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Meeting Minutes

City Council Work Session

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Monday, November 24, 2025

9:00 AM

Council Chambers

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1. Call to Order and Roll Call

8 - Councilmember Tom Bailey, President Lynette Crow-Iverson,

Councilmember Dave Donelson, Councilmember Kimberly Gold,

Councilmember Nancy Henjum, Councilmember Brandy Williams,

Councilmember David Leinweber, and Councilmember Roland Rainey Jr.

Present

1 - President Pro Tem Brian Risley

Excused

Councilmember Gold arrived at 9:05 AM.

Councilmember Rainey arrived at 9:54 AM and

attended the meeting virtually.

Councilmember Williams attended the meeting virtually.

2. Changes to Agenda

There were no Changes to Agenda.

3. Regular Meeting Comments

There were no Regular Meeting Comments.

4. Review of Previous Meeting Minutes

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City Council Work Session Meeting Minutes November 10, 2025

4.A.

Presenter:

Sarah B. Johnson, City Clerk

Attachments:

11-10-25 City Council Work Session Meeting Minutes Final

The minutes of the November 10, 2025 Work Session were approved by

Consensus of City Council.

5. Executive Session

5A. Open

There was no Open Executive Session.

5B. Closed

There was no Closed Executive Session.

6. Presentations for General Information

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Trail & Open Spaces Coalition Presentation

6.A.

Presenter:

Glenn Carlson, Executive Director, TOSC

Attachments:

TOSC Overview

Glenn Carlson, Executive Director, Trails and Open Spaces Coalition

(TOSC), provided an overview of the mission of TOSC, what TOSC

does, their team, projects, Marlow, Pikes Peak Botanic Gardens,

visioning, and site explorations.

Allen Beauchamp, Community Engagement Coordinator, TOSC,

identified their programs,

Councilmember Henjum recommended adding signage at the City’s

trails and opens space to raise awareness for where the TOSC dollars

are being spent.

Councilmember Donelson asked if they pick up trash in other public

right-of-ways. Mr. Beauchamp confirmed they do but it is mainly parks,

trails, and open spaces.

Councilmember Donelson asked if they provide a sharps container

during pick-up events. Mr. Beauchamp confirmed they did.

President Crow-Iverson asked if there is still a plan to connect the

Legacy Loop Trail. Mr. Beauchamp confirmed there is although to add a

boxed culvert to the piece of it located on the railway piece is very

challenging.

Councilmember Donelson asked if TOSC will continue to work with the

Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department especially now

that the parks budget has been cut for 2026. Mr. Carlson confirmed that

they will continue to work with the Parks Department, especially in the

way of utilizing volunteers.

Councilmember Henjum asked if they are coordinating efforts with the

Parks Department in the way of asset management. Mr. Carlson

confirmed they are.

Councilmember Gold asked if the 23-acres were available and how soon

they would begin constructing the botanical gardens. Mr. Carlson stated

if they used a phased approach, he believes construction could begin in

approximately two years.

Councilmember Henjum suggested contacting the Union Printer’s Home

regarding the open space they may have available.

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Joint Initiatives for Youth and Families Presentation

6.B.

Presenter:

SherryLynn Boyles

President and CEO

Joint Initiatives for Youth and Families

Michelle Talarico

Owner/Principal

Picnic Basket Catering Collective

Margaret Sabin

Past Immediate President

Children’s Hospital Colorado Springs

Attachments:

Joint Initiatives Presentation.pptx

Michelle Talarico, Owner/Principal, Picnic Basket Catering Collective,

introduced SherryLynn Boyles, President and Chief Executive Officer,

Joint Initiatives for Youth and Families (JI), who provided an overview of

regional planning for childcare, childcare statistics, childcare desert map,

associated costs of childcare, worker vacancies, 2024 University of

Colorado, Colorado Springs (UCCS), Economic Forum Report, on-base

wait lists, brain development of children. She identified how childcare is

critical economic infrastructure, JI building local infrastructure, family

friendly summit, teams, affordable childcare problem, responsibility,

preferred tax, and election data. Ms. Boyles went over the pro-tax

increase message map, most persuasive messages, and uses of

funding.

Councilmember Leinweber emphasized how important childcare is to

create building blocks for bettering the mental health of adults.

Margaret Sabin, Past Immediate President, Children’s Hospital Colorado

Springs, identified the role of City Council regarding the success of this

childcare initiative in the community.

Councilmember Henjum requested additional information regarding the

zip code map. Ms. Boyles stated the map shows where children under

five reside compared to the childcare available in that area, but it is a bit

distorted in the downtown corridor.

Councilmember Henjum asked what type of legislation is being

introduced regarding opening childcare facilities. Ms. Boyles stated they

have created a task force to address the legislation being proposed to

address certain categories of regulation.

Councilmember Henjum asked when the ballot initiative will be brought

forward to City Council. Ms. Boyles stated they have already drafted the

ballot language and will begin polling in January 2026.

Councilmember Williams stated the childcare desert map should also

include areas of childcare deficiencies based on where people work.

Councilmember Rainey asked if they are currently working with state

delegates. Ms. Boyles stated they are currently having one off meeting

but would appreciate any delegation support.

Councilmember Leinweber asked how they are addressing current

childcare regulations. Ms. Boyles stated they are looking toward more

common sense regarding conflicting regulations.

Councilmember Leinweber asked how they intend to measure the

success of this initiative. Ms. Boyles stated they will be partnering with

universities and third-party evaluators to assess performance.

7. Staff and Appointee Reports

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Agenda Planner Review

7.A.

Presenter:

Sarah B. Johnson, City Clerk

Attachments:

Agenda Planner Review 11-24-25

There were no comments on this item.

8. Items for Introduction

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A Resolution Establishing 2026 Drainage Basin Fees, Bridge Fees,

Detention Pond Facility and Land Fees

8.A.

Presenter:

Erin Powers, P.E., Stormwater Enterprise Manager

Attachments:

SW - 2026DrainageBasinFees_RES_11-18-25

Exhibit A - Proposed 2026 Fee Schedule

Exhibit B - Memo to Drainage Board

Exhibit C - Resolution 190-24

Exhibit D - HBA letter of Support for 2026 fees

Erin Powers, Acting Stormwater Manager, Stormwater Enterprise,

presented the Resolution establishing 2026 drainage basin fees, bridge

fees, detention pond facility, and land fees. She provided an overview of

City Code 7.4.702, how drainage fees are determined, past fee

increases, fee increase analysis, and Drainage Board fee

recommendation of a 2.2 percent adjustment.

Councilmember Henjum asked if the closure of the Park Vista Basin is

due to the work the City has completed on the stormwater infrastructure.

Ms. Powers confirmed the channel improvements have been installed

and those were the only improvements needed for that basin.

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A Resolution Approving the Intergovernmental Agreement by and

between the City of Colorado Springs, on behalf of its enterprise the

Colorado Springs Municipal Airport, and the Peak Metropolitan District

No. 2 related to the reimbursement of design and construction costs.

8.B.

Presenter:

Alex Kovacs, Director of Aviation - Colorado Springs Municipal Airport

Attachments:

Facilities Payment Agreement (Milton E. Proby Pkwy) partially signed

4897-9968-4469 1_

RES-Milton E Proby Phase I IGA Approval

Project Proby Phase I FPA_AK

Signed Resolution No. 190-25.pdf

Alex Kovacs, Director of Aviation, Colorado Springs Municipal Airport,

presented the Resolution approving the Intergovernmental Agreement

(IGA) by and between the City, on behalf of its enterprise the Colorado

Springs Municipal Airport, and the Peak Metropolitan District No. 2. He

provided an overview of the background for the Milton E. Proby Parkway

Rehabilitation Phase I, IGA specifics, and staff recommendation.

Councilmember Henjum asked if they expected the ratio of the airport

businesses to the businesses in the Peak Metropolitan District No. 2 to

remain the same. Mr. Kovacs stated he is hopeful that the business

within the airport will increase at a greater rate.

Councilmember Bailey asked if the overlap with Peak Innovation Park is

the only overlap that is planned. Mr. Kovacs stated there is no additional

overlap anticipated.

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A Resolution of the City of Colorado Springs consenting to the

dissolution of the College Creek Metropolitan District.

8.C.

Council District 2

Presenter:

Kevin Walker, Planning Director, City Planning Department

Attachments:

RES_College_Creek_MD_Consent to Dissolution

College_Creek_MD_Cover_Memo

College_Creek_MD_Notice_of_Filing_Petition

Exhibit_A_Resolution_of_the_Board_of_Directors

Exhibit_B_Certified_Financial_Statement

Resolution_128-06_College_Creek_MD_Service_Plan

College_Creek_MD_Dissolution_Issuance_Staff_Presentation

Kevin Walker, Director, Planning Department, presented the Resolution

of the City of Colorado Springs consenting to the dissolution of the

College Creek Metropolitan District. He provided an overview of the

district location, feature, statutory criteria, and financial statement.

Councilmember Bailey asked if the roadways within the apartment

complex will continue to be maintained. Mr. Walker confirmed they will.

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A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Colorado Springs,

Colorado Establishing that the City of Colorado Springs Does Not

Intend to Adopt an Ordinance or Resolution in Accord with CRS §

31-23-316(2)(a)(I) or (2)(a)(II) Concerning Electric Vehicle Charging

System Permitting Procedures.

8.D.

(Legislative)

Located in Council District: All

Presenter:

Johnny Malpica, Senior Comprehensive Planner, City Planning

Department

Kevin Walker, Planning Director, City Planning Department

Attachments:

Resolution

Attachment 1 - HB24-1173

Attachment 2 - Model Land Use Code & Guidance

CC Presentation_Resolution Concerning EV Charging Systems

Permitting Procedures

Kevin Walker, Planning Director, City Planning Department, presented

the Resolution concerning Electric Vehicle (EV) charging systems

permitting procedures. He provided an overview of House Bill 24-1173,

Colorado Springs EV charging systems standards, legislative options,

and City Council optional motions.

Councilmember Henjum asked if the City’s EV permitting standards are

more restrictive than the state’s procedures. Mr. Walker stated they are

not more restrictive than the state’s.

Councilmember Henjum asked why there are so many Tesla charging

stalls located at the Lincoln Center and asked if it was free to Tesla

owners. Mr. Walker stated they will research that information.

Councilmember Gold stated non-Tesla owners can utilize those stalls

with an adapter and super charging and the idle fee is high.

There were no Items Under Study.

9. Items Under Study

10. Councilmember Reports and Open Discussion

Councilmember Donelson asked if there will be any changes regarding

the time Citizen Discussion is taken at City Council meetings. Emily

Evans, City Council Administrative, stated the data shows no impact

which would require the Citizen Discussion to be moved to another time

in the Agenda. Councilmember Donelson stated he would like a specific

time/duration dedicated to Citizen Discussion in the Agenda to show

citizens that they value their time and what they have to say.

Councilmember Gold wished Councilmember Rainey a happy birthday

and stated that last week was the anniversary of the Club Q shooting

and she has had many conversations over the past couple weeks

regarding solutions for people experiencing homelessness.

Councilmember Henjum recommended that quarterly or monthly

evening sessions be scheduled which are dedicated solely to Citizen

Discussion.

Councilmember Bailey stated that he feels citizens have the ability to

voice their concerns/questions to City Council with their current practice

and met with the City Administration and CSU regarding their strategic

planning for 2026. He expressed appreciation for Britt Haley, Director,

Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services, for her and her team and

stated he spoke with the third graders at Academy International

Elementary on Thursday, November 20, 2025.

Councilmember Leinweber stated having Citizen Discussion later in the

agenda does create efficiencies, and maybe a quarterly evening session

could be created for individuals who are not able to attend the currently

scheduled Citizen Discussion, he recommended more Town Hall

meetings be scheduled, he attended the Westside Cares open house,

expressed appreciation for the councilmembers who supported his

outdoor recreation initiatives.

Councilmember Henjum stated she also attended the Westside Cares

open house.

President Crow-Iverson requested Citizen Discussion be added to a

lunch discussion in January. Councilmember Donelson stated decisions