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MEMORANDUM
DATE: October 21, 2019
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Delynn Coldiron, City Clerk
RE: Leadership Planning Team (LPT) Meeting
Mayor Wade Troxell, Mayor Pro Tem Kristin Stephens, City Manager Darin Atteberry (by phone), Deputy City
Manager Jeff Mihelich (by phone), Deputy City Manager Kelly DiMartino (by phone), Deputy City Attorney John
Duval and City Clerk Delynn Coldiron met on Monday, October 21, and the following summarizes the discussions
that began at 7:38 a.m.
October 22 Work Session
The October 22 agenda items were reviewed.
• City Park Improvements – Staff plans to present some historical context on this item, as well as
information on two possible master plans that have resulted from the charette and public engagement
work. Both master plans include the same a, b and c options. Staff will be seeking feedback from Council
on these items, including the future of the train.
• Harmony Corridor Plan Update – An alternative proposal has been received from a community
stakeholder group. Staff should be prepared to speak about this item.
October 24 Urban Renewal Authority Meeting
The October 24 agenda items were reviewed.
• There were no questions on agenda items.
• Councilmember Cunniff will be chairing the meeting.
November 5 Regular Meeting, General Improvement District No. 1 Meeting and Skyview South General
Improvement District No. 15 Meeting
The November 5 agenda items were reviewed.
• Annual Appropriation Ordinance – Confirmed that this item will be placed on the Consent Calendar.
• Water Related Fees for Greek Letter Organization Housing – This is a change to Code that would ensure
that this type of housing would have one meter that serves the entire property versus individual meters
for each room. Water conservation efforts and awareness were discussed.
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October 21, 2019
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• Replatting of the Lot where the City’s Foothills Activity Center is Located – This item approves two small
land conveyances that result in the Foothills Activity Center being located wholly on Lot 20. Currently,
small encroachments exist between the City’s, Macy’s and the developer’s properties.
• Hughes Rezoning – Emails continue to be received for this project. Staff will ensure they get included as
part of the record. Any items received after next Wednesday will be included in Council’s read-before
packet.
• Skyview South Asphalt Overlay Project – There was a question about the bus stop that is scheduled to be
added and whether it could be located at the corner where a sidewalk currently exists. Staff is asked to
follow up.
6-Month Planning Calendar:
• December 3
o 2020 Legislative Policy Agenda was added to the calendar.
• February 25
o Parks and Recreation Master Plan was added to the calendar.
Deputy City Manager Mihelich:
• Noted that Police and Transportation staff visited with the residents who came to Council to express
their concerns about the Lemay and Whaler’s Way intersection. A photo radar van was placed in the
area the day following Council’s meeting. Traffic Operations staff is planning to start a pedestrian study.
Council will be informed about recommended solutions.
Deputy City Manager DiMartino:
• Noted the Respectful Workplace training required for board members and asked whether this should be
required for those being reappointed prior to the date Council considers this item. This was confirmed.
An email will be sent informing boardmembers of this requirement.
City Manager Atteberry:
• Noted that he had a conversation with Kevin Bommer about National League of Cities (NLC)
Committees. Mayor Pro Tem Stephens submitted an application for a leadership role on the Human
Development Committee. For Councilmembers who may be interested in participating on any other
committees, information is attached.
Mayor Pro Tem Stephens:
• Appreciated the memo on Outreach Fort Collins efforts; things appear to be going well. She noted that
she is getting more questions about homeless activities on the south side of town and asked about
opportunities that might exist to help address this. Deputy City Manager Mihelich noted that this will be
discussed at an upcoming staff meeting and he will report back.
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On a related note, the Mayor stated that citizens are reporting RVs parking overnight in various
neighborhoods. Staff is aware of this and noted that code changes will be coming for Council
consideration soon that will help address this issue.
• Noted the trip to Washington D.C. went well. She and the Mayor appreciated having all
Councilmembers present. It was a great opportunity for new Councilmembers to get introduced and for
teambuilding. The City Manager added that the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem represented the City well in
their various efforts as part of these meetings.
City Manager Atteberry stated that plans are underway for Council and others to tour the homeless
programs implemented by Austin and San Antonio the Friday after the upcoming NLC meetings.
Mayor Troxell:
• Added his thanks for everyone’s participation in the Washington D.C. trip. While there, he participated
on a panel where next transportation systems and drones were discussed. He noted that Utah Senator
Mike Lee is sponsoring a new bill (DITZA) that allows for jurisdictions to have up to 200’ of airspace
under their control for drones in an effort to address privacy and other concerns. The Mayor also
participated as part of the Drone Advisory Committee.
• Asked about where things stand with Boxelder Sanitation District and noted that they are still pressing
for a meeting with Council. Allowing both staff teams to continue to work towards solutions has been
recommended. If ultimately a meeting with Council is agreed to, it will need to wait until after the PUD
discussion has occurred. Deputy City Manager Mihelich will follow up.
• Noted there is a Northern Colorado Regional Airport meeting today. Air carrier and remote tower
activities and concerns are expected to be addressed.
• Attended an event at Eastside Park where members of the First United Methodist Church are partnering
with the City to make improvements. Although the bulk of the project is expected to occur this spring,
they held a kick-off event over the weekend. The members expressed their gratitude for this
opportunity and for the City.
• Attended a gala at the First United Methodist Church celebrating their 150th year! Participants at this
event again expressed their appreciation for the City.
• Noted the update on residential wood burning; things are going well.
• Noted the information provided about the I-25 Heron Rookery Tree that fell. He appreciated the detail
and concern that went into this. It is expected that the herons will relocate to nearby natural areas.
• Noted that Jane Brautigam, the City of Boulder City Manager, has been selected as the new president of
ICMA. The official transition is scheduled for Wednesday, October 23.
Meeting adjourned at 8:48 a.m.
• Community and Economic Development (CED).
The Community and Economic Development Committee is responsible for developing policy positions and leading
NLC’s advocacy on issues involving housing, community and economic development, land use, recreation and parks,
historic preservation, and international competitiveness. In addition, the Committee leads efforts in support of federal
grant programs that support these activities, including the Community Development Block Grant program.
Contact: Michael Wallace, Program Director, Federal Advocacy, Wallace@nlc.org, 202-626-3025
• Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources (EENR).
The Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Committee is responsible for developing policy and leading NLC’s
advocacy on infrastructure and sustainability-related issues such as water infrastructure and water quality, air quality,
energy, climate change, solid and hazardous waste management, local food systems, and public lands. Most recently,
the committee has focused on issues pertaining to water infrastructure, such as financing mechanisms and
addressing community and residential affordability, and climate change mitigation, adaptation and community
resilience.
Contact: Carolyn Berndt, Program Director, Berndt@nlc.org, 202-626-3101
• Finance, Administration, and Intergovernmental Relations (FAIR)
The Finance, Administration and Intergovernmental Relations Committee is responsible for developing policy
positions and leading NLC’s advocacy on issues involving intergovernmental relations (including Federalism and
unfunded mandates), Census, municipal pensions, municipal bonds and capital finance, tax reform, antitrust issues,
civil rights, and labor relations. Most recently, the committee has focused on protecting the interests of cities in
federal tax reform efforts, including the tax exemption of municipal bonds, and advocating for local taxing authority on
online remote sales transactions.
Contact: Brian Egan, Principal Associate, Egan@nlc.org, 202-626-3107
• Human Development (HD)
The Human Development Committee is responsible for developing policy positions and leading NLC’s advocacy on
issues involving social services, children and learning, poverty and income support, employment and workforce
development, equal opportunity, education, Social Security and seniors, individuals with disabilities, public health
care, mental health parity, and immigration reform. Most recently, the Committee’s work has focused on workforce
investment strategies to support local economies, including career and technical education and investments in
training, advocating for comprehensive immigration reform including a legislative solution for Dreamers, and working
to ensure that federal resources to combat the opioid epidemic make it to the local level.
Contact: Stephanie Martinez-Ruckman, Program Director, Martinez-Ruckman@nlc.org, 202-626-3098
• Information Technology and Communications (ITC).
The Information Technology and Communications Committee is responsible for developing policy positions and
leading NLC’s advocacy on issues involving broadband access and affordability, net neutrality, cable TV, phone
services, spectrum issues, wireless facilities siting, smart cities, and cybersecurity. Most recently, the Committee’s
work has focused on defending against federal preemption of wireless facilities siting authority, closing the digital
divide, and broadband consumer protections for city residents.
Contact: Angelina Panettieri, Principal Associate, Panettieri@nlc.org, 202-626-3196
• Public Safety and Crime Prevention (PSCP).
The Public Safety and Crime Prevention Committee is responsible for developing policy positions and leading NLC’s
advocacy on issues involving crime prevention and law enforcement, corrections, substance abuse, municipal fire
policy, juvenile justice, disaster preparedness and relief, homeland security, domestic terrorism, court systems and
gun control.
Contact: Yucel (U-Jel) Ors, Program Director, Ors@nlc.org, 202-626-3124
• Transportation and Infrastructure Services (TIS).
The Transportation and Infrastructure Services (TIS) Committee is responsible for leading NLC’s policy development
and advocacy on transportation connectivity, including federal funding, safety and innovation in all modes of
transportation. The Committee’s policy development includes working subcommittees on roads and bridges, transit,
rail, aviation and ports as well as transportation technology. Through the Committee’s advocacy, NLC is a leading
voice on fixing the Highway Trust Fund, integrating drones into the national airspace with FAA, and the national
deployment of autonomous vehicles with USDOT, among many other smart city issues. To ensure local government
interests are reflected in national infrastructure decisions, the TIS committee seeks applicants from all states and
communities of all sizes who want to share their perspective on transportation, are willing to engage with their
Members of Congress throughout the year and set national policy positions.
Contact: Brittney Kohler, Program Director, Kohler@nlc.org, 202-626-3164