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Granby public meetings in 2020

37 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 8, 2020

Meeting

Board to discuss extension of River Run water agreement

The Board of Trustees will discuss a request to extend the water supply agreement with River Run through May 1. The current agreement for water via the interconnect expires at the end of 2020, and there is no current timeline for when the water system will be ready.

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✓ Decided: Granby Board approves 2021 wage increases, appoints new mayor and trustees

The Granby Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on December 8, 2020, where they approved a resolution for a 2% COLA and up to 3% merit pay increase for town employees in fiscal year 2021. They also approved a resolution appropriating additional funds for the 2020 budget year, and approved a memorandum of understanding with the Granby Chamber of Commerce. The board also discussed and voted to appoint the next highest vote getter, Natascha O'Flaherty, to fill a vacant board seat at the next meeting.

Mon Dec 7, 2020

Planning Commission

Granby Planning Commission meeting cancelled

The Granby, Colorado Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, December 7, 2020, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

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Tue Nov 17, 2020

Meeting

Granby West GID adopts a zero budget and levies a $85 property tax credit for 2021

The Granby West General Improvement District board held a public budget hearing to adopt the 2021 budget. The district is adopting a zero budget because the Town of Granby purchased the underlying property in 2016, making it tax-exempt. The only remaining taxable parcel has an assessed valuation of $4,250, resulting in a $85 tax levy that is immediately offset by a temporary property tax credit.

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Thu Nov 12, 2020

Meeting

Trustees to attend county COVID webex meetings

This agenda is purely procedural: it notifies that more than two Board of Trustees members will attend two county COVID-19 webex meetings on November 12, 2020. No decisions or discussions are listed.

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Tue Nov 10, 2020

Liquor License Authority

✓ Decided: Liquor license transfer approved for Granby Ranch (4-0)

The Granby Liquor Licensing Authority Board approved the transfer of a liquor license from Granby Ranch Amenities, LLC to GP Granby Amenities Holdings, LLC, doing business as Granby Ranch. The decision followed a public hearing where evidence was presented on the applicant's moral character and the transfer's compliance with state law. Commissioner Tindle recused herself and abstained from all votes.

Tue Nov 10, 2020

Meeting

Granby trustees to review draft procurement policy at workshop

The Granby Board of Trustees will hold a workshop to review a draft Procurement Policy and a Glossary of Terms, prepared by the town attorney. The policy sets rules for how the town purchases goods and services, including approval thresholds and competitive bidding requirements. No formal decisions are expected, as workshops do not take minutes.

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Mon Nov 2, 2020

Planning Commission

Granby Planning Commission meeting cancelled

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 2, 2020, has been cancelled.

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Thu Oct 29, 2020

Meeting

Granby trustees hold budget workshop for 2020-10-29

The Granby Board of Trustees is holding a budget workshop on October 29, 2020, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM via Zoom. This is a working session to discuss the town budget; no minutes are taken during workshops. The agenda is procedural and contains no specific budget items or decisions.

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✓ Decided: Granby board holds budget workshop, no formal decisions made

The Granby Board of Trustees held a special budget workshop on October 29, 2020, via Zoom. The meeting was a workshop, and no minutes were taken during it, meaning no formal decisions were made. The draft budget was available on the town's website for public review.

Tue Oct 27, 2020

Meeting

✓ Decided: Board approves accounts payable, hears fire updates

The Granby Board of Trustees met via Zoom due to the East Troublesome Fire. They approved the consent agenda, which included accounts payable for October 27, 2020, with all members voting yes. The board also received updates on the fire response and the Grand Foundation, and heard a request from Patrick Brower to be included in the 2021 budget. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned into a budget workshop.

Tue Oct 13, 2020

Meeting

Town attorney defends ROSH covenant termination resolution

The Granby Board of Trustees is reviewing a legal memorandum from Town Attorney Scotty P. Krob addressing Trustee O'Flaherty's claim that the April 28, 2020 resolution terminating the Recreation Open Space and Housing Foundation (ROSH) covenant was insufficient. The memo argues the resolution was properly drafted and executed, and that both the Town and ROSH have taken the necessary steps to terminate the covenant. The item is for discussion, not a new decision.

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Tue Sep 22, 2020

Meeting

✓ Decided: Granby approves Granby Station development agreement and several ordinances

The Granby Board of Trustees approved a development agreement for Granby Station, requiring completion within 12 months and a bond for 115% of costs. They also approved ordinances for the Eagle Ridge final plat, a five-year lease to Grand Futures, nuisance code amendments, insurance renewal, and mayor/trustee qualifications. The consent agenda's minutes approval was postponed to the next meeting.

Tue Sep 8, 2020

Meeting

✓ Decided: Board approves firearms purchase program for police department

The Board of Trustees approved a firearms purchase program for the Police Department, a third amendment to the Granby/Sun water service agreement, contracts related to the Fraser River Diversion Project, a new public works position, and a storm sewer system repair. The Board also discussed but did not finalize changes to mayor residency requirements, and directed staff to send a notice of default to the new Granby Ranch owner. The Grand Elk General Improvement District discussed a payment plan for the sale of 12 Riverside lots but took no formal action.

Tue Sep 1, 2020

Planning Commission

Planning Commission holds public hearing on final plat for Village at Eagle Ridge

The Granby Planning Commission met to approve August 3, 2020 minutes and hold a public hearing on a specific subdivision. The primary decision item was a resolution recommending approval with conditions for the final plat of Minor Subdivision Lots 4G, 5G, and 6G, known as The Village at Eagle Ridge. Public comments were limited to three minutes per person during the hearing.

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Tue Aug 25, 2020

Meeting

✓ Decided: Board approves Eagle Ridge subdivision plat, ESCO fill agreement, parks committee, and more

The Granby Board of Trustees approved Ordinance 938 for the final minor subdivision plat for Lots 1G, 2G, 3G and Outlot 2 at The Village at Eagle Ridge. They approved an agreement with ESCO Construction Company to fill a water-holding pit, contingent on confirming the company's proper legal name. Ordinance 939 was passed to establish a Public Parks Committee. The board also approved an infill grant for Middle Park Health, Ordinance 940 for campaign finance complaint procedures, and Resolution 2020-08-25 appointing co-budget officers. A motion passed to require general topics for executive sessions on agendas and remove the placeholder.

Tue Aug 11, 2020

Meeting

Granby trustees hear staff reports on finances, liquor license, subdivisions

The Granby Board of Trustees is meeting for committee and staff reports, including updates from the town clerk, finance director, and other departments. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings listed. Notable items include a finalized liquor license background check, subdivision approvals, and financial updates.

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Mon Aug 3, 2020

Planning Commission

✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of Eagle Ridge subdivision plat

The Granby Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval with conditions of the final plat for minor subdivision Lots 1G, 2G, 3G and Outlot 2 at The Village at Eagle Ridge. The recommendation will go to the Board of Trustees on August 25, 2020. The commission also approved the June 1 and July 6, 2020 meeting minutes and agreed to move the next meeting to September 1, 2020.

Tue Jul 28, 2020

Meeting

✓ Decided: Granby approves Granby Station final plat with 17 conditions

The Board of Trustees approved Ordinance 837, the final plat for Granby Station, with 17 conditions, including removal of the stairway from the plat, a fee in lieu of one parking space, and an agreement for snow storage. They also approved Ordinance 836 for the Eagle Ridge minor subdivision plat, a cleaning contract with Mountain Mama Maid, an election contract, and appointed Trustee Tindle to the Planning Commission. The Board discussed but took no action on the Gallagher ballot item, bike track, and Kaibab fencing.

Tue Jul 14, 2020

Meeting

✓ Decided: Board renews vehicle storage permit, awards asphalt bid, backs dental project

The Granby Board of Trustees approved a five-year renewal of the conditional use permit for vehicle service/storage at 419 Jasper Avenue, awarded the 2020 asphalt milling, patching, and overlay project to Accord with negotiation to meet budget, and supported the Granby Dental development project with an infill grant, property tax rebate, and funding for specific improvements. The board also approved a subaward agreement with Trout Unlimited, a Chamber of Commerce MOU, and a resolution to coordinate the town election with the county clerk. Several items were discussed without final action, including a building cleaning contract and COVID-19 mask policy, with a special meeting scheduled for July 21.

Mon Jul 6, 2020

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review two subdivision plats

The Granby Planning Commission will hold two public hearings to consider recommending approval of final subdivision plats: one for Outlot 1 of The Village at Eagle Ridge and one for Granby Station. The commission will vote on resolutions to recommend approval, with the Granby Station plat including conditions. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes per hearing.

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Tue Jun 23, 2020

Meeting

Granby Board of Trustees meeting cancelled for June 23, 2020

The scheduled meeting for the Town of Granby Board of Trustees will not be held. The cancellation is due to the Grand County election occurring on June 23, 2020.

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Tue Jun 9, 2020

Meeting

✓ Decided: Board approves IGA for building services with Winter Park and Fraser

The Granby Board of Trustees approved Resolution 2020-06-09A, authorizing the mayor to execute an intergovernmental agreement for building division services with Winter Park and Fraser, despite concerns about liability and use tax oversight. The board also approved an amendment to the subdivision improvements agreement for O'Reilly Auto Parts, a lease renewal for Granby Playdays Preschool, and the purchase of mobile message boards for the police department. A resolution for final acceptance of stormwater improvements was postponed to the next agenda.

Mon Jun 1, 2020

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to vote on Granby Station preliminary plat

The Granby Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approving, with conditions, the preliminary subdivision plat for Granby Station. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from December 2, 2019, and any other business.

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Tue May 26, 2020

Meeting

Town board to discuss surety bonds for Granby Ranch filings in executive session

The Granby Board of Trustees is holding an executive session to receive legal advice from the town attorney regarding surety bonds on Granby Ranch Filings 6, 8, and 10. The board may take action on these bonds after the session. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

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Tue May 12, 2020

Meeting

Town Manager reports on COVID-19 operations and ongoing municipal projects

The Town Manager provided updates on staff operations during COVID-19 and the potential reopening of Town Hall. The report covers progress on various infrastructure, planning, and administrative items.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 2019 audit, museum lease, water relief resolution

The Granby Board of Trustees accepted the 2019 audited financial report, approved Ordinance 932 adding museums as a use by right in industrial and open zone districts, and approved Ordinance 933 approving a 30-year lease with the Moffat Railroad Museum, subject to revisions. The board also approved Resolution 2020-05-12B temporarily suspending water service disconnections and related fees due to COVID-19. A resolution regarding Granby Ranch road conditions was tabled for further discussion.

Mon May 4, 2020

Planning Commission

Granby Planning Commission meeting for May 4, 2020, has been cancelled.

The Town of Granby, Colorado, Planning Commission has cancelled its scheduled meeting for Monday, May 4, 2020. No agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed because the meeting will not take place.

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Tue Apr 28, 2020

Meeting

Granby trustees to hear committee and staff updates at April 28 meeting

The Granby Board of Trustees is meeting on April 28, 2020, at Town Hall. The agenda consists primarily of committee and staff reports, including updates from the town manager, mayor, and attorney. No resolutions, ordinances, or public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board approves ROSH Foundation dissolution resolution, abstaining mayor

The Board approved Resolution 2020-04-28 confirming the dissolution of the Recreation, Open Space and Housing Foundation and terminating related covenants, with Mayor Chavoustie abstaining. The Board tabled a request for relief on hospital water tap fees to revisit the fee schedule. A $10,000 down payment assistance request was approved, and the consent agenda (accounts payable and minutes) was passed. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were discussions only.

Tue Apr 14, 2020

Meeting

✓ Decided: Granby Board approves pickleball courts, ROSH dissolution, and emergency ordinance

The Granby Board of Trustees held a remote meeting due to COVID-19. They approved a bid for pickleball courts, approved the dissolution of the ROSH Foundation, passed an emergency ordinance requiring compliance with public health orders, and amended the electronic participation policy. They also approved the Public Arts Commission term change ordinance and appointed a new member.

Mon Apr 6, 2020

Planning Commission

Granby Planning Commission meeting cancelled

The Granby, Colorado Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, April 6, 2020, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

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Tue Mar 24, 2020

Meeting

Granby trustees to hear committee and staff updates at March 24 meeting

The Granby Board of Trustees is meeting on March 24, 2020, at Town Hall. The agenda consists solely of committee and staff reports, including updates from the town manager, mayor, and town attorney. No resolutions, ordinances, public hearings, or citizen requests are scheduled for this meeting.

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✓ Decided: Granby trustees reject dissolution of recreation, open space and housing foundation

The Granby Board of Trustees voted 3-2 (with the mayor abstaining) to deny Resolution 2020-03-24, which would have dissolved the Recreation, Open Space and Housing Foundation and terminated related covenants. The board also approved a pandemic illness policy, approved $50,000 in seed money for an emergency business fund, and continued the public works manual ordinance to May 26.

Thu Mar 19, 2020

Meeting

Granby trustees to vote on remote meeting policy amid COVID-19

The Granby Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss and adopt Resolution 2020-03-19, which would establish an electronic participation policy allowing board members to attend meetings remotely during emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic. The policy sets conditions for remote participation, including roll-call votes and public access. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Granby adopts electronic meeting policy for emergencies

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved Resolution 2020-03-19, adopting an electronic participation policy for emergency circumstances, allowing board meetings to be held via Zoom. The board also discussed offering a recreation department employee's services to the county for 32 hours per week, with potential FEMA reimbursement, but took no formal action on that matter.

Tue Mar 10, 2020

Meeting

Granby trustees hear staff reports; liquor licenses, subdivisions, finances updated

The Granby Board of Trustees is meeting for committee and staff updates, including reports from the town clerk, finance director, and various departments. The agenda is largely informational, with no votes or public hearings scheduled. Key topics include liquor license renewals, subdivision approvals, and financial status.

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✓ Decided: Board approves consent agenda, authorizes mayor to sign well waiver

The Granby Board of Trustees held a regular meeting with updates from the library, rodeo, and chamber of commerce. The board approved the consent agenda for accounts payable and authorized the mayor to sign off on a waiver for Sun's pond wells. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational.

Mon Mar 2, 2020

Planning Commission

Granby Planning Commission March 2 meeting cancelled

The Town of Granby Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, March 2, 2020, has been cancelled. No agenda items or decisions are available because the meeting did not take place.

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Tue Feb 25, 2020

Meeting

✓ Decided: Board approves land trust agreement for 739-acre conservation easement

The Board approved the Land Trust Memorandum of Agreement and application for a conservation easement on 739 acres, with a 4-2 vote. The agreement outlines a $2.985 million payment to the Town, with 30% as an in-kind donation. The Board also appointed seven members to the ROSH Board, continued the Public Works Manual ordinance to a future meeting, and approved an easement deed with the Granby Sanitation District.

Fri Feb 21, 2020

Meeting

Granby trustees to discuss open space, trails north of River Run

The Granby Board of Trustees is holding a public meeting to discuss open space and trail development on town-owned property north of River Run RV Resort. The discussion will cover habitat preservation, trail systems, and other open space ideas. The meeting is open to residents for input.

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Tue Feb 11, 2020

Meeting

✓ Decided: Granby approves Granby Station improvements agreement and street vacation

The Board unanimously approved an improvements agreement with Granby Station, LLC, and Ordinance No. 928 to vacate a portion of 4th Street while reserving a utility easement. The agreement requires the developer to regrade and resurface town property, add ADA-compliant ramps, and create four new parking spaces, including three ADA spaces. The Board also unanimously approved Ordinance No. 929 clarifying that timeshare units are treated as a single use regardless of the number of owners. The consent agenda was approved except for the January 14 and 28 meeting minutes, which were tabled for corrections.

Tue Jan 28, 2020

Meeting

Granby Board of Trustees meets for committee and staff updates only

The Town of Granby Board of Trustees is scheduled to hold a meeting on January 28, 2020, consisting solely of committee and staff reports. No consent agenda items, resolutions, ordinances, citizen requests, or public hearings are listed on the agenda. The session will feature updates from various department chairs and town officials.

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Tue Jan 14, 2020

Meeting

Workshop on Colorado Headwaters Land Trust with Jeremy Krones

The Granby Board of Trustees is holding a workshop meeting with Jeremy Krones of the Colorado Headwaters Land Trust. The agenda contains no other substantive items, only the workshop discussion.

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