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Council approves CORE professional services contract after debate over BuildingIQ and funding
Summary
After extended discussion about CORE’s BuildingIQ benchmarking program and use of rent-fund dollars, the Aspen City Council approved Resolution 3 for CORE professional services by a 4–1 vote amid concerns about mandates and program value.
City Manager (speaking as the motion maker) moved to approve Resolution 3, the CORE professional services contract, and the council debated the allocation and program design before voting.
Councilor Bill said he was "totally opposed to funding that effort" for BuildingIQ and criticized spending "millions of dollars on these studies and consultants," arguing funds should be used directly for upgrades. CORE representatives defended the program, noting last year’s BuildingIQ grants and rebates totaled about $110,000 returned to building owners and that benchmarking has helped owners identify opportunities and access grants. The council approved the resolution with a roll-call vote of 4 in favor and 1 against.
