Town of Eaton

The meeting commenced with the reading and passage of proclamations designating September 2025 as Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month and recognizing Constitution Week. Staff recognition was given to the new Library Manager. Key discussions included an update on the Eaton & Weld County Coordinated Planning Agreement, which is expected to be finalized in early 2026, and an update on the Eaton Plaza Project, with an anticipated developer award in March 2026. The Consent Agenda was approved, covering minutes from the August 2025 meeting and financial reports. A Public Hearing resulted in the approval of Resolution No. 2025-14, adopting the Housing Needs Assessment 5-Year Plan (2025-2030). New business involved updates on the 2024 Code Adoption Memo, where the town will adopt new International Building and Residential Codes and the required Wildland-Urban Interface Code, and an approval to increase the first offense fine for fireworks violations to $500.00. Mutual Aid and Intergovernmental Agreements were approved with the Town of Windsor for law enforcement services and with Weld County for Oil & Gas Energy Department services regarding 1041 regulations. The board also approved the recommendation to accept Wright Water Engineers' proposal for a Storm Water Master Plan not to exceed $200,000, and approved Martin Marietta for the 2025 Sales Tax Paving project with a base bid of $499,361.05. The meeting concluded with staff and mayor comments.

The Board of Trustees meeting agenda included a work session on the 2026 Proposed Budget. Special presentations covered the Eaton Library Strategic Plan and the Blue Envelope Program. The Consent Agenda involved routine items such as approval of prior minutes (September 18, 2025), Accounts Payable reports, financial statements, resolutions (CSLIP Town and EHA), introduction of an ordinance regarding Uniform Building Codes, and ratification of an appointment to the HPLD. The public hearing focused on Ordinance No. 663 concerning Accessory Dwelling Units, with options for a 30-day minimum rental. New Business items included ordinances on Sex Offender Residency, Automated Vehicle Identification System, and Prohibiting Graywater. Discussions were scheduled for Northern Colorado Water Principles, Metro District Service Plan Development, and moving the Municipal Election date. The board also addressed the NISP 21st Interim Agreement extension and the Demolition Contract Award for 127 & 131 Cheyenne Avenue. Old Business included a Sales Tax 2A Paving Change Order.

The Town Board meeting agenda included staff recognition for an employee in Accounting. Public Comment was reserved for items not on the printed agenda. The Consent Agenda covered the approval of minutes from the May 15, 2025, Board of Trustees Regular Meeting and EHA Meeting, as well as the Accounts Payable Invoice History Report for May 2025 and Financial Statements for April 2025. New Business focused on the potential purchase of library property at 127 Cheyenne Avenue, including discussions on Resolution No. 2025-09 and associated legal documents, and an Economic Development Incentive Request for 122 Oak Avenue. Old Business included an update on the Downtown Business Grant Program. Staff reports covered various agreements and correspondence, and Council Reports covered updates from the Planning Commission, Downtown Development Authority, Northern Front Range/MPO, and Great Western Trail Authority.

This document outlines the Eaton Public Library's strategic priorities for 2026-2028, developed through a community needs assessment. The plan focuses on expanding and modernizing facilities, strengthening library operations and staff capacity, connecting with underserved populations, ensuring equitable access to technology and digital resources, and promoting literacy, learning, and personal growth for all ages. The overarching goal is to evolve as a dynamic community resource, bridging past and present, tradition and innovation, while serving as an essential hub for information, connection, and opportunity.

The agenda includes a work session on the proposed 2026 budget, special presentations on the Eaton Library Strategic Plan and the Blue Envelope Program, and a public hearing on accessory dwelling units. New business items include ordinances on sex offender residency, automated vehicle identification systems, prohibiting graywater, and discussions on Northern Colorado Water Principles, Metro District Service Plan Development, moving the municipal election, and the NISP 21st Interim Agreement. The agenda also covers a demolition contract award, a sales tax paving change order, staff reports, and council reports.