City of Brighton
500 S. 4th Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601
Meeting Minutes - Draft
Tuesday, December 2, 2014
7:00 PM
Council Chambers
City Council
MAYOR - RICHARD N MCLEAN
MAYOR PRO-TEM - KIRBY WALLIN
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
LYNN BACA, REX BELL, JW EDWARDS
MARK HUMBERT, JOAN KNISS, KEN KREUTZER
CYNTHIA A MARTINEZ
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor McLean called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
A. Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag.
Mayor McLean led the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag.
B. Roll Call.
Present: 9 - Mayor McLean, Mayor Pro Tem Wallin, Councilmember Baca,
Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Edwards, Councilmember Humbert,
Councilmember Kniss, Councilmember Kreutzer, and Councilmember
Martinez
2. CONSENT AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Wallin, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to approve the
Consent Agenda. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 9 - Mayor McLean, Mayor Pro Tem Wallin, Councilmember Baca, Councilmember
Bell, Councilmember Edwards, Councilmember Humbert, Councilmember Kniss,
Councilmember Kreutzer, and Councilmember Martinez
4. CEREMONIES
A. SOCK IT TO EM WORKDAY PROCLAMATION
Mayor McLean read the Proclamation into the record.
Motion by Councilmember Edwards, seconded by Councilmember Humbert, to approve the
Proclamation. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 9 - Mayor McLean, Mayor Pro Tem Wallin, Councilmember Baca, Councilmember
Bell, Councilmember Edwards, Councilmember Humbert, Councilmember Kniss,
Councilmember Kreutzer, and Councilmember Martinez
B. INTRODUCTION OF NEW EMPLOYEES BY HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
KAREN BORKOWSKI SURINE
Human Resources Director Karen Borkowski Surine introduced Susan Deherrera, Receptionist and
Information Specialist and gave a brief history of her background.
Mayor McLean and City Council welcomed the new employee to the City of Brighton.
5. PUBLIC INVITED TO BE HEARD ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
(Speakers limited to five minutes)
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON
AMENDING CHAPTER 17 OF THE BRIGHTON MUNICIPAL CODE, COMMONLY
KNOWN AS THE LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT CODE, PROVIDING FOR THE
REPEAL OF SEC. 17-20-70, OIL AND GAS WELLS IN ITS ENTIRETY AND
READOPTION AS SEC. 17-20-70, SET BACKS, OIL/GAS FACILITIES; THE
ADOPTION OF A NEW ARTICLE 17-64, OIL AND GAS FACILITIES REQUIRING
CONDITIONAL USE APPROVAL FOR OIL AND GAS WELLS AND OTHER
RELATED FACILITIES OR ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVAL SET FORTH IN A
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING APPROVED BY THE CITY MANAGER;
SETTING FORTH APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS, GENERAL STANDARDS,
PLANS FOR SITE DEVELOPMENT, ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTIONS,
CONTROL OF NUISANCES, TRAFFIC PROTECTIONS, PROHIBITED FACILITIES,
FEES, CITY INSPECTION, APPEALS, ENFORCEMENT; AMENDING SEC.
17-8-30. PROCEDURES REQUIRING A MAP OF OIL AND GAS FACILITIES AND
NEIGHBORHOOD NOTICE; AMENDING SEC. 17-12-20. DEFINITIONS;
AMENDING SEC. 17-8-60. CONDITIONAL USE RELATIVE TO ASSIGNABILITY
OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT; AMENDING SEC. 17-20-30 FENCE AND
SIGHT TRIANGLES EXEMPTING TEMPORARY NOISE BARRIERS AT OIL AND
GAS FACILITIES; AMENDING SEC. 17-32-15. TABLE OF USES; AND SETTING
FORTH DETAILS RELATED TO THE FOREGOING.
Mayor McLean read the title of the Ordinance into the record.
Mayor McLean opened the public hearing at 7:10 p.m. and City Clerk Natalie Hoel verified the required
postings and publications (October 23, 2014 in the Brighton Banner) for this public hearing were
completed.
City Manager Esquibel introduced Community Development Director Holly Prather.
Community Development Director Holly Prather explained that this would have been the public hearing
for the oil and gas regulations code amendment. Staff is asking to continue the public hearing to
January 6, 2015 to allow the oil and gas industry representatives and the Brighton community time to
review the regulations. If the public hearing is continued the City will post a draft of the regulations ordinance on the City's website to allow opportunity for the citizens to review the proposed regulations
and then attend the public hearing on January 6, 2015 if they wish. The final version of the proposed
regulations will be posted on the website by the end of the day on December 22, 2014. Director
Prather introduced Matt Sura, Special Counsel on oil and gas.
Matt Sura, Special Counsel on Oil and Gas explained that Brighton is due for a Code amendment on
oil and gas development since it has been over ten (10) years since the last revision and the industry
has changed a lot since then. The State has adopted new regulations and, given the interest in oil and gas
development both near and within the City limits ,the regulations need to be up to date. It is also true
that the nature of oil and gas development has changed. Instead of one (1) well in a field there can be
dozens of wells and equipment and this becomes much more of an industrial site. This can be good or
negative if your property is near the site. Some of these wells bring in a lot of gas and that is a good d
thing for the mineral rights owners, and can also be a benefit to the business community in Brighton.The planning
staff has worked a long time with the Planning Commission and City Council to devise a Land Use Code
that is protective of residential uses and the different values that make the fabric of the community. It is
essentially a balancing act to have the oil and gas industry which is allowed by State regulations to go
into any zoning district, including residential, with some of the existing uses and businesses. The sites
can be large with some approved sites having forty (40) wells and from ten (10) to fifty (50) acre sites.
The Table of Uses [in the Land Use Code] had to be amended because of the State's decisions and their interpretation of
preemption law by which they believe that the City must allow oil and gas development in every zone district.
There are impacts both when doing the oil and gas development (which can take several months that a
rig will be onsite) and the hydraulic fracturing which can also last a month. With that comes a lot of impact,
including traffic, noise and nuisance. The industrial facility is left on site and t can remain for thirty
(30) to fifty (50) years. The location where these sites are chosen and how they are built and constructed, and
the transportation plans have an impact, so it makes sense for staff to do some work ahead of time to
make sure they are appropriately placed and well planned.
In 2013 Brighton held several informational meetings with the [oil and gas] industry and other experts for City
Council and the Planning Commission. This process was to wrap up in December, 2013 with the Code
revisions. Because of concerns by the industry, the State and concerns of City Council regarding the
protection of the City's [domestic] water supply quality it was decided to put these amendments on hold. Staff worked for several months
with the Colorado Oil and Gas Association (COGA) and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation
Commission (COGCC) , and with multiple oil and gas companies to find ways to work
together and protect the [domestic] water quality in the City of Brighton and this process was successful. From
May to June the City leased several parcels to avoid force-pooling by Ward [Petroleum]. In July the COGCC did
pass the water protection order, the first of its kind in the State of Colorado protecting groundwater
sources from oil and gas development. From August to November staff met with the COGCC and ten
(10) different oil and gas companies. Staff worked with these entities and feels that the constructive
dialogue has helped to improve the proposed regulations and has helped the industry understand what Brighton is
trying to accomplish with its regulations. Brighton is not saying no to the oil and gas industry; it is
saying that oil and gas development needs to be done correctly, and finding that appropriate balance to make sure that the
constituents and residences in the City maintain their property values while allowing oil and gas
development.
Staff will have ongoing meeting with stakeholders including anyone that wishes to meet with staff to
discuss these regulations. Comments will be accepted through December 19, 2014 and the final draft
Code revisions will be posted on the website on December 22, 2014. The public hearing will be
continued to January 6, 2015 and any comments will be considered at the hearing. The final reading of the Code
revision Ordinance will take place on January 20, 2015.
City Manager Esquibel explained that this item was initially heard before City Council back in 2012 and it was
decided at that time to allow further discussion to take place regarding this issue. Staff wants to make
sure that the industry and the general public understand that the City is looking for a balance.
Councilmember Kreutzer asked if it would be possible to have the old regulations and the new
regulations posted on the website so a comparison could be done and also to see what Brighton's
regulations are compared to the State regulations. City Attorney Margaret Brubaker explained that this
will happen at the public hearing and there will be a detailed presentation at that time.
Councilmember Kniss thanked staff and Special Counsel Sura for this thoughtful approach and trying
to engage so many participants in the process. As a new Councilperson the additional time to allow for education on
this issue is appreciated. Councilmember Kniss appreciates the City's transparency and the invitation
of public comment regarding the draft regulations.
Mayor McLean explained that there is a request to continue this public hearing to January 6, 2015.
Councilmember Humbert asked that the Motion be amended to include that the draft regulations will be
posted on the City website tomorrow and the final regulations will be posted on December 22, 2014.
Councilmember Baca explained that she has voiced her concerns regarding the timeliness of this issue
but does support this continuation because it is important that all parties are involved in the discussion,
including comments from the public.
Councilmember Martinez asked if the changes to the State regulations regarding the City's
groundwater will automatically be incorporated into the agreement. Special Counsel Sura explained
that because the Order has been adopted by the COGCC it is an order of that Commission and therefore can
be enforced by that Commission. Any new permits that come into the area will have to meet the
conditions in the Order.
City Attorney Brubaker encouraged City Council to contact any citizens they have spoken to about this
issue and encourage them to review the documents and attend the public hearing on January 6, 2015.
Motion by Councilmember Baca, seconded by Councilmember Humbert, to continue the public
hearing to January 6, 2015 and that the draft regulations will be posted on the website
tomorrow and the final regulations will be posted on December 22, 2014. Motion passed by the
following vote:
Aye: 9 - Mayor McLean, Mayor Pro Tem Wallin, Councilmember Baca, Councilmember
Bell, Councilmember Edwards, Councilmember Humbert, Councilmember Kniss,
Councilmember Kreutzer, and Councilmember Martinez
7. ORDINANCES FOR INITIAL CONSIDERATION
A. 2186 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON,
COLORADO AMENDING SECTION 1-27-40, FEES AND CHARGES, OF THE
BRIGHTON MUNICIPAL CODE TO AMEND FEES CHARGED FOR TIME
REQUIRED TO RESEARCH, RETRIEVE, COPY AND/OR REDACT RECORDS
PRODUCED IN RESPONSE TO REQUESTS MADE UNDER THE COLORADO
OPEN RECORDS ACT; AND SETTING FORTH DETAILS RELATED THERETO
Mayor McLean read the title of the Ordinance into the record.
City Manager Esquibel introduced City Clerk Natalie Hoel.
City Clerk Natalie Hoel explained that the changes to the Municipal Code regarding fees and charges charged by the City for open
records are being done to comply with HB 14-1193 which requires that the first hour of research and
retrieval service shall be free and that the fees may not exceed $30.00 per hour. The map sizes were
amended to include the size of maps that the City provides and changes were made to the electronic
copies section to include the types of electronic copies that are available.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Wallin, seconded by Councilmember Bell, to approve the Ordinance.
Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 9 - Mayor McLean, Mayor Pro Tem Wallin, Councilmember Baca, Councilmember
Bell, Councilmember Edwards, Councilmember Humbert, Councilmember Kniss,
Councilmember Kreutzer, and Councilmember Martinez
8. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
A. 2181 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL AMENDING THE BRIGHTON
MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 8. HEALTH AND SAFETY, AMENDING ARTICLE
8-44, SMOKING PROHIBITED; TO INCORPORATE THE USE OF ELECTRONIC
CIGARETTES, AND CHAPTER 17. LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT CODE,
AMENDING ARTICLE 17-12. DEFINITIONS; TO ADD A NEW DEFINITION
REFERENCING THE MUNICIPAL CODE; AND SETTING FORTH DETAILS IN
RELATION TO THE FOREGOING.
Mayor McLean read the title of the Ordinance into the record.
City Manager Esquibel explained that this is the final reading of the Ordinance and there have not been
any changes since first reading.
Mayor McLean asked if there is any public comment at the final reading of this Ordinance, there was
none.
Motion by Councilmember Edwards, seconded by Councilmember Kniss, to approve Ordinance
2181. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 8 - Mayor McLean, Mayor Pro Tem Wallin, Councilmember Baca, Councilmember
Bell, Councilmember Edwards, Councilmember Humbert, Councilmember Kniss,
and Councilmember Kreutzer
No: 1 - Councilmember Martinez
B. 2182 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON,
COLORADO, AMENDING THE BRIGHTON MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 1-24-10
TO INCREASE THE FINES WHICH MAY BE IMPOSED BY THE MUNICIPAL
COURT TO TWO THOUSAND SIX HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS ($2,650);
PROVIDING THAT HEREAFTER ANNUAL INCREASES OF THE MAXIMUM FINE
TO BE DETERMINED BY THE INCREASE IN THE COST OF LIVING; GRANTING
AUTHORITY TO SUSPEND ALL OR A PORTION OF THE SENTENCE AND
GRANT PROBATION, ALL AS AUTHORIZED BY C.R.S. §13-10-113; AND
SETTING FORTH DETAILS IN RELATION THERETO
Mayor McLean read the title of the Ordinance into the record.
City Manager Esquibel explained that this is the final reading of the Ordinance and there have not been
any changes since first reading.
Mayor McLean asked if there is any public comment at the final reading of this Ordinance, there was
none.
Motion by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Kreutzer, to approve
Ordinance 2182. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 9 - Mayor McLean, Mayor Pro Tem Wallin, Councilmember Baca, Councilmember
Bell, Councilmember Edwards, Councilmember Humbert, Councilmember Kniss,
Councilmember Kreutzer, and Councilmember Martinez
C. 2183 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON,
COLORADO, REPEALING THE BRIGHTON MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 9-12-20.
VIOLATION AND PENALTY FOR TRESPASS AND ADOPTING A NEW
SUBSECTION 9-12-10(c) SETTING PENALTIES FOR TRESPASS VIOLATIONS IN
ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE 1-24 GENERAL PENALTY; ADOPTING SECTION
9-16-20 DISORDERLY CONDUCT SETTING FORTH WHAT CONSTITUTES
DISORDERLY CONDUCT; AND ADOPTING SUBSECTIONS 9-16-90(a)(4) and (c)
HARASSMENT TO INCLUDE ELECTRONIC FORMS OF HARASSMENT;
REPEALING AND REENACTING OR AMENDING SECTIONS 9-16-51. PUBLIC
INDECENCY, 9-16-52. INDECENT EXPOSURE, AND 9-16-53, PUBLIC
URINATION AND DEFECATION; AND, SETTING FORTH DETAILS IN RELATION
TO THE FOREGOING.
Mayor McLean read the title of the Ordinance into the record.
City Manager Esquibel explained that this is the final reading of the Ordinance and there have not been
any changes since first reading.
Mayor McLean asked if there is any public comment at the final reading of this Ordinance.
Vicki Frese, 270 North Main Street, Brighton. Ms. Frese asked if a person has a no trespassing sign on their property
and the authorities were called to the house does a Police Officer have the right to enter your property
or does he need to knock on the door.
Chief of Police Clint Blackhurst answered the question from Ms. Frese.
Motion by Councilmember Bell, seconded by Councilmember Humbert, to approve Ordinance
2183. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 9 - Mayor McLean, Mayor Pro Tem Wallin, Councilmember Baca, Councilmember
Bell, Councilmember Edwards, Councilmember Humbert, Councilmember Kniss,
Councilmember Kreutzer, and Councilmember Martinez
D. 2184 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON,
COLORADO, AMENDING THE BRIGHTON MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO
RECOVERY OF THE CITY'S COSTS OF CODE ENFORCEMENT AS SET FORTH
IN SUBSECTIONS 8-8-80(1) AND (2), WEED ABATEMENT; 8-8-220(1) AND (2),
TREES AND PLANTS; 8-16-85, LITTER AND TRASH; AND 8-24-160(1) AND (2),
NUISANCES; AND SETTING FORTH DETAILS IN RELATION THERETO.
Mayor McLean read the title of the Ordinance into the record.
City Manager Esquibel explained that this is the final reading of the Ordinance and there have not been
any changes since first reading.
Mayor McLean asked if anyone in the audience had questions at final reading of the Ordinance, there
was none.
Motion by Councilmember Kreutzer, seconded by Councilmember Kniss, to approve Ordinance
2184. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 9 - Mayor McLean, Mayor Pro Tem Wallin, Councilmember Baca, Councilmember
Bell, Councilmember Edwards, Councilmember Humbert, Councilmember Kniss,
Councilmember Kreutzer, and Councilmember Martinez
9. RESOLUTIONS
A. 2014-106 - A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2014 BUDGET, AND
APPROPRIATING SUMS OF MONEY TO THE VARIOUS FUNDS AND SPENDING
AGENCIES IN THE AMOUNTS SPECIFIED BELOW, FOR THE CITY OF
BRIGHTON, COLORADO, FOR THE 2014 BUDGET YEAR.
Mayor McLean read the title of the Resolution into the record.
City Manager Esquibel introduced Finance Director Dan Frelund.
Finance Director Dan Frelund read the Resolution into the record (Attached as Exhibit A). Director
Frelund answered questions from Council regarding:
- These being unanticipated items in the 2014 budget and adjustments being made at this time
because of additional revenues.
Motion by Councilmember Edwards, seconded by Councilmember Bell, to approve Resolution
2014-106. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 9 - Mayor McLean, Mayor Pro Tem Wallin, Councilmember Baca, Councilmember
Bell, Councilmember Edwards, Councilmember Humbert, Councilmember Kniss,
Councilmember Kreutzer, and Councilmember Martinez
B. 2014-107 - A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FUNDS FOR A 2014 SUPPLEMENTAL
BUDGET APPROPRIATION IN THE AMOUNT OF FOUR HUNDRED TWENTY
FOUR THOUSAND DOLLARS AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($424,000.00) FOR THE
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (TSSIP) GRANT AND
SIGNAL INTERCONNECT PROJECT
Mayor McLean read the title of the Resolution into the record.
City Manager Esquibel introduced Streets and Fleet Director Joe Smith.
Streets and Fleet Director Joe Smith explained that he will present Items 9B and 9C together. The
supplemental budget appropriation Resolution provides funds for a 2014 budget appropriation in the amount of
$424,000.00 for the Traffic Signal System Improvement Program (TSSIP) grant and signal
interconnect project. Staff applied for a grant for the TSSIP a year ago for $424,000.00 through the
Congestion, Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ). Any project to improve progression on traffic signals
prevents people from stopping and idling so there is air quality improvement. This progression also
helps the City by eliminating frustration for drivers. These funds are issued through DRCOG which also
requires CDOT involvement since federal money is involved. If the budget amendment is approved an IGA with
CDOT will have to be approved. This is a simple traffic control system that will allow staff to evaluate
all signals in the City and make sure they are functioning properly. The signals will either be connected
by fiber optic or radio depending on where they are located in the City. Fiber optic is better because
there is an option to do video.
Staff has had concerns regarding CDOT IGA's in the past because they do control everything but this
IGA is different in that it has some limitations on the way the funding is required to be spent. The City
can eliminate some intersections from the corridor covered by the project if it is necessary to bring the project under budget so the City will
not have to make up any difference in the project cost. Staff feels that the entire planned project can be
completed for $424,000.00 but if not a decision will be made to cut some intersections from the project.
The proposed corridors cover most of the signals in the City and the Prairie Center signals can be
added at a later date. Director Smith answered questions from Council regarding:
- The City's ability to complete the entire project if the cost is only over the budgeted amount by $10,000.00.
Motion by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Wallin, to approve
Resolution 2014-107. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 9 - Mayor McLean, Mayor Pro Tem Wallin, Councilmember Baca, Councilmember
Bell, Councilmember Edwards, Councilmember Humbert, Councilmember Kniss,
Councilmember Kreutzer, and Councilmember Martinez
C. 2014-108 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BRIGHTON, COLORADO, APPROVING THAT CERTAIN INTERGOVERNMENTAL
AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE COLORADO
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (CDOT), FOR THE DESIGN AND
CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS;
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT FOR THE CITY;
AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO TAKE SUCH
ACTIONS AND EXECUTE SUCH DOCUMENTS AS MAY BE REASONABLY
NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE AGREEMENT.
Mayor McLean read the title of the Resolution into the record.
Motion by Councilmember Humbert, seconded by Councilmember Baca, to approve Resolution
2014-108. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 9 - Mayor McLean, Mayor Pro Tem Wallin, Councilmember Baca, Councilmember
Bell, Councilmember Edwards, Councilmember Humbert, Councilmember Kniss,
Councilmember Kreutzer, and Councilmember Martinez
D. 2014-109 - RESOLUTION SETTING THE CITY OF BRIGHTON
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE AND GENERAL LEAVE FOR 2015 CALENDAR YEAR
Mayor McLean read the title of the Resolution into the record.
City Manager Esquibel introduced Human Resources Director Karen Borkowski Surine.
Human Resources Director Karen Borkowski Surine reported that the City celebrates eleven (11)
holidays and the July 4th holiday will be celebrated on Friday, July 3rd since the 4th falls on a
Saturday. Several years ago Council approved General Leave for employees and those hours are
determined by the number of years the employee has been with the City, from eight (8) hours to
thirty-two (32) hours. The General Leave does not carry over from year to year or if an employee
leaves so there is no financial burden to the City.
Motion by Councilmember Kniss, seconded by Councilmember Kreutzer, to approve
Resolution 2014-109. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 9 - Mayor McLean, Mayor Pro Tem Wallin, Councilmember Baca, Councilmember
Bell, Councilmember Edwards, Councilmember Humbert, Councilmember Kniss,
Councilmember Kreutzer, and Councilmember Martinez
10. UTILITIES BUSINESS ITEMS
A. 2185 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON,
COLORADO, AMENDING TITLE 13 OF THE BRIGHTON MUNICIPAL CODE
PERTAINING TO WATER, WASTEWATER AND STORM DRAINAGE FEES AND
CHARGES ASSESSED BY THE CITY OF BRIGHTON; SETTING FORTH
EFFECTIVE DATES FOR SAID RATES, FEES AND CHARGES; AND, OTHER
DETAILS RELATED THERETO
Mayor McLean read the title of the Ordinance into the record.
City Manager Esquibel explained that this is the final reading of the Ordinance and Utilities Director
Curt Bauer is here to answer any questions from Council.
Utilities Director Curt Bauers highlighted the changes to the new rate structure. The rates now more
closely match the City's cost of service which will result in a reduced bill for most residential customers. The
discount for seniors has been removed and all customers in the first tier are receiving a discount. Staff
will continue to work on ways to enhance conservation, improve irrigation and bring a master plan for
the non-potable irrigation system back to Council. Director Bauers answered questions from Council
regarding:
- Most customers not seeing an increase in their water bills.
Mayor McLean asked if there were any comments from the audience on the second reading of the
Ordinance, there were none.
Motion by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Kreutzer, to approve
Ordinance 2185. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 9 - Mayor McLean, Mayor Pro Tem Wallin, Councilmember Baca, Councilmember
Bell, Councilmember Edwards, Councilmember Humbert, Councilmember Kniss,
Councilmember Kreutzer, and Councilmember Martinez
11. GENERAL BUSINESS
12. REPORTS
A. By the Mayor.
Mayor McLean attended the ribbon cutting for the E-470 and Quebec Street interchange. Mayor
McLean met with the Representative Joann Windholz. Mayor McLean worked at the 5A State
Championship game at Mile High Stadium. Mayor McLean attended a meeting with Adams County
regarding Denver International Airport. Mayor McLean asked if anyone watching is interested in
serving on a Board or Commission to check the City's website or call the City Clerk's Office.
B. By Department Heads.
C. By the City Attorney.
D. By the City Manager.
City Manager Esquibel reported that the meeting on December 9, 2014 will begin at 5:30 p.m. to allow
time for Board and Commission interviews. December 16, 2014 will be the final City Council meeting
of the year and there will be a request to cancel the December 23, 2014 Study Session meeting on the
next agenda. A request to schedule a Special Study Session on January 6, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. to meet
with RTD will be on the next agenda.
13. REPORTS BY COUNCIL ON BOARDS & COMMISSIONS
Councilmember Bell had a great time at the NLC Conference in Austin and there was a great session
regarding better ways to serve the community and its citizens. Councilmember Bell encouraged
everyone to attend the Parade of Lights on December 13th.
Councilmember Humbert attended a session at NLC about community policing and is happy that the
City of Brighton has already embraced this idea. FACE will perform on Friday night and it should be a
great event.
Mayor McLean encouraged the Councilmembers to help work on the Council float for the parade.
Denver Mayor Michael Hancock asked for support in the form of a Proclamation for the preservation of
the National Western Stock Show to create a year round education and destination for tourism. City
Council agreed to support this Proclamation.
Councilmember Martinez reported on the events that will be taking place during the Festival of Lights
event on December 13th beginning with a free movie at 10:00 a.m. and ending with the parade at 5:30
p.m.
Councilmember Kreutzer reported that the NLC Conference was a great event and it is good to get to
know fellow Councilmembers better and watch the Youth Commission shine. The Sister Cities
Christmas party is Saturday. Councilmember Kreutzer asked if Council could send a letter of
congratulations to the new members of the City Council from Ziebice, Poland and thank the previous
Mayor for his association with the City of Brighton.
Councilmember Kniss reported that a lady sitting with her at the NLC Conference from Washington
heard where she was from and said that is the place with the great Youth Commission. Last Saturday
was small business Saturday and Councilmember Kniss encourages everyone to continue to shop the
local small business. There is wonderful art in the lobby at City Hall and it would make great gifts for
the holidays.
14. EXECUTIVE SESSION
15. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Edwards to adjourn at 8:39 p.m.
CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO
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Richard N. McLean, Mayor
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Natalie Hoel, City Clerk
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Approval Date