City Council
Regular MeetingDenver, CO · August 5, 2024
Minutes
Minutes
Monday, August 5, 2024, 3:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council member Romero Campbell led the Pledge of Allegiance.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Council member Romero Campbell led the Land Acknowledgement.
ROLL CALL
Council member Parady attended the meeting virtually.
Present: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
The minutes of July 29, 2024, were distributed to members of Council. Council President
Sandoval ordered the minutes approved.
24-1023 Minutes of Monday, July 29, 2024.
Council Minutes 24-1023 were approved.
Approved
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council President Sandoval and Council members Alvidrez, Romero Campbell, Torres,
Lewis, Hinds, and Watson offered announcements.
PRESENTATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
PROCLAMATIONS
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24-1022 A Proclamation Honoring the Grand Opening of "The Mothership," a
Shelter for Youth Operated by Urban Peak.
A motion offered by Council member Alvidrez, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Proclamation 24-1022 be adopted, carried by the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
RECAP OF BILLS TO BE CALLED OUT
RESOLUTIONS
Finance & Governance Committee
24-0964 A resolution approving the Mayor’s appointment to the Community
Corrections Board.
Approves the Mayoral appointment of Tara Reeb to the Community Corrections
Board for a term beginning 8-01-2024 through 7-31-2028 or until a successor is duly
appointed. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
This item was postponed at the 8-5-2024 meeting until 8-12-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0964 be adopted was followed by a
motion offered by Council member Parady, duly seconded by Council member Flynn,
that Council Resolution 24-0964 be postponed until August 12, 2024. The motion to
postpone carried by the following vote:
Postponed to a date certain
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
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24-0913 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Sasaki Associates, Inc., to update and amend
the vision for the Downtown Area Plan, in Council Districts 1, 3, 9, and 10.
Approves a contract with Sasaki Associates, Inc., for $1,000,000 and a term of 3
years, to provide professional services to update and amend the vision for the
Downtown Area Plan, in Council Districts 1, 3, 9 & 10 (CPLAN-202474778). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-19-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-16-2024.
Pursuant to Council Rule 3.6, Council member Flynn called out this item at the
7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week postponement to 8-5-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0913 be adopted in a block, carried by
the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Parady,
Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres, Watson (11)
Nay: Lewis (1)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
24-0914 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Downtown Denver Partnership, Inc., to fund the
update and amendment to the vision for the Downtown Area Plan, in
Council Districts 1, 3, 9, and 10.
Approves a funding agreement with the Downtown Denver Partnership, Inc., for
$1,000,000 and a term of 3 years to provide funding to update and amend the vision
for the Downtown Area Plan, in Council Districts 1, 3, 9 & 10 (CPLAN-202474722).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-19-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-16-2024.
Pursuant to Council Rule 3.6, Council member Flynn called out this item at the
7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week postponement to 8-5-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0914 be adopted in a block, carried by
the following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Parady,
Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres, Watson (11)
Nay: Lewis (1)
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Absent: Kashmann (1)
24-0919 A resolution approving a proposed master purchase order with
Colorado Golf & Turf, Inc., for the purchase of Parks and Golf Course
landscaping equipment and vehicles, citywide.
Approves a master purchase order with Colorado Golf & Turf, Inc., for $2,000,000
and for a term ending 7-31-2027 for the purchase of Parks and Golf maintenance
equipment, citywide (MPO SC-00009302). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-19-2024. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-16-2024. Pursuant to Council Rule 3.6, Council
member Parady called out this item at the 7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week
postponement to 8-5-2024. This item was further postponed at the 8-5-2024
meeting until 8-19-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Flynn, duly seconded by Council member
Torres, that Council Resolution 24-0919 be adopted was followed by a motion
offered by Council member Parady, duly seconded by Council member Watson, that
Council Resolution 24-0919 be postponed until August 19, 2024. The motion to
postpone carried by the following vote:
Postponed to a date certain
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres, Watson (11)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
Abstain: Romero Campbell (1)
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24-0920 A resolution approving a proposed master purchase order with
Potestio Brothers Equipment, Inc., for the purchase of Parks and Golf
Course landscaping equipment and vehicles, citywide.
Approves a master purchase order with Potestio Brothers Equipment, Inc., for
$6,500,000 and for 5 years for the purchase of Parks and Golf maintenance
equipment, citywide (MPO SC-00009303). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-19-2024. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-16-2024. Pursuant to Council Rule 3.6, Council
member Parady called out this item at the 7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week
postponement to 8-5-2024. This item was further postponed at the 8-5-2024
meeting until 8-19-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0920 be adopted in a block was followed
by a motion offered by Council member Parady, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0920 be postponed until August 19, 2024, in a
block. The motion to postpone in a block carried by the following vote:
Postponed to a date certain
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
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24-0921 A resolution approving a proposed master purchase order with
Pattlen Enterprises, Inc., for the purchase of Parks and Golf Course
landscaping equipment and vehicles, citywide.
Approves a master purchase order with Pattlen Enterprises, Inc., for $17,000,000
and a term ending 7-31-2027, for the purchase of Parks and Golf maintenance
equipment, citywide (MPO SC-00009304). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-19-2024. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-16-2024. Pursuant to Council Rule 3.6, Council
member Parady called out this item at the 7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week
postponement to 8-5-2024. This item was further postponed at the 8-5-2024
meeting until 8-19-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0921 be adopted in a block was followed
by a motion offered by Council member Parady, duly seconded by Council member
Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0921 be postponed until August 19, 2024 in a
block. The motion to postpone in a block carried by the following vote:
Postponed
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
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24-0909 A bill for an ordinance terminating and dissolving the Santa Fe
Drive Pedestrian Mall C Local Maintenance District and directing that the
remaining funds thereof, after payment of outstanding expenses, be
transferred to the General Fund in accordance with Denver Revised
Municipal Code Section 20-211.
Approves the termination and dissolution of the Santa Fe Drive Pedestrian Mall C
maintenance district and directs the remaining funds, after completion of
outstanding payments, be transferred to the General Fund in accordance with
Denver Revised Municipal Code Section 20-211, in Council District 7. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-16-2024. This item was postponed at
the 7-29-2024 meeting until 8-5-2024 and was further postponed at the 8-5-2024
meeting until 8-26-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Flynn, that Council Bill 24-0909 be ordered published, was followed by a
motion offered by Council member Alvidrez, duly seconded by Council member
Torres, that Council Bill 24-0909 be postponed until August 26, 2024. The motion to
postpone carried by the following vote:
Postponed to a date certain
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
Block Vote
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, 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, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
RESOLUTIONS
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Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services
Committee
24-0950 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 Housing and Urban Development
concerning the “FY23 Community Project Funding Grant” program and the
funding therefor.
Approves a grant from the US Department of Housing and Urban
Development for $750,000 and an ending date of 8-31-2031 for the
completion of a new teen library space located in the Central Branch of the
Denver Public Library, in Council District 10 (BOOKS-202473631). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-24-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0950 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
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24-0953 A resolution approving a Revival and Second Amendatory
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and The Denver
Foundation, to add funds and extend the Term to continue providing
community mini-grants to support the work of nonprofit organizations,
community groups, and micro businesses in NEST neighborhoods by
funding small community-driven projects designed to strengthen
community, create a stronger and more connected neighborhood, and
address community needs, citywide.
Amends a contract with The Denver Foundation adding $300,000 for a new total of
$750,000 and 12 months for a new end date of 12-31-2024 to provide community
mini-grants to support the work of nonprofit organizations, community groups, and
micro businesses in NEST neighborhoods by funding small community-driven
projects designed to strengthen community, create a stronger and more connected
neighborhood, and address community needs, citywide
(OEDEV-202263059-00/202474021-02). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-26-2024. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-24-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0953 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
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24-0954 A resolution approving a Revival and Second Amendatory
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and The Denver
Foundation, to add funds and extend the Term to continue providing
technical assistance grants designed to strengthen nonprofit organizations
serving historically marginalized or underserved communities, citywide.
Amends a contract with The Denver Foundation adding $200,000 for a new total of
$615,000 and 12 months for a new end date of 12-31-2024 to provide technical
assistance grants designed to strengthen nonprofit organizations serving historically
marginalized or underserved communities, citywide
(OEDEV-202263172-00/OEDEV-202473958-02). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-26-2024. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-24-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0954 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
Finance & Governance Committee
24-0945 A resolution approving a Third Amendatory On Call Maintenance
and/or Repair Contract between the City and County of Denver and Kone
Inc., extending the term to continue elevator maintenance and repair,
citywide.
Amends a contract with Kone, Inc., to extend the term 8 months with a new ending
date of 3-31-2025 to continue elevator maintenance and repair, citywide. No change
to contract amount (GENRL-202474619-03/GENRL-201948388-03). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0945 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
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Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
24-0946 A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Solutions Mechanical LLC to
continue on-call appliance maintenance and repair services, citywide
excluding Denver International Airport.
Amends a contract with Solutions Mechanical LLC adding $100,000 for a new total of
$500,000 to continue on-call appliance maintenance and repair services, citywide
excluding Denver International Airport
(GENRL-202474599-02/GENRL-202054911-02). No change to contract duration. The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0946 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
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24-0947 A resolution approving a proposed amendment to master purchase
order with CPS Distributors, to add funds for irrigation backflow
replacements for all landscapes in Parks, citywide.
Amends a Master Purchase Order with CPS Distributors Inc., by adding $250,000 for
a new total of $700,000 for backflow replacements for plant health, including trees,
flowers, and all landscapes in the Parks, citywide (SC-00004398). No change to
duration. The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review
period is on 8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0947 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
24-0948 A resolution approving a proposed master purchase order with
Graybar Electric Company, Inc., for purchases of audio and visual
equipment and associated electronics, citywide, excluding Denver
International Airport.
Approves a Master Purchase Order with Graybar Electric Company Inc., for
$750,000 and a ending date of 1-31-2025 with 2 additional two-year periods not to
exceed 1-31-2029 for purchases related to audio and visual equipment and
associated electronics, citywide, excluding Denver International Airport
(SC-00009220). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0948 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
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Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
24-0955 A resolution to set a public hearing before City Council on
September 9, 2024 to approve the Service Plan for the proposed DC
Metropolitan District.
Sets a public hearing to approve the service plan for the DC Metropolitan District, in
Council District 11. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0955 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
24-0957 A resolution approving and providing for the execution of a
proposed amended Grant Agreement between the City and County of
Denver and the Federal Emergency Management Agency, National Board
for Emergency Food and Shelter Program concerning the “Emergency Food
and Shelter Grant (EFSP)” program and the funding therefor.
Approves Emergency Food and Shelter Program grant acceptance to provide
food and shelter services for families and individuals encountered by the U.S.
Department of Homeland Security, citywide (FINAN-202473196). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0957 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
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Absent: Kashmann (1)
24-0959 A resolution approving and providing for the execution of a
proposed amended Grant Agreement between the City and County of
Denver and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency
Management Agency, concerning the “FY 2024 Shelter and Services
Program” and the funding therefor.
Approves “a FEMA Shelter and Services Program” - Allocated (SSP-A) grant
award funding acceptance to serve migrants recently released from DHS
custody to temporarily provide shelter, food, transportation, medical care,
and other supplies, citywide (FINAN-202474413). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-26-2024.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0959 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
24-0960 A resolution approving the City Council reappointment of
Councilwoman Jamie Torres to the Board of Directors of the Scientific and
Cultural Facilities District.
Approves the City Council reappointment of Councilwoman Jamie Torres to the
Board of Directors of the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District for a term effective
immediately and expiring on 7-1-2027, or until a successor is duly appointed. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0960 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
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Absent: Kashmann (1)
24-0961 A resolution approving the Mayor’s reappointment to the Denver
Housing Authority Board.
Approves the Mayoral reappointment of Craig Allen to the Denver Housing Authority
Board for a term ending 7-19-2029 or until a successor is duly appointed. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0961 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
24-0962 A resolution approving the Mayor’s appointments to the Denver
Commission on Aging.
Approves the Mayoral appointments of Biswanath Das, Virginia Ortiz, Bibian Reyes,
and Kaipeng Wang to the Denver Commission on Aging for terms beginning
8-01-2024 and through 7-31-2027 or until a successor is duly appointed. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0962 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
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24-0963 A resolution approving the Mayor’s appointments to the Denver
Asian American Pacific Islander Commission.
Approves the Mayoral appointments of Jane Burke, Sean Choi, Aaron Lombardi,
Neal Walia, and Howard Chou to the Denver Asian American Pacific Islander
Commission for terms beginning 8-01-2024 through 7-31-2027 or until a successor is
duly appointed. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0963 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
24-0965 A resolution approving the City Council appointment of
Councilwoman Shontel Lewis to the Denver Preschool Program Board of
Directors.
Approves the City Council appointment of Councilwoman Shontel Lewis to the
Denver Preschool Program Board of Directors for a term effective immediately and
expiring on 7-21-2026 or until a successor is duly appointed. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0965 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
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24-0967 A resolution approving the City Council appointment of Rufina
Hernández to the Citizen Oversight Board.
Approves the City Council appointment of Rufina Hernández to the Citizen Oversight
Board for a term effective immediately and expiring on 1-1-2028, or until a
successor is duly appointed. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0967 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
24-0938 A resolution granting a revocable permit to Massandra Harbor
George Owner, LLC, to encroach into the right-of-way at 16th Street and
Champa Street.
Approves a revocable permit, subject to certain terms and conditions, to Massandra
Harbor George Owner, LLC, their successors and assigns, to encroach in the
right-of-way with existing building basement and foundation walls on the south
corner of 16th Street and Champa Street, in Council District 10. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0938 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
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24-0941 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the City
street system a parcel of land as West 26th Avenue, located near the
intersection of West 26th Avenue and North Sheridan Boulevard.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right-of-way as West 26th Avenue, located near
the intersection of West 26th Avenue and North Sheridan Boulevard, in Council
District 1. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0941 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
24-0942 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the City
street system a parcel of land as a public alley, bounded by West 16th
Avenue, North Lowell Boulevard, West Conejos Place, and North Meade
Street.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right-of-way as public alley, bounded West 16th
Avenue, North Lowell Boulevard, West Conejos Place, and North Meade Street, in
Council District 3. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0942 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
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24-0943 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 Logan
Street, East 7th Avenue, North Grant Street, and East 8th Avenue.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right-of-way as public alley in
Dedication-0000081 bounded by North Logan Street, East 7th Avenue, North Grant
Street, and East 8th Avenue, in Council District 7. The Committee approved filing
this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0943 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
24-0944 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 Logan
Street, East 7th Avenue, North Grant Street, and East 8th Avenue.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right-of-way as public alley in
Dedication-0000083 bounded by North Logan Street, East 7th Avenue, North Grant
Street, and East 8th Avenue, in Council District 7. The Committee approved filing
this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0944 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
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24-0798 A resolution approving a proposed contract between the City and
County of Denver and Bayaud Enterprises, Inc. to provide multiple
supplemental services to Colorado Works (CW) Temporary Assistance for
Needy Families (TANF).
Approves a contract with Bayaud Enterprises, Inc. for $715,064 and an ending date
of 6-30-2025, to provide multiple supplemental services to Colorado Works (CW)
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) participants, citywide
(SOCSV-202473275-00). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 6-19-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0798 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
24-0800 A resolution approving a proposed contract between the City and
County of Denver and Goodwill of Colorado to provide a combination of
case management and supplemental services to Colorado Works (CW)
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF).
Approves a contract with Goodwill of Colorado for $1,106,577 and ending 6-30-2025
to provide a combination of case management and supplemental services to
Colorado Works (CW) Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) - CW/TANF -
participants to help enhance employability and economic well-being, citywide
(SOCSV-202473266-00). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 6-19-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0800 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
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Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
24-0818 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Clayton Early Learning to provide Head Start and
Early Head Start services for 182 children and their families as a delegate
agency of Denver Great Kids Head Start (DGKHS), in Council Districts 3, 7,
8 and 11.
Approves a contract with Clayton Early Learning for $2,354,674.30 and an ending
date of 6-30-2025 to provide Head Start and Early Head Start services to 182
children and their families as a delegate agency of Denver Great Kids Head Start
(DGKHS), in Council Districts 3, 7, 8 and 11 (MOEAI-202474471). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-26-2024. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 6-26-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0818 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
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24-0922 A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Tribe Recovery Homes, Inc. to
provide recovery support services and immediate intervention centered
around housing, transportation assistance and connections to providers to
individuals re-entering the community, citywide.
Amends a contract with Tribe Recovery Homes, Inc. by adding $207,153.94 for a
new total of $607,153.96 and 15 months for a new ending date of 9-30-2025 to
provide recovery support services and immediate intervention centered around
housing, transportation assistance and connections to providers to individuals
re-entering the community, citywide (SHERF-202263684/SHERF-202474222-02).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-19-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-17-2024.
Pursuant to Council Rule 3.6, Council member Lewis called out this item at the
7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week postponement to 8-5-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0922 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
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24-0923 A resolution approving a proposed Fourth Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Mile High Council on
Alcoholism and Drug Abuse to provide clinical oversight, supervision, and
direct services to individuals in custody as part of the Recovery in a Secure
Environment (RISE) Program, citywide.
Amends a contract with Mile High Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse by adding
$381,434.72 for a new total of $1,521,268.67 and 15 months for a new ending date
of 9-30-2025 to provide clinical oversight, supervision, and direct services to
individuals in custody as part of the Recovery in a Secure Environment (RISE)
Program, citywide (SHERF-2023054980/202474212-04). The last regularly scheduled
Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-19-2024. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-17-2024. Pursuant to Council Rule 3.6,
Council member Lewis called out this item at the 7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week
postponement to 8-5-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0923 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
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24-0924 A resolution approving a proposed Fourth Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and The Empowerment Program,
Inc. to provide clinical oversight, supervision, and direct services to
individuals in custody as part of the Recovery in a Secure Environment
(RISE) Program, citywide.
Amends a contract with The Empowerment Program, Inc., by adding $193,472.16
for a new total of $806,825.37 and 15 months for a new ending date of 9-30-2025 to
provide clinical oversight, supervision, and direct services to individuals in custody
as part of the Recovery in a Secure Environment (RISE) Program, citywide
(SHERF-202054925/202474214-04). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 8-19-2024. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 7-17-2024. Pursuant to Council Rule 3.6, Council member
Lewis called out this item at the 7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week postponement to
8-5-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0924 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
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24-0936 A resolution approving and providing for the execution of a
proposed amended Grant Agreement between the City and County of
Denver and the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) concerning
the “Community Services Block Grant” program and the funding therefor.
Approves Option Letter #3 of the Community Services Block Grant award
provided by the State of Colorado Department of Local Affairs, adding
$422,549 for a new total of $845,098 to continue assistance with food access
and reduction of employment barriers, for individuals and families living at or
below 200% of the federal poverty level, citywide. No change to duration
(SOCSV202472152-00/SOCSV202472152-03). The last regularly scheduled
Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-26-2024. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-24-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0936 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
24-0949 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Carfax, Inc. to provide
requested crash reports.
Amends a contract with Carfax, Inc., by adding $1,600,000 for a new total of
$1,925,000 and four years for a new ending date of 10-31-2028 to provide
requested crash reports, citywide (POLIC-202474373-01/POLIC-202367102-00). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-24-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0949 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
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Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
24-0951 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 Human Services, Behavioral Health Administration,
for the “Criminal Justice Early Intervention Grant” program and the
funding therefor.
Approves a grant agreement with the Colorado Department of Human
Services for $1,660,696.90 and an end date of 6-30-2025 to support early
intervention, deflection, and redirecting from the criminal justice system, as
part of the Roads to Recovery programming, citywide (ENVHL-202474524).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period
is on 8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-24-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Resolution 24-0951 be adopted en bloc, carried by the
following vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services
Committee
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24-0952 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Amendatory
Intergovernmental Agreement between the City and County of Denver and
Denver Public Schools, to administer the Denver Youth Employment
Program.
Amends an intergovernmental agreement with Denver Public Schools adding
$1,500,000 for a new total of $3,000,000 and 12 months for a new end date of
1-31-2024 to administer the Denver Youth Employment Program for 2024 funding
year to provide customized workforce development services for eligible Denver
youth, citywide (OEDEV-202366654-00/OEDEV- 202371990-01). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-26-2024. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-24-2024.
Council Bill 24-0952 was ordered published.
Ordered published
Finance & Governance Committee
24-0956 A bill for an ordinance establishing a new fund in the General
Government Special Revenue Fund Series for “OHR Special Events and
Programs.”
Approves creating the “OHR Special Events and Programs” Fund (11891) in the
General Government Special Revenue Fund Series to receive funds that support
youth and community recruiting and engagement events. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
Council Bill 24-0956 was ordered published.
Ordered published
24-0958 A bill for an ordinance authorizing capital equipment purchases in
the Airport Capital Improvement and Equipment Fund and Airport Sponsor
Grant Fund.
Approves the purchase of capital equipment items from the Airport Operating
Fund (73810) and the Airport Capital Improvement and Equipment Fund
(7351) to support operation at Denver International Airport, in Council
District 11. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-23-2024.
Council Bill 24-0958 was ordered published.
Ordered published
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Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
24-0915 A bill for an ordinance designating 5086 Vrain Street as a structure
for preservation.
Approves a designation of the Kunsmiller House at 5086 Vrain Street as a structure
of preservation, in Council District 1. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 7-16-2024.
Council Bill 24-0915 was ordered published with a future required public hearing on
8-12-2024.
Ordered published with a future required public hearing
24-0940 A bill for an ordinance vacating a portion of the alley right-of-way
located between West 34th Avenue and West 33rd Avenue, and between
North Wyandot Street and North Zuni Street, with reservations.
Vacates a portion of alley between West 34th Avenue and West 33rd Avenue and
between North Wyandot Street and North Zuni Street, with reservations, in Council
District 1. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
Council Bill 24-0940 was ordered published.
Ordered published
South Platte River Committee
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24-0884 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Fourth Amendatory
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Urban Drainage
and Flood Control District for trail construction and flood control
improvements for South Platte River downstream of Florida Avenue,
between Tennessee Avenue and South Platte River Drive Overpass, in
Council District 7.
Amends an intergovernmental agreement with Urban Drainage and Flood Control
District (UDFCD), doing business as Mile High Flood District (MHFD) adding
$2,400,000 ($2.2 million in CCD funds and $200,000 in UDFCD funds) for a new total
of $9,420,570 for trail construction and flood control improvements for South Platte
River downstream of Florida Avenue, between Tennessee Avenue and South Platte
River Drive Overpass, in Council District 7 (202053889/202473736). No change to
duration. The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review
period is on 8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-17-2024.
Council Bill 24-0884 was ordered published.
Ordered published
24-0886 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Intergovernmental
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Housing Authority
of the City and County of Denver for construction of phase one of a park
along South Platte River in the Sun Valley neighborhood, in Council District
3.
Approves an intergovernmental agreement with the Housing Authority of the City
and County of Denver (DHA) for $8,500,000 and +3 years or upon final project
completion and acceptance for construction of phase one of a park along South
Platte River in the Sun Valley neighborhood, in Council District 3 (202473490). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-17-2024.
Council Bill 24-0886 was ordered published.
Ordered published
BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services
Committee
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24-0897 A bill for an ordinance approving a resolution requesting the
renewal and continuance of the Colfax Mayfair Business Improvement
District for an additional ten-year period.
Approves the renewal and continuation of the Colfax Mayfair Business Improvement
District for an additional ten-year period through 12-31-2034, in Council Districts 5 &
9. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-10-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Bill 24-0897 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, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
Finance & Governance Committee
24-0929 A bill for an ordinance resubmitting to a vote of the qualified and
registered electors of the city and county of Denver at a special municipal
election to be held in conjunction with the coordinated election of
November 5, 2024, a proposed amendment to the charter pertaining to
salaries of elected officials.
Resubmits to a vote of the qualified and registered electors of the city and
county of Denver at a special municipal election, a proposed amendment to the
charter pertaining to salaries of elected officials. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-16-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Bill 24-0929 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, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
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Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
24-0912 A bill for an ordinance vacating a portion of right-of-way at West
Colfax Avenue and North Knox Court, without reservations.
Vacates 13 feet of street right-of-way at West Colfax Avenue and North Knox Court,
without reservations, in Council District 3. The Committee approved filing this item
at its meeting on 7-16-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Bill 24-0912 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, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
24-0882 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Agreement between
the City and County of Denver and Colorado Department of Public Safety,
Division of Criminal Justice, to administer residential and non-residential
services for individuals returning from incarceration to the City and County
of Denver, citywide.
Approves a revenue agreement with Colorado Department of Public Safety, Division
of Criminal Justice for $8,212,671.40 and through 9-30-2025 for the 2024-2025
Community Correction program to administer residential and non-residential
services for individuals returning from incarceration to the City and County of
Denver, citywide (SAFTY-202474450). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 8-12-2024. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 7-10-2024. Pursuant to Council Rule 5.10, Council member
Lewis called out this item at the 7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week postponement to
8-5-2024.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Bill 24-0882 be placed upon final consideration and do
pass en bloc, carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
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Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Torres,
Watson (12)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann (1)
PRE-RECESS ANNOUNCEMENT
Council President Sandoval announced that tonight, there will be a required public
hearing on Council Bill 24-0795 changing the zoning classification for 2449 North
Newport Street in North Park Hill; and a required public hearing on Council Bill 24-0694
changing the zoning classification for 1896 & 2009 South Humboldt Street; 1918, 1930,
1936, 1961 & 2063 South Franklin Street; and 1929 & 1935 South Gilpin in Council
District 6.
RECESS
Council took a recess.
COUNCIL RECONVENES AND RESUMES ITS REGULAR SESSION
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
PROCLAMATIONS
24-1021 A Proclamation Recognizing the Annual Brothers Redevelopment
and Denver Employee Volunteer Opportunities Paint-A-Thon Day in the City
and County of Denver on Saturday, August 10, 2024.
A motion offered by Council member Lewis, duly seconded by Council member
Watson, that Council Proclamation 24-1021 be adopted, carried by the following
vote:
Adopted
Aye: Alvidrez, Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Lewis, Parady,
Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Watson (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Hinds, Kashmann, Torres (3)
PUBLIC HEARINGS - BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
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24-0795 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2449
North Newport Street in North Park Hill.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-SU-DX to E-SU-DIX located
at 2449 North Newport Street, in Council District 8. The Committee approved filing
this item at its meeting on 6-18-2024.
Council sat as a Committee of the Whole, commencing at 5:43 p.m., Council
President Sandoval presiding, to hear speakers on Council Bill 24-0795. Jesse Parris
signed up to speak in favor of the bill. No speakers signed up to speak in opposition
of the bill. Joe Green of Community Planning and Development delivered the staff
report.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell that Council Bill 24-0795 be
placed upon final consideration and do pass, carried by the following vote:
Placed upon final consideration and do pass
Aye: Flynn, Gilmore, Gonzales-Gutierrez, Hinds, Lewis, Parady,
Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Watson (10)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Alvidrez, Kashmann, Torres (3)
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24-0694 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 1896
& 2009 South Humboldt Street; 1918, 1930, 1936, 1961 & 2063 South
Franklin Street; and 1929 & 1935 South Gilpin in Council District 6.
Approves a map amendment changing the zoning of properties located at 1896
South Humboldt Street, 2009 South Humboldt Street, 1918 South Franklin Street,
1930 South Franklin Street, 1936 South Franklin Street, 1961 South Franklin Street,
2063 South Franklin Street, 1929 South Gilpin Street, 1935 South Gilpin Street from
U-SU-C to U-SU-C1 in Council District 6. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 6-4-2024.
Council sat as a Committee of the Whole, commencing at 5:55 p.m., Council
President Sandoval presiding, to hear speakers on Council Bill 24-0694. Jesse Parris
signed up to speak in favor of the bill. No speakers signed up to speak in opposition
of the bill. Abner Ramos Salcedo of Community Planning and Development delivered
the staff report.
A motion offered by Council member Romero Campbell, duly seconded by Council
member Hinds, that Council Bill 24-0694 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, Lewis,
Parady, Romero Campbell, Sandoval, Sawyer, Watson (11)
Nay: (None) (0)
Absent: Kashmann, Torres (2)
PRE-ADJOURNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Council President Sandoval announced that on Monday, August 12, 2024, Council will
hold a required public hearing on Council Bill 24-0915 designating 5086 Vrain Street as
a structure for preservation.
ADJOURN
There being no further business before the City Council, Council President Sandoval
adjourned the meeting at 6:09 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
August 05, 2024, 3:30 PM
Cathy Reynolds City Council Chamber
1437 Bannock Street, Room 450
District 1 President Amanda P Sandoval District 8 Shontel M. Lewis
District 2 Kevin Flynn District 9 Darrell Watson
District 3 Jamie Torres District 10 Chris Hinds
District 4 Pro Tem 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 Monday, August 5, 2024
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
24-1023 Minutes of Monday, July 29, 2024.
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRESENTATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
PROCLAMATIONS
24-1022 A Proclamation Honoring the Grand Opening of "The Mothership,"
a Shelter for Youth Operated by Urban Peak.
Sponsor Alvidrez
RESOLUTIONS
Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services
Committee
24-0950 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 Housing and Urban Development
concerning the “FY23 Community Project Funding Grant” program and the
funding therefor.
Approves a grant from the US Department of Housing and Urban
Development for $750,000 and an ending date of 8-31-2031 for the
completion of a new teen library space located in the Central Branch of the
Denver Public Library, in Council District 10 (BOOKS-202473631). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-24-2024.
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City Council Agenda Monday, August 5, 2024
24-0953 A resolution approving a Revival and Second Amendatory
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and The Denver
Foundation, to add funds and extend the Term to continue providing
community mini-grants to support the work of nonprofit organizations,
community groups, and micro businesses in NEST neighborhoods by
funding small community-driven projects designed to strengthen
community, create a stronger and more connected neighborhood, and
address community needs, citywide.
Amends a contract with The Denver Foundation adding $300,000 for a new total of
$750,000 and 12 months for a new end date of 12-31-2024 to provide community
mini-grants to support the work of nonprofit organizations, community groups, and
micro businesses in NEST neighborhoods by funding small community-driven
projects designed to strengthen community, create a stronger and more connected
neighborhood, and address community needs, citywide
(OEDEV-202263059-00/202474021-02). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-26-2024. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-24-2024.
24-0954 A resolution approving a Revival and Second Amendatory
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and The Denver
Foundation, to add funds and extend the Term to continue providing
technical assistance grants designed to strengthen nonprofit organizations
serving historically marginalized or underserved communities, citywide.
Amends a contract with The Denver Foundation adding $200,000 for a new total of
$615,000 and 12 months for a new end date of 12-31-2024 to provide technical
assistance grants designed to strengthen nonprofit organizations serving historically
marginalized or underserved communities, citywide
(OEDEV-202263172-00/OEDEV-202473958-02). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-26-2024. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-24-2024.
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Finance & Governance Committee
24-0945 A resolution approving a Third Amendatory On Call Maintenance
and/or Repair Contract between the City and County of Denver and Kone
Inc., extending the term to continue elevator maintenance and repair,
citywide.
Amends a contract with Kone, Inc., to extend the term 8 months with a new ending
date of 3-31-2025 to continue elevator maintenance and repair, citywide. No change
to contract amount (GENRL-202474619-03/GENRL-201948388-03). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
24-0946 A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Solutions Mechanical LLC to
continue on-call appliance maintenance and repair services, citywide
excluding Denver International Airport.
Amends a contract with Solutions Mechanical LLC adding $100,000 for a new total of
$500,000 to continue on-call appliance maintenance and repair services, citywide
excluding Denver International Airport
(GENRL-202474599-02/GENRL-202054911-02). No change to contract duration. The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
24-0947 A resolution approving a proposed amendment to master purchase
order with CPS Distributors, to add funds for irrigation backflow
replacements for all landscapes in Parks, citywide.
Amends a Master Purchase Order with CPS Distributors Inc., by adding $250,000 for
a new total of $700,000 for backflow replacements for plant health, including trees,
flowers, and all landscapes in the Parks, citywide (SC-00004398). No change to
duration. The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review
period is on 8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-23-2024.
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24-0948 A resolution approving a proposed master purchase order with
Graybar Electric Company, Inc., for purchases of audio and visual
equipment and associated electronics, citywide, excluding Denver
International Airport.
Approves a Master Purchase Order with Graybar Electric Company Inc., for
$750,000 and a ending date of 1-31-2025 with 2 additional two-year periods not to
exceed 1-31-2029 for purchases related to audio and visual equipment and
associated electronics, citywide, excluding Denver International Airport
(SC-00009220). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day
review period is on 8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its
meeting on 7-23-2024.
24-0955 A resolution to set a public hearing before City Council on
September 9, 2024 to approve the Service Plan for the proposed DC
Metropolitan District.
Sets a public hearing to approve the service plan for the DC Metropolitan District, in
Council District 11. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-23-2024.
24-0957 A resolution approving and providing for the execution of a
proposed amended Grant Agreement between the City and County of
Denver and the Federal Emergency Management Agency, National Board
for Emergency Food and Shelter Program concerning the “Emergency Food
and Shelter Grant (EFSP)” program and the funding therefor.
Approves Emergency Food and Shelter Program grant acceptance to provide
food and shelter services for families and individuals encountered by the U.S.
Department of Homeland Security, citywide (FINAN-202473196). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-23-2024.
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24-0959 A resolution approving and providing for the execution of a
proposed amended Grant Agreement between the City and County of
Denver and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency
Management Agency, concerning the “FY 2024 Shelter and Services
Program” and the funding therefor.
Approves “a FEMA Shelter and Services Program” - Allocated (SSP-A) grant
award funding acceptance to serve migrants recently released from DHS
custody to temporarily provide shelter, food, transportation, medical care,
and other supplies, citywide (FINAN-202474413). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-26-2024.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
24-0960 A resolution approving the City Council reappointment of
Councilwoman Jamie Torres to the Board of Directors of the Scientific and
Cultural Facilities District.
Approves the City Council reappointment of Councilwoman Jamie Torres to the
Board of Directors of the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District for a term effective
immediately and expiring on 7-1-2027, or until a successor is duly appointed. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
24-0961 A resolution approving the Mayor’s reappointment to the Denver
Housing Authority Board.
Approves the Mayoral reappointment of Craig Allen to the Denver Housing Authority
Board for a term ending 7-19-2029 or until a successor is duly appointed. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
24-0962 A resolution approving the Mayor’s appointments to the Denver
Commission on Aging.
Approves the Mayoral appointments of Biswanath Das, Virginia Ortiz, Bibian Reyes,
and Kaipeng Wang to the Denver Commission on Aging for terms beginning
8-01-2024 and through 7-31-2027 or until a successor is duly appointed. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
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24-0963 A resolution approving the Mayor’s appointments to the Denver
Asian American Pacific Islander Commission.
Approves the Mayoral appointments of Jane Burke, Sean Choi, Aaron Lombardi,
Neal Walia, and Howard Chou to the Denver Asian American Pacific Islander
Commission for terms beginning 8-01-2024 through 7-31-2027 or until a successor is
duly appointed. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-23-2024.
24-0964 A resolution approving the Mayor’s appointment to the Community
Corrections Board.
Approves the Mayoral appointment of Tara Reeb to the Community Corrections
Board for a term beginning 8-01-2024 through 7-31-2028 or until a successor is duly
appointed. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
24-0965 A resolution approving the City Council appointment of
Councilwoman Shontel Lewis to the Denver Preschool Program Board of
Directors.
Approves the City Council appointment of Councilwoman Shontel Lewis to the
Denver Preschool Program Board of Directors for a term effective immediately and
expiring on 7-21-2026 or until a successor is duly appointed. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
24-0967 A resolution approving the City Council appointment of Rufina
Hernández to the Citizen Oversight Board.
Approves the City Council appointment of Rufina Hernández to the Citizen Oversight
Board for a term effective immediately and expiring on 1-1-2028, or until a
successor is duly appointed. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 7-23-2024.
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Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
24-0913 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Sasaki Associates, Inc., to update and amend
the vision for the Downtown Area Plan, in Council Districts 1, 3, 9, and 10.
Approves a contract with Sasaki Associates, Inc., for $1,000,000 and a term of 3
years, to provide professional services to update and amend the vision for the
Downtown Area Plan, in Council Districts 1, 3, 9 & 10 (CPLAN-202474778). The last
regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-19-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-16-2024.
Pursuant to Council Rule 3.6, Council member Flynn called out this item at the
7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week postponement to 8-5-2024.
24-0914 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Downtown Denver Partnership, Inc., to fund the
update and amendment to the vision for the Downtown Area Plan, in
Council Districts 1, 3, 9, and 10.
Approves a funding agreement with the Downtown Denver Partnership, Inc., for
$1,000,000 and a term of 3 years to provide funding to update and amend the vision
for the Downtown Area Plan, in Council Districts 1, 3, 9 & 10 (CPLAN-202474722).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-19-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-16-2024.
Pursuant to Council Rule 3.6, Council member Flynn called out this item at the
7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week postponement to 8-5-2024.
24-0919 A resolution approving a proposed master purchase order with
Colorado Golf & Turf, Inc., for the purchase of Parks and Golf Course
landscaping equipment and vehicles, citywide.
Approves a master purchase order with Colorado Golf & Turf, Inc., for $2,000,000
and for a term ending 7-31-2027 for the purchase of Parks and Golf maintenance
equipment, citywide (MPO SC-00009302). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-19-2024. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-16-2024. Pursuant to Council Rule 3.6, Council
member Parady called out this item at the 7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week
postponement to 8-5-2024.
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24-0920 A resolution approving a proposed master purchase order with
Potestio Brothers Equipment, Inc., for the purchase of Parks and Golf
Course landscaping equipment and vehicles, citywide.
Approves a master purchase order with Potestio Brothers Equipment, Inc., for
$6,500,000 and for 5 years for the purchase of Parks and Golf maintenance
equipment, citywide (MPO SC-00009303). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-19-2024. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-16-2024. Pursuant to Council Rule 3.6, Council
member Parady called out this item at the 7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week
postponement to 8-5-2024.
24-0921 A resolution approving a proposed master purchase order with
Pattlen Enterprises, Inc., for the purchase of Parks and Golf Course
landscaping equipment and vehicles, citywide.
Approves a master purchase order with Pattlen Enterprises, Inc., for $17,000,000
and a term ending 7-31-2027, for the purchase of Parks and Golf maintenance
equipment, citywide (MPO SC-00009304). The last regularly scheduled Council
meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-19-2024. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-16-2024. Pursuant to Council Rule 3.6, Council
member Parady called out this item at the 7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week
postponement to 8-5-2024.
24-0938 A resolution granting a revocable permit to Massandra Harbor
George Owner, LLC, to encroach into the right-of-way at 16th Street and
Champa Street.
Approves a revocable permit, subject to certain terms and conditions, to Massandra
Harbor George Owner, LLC, their successors and assigns, to encroach in the
right-of-way with existing building basement and foundation walls on the south
corner of 16th Street and Champa Street, in Council District 10. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
24-0941 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the
City street system a parcel of land as West 26th Avenue, located near the
intersection of West 26th Avenue and North Sheridan Boulevard.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right-of-way as West 26th Avenue, located near
the intersection of West 26th Avenue and North Sheridan Boulevard, in Council
District 1. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
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24-0942 A resolution laying out, opening and establishing as part of the
City street system a parcel of land as a public alley, bounded by West 16th
Avenue, North Lowell Boulevard, West Conejos Place, and North Meade
Street.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right-of-way as public alley, bounded West 16th
Avenue, North Lowell Boulevard, West Conejos Place, and North Meade Street, in
Council District 3. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-23-2024.
24-0943 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
Logan Street, East 7th Avenue, North Grant Street, and East 8th Avenue.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right-of-way as public alley in
Dedication-0000081 bounded by North Logan Street, East 7th Avenue, North Grant
Street, and East 8th Avenue, in Council District 7. The Committee approved filing
this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
24-0944 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
Logan Street, East 7th Avenue, North Grant Street, and East 8th Avenue.
Dedicates a parcel of land as public right-of-way as public alley in
Dedication-0000083 bounded by North Logan Street, East 7th Avenue, North Grant
Street, and East 8th Avenue, in Council District 7. The Committee approved filing
this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
24-0798 A resolution approving a proposed contract between the City and
County of Denver and Bayaud Enterprises, Inc. to provide multiple
supplemental services to Colorado Works (CW) Temporary Assistance for
Needy Families (TANF).
Approves a contract with Bayaud Enterprises, Inc. for $715,064 and an ending date
of 6-30-2025, to provide multiple supplemental services to Colorado Works (CW)
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) participants, citywide
(SOCSV-202473275-00). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 6-19-2024.
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24-0800 A resolution approving a proposed contract between the City and
County of Denver and Goodwill of Colorado to provide a combination of
case management and supplemental services to Colorado Works (CW)
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF).
Approves a contract with Goodwill of Colorado for $1,106,577 and ending 6-30-2025
to provide a combination of case management and supplemental services to
Colorado Works (CW) Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) - CW/TANF -
participants to help enhance employability and economic well-being, citywide
(SOCSV-202473266-00). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the
30-day review period is on 8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 6-19-2024.
24-0818 A resolution approving a proposed Agreement between the City
and County of Denver and Clayton Early Learning to provide Head Start and
Early Head Start services for 182 children and their families as a delegate
agency of Denver Great Kids Head Start (DGKHS), in Council Districts 3, 7,
8 and 11.
Approves a contract with Clayton Early Learning for $2,354,674.30 and an ending
date of 6-30-2025 to provide Head Start and Early Head Start services to 182
children and their families as a delegate agency of Denver Great Kids Head Start
(DGKHS), in Council Districts 3, 7, 8 and 11 (MOEAI-202474471). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-26-2024. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 6-26-2024.
24-0922 A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Tribe Recovery Homes, Inc. to
provide recovery support services and immediate intervention centered
around housing, transportation assistance and connections to providers to
individuals re-entering the community, citywide.
Amends a contract with Tribe Recovery Homes, Inc. by adding $207,153.94 for a
new total of $607,153.96 and 15 months for a new ending date of 9-30-2025 to
provide recovery support services and immediate intervention centered around
housing, transportation assistance and connections to providers to individuals
re-entering the community, citywide (SHERF-202263684/SHERF-202474222-02).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-19-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-17-2024.
Pursuant to Council Rule 3.6, Council member Lewis called out this item at the
7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week postponement to 8-5-2024.
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24-0923 A resolution approving a proposed Fourth Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Mile High Council on
Alcoholism and Drug Abuse to provide clinical oversight, supervision, and
direct services to individuals in custody as part of the Recovery in a Secure
Environment (RISE) Program, citywide.
Amends a contract with Mile High Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse by adding
$381,434.72 for a new total of $1,521,268.67 and 15 months for a new ending date
of 9-30-2025 to provide clinical oversight, supervision, and direct services to
individuals in custody as part of the Recovery in a Secure Environment (RISE)
Program, citywide (SHERF-2023054980/202474212-04). The last regularly scheduled
Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-19-2024. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-17-2024. Pursuant to Council Rule 3.6,
Council member Lewis called out this item at the 7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week
postponement to 8-5-2024.
24-0924 A resolution approving a proposed Fourth Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and The Empowerment Program,
Inc. to provide clinical oversight, supervision, and direct services to
individuals in custody as part of the Recovery in a Secure Environment
(RISE) Program, citywide.
Amends a contract with The Empowerment Program, Inc., by adding $193,472.16
for a new total of $806,825.37 and 15 months for a new ending date of 9-30-2025 to
provide clinical oversight, supervision, and direct services to individuals in custody
as part of the Recovery in a Secure Environment (RISE) Program, citywide
(SHERF-202054925/202474214-04). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 8-19-2024. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 7-17-2024. Pursuant to Council Rule 3.6, Council member
Lewis called out this item at the 7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week postponement to
8-5-2024.
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24-0936 A resolution approving and providing for the execution of a
proposed amended Grant Agreement between the City and County of
Denver and the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) concerning
the “Community Services Block Grant” program and the funding therefor.
Approves Option Letter #3 of the Community Services Block Grant award
provided by the State of Colorado Department of Local Affairs, adding
$422,549 for a new total of $845,098 to continue assistance with food access
and reduction of employment barriers, for individuals and families living at or
below 200% of the federal poverty level, citywide. No change to duration
(SOCSV202472152-00/SOCSV202472152-03). The last regularly scheduled
Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-26-2024. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-24-2024.
24-0949 A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement
between the City and County of Denver and Carfax, Inc. to provide
requested crash reports.
Amends a contract with Carfax, Inc., by adding $1,600,000 for a new total of
$1,925,000 and four years for a new ending date of 10-31-2028 to provide
requested crash reports, citywide (POLIC-202474373-01/POLIC-202367102-00). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-24-2024.
24-0951 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 Human Services, Behavioral Health Administration,
for the “Criminal Justice Early Intervention Grant” program and the
funding therefor.
Approves a grant agreement with the Colorado Department of Human
Services for $1,660,696.90 and an end date of 6-30-2025 to support early
intervention, deflection, and redirecting from the criminal justice system, as
part of the Roads to Recovery programming, citywide (ENVHL-202474524).
The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period
is on 8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-24-2024.
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BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services
Committee
24-0952 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Amendatory
Intergovernmental Agreement between the City and County of Denver and
Denver Public Schools, to administer the Denver Youth Employment
Program.
Amends an intergovernmental agreement with Denver Public Schools adding
$1,500,000 for a new total of $3,000,000 and 12 months for a new end date of
1-31-2024 to administer the Denver Youth Employment Program for 2024 funding
year to provide customized workforce development services for eligible Denver
youth, citywide (OEDEV-202366654-00/OEDEV- 202371990-01). The last regularly
scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 8-26-2024. The
Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-24-2024.
Finance & Governance Committee
24-0956 A bill for an ordinance establishing a new fund in the General
Government Special Revenue Fund Series for “OHR Special Events and
Programs.”
Approves creating the “OHR Special Events and Programs” Fund (11891) in the
General Government Special Revenue Fund Series to receive funds that support
youth and community recruiting and engagement events. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
24-0958 A bill for an ordinance authorizing capital equipment purchases in
the Airport Capital Improvement and Equipment Fund and Airport Sponsor
Grant Fund.
Approves the purchase of capital equipment items from the Airport Operating
Fund (73810) and the Airport Capital Improvement and Equipment Fund
(7351) to support operation at Denver International Airport, in Council
District 11. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-23-2024.
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Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
24-0909 A bill for an ordinance terminating and dissolving the Santa Fe
Drive Pedestrian Mall C Local Maintenance District and directing that the
remaining funds thereof, after payment of outstanding expenses, be
transferred to the General Fund in accordance with Denver Revised
Municipal Code Section 20-211.
Approves the termination and dissolution of the Santa Fe Drive Pedestrian Mall C
maintenance district and directs the remaining funds, after completion of
outstanding payments, be transferred to the General Fund in accordance with
Denver Revised Municipal Code Section 20-211, in Council District 7. The Committee
approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-16-2024. This item was postponed at
the 7-29-2024 meeting until 8-5-2024.
24-0915 A bill for an ordinance designating 5086 Vrain Street as a
structure for preservation.
Approves a designation of the Kunsmiller House at 5086 Vrain Street as a structure
of preservation, in Council District 1. If ordered published, a public hearing will be
held on Monday, 8-12-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 7-16-2024.
24-0940 A bill for an ordinance vacating a portion of the alley right-of-way
located between West 34th Avenue and West 33rd Avenue, and between
North Wyandot Street and North Zuni Street, with reservations.
Vacates a portion of alley between West 34th Avenue and West 33rd Avenue and
between North Wyandot Street and North Zuni Street, with reservations, in Council
District 1. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-23-2024.
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South Platte River Committee
24-0884 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Fourth Amendatory
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Urban Drainage
and Flood Control District for trail construction and flood control
improvements for South Platte River downstream of Florida Avenue,
between Tennessee Avenue and South Platte River Drive Overpass, in
Council District 7.
Amends an intergovernmental agreement with Urban Drainage and Flood Control
District (UDFCD), doing business as Mile High Flood District (MHFD) adding
$2,400,000 ($2.2 million in CCD funds and $200,000 in UDFCD funds) for a new total
of $9,420,570 for trail construction and flood control improvements for South Platte
River downstream of Florida Avenue, between Tennessee Avenue and South Platte
River Drive Overpass, in Council District 7 (202053889/202473736). No change to
duration. The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review
period is on 8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on
7-17-2024.
24-0886 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Intergovernmental
Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Housing Authority
of the City and County of Denver for construction of phase one of a park
along South Platte River in the Sun Valley neighborhood, in Council District
3.
Approves an intergovernmental agreement with the Housing Authority of the City
and County of Denver (DHA) for $8,500,000 and +3 years or upon final project
completion and acceptance for construction of phase one of a park along South
Platte River in the Sun Valley neighborhood, in Council District 3 (202473490). The
last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on
8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-17-2024.
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BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services
Committee
24-0897 A bill for an ordinance approving a resolution requesting the
renewal and continuance of the Colfax Mayfair Business Improvement
District for an additional ten-year period.
Approves the renewal and continuation of the Colfax Mayfair Business Improvement
District for an additional ten-year period through 12-31-2034, in Council Districts 5 &
9. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-10-2024.
Finance & Governance Committee
24-0929 A bill for an ordinance resubmitting to a vote of the qualified and
registered electors of the city and county of Denver at a special municipal
election to be held in conjunction with the coordinated election of
November 5, 2024, a proposed amendment to the charter pertaining to
salaries of elected officials.
Resubmits to a vote of the qualified and registered electors of the city and
county of Denver at a special municipal election, a proposed amendment to the
charter pertaining to salaries of elected officials. The Committee approved
filing this item at its meeting on 7-16-2024.
Sponsor Sawyer
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
24-0912 A bill for an ordinance vacating a portion of right-of-way at West
Colfax Avenue and North Knox Court, without reservations.
Vacates 13 feet of street right-of-way at West Colfax Avenue and North Knox Court,
without reservations, in Council District 3. The Committee approved filing this item
at its meeting on 7-16-2024.
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Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee
24-0882 A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Agreement between
the City and County of Denver and Colorado Department of Public Safety,
Division of Criminal Justice, to administer residential and non-residential
services for individuals returning from incarceration to the City and County
of Denver, citywide.
Approves a revenue agreement with Colorado Department of Public Safety, Division
of Criminal Justice for $8,212,671.40 and through 9-30-2025 for the 2024-2025
Community Correction program to administer residential and non-residential
services for individuals returning from incarceration to the City and County of
Denver, citywide (SAFTY-202474450). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting
within the 30-day review period is on 8-12-2024. The Committee approved filing this
item at its meeting on 7-10-2024. Pursuant to Council Rule 5.10, Council member
Lewis called out this item at the 7-29-2024 meeting for a one-week postponement to
8-5-2024.
RECAP OF BILLS TO BE CALLED OUT
PRE-RECESS ANNOUNCEMENT
Tonight, there will be a required public hearing on Council Bill 24-0795
changing the zoning classification for 2449 North Newport Street in North
Park Hill; and a required public hearing on Council Bill 24-0694 changing
the zoning classification for 1896 & 2009 South Humboldt Street; 1918,
1930, 1936, 1961 & 2063 South Franklin Street; and 1929 & 1935 South
Gilpin in Council District 6.
RECESS
COUNCIL RECONVENES AND RESUMES ITS REGULAR
SESSION
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
PROCLAMATIONS
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24-1021 A Proclamation Recognizing the Annual Brothers Redevelopment
and Denver Employee Volunteer Opportunities Paint-A-Thon Day in the City
and County of Denver on Saturday, August 10, 2024.
Sponsor Lewis and Watson
PUBLIC HEARINGS - BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
24-0795 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2449
North Newport Street in North Park Hill.
Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-SU-DX to E-SU-DIX located
at 2449 North Newport Street, in Council District 8. The Committee approved filing
this item at its meeting on 6-18-2024.
24-0694 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 1896
& 2009 South Humboldt Street; 1918, 1930, 1936, 1961 & 2063 South
Franklin Street; and 1929 & 1935 South Gilpin in Council District 6.
Approves a map amendment changing the zoning of properties located at 1896
South Humboldt Street, 2009 South Humboldt Street, 1918 South Franklin Street,
1930 South Franklin Street, 1936 South Franklin Street, 1961 South Franklin Street,
2063 South Franklin Street, 1929 South Gilpin Street, 1935 South Gilpin Street from
U-SU-C to U-SU-C1 in Council District 6. The Committee approved filing this item at
its meeting on 6-4-2024.
PRE-ADJOURNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Dependent upon publication, on Monday, August 12, 2024, Council will hold
a required public hearing on Council Bill 24-0915 designating 5086 Vrain
Street as a structure for preservation.
ADJOURN
PENDING
FOR 8-12-24
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24-0617 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for
4340-4350 South Monaco Street in Southmoor Park.
Approves an map amendment to change the zoning of the property located at
4340-4350 S Monaco Street from B-4 with waivers and conditions UO-1, UO-2 to
PUD-G 34 in the Southmoor Park Neighborhood, in Council District 4. A public
hearing will be held on Monday, 8-12-2024. The Committee approved filing this item
at its meeting on 7-9-2024.
24-0898 A bill for an ordinance approving a resolution requesting the
renewal and continuance of the Santa Fe Business Improvement District
for an additional ten-year period.
Approves the renewal and continuation of the Santa Fe Business Improvement
District for an additional ten-year period through 12-31-2034, in Council District 3.
The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 7-10-2024.
FOR 8-26-24
24-0917 A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 641
South Pearl Street in Washington Park West.
Approves a map amendment to rezone 0.14 acres of property located at 641 South
Pearl Street from U-SU-B to U-SU-B1, in Council District 7. A public hearing will be
held on Monday, 8-26-2024. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting
on 7-16-2024.
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