City Council
Regular MeetingCommerce City, CO · July 6, 2015
Minutes
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Meeting Minutes - Final
City Council
Monday, July 6, 2015 6:00 PM Council Chambers
1. Call to Order/Roll Call
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Commerce City was called to
order by Mayor Ford on July 6, 2015, at 6:00 PM.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Bullock, seconded by Councilman Teter, to
excuse Council members Amador and McEldowney from tonight's meeting.
VOTE: 7 aye, 2 excused (Amador, McEldowney)
Present: 7 - Mayor Sean Ford , Council Member Jim Benson, Council Member Rick A.
Teter, Council Member Crystal Elliott, Council Member Steven J. Douglas,
Council Member Jadie Carson and Mayor Pro Tem René Bullock
Excused: 2 - Council Member Andrew Amador and Council Member Jason
McEldowney
2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
3. Audience Introduction
The audience introduced themselves.
4. Proclamations and Recognitions
Proc 15-20 Parks & Recreation Month Proclamation
City Attorney Gehler read a proclamation declaring July 2015 as Parks and
Recreation Month.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Bullock, seconded by Council Member
Teter, that this proclamation be approved. VOTE:
Aye: 7- Mayor Ford, Council Member Benson, Council Member Teter, Council
Member Elliott, Council Member Douglas, Council Member Carson and
Mayor Pro Tem Bullock
Excused: 2- Council Member Amador and Council Member McEldowney
5. Citizen Communication
Jeffrey Justice, Longmont, spoke in support of Police Chief Smith and in opposition to
the FOP's vote of no confidence against the chief.
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Shirley Henni, 6390 Olive St., addressed council regarding traffic accidents at 64th &
Olive St.
Glenn Murray, 11010 Havana St., addressed council regarding noxious weeds and
maintenance of dirt roads.
Diane Thompson, 11462 Chambers Dr., addressed council regarding driveways in
Buffalo Run
Brian Ruden, 9670 Dallas St, addressed council regarding multiple marijuana
licenses in one location
6. Consent Agenda
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Bullock, seconded by Council Member
Teter, to approve the consent agenda as presented. ROLL CALL VOTE:
Aye: 7- Mayor Ford, Council Member Benson, Council Member Teter, Council
Member Elliott, Council Member Douglas, Council Member Carson and
Mayor Pro Tem Bullock
Excused: 2- Council Member Amador and Council Member McEldowney
Z-923-15 AN ORDINANCE REZONING THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN
EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF,
LOCATED AT 6310 POPLAR STREET, COMMERCE CITY,
COLORADO, AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO TO REFLECT SAID REZONING.
Ord 2056 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2015 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY THE RECOGNITION OF THE
TONY GRAMPSAS YOUTH SERVICES GRANT FUNDS IN THE
AMOUNT OF $79,119 FOR THE SUPPORT OF YOUTH MARIJUANA
USE PREVENTION AND THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE
EXPENDITURE THEREOF.
Ord 2057 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2015 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY THE RECOGNITION OF THE
ADAMS COUNTY OPEN SPACE GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT
OF $149,609 FOR THE SUPPORT OF IRRIGATION REPLACEMENT
PHASE I AT BUFFALO RUN GOLF COURSE AND THE
AUTHORIZATION OF THE EXPENDITURE THEREOF.
Ord 2058 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2015 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY THE RECOGNITION OF THE
ADAMS COUNTY OPEN SPACE GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT
OF $359,450 FOR THE SUPPORT OF THE SECOND CREEK
COMMUNITY PARK EXPANSION ACQUISITION PROJECT AND
THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE EXPENDITURE THEREOF.
Ord 2059 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2015 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
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COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY THE RECOGNITION OF THE
ADAMS COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
(CDBG) FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $165,000 FOR THE DERBY
INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT AND THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE
EXPENDITURE THEREOF.
Res 2015-61 RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF RECERTIFICATION APPLICATION
FOR QUALIFIED STATE ENTERPRISE ZONE AREAS WITHIN THE
CITY
7. Public Hearings
2015-45 RESOLUTION MAKING FINDINGS OF FACT BY THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMMERCE CITY AND ITS
CONCLUSION RELATIVE TO ELIGIBILITY OF ANNEXATION TO
THE CITY OF COMMERCE CITY OF THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
THE SOUTHEAST AND SOUTHWEST CORNERS OF HIGHWAY 85
AND EAST 104TH AVENUE, COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO IN
AN-235-15
NO. 2015-45
City Attorney Gehler stated the city received correspondence today, seeking to
withdraw the annexation petition.
A motion was made by Councilman Benson, seconded by Councilman Douglas to
accept the withdrawal of the annexation petition and cancel all public hearings related
thereto.
VOTE: 7 aye, 2 excused (Amador, McEldowney)
Z-922-15 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO
MARTY FARMS INDUSTRIAL CENTER PUD ZONE DOCUMENT.
Mayor Ford opened the public hearing.
Planner Paul Workman presented the case. The applicant is seeking an amendment
to the Marty Farms Industrial Center PUD zone document. The request includes
three standards: bulk standards, customized I-2 zoning, and increased design
standards.
No further comments were provided to council and the public hearing was closed.
A motion was made by Councilman Benson, seconded by Councilwoman Carson, to
accept the findings and recommendations of the planning commission.
VOTE: 7 aye, 2 excused (Amador, McEldowney)
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Bullock, seconded by Council Member
Teter, that this zoning ordinance be introduced by council as seated and
approved on first reading. VOTE:
Aye: 7- Mayor Ford, Council Member Benson, Council Member Teter, Council
Member Elliott, Council Member Douglas, Council Member Carson and
Mayor Pro Tem Bullock
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Excused: 2- Council Member Amador and Council Member McEldowney
Z-204-79-15 AN ORDINANCE REZONING THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN
EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF,
LOCATED AT 8600 ROSEMARY STREET, COMMERCE CITY,
COLORADO, AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO TO REFLECT SAID REZONING.
Mayor Ford opened the public hearing.
Caitlin Hasenbalg-Long presented the case. The applicant, South Adams County
Fire is seeking a rezoning in order to make improvements to the fire station site and
building. The planning commission held a public hearing and voted unanimously to
forward the case to council with a positive recommendation.
John Sattler, appeared on behalf of the applicant.
There was no further public comment and the public hearing portion was closed.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Carson, seconded by Councilman Teter, to
accept the findings and recommendations of the planning commission.
VOTE: 7 aye, 2 excused (Amador, McEldowney)
A motion was made by Council Member Douglas, seconded by Council
Member Teter, that this zoning ordinance be introduced by council as seated
and approved on first reading. VOTE:
Aye: 7- Mayor Ford, Council Member Benson, Council Member Teter, Council
Member Elliott, Council Member Douglas, Council Member Carson and
Mayor Pro Tem Bullock
Excused: 2- Council Member Amador and Council Member McEldowney
8. Resolutions
Res 2015-47 RESOLUTION APPROVING INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT
BETWEEN ADAMS COUNTY AND THE CITY OF COMMERCE CITY
REGARDING THE CONDUCT OF THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
A motion was made by Council Member Elliott, seconded by Council Member
Teter, that this resolution be adopted. VOTE:
Aye: 7- Mayor Ford, Council Member Benson, Council Member Teter, Council
Member Elliott, Council Member Douglas, Council Member Carson and
Mayor Pro Tem Bullock
Excused: 2- Council Member Amador and Council Member McEldowney
Res 2015-63 RESOLUTION AMENDING COUNCIL POLICY #CP-12 RELATIVE
TO CITY COUNCIL USE OF RECREATION FACILITIES, BUFFALO
RUN GOLF COURSE AND PARK SHELTERS
A motion was made by Council Member Teter, seconded by Council Member
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Douglas, that this resolution be adopted. VOTE:
Aye: 7- Mayor Ford, Council Member Benson, Council Member Teter, Council
Member Elliott, Council Member Douglas, Council Member Carson and
Mayor Pro Tem Bullock
Excused: 2- Council Member Amador and Council Member McEldowney
Res 2015-68 RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN ADAMS
COUNTY COORDINATING COMMITTEE AND THE CITY AND
COUNTY OF DENVER REGARDING DENVER INTERNATIONAL
AIRPORT
A motion was made by Council Member Teter, seconded by Council Member
Douglas, that this resolution be adopted. VOTE:
Aye: 7- Mayor Ford, Council Member Benson, Council Member Teter, Council
Member Elliott, Council Member Douglas, Council Member Carson and
Mayor Pro Tem Bullock
Excused: 2- Council Member Amador and Council Member McEldowney
9. Ordinances on 1st Reading
Ord 2060 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 5 OF THE COMMERCE
CITY REVISED MUNICIPAL CODE BY THE ADDITION OF ARTICLE
IX CONCERNING THE REPAIR OF CONSTRUCTION DEFECTS
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Bullock, seconded by Council Member
Douglas, that this ordinance be introduced by council as seated and approved
on first reading. VOTE:
Aye: 7- Mayor Ford, Council Member Benson, Council Member Teter, Council
Member Elliott, Council Member Douglas, Council Member Carson and
Mayor Pro Tem Bullock
Excused: 2- Council Member Amador and Council Member McEldowney
Ord 2063 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2015 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY THE RECOGNITION OF THE
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION GRANT IN
THE AMOUNT OF $15,128 FOR (DUI) ENFORCEMENT EFFORTS
AND THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE EXPENDITURE THEREOF.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Bullock, seconded by Council Member
Teter, that this ordinance be introduced by council as seated and approved on
first reading. VOTE:
Aye: 7- Mayor Ford, Council Member Benson, Council Member Teter, Council
Member Elliott, Council Member Douglas, Council Member Carson and
Mayor Pro Tem Bullock
Excused: 2- Council Member Amador and Council Member McEldowney
Ord 2065 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2015 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY THE RECOGNITION OF THE
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COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION GRANT IN
THE AMOUNT OF $3,190 FOR CLICK IT OR TICKET EFFORTS
AND THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE EXPENDITURE THEREOF.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Bullock, seconded by Council Member
Teter, that this ordinance be introduced by council as seated and approved on
first reading. VOTE:
Aye: 7- Mayor Ford, Council Member Benson, Council Member Teter, Council
Member Elliott, Council Member Douglas, Council Member Carson and
Mayor Pro Tem Bullock
Excused: 2- Council Member Amador and Council Member McEldowney
Ord 2064 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2015 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO, BY APPROPRIATING A PORTION
OF THE UNENCUMBERED FUND BALANCE OF THE GENERAL
FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $82,400 AND TRANSFERRING A
PORTION OF THE UNENCUMBERED FUND BALANCE IN THE
GENERAL FUND TO THE CIPP FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF
$39,380, TRANSFERRING $40,000 FROM THE SOLID WASTE
FUND TO THE CIPP FUND, $355,000 FROM THE IMPACT FEES
FUND TO THE CIPP FUND; APPROPRIATING A PORTION OF THE
UNENCUMBERED FUND BALANCE IN THE CIPP FUND IN THE
AMOUNT OF $550,000, URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY FUND IN
THE AMOUNT OF $50,000 AND THE POLICE DONATION FUND IN
THE AMOUNT OF $44,021.59 FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT OF
$1,160,801.59 AND REAFFIRMING PRIOR APPROPRIATIONS AND
AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE THEREOF
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Bullock, seconded by Council Member
Elliott, that this ordinance be introduced by council as seated and approved on
first reading. VOTE:
Aye: 7- Mayor Ford, Council Member Benson, Council Member Teter, Council
Member Elliott, Council Member Douglas, Council Member Carson and
Mayor Pro Tem Bullock
Excused: 2- Council Member Amador and Council Member McEldowney
10. Administrative Council Business
A motion was made by Councilman Benson, seconded by Councilman Douglas, to
direct staff to look into the shared driveway issue and ensure it doesn't happen again.
VOTE: 6 aye, 1 nay (Bullock), 2 excused (Amador, McEldowney)
A motion was made by Councilman Benson, seconded by Mayor Ford to hold a study
session regarding increasing the level of committment to securing a sit-down
restaurant in the northern part of the city.
VOTE: 7 aye, 2 excused (Amador, McEldowney)
Councilman Douglas expressed concern regarding property behind the
Seven-Eleven at 104th & Chambers property. He asked for an update on the
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modulars at the high school site and when the permanent structure is scheduled.
11. Reports
City Manager McBroom showed a quick Commerce City promotional video.
Mayor Ford reported on his attendance at various meetings and events during the
week.
12. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 8:55 pm.
In accord with the city charter, the city attorney read the title to all ordinances and
resolutions adopted by Council at this meeting.
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Agenda
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Meeting Agenda - Final
City Council
Monday, July 6, 2015 6:00 PM Council Chambers
1. Call to Order/Roll Call - 6:00
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Audience Introduction
4. Proclamations and Recognitions - 6:05
Proc 15-20 Parks & Recreation Month Proclamation
Attachments: Proclamation
5. Citizen Communication - 6:10
A Public Comment Roster is available immediately inside the Council Chambers. Anyone who would like to
address Council will be given the opportunity after signing the roster. Speakers should limit their comments to
three minutes.
6. Consent Agenda - 6:40
Z-923-15 AN ORDINANCE REZONING THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN
EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF,
LOCATED AT 6310 POPLAR STREET, COMMERCE CITY,
COLORADO, AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO TO REFLECT SAID REZONING.
Attachments: Ordinance Final
Ord 2056 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2015 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY THE RECOGNITION OF THE
TONY GRAMPSAS YOUTH SERVICES GRANT FUNDS IN THE
AMOUNT OF $79,119 FOR THE SUPPORT OF YOUTH MARIJUANA
USE PREVENTION AND THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE
EXPENDITURE THEREOF.
Attachments: Ordinance Final
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Ord 2057 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2015 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY THE RECOGNITION OF THE
ADAMS COUNTY OPEN SPACE GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT
OF $149,609 FOR THE SUPPORT OF IRRIGATION REPLACEMENT
PHASE I AT BUFFALO RUN GOLF COURSE AND THE
AUTHORIZATION OF THE EXPENDITURE THEREOF.
Attachments: Ordinance Final
Ord 2058 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2015 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY THE RECOGNITION OF THE
ADAMS COUNTY OPEN SPACE GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT
OF $359,450 FOR THE SUPPORT OF THE SECOND CREEK
COMMUNITY PARK EXPANSION ACQUISITION PROJECT AND THE
AUTHORIZATION OF THE EXPENDITURE THEREOF.
Attachments: Ordinance Final
Ord 2059 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2015 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY THE RECOGNITION OF THE
ADAMS COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
(CDBG) FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $165,000 FOR THE DERBY
INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT AND THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE
EXPENDITURE THEREOF.
Attachments: Ordinance Final
Res 2015-61 RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF RECERTIFICATION APPLICATION
FOR QUALIFIED STATE ENTERPRISE ZONE AREAS WITHIN THE
CITY
Attachments: Resolution
Letter
Map
7. Public Hearings - 6:45
2015-45 RESOLUTION MAKING FINDINGS OF FACT BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF COMMERCE CITY AND ITS CONCLUSION
RELATIVE TO ELIGIBILITY OF ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY OF THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE
SOUTHEAST AND SOUTHWEST CORNERS OF HIGHWAY 85 AND
EAST 104TH AVENUE, COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO IN AN-235-15
NO. 2015-45
Attachments: Resolution
Petition 2
Presentation
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Z-922-15 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO
MARTY FARMS INDUSTRIAL CENTER PUD ZONE DOCUMENT.
Attachments: Ordinance
Marty Farms PUD Amendment No. 2
PC Minutes
Staff Report
Vicinity Map
Applicant Narrative
Presentation
Z-204-79-15 AN ORDINANCE REZONING THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN
EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF,
LOCATED AT 8600 ROSEMARY STREET, COMMERCE CITY,
COLORADO, AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO TO REFLECT SAID REZONING.
Attachments: Ordinance
Narrative
PC Minutes
Staff Report
V-map
Presentation
8. Resolutions - 7:25
Res 2015-47 RESOLUTION APPROVING INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT
BETWEEN ADAMS COUNTY AND THE CITY OF COMMERCE CITY
REGARDING THE CONDUCT OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
Attachments: Resolution
IGA
Res 2015-63 RESOLUTION AMENDING COUNCIL POLICY #CP-12 RELATIVE TO
CITY COUNCIL USE OF RECREATION FACILITIES, BUFFALO RUN
GOLF COURSE AND PARK SHELTERS
Attachments: Resolution
Amended CP 12
Res 2015-68 RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN ADAMS
COUNTY COORDINATING COMMITTEE AND THE CITY AND
COUNTY OF DENVER REGARDING DENVER INTERNATIONAL
AIRPORT
Attachments: Resolution
IGA
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9. Ordinances on 1st Reading - 7:55
Ord 2060 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 5 OF THE COMMERCE CITY
REVISED MUNICIPAL CODE BY THE ADDITION OF ARTICLE IX
CONCERNING THE REPAIR OF CONSTRUCTION DEFECTS
Attachments: Ordinance
Presentation
Ord 2063 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2015 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY THE RECOGNITION OF THE
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION GRANT IN THE
AMOUNT OF $15,128 FOR (DUI) ENFORCEMENT EFFORTS AND
THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE EXPENDITURE THEREOF.
Attachments: Ordinance
Ord 2065 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2015 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY THE RECOGNITION OF THE
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION GRANT IN THE
AMOUNT OF $3,190 FOR CLICK IT OR TICKET EFFORTS AND THE
AUTHORIZATION OF THE EXPENDITURE THEREOF.
Attachments: Ordinance
Ord 2064 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2015 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO, BY APPROPRIATING A PORTION
OF THE UNENCUMBERED FUND BALANCE OF THE GENERAL
FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $82,400 AND TRANSFERRING A
PORTION OF THE UNENCUMBERED FUND BALANCE IN THE
GENERAL FUND TO THE CIPP FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $39,380,
TRANSFERRING $40,000 FROM THE SOLID WASTE FUND TO THE
CIPP FUND, $355,000 FROM THE IMPACT FEES FUND TO THE
CIPP FUND; APPROPRIATING A PORTION OF THE
UNENCUMBERED FUND BALANCE IN THE CIPP FUND IN THE
AMOUNT OF $550,000, URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY FUND IN
THE AMOUNT OF $50,000 AND THE POLICE DONATION FUND IN
THE AMOUNT OF $44,021.59 FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT OF
$1,160,801.59 AND REAFFIRMING PRIOR APPROPRIATIONS AND
AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE THEREOF
Attachments: Ordinance
2015 Reappropriation
10. Administrative Council Business - 8:35
11. Reports - 8:50
12. Adjourn - 9:05
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