City Council Study Session - 14 Sep 2026

The City Council Study Session of Englewood, Colorado, held on September 14, 2026, focused on several key topics including the presentation of the finalized Age Friendly Action Plan aimed at supporting older residents through community collaboration and resource navigation. The council discussed the water, sewer, and stormwater fund financial plans, including proposed rate increases and a shift to a three-tier inclining block rate structure for water usage, with detailed explanations of capital investments, funding gaps, and rate comparisons to other municipalities. The session also covered the city's approach to artificial intelligence (AI) use, emphasizing governance, accountability, vendor management, and transparency in AI applications across city departments. Council members raised questions about AI policy, data privacy, and the need for human oversight, particularly regarding AI-generated content and council meeting recaps. Additionally, reports from boards and commissions highlighted budget advisory committee activities, parks and recreation updates, and community satisfaction survey results, which showed improvements in safety and trust in government but noted challenges in affordable housing and traffic flow. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this session, but discussions on AI policy and utility rate structures may influence future procurement and budgetary actions.