Longmont meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Longmont council to weigh public safety tax options; boards review water, housing, arts items

No decisions have been finalized at Longmont's advisory boards and commissions over the past two weeks; all recent meetings were agenda-only, with minutes not yet published. The most consequential item on the horizon is the City Council's Aug. 25 vote on whether to refer a public safety tax increase to voters.

City Council

At its Aug. 11 regular session, the council considered introducing three alternative ordinances (O-2026-51, O-2026-52, O-2026-53) that would raise the city sales and use tax rate and property tax mills to fund public safety. Each option would refer the increase to voters in the Nov. 3, 2026 election:

• O-2026-51: Sales tax from 3.53% to 3.77% and property tax up to 4.06 mills
• O-2026-52: Sales tax from 3.53% to 3.82% and property tax up to 3.25 mills
• O-2026-53: Sales tax from 3.53% to 3.86% and property tax up to 2.44 mills

The council also held second readings and public hearings on an economic incentive agreement with Micron Technology, ranked-choice voting, council term staggering, and open space voter approval. It discussed a potential subsidy for composting services and heard an appeal of a denied setback variance at 1820 Juniper Street.

At the Aug. 25 regular session, the council is scheduled to vote on O-2026-53 (the 3.86% sales tax option), a trial short-term rental license for major regional events, and resolutions urging 'Yes' votes on a Boulder County property tax increase for child care, the city public safety tax, and a charter amendment requiring voter approval for open space sales.

Housing and Urban Renewal

The Longmont Housing Authority Board of Commissioners (Aug. 18) considered a resolution to issue multifamily housing revenue bonds and authorize carryforward allocation, discussed bad debt write-offs, and accepted a resignation as contracted property manager at Zinnia. The advisory board (Aug. 11) elected a chair and vice chair and discussed Briarwood Apartments.

The Longmont Urban Renewal Authority (Aug. 18) considered approving tax increment revenue agreements for the First and Main Urban Renewal Plan, including amendments with the City of Longmont and new agreements with Boulder County, Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District, and St. Vrain Valley School District.

Water, Energy, and Environment

The Water Board (Aug. 17) reviewed a proposed water right exchange agreement with the St. Vrain and Left Hand Water Conservancy District and heard a staff report on the 2026 Water Fair impact. The Sustainability Advisory Board (Aug. 19) heard an update from the Platte River Power Authority on its noncarbon energy and Integrated Resource Plan.

Boards and Commissions

Other meetings included:

• Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (Aug. 10): discussed bylaws update, drought water supply update, sheltering drill, and new recreation center status.
• Transportation Advisory Board (Aug. 10): reviewed bylaws, regional e-bike share launch, and RTD service changes.
• Library Board (Aug. 17): considered a Mosher Fund appropriation to relocate the library train display.
• Planning and Zoning Commission (Aug. 19): held a public hearing on a Recovery Cafe conditional use at 801 Main Street.
• Local Licensing Authority (Aug. 20): considered disciplinary action against 3's Bar for six alleged liquor violations; continued to a date to be determined.
• Art in Public Places Commission (Aug. 20) and Flag Redesign Selection Panel (Aug. 22): reviewed flag redesign submissions.

Coming up

• **City Council Regular Session** – Aug. 25, 2026: votes on public safety tax increase, short-term rental license, and ballot measure resolutions.
• **Virtual Neighborhood Meeting – Avis Car Rental** – Aug. 27, 2026, 6:00 PM MT: proposal to relocate to 206 S. Main St with rear vehicle storage.
• **Golf Course Advisory Board** – Aug. 24, 2026: cancelled.

Longmont boards and council weighed housing finance, tax increment deals, and ballot questions in late July

Several Longmont boards and commissions held meetings between July 20 and July 28, 2026. Minutes have not yet been published for any of these sessions, so the items below reflect what was scheduled on each agenda — not confirmed outcomes. Residents should watch for posted minutes to verify what was decided.

Housing Authority: Atwood Commons financing on the table

The Longmont Housing Authority Board of Commissioners held a special meeting July 21 at 8:00 PM in the City Council Study Session Room, 350 Kimbark St., to consider Resolution LHA-2026-15, which would authorize the issuance and sale of a multifamily note to finance the Atwood Commons project. The agenda listed Erica Mares-Moncada at (303) 651-8601 as the contact for special assistance.

Urban Renewal Authority: Tax Increment Revenue Agreements

The Longmont Urban Renewal Authority Board met July 21 to consider three Tax Increment Revenue Agreements. Two related to the First and Main Urban Renewal Plan — one with the City of Longmont and one with the St. Vrain Left Hand Conservancy District. A third agreement covered the Twin Peaks Mall Urban Renewal Plan with the St. Vrain Left Hand Conservancy District. The board was also scheduled to discuss a letter of support for Front Range Passenger Rail.

City Council: Ballot questions and budget items

The City Council Regular Session on July 28 included several proposed ballot questions for the November 3, 2026 election: O-2026-46 and O-2026-47 covering ranked choice voting and council seat re-staggering, and O-2026-48 to require voter approval for the sale of open space lands. The agenda also listed O-2026-45, an ordinance to amend an economic incentive agreement with Micron Technology, Inc.; R-2026-43, a resolution establishing an expedited review process for affordable housing projects; and O-2026-43 and O-2026-44, second readings of ordinances for additional fiscal year 2026 appropriations.

Planning and Zoning: Bicycle parking code and urban renewal discussion

The Planning and Zoning Commission met July 22 to review proposed amendments to Land Development Code Section 15.05.080.J regarding bicycle parking (PZR 2026-14B) and to discuss the 1st and Main Urban Renewal Plan Area.

Local Licensing Authority: License transfers and special event permit

On July 23, the Local Licensing Authority was scheduled to hear a request to transfer Hotel and Restaurant License #03-13184 to Quadrant Longmont LLC, dba Garden Grill and Bar at 470 S. Martin St. The agenda also included a hearing for a new Beer and Wine License for Tingus Restaurant Group LLC, dba Slice House at 725 Harvest Moon Drive, Suite A, and approval of a Special Event Permit for the Longmont Community Foundation on 4th Avenue between Main St and Kimbark St on August 28–30 from 4 PM to 8 PM.

Town Hall: Airport noise

The City hosted a public presentation July 27 at the Longmont Museum, 400 Quail Rd., on the legal limitations of regulating noise at Vance Brand Municipal Airport, 229 Airport Road. John Putnam from the law firm Kaplan Kirsch gave the presentation, which ran from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Attendees could submit questions in person or virtually.

Water Board and Library Board: Elections and bylaws

Both the Water Board and the Library Advisory Board met July 20. The Water Board agenda included election of a Chair and Vice Chair, verbal updates on leak monitoring for Right-of-Way Irrigation and Parks Irrigation and Large Meter leaks, and a review of bylaws. The Library Advisory Board agenda included approval of June 15, 2026 minutes, board member elections, a review of bylaws and Sunshine Law, a Library Director report, and upcoming events including a Lincoln Hills presentation and an Energy Works workshop.

Coming up

• **August 4 — City Council Study Session:** Discussion of Sundance Film Festival Longmont impacts, a public, educational, and government video services contract, and presentations from Front Range Community College summer interns.
• **August 6 — Historic Preservation Commission:** Public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness for 436 Pratt Street at City Council Chambers. All other agenda items are procedural or administrative.

Longmont roundup: City Council weighed YMCA purchase, airport vision; housing and transportation boards met

Longmont's boards and City Council held a busy stretch of meetings July 7–16, with agendas covering property purchases, affordable housing funding, airport planning, and bike parking rules. Minutes have not yet been published for any of these sessions, so the items below reflect what was scheduled for discussion or action — not confirmed outcomes.

City Council Regular Session (July 14)

The City Council's regular session carried the heaviest agenda of the period. Council was scheduled to consider authorizing a purchase and sale agreement for the YMCA property and to decide between two options for amending the Dickens Farm Nature Area conservation easement.

Additional items on the agenda included approval of additional appropriations for FY 2026, authorization of an intergovernmental agreement for distributed energy resources, and approval of FAA grants for taxilane reconstruction at Vance Brand Airport.

Earlier the same evening, council held a pre-session to discuss the vision for the Longmont Airport.

Housing and Human Services Advisory Board (July 9)

The board was scheduled to vote on a two-tier eligibility scoring system for 2027 agency applications, with three cutoff options under consideration: 98, 91, and 84.

The agenda also included an update on the Inclusionary Housing Fee-in-Lieu methodology, which currently sets fees at $13.50 per square foot for for-sale housing and $5.93 per square foot for rental housing. Other items listed were a $2.6 million affordable housing fund proposal, a $2.8 million Boulder County Habitat for Humanity project for 161 households, and a General Fund request to fund an in-house navigation position and set a $10,000 minimum grant.

A separate orientation and onboarding session for newly appointed board members was also held July 9.

Longmont Housing Authority Advisory Board (July 14)

The LHA Advisory Board was scheduled to approve minutes from its June 9, 2026 meeting and discuss the Atwood Commons bond issuance. The agenda also included an occupancy report and property updates, public health and safety updates, and an update on operations.

Transportation Advisory Board (July 13)

The board welcomed a new member, conducted onboarding, and elected a chair. Members were set to review proposed language for a short-term bike parking pedestrian zone request (PZR) and discuss next steps. Staff updates covered the Summer Bike-to-Work Day, regional e-bike share progress, and the Commuting Solutions Sustainable Transportation Summit.

Sustainability Advisory Board (July 15)

The board was scheduled to receive an update on the Whole Home Health Program from Adam Sanderson and review the annual SAB workplan with Lisa Knoblauch.

Art in Public Places Commission (July 16)

The commission reviewed updates on the Kimbark mural and the Flag Project, including submission training. Officer appointments and an administrative report were also on the agenda.

City Council Open Forum (July 7)

Council held an open forum where members of the public could speak for five minutes on any topic. No decisions or formal discussions were scheduled.

Coming up

• **July 20 — Water Board:** Election of chair and vice chair, verbal updates on leak monitoring, and bylaws review.
• **July 20 — Library Board:** Board member elections, bylaws review, and discussion of upcoming events including a Lincoln Hills presentation and Energy Works workshop.
• **July 21 — Longmont Urban Renewal Authority:** Vote on three Tax Increment Revenue Agreements for the First and Main and Twin Peaks Mall Urban Renewal Plans, plus a letter of support for Front Range Passenger Rail.
• **July 21 — LHA Board of Commissioners (special meeting):** Resolution LHA-2026-15 authorizing issuance and sale of a multifamily note to finance the Atwood Commons project. Meeting at 8:00 PM, City Council Study Session Room, 350 Kimbark St.
• **July 22 — Planning and Zoning Commission:** Review of Land Development Code amendments regarding bicycle parking (PZR 2026-14B) and discussion of the 1st and Main Urban Renewal Plan Area.
• **July 23 — Local Licensing Authority:** Hearings on a hotel and restaurant license transfer to Quadrant Longmont LLC (470 S. Martin St) and a new beer and wine license for Tingus Restaurant Group (725 Harvest Moon Drive, Suite A), plus a special event permit for the Longmont Community Foundation on 4th Avenue, August 28–30.
• **July 27 — Town Hall: Airport Noise:** Public presentation on legal limitations of regulating noise at Vance Brand Municipal Airport, featuring John Putnam of Kaplan Kirsch. Longmont Museum, 400 Quail Rd., 5:30–7:30 PM.

Longmont City Council set to vote on YMCA property purchase July 14; recent board meetings await minutes

The most consequential item on the Longmont government calendar this week is the July 14 City Council Regular Session, where council will consider authorizing the purchase of the YMCA property and deciding between two options for amending the Dickens Farm Nature Area conservation easement. Council will also vote on additional appropriations for FY 2026, an intergovernmental agreement for distributed energy resources, and FAA grants for taxilane reconstruction at Vance Brand Airport.

All five meetings held in the past two weeks are listed as agenda-only, with minutes not yet published. No outcomes, votes, or decisions from those meetings are confirmed in the available record.

Housing and Human Services Advisory Board (July 9)

The Housing and Human Services Advisory Board was scheduled to vote on a two-tier eligibility scoring system for 2027 agency applications, with three cutoff options under review: 98, 91, and 84. The agenda also included an update on the Inclusionary Housing Fee-in-Lieu methodology, which currently sets fees at $13.50 per square foot for for-sale housing and $5.93 per square foot for rental housing.

Additional items on the agenda were a $2.6 million affordable housing fund proposal, a $2.8 million Boulder County Habitat for Humanity project serving 161 households, and a request for General Fund support to fund an in-house navigation position and set a $10,000 minimum grant. Whether any of these items were approved is not yet confirmed because minutes have not been published.

Other recent meetings

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board met July 1 to discuss upcoming August 11 presentations to City Council, participation in the Unity in the Community event on August 28, 2026, senior survey question outcomes, the City Outreach Committee's Experience Village on Main presentation, and the status of by-law changes submitted to the City Attorney.

The Historic Preservation Commission held a July 2 public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness for a garage at 545 Collyer Street. The remainder of that agenda was procedural.

City Council held an open forum on July 7 for public comment, with members of the public allotted five minutes each on any topic. No decisions or formal discussions were scheduled.

Also on July 9, a New Board Orientation and Onboarding session was held for newly appointed members of the Housing and Human Services Advisory Board. No policy decisions or votes were scheduled.

Coming up

• **July 13 — Transportation Advisory Board:** The board will welcome a new member, elect a chair, and review proposed language for a short-term bike parking pedestrian zone request (PZR). Staff will provide updates on Summer Bike-to-Work Day, regional e-bike share progress, and the Commuting Solutions Sustainable Transportation Summit. Public comments may be submitted by email before the meeting.
• **July 14 — City Council Pre-Session:** Council will discuss the vision for the Longmont Airport at 6:00 PM in the City Council Study Session Room.
• **July 14 — City Council Regular Session:** Votes scheduled on the YMCA property purchase, Dickens Farm Nature Area conservation easement amendment, FY 2026 additional appropriations, distributed energy resources intergovernmental agreement, and FAA grants for Vance Brand Airport taxilane reconstruction.
• **July 14 — Longmont Housing Authority Advisory Board:** The board will discuss the Atwood Commons bond issuance, review an occupancy report and property updates, and receive public health and safety updates.
• **July 15 — Sustainability Advisory Board:** The board will receive a Whole Home Health Program update from Adam Sanderson and review the annual SAB workplan with Lisa Knoblauch.
• **July 16 — Art in Public Places Commission:** The commission will review updates on the Kimbark mural and the Flag Project, conduct officer appointments, and hear administrative reports.