City Council encourages Members of the Public participation in their meetings. Time is set aside now for Members of the Public to address the Council on any item NOT on the agenda for a maximum of 3 minutes.

The Colorado Water Conservation Board has designated the updated Flood Hazard Delineation Map for Clear Creek as a state floodplain map. The City needs to adopt the updated Flood Hazard Delineation Map as a Local Flood Hazard Area so that the best available flood maps can be used to regulate the floodplains along Clear Creek.

The proposed ordinance establishes a deadline by which an applicant may appeal an administrative code interpretation to the Board of Adjustment. No such deadline currently exists in the code, and the lack of a deadline is inconsistent with best practice and inconsistent with other code provisions which clearly establish a time frame for appeal.

Colorado Senate Bill 21-260 created a clean fleet enterprise to impose a clean fleet retail delivery fee (CFRDF) to be paid by the purchaser of tangible personal property delivered to the purchaser by a motor vehicle. The fee is $0.27 per delivery. Delivery fees are currently subject to City sales tax. As a home-rule City, Wheat Ridge is able to establish its own laws including the ability to exempt from taxation certain goods and services. The attached ordinance exempts the CFRDF from taxation.

City Council's 2021-2022 Strategic Plan includes "Re-examine and Advance Sidewalks on 38th Avenue." To that end, a consultant selection process has been completed to perform a master planning study for 38th Avenue from Kipling Street to Youngfield Street. Staff is recommending that the selected consultant, Ayers Associates, Inc, be awarded a contract in the amount of $615,210.

The City of Wheat Ridge was awarded $410,000 in funding through the Jeffco Open Space Trails Partnership Program for an engineered design and construction of an accessible, safe, and stable trail around Tabor Lake that connects to the Clear Creek Trail and Van Gordon St. To receive the funding, the City must accept the grant award by directing the Mayor to sign the attached Grant Agreement.

The City worked cooperatively with the Wheat Ridge Water District (District) to replace their water mains and other facilities during Phase I of the Wadsworth Widening Improvement Project. Including their work in the City’s project greatly simplifies the construction coordination andreduces their costs. An Intergovernmental Agreement between the City and the District to construct these improvements was approved by the City Council in February, 2021. The District wishes to replace and upgrade their water facilities in Phase II as well. Therefore, an amendment to the current agreement between the City and the District to construct these improvements has been developed. The City will be reimbursed by the District for their portion of the work.

At the February 27, 2023 regular business meeting, Council appointed 21 volunteers to boards and commission seats. Two At-Large Alternate vacancies remained to be filled on the Board of Adjustment. Applicants who were not appointed on February 27th were asked about their interest in serving in these roles and nine applicants indicated that they are indeed willing to fill these vacancies.

The 2023 Colorado Legislative Update will be held on Monday, March 6, 2023, during a City Council study session. The Legislative Update is an opportunity for the City’s elected officials and staff to discuss legislative priorities, current legislation and Wheat Ridge positions and priorities for the 2023 session. Senator Jessie Danielson and Representative Monica Duran will be in attendance, and Colorado Municipal League Legislative Advocacy Manager Heather Stauffer will be available to review legislation and answer questions.

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The Colorado Water Conservation Board has designated the updated Flood Hazard Delineation Map for Clear Creek as a state floodplain map. The City needs to adopt the updated Flood Hazard Delineation Map as a Local Flood Hazard Area so that the best available flood maps can be used to regulate the floodplains along Clear Creek.

The proposed ordinance establishes a deadline by which an applicant may appeal an administrative code interpretation to the Board of Adjustment. No such deadline currently exists in the code, and the lack of a deadline is inconsistent with best practice and inconsistent with other code provisions which clearly establish a time frame for appeal.

Colorado Senate Bill 21-260 created a clean fleet enterprise to impose a clean fleet retail delivery fee (CFRDF) to be paid by the purchaser of tangible personal property delivered to the purchaser by a motor vehicle. The fee is $0.27 per delivery. Delivery fees are currently subject to City sales tax. As a home-rule City, Wheat Ridge is able to establish its own laws including the ability to exempt from taxation certain goods and services. The attached ordinance exempts the CFRDF from taxation.

The Public Works Department is proposing the purchase of various snow and ice control equipment, lighting, hydraulics, and options to be installed on the new tandem cab and chassis approved by the City Council in January 2023. The total expense of the various equipment, lighting, hydraulics, and options is estimated to be $175,514 based on a quote provided by Holman Upfitting Truck Services.

The City of Wheat Ridge owns a building within the Anderson Park complex, known as the Parks Forestry and Open Space building, located at 9110 W. 44th Avenue, (the Property). The city wishes to lease the building to Localworks for the operation of a membership-based community organization designed to provide the tools necessary to promote innovation and creative exercise also known as a Maker Space.

As of March 2, 2023, the terms of nineteen current Board and Commissions members of the City of Wheat Ridge will expire. Additionally, there are four existing vacancies to fill which include seats on the Board of Adjustment, Cultural Commission, Liquor Licensing Authority and Parks and Recreation Commission. These 23 positions in total are to be filled or reappointed.

The purpose of this study session agenda item is to update City Council on the Let’s Talk Resident Engagement Program and to: 1. Share detailed reports from the recently completed Paramount Park and Southeast Wheat Ridge neighborhood resident engagement “blitzes”; and 2. Provide an update on the Let’s Talk Program Work Plan following completion of neighborhoods seven and eight of ten.

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Charles Abbott Associates, Inc. has provided contractual Building Division services for the City since 2018. This request extends their contract by two years, through March 2025.

There are 60 open purchase orders from the 2022 budget that will be carried over to the 2023 budget. Each purchase order is associated with a specific project that was not fully completed in the 2022 fiscal year. The funds which were encumbered for these purchase orders were transferred to the unreserved fund balance of the relevant fund when the purchase orders were closed. To continue or close out these projects in 2023, a supplemental budget appropriation in the amount of $18,424,962.79 is necessary to allow transfer of these funds into specific budget line items in the 2023 Budget.

Four members of City Council, the City Manager, and Deputy City Manager will be attending the National League of Cities Congressional Conference in Washington, D.C. from March 25th to March 29th. It is recommended that City Council cancel the March 27th regular meeting.

The Charter of the City of Wheat Ridge provides that the Council may determine its own rules of procedure for meetings. Section B of Suspension and Amendment of these Rules states “These Rules may be amended, or new Rules adopted by a majority vote of City Council Members present at a Regular or Special Meeting, provided that the proposed amendments or new Rules shall have been submitted in writing to City Council at a preceding meeting or a Study Session. Any City Council Member, or the Mayor, may initiate an amendment of these Rules in the manner provided for initiation of Agenda Items by Rule V.D. These Rules shall be reviewed and revised by the City Council as needed and as provided for herein.”

From time to time, staff recommends updating the zoning code (Chapter 26) as it relates to best practices, lessons learned from peer cities, updated policies and processes, to correct typographical errors, to clarify code language, and as a result of long-range plan adoption. Both the City’s mixed-use code requirements (Article XI) and subdivision requirements (Article IV) have not been updated in some time.

Effective July 1, 2022, SB21-260 created within the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment a clean fleet enterprise for the purpose of incentivizing and supporting the use of electric motor vehicles and other clean fleet technologies by owners and operators of motor vehicle fleets. The clean fleet enterprise is authorized to impose a clean fleet retail delivery fee (CFRDF) to be paid by the purchaser of tangible personal property delivered to the purchaser by a motor vehicle. The fee is $.27 per delivery. City staff’s recommendation is to follow Colorado Municipal League’s (CML) recommendation and exempt the delivery fee from taxation.

A Specific Development Plan (SDP) for the construction of a 5-story, 137,000-square foot medical office building on the 26.93-acre hospital campus at Clear Creek Crossing.

The proposed ordinance amends Section 26-803.G of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, to adopt the flood hazard delineation maps for Clear Creek dated September 2, 2022 as a local flood hazard area.

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A supplemental appropriation in the amount of $658,768 is necessary to correct 2022 account balances in three specific areas: 1) Building Division - $300,000 for contractual services for permit review and building inspections; 2) Applewood Area Infrastructure Projects - $180,064 for design contracts that were awarded in 2022 but not sufficiently budgeted; and 3) Wheat Ridge Ward Station Projects - $178,704 for design and right-of-way consulting contracts that were awarded in 2022 but not sufficiently budgeted.

In 2022, twelve existing vehicles and four new vehicles were planned for purchase. Orders for these vehicles were placed soon after Council approved the purchases in January 2022. To date, only six of the vehicles have been received. Two vehicles are in the process of being built for delivery later in 2023 or early 2024. Orders for the remaining eight vehicles were cancelled by themanufacturers due to lack of supply and/or other factors affecting availability. Therefore, it is necessary to re-order these vehicles utilizing 2023 contracts with associated increases in costs. This increased cost cannot be absorbed in the 2022 budget and will therefore require a budget supplemental appropriation of $91,162.50.

Staff recommends the purchase of seven replacement vehicles for Fiscal Year 2023 under the State of Colorado Price and CDOT Price Agreements as well as one purchase from a dealership. Staff also recommends approval to purchase, install and/or relocate auxiliary equipment required for the operation of the replacement vehicles along with the installation of lighting, markings, and communication equipment at a total cost of $92,000. The total cost of the vehicles, including preparation for use, is not to exceed $518,994.15.

The City’s various facilities require consistent custodial attention. Ensuring clean and hygienic public and workspaces is fundamental to the safe operation of the city organization and community services. A request for proposals (RFP) was issued and staff is recommending the approval of a contract to S&B Confluence d/b/a Jani-King of Colorado in the amount of $429,221.40 plus a contingency for unforeseen items of $10,000. This contract will cover the 2023 calendar year.

The City entered into lease agreements with three cellular companies for replacement of the Municipal Building cellular tower. Those leases contemplate a start date of February 14, 2023. Because of supply chain delays, the leases must be amended to allow additional time for this work. Approval of this ordinance will extend the commencement date deadline to June 1, 2023, and also grants authority for minor changes to the lease as needed.

The City entered into lease agreements with three cellular companies for replacement of the Municipal Building cellular tower. Those leases contemplate a start date of February 14, 2023. Because of supply chain delays, the leases must be amended to allow additional time for this work. Approval of this ordinance will extend the commencement date deadline to June 1, 2023, and also grants authority for minor changes to the lease as needed.

The City entered into lease agreements with three cellular companies for replacement of the Municipal Building cellular tower. Those leases contemplate a start date of February 14, 2023. Because of supply chain delays, the leases must be amended to allow additional time for this work. Approval of this ordinance will extend the commencement date deadline to June 1, 2023, and also grants authority for minor changes to the lease as needed.

Short-term rentals (STRs) are defined as dwelling units or portions thereof used for lodging accommodations for transient occupancy, for compensation, for a period of less than thirty consecutive days. STRs are subject to the City’s 10% lodgers’ tax, in lieu of sales tax. At the Council Study Session on May 2, 2022, Council discussed the possible reduction of the STR lodgers’ tax. At that meeting, Council agreed to retain the current 10% lodgers’ tax rate for STRs, and dedicate the STR portion of the General Fund lodgers’ tax rate (5%) to housing and/or homelessness purposes and to further refine the purpose at a later date.

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The Colorado Intergovernmental Risk Sharing Agency (CIRSA) provides property/casualty coverage for the City of Wheat Ridge. The annual payment due for 2023 is $372,363.16.

Pinnacol Assurance provides workers’ compensation coverage for the City of Wheat Ridge. The annual payment due for 2023 is $263,946 made over nine payments, January through September.

The City offers employees a number of benefits in order to attract and retain a high qualityworkforce. In 2023, the City joined the Colorado Employer Benefit Trust (CEBT) to provide agreater choice of medical plans along with dental, vision, employee assistance program (EAP) and life insurance coverage. January through December billing is estimated and budgeted in the amount of $2,335,000. Staff requests approval of the estimated 2023 total expenditure so that monthly payments can be made in a timely manner.

State statutes require that each municipality annually establish the location for posting public notices, as well as the newspaper in which the notices will be published. Local government entities are also allowed to publish notices on-line for public meetings. These include meetings at which the adoption of any proposed policy, position, resolution, rule, regulation, or formal action occurs or at which a majority or quorum of body is in attendance.

On January 27, 2017, the firm AECOM Technical Services, Inc. (AECOM) was selected throughthe City’s procurement process to provide multi-year professional engineering and land use planning services for the 2E Bond Fund, “Investing 4 the Future”, projects and to serve as an extension of staff, as needed, for review and assistance in the delivery of private development projects in the Clear Creek Crossing and Wheat Ridge Ward Station areas as well as construction management for the Improve Wadsworth Project. The scope and related fees for AECOM services in 2023 have been negotiated and City Council action is requested for the approval of the AECOM contract amendment and extension and a budget supplemental specifically for the Ward Road Station Area Projects.

The City entered into lease agreements with three cellular companies for replacement of the Municipal Building cellular tower. Those leases contemplate a start date of February 14, 2023. Because of supply chain delays, the leases must be amended to allow additional time for this work. Approval of this ordinance will extend the commencement date deadline to June 1, 2023, and also grants authority for minor changes to the lease as needed.

The City entered into lease agreements with three cellular companies for replacement of the Municipal Building cellular tower. Those leases contemplate a start date of February 14, 2023. Because of supply chain delays, the leases must be amended to allow additional time for this work. Approval of this ordinance will extend the commencement date deadline to June 1, 2023, and also grants authority for minor changes to the lease as needed.

The City entered into lease agreements with three cellular companies for replacement of theMunicipal Building cellular tower. Those leases contemplate a start date of February 14, 2023.Because of supply chain delays, the leases must be amended to allow additional time for this work. Approval of this ordinance will extend the commencement date deadline to June 1, 2023, and also grants authority for minor changes to the lease as needed.

The purpose of this study session is to provide City Council with an update on the W. 44th Avenue subarea planning process and give City Council the opportunity to provide feedback on the recommendations to be included in the Plan.

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This Ordinance amends the City’s land use code to require that a plat note be affixed on resubdivisions of property advising that race and religion-based covenants on real property are illegal and unenforceable.

The applicant is requesting approval of a zone change from Commercial-One (C-1) to Mixed Use-Commercial (MU-C) for the property at 7525 W. 44th Avenue. The applicant is the property owner. The zone change will result in a zoning that encourages revitalization and redevelopment of the site. The applicant intends to redevelop the site for multi-story residential apartments.

The City of Wheat Ridge’s Municipal Code includes a definition of “nuisance” in Section 15-25 which could be interpreted to prohibit composting. The purpose of this ordinance is to clarify existing language in the Municipal Code to allow composting.

Residents on Dudley Street petitioned the City to address traffic issues on the street segment from 32nd Avenue to 38th Avenue. In accordance with the City’s Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP), the City met with the residents at a neighborhood meeting and subsequently devised a plan to install speed humps to mitigate the traffic issues. The residents then secured a petition with the necessary number of property-owner signatures supporting the installation of speed humps in accordance with the NTMP policy and are hereby seeking approval for implementation.

The Master Drainageway Plan for Clear Creek within Wheat Ridge needs to be updated to reflect the revised flood maps that have recently been adopted by the State of Colorado. An agreement with the Mile High Flood District needs to be executed to outline the responsibilities and funding obligations to complete the update.

The City of Wheat Ridge entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Jefferson Center for Mental Health (Jefferson Center) and other parties on January 1, 2018 for the provision of Withdrawal Management Services (detox). The MOU established the funding obligations of the local government members that are parties to the MOU and the powers and obligations of Jefferson Center. This resolution will rescind the current MOU and approve an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) to continue these Withdrawal Management Services and add Crisis Services as an obligation of Jefferson Center.

Throughout 2022, a Colorado School of Mines Capstone Project student team has conducted public engagement, assessed the area around Tabor Lake, and developed a design proposal for an accessible, safe, and stable trail around Tabor Lake with related amenities. Their final project presentation on 12/5 will provide a concise project overview.

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Request for approval of a minor subdivision to replat 5 lots into 2 lots on property zoned Residential-Three (R-3).

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The Colorado State Legislature adopted a carryout bag fee effective January 1, 2023 which by January 1, 2024 prohibits all retailers, with a few specific exceptions, from providing single-use plastic bags. Carryout bag fees are currently subject to local sales tax. As a home-rule City, Wheat Ridge is able to establish its own laws including the ability to exempt from taxation certain goods and services. The attached ordinance enacts such an exemption for the City.

Sections 10.7 and 10.9 of the Wheat Ridge City Charter require that a public hearing on the proposed budget be conducted before its final adoption and that the budget be adopted by resolution on or before the final day (December 15, 2022) established by state statute for the certification of the next year’s tax levy to the county.

The City of Wheat Ridge’s Municipal Code includes a definition of “nuisance” in Section 15-25 which could be interpreted to prohibit composting. The purpose of this ordinance is to clarify existing language in the Municipal Code to allow composting.

This resolution authorizes the levying of property taxes for the 2022 fiscal year to help defray the cost of government in 2023.

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This Council Bill amends the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws to authorize the issuance of administrative subpoenas for records related to hotel licensing requirements.

The Colorado Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Act was passed by voters at the November 2020 election. The new law requires all employers to provide paid family and medical leave to its employees through a state managed program which is funded by employer and employee paycheck withholdings. Local governments have the option to decline participation in the program.

The Colorado State Legislature adopted a carryout bag fee effective January 1, 2023 which by January 1, 2024 prohibits all retailers, with a few specific exceptions, from providing single-use plastic bags. Carryout bag fees are currently subject to local sales tax. As a home-rule City, Wheat Ridge is able to establish its own laws including the ability to exempt from taxation certain goods and services. The attached ordinance enacts such an exemption for the City.

The applicant is requesting approval of a zone change from Commercial-One (C-1) to Mixed Use-Commercial (MU-C) for property located at 7525 W. 44th Avenue. The zone change will result in a zoning that matches surrounding zoning and enables redevelopment of the site by expanding permitted uses.

The Improve Wadsworth Project includes funding for public art. The process for selecting publicart is defined in the Public Art Management Plan. Per this process, a series of public art piecesproposed by the JCAS Studios team have been commissioned. JCAS Studios’ proposal was selected by an appointed committee for recommendation to the Cultural Commission. The Cultural Commission reviewed the proposal and per the defined process would like to make a recommendation to City Council for acceptance and purchase. The purchase price of $475,000 includes design, construction, installation, and documentation.

Public infrastructure improvements at the Wheat Ridge Ward Commuter Rail Station area include reconstruction of 52nd Avenue, Tabor Street, Ridge Road, adjacent intersections and improvements to Valley Water District utilities in 52nd Avenue. Staff is recommending that the lowest responsive bidder, Goodland Construction, Inc., be awarded a contract in the amount of $7,313,186.74.

Public infrastructure improvements at the Wheat Ridge Ward Commuter Rail Station area include reconstruction of 52nd Avenue, Tabor Street, Ridge Road, adjacent intersections and improvements to Valley Water District utilities in 52nd Avenue. As part of the reconstruction of 52nd Avenue, the Valley Water District needs to reconstruct a portion of their water main. The water main is in conflict with the proposed storm sewer and needs to be relocated. An agreement is needed between the City and Valley Water to outline each entity’s responsibilities and to detail a reimbursement obligation.

Residents on 31st Place petitioned the City to address traffic concerns for the street segment from Union Street to Vivian Street. In accordance with the City’s Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP), the City met with the residents at a neighborhood meeting and subsequently discussed and devised a plan to mitigate traffic issues. The residents then secured a petition with the necessary number of property owner signatures, supporting the installation of a speed hump in accordance with the NTMP policy and are hereby seeking approval for implementation.

Residents on Lamar Street petitioned the City to address traffic issues for the street segment from 39th Avenue to 41st Avenue. In accordance with the City’s Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP), the City met with the residents at a neighborhood meeting and subsequently discussed and devised a plan to mitigate traffic issues. The residents then secured a petition with the necessary number of property owner signatures, supporting the installation of a speed hump in accordance with the NTMP policy and are hereby seeking approval for implementation.

The City’s core switches, which facilitate internet access to every City facility, are approaching end of life. If a failure occurred, all City facilities would be affected, causing severe service interruption.

The applicant is requesting approval of a zone change from Commercial-One (C-1) to Mixed Use-Commercial (MU-C) for the property at 7525 W. 44th Avenue. The applicant is the property owner. The zone change will result in a zoning that encourages revitalization and redevelopment of the site. The applicant intends to redevelop the site for multi-story residential apartments.

The applicant is seeking Specific Development Plan (SDP) approval for a drive-thru restaurant at 3700 Youngfield Street (southeast corner of W. 38th Ave and Youngfield St) in the Applewood Village Shopping Center. The property is zoned Planned Commercial Development (PCD) and allows drive-thrus. The Planning Commission is required to review SDPs for this development at a public hearing.

The last two and one-half years have been quite eventful for the City of Wheat Ridge. Starting with the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020, City Council and staff pivoted through social injustice concerns, the “Great Resignation”, a police officer involved shooting, a seriously wounded police officer, employee deaths and illnesses, unprecedented homelessness issues, record growth in commercial and residential development, and a ransomware attack. In spite of all these unique challenges, the organization has continued to advance City Council initiatives and priorities. The following summary is an update on some of these major items. City Council agendas have been lighter than normal recently and several meetings have been canceled. However, the organizations plate is full, and progress is continuing to be made on important projects.

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This Council Bill amends the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws to authorize the issuance of administrative subpoenas for records related to hotel licensing requirements.

This Ordinance amends the City’s land use code to require that a plat note be affixed on re-subdivisions of property advising that race and religion-based covenants on real property are illegal and unenforceable.

The Study Session of November 7, 2022 is the night before the 2022 General Election. The Council Chambers in City Hall will be utilized by Jefferson County as a polling location. Election equipment will be set up in Council Chambers the weekend before the election. Due to election integrity and security concerns, the Council Chambers will not be available for the November 7th study session.

An evaluation of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) mechanical systems serving the Anderson Building revealed that most components are past their expected useful life and are operating inefficiently. There is a potential for failure to occur which would result in an inability to heat the classrooms, office, and lobby effectively enough to allow occupation through the winter months. It may also result in indoor temperatures dropping to levels low enough to endanger water piping and other plumbing infrastructure.

In February of this year, the City received grant funds through the Jefferson County Open Space Trails Partnership Program for Clear Creek Trail Improvements. The full project includes upgrading sections of trail from asphalt to concrete, repairs and improvements at the Otis Street trailhead and trail connection, way-finding signage, and other safety improvements. This motion is specifically to award the contract to Western States Reclamation for the portion of the project that will upgrade sections of trail from asphalt to concrete. There were seven submissions associated with the Invitation to Bid. Western States Reclamation was the lowest bidder at $259,210.

The most recent Homeless Navigation Program update was in February 2022. The purpose of this study session item is to introduce the Housing Navigator and for both Navigators to provide a general update to City Council regarding the Homeless Navigation Program.

The Council considered a local ordinance on ethics and conflicts of interest in 2019 and 2020, and ultimately continued the matter, in part because of unresolved litigation between Glendale and the Independent Ethics Commission (IEC) on state preemption. Under current law, the IEC has jurisdiction over ethics and conflicts of interest complaints against local elected officials. The Colorado Constitution allows home rule municipalities to enact their own rules, which, so long as they cover the same matters as the state constitution, preempt the IEC’s jurisdiction. I do not expect any resolution of the Glendale case in the near future; however, I believe it likely the Glendale rules will ultimately be seen to preempt the IEC. I do not believe the City needs to continue to wait for that litigation to resolve.

The City of Wheat Ridge’s Municipal Code has long included a definition of “nuisance” in Section 15-25 which, while not directly mentioning composting, could be interpreted to prohibit this activity. Staff is seeking direction from City Council with regards to a proposed code amendment to allow composting without it being considered a nuisance.

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Despite the recent network outage, development of the 2023 budget is underway, albeit slightly delayed. An important phase of this process is inviting the public to provide input to City Council prior to the presentation of the 2023 proposed budget. This is the second of two opportunities. Members of the public are also to provide input at What’sUpWheatRidge.com or WheatRidgeSpeaks.org. Members of the public were first invited to contribute input on August 22, 2022.

October 24, 2022 is a regularly scheduled City Council Business meeting. The Jeffco School Board will be conducting public hearings that evening to discuss potential school closures in Wheat Ridge. It is anticipated that several Council Members will attend those meetings and therefore a quorum will not exist to proceed with the City Council meeting. This motion will cancel the October 24, 2022 Regular City Council meeting.

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Chapter 21 of the Code of Laws, entitled Streets and Sidewalks, regulates all construction andoperation in public rights-of-way (ROW). The Chapter was comprehensively revised in 2020. This ordinance amends the required warranty period for public improvements from three years to twoyears. This is sufficient for the City’s needs and is consistent with the requirements of many other Denver area cities.

Section 10.15 of the Municipal Charter for the City of Wheat Ridge requires that an independent audit be performed annually of all City accounts. In 2021, the City received more than $750,000 in federal funds for Wadsworth Boulevard which also triggered a “single audit” of all federal funds. The CPA firm Clifton LarsonAllen (CLA) performed both the City and federal audits of the City’s financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2021. Once again this year, the City received an unqualified opinion indicating that the City’s financial statements are fairly and appropriately presented. A representative from CLA will be at the September 12, 2022 City Council meeting to present the 2021 Financial Statements to Council for acceptance.

Jefferson County Open Space manages the Trails Partnership Program, which is funded by the Jefferson County Open Space tax, and exists to fund trails projects in the county at either 25% of the project cost for local trails or 50% of the project cost for regional trails. This project funding application is for the design and construction of a stable, accessible, safe trail around Tabor Lake with connections to the Clear Creek Trail and 44th Avenue. The Clear Creek Trail

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In order to construct the pedestrian bridge over the G-Line tracks, the City needs Xcel Energy to underground the existing overhead electric lines in the vicinity of the proposed bridge. Xcel requires a deposit for the estimated cost of the undergrounding work prior to beginning the design. Since the amount is over $75,000, Council needs to approve the payment.

The City executed a contract with Concrete Works of Colorado in the amount of $36.5 million on August 23, 2021 to construct Phase 1 of the Improve Wadsworth Project. The anticipated completion date of the project is in the fall of 2023. The 2022 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget includes $16.5 million for work to be completed in 2022. It is anticipated more work will be completed on the project than anticipated or budgeted for in Fiscal Year 2022. Therefore, a supplemental budget appropriation in the amount of $7,260,000 is required in order to keep theproject moving forward.

Currently, bulk plane regulations apply only to detached single-unit homes in the R-1C and R-3 zone districts. This ordinance expands the applicability of bulk plane to all R-series residential zone districts. The purpose of this change is to achieve community goals related to neighborhood compatibility and to address resident concerns related to the height and massing of new two- and three-story homes and additions.

Chapter 21 of the Code of Laws, entitled Streets and Sidewalks, regulates all construction and operation in public rights-of-way (ROW). The Chapter was comprehensively revised in 2020. This ordinance amends the required warranty period for public improvements from three years to two years. This is sufficient for the City’s needs and is consistent with the requirements of many other Denver area cities.

David Evans and Associates (DEA) was contracted to design a concept plan of aesthetic improvements along the Youngfield Street corridor, between roughly 28th and 40th. The work is complete and a new contract is needed to proceed to the next phase to start the final design of the corridor aesthetic improvements and prepare construction plans and specifications. The work will also include design documents for bike, pedestrian and aesthetic improvements for the 32nd Avenue underpass of I-70. The design work and subsequent construction is being funded by the Renewal Wheat Ridge bond.

Short Elliot Hendrickson, Inc. (SEH) was contracted to perform design services for the pedestrian bridge, plazas, and trail improvements at the Wheat Ridge · Ward Station area in 2019 that were then suspended in 2020 to divert funding to the Clear Creek Crossing access ramp project. An amendment was executed in early 2022 to restart the project, using Renewal Wheat Ridge bond funding. The JeffCo Subregional Forum approved funding for this project in early August and the DRCOG Board is expected to award the funding in late September. Because this additional funding is from the federal government, an amendment to task order #5 of the contract with SEH needs to be approved for the additional tasks related to completing this project following the federal process.

HDR was contracted to perform property acquisition services for the pedestrian bridge, plazas, and trail improvements at the Wheat Ridge · Ward Station area in 2019 that were then suspended in 2020 to divert funding to the Clear Creek Crossing access ramp project. An amendment was executed in early 2022 to restart the project, using Renewal Wheat Ridge bond funding. The JeffCo Subregional Forum approved funding for this project in early August and the DRCOG Board is expected to award the funding in late September. Because this additional funding is from the federal government, an amendment to task order #2 of the contract with HDR needs to be approved for the additional tasks related to completing this project following the federal process.

Per City Council’s direction, the City will contribute funds to support non-profit organizations whose demand for services has increased due to the COVID-19 pandemic using increased general fund reserves from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. This supplemental budget appropriation will provide $20,000 in funding to the Community Coalition for Education to support students and families impacted by the pandemic.

The purpose of this study session agenda item is for City Council to: • Gain an understanding of why housing is so expensive in Wheat Ridge and the growing affordability gaps; • Discuss which target populations should be addressed in the City’s Affordable Housing Strategy; • Gain an understanding of which tools or interventions are available to address housing affordability and the implications of inaction; and • Share preliminary comments about the tools and interventions this strategy should focus on. Attachment 1 is a memo provided by czb which includes more details to support this extended study session. This is the second of three anticipated Council meetings on this project in 2022, with the first having been on May 2, 2022

Colorado Communities for Climate Action (CC4CA) is a coalition of counties and municipalities, including Wheat Ridge, advocating for strong state and federal climate policy.Jacob Smith, CC4CA executive director, will be providing an update to City Council concerning CC4CA’s activities and current policy priorities.

City Council created the Community Partners Grant Program (formerly the Outside Agency Program) Committee in June 2016 to review outside agency applications and present recommendations to City Council on the funding amounts each organization should receive. The purpose of creating this committee was to provide an additional opportunity for residents to participate in the budget process, and to give the committee members the opportunity to weigh community needs against available resources and provide recommendations to City Council.

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Currently, bulk plane regulations apply only to detached single-unit homes in the R-1C and R 3 zone districts. This ordinance expands the applicability of bulk plane to all R-series residential zone districts. The purpose of this change is to achieve community goals related to neighborhood compatibility and to address resident concerns related to the height and massing of new two- and three-story homes and additions.

The Wheat Ridge Police Department maintains a body worn camera program for the purpose of audio and visual recording of police encounters with the public. This program helps to increase officer professionalism, evaluate performance, reduce complaints, resolve officer involvedincidents, and can serve as an unbiased account of documenting evidence in a police encounter

This Resolution declares race and religion based covenants illegal and unenforceable and gives direction to City staff to research title to City-owned properties, draft an ordinance to require a plat note on re-subdivisions, and propose materials to assist private property owners, all with the goal of removing such covenants.

The Regular Meeting of August 8, 2022 currently does not have any scheduled agenda items. It is recommended that City Council cancel this meeting.

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The applicant is requesting approval of a zone change from Commercial-One (C-1) to Mixed Use-Commercial Interstate (MU-C Interstate) for the property at 10101 W. I-70 Frontage Road North. The applicant is the prospective buyer and is currently under contract. The zone change will result in a zoning that encourages revitalization and redevelopment of the site. The applicant intends to redevelop the site for multi-story residential apartments and potential commercial pad sites.

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are smaller, independent residential dwelling units located on the same property as a single-unit home, and can be attached or detached from the main house. ADUs have been identified as one component of the “missing middle” which helps increase housing options in Wheat Ridge. This ordinance proposes to legalize ADUs as an accessory use to single-unit homes, while providing flexibility for homeowners in terms of design, location, and development standards. This ordinance is a response to specific policy direction from City Council based on staff presentations, public feedback, and lessons learned from peer communities. In addition to providing a regulatory pathway forward for new ADUs, the ordinance alsocreates a pathway in certain circumstances for existing ADUs to be legalized.

This ordinance amends Section 17-52 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws to permit the use of assisted mobility devices on certain City recreation trails by persons with disabilities.

There is currently one District I vacancy on the Liquor Licensing Authority, and two Alternate vacancies, both “at large” seats from any district, on the Board of Adjustment.

During the entire month of August, RTD will offer zero fares across its system as part of the Zero Fare for Better Air initiative. This collaborative, statewide initiative, made possible by Colorado Senate Bill 22-180, in partnership with the Colorado Energy Office, is designed to reduce ground level ozone by increasing use of public transit. Current RTD customers will also benefit as they will not have to use or purchase fare products from August 1-31, during Colorado’s high ozone season.

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This ordinance amends the zoning code such that bulk plane regulations apply to all detached single-unit homes in all R-series residential zone districts (R-1, R-1A, R-1B, R-1C, R-2, R-2A, R 3, and R-3A). A bulk plane standard adds a diagonal limit of construction for the purpose of limiting the mass and scale of a home and accessory structures. By adding a diagonal limit, a structure, or the upper story of a structure, is required to increase its distance from the property line as it gets taller. Bulk plane currently applies to single-unit homes only in the R-1C and R-3 zone districts, and this ordinance expands the applicability of bulk plane.

The Colorado Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Act was placed on the ballot as Proposition 118 and passed by voters at the November 2020 election. The new law requires all employers to provide paid family and medical leave to its employees through a state managed program which is funded by employer and employee paycheck with-holdings. Local governments have the option to decline participation in the program. Staff requests Council direction on whether to participate in the program.

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Council Bill 13-2022 amends the local definition of criminal harassment to comply with a recent decision of the Colorado Supreme Court. On March 28, 2022, the Colorado Supreme Court issued its decision in People v. Moreno, 2022 CO 15 (Colo. 2022). In Moreno, the Court reviewed a district court's order invalidating part of Colorado's harassment statute. The lower court found that the phrase "intended to harass" in the State statute unconstitutionally restricts protected speech. The Colorado Supreme Court agreed and definitively invalidated this portion of the State’s harassment statute.

The City owns and operates a cellular tower at City Hall and has three lease agreements with cellular companies for use of the tower. The existing tower is no longer structurally sound and needs to be replaced to accommodate upgrades of cellular equipment on the tower. New Cingular Wireless, Verizon Wireless, and T-Mobile drafted a cost-sharing agreement, which will fund the demolition of the existing cellular tower and the construction of a new cellular monopole at the same location. Approval of this ordinance will allow the City to finalize the Site Lease Agreement with T-Mobile West, LLC.

The City owns and operates a cellular tower at City Hall and has three lease agreements with cellular companies for use of the tower. The existing tower is no longer structurally sound and needs to be replaced to accommodate upgrades of cellular equipment on the tower. New Cingular Wireless, Verizon Wireless, and T-Mobile drafted a cost-sharing agreement, which will fund the demolition of the existing cellular tower and the construction of a new cellular monopole at the same location. Approval of this ordinance will allow the City to finalize the Site Lease Agreement with Verizon Wireless.

The City owns and operates a cellular tower at City Hall and has three lease agreements with cellular companies for use of the tower. The existing tower is no longer structurally sound and needs to be replaced to accommodate upgrades of cellular equipment on the tower. New Cingular Wireless, Verizon Wireless, and T-Mobile drafted a cost-sharing agreement, which will fund the demolition of the existing cellular tower and the construction of a new cellular monopole at the same location. Approval of this ordinance will allow the City to finalize the Site Lease Agreement with Cingular Wireless (commonly known as AT&T).

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are smaller, independent residential dwelling units located on the same property as a single-unit home, and can be attached or detached from the main house. ADUs have been identified as one component of the “missing middle” which helps increase housing options in Wheat Ridge. This ordinance proposes to legalize ADUs as an accessory use to single-unit homes, while providing flexibility for homeowners in terms of design, location, and development standards. This ordinance is a response to specific policy direction from City Council based on staff presentations, public feedback, and lessons learned from peer communities.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), requires public and private entities to make reasonable accommodations to their facilities and programs in order to ensure that persons with disabilities are able to access and use the same in substantially the same manner as other persons.

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Annual street resurfacing is conducted to provide needed maintenance treatments to a number of selected streets by priority in accordance with the citywide maintenance plan. Resurfacing is intended to extend the life of pavement on streets that are structurally sound. For the 2022 project, Youngfield Street from 32nd to 44th Avenue, Harlan Street from 32nd Avenue to 44th Avenue, Oak Street north of 26th to Twilight Drive and 43rd Drive west of 44th Avenue. Street resurfacing is the first of a three preventive maintenance projects that the City will implement this year.

This resolution authorizes the Mayor to sign the Colorado Regional Opioid Intergovernmental Agreement ("IGA"). The IGA is between the three Region 10 counties, and seventeen participating local governments, including the City of Wheat Ridge, located in each of the three Region 10 counties. The IGA details the procedures to establish a Regional Council for Region 10, designates Jefferson County as Region 10's fiscal agent, and establishes that the participating local governments intend to request and administer opioid settlement funds in a manner consistent with the Colorado Opioids Settlement Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed by the Mayor on November 8, 2021.

City Staff has negotiated a five-year Lease Agreement, with the option to extend for one-year, with Jefferson County Housing Authority for office space at 7490 W. 45th Avenue. This Lease will resolve the immediate need for additional office space for city employees while a facility assessment and master plan are completed to determine longer-term facility needs.

The applicant is requesting approval of a zone change from Commercial-One (C-1) to Mixed Use-Commercial Interstate (MU-C Interstate) for property located at 10101 W. I-70 Frontage Road North. The zone change will result in a zoning that enables revitalization and redevelopment of the site by expanding permitted uses.

Council Bill 13-2022 amends the local definition of criminal harassment to comply with a recent decision of the Colorado Supreme Court.

The City owns and operates a cellular tower at City Hall and has three lease agreements with cellular companies for use of the tower. The existing tower is no longer structurally sound and needs to be replaced to accommodate upgrades of cellular equipment on the tower. New Cingular Wireless, Verizon Wireless, and T-Mobile drafted a cost-sharing agreement, which will fund the demolition of the existing cellular tower and the construction of a new cellular monopole at the same location. Approval of this ordinance will allow the City to finalize the Site Lease Agreement with T-Mobile West, LLC.

The City owns and operates a cellular tower at City Hall and has three lease agreements with cellular companies for use of the tower. The existing tower is no longer structurally sound and needs to be replaced to accommodate upgrades of cellular equipment on the tower. New Cingular Wireless, Verizon Wireless, and T-Mobile drafted a cost-sharing agreement, which will fund the demolition of the existing cellular tower and the construction of a new cellular monopole at the same location. Approval of this ordinance will allow the City to finalize the Site Lease Agreement with Verizon Wireless.

The City owns and operates a cellular tower at City Hall and has three lease agreements with cellular companies for use of the tower. The existing tower is no longer structurally sound and needs to be replaced to accommodate upgrades of cellular equipment on the tower. New Cingular Wireless, Verizon Wireless, and T-Mobile drafted a cost-sharing agreement, which will fund the demolition of the existing cellular tower and the construction of a new cellular monopole at the same location. Approval of this ordinance will allow the City to finalize the Site Lease Agreement with Cingular Wireless (commonly known as AT&T).

The City owns and operates a cellular tower at City Hall and has three lease agreements with cellular companies for use of the tower. The existing tower is no longer structurally sound and needs to be replaced to accommodate upgrades of cellular equipment on the tower. During thetimeframe required to demolish the existing cellular tower and construct a new monopole tower, the three cellular carriers have requested permission to occupy space in the City Hall parking lot to house their cell-on-wheels units to provide uninterrupted cellular service.

The City owns and operates a cellular tower at City Hall and has three lease agreements with cellular companies for use of the tower. The existing tower is no longer structurally sound and needs to be replaced to accommodate upgrades of cellular equipment on the tower. During the timeframe required to demolish the existing cellular tower and construct a new monopole tower, the three cellular carriers have requested permission to occupy space in the City Hall parking lot to house their cell-on-wheels units to provide uninterrupted cellular service.

The City owns and operates a cellular tower at City Hall and has three lease agreements with cellular companies for use of the tower. The existing tower is no longer structurally sound and needs to be replaced to accommodate upgrades of cellular equipment on the tower. During the timeframe required to demolish the existing cellular tower and construct a new monopole tower, the three cellular carriers have requested permission to occupy space in the City Hall parking lot to house their cell-on-wheels units to provide uninterrupted cellular service.

“Re-examine and Advance Sidewalks on 38th Avenue” was identified as one of Council’s priorities in the 2021-2022 Strategic Plan. This priority has been divided into two separate geographic areas: 1) 38th West (Kipling Street to Youngfield Street); and 2) 38th East (Wadsworth Boulevard to Harlan Street). The purpose of this memo is to provide City Council with an update on the proposed planning process for 38th West. This memo summarizes the scope of work, see Attachment 1, that staff has prepared to direct the consultant in developing a plan to reconstruct 38th West with a focus on adding adequate bicycle and pedestrian (bike/ped) improvements while still accommodating the future traffic.

“Re-examine and Advance Sidewalks on 38th Avenue” was identified as one of Council’s priorities in the 2021-2022 Strategic Plan. This priority has been divided into two separate geographic areas: 1) 38th West (Kipling Street to Youngfield Street); and 2) 38th East (Wadsworth Boulevard to Harlan Street). The purpose of this memo is to provide City Council with an update on the proposed planning process for 38th West. This memo summarizes the scope of work, see Attachment 1, that staff has prepared to direct the consultant in developing a plan to reconstruct 38th West with a focus on adding adequate bicycle and pedestrian (bike/ped) improvements while still accommodating the future traffic.

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The applicant is requesting approval of a zone change from Commercial-One (C-1) to Mixed Use-Commercial Interstate (MU-C Interstate) for the property at 10101 W. I-70 Frontage Road North. The applicant is the prospective buyer and is currently under contract. The zone change will result in a zoning that encourages revitalization and redevelopment of the site. The applicant intends to redevelop the site for multi-story residential apartments and potential commercial pad sites.

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Per City Council’s direction, the City will use increased General Fund reserves from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to purchase additional computers and ancillary equipment to support telework.

The 2022 Bridge Repair Project consists of replacing the existing expansion devices and repairing a pier cap on the West 44th Avenue bridge over Clear Creek. The expansion device in the middle of the bridge will be eliminated and the bridge expansion devices on each end of the bridge will be replaced.

On May 2, 2017, the City closed on Series 2017A Sales and Use Tax Revenue Bonds in the par amount of $30,595,000 with a net premium of $2,687,079 for a total of $33,282,079. The City’s first interest payment for 2022 is due June 1 in the amount of $389,400 and the principal and second interest payment is due December 1 in the amount of $3,109,400. Funds to cover the 2022 payments are budgeted in the 2022 2E Bond Fund budget.

The floodplain maps for Jefferson County have been revised to include updates to the floodplain boundaries within three watersheds. The only watershed within the Wheat Ridge city limits is for a tributary to Sloan’s Lake. Adoption of the most current floodplain maps is required by the National Flood Insurance Program.

Zone change from Restricted Commercial (RC) to Mixed Use Neighborhood (MU-N) at 4501 Wadsworth Blvd. This will accommodate a wider range of permitted uses on the property in support of the City's vision for Wadsworth Boulevard.

Since 2017, Colorado state law has required that local jurisdictions allow small cell facilities in all zone districts and in right-of-way. Staff has processed a handful of applications since then. This ordinance is proposed to update regulations in response to recent public concerns and based on lessons learned over the last 5 years.

On occasion, property owners or persons in charge of such properties, have failed to take corrective action to abate certain nuisance conditions on that property. Chronic nuisance properties have a tremendous negative impact upon the quality of life, safety and health of the neighborhoods where they are located. This ordinance will adopt a new Article V of Chapter 15 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws to provide additional tools for the Police Department to address chronic nuisance properties.

Illegal street racing is a dangerous activity which poses a threat to those citizens using both public and private roadways. Negative impacts of street racing include excessive noise at late hours, taking over of public property, dangerous stunts, and road racing that endangers the public as well as participants and on-lookers. The Wheat Ridge community has a low tolerance for this behavior. This proposed ordinance will create more tools for Law Enforcement to deter street racing.

Closest to The Pin (CTP) wishes to provide a donation valued at $12,000 to construct a disc golf course at Fruitdale Park. The City currently does not provide amenities for disc golf play. CTP has designed a course and will manage and coordinate the construction project. The City has provided specifications for construction and inspections would be conducted by City staff to ensure quality construction and compliance with standards.

This Resolution creates a record of denial of the application of Hartwood LLC for a zone change from restricted commercial (R-C) to planned residential development (PRD) for property located at 7585 W. 32nd Avenue.

A Specific Development Plan (SDP) for a Hampton Inn Hotel in the Clear Creek Crossing Planning Mixed Use Development (PMUD), located in Planning Area 7.

The 38th Avenue Streetscape project has been a priority for City Council for over a decade. While the redevelopment of the Green does not directly implement that priority, it is a logical first step in extending streetscape improvements from the West 38 mixed-use project and creating a public gathering space on the City’s main street and in the heart of downtown. A consensus was reached by City Council in 2018 to engage a designer to develop conceptual designs for the Green. Architerra Group was hired by the City in August 2018. A comprehensive community engagement process (see Attachments 1-3) was completed since that time to obtain feedback from key stakeholders and the public. Based on that feedback, Architerra Group has created two preferred design options which they will present to City Council at the April 18, 2022 study session for further discussion and direction.

In 2016, the City Council adopted Ordinance 1613 which included new zoning regulations in Chapter 26 of the code pertaining to bulk plane. Currently, bulk plane applies only to detached single-unit dwelling in the R-1C and R-3 zone districts. During the 2021 City Council strategic planning session, the potential to adopt such regulations in all residential zoning districts was identified as a priority. The topic was discussed by Council in May 2021, but there was a lack of consensus on how to proceed. The purpose of the May 16, 2022 study session is to discuss bulk plane again and seek direction on a potential ordinance. This memo contains background information as well as new content related to zoning analysis and public input.

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A request for approval of a zone change from Restricted-Commercial (R-C) to Planned Residential Development (PRD) with approval of an Outline Development Plan (ODP) for the development of fourteen single-family attached homes. ***THIS HEARING WAS CONTINUED FROM APRIL 25. COMMENT MAY BE SUBMITTED BELOW, AND THE HEARING WILL OCCUR ON MAY 9. ***

The floodplain maps for Jefferson County have been revised to include updates to the floodplain boundaries within three watersheds. The only watershed within the Wheat Ridge city limits is for a tributary to Sloan’s Lake. Adoption of the most current floodplain maps is required by the National Flood Insurance Program. In addition, staff is seeking to make other minor changes to the City’s floodplain regulations to add a couple of necessary definitions and clarify the adoption of the official floodplain maps.

On occasion, property owners or persons in charge of such properties, have failed to take corrective action to abate certain nuisance conditions on that property. Chronic nuisance properties have a tremendous negative impact upon the quality of life, safety and health of the neighborhoods where they are located. This ordinance will adopt a new Article V of Chapter 15 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws to provide additional tools for the Police Department to address chronic nuisance properties.

Illegal street racing is a dangerous activity which poses a threat to those citizens using both public and private roadways. Negative impacts of street racing include excessive noise at late hours, taking over of public property, dangerous stunts, and road racing that endangers the public as well as participants and on-lookers. The Wheat Ridge community has a low tolerance for this behavior. This proposed ordinance will create more tools for Law Enforcement to deter street racing.

The purpose of creating the 2023 Community Partners Grant Program Committee is to provide an additional opportunity for residents to participate in the budget process. This committee gives residents the opportunity to weigh community needs with available resources and provide recommendations to City Council.

There are currently four vacancies on various Boards and Commissions within the City of WheatRidge.

The purpose of this study session agenda item is for City Council to get an understanding of the purpose and anticipated outcomes of the Affordable Housing Strategy and Action Plan (“Plan”) and provide initial feedback on the project. Attachment 1 includes more detailed study session goals and three questions the project team would like for City Council to come to the meeting ready to discuss. This is the first of three anticipated Council meetings on this project in 2022.

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Motion to award the 2022 Slurry Seal Project to A-1 Chip Seal Company of Denver, Colorado and approve subsequent payments in the amount of $269,392.65, with a contingency amount of $13,469.00 for a total not to exceed amount of $282,861.65

Motion to award the 2022 Street Paint Project to RoadSafe Traffic Systems, Inc. of Englewood, Colorado and approve subsequent payments in the amount of $263,480, with a contingency amount of $13,174 for a total not to exceed amount of $276,654

Resolution No. 22-2022 - a resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2022 General Fund budget to reflect the approval of a supplemental budget appropriation in the amount of $71,500 for Metro Denver Homeless Initiative Flex Fund, PorchLight Family Justice Center and Community Table

Resolution No. 24-2022 - a resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2022 General Fund budget to reflect the approval of a supplemental budget appropriation in the amount of $50,500 for the addition of one full-time Human Resources Business Partner

Motion to award a contract and approve subsequent payment of $101,778.30 to OfficeScapes for the purchase and installation of office furniture for the 7490 W 45th Avenue building lease

Motion to approve the purchase of the tandem equipment upfit from Holman Upfitting Truck Services of Colorado Springs, Colorado in a total amount not to exceed $158,374

A request for approval of a zone change from Restricted-Commercial (R-C) to Planned Residential Development (PRD) with approval of an Outline Development Plan (ODP) for the development of fourteen single-family attached homes. ***THIS ITEM IS BEING CONTINUED TO MONDAY, MAY 9 AND WILL OPEN BACK UP FOR COMMENT ON FRIDAY, APRIL 29. ***

A request for approval of a zone change from Agricultural-One (A-1) to Planned Commercial Development (PCD) with approval of an Outline Development Plan (ODP) for the development of a tree service business.

Major subdivision for a mixed-use development creating 30 total lots and one (1) tract, consisting of one (1) commercial lot and 29 townhome units, plus common areas for open space, parking, access, and utilities.

Council Bill No. 04-2022 - an ordinance approving the rezoning of property located at 4501 Wadsworth Boulevard from Restricted Commercial (RC) to Mixed Use-Neighborhood (MU-N)

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Specific Development Plan (SDP) in the Applewood Village Shopping Center Planned Commercial Development (PCD) for a Valvoline Instant Oil Change center. Minor auto repair is a permitted use in the PCD.

The purpose of this study session agenda item is to update City Council on the Let’s TalkResident Engagement Program and to: 1. Share detailed reports from the recently completed Anderson Park and Fruitdale neighborhood resident engagement “blitzes”; and 2. Provide an update on the Let’s Talk Program Work Plan following completion of neighborhoods five and six of ten.

On November 15, 2021, City Council gave specific policy direction and made a consensus for staff to begin drafting an ordinance allowing Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). It was Council consensus for staff to return to a study session in early 2022 to present an ordinance framework based on the direction Council provided in the November study session. Since November, Planning Division staff have developed an ordinance framework based on the consensus of City Council.

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The police department has experienced increased calls for service, which has reduced the amount of unallocated time that patrol officers typically use to apply directed patrol and community policing activities. To address this concern, the police department recommends adding two (2) non-sworn tele-serve positions. The tele-serve positions will provide a convenient option for members of the community to report non-emergency calls by telephone, thereby freeing up patrol officers for better public engagement, allowing officers to increase proactive patrol and engage in Relationship-Based Policing strategies

Demand for the City’s Homeless Navigation Program’s services has continued to steadily rise sinceit began in December 2020. As this program grows, additional staff support is needed. This full-time Housing Navigator position will partner with the existing Homeless Navigator to connect the City’s unhoused population to resources and housing through 2026.

Zone change from Restricted Commercial (RC) to Mixed Use Neighborhood (MU-N) at 4501 Wadsworth Blvd. This will accommodate a wider range of permitted uses on the property in support of the City's vision for Wadsworth Boulevard.

Major subdivision for a mixed-use development creating 30 total lots and one (1) tract, consisting of one (1) commercial lot and 29 townhome units, plus common areas for open space, parking, access, and utilities.

The City is receiving historic and transformative funding from the federal government to respond to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The City received $2.5 million in 2020, through Jefferson County, from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) and will receive $7.9 million in Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) in 2021 and 2022. CARES funding was designed to help respond to the immediate financial impacts of the pandemic while APRA was approved to address the more strategic and long-term needs of communities.

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Resolution No. 12-2022, a resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2022 Public Art Fund Budget to reflect the approval of a supplemental budget appropriation in the amount of $185,000 for the Clear Creek Crossing public art installation

Resolution No. 13-2022, a resolution approving an intergovernmental agreement with Jefferson County concerning the release and use of electronic copies of building permits and plans for the purpose of assessing real property

Resolution No. 14-2022, a resolution approving an amended and restated intergovernmental agreement for the West Metro Drug Task Force

Resolution No. 15-2022, a resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2022 General Fund budget to reflect the approval of a supplemental budget appropriation in the amount of $34,058 for the purpose of approving a grant agreement with History Colorado’s State Historical Fund

Resolution No. 09-2022, a resolution approving the assignment to the Housing Authority of the City of Lakewood, Colorado, D/B/A Metro West Housing Solutions, of $1,789,050 of the City of Wheat Ridge, Colorado’s 2022 Private Activity Bond Volume Cap Allocation from the State Ceiling for Private Activity Bonds; and authorizing the execution and delivery of an Assignment and other documents in connection therewith

Council Bill No. 02-2022, an ordinance approving the rezoning of property located at 7585 W. 32nd Avenue from Restricted-Commercial (R-C) to Planned Residential Development (PRD). *This item is on first reading.*

Council Bill No. 03-2022, an ordinance approving the rezoning of property located at 4877 Robb Street from Agricultural-One (A-1) to Planned Commercial Development (PCD)

Resolution No. 16-2022, a resolution approving a memorandum of understanding between Porchlight, A Family Justice Center, and the City of Wheat Ridge concerning the provision of on-site police department services at the Center

A motion to approve subsequent payments of $100,000 to Logan Simpson, Ft. Collins, CO, for the Open Space Management Plan Project

The 2022 Colorado Legislative Update will be held on Monday, March 21, 2022 during a City Council study session. The Legislative Update is an opportunity for the City’s elected officials and staff to discuss legislative priorities, current legislation and Wheat Ridge positions/priorities for the 2022 session. Senator Jessie Danielson and Representative Monica Duran will be in attendance, and Colorado Municipal League Legislative Advocacy Manager Meghan Dollar will be available to review legislation and answer questions.

A request for approval of a replat to consolidate 23 lots into 3 lots to establish clear title for existing conditions on property zoned Mixed Use-Neighborhood (MU-N).

A request for approval of a zone change from Agricultural-One (A-1) to Planned Commercial Development (PCD) with approval of an Outline Development Plan (ODP) for the development of a tree service business.

Community First Foundation has been connecting donors and innovative Colorado nonprofits since 1975. As the community foundation serving Jefferson County, they are committed to connecting ideas, people and nonprofits so that all Jeffco communities have the opportunity to thrive. They help donors with philanthropic planning, support nonprofits with grants and resources, and together, build resilient and connected communities.

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Motion to cancel the March 14, 2022 Regular Meeting of the Wheat Ridge City Council

Resolution No. 08-2022 - A resolution approving Amendment No. 2 to the contract with the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) for the Improve Wadsworth Project

Motion to amend the contract for Right-of-Way Acquisition Services for the Improve Wadsworth Project with HDR Engineering, Inc., Denver, CO, for additional fees in the amount of $151,810.54 for a total cost of $1,804,912.82

Resolution No. 06-2022 – A resolution approving the First Amendment to an Enhanced Sales Tax Incentive Program (ESTIP) agreement with Applejack Wine and Spirits, LLC

Motion to amend the contract for Engineering Consulting Services for Phase II of the Improve Wadsworth Project with HDR Engineering, Inc., Denver, CO, for additional design fees in the amount of $169,463.51 for a total contract amount of $2,974,096.83

Resolution No. 10-2022 - A resolution approving a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Wheat Ridge Water District (WRWD) regarding the dedication of right-of-way for District facilities

Resolution No. 11-2022 - A resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Jefferson County Open Space to accept a trails grant in the amount of $196,668 for Clear Creek Trail improvements

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A resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2022 budget to reflect the approval of a supplemental budget appropriation for the re-appropriation and re-encumbrance of 2021 fiscal year encumbered funds in the amount of $4,475,027.97

Motion to approve installation of a traffic calming device on 46th avenue between Lamar Street and Jay Street in accordance with the neighborhood traffic management program

The applicant is requesting approval of a zone change at 9065 W. 38th Avenue from Residential-One (R-1) to Residential-One B (R-1B). The goal of the zone change and subsequent subdivision is to create two buildable parcels for single-family homes in keeping with the single family character of the area.

Motion to accept grants from the State of Colorado Highway Safety Office in the amount of $44,359 to provide education, outreach and enforcement for traffic and pedestrian safety

From time to time, a house or apartment will become the center of discontent in a neighborhood or apartment complex. Criminal activity and code violations will affect the quality of life in the surrounding community. Some of the calls for service that we see are assaults, narcotic violations, weapons violations, stolen vehicles, vehicle break-ins, excessive trash, weeds and unkept property. Police and Code Enforcement officers have limited ability to address individual complaints and violations. Due to multiple tenants, sub-letors and associated people, we are often unable to determine the suspect in the violation. We need the tools to address the underlying issues. The underlying issues are often related to property owners and/or tenants that are disengaged from the community. One group of tenants will leave and, another will come in and, the problems will begin again. More often than not, these homes have multiple, unrelated people living in them.

Delegation of Private Activity Bond Cap to Foothills Regional Housing

Request for 2022 Private Activity Bond Cap to Support Affordable Housing

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Motion to approve the purchase and payment of 2022 vehicle replacements and additions and the installation of lighting and auxiliary equipment in a total amount not to exceed $862,008

Motion to approve an amendment to a contract with Short Elliot Hendrickson, Inc., Denver, CO, and subsequent payments, in an amount not to exceed $592,858.94 for professional services to complete the construction plans and specifications for Wheat Ridge · Ward Station pedestrian bridge, plazas, and trail improvements

A Specific Development Plan (SDP) for a drive-thru coffee shop in the Clear Creek Crossing Planned Mixed Use Development (PMUD), located in Planning Area 4.

Resolution No. 01-2022 - resolution designating the municipal building main entrance display cabinet as the official public notice posting location and the Jeffco Transcript as the official newspaper of general circulation for the city publications in 2022

Motion to approve quarterly payments to the Jefferson County Communications Authority for E-911 call-taking and police radio dispatch services not to exceed $645,743 for 2022

Motion to approve payment to Colorado Intergovernmental Risk Sharing Agency (CIRSA) for 2022 property/casualty premium in the amount of $345,569.17

Motion to approve payment to Pinnacol Assurance for the 2022 workers compensation premium in the amount of $282,202

Motion to appoint Wanda Sang and Sunny Garcia to the Election Commission

Motion to appoint Kathy Plummer and Lindsay Burney to the Cultural Commission to fill vacancies term ending March 2, 2023

The owner of the property at 12100 W. 44th Avenue is requesting approval of a zone change from Commercial-One (C-1) to Mixed Use-Commercial (MU-C). The zone change is compatible with the area and will allow a wider range of potential land uses in the future, including residential workforce housing.

Request for approval of a major subdivision in the Residential-Three (R-3) zone district. The purpose of the subdivision is to allow each unit (22 total) to be sold separately and to plat common area tracts and easements. The Planning Commission has already approved a site plan under the R-3 standards for this property. However, the subdivision is required to be reviewed by City Council, per City Code.

Council Bill No. 01-2022 – an ordinance approving the rezoning of property located at 9605 W. 38th Avenue from Residential-One (R-1) to Residential-One B (R-1B) (Case No. WZ-21-12). *This item is on first reading. Comments will be accepted at time of the second reading and public hearing for this ordinance.*

Resolution No. 03-2022 – a resolution recognizing historical assets on the Lutheran Legacy Campus and supporting a good faith effort to preserve, rehabilitate and/or reuse the Blue House, Tucker Tent, and the Chapel of the Good Samaritan

Resolution No. 04-2022 – a resolution establishing the street width for 52nd Avenue from Ward Road to Tabor Street, for Tabor Street from 52nd Avenue to Ridge Road, and for Ridge Road from Tabor Street to the city boundary east of Simms Place

Resolution No. 05-2022 – a resolution approving a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Wheat Ridge and the Jefferson Center for Mental Health for mental health co-responder services

Jefferson County Public Health Update - JCPH staff will provide updates on the following health department programs at the January 3rd study session: 1. COVID – Christine Billings 2. Mental health and substance use treatment – Michael Miller, Sara Sweeterman and Amanda Davis 3. Food insecurity – Allyson Goto 4. Alcohol and substance use – Michael Miller 5. Housing 6. Vaping and tobacco – Katie Lazar and Donna Viverette

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The applicant is requesting approval of a zone change at 9065 W. 38th Avenue from Residential-One (R-1) to Residential-One B (R-1B). The goal of the zone change and subsequent subdivision is to create two buildable parcels for single-family homes in keeping with the single family character of the area.

Motion to approve monthly payments to Kaiser Permanente for January through December 2022 membership billing not to exceed a total of $2,800,000

Motion to adopt the 2022 City Council meeting calendar

Motion to cancel the December 20, 2021 study session of the Wheat Ridge City Council

Resolution No. 57-2021 - a resolution approving an intergovernmental agreement with Jefferson County Public Health for hosting youth community events

The applicant is requesting approval of a zone change from Planned Commercial Development (PCD) to Planned Mixed Use Development (PMUD) with an Outline Development Plan (ODP). The request will add an additional planning area to the Clear Creek Crossing Planned Mixed Use Development.

3. Council Bill No. 22-2021 - an ordinance approving the disposition of park land at Stites Park and in connection therewith authorizing an exchange of land to correct the property boundary

Council Bill No. 23-2021 - an ordinance approving the transfer of 4100 Gray Street through General Warranty Deed to the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado, in order to place a reverter on the property and return ownership to the City of Wheat Ridge through a Commissioner’s Deed

Council Bill No. 24-2021 - an ordinance approving the rezoning of property located at 12100 W. 44th Avenue from Commercial-One (C-1) to Mixed-Use-Commercial (MU-C) (Case No. WZ-21-10) *Public comment will be accepted when this ordinance is reviewed at a public hearing. The purpose of the first reading is simply to set the date of the public hearing.*

Resolution No. 58-2021 - a resolution approving the Amended and Restated Intergovernmental Agreement concerning animal sheltering, dog licensing and funding of the Foothills Animal Shelter

Item No. 1a - Motion to cancel the December 27, 2021 Regular Business Meeting of the Wheat Ridge City Council due to the Christmas holiday

Item No. 1b - Motion to appoint Councilmember Hultin to the Sustainable Wheat Ridge Committee

The applicant is requesting approval of a zone change at 6011 W. 44th Avenue from Restricted Commercial (RC) to Mixed Use-Commercial (MU-C). The zone change will result in a a zoning that more accurately reflects surrounding conditions and other nearby zoning designations.

Item No. 4 - Council Bill No. 23-2021 – an ordinance approving the transfer of 4100 Gray Street through General Warranty Deed to the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado, in order to place a reverter on the property and return ownership to the City of Wheat Ridge through a Commissioner’s Deed. *Public comment will be accepted when this ordinance is reviewed at a public hearing. The purpose of the first reading is simply to set the date of the public hearing.*

Item No. 3 - 3. Council Bill No. 22-2021 - an ordinance approving the disposition of park land at Stites Park and in connection therewith authorizing an exchange of land to correct the property boundary. *Public comment will be accepted when this ordinance is reviewed at a public hearing. The purpose of the first reading is simply to set the date of the public hearing.*

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The applicant is requesting approval of a zone change at 9065 W. 38th Avenue from Residential-One (R-1) to Residential-One B (R-1B). The goal of the zone change and subsequent subdivision is to create two buildable parcels for single-family homes in keeping with the single family character of the area. THIS ITEM HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR DECEMBER 16 PUBLIC HEARING AND WILL OPEN FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON DECEMBER 3.

Affordable housing continues to be identified as an issue by Wheat Ridge residents. On the biennial Resident Survey, respondents were asked to rate the “availability of affordable quality housing” in Wheat Ridge. Only 37% of respondents rated this characteristic of Wheat Ridge as excellent or good in 2021, a significant decrease from 51% in 2012

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Council Bill No. 20-2021 – an ordinance amending Chapter 26 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws concerning letter notice to property owners and occupants for development applications (Case no. ZOA-21-03)

The applicant is requesting approval of a 6 lot subdivision in the Residential-Three (R-3) zone district at 3900-3920 Upham. There are 2 existing single-family homes that will remain, creating 4 new lots for development.

An ordinance approving the rezoning of property located at approximately 4051 Clear Creek Drive from Planned Commercial Development (PCD) to Planned Mixed Use Development (PMUD) (Case No. WZ-21-04) This is a first reading. Public comment will be taken on the second reading.

Motion to approve payment to Tiimo Mang with Aethyrworks, LLC, in the amount of $185,000, for his public art piece entitled “Agrarian Calling,” to be installed at the Clear Creek Crossing Site

Resolution no. 55-2021 – a resolution adopting the Jefferson County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan, 2021 Update

Motion to Elect Mayor Pro Tem

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Resolution No. 52-2021 – a resolution authorizing a building lease between the City of Wheat Ridge and Concrete Works of Colorado for 7575 West 44th Avenue

Motion to approve payments to Insight Public Sector in the amount of $148,974.75 for the annual renewals of the Microsoft Enterprise Three-Year Agreement

Motion to cancel the November 1, 2021 study session of the Wheat Ridge City Council due to Municipal Election

Motion to award a contract and approve subsequent payments of $88,907.73 annually to Terracare Associates LLC., of Centennial, Colorado, for right-of-way maintenance services

The Lutheran Medical Campus is located at 8300 W. 38th Avenue in the heart of Wheat Ridge, and it has operated as a medical use since 1905. A new Lutheran hospital is currently being constructed at the Clear Creek Crossing development, and the hospital’s move presents a rare opportunity to reimagine the future of the Lutheran Legacy Campus. The Lutheran Legacy Campus Master Plan outlines a 20-year vision for the property and is based on six months of input from Wheat Ridge community members. Because the City’s 2009 Comprehensive Plan did not contemplate a potential change of use on the property, adoption of this master plan is a critical next in starting a new chapter for the property.

Council Bill No. 18-2021 – An Ordinance amending Chapter 11 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws by the addition of a new Article XIV entitled Hotel Licenses and in connection therewith, adding reference to extended stay lodging in Chapter 26 use schedules

The applicant is requesting approval of a zone change at 4535 Wadsworth Boulevard from Residential-Two (R-2) to Mixed Use-Neighborhood (MU-N). The zone change will result in a zoning that matches surrounding zoning designations, as well the character of the Wadsworth Corridor.

Council Bill No. 19-2021 - An ordinance approving the rezoning property located at 6011 W. 44th Avenue from Restricted Commercial (R-C) to Mixed Use – Commercial (MU-C) (Case No. WZ-21-07) Public comment will be accepted when this ordinance is reviewed at a public hearing. The purpose of the first reading is simply to set the date of the public hearing.

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The applicant is requesting approval of a 6 lot subdivision in the Residential-Three (R-3) zone district at 3900-3920 Upham. There are 2 existing single-family homes that will remain, creating 4 new lots for development.

The applicant is requesting approval of a 2-lot subdivision on property zoned Residential-One C (R 1C) and located at 2844 Depew. The property currently consists of 5 substandard lots. The purpose of the request is to demolish the existing structures and allow for the construction of two new single-family homes.

In 2019, the City of Wheat Ridge entered into a contract with Axon Enterprise Inc. for body-worn camera equipment and data storage. The contract includes the purchase of cameras, licenses, data storage, and auto-tagging ability. These services ensure that the Wheat Ridge Police Department is operating within the standards set forth by Colorado Senate Bill 20-217. Payment in the amount of $86,880 is due for 2021.

Within the City of Wheat Ridge, there are presently nine hotels with a total of approximately 972 rooms. While these nine hotels represent less than .05% of the total number of households and businesses in the City, the calls for service from the City’s Police Department to these establishments constitute approximately 10% of the total police calls. This ordinance will create a licensing program for hotels and require minimal amenities to provide safe and healthy environments for persons relying upon short-term and extended stay housing in Wheat Ridge.

Resolution No. 50-2021 - a resolution adopting the City budget and appropriating sums of money to the various funds and spending agencies for the City of Wheat Ridge, Colorado for the 2022 budget year Sections 10.7 and 10.9 of the Wheat Ridge City Charter requires that a public hearing on the proposed budget is conducted before its final adoption and that the budget be adopted by resolution on or before the final day (December 15, 2021) established by state statute for the certification of the next year’s tax levy to the county.

A resolution levying general property taxes for the year 2021, to help defray the costs of government for the City of Wheat Ridge, Colorado for the 2022 budget year This resolution authorizes the levying of property taxes for the 2021 fiscal year to help defray the cost of government in 2022.

The applicant is requesting approval of a zone change at 6011 W. 44th Avenue from Restricted Commercial (RC) to Mixed Use-Commercial (MU-C). The zone change will result in a a zoning that more accurately reflects surrounding conditions and other nearby zoning designations.

The Lutheran Medical Campus is located at 8300 W. 38th Avenue in the heart of Wheat Ridge. A new Lutheran hospital is being constructed at the Clear Creek Crossing development at the western edge of the City, and this move presents a rare opportunity to create a community vision for the future of the Lutheran Legacy Campus. The Lutheran Legacy Campus Master Plan is the culmination of five months of input from Wheat Ridge residents. The purpose of this master plan is to outline a 20-year vision for the property. It includes an overall development framework and detailed descriptions of the suitability of different land uses within the site. It summarizes key considerations for development within different zones of the property. It creates clear direction for future entitlements and rezonings, and it provides a menu of financing options to explore. The City’s 2009 comprehensive plan, Envision Wheat Ridge, did not contemplate a potential chance of use on the property, so adoption of this master plan is a critical next in a new chapter for the property. After a public hearing before the Planning Commission, the City Council will hold a public hearing on October 25 to make a final decision on adoption of the plan.

City Council has requested that the City offer recreation benefits to current and future members of all City Boards and Commissions. The Parks and Recreation Department was tasked with presenting City Council with a proposal. The Parks and Recreation Department would propose updating Administrative Policy No. 601-30 (City-wide Employee Recreation Benefits) to include active Board and Commission members. Benefits received would include: • Free drop-in use of the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center o Facility amenities include leisure and lap pool, fitness area, running track, racquetball courts, gymnasium, and locker rooms. Board and Commission members will be required to pay for services used (e.g., hourly babysitting rate and facility rentals). • Free drop-in use of the Wheat Ridge Outdoor Pool at Anderson Park o Facility amenities include 25 meter, 8-lane outdoor pool, slide, and leisure/play pool. Board and Commission members will need to fill out a Facility Pass Request form (attached for reference) receive to receive these benefits as a volunteer appreciation gift. This benefit is available to individuals actively serving and does not include family members.

Colorado Communities for Climate Action (CC4CA) is a coalition of counties and municipalities advocating for strong state and federal climate policy. To become a CC4CA member, all agencies are required to pass a resolution in support of joining the program.

Chapter 26 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws regarding outdoor recreational equipment on private property (Case No. ZOA-21-02)

Authorizing submittal of an application for a 2022 Colorado Parks and Wildlife Non-Motorized Trail Grant for consulting work from the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics

As a part of the 2022 budget process, staff conducted a survey of other Colorado municipalities concerning the compensation for Mayors and Councilmembers. Survey results indicated Wheat Ridge compensation is significantly lower than neighboring communities. This ordinance increases compensation for the Mayor, Councilmembers and Mayor Pro Tem and requires that this compensation is reviewed every six years by City Council.

The applicant is requesting approval of a zone change from Residential-Two (R-2) to Mixed Use-Neighborhood (MU-N) for property located at 4535 Wadsworth Boulevard. The zone change will result in a zoning that matches surrounding zoning designations, as well the character of the Wadsworth Corridor.

The applicant is requesting approval of a zone change at 4535 Wadsworth Boulevard from Residential-Two (R-2) to Mixed Use-Neighborhood (MU-N). The zone change will result in a zoning that matches surrounding zoning designations, as well the character of the Wadsworth Corridor.

Resolution No. 42-2021, a resolution authorizing submittal of an application for a 2022 Colorado Parks and Wildlife Non-motorized Trail Grant for Bass Lake Boardwalk Improvements

Resolution No. 45-2021, a resolution in support of an application to the Colorado Department of Local Affairs Affordable Housing Strategies Planning Grant Program for a Wheat Ridge Housing Strategy and Action Plan

The applicant is requesting approval of a major subdivision in the Mixed Use - Neighborhood (MU-N) zone district that would create 26 townhome lots and 2 tracts. The request will allow the townhomes (which are allowed by the MU-N zoning) to be sold separately and will prepare the site for development.

Council Bill No. 14-2021, an ordinance approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Wheat Ridge Urban Renewal Authority and in connection therewith approving the conveyances of real property to and from the City

Council Bill No. 15-2021, an ordinance revising compensation for the Mayor, Councilmembers and Mayor Pro Tem

The applicant is requesting approval of a major subdivision in the Mixed Use - Neighborhood (MU-N) zone district that would create 26 townhome lots and 2 tracts. The request will allow the townhomes (which are allowed by the MU-N zoning) to be sold separately and will prepare the site for development.

Development of the 2022 budget is underway. An important phase of this process is inviting the public to provide input to City Council prior to the presentation of the 2022 proposed budget. This public input opportunity is the second of two; the first opportunity for public input was during the regular City Council meeting on Monday, July 26, 2021. Members of the public are also able to provide input via the City’s community engagement platform at WhatsUpWheatRidge.com

The Wheat Ridge Recreation Center leisure pool shell needs to be resurfaced. The surface of the pool is designed to last between ten to twelve years, and it was last resurfaced in 2008. The current surface is cracking and has outlived its expected longevity. If the resurfacing is not completed, the pool shell can leak and create a potential safety issue for the guests using the facility.

The City recently conducted its workers’ compensation premium audit with Pinnacol Assurance for the year 2020. The audit resulted in a premium adjustment of $33,534. The increase is due to reassigning employees into more appropriate workers’ compensation codes to ensure adequate coverage, underestimating of payroll in 2019 for 2020 and omission of nonpaid boards and commissions members in the original quotation.

The Parks and Recreation department is applying for a Jefferson County Open Space Trails Partnership Program grant for improvements along two stretches of the Clear Creek Trail. The improvements would include upgrading sections of the trail from asphalt to concrete, adding additional wayfinding signage and making additional safety improvements. A resolution of support is required from the City Council to apply for this grant.

The Wheat Ridge Urban Renewal Authority dba Renewal Wheat Ridge (RWR) owns property located at 7690 W. 38th Avenue which has been under active environmental remediation since 2013. The Colorado Legislature passed Senate Bill 14-073 which provides a state income tax credit for the environmental remediation of contaminated land. State law requires that the City both pay for the remediation and own the land to be eligible for the tax credits. The City has on an annual basis provided funding to RWR to pay for the environmental remediation of the property. This ordinance will convey the property to the City in order to obtain the tax credit certificate and then convey the property back to RWR once the tax credits are secured so that RWR can sell the property to the Wheat Ridge Corners development for future redevelopment.

Representatives from Wheat Ridge Business District, Localworks and Carnation Festival will present each organization’s 2022 budget request to City Council for consideration.

City Council was provided with the background on the Lutheran Legacy Campus Master Plan at a study session on November 2, 2020. On January 25, 2021, Council awarded a contract to MIG, Inc. (MIG), a professional planning firm, to lead the community through the master planning process. Study sessions were held in May 2021 with City Council and Planning Commission to introduce the consultant team, share the existing conditions scan, and preview the public process. The purpose of the August 16 study session is to provide an update on the project, specifically to share public input to date and to seek direction related to development of a preferred concept.

On June 7, 2021, City Council discussed the topic of outdoor recreational equipment on private property. The topic was raised based on an increase in personal recreational equipment in the past year and also based on a specific homemade half pipe that exceeds 1000 square feet in size in a residential backyard.

Council Bill No. 13-2021, an ordinance amending Chapter 22 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, concerning taxation, and in connection therewith, approving an agreement with the Colorado Department of Revenue for use of the Department’s Sales and se Tax Software System and that it take effect fifteen days after adoption.

Section 10.15 of the Municipal Charter for the City of Wheat Ridge requires that an independent audit be performed annually of all City accounts. In 2020, the City received more than $750,000 in federal funds for Wadsworth Boulevard which also triggered a “single audit” of all federal funds. The CPA firm CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) performed both the City and federal audits of the City’s financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2020. Once again this year, the City received an unqualified opinion indicating that the City’s financial statements are fairly and appropriately presented. A representative from CLA will be at the August 9, 2021 City Council meeting to present the 2020 Financial Statements to Council for acceptance.

Resolution No. 39-2021, a resolution accepting title to real property within the City of Wheat Ridge. The City has received a Commissioners Deed from Jefferson County conveying property within the City boundaries adjacent to Simms Street. The City Attorney and staff recommend approval of this resolution accepting title.

The Race and Equity Task Force co-chairs will be presenting to City Council an update of the progress that has been made to date and the plan moving forward.

First Opportunity for Public input on the 2022 Budget

Motion to approve installation of traffic calming devices on Yarrow Street between 44th Avenue and 46th Avenue in accordance with the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP)

Motion to approve installation of a traffic calming devices on Ammons Street between 41st Avenue and 44th Avenue in accordance with the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP)

Council Bill No. 12-2021, an ordinance amending Chapter 7 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws concerning elections

Council Bill No. 13-2021, an ordinance amending Chapter 22 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, concerning taxation, and in connection therewith, approving an agreement with the Colorado Department of Revenue for use of the Department’s Sales and Use Tax Software System

Resolution No. 36-2021, a resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2021 General Fund budget to reflect the approval of a supplemental budget appropriation in the amount of $13,797 and to approve the Acknowledgement of Award Conditions with History Colorado’s State Historical Fund for planning and assessment work at the Richards-Hart Estate

Resolution No. 37-2021, a resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2021 General Fund budget to reflect the approval of a supplemental budget appropriation in the amount of $14,940 and to approve the Acknowledgement of Award Conditions with History Colorado’s State Historical Fund planning and assessment rehabilitation work at the Pioneer Sod House

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Council Bill No. 11-2021, an ordinance approving the disposal by demolition of city-owned buildings associated with the Improve Wadsworth Project

Council Bill No. 10-2021, an ordinance amending Chapters 2 and 26 of the Code of Laws of the City of Wheat Ridge to prohibit tents and makeshift structures within the floodplain and to amend the floodplain permitting and variance processes

Council Bill No. 12-2021, an ordinance amending Chapter 7 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws concerning elections. This is a first reading. Public comment will be accepted prior to the public hearing for this ordinance.

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1. Resolution No. 34-2021 – a resolution approving a major subdivision with two (2) lots and dedication of a public street at 4100 Wadsworth Boulevard in the Mixed Use – Commercial (MU-C) zone district The applicant is requesting approval of a major subdivision with two (2) lots and the dedication of right-of-way for a public street. The property is zoned Mixed Use - Commercial (MU-C) and the request is to prepare a vacant portion of the site for development.

Council Bill No. 10-2021, an ordinance amending Chapters 2 and 26 of the Code of Laws of the City of Wheat Ridge to prohibit tents and makeshift structures within the floodplain and to amend the floodplain permitting and variance processes

Council adopted the current Jefferson County Multi-hazard Mitigation Plan on August 22, 2016. The Federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires an adopted natural hazard mitigation plan be updated every five years as a condition of future funding for mitigation projects under Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) pre- and post-disaster mitigation grant programs. The City of Wheat Ridge has fully participated in the FEMA-prescribed mitigation planning process to help prepare this update to the 2016 Jefferson County Multi-hazard Mitigation Plan.

At the strategic planning retreat on February 20, 2021, City Council identified the need for a discussion about the mission, vision and funding of Localworks. Staff is requesting feedback on a proposed workplan to realize this priority.

The applicant is requesting approval of a major subdivision with two (2) lots and the dedication of right-of-way for a public street. The property is zoned Mixed Use - Commercial (MU-C) and the request is to prepare a vacant portion of the site for development.

Resolution No. 29-2021 – a resolution concerning the proposed financing of certain activities and undertakings within the I70/Kipling Corridors Urban Renewal Plan Area, and the proposed issuance of certain tax increment revenue refunding and improvement bonds by the Wheat Ridge Urban Renewal Authority in connection therewith; declaring the City Council’s present intent to appropriate funds to replenish the reserve fund securing such bonds, if necessary; and authorizing a cooperation agreement and other related actions