HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-07-2025 - Study Session Agenda PacketSTUDY SESSION AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO
Monday, April 7, 2025
6:30 p.m.
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Avenue, Municipal Building, Council Chambers.
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Public Comment on Agenda Items
1. 2024 Boards and Commissions Annual Report
2. Hotel Licensing Update
3. Outdoor Pool Replacement Community Engagement
4. Staff Report(s)
5. Elected Officials’ Report(s)
ITEM NO 1
Memorandum
TO: Mayor and City Council
THROUGH: Patrick Goff, City Manager
Marianne Schilling, Assistant City Manager
FROM: Cole Haselip, Management Analyst
DATE: April 7, 2025
SUBJECT: 2024 Boards and Commissions Annual Report
ISSUE:
Staff has completed the second Boards and Commissions Annual Report, highlighting
the achievements of each public body through the 2024 calendar year, outlining
anticipated activities for 2025, and providing information about current members. Staff
liaisons and commission members will attend the April 7, 2025, Study Session to present
their updates.
PRIOR ACTION:
The City Council requested an annual report from staff outlining the activities of the City’s boards and commissions at the August 7, 2023, Study Session.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
BACKGROUND:
The second Boards and Commissions Annual Report was developed through a
collaborative, cross-departmental effort, with contributions from the staff liaisons of each
board, commission, and committee. Comprised of approximately 85 dedicated
volunteers, these public bodies reflect the community’s commitment to shaping Wheat
Ridge’s future. The report highlights their accomplishments in 2024 and outlines the key issues they anticipate addressing in 2025.
The report features descriptions of nine public bodies, each tackling distinct issues.
Some make quasi-judicial land-use and building decisions, others provide
recommendations to staff or City Council, and some allocate grants to community partners or organize events. Many engage in a combination of these activities. The
diversity of their roles, alongside the dedication of their volunteers and supporting staff, makes them invaluable to the City’s success.
To better celebrate the contributions of these volunteers, staff has invited the chairs of
Study Session Memo – 2024 Boards and Commissions Annual Report
April 7, 2025
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each public body to present directly to City Council. While not all public bodies will have
chair presentations due to feasibility and varying activity levels, those that do will provide
an opportunity for Council members to engage directly with the individuals driving these initiatives.
These presentations will complement the report by addressing questions and fostering
dialogue between the City Council and members of these public bodies.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
None
ATTACHMENTS:
1. 2024 Boards and Commissions Annual Report
ATTACHMENT 1
2024 Boards and Commissions Annual Report
City staff is excited to present the second Boards and Commissions Annual Report. This project
was a collaborative, cross-department effort, involving the staff liaison to each board,
commission, and committee included within. A testament to the community’s willingness to
contribute toward the next chapter of Wheat Ridge, these public bodies are comprised of
approximately 85 volunteers from across the City. This report aims to acknowledge the
significance of their hard work by providing insight into the accomplishments of each public body
in 2024 and outlining some of the key issues they anticipate addressing in 2025.
Enclosed within is a description of 8 public bodies, each committed to addressing unique issues.
Some engage in quasi-judicial land-use and building decisions, while others provide
recommendations to staff or the City Council. Certain public bodies allocate grants to community
partners or organize community events. Some engage in a combination of each of these activities.
Enhanced by the diversity of their focus areas and roles within City processes, the value of these
bodies, their dedicated volunteers, and the staff that support them are indispensable to the City’s
success.
This report features all the City’s Boards and Commissions, Hybrid (Staff and Council-Selected)
and Council-Selected Committees. These bodies, and those that are similar will be included in the
annual report moving forward.
Beginning March 1, 2024, the City has implemented term limits for public bodies. Members will
become term limited after serving two consecutive three-year terms. The only exception is the
Election Commission. Due to its unique function, members will become term limited after serving
three consecutive two-year terms.
The pages for each public body include a table listing member names, member positions, terms
served, and the expiration date of their current term. Accompanying each member, you will see a
“0” for terms served beginning March 1, 2024. This is because the City has only just begun
tracking “terms served”. This column will be updated accordingly in the future.
If members of the public are interested in serving on one (or more) of these public bodies, they
should apply by visiting the City’s website.
Table of Contents
Community Partners Grant Program Committee ………………………...1
Building Code Advisory Board …………………………………………..2
Board of Adjustment ……………………………….…………………….3
Planning Commission ………………………………………….…........…4
Sustainable Wheat Ridge …………………………………………………6
Election Commission ……………………………………………………..8
IDEA Committee ……………………………………………………...….9
Parks and Recreation Commission ………………………………...……11
Cultural Commission …………………………………………………....13
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The Community Partners Grant Program (CPGP) is a City-sponsored grant program
that supports area non-profit agencies and programs that benefit and improve the health
and wellness of Wheat Ridge residents. The CPGP Committee's mission is to review all
applications to the program and presents its award recommendations to the City Council
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The CPGP Committee reviewed applications and presentations from 43 community
organizations, representing $382,000 in funding requests, an increase of 15 applicants
and $98,000 compared to the previous year. After evaluating each request, the
Committee recommended awarding $200,000 to community partners in the 2024 City
Budget, consistent with the previous year’s funding. However, due to budget constraints,
the program's budget was reduced by 10% later in the year.
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The CPGP will implement a new two-part review process in 2025 to streamline the
evaluation of smaller grants while providing more time to review larger ones. The
program’s timeline will also shift later in the year to align more closely with the City’s
budget process. This adjustment ensures that applicants and the review committee
begin the process with a clearer understanding of the program’s available funding.
Additionally, starting in 2025, the CPGP will no longer accept applications from
organizations that already receive funding through other areas of the City’s budget.
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Jeffrey Richards I 0 3/2/27
Kelly Trace I 0 3/2/28
Lindsay Schwerman II 0 3/2/27
Alex Gouldsmith II 0 3/2/28
Allison Vitello III 0 3/2/27
Amanda Fixsen III 0 3/2/28
Raven Newberry IV 0 3/2/27
Charles Hood IV 0 3/2/28
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Building Code Advisory Board
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The Building Code Advisory Board's mission is to review appeals of the decisions
and determinations of the Chief Building Official (CBO). In this capacity, they make
decisions regarding code interpretations, contractor license suspensions, and the
suitability of alternate building materials and methods of construction.
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There were no appeals filed in 2024, and therefore no meetings of the BCAB.
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The BCAB will serve in an advisory capacity in 2025 as part of the City’s adoption of
updated building codes.
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Al Gallo I 0 3/2/2026
Jason McCullough II 0 3/2/2028
Ronald Abo III 0 3/2/2027
Justin Slocum IV 0 3/2/2027
Nathan Hoppe At-Large 0 3/2/2026
LUTHERAN HOSPITAL
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COMPLETED SUMMER 2024
THE IVES APARTMENTS
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The Board of Adjustment's mission is to review and make quasi-judicial decisions
on requests for variances and waivers related to the City’s Zoning Ordinance and Sign
Code. The Board also makes official interpretations of these regulations.
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The Board met twice in 2024, once for attorney training and once to review two variance
requests.
The Board typically reviews variances or waivers from the strict application of
measurable standards, such as building setbacks, greater than 50%. Variances are meant
for unique sites with steep slopes or unusually shaped lots that cannot accommodate a
traditional building. Because of that, very few variances are heard by the Board.
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There are currently no items for upcoming meeting agendas.
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Tom Zelenko I 0 3/2/2028
Amanda Rodriguez I 0 3/2/2027
Alistair Huber II 0 3/2/2028
Larry Richmond II 0 3/2/2026
Laura Sicard III 0 3/2/2026
Michael Griffeth III 0 3/2/2027
Paul Hovland IV 0 3/2/2026
Thomas Burney IV 0 3/2/2027
John Troisi At-Large 0 3/2/2028
Betty Jo Page At-Large 0 3/2/2027
Andy Sulak At-Large 0 3/2/2026
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Planning Commission
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The Planning Commission's mission is to guide the physical, economic, and
social development of Wheat Ridge through the creation, amendment, and
implementation of a comprehensive land use master plan. As a quasi-judicial body, the
Commission provides recommendations to the City Council on land use cases, including
rezonings and planned developments. Additionally, it advises on amendments to Chapter
26 of the City's Municipal Code, which governs zoning and development.
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In 2024, the Commission heard a variety of cases including:
•Three Specific Development Plans
•Two Outline Development Plan amendments
•Six zone changes
•Five study sessions on the City Plan and Lutheran Legacy Campus zoning
•Two resolutions for creation of Urban Renewal Areas
•Code ordinances including:
o Electric vehicle parking requirements
o Bicycle parking and storage requirements
o Public hearing notification requirements
o Landscape regulations
o Lutheran Legacy Campus mixed-use zoning regulations
o Natural medicine regulations
In most cases, the Commission makes recommendations to the City Council.
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The Commission recommended approval of the rezoning of the Lutheran Legacy Campus
in February 2025.
The Commission will continue to be informed and involved throughout Phase 4 of the
City Plan process and the Plan will be brought to the Commission for consideration in
early- to mid-2025.
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Cody Hedges I 0 3/2/2028
Krista Holub I 0 3/2/2027
Daniel Graeve II 0 3/2/2028
Kristine Disney II 0 3/2/2026
Susan Wood III 0 3/2/2028
Patrick Quinn III 0 3/2/2026
Syrma Quinones IV 0 3/2/2027
Michael Moore IV 0 3/2/2026
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Sustainable Wheat Ridge
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Sustainable Wheat Ridge's mission is to advise the City of Wheat Ridge on matters
pertaining to environmental sustainability and promote sustainability programs to
residents and businesses within the City of Wheat Ridge through engagement and
outreach.
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•Mayor’s Monarch Pledge Proclamation.
•Onboarded five new Sustainable Wheat Ridge committee members.
•Completed the 2024 Sustainability Action Plan update, achieving the first adopted
Sustainability Action Plan in Wheat Ridge.
•Assisted with public engagement for the Residential Waste Engagement Project,
supporting the final recommendations that were presented to City Council.
•Hosted an e-waste recycling event, a paint recycling event, a yard waste compost
weekend, and volunteered at zero waste stations at the Holiday Celebration.
•Applied and got accepted into the Colorado Green Business Program, launching a
local program for the City.
•Presented the annual Green Business Award to Ch’il Indigenous Foods.
•Provided research to staff and leadership about EV parking regulations.
•Supported the Sustainable Neighborhoods program, with residents designing,
planting, and maintaining two new native plant demonstration gardens at
Panorama Park and Paramount Park.
RIBBON CUTTING WITH MAYOR STARKER
AT PANORAMA PARK GARDEN
PLANTING DEMONSTRATION GARDEN
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•Continue to pursue grant funding and new programming.
•Present a Climate Emergency Resolution to City Council.
•Implement next steps from Residential Waste Engagement project outcomes.
•Baseline municipal waste, energy, and water usage data and work to set
reduction targets.
•Continue to support the Sustainable Neighborhoods program and other ongoing
programming including Mayor’s Monarch Pledge, Fresh Food Connect, and
Garden In A Box.
•Expand participation in the Colorado Green Business Network program.
•Host annual events like yard waste composting, paint recycling, and e-waste.
•Work to make City events such as the egg hunt and holiday celebration zero
waste.
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Corinne Anderson I 0 3/2/28
Alix Finnegan II 0 3/2/28
OPEN III 0 3/2/27
John Derosier IV 0 3/2/28
Amy DePierre At-Large 0 3/2/26
Michaela Butler At-Large 0 3/2/26
Joy Opp At-Large 0 3/2/26
Sara Nepomuceno At-Large 0 3/2/26
Betsy Coppock At-Large 0 3/2/27
Conner Denton At-Large 0 3/2/27
Stew Stewart At-Large 0 3/2/27
Amanda Burch At-Large 0 3/2/28
Rachel Hultin City Council
Liaison 0 3/2/26
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Election Commission
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The Election Commission's mission is to develop procedures to establish proof of
residency when it is in question, determine the winner of an election by lot in the event
of a tie vote, and advise on general voting matters.
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The Election Commission did not meet in 2024.
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The Election Commission will meet prior to the November 2025 Election to discuss
coordinated election procedures.
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Elisa White At-Large 0 12/11/2025
Wanda Sang At-Large 0 12/11/2025
Margy Greer Sr. Deputy
City Clerk N/A N/A
* Election Commission terms expire at the end of a calendar year to better align with election cycles.
TEAM WHEAT RIDGE AT 2023 CARNATION FESTIVAL VOTE PIN
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IDEA Committee
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The IDEA Committee's mission is to advise the City Council on policies and practices to
make Wheat Ridge a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. The Committee
acts as a liaison between the community and the City Council, organizes events and
activities that promote inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA), and fosters
mutual respect and understanding of all persons.
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On May 25, 2020, the City Council formed a 20-member Race and Equity Task Force. The
task force reviewed City policies, services, and ordinances, identifying inequities. Their
findings were incorporated into the 2023 Race and Equity Task Force Recommendation
Report. The Council accepted the report and created an advisory committee to continue
the work of the task force. As a result, the City Council created the Inclusion, Diversity,
Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Committee at the August 7, 2023, Council Meeting. In
2024, the first members of the Committee were appointed, and the inaugural meeting of
the IDEA Committee was held on September 10, 2024. In 2024, the Committee set
priorities and a work plan for 2025 and introduced itself to the public at the Holiday Tree
Lighting ceremony.
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In 2025, the IDEA Committee will focus on homelessness, economic opportunity,
affordable housing, human resources, and creating/implementing events that promote
diversity, equity, and inclusivity in the community.
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Morgan Richards I 0 3/2/2027
Jae Kim II 0 3/2/2027
Cindy Chang III 0 3/2/2027
Lin Browning IV 0 3/2/2027
Gretchen Trefz At-Large 0 3/2/2026
Terra Greer At-Large 0 3/2/2026
Alexander Gouldsmith At-Large 0 3/2/2027
Edward Nepomuceno At-Large 0 3/2/2027
Carter Lyn At-Large 0 3/2/2028
Vacant At-Large 0 3/2/2028
Jenny Snell City Council
Liaison 0 3/2/2026
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Parks and Recreation Commission
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The Parks and Recreation Commission's mission is to regularly consult with the Parks and
Recreation Director, acts as a liaison between the community and the Parks and
Recreation Department, and make recommendations on related matters to staff and the
City Council.
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•Participated in the Wheat Ridge Parks & Recreation Pathway update, providing
valuable feedback, championing the efforts, and encouraging community
engagement at events like Ridgefest, the Lutheran Hospital Grand Opening,
Performances in the Park, and more!
•Drafted letters of support for various grant applications (State Historic Fund, Great
Outdoors Colorado, and more).
•Participated in a Leave No Trace workshop, led by the City’s environmental
interpreter.
•Engaged with School of Mines team working on Creekside Stabilization project.
•Took part in an annual Wheat Ridge Parks tour, specifically visiting current and
future project sites.
•Discussed capital projects funded in the 2025 budget.
•Represented the Parks & Recreation Commission at the following events:
o Earth Day/Arbor Day Celebration
o National Public Lands Day
o Annual Boards & Commissions Celebration
o Public Art Dedication - “Dancing Pony” by Kevin Box
o Annual Goat Parade
o Green at 38th Kick-off Event
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•Planning to participate in visioning sessions related to the Wheat Ridge Parks &
Recreation Pathway update and seeing the plan through to adoption.
•Preparing to elect a new chair and vice chair.
•Interested in observing numerous park projects come to fruition.
•Committed to continue supporting various grant efforts.
•Looking toward participating in upcoming City events, ribbon cuttings, volunteer
opportunities, etc.
•Excited to create more community engagement opportunities!
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Ralph Habben I 0 3/2/2027
Ryan Hester I 0 3/2/2028
Christine Samaniuk II 0 3/2/2026
Kathy Weisbrodt II 0 3/2/2027
Kathy Koniz III 0 3/2/2026
Mark Doody III 0 3/2/2027
Pat Cervera IV 0 3/2/2026
Andrew Rasmussen IV 0 3/2/2027
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Cultural Commission
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The Cultural Commission's mission is to promote artistic endeavors within the City by
encouraging an appreciation for arts and culture, developing and recommending cultural
programming to the City Council, and seeking community input and advice on the
management of public art.
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Connectivity Pillar Accomplishments:
•April mixer event at Clear Creek Makerspace, 40 attendees, introduction of artists
and community to the newly opened space, participants were given time to speak
about their projects and needs, raffle of 5 pieces of art purchased by the WRCC
from local artists.
•October mixer event at Little Brazil, 50 attendees, celebrating the relocation of
Little Brazil, a cultural institution, focused on expanding audience to include
community educators, raffle of Little Brazil gift cards purchased by the WRCC.
•Mixers accounted for $1117 of annual budget.
•Supported City programming with commissioners attending all evening
Performances in the Park and the Egg-Stra Special Easter Egg Hunt, passing out
chalk, crayons, and coloring books. Over 1,000 temporary tattoos were passed
out from our truck at Trunk-or-Treat, and we helped revelers decorate 1,000
sugar cookies at the Holiday Celebration.
•Joined multiple creative organizations to walk in the Wheat Ridge Carnation
Festival Parade, passing out chalk, crayons, and coloring books.
•Commissioners participated in painting the Wheat Ridge cityscape on the Clear
Creek Makerspace building while offering “Paint with a Commissioner” chats.
•Commissioners assisted in asphalt mural painting for traffic calming on Miller St.
Programming Pillar Accomplishments:
•Hosted one huge call for art, receiving 63 submissions from 34 artists with at least
one piece purchased from each submitter. Accounted for $2572 of annual
budget.
•Led two Arts Drop programs, Winter and Summer. Thirty pieces dropped in city
parks, 28 artists were compensated and highlighted on social media, we
promoted four local business partners, Knitters Therapy, Singularity Tattoo,
Anteak Booteak, and Swiss Flower, and the Wheat Ridge Rec Center.
•Established rotating display of art in the Wheat Ridge Rec Center lobby display
case.
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Community Grant Funding Pillar Accomplishments:
•Hosted two calls for grant applications, providing $3,868 in reimbursement funds
towards creative and enrichment activities for individuals and/or businesses in
Wheat Ridge. Many of these organizations, such as Foothills Community Choir,
Beehive, Anteak Booteak, were not able to move forward with their events unless
they received funding.
•Grant Program Statistics:
Winter/Spring 2024 Summer/Fall 2024
Applications: 8 7
Funded: 6 6
Dollars
allocated: $2,500 $2,000
Dollars spent: $2,047 $1,821
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who received
funding during
each window:
Foothills Community Choir Beehive
Artspot Co-Op Anteak booteak
Artcentric Mestizo Brew Cantina - Dia
de Los Muertos celebration
Mestizo Brew Cantina -
Cinco De Mayo celebration Wheat Ridge Art League
Artisan Market Wheat
Ridge (Let's Create) Foothills Community Choir
Localworks Art on the Farm
Social Media & Communications Accomplishments:
•Created WRCC Instagram account to expand community reach.
•Created WRCC email list, sending 10 group emails regarding WRCC calls for art,
calls for grant applications, mixers, and participation opportunities.
•Began using Meta Business App and Plannable to pre-schedule Arts Drop posts
and to coordinate posts across Facebook and Instagram. Placed our first
sponsored post for the October mixer and received direct feedback that the
sponsored posts drove attendance.
•Submitted monthly updates to the Wheat Ridge Creates email newsletter.
•Revamp of WRCC page on city website to update content and meet ADA
requirements.
•Ended the year with 266 Instagram followers, 959 Facebook followers, and 261
members in our email list.
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Other Achievements:
•Onboarded two new commissioners. Eliminated physical commissioner binder,
moving to Google drive for 100% sustainable documentation. Binder structure is
archived if a current or subsequent commissioner requests a physical binder in
the future.
•The 2024 Cultural Commission Business Award was presented to Artcentric.
Sweet Ridge Studios and Singularity Tattoos were runners up.
•Partnered with Intermountain Health to acquire art from the legacy Lutheran
Hospital campus.
•Promoted our first WRCC survey, via October mixer, social media, and email,
asking for feedback on the year and ideas for moving forward.
•Received strong feedback from community members and city staff as to high
level of functioning and engagement.
•Provided letter of support for Localworks, Clear Creek Makerspace for the
National Endowment for the Arts Grants for Arts Projects Program grant.
•Provided letter of support for a USDA Urban Forestry Grant Program and a State
Historical Fund Competitive General Grant.
•Acquired WRCC business cards and banner to help build relationships and
presence in the community.
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•More mixer events, including an opportunity to share legacy Lutheran art with
the community.
•Expanding Arts Drop to include more interactive and experiential art
opportunities, with connection of the Arts Drop and First Friday events
•Reviewing Arts Drop and Grant application process to ensure a broad reach, that
application is not a barrier to participate, and to be more inclusive of creative
forms.
•Develop communications calendar to better support volunteer time.
•Try to maintain high level of engagement with 30% budget decrease.
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ITEM NO. 2
Memorandum
TO:
THROUGH:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
Mayor and City Council
Patrick Goff, City Manager
Allison Scheck, Deputy City Manager Christopher
Murtha, Chief of Police Marianne Schilling,
Assistant City Manager
April 7, 2025
Hotel Licensing Update
ISSUE:
On October 25, 2021, City Council passed ordinance 1723, adding new article XIV to
Chapter 11 and updating use schedules in Chapter 26 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws to
establish a hotel licensing program.
Sec. 11-569 of the Code requires the Council to review the implementation of the ordinance
every 18 months. This report provides an update about the progress and current status of
the hotel licensing program. There are no recommendations for code amendments at this
time.
PRIOR ACTION:
On July 15, 2019, staff presented options to City Council for an extended stay lodging
ordinance. Based on input from City Council at the study session, staff sent a
framework from the proposed ordinance to several regional hotel operators and received comment back in September 2019 from one operator.
On June 28, 2021, unanimous consensus was received from City Council to direct staff
to draft a hotel licensing and extended stay ordinance and to reach out to the Wheat
Ridge business community for feedback. A copy of the draft ordinance and a frequently asked question document was sent to all hotel business owners and managers in
Wheat Ridge on August 13, 2021. A virtual meeting was held on August 30, 2021, to receive input from the hotel industry on the draft ordinance.
City Council passed ordinance 1723 on October 25, 2021, with an effective date of November 12, 2021, enacting the hotel licensing program.
City Council passed ordinance 1771 on August 29, 2023, updating the hotel licensing
program to clarify that allowing stays in excess of 29 days without an approved
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Extended Stay Addendum is a violation of the hotel licensing program; clarifying annual
renewal expectations, defining “length of stay” and clarifying the “calls for service” calculation.
BACKGROUND:
The intent of the hotel licensing ordinance is to address the significant public safety and other related concerns involving hotels within the City. In particular, at the time Council was
considering this licensing program, the nine hotels in Wheat Ridge represented less than 0.05% of the total number of households and businesses in the City yet accounted for
approximately 10% of the total police calls for service.
As a result of ordinance 1723, hotels in Wheat Ridge must have a hotel license, in addition
to their regular business license, to operate. In order to receive a hotel license, hotels must do the following (please see attached code excerpt for exact requirements):
• Maintain a call for service (CFS) rate of 1.5.
• Participate in the City’s certified crime free hotel/motel program annually.
• Make necessary corrective actions in response to the annual hotel/motel inspection coordinated by the Police and Community Development Departments.
• Comply with the City’s landscape inspection program.
• Comply with applicable building codes.
• Have a current and approved Wheat Ridge Police Department (WRPD) security plan
on file with the City.
• Not offer guest stays of more than 29 days without obtaining an extended stay addendum to the hotel license. In order to obtain an extended stay addendum,
properties must meet certain criteria including:
o Units must be at least 300 square feet with a separate living room of at least
120 square feet.
o Cooking facilities must be in units including a refrigerator, cooktop, dedicated sink and cabinets with cooking and dining supplies.
o Maximum occupancy per room is two persons per dedicated bedroom.
o Adequate storage must exist per unit.
o Housekeeping must be available.
o The business must have 24-hour desk staffing.
o WIFI must be available within the room charge.
o In-room or common area laundry facilities must exist.
o Properties must include three of the following common area amenities:
Business center;
Fitness center;
Swimming pool;
Meeting areas or conference rooms; or
On-site restaurant or other food options.
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FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The current hotel license fee is $300 annually. Due to the likely expense of fulfilling the
extended stay requirements through renovations, there is no charge for an extended stay
addendum.
The City’s lodging tax rate is 10%, in lieu of sales tax. This tax generated $2,292,714 in revenues in 2024 - $1,146,357 to the General Fund; $687,814 to the Crime Prevention Fund;
and $458,543 to the Capital Improvement Program Fund.
Per Council’s direction, the City spent $474,912 of ARPA funds to help long-term residents
in the City’s hotels find permanent housing through an innovative partnership with Family Tree.
The biggest financial investment with regards to this program is staff time. Since the
passage of this ordinance, a cross-departmental City staff team meets frequently and
works collaboratively to address challenges and monitor enforcement.
DISCUSSION:
Overall, the hotel licensing program is having the desired effect of reducing crime in Wheat
Ridge, particularly in the area surrounding I-70 and Kipling. The following discussion covers the current status of hotels in Wheat Ridge, licensing update, long-term hotel residents and
public safety update.
Hotels in Wheat Ridge
When the hotel regulations were developed and adopted, Wheat Ridge had nine (9) hotels. Shortly thereafter, the Howard Johnson hotel located at 44th Avenue and Ward Road sold to
2nd Chance Homes, Inc. and was rezoned to Mixed Use-Commercial (MU-C) on January 10, 2022. Tabor Lake Apartments opened in 2023, and the 108-room hotel is now a 100-unit
apartment building offering workforce housing in the range of $1,000 - $2,000 per month
for rent.
In January 2023, Terrapin Hospitality, the owner of the Holiday Inn Express in Wheat Ridge, purchased the American Motel at 10101 W Interstate 70 Frontage Rd. The site was rezoned
to MU-C Interstate on July 11, 2022, in anticipation of a redevelopment of this site. Trinsic
Residential Group is now under contract with Terrapin to purchase the property for a scrape of the current structure and the construction of a 350 multi-unit residential development.
Trinsic’s design is complete and is awaiting a power upgrade by Xcel Energy before closing on the property. Terrapin is currently operating a portion of the hotel until demolition begins
later this year.
In May 2023, the Best Interstate Inn at 4735 Kipling Street sold to Ville Property
Management, a real estate investment firm out of Salt Lake, Utah. Ville rezoned the property to MU-C Interstate in June 2023. Ville is in the process of renovating the current
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structures on site to create a deeply affordable multi-unit community complete with case
management and onsite services. Ville is not currently accepting over-night stays and is working with current residents to assist them in relocating to permanent housing.
Finally, the Hampton Inn at Clear Creek Crossing is almost complete and is expected to
open in late spring. In addition, the Clear Creek Crossing development will see an additional
hotel property in 2026.
Licensing Update
The remaining six hotels, including Apple Inn and Suites (formerly Affordable Inn), Holiday
Inn Express, Super 8, Motel 6, La Quinta, and Comfort Inn, are still in operation and remain
compliant with hotel and business licensure requirements.
Staff have worked through various licensing challenges since implementation of the ordinance including extended stay violations and license application denials based on a
property exceeding the CFS requirement. In cases where a property exceeds the CFS and is
not eligible for license renewal, they may be granted a six-month extension of the existing license to give them time to apply strategies to reduce crime at the property. In several
instances, this has been a successful strategy. In 2024, Motel 6 was unable to improve the rate of crime within the extension timeframe and therefore was facing closure. The City
worked with the property owner to reach an agreement whereby permanent fencing was
installed and additional contracted security was provided to align with the community’s expectations. This property was eventually sold to a new owner.
Long-Term Hotel Residents
At the time the regulations were developed, staff were aware that numerous individuals
were using the hotels for long-term lodging. Some individuals had been residents of hotels in the Kipling and I-70 corridor for many years. Ultimately, hotels are an expensive means of
lodging and do not provide a safe and stable environment for long term use. City Council spent $474,000 of ARPA funds to a contract with Family Tree to help long term residents of
hotels find permanent housing. The funding paid for staffing, deposits, rent, move-in
assistance and case management. From May 2022 until the program wrapped up at the end of March 2024, Family Tree successfully placed 40 households (64 individuals) in long
term, permanent housing.
Public Safety Update
Since the Ordinance was enacted, a 28.5% reduction in criminal complaints and criminal
activity within a geographical area approximately ¼ mile from the I70/Kipling corridor has
been recorded. The reduction in crimes and calls for service at Wheat Ridge hotels is down
more than half since the inception of the licensing ordinance. The hotel CFS rate has
reduced the amount of allocated time from 10% to 4% of the entire City’s resource
distribution for police services. These decreases have allowed the WRPD to focus on other
issues in areas outside of the I70/Kipling corridor.
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CFS
2022
2024
American Motel 2.99 1.79
Apple Inn 0.133 0.03
Comfort Inn 1.09 0.92
Holiday Inn 1.11 0.05
La Quinta 0.55 0.05
Motel 6 3.68 0.17
Super 8 2.24 0.36
The challenges presented at the American Hotel are as a result of a lack of re-investment
due to its pending sale. Staff understands the American Hotel, with a chronic CFS issue, will
cease operations in the near future as the pending sale/transition to housing units is
imminent, but in the meantime, the department continues to work with the American Hotel to reduce crime to the degree possible. Staff has been quick to react to transgressions and
relationships with hotel ownership and staff. The City’s commitment to help this business
community thrive has allowed for the return to acceptable CFS numbers within a short
time. Currently, only one hotel is in serious danger of losing their business license should
they fail to transition to housing as expected.
The original sale of the American Motel and recent sale of Motel 6 demonstrate the inability
of the former property owners to meet the standards of the Wheat Ridge community. The
resource commitment to the hotels and areas surrounding the hotels remains higher
relative to all other businesses in Wheat Ridge. The Police Department continues to spend time in the area of concern (at or around the hotels) as well as meeting with hotel
management and ownership. This important work has enhanced the positive perception of
the surrounding area and allowed for additional investment in future business and housing
opportunities.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
There are no recommendations to update the code at this time. This report is for
information only.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Hotel Licensing Code Excerpt
PART II - CODE OF LAWS
Chapter 11 - LICENSES, PERMITS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS REGULATIONS
ARTICLE XVI HOTEL LICENSES
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ARTICLE XVI HOTEL LICENSES1
Sec. 11-560. Findings.
The city council finds this article is needed for the protection of the health and safety of the public, and
further to that end, finds as follows:
(1) Calls for service at hotels within the city are disproportionately higher than other businesses and
residences. The use of police department resources in responding to these calls for service is excessive.
(2) The nature of calls for service at hotels include unwanted parties, disturbances, welfare checks, theft,
suspicious persons and vehicles, drug calls, domestic violence, assaults, motor vehicle thefts and motor
vehicle recoveries.
(3) Hotels with high calls for service evolve into nodes of illegal activity, including drug dealing, prostitution
and other illicit behaviors.
(4) Adopting stronger local requirements to limit illegal activities in hotels and motels is an essential tool
to further combat economic blight in the city.
(5) It is necessary to establish and enforce standards for hotels by providing for a separate licensing
system, including inspection and revocation or suspension of licenses if determined that the hotel is not operated consistent with established standards and/or contributes disproportionately to calls for
services or documented rates of illegal activity.
(Ord. No. 1723, § 1, 10-25-21)
Sec. 11-561. Definitions.
The following words, terms, and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them
in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Calls for service are public initiated dispatched calls for police assistance that are generated by the
community, through a call or text to 911 or the non-emergency line. Calls for service includes community calls for
any police response such as non-criminal activity, disturbances, supicious vehicles or persons, and crime reports.
Calls for service does not include calls for fire or medical assistance without police response, calls initiated by the
Wheat Ridge Police Department, officer initiated traffic stops, routine patrol, or 911 hang ups without police
response.
Calls for service rate is equal to the total calls for service at the licensed premises divided by the total number
of hotel rooms in the applicable period. Calls for service received on severe weather days, as declared by the
severe weather shelter network, are not included in a hotel's calls for service rate calculation.
1Ord. No. 1723, § 1, adopted October 25, 2021, set out provisions intended for use as article XIV, §§ 11-500—11-
509. To preserve the style of this Code, and at the editor's discretion, these provisions have been included as
article XVI, §§ 11-560—11-569.
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Extended stay lodging is the renting of a hotel room for a duration of stay greater than twenty-nine (29)
consecutive days. Extended stay lodging includes transient lodging establishments constructed and operated to
provide accommodations for longer term stays by including additional common area amenities and in-room
cooking facilities beyond what might be provided in the standard hotel establishment.
Hotel is a transient lodging establishment renting individual rooms for temporary occupancy and typically not
including facilities for cooking. The term "hotel" includes establishments also known as "motels."
Licensed premises include a hotel and its buildings, land, parking areas and accessory structures.
(Ord. No. 1723, § 1, 10-25-21; Ord. No. 1771, § 1, 8-28-23)
Sec. 11-562. License required; licensee fee; license renewals.
(a) Issuance. No person shall conduct or operate a hotel without first having obtained a hotel license issued by
the city as required by this article. Applicants for a hotel license shall pay the applicable fee.
(b) Renewal. The renewal of an existing hotel license issued pursuant to this article shall be granted upon the
payment of the annual license fee and the filing of a completed renewal application in the form set forth in
section 11-563 with the treasurer at the same time as the renewal application for the business license for the
hotel. The treasurer may waive the timely filing requirement if the licensee demonstrates in writing that the
failure to complete timely filing is not solely the result of neglect.
(c) The failure to approve or renew or the denial or revocation of either the hotel license or the business license
for that operation shall automatically revoke the corresponding business or hotel license, as applicable.
(d) Term. The term of a hotel license shall be one (1) year and shall run concurrently with the associated
business license under article II of this chapter.
(Ord. No. 1723, § 1, 10-25-21; Ord. No. 1806, § 9, 10-28-24)
Sec. 11-563. Application form; processing.
(a) All applicants for a hotel license shall file a completed application with the treasurer on forms provided by
the treasurer.
(b) The completed application shall contain the following information and shall be accompanied by the following
documents:
(1) The business name and address of the applicant. If the applicant intends to operate the hotel under a
name other than that of the applicant, the applicant shall state the business name to be used and
submit copies of documentation evidencing the registration of the business name under applicable
laws.
(2) Each individual applicant, partner of a partnership, managing officer or managing director of a
corporation, the manager of a limited liability company and all business managers shall be named in
each application form.
(3) If the applicant is:
a. An individual, the individual shall state such person's legal name and any aliases and submit
satisfactory proof that the individual is eighteen (18) years of age or older;
b. A partnership, the partnership shall state its complete name and the names of all partners,
whether the partnership is general or limited, and provide a copy of the partnership agreement,
if any;
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c. A corporation, the corporation shall state its complete name, the date of its incorporation,
evidence that the corporation is in good standing under the statutes of the State of Colorado, or
in the case of a foreign corporation, evidence that it is currently authorized to do business in the
State of Colorado, the names and capacity of all officers, directors, and the name of the
registered corporate agent and the address of the registered office for service of process;
d. A limited liability company, the company shall state its complete name, the date of its formation,
evidence that the company is in good standing under the statutes of the State of Colorado, or in
the case of a foreign company, evidence that it is currently authorized to do business in the State
of Colorado and the name of its members, the manager, and registered agent and the address of
the registered office for service of process.
(4) The location of the hotel, including a legal description of the property, street address, and telephone
number(s).
(5) For renewal applications, proof of compliance with requirements outlined in section 11-564.
(Ord. No. 1723, § 1, 10-25-21)
Sec. 11-564. Eligibility requirements for hotel license.
No hotel license shall be issued or maintained under this article unless and until the applicant provides
sufficient information to establish, and the treasurer reviews and determines the sufficiency of the same, of the
following requirements:
(1) The applicant shall have achieved and maintained a call for service (CFS) rate of 1.8 within twelve (12)
months of obtaining a hotel license. The required CFS rate shall be decreased to 1.5 on January 1, 2023. The city may in its sole discretion permit extensions of the twelve (12) month period, not to exceed a
total of an additional six (6) months during which time the hotel license shall be deemed extended.
(2) The applicant shall demonstrate annual participation in the city's certified crime free hotel/motel
program, as evidenced by the approval of the Wheat Ridge Police Department.
(3) The applicant shall have made all necessary corrective actions in response to matters identified
through the city's most recent annual hotel/motel inspection program report for the subject location,
which program is enforced through the city's police and community development departments, in
cooperation with applicable fire protection districts.
(4) The applicant shall demonstrate compliance with the city's landscape inspection program, as applicable
and as certified by the community development department.
(5) The applicant shall demonstrate compliance with the applicable series of adopted international
building and property codes applicable to the subject property, including the International Property
Maintenance Code, as demonstrated by certification from the city's chief building official.
(6) The applicant shall establish and maintain an approved security plan, including crime prevention
through environmental design, video surveillance, security guards, fencing, and lighting, which must be
annually approved by the city's police department.
(Ord. No. 1723, § 1, 10-25-21; Ord. No. 1771, § 2, 8-28-23)
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Sec. 11-565. Approval or denial of application; subpoena powers.
(a) A completed license application shall be reviewed by the police department prior to action by the treasurer.
The application shall be approved or denied by the treasurer within thirty (30) days of the date of filing. The
application shall be denied if:
(1) The applicant fails to satisfy the eligibility requirements of section 11-564;
(2) The application or any investigation performed or ordered by the city establishes that the proposed
licensee fails to conform to any requirement of this article, the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws or other
applicable law; and
(3) The applicant knowingly made a false statement or knowingly gave false information in connection
with the application; or
(4) The applicant is overdue in payment to the city of taxes, fees, fines or penalties assessed against the
applicant or imposed against the applicant.
(b) Nothing in this article shall prevent the treasurer from revoking approval if it is discovered that the
application contained or included false or incorrect statements, or information which would otherwise
constitute sufficient grounds for the denial of the application. The decision of the treasurer to approve or deny a license application shall not be construed as a quasi-judicial act but shall be a final administrative
decision of the city.
(c) In the event the treasurer denies the license application the treasurer shall prepare a decision stating the
reasons or basis for the denial. A copy of the findings and decision shall be sent to the address of the
applicant as shown on the application within ten (10) days after the date of denial. The denial shall become a final administrative decision of the city on the fourteenth day following the date of the decision unless the
applicant files a timely appeal, as provided by section 11-567.
(d) The treasurer or the treasurer's designee is authorized to issue administrative subpoenas requiring the
production of documents, records and other evidence relevant to a determination of a licensee's or
applicant's compliance with this article. Administrative subpoenas may be appealed to an administrative
hearing officer under the appeals process set forth in article V of chapter 2 of this Code. The sole issue on an
appeal of an administrative subpoena is whether the issuing officer exceeded his/her authority in issuing the
subpoena. The standard of proof is a preponderance of the evidence, and the burden of proof shall rest with
the city to establish that the subpoena at issue lies within the issuing officer's authority.
(e) The party issuing a subpoena may maintain possession of subpoenaed documents if there is reasonable
suspicion that tampering of such records may occur while an appeal hearing requested under subsection (d)
above is pending. During the pendency of any such hearing, the safeguarded records shall not be inspected
or otherwise used by the city.
(Ord. No. 1723, § 1, 10-25-21; Ord. No. 1748, § 2, 11-14-22)
Sec. 11-566. Suspension or revocation of license: grounds.
(a) The treasurer may suspend or revoke a hotel license upon the treasurer's finding of any of the following facts
in the treasurer's reasonable discretion, based upon available information. It is not required that any criminal
conviction be obtained to support the treasurer's administrative action.
(1) Failure of the licensee to achieve and maintain the eligibility requirements described in section 11-564;
provided, however, the treasurer shall offer the licensee notice and opportunity to cure the identified
violations at least thirty (30) days prior to taking further adverse action.
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(2) Incidents of disorderly conduct in violation of chapter 16 of this Code have occurred upon the licensed
premises or upon any parking areas, sidewalks, access ways or grounds within the immediate
neighborhood of the licensed premises involving a customer, manager and/or employee of the
licensee;
(3) The licensee, manager, or any employee thereof illegally offered for sale or illegally allowed to be
consumed or possessed upon the licensed premises or upon any parking areas, sidewalks, walkways,
access ways or grounds immediately adjacent to the licensed premises, narcotics or dangerous drugs;
(4) The licensee or manager is not upon the licensed premises at all times if the premises is open for
business;
(5) The licensee, manager or employee has allowed or permitted patrons and employees to engage in acts
of prostitution, negotiations for acts of prostitution within the licensed premises or upon any parking
areas, sidewalks, access ways or grounds immediately adjacent thereto;
(6) The licensee, manager or employee has allowed or permitted customers to engage in public displays of
indecency, or has allowed or permitted customers to engage in acts of public urination or defecation
within the licensed establishment upon any parking areas, sidewalks, access ways or grounds
immediately adjacent thereto;
(7) The licensee or manager knowingly made a false statement or knowingly gave false information in
connection with an application for license or for a renewal of a license;
(8) The licensee has failed to maintain books or records sufficient to properly document the permitted
length of stay of individual customers;
(9) The licensee is delinquent in payment to the city for taxes or fees.
(10) The licensee has permitted extended stay lodging without an approved extended stay license
addendum issued pursuant to section 11-568.
(1) For purposes of this section, the length of a guest's stay at any licensed premises shall be
measured by consecutive overnight stays at any location within the licensed premises.
Additionally, the duration of extended stay lodging on a licensed premises shall continue to
accrue unless the guest vacates the licensed premises for sixty (60) consecutive days.
(b) Summary suspension: the treasurer shall have the discretion to summarily suspend a hotel license in the
event the treasurer determines that an immediate threat to public health, safety or welfare is posed by the
licensee's failure to comply with the requirements of this article or any conditions of its existing license. In
the case of a summary suspension, the licensee shall be afforded a right of appeal substantially in the
manner provided at subsections 11-567(b) and (c).
(c) Suspensions of a hotel license may be for any term up to a maximum of the amount of time remaining in the
one-year term of the license as issued.
(Ord. No. 1723, § 1, 10-25-21; Ord. No. 1771, § 3, 8-28-23)
Sec. 11-567. Suspension, revocation and appeal procedures.
(a) The city treasurer shall have the authority to suspend or revoke hotel licenses. In so acting, the treasurer
shall apply the relevant eligibility requirements and standards contained in this article.
(b) Appeals. In the event the treasurer denies, does not renew, suspends or revokes a license, the applicant shall
have the right to a quasi-judicial hearing before an administrative hearing officer appointed by the city. A
written request for hearing shall be made to the treasurer within ten (10) days of the date of mailing of the
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treasurer's written decision. The hearing shall be conducted within thirty (30) days of the date of the
treasurer's receipt of written request for hearing unless a later date is requested by the applicant.
(c) The procedure for the appeal to and in consideration by the administrative hearing officer shall be conducted
substantially in the manner described at and sections 11-31 and 11-32 of this Code, provided, however, that
the hearing shall be conducted by an administrative hearing officer appointed by the city in compliance with
section 2-87.
(d) Except in the case of a summary suspension, the hotel may continue to operate during the appeal process
and until the final decision of the hearing officer is rendered.
(Ord. No. 1723, § 1, 10-25-21)
Sec. 11-568. License addendum for extended stay operations.
(a) Application. As a part of or separately from an application for a hotel license under this article, the applicant
may also apply for the right to offer extended stay lodging as defined in section 11-561 in all or portions of
the licensed hotel property. Applications for an extended stay addendum to a hotel license shall be filed on
forms provided by the treasurer and shall include the following information:
(1) Number of rooms and a percentage of square footage in the hotel to be devoted to extended-stay
operations.
(2) Certification of compliance with requirements of subsections (b), (c) and (d) below have been met with
respect to the proposed extended-stay component of the hotel operation.
(3) Evidence of all required zoning and development approvals under chapter 26 of the Code of Laws and
demonstrated compliance with any conditions of approval.
(4) Evidence of a valid business license.
(b) Zone district compliance. Extended-stay facilities are allowed only in the following zone districts:
(1) Commercial-one (C1) as a special use permit process;
(2) Commercial-two (C2) as a special use permit process;
(3) Mixed-use commercial (MU-C), and all MUC subdistricts as a conditional use permit process; and
(4) Mixed-use-neighborhood (MU-N) as a conditional use permit.
The applicant, in addition to a precondition of the issuance of an extended-stay hotel license addendum,
must apply for and obtain approval of the relevant special use under the procedures set forth in section 26-114 of
this Code.
(c) In-room characteristics. The following in-room characteristics are required for all lodging units permitted as
extended-stay lodging:
(1) Minimum size for entire unit: Three hundred (300) square feet.
(2) Minimum size for living room: One hundred twenty (120) square feet.
(3) A defined bedroom must be provided separate and apart from other portions of the unit.
(4) The following minimum kitchen/cooking facilities are required (but may not be located in the defined
bedroom or bathroom): refrigerator, cooktop, dedicated sink, cabinets with cooking/dining supplies.
(5) The maximum sleeping occupancy per room or unit shall be two (2) persons per dedicated bedroom.
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(6) Personal possessions may not be stored on exterior balconies, interior corridors or in a manner that
prohibits adequate movement and ingress/egress within the unit, with the exception on balconies for
items such as bikes, strollers, and coolers.
(7) Housekeeping must be available, although an additional charge may be made for the same.
(d) Common area characteristics.
(1) The following common area amenities must be available to the residents of all extended stay lodging
facilities:
a. Twenty-four-hour desk staffing;
b. Prohibition of storage of any personal possessions within shared common areas of the building
and/or site;
c. Universal wireless internet available included within room charge;
d. In-room or common area laundry facilities adequate for number of guests.
(2) A minimum of three (3) of the following common area amenities shall be provided at the choosing of
the extended stay lodging licensee, subject to the city's review and approval:
a. Business center of a size at least one hundred twenty (120) square feet;
b. A fitness center of at least three hundred fifty (350) square feet for every two hundred (200)
rooms;
c. A swimming pool at least fifteen (15) by twenty-five (25) by four (4) feet;
d. Meeting areas or conference rooms;
e. On-site restaurant or other available food options provided adequate for number of guests.
As part of the review process for the extended-stay lodging license addendum, the treasurer may determine
that one (1) or more of the foregoing amenities in this subsection (2) is not required, taking into consideration the
age, location and size of the hotel property itself, as well as the portion thereof proposed to be devoted to extended stay lodging.
(e) Duration of stay. Duration of occupancy in any extended stay lodging unit may be for a period of thirty (30)
consecutive days or more.
(f) Guest behavior. Persons renting an extended stay unit in a hotel with a valid extended-stay hotel license
addendum under this article must be present in the unit at all times during which other persons are also
present. In addition, persons renting the unit may not:
(1) Sublet the unit to any other person; or
(2) Permit occupancy of the unit by any person other than the registered guest or guests.
(Ord. No. 1723, § 1, 10-25-21)
Sec. 11-569. Implementation schedule.
It is the intention of the city that existing hotels within the city be given the sufficient time to make the
operational and physical modifications and improvements necessary to satisfy the eligibility requirements in
section 11-564. Accordingly, the following implementation schedule for this article is adopted:
(1) Existing hotels shall have until January 1, 2022 within which to submit an application and application
fee for a hotel license.
Created: 2025-03-20 15:11:09 [EST]
(Supp. No. 74, Upd 1)
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(2) The city treasurer shall have thirty (30) days within which to review applications for existing hotels.
(3) A hotel, once licensed, shall comply with the schedule to achieve the required CFS metric in subsection
11-564(a).
(4) existing hotels shall have until June 30, 2022 to limit the duration of guest stays to less than thirty (30)
days, unless the hotel has applied for and received an extended stay addendum under section 11-568.
(5) On or before June 30, 2023, and every eighteen (18) months thereafter, the council shall conduct a
review of the implementation of this Article and shall consider any amendments deemed appropriate
in response to that review.
(Ord. No. 1723, § 1, 10-25-21)
ITEM NO. 3
Memorandum
TO:
THROUGH:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
Wheat Ridge City Council
Patrick Goff, City Manager
Karen A. O’Donnell, Parks and Recreation Director
April 7, 2025
Outdoor Pool Replacement Community Engagement
ISSUE:
Anderson Outdoor Pool, a beloved community asset since its opening in 1979, has
served residents each summer for decades. While the pool received a facelift in 2008, much of its original infrastructure, including its foundation, remains unchanged and is
now approaching the end of its functional life. Within the next 3-5 years, the pool will
need to be either replaced or closed indefinitely. In 2025, the Parks and Recreation
Department is seeking community input on two key questions: (1) Do residents support
replacing the outdoor pool? (2) If so, what amenities and features would they like to see in a new facility?
PRIOR ACTION:
In 2008, the slide and slide tower were demolished and rebuilt, and the family pool was newly constructed. The lap pool remained largely unchanged, except for a completely
new west wall. A cement deck was added between the family and lap pools, and small
shade sails were installed. Additionally, modifications were made in the pump room to
support a second body of water.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Design costs are estimated at $500,000, and construction costs are estimated at $10M
to $15M. The Parks and Recreation team has been researching grant opportunities for
several months. While there don’t appear to be many grants that fund pool design and construction, the team is planning to apply for an Outdoor Recreation Legacy
Partnership (ORLP) grant through Colorado Parks and Wildlife in August of 2025. Public engagement is a major funding criterion and has influenced engagement planning
efforts. ORLP is part of the Land Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), which provided
funding to build the Anderson Pool in 1977. The site being previously funded by LWCF makes it eligible for additional LWCF/ORLP funding. ORLP can provide higher funding
amounts than the standard LWCF funding.
Study Session Memo – Outdoor Pool Replacement Community Engagement
April 7, 2025
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BACKGROUND:
An audit of the Anderson Pool was completed in March of 2023 by an aquatic planning
and design firm, Counsilman-Hunsaker (Attachment 2). The audit included an all-inclusive analysis of all systems and recommends the total replacement of the pool and
its related systems. Short-term repairs alone amount to over $600,000 and do not guarantee that the pool will remain operable for an extended period of time.
A core team of City staff recently began meeting bi-weekly to discuss engagement strategies and assign various tasks. The Grant and Special Project Administrator is
working closely with potential funders to set the team up for success as grant applications become available. The Parks & Recreation Director and City Manager are
working diligently to identify potential funding opportunities.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
City staff recommend utilizing the attached community engagement plan to educate the
community and involve residents in decisions related to the future of the Anderson Pool.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Anderson Pool Engagement Plan 2. Anderson Park Pool Audit Report (2023)
ATTACHMENT 1
Anderson Pool Community Engagement Plan
Core city team members: Recreation Supervisor-Aquatics, Recreation Coordinator-
Aquatics, Recreation Coordinator-Athletics and Anderson Building, Recreation Supervisor-
Marketing and General Programs, Recreation Manager, Grant and Special Project
Administrator, Parks and Recreation Director, Neighborhood Engagement Specialist
Campaign Name: Keep Anderson Afloat: Designing a Replacement for Our Outdoor Pool
Project Website: https://whatsupwheatridge.com/shared_link/vafz7jh1
Engagement Timeline: April 1, 2025 – August 15, 2025
Project Goals:
• Determine if there is significant support from residents for replacing the outdoor
pool, understanding that the alternative is closing the outdoor pool indefinitely.
• Quantifying community support for different aquatics amenities.
• Have we engaged relevant groups through this process, especially underserved and
hard-to-reach groups?
• Swim clubs, Sun Camp, kids/families, elementary school students, lap lane users,
general pool users, non-pool users, etc.
Engagement Methods:
• Community survey (online and paper versions)
• “Share your story tool” on WhatsUpWheatRidge
• Comment cards available during tabling
• Kids activities
• Also considering: open house, focus group and/or resident advisory committee
Targeted Outreach:
Group Planned Engagement Method
City Council Study Session Presentation, Q+A
Optimist Club Presentation, Q+A
Stevens Elementary Kids engagement activity, Peach Jar flyer
Prospect Valley Elementary Kids engagement activity, Peach Jar flyer
Everitt Middle Peach Jar flyer
Mountain Phoenix Kids engagement activity, Peach Jar flyer
Compass Montessori
Peach Jar flyer
ATTACHMENT 1
Wheat Ridge High School Peach Jar flyer
Manning Middle Peach Jar flyer
Piranhas + Foothills Swim Clubs Kids engagement activity, flyer distributed at practice
Swim Lesson Participants
Kids engagement activity, flyer distributed to
participants
Rotary Club Presentation, Q+A
Kiwanis Club Presentation, Q+A
Parks and Rec Commission Presentation, Q+A
IDEA Committee Presentation, Q+A
Sun Camp Kids engagement activity, flyer distributed to families
Outside Camps (e.g., Sweet Ridge)
TBD, likely kids engagement activity, flyer distributed
to families
WR Chamber of Commerce Presentation, Q+A
Wheat Ridge Business Association Presentation, Q+A
Lifeguards Staff training activity
General Community Outreach:
Date Time Location Notes
Saturday, April
5th 9:30am-1:30pm Rec Center
Pool Info out at Splash and Search event at WRRC
(Memorial Day
Weekend date)
TBD based on
weather Anderson Pool Decide week-before if weather looks
promising, not aquatics staff
Friday, May 30th 12-3pm Anderson Pool Pool-deck tabling
Thursday, June
5th 12-3pm Anderson Pool Pool-deck tabling
Wednesday, June
11th 12-3pm Anderson Pool Pool-deck tabling
Tuesday, June
17th 12-3pm Anderson Pool Pool-deck tabling
Wednesday, June
18th 5:30-8pm
Anderson Park
Pavilion Performance in the Park
ATTACHMENT 1
Monday, June
23rd 12-3pm Anderson Pool Pool-deck tabling
Saturday, June
28th 1:30-8pm
Anderson Park
NE Lot RidgeFest
Sunday, July 6th 12-3pm Anderson Pool Not aquatics staff, 4th of July weekend
Wednesday, July
9th 9:30am-11am Anderson Park
Pavilion Performance in the Park-Kids Performance
Saturday, July
12th 12-3pm Anderson Pool Pool-deck tabling
Saturday, July
19th TBD Anderson Pool Swim League Meet
Carnation Festival TBD Anderson Park TBD, potentially table at this event
Tabling Methodology: Table one day during Memorial Day and 4th of July holiday weekends,
table one day of the week throughout the summer (Mon-Sun), table at large community
events (PIP, RidgeFest, potentially Carnation Festival), table at competitive swim league
meet
General Community Communications:
• Summer Parks and Recreation Activity Guide
• May Connections edition
• May Wheat Ridge Gazette article
• May, June, July, August department e-newsletters
• Kickoff email to all WhatsUpWheatRidge subscribers
• Yard signs (strategically placed)
• Social Media
• Considering a postcard mailing
Relevant to engagement timeline: Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) grants
program is through Colorado Parks and Wildlife and will likely be open for applications
August 1 - August 31, 2025. Public engagement is a major funding criteria. ORLP is part of
the Land Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), which provided funding to build the Anderson
Pool in 1977. The site being previously funded by LWCF makes it eligible for additional
LWCF/ORLP funding. ORLP can provide higher funding amounts than the standard LWCF
program.
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MARCH 2023
ATTACHMENT 2
AQUATIC AUDIT REPORT for the
ANDERSON PARK POOL
in
WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO
ATTACHMENT 2
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................................................................................... 2
A. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY .......................................................................................................................... 3
B. POOL INFORMATION* ............................................................................................................................ 4
C. POOL ITEMS ............................................................................................................................................ 5
1. STRUCTURES AND FINISHES .................................................................................................... 6 2. PERIMETER OVERFLOW SYSTEM ............................................................................................. 9 3. MAIN DRAINS ..............................................................................................................................11
4. INLETS .........................................................................................................................................12
5. POOL ACCESS & ANCHORS .....................................................................................................13
6. POOL MARKINGS .......................................................................................................................14
7. UNDERWATER LIGHTS .............................................................................................................15
D. DECK ITEMS ..........................................................................................................................................16
1. POOL DECK ................................................................................................................................17 2. DIVING BOARDS and WATERSLIDES .......................................................................................18 3. LEISURE POOL FEATURES ......................................................................................................19
E. POOL MECHANICAL ITEMS .................................................................................................................20
1. PIPING AND VALVES .................................................................................................................21
2. PUMPS .........................................................................................................................................22
3. FILTRATION & BACKWASH .......................................................................................................23
4. CHEMICAL TREATMENT ............................................................................................................25
5. CHEMICAL CONTROLLERS .......................................................................................................26
6. POOL HEATERS .........................................................................................................................27
F. OPINION OF PROBABLE COST ...........................................................................................................28
G. ATTACHMENT “A” ...............................................................................................................................29
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A. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The ABO Group authorized Counsilman-Hunsaker to provide a swimming pool audit at the Anderson Park Outdoor
Pool Facility in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. The Lap Pool, Leisure Pool, and Slide Splashdown Pool were constructed in 2007/2008 as part of a renovation project by the City of Wheat Ridge. Previous to the renovation, the site consisted
of a 164’ x 60’ pool constructed in 1979. The 2007/2008 renovation included constructing two new pools “within” the
original existing pool. The current lap pool shallow end wall and gutter system were installed as part of the
2007/2008 renovation, but the remaining three lap pool walls and pool slab are original to the 1979 construction. The
2007/2008 renovation also added a leisure pool where the slab was constructed on top of the original 1979 pool slab
and the leisure pool walls were newly constructed.
The repair and/or replace estimations throughout this report and summarized in the OPC (Opinion of Probable
Costs) on Page 28 tends to lean towards consideration of total replacement of the pools and their related systems. As noted within this report, with the exception of the shallow end wall, the Lap Pool structure is 43 years old and liv-
ing on borrowed time.
Counsilman-Hunsaker was commissioned for this audit to identify items that are substandard or not operating as
required, and offer insight for potential repairs if needed. Providing a safe and sanitary environment for the users of
the pools is the highest priority for Counsilman-Hunsaker, The ABO Group, and the City of Wheat Ridge.
A site visit to the aquatic facilities was performed by Cary Dennis and Daniel Borgatti from Counsilman-Hunsaker on
March 2, 2023. The site visit aimed to evaluate the existing outdoor pools and pool mechanical systems and review
the aquatic programming needs, wants, and vision for the future of the swimming pools.
Two significant pieces of federal regulation have been adopted into law and impact new and existing commercial pools. Approximately ten years ago, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires two (2) means of access to
the pool itself. The second piece of legislation enacted around the same time was the Virginia Graeme Baker (VGB)
Pool and Spa Safety Act. This required specialty anti-entrapment covers at the main drains. VGB covers were in
place, but they are believed to be expired as the ones installed only have a rated life of seven (7) years, and part of
the law requires their replacement once they've expired.
Codes Applicable and Referenced within this report:
• ANSI/APSP/ICC-1 2017
• Jefferson County Department of Health defers Pool Regulations to The Colorado Department of Health and Environment—Water Quality Control Division—SWIMMING POOLS AND MINERAL BATHS
• Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC)
• National Pool & Spa Institute
Applicable Federal Code Sections:
• Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGB)
• ASME/ANSI A112.19.81
• Signed into Law on December 19, 2007
• CPSC Staff Interpretation of Section 1404 issued on June 18, 2008
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) U.S.C. 12101 et seq. Signed into Law on July 26, 1990
The administrative code requirements must be satisfied if a significant modification of the pool is undertaken or if a
particular item or piece of equipment is in need of repair. The recommended repairs address all administrative code
items identified in this report.
Structural Issues/Review:
If a pool structural inspection is being considered, Martin/Martin are recommended and have extended experience
pool swimming pool structural design.
Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers – Investigative Department
12499 W Colfax Ave
Lakewood, CO 80215
Phone: 303-431-610
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B. POOL INFORMATION
Lap Pool (per 10-03-07 Drawings)
Maximum Length: 82’-2”
Maximum Width: 60’-0”
Surface area: 4,507 ft²
Perimeter: 284’- 4” Linear Feet
Depth: 4’-3” to 12’-4”
Volume: 313,000 gallons (330,000 calculated)
Lanes: Eight (8) 84’-0” Lanes
Turnover Rate: 4.22 Hours
Design Flow Rate: 1,250 GPM
Filtration Method: High Rate Sand Filters
Filtration Area: 90.0 ft² Total (Two Filters at 45.0 ft² each)
Backwash Rate: 687 to 916 GPM (Per Filter Operation Sheet on the Gauge Cluster Panel)
Leisure (Splash) Pool (per 10-03-07 Drawings)
Surface area: 2,959 ft²
Perimeter: Unknown
Depth: 0’-0” (Zero Entry) to 3’-0”
Volume: 37,300 gallons
Turnover Rate: .99 hrs
Design Flow Rate: 625 GPM
Filtration Method: High Rate Sand Filters
Filtration Area: 45.0 ft²
Backwash Rate: 687 to 916 GPM (Per Filter Operation Sheet on the Gauge Cluster Panel)
Slide Splashdown Pool (No Accurate Drawings are Available)
(NOTE: This pool is tied to the Lap Pool. The overflow weir and the floor sump drain via gravity to wall sumps
located in the lap pool deep end wall. The only treated water return is supplied by the slide pump)
Surface area: 250 ft² (Approximate)
Perimeter: 70’-0” Linear Feet
Depth: 3’-6”
Volume: 6,500 gallons (Approximate)
*All information approximated from field observations of the swimming pool and construction/
renovation documents provided to the Consultant.
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C. POOL ITEMS
1. STRUCTURES AND FINISHES
2. PERIMETER OVERFLOW SYSTEMS
3. MAIN DRAINS
4. INLETS
5. POOL ACCESS AND ACHORS
6. POOL MARKINGS
7. UNDERWATER LIGHTS
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1. STRUCTURES AND FINISHES
Observations and Comments
Based upon the renovation drawings dated 10-3-07,
the current lap pool and leisure pool were built utiliz-
ing a pre-existing lap pool slab and walls. The
preexisting lap pool was constructed in 1979. The
top of the pool walls in the new 25 Meter lap area
are original and where cut for the installation of the
new stainless steel surge weir gutter. The lap pool
shallow end wall was added and is doweled into the
original pool slab. The main drains in the deep end
of the lap pool are also original. The existing leisure
pool also utilizes the original pool slab with adapta-
tions for new pool walls and main drains doweled
into the original pool floor. Renovation drawings
note A Skia Swell (Expansive Caulk) was required
at all cold joints within the pool. The “Expansive
Caulk” note may have been a typo, as Sika Swell
and caulk are entirely different products. A com-
pression water stop is also noted on the new shal-
low end lap pool wall and the leisure pool walls.
Compression water stops are notoriously unreliable.
The new lap pool shallow end wall is dimensioned
at 1’-9” thick. However, the structural steel for this
wall is alarmingly deficient. Typical ACI structural
requirements for swimming pools requires a mat of
structural steel for every 8 inches of concrete. This
wall has a #4 hoop bar on 12 inch centers with lat-
eral bars that appear to be spaced 18”+ apart. The
plunge pool structure for the open flume water slide
was not part of the 10-2-07 renovation.
Upon inspection, the lap pool and the leisure pool
have numerous surface cracks and delaminated
plaster. The lap pool surface could not be closely
inspected due to water in the pool. However, plaster
cracking and separation could be seen from the
pool deck. A majority of the leisure pool surface was
accessible for inspection. It is important to note that
a surface inspection cannot accurately determine if
the plaster issues are directly related to structural
cracks without removing the plaster. It is also im-
portant to note that Diamond Brite Plaster, or any
type of aggregate based plaster requires submer-
sion for curing, longevity, and durability.
Image 3: Lap Pool Expansion Joint
Image 2: Cracks In Leisure Pool Finish
Image 1: Lap Pool
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The leisure pool trim tile is poorly installed in numer-
ous locations. Uneven surfaces, cut tile with
chipped and sharp edges (See Image 5) along with
missing grout and pool plaster infilled into the grout
joints (See Image 5).
The lap pool expansion joint, wall target, and lane
line tile appear to be in adequate condition. Howev-
er a close inspection could not be obtained due to
water in the pool. The expansion joint tile (See Im-
age 3) was closely inspected and the grout joints
were filled with Diamond Brite plaster. The caulk
joint appeared to be intact, but shows areas of
wear.
Recommendations:
It is recommended to test both the lap pool, and the
leisure pool for water loss. Pool staff noted that both
pools leak and the leakage in the leisure pool is ex-
cessive. Testing the pools will need occur in the off
season. Pool piping will need to the plugged/capped
at the pool locations to isolate the pool structures,
Then, the pools will need to be filled and tested per
the procedure outlined in Attachment “A”. If the
pool structures are not water tight, repair costs
could be exurberant.
Short Term: Water Testing Pool Structures
Estimate: $15,000.
If the pool structures are leaking, the locations of
the leaks will need to be pinpointed. This is included
in the estimated cost listed above (Water Testing
Estimate). Once the locations of the leaks are
found, the pool plaster will need to be removed to
allow access to the pool concrete. Additionally, oth-
er areas where the plaster cracking should be re-
moved to inspect the pool concrete to verify the
concrete does not have structural issues. Verifica-
tion and procedures of concrete repair and/or re-
placement with need to be determined by a structur-
al engineer.
Short Term: Structural Inspection Estimate: $8,500
The Diamond Brite Plaster finish in both pools is in
adequate condition with multiple cracks and mild
delamination. The zero entry to leisure pool is in
Image 6: Leisure Pool Inlet Tile
Image 5: Leisure Pool Zero Entry Tile
Image 4: Leisure Pool Zero Entry
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Recommendations Cont’d:
the Diamond Brite Finish. The immediate need is to
replace/resurface the leisure pool zero entry to
avoid potential slip & falls. The areas of Diamond
Brite that have delaminated from the pool concrete
need to be replaced with a bond coat and new Dia-
mond Brite. New Diamond Brite Finishes should be
budgeted for within the next 3 to 5 years, pending
the life of the existing finishes.
Short Term: Re-Coat the Leisure Pool Zero Entry
with Slip Resistant Epoxy Paint OR Epoxy Filler
with Slip Resistant Aggregate Similar to RockHard.
Zero Entry Re-Coating Estimate: $58,000
Short Term: Tile specifically at the zero entry to the
leisure pool needs to be replaced. Elevations need
to equalized eliminating any uneven surfaces and
cut or timed tile.
Zero Entry Trim Tile Replacement Estimate: $24,000
Short Term: Numerous tile locations appear to
have missing grout or the grout joints are filled with
Diamond Brite Plaster. It is recommended to re-
move the exiting grout and/or plaster fill in the tile
grout joints and replace with epoxy grout.
Tile Grout Replacement Estimate: $15,000
Short Term: For tile areas that were submerged or
snow covered (Lane Lines), if broken tiles are pre-
sent they should be replaced. Hopefully attic stock
is available. If not, new tile will be required.
New Tile & Grout Replacement Estimate: $65.00/sq ft.
Long Term: Replaster All Pools
Estimate: $225,000
Image 9: Leisure Pool Stair Entry Tile & Plaster
Image 8: Leisure Pool Zero Entry Tile
Image 7: Leisure Pool Zero Entry Plaster and Tile.
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2. PERIMETER OVERFLOW SYSTEMS
Observations and Comments
As noted in the structural section of this report,
three of the four 25-Meter lap pool walls were modi-
fied from the original 50-Meter+ pool built in 1979.
The fourth wall (shallow end wall) is a new wall.
Modifications are based upon drawings dated 10-03
-07. The modified lap pool walls included removal of
the top of the original pool walls and the addition of
a stainless steel gutter system with an integral sup-
ply tube. The supply tube has small 1/2” holes
evenly spaced around the perimeter of the gutter to
distribute treated water back into the pool (See Im-
age 11). The limitations with pressure tube stainless
steel gutters is that treated water rarely reaches the
deeper water, often causing varied chemical level
readings and cloudy water in the deeper areas. Alga
flumes can also be an issue if not. Many states re-
quire wall inlets evenly spaced between the water
level and pool floor or floor inlets. Or a combination
of both. The current Model Aquatic Health Code
notes the following:
4.7.1.3.1.3.1—For Pools greater than 50 ft
wide (15.2m), floor INLETS shall be required.
4.7.1.3.2.1 — Floor INLETS shall be spaced to
effectively distribute water throughout the
pool.
While the current pool would likely be grandfathered
to current pool codes.
Pool staff relayed that there are suspected issues
with welded joints in the gutter system. If welding
seams on stainless steel gutters are not properly
passivated after welding, they will begin to corrode
and potentially fail, if not properly treated.
The leisure pool utilizes a skimmer overflow system
that drains via gravity to a balance/surge tank locat-
ed below the pool deck in front of the filter room.
This is uncommon as skimmers are designed for
direct suction since they are sporadically placed
versus a continuous overflow gutter system. Health
Codes do not dictate a flow requirement, other than
a manufacturers recommended flow (per MAHC
4.7.1.5.3). Skimmer manufactures recommend 30 to
Image 12: Gutter Design Drawing 10-03-07
Image 11: Stainless Steel Gutter Inlet Port
Image 10: Stainless Steel Gutter
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50 gpm per skimmer. With six (6) skimmers and the
zero entry trench tied into a single 8 inch line that
drains to the surge tank, the maximum flow via
gravity is 465 gpm. Industry standards are the over-
flow should handle a minimum of 80% to 100% of
total recirculation flow, Current Colorado State Code
requires a minimum of 50% of the recirculation flow.
With the 8 inch line the overflow is at 74%.of the re-
circulation flow.
Four (4) of the six (6) skimmers have cracks and all
skimmers appear to be poorly installed. There are
no details on the 10-03-07 drawings indicating how
the skimmers were to be installed. Typically, skim-
mers are encased in concrete with structural steel
(rebar) surrounding the skimmer body. Pool staff
relayed that there is/are a major leak(s) in the skim-
mer system
The slide splashdown pool has a grate at the top
tread of the stair entry that runs the entire width of
the pool (See Image 15). Pool staff relayed that the
piping from this grate drains into the lap pool. Draw-
ings provided do not indicate pipe routing or con-
nections from this overflow grate.
Recommendations:
Short Term: Replace or modify the Lap Pool main
drains to achieve VGB Compliance.
Replace all six (6) skimmers at the leisure pool and
modify the pipe sizes to the surge tank to accommo-
date 80% to 100% of the flow rate.
Estimate: $125,000
Image 15: Slide Splashdown Pool Overflow Grate.
Image 14: Leisure Pool Skimmer Throat
Image 13: Leisure Pool Skimmer Body
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3. MAIN DRAINS
Observations and Comments
The main drains in the deep end of the lap pool are origi-
nal to the 1979 construction of the 50-Meter Lap pool.
According to the renovation drawings dated 10-03-07,
the deep end main drains were not modified and it is as-
sumed the original main drain piping beneath the pool
was utilized with a new connection point between the
pool and the filter room.
The leisure pool main drains were installed with the 10-
03-07 renovation and new piping was utilized for these
drains (See Image 17).
The slide plunge pool main drain was covered in snow
and a visual inspection was not possible. Renovation
drawings dated 10-03-07 indicate a main drain modifica-
tion that was not installed as part of the renovation. Addi-
tionally, wall sumps in the lap pool were also noted for
modification as part of the renovation, although they
were not installed. The 14 inch interconnecting drain line
between the slide plunge pool and the current lap pool
wall sumps is original.
The main drains in the lap pool and the leisure pool were
submerged and visual inspection could not be accom-
plished. Based upon the dimensional data in Image 18,
the leisure pool sumps are compliant with current VGB
regulations. However, based on the information in image
17 taken from the original pool drawings, the lap pool
sumps are not dimensionally compliant. The elevation of
the top of the suction pipe must be 1.5X the pipe diame-
ter from top of the grate. Therefore, for an 8” pipe, the
top of the pipe must be a minimum of 12” below the top
of the grate.
Pool staff relayed that VGB compliant covers have been
installed and were up to date.
Recommendations:
Short Term: Replace or modify the Lap Pool main
drains to achieve VGB Compliance.
Estimate: $75,000
NOTE: Other modifications are available, but dimension-
al verification is required.
Long Term: Replace main drain covers every 10 years
based upon current VGB requirements.
Estimate: $25,000 for all drain covers
Image 18: Original Lap Pool Main Drain Detail
Image 17: Leisure Pool Main Drain Detail -01-03-07 Drawings
Image 16: Lap Pool Main Drain Detail—10-03-07 Drawings
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4. INLETS
Observations and Comments
As noted in the overflow section of this report, the lap pool uti-
lizes a stainless steel gutter with a pressure tube return sys-
tem. The pressure tube located on the face of the gutter sys-
tem distributes treated water back into the pool approximately
10 inches below water level. The supply tube has small 1/2”
holes evenly spaced around the perimeter of the gutter to dis-
tribute treated water back into the pool (See Image 20). The
limitations with pressure tube stainless steel gutters is that
treated water rarely reaches the deeper water, often causing
varied chemical level readings and cloudy water in the deeper
areas. Algae flumes can also be an issue if not. Many states
require wall inlets evenly spaced between the water level and
pool floor or floor inlets. Or a combination of both. The current
Model Aquatic Health Code notes the following:
4.7.1.3.1.3.1—For Pools greater than 50 ft wide
(15.2m), floor INLETS shall be required.
4.7.1.3.2.1 — Floor INLETS shall be spaced to effec-
tively distribute water throughout the pool.
While the current pool would likely be grandfathered to current
pool codes.
The leisure pool utilizes twenty one (21) floor inlets (based on
10-03-07 drawings) that equally distribute treated water back
to the pool. At the time of my review the pools were not opera-
tional and many of the inlets were covered with winter water.
Pool staff relayed that it is suspected that the supply piping to
the leisure pool inlets may be leaking.
Recommendations:
Short Term: Supply piping to the floor inlets in the leisure pool
should be tested for leaks. Leak repairs can be costly and its
impossible to pinpoint a specific cost.
Estimate Range: $15,000 to $50,000
NOTE: Once leaks are repaired, it is suggested to retest the
piping to verify all leaks have been addressed prior to backfill.
NOTE: Adding wall inlets to the lap pool to equalize treated
water distribution would not be feasible and would be costly.
Long Term — Seasonal: Winterizing the leisure pool floor
inlet piping should always include removal of as much water
as possible, the addition of RV antifreeze into the piping sys-
tems, and threaded PVC caps screwed into the inlet body.
Estimate: $5,000
Image 21: Leisure Pool Inlet
Image 20: Lap Pool Inlet Gutter Pressure Tube Inlet Nozzle
Image 19: Lap Pool Pressure Tube Detail—10-03-07 Drawings
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5. POOL ACCESS AND ACHORS
Observations and Comments
The lap pool has four (4) means of standard access
via ladders located 7 feet from each longitudinal
corner of the pool. Pool staff relayed that one (1)
pool lift is utilized for ADA accessibility. At the time
of our review, the lap pool ladders and ADA lift had
been removed for off-season winter storage and
placement of the pool cover.
The leisure pool has one (1) standard means of ac-
cess via a large stairway on the east end of the
pool.
The Model Aquatic Health Code notes:
(4.5.5.4) Wider Than Five Feet Stairs wider than 5
feet (1.5 m) shall have handrails at either side and
spaced not more than every 12 feet (3.7 m) apart
across the entire stair width.
This interpretation indicates that rails are required
on both outer edges of the stairs, then spaced a
maximum of 12 feet between the two outer rails. If
the health dept has not flagged this as an issue, it is
assumed the leisure pool is complaint or grandfa-
thered according to Jefferson County Codes.
The leisure pool does not have a primary means of
ADA accessibility. A primary means of access is an
ADA lift or a ramp entry with a landing and rails.
Recommendations:
Short Term: Install a battery powered ADA compliant pool lift
to the leisure pool. An extra battery is also recommended. If
the lift is to be stored during the off season, a cart for transport
is also required.
Estimate—Pool Lift w/ Extra Battery $13,500
Estimate—Pool Lift Cart $2,500
Long Term: Additional rails (on north and south sides) should
be considered for the leisure pool stairs. Additional wedge
anchors would also be required along with grounding of the
anchors.
Estimate: $8,500
Image 24: Leisure Pool Inlet
Image 23: Leisure Pool Stairs and Rails
Image 22: Lap Pool Grab Rail Locatfon(s)—10-03-07 Drawings
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6. POOL MARKINGS
Observations and Comments
The lap pool has deck mounted tile depth markers and
NO DIVING markers. The tile consists of 1” x 1” tile pat-
terns that provide 6-inch tall numbers and letters. There
are numerous locations where the tile is missing, broken,
or delaminated from their base. There are also locations
where the markers exceed the allowable distance of 25-
feet between markers. Code also requires vertical depth
markers. With the stainless-steel gutter there should be
vinyl depth makers on the face of the gutter (above water
level). These only last a short period of time and typically
the need to replaced at the beginning of each season.
The slide splashdown pool has only two (2) tile depth
markers that are located on the pool deck. These two
locations are duplicated on the vertical face of the pool.
Additional depth markers are required to meet the re-
quired minimal distance requirements of 25 feet apart or
less. Additionally, NO DIVING markers are required for
depths of five feet or less.
The leisure pool has both deck mounted and vertical
pool wall mounted tile depth markers. The deck mounted
depth markers show wear and tear and are missing
grout between the tile joints. There are no depth markers
or warning signs on the entire zero entry portion of the
pool. Both Jefferson County Health Code and the Model
Aquatic Heath Code do specifically define if depth mark-
ers are required at zero entries. The MAHC notes that
they are not required for wading pools that have a depth
of 6 inches or less. But this is not a wadding pool. If this
has not been flagged by code review officials, it may not
be required per code. However, industry standards typi-
cally include depth marker and NO DIVING at zero en-
tries. Potential legal arguments could also justify their
inclusion.
Recommendations:
Short Term: Replace lap pool deck mounted depth markers
with 8” x 8” non slip depth markers and warning signs.
Estimate—$8,800
Short Term: Add vertical vinyl depth markers to lap pool
Estimate—$2,000
Short Term: Add zero entry depth markers and warning signs
and new 8” x 8” non slip depth markers to leisure pool
Estimate—$6,500
Short Term: additional depth markers and warning signs to
slide splashdown pool. Estimate: $3,500
Image 27: Leisure Pool Inlet
Image 26: Leisure Pool Stairs and Rails
Image 25: Lap Pool Grab Rail Locatfon(s)—10-03-07 Drawings
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7. UNDERWATER LIGHTS
Observations and Comments
The underwater lights that existed in the original
pool built in 1979 were removed per the 10-03-07
renovations drawings. (See Image 29). Oddly, the
detail calls for the lamp to be removed and the nich-
es to remain in place and to be packed with non-
shrink grout. Typically, the niche is removed and the
void is filled with water proofing material, concrete,
and or grout.
Recommendations:
It is key to keep a close eye on the original under-
water light locations. The disconnected conduit is
noted to be filled with caulk, which, over time, will
fail. These abandoned light locations can be a po-
tential leak point.
Image 29: Leisure Pool Stairs and Rails
Image 28: Lap Pool Grab Rail Locatfon(s)—10-03-07 Drawings
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D. DECK ITEMS
1. POOL DECKS
2. DIVING BOARD AND WATER SLIDES
3. LEISURE POOL FEATURES
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1. POOL DECKS and COPING
Observations and Comments
Pool decks appear to be in adequate condition.
There are locations of shrinkage cracking (See Im-
age 30) and minor shifting, but no noticeable struc-
tural cracking, heaving or settlement. Pool staff re-
ported no slip/falls due to slick surfaces related to
the pool deck.
Cold joints in the pool deck appeared to have no
caulk or fill material which is typical for cold joints. It
appears the cold joints were originally poured with-
out expansion joints. This is necessary to keep wa-
ter from penetrating the joint and damaging the con-
crete due to freeze-thaw. Caulk is also missing from
the joint between the back of the lap pool stainless
steel gutter where the deck concrete meets the gut-
ter.
The cold joint between the pool deck and the leisure
pool coping should also include a could joint. How-
ever it appears it was constructed without expan-
sion material and a caulk sealant. The leisure pool
coping is in poor condition with multiple cracks
which can be defined as structural cracking. Based
upon the renovation drawings date 10-03-07, no re-
bar is present in the cast-in-place coping, making it
susceptible to cracking and displacement.
Recommendations:
Short Term: The concrete pedestal for the 1-Meter
dive stand that was previously removed should be
demolished and replaced with new decking that is
level with the remainder of the pool deck. This item
is a tripping hazard and an obstruction.
Estimate—$5,000
Short Term: The leisure pool coping should be re-
placed. Since the replacement of pool skimmers is
also recommended, the poor condition of the exist-
ing coping which is integral to the skimmers re-
quires the new coping properly anchored to the pool
beam with integral rebar.
Estimate—$80,000
Long Term: N/A
Image 32: Leisure Pool Slide Stair and Rail.
Image 31: Leisure Pool Stairs and Rails
Image 30: Lap Pool Deep End Deck
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2. DIVING BOARD and WATER SLIDE
Observations and Comments
As part of the 2007 renovation, a 1-Meter dive stand with
a concrete platform was added to the south side of the
deep end of the lap pool. The dive stand has recently
been removed, however the concrete platform remains.
This is an obstruction for deck traffic. This item is also
noted in the Pool Deck and Coping portion of this report.
The large water slide was installed as part of the 2007
renovation, although the layout of the slide is dramatical-
ly different than the slide shown on the 10-03-07 renova-
tions drawings. Pool staff relayed the concern regarding
the out of plumb steel support columns. The interior fin-
ish of the slide is in good condition with the exception of
the slide seams that need to be re-caulked. The exterior
of the slide fiberglass is showing its age and is due for a
new resurfacing or epoxy coating. The steel columns,
yokes, and hardware appear to have minimal corrosion.
Bi-yearly inspections by maintenance staff are always
recommended (prior to the start of the swim season and
the end of the swim season). The slide riding surface
should be waxed at the beginning and end of each swim
season and the fiberglass seams should be re-caulked
at the beginning of each season.
The small slide at the leisure Pool is in poor condition.
Uneven seams, a worn riding surface, disintegrating stair
railing leading to the slide platform, delaminating safety
padding, and a dangerous raised concrete shelf utilized
for the slide support.
Recommendations:
Short Term: The concrete pedestal for the 1-Meter dive
stand that was previously removed should be demol-
ished and replaced with new decking that is level with
the remainder of the pool deck. This item is a tripping
hazard and an obstruction.
Estimate— See Pool Decks and Coping
Short Term: Schedule yearly riding surface waxing and
seam caulking.
Estimate—$8,000
Short Term: Remove the small leisure pool slide, slide
concrete stair and platform, padding, and railing.
Estimate—$30,000
Long Term: Epoxy coat the exterior surface of the fiber-
glass
Estimate—$23,500
Image 35: Water Slide Interior Seam
Image 34: Water Slide Support Columns
Image 33: Concrete Platiorm from Removed Dive Stand
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3. LEISURE POOL FEATURES
Observations and Comments
At the time of our review, all of the raised features had
been removed and stored for winter. The deck level fea-
tures had been winterized. Pool staff relayed that many
of the current features are worn out and/or non-
functioning. The piano feature (See Image 37) has not
functioned for many years. The Water Odyssey Control-
ler installed during the 2007/2008 renovation is also non-
functional.
Pool staff also relayed that there are concerns that the
feature piping routed from the filter room to each pool
feature may be leaking. It was stated that it it uncertain
which feature or pipe(s) is/are suspect. But it is feared
that the feature piping may be contributing to the rapid
water loss. The pressure testing of “all” pool piping is
recommended in the “Piping and Valves” section of this
report.
Please refer the Image 38. A new feature has been pur-
chased by the city and will be installed prior to the 2023
swim season.
Recommendations:
Short Term: Replace the piano feature in the zero entry
with a feature (or features) that will equal flow require-
ments. This replacement should coincide with the zero
entry surface replacement.
Estimate— $25,000
Short Term: Pressure test all leisure pool feature piping.
Estimate— Refer to the “Piping and Valves” section of
this report.
Long Term: Epoxy Paint all above grade (functional)
features every 3 to 4 years.
Estimate— $20,000
Long Term: Above grade pool features tend to have a
five (5) to seven (7) year life span. It is recommended to
budget for replacement
Estimate—$30,000 to $50,000
Image 38: New Leisure Pool Features.
Image 37: Leisure Pool Piano Feature
Image 36: Leisure Pool Deck Mounted Feature Locatfon.
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E. POOL MECHANICAL ITEMS
1. PIPING AND VAVLES
2. PUMPS
3. FILTRATION AND BACKWASH
4. CHEMCIAL TREATMENT
5. CHEMICAL CONTROLLERS
6. POOL HEATERS
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1. PIPING and VALVES
Observations and Comments
Based on renovation drawings dated 10-03-07, all below
grade, balance tank, and filter room piping for the leisure pool
is Sch 80 piping. For the lap pool, all below grade (with excep-
tion of the pre-existing main drain piping) balance tank, and
filter room piping is Sch 80. Since no construction drawings
are available for the slide splashdown pool, it is assumed the
interconnecting piping with the lap pool is Sch 40.
Pool staff relayed that the leisure pool loses a significant
amount of water on a daily basis. Pool staff also reported that
the lap pool also loses water. Since the pools do not have un-
derwater lights, it is safe to assume that the water losses can
be largely contributed to issues related to pool piping. Howev-
er, as noted in the structural portion of this report, it is recom-
mended that the pool structure is water tested for potential
leakage via a water tightness test.
At the time of our review the pool recirculation systems were
not operational due to off season winterization. The piping sys-
tems within the filter and pump room are uniquely designed
with numerous operational challenges. Standard industry prac-
tice is to always have recirculation pumps in the same room as
the filtration systems for operational safety and simplicity. Ad-
ditionally, access to the pump pit requires stepping on or over
recirculation piping, which is a safety hazard. There are valves
within the filter and pump rooms that are over 7 feet above
finished floor. Valves over 7 feet above the floor should have
chain operators to avoid operators using a ladder to adjust.
Pool staff relayed that the balance tanks for each pool do
not have modulating float valves. Without float valves,
the balance tanks serve no purpose. Additionally, the
orientation of the piping within these tanks can be con-
tributing factor to excess air entering the piping systems.
At the time of our inspection access to these pits was not
available.
Recommendations:
Short Term: Pressure test all below grade recirculation
piping, including interconnecting piping between the
splashdown pool and the lap pool.
Estimate—$10,500
Short Term: Add Modulating float valves to the balance
tank for each pool.
Estimate—$12,500
Long Term: Provide safe access to the pump pit via a
safety ladder with rails or a short catwalk.
Estimate—$5,500
Add chain operators to each valve 7 feet or more above
the finished floor. Estimate—$6,800 Image 41: Leisure Pool Feature Header Piping.
Image 40: Leisure Pool Supply Piping with Heater and Chemical
Connectfons.
Image 39: Filter Room Piping and Pumps.
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2. PUMPS
Observations and Comments
The lap pool recirculation pumps (two) are vertically
mounted end suction 15 HP 60 TDH pumps recircu-
lating 625 gpm each.
The leisure pool recirculation pump is a self-priming
EQ Series 15 HP 60 TDH Pump with an integral
strainer.
There are two feature pumps for the leisure pool.
Both pumps are self-priming EQ Series pumps with
integral strainers. The first feature pump is a 10 HP
45 TDH pump with a 530 GPM flow rate. The sec-
ond is a 15 HP 60 TDH pump with a 625 GPM flow
rate.
No pumps are anchored to their housekeeping pads
as required by manufacturers recommendations.
(See Image 42)
Strainers for the lap pool recirculation pumps are
not properly supported. (See Image 43)
The compound and pressure gauges for all pumps
are either missing or non-functioning. (See Image
44)
Recommendations:
Short Term: Anchor all pool pumps to housekeep-
ing pads.
Estimate—$2,500
Short Term: Add concrete support pad for Lap Pool
strainers.
Estimate—$2,500
Short Term: Replace all compound and pressure
gauges, petcocks, and shutoff valve on all pumps.
Estimate—$3,800
Long Term: N/A
Image 44: Non-Functfonal Compound Gauge
Image 43: No Support Under Lap Pool Strainers
Image 42: Pool Pumps Not Anchored to Housekeeping Pad
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3. FILTRATION and BACKWASH
Observations and Comments
The lap pool has two (2) 60” x 84” horizontal high rate
sand filters that filter the approximate 330,000 gallons of
water every 4.4 hrs with a flow rate of 1,250 GPM and a
filter rate of 13.65 GPM/SF. Code requirement and in-
dustry standard for filter rate is 15.0 GPM/SF.
The leisure pool has one (1) 60” x 84” horizontal high
rate sand filters that filter the approximate 37,000 gallons
of water every 1.0 hrs with a flow rate of 626 GPM and a
filter rate of 13.88 GPM/SF.
Both filter systems meet health code requirements and
industry standards. However, there are issues that need
to be addressed.
Filter backwash: The backwash systems for both pools
tie into a single 10 inch pipe that discharges into a drain
pipe wrapped in plastic to prevent splash-out in a sepa-
rate room, making it impossible to monitor. Secondly,
there is no backwash flowmeter, making the monitoring
of the required flow rate range impossible. The back-
wash flow rate range posted as 687 to 916 gpm on each
filter placard must be followed. Additionally, once the
flow rate is set, the backwash flow adjustment valve han-
dle (wheel) should be removed. Disturbing the filter bed
with back pressure is a necessity when backwashing a
filter. Without these items, it is unlikely that proper back-
washing is taking place. Filter manway hatches with win-
dows allows a visual of the filter bed during backwash.
The current lap pool and leisure pool filters utilize a hose
bib fitting as a pressure relief system on each filter (See
Image 47). This is dangerous and could potentially dam-
age the filter or someone standing near the filter. Each
filter should have a pressure relief valve mounted at the
top of the filter with a manual bypass. The pressure relief
valve automatically releases trapped air within the filter.
The piping from the air relief system and manual bypass
should routed to the nearest floor drain, which unfortu-
nately is in the adjacent pool pump room.
Pool staff relayed that the filter sand had recently been
changed. Typically, filter sand should be replaced every
12 to 15 years on seasonal pools. When replacing filter
sand, it is also wise to replace the filter laterals, as they
are often damaged during the sand replacement pro-
cess.
The Influent and Effluent gauges for both filter system gauge
panels are broken and do not provide accurate pressure read-
ings. The tubing connections locations for each gage needs to
be relocated. Image 47: Hose Bib Used for Air Relief.
Image 46: Gauge Cluster for the Lap Pool
Image 45: Lap and Leisure Pool Filters
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FILTRATION and BACKWASH—Cont’d
Recommendations:
Short Term: Add backwash flowmeter to backwash
piping and adjust valving to reflect required back-
wash flow rates.
Estimate—$2,500
Short Term: Add manway ports with observation
glass to each filter to allow visual acknowledgement
of filter backwash sand displacement. New port gas-
kets should also be installed.
Estimate—$8,500
Short Term: Add automatic air relief systems with
manual bypass and all associated sch 80 piping to
floor drain or backwash funnel for lap pool and lei-
sure pool filter systems.
Estimate—$10,500
Short Term: Replace influent and effluent gauges
and associated tubing on lap pool and leisure pool
filtration systems
Estimate—$6,000
Long Term: Replace filter sand every 12 to 15
years.
Estimate—$15,800
Image 50: Leisure Pool Filter Supply and Return Piping
Image 49: Lap Pool Return Piping and Chemical Connectfons
Image 48: Backwash Piping and Lap Pool Filter Supply Piping
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4. CHEMICAL TREATMENT
Observations and Comments
The lap pool and leisure pool both utilize individual calci-
um hypochlorite feed systems to provide the chlorine
treatment for each pool. The feed systems are manufac-
tured by Pulsar and utilize dry chlorine pellets. The Pul-
sar systems utilize a closed system design for briquette
storage tank and spray chamber with a wash down sys-
tem that is initiated by a signal sent from the chemical
controller for each pool. Calcium hypochlorite is a class 3
oxidizer that requires limitations in storage and fire rat-
ings. A maximum of 200 lbs. of calcium hypochlorite can
be stored in a single room, which includes the inside of
each feeder system.
The pH control is maintained via a C02 feed system uti-
lizing National Line NCS-CF-CO2 Feeders for each
pool. These systems have a maximum flow rate of 30
SCFH. (See Image 53).
Recommendations:
Short Term: Currently, pool staff is satisfied with
the current chemical feed systems and no modifica-
tions are recommended.
Long Term: N/A
Image 53: Co2 Tanks used for pH Control for both pools
Image 52: Lap Pool Chlorinator
Image 51: Leisure Pool Chlorinator
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5. CHEMICAL CONTROLLERS
Observations and Comments
The lap pool and the leisure pool both utilize a ded-
icated BecSYS 5 Chemical controller for each pool.
At the time of our review, one controller was missing
due to repairs.
Pool staff relayed that the current position of the
controller makes reading the controller monitor diffi-
cult. Ideally, the monitor should be mounted at the
eyelevel of pool staff. Typically, we see installations
where the monitor is 5’-6” to 6’-0” AFF.
Both controllers are lacking a flow switch (See Im-
age 56). A flow switch is necessary to monitor sys-
tem flow. When the pool recirculation pump is shut
down or loses power, the lack of flow through the
flow cell sends a signal to the controller to discontin-
ue chemical feed.
Recommendations:
Short Term: Add a particulate strainer or a Y-
Strainer on the intake side of the flow cell for each
controller
Estimate—$2,500
Short Term: Add a flow cell to each chemical con-
troller.
Estimate—$3,500
Short Term: Always keep extra sensor probes in
the event a probe failure occurs at an inopportune
time.
Estimate—$1,200
Long Term: N/A
Image 56: Flow Cell Recommendatfon
Image 55: Probe Chamber for Leisure Pool—No Flow Cell
Image 54: Chemical Controller for Leisure Pool.
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6. POOL HEATERS
Observations and Comments
The primary heating system for both pools is a gas-
fired central boiler feeding heat exchangers for both
pools. Each pool has a dedicated heat exchanger.
An older Raypak Pool heater is also provided for
supplemental heat for the pool water.
Pool staff relayed that the heat exchanger is of
questionable size. Based on the pool volumes and
the temperature demands during early and late sea-
son weeks the current primary and supplemental
heating systems should provide adequate heat out-
put. Of course below average temperature dips dur-
ing these times periods can have a significant im-
pact on capabilities of these systems.
Many of the pool heating system valves are located
as such that they are difficult to adjust without a lad-
der. Typically, when valves are located over 7-feet
above a finished floor, a chain operator installed to
assure the valve can be safely adjusted without the
use of a ladder.
Recommendations:
Short Term: Add chain operators to all valves locat-
ed over 7-feet above finished floor OR re-rout piping
so valve adjustments can be made without the use
of a ladder.
Estimate—$6,000
Long Term: If the current boiler is original to the
2007/2008 renovation, it is nearing the end of its life
span. Budgeting for future replacement should be
accounted for,
Estimate—$175,000
Image 59: Leisure Pool Heater Piping
Image 58: Gas Boiler for Lap and Leisure Pool Heat.
Image 57: Pool Heater for Supplemental Heat.
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F. OPINION OF PROBABLE COST
The following opinion of construction cost addresses the items identified in this report needing repair, replacement, or renova-
tion in association with the upcoming renovation.
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G. ATTACHMENT “A”
WATER TIGHTNESS TEST PROCEDURE
A. This test applies to the Lap Pool, Leisure Pool, Splashdown Pool, and both Surge Tanks. The water tightness test
shall be completed prior to the application of any new pool finishes. All pool piping should be capped or plugged
during this test.
B. Water Tightness Test Procedure
1. Fill: Fill and then isolate each pool. The water tightness test shall begin after the vessel has been filled for a mini-
mum of three (3) days. During the filling, all outlets shall be monitored for water tightness and all concrete joints
shall be monitored for any visible leakage. If any visible leakage from the vessel is observed, the condition shall
be corrected prior to the start of the test.
2. Evaporation/Precipitation Measurement Procedure
a. Fill a floating, restrained, partially filled, calibrated, open container with water and allow the container to float
within the pool during the testing period. This will be used to measure evaporation and precipitation.
3. Measurement
a. On a separate sheet of paper draw a sketch of the pool. Measurements shall be taken at the pool. Multiple
test points with averaging are recommended for vessels which will be exposed to wind. Document the sepa-
rate findings on the chart below. Repeat the measurements and document every 12 hours for a total of three
(3) days. The General Contractor shall check the pool for water loss with the Architect/Engineer or Owner’s
representative every 12 hours. Provide photo documentation of each measurement with the completed water
tightness report.
4. Total Loss = 7.481 x Structure Surface Area (SF) x Total Water Loss per Day (FT) – Evaporation per Day (FT) +
Precipitation per Day (FT)
Day #1 =
Day #2 =
Day #3 =
Total Allowable
Water Loss: Total Gallons: __________
(0.1%) x 0.001
= _____ Allowable Loss Pan Depth
Per 24 Hrs.
Pool
Measurements
Lap Pool Leisure Pool Splashdown
Pool
Surge Tanks Pan
Measurements
12 Hrs.
24 Hrs.
36 Hrs.
48 Hrs.
60 Hrs.
72 Hrs.
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G. ATTACHMENT “A” - Cont’d
5. Repair
a. The allowable leakage rate for an unlined pool structure shall not exceed 0.1 percent of the total water volume in a 24-
hour period. (Example: 0.001 x 200,000 gallon pool = 200 gallons per 24 hour period.) This excludes the loss/addition
of evaporation/precipitation.
6. Absorption
a. Waiting 3 days after the initial water fill will allow the concrete to absorb water and shall be sufficient to minimize the
effect of absorption on the test results.
7. If leaks are detected, contact a qualified pool contractor to provide an approach, procedures and cost for pool repairs.