City Council Record of Votes - 2025

5. Approval of the Agenda

Result: Passed

Yes: Alge, Ayala, Byrd, Kulmann, Martinez, Morris, Russell, Salazar

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Acunto

7. Presentations:

A. A resolution conveying the City Council’s gratitude and appreciation to Joyce Hunt on her retirement from the City.

Result: Passed

Yes: Alge, Ayala, Byrd, Kulmann, Martinez, Morris, Russell, Salazar

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Acunto

9. Public Hearings:

A. A public hearing concerning a resolution authorizing the submission of the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for the 2024 Community Development Block Grant Program Year.

Result: Passed

Yes: Alge, Ayala, Byrd, Kulmann, Martinez, Morris, Russell, Salazar

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Acunto

12. Consent Calendar:

Result: Passed

Yes: Alge, Ayala, Byrd, Kulmann, Martinez, Morris, Russell, Salazar

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Acunto

The following Council documents were approved on the Consent Calendar. 

A. A motion to approve the Minutes for the December 9, 2025 Special City Council meeting.

B. Monthly Financial Report for September 2025.

C. An ordinance amending City Council’s Rules of Order and Procedure. (Second Reading)

D. A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City and the Urban Drainage and Flood Control District d/b/a Mile High Flood District regarding funding a Strategic Foresight Initiative.

TDA - Approval of Agenda

Result: Passed

Yes: Alge, Ayala, Byrd, Kulmann, Martinez, Morris, Russell, Salazar

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Acunto

TDA - Approval of Minutes

Result: Passed

Yes: Alge, Ayala, Byrd, Kulmann, Martinez, Morris, Russell, Salazar

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Acunto

TDA - A resolution adopting the third amendment to the 2025 Budget for the Thornton Development Authority beginning January 1, 2025 and ending December 31, 2025, and appropriating the funds for expenditure in 2025.

Result: Passed

Yes: Alge, Ayala, Byrd, Kulmann, Martinez, Morris, Russell, Salazar

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Acunto

5. Approval of the Agenda as amended

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

7. Presentations:

A. A resolution reaffirming the City of Thornton’s commitment to a safe workplace and condemning sexual harassment by elected officials.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12. Consent Calendar:

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

The following Council document(s) were approved on the Consent Calendar: 

A. A motion to approve the Minutes for the October 28, 2025 Special and Regular City Council meetings.

14. Presentations and Remarks

A. A resolution recognizing Councilmember Jessica Sandgren for her leadership and contributions as a Ward 2 Councilmember for the City of Thornton.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

B. A resolution recognizing Councilmember Tony Unrein for his leadership and contributions as a Ward 3 Councilmember for the City of Thornton.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

C. A resolution recognizing Councilmember Karen Bigelow for her leadership and contributions as a Ward 4 Councilmember for the City of Thornton.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

15. Administration of Oaths of Office to City Councilmembers by the Honorable Judge Tiffany Sorice.

1. Ward 1 (4 year) – Cherish Salazar

2. Ward 2 (4 year) – John Alge

3. Ward 3 (4 year) – Devin Byrd

4. Ward 4 (4 year) – Drew Morris

A. Election of Mayor Pro Tem by written ballot.

Motion to suspend Robert’s Rules of Order regarding the nominating of a single person and nominate all the Councilmembers for the position of Mayor Pro Tem. 

Yes: Acunto, Alge, Ayala, Byrd, Kulmann, Martinez, Morris, Russell

No: Salazar

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Election of the Mayor Pro Tem by written ballot.

Result: Roberta Ayala

Roberta Ayala – 6

Justin Martinez – 1

Chris Russell – 1

Cherish Salazar – 1

Motion to approve the agenda as presented.
Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: –

A resolution declaring November 2025 as National Native American Heritage Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.
Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: –

A resolution commending Patrick Pacheco for his service on the Local Licensing Authority.
Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: –

Motion to approve the Consent Calendar as presented, including the following items:

• A motion to approve the Minutes for the October 7, 2025 Special and October 14, 2025 Special and Regular City Council meetings.
• Monthly Financial Report for August 2025.
• An ordinance approving the Annexation of approximately five acres of land situated in the northeast quarter of Section 28, Township 1 South, Range 67 West of the sixth Principal Meridian, County of Adams, State of Colorado, generally located southwest of the intersection of Meadowlark Parkway and Yosemite Street at 13251 Yosemite Street and assigning the annexed property to Ward 3 (Timberleaf Estates Annexation). (Second Reading)
• An ordinance approving a Zoning Amendment for approximately five acres of land generally located southwest of the intersection of Meadowlark Parkway and Yosemite Street at 13251 Yosemite Street (Timberleaf Estates Annexation). (Second Reading)
• An ordinance amending the City’s oil and gas regulations set forth in Chapter 18, Article V to provide regulations for oil and gas facilities. (Second Reading)
• An ordinance enacting Section 10-181 and amending certain other sections of the City Code pertaining to prohibit graywater treatment works. (Second Reading)
• An ordinance adopting the third amendment to the 2025 Budget amending section one of Ordinance 3710, making appropriations for the City of Thornton, Colorado for the fiscal year 2025 for all funds except that appropriations for certain individual projects shall not lapse at year end but continue until the project is completed or canceled. (Second Reading)
• An ordinance amending City Council’s Rules of Order and Procedure. (First Reading)
• A resolution authorizing a Non-Exclusive Right-of-Way Use Agreement between the City of Thornton and LightGig Communications ND, LLC.
• A resolution approving the Second Amendment to the Intergovernmental Agreement between North Metro Fire Rescue District and the City regarding training center use.
• A resolution designating an individual and alternate to cast votes on behalf of the City at the National League of Cities annual business meeting.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: –

A resolution approving an agreement for a Development Incentive between the City and KIOSK Information Systems.
Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained:  –

Not Present: –

A resolution approving an agreement for a Development Incentive between the City of Thornton and Thorncreek Properties LLC.
Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: –

A resolution appointing directors to the Board of Directors of the Westwood Metropolitan District.
Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: –

TDA - Motion to approve the agenda as presented.
Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: –

TDA - Motion to approve the agenda as presented.
Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: –

TDA - A resolution approving an Infrastructure Reimbursement Agreement between the Thornton Development Authority and Confluent Development LLC.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: –

TDA - A resolution adopting the second amendment to the 2025 Budget for the Thornton Development Authority beginning January 1, 2025 and ending December 31, 2025, and appropriating the funds for expenditure in 2025.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: –

TDA - A resolution authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement for the transfer of real property by and between the Thornton Development Authority and Adams 12 Five Star Schools.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: –

Motion to approve the agenda as amended.
Result: Passed

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

A resolution commending Beckie Bean for her service on the Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council, Inc. Board of Directors.
Result: Passed

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

A resolution commending Jacque Phillips for her service on the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment.
Result: Passed

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

A resolution declaring October 2025 as National Arts and Humanities Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.
Result: Passed

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

A resolution declaring October 2025 as Domestic Violence Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.
Result: Passed

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

An ordinance approving the annexation of approximately five acres of land generally located southwest of the intersection of Meadowlark Parkway and Yosemite Street at 13251 Yosemite Street and assigning the annexed property to Ward 3 (Timberleaf Estates Annexation).
Result: Passed on first reading

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

A resolution adopting certain Findings of Fact for the annexation of approximately five acres of land located southwest of Meadowlark Parkway and Yosemite Street (Timberleaf Estates Annexation).
Result: Passed

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

An ordinance approving a Zoning Amendment for approximately five acres of land located southwest of Meadowlark Parkway and Yosemite Street (Timberleaf Estates Annexation).
Result: Passed on first reading

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

A resolution approving a Conceptual Site Plan for approximately five acres of land located southwest of Meadowlark Parkway and Yosemite Street (Timberleaf Estates Annexation).
Result: Passed

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

An ordinance amending the City’s oil and gas regulations set forth in Chapter 18, Article V, to provide regulations for oil and gas facilities and to amend Section 18-441(B) to require a new operator to report within 30 days.
Result: Passed on first reading

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

Motion to approve the Consent Calendar as presented, including the following items:

• A motion to approve the Minutes for the September 23, 2025 Regular City Council meeting.
• An ordinance making appropriations for the City of Thornton, Colorado, for the fiscal year 2026 for all operating funds and making appropriations for all capital improvement projects for the City of Thornton, Colorado, for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026, and ending December 31, 2026, and continuing for each project until that project is completed or cancelled, and regulating the payment of money out of the City treasury.
• An ordinance providing for the tax levy upon all taxable property in the City for municipal purposes.
• An ordinance amending Section 38-972 of the Thornton City Code for the purpose of revising the regulations for sexual offenders and to provide residency restrictions for individuals determined to be sexually violent predators pursuant to State law.
• A resolution designating a plan for the purposes of the Municipal Annexation Act regarding land in Adams and Weld Counties.
• A resolution establishing that the City of Thornton does not intend to adopt an ordinance or resolution in accordance with the requirements of House Bill 24-1173 pertaining to electric vehicle charging development and will continue to utilize the City’s existing standards and permitting review process for electric vehicle charger permit applications
• A resolution changing the time for the December 2, 2025 Regular City Council meeting to 6:00 p.m.
• A resolution adopting the 2026 City Council Meeting Schedule for the City and changing the dates for certain regular City Council meetings.
• A resolution appointing a member to the Local Licensing Authority.

Result: Passed

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

A resolution adopting the 2025–2029 Strategic Plan for the City of Thornton.
Result: Passed

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

A resolution approving the Revival and Extension of and First Amendment to the existing Development Incentive Agreement between the City and BRC BIG CO JV I LLC.
Result: Passed

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

An ordinance enacting Section 10-181 and amending certain other sections of the City Code pertaining to prohibit graywater treatment works.
Result: Passed on first reading

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

An ordinance adopting the third amendment to the 2025 Budget amending Section One of Ordinance 3710, making appropriations for the City of Thornton, Colorado, for the fiscal year 2025.
Result: Passed on first reading

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

TDA – Motion to approve the agenda.
Result: Passed

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

TDA – Motion to approve the Minutes.
Result: Passed

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

TDA – A resolution adopting the first amendment to the 2025 Budget for the Thornton Development Authority beginning January 1, 2025 and ending December 31, 2025, and appropriating the funds for expenditure in 2025.
Result: Passed

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: –

Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann

5. Approval of the Agenda as Amended

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

7A. A resolution supporting Adams 12 Five Star Schools' proposed mill levy override.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

7C. A resolution declaring September 15 through October 15, 2025, as Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

7D. A resolution declaring October 5 through October 11, 2025, as National Fire Prevention Week.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

7E. A resolution of the City Council of the City of Thornton, Colorado, condemning recent acts of political violence against public figures and expressing support for peaceful political discourse.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

9A. A public hearing concerning a resolution approving a Conceptual Site Plan in the Community Retail zone district for the construction of an assisted living facility generally located south of East 120th Avenue between Claude Court and York Street (Yorktowne A1 B1 L2B – Assisted Living Facility). [Public Hearing]

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Unrein

9B. A public hearing concerning a resolution approving the Service Plan for the Mile High One Metropolitan District and an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City and the Mile High One Metropolitan District regarding the Service Plan for the District. [Public Hearing]

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

9C. A public hearing concerning a resolution adopting a Pay Plan for Career Service employees of the City, for the calendar year 2026. [Public Hearing]

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

9D(1). A resolution adopting a budget for the City of Thornton, Colorado, for the period beginning January 1, 2026, and ending December 31, 2026. [Public Hearing]

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

9D(2). A resolution adopting a Pay Plan for Excluded employees of the City, for the calendar year 2026. [Related Action Item]

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

9D(3). An ordinance making appropriations for the City of Thornton, Colorado, for the fiscal year 2026 for all operating funds and making appropriations for all capital improvement projects for the City of Thornton, Colorado, for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026, and ending December 31, 2026, and continuing for each project until that project is completed or cancelled, and regulating the payment of money out of the City treasury. [Related Action Item]

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

9D(4). An ordinance providing for the tax levy upon all taxable property in the City for municipal purposes. [Related Action Item]

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12A. A motion to approve the Minutes for the September 9, 2025 Regular City Council meeting.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12B. Monthly Financial Report for July 2025.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12C. An ordinance repealing Ordinance 3712 and reenacting a new ordinance prescribing stormwater rates and charges for the operation and maintenance of the stormwater system for the City of Thornton, Colorado. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12D. An ordinance repealing Ordinance 3713 and reenacting an ordinance revising and prescribing sewer rates and charges and solid waste charges for the City of Thornton, Colorado. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12E. An ordinance repealing Ordinance 3714 and reenacting an ordinance revising and prescribing water rates and charges for the operation and maintenance of the water system for the City of Thornton, Colorado. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12F. A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement among Adams County, through the Adams County Sheriff’s Office; Adams County Department of Human Services; Adams County Health Department; and the cities of Brighton, Commerce City, Northglenn, Thornton, and Westminster; and the Youth Resource and Assessment Center for the provision and funding of the Youth Resource and Assessment Services.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12G. A resolution approving the 2026 Operating Plan and Budget for the RII-DII Business Improvement District.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12H. A resolution appointing a member to the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

13A. An ordinance amending Section 38-972 of the Thornton City Code for the purpose of revising the regulations for sexual offenders and to provide residency restrictions for individuals determined to be sexually violent predators pursuant to State law. (First Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

13B. A resolution supporting four ballot questions that City Council has referred to the voters at the November 4, 2025, regular municipal election regarding term limits, filling mayoral vacancies, timeframes to collect signatures on initiative and referendum petitions, and non-substantive Charter revisions.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

TASHCO – Approval of Agenda

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

TASHCO – Approval of Minutes

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

TASHCO – 5A. A resolution adopting a budget for the Thornton Arts, Sciences, and Humanities Council, Inc. beginning January 1, 2026, and ending December 31, 2026.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

TDA – Approval of Agenda

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

TDA – Approval of Minutes

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

TDA – 5A. A resolution adopting a budget for the Thornton Development Authority beginning January 1, 2026, and ending December 31, 2026, and appropriating the funds for expenditure in 2026.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

GID – Approval of Agenda

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

GID – Approval of Minutes

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

GID – 8A. A resolution adopting a budget for the City of Thornton 136th Avenue General Improvement District beginning January 1, 2026, and ending December 31, 2026, and appropriating the funds for expenditure in 2026.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

GID – 8B. A resolution providing for the tax levy upon all taxable property in the 136th Avenue General Improvement District of the City of Thornton, Colorado, for the purpose of financing interchange construction.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

E911 – Approval of Agenda

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

E911 – Approval of Minutes

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

E911 – 7A. A resolution adopting the 2026 Budget for the City of Thornton Emergency Telephone Service Authority beginning January 1, 2026, and ending December 31, 2026, and appropriating the funds for expenditure in 2026.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

5. Approval of the Agenda as amended

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow

7A. A resolution declaring the week of September 17 through September 23, 2025 as Constitution Week in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow

7B. A resolution declaring September 15 through October 15, 2025, as Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: No vote recorded

Yes: —

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

7C. A resolution declaring the week of September 7 – 13, 2025, as National Suicide Prevention Week and the month of September as National Suicide Prevention Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow

7D. A resolution recognizing the third week of September 2025 as National Co-Responder Appreciation Week in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow

9A(1). An ordinance approving a Zoning Amendment, including an Overall Development Plan and Planned Development Standards, for approximately 4.6 acres of land generally located north of East 128th Avenue between Claude Court and Lafayette Street at 1551 East 128th Avenue (1551 East 128th Avenue – Maiker Housing). [Public Hearing]

Result: Failed

Yes: Ayala, Martinez, Russell, Salazar

No: Acunto, Kulmann, Unrein

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow, Sandgren

12A. A motion to approve the Minutes for the August 19, 2025 Special and August 26, 2025 Special and Regular City Council meetings.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow

12B. An ordinance adopting the second amendment to the 2025 Budget amending section one of Ordinance 3710, making appropriations for the City of Thornton, Colorado for the fiscal year 2025 for all funds except that appropriations for certain individual projects shall not lapse at year end but continue until the project is completed or canceled. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow

12C. A resolution acknowledging receipt of the Timberleaf Estates Annexation Petition and establishing October 14, 2025, as the date for consideration of the requested annexation of the property located at 13251 Yosemite Street into the City (Timberleaf Estates Annexation).

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow

12D. A resolution approving settlements with opioid manufacturers and distributors and authorizing the City Manager or her designee to execute related settlement documents.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow

12E. A resolution approving Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement Regarding the Upper Poudre Watershed Source Water Protection Plan by and among the Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District; the cities of Fort Collins, Greeley, and Thornton; and Soldier Canyon Water Treatment Authority dated March 13, 2024 to extend the term by one year.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow

13A. An ordinance repealing Ordinance 3712 and reenacting a new ordinance prescribing stormwater rates and charges for the operation and maintenance of the stormwater system for the City of Thornton, Colorado. (First Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow

13B. An ordinance repealing Ordinance 3713 and reenacting an ordinance revising and prescribing sewer rates and charges and solid waste charges for the City of Thornton, Colorado. (First Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow

13C. An ordinance repealing Ordinance 3714 and reenacting an ordinance revising and prescribing water rates and charges for the operation and maintenance of the water system for the City of Thornton, Colorado. (First Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow

5. Approval of the Agenda as amended

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

7A. A resolution commending Jessica Jessen for her service on the Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

7B. A resolution commending Anna Sparks for her service on the Development Permits and Appeals Board and Planning Commission and Board of Adjustments.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

7C. A resolution recognizing the Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council, Inc. Board of Directors for Dino Fest.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

7D. A resolution declaring August 2025 as National Immunization Awareness Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

7E. A resolution declaring August 26, 2025 as Women’s Equality Day in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

9A. A public hearing concerning a resolution accepting and authorizing the City of Thornton to participate in the Denver Regional Counsel of Governments Regional Housing Needs Assessment.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12A. A motion to approve the Minutes for the August 12, 2025 Special and Regular City Council meetings.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12B. An ordinance submitting to the registered electors of the City of Thornton, Colorado, proposed amendments to certain sections of the Thornton City Charter to eliminate superfluous, obsolete, outdated, and ambiguous language; clarify the applicability of anti-nepotism provisions; clarify authority related to intergovernmental agreements and revocable permits; clarify provisions related to budget procedures and control; correct grammar and citations; conform to changes in the law; and make other non-substantive revisions. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12C. An ordinance approving a Zoning Amendment to amend the previously approved Planned Development for the Parterre Subdivision, allowing the private recreation center within Planning Area 1A to be relocated south of E-470 pursuant to Chapter 18 of the Thornton City Code (Parterre Subdivision Amendment No. 1). (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12D. An ordinance amending City Code Chapter 2, Article VI, to update provisions relating to elections. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12E. An ordinance amending the City Code to update references and terminology related to the reenactment of Chapter 18, and to relocate blighted property rehabilitation regulations formerly in Chapter 18 to Chapter 38, Article X. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12F. An ordinance amending Ordinances 3712, 3713, and 3714 revising definitions and updating certain other references as required by changes to the Thornton City Code Chapter 18 Development Code repeal and reenactment. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12G. A resolution ratifying and approving a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City and Fraternal Order of Police Thornton Lodge 16.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12H. A resolution authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Thornton, Colorado and Adams 12 Five Star Schools, Adams County, Colorado, for a joint School Resource Officer Program.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12I. A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Advanced Metering Infrastructure Master License Agreement between the City of Thornton and Adams County, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12J. A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Thornton and Adams County, Colorado, to provide for final engineering, environmental design, and right-of-way for the widening of 104th Avenue.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12K. A resolution approving an In-Kind Sponsorship Agreement between the City of Thornton and the Thornton Area Chamber of Commerce.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

13B. An ordinance adopting the second amendment to the 2025 Budget amending section one of Ordinance 3710, making appropriations for the City of Thornton, Colorado for the fiscal year 2025 for all funds except that appropriations for certain individual projects shall not lapse at year end but continue until the project is completed or canceled. (First Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 5. Approval of the Agenda

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 7A. A resolution conveying the City Council’s gratitude and appreciation to Lori Hight on her retirement from the City.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 9A. A public hearing concerning an ordinance amending certain sections of the Thornton City Code regarding stormwater and floodplain regulations and adopting by reference the Mile High Flood District Urban Storm Drainage Criteria Manual and other flood hazard area studies and reports.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 9B. A public hearing concerning an ordinance approving a Zoning Amendment to amend the previously approved Planned Development for the Parterre Subdivision, allowing the private recreation center within Planning Area 1A to be relocated south of E—470 pursuant to Chapter 18 of the Thornton City Code (Parterre Subdivision Amendment No. 1).

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 12A. A motion to approve the Minutes for the July 15, 2025 Special and July 22, 2025 Regular City Council meetings.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 12B. An ordinance submitting to the registered electors of the City of Thornton, Colorado, proposed amendments to Section 4.3 of the Thornton City Charter to provide that a partial term of office of less than two years served by a Councilmember or Mayor does not count as a term in office for purposes of term limits provided in the Colorado Constitution. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 12C. An ordinance submitting to the registered electors of the City of Thornton, Colorado, proposed amendments to Section 4.5.A of the Thornton City Charter to fill Mayoral vacancies by special election when more than one year of the term remains. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 12D. An ordinance submitting to the registered electors of the City of Thornton, Colorado, proposed amendments to Sections 8.13(a) and 8.16(a) of the Thornton City Charter to increase timeframes to gather signatures on initiative and referendum petitions. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 12F. An ordinance amending City Code Chapter 2, Article VI, to update provisions relating to elections.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 12G. Report of the independent auditors for the year ended December 31, 2024.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 12H. A resolution adopting the 2025 Water Efficiency Plan for the City of Thornton.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 12I. A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Adams County Clerk and Recorder and the City providing for the November 4, 2025 Thornton Regular Municipal Election to be held as part of the coordinated mail ballot election to be conducted by the Adams County Clerk and Recorder.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 12J. A resolution approving a non—profit funding request from Romito Foundation.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 12K. A resolution appointing a member to the Local Licensing Authority.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 13A. An ordinance repealing and reenacting Chapter 18 of the Thornton City Code, adopting a new Official Zoning Map for the City, and repealing Ordinance 2399. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Ayala, Sandgren

Item 13B. An ordinance amending the City Code to update references and terminology related to the reenactment of Chapter 18, and to relocate blighted property rehabilitation regulations formerly in Chapter 18 to Chapter 38, Article X.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 13C. An ordinance amending Ordinances 3712, 3713, and 3714 revising definitions and updating certain other references as required by changes to the Thornton City Code Chapter 18 Development Code repeal and reenactment.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 13D. A resolution repealing Resolution C.D. No. 2024—227 and Attachments as amended and enacting a new resolution and Attachments 1 through 13 effective September 1, 2025.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 13E. A motion to amend the ordinance by restoring the deleted language in section 5.9(b) that states, “and shall be responsible solely to the Council.”

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Yes: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Sandgren

Item 5. Approval of the Agenda

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 7A. A resolution declaring May 2025 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 7B. A resolution declaring May 2025 as Jewish Heritage Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 7C. A resolution declaring May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 7D. A resolution recognizing May 18-24, 2025 as National Public Works Week in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 7E. A resolution recognizing May 26, 2025 as Memorial Day in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 7F. A resolution recognizing and honoring the 2025 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 8A. A public hearing concerning an ordinance amending Thornton City Code Section 2-55 pertaining to adoption of Codes by reference and Section 10-34 to clarify that City employees may not serve on the Building Code Advisory Board; repealing and reenacting various sections in Article IV to adopt by reference, with local amendments thereto, the 2024 Editions of the International Building Code, International Plumbing Code, International Mechanical Code, International Fuel Gas Code, International Residential Code, International Energy Conservation Code, International Existing Building Code, International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, and the 2023 Edition of the National Electrical Code; and repealing and reenacting Sections 10-160 and 10-161 of the Thornton City Code to adopt by reference the 2024 International Fire Code and local amendments thereto. [Public Hearing]

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 12A. A motion to approve the Minutes for the April 15, 2025 Special; April 22, 2025 Regular; and April 29, 2025 Special City Council meetings.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 12B. An ordinance adopting the first amendment to the 2025 Budget amending section one of Ordinance 3710, making appropriations for the City of Thornton, Colorado for the fiscal year 2025 for all funds except that appropriations for certain individual projects shall not lapse at year end but continue until the project is completed or canceled. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 12C. A resolution reappointing Josh Redman to the Metro Water Recovery Board of Directors.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 12D. A resolution approving a Memorandum of Understanding between the Colorado Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Prevention and Control, and the City of Thornton pre-qualifying the City for public school construction, building plan review, and inspection.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 12E. A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Thornton and Northern Integrated Supply Project, Water Activity Enterprise documenting the City’s commitment to grant easements on Thornton farm property.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 12F. A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City and the State of Colorado for the use of excess personal property for law enforcement purposes.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 12G. A resolution approving a sponsorship request from Generational Opportunities.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 13A. An ordinance establishing a City Council Code of Conduct. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 13B. A resolution superseding Council Documents 90-071, 92-078, 97-019, 2001-136, and 2014-106 and adopting the revised City of Thornton Mission, Vision, and Value Statements.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Item 13C. A resolution concerning the Thornton Development Authority and its Tax Increment Revenue Refunding Bonds (East 144th Avenue and I-25 project), Series 2025, and declaring the City Council’s non-binding intent to appropriate funds to replenish the reserve fund securing such bonds, if necessary; and authorizing the City to enter into a Fourth Amendment to the East 144th Avenue and I-25 Urban Renewal Area Cooperation Agreement in connection with the issuance of the bonds.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

TDA - Approval of Agenda

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

TDA - Approval of Minutes

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

TDA - 5A. A resolution authorizing, approving, and directing the issuance, sale, and delivery of the Thornton Development Authority Tax Increment Revenue Refunding Bonds (East 144th Avenue and I-25 Project), Series 2025; approving documents in connection therewith; and ratifying prior actions.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Approval of the Agenda

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Unrein

A resolution conveying the City Council’s gratitude and appreciation to Shane Brownell on his retirement from the City.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Unrein

A resolution of the City Council of the City of Thornton, Colorado, supporting home rule municipalities in litigation against the State and asserting home rule authority over local land use and zoning.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Unrein

A motion to approve the Minutes for the June 10, 2025 Regular City Council meeting.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Unrein

An ordinance vacating a portion of Eastlake Avenue and Claude Court rights-of-way, located east of Lafayette Street and west of Claude Court. (First Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Unrein

A resolution authorizing the assignment of the City’s 2025 Private Activity Bond Allocation to Related Affordable, LLC pursuant to the Colorado Private Activity Bond Ceiling Allocation Act.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Unrein

A resolution authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City and Stargate Charter School for a joint School Resource Officer Program.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Unrein

A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the State of Colorado Department of Revenue and the City for commercial driver’s license testing.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Unrein

A resolution adopting the City of Thornton, Colorado, Post Employment Health Plan and approving the Trust, Plan Document, and Administrative Services Agreement with Nationwide Retirement Solutions, Inc. for recordkeeping and other administrative services for the City of Thornton, Colorado, Post Employment Health Plan.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Unrein

A resolution approving a Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the International Association of Firefighters Local 2376 concerning the Post Employment Health Plan.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Unrein

A resolution approving the Second Amendment to the Administrative Services Agreement for the 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans and 401(a) Defined Contribution Plans of the City with Nationwide Retirement Solutions, Inc.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Unrein

A resolution designating the “Snydal Residence” located at 12545 Second Street as a local historic landmark.

Result: Failed

Yes: Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Sandgren

No: Acunto, Bigelow, Russell, Salazar, Unrein

Abstained: —

Not Present: Unrein

A resolution consenting to the dissolution of the Lambertson Lakes Metropolitan District.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Unrein

A resolution authorizing the use of the administrative review process for Confluent Development at 144th Avenue and Washington Street, pursuant to Section 18-58 of the Thornton City Code.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Unrein

An ordinance amending City Council’s Rules of Order and Procedure to move the Audience Participation portion of the Agenda before Public Hearings.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein

No: Kulmann, Salazar

Abstained: —

Not Present: Unrein

Approval of the Agenda

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

A resolution declaring June 2025 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

A resolution declaring July 2025 as National Parks and Recreation Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

A resolution declaring July 2, 2025 as National Wildland Firefighter Day in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

A resolution condemning the antisemitic attack on participants of the Run for Their Lives Walk in Boulder and denouncing antisemitism in all its forms.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

A motion to approve the Minutes for the May 27, 2025 Special and Regular City Council meetings.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Monthly Financial Report for April 2025.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

An ordinance approving an amendment to an Overall Development Plan/Conceptual Site Plan and Planned Development Standards to allow 174 townhome units for the Eastcreek Farm Development Planning Area 3, which is generally located at the northeast corner of the intersection of East 152nd Avenue and York Street (Eastcreek Farm). (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

A resolution appointing Jason O’Shea to the Metro Water Recovery Board of Directors for the term ending June 30, 2026.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

A resolution authorizing a Non-Exclusive Right-of-Way Use Agreement between the City of Thornton and Metro Fibernet, LLC.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between Boulder County and the City of Thornton regarding the Thornton Local Match Funding for CO 7 Transit Service: Boulder to Brighton.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

A resolution designating an individual and alternate to cast votes on behalf of the City at the Colorado Municipal League annual business meeting.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

A resolution appointing a member to the Parks and Open Space Advisory Commission.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Motion to direct staff to bring forth an ordinance on first reading to amend City Council's Policy on Rules of Order and Procedure to move the audience participation portion of the agenda up in the order of business to an agenda item immediately after presentations. Alternative motion to make public comment first then public hearings second.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein

No: Kulmann, Salazar

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

Approval of the Agenda as amended

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

A resolution conveying the City Council's gratitude and appreciation to James 'Jim' Kaiser on his retirement from the City.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

A request from TASHCO authorizing the City of Thornton to fly The Intersex-Inclusive Progress Pride Flag for the month of June 2025.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

A resolution declaring June 19, 2025 as Juneteenth in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

A resolution declaring June 2025 as Gun Violence Awareness Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

A public hearing concerning an ordinance approving an amendment to an Overall Development Plan/Conceptual Site Plan and Planned Development Standards to allow 174 townhome units for the Eastcreek Farm Development Planning Area 3, which is generally located at the northeast corner of the intersection of East 152nd Avenue and York Street (Eastcreek Farm).

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Kulmann

A motion to approve the Minutes for the May 6, 2025 Special and May 13, 2025 Special and Regular City Council meetings.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

A resolution authorizing the distribution of the 2025 Thornton Assistance Funds to nonprofit organizations that help Thornton residents meet their basic needs and enhance their ability to be self-sufficient.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

5. Approval of the Agenda

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

7A. A resolution declaring May 2025 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

7B. A resolution declaring May 2025 as Jewish Heritage Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

7C. A resolution declaring May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

7D. A resolution recognizing May 18–24, 2025 as National Public Works Week in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

7E. A resolution recognizing May 26, 2025 as Memorial Day in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

7F. A resolution recognizing and honoring the 2025 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

8A. A public hearing concerning an ordinance amending Thornton City Code Section 2-55 pertaining to adoption of Codes by reference and Section 10-34 to clarify that City employees may not serve on the Building Code Advisory Board; repealing and reenacting various sections in Article IV to adopt by reference, with local amendments thereto, the 2024 Editions of the International Building Code, International Plumbing Code, International Mechanical Code, International Fuel Gas Code, International Residential Code, International Energy Conservation Code, International Existing Building Code, International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, and the 2023 Edition of the National Electrical Code; and repealing and reenacting Sections 10-160 and 10-161 of the Thornton City Code to adopt by reference the 2024 International Fire Code and local amendments thereto. [Public Hearing]

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12A. A motion to approve the Minutes for the April 15, 2025 Special; April 22, 2025 Regular; and April 29, 2025 Special City Council meetings.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12B. An ordinance adopting the first amendment to the 2025 Budget amending section one of Ordinance 3710, making appropriations for the City of Thornton, Colorado for the fiscal year 2025 for all funds except that appropriations for certain individual projects shall not lapse at year end but continue until the project is completed or canceled. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12C. A resolution reappointing Josh Redman to the Metro Water Recovery Board of Directors.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12D. A resolution approving a Memorandum of Understanding between the Colorado Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Prevention and Control, and the City of Thornton pre-qualifying the City for public school construction, building plan review, and inspection.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12E. A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Thornton and Northern Integrated Supply Project, Water Activity Enterprise documenting the City’s commitment to grant easements on Thornton farm property.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12F. A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City and the State of Colorado for the use of excess personal property for law enforcement purposes.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

12G. A resolution approving a sponsorship request from Generational Opportunities.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

13A. An ordinance establishing a City Council Code of Conduct. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

13B. A resolution superseding Council Documents 90-071, 92-078, 97-019, 2001-136, and 2014-106 and adopting the revised City of Thornton Mission, Vision, and Value Statements.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

13C. A resolution concerning the Thornton Development Authority and its Tax Increment Revenue Refunding Bonds... authorizing the City to enter into a Fourth Amendment to the East 144th Avenue and I-25 Urban Renewal Area Cooperation Agreement.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

TDA - Approval of Agenda

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

TDA - Approval of Minutes

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

TDA - 5A. A resolution authorizing, approving, and directing the issuance, sale, and delivery of the Thornton Development Authority Tax Increment Revenue Refunding Bonds (East 144th Avenue and I-25 Project), Series 2025; approving documents in connection therewith; and ratifying prior actions.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren, Unrein

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: —

5. Approval of the Agenda

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow, Unrein

7A. A resolution recognizing May 9, 2025 as Child Care Provider Appreciation Day in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow, Unrein

12A. A motion to approve the Minutes for the April 8, 2025 Regular City Council meeting.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow, Unrein

12B. Monthly Financial Report for February 2025.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow, Unrein

12C. A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the E-470 Public Highway Authority and the City of Thornton regarding the Washington Street Overpass Expansion.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow, Unrein

12D. A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Thornton and the City and County of Broomfield for the Interim Mobility Hub Pedestrian Railing Project.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow, Unrein

12E. A resolution authorizing the grant of a perpetual drainage easement for storm sewer and an outfall over City property located on the west side of Big Dry Creek within the Thorncreek Golf Course property, generally located southwest of the East 136th Avenue and Washington Street intersection.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow, Unrein

12F. A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Colorado Department of Transportation for the Colorado Boulevard Bike Facility from 88th to E-470 Project.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow, Unrein

13A. An ordinance amending Thornton City Code Section 2-55 pertaining to adoption of Codes by reference and Section 10-34... (First Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow, Unrein

13B. An ordinance adopting the first amendment to the 2025 Budget... (First Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow, Unrein

13C(1). Motion to amend item 4B, specifically how to censor a councilmember, from majority to two-thirds vote of the members present.

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Russell, Sandgren

No: Martinez, Salazar

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow, Unrein

13C(2). An ordinance, as amended, establishing a City Council Code of Conduct. (First Reading)

Result: Passed

Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Salazar, Sandgren

No: —

Abstained: —

Not Present: Bigelow, Unrein

Approval of the Agenda

Vote Result: Passed

Yes: Bigelow, Mayor Pro Tem, Ward 4, Russell, Councilmember, Ward 4, Acunto, Councilmember, Ward 3, Unrein, Councilmember, Ward 3, Kulmann, Mayor, Sandgren, Councilmember, Ward 2, Ayala, Councilmember, Ward 2, Salazar, Councilmember, Ward 1, Martinez, Councilmember, Ward 1

No: —

Abstain: —

Absent: —

A resolution recognizing April 2025 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Vote Result: Passed

Yes: Bigelow, Mayor Pro Tem, Ward 4, Russell, Councilmember, Ward 4, Acunto, Councilmember, Ward 3, Unrein, Councilmember, Ward 3, Kulmann, Mayor, Sandgren, Councilmember, Ward 2, Ayala, Councilmember, Ward 2, Salazar, Councilmember, Ward 1, Martinez, Councilmember, Ward 1

No: —

Abstain: —

Absent: —

A resolution recognizing the week of April 6-12, 2025 as National Crime Victims' Rights Week in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Vote Result: Passed

Yes: Bigelow, Mayor Pro Tem, Ward 4, Russell, Councilmember, Ward 4, Acunto, Councilmember, Ward 3, Unrein, Councilmember, Ward 3, Kulmann, Mayor, Sandgren, Councilmember, Ward 2, Ayala, Councilmember, Ward 2, Salazar, Councilmember, Ward 1, Martinez, Councilmember, Ward 1

No: —

Abstain: —

Absent: —

A resolution declaring April 2025 as Arab American Heritage Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Vote Result: Passed

Yes: Bigelow, Mayor Pro Tem, Ward 4, Russell, Councilmember, Ward 4, Acunto, Councilmember, Ward 3, Unrein, Councilmember, Ward 3, Kulmann, Mayor, Sandgren, Councilmember, Ward 2, Ayala, Councilmember, Ward 2, Salazar, Councilmember, Ward 1, Martinez, Councilmember, Ward 1

No: —

Abstain: —

Absent: —

A resolution declaring April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Vote Result: Passed

Yes: Bigelow, Mayor Pro Tem, Ward 4, Russell, Councilmember, Ward 4, Acunto, Councilmember, Ward 3, Unrein, Councilmember, Ward 3, Kulmann, Mayor, Sandgren, Councilmember, Ward 2, Ayala, Councilmember, Ward 2, Salazar, Councilmember, Ward 1, Martinez, Councilmember, Ward 1

No: —

Abstain: —

Absent: —

A resolution recognizing April 22, 2025 as Earth Day in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Vote Result: Passed

Yes: Bigelow, Mayor Pro Tem, Ward 4, Russell, Councilmember, Ward 4, Acunto, Councilmember, Ward 3, Unrein, Councilmember, Ward 3, Kulmann, Mayor, Sandgren, Councilmember, Ward 2, Ayala, Councilmember, Ward 2, Salazar, Councilmember, Ward 1, Martinez, Councilmember, Ward 1

No: —

Abstain: —

Absent: —

A public hearing concerning a resolution acknowledging Council’s acceptance of the major changes proposed to the City’s Development Standards as set forth in five new proposed Chapter 18 articles.

Vote Result: Passed

Yes: Russell, Councilmember, Ward 4, Acunto, Councilmember, Ward 3, Unrein, Councilmember, Ward 3, Kulmann, Mayor, Sandgren, Councilmember, Ward 2, Ayala, Councilmember, Ward 2

No: Bigelow, Mayor Pro Tem, Ward 4, Salazar, Councilmember, Ward 1, Martinez, Councilmember, Ward 1

Abstain: —

Absent: —

Motion that the Council Code of Conduct language, exactly as written in Attachment C of Item 13E from the December 3, 2024 Council Meeting, be added to the April 22, 2025 Council Meeting Agenda as an ordinance for consideration.

Vote Result: Passed

Yes: Bigelow, Mayor Pro Tem, Ward 4, Russell, Councilmember, Ward 4, Sandgren, Councilmember, Ward 2, Ayala, Councilmember, Ward 2, Salazar, Councilmember, Ward 1, Martinez, Councilmember, Ward 1

No: Acunto, Councilmember, Ward 3, Unrein, Councilmember, Ward 3, Kulmann, Mayor

Abstain: —

Absent: —

A motion to approve the Minutes for the March 18, 2025 Regular City Council meeting.

Vote Result: Passed

Yes: Bigelow, Mayor Pro Tem, Ward 4, Russell, Councilmember, Ward 4, Acunto, Councilmember, Ward 3, Unrein, Councilmember, Ward 3, Kulmann, Mayor, Sandgren, Councilmember, Ward 2, Ayala, Councilmember, Ward 2, Salazar, Councilmember, Ward 1, Martinez, Councilmember, Ward 1

No: —

Abstain: —

Absent: —

A resolution expressing the intent of the City of Thornton to be reimbursed expenses relating to financing construction of the Thornton Water Project and improvements related to per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances mitigation.

Vote Result: Passed

Yes: Bigelow, Mayor Pro Tem, Ward 4, Russell, Councilmember, Ward 4, Acunto, Councilmember, Ward 3, Unrein, Councilmember, Ward 3, Kulmann, Mayor, Sandgren, Councilmember, Ward 2, Ayala, Councilmember, Ward 2, Salazar, Councilmember, Ward 1, Martinez, Councilmember, Ward 1

No: —

Abstain: —

Absent: —

A resolution approving six Youth Event Funding Requests and event sponsorship requests from Laradon, Rocky Mountain Partnership, and Growing Home.

Vote Result: Passed

Yes: Bigelow, Mayor Pro Tem, Ward 4, Russell, Councilmember, Ward 4, Acunto, Councilmember, Ward 3, Unrein, Councilmember, Ward 3, Kulmann, Mayor, Sandgren, Councilmember, Ward 2, Ayala, Councilmember, Ward 2, Salazar, Councilmember, Ward 1, Martinez, Councilmember, Ward 1

No: —

Abstain: —

Absent: —

Adjournment

Vote Result: Passed

Yes: Bigelow, Mayor Pro Tem, Ward 4, Russell, Councilmember, Ward 4, Acunto, Councilmember, Ward 3, Unrein, Councilmember, Ward 3, Kulmann, Mayor, Sandgren, Councilmember, Ward 2, Ayala, Councilmember, Ward 2, Salazar, Councilmember, Ward 1, Martinez, Councilmember, Ward 1

No: —

Abstain: —

Absent: —

Item: Approval of the Agenda as Amended

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: A resolution declaring the month of April 2025 as Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: A resolution declaring March 31, 2025 as Transgender Day of Visibility in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: Acunto
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: A motion to approve the Minutes for the February 25, 2025 Regular and March 4, 2025 Special City Council meetings.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: Monthly Financial Report for January 2025 – Preliminary.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: An ordinance approving the vacation of 1.095 acres of City of Thornton right-of-way generally located south of 110th Avenue and Holly Street (Riverdale Pointe Vacation). (Second Reading)

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: An ordinance amending City Council’s Rules of Order and Procedure to move the Public Hearings portion of the Agenda before Audience Participation. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: A resolution appointing a member to the Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board of Directors.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: A public hearing concerning a resolution approving a Conceptual Site Plan for the Village at Sunny Acres – Ambassador Building, which is generally located at the northeast corner of East 104th Avenue and York Street at 2513 E. 104th Avenue (Village at Sunny Acres Ambassador Apartments). [Public Hearing]

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: TASHCO - Approval of Agenda

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: TASHCO - Approval of Minutes

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: TASHCO - Adjournment

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: TDA - Approval of Agenda

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: TDA - Approval of Minutes

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: TDA - Adjournment

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: Approval of the Agenda

Result: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: Acunto

Item: A resolution recognizing the City of Thornton's 2024 Departmental Employees and Teams of the Year.

Result: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: Acunto

Item: A resolution declaring March 3, 2025 as World Hearing Day in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: Acunto

Item: A resolution recognizing March 2025 as Women's History Month and March 8, 2025 as International Women's Day in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: Acunto

Item: A motion to approve the Minutes for the February 4, 2025 Special, February 11, 2025 Special and Regular, and February 18, 2025 Special City Council meetings.

Result: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: Acunto

Item: An ordinance amending Sections 26-57, 26-176, 26-221, 26-226 through 26-228, 26-230, 26-256, and 26-293 of the Thornton City Code to increase purchasing limits established in the Purchasing Ordinance. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: Acunto

Item: An ordinance approving a Zoning Amendment with an Overall Development Plan and Planned Development Standards for approximately one acre of land generally located south of Milky Way and west of Huron Street at 900 Milky Way (Parkland Place Townhomes). (Second Reading)

Result: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: Acunto

Item: An ordinance approving the vacation of 1.095 acres of City of Thornton right-of-way generally located south of 110th Avenue and Holly Street (Riverdale Pointe Vacation). (First Reading)

Result: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: Acunto

Item: An ordinance amending City Council’s Rules of Order and Procedure to move the Public Hearings portion of the Agenda before Audience Participation. (First Reading)

Result: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: Acunto

Item: A resolution approving event sponsorship funding requests from A Precious Child, Almost Home, Inc., Court Appointed Special Advocates, Denver Regional Council of Governments, Early Childhood Partnership of Adams County, Food for Hope, Kids First Health Care, Ralston House, Rotary Club of Northglenn-Thornton, and Stout Street Foundation.

Result: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: Acunto

Item: A resolution repealing and replacing C.D. No. 2022-009 regarding the City’s regional and subregional transportation priorities.

Result: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: Acunto

Item: A resolution appointing Associate Judges for the Thornton Municipal Court for the period March 31, 2025, through March 31, 2027.

Result: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: Acunto

Item: A resolution authorizing the use of voting machines and electronic voting systems in regular and special municipal elections conducted by the City.

Result: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: Acunto

Item: A resolution approving an Economic Development Incentive Agreement between the City and KRF 470, LLC.

Result: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: Acunto

Item: Adjournment

Result: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: Acunto

Item: Approval of the Agenda

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Unrein
No: Sandgren
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: A resolution recognizing February 2025 as Black History Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Unrein
No: Sandgren
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: A motion approving the Minutes for the January 28, 2025 Regular City Council meeting.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Unrein
No: Sandgren
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: An ordinance amending Chapter 46 of the Thornton City Code relating to parks and recreation. (Second Reading)

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Unrein
No: Sandgren
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: An ordinance amending Sections 26-57, 26-176, 26-221, 26-226 through 26-228, 26-230, 26-256, and 26-293 of the Thornton City Code to increase purchasing limits established in the Purchasing Ordinance. (First Reading)

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Unrein
No: Sandgren
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement among Adams County; Colorado Legal Services; the cities of Westminster, Thornton, Federal Heights, Brighton, Commerce City, Aurora, and Northglenn; and the City and County of Broomfield regarding contributions toward continuation of a Landlord/Tenant Legal Services Program for 2025 and 2026.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Unrein
No: Sandgren
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: A resolution approving the restated Plan Document, Adoption Agreement, and other related documents with Nationwide Financial Services, Inc. to allow for participant loans from the City of Thornton 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Unrein
No: Sandgren
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: A resolution approving the First Amendment to the Intergovernmental Agreement between the City and Adams 12 Five Star Schools for provisions of Colorado Discharge Permit System Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System – Stormwater Phase II permit services.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Unrein
No: Sandgren
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: A resolution appointing a member to the Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board of Directors.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Unrein
No: Sandgren
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: A continued public hearing concerning a Conceptual Site Plan for land generally located south of East 152nd Parkway and east of Interstate 25 at 15165 Washington Street (15165 Washington Street – Interstate Innovation Center Annexation). [Public Hearing]

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Unrein
No: Russell, Sandgren
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: A resolution approving a Conceptual Site Plan for an industrial development on approximately 9.5 acres of land generally located south of East 152nd Parkway and east of Interstate 25 at 15165 Washington Street (15165 Washington Street - Interstate Innovation Center Annexation). [Public Hearing]

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Unrein
No: Russell, Sandgren
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: An ordinance approving the Annexation of approximately 9.9 acres of land situated in the northeast quarter of Section 15, Township 1 South, Range 68 West of the Sixth Principal Meridian, County of Adams, State of Colorado, generally located south of East 152nd Parkway and east of Interstate 25 at 15165 Washington Street and assigning the annexed property to Ward 4 (15165 Washington Street - Interstate Innovation Center Annexation). [Related Action Item]

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Unrein
No: Russell, Sandgren
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: An ordinance approving a Zoning Amendment for approximately 9.9 acres of land generally located south of East 152nd Parkway and east of Interstate 25 at 15165 Washington Street (15165 Washington Street - Interstate Innovation Center Annexation). [Related Action Item]

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Unrein
No: Russell, Sandgren
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: A public hearing concerning a Zoning Amendment with an Overall Development Plan and Planned Development Standards, and Conceptual Site Plan for a residential development on approximately one acre of land generally located south of Milky Way and west of Huron Street at 900 Milky Way (Parkland Place Townhomes). [Public Hearing]

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Unrein
No: Russell, Sandgren
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: An ordinance approving a Zoning Amendment with an Overall Development Plan and Planned Development Standards for approximately one acre of land generally located south of Milky Way and west of Huron Street at 900 Milky Way (Parkland Place Townhomes). [Public Hearing]

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Unrein
No: Russell, Sandgren
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: A resolution approving a Conceptual Site Plan for a residential development on approximately one acre of land generally located south of Milky Way and west of Huron Street at 900 Milky Way (Parkland Place Townhomes). [Public Hearing]

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Unrein
No: Russell, Sandgren
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item: Adjournment

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Unrein
No: Russell, Sandgren
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item 5. Approval of the Agenda

Vote: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto 

Item 7A. A resolution declaring January 27, 2025 as Holocaust Remembrance Day in the City of Thornton, Colorado.

Vote: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto 

Item 11A. A motion approving the Minutes of the January 14, 2025 Regular City Council meeting.

Vote: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto 

Item 11B. Monthly Financial Report for November 2024.

Vote: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto 

Item 12A. A public hearing concerning a resolution approving the Second Amendment to the Service Plan and Second Amendment to the Intergovernmental Agreement for the Willow Bend Metropolitan District. [Public Hearing]

Vote: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto 

Item 13A. An ordinance amending Chapter 46 of the Thornton City Code relating to parks and recreation. (First Reading)

Vote: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto 

Item 13B. A resolution appointing members to the Environmental Sustainability Task Force.

Vote: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto 

Adjournment

Vote: Passed
Yes: Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –

Not Present: Acunto 

Item 5. Approval of the Agenda as Amended

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Public Hearings

Item 12A. A continued public hearing concerning a Conceptual Site Plan, Annexation, and Zoning Amendment for land generally located south of East 152nd Parkway and east of Interstate 25 at 15165 Washington Street and assigning the annexed property to Ward 4 (15165 Washington Street – Interstate Innovation Center Annexation). [Public Hearing]

Motion: To continue the public hearing and related action items to February 11, 2025
Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

1. A resolution approving a Conceptual Site Plan for an industrial development on approximately 9.5 acres of land generally located south of East 152nd Parkway and east of Interstate 25 at 15165 Washington Street (15165 Washington Street – Interstate Innovation Center Annexation). [Public Hearing]
   Continued to February 11, 2025
2. An ordinance approving the Annexation of approximately 9.9 acres of land situated in the northeast quarter of Section 15, Township 1 South, Range 68 West of the Sixth Principal Meridian, County of Adams, State of Colorado, generally located south of East 152nd Parkway and east of Interstate 25 at 15165 Washington Street and assigning the annexed property to Ward 4 (15165 Washington Street – Interstate Innovation Center Annexation). [Related Action Item]
   Continued to February 11, 2025
3. An ordinance approving a Zoning Amendment for approximately 9.9 acres of land generally located south of East 152nd Parkway and east of Interstate 25 at 15165 Washington Street (15165 Washington Street – Interstate Innovation Center Annexation). [Related Action Item]
   Continued to February 11, 2025

Item 11A. A motion approving the Minutes of the December 10, 2024 Special and December 17, 2024 Regular City Council meetings.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item 11B. An ordinance amending the Planned Development Standards and the Overall Development Plan/Conceptual Site Plan for the Bramming Farm commercial development, generally located on the southwest corner of East 128th Avenue and Hudson Street (Tract A, Bramming Farm Subdivision, Filing No. 3). (Second Reading)

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item 11C. A resolution appointing two members of City Council to serve as judges in the National Association of Industrial and Office Parks Rocky Mountain Real Estate Challenge.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item 11D. A resolution adopting and entering into the Trust Agreement for the Colorado Firefighter Heart, Cancer, and Behavioral Health Benefits Trust and taking other actions in connection therewith.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item 11E. A resolution designating City Hall as the public place, for the calendar year 2025, to post notices and agendas of regular, special, and other open meetings of the City Council, board, committee, commission, authority, and any other local public body of the City during exigent circumstances or in the event of an emergency that prevents the public from accessing notices online.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item 11F. A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Colorado Department of Transportation for the Big Dry Creek Trail Development Project.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item 11G. A resolution amending Council Policy 1.1 regarding appointment of City Council representatives to various boards and commissions for 2024 and 2025.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item 11H. A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City and the Colorado Department of Transportation for the Thornton Parkway Multiuse Path from I-25 to Grant Street.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Item 11I. A resolution appointing a member to the Parks and Open Space Advisory Commission.

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –

Adjournment

Result: Passed
Yes: Acunto, Ayala, Bigelow, Kulmann, Martinez, Russell, Sandgren, Unrein
No: –
Abstained: –
Not Present: –