City Council
Regular MeetingDenver, CO · December 13, 2021
Minutes
City Council Minutes
Meeting Date: Monday, December 13, 2021 5:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Hinds led the Pledge of Allegiance
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Councilmember Hinds led the Land Acknowledgement
ROLL CALL
Present: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
21-1520 Minutes of Monday, December 6, 2021
The minutes of Monday, December 6, 2021 were distributed to members of Council.
Council President Pro-Tem Torres ordered the minutes approved.
Approved
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Hinds offered announcements.
PRESENTATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
21-1534 A letter dated December 10, 2021 from Michael B. Hancock, Mayor,
notifying City Council of his veto of Council Bill 21-1182.
Council Communication 21-1534 was received and filed.
Filed
CONSIDERATION OF VETOED ORDINANCE
21-1182 A bill for an ordinance amending article XI of chapter 24, D.R.M.C.,
to ban the sale of flavored tobacco products and accessories.
Amends Article IX of chapter 24, D.R.M.C., to ban the sale of flavored tobacco
products and accessories. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
11-17-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Sawyer, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Bill 21-1182 be passed notwithstanding the disapproval or
objections of the Mayor, failed to carry by the following vote:
Passed notwithstanding the disapproval or objections of the mayor
Aye: CdeBaca, Hinds, Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres (8)
Nay: Black, Clark, Flynn, Herndon (4)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
PROCLAMATIONS
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RECAP OF BILLS TO BE CALLED OUT
Items called out for a separate vote:
RESOLUTIONS
Finance & Governance Committee
21-1443 A resolution approving a proposed Fourth Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and The Greenway Foundation for
advisory services.
Amends a contract with The Greenway Foundation by adding $175,000 for a new
total of $1,364,000 and three years for a new end date of 12-31-24 for advisory
services to the City, including advocacy, fundraising and environmental education
programs related to the South Platte River and its tributaries as needed
(FINAN-201415058). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 11-30-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1443 be adopted, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann, Kniech,
Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (11)
Nay: CdeBaca (1)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1444 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. for
security personnel services in City facilities, excluding Denver
International Airport.
Approves a contract with Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. for $25 million and
for three years, with two one-year options to extend, for security personnel services
in City facilities (GENRL-202161226-00). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21. Pursuant to Council Rule 3.7,
Councilmember Kniech called this item out at the 12-13-21 meeting for a one-week
postponement to 12-20-21.
Pursuant to Council Rule 3.7, Councilmember Kniech called out this item at the
12-13-21 meeting for a one-week postponement to 12-20-21
Postponed
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Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
21-1438 A resolution approving a proposed First Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Brothers Redevelopment, Inc.
to revise the scope of services and budget, increase the maximum contract
amount, and extend the term for the administration of the Temporary
Rental and Utility Assistance (TRUA) Program.
Amends a contract with Brothers Redevelopment, Inc. by adding $1,262,255 for a
new total of $2,795,855 and one year for a new end date of 12-31-22 for
administration of the Temporary Rental and Utility Assistance (TRUA) program
(HOST 202161105-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 12-1-21. Pursuant to Council Rule 3.7, Councilmember Hinds called this
item out at the 12-13-21 meeting for a one-week postponement to 12-20-21.
Pursuant to Council Rule 3.7, Councilmember Hinds called out this item at the
12-13-21 meeting for a one-week postponement to 12-20-21
Postponed
BLOCK VOTE
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, to approve the following items en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Approved the consent agenda
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
RESOLUTIONS
City Council - Direct Files
21-1523 A resolution approving the Collective Bargaining Agreement
between the City and County of Denver (City) and Fraternal Order of
Police, Denver Sheriff Lodge 27 (FOP), regarding pay and benefits for the
years 2022 and 2023.
Approves the collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police,
Denver Sheriff Lodge 27 for the years 2022 and 2023 for pay and benefits.The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22.
Council President Gilmore approved direct filing this item on 12-9-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1523 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
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Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee
21-1411 A resolution approving a proposed master purchase order between
the City and County of Denver and Encore Energy Services, Inc. concerning
natural gas to the City and County of Denver.
Approves a master purchase order with Encore Energy Services, Inc. for $40 million
and for one year, with four one-year options to extend, for natural gas to heat all
City and Denver International Airport facilities (SC-00006430. The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 12-1-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1411 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1433 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Colorado Restaurant
Association Education Fund, d/b/a Colorado Restaurant Foundation, by
adding funds to provide a second program delivery option for the
contractor to administer Denver’s relief and recovery grants for restaurant
and hospitality workers.
Amends a contract with the Colorado Restaurant Association Education Fund, doing
business as Colorado Restaurant Foundation, by adding $100,000 for a new total of
$960,000 and four months for a new end date of 4-30-22 to provide a second
program delivery option for the contractor to administer Denver’s relief and
recovery grants for restaurant and hospitality workers (OEDEV - 202161206). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 12-1-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1433 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
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21-1445 A resolution approving a proposed purchase order between the
City and County of Denver and M-B Co, Inc. concerning the purchase of five
pieces of snow removal equipment at Denver International Airport.
Approves a purchase order with M-B Co, Inc. for $4,571,019.40 for the one-time
purchase of five pieces of snow removal equipment for Denver International Airport
(PO-00106082). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 12-1-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1445 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1460 A resolution approving a proposed revenue agreement between the
City and County of Denver and DIA F&B Concession, LLC concerning a
concession located on Concourse A at Denver International Airport.
Approves a concession agreement with DIA F&B Concession, LLC, doing business as
Elway’s Taproom & Grill, Tacos Tequila Whiskey, and Peets Coffee, for rental
revenue based on a minimum annual guarantee of $1,412,710 or percentage
compensation of gross revenues at a location on Concourse A at Denver
International Airport (202056978). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 12-1-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1460 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
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21-1461 A resolution approving a proposed revenue agreement between the
City and County of Denver and WH Smith DEN, LLC concerning a concession
located on Concourse A at Denver International Airport.
Approves a concession agreement with WH Smith DEN, LLC, doing business as WH
Smith, for rental revenue based on a minimum annual guarantee of $773,500 or
percentage compensation of gross revenues at a location on Concourse A at Denver
International Airport (201951173). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 12-1-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1461 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1462 A resolution approving a proposed revenue agreement between the
City and County of Denver and WH Smith DEN, LLC concerning a concession
located on Concourse A at Denver International Airport.
Approves a concession agreement with WH Smith DEN, LLC, doing business as
Market 5280, for rental revenue based on a minimum annual guarantee of $663,000
or percentage compensation of gross revenues at a location on Concourse A at
Denver International Airport (202055583). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 12-1-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1462 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
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21-1463 A resolution approving a proposed revenue agreement between the
City and County of Denver and WH Smith DEN, LLC concerning a concession
located on Concourse B at Denver International Airport.
Approves a concession agreement with WH Smith DEN, LLC, doing business as River
North News, for rental revenue based on a minimum annual guarantee of $773,500
or percentage compensation of gross revenues at a location on Concourse B at
Denver International Airport (202055582). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 12-1-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1463 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1464 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and SkyWest Airlines, Inc. concerning rates and
charges for an operations space on Concourse B at Denver International
Airport.
Approves a lease agreement with SkyWest Airlines, Inc. for rates and charges and
for one year, with two one-year options to extend, to lease 8,067.7 square feet of
operations space in Concourse B ramp level at Denver International Airport
(202158430). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review
period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
12-1-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1464 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
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Finance & Governance Committee
21-1330 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Year One, Inc. d/b/a Mile High Youth Corps, to
provide free in-home energy and water audits and upgrades to low income
residents.
Approves a contract with Year One, Inc. doing business as Mile High Youth Corps, for
$570,000 and through 12-31-24 for the Energy and Water Conservation Program
(E&W) to employ young adults (Corpsmembers), ages 18-24, to provide free
in-home energy and water audits and upgrades to low- income residents
(HRCRS-202160510). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 11-9-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1330 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1414 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Moss Adams, LLP to perform annual audit of the
City’s Denver Airport Enterprise Fund.
Approves a contract with Moss Adams, LLP for $946,000 and through 12-31-26 to
perform the annual audit of Denver International Airport (AUDIT-202158955). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-23-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1414 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
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21-1415 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and BDO USA, LLP to perform annual audit of the
City’s CAFR Audit and Single Audit.
Approves a contract with BDO USA, LLP for $3,309,200 and through 12-31-26 to
audit the City’s annual financial statements and conduct the federal Single audit
(AUDIT-202158986). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 11-23-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1415 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1428 A resolution approving the Mayor’s appointments to the Immigrant
and Refugee Commission.
Approves the Mayoral appointments of Ola Kukoyi and Deborah Yim to the
Immigrant and Refugee Commission for terms effective immediately and expiring
4-15-23, or until a successor is duly appointed. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1428 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1430 A resolution approving a proposed Fourth Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Advoco LLC to increase the
maximum contract amount for professional services related to the Infor
Enterprise Asset Management software.
Amends a contract with Advoco, LLC by adding $300,000 for a new total of
$2,572,220 for the Infor Asset Management software supporting multiple City
agencies. No change to contract duration (TECHS-202161069). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1430 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
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21-1442 A resolution approving the Mayor’s reappointment and
appointments to the Denver Women’s Commission.
Approves the Mayoral reappointment of Cheris Kline Berlinberg and the Mayoral
appointments of Dawn DiPrince, Iris Halpern and Flavia Zarcula to the Denver
Women’s Commission for terms effective immediately and expiring 6-30-23, or until
a successor is duly appointed. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 11-30-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1442 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1446 A resolution approving and evidencing the intention of the City and
County of Denver, Colorado to issue an amount not to exceed $18,300,000
of Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for Northfield Flats.
Declares the intent of the City to issue an amount not to exceed $18.3 million of its
Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for Mile High Development, or its affiliates, to
support the acquisition, construction, and equipping of an new four-story, 128-unit
affordable multifamily apartment complex known as the Northfield Flats project,
located at the northwest corner of 45th Avenue and Xenia Street in Council District
8. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1446 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1447 A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Rocky Mountain Mail Services,
LLC to extend the term, increase the maximum contract amount, and
amend billing rates and various provisions for mailing services.
Amends a contract with Rocky Mountain Mail Services, LLC by adding $700,000 for a
new total of $1,400,000 and one year for a new end date of 12-31-22 and revising
Exhibit B - billing rates for City mailing services (GENRL-202161172-00;
GENRL-202055961-02). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 11-30-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1447 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
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Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1453 A resolution approving a proposed Fifth Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Fast Enterprises, LLC to extend
the term, increase the maximum contract amount and expand the scope of
work for the GENTAX tax collection application.
Amends a contract with Fast Enterprises, LLC by adding $8,400,000 for a new total
of $24,026,500 and five years for a new end date of 12-31-26 for the continual use
and support of the GENTAX tax collection software supporting the Treasury
Department (TECHS-202159876). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1453 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1454 A resolution approving a proposed Fifth Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and HSS, Inc. to add language
provisions for the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to the original
agreement.
Amends a contract with HSS, Inc. to add American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 language
to the contract to allow the City to seek reimbursement for security personnel
services related to the COVID-19 pandemic. No change to contract amount or
duration (GENRL-202160746-00; GENRL-20154288-05). The last regularly scheduled
Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1454 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
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21-1458 A resolution approving a proposed Lease Agreement between the
City and County of Denver and Catholic Charities and Community Services
of the Archdiocese of Denver, Inc. for property located at 4330 East 48th
Avenue.
Approves a lease agreement with Catholic Charities and Community Services of the
Archdiocese of Denver, Inc. for $30 and through 12-31-23 to operate a City-owned
emergency shelter located at 4330 East 48th Avenue in Council District 8 (FINAN-
202159483). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review
period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
11-30-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1458 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1459 A resolution approving a proposed Sublease Agreement between
the City and County of Denver and The Denver Rescue Mission for property
located at 4600 East 48th Avenue.
Approves a sublease agreement with The Denver Rescue Mission for $30 and
through 12-31-23 to operate a City-leased shelter for people experiencing
homelessness at 4600 East 48th Avenue in Council District 8. The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1459 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
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21-1465 A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendment to
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and UnitedHealthcare
Insurance Company by adding funds to provide medical benefit plans to
eligible employees.
Amends a contract with UnitedHealthcare Insurance Co. by adding $63 million for a
new total of $206 million to provide medical benefit plans to eligible employees. No
change to contract duration (201952475-02). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1465 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1466 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Iron & Metals, Inc. to provide
the service of containers, removal of scrap metal and any equipment
needed.
Amends a contract with Iron & Metals, Inc. by adding one year for a new end date of
12-20-22 to provide the service of containers, removal of scrap metal and any
equipment needed in relation to the containerization and hauling of the scrap metal.
No change to contract amount (GENRL-202161094-00; GENRL-201843515-01). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1466 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
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Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
21-1422 A resolution approving a proposed First Amendatory Design
Services Agreement between the City and County of Denver and
Studiotrope, LLC for architectural and engineering professional design
services for the Denver Central Library Renovation.
Amends a contract with Studiotrope, LLC by adding $922,487 for a new total of
$4,288,934 and adds scope for architectural and engineering professional design
services for the Denver Central Library Renovation, as part of the Elevate Denver
Bond Program, located at 10 West 14th Avenue in Council District 10. No change to
contract duration (202161199-01; 201948702-01). The last regularly scheduled
Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-23-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1422 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1441 A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and TeamFun, LLC to extend the
term to continue to provide food/beverage services and recreational
equipment rentals to park patrons at Washington Park and City Park.
Amends a concession contract with TeamFun, LLC by adding one year for a new end
date of 12-31-22 to provide food/beverage services and recreational equipment
rentals to park patrons, including bikes, surreys, pedal boats, kayaks, and
paddleboards at Washington Park and City Park in Council Districts 6 and 9. No
change to contract amount (201525286; 202160942). The last regularly scheduled
Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1441 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
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Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
21-1326 A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and NEWSED Community
Development Corporation, Inc. to identify minority and women-owned
business enterprises in need of financial support due to loss of business
brought on by the COVID-19 health crisis.
Amends a contract with NEWSED Community Development Corps. by adding
$330,000 for a new total of $737,500 to identify Minority & Women owned Business
Enterprises (MWBE) who need financial support in the form of a grant due to the loss
of business brought on by COVID-19 and its related effects. No change to contract
duration (HRCRS-202160922). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within
the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 11-10-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1326 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1327 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Energy Outreach Colorado to provide energy
efficiency services to non-profits and low-income residents.
Approves a contract with Energy Outreach Colorado for $2,400,000 and through
12-31-24 to provide energy efficiency services to Denver nonprofits and low-income
Denver residents (HRCRS-202160569). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 11-10-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1327 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
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21-1328 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Energy Resource Center for weatherization
services for low-income residents.
Approves a contract with Energy Resource Center for $1,050,000 and through
12-31-24 to conduct weatherization services via comprehensive energy audits and
home energy improvements to low-income Denver residents (HRCRS-202160568).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-10-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1328 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1329 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Groundwork Denver, Incorporated for outreach,
energy audits, energy efficiency measures, and client education to
low-income and harder to reach residents.
Approves a contract with Groundwork Denver, Incorporated for $1,080,000 and
through 12-31-24 to provide outreach, energy audits, energy efficiency measures,
and client education to low-income and harder to reach Denver residents
(HRCRS-202160501). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 11-10-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1329 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
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21-1439 A resolution approving a proposed First Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Northeast Denver Housing
Center, Inc., to revise the scope of services and budget, increase the
maximum contract amount, and extend the term for the administration of
the Temporary Rental and Utility Assistance (TRUA) Program.
Amends a contract with Northeast Denver Housing Center, Inc. by adding
$1,300,000 for a new total of $2,833,600 and one year for a new end date of
12-31-22 for administration of the Temporary Rental and Utility Assistance (TRUA)
program (HOST 202161104-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within
the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 12-1-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1439 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1440 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory 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 COVID 19 pandemic.
Amends a contract with Jewish Family Service of Colorado, Inc. by adding
$1,000,000 for a new total of $1,700,000 to provide homeless prevention and rapid
rehousing services to low-income households who are experiencing housing
instability due to the COVID 19 pandemic. No change to contract duration (HOST
202160221). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review
period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
12-1-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Resolution 21-1440 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
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BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Finance & Governance Committee
21-1436 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.
Amends the Classification and Pay Plan by creating the new classifications of Golf
Professional 1st Assistant (CA3339) and Golf Professional 2nd Assistant (CA3346),
along with various title and pay grade changes. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
Council Bill 21-1436 was ordered published
Ordered published
21-1448 A bill for an ordinance amending the 1963 Retirement Plan with
regard to contributions and payroll deductions.
Amends Article XII of Chapter 18 of the Denver Revised Municipal Code to reflect the
actuarially determined employer and employee contribution rates to the Denver
Employees Retirement Plan for 2022. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 11-30-21.
Council Bill 21-1448 was ordered published
Ordered published
21-1449 A bill for an ordinance authorizing the transfer of cash from the
City Council Special Revenue Fund to the Capital Improvements and Capital
Maintenance Fund and making appropriations.
Approves a cash transfer of $30,000 from City Council Special Revenue Fund 11701
to the Parks Improvement Project Fund, Fund Number 32050, for the Bible Park
Playground project and appropriates the cash in the Parks Improvement Project
Fund. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
Council Bill 21-1449 was ordered published
Ordered published
21-1450 A bill for an ordinance authorizing a cash transfer from the Public
Health Special Revenue Fund to the Environmental Service Enterprise Fund
to support environmental and sustainability initiatives.
Approves a cash transfer of $991.08, the cash balance of the completed Climate
Change and Public Health Learning grant, from the Health Private and Other Grants
Fund 14601 to the Environmental Service Operations Fund 78100 to continue to
support environmental and sustainability initiatives. The Committee approved filing
this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
Council Bill 21-1450 was ordered published
Ordered published
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21-1451 A bill for an ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 88, Series of 2007,
to ensure the allowable uses of the “DHNDS Contract Pool” Special
Revenue Fund are consistent with the City’s budgeting and accounting
practices, to change the name of the Special Revenue Fund, and to update
the expending authority.
Amends Ordinance No. 88, Series of 2007, to ensure the allowable uses of the
“DHNDS Contract Pool” Special Revenue Fund are consistent with the City’s
budgeting and accounting practices, to change the name of the SRF to the “HOST
General Cost Pool”, and to update the expending authority to the Executive Director
of the Department of Housing Stability. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 11-30-21.
Council Bill 21-1451 was ordered published
Ordered published
21-1452 A bill for an ordinance authorizing expenditures in the Human
Services Special Revenue Fund based on a letter of intent from the State of
Colorado to award funding to the City and County of Denver for the
“Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)” program for the 2022 program
year.
Appropriates $653,600 based on a letter of intent to fund the Community Services
Block Grant program for program year 2022. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
Council Bill 21-1452 was ordered published
Ordered published
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
21-1371 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 8890
East Lowry Boulevard in Lowry Field.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from R-4 w/ waivers to S-MX-5
(residential to suburban mixed-use, 5-stories), located at 8890 East Lowry
Boulevard in Council District 5. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 11-16-21.
Final Consideration 1-10-22 | Required Public Hearing
Council Bill 21-1371 was ordered published with a future required public hearing on
1/10/2022.
Ordered published with a future required public hearing
21-1372 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 1200
Eudora Street in Hale.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-C to U-SU-C1 (allows for
an accessory dwelling unit), located at 1200 Eudora Street in Council District 5. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-16-21.
Final Consideration 1-10-22 | Required Public Hearing
Council Bill 21-1372 was ordered published with a future required public hearing on
1/10/2022.
Ordered published with a future required public hearing
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21-1420 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Amendatory
Intergovernmental Agreement between the City and County of Denver and
School District No. 1 (Denver Public Schools), to add compensation and a
new end date to operate the Crossing Guard Program.
Amends an intergovernmental agreement with School District No. 1 (Denver Public
Schools) by adding $279,759.23 for a new total of $1,168,759.23 and six months for
a new end date of 6-30-22 to operate the Crossing Guard Program designed to
supervise the safe crossing of elementary school age children when crossing streets
on their way to and from school (202161054). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
Council Bill 21-1420 was ordered published
Ordered published
21-1432 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 4151
North Fillmore Street in Elyria Swansea.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-SU-B to U-RH-2.5 (single
unit to row house), located at 4151 North Fillmore Street in Council District 9. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
Final Consideration 1-10-22 | Required Public Hearing
Council Bill 21-1432 was ordered published with a future required public hearing on
1/10/2022.
Ordered published with a future required public hearing
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
21-1475 A bill for an ordinance reducing the speed limit on streets and
highways where speed limits are not posted.
For an ordinance reducing the speed limit on streets and highways where speed
limits are not posted. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
12-1-21.
Council Bill 21-1475 was ordered published
Ordered published
BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Finance & Governance Committee
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21-1405 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Agreement between
the City and County of Denver and Regional Transportation District (RTD)
to offer the RTD Ecopass transportation program to qualified Denver
employees for 2022.
Approves an intergovernmental agreement with the Regional Transportation District
(RTD) for $584,963 and through 12-31-22 to offer the RTD ECOPASS transportation
program to qualified Denver employees for 2022 (CSAHR-202161033). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 12-20-21.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-23-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Bill 21-1405 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, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1408 A bill for ordinance approving the Mayor’s appointment to the
Denver Commission on Cultural Affairs.
Approves the Mayoral appointment of Dwayne Glapion to the Denver Commission on
Cultural Affairs for a term effective immediately and expiring 8-31-23, or until a
successor is duly appointed. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 11-23-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Bill 21-1408 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, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1412 A bill or an ordinance authorizing a capital equipment purchase in
the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Grant Fund.
Approves the purchase of a van in the to support the Wellness Winnie program,
which was originally intended to be included in American Rescue Plan Act allocation
Ordinance No. 1192, Series of 2021, but was inadvertently left out. The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 12-20-21.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-23-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Bill 21-1412 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, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
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21-1424 A bill for an Ordinance modifying Article XII (RETIREMENT) of
Chapter 18, of the Denver Revised Municipal Code, to add actuarial
analysis and funding requirements for the unfunded actuarial liability of
the 1963 Retirement Plan.
Amends Article XII of Chapter 18 of the Denver Revised Municipal Code to add
actuarial analysis and funding requirements for the unfunded actuarial liability of the
1963 Retirement Plan to maintain the Plan’s actuarial soundness. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-23-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Bill 21-1424 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, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1425 A bill for an ordinance making rescissions from General Fund
agency appropriations, making appropriations in the General Fund to make
cash transfers.
Rescinds a maximum of $49 million from General Fund agency appropriations,
authorizes appropriations to transfer cash to the Coronavirus Emergency Response
Special Revenue Fund, and makes appropriations in the Coronavirus Emergency
Response Fund to address ongoing emergency needs in 2022. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-23-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Bill 21-1425 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, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
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21-1417 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Second Amendment to
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Urban Drainage
and Flood Control District D/B/A Mile High Flood Control District regarding
final design and construction of drainage and flood control improvements
for South Platte River Downstream of Florida Avenue.
Amends an intergovernmental agreement with Urban Drainage and Flood Control
District (UDFCD), doing business as Mile High Flood District, by adding $2.4 million
of City funds and $1.4 million of UDFCD funds for a new total of $4,420,570 for
design and construction of drainage and flood control improvements for South Platte
River downstream of Florida Avenue in Council District 7. No change to agreement
duration (202053889; 202161003). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 12-20-21. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 11-23-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Bill 21-1417 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, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
21-1423 A bill for an ordinance vacating four (4) portions of right-of-way
near West Ohio Avenue and South Cherokee Street: two (2) areas located
along South Cherokee Street; one (1) area located along West Ohio
Avenue; and, one (1) area located along South Elati Street, with
reservations.
Vacates four portions of right of way near West Ohio Avenue and South Cherokee
Street with reservations, two areas located along South Cherokee Street, one area
located along West Ohio Avenue, and one area located along South Elati Street in
Council District 7. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
11-23-21.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Bill 21-1423 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, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore (1)
PRE-RECESS ANNOUNCEMENT
Council President Pro-Tem Torres announced that tonight, there will be a
required public hearing on Council Bill 21-1365, designating the East
Seventh Avenue Historic District-Steele Street Extension as a district for
preservation; and, a required public hearing on Council Bill 21-1429,
designating Pancratia Hall at 3001 South Federal Boulevard as a structure
for preservation. Anyone wishing to speak on either of these matters must
go online to sign up during the recess of Council.
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RECESS
Council took a recess.
COUNCIL RECONVENES AND RESUMES ITS REGULAR SESSION
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PUBLIC HEARINGS - BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
21-1365 A bill for an ordinance designating the East Seventh Avenue
Historic District-Steele Street Extension as a district for preservation.
Approves the designation of the East Seventh Avenue Historic District-Steele Street
Extension as a district for preservation, which includes 19 primary structures on the
east side of the 600 and 700 blocks of North Steele Street in Council District 10. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
Council sat as a Committee of the Whole, commencing at 6:36 p.m., Council
President Pro-Tem Torres presiding, to hear speakers on Council Bill 21-1365. David
Hill, Kenda Fuller, David Wise, Ana Hill, Steven Kick, Bruce Caughey, Annie
Levinsky, Ray Jones II, Susan Hester, Carol Kaufman, Steve Turner, Kevin Kelly,
Jesse Parris and Jane Pritzl signed up to speak in favor of the bill. Caroline Caselli,
Kevin Matthews, Stephen Benchik, Tess Dougherty and Dave Hagan signed up to
speak in opposition of the bill. Jenny Budenborg of Community Planning and
Development delivered the staff report.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Sawyer, that Council Bill 21-1365 be placed upon final consideration and do pass,
carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann, Kniech,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Clark, Gilmore, Sandoval (3)
21-1429 A bill for an ordinance designating Pancratia Hall at 3001 South
Federal Boulevard as a structure for preservation.
Approves an individual Denver landmark designation for property located at 3001
South Federal Boulevard Building 7, known as Pancratia Hall, in Council District 2.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
Council sat as a Committee of the Whole, commencing at 8:10 p.m., Council
President Pro-Tem Torres presiding, to hear speakers on Council Bill 21-1429. Jim
Hartman, Annie Levinsky, Grant Bennett, Martha Kirkpatrick, Mary Gage, Jesse
Parris and Tess Dougherty signed up to speak in favor of the bill. Dave Hagan signed
up to speak in opposition of the bill. Jenny Budenborg of Community Planning and
Development delivered the staff report.
A motion offered by Councilmember Hinds, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Bill 21-1429 be placed upon final consideration and do pass,
carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann, Kniech,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Clark, Gilmore, Sandoval (3)
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PRE-ADJOURNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Council President Pro-Tem Torres announced that on Monday, January 10,
2022, Council will hold a required public hearing on Council Bill 21-1371,
changing the zoning classification for 8890 East Lowry Boulevard in Lowry
Field; a required public hearing on Council Bill 21-1372, changing the zoning
classification for 1200 Eudora Street in Hale; and, a required public hearing
on Council Bill 21-1432, changing the zoning classification for 4151 North
Fillmore Street in Elyria Swansea. Any protests against Council Bills
21-1371, 21-1372 or 21-1432 must be filed with the Council Offices no later
than noon on Monday, January 3, 2022.
ADJOURN
There being no further business before the City Council, Council President Pro-Tem
Torres adjourned the meeting at 8:44 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, December 13, 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 Maes.................Secretary
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
21-1520 Minutes of Monday, December 6, 2021
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRESENTATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
21-1534 A letter dated December 10, 2021 from Michael B. Hancock, Mayor,
notifying City Council of his veto of Council Bill 21-1182.
CONSIDERATION OF VETOED ORDINANCE
21-1182 A bill for an ordinance amending article XI of chapter 24, D.R.M.C.,
to ban the sale of flavored tobacco products and accessories.
Amends Article IX of chapter 24, D.R.M.C., to ban the sale of flavored tobacco
products and accessories. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
11-17-21.
PROCLAMATIONS
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RESOLUTIONS
City Council - Direct Files
21-1523 A resolution approving the Collective Bargaining Agreement
between the City and County of Denver (City) and Fraternal Order of
Police, Denver Sheriff Lodge 27 (FOP), regarding pay and benefits for the
years 2022 and 2023.
Approves the collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police,
Denver Sheriff Lodge 27 for the years 2022 and 2023 for pay and benefits.The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22.
Council President Gilmore approved direct filing this item on 12-9-21.
Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee
21-1411 A resolution approving a proposed master purchase order
between the City and County of Denver and Encore Energy Services, Inc.
concerning natural gas to the City and County of Denver.
Approves a master purchase order with Encore Energy Services, Inc. for $40 million
and for one year, with four one-year options to extend, for natural gas to heat all
City and Denver International Airport facilities (SC-00006430. The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 12-1-21.
21-1433 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Colorado Restaurant
Association Education Fund, d/b/a Colorado Restaurant Foundation, by
adding funds to provide a second program delivery option for the
contractor to administer Denver’s relief and recovery grants for restaurant
and hospitality workers.
Amends a contract with the Colorado Restaurant Association Education Fund, doing
business as Colorado Restaurant Foundation, by adding $100,000 for a new total of
$960,000 and four months for a new end date of 4-30-22 to provide a second
program delivery option for the contractor to administer Denver’s relief and
recovery grants for restaurant and hospitality workers (OEDEV - 202161206). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 12-1-21.
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21-1445 A resolution approving a proposed purchase order between the
City and County of Denver and M-B Co, Inc. concerning the purchase of five
pieces of snow removal equipment at Denver International Airport.
Approves a purchase order with M-B Co, Inc. for $4,571,019.40 for the one-time
purchase of five pieces of snow removal equipment for Denver International Airport
(PO-00106082). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 12-1-21.
21-1460 A resolution approving a proposed revenue agreement between
the City and County of Denver and DIA F&B Concession, LLC concerning a
concession located on Concourse A at Denver International Airport.
Approves a concession agreement with DIA F&B Concession, LLC, doing business as
Elway’s Taproom & Grill, Tacos Tequila Whiskey, and Peets Coffee, for rental
revenue based on a minimum annual guarantee of $1,412,710 or percentage
compensation of gross revenues at a location on Concourse A at Denver
International Airport (202056978). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 12-1-21.
21-1461 A resolution approving a proposed revenue agreement between
the City and County of Denver and WH Smith DEN, LLC concerning a
concession located on Concourse A at Denver International Airport.
Approves a concession agreement with WH Smith DEN, LLC, doing business as WH
Smith, for rental revenue based on a minimum annual guarantee of $773,500 or
percentage compensation of gross revenues at a location on Concourse A at Denver
International Airport (201951173). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 12-1-21.
21-1462 A resolution approving a proposed revenue agreement between
the City and County of Denver and WH Smith DEN, LLC concerning a
concession located on Concourse A at Denver International Airport.
Approves a concession agreement with WH Smith DEN, LLC, doing business as
Market 5280, for rental revenue based on a minimum annual guarantee of $663,000
or percentage compensation of gross revenues at a location on Concourse A at
Denver International Airport (202055583). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 12-1-21.
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21-1463 A resolution approving a proposed revenue agreement between
the City and County of Denver and WH Smith DEN, LLC concerning a
concession located on Concourse B at Denver International Airport.
Approves a concession agreement with WH Smith DEN, LLC, doing business as River
North News, for rental revenue based on a minimum annual guarantee of $773,500
or percentage compensation of gross revenues at a location on Concourse B at
Denver International Airport (202055582). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 12-1-21.
21-1464 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and SkyWest Airlines, Inc. concerning rates and
charges for an operations space on Concourse B at Denver International
Airport.
Approves a lease agreement with SkyWest Airlines, Inc. for rates and charges and
for one year, with two one-year options to extend, to lease 8,067.7 square feet of
operations space in Concourse B ramp level at Denver International Airport
(202158430). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review
period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
12-1-21.
Finance & Governance Committee
21-1330 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Year One, Inc. d/b/a Mile High Youth Corps, to
provide free in-home energy and water audits and upgrades to low income
residents.
Approves a contract with Year One, Inc. doing business as Mile High Youth Corps, for
$570,000 and through 12-31-24 for the Energy and Water Conservation Program
(E&W) to employ young adults (Corpsmembers), ages 18-24, to provide free
in-home energy and water audits and upgrades to low- income residents
(HRCRS-202160510). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 11-9-21.
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21-1414 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Moss Adams, LLP to perform annual audit of the
City’s Denver Airport Enterprise Fund.
Approves a contract with Moss Adams, LLP for $946,000 and through 12-31-26 to
perform the annual audit of Denver International Airport (AUDIT-202158955). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-23-21.
21-1415 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and BDO USA, LLP to perform annual audit of the
City’s CAFR Audit and Single Audit.
Approves a contract with BDO USA, LLP for $3,309,200 and through 12-31-26 to
audit the City’s annual financial statements and conduct the federal Single audit
(AUDIT-202158986). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 11-23-21.
21-1428 A resolution approving the Mayor’s appointments to the
Immigrant and Refugee Commission.
Approves the Mayoral appointments of Ola Kukoyi and Deborah Yim to the
Immigrant and Refugee Commission for terms effective immediately and expiring
4-15-23, or until a successor is duly appointed. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
21-1430 A resolution approving a proposed Fourth Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Advoco LLC to increase the
maximum contract amount for professional services related to the Infor
Enterprise Asset Management software.
Amends a contract with Advoco, LLC by adding $300,000 for a new total of
$2,572,220 for the Infor Asset Management software supporting multiple City
agencies. No change to contract duration (TECHS-202161069). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
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21-1442 A resolution approving the Mayor’s reappointment and
appointments to the Denver Women’s Commission.
Approves the Mayoral reappointment of Cheris Kline Berlinberg and the Mayoral
appointments of Dawn DiPrince, Iris Halpern and Flavia Zarcula to the Denver
Women’s Commission for terms effective immediately and expiring 6-30-23, or until
a successor is duly appointed. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 11-30-21.
21-1443 A resolution approving a proposed Fourth Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and The Greenway Foundation for
advisory services.
Amends a contract with The Greenway Foundation by adding $175,000 for a new
total of $1,364,000 and three years for a new end date of 12-31-24 for advisory
services to the City, including advocacy, fundraising and environmental education
programs related to the South Platte River and its tributaries as needed
(FINAN-201415058). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 11-30-21.
21-1444 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. for
security personnel services in City facilities, excluding Denver
International Airport.
Approves a contract with Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. for $25 million and
for three years, with two one-year options to extend, for security personnel services
in City facilities (GENRL-202161226-00). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
21-1446 A resolution approving and evidencing the intention of the City
and County of Denver, Colorado to issue an amount not to exceed
$18,300,000 of Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for Northfield Flats.
Declares the intent of the City to issue an amount not to exceed $18.3 million of its
Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for Mile High Development, or its affiliates, to
support the acquisition, construction, and equipping of an new four-story, 128-unit
affordable multifamily apartment complex known as the Northfield Flats project,
located at the northwest corner of 45th Avenue and Xenia Street in Council District
8. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
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21-1447 A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Rocky Mountain Mail Services,
LLC to extend the term, increase the maximum contract amount, and
amend billing rates and various provisions for mailing services.
Amends a contract with Rocky Mountain Mail Services, LLC by adding $700,000 for a
new total of $1,400,000 and one year for a new end date of 12-31-22 and revising
Exhibit B - billing rates for City mailing services (GENRL-202161172-00;
GENRL-202055961-02). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 11-30-21.
21-1453 A resolution approving a proposed Fifth Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Fast Enterprises, LLC to extend
the term, increase the maximum contract amount and expand the scope of
work for the GENTAX tax collection application.
Amends a contract with Fast Enterprises, LLC by adding $8,400,000 for a new total
of $24,026,500 and five years for a new end date of 12-31-26 for the continual use
and support of the GENTAX tax collection software supporting the Treasury
Department (TECHS-202159876). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
21-1454 A resolution approving a proposed Fifth Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and HSS, Inc. to add language
provisions for the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to the original
agreement.
Amends a contract with HSS, Inc. to add American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 language
to the contract to allow the City to seek reimbursement for security personnel
services related to the COVID-19 pandemic. No change to contract amount or
duration (GENRL-202160746-00; GENRL-20154288-05). The last regularly scheduled
Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
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21-1458 A resolution approving a proposed Lease Agreement between the
City and County of Denver and Catholic Charities and Community Services
of the Archdiocese of Denver, Inc. for property located at 4330 East 48th
Avenue.
Approves a lease agreement with Catholic Charities and Community Services of the
Archdiocese of Denver, Inc. for $30 and through 12-31-23 to operate a City-owned
emergency shelter located at 4330 East 48th Avenue in Council District 8 (FINAN-
202159483). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review
period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
11-30-21.
21-1459 A resolution approving a proposed Sublease Agreement between
the City and County of Denver and The Denver Rescue Mission for property
located at 4600 East 48th Avenue.
Approves a sublease agreement with The Denver Rescue Mission for $30 and
through 12-31-23 to operate a City-leased shelter for people experiencing
homelessness at 4600 East 48th Avenue in Council District 8. The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
21-1465 A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendment to
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and UnitedHealthcare
Insurance Company by adding funds to provide medical benefit plans to
eligible employees.
Amends a contract with UnitedHealthcare Insurance Co. by adding $63 million for a
new total of $206 million to provide medical benefit plans to eligible employees. No
change to contract duration (201952475-02). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
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21-1466 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Iron & Metals, Inc. to provide
the service of containers, removal of scrap metal and any equipment
needed.
Amends a contract with Iron & Metals, Inc. by adding one year for a new end date of
12-20-22 to provide the service of containers, removal of scrap metal and any
equipment needed in relation to the containerization and hauling of the scrap metal.
No change to contract amount (GENRL-202161094-00; GENRL-201843515-01). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
21-1422 A resolution approving a proposed First Amendatory Design
Services Agreement between the City and County of Denver and
Studiotrope, LLC for architectural and engineering professional design
services for the Denver Central Library Renovation.
Amends a contract with Studiotrope, LLC by adding $922,487 for a new total of
$4,288,934 and adds scope for architectural and engineering professional design
services for the Denver Central Library Renovation, as part of the Elevate Denver
Bond Program, located at 10 West 14th Avenue in Council District 10. No change to
contract duration (202161199-01; 201948702-01). The last regularly scheduled
Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-23-21.
21-1441 A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and TeamFun, LLC to extend the
term to continue to provide food/beverage services and recreational
equipment rentals to park patrons at Washington Park and City Park.
Amends a concession contract with TeamFun, LLC by adding one year for a new end
date of 12-31-22 to provide food/beverage services and recreational equipment
rentals to park patrons, including bikes, surreys, pedal boats, kayaks, and
paddleboards at Washington Park and City Park in Council Districts 6 and 9. No
change to contract amount (201525286; 202160942). The last regularly scheduled
Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
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Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
21-1326 A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and NEWSED Community
Development Corporation, Inc. to identify minority and women-owned
business enterprises in need of financial support due to loss of business
brought on by the COVID-19 health crisis.
Amends a contract with NEWSED Community Development Corps. by adding
$330,000 for a new total of $737,500 to identify Minority & Women owned Business
Enterprises (MWBE) who need financial support in the form of a grant due to the loss
of business brought on by COVID-19 and its related effects. No change to contract
duration (HRCRS-202160922). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within
the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 11-10-21.
21-1327 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Energy Outreach Colorado to provide energy
efficiency services to non-profits and low-income residents.
Approves a contract with Energy Outreach Colorado for $2,400,000 and through
12-31-24 to provide energy efficiency services to Denver nonprofits and low-income
Denver residents (HRCRS-202160569). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 11-10-21.
21-1328 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Energy Resource Center for weatherization
services for low-income residents.
Approves a contract with Energy Resource Center for $1,050,000 and through
12-31-24 to conduct weatherization services via comprehensive energy audits and
home energy improvements to low-income Denver residents (HRCRS-202160568).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-10-21.
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21-1329 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Groundwork Denver, Incorporated for outreach,
energy audits, energy efficiency measures, and client education to
low-income and harder to reach residents.
Approves a contract with Groundwork Denver, Incorporated for $1,080,000 and
through 12-31-24 to provide outreach, energy audits, energy efficiency measures,
and client education to low-income and harder to reach Denver residents
(HRCRS-202160501). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 11-10-21.
21-1438 A resolution approving a proposed First Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Brothers Redevelopment, Inc.
to revise the scope of services and budget, increase the maximum contract
amount, and extend the term for the administration of the Temporary
Rental and Utility Assistance (TRUA) Program.
Amends a contract with Brothers Redevelopment, Inc. by adding $1,262,255 for a
new total of $2,795,855 and one year for a new end date of 12-31-22 for
administration of the Temporary Rental and Utility Assistance (TRUA) program
(HOST 202161105-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 12-1-21.
21-1439 A resolution approving a proposed First Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Northeast Denver Housing
Center, Inc., to revise the scope of services and budget, increase the
maximum contract amount, and extend the term for the administration of
the Temporary Rental and Utility Assistance (TRUA) Program.
Amends a contract with Northeast Denver Housing Center, Inc. by adding
$1,300,000 for a new total of $2,833,600 and one year for a new end date of
12-31-22 for administration of the Temporary Rental and Utility Assistance (TRUA)
program (HOST 202161104-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within
the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 12-1-21.
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21-1440 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory 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 COVID 19 pandemic.
Amends a contract with Jewish Family Service of Colorado, Inc. by adding
$1,000,000 for a new total of $1,700,000 to provide homeless prevention and rapid
rehousing services to low-income households who are experiencing housing
instability due to the COVID 19 pandemic. No change to contract duration (HOST
202160221). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review
period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
12-1-21.
BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Finance & Governance Committee
21-1436 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.
Amends the Classification and Pay Plan by creating the new classifications of Golf
Professional 1st Assistant (CA3339) and Golf Professional 2nd Assistant (CA3346),
along with various title and pay grade changes. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
21-1448 A bill for an ordinance amending the 1963 Retirement Plan with
regard to contributions and payroll deductions.
Amends Article XII of Chapter 18 of the Denver Revised Municipal Code to reflect the
actuarially determined employer and employee contribution rates to the Denver
Employees Retirement Plan for 2022. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 11-30-21.
21-1449 A bill for an ordinance authorizing the transfer of cash from the
City Council Special Revenue Fund to the Capital Improvements and Capital
Maintenance Fund and making appropriations.
Approves a cash transfer of $30,000 from City Council Special Revenue Fund 11701
to the Parks Improvement Project Fund, Fund Number 32050, for the Bible Park
Playground project and appropriates the cash in the Parks Improvement Project
Fund. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
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21-1450 A bill for an ordinance authorizing a cash transfer from the Public
Health Special Revenue Fund to the Environmental Service Enterprise Fund
to support environmental and sustainability initiatives.
Approves a cash transfer of $991.08, the cash balance of the completed Climate
Change and Public Health Learning grant, from the Health Private and Other Grants
Fund 14601 to the Environmental Service Operations Fund 78100 to continue to
support environmental and sustainability initiatives. The Committee approved filing
this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
21-1451 A bill for an ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 88, Series of 2007,
to ensure the allowable uses of the “DHNDS Contract Pool” Special
Revenue Fund are consistent with the City’s budgeting and accounting
practices, to change the name of the Special Revenue Fund, and to update
the expending authority.
Amends Ordinance No. 88, Series of 2007, to ensure the allowable uses of the
“DHNDS Contract Pool” Special Revenue Fund are consistent with the City’s
budgeting and accounting practices, to change the name of the SRF to the “HOST
General Cost Pool”, and to update the expending authority to the Executive Director
of the Department of Housing Stability. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 11-30-21.
21-1452 A bill for an ordinance authorizing expenditures in the Human
Services Special Revenue Fund based on a letter of intent from the State of
Colorado to award funding to the City and County of Denver for the
“Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)” program for the 2022 program
year.
Appropriates $653,600 based on a letter of intent to fund the Community Services
Block Grant program for program year 2022. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
21-1371 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 8890
East Lowry Boulevard in Lowry Field.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from R-4 w/ waivers to S-MX-5
(residential to suburban mixed-use, 5-stories), located at 8890 East Lowry
Boulevard in Council District 5. If ordered published, a public hearing will be held on
Monday, 1-10-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
11-16-21.
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21-1372 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 1200
Eudora Street in Hale.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-C to U-SU-C1 (allows for
an accessory dwelling unit), located at 1200 Eudora Street in Council District 5. If
ordered published, a public hearing will be held on Monday, 1-10-22. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-16-21.
21-1420 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Amendatory
Intergovernmental Agreement between the City and County of Denver and
School District No. 1 (Denver Public Schools), to add compensation and a
new end date to operate the Crossing Guard Program.
Amends an intergovernmental agreement with School District No. 1 (Denver Public
Schools) by adding $279,759.23 for a new total of $1,168,759.23 and six months for
a new end date of 6-30-22 to operate the Crossing Guard Program designed to
supervise the safe crossing of elementary school age children when crossing streets
on their way to and from school (202161054). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 1-3-22. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
21-1432 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 4151
North Fillmore Street in Elyria Swansea.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-SU-B to U-RH-2.5 (single
unit to row house), located at 4151 North Fillmore Street in Council District 9. If
ordered published, a public hearing will be held on Monday, 1-10-22. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
21-1475 A bill for an ordinance reducing the speed limit on streets and
highways where speed limits are not posted.
For an ordinance reducing the speed limit on streets and highways where speed
limits are not posted. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
12-1-21.
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BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Finance & Governance Committee
21-1405 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Agreement between
the City and County of Denver and Regional Transportation District (RTD)
to offer the RTD Ecopass transportation program to qualified Denver
employees for 2022.
Approves an intergovernmental agreement with the Regional Transportation District
(RTD) for $584,963 and through 12-31-22 to offer the RTD ECOPASS transportation
program to qualified Denver employees for 2022 (CSAHR-202161033). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 12-20-21.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-23-21.
21-1408 A bill for ordinance approving the Mayor’s appointment to the
Denver Commission on Cultural Affairs.
Approves the Mayoral appointment of Dwayne Glapion to the Denver Commission on
Cultural Affairs for a term effective immediately and expiring 8-31-23, or until a
successor is duly appointed. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 11-23-21.
21-1412 A bill or an ordinance authorizing a capital equipment purchase in
the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Grant Fund.
Approves the purchase of a van in the to support the Wellness Winnie program,
which was originally intended to be included in American Rescue Plan Act allocation
Ordinance No. 1192, Series of 2021, but was inadvertently left out. The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 12-20-21.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-23-21.
21-1424 A bill for an Ordinance modifying Article XII (RETIREMENT) of
Chapter 18, of the Denver Revised Municipal Code, to add actuarial
analysis and funding requirements for the unfunded actuarial liability of
the 1963 Retirement Plan.
Amends Article XII of Chapter 18 of the Denver Revised Municipal Code to add
actuarial analysis and funding requirements for the unfunded actuarial liability of the
1963 Retirement Plan to maintain the Plan’s actuarial soundness. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-23-21.
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21-1425 A bill for an ordinance making rescissions from General Fund
agency appropriations, making appropriations in the General Fund to make
cash transfers.
Rescinds a maximum of $49 million from General Fund agency appropriations,
authorizes appropriations to transfer cash to the Coronavirus Emergency Response
Special Revenue Fund, and makes appropriations in the Coronavirus Emergency
Response Fund to address ongoing emergency needs in 2022. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-23-21.
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
21-1417 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Second Amendment
to Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Urban Drainage
and Flood Control District D/B/A Mile High Flood Control District regarding
final design and construction of drainage and flood control improvements
for South Platte River Downstream of Florida Avenue.
Amends an intergovernmental agreement with Urban Drainage and Flood Control
District (UDFCD), doing business as Mile High Flood District, by adding $2.4 million
of City funds and $1.4 million of UDFCD funds for a new total of $4,420,570 for
design and construction of drainage and flood control improvements for South Platte
River downstream of Florida Avenue in Council District 7. No change to agreement
duration (202053889; 202161003). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 12-20-21. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 11-23-21.
21-1423 A bill for an ordinance vacating four (4) portions of right-of-way
near West Ohio Avenue and South Cherokee Street: two (2) areas located
along South Cherokee Street; one (1) area located along West Ohio
Avenue; and, one (1) area located along South Elati Street, with
reservations.
Vacates four portions of right of way near West Ohio Avenue and South Cherokee
Street with reservations, two areas located along South Cherokee Street, one area
located along West Ohio Avenue, and one area located along South Elati Street in
Council District 7. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
11-23-21.
RECAP OF BILLS TO BE CALLED OUT
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PRE-RECESS ANNOUNCEMENT
Tonight, there will be a required public hearing on Council Bill 21-1365,
designating the East Seventh Avenue Historic District-Steele Street
Extension as a district for preservation; and, a required public hearing on
Council Bill 21-1429, designating Pancratia Hall at 3001 South Federal
Boulevard as a structure for preservation. Anyone wishing to speak on either
of these matters must go online to sign up during the recess of Council.
RECESS
COUNCIL RECONVENES AND RESUMES ITS REGULAR
SESSION
PUBLIC HEARINGS - BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
21-1365 A bill for an ordinance designating the East Seventh Avenue
Historic District-Steele Street Extension as a district for preservation.
Approves the designation of the East Seventh Avenue Historic District-Steele Street
Extension as a district for preservation, which includes 19 primary structures on the
east side of the 600 and 700 blocks of North Steele Street in Council District 10. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
21-1429 A bill for an ordinance designating Pancratia Hall at 3001 South
Federal Boulevard as a structure for preservation.
Approves an individual Denver landmark designation for property located at 3001
South Federal Boulevard Building 7, known as Pancratia Hall, in Council District 2.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21.
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PRE-ADJOURNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Dependent upon publication, on Monday, January 10, 2022, Council will hold
a required public hearing on Council Bill 21-1371, changing the zoning
classification for 8890 East Lowry Boulevard in Lowry Field; a required
public hearing on Council Bill 21-1372, changing the zoning classification for
1200 Eudora Street in Hale; and, a required public hearing on Council Bill
21-1432, changing the zoning classification for 4151 North Fillmore Street
in Elyria Swansea. Any protests against Council Bills 21-1371, 21-1372 or
21-1432 must be filed with the Council Offices no later than noon on
Monday, January 3, 2022.
ADJOURN
PENDING
FOR 12-20-21:
21-1321 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for
multiple properties in East Colfax.
Approves a legislative map amendment to rezone multiple properties from E-SU-Dx
to E-SU-D1x (allows for accessory dwelling units), located in the East Colfax
neighborhood in Council Districts 5 and 8. The Committee approved filing this item
at its meeting on 11-9-21.
Final Consideration 12-20-21 | Required Public Hearing
21-1325 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 4736
North Pennsylvania Street in Globeville.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-SU-D to U-SU-C1 (allows for
an accessory dwelling unit), located at 4736 North Pennsylvania Street in Council
District 9. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-9-21.
Final Consideration 12-20-21 | Required Public Hearing
21-1331 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 901
Navajo Street in Lincoln Park.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from I-A, UO-2 to C-MX-8
(industrial to mixed-use 8 stories), located at 901 Navajo Street in Council District 3.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-9-21.
Final Consideration 12-20-21 | Required Public Hearing
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21-1332 A bill for an ordinance amending the Denver Zoning Code to
correct an error in the detached accessory dwelling unit building form
standards in the Urban Edge Neighborhood Context.
Amends the Denver Zoning Code to correct an error in the maximum building
footprint for detached accessory dwelling units in E-SU- Zone Districts. The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 12-13-21.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-9-21.
Final Consideration 12-20-21 | Required Public Hearing
FOR 1-3-22:
21-1406 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2137
Glenarm Place in Five Points.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from R-3, UO-3 to G-RX-5 (former
chapter 59 residential zoning to general urban), located at 2137 Glenarm Place in
Council District 9. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
11-23-21.
Final Consideration 1-3-22 | Required Public Hearing
21-1431 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 4517
and 4525 North Yates Street in Berkeley.
Approves a map amendment to rezone properties from U-SU-C1 to U-SU-A1 (allows
for an accessory dwelling unit), located at 4525 and 4517 North Yates Street in
Council District 1. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
11-23-21.
Final Consideration 1-3-22 | Required Public Hearing
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