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City Council <br />Meeting Minutes <br />September 26, 2023 <br />Page 4 of 6 <br />adopting code allowances for more diverse housing development; facilitating <br />development and preservation of income -restricted housing through Prop 123; <br />evaluating land use procedures and streamlining processes; supporting more flexible <br />infill development; and support the preservation of naturally occurring affordable <br />housing. <br />Public Comments <br />Sherry Sommer, Louisville, asked how the proposed number of units was determined. <br />She would like more information on how additional housing impacts other City services. <br />Josh Cooperman, Louisville, asked if it is better to pay a fee in lieu or build units <br />outright. He wants underused parcels to be considered for housing. <br />Kurt Firnhaber, City of Boulder, stated Boulder does have a deed restricted program <br />that can be a model and the City of Boulder is willing to work with Louisville on housing <br />programs. <br />Members agreed these strategies are what they would like to see moved forward for the <br />final plan. <br />DISCUSSION/DIRECTION — RECOMMENDED BUDGET FOR 2024, INCLUDING <br />UPDATED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN FOR 2023-2028 & UPDATED LONG- <br />TERM FINANCIAL PLAN FOR 2023-2028 <br />Mayor Maloney introduced the item noting this is a continued discussion from the last <br />meeting where Council asked for additional information. <br />Director Bailey stated this meeting is to give additional information that Council <br />requested at the last meeting. He reviewed the 2024 budget schedule. The 2024 budget <br />priorities are: Marshall Fire Recovery and Mitigation; Open Space and Parks Ballot <br />Measure; Commitment towards Sustainability and De -carbonization of City Facilities; <br />Economic Vitality; Affordable Housing; Personnel Expenditures; and the Superior <br />Library IGA. <br />Director Bailey reviewed additions the City Manager had made in the recommended <br />budget including funding for IT needs, public safety, the Comprehensive Plan, and for <br />the Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Master Plan. In addition, seven full-time <br />positions were added. <br />Director Bailey stated staff has made reductions to address the General Fund <br />imbalance including removing funds for office space and building plan review as well as <br />removing anticipated revenue from building permits. Staff also identified "one-time" uses <br />equaling over $600,000. <br />