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Castle Rock Town Council Regular Meeting - October 18, 2022

Town Council — Tuesday, October 18, 2022
BodyCastle Rock, Colorado
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DateTuesday, October 18, 2022
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0:20

Good evening.

0:22

We will start with the invocation by Mark Marble, the Castle Rock police chapman.

0:25

Chaplain.

0:28

Thank you, Mayor.

0:29

Let's pray.

0:32

Uh Father God, I want to thank you first for uh this amazing town that we live in.

0:37

It is a great place to live, to raise families, to do business, to grow up and to eventually retire.

0:45

I thank you, Lord, for the opportunity that we have at the beginning of every meeting to be able to call on your wisdom and your mercies for our town.

0:56

And so we do that once again.

0:58

We know, Lord, that there are lots of issues at stake tonight.

1:02

There's lots of issues that take place and need to be dis decided in this room more often than we really recognize.

1:12

And so we thank you for those decisions and pray, Lord, that every council member has the wisdom to act accordingly.

1:21

Lord, there are so many things that uh happen in our town with our civil servants and the staff here at the town and schools and businesses and the different areas of life.

1:33

Um coming up, we have an election.

1:36

And so I pray, Lord, that that that election would go smoothly and well, and uh that it would happen away the way that um that brings honor to you.

1:49

So Lord, be in this place.

1:50

I ask for your peace to be here tonight, Lord, as we talk about so many things and celebrate so many great things.

1:57

It's in Jesus' name I pray.

1:59

Amen.

2:00

Amen.

2:01

Thank you, Mark.

2:02

Appreciate it.

2:04

Um do a uh this this meeting is being held in connected meeting in accordance with town council electronic participation connected hybrid meeting policy.

2:15

Um can you do a roll call, please?

2:17

Yes.

2:18

Councilmember Hollington.

2:21

Councilmember Katie here.

2:23

Councilmember LaFleur here, Councilmember Johnson, present.

2:28

Councilmember Deeds here, Mayor Pro Tem Bracken.

2:31

Yes, present.

2:32

And Mayor Gray.

2:33

Here.

2:34

Thank you.

2:34

Please join me in the Pledge Allegiance.

2:46

For which it stands.

2:50

Indivisible Liberty and Justice for all.

2:58

I want to first thank you very much for coming out tonight.

3:00

And we have kind of a fun event coming up.

3:03

Um before that, I'd like to start with uh council comments.

3:08

Um we have a small business Saturday coming up on November 26th.

3:13

And I'd like to uh make a motion that we uh do a proclamation for that and like to speak to that motion if it if it so passes.

3:20

So I'll move.

3:20

Second.

3:21

I have a first and a second.

3:23

Um and if I would speak to it, one of the one things I want to speak about on the uh small business Saturday is um if you guys could walk around town, you can see how busy things are, whether it's downtown Castle Rock or Castle Rock in general or up and down the front range, and it's been fantastic to see our citizens come out and support our small businesses, especially.

3:42

Um especially when they we all need it.

3:45

We the last few years have been hard, of course.

3:47

Everyone knows that.

3:48

I'm not gonna keep pounding that, but uh but what what we I think we forget sometimes is most of our businesses are up quite a bit.

3:56

Um unfortunately costs are up higher than what what their revenue is.

4:00

And so what we're seeing is we're seeing a lot of businesses of my personal friends downtown and and my own business.

4:06

We're seeing you know, people up, you know, five, six, seven, eight, nine percent for the year.

4:11

Um, but we're seeing costs 15, 20, 25 for the last two years have come up.

4:16

So um I encourage you to keep keep supporting our small businesses.

4:20

Um you know I like to do that for the proclamation.

4:24

I do appreciate that.

4:25

On top of that, um it has come to my attention a few times, and we during with social media can be a blessing or a curse.

4:32

We all know that.

4:34

Um Kathy Haig, who owns the barn, um, has reached out to me.

4:39

We've talked a couple of times.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
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Parks and Recreation██████████████████████████26%
Land Use██████████10%
Public Engagement████████8%
Historic Preservation██████6%
Public Safety████4%
Water And Wastewater Management███3%
Technology and Innovation███3%
Traffic Management███3%
Summary of Proceedings

Castle Rock Town Council Regular Meeting - October 18, 2022

The Castle Rock Town Council met on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at 6:00 PM in the Town Hall Council Chambers. Six councilmembers were present (Mayor Gray, Mayor Pro Tem Bracken, Councilmembers Cavey, LaFleur, Johnson, Dietz); Councilmember Hollingshead was absent. The meeting included an invocation, pledge of allegiance, council comments, consent calendar, several public hearings, and park improvement items. All votes were unanimous except for the vacation of a portion of Brookside Circle (5-1).

Consent Calendar

  • Ordinance 2022-028: Third amendment to the 2022 fiscal year budget (supplemental appropriations). Approved on second reading (7-0 on first reading).
  • Resolution 2022-114: Purchase and sale of Ridgegate Pipeline Capacity with Stonegate Village Metropolitan District.
  • Resolution 2022-115: Sole source contract with Hydro Resources - Rocky Mountain, Inc. for drilling East Plum Creek Open Space Wells.
  • Resolution 2022-116: Renewal of stop loss insurance contract with Cigna for 2023.
  • Minutes 2022-017: Approval of October 4, 2022 meeting minutes. All items approved unanimously (6-0).

Public Comments & Testimony

No members of the public spoke during Unscheduled Public Appearances or during any of the public hearing items.

Appointments

  • Public Works Commission: Greg Myers was appointed for a partial term ending May 31, 2024, following a unanimous recommendation from the interview panel. Motion passed 6-0.

Council Comments & Debate

  • Small Business Saturday: Mayor Gray moved to draft a proclamation in support of Small Business Saturday (November 26, 2022). Motion passed 6-0.
  • The Barn Rumors: Mayor Gray addressed social media rumors that The Barn was being sold for a high-rise, stating the owner, Kathy Haig, has no plans to sell and is upset by the false claims.
  • Councilmember Dietz: Gave a lengthy statement criticizing the council majority, claiming a lack of due process, and accusing the council of ignoring citizen concerns. He referenced downtown development, homelessness, and the chamber's candidate forum.
  • Mayor Pro Tem Bracken: Responded to Dietz, challenging him on homelessness positions and offering to debate his opponent. He also noted that a cease-and-desist letter may be sent regarding slander of The Barn.
  • Other Announcements: Councilmember Cavey reminded of the Crowfoot Valley Road widening open house (Oct 27). Councilmember LaFleur explained the town's process for protecting iconic buildings. Councilmember Johnson announced the Mitchell Gulch Park renovation kickoff (Oct 25).

Discussion Items

1. Ordinance 2022-027: Vacation of Portion of Brookside Circle (Second Reading)

  • Purpose: Allow Foundation Auto Group to install a cul-de-sac at the end of Brookside Circle.
  • Councilmember Dietz explained his 'no' vote on first reading was due to lack of compensation. He voted 'no' again. Motion passed 5-1 (Dietz opposed).

2. Resolution 2022-117: Downtown Historic Preservation Grant ($25,000 to Castle Rock Chamber Foundation)

  • Purpose: Grant for exterior repairs to the Chamber of Commerce building at 420 Jerry Street (Victoria's House). The grant is a reimbursement, funded annually with $50,000, up to $25,000 per project. The property is locally landmarked and will be encumbered by a preservation easement.
  • Support: Councilmembers Johnson, LaFleur, and Bracken spoke in favor. Motion passed 6-0.

3. Ordinance 2022-025: Amending Landscape and Irrigation Criteria Manual (Second Reading)

  • Purpose: Adopt 2022 Town of Castle Rock Landscape and Irrigation Criteria Manual to support water sustainability. Key provisions: no turf in front yards, max 500 sq ft turf in backyards for new homes; homebuilders must provide a ColoradoScape design for backyards; water budgets set based on design. Prorated fees for builders installing both front and back landscapes (0.6 to 1.0).
  • Discussion: Councilmember LaFleur asked about front vs. backyard turf rationale. Mayor Gray noted positive feedback from other municipalities. Motion passed 6-0.

4. Resolution 2022-118: Flexnet Infrastructure and Regional Network Interface Software (Advanced Metering Infrastructure)

  • Purpose: Install base stations and software for advanced water meter reading, enabling real-time usage alerts, leak detection, and conservation. Total cost: $154,000 for base stations plus $77,000 for installation. This is the first step of a multi-year $9-10 million project to upgrade all meters.
  • Discussion: Councilmember Cavey asked about data transmission and alerts. Motion passed 6-0.

5. Resolution 2022-119: Purchase of Velocity Pumper Truck for Future Station 156

  • Purpose: Purchase a fire engine for the planned Terrain/Cobblestone Ranch station (opening late 2025/early 2026). Cost $1,026,000 with 5% contingency; pre-payment saves $48,000. Supply chain delays (30-31 month delivery) and anticipated price increases (6.5% on Nov 1, 13-15% on Jan 1) prompted early approval.
  • Discussion: Councilmember Johnson asked about location (southwest corner of Castle Oaks and Rocky View). Motion passed 6-0.

6. Resolutions 2022-120, 121, 122: Mitchell Gulch Park Renovation

  • Resolution 2022-120: Construction contract with Colorado Designscapes, Inc. for $3,211,000 (base contract, tennis, parking, security). Total project cost $3,533,162.05.
  • Resolution 2022-121: Sole source contract with Renner Sport Surfaces for tennis court renovation ($820,000), saving $74,000 by contracting directly.
  • Resolution 2022-122: Sole source contract with Landscape Structures for playground equipment ($392,725.52), saving $28,000 through cooperative purchasing via Sourcewell.
  • Background: Mitchell Gulch Park is a priority renovation based on resident surveys and safety needs. Improvements include new playgrounds, six tennis courts, bike pump track, fitness area, restrooms, parking, and ADA accessibility. 66% of visitors walk to the park; 50% visit 1-2 times per week.
  • Discussion: Councilmember Johnson noted resident requests for basketball court resurfacing and bike racks (to be included via contingency). All three resolutions passed 6-0.

7. Resolution 2022-123: Memorandum of Understanding with CD-Acme, LLC (Confluence Companies) for Recreation Center at Acme Brickyard

  • Purpose: Non-binding MOU to define relationship for planning and constructing a third recreation center (sports development center) at the old Acme Brickyard site west of I-25. Key points: Town controls facility decisions; Confluence serves as general contractor and provides owner's representative services; Confluence dedicates approximately 11 acres; Town ground leases property back; Town makes lease payments until debt retired; Confluence may provide private financing. Estimated facility cost between $63-67 million, funded by impact fees.
  • Discussion: Councilmembers asked about comparisons to other communities, cost escalation, owner's representative role, road infrastructure (Prairie Hawk connection, Crystal Valley Interchange), and land dedication requirements. Town Manager Corliss explained the MOU is non-binding and that the schematic design (next item) is portable to other sites. Motion passed 6-0.

8. Resolution 2022-124: Third Amendment to Service Agreement with Barker Rinker Seacat Architecture for Schematic Design Phase

  • Purpose: Authorize $176,650 for schematic design of the recreation center, covering facility programming, cost estimates, engineering, and renderings. Total fees to date: $632,919. Work is portable to alternative sites if the Brickyard deal does not proceed.
  • Discussion: Councilmember Johnson emphasized the facility should have a unique town look and feel. Motion passed 6-0.

9. Resolution 2022-125: Construction Contract for Metzler Family Open Space Trailhead Parking

  • Purpose: Build a 54-space parking lot at Maleta Lane and East Allen Street intersection to serve the donated 60-acre open space. Contract with Schmidt Construction Company for $1,135,039.20 plus 10% contingency ($1,248,543.20 total). Completion expected February 2023, weather permitting. Other improvements (soft surface trails, silo restoration, signage) are complete or underway.
  • Discussion: Councilmember LaFleur asked about parking for the upcoming open house (shuttles will be used). Motion passed 6-0.

Key Outcomes

  • Consent Calendar: Approved unanimously (6-0).
  • Appointment: Greg Myers to Public Works Commission (6-0).
  • Proclamation: Small Business Saturday to be drafted.
  • Ordinance 2022-027: Vacation of Brookside Circle approved (5-1, Dietz opposed).
  • Resolution 2022-117: $25,000 Downtown Historic Preservation Grant approved (6-0).
  • Ordinance 2022-025: New Landscape and Irrigation Criteria Manual adopted (6-0).
  • Resolution 2022-118: Advanced metering infrastructure approved (6-0).
  • Resolution 2022-119: Fire pumper truck purchase approved (6-0).
  • Resolutions 2022-120, 121, 122: Mitchell Gulch Park renovation contracts approved (6-0 each).
  • Resolution 2022-123: Non-binding MOU with CD-Acme for recreation center approved (6-0).
  • Resolution 2022-124: Schematic design phase for recreation center approved (6-0).
  • Resolution 2022-125: Metzler Family Open Space parking lot construction approved (6-0).
  • Meeting adjourned: 8:24 PM.

Meeting Transcript

Good evening. We will start with the invocation by Mark Marble, the Castle Rock police chapman. Chaplain. Thank you, Mayor. Let's pray. Uh Father God, I want to thank you first for uh this amazing town that we live in. It is a great place to live, to raise families, to do business, to grow up and to eventually retire. I thank you, Lord, for the opportunity that we have at the beginning of every meeting to be able to call on your wisdom and your mercies for our town. And so we do that once again. We know, Lord, that there are lots of issues at stake tonight. There's lots of issues that take place and need to be dis decided in this room more often than we really recognize. And so we thank you for those decisions and pray, Lord, that every council member has the wisdom to act accordingly. Lord, there are so many things that uh happen in our town with our civil servants and the staff here at the town and schools and businesses and the different areas of life. Um coming up, we have an election. And so I pray, Lord, that that that election would go smoothly and well, and uh that it would happen away the way that um that brings honor to you. So Lord, be in this place. I ask for your peace to be here tonight, Lord, as we talk about so many things and celebrate so many great things. It's in Jesus' name I pray. Amen. Amen. Thank you, Mark. Appreciate it. Um do a uh this this meeting is being held in connected meeting in accordance with town council electronic participation connected hybrid meeting policy. Um can you do a roll call, please? Yes. Councilmember Hollington. Councilmember Katie here. Councilmember LaFleur here, Councilmember Johnson, present. Councilmember Deeds here, Mayor Pro Tem Bracken. Yes, present. And Mayor Gray. Here. Thank you. Please join me in the Pledge Allegiance. For which it stands. Indivisible Liberty and Justice for all. I want to first thank you very much for coming out tonight. And we have kind of a fun event coming up. Um before that, I'd like to start with uh council comments. Um we have a small business Saturday coming up on November 26th. And I'd like to uh make a motion that we uh do a proclamation for that and like to speak to that motion if it if it so passes. So I'll move. Second. I have a first and a second. Um and if I would speak to it, one of the one things I want to speak about on the uh small business Saturday is um if you guys could walk around town, you can see how busy things are, whether it's downtown Castle Rock or Castle Rock in general or up and down the front range, and it's been fantastic to see our citizens come out and support our small businesses, especially. Um especially when they we all need it. We the last few years have been hard, of course. Everyone knows that. I'm not gonna keep pounding that, but uh but what what we I think we forget sometimes is most of our businesses are up quite a bit. Um unfortunately costs are up higher than what what their revenue is.

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