City Council
City Council is the legislative and governing body of Commerce City. The nine members establish the vision for the city, set annual goals to achieve that vision and enact the laws that govern residents. City Council annually reviews and approves the city budget. They also appoint the city manager, city attorney and municipal court judge, as well as members of boards and commissions.
City Council Meetings
- Regular meetings: 6 p.m. on the first and third Monday of each month except for holidays. Time is dedicated during the regular meetings for public comment.
- Study sessions: 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Monday of each month except for holidays.
- Meeting locations: Unless otherwise designated by the council, meetings take place at the Civic Center at 7887 E 60th Ave., Commerce City.
- Meeting broadcasts: Regular meetings are broadcast online and on local Channel 8.
Agendas, Policies & Goals
Council Members
The City Council consists of nine members, including: one mayor, one member representing each of the city's four wards, and four members at-large. The mayor selects a council member to serve as mayor pro tem.
Council Voting Records
On February 5, 2024, City Council approved a motion to add the City Council voting history to the City’s website for public transparency. While all votes of the City Council are public and may be found in the official Minutes of each City Council meeting, this voting dashboard provides the public the ability to sort and filter City Council action in many ways. Users can look through all actions taken by the City Council starting on July 1, 2024 and move through each Councilmember’s page to see their voting record on agenda items.
Council Voting Records
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Meeting Information
City Council meetings are being held in a hybrid format with council, staff, and presenters appearing in person. Members of the public can participate in meetings remotely using the Zoom videoconferencing app or watching the meetings live on Channel 8 or at the Video Center. Regular meetings include the opportunity for public comment. Members of the public can register in advance to comment live during the meeting via Zoom or submit written comments before the meeting using e-mail or by mail. The deadline to submit written comments or register to comment live virtually during the meeting is noon on the day of the meeting.
“Any member of the public requesting accommodations, with respect to rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act, to attend or participate in any public meeting, and/or to obtain this notice in alternate formats, is asked to please contact the City Clerk at 303-227-8791 as soon as possible before the meeting.”
Virtual Meeting and Public Comment Instructions
City Council Goals
City council sets policy goals for the city, consistent with the city's vision and mission. These goals are used to create the annual work plan which drives the bi-annual budget. Staff reports quarterly on progress towards established goals with a work plan update. Below are the city council goals:
- Develop and maintain public infrastructure, facilities, and transportation to improve community appearance and encourage continued development.
- Promote a balanced, thriving, and inclusive city economy that cultivates, attracts, and retains business.
- Protect resident health, safety, and education by promoting public safety, environmental health, and sustainability.
- Address the full spectrum of housing needs, encourage sustainable development, and protect residents through enhanced oversight and balanced residential growth.
- Promote City Unity and support our diverse community by encouraging community connectivity, fostering civic pride, and improving resident health and wellness.
- Provide innovative, responsive, and transparent service to the community across all City departments by assessing and meeting service levels and demonstrating efficacy through data and metrics
Learn more at our Strategic Plan page.
City Council Recaps
City staff produces City Council recap videos after regular business meetings (first and third Mondays of each month) to provide a rundown of the actions taken by the body. Follow our YouTube channel and check the playlist for City Council recap videos, with versions captioned in both English and Spanish.
Council Recap Videos on YouTube
Watch full archived meetings at the Video Center or catch a replay on CCTV Ch. 8 (HD 881).