The committee reviewed sales tax collection figures, noting a decrease compared to the previous year and trends in different taxpayer sectors. The primary focus was a discussion on non-residential transportation impact fees. The committee reviewed the methodology for calculating these fees, benchmarking data against regional municipalities, and a revised proposal that includes a 5-year phase-in period, specific policy target discounts by land use type, the elimination of the current zone system, and annual indexing to the CDOT Construction Cost Index.
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The committee reviewed the April 2026 sales tax collection data, noting year-to-date collections are slightly below the adopted budget and prior year figures, with strong performance in the clothing sector but a decline in auto dealer collections. The meeting also included an annual review and update of the city's investment policy, primarily focused on codifying existing practices such as staff education and liquidity determination. Finally, the committee received an investment portfolio report, which detailed current asset allocation, maturity structure, and duration strategy, confirming the portfolio's high credit quality and the use of flexible maturity options to optimize returns.
Jan 26, 2026·Board meeting
Aurora City Council Regular Meeting
The meeting began with an invocation and the pledge of allegiance, followed by a land acknowledgment recognizing the ancestral homelands of various Indigenous peoples. An executive session was held to cover litigation and personnel matters. The council unanimously approved the minutes from the January 12, 2026 meeting and adopted the current meeting's agenda. During public comment, one council member addressed a recent DUI allegation, stating it is an active legal matter, and announced voluntary steps being taken, including enrolling in a restorative justice class and meeting with Mothers Against Drunk Driving. Another speaker requested transparency regarding drone usage maps. Subsequent public comments addressed the need for better accessibility within the chambers, citing historical context related to 'ugly laws,' and urged the council to ask the City Manager for plans and budgets concerning facility accessibility. Another speaker strongly opposed the city's lawsuit against the state regarding land use and housing frameworks (HB 24-1313 and 1304), arguing it wastes resources opposing housing options. Finally, a representative from Kaiser Permanente advocated for the tobacco retail licensing ordinance, citing public health statistics and its importance for youth and the local workforce.
Dec 4, 2025·Board meeting
Management & Finance Policy Committee Meeting
The committee meeting included the approval of previous minutes. Key discussions focused on the monthly sales tax review for October, showing collections of $25.7 million, which was 5.5% more than October 2024, although eight of fifteen sectors were down year-to-date, with building materials showing the largest decline. Overall general fund revenue was slightly ahead of projection due to strong audit revenue, despite sales tax falling behind the projected 5.8% growth rate. A significant portion of the meeting addressed the proposed Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with Arapahoe County for Cybersecurity Partnership to enhance security collaboration and mutual aid among local governmental agencies. Concerns were raised regarding financial obligations and liability during mutual aid responses, particularly whether resource-intensive assistance to other entities would be reimbursed. Legal counsel clarified that the initial agreement stipulates no financial obligations between parties, but allows for secondary agreements to address unreasonable costs in emergency scenarios. The general consensus was that while mutual aid response is generally uncompensated in practice (as confirmed by the Fire Department), the potential for liability exposure from assisting other jurisdictions necessitates further discussion and potential amendment to the IGA.
