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Tuesday, November 3, 2026 · 9:30 AM AM · City & County Building Parr-Widener Room 389

TL;DR

Denver City Council approved multiple 2027 budgets for business improvement districts and general improvement districts across the city, along with several major contracts including a $5.3 million workforce development program and a $25 million construction services contract for the Denver Performing Arts Complex. The council also confirmed mayoral appointments to various boards and commissions, including 14 new members to the Denver Latino Commission and 11 new members to the Mayor's Youth Commission.

Key Decisions

  • Workforce Development Contract with Eckerd Connects Approved
  • 2027 Budgets for Multiple Business Improvement Districts and General Improvement Districts Approved
  • Denver Performing Arts Complex Construction Services Contract with FCI Constructors Approved
  • Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for Link and Pin Apartments (up to $27 million) Approved
  • Kirsten Decker Appointment to Board of Ethics Confirmed
Agenda PDF

Agenda

  1. INTRODUCTIONS
  2. ANNOUNCEMENTS
  3. GENERAL SESSION
  4. DPD, OSEI, HRCP - Blue Envelope Program; Commander Folmer, Robin Jones, and Luke Wheeland
  5. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS IN THE REGULAR COURSE OF BUSINESS
  6. Finance and Business
  7. 26-1585 Approves a contract with Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc. doing business as Eckerd Connects for $5,266,409.00 with an end date of 6-30-2027 to provide comprehensive workforce development services specific to employment and training as required under Denver’s Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funding and other special federal and state revenue or grant-funded workforce initiatives, citywide (OEDEV-202686133).
    Resolution
  8. * A Resolution of City Council sitting as the ex officio Board of Directors of the Ballpark Denver General Improvement District, approving a Work Plan, adopting a Budget, and making appropriations for the Budget Year 2027 and approving a Mill Levy.
    Resolution
  9. * A bill for an ordinance approving the 2027 Operating Plan and Budget and amending the 2026 Budget for the Bluebird Business Improvement District.
    Bill
  10. * A Resolution of City Council sitting as the ex officio Board of Directors of the Broadway Denver General Improvement District, approving a Work Plan, adopting a Budget, and making appropriations for the Budget Year 2027 and approving a Mill Levy.
    Resolution
  11. * A bill for an ordinance approving the 2027 Operating Plan and Budget for the Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District.
    Bill
  12. * A bill for an ordinance approving the 2027 Operating Plan and Budget and amending the 2026 Budget for the Cherry Creek Subarea Business Improvement District.
    Bill
  13. * A bill for an ordinance approving the 2027 Operating Plan and Budget and amending the 2026 Budget for the Colfax Business Improvement District.
    Bill
  14. * A bill for an ordinance approving the 2027 Operating Plan and Budget and amending the 2026 Budget for the Colfax Mayfair Business Improvement District.
    Bill
  15. * A bill for an ordinance approving the 2027 Operating Plan and Budget for the Downtown Denver Business Improvement District.
    Bill
  16. * A Resolution by the Council of the City and County of Denver, sitting as the ex officio Board of Directors of the Denver 14th Street General Improvement District to approve the 2027 Work Plan and 2027 Budget, including the Capital Charges and 2027 Maintenance Charges, and making appropriations for the 2027 Fiscal Year.
    Resolution
  17. * A bill for an ordinance approving the 2027 Annual Plan and Operating Budget and amending the 2026 Operating Budget for the Denver Tourism Improvement District.
    Bill
  18. * A bill for an ordinance approving the 2027 Operating Plan and Budget and amending the 2026 Budget for the Federal Boulevard Business Improvement District.
    Bill
  19. * A bill for an ordinance approving the 2027 Operating Plan and Budget and amending the 2026 Budget for the Five Points Business Improvement District.
    Bill
  20. * A Resolution by the Council of the City and County of Denver, sitting ex officio as the Board of Directors of the Gateway Village General Improvement District, approving a Work Plan, adopting a Budget and making appropriations for the Budget Year 2027 and approving a Mill Levy.
    Resolution
  21. * A bill for an ordinance approving the 2027 Operating Plan and Budget and amending the 2026 Budget for the Old South Gaylord Business Improvement District.
    Bill
  22. * A bill for an ordinance approving the 2027 Operating Plan and Budget for the RiNo Business Improvement District.
    Resolution
  23. * A Resolution of the City Council sitting as the ex officio Board of Directors of the RiNo Denver General Improvement District, approving a Work Plan, adopting a Budget, imposing Capital Charges and Maintenance Charges, approving a Mill Levy, and making appropriations for the 2027 Fiscal Year; adopting an Amended Budget for 2025; and adopting an Amended Budget for 2026
    Resolution
  24. * A bill for an ordinance approving the 2027 Operating Plan and Budget for the Santa Fe Business Improvement District.
    Bill
  25. * A Resolution by the Council of the City and County of Denver, sitting ex officio as the Board of Directors of the Sun Valley Denver General Improvement District, approving a Work Plan, adopting a Budget, approving a Mill Levy and making appropriations for the Budget Year 2027; and adopting an Amended Budget for 2026.
    Resolution
  26. * A bill for an ordinance approving the 2027 Operating Plan and Budget for the West Colfax Business Improvement District.
    Bill
  27. 26-1605 For an ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of an aggregate amount not to exceed $27,000,000 of the City and County of Denver, Colorado Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Link and Pin Apartments), Series 2027A and the City and County of Denver, Colorado Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Link and Pin Apartments), Series 2027B (Taxable), including an award of not-to-exceed $19,400,000 of the private activity bond volume cap allocation of the City and County of Denver, Colorado, for the purpose of financing the acquisition, construction, and equipping of an affordable multifamily rental housing facility located in the City and County of Denver, Colorado and to pay certain expenses of such Bonds (as defined below) issue; approving and authorizing execution of an Indenture, a Financing Agreement, a Tax Regulatory Agreement, and a Bond Purchase Agreement (each as defined below) with respect to the Bonds; making findings and determinations with respect to the Project (as defined below) and the Bonds; authorizing the execution and delivery of related documents; and repealing all action heretofore taken in conflict herewith.
    Bill
  28. * For an ordinance approving a DDDA Development Project Funding Agreement (Barth Hotel located at 1514 17th Street, Denver, Colorado 80202) between the City and County of Denver and the Denver Downtown Development Authority, in Council District 10.
    Bill
  29. 26-1609 Approves a contract to buy and sell real estate (Residential) and a buyer counterproposal with Nii Yemofio and Breanna Tomlin-Yemofio to purchase 3940 S. Narcissus Way for $710,000.00 in the Hampden South Neighborhood, in Council District 4. (FINAN 202686437).
    Bill
  30. 26-1610 Approves the Revocable License Agreement with The Gathering Place for a Maximum Contract Amount of $20 beginning approximately October 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, to operate a micro-community shelter for those experiencing homelessness located at 1375 N. Elati Street in the Civic Center Neighborhood, in Council District 10 (FINAN-202685970).
    Resolution
  31. 26-1611 Approves a supplemental appropriation of $7,670,500 in the Denver Arts and Venues Special Revenue Fund (15815).
    Bill
  32. Governance and Intergovernmental Relations
  33. 26-1548 For an ordinance approving the Mayor’s nomination and confirming the appointment of Kirsten Decker to the Board of Ethics.
    Bill
  34. 26-1550 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Alan Castillo to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC) for a term from 9-30-2026 through 9-30-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  35. 26-1551 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Andres Mora Rondon to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC) for a term from 9-30-2026 through 9-30-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  36. 26-1552 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Christo Luna to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC) for a term from 9-30-2026 through 9-30-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  37. 26-1553 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Daniela Garcia to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC) for a term from 9-30-2026 through 9-30-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  38. 26-1554 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Eduardo Gonzalez Dorta to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC) for a term from 9-30-2026 through 9-30-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  39. 26-1555 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Elizabeth Muñoz to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC) for a term from 9-30-2026 through 9-30-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  40. 26-1556 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Joe Barela to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC) for a term from 9-30-2026 through 9-30-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  41. 26-1557 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Lynette Garcia to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC) for a term from 9-30-2026 through 9-30-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  42. 26-1558 Approves the Mayor’s reappointment to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC). Approves the Mayor’s reappointment of Marlene de la Rosa to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC) for a term from 1-2-2026 through 1-2-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  43. 26-1559 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Nicole Cervera Loy to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC) for a term from 9-30-2026 through 9-30-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  44. 26-1560 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Paola Ramirez to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC) for a term from 9-30-2026 through 9-30-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  45. 26-1561 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Ron Cazares to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC) for a term from 9-30-2026 through 9-30-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  46. 26-1562 Approves the Mayor’s reappointment to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC). Approves the Mayor’s reappointment of Solicia Lopez to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC) for a term from 1-2-2026 through 1-2-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  47. 26-1563 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Yazmin Castillo to the Denver Latino Commission (DLC) for a term from 9-30-2026 through 9-30-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  48. 26-1564 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Alemitu Passerini to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC)for a term from 9-1-2026 through 8-31-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  49. 26-1565 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Alfi Zuka to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC)for a term from 9-1-2026 through 8-31-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  50. 26-1566 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Amelia Paschall-Johnson to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC)for a term from 9-1-2026 through 8-31-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  51. 26-1567 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Didi Ekiko to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC) for a term from 9-1-2026 through 8-31-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  52. 26-1568 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Edna Abel to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC)for a term from 9-1-2026 through 8-31-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  53. 26-1569 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Imani Jones to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC)for a term from 9-1-2026 through 8-31-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  54. 26-1570 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Lamar Almrabet to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC)for a term from 9-1-2026 through 8-31-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  55. 26-1571 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Lexi Perkins to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC)for a term from 9-1-2026 through 8-31-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  56. 26-1572 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of London Lee to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC) for a term from 9-1-2026 through 8-31-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  57. 26-1573 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Maisie Miller to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC)for a term from 9-1-2026 through 8-31-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  58. 26-1574 Approves the Mayor’s appointment to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC). Approves the Mayor’s appointment of Rafael Fierro-Reyes to the Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC)for a term from 9-1-2026 through 8-31-2028 or until a successor is duly appointed, citywide.
    Resolution
  59. Health and Safety
  60. 26-1579 Approves a contract with Peak Environmental, Inc. for $5,000,000.00 for a term of execution for five years to support asbestos removal and regulated building material abatement, indoor air quality and mold remediation, emergency response support, and environmental litigation support/expert technical analysis, citywide. (ESEQD-202682968).
    Resolution
  61. 26-1581 Amends a revenue intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing (HCPF) to add $1,370,255.08 for a new total of $2,665,043.48 and to add one year for a new end date of 6-30-2027 to continue receiving payments from HCPF as incentives for providing Medicaid eligibility-related work within the City and County of Denver, citywide (SOCSV-202580557/SOCSV-202580557-01).
    Bill
  62. Parks, Art and Culture
  63. 26-1580 Amends a contract with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (AT&T) to add $814,019.51 for a new total of $2,375,859.35 and to add 15 years for a new end date of 3-31-2041 for continuing to provide and maintain Distributed Antenna System (DAS) allowing for mobile cellular service for patrons of Red Rocks Amphitheatre, in Mountain Parks (RC01006/THTRS-202684385-04).
    Resolution
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  66. 26-1606 Amends a contract with Rocky Mountain Officials LLC to add one year for a new end date of 12-31-2027 to provide sport official and referees for adult and youth sports. No change to contract capacity, citywide (PARKS-202371450/PARKS-202685797-01).
    Resolution
  67. South Platte River
  68. 26-1578 Approves a map amendment to rezone property from I-A, UO-2 to I-MX-5 with waivers, located at 515 West Mississippi Avenue, 1050 South Fox Street & 500 West Tennessee Avenue, in Council District 7.
    Bill
  69. Transportation and Infrastructure
  70. 26-1549 Vacates a portion of right-of-way at 555 North Josephine Street, without reservations, in Council District 5.
    Bill
  71. 26-1575 Approves a contract with FCI CONSTRUCTORS, INC. for $25,000,000.00 with a term of three years for integrated construction services for the Denver Performing Arts Complex from the Denver Arts and Venues Capital Improvement Fund to provide comprehensive project administrative support, preconstruction, and construction services for campus-wide needs and improvements, in Council District 10 (DOTI-202685108).
    Resolution
  72. 26-1582 Approves a contract with the Housing Authority of the City and County of Denver for $820,000.00 with an end date of 12-31-2027 for the planting of approximately 128 trees and the installation of a permanent shade structure in Phase 1 of the Sun Valley Riverfront Park, in Council District 3 (CASR-202685369).
    Resolution
  73. 26-1583 Approves a purchase order with Oracle America Inc for $1,119,631.76 for the one-time purchase of 2027 Oracle software licensing at Denver International Airport, in Council District 11 (PO-00189495).
    Resolution
  74. *indicates committee action item