Kelsey Archuleta

The Board Meeting agenda included standard proceedings such as the Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and Seating of Alternates. Key discussion items involved the approval of the Regular Agenda for the current meeting and the Consent Agenda, which covered the approval of the February 12, 2026, Annual Board Meeting Minutes, the March 2, 2026, Special Board Meeting Minutes, and the approval of January Financial and Occupancy Reports. The meeting also featured a Public Comment section, followed by an Executive Session for the discussion of a personnel matter (Employment Contract). Major action items included a PR Training session regarding the role of a BHA Board Commissioner as an ambassador, and the consideration and potential approval of two resolutions: Resolution 26-03-01 recommending the appointment of Barb Baca to fill an unexpired term, and Resolution 26-03-02 authorizing the Executive Director to award and execute contract negotiations for Auditor services in response to RFP #26-0115.

The key discussion focused on whether the Board should formally express concern to the Brighton City Council regarding a proposed resolution concerning the appointment policy for City Boards, Commissions, and Authorities. The discussion directed the Board to vote on whether to convey this concern through public comment or direct communication with the City Council.

The agenda for the Board Meeting included several components. The Consent Agenda covered the approval of minutes from the February 12, 2026 Annual Board Meeting and the March 2, 2026 Special Board Meeting, alongside the approval of January Financial Reports and January Occupancy Reports. The main agenda included approval of the current meeting's agenda, a Public Comment section, and an Executive Session for discussion of a personnel matter (Employment Contract). Key discussion items for the meeting also involved an Executive Director Update, Preparation for PR Training focusing on the Board Commissioner's role as an ambassador, and the consideration of two resolutions: Resolution 26-03-01 recommending the appointment of Barb Baca as a Board Member, and Resolution 26-03-02 to authorize the Executive Director to award and execute documents related to the Certified Public Accounting Firm for audit services (RFP #26-0115).

The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance and roll call, noting the absence of Mayor Mills. Key actions included the approval of the Consent Agenda, which involved re-appointing a member to the Planning Commission and approving final readings for two ordinances concerning setbacks for Accessory Dwelling Units and amendments related to fueling stations. The Regular Agenda was approved with one item removed. During the Public Invited to Be Heard segment, two individuals spoke. For initial consideration, the Council approved an Ordinance to adopt the Model Traffic Code for Colorado, 2024 Edition, to enhance local traffic safety and revenue control, scheduling the final reading for March 3, 2026. An Ordinance approving the James Property Zoning Map Amendment passed on final consideration. A Resolution concerning a Memorandum of Understanding with School District 27J to waive certain water usage fees, resolving issues related to inoperable meters resulting in a $98,833 fee waiver, was approved. Under Utilities Business Items, the purchase of sixty-five shares of capital stock in the Fulton Irrigating Ditch Company for $5.46 million was authorized. General Business included presentations on the upcoming adoption of the State Mandated Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code and updates to the Brighton Municipal Criminal Code. The meeting adjourned at 7:19 p.m.

The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance. Key items addressed under the Consent Agenda included the approval of the December 2, 2025, and December 16, 2025, City Council Minutes, and the passage of a resolution designating the City of Brighton website as the primary public posting location for notices and agendas for the calendar year 2026. During the Public Invited to be Heard segment, a citizen provided comments. General business included comments from the outgoing Council member Jan Pawlowski regarding her tenure, which were followed by expressions of gratitude from the remaining City Council members for her service.