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Denver City Council (April 6, 2026) adopts multiple resolutions and ordinances; Gateway-Green Valley Ranch rezoning postponed to June 8, 2026

DenverApr 6, 20264 min read

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At the April 6, 2026 meeting in the Parr-Widener Room, Denver City Council approved a slate of resolutions and bills en bloc—authorizing purchases, contract amendments, leases, permits, reappointments, and budget actions—and postponed final action on a Gateway–Green Valley Ranch zoning bill to June 8, 2026.

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Approved minutes of March 31, 2026 and adopted proclamations recognizing April as Financial Literacy Month, the 100th anniversary of Wellshire Golf Course, and honoring George Washington High School Speech & Debate Team.
Approved Purchase Order with Wagner Equipment Co. for $730,205 for one asphalt paver (PO-00180809).
Approved Purchase Order with Insight Public Sector, Inc. for $1,821,500 for annual Amazon Web Services use (PO-00180881).
Approved lease with Denver Firefighters Museum, Inc. for $10 through 12/31/2030 for museum at 1326 Tremont (FINAN-202582575).
Amended City Council Rules of Procedure to require draft agreements be shared with council prior to committee hearings (Resolution 26-0329).
Approved multiple contract amendments: All American Records Management (+$800,000, new total $1,550,000); Chesapeake Systems (+$299,490, new total $640,572 and extended to 9/30/2029); Neon Forensics/Leon Kelly (+$1,000,000, new total $1,383,000).
Reappointed Keith Hayes and Jesse Ogas to the Caring for Denver Board through 4/1/2029.
Approved grant amendment reallocating $30,500 for WeeCycle infant formula and nutrition education (Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative).
Approved collective bargaining agreement with Fraternal Order of Police, Denver Sheriff Lodge 27 for 2026.
Approved Parks and infrastructure items including Merrick & Company contract extension for National Western Center Campus design (extended to 4/14/2027) and an amendatory lease with Denver Health adding $6,087,673.51 (new total $20,542,385.14) and extending term to 12/31/2035 for Medical Examiner facilities at 500 Quivas St.
Approved transportation and right-of-way actions including revocable permits for encroachments (AMFP V Fox Station LLC pedestrian bridges; garage encroachment at 2535 W 35th Ave) and Triunity owner’s representative amendment for East Colfax BRT (+$6,900,000, new total $24,700,000; extended to 9/30/2028).
Ordered published and scheduled public hearings for multiple zoning and land-use bills (including bills 26-0344, 26-0345, 26-0346) and various easement relinquishments; ordered published a budget ordinance to establish Denver Great Kids Head Start FY 2026–2027 funding (26-0366).
Placed upon final consideration and passed en bloc bills amending DRMC procurement filing requirements (26-0327) and amendments for South Platte River flood control funding (+$200,000 with Mile High Flood District) and easement relinquishments.
Held required public hearing on Council Bill 26-0176 (rezoning for 17600 E 56th Ave & 4991 N Telluride St); after public comment the Council postponed the bill to a date certain of June 8, 2026.

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Apr 6, 2026, 12:00 AMParr-Widener Room 1437 Bannock Street, Room 389scheduled

Agenda

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRESENTATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
PROCLAMATIONS
RESOLUTIONS
Finance and Business Committee
A resolution approving a proposed Purchase Order between the City and County of Denver and Wagner Equipment CO. for a one-time purchase of replacement of one asphalt paver, citywide. Approves a Purchase Order with Wagner Equipment CO for $730,205.00 for a one-time purchase of replacement of one asphalt paver, citywide (PO-00180809). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
A resolution approving a proposed Purchase Order between the City and County of Denver and Insight Public Sector, Inc., for the annual usage of Amazon Web Services (AWS) software, citywide. Approves a Purchase Order with Insight Public Sector, Inc. for $1,821,500.00 for the annual usage of Amazon Web Services (AWS) software, citywide. (PO-00180881). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
A resolution approving a proposed Lease Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Denver Firefighters Museum, Inc. for a firefighters' museum. Approves the Lease Agreement with Denver Firefighters Museum, Inc. for $10.00 through 12-31-2030 for a firefighters’ museum located at 1326 Tremont, Denver, CO 80204, in the Central Business District, in Council District 10 (FINAN-202582575). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
Governance and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
A resolution amending City Council's Rules of Procedure. Amends the City Council Rules of Procedure to require draft agreements be shared with council prior to being heard at committee. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-17-2026.
A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement between the City and County of Denver and All American Records Management, Inc. for continued Records Storage and Destruction services. Amends a contract with All American Records Management, Inc. to add $800,000.00 for a new total of $1,550,000.00 for continued Records Storage and Destruction services. No change to contract term, citywide (TECHS-202369046/TECHS-202683550-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Chesapeake Systems International LLC for continual use and support of the CatDV Acorn Digital Media Asset Management platform. Amends a contract with Chesapeake Systems International LLC to add $299,490.00 for a new total of $640,572.00 and to add three years for a new end date of 9-30-2029 for continual use and support of the CatDV Acorn Digital Media Asset Management platform, citywide (TECHS-202368337/TECHS-202683534-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
A resolution approving the City Council reappointment of Keith Hayes to the Caring for Denver Board. Approves the City Council reappointment of Keith Hayes to the Caring for Denver Board for a term effective immediately and expiring on 4-1-2029, or until a successor is duly appointed. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
A resolution approving the City Council reappointment of Jesse Ogas to the Caring for Denver Board. Approves the City Council reappointment of Jesse Ogas to the Caring for Denver Board for a term effective immediately and expiring on 4-1-2029, or until a successor is duly appointed. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
Health and Safety Committee
A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Leon Kelly for emergent forensic pathology services. No change to contract term, citywide. Amends a contract with Leon Kelly dba Neon Forensics, LLC to add $1,000,000.00 for a new total of $1,383,000.00 for emergent forensic pathology services. No change to contract term, citywide (ENVHL-202581264/ ENVHL-202683607-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement between the City and County of Denver and WeeCycle to provide infant formula and nutrition education to Denver resident youth and their families as funded by the Healthy Food for Denver's Kids Initiative, citywide. Amends a grant agreement with WeeCycle to amend Exhibit B reallocating $30,500.00 ($15,250.00/year) from Year 1 to Years 2 and 3 to provide infant formula and nutrition education to Denver resident youth and their families as funded by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, citywide (ENVHL-202580273/ENVHL-202683482-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
A resolution approving the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City and County of Denver and the Fraternal Order of Police, Denver Sheriff Lodge 27 for the year 2026. Approves the collective bargaining agreement between the City and County of Denver and the Fraternal Order of Police, Denver Sheriff Lodge 27 for the year 2026, citywide (SAFTY-202683725). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
Parks, Art, and Culture Committee
A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Public Service Company of Colorado to continue a non-exclusive sponsorship agreement. Amends a contract with Public Service Company of Colorado to add $386,363.00 for a new total of $600,413.00 and to add three years for a new end date of 3-31-2029 to continue a non-exclusive sponsorship agreement, Council District 10 and Mountain Parks (THTRS-202473245/THTRS-202582910-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
South Platte River Committee
A resolution approving a proposed Fourth Amendatory Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Merrick & Company for the continuation of design efforts at the National Western Center Campus to complete the horizontal infrastructure. Amends a contract with Merrick & Company to add a one year for a new end date of 4-14-2027 for the continuation of design efforts at the National Western Center Campus to complete the horizontal infrastructure. No change to contract capacity, in Council District 9 (OC-201840729/DOTI-202683765-04). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
A resolution granting a revocable permit to AMFP V Fox Station LLC, to encroach into the right-of-way at 3988 North Galapago Street, 3989 North Galapago Street, and 699 West 40th Avenue. Grants a revocable permit, subject to certain terms and conditions, to AMFP V Fox Station LLC, their successors and assigns, to encroach into the right-of-way with two (2) three-story pedestrian bridges that will connect buildings at 3988 North Galapago Street, 3989 North Galapago Street, and 699 West 40th Avenue, in Council District 9. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
A resolution approving a proposed Third Amendment to Lease Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Denver Health and Hospital Authority for autopsy, forensic science, evidence storage and office space for the Medical Examiner's Office at 500 Quivas Street, Denver, CO 80204, in the Baker Neighborhood, in Council District 7. Amends a Lease Agreement with Denver Health and Hospital Authority, to add $6,087,673.51 for a new total of $20,542,385.14 and adding 120 months for a new end date of 12-31-2035 for autopsy, forensic science, evidence storage and office space for the Medical Examiner’s Office at 500 Quivas Street, Denver, CO 80204, in the Baker Neighborhood, in Council District 7 (FINAN-201524424/FINAN-202683322-03). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
A resolution granting a revocable permit to Heidi Elizabeth Schroeder who acquired title as Elizabeth Heidi Kealey and Thomas J. Zingaro, to encroach into the right-of-way at 2535 West 35th Avenue. Grants a revocable permit, subject to certain terms and conditions, to Heidi Elizabeth Schroeder who acquired title as Elizabeth Heidi Kealey and Thomas J. Zingaro, their successors and assigns, to encroach into the right-of-way with an existing garage, encroaching into the alley at 2535 West 35th Avenue, in Council District 1. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendatory Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Triunity, Inc. for Owner's Representative professional services for the East Colfax BRT project. Amends a contract with Triunity, Inc. to add $6,900,000.00 a new total of $24,700,000.00 and to add 9 months for a new end date of 9-30-2028 for Owner's Representative professional services for the East Colfax BRT project, in Council Districts 5, 8, 9, 10 (DOTI-202265837/DOTI-202683395-02). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Community Planning and Housing Committee
A bill for an ordinance amending the Denver Zoning Code, concerning approval periods for site development plans. Amends The Denver Zoning Code to extend the period of validity for Site Development Plans. If ordered published, a public hearing will be held on Monday, 5-4-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 992 North Knox Court in Villa Park. Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-SU-D to E-MS-3, located at 992 North Knox Court, in Council District 3. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 1453 North Wabash Street in East Colfax. Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-TU-B to E-MS-3, located at 1453 North Wabash Street, in Council District 8. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
Finance and Business Committee
A bill for an ordinance authorizing expenditures in the General Government Special Revenue Fund based on a letter of intent from the United States of America to award funding to the City and County of Denver for the “Denver Great Kids Head Start FY 2026-2027” program. Establishes a budget based on a letter of intent to fund the Denver Great Kids Head Start Grant for the program period of July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
South Platte River Committee
A bill for an ordinance vacating a portion of South Delaware Street between Interstate 25 and West Kentucky Avenue, with reservations. Approves a request for an Ordinance to vacate a portion of South Delaware Street between Interstate 25 and West Kentucky Avenue, with reservations, in Council District 7. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-19-2025.
A bill for an ordinance relinquishing a portion of the utility easement reserved in Ordinance No. 1423, Series of 2021, recorded with the Denver Clerk & Recorder at Reception No. 2021231033, located near 748 South Cherokee Street. Approves an Ordinance to relinquish a portion of the utility easements established in Vacating Ordinance No. 1423, Series of 2021. Located at 748 South Cherokee Street, in Council District 7. The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-4-2026.
A bill for an ordinance relinquishing an easement, in its entirety, reserved in Ordinance No. 522, Series of 1982, recorded with the Denver Clerk & Recorder at Book 2661, Page 377, located at 748 South Cherokee Street. Approves an Ordinance to relinquish the easement established in Vacating Ordinance No. 522, Series of 1982 in its entirety. Located at 748 South Cherokee Street, in Council District 7. The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-4-2026.
A bill for an ordinance relinquishing an easement, in its entirety, reserved in the Permanent Non-Exclusive Easement, recorded with the Denver Clerk & Recorder at Reception No. 2022049162, located at 3875 Walnut Street. Relinquishes the easement in its entirety established in the Permanent Non-Exclusive Easement (PNEE) Reception No. 2022049162, located at 3875 Walnut Street, in Council District 9. The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
RECAP OF BILLS TO BE CALLED OUT
PRE-RECESS ANNOUNCEMENT
Council President Sandoval announced that tonight, there will be a required public hearing on Council Bill 26-0176, changing the zoning classification for 17600 East 56th Avenue and 4991 North Telluride Street in Gateway-Green Valley Ranch.
RECESS
COUNCIL RECONVENES AND RESUMES ITS REGULAR SESSION
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
PROCLAMATIONS
REQUIRED PUBLIC HEARINGS - BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Community Planning and Housing Committee
A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 17600 East 56th Avenue and 4991 North Telluride Street in Gateway-Green Valley Ranch. Approves a map amendment to rezone 17600 East 56th Avenue and 4991 North Telluride Street from C-MU-10 w/conditions and C-MU-30 w/waivers, UO-1 to S-MX-5 and S-MX-8, in Council District 11. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-24-2026. This item was postponed at the 4-6-2026 meeting until 6-8-2026.
A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 3601 North Monaco Street Parkway in Northeast Park Hill. Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-SU-Dx to E-TU-C, located at 3601 N Monaco Street Parkway, in Council District 8. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-3-2026.
A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2625 East 3rd Avenue in Cherry Creek. Approves a map amendment to rezone property from CCN with Conditions to C-CCN-4, located at 2625 East 3rd Avenue, in Council District 5. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-3-2026.
A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for multiple properties in Bear Valley, College View - South Platte, Harvey Park, Harvey Park South and Marston. Approves a map amendment to rezone multiple properties from PUD 580; PUD 94; PUD 364; PUD 234; PUD 418; PUD 632; PUD 311; PUD 252; B-2; B-2 w/waivers; B-3; B-3 w/waivers and conditions; B-4, UO-1, UO-2 w/waivers; B-4, UO-1, UO-2 w/waivers and conditions; S-CC-3; S-CC-3, UO-1, UO-2; S-MX-3; S-CC-3x; S-MX-3, UO-1, UO-2; S-MX-12; S-SU-D; I-MX-3 to S-MX-3A; S-MX-3A, UO-1, UO-2; S-MX-3A, UO-1; S-MX-12A; S-MX-3; S-MX-3, UO-1, UO-2; OS-A; and I-A in the Far Southwest Area Plan, in Council District 2. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-3-2026.
A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 4211 North Hooker Street in Berkeley. Approves a map amendment to rezone property from PUD-547 to U-SU-C, CO-6, located at 4211 North Hooker Street in Council District 1. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-10-2026.
PRE-ADJOURNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Council President Sandoval announced that on Monday, May 4, 2026, Council will hold a required public hearing on Council Bill 26-0344, amending the Denver Zoning Code, concerning approval periods for site development plans; a required public hearing on Council Bill 26-0345, changing the zoning classification for 992 North Knox Court in Villa Park; and a required public hearing on Council Bill 26-0346, changing the zoning classification for 1453 North Wabash Street in East Colfax. Any protests against Council Bills 26-0344, 26-0345, or 26-0346 must be filed with the Council Offices no later than noon on Monday, April 27, 2026.
ADJOURN
PENDING
A Proclamation Recognizing April as Financial Literacy Month
A Proclamation Recognizing the 100th Year Anniversary of Wellshire Golf Course
A Proclamation Honoring the George Washington High School Speech and Debate Team
FOR 4-13-2026
FOR 4-27-2026
A bill for an ordinance amending Chapter 13, article II of the DRMC to require that contracts, grants, and intergovernmental agreements be filed at the same time as the bill or resolution approving the agreement is filed. Amends Chapter 13, Article II of the Denver Revised Municipal Code to require that bills for ordinance or resolutions approving contracts, grants, and intergovernmental agreements be filed with the final contract. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-17-2026.
A bill for an ordinance relinquishing a portion of the utility easement reserved in Ordinance No. 850, Series of 1991, recorded with the Denver Clerk & Recorder at Reception No. 9200095495, located at 805 West 38th Avenue. Relinquishes a portion of the utility easement established in Vacating Ordinance No. 850, Series of 1991. Located at 805 West 38th Avenue, in Council District 9. The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-20-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-18-2026.
A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Fourth Amendatory Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Urban Drainage and Flood Control District, for construction of the drainage and flood control improvements for South Platte River. No change to the contract terms, citywide. Amends the contract with Urban Drainage and Flood Control District d/b/a Mile High Flood District to add $200,000.00 for a new total of $8,205,000.00 in Mile High Flood District funds for construction of the drainage and flood control improvements for South Platte River. No change to the contract terms, citywide (PARKS-202160713/PARKS-202683374-04). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-20-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-18-2026.
Governance and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
South Platte River Committee
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Minutes of Tuesday, March 31, 2026
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A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 17600 East 56th Avenue and 4991 North Telluride Street in Gateway-Green Valley Ranch. Approves a map amendment to rezone 17600 East 56th Avenue and 4991 North Telluride Street from C-MU-10 w/conditions and C-MU-30 w/waivers, UO-1 to S-MX-5 and S-MX-8, in Council District 11. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-24-2026. This item was postponed at the 4-6-2026 meeting until 6-8-2026.
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Denver City Council (April 6, 2026) adopts multiple resolutions and ordinances; Gateway-Green Valley Ranch rezoning postponed to June 8, 2026

DenverApr 6, 20264 min read

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Approved minutes of March 31, 2026 and adopted proclamations recognizing April as Financial Literacy Month, the 100th anniversary of Wellshire Golf Course, and honoring George Washington High School Speech & Debate Team.
Approved Purchase Order with Wagner Equipment Co. for $730,205 for one asphalt paver (PO-00180809).
Approved Purchase Order with Insight Public Sector, Inc. for $1,821,500 for annual Amazon Web Services use (PO-00180881).
Approved lease with Denver Firefighters Museum, Inc. for $10 through 12/31/2030 for museum at 1326 Tremont (FINAN-202582575).
Amended City Council Rules of Procedure to require draft agreements be shared with council prior to committee hearings (Resolution 26-0329).
Approved multiple contract amendments: All American Records Management (+$800,000, new total $1,550,000); Chesapeake Systems (+$299,490, new total $640,572 and extended to 9/30/2029); Neon Forensics/Leon Kelly (+$1,000,000, new total $1,383,000).
Reappointed Keith Hayes and Jesse Ogas to the Caring for Denver Board through 4/1/2029.
Approved grant amendment reallocating $30,500 for WeeCycle infant formula and nutrition education (Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative).
Approved collective bargaining agreement with Fraternal Order of Police, Denver Sheriff Lodge 27 for 2026.
Approved Parks and infrastructure items including Merrick & Company contract extension for National Western Center Campus design (extended to 4/14/2027) and an amendatory lease with Denver Health adding $6,087,673.51 (new total $20,542,385.14) and extending term to 12/31/2035 for Medical Examiner facilities at 500 Quivas St.
Approved transportation and right-of-way actions including revocable permits for encroachments (AMFP V Fox Station LLC pedestrian bridges; garage encroachment at 2535 W 35th Ave) and Triunity owner’s representative amendment for East Colfax BRT (+$6,900,000, new total $24,700,000; extended to 9/30/2028).
Ordered published and scheduled public hearings for multiple zoning and land-use bills (including bills 26-0344, 26-0345, 26-0346) and various easement relinquishments; ordered published a budget ordinance to establish Denver Great Kids Head Start FY 2026–2027 funding (26-0366).
Placed upon final consideration and passed en bloc bills amending DRMC procurement filing requirements (26-0327) and amendments for South Platte River flood control funding (+$200,000 with Mile High Flood District) and easement relinquishments.
Held required public hearing on Council Bill 26-0176 (rezoning for 17600 E 56th Ave & 4991 N Telluride St); after public comment the Council postponed the bill to a date certain of June 8, 2026.

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Apr 6, 2026, 12:00 AMParr-Widener Room 1437 Bannock Street, Room 389scheduled

Agenda

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRESENTATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
PROCLAMATIONS
RESOLUTIONS
Finance and Business Committee
A resolution approving a proposed Purchase Order between the City and County of Denver and Wagner Equipment CO. for a one-time purchase of replacement of one asphalt paver, citywide. Approves a Purchase Order with Wagner Equipment CO for $730,205.00 for a one-time purchase of replacement of one asphalt paver, citywide (PO-00180809). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
A resolution approving a proposed Purchase Order between the City and County of Denver and Insight Public Sector, Inc., for the annual usage of Amazon Web Services (AWS) software, citywide. Approves a Purchase Order with Insight Public Sector, Inc. for $1,821,500.00 for the annual usage of Amazon Web Services (AWS) software, citywide. (PO-00180881). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
A resolution approving a proposed Lease Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Denver Firefighters Museum, Inc. for a firefighters' museum. Approves the Lease Agreement with Denver Firefighters Museum, Inc. for $10.00 through 12-31-2030 for a firefighters’ museum located at 1326 Tremont, Denver, CO 80204, in the Central Business District, in Council District 10 (FINAN-202582575). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
Governance and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
A resolution amending City Council's Rules of Procedure. Amends the City Council Rules of Procedure to require draft agreements be shared with council prior to being heard at committee. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-17-2026.
A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement between the City and County of Denver and All American Records Management, Inc. for continued Records Storage and Destruction services. Amends a contract with All American Records Management, Inc. to add $800,000.00 for a new total of $1,550,000.00 for continued Records Storage and Destruction services. No change to contract term, citywide (TECHS-202369046/TECHS-202683550-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Chesapeake Systems International LLC for continual use and support of the CatDV Acorn Digital Media Asset Management platform. Amends a contract with Chesapeake Systems International LLC to add $299,490.00 for a new total of $640,572.00 and to add three years for a new end date of 9-30-2029 for continual use and support of the CatDV Acorn Digital Media Asset Management platform, citywide (TECHS-202368337/TECHS-202683534-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
A resolution approving the City Council reappointment of Keith Hayes to the Caring for Denver Board. Approves the City Council reappointment of Keith Hayes to the Caring for Denver Board for a term effective immediately and expiring on 4-1-2029, or until a successor is duly appointed. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
A resolution approving the City Council reappointment of Jesse Ogas to the Caring for Denver Board. Approves the City Council reappointment of Jesse Ogas to the Caring for Denver Board for a term effective immediately and expiring on 4-1-2029, or until a successor is duly appointed. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
Health and Safety Committee
A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Leon Kelly for emergent forensic pathology services. No change to contract term, citywide. Amends a contract with Leon Kelly dba Neon Forensics, LLC to add $1,000,000.00 for a new total of $1,383,000.00 for emergent forensic pathology services. No change to contract term, citywide (ENVHL-202581264/ ENVHL-202683607-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement between the City and County of Denver and WeeCycle to provide infant formula and nutrition education to Denver resident youth and their families as funded by the Healthy Food for Denver's Kids Initiative, citywide. Amends a grant agreement with WeeCycle to amend Exhibit B reallocating $30,500.00 ($15,250.00/year) from Year 1 to Years 2 and 3 to provide infant formula and nutrition education to Denver resident youth and their families as funded by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, citywide (ENVHL-202580273/ENVHL-202683482-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
A resolution approving the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City and County of Denver and the Fraternal Order of Police, Denver Sheriff Lodge 27 for the year 2026. Approves the collective bargaining agreement between the City and County of Denver and the Fraternal Order of Police, Denver Sheriff Lodge 27 for the year 2026, citywide (SAFTY-202683725). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
Parks, Art, and Culture Committee
A resolution approving a proposed Amendatory Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Public Service Company of Colorado to continue a non-exclusive sponsorship agreement. Amends a contract with Public Service Company of Colorado to add $386,363.00 for a new total of $600,413.00 and to add three years for a new end date of 3-31-2029 to continue a non-exclusive sponsorship agreement, Council District 10 and Mountain Parks (THTRS-202473245/THTRS-202582910-01). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
South Platte River Committee
A resolution approving a proposed Fourth Amendatory Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Merrick & Company for the continuation of design efforts at the National Western Center Campus to complete the horizontal infrastructure. Amends a contract with Merrick & Company to add a one year for a new end date of 4-14-2027 for the continuation of design efforts at the National Western Center Campus to complete the horizontal infrastructure. No change to contract capacity, in Council District 9 (OC-201840729/DOTI-202683765-04). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
A resolution granting a revocable permit to AMFP V Fox Station LLC, to encroach into the right-of-way at 3988 North Galapago Street, 3989 North Galapago Street, and 699 West 40th Avenue. Grants a revocable permit, subject to certain terms and conditions, to AMFP V Fox Station LLC, their successors and assigns, to encroach into the right-of-way with two (2) three-story pedestrian bridges that will connect buildings at 3988 North Galapago Street, 3989 North Galapago Street, and 699 West 40th Avenue, in Council District 9. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
A resolution approving a proposed Third Amendment to Lease Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Denver Health and Hospital Authority for autopsy, forensic science, evidence storage and office space for the Medical Examiner's Office at 500 Quivas Street, Denver, CO 80204, in the Baker Neighborhood, in Council District 7. Amends a Lease Agreement with Denver Health and Hospital Authority, to add $6,087,673.51 for a new total of $20,542,385.14 and adding 120 months for a new end date of 12-31-2035 for autopsy, forensic science, evidence storage and office space for the Medical Examiner’s Office at 500 Quivas Street, Denver, CO 80204, in the Baker Neighborhood, in Council District 7 (FINAN-201524424/FINAN-202683322-03). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
A resolution granting a revocable permit to Heidi Elizabeth Schroeder who acquired title as Elizabeth Heidi Kealey and Thomas J. Zingaro, to encroach into the right-of-way at 2535 West 35th Avenue. Grants a revocable permit, subject to certain terms and conditions, to Heidi Elizabeth Schroeder who acquired title as Elizabeth Heidi Kealey and Thomas J. Zingaro, their successors and assigns, to encroach into the right-of-way with an existing garage, encroaching into the alley at 2535 West 35th Avenue, in Council District 1. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
A resolution approving a proposed Second Amendatory Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Triunity, Inc. for Owner's Representative professional services for the East Colfax BRT project. Amends a contract with Triunity, Inc. to add $6,900,000.00 a new total of $24,700,000.00 and to add 9 months for a new end date of 9-30-2028 for Owner's Representative professional services for the East Colfax BRT project, in Council Districts 5, 8, 9, 10 (DOTI-202265837/DOTI-202683395-02). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
BILLS FOR INTRODUCTION
Community Planning and Housing Committee
A bill for an ordinance amending the Denver Zoning Code, concerning approval periods for site development plans. Amends The Denver Zoning Code to extend the period of validity for Site Development Plans. If ordered published, a public hearing will be held on Monday, 5-4-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 992 North Knox Court in Villa Park. Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-SU-D to E-MS-3, located at 992 North Knox Court, in Council District 3. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 1453 North Wabash Street in East Colfax. Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-TU-B to E-MS-3, located at 1453 North Wabash Street, in Council District 8. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
Finance and Business Committee
A bill for an ordinance authorizing expenditures in the General Government Special Revenue Fund based on a letter of intent from the United States of America to award funding to the City and County of Denver for the “Denver Great Kids Head Start FY 2026-2027” program. Establishes a budget based on a letter of intent to fund the Denver Great Kids Head Start Grant for the program period of July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-24-2026.
South Platte River Committee
A bill for an ordinance vacating a portion of South Delaware Street between Interstate 25 and West Kentucky Avenue, with reservations. Approves a request for an Ordinance to vacate a portion of South Delaware Street between Interstate 25 and West Kentucky Avenue, with reservations, in Council District 7. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-19-2025.
A bill for an ordinance relinquishing a portion of the utility easement reserved in Ordinance No. 1423, Series of 2021, recorded with the Denver Clerk & Recorder at Reception No. 2021231033, located near 748 South Cherokee Street. Approves an Ordinance to relinquish a portion of the utility easements established in Vacating Ordinance No. 1423, Series of 2021. Located at 748 South Cherokee Street, in Council District 7. The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-4-2026.
A bill for an ordinance relinquishing an easement, in its entirety, reserved in Ordinance No. 522, Series of 1982, recorded with the Denver Clerk & Recorder at Book 2661, Page 377, located at 748 South Cherokee Street. Approves an Ordinance to relinquish the easement established in Vacating Ordinance No. 522, Series of 1982 in its entirety. Located at 748 South Cherokee Street, in Council District 7. The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-4-2026.
A bill for an ordinance relinquishing an easement, in its entirety, reserved in the Permanent Non-Exclusive Easement, recorded with the Denver Clerk & Recorder at Reception No. 2022049162, located at 3875 Walnut Street. Relinquishes the easement in its entirety established in the Permanent Non-Exclusive Easement (PNEE) Reception No. 2022049162, located at 3875 Walnut Street, in Council District 9. The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-27-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-25-2026.
BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
RECAP OF BILLS TO BE CALLED OUT
PRE-RECESS ANNOUNCEMENT
Council President Sandoval announced that tonight, there will be a required public hearing on Council Bill 26-0176, changing the zoning classification for 17600 East 56th Avenue and 4991 North Telluride Street in Gateway-Green Valley Ranch.
RECESS
COUNCIL RECONVENES AND RESUMES ITS REGULAR SESSION
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
PROCLAMATIONS
REQUIRED PUBLIC HEARINGS - BILLS FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION
Community Planning and Housing Committee
A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 17600 East 56th Avenue and 4991 North Telluride Street in Gateway-Green Valley Ranch. Approves a map amendment to rezone 17600 East 56th Avenue and 4991 North Telluride Street from C-MU-10 w/conditions and C-MU-30 w/waivers, UO-1 to S-MX-5 and S-MX-8, in Council District 11. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-24-2026. This item was postponed at the 4-6-2026 meeting until 6-8-2026.
A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 3601 North Monaco Street Parkway in Northeast Park Hill. Approves a map amendment to rezone property from E-SU-Dx to E-TU-C, located at 3601 N Monaco Street Parkway, in Council District 8. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-3-2026.
A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 2625 East 3rd Avenue in Cherry Creek. Approves a map amendment to rezone property from CCN with Conditions to C-CCN-4, located at 2625 East 3rd Avenue, in Council District 5. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-3-2026.
A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for multiple properties in Bear Valley, College View - South Platte, Harvey Park, Harvey Park South and Marston. Approves a map amendment to rezone multiple properties from PUD 580; PUD 94; PUD 364; PUD 234; PUD 418; PUD 632; PUD 311; PUD 252; B-2; B-2 w/waivers; B-3; B-3 w/waivers and conditions; B-4, UO-1, UO-2 w/waivers; B-4, UO-1, UO-2 w/waivers and conditions; S-CC-3; S-CC-3, UO-1, UO-2; S-MX-3; S-CC-3x; S-MX-3, UO-1, UO-2; S-MX-12; S-SU-D; I-MX-3 to S-MX-3A; S-MX-3A, UO-1, UO-2; S-MX-3A, UO-1; S-MX-12A; S-MX-3; S-MX-3, UO-1, UO-2; OS-A; and I-A in the Far Southwest Area Plan, in Council District 2. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-3-2026.
A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 4211 North Hooker Street in Berkeley. Approves a map amendment to rezone property from PUD-547 to U-SU-C, CO-6, located at 4211 North Hooker Street in Council District 1. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-10-2026.
PRE-ADJOURNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Council President Sandoval announced that on Monday, May 4, 2026, Council will hold a required public hearing on Council Bill 26-0344, amending the Denver Zoning Code, concerning approval periods for site development plans; a required public hearing on Council Bill 26-0345, changing the zoning classification for 992 North Knox Court in Villa Park; and a required public hearing on Council Bill 26-0346, changing the zoning classification for 1453 North Wabash Street in East Colfax. Any protests against Council Bills 26-0344, 26-0345, or 26-0346 must be filed with the Council Offices no later than noon on Monday, April 27, 2026.
ADJOURN
PENDING
A Proclamation Recognizing April as Financial Literacy Month
A Proclamation Recognizing the 100th Year Anniversary of Wellshire Golf Course
A Proclamation Honoring the George Washington High School Speech and Debate Team
FOR 4-13-2026
FOR 4-27-2026
A bill for an ordinance amending Chapter 13, article II of the DRMC to require that contracts, grants, and intergovernmental agreements be filed at the same time as the bill or resolution approving the agreement is filed. Amends Chapter 13, Article II of the Denver Revised Municipal Code to require that bills for ordinance or resolutions approving contracts, grants, and intergovernmental agreements be filed with the final contract. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-17-2026.
A bill for an ordinance relinquishing a portion of the utility easement reserved in Ordinance No. 850, Series of 1991, recorded with the Denver Clerk & Recorder at Reception No. 9200095495, located at 805 West 38th Avenue. Relinquishes a portion of the utility easement established in Vacating Ordinance No. 850, Series of 1991. Located at 805 West 38th Avenue, in Council District 9. The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-20-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-18-2026.
A bill for an ordinance approving a proposed Fourth Amendatory Agreement between the City and County of Denver and Urban Drainage and Flood Control District, for construction of the drainage and flood control improvements for South Platte River. No change to the contract terms, citywide. Amends the contract with Urban Drainage and Flood Control District d/b/a Mile High Flood District to add $200,000.00 for a new total of $8,205,000.00 in Mile High Flood District funds for construction of the drainage and flood control improvements for South Platte River. No change to the contract terms, citywide (PARKS-202160713/PARKS-202683374-04). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 4-20-2026. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 3-18-2026.
Governance and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
South Platte River Committee
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Minutes of Tuesday, March 31, 2026
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A bill for an ordinance changing the zoning classification for 17600 East 56th Avenue and 4991 North Telluride Street in Gateway-Green Valley Ranch. Approves a map amendment to rezone 17600 East 56th Avenue and 4991 North Telluride Street from C-MU-10 w/conditions and C-MU-30 w/waivers, UO-1 to S-MX-5 and S-MX-8, in Council District 11. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 2-24-2026. This item was postponed at the 4-6-2026 meeting until 6-8-2026.
Block Vote
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