City Council
Regular MeetingCommerce City, CO · September 17, 2018
Minutes
7887 E. 60th Ave.
Commerce City Commerce City, CO 80022
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Meeting Minutes
City Council
Monday, September 17, 2018 6:00 PM Council Chambers
Regular Meeting
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 September 17, 2018, at 6:00 PM.
Present: 9 - Mayor Sean Ford , Mayor Pro Tem Rick A. Teter, Council Member Crystal
Elliott, Council Member Steven J. Douglas, Council Member Benjamin
Huseman, Council Member Jose Guardiola, Council Member Nicole Frank,
Council Member Oscar Madera and Council Member Steve Davis
2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
3. Audience Introduction
The audience introduced themselves.
4. Citizen Communication
Susan Noble, 10642 Olathe St, asked council to direct staff to not enter into any
negotations related to oil and gas development in the city.
Eric Goodmansan, 11030 Riverbrooks Lane, Henderson, CO, asked council to require
oil and gas companies to compensate the city for road wear and tear from their trucks
using the city streets.
Lisa Goodmansan, 11030 Riverbrooks Lane, Henderson, CO, asked council to put a
pause on any oil and gas development in the city near residential neighborhoods.
Guillermo Serna, 14122 E 102nd Place, spoke about the history of oil and gas
development in the city.
5. Consent Agenda
A motion was made by Council Member Huseman, seconded by Council
Member Madera, to approve the consent agenda as presented. ROLL CALL
VOTE:
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Aye: 9- Mayor Ford, Mayor Pro Tem Teter, Council Member Elliott, Council
Member Douglas, Council Member Huseman, Council Member Guardiola,
Council Member Frank, Council Member Madera and Council Member
Davis
Min 18-74 Minutes of March 19, 2018
Min 18-77 Minutes of June 4, 2018
Min 18-78 Minutes of May 7, 2018
Min 18-79 Minutes of April 2, 2018
Min 18-80 Minutes of June 18, 2018
Ord 2167 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2018 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY THE RECOGNITION OF THE
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION GRANT IN THE
AMOUNT OF $4,500 FOR DUI ENFORCEMENT EFFORTS AND THE
AUTHORIZATION OF THE EXPENDITURE THEREOF.
Ord 2177 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2018 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO, BY APPROPRIATING PORTIONS OF
THE UNENCUMBERED FUND BALANCES OF THE GENERAL
FUND, FLEET FUND, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND, AND
POLICE DONATION FUND, TRANSFERRING TO DESIGNATED
FUNDS PORTIONS OF THE UNENCUMBERED FUND BALANCES IN
THE GENERAL FUND, WATER ACQUISITION FUND, AND CIPP
FUND, AND REAFFIRMING CERTAIN PRIOR APPROPRIATIONS,
FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT OF $4,419,222, AND AUTHORIZING THE
EXPENDITURE THEREOF.
Ord 2178 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 3-1200 OF THE COMMERCE
CITY REVISED MUNICIPAL CODE RELATIVE TO THE
AUTHORIZATION OF JURY FEES
Res 2018-70 RESOLUTION APPROVING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
INCENTIVES IN FAVOR OF LPC REUNION LLC FOR THE
ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION OF A FULL-SERVICE
RESTAURANT IN THE CITY OF COMMERCE CITY
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Res 2018-72 RESOLUTION APPROVING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT RETAINING KELLER ROHRBACK L.L.P. AS SPECIAL
COUNSEL AND AUTHORIZING LITIGATION FOR CLAIMS AGAINST
PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANIES AND DISTRIBUTORS
6. Public Hearings
Res 2018-68 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CANAL AVENUE METROPOLITAN
DISTRICT SERVICE PLAN AND THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF COMMERCE CITY AND THE
CANAL AVENUE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT IN CASE MD-107-18
Mayor Ford opened the public hearing.
Planner Robin Kerns presented on case MD-107-18. Mr. Kerns provided an overview of
the proposed metro district, the area of the district, financial obligations, metro district
criteria as outlined by the Colorado Revised Statutes, and the findings of the
development review team.
Council asked if the metro district will conform to the future land use plan, if there is
already interest in the metro district, and if the metro district includes residential
housing. Mr. Kerns clarified that the metro district does conform to the current land
use plan, there is already interest in the metro district for development, and there is no
residential housing in the metro district plan.
The developer came forward to inform the council that the plan is to have a 15 to 20
year buildout for the development of self-storage units.
Council asked if residents living to the east will have their view looking west impacted.
The developer said there will be some impact, but not substantial.
Council asked for clarification on the amounts and terms of the bonds being issued
over the length of the project. The developer clarified the intent behind the plan and the
amounts and terms used.
Mayor Ford closed the public hearing at 6:50 p.m.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Teter, seconded by Council Member
Frank, that this resolution be adopted. VOICE VOTE: Unanimous, all present
affirmed.
7. Ordinances on 1st Reading
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Ord 2180 AN ORDINANCE AMENDNING THE 2018 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY RECOGNIZING REGIONAL AIR
QUALITY COUNCIL GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED $18,000 FOR THE EVSE (ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY
EQUIPMENT) PROJECT AND THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE
EXPENDITURE THEREOF
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Teter, seconded by Council Member
Huseman, that this ordinance be introduced by council as seated and approved
on first reading. VOTE:
Aye: 9- Mayor Ford, Mayor Pro Tem Teter, Council Member Elliott, Council
Member Douglas, Council Member Huseman, Council Member Guardiola,
Council Member Frank, Council Member Madera and Council Member
Davis
Ord 2181 AN ORDINANCE CREATING SECTION 12-2011 OF THE COMMERCE
CITY REVISED MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING ENTRANCE UPON
CLOSED PUBLIC GROUNDS AND REPEALING ORDINANCE 2160.
A motion was made by Council Member Douglas, seconded by Council
Member Madera, that this ordinance be introduced by council as seated and
approved on first reading. VOTE:
Aye: 9- Mayor Ford, Mayor Pro Tem Teter, Council Member Elliott, Council
Member Douglas, Council Member Huseman, Council Member Guardiola,
Council Member Frank, Council Member Madera and Council Member
Davis
8. Administrative Council Business
A motion was made by Council Member Huseman, seconded by Council Member
Guardiola, to direct staff to look into amending the rules of the Bison Ridge Recreation
Center to allow non-profits to use the community room without a fee. VOICE VOTE:
Unanimous, all present affirmed.
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City Manager McBroom provided an overview of the seats that former Council Member
Diaz served on before his resignation, are now vacant and may be filled by another
council member.
A motion was made by Council Member Huseman, seconded by Council Member
Frank, to approve the appointments to the following boards and commissions:
School District 27J Education Foundation: Council Member Davis
NOISE: Council Member Huseman
School District 27J Facilities Foundation: Council Member Frank
Friends of the Front Range Wildlife Refuge: Council Member Huseman (regular),
Council Member Elliot (regular), Coucil Member Davis (alternate)
Water Commission: Council Member Douglas
ADCO ED - Council Member Davis (alternate)
CML Policy Committee - n/a
E-470: Council Member Davis (alterate)
NATA: Council Member Frank (alternate)
VOTE: Unanimous, all present affirmed.
9. Reports
City Manager McBroom highlighted items presented in his weekly report provided to
council earlier.
The mayor and council reported on their attendance at various meetings and events.
10. Executive Session
Mr. McBroom provided his monthly oil and gas update to council before entering into
the executive session.
A motion was made by Council Member Huseman, seconded by Council Member
Frank, to direct staff to continue discussions with oil and gas operators to identify
potential standards, conditions and best management practices to protect the health,
safety, and welfare of the public and to present such standards, conditions and
practices for public review and comment as soon as practicable. VOICE VOTE:
Unanimous, all present affirmed.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Teter, seconded by Council Member
Madera, to enter into executive session pursuant to CRS 24-6-402(4)(b and e) for
the purpose of determining positions and strategy and instructing negotiators
regarding the City's response to state oil and gas permit applications and
potential conditions for a future operator agreement with Extraction, LLC, and
receiving legal advice related thereto. VOICE VOTE: Unanimous, all present
affirmed.
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18-69 An executive session pursuant to CRS 24-6-402(4)(b and e) for the
purpose of determining positions and strategy and instructing negotiators
regarding the City's response to state oil and gas permit applications
and potential conditions for a future operator agreement with Extraction,
LLC, and receiving legal advice related thereto.
11. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by:
___________________________
Dylan A. Gibson, Deputy City Clerk
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Meeting Agenda - Final
City Council
Monday, September 17, 2018 6:00 PM Council Chambers
Regular Meeting
1. Call to Order/Roll Call - 6:00 PM
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Audience Introduction - 6:05 PM
4. Citizen Communication - 6:10 PM
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.
5. Consent Agenda - 6:40 PM
Min 18-74 Minutes of March 19, 2018
Attachments: Minutes
Min 18-77 Minutes of June 4, 2018
Attachments: Minutes
Min 18-78 Minutes of May 7, 2018
Attachments: Minutes
Min 18-79 Minutes of April 2, 2018
Attachments: Minutes
Min 18-80 Minutes of June 18, 2018
Attachments: Minutes
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City Council Meeting Agenda - Final September 17, 2018
Ord 2167 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2018 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY THE RECOGNITION OF THE
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION GRANT IN THE
AMOUNT OF $4,500 FOR DUI ENFORCEMENT EFFORTS AND THE
AUTHORIZATION OF THE EXPENDITURE THEREOF.
Attachments: Ordinance - Final
Ord 2177 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2018 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO, BY APPROPRIATING PORTIONS OF THE
UNENCUMBERED FUND BALANCES OF THE GENERAL FUND, FLEET
FUND, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND, AND POLICE DONATION
FUND, TRANSFERRING TO DESIGNATED FUNDS PORTIONS OF THE
UNENCUMBERED FUND BALANCES IN THE GENERAL FUND, WATER
ACQUISITION FUND, AND CIPP FUND, AND REAFFIRMING CERTAIN PRIOR
APPROPRIATIONS, FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT OF $4,419,222, AND
AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE THEREOF.
Attachments: Ordinance - Final
Ord 2178 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 3-1200 OF THE COMMERCE
CITY REVISED MUNICIPAL CODE RELATIVE TO THE AUTHORIZATION
OF JURY FEES
Attachments: Ordinance - Final
Res 2018-70 RESOLUTION APPROVING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVES
IN FAVOR OF LPC REUNION LLC FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT AND
OPERATION OF A FULL-SERVICE RESTAURANT IN THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY
Attachments: Resolution
Res 2018-72 RESOLUTION APPROVING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
RETAINING KELLER ROHRBACK L.L.P. AS SPECIAL COUNSEL AND
AUTHORIZING LITIGATION FOR CLAIMS AGAINST PHARMACEUTICAL
COMPANIES AND DISTRIBUTORS
Attachments: Resolution
Retention Agreement
6. Public Hearings - 6:45 PM
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Res 2018-68 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CANAL AVENUE METROPOLITAN
DISTRICT SERVICE PLAN AND THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF COMMERCE CITY AND THE
CANAL AVENUE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT IN CASE MD-107-18
Attachments: Resolution
Exhibits
Vicinity Map
Presentation
7. Ordinances on 1st Reading - 7:05 PM
Ord 2180 AN ORDINANCE AMENDNING THE 2018 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY RECOGNIZING REGIONAL AIR
QUALITY COUNCIL GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$18,000 FOR THE EVSE (ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT)
PROJECT AND THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE EXPENDITURE
THEREOF
Attachments: Ordinance
Ord 2181 AN ORDINANCE CREATING SECTION 12-2011 OF THE COMMERCE
CITY REVISED MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING ENTRANCE UPON
CLOSED PUBLIC GROUNDS AND REPEALING ORDINANCE 2160.
Attachments: Ordinance
Presentation
8. Administrative Council Business - 7:15 PM
18-77 City Council Boards and Committees Assignments
Attachments: Boards and Committees for City Council Appointment
Boards and Committees for City Council Appointment - Former Council Member Diaz's Seats On
9. Reports - 7:45 PM
10. Executive Session - 8:00 PM
18-69 An executive session pursuant to CRS 24-6-402(4)(b and e) for the
purpose of determining positions and strategy and instructing negotiators
regarding the City's response to state oil and gas permit applications and
potential conditions for a future operator agreement with Extraction, LLC,
and receiving legal advice related thereto.
Attachments: Presentation
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11. Adjourn - 8:30 PM
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