ITEM 1 - CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Burkholder called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Lakewood Civic Center South, 480 South Allison Parkway, Lakewood, Colorado.

ITEM 2 - ROLL CALL

Those present were: Mayor Steve Burkholder, Presiding

Tom Booher
Ray Elliott
Jackie Herbst
Carol Kesselman
Bob Murphy
Debbie Koop
Mike Stevens
Cheryl Wise
Barb Martin

Absent: Jean Saum

Others in attendance: Joni Inman, Director, Mayor & City Manager's Office
Roger Noonan, City Attorney

Full and timely notice of this City Council meeting had been given and a quorum was present.

ITEM 3 - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

ITEM 4 - LAKEWOOD LEGACY FOUNDATION GRANTS
Eileen Schurmann, President of the Lakewood Legacy Foundation, presented three
grants to recipients Young American Education Foundation, Bridgeway, and Eiber
Build-A-Generation.

ITEM 5 - PROCLAMATIONS - CITY BOARD AND COMMISSION VOLUNTEERS
Mayor Burkholder presented Proclamations to all members of the City's Boards and
Commissions in honor of the work they perform on behalf of the City of Lakewood.

ITEM 6 - PUBLIC COMMENT
O'Connell Globetrotters - O'Connell Middle School - Mississippi Ave. at Teller Street - Lakewood, Colorado
The O'Connell Globetrotters are students from O'Connell Middle School who are planning a trip to Washington D.C. in April. Students stated that they are holding a fundraiser to support the finances of the trip. The fundraiser is called Super Sports Spectacular. It is being held on Saturday, February 9th at 7:00 p.m. at the Link Recreation Center. The students invited everyone to attend.

Tom Stewart - 1330 Depew Street - Lakewood, CO
Mr. Stewart reported what he termed an extremely unsafe condition along Colfax Avenue, especially in front of the Mesa Motel. The narrow sidewalks are icy, slick, and snow-covered, particularly hazardous for those catching the RTD bus. He stated there have been people killed. If the City does not deal with the issue after the next snowfall, he stated he would call 9 News. Also, he stated he saw a Denver police vehicle traveling 50-55 mph, with no siren and no lights. He stated he called the Lakewood Police and the person he spoke with told him they were not familiar with Denver protocol. Mr. Stewart stated that Denver is somewhat infamous for police vehicles hitting innocent bystanders and suggested someone look into the situation. Mr. Stewart then asked who was responsible for the censorship of public comment as reported in the approved minutes of Council meetings.

Joni Inman, Director of the Mayor and City Manager's Office, stated that property owners are responsible for the removal of snow from the sidewalks and when complaints are received by the Zoning Department, people can be sent out to take care of it.

Dick Plastino, Director of Public Works, explained the City's sidewalk clearing policy. He stated that an ordinance requires clearing of all sidewalks within the City within 24 hours after the end of a snowstorm. Mr. Plastino stated in older areas of the City, where the sidewalks are very close to the streets, the situation is difficult because Colfax Avenue is repeatedly plowed and snow is placed back on the sidewalks. Ordinance requires a property owner to clean that sidewalk once. If a property owner cleans it once and plows come and throw snow on it again, the City will clean it the second time. At the same time, crews are clearing bike paths, etc. The new street standards separate sidewalks from street by several feet and this is helpful. Mr. Plastino stated that the Colorado Department of Transportation is responsible for plowing the state highways that include Colfax, Kipling, Sheridan, Highway 285, Hampden, Wadsworth, etc. The City takes care of all the other streets and they are set up on a priority basis with major arterials being first, then moving into secondary streets, which include streets around school, and minor and major collector streets, and then move into residential streets if the snow is 6" or higher and has not begun to melt. A list of priority streets is on the City's website www.lakewood.org, or citizens can call the City Manager's Office at 303-987-7050 for information regarding the City's snow removal policy.

RESOLUTION 2002-4 SUPPORTING THE LAKEWOOD CITY COUNCIL'S ENCOURAGEMENT OF COUNCILOR BOOHER TO TAKE WHATEVER STEPS NECESSARY TO RESTORE AND REGAIN THE PUBLIC TRUST TO THE OFFICE AND POSITION TO WHICH HE WAS DULY ELECTED.

Councilman Booher stated that he takes full responsibility for his actions and deeply regrets that the incident occurred and has apologized to Mr. Elliott. He stated that Mr. Elliott and he are entering into mediation, and are both pretty hopeful of the outcome. He stated they believe it will help resolve any personal challenges they have and help them move on to best meet the needs of their constituents. Councilman Booher stated he had been assured by the Mayor and Council President Wise that the heart of the resolution is not to be mean-spirited or to try to divide Council, but the reason that they feel the need to do this is to put this behind them so they can move on with City business. He stated he would like to move on and for Council to be able to represent and do the work for the citizens. He stated it was with that spirit and his understanding of that, that he agreed to support the resolution.

Councilwoman Wise thanked Mr. Booher for having the courage to speak openly and for his willingness to support the resolution.

Councilwoman Wise made a motion to adopt Resolution 2002-4 and read it into the record as follows:

"A Resolution supporting the Lakewood City Council's encouragement of Councilor Booher to take whatever steps necessary to restore and regain the public trust to the office and position to which he was duly elected.

WHEREAS, on the evening of November 6, 2001, following the close of the municipal election polls, Councilor-Elect Tom Booher did, admittedly, physically accost Councilor Ray Elliott; and

WHEREAS, this action did cause physical injury to Councilor Elliott and property damage to a local business; and

WHEREAS, this action did result in criminal charges being filed against Councilor Booher which ultimately resulted in a guilty plea and conviction; and

WHEREAS, the public nature of this action has damaged the institution of City Council in that it brought shame and raised concerns by the public about the effectiveness of its elected representatives; and

WHEREAS, the City Council wants to condemn the conduct and actions of Councilor-Elect Booher; and

WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to restore its ability to act and perform as a cohesive and effective representative body.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Lakewood, Colorado, encourages Councilor Booher to take whatever steps he deems necessary to restore and regain the public trust to the office and position to which he was duly elected by the citizens of Ward 4, City of Lakewood, Colorado.

Signed, Stephen A. Burkholder, Mayor"

The motion was seconded by Barbara Martin.

Public Comment:

Don Ferega - 13647 West Montana Place - Ward 4 - Lakewood, CO
Mr. Ferega asked who was paying for the facilitator of the mediation between Councilmen Booher and Elliott. Mr. Ferega stated that Council made a statement when former Councilor Bob Filson made some comments in the press that were not representative of the City's views on minorities and at that time Mr. Filson was asked to resign and did resign. He stated the public was owed an explanation as to why Councilman Booher was not asked to resign. He stated he hoped Council was not sending a message that what you say can get you in more trouble in this City than what you do.

Raymond Hart - Councilor Booher's Campaign Manager in the most recent election
He stated that the citizens of Ward 4 have spoken. They wanted someone like Mr. Booher and Mr. Elliott to represent their ward. Mr. Hart stated it was appalling for someone to suggest that Mr. Booher should resign. He stated that Mr. Booher had done everything that the citizens would want him to do; he apologized, he's moving forward, he's here to represent the citizens of Lakewood. Mr. Hart told Mr. Ferega that Mr. Booher was not going to resign and that he was here to represent the citizens.

Dorothy Wisecarver - 8655 Meadowlark Drive - Lakewood, Co
Ms. Wisecarver asked that Council not support the resolution. She stated that Councilman Booher knows that his actions against Councilman Elliott were unacceptable and he has apologized. She stated it was time to get on with work and strive to work together. Ms. Wisecarver stated that she could understand the residents of Ward 4 addressing the subject, but she did not understand why Council was addressing it. At the time the action occurred, Mr. Booher had not taken his oath of office as a councilman and the incident did not occur on City property. She stated that many of the people on Council actively supported Mr. Booher's opponent in the election.

Walt Heidenfelder - Ward 4 Resident
Mr. Heidenfelder stated he was familiar with the circumstances surrounding Mr. Filson and Mr. Booher and stated the City Council had no choice but to follow their responsibilities. He stated that City Council exercised their responsibility in both cases and wished them the best of luck as they worked through this.

Public Comment was closed.

Councilman Elliott stated that due to his direct involvement and strong opinions in the matter, he would abstain from voting on the resolution. Councilman Elliott excused himself from the meeting.

Councilman Murphy addressed Ms. Wisecarver by stating that the purpose of the resolution is to reach closure on the issue and Councilman Booher also wishes to reach closure. Councilman Murphy addressed Mr. Ferega by stating that the issue of suitability for office is not an issue of City Council but an issue of Ward 4 residents to do it.

Councilman Stevens stated that this resolution condemns the actions and the behavior, not the individual. Councilman Stevens stated the resolution states that shame was bestowed on a lot of people. The resolution recommends that Mr. Booher do, whatever he feels necessary, to restore honor to the office to which he was elected. The resolution does not say he should resign, but it does not preclude him from that. It does not tell citizens to organize a recall, but it does not preclude that either. Councilman Stevens stated that City Council felt they needed to make a statement and for their good as an organization to be able to deal effectively with one another, it needed to be addressed. He stated he would be supporting the resolution.

Councilwoman Koop stated that earlier she was unsure as to whether she could support the resolution or not. She stated she wanted to move forward and work together as a team and put the past behind them. However, after discussion with other Council members and the fact that Councilman Booher had agreed to support the resolution, Councilwoman Koop stated that she could support the resolution.

Councilwoman Kesselman thanked Councilman Booher for supporting the resolution and stated her appreciation of his understanding of doing what was necessary. She stated that this resolution is an important step in addressing a very serious issue that all of City Council is concerned about. She stated she believed they could now move forward and she would be supporting the resolution.

Mayor Burkholder stated that the facilitator would be paid for out of the City Council budget with City funds. Mayor Burkholder explained that the situation is different than the issue regarding Bob Filson because one councilor went against what had been the accepted policy of the City for years and in this case, a one-on-one situation that did not even occur on City property. He stated the two situations were different and could not be linked. Mayor Burkholder stated that he is trying to email or chat directly with everyone who has written to him regarding this matter. He stated that two days after the court decision, Tom Booher came to his office and apologized to the Mayor and City Council. Other councilors wanted to do something to bring this to closure. Mayor Burkholder stated that it is his role as the Mayor of Lakewood to rebuilt trust and respect among the council members. He stated that he would be working closely with Councilman Booher and the rest of Council to go forward in this City and address the issues that need to be addressed in a very meaningful and cooperative way.

Vote: Nine Ayes. One Abstention (Elliott).

Councilman Elliott returned to the meeting.

CONSENT AGENDA - The following items from the Consent Agenda were read into the record by the City Clerk.

ITEM 7 - RESOLUTION 2002-2 FOR RENEWAL OF CONTRACT FOR THE 2002 CONCRETE REPAIR PROGRAM

ITEM 8 - RESOLUTION 2002-3 AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A RECREATIONAL WATER SLIDE FEATURE FOR THE LAKEWOOD LINK POOL ADDITION USING FEDERAL CDBG FUNDS

ITEM 9 - ORDINANCE O-2002-3 TO REZONE LAND LOCATED AT 7200 WEST ALAMEDA AVENUE, 6900/6960 WEST ALAMEDA AVENUE, 345/355 SOUTH PIERCE ST AND 398 SOUTH REED STREET, CITY OF LAKEWOOD, JEFFERSON COUNTY, COLORADO

ITEM 10 - ORDINANCE O-2002-4 TO VACATE PORTIONS OF DEDICATED RIGHTS-OF-WAY (ROW) FOR SOUTH REED STREET, SOUTH VANCE STREET AND THE SOUTH REED STREET ACCESS EASEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH THE REDEVELOPMENT OF THE BELMAR REDEVELOPMENT AREA LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SOUTH WADSWORTH BOULEVARD AND WEST ALAMEDA AVENUE, CITY OF LAKEWOOD, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO

ITEM 11 - ORDINANCE O-2002-5 TO APPROVE A SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN IN CONJUNCTION WITH REZONING CASE RZ-01-006 FOR LAND LOCATED AT 7200 WEST ALAMEDA AVENUE, 6900/6960 WEST ALAMEDA AVENUE, 344/355 SOUTH PIERCE ST AND 398 SOUTH REED STREET, CITY OF LAKEWOOD, JEFFERSON COUNTY, COLORADO

ITEM 12 - ORDINANCE O-2002-6 AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF A 0.55 ACRE PARCEL OF LAND AND THE PAYMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS TO THE STATE OF COLORADO IN EXCHANGE FOR A 1.56 ACRE PARCEL OF LAND, DECLARING 0.3 ACRES SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF THE SURPLUS PROPERTY TO THE ADJACENT PROPERTY OWNER SUBMITTING THE HIGHEST BID, ALL PARCELS OF LAND BEING LOCATED IN THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 3 SOUTH, RANGE 69 WEST OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, CITY OF LAKEWOOD, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO, FURTHER DECLARING AN EMERGENCY

ITEM 9 - APPROVING OF MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING

Regular City Council Meeting January 14, 2002

ITEM 10 - ACCEPTING MINUTES OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

Lakewood Planning Commission December 19, 2001
Heritage Culture & the Arts December 19, 2001
Lakewood Housing Authority October 5, 2001
Lakewood Housing authority October 29, 2001

Public Comment: None.

Councilwoman Wise made a motion to approve the Council minutes; to accept the minutes of Boards and Commissions; and ordered all ordinances introduced on first reading to be published in the Lakewood Sentinel with public hearing set for the date included in the ordinance; and ordered the adoption of resolutions, all of which were included in the Consent Agenda items introduced into the record by the City Clerk. The motion was seconded by Councilman Elliott.

Councilwoman Koop asked for more information regarding the swimming pool addition to The Link Recreation Center. Dick Plastino stated that it was a 10,000 s.f. addition with an addition of an indoor pool. The pool is a recreation pool for children complete with a water slide, pirate ship with jet cannons and water buckets. Construction started one week ago and will be 10 weeks in duration. The water slide cost $57,000 and an additional $5,000-6,000 for installation. It is not an ordinary slide, but an enclosed fiberglass slide with twists and turns. It will have 650 gallons of water per minute going through it.

Mayor Burkholder asked Dick Plastino to explain the funding sources for the swimming pool feature. Dick Plastino stated that the major funding was from Lottery Funds and Community Development Block Grant Funds.

Vote: All Ayes. No Nays. The motion carried.

ITEM 15 - ORDINANCE O-2002-1 ORDINANCE TO MODIFY AN EXISTING OFFICIAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND REZONE LAND LOCATED AT 551 SOUTH AMES STREET, CITY OF LAKEWOOD, COLORADO

Mayor Burkholder opened the Public Hearing.

Arthur Wise - Architect, Arthur Wise Architects, AIA - 2492 Genesee Trail Road, Suite 200, Golden, Colorado
Mr. Wise stated that the development met the Comprehensive Plan and the Sheridan Corridor Plan and offered to answer questions.

City Project Manager Chad Minor stated that the plan before Council is Plan Development Modification No. MO-01-002. The request before Council is to modify an existing Virginia Park Official Development Plan for a property located within the plan development zone district to allow for the construction of 26 additional multi-family apartment units located at 551 South Ames Street. Staff recommends approval of the Modification request. Planning Commission recommended approval by a vote of 5-2 at their December 5, 2001 meeting.

Councilwoman Herbst asked Vince Harris to explain the Activity Center referred to in the documents. Mr. Harris stated that in the Lakewood Comprehensive Plan there are a number of activity centers and this particular one is called Villa Italia or the Lakewood Activity Center, and it's generally the area bordered by the Belmar Park area, the City Commons, the neighborhood to left, the Villa property, commercial properties along Alameda north and south, to approximately Pierce or Harlan.

Councilwoman Herbst stated she was concerned about the traffic along Virginia Avenue since it is a very narrow street and wanted to know what impact the additional traffic would have on Virginia from Harlan Street to Sheridan Blvd.

Vince Harris stated that the Transportation Department did review the rezoning application and did not have any objections or state any need for required improvements of public streets around the development. There will be approximately 70 additional trips on Virginia; 35 leaving the development and 35 returning to the development. The Site Plan shows an entrance on Virginia, Ames, and Center. Approximately one-third of all the new trips will go to Virginia.

Councilwoman Herbst stated that the minutes of the Planning Commission contain concerns of sidewalks for pedestrians and she asked Vince Harris to address the issue. Mr. Harris stated that sidewalks are planned along the property itself, on Virginia, Ames, and Center. There are no additional sidewalks planned at this time. Mr. Harris stated that the South Alameda Neighborhood Plan has not been approved by Council.

Councilwoman Herbst asked how many additional parking spaces would be provided in conjunction with the new development. Mr. Wise stated there would be 142 spaces. The requirement is for 135 spaces. Included in the 142 spaces are 20 garages.

Councilwoman Herbst asked where the gazebo and open space would be located on the property. Mr. Wise stated that the buildings are clustered around two landscaped courtyards. There is a gazebo, barbeque, and a 20 x 20' picnic shelter.

Councilwoman Herbst asked if the South Alameda Neighborhood Plan was reviewed by staff in regards to this development. Mr. Harris stated that staff did not look at the Plan, as it has not yet been adopted by Council.

Councilwoman Herbst asked for an explanation of the zoning and its impact on adjacent properties. Mr. Harris stated that the current zoning is 5R and currently there are 16 units per acre and the proposed change will increase it to 21 acres per unit. The 21 acres per unit is still allowable within the 5R zoning. Mr. Harris stated that an additional 26 units would go on the property. The property to the north and west is zoned 1R, large lot single family residential. Planning Division does not anticipate that it would go to a multi-family type of zone. Zoning would defer to the South Alameda Neighborhood Plan and the Jefferson Garden Plan for future use. Mr. Harris stated the impact of 26 units is a little more traffic on the three streets.

Councilwoman Herbst asked if the City was setting a precedence for rezoning cases in the future for those parcels. Mr. Harris stated that each case stands on its own merits and the City would not be setting precedence.

Councilwoman Martin stated that Council is normally trying to get developers to downsize and this asks for an increase in density. One of the reasons stated in the documents is more affordable housing. Chad Minor stated that this was an important area in the Sheridan Corridor due to many businesses and offices along the corridor. There is a zero percent vacancy rate which means that these one-bedroom units are in demand. Mr. Minor stated that the property is well kept and this is an important area in which to have this type of housing. He stated that many 4R or 5R zone districts are either built out or not being supported for any type of other rezoning. Councilwoman Martin stated that there is always a need for affordable housing and some of the rents are as low as $500 per month. Mr. Minor stated that he had seen the units, they were recently remodeled, and are very nice with good amenities.

Councilman Stevens asked how many units the property to the east is zoned for and if it was currently built out. Mr. Minor stated that he did not have the information on that particular property. Councilman Stevens stated that all other property in the general area is single family. Chad Minor stated the property to the south and a small portion to the west along Sheridan Blvd. was zoned 4R, but it was not developed as 4R.

Councilman Stevens asked if 24 units per acre is pushing the maximum allowed in a 5R zone. Vince Harris stated that a 4R zone district allows up to 12 units per acre. A 5R zone district allows up to 25 units per acre. The existing zoning at Virginia Park is equivalent to 5R zoning at 16 units per acre now. The applicant is proposing to move up to 21 units per acre. In regards to 5R zoning, there is some approximately three blocks away, just south of Alameda. The immediate area is generally 1R zoning.

Councilman Stevens stated that the Staff Report dated October 5, 2001 does not contain information from R-l School District in regards to capacity levels. Chad Minor stated that R-1 did not reply to the referral

Councilman Stevens asked what other outreach programs to the neighborhood besides the required notification had taken place. Mr. Wise stated that a neighborhood meeting was held and only the adjacent owners attended. They expressed some concern about the wire fence along the property line and the applicant agreed to provide a 6' high solid fence. These owners were also at the Planning Commission Hearing. All the tenants and people within the district were notified of the meetings. The applicant emphasized the fact that these were one-bedroom units and had they been two-bedroom units, a lower density would be needed. He stated that the one-bedroom units may cause less traffic as well.

Mayor Burkholder stated that the current buildings were brick construction with asphalt roofs and wanted to know what the new construction would be. The applicant,
Mr. Wise, stated that the construction would be primarily all brick. It would be Georgian Architecture to match the original buildings. The lower levels will be handicap adaptable. The buildings will be low maintenance so they can continue to concentrate on landscaping.

Councilwoman Wise made a motion to adopt Ordinance 2002-1 on second and final reading. It was seconded by Councilman Elliott.

Councilwoman Kesselman stated she was originally concerned about the increased density, but after looking at location and listening to the discussion regarding traffic issues, she is more comfortable with the specific site location. She stated it has good access to transportation and is an excellent choice for the site.

Councilman Murphy stated that he would support it, by a very thin margin, based on the need for this sort of housing in that area of Lakewood. He stated he certainly understands the Planning Commission's debate on this issue.

Councilwoman Herbst complimented the property owner for the maintenance of the property. She stated she was very familiar with the property and the area. In regards to a 500' notification area, she questioned how many properties were actually notified, since this is such a rural area. She expressed her concerns about the traffic, sidewalks, and narrowness of Virginia Avenue. She stated she would not be supporting the resolution.

Councilman Stevens stated, having read the information in detail and listening to the testimony, that he would be voting against the resolution.

Vote: 8 Ayes. 2 Nays (Herbst and Stevens). The motion carried.

ITEM 16 - ORDINANCE O-2002-2 AUTHORIZING A NON-EXCLUSIVE WATER LINE EASEMENT ACROSS A PORTION OF CITY OWNED TRACT P OF WHITE FENCE FARM SUBDIVISION LOCATED IN THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 24, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 69 WEST OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, CITY OF LAKEWOOD, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO

Councilwoman Wise made a motion to adopt Ordinance 2002-2 on second and final reading. It was seconded by Councilman Elliott.

Vote: All Ayes. No Nays. The motion carried.

ITEM 17 - GENERAL BUSINESS

In answer to a public comment, Mayor Burkholder asked the City Clerk to explain how the meeting minutes are produced. City Clerk Margy Greer stated that she is responsible for the compilation of the minutes and that the minutes are summary minutes, not verbatim minutes. Ms. Greer encouraged anyone with questions regarding the minutes to contact her. Mayor Burkholder stated that the minutes can be found on the City's website www.lakewood.org.

Mayor Burkholder stated that although the Police Department was not available to answer questions tonight, the issue regarding Police Department protocol and communications will be answered.

ITEM 18 - REPORTS

Councilwoman Koop
Reminded neighbors in O'Kane Park neighborhood of a general meeting tomorrow night at 7:00 p.m. of the O'Kane Park Neighborhood Association, held at Washington Heights Center on 1st Avenue at O'Kane Park. Mayor Burkholder complimented the neighborhood association on their newsletter. It is a very informative newsletter.

Councilman Stevens
Change of location for the Mayor's Villa Advisory Committee Meeting on Tuesday, February 5th at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Belmar Sales Office, 7200 W. Alameda Avenue, and the location is just east of the King Soopers store. It is an open meeting. The public is invited. Continuum will be presenting an update on the Belmar project.

Councilwoman Martin
Asked Joni Inman if the problem \ between Wide Open West and AT&T had been resolved. Ms. Inman stated that the matter regarding airing Channel 8 on the Wide Open West system had not been addressed yet. The two cable companies have been given deadlines of January 31st to come back with a solution. The next step will be a hearing before City Council. Ms. Inman stated she would keep Council apprised of the progress in the matter.

Councilman Murphy
Reminded everyone of the Citizens for Lakewood's Future 3rd Annual Forum scheduled for Saturday, February 23rd at Red Rocks College at 6th & Indiana.

Reminded the public of Planning Commission's Town Meeting, Thursday night from
6-9 p.m. in the Cultural Center across the plaza from City Hall. Tonight's zoning case was a good example of why citizen feedback is so important to the update of the Plan.

Will be attending a Rooney Valley Joint Task Force meeting tomorrow night with the Town of Morrison. There are three representatives from Morrison and three representatives from Lakewood that review all development proposals under this intergovernmental agreement.

Councilwoman Kesselman
Had received a number of calls from people regarding the Carmody Recreation Center. The pool will open on February 25, 2002. The rest of the facility will open at a later date. The City hosts a number of regional events at that pool.

Councilwoman Herbst
The O'Connell Globetrotters left some flyers in the back of the room for the public. The event is sponsored by the City of Lakewood at the Link Recreation Center. It is a partnership with O'Connell Middle School and the Link Recreation Center. Program Director Stacey Turner has done an incredible job with the students who are helping to put this program together. Thanked staff and Stacy for work they've put into the program. The event is will be held February 9th from 7-10 p.m. Laser tag will be the feature event. It is a family night. Children are not allowed unless accompanied by their parents. She invited everyone to attend.

Commended Martindale Neighborhood. Over the last month they have completed three neighborhood watch areas, completely established with l00% cooperation. Six new areas coming into play now. Congratulated newest Volunteer Block Captain, Margy Greer.
Congratulated and commended Alameda High School Varsity Cheerleading Squad. Honored for taking first place at two regional competitions and will be representing Alameda High School, Jefferson County, and the City at the National Cheerleader Finals in Orlando, Florida in February. She wished them good luck.

ITEM 19 - ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Burkholder adjourned at the meeting at 8:50 p.m.

Submitted by

Margy Greer, City Clerk

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