City of Brighton
500 S. 4th Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601
Meeting Minutes - Draft
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
6:00 PM
Council Chambers
City Council
MAYOR - GREGORY MILLS
MAYOR PRO TEM - ADAM CUSHING
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
CLINT BLACKHURST, MATT JOHNSTON,
PETER PADILLA, JAN PAWLOWSKI,
MARY ELLEN POLLACK, ANN TADDEO
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Mills called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
A. Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag
Mayor Mills led the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag.
B. Roll Call
Present: 7 - Mayor Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, Councilmember Blackhurst,
Councilmember Padilla, Councilmember Pawlowski, Councilmember Pollack,
and Councilmember Taddeo
Not Present: 1 - Councilmember Johnston
2. APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA
Mayor Pro Tem Cushing asked that Item 12 be moved before Item 5.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, seconded by Councilmember Pawlowski, to approve the Regular Agenda as Amended. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Mayor Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, Councilmember Blackhurst, Councilmember
Padilla, Councilmember Pawlowski, Councilmember Pollack, and Councilmember
Taddeo
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Johnston
3. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of the August 23, 2022 City Council Minutes
B. Approval of the September 6, 2022 City Council Minutes
C. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, APPOINTING AMBER ROBBINS AS AN ALTERNATE MEMBER OF THE BRIGHTON HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION WITH A TERM TO JUNE 2024
Resolution No. 2022-110
D. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, APPOINTING KATHERINE LEWIS AS AN ALTERNATE MEMBER OF THE BRIGHTON HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION WITH A TERM TO JUNE 2025
Resolution No. 2022-111
E. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, APPOINTING RICHARD GONZALES AS A MEMBER OF THE BRIGHTON URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY WITH A TERM TO AUGUST 2027
Resolution No. 2022-112
Motion by Councilmember Pawlowski, seconded by Councilmember Taddeo, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Mayor Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, Councilmember Blackhurst, Councilmember
Padilla, Councilmember Pawlowski, Councilmember Pollack, and Councilmember
Taddeo
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Johnston
4. CEREMONIES
A. Swearing In of New Board and Commission Member
City Clerk Natalie Hoel swore in the new Board and Commission Members.
B. Domestic Violence Awareness Month Proclamation
Councilmember Taddeo read the Proclamation into the record.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, seconded by Councilmember Blackhurst, to approve the Proclamation. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Mayor Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, Councilmember Blackhurst, Councilmember
Padilla, Councilmember Pawlowski, Councilmember Pollack, and Councilmember
Taddeo
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Johnston
C. Breast Cancer Awareness Month Proclamation
Mayor Mills read the Proclamation into the record.
Motion by Councilmember Pawlowski, seconded by Councilmember Pollack, to approve the Proclamation. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Mayor Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, Councilmember Blackhurst, Councilmember
Padilla, Councilmember Pawlowski, Councilmember Pollack, and Councilmember
Taddeo
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Johnston
D. Code Enforcement Month Proclamation
Councilmember Blackhurst read the Proclamation into the record.
Motion by Councilmember Padilla, seconded by Councilmember Taddeo, to approve the Proclamation. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Mayor Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, Councilmember Blackhurst, Councilmember
Padilla, Councilmember Pawlowski, Councilmember Pollack, and Councilmember
Taddeo
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Johnston
E. Performance and Leadership Academy Graduation
Budget and Performance Manager Kayla Barber-Perrotta introduced the graduates from the Performance and Leadership Academy.
12. GENERAL BUSINESS
Assistant City Manager Karen Borkowski Surine recognized Chief of Police Paul Southard for his dedication 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. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, AMENDING CERTAIN ACCOUNTS IN THE CAPITAL FUND, AND STORM DRAINAGE FUND; AND APPROPRIATING MONEY FOR EXPENDITURES IN THE AMOUNT OF ELEVEN MILLION SEVEN HUNDRED FOURTEEN THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED EIGHTY-EIGHT DOLLARS ($11,714,588) FOR THE TRANSFER OF AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN FUNDING AND ADDITIONAL STORM DRAINAGE REBATES
Mayor Mills read the title of the Resolution into the record.
Mayor Mills opened the public hearing at 6:46 p.m. and City Clerk Natalie Hoel verified the required postings and publications (September 22, 2022 in the Brighton Standard Blade) for this public hearing were completed.
Budget and Performance Manager Kayla Barber-Perrotta presented the third amendment to the 2022 budget. The transfer of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and the Prairie Center storm drainage rebates necessitate the need for the budget amendment. The ARPA funds are sitting in the capital fund and need to be moved to the water fund for the Water Treatment Plant project. The city must provide Prairie Center with a portion of the storm drainage fees that they pay; this should be completed in 2024. The budget will be increased by 11.7 million dollars for a total budget of 172.3 million dollars.
Mayor Mills asked if anyone in the audience had questions for the applicant, there was none.
Mayor Mills asked if anyone in the audience wished to speak on behalf of or against the request, there was none.
Mayor Mills asked if there were questions from City Council, there was none.
Mayor Mills closed the public hearing at 6:50 p.m.
Motion by Councilmember Padilla, seconded by Councilmember Blackhurst, to approve Resolution 2022-113. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Mayor Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, Councilmember Blackhurst, Councilmember
Padilla, Councilmember Pawlowski, Councilmember Pollack, and Councilmember
Taddeo
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Johnston
B. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, AMENDING CHAPTER 15 OF THE BRIGHTON MUNICIPAL CODE; ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2021 EDITIONS OF THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE, INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE, INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE, INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE, INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE, AND INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE; AND SETTING FORTH AMENDMENTS THERETO (FINAL READING)
Mayor Mills read the title of the Ordinance into the record.
Mayor Mills opened the public hearing at 6:51 p.m. and City Clerk Natalie Hoel verified the required postings and publications (September 15 and 22, 2022 in the Brighton Standard Blade) for this public hearing were completed.
Chief Building Official Matt Rowland presented the adoption by reference of the 2021 Code cycle. Chief Building Official Rowland presented the history of Building Codes and the role of local government to help develop regulations to deliver health and safety to taxpayers and mitigate loss of life and property. These Codes specify the minimum legal design and construction requirements for structural integrity, construction materials, fire protection, and keep a consistent standard. The International Code Council (ICC) develops codes in collaboration with FEMA and other federal, state, local and private authorities. The National Fire Protection Association is involved in the codes and standards for life safety and electric systems. Brighton is currently enforcing the 2018 International Codes and the 2020 National Electric Code. The Brighton Residential Code Amendments include the elimination of one- and two-family dwellings automatic fire sprinkler systems. This requirement was changed from “shall” to “may” be installed. The size of the anchors has been increased for wood sill plates in homes to make them sturdier. During the last Code cycle, the Energy Conservation Code had amendments placed on it, staff is asking to remove those amendments at this time because the State of Colorado has adopted a Statute to address the requirements. There are some amendments to the Fire Code. The Electric Code will be updated next year. A copy of the Code changes was sent to the Metropolitan Home Builders Association and there was no response. City and Fire District staff have had input into this proposal. Several surrounding jurisdictions have adopted the new Codes or are in the process of adopting them.
Mayor Mills asked if anyone in the audience had questions for the applicant, there was none.
Mayor Mills asked if anyone in the audience wished to speak on behalf of or against the request, there was none.
Mayor Mills asked if there were questions from City Council.
Councilmember Blackhurst asked if there were any regulations that would require homeowners to make their homes all electric or require them to retrofit or change their homes in any way. Chief Building Official Rowland stated that there are not at this time.
Mayor Mills asked if a homeowner would have to rebuild to new standards if their home was damaged by fire or earth movement and Chief Building Official Rowland stated that they would.
Councilmember Taddeo asked if under the Brighton Property Maintenance Code, the property could be condemned if there was siding or shingles coming off a home. Chief building Official Rowland explained that this code is in place to prevent any further damage due to neglect. If shingles or siding were falling off and creating damage to the structure, action could be taken. Staff would take immediate action if there were an eminent threat to another structure. Councilmember Taddeo asked if it is spelled out what is considered a minor change to a structure that would not require it be brought up to Code. Chief Building Official Rowland explained that if one is doing a repair on a home and it can be fixed safely to the previous condition, that would be ok. If a tree falls on a home and the kitchen need to be gutted and fixed, that will need to be brought up to Code. Councilmember Taddeo asked if the Property Maintenance Code is new and Chief Building Official Rowland explained that it is not.
Councilmember Pawlowski asked what information was used in the review of the Residential Code to change shall to may regarding the sprinkler requirements in one or two dwelling homes. Chief building Official Rowland explained that through consensus, research, and recommendations from the ISO reports, the safety factor for fire sprinklers is greater, but the damage content from sprinklers is greater also. Councilmember Pawlowski is concerned after what happened with the Marshall fire if this should be changed. Fire Marshal Elizabeth Bednarcik explained that home sprinkler systems would not have saved any homes, they are designed to save lives by giving those inside the home time to get out. They are not designed to fully extinguish a fire, but most of the time they do. Fire Marshal Bednarcik works with sprinkler associations across the country and is a huge proponent for sprinkler systems. One problem is the cost per square foot of the house for sprinkler systems because of the higher cost of living in this area. Fire service would like to have every building and home sprinklered because the fatality rate goes down drastically.
Mayor Mills asked if the home sprinklers must be winterized each year. Fire Marshal Bednarcik explained that the national average is just over one dollar per square foot for a sprinkler system, which is cheaper than most upgrades in a home. The systems in your home do not have to be winterized.
Mayor Mills closed the public hearing at 7:14 p.m.
Motion by Councilmember Padilla, seconded by Councilmember Blackhurst, to approve Ordinance 2393. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Mayor Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, Councilmember Blackhurst, Councilmember
Padilla, Councilmember Pawlowski, Councilmember Pollack, and Councilmember
Taddeo
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Johnston
7. CONSOLIDATED ITEMS FOR SEQUENTIAL REVIEW
A. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, ANNEXING TO THE CITY OF BRIGHTON APPROXIMATELY 95.105 ACRES OF CONTIGUOUS LAND, IN THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 11, THE EAST ONE HALF OF SECTION 11, THE WEST ONE HALF OF SECTION 12, AND THE NORTH HALF OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 66 WEST, OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO (FINAL READING)
Mayor Mills read the title of the Ordinance into the record.
Associate Planner Nick Di Mario explained that the Magpie Annexation Ordinance and Zoning Ordinance were approved at first reading on August 16, 2022.
Motion by Councilmember Blackhurst, seconded by Councilmember Padilla, to approve Ordinance 2394. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Mayor Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, Councilmember Blackhurst, Councilmember
Padilla, Councilmember Pawlowski, Councilmember Pollack, and Councilmember
Taddeo
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Johnston
B. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, APPROVING THE MAGPIE PROPERTY ZONING MAP AMENDMENT FROM ADAMS COUNTY A-3 TO I-1 FOR AN APPROXIMATELY 95.105 ACRES OF PROPERTY, GENERALLY LOCATED IN A PORTION OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 11, THE EAST ONE-HALF OF SECTION 11, THE WEST ONE-HALF OF SECTION 12, AND THE NORTH HALF OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 66 WEST OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, CITY OF BRIGHTON, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO (FINAL READING)
Mayor Mills read the title of the Ordinance into the record.
Motion by Councilmember Padilla, seconded by Councilmember Pawlowski, to approve Ordinance 2395. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Mayor Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, Councilmember Blackhurst, Councilmember
Padilla, Councilmember Pawlowski, Councilmember Pollack, and Councilmember
Taddeo
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Johnston
C. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, APPROVING THE ANNEXATION AGREEMENT FOR THE APPROXIMATELY 95.105 ACRES OF CONTIGUOUS LAND, IN THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 11, THE EAST ONE HALF OF SECTION 11, THE WEST ONE HALF OF SECTION 12, AND THE NORTH HALF OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 66 WEST OF THE SIXTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, CITY OF BRIGHTON, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO; TO BE KNOWN AS THE MAGPIE PROPERTY ANNEXATION
Mayor Mills read the title of the Resolution into the record.
Associate Planner Nick Di Mario explained that the purpose of the Annexation Agreement is to identify the terms and adopted city Codes, Ordinances, and Master Plans that will apply to the development of the property. The applicable areas are transportation, utility service and stormwater, and zoning. This agreement requires that the annexor/developer shall dedicate right of way, construct access points, and carry out any related right of way and multimodal improvements for the developments portion of East Bromley Lane. The annexor/developer shall financially contribute to their pro-rata share of the design and construction of the expansion of the bridge structure over I-76. The annexor/developer shall design and construct signalized intersections to their interim conditions at the intersection of East Bromley Lane, the Frontage Road east of I-76 and the northbound and southbound ramps of I-76. The annexor/developer shall underground overhead utility lines, install street lighting, install water, sanitary and stormwater facilities to serve the property, dedicate raw water, complete entitlement applications, sign a Development Agreement, coordinate reviews and construction of property with external agencies and maintain existing access for surrounding property owners. Staff recommends approval of the Annexation Agreement.
Motion by Councilmember Pawlowski, seconded by Councilmember Taddeo, to approve Resolution 2022-114. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Mayor Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, Councilmember Blackhurst, Councilmember
Padilla, Councilmember Pawlowski, Councilmember Pollack, and Councilmember
Taddeo
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Johnston
8. ORDINANCES FOR INITIAL CONSIDERATION
9. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
A. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, WATER ACTIVITY ENTERPRISE REVENUE BONDS (WATER SYSTEM PROJECT), SERIES 2022, TO FINANCE A NEW WATER TREATMENT FACILITY, PAYABLE SOLELY OUT OF THE NET REVENUES TO BE DERIVED FROM THE OPERATION OF THE CITY’S WATER AND SEWER FACILITIES; PROVIDING OTHER DETAILS CONCERNING THE BONDS, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, COVENANTS AND AGREEMENTS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH
Mayor Mills read the title of the Ordinance into the record.
Finance Director Catrina Asher explained that this is the final reading of the Ordinance and there have not been any changes since first reading.
Motion by Councilmember Blackhurst, seconded by Councilmember Padilla, to approve Ordinance 2396. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Mayor Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, Councilmember Blackhurst, Councilmember
Padilla, Councilmember Pawlowski, Councilmember Pollack, and Councilmember
Taddeo
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Johnston
B. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, AMENDING ARTICLE 2-10 OF THE BRIGHTON MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE CITY OF BRIGHTON CODE OF ETHICS AND CREATING A PROCESS FOR REVIEW OF COMPLAINTS
Mayor Mills read the title of the Ordinance into the record.
City Attorney Alicia Calderón explained that this is the final reading of the Ordinance and there have not been any changes since first reading.
Motion by Councilmember Padilla, seconded by Councilmember Pawlowski, to approve Ordinance 2397. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Mayor Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, Councilmember Blackhurst, Councilmember
Padilla, Councilmember Pawlowski, Councilmember Pollack, and Councilmember
Taddeo
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Johnston
Mayor Mills called for a break at 7:41 p.m.
Mayor Mills reconvened the meeting at 7:53 p.m.
10. RESOLUTIONS
A. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, CALLING FOR A SPECIAL MAIL BALLOT RUN-OFF MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR WARD 1, IF NECESSARY, TO BE HELD ON DECEMBER 13, 2022; APPOINTING THE BRIGHTON CITY CLERK AS THE DESIGNATED ELECTION OFFICIAL; SPECIFYING THE AUTHORITY OF THE CITY CLERK REGARDING THE CONDUCT OF THE ELECTION; AND SETTING FORTH OTHER DETAILS RELATED THERETO
Mayor Mills read the title of the Resolution into the record.
City Clerk Natalie Hoel explained that on November 8, 2022, the city will participate in a Coordinated Election with Adams County and Weld County for the open Ward 1 position. If no candidate for Ward 1 receives a majority of the votes, a run-off election is required and will take place on December 13, 2022. This Resolution calls for the Special Run-off Election if it is necessary.
Motion by Councilmember Padilla, seconded by Councilmember Pollack, to approve Resolution 2022-115. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 6 - Mayor Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, Councilmember Blackhurst, Councilmember
Padilla, Councilmember Pawlowski, and Councilmember Pollack
No: 1 - Councilmember Taddeo
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Johnston
B. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, SETTING COMPENSATION FOR CITY ATTORNEY ALICIA CALDERÓN
Mayor Mills read the title of the Resolution into the record.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, seconded by Councilmember Padilla, to approve Resolution 2022-116. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Mayor Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, Councilmember Blackhurst, Councilmember
Padilla, Councilmember Pawlowski, Councilmember Pollack, and Councilmember
Taddeo
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Johnston
C. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, APPROVING THE PEER AGENCY SUPPORT OF THE BUS RAPID TRANSIT COLORADO STATE HIGHWAY 7 STARTER SERVICE FOR TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM CALL #3 WITH A FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION OF TWO HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($200,000.00) AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER, OR DESIGNEE, TO EXECUTE THE DOCUMENTS ON BEHALF OF THE CITY
Mayor Mills read the title of the Resolution into the record.
Assistant Director of Public Works Christopher Montoya presented the Bus Rapid Transit Starter Service for Highway 7. This is a major arterial from Brighton to Boulder and there is not service along this corridor. This would be a new fixed route to provide different modes of transportation running Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Staff recommends approving the contribution to the project in the amount of $200,000.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, seconded by Councilmember Padilla, to approve Resolution 2022-117. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 6 - Mayor Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, Councilmember Blackhurst, Councilmember
Padilla, Councilmember Pawlowski, and Councilmember Taddeo
No: 1 - Councilmember Pollack
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Johnston
11. UTILITIES BUSINESS ITEMS
Ordinances
A. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, ACTING BY AND THROUGH ITS WATER ACTIVITY ENTERPRISE, AMENDING TITLE 13 OF THE BRIGHTON MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO NON-POTABLE WATER FEES AND CHARGES ASSESSED BY THE CITY OF BRIGHTON; SETTING FORTH EFFECTIVE DATES FOR SAID RATES, FEES AND CHARGES; AND OTHER DETAILS RELATED THERETO (FINAL READING)
Mayor Mills read the title of the Ordinance into the record.
Assistant Director of Utilities Scott Olsen presented the findings and summary of the Non-Potable Water Rate Study. Non-potable water will remain a part of the Water Enterprise Fund and is intended to be a sustainable alternative to using treated water for irrigation purposes. The capital improvement projects, and debt repayment are included in the larger water fund rates. The proposed rates are decreasing. JR Engineering is under contract to design a pump station at Lutz Reservoir for existing and future non-potable irrigation. Staff recommends the monthly volume-based rate be reduced from $3.22/1,000 gallons to $2.61/1,000 gallons beginning January 1, 2023.
Motion by Councilmember Blackhurst, seconded by Councilmember Pawlowski, to approve the Ordinance. Motion passed by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Mayor Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Cushing, Councilmember Blackhurst,
Councilmember Padilla, Councilmember Pawlowski, Councilmember Pollack,
and Councilmember Taddeo
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Johnston
12. GENERAL BUSINESS
This item was moved before Item 5.
13. REPORTS
A. By the Mayor
Mayor Mills attended the NATA meeting, the Brighton Economic Development Corporation meeting, the opening of Kids First Health Center in Commerce City, the Lochbuie Sewer Board meeting, the groundbreaking of the Eagle Ridge Academy soccer field, the Mraz Boots ribbon cutting, The Key Team ribbon cutting, the Natural Grocers ribbon cutting, the Cemetery Walk and the Chamber Mornings with the Mayor event.
B. By Department Directors
Utilities Director Marc Johns gave an update on the Water Tank ribbon cutting.
Finance Director Catrina Asher reported that when the Denver Broncos were sold it triggered a clause that required that a portion of the funds be given back to the contributing communities. The City of Brighton will receive $454,000 that can be used for youth activities and programs.
City Manager Michael Martinez introduced new Economic Development Director Robin Martinez.
Chief of Police Paul Southard reported on a grant that was received for the Co-Responder Program to assist with members of the community suffering from a mental health crisis.
C. By the City Attorney
D. By the City Manager
City Manager Michael Martinez thanked everyone that attended the services for Commander Frank Acosta, thanked Chief of Police Paul Southard for his service and dedication to the city and announced that Natural Grocers is a great addition to the community.
E. By City Council
Councilmember Padilla attended the Cultural Arts Commission meeting, announced that today is Yom Kippur, and Saturday is Art in the Park.
Councilmember Pawlowski attended the DRCOG meeting and Board and Commission interviews.
Mayor Pro Tem Cushing attended the Capital Facility Fee Foundation meeting.
14. EXECUTIVE SESSION
15. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Mills adjourned the meeting at 8:47 p.m.
CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO
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Gregory Mills, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Natalie Hoel, City Clerk
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