Town of Hayden

The meeting included the consideration and approval of a bond counsel engagement letter with Kutak Rock, LLP, and an intergovernmental agreement regarding the maintenance of public infrastructure within Pinyon Pines Mobile Home Park. Furthermore, the Commissioners ratified and approved a loan agreement and the issuance of a promissory note for the purchase of the Pinyon Pines Mobile Home Park, and granted signatory authority to the Executive Director for all relevant contracts and documents.

The agenda focuses on the adoption of a mission statement and planning for upcoming community events such as the Street Dance and Hayden Daze, as well as the Cardboard Regatta. The Commission will also discuss ongoing and upcoming programming including a Pottery Coop, an herbal medicine class, pottery workshops, a youth drama program, and a spring cooking class. Additionally, the agenda covers the 2026 arts event schedule and website updates, including the collection of member bios and scheduling professional headshots.

The board reviewed and ratified an engagement letter with Kutak Rock, LLP for bond counsel services. They considered and approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Town of Hayden for the maintenance of public infrastructure at the Pinyon Pines Mobile Home Park. Additionally, the board ratified, confirmed, and approved a loan agreement with Alpine Bank related to the purchase of the Pinyon Pines Mobile Home Park and granted signatory authority to the Executive Director for all related contracts and documents.

The board discussed the Sonesta Park Preliminary Plan, focusing on traffic impacts, pedestrian safety, sidewalk connectivity, and infrastructure requirements such as utility and drainage easements. They also addressed the Major Site Plan for Lot 11C in the Northwest Colorado Business Park, which involves the construction of contractor shops and light industrial units. The board reviewed zoning compliance, parking standards, architectural requirements, and site design, including conditions for landscape plans and utility dedications. Additionally, they received a preview of upcoming work sessions regarding the town's development code.

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.