City Council
Regular MeetingDenver, CO · August 6, 2018
Minutes
City Council Minutes
Meeting Date: Monday, August 6, 2018 5:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council member Gilmore led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Council members Brooks, Herndon, Kniech, and López arrived late.
Present: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
18-0867 Minutes of Monday, July 30, 2018
The minutes of Monday, July 30, 2018 were approved.
Approved
The minutes of meeting date, Monday, July 30, 2018, were distributed to Council.
Council President Clark ordered the minutes approved.
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council members Ortega, Kashmann, Susman, Brooks, and Clark offered
announcements.
PRESENTATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
PROCLAMATIONS
RESOLUTIONS
Business, Arts, Workforce & Aeronautical Services Committee
Block Vote
Block Vote
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn, to
approve the following items en bloc. The motion carried by the following vote:
Approved the consent agenda
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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18-0793 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Denver-DBA, MCITP/MCTS
Computer & Limousine Services, S-Corp to perform the patron shuttle
services for events at Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
Amends a contract with Denver-DBA, MCITP/MCTS Computer & Limousine Services,
doing business as Denver Limo, Inc. by adding $375,000 for a new total of $675,000
and three years for a new end date of 3-31-21 for shuttle services for employees,
guests, and patrons during events at Red Rocks Amphitheatre
(THTRS-201627334-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 8-27-18. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 7-25-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn,
that Council Resolution 18-0793 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
Finance & Governance Committee
18-0734 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement by and between the
City and County of Denver and Kronos Incorporated to provide cloud
hosted software services for employee time keeping.
Approves a five-year $3,713,550 contract with Kronos Incorporated for a
cloud-based application to manage schedules, track time and attendance, administer
absence and leave, and measure productivity for all City employees (TECHS -
201841702). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review
period is on 8-27-18. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-10-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn,
that Council Resolution 18-0734 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
18-0792 A resolution approving and providing for the execution of a
proposed amended grant agreement between the City and County of
Denver and the State of Colorado concerning the "Persistent Drunk
Drivers" program and the funding therefor.
Adds $87,763 and one year to a grant agreement with Denver County Court for
a new total of $538,385.46 through 6-30-19 for reimbursement of treatment
and other required intervention costs for certain individuals with persistent
drunk driving offenses (201417917-06). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-27-18. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-24-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn,
that Council Resolution 18-0792 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
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Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
18-0799 A resolution declaring the intent of the City and County of Denver,
Colorado to use its best efforts to issue housing revenue bonds or
mortgage credit certificates to provide financing of residential facilities for
low- and middle-income families or persons; prescribing certain terms and
conditions of such bonds and certificates; and containing other provisions
relating to the proposed issuance of such bonds and certificates.
Declares the intent of the City to use its best efforts to issue housing revenue bonds
or mortgage credit certificates to provide financing of residential facilities for low-
and middle-income families or persons; prescribing certain terms and conditions of
such bonds and certificates; and containing other provisions relating to the proposed
issuance of such bonds and certificates. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 7-24-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn,
that Council Resolution 18-0799 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
18-0812 A resolution adopting the Denver City Council Workplace Policies.
Adopts proposed Council policies regarding promoting a respectful and nonviolent
workplace. The Committee approved filing this resolution at its meeting on 7-24-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn,
that Council Resolution 18-0812 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
18-0813 A resolution amending the Denver City Council Rules of Procedure
to provide for a censure process.
Adopts a Council Rule regarding censure of its membership by the body. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-24-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn,
that Council Resolution 18-0813 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
18-0795 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the City
street system a parcel of land as a public alley bounded by West 17th
Avenue, North Irving Street, West 18th Avenue and North Julian Street.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right-of-way as public alley located at the alley
bounded by West 17th Avenue, North Irving Street, West 18th Avenue, and North
Julian Street in Council District 3. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 7-24-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn,
that Council Resolution 18-0795 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
18-0796 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the City
street system a parcel of land as North Xavier Street near the intersection
of West Colfax Avenue and North Xavier Street.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right-of-way as North Xavier Street located at
the intersection of West Colfax Avenue and North Xavier Street in Council District 1.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-24-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn,
that Council Resolution 18-0796 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
18-0768 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Correctional Management, Inc. for community
corrections services.
Approves a one-year $5,969,544 contract with Correctional Management, Inc. for
community corrections services (2018-42072). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-27-18. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-25-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn,
that Council Resolution 18-0768 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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18-0770 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and RRK Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Independence
House, Inc., for community corrections services.
Approves a one-year $2,766,744 contract with RRK Enterprises, Inc. doing business
as Independence House, for community corrections services (2018-42071). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-27-18.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-25-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn,
that Council Resolution 18-0770 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
18-0801 A resolution approving and providing for the execution of a
proposed grant agreement between the City and County of Denver and the
United States Department of Health and Human Services concerning the
"Head Start FY18-19" program and the funding therefor.
Accepts a $9,188,648 Head Start grant from the United States Department of
Health and Human Services to operate the Denver Great Kids Head Start
program (201842237). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 8-27-18. The Committee approved filing this item
at its meeting on 7-25-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn,
that Council Resolution 18-0801 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
18-0802 A resolution approving a proposed Escrow Agreement between the
City and County of Denver, Curtis Park Group, LLC, Root Residential, LLC,
and U.S. Bank National Association to satisfy an amended affordable
housing plan for the S*Park project as an alternate to compliance with the
Inclusionary Housing Ordinance.
Approves an agreement with Curtis Park Group, LLC; Root Residential, LLC; and
U.S. Bank National Association to create an escrow agreement for $3,596,953.08 to
create 14 affordable multi-bedroom units located at 2642-2658 Arapahoe Street to
satisfy the affordable housing requirements imposed for the S*Park development at
2500 and 2600 Arapahoe Street in Council District 9 (FINAN-201843335-00). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-27-18.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-25-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn,
that Council Resolution 18-0802 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Finance & Governance Committee
18-0797 A bill for an ordinance approving six (6) metropolitan district
Service Plans for the creation of The River Mile Metropolitan District No. 1,
The River Mile Metropolitan District No. 2, The River Mile Metropolitan
District No. 3, The River Mile Metropolitan District No. 4, The River Mile
Metropolitan District No. 5, and The River Mile Platte Valley Metropolitan
District.
Approves six separate Service Plans for the formation and establishment of six Title
32 districts: The River Mile Metropolitan District No. 1, The River Mile Metropolitan
District No. 2, The River Mile Metropolitan District No. 3, The River Mile Metropolitan
District No. 4, The River Mile Metropolitan District No. 5, and The River Mile Platte
Valley Metropolitan District in Council District 9. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 7-24-18.
Council Bill 18-0797 was ordered published with a future required public hearing on
8-13-18.
Ordered published with future required public hearing
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
18-0766 A bill for an ordinance approving and providing for the execution of
a proposed contract between the City and County of Denver and the State
of Colorado concerning the "Community Corrections FY18-19" program and
the funding therefor.
Approves a one-year $17,472,090.96 contract with the State of Colorado for the
fiscal year 2018-2019 Community Corrections Program (2018-42827). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-27-18.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-25-18.
Council Bill 18-0766 was ordered published on first reading.
Ordered published on first reading
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BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Business, Arts, Workforce & Aeronautical Services Committee
18-0775 A bill for an ordinance concerning the Airport Facilities of the City
and County of Denver; authorizing the issuance of the "City and County of
Denver, Colorado, for and on behalf of its Department of Aviation, Airport
System Subordinate Revenue Bonds, Series 2018A" in the maximum
aggregate principal amount of $3,100,000,000 for the purposes of paying
the costs of the Series 2018A Project, the "City and County of Denver,
Colorado, for and on behalf of its Department of Aviation, Airport System
Subordinate Revenue Bonds, Series 2018B" in the maximum aggregate
principal amount of $400,000,000 for the purposes of paying the costs of
the Series 2018B Project, and the "City and County of Denver, Colorado, for
and on behalf of its Department of Aviation, Airport System Subordinate
Revenue Bonds, Series 2018C" in the maximum aggregate principal
amount of $3,100,000,000 for the purposes of paying the costs of the
Series 2018C Project, provided that the total maximum aggregate principal
amount of the Series 2018A Bonds and the Series 2018C Bonds shall not
exceed $3,100,000,000, and providing other details in connection
therewith; providing the amount, terms and other details of such bonds;
authorizing the execution of certain related agreements; ratifying action
previously taken; providing for other related matters; and providing the
effective date of this ordinance.
Authorizes the issuance of City and County of Denver, for and on behalf of its
Department of Aviation, Airport Subordinate Revenue Bonds, Series 2018A-C in an
amount not to exceed $3.5 billion for funding Airport capital improvements,
refunding airport bonds and paying costs of issuance expenses. The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-20-18. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-18-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Herndon,
that Council Bill 18-0775 be placed upon final consideration and do pass. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
18-0776 A bill for an ordinance concerning the Airport Facilities of the City
and County of Denver; providing for the administration of certain
passenger facility charges; ratifying action previously taken; providing for
other related matters; and providing the effective date of this ordinance.
Authorizes the adoption of a Passenger Facility Charges (PFCs) Supplemental
Ordinance, allowing for changes to the treatment and administration of Passenger
Facility Charges at Denver International Airport. The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-20-18. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-18-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Herndon,
that Council Bill 18-0776 be placed upon final consideration and do pass. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
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Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
18-0777 A bill for an ordinance concerning the Airport System of the City
and County of Denver; amending and restating Ordinance No. 626 of Series
1984, as previously amended, known as the “1984 Airport System General
Bond Ordinance”; concerning the Airport Facilities of the City and County of
Denver; establishing general provisions relating to Airport System Revenue
Bonds to be issued by the City, for and on behalf of its Department of
Aviation; providing the forms, terms, and conditions of the Bonds, the
manner and terms of their issuance, the manner of their execution, the
method of their payment, and the security therefor; providing for the
collection and disposition of revenues derived from the operation of such
Airport Facilities; pledging such revenues to the payment of the Bonds;
providing various covenants, agreements, and other details, and making
other provisions concerning Airport Facilities, the Bonds, Refunding and
Improvement Projects, and Airport Facilities Revenues; ratifying action
previously taken and relating to the foregoing matters; providing other
matters relating thereto; declaring an emergency; and providing the
effective date hereof.
Amends and restates the City’s Airport System General Bond Ordinance 626, Series
of 1984, to incorporate previously enacted amendments and certain technical
amendments. The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review
period is on 8-20-18. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-18-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilwoman
Kniech, that Council Bill 18-0777 be placed upon final consideration and do pass. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
Finance & Governance Committee
18-0773 A bill for an ordinance amending the classification and pay plan for
employees in the Career Service and for certain employees not in the
Career Service.
Changes the title of Senior Director of Airport Infrastructure Management to Senior
Director of Aviation. The Committee approved filing this item by consent on 7-17-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn,
that Council Bill 18-0773 be placed upon final consideration and do pass en bloc,
carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
18-0742 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Revocable License and
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and School District No.
1 in the City and County of Denver and the State of Colorado for
rehabilitation and improvements to the parking lot at All City Stadium and a
Denver Public School.
Approves an intergovernmental agreement with Denver Public Schools (DPS) for
$38,000 in City funds and $30,000 in DPS funds for improvements to the All City
Stadium East Parking Lot including portions of Veteran’s Park in Council District 6
(201841898-00). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 8-20-18. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 7-17-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn,
that Council Bill 18-0742 be placed upon final consideration and do pass en bloc,
carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
18-0743 A bill for an ordinance authorizing the issuance of City and County
of Denver, Colorado, Dedicated Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2018A, and City
and County of Denver, Colorado, Dedicated Tax Revenue Bonds, Taxable
Series 2018B, for the purpose of financing and defraying the cost of
acquiring, constructing, installing and improving the National Western
Center campus, together with all necessary, incidental or appurtenant
properties, facilities, equipment and costs; authorizing the execution of
certain agreements and providing other details in connection therewith;
ratifying action previously taken relating thereto; providing other matters
relating thereto; and providing the effective date thereof.
Authorizes the City to issue Dedicated Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2018A-B, in a par
amount not to exceed $300 million for the purpose of funding the development of
the National Western Center and the costs of issuance in Council District 9. The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-20-18.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-10-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn,
that Council Bill 18-0743 be placed upon final consideration and do pass en bloc,
carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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18-0765 A bill for an ordinance relinquishing the easement reserved in
Ordinance No. 20170391, Series of 2017, recorded with the Denver Clerk &
Recorder at Reception No. 2017059362, located near the intersection of
West 4th Avenue and North Kalamath Street.
Relinquishes the easement in its entirety established in Vacating Ordinance No.
20170391 located near West 4th Avenue and Kalamath Street in Council District 7.
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-20-18. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-17-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn,
that Council Bill 18-0765 be placed upon final consideration and do pass en bloc,
carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
18-0788 AS AMENDED a bill for an ordinance amending Title 28, Article IV of
the Revised Municipal Code of the City and County of Denver regarding the
prohibition of discriminatory practices in purchase and rental housing
transactions on the basis of source of income.
Prohibits discrimination in the sale or rental of housing based on buyer’s or renter’s
source of income. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-18-18. Amended 7-30-18 to exempt people who rent out a single unit from the
prohibitions in the bill.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Herndon,
that Council Bill 18-0788 be placed upon final consideration and do pass as amended.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass as amended
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega (11)
Nay: Flynn, Susman (2)
RECAP OF BILLS TO BE CALLED OUT
PRE-RECESS ANNOUNCEMENT
Council President Clark announced that tonight, there will be a
required public hearing on Council Bill 18-0668, changing the zoning
classification for 2900 South University Boulevard in Wellshire; a
required public hearing on 18-0688, designating 2900 South
University Boulevard, the Wellshire Park Cottage, as a structure for
preservation; and, a required public hearing on Council Bill 18-0699,
changing the zoning classification for 10050 and 10150 East Harvard
Avenue and 2570 South Dayton Way in the Hampden neighborhood.
Anyone wishing to speak on any of these matters must see the
Council Secretary to receive a speaker card to fill out and return to
her during the recess of Council.
RECESS
Council took a recess.
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COUNCIL RECONVENES AND RESUMES ITS REGULAR SESSION
PUBLIC HEARINGS - BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
18-0668 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2900
South University Boulevard in Wellshire.
Approves an official map amendment to rezone property located at 2900 South
University Boulevard from S-SU-F to S-SU-F UO-3 (adding conservation overlay to
existing zoning) with Waiver in Council District 4. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 6-26-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman
Kashmann, that Council Bill 18-0668 be placed upon final consideration and do pass.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Council sat as a Committee of the Whole commencing at 6:27 p.m., Council President
Clark presiding, to hear speakers on Council Bill 18-0668. PJ Patierno signed up to
speak in favor of the bill. No speakers signed up to speak in opposition of the bill.
Andrew Webb of Community Planning and Development delivered the Staff Report.
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
18-0688 A bill for an ordinance designating 2900 South University
Boulevard, the Wellshire Park Cottage, as a structure for preservation.
Approves an individual landmark designation for property located at 2900 South
University Boulevard in Council District 4. The Committee approved filing this item
at its meeting on 6-26-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Flynn,
was followed by a motion offered by Councilwoman Susman, duly seconded by
Councilman Herndon, that Council Bill 18-0688 be amended to correct the date of
the Landmark Preservation Commission hearing for this designation. The motion to
amend carried by the following vote:
Amended
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman
Kashmann, that Council Bill 18-0688 be placed upon final consideration and do pass
as amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass as amended
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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18-0699 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 10050
& 10150 East Harvard Avenue and 2570 South Dayton Way in the Hampden
neighborhood.
Approves an official map amendment to rezone land at 10050 East Harvard Avenue,
10150 East Harvard Avenue, and 2570 South Dayton Way from R-2-A to S-MU-5
and S-MU-8 (residential in the former zoning code to suburban, mixed-use) in
Council District 4. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
6-26-18.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilwoman
Ortega, that Council Bill 18-0699 be placed upon final consideration and do pass. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Council sat as a Committee of the Whole commencing at 6:57 p.m., Council President
Clark presiding, to hear speakers on Council Bill 18-0699. Richard Sidoroff signed up to
speak in favor of the bill. No speakers signed up to speak in opposition of the bill.
Jeffrey Hirt of Community Planning and Development delivered the Staff Report.
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
PRE-ADJOURNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
ADJOURN
There being no further business before the City Council, Council President Clark
adjourned the meeting at 7:18 p.m.
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PENDING
FOR 8-20-18:
18-0705 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 5611
East Iowa Avenue in Virginia Village.
Approves an official map amendment to rezone property located at 5611 East Iowa
Avenue from S-SU-D to S-RH-2.5 (suburban, single-unit to suburban, rowhouse) in
Council District 6. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-10-18.
Final Consideration
Required Public Hearing
A motion offered by Councilwoman Gilmore, duly seconded by Councilman Herndon,
that Council Bill 18-0705 be taken out of order. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Took out of order
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
A motion offered by Councilwoman Susman, duly seconded by Councilman Herndon,
that Council Bill 18-0705 be placed upon final consideration and do pass, was
followed by a motion offered by Councilwoman Susman, duly seconded by
Councilman Herndon, that Council Bill 18-0705 be postponed to 8-27-18. The motion
to postpone carried by the following vote:
Postponed to a date certain
Aye: Black, Brooks, Clark, Espinoza, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon,
Kashmann, Kniech, López, New, Ortega, Susman (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
President
Attested by me with the Corporate Seal of the City and County of Denver
Clerk and Recorder, Ex-Officio Clerk
of the City and County of Denver
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City Council Meeting of Monday, August 6, 2018
City and County of Denver
Robin Kniech........................At Large Jolon Clark.........................District 7
Deborah “Debbie” Ortega.......At Large Christopher Herndon............District 8
Rafael G. Espinoza...............District 1 Albus Brooks.......................District 9
Kevin Flynn.........................District 2 Wayne New.......................District 10
Paul D. López......................District 3 Stacie Gilmore...................District 11
Kendra Black.......................District 4 Leon Mason..........................Director
Mary Beth Susman...............District 5 Kelly Velez...............................Clerk
Paul Kashmann....................District 6
Room 451
City & County Building
1437 Bannock Street
Denver CO 80202
Phone: 720-337-2000
Email: dencc@denvergov.org
City Council Agenda Monday, August 6, 2018
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
18-0867 Minutes of Monday, July 30, 2018
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRESENTATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
PROCLAMATIONS
RESOLUTIONS
Business, Arts, Workforce & Aeronautical Services
Committee
18-0793 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Denver-DBA, MCITP/MCTS
Computer & Limousine Services, S-Corp to perform the patron shuttle
services for events at Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
Amends a contract with Denver-DBA, MCITP/MCTS Computer & Limousine Services,
doing business as Denver Limo, Inc. by adding $375,000 for a new total of $675,000
and three years for a new end date of 3-31-21 for shuttle services for employees,
guests, and patrons during events at Red Rocks Amphitheatre
(THTRS-201627334-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 8-27-18. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 7-25-18.
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Finance & Governance Committee
18-0734 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement by and between the
City and County of Denver and Kronos Incorporated to provide cloud
hosted software services for employee time keeping.
Approves a five-year $3,713,550 contract with Kronos Incorporated for a
cloud-based application to manage schedules, track time and attendance, administer
absence and leave, and measure productivity for all City employees (TECHS -
201841702). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review
period is on 8-27-18. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-10-18.
18-0792 A resolution approving and providing for the execution of a
proposed amended grant agreement between the City and County of
Denver and the State of Colorado concerning the "Persistent Drunk
Drivers" program and the funding therefor.
Adds $87,763 and one year to a grant agreement with Denver County Court for
a new total of $538,385.46 through 6-30-19 for reimbursement of treatment
and other required intervention costs for certain individuals with persistent
drunk driving offenses (201417917-06). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-27-18. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-24-18.
18-0799 A resolution declaring the intent of the City and County of Denver,
Colorado to use its best efforts to issue housing revenue bonds or
mortgage credit certificates to provide financing of residential facilities for
low- and middle-income families or persons; prescribing certain terms and
conditions of such bonds and certificates; and containing other provisions
relating to the proposed issuance of such bonds and certificates.
Declares the intent of the City to use its best efforts to issue housing revenue bonds
or mortgage credit certificates to provide financing of residential facilities for low-
and middle-income families or persons; prescribing certain terms and conditions of
such bonds and certificates; and containing other provisions relating to the proposed
issuance of such bonds and certificates. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 7-24-18.
18-0812 A resolution adopting the Denver City Council Workplace Policies.
Adopts proposed Council policies regarding promoting a respectful and nonviolent
workplace. The Committee approved filing this resolution at its meeting on 7-24-18.
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18-0813 A resolution amending the Denver City Council Rules of Procedure
to provide for a censure process.
Adopts a Council Rule regarding censure of its membership by the body. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-24-18.
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
18-0795 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the
City street system a parcel of land as a public alley bounded by West 17th
Avenue, North Irving Street, West 18th Avenue and North Julian Street.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right-of-way as public alley located at the alley
bounded by West 17th Avenue, North Irving Street, West 18th Avenue, and North
Julian Street in Council District 3. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 7-24-18.
18-0796 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the
City street system a parcel of land as North Xavier Street near the
intersection of West Colfax Avenue and North Xavier Street.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right-of-way as North Xavier Street located at
the intersection of West Colfax Avenue and North Xavier Street in Council District 1.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-24-18.
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
18-0768 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Correctional Management, Inc. for community
corrections services.
Approves a one-year $5,969,544 contract with Correctional Management, Inc. for
community corrections services (2018-42072). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-27-18. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-25-18.
18-0770 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and RRK Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Independence
House, Inc., for community corrections services.
Approves a one-year $2,766,744 contract with RRK Enterprises, Inc. doing business
as Independence House, for community corrections services (2018-42071). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-27-18.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-25-18.
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18-0801 A resolution approving and providing for the execution of a
proposed grant agreement between the City and County of Denver and the
United States Department of Health and Human Services concerning the
"Head Start FY18-19" program and the funding therefor.
Accepts a $9,188,648 Head Start grant from the United States Department of
Health and Human Services to operate the Denver Great Kids Head Start
program (201842237). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 8-27-18. The Committee approved filing this item
at its meeting on 7-25-18.
18-0802 A resolution approving a proposed Escrow Agreement between the
City and County of Denver, Curtis Park Group, LLC, Root Residential, LLC,
and U.S. Bank National Association to satisfy an amended affordable
housing plan for the S*Park project as an alternate to compliance with the
Inclusionary Housing Ordinance.
Approves an agreement with Curtis Park Group, LLC; Root Residential, LLC; and
U.S. Bank National Association to create an escrow agreement for $3,596,953.08 to
create 14 affordable multi-bedroom units located at 2642-2658 Arapahoe Street to
satisfy the affordable housing requirements imposed for the S*Park development at
2500 and 2600 Arapahoe Street in Council District 9 (FINAN-201843335-00). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-27-18.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-25-18.
BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Finance & Governance Committee
18-0797 A bill for an ordinance approving six (6) metropolitan district
Service Plans for the creation of The River Mile Metropolitan District No. 1,
The River Mile Metropolitan District No. 2, The River Mile Metropolitan
District No. 3, The River Mile Metropolitan District No. 4, The River Mile
Metropolitan District No. 5, and The River Mile Platte Valley Metropolitan
District.
Approves six separate Service Plans for the formation and establishment of six Title
32 districts: The River Mile Metropolitan District No. 1, The River Mile Metropolitan
District No. 2, The River Mile Metropolitan District No. 3, The River Mile Metropolitan
District No. 4, The River Mile Metropolitan District No. 5, and The River Mile Platte
Valley Metropolitan District in Council District 9. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 7-24-18.
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Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
18-0766 A bill for an ordinance approving and providing for the execution
of a proposed contract between the City and County of Denver and the
State of Colorado concerning the "Community Corrections FY18-19"
program and the funding therefor.
Approves a one-year $17,472,090.96 contract with the State of Colorado for the
fiscal year 2018-2019 Community Corrections Program (2018-42827). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-27-18.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-25-18.
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BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Business, Arts, Workforce & Aeronautical Services
Committee
18-0775 A bill for an ordinance concerning the Airport Facilities of the City
and County of Denver; authorizing the issuance of the "City and County of
Denver, Colorado, for and on behalf of its Department of Aviation, Airport
System Subordinate Revenue Bonds, Series 2018A" in the maximum
aggregate principal amount of $3,100,000,000 for the purposes of paying
the costs of the Series 2018A Project, the "City and County of Denver,
Colorado, for and on behalf of its Department of Aviation, Airport System
Subordinate Revenue Bonds, Series 2018B" in the maximum aggregate
principal amount of $400,000,000 for the purposes of paying the costs of
the Series 2018B Project, and the "City and County of Denver, Colorado, for
and on behalf of its Department of Aviation, Airport System Subordinate
Revenue Bonds, Series 2018C" in the maximum aggregate principal
amount of $3,100,000,000 for the purposes of paying the costs of the
Series 2018C Project, provided that the total maximum aggregate principal
amount of the Series 2018A Bonds and the Series 2018C Bonds shall not
exceed $3,100,000,000, and providing other details in connection
therewith; providing the amount, terms and other details of such bonds;
authorizing the execution of certain related agreements; ratifying action
previously taken; providing for other related matters; and providing the
effective date of this ordinance.
Authorizes the issuance of City and County of Denver, for and on behalf of its
Department of Aviation, Airport Subordinate Revenue Bonds, Series 2018A-C in an
amount not to exceed $3.5 billion for funding Airport capital improvements,
refunding airport bonds and paying costs of issuance expenses. The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-20-18. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-18-18.
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18-0776 A bill for an ordinance concerning the Airport Facilities of the City
and County of Denver; providing for the administration of certain
passenger facility charges; ratifying action previously taken; providing for
other related matters; and providing the effective date of this ordinance.
Authorizes the adoption of a Passenger Facility Charges (PFCs) Supplemental
Ordinance, allowing for changes to the treatment and administration of Passenger
Facility Charges at Denver International Airport. The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-20-18. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-18-18.
18-0777 A bill for an ordinance concerning the Airport System of the City
and County of Denver; amending and restating Ordinance No. 626 of Series
1984, as previously amended, known as the “1984 Airport System General
Bond Ordinance”; concerning the Airport Facilities of the City and County of
Denver; establishing general provisions relating to Airport System Revenue
Bonds to be issued by the City, for and on behalf of its Department of
Aviation; providing the forms, terms, and conditions of the Bonds, the
manner and terms of their issuance, the manner of their execution, the
method of their payment, and the security therefor; providing for the
collection and disposition of revenues derived from the operation of such
Airport Facilities; pledging such revenues to the payment of the Bonds;
providing various covenants, agreements, and other details, and making
other provisions concerning Airport Facilities, the Bonds, Refunding and
Improvement Projects, and Airport Facilities Revenues; ratifying action
previously taken and relating to the foregoing matters; providing other
matters relating thereto; declaring an emergency; and providing the
effective date hereof.
Amends and restates the City’s Airport System General Bond Ordinance 626, Series
of 1984, to incorporate previously enacted amendments and certain technical
amendments. The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review
period is on 8-20-18. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-18-18.
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Finance & Governance Committee
18-0773 A bill for an ordinance amending the classification and pay plan
for employees in the Career Service and for certain employees not in the
Career Service.
Changes the title of Senior Director of Airport Infrastructure Management to Senior
Director of Aviation. The Committee approved filing this item by consent on 7-17-18.
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
18-0742 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Revocable License
and Agreement between the City and County of Denver and School District
No. 1 in the City and County of Denver and the State of Colorado for
rehabilitation and improvements to the parking lot at All City Stadium and a
Denver Public School.
Approves an intergovernmental agreement with Denver Public Schools (DPS) for
$38,000 in City funds and $30,000 in DPS funds for improvements to the All City
Stadium East Parking Lot including portions of Veteran’s Park in Council District 6
(201841898-00). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 8-20-18. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 7-17-18.
18-0743 A bill for an ordinance authorizing the issuance of City and County
of Denver, Colorado, Dedicated Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2018A, and City
and County of Denver, Colorado, Dedicated Tax Revenue Bonds, Taxable
Series 2018B, for the purpose of financing and defraying the cost of
acquiring, constructing, installing and improving the National Western
Center campus, together with all necessary, incidental or appurtenant
properties, facilities, equipment and costs; authorizing the execution of
certain agreements and providing other details in connection therewith;
ratifying action previously taken relating thereto; providing other matters
relating thereto; and providing the effective date thereof.
Authorizes the City to issue Dedicated Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2018A-B, in a par
amount not to exceed $300 million for the purpose of funding the development of
the National Western Center and the costs of issuance in Council District 9. The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-20-18.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-10-18.
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18-0765 A bill for an ordinance relinquishing the easement reserved in
Ordinance No. 20170391, Series of 2017, recorded with the Denver Clerk &
Recorder at Reception No. 2017059362, located near the intersection of
West 4th Avenue and North Kalamath Street.
Relinquishes the easement in its entirety established in Vacating Ordinance No.
20170391 located near West 4th Avenue and Kalamath Street in Council District 7.
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-20-18. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-17-18.
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
18-0788 AS AMENDED a bill for an ordinance amending Title 28, Article IV
of the Revised Municipal Code of the City and County of Denver regarding
the prohibition of discriminatory practices in purchase and rental housing
transactions on the basis of source of income.
Prohibits discrimination in the sale or rental of housing based on buyer’s or renter’s
source of income. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-18-18. Amended 7-30-18 to exempt people who rent out a single unit from the
prohibitions in the bill.
RECAP OF BILLS TO BE CALLED OUT
PRE-RECESS ANNOUNCEMENT
Tonight, there will be a required public hearing on Council Bill
18-0668, changing the zoning classification for 2900 South
University Boulevard in Wellshire; a required public hearing on
18-0688, designating 2900 South University Boulevard, the
Wellshire Park Cottage, as a structure for preservation; and, a
required public hearing on Council Bill 18-0699, changing the
zoning classification for 10050 and 10150 East Harvard Avenue and
2570 South Dayton Way in the Hampden neighborhood. Anyone
wishing to speak on any of these matters must see the Council
Secretary to receive a speaker card to fill out and return to her
during the recess of Council.
RECESS
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COUNCIL RECONVENES AND RESUMES ITS REGULAR
SESSION
PUBLIC HEARINGS - BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
18-0668 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2900
South University Boulevard in Wellshire.
Approves an official map amendment to rezone property located at 2900 South
University Boulevard from S-SU-F to S-SU-F UO-3 (adding conservation overlay to
existing zoning) with Waiver in Council District 4. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 6-26-18.
18-0688 A bill for an ordinance designating 2900 South University
Boulevard, the Wellshire Park Cottage, as a structure for preservation.
Approves an individual landmark designation for property located at 2900 South
University Boulevard in Council District 4. The Committee approved filing this item
at its meeting on 6-26-18.
18-0699 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for
10050 & 10150 East Harvard Avenue and 2570 South Dayton Way in the
Hampden neighborhood.
Approves an official map amendment to rezone land at 10050 East Harvard Avenue,
10150 East Harvard Avenue, and 2570 South Dayton Way from R-2-A to S-MU-5
and S-MU-8 (residential in the former zoning code to suburban, mixed-use) in
Council District 4. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
6-26-18.
PRE-ADJOURNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
ADJOURN
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PENDING
FOR 8-13-18:
18-0617 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification of 2500
East 44th Avenue, 4348 Columbine Street, 4301 & 4349 Elizabeth Street in
the Elyria Swansea neighborhood.
Rezones property located at 2500 East 44th Avenue, 4348 Columbine Street, 4301
and 4349 Elizabeth Street from E-TU-B to PUD-G 18 (urban edge to planned
development) in Council District 9. If ordered published, a public hearing will be
held on Monday, 8-13-18. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 6-19-18.
Final Consideration
Required Public Hearing
18-0691 A resolution to set a public hearing on Service Plans for the
formation and establishment of six (6) Title 32 Districts: The River Mile
Metropolitan District No. 1; The River Mile Metropolitan District No. 2; The
River Mile Metropolitan District No. 3; The River Mile Metropolitan District
No. 4; The River Mile Metropolitan District No. 5; The River Mile Platte
Valley Metropolitan District.
Sets a public hearing before City Council on 8-13-18 to approve the service plans for
the formation and establishment of six Title 32 districts: The River Mile Metropolitan
District No. 1, The River Mile Metropolitan District No. 2, The River Mile Metropolitan
District No. 3, The River Mile Metropolitan District No. 4, The River Mile Metropolitan
District No. 5, and The River Mile Platte Valley Metropolitan District all located in
Council District 9. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
6-26-18.
FOR 8-20-18:
18-0705 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 5611
East Iowa Avenue in Virginia Village.
Approves an official map amendment to rezone property located at 5611 East Iowa
Avenue from S-SU-D to S-RH-2.5 (suburban, single-unit to suburban, rowhouse) in
Council District 6. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-10-18.
Final Consideration
Required Public Hearing
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FOR 8-27-18:
18-0774 A resolution to set a public hearing on Service Plans for two new
metropolitan districts titled West Lot Metropolitan District No. 1 and West
Lot Metropolitan District No. 2.
Sets a public hearing before City Council on 8-27-18 on the West Lot Metropolitan
District No. 1 and West Lot Metropolitan District No. 2 in Council District 9. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-17-18.
FOR 9-10-18:
18-0763 A resolution to set a public hearing on the approval of the Service
Plan for a new metropolitan district 2000 Holly Metropolitan District.
Sets a public hearing on 9-10-18 before City Council on the 2000 Holly Metropolitan
District in Council District 6. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 7-17-18.
18-0764 A resolution to set a public hearing on Service Plans for two new
metropolitan districts titled 4201 Arkansas Metropolitan District No. 1 and
4201 Arkansas Metropolitan District No. 2.
Sets a public hearing before City Council on 9-10-18 on the 4201 Arkansas
Metropolitan District No. 1 and the 4201 Arkansas Metropolitan District No. 2 in
Council District 6. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-17-18.
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