City Council Approves Controversial Annexation Plan

During a recent meeting of the Commerce City Council, members voted to annex a property located at the southwest corner of East 88th Avenue and Tower Road, commonly referred to as the Tower Landfill. The motion, introduced by Councilmember Kim and seconded by Councilmember Teeter, was supported by several council members who emphasized the importance of maintaining control over the property and ensuring it remains within the city's growth boundary.

Councilmember Kim highlighted that annexing the property is essential for the city's governance, stating that if the property were to remain unincorporated in Adams County, any future permitting actions would likely direct applicants to annex to Commerce City anyway. This sentiment was echoed by Mayor Pro Tem Noble, who noted that supporting the annexation aligns with the city's interests in managing future developments effectively.

The council's decision to proceed with the annexation was formalized through the introduction of Ordinance AN 26324, which passed with a vote of seven in favor and two members excused. Following this, the council moved on to discuss another ordinance regarding zoning changes at the southeast corner of 88th Avenue and E-470, indicating a busy agenda focused on urban development and land management in the area.

The meeting also included a brief recess, allowing council members to regroup before continuing with the zoning discussions.