Town of Morrison

The Board of Trustees held a meeting involving an executive session regarding potential annexation and extraterritorial sewer service. The board conducted a public hearing and adopted an ordinance amending the building code to incorporate the 2024 International Building Code with specific updates. Public comment covered concerns about potential hotel developments, a marijuana dispensary, annexation issues, water resources, and property code violations. Furthermore, the board approved a resolution concerning The Fort annexation, discussed a Title 10 amendment, addressed ballot measures, and engaged in departmental reports.

The Board meeting included discussions on economic barriers and Title 10 development standards, and public hearings regarding a liquor license application for the Red Hotel and an amendment to the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program. The Board also reviewed a proposal for asphalt repairs on Red Rocks Vista Drive, received departmental reports, and held a first reading for an ordinance adopting the 2024 International Building Code along with solar and electric ready codes. Additionally, the Board discussed infrastructure planning phases for sewer, water, and pavement management, and received updates regarding town budget structure, planning platforms, and future training requirements.

The Board of Trustees meeting covered several significant items, including a presentation from the West Metro Fire Rescue District regarding their budgetary needs and community outreach. The Board held a public hearing for the Red Hotel Liquor License application. Departmental reports were provided covering Public Works and general Town Manager updates. The Board discussed amendments to the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program and addressed general administrative items including consent agenda approvals for payroll and payment vouchers.

The board meeting covered several key items, including public comment regarding a proposed annexation, trash service, and meeting times. The board discussed and directed staff to prepare water usage metrics and estimates. General business included a discussion on a professional services agreement for waste transportation and the adoption of an ordinance amending the municipal code regarding a lodging tax exemption. Board members also proposed future agenda items concerning meeting times, water diversion plans, and annexation negotiations.

The board held an executive session for legal advice regarding intergovernmental agreements. Public comment addressed potential hotel zoning amendments, meeting start times, town financials, non-profit introductions, paving schedules, annexation, and infrastructure matters like curbs and gutters. Departmental reports were provided by Public Works, the Town Manager, and the Town Attorney. The Board approved a utility easement agreement for a hotel development project and passed a resolution updating board policies and procedures, including a change to the meeting start time, modifications to public comment protocols, and revised agenda-setting procedures. Future considerations included addressing trash dumping, reconsidering hotel zoning, rescheduling community office hours, and reviewing the Capital Improvement Plan.