This morning, I attended February’s Coffee with Council at the Longmont museum, joining Council members Crist, Rodriguez, and Popkins for an engaging community discussion about our city’s future.
Housing and Development
The conversation touched on several housing initiatives, including missing middle housing and ADUs. Council shared updates on the construction defect bill currently moving through the Colorado legislature, noting Longmont’s ongoing collaboration with Representative Bird. The Sugar Mill site was discussed as a potential long-term development opportunity, with emphasis on ensuring safe and responsible development.
Community Spaces
Residents expressed strong support for maintaining existing open spaces, with council confirming plans for five new parks over the next eight years. The parks department is addressing tree maintenance concerns and welcomes specific requests from residents. An exciting development includes plans for a library extension near 17th and Hover Street.
Transportation and Infrastructure
Transportation improvements are underway, with traffic signal equipment upgrades progressing along Hover Street, CO-119, and CO-287. The Gateway Project’s RTD park and ride sparked discussion, with council clarifying its intended role in reducing traffic congestion.
Views and Development
A highlight of the discussion centered on preserving Longmont’s cherished views of Longs Peak, particularly regarding the proposed 320-unit mixed-use development near Home Depot. The development is planned to be four stories (55 feet) tall, prompting community dialogue about balancing growth with preserving our city’s character.
The morning demonstrated the importance of these regular community conversations in shaping Longmont’s future. As both a Transportation Advisory Board member and engaged citizen, I value these opportunities for direct dialogue between residents and council members.
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