Denver City Council Meeting – February 9, 2026
Denver City Council Meeting – February 9, 2026
The Denver City Council convened in regular session on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 10:30 AM, with 13 members present. The meeting included council announcements, two proclamations honoring community leaders, a proclamation recognizing Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, the adoption of multiple resolutions and bills, and two required public hearings on historic designation and a zoning change.
Consent Calendar
- Approval of the February 2, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Block adoption of 16 resolutions and bills on final consideration (resolutions 25‑1944, 26‑0060, 26‑0059, 26‑0064, 26‑0073, 26‑0061, 26‑0063, 26‑0069, 26‑0070, 26‑0071, 26‑0065, 26‑0066, 26‑0068, 26‑0083, 26‑0005, and 26‑0022). Adopted with 13 ayes.
Proclamations
- Proclamation 26‑0131 – Honoring Keith Irfmeyer: Recognized Keith Irfmeyer for more than 30 years of service as Denver Assessor and his upcoming role as State Property Tax Administrator. Unanimously adopted (13 ayes). Acceptance by Mr. Irfmeyer, who praised his staff and expressed pride in working for Denver.
- Proclamation 26‑0130 – Honoring the Late Denver Police Division Chief Hermedia Gordon: Celebrated Chief Gordon’s legacy as a trailblazer (first Black female homicide detective, first Black female division chief). Unanimously adopted (13 ayes). Acceptance by her daughter Deanna Gordon and Division Chief Megan Doach.
- Proclamation 26‑0133 – Recognizing Ramadan 1447 AH and Eid al‑Fitr: Acknowledged the Muslim holy month beginning at sundown on February 17, 2026, and Eid al‑Fitr on March 19–20, 2026. Unanimously adopted (11 ayes). Acceptance by Imam Qalila of Downtown Denver Islamic Center, Imam Ali of Masjid Taqwa, community member Yahya, and Linda Barwan, who invited council to iftar meals.
Public Comments & Testimony
Public Hearing on Council Bill 26‑0056 (Historic Designation of 1555 N. Grant Street):
- Jesse Paris (representing multiple community organizations) expressed support for the designation but called for honest acknowledgment of Denver’s racist history, including exclusion of Black residents from certain sites.
Public Hearing on Council Bill 25‑2147 (Rezoning of 3050 Richard Allen Court):
- Bob Schofield (Vice President of Campus Operations, Cross Purpose) explained the rezoning is needed to comply with a state behavioral health licensing requirement; the existing counseling services would not change.
- Jason Jans (CEO/Founder, Cross Purpose) noted 1,650 program graduates and that the building was recently paid off.
- Jesse Paris again voiced support for the rezoning, describing Cross Purpose as an asset to the community.
- Jamie Horsfall (Clinical Director, Cross Purpose) reported that in the past year nearly 300 residents participated in counseling, with 1,400 sessions provided at no cost.
- Jeremy Baumeister (program graduate) shared his personal success story, crediting Cross Purpose with job training and community.
Discussion Items
- Council Resolution 25‑2150 – Salvation Army Shelter Lease: Approved a third amendatory lease for a congregate shelter at 1901 29th Street in Five Points. Councilmember Lewis noted ongoing dissatisfaction with Salvation Army shelter operations but voted aye. Adopted with 10 ayes.
- Council Bill 26‑0056 – Landmark Designation for 1555 N. Grant Street (Knights of Columbus Hall): Staff presented the application, highlighting the property’s significance as a USO site during WWII (hosting over half a million servicemembers), mid‑century modern architecture by John F. Milan, and innovative pre‑stressed concrete construction. The Landmark Preservation Commission recommended approval. Councilmembers Hines, Sandoval, Torres, and Cashman spoke in favor, emphasizing collaborative resolution of concerns about the parking lot. Unanimously adopted (11 ayes).
- Council Bill 25‑2147 – Rezoning of 3050 Richard Allen Court (Cross Purpose): Staff explained the site is currently zoned R2A (former Chapter 59), which does not permit medical office use. The rezoning to EMX2X allows Cross Purpose to maintain its state‑licensed behavioral health counseling. Eight letters of support and a petition with 100 graduate testimonies were submitted. The Skyland Neighborhood Association supported the change. Councilmember Watson sponsored the bill. Unanimously adopted (11 ayes).
Key Outcomes
- Proclamation 26‑0131 adopted honoring Keith Irfmeyer.
- Proclamation 26‑0130 adopted honoring Hermedia Gordon.
- Proclamation 26‑0133 adopted recognizing Ramadan and Eid al‑Fitr.
- Council Resolution 25‑2150 adopted (10 ayes) approving the Salvation Army shelter lease.
- Block adoption of 16 resolutions and bills passed (13 ayes).
- Council Bill 26‑0056 passed (11 ayes), designating 1555 N. Grant Street as a landmark.
- Council Bill 25‑2147 passed (11 ayes), rezoning 3050 Richard Allen Court to EMX2X.
Meeting Transcript
Hey, Denver, it's time for the weekly general session of your Denver City Council. Tonight's coverage of Denver City Council starts now. Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you for taking the time to join us for Denver City Council meeting. Today is Monday, February 9th, 2026. Tonight's meeting is being interpreted into Spanish. Sam or Jasmine, would you please introduce yourself and let our viewers know how to enable translation on their devices? Thank you for your name. Hello, everyone. My name is Sam Guzman with the CLC, joining you virtually through Zoom, and along with my colleague Jasmine, who will be interpreting today's meeting into Spanish. Please allow me a quick minute while I give instructions in Spanish on how to access interpretation. If you join us in the camera, please seek a assistant who can give you audifons to hear in Spanish. Thank you very much. Thank you very much, Sam. Welcome to the Council of the Denver City Council on Monday, February 9, 2026. Council members, please join Councilmember Torres in the Pledge of Allegiance. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Council members, please then Council Member Torres, as they lead us in the Denver City Council land acknowledgement. The Denver City Council honors and acknowledges that the land on which we reside is the traditional territory of the U, Coyann, and Arapaho people. We also recognize the 48 contemporary tribal nations that are historically tied to the lands that make up the state of Colorado. We honor elders past, present, and future, and those who have stewarded this land throughout generations. We also recognize that government, academic, and cultural institutions were founded upon and continue to enact exclusions and erasures of Indigenous peoples. This acknowledgement demonstrated commitment to working to dismantle ongoing legacies of oppression and inequities and recognize the current and future contributions of Indigenous communities in Denver. Thank you. Madam Secretary, roll call. Ms. Sawyer. Albizas? Here. Flynn? Here. Gilmore? Here. Gonzalez-Gutieres? Here. Hines? Here. Cashman? Here. Lewis? Present. Charity? Here. Romero-Campo? Here. Flores? Here. Watson? Here. Madam President Sandoval? Here. 13 members present. There are 13 members present. Council has approval of the minutes. Are there corrections to the minutes of February 2nd? Seeing none, the meeting stand approved. Council announcements. Are there any council announcements from members? Council Member Parity. I got in the queue first and have to pull up my actual date. But I have community coffee coming up in District 8 on East Colfax. Anyone from around the city is welcome, of course. We're happy to be doing it at Quinn's Coffee, which participated in the general strike last Friday and generally is just a really great and accessible community space. Their coffee's great. So I believe it is next Thursday from 10 to 11.30. Yes, next Thursday, 10 to 11.30. On my social media, you can RSVP if you want to or just show up. That's always fine, too. Thank you.
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