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Tuesday, January 28, 2025  
9:00 AM  
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1. Call to Order and Roll Call  
President Helms called the meeting to order at 9:06 AM.  
9 -  
Present:  
Councilmember Yolanda Avila, President Pro Tem Lynette Crow-Iverson,  
Councilmember Dave Donelson, President Randy Helms, Councilmember Nancy  
Henjum, Councilmember David Leinweber, Councilmember Mike O'Malley,  
Councilmember Brian Risley, and Councilmember Michelle Talarico  
Councilmember O'Malley left the meeting at approximately 10:15 AM and  
returned at approximately 10:45 AM.  
2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance  
President Helms called the meeting to order at 9:06 AM.  
3. Changes to Agenda/Postponements  
The Invocation was made by Pastor David Vahle from the Rustic Hills  
Baptist Church.  
President Helms led the Pledge of Allegiance.  
25-084  
11.C.  
A Resolution submitting to the qualified electors of Colorado springs,  
Colorado, at the general municipal election to be held on Tuesday, April  
1, 2025, a ballot question to amend the City of Colorado Springs City  
Code, thereby allowing Class 1 Electrical Assisted Bicycles on City  
Parks Properties and Trails, providing for the form of the ballot title and  
text, providing for certain matters with respect to the election, and  
providing the effective date of this Resolution  
Presenter:  
Nancy Henjum, City Councilmember, District 5  
Attachments: RES - E-Bike Referral 1.22.25  
This item was postponed indefinitely.  
Motion by Councilmember Henjum, seconded by Councilmember Talarico, that  
the Resolution submitting to the qualified electors of Colorado springs, Colorado,  
at the general municipal election to be held on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, a ballot  
question to amend the City of Colorado Springs City Code, thereby allowing  
Class 1 Electrical Assisted Bicycles on City Parks Properties and Trails, providing  
for the form of the ballot title and text, providing for certain matters with respect  
to the election, and providing the effective date of this Resolution be postponed  
indefinitely. The motion passed by a vote of 8-1-0-0  
8 - Avila, Crow-Iverson, Donelson, Helms, Henjum, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
1 - Leinweber  
Aye:  
No:  
4. Consent Calendar  
These items will be acted upon as a whole, unless a specific item is called for  
discussion by a Councilmember or a citizen wishing to address the City Council.  
(Any items called up for separate consideration shall be acted upon following the  
Mayor's Business.)  
4A. Second Presentation:  
24-706  
4A.A.  
Ordinance No. 25-02 creating a new Section 108 (Carrying of a Firearm  
In Government Buildings) of Part 1 (Dangerous and Deadly Weapons) of  
Article 7 (Dangerous Weapons and Substances) of Chapter 9 (Public  
Offenses) of the Code Of The City Of Colorado Springs 2001, as  
amended, Pertaining To Carrying Firearms  
Presenter:  
Benjamin Bolinger, Legislative Counsel, Office of the City Attorney  
Attachments: 24-706 Sensitive Spaces-ORD-2024-12-03  
24-706 2024a_131_signed  
Signed Ordinance No. 25-02.pdf  
This Ordinance was finally passed on the Consent Calendar.  
4A.B. SUBD-24-01 Ordinance No. 25-03 vacating a portion of the public alley consisting of  
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0.166 acres located at the northeast corner of Columbine Place and  
Windsor Avenue.  
(Legislative)  
Located in Council District 5  
Presenter:  
Logan Hubble, Planner II, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director, City Planning Department  
Attachments: Ordinance_Tara Custom Homes ROW Vacation_final  
Exhibit A_Vacation Plat  
Attachment 1_Project Statement  
Attachment 2_Neighbor Comments  
Attachment 3_Neighbor Comment Response  
Staff Presentation_Tara Custom Homes ROW Vacation  
Signed Ordinance No. 25-03.pdf  
This Ordinance was finally passed on the Consent Calendar.  
4A.C. CODE-24-00 Ordinance No. 25-04 amending Section 307 (Park Land Dedications) of  
03  
Article 4 (Development Standards and Incentives) of Chapter 7 (Unified  
Development Code (UDC)) of the Code of the City of Colorado Springs  
2001, as amended, pertaining to Park Land Dedications. (Legislative)  
Presenter:  
Caroline Miller, Park Land Dedication Ordinance Program  
Administrator, Planning Department  
Lonna Thelen, Parks Design and Development Manager/TOPS  
Manager, Parks Recreation and Cultural Services  
Attachments: Staff Report_CC Work Session_PLDO 2025 Acreage and Fee Update  
Attachment 1 - 2024 PLDO Appraisal  
Attachment 2 - Existing Fee Schedule  
Attachment 3 - ACS Household Data  
ORD-Park Land Dedication Acreage  
7.4.307 PARK LAND DEDICATIONS  
7.5.702 AMENDMENT TO UDC TEXT  
PLDO - Acreage & Fee Update - City Council Presentation  
HBA - 2025 PLDO Fee Letter  
Signed Ordinance No. 25-04.pdf  
This Ordinance was finally passed on the Consent Calendar.  
25-022  
4A.D.  
Ordinance No. 25-05 amending Section 104 (Appeals) of Article 13  
(Relocation Policy and Program) of Chapter 6 (Neighborhood  
Vitality/Community Health) of the Code of the City of Colorado Springs  
2001, as amended, pertaining to Relocation Application Appeals.  
Presenter:  
Jessica Davis, Manager, Colorado Springs Utilities  
Gayle Sturdivant, City Engineer/Deputy Public Works Director  
Kellie Billingsley, Real Estate Services Manager  
Travas Deal, Chief Executive Officer, Colorado Springs Utilities  
Attachments: 11-4-24 rev- Ordinance - Code Chapter 6 re relocation appeals panel  
Signed Ordinance No. 25-05.pdf  
This Ordinance was finally passed on the Consent Calendar.  
25-023  
4A.E.  
Ordinance No. 25-06 amending Section 201 (Permits Required) of Part  
2 (Use and Occupancy of Public Property) of Article 2 (City Properties)  
of Chapter 3 (Public Property and Public Works) of the Code of the City  
of Colorado Springs 2001, as amended, pertaining to the Real Estate  
Manual.  
Presenter:  
Jessica Davis, Manager, Colorado Springs Utilities  
Gayle Sturdivant, City Engineer/Deputy Public Works Director  
Kellie Billingsley, Real Estate Services Manager  
Travas Deal, Chief Executive Officer, Colorado Springs Utilties  
Attachments: Ordinance - Code Chapter 3 re permits and licenses  
Signed Ordinance No. 25-06.pdf  
This Ordinance was finally passed on the Consent Calendar.  
25-024  
4A.F.  
Ordinance No. 25-07 amending Article 1 (General Provisions) of  
Chapter 12 (Utilities) of the Code of the City of Colorado Springs 2001,  
as amended, pertaining to the Real Estate Manual.  
Presenter:  
Jessica Davis, Manager, Colorado Springs Utilities  
Gayle Sturdivant, City Engineer/Deputy Public Works Director  
Kellie Billingsley, Real Estate Services Manager  
Travas Deal, Chief Executive Officer, Colorado Springs Utilities  
Attachments: Ordinance - Code Chapter 12 re permits and licenses  
Signed Ordinance No. 25-07.pdf  
This Ordinance was finally passed on the Consent Calendar.  
4B. First Presentation:  
25-074  
4B.A.  
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 14, 2025  
Presenter:  
Sarah B. Johnson, City Clerk  
Attachments: 1-14-2025 City Council Meeting Minutes Final  
The Minutes were approved on the Consent Calendar.  
4B.B. CODE-24-00 A Resolution amending the Fee Schedule for fees in lieu of park land  
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dedication as provided for in the Park Land Dedication Ordinance.  
(Legislative)  
Presenter:  
Caroline Miller, Park Land Dedication Ordinance Program  
Administrator, Planning Department  
Lonna Thelen, Parks Design and Development Manager/TOPS  
Manager, Parks Recreation and Cultural Services  
Attachments: RES-PLDO Fee Schedule  
Signed Resolution No. 09-25.pdf  
This Resolution was adopted on the Consent Calendar.  
4B.C. CODE-24-00 A Resolution amending the City of Colorado Springs Park Land  
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Dedication Ordinance Criteria Manual. (Legislative)  
Presenter:  
Caroline Miller, Park Land Dedication Ordinance Program  
Administrator, Planning Department  
Lonna Thelen, Parks Design and Development Manager/TOPS  
Manager, Parks Recreation and Cultural Services  
Attachments: RES-PLDO Criteria Manual  
Signed Resolution No. 10-25.pdf  
This Resolution was adopted on the Consent Calendar.  
25-039  
4B.D.  
The City Clerk reports that on December 27, 2024, there was filed with  
her a petition for the annexation of OTR Addition No. 1 Annexation. The  
City Clerk herewith communicates such to City Council and recommends  
that the petition and map be referred to the City Administration for review  
and recommendation regarding whether the petition is in substantial  
compliance with Section 31-12-107(1).  
Presenter:  
Sarah B. Johnson, City Clerk  
Attachments: 1. OTR-Petition for Annexation.pdf  
2. OTR Addition No. 1 - Annexation Plat.pdf  
3. OTR Addition No. 1 - Legal Description.docx  
4. OTR - Vicinity Map.pdf  
This Item was approved on the Consent Calendar.  
25-030  
4B.E.  
A Resolution authorizing the acquisition of real property, permanent  
easements and temporary easements using PPRTA funds for the  
Marksheffel Road - North Carefree to Dublin Project.  
Presenter:  
Gayle Sturdivant, PE, PMP, City Engineer/Deputy Public Works Director  
Kellie Billingsley, Real Estate Services Manager  
Attachments: 1_Oly_VanDW - Location Map  
2_Oly_VanDW - Resolution  
3_Resolution - Exhibit A  
4_Resolution - Exhibit B  
5_Resolution - Exhibit C  
6_Marksheffel - Oly_VanDW Presentation  
Signed Resolution No. 11-25.pdf  
This Resolution was adopted on the Consent Calendar.  
25-031  
4B.F.  
An Ordinance Amending Section 203 (Application For License; Fees;  
Term; Bond And Insurance Requirements; Suspension Or Revocation)  
Of Part 2 (Excavations) Of Article 3 (Streets And Public Ways) Of  
Chapter 3 (Public Property And Public Works) Of The Code Of The City  
Of Colorado Springs 2001, As Amended, Pertaining To Excavator Stop  
Work Orders  
Presenter:  
Gayle Sturdivant, PE, PMP, City Engineer/Deputy Public Works Director  
Tyra Sandy, PE, Engineering Program Manager/Assistant City Engineer  
Attachments: 1_PW-ExcavatorStopWorkOrder-ORD-2024-11-26  
2_Presentation  
This Ordinance was approved on first reading on the Consent Calendar.  
4B.G. ANEX-24-00 A Resolution finding a petition for annexation of the area known as  
13R  
Southern Colorado Rail Park Addition No. 1 Annexation consisting of  
3,107.90 acres to be in substantial compliance with section  
31-12-107(1), C.R.S. and setting a hearing date of March 11, 2025, for  
the Colorado Springs City Council to consider the annexation of the  
area.  
(Legislative)  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, Planning Department  
Attachments: Resolution Setting Hearing Date_SCRP  
Exhibit A - SCRP - Petition for Annexation  
EXHIBIT 12B_Clerk Affidavit_SCRP  
Memo to Clerk to advertise_SCRP  
PUBLIC NOTICE_SCRP  
Vicinity Map.pdf  
Signed Resolution No. 12-25.pdf  
This Resolution was adopted on the Consent Calendar.  
4B.I. ANEX-23-00 A Resolution finding a petition for annexation of the area known as  
21R  
Summit View Addition No. 1 Annexation consisting of 32 acres to be in  
substantial compliance with section 31-12-107(1), C.R.S. and setting a  
hearing date of March 11, 2025, for the Colorado Springs City Council to  
consider the annexation of the area.  
(Legislative)  
Presenter:  
Chris Sullivan, Senior Planner, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, City Planning Department  
Attachments: Resolution Setting Hearing Date_Summit View_12.26.2024.docx  
Exhibit A1_Petition for Annexation_Summit View  
Exhibit A2_Petition for Annexation_Summit View  
EXHIBIT 12B_Clerk Affidavit (DRAFT)  
Legal Description_Summit View  
Planner Affidavit_12.26.2024  
Public Notice_Summit View Addition No. 1_12.26.2024  
Surveyor Affidavit_092624_Summit View  
Vicinity Map_Summit View Addition No. 1  
Clerk Memo to Adver_Summit View Addition No. 1_12.26.2024  
Signed Resolution No. 13-25.pdf  
This Resolution was adopted on the Consent Calendar.  
Approval of the Consent Agenda  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Talarico,  
that all matters on the Consent Calendar be passed, adopted, and approved  
by unanimous consent of the members present. The motion passed by a vote  
of 9-0-0-0  
9 -  
Aye:  
Avila, Crow-Iverson, Donelson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley,  
and Talarico  
5. Recognitions  
President Helms announced the retirement of Jacqueline Rowland, City  
Auditor, who’s last day with the City will be Friday, January 31, 2025.  
Several Councilmembers and Mayor Yemi acknowledged Ms. Rowland  
and her many achievements during her career with the City.  
Ms. Rowland expressed appreciation for the recognition and the  
contributions of her team.  
25-075  
5.A.  
A Joint Proclamation in Recognition recognizing February 2025 as  
Black History Month  
Presenter:  
Randy Helms, Council President and Councilmember District 2  
Mayor Yemi Mobolade  
Attachments: Black History Month Proclamation 2025  
President Helms and Mayor Yemi read a joint Proclamation in recognizing  
February 2025 as Black History Month.  
Mayor Yemi recognized the importance of recognizing and celebrating  
Black History Month, the many achievements of Black leaders and Black  
Americans.  
Candice McKnight, President and Chief Executive Officer, African  
American Historical Society of Colorado Springs, provided a brief  
overview of the City’s African American museum, the many  
accomplishments of African Americans, and the Black History Month  
kick-off fair/soul food luncheon scheduled for Saturday, February 1, 2025,  
from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at the Family History Center  
Sister Daphne LaTour from the Word of Life Church sang a song in  
recognition of and in honor of Black History Month.  
Councilmember Henjum stated on February 23, 2025 at 4:00 PM, One  
Body ENT will sponsor a Black History production of The Wiz at Harrison  
High School.  
Councilmember Avila recognized Willie Brazil, JJ Frazier, Jennifer Smith,  
D Smith, Pastor Ben Anderson, Pastor Wanda Anderson, Promise Lee,  
and Jim Mason for all their work which has contributed to the strength of the  
City.  
6. Mayor's Business  
25-078  
6.A.  
Nomination to appoint Aimee Cox to serve on the Colorado Springs  
Housing Authority Board.  
Presenter:  
Mayor Yemi Mobolade  
Mayor Yemi presented the nomination to appoint Aimee Cox to serve on  
the Colorado Springs Housing Authority (CSHA) Board. He identified her  
credentials for this position and achievements during her time with the City.  
Several Councilmembers expressed support of Mayor Yemi’s nomination.  
Councilmember Henjum asked what perspective and vision Ms. Cox will  
bring to the position. Ms. Cox stated she was raised in Colorado Springs  
and understands the benefits of housing stability.  
Councilmember Donelson requested a brief description of what the CSHA  
does. Ms. Cox provided a brief overview of the role, functions, and  
responsibilities of the CSHA.  
Councilmember Donelson asked if there has previously been a member of  
the Administration appointed to this Board. Ms. Cox stated it has  
previously been a member of City Council. Wynetta Massey, City Attorney,  
stated state statute permits the appointment of a City official.  
Motion by Councilmember Henjum, seconded by Councilmember Leinweber,  
that the appointment of Aimee Cox to serve for the remainder of Eric Phillips'  
term on the Colorado Springs Housing Authority Board, expiring on April 16, 2026  
be approved. The motion passed by a vote of 9-0-0-0  
9 -  
Aye:  
Avila, Crow-Iverson, Donelson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and  
Talarico  
7. Citizen Discussion For Items Not On Today's Agenda  
Citizens Veronica Baker, Gloria Carpenter, and Lisa Bigelow spoke about  
the vacant position to the Pikes Peak Library Board of Trustees and  
requested the appointment process be subject to the Sunshine Law  
allowing public involvement and transparency.  
Citizens Jenna Delecek, Lawrence Clark, and Sed Keller requested more  
support and assistance for people experiencing homelessness.  
Citizen Lonnie Mera spoke about need for stop signs and streetlights in his  
neighborhood at Las Vegas Street and Nevada Avenue.  
8. Items Called Off Consent Calendar  
4B.H. ZONE-24-00 An ordinance to amend the zoning map of the City of Colorado Springs  
14 pertaining to 2.22 acres located at 520 North Twentieth Street from R-2  
(Two-Family Residential) to R-Flex-Med/CR (R-Flex Medium Scale with  
Conditions of Record).Conditions of Record - five (5) or more attached  
units or apartments are not permitted.  
(Quasi-Judicial) (1st Reading only to set the public hearing for February  
11, 2025)  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Attachments: Staff Report_Uintah Townhomes_RGS  
Attachment 1 - Project Statement  
Attachment 2 - Neighborhood Correspondence  
Attachment 3 - Traffic Impact Study  
Attachment 4 - Geological Hazard Report  
Attachment 5 - Exhibit A and B - Legal Description and Zoning Map  
Depiction  
Attachment 6 - Development Plan  
Attachment 7 - Context Map  
Attachment 8 - Westside Generalized Land Use Map  
7.5.704 ZONING MAP AMENDMENT (REZONING)  
Ordinance_Uintah Townhomes  
Exhibit A and B - Legal Description and Zoning Map Depiction  
Staff Presentation_Uintah Townhomes  
Councilmember Donelson stated he called this item off the Consent  
Calendar because it is a rezoning item and wanted to make sure citizens  
are aware the public hearing will be held at the February 11, 2025 City  
Council meeting and asked if a citizen is permitted to speak on the item  
today. Wynetta Massey, City Attorney, read City Code Section 7.5.407(D)  
(3)(c) and stated this Ordinance is on today’s Agenda to approve on first  
reading so it can be considered at the public hearing with the other  
applications at the February 11, 2025 City Council meeting.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Talarico,  
that the Ordinance amending the zoning map of the City of Colorado Springs  
pertaining to 2.22 acres located at 520 North Twentieth Street from R-2  
(Two-Family Residential) to R-Flex-Med/CR (R-Flex Medium Scale with  
Conditions of Record) for the purpose of providing notice and setting a public  
hearing date for February 11, 2025, to consider the Uintah Townhomes zone  
change ordinance be approved on first reading. The motion passed by a vote of  
8-0-1-0  
8 - Avila, Crow-Iverson, Donelson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, Risley, and Talarico  
1 - O'Malley  
Aye:  
Absent:  
9. Utilities Business  
25-049  
9.A.  
Consideration of a Resolution Regarding Certain Changes to The  
Colorado Springs Utilities’ Open Access Transmission Tariff  
Presenter:  
Travas Deal, Chief Executive Officer, Colorado Springs Utilities  
Tristan Gearhart, Chief Planning and Finance Officer, Colorado Springs  
Utilities  
David Beckett, Senior Attorney, City Attorney’s Office - Utilities Division  
Attachments: 2025 OATT Filling - Resolution 1.28  
2025_DO_OATT-1.28.25  
Signed Resolution No. 14-25.pdf  
David Beckett, Senior Attorney, City Attorney's Office, Utilities Division,  
presented the review of the draft Decision and Order Resolution adopting  
certain changes to the Colorado Springs Utilities Open Access  
Transmission Tariff (OATT).  
There were no comments on this item.  
Motion by Councilmember Henjum, seconded by Councilmember Donelson, that  
the Resolution regarding certain changes to The Colorado Springs Utilities’ Open  
Access Transmission Tariff be adopted. The motion passed by a vote of 9-0-0-0  
9 -  
Aye:  
Avila, Crow-Iverson, Donelson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and  
Talarico  
10. Unfinished Business  
10.A. ANEX-23-00 Ordinance No. 25-11 annexing the area known as Karman Line Addition  
09  
No. 1 located along existing Bradley Road consisting of 0.73 acres.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-23-0009RF, ANEX-23-0009, ANEX-23-0010RF,  
ANEX-23-0010, ANEX-23-0011RF, ANEX-23-0011,  
ANEX-23-0012RF, ANEX-23-0012, ANEX-23-0013RF,  
ANEX-23-0013, ANEX-23-0014RF, ANEX-23-0014, ZONE-23-0009,  
MAPN-23-0002  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 4.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: Staff Report_Karman Line_RGS  
Attachment 1 - Project Statement - Annexation  
Attachment 2 - Project Statement - Zone Establishment  
Attachment 3 - Project Statement - Land Use Plan  
Attachment 4 - City Annexations by Decade  
Attachment 5 - County Zoning  
Attachment 6 - Public Comments  
Attachment 7 - School District Letter of Support  
Attachment 8 - 3 Mile Buffer  
Attachment 9 - Karman Line Additions - Annexation Plats  
Attachment 10 - Fiscal Impact Analysis  
Attachment 11 - Exhibit A and B - Zone Establishment  
Attachment 12 - Draft Annexation Agreement  
Attachment 13 - Karman Line Land Use Plan  
Attachment 14 - Vicinity Map  
Attachment 15 - CSPD Communication Letter  
7.5.701 ANNEXATION OF LAND  
Ordinance - Annexation Karman Line Addition 1 - ANEX-23-0009  
Exhibit A - Karman Line Addition 1 - ANEX-23-0009  
Signed Ordinance No. 25-11.pdf  
Please see comments in Agenda item 11.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Talarico,  
that the Ordinance No. 25-11 annexing into the City of Colorado Springs the area  
known as Karman Line Addition No. 1 consisting of 0.73 acres, based upon the  
findings that the annexation complies with the Conditions for Annexation Criteria  
as set forth in City Code Section 7.5.701 be finally passed. The motion passed by  
a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Avila, Crow-Iverson, Helms, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Donelson, and Henjum  
Aye:  
No:  
10.B. ANEX-23-00 Ordinance No. 25-12 annexing the area known as Karman Line Addition  
10  
No. 2 located along existing Bradley Road consisting of 1.57 acres.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-23-0009RF, ANEX-23-0009, ANEX-23-0010RF,  
ANEX-23-0010, ANEX-23-0011RF, ANEX-23-0011,  
ANEX-23-0012RF, ANEX-23-0012, ANEX-23-0013RF,  
ANEX-23-0013, ANEX-23-0014RF, ANEX-23-0014, ZONE-23-0009,  
MAPN-23-0002  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 4.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: 7.5.701 ANNEXATION OF LAND  
Ordinance - Annexation Karman Line Addition 2 - ANEX-23-0010  
Exhibit A - Karman Line Addition 2 - ANEX-23-0010  
Signed Ordinance No. 25-12.pdf  
Please see comments in Agenda item 11.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Talarico,  
that the Ordinance No. 25-12 annexing into the City of Colorado Springs the area  
known as Karman Line Addition No. 2 consisting of 1.57 acres, based upon the  
findings that the annexation complies with the Conditions for Annexation Criteria  
as set forth in City Code Section 7.5.701 be finally passed. The motion passed by  
a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Avila, Crow-Iverson, Helms, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Donelson, and Henjum  
Aye:  
No:  
10.C. ANEX-23-00 Ordinance No. 25-13 annexing the area known as Karman Line Addition  
11  
No. 3 located along existing Bradley Road consisting of 4.65 acres.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-23-0009RF, ANEX-23-0009, ANEX-23-0010RF,  
ANEX-23-0010, ANEX-23-0011RF, ANEX-23-0011,  
ANEX-23-0012RF, ANEX-23-0012, ANEX-23-0013RF,  
ANEX-23-0013, ANEX-23-0014RF, ANEX-23-0014, ZONE-23-0009,  
MAPN-23-0002  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 4.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: 7.5.701 ANNEXATION OF LAND  
Ordinance - Annexation Karman Line Addition 3 - ANEX-23-0011  
Exhibit A - Karman Line Addition 3 - ANEX-23-0011  
Signed Ordinance No. 25-13.pdf  
Please see comments in Agenda item 11.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Talarico,  
that the Ordinance No. 25-13 annexing into the City of Colorado Springs the area  
known as Karman Line Addition No. 3 consisting of 4.65 acres, based upon the  
findings that the annexation complies with the Conditions for Annexation Criteria  
as set forth in City Code Section 7.5.701 be finally passed. The motion passed by  
a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Avila, Crow-Iverson, Helms, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Donelson, and Henjum  
Aye:  
No:  
10.D. ANEX-23-00 Ordinance No. 25-14 annexing the area known as Karman Line Addition  
12  
No. 4 located along existing Bradley Road consisting of 11.60 acres.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-23-0009RF, ANEX-23-0009, ANEX-23-0010RF,  
ANEX-23-0010, ANEX-23-0011RF, ANEX-23-0011,  
ANEX-23-0012RF, ANEX-23-0012, ANEX-23-0013RF,  
ANEX-23-0013, ANEX-23-0014RF, ANEX-23-0014, ZONE-23-0009,  
MAPN-23-0002  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 4.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: 7.5.701 ANNEXATION OF LAND  
Ordinance - Annexation Karman Line Addition 4 - ANEX-23-0012  
Exhibit A - Karman Line Addition 4 - ANEX-23-0012  
Signed Ordinance No. 25-14.pdf  
Please see comments in Agenda item 11.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Risley, that  
the Ordinance No. 25-14 annexing into the City of Colorado Springs the area  
known as Karman Line Addition No. 4 consisting of 11.60 acres, based upon the  
findings that the annexation complies with the Conditions for Annexation Criteria  
as set forth in City Code Section 7.5.701 be finally passed. The motion passed by  
a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Avila, Crow-Iverson, Helms, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Donelson, and Henjum  
Aye:  
No:  
10.E. ANEX-23-00 Ordinance No. 25-15 annexing the area known as Karman Line Addition  
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No. 5 located along existing Bradley Road consisting of 17.83 acres.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-23-0009RF, ANEX-23-0009, ANEX-23-0010RF,  
ANEX-23-0010, ANEX-23-0011RF, ANEX-23-0011,  
ANEX-23-0012RF, ANEX-23-0012, ANEX-23-0013RF,  
ANEX-23-0013, ANEX-23-0014RF, ANEX-23-0014, ZONE-23-0009,  
MAPN-23-0002  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 4.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: 7.5.701 ANNEXATION OF LAND  
Ordinance - Annexation Karman Line Addition 5 - ANEX-23-0013  
Exhibit A - Karman Line Addition 5 - ANEX-23-0013  
Signed Ordinance No. 25-15.pdf  
Please see comments in Agenda item 11.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Talarico, seconded by Councilmember Risley, that the  
Ordinance No. 25-15 annexing the area known as Karman Line Addition No. 5  
located along existing Bradley Road consisting of 17.83 acres be finally passed.  
The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Avila, Crow-Iverson, Helms, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Donelson, and Henjum  
Aye:  
No:  
10.F. ANEX-23-00 Ordinance No. 25-16 annexing the area known as Karman Line Addition  
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No. 6 located northwest of the Bradley Road and Curtis Road  
intersection consisting of 1,760.74 acres.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-23-0009RF, ANEX-23-0009, ANEX-23-0010RF,  
ANEX-23-0010, ANEX-23-0011RF, ANEX-23-0011,  
ANEX-23-0012RF, ANEX-23-0012, ANEX-23-0013RF,  
ANEX-23-0013, ANEX-23-0014RF, ANEX-23-0014, ZONE-23-0009,  
MAPN-23-0002  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 4.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: 7.5.701 ANNEXATION OF LAND  
Ordinance - Annexation Karman Line Addition 6 - ANEX-23-0014  
Exhibit A - Karman Line Addition 6 - ANEX-23-0014  
Signed Ordinance No. 25-16.pdf  
Please see comments in Agenda item 11.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Risley, that  
the Ordinance No. 25-16 annexing into the City of Colorado Springs the area  
known as Karman Line Addition No. 6 consisting of 1,760.74 acres, based upon  
the findings that the annexation complies with the Conditions for Annexation  
Criteria as set forth in City Code Section 7.5.701 be finally passed. The motion  
passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Avila, Crow-Iverson, Helms, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
Aye:  
No:  
2 - Donelson, and Henjum  
10.G. ZONE-23-00 Ordinance No. 25-17 establishing a A/SS-O (Agriculture with  
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Streamside Overlay) zone district for 1,760.74 acres located northwest  
of the Bradley Road and Curtis Road intersection.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-23-0009RF, ANEX-23-0009, ANEX-23-0010RF,  
ANEX-23-0010, ANEX-23-0011RF, ANEX-23-0011,  
ANEX-23-0012RF, ANEX-23-0012, ANEX-23-0013RF,  
ANEX-23-0013, ANEX-23-0014RF, ANEX-23-0014, ZONE-23-0009,  
MAPN-23-0002  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 4.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: 7.5.704 ZONING MAP AMENDMENT (REZONING)  
Zoning Ordinance-Karman Line.docx  
Exhibit A and B - Zone Establishment  
Signed Ordinance No. 25-17.pdf  
Please see comments in Agenda item 11.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Talarico, seconded by Councilmember Leinweber,  
that the Ordinance No. 25-17 establishing 1,760.74 acres as A/SS-O (Agriculture  
with Streamside Overlay) zone district, based upon the findings that the zone  
establishment request complies with the criteria for granting a zone  
establishment as set forth in City Code Section 7.5.704 be finally passed. The  
motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Avila, Crow-Iverson, Helms, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Donelson, and Henjum  
Aye:  
No:  
24-704  
10.H.  
Ordinance No. 25-01 amending section 112 (Sitting or Lying Down in  
Commercial Districts) of Article 2 (Offenses Affecting Public Safety) of  
Chapter 9 Public Offenses) of the Code of the City of Colorado Springs  
2001, as amended, pertaining to sitting or lying in commercial districts  
Presenter:  
Jessie Kimber, Director, Economic Development  
Shannon Snuggs, Commander - Gold Hill Division, CSPD  
Attachments: 24-704-SitLieCommercialDistrictORD-2024-11-19  
22-07  
Jessie Kimber, Director, Economic Development, introduced the  
Ordinance pertaining to sitting or lying in commercial districts zone  
expansion.  
Citizens Emrys Jenkins, Dana Trummert, Charlie Ojeman, Jacob Shep,  
and Keyvon Carswell spoke in opposition of the proposed Ordinance.  
President Helms stated he believes this Ordinance has the potential to help  
the City’s homeless and unhoused population by being directed to services  
versus being jailed. Ms. Kimber stated the sit/lie Ordinance is a tool to  
allow law enforcement to enforce measures, provide resources, and it is  
part of the whole government approach which works collectively to assist  
businesses and citizens.  
Councilmember Avila expressed appreciation to the citizens who came to  
speak today and will not be voting to approve this Ordinance because she  
believes it criminalizes homelessness.  
Councilmember Donelson stated he will be supporting this Ordinance due  
to the limited options they have to help small business owners along these  
streets.  
Motion by Councilmember O'Malley, seconded by President Pro Tem  
Crow-Iverson, that the Ordinance No. 25-01 amending City Code 9.2.112 to revise  
the boundaries of the Central Commercial District be finally passed. The motion  
passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Donelson, Helms, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Henjum  
Aye:  
No:  
25-034  
10.I.  
Ordinance No. 25-08 amending Article 2 (Marijuana) of Chapter 2  
(Business Licensing, Liquor Regulation and Taxation) of the code of the  
City of Colorado Springs 2001, as amended, pertaining to marijuana  
licensing  
Presenter:  
Sarah B. Johnson, City Clerk  
Lee McRae, Senior License Enforcement Officer, Office of the City Clerk  
Attachments: ORD_RMJ_Final.docx  
There were no comments on this item.  
Motion by Councilmember Avila, seconded by Councilmember Henjum, that the  
Ordinance No. 25.08 amending multiple sections within Part 1 (Medical Marijuana  
License Code) of Article 2 (Marijuana) of Chapter 2 (Business Licensing, Liquor  
Regulation and Taxation) of the code of the City of Colorado Springs 2001, as  
amended, pertaining to medical and retail marijuana related services be finally  
passed. The motion passed by a vote of 8-1-0-0  
8 - Avila, Crow-Iverson, Donelson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, Risley, and Talarico  
1 - O'Malley  
Aye:  
No:  
25-036  
10.J.  
Ordinance No. 25-09 Creating a New Article 13 (Retail Marijuana Sales  
Tax) of Chapter 2 (Business Licensing, Liquor Regulation and Taxation)  
of the Code of the City of Colorado Springs 2001, as amended,  
Pertaining to Retail Marijuana Sales Tax Code  
Presenter:  
Charae McDaniel, Chief Financial Officer  
Attachments: SalesTax-Article13RetailMarijuana-ORD-2025-01-08.docx  
Statement of Sufficiency - Retail Marijuana Sales Tax  
There were no comments on this item.  
Motion by Councilmember Avila, seconded by Councilmember Henjum, that the  
Ordinance No. 25-09 Creating a New Article 13 (Retail Marijuana Sales Tax) of  
Chapter 2 (Business Licensing, Liquor Regulation and Taxation) of the Code of  
the City of Colorado Springs 2001, as amended, Pertaining to Retail Marijuana  
Sales Tax Code be finally passed. The motion passed by a vote of 8-1-0-0  
8 - Avila, Crow-Iverson, Donelson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, Risley, and Talarico  
1 - O'Malley  
Aye:  
No:  
25-029  
10.K.  
Ordinance No. 25-10 amending Chapter 7 (Unified Development Code)  
of the Code of the City of Colorado Springs 2001, as amended,  
pertaining to Medical and Retail Marijuana. (Quasi-Judicial) (Second  
Reading and Public Hearing).  
Presenter:  
Kevin Walker, Director, Planning Department  
Attachments: UDC-RegulatedMarijuana-ORD_2025-01-16  
Ballot Quesion 300  
Signed Ordinance No. 24-90  
Councilmember Henjum stated she will be voting no on the proposed  
amendment not because they should not have the regulations that meet the  
1,000-foot requirement in the ballot passed initiative but because of  
Section 6 which predisposes a ballot initiative which will repeal Ballot  
Question 300. President Helms stated the City Attorney’s Office wanted  
that section included.  
Councilmember Donelson stated they reduced the distance buffer from one  
mile to 1,000 feet for retail marijuana facilities because they felt it was fair  
since that is the distance which was voted for and that is the distance buffer  
for medical marijuana facilities.  
Motion by President Pro Tem Crow-Iverson, seconded by Councilmember  
Henjum, that the Ordinance No. 25-10 amending Chapter 7 (Unified Development  
Code) of the Code of the City of Colorado Springs 2001, as amended, pertaining  
to Medical and Retail Marijuana be finally passed. The motion passed by a vote  
of 6-3-0-0  
6 - Crow-Iverson, Donelson, Helms, Leinweber, Risley, and Talarico  
Aye:  
3 - Avila, Henjum, and O'Malley  
No:  
11. New Business  
25-081  
11.A.  
A Resolution amending Resolution No. 08-25 superseding and replacing  
the annexation agreement for the annexation of property known as  
Karman Line Addition No. 6 Annexation.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-23-0009RF, ANEX-23-0009, ANEX-23-0010RF,  
ANEX-23-0010, ANEX-23-0011RF, ANEX-23-0011,  
ANEX-23-0012RF, ANEX-23-0012, ANEX-23-0013RF,  
ANEX-23-0013, ANEX-23-0014RF, ANEX-23-0014, ZONE-23-0009,  
MAPN-23-0002  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 4.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Attachments:  
ResFindofFact_ Karman Line Addition No. 6 -(Amendment to  
ANEX-23-0014RF)  
Exhibit A - Karman Line Annexation Agreement  
Signed Resolution No. 15-25.pdf  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, Planning Department, presented the  
Resolutions and Ordinances adopting findings of fact and conclusions of  
law based thereon and determining the eligibility for annexation and  
annexing the area known as Karman Line Addition No. 6 Annexation  
located along existing Bradley Road. He provided an overview of the  
proposed changes to the annexation agreement.  
Councilmember Henjum asked how the Colorado Springs Fire Department  
(CSFD) could utilize a site if there is not a building located there.  
Councilmember O’Malley stated it is his understanding that CSFD would  
use a mobile home as a temporary substation.  
Mike Ruebenson, Chief Operating Officer, LaPlata Communities,  
representing the applicant, stated they agree with the proposed changes to  
the annexation agreement, they have offered a location for the Colorado  
Springs Police Department (CSPD) for a training academy if they want it,  
but it has not been memorialized, and they are in compliance with the  
requirements of the water Ordinance, the twenty-eight percent buffer  
provides a contingency to the City to make sure it has enough water, and  
the design of their Master Planned communities are very water-wise and  
responsible with water.  
Andy Merit, O’Neill Group, representing the applicant, stated local  
leadership at Schriever Space Force stated they will not and cannot  
endorse a specific project, but one of the top priorities they identified is  
housing for the enlisted ranks so they will be implementing a pilot program  
which will set aside a percentage of rental housing at or below the  
allowance for their basic housing. He stated some other needs they  
identified for quality of life included a nearby grocery store and childcare  
facilities.  
Councilmember Leinweber asked why it is important to have a strategic  
plan to provide quality of life for families to live in. Mr. Ruebenson stated if  
you strictly look at the total number of infill acres available, there will not be  
enough that could be developed to accommodate the growth of the City  
and the benefits from a Master Planned community is that it incorporates all  
the factors that people want to live in.  
Citizens Allen Strass, Ann Rush, Rob Thompson, Allen Frantz, Kevin  
Storms, Gezelle Lowe, Linda Hodges, Jack Goble, Mike Bartolo, Jared  
Gardner, Chris Tomky, Ryan Hemphill, E.P. Henderson, and Sarah Shipley  
spoke in opposition of the annexation.  
Citizen Tom Hunt spoke in favor of the annexation.  
Councilmember Avila asked what percentage of water allocated for the  
City for use is for agricultural and what percentage is for urban use. Abbie  
Ortega, General Manager for infrastructure and Resource Planning,  
Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU), stated fifty percent of their first-use water  
comes from the Colorado River, twenty percent comes from exchange  
water, and eighty-seven percent is used for agriculture, seven percent is  
used in the urban environment, and the rest is used for industrial use.  
Councilmember Henjum requested additional information regarding how  
this decision will impact the water quality for growing water and CSU’s  
relationship with the residents of the Arkansas River Valley and future water  
rights. Mr. Goble stated water quality is becoming a greater concern  
because when you remove clean water from a river system, it will degrade  
the water quality and stated he would like to see an agreement with CSU  
similar to what they have with Aurora, CO, which would have a cap on the  
amount of water removed from the Arkansas River Valley.  
Councilmember Leinweber asked why more farmers have not adopted  
more water conservation systems. Mr. Goble stated they have adopted the  
Rule 10 Plan which will allow the crops to consume more water and drip  
systems are very cost prohibitive.  
Lisa Barbato, Chief Systems Planning and Projects Officer, CSU,  
commented that there is a lot of misinformation being communicated  
regarding CSU’s relationship with the farmers in the Arkansas River Valley  
and provided an overview of the work and conservation efforts they are  
accomplishing in the Arkansas River Valley.  
Travas Deal, Chief Executive Officer, CSU, stated CSU will figure out how  
to continue to work and partner with the Arkansas River Valley and as  
farming technology changes, there will be a need for additional controls  
such as flood irrigation controls.  
Councilmember Donelson asked if the CSPD Training Center should be  
centrally located. Commander Patrick David, CSPD, stated they are not  
prepared to address the location of the CSPD training academy at this  
time, but they know they would need at least eighteen acres and possibly  
even more to allow for expansion at a later time.  
Councilmember Donelson asked if CSPD response times for this area  
would be lengthier even for high priority calls. Commander David stated  
they cannot calculate the response times to that area yet without the roads  
being built and without any traffic data.  
Councilmember Donelson requested additional information regarding  
CSFD response times. Chris Cooper, Deputy Fire Marshal, CSFD, stated  
this proposed development does lie outside their standards of coverage so  
until there is a fire station in place, response times will be longer. He stated  
CSFD does have language in the annexation agreement for the developer  
to provide for a temporary fire station, a permanent fire station, and  
potentially a second fire station, when CSFD determines they are  
necessary.  
Councilmember Donelson asked if this area overlaps with any other  
existing service areas of other utilities. Mr. Deal confirmed it does with  
electric which is currently Mountain View service territory, so CSU would  
begin an invasion agreement with them.  
Councilmember Donelson stated the infill property north of the proposed  
annexation is not intended to be annexed into the City in the near to  
mid-term future and asked how long mid-term future. Mr. Sevigny stated  
they are not able to define that because it depends on the developments  
within the County and annexations are voluntary.  
Councilmember Donelson stated he will not be supporting this proposed  
annexation because he does not believe it meets the review criteria for  
annexation because it is not necessary for the projected growth of the City,  
the City would not be able to effectively and efficiently provide  
CSPD/CSFD services, the 2006 Annexation Plan does not contemplate  
the subject site for potential annexation, it will it negatively affect other  
Colorado residents, and it fails as a logical extension of City boundaries.  
Councilmember Henjum stated she agrees with Councilmember  
Donelson’s findings, it is a flagpole, which is illogical, it creates enclaves  
that do not serve the City at all, she believes there is sufficient housing on  
Schriever Space Force Base, the impact on development in regards to  
food production, water supply, the Colorado River, climate change, land,  
and wildlife is significant and requested that Councilmembers who will be  
voting yes, state why they are voting that way.  
Councilmember O’Malley asked if this annexation passed, it could ever be  
put back into the County. Marc Smith, Deputy City Attorney, City Attorney’s  
Office, confirmed that under the Colorado Revised Statutes (CRS) Section  
31-12-119, there is a process for disconnection and de-annexation due to  
failure to provide municipal service on a similar level to what is provided in  
the rest of the City, for a period of three years after annexation, the  
landowner can petition to disconnect from the City.  
Councilmember O’Malley stated he believes the market will drive this  
development.  
Councilmember Leinweber stated the City currently has a hodgepodge of  
unplanned stuff, such as east/west traffic patterns and when he defines  
smart growth, he sees developed communities which brings vitality to the  
area and the services that go with that, takes a while to put in place. He  
stated planned communities cannot just be put in anywhere and he wants  
the best life for future citizens so he full heartedly supports this annexation.  
President Helms stated he votes based on the information in totality, doing  
the right thing in totality and for the future of the City and he will be voting to  
support this annexation.  
Councilmember Talarico stated she honors the heritage of all the residents  
who came to speak today, and she will be reaffirming her supporting vote  
because she cannot imagine what the City would be like if Briargate was  
never annexed into the City and City Council needs to be thinking about the  
future of the City fifteen to thirty years from now.  
Councilmember Donelson stated the water supply and electricity  
generation is much different now than when Briargate was annexed into the  
City and if this property is annexed into the City, it will create a large  
enclave within the City.  
Councilmember Avila stated she represents the Southeast of Colorado  
Springs and the way it was developed was a hodgepodge, almost every  
intersection is a dangerous intersection with the top ten intersections for  
fatalities/injury being located there, there was no setup for stormwater,  
there is so much impervious surface, it is a heat island, when she makes a  
decision for City Council she weighs everything, including equity, they are  
looking for a win/win for everyone, the people in her district want a  
community development like they have up North, the developers are people  
of integrity who have proven themselves time and time again including  
conservation efforts, and she will be supporting this.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Talarico,  
that the Resolution amending Resolution No. 08-25 superseding and replacing the  
annexation agreement for the annexation of property known as Karman Line  
Addition No. 6 Annexation be adopted. The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Avila, Crow-Iverson, Helms, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Donelson, and Henjum  
Aye:  
No:  
25-082  
11.B.  
A Resolution submitting to the registered qualified electors of the City of  
Colorado Springs, Colorado, at the general municipal election to be held  
on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, a ballot question to repeal the initiated  
ordinance identified in the November 2024 special municipal election as  
Ballot Question 300, providing for the form of the ballot title and text,  
providing for certain matters with respect to the election, and providing  
the effective date of this Resolution  
Presenter:  
Dave Donelson, City Councilmember, District 1  
Attachments: RMJ Repeal Referral Resolution_1-22-25 (1).docx  
Signed Resolution No. 16-25.pdf  
President Helms introduced the Resolution submitting to the registered  
qualified electors of the City, at the general municipal election to be held on  
Tuesday, April 1, 2025, a ballot question to repeal the initiated ordinance  
identified in the November 2024 special municipal election as Ballot  
Question 300, providing for the form of the ballot title and text, providing for  
certain matters with respect to the election, and providing the effective date  
of this Resolution.  
Councilmember Donelson requested an amendment to the ballot question  
to “Shall the initiated Ordinance that appeared as Ballot Question 300 in  
the November 2024 election which legalized recreational marijuana sales  
for the first time in the City of Colorado Springs be repealed?” He stated it  
removes the words “the electors of the City of Colorado Springs” and  
moves the word “repealed” to the to the end so that it makes sense.  
Councilmember Donelson stated he believes Ballot Question 300 caused  
some confusion among some of the voters by listing out the restrictions  
which swung the vote for approval especially since the initiative failed in  
2022.  
Councilmember Henjum stated at the January 27, 2025 Work Session she  
requested the language “citizen” be added to the word “initiated” and “for  
existing medical marijuana licensees” for the proposed ballot question, but  
it was not approved by the majority of Council.  
Councilmember Avila stated the 2022 election was not a presidential  
election so there were more voters in 2024 which may have resulted in  
Ballot Question 300 passing.  
Mark Gruskin, Attorney, Drafter of Ballot Question 300, stated his  
background is drafting ballot initiatives and challenging ballot titles at both  
the state and local levels, he assisted in drafting the City’s single subject,  
Title Board Ordinances for ballot initiatives, and that the proposed ballot  
title in the Resolution to repeal question 300 is legally flawed. He explained  
that the title for the repeal measure uses a dramatically incomplete  
description of Ballot Question 300, it radically departs from how the City’s  
independent Title Board described that measure, it editorializes that  
recreational marijuana was legalized for the first time which has nothing to  
do with Ballot Question 300’s provisions or text, and it is surplus language  
gaged to tilt the political debate.  
Mr. Gruskin stated the Supreme Court instructs that a ballot title must  
inform voters, but this measure does not refer to the fact that licensing is  
limited to only existing medical licensees, no new licenses can be issued,  
repeal will prevent collection of taxes on marijuana for public safety, mental  
health and veterans Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), prohibition of  
sales to minors, and possession on school grounds. He stated these  
aspects are central features because they are the elements that the City’s  
independent Title Board listed in the ballot title that it adopted, and no one  
objected to stating these aspects in the ballot title. He explained that the  
Supreme Court has long held that the ballot title should fairly express the  
true intent and meaning of ballot measures and a title is flawed if it reflects  
a material and significant omission which would mislead or confuse voters  
and omitting the portrayal of Ballot Question 300 as a limited, regulated,  
legalization of recreational marijuana will mislead voters.  
Mr. Gruskin stated referring to Ballot Question 300 as an initiated  
Ordinance is not as accurate as describing it as a voter approved  
Ordinance and it impossible for City Council to argue that voters were  
confused by Ballot Question 300 because Section 5 of Resolution 106- 24  
which put Ballot Question 300 on the ballot specifically refers to the  
Initiative Review Committee and Title Board that the Council ratified,  
approved, and confirmed the ballot title which illustrates that the title was  
fair and neutral. He stated if voters were confused, they ignored their legal  
remedies to address those concerns and if the City Council refers a ballot  
measure with a ballot title that is incomplete or misleading, the proponents  
of Ballot Question 300 will use those judicial remedies and if the court  
changes any part of the ballot title, this measure like would not be voted on  
because the Charter requires that a repeal of a voter adopted measure can  
only be done at a General Municipal Election which means if the ballot  
measure does not go on the 2025 ballot, it would have to wait until the 2027  
ballot and business will have been in operation for more than two years. He  
suggested that City Council either trust their voters had an understanding of  
a clear ballot title that the Title Board and City Council approved, and they  
were not confused and defeat the proposed Resolution or make the repeal  
ballot title a fair, clear, and easily defensible one.  
Mr. Gruskin proposed that City Council submit a ballot title which states  
“Shall the voter-approved Ordinance that appeared as Ballot Question 300  
in the November 5, 2024 election be repealed to eliminate City provisions  
that: permit recreational marijuana sales by City-regulated marijuana  
businesses in the City of Colorado Springs; prohibit the sale or transfer of  
retail/recreational marijuana to any person under 21 or the possession of  
retail/recreational marijuana by any person at any public or private school,  
daycare, or preschool; authorize only existing medical marijuana licensees  
to apply to become licensed as recreational marijuana businesses; limit  
the number of recreational marijuana licenses to the number of existing  
medical marijuana licenses; and generate tax revenue on recreational  
marijuana for public safety programs, mental health services, and  
post-traumatic stress disorder treatment programs for veterans?”  
Citizens Renz Waddington, Karen Crummy, Tom Scudder, Karly Van  
Arnam, Kent Jarnig, Mark Frueling, Dustin Taylor, Will Clark, Luther Bonow,  
Aaron Bluse, Levi Hays, Timothy Pollet, Robert Cochran, Janelle Bowman,  
John Mark, James Mark, Peter Green, Patrick Sipes, Chad Ricketts,  
Tonya Garduno, Sandra Mead, Perry Sanders, Ashley Scarcella, Tiffany  
Scarcella, Matthew Gearhart, Dale Hect, Noah Rubin, Scott Anderson,  
Peter Babeu, and Robert Thew spoke in opposition of the proposed  
Resolution to repeal Ballot Question 300.  
Councilmember Henjum stated she does not want the City to incur  
additional legal risk and mistrust by voters by requesting a repeal of Ballot  
Question 300 especially since City Council previously approved Ballot  
Question 300 before it went onto the ballot and was not challenged in any  
way. Mr. Gruskin stated the more information given to voters, the more they  
must make a thoughtful decision which reflects how they view this issue.  
Councilmember Donelson stated the City will not be spending additional  
money to add this ballot question to the April 1, 2025 municipal election  
ballot unless it requires additional paper and ink to print it, and this is the  
only election between now and when the licenses are to be issued so they  
do not have a choice for what the voter turnout will be.  
Councilmember Avila stated this is a nonpartisan issue, City Council is a  
nonpartisan City Council, she is vehemently opposed to putting this on the  
ballot, some Councilmembers believes retail marijuana will not be good for  
the City, the citizens voted in favor of it, and she did not hear about citizens  
being confused by the Ballot Question 300 until two weeks ago.  
Councilmember Avila asked if there would an additional cost to add this  
measure to the April 1, 2025 ballot. Sarah B. Johnson, City Clerk, stated  
there would be no additional cost at this point because the ballot will only  
include a City Council race for their district and potentially this question  
which would still only require a single page.  
Motion by Councilmember O'Malley, seconded by Councilmember Donelson, to  
adopt a Resolution submitting to the registered qualified electors of the City of  
Colorado Springs, Colorado, at the general municipal election to be held on  
Tuesday, April 1, 2025, a ballot question to repeal the initiated ordinance  
identified in the November 2024 special municipal election as Ballot Question  
300, providing for the form of the ballot title and text, providing for certain  
matters with respect to the election, and providing the effective date of this  
resolution be adopted, with the following ballot question: “Shall the initiated  
Ordinance that appeared as Ballot Question 300 in the November 2024 election,  
which legalized recreational marijuana sales for the first time in the City of  
Colorado Springs, be repealed?". The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Donelson, Helms, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Henjum  
Aye:  
No:  
12. Public Hearing  
Cheyenne Mountain State Park/Rock Creek Mesa Annexation Estimated Time: 2  
Hours  
12.A. ANEX-24-00 A Resolution adopting findings of fact and conclusions of law based  
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thereon and determining the eligibility for annexation of property  
known as Cheyenne Mountain State Park Addition No. 1 Annexation.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments:  
ResFindofFact_ Cheyenne Mtn State Park Addition No 1 -  
ANEX-24-0001RF  
Exhibit A - Cheyenne Mountain State Park Addition No. 1 - Legal  
Description - ANEX-24-0001RF  
Exhibit 12A - Planner Affidavit  
Exhibit 12C - Rock Creek Annexation PLS Affidavit  
Signed Resolution No. 17-25.pdf  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, Planning Department, presented the  
Resolutions and Ordinances adopting findings of fact and conclusions of  
law based thereon and determining the eligibility for annexation and  
annexing the area known as Cheyenne Mountain State Park/Rock Creek  
Mesa Addition No. 1 Annexation located along west of Highway 115. He  
provided an overview of the vicinity map, applications, project summary,  
site plan, and annexation plat. He identified the zone establishments of  
Public Parks with Wildland Urban Interface Overlay (PK/WUI-O), R-Flex  
Medium with Hillside and Wildland Urban Interface Overlay (s  
R-FlexMed/HS-O/WUI-O), F-Flex Medium with Wildland Urban Interface  
Overlay (R-Flex-Med/WUI-O), Land Use Plan, timeline of review,  
stakeholder involvement, agency review, J-LUS Fort Carson Airspace,  
PlanCOS compliance, application review criteria, and optional motions.  
Councilmember Henjum asked who owns the property of Cheyenne  
Mountain State Park. Mr. Sevigny stated it is owned by the City but is  
located in unincorporated El Paso County.  
Councilmember Henjum requested additional information regarding the  
developments requirements regarding the Park Land Dedication  
Ordinance (PLDO). Mr. Sevigny stated the total neighborhood park land  
obligation is 2.31 acres of land and the developer will also dedicate fees in  
lieu of the community park obligation of 2.8 acres.  
President Helms asked if the rezoning item is quasi-judicial. Ben Bolinger,  
Legislative Counsel, City Attorney’s Office, stated the initial zoning on the  
annexation is legislative.  
Councilmember Donelson asked if Cheyenne Mountain State Park is  
owned by the state. Mr. Sevigny stated it was purchased by the Trails,  
Open Space, and Parks (TOPS) Program, which is owned by the City, and  
is located outside City limits.  
Councilmember Donelson asked if the state has property rights in regard  
to Cheyenne Mountain State Park. Mr. Sevigny stated the Parks,  
Recreation, and Cultural Services Department would be better equipped to  
answer that question.  
Councilmember Donelson asked if this annexation was approved, if the  
City could continue to annex property along the west side of Highway 115.  
Mr. Sevigny confirmed it could be if those properties met the one-sixth  
contiguity requirement.  
Bryan English, Development Projects Manager, Colorado Springs Utilities  
(CSU), went over CSU’s application of City Code 12.4.305.B., current  
water resources, full-buildout water requirements, balanced  
portfolio-planned water supplies, City Code 7.5.701.A.4.-requirements of  
annexation, City Code 7.5.701.A.3.b.-conditions for annexation, and  
water/wastewater/natural gas/electric infrastructure.  
Councilmember Henjum asked if the Rock Creek Lift Station, which has  
already begun construction, will be a loss if this area is not annexed. Mr.  
English stated it would not because that station is being built due CSU’s  
obligation for service to the Sundance Apartments.  
Tristan Gearhart, Chief Financial Officer, CSU, identified the CSU capital  
cost estimate, developer cost estimate, and CSU Operating and  
Maintenance costs at full buildout.  
Councilmember Henjum asked what the cost increase would be for CSU  
rate payers if this annexation was approved. Mr. Gearhart stated from a  
cash funding rider perspective, the $2.7 million for the first-year capital cost  
would result in approximately $.30 to $.50 per month for the average  
residential customer. Travas Deal, Chief Executive Officer, CSU, clarified  
that because this is existing territory for electric and gas, it would come out  
of CSU’s normal extensions for City residents.  
Jason Allwine, Matrix Design Group, representing the applicant, identified  
the site location, annexation, existing City boundary, proposed City  
boundary, annexation of land review criteria, Land Use Plan review criteria,  
Land Use Plan, project prospective, proximately/opportunity to serve  
employment centers, and desirable parkland/open space. He identified the  
connectivity/proximity to transportation options, traffic access map,  
economic impact on the City, utility/infrastructure impacts, neighborhood  
information meeting,  
Councilmember Donelson asked what is currently in the areas which will  
become enclaves if this area is annexed into the City. Mr. Allwine stated it  
is the existing mobile home park and the wastewater treatment lagoon  
which services the mobile home park.  
Councilmember Donelson asked how many acres the mobile home park  
consists of. Mr. Allwine stated approximately forty to forty-five acres.  
Councilmember Henjum asked where the water for the Rock Creek Mesa  
Water District comes from. Mr. Allwine stated it is supplied through  
underground water lines.  
Councilmember Henjum asked if maintenance of Pawnee Road will remain  
under El Paso County’s jurisdiction. Mr. Allwine stated a portion of Pawnee  
Road is part of the annexation and will be brought into the City and will be  
owned and maintained by Colorado Springs.  
Councilmember Leinweber asked what areas will not need CSU services.  
Mr. Allwine stated to his knowledge, only the existing mobile home park  
and, at some point, the wastewater lagoon treatment center will be  
decommissioned.  
Vernon Champlin, Jenson Hughes, identified the existing wildfire hazard  
conditions, responsible new fire adapted community, emergency service  
delivery comparison, fuels management, cooperative chipping days,  
wildfire preparation, resiliency coordination, water supply, and fire hydrants.  
Councilmember Henjum asked if the Colorado Springs Fire Department  
(CSFD) agrees with the applicant’s finding regarding emergency services  
delivery. Chris Cooper, Deputy Fire Marshal, CSFD, stated he reviewed  
the material and believes the response times are accurate even though this  
area falls outside of CSFD’s standard response time of cover.  
Councilmember Donelson asked what is CSFD’s standard response time  
of cover. Deputy Marshal Cooper stated their first fire-fighting unit would  
arrive within eight minutes, ninety percent of the time and the full force  
would be there within twelve minutes, ninety percent of the time.  
Councilmember Donelson asked what CSFD stations would respond to  
this area and if they are equipped for wildland fires. Deputy Marshal  
Cooper stated Station 16 at Farthing Drive and Station 4 at Southgate  
Road and confirmed they are both equipped for wildland fires.  
President Helms asked if there were any contracts for fire service with Fort  
Carson. Deputy Marshal Cooper confirmed there are several mutual aid  
agreements, especially along the perimeter of the City.  
Councilmember Leinweber stated he is concerned with the risk of fire for  
the residents that live in the mobile home park. Deputy Marshal Cooper  
stated he would need to defer that to Chief Wright with the Southwest  
Highway 115 Fire Department because they protect that area since it is  
outside City limits.  
Councilmember O’Malley asked how many tons of materials will be  
acquired during the two cooperative chipping days. Mr. Champlin stated it  
will be more than what is currently being done, and the increased effort will  
remove some of the hazardous fuels and debris if people want to  
participate.  
Danny Mientka, Owner, The Equity Group, representing the applicant,  
thanked City Staff for all their work over the past two years, stated he is  
excited to work with the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services  
Department and CSU regarding this project, he provided an overview of  
the history of the properties in the area, the issues with the wastewater  
treatment facility pond, the improved and extended utility lines he put in,  
CSU’s program called Regionalization, denial of the agreements by El  
Paso County, the benefits of this land use will provide housing for Fort  
Carson personnel, they have agreed to provide the ten acres for an  
elementary school, the existing mobile home park is currently at extreme of  
wildfire, but with the water system provided by the development will provide  
additional protection. He explained that they have already buried utility lines  
approximately one mile along Highway 115, have added fire hydrants in the  
area, connecting the mobile home’s park sewer system to municipal  
utilities is a benefit to both the park and CSU, they have committed to have  
the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) put a signal light at the  
intersection of Pawnee Road and Highway 115 to address traffic speeds,  
and there will be approximately 350 to 400 units built.  
Councilmember Henjum requested additional information from CSPD  
regarding response times. Mary Rosenoff, Deputy Chief, CSPD, stated  
this proposed annexation would be serviced by the Gold Hill Division,  
Sector 29, and the response time from there is approximately nine minutes  
driving normally.  
Citizens RJ Steer spoke in favor of the proposed annexation.  
Citizens Felicia Grillo, Robin Smith, Hart Wright, Fire Chief, Highway 115  
Fire District, Barbara Nelson, Elizabeth McCowen, and Brodie Nimmons  
spoke in opposition of the proposed annexation.  
Councilmember Donelson asked how the proposed density of the  
development in a fire-prone area will impact response. Chief Wright stated  
there are building techniques which can help, but ultimately the closer they  
are together, the easier it is for them to catch each other on fire, and they  
need to evacuate everyone out before they can work on putting the fire out  
because of the one way in/one way out access.  
Mr. Allwine stated in regards to density, per the zone, they are permitted to  
build over eight hundred units but based on the input from the  
neighborhood meeting, they are proposing less than half of that with four  
hundred units, the land is relatively flat, it is void of the vegetation that forms  
to the west, it is within close proximity to Highway 115 and utility  
extensions. He explained that with regards to the existing water district, a  
couple of the neighbors mentioned that the fire hydrants in the mobile park  
are inadequate and that the district is short on water, this project helps  
bring that water to this area in the event of a structure fire or a wildfire, there  
will be consistent high pressure, continuous, water supply which will help  
serve both the built environment, and the residents on the hill. He stated that  
with regards to the street capacity, there are numerous improvements to  
Highway 115 and Pawnee Road interchange with a lighted intersection, a  
double left out with the existing traffic and proposed traffic which will  
provide two lefts out of the subdivision as well as a right bound out and with  
Cherokee to the south, in the event of evacuation, there are two ways out of  
this subdivision.  
Mr. Sevigny stated they have notified Fort Carson, street naming will have  
to be approved by the City, they work with 9-1-1 to make sure all the  
addresses and numbers are updated, in regard to the TOPS property  
(Cheyenne Mountain State Park), it is not being disposed of or conveyed  
so it would not require a public vote.  
Councilmember Henjum requested additional information regarding the  
TOPS property. Lonna Thelen, TOPS Manager, Parks, Recreation, and  
Cultural Services Department, explained that when the City purchases  
property through the TOPS Program, it does not necessarily need to  
already be located within City boundaries if it has environmental value for  
the City and could provide a recreational opportunity with the intent to  
eventually annex it in to the City. She stated in this case, they did not have  
the ability to annex the property right away so when they were given the  
opportunity from the developer to offer to assist with the annexation, they  
worked with the developer to bring it into the City boundaries and there are  
no prohibitions on annexing in TOPS owned properties.  
Councilmember Donelson asked if annexing the TOPS property to the City  
and running utility lines through it would require a vote of the people. Ms.  
Thelen stated it would not.  
Councilmember O’Malley asked if there would be any overlapping of Fire  
Districts creating dual taxation. Mr. Sevigny stated there would not be any  
overlap.  
Councilmember Donelson asked what is expected to happen with the cost  
of insurance for these properties. Kevin Walker, Director, Planning  
Department, stated they are not qualified to state what will happen with  
insurance costs.  
Councilmember Risley asked if insurance cost is a criteria considered with  
regard to Land Use Plans. Mr. Walker stated it is not a criteria.  
Councilmember Donelson stated it may not be a wise decision to annex in  
property which is against the mountains with steep terrain. Chief Wright  
stated he receives weekly calls from residents that their insurance has  
dropped them due to the fire risk and the fires in California are going to  
make it worse.  
Councilmember Donelson asked if the residents in the area could hear the  
training exercises taking place on Fort Carson. Chief Wright confirmed it is  
very noisy at times and there is a ton of helicopter traffic.  
President Helms stated he believes there will be an overlay to the  
development which identifies the helicopter traffic and potential residents  
will be informed and must agree to that on their contracts.  
Councilmember Donelson stated the traffic on Highway 115 is dangerous  
with deadly accidents every year, it is a heavy truck route and asked if the  
proposed traffic light will be around a bend. Chief Wright stated it is not  
only around a bend, but also at the top of hill which would create a  
hazardous situation for a 90,000-pound truck trying to stop and then go on  
icy conditions.  
Councilmember Donelson asked if the history Mr. Mientka provided  
regarding utilities was correct. Mr. Deal stated they do not have the history  
of the property with them today, but regarding the collaboration of the water  
line through the property and adding the fire hydrants, Mr. Mientka’s  
information was correct.  
Councilmember Donelson commented that not all the soldiers enter Fort  
Carson from Highway 115, he is concerned with it taking forty-five minutes  
to get to Highway 115 during a fire, the natural boundary of the park should  
be the boundary of the City, they should not add City density beyond that  
boundary, and with only having one way in and one way out, he will not be  
supporting this annexation.  
Councilmember Henjum stated she feels that all the questions have been  
addressed regarding fire, police, and utilities, she believes the density is  
appropriate for the area, she encouraged residents to work with the City  
regarding maintenance of the roads, and she stated she will be supporting  
this annexation.  
Councilmember Talarico stated she will also be supporting this annexation,  
this area is in her district, she has heard the pros and cons, and this  
development is very much needed in the community.  
Councilmember O’Malley asked how much this annexation would extend  
the City boundary. Mr. Walker stated it would extend the City boundary by  
approximation one-quarter to one-half a mile, most of the surrounding area  
is eligible for annexation, and does not feel it would modify AnnexCOS by  
much.  
Councilmember Donelson stated according to Apartments.com, there are  
6,066 apartments available for rent in the City right now, Highway 115 is a  
dangerous road, and this area is a dangerous fire hazard.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Risley,  
that the Resolution adopting findings of fact and conclusions of law based  
thereon and determining the eligibility for annexation of property known as  
Cheyenne Mountain State Park Addition No. 1 be adopted. The motion  
passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
12.B. ANEX-24-00 An Ordinance annexing the area known as Cheyenne Mountain State  
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Park Addition No. 1 located along west of Highway 115 and south of  
Cheyenne Mountain State Park consisting of 53.84 acres.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: Staff Report_Rock Creek Mesa_RGS  
Attachment 1 - Cheyenne Mountain State Park Addition No. 1 -  
Petition  
Attachment 2 - Cheyenne Mountain State Park Addition No. 1 - Legal  
Description  
Attachment 3 - Cheyenne Mountain State Park Addition No. 1 -  
Annexation Plat  
Attachment 4 - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 1 - Petition  
Attachment 5 - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 1 - Legal Description  
Attachment 6 - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 1 - Annexation Plat  
Attachment 7 - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 2 - Petition  
Attachment 8 - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 2 - Legal Description  
Attachment 9 - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 2 - Annexation Plat  
Attachment 10 - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 3 - Petition  
Attachment 11 - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 3 - Legal Description  
Attachment 12 - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 3 - Annexation Plat  
Attachment 13 - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 4 - Petition  
Attachment 14 - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 4 - Legal Description  
Attachment 15 - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 4 - Annexation Plat  
Attachment 16 - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 5 - Petition  
Attachment 17 - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 5 - Legal Description  
Attachment 18 - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 5 - Annexation Plat  
Attachment 19 - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 6 - Petition  
Attachment 20- Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 6 - Legal Description  
Attachment 21 - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 6 - Annexation Plat  
Attachment 22 - Statement of Authority  
Attachment 23 - Fiscal Impact Analysis  
Attachment 24 - Memorandum of Agreement - School Land  
Dedication  
Attachment 25 - Annexation Agreement_Rock Creek Mesa_2nd Draft  
from Applicant_Draft_PC Only  
Attachment 33 - Aerial  
Attachment 34 - Neighbor Correspondence  
Attachment 35 - Project Statement  
7.5.701 ANNEXATION OF LAND  
Ordinance - Annexation Cheyenne Mtn State Park Addition 1 -  
ANEX-24-0001  
Exhibit A - Cheyenne Mountain State Park Addition No. 1 -  
ANEX-24-0001  
Rock Creek Mesa City Council_CSU Presentation  
Staff_RGS_Rock Creek Mesa_Presenation  
Rock Creek Mesa - Applicant Presentation.pdf  
Please see comments in Agenda item 12.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Henjum, seconded by Councilmember Leinweber,  
that the Ordinance annexing into the City of Colorado Springs the area  
known as Cheyenne Mountain State Park Addition No. 1 consisting of 53.84  
acres, based upon the findings that the annexation complies with the  
Conditions for Annexation Criteria as set forth in City Code Section 7.5.701 be  
approved on first reading. The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
12.C. ANEX-24-00 A Resolution adopting findings of fact and conclusions of law based  
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thereon and determining the eligibility for annexation of property  
known as Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 1 Annexation.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: ResFindofFact_ Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 1 - ANEX-24-0002RF  
Exhibit A - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 1 - Legal Description -  
ANEX-24-0002RF  
Exhibit B - Annexation Agreement_Rock Creek Mesa Add 1 -  
ANEX-24-0002RF  
Exhibit 12A - Planner Affidavit  
Exhibit 12C - Rock Creek Annexation PLS Affidavit  
Signed Resolution No. 18-25.pdf  
Please see comments in Agenda item 12.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Talarico,  
that the Resolution adopting findings of fact and conclusions of law based  
thereon and determining the eligibility for annexation of property known as  
Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 1 and approving an Annexation Agreement be  
adopted. The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
12.D. ANEX-24-00 An Ordinance annexing the area known as Rock Creek Mesa  
02  
Addition No. 1 located west of Highway 115 and south of Cheyenne  
Mountain State Park consisting of 4.02 acres.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: 7.5.701 ANNEXATION OF LAND  
Ordinance - Annexation Rock Creek Mesa Addition 1 - ANEX-24-0002  
Exhibit A - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 1 - ANEX-24-0002  
Please see comments in Agenda item 12.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Henjum, seconded by Councilmember Leinweber,  
that the Ordinance annexing into the City of Colorado Springs the area  
known as Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 1 consisting of 4.02 acres, based  
upon the findings that the annexation complies with the Conditions for  
Annexation Criteria as set forth in City Code Section 7.5.701, with one (1)  
Condition of Approval.* The applicant shall seek Board of County  
Commissioners' approval of the deeds of transfer for rights-of-way along  
Pawnee Road prior to recordation be approved on first reading. The motion  
passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
12.E. ANEX-24-00 A Resolution adopting findings of fact and conclusions of law based  
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thereon and determining the eligibility for annexation of property  
known as Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 2 Annexation.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: ResFindofFact_ Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 2 - ANEX-24-0003RF  
Exhibit A - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 2 - Legal Description -  
ANEX-24-0003RF  
Exhibit B - Annexation Agreement_Rock Creek Mesa Add 2 -  
ANEX-24-0003RF  
Exhibit 12A - Planner Affidavit  
Exhibit 12C - Rock Creek Annexation PLS Affidavit  
Signed Resolution No. 19-25.pdf  
Please see comments in Agenda item 12.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Risley,  
that the Resolution adopting findings of fact and conclusions of law based  
thereon and determining the eligibility for annexation of property known as  
Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 2 and approving an Annexation Agreement be  
adopted. The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
12.F. ANEX-24-00 An Ordinance annexing the area known as Rock Creek Mesa  
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Addition No. 2 located west of Highway 115 and south of Cheyenne  
Mountain State Park consisting of 8.35 acres.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: 7.5.701 ANNEXATION OF LAND  
Ordinance - Annexation Rock Creek Mesa Addition 2 - ANEX-24-0003  
Exhibit A - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 2 - ANEX-24-0003  
Please see comments in Agenda item 12.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Henjum,  
that the Ordinance b annexing into the City of Colorado Springs the area  
known as Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 2 consisting of 8.35 acres, based  
upon the findings that the annexation complies with the Conditions for  
Annexation Criteria as set forth in City Code Section 7.5.701 be approved on  
first reading. The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
12.G. ANEX-24-00 A Resolution adopting findings of fact and conclusions of law based  
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thereon and determining the eligibility for annexation of property  
known as Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 3 Annexation.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: ResFindofFact_ Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 3 - ANEX-24-0004RF  
Exhibit A - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 3 - Legal Description -  
ANEX-24-0004RF  
Exhibit B - Annexation Agreement_Rock Creek Mesa Add 3 -  
ANEX-24-0004RF  
Exhibit 12A - Planner Affidavit  
Exhibit 12C - Rock Creek Annexation PLS Affidavit  
Signed Resolution No. 20-25.pdf  
Please see comments in Agenda item 12.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Henjum,  
that the Resolution adopting findings of fact and conclusions of law based  
thereon and determining the eligibility for annexation of property known as  
Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 3 and approving an Annexation Agreement be  
adopted. The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
12.H. ANEX-24-00 Ordinance No. 25-23 annexing the area known as Rock Creek Mesa  
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Addition No. 3 located west of Highway 115 and south of Cheyenne  
Mountain State Park consisting of 25.55 acres.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: 7.5.701 ANNEXATION OF LAND  
Ordinance - Annexation Rock Creek Mesa Addition 3 - ANEX-24-0004  
Exhibit A - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 3 - ANEX-24-0004  
Please see comments in Agenda item 12.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Talarico,  
that the Ordinance annexing into the City of Colorado Springs the area  
known as Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 3 consisting of 25.55 acres, based  
upon the findings that the annexation complies with the Conditions for  
Annexation Criteria as set forth in City Code Section 7.5.701 be approved on  
first reading. The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
12.I.  
ANEX-24-00 A Resolution adopting findings of fact and conclusions of law based  
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thereon and determining the eligibility for annexation of property  
known as Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 4 Annexation.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: ResFindofFact_ Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 4 - ANEX-24-0005RF  
Exhibit A - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 4 - Legal Description -  
ANEX-24-0005RF  
Exhibit B - Annexation Agreement_Rock Creek Mesa Add 4 -  
ANEX-24-0005RF  
Exhibit 12A - Planner Affidavit  
Exhibit 12C - Rock Creek Annexation PLS Affidavit  
Signed Resolution No. 21-25.pdf  
Please see comments in Agenda item 12.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Risley,  
that the Resolution adopting findings of fact and conclusions of law based  
thereon and determining the eligibility for annexation of property known as  
Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 4 and approving an Annexation Agreement be  
adopted. The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
12.J. ANEX-24-00 An Ordinance annexing the area known as Rock Creek Mesa  
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Addition No. 4 located west of Highway 115 and south of Cheyenne  
Mountain State Park consisting of 4.06 acres.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: 7.5.701 ANNEXATION OF LAND  
Ordinance - Annexation Rock Creek Mesa Addition 4 - ANEX-24-0005  
Exhibit A - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 4 - ANEX-24-0005  
Please see comments in Agenda item 12.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Talarico, seconded by Councilmember Leinweber,  
that the Ordinance annexing into the City of Colorado Springs the area  
known as Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 4 consisting of 4.06 acres, based  
upon the findings that the annexation complies with the Conditions for  
Annexation Criteria as set forth in City Code Section 7.5.701 be approved on  
first reading. The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
12.K. ANEX-24-00 A Resolution adopting findings of fact and conclusions of law based  
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thereon and determining the eligibility for annexation of property  
known as Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 5 Annexation.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: ResFindofFact_ Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 5 - ANEX-24-0006RF  
Exhibit A - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 5 - Legal Description -  
ANEX-24-0006RF  
Exhibit B - Annexation Agreement_Rock Creek Mesa Add 5 -  
ANEX-24-0006RF  
Exhibit 12A - Planner Affidavit  
Exhibit 12C - Rock Creek Annexation PLS Affidavit  
Signed Resolution No. 22-25.pdf  
Please see comments in Agenda item 12.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Risley,  
that the Resolution adopting findings of fact and conclusions of law based  
thereon and determining the eligibility for annexation of property known as  
Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 5 and approving an Annexation Agreement be  
adopted. The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
12.L. ANEX-24-00 An Ordinance annexing the area known as Rock Creek Mesa  
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Addition No. 5 located west of Highway 115 and south of Cheyenne  
Mountain State Park consisting of 7.43 acres.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: 7.5.701 ANNEXATION OF LAND  
Ordinance - Annexation Rock Creek Mesa Addition 5 - ANEX-24-0006  
Exhibit A - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 5 - ANEX-24-0006  
Please see comments in Agenda item 12.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Talarico, seconded by Councilmember Leinweber,  
that the Ordinance annexing into the City of Colorado Springs the area  
known as Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 5 consisting of 7.43 acres, based  
upon the findings that the annexation complies with the Conditions for  
Annexation Criteria as set forth in City Code Section 7.5.701 be approved on  
first reading. The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
12.M. ANEX-24-00 A Resolution adopting findings of fact and conclusions of law based  
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thereon and determining the eligibility for annexation of property  
known as Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 6 Annexation.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: ResFindofFact_ Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 6 - ANEX-24-0007RF  
Exhibit A - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 6 - Legal Description -  
ANEX-24-0007RF  
Exhibit B - Annexation Agreement_Rock Creek Mesa Add 6 -  
ANEX-24-0007RF  
Exhibit 12A - Planner Affidavit  
Exhibit 12C - Rock Creek Annexation PLS Affidavit  
Signed Resolution No. 23-25.pdf  
Please see comments in Agenda item 12.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Talarico,  
that the Resolution adopting findings of fact and conclusions of law based  
thereon and determining the eligibility for annexation of property known as  
Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 6 and approving an Annexation Agreement be  
adopted. The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
12.N. ANEX-24-00 An Ordinance annexing the area known as Rock Creek Mesa  
07  
Addition No. 6 located west of Highway 115 and south of Cheyenne  
Mountain State Park consisting of 5.61 acres.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: 7.5.701 ANNEXATION OF LAND  
Ordinance - Annexation Rock Creek Mesa Addition 6 - ANEX-24-0007  
Exhibit A - Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 6 - ANEX-24-0007  
Please see comments in Agenda item 12.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Henjum, seconded by Councilmember Leinweber,  
that the Ordinance annexing into the City of Colorado Springs the area  
known as Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 6 consisting of 5.61 acres, based  
upon the findings that the annexation complies with the Conditions for  
Annexation Criteria as set forth in City Code Section 7.5.701 be approved on  
first reading. The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
12.O. ZONE-23-00 An Ordinance establishing a R-Flex-Med/HS-O/WUI-O (R-Flex  
26  
Medium Scale with Hillside and Wildland Urban Interface Overlay)  
zone district for 38.11 acres located west of Highway 115 and south  
of Cheyenne Mountain State Park.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: 7.5.704 ZONING MAP AMENDMENT (REZONING)  
Zoning Ordinance-Rock Creek Mesa - R-Flex-HS-WUI-O -  
ZONE-23-0026  
Exhibit A - Legal Description - R-Flex Med-HS-WUI-O -  
ZONE-23-0026  
Exhibit B - Map Depiction - R-Flex Med-HS-WUI-O - ZONE-23-0026  
Please see comments in Agenda item 12.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Henjum,  
that the Ordinance establishing 38.11 acres as R-Flex-Med/HS-O/WUI-O  
(R-Flex Medium Scale with Hillside and Wildland Urban Interface Overlay)  
zone district, based upon the findings that the zone establishment request  
complies with the criteria for granting a zone establishment as set forth in  
City Code Section 7.5.704 be approved on first reading. The motion passed by  
a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
12.P. ZONE-23-00 An Ordinance establishing a PK/WUI-O (Public Parks with Wildland  
27  
Urban Interface Overlay) zone district for 53.84 acres located west of  
Highway 115 and south of Cheyenne Mountain State Park.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: 7.5.704 ZONING MAP AMENDMENT (REZONING)  
Zoning Ordinance-Cheyenne Mtn State Park - PK - ZONE-23-0027  
Exhibit A - Legal Description - Public Parks - ZONE-23-0027  
Exhibit B - Map Depiction - Public Parks - ZONE-23-0027  
Please see comments in Agenda item 12.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Henjum,  
that the Ordinance establishing 53.84 acres as PK/WUI-O (Public Parks with  
Wildland Urban Interface Overlay) zone district, based upon the findings that  
the zone establishment request complies with the criteria for granting a zone  
establishment as set forth in City Code Section 7.5.704 be approved on first  
reading. The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
12.Q. ZONE-23-00 An Ordinance establishing a R-Flex-Med/WUI-O (R-Flex Medium  
30  
Scale with Wildland Urban Interface Overlay) zone district for 12.51  
acres located west of Highway 115 and south of Cheyenne Mountain  
State Park.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments: 7.5.704 ZONING MAP AMENDMENT (REZONING)  
Zoning Ordinance-Rock Creek Mesa - R-Flex-WUI-O - ZONE-23-0030  
Exhibit A - Legal Description - R-Flex Med-WUI-O - ZONE-23-0030  
Exhibit B - Map Depiction - R-Flex Med-WUI-O - ZONE-23-0030  
Please see comments in Agenda item 12.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Henjum,  
that the Ordinance establishing 12.51 acres as R-Flex-Med/WUI-O (R-Flex  
Medium Scale with Wildland Urban Interface Overlay) zone district, based  
upon the findings that the zone establishment request complies with the  
criteria for granting a zone establishment as set forth in City Code Section  
7.5.704 be approved on first reading. The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
12.R. MAPN-23-00 Establishment of the Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 1-6 and  
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Cheyenne Mountain State Park Addition No. 1 Land Use Plan for  
proposed Residential, Public Parks, and Streets/Utility Rights-of-Way  
consisting of 104.45 acres located west of Highway 115 and south of  
Cheyenne Mountain State Park.  
(Legislative)  
Related Files: ANEX-24-0001RF, ANEX-24-0001,  
ANEX-24-0002RF, ANEX-24-0002, ANEX-24-0003RF,  
ANEX-24-0003, ANEX-24-0004RF, ANEX-24-0004,  
ANEX-24-0005RF, ANEX-24-0005, ANEX-24-0006RF,  
ANEX-24-0006, ANEX-24-0007RF, ANEX-24-0007,  
ZONE-23-0026, ZONE-23-0027, ZONE-23-0030, MAPN-23-0009  
Not currently located within a Council District, however, if approved it  
would be anticipated to be within Council District 3.  
Presenter:  
Gabe Sevigny, Planning Supervisor, City Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director  
Attachments:  
Attachment 32 - Rock Creek Mesa 1-6 and Cheyenne Mtn State Park  
Addition No 1 - Land Use Plan  
7.5.514 LAND USE PLAN  
Please see comments in Agenda item 12.A.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Talarico,  
that the Rock Creek Mesa Addition No. 1-6 and Cheyenne Mountain State  
Park Addition No. 1 Land Use Plan based upon the findings that the proposal  
complies with the review criteria for Land Use Plans as set forth in City Code  
Section 7.5.514 be approved. The motion passed by a vote of 7-2-0-0  
7 - Crow-Iverson, Helms, Henjum, Leinweber, O'Malley, Risley, and Talarico  
2 - Avila, and Donelson  
Aye:  
No:  
13. Added Item Agenda  
There were no items added to the Agenda.  
14. Executive Session  
There was no Executive Session.  
15. Adjourn  
There being no further business to come before City Council, President  
Helms adjourned the meeting at 9:40 PM.  
Sarah B. Johnson, City Clerk