Ben Buell

The Council conducted a public hearing and review of Ordinance 745 regarding the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code. They reviewed and approved an Intergovernmental Agreement for the purchase of the Pinyon Pines Mobile Home Park to preserve affordable housing. Additionally, the Council considered and approved a sponsorship for the Hayden Valley Schools PTO's 2026 Spring Soiree and a resolution for the Rural Jump Start Program. A request for grant funding for Totally Tots executive director training was tabled for further research into alternative funding options. A study session regarding the Development Code was held with the Planning Commission.

The Commission discussed the Building Better Places initiative, focusing on strategies for utilizing the Hayden Center space and supporting local small businesses. Key agenda items included a review of the New Business Welcome Program and upcoming business spotlights, discussions on tax incentive research, and a deliberation on the evaluation and scoring criteria for the Business Pitch Competition to ensure program effectiveness. Furthermore, the Commission received reports regarding a regional workshop focused on municipal collaboration and economic development strategies.

The commission discussed the potential revitalization of a chamber of commerce, incorporating input from local residents and regional stakeholders. The agenda included updates on the New Business Welcome Program and discussions regarding tax incentive research. Furthermore, the commission reviewed the guidelines, evaluation criteria, and transparency measures for the upcoming Business Pitch Competition. Staff also provided an update regarding the Building Better Places workshop, with a focus on analyzing the usage and development potential of the Hayden Center space.

The agenda for this Special Meeting included a call to order, the Pledge of Allegiance, and roll call. The meeting also designated a time slot for public comments, limited to three minutes per person on items not on the agenda. The Consent Items section involved the consideration of minutes from the Special Meeting held on February 5, 2026. New Business focused on the review and consideration for approval of Resolution 2026-01, which pertains to designating the date and a posting place for public meetings for the District, in tandem with the Hayden Town Council. The agenda also allocated time for staff and director reports and an executive session before adjournment.

The meeting included the re-election of the Chair and Vice Chair for 2026. Key discussions focused on the Hayden Center Update, noting 585 membership numbers and various facility improvements such as gym refinishing scheduled for May, in-house camera installation by Public Works, and feasibility studies for external lighting and a cold plunge feature via a grant. Arts programming involved discussions about a Pottery co-op and a successful Spring dance session. Fitness classes were reported as successful. Under New Business, plans were finalized for upcoming events including the ISS Cornhole Tournament in February and Hayden Daze in July, with details on sponsors, music, and activities. Upcoming program schedules for Volleyball and PWW were also reviewed.