City Council
Regular MeetingDenver, CO · April 12, 2021
Minutes
City Council Minutes
Meeting Date: Monday, April 12, 2021 5:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Sawyer led the Pledge of Allegiance.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Councilmember Sawyer led the Land Acknowledgement.
ROLL CALL
Present: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
21-0411 Minutes of Monday, April 5, 2021
The minutes of Monday, April 5, 2021 were distributed to members of Council.
Council President Gilmore ordered the minutes approved.
Approved
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmembers CdeBaca, Sawyer, Sandoval and Herndon offered announcements.
PRESENTATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
PROCLAMATIONS
21-0422 A proclamation recognizing the life and legacy of Dr. Cornelia Vertenstein.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Ortega, that Council Proclamation 21-0422 be adopted. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
21-0423 A proclamation declaring April 12 - 18 Youth Violence Prevention Week.
A motion offered by Councilmember Kashmann, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Proclamation 21-0423 be adopted. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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RECAP OF BILLS TO BE CALLED OUT
Items called out for a separate vote:
PENDING
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
21-0257 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 4735
North Quitman Street in Berkeley.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-C to U-SU-C1 (allows for
an accessory dwelling unit), located at 4735 Quitman Street in Council District 1. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-16-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Bills 21-0257 and 21-0258 be taken out of order en bloc. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Took out of order
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Bills 21-0257 and 21-0258 be placed upon final consideration
and do pass en bloc, was followed by a motion offered by Councilmember Herndon,
duly seconded by Councilmember Ortega, that final consideration of Council Bills
21-0257 and 21-0258, with their public hearings, be postponed to Monday, April 26,
2021 en bloc. The motion to postpone carried by the following vote:
Postponed
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
21-0258 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 4530
North Winona Court in Berkeley and 4345 North Bryant Street in
Sunnyside.
Approves a map amendment to rezone properties from U-SU-C1 to U-SU-B1 (allows
for an accessory dwelling unit), located at 4530 Winona Court and 4345 Bryant
Street in Council District 1. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 3-16-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Bills 21-0257 and 21-0258 be taken out of order en bloc. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Took out of order
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Bills 21-0257 and 21-0258 be placed upon final consideration
and do pass en bloc, was followed by a motion offered by Councilmember Herndon,
duly seconded by Councilmember Ortega, that final consideration of Council Bills
21-0257 and 21-0258, with their public hearings, be postponed to Monday, April 26,
2021 en bloc. The motion to postpone carried by the following vote:
Postponed
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
BLOCK VOTE
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, to approve the following items en bloc. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Approved the consent agenda
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
RESOLUTIONS
Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee
21-0264 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Bellco Credit Union to revise
the Rights and Benefits and the associated Fees and to extend the term for
exclusive naming rights for the Colorado Convention Center
Theater/Performing Art Space.
Amends a sponsorship contract with Bellco Credit Union for naming rights and
consumer and commercial banking sponsorship at the Colorado Convention Center
Lecture Hall in Council District 9 by adding two years for a new end date of 12-31-29
and modifying the sponsorship fee schedule due to the COVID-19 pandemic. No
change to contract amount (THTRS-201839921). The last regularly scheduled
Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 5-3-21. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-31-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-0264 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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21-0265 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Swire Pacific Holdings, Inc. to
extend the services for an additional period for beverage services and the
right to select advertising and promotions at various events.
Amends a sponsorship contract with Swire Pacific Holdings, Inc. for non-alcoholic
beverage sponsorship at City Venues by adding $55,000 for a new total of
$1,775,000 and one year for a new end date of 6-30-23 and modifying the
sponsorship fee schedule due to the COVID-19 pandemic (THTRS-201735492). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
5-3-21. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-31-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-0265 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
21-0344 A resolution approving a proposed Contract between the City and
County of Denver and IHC Scott, Inc. concerning the rehabilitation of the
Runway 16L-34R and Taxiway Z complex at Denver International Airport.
Approves a contract with IHC Scott, Inc. for $23,555,608.22 and for 140 days for the
rehabilitation of the Runway 16L-34R and Taxiway Z complex, which will remove
and replace deteriorated concrete pavement and upgrade the airfield lighting system
at Denver International Airport (202056997). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 5-3-21. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 3-31-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-0344 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
Finance & Governance Committee
21-0355 A resolution amending the Denver City Council Rules of Procedure.
Changes City Council rules of procedure to reflect modernization of City Council
meetings. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 4-6-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-0355 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
21-0343 A resolution approving a proposed Design Services Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Consor Engineers, LLC dba
Apex Design to provide professional design services for the Federal
Boulevard Transit Speed and Reliability Improvement Project in Council
Districts 1, 2, 3 and 7.
Approves a contract with CONSOR Engineers, LLC doing business as Apex Design, for
$750,000 and through 10-31-23 to provide professional design services for the
Federal Boulevard Transit Speed and Reliability Improvement Project in Council
Districts 1, 2, 3 and 7 (202158009). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 5-3-21. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 3-30-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-0343 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
21-0345 A resolution approving and providing for the execution of a
proposed amended Grant Agreement between the City and County of
Denver and the State Board of the Great Outdoors Colorado Trust Fund
(GOCO) for the “My Outdoor Colorado” program and the funding therefor.
Approves a grant agreement with The State Board of the Great Outdoors Colorado
Trust Fund (GOCO) for $3,935,700.04 and through 9-30-24 for the My Outdoor
Colorado coalition programming for the Westwood and Cole neighborhoods,
engaging youth and families in outdoor programming in Council Districts 3 and 9
(202158240). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review
period is on 5-3-21. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
3-30-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-0345 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
21-0320 A resolution approving a proposed Third Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and K-M Concessions, LLC to
extend the term and increase funding.
Amends a contract with KM Concessions, LLC by adding $2,000,000 for a new total
of $7,645,405 and 122 days for a new end date of 6-30-21 to provide support for
food, snacks and beverages at the Denver Coliseum and portions of National
Western complex to support auxiliary shelters in the City in response to the
COVID-19 pandemic (HOST-202157947). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 5-3-21. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 3-31-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-0320 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
21-0335 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless to
administer and operate a Tenant Based Rental Assistance (“TBRA”)
Program.
Approves a contract with the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless for $1,762,219
and through 12-31-23 to provide Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA), utility
assistance, and supportive services to households that are experiencing
homelessness or are at imminent risk thereof, citywide (HOST 202157456). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 5-3-21.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-31-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-0335 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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21-0336 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and the Colorado Housing Assistance Corporation
(CHAC) to administer and provide a down payment assistance program to
low/moderate income households in the City & County of Denver.
Approves a contract with the Colorado Housing Assistance Corporation (CHAC) for
$1,350,000 and through 12-31-23 to provide down payment assistance to
low/moderate income households, citywide (HOST 202057141). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 5-3-21. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-31-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-0336 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
21-0337 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Jewish Family Service of Colorado, Inc. to
provide homeless prevention and rapid rehousing services to low-income
households who are experiencing housing instability due to the
Coronavirus pandemic.
Approves a contract with Jewish Family Service of Colorado for $700,000 and
through 9-30-22 to provide homeless prevention and rapid rehousing services to
low-income households who are experiencing housing instability, citywide
(HOST-202157697). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 5-3-21. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 3-31-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-0337 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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21-0340 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Urban Peak Denver to provide rapid rehousing
and supportive housing services to youth experiencing homelessness ages
18-24 earning 30% AMI or below, citywide.
Approves a contract with Urban Peak Denver for $900,000 and through 12-31-23 to
provide rapid rehousing and supportive housing services to youth experiencing
homelessness ages 18-24 earning 30% AMI or below, citywide (HOST 202057241).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
5-3-21. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-31-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-0340 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
21-0341 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Urban Peak Denver to provide shelter operations
and programs for youth aged 15-24 experiencing homelessness, citywide.
Approves a contract with Urban Peak Denver for $660,000 and through 12-31-21 to
provide shelter operations and programs for youth aged 15-24 experiencing
homelessness, citywide (HOST 202057240). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 5-3-21. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 3-31-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-0341 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Finance & Governance Committee
21-0216 A bill for an ordinance relocating Denver’s medical marijuana code
into Chapter 6 and combining it with Denver’s retail marijuana code,
renaming Chapter 6 to Alcohol Beverages and Cannabis, providing for
additional local license types authorized by state law, and making
conforming amendments to the Code pursuant to state law.
Amends various sections of the Denver Revised Municipal Code by relocating
Denver’s medical marijuana code into Chapter 6 and combining it with Denver’s
retail marijuana code, renaming Chapter 6 to Alcohol Beverages and Cannabis,
providing for additional local license types authorized by state law, including
delivery, and making conforming amendments to the Code pursuant to state law.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-16-21.
Council Bill 21-0216 was ordered published
Ordered published
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21-0217 A bill for an ordinance amending the alcohol beverages and retail
marijuana chapter of the Denver Revised Municipal Code to allow for the
licensing and operation of marijuana hospitality businesses and retail
marijuana hospitality and sales businesses within the City.
Amends various sections of the Denver Revised Municipal Code to allow for the
licensing and operation of marijuana hospitality businesses and retail marijuana
hospitality and sales businesses within the City. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 3-16-21.
Council Bill 21-0217 was ordered published
Ordered published
21-0222 A bill for an ordinance making rescissions from and appropriations
in the General Fund.
Approves a rescission from General Fund Contingency of $350,000 to provide
a supplemental appropriation in the Department of Excise and Licenses to
support the implementation of new marijuana hospitality business licenses
and marijuana delivery licenses and to modernize all marijuana license types
to allow online submission; and authorizes the appropriation of $120,000 in
General Fund Contingency for new revenue to be generated in 2021 through
the new marijuana licenses.
Council Bill 21-0222 was ordered published
Ordered published
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
21-0308 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2000
West Virginia Avenue in Athmar Park.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-SU-Dx to E-SU-D1x (allows
for an accessory dwelling unit), located at 2000 West Virginia Avenue in Council
District 7. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-30-21.
Council Bill 21-0308 was ordered published with a future required public hearing on
5-10-21
Ordered published with a future required public hearing
21-0333 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 3001
South Federal Boulevard in Harvey Park South.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from CMP-EI2 to PUD-G 24, PUD-G
25 and U-MX-3 with waivers (rezoning of Loretto Heights campus), located at 3001
South Federal Boulevard in Council District 2. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 3-30-21.
Council Bill 21-0333 was ordered published with a future required public hearing on
5-10-21
Ordered published with a future required public hearing
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21-0342 A bill for an ordinance amending Chapter 54 of the Denver Revised
Municipal code to enable and administer a transportation demand
management program for new developments.
Amends Chapter 54 of the Denver Revised Municipal Code to enable and administer
a Transportation Demand Management (TDM) program for new developments. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-30-21.
Council Bill 21-0342 was ordered published
Ordered published
BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
City Council - Direct Files
21-0351 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed donation of surplus
American Bison from the City and County of Denver to American Indian
Tribes and Non-Profit Organizations.
Allows the city to donate surplus bison to American Indian Tribes and non-Profit
organizations. Councilmember Torres approved direct filing this item on 4-1-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Bill 21-0351 be placed upon final consideration and do pass en
bloc, carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
Finance & Governance Committee
21-0326 A bill for an ordinance approving the City Council reappointment of
Jane Feldman to the Denver Board of Ethics.
Approves the City Council’s reappointment of Jane Feldman to the Board of Ethics.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-23-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Bill 21-0326 be placed upon final consideration and do pass en
bloc, carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
21-0324 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Intergovernmental
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Jefferson County,
to conduct various resurfacing projects along roads and parking lots within
the Mountain Parks System.
Approves an intergovernmental agreement with Jefferson County for $1 million of
City funds and for ten years to conduct various resurfacing projects along roads and
parking lots within the Mountain Parks System (202054314). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-26-21. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-23-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Bill 21-0324 be placed upon final consideration and do pass en
bloc, carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
PRE-RECESS ANNOUNCEMENT
RECESS
Council did not take a recess.
COUNCIL RECONVENES AND RESUMES ITS REGULAR SESSION
PUBLIC HEARINGS - BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
PRE-ADJOURNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Council President Gilmore announced that on Monday, May 10, 2021, Council
will hold a required public hearing on Council Bill 21-0308, changing the
zoning classification for 2000 West Virginia Avenue in Athmar Park; and, a
required public hearing on Council Bill 21-0333, changing the zoning
classification for 3001 South Federal Boulevard in Harvey Park South. Any
protests against Council Bills 21-0308 or 21-0333 must be filed with the
Council Offices no later than noon on Monday, May 3, 2021.
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ADJOURN
There being no further business before the City Council, Council President GIlmore
adjourned the meeting at 6:23 p.m.
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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Agenda
City Council Meeting of Monday, April 12, 2021
City and County of Denver
Robin Kniech........................At Large Paul Kashmann..................District 6
Deborah “Debbie” Ortega.......At Large Jolon Clark.........................District 7
Amanda P. Sandoval.............District 1 Christopher Herndon...........District 8
Kevin Flynn.........................District 2 Candi CdeBaca...................District 9
Jamie Torres.......................District 3 Chris Hinds.......................District 10
Kendra Black.......................District 4 Stacie Gilmore...................District 11
Amanda Sawyer..................District 5 Mar'quasa Hopson..............Secretary
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City Council Agenda Monday, April 12, 2021
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
21-0411 Minutes of Monday, April 5, 2021
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRESENTATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
PROCLAMATIONS
21-0422 A proclamation recognizing the life and legacy of Dr. Cornelia Vertenstein.
Sponsor Sawyer
21-0423 A proclamation declaring April 12 - 18 Youth Violence Prevention Week.
Sponsor Kashmann
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City Council Agenda Monday, April 12, 2021
RESOLUTIONS
Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee
21-0264 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Bellco Credit Union to revise
the Rights and Benefits and the associated Fees and to extend the term for
exclusive naming rights for the Colorado Convention Center
Theater/Performing Art Space.
Amends a sponsorship contract with Bellco Credit Union for naming rights and
consumer and commercial banking sponsorship at the Colorado Convention Center
Lecture Hall in Council District 9 by adding two years for a new end date of 12-31-29
and modifying the sponsorship fee schedule due to the COVID-19 pandemic. No
change to contract amount (THTRS-201839921). The last regularly scheduled
Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 5-3-21. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-31-21.
21-0265 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Swire Pacific Holdings, Inc. to
extend the services for an additional period for beverage services and the
right to select advertising and promotions at various events.
Amends a sponsorship contract with Swire Pacific Holdings, Inc. for non-alcoholic
beverage sponsorship at City Venues by adding $55,000 for a new total of
$1,775,000 and one year for a new end date of 6-30-23 and modifying the
sponsorship fee schedule due to the COVID-19 pandemic (THTRS-201735492). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
5-3-21. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-31-21.
21-0344 A resolution approving a proposed Contract between the City and
County of Denver and IHC Scott, Inc. concerning the rehabilitation of the
Runway 16L-34R and Taxiway Z complex at Denver International Airport.
Approves a contract with IHC Scott, Inc. for $23,555,608.22 and for 140 days for the
rehabilitation of the Runway 16L-34R and Taxiway Z complex, which will remove
and replace deteriorated concrete pavement and upgrade the airfield lighting system
at Denver International Airport (202056997). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 5-3-21. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 3-31-21.
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Finance & Governance Committee
21-0355 A resolution amending the Denver City Council Rules of Procedure.
Changes City Council rules of procedure to reflect modernization of City Council
meetings. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 4-6-21.
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
21-0343 A resolution approving a proposed Design Services Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Consor Engineers, LLC dba
Apex Design to provide professional design services for the Federal
Boulevard Transit Speed and Reliability Improvement Project in Council
Districts 1, 2, 3 and 7.
Approves a contract with CONSOR Engineers, LLC doing business as Apex Design, for
$750,000 and through 10-31-23 to provide professional design services for the
Federal Boulevard Transit Speed and Reliability Improvement Project in Council
Districts 1, 2, 3 and 7 (202158009). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 5-3-21. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 3-30-21.
21-0345 A resolution approving and providing for the execution of a
proposed amended Grant Agreement between the City and County of
Denver and the State Board of the Great Outdoors Colorado Trust Fund
(GOCO) for the “My Outdoor Colorado” program and the funding therefor.
Approves a grant agreement with The State Board of the Great Outdoors Colorado
Trust Fund (GOCO) for $3,935,700.04 and through 9-30-24 for the My Outdoor
Colorado coalition programming for the Westwood and Cole neighborhoods,
engaging youth and families in outdoor programming in Council Districts 3 and 9
(202158240). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review
period is on 5-3-21. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
3-30-21.
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Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
21-0320 A resolution approving a proposed Third Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and K-M Concessions, LLC to
extend the term and increase funding.
Amends a contract with KM Concessions, LLC by adding $2,000,000 for a new total
of $7,645,405 and 122 days for a new end date of 6-30-21 to provide support for
food, snacks and beverages at the Denver Coliseum and portions of National
Western complex to support auxiliary shelters in the City in response to the
COVID-19 pandemic (HOST-202157947). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 5-3-21. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 3-31-21.
21-0335 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless to
administer and operate a Tenant Based Rental Assistance (“TBRA”)
Program.
Approves a contract with the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless for $1,762,219
and through 12-31-23 to provide Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA), utility
assistance, and supportive services to households that are experiencing
homelessness or are at imminent risk thereof, citywide (HOST 202157456). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 5-3-21.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-31-21.
21-0336 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and the Colorado Housing Assistance Corporation
(CHAC) to administer and provide a down payment assistance program to
low/moderate income households in the City & County of Denver.
Approves a contract with the Colorado Housing Assistance Corporation (CHAC) for
$1,350,000 and through 12-31-23 to provide down payment assistance to
low/moderate income households, citywide (HOST 202057141). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 5-3-21. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-31-21.
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21-0337 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Jewish Family Service of Colorado, Inc. to
provide homeless prevention and rapid rehousing services to low-income
households who are experiencing housing instability due to the
Coronavirus pandemic.
Approves a contract with Jewish Family Service of Colorado for $700,000 and
through 9-30-22 to provide homeless prevention and rapid rehousing services to
low-income households who are experiencing housing instability, citywide
(HOST-202157697). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 5-3-21. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 3-31-21.
21-0340 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Urban Peak Denver to provide rapid rehousing
and supportive housing services to youth experiencing homelessness ages
18-24 earning 30% AMI or below, citywide.
Approves a contract with Urban Peak Denver for $900,000 and through 12-31-23 to
provide rapid rehousing and supportive housing services to youth experiencing
homelessness ages 18-24 earning 30% AMI or below, citywide (HOST 202057241).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
5-3-21. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-31-21.
21-0341 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Urban Peak Denver to provide shelter operations
and programs for youth aged 15-24 experiencing homelessness, citywide.
Approves a contract with Urban Peak Denver for $660,000 and through 12-31-21 to
provide shelter operations and programs for youth aged 15-24 experiencing
homelessness, citywide (HOST 202057240). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 5-3-21. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 3-31-21.
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BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Finance & Governance Committee
21-0216 A bill for an ordinance relocating Denver’s medical marijuana code
into Chapter 6 and combining it with Denver’s retail marijuana code,
renaming Chapter 6 to Alcohol Beverages and Cannabis, providing for
additional local license types authorized by state law, and making
conforming amendments to the Code pursuant to state law.
Amends various sections of the Denver Revised Municipal Code by relocating
Denver’s medical marijuana code into Chapter 6 and combining it with Denver’s
retail marijuana code, renaming Chapter 6 to Alcohol Beverages and Cannabis,
providing for additional local license types authorized by state law, including
delivery, and making conforming amendments to the Code pursuant to state law.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-16-21.
21-0217 A bill for an ordinance amending the alcohol beverages and retail
marijuana chapter of the Denver Revised Municipal Code to allow for the
licensing and operation of marijuana hospitality businesses and retail
marijuana hospitality and sales businesses within the City.
Amends various sections of the Denver Revised Municipal Code to allow for the
licensing and operation of marijuana hospitality businesses and retail marijuana
hospitality and sales businesses within the City. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 3-16-21.
21-0222 A bill for an ordinance making rescissions from and appropriations
in the General Fund.
Approves a rescission from General Fund Contingency of $350,000 to provide
a supplemental appropriation in the Department of Excise and Licenses to
support the implementation of new marijuana hospitality business licenses
and marijuana delivery licenses and to modernize all marijuana license types
to allow online submission; and authorizes the appropriation of $120,000 in
General Fund Contingency for new revenue to be generated in 2021 through
the new marijuana licenses.
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Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
21-0308 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2000
West Virginia Avenue in Athmar Park.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-SU-Dx to E-SU-D1x (allows
for an accessory dwelling unit), located at 2000 West Virginia Avenue in Council
District 7. If ordered published, a public hearing will be held on Monday, 5-10-21.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-30-21.
21-0333 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 3001
South Federal Boulevard in Harvey Park South.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from CMP-EI2 to PUD-G 24, PUD-G
25 and U-MX-3 with waivers (rezoning of Loretto Heights campus), located at 3001
South Federal Boulevard in Council District 2. If ordered published, a public hearing
will be held on Monday, 5-10-21. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 3-30-21.
21-0342 A bill for an ordinance amending Chapter 54 of the Denver Revised
Municipal code to enable and administer a transportation demand
management program for new developments.
Amends Chapter 54 of the Denver Revised Municipal Code to enable and administer
a Transportation Demand Management (TDM) program for new developments. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-30-21.
BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
City Council - Direct Files
21-0351 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed donation of surplus
American Bison from the City and County of Denver to American Indian
Tribes and Non-Profit Organizations.
Allows the city to donate surplus bison to American Indian Tribes and non-Profit
organizations. Councilmember Torres approved direct filing this item on 4-1-21.
Finance & Governance Committee
21-0326 A bill for an ordinance approving the City Council reappointment of
Jane Feldman to the Denver Board of Ethics.
Approves the City Council’s reappointment of Jane Feldman to the Board of Ethics.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-23-21.
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Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
21-0324 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Intergovernmental
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Jefferson County,
to conduct various resurfacing projects along roads and parking lots within
the Mountain Parks System.
Approves an intergovernmental agreement with Jefferson County for $1 million of
City funds and for ten years to conduct various resurfacing projects along roads and
parking lots within the Mountain Parks System (202054314). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-26-21. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-23-21.
RECAP OF BILLS TO BE CALLED OUT
PRE-RECESS ANNOUNCEMENT
RECESS
COUNCIL RECONVENES AND RESUMES ITS REGULAR
SESSION
PUBLIC HEARINGS - BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
PRE-ADJOURNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Dependent upon publication, on Monday, May 10, 2021, Council will hold a
required public hearing on Council Bill 21-0308, changing the zoning
classification for 2000 West Virginia Avenue in Athmar Park; and, a required
public hearing on Council Bill 21-0333, changing the zoning classification for
3001 South Federal Boulevard in Harvey Park South. Any protests against
Council Bills 21-0308 or 21-0333 must be filed with the Council Offices no
later than noon on Monday, May 3, 2021.
ADJOURN
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PENDING
FOR 4-19-21:
21-0211 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2070
North Colorado Boulevard in South Park Hill.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-E to U-SU-E1 (allows for
an accessory dwelling unit), located at 2070 North Colorado Boulevard in Council
District 8. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-2-21.
Final Consideration 4-19-21 | Required Public Hearing
21-0257 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 4735
North Quitman Street in Berkeley.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-C to U-SU-C1 (allows for
an accessory dwelling unit), located at 4735 Quitman Street in Council District 1. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-16-21.
Final Consideration 4-19-21 | Required Public Hearing
21-0258 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 4530
North Winona Court in Berkeley and 4345 North Bryant Street in
Sunnyside.
Approves a map amendment to rezone properties from U-SU-C1 to U-SU-B1 (allows
for an accessory dwelling unit), located at 4530 Winona Court and 4345 Bryant
Street in Council District 1. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 3-16-21.
Final Consideration 4-19-21 | Required Public Hearing
FOR 5-3-21:
21-0309 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 1450
South Humboldt Street in Washington Park.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-C to U-SU-C1 (allows for
an accessory dwelling unit), located at 1450 South Humboldt Street in Council
District 6. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-23-21.
Final Consideration 5-3-21 | Required Public Hearing
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21-0310 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 1590
South Emerson Street in Platt Park.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-B to U-SU-B1 (allows for
an accessory dwelling unit), located at 1590 South Emerson Street in Council District
7. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-23-21.
Final Consideration 5-3-21 | Required Public Hearing
21-0317 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 3431
North Columbine Street in Clayton.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-B1 to U-SU-A1 (lowers
the minimum lot size), located at 3431 North Columbine Street in Council District 9.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-23-21.
Final Consideration 5-3-21 | Required Public Hearing
FOR 5-24-21:
21-0083 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2650
Arkins Court, 3205 Denargo Street, 3280 Denargo Street, and 2700
Wewatta Way in Five Points.
Approves a map amendment to rezone properties from R-MU-30 with waivers &
conditions; I-A UO-2; I-B UO-2; and PUD 605 to C-MX-8 DO-7; C-MX-12 DO-7;
C-MX-16 DO-7; C-MX-20 DO-7 (various zonings to urban center, mixed-use with
overlays), located at 2650 Arkins Court, 3205 and 3280 Denargo Street, and 2700
Wewatta Way in Council District 9. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 2-2-21.
Final Consideration 5-24-21 | Required Public Hearing
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