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Brandon Murray, who led the presentation for code enforcement, told council Broomfield currently has no municipal code limiting how long a vehicle may be parked on a public street. Staff reported 91 resident complaints last year about recreational vehicles, 58 proactive observations by code staff that resulted in enforcement actions and four tows; about 47 of the resident complaints did not meet any current code violation because the vehicles appeared operable and had current registration.

Staff recommended drafting a code limiting recreational and oversized vehicle parking to a short time window — the staff proposal referenced 72 hours within a given seven‑day period — applied to all public streets and without creating a permit system (staff said permit administration would require additional resources). Murray also reviewed existing code provisions staff already enforces, such as a junk vehicle ordinance, prohibitions on obstructing driveways or sidewalks, and rules for oversized vehicle setbacks on private property.

Council members raised related policy points: some asked for a longer allowance for visitors (several council members suggested five to seven days), others urged staff to revise vehicle‑height definitions (current Broomfield code references a 6‑foot height standard that predates modern vehicle sizes) and several council members stressed the ordinance should be enforceable and avoid easy ways to evade penalties (for example, repeated short moves across the street).

Council members also noted state law changes that limit homeowners associations’ ability to restrict RV parking; that state-level change has sometimes shifted community expectations onto local municipalities. Staff warned enforcement raises procedural and resource questions — for example, a federal appeals court decision has limited simple ‘‘chalking’’ methods used by some cities to determine whether a vehicle has been stationary for a threshold period, so the code must be written with enforceability in mind.

Council members generally supported staff drafting an ordinance that would:

• Address recreational vehicles and oversized trailers;
• Use a short‑term maximum (staff suggested 72 hours within a seven‑day period; several council members suggested 5–7 days instead);
• Prefer a fine‑only enforcement approach rather than a permit program; and
• Apply the restriction to all public streets.

Staff said it would draft ordinance language and return to council with a proposal and enforcement options. No formal vote was recorded in the transcript; council directed staff to draft a proposal and several members asked staff to account for practical enforcement issues, vehicle height definitions and potential storage alternatives when returning with draft language.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Council Sessions","oneSentenceSummary","Staff asked council whether to draft an ordinance limiting long-term recreational vehicle parking; council members generally supported staff drafting rules (staff recommended 72 hours within a week), applying to all public streets and not using a permit system.","taxTitle","Broomfield County, Colorado","taxId",9320,"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},6603277,"Broomfield staff outline water, sewer and stormwater plans; propose enterprise advisory committee",2869,1590000,4459000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3000524-9703b06d3e690f9cc103baec9493cca4&start=1590&end=4459","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3000524-9703b06d3e690f9cc103baec9493cca4/thumbnail_1590000.jpg","/articles/6603277/Broomfield-County/Colorado/Broomfield-staff-outline-water-sewer-and-stormwater-plans-propose-enterprise-advisory-committee","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6603277-4ae089e80f1b1753f863af12a23d053a/orig.mp4?Expires=1771153628&Signature=IR4rkHjBFz6G1xK3hEFgtqjr810FhGHpBcORz91Ei5N50oeret~G1puCnb7SsRMI8kzmBuiS2haLchQXcBndJaZcjRfi8pM9sW1To3IR8M0Leh0H6b35rLVLj~FdRMR-lt3B2aSleEYaKVU2bwef~wihjJx6BRg7xNHbB-BP-J~ItxnzNsnRQhNlgTqa6NRRRrCpHRtEyGNRFV3S~jBwD5yQGr-~TSf5Y2fslTBey7mgWqSl5zZ9WJc6Rx4wXggpzVDTi-I7ODRGSm7zK-RPisWZMz8jiMCUwDvHnb6DS7ZN94F1AmXe61Rl61r6F-90Z0onkTI1uYwzRqw7Zhk1wg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City and County of Broomfield staff presented unaudited 2024 financial results for water and sewer enterprise funds, updated the council on major water and wastewater capital projects and proposed formation of an enterprise-focused resident advisory committee to provide community input on utility rates and capital planning.

Graham Clark, director of finance, framed the presentation as an update on 2024 results and a preview of rate and capital decisions expected during the 2026 budget cycle. Clark said operating expenses for the water fund ended about $1.1 million under budget in 2024 and the sewer fund was about $1 million favorable; he cautioned those variances must be evaluated alongside precipitation, unexpected repairs and development revenue timing.

Ken Rutt, director of public works, reviewed water‑system planning and major capital projects. He highlighted a suite of planning decisions: a 12‑year meter replacement program covering about 22,443 meters (replacement averaging roughly 1,568–1,870 meters per year), a 36‑year waterline replacement program to replace roughly 53.3 miles of pipe (average 1.48 miles per year, roughly $292 million in 36‑year projected costs), and a North Area potable storage project anticipated to require bond funding in the $60–$70 million range. Rutt also described progress on regional supply projects: Chimney Hollow (the Windy Gap firming project) will provide firmed Windy Gap supply and is expected to begin filling in July 2025; Chimney Hollow’s storage is approximately 90,000 acre‑feet.

Staff also reported a recommended change to reuse planning: operational changes with parks and HOAs reduced the immediate need to build a proposed reuse tank, saving an estimated $17.3 million compared with the tank alternative. At the wastewater treatment plant, a recent cost update after 90 percent design raised the phase‑one projection to about $548 million; drivers cited were regulatory requirements, asset renewal and solids handling.

On affordability, staff reported the Utility Rate Assistance Fund (URAF) has received 2,340 applications, more than 300 calls and over 100 one‑on‑one consultations; staffing and assistance costs to date are about $600,000 with a mid‑year projection of $900,000 to $1 million. Clark said staff will provide another update at the July quarterly meeting and final 2026 rate recommendations are expected at that time.

To improve community engagement and oversight, staff proposed an enterprise advisory committee of five residents plus two alternates with staggered terms; duties would include learning about enterprise finances, reviewing CIP and rate planning, and advising council and staff. Staff also announced public works and water utility “academy” site tours for residents (first scheduled for May 17 at the water treatment plant) to help residents see how funds are spent.

Council members asked detailed follow‑up questions about mandates driving wastewater costs (nitrogen, phosphorus and potential temperature limits), meter accuracy and potential revenue changes, and options for addressing a large 2029 CIP demand tied to several high‑cost projects. Several council members voiced support for forming the advisory committee, with a mix of suggestions about membership size, inclusion of subject‑matter expertise and whether to hire a third‑party facilitator to staff the committee during its initial months.

Staff flagged that two enterprise bonds are expected to be issued within the next nine months and that final rate recommendations will be presented at the July quarterly update after the CIP and rate alignment process is complete.

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The student presenters described anti-bullying campaigns, school pledges and community outreach the groups have organized. ‘‘I don't want anybody to ever feel like they're unsafe or feeling bullied wherever they are,’’ said Lola Powell, an eighth grader at Broomfield Heights Middle School. Emerald Elementary representatives said their school has been a No Place for Hate site for 12 consecutive years and has 30 student members from third through fifth grades who meet biweekly.

The proclamation the mayor pro tem read says the day recognizes anti-bias education and ‘‘celebrates the efforts No Place for Hate coalitions at Broomfield Heights Middle School and Emerald Elementary,’’ and it encourages participation in anti-bias activities across the county.

Anti-Defamation League representative Jerry, who identified himself as affiliated with the ADL, praised the student work and the council's recognition. ‘‘I cannot tell you how gratifying it is to see the city council do what they're doing today. This does not happen in many cities,’’ he said, noting the student-generated nature of the programs and the ADL's role in supporting them.

Students detailed local activities, including a wear-pink anti-bullying day, a community chalk-the-walk initiative, an annual “resolution of respect” drafted and signed at their schools, and library displays coordinated with Broomfield-area libraries. Presenters said Emerald Elementary’s coalition represents about 17 languages and students from 15 countries and emphasized that the groups aim to normalize discussion of bias and bullying.

Council members and the city manager thanked the students and volunteers for their work; no vote was recorded — the proclamation was read publicly and entered into the record by Mayor Pro Tem Schaff.

Background: No Place for Hate is a program sponsored by the Anti-Defamation League; Jerry said the ADL helps provide skills and resources to student-led coalitions and noted the program’s presence in multiple Broomfield schools.

Proposed next steps mentioned during the session included continued school and library programming and community support for student-led activities. A group photo and brief public comments followed the presentation.","Students from Broomfield Heights Middle School and Emerald Elementary presented their No Place for Hate coalitions at a council study session and Mayor Pro Tem proclaimed April 17, 2025, No Place for Hate Day in the City and County of Broomfield.","actionData","errors"]

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Broomfield council signals support for ordinance to limit long-term RV parking on public streets

Broomfield staff outline water, sewer and stormwater plans; propose enterprise advisory committee

Broomfield proclaims April 17, 2025, No Place for Hate Day after student coalition presentations