City Council
Regular MeetingDenver, CO · February 20, 2024
Minutes
Minutes
Tuesday, February 20, 2024, 3:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council member Sandoval led the Pledge of Allegiance.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Council member Sandoval led the Land Acknowledgement.
ROLL CALL
Council member Gonzales-Gutierrez attended the meeting virtually.
Present: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
The minutes of February 12, 2024, were distributed to members of Council. Council
President Torres ordered the minutes approved.
24-0194 Minutes of Monday, February 12, 2024.
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council members Hinds, Flynn and Alvidrez offered announcements.
PRESENTATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
PROCLAMATIONS
24-0201 A Proclamation Honoring the History of Black Denver Police Officers
from 1880 to Present
A motion offered by Council member Watson, duly seconded by Council member
Flynn, that Council Proclamation 24-0201 be adopted, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
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Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
RECAP OF BILLS TO BE CALLED OUT
RESOLUTIONS
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
24-0073 A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and LAZ Parking Midwest, LLC
doing business as LAZ KARP Associates, LLC for city vehicle parking at the
Denver Post Building.
Amends a contract with LAZ KARP Associates, LLC by adding $200,000 for a new
total of $675,000 and 10 months for a new end date of 12-31-25 for city vehicle
parking at the Denver Post Building, in Council District 10 (ENVHL-202263401-03).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 1-24-2024.
Council member Gonzales-Gutierrez called this item out at the 2-20-2024 meeting
for a one-week postponement to 2-26-2024.
Pursuant to Council Rule 3.7, Council member Gonzales-Gutierrez called out this
item at the 2-20-24 meeting for a one-week postponement to 2-26-24.
Postponed
Finance & Governance Committee
24-0135 A resolution to set a public hearing relating to the adoption of the
17th and Newton Urban Redevelopment Plan and directing the Denver
Urban Renewal Authority to take certain actions in connection with the
hearing.
Sets a public hearing relating to the adoption of the 17th and Newton Urban
Redevelopment Plan and directing the Denver Urban Renewal Authority to take
certain actions in connection with the hearing, in Council District 3. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sawyer, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0135 be adopted, failed to carry by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: (None) (0)
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Nay: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer,
Torres, Watson (12)
Abstain: Lewis (1)
Block Vote
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, to approve the following items en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Approved the consent agenda
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
RESOLUTIONS
Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee
24-0125 A resolution approving a proposed Purchase Order between the
City and County of Denver and Carahsoft Technology Corporation
concerning a one-time purchase of 2024 ServiceNow Product and License
Renewal at Denver International Airport.
Approves a purchase order with Carahsoft Technology Corporation for $621,116.16
for the one-time purchase of 2024 ServiceNow Product and License Renewal for
Denver International Airport, in Council District 11 (PO-00143855). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-7-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0125 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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24-0127 A resolution approving a proposed First Amendment between the
City and County of Denver and Tastes DEN JV, LLC concerning
reimbursement for the purchase of RTD EcoPasses for concessionaire
employees at Denver International Airport.
Amends a contract with Taste DEN JV, LLC doing business as Aviano Coffee, El
Chingon, Mizu Sushi Izakaya to integrate reimbursement language to Denver
International Airport for the purchase of the Regional Transportation District (RTD)
EcoPasses for concessionaire employees, in Council District 11 (PLANE
202372045-01/201951175). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 2-7-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0127 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
24-0128 A resolution approving a proposed First Amendment between the
City and County of Denver and Rocky Mountain Hospitality Partners, LLC
concerning reimbursement for the purchase of RTD EcoPasses for
concessionaire employees at Denver International Airport.
Amends a contract with Rocky Mountain Hospitality Partners, LLC doing business as
Dazbog to integrate reimbursement language to Denver International Airport for the
purchase of the Regional Transportation District (RTD) EcoPasses for concessionaire
employees, in Council District 11 (PLANE 202372047-01/201630761). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-7-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0128 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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24-0139 A resolution of city council consenting to the Mayor’s appointment
of Molly Duplechian as the Director of Excise and Licenses.
Approves the Mayoral appointment of Molly Duplechian as Executive Director of the
Department of Excise and Licensing, pursuant to Charter Section § 2.2.6 (D). The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-7-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0139 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
Finance & Governance Committee
24-0115 A resolution approving a proposed amendment to master purchase
order with Midwest Veterinary Supply, Inc., by adding funds for the
purchase of veterinarian vaccinations and supplies for the Denver Animal
Shelter.
Amends a purchase order with Midwest Veterinary Supply Inc. to add $500,000 for a
new total of $900,000 for the purchase of veterinarian vaccinations and supplies for
the Denver Animal Shelter, in Council District 3. No change in term length
(SC-00006927). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 2-6-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0115 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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24-0117 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and TruLink LLC to provide telecommunication
technicians to assist with various communication cabling.
Approves an on-call contract with TruLink LLC for $10,000,000 and for 5 years with
an end term of 2-1-2029 to provide telecommunication technicians to assist with
various communication cabling at locations citywide (TECHS-202371637-00). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0117 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
24-0118 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Istonish, Inc. for continued
management of the City's ServiceDesk after hours.
Amends a contract with Istonish, Inc. to increase the contract amount by $1,500,000
for a new total of $2,245,436 for continued management of the City’s ServiceDesk
after hours, citywide (TECHS-202161371-01/TECHS-202472187-01). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0118 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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24-0120 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Star Telecommunications, Inc. to provide
telecommunication technicians to assist with various communication
cabling.
Approves an on-contract with Star Telecommunications, Inc. for $5,000,000 and 5
years with an end term date of 2-1-2029 to provide telecommunication technicians
to assist with various communication cabling, citywide (TECHS-202371636-00). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0120 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
24-0136 A resolution approving the Mayor’s appointment and
reappointment to the Board of Public Health & Environment.
Confirms the Mayoral appointment and reappointment of the following individuals to
the Board of Public Health & Environment for a term of 5 years: Reappointment of
Chris Wiant, PhD for a term from 2-1-2024 through 1-31-2029 or until a successor is
duly appointed and appointment of Dr. Matthew Stratton for a term from 2-1-2024
through 1-31-2029 or until a successor is duly appointed. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0136 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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24-0137 A resolution approving the Mayor’s appointments and
reappointments to the Regional Emergency Medical & Trauma Advisory
Council (RETAC).
Confirms the Mayoral appointments and reappointments of the following individuals
to the Regional Emergency Medical & Trauma Advisory Council (RETAC) of 2 years:
Reappointment of Chief Gary Bryskiewicz, MD for term of 2-16-2024 through
2-15-2026 or until a successor is duly appointed and Dr Aaron Eberhardt, MD for
term of 2-16-2024 through 2-15-2026 or until a successor is duly appointed and the
appointment of Dr. Maria Moreira for term of 2-16-2024 through 2-15-2026 or until a
successor is duly appointed. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 2-6-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0137 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
24-0138 A resolution approving the Mayor’s appointment to the Board of
Trustees for the Winter Park Trust.
Approves the Mayoral appointment of Councilwoman Amanda Sandoval to the Board
of Trustees for the Winter Park Trust for a term of 4 years. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0138 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
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24-0114 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the City
street system a parcel of land as North Sheridan Boulevard, located at the
intersection of North Sheridan Boulevard and West 17th Avenue.
Dedicates a parcel of land as North Sheridan Boulevard, located at the intersection
of North Sheridan Boulevard and West 17th Avenue, in Council District 3. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0114 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
24-0116 A resolution approving and providing for the execution of a
proposed Grant Agreement between the City and County of Denver and the
Colorado Department of Transportation concerning the “Denver Bluetooth
Expansion” program and the funding therefor.
Approves a grant with the Colorado Department of Transportation for $1,221,480
and an end term of 7-26-2033 to design and implement a system that detects
anonymous Bluetooth signals broadcast from mobile devices to determine accurate
travel times and speeds along major corridors, citywide (DOTI-202370990). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0116 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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24-0130 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the City
street system parcels of land as: 1) South Olive Street, located at the
intersection of South Olive Street and East Chenango Avenue; 2) East
Chenango Avenue, located at the intersection of East Chenango Avenue
and South Quebec Street; and 3) South Quebec Street, located at the
intersection of South Quebec Street and East Chenango Avenue.
Dedicates three parcels of land as Public Right-of-Way as 1) South Olive Street,
located at the intersection of South Olive Street and East Chenango Avenue, 2) East
Chenango Avenue, located at the intersection of East Chenango Avenue and South
Quebec Street, and 3) South Quebec Street, located at the intersection of South
Quebec Street and East Chenango Avenue, in Council District 4. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0130 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
24-0131 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the City
street system a parcel of land as North Speer Boulevard, located near the
intersection of North Speer Boulevard and North Cherokee Street.
Dedicates a parcel of land as Public Right-of-Way as North Speer Boulevard, located
near the intersection of North Speer Boulevard and North Cherokee Street, in
Council District 10. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
2-6-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0131 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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24-0132 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the City
street system a parcel of land as a public alley bounded by East Colfax
Avenue, North Fillmore Street, East 16th Avenue, and North Milwaukee
Street.
Dedicates a parcel of land as Public Right-of-Way as Public Alley, bounded by East
Colfax Avenue, North Fillmore Street, East 16th Avenue, and North Milwaukee
Street, in Council District 10. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 2-6-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0132 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
23-1619 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Cicatelli Associates Inc. for the evaluation and
reporting on the results of programming for recipients of the Healthy Food
for Denver's Kids funding.
Approves a contract with Cicatelli Associates Inc. for $1,600,000 and a term end
date of 8-31-2027 for the evaluation and reporting on the results of programming for
recipients of the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids funding, citywide. 202370675-00.
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-1-2023.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 23-1619 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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24-0121 A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Habitat for Humanity of Metro
Denver, Inc. to extend the term to allow for the completion of the scope of
work related to the acquisition and disposition of affordable housing.
Amends an agreement with Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver Inc. to extend the
term to 6-30-2024 to allow for the acquisition and sale of single-family units to low
and moderate income households, citywide. No change in cost.
(HOST-202472113-02). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 2-7-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0121 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
24-0122 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Habitat for Humanity of Metro
Denver, Inc. to extend the term and revise the scope of work and other
provisions of the agreement.
Amends a grant agreement with Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver, Inc. to
extend the term date 1 year to 3-31-2025 to continue to build affordable homes for
sale, in Council District 3 (HOST 202266092/HOST 202371625-01). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 3-11-2024. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-7-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0122 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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24-0123 A resolution approving a proposed Loan Agreement between the
City and County of Denver and MHV Partners LLLP to assist with the
development and construction of one hundred two (102) affordable
multi-family dwelling units in Council District 3.
Approves the loan agreement with MHV Partners LLLP for $4,080,000 to assist with
the development and construction of one hundred two (102) affordable multi-family
dwelling units, which will be known as The Irving at Mile High Vista, in Council
District 3 (HOST-202371413). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within
the 30-day review period is on 3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item
at its meeting on 2-7-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0123 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
24-0134 A resolution approving a proposed amendment to purchase order
with Colorado Hospitality Services, Inc., by adding funds for the purchase
of meals for guests at migrant shelters, citywide.
Amends a purchase order with Colorado Hospitality Services Inc. to add $475,000
for a new total of $925,000 for the purchase of meals for guests at migrant shelters,
citywide (PO-00141469). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 2-7-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0134 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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24-0199 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
total sum of Thirty-Six Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($36,000.00)
made payable to Frank Law Office LLC in full payment and satisfaction of
all claims related to the civil action captioned Thomas Aaron Yannuzzi v.
City and County of Denver, Marley Bordovsky, Denver Assistant Attorney;
Aaron Rebeterano, Denver Police Lieutenant; Mike O’Donnell, Denver Police
Commander; Heather Jossi, Denver Police Officer; Joe Montoya, Denver
Police Division Chief which was filed in the United States District Court of
Colorado, Case No. 23-cv-00592-SKC-NRN.
Approves a settlement involving the Denver Police Department. This settlement was
approved for filing at the Mayor-Council meeting on 2-13-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0199 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
24-0200 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
total sum of Nineteen Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($19,000.00) made
payable Gaiennie Law Office in full payment and satisfaction of all claims
related to the incident which took place on March 1, 2022, at or near the
intersection of East 28th Avenue and North Colorado Boulevard in Denver,
Colorado, 80207, Claim No. 2022-009570.
Approves a settlement involving the Denver Police Department. This settlement was
approved for filing at the Mayor-Council meeting on 2-13-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0200 be adopted en bloc, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee
24-0126 A bill approving a proposed Agreement between the City and
County of Denver and Regional Transportation District (RTD), to provide
reduced-rate EcoPass options for all concessionaire employees at Denver
International Airport.
Approves an intergovernmental agreement with Regional Transportation District
(RTD) for $1,211,800 and for one year to provide reduced-rate EcoPass options for
all concessionaire employees at Denver International Airport, in Council District 11
(PLANE-202370322). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 2-7-2024.
Council Bill 24-0126 was ordered published.
Ordered published
Finance & Governance Committee
24-0102 A bill for an ordinance establishing a new fund in the Grant and
Other Money Projects Series for the “Capital Improvement Claims
Settlement” program.
Establishes a new fund, the Claims Settlement Capital Improvement Fund (38434),
in the Grant and Other Money Project Fund Series, citywide. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 1-30-2024.
Council Bill 24-0102 was ordered published.
Ordered published
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
24-0044 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 548
South Perry Street in Westwood.
Amends Official Zoning Map, Application #2023I-00127, rezoning 548 South Perry
Street from E-TU-C to E-MX-3, in Council District 3. A public hearing will be held on
Monday, 3-18-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
1-30-2024.
Council Bill 24-0044 was ordered published with a future required public hearing on
3/18/2024.
Ordered published with a future required public hearing
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24-0088 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 4675
East Iliff Avenue in University Hills.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-SU-Dx to E-SU-B1, located
at 4675 East Iliff Avenue in Council District 4. A public hearing will be held on
Monday, 3-18-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
1-30-2024.
Council Bill 24-0088 was ordered published with a future required public hearing on
3/18/2024.
Ordered published with a future required public hearing
24-0091 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 3446
South Patton Way in Harvey Park South.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from S-SU-F to S-SU-F1, located at
3446 South Patton Way in Council District 2. A public hearing will be held on Monday,
3-18-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 1-30-2024.
Council Bill 24-0091 was ordered published with a future required public hearing on
3/18/2024.
Ordered published with a future required public hearing
24-0133 A bill for an ordinance vacating a portion of right-of-way adjacent
to 4889 South Quebec Street, without reservations.
Vacates a portion of right-of-way adjacent to 4889 South Quebec Street, without
reservations, in Council District 4. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 2-6-2024.
Council Bill 24-0133 was ordered published.
Ordered published
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
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24-0124 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Amendatory
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and the Housing
Authority of the City and County of Denver, Colorado, to extend the term
and revise the scope of work and other provisions of the agreement.
Amends a grant agreement with the Housing Authority of the City and County of
Denver, Colorado to extend the term by 1 year for a new end term of 3-31-2025 to
continue developing affordable housing and accessory dwelling units, citywide. No
change in cost (HOST 202266093/HOST 202371410-01). The last regularly scheduled
Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 3-11-2024. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-7-2024.
Council Bill 24-0124 was ordered published.
Ordered published
BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Finance & Governance Committee
24-0101 A bill for an ordinance making a cash transfer from the Risk
Management Special Revenue Fund (11838) to the Capital Improvement
Claims Settlement Fund (38434) and making an appropriation in the
Capital Improvement Claims Settlement Fund.
Approves a transfer of $200,000 from the Risk Management Special Revenue Fund
to the Capital Improvement Claims Settlement Fund (38434) and appropriates the
transferred amount to support bridge maintenance projects, citywide. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 1-30-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Bill 24-0101 be placed upon final consideration and do pass en
bloc, carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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24-0103 A bill for an ordinance authorizing expenditures in the Human
Services Special Revenue Fund based on a letter of intent from the State of
Colorado to award funding to the City and County of Denver for the
“Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)” program for the 2024 program
year.
Appropriates $682,400 from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) to
fund the Community Services Block Grant program, citywide. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 1-30-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Bill 24-0103 be placed upon final consideration and do pass en
bloc, carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
23-1880 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed First Amendment to
the Development Agreement between the City and County of Denver, ACM
High Point VI C LLC and Bottling Group, LLC.
Amends the development agreement with ACM High Point VI C LLC and Bottling
Group, LLC to clarify that bridge access can cross the open space at East 69th Drive
and removes the requirement for bridge access to be constructed at East 71st
Avenue, in Council District 11. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.
CPLAN-202370465-01; Alfresco XC0A043-01. The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 3-4-2024. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 1-30-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Bill 23-1880 be placed upon final consideration and do pass en
bloc, carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
24-0083 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Agreement between
the City and County of Denver and Denver Health and Hospital Authority, to
provide the expansion of Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services in
Denver County Jail and Downtown Detention Center, in Council Districts 8
and 10.
Approves an intergovernmental agreement with Denver Health and Hospital
Authority for $1,650,000 with and end term date of 12-31-2026 to provide the
expansion of Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services in Denver County Jail
and Downtown Detention Center, in Council Districts 8 and 10 (SHERF-202371581).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-4-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 1-31-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Bill 24-0083 be placed upon final consideration and do pass en
bloc, carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
PRE-RECESS ANNOUNCEMENT
Council President Torres announced that tonight, there will be a required public hearing
on Council Bill 24-0011 changing the zoning classification for 2360 North Cherry Street
in North Park Hill; a required public hearing on Council Bill 24-0012 changing the zoning
classification for 653 North Marion Street in Country Club; and a required public hearing
on Council Bill 23-1569 changing the zoning classification for multiple properties in the
City and County of Denver. Anyone wishing to speak on any of these matters should 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 FINAL CONSIDERATION
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
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24-0011 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2360
North Cherry Street in North Park Hill.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU C to U-SU-C1, located at
2360 North Cherry Street, in Council District 9. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 1-16-2024.
Council sat as a Committee of the Whole, commencing at 5:31 p.m., Council
President Torres presiding, to hear speakers on Council Bill 24-0011. Jesse Parris
signed up to speak in favor of the bill. No speakers signed up in opposition of the bill.
William Prince of Community Planning and Development delivered the staff report.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Sawyer, that Council Bill 24-0011 be placed upon final consideration and do pass,
carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
24-0012 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 653
North Marion Street in Country Club.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-C to U-SU-C1, located
at 653 North Marion Street, in Council District 5. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 1-16-2024.
Council sat as a Committee of the Whole, commencing at 5:47 p.m., Council
President Torres presiding, to hear speakers on Council Bill 24-0012. Fredrick Glick
and Jesse Parris signed up to speak in favor of the bill. No speakers signed up in
opposition of the bill. William Prince of Community Planning and Development
delivered the staff report.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Bill 24-0012 be placed upon final consideration and do pass,
carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
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23-1569 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for
multiple properties in the City and County of Denver.
Approves a map amendment to rezone multiple properties from OS-B, OS-C,
E-SU-D, E-SU-D1x, E-RH-2.5, M-RX-5, C-RX-8 UO-3, U-MX-3 UO-1, UO-2, E-MX-3,
C-MS-8, I-MX-3, R-1, C-MU-30 wvrs UO-1, C-MU-30 wvrs UO-1 AIO, C-MU-20 wvrs,
O-1 wvrs, R-2-A wvrs, PUD 252, C-MU-20 wvrs, PUD 319, R-1 and PUD 252 to OS-A,
in Council Districts 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10 and 11. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 10-31-2023.
Council sat as a Committee of the Whole, commencing at 6:09 p.m., Council
President Torres presiding, to hear speakers on Council Bill 23-1569. Jesse Parris
signed up to speak in favor of the bill. No speakers signed up in opposition of the bill.
Francisca Peñafiel of Community Planning and Development delivered the staff
report.
A motion offered by Council member Sandoval, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Bill 23-1569 be placed upon final consideration and do pass,
carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds,
Kashmann, Lewis, Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval,
Sawyer, Torres, Watson (13)
Nay: (None) (0)
PRE-ADJOURNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Council President Torres announced that on Monday, March 18, 2024, Council will hold a
required public hearing on Council Bill 24-0044 changing the zoning classification for
548 South Perry Street in Westwood; a required public hearing on Council Bill 24-0088
changing the zoning classification for 4675 East Iliff Avenue in University Hills; and a
required public hearing on Council Bill 24-0091 changing the zoning classification for
3446 South Patton Way in Harvey Park South. Any protests against Council Bills
24-0044, 24-0088, or 24-0091 must be filed with the Council Offices no later than noon
on Monday, March 11, 2024.
ADJOURN
There being no further business before the City Council, Council President Torres
adjourned the meeting at 6:29 p.m.
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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
Agenda
February 20, 2024, 3:30 PM
Cathy Reynolds City Council Chamber
1437 Bannock Street, Room 450
District 1 Pro Tem Amanda P Sandoval District 8 Shontel M. Lewis
District 2 Kevin Flynn District 9 Darrell Watson
District 3 President Jamie Torres District 10 Chris Hinds
District 4 Diana Romero Campbell District 11 Stacie Gilmore
District 5 Amanda Sawyer At-Large Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez
District 6 Paul Kashmann At-Large Sarah Parady
District 7 Flor Alvidrez Exec. Bonita Roznos
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City Council Agenda Tuesday, February 20, 2024
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
24-0194 Minutes of Monday, February 12, 2024.
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRESENTATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
PROCLAMATIONS
24-0201 A Proclamation Honoring the History of Black Denver Police
Officers from 1880 to Present
Sponsor Watson
RESOLUTIONS
Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee
24-0125 A resolution approving a proposed Purchase Order between the
City and County of Denver and Carahsoft Technology Corporation
concerning a one-time purchase of 2024 ServiceNow Product and License
Renewal at Denver International Airport.
Approves a purchase order with Carahsoft Technology Corporation for $621,116.16
for the one-time purchase of 2024 ServiceNow Product and License Renewal for
Denver International Airport, in Council District 11 (PO-00143855). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-7-2024.
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24-0127 A resolution approving a proposed First Amendment between the
City and County of Denver and Tastes DEN JV, LLC concerning
reimbursement for the purchase of RTD EcoPasses for concessionaire
employees at Denver International Airport.
Amends a contract with Taste DEN JV, LLC doing business as Aviano Coffee, El
Chingon, Mizu Sushi Izakaya to integrate reimbursement language to Denver
International Airport for the purchase of the Regional Transportation District (RTD)
EcoPasses for concessionaire employees, in Council District 11 (PLANE
202372045-01/201951175). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 2-7-2024.
24-0128 A resolution approving a proposed First Amendment between the
City and County of Denver and Rocky Mountain Hospitality Partners, LLC
concerning reimbursement for the purchase of RTD EcoPasses for
concessionaire employees at Denver International Airport.
Amends a contract with Rocky Mountain Hospitality Partners, LLC doing business as
Dazbog to integrate reimbursement language to Denver International Airport for the
purchase of the Regional Transportation District (RTD) EcoPasses for concessionaire
employees, in Council District 11 (PLANE 202372047-01/201630761). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-7-2024.
24-0139 A resolution of city council consenting to the Mayor’s appointment
of Molly Duplechian as the Director of Excise and Licenses.
Approves the Mayoral appointment of Molly Duplechian as Executive Director of the
Department of Excise and Licensing, pursuant to Charter Section § 2.2.6 (D). The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-7-2024.
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Finance & Governance Committee
24-0115 A resolution approving a proposed amendment to master purchase
order with Midwest Veterinary Supply, Inc., by adding funds for the
purchase of veterinarian vaccinations and supplies for the Denver Animal
Shelter.
Amends a purchase order with Midwest Veterinary Supply Inc. to add $500,000 for a
new total of $900,000 for the purchase of veterinarian vaccinations and supplies for
the Denver Animal Shelter, in Council District 3. No change in term length
(SC-00006927). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 2-6-2024.
24-0117 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and TruLink LLC to provide telecommunication
technicians to assist with various communication cabling.
Approves an on-call contract with TruLink LLC for $10,000,000 and for 5 years with
an end term of 2-1-2029 to provide telecommunication technicians to assist with
various communication cabling at locations citywide (TECHS-202371637-00). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
24-0118 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Istonish, Inc. for continued
management of the City's ServiceDesk after hours.
Amends a contract with Istonish, Inc. to increase the contract amount by $1,500,000
for a new total of $2,245,436 for continued management of the City’s ServiceDesk
after hours, citywide (TECHS-202161371-01/TECHS-202472187-01). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
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24-0120 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Star Telecommunications, Inc. to provide
telecommunication technicians to assist with various communication
cabling.
Approves an on-contract with Star Telecommunications, Inc. for $5,000,000 and 5
years with an end term date of 2-1-2029 to provide telecommunication technicians
to assist with various communication cabling, citywide (TECHS-202371636-00). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
24-0135 A resolution to set a public hearing relating to the adoption of the
17th and Newton Urban Redevelopment Plan and directing the Denver
Urban Renewal Authority to take certain actions in connection with the
hearing.
Sets a public hearing relating to the adoption of the 17th and Newton Urban
Redevelopment Plan and directing the Denver Urban Renewal Authority to take
certain actions in connection with the hearing, in Council District 3. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
24-0136 A resolution approving the Mayor’s appointment and
reappointment to the Board of Public Health & Environment.
Confirms the Mayoral appointment and reappointment of the following individuals to
the Board of Public Health & Environment for a term of 5 years: Reappointment of
Chris Wiant, PhD for a term from 2-1-2024 through 1-31-2029 or until a successor is
duly appointed and appointment of Dr. Matthew Stratton for a term from 2-1-2024
through 1-31-2029 or until a successor is duly appointed. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
24-0137 A resolution approving the Mayor’s appointments and
reappointments to the Regional Emergency Medical & Trauma Advisory
Council (RETAC).
Confirms the Mayoral appointments and reappointments of the following individuals
to the Regional Emergency Medical & Trauma Advisory Council (RETAC) of 2 years:
Reappointment of Chief Gary Bryskiewicz, MD for term of 2-16-2024 through
2-15-2026 or until a successor is duly appointed and Dr Aaron Eberhardt, MD for
term of 2-16-2024 through 2-15-2026 or until a successor is duly appointed and the
appointment of Dr. Maria Moreira for term of 2-16-2024 through 2-15-2026 or until a
successor is duly appointed. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 2-6-2024.
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24-0138 A resolution approving the Mayor’s appointment to the Board of
Trustees for the Winter Park Trust.
Approves the Mayoral appointment of Councilwoman Amanda Sandoval to the Board
of Trustees for the Winter Park Trust for a term of 4 years. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
24-0114 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the
City street system a parcel of land as North Sheridan Boulevard, located at
the intersection of North Sheridan Boulevard and West 17th Avenue.
Dedicates a parcel of land as North Sheridan Boulevard, located at the intersection
of North Sheridan Boulevard and West 17th Avenue, in Council District 3. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
24-0116 A resolution approving and providing for the execution of a
proposed Grant Agreement between the City and County of Denver and the
Colorado Department of Transportation concerning the “Denver Bluetooth
Expansion” program and the funding therefor.
Approves a grant with the Colorado Department of Transportation for $1,221,480
and an end term of 7-26-2033 to design and implement a system that detects
anonymous Bluetooth signals broadcast from mobile devices to determine accurate
travel times and speeds along major corridors, citywide (DOTI-202370990). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
24-0130 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the
City street system parcels of land as: 1) South Olive Street, located at the
intersection of South Olive Street and East Chenango Avenue; 2) East
Chenango Avenue, located at the intersection of East Chenango Avenue
and South Quebec Street; and 3) South Quebec Street, located at the
intersection of South Quebec Street and East Chenango Avenue.
Dedicates three parcels of land as Public Right-of-Way as 1) South Olive Street,
located at the intersection of South Olive Street and East Chenango Avenue, 2) East
Chenango Avenue, located at the intersection of East Chenango Avenue and South
Quebec Street, and 3) South Quebec Street, located at the intersection of South
Quebec Street and East Chenango Avenue, in Council District 4. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-6-2024.
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24-0131 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the
City street system a parcel of land as North Speer Boulevard, located near
the intersection of North Speer Boulevard and North Cherokee Street.
Dedicates a parcel of land as Public Right-of-Way as North Speer Boulevard, located
near the intersection of North Speer Boulevard and North Cherokee Street, in
Council District 10. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
2-6-2024.
24-0132 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the
City street system a parcel of land as a public alley bounded by East Colfax
Avenue, North Fillmore Street, East 16th Avenue, and North Milwaukee
Street.
Dedicates a parcel of land as Public Right-of-Way as Public Alley, bounded by East
Colfax Avenue, North Fillmore Street, East 16th Avenue, and North Milwaukee
Street, in Council District 10. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 2-6-2024.
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
23-1619 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Cicatelli Associates Inc. for the evaluation and
reporting on the results of programming for recipients of the Healthy Food
for Denver's Kids funding.
Approves a contract with Cicatelli Associates Inc. for $1,600,000 and a term end
date of 8-31-2027 for the evaluation and reporting on the results of programming for
recipients of the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids funding, citywide. 202370675-00.
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-1-2023.
24-0073 A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and LAZ Parking Midwest, LLC
doing business as LAZ KARP Associates, LLC for city vehicle parking at the
Denver Post Building.
Amends a contract with LAZ KARP Associates, LLC by adding $200,000 for a new
total of $675,000 and 10 months for a new end date of 12-31-25 for city vehicle
parking at the Denver Post Building, in Council District 10 (ENVHL-202263401-03).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 1-24-2024.
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24-0121 A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Habitat for Humanity of Metro
Denver, Inc. to extend the term to allow for the completion of the scope of
work related to the acquisition and disposition of affordable housing.
Amends an agreement with Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver Inc. to extend the
term to 6-30-2024 to allow for the acquisition and sale of single-family units to low
and moderate income households, citywide. No change in cost.
(HOST-202472113-02). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 2-7-2024.
24-0122 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Habitat for Humanity of Metro
Denver, Inc. to extend the term and revise the scope of work and other
provisions of the agreement.
Amends a grant agreement with Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver, Inc. to
extend the term date 1 year to 3-31-2025 to continue to build affordable homes for
sale, in Council District 3 (HOST 202266092/HOST 202371625-01). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 3-11-2024. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-7-2024.
24-0123 A resolution approving a proposed Loan Agreement between the
City and County of Denver and MHV Partners LLLP to assist with the
development and construction of one hundred two (102) affordable
multi-family dwelling units in Council District 3.
Approves the loan agreement with MHV Partners LLLP for $4,080,000 to assist with
the development and construction of one hundred two (102) affordable multi-family
dwelling units, which will be known as The Irving at Mile High Vista, in Council
District 3 (HOST-202371413). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within
the 30-day review period is on 3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item
at its meeting on 2-7-2024.
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24-0134 A resolution approving a proposed amendment to purchase order
with Colorado Hospitality Services, Inc., by adding funds for the purchase
of meals for guests at migrant shelters, citywide.
Amends a purchase order with Colorado Hospitality Services Inc. to add $475,000
for a new total of $925,000 for the purchase of meals for guests at migrant shelters,
citywide (PO-00141469). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 2-7-2024.
24-0199 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
total sum of Thirty-Six Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($36,000.00)
made payable to Frank Law Office LLC in full payment and satisfaction of
all claims related to the civil action captioned Thomas Aaron Yannuzzi v.
City and County of Denver, Marley Bordovsky, Denver Assistant Attorney;
Aaron Rebeterano, Denver Police Lieutenant; Mike O’Donnell, Denver Police
Commander; Heather Jossi, Denver Police Officer; Joe Montoya, Denver
Police Division Chief which was filed in the United States District Court of
Colorado, Case No. 23-cv-00592-SKC-NRN.
Approves a settlement involving the Denver Police Department. This settlement was
approved for filing at the Mayor-Council meeting on 2-13-2024.
24-0200 A resolution authorizing and approving the expenditure and
payment from the appropriation account designated “liability claims,” the
total sum of Nineteen Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($19,000.00) made
payable Gaiennie Law Office in full payment and satisfaction of all claims
related to the incident which took place on March 1, 2022, at or near the
intersection of East 28th Avenue and North Colorado Boulevard in Denver,
Colorado, 80207, Claim No. 2022-009570.
Approves a settlement involving the Denver Police Department. This settlement was
approved for filing at the Mayor-Council meeting on 2-13-2024.
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BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee
24-0126 A bill approving a proposed Agreement between the City and
County of Denver and Regional Transportation District (RTD), to provide
reduced-rate EcoPass options for all concessionaire employees at Denver
International Airport.
Approves an intergovernmental agreement with Regional Transportation District
(RTD) for $1,211,800 and for one year to provide reduced-rate EcoPass options for
all concessionaire employees at Denver International Airport, in Council District 11
(PLANE-202370322). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 2-7-2024.
Finance & Governance Committee
24-0102 A bill for an ordinance establishing a new fund in the Grant and
Other Money Projects Series for the “Capital Improvement Claims
Settlement” program.
Establishes a new fund, the Claims Settlement Capital Improvement Fund (38434),
in the Grant and Other Money Project Fund Series, citywide. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 1-30-2024.
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
24-0044 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 548
South Perry Street in Westwood.
Amends Official Zoning Map, Application #2023I-00127, rezoning 548 South Perry
Street from E-TU-C to E-MX-3, in Council District 3. If ordered published, a public
hearing will be held on Monday, 3-18-2024. The Committee approved filing this item
at its meeting on 1-30-2024.
24-0088 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 4675
East Iliff Avenue in University Hills.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-SU-Dx to E-SU-B1, located
at 4675 East Iliff Avenue in Council District 4. If ordered published, a public hearing
will be held on Monday, 3-18-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 1-30-2024.
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24-0091 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 3446
South Patton Way in Harvey Park South.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from S-SU-F to S-SU-F1, located at
3446 South Patton Way in Council District 2. If ordered published, a public hearing
will be held on Monday, 3-18-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 1-30-2024.
24-0133 A bill for an ordinance vacating a portion of right-of-way adjacent
to 4889 South Quebec Street, without reservations.
Vacates a portion of right-of-way adjacent to 4889 South Quebec Street, without
reservations, in Council District 4. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 2-6-2024.
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
24-0124 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Amendatory
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and the Housing
Authority of the City and County of Denver, Colorado, to extend the term
and revise the scope of work and other provisions of the agreement.
Amends a grant agreement with the Housing Authority of the City and County of
Denver, Colorado to extend the term by 1 year for a new end term of 3-31-2025 to
continue developing affordable housing and accessory dwelling units, citywide. No
change in cost (HOST 202266093/HOST 202371410-01). The last regularly scheduled
Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 3-11-2024. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-7-2024.
BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Finance & Governance Committee
24-0101 A bill for an ordinance making a cash transfer from the Risk
Management Special Revenue Fund (11838) to the Capital Improvement
Claims Settlement Fund (38434) and making an appropriation in the
Capital Improvement Claims Settlement Fund.
Approves a transfer of $200,000 from the Risk Management Special Revenue Fund
to the Capital Improvement Claims Settlement Fund (38434) and appropriates the
transferred amount to support bridge maintenance projects, citywide. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 1-30-2024.
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24-0103 A bill for an ordinance authorizing expenditures in the Human
Services Special Revenue Fund based on a letter of intent from the State of
Colorado to award funding to the City and County of Denver for the
“Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)” program for the 2024 program
year.
Appropriates $682,400 from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) to
fund the Community Services Block Grant program, citywide. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 1-30-2024.
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
23-1880 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed First Amendment to
the Development Agreement between the City and County of Denver, ACM
High Point VI C LLC and Bottling Group, LLC.
Amends the development agreement with ACM High Point VI C LLC and Bottling
Group, LLC to clarify that bridge access can cross the open space at East 69th Drive
and removes the requirement for bridge access to be constructed at East 71st
Avenue, in Council District 11. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.
CPLAN-202370465-01; Alfresco XC0A043-01. The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 3-4-2024. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 1-30-2024.
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
24-0083 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Agreement between
the City and County of Denver and Denver Health and Hospital Authority, to
provide the expansion of Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services in
Denver County Jail and Downtown Detention Center, in Council Districts 8
and 10.
Approves an intergovernmental agreement with Denver Health and Hospital
Authority for $1,650,000 with and end term date of 12-31-2026 to provide the
expansion of Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services in Denver County Jail
and Downtown Detention Center, in Council Districts 8 and 10 (SHERF-202371581).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
3-4-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 1-31-2024.
RECAP OF BILLS TO BE CALLED OUT
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PRE-RECESS ANNOUNCEMENT
Tonight, there will be a required public hearing on Council Bill 24-0011
changing the zoning classification for 2360 North Cherry Street in North Park
Hill; a required public hearing on Council Bill 24-0012 changing the zoning
classification for 653 North Marion Street in Country Club; and a required
public hearing on Council Bill 23-1569 changing the zoning classification for
multiple properties in the City and County of Denver. Anyone wishing to
speak on any of these matters should go online to sign up during the recess
of Council.
RECESS
COUNCIL RECONVENES AND RESUMES ITS REGULAR
SESSION
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
PROCLAMATIONS
PUBLIC HEARINGS - BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
24-0011 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2360
North Cherry Street in North Park Hill.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU C to U-SU-C1, located at
2360 North Cherry Street, in Council District 9. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 1-16-2024.
24-0012 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 653
North Marion Street in Country Club.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-C to U-SU-C1, located
at 653 North Marion Street, in Council District 5. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 1-16-2024.
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23-1569 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for
multiple properties in the City and County of Denver.
Approves a map amendment to rezone multiple properties from OS-B, OS-C,
E-SU-D, E-SU-D1x, E-RH-2.5, M-RX-5, C-RX-8 UO-3, U-MX-3 UO-1, UO-2, E-MX-3,
C-MS-8, I-MX-3, R-1, C-MU-30 wvrs UO-1, C-MU-30 wvrs UO-1 AIO, C-MU-20 wvrs,
O-1 wvrs, R-2-A wvrs, PUD 252, C-MU-20 wvrs, PUD 319, R-1 and PUD 252 to OS-A,
in Council Districts 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10 and 11. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 10-31-2023.
PRE-ADJOURNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Dependent upon publication, on Monday, March 18, 2024, Council will hold a
required public hearing on Council Bill 24-0044 changing the zoning
classification for 548 South Perry Street in Westwood; a required public
hearing on Council Bill 24-0088 changing the zoning classification for 4675
East Iliff Avenue in University Hills; and a required public hearing on Council
Bill 24-0091 changing the zoning classification for 3446 South Patton Way
in Harvey Park South. Any protests against Council Bills 24-0044, 24-0088,
or 24-0091 must be filed with the Council Offices no later than noon on
Monday, March 11, 2024.
ADJOURN
PENDING
FOR 3-11-24
24-0084 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 1160
South Yates Street in Mar Lee.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-SU-DX to E-SU-D1X, located
at 1160 South Yates Street in Council District 3. A public hearing will be held on
Monday, 3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
1-30-2024.
24-0090 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 1410
South Humboldt Street in Washington Park.
Approves an official zoning map amendment to rezone property from U-SU-C to
U-SU-C1 located at 1410 South Humboldt Street in Council District 6. A public
hearing will be held on Monday, 3-11-2024. The Committee approved filing this item
at its meeting on 1-30-2024.
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