Timnath Town Council Meeting 4/22/25
By Andrea Carter
Public comment is invited at the Timnath Project Fair on May 12 at Town Center, 5-7pm.
Proclamation
Council member Jenkins spoke about the importance of Timnath citizens to have access to mental health services. He said the 2018 sales tax has been instrumental in providing care for Timnath residents. Mayor Axmacher signed a proclamation for the town council proclaiming May as mental health month.
Public Comment
A resident speaking said item 7a (regarding diversity in housing) will be good for the town. He said this growth opportunity is popular and will provide an architecturally diverse community. This enhancement has very little cost associated and is a good opportunity for young people, he said.
Consent Agenda
Unanimous approval of the minutes for April 8, 2025.
Parks and Recreation Report
A resident thanked everyone who came to the opening of the new park in Windsor. Reports were that over 1,500 people attended and feedback was positive.
Regular Business (letter relates to order in packet)
a) First Reading and Setting a Public Hearing for May 13, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., regarding ann Ordinance to amend Chapter 16 of the Timnath Land Use Code (Ordinance No. 7, Series 2025)
The planning commission has recommended all six amendments:
- Expiration date for approved plans to add/deadlines and expectations typically within two years.
- Changing land use code to establish zoning and design approval for commercial solar facilities (not residential).
- Accessory dwelling units to bring Timnath into compliance with HB 24-1152, allows accessory dwelling units on all single-family lots regardless of HOAs.
- Establish outdoor lighting standards through work with Dark Sky Colorado, including looking at Kelvins, shielding, and motion sensing. Will not be retroactive.
- Specific requirements in block design for diversity in housing including garage placement, paint color, etc.
- In response to state legislation, Timnath cannot prohibit land use activity for natural medicine. A healing center and cultivation/testing/manufacturing being considered will be permitted with site specific standards.
b) A Resolution Approving the Work Order for the CR 5 Bridge and Widening Project (No. 29, Series 2025)
In their report on the project, J-U-B Engineers said the goal is to enhance safety and traffic flow at the intersection with Harmony Road. After looking at lots of options, the decision was made for a 4-lane road with a dual left turn lane and a bike lane. The design is created to survive a 100-year storm. The engineers’ financial request is $1.8 million of a $3.5 million dollar budget. A tentative agreement to reimburse a portion of the project has been made with Ladera Business Improvement District. Public is invited to provide feedback at the Timnath Project Fair on May 12. The Council believes it is vital for town growth and it passed unanimously 5-0.
c) A Resolution Approving the Work Order for the Intelligent Transportation Systems Plan ( No. 30, Series 2025)
A report was offered by a representative from Muller Engineering Company, Inc. regarding replacement of outdated equipment. Timnath’s traffic lights are not coordinated with outside areas and council seeks to modernize specifically the Harmony corridor for “smarter” lights. The current Work Order prioritizes individual pieces. The next phase will be to order and install equipment. Council members agreed that Muller has performed well during Phase one and has great customer support. Muller engineers requested $82,214 for this next part of the plan. Passed unanimously.
d) A Resolution Approving the Work Order for the Final Design Project Buss Grove to Main Street (No. 31, Series 2025)
A representative from Wilson & Company announced the completion of the alternatives analysis. Next phase includes the final design and permitting. Wilson and Company recommended the option of a small sweep with a single lane roundabout ($5.5 million cost). The company representative said this will minimize property impacts and has traffic calming attributes. Construction would begin in 2026. The current work order is $373,020. When 60% of the work order is complete, the company will formally reach out to landowners. Those landowners were contacted in Phase One as well. Passed unanimously.
e) A Resolution Approving the Change Order to GLH Construction for Timnath Reservoir Trail Improvements (No. 32, Series 2025)
A representative from GLH explained the company’s work is to change the trail to be all-weather and less muddy for running. Timnath recently received the construction easement so construction can resume. Previous years budget left $19,000 that will fund this. Passed unanimously.
f) A Resolution Approving the Upgrade of Council Chambers Technology by DNAV, Inc. (No. 33, Series 2025)
George Sandez presented on the instability and age of the current system and recommended implementing a 5-year cycle for technology in Timnath’s council chambers. He said Severance has a system that has been used to great success, which will prevent voices from modulating and there will be more than one camera. Current display screens will remain, but an upgraded system will improve transparency and staff efficiency. Passed unanimously.
g) A Resolution Approving Agreement for Jail Services (No. 34, Series 2025)
Carolyn Steffi presented an agreement with Larimer County for town offenders to go to the existing county jail. This agreement would only include pre-sentence offenders or municipal state offenders. Larimer County has agreed to a per-day rate of $216.77 per inmate for detention. Timnath would not have to prepay. For 2024 the total bill was for only 2.5 days. Passed unanimously.
h) A Resolution Approving the Municipal Law Enforcement Agreement with Larimer County (No. 35, Series 2025)
Relative to the previous resolution, Carolyn Steffi presented a new base agreement similar to the one previously approved for 2019. The main change regards the storing of records and scope of work. The sheriff’s office agrees to provide general law enforcement services and the town will enter into annual scope of work agreements. Passed unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at approximately 7:40 p.m.
Next meeting:May 6, 2025 at 4750 Signal Tree Drive.
View the meeting agenda with attachments and plans
Council Members Present: Bill Jenkins, Mayor Pro Tem Luke Wagner, Lisa Laake, Jeremy Holt, Mayor Robert Axmacher
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