HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES-04/12/2011-SpecialApril 12, 2011
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO
Council -Manager Form of Government
Special Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
A special meeting of the Council of the City of Fort Collins was held on Tuesday, April 12, 2011,
at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City of Fort Collins City Hall. Roll call was answered
by the following Councilmembers: Hutchinson, Kottwitz, Manvel, Ohlson, Poppaw, Roy, and
Troxell.
Staff Members Present: Atteberry, Krajicek, Roy.
City Clerk Kraj icek administered the oaths of office for newly elected Mayor Karen Weitkunat and
Councilmembers Gerry Horak, Lisa Poppaw, and Wade Troxell.
The outgoing Councilmembers stepped down and the newly constituted Council was seated.
Mayor Weitkunat stated the Council would elect a Mayor Pro Tem to act as Mayor in the absence
or disability of the Mayor. It is traditional to choose the Mayor Pro Tem to represent the diversity
of the Council. Councilmember Manvel made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Poppaw, to
nominate Councilmember Ohlson as Mayor Pro Tem.
The vote on the motion was as follows: Yeas: Horak, Manvel, Ohlson, Poppaw, Troxell, Kottwtiz
and Weitkunat. Nays: None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Resolution 2011-032
Expressing Gratitude and Appreciation to David Roy for his Contributions
to the Community as a Councilmember. Adopted
Mayor Pro Tem Ohlson read Resolution 2011-032 in full, commending outgoing Councilmember
Roy.
Mayor Pro Tem Ohlson made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Manvel, to adopt Resolution
2011-032.
Cheryl Distaso, Center for Justice, Peace, and Environment, thanked Mr. Roy for his responsiveness
and understanding as a Councilmember.
Gina Janett, 730 West Oak, thanked Mr. Roy for his support of the Mason Street Corridor project,
the Poudre River corridor, and public transit.
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Nancy York, 130 South Whitcomb, thanked Mr. Roy for his responsiveness and commended his
love of the City and environment.
Ann Wilsack, Fort Collins resident, thanked Mr. Roy for his service to the City and for being a voice
for the voiceless.
Thomas Edwards, Fort Collins Bicycle Coalition, thanked Mr. Roy for his service.
Mel Hilgenberg, 172 North College, thanked Mr. Roy for his service.
Councilmember Kottwitz commended Mr. Roy on his candor, open communication, and passion
for his positions.
Councilmember Manvel commended Mr. Roy's work ethic and level of caring for citizens. -
Councilmember Poppaw commended Mr. Roy on his passionate activism.
Councilmember Troxell thanked Mr. Roy for his service.
Mayor Pro Tern Ohlson thanked Mr. Roy for his service and character.
Councilmember Horak commended Mr. Roy for his service.
Mayor Weitkunat thanked Mr. Roy for his compassion, caring, and noble work.
The vote on the motion was as follows: Yeas: Horak, Manvel, Ohlson, Poppaw, Troxell, Kottwitz
and Weitkunat. Nays: None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Mr. Roy congratulated the newly elected Councilmembers and thanked City Manager Atteberry,
City Attorney Roy, former Mayor Hutchinson, his family, and the citizens of Fort Collins.
Resolution 2007-033
Expressing Gratitude and Appreciation to Doug Hutchinson
for his Contributions to the Community as Mayor, Adopted
Mayor Weitkunat read Resolution 2011-033 in full, commending outgoing Mayor Hutchinson.
Mayor Weitkunat made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Troxell, to adopt Resolution 201 L_;
033.
Ross Cuniff, 2267 Clydesdale, commended Mr. Hutchinson for his ability to have rational
discussions regarding all topics.
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Bob Powell, 1709 Globe Court, thanked Mr. Hutchinson for his service, sensible approach to
budgeting, and for maintaining a strong sense of collaboration in a divergent Council.
Sue Pawlak, 4014 Mesa Verde Street, thanked Mr. Hutchinson for his friendship and service.
Robert Hau, 1109 Heatherwood Lane, commended Mr. Hutchinson for his service.
Nancy York, 130 South Whitcomb, thanked Mr. Hutchinson for his service and wished him the best
in the future.
Mel Hilgenberg, 172 North College, thanked Mr. Hutchinson for his service.
Ray Martinez, 4121 Stoneridge Court, congratulated Mr. Hutchinson on his years of service.
Councilmember Kottwitz thanked, Mr. Hutchinson for his leadership, guidance, encouragement,
sensibility and civility.
Councilmember Manvel thanked Mr. Hutchinson for his extraordinary collaboration ability,
budgeting talent, and balanced vision.
Councilmember Poppaw thanked Mr. Hutchinson for his service to the community and collaboration
ability.
Councilmember Troxell thanked Mr. Hutchinson for his service to the community and focus on
economic health. '
Mayor Pro Tern Ohlson thanked Mr. Hutchinson for his friendship, service to the community and
integrity.
Mayor Weitkunat thanked Mr. Hutchinson for his outstanding contributions as Mayor.
The vote on the motion was as follows: Yeas: Horak, Manvel, Ohlson, Poppaw, Troxell, Kottwitz
and Weitkunat. Nays: None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Mr. Hutchinson thanked his family members for their support during his tenure as Mayor. He stated
Council had accomplished great things in the last 6 years, including creating a more transparent,
government, and placing a greater emphasis on economic health. He thanked staff, City Manager
Atteberry and Council for its collaborative work.
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Other Business
Councilmember Horak asked about scheduling appointments to Boards and Commissions. Mayor
Weitkunat replied the next Council meeting will be April 19, 2011, at which time two positions will
be considered.
City Manager Atteberry replied the Council retreat has historically been the time at which liaison
positions are discussed. That schedule can be changed at Council's direction. The Leadership Team
discussed postponing all appointments until after the retreat.
Councilmember Horak stated he would like liaison appointments to occur prior to mid -May. City
Manager Atteberry replied he would discuss the issue with the Leadership Team to determine if the
appointments should be scheduled earlier.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:00 p.m.
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