Craig Spaulding

The council addressed several consent agenda items, including a liquor license renewal and various committee appointments. The council approved a fee waiver request for the Rifle Snowmobile Club's annual fundraiser. Public hearings were held regarding temporary use permits and regulations for right-of-way encroachment and A-frame signage. Additionally, the council approved a water services agreement and conservation easement for the TyBar Ranch property. Administrative reports were presented covering various infrastructure projects and legislation, and an executive session was conducted to discuss legal matters.

The council discussed and addressed several key items, including a request to waive parking fees for an upcoming snowmobile event and a solar power purchase agreement proposal, which was tabled for further review. An ordinance was approved on second reading regarding utility customer relief for extenuating circumstances. Additionally, administrative reports were provided covering snow and ice control, 2013 work plans, and organizational updates. The meeting concluded with an executive session held to receive legal advice, discuss negotiations, and address personnel matters.

The council addressed several administrative and operational matters, including setting hearings for liquor license renewals, approving an intergovernmental agreement regarding sidewalk improvements, and reviewing the sales tax report. The meeting featured a public hearing regarding a special event liquor permit for the Colorado Mountain College Foundation. Discussions were held concerning a joint venture for Fairway Avenue construction, awarding a contract for painting pool and locker room facilities, and revising parking regulations on Acacia Avenue. The council also approved a contract for Highway 13 safety improvements and passed ordinances related to utility system improvement fee surcharges and the administration of water and sewer service fees on an EQR basis. Additionally, staff was directed to update animal control ordinances.

The Council recognized a retiring City Manager and a Planning and Zoning Commissioner for their service, and issued a proclamation for National Nursing Home Week. Key business actions included authorizing funding and awarding the Ute Event Center construction contract, accepting a construction grant, and purchasing a new truck for the Operations and Maintenance Department. Additionally, the Council approved a budget reallocation for the new water treatment plant, authorized the use of a best-value bidding process for that facility, approved the refinancing of street improvement bonds, and adopted a revised Strategic Plan.

The Council meeting involved several key actions and discussions, including the issuance of a proclamation for Wastewater Workers Recognition Week, receiving reports on Senior Center infrastructure problems, and conducting public hearings for special event liquor permits for the Rifle Moose Lodge and the Elks Lodge. The Council also received updates on the CacaLoco compost operation, an update from Williams Midstream and WPX Energy, and a project closeout report on the Energy Performance Contracting Project. Additionally, the Council approved a proclamation for Municipal Clerks Week, and passed ordinances regarding water service charge amendments and a loan agreement for a new water treatment plant. Comments were approved regarding the BLM Oil Shale Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement, and the council decided to cancel a future special meeting.