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Tuesday, June 10, 2025  
9:00 AM  
Council Chambers  
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1. Call to Order and Roll Call  
President Crow-Iverson called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM.  
8 -  
Present:  
Councilmember Tom Bailey, President Pro Tem Lynette Crow-Iverson,  
Councilmember Dave Donelson, Councilmember Kimberly Gold, Councilmember  
David Leinweber, Councilmember Roland Rainey Jr., Councilmember Brian Risley,  
and Councilmember Brandy Williams  
1 - Councilmember Nancy Henjum  
Excused:  
2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance  
The Invocation was made by Monsieur Bob Jaegar from the St. Paul  
Catholic Church.  
President Crow-Iverson led the Pledge of Allegiance.  
3. Changes to Agenda/Postponements  
There were no changes to the Agenda.  
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:  
25-203  
4A.A.  
Ordinance No. 25-57 amending Budget Ordinance No. 24-104 (2025  
Budget Appropriation Ordinance) for a Supplemental Appropriation to  
the Park Land Dedication Ordinance Fund in the Amount of $794,740 to  
be used for the purchase of a 5.75 acre property from El Paso County  
School District 20.  
Presenter:  
Britt Haley, Director, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services  
Department  
Lonna Thelen, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Design and  
Development Manager  
Attachments: CC - PLDO supplemental for Cumbre Vista Expansion - LT  
Ordinance - PLDO Supplemental Appropriation - Cumbre Vista  
Expansion  
Signed Ordinance No. 25-57.pdf  
This Ordinance was finally passed on the Consent Calendar  
4B. First Presentation:  
25-296  
4B.A.  
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes May 27, 2025  
Presenter:  
Sarah B. Johnson, City Clerk  
Attachments: 5-27-2025 City Council Meeting Minutes Final  
The Minutes were approved on the Consent Calendar.  
25-254  
4B.B.  
A Resolution approving an Economic Development Agreement between  
the City Of Colorado Springs and Project Short Circuit  
Presenter:  
Jessie Kimber, Economic Development Officer  
Shawna Lippert, Economic Development Manager  
Attachments: RES_ProjectShortCircuit_2025  
EDA Project Short Circuit - DRAFT 05-12-25 SL  
Project Short Circuit EDA Presentation_Work Session  
Signed Resolution No. 70-25.pdf  
This Resolution was adopted on the Consent Calendar.  
25-300  
4B.C.  
The City Clerk reports that on May 30, 2025, there was filed with her a  
petition for the annexation of Kettle Creek 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: Petition for Annexation - Waldo_2060 Old Ranch Rd.pdf  
Petition for Annexation - R_Pendleton_2060 Old Ranch Rd.pdf  
Petition for Annexation - George.pdf  
Annexation Plat.pdf  
Kettle Creek Addition No 1_Vicinity Map.pdf  
Kettle Creek Addition No. 1 - Legal Description of Annexation  
Parcel.pdf  
This Item was approved on the Consent Calendar.  
Approval of the Consent Agenda  
Motion by Councilmember Risley, seconded by Councilmember Bailey, 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  
8-0-1-0  
8 -  
Aye:  
Bailey, Crow-Iverson, Donelson, Gold, Leinweber, Rainey Jr., Risley, and  
Williams  
1 - Henjum  
Excused:  
5. Recognitions  
25-303  
5.A.  
A Joint Proclamation recognizing June 19, 2025 as Juneteenth Freedom  
Day  
Presenter:  
Roland Rainey, Councilmember District 6  
Mayor Yemi Mobolade  
Attachments: Juneteenth Freedom Day - Proclamation  
Councilmember Rainey wished Mayor Yemi a speedy recovery and  
provided a brief history of his upbringing on a sugar cane plantation in  
Louisiana.  
Jamie Fabos, Chief of Staff, and Councilmember Rainey read the joint  
Proclamation recognizing June 19, 2024 as Juneteenth.  
Shirley Martinez, President, Pikes Peak Diversity Council, spoke about the  
importance of commemorating Juneteenth and honoring its history.  
Woody Longmire spoke about the importance of educating the community  
regarding Juneteenth and celebrating it throughout the community.  
Candace McKnight, President and Chief Executive Officer, African  
American Historical and Genealogical Society of Colorado Springs,  
explained the importance of honoring what Juneteenth means to the  
community.  
Angela Stevens, National Association for the Advancement of Colored  
People (NAACP), provided a brief background of NAACP and Juneteenth  
Prayer Breakfasts scheduled during the month of June.  
Councilmembers Gold expressed appreciation for all their efforts in  
bringing all Americans together for Juneteenth.  
25-284  
5.B.  
A Resolution recognizing June 18, July 5 and July 8-12 as Western Wear  
Days  
Presenter:  
Brandy Williams, Councilmember District 3  
Attachments: Western Wear Days  
Signed Resolution No. 71-25.pdf  
Councilmember Williams provided a brief overview of her upbringing on a  
cattle range and read a Resolution recognizing June 18, July 5, and July  
8-12 as Western Wear Days.  
Greg Budwine, Junior Member, Pikes Peak Range Riders, and Chris  
Whitney, President, Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo, gave a brief history of the  
Pikes Peak Range Riders and identified the details of the Pikes Peak or  
Bust Rodeo, scheduled for July 8 through 12, 2025, the parade scheduled  
for July 5, 2025, and the Western Street Breakfast will be held on June 18,  
2025 at 5:30 AM with proceeds going to support all the branches of the  
military.  
Kevin Caveny, President, Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo, expressed  
appreciation for the recognition and all the volunteers who keep the events  
alive.  
Corliss Palmer, Volunteer with the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo, introduced  
Emma Considine, 2025 Girl of the West, who provided detailed  
information on the upcoming events associated with the 2025 Pikes Peak  
or Bust Rodeo  
Councilmember Donelson expressed appreciation for keeping the City’s  
western heritage alive.  
Motion by Councilmember Gold, seconded by Councilmember Risley, that the  
Resolution recognizing June 18, July 5, and July 8-12 as Western Wear Days be  
adopted. The motion passed by a vote of 8-0-1-0  
8 - Bailey, Crow-Iverson, Donelson, Gold, Leinweber, Rainey Jr., Risley, and Williams  
1 - Henjum  
Aye:  
Excused:  
25-302  
5.C.  
A Resolution recognizing June 15, 2025 as Elder Abuse Awareness Day  
Presenter:  
Kimberly Gold, Councilmember District 4  
Attachments: Elder Abuse Awareness Day Resolution  
Signed Resolution No. 72-25.pdf  
Councilmember Gold stated she grew up in a Korean American culture  
where elders are highly respected and valued and read a Resolution  
recognizing June 15, 2025 as Elder Abuse Awareness Day.  
Christine Ogolla, Adult Protective Services (APS) and Jody Barker,  
Director, Pikes Peak Area on Agency Aging, provided an overview of their  
organization, expressed appreciation for the support offered throughout the  
community, and encouraged everyone to visit their websites.  
Councilmember William expressed appreciation for everyone who  
supports the elderly community.  
Motion by Councilmember Bailey, seconded by Councilmember Rainey Jr., that  
the Resolution recognizing June 15, 2025 as Elder Abuse Awareness Day be  
adopted. The motion passed by a vote of 8-0-1-0  
8 - Bailey, Crow-Iverson, Donelson, Gold, Leinweber, Rainey Jr., Risley, and Williams  
1 - Henjum  
Aye:  
Excused:  
25-272  
5.D.  
A Resolution of Appreciation of Maria Montoya, Community Service  
Officer, City of Colorado Springs Police Department, for their 31 years of  
service to the City of Colorado Springs  
Presenter:  
Shannon Snuggs, Police Commander, City of Colorado Springs Police  
Department  
Attachments: Maria Montoya Retiree Resolution  
Signed Resolution No. 73-25.pdf  
Shannon Snuggs, Police Commander, City of Colorado Springs Police  
Department (CSPD) read the Resolution of Appreciation for Maria  
Montoya, Community Service Officer, City of Colorado Springs Police  
Department (CSPD), for their thirty-one years of service to the City of  
Colorado Springs.  
Ms. Montoya expressed appreciation for the recognition and the  
opportunities she had been given with the City.  
President Crow-Iverson thanked Ms. Montoya for her service to the City.  
Councilmember Williams suggested that Ms. Montoya provide mentorship  
to the next generation of Community Service Officers.  
Motion by Councilmember Gold, seconded by Councilmember Leinweber, that  
the Resolution of appreciation of Maria Montoya, Community Service Officer, City  
of Colorado Springs Police Department, for their 31 years of service to the City of  
Colorado Springs be adopted. The motion passed by a vote of 8-0-1-0  
8 - Bailey, Crow-Iverson, Donelson, Gold, Leinweber, Rainey Jr., Risley, and Williams  
1 - Henjum  
Aye:  
Excused:  
25-269  
5.E.  
A Resolution of Appreciation of James Keller, Evidence Technician,  
Police Department - Impound Lot, for their 36 years of service to the City  
of Colorado Springs.  
Presenter:  
Patrick David, Police Commander.  
Attachments: Retiree Resolution James T. Keller  
Signed Resolution No. 74-25.pdf  
Patrick David, Police Commander, Colorado Springs Police Department  
(CSPD), read the Resolution of Appreciation for James Keller, Evidence  
Technician, CSPD Impound Lot, for their thirty-six years of service to the  
City of Colorado Springs.  
Mr. Keller expressed appreciation for the years he was able to serve the  
City.  
Several Councilmembers expressed gratitude for Mr. Keller’s service and  
accomplishments during his career with the City.  
Motion by Councilmember Gold, seconded by Councilmember Williams, that the  
Resolution of appreciation of James Keller, Evidence Technician, Police  
Department - Impound Lot, for their 36 years of service to the City of Colorado  
Springs be adopted. The motion passed by a vote of 8-0-1-0  
8 - Bailey, Crow-Iverson, Donelson, Gold, Leinweber, Rainey Jr., Risley, and Williams  
Aye:  
1 - Henjum  
Excused:  
25-289  
5.F.  
City Council Appointments to Boards, Commissions, and Committees  
Presenter:  
Lynette Crow-Iverson, Council President and Councilmember At-Large  
Attachments: 06102025 Boards Commissions and Committee Appointments  
06102025 LART Packet  
President Crow-Iverson presented the Appointments to Boards,  
Commissions, and Committees.  
Motion by Councilmember Bailey, seconded by Councilmember Williams, that  
the City Council Appointments to Boards, Commissions, and Committees be  
approved. The motion passed by a vote of 8-0-1-0  
8 - Bailey, Crow-Iverson, Donelson, Gold, Leinweber, Rainey Jr., Risley, and Williams  
1 - Henjum  
Aye:  
Excused:  
6. Mayor's Business  
There was no Mayor's Business.  
7. Items Called Off Consent Calendar  
There were no items called off the Consent Calendar.  
8. Utilities Business  
There was no Utilities Business.  
9. Unfinished Business  
There was no Unfinished Business.  
10. New Business  
11. Public Hearing  
There was no New Business.  
11.A. UVAR-25-00 A Use Variance to allow the establishment of a Child Day Care Center,  
02  
Large use in the R-E (Single-Family Estate) zone district consisting of  
4.83 acres located at 2380 Montebello Drive West. (Quasi-Judicial)  
Related Files: N/A  
Located in Council District 1  
Presenter:  
Molly O’Brien, Planner II, Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Director, Planning Department  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Attachment 1 - Project Statement  
Attachment 2 - Site Plan  
Attachment 3 - Public Comment  
7.5.527 USE VARIANCE  
Staff Presentation - Revolution Church Childcare Use Variance  
Applicant Presentation_Revolution Church Childcare Use Variance  
Molly O’Brien, Planner II, Planning Department, presented a Use Variance  
to allow the establishment of a Child Day Care Center, Large use in the  
R-E (Single-Family Estate) zone district consisting of 4.83 acres located at  
2380 Montebello Drive West. She provided an overview of the Revolution  
Church Childcare Center - Use Variance, vicinity map, project summary,  
site plan, timeline of review, stakeholder involvement, agency review,  
PlanCOS compliance, application review criteria, and City Council optional  
motions.  
Councilmember Rainey asked what the concern regarding state licensure  
was. Ms. Obrien stated there was a question regarding how the state  
license process relates to Planning and she explained how Planning staff  
reviews the minimum indoor/outdoor square foot requirements per child.  
Councilmember Donelson asked if the Planning Commission approved  
this item. Ms. O’Brien stated it was approved on their Consent Calendar  
seven to zero.  
Councilmember Donelson asked when the childcare will be in operation.  
Ms. O’Brien stated they will provide after-school care during the school  
year and will be open 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday during  
the summer months.  
Kevin Ross, Board Member and Elder, Revolution Church of the Front  
Range, representing the applicant, went over the project statement, revised  
Development Plan, childcare center floor plan, site/landscaping plan,  
Unified Development Code (UDC) Use Variance criteria, and request.  
There were no public comments on this item.  
Councilmember Donelson asked when the YMCA building was purchased.  
Mr. Ross stated it was purchased in 2022.  
Councilmember Donelson asked what the plan for the use of all the extra  
space was. Mr. Ross stated their initial plan was to grow faster than they  
actually did and they would lease the additional space, but saw the need for  
a childcare facility  
Councilmember Donelson asked if there would only be thirty children at a  
time outside at the park. Mr. Ross confirmed there would be due to it being  
a requirement of the Department of Early Childhood.  
Councilmember Bailey, President Pro Tem Risley, Councilmember Gold,  
and Councilmember Leinweber stated they support this project because it  
is repurposing this building and providing a much needed service to the  
community.  
Councilmember Donelson asked if the previous YMCA had a Use  
Variance for daycare. Kevin Walker, Director, Planning Department, stated  
the YMCA had a Conditional Use Variance which expired one year after it  
was no longer in business.  
Councilmember Donelson stated that because there is currently no  
neighborhood opposition, he will be supporting this project at this time.  
Motion by Councilmember Leinweber, seconded by Councilmember Gold, that  
the Use Variance to establish a Child Day Care Center, Large use in the R-E  
(Single-Family Estate) zone district based upon the findings that the request  
complies with the Use Variance criteria as set forth in City Code Section 7.5.527  
be approved. The motion passed by a vote of 8-0-1-0  
8 - Bailey, Crow-Iverson, Donelson, Gold, Leinweber, Rainey Jr., Risley, and Williams  
1 - Henjum  
Aye:  
Excused:  
11.B. PDZZ-25-000 A zone change consisting of 4.49 acres located at 1133 South Royer  
1
Street from GI (General Industrial) to PDZ (Planned Development Zone;  
non-residential; 180,000 maximum square footage; 80 feet maximum  
building height). (Quasi-Judicial)  
Presenter:  
Allison Stocker, Senior Planner, Planning Department  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director, Planning Department  
Located in Council District No. 3  
Attachments: Tava_Mtn_PDZZ_&PDZL_Ordinance  
Tava_Mtn_PDZZ_&_PDZL_Staff_Report_ADS_20250602_Revised  
Tava_Mtn_PDZZ_&_PDZL_Staff_Report_ADS_20250418  
Attachment_1_Land_Use_Plan  
Attachment_2_Project_Statement  
Attachment_3_PublicComments  
Attachment_3A_Public_Comment  
Attachment_3B_Public_Comment  
Attachment_3C_Comment_Recieved_at_CPC  
Exhibit_A_Zone_Map_Amendment_Legal_Description  
Exhibit_B_Zone_Map_Amendment_Boundaries  
7.5.704 ZONING MAP AMENDMENT (REZONING)  
Tava_Mtn_PDZZ&PDZL_Staff_Presentation  
Tava_Mtn_PDZZ&PDZL_Staff_Presentation  
Planning Commission Meeting - Tava - 05_14_2025  
Kevin Walker, Planning Director, Planning Department presented the first  
reading to set the public hearing date for June 24, 2025 for the Ordinance  
amending the zoning map of the City relating to 6.18 acres located at 1133  
South Royer Street from GI (General Industrial) to PDZ (Planned  
Development Zone District; Non-Residential; 180,000 maximum square  
footage; 80 feet maximum building height).  
Councilmember Donelson asked if this location is intended to be used for  
large battery storage. Mr. Walker confirmed it is.  
Motion by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Risley, that  
the Ordinance to approve the zone change of 6.18 acres from GI (General  
Industrial) to PDZ (Planned Development Zone; non-residential; 180,000  
maximum square footage; 80 feet maximum building height) based upon the  
findings that the request complies with the criteria for a Zoning Map Amendment  
as set forth in City Code Section 7.5.704 be approved on first reading. The motion  
passed by a vote of 7-1-1-0  
7 - Bailey, Crow-Iverson, Gold, Leinweber, Rainey Jr., Risley, and Williams  
Aye:  
No:  
1 - Donelson  
1 - Henjum  
Excused:  
12. Added Item Agenda  
There were no items added to the Agenda.  
13. One Hour of Citizen Discussion for Items not on Today's Agenda per City  
Council Rules  
Citizen Robert Dale Burnett spoke about entrepreneurial success being  
built on partnerships and highlighted the book “One Million Dreams  
Colorado Springs”.  
Citizen LeRad Niles spoke about the lack of enforcement of City Code in  
Old Colorado City.  
Citizen David Tone stated the Black Forest fire started due to the prophecy  
he had of the City being completely destroyed because of the wickedness  
within.  
Citizen Karla Powers provided a brief overview of their small independent  
library, Reading at the Rocks, and requested Councilmember Donelson be  
the City Council liaison to the Pikes Peak Library Board of Trustees.  
14. Executive Session  
There was no Executive Session.  
15. Adjourn  
There being no further business to come before City Council, Council  
adjourned at 11:21 AM.  
Sarah B. Johnson, City Clerk