Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture. The meeting includes calling to order, approving minutes, and reviewing reports.

• No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed on this agenda.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to rezone property at 2080 Broadway from County RSF-4 to R-5. A proposed amendment to landscaping and buffering standards was withdrawn and rescheduled for May 10th.

• Rezoning of 2.37 acres at 2080 Broadway from RSF-4 to R-5
• Withdrawal of amendments to landscaping, buffering, and screening standards

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop regarding the landscaping code. The session includes an overview of proposed code changes.

• Overview of proposed landscaping code amendment changes

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority is reviewing applications for liquor license renewals and special event permits. These include renewals for businesses such as Red Robin and Enzo’s Pizzeria, as well as permits for local festivals and concerts.

• Liquor license renewals for Golden Gate Gas, Enzo’s Pizzeria, Red Robin, and The Park
• Special event permit: Grand Junction Mountain Bike and Music Festival on Main Street
• Special event permit: Climber’s Beer Night at 716 Scarlet Street
• Special event permit: Grand Valley River Fest/Get in Gear at Las Colonias Butterfly Pavilion
• Special event permit: CMU Spring Concert at 1100 North Avenue

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning land at Horizon Drive and 25 Road. The agenda also includes adopting a tourism membership program and reviewing dam modification changes.

• Rezoning 2.46 acres from PD to C-1 at Horizon Drive and 27 1/2 Road
• Rezoning 1.18 acres from R-4 to R-8 at 702 25 Road
• Adoption of the Grand Junction Area Tourism Membership Program
• Hogchute (aka Carson) Reservoir Dam Modifications Change Order No. 2
• Ordinance vacating a public alley south of 245 and 333 South Avenue

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the Community Recreation Center Survey and Orchard Mesa Pool. This meeting is intended for analyzing information and studying issues for potential future consideration.

• Community Recreation Center Survey discussion
• Orchard Mesa Pool discussion

The City Council held a workshop with no formal votes. They discussed a survey showing 59% support for an indoor recreation facility, with Matchett Park as the preferred site, and considered funding options including a nicotine tax. They also discussed the aging Orchard Mesa Pool, noting reduced county funding and the need for maintenance, but took no action.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at workshop

Urban Trails Committee

The committee is scheduled to vote on an Infrastructure Priorities List. Discussion topics include improvements for 4th & 5th Streets and a shared micromobility pilot program. The meeting will also provide updates on bike counts, master plan rewrites, and bylaw amendments.

• Vote on Infrastructure Priorities List
• Discussion of 4th & 5th St Improvements
• Discussion of Shared Micromobility Pilot
• Update on Ped & Bike Master Plan/TEDS Rewrite

City Council

The ARPA Committee will receive updates from its sub-groups regarding child care, housing, and homelessness. The committee will also discuss next steps and other potential topics.

• Child Care sub-group update
• Housing sub-group update
• Homelessness sub-group update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider updates to the Municipal Code regarding cannabis business standards and buffering requirements. The commission will also review a request to vacate a storm sewer right-of-way at Grand Junction High School. A rezoning request for 2636 Patterson Rd was withdrawn.

• Amendments to Title 21 and Title 27 regarding cannabis business use, buffering, and signage
• Request to vacate a storm sewer right-of-way at 1400 N. 5th Street
• Withdrawn rezoning request for 9.28 acres at 2636 Patterson Rd

Forestry

The board will discuss upcoming tree planting season activities and Arbor Day seedling distribution. The meeting also includes a review of Southwest Arbor Fest plans and an update on development regulations.

• Tree seedling distribution via online form launching April 12
• Review of Southwest Arbor Fest agenda plans
• Development regulations update
• New insect update from CSU

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive an update on the Zoning Code Update process, including recent public participation events and information regarding the appointed code committee. The meeting also includes status updates on the landscaping code and cannabis regulations.

• Zoning Code Update and Q&A with Clarion consultants
• Landscaping Code status update
• Cannabis Regulations status update

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review minutes from the March 3, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes a presentation by Rob Davis of Forestry and Open Space and a construction tour of the stadium renovation.

• Approval of March 3, 2022 minutes
• Forestry and Open Space supervisor presentation
• Stadium renovation construction tour

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority will consider several license renewal applications for local businesses and venues. The meeting also includes reviews of ownership transfers and special event permit requests.

• License renewals for ten businesses, including Fantasy, LLC and Two Rivers Convention Center
• Ownership transfer application for Ginger Restaurant, LLC
• Special event permit for Southwest Arbor Fest on April 23, 2022
• Special event permit for CMU ‘Kegathon’ Brew Fest on April 9, 2022
• Special event permits for Cinco de Mayo and a Tequila Tasting

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on marijuana use regulations and the creation of retail marijuana sales and excise taxes. The council will also consider supplemental appropriations for the 2022 budget and establish policy for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.

• Ordinance regarding marijuana uses, licenses, and regulations
• Ordinance creating a retail marijuana sales and use tax and excise tax
• Supplemental appropriations for the 2022 City budget
• Annexation and rezoning of Keyser Court (3110 through 3117 Keyser Court)
• Policy establishment for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds

The Grand Junction City Council adopted ordinances to allow and regulate up to ten cannabis stores, including a retail marijuana sales and use tax and excise tax, following voter approval of measures 2A and 2B. The council also approved the Keyser Court annexation (1.83 acres) and zoning to R-8, and adopted a supplemental budget appropriation and an ARPA funds policy. The March 16 meeting minutes were tabled to April 20 for review.

• Adopted Ordinance 5064 creating cannabis regulations (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 5065 imposing retail marijuana sales and use tax and excise tax (unanimous)
• Approved Keyser Court annexation and R-8 zoning (unanimous)
• Adopted supplemental appropriations to 2022 budget (6-1, Simpson no)
• Adopted Resolution 32-22 establishing ARPA funds policy (6-1, Simpson no)
• Tabled March 16 minutes to April 20 (5-2, Herman and McDaniel no)

Historic Preservation Board

The board will discuss Historic Preservation Day and approve minutes from the March 1, 2022 meeting. The agenda contains limited substantive items beyond these topics.

• Discussion of Historic Preservation Day

City Council

The City Council and Downtown Development Authority will hold a special meeting to discuss negotiations regarding an economic development/redevelopment incentive agreement with Richmark Companies. The session includes developing negotiation strategies for a possible redevelopment project at 200 Rood Avenue.

• Executive session regarding economic development/redevelopment incentive agreement for Richmark Companies
• Possible redevelopment project at 200 Rood Avenue

The City Council and Downtown Development Authority held a joint special meeting to hear an update from Richmark Companies on its proposed two-building development at 200 Rood Avenue. Richmark reported the project cost has risen to $65 million with a $10 million feasibility gap, and requested city fee waivers, purchase of the Rood Avenue right-of-way, and $3.5 million in annual DDA assistance. Council took no formal action, but voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss negotiation strategy for a possible incentive agreement.

• Heard update on Richmark's 200 Rood Avenue project (no vote)
• Voted unanimously to enter executive session for negotiation strategy

Arts & Culture

The agenda consists only of standard procedural items. No specific new business, old business, or project details were listed in the provided text.

• Approval of minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider rezoning requests for residential and commercial properties. The commission will also review a request to vacate a public alley right-of-way. An amendment to landscaping requirements has been rescheduled to April 12, 2022.

• Rezoning 1.18 acres at 702 25 Road from R-4 to R-8
• Rezoning 2.46 acres at Horizon Drive and 27 ½ Road from PD to C-1
• Vacating a public alley right-of-way south of 245 and 333 South Avenue

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to review the city's adopted neighborhoods and subarea plans. This session includes Planner David Thornton.

• Review of existing neighborhoods and subarea plans

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority will review several liquor license renewal applications, including some filed late. The meeting also includes consideration of permit applications for various special events in Grand Junction.

• License renewals for No Coast Sushi and Moody’s Lounge
• Late license renewal filings for Buffalo Wild Wings and Bananas Fun Park
• Special event permit for a retirement party at 567 25 ½ Road
• Series of special event permits for STRiVE, including the Tulips & Julips Derby

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to cannabis regulations and several land annexation and rezoning requests. Items regarding the Lincoln Park Multipurpose Building have been continued to April 6, 2022.

• Introduction of ordinance amending cannabis regulations
• Rezoning for Keyser Court Annexation at 3110-3117 Keyser Court
• Annexation and rezoning of 0.88 acres at 2067 Ferree Drive
• Zoning amendment for Riverfront at Dos Rios on 58.8 acres
• Condemnation action for 24 Road and G Road expansion projects

The City Council unanimously approved the annexation and rezoning of the 0.88-acre Trinklein property at 2067 Ferree Drive to R-4, and adopted an ordinance amending the Planned Development zoning and Outline Development Plan for the Riverfront at Dos Rios. Several items were continued to the April 6 meeting, including the Lincoln Park Multipurpose Building agreements and a condemnation resolution for the 24 Road projects. The council also discussed but did not decide on the use of ARPA funds and DDA vacancy procedures.

• Approved Trinklein Annexation and zoning to R-4 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5061 amending Riverfront at Dos Rios PD/ODP (unanimous)
• Continued Lincoln Park Multipurpose Building items to April 6 (unanimous)
• Continued condemnation resolution for 24 Road projects to April 6 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Andrew Gingerich and appointed Jason Nguyen, Michael Holt, Ian Thomas to Urban Trails Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda including minutes and public hearing settings (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss cannabis regulations and the creation of a Code Committee for a Zoning and Development Code Update. No public comment will be accepted during the discussion on cannabis regulations.

• Discussion of cannabis regulations
• Creation of a Code Committee for the Zoning and Development Code Update

Urban Trails Committee

The Urban Trails Committee will discuss the Infrastructure Priorities List and SRTS Ranking. The meeting also includes a presentation and updates from Public Works.

• Discussion of Infrastructure Priorities List and SRTS Ranking
• Public Works Presentation/Updates
• Approval of February 9, 2022 minutes

City Council

This meeting consists of procedural items for the City Council ARPA Committee. The agenda focuses on establishing a timeline, committee introductions, and a framework for recommendations.

• Committee introductions
• Framework for committee recommendations
• Process overview
• Meeting schedule and frequency

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a rezoning request by BK Holdings II LLLP. The proposal seeks to change 1.83 acres from County Planned Unit Development to R-8 residential zoning at 3110 through 3117 Keyser Court, allowing for 8 dwelling units per acre.

• Rezoning of 1.83 acres from County PUD to R-8 (Residential – 8 du/ac) at 3110 through 3117 Keyser Court

Forestry

The Forestry Advisory Board will review updates on the 2022 private ash treatment and replacement program. The meeting includes discussions on tree removal status, seasonal hiring, and development regulation updates. Members will also address Arbor Day 2022 planning and an arboretum fundraiser.

• 2022 private ash treatment and replacement program update
• Tree removal status update
• Development regulations update
• Arbor Day 2022 agenda
• Arboretum fundraiser by Tanya Travis

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss the Redlands Roundabout, Dos Rios Splash Park, and the Private Ash Tree Treatment Program. The board will also review and approve minutes from the February 3, 2022 meeting.

• Redlands Roundabout
• Dos Rios Splash Park
• Private Ash Tree Treatment Program
• Approval of February 3, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

Staff is convening a taskforce to review the landscaping code and guide potential revisions. The group will evaluate water-sensitive landscaping and approaches to water conservation.

• Formation of a landscaping ordinance taskforce
• Review of landscaping code for water conservation

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority is reviewing several liquor license renewal applications, including one late filing for TRU by Hilton Grand Junction Downtown. The board will also consider permit applications for two upcoming special events. Additionally, the authority will review survey procedures.

• Liquor license renewals for businesses including Edgewater Brewery and Le Rouge
• Late filing renewal for TRU by Hilton Grand Junction Downtown
• Special event permit for Museum of Western Colorado Speakeasy Fundraiser on March 12, 2022
• Special event permit for Maverick Classic - 2022 on March 26, 2022
• Review of Needs and Desires Survey Procedures

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved all seven liquor license renewals, including one late filing, and two special event permits for the Museums of Western Colorado Speakeasy Fundraiser and the Maverick Classic. The board also approved adding an online option for Needs and Desires Surveys for future applicants.

• Approved liquor license renewals for Lucky Me Liquor, Le Rouge, Two Rivers Tavern, Edgewater Brewery, Kokopelli Liquors, Lincoln Park Sports Complex, and Charlie Dwellington's
• Approved late renewal for TRU by Hilton Grand Junction Downtown, finding good cause
• Approved special event permit for Museums of Western Colorado Speakeasy Fundraiser (March 12, 2022)
• Approved special event permit for Maverick Classic (March 26, 2022)
• Approved online option for Needs and Desires Surveys

City Council

The City Council is reviewing introductions for ordinances regarding supplemental appropriations to the 2022 budget. The agenda also includes proposed rezoning for the Trinklein Annexation and the Riverfront at Dos Rios development plan.

• Rezoning of 0.88 acres at 2067 Ferree Drive
• Amendment to the Riverfront at Dos Rios development plan
• Supplemental appropriations for the 2022 City Budget
• Construction pricing for Grand Junction Fire Station 8
• Annexation of 1.83 acres at 3110-3117 Keyser Court

The City Council approved a supplemental appropriation of $40,649 for the Ridges irrigation pumphouse equipment, bringing the total to $215,649, and authorized a contract with EC Electric for the electrical improvements. The council also adopted a 5% rate increase for the Ridges Irrigation Golf Course and continued three items related to the Lincoln Park Multipurpose Building to the March 16 meeting. All other agenda items were approved as part of the consent agenda.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 5058 for supplemental appropriation of $40,649 for Ridges irrigation pumphouse equipment (6-1, Simpson no)
• Authorized contract with EC Electric for Shadow Lake Pump Station electrical improvements, $215,648.73 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-22 increasing Ridges Irrigation Golf Course rates by 5% (unanimous)
• Continued Lincoln Park Multipurpose Building items (supplemental appropriation, IGA, GMP) to March 16, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, public hearing settings, procurements, and a revocable permit for a monument sign (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Board

The board will discuss Historic Preservation Day with guest Arlo DiCristina. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding Story Map and Museum Database coordination via Vida.

• Discussion of Historic Preservation Day with guest Arlo DiCristina
• Discussion of Story Map and Museum Database coordination
• Approval of February 1, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The scheduled City Council workshop for February 28, 2022, was cancelled.

City Council

The City Council scheduled a special executive session to discuss personnel matters regarding the City Manager and the City Attorney. Neither employee has requested discussion in an open session.

• Executive session: City Manager personnel matters
• Executive session: City Attorney personnel matters

The Grand Junction City Council held a special meeting on February 28, 2022, and the only substantive action was entering into two executive sessions to discuss personnel matters regarding the City Manager and the City Attorney. No decisions were made in open session, and the meeting adjourned without any public votes or actions.

• Entered executive session to discuss City Manager personnel (moved by Stout, seconded by Pe'a)
• Entered executive session to discuss City Attorney personnel (moved by Stout, seconded by Pe'a)

Urban Trails Committee

The Urban Trails Committee will hold a workshop regarding the Infrastructure Priorities List. The committee is also scheduled to discuss 2020 survey results. No specific action items were listed on this agenda.

• Infrastructure Priorities List Workshop
• Discussion of 2020 Survey Results

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a permit for a gravel extraction operation on approximately 38.1 acres. The commission will also review a request to amend the development plan for the Riverfront at Dos Rios.

• Conditional Use Permit for gravel extraction at 595 and 601 23-1/4 Road and 2345 River Road
• Zoning and development plan amendment for the Riverfront at Dos Rios on 58.8 acres

General

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to define and discuss density. The session includes a visualization presentation by Nicole Galehouse regarding how density interacts with land development regulations.

• Discussion of density definitions
• Review of density's interaction with land development regulations

General

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority is reviewing several liquor license renewal applications. These include renewals for hotel and restaurant licenses as well as off-premises fermented malt beverage permits. One tavern application has been continued until March 2, 2022.

• License renewal for Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.
• Fermented malt beverage off-premises renewal for Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores, Inc.
• Hotel and restaurant license renewal for Colorado Mesa University dba Hotel Maverick
• Hotel and restaurant license renewal for SAL, Inc. dba Fiesta Guadalajara-GJ
• Fermented malt beverage off-premises renewal for CST Metro, LLC dba Circle K #2744115

City Council

The City Council will consider amendments to residential density regulations across several zoning districts. The meeting also includes discussions regarding land annexation, rezoning requests, and a grant for airport concessions.

• Amending Title 21 to modify residential density in B-1, C-1, M-U, and BP zones
• $214,188 ARPA grant for airport concessions rent relief
• Rezoning 2.4 acres at 639 Pioneer Road from R-4 to R-5
• Annexation and zoning of the Brown Property at 2537 G 3/8 Road
• Rezoning 16.70 acres in Cimarron Mesa Subdivision from R-4 to R-8

The City Council unanimously authorized the City Manager to enter into a contract to purchase Grand Junction Curbside Recycling Indefinitely (GJ CRI) for $389,636.50, aiming to expand services and increase recycling. The Council also adopted several ordinances, including removing residential density maximums in certain zoning districts (Ordinance 5052), making supplemental appropriations for a childcare facility and a fire truck (Ordinance 5053) and separately for Lincoln Park stadium lighting (Ordinance 5053 B), rezoning 2.4 acres at 639 Pioneer Road to R-5 (Ordinance 5054), annexing and zoning the Brown Property (Resolution 22-22, Ordinances 5055 and 5056), and rezoning 16.70 acres in Cimarron Mesa to R-8 (Ordinance 5057). The Council also reappointed three members to the Horizon Drive Association Business Improvement District and moved a consent agenda item to the regular agenda for the recycling purchase.

• Approved the purchase of Grand Junction Curbside Recycling Indefinitely for $389,636.50 (unanimous).
• Adopted Ordinance 5052, removing residential density maximums in B-1, C-1, M-U, and BP zoning districts (unanimous).
• Adopted Ordinance 5053, appropriating funds for childcare facility expansion and a fire department ladder truck (passed, with Councilmember Simpson voting no).
• Adopted Ordinance 5053 B, appropriating funds for Lincoln Park stadium lighting (passed, with Councilmembers Reitz and Simpson voting no).
• Adopted Ordinance 5054, rezoning 2.4 acres at 639 Pioneer Road from R-4 to R-5 (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution 22-22 and Ordinances 5055 and 5056, annexing and zoning the Brown Property at 2537 G 3/8 Road to R-4 (unanimous).
• Adopted Ordinance 5057, rezoning 16.70 acres in Cimarron Mesa from R-4 to R-8 (passed, with Councilmember Taggart abstaining).
• Reappointed Jay Moss, Cameron Reece, and Jim Cagle to the Horizon Drive Association Business Improvement District (unanimous).

City Council

The Grand Junction City Council is holding a workshop to discuss cannabis regulations. No public comment will be accepted for this topic during the session. The agenda also includes council communications and planning for future workshop topics.

• Discussion of cannabis regulations

Urban Trails Committee

The Urban Trails Committee is preparing to rank infrastructure priorities in March and seeking volunteers for May Bike Month. The meeting also includes reviews of letters of support for Crosby Avenue and the Orchard Avenue Corridor Study.

• Infrastructure Priorities List preparation
• May Bike Month subcommittee volunteer recruitment
• Crosby Avenue Letter of Support
• Orchard Avenue Corridor Study Letter of Support
• Pedestrian and bike RFP update

Planning Commission

The Grand Junction Planning Commission will consider two zoning requests. One involves rezoning 0.88 acres at 2067 Ferree Drive. The other concerns amending the development plan for Riverfront at Dos Rios.

• Rezoning of 0.88 acres at 2067 Ferree Drive from RSF-4 to R-4
• Amendment to Planned Development Zoning and Outline Development Plan for Riverfront at Dos Rios

Forestry

The board will elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair. A taskforce is being convened to review the landscaping code, focusing on water-sensitive approaches. The meeting also includes updates on tree removal and ash treatment programs.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• 2022 private ash treatment and replacement program update
• Development regulations and landscaping code review
• Tree removal status update involving Xcel and traffic control

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meets to review park management and planning updates. The agenda includes a presentation from the Park Supervisor and the adoption of the Horizon Park Master Plan. The board will also select representatives for recruitment interviews and food vendor selection processes.

• Adoption of Horizon Park Master Plan
• Park Supervisor presentation by Kyle Coltrinari
• Selection of board representative for new member recruitment interviews
• Selection of board representative for JUCO food vendor selection

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is convening a taskforce to review the landscaping code and guide potential revisions. The group will focus on water-sensitive landscaping and evaluate both incentive-based and mandatory approaches to water conservation.

• Formation of a landscaping ordinance taskforce
• Review of landscaping code for potential revisions
• Evaluation of water conservation approaches

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority will review several liquor license renewals and changes to business management or ownership. The meeting also includes hearings for new license applications at River City Sportplex and First Watch Restaurant.

• New liquor license application for River City Sportplex
• New liquor license application for First Watch Restaurant
• License renewals for Charlie Dwellington’s, Texas Roadhouse, and Wrigley Field
• Ownership transfer for El Mescal Family Restaurant
• Corporate structure change for Il Bistro Italiano

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved two new liquor licenses for River City Sportplex and First Watch Restaurant, and renewed two existing licenses. A third renewal was continued due to a sales tax compliance issue. Two manager changes and one ownership transfer were also approved, while two other applications were taken under advisement.

• Approved new liquor license for TO Ventures LLC dba River City Sportplex (Lodging & Entertainment)
• Approved new liquor license for First Watch Restaurants Inc. dba First Watch Restaurant #0331 (Hotel & Restaurant)
• Approved license renewals for Texas Roadhouse and Wrigley Field
• Continued license renewal for Charlie Dwellington's to Feb 16, 2022 due to sales tax non-compliance
• Approved change in registered manager for Breckenridge Ale House (Keyes E. Mueller replacing Robert Bradley)
• Approved transfer of ownership for El Mescal Family Restaurant to Los Toros Munoz LLC
• Took under advisement change in registered manager for Genghis Grill (Marvin J. Stafford)
• Took under advisement corporate structure change for Il Bistro Italiano (adding shareholders Adrian and Jill Chavez)

City Council

The Grand Junction City Council is considering several zoning amendments and land annexations. The agenda includes public hearings for the 600-acre Redlands 360 development and its associated intergovernmental agreements.

• Ordinance to modify residential density regulations in B-1, C-1, M-U, and BP districts
• Public hearing for the 600-acre Redlands 360 Development Outline Development Plan
• Rezoning of 2.4 acres at 639 Pioneer Road from R-4 to R-5
• Contract for the 28 1/4 Road and Hawthorne Road Construction Project
• Ordinance to rezone 16.70 acres in Cimarron Mesa Subdivision

The Grand Junction City Council approved the Redlands 360 Planned Development Outline Development Plan, covering 600 acres south of Redlands Parkway and Highway 340, with a 25-year buildout. It also adopted an intergovernmental agreement with the Redlands 360 Metropolitan Districts Nos. 1-9 for construction and maintenance, and accepted the dedication of 6.48 acres of open space in the Canyon Rim 360 Subdivision. All three items passed unanimously by roll call vote.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 5051 for Redlands 360 PD ODP, rezoning, and 185-acre dedication (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 19-22 for IGA with Redlands 360 Metro Districts (unanimous)
• Approved dedication of 6.48 acres in Canyon Rim 360 Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved five fireworks displays at Suplizio Field for 2022 (unanimous)
• Introduced supplemental appropriations ordinance for 2022 budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 16-22 amending Lodgers Tax expenditures (voice vote, Simpson no)
• Appointed Melanie Duyvejonck, Kim Herek, Jimmie Phillips to Planning Commission/ZBA (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda items #1-#5 excluding 4.a (unanimous)

General

The City Council ARPA Committee met to discuss its purpose and operational procedures. The agenda included selecting leadership and determining meeting logistics such as location, schedule, and virtual options.

• Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Determination of meeting location, schedule, and time
• Discussion of virtual meeting options

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board is discussing plans for May's Historic Preservation Month, including awards and walking tours. The agenda also covers Story Map coordination with the museum database and an update on a historic shade structure location.

• 2022 Historic Preservation Month activities
• Story Map and Museum Database coordination
• Mesa County Historical Society History Fair (April 16, 2022)
• Historic shade structure location update

City Council

This workshop is intended for City Council discussion and information analysis. Agenda items include a discussion on the Public Market Feasibility Study, Audit Committee matters, internal controls audits, and quarterly financial reports.

• Public Market Feasibility Study Discussion
• Audit Committee discussion
• Internal Controls Audit discussion
• Quarterly Financial Reports review

The City Council held a workshop and directed the City Manager to connect with grant writers and seek funding partners for a public market feasibility study. Council also agreed to form an audit committee, supported drafting an RFP for an internal controls audit, and discussed concerns about quarterly financial reports. No formal votes were taken; all items were discussion and direction only.

• Directed City Manager to seek funding partners for public market feasibility study
• Agreed to form an audit committee with Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem as ex-officio members
• Supported drafting an RFP for an internal controls audit
• Appointed Councilmember Reitz to replace Councilmember Stout on the ARPA Committee

Arts & Culture

The Commission will introduce Marlene Godsey as the new Arts and Culture Coordinator. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a new exhibit location at 910 Main and an update on moving the Bear Sculpture to Lincoln Park.

• Introduction of New Arts and Culture Coordinator, Marlene Godsey
• Discussion of new exhibit location at 910 Main
• Update on Bear Sculpture move to Lincoln Park
• Approval of minutes from November 17, 2021, and December 7, 2021

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several requests to change zoning designations for residential properties. These items include density changes for parcels on G 3/8 Road, Pioneer Road, and within the Cimarron Mesa Subdivision.

• Rezoning 9.84 acres at 2537 G 3/8 Road from RSF-R to R-4
• Rezoning 16.70 acres in Cimarron Mesa Subdivision from R-4 to R-8
• Rezoning 2.4 acres at 639 Pioneer Road from R-4 to R-5

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority is reviewing several liquor license renewals and late filings. The agenda also includes a new restaurant license application and a special event permit request.

• New license application for Cruise Control Kitchen and Cellar at 555 Colorado Avenue
• Special event permit for Grand Valley Baseball Texas Hold 'Em Tournament on February 5, 2022
• License renewals for Jack Rabbit Liquor and Castle Creek Bed & Breakfast
• Late filing renewals for HandleBar (26 days late) and Fairfield Inn & Suites (28 days late)
• Corporate structure changes for Junct’n Square Pizza

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved a new Vintners Restaurant liquor license for CRU Hospitality, LTD dba Cruise Control Kitchen and Cellar at 555 Colorado Avenue, conditional on a Certificate of Occupancy and Mesa County Public Health approval. The board also approved three standard license renewals, three late-filed renewals with good cause, one tasting permit, and one change in corporate structure. One change in corporate structure application was continued to February 2, 2022, and a special event permit for a Texas Hold 'Em tournament was approved.

• Approved new Vintners Restaurant license for Cruise Control Kitchen and Cellar, conditional on Certificate of Occupancy and health approval
• Approved renewals for Natural Grocers, Jack Rabbit Liquor, and Castle Creek Bed & Breakfast
• Approved late renewal for HandleBar (26 days late), finding good cause
• Approved late renewal for Fairfield Inn & Suites (28 days late), finding good cause
• Approved late renewal and registered manager change for Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites (23 days late)
• Approved tasting permit for North Avenue Liquor
• Approved corporate structure change for Junct'n Square Pizza
• Continued corporate structure change for 11 Bistro Italiano to February 2, 2022

City Council

The City Council will review the first reading of an ordinance for the Redlands 360 development plan. The council will also hold public hearings regarding a property purchase for an employee childcare facility and a rezoning request. Additionally, officials will discuss the implementation of a graywater ordinance.

• Introduction of Redlands 360 development plan for 600 acres
• Property purchase at 545 25 1/2 Road for an employee childcare facility
• Contracts for firefighter personal protective equipment and a ladder truck
• Rezoning of 3.42 acres at 2858 C 1/2 Road from R-4 to R-8
• Discussion on the development of a graywater ordinance

The Grand Junction City Council approved the purchase of a Pierce 100-foot ladder truck for $1,578,563, with Councilmember Simpson voting no. They also adopted Ordinance No. 5049 for supplemental appropriations to fund an employee childcare facility and approved the purchase of property at 545 25 ½ Road for that facility. Additionally, the council approved a rezoning at 2858 C ½ Road and reaffirmed the city's 3-Mile Plan. Staff was directed to develop a graywater ordinance.

• Approved $1,578,563 purchase of Pierce 100-foot ladder truck (6-1, Simpson no)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5049 for supplemental appropriations for employee childcare facility (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 13-22 to purchase property at 545 25 ½ Road for $650,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5050 rezoning 3.42 acres at 2858 C ½ Road from R-4 to R-8 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 14-22 reaffirming Comprehensive Plan as 3-Mile Plan with 2022 update (unanimous)
• Directed staff to craft graywater regulations for future ordinance
• Adopted consent agenda items #1-#4 excluding item 3.b (unanimous)
• Postponed Resolution on Lodgers Tax amendment until February 2, 2022

City Council

The agenda indicates that the Grand Junction City Council workshop scheduled for Monday, January 17, 2022, at 5:30 P.M. was cancelled. No specific decisions, discussions, or items are listed because the meeting did not take place.

Forestry

The Forestry Advisory Board will elect officers and review the 2022 private ash treatment and replacement program. The meeting includes updates on tree removal work orders, stump grinding, and Arbor Day preparations.

• Update on 2022 private ash treatment and replacement program
• Report of 230 trees identified for removal and 92 pending stumps
• Discussion regarding Siberian elm on the noxious weed watch list
• Planning for Arbor Day on April 23, 2022
• Canopy Analysis update for I-70 Business loop 1st to 4th

Urban Trails Committee

The committee will meet to approve the minutes from December 8, 2021. The agenda includes a discussion for brainstorming the committee's Strategic Plan and Action Items; no specific action items or updates are listed.

• Approval of December 8, 2021 minutes
• Strategic Plan & Action Items Brainstorming

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a development plan for the 600-acre Redlands 360 project. The agenda also includes proposed changes to residential density regulations in several business and mixed-use zones.

• Review of Outline Development Plan for Redlands 360 (600 acres)
• Proposed amendment to Title 21 regarding residential density in B-1, C-1, M-U, and BP zones
• Request to vacate a public irrigation easement at 791 Jordanna Road
• One-year extension request for Eagle Estates plat recording

Urban Trails Committee

This meeting consists of procedural items and internal committee discussions. Topics include UTC best practices, committee onboarding, and record management using Google Drive. No specific projects or action items are listed on the agenda.

• UTC best practices
• Committee onboarding
• Record management via Google Drive
• Project visibility

City Council

The Grand Junction City Council is holding a workshop to facilitate discussion on cannabis regulations. The agenda also includes councilmember communications and planning for future workshop topics.

• Discussion of cannabis regulations

The City Council held a workshop to discuss cannabis regulations, focusing on the selection process for retail licenses. After hearing public comments and staff presentations, the Council expressed support for a merit-based system to evaluate applications and directed staff to draft an ordinance for consideration. The next workshop on cannabis regulations was scheduled for February 14.

• Directed staff to draft ordinance for merit-based cannabis license selection
• Scheduled next cannabis workshop for February 14

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review minutes from December 2, 2021. The board is scheduled to take action on Redlands 360 and the Grand Junction Strategic Cultural Plan. Updates are also planned for the Lincoln Park Stadium Renovation and a Community Center Survey.

• Action on Redlands 360
• Action on Grand Junction Strategic Cultural Plan
• Update on Lincoln Park Stadium Renovation
• Update on Community Center Survey

Planning Commission

The commission will assign members to committees for landscaping and land use code updates. The agenda also includes a review of density cap removal recommendations and a Comprehensive Plan tutorial.

• Assigning member to landscaping code committee update
• Assigning members to land use and development code update with Clarion
• Review of Density Cap removal text amendment recommendation
• Comprehensive Plan tutorial

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority will review eleven license renewal applications for various local businesses. The meeting also includes a new beer and wine license application for Jimmy’z Hamburgers and a special event permit request.

• License renewals for Volleys, LLC and Fairground Wine & Liquor
• New beer and wine license application for Jimmy’z Hamburgers
• Special event permit for a retirement party at Loyal Order of Moose Grand Junction Lodge 270
• Multiple off-premises fermented malt beverage renewals for CF Altitude, LLC

The Grand Junction Planning Commission approved all 11 liquor license renewals, a new beer and wine license for Jimmy’z Hamburgers, and a special event permit for a Moose Lodge retirement party. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Volleys tavern license renewal
• Approved Fairground Wine & Liquor renewal
• Approved Alta #6151 fermented malt beverage renewal
• Approved Alta #6311 fermented malt beverage renewal
• Approved Alta #6312 fermented malt beverage renewal
• Approved Alta #6315 fermented malt beverage renewal
• Approved Alta #6316 fermented malt beverage renewal
• Approved new beer & wine license for Jimmy’z Hamburgers

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates for Lincoln Park Stadium renovations, including LED lighting and artificial turf conversion. The agenda also features public hearings for multiple land annexation and rezoning requests. Additionally, the council will consider resolutions regarding city easements and meeting schedules.

• Rezoning 3.42 acres from R-4 to R-8 at 2858 C ½ Road
• Annexation of 9.84 acres at 2537 G 3/8 Road
• Annexation and rezoning of 4.91 acres at 566 Rio Hondo Road
• Update on Lincoln Park Stadium LED lighting and artificial turf conversion
• Grant request for redevelopment of the City Market Site at 200 Rood Avenue

The Grand Junction City Council unanimously approved the annexation of 4.91 acres at 566 Rio Hondo Road (Church on the Rock North) and zoned it R-8, as well as approved a two-year extension for the Redlands Mesa development phasing. The council also adopted new voting district boundaries based on the 2020 census and requested a $600,000 supplemental appropriation for Lincoln Park Stadium lighting. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Church on the Rock North annexation and R-8 zoning (unanimous)
• Approved Redlands Mesa phasing extension (unanimous)
• Adopted new voting district boundaries (unanimous)
• Requested $600,000 supplemental appropriation for stadium lighting
• Adopted consent agenda items including contracts and resolutions (unanimous)

PIAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review the 2022 PIAB budget. The board will also approve minutes from the October 5, 2021 meeting.

• Approval of October 5, 2021 minutes
• Review of 2022 PIAB Budget

Historic Preservation Board

The board will review the 2021 draft report and discuss upcoming activities for May 2022 Historic Preservation Month. The agenda also includes updates on the historic shade structure.

• Review of 2021 Historic Preservation Board Draft Report
• Planning for May 2022 Historic Preservation Month activities
• Mesa County Historical Society History Fair scheduled for April 23, 2022
• Update on the Historic Shade Structure

City Council

This meeting agenda is only procedural boilerplate. The January 3, 2022 workshop session of the Grand Junction City Council was cancelled, with no items for discussion or decision.