Basalt meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Basalt Council to Weigh Sales Tax, Housing, and Mixed-Use Projects

The Basalt Town Council will take up several major items at its Aug. 25 meeting, including a proposed 0.5% sales tax increase for the November ballot, financing for six housing units, and a mixed-use development at 555 Basalt Avenue. No decisions have been made yet; the items are on second reading and will be subject to public hearings.

Town Council (Aug. 25)

The council will hold public hearings and second readings on:

• **Ordinance No. 18** – a mixed-use development at 555 Basalt Avenue, along with a resolution to amend the 2020 Master Plan Future Land Use Map for that property.
• **Ordinance No. 19** – the Jadwin/Black Mountain development at 431 Emma Road, which includes 64 dwelling units, 12 short-term rental cabins, and town annexation.
• **Ordinance No. 20** – referral of a 0.5% sales tax increase to voters in the Nov. 3, 2026 coordinated election.
• **Ordinance No. 21** – authorizing financing for acquisition of real property, including six housing units and capital improvements.

The council will also consider a resolution for a sketch plan for the Basalt Public Services Building and receive a second-quarter financial report.

Recent meetings (agenda only, no decisions)

All meetings held in the past two weeks were agenda-only; minutes have not yet been published. No final votes or decisions have been made.

Green Team (Aug. 10)

The Green Team heard a budget overview from Finance Director Doug Pattison, received an update from Town Manager Gloria Kaasch-Buerger on a planned Town facility, and discussed the Building Benchmarking Program’s progress and a phased approach starting in 2027. The team also reviewed 2027 workplan items.

Town Council (Aug. 11)

The council held first readings on several ordinances, including the 0.5% sales tax measure (Ordinance No. 20), financing for housing and capital assets (Ordinance No. 21), and a mixed-use development at 555 Basalt Avenue (Ordinance No. 18). It also considered a second reading of a PUD amendment for 739 Hillcrest Drive (Ordinance No. 15) and a resolution to fund a deed restriction at 405 Park Avenue, Unit B-5 with Eagle County (Resolution No. 33).

POST Committee (Aug. 12)

The Parks, Open Space and Trails Committee received an update on the Basalt Public Services Building and discussed future meetings with Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers, Roaring Fork Horse Council, and Roaring Fork Mountain Bike Association.

BACH (Aug. 13)

The Basalt Affordable Community Housing Commission discussed rental rates for six newly purchased deed-restricted units at BCC and the second Stott’s Mill duplex. Staff proposed renting BCC units at Category 1 rates: studios $1,824, one-bedroom $1,955, two-bedroom $2,235. The Stott’s Mill duplex would rent at Category 2 rates of $3,144 per month. The commission also heard an update on a proposed $25 million police and public works facility, with $7 million from reserves and up to $18 million in financing. Potential sales tax rate increases were discussed: police from 8.45% to 8.95%, and total from 9.55% to 10.05%.

Planning and Zoning (Aug. 18)

The P&Z meeting was cancelled; no items were on the agenda.

Finance Committee (Aug. 19)

The Finance Advisory Board reviewed Ordinance 21, Series 2026, which authorizes Certificates of Participation (COP) financing for six condominium units at 140 Basalt Center Circle, with a maximum principal of $2,550,000 and maximum repayment of $3,600,000. The board also reviewed a sales tax update showing May 2026 year-to-date collections of $4,223,731, up 2.43% from the prior year, and the second-quarter financial report.

Coming up

The next Town Council meeting is scheduled for Aug. 25 at 6 p.m. at Basalt Town Hall, 101 Midland Avenue. The public is invited to attend and comment during public hearings on the items listed above.

Basalt council weighs sales tax ballot measure, housing financing as no decisions yet published

Basalt's town boards met over the past two weeks on a range of proposals, but no final decisions have been published yet — all recent meeting minutes are pending. The most consequential item on the table was the Town Council's consideration of a 0.5% sales tax increase for the November ballot, along with financing for six housing units and a major mixed-use development.

Town Council

The council met Aug. 11 and held public hearings and first readings on several ordinances, according to the agenda. No votes or outcomes are available because minutes have not been published.

• **Ordinance No. 20** would refer a 0.5% sales tax increase to voters in November.
• **Ordinance No. 21** would authorize financing for the acquisition of six housing units and capital assets.
• **Ordinance No. 18** covers a mixed-use development at 555 Basalt Avenue (continued public hearing, first reading).
• **Ordinance No. 15** is a PUD amendment to allow 5,474 total square feet at 739 Hillcrest Drive (second reading).
• **Resolution No. 33** would approve a deed restriction purchase at 405 Park Avenue, Unit B-5 with Eagle County.

The consent agenda included continuing a public hearing for the Jadwin/Black Mountain development and adopting a council charter.

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission met Aug. 4 for a continued public hearing on a Planned Unit Development amendment for a 93-key Residence Inn by Marriott hotel at 218 E Valley Road. The applicant proposes three deed-restricted housing units (457 SF, 553 SF, 643 SF), a 16.9% reduction in required parking, and an amendment to maximum building height to 34 feet (from 35 feet). The commission was to consider staff and applicant comments, public input, and potential motions before making a recommendation to the Town Council. No decision has been published.

Housing and Facilities

The Basalt Affordable Community Housing Commission (BACH) met Aug. 13 to discuss rental rates for six newly purchased deed-restricted units at BCC and the second Stott's Mill duplex. Staff proposed renting all BCC units at Category 1 rates to town employees: studios at $1,824, one-bedrooms at $1,955, and two-bedrooms at $2,235. The Stott's Mill duplex would rent at Category 2 rates: $3,144/month for a three-bedroom. The commission also received an update on a proposed new Public Services Facility estimated at $25 million, with $7 million from reserves and up to $18 million in financing. A potential sales tax rate increase was discussed: police from 8.45% to 8.95%, and total from 9.55% to 10.05%.

Other meetings

The Green Team met Aug. 10 to hear a budget overview from Finance Director Doug Pattison, receive an update on a planned Town facility from Town Manager Gloria Kaasch-Buerger, and discuss the Building Benchmarking Program's phased approach for 2027. The Parks, Open Space and Trails (POST) Committee met Aug. 12 to receive an update on the Basalt Public Services Building and discuss future collaborations with Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers, Roaring Fork Horse Council, and Roaring Fork Mountain Bike Association. The Basalt Public Arts Commission (BPAC) meeting scheduled for Aug. 6 was cancelled.

Coming up

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Aug. 18 is cancelled — no items are on the agenda.

The Finance Advisory Board meets Aug. 19 to review Ordinance 21, Series 2026, which authorizes Certificates of Participation (COP) financing for six housing units at 140 Basalt Center Circle, with a maximum principal of $2,550,000 and maximum repayment of $3,600,000. The board will also review a sales tax update (May 2026 year-to-date collections were $4,223,731, up 2.43% from the prior year), the second quarter financial report, and a funding stack update for the Parcel 9 project.

Basalt Council to weigh sales tax, housing financing, and mixed-use development

The Basalt Town Council will consider a 0.5% sales tax increase for the November ballot, financing for six housing units, and a mixed-use development at its Aug. 11 meeting. No decisions were made in the past two weeks; all recent meetings were agenda-only or cancelled.

Town Council to weigh sales tax, housing financing, and developments (Aug. 11)

The council will hold public hearings and first readings on several ordinances. Ordinance No. 20 would refer a 0.5% sales tax increase to voters in November. Ordinance No. 21 would authorize financing for the acquisition of six housing units and capital assets. Ordinance No. 18 covers a mixed-use development at 555 Basalt Avenue (continued public hearing, first reading). Ordinance No. 15 is a second reading of a PUD amendment to allow 5,474 total square feet at 739 Hillcrest Drive. Resolution No. 33 would approve a deed restriction purchase at 405 Park Avenue, Unit B-5 with Eagle County. The consent agenda includes continuing the public hearing for the Jadwin/Black Mountain development and adopting a council charter.

Recent meetings: agendas only, no decisions

The Town Council met July 28 with an agenda that included a first reading of the Jadwin/Black Mountain development at 431 Emma Road (64 dwelling units and 12 short-term rental cabins, with annexation and zoning), a contract to reconstruct the Duroux Park boat ramp, second readings to annex and zone town-owned land at 20526 Highway 82, and a presentation on the Final Housing Needs Assessment. The Planning and Zoning Commission met Aug. 4 for a continued public hearing on a 93-key Residence Inn by Marriott hotel at 218 E Valley Road, with three deed-restricted housing units (457 SF, 553 SF, 643 SF), a parking reduction request (16.9% reduction), and a height amendment to 34 feet (from 35 feet). The Basalt Public Arts Commission meeting scheduled for Aug. 6 was cancelled; the next meeting is Sept. 3.

Other upcoming meetings

The Green Team meets Aug. 10 to hear a budget overview from Finance Director Doug Pattison, receive an update from Town Manager Gloria Kaasch-Buerger on a planned Town facility, discuss the Building Benchmarking Program's progress and a phased approach for 2027, and set priorities for the 2027 workplan.

The Parks, Open Space and Trails (POST) Committee meets Aug. 12 to receive an update on the Basalt Public Services Building project and discuss future collaborations with Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers, Roaring Fork Horse Council, and Roaring Fork Mountain Bike Association.

The Basalt Affordable Community Housing Commission meets Aug. 13 to set rents for six newly purchased deed-restricted units at BCC and the second Stott's Mill duplex. Staff propose renting BCC units at Category 1 rates (studios $1,824, 1-bedroom $1,955, 2-bedroom $2,235) and the Stott's Mill duplex at Category 2 rates ($3,144/month for 3-bedroom). The commission will also receive an update on a proposed $25M police and public works facility, with $7M from reserves and up to $18M financing, and a potential sales tax rate increase (police from 8.45% to 8.95%, total from 9.55% to 10.05%).

Coming up

• **Green Team** – Aug. 10, budget overview and 2027 workplan
• **Town Council** – Aug. 11, sales tax ballot measure, housing financing, mixed-use development
• **POST Committee** – Aug. 12, Public Services Building update and outdoor group collaborations
• **BACH** – Aug. 13, rent setting for new units and facility update

Basalt council set to weigh 64-unit Jadwin development; planning commission takes up 93-key hotel proposal

Basalt's recent meeting cycle was light on finalized decisions, with several committee meetings cancelled and most consequential items still pending on agendas whose minutes have not yet been published. The most significant items on the calendar are a 64-unit development proposal before Town Council and a 93-key hotel proposal heading to the Planning and Zoning Commission.

Town Council — July 28

The Basalt Town Council agenda included several notable items, though minutes have not yet been published and outcomes are not confirmed:

• **Ordinance No. 19 (First Reading):** A proposal for the Jadwin/Black Mountain development at 431 Emma Road, comprising 64 dwelling units and 12 short-term rental cabins, along with annexation and initial zoning.
• **Resolution No. 30:** A contract to reconstruct the Duroux Park boat ramp.
• **Ordinance No. 16 (Second Reading):** Annexation of municipally-owned land at 20526 Highway 82.
• **Ordinance No. 17 (Second Reading):** Zoning of the annexed land at 20526 Highway 82.
• **Presentation:** Final Housing Needs Assessment.
• The council was also scheduled to enter executive session for legal advice on litigation matters.

Because only the agenda is available, vote tallies and final actions cannot be reported here.

Town Council Retreat — July 21

The council held a retreat at the CMC Spring Valley Campus, 3000 Co Rd 114, Glenwood Springs, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The agenda listed only a call to order and adjournment, with no specific items for discussion or decision.

Planning and Zoning Commission — July 21

The public hearing on 218 E. Valley Road, known as the Movieland Property, was continued to August 4, 2026. No other agenda items were listed.

Cancelled Meetings

• **Parks, Open Space and Trails (POST) Committee** — July 22 meeting cancelled.
• **Basalt Affordable Community Housing (BACH)** — July 23 meeting cancelled. The meeting had been scheduled by teleconference through the Basalt Planning Department at 99 Midland Avenue.

Coming Up

• **Aug. 4 — Planning and Zoning Commission:** Continued public hearing on a Planned Unit Development amendment for a 93-key Residence Inn by Marriott hotel at 218 E. Valley Road. The applicant proposes three deed-restricted housing units (457 SF, 553 SF, and 643 SF), a parking reduction request of 16.9%, and an amendment to maximum building height to 34 feet (from 35 feet). The commission may make a recommendation to Town Council.
• **Aug. 6 — Basalt Public Arts Commission (BPAC):** Meeting cancelled. Next meeting set for September 3, 2026.
• **Aug. 12 — Parks, Open Space and Trails (POST) Committee:** Update on the Basalt Public Services Building project, plus discussion of future meetings with Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers, Roaring Fork Horse Council, and Roaring Fork Mountain Bike Association.

Residents seeking confirmed outcomes from the July 28 Town Council meeting should watch for published minutes from the Town of Basalt.

Basalt boards weigh major hotel, housing proposals; council takes up land-use ordinances

Basalt's advisory boards and Town Council turned their attention this month to large development proposals and land-use ordinances, though minutes from the recent meetings have not yet been published, meaning no outcomes can be confirmed from the available records.

Planning & Zoning: Hotel and residential hearings

The Planning and Zoning Commission was scheduled July 7 to continue two public hearings on major developments. The first involves a 93-key Residence Inn by Marriott hotel with three deed-restricted rental units at 218 E. Valley Road, the former Movieland site. The second is a 64-unit residential project with 12 commercial lodging cabins at 431 Emma Road, identified as the Jadwin/Black Mountain property.

Both items involve annexation amendments and PUD modifications. A site visit to the Movieland property was set for 5:00 PM ahead of the meeting. Because minutes have not been published, no decisions or vote tallies are available.

Town Council: Ordinances and executive session

Basalt Town Council was scheduled July 14 for a special executive session on potential open space property acquisition, followed by a regular meeting with multiple land-use ordinances:

• **Ordinance No. 18:** Mixed-use development at 555 Basalt Avenue.
• **Ordinance No. 13:** Sixteen residential units on Parcel 9, Sopris Meadows Subdivision/PUD.
• **Ordinance No. 14:** Vacating a waterline easement and approving a license agreement at 142 Swinging Bridge Lane.
• **Ordinance No. 15:** PUD amendment for square footage at 739 Hillcrest Drive.
• **Ordinance No. 16 & 17:** Annexation and zoning of municipal land at 20526 Highway 82.

Minutes have not been published, so it is not yet known which ordinances were adopted, tabled, or continued.

Parks, Open Space and Trails

The POST Committee was scheduled to meet July 8 via teleconference for updates on Cliff's Hillside Park and the Town Arborist. The agenda included an introduction by Sam Daniel and member comments. Minutes are not yet available.

BACH meeting cancelled

The Basalt Affordable Community Housing committee meeting scheduled for July 9 was cancelled.

Coming up

• **July 21 — P&Z:** The public hearing on 218 E. Valley Road (Movieland Property) has been continued to August 4, 2026. No other agenda items are listed for the July 21 meeting.
• **July 21 — Town Council:** Council will hold a retreat from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the CMC Spring Valley Campus, 3000 Co Rd 114, Glenwood Springs. The agenda lists only call to order and adjournment.
• **July 22 — POST:** The Parks, Open Space and Trails Committee meeting has been cancelled.
• **July 23 — BACH:** The Basalt Affordable Community Housing meeting has been cancelled.

Basalt boards weigh hotel, housing, and public art; no outcomes yet recorded

Over the past two weeks, Basalt advisory bodies took up a 93-key hotel proposal, a 64-unit residential project, and a $100,000 public art plan. Minutes have not yet been published for any of the recent meetings, so no votes or decisions can be confirmed from the available record.

Public Arts Commission: $100,000 roundabout sculpture proposal

The Basalt Public Arts Commission met July 2 to review a draft Request for Proposals for a permanent sculpture at the Willits Town Center roundabout, with a budget up to $100,000. The agenda also listed an overview of 2026 BPAC Grant awards to date, discussion of title plaques for sculptures consigned in Willits Town Center, planning for an interactive public art map, and discussion of a mural at the BCC Building (The Midland Residences). Because only the agenda is available, the commission's feedback on the draft RFP and other items is not yet recorded.

Planning & Zoning: Hotel and housing hearings continued

The Planning and Zoning Commission met July 7 to continue two public hearings on major developments. The first involves a 93-key Residence Inn by Marriott hotel with three deed-restricted rental units at 218 E. Valley Road, the former Movieland site. The second is a 64-unit residential project with 12 commercial lodging cabins at 431 Emma Road, identified as the Jadwin/Black Mountain property. The agenda also listed annexation amendments and PUD modifications for both projects, a 5:00 PM site visit to the Movieland property, and public comment periods for both hearings. No minutes are available, so any actions taken on the hearings cannot be confirmed.

Parks, Open Space and Trails Committee

The POST Committee met July 8 via teleconference to receive updates on Cliff's Hillside Park and the Town Arborist. The agenda included an introduction by Sam Daniel and member comments. No minutes have been published.

BACH meeting cancelled

The Basalt Affordable Community Housing (BACH) committee meeting scheduled for July 9 was cancelled. No items were listed.

Coming up

Basalt Town Council meets July 14 with a full land-use agenda. A special executive session is scheduled to discuss potential open space property acquisition. The regular meeting includes Ordinance No. 18, a mixed-use development at 555 Basalt Avenue; Ordinance No. 14, vacating a waterline easement and approving a license agreement at 142 Swinging Bridge Lane; Ordinance No. 13, sixteen residential units on Parcel 9 of the Sopris Meadows Subdivision/PUD; Ordinance No. 15, a PUD amendment for square footage at 739 Hillcrest Drive; and Ordinance Nos. 16 and 17, annexation and zoning of municipal land at 20526 Highway 82. Residents interested in development, open space, and annexation questions may want to attend.

Basalt Council Tackles Transit Funding, Development Hearings; P&Z Set for Major Hotel Review

Basalt's Town Council convened June 23 for a work session and regular meeting covering transit funding, development hearings, and infrastructure items. Minutes from that meeting and three other recent sessions have not yet been published, so outcomes are not yet confirmed in the public record.

Town Council — June 23

The Council held a work session on future funding for the Basalt Connect microtransit service, which faces a $19,484 cost increase and reduced grants in 2027.

The regular meeting agenda included consent items such as change orders for Phase I of the Confluence Park Safe Routes to School project, and a letter of support for Pitkin Broadband.

Council was scheduled to continue a public hearing on a proposed development at 555 Basalt Avenue that includes 54 commercial storage units and 47 residential units. The agenda also listed a first reading of an ordinance to vacate a waterline easement at 142 Swinging Bridge Lane, and interviews for an appointment to the Parks, Open Space, Trails (POST) committee.

Because minutes have not been published, no vote tallies or decisions from this meeting are available in the record.

POST Committee — June 24

The POST Committee meeting scheduled for June 24 was canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

BACH — June 25

The Basalt Affordable Community Housing (BACH) meeting scheduled for June 25 at the Basalt Planning Department on Midland Avenue was cancelled.

Public Arts Commission — July 2

The Basalt Public Arts Commission (BPAC) met July 2 to review a draft Request for Proposals for a permanent sculpture at the Willits Town Center roundabout, with a budget of up to $100,000.

The agenda also included an overview of 2026 BPAC grant awards to date, discussion of title plaques for sculptures consigned in Willits Town Center, planning for an interactive public art map, and discussion of a mural at the BCC Building (The Midland Residences). Minutes from this meeting have not yet been published.

Coming Up

P&Z Commission — Tuesday, July 7: The Planning and Zoning Commission will continue two public hearings on major developments. The first is a proposed 93-key Residence Inn by Marriott hotel with three deed-restricted rental units at 218 E. Valley Road, the former Movieland site. The second is a 64-unit residential project with 12 commercial lodging cabins at 431 Emma Road, known as the Jadwin/Black Mountain property. Both hearings include annexation amendments and PUD modifications. A site visit to the Movieland property is scheduled for 5:00 p.m., with public comment periods for both hearings.

BACH — Thursday, July 9: The Basalt Affordable Community Housing meeting is cancelled.

Basalt Council reviews microtransit funding gap as major development hearings approach

In a week of cancellations and agenda-only sessions, Basalt’s Town Council focused on a looming funding shortfall for its microtransit service while planning officials prepared to hear two significant development proposals. No meeting minutes have been released for the recent gatherings, leaving the outcomes of several discussions uncertain.

Town Council work session and regular meeting

During its June 23 meeting, the council held a work session on the future of Basalt Connect. Staff presented projections showing a $19,484 cost increase and reduced grant revenue for 2027. The conversation centered on options to close the gap, but no formal action was scheduled.

The regular session agenda included consent items such as change orders for Phase I of the Confluence Park Safe Routes to School project and a letter of support for Pitkin Broadband. Council continued a public hearing for a proposed development at 555 Basalt Avenue, which calls for 54 storage units and 47 residential units. A first reading was held on an ordinance to vacate a waterline easement at 142 Swinging Bridge Lane. Additionally, the agenda listed interviews for an open seat on the Parks, Open Space, Trails (POST) committee, with the council expected to fill the vacancy that evening.

Canceled meetings

The POST committee meeting scheduled for June 24 and the Basalt Affordable Community Housing (BACH) meeting set for June 25 were both canceled without public explanation.

Arts commission roundabout sculpture plan

The Basalt Public Arts Commission met July 2 to review a draft request for proposals for a permanent sculpture at the Willits Town Center roundabout, which has a budget cap of $100,000. The commission also discussed 2026 grant awards to date, title plaques for consigned sculptures in the area, an interactive public art map, and a mural proposal for the BCC Building (The Midland Residences).

Coming up

The Planning and Zoning Commission on July 7 will continue public hearings on two major projects:

• A 93-key Residence Inn by Marriott hotel with three deed-restricted affordable rental units at 218 E. Valley Road, the former Movieland site.
• A 64-unit residential development combined with 12 commercial lodging cabins at 431 Emma Road, also known as the Jadwin/Black Mountain proposal.

Both items involve annexation amendments and planned-unit development modifications. A site visit to the Movieland property is scheduled for 5 p.m. before the hearings, and public comment periods will be open.

The BACH meeting planned for July 9 has been canceled.