Boulder Politics

City votes

79 recorded votes: 0 from minutes or BoardDocs, 79 read from transcripts and marked unofficial. 17 were not unanimous.

DateMotionResultABTWTAMBRKTMRSNSMW
Oct 15
2026
Call to Order and Roll Call
unofficialat 0:05:27confidence medium
passed 8-0
Oct 15
2026
Call to Order and Roll Call
unofficialat 1:03:47confidence medium
passed 8-0
Oct 15
2026
Call to Order and Roll Call
passed 8-0
Oct 15
2026
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Oct 15
2026
Concept Plan Review for the proposed redevelopment of the Boulder Medical Center properties at 2750 Broadway, 1233 Balsam Ave. and 1310 Balsam Ave. The proposed development includes a four-story multifamily building on the 2750 Broadway site containing 160 units, three-story multifamily building on the 1233 Balsam site with 30 units, and a three-story multifamily building on the 1310 Balsam site with 33 units. The proposal would require a Rezoning of the 2750 Broadway site from Business – Transitional 2 (BT-2) to Business – Community 2 (BC-2). The proposal would also require a Height Modification to allow for the buildings to exceed the 35-foot height limit. Reviewed under case number LUR2026-00007.
passed 7-1
Oct 15
2026
Consideration of the following items relating to the 2027 Budget: 1. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8777 adopting a budget for the City of Boulder, Colorado, for fiscal year 2027; and setting forth related details; 2. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8778 establishing the City of Boulder property tax mill levies for 2026; providing that said levy be certified to the Boulder County Assessor; and setting forth related details; 3. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8779 appropriating money to defray expenses and liabilities of the City of Boulder, Colorado, for the 2027 fiscal year of the City of Boulder; and setting forth related details; and 4. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8780 amending Title 2, ”Government Organization,” Title 3, ”Revenue and Taxation,” Title 4, ”Licenses and Permits,” Title 5, ”General Offenses,” Title 6, ”Health, Safety, and Sanitation,” Title 7, ”Vehicles, Pedestrians, and Parking,” and Title 8, ”Parks, Open Spaces, Streets, and Public Ways,” B.R.C. 1981, changing certain fees and taxes; and setting forth related details ​ Staff Time: 10 Min Council Time: 50 Min
passed 8-0
Oct 15
2026
Consideration of the following items relating to the 2027 Budget: 1. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8777 adopting a budget for the City of Boulder, Colorado, for fiscal year 2027; and setting forth related details; 2. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8778 establishing the City of Boulder property tax mill levies for 2026; providing that said levy be certified to the Boulder County Assessor; and setting forth related details; 3. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8779 appropriating money to defray expenses and liabilities of the City of Boulder, Colorado, for the 2027 fiscal year of the City of Boulder; and setting forth related details; and 4. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8780 amending Title 2, ”Government Organization,” Title 3, ”Revenue and Taxation,” Title 4, ”Licenses and Permits,” Title 5, ”General Offenses,” Title 6, ”Health, Safety, and Sanitation,” Title 7, ”Vehicles, Pedestrians, and Parking,” and Title 8, ”Parks, Open Spaces, Streets, and Public Ways,” B.R.C. 1981, changing certain fees and taxes; and setting forth related details ​ Staff Time: 10 Min Council Time: 50 Min
passed 7-1YYNYYYYY
Oct 15
2026
Consideration of the following items relating to the 2027 Budget: 1. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8777 adopting a budget for the City of Boulder, Colorado, for fiscal year 2027; and setting forth related details; 2. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8778 establishing the City of Boulder property tax mill levies for 2026; providing that said levy be certified to the Boulder County Assessor; and setting forth related details; 3. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8779 appropriating money to defray expenses and liabilities of the City of Boulder, Colorado, for the 2027 fiscal year of the City of Boulder; and setting forth related details; and 4. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8780 amending Title 2, ”Government Organization,” Title 3, ”Revenue and Taxation,” Title 4, ”Licenses and Permits,” Title 5, ”General Offenses,” Title 6, ”Health, Safety, and Sanitation,” Title 7, ”Vehicles, Pedestrians, and Parking,” and Title 8, ”Parks, Open Spaces, Streets, and Public Ways,” B.R.C. 1981, changing certain fees and taxes; and setting forth related details ​ Staff Time: 10 Min Council Time: 50 Min
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Oct 15
2026
Consideration of the following items relating to the 2027 Budget: 1. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8777 adopting a budget for the City of Boulder, Colorado, for fiscal year 2027; and setting forth related details; 2. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8778 establishing the City of Boulder property tax mill levies for 2026; providing that said levy be certified to the Boulder County Assessor; and setting forth related details; 3. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8779 appropriating money to defray expenses and liabilities of the City of Boulder, Colorado, for the 2027 fiscal year of the City of Boulder; and setting forth related details; and 4. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8780 amending Title 2, ”Government Organization,” Title 3, ”Revenue and Taxation,” Title 4, ”Licenses and Permits,” Title 5, ”General Offenses,” Title 6, ”Health, Safety, and Sanitation,” Title 7, ”Vehicles, Pedestrians, and Parking,” and Title 8, ”Parks, Open Spaces, Streets, and Public Ways,” B.R.C. 1981, changing certain fees and taxes; and setting forth related details ​ Staff Time: 10 Min Council Time: 50 Min
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Oct 15
2026
Consideration of the following items relating to the 2027 Budget: 1. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8777 adopting a budget for the City of Boulder, Colorado, for fiscal year 2027; and setting forth related details; 2. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8778 establishing the City of Boulder property tax mill levies for 2026; providing that said levy be certified to the Boulder County Assessor; and setting forth related details; 3. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8779 appropriating money to defray expenses and liabilities of the City of Boulder, Colorado, for the 2027 fiscal year of the City of Boulder; and setting forth related details; and 4. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8780 amending Title 2, ”Government Organization,” Title 3, ”Revenue and Taxation,” Title 4, ”Licenses and Permits,” Title 5, ”General Offenses,” Title 6, ”Health, Safety, and Sanitation,” Title 7, ”Vehicles, Pedestrians, and Parking,” and Title 8, ”Parks, Open Spaces, Streets, and Public Ways,” B.R.C. 1981, changing certain fees and taxes; and setting forth related details ​ Staff Time: 10 Min Council Time: 50 Min
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Oct 15
2026
Consideration of a motion to adjourn as the Boulder City Council and convene as the Knollwood Metropolitan District Board of Directors; and Knollwood Metro District Business Meeting: (I) A presentation from the metropolitan district regarding the status of the public infrastructure projects within the metropolitan district and outstanding bonds, if any; (II) A review of unaudited financial statements showing the year-to-date revenue and expenditures of the metropolitan district in relation to its adopted budget, as amended if applicable, for that calendar year; and (III) An opportunity for members of the public to ask questions about the metropolitan district. Staff Time: 5 Min Council Time: 10 Min
passed 8-0
Oct 15
2026
Consideration of a motion to adjourn as the Boulder City Council and convene as the Knollwood Metropolitan District Board of Directors; and Knollwood Metro District Business Meeting: (I) A presentation from the metropolitan district regarding the status of the public infrastructure projects within the metropolitan district and outstanding bonds, if any; (II) A review of unaudited financial statements showing the year-to-date revenue and expenditures of the metropolitan district in relation to its adopted budget, as amended if applicable, for that calendar year; and (III) An opportunity for members of the public to ask questions about the metropolitan district. Staff Time: 5 Min Council Time: 10 Min
unofficialat 2:35:15confidence medium
passed 8-0
Oct 15
2026
Consideration of the following pertaining to the 2027 budget of the Knollwood Metropolitan District: Consideration of a motion to convene the 2027 annual budget meeting; and 1. Consideration of a motion to adopt Resolution 5 concerning the Knollwood Metropolitan District adopting a budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2027; and setting forth related details; and 2. Consideration of a motion to adopt Resolution 6 establishing the 2026 Knollwood Metropolitan District property tax mill levy for payment of expenditures, in part, of the district during the fiscal year 2027, beginning January 1, 2027; and setting forth related details; and 3. Consideration of a motion to adopt Resolution 7 appropriating money to defray the expenses and liabilities of the Knollwood Metropolitan District for the 2027 fiscal year beginning January 1, 2027; and setting forth related details; and Consideration of a motion to adjourn as the Knollwood Metropolitan District Board of Directors and reconvene as the Boulder City Council Staff Time: 5 Min Council Time: 10 Min
passed 8-0
Oct 15
2026
Consideration of the following pertaining to the 2027 budget of the Knollwood Metropolitan District: Consideration of a motion to convene the 2027 annual budget meeting; and 1. Consideration of a motion to adopt Resolution 5 concerning the Knollwood Metropolitan District adopting a budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2027; and setting forth related details; and 2. Consideration of a motion to adopt Resolution 6 establishing the 2026 Knollwood Metropolitan District property tax mill levy for payment of expenditures, in part, of the district during the fiscal year 2027, beginning January 1, 2027; and setting forth related details; and 3. Consideration of a motion to adopt Resolution 7 appropriating money to defray the expenses and liabilities of the Knollwood Metropolitan District for the 2027 fiscal year beginning January 1, 2027; and setting forth related details; and Consideration of a motion to adjourn as the Knollwood Metropolitan District Board of Directors and reconvene as the Boulder City Council Staff Time: 5 Min Council Time: 10 Min
passed 8-0
Oct 15
2026
Consideration of the following pertaining to the 2027 budget of the Knollwood Metropolitan District: Consideration of a motion to convene the 2027 annual budget meeting; and 1. Consideration of a motion to adopt Resolution 5 concerning the Knollwood Metropolitan District adopting a budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2027; and setting forth related details; and 2. Consideration of a motion to adopt Resolution 6 establishing the 2026 Knollwood Metropolitan District property tax mill levy for payment of expenditures, in part, of the district during the fiscal year 2027, beginning January 1, 2027; and setting forth related details; and 3. Consideration of a motion to adopt Resolution 7 appropriating money to defray the expenses and liabilities of the Knollwood Metropolitan District for the 2027 fiscal year beginning January 1, 2027; and setting forth related details; and Consideration of a motion to adjourn as the Knollwood Metropolitan District Board of Directors and reconvene as the Boulder City Council Staff Time: 5 Min Council Time: 10 Min
passed 8-0
Oct 15
2026
Consideration of the following pertaining to the 2027 budget of the Knollwood Metropolitan District: Consideration of a motion to convene the 2027 annual budget meeting; and 1. Consideration of a motion to adopt Resolution 5 concerning the Knollwood Metropolitan District adopting a budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2027; and setting forth related details; and 2. Consideration of a motion to adopt Resolution 6 establishing the 2026 Knollwood Metropolitan District property tax mill levy for payment of expenditures, in part, of the district during the fiscal year 2027, beginning January 1, 2027; and setting forth related details; and 3. Consideration of a motion to adopt Resolution 7 appropriating money to defray the expenses and liabilities of the Knollwood Metropolitan District for the 2027 fiscal year beginning January 1, 2027; and setting forth related details; and Consideration of a motion to adjourn as the Knollwood Metropolitan District Board of Directors and reconvene as the Boulder City Council Staff Time: 5 Min Council Time: 10 Min
passed 8-0
Oct 15
2026
Consideration of the following pertaining to the 2027 budget of the Knollwood Metropolitan District: Consideration of a motion to convene the 2027 annual budget meeting; and 1. Consideration of a motion to adopt Resolution 5 concerning the Knollwood Metropolitan District adopting a budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2027; and setting forth related details; and 2. Consideration of a motion to adopt Resolution 6 establishing the 2026 Knollwood Metropolitan District property tax mill levy for payment of expenditures, in part, of the district during the fiscal year 2027, beginning January 1, 2027; and setting forth related details; and 3. Consideration of a motion to adopt Resolution 7 appropriating money to defray the expenses and liabilities of the Knollwood Metropolitan District for the 2027 fiscal year beginning January 1, 2027; and setting forth related details; and Consideration of a motion to adjourn as the Knollwood Metropolitan District Board of Directors and reconvene as the Boulder City Council Staff Time: 5 Min Council Time: 10 Min
passed 8-0
Oct 15
2026
Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8774, rezoning approximately 3.72 acres of land located at 2106 and 2130 Arapahoe Ave., an adjacent 0.03-acre portion of Marine Street, and a portion of adjacent Arapahoe Avenue Right-of-Way from the Public (P) to the Residential – High 5 (RH-5) zoning district; a portion of adjacent Arapahoe Avenue Right-of-Way from the Residential – High 2 (RH-2) to the Residential – High 5 (RH-5) zoning district; and a portion of adjacent Arapahoe Avenue Right-of-Way from the Residential - Mixed 1 (RMX-1) to the Residential – High 5 (RH-5) zoning district as described in chapter 9-5, “Modular Zone System,” B.R.C., 1981, and setting forth related details. Reviewed under case number LUR2025-00034. Staff Time: 15 Min Council Time: 20 Min Applicant Time: 10 Min
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Oct 15
2026
Consideration of a Landmark Alteration Certification Application for changes within the landmark boundary of the Glen Huntington Bandshell at 1236 Canyon Blvd., an individual landmark., pursuant to Section 9-11-18 of the Boulder Revised Code 1981 and under the procedures prescribed by chapter 1-3, “Quasi-Judicial Hearings,” B.R.C. 1981 Item will be CONTINUED to the regular meeting on November 19, 2026. Public testimony WILL BE HEARD at the November 19 meeting. Council Time: 10 Min
passed 8-0
Oct 1
2026
Call to Order and Roll Call
unofficialat 0:05:28confidence medium
passed 8-0
Oct 1
2026
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Oct 1
2026
Consideration of the following items relating to the 2027 Budget: 1. Introduction, first reading, and consideration of a motion to order published by title only, Ordinance 8777 adopting a budget for the City of Boulder, Colorado, for fiscal year 2027; and setting forth related details; 2. Introduction, first reading, and consideration of a motion to order published by title only, Ordinance 8778 establishing the City of Boulder property tax mill levies for 2026; providing that said levy be certified to the Boulder County Assessor; and setting forth related details; 3. Introduction, first reading, and consideration of a motion to order published by title only, Ordinance 8779 appropriating money to defray expenses and liabilities of the City of Boulder, Colorado, for the 2027 fiscal year of the City of Boulder; and setting forth related details; and 4. Introduction, first reading, and consideration of a motion to order published by title only, Ordinance 8780 amending Title 2, ”Government Organization,” Title 3, ”Revenue and Taxation,” Title 4, ”Licenses and Permits,” Title 5, ”General Offenses,” Title 6, ”Health, Safety, and Sanitation,” Title 7, ”Vehicles, Pedestrians, and Parking,” and Title 8, ”Parks, Open Spaces, Streets, and Public Ways,” B.R.C. 1981, changing certain fees and taxes; and setting forth related details Staff Time: 20 Min Council Time: 100 Min
passed 7-1YYNYYYYY
Oct 1
2026
Consideration of the following items relating to the 2027 Budget: 1. Introduction, first reading, and consideration of a motion to order published by title only, Ordinance 8777 adopting a budget for the City of Boulder, Colorado, for fiscal year 2027; and setting forth related details; 2. Introduction, first reading, and consideration of a motion to order published by title only, Ordinance 8778 establishing the City of Boulder property tax mill levies for 2026; providing that said levy be certified to the Boulder County Assessor; and setting forth related details; 3. Introduction, first reading, and consideration of a motion to order published by title only, Ordinance 8779 appropriating money to defray expenses and liabilities of the City of Boulder, Colorado, for the 2027 fiscal year of the City of Boulder; and setting forth related details; and 4. Introduction, first reading, and consideration of a motion to order published by title only, Ordinance 8780 amending Title 2, ”Government Organization,” Title 3, ”Revenue and Taxation,” Title 4, ”Licenses and Permits,” Title 5, ”General Offenses,” Title 6, ”Health, Safety, and Sanitation,” Title 7, ”Vehicles, Pedestrians, and Parking,” and Title 8, ”Parks, Open Spaces, Streets, and Public Ways,” B.R.C. 1981, changing certain fees and taxes; and setting forth related details Staff Time: 20 Min Council Time: 100 Min
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Oct 1
2026
Consideration of the following items relating to the 2027 Budget: 1. Introduction, first reading, and consideration of a motion to order published by title only, Ordinance 8777 adopting a budget for the City of Boulder, Colorado, for fiscal year 2027; and setting forth related details; 2. Introduction, first reading, and consideration of a motion to order published by title only, Ordinance 8778 establishing the City of Boulder property tax mill levies for 2026; providing that said levy be certified to the Boulder County Assessor; and setting forth related details; 3. Introduction, first reading, and consideration of a motion to order published by title only, Ordinance 8779 appropriating money to defray expenses and liabilities of the City of Boulder, Colorado, for the 2027 fiscal year of the City of Boulder; and setting forth related details; and 4. Introduction, first reading, and consideration of a motion to order published by title only, Ordinance 8780 amending Title 2, ”Government Organization,” Title 3, ”Revenue and Taxation,” Title 4, ”Licenses and Permits,” Title 5, ”General Offenses,” Title 6, ”Health, Safety, and Sanitation,” Title 7, ”Vehicles, Pedestrians, and Parking,” and Title 8, ”Parks, Open Spaces, Streets, and Public Ways,” B.R.C. 1981, changing certain fees and taxes; and setting forth related details Staff Time: 20 Min Council Time: 100 Min
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Oct 1
2026
Consideration of the following items relating to the 2027 Budget: 1. Introduction, first reading, and consideration of a motion to order published by title only, Ordinance 8777 adopting a budget for the City of Boulder, Colorado, for fiscal year 2027; and setting forth related details; 2. Introduction, first reading, and consideration of a motion to order published by title only, Ordinance 8778 establishing the City of Boulder property tax mill levies for 2026; providing that said levy be certified to the Boulder County Assessor; and setting forth related details; 3. Introduction, first reading, and consideration of a motion to order published by title only, Ordinance 8779 appropriating money to defray expenses and liabilities of the City of Boulder, Colorado, for the 2027 fiscal year of the City of Boulder; and setting forth related details; and 4. Introduction, first reading, and consideration of a motion to order published by title only, Ordinance 8780 amending Title 2, ”Government Organization,” Title 3, ”Revenue and Taxation,” Title 4, ”Licenses and Permits,” Title 5, ”General Offenses,” Title 6, ”Health, Safety, and Sanitation,” Title 7, ”Vehicles, Pedestrians, and Parking,” and Title 8, ”Parks, Open Spaces, Streets, and Public Ways,” B.R.C. 1981, changing certain fees and taxes; and setting forth related details Staff Time: 20 Min Council Time: 100 Min
passed 7-1YYNYYYYY
Sep 17
2026
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Sep 17
2026
Consideration of a Landmark Alteration Certificate application for changes within the landmark boundary of the Glen Huntington Bandshell at 1236 Canyon Blvd
unofficialat 1:23:10confidence low
passed 8-0
Sep 17
2026
Consideration of a Nonconforming Use Review at 969 10th St. for the expansion of an existing duplex
passed 7-1
Sep 17
2026
unofficialat 1:25:32confidence medium
passed 8-0
Sep 17
2026
Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8765 designating the property at 1004 Lincoln Pl., City of Boulder, Colorado, to be known as the Beard–Stoyva House, as an individual landmark under Chapter 9-11, “Historic Preservation,” B.R.C. 1981; and setting forth related details Staff Time: 10 Min Council Time: 5 Min Applicant Time: 5 Min
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Sep 17
2026
Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8766 designating the property at 844-850 12th St., City of Boulder, Colorado, to be known as the Heilman–Bedell–Stepanek Property, as an individual landmark under Chapter 9-11, “Historic Preservation,” B.R.C. 1981; and setting forth related details Staff Time: 10 Min Council Time: 5 Min Applicant Time: 5 Min
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Sep 17
2026
Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8770 amending Chapter 14, “Medical Marijuana,” and Chapter 16, “Recreational Marijuana,” B.R.C. 1981, repealing Energy Offset Requirements; and setting forth related details Staff Time: 15 Min Council Time: 45 Min
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Sep 3
2026
unofficialat 0:05:05confidence medium
passed 6-0YYYYYY––
Sep 3
2026
unofficialat 0:06:16confidence medium
passed 6-0
Sep 3
2026
passed 7-1YYNYYYYY
Sep 3
2026
Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8757 amending Title 4, “Licenses and Permits,” B.R.C. 1981, allowing for Pedal-Cab Agency and Driver Licenses; and setting forth related details Staff Time: 15 Min Council Time: 15 Min
passed 7-0, 1 absentY–YYYYYY
Sep 3
2026
Discussion to consider supporting the Boulder County ballot measure to change from 3 to 5 commissioners
unofficialat 4:20:46confidence low
passed 5-3
Sep 3
2026
Consideration of a motion to call an Executive Session of the City Council pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(a), C.R.S., and City of Boulder Charter Section 21A(a)(2) to receive confidential legal advice regarding authorized uses of city open space 60 min
passed 6-0YYYYYY––
Sep 3
2026
Consideration of a motion to call an Executive Session of the City Council pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(a), C.R.S., and City of Boulder Charter Section 21A(a)(2) to receive confidential legal advice regarding authorized uses of city open space 60 min
unofficialat 0:06:16confidence medium
passed 6-0
Sep 3
2026
Debrief
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Sep 3
2026
unofficialat 2:43:00confidence medium
failed 1-0
Sep 3
2026
passed 7-0, 1 absentY–YYYYYY
Sep 3
2026
passed 5-3
Aug 20
2026
passed 8-0
Aug 20
2026
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Aug 20
2026
passed 8-0
Aug 20
2026
​​Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8771 authorizing and approving acquisition of property interests for the North 30th Street Project by negotiation and purchase or through the power of eminent domain; and setting forth related details​ Staff Time: 15 Min Council Time: 15 Min
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Aug 20
2026
Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8772 authorizing and approving acquisition of property interests for the South 30th Street Multimodal Improvements Project by negotiation and purchase or through the power of eminent domain; and setting forth related details Staff Time: 15 Min Council Time: 15 Min
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Aug 20
2026
Consideration of a motion to adjourn as the Boulder City Council and convene as the City of Boulder Downtown Commercial District (formerly known as the Central Area General Improvement District) (CAGID) Board of Directors; and Consideration of a motion to approve a purchase agreement between CAGID and MA-LR Boulder, LLC, for the disposal of CAGID-owned real property located at 2121 Broadway and authorize the city manager, acting as the General Manager of CAGID, to execute the purchase agreement and all associated documents; and Consideration of a motion to adjourn as the City of Boulder Downtown Commercial District (formerly known as the Central Area General Improvement District) (CAGID) Board of Directors and reconvene as the Boulder City Council Staff Time: 15 Min Council Time: 75 Min
passed 8-0
Aug 20
2026
Consideration of a motion to adjourn as the Boulder City Council and convene as the City of Boulder Downtown Commercial District (formerly known as the Central Area General Improvement District) (CAGID) Board of Directors; and Consideration of a motion to approve a purchase agreement between CAGID and MA-LR Boulder, LLC, for the disposal of CAGID-owned real property located at 2121 Broadway and authorize the city manager, acting as the General Manager of CAGID, to execute the purchase agreement and all associated documents; and Consideration of a motion to adjourn as the City of Boulder Downtown Commercial District (formerly known as the Central Area General Improvement District) (CAGID) Board of Directors and reconvene as the Boulder City Council Staff Time: 15 Min Council Time: 75 Min
passed 7-1YYNYYYYY
Aug 13
2026
Consideration of a motion to call an Executive Session of City Council as authorized by section 24-6-402(4)(b), C.R.S., and City of Boulder Charter Section 21A(a)(2), so the council may receive confidential legal advice regarding potential new litigation
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Aug 13
2026
Consideration of a motion to call an Executive Session of City Council as authorized by section 24-6-402(4)(b), C.R.S., and City of Boulder Charter Section 21A(a)(2), so the council may receive confidential legal advice regarding potential new litigation
passed 8-0
Aug 13
2026
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Aug 13
2026
unofficialat 0:06:25confidence medium
passed 8-0
Aug 6
2026
passed 8-0
Aug 6
2026
1. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8758 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds for the purpose of financing community recreation, safety infrastructure, and other capital projects; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 2. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8759 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of raising taxes in the city of Boulder by the adoption of a Vacancy Excise Tax imposed on homes that are occupied for 183 days or less per year, with such amount to increase annually in accordance with the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood Consumer Price Index to support general city services; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 3. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8761 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of amending the Boulder Home Rule Charter to add a new Section 73, “Collective Bargaining for Firefighters,” creating a charter guaranteed right for full-time fire department employees to bargain collectively; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 4. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8762 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of authorizing an amendment of the Boulder Home Rule Charter to modify the calculation of the city’s debt limitation, as set forth in the ballot; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 5. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8763 (1) determining the necessity of establishing the Boulder Downtown Development Authority, and (2) submitting to the qualified electors of the proposed Boulder Downtown Development Authority at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question concerning the formation of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority and a ballot issue to waive applicable revenue and spending limits in the city of Boulder, Colorado, declaring the necessity for an election on November 3, 2026, concerning the formation of such authority pursuant to Colo. Const. Art. X, Sec. 20 and statutory revenue limitations for such authority, allowing the city to pledge tax increment funds on behalf of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority, determining organizational aspects of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority board; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details Staff Time: 20 Min Council Time: 165 Min
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Aug 6
2026
1. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8758 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds for the purpose of financing community recreation, safety infrastructure, and other capital projects; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 2. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8759 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of raising taxes in the city of Boulder by the adoption of a Vacancy Excise Tax imposed on homes that are occupied for 183 days or less per year, with such amount to increase annually in accordance with the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood Consumer Price Index to support general city services; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 3. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8761 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of amending the Boulder Home Rule Charter to add a new Section 73, “Collective Bargaining for Firefighters,” creating a charter guaranteed right for full-time fire department employees to bargain collectively; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 4. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8762 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of authorizing an amendment of the Boulder Home Rule Charter to modify the calculation of the city’s debt limitation, as set forth in the ballot; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 5. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8763 (1) determining the necessity of establishing the Boulder Downtown Development Authority, and (2) submitting to the qualified electors of the proposed Boulder Downtown Development Authority at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question concerning the formation of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority and a ballot issue to waive applicable revenue and spending limits in the city of Boulder, Colorado, declaring the necessity for an election on November 3, 2026, concerning the formation of such authority pursuant to Colo. Const. Art. X, Sec. 20 and statutory revenue limitations for such authority, allowing the city to pledge tax increment funds on behalf of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority, determining organizational aspects of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority board; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details Staff Time: 20 Min Council Time: 165 Min
passed 8-0
Aug 6
2026
1. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8758 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds for the purpose of financing community recreation, safety infrastructure, and other capital projects; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 2. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8759 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of raising taxes in the city of Boulder by the adoption of a Vacancy Excise Tax imposed on homes that are occupied for 183 days or less per year, with such amount to increase annually in accordance with the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood Consumer Price Index to support general city services; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 3. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8761 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of amending the Boulder Home Rule Charter to add a new Section 73, “Collective Bargaining for Firefighters,” creating a charter guaranteed right for full-time fire department employees to bargain collectively; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 4. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8762 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of authorizing an amendment of the Boulder Home Rule Charter to modify the calculation of the city’s debt limitation, as set forth in the ballot; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 5. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8763 (1) determining the necessity of establishing the Boulder Downtown Development Authority, and (2) submitting to the qualified electors of the proposed Boulder Downtown Development Authority at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question concerning the formation of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority and a ballot issue to waive applicable revenue and spending limits in the city of Boulder, Colorado, declaring the necessity for an election on November 3, 2026, concerning the formation of such authority pursuant to Colo. Const. Art. X, Sec. 20 and statutory revenue limitations for such authority, allowing the city to pledge tax increment funds on behalf of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority, determining organizational aspects of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority board; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details Staff Time: 20 Min Council Time: 165 Min
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Aug 6
2026
1. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8758 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds for the purpose of financing community recreation, safety infrastructure, and other capital projects; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 2. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8759 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of raising taxes in the city of Boulder by the adoption of a Vacancy Excise Tax imposed on homes that are occupied for 183 days or less per year, with such amount to increase annually in accordance with the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood Consumer Price Index to support general city services; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 3. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8761 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of amending the Boulder Home Rule Charter to add a new Section 73, “Collective Bargaining for Firefighters,” creating a charter guaranteed right for full-time fire department employees to bargain collectively; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 4. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8762 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of authorizing an amendment of the Boulder Home Rule Charter to modify the calculation of the city’s debt limitation, as set forth in the ballot; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 5. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8763 (1) determining the necessity of establishing the Boulder Downtown Development Authority, and (2) submitting to the qualified electors of the proposed Boulder Downtown Development Authority at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question concerning the formation of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority and a ballot issue to waive applicable revenue and spending limits in the city of Boulder, Colorado, declaring the necessity for an election on November 3, 2026, concerning the formation of such authority pursuant to Colo. Const. Art. X, Sec. 20 and statutory revenue limitations for such authority, allowing the city to pledge tax increment funds on behalf of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority, determining organizational aspects of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority board; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details Staff Time: 20 Min Council Time: 165 Min
passed 7-1YYYYYYYN
Aug 6
2026
1. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8758 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds for the purpose of financing community recreation, safety infrastructure, and other capital projects; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 2. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8759 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of raising taxes in the city of Boulder by the adoption of a Vacancy Excise Tax imposed on homes that are occupied for 183 days or less per year, with such amount to increase annually in accordance with the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood Consumer Price Index to support general city services; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 3. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8761 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of amending the Boulder Home Rule Charter to add a new Section 73, “Collective Bargaining for Firefighters,” creating a charter guaranteed right for full-time fire department employees to bargain collectively; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 4. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8762 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of authorizing an amendment of the Boulder Home Rule Charter to modify the calculation of the city’s debt limitation, as set forth in the ballot; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 5. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8763 (1) determining the necessity of establishing the Boulder Downtown Development Authority, and (2) submitting to the qualified electors of the proposed Boulder Downtown Development Authority at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question concerning the formation of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority and a ballot issue to waive applicable revenue and spending limits in the city of Boulder, Colorado, declaring the necessity for an election on November 3, 2026, concerning the formation of such authority pursuant to Colo. Const. Art. X, Sec. 20 and statutory revenue limitations for such authority, allowing the city to pledge tax increment funds on behalf of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority, determining organizational aspects of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority board; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details Staff Time: 20 Min Council Time: 165 Min
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Aug 6
2026
1. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8758 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds for the purpose of financing community recreation, safety infrastructure, and other capital projects; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 2. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8759 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of raising taxes in the city of Boulder by the adoption of a Vacancy Excise Tax imposed on homes that are occupied for 183 days or less per year, with such amount to increase annually in accordance with the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood Consumer Price Index to support general city services; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 3. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8761 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of amending the Boulder Home Rule Charter to add a new Section 73, “Collective Bargaining for Firefighters,” creating a charter guaranteed right for full-time fire department employees to bargain collectively; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 4. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8762 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of authorizing an amendment of the Boulder Home Rule Charter to modify the calculation of the city’s debt limitation, as set forth in the ballot; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 5. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8763 (1) determining the necessity of establishing the Boulder Downtown Development Authority, and (2) submitting to the qualified electors of the proposed Boulder Downtown Development Authority at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question concerning the formation of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority and a ballot issue to waive applicable revenue and spending limits in the city of Boulder, Colorado, declaring the necessity for an election on November 3, 2026, concerning the formation of such authority pursuant to Colo. Const. Art. X, Sec. 20 and statutory revenue limitations for such authority, allowing the city to pledge tax increment funds on behalf of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority, determining organizational aspects of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority board; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details Staff Time: 20 Min Council Time: 165 Min
unofficialat 5:05:00confidence medium
failed 4-4
Aug 6
2026
1. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8758 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds for the purpose of financing community recreation, safety infrastructure, and other capital projects; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 2. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8759 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of raising taxes in the city of Boulder by the adoption of a Vacancy Excise Tax imposed on homes that are occupied for 183 days or less per year, with such amount to increase annually in accordance with the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood Consumer Price Index to support general city services; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 3. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8761 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of amending the Boulder Home Rule Charter to add a new Section 73, “Collective Bargaining for Firefighters,” creating a charter guaranteed right for full-time fire department employees to bargain collectively; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 4. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8762 submitting to the electors of the city of Boulder at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question of authorizing an amendment of the Boulder Home Rule Charter to modify the calculation of the city’s debt limitation, as set forth in the ballot; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details; 5. Second reading and consideration of a motion to adopt Ordinance 8763 (1) determining the necessity of establishing the Boulder Downtown Development Authority, and (2) submitting to the qualified electors of the proposed Boulder Downtown Development Authority at the Regular Municipal Coordinated Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2026, the question concerning the formation of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority and a ballot issue to waive applicable revenue and spending limits in the city of Boulder, Colorado, declaring the necessity for an election on November 3, 2026, concerning the formation of such authority pursuant to Colo. Const. Art. X, Sec. 20 and statutory revenue limitations for such authority, allowing the city to pledge tax increment funds on behalf of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority, determining organizational aspects of the Boulder Downtown Development Authority board; specifying the form of the ballot and other election procedures; and setting forth related details Staff Time: 20 Min Council Time: 165 Min
tied 4-4YYNYYNNN
Aug 6
2026
CONTINUED: Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan (BVCP) Adoption: Consideration of one or more motions to: (1) approve or amend conditions of approval to the BVCP update made by the Planning Board; and (2) approve or amend conditions of approval to the BVCP update made by the Board of County Commissioners; and (3) approve or amend recommended amendments to the BVCP update made by the Planning Board, County Planning Commission, and Board of County Commissioners. Staff Time: 20 Min Council Time: 40 Min
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Aug 6
2026
CONTINUED: Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan (BVCP) Adoption: Consideration of one or more motions to: (1) approve or amend conditions of approval to the BVCP update made by the Planning Board; and (2) approve or amend conditions of approval to the BVCP update made by the Board of County Commissioners; and (3) approve or amend recommended amendments to the BVCP update made by the Planning Board, County Planning Commission, and Board of County Commissioners. Staff Time: 20 Min Council Time: 40 Min
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Aug 6
2026
CONTINUED: Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan (BVCP) Adoption: Consideration of one or more motions to: (1) approve or amend conditions of approval to the BVCP update made by the Planning Board; and (2) approve or amend conditions of approval to the BVCP update made by the Board of County Commissioners; and (3) approve or amend recommended amendments to the BVCP update made by the Planning Board, County Planning Commission, and Board of County Commissioners. Staff Time: 20 Min Council Time: 40 Min
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Jul 30
2026
Call to Order and Roll Call
unofficialat 0:05:37confidence medium
passed 8-0
Jul 30
2026
passed 8-0YYYYYYYY
Jul 23
2026
unofficialat 0:06:45confidence low
passed 9-0
Jul 23
2026
passed 9-0YYYYYYYYY
Jul 23
2026
Consideration of a motion to approve the continued operation of the airport in accordance with Boulder Revised Code 1981 sections 11-4 Airport Staff Time: 20 Min Council Time: 220 Min
unofficialat 0:13:59confidence medium
passed 9-0
Jul 23
2026
Continued to the August 6 th meeting : Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan (BVCP) Adoption: Consideration of one or more motions to: (1) approve or amend conditions of approval to the BVCP update made by the Planning Board; and (2) approve or amend conditions of approval to the BVCP update made by the Board of County Commissioners; and (3) approve or amend recommended amendments to the BVCP update made by the Planning Board, County Planning Commission, and Board of County Commissioners. Staff Time: 15 Min Council Time: 45 Min
failed 3-6NNNNNNYYY
Jul 23
2026
Continued to the August 6 th meeting : Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan (BVCP) Adoption: Consideration of one or more motions to: (1) approve or amend conditions of approval to the BVCP update made by the Planning Board; and (2) approve or amend conditions of approval to the BVCP update made by the Board of County Commissioners; and (3) approve or amend recommended amendments to the BVCP update made by the Planning Board, County Planning Commission, and Board of County Commissioners. Staff Time: 15 Min Council Time: 45 Min
unofficialat 4:07:46confidence medium
failed 3-6NNNNNNYYY
Jul 23
2026
Continued to the August 6 th meeting : Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan (BVCP) Adoption: Consideration of one or more motions to: (1) approve or amend conditions of approval to the BVCP update made by the Planning Board; and (2) approve or amend conditions of approval to the BVCP update made by the Board of County Commissioners; and (3) approve or amend recommended amendments to the BVCP update made by the Planning Board, County Planning Commission, and Board of County Commissioners. Staff Time: 15 Min Council Time: 45 Min
unofficialat 4:22:26confidence medium
passed 6-3YNY–NYYYY
Jul 23
2026
Continued to the August 6 th meeting : Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan (BVCP) Adoption: Consideration of one or more motions to: (1) approve or amend conditions of approval to the BVCP update made by the Planning Board; and (2) approve or amend conditions of approval to the BVCP update made by the Board of County Commissioners; and (3) approve or amend recommended amendments to the BVCP update made by the Planning Board, County Planning Commission, and Board of County Commissioners. Staff Time: 15 Min Council Time: 45 Min
passed 8-1YYYYYYYYN
Jun 25
2026
unofficialat 0:07:44confidence medium
passed 7-1, 1 abstainYYYYYYYNA
Jun 25
2026
City Council public hearing and consideration of a motion to approve the major update to the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan (continued) Staff Time: 10 Min Council Time: 110 Min
passed 9-0YYYYYYYYY
Jun 25
2026
City Council public hearing and consideration of a motion to approve the major update to the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan (continued) Staff Time: 10 Min Council Time: 110 Min
passed 9-0YYYYYYYYY
Jun 25
2026
City Council public hearing and consideration of a motion to approve the major update to the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan (continued) Staff Time: 10 Min Council Time: 110 Min
passed 9-0YYYYYYYYY
Jun 25
2026
City Council public hearing and consideration of a motion to approve the major update to the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan (continued) Staff Time: 10 Min Council Time: 110 Min
passed 9-0YYYYYYYYY