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Commissioner Welcome Packet 2025 Town of Monument Planning Commission ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS • STAFF DIRECTORY 3 • PLANNING ROSTER 4 • 2025/2026 PC CALENDAR 5 • OPENING STATEMENTS 6 • PC BYLAWS 7-17 • ROBERT’S RULES 18 - 22 • TOWN’S MISSION STATEMENT 23 • AGENDA SAMPLE 24 • LIST OF RESOURCES 25 • CIVIC CLERK GUIDE – HOW TO SIGN IN 26 - 29 • ZONING MAP & MAP LINKS 30 ---PAGE BREAK--- 3 STAFF DIRECTORY TOWN MANAGER • MADELINE VANDENHOEK DIRECTORS • Administration – LAURA HOGAN • Finance – JENNIFER PHILLIPS • Chief of Police – PATRICK REGAN • Public Works – TOM THARNISH • IT – WILL WILLAMS • Planning – DAN UNGERLEIDER Planning Staff Senior Planner – Maryam Moradian Planner I – Rey Medina Planning Technician – Brooke Holtz GIS Specialist – Connie Driedger ---PAGE BREAK--- 4 PLANNING ROSTER • Ray Egley - CHAIR - Reappointed 1/06/25 - Term 3 (Exp 12/31/26) • Corey Peterson - VICE CHAIR - Appointed 1/16/24 - Term 1 (Exp 12/31/25) • Cathy Green - MEMBER - Reappointed 1/16/2024 - Term 2 (Exp 12/31/25) • Donna Hatch - MEMBER - Appointed 1/06/25 - Term 1 (Exp 12/31/26) • Daniel Ours - MEMBER -Reappointed 1/06/25 - Term 3 (Exp 12/31/26) • John Parr - MEMBER - Appointed 7/7/25 - Term 1 (Exp 12/31/25) • Martin Trujillo - MEMBER - Reappointed 1/06/25 - Term 3 (Exp 12/31/26) • Valerie Baumer - Alternate Member - Appointed 8/04/2025 - Term 1 (Exp 8/04/2026) • Vacant Alternate Member - Open ---PAGE BREAK--- 5 ---PAGE BREAK--- 6 OPENING STATEMENTS MEETING PREAMBLE, by the Chair “Thank you all for attending tonight’s meeting. Before we begin, I would like to state that the Planning Commission meetings are open to the public in person and via a Microsoft TEAMS streaming application. All Planning Commission meeting information can be found on the Town of Monument website. The Planning Commission’s role is to conduct public hearings and to make recommendations for the Town Council regarding land use matters in the Town of Monument. Each Commissioner agrees to a non-partial, objective, and fair review which includes no pre-judgment of the project(s). Should a commissioner wish to disqualify him or herself for any conflicts of personal or financial interest in this matter before us tonight, please say so now. For those attending tonight who wish to provide comment on agenda items, you may speak to the Commission during the public comment sections of the agenda. Those who attend in person will be called upon first and are asked to come to the podium and sign in with your name and address. Those attending via Microsoft TEAMS, will be called upon next and are asked to utilize the “Raise your hand” option and unmute your microphone when called upon. We ask that if multiple people have the same comment, only one person speak on that same subject. Again, thank you for attending. We will now begin the meeting with Roll Call.” ---PAGE BREAK--- 7 ---PAGE BREAK--- 8 ---PAGE BREAK--- 9 ---PAGE BREAK--- 10 ---PAGE BREAK--- 11 ---PAGE BREAK--- 12 ---PAGE BREAK--- 13 ---PAGE BREAK--- 14 ---PAGE BREAK--- 15 ---PAGE BREAK--- 16 ---PAGE BREAK--- 17 ---PAGE BREAK--- 18 ROBERT’S RULES PDF & CHEAT SHEET ---PAGE BREAK--- 19 ---PAGE BREAK--- 20 ---PAGE BREAK--- 21 ---PAGE BREAK--- 22 ---PAGE BREAK--- 23 TOWN VISION STATEMENT AND STRATEGIC PRIORITIES Situated at the gateway to the Pikes Peak region, the Town of Monument stands out as a friendly, close-knit community that offers both a sense of small-town charm and access to the conveniences and amenities of modern living. In recent years, the popularity and opportunities available in this area of Colorado, including Monument, have resulted in significant growth and development. Amidst this change, the vision and commitment of the Town of Monument remains steady: To ensure a safe, welcoming and productive community that empowers individuals and families to prosper together and enjoy the quality lifestyle that they desire. Forecasting into the future, Monument will remain prepared and capable of balancing responsible growth and development while continually meeting the needs of its residents and preserving its unique small-town character all have come to admire and appreciate, including protecting the inspiring natural surroundings which the community values and respects. Because of our Vision, the Town of Monument will always do the following things: o Set conditions for responsible and thoughtfully planned community growth, while maintaining Monument’s small-town charm and appeal. o Protect Monument’s natural resources and beauty while enabling community enjoyment of open spaces and recreation opportunities. o Ensure cooperative, transparent and inclusive Town governance. o Deliver professional, high-quality town services that the community deserves and expects. o Consider the interests and perspective of Monument’s neighboring communities and residents. TOWN OF MONUMENT STRATEGIC PRIORITIES 2026-2028 ENSURE LONG TERM FINANCIAL HEALTH AND SUSTAINABILITY: Take steps to support long-range financial health, forecasting and sustainability to ensure efficient and resilient town services and invest in the Monument community. STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: Enhance community engagement, focused on strengthening communication and collaboration with Monument residents, neighboring communities and partners, and town administration. ENABLE RESPONSIBLE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: Establish clear and accountable plans, processes and procedures that create positive conditions for responsible and enduring community development and growth. REINFORCE A POSITIVE WORK CULTURE: Continue to promote a positive and professional work culture within the town administration that attracts and retains top talent and further enhances the high- quality services provided to the Monument community. ---PAGE BREAK--- 24 AGENDA SAMPLE ---PAGE BREAK--- 25 LIST OF RESOURCES • CH. 18 Land Development Code • Engineering Standards & Specifications • Improvements Agreement for Public/Private Development Project • Planning Commissioner Resources (Colorado Department of Public Affairs) • Taxation Information • Town Maps • Town of Monument (Roadway Design & Technical Criteria) These links viewable in PDF format or by visiting: ---PAGE BREAK--- 26 CIVIC CLERK GUIDE – HOW TO SIGN IN Go to: ---PAGE BREAK--- 27 ---PAGE BREAK--- 28 ---PAGE BREAK--- 29 ---PAGE BREAK--- 30 ZONING MAP & MAP LINKS