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Head said the foundation — which has historically partnered with the city and used a city employee as the executive director under a memorandum of understanding — has missed IRS Form 990 filings since 2022 and now faces bookkeeping and compliance issues. He described the arrangement in which the executive director reported through the city’s parks and recreation director as structurally flawed and said the foundation has engaged a nonprofit accounting firm to reconcile books and to negotiate any penalties with the IRS.

Head told council he is serving as acting executive director at a substantially reduced stipend to stabilize operations and to recruit a permanent director who can expand sustainable giving and donor relationships. He said existing grant funding and recent awards (including HUD funds routed through the foundation for a partner nonprofit and a $12,500 Adams County award) provide some operational runway.

The foundation asked council to take three steps: (1) withdraw an outstanding city invoice for $27,388 representing the foundation’s portion of the previous executive director’s salary in 2024, (2) commit $41,713 in city funding for operational support this year (to cover remaining salary/benefits funds already budgeted), and (3) direct city staff to work with the foundation to draft an updated memorandum of understanding that clarifies oversight, roles and financial arrangements.

Board chair Michael Lazar and board members attending the meeting said they will pursue stronger donor development and governance practices. Councilors asked for clarity and metrics and several said they would be open to short‑term support if the foundation demonstrates a concrete plan and milestones toward self‑sufficiency. Acting city staff said they would work with the foundation to draft a new MOU and return to council with options.

Council took no formal vote during the study session; staff and the foundation were to follow up with draft MOU language and potential conditions tied to any short‑term city funding.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Westminster City Council Study Session | March 24, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Westminster Community Foundation told council it found bookkeeping lapses and missed IRS filings and asked the city to withdraw an invoice, provide short‑term operational funding and work on a new oversight agreement.","taxTitle","Westminster, Jefferson County, Colorado","taxId",2385,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6624454,"Council asks staff to prepare draft support for Save Our Skies citizens' letter",160,1544000,1704000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2765868-798cc432d2e3c4e8f86e09b05bca2ef6&start=1544&end=1704","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2765868-798cc432d2e3c4e8f86e09b05bca2ef6/thumbnail_1544000.jpg","/articles/6624454/Westminster/Jefferson-County/Colorado/Council-asks-staff-to-prepare-draft-support-for-Save-Our-Skies-citizens-letter","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6624454-d5601da21adee28cb305d3007ee0c358/orig.mp4?Expires=1771169266&Signature=At9bsIFZu5g7NdX3UWtrwxJJXztM4QaznuCuR61mxo-vjtUX3qq6GU4FpGe4iwxz1bU7Hzg0mS5HFpFHUdBIi~kFZNum9mSgGzMQX2dG5NHqWmMCrJyMjTU9YxkE1vAfEweLvTv2-irmo2AcWcDqoNTfsIcZutXffY3viqPWlZC8s7-1EtwhPCXfV~uTkn9nDQUJbwrX~EW2q0lNVEOeZELO4VPHbirZiTa251SItJT3KVTqGqaf8BZkGA6ZJ~NvaWuuv58UjvM1bD0qMI0ZW1JYCPlvOJ5nrAkO4mozarMkR8D1gy4KFDpAKDMB9U1c0mS0MPPLvm7~Bw9pazt8DQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At the Westminster City Council study session on March 24, several councilors moved to have staff prepare a short, clear letter stating the council’s support for a citizens' Save Our Skies letter and to agendize that draft for discussion at the next council meeting.

The item arose during council reports after Councilor Carmelica and others described constituent interest in a letter concerning community concerns (referred to in the transcript as the Save Our Skies letter). One councilor asked whether the body wanted staff to draft a letter of support so that the council could consider signing on; another councilor emphasized keeping the letter “simple” and phrasing it as support for citizens’ input rather than directing another elected body on policy.

Council members indicated no objections to preparing and placing a short draft letter on the agenda; staff (including the city manager’s office and city attorney review) was asked to prepare the text and return it for council discussion. No formal vote was recorded; councilors asked that attorney review be included before posting the item to avoid confusion about scope and wording.","Council directed staff to prepare a succinct letter indicating the city’s support for a citizens' Save Our Skies letter to county commissioners and to place that draft on the next meeting agenda for discussion.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6624457,"Community Services presents consolidated department budget; council hears updates on rental inspections, parking enforcement and fee reviews",3855,6495000,10350000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2765868-798cc432d2e3c4e8f86e09b05bca2ef6&start=6495&end=10350","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2765868-798cc432d2e3c4e8f86e09b05bca2ef6/thumbnail_6495000.jpg","/articles/6624457/Westminster/Jefferson-County/Colorado/Community-Services-presents-consolidated-department-budget-council-hears-updates-on-rental-inspections-parking-enforcement-and-fee-reviews","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6624457-0ed7eaeb6c81cc78def3cf392f7ac147/orig.mp4?Expires=1771169266&Signature=DT-KIjpTraoAfHHxCnzLPS0hCRpAwRpRRBkfjYwrXdaV9mPf9CHhK-LcULu39wmoTNIAcnma9lsKC5otXtLxWKmwueivdZGBBqvtnSHPZEJ-JFg9To3O86uRbZw-BqjSyi9WL6eAmEmH9cXJ19BqqRDZq8oZmpuX4hxAZ3nDwdnvBV0-eJzZy6IAjtGW6t0fiBIzQBiRzUo5S~n-7Uyj1OhasvH5cYaU3L6o-yKt9rlRSLezge5eeiETjH0~iM2pb5SWxfCbg739RRm~aPnxFORy3JFnGbdSucxg~opTq8TGsXJjFK5okOgTIw3OUPVAuzVvfTgqNrBpEjvMlxCWJw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Community Services Director Lindsey Kimball presented the consolidated department’s 2025 staffing and operating budget during the March 24 Westminster City Council study session, describing a merger of economic development, planning, building, community preservation, real estate and sustainability functions into one department.

Kimball said the consolidation preserves total authorized FTE but reallocated roles to better support cross‑department workflows and to elevate sustainability into administration reporting directly to the director. She emphasized the department’s focus on redevelopment, permitting efficiency, small business assistance and housing initiatives while holding line on new full‑time positions.

The presentation included several operational highlights: the department’s economic development team (led by Stephanie Trollor) manages recruitment, small business supports, CDBG and housing programs; planning (John McConnell) will continue implementation of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and coordinate Front Range passenger rail updates; building (Chief Building Official Sam Everitt) is implementing the city’s adopted 2021 code and improving permitting counter service; and community preservation is responsible for rental housing inspections, code enforcement and parking management.

Kimball and staff gave a progress update on Atrium Apartments inspections. Code and rental‑housing staff conducted unit inspections earlier in March; the department told council that life‑safety issues identified during initial inspections have been cleared and reinspected in person, while non‑life‑safety items remain under corrective timelines.

On parking and enforcement, staff described the recent transfer of civil on‑street enforcement to the community preservation team to free police resources for criminal enforcement. Councilors pressed for proactive outreach to neighbors and for staff to consider whether the proposed eight‑foot walls, landscaping and other mitigations are appropriate for infill projects discussed elsewhere on the agenda.

Kimball said the department is initiating a review of all fees tied to planning, building and related services. She told council last year’s collections totaled about $7.1 million and noted many fees have not been updated for decades. The department will return with an analysis and proposals; Kimball stressed the review aims to align fees with staff time and actual review costs rather than to impose undue burdens on residents.

Council members asked about homelessness and budgeted resources for 2026; Kimball said staff will bring back more information and that the city’s April budget town hall and a May budget workshop are opportunities to shape 2026 priorities. Several councilors urged the city to continue partnering with neighboring jurisdictions where possible.

No formal council action was taken at the study session; council requested follow‑up information on the fee review, rental inspection results and potential budget impacts tied to homelessness response for the 2026 budget process.","The newly consolidated Community Services Department outlined staffing, division responsibilities and 2025 priorities including business outreach, housing programs, rental inspections at Atrium Apartments, expanded parking enforcement and a promised comprehensive review of fees tied to development and permitting.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6624462,"Human Resources outlines 2025 priorities, including compensation and emotional‑intelligence investments",628,2325000,2953000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2765868-798cc432d2e3c4e8f86e09b05bca2ef6&start=2325&end=2953","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2765868-798cc432d2e3c4e8f86e09b05bca2ef6/thumbnail_2325000.jpg","/articles/6624462/Westminster/Jefferson-County/Colorado/Human-Resources-outlines-2025-priorities-including-compensation-and-emotionalintelligence-investments","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6624462-1164adad639187b1e71e40a3bb1513bd/orig.mp4?Expires=1771169266&Signature=i1qQ47cI179Tn3uorXLha01-oWo4E1LyvY-8lHnrVRRcEGfxtPeAf-qifQ5Ve4L4Bhzf5Zmwkb9S41PvGfY2eD4NM3QiSzWbu25ckRjlj9Hv74KaYh~9K7LmmrUUUn9Acjn1RJ5J1vQKnkCx93SaXWHcb8fa31QDkN08Je9Auybcru60khIz31Ir4e-H7bPX~gfzAanHBTHjHjtg-cWZI-KEwgAZUeUHPP9zACqW8fVThcpzDwySO4Aw2HIDB1nSb0i4RvUR2ZLKZH014tIH8dOUviS1CgShW~ksn5z9p36Yu0fd0rOaCGBGvMxmuctZpR2KTp2E7QRoIAQYdQ3MgQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Human Resources Director David Godfrey presented the HR department’s 2025 budget and strategic priorities at the Westminster City Council study session on March 24, saying the department will emphasize organizational vitality, recruitment and training.

Godfrey described three key investments for 2025: a comprehensive compensation and classification study (a one‑time engagement budgeted in 2025 but expected to cost about half the budgeted amount), continued rollout of a three‑year emotional‑intelligence training program, and a modest staffing increase to expand training and learning design. He said the city has budgeted roughly $250,000 for the comp‑and‑class effort but expects the contract to cost “about half” that figure once bids are finalized.

On workforce benefits, Godfrey said HR is exploring whether to offer a defined‑benefit pension option for general employees and is working with consultants on investment and record‑keeping services. He noted the city is evaluating its benefits package “to remain competitive,” and that Westminster is unique in Colorado government payroll practices in several ways; he also highlighted a federal compliance certification the city maintains.

“First and foremost, I view human resources as a core service that is necessary to the performance of the city's mission,” Godfrey said during his presentation.

Council members asked about timeline and scope. Godfrey told council any pay adjustments recommended by the compensation study would likely take effect no earlier than January 1, 2026, and that sworn police and fire classifications will not be addressed within the current study because collective bargaining agreements run through January 2027. He also said the consultant’s standard deliverables could include boilerplate demographic information, and he agreed to explore whether Bolton (the selected consultant) or the study scope will include pay equity or demographic pay analysis.

Godfrey described HR’s continuing emphasis on employee wellness, training, recruitment and a performance‑management RFP. He said the department’s ‘‘emotional intelligence’’ training is intended to improve decision‑making, reduce conflict and lower litigation risk by improving workplace interactions.

Councilors generally praised the HR presentation and asked follow‑ups about AI use, mental‑health utilization and parental/medical leave provisions. Godfrey said the city already uses generative AI in HR workflows for drafting and research and that employees are using mental‑health resources including virtual counseling and Employee Assistance Program services.

No formal council vote followed the presentation; councilors requested follow‑up details on study scope, pay equity analysis and the timing of possible budgetary impacts for 2026.","Human Resources Director David Godfrey presented the department’s 2025 budget and priorities, highlighting a planned compensation and classification study, continued emotional‑intelligence training and exploration of a defined‑benefit pension option.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6624466,"Council reviews concept plan for Mandalay Gardens light‑industrial flex project",455,2396000,2851000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2765868-798cc432d2e3c4e8f86e09b05bca2ef6&start=2396&end=2851","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2765868-798cc432d2e3c4e8f86e09b05bca2ef6/thumbnail_2396000.jpg","/articles/6624466/Westminster/Jefferson-County/Colorado/Council-reviews-concept-plan-for-Mandalay-Gardens-lightindustrial-flex-project","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6624466-a07b3f435c4eb1b3ed6b352bfb27798b/orig.mp4?Expires=1771169266&Signature=bXfFbZZqcQbgcvY5ZlOmuPzVMRgOOM--OpUbzMYLbwOPviO5z63tBSRT6aQaETOlzAhjxz2NRZ28AiPyOi77U5loYvRD3nBH8NKfnK3~ETOCNYs3o-tgD5LrHcq5-tPNHdkSKXt0kW9TQ~RabnuqYNtJUPPDQxywYWEfo3AgxjjzEKZzqKVOXoWZLBkc~vXk6yY5tgsfxh-4e36gixpHiA~OWtC2tyESfL4M2OZ3L0LtcSN0KzgUjkVF5oeQZZB6qluxB8bsu3VZhk8PgSNIaGL5LFYe5UOwMQl~eh2fsQqD3dXf0xc0DEkd8mj1mNHvI7w~T7bNVGEuSeSs8xpnwQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Westminster City Council received a concept plan presentation Monday for Mandalay Gardens, a proposed small light‑industrial flex development at 10385 Wadsworth Boulevard, just west of West 103rd Avenue.

The applicant described a roughly one‑acre site plan with approximately 8,700 square feet of building area divided into five units. The concept emphasizes a barn‑like, “bridal farm” aesthetic facing Wadsworth with a flat–faced block building to the rear and an eight‑foot perimeter screening wall to reduce noise for adjacent residential properties in unincorporated Jefferson County.

Planning manager John McConnell told council the site is within an enclave of unincorporated Jefferson County and is zoned planned unit development; the parcel will require a preliminary development plan and official development plan to be entitled. He said the 2040 Comprehensive Plan designates the site as employment flex and staff’s preliminary review focused on design, buffering, and impacts on nearby single‑family properties.

Applicant representatives said the units are intended primarily for small local employers — for example, cabinetmakers, small fabrication or textile shops, or other “work‑and‑store” uses. Each unit would include ground‑level work space with a garage‑door loading area and a small mezzanine office. The team said parking was sized to code but could be adjusted based on a traffic study tied to specific uses.

Council members raised concerns about noise, the visual impact of the proposed eight‑foot wall adjacent to neighboring yards, and the narrowness of the site that limits options for berming or large landscape buffers. Councilors encouraged the applicant to meet with adjacent property owners, explore tree planting and additional landscape screening, and consider a traffic/parking study to support a request for any parking reduction.

Planning staff confirmed the concept review was purely advisory and that council comments do not bind future staff review, the planning commission, or a council decision on any official entitlements. The applicant did not request any waivers; a technical review and PDP/ODP application would follow if the applicant decides to move forward.

Council members who spoke said the proposal could activate a long‑vacant lot and called the design work “thoughtful,” while asking staff and the applicant to continue outreach to neighbors about the wall, sightlines and service access.

The city received the project for concept feedback only; no formal approvals or votes were taken.","City councilors heard a concept plan for a proposed five‑unit light‑industrial “flex” building at 10385 Wadsworth Boulevard and gave nonbinding feedback on design, buffering and parking. No formal entitlement decision was made; a preliminary development plan will be required if the applicant proceeds.","actionData","errors"]

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Westminster Community Foundation seeks city help to remedy bookkeeping issues, asks for temporary operational funding and a new MOU

Council asks staff to prepare draft support for Save Our Skies citizens' letter

Community Services presents consolidated department budget; council hears updates on rental inspections, parking enforcement and fee reviews

Human Resources outlines 2025 priorities, including compensation and emotional‑intelligence investments

Council reviews concept plan for Mandalay Gardens light‑industrial flex project