Loveland City Council Votes on New Agenda Item Procedures and Upcoming Elections

The Loveland City Council meeting on July 15, 2025, focused on procedural changes regarding the introduction of new business items and preparations for upcoming elections.

A significant motion was proposed to require that any request to add an item to the council agenda must first be discussed with the city manager and relevant staff. This process aims to ensure that staff can assess the feasibility of the request and its alignment with ongoing initiatives. The city manager would have the discretion to determine when an item could be added to the agenda.

During the discussion, council members debated the implications of this motion. Some expressed concerns that it could limit councilors' ability to bring forward new business items. An amendment was proposed to clarify that while the city manager should be consulted, they should not have the authority to prevent a councilor from placing an item on the agenda. However, this amendment ultimately failed in a 5-3 vote.

When the original motion was put to a vote, it resulted in a tie of 4-4, causing it to fail as well. This outcome indicates ongoing tensions within the council regarding the balance of power between councilors and the city manager in agenda-setting.

In addition to the discussions on procedural matters, the council also addressed preparations for the upcoming statewide election scheduled for November 4, 2025. A resolution was passed to authorize the city clerk to notify the Larimer County Clerk and Recorder of Loveland's intention to participate in this coordinated election.

The meeting concluded with procedural updates and a reminder for council members to engage with the public on agenda items, ensuring transparency and community involvement in local governance.