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City Council – City Council Study Session
Tomorrow at 6:30pm
4 Agenda Items
Virtual and In-Person
Public's Right to Speak
Item No. 1 - MEMO - Contractor Licensing
• Open for comment
The City of Wheat Ridge manages contractor licensing through both the Public Works and Community Development Departments. Contractors who complete work in the City’s rights-of-way obtain a municipal contractor license through Public Works. Contractors who complete work on private property obtain a building contractor license through the Building Division. Staff from both departments are working on the implementation of the new OpenGov software which will streamline permitting and licensing. In preparation for these changes, staff has identified a need to simplify the contractor licensing framework. The purpose of the October 7 study session is to seek Council concurrence on related code amendments and fee changes for building and municipal contractors.
Item No. 2 - MEMO - Lutheran Legacy Zoning Requirements
• Open for comment
On May 13, 2024, City Council passed Resolution 26-2024 in support of initiating a legislative zone change for the Lutheran Legacy Campus. The legislative zone change will be based on the Lutheran Legacy Campus Master Plan, adopted by City Council on October 25, 2021, through creation of a new mixed use zone district specifically for the campus. Staff presented a draft zoning framework to City Council on July 15, 2024, and Council gave consensus to proceed with the zoning framework presented, which will follow the recommendations of the Master Plan. Council also gave additional directions on some topics that were not specified in the Master Plan, such as signage and permitted uses. Staff presented the same zoning framework to Planning Commission on August 15, 2024, with some additional details based on the proposed ballot question language. On September 17, staff presented some details of the proposed zoning rules at the City Plan open house. This meeting also served as the required neighborhood meeting for the legislative zone change. Owners and occupants within 1000 feet of the property were invited; over 1700 postcards were mailed. The public was also invited to comment specifically about the zoning through an online form on What’s Up Wheat Ridge from September 3 to 17.
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Item No. 3 - MEMO - 2024 Budget Update
• Open for comment
In this document, we present a financial update on the 2024 Fiscal Year so that the City’s decisionmakers can enter the 2025 budget process informed as to the current financial picture. This update is required per sec. 10.11 of the City’s Charter. The focus of this update is the City’s General Fund operating budget.
Past Meetings
Planning Commission – Regular Meeting
Thu, Oct 3, 2024 at 6:30pm
2 Agenda Items
Virtual and in-person. Click for more information.
City Plan Update
Pending
This is the third of four updates to the Planning Commission for the City Plan. This will include a presentation where the project team provides an overview of the project and a summary of input thus far. This item will also include a presentation and discussion of new content, including a Place Type framework and a Mobility framework.
Public Forum (Comments NOT Related to Agenda Items)
Members of the public may comment here on any matter *NOT* appearing on the meeting agenda. To comment on an agenda item, please select the respective agenda item and comment on that page.
City Council – City Council Meeting
Mon, Sep 23, 2024 at 6:30pm
6 Agenda Items
Virtual and in person
Public's Right to Speak
Item No. 1 - ORD - Tobacco Retailing Code Update
Pending
The Code prohibits tobacco product retailers from operating within 1000 feet of a youth-oriented facility (such as schools, parks, recreation facilities, etc.). The “grandfathering" clause of Code section 11-534(d) nevertheless exempts those retailers who were in place on the effective date of Ordinance 1710 Series 2021, which created the 1000-foot limit. However, if that retailer sells the business, the buyer of the business is not eligible for the grandfathering protection of that Code section. Councilmember Hoppe, supported by Councilors Dozeman and Hultin, requested that Council consider an ordinance expanding the grandfathering scope of Code 11-534(d) to include purchasers of a protected location. Council provided consensus to proceed with a code amendment on September 9, 2024.
Item No. 2 - RESO - Facilities Feasibility Planning Awd
Pending
In 2023 and 2024 the city developed a Facilities Master Plan (FMP) to assess the city’s space needs for existing and projected facility requirements. Key findings of the FMP include space deficits within most buildings related primarily to recent and projected staff growth and to shortfalls in various functional and operational areas. Due to the potential re-use of the Lutheran medical site, staff felt that it was important to proceed with additional analysis and planning at this time. Two proposals were received from architectural firms in response to a Request for Proposals. site. Staff recommends entering into a contract with Anderson Hallas Architects in the amount of $216,864 with a contingency amount of $3,136 for a total, not-to-exceed amount of $220,000.
Item No. 3 - RESO - IGA Stevens Elementary Shared Use
Pending
As part of the City’s Green at 38th project to create a public gathering space between Stevens Elementary and 38th Avenue, the Jefferson County School District (the District) conveyed a portion of the site including the school parking lot to the City in consideration for the construction of a new parking lot. As a condition of conveying the site, the City and the District agreed to enter into this agreement for the shared use of the District parking lot and to minimize disruption to school operations from activities at the site.
Item No. 4 - RESO - Jefferson County Ballot Measure 1A
Pending
Resolution No. 46-2024 expresses the City of Wheat Ridge's support for Jefferson County Ballot Measure 1A, which aims to permanently eliminate Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TABOR) revenue restrictions, allowing the county to retain and spend all collected revenue. If passed, Measure 1A would eliminate the need for Jefferson County to issue TABOR refunds and would enable the county to dedicate these funds toward transportation, infrastructure, and public safety.
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Item No. 5 - MOTION - CCC Bus Terminal Design Contract Awd
Pending
Construction of a bus terminal at the Clear Creek Crossing development will allow RTD to re-establish Routes 28 and 32, west of Wadsworth Boulevard, along 26th and 32nd Avenues. The Public Works Department solicited and evaluated proposals from five firms. Staff is recommending that the city enter into a contract with EVstudio for project design. The fee amount was negotiated with EVstudio and includes a 10% contingency to address minor changes that may arise during the design process.
City Council – Study Session
Mon, Sep 16, 2024 at 6:30pm
4 Agenda Items
Virtual and in person
Public's Right to Speak
Item No. 1 - MEMO - City Plan Update
The purpose of this study session is to provide City Council with an update on the City Plan process and to have a discussion with council members regarding the content included in the third phase of City Plan public engagement. In Phase 3, staff is translating what we heard in the first two phases into draft policy direction for land use, mobility, and how the City Plan can facilitate peaceful coexistence between existing neighborhoods and future development. Attachment 1 is a memo provided by the City Plan consultant, czb, which includes more details to support this study session. This is the third of four anticipated Council discussions on this project, with the subsequent study session scheduled for February 3, 2025.
Item No. 2 - MEMO - Homeless Navigation Program Update
The most recent Homeless Navigation Program update was in October 2023. The purpose of this study session item is for the Navigators to provide a general update to City Council regarding the Homeless Navigation Program.
Item No. 3 - MEMO - Legislative Advocacy Program
This memo presents the City Council with four initiatives that could form a comprehensive legislative strategy and complement the existing legislative forum. The Council may choose to adopt the entire strategy or implement certain components.
City Council – Special Study Session
Mon, Sep 9, 2024 at 7:00pm
3 Agenda Items
Virtual and in person
Public's Right to Speak
Item No. 1 - MEMO - NOAH Update
Item No. 2 - Tobacco Code Update
City Council – City Council Meeting
Mon, Sep 9, 2024 at 6:30pm
8 Agenda Items
Virtual and in person
Public's Right to Speak
Item No. 1a - MOTION - 2024 Striping Pavement Marking
Approved
The City performs pavement striping and pavement marking on a periodic basis throughout the city to maintain their reflective qualities and maintain visibility for drivers. The 2024 Striping and Pavement Marking project includes re-marking existing centerline and lane striping as well as crosswalks, turn arrows, and other pavement markings. One (1) bid was received and opened on August 27, 2024. Staff recommends award of a contract to Colorado Barricade Company of Denver, Colorado for the Base Bid amount of $221,555 and Bid Alternate 1 in the amount of $16,545 for a total bid amount of $238,100, plus a contingency of 5% or $11,900 for unknown or added items.
Item No. 1b - MOTION - 2024 Concrete Repairs ADA Project
Approved
The City performs concrete rehabilitation on an annual basis and addresses the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements as guided by the City’s ADA Transition Plan. The 2024 Concrete Repairs and ADA Pedestrian Ramps project consists of pedestrian ramp, drainage pan, curb and gutter, and sidewalk replacement at locations that are deficient as determined by city inspectors. The project also includes four speed humps approved in late-2023 as part of the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program. Ten bids were received and opened on August 23, 2024. Staff recommends the lowest responsive bidder, Majestic Concrete Contractors, Inc. of Wheat Ridge, Colorado be awarded the contract for the Base Bid amount of $507,529.60 and Bid Alternate 1 in the amount of $48,975.00 for a total bid amount of $556,504.60, plus a 10% contingency of $55,650.46, totaling $612,155.06.
Item No. 1c - MOTION - Vehicle Replacement Purchase
Approved
Staff recommends the purchase of one 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD under the State of Colorado purchasing contract in the amount of $79,030. Staff also requests approval to purchase, install and/or relocate auxiliary equipment required for the operation of the replacement vehicle along with the installation of lighting, markings, auxiliary snow removal equipment, and communication equipment at a total cost of $10,000. The total cost of the vehicle, including preparation for use, is not to exceed the $90,000 approved in the 2024 budget.
Item No. 1d - MOTION - WRRC Electronic Sign Contract Award
Approved
Staff solicited proposals to design and install a new electronic messaging sign at the Recreation Center, adjacent to Kipling Street. Six (6) proposals were received. Staff recommends award of a contract to Schlosser Sign, Inc. of Loveland, Colorado for the design and installation of the sign in the amount of $92,303.58, plus a contingency of approximately 7.5% or $6,900 for unknown or added items.
Item No. 2 - ORD - Bond
Approved
At the regular general election held on November 7, 2023, the electorate of the City approved ballot question 2J, which extended the one-half of one percent sales and use tax levied by the City and authorized the issuance of debt to finance City investment in capital improvement projects. Sales and use tax revenue bonds will be issued to finance the City investments, which requires approval of an ordinance by City Council. A change was made to the bond ordinance following first reading and is reflected in the first attachment. In summary, after additional financial analysis, it was determined it is prudent for the City to “refund” (include) approximately $5 million of the 2017 bond debt in this new issuance, defeasing the remaining 2017 debt with approximately $7.3 million of the 2E fund balance.
Item No. 3 - ORD - 19-80 Property Dispo Amend
Approved
A discrepancy exists between Code sections 19-80 and 19-77 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws concerning the disposition of lost or abandoned property. To correct that discrepancy, the Wheat Ridge Police Department is requesting that Code section 19-80 be amended to render it consistent with Code section 19-77 and the standard operating procedures of the police department.
Item No. 4 - MOTION - Wads Path Design Contract Award
Approved
In 2022, the City was awarded a $7.5M grant through the Denver Regional Council of Governments Transportation Improvement Program to construct a multi-use path along the west side of Wadsworth Boulevard between 32nd and 35th Avenues. The Public Works Department solicited and evaluated proposals from five firms. Staff is recommending that the city enter into a contract with Olsson for the design, environmental, and right-of-way phases of the project. The fee amount was negotiated with Olsson and includes an approximate 3% contingency amount to address minor changes that may arise during the design process.
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