City Council
Regular MeetingDenver, CO · April 4, 2022
Minutes
City Council Minutes
Meeting Date: Monday, April 4, 2022 5:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Black led the Pledge of Allegiance.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Councilmember Black led the Land Acknowledgement.
ROLL CALL
Councilmember Herndon arrived late.
Present: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
22-0387 Minutes of Tuesday, March 29, 2022
The minutes of Tuesday, March 29, 2022 were distributed to members of Council,
Council President Pro-Tem Torres ordered the minutes approved.
Approved
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council members Hinds and Sawyer offered announcements.
PRESENTATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
PROCLAMATIONS
RECAP OF BILLS TO BE CALLED OUT
Items called out for a separate vote:
RESOLUTIONS
Finance & Governance Committee
22-0278 A resolution approving a proposed Third Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Integral Recoveries, Inc. to
amend provisions, extend the term, and to expand the scope of collections.
Amends a contract with Integral Recoveries, Inc. to add two years for a new end
date of 2-1-2024 and expands the scope of collections to include cases owing less
than $300.00. No change to contract amount (COURT-202261912). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-18-22. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-15-22. Pursuant to Council
Rule 3.7, Councilmember Torres called this item out at the 3-29-22 meeting for a
one-week postponement to 4-4-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0278 be adopted, failed to carry by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Ortega (5)
Nay: CdeBaca, Hinds, Kashmann, Sawyer, Torres (5)
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Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
22-0322 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Pinyon Environmental, Inc. to
provide on-call environmental consulting services.
Amends an on-call contract with Pinyon Environmental, Inc. by adding $1 million for
a new contract total of $2 million for additional anticipated needs related to
environmental site assessment, brownfields redevelopment, leaking underground
storage tank removal and other environmental services, citywide. No change to
contract duration (ENHL-202056463). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 3-23-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolutions 22-0322 and 22-0323 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Torres (9)
Nay: Sawyer (1)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
22-0323 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Trihydro Corporation to provide
on-call environmental consulting services.
Amends an on-call contract with Trihydro Corporation by adding $1 million for a new
contract total of $2 million for additional anticipated needs related to environmental
site assessment, brownfields redevelopment, leaking underground storage tank
removal and other environmental services, citywide. No change to contract duration
(ENHL- 2020564570). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 3-23-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolutions 22-0322 and 22-0323 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Torres (9)
Nay: Sawyer (1)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
BLOCK VOTE
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
to approve the following items en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Approved the consent agenda
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
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RESOLUTIONS
Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee
22-0326 A resolution approving a proposed Contract between the City and
County of Denver and Electrify America, LLC. concerning Electric Vehicle
(EV) Charging Plaza at Denver International Airport.
Approves a contract with Electrify America, LLC for $240,000 in total revenue
($24,000 annually) and for 10 years to install an Electric Vehicle (EV) charging plaza
at the Commercial Vehicle Holding Lot, serving Transportation Network Companies
(TNCs), at Denver International Airport in Council District 11 (202160970). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-23-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0326 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
22-0327 A resolution approving a Revival and Second Amendatory
Agreement with Denver-DBA, MCITP/MCTS Computer & Limousine
Services, S Corp by adding funds and time to a new contract for shuttle
services for employees, guests, and patrons during events at Red Rocks
Amphitheatre.
Amends a contract with Denver-DBA, MCITP/MCTS Computer & Limousine Services,
S Corp by adding $125,000 for a new contract total of $800,000 and 1 year for a
new end date of 3-31-2023 for shuttle services for employees, guests, and patrons
during events at Red Rocks Amphitheatre (THTRS-202261883-02). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-23-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0327 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
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22-0329 A resolution approving a Second Amendatory Agreement with
Colorado Transport by adding funds and time to a new contract for
shuttle/ADA transportation services for guests during events at Red Rocks
Amphitheatre.
Amends a contract with Colorado Transport by adding $200,000 for a new contract
total of $1,350,000 and 2 years for a new end date of 3-31-2024 for shuttle/ADA
transportation services for guests during events at Red Rocks Amphitheatre
(THTRS-202261695-02). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 3-23-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0329 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
Finance & Governance Committee
22-0143 A resolution approving a proposed Amendment to Lease Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and PRRC, LLC for property located
at 3300 North Kalamath Street.
Amends a lease with PRRC, LLC for city owned property at 3300 Kalamath Street in
Council District 1 to change the rent commencement date to the earlier of
completion of parking lot improvements or 4-5-2022 and changes the termination
date to 4-5-2026. No change to contract amount (FINAN - 202157861-01). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0143 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
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22-0301 A resolution approving a proposed Master Purchase Order between
the City and County of Denver and Graybar Electric Company, Inc. for
telecommunications hardware, including cables, lighting hardware, and
video equipment and related services.
Approves a master purchase order with Graybar Electric Company, Inc. for $3
million and through 1-31-2023, with 4 possible 1-year renewals, for
telecommunications hardware, including cables, lighting hardware, and video
equipment and related services, citywide (SC-00003672). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0301 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
22-0302 A resolution approving the Mayor’s reappointments to the Metro
Water Recovery Board of Directors (formerly known as Metro Wastewater
Reclamation District).
Approves the Mayoral reappointments of Janet Kieler, Mary Beth Susman, and
Ronald Younger to the Metro Water Recovery Board of Directors (formerly known as
Metro Wastewater Reclamation District) for terms effective immediately and
expiring on 6-30-2024, or until a successor is duly appointed. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0302 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
22-0303 A resolution approving the Mayor’s reappointment to the Colfax
Business Improvement District Board of Directors.
Approves the Mayoral reappointment of Christopher Bishop to the Colfax Business
Improvement District Board of Directors for a term effectively immediately and
expiring on 3-31-2025, or until a successor is duly appointed. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0303 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
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22-0316 A resolution approving a proposed First Amendment to Lease
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and The Salvation Army
for property located at 1901 29th Street.
Amends a lease agreement with the Salvation Army to add $10 for a new total of
$46 and 15 months for a new end date of 12-31-2023 to make the lease co-terminus
with HOST’s related Service Agreement to provide 24/7 emergency shelter for men
and transgender persons who are experiencing homelessness at the Crossroads
Shelter, located at 1901 29th Street in Council District 9 (FINAN-201951840). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0316 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
22-0317 A resolution approving a proposed License Agreement between the
City and County of Denver and Sarkisian Brothers Bannock, LLC to allow
the property owner to build within an existing easement held by the City
for future use and occupancy at 10th Avenue and Cherokee Street in
Council District 10.
Approves a non-financial license agreement with Sarkisian Brothers Bannock, LLC to
allow the property owner to build within an existing easement held by the City for
future use and occupancy at 10th Avenue and Cherokee Street in Council District 10
(FINAN-202262194). The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
3-22-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0317 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
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22-0318 A resolution approving a proposed Purchase Order between the
City and County of Denver and Insight Public Sector, Inc. for annual
licensing and continual use of the City's Microsoft Enterprise applications.
Approves a purchase order with Insight Public Sector, Inc. for $3,728,629.30 and
through 2-28-2023 for annual licensing and continual use of the City’s Microsoft
Enterprise applications (PO-00112813). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0318 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
22-0189 A resolution approving a proposed First Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Goodbee & Associate, Inc. for
on-call utility engineering services.
Amends a contract with Goodbee & Associates, Inc. to correct the intended term
date by adding one year through 1-14-2024 for on call utility engineering services
professional services. No change to contract amount (DOTI-202056678-01;
DOTI-2022261931-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 2-15-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0189 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
22-0308 A resolution granting a revocable permit to Poplar Place, LLC to
encroach into the right-of-way for at grade stoops adjacent to ground level
unit entry doors at 1401 North Poplar Street.
Grants a revocable permit, subject to certain terms and conditions, to Poplar Place,
LLC, their successors and assigns, to encroach into the right-of-way with five (5) 4’
by 6’-6” at grade stoops adjacent to ground level unit entry doors, located at 1401
North Poplar Street in Council District 5. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 3-22-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0308 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
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Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
22-0309 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the City
street system a parcel of land as South Acoma Street at South Acoma
Street and West Jewell Avenue.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right of way as South Acoma Street, located at
the intersection of South Acoma Street and West Jewell Avenue in Council District 7.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0309 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
22-0311 A resolution approving a proposed Contract between the City and
County of Denver and Vance Brothers, Inc. for the 2022 Citywide crack
seal and chip seal program.
Approves a contract with Vance Brothers, Inc. for $5,008,750 and for 120 days for
the 2022 Citywide crack seal and chip seal program (202161294). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0311 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
22-0312 A resolution approving a proposed Contract between the City and
County of Denver and Keene Concrete, Inc. for the 2022 Citywide concrete
spot repair program.
Approves a contract with Keene Concrete, Inc. for $700,019 and for 200 days for the
2022 Citywide concrete spot repair program (202161292). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0312 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
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22-0313 A resolution approving a proposed Contract between the City and
County of Denver and Brannan Sand & Gravel Company, LLC for the 2022
Citywide mill and overlay program.
Approves a contract with Brannan Sand and Gravel Company, LLC for $2,769,407.50
and for 200 days for the 2022 Citywide mill and overlay program (202161324). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0313 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
22-0314 A resolution approving a proposed Contract between the City and
County of Denver and Silva Construction, Inc. for citywide repair of
damaged curb, gutter and curb ramps as part of the Elevate Denver bond
program.
Approves a contract with Silva Construction, Inc. for $1,421,300.50 and for 200 days
for citywide repair of damaged curb, gutter and curb ramps as part of the Elevate
Denver bond program (202161342). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0314 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
22-0325 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Athmar Park Neighborhood Association for use
of the Tennessee Utility Corridor and installation of placemaking and other
elements.
Approves a non-financial sub-license agreement with Athmar Park Neighborhood
Association, Inc. for the 3-year installation and maintenance of art, placemaking
elements, and solar lighting at the Tennessee Utility Corridor in Council District 7
(PARKS-202161541). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 3-22-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0325 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
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22-0389 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
sum of Seventy Thousand Dollars ($70,000.00) made payable to Sak Law
Firm LLC in trust for its client Bernard Zelasney, in full payment and
satisfaction of all claims related to the civil action captioned Bernard
Zelasney v. City and County of Denver, which was filed in the Denver
County District Court, State of Colorado, Case No. 2020CV031475.
Settles a claim involving the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure. This
item was approved for filing at the Mayor Council meeting on 3-29-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0389 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
22-0285 A resolution approving a proposed Third Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Colorado Nonprofit
Development Center d/b/a Harm Reduction Action Center for syringe
access services at 112 E. 8th Avenue, available to all residents.
Amends a contract with Colorado Non-profit Development Center, doing business as
Harm Reduction Action Center, by adding $239,376 for a new contract total of
$957,575 and one year for a new end date of 12-31-2022 for syringe access services
at 112 E. 8th Avenue in Council District 10 and available to all residents, citywide
(ENVHL-202262121). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 3-16-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0285 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
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22-0388 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
sum of forty-five thousand dollars ($45,000.00) made payable to Civil
Rights Litigation Group, Tax ID #46-4589208, in full payment and
satisfaction of any and all claims related to or arising from Mr. Paul S.
Heffron’s April 18, 2021 contact by the Denver Police.
Settles a claim involving the Denver Police Department. This item was approved for
filing at the Mayor-Council meeting on 3-29-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0388 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
22-0390 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
sum of Thirty-Five Thousand Dollars ($35,000.00) made payable to Martha
Acosta and Bachus & Schanker L.L.C., in full payment and satisfaction of all
claims related to the civil action captioned Martha Acosta v. Thomas Moen
and City and County of Denver, which was filed in the Denver County
District Court, State of Colorado, Case No. 2021CV31112.
Settles a claim involving the Denver Police Department. This item was approved for
filing at the Mayor-Council meeting on 3-29-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Resolution 22-0390 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
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BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Finance & Governance Committee
22-0290 A bill for an ordinance authorizing the issuance of (1) the “City and
County of Denver, Colorado, General Obligation Elevate Denver Bonds” for
the purpose of financing and defraying the cost of acquiring, constructing,
installing and improving various civic facilities, and (2) a tax-exempt and a
taxable series of the “City and County of Denver, Colorado, General
Obligation RISE Denver Bonds” for the purpose of repairing and improving
various civic facilities; providing for the levy of general ad valorem taxes to
pay the principal of and interest on such Bonds; and making other
provisions relating thereto.
Authorizes the issuance of City and County of Denver General Obligation Bonds,
Series 2022A-C in a principal amount not to exceed $366.4 million for the purpose of
funding projects approved by Denver voters in the November 2017 Elevate Bond
Program and the November 2021 RISE Denver Bond Program, and to pay associated
costs of issuance. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
3-15-22.
Council Bill 22-0290 was ordered published
Ordered published
22-0291 A bill for an ordinance to amend, restate and supersede Ordinance
No. 0819, Series of 2017, designating the projects to be undertaken and
funded with the proceeds of any general obligations bonds authorized by
voters at the November 7, 2017 election.
Amends the 2017 Elevate Denver Bond companion ordinance, approved as
CB17-0819, to revise project names and/or descriptions to more accurately reflect
the projects to be undertaken and provides other administrative revisions. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-15-22.
Council Bill 22-0291 was ordered published
Ordered published
22-0315 A bill for an ordinance approving proposed Amendments to Lease
Agreements with Coffee Etc., Dazbog Denver Bldg, LLC, Pizza Republica II,
and Subway Real Estate, LLC to provide additional rent relief through
3-31-22 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Authorizes the Division of Real Estate to amend commercial leases with Coffee Etc.,
Dazbog Denver Bldg, LLC, Pizza Republica II, and Subway in City-owned buildings
located at the Lindsey-Flanigan Courthouse, Webb Building, Colorado Convention
Center, and Denver Justice Center Garage to provide additional rent relief through
3-31-22 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Previous employee retention
measures will be discontinued with this final round of lease amendments. The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 3-22-22.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 4-25-22.
Council Bill 22-0315 was ordered published
Ordered published
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22-0319 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Purchase and Sale
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Habitat for
Humanity of Metro Denver, Inc., for sale of 5 parcels of City-owned
property, located at 1049 Stuart Street, 1060 Newton Street, 1076 Meade
Street, 1077 Meade Street & 1086 Meade Street in Council District 3, for
purchaser to build affordable housing.
Approves a purchase and sale agreement with Habitat for Humanity for $50 for sale
of 5 parcels of City-owned property, located at 1049 Stuart Street, 1060 Newton
Street, 1076 Meade Street, 1077 Meade Street & 1086 Meade Street in Council
District 3, for purchaser to build a minimum of 6 income-restricted units, including
recordation of a 90-year affordable housing deed covenant upon closing
(FINAN-202261767). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 3-22-22.
Council Bill 22-0319 was ordered published
Ordered published
22-0321 A bill for an ordinance making a rescission from and an
appropriation in the Parks Legacy Fund; transferring cash to the Parks,
Trails, and Open Space Capital Improvement Fund; and authorizing an
appropriation in the Parks, Trails, and Open Space Capital Improvement
Fund.
Approves the transfer of $5 million from the Parks, Trails and Open Space Operating
Special Revenue Fund 15828 into the Parks Legacy Improvement Projects Fund
36050 and appropriates the transferred amount to be utilized for parks and
recreation improvements to be delivered as part of the Weir Gulch-Decatur Crossing
flood mitigation project. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
3-22-22.
Council Bill 22-0321 was ordered published
Ordered published
22-0330 A bill for an ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 1413, Series of
2020, concerning the Climate Protection Fund.
Amends Ordinance 20-1413 creating the Climate Protection Fund to expand the
types of allowable revenue received into the fund to include program income. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
Council Bill 22-0330 was ordered published
Ordered published
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BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Finance & Governance Committee
22-0293 A bill for an ordinance authorizing the City and County of Denver to
convey to SID, LLC the City’s interest in a parcel of real estate located at
2942-2944 Welton Street.
Approves the execution and recordation of a Quit Claim Deed conveying title to
approximately 150 square feet of real property to SID, LLC in connection with a
certain project development dedication located at 2942-2944 Welton Street in
Council District 9. The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 4-18-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 3-15-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Bill 22-0293 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,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
PRE-RECESS ANNOUNCEMENT
Council President Pro-Tem Torres announced that tonight, there will be a
required public hearing on Council Bill 21-1528, changing the zoning
classification for 3435 North Albion Street in Northeast Park Hill; and, a
required public hearing on Council Bill 22-0147, changing the zoning
classification for 2875 North Albion Street in North Park Hill. Anyone wishing
to speak on either of these matters must go online to sign up during the
recess of Council.
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
21-1528 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 3435
North Albion Street in Northeast Park Hill.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from PUD 539 to E-MX-2x (planned
development to urban edge, mixed-use), located at 3435 North Albion Street in
Council District 8. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-1-22.
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 21-1528. Jesse
Parris and Michael Flowers signed up to speak in favor of the bill. No speakers signed
up to speak in opposition of the bill. Jason Morrison of Community Planning and
Development delivered the staff report.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember
Herndon, that Council Bill 21-1528 be placed upon final consideration and do pass,
carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
22-0147 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2875
North Albion Street in North Park Hill.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-C to U-SU-C1 (allows for
an accessory dwelling unit), located at 2875 North Albion Street in Council District 8.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-15-22.
Council sat as a Committee of the Whole, commencing at 6:52 p.m., Council
President Pro-Tem Torres presiding, to hear speakers on Council Bill 22-0147. Jesse
Parris signed up to speak in favor of the bill. No speakers signed up to speak in
opposition of the bill. Edson Ibanez of Community Planning and Development
delivered the staff report.
A motion offered by Councilmember Black, duly seconded by Councilmember Hinds,
that Council Bill 22-0147 be placed upon final consideration and do pass, carried by
the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Ortega, Sawyer, Torres (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Gilmore, Kniech, Sandoval (3)
PRE-ADJOURNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
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ADJOURN
There being no further business before the City Council, Council President Pro-Tem
Torres adjourned the meeting at 6:58 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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City Council Meeting of Monday, April 4, 2022
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 Bonita Roznos........Executive Director
Mar'quasa Maes.................Secretary
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City Council Agenda Monday, April 4, 2022
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
22-0387 Minutes of Tuesday, March 29, 2022
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRESENTATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
PROCLAMATIONS
RESOLUTIONS
Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee
22-0326 A resolution approving a proposed Contract between the City and
County of Denver and Electrify America, LLC. concerning Electric Vehicle
(EV) Charging Plaza at Denver International Airport.
Approves a contract with Electrify America, LLC for $240,000 in total revenue
($24,000 annually) and for 10 years to install an Electric Vehicle (EV) charging plaza
at the Commercial Vehicle Holding Lot, serving Transportation Network Companies
(TNCs), at Denver International Airport in Council District 11 (202160970). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-23-22.
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22-0327 A resolution approving a Revival and Second Amendatory
Agreement with Denver-DBA, MCITP/MCTS Computer & Limousine
Services, S Corp by adding funds and time to a new contract for shuttle
services for employees, guests, and patrons during events at Red Rocks
Amphitheatre.
Amends a contract with Denver-DBA, MCITP/MCTS Computer & Limousine Services,
S Corp by adding $125,000 for a new contract total of $800,000 and 1 year for a
new end date of 3-31-2023 for shuttle services for employees, guests, and patrons
during events at Red Rocks Amphitheatre (THTRS-202261883-02). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-23-22.
22-0329 A resolution approving a Second Amendatory Agreement with
Colorado Transport by adding funds and time to a new contract for
shuttle/ADA transportation services for guests during events at Red Rocks
Amphitheatre.
Amends a contract with Colorado Transport by adding $200,000 for a new contract
total of $1,350,000 and 2 years for a new end date of 3-31-2024 for shuttle/ADA
transportation services for guests during events at Red Rocks Amphitheatre
(THTRS-202261695-02). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 3-23-22.
Finance & Governance Committee
22-0143 A resolution approving a proposed Amendment to Lease
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and PRRC, LLC for
property located at 3300 North Kalamath Street.
Amends a lease with PRRC, LLC for city owned property at 3300 Kalamath Street in
Council District 1 to change the rent commencement date to the earlier of
completion of parking lot improvements or 4-5-2022 and changes the termination
date to 4-5-2026. No change to contract amount (FINAN - 202157861-01). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
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22-0278 A resolution approving a proposed Third Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Integral Recoveries, Inc. to
amend provisions, extend the term, and to expand the scope of collections.
Amends a contract with Integral Recoveries, Inc. to add two years for a new end
date of 2-1-2024 and expands the scope of collections to include cases owing less
than $300.00. No change to contract amount (COURT-202261912). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-18-22. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-15-22. Pursuant to Council
Rule 3.7, Councilmember Torres called this item out at the 3-29-22 meeting for a
one-week postponement to 4-4-22.
22-0301 A resolution approving a proposed Master Purchase Order
between the City and County of Denver and Graybar Electric Company, Inc.
for telecommunications hardware, including cables, lighting hardware, and
video equipment and related services.
Approves a master purchase order with Graybar Electric Company, Inc. for $3
million and through 1-31-2023, with 4 possible 1-year renewals, for
telecommunications hardware, including cables, lighting hardware, and video
equipment and related services, citywide (SC-00003672). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
22-0302 A resolution approving the Mayor’s reappointments to the Metro
Water Recovery Board of Directors (formerly known as Metro Wastewater
Reclamation District).
Approves the Mayoral reappointments of Janet Kieler, Mary Beth Susman, and
Ronald Younger to the Metro Water Recovery Board of Directors (formerly known as
Metro Wastewater Reclamation District) for terms effective immediately and
expiring on 6-30-2024, or until a successor is duly appointed. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
22-0303 A resolution approving the Mayor’s reappointment to the Colfax
Business Improvement District Board of Directors.
Approves the Mayoral reappointment of Christopher Bishop to the Colfax Business
Improvement District Board of Directors for a term effectively immediately and
expiring on 3-31-2025, or until a successor is duly appointed. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
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22-0316 A resolution approving a proposed First Amendment to Lease
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and The Salvation Army
for property located at 1901 29th Street.
Amends a lease agreement with the Salvation Army to add $10 for a new total of
$46 and 15 months for a new end date of 12-31-2023 to make the lease co-terminus
with HOST’s related Service Agreement to provide 24/7 emergency shelter for men
and transgender persons who are experiencing homelessness at the Crossroads
Shelter, located at 1901 29th Street in Council District 9 (FINAN-201951840). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
22-0317 A resolution approving a proposed License Agreement between
the City and County of Denver and Sarkisian Brothers Bannock, LLC to
allow the property owner to build within an existing easement held by the
City for future use and occupancy at 10th Avenue and Cherokee Street in
Council District 10.
Approves a non-financial license agreement with Sarkisian Brothers Bannock, LLC to
allow the property owner to build within an existing easement held by the City for
future use and occupancy at 10th Avenue and Cherokee Street in Council District 10
(FINAN-202262194). The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
3-22-22.
22-0318 A resolution approving a proposed Purchase Order between the
City and County of Denver and Insight Public Sector, Inc. for annual
licensing and continual use of the City's Microsoft Enterprise applications.
Approves a purchase order with Insight Public Sector, Inc. for $3,728,629.30 and
through 2-28-2023 for annual licensing and continual use of the City’s Microsoft
Enterprise applications (PO-00112813). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
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Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
22-0189 A resolution approving a proposed First Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Goodbee & Associate, Inc. for
on-call utility engineering services.
Amends a contract with Goodbee & Associates, Inc. to correct the intended term
date by adding one year through 1-14-2024 for on call utility engineering services
professional services. No change to contract amount (DOTI-202056678-01;
DOTI-2022261931-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 2-15-22.
22-0308 A resolution granting a revocable permit to Poplar Place, LLC to
encroach into the right-of-way for at grade stoops adjacent to ground level
unit entry doors at 1401 North Poplar Street.
Grants a revocable permit, subject to certain terms and conditions, to Poplar Place,
LLC, their successors and assigns, to encroach into the right-of-way with five (5) 4’
by 6’-6” at grade stoops adjacent to ground level unit entry doors, located at 1401
North Poplar Street in Council District 5. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 3-22-22.
22-0309 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the
City street system a parcel of land as South Acoma Street at South Acoma
Street and West Jewell Avenue.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right of way as South Acoma Street, located at
the intersection of South Acoma Street and West Jewell Avenue in Council District 7.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
22-0311 A resolution approving a proposed Contract between the City and
County of Denver and Vance Brothers, Inc. for the 2022 Citywide crack
seal and chip seal program.
Approves a contract with Vance Brothers, Inc. for $5,008,750 and for 120 days for
the 2022 Citywide crack seal and chip seal program (202161294). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
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22-0312 A resolution approving a proposed Contract between the City and
County of Denver and Keene Concrete, Inc. for the 2022 Citywide concrete
spot repair program.
Approves a contract with Keene Concrete, Inc. for $700,019 and for 200 days for the
2022 Citywide concrete spot repair program (202161292). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
22-0313 A resolution approving a proposed Contract between the City and
County of Denver and Brannan Sand & Gravel Company, LLC for the 2022
Citywide mill and overlay program.
Approves a contract with Brannan Sand and Gravel Company, LLC for $2,769,407.50
and for 200 days for the 2022 Citywide mill and overlay program (202161324). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
22-0314 A resolution approving a proposed Contract between the City and
County of Denver and Silva Construction, Inc. for citywide repair of
damaged curb, gutter and curb ramps as part of the Elevate Denver bond
program.
Approves a contract with Silva Construction, Inc. for $1,421,300.50 and for 200 days
for citywide repair of damaged curb, gutter and curb ramps as part of the Elevate
Denver bond program (202161342). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
22-0325 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Athmar Park Neighborhood Association for use
of the Tennessee Utility Corridor and installation of placemaking and other
elements.
Approves a non-financial sub-license agreement with Athmar Park Neighborhood
Association, Inc. for the 3-year installation and maintenance of art, placemaking
elements, and solar lighting at the Tennessee Utility Corridor in Council District 7
(PARKS-202161541). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 3-22-22.
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22-0389 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
sum of Seventy Thousand Dollars ($70,000.00) made payable to Sak Law
Firm LLC in trust for its client Bernard Zelasney, in full payment and
satisfaction of all claims related to the civil action captioned Bernard
Zelasney v. City and County of Denver, which was filed in the Denver
County District Court, State of Colorado, Case No. 2020CV031475.
Settles a claim involving the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure. This
item was approved for filing at the Mayor Council meeting on 3-29-22.
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
22-0285 A resolution approving a proposed Third Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Colorado Nonprofit
Development Center d/b/a Harm Reduction Action Center for syringe
access services at 112 E. 8th Avenue, available to all residents.
Amends a contract with Colorado Non-profit Development Center, doing business as
Harm Reduction Action Center, by adding $239,376 for a new contract total of
$957,575 and one year for a new end date of 12-31-2022 for syringe access services
at 112 E. 8th Avenue in Council District 10 and available to all residents, citywide
(ENVHL-202262121). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 3-16-22.
22-0322 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Pinyon Environmental, Inc. to
provide on-call environmental consulting services.
Amends an on-call contract with Pinyon Environmental, Inc. by adding $1 million for
a new contract total of $2 million for additional anticipated needs related to
environmental site assessment, brownfields redevelopment, leaking underground
storage tank removal and other environmental services, citywide. No change to
contract duration (ENHL-202056463). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 3-23-22.
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22-0323 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Trihydro Corporation to provide
on-call environmental consulting services.
Amends an on-call contract with Trihydro Corporation by adding $1 million for a new
contract total of $2 million for additional anticipated needs related to environmental
site assessment, brownfields redevelopment, leaking underground storage tank
removal and other environmental services, citywide. No change to contract duration
(ENHL- 2020564570). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 3-23-22.
22-0388 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
sum of forty-five thousand dollars ($45,000.00) made payable to Civil
Rights Litigation Group, Tax ID #46-4589208, in full payment and
satisfaction of any and all claims related to or arising from Mr. Paul S.
Heffron’s April 18, 2021 contact by the Denver Police.
Settles a claim involving the Denver Police Department. This item was approved for
filing at the Mayor-Council meeting on 3-29-22.
22-0390 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
sum of Thirty-Five Thousand Dollars ($35,000.00) made payable to Martha
Acosta and Bachus & Schanker L.L.C., in full payment and satisfaction of all
claims related to the civil action captioned Martha Acosta v. Thomas Moen
and City and County of Denver, which was filed in the Denver County
District Court, State of Colorado, Case No. 2021CV31112.
Settles a claim involving the Denver Police Department. This item was approved for
filing at the Mayor-Council meeting on 3-29-22.
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BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Finance & Governance Committee
22-0290 A bill for an ordinance authorizing the issuance of (1) the “City
and County of Denver, Colorado, General Obligation Elevate Denver Bonds”
for the purpose of financing and defraying the cost of acquiring,
constructing, installing and improving various civic facilities, and (2) a
tax-exempt and a taxable series of the “City and County of Denver,
Colorado, General Obligation RISE Denver Bonds” for the purpose of
repairing and improving various civic facilities; providing for the levy of
general ad valorem taxes to pay the principal of and interest on such
Bonds; and making other provisions relating thereto.
Authorizes the issuance of City and County of Denver General Obligation Bonds,
Series 2022A-C in a principal amount not to exceed $366.4 million for the purpose of
funding projects approved by Denver voters in the November 2017 Elevate Bond
Program and the November 2021 RISE Denver Bond Program, and to pay associated
costs of issuance. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
3-15-22.
22-0291 A bill for an ordinance to amend, restate and supersede Ordinance
No. 0819, Series of 2017, designating the projects to be undertaken and
funded with the proceeds of any general obligations bonds authorized by
voters at the November 7, 2017 election.
Amends the 2017 Elevate Denver Bond companion ordinance, approved as
CB17-0819, to revise project names and/or descriptions to more accurately reflect
the projects to be undertaken and provides other administrative revisions. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-15-22.
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22-0315 A bill approving proposed Amendments to Lease Agreements with
Coffee Etc., Dazbog Denver Bldg, LLC, Pizza Republica II, and Subway Real
Estate, LLC to provide additional rent relief through 3-31-22 in response to
the COVID-19 pandemic.
Authorizes the Division of Real Estate to amend commercial leases with Coffee Etc.,
Dazbog Denver Bldg, LLC, Pizza Republica II, and Subway in City-owned buildings
located at the Lindsey-Flanigan Courthouse, Webb Building, Colorado Convention
Center, and Denver Justice Center Garage to provide additional rent relief through
3-31-22 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Previous employee retention
measures will be discontinued with this final round of lease amendments. The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 3-22-22.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 4-25-22.
22-0319 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Purchase and Sale
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Habitat for
Humanity of Metro Denver, Inc., for sale of 5 parcels of City-owned
property, located at 1049 Stuart Street, 1060 Newton Street, 1076 Meade
Street, 1077 Meade Street & 1086 Meade Street in Council District 3, for
purchaser to build affordable housing.
Approves a purchase and sale agreement with Habitat for Humanity for $50 for sale
of 5 parcels of City-owned property, located at 1049 Stuart Street, 1060 Newton
Street, 1076 Meade Street, 1077 Meade Street & 1086 Meade Street in Council
District 3, for purchaser to build a minimum of 6 income-restricted units, including
recordation of a 90-year affordable housing deed covenant upon closing
(FINAN-202261767). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 4-25-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 3-22-22.
22-0321 A bill for an ordinance making a rescission from and an
appropriation in the Parks Legacy Fund; transferring cash to the Parks,
Trails, and Open Space Capital Improvement Fund; and authorizing an
appropriation in the Parks, Trails, and Open Space Capital Improvement
Fund.
Approves the transfer of $5 million from the Parks, Trails and Open Space Operating
Special Revenue Fund 15828 into the Parks Legacy Improvement Projects Fund
36050 and appropriates the transferred amount to be utilized for parks and
recreation improvements to be delivered as part of the Weir Gulch-Decatur Crossing
flood mitigation project. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
3-22-22.
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22-0330 A bill for an ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 1413, Series of
2020, concerning the Climate Protection Fund.
Amends Ordinance 20-1413 creating the Climate Protection Fund to expand the
types of allowable revenue received into the fund to include program income. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-22-22.
BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Finance & Governance Committee
22-0293 A bill for an ordinance authorizing the City and County of Denver
to convey to SID, LLC the City’s interest in a parcel of real estate located at
2942-2944 Welton Street.
Approves the execution and recordation of a Quit Claim Deed conveying title to
approximately 150 square feet of real property to SID, LLC in connection with a
certain project development dedication located at 2942-2944 Welton Street in
Council District 9. The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 4-18-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 3-15-22.
RECAP OF BILLS TO BE CALLED OUT
PRE-RECESS ANNOUNCEMENT
Tonight, there will be a required public hearing on Council Bill 21-1528,
changing the zoning classification for 3435 North Albion Street in Northeast
Park Hill; and, a required public hearing on Council Bill 22-0147, changing
the zoning classification for 2875 North Albion Street in North Park Hill.
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 RECONVENES AND RESUMES ITS REGULAR
SESSION
PUBLIC HEARINGS - BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
21-1528 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 3435
North Albion Street in Northeast Park Hill.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from PUD 539 to E-MX-2x (planned
development to urban edge, mixed-use), located at 3435 North Albion Street in
Council District 8. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-1-22.
22-0147 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2875
North Albion Street in North Park Hill.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-C to U-SU-C1 (allows for
an accessory dwelling unit), located at 2875 North Albion Street in Council District 8.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-15-22.
PRE-ADJOURNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
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PENDING
FOR 4-11-22:
22-0209 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 3455
North Birch Street in Northeast Park Hill.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-SU-Dx to E-SU-D1x (allows
for an accessory dwelling unit), located at 3455 N. Birch Street in Council District 8.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-22-22.
Final Consideration 4-11-22 | Required Public Hearing
FOR 4-18-22:
22-0168 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 4116
Decatur Street in Sunnyside.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-C1 to U-SU-B1 (allows
for an accessory dwelling unit), located at 4116 North Decatur Street in Council
District 1. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-15-22.
Final Consideration 4-18-22 | Required Public Hearing
22-0169 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2841
North Kearney Street in North Park Hill.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-SU-Dx to E-SU-D1x (allows
for an accessory dwelling unit), located at 2841 North Kearney Street in Council
District 8. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-15-22.
Final Consideration 4-18-22 | Required Public Hearing
FOR 4-25-22:
22-0246 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2039
South Williams Street in University.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-C to U-SU-C1 (allows for
an accessory dwelling unit), located at 2039 South Williams Street in Council District
6. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-1-22.
Final Consideration 4-25-22 | Required Public Hearing
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22-0249 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 4151
and 4155 Jason Street in Sunnyside.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from I-MX-3 to U-RX-5 (industrial
to urban, mixed-use), located at 4151 and 4155 North Jason Street in Council
District 1. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-1-22.
Final Consideration 4-25-22 | Required Public Hearing
22-0250 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2154
South Lafayette Street in University.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-C to U-SU-C1 (allows for
an accessory dwelling unit), located at 2154 South Lafayette Street in Council
District 6. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-1-22.
Final Consideration 4-25-22 | Required Public Hearing
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