HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES-03/07/2023-RegularMarch 7,2023
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
Council-Manager Form of Government
Regular Meeting —6:00 PM
PROCLAMATIONS &PRESENTATIONS
5:00 PM
A)PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
PP 1.Proclaiming March 20-26,2023,as Fix a Leak Week.
Mayor Jeni Arndt presented the above proclamation at 5:00 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
6:00 PM
B)CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Jeni Arndt called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.in the City Council Chambers at 300
Laporte Avenue,Fort Collins,Colorado,with hybrid participation available via the City’s Zoom
platform.
C)PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Jeni Arndt led the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag.
D)ROLL CALL
PRESENT
Mayor Jeni Arndt
Mayor Pro Tem Emily Francis
Councilmember Susan Gutowsky
Councilmember Julie Pignataro
Councilmember Tricia Canonico
Councilmember Shirley Peel
Councilmember Kelly Ohlson
STAFF PRESENT
City Manager Kelly DiMartino
City Attorney Carrie Daggett
City Clerk Anissa Hollingshead
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E)CITY MANAGER’S AGENDA REVIEW
City Manager Kelly DiMartino provided an overview of the agenda,including:
•There were no changes to the published agenda.
•All items on the consent agenda were recommended for approval.
F)COMMUNITY REPORTS
None.
G)PUBLIC COMMENT ON ANY TOPICS OR ITEMS OR COMMUNITY EVENTS
(including requests for removal of items from Consent Calendar for individual discussion.)
Andy Clark,Fort Collins resident,spoke regarding the former Hughes Stadium site to request a portion
of the space be utilized for a mountain bike park.
Kenny Bearden,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Kevin Krause,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Cameron Krause,a seven-year-old Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at
the former Hughes Stadium site.
Alaina Smith,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Emma O’Dell,a nine-year-old Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the
former Hughes Stadium site.
Ian Long,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes Stadium
site.
Benjamin Brown,Fort Collins resident in ~7~’grade,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the
former Hughes Stadium site.
Taylor Calmus,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Tristan West,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Lisa Butler,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Brittney Slightom,Fort Collins resident,spoke about Morgellons Disease to request recognition of the
real nature of this rare disease and the need for awareness and recognition of this disease,reduced
stigma,and increased research.
Natalie Reimers,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Trace Fondy,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
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Ty Fulcher,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Ed Behan,Fort Collins resident,spoke regarding concerns with the level of engagement done by City
staff in drafting proposed oil and gas regulations.
Cameron Dreyer,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Patricia Babbitt,Fort Collins resident,spoke as an avid cyclist with concerns about a mountain bike
park at the former Hughes Stadium site due to the potential impact on wildlife in that area.
Olivia Brown,Fort Collins resident in 5~grade,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former
Hughes Stadium site.
Chris McCullough,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Shari Due,Fort Collins resident,spoke regarding oil and gas regulations and the known impact of
drilling activities on ozone damage.
Madeline Blair,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Kevin Caifrey,Fort Collins resident,spoke regarding concerns about oil and gas regulations and the
need to keep this town clean and protect air quality by limiting drilling.He also expressed support for
a bike path at the Hughes stadium site.
Dr.Cow D.Carroll,Fort Collins resident,spoke about oil and gas regulations and the need to protect
residents from the pollution of drilling and in support of continuous monitoring,more robust oversight,
and enforceable penalties for bad actors.
Ben Zukowski,an 11-year-old Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the
former Hughes Stadium site.
Meghan Highland,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Andrew Klooster,Fort Collins resident,spoke about his work in monitoring emissions that could violate
air quality regulations,noting Fort Collins has a frequent offender in Prospect Energy around odors
and emissions.
John McDonagh,Fort Collins resident,spoke as a mountain biker against the development of bike
park at the Hughes Stadium site due to the impacts to wildlife in favor of low impact activities for the
site.
Theodore A.Rogers,Fort Collins resident,spoke against providing an appropriation to the Northern
Colorado airport for a terminal expansion due to a lack of need and support for increased flights.
Rick Casey,Fort Collins resident,spoke about oil and gas regulations on behalf of the Fort Collins
Sustainability Group regarding the proposed regulations and key topics yet to be addressed by staff.
Krista Piepenbrink,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former
Hughes Stadium site.
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Brad Bishop,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of including a designed cross country course at
the former Hughes Stadium site as compatible with many other uses at the space,including a bike
park and a natural area.
Doug Henderson,Fort Collins resident,spoke on behalf of the Larimer Alliance regarding oil and gas
regulations and the need to manage oil and gas in a manner that protects residents through revised
regulations.
Lucy Porter,Fort Collins resident in 7~grade,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former
Hughes Stadium site.
Mike Weber,Fort Collins resident,spoke about concerns with using the Hughes Stadium site for a
natural area given the amount of money that needs to be spent for the acquisition,stating support for
making this a recreation area.
Mary Steiner,Fort Collins resident,spoke as a mountain biker in opposition to a mountain bike park
at the former Hughes Stadium site due to the potential for large crowds and lack of alignment with the
intent of the ballot question that was approved by City voters.
Chris Stockburger,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former
Hughes Stadium site.
Lucas Currell,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Adrian Macdonald,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a cross country course at the former
Hughes Stadium site.
Adam Eggleston,Fort Collins resident,spoke in opposition to a rental registration program with
proactive inspections.
Jonathan Guerdrum,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former
Hughes Stadium site.
Quinn McConnell and two other CSU cross country team members spoke in support of a cross country
course at the former Hughes Stadium site.
Barbara Krupnik-Goldman,Fort Collins resident,spoke about oil and gas proposed regulations to
encourage strengthening those proposed regulations to include the recommendations that were
forwarded for consideration in a letter from a number of concerned organizations.In addition she
requested adding a clause that after a certain date the City would ban any further oil and gas facilities.
Dan Porter,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Zach,no last name given,spoke as a member of the CSU cross country team in support of a cross
country course at the former Hughes Stadium site.
Christina Cooley,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Clerk’s Note:Mayor Arndt called for a 10-minute recess at 7:30 p.m.The meeting resumed at 7:42
p.m.
Zach Watkins,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
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Mary Alice Grant,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park but not at the former
Hughes Stadium site.
Hannah Casey,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Alistair Clark,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a cross country course at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Susan Huse,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park but not at the former
Hughes Stadium site.
Michelle Haefele,Fort Collins resident,spoke regarding proposed oil and gas regulations to
encourage Council to take full advantage of this delay to ensure more protections are included in the
final regulations.
Jason Knebel,Fort Collins resident,requested the Councilmember from district 6 recuse herself from
any further mafters regarding the Land Use Code.
Warren Snyder,Fort Collins resident,spoke in opposition of a mountain bike park at the former
Hughes Stadium site in favor of only low impact activities and preservation as a natural area.
Noelle Bauman-Stucky,Fort Collings resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former
Hughes Stadium site.
Lindsay Morgan,Fort Collins resident,spoke in opposition of a mountain bike park at the former
Hughes Stadium site due to the impact to the natural areas.
Steve McClintock,Fort Collins resident,spoke in opposition to a funding appropriation for a new
terminal at the Northern Colorado Regional Airport.
Justine Wagner spoke about the need for revisions to the Land Use Code to include protection of
historic resources and maintaining resident engagement in those considerations.
Mike Beckstead,Fort Collins resident,spoke as a resident of the Hearthfire tank farm development
area and concerns about what those residents can do to maintain safety,including implementing 24-
7 air quality monitoring.
Beth Benscheidt,Fort Collins resident,spoke about the need to protect the treasure that is the former
Hughes Stadium site by maintaining it as an open natural area.
Tom Farnsworth,Fort Collins resident,spoke about overwhelming resident support for maintaining
the former Hughes Stadium site as an open natural area.
Mary Alyce,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Cade Shortridge,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Mary Frissell Smith,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of the trash contracting proposal and
Ordinances being considered for second reading.
Adam Miller spoke about a code violation at 6024 South College and the way the company parks
semis blocking traffic for loading and unloading.
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Barbara Denny,Fort Collins resident,spoke in opposition to a bike park at the former Hughes Stadium
site and the need to preserve that open space,natural area and dark sky.
Owen Diehl,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Dawson Gordon spoke in support of a mountain bike park at the former Hughes Stadium site.
Michela Dunbar,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of using the former Hughes Stadium site for
wildlife rehabilitation alongside other low impact uses.
Danni Cook,Fort Collins resident and cross country coach at Fossil Ridge High School,spoke on
behalf of a cross country facility in Fort Collins.
Michael (last name unclear),17 year old Fort Collins resident)spoke in support of a bike and recreation
area at the former Hughes Stadium site.
Jasper Gordon,rides for SendTown Bike Club,spoke in support of a bike park at the former Hughes
Stadium site.
Brandon Fix,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of a bike park at the former Hughes Stadium site.
Joe (no last name given),spoke in support of a bike park at the former Hughes Stadium site.
Tim Gosar,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of increased oil and gas regulations.
Tim Walthrop,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of maintaining the former Hughes Stadium site
as a natural area.
Ethan Cooley,Fort Collins resident and junior at Fort Collins High School,spoke in support of a bike
park at the former Hughes Stadium site as well as for use for Nordic skiing.
Melissa Rosas,Fort Collins resident,spoke against the idea of large scale tourist destination bike park
at the former Hughes Stadium site.
Nate Rogue spoke in support of a bike park at the former Hughes Stadium site.
Tallon Nightwalker,Fort Collins resident,spoke about the importance of protecting the Hughes site as
open space as an essential area for wildlife to thrive.
Addie (no last name given)spoke about collecting signatures during the pandemic to protect Hughes
as open space as was intended by the petition.
Tamra Meurer,Fort Collins resident,noted she also was part of collecting signatures in the petition
effort focused on maintaining the Hughes area as open space.
Public comment concluded at 8:51 p.m.
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H)PUBLIC COMMENT FOLLOW-UP
Mayor Pro Tern Francis thanked everyone for corning out and speaking tonight,including all the young
people who spoke tonight.She noted there will be a work session on the Hughes Stadium site next
Tuesday as part of the beginning stages of the process around the use of this site.Regarding Oil and
Gas,she noted second reading was delayed to get feedback to incorporate into the proposed
regulations.City Manager DiMartino shared Council can expect a memo on March 20 about how this
might come forward in the best way for Council to consider potential changes at second reading.
Councilmember Ohlson thanked everyone for corning out and speaking tonight,especially the young
people.He also asked about the oil and gas regulations,noting a big gap was placed between first
and second reading and as a result would like to see a menu of potential changes that Council can
choose from when the item returns for second reading.Regarding the issue of trash accumulation
previously and on truck traffic tonight at a property on South College,requested follow up on this topic.
City Manager DiMartino noted a follow up will be provided.
Councilmember Gutowsky noted she did hear several requests to have an open session or meeting
prior to second reading of the oil and gas regulations and asked if this is something that is being
considered.Lindsay Ex,Environmental Services Director,and Paul Sizemore,CDNS Director,
responded,noting there are staff out on leave right now that may make it difficult to schedule additional
engagement opportunities before the scheduled second reading date beyond a forum planned for later
this week on the topic.It was noted that if staff needs more time,Council could consider a further
delay.
Councilmernber Pignataro thanked everyone for corning out tonight,especially those speaking for the
first time.She also reiterated the Hughes site will be discussed at next week’s work session.In
addition,she apologized to a resident for providing incorrect information about oil and gas regulations.
Also noted the site on South College that Adam Miller referred to definitely needs aftention based on
the satellite imagery.
I)COUNCILMEMBER REMOVAL OF ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION
Councilmember Gutowsky noted she would like to pull item number 3 from the consent calendar for
additional discussion.
J)CONSENT CALENDAR
1.Second Reading of Ordinance No.024,2023,Appropriating Philanthropic Revenue
Received By City Give for Fort Collins Police Services for the Safe Futures Initiative.
The purpose of this Ordinance,unanimously adopted (6-0)on First Reading on February 21,
2023,is to request appropriation of $86,000.00 in philanthropic revenue received by City Give for
Fort Collins Police Services for the Safe Futures initiative.
In 2019,City Give,a formalized enterprise-wide initiative was launched to create a transparent,
non-partisan governance structure for the acceptance and appropriations of charitable gifts.
Adopted on Second Reading.
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2.Second Reading of Ordinance No.025,2023,Appropriating Prior Year Reserves and
Unanticipated Revenue from Philanthropic Donations Received Through City Give for
Various Programs and Services as Designated by the Donors.
The purpose of this Ordinance,which was unanimously adopted (6-0)on First Reading on
Februaty 21,2023,is to request appropriation of $19,692 in philanthropic revenue received
through City Give.These miscellaneous gifts to various City service areas and departments
support a variety of programs and services and are aligned with both the City’s strategic priorities
and the respective donors’designation.
In 2019,City Give,a formalized enterprise-wide initiative was launched to create a transparent,
non-partisan governance structure for the acceptance and appropriations of charitable gifts.
Adopted on Second Reading.
3.Items Related to Residential Solid Waste Collection.
A.Second Reading of Ordinance No.027,2023,Amending Chapter 12,Article II and Chapter 15,
Article XV of the Code of the City of Fort Collins to Allow for the Establishment of a City Waste
Collection Program and Generally Updating Provisions of the Code Governing Waste Collection
Within the City.
B.Second Reading of Ordinance No.028,2023,Authorizing the City Manager to Enter Into a
Contract for the Provision of Residential Waste Collection Services.
C.Second Reading of Ordinance No.029,2023,Appropriating Prior Year Reserves for Start-up
Costs to Create a Contracted Residential Waste Collection Program.
The purpose of this item is to consider the adoption of a contracted residential waste and recycling
program,which includes three separate Ordinances and one policy question:
1.Ordinance No.027,2023,would amend the City Code to enable the contracted hauling
program and establish the City Administrative Fee to fund the City’s role in the program.
2.Ordinance No.028,2023,would adopt the contract with Republic Services.
3.Ordinance No.029,2023,would approve an off-cycle general fund appropriation in the
amount of $107,251 to support the start-up phase of the proposed pro gram.
4.Policy question:Do Councilmembers prefer the weekly or eveiy-other-week recycling
collection option?
This program aligns with the Council Priority to Explore a Districted System for Garbage,
Recycling and Compost.
The proposed program includes the following benefits:
•Trash,recycling as well as yard trimmings and two bulky item collections per year for a cost
similar to what most residents paid in 2022 for only trash and recycling
•A more affordable way to increase the collection of yard trimmings from residents
•Cost-effective,predictable pricing
•Opportunity to ensure a high level of customer service with penalties to the hauler and service
credits to customers in the event of a missed pickup etc.
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•Fewer trucks on residential roads helps to improve neighborhood safety,quality of life,reduces
emissions,also reduces road wear and tear
•Additional yard trimmings composted (78%-130%increase)and additional materials recycled
if Coundilmembers select the weekly recycling policy option (9%-27%increase).Additional
yard trimmings and recycling combined would achieve 3.7%-6.7%of the progress needed to
meet the zero waste goal.
All three Ordinances were unanimously adopted (6-0)on First Reading on February 21,2023.
Between First and Second Reading,staff has revised the Review Version of the contract with
Republic Services and the proposed Code changes contained in Ordinance No.027.Here are
summaries of those changes:
-Staff revised the frequency of the Recyclable Materials Service from every-other-week
to weekly within the contract,added a new provision to address the City’s right to change from
weekly to every-other-week Recyclable Materials Service during the Agreement term subject
to the party’s good faith negotiations to determine the timing and impact to pricing of such
change,and updated the Pricing Sheet accordingly.(See attached Contract Revision #1).
Staff also updated the Pricing Sheet to reflect the selection of weekly Recyclable Materials
Service (See attached Contract Revision #2).Additionally,staff incorporated a Cooperative
Purchase provision to allow other governmental entities within the state of Colorado to use
the City’s competitive purchasing process as the basis to negotiate a contract with Republic
Services for similar services,subject to such governmental entities’governing laws,rules,and
regulations.(See attached Contract Revision #3).
-Staff also revised the Code changes to make various technical updates,including
correcting the use of certain defined terms,removing unnecessary language,and correcting
typographical errors.Staff moved a subsection from existing Section 15-413(d)to new Section
15-412(h)and clarified communication requirements for collectors in that same subsection.
Additionally,staff clarified yard trimmings collection requirements within Section 15-414.All
amendments from the First Reading version of Ordinance No.0 27 are shown within the
Second Reading version of Ordinance No.027.
Pulled from Consent to Allow Discussion.
4.Second Reading of Ordinance No.030,2023,Adopting the North College MAX BRT Plan
as a Component of City Plan.
The purpose of this Ordinance,unanimously adopted (6-0)on First Reading on February 21,
2023,is to consider adoption of the North College Max Plan.The North College MAX BRT Plan
is the result of approximately 18 months of community engagement information analysis,and
concept refinemenL The plan provides recommendations for Bus Rapid Transit local transit
routes,bicycle and pedestrian facilities,future development and affordability.
Adopted on Second Reading.
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5.First Reading of Ordinance No.032,2023,Authorizing the Release of Restrictive
Covenants on Property at 1947 Phia Way Developed by Fort Collins Habitat for Humanity.
The purpose of this item is to obtain authorization from Council to release the Agreement of
Restrictive Covenants Affecting Real Property on the single-family home located at 1947 Phia
Way,which was developed by Fort Collins Habitat for Humanity.The development of this home
was initially assisted with funding from the Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD).At the time of completion,the project no longer met the HUD requirements,triggering a
HUD mandated repayment of the funds and cancellation of the project.
Adopted on First Reading.
6.First Reading of Ordinance 033,2023,Extending the Moratorium on Certain Activities of
State Interest Designated in Ordinance No.122,2021.
The purpose of this item is the First Reading of an ordinance that extends the length of a
moratorium previously imposed through Ordinance No.122 2021,and further extended with
Ordinance No.139,2022,on two designated act ivities of state interest.The proposed Ordinance
extends the length of the existing moratorium for three months beyond March 31,2022 or until
City Council adopts guidelines for the administration of the two designated activities.Extending
the moratorium allows staff to reengage with stakeholders and develop policy decision points for
Council’s consideration along with first reading of the version-three 1041 regulations,May 2,
2023.
Adopted on First Reading.
7.First Reading of Ordinance No.034,2023,Making Supplemental Appropriations from the
Colorado Water Conservation Board Grant and Water Fund Reserves and Authorizing
Transfers of Appropriations for the Water Efficiency Plan Update.
The purpose of this item is to support updating the City’s Water Efficiency Plan by end of 2024
by:
•Appropriating $160,000 of unanticipated grant revenue,awarded by the Colorado Water
Conservation Board,to the Water Fund
•Appropriating $65,795 from the Water Fund reserves
•Utilizing matching funds in the amount of $126,705 from existing 2023 appropriations into this
new grant project
Adopted on First Reading.
8.First Reading of Ordinance No.035,2023,Authorizing the City Manager to Execute
Agreements,Conveyances,and Other Documents to Incorporate the Spring Cañon Waste
Way Ditch.
The purpose of this item is to approve the City’s conveyance of its 2/I 2ths fractional ownership
of the Spring Cañon Waste Way Ditch (Ditch)to a newly formed and incorporated Spring Cañon
Wasteway Ditch Company (Ditch Company),and thereby receive 2/l2ths share of the Ditch
Company.This item would also authorize the City Manager to execute related agreements
needed to form the Ditch Company.This administrative restructuring of the Ditch and water right
ownership will allow for a variety of efficiencies including easier shareholder transfers,providing
a single point of contact,and improving coordination of Ditch maintenance.
Adopted on First Reading.
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9.Resolution 2023-024 Adopting the Water Quality Management Policy for City-Owned Lakes
and Stormwater Basins in the Growth Management Area.
The lakes and stormwater basins (together,“urban lakes”)that the City owns are important
resources that provide a range of benefits to the Fort Collins community.There are significant
challenges associated with managing water quality in the City’s urban lakes.A project team has
been working over the last two years to address these challenges by developing the City of Fort
Collins Urban Lakes Water Quality Management Policy (“Policy”)and associated Guidance
Document (“Guidance”).The Policy provides a framework for the City’s water quality operational
and management decisions for its urban lakes and the Guidance provides technical resources to
assist City staff with implementing the Policy.Development of the Policy and Guidance were
informed by feedback received as part of an extensive stakeholder engagement process,and the
Water Commission,Land Conservation and Stewardship Board,Natural Resources Advisory
Board,and Parks and Recreation Board have formally recommended that City Council adopt the
Policy.
Adopted.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Pro Tern Francis moved,seconded by Councilmember Pignataro,to approve the
recornmended actions on iterns 1-2 and 4-9 on the Consent Calendar.
The motion carried 7-0.
K)CONSENT CALENDAR FOLLOW-UP (This is an opportunity for Coundilmembers to comment on
items adopted or approved on the Consent Calendar.)
None.
L)STAFF REPORTS
None.
M)COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
Councilmember Peel noted a listening session will be held on March 11 at the Harmony Library.She
also noted she attended the annual Poudre River Forum,where Fort Collins was well represented by
several staff.
Councilmember Canonico shared she has attended recent events including the Rocky Mountain
Raptor Gala,Leadership Northern Colorado to share perspectives of elected officials in the area,and
a climate discussion with Vice President Harris in Denver.She also attended a Human Library
program put on by the Human Relations Commission at the Museum of Discovery and thanked the
community for such an amazing event.
Mayor Arndt noted she spent last week with Deputy City Manager Tyler Marr as representatives of
the only US City attending a Net Zero conference organized by ICLEI as well as the U7 (Urban 7)
consortium feeding advice up to the G7.
Councilmember Gutowsky provided information about participating in Holocaust week recognitions at
CSU last week,as well as the grand opening for the Oak 140 Building as a partnership between
Housing Catalyst,the DDA and the City of Fort Collins among other partners.
N)CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR INDIVIDUAL
DISCUSSION
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3.Items Related to Residential Solid Waste Collection.
A.Second Reading of Ordinance No.027,2023,Amending Chapter 12,Article II and Chapter 15,
Article XV of the Code of the City of Fort Collins to Allow for the Establishment of a City Waste
Collection Program and Generally Updating Provisions of the Code Governing Waste Collection
Within the City.
B.Second Reading of Ordinance No.028,2023,Authorizing the City Manager to Enter Into a
Contract for the Provision of Residential Waste Collection Services.
C.Second Reading of Ordinance No.029,2023,Appropriating Prior Year Reserves for Start-up
Costs to Create a Contracted Residential Waste Collection Program.
The purpose of this item is to consider the adoption of a contracted residential waste and recycling
program,which includes three separate Ordinances and one policy question:
1.Ordinance No.027,2023,would amend the City Code to enable the contracted hauling
program and establish the City Administrative Fee to fund the City’s role in the program.
2.Ordinance No.028,2023,would adopt the contract with Republic Services.
3.Ordinance No.029,2023,would approve an off-cycle general fund appropriation in the
amount of $107,251 to support the start-up phase of the proposed program.
4.Policy question:Do Councilmembers prefer the weekly or every-other-week recycling
collection option?
This program aligns with the Council Priority to Explore a Districted System for Garbage,
Recycling and Compost.
The proposed program includes the following benefits:
•Trash,recycling as well as yard trimmings and two bulky item collections per year for a cost
similar to what most residents paid in 2022 for only trash and recycling
•A more affordable way to increase the collection of yard trimmings from residents
•Cost-effective,predictable pricing
•Opportunity to ensure a high level of customer service with penalties to the hauler and service
credits to customers in the event of a missed pickup etc.
•Fewer trucks on residential roads helps to improve neighborhood safety,quality of life,reduces
emissions,also reduces road wear and tear
•Additional yard trimmings composted (78%-130%increase)and additional materials recycled
if Councilmembers select the weekly recycling policy option (9%-27%increase).Additional
yard trimmings and recycling combined would achieve 3.7%-6.7%of the progress needed to
meet the zero waste goal.
All three Ordinances were unanimously adopted (6-0)on First Reading on February 21,2023.
Between First and Second Reading,staff has revised the Review Version of the contract with
Republic Services and the proposed Code changes contained in Ordinance No.027.Here are
summaries of those changes:
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-Staff revised the frequency of the Recyclable Materials Service from every-other-week
to weekly within the contract added a new provision to address the City’s right to change from
weekly to every-other-week Recyclable Materials Service during the Agreement term subject
to the party’s good faith negotiations to determine the timing and impact to pricing of such
change,and updated the Pricing Sheet accordingly.(See attached Contract Revision #1).
Staff also updated the Pricing Sheet to reflect the selection of weekly Recyclable Materials
Service (See attached Contract Revision #2).Additionally,staff incorporated a Cooperative
Purchase provision to allow other governmental entities within the state of Colorado to use
the City’s competitive purchasing process as the basis to negotiate a contract with Republic
Services for similar services,subject to such governmental entities’governing laws,rules,and
regulations.(See attached Contract Revision #3).
-Staff also revised the Code changes to make various technical updates,including
correcting the use of certain defined terms,removing unnecessary language,and correcting
typographical errors.Staff moved a subsection from existing Section 15-413(d)to new Section
15-412(h)and clarified communication requirements for collectors in that same subsection.
Additionally,staff clarified yard trimmings collection requirements within Section 15-4 14.All
amendments from the First Reading version of Ordinance No.0 27 are shown within the
Second Reading version of Ordinance No.027.
This item was removed from the consent agenda to allow for discussion.There was no staff report
and no public comment.
Councilmember Gutowsky noted she would still be supporting these actions because of the good
work included in this towards several goals,but there are some groups of residents who will not
benefit from this action.She stated a desire to see a variance for residents who haul their own
trash.She also shared her belief the lack of choice for residents who wish to use another hauler
is problematic,even while understanding an opt out fee is necessary for the success of the
program.
Councilmember Pignataro requested a clarification from staff regarding variances and whether,if
we chose to add a variance for residents who haul their own trash,that would need to be
considered now or if it could be changed later in the implementation process.Caroline Mitchell
noted there are two variances currently identified in the code language before the Council tonight.
City Attorney Daggett noted it would be necessary to consider further code changes in the future
if additional variances are desired.For follow up,it was requested to obtain the costs incurred for
self-hauling.Prior to the end of considerations of this item,staff confirmed current costs are set
at $15 per carload,$25 per pick up load,and $12 per cubic yard for trailers.
Councilmember Ohlson spoke to this process being more than 37 years in the making.He also
noted staff and management fully understand HOAs need to have legitimate pay-as-you-throw
system that matches our regulations.Staff indicated it is one of the first steps they will be
addressing.
Councilmember Peel noted she does struggle with this,wanting to be a voice for her district and
advocating for residents.She thanked staff for coming up with a reasonable compromise.
Mayor Pro Tern Francis moved,seconded by Councilrnember Pignataro,to adopt on
second reading Ordinance No.027,2023.
The motion carried 7-0.
Mayor Pro Tern Francis moved,seconded by Councilmember Canonico,to adopt on
second reading Ordinance No.028,2023.
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The motion carried 7-0.
Mayor Pro Tern Francis moved,seconded by Councilmember Pignataro,to adopt on
second reading Ordinance No.029,2023.
The motion carried 7-0.
0)CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS PLANNED FOR DISCUSSION
10.Second Reading of Ordinance No.026,2023,Appropriating Philanthropic Revenue
Received Through City Give for The Gardens on Spring Creek for General Operations as
Designated by the Donor.
The purpose of this Ordinance,adopted 5-1 (Nay:Ohison)on First Reading on February 21,
2023,is to request appropriation of $100,000 in philanthropic revenue received through City Give
for The Gardens on Spring Creek for general operations as designated by the donor.
In 2019,City Give,a formalized enterprise-wide initiative was launched to create a transparent
non-partisan governance structure for the acceptance and appropriations of charitable gifts.
There was no staff report and no public comment.
Councilmember Ohlson spoke regarding his concerns about the historic emphasis on corporate
advertising at the Gardens,and shared he has received assurances from staff we will be
accepting and acknowledging philanthropic revenue more appropriately going forward.
Mayor Pro Tern Francis moved,seconded by Councilmember Canonico,to adopt on
second reading Ordinance No.026,2023.
The motion carried 6-1.
Ayes:Councilmembers Gutowsky,Pignataro,Canonico,Peel,Mayor Pro Tern Francis,
and Mayor Arndt.
Nays:Coundimember Ohlson.
11.Second Reading of Ordinance No.031,2023 Appropriating Prior Year Reserves for a
Capital Contribution of $1,000,000 for Construction of a New Public Terminal Facility at the
Northern Colorado Regional Airport.
The purpose of this Ordinance,adopted 5-1 (Nay:Ohlson)on First Reading on February 21,
2023,is to appropriate an anticipated $1,000,000 capital contribution for the construction of a new
public terminal facility (Project)at the Northern Colorado Regional Airport (Airport).Total Project
costs are estimated to be $25,000,000,and this Ordinance’s adoption by the end of February
helps to secure the anticipated $21,000,000 of federal funding.At the suggestion of the Council
Finance Committee,staff has developed a series of performance indicators to use as terms and
conditions of the City contribution.
The Ordinance has been revised between first and second reading to add a new sixth recital
listing the performance indicators for the Project that City staff identified.These indicators were
not explicitly included in the changes to the Ordinance read into the record at first reading and
approved by CounciL These performance indicators are:(i)the Project achieve L.EED Silver
building certification;(ii)the Project include a public art commitment at 1%of the non-federal
funding;(iii)the terminal’s carbon footprint be no greater than 198 metric tons of carbon dioxide
equivalent;(iv)the terminal have enhanced accessibility;and (v)the Airport achieve by 2028 no
less than 33,000 bus or air passengers annually utilizing the temiinaL
There was no staff re ort.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Joe Rowan,Fort Collins resident,spoke in support of the appropriation for the airport as part of
the overall transportation strategy supported by the Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce.
Mike Fassi,a major with the Colorado Civil Air Patrol,shared the air patrol is one of the entities
that will be kicked out of the hangars currently at the airport.He noted their largest customer is
FEMA and they will no longer have a place for their aircraft to support their emergency response
ability.He requested Council take a step back and consider how to do right by the entities that
have been supporting the airport for the last 30 years.
COUNCIL DISCUSSION
Councilmember Ohlson noted he voted no on this item and still is not in support of this
appropriation.He asked about the necessity for discussing the demolition of the hangars in
executive session.City Manager DiMartino noted she would be able to pull up that information.
Mayor Pro Tem Francis asked Airport Director Jason Licon about the article in the Coloradoan
referenced by a speaker tonight about the hangars.Licon noted the buildings were built on
property subject to long term land leases that have subsequently expired.The subject properties
are part of areas that have been identified in the Airports master plans that have been approved
by the City for other uses.It was noted the financial impact to the airport is the loss of $175,000
in revenue from the lease of those parcels.
City Manager DiMartino shared in follow up the two items identified for an executive session
justification included discussing leases as well as to obtain legal advice.
Councilmember Pignataro asked for clarification about whether the termination of the leases is
separate from this appropriation.Licon confirmed that it is.
Councilmember Gutowsky asked about the plan to reconstruct new hangars in the future.Licon
noted the involved cities have not historically provided funding for building and constructing
hangars.That funding has come through the private sector.Currently,there are two construction
projects building new hangars at the airport.
Mayor Arndt asked if there is a plan for the future of the Civil Air Patrol.Licon noted the current
structures are not structurally sound and there is not yet a plan for addressing this issue.Mayor
Arndt expressed concern for that service going away.She also asked about the 2018 Strategic
Plan and what the plan is for 2023 and beyond.Licon provided details about the master plan the
airport relies on for planning purposes,while noting the Strategic Plan for 2023 does include these
topics.Regarding the $175,000 revenue annually that will be missing,the structures were found
unsustainable since first reading and now we are investing heavily in a non-revenue source.We
need a new building there,whether it’s a terminal or a transit hub and leveraging federal dollars
is a good idea.She asked if O&M costs are included in ongoing budgeting.Licon indicated they
are part of that planning.The revenue source for that includes the Landline Company currently
using the terminal building.The airport does receive a per passenger fee from the service.Mayor
Arndt shared concerns about the sunk costs of testing a remote control tower.The local system
has been driven by the FAA,with all funding coming from the state or the FAA.She noted
questions about viability of aftracting a carrier by a tower if the remote tower is not certified.Licon
indicated they are working on getting the FAA’s changing requirements met.In response to a
question of whether there is funding for demolition of the hangars,Licon indicated options are
being explored for the demolition including potential reuse of the materials.
Ohlson asked for clarification on the cities providing free hangar space for the Civil Air Patrol and
how that worked when the private sector had ownership of hangars.Licon noted the hangar that
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has been used by the Civil Air Patrol was the oldest of the hangars and has been owned by the
cities for some time,providing free space for the Civil Air Patrol since at least 2008 according to
records.
Mayor Pro Tern Francis stated she will not be able to support this item given her concerns about
not seeing desired outcomes,including the inclusion of a transit hub.There are too many
concerns about the airport being able to become the hub desired.
Mayor Arndt noted she will be supporting tonight’s action but does want to see some of the
concerns she has brought up tonight addressed going forward,as well as reconsidering the
governance structure.
Councilmember Peel stated she sees what the airport can be but believes it is not functioning well
right now.She stated she would support the current appropriation but wants to see a change to
the governance structure and will not support any additional funding without a better strategic plan
as well.
Councilmember Gutowsky asked again to clarify the funding for the terminal is separate from the
other issues raised tonight.That was confirmed.She did state she would support this action
tonight.
Councilmember Pignataro noted her agreement with the statements of Councilmember Peel and
Mayor Arndt.
Councilrnernber Canonico noted she would be supporting this appropriation with the same
caveats mentioned by others.
Councilmember Pignataro moved,seconded by Councilmember Peel,to adopt on second
reading Ordinance No.031,2023.
The motion carried 5-2.
Ayes:Mayor Arndt and Councilmembers Gutowsky,Pignataro,Canonico,and Peel.
Nays:Mayor Pro rem Francis and Councilmember Ohison.
Clerk’s Note:Mayor Arndt called for a 15-minute break at 9:55 p.m.The meeting resumed at 10:10
p.m.
12.Appeal of Planning and Zoning Commission Approval of 636 Castle Ridge Court Group
Home Project Development PlanIFinal Development Plan.
The purpose of this quasi-judicial item is to consider an appeal of the Planning and Zoning
Commission’s decision on December 15,2022,approving the Castle Ridge Group Home
combined Project Development Plan/Final Development Plan (#FDP220013 or “FDP”)located at
636 Castle Ridge Court.Two Notices of Appeal were filed,the first on December 21,2022,and
second on December 28,2022,alleging that the Planning and Zoning Commission failed to
properly interpret and apply relevant provisions of the Land Use Code and failed to conduct a fair
hearing.
City Attorney Carrie Daggett provided a brief overview of the process for this hearing.
STAFF EXPLANATION
Paul Sizemore,CDNS Director,presented a staff overview as set forth in the slide deck in the
agenda packet.
CONFLICTS
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No Councilmembers disclosed any potential conflict of interest issues or other possible reasons
for recusal.
SITE VISITS
Councilmember Gutowsky noted she attended the site visit to gain a better understanding of the
spatial areas involved.
Councilmember Peel also attended the visit and was able to look at the street and driveway,
including how the house is positioned on the street.
PARTIES PRESENT
Parties present included:
•Appellants:Dr.Steve Sunderman;Mr.Kurt Johnson representing the other 11 appellants
•Opposed to the appeal:Michelle Pinkowski,attorney for the applicants
TIME ALLOCATIONS
Mayor Arndt announced the following time allocations:
•20 minutes total for Dr.Sunderman in support of that appeal
•20 minutes total for Mr.Johnson’s group in support of that appeal.
•40 minutes total for the applicant and any other parties-in-interest opposed to the appeal.
•10 minutes for rebuttal for each appeal and any parties-in-interest supporting the appeals.
•10 minutes total for rebuttal for the applicant and any other parties-in-interest opposed to the
appeal.
PROCEDURAL ISSUES
Issue 1:Michelle Pinkowski brought up an issue relating to the site visit and the need to offer new
evidence regarding a coordinated effort on the part of neighbors to manufacture parking issues on
the street.
City Attorney Daggett noted the information provided is the new evidence that is being offered,
and Council may wish to ask if the appellants object to this new evidence being offered and also
whether this information is relevant to the consideration of the provisions of the Land Use Code.
Harmon Zuckerman,attorney representing Kurt Johnson,offered an objection to the introduction
of new evidence.
Mayor Arndt ruled the new evidence would not be permitted.
Issue 2:Pinkowski objected to any argument that is beyond the scope of this appeal as outlined
in the Land Use Code,including whether there are 8 or 10 residents in the group home.Arguing
against the reasonable accommodation procedures calls into question a separate process.
Issue 3:Any argument group homes should not be allowed at all should be stricken as this is an
allowed use in this zoning district.The Land Use Code has already determined this is an allowed
use and the scope of the Planning and Zoning Commission is to set conditions.
Item 4:Mr.Johnson’s written statement submitted after his notice of appeal.The grounds under
which he filed the appeal do not allow for submission of new evidence and therefore no further
written statements should have been allowed.
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PRESENTATIONS
Appeal I
Dr.Steve Sunderman presented the first appeal of the 636 Castle Ridge project.He spoke to the
reasons set forth for the appeal,noting the use of the property enriches one homeowner at the
expense of all other property owners on the street and speaking to concerns about traffic and
parking on the narrow private street.A video was shown that was displayed during the Planning
and Zoning Commission hearing demonstrating the street layout with vehicles parked on both
sides.He spoke to the plans for the development established in 1995 that are now being violated,
including provisions of the HOA.He spoke to concerns about falsehoods in the applications filed
by the applicants.He continued speaking to the violations identified in the notice of appeal,
including broken promises from City staff on process issues and how he has been silenced by City
staff repeatedly through this process.Also presented was information about the limitations on
donated time for speaking at the Planning and Zoning Commission.A video clip from the Planning
and Zoning Commission hearing about the denial of the use of donated time.
Appeal 2
Kurt Johnson began the presentation in support of the second appeal on the matter,presenting
as set forth in the presentation in the record.Mr.Johnson outlined the parameters of the appeal,
the issues at hand relating to the Planning and Zoning Commission failing to apply conditions
appropriate to the project,how the code was applied and requested Council apply conditions and
implement a staged approach to the optimal number of residents.
Tracey Stefanon,642 Castle Ridge,continued the presentation,showing an overview of the area.
Harmon Zuckerman continued the presentation,noting the municipal code does allow the Council
to apply conditions at the time of considering an appeal.He provided information about the desired
conditions being requested in this appeal.
Johnson then resumed the presentation,continuing discussion of proposed conditions.
Applicant
Michelle Pinkowski presented on behalf of the applicant.Prior to beginning the presentation as
set forth in the slide deck in the record,Pinkowski addressed the arguments made by Dr
Sunderman about several matters,including regarding the conduct of a fair hearing.She noted
the first claim was not actually a fair hearing issue.On the second claim,what was brought up
was the actions of City staff but not the commission which is what is at subject here.All of Dr.
Sunderman’s evidence was presented and he was allowed 18 minutes to present at the hearing,
of which he only used 12 minutes.Regarding the third claim made,she stated Dr.Sundemian
made substantially gross and misleading statements.She also addressed perceived falsities
shared about Eric Schulte and his status as a medical doctor.He has completed medical school
and through his own choice is not practicing medicine.She noted no evidence has been provided
that the parking information provided is false or misleading.Dr.Sunderman spoke at community
meetings as well.All emails are provided.His position has been well stated multiple times.There
is no evidence in the record that there was a failure to conduct a fair hearing because the
Commission was biased.
Pinkowski then introduced the applicant team present and began presenting as set forth in the
slide deck in the record.She noted the presentation is focused on the people who are being served
by the project.Under CRS 24-3-101,the applicants are and can care for two residents now.She
also spoke to the Fair Housing Act and how it defines protected class and how it extends to cover
the applicants in this situation.
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REBUTTALS
Appeal I
Dr.Sunderman spoke regarding comments about working with and helping people with
disabilities,implying the neighbors in this neighborhood are not willing to make room for this type
of home.He spoke to the prior property owners which included residents with disabilities that the
neighborhood supported and provided assistance.In this instance,the property owners are using
people with disabilities for their own benefit and profit.
He also spoke of how the home is ideal for disabled people,which is accurate,but only to the
extent it is for 1-2 people and not 10 people.Regarding parking issues,there are 17 other
neighbors who act like normal neighbors and who may have parties or other events,but not
constantly.The rest of the neighborhood lives under the same rules that are being abused by this
home based on the disability status of residents.He stated it is obvious there are certain City staff
members who are just trying to push this through.
Appeal 2
Harmon Zuckerman stated he has collegial respect for the applicant’s attorney.He offered a
rebuttal to the point the code makes a predetermination of compatibility.He stated what the code
says is they go through a process and P&Z can apply conditions to ensure the group home meets
all the requirements.The appellants have provided suggested conditions to assist the Council in
making decisions.
Kurt Johnson noted the appeal is based on land use,not the residents of the property.He also
noted if all statements made by the applicant’s representative are accurate then meeting the
suggested conditions should not be an issue.He also noted concerns the elevation shown with
landscaping is not accurate.It is a large home at 6,400 square feet but you have to subtract the
unfinished basement.There is only a single egress in and out on the street,which is different from
other group homes in the city.The argument about the number of residents being a financial issue
does not appear accurate as it has been raised previously and overcome.
Tracey Stefanon offered comments related to the statement from the Poudre Fire Authority (PFA).
When the PFA came,they recommended striping one entire side of the street prohibiting parking.
Ms.Pinkowski then sent a letter that it was highly unlikely there would be parking on both sides of
the street so PEA only required striping along the fire hydrant.They are grossly understating the
amount of traffic and visitors,providing the example of her own family and the number of children
who visit regularly for extended visits.
Barbara Schwerin spoke as a party in interest as a neighbor who received notice.She stated
concerns with zoning and the fact this neighborhood is not zoned for a profit business.
Applicant
On the financial side,Mr.Johnson is correct,there was a financial argument made under two
different scenarios.Many homes this size only have one caregiver during the day.When asking
for more residents that meant more staff.When P&Z denied the application the first time,they
looked at what could be changed.The ratio of caregivers to residents must be 5-1.Everything has
gone up in prices.That ratio is needed to make it work financially,which included shifting from 3
caregivers to 2 caregivers now.Also,we had to take out the affordability element when going
down to 10 residents.
With respect to visiting,they are seeing the time for visits and the number of visitors is lower.
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In conclusion,the applicant’s representative requested that Council please not overturn the hard
work of the Planning &Zoning Commission and of the staff just based on fear and speculation,
noting staff was meticulous in applying the code.
COUNCIL QUESTIONS
Councilmember Pignataro asked staff to explain how PFA comes up with its recommendations
that were referred to in the rebuttal.Is it a normal procedure for PEA to take the word of an
applicant to change its determination?Kai Kleer stated PEA applied International Fire Code to
make its determination.They looked to mitigate potential safety impacts by recommending striping
along the fire hydrant for an existing condition that cannot be mitigated to current standards.
For the applicant,Pignataro asked about the conditions one of the appellants is requesting and
that it appears the applicants are willing to meet all conditions except limiting deliveries to certain
hours Tuesday through Thursday.The applicant would agree to that but over five weekdays
instead.Another condition requests deliveries only occur in the driveway or garage,which the
applicant is willing to attempt but cannot guarantee and is also concerned about equal standards.
The proposed condition to limit parking only in front of the house may be an issue if someone else
has parked in the front of the home already.They are willing to educate families and employees
to ensure parking is aligned with these expectations as much as possible.It is not possible to
guarantee the actions of others.Three residential trash receptacles is acceptable but they should
also have a recycling receptacle.On the fifth condition for all loading to occur in the driveway,they
are fine with that.On the sixth requirement for providing five parking spaces,that is not possible
without the reconfiguration the neighbors do not support.On condition seven,she supports no van
or bus permanent parking.
Councilmember Gutowsky asked staff to clarify the appellant’s concern about being silenced and
also the decision being predetermined.CDNS Director Sizemore spoke to the context that may
have contributed to the reasons Dr.Sunderman felt silenced.The first instance was because
pooled time can only be used if the time donated is from another in person attendee.Regarding
the sense the decision was predetermined,when staff was attempting to broker an additional
meeting between the applicants and Dr.Sunderman,it did not come together which may contribute
to why he felt that staff was siding with the applicant.Dr.Sunderman also responded,indicating
he was silenced when there was a remote meeting and the moderator stopped his comments
saying they would get to them later but then could not.Kai Kleer admitted Dr.Sunderman got cut
off and was not allowed to speak.The promise for another didn’t happen.Chair Katz
communicated multiple times before that meeting with Em and Kai that he could have time donated
to him from several neighbors which was confirmed.Chair Katz did everything he could to keep
him from speaking.
Councilmember Peel asked about no high traffic vehicles.Pinkowski responded she was unclear
about that but did address the HOA covenants.These covenants do have an occupancy limit.The
HOA process was not part of the P&Z meeting and therefore is not part of the appeal,but for clarity
Pinkowski noted she made a reasonable accommodation request to the HOA as well and they did
agree to the increase to 10 residents.Peel asked how staff considers the traffic report on this type
of project.Sizemore indicated the report is compiled by a contractor hired by the applicant and
then reviewed by the City’s traffic staff.If necessary,City staff raises any objections to the data
provided.No such objection was noted in this instance.
Mayor Arndt asked about the PEA determination about the striping around the fire hydrant and if
it would apply to all 17 homes in the area.The determination to use the International Eire Code
and the fact it was an existing nonconformity is acceptable and would also be applicable to other
properties for maintaining access.This home has not been singled out as particularly problematic
for providing fire and emergency service.
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Councilmember Gutowsky asked if the original prohibition of businesses was overridden by the
Fair Housing Act.Pinkowski noted that is addressed in both the legislative history for the Fair
Housing Act and also when courts have interpreted the Act.Courts have said there is a business
because there needs to be a structure for providing the care,but this is a residential use.This is
where the residents live and make their home on an ongoing basis.
There being no further questions,Mayor Arndt closed the hearing at 12:49 am.to allow Council
discussion.
COUNCIL DISCUSSION
Mayor Arndt noted the purpose of the hearing is not deciding whether we do or do not like group
homes but a review of the decision of the Planning and Zoning Commission based on the Land
Use Code.
Councilmember Peel noted she did read all the materials and did watch the Commission hearing.
She stated it was interesting watching the Planning and Zoning Commission,where they got stuck
on the parking.After hearing the arguments and answers to Council’s questions,she finds they
did conduct a fair hearing and did correctly interpret the Land Use Code.
Councilmember Canonico stated agreement with Councilmember Peel.There was ample
evidence it was a fair hearing.
Mayor Arndt noted she also found the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a fair hearing.
On the issue of compatibility,she finds the Commission appropriately applied the Land Use Code
and placed appropriate conditions on the applicant and is reticent to place more restrictive
conditions.
Councilmember Gutowsky noted she does find the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted
a fair hearing.She stated support for the additional conditions proposed in the second appeal.
Mayor Pro Tem Francis stated she found the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a fair
hearing and does not see the need for additional conditions.
Mayor Pro Tern Francis moved,seconded by Councilmember Pignataro,to deny Appeal I
filed by Steve Sunderman.
The motion carried 7-0.
Mayor Pro Tern Francis moved,seconded by Councilmember Pignataro,to deny Appeal 2
filed by Steve Sunderman and Kurt Johnson et as’.
The motion carried 7-0.
Q)OTHER BUSINESS
A.Possible consideration of the initiation of new ordinances andlor resolutions by
Councilmembers.
(Three or more individual Councilmembers may direct the City Manager and City Attorney to
initiate and move forward with development and preparation of resolutions and ordinances not
originating from the Council’s Policy Agenda or initiated by staff)
None.
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R)ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Council,the meeting was adjourned at 12:58 am.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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