The Loveland Voice

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Loveland deserves a local news source that is in-depth, reliable, and trustworthy. The Loveland Voice magazine team is diverse and led by women. As an online publication we are accessible, engaging and informative, and exist to be a source for all residents to understand how local politics impacts our lives. In addition to City Council votes and deep dives into pressing issues that impact all of u

s, TLV features local history, DIY craft tutorials, volunteer opportunities and events, because community is everything.

07/03/2024

Council is hearing public comment right now: lovgov.org/tv

06/27/2024

Hello good people! You may have noticed that The Loveland Voice has been quiet for some time. Life has required my attention elsewhere, and the same has been true for our awesome volunteers who host our community conversations. But we haven't disappeared!

Please keep an eye out for community conversations in the near future. Investigative reporting and fact-checking takes a lot of time, and it should, because truth and accuracy are essential to good journalism that you can depend on to make your own mind up about the issues that impact you.

Right? Right.

All of that so say: More soon! Until then, here is an intriguing addition to next week's City Council agenda from Jacki Marsh The People's Mayor:

- Jessica Schneider, Editor

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"Good Afternoon All, please add the following item to the Tuesday, 7/2, Agenda, under Council New Business.

Request for our Acting City Attorney to prepare Charter Amendments / Ballot Initiatives, for Council discussion and possible action, at the 8/6/24, City Council Meeting:
Create Term Limits for Mayor & Council Members of two, consecutive, Four Year Terms for all Elected Officials, reduce number of Council Members from current 8 Council Members to 6 Council Members; by having one Council Member elected from each of the four Wards and two Council Members elected at large. (Motion to approve Council discussion and possible approval at the 8/6/24 City Council Meeting)

Thank you,
Jacki"

It’s almost that time! Loveland City Council meets at 6 pm and the agenda is packed!Curious about the surprise move of t...
05/21/2024

It’s almost that time! Loveland City Council meets at 6 pm and the agenda is packed!

Curious about the surprise move of the Children’s Museum from Centerra South to Loveland Yards? Want to weigh in on decorum on Council? Do you support city funding to cover the cost of Councilors defending themselves in court? These are just a few of the items on tonight’s agenda.

The agenda packet and instructions for how to participate remotely or in person are here: https://cilovelandco.civicweb.net/document/460791/

P.S. Mark your calendars for an event at Kinston for an update re: Centerra South. (See image). Never a dull moment, eh?

Way to go Rainbow Collective Loveland! Thank you for making big space and big noise in support of our LGBTQIA+ community...
05/14/2024

Way to go Rainbow Collective Loveland! Thank you for making big space and big noise in support of our LGBTQIA+ community in Loveland.

Taking a step back to appreciate all our incredible contributors, supporters, and partners who make Loveland Pride shine. The dedication and collaboration of our community are truly heartwarming. We are honored to lead the charge in organizing this FREE community event that celebrates love and acceptance. Thank you to each and every one of you for your unwavering support of the LGBTQIAP+ community. Your efforts, big or small, make a world of difference. Let's continue spreading love and pride together!

🌈💖

It's almost that time! Loveland City Council meets for a special meeting starting at 6 p.m. Link to the agenda, here: ht...
04/09/2024

It's almost that time! Loveland City Council meets for a special meeting starting at 6 p.m. Link to the agenda, here: https://cilovelandco.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Org=Cal&Id=17382

Detailed instructions on how to participate are pasted from the agenda below. Note that these instructions frequently change so it is best to review the agenda for the specific meeting you wish to speak to.

🙅🏻‍♀️ 🥳 PRIZE ALERT! If you study the instructions for giving public comment and give public comment for the first time (in-person or remote), send a message with a link to your public comment and we will give you a three-month subscription to our substack, Behind the Voice: https://thelovelandvoice.substack.com/ 😎

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"Public Comment:

There are in-person and remote options for members of the public who would like to participate in Council meetings.

In-Person:
General Public Comment:

• Members of the public can speak to any item that is NOT an ordinance on the regular agenda. Members may also request that any item on the Consent Agenda labeled as quasi-judicial, be placed on the Regular Agenda for discussion and public comment or testimony.



• Individuals who wish to speak are asked to fill out a card provided in Chambers and give this to the City Clerk. The Mayor will call people up to comment in the order the cards were received. Cards are only required for the general public comment portion of the meeting. Each person will have three minutes to speak. Public comment is limited to residents of Larimer County, and individuals who own property or have business interests in the City.

• Individuals who wish to speak in-person but did not fill out a card may have a chance to comment once all in-person and online speakers who have registered are called on, if there is any time remaining. General Public Comment is limited to 60-minutes.



Regular Agenda Items:

• No cards are required for individuals wanting to provide public comment on items included on the Regular Agenda.

• If an individual comments on a Resolution item shown on the Regular Agenda during General Public Comment, no additional comment can be given once the item comes up for discussion on the Regular Agenda.

• Once a motion is made on an item shown on the Regular Agenda, the Mayor will ask for public comment. The Mayor will invite speakers to comment at that time. In-person comment will occur first, followed by online public comment.

Remote:


 Members of the public who wish to provide public comment remotely, can log in using the meeting ID provided above, or opening your meeting app or accessing the web browser and entering the Meeting ID shown above after 5:45 pm, at which time you will be muted and added to the meeting.

• Members of the public can also call 1 (719) 359-4580 and enter the meeting ID when prompted: 97537796504 # followed by the meeting passcode: 829866 #. If you would like to speak during public comment, please press *9. The moderator will call on the users’ last 4 digits of the phone number, and you will press *6 when called on by the moderator.

General Public Comment:

• Members of the public can speak to any item that is NOT an ordinance on the regular agenda. Members may also request that any item on the Consent Agenda labeled as quasi-judicial, be placed on the Regular Agenda for discussion and public comment or testimony.

• Remote Individuals who wish to speak are asked to register online at

lovgov.org/CouncilPublicComment by 12:00 noon on the day of the meeting. The Mayor will call on people to comment in the order the registrations were received. This will follow in-person comment. Online registration is only required for the General Public Comment portion of the meeting.

• To speak to an agenda item when public comment is called for, please choose the raise your hand feature on the application. The moderator will then individually unmute the speaker and the speaker will need to follow the moderator’s instructions before making comment. This will include turning on video. Each person will have three minutes to speak. The line will be muted at the end of the three minutes. Public comment is limited to residents of Larimer County, and individuals who own property or have business interests in the City.

• Individuals who wish to speak remotely but did not register may have a chance to comment once all in-person and online speakers who have registered are called on, if there is any time remaining. General Public Comment is limited to 60-minutes.

Regular Agenda Items:

• No online registration is required for individuals wanting to provide public comment on items included on the Regular Agenda.

• If an individual comments on a Resolution item shown on the Regular Agenda during General Public Comment, no additional comment can be given once the item comes up for discussion on the Regular Agenda.

• Once a motion is made on an item shown on the Regular Agenda, the Mayor will ask for public comment. The Mayor will invite speakers to comment at that time. In-person comment will occur first, followed by online public comment.

Members of the public wishing to have their comments emailed to City Council and published in the agenda packet may use the form provided at the link below. Comments sent to City Council before 5 p.m. on the Friday prior to the regular or special meeting will be included in the agenda packet. Comments provided after such time or at the meeting will be posted in the agenda packet after the meeting. https://www.lovgov.org/city-government/city-council/city-council-meetings/city-council-public-comment-form"

Exclusive, weekly insights into TLV's investigative reporting in and around Loveland, Colorado. Click to read Behind The Voice, a Substack publication. Launched 3 months ago.

03/29/2024

It's almost that time! City Council meets for a special meeting today (Friday) at 2 p.m.

There is one item on the agenda, after public comment which begins at 2:00 p.m.
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3.1. CITY COUNCIL

(presenter: Mayor Marsh)

REVIEWING THE FINDINGS OF SPECIAL COUNSEL’S AND POSSIBLE ACTION BY CITY:

The purpose of this item is to review the findings of Special Counsel’s and possible action by City Council.

This item was first heard at the March 26, 2024 City Council Special Meeting. At the March 26, 2024 Special Meeting, City Council scheduled another Special Meeting for March 29, 2024 to allow more time to review the Investigation Report, discuss the findings, and potentially take action.
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Read special Counsel's finds in the report available at this link: https://cilovelandco.civicweb.net/document/456583/The%20Gregory%20Law%20Firm,%20LLC%20Investigation%20Report.pdf?handle=F95EAFC71F5A45CC825918F3DBFF74DD

See the agenda for instructions for providing public comment and how to tune in remotely via zoom. You can also stream the meeting at lovgov.org/tv
https://cilovelandco.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Org=Cal&Id=17375

03/22/2024

Disabled, then Homeless?

What Happens When "The Village" Isn't Enough?

Excerpt: “Hey friends I am reaching out because I do need your support. I have lost my home and I have to relocate within 30 days.”
.. Surely my friend who is educated, disabled, and has advocated for herself and many others navigating housing and living with disabilities for many years couldn’t just… be made homeless?

There must be some kind of mistake."

Read the editorial:

https://thelovelandvoice.substack.com/p/disabled-then-homeless

03/19/2024

It’s almost that time! Loveland City Council meets at 6 pm. Instructions for providing public comment are available in the agenda: https://cilovelandco.civicweb.net/document/455797/

You can watch at home during the meeting livestream at lovgov.org/tv

03/13/2024

We're excited to announce we've partnered with Rainbow Collective Loveland and the Loveland Police Department to host our first in a series of Community Conversations. The first meeting will focus on experiences of the LGBTQIA+ community in Loveland and LPD. This will take place Wednesday, March 20th at 5:30pm. The location is 2525 W 1st St, Loveland - the Public Works Administration Building.

Community support opportunity (2 of 2):Buy new sneakers to help Thompson School District students with new shoes!Thank y...
03/12/2024

Community support opportunity (2 of 2):

Buy new sneakers to help Thompson School District students with new shoes!

Thank you for being awesome, Loveland!

We have two community needs we want to share! Here is how to help (1 of 2): "Loveland and Northern Colorado friends: Due...
03/12/2024

We have two community needs we want to share!

Here is how to help (1 of 2): "Loveland and Northern Colorado friends: Due to circumstances beyond her control, a dear friend of the Do Good Crew is being forced to move from her home. It's always scary to have to move, but imagine unexpectedly, while being disabled and not financially secure.

We are going to do what we do best and come together as a community for her."

Do you have something you want to donate to the garage sale? Or do you want to volunteer to help organize? Please contact me and I will put you in touch with the folks organizing this awesome event.

Maybe you just want to shop for some hot deals knowing your purchase is helping a neighbor in need!

Dearest Do Gooders, a community member needs our help.

Due to circumstances beyond her control, a dear friend of the Do Good Crew is being forced to move from her home. It's always scary to have to move, but imagine unexpectedly, while being disabled and not financially secure. We are going to do what we do best and come together as a community for her.

This weekend Do Good Colorado is proud to host a garage sale for our friend. If you would like to help her pack, clean, prepare for the move, or if you have items to donate to the sale or want to volunteer please message us and we will send you the link to Sign Up Genius.

Thanks to an amazing volunteer, The Loveland Voice has a new, upgraded site! We will continue to work to improve accessi...
03/07/2024

Thanks to an amazing volunteer, The Loveland Voice has a new, upgraded site! We will continue to work to improve accessibility and navigation. Thank you for your support, Loveland!

Our most recent community forum is now on our YouTube channel. Please watch and share. This conversation needs to contin...
03/03/2024

Our most recent community forum is now on our YouTube channel.
Please watch and share.
This conversation needs to continue.

Thank you to all who sat and spoke, and to those who came and engaged.
Truth in storytelling saves lives.

The Loveland Voice hosted this community conversation featuring Loveland City Councilor Erin Black, District Attorney Gordon McLaughlin, local residents and ...

02/28/2024

It's almost that time! Loveland City Council meets at 6 p.m. tonight. Agenda: https://cilovelandco.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Org=Cal&Id=17350

We will be watching the separation agreement for City Attorney Moses Garcia, as well as the discussion about re-establishing the Trust Commission (of which I was a member until I resigned in protest). - Jessica Schneider
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Instructions for providing public comment (from the agenda):

General Public Comment:

• Members of the public can speak to any item that is NOT an ordinance on the regular agenda. Members may also request that any item on the Consent Agenda labeled as quasi-judicial, be placed on the Regular Agenda for discussion and public comment or testimony.

• Individuals who wish to speak are asked to fill out a card provided in Chambers and give this to the City Clerk. The Mayor will call people up to comment in the order the cards were received. Cards are only required for the general public comment portion of the meeting. Each person will have three minutes to speak. Public comment is limited to residents of Larimer County, and individuals who own property or have business interests in the City.

• Individuals who wish to speak in-person but did not fill out a card may have a chance to comment once all in-person and online speakers who have registered are called on, if there is any time remaining. General Public Comment is limited to 60-minutes.

Regular Agenda Items:

• No cards are required for individuals wanting to provide public comment on items included on the Regular Agenda.

• If an individual comments on a Resolution item shown on the Regular Agenda during General Public Comment, no additional comment can be given once the item comes up for discussion on the Regular Agenda.

• Once a motion is made on an item shown on the Regular Agenda, the Mayor will ask for public comment. The Mayor will invite speakers to comment at that time. In-person comment will occur first, followed by online public comment.

Remote:

- Members of the public who wish to provide public comment remotely, can log in using the meeting ID provided above, or opening your meeting app or accessing the web browser and entering the Meeting ID shown above after 5:45 pm, at which time you will be muted and added to the meeting.

• Members of the public can also call 1 (719) 359-4580 and enter the meeting ID when prompted: 97537796504 # followed by the meeting passcode: 829866 #. If you would like to speak during public comment, please press *9. The moderator will call on the users’ last 4 digits of the phone number, and you will press *6 when called on by the moderator.

This was posted late last night, and I wanted to share again in case you missed it.This is a paid post, meaning you need...
02/25/2024

This was posted late last night, and I wanted to share again in case you missed it.

This is a paid post, meaning you need to subscribe or support The Loveland Voice on Substack or Patreon to access the full content.

It's been bugging me all day that I can't provide all that we do for free. Information should be accessible to all, right? We also have bills to pay, and "Behind the Voice," is an attempt to strike a balance between keeping The Loveland Voice free to all, and keeping the lights on.

That being said, I imagine you are trying to keep the lights on as well, and that doesn't mean you shouldn't have access to information we gather.

If you are unable to subscribe due to any circumstance, please send us a message and I will add you to the list. In exchange, I would appreciate if you share the post with your networks and support this work financially in the future if you are able.

Deal?

Knowledge is power! Have a powerful day.
-Jessica Schneider, Editor

https://open.substack.com/pub/thelovelandvoice/p/centerra-south-wait-what?r=2iqtky&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

How do you feel about the Centerra South reversal, Loveland?Here's an opinion piece I wrote yesterday about asking quest...
02/21/2024

How do you feel about the Centerra South reversal, Loveland?

Here's an opinion piece I wrote yesterday about asking questions and not getting straightforward answers. Seems appropriate to reshare. https://open.substack.com/pub/thelovelandvoice/p/on-asking-questions?r=2iqtky&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

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It's almost that time! City Council meets tonight at 6:00 p.m. Here is a link to the agenda that includes instructions f...
02/20/2024

It's almost that time! City Council meets tonight at 6:00 p.m. Here is a link to the agenda that includes instructions for how to provide public comment in person or remotely: https://cilovelandco.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Org=Cal&Id=17349

I wrote a bit about asking hard questions today. Please check it out, and join me in asking hard questions! https://open.substack.com/pub/thelovelandvoice/p/on-asking-questions?r=2iqtky&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

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Trans Day of Remembrance in Loveland this evening from @rainbow.collective.loveco Thank you to the organizers who made sure Loveland marked the day to remember those who have died for being their human selves. Thank you for saying their names. Thank you for including the community.

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