City Council
Regular MeetingDenver, CO · August 8, 2022
Minutes
City Council Minutes
Meeting Date: Monday, August 8, 2022 3:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Herndon led the Pledge of Allegiance.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Councilmember Herndon led the Land Acknowledgement.
ROLL CALL
Councilmember CdeBaca attended the meeting virtually.
Present: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
22-0958 Minutes of Monday, August 1, 2022
The minutes of Monday, August 1, 2022 were distributed to members of Council.
Council President Torres ordered the minutes approved.
Approved
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council members Black, Sandoval, CdeBaca and Torres offered announcements.
PRESENTATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
PROCLAMATIONS
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RECAP OF BILLS TO BE CALLED OUT
Items called out for a separate vote:
Finance & Governance Committee
22-0869 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Slalom, LLC to continue work
on the Salesforce platform for major strategic initiatives that rely on
business intelligence, information, and communication technology
services.
Amends an on-call technology services agreement with Slalom, LLC by adding
$5,000,000 for a new total of $10,000,000 and 3 years for a new end date of
12-31-2026 to continue work on the Salesforce platform for major strategic
initiatives that rely on business intelligence, information, and communication
technology services, citywide (TECHS- 202263882). The last regularly scheduled
Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-29-2022. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-26-2022.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Resolution 22-0869 be adopted, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Torres (12)
Nay: Sawyer (1)
BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee
Finance & Governance Committee
22-0876 A bill for an ordinance submitting to a vote of the registered
electors of the City and County of Denver at a special municipal election to
be held in conjunction with the coordinated election on November 8, 2022,
a proposed amendment to the Charter of the City and County of Denver
concerning signature requirements for an initiated ordinance.
Submitting to a vote of the registered electors of the City and County of Denver at a
special municipal election to be held in conjunction with the coordinated election on
November 8, 2022, a proposed amendment to the Charter of the City and County of
Denver concerning signature requirements for initiated ordinances and referenda.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-26-2022.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Bill 22-0876 be ordered published, carried by the following vote:
Ordered published
Aye: Black, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: CdeBaca (1)
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BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee
22-0831 A bill for an ordinance concerning the organization and creation of
the Sun Valley Denver General Improvement District, in the City and
County of Denver, and creating the District Advisory Board and appointing
the initial members thereof.
Approves the creation of the Sun Valley Denver General Improvement District, the
creation of the District Advisory Board and appoints the initial members thereof,
located in Council District 3. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 7-20-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Bill 22-0831 be placed upon final consideration and do pass,
failed to carry by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: (None) (0)
Nay: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Finance & Governance Committee
22-0832 A bill for an ordinance making an appropriation in and a rescission
from General Fund Contingency and making an appropriation in the
General Fund budget for the City Attorney’s Office.
Rescinds $154,000 from General Fund Contingency and makes a
supplemental appropriation in the City Attorney’s Office General Fund
appropriation to support limited staff positions serving as Special Assistant
United States Attorneys, managed through a memorandum of understanding
with the United States Attorney’s Office and focusing on prosecuting
violations of illegal possession of a firearm under United States law. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-19-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Bill 22-0832 be placed upon final consideration and do pass,
carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: CdeBaca (1)
BLOCK VOTE
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, 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, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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RESOLUTIONS
Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee
22-0868 A resolution approving a proposed lease Agreement between the
City and County of Denver and Rocky Mountain Express, Ltd., concerning
storage space in the Jeppesen Main Terminal at Denver International
Airport.
Approves a lease agreement between Rocky Mountain Express, Ltd. for rates and
charges and for 2-years, plus 3 one-year options to extend, for 637 square feet of
space in Denver International Airport’s (DEN) Main Terminal for the purpose of
temporarily storing lost luggage at Denver International Airport (DEN) in Council
District 11 (202262657). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 8-29-2022. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 7-27-2022.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Resolution 22-0868 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
Finance & Governance Committee
22-0865 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Subway Real Estate, LLC to
change the rate structure, reducing rent by $47,185.50 for a new total of
$534,806.71 to account for reduced foot traffic during the pandemic
recovery, located in the Webb Building in Council District 9.
Amends the lease agreement with Subway Real Estate, LLC to change the rate
structure, reducing rent by $47,185.50 for a new total of $534,806.71 to account for
reduced foot traffic during the pandemic recovery, located in the Webb Building in
Council District 9. No change to lease duration. (FINAN-202054772-09). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-29-2022. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-26-2022.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Resolution 22-0865 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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22-0866 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Subway Real Estate, LLC to
change the rate structure, reducing rent by $10,800.72 for a new total of
$173,249.40 to account for reduced foot traffic during the pandemic
recovery, located in the Justice Center Garage in Council District 10.
Amends the lease agreement with Subway Real Estate, LLC to change the rate
structure, reducing rent by $10,800.72 for a new total of $173,249.40 to account for
reduced foot traffic during the pandemic recovery, located in the Justice Center
Garage in Council District 10. No change to lease duration (FINAN-202054763-08).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-29-2022. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-26-2022.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Resolution 22-0866 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
22-0867 A resolution approving a proposed Master Purchase Order between
the City and County of Denver and Dabico Airport Solutions, Incorporated
concerning OEM jet bridge replacement parts used at Denver International
Airport.
Approves a Master Purchase Order with Dabico Airport Solutions, Incorporated for
$1,800,000 and for 10 months, with three possible annual renewal options, for OEM
jet bridge replacement parts used at Denver International Airport (DEN) in Council
District 11 (SC-00006914). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 8-29-2022. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 7-26-2022.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Resolution 22-0867 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
22-0846 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the City
street system a parcel of land as South Colorado Boulevard located at the
intersection of South Colorado Boulevard and East Iliff Avenue.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right-of-way as South Colorado Boulevard,
located at the intersection of South Colorado Boulevard and East Iliff Avenue in
Council District 4. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-26-2022.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Resolution 22-0846 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
22-0859 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the City
street system a parcel of land as a public alley bounded by North Julian
Street, West 17th Avenue, North King Street, and West 18th Avenue.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right-of-way as public alley, bounded by North
Julian Street, West 17th Avenue, North King Street and West 18th Avenue, located
in Council District 3. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-26-2022.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Resolution 22-0859 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
22-0956 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
sum of twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) made payable to Joseph
Baffoni and Arthur B. Walsh, LLC, in full payment and satisfaction of all
claims related to the civil action captioned Joseph Baffoni v. Fernando
Valdez, et al., Case No. 2021CV30991 which was filed in the Denver County
District Court, State of Colorado.
Settles a claim involving the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure. This
item was approved for filing at the Mayor-Council meeting on 8-2-2022.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Resolution 22-0956 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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22-0957 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
sum of nineteen thousand five hundred dollars and zero cents
($19,500.00), made payable to Dana Lindsay and The Law Offices of Daniel
R. Rosen, P.C., in full payment and satisfaction of any and all claims related
to Claim Number 2006-001383 arising from a motor vehicle accident which
occurred on April 8, 2020.
Settles a claim involving the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure. This
item was approved for filing at the Mayor-Council meeting on 8-2-2022.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Resolution 22-0957 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
22-0870 A resolution approving and providing for the execution of a
proposed Grant Agreement between the City and County of Denver and the
United States of America Department of Health and Human Services
concerning the “Ryan White Part A FY22” program and the funding
therefor.
Approves a grant agreement with the United States Department of Health
and Human Services for $7,789,733 and through 02-28-2023 concerning the
Ryan White grant program part A response to provide care, treatment, and
supportive services to persons living with HIV/AIDS in the Denver
Transitional Grant Area (ENVHL-202263919-00). The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-27-2022.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Resolution 22-0870 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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22-0954 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
sum of fifty thousand dollars ($50,000.00) made payable to Larson
Larimer Schneider and Nora Elissaoui, in full payment and satisfaction of
all claims related to the civil action captioned Nora Elissaoui v. David O
Martinez, et al., Case No. 2021CV32746 which was filed in the Denver
County District Court, State of Colorado.
Settles a claim involving the Denver Police Department. This item was approved for
filing at the Mayor-Council meeting on 7-26-2022.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Resolution 22-0954 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
22-0955 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
total sum of nineteen thousand eight hundred dollars and zero cents
($19,800.00) to be distributed as follows: payment of the sum of fourteen
thousand four hundred dollars and zero cents ($14,400.00) made payable
to Balaban Law, LLC Settlement Account on behalf of Vanessa Cruz Herrera
and payment of the sum of five thousand four hundred dollars and zero
cents ($5,400.00) made payable to Balaban Law, LLC Settlement Account
on behalf of Ivan Cruz Herrera, in full payment and satisfaction of any and
all of their claims related to Claim Number 2003-000913 arising from a
motor vehicle accident, which occurred on October 14, 2019.
Settles a claim involving the Denver Police Department. This item was approved for
filing at the Mayor-Council meeting on 8-2-2022.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Resolution 22-0955 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Finance & Governance Committee
22-0864 A bill for an ordinance authorizing a capital equipment purchase in
the Clerk and Recorder's Elections Division General Fund budget.
Authorizes the capital equipment purchase of a mail ballot sorter in the Clerk and
Recorder’s Elections Division 2022 General Fund budget. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-26-2022.
Council Bill 22-0864 was ordered published
Ordered published
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22-0875 A bill for an ordinance submitting to a vote of the registered
electors of the City and County of Denver at a special municipal election to
be held in conjunction with the coordinated election on November 8, 2022,
a proposed amendment to the Charter of the City and County of Denver
concerning election procedures.
Submitting to a vote of the registered electors of the City and County of Denver at a
special municipal election to be held in conjunction with the coordinated election on
November 8, 2022, a proposed amendment to the Charter of the City and County of
Denver concerning election procedures. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 7-26-2022.
Council Bill 22-0875 was ordered published
Ordered published
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
22-0858 A bill for an ordinance vacating a portion of right-of-way in the
alley bounded by North Santa Fe Drive, North Inca Street, West 11th
Avenue, and West 10th Avenue, without reservations.
Vacates a portion of right-of-way in the alley bounded by North Santa Fe Drive and
North Inca Street and West 11th Avenue and West 10th Avenue in Council District 3,
without reservations. Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-26-2022.
Council Bill 22-0858 was ordered published
Ordered published
22-0861 A bill for an ordinance revising Article II, Chapter 20; Article XII,
Chapter 39; Article II, Chapter 53; and Article III, Chapter 53 of the
Revised Municipal Code.
Amends Chapter 20, Chapter 39, and Chapter 53 of the Denver Revised Municipal
Code to change the 2018 Denver Parks and Recreation voter approved sales tax
increment from being identified as ‘Parks, Trails and Open Space Fund’ to ‘Parks
Legacy Fund’ to better reflect the impact of the fund. The Committee approved filing
this item at its meeting on 7-26-2022.
Council Bill 22-0861 was ordered published
Ordered published
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Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
22-0294 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed First Amendatory
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Denver Urban
Renewal Authority to increase the contract amount and extend the term to
continue to operate the Rental/Homeowner Access & Modification
Program.
Amends a contract with Denver Urban Renewal Authority by adding $350,000 for a
new contract total of $675,000 and 1 year for a new end date of 12-31-2022 to
continue to operate the Rental/Homeowner Access & Modification Program (RHAMP)
(HOST-202161588-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 8-29-2022. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 3-16-2022.
Council Bill 22-0294 was ordered published
Ordered published
22-0860 A bill for an ordinance amending Chapter 22 of the Revised
Municipal Code establishing salaries and benefits for command staff in the
Denver Fire Department in 2023, 2024, and 2025.
Amends Chapter 22 of the Denver Revised Municipal Code establishing salaries and
benefits for command staff in the Denver Fire Department for 2023, 2024 and 2025
in accordance with approved collective bargaining agreements. The Committee
approved filing this ordinance on 7-27-2022.
Council Bill 22-0860 was ordered published
Ordered published
BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Finance & Governance Committee
22-0829 A bill for an ordinance granting the authority to acquire through
negotiated purchase or condemnation of all or any portion of any property
interest as needed in support of the West Colfax Pedestrian Crossing &
Transit Improvements project in Council District 1.
Grants the authority to acquire through negotiated purchase or condemnation of all
or any portion of any property interest as needed in support of the West Colfax
Pedestrian Crossing & Transit Improvements Project in Council District 1, including
easement interests, access rights, improvements, buildings, fixtures, licenses,
permits and other appurtenances. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 7-19-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Bill 22-0829 be placed upon final consideration and do pass en
bloc, carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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22-0833 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Amendatory
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Magellan Pipeline
Company, L.P., for relocation of a six-inch pipeline in connection with the
56th Avenue Improvements Elevate Denver Bond project.
Amends the Easement for Right-of Way with Magellan Pipeline Company, L.P. for
relocation of a six-inch pipeline in connection with the 56th Avenue Improvements
Elevate Denver Bond project, located in Council District 11 (FINAN-202263825-01).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-22-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-19-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Bill 22-0833 be placed upon final consideration and do pass en
bloc, carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
22-0839 A bill for an ordinance amending Section 2-53 of the Revised
Municipal Code to increase eligibility for appointment to the Denver Board
of Ethics.
A bill for an ordinance amending Section 2-53 of the Revised Municipal Code to
increase eligibility for appointment to the Denver Board of Ethics. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-19-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Bill 22-0839 be placed upon final consideration and do pass en
bloc, carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
22-0834 A bill for an ordinance amending Articles III and VI of Chapter 45
the Denver Revised Municipal Code to address catalytic converter thefts
within the City and County of Denver.
Amends Chapter 45 of the Denver Revised Municipal Code to address catalytic
converter thefts by adding certain identification and reporting requirements when
selling or purchasing a used catalytic converter, citywide. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-20-22.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Bill 22-0834 be placed upon final consideration and do pass en
bloc, carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Black, CdeBaca, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds,
Kashmann, Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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PRE-RECESS ANNOUNCEMENT
Council President Torres announced that tonight, there will be a required
public hearing on Council Bill 22-0861, amending Chapter 20, Chapter 39,
and Chapter 53 of the Denver Revised Municipal Code to change the 2018
Denver Parks and Recreation voter approved sales tax increment from being
identified as ‘Parks, Trails and Open Space Fund’ to ‘Parks Legacy Fund’.
Anyone wishing to speak on this matter must go online to sign up during the
recess of Council.
RECESS
Council took a recess.
COUNCIL RECONVENES AND RESUMES ITS REGULAR SESSION
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
PROCLAMATIONS
PUBLIC HEARINGS - BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
22-0861 A bill for an ordinance revising Article II, Chapter 20; Article XII,
Chapter 39; Article II, Chapter 53; and Article III, Chapter 53 of the
Revised Municipal Code.
Amends Chapter 20, Chapter 39, and Chapter 53 of the Denver Revised Municipal
Code to change the 2018 Denver Parks and Recreation voter approved sales tax
increment from being identified as ‘Parks, Trails and Open Space Fund’ to ‘Parks
Legacy Fund’ to better reflect the impact of the fund. The Committee approved filing
this item at its meeting on 7-26-2022.
Council sat as a Committee of the Whole, commencing at 5:42 p.m., Council
President Torres presiding, to hear speakers on Council Bill 22-0861. Jesse Parris
signed up to speak in favor of the bill. No speakers signed up to speak in opposition
of the bill. Sheila Urban from Parks and Recreation delivered the staff report.
A motion offered by Councilmember Herndon, duly seconded by Councilmember
Hinds, that Council Bill 22-0861 be ordered published, carried by the following vote:
Ordered published
Aye: Black, Clark, Flynn, Gilmore, Herndon, Hinds, Kashmann,
Kniech, Ortega, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: CdeBaca (1)
PRE-ADJOURNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Council President Torres announced that on Monday, August 15, 2022,
Council will have a required public hearing on Council Resolution 22-0881,
authorizing the City to decline employer participation in the State Family
and Medical Leave Insurance Program.
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ADJOURN
There being no further business before the City Council, Council President Torres
adjourned the meeting at 5:48 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, August 8, 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, August 8, 2022
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
22-0958 Minutes of Monday, August 1, 2022
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRESENTATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
PROCLAMATIONS
RESOLUTIONS
Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee
22-0868 A resolution approving a proposed lease Agreement between the
City and County of Denver and Rocky Mountain Express, Ltd., concerning
storage space in the Jeppesen Main Terminal at Denver International
Airport.
Approves a lease agreement between Rocky Mountain Express, Ltd. for rates and
charges and for 2-years, plus 3 one-year options to extend, for 637 square feet of
space in Denver International Airport’s (DEN) Main Terminal for the purpose of
temporarily storing lost luggage at Denver International Airport (DEN) in Council
District 11 (202262657). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 8-29-2022. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 7-27-2022.
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Finance & Governance Committee
22-0865 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Subway Real Estate, LLC to
change the rate structure, reducing rent by $47,185.50 for a new total of
$534,806.71 to account for reduced foot traffic during the pandemic
recovery, located in the Webb Building in Council District 9.
Amends the lease agreement with Subway Real Estate, LLC to change the rate
structure, reducing rent by $47,185.50 for a new total of $534,806.71 to account for
reduced foot traffic during the pandemic recovery, located in the Webb Building in
Council District 9. No change to lease duration. (FINAN-202054772-09). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-29-2022. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-26-2022.
22-0866 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Subway Real Estate, LLC to
change the rate structure, reducing rent by $10,800.72 for a new total of
$173,249.40 to account for reduced foot traffic during the pandemic
recovery, located in the Justice Center Garage in Council District 10.
Amends the lease agreement with Subway Real Estate, LLC to change the rate
structure, reducing rent by $10,800.72 for a new total of $173,249.40 to account for
reduced foot traffic during the pandemic recovery, located in the Justice Center
Garage in Council District 10. No change to lease duration (FINAN-202054763-08).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-29-2022. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-26-2022.
22-0867 A resolution approving a proposed Master Purchase Order
between the City and County of Denver and Dabico Airport Solutions,
Incorporated concerning OEM jet bridge replacement parts used at Denver
International Airport.
Approves a Master Purchase Order with Dabico Airport Solutions, Incorporated for
$1,800,000 and for 10 months, with three possible annual renewal options, for OEM
jet bridge replacement parts used at Denver International Airport (DEN) in Council
District 11 (SC-00006914). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 8-29-2022. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 7-26-2022.
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22-0869 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Slalom, LLC to continue work
on the Salesforce platform for major strategic initiatives that rely on
business intelligence, information, and communication technology
services.
Amends an on-call technology services agreement with Slalom, LLC by adding
$5,000,000 for a new total of $10,000,000 and 3 years for a new end date of
12-31-2026 to continue work on the Salesforce platform for major strategic
initiatives that rely on business intelligence, information, and communication
technology services, citywide (TECHS- 202263882). The last regularly scheduled
Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-29-2022. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-26-2022.
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
22-0846 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the
City street system a parcel of land as South Colorado Boulevard located at
the intersection of South Colorado Boulevard and East Iliff Avenue.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right-of-way as South Colorado Boulevard,
located at the intersection of South Colorado Boulevard and East Iliff Avenue in
Council District 4. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-26-2022.
22-0859 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the
City street system a parcel of land as a public alley bounded by North
Julian Street, West 17th Avenue, North King Street, and West 18th Avenue.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right-of-way as public alley, bounded by North
Julian Street, West 17th Avenue, North King Street and West 18th Avenue, located
in Council District 3. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-26-2022.
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22-0956 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
sum of twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) made payable to Joseph
Baffoni and Arthur B. Walsh, LLC, in full payment and satisfaction of all
claims related to the civil action captioned Joseph Baffoni v. Fernando
Valdez, et al., Case No. 2021CV30991 which was filed in the Denver County
District Court, State of Colorado.
Settles a claim involving the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure. This
item was approved for filing at the Mayor-Council meeting on 8-2-2022.
22-0957 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
sum of nineteen thousand five hundred dollars and zero cents
($19,500.00), made payable to Dana Lindsay and The Law Offices of Daniel
R. Rosen, P.C., in full payment and satisfaction of any and all claims related
to Claim Number 2006-001383 arising from a motor vehicle accident which
occurred on April 8, 2020.
Settles a claim involving the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure. This
item was approved for filing at the Mayor-Council meeting on 8-2-2022.
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
22-0870 A resolution approving and providing for the execution of a
proposed Grant Agreement between the City and County of Denver and the
United States of America Department of Health and Human Services
concerning the “Ryan White Part A FY22” program and the funding
therefor.
Approves a grant agreement with the United States Department of Health
and Human Services for $7,789,733 and through 02-28-2023 concerning the
Ryan White grant program part A response to provide care, treatment, and
supportive services to persons living with HIV/AIDS in the Denver
Transitional Grant Area (ENVHL-202263919-00). The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-27-2022.
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22-0954 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
sum of fifty thousand dollars ($50,000.00) made payable to Larson
Larimer Schneider and Nora Elissaoui, in full payment and satisfaction of
all claims related to the civil action captioned Nora Elissaoui v. David O
Martinez, et al., Case No. 2021CV32746 which was filed in the Denver
County District Court, State of Colorado.
Settles a claim involving the Denver Police Department. This item was approved for
filing at the Mayor-Council meeting on 7-26-2022.
22-0955 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
total sum of nineteen thousand eight hundred dollars and zero cents
($19,800.00) to be distributed as follows: payment of the sum of fourteen
thousand four hundred dollars and zero cents ($14,400.00) made payable
to Balaban Law, LLC Settlement Account on behalf of Vanessa Cruz Herrera
and payment of the sum of five thousand four hundred dollars and zero
cents ($5,400.00) made payable to Balaban Law, LLC Settlement Account
on behalf of Ivan Cruz Herrera, in full payment and satisfaction of any and
all of their claims related to Claim Number 2003-000913 arising from a
motor vehicle accident, which occurred on October 14, 2019.
Settles a claim involving the Denver Police Department. This item was approved for
filing at the Mayor-Council meeting on 8-2-2022.
BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Finance & Governance Committee
22-0864 A bill for an ordinance authorizing a capital equipment purchase in
the Clerk and Recorder's Elections Division General Fund budget.
Authorizes the capital equipment purchase of a mail ballot sorter in the Clerk and
Recorder’s Elections Division 2022 General Fund budget. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-26-2022.
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22-0875 A bill for an ordinance submitting to a vote of the registered
electors of the City and County of Denver at a special municipal election to
be held in conjunction with the coordinated election on November 8, 2022,
a proposed amendment to the Charter of the City and County of Denver
concerning election procedures.
Submitting to a vote of the registered electors of the City and County of Denver at a
special municipal election to be held in conjunction with the coordinated election on
November 8, 2022, a proposed amendment to the Charter of the City and County of
Denver concerning election procedures. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 7-26-2022.
22-0876 A bill for an ordinance submitting to a vote of the registered
electors of the City and County of Denver at a special municipal election to
be held in conjunction with the coordinated election on November 8, 2022,
a proposed amendment to the Charter of the City and County of Denver
concerning signature requirements for an initiated ordinance.
Submitting to a vote of the registered electors of the City and County of Denver at a
special municipal election to be held in conjunction with the coordinated election on
November 8, 2022, a proposed amendment to the Charter of the City and County of
Denver concerning signature requirements for initiated ordinances and referenda.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-26-2022.
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
22-0858 A bill for an ordinance vacating a portion of right-of-way in the
alley bounded by North Santa Fe Drive, North Inca Street, West 11th
Avenue, and West 10th Avenue, without reservations.
Vacates a portion of right-of-way in the alley bounded by North Santa Fe Drive and
North Inca Street and West 11th Avenue and West 10th Avenue in Council District 3,
without reservations. Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-26-2022.
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22-0861 A bill for an ordinance revising Article II, Chapter 20; Article XII,
Chapter 39; Article II, Chapter 53; and Article III, Chapter 53 of the
Revised Municipal Code.
Amends Chapter 20, Chapter 39, and Chapter 53 of the Denver Revised Municipal
Code to change the 2018 Denver Parks and Recreation voter approved sales tax
increment from being identified as ‘Parks, Trails and Open Space Fund’ to ‘Parks
Legacy Fund’ to better reflect the impact of the fund. The Committee approved filing
this item at its meeting on 7-26-2022.
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
22-0294 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed First Amendatory
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Denver Urban
Renewal Authority to increase the contract amount and extend the term to
continue to operate the Rental/Homeowner Access & Modification
Program.
Amends a contract with Denver Urban Renewal Authority by adding $350,000 for a
new contract total of $675,000 and 1 year for a new end date of 12-31-2022 to
continue to operate the Rental/Homeowner Access & Modification Program (RHAMP)
(HOST-202161588-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 8-29-2022. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 3-16-2022.
22-0860 A bill for an ordinance amending Chapter 22 of the Revised
Municipal Code establishing salaries and benefits for command staff in the
Denver Fire Department in 2023, 2024, and 2025.
Amends Chapter 22 of the Denver Revised Municipal Code establishing salaries and
benefits for command staff in the Denver Fire Department for 2023, 2024 and 2025
in accordance with approved collective bargaining agreements. The Committee
approved filing this ordinance on 7-27-2022.
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BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee
22-0831 A bill for an ordinance concerning the organization and creation of
the Sun Valley Denver General Improvement District, in the City and
County of Denver, and creating the District Advisory Board and appointing
the initial members thereof.
Approves the creation of the Sun Valley Denver General Improvement District, the
creation of the District Advisory Board and appoints the initial members thereof,
located in Council District 3. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 7-20-22.
Finance & Governance Committee
22-0829 A bill for an ordinance granting the authority to acquire through
negotiated purchase or condemnation of all or any portion of any property
interest as needed in support of the West Colfax Pedestrian Crossing &
Transit Improvements project in Council District 1.
Grants the authority to acquire through negotiated purchase or condemnation of all
or any portion of any property interest as needed in support of the West Colfax
Pedestrian Crossing & Transit Improvements Project in Council District 1, including
easement interests, access rights, improvements, buildings, fixtures, licenses,
permits and other appurtenances. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 7-19-22.
22-0832 A bill for an ordinance making an appropriation in and a rescission
from General Fund Contingency and making an appropriation in the
General Fund budget for the City Attorney’s Office.
Rescinds $154,000 from General Fund Contingency and makes a
supplemental appropriation in the City Attorney’s Office General Fund
appropriation to support limited staff positions serving as Special Assistant
United States Attorneys, managed through a memorandum of understanding
with the United States Attorney’s Office and focusing on prosecuting
violations of illegal possession of a firearm under United States law. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-19-22.
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22-0833 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Amendatory
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Magellan Pipeline
Company, L.P., for relocation of a six-inch pipeline in connection with the
56th Avenue Improvements Elevate Denver Bond project.
Amends the Easement for Right-of Way with Magellan Pipeline Company, L.P. for
relocation of a six-inch pipeline in connection with the 56th Avenue Improvements
Elevate Denver Bond project, located in Council District 11 (FINAN-202263825-01).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-22-22. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-19-22.
22-0839 A bill for an ordinance amending Section 2-53 of the Revised
Municipal Code to increase eligibility for appointment to the Denver Board
of Ethics.
A bill for an ordinance amending Section 2-53 of the Revised Municipal Code to
increase eligibility for appointment to the Denver Board of Ethics. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-19-22.
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
22-0834 A bill for an ordinance amending Articles III and VI of Chapter 45
the Denver Revised Municipal Code to address catalytic converter thefts
within the City and County of Denver.
Amends Chapter 45 of the Denver Revised Municipal Code to address catalytic
converter thefts by adding certain identification and reporting requirements when
selling or purchasing a used catalytic converter, citywide. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-20-22.
RECAP OF BILLS TO BE CALLED OUT
PRE-RECESS ANNOUNCEMENT
Tonight, there will be a required public hearing on Council Bill 22-0861,
amending Chapter 20, Chapter 39, and Chapter 53 of the Denver Revised
Municipal Code to change the 2018 Denver Parks and Recreation voter
approved sales tax increment from being identified as ‘Parks, Trails and
Open Space Fund’ to ‘Parks Legacy Fund’. Anyone wishing to speak on this
matter must go online to sign up during the recess of Council.
RECESS
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COUNCIL RECONVENES AND RESUMES ITS REGULAR
SESSION
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
PROCLAMATIONS
PUBLIC HEARINGS - BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
22-0861 A bill for an ordinance revising Article II, Chapter 20; Article XII,
Chapter 39; Article II, Chapter 53; and Article III, Chapter 53 of the
Revised Municipal Code.
Amends Chapter 20, Chapter 39, and Chapter 53 of the Denver Revised Municipal
Code to change the 2018 Denver Parks and Recreation voter approved sales tax
increment from being identified as ‘Parks, Trails and Open Space Fund’ to ‘Parks
Legacy Fund’ to better reflect the impact of the fund. The Committee approved filing
this item at its meeting on 7-26-2022.
PRE-ADJOURNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
On Monday, August 15, 2022, Council will have a required public hearing on
Council Resolution 22-0881, authorizing the City to decline employer
participation in the State Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program.
ADJOURN
PENDING
FOR 8-15-22:
22-0699 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification of 1001
and 1003 South Pearl Street in Washington Park West Neighborhood.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-B to PUD-G 29, located
at 1001 and 1003 South Pearl Street in Council District 7. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 6-21-2022.
Final Consideration 8-15-2022 | Required Public Hearing
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22-0803 A bill for an ordinance designating 1090 Cherokee Street as a
structure for preservation.
Approves an individual landmark designation for property located at 1090 North
Cherokee Street in Council District 10. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 7-12-2022.
Final Consideration 8-15-2022 | Required Public Hearing
FOR 8-22-22:
22-0841 A bill for an ordinance amending Article I of Chapter 30 of the
Revised Municipal Code, altering City Council procedures for designating
structures and districts for preservation.
A bill for an ordinance amending Article I of Chapter 30 of the Revised Municipal
Code, altering City Council procedures for designating structures and districts for
preservation. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-19-2022.
Final Consideration 8-22-2022 | Required Public Hearing
FOR 8-29-22:
22-0820 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 3923,
3929 West 28th Avenue and 3838 North Perry Street in Berkeley.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from PUD 456 to U-MS-3, located at
3923 & 3929 West 38th Avenue and 3838 North Perry Street in Council District 1.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-19-2022.
Final Consideration 8-29-2022 | Required Public Hearing
22-0821 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 479
North Knox Court in Barnum.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-SU-D1x to E-RH-2.5,
located at 479 North Knox Court in Council District 3. If ordered published, a public
hearing will be held on Monday, 8-29-22. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 7-26-2022.
Final Consideration 8-29-2022 | Required Public Hearing
22-0822 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 715
North Adams Street in Congress Park.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-C to U-SU-C1, located
at 715 Adams Street in Council District 10. The Committee approved filing this item
at its meeting on 7-19-2022.
Final Consideration 8-29-2022 | Required Public Hearing
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