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The Mission of the Town of Estes Park is to provide high-quality, reliable services
for the benefit of our citizens, guests, and employees, while being good stewards
of public resources and our natural setting.
The Town of Estes Park will make reasonable accommodations for access to Town services,
programs, and activities and special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities.
Please call(970)577-4777. TDD available.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES-TOWN OF ESTES PARK
BE HELD VIRTUALLY
Tuesdav, Mav 12, 2020
7:00 p.m.
Board Room— 170 MacGregor Avenue
Estes Park, CO 80517
The Town Board of Trustees will participate in the meeting remotely due to the Declaration of
Emergency signed by Town Administrator Machalek on March 19, 2020 related to COVID-19
and provided for with the adoption of Ordinance 04-20 on March 18, 2020.
Options for the Public to Participate Remotely and Provide Public Input:
1. Bv Public Comment Form or Electronic Mail: Members of the public may provide public
comment or comment on a specific agenda item by completing the Public Comment form
found at or sending an email to
townclerk@estes.org. The form email must be received by 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 12,
2020. All emails will be provided to the Board for consideration during the agenda item and
added to the final packet.
2. Bv Telephone Messaqe: Members of the public may provide public comment or comment
on a specific agenda item by calling (970) 577-4773. The calls must be received by 12:00
p.m., Tuesday, May 12, 2020. All calls will be transcribed and provided to the Board for
consideration during the agenda item and added to the final packet.
3. The meeting will be using Google Hangouts which provides for closed captioning of the
meeting.
4. The Town Board meetings will be livestreamed at www.estes.orq/videos. The meeting will
be posted at www.estes.orq/videos within 48 hours of the meeting.
5. No public attendance at this meeting.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
(Any person desiring to participate, please join the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance).
AGENDA APPROVAL.
PUBLIC COMMENT. (Please state your name and address).
TOWN BOARD COMMENTS/ LIAISON REPORTS.
TOWN ADMINISTRATOR REPORT.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Bills.
2. Town Board Minutes dated April 28, 2020 and Special Town Board Minutes dated May
1, 2020.
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�:�: 3. Approve the Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) Grant Agreement for the Big
Thompson River Recreational and Picnic Area. Staff requests continuation to May 26,
2020.
4. Letter of Support for the 2020 BUILD Grant for Big Thompson River Channel Work
and Bridge Replacement.
5. Construction Agreement for 2020 Chip and Crack Seal Program with Vance Brothers,
Inc. for$233,200, Budgeted.
6. Resolution 26-20 Colorado the Beautiful Grant Agreement for Fall River Trail
Construction with Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
7. Purchase of Two Bucket Trucks for Power and Communication for $431,065,
Budgeted.
REPORTS AND DISCUSSION ITEMS: (Outside Entities).
1. LARIMER COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT UPDATE.
Public Health Director Gonzales.
2. ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK REOPENING VISITOR ACCESS
STRATEGY. Superintendent Sidles.
LIQUOR ITEMS:
�%� 1. NEW HOTEL AND RESTAURANT LIQUOR LICENSE FILED BY SUNNY ACRE
CORPORATION DBA THE EGG OF ESTES, 393 E ELKHORN AVENUE, ESTES
PARK, CO 80517. Town Clerk Williamson.
Staff requests continuation to May 26, 2020.
ACTION ITEMS:
1. RESOLUTION 27-20 SUSPENDING 2020 PARKING FEES. Manager Solesbee.
2. RESOLUTION 28-20 CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL FUNDS
FOR LOCAL SMALL BUSINESS ASSISTANCE. Assistant Town Administrator
Damweber.
REPORTS AND DISCUSSION ITEMS:
%� 1. DISCUSS POTENTIAL REVISIONS TO ORDINANCE 07-20 TO ADDRESS EATING
AND DRINKING. Board Discussion.
ADJOURN.
NOTE: The Town Board reserves the right to consider other appropriate items not available at the time the agenda was
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End of Life Discussion
Kay Rosenthal <epltr@aol.com> Sun, May 10, 2020 at 11:43 AM
HI,
Thanks again for sharing our virtual input at the meeting:)
I appreciate the ability to share my thoughts and be part of the discussion.
It is my understanding that the residents of Estes voted in support of offering End of Life assistance.
As a Registered Nurse, I am very much in support of providing these services locally for persons who need/want
assistance.
Former EP Nursing positions include:
Director of Nursing and Assistant Administrator, Estes Park Medical Center
Director of Nursing, Harmony Foundation Inc. Estes Park
Senior Public Health Nurse, Larimer County Department of Health and Environment- Estes Park
I am wondering if Larimer County and/or the town have thoughts about how and when to reopen the churches for in
person services, I have church members asking for guidance.
As you know most of the people who walk and shop downtown are also eating as they walk or sit along the sidewalks.
I would like to hear a discussion regarding people eating ice cream, popcorn, etc. and drinking while downtown with
the mask ordinance. Perhaps it would be possible to request that no one sell ice cream and that other food items that
are allowed to be sold the customer is asked to refrain from eating/drinking while downtown i.e, purchases could be
eaten in their car, in their accommodation or at home.
Even with masks I am still concerned about proper social distancing. Perhaps closing Elkhorn Ave so that people will
have more space to walk would help spread us out a bit. I don't think that would help with the eating issue but it would
help with social distancing.
Thank you,
Kay Rosenthal PhD, RN
690 Pinewood Drive EP, CO
Reopen Estes Park Businesses and Rocky Mountain National Park
Melissa Strong <melissa@birdandjim.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:47 PM
Hello,
We are all terrified with the tone the town of Estes Park and the message that many residents are putting forth that
they want to keep Rocky Mountain National Park, restaurants and other businesses closed or limited.
There is absolutely no way restaurants can wait to open until June, mid-June, July or any later. Take us for example,
Bird &Jim, an independent restaurant locally owned and operated in Estes Park, Colorado. Our PPP started April 16
it ends June 13 how am I supposed to hire back full-time equivalent employees and have a functioning restaurant if
we are not allowed to open. Despite the PPP time frame, restaurants or any business cannot be shut down for three
plus months, have 90% revenue loss, expected to pay bills, and then just reopen and function at 30%-50% capacity—
the math, the formula does not work for any business and expecting any business to do so is negligent and
impossible. You will shut many of your businesses down for good if you don't allow businesses to open.
Waiting to open is not going to change or solve any COVID-19 issues—will Covid be gone in weeks/months? No. Will
the curve be flatter? Maybe but then we open (because we have to at some point), the same results that would
happen by opening now that will happen if we wait for weeks or months. Will we have accurate and ample testing and
contact tracing in weeks/months? No. So why wait? I am assuming it is to appease people who are scared because
if we open now or in months COVID-19 will still be here. These are scary times and we either shut the entire United
Stated down until we have a vaccine or open the economy and live with COVID-19 until we have a vaccine. People
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can stay safe at home while others can choose to participate in the economy. I do not want to harm my employees,
community or customers. We will take every precaution imaginable to keep all people that want to dine out safe as
well as our employees. People cannot expect us to run our business at a 90% loss for three months especially with
the aid coming from the CARES Act not working in conjunction with operating a mostly closed/limited business.
2000 people in Estes have lost jobs. Opening businesses and the National Park will help put them back to
work. Restaurants cannot sustain take out and delivery when 20-30 restaurants are attempting to cater to a town of
9000 with 2000 unemployed and at least a 1000 not interested in dining out.
Please do not make this mistake of keeping restaurants and the National Park closed.
melissa(a�birdandiim.com
Bird &Jim
birdandiim.com
Town COVID policies
David LaSalle <dlasalle@rmhclub.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:06 PM
Dear Estes Park Leaders,
I respectfully request that Town of Estes Park policies remain consistent with Larimer County and State of Colorado
policies. I am not engaged in a tourism-dependent business but so many of our fellow residents are. Enacting
policies that are more restrictive the county or state guidelines disproportionately injures Estes business owners who
serve our guests. Those guests fuel the quality of life in this town.
Specifically, please remove the requirement to wear masks outside. This can be done even while encouraging the
wear of masks, as long as recommended by health authorities, when within 6 feet of others not in your
household. The data is pretty clear that the risk of viral infection outside when only momentarily passing others, is
tiny.
While I recognize the decision is not the Town's to make, please advocate for the sensible re-opening of Rocky
Mountain National Park when the park staff can perform their normal duties safely and effectively.
Thank you.
David LaSalle,
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If Estes Park wants to be a retirement community, then so be it. But(Behold the Underlying Truth), it is the
retirement communities that are hit the hardest. That's right,the very communities where you only come to
see a loved one or a friend,where the only people are those who are charged with your care. Yet, it is there
that we see the greatest losses.
Stop with fear! Don't embrace reactions to fear mongering. Welcome people getting out in the Sun, where
the virus can't live long. Welcome fresh air, welcome people without making them feel like criminals because
they made the mistake of driving up to Estes,thinking there is beauty to behold but instead encounter police
enforcement for masks they may not have with them.
Fear immobilizes us and we can only hope to survive. Living, exercising, enjoying the sunshine are the best
General Public Comment 5/11/2020 4:16:12 PM Benjamin Cvetkovich probability for survival, embrace it and stop with fear!!!
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Ordinance 07-20
Needs altered substantially or scrapped.
1. Larimer County ordinances more appropriately cover most aspects of this hastily written order.
2.There should be no fines 4 outside mask noncompliance. We do not need a club over our heads and EP officers do
not need to be spending their time on this.
3. People buy things to eat and drink iand will eat them and this will obviously be an infraction
4.Workers downtown need fresh air on their breaks.
5 No commonsense to 24/7 mandatory masks. Larimer Cty says a mask SHOULD(not shall)be worn when social
distancing can't be done.
6.The compliance to date is only about 50-60%and it is not likely to even reach 80%.That means it is a bad law.
7. The masks do nothing outside. Hand washing stations would do much more. People touch their masks all the time
and then contaminate everything they touch.
Boyette 8. Causes disrespect for this law and those who make it and enforce it. This carries over to other areas and breeds
5/12/2020 6:41 AM Other Williams contempt.
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General Public Comments
Business Community is Ready to Welcome Visitors
Arnold, Danielle <DARNOL4@amfam.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 4:19 PM
To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing this on behalf of all business owners in the Estes Valley with regard to the ability to open commerce and
begin welcoming visitors to our community. The bottom line premise of closing was to curb the virus' affect to our
community. However, these decisions should not be made only with medical concerns in the forefront but the
economic side of the coin must also be taken into consideration. Economically this town has and will continue to
suffer significantly if not allowed to open to the fullest extent of the order. Locking down a town that relies on tourist
trade for the majority of its economic health is the beginning of the end. The majority of our businesses do not have
the ability to sustain months of lost income during their peak season. Yes, the government has offered some help but
it is not enough. The only way to right the boat is to allow commerce to flow. I urge you to push for the opening of the
park and begin promoting visitors to the fullest extent available in an effort to save our community. My greatest fear is
a town full of shuttered store fronts and out of business signs. We have promoted significant tourism for years. We
have marketed and planned for increased visitor traffic. The business sector of this town is ready to face the
challenge of reopening. They are urging you to help them save their businesses, their lively hoods, their
dreams. Without the business framework this town will die. We will run out of funding. Our schools will suffer. Our
families will suffer. Our community will suffer.
Be a promoter of good sound business practices and a role model on how to reactivate an economy after the
pandemic. Show the state how to reopen safely and successfully. Help save our town, our workforce, our
community, and our future.
Sincerely,
Danielle Arnold
Opening estes
EstesPark Brewery <epbrewery@epbrewery.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 5:13 PM
I have lived here for 32 years and would like to live here and work here a lot longer. Please open Estes so we can at
least have a chance to pay our bills. Thank you for your consideration
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Dont close Estes!
Ann Marie <blissfulbrine@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 5:16 PM
Hello,
My name is Ann marie, I have been a Colorado native my whole life. I currently live in Longmont but do alot of work
for people in Estes Park. I normally do not voice my opinion over matters like this because I always feel it will go
unheard. The people of Estes Park are already hurting so bad from this pandemic, closing the town down would put
so many families out of income and business. It would ruin tourism, income and start to unravel a sad chain of
events. Please don't let this pandemic ruin more lives than it already has.
Thank you,
Ann Marie
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Please keep Estes Park open (use social distancing and masks)
Lori Gama <lorianngama@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 5:38 PM
Please keep Estes Park open (use social distancing and masks).
Use street barriers.
Business owners can't hang on much longer.
Thank you very much.
Sincerely,
Lori Gama
Opening Estes Park
PHYLLIS JACKSON <PJACKSON-HOME@comcast.net> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 5:56 PM
I am writing to say I would like the park opened to the public. The people who own these small businesses need to
survive, and without the businesses open, they might have to close their doors forever. Please consider"opening"
Estes Park.
My son and his wife live in Louisville (CO), and when visiting them we always come up to Estes. We love this area!
Thank you
Phyllis Jackson
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Open for business
Sally Robertson <jandorobertsonventures@gmail.com> Tue, May 12, 2020 at 5:44 AM
Business owners in the Estes valley must get back to work. The retired town people cannot hold us hostage any
longer , by insisting that we keep tourists away and keep rocky closed.open the park , take away the outside mask
ordinance. Stop cowering inside , hiding from it makes us weaker and it stronger. Soon civil disobedience thst is
occurring in some places will happen everywhere. You can't stop the world. Ease up and let people be cautious on
their own terms. Oliver and Jayne Robertson Dripping Springs Resort. 30 year residents and business owners. We
don't want to loose our home and business now.
EP Trustee Board: Public Comment for the Trustee Board Meeting of 2020-05-12
qwerty <qwerty7@xmission.com> Tue, May 12, 2020 at 9:29 AM
EP Trustee Board: Public Comment for the Trustee Board Meeting of 2020-05-12:
Blake Robertson, 471 MacGregor Ave
1) EP retail stores SHALL comply with the EP order on face coverings or risk having their BUSINESS LICENSE
immediately suspended or revoked. This is not a matter of financial solvency but of PUBLIC HEALTH AND
SAFETY. Most of the EP retail stores are geared towards TOURISTS as their customers and not locals, with some
noted exceptions, i.e., Safeway, EP Lumber, Park Supply, Gas Stations, etc. When a retail store employee or owner
states that wearing a face covering is wrong or is not necessary they are saying that OTHER PEOPLES' LIVES DO
NOT MATTER. Retail establishments that have this attitude that LIVES OF OTHERS DO NOT MATTER should have
their BUSINESS LICENSE revoked. A business license is not a RIGHT but a PRIVILEGE granted from the many,
i.e., GOVERNMENT AS AGENTS OF THE CONSTITUENT CITIZENS, to the few and if the few for self-interest
financial gain want to use said privilege to place the many at increased risk for health and safety issues, i.e., COVID-
19, then they SHALL lose their PRIVILEGE. There is NO FIRST AMENDMENT RIGHT here to have a business
license just as there is NO FIRST AMENDMENT RIGHT TO SHOUT 'FIRE' IN A CROWDED MOVIE THEATER
without a fire!
2)The closing of Elkhorn Ave from E. Riverside to Tregent Park to enhance `social distancing' is a well reasoned
concept. The closing of the roadway may require, in part, consent from CDoT. The use of Rockwell as the alternative
route to the west from E Riverside intersection would accommodate west bound traffic flow and east bound flow from
the west end of Moraine would be routed on the 'east bound leg of the LOOP project path'. Placing `stop signs' at the
Elkhorn/Moraine/ Big Horn intersection would allow for control of this north/south route and allow pedestrian foot
traffic passage across said intersection. The closure would be time-based, e.g., Closed Friday 12 noon to Sunday 7
P.M. and open to normal traffic flow all other times. Yes, this will require the Town to setup and take down barricades
and signs and have increased police presence. The closing would also require that there are no vehicles parked in
the 'close Elkhorn Ave zone' during the specified time.
3) RESOLUTION 28-20 CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR LOCAL SMALL
BUSINESS ASSISTANCE. Additional moneys SHOULD NOT be provided until the Town can fully answers the
questions that were presented to last Trustee Board meeting. Town administrator, Travis Machelek, provided
answers to the comments made via email (a copy of Travis Machelek reply is attached, 2020-05-02 Answers to EP
TB questions):
• Comment#5 question was posed as"Why is EDC better suited that (sic than) either the Town or local
Banks/credit unions". The answer as you can see below is a non-answer ... `it is the process'.
• Comment#8 (sic 8.1)question was posed about security and privacy of the information collected for the
Town grant funds. The answer is below and you can see that the Town administrator is saying that the Town does
not`have a dog in this fight and does not care'. Yet the Town is providing the funds to attract applicants for the loans
and has no real interest in how the fund dispersement process is handled ... no oversight, no accountability, no
responsibility. Is this the way the Town should handle grants?
• Comment#8 (sic 8.2)question was posed as "Who is performing compliance on the EDC (sic grant)with
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respect to security and privacy of the information ...". The real answer is that NO ONE is providing compliance ...
• Comment#9 question was posed as "Who is monitoring EDC from the Town to ensure that ... financial
assistance is being disbursed in a fair and even-handed manner with any form of bias, prejudice, or discrimination".
The real answer is is that NO ONE is monitoring EDC funds disbursement process.
Until the Town has performed and provided an audit of the previous grant funds answering the comments made at the
last TB meeting and has shared the audit results in a complete and transparent way the ADDITIONAL LOCAL SMALL
BUSINESS ASSISTANCE should NOT BE APPROVED or if approved with the condition that an audit being
performed and provided within 30 days.
Attachment
Open Estes Park for business!
Jesse Ramos <jesseramos@icloud.com> Tue, May 12, 2020 at 10:11 AM
Respectfully,
Jesse Tembrevilla Ramos
Business opening debate
macdonaldbooks@aol.com <macdonaldbooks@aol.com> Tue, May 12, 2020 at 10:32
AM
Estes Park Town Board
May 12, 2020
I am a business and family property owner on Elkhorn Avenue for over one Century. Personally for forty nine
years. Also, I am 84 years old, and not able to be really active anymore, outside my business.
I am not thinking only of myself and the older retired type people. We can take all kinds of precautions if that is our
choice. I am thinking, and advocating for business people who employ others, pay their bills, and do not wish lose
everything. Many precautions can be used to have at least some semblance of business activity, with needed
changes and alterations as things develop.
Thank you for your attention;
Paula Steige
support my family, support estes park
Stacy Ash <stacybakerash@gmail.com> Tue, May 12, 2020 at 10:41 AM
Hello,
please voice your support for my family by allowing Estes Park to reopen to the fullest extend allowed by state health
guidelines. My job determines if I can continue to live in Estes Park, my job determines if I can feed my family, my job
determines if I can continue to have insurance.
Our business community is ready to welcome visitors. My job and the jobs of many others, depend on this.
Stacy K. Ash
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True Recovery
Jamie Palmesano <jame919@aol.com> Tue, May 12, 2020 at 11:58 AM
Dear Mayor, Trustees, and Town Administrator,
IYs crazy to think of how many things have transpired since the last time you came together. I urge you, as you
reconvene tonight, please take a moment to pause and lay the groundwork for gratitude. It has become clear to me in
the past 12 days, that we have much for which to be grateful. We have a citizenry that truly cares about the health
and well-being of their neighbors. We have a business community that is ready and willing to fight for this town's
survival. We, as the people of Estes Park, have not succumbed to apathy, despair, or hopelessness. On the
contrary, we have seen citizens rise up with strong voices to protect and preserve this community from a standpoint of
physical health, mental health, and economic health. Furthermore, we have heard the sentiments of hundreds of
visitors who love this land and want to see Estes Park thrive for years to come. If we can simply remember the great
blessings that have been bestowed upon us here, recognize this extraordinary place is ours to steward well, and
come together with a united purpose in achieving a balance for the whole health of our town, we will be on the road to
true recovery. We look to you to lead the way. Thank you for your service.
With respect,
Jamie Palmesano
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Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, April 28, 2020
Minutes of a Regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes
Park, Larimer County, Colorado. Meeting held in the Town Hall and Virtually
in said Town of Estes Park on the 28t"day of April 2020.
Present: Todd Jirsa, Mayor
Ron Norris, Mayor Pro Tem
Trustees Carlie Bangs
Eric Blackhurst
Marie Cenac
Patrick Martchink
Ken Zornes
Also Present: Travis Machalek, Town Administrator
Jason Damweber, Assistant Town Administrator
Dan Kramer, Town Attorney
Jackie Williamson, Town Clerk
Absent: None ��
Mayor Jirsa called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and all desiring to do so, recited the
Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA APPROVAL.
It was moved and seconded (Zornes/Martchink) to approve the Agenda, and it
passed unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS.
Any public comment for the meeting was provided by email or transcribed voice
messages through the Town Clerk's office and added to the final packet.
TRUSTEE COMMENTS.
Trustee Bangs stated the American Legion has served over 3,300 meals to the
community since the meal program began.
Mayor Pro Tem Norris thanked the citizens, board members and staff for the past eight
years of working together to make Estes Park a better place.
Trustee Zornes thanked the outgoing board members, Mayor Jirsa, Mayor Pro Tem
Norris and Trustee Blackhurst for their service to the community. He stated the Larimer
County Behavioral Health crisis fund would accept grant applications through April 29,
2020 for the $100,000 allocated for mental health programs addressing COVID-19. The
grants would be reviewed at their next meeting on May 4'n
Trustee Blackhurst thanked the board members for their service to the citizens of Estes
Park.
TOWN ADMINISTRATOR REPORT.
Administrator Machalek thanked the outgoing board members for their service to the
community and stated staff appreciation for their service.
Administrator Machalek presented the organizational chart as required by Board Policy
3.13 after each biennial election. He stated the chart contains no significant changes
from the approved chart in 2019. The presented chart would be updated to add
Dispatch under the Police department.
1. CONSENT AGENDA:
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1. Bills.
2. Town Board Minutes dated April 14, 2020.
3. Resolution 22-20 Regional Broadband Staffing Intergovernmental Agreement for
Cost Sharing Broadband Technical and Network Services.
4. Appointments to the Estes Park Housing Authority:
• Dan Centurione, 5-year term beginning May 13, 2020, expiring May 13, 2025.
• Eric Blackhurst, 5-year term beginning May 13, 2020, expiring May 13, 2025.
It was moved and seconded (Bangs/Cenac) to approve the Consent Agenda
Items, and it passed with Trustee Blackhurst abstaining.
2. ACTION ITEMS:
1. 2020 STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACTS AND UPDATE. Town Administrator
Machalek presented a revised 2020 Strategic Plan which addresses the
proposed amended budget due to the fiscal impacts of COVID-19. The
revisions also include a number of items which were not funded in the original
adopted 2020 budget. The changes would bring the Strategic Plan into
alignment with the Town's revised fiscal position.
Trustee Blackhurst questioned staff bringing forward the revisions to the
Strategic Plan as the plan is the responsibility of the Town Board. Trustee
Cenac stated agreement, however, understood these are special
circumstances. Trustee Norris commented the concerns raised are valid but
the Town must focus on reserving cash, protecting the citizens and focus on
programs to protect the citizens.
It was moved and seconded (Cenac/Bangs) to approve the amended 2020
Strategic Plan, and it passed unanimously.
2. RESOLUTION 23-20 SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS.
Director Hudson stated in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and the impact it has
had globally on the local, regional and national level, the Town has reviewed
the direct impact on sales tax returns. He provided an overview of the
proposed budget reductions by fund, with a specific focus on the General fund
as it accounts for 67% of the Town's operating revenues. Revenue projections
were also amended to address the closure of businesses and the unknown
impact on revenues as the State begins to open non-essential businesses. The
Enterprise funds, Power and Communication and Water, have projected a 15%
decrease for the billing months of April, May, June and July. The overall 2020
revised budget contains a 42.8% reduction from the original budget for a total of
$5.7 million reduction in the General fund. The proposed reductions provide
the Town with the financial ability to see how the summer may be impacted by
the pandemic; however, further reduction may be needed. The Town has
enacted a hiring freeze for all positions with the exception of public safety, and
has reduced the number of seasonal hires. Additional adjustments to staffing
have not been necessary at this time and would negatively impact the Town's
ability during recovery as it prepares the community for visitation. The revised
budget would only use approximately 4.1% of the emergency reserves and
provide an ending fund balance of 20.9% projected fund balance at the end of
2020.
Board discussion followed and has been summarized: Trustee Blackhurst
stated concern with the revised budget because of expenses which remain
such as $500,000 for a street sweeper. He suggested such items should be
removed from the budget to ensure the Town's personnel are protected. He
stated funds set aside for projects, contracts, vehicle purchase, etc. should be
removed from the budget and considered by the new Board. Mayor Pro Tem
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Norris stated the purchases and projects remain in the budget but are on hold
at this time. He stated the Board has discretion to cut items moving forward.
Administrator Machalek clarified the items remain in the budget to allow the
Town departments to move forward on projects such as vehicle purchase,
intersection improvements, IT expenses, etc. to allow staff to move forward if
the budget allows and not to lose sight of the items. Staff would come back to
further revise the budget if staff has under estimated the impacts on revenues.
After further discussion, it was moved and seconded (Norris/Cenac) to
approve Resolution 23-20, and it passed with Trustee Blackhurst voting "No".
3. RESOLUTION 24-20 GOCO GRANT AGREEMENT FOR THE THUMB OPEN
SPACE PURCHASE. Supervisor Berg stated the Town Board approved the
GOCO grant application on December 10, 2019, and the Town was awarded
$350,000 on March 12, 2020. Approval of the grant agreement would require
the Town to purchase the property within two years and contribute $171,700 in
funds from the Open Lands fund and $70,000 from the Conservation Trust
fund. After further discussion, it was moved and seconded (Bangs/Martchink)
to approve Resolution 24-20, and it passed unanimously.
4. RESOLUTION 25-20 COMMUNITY RELIEF FUND AWARD AGREEMENT.
Assistant Town Administrator Damweber requested Board ratification of a
service agreement which awarded $150,000 in Community Relief funds from
the General fund to the Estes Park Economic Development Corporation and
the Estes Chamber of Commerce to provide financial assistance to local
businesses resulting from COVID-19. These funds are a portion of the
$250,000 in community relief funds approved by the Board at their special
meeting on March 18, 2020. He stated the two entities have submitted a
second request for an additional $150,000 due to the need demonstrated
during the first-round requests. The Resolution also addressed a change order
to the initial agreement to allow all $150,000 to be placed in one fund to be
used as the needs are determined in the grant application process, rather than
$100,000 for employee retention/payroll assistance and $50,000 for business
maintenance.
Trustee Blackhurst stated the new Town Board should consider the second
request for additional funding.
It was moved and seconded (Blackhurst/Cenac) to approve Resolution 25-
20 ratifying the contract with the Estes Park Economic Development
Corporation and the Estes Chamber of Commerce and to approve the
change order, and it passed unanimously.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF MAYOR JIRSA, MAYOR PRO TEM NORRIS AND
TRUSTEE BLACKHURST. Town Administrator Machalek acknowledged each member
and thanked them for the services to the community.
Mayor Jirsa called a break at 8:40 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:50 p.m.
SWEARING-IN CEREMONY FOR NEWLY-ELECTED MAYOR AND TRUSTEES
Judge Thrower conducted a swearing in ceremony virtually for newly elected Mayor
Wendy Koenig and Trustees Barbara MacAlpine, Patrick Martchink and Cindy
Younglund.
REVISED AGENDA APPROVAL.
It was moved and seconded (Cenac/Bangs) to approve the addition of an Action
Item to consider a Special Town Board meeting to discuss an emergency
ordinance, and it passed unanimously.
3. ACTION ITEMS:
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1. MAYOR PRO TEM.
It was moved and seconded (Bangs/Cenac) to approve the appointment of
Trustee Martchink as Mayor Pro Tem, and the motion passed unanimously.
2. TOWN BOARD POLICY 101 —BOARD ASSIGNMENTS.
Policy Governance 101 Board Appointments outline the appointments to a
number of Boards, Commissions and Task forces. The following were
considered by the Board for formal approval and appointment:
_.. . . . . . . .- . .
Estes Park Planning Trustee MacAlpine Randy Hunt Advisory/Decision Making
Commission
Estes Park Board of Trustee MacAlpine Randy Hunt Decision making
Adjustment
� Western Heritage Inc. � Trustee Cenac � n/a � Outside �
Estes Park Museum Derek Fortini Outside
Friends&Foundation Inc.
� Ambassadors � � Teri Salerno � Outside �
� Police Auxiliary � Trustee Younqlund � Wes Kufeld � Working Group �
� Parks Advisory Board � Trustee Cenac � Brian Berq � Advisory �
Transportation Advisory Trustee Bangs Greg Muhonen Advisory
Committee
Estes Valley Restorative Trustee Bangs Denise Lord Working Group
Justice
Estes Park Board of Trustee MacAlpine Randy Hunt Advisory/Decision Making
Appeals
� Sister Cities � Trustee MacAlpine � n/a � Working Group �
Famil Adviso Board Trustee Youn lund Jason Damweber
. . :.. . � ... -. . .- . .
Audit Committee Mayor Koenig Advisory
Mayor Pro Tem Travis Machalek
Martchink Duane Hudson
Trustee MacAlpine
Colorado Association of Primary Voting— n/a Outside
Ski Towns(CAST) Mayor Koenig
Alt Voting-
Administrator
Machalek
Platte River Power Mayor Koenig Reuben Bergsten Outside
Authority Board of
Directors
Larimer County Open Trustee Cenac n/a Outside
Lands Board
Estes Park Economic Trustee Martchink n/a Outside
Development Corporation &Administrator
Board of Directors Machalek
Local Marketing District Mayor Koenig n/a Outside
(Visit Estes Park) Trustee Cenac
Larimer County Solid Trustee Zornes n/a Outside
Waste Policy Council
Regional Transportation Trustee Martchink n/a Outside
Infrastructure Funding
Task Force
Larimer County Trustee Zornes n/a Outside
Behavioral Health Policy
Council
It was moved and seconded (Martchink/Younglund) to approve the
revisions to Policy 101 Board of Trustees Division of Responsibilities, and
it passed unanimously.
3. STAFF APPOINTMENTS.
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It was moved and seconded (Cenac/Zornes) to approve the appointments
of Jackie Williamson as Town Clerk, Duane Hudson as Town
Treasurer/Town Clerk Pro Tem, Dan Kramer as Town Attorney, David
Thrower as the Municipal Judge, Teresa Albao as the Assistant Municipal
Judge and Travis Machalek as the Town Administrator, and it passed
unanimously.
4. CONTRACT WITH DAVID THROWER FOR MUNICIPAL JUDGE SERVICES.
Town Clerk Williamson presented a two (2) year contract for Municipal Judge
services with David Thrower beginning April 28, 2020 and expiring on April 26,
2022. All conditions of the previous contract approved in 2018 have been
included in the proposed contract.
5. CONTRACT WITH TERESA ABLAO FOR ASSISTANT MUNICIPAL JUDGE
SERVICES. Town Clerk Williamson presented a two (2) year contract for
Assistant Municipal Judge services with Teresa Ablao beginning April 28, 2020
and expiring on April 26, 2022. All conditions of the previous contract approved
in 2018 have been included in the proposed contract.
It was moved and seconded (Zornes/Martchink) to approve the contracts
with David Thrower as Municipal Judge and Teresa Ablao as Assistant
Municipal Judge, and it passed unanimously.
6. SETTING A SPECIAL MEETING. Mayor Koenig requested the Board set a
special meeting to consider an emergency ordinance to require face
coverings/masks. It was moved and seconded (MacAlpine/Bangs) to
approve a Special Town Board meeting on May 1, 2020, and it passed
unanimously.
Whereupon Mayor Koenig adjourned the meeting at 9:13 p.m.
Wendy Koenig, Mayor
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Jackie Williamson, Town Clerk
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UPDATED 05-11-2020
Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, May 1, 2020
Minutes of a Special meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes
Park, Larimer County, Colorado. Meeting held in the Town Hall and Virtually in
said Town of Estes Park on the 1 St day of May, 2020.
Present: Wendy Koenig, Mayor
Patrick Martchink, Mayor Pro Tem
Trustees Carlie Bangs
Marie Cenac
Barbara MacAlpine
Cindy Younglund
Ken Zornes
Also Present: Travis Machalek, Town Administrator
Jason Damweber, Assistant Town Administrator
Dan Kramer, Town Attorney
Jackie Williamson, Town Clerk
Absent: None.
Mayor Koenig called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. and all desiring to do so, recited
the Pledge of Allegiance.
ACTION ITEMS:
1. TO CONSIDER AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO FACE
COVERINGS. The meeting began with a discussion on the potential recusal of Mayor
Pro Tem Martchink because his wife constructs and sells face coverings. After review
by the Board, the consensus was Mayor Pro Tem Martchink did not need to recuse
himself and could participate in the discussion and vote on the item.
Town Administrator Machalek stated the current State order requires employees to
wear masks and the County continues to review an order requiring masks for
employees as well either today or in the next few days. He stated implementation of
the Emergency Ordinance if passed would require time to rollout the education and
stand up the Ordinance.
Discussion was heard by the Board and has been summarized: questioned if
consideration of the Ordinance should wait until May 4, 2020 to determine County
orders; does the Town know if the County order would address indoor and/or outdoor
requirements; questioned if the Town's order could be different from the County;
asked for clarification on the current orders for face coverings; and discussed the
Police departmenYs implementation of the Ordinance if passed.
Staff confirmed the County has not been clear on the direction of their order to require
face coverings. Attorney Kramer stated the Town could implement an order which
may be more stringent than an order by the County. Chief Kufeld stated the Police
department would begin the education process immediately following the passage of
the Emergency Ordinance and signage would follow. Ticketing individuals would not
occur immediately.
Attorney Kramer provided an overview of the Emergency Ordinance which would
require face covering in places for all persons entering or inside any area of any place
of business open to the public, including retail businesses and accommodations in
public areas, not in individual rooms. The Ordinance would also require individuals to
wear face coverings in the Commercial Downtown zoning district,as delineated by the
Town of Estes Park Development Code and Official Zoning Map. The State of
Colorado has determined the wearing of a cloth mask aids in the spreading of the
virus. The definition of a face covering has been defined by the State of Colorado.
Exceptions would include persons under the age of two years, persons for whom a
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face covering would cause impairment due to an existing disability or health
conditions, and persons operating outdoors for critical business or critical government
functions requiring other personal protective equipment and cannot be safely operated
with a face covering. The Ordinance further sets penalties for non-compliance of$50
for the first offense and $250 for the second offense and would be in effect through
June 10, 2020.
The Board discussed the Ordinance as presented by Attorney Kramer and has been
summarized: Trustee Cenac questioned if the Ordinance would require face covering
at all times of the day,and could individuals be refused service if they are not wearing
face coverings. She raised concerns on how the Police personnel would be kept safe
writing citations, and would the call volume in dispatch for face covering take away
from individuals with real emergencies. Trustee Bangs supported acting sooner than
later to begin the education before the Town sees a larger increase in visitation and
being proactive to protect the community and the guests. She further questioned if
the Police department would have the staff and equipment to enforce the Ordinance.
Trustee Younglund stated the Board received numerous comments on the
unconstitutional nature of the proposed Ordinance and asked for a legal opinion.
Trustee Martchink commented he had questioned the need for face coverings during
the early and later hours in the downtown and has since concluded it would be a small
inconvenience.
Attorney Kramer stated the business owner would not be required for mandate a face
covering if an individual invoked one of the exceptions. He stated it would be similar
to service animals as it relates to the ADA. He stated the Ordinance would not be
unconstitutional as it is an emergency act to protect the citizens. Attorney Kramer
further stated it was unclear what provision of the constitution the Ordinance would
violate.
Chief Kufeld stated the Police department would rely heavily on education; the Code
Enforcement Officer would visit businesses to educate; six seasonal Community
Services Officers would provide education;and Auxiliary would not be used due to the
average age of the members. The Police department would adjust to the situation as
it changes and has provided all staff with the appropriate PPE during interactions with
the public. Staff also has been working closing with the Estes Chamber of Commerce
to partner with businesses and provide signage.
Administrative Assistant Disney provided a summary of the comments received during
the meeting which included one comment in favor of the Ordinance and two comments
against the Ordinance. The comments included the need to follow the County orders,
the wearing of face coverings should be a personal choice, consideration of the
hearing impaired who rely on lip reading,and questioned the use of face coverings for
Safeway customers.
The Board discussed the comments received by the public on the proposed
Emergency Ordinance: The Board received over 120 comments prior to the meeting
which included concerns on health and safety, concern of general age of the
population, the increase in crowds,the impingement of civil rights, and the comments
were approximately split for and against.
Additional Board comments were heard once the motion was made and seconded
and has been summarized: Mayor Pro Tem Martchink stated he views the Ordinance
as a compromise as future spikes in the area would ultimately lead to more restrictive
policies. Trustee MacAlpine stated there continues to be a lot we don't know about
COVID-19 and she would prefer to error on the side of safety. Trustee Younglund
commented she views the Ordinance as a step forward to allow the community to
open the businesses and begin a since of normalcy. The Ordinance would allow us
to be ready with the education and signage for when Rocky Mountain National Park
reopens and we have more visitors. Trustee Cenac questioned the process of
bringing forward an Emergency Ordinance;the Town stated we would follow the State
and County Health divisions and this proposed Ordinance would be outside of their
guidance; and voluntary compliance should be tried prior to considering the
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Ordinance. She further stated a formal public hearing should be held and provide a
chance for each Board member to read public comments prior to making a decision.
Trustee Bangs commented the Town has inherent risk because we are a tourist
community; she would prefer the Town was stricter; the Safer at Home order
encourages citizens not to enter and exit communities; we are allowing downtown
business to open and prioritizing the Town's economic health; and wearing a mask
provides a reduction in risk from the virus. Trustee Zornes questioned how the
effectiveness of the Ordinance would be measured. Mayor Koenig stated the
Ordinance would be a proactive action to protect the safety and health of the citizens
and the business community. A breakout/hotspot of COVID-19 could lead to a
complete shutdown of the Town for a number of months.
It was moved and seconded (Bangs/Martchink)to approve Ordinance 07-20, and
the motion passed with Trustee Cenac voting "No".
MISCELLANEOUS
Administrator Machalek questioned the expectation on the timing of the communication
and signage downtown. Mayor Koenig stated the Town should coordinate with the
Economic Development Corporation and the newly established Estes Chamber of
Commerce to assist with signage and complete the placement by May 8, 2020.
Attorney Kramer requested Board direction on requiring face coverings on the Lake Estes
Trail. After further discussion, the Board consensus was not to pursue the requirement
of a face covering on the Lake Trail as individuals are exercising and there is amble space
to maintain six feet physical distancing.
Whereupon Mayor Koenig adjourned the meeting at 4:50 p.m.
Wendy Koenig, Mayor
Jackie Williamson, Town Clerk
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i
T��N o� ESTES PARr
Memo •
To: Honorable Mayor Koenig
Board of Trustees
Through: Town Administrator Machalek
From: Brian Berg, Parks Maintenance Supervisor
Greg Muhonen, PE, Public Works Director
Date: May 12, 2020
RE: Approve the Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) Grant Agreement for the
Big Thompson River Recreational and Picnic Area
(Mark all that apply)
❑ PUBLIC HEARING ❑ ORDINANCE ❑ LAND USE
� CONTRACT/AGREEMENT ❑ RESOLUTION ❑ OTHER
QUASI-JUDICIAL ❑ YES � NO
Obiective:
Approve the Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) grant agreement for the Big Thompson
River Recreational and Picnic Area.
Present Situation:
On October 8, 2019, the Town Board approved the GOCO grant application for financial
assistance to improve and enhance a gathering place for resident and guests. This area
is located at the Visitors Center, adjacent to the Transit Facility/ Parking Structure, and
next to the Big Thompson River. These improvements will include additional seating
with access for people with disabilities, two shelters with picnic tables, two additional
concrete padded tables, a concrete path, and landscaping. This application was
awarded to the Town on March 12, 2020. The grant award is for $45,000, the Town's
match is $15,000, provided in the form of project materials and labor from our Public
Works Parks Division. As presented in the application, this location is highly used and
is a welcoming area for guests to our community. The area has incredible opportunities
for families to gather and as a meeting place. Its location easily leads to the Estes Lake
Trail, historic downtown and accommodates for parking and offers transit services.
Proposal:
Approve the GOCO Grant Agreement to support the Big Thompson River Recreational
and Picnic Area.
Advantaqes:
• This GOCO grant agreement has a completion date of March 2022, giving the Parks
Division flexibility to hold off on starting the project until the fall or following year.
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• Approving this grant agreement finalizes GOCO to free up money for this project.
This project that has been on the Parks Division list for many years.
• This project directly responds to the Board's strategic goal to offer exceptional guest
services as a preferred Colorado mountain destination.
Disadvantaaes:
• Not approving this Grant Agreement will result in loss financial assistance to support
this recreational opportunity for the Town.
• For a short time, during demolition and constructing the new recreational area it will
be closed to the public.
• The GOCO Grant requires a 25% cost share.
Action Recommended:
Public Works staff seeks approval/denial of GOCO grant agreement for financial
support for the Big Thompson River Recreational and Picnic Area.
Finance/Resource Impact:
The total project costs are estimated at $60,000.00. The Town's cost share is
$15,000.00, and of this, $6,000.00 is cash and $9,000.00 in kind labor and materials
from the Parks Division.
Level of Public Interest
The level of interest is moderate now; however, we anticipate that it will be highly used
similar to the Veterans Memorial just across the river from this proposed site.
Sample Motion:
I move for the approval/denial of this GOCO Grant Agreement for the Big Thompson
River Recreational and Picnic Area.
Attachments:
GOCO Grant Agreement LINK
Budget LINK
Resolution 32-19 LINK
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GRANT AGREEMENT
Project Name: Big Thompson River Recreational &Picnic Area
Project Completion Date: March 12, 2022
Great Outdoors Colorado
Contract No.: 20312
PARTIES TO AGREEMENT
Board/GOCO: The State Board of the Great Outdoors Colorado Trust Fund
Address: 1900 Grant Street, Suite 725
Denver, CO 80203
Telephone: (303) 226-4520
Contact name: Matt Brady
Grantee: Town of Estes Park
Address: P.O. Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517
Contact name: Brian Berg
Date: Apri13, 2020
EXHIBITS
Exhibit A Project Summary
Exhibit B Resolution
Exhibit C Approved Budget
Exhibit D Intergovernmental (or other) Agreement (if required)
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RECITALS
A. The State Board of the Great Outdoors Colorado Trust Fund("GOCO" or`Board") is a
political subdivision of the State of Colorado, created by Article XXVII of the Colorado
Constitution, adopted at the November 1992 General Election, which article appropriates a
portion of the net proceeds of the Colorado Lottery to GOCO and directs GOCO to invest those
proceeds in the state's parks, wildlife, open space, and recreational resources.
B. In 1994, GOCO created a statewide grant program pursuant to which eligible entities
could apply for grants for local government parks and outdoor recreation projects. Grantee listed
above ("Grantee") submitted a detailed project application ("Project Application") that
contemplates the execution of the project entitled above and described in GOCO's project
summary("Project Summary"), attached and incorporated as Exhibit A ("Project"). GOCO
approved Grantee's Project Application, which is incorporated into this Agreement by reference,
on March 12, 2020, subject to the execution of a detailed grant agreement. GOCO and Grantee
each have on file a copy of the Project Application.
C. The parties intend this agreement to be the detailed grant agreement required by GOCO
("Agreement").
AGREEMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the parties' mutual covenants contained in this
Agreement and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are
acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:
SECTION 1 —PROJECT
1. Incorparation of Recitals. The Recitals set forth above are incorporated into this
Agreement.
2. Representations and Warranties of Grantee. Grantee is a Municipality, duly organized in
accardance with the laws of Colorado and has full and lawful authority to enter into, and comply
with the terms of, this Agreement. Grantee's governing body has authorized entering into this
Agreement as evidenced by the resolution attached and incorporated as Exhibit B.
3. Grant and Proiect. GOCO awards to Grantee a grant in the amount not to exceed
$45,000.00 ("Crrant"), subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. The Grant
shall be used by Grantee solely to complete the Project in substantial conformity with the final
plans, specifications, designs, and uses approved by GOCO. In the event of a conflict between
the Project Application and the Project Summary, the parties shall resolve the conflict by mutual
agreement.
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4. Proiect Scope. Grantee shall not materially modify the Project without the prior written
approval of the Executive Director of GOCO (`Bxecutive Director") or the Executive Director's
designee, such approval to be in GOCO's sole discretion. Any material modification to the
Project undertaken without GOCO's prior written consent may be deemed a breach of this
Agreement, entitling GOCO to all remedies available under this Agreement. If Grantee
determines with reasonable probability that the Project will not or cannot be completed as
approved by the Board, Grantee will promptly so advise the Board and cooperate in good faith to
seek a resolution before any further funds are advanced.
5. Grantee Efforts. Grantee agrees to use its best efforts to complete the Project in a timely
fashion, in a good and workmanlike manner, and consistent with this Agreement and GOCO's
approvals related to the Project.
6. Approved Bud�et. Grantee has completed a detailed budget that reflects all anticipated
sources and uses of funds for the Project, including a detailed accounting of Grantee's
anticipated direct costs associated with the Project, a copy of which is attached and incorporated
as Exhibit C (`Budget"). Eligible costs are described in Paragraph 10 of this Agreement. The
Project Application contains a budget that may not match the approved version attached as
Exhibit C and which, therefore, shall not be relied upon by GOCO or Grantee. Where
discrepancies exist, the approved Budget in Exhibit C shall control until such time as GOCO
approves the final version.
7. Probertv Ownership. All properties on which GOCO-funded projects are located must be
owned by or under the control of the grant recipient for the useful life of the project. Grantee
warrants that it has good and sufficient title to the property or properties on which the Project is
to be located(the "Property"). GOCO may require Grantee to provide evidence of its ownership
of the Property and encumbrances against the Property satisfactary to GOCO in GOCO's
discretion prior to funding.
8. Waiver. Prior to the disbursement of funds, the Executive Director in his or her discretion
may waive certain conditions set forth in this Agreement. Anything else to the contrary
notwithstanding, the exercise by GOCO staff("Staff'), the Executive Director, or GOCO of any
right or discretion reserved to them under this Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver.
Furthermore, no waiver by them under this Agreement shall constitute a waiver of any other
requirements, actions, or conditions, nor shall any waiver granted be deemed a continuing
waiver. No waiver by the Staff, the Executive Director, or GOCO shall be effective unless in
writing executed by them. Additionally, any failure by the Staff, the Executive Director, or
GOCO to take any actions as set forth in this Agreement shall have no legal effect on the
contractual duties of Grantee. Further, no waiver with respect to this Project, Grant, ar
Agreement shall constitute a waiver in any other GOCO-funded project.
9. Pro1ect Operation and Maintenance.
A. Subject to annual appropriations, Grantee shall operate, manage, and maintain the
Project in a reasonable state of repair for the purposes specified and for the useful life of the
Project stated in the Project Application, in accordance with product warranties and/or the
generally accepted standards in the parks/recreation community. Grantee has estimated a useful
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life of 15 years in the Project Application. Grantee also shall provide and maintain access to the
Project and to the Property, regardless of the Property's ownership. Failure to comply with this
paragraph may be deemed a breach by Grantee under Paragraph 20 below.
B. GOCO shall not be liable for any cost of maintenance, management, or operation
of the Project.
C. Within 60 days of a reasonable request by the Board, Grantee will provide the
Board with adequate records reflecting the operating and maintenance costs of the Project and
provide the Board with such other information concerning the use of the Project by the public
and the impact of the Project.
D. Grantee's staff shall request during the Grantee's annual budget process an
appropriation sufficient to meet the financial obligations of Grantee under this Agreement.
Grantee will use its best efforts to fully consider such appropriation. The parties understand that
the Board is relying upon fair and full consideration of annual appropriation in its decision to
extend its resources and the Grant and to enter into this Agreement. In the event that Grantee
fails to appropriate sufficient funds to meet the obligations of this Agreement, Grantee shall
provide notice to the Board of the specific reason(s) for any decision not to appropriate funding.
Grantee's staff shall notify the Board of any recommendation not to fund or to partially fund the
annual appropriation necessary to fulfill Grantee's obligations under this Agreement.
10. Public Access. Grantee agrees, for itself and its successors in interest, to allow reasonable
public access to the Project for the term specified in Paragraph 8.A. Grantee may temporarily
close such public access for construction, maintenance, emergency situations, or other reasonable
purposes.
11. Insurance. Grantee shall maintain general liability insurance or self-insure for the entire
period of the Project for protection in the event of injury and/or damage. The insurance limits
shall not be less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and$2,000,000 aggregate. If the Grantee
contracts with another organization to complete the Project, it is the responsibility of the Grantee
to ensure its contractor carries insurance that fulfills this requirement.
12. Future Fundin�. This Agreement and the Grant only apply to the Project specifically
described in this Agreement. GOCO makes no representations regarding future funding for
future phases of the Project, whether or not described in the Project Application, Project
Summary, or otherwise.
SECTION 2—GRANT PAYMENT
13. Eli�ible Costs. The Grant and all matching funds shall be used only for the cost of fixed
assets, including construction of new facilities and enlargement or renovation of existing
facilities; these costs are eligible for reimbursement on the basis of costs actually incurred by
Grantee and supported by written documentation (receipts,bills, etc.). The Grant and all
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matching funds may not be used to pay for maintenance costs, administrative costs (such as
salaries associated with administering the Grant, office supplies, telephone, or travel expenses),
non-fixed assets (such as athletic or maintenance equipment), or any other costs deemed to be
ineligible by the Board, at the Board's sole discretion.
14. Pavment of Grant.
A. Progress Payment. Grantee may opt to receive a portion of the Grant after starting
but prior to completing work on the Project("Progress Payment"). Grantee shall provide GOCO
with a progress report detailing expenditures and progress made to date ("Progress Report"). The
Progress Report must be submitted using GOCO's Progress Report form (available at
www.�oco.or�or by contacting GOCO). GOCO may, in its discretion, request additional
documentation to support making a Progress Payment. A Progress Payment shall not exceed
50% of the Grant or the maximum percentage of funds GOCO can expend for the project to date
based on the program's matching requirements, whichever is less. A Progress Payment shall be
considered a loan until the Project is complete and Final Payment (as defined below) has been
made.
B. Final Payment. Grantee shall submit a final report to GOCO detailing the
accomplishments of and expenditures related to the Project and its completion ("Final Report").
The Project is "complete"when all facilities, trails, or other improvements included in the
GOCO-approved Project scope have been built and are ready for their intended use. The Final
Report must be submitted using GOCO's Final Report form (available at www.�oco.or� or by
contacting GOCO). GOCO may, in its discretion, request additional documentation before its
approval of the contents of the Final Report. Upon GOCO's review and approval of the Final
Report, GOCO shall pay the outstanding balance on the Grant("Final Payment"), subject to any
reductions contemplated by any provision of this Agreement.
C. GOCO Review. GOCO shall have 30 days to review any Progress Report and
Final Report and respond to Grantee.
D. Waivers of Liens and Claims. GOCO may, in its discretion, depending on the
nature of the Project,require documentation of inechanics' lien waivers or waivers of claims to
public project performance bonds as a precondition to any disbursement under this Agreement.
E. Modifications. Payment of the Grant is subject to the Project being completed
with no material modifications made, except as otherwise agreed to in advance by GOCO in
accordance with this Agreement. The Grant will not be increased, but GOCO may reduce the
Grant if the Project changes in any way that GOCO deems material. "Material modifications"
may include, but are not necessarily limited to, a reduction in the total cost of the Project, a
reduction in the size or number of recreational development components to be constructed,
changes to the nature of the recreational development components to be constructed, or any other
variance from the Project as presented in the Project Application. It is the sole responsibility of
Grantee to inform GOCO of any such modifications to the Project. GOCO strongly encourages
Grantee to contact GOCO in writing when it becomes aware of or wishes to make any such
modifications, however seemingly minor, to the Project.
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F. Net Lottery Proceeds. Payment of the Grant is also subject to GOCO's
determination in its sole discretion that it has received and has available sufficient net lottery
proceeds to fund the Grant. In determining the sufficiency of net lottery proceeds, GOCO may
consider all facts and circumstances as it deems necessary or desirable, including but not limited
to adequate reserves, funding requirements, and/or commitments for other past, current, and
future grants, and past, current, and future GOCO operating expenses and budgetary needs.
15. Withdrawal of GOCO Fundin�; Termination of A�reement. Anything in this Agreement
to the contrary notwithstanding, with prior notice to Grantee, GOCO reserves the right to
withhold or withdraw all or a portion of the Grant, to require a full or partial refund of the Grant,
andlor to terminate this Agreement if GOCO determines in its sole discretion that:
A. Altered Expectations. Facts have arisen or situations have occurred that
fundamentally alter the expectations of the parties or make the purposes for the Project or the
Grant as approved by GOCO infeasible or impractical;
B. Material Project Changes. Material changes in the scope or nature of the Project
have occurred from that which was presented in the Project Application, approved by GOCO and
reflected in the Project Summary, without prior written approval of the Executive Director;
C. Inaccuracies. Any statement or representation made or information provided by
Grantee in the Project Application, this Agreement, the Progress Report, the Final Report, or
otherwise is untrue, inaccurate, or incomplete in any material respect;
D. Reporting. The results of GOCO's review of the Progress Report or the Final
Report are not acceptable to GOCO;
E. Conditions Precedent Not Fulfilled or Unsatisfacto�y. Any of the conditions
precedent to funding listed in Section 3 below is not fulfilled by Grantee or is unsatisfactory to
GOCO, in its sole discretion;
F. Delays. The Project will not or cannot be completed by the Completion Date or
any extensions granted, or delays in the implementation of the Project have occurred that make
the Project impracticable in the Board's judgment;
G. Costs. The Project will not or cannot be completed within the Budget ar any
approved modifications, or the total Project cost and/or Grantee's matching funding are reduced;
or
H. Property. Title to or encumbrances against the Property are or become such that
Grantee is unable to complete the Project, or the Project and/or the Property are or become
unavailable for public use.
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SECTION 3 —CONDITIONS PRECEDENT
16. Completion Date. Grantee shall complete the Project and submit its Final Report no later
than March 12, 2022 ("Completion Date"), which is 24 months after the date of GOCO's
approval of the Project. Grantee may request an extension of the Completion Date in compliance
with GOCO's Overdue Grants procedure, as may be amended from time to time by GOCO in its
sole discretion. GOCO may elect to terminate this Agreement and deauthorize the Grant in the
event this Completion Date is not met and/or Grantee fails to comply with the Overdue Grants
procedure.
17. Conditions Precedent to Fundin�. Anything else in this Agreement or otherwise to the
contrary notwithstanding, the Grant is expressly conditioned upon Grantee's fulfillment of all
terms and conditions of this Agreement to GOCO's satisfaction in its sole discretion, including
but not limited to the following:
A. Matching Funds. Matching funds in the minimum amount required by GOCO
policy or procedure and as set forth in the approved Budget, or as modified and approved in
compliance with GOCO procedures, must have been received by Grantee, or the status of efforts
to secure matching funding was disclosed and has been deemed satisfactory by Staf£ Grantee
shall provide evidence of matching funds as GOCO may require in its reasonable discretion.
B. GOCO Policies and Procedures. The Project must comply with all of GOCO's
policies and procedures, which may be amended from time to time by GOCO in its sole
discretion, and must meet any special Board conditions as listed in the attached Project Summary
(Exhibit A).
SECTION 4—OTHER PROVISIONS
18. Publicitv and Proiect Information. GOCO has the right and must be provided the
opportunity to use information gained from the Project; therefore, Grantee shall acknowledge
GOCO funding in all news releases and other publicity issued by Grantee concerning the Project.
If any events are planned in relationship to the Project, GOCO shall be acknowledged as a
contributor in the invitation for the event. GOCO shall be notified of any such events 30 days in
advance. Grantee shall cooperate with GOCO in preparing public information pieces, providing
access to the Property for publicity purposes, and providing photos or other imagery of the
Project from time to time, which GOCO reserves the right to use and duplicate in any print or
electronic publication or platform for publicity, illustration, advertising, web content, and other
purposes at any time without the need to seek pre-approval from Grantee. Grantee shall give
timely notice of the Project, its inauguration, significance, and completion to the local members
of the Colorado General Assembly and members of the board of county commissioners of the
county or counties in which the Project is located, as well as to other appropriate public officials.
At no time shall Grantee represent in any manner to the public or to any party that it is affiliated
with GOCO or acting on behalf of GOCO.
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19. Si�na�e. Grantee shall erect one or more signs at a prominent location(s) on the Project
site acknowledging the assistance of Great Outdoors Colorado and the Colorado Lottery. GOCO
will provide such signs at no cost to Grantee. Alternatively, GOCO will provide reproducible
samples of its logo to Grantee for custom signs. GOCO shall approve in advance the design of
any permanent sign materially varying from the signs provided by GOCO. To obtain such
approval, Grantee shall submit to GOCO plans describing the number, design, placement, and
wording of signs and placards prior to completion of the Project. The Board may withhold Final
Payment pending evidence of placement of permanent signage.
20. Liabilitv.
A. Indemnity. To the extent allowed by law, Grantee shall be responsible for and
shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless GOCO, its officers, agents, and employees from any
and all liabilities, claims, demands, damages, or costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees)
resulting from, growing out of, or in any way connected with or incident to Grantee's
performance of this Agreement. Grantee waives any and all rights to any type of express or
implied indemnity or right of contribution from the State of Colorado, GOCO, its members,
officers, agents, or employees for any liability resulting from, growing out of, or in any way
connected with or incident to this Agreement. Grantee acknowledges that Grantee is the owner
of the Project and the Property upon which it is located, or has control of the Project and the
Property, and that GOCO neither possesses nor controls the Project, the Property, nor the
operations of the Project.
B. No CGIA Waiver. No term or condition of this Agreement shall be construed or
interpreted as a waiver, either express or implied, of any of the immunities, rights, benefits or
protections provided to GOCO under the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act as amended or
as may be amended in the future (including without limitation any amendments to such statute,
or under any similar statute that is subsequently enacted) ("CGIA"). This provision may apply to
Grantee if Grantee qualifies for protection under the Colarado Governmental Immunity Act,
C.R.S. § 24-10-101, et seq. GOCO and Grantee understand and agree that liability for claims for
injuries to persons ar property arising out of the negligence of GOCO, its members, officials,
agents, and employees may be controlled and/or limited by the provisions of the CGIA. The
parties agree that no provision of this Agreement shall be construed in such a manner as to
reduce the extent to which the CGIA limits the liability of GOCO, its members, officers, agents,
and employees.
C. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements and FedeNal and State Mandates.
Grantee assumes responsibility for compliance with all regulatory requirements in all applicable
areas, including but not limited to nondiscrimination; worker safety; locallabor preferences;
preferred vendor programs; equal employment opportunity; use of competitive bidding;permits;
approvals; local, state, and federal regulations and environmental laws; and other similar
requirements. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Grantee agrees to indemnify, defend,
and hold harmless GOCO, Executive Directar, and Staff from any cost, expense, or liability far
any failure to comply with any such applicable requirements.
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D. Nondiscrimination. During the performance of this Agreement, Grantee and its
contractors, subcontractors, and agents shall not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or
applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry,physical
handicap, medical condition, marital status, age, sex, or any other basis prohibited by local, state,
or federal law. Grantee and its contractors shall ensure that the evaluation and treatment of their
employees and applicants for employment are free of such discrimination. Further, Grantee and
anyone acting on behalf of Grantee shall not engage in any unlawful discrimination in permitting
access and use of the Project.
21. Audits and Accountin�Records. Grantee shall maintain standard financial accounts,
documents, and records relating to the use, management, operation, and maintenance of the
Project. Grantee shall retain the accounts, documents, and records related to the Project for five
years following the date of disbursement by GOCO of the Grant funds, and they shall be subject
to examination and audit by GOCO or its designated agent during this period. While Grantee is
not required to use GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), Grantee shall use
reasonable and appropriate accounting systems in maintaining the required records under this
Agreement.
22. Insbection. Throughout the term of this Agreement, GOCO shall have the right to inspect
the Project to ascertain compliance with this Agreement.
23. Breach. In addition to other remedies available at law or in equity, in the event that
Grantee breaches any of the terms or conditions of this Agreement, GOCO shall have the
following non-exclusive remedies:
A. Prior to Payment of G�ant. GOCO reserves the right to withdraw funding,
terminate this Agreement, and/ar deny Grantee eligibility for participation in future GOCO
grants, loans, or projects.
B. After Any Payment of Grant. GOCO reserves the right to seek specific
performance of Grantee's obligations under this Agreement, receive reimbursement in full of any
disbursements made under the Grant, including in the event that Grantee does not fulfill its
obligations under Paragraph 8 due to lack of annual appropriations, and/or deny Grantee
eligibility for participation in future GOCO grants, loans, or projects.
In the event GOCO must pursue any remedy under this Agreement and is the substantially
prevailing party, GOCO shall be awarded its costs and reasonable legal fees, including costs of
collection.
24. GOCO Policies and Procedures. With regard to all named GOCO policies and procedures
referenced in this Agreement, Grantee acknowledges it has received a copy of the policies and
procedures or otherwise has access to the documents in connection with this Agreement and is
familiar with their requirements.
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25. Miscellaneous Provisions.
A. Good Faith. Both parties have an obligation of good faith, including the
obligation to make timely communication of information that may reasonably be believed to be
of interest to the other party.
B. Assignment. Grantee may not assign its rights or delegate its obligations under
this Agreement without the express written consent of the Executive Director, who has the sole
discretion to withhold consent to assign. Any assignment shall require that, at a minimum, the
assignee is eligible to receive grants from the Board and assumes Grantee's ongoing obligations
under this Agreement.
C. Applicable Law. Colorado law applies to the interpretation and enforcement of
this Agreement. Venue for any dispute under this Agreement shall lie exclusively in the state
courts of the City and County of Denver.
D. No.Ioint Venture. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to create a joint
venture, partnership, employer/employee, or other relationship between the parties other than
independent contracting parties. Except as permitted under the remedies provisions of this
Agreement, neither party shall have the express or implied right to act for, on behalf of, or in the
name of the other party.
E. Status of Grantee. The parties acknowledge that GOCO lacks the power and right
to direct the actions of Grantee. Grantee acts in its separate capacity and not as an officer,
employee, or agent of GOCO or the State of Colorado.
F. Time is of the Essence. Time is of the essence in this Agreement.
G. Survival. The terms and conditions of this Agreement, including but not limited to
Grantee's obligations, shall survive the funding of the Grant and the completion of the Project.
H. Fax and Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in one or more
counterparts, each of which shall be an original,but all of which when taken together shall
constitute one agreement. In addition, the parties agree to recognize signatures to this Agreement
made electronically and transmitted electronically ar by facsimile as if they were original
signatures.
L Third-Party Beneficiary. GOCO and Grantee acknowledge and agree that this
Agreement is intended only to cover the relative rights and obligations between GOCO and
Grantee and that no third-party beneficiaries are intended.
J. Notice. Any notice, demand, request, consent, approval, or communication that
either party desires or is required to give the other shall be in writing and either served personally
or sent by first class mail,postage prepaid, to the addresses shown on Page 1 of this Agreement.
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K. Construction; Severability. Each party has reviewed this Agreement, and
therefore any rules of construction requiring that ambiguities be resolved against a particular
party shall not be applicable in the construction and interpretation of this Agreement. If any
provision in this Agreement is found to be ambiguous, an interpretation consistent with the
purpose of this Agreement that would render the provision valid shall be favored over any
interpretation that would render it invalid. If any provision of this Agreement is declared void or
unenforceable, it shall be deemed severed from this Agreement, and the balance of this
Agreement shall otherwise remain in full force and effect.
L. Entire Agreement. Except as expressly provided, this Agreement constitutes the
entire agreement of the parties. No oral understanding or agreement not incorporated in this
Agreement shall be binding upon the parties. No changes in this Agreement shall be valid unless
made in writing and signed by the parties to this Agreement.
M. Termination of the Board. If Article XXVII of the Colorado Constitution, which
established GOCO, is amended or repealed to terminate GOCO or merge GOCO into another
entity, the rights and obligations of GOCO under this Agreement shall be assigned to and
assumed by such other entity as provided by law, but, in the absence of such direction, by the
Colorado Department of Natural Resources or its successor.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties by signature below of their authorized representatives
execute this Agreement effective as of .
STATE BOARD OF THE GREAT GRANTEE:
OUTDOORS COLORADO TRUST FiJND Town of Estes Park
By: By:
Chris Castilian Title:
Executive Director
GOCO Program Staff: *NOTE* Signee should be the same
Route Grant Agreement to individual authorized to sign the grant
Executive Director for signature: agreement per Grantee's resolution
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EXHIBIT A
Project Summary
Rank: 5 Overall Score: 88.25 GOCO Staff Score: 86 Reviewer Average: 90.5
Applicant: Town of Estes Park
Project Title: Big Thompson River Recreational &Picnic Area
County: Larimer
Log#: 20312
Funding Summarv: Applicant Funding $15,000
Partner(s) Funding
GOCO Grant Amount $45,000
Total Project Cost $60,000
Proiect Descriqtion:
The Big Thompson River Recreational and Picnic Area project will improve and enhance a gathering
place for the Town of Estes Park. These improvements include additional seating with access far people
with disabilities, a shelter with picnic tables, a concrete path, and landscaping.
Staff and Peer Reviewer Comments:
The Big Thompson River Recreational Area and Picnic Shelter includes access to the River Walk that
meanders through historic downtown, and the trail around Lake Estes that also leads to Stanley Park,
Fish Creek Trail and Dry Gulch Trail; transit services around town and to Rocky Mountain National
Park; new 400+parking structure; the Veterans Monument; interactive musical instruments along the
River Walk; and the Visitors Center. This will be the only picnic tables in the vicinity that are protected
from the elements.
This picnic shelter will accommodate a variety of people including residents, seasonal workers, visitors,
and those using the Lake Estes Trail and River Walk. Naturists would also use this shelter as this
location often has excellent wildlife viewing for elk, deer,birds, marmots, etc. In-town trails see over
400,000 users per year according to trail counts conducted by volunteers in the summer of 2014. The
Lake Estes Trail has a mix of 20 percent cyclists, 75 percent walkers/joggers/hikers, and 5 percent
others on any given day. Based on this information and the number of guests recorded at the Estes Park
Visitors Center(450,000 in 2017), the number of users of this picnic shelter could be as high as 100,000
people.
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The current shelter is well over 30 years old and has been moved twice to accommodate past
construction on the other side of the river. It is small and in disrepair. A new shelter would be twice the
size and accommodate more people.
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EXHIBIT B
Resolution
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EXHIBIT C
Approved Budget
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EXHIBIT D
Intergovernmental (or other) Agreement (if required)
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Pro�ect Budget
Date GOCO Grant Applicant Partner Total
Source of Funds Secured Request Match($) Match($) Funding($)
CASH
GOCO Grant Request 45,000.00 $45,000.00
ITown of Estes Park cash match I I I 6,000.00 I I $6,000.00
� � � � � � $0.00
$0.00
IN-KIND
Town of Estes Park in-kind match 9,000.00 $9,000.00
� � � � � � $0.00
$0.00
TOTAL SOURCE OF FUNDS $45,000.00 $15,000.00 $0.00 $60,000.00
Number of Applicant Partner Total Funding
CASH Use of Funds Units Cost Per Unit GOCO Funds Funds Funds ($)
$0.00
Will conduct competitive $0.00
solicitation according to Town
policy
�Materials&Installation � � � � � � � $0.00
�TBD �con�rete � i.00 � � s,000.00l I I $g,000.00
�TBD �Picnic shelter � 1.00 � � 37,000.00 � � � $37.000.00
�TBD �Metal roof � 16.00 � 39.84 � � 637.44 � � $637.44
�Parks Division �Picnic tables � 2.00 � 1,135.00 � � 2,270.00 � � $2.270.00
�Parks Division �Irrigation supplies(cash match) � � 1,553.56 � � 1,553.56 � � $1,553.56
� �Install Bear-Proof/Recycling Trash � � � � � � $1,539.00
Parks Division Container 1.00 1,539.00 1,539.00
I I I I I I I I $0.00
I I I I I I I I �o.00
I I I I I I I I �o.00
I I I I I I I I �o.00
I I I I I I I I �o.00
I I I I I I I I �o.00
I I I I I I I I �o.00
I I I I I I I I �o.00
I I I I I I I I �o.00
$o.00
USE OF FUNDS-CASH SUBTOTAL $45,000.00 $6,000.00 $0.00 $51,000.00
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No.of Units/ Cost Per Unit Applicant Partner Total Funding
IN-KIND Use of Funds Hours/Acres /Hour/Acre GOCO Funds Funds Funds ($)
Town Parks Division staff Demolition of current shelter 30.00 40.00 1,200.00 $1,200.00
�Town Parks Division staff �Haul material � 5.00 � 40.00 � � 200.00 � � $200.00
�Town Parks Division staff �Irrigation installation � 80.00 � 40.00 � � 3,200.00 � � $3,200.00
�Town Parks Division staff �Landscaping istallation(trees,shrubs, � � � � � � $1,800.00
turf,perennials) 45.00 40.00 1,800.00
�Town Parks Division staff �Picnic tables � 3.00 � 866.67 � � 2,600.00 � � $2,600.00
I I I I I I I I $0.00
I I I I I I I I �o.00
I I I I I I I I �o.00
I I I I I I I I �o.00
I I I I I I I I �o.00
I I I I I I I I $o.00
�o.00
SUBTOTAL $0.00 $9,000.00 $0.00 $9,000.00
Contingency 10% (not required, cannot
be GOCO f'unds) $0 $0 $0
TOTAL PROJECT COST $0.00 $15,000.00 $0.00 $0.00
Remembew the Total Project Cost row must equal the Total Source of Funds row above
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RESOLUTION 32-19
SUPPORTING THE APPLICATION AND GRANT AGREEMENT, IF AWARDED, FOR
A M�NI- GRANT LOCAL PARKS AND RECREATiON FROM THE STATE BOARD OF
THE GREAT OUTDOORS COLORADO TRUST FUND F�R THE REPLACEMENT OF
THE BIG THOMPSON RIVER RECREATIONAL AREA PiCNIC SHELTER
WHEREAS, the Town of Estes Park supports the Great Outdoors Colorado
grant application for the Big Thompson River Recreational Area Picnic Shelter located
west of the Estes Park Visitor Center parking structure; and
WHEREAS, if this grant is awarded, the Town of Es#es Park supports the
completion of this project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVE� BY THE BOARD QF TRUSTEES OF
THE T�WN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO:
1. If awarded, th� Board of Trustees will authorize the expenditure of funds
necessary to meet the terms and obligations of th� Great �utdaors
Colorada grant.
2. The project site for the Big Thompson River Recreational Area Picnic
Shelter is owned by the Town of Estes Park and will remain a Town-owned
facility for at least 25 years.
3. The Town of Estes Park Board of Trustees recognizes that as the recipient
af a Great Outdoors CoIorado local government grant the project site w�ll
provide public access.
4. The Town of Estes Park Board of Trustees will ensure the maintenance of
the Big Thompson River Recreationat Area Picnic Shelter located west of
the parking structure at the EstEs Park Visitors Center in a high-quality
condition and to appropriate funds for maintenance in #he annual budgEt.
5. If awarded, the Town of Estes Park Board of Trustees will authorize the
Mayor ta sign the grant agreement with Great Qutdoors Colarado.
6. All the Town's financial obligations under any grant awarded are contingent
upon appropriation, budgeting, and availability of specific funds to discharge
those obligations. Nothing in this resolution or any gran# awarded
constitu#es a debt, a direct or indirect multiple fiscal year financial obligation,
a pledge of the Town's credit, or a payment guarantee by the Town. The
Town Adminis#rator or designee is authorized #o execute all documents
necessary to submit said grant application.
7.This resol�tio� to be in full force and effect from and after its approval.
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DATED this ��N day of �To ti�- ,r� , 2019.
TOWN QF S ARK,
Mayor �
ATTEST:
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T��N o� ESTES PARr
Memo •
To: Honorable Mayor Koenig
Board of Trustees
Through: Town Administrator Machalek
From: Christy Crosser, Grant Specialist
Greg Muhonen, PE, Public Works Director
Date: May 12, 2020
RE: Letter of support for the 2020 BUILD Grant for Big Thompson River
Channel Work and Bridge Replacement
❑ PUBLIC HEARING ❑ ORDINANCE ❑ LAND USE
❑ CONTRACT/AGREEMENT ❑ RESOLUTION � OTHER Support Letter
QUASI-JUDICIAL ❑ YES � NO
Obiective:
Public Works (PW) staff seeks approval from the Town Board to support a Federal DOT Better
Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant application.
Present Situation:
In 2019 the Town Board directed PW to submit an application for a $23.5 million BUILD grant
for Ph 2 of the Downtown Estes Loop. This grant application was not selected for funding. It
received a "recommended" rating. Staff conducted a debriefing call with a DOT representative
which encouraged staff to reapply in 2020. The call for applications was issued in February of
202, and applications must be submitted by May 18, 2020. The Federal funds must be
obligated by Sept 2022 and spent by Sept 2027.
Proposal:
The Federal DOT stated they will give priority to projects that require a combination of Federal
funds in order to complete an overall financing package. Our project partners at Central Federal
Lands Highway Division confirmed their ongoing support of this project and agreed to manage
the design and construction oversight services if the grant is awarded. We propose this grant
application be submitted as a Phase 2 extension to the existing Downtown Estes Loop project.
By doing so, the application can show the pooling of CDOT devolution funding ($4.2 million),
FLAP grant funding ($13 million), Town of Estes Park local funding ($1.5 million), and BUILD
grant funding ($23.5 million) for a total of$42.2 million project. The BUILD grant program would
contribute 59% of this cost. This is a near-shovel-ready project, as the Environmental
Assessment (EA)work is complete, and the Ph 1 design is nearly complete.
This proposed 2023-2024 project includes widening the Big Thompson River channel between
the US36 Bridge to the Riverside Bridge and a multi-use path along the south river bank. Water
recreational opportunities could be explored. It also includes replacement of the Riverside
Bridge and the Rockwell Bridge. This is an expensive and large project, and the best option for
completing this work is with grant support.
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Advantaaes:
• Reduced flood damage risk and reduced floodplain limits along this segment of the river
translate to decreased flood insurance premiums for the impacted property and business
owners.
• Increased river channel capacity accelerates the opportunity to remove the flow restrictions
temporarily constructed in the new Moraine Ave Bridge.
• This Town effort to improve community flood resiliency improves eligibility for future grant
funding.
• This project could substantially and quickly implement significant stormwater infrastructure
improvements that are not currently funded.
• The CFL HD team indicated willingness to manage this project which reduces project cost
and administrative burdens on the Town.
Disadvantaqes:
• Expanded construction work causes expanded disruption to access and visitation; however,
detours will be in place to address vehicle and pedestrian traffic needs.
• This project will require additional staff oversight.
• Grant cost share is recommended and this could be a burden on the Town's General Fund
recovering from the COVID19 pandemic.
Action Recommended:
Staff recommends Town Board support and fund this BUILD grant application.
Finance/Resource Impact:
Submitting an application for 100% of Federal funding is not a fatal flaw. At the same time, the
inclusion of a local cost share is common in the successful applications and is proven to
improve the odds of selection. This application leverages the 2019 $33k investment into a 2020
resubmittal. It is proposed that the Town again offer a $1.5 million cost match from the General
Fund as a local support incentive for the award of a $23.5 million BUILD grant to the Town.
This contribution equates to 6% of the estimated project cost. It is suggested that these local
match funds could be appropriated in three parts: $500k in each of the 2022, 2023, and 2024
budgets.
Level of Public Interest
Public interest is expected to be high because of the project's relationship to stormwater
management, the Ph 1 Loop project, and the related construction impacts downtown.
Sample Motion:
I move for approval/denial to authorize the Mayor to sign the attached support letter for the
2020 BUILD grant application.
Attachments:
2020 BUILD Support Letter
Floodplain map LINK
2019 BUILD Application LINK
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F
T��N oF ESTES PA1��
May 12, 2020
Office of Infrastructure, Finance and Innovation
Office of the Secretary of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Ave, SE
Washington DC 20590
RE: DOT BUILD grant application support from the Town of Estes Park Board of Trustees
Dear Madam Secretary:
The Town of Estes Park Board of Trustees supports this application for a Better Utilizing
Investments to Leverage Development(BUILD) grant from the Department of Transportation.
The proposed project will address transportation and flood resiliency needs in our community,
and is a second phase for a Federal Lands Access Program project that is currently underway in
our mountain town. Estes Park is a community of only 6,000 full time residents that hosts
millions of people each year who visit our historic village and our neighbor, Rocky Mountain
National Park(RMNP), the third most visited national park in our country.
The proposed project will complement the Downtown Estes Loop Phase 1 project by ensuring
infrastructure has the capacity to support millions of travelers and is protected from future
flooding. The Environmental Assessment (EA) work is complete. This project includes channel
widening between the US Highway 36 Bridge upstream to the Riverside Bridge (confluence of
two rivers) and a multi-use path along the south river bank that will serve as flood mitigation
bench. It also includes replacement of the Riverside Bridge and the Rockwell Bridge. In
anticipation of the revised FEMA floodplain maps, staff looks for grant opportunities to improve
resiliency and provide for mitigation from future flooding. This project would have a significant
impact for improved stormwater infrastructure conditions, address public safety, promote
regional transportation connectivity, and facilitate economic stability and growth. This is an
expensive and large project for our Town. It will proceed with grant support from our
transportation partners.
The Town completed construction recovery work from the 2013 devastating flood that caused
over $50 million in damage in the Estes Valley. It will be years before we receive
reimbursements from FEMA. The COVIDI9 pandemic has placed unprecedented pressure on
the Town's financial outlook and with so many unknown aspects on recovery. In a rural
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community that hosts millions of people, it is our responsibility to return strong and safely for
the economy and people's livelihood.
Once complete, this project will provide significant benefit to Estes Park, the region and state as
well as the federal government because of our proximity to the national park and national forest.
The project will provide transportation alternative options and provide substantial floodplain
benefits. Coordinating construction with the existing project will result in reduced construction
disruption of the busy downtown corridor.
The added benefit of a multi-use trail that connects directly with the Federal Transit
Administration (FTA) grant-funded transit hub and parking structure will move our community
closer to completion of a multimodal connection between this structure and RNINP. The Town is
currently working on another trail project into RMNP along Fall River. The completion of the
two trails will provide a loop into RMNP from historic downtown Estes Park.
The Town Board expresses its gratitude to DOT for this opportunity and for the current and past
support. The infrastructure work that is needed to support millions of visitors would not be
possible without this DOT grant. As a premiere national and global destination, we welcome this
partnership to improve our infrastructure for residents and guests as a place to live, work and
visit. A favorable consideration of this application would be very much appreciated.
Regards,
Wendy Koenig, Mayor
Town of Estes Park
170 MACGREGOR AVE. P.O. BOX 1200,ESTES PARK CO.80517 WWW.ESTES.ORG
Board of Trustees 970-577-4777
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Project Type Highway, bridge, or other road projects
eligible under Title 23, United States Code
Applicant Name Town of Estes Park
Greg Muhonen
Applicant Key Contact Town of Estes Park Public Works Director
gmuhonen@estes.org
970.577.3581
Applicant Sponsor Colorado Department of Transportation
Location Estes Park, CO
Population 6,000
Previously Incurred Project Cost $3.8 M (as of July 2019)
Future Eligible Project Cost $40.1 M
BUILD Request $25 M
Other Federal Funding $10.1 M
� Total Federal Funding (Including BUILD) $38 M �
Non-Federal Match $5.0 M
Total Project Cost $43.9 M (Including Sunk Costs)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
APPLICATION.......................................................................................................................1
PROJECT DESCRIPTION...................................................................................................3
Project Location and Project Context..............................................................................................5
PlanningContext......................................................................................................................................8
September2013 Flood Event..............................................................................................................9
Phase1 Improvements........................................................................................................................ 10
Phase2 Improvements........................................................................................................................ 10
PROJECT PARTIES.......................................................................................................... 14
Townof Estes Park................................................................................................................................ 14
CDOT.......................................................................................................................................................... 14
CF L H D........................................................................................................................................................ 15
GRANT FUNDS, SOURCES AND USES OF ALL PROJECT FUNDING.................. 16
MERIT CRITERIA............................................................................................................... 17
EconomicCompetitiveness.............................................................................................................. 17
Safety......................................................................................................................................................... 17
Stateof Good Repair............................................................................................................................ 17
EnvironmentalProtection................................................................................................................... 17
Qualityof Life.......................................................................................................................................... 18
StrategicImportance........................................................................................................................... 18
Partnership.............................................................................................................................................. 18
Public and Stakeholder Coordination............................................................................................ 18
� Coordination with other Plans/Studies......................................................................................... 18 �
PROJECT READINESS.................................................................................................... 20
PlanningDone to Date.........................................................................................................................20
ProjectSchedule...................................................................................................................................20
Right-of-Way...........................................................................................................................................21
EnvironmentalReadiness...................................................................................................................21
APPENDIX A- BENEFITS-COSTS ANALYSIS
APPENDIX B - LETTERS OF COMMITMENT AND LETTERS OF SUPPORT
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The purpose of Big Thompson River Bridge, The additional scope of work could be added to
Channel and Trail Improvements, Phase 2 of the the current Phase 1 project in final design and
Downtown Estes Loop Project (Downtown Estes constructed as one project beginning in 2021.
Loop project, or the project) is to improve access The award of BUILD funding would allow for the
to and from Rocky Mountain National Park(RMNP)
through Downtown Estes Park by reducing travel Downtown Estes Loop Project to:
time, congestion, and pedestrian and vehicle • Complete the full-build Proposed Action
conflicts through downtown Estes Park thereby improvements identified in the Downtown
negating the associated negative impacts to Estes Loop Environmental Assessment as one
visitor experience. The award of funding from the construction project;
BUILD grant program would allow for construction . provide substantial floodplain benefits and
of the full build alternative identified in the
Department of Transportation's Federal Lands risk reduction to downtown properties and
Access Program's (FLAP) Downtown Estes Loop roadways;
Project Environmental Assessment. U.S. 36 through • Minimize future disruption to downtown
historic downtown Estes Park is the primary route businesses and residents from future
to the Rocky Mountain National Park(RMNP) construction projects to complete the full
'Beaver Meadows' entrance and visitor center. build-out of the project. This would consolidate
The project is needed to improve system construction impacts into one larger project,
management and reduce severe congestion of the requiring no future detour trafFic conditions to
existing roadway network for both motorized and
replace bridges; and
non-motorized users accessing and leaving RMNP. • Improve bicycle and pedestrian connections
Currently,funding only exists for initial Phase 1 to and through the downtown and along the
�' construction. If only Phase 1 is constructed, other Big Thompson River, providing a complete �
existing bridges in the project area would be left non-vehicle multi-modal connection between
susceptible to flooding risk and accessibility gaps in downtown and the Town's Visitor and Transit
multi-modal facilities. BUILD grant funding would Center and recently constructed intercept
allow for the downstream floodplain channel parking east of downtown.
widening, replacement of two additional critical phase 1 of the project includes the reconfiguration
bridges, and the addition of a multi-modal bicycle of the downtown roadway network to create
and pedestrian path along the Big Thompson
River connecting downtown to the Town's Visitor a one-way loop system as well as intersection
and Transit Center(a DOT FTA-funded project). improvements at three key downtown
intersections (two signalized intersections and one
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The award of BUILD grant funding will enable The Downtown Estes Loop Project addresses
Estes Park to implement the full project or"Phase several issues that have challenged the Town of
2"of the project which will include: Estes Park and RMNP including:
• The replacement of the Rockwell Bridge and • Providing significant travel time savings
East Riverside Bridge; through Downtown Estes Park during �
• Downstream channel widening along the Big peak travel times.These travel time
Thompson River.This is the largest constraint savings would be generated through the project
to improved channel functions and reduced limits via improved intersection operations that
floodplain limits in Downtown Estes Park. reduce long queues which regularly back up
Floodplain mitigation through channel widening through multiple downtown intersections.
will prevent more than 20 downtown buildings • Reduced vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-
from flooding during 25-year flood events. pedestrian conflict points.The one-
• The addition of a continuous pedestrian Way couplet known as the Downtown
sidewalk, roadway bike lane, and an off- Estes Loop roadway and intersection
roadway multi-use path connecting downtown Would lead to a reduction of 40 conflict points.
Estes Park to the town's Visitor and Transit • Improved pedestrian and
Center.The addition of the trail would help bicycle facilities.The project will � •
further reduce the potential for vehicle and provide a continuous sidewalk � ���
pedestrian/cyclist interaction. with improved crossings of the
roadway and a continuous on street bikeway.
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• Quality of Life. Improved efficiency Project Location and Project
and mobility will improve quality of life C011teXt
for Estes Park residents and more than The project site is located approximately 65 miles
4.6 million annual visitors to Rocky Mountain northwest of Denver in the Town of Estes Park in
National Park1. Larimer County. Estes Park is the primary gateway
• Better Transit Modes Benefitted• to Rocky Mountain National Park(RMNP),the third
operations and � most visited national park in the nation. A map
multi-modal showing Estes Park's location relative to Denver is
connections. shown in Figure 1.
The improved operations reduce delays for The Town has approximately 6,000 full-time
both the Town of Estes Park transit shuttle residents and includes an active and engaged
system and the RMNP shuttles. These improved
operations include multi-modal pedestrian and senior population.There are approximately 800
bicycle connections to the Town's Visitor and licensed businesses. Community amenities include
Transit Center and recently constructed parking a school district K-12, local hospital, senior care
facility east of downtown. facilities, medical care clinics, events complex and
museum. Estes Park has a very rich history with
A benefits-costs analysis (BCA) undertaken for early settlers who were attracted to its charm and
the full project shows that the delivery of this health benefits.The Town and RMNP recently
approximately$40 million project will generate celebrated their centennial anniversaries for the
approximately$61.7 in discounted net benefits incorporation of the Town and national park status.
over its first thirty years of operation. This equates The Estes Valley was not part of the gold rush but
to a benefit cost ratio (BCR) of 1.7:1 with a net rather was recognized for its tourism value.
present value of approximately$24.5 million at a
7%discount rate.
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these entering through the Beaver Meadows Entrance Station.
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In 2014, capacity was exceeded approximately 40 near the Big Thompson and Fall Rivers. Residential
days per year creating 262 hours of congestion on neighborhoods exist along East Riverside Drive.The
those 40 days. TrafFic forecasts for 2040 indicate Piccadilly Square commercial complex is located
that capacity will be exceeded on approximately near the Riverside/Crags intersection.
147 days per year creating 1,189 hours of
congestion on those 147 days. Existing and future During peak visitation season at RMNP,the
downtown Estes Park area experiences heavy
congestion at the Elkhorn/Riverside, Elkhorn/ congestion due to exceptionally high volumes of
Moraine and Moraine/Crags intersections causes vehicles and pedestrians within the project limits.
motor vehicle, bicycle and pedestrian safety issues, The congestion has been a documented source
restricts access, limits bus transit service efficiency, of RMNP and Town visitor dissatisfaction and has
extends emergency response times for police, complicated traffic management for the town and
fire and ambulance services, and limits future RMNP. Estes Park is a premier destination and
economic growth in Estes Park and the surrounding contributes significantly to the local, regional and
area by discouraging travel when congestion is
anticipated. The congestion in the downtown state's economy drawing visitors from around the
is caused by the circuitous route of U.S. 36 World.The small town relies on federal grants to
requiring through traffic to turn through signalized assist with infrastructure projects to support the
intersections that can have over a thousand millions of visitors.Their safety and experience
pedestrians crossing the roadway in peak summer are included in the Town's strategic plan and the
hours. In addition to traffic and pedestrian staff and elected officials take this responsibility
capacity constraints the existing downtown street seriously. Sales taxes support general funds and
network does not have any bicycle lanes and has the Town's enterprise utilities include water, power
many gaps in sidewalks requiring pedestrians to and communications (including initiation of their
walk on the roadways. Deficiencies in the existing own broadband services).
downtown street network are shown in Figure 2.
Planning Context
The project study area, shown in Figure 2, includes
� a vibrant retail commercial district along Elkhorn The Town of Estes Park has analyzed land use, �
Avenue and Moraine Avenue and additional traffic, parking, and economic development
commercial, lodging and recreational uses along conditions in the area for many years.An
East and West Riverside Drives. Environmental Assessment (EA)was initiated in
the Fall of 2014 using a multi-tiered screening
Traffic along West Elkhorn within the downtown process, which led to the decision to evaluate the
generally flows west.TrafFic along Moraine and environmental impacts of a no-build alternative
East and West Riverside Drives generally flows and the Proposed Action (one-way couplet).The
north and south. However,the primary movements Proposed Action focused on the conversion of
from outside of the Estes Valley through the Elkhorn Avenue, Moraine Avenue, and Riverside
Downtown to RMNP are referred to as "inbound." Drive from the existing two-way configuration to a
one-way couplet,the effect of which would be to
The traffic movements in the other direction are alleviate congestion and improve mobility in Estes
referred to as"outbound."The Big Thompson park.
River flows generally from west to east, but flows
north along Riverside through the project site.
The Downtown retail environment is supported
by on-street and off-street surface parking lots.
Multiple parks provide recreational opportunities
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September 2013 Flood Event This major flood event led to a series of studies
The initial review and estimates for transportation by regulatory agencies and local floodplain
improvements within downtown Estes Park were administrators.The initial studies indicated
developed in the spring of 2013 and were included changes to the predicted one-percent flood
in the Colorado FLAP program. A significant occurrence in downtown Estes Park and
flooding event occurred in September 2013 which surrounding areas. Results of these studies
impacted the project study area, and which is released in 2014 determined to be the best
shown in Figures 3 and 4. available data recommended major increases to
floodplain boundaries in downtown Estes Park.
Figure 3: 2013 Flood Event in Downtown Estes Parl< CFLHD determined that the results of the best
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Figure 4: 2013 Flood Event in DowntoN�� f " � currently extend downstream of the Big Thompson
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The 2016 Environmental Assessment(EA)for The EA documented the environmental impacts
the Downtown Estes Loop and CO FLAP 34(1J, and opportunities associated with downtown
36(1J Moraine Avenue and Riverside Drive Estes Park roadway, bridge and channel/floodplain
(Downtown Estes Loop Project) assessed both improvements. It was determined that the cost
the Full Build and Phase 1 scenarios. Phase 1 of of these improvements exceeded the available
the Proposed Action involves the conversion of funding and the project would be completed in
existing roadways from two-way to a 0.9 mile construction phases.The first phase of construction
one-way loop through downtown Estes Park along met the original (and FLAP) project'Purpose and
portions of Elkhorn Avenue, Moraine Avenue, Need'—to improve access to RMNP, and it could
and Riverside Drive. It also includes pavement be built as part of the funded FLAP project, as was
rehabilitation on Elkhorn and Moraine Avenues, described and approved in the FONSI. Additional
realignment and reconstruction of Riverside Drive elements which are now put forward for BUILD
and reconstruction of the Ivy Street Bridge. New grant funding as Phase 2 include the following.
traffic signals would be added at the Elkhorn/ . Transportation Improvements: Replacement of
Riverside and Elkhorn/Moraine intersections. New the Rockwell Bridge and East Riverside Bridge
continuous pedestrian sidewalks, on-street bike over the Big Thompson River. Reconstruction
lanes, and trail connection improvements would
be installed. Directional and wayfinding signage and widening of East Riverside Drive (new EB
along the corridors would be installed, as well as US 36) between these bridges,which allows
landscaping and park replacements. Phase 1 also the continuation of the on-street bike lane.
includes a new roundabout at the reconfigured Construction of a new multi-modal pathway
Moraine/Crags/West Riverside Intersection. Phase 1
along the south side of the Big Thompson River
can be constructed with the immediately available connecting downtown to the Town's Visitor
funding initially secured with the FLAP award from Center to the east.
FHWA Central Federal Lands. A Finding of No • Channel/Floodplain Improvements:To provide
�� Significant Impact (FONSI) was completed on the risk and resiliency betterment to the Downtown �
Phase 1 improvements, which are shown in Figure Estes Loop (U.S. Highway 36)through reduced
5. Design of Phase 1 is currently being advanced to roadway overtopping,the Big Thompson River
a 90%complete milestone. channel will be widened from the East Riverside
The full build Proposed Action analyzed in Bridge to the east to near the U.S. 34/U.S 36
the EA included Phase 1, as described above, intersection. This channel widening includes
as well as "future unfunded improvements" constructing a floodplain bench south of the
including:the reconstruction of the Rockwell existing river channel. These improvements
also provide overall floodplain benefits to the
and Riverside Bridges and future channel/ downtown and private properties. See Figures
floodplain improvements.These future 6 and 7 for a rendering of the floodplain bench
unfunded improvements were not part of the with multi-modal pathway.
selected alternative and were not covered in the
FONSI. Phase 1 was determined to have logical
termini, independent utility, and did not restrict
consideration of alternatives for future phases and
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and improve resiliency of this project from future
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Town of Estes Park CDOT
The Town of Estes Park is located in Larimer County The Colorado Department of Transportation
near Rocky Mountain National Park(RMNP). Estes (CDOT) is a partner agency to the Town of Estes
Park is a gateway community to RMNP through Park for this application. They are responsible
which all visitors approaching the east side of the for operation and maintenance of U.S. Highway
park must travel.The RMNP provides 415 square 36 through downtown Estes Park and all highways
from the Front Range to RMNP. CDOT is recognized
miles of public recreation opportunities. In 2014, as a national leader when it comes to innovative
National Geographic named it one of its best trips in contracting, construction, and intelligent mobility.
the world. RMNP is the third-most visited national CDOT is a 3,000 employee organization with an
park in the US based on annual visitation.The park operating budget of$26 and is well positioned
is especially busy during summer months,as can be to efFiciently deliver large, complex construction
seen in the visitation numbers presented in Table projects. Previously viewed as a boom or bust
1.Visitation records indicate that the number of state, Colorado is now perpetually booming
visitors is increasing during the peak and off-peak with a robust and diversified economy and
seasons. In 2015,visitation numbers set records for unprecedented population growth.The Front
RMNP in part due to the celebration of the RMNP's Range is among the fastest growing regions in
100-year anniversary.The following year marked the the country.This rapid population growth has
put enormous pressure on the region's aging
� 100-year anniversary of the National Park Service. infrastructure. In an era of constrained funding, �'
Table 1:Monthly Visitation to Rocky Mountain National Park in 2012-2018
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68,537 78,022 77,633 98,928 115,207 95,602 111,422
- • • 62,036 68,831 76,881 85,123 105,125 98,832 84,245
104,374 89,691 99,077 134,304 135,053 145,110 156,434
� � 117,053 90,379 97,100 116,959 129,967 158,360 151,975
228,950 239,184 220,532 259,711 285,868 263,222 305,993
500,206 605,508 538,725 608,796 700,990 741,247 720,822
651,722 712,583 693,685 858,426 912,507 885,478 931,929
� • 589,131 621,852 616,826 756,579 772,849 782,625 798,306
- � - � - 527,172 253,467* 537,694 644,350 711,110 681,160 784,480
• . � • 219,946 66,275* 305,651 371,558 398,525 332,526 312,757
• • � - 93,714 86,379* 90,915 118,398 158,553 140,223 125,349
� • • � - 66,776 81,970* 80,032 93,784 91,831 112,830 106,781
I Total I 3,229,617 2,991,141* 3,434,751 4,155,916 4,517,585 4,437,215 4,590,493
*Visitation data for 2013 are unusual due to the mid-September 2013 flood event and may have influenced September 2013 through early 2014 visitation totals.
Source:RMNP,2019
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Table 2: Estes Park Loop-Project Costs
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$3,200,000 $1,168,000 $864,00 $5,332,000
� $3,400,000 $500,000 $788,00 $4,818,000
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- � - � � • • $3,200,000 $991,000 $460,000 $5,151,000
' • : • • - $2,000,000 $403,000 $400,000 $4,003,000
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� � � � � $12,500,000 - $1,125,000 $14,625,000
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Table 3: Estes Park Downtown Loop-Funding Sources
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Local Funding
Estes Park (FLAP Funding local match) 3.3
Estes Park (BUILD local match) 1.5
CDOT(BUILD local match) 0.19
Total Non-Federal 5.0
Federal Funding
Federal Lands Access Program Funding(FLAP) 10.1
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Total Federal 38.0
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CDOT is meeting this challenge by building partnerships and aggressively seeking innovative ways of more
efFiciently financing surface transportation projects.These efforts have resulted in creating a robust major
project construction program with four major projects under construction now.
CFLHD
The Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) Central Federal Lands Highway Division (CFLHD) served as
the federal lead agency for the Environmental Assessment(EA). One of CFLHD's functions is to administer
the Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP) established under the transportation bill Moving Ahead for
Progress in the 21st Century and which continued under the Fixing America's Surface Transportation
(FASTJ Act.Z FLAP provides funds for projects on federal lands access transportation facilities. It also
provides funding for roads that provide access to federally owned properties that are owned and/or
maintained by non-federal government agencies with an emphasis on project facilities accessing high-
use recreation areas and economic generators. Matching funds are required in order for projects to
be eligible for FLAP program funds.The Town of Estes Park applied for this project and committed the
required matching funds in 2013.The Colorado FLAP Program Decision Committee (PDC) approved
funding to include this project in the Colorado FLAP program.The proposed action is administered by
CFLHD in cooperation with the Town of Estes Park and the Colorado Department of Transportation.
CFHLD's offices are in the metro Denver area and they have a long history of delivering complex mountain
projects in environmentally sensitive environments both in Colorado and throughout the Western U.S.
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EC01101111C throughout the downtown. It is estimated that the
Compefifiveness implementation of the Downtown Estes Park Loop
The implementation of both Phase project will result in the reduction of approximately
1 and Phase 2 of the Downtown 90 crashes over its first thirty years of operation,
Estes Park Loop project will alleviate the recurring representing approximately$1.2 million in
congestion that occurs in Estes Park during the discounted benefits.The downstream floodplain
six-month high season. In the first thirty years channel widening will greatly reduce the long-term
of operation,the Downtown Estes Park Loop flood risk for downtown Estes Park, as well as for
will reduce the delay experienced by users by State Highway 36, a strategic evacuation route for
approximately 14 million hours resulting in emergency services.
just under$58 million in discounted benefits.
Furthermore,the reduced congestion will improve State of Good Repair
transit and shuttle movement—both between '�J� The project comprises the
Estes Park and RMNP, as well as for the planned replacement or enhancement of
Bustang (CDOT interregional and intercity express infrastructure on the approach to, and throughout,
bus service) connection between Estes Park and the Estes Park downtown. Its implementation will
the Denver metropolitan area.The improved replace existing bridges that are approaching the
infrastructure will remove approximately twenty end of their design lives, are functionally obsolete,
commercial, mixed use, and residential buildings and which are at risk during and following major
in Downtown Estes Park from the 25 and 50- storm events such as those which occurred in
year floodplains,thereby keeping the downtown 2013. The new bridges will be designed for 75 to
area open and viable, as well as reducing the 100-year design lives,will be compliant with new
�« town property owners'flood premiums by guardrail standards, and will be more resilient �
approximately$2.6M over the assessment period. in the face of storm events. The downstream
The bridge replacements, resulting in a higher deck floodplain channel widening will reduce the risk of
above the river below,will help facilitate economic roadway flooding throughout downtown, leading
development opportunities for river recreation. to less risk of unplanned closures, emergency
detours, and costs repairs. The residual value of
Safet the infrastructure proposed for construction in the
/�� The Downtown Estes Loop roadway Downtown Estes Park Loop project is estimated to
and intersection configuration will be approximately$1.7 million.
reduce vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-pedestrian
conflict points, while improved intersection Environmental
operations and reduced delay will minimize the Protection/Resilience
congestion related crashes (rear ends and side The downstream floodplain channel
swipes)that occur today. New bicycle lanes widening will significantly reduce
coupled with the development of the non- the likelihood of flooding for large swaths
motorized trail along the south side of the Big of downtown Estes Park, including its surface
Thompson River will improve safety for cyclists. streets which form the gateway to RMNP. The
Continuous sidewalks and improved crosswalks replacement of functionally obsolete bridges
will provide a safe location for pedestrians to walk
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involves raising the height of the bridge decks � Partnership
above Big Thompson River which will make them �-� This project is being delivered through
more resilient in the face of major storm events. a three-party partnership. The Town
r� Quality of Life
� � of Estes Park originated the project
The project will improve pedestrian through the FLAP application and local match
and bicycle facilities, both in terms of commitments. The Town will maintain many parts
safety and in terms of choice for healthy active of the project and is involved in shaping the project
transportation options. The reconfiguration of the design. CFLHD is the lead federal agency and is
downtown roadway network to create a one-way administering design and construction. CDOT will
loop system as well as intersection improvements own the roadway and is acquiring right of way.
at three key downtown intersections will greatly These roles and responsibilities are documented in
reduce congestion which will benefit all motorized a Project Agreement. RMNP is party to the Project
and unmotorized users of the Downtown Loop. Agreement as a supporting agency and review
The significantly reduced risk of flooding due to role. CFLHD also has reimbursable agreements
the downstream channel widening will greatly With both CDOT(right-of-way activities) and the
benefit the residents of Estes Park as well as the Town (local match)for transferring required funds.
millions of visitors which pass through the town These agreements provide seamless transition
each year. Figure 9 shows a portion of the loop for additional BUILD funding to be added to the
which includes new continuous sidewalk, on-street Project without new agreements. CFLHD is the lead
bike lane, and an enhanced pedestrian river walk agency for NEPA and is leading the overall design
along the Big Thompson River(and Baldwin Park), and construction delivery for the Project.
A safer, more reliable Downtown Loop which is in a
good state of repair generates greater accessibility, Public and Stakeholder
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mobility, and opportunity for its users. This in � Coordination
turn generates greater social inclusiveness which The project has had extensive
� subsequently leads to a higher quality of life for public and stakeholder outreach. This includes '
both residents and visitors. public meetings, small group working meetings,
presentations to established organizations
, Strategic Importance and groups, and individual property owner
' Improving the efFiciency of the meetings. A project website Ihttps://flh.fhwa.
� main gateway to the third most dot•gov/proiects/co estes ) has been set up and
visited national park in the nation, newsletters are developed at key milestones.
while ensuring the resilience and
reliability of the infrastructure of the town that Coordination with other
is the gateway to that national park, is of benefit Plans/Studies
not just to the residents and businesses of Estes The Downtown Estes Loop project is consistent
Park, but also to the myriad visitors to RMNP and
Colorado's tourism industry in general. One of With broader plans for downtown Estes Park. The
the most common complaints to visitors to RMNP Loop roadway configuration and downstream
is regarding the recurring, and at times extreme, channel widening are considered the base
congestion in Estes Park. The implementation downtown configuration for two recent major
of the Downtown Estes Park Loop will help to Town studies—the Estes Park Downtown Plan and
alleviate this recurring congestion,thereby the Town of Estes Park Stormwater Master Plan. In
contributing more efficient operations of RMNP. �uly 2019,the Estes Park Town Board adopted the
Estes Valley Stormwater Master Plan.
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The Downtown Estes Loop Project has been set up The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA),
exceptionally well to accept BUILD funds and move Central Federal Lands Highway Division (CFLHD)
to construction without a delay to the current was the lead Federal agency for the Downtown
design and construction schedule. The BUILD Estes Loop Project. After extensive public outreach,
funds would enable completion of the Full Build the project team developed the Proposed Action,
Alternative presented in the EA. The additional which became "Phase 1" of the project. Future
funds would allow for design to advance and then phases of the project replacement of the Rockwell
construction to begin in summer of 2021. The Street and Riverside Drive bridges as well as
existing Project Agreement between the CFLHD, downstream channel widening.The EA was
Town of Estes Park, CDOT, and RMNP outlines released for public comment between July 5 and
roles and responsibilities for the delivery of the August 5, 2016,with a Public Hearing held on July
project. These roles would remain the same and 20, 2016.
Reimbursable Agreements would be updated as A FONSI for Phase 1 improvements was signed on
needed to accommodate the additional funding April 19, 2017.The issuance of the FONSI allowed
to the Project. CFLHD would continue to be the the project team to move forward with final design
delivery agency lead for this project.
and right-of-way acquisition for Phase 1 of the
project (Phase 1 is nearing a 90%design level).
Planning Done to Date
Multiple Town of Estes Park planning studies Project Schedule
identified the one-way couplet roadway Design of the additional elements funded through
configuration to solve the Town's traffic challenges. the BUILD grant would begin immediately upon
The successful application and award for Federal award. The additional elements would be added
�« Lands Access Program funding in 2013 initiated to the final design plans currently planned for �
the environmental and preliminary engineering construction in summer of 2021. A second
process that has resulted in the current Downtown FONSI and any right of way agreements could be
Estes Loop Project. completed in four to six months. Advertisement
of project construction would take place in early
2021 with an award in Spring of 2021,followed by
Table 4: Estes Park Downtown Loop Project Schedule
BUILD SCHEDULE-DOWNTOWN ESTES LOOP
2016 I 2017 I 2018 I 2019 I 2020 I 2021 2022 2023
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construction start in 2021. The additional funds became "Phase 1" of the project. Future phase(s)
would push the construction into a two-season of the project included new Rockwell Street and
project(there are short construction seasons in Riverside Drive bridges as well as downstream
Estes Park due to winter weather and summer floodplain widening,as a significant flooding
tourism). The first season would include the event occurred in September 2013 that impacted
bulk of the work including downstream channel the project study area. Hydrology and hydraulics
widening,the Ivy and E. Riverside bridges, and analysis indicated that these three Bridges
the bulk of the roadway work so that the one-way needed to be completely rebuilt and elevated to
couplet configuration can be opened prior to the provide additional hydraulic capacity for the Big
start of the 2022 tourist season on Memorial Day Thompson River.The Environmental Assessment
weekend. The Rockwell Bridge and remaining (EA)was released for public comment between
items would be completed in the fall and winter of July 5 and August 5, 2016, with a Public Hearing
2022. Table 4, Estes Park Downtown Loop Project held on July 20, 2016.
Schedule, shows how the additional BUILD funds A Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI)for
seamlessly fits into the project schedule with no phase 1 improvements was signed on April
delay. 19, 2017.The issuance of the FONSI allowed
the project team to move forward with final
Right-of-Way design, right-of-way acquisition, and ultimately
Right-of-way acquisition for the project began in construction of the Phase 1 of the project. Phase 1
2017 with the initiation of acquisition for the seven included:
properties requiring full acquisition and relocation. . pavement rehabilitation on Elkhorn and
Through a Project and Reimbursable Agreement Moraine Avenues;
CDOT is completing the right of way acquisitions.
These acquisitions include the parcels required for • Realignment and the reconstruction of Riverside
the additional bridges that are part of this BUILD Drive and reconstruction of the Ivy Street
grant.The downstream channel widening would Bridge;
� take place on Town of Estes Park and CDOT parcels �
that are currently in a conservation easement but • New traffic signals at the Elkhorn/Riverside and
allow for construction of pathways. The addition Elkhorn/Moraine intersections;
of the multi-modal bike path on the south side of • New continuous pedestrian sidewalks, on street
the Big Thompson River would provide pedestrian bike lanes, and trail connection improvements;
access to these easements that does not exist
today. Additionally, CDOT has three isolated • Directional and wayfinding signage along the
parcels at the east end of the downstream channel corridors; and
widening that would be donated to the Town of • Landscaping and park replacements.
Estes Park for this project. The CFLHD would remain the lead agency for a
second FONSI to cover the additional elements in
Environmental Readiness this BUILD grant. The second FONSI would cover
The CFLHD was the lead Federal agency for the all of the remaining elements from the Proposed
Downtown Estes Loop Project.After extensive Action, Full Build, presented in the EA but not
public outreach,the project team advanced the covered in the FONSI for Phase 1. It is anticipated
conversion of Elkhorn Avenue, Moraine Avenue, this FONSI can be completed in four to six months.
and Riverside Drive from the existing two-way
configuration to a one-way couplet,with a new Ivy
Street bridge over the Big Thompson River,which
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Benefit-Cost Analysis Appendix
Downtown Estes Loop
2019 BUILD Grant Application
Prepared for CDOT by AECOM
July 15, 2019
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Benefit Cost Analysis Memorandum Colorado Department of Transportation
Executive Summary ...............................................................................................3
1. I ntrod uction...................................................................................................6
2. Benefit Analysis Framework.........................................................................7
3. Analysis Assumptions...................................................................................8
4. Benefits Methodology...................................................................................9
Safety......................................................................................................................................................9
Reduced Roadway Fatalities and Crashes...............................................................................................9
Economic Competitiveness.................................................................................................................... 10
VehicleDelay Savings........................................................................................................................... 10
State of Good Repair and Residual Value.............................................................................................. 10
Environmental Protection....................................................................................................................... 10
EmissionsSavings ................................................................................................................................ 11
Qualityof Life........................................................................................................................................ 11
FloodAvoidance Benefit........................................................................................................................ 11
5. Costs ..........................................................................................................12
CapitalCosts......................................................................................................................................... 12
Operations and Maintenance Costs....................................................................................................... 13
6. BCA Results ...............................................................................................14
Appendix A List of Supporting Documents ...........................................................15
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Exhibit1 — Impact Matrix..........................................................................................................................4
Exhibit 2—Costs and Key Benefits Delivered by Long-Term Outcomes (2023—2052).............................5
Exhibit 3—BCA Calculation Inputs...........................................................................................................8
Exhibit 4— Five Year Crash History (2013-2017)......................................................................................9
Exhibit 5—Summary of Project Cost (2017$)......................................................................................... 12
Exhibit6—BCA Results......................................................................................................................... 14
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Executive Summary
A benefit-cost analysis (BCA) was conducted to support the grant application of the Colorado
Department of Transportation (CDOT)for the Department of Transportation's BUILD Grants in
2019. This analysis was conducted in accordance with the 2018 Benefit-Cost Analysis Guidance
for Discretionary Grant Programs. Capital outlays are scheduled to begin in 2021, and end in
2023.All values are in 2017 dollars discounted to 2019, and cover a 30-year analysis period
following completion (2023).
Exhibit 1 presents the Impact Matrix, which describes the baseline, the Project as a whole, and
the estimated results.
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Current Economic Benefit
Status/Baseline Change to (Net Present Values, Page
& Problem to Baseline or Types of Impacts Affected Population $2017 M) Reference
be Addressed Alternatives Discounted at 7% in BCA
Estes Park is a Safety:
gateway to
Rocky Reduced Roadway Fatalities and Crashes Drivers and passengers $1.16 9
Mountain
National Park, Street and Economic Competitiveness:
which receives intersection Vehicle Delay Avoided Drivers $57.61 10
millions of improvements
visitors every Will ease CDOT
year. The Residual Savings $1.68 10
visitor volume congestion and Taxpayers
creates traffic reduce vehicle Environmental Protection:
con estion on delay.
g Additionally, Emissions Benefits All residents and non-residents $0.05 11
the town's main channel
roads. Quality of Life:
Additionally, Widening will
periodic reduce the risk
flooding of Big of flooding.
Thompson Flood Avoidance Benefit Property Owners $2.60 11
River threatens
nearby
properties.
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Exhibit 2 summarizes long-term outcomes of the Project. Taken in total, the Project provides
$61.65 million in benefits - reduced roadway fatalities and crashes, vehicle delay savings,
residual savings, emissions benefits, and a flood avoidance benefit— over the analysis period,
using a 7 percent discount rate. Compared to a similarly discounted cost estimate, the Benefit-
Cost Ratio for the Project is 1.66, a solid return on this critical investment for the region. The net
benefits of the Project are $24.62 million using a 7 percent discount rate.
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30 Year Analysis Period(2023-2052) -�--���n+a-�-
Costs (2017 $M)
Capital Cost $32.291
Sunk Costs $4.740
Total Costs $37.031
Benefits (2017 $M)
Safety Benefits
Reduced Roadway Fatalities and Crashes $1.160
Sub-Total $1.160
State of Good Repair Benefits
Described qualitatively
Economic Vitality Benefits
Vehicle Delay Avoided $57.614
Residual Savings $1.682
Sub-Total $59.297
Environmental Protection
Emissions Benefits $0.053
Sub-Total $0.053
Quality of Life
Flood Avoidance Benefit $2.596
Sub-Total $2.596
Operating & Maintenance Costs $1.453
TotalBenefits $61.653
Outcome
Net Benefits (2017 $M) $24.622
Benefit-Cost Ratio 1.66
Source:AECOM
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1 . Introduction
The purpose of the Downtown Estes Loop project is to improve access to and from Rocky
Mountain National Park (RMNP) through Downtown Estes Park by reducing travel time,
congestion, and pedestrian and vehicle conflicts through downtown Estes Park as well as the
associated negative impacts to visitor experience. The project is needed to improve system
management and reduce severe congestion of the existing roadway network for both motorized
and non-motorized users accessing and leaving RMNP. The Downtown Estes Loop Project
addresses several issues that have challenged the Town of Estes Park including:
• Providing significant travel time savings through Downtown Estes Park during peak travel
times. These savings include travel time savings through the project limits via improved
intersection operations that reduce long queues that back up through multiple downtown
intersections.
• The one-way couplet known as the Downtown Estes Loop roadway and intersection
configuration reduces vehicle to vehicle and vehicle to pedestrian conflict points from 135
total to 95 (reduction of 40 conflict points).
• Improved pedestrian and bicycle facilities. The project will provide a continuous sidewalk
with improved crossings of the roadway and a continuous on street bikeway.
• Improved efficiency and mobility will improve quality of life for Estes Park residents and
more than 4.5 million annual visitors to Rocky Mountain National Park
• Better transit operations and multi-modal connections. The improved operations reduce
delays for both the Town of Estes Park transit shuttle system and the RMNP shuttles.
These improved operations include multi-modal pedestrian and bicycle connections to the
Town's Visitor and Transit Center and recently constructed Parking Facility east of
Downtown.
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2. Benefit Analysis Framework
The benefits analysis was conducted using the Benefit-Cost Analysis Guidance for Discretionary
Grant Programs document as a guide for preferred methods and monetized values. The
parameters of the benefits analysis follow the protocols set by the Office of Management and
Budget (OMB) CircularA-94 as well as the recommended benefit quantification methods by the
U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), the United States Army Corps of Engineers, the
Federal Emergency Management Agency, and U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service.
Generally, standard factors and values accepted by federal agencies were used for the benefits
calculation except in cases where Project-specific values or prices were available. In all such
cases, modifications are noted and references are provided for data sources. The analysis
follows a conservative estimation of the benefits and assesses some of the benefits
qualitatively. By adhering to a strict standard of what could be included in the benefits analysis,
actual total benefits may be greater than depicted in the results.
The baseline assumes that the Project will not be built. Under the baseline, the purpose of and
need for the Project would not be met. The Project was compared to the baseline to identify
benefits and costs.
A custom model was developed to estimate the future benefits for the Project. Benefits were
estimated over a 30-year period of analysis beginning when construction ends and concluding
after 30 full years of operations. The base year is 2019 and all values were discounted to the
base year.
The benefits are expressed in constant 2017 dollars, which avoids forecasting future inflation
and escalating future values for benefits and costs accordingly. The gross domestic product
chained price index from the OMB was used to adjust past cost estimates or price values into
2017 dollar terms (OMB, 2018).
The use of constant dollar values requires the use of a real discount rate for discounting to the
present value. Projects expecting to use federal funding are required to use a 7 percent
discount rate.
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3. Analysis Assumptions
A list of assumptions for the Project is provided in the BCA workbook as well as in Exhibit 3.
Input Value Source
General
Discount rate 2018 BCA Guidance for Discretionary Grant
7% Programs
See
"Deflator" httas://www.whitehouse.aov/sites/whitehouse.a
Deflator Sheet ov/files/omb/budaet/fv2018/hist10z1.xls
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� Discount year � 2019 � �
� Construction start year � 2021 � �
� Benefits analysis start year � 2023 � �
Anal sis period ears 30
Safet
O — No Injury (2017$) $3,200
� C— Possible Injury (2017$) � $63,900 �
� B—Non-incapacitating (2017$) � $125,000 �
� A— Incapacitating (2017$) � $459,100 � 2018 BCA Guidance for Discretionary Grant
� K—Killed (2017$) � $9,600,000 � Programs
� Injured (severity unknown) � $174,000 �
PDO $4,300
Economic Com etitiveness
Value of Time (2017$), private vehicle 2018 BCA Guidance for Discretionary Grant
travel time per person hour, personal $14.80 Programs
Vehicle Occu anc 2.79 National Park Service Statistics
Environmental Protection
nepis.epa.gov/Exe/ZyPURL.cgi?Dockey=P 100
LDGV Emissions Rates g/hr VOC 2.683 EVXV.TXT
nepis.epa.gov/Exe/ZyPURL.cgi?Dockey=P 100
LDGV Emissions Rates g/hr NOX 3.515 EVXV.TXT
VOC Value of Emissions (2017$) per 2018 Benefit-Cost Analysis Guidance for
short ton $2,000 Discretionary Grant Programs
NOx Value of Emissions (2017$) per 2018 Benefit-Cost Analysis Guidance for
short ton $8,300 Discretionary Grant Programs
PM Value of Emissions (2017$) per short 2018 Benefit-Cost Analysis Guidance for
ton $377,800 Discretionary Grant Programs
SOx Value of Emissions (2017$) per 2018 Benefit-Cost Analysis Guidance for
short ton $48,900 Discretionary Grant Programs
2018 Benefit-Cost Analysis Guidance for
Short tons per Metric Ton 1.1015 Discretionary Grant Programs
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4. Benefits Methodology
The methodology used to estimate the benefits of the Project are described in the following
sections.
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The Project would result in safety benefits by making safety improvements to the streets of
Estes Park. The methodology for calculating this benefit is described in this section.
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As part of the Project, improvements will be made to make the streets of downtown Estes Park
safer for cars, cyclists, and pedestrians. These safety improvements will reduce the number of
crashes, specifically by making some streets one-way, and by adding a roundabout. The
analysis used 5 year crash data spanning from 2013 to 2017.A spatial analysis was performed
to identify crashes in locations where safety improvements will be installed, specifically on
Moraine Avenue, which will become a one-way street, and at the intersection of Moraine Avenue
and West Riverside Drive, where a roundabout will be put in place. For street crashes, only
those that were classified as non-intersection crashes were identified for the analysis. The
number of crashes, by severity, is shown below in Exhibit 4:
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I Fatality Injury PDO I Total
Roundabout Crashes I 0 I 1 1 I 2
Street Crashes I 0 I 3 I 17 I 20
Source:CDOT
Crash modification factors were applied to roundabout crashes and street crashes. While the
crash modification factors sourced from studies may not be a perfect representation of the
improvements that are part of the Project, the closest available ones were used for the analysis.
For roundabout crashes, a crash modification factor for converting an intersection with minor-
road stop control to a modern roundabout was applied.' The crash modification factor amounted
to 0.56. For street crashes, a crash modification factor of converting frontage road from two-way
operation to one-way operation was applied.Z The crash modification factor amounted to 0.17.
Using these crash modification factors, the number of crashes avoided was estimated.
The total annual value for crash severity is based on USDOT guidance and the National
Highway Safety Council estimates for the value of avoiding a crash. These estimates are
applied to the number of crashes avoided to estimate the total value of crashes avoided from
safety improvements. The total reduction in road crashes results in $1.16 million in
benefits, discounted at 7 percent.
' Rodegerdts, L.A., Blogg, M.,Wemple, E., Myers, E., Kyte, M., Dixon, M., List, G., Flannery,A.,Troutbeck, R.,
Brilon,W.,Wu, N., Persaud, B., Lyon, C., Harkey, D., and Carter, D., "NCHRP Report 572:Applying Roundabouts in
the United States."Washington, D.C.,Transportation Research Board, National Research Council, (2007)
z Eisele,W. L., Yager, C. E., Brewer, M.A., Frawley,W. E., Park, E. S., Lord, D., Robertson, J.A., and Kuo, Peifen.
"Safety and Economic Impacts of Converting Two-way Frontage Roads to One-way: Methodology and Findings."
Report 0-5856-1, Texas Transportation Institute, College Station, TX., (2011).
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The Project would produce economic benefits by reducing vehicle delays, resulting in travel cost
savings. It will also result in a residual value benefit. The methodologies for calculating these
benefits are described in this section.
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Under present conditions, during the summer peak visitor season, vehicles experience delays of
as high as over a minute at certain intersection in Estes Park. The improvements of operations
of these intersections that will be performed under the Build Alternative would provide significant
delay reductions, thus leading to travel time savings for drivers and passengers of their vehicles.
Delays at intersections slated to benefit from the Project were identified for both No Build and
Build Alternatives, sourced from CDOT and from the Traffic Conditions Report of the Downtown
Estes Loop Environmental Assessment.3 Peak hour traffic volumes were also taken from the
Traffic Conditions Report. Using guidance from CDOT and the Traffic Conditions Report, the
number of hours of congestion was determined, amounting to 5 hours per congested day.
Presently, most congestion happens on weekends during the tourist season which lasts from
June to October. As tourist traffic is expected to increase, by 2040 congestion is expected to
extend beyond the tourist season and not just be limited to weekends, but also extend into the
early and late parts of the workweek. With the help of data from CDOT, it was assumed that the
number of congested days will grow from 40 days in 2018 to 140 days in 2040.
The vehicle hours of delay avoided for each year were calculated by taking the delay savings
per vehicle between the Build and No Build alternatives, and multiplying it by the peak volumes.
The result was multiplied by the number of hours of congestion for each congested day, and by
the number of congested days per year. Since data was only available for 2018 and 2040,
savings were interpolated for the years in between, and extrapolated for the years after, using a
1.46% growth rate, which corresponds to the traffic growth rate between 2018 and 2040.
Vehicle occupancy was calculated using visitor and vehicle statistics from the National Park
Service for Beaver Meadows in Rocky Mountain National Park.4 Multiplying the annual vehicle
hours saved by the average vehicle occupancy (2.79) and the personal value of time ($14.80 in
2017 dollars), as found in Exhibit 3, yields the total travel time savings. The total travel time
savings for the Project amounts to $57.6 million discounted at 7 percent.
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Construction of the Project results in residual value after the end of the 30-year analysis period,
as the useful life of many of the Project's components is greater than 30 years. For those
components that have a useful life less than 30 years, recapitalization was performed at the end
of their useful life and the remaining useful life of the recapitalized asset was applied in the
residual value calculations. The remaining value of all components is discounted from the last
year of the 30-year analysis period. The value of the remaining useful life for the Project
discounted at 7 percent is $1.68 million.
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The Project would result in environmental protection benefits by reducing idling emissions as
cars would experience less intersection delay. The methodology for calculating this net result is
described in this section.
3 USDOT.Volume 3:Technical Reports of the Environmental Assessment(EA)for the Downtown Estes Loop Project.
June 2016.
4 National Park Service Visitor Use Statistics. Rocky Mountain NP(ROMO).
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The decrease in vehicle delays at intersections in the Build Alternative would lead to reduced
auto idling emissions. Idling emissions were calculated for this analysis, using emissions rates
from USDOT guidance for volatile organic compounds (VOC), nitrogen oxides (NOx). The rates
for automobiles are shown in Exhibit 3.The tons of emissions reduced were summed and
monetized using the recommended value of emissions from 2018 USDOT guidance,5 also
shown in Exhibit 3. In total, the Project results in net emissions savings of$0.05 million
when discounted at 7 percent.
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The Project also addresses flooding in the area, thus improving the quality of life for property
owners in flood-prone areas.
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The downstream flood improvements that are part of the Build Alternative would prevent
flooding of properties near Big Thompson River. This would lead to flood insurance savings, as
affected properties would no longer be in a flood-prone zone. It was assumed that the affected
properties would no longer need to buy flood insurance under the Build Alternative. Flood zones
that affected properties are currently in were determined using FEMA flood maps. Improvement
values of affected properties were sourced from Larimer County's assessor's website, and were
converted to 2017 dollars using gross domestic product chained price index from the OMB.
Using flood insurance rates for each flood zone, sourced from Appendix J of the NFIP Flood
Insurance Manual, the annual premiums for affected properties were calculated.6 Since the
Project would prevent flooding to these properties, the annual flood insurance premiums
represent savings to the property owners. The value of contents of each structure and the
premium paid to insure them was not considered in this analysis. The benefit also does not
assume appreciation of properties throughout the analysis period. In total, the Project results
in a f/ood avoidance benefit of$2.6 million when discounted at 7 percent.
5 2018 Benefit-Cost Analysis Guidance for Discretionary Grant Programs,
https://www.transportation.gov/sites/dot.gov/files/docs/mission/office-policy/transportation-policy/284031/benefit-cost-
analysis-guidance-2018.pdf
6 FEMA.April 2019 NIFP Flood Insurance Manual.Appendix J: Rate Tables; https://www.fema.gov/media-library-
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The Project has two cost components: the initial capital costs and the operating and
maintenance (O&M) costs needed for recapitalization of assets. The components used in this
analysis are described in this section.
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The capital costs for the Project include the costs for right of way, utilities, design, and
construction (Exhibit 5). The capital costs are applied beginning in 2021 and ending in 2023.
Capital costs were given in 2019 dollars and were deflated to 2017 dollars for the analysis. It is
estimated that the individual project costs are expended equally over the construction periods.
Professional
Construction ROW(and (Design, PM,
Ca ital Utilities CM Total
Roadwa
Concrete Lanes (Roundabout and
Elkhorn/Riverside Intersection) $3,098,817 $1,227,906 $836,681 $5,163,405
New Reconstruction (Eastbound -
Riverside Road) $3,292,494 $484,190 $888,973 $4,665,657
Rehabilitation (Westbound - Elkhorn
and Moraine) $1,307,314 $0 $353,459 $1,660,772
Roadway Subtotal $11,489,834
Bridges
Ivy Street Bridge (Full Reconstruction) $2,324,113 $1,340,239 $627,511 $4,291,862
Rockwell Bridge (Full Reconstruction) I $1,936,761 I $1,358,638 I $581,028 I $3,876,427 I
East Riverside Bridge (Full
Reconstruction) $3,098,817 $959,665 $929,645 $4,988,128
Downstream Multi-use Pedestrian
Bridge $232,411 $0 $62,945 $295,356
Brid es Subtotal $13,451,773
Others
Downstream Flood Improvements
(Channel Widenin�) $12,104,756 $0 $2,057,808 $14,162,564
Relocate Public Restroom I $677,866 I $557,787 I $182,056 I $1,417,709 I
Downstream Multi-Use Path $1,559,093 $0 $421,246 $1,980,338
Others Subtotal $17,560,611
Total I $42,502,219 I
Part of the costs above have already been expended, and are classified as sunk costs for this
analysis. These costs were spent on right of way acquisitions and professional services,
amount to $3.86 million in 2017 dollars, and were assumed to be expended between 2015 and
2017.
The total capital costs for the Project, including sunk costs, discounted at 7 percent are
$37.03 million.
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Because some components of the Project have a useful life that is shorter than the analysis
period, they will need to be replaced before the analysis period is over. This mostly applies to
pavement which has a useful life of 15-20 years. Recapitalization costs, assumed to amount to
the construction and professional services costs of a component, were assumed to be
expended in the last year of a component's useful life. The total operations and maintenance
costs for the Project discounted at 7 percent are $1.45 million.
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6. BCA Results
The analysis results in a total Project BCA ratio of 1.66 when discounted at a rate of 7 percent.
Exhibit 6 displays a summary of the BCA results for the bundle.
Exhibit 6 — BCA
30 Year Analysis Period(2023-2052) —�� —� —
Costs (2017 $M)
Capital Cost $32.291
Sunk Costs $4.740
Total Costs $37.031
Benefits (2017 $M)
Safety Benefits
Reduced Roadway Fatalities and Crashes $1.160
Sub-Total $1.160
State of Good Repair Benefits
Described qualitatively
Economic Vitality Benefits
Vehicle Delay Avoided $57.614
Residual Savings $1.682
Sub-Total $59.297
Environmental Protection
Emissions Benefits $0.053
Sub-Total $0.053
Quality of Life
Flood Avoidance Benefit $2.596
Sub-Total $2.596
Operating & Maintenance Costs $1.453
Total Benefits $61.653
Outcome
Net Benefits (2017 $M) $24.622
Benefit-Cost Ratio 1.66
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Final Policy Guidance, August 2013
White House Office of Management and Budget. Historical Tables, Table 10.1 — Gross Domestic
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June 07, 2019
Office of Infrastructure, Finance and Innovation
Office of the Secretary of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Ave, SE
Washington DC 20590
RE: DOT BUILD grant application support from the Town of Estes Park Board oF
Trustees
Dear Madam Secretary:
The Town of Estes Park Board of Trustees supports this applica#ion for a Better Utilizing
Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD} grant from the Department of
Transportation. The proposed project will address transportation and flood resiliency
needs in our community, and is a second phase for the funded Federal Lands Access
Program (Access Program) project that is currently underway, the Downtown Estes
Loop. Estes Park is a community of 6,000 full time r�sidents which nearly doubles each
summer. In 2018 we hosted over 3,700,040 visitors. Our neighbor, Rocky Mountain
National Par#c (RMNP}, recorded 4.6 million �isitors making it the third most visited
natior�al park in our country.
This application will allow us to complete the full build of the Downtown Estes Loop
Project. This work includes widening the Big Thompson River channel between the US
Hig#�way 36 Bridge to the Riverside Bridge and the additian of a multi-use pa#h on a
new fiood overfiow bench. This will allow cyclists to avoid traffic and �ehicular conflicts
on the parallel Highway 36.
This project also includes replacemen# of the Ri�erside Bridge and t�e Rockwell Bridge.
Both bridges are undersized to convey the one percent annua! flows for Big Thompson
River. This is a critical and necessary project, fundamental to the health of our Town,
and is consistent with the vision of the BUILD program.
A benefit of this proposed project is substantiat reduction of flood damage risk and
reduced floodplain limits along this segment of the river. This will translate to decreased
ffood insurance premiums for over 20 properties, many with multi-use occupancies. ft
will also remo�e US 36 from the floodplain and keep this essential transportation
corridor open during the next one percent probability flood. Cor�struction could occur in
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2021/2022 concurrent with the initial phase of construction of the Downtown Estes
Loop, minimizing the duration of business disruption to one (or possibly two)
construction season(s).
The Town oniy recently completed construction reco�ery work from the 2013 flood that
caused over $54 mEllion in damage in the Estes Valley. It wfll be years before we
receive final reimbursements from FEMA. With limited resources, the Town
acknowledges and appreciates the opportunity to receive consideration for federal
funding o#this BUILD projec#. While we are a small Town with limited resources, the
Board has agreed to contribute $1.5 million from General Fund revenue to supplement
the $4.2 million Eocal funding match aiready committed to the Downtown Estes Loop
project.
Once complete, this project will provide significant benefit to Estes Park, the region, the
state, and the federal go�ernment because of our proximity to the national park and
national forest. The added benefit of a multi-use trail #hat connects directly witl� the
Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant-funded transit hub and parking structure will
mo�e our community closer to completion of a multimodal connection between this
structure and RMNP. The Town is currently woricing on another trail project in#o RMNP
along Fall River. The completion of the two trails will provide a loop into RMNP from
historic downtown Estes Park.
The Town Board ex�resses its gratitude to DOT for this opportur�ity and for the current
and past suppo�t. The infrastructure work that is needed to support millions of visitors
would not be possible without DOT grants. As a premiere national and global
destination, we welcome this partnership to impro�e our infrastructure for residents and
guests as a place to live, work and visit. A favorable consideration of this application
would be very much appreciated.
Re ards,
Todd Ji�sa, Mayor
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Dear Madam Secretary,
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is pleased to provide this letter of
support for the Town of Estes Park's application for the Better Utilizing Investments to
Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant program, for the Big Thompson Bridge, Channel
and Trail Improvements project.
This project includes channel widening along the Big Thompson River between
Highway 36 Bridge and Riverside Bridge, and the addition of a multi-use path on a
new flood overflow bench. It will also replace the Riverside Bridge and the Rockwell
Bridge. Both bridges are undersized to convey the one percent annual flow for Big
Thompson River. This is a critical and necessary project, fundamental to the health of
the Town, and is consistent with the vision of the BUILD program.
A benefit of this proposed project is substantial reduction of flood damage risk and
reduced floodplain limits along this segment of the river. This will translate to
decreased flood insurance premiums for over 20 properties, many with multi-use
occupancies. It will also remove US 36 from the floodplain and keep this essential
transportatian corridor open during the next one percent probability flood.
Construction could occur in 2021-2022 concurrent with the initial phase of
construction of the Downtown Estes Loop (funded by Central Federal Lands Access
Program), minimizing the duration of business disruption to one (or possibly two)
construction season(s). The estimated cost for this project is substantial, and as a
small mountain town, this grant will support a project that benefits this area, the
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state and federal government as a gateway community to the third most visited
national park in the country, Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP).
The multi-modal trail will provide another transportation option helping to address
congestion. RMNP continues to experience record visitors, and 2018 documented 4.6
mitlion people, of which eighty percent come.through Estes Park, the two eastern
entrance stations. People who are interested in cycling currently do not have safe and
continuous options. This trail will help address this as a connection to the Visitor's
Center and proposed trails along Fall River and Moraine Avenue.
CDOT Region 4 supports Estes Park's application, as it will help meet and exceed
visitor expectations and experiences when arriving to the Town and RMNP. Specifically,
this project will mitigate flood damage that the Town experienced during the 2013
Flood, protecting people and property. The Town will become a more resilient
community able to recover more quickly following a flood.
When the BUILD Grant is awarded, we look forward to continuin� our collaborative efforts
to provide a positive traveling experience for our Rocky Mountain residents and guests. We
feel this is an excellent opportunity to show our community that Estes Park, RMNP and
CDOT, as partners, value and promote the devetopment of a safe transportation system.
We hope that you will carefutly consider this application and its benefits.
Sincerely,
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June 19, 2019
Honorable Elaine Chao
Office of Infrastructure, Finance and Innovation
Office of the Secretary of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington, D.C. 20590
Dear Secretary Chao:
I write to express my support for the application submitted by the Town of Estes Park(the Town)to the
U.S. Department of Transportation, for funding from the Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage
Development(BUILD) Transportation Discretionary Grant program. If awarded, the Town will fund the
Big Thompson River Bridge, Channel and Trail Improvements.
The Town has 6,000 full time residents and is considered a gateway community to Rocky Mountain
National Park(the Park). The Park hosts millions of guests each year and is ranked the third most visited
national park in the country. In 2013, the Town experienced majar flooding resulting in road closures for
State Highways 7, 34 and 36,which access Estes Park. Elkhorn Avenue (US36),the main street of
downtown and the main access road to the Park, flooded from the rivers overtopping. BUILD monies will
help address flooding risks in the downtown area, keeping US36 open for emergencies, residents and
visitors.
The proposed improvements are critical to the safety of the Town and will add to the resiliency of the
community when faced with natural disasters. I encourage you to give the grant application submitted by
the Town of Estes Park, every appropriate review consistent with all applicable laws and regulations.
Thank you for your review, and please notify my office of any funds awarded.
Sincerely,
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Taear Madarn Secretary,
I am writing to express my support of the Town�f Estes Park's application far a BLTILD
Transportation C'�rani from the U.S. Department of Transpprtation,
The Tawn of�stes Park was se�erely impacted by the signifacant floodin� event of the Big
Thampson River in 2Q13. Since#hen, the Town has worked diligently to repair the immense
damage. Cstes Park is commi�ted to impro�ing community flood resiliency and hopes to rebuild,
lengthen, and ele�ate the Rpckwell, an�Ri�erside Bridges as well as widen the channel along
the Sig Thampson Ri�er between the Highway 36 Bridge and the Ri�erside Bridge to ensure the
safety and health of this cvmmunity.
Currently, the Town of Cstes Park is in need of'funds necessary for this proje�t. If apprv�ed,this
praposal wQuld positively impact the li�es of p�er 5,8aD residents af Estes Park and nearly 3
million annual visitors. This project will decrease flaod insurance premtums far o�er 20
praperties and remn�e L1S 36 fram the flaodplain. Estes Park has propased construction oc�ur in
2D21-2d2�,which is conc�rrent with plans ta Gonstruct the Downiown Estes Loop, which
recei�ed funds from D�T#o reduce suhstantial traf�c congestian. These simultaneaus
construction plans would reduce the disruption lacal businesses may face.
I ask that you gi�e the Town afEstes Park's applica#ion full and fair cansideratian. Should ya�
ha�e any questions, please feel free #o c�ntact my nf�ce.
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June 28, 2019
Office of Infrastructure, Finance and Innovation
Office of the Secretary of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Ave SE
Washington, DC 20590
Dear Madam Secretary:
I am writing this letter in support for the Big Thompson River, Bridge, Channel and
Trail Improvements Project through the BUILD program.
Estes Park was significantly affected by a large flood in 2013, which impacted many
communities throughout northern Colorado. Subsequent to that event, a restudy of
the floodplain through town indicates that the flood risk was much great than
previously suspected. The reach in question represents a significant choke point for
conveying floodwaters through town, and an expansion of flood conveyance through
this reach will significantly lower the risk through town.
The benefits of this are numerous. Most significantly, implementation of this project
will result in increased health, safety, and welfare for residents and visitors of the
town. In addition, construction of this project will result in increased highway safety,
allowing the highway to remain open for operations like evacuations during any
subsequent flood events. It will also positively impact numerous business owners in
the downtown area, whose properties were built according to the best information
available at the time, but are now known to be more prone to risk than ever thought.
A big part of the solution to all of these problems can be found with this project. The
floodplain issue through town is difficult to solve due to a high volume of existing
infrastructure that was built according to standards at the time of construction, and
narrow channel and floodplain widths in the area.
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As the state agency charged with managing the National Flood Insurance Program on
behalf of the State of Colorado, the Colorado Water Conservation Board fully supports
this project and I urge implementation of it to support mitigation of the flood risk and
the increase in public safety for the Town of Estes Park and its highways and
infrastructure.
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RE: TAB Support Letter far BUILD Grant
Dear Madam Secretary:
The purpose of this letter is to express our enthusiastic support for the Town of Estes Park's
grant application for the 2019 Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD)
funding. We, the local citizen members of the Transportation Advisory Board (TAB), support the
Phase 2 of the Downtown Estes LOOP project arid recognize it's critical infrastructure
improvements to our powntown. The praject will effectively build and repair crucial pieces of
our transportation network, provide multi-modal connectivity to help relieve traffic congestion,
improve resiliency and flood mitigation, as well as significanly upgrade stormwater
infrastructure conditions, all of which directly impacts the economic vitality of Estes Park's
Downtown.
The Phase 2 Downtown L;stes Loop project aligns with the Estes Park Downtown Plan, adopted
by the Town of Estes Park on 3anuary 23, 2018. The Downtown Plan provides direction and
understanding in the need for resi�iency. Providing muli-modal infrastructure is a key
companent to sustaining a thriving economy, which is recognized in the adopted Downtown
Plan. TAB considers the implementation of Phase 2 project as fullfilling the Downtown Plan,
which we enthusiasticaly su�port.
In April 2019, the Town Trustees unanimously approved a Complete Streets Policy that requires
the consideration of all users in all transportation network designs. The Phase 2 project aligns
with the Estes Park Camplete Streets expectations. Securing the B�lCLD funds is critical for the
Town's continued effort to improve transportation for all users and complement the current
funding of the Downtown Estes Loop.
Providing multi-modal transportation and a network of connected pathways allows our year
round residents, and seasonal employees, easier access to their powntown workplace without
using a car. Many living in the Estes Park valley do not have access to vehicles; therefore, must
rely on unsafe means to arrive and be in Downtown. 5easonal employees, people with diverse
work shifts, and visitors without cars are users that are nat represented in the current failed
infrastructure. The Phase 2 project would address the various inequities (economic, physical
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mobility needs, age) and offer solutions across the community. Estes Park has a diverse age
popuiation, but has focused on automobile users. If you choose to ride a bike, there is no legal
route in our powntown beyond riding on the congested main street highway. Young employees,
residents and visitors are currentiy forced to ride on roadways packed with distracted drivers and
large RV vehicles. A family wanting to rent bikes from a local business are not currently able to
safely access the Downtown Corridor. T�e Phase 2 project provides wise planning of a detached
bike path that doubles as a flaad mitigation area. Cyclists will no longer have to risk their lives
when merely trying to arrive on time to work or enjoy a mountain town afternoon.
[n anticipation of receiving these funds, TAB looks forward to continuing the community's
collaboration with Central Federal Lands Highway Di�ision {CFLHD}and CDOT in our joint
effort to improve the traveling experience for Rocky Mountain National Park visitors, as well as
enhancing environmental pratections. The benefits are significant. Providing safe and
comfortable multi-modal transportation infrastructure, pedestrian, bicycle and transit users can
reduce �evels of CO2 while accessing the third most visited park in the country. According to
RMNP Superintendent Darla Sidles, 4.6 millior� people visited the park in 2018 and 80 percent
were through the east side, and of these two-thirds traveled the Beaver Meadows Entrance via
Downtown's Moraine Avenue.
Estes Aark's proximity to RMNP, a gateway community, has influenced the creation of an
outdoor recreation economy that has become significant to the region and state. We believe the
Phase 2 of the Estes Aark 1�40P Project is an excellent project for BUILD funding as it allows
for continued infrastructure improvements to our economy. For a Town of only 5,85$ full time
residents, we host o�er 3 million visitors and outdoor enthusiasts annually. Being good
environmental stewards is a community value, but our rural economy makes it challenging to
uphold the demands of millians of visitors on our transp�,rtation system. We strive to
accommodate our visitors and residents, making infrastructure impro�ements meet the needs of
all users. Our community, howe�er, has limited resources. Grant funding is welcomed and is an
important addition to meet our capital improvement needs. TAB appreciates the grant
opportunity and the significant impact it can provide.
Thank you for your consideration and we hope that you find our support of this application
favarable as citizens of the Transportation Advisory Board.
Sin�ere�y, .
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Belle Morris
Chair
Town of Estes Park Transportation Advisory Board
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LARIMER COUNTY � BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSI�NERS
P,D. eox 1190,Fort tallins,Colorado Sfl522-1190,970.498.7010,Larimer.arg
July 2, 2019
O�t�ice o£�nfi:astxuctuie,Fulance and Ii�nova�ion
OEfice of the Secictai�J of Transportatiot�
1200 Ne�v Jersey Ave,S�
��ashington DC 2051b
De�r Niadam Secretar.-�,:
Oi�be��akE of the Larimer Couiit}�Commissioner5,I a�ii pleased to p�o�ride this letter oF support for the To�vn
o£Estes P1rk's application foi De�aztment of Tra��spo�:tatioaa's�3UILD gtant pragran� fof tlie Big Thompson
River Bric�ge,ChanneE and Trail Impro�rements project,This p�ojcct includes cl�annel�videning along Big
Thotnpson Rive�bel�veen Higl��vly 36 Bridge ar�d Rivetside Bridge. Il also i�zcludes lhe replacenlent of lhe
Riverside Btidge a:�d the Rock�vel�I3ricige, I3oth bridges are undeisized to canvey flo�vs associated�vith a one
peiccnt p�oUa6ilit�r flood oF thc Big Thompson River.
A be��efit of tk�is p:ea�osed pa:oject is substantial reduction o£�.00d dainage risk and ieduced floadplain lirnits
along this segment of the iivei. This �vill tratsslate to ciecteased flood insuiance preiniams for oveY 20
pro��erttes,rnany luith mul�i-�se occupancics. It will also icmovc US 36 froin the floociplaui and kee� this
essential transportation coiric3or opetl r�uring 117e i7e�t ane pe�cent proUaUility flood. Construccion cauld
occur in 2021/2022 co��cur�ent�vitl� the initial pl�ase o�cons�tuction of the Do�vnto�v�a Estes Loop,
minitruzing the duxation of 6usiness disrupt�on to one (or�ossi6ly hvo) construct[on season(s}.
The project presents an exciting opportu�uty for the To�vn oF�:stes Y'ark to bccome a moie resilient
community, saFer Era�n futuie fiooding,and better accamn�odating residents at�d guests visiting Racicy
Mountain Nadonal l'aa:k{R1VIl�iP). TI�c To�vn is the gate�vay connnn��niry to AMNP laostic�g millions of visitors
each j�ear. lls smail cort�mE3iitty, this BUII,I7 grant progr_am will make dvs projeci possible.
�`Ve consider aurselves a strong��rtnei�tvit�� Che To�vn on tlus project and its effort to continue to improve rYs
inf�asuucture. 1�e hope that you�vill loak Eavorabl�T on this p�o�ecY and the'1'a��n's applicat.ion.
Since•�y.
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Tom Donnelly
Chau,Larimer County Board oF Commissianers
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Office of the Secretary of Transportation
1240 New lersey Ave, 5�
Washingtnn DC 20590
Dear MacEam 5ecretary:
T�e Estes Park Economic Developmen#Corporation subrnits this fetter of support on behalf of
our Board of Directors,which includes [oca� busines�es, busi�ess associatians and key taxing districts in
the �stes Valiey region af Coforado.
Due to the geography of tf�e Estes Ualfey, our downtown is lacated at the confluence of twa
rive�-s, and is a choke point for road aceess to the southern entrance to Rocky Mountain NatEonal Park
(RMNP). Estes Park was awarded a Federal Lands Access Program grant to improve access ta RMNP by
impro�ing our downtown state highway and completing a one-way coupfet, reducing congestion. RMNP
i�the third-most vlsited National Park ir�the country,with 4,59 rnillion�isitors in 2018. The road
�rnprovements included in the Clawntown �stes �.00p praject will also pro�ide downtown rr3ulti-modal
transportatio�r traiks, decreasing the need for�isitors to seek parking spaces in downtown and a[ong this
busy aceess corridor to RMNP.
In September 2013, Estes PariC was at t�►e center�f the Colorado filoods, which caused extensi�e
ffoading in downtawn Estes Park. R�cent hydrvlogy stucfies sUggest that 156 downtown comrnercial
prvperties wil! now be in the downtown flaod plain, resulting in an ongoing vulnerability for �stes Park's
core cornmertial corridor. Upgrades to two bridges (in the BU1LD �roject and � in the LOOP project) and
widening of the downstream ri�er channel by the eastern end of downtowr�will be cruciaE to rr�itigating
t�e risk af future flQads.
The Board of Estes Park EDC joins in supporting this important project. We respectfualy ask
appro�al of this grant applica�ion,which will proWide substantial berie�its to both Estes Fark and the
millions of guests who travel here each year.
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June 21,2019
Office of Infrastructure, Finance and Innovation
Office of the Secretary of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Ave,SE
Washington DC 20590
Dear Madam Secretary,
The Estes Valley Recreation and Park District(EVRPD)enthusiastically supports the Town of Estes Park's application for
BUILD grant funding to design and construct the Big Thompson River Bridge, Channel and Trail Improvements.These
enhancements are necessary to increase safety and recreational opportunities while reducing the potential for
catastrophic,flood-related impacts to the primary link through Estes Park for locals and a growing number(over 4.5
million in 2018}of visitors to Rocky Mountain National Park each year.
The devastating flood events of 2013 evidenced the urgency and need for these initiatives, and the proposed widening
of the Big Thompson River channel and replacement of two aging, undersized bridges(Riverside Bridge and Rockwell
Bridge)are examples of several expedited planning actions the Town of Estes Park has taken to mitigate the effects of
future disasters. When constructed,these improvements will also provide enhanced recreational access by establishing
a multiuse trail along the south riverbank.
The addition of a multiuse trail will also reduce traffic congestion often resulting in gridlock—which is an incessant
concern and complaint among locals and tourists—by providing several options for nonmotorized travel through
downtown Estes Park. Recent reports indicate the downtown traffic system in Estes Park rates at a failing level of service
45 days per year due to current conditions,with that number expected to double per annum by 2025 if no action is
taken to mitigate worsening conditions and the attendant effects on outdated infrastructure due to increasing visitation.
Also, these improvements could potentially be scheduled in concert with another critical infrastructure-improvement
effort—the Downtown Estes Loop—which is currently in motion and aimed at improving not only downtown traffic
flow, but the overall experience for users of the downtown/river corridor. In conjunction,these initiatives will increase
safety, protect property and extend the durability of critical infrastructure which is so often threatened by flood events.
It is EVRPD's hope that you will support the Town of Estes Park's pledge to move these efforts forward.They will not
only improve the heart of downtown Estes Park and gateways to Rocky Mountain National Park, but also help to make
the Estes Valley an ever better destination in which to live,travel and recreate.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
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Executive Director
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Office of Infrastructure, Finance and Innovation
Office of the Secretary of Transportation
120Q New Jersey Ave, SE
Washington DC 20590
Dear Madam Secretary:
The Estes Valley Watershed Coalition is contacting you to express our support for efforts being
made by the Town of Estes Park as outlined in their application for the BUILD Transportation
Discretionary Grant.
The Estes Valley flood of September 2013 showed that we still have much work to do to achieve
resilient, healthy and safe river systems throughout Estes Park, CO. The cr�alition was built in the
wake of the disaster upon the belief that the path forward requires a fundamental shift in how we
view and plan for our rivers. While rn�ny think of the river as a problem that must be fixed, the
coalition sees the river as the linchpin in the solution. Although engineering plans for the BUILD
program have not been reviewed in detail by our organization, reduced flood damage risk and
reduced floodplain limits along this segment of the river is a desirable outcome to protect the
surrounding area from floo�ing and any future flood damage, as well as contribute to stormwater
infrastructure improvement projects not currently funded. By improving the resiliency of the
downtown corridor,the future threat of significant flooding, as experienced in 2013, can be reduced.
EV WC takes a Watershed Approach to recovery and pl�,nning in a holistic manner and all
stakeholders are actively involved in selecting the management strategies that will be implemented
to solve the problems. We see the Town of Estes Park working community actions through the
development of a common vision that we too support through their application for the BUILD
Transportation Discretionary Grant to address flood mitigation efforts.
We are pleased to provide our support to the flood mitigation efforts of the Town of Estes Park
outlined through their grant application and hope you will consider its approval.
Thank you,
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Office of Infrastructure, Finance and Innovation
Office of the Secretary of Transportation
120Q New Jersey Ave, SE
Washington DC 20590
Dear Madam Secretary:
The Mission of the Estes Park Cycling Coalition (EPCC) is to promote and increase cycling of ali kinds in
the Estes Valley,through advocacy, education, partnerships and community building. This letter is
intended to demonstrate EPCC's strong support of the Town of Estes Park's application for the 2019
Department of Transportation's BUILD grant program for the Big Thompson River Bridge, Channel and
Trail Improvements.
This project includes channel widening along Big Thompson River between Highway 36 Bridge and
Riverside Bridge, and the additian of a multi-use path on a new flood overflow bench. It also includes
the replacement of the Riverside Bridge and the Rockwell Bridge. Both bridges are undersized to convey
the one percent annual flows for Big Thompson River. EPCC is supportive of this resiliency project to
help keep our community safe. We are especially interested in the proposed trail for bicyclists because
the path on the other side of this river is a dismount zone. This new trail will provide cyclists with a
continuous route that includes Lake Estes and Fish Creek Trails, and on to the proposed Fall River Trail
and Moraine Avenue to Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP).
Estes Park is the primary gateway community to RMNP,the third most visited National Parl<in the
country. Traffic congestion in downtown Estes Park during the height of the summer tourist season has
been a longstanding issue and makes bike travel through this corridor dangerous resulting in people
deciding not ride bikes. This will provide a more inviting and safe option for cyclists while at the same
time reducing traffic congestion.
This project extends the current Federal Lands Access Program project, the Downtown Estes Loop. If
awarded for this project,Town staff has informed EPCC that construction could take place at the same
time minimizing disruption of the downtown area.This would be a significant benefit.
The Estes Park Cycling Coalition hopes Estes Park will be successful with this grant application and look
farward to working together to keep Estes Park a premiere destination in Colorado.
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Memo •
To: Honorable Mayor Koenig
Board of Trustees
Through: Town Administrator Machalek
From: Ryan Barr, EI, Pavement Manager
Gregory Muhonen, PE, Public Works Director
Date: May 12, 2020
RE: Construction Agreement for 2020 Chip and Crack Seal Program with
Vance Brothers, Inc. for$233,200. Budgeted
❑ PUBLIC HEARING ❑ ORDINANCE ❑ LAND USE
� CONTRACT/AGREEMENT ❑ RESOLUTION ❑ OTHER
QUASI-JUDICIAL ❑ YES � NO
Obiective:
Public Works seeks approval from the Town Board for the 2020 Chip and Crack Seal
Program construction agreement with Vance Brothers, Inc. for the application of chip
seal resurFacing and crack sealing of multiple roads in the Town of Estes Park to
advance the goals of the 2024 Street Improvement Program.
Present Situation:
On February 23, 2016 Public Works presented a plan to the Town Board to improve the
condition of Town streets to an overall system-wide PCI of 70 by the year 2024. To
effectively implement this plan, we need to hire a contractor to begin the 2020 portion of
this chip seal and crack seal program.
On March 19, 2020, Public Works advertised an Invitation to Bid for the application of
chip seal and crack seal materials on multiple streets in Estes Park.
Two companies attended the optional pre-bid conference call on March 26t". After three
weeks of advertising, the bids were opened on April 9th. The Engineer's Estimate for this
project was $250,000 and the following table contains the bids for each company:
� COMPANY � CITY � TOTAL FEE �
� Vance Brothers, Inc. � Denver, CO � $233,200.00 �
� A-1 Chip Seal Co. � Denver, CO � $277,600.00 �
The low bidder was Vance Brothers, Inc. This contractor has a good reputation and
extensive experience in chip and crack sealing roads including within Estes Park. The
contractor performed the chip and crack seal projects in Estes Park in 2018 and 2019.
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Proposal:
Public Works proposes approving the construction agreement for the 2020 Chip and
Crack Seal Program with Vance Brothers, Inc.
Advantaaes:
• Cost-effective rehabilitation of multiple roads in Estes Park
• Utilization of 1A sales tax funds to improve Estes Park streets
• Moves the 2024 STIP Program forward
Disadvantaqes:
• Temporary, short duration disruption of traffic in the proposed work areas,
however work will be scheduled to minimize disruption.
• Funds could be used for other roadway maintenance purposes, however this
usage is consistent with the approved 2024 STIP Program.
Action Recommended:
Staff recommends approval of the attached construction agreement to Vance Brothers,
Inc. in the amount of $233,200.00, and authorization for PW staff to spend up to the
budgeted amount of$250,000.00 if needed to address unanticipated conditions
encountered during construction.
Finance/Resource Impact:
This project will be funded from the Street Improvement Fund and is included in account
number 260-2000-420.25-20 in the 2020 budget.
Level of Public Interest
Public interest on this project is expected to be moderate.
Sample Motion:
I move for approval/denial of the construction agreement with Vance Brothers, Inc. for
the 2020 Chip and Crack Seal Program in the amount of$233,200.00. Public Works
staff is authorized to spend an additional 7.2% contingency of$16,800 if needed for
unanticipated changes encountered during construction.
Attachments:
Construction Agreement LINK
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� I7EM �Item Description � QuanYity i E�nit f Unit Cost � Item Cost
� 41�8 �Hot Poured Joint and Crack Sealant �
� 40,000 I �B � $2.23 � $84,200.00
� 409 �Emulsifiied Asphalt Chip Seaf(1/4 inch) � 40,004 � SY j $3.60
� $144,000.00
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two hundred thirty three thousand, iwo hundrec! dollars & no cents
Total Bid written in words
Vance Brothers, Inc.
Name of Bidding Com a :
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Aut�iorized Signe� Michae[ W. Vance, Vice President �ate
380 West�2nd A�enue Denver CQ 802��
5treet Address City State Zip Code
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KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS,that�ve, the tuzdersigned, �an�c Brothers,Inc. ^ �s
Principal, artd Li�erty Mutual Tnsurance Company , as Sulet_y, are hereby
held anld .firmly bound uufo �3ie Town of Estes Park, Colorado, as Ow�ier, in the penal sum of
:for the payment of which, wilI and t�-uly to be made, we hereby jointly and severai.Iy bind auz•setves,
successars anc�assib ls.
THE COI�DITIO�I of this obligation is such tl�at whereas the Principa�has �ubznifted to the Town of
Estes Park, Colorado, the accompat�ying Bid�roposal, and here�y made a part�exeof to entcr into a
Contract Agreemea�t for the const�uction of the followiz�g Town of Eates Park Project:
2020 Chi� and Crack Seal
WHEREAS, the Owncx, as a eflt�diti.on fot receiviz�� said l3id Proposal, reqtiires the Pz-incipal to
depasit with th� Owner a Bid Proposal Guaranty, equivalent to nat less than Five f�l Percent of�he
a.trzo�u�t of said Bid Proposal.
N(�W, THEREFORE,
a. If said Bid Proposal s�all bc�-ejected; or in the alternate,
b. If said Bid Proposal sha�l be accepted and the Pf•incipal shaIl execute a��d dclive�- a
Cantract Agreeme�t (properly cornpleted in accoz-dance with said Bid Propasal) a�id
shall fiu-�ush a Perform���ce and Payme�t Bond upon the forms p.re5cribed by the
�wner fo�' the faithful performance of saicE Co��tract; and faz' the pay�nent af all
persons perforrr�z��g labpr of fur�lishiulg mat�rials in cnnnectio��therewith; and sha11 in
all otlier �•espects perforni the agreerxxent ct•eated by the accepta.nce af said Bid
Proposal;
then. this obligatian shall be void, othervvise tEae same ahalI remain in foree and effcct; it being
expressly tuiderstood at�d agreed that the liability of the Sui•ety for azay a�ld all ciaims�ereunder sliafl,
in no eveut, exceed the penal amount of this obligation as thet•eita stated.
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The Surety,for value�•eceived,�lereby sti�ulated ar�d a��ees that the obligations of said Su�-ety ar�.d its
bonc!sha�i be in nQ way irri�aired or aftected by any extet�sia►� of the timc wi�liin wliich the (�wncr
znay accept such Bid; and said Surety daes hereby waive natice of any �uch extensio�x.
IN WITN�SS WHEREO�, the Principal �.nd tlic S�•ety have�ereunto set their hands and scals, t�is
qt}, day of Av�•�] , 20 zD aild such of them as are corporations havc cat�sed their
coiporate seais to Ue hci-eto affrxed and these presents to �e si�ncd by their proper officers,tlie day
aud year fia-st sct forth above.
PRINCIPAL SURETY
Name: Vance Brothexs,Inc. Liberty ivlut�ial Insurance Compdny
220U Kenaissance lioulevard,Jte.4UU,
AC�dI'ESS: 380 VV.b2nd Avei�ue,Denver,CO 802J.6 Kin�of Prussia,PA�94p(-2755
5urety Phone No.610-832-8240
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of Colorado aud be acce}�table to the 4wner.
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This Power ot Attomey limsts fhe acts a¢�hose named herein;and they have no authority to bind the Campany excep;fn tha mannar and to the extent hetein sfated.Alot
vafid for moMgage,nate,Eaan,IeEter af credit,bank deposit,currensy rate,interest raie ar resiclual value guarantees. To con#irm the validity af this Porver o€Atts�rney calf
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SUR���' POWER 4� A7TQRNEY
KNOWN ALL PERSONS BY THE�E PRESEI�TS: �hat The Qhia Casualfy Insurance CQmpany is a cbrporation daly orgenized underthe laws of the State af EJew Hampshire,lhat Li�erky
Mutual tnsurance Company is a corpQraiion duly organized under fhe laws of the Siate af fAassachusetts,and West American Ensurance Company is a eorparaGun du€y org2nized under
the laws of the State of lndiana{herein collectively calfed the"Companies'),p�rsuani to and by authority herein set torth,does herehy name,wnsiilute a�d appaint.Linda L.f�[utt
of the city af Kansas Citv ,state nf Nf0 its true and lavvful attomay-in-fact,with full power and authority hereby conterred to sign,
execute and ackr�owledge the f�llowing sorety band:
Prineipal Name:Vance Brothers, Inc.
Ohligee Name: Tnwn of Estes Park.CO
5urety Bond Numher:Bid Bond Band Amount: SBE Bol�ld F01'm
EN WITNESS WHER�OF,ih€s Power of Atfomey has been subsa[bed by an a�athorized officer or o�icial of fhe Compsr�ies and the corparate seals of the Campanies have Geen af�xetl
fhereio this 12!4 day of�ecember,2018.
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STATE OF PEN€�SYLVANIA ss
COl1I�TY OF MONTGOMERY
On ihis 12� day of December,2018,before me personally appeared David M.Carey,who acknowledged himself to 6e ihe Assistant Secretary of Liqerty Mutua]Irtsuranee Cor�pany;
The�hio Casualty Company,artd WastAmerican Insurance Cor�pany,and fhat E�e,as such,8eing auEhorizea so tp da,execu#e the foregoing instrument(or ihe purposes iherein cantained
by signing on behalf pf the corporations 6y himself as a duly authorized officer_
IN YVITNEEB W�IEREOr,I have hereualo subscnbed my name and a�Fixed my notarial seal at King of Prussia,Pennsylvania,on tiie day ancf year firsi above wntten.
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This Power of�ttomeq is made and exewted p��suart to and by authority of the foilowirtg By-laws and Auihorizations of Li6erly�1�fual Insurance Campany,The Ohio Casua[ty Insura�ce
Company,an�West American Insurance Campany which resolutions are now in full force and effect reading as#ollaws,
AR3fCLE iV—O�FICERS—Seclion 12_Power flf Attomey.Any officer or other official of ihe Carporation authorized for tha#purpose 9n writing by the Chairman or the President,and
subjec€to such IlmitaEion as!he Chairman or Ihe Presiclent may prescnde,shal!appoint st�ch attomeys-fn Fact,as rnay be rtecessary to aCt in beha�i of the Corporation to make,execufe,
seal,aekno�rledge and deliver as surety any and all urrdertakings,bonds,recognizanees and od�er surety obiigafions, Such atiomeys-in-fact,subject fo 1he limitations set�orth in iheir
respecfive powers oi attomey,shali have fulf power to bind the Corparafiort by iheir signaiure and execufioq p4 any such instruments and ta allacfi�ihereto ihe seal oi the Corporation.
4�'hen so executed,such instrumenl5 shall 6e as binding as if signed by the Presid2nt and attested to by lhe Secretary.Any po�ver or attthority granted to any representafEve or aftomey-
in-fact under the provisions of this article may 6e revoked at any time by 4he 8oard,the C�airman,the Preaident or 6y ihe officer or officers granti�g such power or aufhonty.
ART�CLE Xlll--Exeeufion of Contrac�s—SECTfON 5.Surery Bonds and Undertakings,Any a#ficer o`:the Company authorized ior that purpose in writing hy the chairman or the pres€dent,
and subjecf 10 svch Eimitafions as ihe chairman or 1he president may prescrihe,shafl appoinl such attprneys-in-fac€,as may 6e necessary to acf in behaEfof the Compa�y Eo make,execute,
seaf,adcnawledge and deliver as surety any and ell vnder�akings,bonds.remgnizances a�d other s�rety o6llgat�ons. Such a�fomeys-in-faet suf�jec4 to Ihe limitations set farth in their
respeciive powers of attomey,s�all have frfll power to bind fhe Company 6y fheir signature aad execution of any such instrum en�s and io ariach Shereto the seal of the Company. N�en
so executed such instramenfs shall be as binding as if signed hy the prasideni and attes{Qd by ihe seaefary.
Certificate of Designation—The President of the Company,acfing pursuant to the Bylaws oi the Company,authorzes Oavid M.Carey,Assistant Secretary 10 appoint such attorneys-in-
fact as may�e necessary to act on 6�half af the Company fa make,execute,seal,acknowledge and defiver as surety any and all undertakings,bonds,recognizances and other surefy
obligalions.
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Company,tvherever a�pearing upon a cerlified copy of any power o#atEomey issued 5y 1he Company in connecftor�wi}h surety 6flnds,shalE he valid and binding upon the Company wi�h
Ehe sam9#oroe and effeci as tf�ough manuaily affixed_
t,Renee C.LfeweElyn,the undersigned,Assistani Secrelary,of Ciberry Mutual fnsurance Company,The Ohio Casualty Insu!ance Company,and LVe;t American fnsurance Company
do hereby certify ihat fhis power pi aftornay exeeu#ed by said Companies is in ful!torre and et�ect and has not been revoked.
lN TE57lMONY 1NHEREOF,1 have hereunio set my hand and af�xed ihe seals of said Companies this 9th day of April , 2020 .
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ADDENDUM
Num�er: 1
DATE: 3-25-2020
Town of Estes Park Praject: 2020 CHIP AND CRACK SEAL
Pro�ec#Manager: Ryan Barr
The Bid Documents, previously prepared and issu�d on 3-i9-2020 for the above project,
are hereby modified as described below.
Contractor Ques�ions
Q 1. Is there a specific type of crack sealant neec�ed for this project? On tl�e CDOT approved
products list for joint and crack sealants there is a ASTM D5078 sealant and a ASTM
D6690 Type 2 sealant. Does it rnatter which of these are used for thts project?Also,
would there be any ofthe mastic material needed for wrtde cracks?
Al_ Crack sealant material for this �rojeet shall be ASTM D6b9d Type II. Mastic
material is not anticipated to be needed for this pro�jec#.
Q2. Did not find specs for the �naterial to be used. Are you �ain�to be usin� CDOT's specs
or let contractors malce suggestions?
A2. Crack sealant material shall bc ASTM D6690 Type II. Aggregate for the chip
seal shall be �/4". Work and material shall follow CD4T standard
speci�cations and the Special Conditions in the Bid Document. Any
contractor questions or suggestions should be discussed with the Pro�ect
Manager prior to the deadline for questions—March 31,2020 at 5:00 �'.M.
Q3. Is the Crack SeaI portion ofthis project able to be awarded separat� from the Chip Seal,
or must they be bid and awarded together?
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A3. The Tow�e prefers to keep the �hip seal attd crack seal work combined. This
approach may be reconsiderecl in following years.
Q4. Will 3(8"chip seal be acceptable?
A4. The Town requests 1/4" chip for this year's pragram.
QS. Is the Town open ta other"toois"to be used in p[ace of chip seal, such as a I��gh c#ensity
minera� bond aka HA5?
A5. The Town prefers chip seal fa�r this year's progra�n. A�ternative surface
treatments may be cons�derea in following years.
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Num6er: 2
DA�TE: 4-6-2420
Town of Estes Park Project: 2020 CHIP AND CRACI�SEAL
Pr�ject Manager: �2yan Barr
The Bid Docurnents, previously prepared and issued on 3-19-202Q for the above �roject,
and Addenc��em i issued an 3-25-2Q2Q are hereby modified as dcscril�ed below.
Clarificatio�s
• In the Special Conditions: Section 3.0 TIZAFF[C CONTROL;paragraph 5, sentence 2
s�all be re�laced with: "No Parking" signs s�a�l be placed along the streets at least 48
hours prior to beginning work an a�y street to avoid work delay.
* Contractor is still responsible for providing vvriften notification of upcoming work ta
adjacent propez�zes at least 48 hours in adva�ce af the work.
• Sweeping of roads included in this program s�a�l be perfor�ned on a weekly basi� durin�
the work. Sweep the crack seal roads weekly when the crack seal portioza of the progrann
is active, and sweep the chip seal roads weekly when the chip seal portian of the program
is aetive.
• Crack sealant material s�all remain as ASTM D6690 Type Ir.
• Approximately 25°�0 of roads (by length) ta be crack sealed �vilI alsa be c�ip sealed.
• Due to the C4VID-19 situstio�n in o�r community,al� bi.d subrnEssions �nust be
subrnitted etectronically via Bidnet or by em�il to rbarr@estes.org. No �aper bid
submissiox�s will be accepted. ThanE�you for yaur uz�derstanding
Bid Openin�
• Given the C�VID-19 restrictions in place,the Town will pravide a phone/video call
option for interested bidders to partic2pate in the bid opening. Mor� s�ecific details such
as a web link or written insit-�ctions will be provided (by Thursday rnorning}thraugh a
Bidnet"Comrr��nication" ar�d will alsa be posted on the Town's webs�te at
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Attachments
• 1're-Bid Conference Call Sign-[n Sheet
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Town of Estes �ark 2020 Chip and Crack S�a!
Pre-Bid Conference Call
Attendance Sign-In 5heet
Date: 3-26-2020
Name Company Err�ail Phone
R�an Barr Town of Estes Park rbarr{c�estes.or� 970-577-3575
Clint Peterson GMCO
John Parks A-�. Chipseal
Da�id Haok Town o#Estes Park dhook(c�estes.or� 970-577-3586
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T��N o� ESTES PARr
Memo •
To: Honorable Mayor Koenig
Board of Trustees
Through: Town Administrator Machalek
From: Ryan Barr, EI, Pavement Manager
Greg Muhonen, PE, Public Works Director
Date: May 12, 2020
RE: Resolution 26-20 Colorado the Beautiful Grant Agreement for Fall River
Trail Construction with Colorado Parks and Wildlife
(Mark all that apply)
❑ PUBLIC HEARING ❑ ORDINANCE ❑ LAND USE
� CONTRACT/AGREEMENT � RESOLUTION ❑ OTHER
QUASI-JUDICIAL ❑ YES � NO
Obiective:
Public Works (PW) seeks approval of the grant agreement from the Department of
Natural Resources, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) Colorado the Beautiful (CtB)
grant program for the construction of a segment of the Fall River Trail.
Present Situation:
Adopted in 2016, the Estes Valley Master Trails Plan includes Fall River Trail as a top
priority for constructing. Public Works staff, with the assistance of a consultant, has
been researching grant opportunities and submitting applications. This grant has been
awarded for a segment of the trail located on Fish Hatchery Road between the Estes
Park United Methodist Church auxiliary parking lot and private property driveway before
the intersection with Fall River Road.
The completion of Fall River Trail will connect historic downtown Estes Park with Rocky
Mountain National Park and all points in between including residences and businesses
along Fall River Road and Fish Hatchery Road. This trail will provide safe, non-
motorized access to the trails and campgrounds in Rocky Mountain National Park.
Proposal:
Public Works staff proposes to construct a 10-foot wide, ADA accessible concrete trail
that is approximately 375 feet along Fish Hatchery Road with these grant funds. The
proposed construction window for this project is fall of 2021.
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Advantaqes:
• This project constructs an important segment of our trail system for the benefit of our
residents and visitors who desire to enjoy a healthy lifestyle through outdoor
recreation and future non-motorized connectivity to RMNP and its trail system.
• This project has received significant support including funds from the Estes Valley
Recreation and Park District.
• Traffic congestion and air pollution can be reduced as trail usage increases.
Disadvantaaes:
• A local match cost share is required; however, this has been included in the 2020
budget.
• Trail maintenance funding will increase incrementally as the trail system expands;
however, this will be budgeted in subsequent years.
• Construction will cause some traffic disruption; however, construction will be limited
to Fish Hatchery Road which is a low-volume local road.
Action Recommended:
Public Works staff recommends approval of this grant agreement.
Finance/Resource Impact:
The total construction cost of this segment is estimated to be $472,818. The grant
award is $363,706 and the local cost share requirement is 30 percent ($109,112). The
required cost share will be supported by funds from the Town's 1A sales tax for trail
expansion ($50k), contributions from the Estes Valley Recreation and Park District
($50k), and Larimer County Department of Natural Resources ($10k).
Level of Public Interest
Public interest is anticipated to be moderate.
Sample Motion:
I move to approve Resolution 26-20.
Attachments:
Resolution 26-20
CPW CtB Grant Agreement LINK
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RESOLUTION 26-20
APPROVING AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH COLORADO PARKS
AND WILDLIFE FOR GRANT FUNDING FOR FALL RIVER TRAIL CONSTRUCTION
WHEREAS, the Town Board desires to enter the intergovernmental agreement
referenced in the title of this resolution for the purpose of constructing a segment of the
Fall River Trail.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
THE TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO:
The Board approves, and authorizes the Mayor to sign, the
intergovernmental agreement referenced in the title of this resolution in substantially
the form now before the Board.
DATED this day of , 2020.
TOWN OF ESTES PARK
Mayor
ATTEST:
Town Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Town Attorney
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20-TRLG-149486 CTGG1 PMAA 2020*2746
STATE OF COLORADO GRANT AGREEMENT
COVER PAGE
State Agency Agreement Number
Department of Natural Resources CMS Number: 149486
Colorado Parks and Wildlife(CPW) Encumbrance Number: CTGG1 PMAA 2020*2746
1313 Sherman Street
Denver,Colorado 80203
Grantee Agreement Performance Beginning Date
Town of Estes Park The Effective Date
170 MacGregor Avenue
PO Box 1200 Initial Agreement Expiration Date
Estes Park,Colorado 80517 June 30,2021
Agreement Maximum Amount Agreement Authority
Authority to enter into this Contract exists in in C.R.S. 33-
Entire Contract term for all applicable fiscal years: 10-107(1)(e).
$363,706.00
Required Match:
$109,ll 1.80
Agreement Purpose
The purpose of this Agreement is to develop the Fall River Trail as detailed in Exhibit A.
This Agreement is exempt from the procurement code under 24-101-105(1)(II.5)and Procurement Rule R-101-105-01.
Exhibits and Order of Precedence
The following Exhibits and attachments are included with this Agreement:
1. Exhibit A, Statement of Work
2. Exhibit B,Budget
3. Exhibit C, Sample Option Letter
In the event of a conflict or inconsistency between this Agreement and any Exhibit or attachment,such conflict or
inconsistency shall be resolved by reference to the documents in the following order of priority:
1. Colorado Special Provisions in§18 of the main body of this Agreement
2. The provisions of the other sections of the main body of this Agreement
3. Exhibit A, Statement of Wark
4. Exhibit B,Budget
5. Exhibit C, Sample Option Letter
Principal Representatives
For the State: For Grantee:
Pam O'Malley Ryan Barr
CPW Town of Estes Park
13787 US Hwy. 85 N. 170 MacGregor Avenue
Littleton,Colorado 80125 PO Box 1200
Pam.omalley@state.co.us Estes Park,Colorado 80517
rbarr@estes.org
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SIGNATURE PAGE
THE PARTIES HERETO HAVE EXECUTED THIS AGREEMENT
Each person signing this Agreement represents and warrants that the signer is duly authorized to execute this Agreement
and to bind the Party authorizing such signature.
CONTRACTOR STATE OF COLORADO
Town of Estes Park Jared S. Polis, Governor
Colorado Department of Natural Resources
Dan Gibbs, Executive Director
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
DocuSigned by:
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Signature Signature
Heather Dugan
Printed Name Printed Name
Assistant Director
Signatory's Title Signatory's Title
April 21, 2020 � 6:24 PM PDT
Date: Date:
In accordance with§24-30-202 C.R.S., this Agreement is not valid until signed and dated below by the State
Controller or an authorized delegate.
STATE CONTROLLER
Robert Jaros, CPA,MBA,JD
Signature
Printed Name
Signatory's Title
Agreement Effective Date:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
COVERPAGE ..........................................................................................................................1
SIGNATUREPAGE.................................................................................................................2
1. PARTIES...................................................................................................................................3
2. TERM AND EFFECTIVE DATE.............................................................................................3
3. DEFINITIONS ..........................................................................................................................5
4. STATEMENT OF WORK........................................................................................................7
5. PAYMENTS TO GRANTEE....................................................................................................8
6. REPORTING -NOTIFICATION ...........................................................................................10
7. GRANTEE RECORDS ...........................................................................................................11
8. CONFIDENTIAL 1NFORMATION-STATE RECORDS......................................................12
9. CONFLICTS OF INTEREST..................................................................................................13
10. 1NSURANCE ..........................................................................................................................14
11. BREACH OF AGREEMENT .................................................................................................16
12. REMEDIES .............................................................................................................................16
13. DISPUTE RESOLUTION.......................................................................................................18
14. NOTICES AND REPRESENTATIVES.................................................................................18
15. RIGHTS IN WORK PRODUCT AND OTHER INFORMATION........................................19
16. STATEWIDE CONTRACT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM.....................................................20
17. GENERAL PROVISIONS......................................................................................................20
18. COLORADO SPECIAL PROVISIONS (COLORADO FISCAL RULE 3-3).......................23
1. PARTIES
This Agreement is entered into by and between Grantee named on the Cover Page for this
Agreement (the "Grantee"), and the STATE OF COLORADO acting by and through the State
agency named on the Cover Page for this Agreement (the "State"). Grantee and the State agree to
the terms and conditions in this Agreement.
2. TERM AND EFFECTIVE DATE
A. Effective Date
This Agreement shall not be valid or enforceable until the Effective Date, and the Grant Funds
shall be expended by the Fund Expenditure End Date shown on the Signature and Cover Page
for this Agreement. The State shall not be bound by any provision of this Agreement before
the Effective Date, and shall have no obligation to pay Grantee far any Wark performed or
expense incurred before the Effective Date, except as described in §S.D, or after the Fund
Expenditure End Date.
B. Initial Term
The Parties' respective performances under this Agreement shall commence on the
Agreement Performance Beginning Date shown on the Cover Page for this Agreement and
shall terminate on the Initial Agreement Expiration Date shown on the Cover Page for this
Agreement (the "Initial Term") unless sooner terminated or further extended in accordance
with the terms of this Agreement.
C. Extension Terms - State's Option
The State, at its discretion, shall have the option to extend the performance under this
Agreement beyond the Initial Term for a period, or for successive periods, of one year or less
at the same rates and under the same terms specified in this Agreement(each such period an
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"Extension Term"). In order to exercise this option, the State shall provide written notice to
Grantee in a form substantially equivalent to Sample Option Letter attached to this
Agreement.
D. End of Term Extension
If this Agreement approaches the end of its Initial Term,or any Extension Term then in place,
the State, at its discretion,upon written notice to Grantee as provided in§14,may unilaterally
extend such Initial Term or Extension Term for a period not to exceed two months (an "End
of Term Extension"), regardless of whether additional Extension Terms are available or not.
The provisions of this Agreement in effect when such notice is given shall remain in effect
during the End of Term Extension. The End of Term Extension shall automatically terminate
upon execution of a replacement Agreement or modification extending the total term of this
Agreement.
E. Early Termination in the Public Interest
The State is entering into this Agreement to serve the public interest of the State of Colorado
as determined by its Governor, General Assembly, or Courts. If this Agreement ceases to
further the public interest of the State, the State, in its discretion, may terminate this
Agreement in whole or in part. A determination that this Agreement should be terminated in
the public interest shall not be equivalent to a State right to terminate for convenience. This
subsection shall not apply to a termination of this Agreement by the State for breach by
Grantee, which shall be governed by 12.A.i.
i. Method and Content
The State shall notify Grantee of such termination in accordance with §14. The notice
shall specify the effective date of the termination and whether it affects all or a portion
of this Agreement, and shall include, to the extent practicable, the public interest
justification far the termination.
ii. Obligations and Rights
Upon receipt of a termination notice for termination in the public interest, Grantee shall
be subject to the rights and obligations set forth in §12.A.i.a12.A.i.a.
iii. Payments
If the State terminates this Agreement in the public interest, the State shall pay Grantee
an amount equal to the percentage of the total reimbursement payable under this
Agreement that corresponds to the percentage of Work satisfactorily completed and
accepted, as determined by the State, less payments previously made. Additionally, if
this Agreement is less than 60% completed, as determined by the State, the State may
reimburse Grantee for a portion of actual out-of-pocket expenses, not otherwise
reimbursed under this Agreement, incurred by Grantee which are directly attributable
to the uncompleted portion of Grantee's obligations, provided that the sum of any and
all reimbursement shall not exceed the maximum amount payable to Grantee hereunder.
F. Grantee's Termination Under Federal Requirements
Crrantee may request termination of this Grant by sending notice to the State, which includes
the reasons far the termination and the effective date of the termination. If this Grant is
terminated in this manner, then Grantee shall return any advanced payments made for work
that will not be performed priar to the effective date of the termination.
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3. DEFINITIONS
The following terms shall be construed and interpreted as follows:
A. "Agreement" means this agreement, including all attached Exhibits, all documents
incorporated by reference, all referenced statutes, rules and cited authorities, and any future
modifications thereto.
B. `Breach of Agreement" means the failure of a Party to perform any of its obligations in
accordance with this Agreement, in whole or in part or in a timely or satisfactory manner.
The institution of proceedings under any bankruptcy, insolvency, reorganization or similar
law,by or against Grantee, or the appointment of a receiver or similar officer for Grantee or
any of its property, which is not vacated or fully stayed within 30 days after the institution of
such proceeding, shall also constitute a breach. If Grantee is debarred or suspended under
§24-109-105, C.R.S. at any time during the term of this Agreement, then such debarment or
suspension shall constitute a breach.
C. "Budget" means the budget for the Work described in Exhibit B.
D. `Business Day"means any day in which the State is open and conducting business,but shall
not include Saturday, Sunday or any day on which the State observes one of the holidays
listed in §24-11-101(1), C.R.S.
E. "CORA" means the Colorado Open Records Act, §§24-72-2001, et. seq., C.R.S.
F. "Effective Date" means the date on which this Agreement is approved and signed by the
Colorado State Controller or designee, as shown on the Signature for this Agreement.
G. "End of Term Extension"means the time period defined in §2.D2.D.
H. "Exhibits" means the exhibits and attachments included with this Agreement as shown on
the Cover Page for this Agreement.
I. "Extension Term" means the time period defined in §2.C.
J. "Goods" means any movable material acquired, produced, or delivered by Grantee as set
forth in this Agreement and shall include any movable material acquired, produced, or
delivered by Grantee in connection with the Services.
K. "Grant Funds" means the funds that have been appropriated, designated, encumbered, or
otherwise made available far payment by the State under this Agreement.
L. "Incident"means any accidental or deliberate event that results in or constitutes an imminent
threat of the unauthorized access, loss, disclosure, modification, disruption, or destruction of
any communications or information resources of the State, which are included as part of the
Work, as described in §§24-37.5-401 et. seq. C.R.S. Incidents include, without limitation (i)
successful attempts to gain unauthorized access to a State system or State Information
regardless of where such information is located; (ii)unwanted disruption or denial of service;
(iii) the unauthorized use of a State system for the processing or storage of data; or (iv)
changes to State system hardware, firmware, ar software characteristics without the State's
knowledge, instruction, or consent.
M. "Initial Term"means the time period defined in §2.B2.B.
N. "Matching Funds" means the funds provided Grantee as a match required to receive the
Grant Funds.
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O. "Party"means the State or Grantee, and "Parties" means both the State and Grantee.
P. "PII" means personally identifiable information including, without limitation, any
information maintained by the State about an individual that can be used to distinguish or
trace an individual`s identity, such as name, social security number, date and place of birth,
mother`s maiden name, or biometric records; and any other information that is linked or
linkable to an individual, such as medical, educational, financial, and employment
information. PII includes, but is not limited to, all information defined as personally
identifiable information in §24-72-501, C.R.S.
Q. "Services"means the services to be performed by Grantee as set forth in this Agreement, and
shall include any services to be rendered by Grantee in connection with the Goods.
R. "State Confidential Information"means any and all State Records not subject to disclosure
under CORA. State Confidential Information shall include,but is not limited to,PII and State
personnel records not subj ect to disclosure under CORA. State Confidential Information shall
not include information or data concerning individuals that is not deemed confidential but
nevertheless belongs to the State, which has been communicated, furnished, or disclosed by
the State to Grantee which(i)is subject to disclosure pursuant to CORA; (ii)is already known
to Grantee without restrictions at the time of its disclosure to Grantee; (iii) is or subsequently
becomes publicly available without breach of any obligation owed by Grantee to the State;
(iv) is disclosed to Grantee, without confidentiality obligations, by a third party who has the
right to disclose such information; or (v) was independently developed without reliance on
any State Confidential Information.
S. "State Fiscal Rules" means that fiscal rules promulgated by the Colorado State Controller
pursuant to §24-30-202(13)(a), C.R.S.
T. "State Fiscal Year" means a 12 month period beginning on July 1 of each calendar year and
ending on June 30 of the following calendar year. If a single calendar year follows the term,
then it means the State Fiscal Year ending in that calendar year.
U. "State Records" means any and all State data, information, and records, regardless of
physical form, including, but not limited to, information subject to disclosure under CORA.
V. "Subcontractor" means third-parties, if any, engaged by Grantee to aid in performance of
the Work. "Subcontractor" also includes sub-grantees of grant funds.
W. "Work" means the Goods delivered and Services performed pursuant to this Agreement.
X. "Work Product"means the tangible and intangible results of the Work, whether finished or
unfinished, including drafts. Work Product includes, but is not limited to, documents, text,
software (including source code), research, reports, proposals, specifications, plans, notes,
studies, data, images, photographs, negatives, pictures, drawings, designs, models, surveys,
maps, materials, ideas, concepts, know-how, information, and any other results of the Work.
"Work Product"does not include any material that was developed prior to the Effective Date
that is used, without modification, in the performance of the Work.
Any other term used in this Agreement that is defined in an Exhibit shall be construed and
interpreted as defined in that Exhibit.
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4. STATEMENT OF WORK
Grantee shall complete the Work as described in this Agreement and in accordance with the
provisions of Exhibit A. The State shall have no liability to compensate Grantee for the delivery
of any goods ar the performance of any services that are not specifically set forth in this Agreement.
5. PAYMENTS TO GRANTEE
A. Maximum Amount
Payments to Grantee are limited to the unpaid, obligated balance of the Grant Funds. The
State shall not pay Grantee any amount under this Agreement that exceeds the Agreement
Maximum for each State Fiscal Year shown on the Signature and Cover Page of this
Agreement.
B. Payment Procedures
i. Invoices and Payment
a. The State shall pay Grantee in the amounts and in accordance with the schedule
and other conditions set forth in Exhibit A.
b. Grantee shall initiate payment requests by invoice to the State, in a form and
manner approved by the State.
c. The State shall pay each invoice within 45 days following the State's receipt of
that invoice, so long as the amount invoiced correctly represents Work completed
by Grantee and previously accepted by the State during the term that the invoice
covers. If the State determines that the amount of any invoice is not correct, then
Grantee shall make all changes necessary to correct that invoice.
d. The acceptance of an invoice shall not constitute acceptance of any Work
performed or deliverables provided under this Agreement.
ii. Interest
Amounts not paid by the State within 45 days of the State's acceptance of the invoice
shall bear interest on the unpaid balance beginning on the 45th day at the rate of 1%per
month, as required by §24-30-202(24)(a), C.R.S., until paid in full;provided,however,
that interest shall not accrue on unpaid amounts that the State disputes in writing.
Grantee shall invoice the State separately for accrued interest on delinquent amounts,
and the invoice shall reference the delinquent payment, the number of day's interest to
be paid and the interest rate.
iii. Payment Disputes
If Grantee disputes any calculation, determination or amount of any payment, Grantee
shall notify the State in writing of its dispute within 30 days following the earlier to
occur of Grantee's receipt of the payment or notification of the determination or
calculation of the payment by the State. The State will review the information presented
by Grantee and may make changes to its determination based on this review. The
calculation, determination or payment amount that results from the State's review shall
not be subject to additional dispute under this subsection. No payment subject to a
dispute under this subsection shall be due until after the State has concluded its review,
and the State shall not pay any interest on any amount during the period it is subject to
dispute under this subsection.
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iv. Available Funds-Contingency-Termination
The State is prohibited by law from making commitments beyond the term of the
current State Fiscal Year. Payment to Grantee beyond the current State Fiscal Year is
contingent on the appropriation and continuing availability of Grant Funds in any
subsequent year (as provided in the Colorado Special Provisions). If federal funds or
funds from any other non-State funds constitute all or some of the Grant Funds, the
State's obligation to pay Grantee shall be contingent upon such non-State funding
continuing to be made available for payment. Payments to be made pursuant to this
Agreement shall be made only from Grant Funds, and the State's liability for such
payments shall be limited to the amount remaining of such Grant Funds. If State,federal
or other funds are not appropriated, or otherwise become unavailable to fund this
Agreement, the State may, upon written notice, terminate this Agreement, in whole or
in part, without incurring further liability. The State shall, however, remain obligated
to pay for Services and Goods that are delivered and accepted prior to the effective date
of notice of termination, and this termination shall otherwise be treated as if this
Agreement were terminated in the public interest as described in §2.E.
C. Matching Funds.
Grantee shall provide Matching Funds as provided in§S.A and Exhibit A. Grantee shall have
raised the full amount of Matching Funds prior to the Effective Date and shall report to the
State regarding the status of such funds upon request. Grantee's obligation to pay all or any
part of any matching funds, whether direct or contingent, only extend to funds duly and
lawfully appropriated for the purposes of this Agreement by the authorized representatives
of Grantee and paid into Grantee's treasury or bank account. Grantee represents to the State
that the amount designated "Grantee's Matching Funds" in Exhibit A has been legally
appropriated for the purposes of this Agreement by its authorized representatives and paid
into its treasury or bank account.
D. Reimbursement of Grantee Costs.
The State shall reimburse Grantee's allowable costs, not exceeding the maximum total
amount described in Exhibit A and§S.A for all allowable costs described in this Grant and
shown in the Budget, except that Grantee may adjust the amounts between each line item of
the Budget without formal modification to this Agreement as long as the Grantee provides
notice to the State of the change, the change does not modify the total maximum amount of
this Agreement or the maximum amount for any state fiscal year, and the change does not
modify any requirements of the Work. The State shall reimburse Grantee for the properly
documented allowable costs related to the Work after review and approval thereof, subject to
the provisions of this Agreement and Exhibit A. However, any costs incurred by Grantee
prior to the Effective Date shall not be reimbursed. Grantee's costs far Work performed after
the Fund Expenditure End Date shown on the Signature and Cover Page for this Agreement,
ar after any phase performance period end date far a respective phase of the Wark, shall not
be reimbursable. The State shall only reimburse allowable costs described in this Agreement
and shown in the Budget if those costs are:
i. Reasonable and necessary to accomplish the Work and for the Goods and Services
provided; and
ii. Equal to the actual net cost to Grantee (i.e. the price paid minus any items of value
received by Grantee that reduce the cost actually incurred).
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E. Close-Out.
Grantee shall close out this Award within 45 days after the Fund Expenditure End Date shown
on the Signature and Cover Page for this Agreement. To complete close-out, Grantee shall
submit to the State all deliverables (including documentation) as defined in this Agreement
and Grantee's final reimbursement request or invoice.
6. REPORTING-NOTIFICATION
A. Quarterly Reports.
In addition to any reports required pursuant to §16 or pursuant to any other Exhibit, for any
Agreement having a term longer than three months,Grantee shall submit,on a quarterly basis,
a written report specifying progress made for each specified performance measure and
standard in this Agreement. Such progress report shall be in accordance with the procedures
developed and prescribed by the State. Progress reports shall be submitted to the State not
later than five Business Days following the end of each calendar quarter or at such time as
otherwise specified by the State.
B. Litigation Reporting
If Grantee is served with a pleading or other document in connection with an action before a
court or other administrative decision making body, and such pleading or document relates
to this Agreement or may affect Grantee's ability to perform its obligations under this
Agreement, Grantee shall, within 10 days after being served, notify the State of such action
and deliver copies of such pleading or document to the State's principal representative
identified on the Cover Page for this Agreement.
C. Performance and Final Status
Grantee shall submit all financial,performance and other reports to the State no later than 45
calendar days after the end of the Initial Term if no Extension Terms are exercised, or the
final Extension Term exercised by the State, containing an evaluation and review of Grantee's
performance and the final status of Grantee's obligations hereunder.
D. Violations Reporting
Grantee shall disclose, in a timely manner, in writing to the State all violations of federal or
State criminal law involving fraud, bribery, or gratuity violations potentially affecting the
Federal Award. The State may impose any penalties for noncompliance allowed under 2 CFR
Part 180 and 31 U.S.C. 3321, which may include, without limitation, suspension or
debarment.
7. GRANTEE RECORDS
A. Maintenance
Grantee shall make, keep, maintain, and allow inspection and monitoring by the State of a
complete file of all records, documents, communications, notes and other written materials,
electronic media files, and communications, pertaining in any manner to the Work or the
delivery of Services (including, but not limited to the operation of programs) or Goods
hereunder. Grantee shall maintain such records for a period (the "Record Retention Period")
of three years following the date of submission to the State of the final expenditure report, or
if this Award is renewed quarterly or annually, from the date of the submission of each
quarterly or annual report,respectively. If any litigation, claim, or audit related to this Award
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starts before expiration of the Record Retention Period, the Record Retention Period shall
extend until all litigation, claims, or audit findings have been resolved and final action taken
by the State. The State may notify Grantee in writing that the Record Retention Period shall
be extended. For records for real property and equipment, the Record Retention Period shall
extend three years following final disposition of such property.
B. Inspection
Grantee shall permit the State to audit,inspect, examine,excerpt, copy and transcribe Grantee
Records during the Record Retention Period. Grantee shall make Grantee Records available
during normal business hours at Grantee's office or place of business, or at other mutually
agreed upon times or locations,upon no fewer than two Business Days' notice from the State,
unless the State determines that a shorter period of notice, or no notice,is necessary to protect
the interests of the State.
C. Monitoring
The State will monitor Grantee's performance of its obligations under this Agreement using
procedures as determined by the State. The federal government and any other duly authorized
agent of a governmental agency, in its discretion, may monitor Grantee's performance of its
obligations under this Agreement using procedures as determined by that governmental
entity. The State shall have the right, in its sole discretion, to change its monitoring
procedures and requirements at any time during the term of this Agreement. The State shall
monitor Grantee's performance in a manner that does not unduly interfere with Grantee's
performance of the Work.
D. Final Audit Report
Grantee shall promptly submit to the State a copy of any final audit report of an audit
performed on Grantee's records that relates to or affects this Agreement or the Work,whether
the audit is conducted by Grantee or a third party.
8. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION-STATE RECORDS
A. Confidentiality
Grantee shall keep confidential, and cause all Subcontractors to keep confidential, all State
Records, unless those State Records are publicly available. Grantee shall not, without priar
written approval of the State,use,publish, copy, disclose to any third party, or permit the use
by any third party of any State Records, except as otherwise stated in this Agreement,
permitted by law or approved in Writing by the State. Grantee shall provide for the security
of all State Confidential Information in accordance with all policies promulgated by the
Colorado Office of Information Security and all applicable laws,rules,policies,publications,
and guidelines.
B. Other Entity Access and Nondisclosure Agreements
Grantee may provide State Recards to its agents, employees, assigns and Subcontractors as
necessary to perform the Work, but shall restrict access to State Confidential Information to
those agents, employees, assigns and Subcontractors who require access to perform their
obligations under this Agreement. Grantee shall ensure all such agents, employees, assigns,
and Subcontractors sign agreements containing nondisclosure provisions at least as protective
as those in this Agreement, and that the nondisclosure provisions are in force at all times the
agent, employee, assign or Subcontractor has access to any State Confidential Information.
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Grantee shall provide copies of those signed nondisclosure provisions to the State upon
execution of the nondisclosure provisions.
C. Use, Security, and Retention
Grantee shall use, hold and maintain State Confidential Information in compliance with any
and all applicable laws and regulations in facilities located within the United States, and shall
maintain a secure environment that ensures confidentiality of all State Confidential
Information wherever located. Grantee shall provide the State with access, subject to
Grantee's reasonable security requirements,for purposes of inspecting and monitoring access
and use of State Confidential Information and evaluating security control effectiveness. Upon
the expiration or termination of this Agreement, Grantee shall return State Records provided
to Grantee or destroy such State Records and certify to the State that it has done so, as directed
by the State. If Grantee is prevented by law or regulation from returning or destroying State
Confidential Information, Grantee warrants it will guarantee the confidentiality of, and cease
to use, such State Confidential Information.
D. Incident Notice and Remediation
If Grantee becomes aware of any Incident,it shall notify the State immediately and cooperate
with the State regarding recovery,remediation, and the necessity to involve law enforcement,
as determined by the State. Unless Grantee can establish that none of Grantee or any of its
agents, employees, assigns or Subcontractors are the cause or source of the Incident, Grantee
shall be responsible for the cost of notifying each person who may have been impacted by
the Incident. After an Incident, Grantee shall take steps to reduce the risk of incurring a
similar type of Incident in the future as directed by the State, which may include, but is not
limited to, developing and implementing a remediation plan that is approved by the State at
no additional cost to the State. The State may adjust or direct modifications to this plan, in its
sole discretion and Grantee shall make all modifications as directed by the State. If Grantee
cannot produce its analysis and plan within the allotted time, the State, in its sole discretion,
may perform such analysis and produce a remediation plan, and Grantee shall reimburse the
State for the reasonable costs thereof.
E. Safeguarding PII
If Grantee or any of its Subcontractors will or may receive PII under this Agreement, Grantee
shall provide for the security of such PII, in a manner and form acceptable to the State,
including, without limitation, State non-disclosure requirements, use of appropriate
technology, security practices, computer access security, data access security, data storage
encryption, data transmission encryption, security inspections, and audits. Grantee shall be a
"Third-Party Service Provider" as defined in §24-73-103(1)(i), C.R.S. and shall maintain
security procedures and practices consistent with §§24-73-101 et seq., C.R.S.
9. CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
A. Actual Conflicts of Interest
Grantee shall not engage in any business or activities, ar maintain any relationships that
conflict in any way with the full performance of the obligations of Grantee under this
Agreement. Such a conflict of interest would arise when a Grantee or Subcontractor's
employee, officer or agent were to offer or provide any tangible personal benefit to an
employee of the State, or any member of his or her immediate family or his or her partner,
related to the award of, entry into or management or oversight of this Agreement.
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B. Apparent Conflicts of Interest
Grantee acknowledges that,with respect to this Agreement, even the appearance of a conflict
of interest shall be harmful to the State's interests. Absent the State's prior written approval,
Grantee shall refrain from any practices, activities or relationships that reasonably appear to
be in conflict with the full performance of Grantee's obligations under this Agreement.
C. Disclosure to the State
If a conflict or the appearance of a conflict arises, or if Grantee is uncertain whether a conflict
or the appearance of a conflict has arisen, Grantee shall submit to the State a disclosure
statement setting forth the relevant details for the State's consideration. Failure to promptly
submit a disclosure statement or to follow the State's direction in regard to the actual or
apparent conflict constitutes a breach of this Agreement.
10. INSURANCE
Grantee shall obtain and maintain, and ensure that each Subcontractor shall obtain and maintain,
insurance as specified in this section at all times during the term of this Agreement. All insurance
policies required by this Agreement that are not provided through self-insurance shall be issued by
insurance companies as approved by the State.
A. Workers' Compensation
Workers' compensation insurance as required by state statute, and employers' liability
insurance covering all Grantee or Subcontractor employees acting within the course and
scope of their employment.
B. General Liability
Commercial general liability insurance covering premises operations, fire damage,
independent contractors, products and completed operations, blanket contractual liability,
personal injury, and advertising liability with minimum limits as follows:
i. $1,000,000 each occurrence;
ii. $1,000,000 general aggregate;
iii. $1,000,000 products and completed operations aggregate; and
iv. $50,000 any one fire.
C. Automobile Liability
Automobile liability insurance covering any auto (including owned, hired and non-owned
autos)with a minimum limit of$1,000,000 each accident combined single limit.
D. AdditionalInsured
The State shall be named as additional insured on all commercial general liability policies
(leases and construction contracts require additional insured coverage for completed
operations)required of Grantee and Subcontractars.
E. Primacy of Coverage
Coverage required of Grantee and each Subcontractor shall be primary over any insurance or
self-insurance program carried by Grantee or the State.
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F. Cancellation
All commercial insurance policies shall include provisions preventing cancellation or non-
renewal, except for cancellation based on non-payment of premiums,without at least 30 days
prior notice to Grantee and Grantee shall forward such notice to the State in accordance with
§14 within seven days of Grantee's receipt of such notice.
G. Subrogation Waiver
All commercial insurance policies secured or maintained by Grantee or its Subcontractors in
relation to this Agreement shall include clauses stating that each carrier shall waive all rights
of recovery under subrogation or otherwise against Grantee or the State, its agencies,
institutions, organizations, officers, agents, employees, and volunteers.
H. Public Entities
If Grantee is a "public entity" within the meaning of the Colorado Governmental Immunity
Act, §24-10-101, et seq., C.R.S. (the "GIA"), Grantee shall maintain, in lieu of the liability
insurance requirements stated above, at all times during the term of this Agreement such
liability insurance, by commercial policy or self-insurance, as is necessary to meet its
liabilities under the GIA. If a Subcontractor is a public entity within the meaning of the GIA,
Grantee shall ensure that the Subcontractor maintain at all times during the terms of this
Grantee, in lieu of the liability insurance requirements stated above, such liability insurance,
by commercial policy or self-insurance, as is necessary to meet the Subcontractor's
obligations under the GIA.
I. Certificates
For each commercial insurance plan provided by Grantee under this Agreement, Grantee
shall provide to the State certificates evidencing Grantee's insurance coverage required in
this Agreement within seven Business Days following the Effective Date. Grantee shall
provide to the State certificates evidencing Subcontractor insurance coverage required under
this Agreement within seven Business Days following the Effective Date, except that, if
Grantee's subcontract is not in effect as of the Effective Date, Grantee shall provide to the
State certificates showing Subcontractor insurance coverage required under this Agreement
within seven Business Days following Grantee's execution of the subcontract. No later than
15 days before the expiration date of Grantee's or any Subcontractor's coverage, Grantee
shall deliver to the State certificates of insurance evidencing renewals of coverage. At any
other time during the term of this Agreement,upon request by the State, Grantee shall,within
seven Business Days following the request by the State, supply to the State evidence
satisfactory to the State of compliance with the provisions of this section.
11. BREACH OF AGREEMENT
In the event of a Breach of Agreement, the aggrieved Party shall give written notice of Breach of
Agreement to the other Party. If the notified Party does not cure the breach, at its sole expense,
within 30 days after the delivery of written notice, the Party may exercise any of the remedies as
described in §12 for that Party. Notwithstanding any provision of this Agreement to the contrary,
the State,in its discretion,need not provide notice or a cure period and may immediately terminate
this Agreement in whole or in part or institute any other remedy in this Agreement in order to
protect the public interest of the State; or if Grantee is debarred or suspended under §24-109-105,
C.R.S., the State, in its discretion, need not provide notice or cure period and may terminate this
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Agreement in whole or in part or institute any other remedy in this Agreement as of the date that
the debarment or suspension takes effect.
12. REMEDIES
A. State's Remedies
If Grantee is in breach under any provision of this Agreement and fails to cure such breach,
the State, following the notice and cure period set forth in §11, shall have all of the remedies
listed in this section in addition to all other remedies set forth in this Agreement or at law.
The State may eXercise any or all of the remedies available to it,in its discretion,concurrently
or consecutively.
i. Termination for Breach
In the event of Grantee's uncured breach,the State may terminate this entire Agreement
or any part of this Agreement. Grantee shall continue performance of this Agreement
to the extent not terminated, if any.
a. Obligations and Rights
To the extent specified in any termination notice, Grantee shall not incur further
obligations or render further performance past the effective date of such notice,
and shall terminate outstanding orders and subcontracts with third parties.
However, Grantee shall complete and deliver to the State all Work not cancelled
by the termination notice, and may incur obligations as necessary to do so within
this Agreement's terms. At the request of the State, Grantee shall assign to the
State all of Grantee's rights, title, and interest in and to such terminated orders or
subcontracts. Upon termination, Grantee shall take timely, reasonable and
necessary action to protect and preserve property in the possession of Grantee but
in which the State has an interest. At the State's request, Grantee shall return
materials owned by the State in Grantee's possession at the time of any
termination. Grantee shall deliver all completed Work Product and all Work
Product that was in the process of completion to the State at the State's request.
b. Payments
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary, the State shall only pay Grantee for
accepted Work received as of the date of termination. If, after termination by the
State, the State agrees that Grantee was not in breach or that Grantee's action or
inaction was excusable, such termination shall be treated as a termination in the
public interest, and the rights and obligations of the Parties shall be as if this
Agreement had been terminated in the public interest under §2.E.
c. Damages and Withholding
Notwithstanding any other remedial action by the State, Grantee shall remain
liable to the State for any damages sustained by the State in connection with any
breach by Grantee, and the State may withhold payment to Grantee for the purpose
of mitigating the State's damages until such time as the exact amount of damages
due to the State from Grantee is determined. The State may withhold any amount
that may be due Grantee as the State deems necessary to protect the State against
loss including, without limitation, loss as a result of outstanding liens and excess
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costs incurred by the State in procuring from third parties replacement Work as
cover.
ii. Remedies Not Involving Termination
The State, in its discretion, may exercise one or more of the following additional
remedies:
a. Suspend Performance
Suspend Grantee's performance with respect to all or any portion of the Work
pending corrective action as specified by the State without entitling Grantee to an
adjustment in price or cost or an adjustment in the performance schedule. Grantee
shall promptly cease performing Work and incurring costs in accordance with the
State's directive, and the State shall not be liable for costs incurred by Grantee
after the suspension of performance.
b. Withhold Payment
Withhold payment to Grantee until Grantee corrects its Work.
c. Deny Payment
Deny payment for Work not performed, or that due to Grantee's actions or
inactions, cannot be performed or if they were performed are reasonably of no
value to the state; provided,that any denial of payment shall be equal to the value
of the obligations not performed.
d. Removal
Demand immediate removal of any of Grantee's employees, agents, or
Subcontractors from the Work whom the State deems incompetent, careless,
insubordinate, unsuitable, ar otherwise unacceptable ar whose continued relation
to this Agreement is deemed by the State to be contrary to the public interest or
the State's best interest.
e. Intellectual Property
If any Work infringes, or if the State in its sole discretion determines that any
Work is likely to infringe, a patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret or other
intellectual property right, Grantee shall, as approved by the State (i) secure that
right to use such Work for the State and Grantee; (ii) replace the Work with
noninfringing Wark or modify the Work so that it becomes noninfringing; or, (iii)
remove any infringing Work and refund the amount paid for such Work to the
State.
B. Grantee's Remedies
If the State is in breach of any provision of this Agreement and does not cure such breach,
Grantee, following the notice and cure period in §11 and the dispute resolution process in
§13 shall have all remedies available at law and equity.
13. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
A. Initial Resolution
Except as herein specifically provided otherwise, disputes concerning the performance of this
Agreement which cannot be resolved by the designated Agreement representatives shall be
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referred in writing to a senior departmental management staff inember designated by the State
and a senior manager designated by Grantee far resolution.
B. Resolution of Controversies
If the initial resolution described in §13.A13.A fails to resolve the dispute within 10 Business
Days, Grantee shall submit any alleged breach of this Agreement by the State to the
Procurement Official of the State Agency named on the Cover Page of this Agreement as
described in §24-101-301(30), C.R.S. for resolution following the same resolution of
controversies process as described in §24-106-109, C.R.S., and §§24-109-101.1 through 24-
109-505, C.R.S. (the "Resolution Statutes"), except that if Grantee wishes to challenge any
decision rendered by the Procurement Official, Grantee's challenge shall be an appeal to the
executive director of the Department of Personnel and Administration, or their delegate, in
the same manner as described in the Resolution Statutes before Grantee pursues any further
action. Except as otherwise stated in this Section, all requirements of the Resolution Statutes
shall apply including,without limitation,time limitations regardless of whether the Colorado
Procurement Code applies to this Agreement.
14. NOTICES AND REPRESENTATIVES
Each individual identified as a Principal Representative on the Cover Page for this Agreement shall
be the principal representative of the designating Party. All notices required or permitted to be
given under this Agreement shall be in writing, and shall be delivered (A) by hand with receipt
required, (B) by certified or registered mail to such Party's principal representative at the address
set forth below or(C) as an email with read receipt requested to the principal representative at the
email address, if any, set forth on the Cover Page for this Agreement. If a Party delivers a notice
to another through email and the email is undeliverable, then, unless the Party has been provided
with an alternate email contact, the Party delivering the notice shall deliver the notice by hand with
receipt required or by certified or registered mail to such Party's principal representative at the
address set forth on the Cover Page for this Agreement. Either Party may change its principal
representative ar principal representative contact information, or may designate specific other
individuals to receive certain types of notices in addition to or in lieu of a principal representative,
by notice submitted in accordance with this section without a formal amendment to this Agreement.
Unless otherwise provided in this Agreement,notices shall be effective upon delivery of the written
notice.
15. RIGHTS IN WORK PRODUCT AND OTHER INFORMATION
A. Work Product
i. Copyrights
To the extent that the Work Product(or any portion of the Work Product)would not be
considered works made for hire under applicable law, Grantee hereby assigns to the
State,the entire right,title, and interest in and to copyrights in all Wark Product and all
works based upon, derived from, or incorporating the Work Product; all copyright
applications, registrations, extensions, or renewals relating to all Work Product and all
works based upon, derived from, or incorporating the Work Product; and all moral
rights or similar rights with respect to the Work Product throughout the warld. To the
extent that Grantee cannot make any of the assignments required by this section,
Grantee hereby grants to the State a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use,
modify, copy,publish, display, perform, transfer, distribute, sell, and create derivative
works of the Work Product and all warks based upon, derived from, or incorporating
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the Work Product by all means and methods and in any format now known or invented
in the future. The State may assign and license its rights under this license.
ii. Patents
In addition, Grantee grants to the State (and to recipients of Work Product distributed
by or on behalf of the State) a perpetual, worldwide, no-charge, royalty-free,
irrevocable patent license to make, have made, use, distribute, sell, offer for sale,
import, transfer, and otherwise utilize, operate, modify and propagate the contents of
the Work Product. Such license applies only to those patent claims licensable by
Grantee that are necessarily infringed by the Work Product alone,or by the combination
of the Work Product with anything else used by the State.
iii. Assignments and Assistance
Whether or not Grantee is under contract with the State at the time, Grantee shall
execute applications, assignments, and other documents, and shall render all other
reasonable assistance requested by the State, to enable the State to secure patents,
copyrights, licenses and other intellectual property rights related to the Work Product.
The Parties intend the Work Product to be works made for hire. Grantee assigns to the
State and its successors and assigns, the entire right, title, and interest in and to all
causes of action, either in law or in equity, for past, present, or future infringement of
intellectual property rights related to the Work Product and all works based on, derived
from, or incorporating the Work Product.
B. Exclusive Property of the State
Except to the extent specifically provided elsewhere in this Agreement, any pre-existing State
Records, State software, research, reports, studies, photographs, negatives or other
documents, drawings,models,materials, data and information shall be the exclusive property
of the State (collectively, "State Materials"). Grantee shall not use, willingly allow, cause ar
permit Work Product or State Materials to be used for any purpose other than the performance
of Grantee's obligations in this Agreement without the prior written consent of the State.
Upon termination of this Agreement for any reason, Grantee shall provide all Work Product
and State Materials to the State in a form and manner as directed by the State.
C. Exclusive Property of Grantee
Grantee retains the exclusive rights, title, and ownership to any and all pre-existing materials
owned or licensed to Grantee including,but not limited to, all pre-existing software, licensed
products, associated source code, machine code, text images, audio and/or video, and third-
party materials, delivered by Grantee under this Agreement, whether incorporated in a
Deliverable ar necessary to use a Deliverable (collectively, "Grantee Property"). Grantee
Property shall be licensed to the State as set forth in this Agreement or a State approved
license agreement: (i) entered into as exhibits to this Agreement, (ii) obtained by the State
from the applicable third-party vendor, or(iii)in the case of open source software, the license
terms set forth in the applicable open source license agreement.
16. STATEWIDE CONTRACT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
If the maximum amount payable to Grantee under this Agreement is $100,000 or greater, either on
the Effective Date or at any time thereafter, this section shall apply. Grantee agrees to be governed
by and comply with the provisions of §§24-106-103, 24-102-206, 24-106-106, and 24-106-107,
C.R.S. regarding the monitoring of vendor performance and the reporting of Agreement
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performance information in the State's Agreement management system ("Contract Management
System" or "CMS"). Grantee's performance shall be subject to evaluation and review in
accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, Colorado statutes governing CMS,
and State Fiscal Rules and State Controller policies.
17. GENERAL PROVISIONS
A. Assignment
Grantee's rights and obligations under this Agreement are personal and may not be
transferred or assigned without the prior, written consent of the State. Any attempt at
assignment or transfer without such consent shall be void. Any assignment or transfer of
Grantee's rights and obligations approved by the State shall be subject to the provisions of
this Agreement.
B. Subcontracts
Grantee shall not enter into any subgrant or subcontract in connection with its obligations
under this Agreement without the prior, written approval of the State. Grantee shall submit
to the State a copy of each such subgrant or subcontract upon request by the State. All
subgrants and subcontracts entered into by Grantee in connection with this Agreement shall
comply with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, shall provide that they are
governed by the laws of the State of Colorado, and shall be subject to all provisions of this
Agreement.
C. Binding Effect
Except as otherwise provided in §17.A, all provisions of this Agreement, including the
benefits and burdens, shall extend to and be binding upon the Parties' respective successors
and assigns.
D. Authority
Each Party represents and warrants to the other that the execution and delivery of this
Agreement and the performance of such Party's obligations have been duly authorized.
E. Captions and References
The captions and headings in this Agreement are for convenience of reference only, and shall
not be used to interpret, define, or limit its provisions. All references in this Agreement to
sections (whether spelled out or using the § symbol), subsections, exhibits or other
attachments, are references to sections, subsections, exhibits or other attachments contained
herein or incorporated as a part hereof, unless otherwise noted.
F. Counterparts
This Agreement may be executed in multiple, identical, original counterparts, each of which
shall be deemed to be an original, but all of which, taken together, shall constitute one and
the same agreement.
G. Entire Understanding
This Agreement represents the complete integration of all understandings between the Parties
related to the Work, and all prior representations and understandings related to the Work, oral
or written, are merged into this Agreement. Prior or contemporaneous additions, deletions,
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or other changes to this Agreement shall not have any force or effect whatsoever, unless
embodied herein.
H. Digital Signatures
If any signatory signs this agreement using a digital signature in accordance with the
Colorado State Controller Contract, Grant and Purchase Order Policies regarding the use of
digital signatures issued under the State Fiscal Rules, then any agreement or consent to use
digital signatures within the electronic system through which that signatory signed shall be
incorporated into this Agreement by reference.
I. Modification
Except as otherwise provided in this Agreement, any modification to this Agreement shall
only be effective if agreed to in a formal amendment to this Agreement, properly executed
and approved in accordance with applicable Colorado State law and State Fiscal Rules.
Modifications permitted under this Agreement, other than Agreement amendments, shall
conform to the policies issued by the Colorado State Controller.
J. Statutes, Regulations, Fiscal Rules, and Other Authority.
Any reference in this Agreement to a statute, regulation, State Fiscal Rule, fiscal policy or
other authority shall be interpreted to refer to such authority then current, as may have been
changed or amended since the Effective Date of this Agreement.
K. External Terms and Conditions
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein, the State shall not be subject to any
provision included in any terms, conditions, or agreements appearing on Grantee's or a
Subcontractor's website or any provision incorporated into any click-through or online
agreements related to the Work unless that provision is specifically referenced in this
Agreement.
L. Severability
The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision of this Agreement shall not affect the
validity or enfarceability of any other provision of this Agreement,which shall remain in full
force and effect,provided that the Parties can continue to perform their obligations under this
Agreement in accordance with the intent of this Agreement.
M. Survival of Certain Agreement Terms
Any provision of this Agreement that imposes an obligation on a Party after termination ar
expiration of this Agreement shall survive the termination or expiration of this Agreement
and shall be enforceable by the other Party.
N. Taxes
The State is exempt from federal eXcise taXes under I.R.C. Chapter 32 (26 U.S.C., Subtitle
D,Ch. 32)(Federal Excise Tax Exemption Certificate of Registry No. 84-730123K)and from
State and local government sales and use taxes under §§39-26-704(1), et seq., C.R.S.
(Colorado Sales Tax Exemption Identification Number 98-02565). The State shall not be
liable far the payment of any excise, sales, ar use taxes, regardless of whether any political
subdivision of the state imposes such taxes on Grantee. Grantee shall be solely responsible
for any exemptions from the collection of excise, sales ar use taXes that Grantee may wish to
have in place in connection with this Agreement.
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O. Third Party Beneficiaries
Except for the Parties' respective successors and assigns described in§ 17.A,this Agreement
does not and is not intended to confer any rights or remedies upon any person or entity other
than the Parties. Enforcement of this Agreement and all rights and obligations hereunder are
reserved solely to the Parties. Any services or benefits which third parties receive as a result
of this Agreement are incidental to this Agreement, and do not create any rights for such third
parties.
P. Waiver
A Party's failure or delay in exercising any right, power, or privilege under this Agreement,
whether explicit or by lack of enforcement, shall not operate as a waiver,nor shall any single
or partial exercise of any right, power, or privilege preclude any other or further exercise of
such right, power, or privilege.
Q. CORA Disclosure
To the extent not prohibited by federal law, this Agreement and the performance measures
and standards required under §24-106-107, C.R.S., if any, are subject to public release
through the CORA.
R. Standard and Manner of Performance
Grantee shall perform its obligations under this Agreement in accordance with the
professional standards of care, skill and diligence in Grantee's industry, trade, or profession.
S. Licenses, Permits, and Other Authorizations.
Grantee shall secure,prior to the Effective Date, and maintain at all times during the term of
this Agreement, at its sole expense, all licenses, certifications, permits, and other
authorizations required to perform its obligations under this Agreement, and shall ensure that
all employees, agents and Subcontractors secure and maintain at all times during the term of
their employment, agency or Subcontractar, all license, certifications, permits and other
authorizations required to perform their obligations in relation to this Agreement.
18. COLORADO SPECIAL PROVISIONS (COLORADO FISCAL RULE 3-3)
These Special Provisions apply to all agreements except where noted in italics.
A. STATUTORY APPROVAL. §24-30-202(1), C.R.S.
This Agreement shall not be valid until it has been approved by the Colorado State Controller
or designee. If this Agreement is for a Major Information Technology Project, as defined in
§24-37.5-102(2.6), then this Agreement shall not be valid until it has been approved by the
State's Chief Information Officer or designee.
B. FUND AVAILABILITY. §24-30-202(5.5), C.R.S.
Financial obligations of the State payable after the current State Fiscal Year are contingent
upon funds for that purpose being appropriated,budgeted, and otherwise made available.
C. GOVERNMENTAL IMMUNITY.
Liability for claims for injuries to persons ar property arising from the negligence of the State,
its departments, boards, commissions committees, bureaus, offices, employees and officials
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shall be controlled and limited by the provisions of the Colorado Governmental Immuniry
Act, §24-10-101, et seq., C.R.S.; the Federal Tort Claims Act, 28 U.S.C. Pt. VI, Ch. 171 and
28 U.S.C. 1346(b), and the State's risk management statutes, §§24-30-1501, et seq. C.R.S.
No term or condition of this Agreement shall be construed or interpreted as a waiver, express
or implied, of any of the immunities, rights, benefits, protections, or other provisions,
contained in these statutes.
D. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
Grantee shall perform its duties hereunder as an independent contractor and not as an
employee. Neither Grantee nor any agent or employee of Grantee shall be deemed to be an
agent or employee of the State. Grantee shall not have authorization, express or implied, to
bind the State to any agreement, liability or understanding, except as expressly set forth
herein. Grantee and its employees and agents are not entitled to unemployment
insurance or workers compensation benefits through the State and the State shall not
pay for or otherwise provide such coverage for Grantee or any of its agents or
employees. Grantee shall pay when due all applicable employment taxes and income
taxes and local head taxes incurred pursuant to this Agreement. Grantee shall (i)
provide and keep in force workers' compensation and unemployment compensation
insurance in the amounts required by law, (ii)provide proof thereof when requested by
the State,and(iii)be solely responsible for its acts and those of its employees and agents.
E. COMPLIANCE WITH LAW.
Grantee shall comply with all applicable federal and State laws, rules, and regulations in
effect or hereafter established, including, without limitation, laws applicable to
discrimination and unfair employment practices.
F. CHOICE OF LAW, JURISDICTION,AND VENUE.
Colorado law, and rules and regulations issued pursuant thereto, shall be applied in the
interpretation, execution, and enforcement of this Agreement. Any provision included or
incorporated herein by reference which conflicts with said laws, rules, and regulations shall
be null and void. All suits or actions related to this Agreement shall be filed and proceedings
held in the State of Colorado and exclusive venue shall be in the City and County of Denver.
G. PROffiBITED TERMS.
Any term included in this Agreement that requires the State to indemnify or hold Grantee
harmless; requires the State to agree to binding arbitration; limits Grantee's liability for
damages resulting from death,bodily injury, or damage to tangible property; ar that conflicts
with this provision in any way shall be void ab initio. Nothing in this Agreement shall be
construed as a waiver of any provision of§24-106-109 C.R.S.
H. SOFTWARE PIRACY PROHIBITION.
State ar other public funds payable under this Agreement shall not be used far the acquisition,
operation, or maintenance of computer software in violation of federal copyright laws or
applicable licensing restrictions. Grantee hereby certifies and warrants that, during the term
of this Agreement and any extensions, Grantee has and shall maintain in place appropriate
systems and controls to prevent such improper use of public funds. If the State determines
that Grantee is in violation of this provision, the State may exercise any remedy available at
law or in equity or under this Agreement, including, without limitation, immediate
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termination of this Agreement and any remedy consistent with federal copyright laws or
applicable licensing restrictions.
L EMPLOYEE FINANCIAL INTEREST/CONFLICT OF INTEREST. §§24-18-201 and
24-50-507, C.R.S.
The signatories aver that to their knowledge, no employee of the State has any personal or
beneficial interest whatsoever in the service or property described in this Agreement. Grantee
has no interest and shall not acquire any interest, direct or indirect, that would conflict in any
manner or degree with the performance of Grantee's services and Grantee shall not employ
any person having such known interests.
J. VENDOR OFFSET AND ERRONEOUS PAYMENTS. §§24-30-202(1) and 24-30-
202.4, C.R.S.
[Not applicable to intergovernmental agNeements] Subject to §24-30-202.4(3.5), C.R.S.,the
State Controller may withhold payment under the State's vendor offset intercept system for
debts owed to State agencies for: (i) unpaid child support debts or child support arrearages;
(ii) unpaid balances of tax, accrued interest, or other charges specified in §§39-21-101, et
seq., C.R.S.; (iii)unpaid loans due to the Student Loan Division of the Department of Higher
Education; (iv) amounts required to be paid to the Unemployment Compensation Fund; and
(v) other unpaid debts owing to the State as a result of final agency determination or judicial
action. The State may also recover, at the State's discretion, payments made to Grantee in
error for any reason, including, but not limited to, overpayments or improper payments, and
unexpended or excess funds received by Grantee by deduction from subsequent payments
under this Agreement, deduction from any payment due under any other contracts, grants or
agreements between the State and Grantee, or by any other appropriate method for collecting
debts owed to the State.
K. PUBLIC CONTRACTS FOR SERVICES. §§8-17.5-101, et seq., C.R.S.
[Not applicable to agreements relating to the offer, issuance, or sale of securities,
investment advisory services or fund management services, sponsored projects,
intergovernmental agreements, or information technology services or products and
servicesJ Grantee certifies,warrants,and agrees that it does not knowingly employ or contract
with an illegal alien who will perform work under this Agreement and will confirm the
employment eligibility of all employees who are newly hired for employment in the United
States to perform work under this Agreement, through participation in the E-Verify Program
ar the State verification program established pursuant to §8-17.5-102(5)(c), C.R.S., Grantee
shall not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien to perform work under this
Agreement ar enter into a contract with a Subcontractor that fails to certify to Grantee that
the Subcontractor shall not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien to perform
work under this Agreement. Grantee (i) shall not use E-Verify Program or the program
procedures of the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment ("Department Program")
to undertake pre-employment screening of job applicants while this Agreement is being
performed, (ii) shall notify the Subcontractor and the contracting State agency or institution
of higher education within three days if Grantee has actual knowledge that a Subcontractar
is employing or contracting with an illegal alien for work under this Agreement, (iii) shall
terminate the subcontract if a Subcontractor does not stop employing or contracting with the
illegal alien within three days of receiving the notice, and (iv) shall comply with reasonable
requests made in the course of an investigation, undertaken pursuant to §8-17.5-102(5),
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C.R.S.,by the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment. If Grantee participates in the
Department program, Grantee shall deliver to the contracting State agency, Institution of
Higher Education or political subdivision, a written, notarized affirmation, affirming that
Grantee has eXamined the legal work status of such employee, and shall comply with all of
the other requirements of the Department program. If Grantee fails to comply with any
requirement of this provision or §§8-17.5-101, et seq., C.R.S., the contracting State agency,
institution of higher education or political subdivision may terminate this Agreement for
breach and, if so terminated, Grantee shall be liable for damages.
L. PUBLIC CONTRACTS WITH NATURAL PERSONS. §§24-76.5-101, et seq., C.R.S.
Grantee, if a natural person 18 years of age or older,hereby swears and affirms under penalty
of perjury that Grantee (i) is a citizen or otherwise lawfully present in the United States
pursuant to federal law, (ri) shall comply with the provisions of §§24-76.5-101, et seq.,
C.R.S., and (iii) has produced one form of identification required by §24-76.5-103, C.R.S.
prior to the Effective Date of this Agreement.
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Exhibit A
COLORADO THE BEAUTIFUL CONSTRUCTION APPLICATION
� Applicant or Organization Name: Town of Estes Park
Mailing Address: 170 MacGregor Ave, PO Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517
Applicant Lead Contact Name: Christy Crosser Title: Grants Specialist
Telephone: 970 577 3574 Email: ccrosser@estes.org Is this the primary contact for
this grant: X YES ❑ NO
PROJECT MANAGER (this person will have day-to-day responsibility for the project)
Name: Ryan Barr
Mailing Address: 170 MacGregor Ave., PO Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517
Telephone: 970 577 3575 Email: rbarr@estes.org
PRIMARY PARTNER INFORMATION (IF APPLICABLE)
Name:
Mailing Address:
Partner Contact Name: Title:
Telephone: Email: Is this the primary contact for
this grant: ❑ YES � NO
Project Title: Fall River Trail
Grant Request: $363,706.00 Required Match: $109,111.80
Total Project Cost: $472,817.80 (cost of the entire trail is $7.3 million)
Project Summary: Please write a short (1 paragraph) summary of your project. This information will be posted online
and in grant application and reviewer information packets.
The Town of Estes Park, in Larimer County, is requesting $363,706 to support construction of a 375-foot segment of
a planned 2.5-mile multimodal trail that will start at Rocky Mountain National Park's (RMNP) boundary at Aspenglen
Campground. This segment will build upon two connected segments of trail that follow Fall River along Fish Hatchery
Road from the RMNP boundary to the United Methodist Church auxiliary parking lot, which are funded through CPW
LWCF and CPW Colorado State Trails grants in 2018 and 2019. The segment described in this application will
extend the trail from the church parking lot to a private driveway just before the junction of Fish Hatchery Road and
US34.
Engineering plans have been developed for the entire 2.5-mile trail extension, and these plans are available upon
request. Trail construction from the RMNP boundary to the United Methodist Church auxiliary parking lot on Fish
Hatchery Road is funded, and construction is scheduled to begin in fall 2019. The next logical and sequential
segment of this proposed trail starts at this parking lot point on Fish Hatchery Road and continues to follow Fish
Hatchery Road before the junction with US34. That short segment is the scope of this request. It would essentially
complete the Fish Hatchery Road half of the Fall River Trail, leaving only the US34 segment to be funded and built.
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Exhibit A
Performance Monitoring
Project Name: Fall River Trail
Project Sponsor: Town of Estes Park
A.) Performance Measures and Standards
• Construct a 375-foot segment of a planned 2.5-mile multimodal trail. It will start at Rocky
Mountain National Park's boundary at Aspenglen Campground and extend out along Fish
Hatchery Road.
B.) Accountability
• When the grantee submits a partial payment,they will sign off on the invoice form
certifying, "the billing reflects only those items which conform and are consistent with the
performance measures and standards of the project agreement."
• If the items requested for reimbursement are not consistent with the performance
measures and standards,then payments may be withheld.
• If items submitted to clear an advance payment are not consistent with the performance
measures and standards,then a refund of the advanced monies will be requested.
C.) Monitoring Requirements
• Grantee will submit an annual status report through the duration of the agreement that is
due at the end of the calendar year.
• A final inspection will be conducted prior to the final payment being processed.
• If necessary, a Certificate of Project Completeness form will be used as the Final Inspection
of the project. The form will need to be signed prior to the final payment being processed.
D.) Noncompliance Resolution
• If a conflict arises during the life of the project agreement,the steps listed below will be
taken. If a conflict cannot be resolved, the issue will move through the levels until a
resolution has been reached.
1. Grantee will work with the Trails Program Assistant assigned to managing the
project.
2. If the issue cannot be resolved, it will be brought to the Trails Program Manager to
try to reach a resolution.
3. If there is still a problem,the issue will be brought to the Director of Colorado Parks
and Wildlife.
4. The Colorado Parks and Wildlife commission will be brought in to make a final
decision on any conflict if the issue could not be solved in the first three steps.
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Exhibit 6
Budget Form - Project Name: Fall River Trail
SOURCE OF FUNDS Date CPW Trails Grant Total Project Total Funding
Secured Request[A] Match [B] ($) [C]
CASH I I I I I I I I �
CtB Grant Request I TBDI I I I $ 363,706.00 I I $ 363,706.00 I
Town of Estes Park(CtB Match) I 2020I I I I I $ 109,111.80 I $ 109,111.80 I
I I I I I I I $ - I
IN-KIND I + I I � I � I I I I +
I I I I I I I $ - I
TOTAL SOURCES OF FUNDS I * I I � I � I $ 363,706.00 I $ 109,111.80 I $ 472,817.80 I *
�
Total Project Total Funding Balance [Snouid
[CASH] Description of Work Qty Unit Unit Price Total (B*D) CPW Funds Match ($) ($) be 0]
CATEGORY 1-Contracted Services-Contractor �
Construction Services (Removals, Potholing,Sweeping, Mobilization,
Construction Surveying, etc.) 1 EA $ 117,270.00 $ 117,270.00 $ 117,270.00 0
Ground Work (Clearing&Grubbing,Tree Retention & Protection,
Excavation, Removal & Disposal of Sediment,Topsoil, Erosion Control,
Seeding, Mulching, etc.) 1 EA $ 51,610.00 $ 51,610.00 $ 51,610.00 0
Traffic Control (Flagging, Barricades,Signs,Traffic Control
Management& Inspection, Pavement Marking Paint,etc.) 1 EA $ 62,465.00 $ 62,465.00 $ 62,465.00 0
I I I I $ - I I I $ - I �
Category 2-Salary/Wages I
GrantAdministration (documentation management, reporting per � 200�HR � $ 37.00 � $ 7,400.00 I $ 7,400.00 I $ - I $ 7,400.00 � 0
grant requirements, reimbursement requests, and grant close out) I � � � $ - I I I $ - � �
CATEGORY 3- Materials/Supplies-Contractor
Construction Materials (Concrete,Aggregate Base Course,Asphalt,
Riprap, Corrugated Steel Pipe,Truncated Domes) 1 $ 123,020.00 $ 89,331.55 $ 33,688.45 $ 123,020.00 0
I I I I $ - I I I $ - I �
Additional Categories I �
Trail Easements I 1I EA I $ 20,234.51 I $ 20,423.35 I $ - I $ 20,423.35 I $ 20,423.35 I 0
Utility Relocations I 1I EA I $ 55,000.00 I $ 55,000.00 I $ - I $ 55,000.00 I $ 55,000.00 I 0
Contingency I 1I EA I $ 35,629.45 I $ 35,629.45 I $ 35,629.45 I I $ 35,629.45 I 0
I I I Is - I I Is - I o
USE OF FUNDS-CASH SUBTOTAL I I I I $ 472,817.80 I $ 363,706.00 I $ 109,111.80 I $ 472,817.80 I $ - �
� � � � � � � �
Total Funding Balance [snouid
[IN-KIND] Description of Work Qty Unit Unit Price Total (B*D) ($� be 0]
Category 1-Contracted Services I
� � � � $ - � � $ - � $ - � �
Category 2-Salary/Wages I
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Category 3- Materials/Tools I
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20-TRLG- CTGG1 PMAA 2020*
Option#,CMS
EXHIBIT C
OPTION LETTER
State Agency Option Letter Number and CMS
Department of Natural Resources
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
1313 Sherman Street
Denver, Colorado 80203
Grantee Original Contract Number (CMS)
Agreement Maximum Amount CORE ID
Contract Performance Begin Date
The later of the Effective Date or Month Day,
Year
Current Contract Expiration Date
1. Option to Extend Term: In accordance with Section 2.0 of the Original Contract referenced
above, the State hereby exercises its option for an additional term, beginning Insert start date and
ending on the current contract expiration date shown above, at the rates stated in the Original
Contract, as amended
2. Effective Date: The effective date of this Option Letter is upon approval of the State Controller
or , whichever is later.
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or an authorized delegate
STATE OF COLORADO STATE CONTROLLER
Jared S. Polis, Governor Robert Jaros, CPA, MBA, JD
Department of Natural Resources
Dan Gibbs, Executive Director
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
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To: Honorable Mayor Koenig
Board of Trustees
Through: Town Administrator Machalek
From: Superintendent Lockhart and Director Bergsten
Date: May 12, 2020
RE: Purchase of Two Bucket Trucks for Power and Communication for
$431,065, Budgeted
(Mark all that apply)
❑ PUBLIC HEARING ❑ ORDINANCE ❑ LAND USE
❑ CONTRACT/AGREEMENT ❑ RESOLUTION ❑ OTHER
QUASI-JUDICIAL ❑ YES � NO
Obiective:
To support our reliable, efficient, well maintained and up to date electric and
communications infrastructure by obtaining Town Board approval for the purchase of
two bucket trucks.
Present Situation:
The Power & Communications Division currently has two bucket trucks that are
scheduled for replacement; one is a 2007 50ft International Bucket Truck and the other
is a 40ft 2012 F550 Bucket Truck.
Taller replacement poles are often required to meet National Electric Safety Code
spacing requirements when adding our fiber optic cables. We are requesting the
purchase of larger trucks to work on the taller poles.
Our new fiber crew installs and maintains the smart grid and broadband infrastructure.
The overhead fiber infrastructure is located at the bottom of the poles. The fiber crew
will start using the 2012 bucket truck to meet their needs.
The Board approved $440,000 in the 2020 budget for these replacements. These funds
come from our separate Power and Communications vehicle replacement reserve.
The board's approval will allow the Mayor to sign the purchase order for this purchase
which is over $100,000.
These trucks have a typical lead time of one year.
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Quotes were requested from three vendors:
Altec:
641 Telluride St, Aurora, Colorado, 303-364-9515
60ft $249,065.00
48ft $182,000.00
Total=$431,065
Terex Utilities, INC:
500 Oakwood Road, Watertown, SD 57201, 605-882-5595
60ft $256,295
48ft $194,298
Total=$450,593
Elliott Equipment Co.:
No Bid
Proposal:
Staff proposes the purchase of the two Altec bucket trucks.
Advantaqes:
• More reliable
• Allows us to keep one bucket trucks for Broadband
• Lower maintenance costs and less crew down time waiting for the older truck to
be repaired.
Disadvantaqes:
None
Action Recommended:
Staff recommends moving forward with purchasing the two Altec Bucket Trucks.
Finance/Resource Impact:
$431,065 / 502-7001-580.34-42 / Power & Communications Trucks
Level of Public Interest
Low
Sample Motion:
This will be on the consent agenda.
Should it be removed the following sample motion could be used.
I move to approve/deny the purchasing costs for two Altec bucket trucks
Attachments:
None
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LARIMER COUNTY: HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT
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COVID-19 Update �
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1. Identify and contain the spread of COVID-19 through aggressive contact tracing, active
monitoring, increased testing capacity, enforcement, and strong public messaging.
2. Mitigate the impacts of COVID-19 on our healthcare systems through strong partnerships with
health agencies and hospitals, and by providing logistical support for the care of impacted people.
3. Coordinate essential State and Federal surge supplies according to established logistics priorities,
while also continuing to evaluate and maintain adequate contingency surge supplies
4.Provide the framework and guidelines to the community on the step-down process from the Stay
� At Home Order to the Governor's Safer at Home guidelines while not exceeding the early warning
triggers.
5. Ensure quarantine and isolation measures are implemented for affected community members
6. Establish a long-term recovery framework in coordination with municipal nonprofit and
nongovernmental partners
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Olderthan 65 14%
Diabetes S%
Lung Disease 8%
Heart Disease 2.5%
The above conditions are the most common when considering
susceptibility. However, including other comorbidities, such as
underlying health conditions, obesity or smoking status in
Larimer County this could be up to 100,000 people.
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March 31 , 2�20 Still exploring local options for a small potential alternate care site
Today Almost completed scalable Alternate Care Facility at the Ranch
with initial capacity for 200 patients.
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• Unified response and following incident command is working
• Hospital partnerships have been essential in this response
• Our hospitals are adjusting, trying new things, and seeing success. In a time when
there is no evidence, minimal data, just trial and error, they have done a great
job helping these patients pull through
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• We chose to move into the safer at home phase, while many other counties stayed
in the stay at home phase.
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businesses to reopen in a limited capacity. We want to continue to re-open our
businesses safely and thoughtfully and we will unless we trigger our early warning
indicators.
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o Allows us to consider a variance to the state to allow us some local control and
decisions on re-opening.
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ceremonies and gyms and swimming pools. All subject to approval by the state.
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Larimer County will work with its dispatch agencies throughout the county to monitor responses to respiratory calls
. New COVID Positive Cases County-wide
LCDHE has received reports of more than 25 new cases or 10%of individuals tested on three separate days over a 14 day
period. This indicator is based on reports from CEDRS(Colorado's reporting system used to track COVID cases).
• New COVID-19 Presumptive Positive Admits to Hospitals
Based on daily hospital data provided to the Larimer EOC, if it is observed that 15 new hospital admits per day of presumptive
positive cases on three separate days over a 14 day period.
• Number of COVID Patients in the Hospitals
Based on daily hospital data provided to the Larimer EOC, if it is observed that more than 65 patients are being treated for
COVID throughout the two major hospital systems in Larimer County.
• Hospital Census Rates(both Total and ICU)
Hospitals county-wide are required to maintain a daily occupancy of less than 70% in order to continue providing elective
procedures. Based on the daily hospital data provided to the Larimer EOC, if we see hospitals at 80%occupancy,this is a
trigger to begin a detailed review of where patients are coming from and what may be causing the surge. If hospitals achieve
90%occupancy,this is a trigger to reinstate more restrictive social distancing practices and would be a trigger to activate an
ACS. If we see hospitals at 100%,this would trigger the reinstatement of emergency protective actions.
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Start date Agenda_Item_Title Name File_Upload Comments_for_the_Board_of_Trustees_
In regard to Public Health issues:
Estes Park and Larimer County Mask Ordinances--
We support the Town's Mask Ordinance which has been adopted to protect the health of visitors
and locals. The County also has a mask ordinance;ours has to be a more restrictive due to much
more restricted spaces in our powntown corridor. Any variance for eating/drinking should be
restricted to specifically designated areas that respect social distancing from others NOT
eating/drinking.
Wearing masks is a temporary inconvenience to protect all of us. Now even the White House is
wearing masks. AND masks are being worn OUTSIDE the White House as well--just watch the
current press conferences.
Larimer County Department of Masks and social distancing are necessary to protect everyone in this deadly pandemic. It is NOT
5/12/2020 8:49 AM Health&Environment Update. Vicky and Dave Henry a hoax.
Request for Early Warning System("EWS")for Estes Park--
Now that the County and Town has re-opened Estes Park to visitors(in reality,these are not intra-
county travelers),it is essential that Estes Park has an established and publicly known EWS for
COVID-19 prevalence.
Such a need was noted in the County meeting with Director Gonzales on 4/28.
Estes Park and Valley area already has multiple COVID-19 positive cases AND 2 deaths(Estes
Park&Drake addresses)reported on the Larimer County Health website. EPH cases are a
lagging indicator--not a leading indicator of community spread.
Because community-wide COVID-19 tests are NOT available to our population,we support
wastewater testing that is currently used in many states and other communities--including
Colorado(Gunnison County article attached). This is non-invasive,detects symptomatic and
Larimer County Department of Gunnison Countv Testinp asymptomatic presence,less cost than elusive individual tests,and being used as an EWS in other
5/12/2020 932 AM Health&Environment Update. Vicky and Dave Henry Wastewater for Coronavirus.odf locations.
Please open up the Park and the town of Estes Park ASAP.Too many business owners rely on the
summer months to survive.Also don't make masks a law.It is very hostile to go into a store with
Larimer County Department of everyone wearing masks and takes the joy of shopping away.Let us have our freedom to govern
5/12/2020 9:32 AM Health&Environment Update. Cheri Starcevich ourselves back!
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Report & Discussion (outside entities) Item #2 Public Comment
Keep Parks Open
SArah Clark <sa.grace.clark@gmail.com> Sat, May 9, 2020 at 1:31 PM
Hi -
My sister lives in Estes park working for a rental agency. Most of the businesses have already become bankrupt from
covid-19 actions. They are doing everything they can do take this hit and not give up their businesses. If the parks
don't open till September, the town will likely liquidate and people would have to move away to find new jobs. The
Rocky Mountain national park would no longer be very accessible to tourists with no rental options or places to eat. I
understand the covid-19 concern, but please think of a plan that will not destroy the town. Maybe half of the rangers
can stay in dorms (less populated)and the other half can stay at YMCA or hotels in Estes. Or the park can open with
no rangers or only partial staff.
Best regards,
-SArah Clark
To Mayor Koenig RE: Tuesday Agenda
Rachel Clark <rachelclark06@outlook.com> Sat, May 9, 2020 at 7:32 PM
Dear Mayor Koenig and all those to whom this concerns:
I am writing to appeal that the town of Estes, its businesses, and the National Park be permitted to open for the
summer season.
While I understand that the potential closure would be a decision made in attempt to protect the residents of Estes
from the risk of the virus, I believe it would subject the majority of us to risks much greater. Estes Park relies on
tourism. Moreover, we rely on summer tourism. You know as well as I that all of our local businesses make the
majority of their revenue between the months of Memorial Day and Labor Day, and there are many of us that would
not survive a full closure through the summer season. Yes, an influx of visitors could bring with them a higher risk of
infection, but these visitors are simultaneously the roofs over our heads and the food on our tables. We cannot shut
them out in the name of safety without also forcing out a majority of the local Estes population.
As an individual working in vacation rental property management, I can attest that all of my guests who fell into the
higher-risk category, the elderly, those with compromised immune systems, healthcare workers etc., have already
cancelled or postponed their travels to next year. Our international guests have already cancelled as they cannot get
flights in. Most of my guests have been more hesitant than not, and I don't believe opening the town or the park would
allow for a mass influx or overcrowding of guests. Those who would still be coming -the families from neighboring
states still wanting a summer vacation, all of our guests from Denver and Boulder seeking a weekend getaway in the
mountains-they will be the difference between many of our small local businesses making it or not. Because, again,
many of us will not make it.
I love Estes Park. This place is special and unlike any other. And we are strong, "mountain strong". But we can only
survive so much. We need the summer.
Please reconsider what it means to protect the residents of Estes Park.
Sincerely,
Rachel Clark
Questions for Town meeting re: coronavirus
Kay Rosenthal <epltr@aol.com> Sun, May 10, 2020 at 11:03 AM
HI,
Thanks again for seeking public input and giving us an opportunity to ask questions.
What criteria are we using for reopening Estes Park and RMNP? Will it be based on criteria such as a reduction of
cases for 14 consecutive days, testing, compliance with social distancing and wearing masks, other criteria, or no
criteria other than people wanting to go back to the way things were?
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Will we create an early warning system such as the wastewater testing especially if we are only doing symptomatic
patient testing?
Since the cases identified at EPH on a tourist will be added to the patienYs state/county of residence how will we be
able to track the actual number of positive cases in the Estes Valley and in Larimer County when the number of
tourists increase?
My bias is data driven decisions and actions that will help keep our community safe.
I am happy to help in any way.
Thanks again,
Kay Rosenthal PhD, RN Retired Senior Public Health Nurse Larimer County Department of Health and Environment
RMNP closure
Toni Miller<millert325@aol.com> Sun, May 10, 2020 at 4:23 PM
To the Estes Park Town Board
As a business person in downtown Estes Park,l am horrified and terrified by the news that you are planning to keep
the RMNP closed until the end of September.
Our millions of summer visitors flock to us for one reason only. And that is to spend time in the National Park.
We all understand the issues surrounding the virus.
However, all of us fear a long term closure of the park will result in many of us being put out of business for good and
our wonderful town becoming one more small mountain town that people will ask each other: " do you remember
when Estes Park was vibrant and full of colorful stores?" "And now it is just a dot on the map with papered over and
broken windows."
Please don't do this. Please allow our town to continue to thrive which will only happen with an operating national
park. Even operating in a changed and slightly limited way is better than none at all.
Thank you, Toni Miller
Question for the RMNP Superintendent
Sunny Gilbert <sunny.gilbert@gmail.com> Sun, May 10, 2020 at 7:31 PM
Would it be possible to open RMNP to cyclists looking to ride Trail Ridge Rd., before the park officially opens to thru-
traffic, the same way it has done in the past? It could be limited to Colorado residents, National Park pass holders, or
some other way to limit crowds. This still keeps folks off of trail heads, and key crowd pinch points.
Thoughts? Much appreciated!
Sunny D. Gilbert
5/12 meeting comment/input
James Bernard <JHB2@msn.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 11:19 AM
My comment deals with the planned meeting/discussion with RMNP about reopening of the Park.
While I hope [as does everyone!] that the Park can be fully opened soon, I'll leave that decision to others with more
information than I have.
If the Park cannot yet be fully opened, PLEASE consider openinq the roads within the Park, but closinq parkinq
areas. This would allow us to drive thru the Park[with or without the entrance gates staffed] so we can enjoy the Park
we've been missing. I'd think that would be social distancing at its best: remain in our cars.
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I'd think something along those lines could be a "safe compromise" until the Park can be fully opened.
Thanks!
Jim Bernard
Reopening of RMNP
lonigans bar<lonigansestes@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 1:14 PM
Hello there
On the behalf of our organization, Lonigans Bar& Grill we would like to request the town of Estes Park to open RMNP
as soon as possible. However, we will continue to follow the CDC guidelines regarding social distancing, wearing
face coverings and cleanliness in order stop the spreading of the virus. we and all our employees are all dependent
the summer business for our existance in Estes Park however not opening RMNP further time could be detrimental for
our survival in this town... hope you understand our situation..
thank you
Reopening of RMNP
hubi felden <wildrosechef@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 1:16 PM
Hello there
On the behalf of our organization, Wild Rose restaurant we would like to request the town of Estes Park to open
RMNP as soon as possible. However, we will continue to follow the CDC guidelines regarding social distancing,
wearing face coverings and cleanliness in order stop the spreading of the virus. we and all our employees are all
dependent the summer business for our existance in Estes Park however not opening RMNP further time could be
detrimental for our survival in this town... hope you understand our situation..
thank you
Wild rose restaurant
Open of RMNP
Flavors Rockies <flavorsofrockies@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 1:17 PM
Hello there
On the behalf of our organization, flavors of Rockies we would like to request the town of Estes Park to open RMNP
as soon as possible. However, we will continue to follow the CDC guidelines regarding social distancing, wearing
face coverings and cleanliness in order stop the spreading of the virus. we and all our employees are all dependent
the summer business for our existance in Estes Park however not opening RMNP further time could be detrimental for
our survival in this town... hope you understand our situation..
thank you
flavors of Rockies
Reopening of RMNP
Gmail <paraspoudyal@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 1:20 PM
Hello there
On the behalf of our organization, Himalayan Curry& Kebob we would like to request the town of Estes Park to open
RMNP as soon as possible. However, we will continue to follow the CDC guidelines regarding social distancing,
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wearing face coverings and cleanliness in order stop the spreading of the virus. we and all our employees are all
dependent the summer business for our existance in Estes Park however not opening RMNP further time could be
detrimental for our survival in this town... hope you understand our situation..
thank you
Himalayan Curry& Kebob
Mayor Koenig - Thank You and Concern
Nate Houston <nate@hoodoopartners.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 1:27 PM
My name is Nate Houston. I own, with my brother Eric, the Tiny Town Sinclair and storage units on Moraine Ave.
Quickly I wanted to thank you for continually informing the community of Estes of your covid-19 response plan. It is
incredible how divided communities are in regards to responses and I am sure managing the situation is difficult. It is
also refreshing to hear a political figure say publicly"did not go as smoothly as we had hoped."Thank you!
I would like to express my concern about the RMNP open date or lack thereof. We own gas stations near Bryce
Canyon in Utah (Panguitch City), which opened last week. This opening took our sales from being down over 50%to
only being down 25% to 30% and has given us the ability to at least breath on making all of our payments.
As a business we have taken measures of sanitizing consistently, instructing team members to comply with guidance
from health districts and local authorities, implementing shields to separate team members from patrons at the
register, encouraging members of our team that are at risk to stay home (two of them did), etc. Are we perfect, not a
chance, but we are doing our best to manage what is in our control in considering both the health and economics of
our team members and business. If there is any chance of your influence to open the park(even with limited capacity)
we would greatly appreciate it.
Thank you for your desire and willingness to serve the community of Estes, the Mayor's role can truly be thankless
(Eric was the Mayor of Pangutich and I've seen it first hand).
opening RMNP
local's grill <localelk@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 1:29 PM
Greetings from locals grill and bar
On the behalf of our organization, Elk Express inc DBA locals grill we would like to request the town of Estes Park to
open RMNP as soon as possible. However, we will continue to follow the CDC guidelines regarding social distancing,
wearing face coverings and cleanliness in order stop the spreading of the covid virus. we and all our employees are
all dependent the summer business in Estes Park however not opening RMNP further time could be detrimental for
our survival in this town... hope you understand our situation..
thank you
Ramesh shakya
locals grill and bar
Vacation Homes and RMNP Opening
Good Neighbor Vacation Rentals <gnvrco@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 1:35 PM
To The Estes Park Town Leadership-
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By way of introduction, my husband and I own 2 short-term vacation rental homes and manage the vacation rentals of
5 homes for other homeowners. We have been in the vacation rental business in Estes Park for 10 years.
Our loss of rents to-date due to cancellations is approaching $100,000. This does not include the fact that we have
only received a handful of inquiries since mid-March. We have lost rentals into July and August. This time of year our
homes are booked solid for the summer peak. One of our most popular homes has lost all of June due to
cancellations. Our current annual forecast vs last year indicates that at a minimum we will lose $200,000 in rents.
Separately, there is a trickle down effect in the community as it relates to our business. Our housekeeping crews are
suffering financial losses as well. Based on the to-date cancellations our housekeepers have lost$11,000 in revenues
from just our own business. We purchase 200 bags of coffee from Kind annually, this year that number will be less
than half. We frequent Safeway, Park Supply and Ace Hardware for on-going supplies for our guests stays which are
now down by half. We hire local window cleaners, pest control, carpet cleaners, painters, etc. All of these services
have been put on hold while we understand your plan forward to open our homes.
We are especially frustrated having to cancel and turn down reservations in May after being told that the Order
expired on April 27th and then being reversed for vacation rental homes until May 27th... while allowing reservations
in hotels, cabin resorts and motels. This makes no sense to us with the Governor's Order transitioning from stay at
home to "safe" at home, it seems like people staying in Estes Park would feel safer in homes.
Further, the YMCA confirmed to me this morning that they are opening on May 22nd... how is that fair? Does anyone
honestly believe that everyone coming to the YMCA on Memorial Day weekend is coming here for anything other than
vacationing?Why is the YMCA's lodging essential while ours is not?
We, and all of our homeowners that we represent, have made a huge investment in Estes Park. Total investment in
the 7 homes in our portfolio is at least$5 million. The investment comes with mortgages, maintenance, commercial
utilities expense, property tax, insurance, Town permit fees etc etc. This is how we make our living and there is no
government relief for us since our small business has no W2 employees. This is how the owners we represent pay the
bills.
Now we are hearing that there is no decision on the timing of the Rocky Mountain National Park opening up; and, we
understand that the Town will have a major hand in that decision. The delay in opening Rocky beyond May 27th is
the final nail in the coffin for the tourist related small business owners in Estes Park. The reservations that we have
managed to keep are dependant on families being able to enter the beautiful Park. Don't people have the right to
enjoy the National Park? Isn't it possible to control the Park situation without shutting it down? People will naturally
social distance on trails while enjoying the exercise, sun and serenity that is vital to building immunity in this stressful
time. IT IS TIME TO OPEN UP ROCKY PLEASE!
Respectfully,
Sue Werder
Reopening Rocky National Park
kurunciadela@yahoo.com <kurunciadela@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 1:41 PM
Hello,
As a resident of Estes Park for 4 years now, I just wanna express my opinion on reopening Rocky National Park, I
would really like to see it reopening when the time is right and of course with understanding any new rules considering
covid-19 situation.
Thank you,
With all respect and stay safe!
Adela Kurunci
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RMNP
Trent <gopackers1997@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 1:42 PM
Dear Board of Trustees
Please let Rocky Mountain National Park open. The town of Estes Park and iYs businesses need it to open in order to
survive. If it is not allowed to open many businesses will be unable to remain open. Not only does this hurt the
owners, employees and citizens; the lost sales tax revenue will hurt the town as well.
Please let RMNP open.
Thank you for your time
-Trenton Ming
vote to Open RMNP
frank@americanbackcountry.com <frank@americanbackcountry.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 1:42 PM
On behalf of out retail customers in Estes Park and RMNP I am requesting that you vote to open RMNP for Summer
2020. A path for caution and prudence and opening exists.
Frank Hintz
opening RMNP
Dinesh Shakya <cafedephothai@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 1:53 PM
Greetings from cafe de pho thai,
On the behalf of our cafe de pho thai, we would like to request the town of Estes Park to open RMNP as soon as
possible. However, we will continue to follow the CDC guidelines regarding social distancing, wearing face coverings
and cleanliness in order stop the spreading of the virus.
we and all our employees are all dependent the summer business in Estes Park, however not opening RMNP further
time could be detrimental for our survival in this town. we hope you understand our situation..
thank you
c
opeing rmnp
Dinesh shakya <dinraj99@hotmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 1:56 PM
Hi sir/madam
I would like to request the town of Estes Park to open RMNP as soon as possible. However, we will continue
to follow the CDC guidelines regarding social distancing, wearing face coverings and cleanliness in order stop the
spreading of the virus.
we and all our employees are all dependent the summer business in Estes Park.
thank you
,_.
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Opening RMNP
josiah ming <jming413@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 1:59 PM
Our family has been visiting Estes park and RMNP for our my entire life. I believe it needs to be reopened for the
Enjoyment and betterment of the local community and vacationer alike. The park is vital to the towns health and
community health. Please open the park soon. -earnestly Josiah Ming
Open Rocky
Shelley<shelley@riverspruce.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:02 PM
To whom it may concern:
We own a small cabin resort in Estes Park and want to encourage our local govt to please relay to secretary of interior
the importance of opening RMNP. Tourism is the life blood of our towns economy and like it or not, we are dependent
on RMNP visitors to keep our town alive. These small businesses like ours that are suffering won't survive a summer
with the national parks closed.
There are a lot of retirees in our town and we certainly don't want to put anyone in danger. We hear their pleas to
close the town to tourism this summer but most of them do not depend on tourism to eat and pay employees. I also
don't think they realize that without our precious visitors, they won't have a grocery store, gas stations, resurfaced
streets, or enough tax revenue to sustain the town we call home.
I am an at risk individual with severe asthma so I understand the fear. However, I intend to continue to stay home,
shop in town for what I need, and stay away from crowds. I will wear a face mask probably well past when it is no
longer required. I can take care of myself without jeopardizing the livelihood of my town and the people whom depend
on the tourism income.
Please let my voice be heard along with the others that would like to close the doors.
Thank you fir your time.
Shelley
Rocky Mt. National Park
WALTER BERKMAN <waldobond@comcast.net> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:02 PM
Hello Board, I hope you will consider to OPEN the park for the good of your town Estes Park. I am a supplier of
headwear to many of the businesses in town and to the shop in the park. Without the main draw for tourists the
number of businesses will shrink VERY quickly. As a long resident of Colorado we love Estes and have been through
all of the ups and downs in the area. Thank you for your consideration.
Wally Berkman
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Rocky Mountain National Park
Mallory Ming <malloryming8@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:02 PM
Dear Town Clerk,
I have been visiting Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park for my entire life and consider Estes Park and
Rocky Mountain National Park to be my favorite vacation destination. In light of this, I would ask that you reopen the
park for the continued enrichment of myself and other visitors. In addition to this, the success of many of the core
business establishments in Estes depend on the business brought in by the park visitors. I believe the reopening of
the park is vital to not only the economic health in Estes Park, but also for the spiritual and emotional health of
residents and visitors alike.
Thank you for your service,
Mallory J. Ming
RMNP
Mallory<gemstonegirl99@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:04 PM
Reopen the National Park, please.
Open RMNP
onespotfam <onespotfam@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:04 PM
Our family has been vacationing in Estes and RMNP for two decades. We see the town as " a home away from
home". We love the businesses and what they have to offer. The business community of Estes would be crushed by
an an extended closing of the park.
Also, people may be looking for outdoor vacations that give them opportunity for fun and "open-air"type activities.
Please re-open!
Open RMNP
the_fifth_one <the_fifth_one@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:06 PM
Please open the national park. I would miss my family's yearly vacation very much if y'all decided to keep the park
closed longer.
Park Closure
peter lasho<lasho2@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:06 PM
I am against keeping the RMNP closed through September. The economic impact to the community would be
devastating.
Pete Lasho Summer visitor
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KEEP RMNP OPEN
Demi Saucier<Dsauci@outlook.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:09 PM
Please keep RMNP open and available. I work in a retail store. Myjob depends on the the park being open. I use the
park to hike and keep my mental health in check.
(no subject)
shaphan.ming <shaphan.ming@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:10 PM
Please open the national park.
Estes
8382663@gmail.com <8382663@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:15 PM
Good afternoon
The current situation of mandatory face masks in the down town area is bad enough...however not opening the Park
is even worse. The Park needs to be open to help sustain the community.
The sooner this is done the better. Social distancing is easily acceptable process within the park.
Please open RMNP so we can come out and spend money in your community supporting businesses, families and
the local patrons that live on visitors....
We have survived the floods over the years, this however is 1000% worse on the economy and lives in Estes.
Open the Park!
Brian
Open up RMNP
I I <EstesParkCowboy@outlook.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:15 PM
Rocky Mountain National Park needs to open for local businesses to survive and also Estes Park has a town cannot
survive with the Park being closed. Luke L
RMNP opening
Mary Ann Denninghoff<madenninghoff@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:18 PM
As part time residents of Estes Park and VRBO owners it is essential that RMNP opens ASAP this summer season.
We understand there may be parameters but the consequences of staying closed are far reaching. The park is for all
the people not only the cities bordering it. Keep the downtown closed/masked but open the park...and/or remind folks
it's their choice to be out and about.
Many of the other National Parks are opening and Rocky needs to be one of them.
Mary Ann Denninghoff
Mike Plackemeier
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RMNP
millersindianvillage@gmail.com <millersindianvillage@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:18 PM
Closing the National Park thru the summer is a big mistake.
Do not close the RMNP
Thank you
RMNP Needs to Open
Sierra Peterson <sierracassidypeterson@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:19 PM
Town of Estes,
I am writing the Town of Estes in regard to the opening of Rocky Mountain National Park. This National Park is how
the town of Estes Park survives. Businesses need people. The employees of these businesses need paychecks to
feed their families and make housing payments. I am an employee of a downtown Estes Park business and I rely on
this paycheck to pay my bills. Closing the park for the summer would be a big mistake that would see ramifications for
not only this summer but months and years to come. Protect the town of Estes. We cannot look over local business
and restaurant owners during this time. Their livelihood depends on the tourism of Estes Park and if RMNP does not
open you will be hurting the lives of many.
Thank you for your time.
RMNP
P P-A <olliesmommy@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:21 PM
I am writing to ask for you to please open RMNP. The businesses in town need for the park to open in order to be
successful during this time. As a former resident in the downtown I've seen how tourists are the lifeline to the town.
My fiance needs summer residents even in his health practice in town. So many people rely on tourism to survive.
The park is huge and people can social distance. Please help businesses by opening the park. Thank you. Polliana
Peterson
Open RMNP
Barb Olsen <barbaolsen07@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:22 PM
For our beloved national park and the survival of Estes Park, please open RMNP ASAP.
There is no reason why you would consider keeping it closed.
This is your survival we are talking about.
Thank you.
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RMNP closure
Graphic Design Q <marina.94@graphic-designer.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:26 PM
Greetings I have been informed that you are planning on closing the Rocky Mountain National Park and I am sending
you this email to protest this consideration. I live and work in Estes Park, I pay taxes, rent and other bills. It is no
question the tourist population would lessen if the park is closed. Which means less income for all citizens. I work in
customer service and if I don't have means to survive with the minimum I am receiving right now then I would have to
move. I assume plenty already agree with me on this. People would actually leave. Please reconsider this decision.
Marina B
Rocky Mountion National Park
Lynn Palmesano <lynnpalmesano@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:30 PM
We come to Estes Park every year to see the beauty of the National Park and the wild life also hiking and to picnic In
the park.
RMNP
Anne Brader<annebrader@msn.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:32 PM
Dear Trustees and Mayor:
Despite the repeated public statements that you want the park to be open, I understand you are hearing from others
to keep it closed. I would like to remind you that those of us who are busy trying to keep businesses afloat may not
have had time to write. Please get Rocky Mountain National Park open. The park provides 359 miles of open trails
with fresh air enabling people to strengthen their immune system, improve mental health, and exercise their
body. Please let us outside!
Anne Brader
Opening EP for Business
Adam Fisher<adamcohenfisher@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:33 PM
Hello Town of Estes Park Board,
I wanted to write and let you know that I support the opening of RMNP this summer. I believe that opening the park
can be done in a way that meets the safety requirement of the Town and also allows local businesses a chance to
stay alive. Many of us are already on tough times, and closing down the park would likely be the last straw. I know
that opening or closing the park is not your decision, but I hope the Town will not stand in the way of park
administrators choosing to reopen.
Thanks,
Adam Fisher
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Longs peak trail
nowos482 <nowos482@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:34 PM
Hello,
I feel the longs peak trail ought to be open regardless of when the entrance to rmnp in estes park is open. Very few
people access the longs peak trail and those who do are rugged healthy individuals who are very low risk and also are
spread out over the length of the trail.
Thank you
John Nowosad
Opening Rocky
info@orecart.com <info@orecart.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:36 PM
As a local business owner in down town Estes Park for 48 years I want to lend my support to reopening RMNP. It
must, of course, be done in a safe manner with proper social distancing and face coverings. The park covers
hundreds and hundreds of square miles so social distancing is certainly possible. It is my opinion that the park needs
to be opened not only for our guests, but our local community as well. There are many of us here in town that miss the
chance to hike orjust take a ride in rocky.
I hope the town will recommend reopening the park.
Respectfully,
Jim Hull
RMNP
Anna Callaghan <annadcallaghan@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:37 PM
Hi there,
I know these are tenuous and tricky times and that there are a lot of factors involving public health and safety at play
here, but I'd like to voice my opinion in favor of reopening RMNP.
I'm in favor of protecting the town of Estes, I know how insane it gets there in the summer, but would be interested in
seeing a reopening plan that, say, at least allows nearby residents to use the park.
Hnna Laiiagnan
RMNP reopening summer 2020
Service Team <info@coloradomountainschool.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:41 PM
Hello,
I know these are tenuous and tricky times and that there are a lot of factors involving public health and safety at play here, but I'd
like to voice my opinion in favor of reopening RMNP.
I'm sure there is a way to protect the town of Estes while still allowing access to RMNP. This is very important to the well being of
colorado's mental health and the livelihood's of so many.
Thanks,
Mike Coyle
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Please let RMNP open
Paula Rush <philpaularush402@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:44 PM
Please let Rocky Mountain National Park open this summer. The town needs the business that the park brings in. I
love the area and make regular trips to the park each time I visit. Please let the park open and let Estes Park thrive.
Phil Rush
Marshalltown, lowa
Estes Park/RMNP re-opening
Mike Soucy <soucy@coloradomountainschool.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:46 PM
To Whom it May Concern,
I'm writing to encourage the town of Estes Park to advocate for a responsible re-opening of Rocky Mountain National
Park (RMNP)that considers federal, state, and county recommendations.
As the employee of a local business that relies on RMNP visitation, the extended closure of the Park has negatively
impacted our livelihood.
In addition, as a St Vrain Valley resident, I have the same concerns regarding a rapid influx of tourists to a small
community like Estes Park.
However, I believe that we must seek a responsible middle ground that considers intelligent management of visitation
for the economic recovery of a tourist-driven community.
My job in the Park as a Mountain Guide relies heavily on an ability to manage risk responsibly. Gathering information,
considering the likely outcomes, and listening to customers'willingness to accept a certain level of risk are part of
what we do on a daily basis.
I believe that there is space within this current situation to re-open the Park for the summer, restore some economic
vitality to Estes Park, and maintain a conservative approach to managing for possible outcomes.
Thank you for reading and stay safe!
Mike Soucy
Please Reopen RMNP
Mike Coyle <mikecoyleguiding@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:47 PM
Hello,
I know these are tenuous and tricky times and that there are a lot of factors involving public health and safety at play here, but I'd
like to voice my opinion in favor of reopening RMNP.
I'm sure there is a way to protect the town of Estes while still allowing access to RMNP. This is very important to the well being of
colorado's mental health and the livelihood's of so many.
My job and well being depend on RMNP reopening.We can adhere to 6'social distancing,wearing masks, and any
other recommended precautions.
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We need to not only consider the affects of Covid-19 on people's health but also the affect on the economy and the financial well
being of so many individuals.
Mike Coyle
RMNP
Jerry Brownfield <jerrybrownfield@aol.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:53 PM
As a long time business owner in Estes Park, I know how important RMNP is to the welfare of the community. If
RMNP remains closed it will have a highly negative impact on the business owners and their employees. Not only
that, but the town's sales tax revenue will be reduced significantly and the town will be unable to pay its employee and
bills. Do not let fear of this virus cripple your decision. I urge you to work to reopen RMNP. The future of Estes Park
depends on it.
Sincerely, Jerry Brownfield
Rmnp
Alejandro Saucier<sauciaj@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:54 PM
Hello, I hope this finds you in good health. These are truly tough time and in unprecedented circumstances like these I
hope that the town of Estes endures and survives it all.
That being said I grew up in Estes Park and as anyone else living there for anytime would know the closure of RMNP
would be catastrophic for the town. The businesses downtown and the town as a whole depend on the tourist season
coming up but more importantly we depend on the National park to bring in the tourism. I understand the road ahead
will be rough and of course precautions must be taken to ensure safety in the area. However there are other solutions
that I think should be considered before making a decision to close the park and keep it closed. Half capacity parking,
and mask requirements are just a few. I hope you will take this into consideration before deciding.
AJ Saucier
sauciai�amail.com
Reopening of RMNP
Service Team <info@coloradomountainschool.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:54 PM
Hello,
I know these are tenuous and tricky times and that there are a lot of factors involving public health and safety at play here, but I'd
like to voice my opinion in favor of reopening RMNP.
I'm sure there is a way to protect the town of Estes while still allowing access to RMNP. This is very important to the well-being of
Coloradan's mental health and the livelihoods of so many.
We can enjoy the national parks while taking precautionary measures, 6'social distance,wearing masks, limiting the number of
visitors.These are all strategies we can employ to decrease the risk to all individuals.
We need to not only consider the health risk Covid-19 poses, but also the economic risks to towns, business, and financial risk to
the individuals and companies that depend on RMNP. Not reopening the park would cause extreme harm to so many.
I implore you to look at creative ways to reopen while mitigating risk.
Thank you,
Mike Coyle
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OPEN RMNP PLEASE!!!!
Tina Hallmark <hallmarktina@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:55 PM
I have been an avid visitor of Estes Park for the last 20 years visiting at a minimum of once per year to 10 times per
year and usually weekly visits. My family goes so we can hike and be with nature during our visits....We love Estes
and want to continue supporting you any time we can but we need for the park to be open for us to bring you our
business! We know if regulations are followed it can be a safe open for everyone including your visitors and
businesses in the community. Times are hard and not normal but I believe in a new normal where we can be cautious
while also enjoying our time there with you in the park. We hope to see you soon!
RMNP
Lois Benham <1o62vette@msn.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:55 PM
As a former resident of your beautiful town, I know the importance of having the Park open for locals and
tourists. Please open the Park for the season. The economy of Estes needs it desperately. Thank you and have a
good season.
Reopening RMNP
Mike Coyle <coyle@coloradomountainschool.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:56 PM
Hello,
I know these are tenuous and tricky times and that there are a lot of factors involving public health and safety at play here, but I'd
like to voice my opinion in favor of reopening RMNP.
I'm sure there is a way to protect the town of Estes while still allowing access to RMNP. This is very important to the well-being of
Coloradan's mental health and the livelihoods of so many.
We can enjoy the national parks while taking precautionary measures, 6'social distance,wearing masks, limiting the number of
visitors.These are all strategies we can employ to decrease the risk to all individuals.
We need to not only consider the health risk Covid-19 poses, but also the economic risks to towns, business, and financial risk to
the individuals and companies that depend on RMNP. Not reopening the park would cause extreme harm to so many.
I implore you to look at creative ways to reopen while mitigating risk.
Thanks,
Mike Coyle
Please dont close Rocky mountain national park
George blank <jorgeochavez83@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:56 PM
As a year round resident of estes park, I work as a server and closing down rocky mountain national park will affect
small businesses greatly. We rely on tourism and the park to be able to support ourselves.
Sincerely
Jorge chavez
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Summer in Estes / RMNP
Everett Phillips <everett.phillips84@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:58 PM
Dear Estes Park Board,
I am writing to you as a citizen of Estes Park (2370 Bellevue Dr.)and a member of our local workforce. I would like to
see the town of Estes Park support RMNP reopening when the parks feels that it is ready to do so. I understand that
the opening of the park will likely bring visitors to our town from the front range and beyond during this stressful time. I
believe that citizens should follow the recommendation of public health officials, and that local governments will make
the important decisions on how to control the spread of covid-19 in our populations. In Colorado that is the job of the
county and state government. RMNP has difficult decisions to make, and it will influence Estes. My opinion is that this
crisis has been rapidly evolving since it began and as things change RMNP should have Estes Park's support in
whatever direction it chooses.
Sincerely,
Everett Phillips
RMNP
ERNIE Kinnie <erniekinnie001 @msn.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:59 PM
To Whom This May Concern:
Rocky Mountain National Park needs to be opened as soon as possible!! Keeping this park closed will destroy Estes
Park!! Please use your heads and dig deep in your hearts to see you must not let RMNP remain closed!! If you love
your city and all of your constituents, you will open it as soon as possible. What better place for people to go to get
away, than out in the wilderness of Colorado!! Most people only go for a nice drive, and do not even come in contact
with other people. Most all of us can use our heads, and know if we should go or not. We do not need the
Government telling us what to do!! We are from Julesburg, Colorado and feel it would be very devastating for Estes
Park if you keep RMNP closed!! Please, please don't do this to Estes Park and the surrounding communities!!
Sincerely,
Ernest& Kathleen Kinnie
Opening of RMNP
Ryan Pedersen <rypedersen@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:00 PM
Hello,
My name is Ryan Pedersen and I am writing to have my voices heard in regards to the decision about the opening or
closing of Rocky Mountain National Park.
I work as a Mountain Guide for The Colorado Mountain School and my livelihood is at risk if the park is closed for the
entire summer. 70% of my work comes from guiding in RMNP. I believe that it is possible to recreate responsibly in
our national parks with some restrictions in place. I understand the concerns that the residents and city of Estes must
have, but we must make compromises.
As a mountain guide by primary job is to manage the risk of my clients. I belive we can do this while also managing
the risk of Covid19 with in the town. Most of my clients are colorado natives and would not be travling from far, or
staying in Estes overnight. We would simply be using the National Park as a venue to teach folks about the mountains
in a controlled setting. Only our private outings would be running, thus keeping group sizes very small. 1-2 people.
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Please consider what I have said here. I know I speak for many outdoor guides in saying that we should reopen
RMNP this summer as soon as its safe to do so! Not only would closing the park put individual guides at risk, it would
potentially impact many small businesses and guides services in Colorado and especially in Estes Park
Thank You,
Ryan Pedersen
Open Rocky Mountain National Park by Memorial Day
Rick Jenkins <rick.jenkins@countweb.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:04 PM
Estes Park Trustees,
Good Afternoon! It has been brought to my attention that you are considering the closure of Rocky Mountain National
Park for the summer. Sadly, its seems there is a group of people that want to keep the Park closed for the summer in
order to keep tourists, mostly from the Front Range of Colorado, from coming to town. The irony is this, most of these
people came to Estes Park as tourists and now have retired here and want to shut the town down. This would be
devastating, probably terminal, to the businesses that rely on the summer tourist season for their annual income.
Estes Park is a wonderful community, a gift to tourists from all over the Nation, and especially to our friends along the
Front Range and Eastern Colorado. Our family came up here from Eastern Colorado every summer, we have
wonderful memories of those family gatherings. Estes is a tourist town, and should be mighty thankful that it is a
destination place for middle class America.
It is sad that anyone would even consider keeping the National Park closed, it is a gift to all of us to enjoy, not for a
few to horde! And by the way, it doesn't belong to Estes Park, it belongs to all of us!
Thank You for voting for opening the Park by Memorial Day!
God Bless!
Rick Jenkins
Open the park ASAP
drluster@claritychiro.com <drluster@claritychiro.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:06 PM
Please please open the park as soon as possible.
There is no science behind closing the park.
This will only hurt people by keeping them inside and in confined spaces.
Nothing is better than being out in the sun and in nature for your immune system.
Thanks
Dr. W D Luster DC.
Open up RMNP
Kathy Hawley<dk93hawley@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:08 PM
The town of Estes Park will not survive if RMNP is not opened up.
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It is a totally tourist based town. While I understand that there are many measures to be taken to reopen RMNP and
businesses, this will be a long fix in the end.
It's time to get the town prepared and RMNP prepared for reopening.
Thank you
RMNP
rosalie.rush.38@gmail.com <rosalie.rush.38@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:10 PM
How can anyone in their right mind would desire to keep RMNP closed for the summer of 2020? Do you intend to
destroy the businesses in Estes Park? Do you want to be left with the shell of a once bustling downtown?
We made our first visit to Estes Park in 1968 and have been back almost every year since then. We have stayed at
Mc Gregor Mountain Lodge and Swift Current Lodge during the last 10 years, what happens to these beautiful places
if RMNP is closed to tourists?
I pray that the town board realizes the impact if this happens. Please stop thinking of a few people and welcome
tourists to your most beautiful area.
Sincerely,
Rosalie Rush
RMNP
Kristina Vigneri <kvigneri72@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:10 PM
To whom it may concern:
It was recently brought to my attention that National Parks across the nation are beginning to reopen, yet RMNP
remains closed with no open date yet established. As a family that travels quite a bit, and already has had to cancel
our trip to Estes at the end of the month, we have been waiting to replan our vacation for when the park
reopens. This news disturbs me quite a bit, and I hope you consider reopening the park soon.
Sincerely,
Kristina Vigneri
Open Estes Park
snowracer1967@gmail.com <snowracer1967@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:11 PM
I own Estes Park ATV Rentals, we need to open Estes park and RMNP to survive. We have been shut down since
March 15th of this year and being closed for that long has put a strain on our financial resources. Each day you
choose not to open up this town and the park is each day we step closer to financial disaster. Yes we have received
The PPP Loan however the amount we received will only keep our doors open for maybe on more month. I feel the
general public understand what they have to do to be safe and with additional guide lines of the State Heath Board we
need to open and open now.
Troy Kerns Estes Park ATV Rentals
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RMNP NEEDS TO OPEN !
martin schultz <MAC3840@msn.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:13 PM
As a person who does business in and around northern Colorado I believe it is imperative that the RMNP opens.
Marty Schultz
Please open Rocky Mountain National Park
Karen Surdal <kjsurdal@comcast.net> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:13 PM
To WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
PLEASE OPEN ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK.....
Rocky Mountain National Park is a place to be enjoyed by the people meaning all people. Do not let a certain few
take away the right to visit and enjoy Rocky Mountain National Park and all it has to offer. It is a perfect place to come
and visit and take advantage of the mountains, hiking trails and just being able to be in the great outdoors. Too many
people have had to stay at home for far too long. It is time to be able to breathe the fresh air. It is time for the
businesses of ESTES PARK to open and work together to make it a safe place to visit. It is vital for the livelihoods of
most of the people living in the area. Don't let the short sidedness of a few get in the way of ruining the economy of
one of the prettiest places on earth!!
Sincerely,
Karen Surdal
Rocky Mountain National Park
Don Priem <westcreekfalls@aol.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:15 PM
"For the Benefit and Enjoyment of the People"
The above quote is carved into the north gate of Yellowstone and was used as a guide for the national park system in
America.
The Town of Estes Park needs to voice their request to our dear friends to the west that those gates need to be
opened once again for the people. Our welfare and health as a community is dependent on that wonderful piece of
real estate we locals call, "Rocky."
Thanks,
Don Priem
Opening up Estes
Tatum Kaspar<tatum91802@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:17 PM
We need to open up the town and the park. Estes Park has businesses that are inter sectional, as in the restaurants
rely on hotels, and hotels rely on the park opening, and the other way around. Each category of business rely on
others to keep each other alive. I work at an ATV business and we rely on the national park being open because more
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people come in wanting to ride. If the park was open, we would've had a full schedule today, but only had one ride
today. barely any profit.
Ya'll need to get used to the fact that the world is going to change and Corona is not going anywhere. Just because
you wear a mask is not going to stop the virus. it slows the spread, which will make the virus linger longer, when if we
did the herd immunity, the waves of Corona would hit quicker, and we would fight the antibodies to fight the virus.
More people die from other illnesses and incidents every year, but you don't see people not driving cars even though
there are hundreds of car crashes a day, and you don't see people actually taking care of themselves and the
environment around them when the flu is just as deadly.
Should everyone be prepared? yes. but the media and government are over exaggerating the virus through news
sites, commercials, etc. and making the public PANICKED. Estes is being extremely uninviting by making the laws
about masks and posting signs everywhere basically saying "Do not be in Estes if you don't follow any of the
guidelines and so called rules."visitors are threatened to even visit here when we need to move on.
-Tatum Kaspar, an Estes Park Highschool Student.
RMNP
mmindthegap@yahoo.com <mmindthegap@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 2:41 PM
Hello,
I would kindly ask you to do all your best to reopen the park as soon as you can as tourism is a very important for our
community!
Please understand that we can protect ourselves from the virus if we are careful but we can not protect from the
poverty that is yet to come if you apply this"brilliant" idea of keeping RMNP closed.
If the others National Parks are going to open, please open ours as well!
LeYs comply for the good of everyone!!
Thank you!
Please open RMNP & Vaca Rentals
joy basia melendy<joybasiamelendy@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:21 PM
To Whomever Chooses to Care for the Long Term Health of Estes,
I will keep it simple and request those I've bcc'd to echo and multiply my request to wisely open Estes Park and
RMNP.
I have been patient beyond measure, however, I am now honestly struggling. I've received no income for 60+ days.
I've remained respectfully silent. I've prayed passionately. I've practiced intermittent fasting for more than 6 weeks to
curb my appetite &conserve food. I hike hard in our great outdoors each day to keep my body & immunity strong. Yet,
tonight, i find myself hungry...My refrigerator is empty. My pantry is empty, except for one packet of quinoa. I'm ok.
Food will arrive Wednesday.
Some live on retirement and pensions and savor living in Estes Valley. I respect that.
I'm not gonna pull the sob story, but I worked hard in the corporate world for 30 years—yet lost it all 7 yrs ago. I'm re-
building that. I`m an ethical, hard-working, business owner(from a former corporate city fairytale)who now chooses to
LIVE here first, then work here, in these beautiful mountains���
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OPEN our beloved town and the Park—Do Your HONEST due diligence! —Study 100+years of herd immunity and
finally realize that lockdowns are GUARANTEED to CRUSH economies—YET, death/case health stats will remain the
same, lockdown or not! Show me true science that proves differently.
I now pray fervently for decisions based on FEAR to end.—AND our town to act upon intelligence, NOT fear based
info that is NOT scientifically substantiated.
PLEASE make time to research epidemiologists who are NOT paid by the U.S. or any other government. Therein the
truth WILL be found...����' �
All the Best!
�..y w.,.....,. ..........��
Opening RMNP
estesparkrentals@yahoo.com <estesparkrentals@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:26 PM
To Whom it may concern
We are a business in Estes Park that has been here for 11 years. We know the patterns of travel and the fact that
Estes relies on Tourism to survive. One of the biggest draws to the town is Rocky Mountain national park. Without the
draw of the park, which is ranked#2 visited park in the US, there isn't much reason for people to come to the town.
Without restaurants and hotels open, there is nowhere to eat and stay and the rest of us get starved out. Rocky
Mountain national park needs to reopen, there is plenty of open space to "distance". Wearing masks for healthy
people is not healthy or doing anything. This virus is not going anywhere and it is not the only virus out there. Most of
the "safe' strategies (minus the masks) are what people should be doing anyways. Quarantine is not for healthy
people, and being forced to be closed while most everyone is healthy is ridiculous. Killing the entire economy of the
country to save a handful of people makes no sense. Sick people should always be encouraged to stay home, the
rest of the country needs to open up before this mess is unfixable. You cannot hide in your home for the rest of your
life hoping not to get sick. We did get the PPP loan, but it is not enough. Please open Estes Park and Rocky Mountain
national park.
Sara
RMNP
Jerry Brownfield <jerrybrownfield@aol.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:27 PM
I don't understand all the people who moved to Estes because they came here as tourists and loved it, Now they want
to make it into something else. Please don't let them sway you in the effort to open RMNP. Jerry Brownfield
Plrase re-open RMNP
Jessica and Molly McGee <omnibusestespark@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:26 PM
Hello,
My name is Jessica McGee. My sister Molly and I are Estes Park natives, born and raised here. We are also the
proud new owners of Omnibus, a store on West Elkhorn Avenue that has been in business for 38 years. Our family
has also owned a residence within city limits for more than 40 years.
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We are writing today to advocate for the re-opening of RMNP as soon as possible. Since re-opening our shop's doors
at the end of the stay-at-home order, we have had nothing but compliance from guests who are wearing masks,
maintaining careful social distancing, and other safety precautions. We believe that allowing RMNP to open again will
be good for business and good for the overall well-being of the community-at-large as well.
Please re-open RMNP as soon as is feasible.
Thank you,
Jessica and Rosemary"Molly" McGee
RMNP
Paul Dusatko <pdusatko@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:33 PM
As proud Colorado natives, my wife and I ask the town of Estes to encourage the re-opening of RMNP, please!
Thank you for your ear. �
Best,
Paul and Emily Dusatko
Open up RMNP
JoAnne <RJCorey81@aol.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:41 PM
Rocky Mountain National Park was created for the country like all the other National Parks. Each of those parks have
community near them. I am a resident and restaurant owner and we cannot close Rocky Mountain National Park for a
few. Of those concerned about their safety they need to take the precautions like any other community in U. S. Estes
Park has always been a tourist town and always will be as long as it is at the entrance of RMNP. Take the
precautions as necessary but open up the park.
JoAnne Corey
Open Rocky Mountain National Park
Lynn Palmesano <lynnpalmesano@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:43 PM
We come to Estes Park every year to go to the National Park for it's beauty and wild life, we like to hike and have
picnics.
RMNP
Andy Hitch <goodtaters@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:45 PM
I understand you have a level of support in regards to NOT opening the National Park this year. I think this would be a
grave mistake. Every other call we receive, people are asking when the park will open. They won't book with us, or
book travel plans unless it will open. Not opening the park is effectively going to kill the main draw to our town. I'm
begging those deciding on this to think about Estes Park businesses and the revenue we generate for the town.
Andy Backbone Adventures
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Open the town and park!
jaydon kerns <longtrack144@hotmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:47 PM
Estes park sees millions of tourists a year and part of that is due to scenic byway that RMNP provides! If the park and
town isn't opened than hundreds of families will be impacted from the loss of tourist revenue generated during the
summer time. Open the park iYs for the good of the people.
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Please open the park!!
Chuck Scott <cotr510@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:58 PM
Trustees:
I would strongly urge you to send a letter to Department of Interior to encourage them to open Rocky Mountain
National Park as soon as possible. The business owners of this town are relying on our guests to keep the doors
open. It is crucial that we get the park open and begin advertising that Estes Park is open for business and would
love to have people come visit. If this doesn't occur soon, many businesses will close their doors for good and
families will begin to move away. I do understand that there is another side to this. It is important that our portion of
the community that is at risk remain secluded in their homes so that businesses can generate tax income so they can
enjoy this community once life gets back to normal. We must all make sacrifices during this time. At this time the
business community is shouldering an unfair amount of that sacrifice.
Thank you for listening.
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Open Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National park
sara holcomb <sarajholcomb@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:53 PM
To whom it may concern,
We run an established business in downtown Estes Park. We have been closed since March 17th. Not only have we
had NO income, but also refunded THOUSANDS of dollars in previously booked reservations which are continuing to
haunt us. I just refunded a$400 reservation because his hotel was closed and the restaurants they had reservations
booked for cancelled on him. It is not just one business that suffers, it is many businesses, their families, their
employees, and employees families. Closing the entire country and killing the economy for less than a 2°/o death rate
makes no sense. The Covid virus was severely over estimated and keeping businesses closed and families losing
their businesses and homes is a major mistake and over reaction. Rocky Mountain National park is the major draw
for tourism and needs to be reopened ASAP. Closing a national park with thousands of acres of land where people
can "distance"while thousands of people a day go to walmart makes no sense. Please reopen Both the park and the
Town of Estes. The town has an unwelcoming and hostile environment right now which is crazy since customer
service and tourism should go hand in hand. We need to welcome the tourists who keep this town alive and afloat.
Thanks for listening
S.J.
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Please keep RMNP open
Bob von Normann <bob@impactcolorado.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:56 PM
Hi,
I love going to the park and can easily do social distancing and wear a mask and gloves if I am allowed in the park.
Regards,
Bob von Normann
Please read!
Amy K Lucas <kelfusionfitness@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:57 PM
Hello
I am writing to ask if Rocky Mountain national park to be open again. I do believe people could exercise social
distancing while in the park. I also think it's ridiculous that we are allowed to flock to places like Home Depot and
Walmart and not in the out doors! IYs time to open up, even if you restrict how many people come into the park. Thank
you for your consideration.
K
Open the Park
Paul Rachele <Paul@themountainguides.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:57 PM
To the Estes Park Town Board,
My name is Paul Rachele. I live in Longmont and work as a climbing and backcountry ski guide in Rocky Mountain
National Park. I am writing to encourage the town of Estes to ask that the Park be opened. While closing the Estes
Valley to tourism during the early stages of the pandemic was necessary to contain the virus, the continued closure of
the main tourist attraction disproportionately affects the poor and working class, and will cause significant and lasting
harm to the community in Estes Park.
The closure of public lands and associated commerce has had a significant impact on my profession. Since Rocky
Mountain National Park has been closed, my wages have been cut in half. I am lucky as I work in administration as
well as guiding in the field, so I still have work to do. Many of our guides do not have any work at all. Thanks to the
Paycheck Protection Program, we have been able to make up some of the lost wages of our guides, but that money
will run out within a month. If the Park is not opened by then, it is likely that we will all be furloughed. If the Park
doesn't open at all this summer, it is likely that the program I have worked to build for years will be shuttered.
While my problems are financial, others are dealing with life and death. My partner works with COVID patient as a
nurse at the hospital here in Longmont, so I understand this disease is a real issue thaYs having significant impacts on
people's health. The pandemic has brought its fair share of fear, but it is important to take in the wide view. It is easy
to see how the pandemic directly affects at-risk populations, but we can't forget about the people who rely on the
summer tourism season for their livelihood. If the Park remains closed for the summer, there may be fewer COVID
cases in the Estes Valley, but come next year the loss of workers and businesses will dramatically change the
makeup of the town.
We can't shutter the Park and hide in our homes the same way we can't open the doors and let everyone in.The Estes
Park Valley needs to be opened gradually in a way that preserves public health. I applaud the council's decision to
require mask-wearing inside businesses and in crowded outdoor areas. These are the types of innovative decisions
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that will keep at-risk populations safe while allowing the type of economic activity that puts food on the tables of the
working class.
I appreciate you taking the time to hear my concerns. Opening Rocky Mountain National Park is pivotal to the health
of our community. However we move forward, it must be guided by science and an abundance of caution, rather than
fear and the privilege of those who do not rely on commerce in this valley for their income.
Paul Rachele
Advocate to Open Rocky Mountain National Park
Blackhawk Estes Park <blackhawkestespark@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at 3:57 PM
On March 20 the Mayor of Estes Park authored a letter to the Secretary of the Interior requesting the immediate
closure of Rocky Mountain National Park. It is time for Estes Park to support their businesses and advocate for the
reopening of the National Park now! The Park is our largest draw and we continue to actively discourage visitors to
our town and businesses. My small lodging property has lost many summer reservations already because of the
uncertainty about when the Park will reopen. I can appreciate a guest cancelling a reservation and making the
decision to not travel for their own safety reasons. What is very frustrating as a business owner is a guest cancelling
because of restrictions the Town of Estes Park has either implemented or advocated for.
Tell the Department of the Interior we are ready and prepared for Rocky Mountain National Park to open.
Regards,
Steve Grundmeier
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As an owner of multiple businesses downtown I would like my voice heard.
The business community and the people we employ need to be supported.
I am all for being safe and taking the necessary precautions. We have Plexiglas on our checkout stands, gloves
and masks for employee and visitors.
We need to allow the Dept. to open Rocky Mountain National Park. We can all stay safe while opening back
up and supporting our economy, our businesses, our employees and our town.
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park We had multiple visitors this past weekend that were so happy to be here and we told each and everyone that
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. S/11/2020 4:17:00 PM Jan Theriot we were so glad they came!
Dear Mayor and Town Trustees,
We appreciate all you are doing to re-open business safely and responsibly in Estes Park. RMNP is a major
factor to ensure visitation and the sales tax dollars it provides. Re opening the park will allow businesses
(which includes our hospital)to generate enough income in the 2020 season to remain viable.
As a business owner, I am complying with all current state, county and local recommendations and
ordinances. These allow for low risk visitation while providing protection for all.
We hope to see Estes Park offer a welcoming spirit while maintaining these guidelines to allow both residents
and visitors the confidence to enjoy our town and the park.
Sincerely,
Diane Muno
The White Orchid
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park The Spruce House
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. S/11/2020 4:11:05 PM Diane Muno The Christmas Shoppe
Hello, My husband and I own 2 businesses downtown Estes Park. We have appreciated being able to reopen
our stores and bring our employees back to work. We have 4 year round employees and just hired 2 seasonal
employees to start this week. Though we appreciate every dollar we have been able make this past week, we
know our business will continue to suffer greatly until RMNP reopens. We ask that you be our voice for
helping to reopen the park ASAP. We have seen people follow the rules and guidelines in our stores and
believe they will do the same in the park. We also feel greatly for the businesses in our neighboring
community of Grand Lake-we are not the only community that relies on visitors to RMNP. Many national
parks around the country and state have begun to reopen and we feel that RMNP needs to too.Thank you for
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park your time.
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. 5/11/2020 4:08:30 PM Kassondra Kosch Kassondra &Jesse Kosch
Dear Board of Trustees,
As a small business owner here in Estes Park I am asking the Board to support businesses to open, allow
visitors to come and Rocky Mountain National Park to open to the fullest extent allowed by state health
guidelines. I believe this can be done in a safe and gradual method. Our businesses, employees and their
families depend on visitors for our livelihood. Without visitors many businesses will not be able to stay open
or reopen their doors. We all share the concern for the health of everyone in Estes Park, but the State health
experts are experts. We can depend on their recommendations to keep the residents and visitors of Estes
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park Park safe.
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. S/11/2020 3:55:24 PM Carolyn McEndaffer Thank you for your consideration.
I support the reopening of Rocky Mountain National Park as soon as the Interior Department deems it is
appropriate. We should not differ from the State, or Federal recommendations for letting people get
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park outdoors where it is proven that sunlight is healthier for people than staying indoors during the Covid-19
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. S/11/2020 3:41:00 PM Georgia Le Bon issue. Let our park open and let's get back to some sort of normal!
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These mitigation suggestions for the Park should be adopted if it must re-open in 2020 (would be far better if
it didn't re-open until 2021). 1-Wait at least for the re-opening of Trail Ridge Road. 2 - Keep Bear Lake Road
closed, Fall River&all non-paved roads closed, & all hiking trails closed. Especially the popular hiking trails
around Bear Lake where any concept of social distancing is impossible. 3- For people getting out of cars, only
open the overlooks accessible from Trail Ridge Road & have rangers &volunteers on hand (wearing PPE or at
least gloves& masks) ready to enforce social distancing. 4-Close the East US 34 entrance; only open the East
US 36 entrance &West 34 entrance, & S - Use a quota system for those who are sightseeing, &a dashboard
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park decal for those who indicate they are driving through between Estes &Grand Lake. 6- Keep all visitors centers
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. S/11/2020 12:54:44 PM Linda Newman closed and open very few restrooms. Thank you for your consideration of these measures.
We are living in a state of emergency, but we aren't under martial law yet, and a national park is still a space
that citizens have a right to use while assuming a mild level of personal risk,just like during the best of times.
Park officials have a responsibility to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, but citizens bear some responsibility to
keep themselves safe, too —just like, in normal times,the park has an ostensible obligation to keep the
flowers watered, but you're responsible for watching out for bees that might sting you if you walk near those
flowers. We certainly need to limit access to segments of our park right now, but we owe it to our citizens not
to simply take the path of least resistance and close parks altogether. Especially not when,with
unemployment at historic highs, we have an enormous available workforce who would be willing and able to
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park make these modifications. Grocery stores remained open by keeping entrances to a minimum,posting signs,
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. 5/11/2020 10:25:24 AM Andrea Velasco reiterating 6ft apart.
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park Would you consider opening RMNP to bicycle traffic only(similar to when you allow bikes on trail ridge road
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. 5/11/2020 8:19:22 AM Elizabeth Quinn prior to opening the park to motorized traffic)?
Hello,
As someone that appreciates both health and nature I understand that this is a very hard choice to make.
Given the fact that Estes relies on sharing the beauty of its landscape and the income supplied, I am in favor of
the park reopening. This would come with some stipulations, resorts must maintain a stringent hygiene
process and limit the use of common areas within in the same way as stipulated by the CDC. Fresh air and
beauty is healing for the body and mind and RMNP provides an abundance of both and I hope the parks are
approved to reopen.
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park Sincerely,
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. S/10/2020 6:53:17 PM Charlotte Hardy Charlotte Hardy
Hello,
My roommate and I are frequent visitors to RMNP and visit nearly every weekend. Understandably, the
concerns over COVID-19 are more than justified, and the protection of the park's amazing employees and
volunteers is paramount.
Do you think it might be possible to soft open the park to pass holders only that can use the automated pass
lane, keep all bathrooms, shops, and centers closed for now but still allow us frequent visitors the ability to
enjoy RMNP?
Not to mention, it would be great to experience RMNP without having to get up at 3 am in order to get a
parking space at Bear Lake or Glacier Gorge.
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park Thanks for all your hard work!
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. 5/10/2020 1:00:06 PM Erin Moe Erin
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Dear Board of Trustees,
Please support reopening the national park and all local businesses for this summer.
The adverse impact on people in the Larimer community can clearly be avoided by allowing the community to
serve and support tourists the the Estes Park area.
Many people and families will be weighing the risks and benefits of planning their vacation time with family
and friends. The community and park can support and advocate safety and the national park can as well just
these dear people do today for so many other hazards of being in the great outdoors.
With so many wonderful places to stay in the area surrounding the park, please consider ways to safely
accommodate park staff during your tourist season.
I believe many people with special medical needs have already canceled travel plans and the tourist visits to
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park the park and Estes will be lower than usual.
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. S/10/2020 7:25:00 AM Stephen Clark Thank you for providing a forum for the community to share their views with the board.
Dear Board,
RMNP and the city of Estes Park will be devastated if the shut down carries on throughout the summer.
I have been of the opinion that staying shut down would probably be our best option but in thinking about
what it might do to lose all visitors and in turn all living wages throughout the summer, I know it would be just
as catastrophic to the lives of many Americans due to the devastating loss of wages.The people of this
community will simply not be able to handle it.
I suggest at least considering a partial reopening with all of the necessary precautions in place in order to
avoid the dangers of either extreme happening.
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park Thank you for your time,
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. 5/10/2020 5:19:24 AM Maya Hashem Maya Hashem
We love the park, and we look forward to spending time there with our families and friends soon! Perhaps if
only select trails were open,the public could still have access to the park while still maintaining social
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park distancing guidelines. The fresh mountain air and beauty of nature is what we all need to refresh and restore
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. 5/9/2020 10:07:31 AM Margaret Lammers our bodies and minds! Thanks for your consideration!
Hello,
Thanking for taking the time to review my comment. I am writing to support the reopening of the national
park. I am a frontline healthcare provider and am in desperate need of an escape. Your park has provided
sanctuary and relief in some of my most difficult times in my life.
I believe that most individuals will adhere to the social distancing. We want to do the right thing and return to
life as the "new normal.
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park Thank you for the consideration!
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. 5/9/2020 9:05:55 AM Julia Julia Buchler
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park We are life-long RMNP visitors and truly desire to see the park re-open. We will be in town June 5-22 and
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. 5/9/2020 8:55:16 AM Doug Boswell would sincerely like to visit OUR national park.
Public Comment for 5/9/2020 7:03:08 AM Mark Stelter Please open the Rocky Mountain National Park!
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I am a health care professional living close to RMNP. I have already communicated with the town regarding
wearing of masks. Here's the thing. People from all over will be wanting to visit RMNP. We don't know
where they are from or where they have been.
First, limit the number of people who can come into RMNP
Second, everyone must wear a mask no matter what.
Third...everyone must have hand sanitizer available and use often.
Fourth...social distancing. That's hard but one way circular hikes would be the safest.
Fifth...support your immune system with Vitamin C as ascorbate,Vitamin D3, Zinc
I care about all of you in Estes Park. Allenspark is less a problem but we love you there in EP our friends.
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park Please protect the town...the RMNP. We can keep this virus from infecting our communities.
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. 5/8/2020 9:26:40 PM Mary Hunter Love you all. Be safe!
Rocky Mountain National Park needs to be open. No need to charge and close the restrooms if needed.
Outdoors, in the fresh air, is the healthiest place to be. Social distancing is not a problem if you educate people
(with signs, kind of like the "Closed" sign that has been up for 2 months).To keep it closed is just showing we
don't care about people,that we think we are an "island" and that our visitors are somehow "dirty" and going
to infect us.
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park Visitors to our town feel extremely unwelcome right now and it's time for that to change.
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. S/8/2020 6:21:09 PM Michelle Hurni More people than ever are using the Forest Service areas, so what is the difference? Elitism...
I am encouraging the mayor and others involved in the decision of whether to open up Estes Park to open it. I
know it poses a risk in the health of people who live in Estes Park, but not opening ensures many businesses
going out of business. If people do not want to open their stores or hotel/motels,the choice is theirs, but to
Public Comment for Rocky Mountain National Park mandate closing and ensuring these small businesses to go bankrupt is not fair. I would encourage you to find
Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. S/8/2020 5:28:08 PM Jill Clark a way to open the park and the town.
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Solitude Cabins is ready to open
Steve - Solitude Cabins <steve@solitudecabins.com> May 11 , 2020, 4:03 PM (16
hours ago)
To whom it may concern,
We are ready at Solitude Cabins to welcome our guests in accordance with the Larimer County
Health standards that are in place.
More importantly, our guests are reaching out wanting to come visit and stay in Estes Park. Our
guests are ready to social distance in the great outdoors and RMNP!!
We need to get Estes Park and RMNP back up and operating under the Larimer County
Health guidelines. Telling guests to stay away from Estes Park and RMNP is sending a message that
will be difficult to overcome for sometime.
Regards,
Solitude Cabins Staff
Openong RMNP
bvdw1960@aol.com Mon, May 11 , 4:04 PM (16
hours ago)
We want to enjoy Rocky Mountain National Park including the Estes Park City. It is not fair to close it
to all but residents of that county and town.
Beverly Van De Weghe
Joe Stongle
Thornton, Co 80241
RMNP Open for Summer 2020
JAY MCMAHON <scottmcmahon1@msn.com> Mon, May 11 , 4:11 PM (16
hours ago)
Good afternoon,
Please consider my request to open RMNP for the Summer 2020 season.
I feel that most visitors are fully aware of the social expectations and would gladly comply with any
directives from Ranger staff.
Many out of state visitors are counting on visiting the park as well as shopping in town. My family are
longtime supporters of the Estes community and look forward to many years of spending summers
there!
Thank you so much,
Scott McMahon
Spring Texas
Rocky Mountain National Park Closure
Nate Fetig <nate@alpinelandscaping.com> Mon, May 11 , 4:13 PM (16
hours ago)
To whom it may concern,
I am writing this letter today as a concerned business owner in Larimer County. It has come to my
attention that there currently is a movement by some in the Estes Park community to try and keep
Rocky Mountain National Park closed for the entirety of the summer. While I can certainly empathize
with the desire to keep the community isolated and safe from the health concerns, I also would point
out that the financial health of the community would suffer greatly which would create undue burden
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upon the entire community. The Town of Estes Park has developed quite the reputation world-wide
as a great outdoors town. These recreational activities that have made the Town so popular not only
support a large population of the town financially but also provide countless mental health benefits for
the community. For the sake of the community, I am asking that the Board of Trustees consider
following suit with National Parks across the country as well as Colorado State Parks and open Rocky
Mountain National Park by Memorial Day so that the community can enjoy our national treasure!
Closing the park was the prudent action at the time it was taken, however, it is now time to take a
balanced course of action to prevent further economic turmoil to the community.
Sincerely,
Nate Fetig
Alpine Gardens
Please open the park
Austin Nelson <1stepatatime@asreps.com> Mon, May 11 , 4:14 PM (16
hours ago)
I believe that we should open the national park in order to save the small businesses that keep
people coming to estes every year . With out the tourism industry many people in Estes will loose
jobs.
Jelson
In regards to opening RMNP
Erik Stensland <erik@imagesofrmnp.com> Mon, May 11 , 4:18 PM (16
hours ago)
Dear town trustees,
I'm writing to you as a business owner in regards to the opening of Rocky Mountain National Park. I
certainly understand the great pressure that business owners are under and the strong desire to
return things to normal. My business, Images of RMNP, is entirely dependent upon the national park
and its visitors. However, the worst thing we could do is to become a history lesson for future
generations. If in our desperation to return to normal we could create a situation where this virus
rapidly spreads both through our Town and far beyond. The damage could be very significant and the
name of Estes Park could become linked with something we don't want associated with our beautiful
community.
My recommendation is that the town, together with RMNP, pursue a slow and gradually
increasing openness that is carefully monitored and controlled. We need the town and Park
leadership to have their hand on the flow of traffic with wisdom to know when to increase and
when to decrease that flow, based upon the increase or decrease of virus cases in the
area. We must base our decisions on the wisest and safest course of action and not on the loudest
voices. We need decisions based on what is happening with this disease. I would love to see greater
involvement in these types of decisions by health professionals with expertise in infectious diseases.
This is a very unique time in history and we need to make decisions that we've never had to make
before. I therefore encourage you to act with care and wisdom in regards to how much traffic we can
safely have in Estes Park this summer.
Thank you for all that you've done so far to help ensure the protection of the residents and visitors as
well as balancing the needs of our many families that rely on tourism. You stand in a very challenging
place and we appreciate the difficulty of the decisions you have to make. Thank you for taking the
time to move wisely, aware of the unique historical situation that we find ourselves in.
Images of Rocky Mountain National Park
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Rae Ann Krell <raeannkrell@gmail.com> May 11, 2020, 4:18 PM (16
hours ago)
Good afternoon, I would like to let you know that I am against opening the park. After seeing photos
of the protesters downtown I realised that some of them were not wearing masks as ordered, and
most of them were standing closer then 6'. We cannot put our trust in other people to keep us healthy
and alive. I live and work in Estes Park and I love to hike in the park But not to the point of dying from
a virus that is preventable. From most of what I have read and sourced I think there will be a second
wave and I will not put myself and my family (just found out my daughter-in- is pregnant) at risk. It is
selfish and self centred to consider doing this. Please don't be bullied into opening the park, with all
the guests I'm already seeing in town, I believe we have already went to far to soon. Thank you fo
giving me the opportunity to express my views.
Sent from my iPhone
Open RMNP
John Witmer <john@birdandjim.com> Mon, May 11 , 4:22 PM (16
hours ago)
Hello,
Im a business owner in town and I think its time to open the park (assuming of course that a decision
to open is made today it would take 2 to 4 weeks to execute). We as businesses will need to continue
due diligence of social distancing regulations of course to those visiting, while also offering guests of
Estes a choice instead of a mandate.
I have been very cautious on reopening and interacting with the public to this point, but now is the
time.
Thank you
John Witmer
RMNP Opening
Sarah Janin <jamincolorado.00@gmail.com> Mon, May 11 , 4:31 PM (16
hours ago)
Good Evening,
My name is Sarah Janin and I live in Boulder as a guide for Colorado Mountain School. I teach
avalanche education in the winters, mostly in Estes Park using RMNP as our venue. During the
summer months I guide rock climbing in Lumpy, and I have a large goal to guide alpine this summer
as well. My 2 American Mountain Guide Association courses were canceled though this year due to
Covid, which was to partake in RMNP, allowing me the certification and training to guide more alpine
objectives in the park.
This summer was extremely important for me to not only achieve my goals to put onto my resume for
my AMGA courses, but to be able to guide my requesting clients this year who have been training for
some larger goals in the park. This is truly my livelihood as a mountain guide and if the park shuts
down I have a very bad feeling the Colorado Mountain School with possibly go under as a business
since we use this park all summer for most of our guided trips with most all of our staff as guides. Not
only does CMS require and need this park to be open to resume business, but so do many of the
mountaineering companies in Estes. We have already been through the stresses of not having work
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for the past 2 months and i fear that many of us guides will not be able to hang onto our passions of
being a mountain guide and have to look for part time work elsewhere.
I am concerned about with opening the park that Estes will get more busy with the infiltration of
people coming through town to get into the park, but I have already seen this town full of tourism
during this stay at home order. So I do not fully agree that keeping the park closed will fully eliminate
the amount of tourists coming into town.
I have been able to enjoy my time hiking and rock climbing following the guidelines that the Access
Fund has created, the American Alpine Club created, and the Boulder Climbing Community has
written up to keep climbing mitigated from getting Covid in Eldorado Springs these past two weeks.
Some of the points they make that I feel has worked well is parking one spot away from the next car-
leaving 6 feet of distance, wearing masks, having hand sanitizer in my pack, avoiding crowded areas-
have plan b and c, bring wag bags for waste as to not contaminate restrooms. The signage at
Chautauqua trail heads is really informative of how to hike social distanced and with PPE. These are
some easy to follow rules that would help in opening the park and allow us to continue to work during
this time in which work is going to be very hard to achieve if the park closes.
I want to thank you for your time and consideration of my vote to open RMNP.
Thank you,
Sarah Janin
Wilderness First Responder Instructor
AIARE Instructor
AMGA Apprentice Rock Guide
keep the town and RMNP open
Lucy Thies <Iucyr0131@gmail.com> Mon, May 11 , 4:33 PM (16
hours ago)
I understand that Estes Park is considering closing until next year along with the park. This is not
good for the city or visitors. By next year if everyone keeps that mentality our country will be bankrupt
and in a very bad depression. Please reconsider as we need our small businesses.
Lucy Thies
Longmont Digital Printing
RMNP Closure
Chase Nelson <chasenelson.guide@gmail.com> Mon, May 11 , 4:34 PM (16 hours
ago)
Hello,
I'm reaching out to you now as it has come to my attention that the Town of Estes is considering
whether or not to request continued closure of Rocky Mountain National Park given the current
pandemic to extend throughout the summer of 2020.
I would like to encourage the Estes Park to allow for the opening of the park if possible and explore
other ways to reduce the impact of increased visitation to the area. The COVID-19 pandemic is
something that I take very seriously and am quite concerned for the health of those around me,
particularly in vulnerable communities such as Estes, but I just can't help but think there may be other
ways to protect the community besides such an extended closure. I work as a climbing guide in the
park and a summer long closure would be devastating to my prospects to have any appreciable
employment for the summer months. Personally I do not believe that my economic prospects are
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comparable to the health of the citizens of your town, but I just really do hope that prior to a closure
there are other avenues considered.
All of that being said, I truly don't envy the decisions that the town is facing at the moment. I sincerely
hope the best as Estes Park and other mountain communities navigate this situation, from both a
health perspective and economic one.
Thanks,
Chase Nelson
The Mountain Guides of Colorado
Open up R.M.N.P.
RUSSELL PAUL LAHRMANN <lahrmann@industryinet.com> Mon, May 11 , 4:35 PM (16 hours
ago)
For the good of Estes Park please open R.M.N.P. It's Time. Look at the State of Georgia, it's
businesses are open and CO-V-19 cases are decreasing. Russell L.
Open RMNP
Cheryl Grigsby Mon, May 11 , 4:40 PM (16 hours
ago)
to me
I am writing asking the Estes Park Trustees to advocate for opening Rocky Mountain National
Park. The closure of the park is resulting in other outdoor trails and parks to be more
crowded. Fresh air and sunshine is the healthiest choice for citizens and guests, and viruses are not
easily caught outdoors. The science on wearing masks outdoors is very conflicted and breathing
your own CO2 is not healthy.
Please open Rocky Mountain National Park.
�y
Marilyn Powell <mpow1954@gmail.com> Mon, May 11 , 4:40 PM (16 hours
ago)
I feel it's imperative for RMNP to open. I am a senior resident who is more than willing to stay home
should I need to. The businesses in town have already taken a hit they cannot sustain a slow summer
season. No one asked me if I wanted this nation to shut down or this town because I might possibly
get sick I would have said NO!!! I have been here 28 years or more and know so many of the people
that own these businesses plus us locals want our park back.
Thankyou
Marilyn Fleisch
Park reopening
Beth <bethvondran@gmail.com> Mon, May 11 , 4:43 PM (16 hours
ago)
To Whom It May Concern:
I realize and respect that you are reviewing the reopening of RMNP. I am requesting that you reopen
the park soon. Having traveled to Estes many summers and some falls over the past 15 years, I am
well aware of the fact your town and business owners rely on visitors. The continued closure of the
park will have a long term detrimental affect on your community.
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Please reopen the park soon for the upcoming season.
Thank you for your time.
Respectfully,
Beth Vondran
Please let RMNP open
Phil Rush <prush50158@gmail.com> Mon, May 11 , 4:46 PM (16 hours
ago)
Please let Rocky Mountain National Park open this summer. The town needs the business that the
park brings in. I love the area and make regular trips to the park each time I visit. Please let the park
open and let Estes Park thrive.
Phil Rush
Open Up R.M.N.P.
RUSSELL PAUL LAHRMANN <lahrmann@industryinet.com> Mon, May 11 , 4:46 PM (16 hours
ago)
For businesses to survive in Estes Park, R.M.N.P. needs to open NOW. Also, everything else in
Estes Park needs to open fully, so tourists can come. Do away with the masks, as this is also going
to keep people away. This is all about ruining the economy to try to win an election, which is very
sad. Lisa L.
Reopen
Renee Dezember <reneedezember@charter.net> Mon, May 11 , 4:48 PM (16 hours
ago)
For the sake of people's welfare and businesses...reopen Estes Park soon.
Thank you,
Renee
Park and town opening
Ethan Brown <etbrow5293@gmail.com> Mon, May 11 , 4:50 PM (16 hours
ago)
Hello, I am very interested in the safety of the community of Estes Park as well as the success of the
Estes Park economy. Please open the park and allow business to return to normal function as soon
as possible. Many towns along the front range have opened and have already gone back to
somewhat of a normal flow.
Thank you,
Ethan Brown
HELP!
Jim Huebner <jimh@huebnermarketing.com> Mon, May 11 , 4:55 PM (16 hours
ago)
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Good afternoon,
Estes Park has been part of my family - as a place to retreat, rest and live - for nearly 90 years. A little
over two years ago, our family purchased a rental home in Estes Park with the dreams and
aspirations that it would serve as part our retirement program once the large mortgage was paid off.
My wife, daughter and son-in-law work hard—as do the many contractors we hire to maintain the
property—to keep it filled, keep visitors happy, and help them enjoy all that the area has to offer.
So far this year, our family has lost nearly $100,000 (which is the majority of income it produces
annually) due to cancellations because visitors were told they couldn't come to Estes Park...that
Rocky Mountain National Park was closed....and that all amenities were closed. If this continues, we
will most likely lose our home this year.
We are pleading with anyone who has influence to please show mercy on ALL of the people like my
family members who are working hard to make a living and working to have something to show for
their retirement...by opening up some of the best social distancing options on the planet - our
National Parks, and specifically, the private homes for rent in Estes Park, Colorado.
Thank you for your consideration,
Jim Huebner
Fort Collins, Colorado
www.KoeniqLodqe.com
P.S. We were not eligible for the PPP program because we don't have anyone on payroll. All those
we pay are 1099 contractors, and the rest goes to our mortgage, taxes, interest, principle, HOA fees,
code compliance, etc.
Also - here are three helpful pieces to consider as you make decisions for the welfare of the
citizenry...
https://www.aier.orq/article/woodstock-occurred-in-the-middle-of-a-pandemic/
https://medium.com/(c�ra.hobdav/coronavirus-and-the-sun-a-lesson-from-the-1918-influenza-
pandemic-509151 dc8065
https://www.thesoulofenterprise.com/tsoe/beware-the-precautionarv-principle
RMNP
Ellen Romig Mon, May 11 , 4:55 PM (16 hours
ago)
Dear Sir,
I am writing to request and strongly recommend the re-opening of the Rocky Mountain National Park.
It is the foundation of our culture and economy; it is our way of life; in a manner of speaking, it is our
life blood. Our citizens and businesses—resorts, restaurants, lodging facilities, shops, and service
employees—need RMNP to be open to the public. In other words, without the attraction of Rocky,
Estes Park would be a shadow of itself. Without the call of God's beautiful creation, the tourist
industry of Estes Park would fade away. Please do not let fear of a few selfish folk, damage the rest
of the community.
Paychecks put food on the table. Paychecks make house payments. The RMNP promotes recreation,
quality of life, exercise, and peace of mind in a tranquil and inviting atmosphere. It is a natural
atmosphere that Enos Mills saw as an environment to be loved and enjoyed. Let's get this beautiful
mountain environment reopened.
Respectfully,
Paul and Ellen Romig
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Please open Rocky Mt National Park before Memorial Day
s martin <martinconsulting24@gmail.com> Mon, May 11 , 4:56 PM (16 hours
ago)
Hi-
I am writing in to ask that you open RMNP and do not keep it closed. Estes Park is a place we take
so many of our friends and family from out of town while they are visiting. We all love going into the
park and they making a whole day of it in town. We spend our hard earned dollars in this community
and it would be a shame and just not right to keep the park closed. I am from a small town in
Colorado (Eaton) and understand how important local businesses are!
Please allow tourists to come visit God's country and see the beauty that he has created!
Thank you
Sara Martin
RMNP Closure
Heidi Wirtz <heidiwirtz@gmail.com> Mon, May 11 , 4:58 PM (16 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern
I am a climbing guide and professional climber. I would like to address the topic of keeping RMNP
closed for the summer. I feel that if this happens it will be a drastic reduction in revenue for the town
of Estes Park as tourism is the livelihood for the most part. This will also impact guides wages who
make their living guiding up in RMNP. I feel with safe practices and potentially a limit on numbers
that the risk to the community could be reduced drastically. Please consider working with the park to
reopen for the summer of 2020 and also work to implement precautionary measures as I stated.
Thank you,
Heidi
Heidi Wirtz
Cell: 303-908-7795
Owner.� Earth Play Retreats
It's time to reopen Estes Park and RMNP.
Rick Grigsby Mon, May 11 , 5:00 PM (16 hours
ago)
Dear Mayor, Trustees, RMNP Superintendent Darla Sidles and Larimer County Health Director Tom
Gonzales.
I am 67 and a full time resident of Estes Park for over 20 years. I am fully invested in our
community's success and well being. We are well prepared to take the fight to Covid-19 safely and to
move toward normalcy. It's time to reopen Estes Park and RMNP.
Respectfully,
Rick Grigsby
Reopening Estes Park for business
Matt Boston <matt@murphysriverlodge.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:04 PM (16 hours
ago)
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To whom it may concern,
As other cities in Colorado reopen to the fullest extent, I am writing to ask that the town move forward
with opening the town and also represent the citizens and businesses of Estes Park in the matter of
also pushing to reopen RMNP. Businesses, individuals, and families are all struggling to stay alive
during this pandemic. As we wait for word as to when we can reopen, we watch other stores and
cities consisting of larger volumes of people reopen or continue to operate. While tourism does
generate a larger number of people think of all the big box store, Walmart, home depot, lowes,
hardware stores, grocery stores, etc that see large volumes of people through their doors everyday
with no major side effects.
We are a town built on tourism and the longer we wait the greater the damage, we need to reopen
before the damage is too great to recover from. We will see a lot of the store we like to frequent
slowely disappear, restuarants we like to take visiting friends and family to will also start to fade away.
Our business community is ready to welcome visitors to Estes Park and reopen to the fullest extent
allowed by state health guidelines. We have put extra safety and cleaning measures in place and are
waiting, but time is running out. We need to give the people in our community their jobs back before
we no longer have a community for people to visit. Most families or individuals live pay check to pay
check. It is time to reopen there are enough resources in place at this point (pick up and delivery
services) to provide people who are at risk or scared of going out. We are ready!
Respectfully,
Matt Boston
Manager
Murphy's River Lodge
Please welcome back visitors to Rocky Mountain National Park and to Estes Park; we cannot pay our
bills or hire back our employees
Karen Monge <winterworksinc@gmail.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:08 PM (16 hours
ago)
We need to open Rocky Mountain National Park and welcome visitors back to Estes Park. This will
save our business, our employees, and our town from their financial struggles.
I am a business owner (family owned and operated since 1979) of two "non-essential" retail
businesses in downtown Estes Park. One retail shop is 3,600 square feet, the other is over 5,000
square feet. We have plenty of room for customers to stay a safe 6' away from each other, and have
installed plexiglass for our cashiers (along with all the recommended cleaning procedures). We need
customers!!!
We are running at 6-19% of last year's sales. It is slower than January:(
Our team is missing 5 laid off employees that are waiting to have their jobs back due to lack of
business.
My company pays rent on 3 warehouses, 2 offices, 2 retail shops, utilities for these leased buildings,
inventory that isn't selling, and insurance bills. Thanks to the PPP we are paying our limited staff, and
could be paying all of our laid off employees to come back to work but there is a severe lack of
business and nothing to do. Once the PPP time limit (8 weeks) is over, we will need to shoulder the
full payroll ourselves but don't have the income to do that with the current level of business.
We have learned social distancing, hand-washing, wearing masks, and the new normal of being
virus-safe. Now let us use the tools we have learned and get back to living.
Our beautiful community is made up of individuals from all walks of life that are being heard; now is
the time to please listen to us "working folks" that need to pay our bills and support our families in a
safe business environment. Please hear us.
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Sincerely,
Karen Monge
President
Winterworks Incorporated
A family owned business since 1979
RMNP still closed
Kip Carroll <kcridesh20@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:10 PM (16 hours
ago)
Town Clerk,
I'm writing today as a traveler and RMNP visitor. We need RMNP to open. Businesses there will close
their doors soon, and forever, if it is allowed 5o stay closed any further.
We have been coming to E.P. since I was a little kid. I'm now 59. Back then we stayed at the hobby
horse motel mostly. Nowadays we stay at different one off cabins if not in our RV. We have favorite
cabins , but they are not always available, as they are booked way ahead. They count on RMNP
being open. If they can't count on that, that business will die. The owners will sell or move away or
both. We have friends that own ThisMountainLife Cabins. They need the park to open, badly.
This is ridiculous.
I am in the high risk category and need to get out in the sun. I do that at RMNP.
I can do that safely there. I can socially distance there easier and safer than just about anywhere.
Please see to it that RMNP OPENS VERY SOON. Do ALL you can, PLEASE.
Thank you,
Kip Carroll
RMNP
JEFFREY KIENZLE <jjkienzle@comcast.net> Mon, May 11 , 5:12 PM (16 hours
ago)
I don't live in Estes Park but have been going to the town and RMNP for 25+ years. I am hearing that
there is talk of trying to keep RMNP closed for the whole year. I find this very hard to believe. Not only
do I not see a benefit to the current virus crisis but what would that do to the town and the
businesses? Over the years I have become very good friend with several business owners and can't
believe the town would want to shut them down for the year. Being outside is supposed to be good for
us and social distancing in the backcountry is hardly a concern. I've gone hours, on many occasions,
and not seen anyone else on the trails. I urge the town to do everything it can to get the park open in
a reasonable amount of time. I plan to be there in early September and hope that I don't have to
change my plans.
Thank you,
Jeff Kienzle
Oro Valley, AZ
Open RMNP
Matt Benson <wyomb13@gmail.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:14 PM (16 hours
ago)
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Greetings from Wyo. I beg you to open the park. Even if we can't go. Many friends live in Estes and
need it. For their families. In Wyoming the outdoors have been our social distancing. Make rules but
please open the park. Thank you!
opening RMNP
LeeAnn Wehr <angelhelp4u@msn.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:14 PM (16 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern:
As former business owners and current property owners in Estes Park, we would like to support the
re-opening of RMNP. We feel that it is essential to the survival of the business community of Estes
Park. Please consider making this happen. thanks
Jim and LeeAnn Wehr
RMNP
Cherie Gardner <chach_e@hotmail.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:18 PM (16 hours
ago)
I totally support to keep RMSP open this season! We have got to keep the good things in this country
strong!
Beverly Pearson <bpearson730@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:22 PM (16 hours
ago)
to me
I request that RMSP stay open this season. Please and Thankyou
RMNP open
Kathleen Costello <kathleentcostello@me.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:29 PM (15 hours
ago)
Dear Town Clerk,
My family and I are planning to move back to Estes Park this summer. We are looking at purchasing
land to build a home and open a business, however, we need to know that Estes Park is still a viable
community to live and work and that the town and RMNP will reopen immediately in order to facility
this move.
We have recently heard news of devastating and frightening measures being implemented by the
government in Estes Park which are causing numerous families to lose their homes and
businesses. This news is circulating all over Colorado.
Please consider reopening the RMNP and all the restaurants and businesses in town so that all
the families and businesses can once again thrive in Estes Park.
Thank you for your time and consideration,
Kathleen Costello
Please open RMNP
Jim Cartwright <jim.cartwright@lakeshirts.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:30 PM (16 hours
ago)
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Dear Town Clerk and Council,
As a long time Colorado resident, I wanted to write to let you know that I hope you will open Rocky
Mountain National Park soon. So many of our favorite memories have to do with visiting the Park and
seeing the beautiful views and wildlife. Spending time in the park is always so special, but also our
visits to Estes Park and the many restaurants, shops, and sites, are a large part of our day anytime
we visit.
I realize in this unprecedented time in our state's history, you have many issues to consider, but I truly
feel that not allowing residents and visitors to be able to visit RMNP we would see a downturn in this
summer's visits to nearby Estes Park, harming the local business and ambience of the area. We
would have families find other areas to visit, which would lead to new family traditions, and thereby
skipping RMNP in the future in order to visit the new sites they find this summer.
So many people and businesses are counting on you to help to bring some normalcy, with new safety
restrictions, that I wanted to add my voice to urge you to help us all continue to build on our summer
memories, this summer most of all.
Thank you for your consideration.
Jim Cartwright
Parker, CO
Jim Cartwright
Sales Manager— Resort
Advocating for the Re-Opening of RMNP
JMP Holdings LLC Mon, May 11 , 5:31 PM (16 hours
ago)
To the Members of the Board of Trustees of Estes Park;
I am writing to you to advocate for the re-opening of Rocky Mountain National Park. I am a business
and home owner in Estes Park and I believe that without the park being opened, many businesses
(including my own) may not survive through the end of the year.
I have been completely supportive of the original Stay-At-Home orders and for everyone's safety
closed my store without question. However, as we learn more about this virus, I believe we can
social distance safely and that the awesomeness of Rocky Mountain National Park needs to be open
for all to enjoy the outdoors.
For those that have underlying health conditions or safety concerns, I recommend that they continue
to shelter at home and I am happy to offer home delivery/curb side pick-up from my store and I have
a few associates that would even do errands/ grocery shopping for folks! We want to be safe, but
allow our business a chance to survive.
Thank you for your consideration,
Mary Smithson, CEO
JMP Holdings LLC dba Mary Jane's
Rocky Mountain National Park
Don Hiskey <Don@hiskeyco.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:33 PM (15 hours
ago)
I'm writing to support the opening of Rocky Mountain National Park as soon as possible. I don't know
how much clout the town of Estes Park has with the Park Service, but I do hope you share support
with many of us in the region for the opening of this very important resource for all of us.
Thank you very much.
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Don
Don Hiskey, President
Hiskey and Company
United Giftware Sales Group
Please Open Rocky Mountain National Park
Shane Corrigan <shane@wilcor.net> Mon, May 11 , 5:34 PM
(15 hours ago)
Hello,
Id like to voice my concerns of the park remaining closed for too much longer as this is effecting so
many businesses and my customers in and around Estes Park have told me personally how
devastating it is to there business and livelihood if no visitors come to town. It is possible to open the
park safely if proper instruction and guidance is given to those entering the park on how to social
distance, wearing a mask, passing trail heads if more the X of cars are parked there etc.
Please and thank you for helping to reopen the park in time for the summer season.
Shane Corrigan
RMNP closure.
Bernardo Beteta <betetabernardo@gmail.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:34 PM (15 hours
ago)
Hello,
My name is Bernardo Beteta and I am a guide with the Colorado Mountain School. I understand that
the Town of Estes Park Board is taking into consideration to possibly have RMNP stay closed for the
duration of this Summer 2020. As a guide, I ask for consideration for the people that rely on the
National Parks and other open areas for their livelihood and financial stability. I understand the
concern of Estes Park's locals with having tourists visit during this pandemic, but I believe that it
would be possible to have some tourists with safety and social distancing guidelines visit RMNP and
avoid an outbreak in the town.
Thank you,
Bernardo Beteta
Closure of RMNP
Michael Young Mon, May 11 , 5:34 PM (16 hours
ago)
Hello!
I believe that opening RMNP is advisable not just for the well-being of businesses in Estes Park,
but to lift the spirits of our citizens. The opportunity for out-of-towners to have an excursion away
from their homes to enjoy the park can do so much to alleviate the frustrations of being confined at
home.
There is a hypocrisy, I feel, in not opening RMNP under the assumption that people will no longer
be able to practice social distancing, when one considers the attendance at supermarkets and box
stores. People must, and can, remain responsible for their protection and the respect for others that
they have practiced elsewhere.
Please vote to open RMNP. Thank you so much for your fine work! -Michael Young
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Open Rocky Mountain Park
Frank and Judy Ledoux <fjledoux@aol.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:34 PM (16 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern:
We are 30 year plus residents, and we are very interested in the welfare of our community.
We are IN FAVOR of OPENING ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK soon.
We feel it definitely draws people who love Estes and the outdoors and beauty of the area. It
definitely is the main impact for visitors to our community. With the town opening in reasonable
health conscious actions, it seem that opening the National Park is needed. It encouraged people to
get outdoors.
Best regards,
Fabricio Frank Ledoux
Judith Ledoux
RMNP
Jeff Hallmark <hallmarkjeff@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:37 PM (15 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern,
Please reopen Rocky Mountain National Park soon. My family owns at Ram's Horn Village and we
would like to visit in the near future. Without the park being open I do not see us visiting. This is going
to be very detrimental to your businesses and town as a whole.
Please do the right thing and reopen RMNP soon with the responsible social distancing in place.
Thank you for taking time to read this message.
Sincerely,
Jeff Hallmark
Sent from my iPhone
RMNP Input
Ellen Reinersten Mon, May 11 , 5:40 PM (15 hours
ago)
Town Board Members,
As small business owners who make our living from the tourist season here in Estes Park, we'd like to
inform you that opening the Rocky Mountain National Park is vital for the security and stability of our
town's and residents' well-being. As a lodging establishment, we've taken necessary precautions and
implemented new safety guidelines to ensure the health and safety of our guests and ourselves as
people come and go. That being said, we, along with most other local businesses, are ready for the
busy season!
Every week we have been receiving calls concerning summer reservations that are all directly
pending on the opening of the National Park. Without knowing a scheduled date of reopening, we
continue to be unable in providing these potential customers with the information they need to make
proper travel plans. What's more, recent news has indicated other National Parks, such as Zion and
The Smoky Mountains, have already reopened, which will draw away a large number of people who
may have chosen Rocky Mountain National Park instead, had it been open. The longer our National
Park remains closed, the further our busy season opportunities will continue to diminish. This lack of
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reopening knowledge is clearly not just hurting our family business, but also the entire hotel industry
of Estes Park, along with the large majority of restaurants and small businesses downtown.
As states, counties, and towns begin to reopen, it has been made clear that safety is still the number
one concern on people's minds. That being said, reopening is still possible and most definitely
needed for Estes Park's business owners' and residents' livelihoods. Opening the National Park can
be done with safety still in mind, and along with the necessary implemented health guidelines, this will
ensure people peace of mind, while also paving the way for a profitable and favorable tourist season
for the entirety of Estes Park. People have already been practicing safe social distancing and are
clearly aware of how their actions can affect those around them. We should only expect these safety
behaviors to continue with the reopening of the National Park. Reopening Rocky Mountain National
Park will allow people to still enjoy the beauty that Colorado beholds and bring their business to a
town that is ready and in need of them to do so.
Estes is ready. Business owners are ready. As the numerous potential tourist phone calls and
emails inquiring as to the reopening of the National Park have proven, visitors are also ready. The
summer season is fast approaching and we ask that you would help us all continue to prosper and
benefit from a town that has consistently brought thousands upon thousands of people for so many
years. Our town has suffered enough, as have countless others across the nation. Waiting will only
prolong the economic destruction, and seeing as this decision has now been placed in your hands,
we hope that you would act in favor of rebuilding this town to the beauty and liveliness we all know
and love.
-Family Business Owners of Misty Mountain Lodge
Opening RMNP
Barb Pickett <barb@servpro10134.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:45 PM (15 hours
ago)
I am pleading with you to open RMNP this summer. Please don't make Coloradoans lose their lively
hood as I am sure they will abide with safe distancing to ensure customers and staff will remain safe!
Let's help our Colorado small businesses survive, and allow those of us who want to support local
small businesses and not the big box stores!
I sincerely hope you do the right thing to help our locals business owners survive this devastating
time!!
Sincerely,
Barb Pickett-Weber
RMNP
armism@yahoo.com Mon, May 11 , 5:46 PM (15 hours
ago)
It has come to our attention that several senior groups are trying to keep RMNP from opening this
summer. My wife and I are both 77 years old, and we are hoping that Rocky will be open for the
summer. We visit Estes at least once each year, and often twice a year. We're from Thicket, Tx and
look forward to being able to spend time there this year.
Thank you for your time.
Arthur McMahon
Please allow RMNP to open
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Patricia E Aldridge Mon, May 11 , 5:48 PM (15 hours
ago)
Dear Mayor and Trustees,
I know you are hearing from the people who have a lot of time to write to keep RMNP closed.
I am writing to state that I believe we should request that RMNP reopen. Based upon the
cancellations that we are received for our cabins, we will naturally have fewer visitors here
anyway. Based upon the number of cars that we watched drive into Estes last weekend, people are
coming anyway. LET THEM INTO THE PARK!! I firmly believe that people need to move around a
little and the National Parks is the safest place for them to do that. There is room to spread out, it is
outside which has less spread of infectious disease typically. No, we don't know the details of this
virus, but we have seen plenty of infectious diseases and when humans are the vector, they generally
spread from indoor contact.
This community NEEDS VISITORS TO SURVIVE. We can take reasonable precautions in town to
limit potential spread while still trying to save what we can of the economy. We have to learn how to
function with Coronavirus in the world. It's not going away. People at risk can easily avoid the
downtown corridor. Businesses cannot survive without customers.
Rocky Mountain National Park should open.
Sincerely,
Patricia Aldridge, MD
EPH
Creativity Cabin
Jazzercise Estes Park
Heart of Estes Cabins
RMNP
Melissa Myers <melissamyers1121@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:53 PM (15 hours
ago)
Good evening,
My name is Melissa Myers and I'm a Colorado native! My entire life I've loved coming to Estes Park.
Shoot, I even played sports against Estes Park! Now as a wife and mother we love to just go for a
drive through RMNP to get away and make a stop in town to support local businesses.
I live in a small community myself these days. It's been absolutely amazing seeing how our
community has banned together to keep our Ma and Pa stores in business. I please ask that you not
close down Estes Park for the season. If anything just add other stipulations. No out of state visitors
etc. This is the livelihood of so many of your family, friends, and neighbors. Please keep that in mind!
Sincerely,
Melissa Myers
Status of RMNP
kmcquilting@earthlink.net Mon, May 11 , 5:54 PM (15 hours
ago)
I'm writing to urge you to open RMNP as soon as possible. I'm a business owner, and if the opening
of the Park is delayed or doesn't open to allow tourists to come to Estes, businesses will fail, the town
economy will fail, and Estes won't survive.
Regards,
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KaronMcDowell
Cottage Bliss Gifts &Fabric, owner
Re-Open Rocky Mountain National Park
Marc Vondran <MVondran@rudolphfoods.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:56 PM (15 hours
ago)
To Whom It May Concern:
I respectfully request that Rocky Mountain National Park be re-opened quickly. This park means the
world to me and my family. I have planned for the last 3 months to vacation there in July along with
our friends. My family has done so almost yearly for the last 16 years.
I believe that the park can be opened in a safe manner, where everyone can benefit from being out
in the wilds. The summer won't be the same without a visit!
RespectFully,
Marc A. Vondran
Credit Manager
Rudolph Foods Company
RMNP Reopening
Billy Zalewski <bzalewski3000@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:57 PM (15 hours
ago)
Hello,
My name is Will Zalewski. I am from New Jersey, and my father and I have our first big trip planned
for the end of June. And guess where it is to? Your town! We are staying in Estes Park and will
hopefully be paying for as much as we can to support your town and that we can carry back on the
plane back. But for this to happen we need RMNP to be open! We want it to open, so does everyone
else! We know you're a small town, and we respect that, we won't be a problem, we have never been
there, and have spent a lot of money which we can't get back. Please consider all of this because this
has happened to many people, please think about how your businesses will flourish when you reopen
when you discuss this tomorrow!
RMNP @ Estes Park
d.schreiner@bresnan.net Mon, May 11 , 5:57 PM (15 hours
ago)
Please open up RMNP, we spend alot of time every summer in RMNP and Estes Parks. Camping in
the Park is total distancing. We are all self contained. Thanks
RMNP
Mary Ann Colston <maryann@macolston.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:59 PM (15 hours
ago)
This email message is to encourage the re-opening of Rocky Mountain National Park. I bring new
visitors with me each year and have already rented a home for a week in August.
The stores and residents of Estes Park who rely on the revenues from tourists is critically needed. If
you wish to limit the number of customers to stores, restaurants, etc., that would be better than not
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allowing the park to be opened. We usually drive into the park and hike to the areas we want to
see. It will be a travesty to not reopen the park.
I urge you to allow us to visit and enjoy RMNP this year. Thank you.
Opening of RMNP
Val Thompson <val@youneedpie.com> Mon, May 11 , 5:59 PM (15 hours
ago)
Hello! I'm writing this letter to voice my support for the opening of RMNP sooner rather than later. I
realize that the Town Board has no decision making authority in this matter but certainly the opinion
of our elected officials has some influence. The business community is reaching desperation levels.
We are, of course, concerned with the health and welfare of the community as a whole. However, I
feel we can adequately make concessions to ensure safety for all. Thank you. Val Thompson
Rocky Mountain National Park
Wood, Sarah <sarah.wood@midlandu.edu> Mon, May 11 , 6:01 PM (15 hours
ago)
Hello,
I read an article that I should send an email about the reopening of the National Park. I believe the
park should be reopened because it is a place for people to escape their mental space. Going to the
Rocky Mountain National Park is so refreshing and freeing. We have been couped up for so long, and
we all would love to enjoy the park very soon.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
S� .�
RMNP
hop05@embarqmail.com Mon, May 11 , 6:02 PM (15 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern:
We are from your neighboring state of Kansas. We have spent numerous vacations in Colorado, and
this summer I hope will be no different. I am asking you to open the park and allow people to get out,
spend their money and help out your communities that need it so very badly. Fresh mountain air will
not hurt anyone. An idea you may throw around would be any hotels housing folks, allow them to buy
their pass and enjoy your park. Allow your locals to enter the park. I understand that you don't want a
million people there on any given weekend but there has to be a way to accommodate your area and
people that want to visit as well. We don't want to be in a crowd and social distance is a must. I think
you will find that most people will abide by the rules if you allow it. Call in for food, take it to the hotel
or to an open area to have a picnic. You need the revenue, we are here to help. We were asked to
email how we felt so here is mine. We wanted to come next week before the holiday, but am waiting
to hear if the park will open or not before we change our destination.
Thank you for your time to read this.
Sincerely,
Kent and Sheri Hopkins
Garnett KS
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Opening RMNP
Brian Lenzmeier <brianlenzmeier@gmail.com> Mon, May 11 , 6:03 PM (15 hours
ago)
I am writing to encourage you to support re-opening RMNP to visitors in the near future. At the very
least, consider an application based entry system to allow for at least some of the wide range of
people from across the state of Colorado to have access to this national treasure.
Sincerely,
Brian Lenzmeier
Former Estes Park Resident
Storm Lake, lowa
Why Rocky Mountain National Park Should Open ASAP!
Emilee Hewitt <nomorecrazypie@gmail.com> Mon, May 11 , 6:05 PM (15 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern,
I used to live in Estes Park, and truthfully the time I loved there was the best time in my life! Why you
ask? Because of the amazing, awe inspiring proximity to RMNP! I grew up in the desert of NV, I don't
think people understand how healing the mountains can be and are!!!
Truthfully, if the decision is made to keep RMNP closed for a year, the town of Estes Park will
die...your merchants cannot hold on after all of this!!! That would be heartbreaking to me and
MILLIONS of other people!!!
Please make the right decision!
-A Concerned Citizen
Open RMNP
Sue Daniel <smdaniel@me.com> Mon, May 11 , 6:06 PM (15 hours
ago)
Please consider opening RMNP. You know you can restrict the number of people in the park—you
already do it—so please open the park in a safe manner, like a lot of businesses are doing, and
encourage people to practice good social distancing. It will give people a place to go, and it will help
the businesses in Estes Park who rely on tourism to make their living.
Respectfully,
Sue Daniel
RMNP and Estes Park
Cheri Harvell <cheriharvell@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11 , 6:07 PM (15 hours
ago)
to me
I am a resident of Oklahoma who is scheduled to visit Estes Park June 6-12. I will cancel my trip if
RMNP does not open. My husband and I plan to bring groceries, cook our daily meals, and hike
everyday from daylight until dark. We are willing to wear masks if requested. We would love to visit
the town of Estes Park, but would refrain from doing so if the locals prefer we stay away. RMNP
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allows for much open air and social distancing. We can wear masks until we reach a hiking distance
where there is more distance between visitors.
Opening the town back up
x
Christopher Wood <Chris@woodmountainmanagement.com�on, May 11 , 6:10 PM (15 hours
ago)
Board of Trustees, and your honor Mayor Koenig,
Thank you for taking the time and consideration from all angles as we as a town and community
navigate the ever changing challenge in our forethought.
Like many, or most, in this room, Estes Park was first introduced to me as a summer place to
work. For many, it was where their family always went on vacation. Estes has always held a long
and upstanding tradition of being a family destination for those near and far to escape into the
mountains.
Perhaps, now more than ever, our long time guests are seeking the sanctuary that they know to
escape, rejuvenate and restore. A place that they feel welcome and embraced. Unfortunately, the
delicate balance between residents and commerce has been indeed a dance. Many have heard
messaging that they are not wanted here, and by some, perhaps that is true. However, I feel our
good name, our brand, is being destroyed by those telling our guests not to come.
For 18 years I have owned and operated McGregor Mountain Lodge, and coming up on three years
this June we have operated Castle Mountain Lodge. Both cabin properties that pride themselves
welcoming our guests time and again to this beautiful high country.
This year, like none other, we have been challenged with fear and uncertainty in our guest, our
country and our world. The travel industry particularly, representing 1/3 of our global economy,
turned upside down.
With the added challenge of our seasonal destination, our summer months become particularly
crucial in creating our needed cash flow for sustainability throughout the entire year. Property
valuations and taxes have increased 5 fold since my beginning of ownership, with revenue and rates
trying to keep up. Might I remind our residents too that the commercial properties carry that tax
burden for them.
Although we've received funding through the government Payroll Protection Program (PPP) that
revenue/loan will be fully utilized by June 15.
We have noted unprecedented losses due to cancellations relative to the virus and
uncertainty. Losses now equivalent to a quarter million dollars in direct loss, and another projected
$250-$350,000 due to folks just not traveling. Banks have been gracious in restructuring loans so as
to tag 3 months onto the end, and making interest only payments for another 6 months.
We have been fortunate to maintain all our staff, are hopeful for somewhat of a busy summer; but
each Pushing back of opening the park and also telling people they are not wanted here is taring
away the foundation of our business community.
We, as a whole, as so many of our business colleagues have stepped up in requiring guests to
practice safe distancing and wash hands frequently, and wear face masks when around others. We
have implemented stringent cleaning and sanitizing practices that is labor intensive to ensure our
guests, and employees feel safe.
At the end of the day, we simply ask we move into the spirit of hospitality in which our community was
founded by welcoming guests back... yes, with sensibility and wisdom.
Might our messaging simply be "Welcome. We're glad you're here. Practice social distancing and
sanitizing often"
We are well aware that our National Park is one of our key assets... without it being accessible many
aren't coming. We need that space accessible to help facilitate the healing our country and word
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needs. Please consider getting the National Park open sooner rather than later... let us take this time
NOW to navigate how it will look when it gets busier.
Chris Wood
Castle and McGregor Mountain Lodges
Chris@WoodMountainManagement.com
Chris@CastleMountainLodge.com
RMNP please open
JenniferJarvis <jenifur712@gmail.com> Mon, May 11 , 6:16 PM (15 hours
ago)
I am writing to request RMNP be opened. Many other National Parks are phasing in opening with
Smoky Mtn National Park opening May 9th. A National Park should be accessible to people to use,
considering the American people pay for it. One town can not control the use of our National facilities.
Even if this means only trails and roads are open. Visitor centers and shuttles could remain closed a
few more months. The President even encouraged the reopening of our National Parks. It makes no
sense for State Parks to open and not National parks. We are past the initial influx of virus. Many
states loosening isolation. Beaches are reopening. I know the economy and businesses probably rely
on tourism. Please consider the requests of the majority of the American people and reopen.
Thank you.
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Rocky Mountain National Park Open RMNP.Business here in Estes depends on the park.Open the park and open the town!Enough is enough!LePs get on with life!If you
5/11/2020 4:43 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. George Gaddy are scared stay home.I'm not.LePs get this town back in business!
Please start the process of opening the town.
1.Please urge the National Park Service to open the Park
Rocky Mountain National Park 2.Please do not discourage visitors from coming to Estes Park-let people know the town is open for business(when the Park opens-which
5/11/2020 4:57 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Jeff Robbins should be soon.
Murphy's Resort and Murphy's River Lodge are ready to safely host our guests.We have made all the requested improvements to protect our
staff and guests.It is vital that the park reopen ASAP.
Governor Polis is opening the State Parks on May 12th for camping.It makes sense for Federal Parks to be open too.It has been proven that
Rocky Mountain National Park spending time in nature is good for physical and mental health.If there has ever been a time people need to experience the joy of our National
5/11/2020 5:08 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Pat Murphy Parks is today!
We respectfully request that the Town recommend to Rocky Mountain National Park and the Department of the Interior that we are ready to
open our business to guests,following guidelines for safe reopening as put forth by the Town of Estes Park,Larimer County,and the State of
Colorado.
A key factor for our guests is the safe access to Rocky Mountain National Park.Many have expressed their concern that if they cannot access
the Park,they will go where they can access a National Park.That will have a direct impact on Rocky,downtown,&our lodging business.As
year-round residents since 1946,and neighbors to the Park,we know guests spend the majority of their vacation time in the Park.
Christina Trowbridge, The continued closure of the Park will have a huge negative impact on our business,as we depend on the summer vacation season to survive
Rocky Mountain National Park representing Workshire the entire year.To date,we have lost several thousands of dollars in cancelled reservations due to the closures of Estes Park and Rocky
5/11/2020 522 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Lodge Mountain National Park.
I support the reopening of RMNP in a science-positive way that balances the livelihoods of those who visit the park.I believe there are ways tc
allow for activities such as guiding to occur in the park in a way that manages the health risks associated with Covid-19.For example,I
occasionally work for Colorado Mountain School and can attest to the high standards that this company practices with both client and overall
public safety.Integrating sound Covid protocols and procedures would be a natural step for a company like this.Furthermore,I understand that
Rocky Mountain National Park concerns over the increase of out of town travelers to Estes Park town is a concern for the safety of town residents.However,I think this is a
5/11/2020 528 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Madaleine Sorkin time to think and act collaboratively beyond keeping the park closed to public use.
I believe that opening RMNP is advisable not just for the well-being of businesses in Estes Park,but to lift the spirits of our citizens. The
opportunity for out-of-towners to have an excursion away from their homes to enjoy the park can do so much to alleviate the frustrations of
being confined at home.
There is a hypocrisy,I feel,in not opening RMNP under the assumption that people will no longer be able to practice social distancing,when
one considers the attendance at supermarkets and box stores.People must,and can,remain responsible for their protection and the respect
Rocky Mountain National Park for others that they have practiced elsewhere.
5/11/2020 538 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Michael Young Please vote to open RMNP.Thank you everyone for your fine work!
We need RMNP to reopen. Our business will run out of PPP money&be forced to lay-off our staff or drastically reduce hours to cover
inventory bills&other expenses related to operating a business.
If people are uncomfortable with increasing tourism,then they can choose to stay at home. The local community alone unfortunately cannot
sustain every small business in town&if we are unable to make sales this summer,this winter will be devastating. If business owners are
unable to employ workers,then that's more economic impact throughout the year. Our business had a 200%loss the first month of COVID-19
&this second month is looking to show another major loss&thousands of dollars of net losses.
Please allow RMNP to reopen while supporting our at risk population to stay safe. We can rise up as a community to support everyone,we
don't need to be on lockdown to be supportive neighbors. Together creative solutions can be found to meet a variety of needs.
Rocky Mountain National Park Anastacia Galloway
5/11/2020 5:46 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Reed Anastacia
Town Board Members,
I,along with my business partners and all of my employees,am in heavy favor of re-opening Rocky Mountain National Park immediately for a
variety of reasons.While safety should remain a top priority we have to seriously and intentionally weigh the other risks associated with even
further financial damage to our residents,families,businesses,and to our town.
There is virtually no evidence that Covid-19 is transmitted in the outdoors,and there is overwhelming evidence that hiking and spending time
outside is massively beneficial to individuals and public health.
Even if shuttles aren't operational and if visitor centers remain closed,or greatly limited in occupancy,opening Rocky Mountain National Park
will not only benefit the health of its visitors,local or not,but will also go a very long way in helping the healing process for folks emotional,
psychological,and spiritual well being.
Thx,
Rocky Mountain National Park Michael Hodges
5/11/2020 5:48 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Michael Hodges Castle&McGregor Mountain Lodges
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To Whom It May Concern:
I write to express concern that the Town of Estes Park may not support the re-opening of
Rocky Mountain National Park.I understand the seriousness of the decision you face.Yes--an
easy solution is to continue the closure of the Park and the policy of encouraging visitors to stay away.I strongly urge you to reconsider this
policy.
As the son of a former Estes Park businesswoman—owner of a business on Elkhorn for over 12 years—I thoroughly understand the flow of
tourists to and through the village to be vital to its economic survival. Also,as a summer employee of the original owner/builder and operator o1
National Forest Tours,I am aware of the necessity of tourists visiting Estes to ensure the viability of a local business.
Rocky Mountain National Park Please—do not be short sited and attempt to guarantee the'health'of the village and in so doing kill the goose that lays the golden eggs.
5/11/2020 5:57 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. James Ingles Without a flow of visitors,businesses will be unable to pay local folks who rely on
Estes Park is all about the RMNP.Not a secret why so many visit here.Without the park opening,it presents hardship for those who work
odand live here.
Without our tourism,Estes Park is just another small town.I am the GM of Murphy's hotels.We have made many changes to protect ourselves
and all guest.
Limit the amount of guest allowed in the park at one time.Set up guidelines for hiking or using picnic areas.Many guest just want to drive
through,see what wild life they can see,take pictures,be able to say they went to RMNP.
I do hope you will consider opening sooner.
Rocky Mountain National Park
5/11/2020 6:01 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Loretta Hetke Thank you!
Dear Board of Trustees,
First I want to thank each of you for taking on the challenge of reopening Estes Park. Of course it needs to be open,but as diverse as our
community is,it will require good leadership,clear direction and a plan that benefits all of us.
We as a community have faced many obstacles,whether it be the fires,the floods, the economic disaster of 2008 and we remained shong.
As we face this epic time we must remain calm and persevere. Rather than becoming apathetic and hide,we must move through this time with
courage,wisdom and strength. Stores,lodges and RMNP are the heart of Estes Park. They are what keeps Estes Park alive.For our town to
survive and not die,we must open our doors and get our economy back on track.
Rocky Mountain National Park
5/11/2020 6:09 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Wendye Sykes We are Estes Park Strong!
Thank you all for your service to our community. As a local business owner dependent on tourism to provide employment for nearly a dozer
full and part time employees and conhactors,we would ask the Trustees to kindly consider ANY decisions,resolutions and positions that would
enable an immediate reopening of all businesses and RMNP. Your local business owners are ready to comply with all State and Federal
guidelines for safety and health. We are committed to providing a safe destination for our traveler guests and instructing our guests in
Rocky Mountain National Park participating safely as they pour their tourism dollars into our community. We can do this. And we can do this safely and properly. But we
5/11/2020 6:14 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Rich Chiappe need to be permitted to open our business. Thank you so much!
To Town Board and RMNP Superintendent Sidles:
We need RMNP opened asap for the sake of our business and all Estes Park businesses and the economy of Estes Park.
We survived the 2013 flood,but this is much worse.
As soon as you have a date on RMNP reopen,please publicize it asap so people can make plans to come. Would have been helpful to have
had it reopen by mid May or before Memorial weekend.
We are prepared with health safely requirements at our business.For customers and employees. We are ready and waiting for business. We
have about 1-2%occupancy for May,for out of Town guests.
We received 2 more cancellations today for July!
Please open RMNP as let people know that date open and publicize it right away!
Thank you
Rocky Mountain National Park Carrie and Ken
5/11/2020 6:26 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Ken and Carrie Arnold Deer Crest Resort on Fall River
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To whom it may concern,
First off,thank you Board of Trustees and the rest of the team working to keep the best interest of the Town and the people of Estes Park both
Healthy and Prosperous.
As a community I feel we have been cooperative and understanding this far. We live and cherish the community and the people in it. That
being said,I feel iYs time the people not at high risk continue on with our lives. There seems to be a breaking point mentally and financially tha
we feel is nearing.
Please help us feed our families by bringing folks back to this beautiful town. If people are high risk,those folks need to take extra precaution.
The rest of the folks that have been hibernating to keep others healthy must return to some sort of a normal lifestyle and income. Time to returi
the favor. Thank you for your time and consideration. We hope this letter will find you well.
Rocky Mountain National Park -Sincerely,
5/11/2020 7:06 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Robert Vigil The struggling citizens of America
Dear Board,
I love hiking in our Park and appreciate that same love for the Park attracts many from all over.My concern is that before we open up an
attraction that will bring in visitors from within and outside the state and area,what is the impact to citizens here?Will be we inviting in
competition for already hard-to-find groceries at the local store?What is the difference in the Park having been closed and now,the virus
remains easily transmissible?Can we trace?
Already I see a mask requirement for downtown and businesses though not the marina,shore,or path around the lake.There can be times
when social distancing is not possible on the path and multiple people converge from different directions.The same will be true in the Park.
What will be the mask requirement,a suggestion or mandatory?Busses in the Park?Trails?
I'd like to see mandatory masks and hand sanitizing stations located at trailheads,around Lake Estes,in the Park,at certain parking lots.
Rocky Mountain National Park
5/11/2020 7:08 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Denali Davidson Thank you
Please open up the park,with all the other restrictions,which I will follow and think most visitors will too,allows for the townspeople to sta�
healthy,while allowing businesses to not only survive(probably just barely as it is for the next few years),but also allows families to survive
financially here in Estes as well,which many are barely making it as is too and we cannot afford to lose them as residences either. If we don't,
honestly do not think the businesses will survive through the winter,and the face of Estes as we know it will be changed for ever. The Park is
Rocky Mountain National Park not ours,and we never should have acted as if our lives,are somehow more important than a tourisYs life,when it is THEM that makes this
5/11/2020 928 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Nicole Gassmann town what it is. We would be selfish to think anything less.
Please open the Park! Livelihoods,rents,mortgages,Estes families,our educational system,tax dollars depend on it! For the first time ever,I
actually think this could be the avenue in which our town either survives or becomes a ghost town. We must learn to live with this virus,not
shelter from it,it will weakness immune systems and make every individual more susceptible to all germs if we keep scaring people and forcing
Rocky Mountain National Park them to shelter in place. This mentality of protecting the masses,is in the end more detrimental to the masses of most healthy people,young o
5/11/2020 9:38 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Thomas Gassmann old. Please open the Park for all our healthf
Estes Park
Dear Mayor Koenig—
Reaching out today as what I call a semi local resident.While I live down the canyon in Johnstown I frequent Estes at least once per week,if
not more,for both work as an advocate for individuals living with disabilities and also for play.I have a deep connection to both the community
and the park.I most often frequent local businesses like Kind Coffee,Notchtop,Scratch,the country market,the mountain shop and the newer
Hyk.I have volunteered in town during the recent floods and I currently volunteer for the US Forest Service in areas bordering the park.I have
made many local connections over the years.My family actually stayed in town over this past weekend,in part to show our support for the local
businesses that have opened back up.I have many friends and clients families'who's livelihoods depend on the park being open and the
summer economy that drives the community.Local photographers and tour guides,vacation rental property managers,among many other vital
businesses in town such as adventure park owners,campground owners,and furniture shop owners.If the park is closed completely for an
extend period of time into and/or through the summer as rumored,it will devastate not only these lives,but so,so many others.While I
absolutely understand the need to guard the community from an outbreak,I also feel strongly there must be some balance and compromise
reached so that the town,and it's residents,do not sink completely.The community is absolutely mountain strong,there is no doubt.However,
there are many that could not recover from the potential implications of an extended park closure.Please consider reopening of remaining
businesses,with strict guidelines,and such options as a phased in opening of the park.For example,opening to county residents for a couple
of weeks,then maybe Colorado residents for a month.If no increase in local COVID cases,then maybe open to all for just day/night use with
no overnight camping allowed.Again,I feel strongly a balance needs to be made between allowing some sort of normalcy to continue and also
protecting the small community we all love so much.
Thank You for your consideration.
Rocky Mountain National Park
5/11/2020 9:49 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Jessica Shouse -Jessica Shouse-
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Rocky Mountain National Park I would like to ask that you recommend Rocky Mountain National Park be opened. I do not feel the need to list reasons,and will simply say I
5/11/2020 9:56 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Marlys Eshelman think the national park should be opened. Thank you.
Rocky Mountain National Park
5/11/2020 10:00 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Mike Kearney We need to open the national park.I see no reason for not opening it
Rocky Mountain National Park
5/11/2020 10:31 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Tim Elkins Please be in support of reopening our National park
Rocky Mountain National Park
5/11/2020 10:39 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Eliott Kroll RMNP reooenine.odf Please view the attached document.
Please support the opening of RMNP. Many businesses in EP are in dire straights and every week that passes with the park shut down seem_=
to claim another one. People are losing businesses they have worked many years to build and several that were going to open this year have
changed their plans.
It can be done safely. Other national parks have already opened.
Rocky Mountain National Park
5/11/2020 10:56 PM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Douglas Klink Thank you!
The retired residents of the Estes valley want the town and Rocky to remain closed.As business owners for 30 years here,we are watching ou
home and business slip away and it is time to let us reopen using our own common sense precautionary measures,the same common sense
that we used to build our businesses here in this not so easy climate.
We can't continue to hide.Other parks are open.Our jewel should have been the first.The outdoors will heal us and our country.Soon
Rocky Mountain National Park Jayne and Oliver rumblings of civil disobedience will grow louder and you won't stop the people from their right of working to feed themselves.Open the park.
5/12/2020 5:56 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. robertson Loosen the mask restrictions,we aren't New York,we are Colorado and mountain strong.
RMNP needs to be open ASAP. Outdoor recreation is essential for the public health and there is no solid reason to believe that covid virue
spread will be increased by people walking on trails. RMNP is an essential business for all EP businesses.
Rocky Mountain National Park
5/12/2020 6:06 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Boyette Williams Thank you.
Rocky Mountain National Park
5/12/2020 6:53 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Julia Neil Please reopen the national park now.People need to be able to get out into nature for their health and well-being!
My family and I visit twice a year if you close this down there is money lost to your community.We look forward to seeing the park.Fresr
mountain air!People need to get out and get sun and build their immune systems.The younger people I.Your town need the tourist money
your town needs the money.Please open the parks and visitor centers.I already have my kids senior pics being taken in the park we live in
Rocky Mountain National Park lowa and her dream is to have them taken there.If you close you risk losing a lot of your businesses with no tourists thank you for your time
5/12/2020 6:55 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Melissa Gottschalk don't feed the fear
Good morning,I hope I am not too late!I wanted to voice my support in re-opening the park to visitors.Our community greatly relies on visitors
Rocky Mountain National Park to keep our economy strong.If someone is at high risk,they can still take the same precautions to stay healthy.We have to keep our economy
5/12/2020 7:15 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Elizabeth Coffin alive and well!
Please reopen Rocky!At risk people can stay at home.Society must build immunity by returning to normal life.We did flatten the curve for oui
healthcare system.Now it is time to get back to normal.We now have these huge COVID-19 hospitals available and experience.What about
the countries who did not lock down and continued normal life and recommended the at risk stay at home and focused their resources on them
They now have a large percentage of immunity.It is much easier to social distance in the outdoors than it is in a big box store yet what did
America close and keep open.We demand access to the public lands that are ours.There is tremendous psychological benefit by being in
nature.Closing Rocky severely limits our outdoor access.I am a local who chose to pay the high cost of living by a national park so I could
Rocky Mountain National Park have access year around.If you must limit,then limit those who are not local.Thanks to your 1000 character limit I can't even discuss
5/12/2020 720 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Melinda May economic impact.
Rocky Mountain National Park
5/12/2020 723 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Matt Lovas I want to voice my support for opening up Rocky Mountain National Park.
Rocky Mountain National Park RMNP is a national
5/12/2020 726 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Ken Sickles treasure.pdf Please see the attached concerning the opening of Rocky Mountain National Park.
Rocky Mountain National Park
5/12/2020 7:37 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Natashia Please open rocky!Businesses in Estes are greatly suffering!!
Please open the park back up.People need fresh air.People need nature.There is really no valid reason that people shouldnt be allowed to b�
Rocky Mountain National Park out in the open.Also,please open the visitor center.People can maintain the 6 foot mandate if its required,but I really feel that our people and
5/12/2020 7:40 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Kim Medrano our businesses need to get back to work and get back to normal.
There is no other option but to open up RMNP. This town has and will continue to rely on the park for its residence survival. If you have evei
Rocky Mountain National Park owned a downtown business,which I have,when the park is closed, our business declines. I believe the park can figure out a way to safely
5/12/2020 7:46 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Christie Adams open the park and the Town of Estes Park needs to support and not discourage this.
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From what I have observed most folks who are insisting on keeping the park closed are 1)retired 2)wealthy or financially secure 3)not busines:
owners...
Rocky Mountain National Park The virus is serious,but so is the ability for businesses to survive.By reopening,no one is forcing anyone out of their homes.Safely reopening
5/12/2020 7:49 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Angela Callahan should be an option.The virus is NOT going away.We must learn to live with it out there.
I appreciate the concern for the well being of Estes Park and its community.I also appreciate that businesses in any community thrive because
of location.There aren't many"chain"stores in Estes that can survive for an unspecified amount of time without people coming into the area.
The police department,schools and local services are dependent on tax revenue that traffic to and from Rocky Mountain National Park provide
Rocky Mountain National Park Other National Parks are opening and the closure affects many other communities such as Grand Lake.Thank you for your time and
5/12/2020 8:05 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Mark Altmeyer understanding.
I am an avid hiker,I hiked over 75 times last year and I believe Rocky should remain closed.Why?Because if you re-open it,people will come
particularly from out-of-state,and they will trash the park,as they have been doing for decades.Give the park a break.The trails are not wide
enough to maintain 6 feet.This means that the trails will be widened and the flora and fauna will be trampled on.This is already happening on
every other trail.If you do re-open it,you better post your Rangers along the trails because there are going to be a lot of problems.Of course,I
Rocky Mountain National Park realize that Estes is a tourist town,and keeping Rocky closed will affect the economy,but is it more important to shop and hike...or save a life'
5/12/2020 8:05 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Jules Marie Save Rocky and save lives.
I am in favor of reopening RMNP immediately.I live 3 miles from the Park,am a RN working full time at Estes Park Living Center(nursinc
home)and am willing to volunteer in ANY capacity on ALL my off days to help keep RMNP open.I will clean toilets,pick up garbage,assist the
public,ANYTHING you need.The people of our nation NEED access to Rocky's beauty,wildlife,fresh air,sunshine and exercise.I sincerely
Rocky Mountain National Park believe our Parks were conceived with such needs in mind.My address is 700 Summerset Lane Estes Park phone number 863-273-3991.
5/12/2020 8:10 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Nancy Boykin Please advise me how I can help,seriously.
Rocky Mountain National Park
5/12/2020 8:13 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Nailya Khametvalieva This is Notchtop Cafe.Please open the park
Rocky Mountain National Park
5/12/2020 820 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Steve Romero Please Reopen so we can social distance outdoors and get away from people in the cities
Rocky Mountain National Park Rocky Mountain National Park is a necessity to this town.If outdoor activity is still encouraged during this pandemic,then we need the national
5/12/2020 822 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Amber Scherer park to be open.An idea I have heard from a lot of people is to open the national park for people with an Estes Park address.
Rocky Mountain National Park I live 2 miles from the park so I can go and explore the park.Having the park closed makes it so that there are more people hiking trails that
5/12/2020 824 AM Reopening Visitor Access Shategy. John Grotenhuis aren't regulated and miss using those trails.
The opening of RMNP would be beneficial to many who use this time of year to relieve stress,to be out in nature,and typically do it alone or
with 1-2 other people.When most of us go out in the woods we do it for our soul.We do it to have a place we can think and exercise.Opening
the park would give hope to those who have been following the rules.Those who have been patiently waiting to get outdoors and into nature.
Rocky Mountain National Park We aren't meant to hide behind our walls.We were made to explore,discover,and breathe in the fresh mountain air.Please,open RMNP and
5/12/2020 825 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Heather Flaminio allow our souls to see hope in Colorado and allow us to begin searching for life among the trees once more!
We are a country based on freedom. Something that many have made the ultimate sacrifice for in order to insure it remains intact. Decision_=
made right now by the Board of Trustees are directly impacting our freedoms and our choices.
I would only ask that decisions you make moving forvvard consider these freedoms first and foremost. I have been a Deputy Sheriff for 24 year
and have worked through the Covid-19 situation without issue.I and my 100+coworkers did so by being reasonable about how we handle our
work as well as our home lives.
I understand that a virus can be deadly,as can many things in life.It is science. What you need to realize is that poverty is also deadly. If you
continue with these excessive measures your damage will be far more outreaching than you can imagine.
Let us choose how we want to live. If I don't want to go to a restaurant,then I won't.If I don't want to go to RMNP then I won't go. I implore yoi
5/12/2020 827 AM Other Matt Matusek to please let us choose.It is the USA
Please consider reopening the park in phases starting now,and immediately restore all camping/lodging reservations that were recentl�
ordered to cancel by recreation.gov and NPS for 2020
Suggested opening timeline:
PHASE 1:open RMNP now to residents of EP;and restore all park reservations ordered to cancel by NPS.
PHASE 2,(between Memorial Day weekend or beginning of June),open the park to residents of EP plus open ONLY to those COLORADO
residents who have pre-existing confirmed lodging reservations and camping reservations in park or town.
PHASE 3,summer or fall 202Q open to all Colorado residents.
PHASE 4,open to all states when deemed safe for interstate leisure/non-essential travel.
During phases 1-3 PPE and social distancing and hygiene rules apply(while bringing in some much needed revenue to the area.)
Rocky Mountain National Park Reservation and residency verification could be done at the main gate,while obeying similar social distancing guidelines to bank teller windows
5/12/2020 830 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Rose Edward Thank you.
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Home address:1047 Tranquil Lane.Business address: 900 Moraine Ave.
I am seriously concerned for the future of our town if the park does not reopen.What does the reserve fund look like?What if someone files a
lawsuit against the town and wins?I'm hearing rumblings of many municipalities having to declare bankruptcy.What if we DON'T have to be
amongthem?
Rocky Mountain National Park We are not now,nor have we ever been,a self sustaining community. This town exists because of tourism.It was born out of tourism,grew to
5/12/2020 8:32 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Cal&Holly Moore what it is from tourism,and without tourism it will cease to exist. Period. Those vying for peace and quiet may get more than bargained for.
Please consider opening up Rocky Mountain National Park as soon as possible.
We are full time residents and our physical and mental health is suffering due to not being able to get out and enjoy our park.I feel that you cai i
set up safe guidelines so that we can enjoy our surroundings.
We have already experienced the loss of business of$25,000 because of the shutdown of our vacation rentals.Now our guests for the late
summer months are ready to cancel if the park is not available for their enjoyment.This would be another$20,000.
Rocky Mountain National Park I am trusting you to have the skill to do this is a safe way for all of our enjoyment.
5/12/2020 8:38 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Dick and Liz Mulhern I know that this will take extra effort on your part,but we are all having to go above and beyond right now and hope you will join us!
Mayor and Trustees-
Why wait? With a vaccine not anticipated until late winter or early next spring,there isn't a tangible difference in risk between today and July,
August,or September. We have to either make the decision to close indefinitely,or reopen with the standards that have shown effective in
communities across the globe. Our systems have shown the ability to handle the hospitalized cases,new treatments are being researched
every day with increased efficacy,and business owners as well as the general public,are aware of the concerns and risks. We've seen
incredible strides taken by local business owners to both keep our citizens and visitors alike safe,in an effort to return our local economy and
Rocky Mountain National Park workforce back to a functional,viable state. The concern on the other end won't immediately show up this summer,iYll be the droves of
5/12/2020 8:41 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Peter Maxwell businesses and families facing ruin throughout next winter. Please responsibly reopen the Park,and we'll do our part!
Rocky Mountain National Park I would love to see RMNP re-open,even if they limited the number of visitors that enter at a time,such as X#of people leave X#people enter.
5/12/2020 8:45 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Ingrid Bush Also,I would support a time limit,such as each person is allowed 3 hours in the Park.
I implore you to reconsider what you're doing to the town I have spent summers in since 1984.Do not close the town to visitors-do no�
sacrifice the good people and businesses of Estes because of your fear.Make your decisions based on facts-not biased opinion based on
your fear.Law-abiding citizens are trying to survive while doing the"right thing"and staying closed,but the truth is they may never be able to
come back to business if they are shut down much longer.You will lose your tourism dollars that keep your town afloat and put so many good
people into poverty-all based on your fear.I ask for survival for the town I love and the good people who deserve a chance to survive and not
Rocky Mountain National Park be put into poverty based on your unneeded feac We're all sensible adults,let us make our choice to come safely,let them open their
5/12/2020 8:50 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Melissa Matusek businesses and the park safely and we will get through this together.
I would like to ask you to consider a few things
1.Relaxing on the mask outdoors order.
2.Opening RMNP,even if it means capping the number who can enter and closing down bussing in.I agree numbers should be limited at the
most popular spots,like bear lake for example.I would even be for only allowing Colorado residents,to curb large amounts of tourism if that is
part of the fear.
3.Open short term rentals.I believe this can be done in a safe and careful way and would lessen the economic impact to the city and the
individuals who own them.I personally believe short term rentals are safer than a hotel stay.I would even be for encouraging guests to pack in
their own food to limit exposure to our one and only grocery store.I would also be for allowing a certain number of days between bookings to
Rocky Mountain National Park allow time for additional cleaning and disinfecting.And I would also be for allowing on 50%of bookings,similar to what the hotels can currently
5/12/2020 8:54 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Kaye Kohler offer.
Rocky Mountain National Park
5/12/2020 8:55 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Karen Wallerius Please reopen now with strategies to protect the public and ensure their safety and that of the wildlife we so enjoy.
To the Estes Park Board
of Trustees and Rockv
Rocky Mountain National Park nnountain National
5/12/2020 8:57 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Amy Hamrick park.Pdf Please see my letter of support of a thoughtful reopening of Rocky Mountain National Park.
As a business owner,born-and-raised in Estes Park and now with my own family to raise here,I find it unfathomable that the park shoul<
remain closed through summer. Please open the park so that our town can survive. Require masks if you wish,restrict public transportation if
necessary,but please do not deny visitors and locals alike the hundreds of thousands of acres of wildemess. If the number of visitors at Lake
Estes over Mother's Day weekend was any indication people will continue to come to our beautiful town;IeYs give them a place to go. The
world has been living in fear and isolation for months;we have a very special National Park where people can go and feel free again,we must
share ourresource.
Rocky Mountain National Park Thank you for your consideration,
5/12/2020 9:02 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Ryan Banker Ryan Banker
Rocky Mountain National Park
5/12/2020 9:04 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Bo Williams Please put me on the list of those in favor of opening RMNP emediately.
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Rocky Mountain National Park I am wondering even if the park is to remained closed to the general public if special permits will be granted to small parties(such as 3)for
5/12/2020 9:11 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Susannah wedding elopements.
As a downtown business owner I feel that we are ready to have the park open.We are operating at about 25%of the sales volume compared t�
Rocky Mountain National Park 2019.We will not be able to sustain this sales volume for very much longer.I feel that the word on the street is that Estes Park is closed and wE
5/12/2020 9:11 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Ryan Oldham need to change that.Please open the park back up.
It is time to get the town of Estes Park open to visitors!I know that there are those that oppose opening up the town.My guess is that they are
not business owners and are living in Estes Park with outside resources and are financially secure.I feel that they have a hidden agenda and
want to have a quiet summer with no tourist s so they can enjoy"their town".But it is not really just our town since we happen to live near
Rocky Mountain National Park(that is not just for our enjoyment....it is for the enjoyment of everyone)If someone does not like the large amour
of tourists that living next to a National Park brings-they would probably be better off looking for a different community that doesn't have the
large swell of crowds.
I have heard people comment that they would really like to have the town all to themselves.I feel that they are using the COVID scare to do jus.
5/12/2020 9:18 AM Other Elizabeth Mulhern that.They don't realize that all of the amenities that they enjoy are because of tourism.
To Whom It May Concern,
As a taxpaying citizen,I am curious to understand the logic of keeping RMNP closed any longer.While I realize that this is a di�cult time for all
this virus is here and we must learn to adapt to it.We have taken the time to"flatten the curve",we have been educated as to what precautions
that need to be undertaken to prevent the spread(as well as mandates/fines to do so and for non compliance.)
The logic of keeping wide open spaces completely closed is unfounded.It is my perception that the wealthy/elite of this town want to control a
National Park that was created for ALL people.While I understand their fear,I believe it is an unfounded and irrational one,given the true
Rocky Mountain National Park numbers in complete context with this virus.I also believe that destroying the life blood of the town of Estes Park(tourist dollars)is selfish and
5/12/2020 926 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Janine Bowling arrogant.There are business owners that are suffering and they do not have the fat pensions to fall back on.Please open RMNP.
To the Estes Park Board of Trustees
I am the owner of Rocky Creek Lodge.Reservations of$55,550 have cancelled to date.I am on track to be$100,000+behind last year's
revenues.
Covid19 will be here whenever we open,but continued economic shut-down will guarantee that many of our businesses and working families
will not survive.IYs time to release the constraints on businesses and encourage those at high risk to self isolate for their own protection while
allowing businesses to operate and employees to return to work.RMNP should reopen ASAP.
Scientific studies show that fabric masks are NOT effective in stopping viral transmission.People constantly touch the masks,and thereafter
Rocky Mountain National Park contaminate everything they touch.We should remove masking requirements and instead provide hand sanitizer and reminders to avoid face
5/12/2020 930 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Patricia Deplazes touching and to stand back 6'when possible,allowing business to rebound,while reducing spread of Covid 19.
Rocky Mountain National Park I want to advocate for opening Rocky Mountain National Park as soon as safely possible.I also believe safety restrictions in light or COVID-19
5/12/2020 9:38 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Sonya Stephen are important and must be considered in the reopening.Thank you for your time.
Larimer County has done a good job of flattening the COVID-19 curve. New cases have decreased since the end of April and the fatality rate i:
approximately.005%which is lower then the fatality rate for the normal flu in Colorado which is.010%So now it's time for the town to stop
telling potential visitors to NOT COME TO ESTES PARK.
Because of the great job our country has done the general population know how to avoid getting COVID-19 by washing hands,physical
distancing,wearing a face covering,groups of 10 or less,etc. We need to trust the general public and encourage them to come to our town.
Commerce is happening all over the state within the same health guidelines we follow in Larimer County yet commerce is NOT HAPPENING in
Rocky Mountain National Park the vacation rental market which is my small business. We have loss$2030K to date and unless we are allowed to operate after May 26th we
5/12/2020 9:48 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Richard Mulhern could loss our only income. Please encorage the Park to open and allow us to operate...Thank You!
Please work with Rocky Mountain National Park representatives to encourage them to reopen the park as quickly as possible. I own two retai
stores downtown and the opening of the park will make a big difference in the number of visitors to town. Since reopening this past Friday,the
few customers entering our stores have all been wearing mask and have been very respectful.Some people have a problem with the mask
ordinance,but I think most visitors understand it is in place to keep everyone safer.
Rocky Mountain National Park We need to be sending a message that Estes Park is open for business. This devastating loss of income for our businesses is not sustainable
5/12/2020 9:53 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Ann Wilcocks for much longer.I fear many businesses will not make it if this continues.
Scientific studies do not support the general public wearing masks as a way to reduce hansmission of Covid 19.Pores in cotton quilting fabri<
(84 microns)are 500+x bigger than Covid 19 virus(.06-.14 microns)--akin to using a door 500+feet wide to stop a human.Add that people
constantly touch the masks,contaminating their hands and spreading any trapped virus to everything they touch.
It would be much more effective and less constraining to place hand sanitizer and reminders to clean hands,don't touch eyes/nose/mouth and
to stand back at regular intervals around town and inside businesses.
Those at risk can self-isolate and those that believe masks are helpful could still wear them.Stores that sell the treats that exemplify Estes Par4
conn�vlENrnRv�vlasks-for-to many,could resume a more normal level of business.
all for COVID-19 not
Rocky Mountain National Park based on sound data We cannot afford to continue the current depressed levels of commerce.We must encourage and welcome our guests to return to Estes Park,
5/12/2020 9:57 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Patricia Deplazes CIDRAP.html and ask that RMNP reopen immediately.
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As a long time visitor of RMNP and EP,I believe the park should be re-opened for day use to Colorado residents as soon as practical once the
park procedures are in place. This will allow a limited attendance initially,allowing EP businesses and park staff time to validate social
distancing procedures,before opening up to out of state and international park visitors,which bring added risk for virus transmission and
crowding. Once the community is comfortable with these initial opening procedures,I believe it makes sense to evaluate opening the park to a
domestic visitors as well as opening the campgrounds at some point after Memorial Day weekend.
This phased approach will allow for some level of increased traffic in town to support the business who are re-opening and encourage
Rocky Mountain National Park responsible outdoor recreation within the park. Keeping parks and outdoor spaces closed is just causing overcrowding in other areas for other
5/12/2020 10:00 AM Reopening Visitor Access Strategy. Darren Quinn land management agencies.
We own a vacation rental management business in Estes Park.Our annual forecast indicates that we will be down$200K in rents minimum vs
2019.
The trickle down effect locally includes losses to the housekeepers we contract,purchase of supplies&losses to locals who we contract to
maintain our homes.
We&the other homeowners that we represent have made a huge investment in Estes Park.The investment comes with mortgages,
maintenance,commercial utilities expense,property tax,insurance,Town permit fees etc.This is how we make our living&there is no
government relief for us since our business has no W2 employees.Can you please explain the logic of shuttering the rental homes in EP while
allowing the opening of hotels,cabin resorts,motels&the YMCA.This makes no sense when transitioning from stay at home to"safe"at home
logically people staying in EP are safer in homes.
5/12/2020 10:01 AM Other Mark and Sue Werder The closure of the RMNP is the final nail in the coffin for future reservations.Please open Rocky!
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From: bdmac1(a�comcast.net
Date: May 11, 2020 at 6:40:00 PM EDT
To: townclerk(c�estespark.com
Subject: Rocky Mountain National Park
Ms. Mayor and Estes Park Trustees,
I have been a resident of Estes Park for over thirty years, both full time and part time.
I have been a business owner for over twelve years.
Please allow Rocky Mountain National Park to open this year. The majority need to be heard, not those
putting our entire town and community in financial jeopardy. This is just not Acceptable. You are the
leaders. It's time to move forward and Lead for everyone in our Valley.
Please open the Park and Welcome it's visitors. If not it will be detrimental to our community for many years.
Kindly,
Donna MacTavish
The closure of Rocky Mountain National Park
Lois Smith <Imsmith36@msn.com> Mon, May 11, 6:21 PM (16 hours
ago)
I live in northern Colorado and lived in Estes Park as a college student. Fifty plus years later, I still have a soft
spot in my heart for the town and community. Tourism is an essential part. I do know, however, that
restrictions must be made to keep everyone safe from COVID-19. I would recommend that only parts of the
park be open and numbers controlled. As far as Estes Park goes, masks should be required in businesses, a
small number in each store as well as curb service for food establishments.
Thank you,
Lois Smith
Ault, CO
RMNP-suggestion for reopening strategy from a public health nurse
Kristina Burchett <kristinajarmstrong@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 6:23 PM (16 hours
ago)
City of Estes/RMNP:
I am writing to express my hopes that RMNP will soon reopen its campgrounds. My family has been planning
a camping trip for mid-June since last December, as the reservations are so hard to book that I actually had to
sent an alarm in December to get on and book a campsite exactly 6 months ahead of time (the soonest
reservations open up) and have been counting down the days since.
I am a public health nurse in Oklahoma. I know COVID19 and the risks that come along with it. However,
camping is not a high risk setting! We will be with our family unit, out in the open air.
My hope is that the park will begin is phased reopening by only allowing in visitors with a confirmed camping
reservation. Each camp site has a max of 8 guests. They can show the confirmation to gain entrance to the
park. That would allow the park to ensure a limited number of visitors to maintain a low enough number for
adequate social distancing. It would bring in enough revenue for struggling local small business, but also
prevent a surge of unpredictable numbers flooding the park. Please, consider this as a strategy for phased
reopening. You can control the numbers!!! You can control the influx, allow the small businesses to begin
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recuperating, and allow families that value your home so much that they plan a year in advance to enjoy the
beauty that surpasses any I have ever seen before.
Sincerely,
Kristina Burchett
Please open RMNP
Mike <page.inferno@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 6:23 PM (16 hours
ago)
Please consider opening Rocky Mountain National Park. I know in these uncertain times decisions are under a
microscope but with RMNP being the biggest attraction for visitors to come to the area, businesses rely on
short term lodging and visitors as the life of their business. To keep RMNP closed when short term lodging
opens on May 26th will continue to impact the local economy negatively.
Sincerely
Mike page
Sent from my iPhone
Open up the park
Madison Ming <faithdancer94@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 6:27 PM (16 hours
ago)
To Whom it May Concern,
My family has multiple trips planned to hike in Rocky Mountain National Park for this year. One has already
been cancelled due to the park being closed. We would love for it to open up as soon as possible. The land
belongs to the people and being in the great outdoors is a fantastic way to practice social distancing. Thanks
for your time and concern.
Madison
Open RMNP help or local economy
Allee Page <mpalpage@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 6:28 PM (16 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern please give a voice to those that can not attend the meeting to open RMNP. Our
business depend on this to stay open and not close our doors for good
Thank you
MP
Please Re Open RMNP
Tahnee Wydra <tahneewydra213@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 6:31 PM (16 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern,
I am writing on behalf of a plea from Estes business owners to please re open the park. I lived in Estes from
age 14 to 25 and know the town survives on visitors. Keep the face mask, 6 ft away in place when entering
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businesses and only have a certain amount of people in stores. Maybe you could even limit the amount of
people you let in the park.
Thank you for your consideration,
Tahnee Wydra
RMNP Reopening
Lydia Wiley <Ijwiley@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 6:31 PM (16 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern,
I understand that we live in very fluid times in our world with the arrival of Covid-19. I appreciate your concern
wrestling with the safety of the residents and wellbeing of the businesses of Estes Park. As a former Colorado resident
and now frequent tourist, I think it is in the best interest to open Rocky Mountain National Park to some degree for the
sake of the businesses of Estes Park. RMNP holds a dear place in my heart and Estes is the gateway to that
Park. Keeping the Park closed for the upcoming season, will be damaging to many if not all businesses as tourists will
not be as likely to make the trip. People and money will go elsewhere. I,for one, have several tentative trips planned to
Estes Park and would love to be able to enjoy that trip to its fullest by visiting Rocky Mountain National Park as well as
shop at my favorite stores.
I sincerely hope that Rocky Mountain National Park will open for the upcoming season for the sake of the businesses of
Estes Park and for tourists such as myself to enjoy the beauty it has to offer.
Sincerely,
Lydia Wiley
Gary Dougherty/re: desire to open RMNP
Gary Dougherty <doughertygary1@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 6:34 PM (16 hours
ago)
I won't go thru all the reasons, but I am urging authorities to please open RMNP as soon as possible.
Regards,
Dr. Gary Dougherty, property owners, EP 80517
Traveler
Patrick Cruz <patrickcru@msn.com> Mon, May 11, 6:35 PM (16 hours
ago)
to me
Open the national park and keep the town open.
Please open park
treppp1 . <trepppatrick@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 6:46 PM (16 hours
ago)
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RMNP needs to open this year. It is the 3rd most seen park and i for one thinks it needs to open for what the
money that will give the town of Estes Park what it really needs. People in this town need that money to stay
and to make sure the shops will always be around.. Please make a stand to keep the Park Opened..
Thank you..
Patrick Trepp
Please open RMNP!
Helen Harper <helenscell@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 6:48 PM (16 hours
ago)
Hi!
If you have any influence in this matter, please open Rocky Mountain National Park. People need the fresh air,
and there are few things as wonderful for the human spirit as the mountains!
Encourage people to wash their hands, and let us get back to living!
Helen
Re: Opening RMNP
Charlene Bailey <cbaileyofc@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 6:49 PM (16 hours
ago)
To: Estes Park Town Clerk
We are writing today in hopes of being able to continue a tradition that has passed down for well over 50 years,
from generation to generation, in our family. We are concerned that there is talk of limited access to RMNP
for the 2020 season.
Interaction between people and our country's National parks is integral to sustaining a balance between hard
work and leisure time which so many have come to know and appreciate.
Quick research reveals that nearly 4.7 million visitors enjoyed RMNP and services last year. There is a lot to
be said about how beneficial and healthy the fresh mountain air is to the health and spiritual well-being of
individuals locally, as well as travelers from near and far. Those statistics bear that out.
Many businesses will not be able to survive if the park is not allowed to open and this will, in turn, affect the
overall economic health of Estes Park and its residents, the long term effect of which could be
devastating. While we do not live in Estes Park we care about her people, many of whom we've come to know
and love.
We have no doubt that local businesses are taking very seriously the necessary precautions, under proper
guidance, to prepare for the 2020 tourist season while at the same time ensuring the health and safety of local
residents, visitors and their staffs.
We do not underestimate the seriousness of the situation at hand due to Covid-19, but we also believe that
people should be given a chance to live up to any guidelines that are put into place for reopening our great
American society.
We urge you to open RMNP in the very near future to allow the family traditions of many families, like ours, to
continue.
We thank you for your time and consideration of our request and await critical decisions that will affect the
Estes Park community for years to come.
Sincerely,
Lonnie and Charlene Bailey
Topeka, Kansas
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RMNP
Jodi Stark <starknbeck@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 6:52 PM (16 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern,
I know there is much to take into consideration when it comes to opening RMNP. I completely agree it's
nothing to be taken lightly.
With that said, the country is used to the safety precautions and I don't feel like anyone wants to put your town
or it's residents in any danger. People are usually pretty smart, we know what to do and what not to do.
Personally, we come to Estes 3 times a year with our lengthy stay of 2 weeks in late July. It's our dream all
year long. Knowing this and the threats of illness, we know how to take care of ourselves as well as know how
to protect anyone we contact (by staying away and following distance rules). We have been staying home
since early March to avoid any contact.
From what I read, this is the mindset of all who live and work to be able to travel there. Nobody wants to hurt or
overwhelm the town. People can be decent. There has to be a happy compromise.
I understand the town is majority of senior folks, WE are also senior folks. We and many just like us do not take
this lightly and we want our Mountain town to stay well and and to prosper.
Please figure something to open!
As always, we remain counting the days till we can refresh our souls.
Sincerely,
Jodi and Larry Beck
National Park
Dee Dougherty <dougherty.dee@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 6:53 PM (16 hours
ago)
The national park should definitely be open for everyone to enjoy God's beautiful creation and to breathe fresh
air.. it seems ridiculous that it is closed to the public.
Regards,
Dee Kjeldgaard Dougherty
Property owner since early 1940's
Yes Absolutely Open RMNP
Michael J Aldrich <aldrichmj@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 6:54 PM (16 hours
ago)
Dear Town Board Members,
It is clear to me that you have the Town of Estes best interests in mind, hence serving on the town board. It is
also clear to me that your decisions need to be based of facts and research not based on personal agendas or
fears. You must make quality decisions that benefit the whole community... What is best for the majority of the
citizens. This also should include the entire Estes Valley and our visitors. This is not a time to cower to the
minority that are fearful or at risk. Assisting those people is a separate issue that needs to be addressed, but
not at the expense of the majority.
It is my opinion that opening Estes Park and the RMNP is necessary for our economy and the citizens of the
valley.
Be Courageous,
You've got this.
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National Park Opening
Nathan Reinertsen <nrein232@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 7:00 PM (16 hours
ago)
Hello Town Board,
I was recently made aware that you were interested in comment on reopening the national park. I work locally
and therefore am relying on people coming to the park. I would urge you to use all appropriate caution and
open the park.
Thank you for reading this.
Nathan
RMNP
Sylvia Schroeder <schrodeo@cox.net> Mon, May 11, 7:01 PM (16 hours
ago)
Please open the park for this season. I've already booked 2 weeks in an Estes Park cottage. I plan to purchase
a yearly pass in June as I also visit the park all summer long from other locations.
Rocky Mountain National Park
Ed Buglewicz <eb4872@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 7:02 PM (16 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern,
I'm writing on behalf of all the hardworking folks who make their living in Estes Park. RMNP is a huge draw
bringing visitors to the entire area in turn providing a financial livelihood to these fine families.
I've had family that has lived in the Granby area and have enjoyed Rocky Mountain National Park for years.
Please open the Park so that others can enjoy it's beauty as well as providing financial support for Estes Park
and the other surrounding communities that have been hit so hard by Covid 19.
I appreciate your thoughtful consideration,
Ed
Re-opening Rocky Mountain National Park
Theresa Sloboth <tms729@aol.com> Mon, May 11, 7:05 PM (16 hours
ago)
Dear Town Clerk,
It has come to our attention that Rocky Mountain National Park is to remain closed indefinitely. While the
health and well being of the citizens of Colorado and the tourists is of utmost importance, it is equally important
that the associated businesses have the opportunity to reopen during this upcoming summer season.
Without the park guests, many businesses in Estes Park in particular, will be unable to pay their expenses
and their employees which will cause some to close and significant personal and economic hardship. We
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understand it's a difficult decision but safely opening RMNP is critical to the future survival of many businesses
and peoples lives.
Thank you for your consideration,
Dan & Theresa Sloboth
Opening of RMNP and the town of Estes
Russell Lucas <honeyman970@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 7:07 PM (16 hours
ago)
If so many cities and towns in different states across the country are open now then why wouldn't you open
Estes park and rmnp . If you don't you are going to devastate a lot of small business owners and there families.
Please open up
Sincerely
Russell Lucas
RMNP
Michelle Hurni <michellehurni@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 7:08 PM (16 hours
ago)
Please understand how important it is for Rocky Mountain National Park to open. We all understand there are
risks involved, however, we also cannot continue this closure indefinitely, or even through park of the summer.
Estes Park survives on tourists and people in this town are suffering. Personally, I have two businesses in
town. One was completely shut down and I have had zero income for over 45 days. The other business is
operating at a bare minimum because the town has sent the message to our guests, 2nd home owners, and
even residents who were out of town when the state shutdown that they are not welcome here thanks to
messages our town trustees have sent out.
The Coronavirus is not the only killer. Families need paychecks. They need to be able to feed their families.
They need to be able to pay their rent and their mortgages. Other parks have opened successfully, why can't
RMNP?
RMNP is an outdoor area and a public land. The outdoors is the best place for people to be during times of
virus. Other public lands in the area have been used throughout this shutdown.
Yes, we all understand there is a risk involved. Yes, we understand there will be tourists here in droves. We
also understand that the risk is relatively low (less than .33% of people in the entire state of Colorado have
tested positive for Covid-19).
Have some empathy for the people in Estes Park who want to reopen and survive.
Ta ke ca re,
Michelle Hurni
Home owner in Estes Park for over 25 years
Open Rocky Mountain National Park
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Hank Ingles <rjquidmo@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 7:10 PM (16 hours
ago)
To Whom It May Concern:
I write to express concern that the Town of Estes Park may not support the re-opening of
Rocky Mountain National Park. I understand the seriousness of the decision you face.Yes -- an
easy solution is to continue the closure of the Park and the policy of encouraging visitors to stay away. I strongly urge
you to reconsider this policy.
As the son of a former Estes Park businesswoman—owner of a business on Elkhorn for over 12 years— I thoroughly
understand the flow of tourists to and through the village to be vital to its economic survival. Also, as a summer
employee of the original owner/builder and operator of National Forest Tours, I am aware of the necessity of tourists
visiting Estes to ensure the viability of a local business.
Please—do not be short sited and attempt to guarantee the 'health' of the village and in so doing kill the goose that lays
the golden eggs. Without a flow of visitors, businesses will be unable to pay local folks who rely on the tourist economy
for their bread and butter. We are indeed living in a difficult and unpleasant time--- but Estes has for years offered an
escape and an opportunity for joy and happiness. What better time for Estes to step forward—and with proper safe-
guards—offer individuals suffering through this unpleasantness—a breath of joy and a smile?
Please—do not take any action to limit the access of tourists to Estes Park. The life of the village depends on your
actions.
James Ingles
RMNP
Melanie Eber <jente@q.com> Mon, May 11, 7:12 PM (16 hours
ago)
to me
Please do not close the park this summer. I live in Westminster and we drive up to the park about every two or
three weekends in the summer to just sit and chill. If the golf courses can open I don't see why the park must
stay closed. I don't believe Estes Park will survive if the park is closed.
Melanie Eber
Open Rocky Mountain National Park
Judy Friar <jjfriar2@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 7:14 PM (16 hours
ago)
Rocky Mountain National Park needs to be open! It is a national park and should not be kept from the
public. If people choose to go they should be allowed to go. Businesses NEED the parks to be open to be
able to continue. Tax payers pay for the upkeep and maintenance of the park. It should be open for their use!
Sincerely,
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A Taxpayer
Supporting the opening of RMNP
Ron Funderburke <ron.funderburke@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 7:16 PM (16 hours
ago)
Greetings Estes Park,
I understand that the town will discuss the recommendation to reopen Rocky Mountain National Park or keep
the park closed for the summer months. I know that's a heavy decision, weighing factors that I cannot entirely
fathom.
I would like to represent one line of thinking on the issue for your consideration. In a typical summer, I work
and train guides to work in RMNP. Together, we teach hundreds of students every summer. Keeping the park
closed will deprive us of work, it will deprive our students of a valuable classroom, and it will deprive the local
economy of lodging and dining customers.
We appreciate the health concerns associated with visitors, but we're confident that we can educate our
students to protect themselves and locals with the conscientious use of masks, gloves, and restrained
interactions with locals.
Thank you for your consideration and good luck with this difficult choice.
Ron Funderburke
Director of Education
Colorado Mountain School
AMGA Certified Rock Guide
AMGA Certified Alpine Guide
RMNP
Jan8�Carolyn Evans Mon, May 11, 7:16 PM (16 hours
ago)
My husband and I are writing to encourage the Town of Estes Park to open Rocky Mountain National Park
now. Our business community is on the verge of collapse. It can not withstand a continued closure.
Jan and Carolyn Evans
RMNP opening
Nicole Cousineau <cousfam@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 7:17 PM (16 hours
ago)
To the Town Board,
Please use any influence you have to open RMNP. The park needs to open so that our businesses can stay
open and families can pay bills. We need to care about people's health while also supporting our economy, so
that we don't further destroy peoples lives.
Nicole Cousineau
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open mountain national park
page watson <pagenona@msn.com> Mon, May 11, 7:18 PM (16 hours
ago)
We strongly support opening rocky mountain national park.
Without the park open estes park will soon suffer a financial meltdown.
Page and Nona Watson, estes park, co.
Park opening
Wes Moore Mon, May 11, 7:21 PM (16 hours
ago)
I support opening the park immediately!
Wes Moore
Re-opening of RMNP
Sarah Westerheide <sdw53@att.net> Mon, May 11, 7:22 PM (15 hours
ago)
Hello -
We are writing this email in support of the re-opening of Rocky Mountain National Park.
We first would like to say that we are homeowners in Estes Park, and we are fully understanding of the wish to
keep exposure to Covid-19 to a minimum in Estes Park.
We were drawn to the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park and to the family friendliness of the town some
30 years ago. It has been our family's vacation spot since then and was the reason we chose to make a
considerable investment in the community. We now have family and friends come each year and contribute to
the economy of the Estes Park. All that is to say that the economic structure of Estes Park is based
considerably on Rocky Mountain National Park and the revenue it brings to town, not the other way around.
For over 100 years the economy of Estes Park has been based on tourism. It pays the bills of the residents
and the bills of the city. If the national park is not re-opened in a reasonable amount of time, Estes Park
businesses will have few choices. And it won't affect just the tourist based businesses, but all the supporting
businesses as well. However, if the park is opened, businesses will have choices on how to handle customer
visits and how they wish to mitigate chances of the spread of Covid-19. These types of decisions are being
made all over the country.
RMNP is a national park and is there for all the citizens of the United States not just a small group. While it is
extremely important to protect the health of the residents of Estes Park, it is even more important to protect the
health of the town itself. We hope that you will consider favorably the re-opening of RMNP in the near future
so everyone can begin to make plans that will address the health and safety of all.
Sincerely yours,
Chuck and Sarah Westerheide
Opening of Rocky Mountain National Park
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Ken Adair, Bradshaw Cottages Mon, May 11, 7:23 PM (15 hours
ago)
Dear Town Clerk:
As the owners of one of the oldest businesses in Estes Park, Bradshaw Cottages on East Riverside Drive, we know the
many obstacles we face in a seasonal tourist town. We choose to do so because we love the Town of Estes Park,the
Rocky Mountain National Park, and the visitors of each.
Please open the Rocky Mountain National Park now. We cannot continue to operate with our hands tied behind our
backs. We need tourists in this town and the Park to survive.
Please open the RMNP now!
Thank you,
Ken &June Adair
Bradshaw Cottages
Open the Park and Revise Mask Ordinance, Stop enforcement - Estes is Open
David Bard Mon, May 11, 7:24 PM (15 hours
ago)
There is a large group of families, business owners and concerned citizens who are very concerned about
putting food on the table and paying their bills. We are beginning to organize as a cohesive group in order to
help town administration understand better the ramifications of their decisions. As it stands now, I really don't
see many downtown business owners' interests being represented by the Board. Decisions seem to be made
without understanding how those decisions affect others. Some say it's best to "do something" - it's really not.
Doing something just for the sake of doing it, without sound, updated science to support does more harm than
good - and we're seeing those results now. Businesses cannot afford to pay bills. Stimulus checks - if they are
even received - cover a small amount of fixed costs for a short period of time. But there are many additional
costs that we struggle to cover each week. I cannot even fathom how some restaurants are surviving with their
overheads and margins already so thin. People need to feed their families. We want to work hard to do this -
as opposed to taking handouts from the government.
I am a military veteran. I was a Navy Corpsman who served with a Marine corps recon unit. And after 9/11, I
was a Army combat medic. I've had hours of personal protection equipment training. I can tell you,cloth masks
and bandannas do nothing except make the wearer feel good - and quite frankly, can do more harm. The
science is there for people to see if they take a little personal responsibility and look at the many sources
available to all of us. BUT... again, the wearing of a mask IS a personal choice and each person has the ability
to choose how they wish to protect themselves and their family. That said, I believe all face covering
ordinances should be advisory and optional. Wearing of the covering in the open air is, in my opinion, contrary
to science-based fact. Make the ordinance voluntary.
Furthermore, heavy-handed enforcement by the police drives people from Estes. Let the police do what they
do best and not enforce face-covering mandates. I won't even get into the constitutional aspect of this as that
will be played out in the courts soon enough. For now, how about removing the outdoor mandate and perhaps
most importantly, quit expecting business owners to enforce it. We are not enforcers. My daughter was told to
"F-off" for asking someone to please wear a mask the first day we re-opened. After that, I refuse to place her
life, and possibly mine, in danger. I will not enforce. I expect adults to be adults and if you are not wearing a
mask, I'm sure there is a reason for that.
One person at the rally in Estes Park this past weekend is originally from Russia. She told me she left there
because there are few freedoms and of course, massive government overreach. She said she sees much of
what she left there now occurring here in the USA.
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The small, friendly rally that saw all participants and the police who were monitoring behave in a civil and
profession manner, will continue to grow in size and volume should our administration not recognize the harm
they do with quick decision making. I will say, as a new business owner, there seems much more that we can
do as we come together with the Chamber to make our collective voices heard. Our requests are quite simple.
1. Revise the ordinance to reflect optional outside. 2. Take the burden of enforcement off business owners
(there seems to be a private property issue here as well - once inside the store that is private property - again,
the courts will decide I'm sure). 3. Advocate for the complete reopening of Rocky Mountain National Park.
Anything less I am sure will invite more protests and many, many more people as RMNP belongs to all
Americans, and not just Estes Park.
And I cannot state this any better than our Chamber has: Commerce is happening all over the state within the
same health guidelines we follow in Larimer County. Commerce is not happening in Estes Park because the
town is asking people to stay away. Paychecks feed families; the business community and the people we
employ will be heard. Should we feel we are not being heard, more protest will follow in even larger numbers,
from all over Colorado.
With respect,
David Bard
RMNP
Carolyn Wills <revs2003@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 7:27 PM (15 hours
ago)
to me
Please open it for
the sake of our local businesses!
Carolyn Wills
Please open Estes Park
John D <jrd14er@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 7:48 PM (15 hours
ago)
I'd like to go to Estes Park again this year with my family, and recommend many others to go too.
I understand EP has closed and/or requires masks. Since masks are unhealthy for many of us that eliminates
CO as we look for a good place to visit.
The so-called stay at home orders have also undesired outcomes. 66% of the hospitalizations in NYC were
from stay at home individuals.
So everyone needs to get outside for their vitamin D and exercise. But what is even more important now is the
economy. Otherwise we'll all experience a depression and that's a horrific period no one should ever taste.
Please consider all the business owners in Estes Park and their sacrifices as well as their employees. The very
real tragedy is being closed and all the repercussions for the well being of every person associated with the
area.
God bless.
John Dunbar
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Re-Open Estes Park
Inbox x
Candace Fouts Mon, May 11, 7:50 PM (15 hours
ago)
Town Trustees,
As a business owner I highly recommend Rocky Mountain NationalPark be re-opened ASAP in order for our
businesses to survive. The closure happened at a time we all had been to market buying for our summer
season. Most of us have already received merchandise and rely on the Memorial Day traffic to begin paying for
our summer merchandise.
I truly understand the importance of the Larimer County health department and the concerned citizens of Estes
Park. I don't know of a business owner that isn't following the guidelines and I personally haven't had any
customers reject the rules. We plea for help as a business community that have been through fires, floods and
still love our summer tourists that make it possible for us to live in this community.
Thank you for your consideration to re-open RMNP and unite the town of Estes Park for out guest .
Sincerely
Candace Lyles
Wynbrier LTD Wildlife Gallery
And
Wynbrier Home
Opening the Park
Mark Lee <knmlee@mac.com> Mon, May 11, 7:53 PM (15 hours
ago)
To Whom it May Concern;
Is there any question that the park needs to be open? The park is THE industry in this town. Without it, there
are fewer sales of everything this town markets. That means less revenue for those who own businesses. It
means less tax revenue for the TOWN. It's a no brainer to reopen. This disease will spread, with or without
visitors. A huge percentage of us will catch it before there is a vaccine. Keeping the park closed may delay
that, but it won't change it. Time to reopen.
Karen Lee, R.N.
RMNP
Debbie Hughes <hughesdebbie83@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 7:53 PM (15 hours
ago)
To whom it my concern:
I am writing as a concerned landowner. My family has owned land in the Estes area for over fifty years.i
understand your board will be making a decision of the opening of entrances to RMNP. I feel this is so
necessary for the town of Estes Park. Their businesses thrive on tourists. I realize our country is experiencing
a tragic pandemic. This has been such a hardship on so many. But, I can think of nothing better for our
country than to let people be outdoors and enjoy the beauty of Colorado. Not only would it be helping citizens
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cope with the circumstances, but it would help your community survive!!! Please open the park!!!
Debbie Hughes
Colorado
d.schreiner@bresnan.net Mon, May 11, 7:53 PM (15 hours
ago)
to me
Have you thought about opening up your town and RMNP to Colorado residents only.
Open Park
Emily Vondran <emilyvondran@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 7:57 PM (15 hours
ago)
To Whom It May Concern,
I know you are considering the reopening of Rocky Mountain National Park. As a concerned citizen and
frequent visitor to the park and Estes Park, I encourage you to reopen the park. The continued closure of the
park will adversely affect the economy of Estes Park.
Thank you kindly,
Emily Vondran
Open RMNP
Janice Foley <edJan48@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 8:01 PM (15 hours
ago)
Please do not consider keeping RMNP and Estes Park closed until next year. Other National Parks have
already opened back up. Please do not keep this one closed. So many families depend on tourism income
from this beautiful park.
Closure of Estes Park
TRAVIS <rmdfence@comcast.net> Mon, May 11, 8:05 PM (15 hours
ago)
To Whom it May Concern:
I am very concerned that the Town of Estes Park is considering closing the Town and Park for the rest of the
year. This will hurt so many poeple and businesses in Northern Colorado who depend on the traffic and
tourism that Estes Park generates during the summer season. You are not just considering what's right for the
Town of Estes Park but you also making decisions for every person and business that depend on Estes Park's
tourism. Your decision will effect communities from Denver to Fort Collins.
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I believe a shut down of Estes Park will cause other businesses to shut down and will forever change your
town. Businesses will not come back, due to your decision. Businesses may consider bringing Irgal action
against the town.
I hope you make the right decision.
Thank you for taking the time to read my email.
Travis Kerns
RMNP/vote open
Ona Babiciute <ona.babiciute@icloud.com> Mon, May 11, 8:05 PM (15 hours
ago)
I am EP resident and my vote goes for opening the RMNP.
Thank you,
Ona Babiciute Rojas
RMNP
Kent Bosch <kentbosch@q.com> Mon, May 11, 8:08 PM (15 hours
ago)
Outdoor activity is an essential heath requirement. The park needs to open. State parks are opening. Other
state parks are opening. We have a right to use OUR parks. The town is drowning as it is with ridiculous ,
overbearing restrictions. People need to work. Businesses need to operate. Over cautious, paranoid leaders
to open their eyes and do the right thing. They need to be leaders. They need to respect the needs of the
silent majority. Do the right thing. Open the town. Open the park.
Kent Bosch
Estes Park
Sent from my iPhone
Subject: Open RMNP, and reconsider your processes
To: <trusteesCa�estes.ora>, <tmachalek(a�estes.ora>
Trustees,
This weekend I watched a police officer kindly ask a family to don face masks, and they retreated to their car and
departed. I watched it happen twice in 5 minutes.Their welcome to Estes Park didn't go well.
Each day at our store, we field about 6 calls or emails asking if Estes Park is"Open Yet?"
Whether or not you admit that the dramatic ordinance and public statements have portrayed Estes Park as closed or
unwelcome to visitors,that impression has been successful.
I realize that the decision to open RMNP is not yours, and Superintendent Sidles likely has a prepared plan and
statement for the board meeting, so my words may be without any impact. However, as our local leaders say they are
working furiously to 'keep us safe', even though the default should be OPEN,there are stakeholders and taxpayers
begging for the gates to be unlocked. Add my name demanding that you open Rocky Mountain National Park yesterday,
please!
Unfortunately, I think, the debut of our new town leadership started with that abrupt meeting on Friday to enact a mask
ordinance by the weekend, showing the new leadership power and style-which was enough to draw protesters into the
streets and start arguments in the grocery store. Ironically, the actual effectiveness of masks in public are so poor,which
is clear after just a few minutes observing local behavior:wearing them low, around the neck, constant adjustment, on
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and off for this or that.Tom Gonzales told us not to wear them if it created more face touching, and he is our County
Health Director. We are to trust Wendy, Carly, Marie, Patrick, Ken, Barbara and Cindy more than Mr Gonzales because,
they are Trustees?There is a problem with this process, and I have yet to hear any acknowledgement that things could
have been handled differently-except for Dr Marie Cenac, who has consistently called out procedural concerns which
were indeed real,yet they were quickly dismissed.
COVID symptoms have been evident in Estes since December, and is not an emergency threat as you would have us
believe.The perceived emergency came from a delay in action,then a surge of government behavior which was an easy
wave to catch. On the other end, it will not go away suddenly,there is no silver bullet coming, and if you have not been
exposed to this virus you have been living in a bubble, actually.You have or you will, but neither means you will die, and
any resident could make the choice for themselves to isolate from others to any degree.That does not translate into
placing rules upon the entire community to protect a perceived threat from affecting those with free will to choose how
they will interact with the world. Our towns response to COVID feels like you anticipate seeing the virus coming up
highway 36, plan to deflect it with a road block,then get back to the business of debating bears rights. Is that really so
far from the truth?
Early decisions of the town have been well intentioned, but maintainin�an emer�encv state of rule makin�and meetin�
isolation are no lon�er iustified.Tonight,you will even consider re-introducing last years campaign to convert Elkhorn
Ave into a pedestrian mall, under the umbrella of the COVID emergency- For Public Safety-which is a mad grasp by the
TAB, in order not to let this crisis go to waste.
Finally, what you do with my letter, and any others which have been presented by your constituents on either side of an
issue is important.The keystone of public participation in rule making and your governing is hearing the voices of the
people. Collecting a bunch of emails, letters and phone calls into a stack'for review' before the meeting isn't enough.
Take the time to read each letter aloud in the meetin�for all to hear at the same time, and don't set them aside in
exchange for a 'consensus summary'.You have made a choice to isolate the public from this process which likely relieves
the pressure you should emotionally feel while representing those people.That isolation could be overcome by an
elected group who was interested in the voices of their community, because doing things 'the safe way' as you have
been instructed is a cop out. Innovate! Utilize the generous square footage of the normally quiet event center to hold a
public meeting with room to spread out and plexiglass shields if you need that to feel safe; set up the new mobile stage
at the rodeo grandstands to shelter the trustees in the arena while the public speaks in order... Want to make headlines
for doing things right? Put the people first and prioritize your efforts to be effective leaders after considering all the
information, including your constituents voices.After watching your comments from the emergency meeting, I'd ask
that you please do a better job pretending to speak spontaneously when you read a statement you wrote before the
meeting, which will at least give the impression you listened before making a decision. The new policy for public
participation is a step forward, but leaves the responsibility for a good internet connection,with the privilege and
responsibility of participating in the hands of the taxpayer. You can do better than this.
This entire process has rattled me. I am discouraged by your fumbling and refusal to take any responsibility for some
poor decisions; I am embarrassed that I, and other Americans have become compliant softies who can be crippled by the
fear you helped deliver, based on... well,you have never cited a source for your decisions, or data points that guide your
process or milestone standards. WE can do better, and I will commit to being much more engaged in the community in
which I have everything at stake in, as I work every day in Estes Park, collecting the money which funds the decisions you
m a ke.
I appreciate your service, and hope that tomorrow will bring some hope in the future of our community as you consider
making common sense adjustments to the mask ordinance, and how you govern this town.
Respectfully,
Mark Igel
RE: Opening
Mountain Blown Glass Mon, May 11, 8:15 PM (15 hours
ago)
Hi,
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We have the store Mountain Blown Glass and would like the town to re-open with out all the regulations it has
in place. We as people know the right thing to do and we do not need the Town of Estes Park telling us what
is right or wrong in this situation. We need the National Park to open up so The Town of Estes Park has
revenue to pay all of it's employee's and for the stores to be able to pay their employee's.
Thank you ,
Dave & Jodi Clifton
Mountain Blown Glass
Open the National Park
Betsy Tallman <mountaincabincreations@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 8:20 PM (15 hours
ago)
I want to ask that you please open Rocky Mountain National Park. It is a valuable resource for the town of
Estes Park, both for the local citizens who use it for recreation and relaxation, but also for visitors who bring
income into the town. Many small business owners are struggling to keep their businesses and keeping the
National Park closed will continue to negatively impact those businesses, and eventually deplete the town's
source of tax revenue. Opening the park will allow visitors to bring income to those businesses and help
families who are struggling financially during this time. I believe with many of the mandates put into place
regarding social distancing, cleaning recommendations for hotels, and pick-up at restaurants, the opening of
the park will not cause a surge in the number of COVID-19 cases in Estes.
Thank you,
Betsy Tallman
Please open RMNP
Dr. Jill & Dr. Grant Spencer Family Mon, May 11, 8:23 PM (15 hours
Chiropractic <spencerfamilychiropractic@yahoo.com> ago)
Dear town clerk (aka Jackie Williamson),
It has come to my attention that many locals have been writing in, opposed to RMNP opening soon. As a
business owner, not in retail but dependent upon the owners, opening the park would help to facilitate
stimulation to our local businesses, who although open, are not receiving the park visitor numbers.
I encourage the decision makers to listen to heartbeat of the town and allow the park to reopen; not doing so
will pose a threat to our small mountain town and it's livelihood.
Sincerely,
Dr. Jill Spencer
RMNP
Gary Siler <silergary1@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 8:25 PM (15 hours
ago)
As a seasonal home owner for over 20 years, and a visitor for over 40, I as many know of the beauty and
special role that the park plays in our lives. Please open! Families all over the country rely on this
spectacular destination to not only give them recreation, but refill their soul. If there is ever a time we need to
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"visit the mountains" it is now.
Please consider my/our request.
Gary L. Siler
Resident McGregor Ranch
Board Member YMCA of the ROCKIES
Open RMNP
Kris Dawley <KrisDawley@msn.com> Mon, May 11, 8:29 PM (15 hours
ago)
Town Council,
I am requesting that you please support the opening of RMNP.
There has been much discussion on what the proper health and safety response should be to Covid 19 and unfortunately
we are not giving due consideration to what the negative impacts are to our general population. We have over 30
million unemployed in the US due to the restrictions and countless large and small business filing for bankruptcy. These
are real people with names and faces who have lost their jobs, businesses and now cannot pay their rent or mortgages
and in some cases may lose their life savings and even end up homeless.
Here in Estes Park we have a duty to protect all our citizens and this has to be a holistic conversation. Keeping the
RMNP closed among other restrictions will continue the kill the livelihood of many of our local business owners who call
Estes home. We need to move beyond the overly simplistic open vs closed conversation and start opening our town and
our businesses safely. Own town relies on tourism so yes this means we need to start opening the doors for the tourists
and locals to support our local businesses.
I understand that we have a large "at risk" population but we can open the Park and the Town for business without
unduly jeopardizing their health. For those that are at higher risk they should take additional precautions and may want
to continue to stay away from busy public areas. But this can be done while we restore the freedom of our business
owners to pursue their livelihoods and reopen their business.
I am saddened to hear people that either have jobs or who are retired and don't need a job be so reckless in discounting
the impact to the lives of our local business owners due to these closures. I often hear that those that are for reopening
businesses are being selfish and risking other lives. I would offer the counter thought and say that those restricting
other peoples ability to make a living are being selfish so that they can feel safe. Those that feel the need have the
freedom to stay home, please give those that need to make a living and feed their families the freedom to do so.
Please consider the impacts of your decisions for all the people that live and work in Estes.
thanks for your time,
Kris Dawley
Estes resident
RMNP
Lisa Devine <epstylistld@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 8:33 PM (15 hours
ago)
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Hi, I'm writing this because I am a concerned small business owner in Estes Park.......
We need to get RMNP opened, our businesses and our livelihood depends on it! If the Park is not reopened, it
could have a dire effect on Estes Park in general! I know there are many that worry about opening it up,
because of a huge influx of people; but I believe we could have some sort of soft opening, maybe being able to
drive through, but keep picnic areas closed, or something; I'm not exactly sure what the answer is; I just
honestly believe that RMNP needs to open in some way! Our businesses need it, Estes needs it!!
Thank you;
Lisa Devine
RMNP Opening
em Mon, May 11, 8:35 PM (15 hours
ago)
Town Clerk
Mayor
Board of Trustees
Respectfully
It's time we open the Park and Vacation Rentals up
It will already take years for the businesses up here to recoup the losses we have incurred
The Town also
We cant continue as we are
I realize Its not Town decision but the voice has a big impact to Darla and the powers that be
My crew is struggling to pay Bill's as they have not worked since March
Property owners are struggling to pay Bill's and taxes as we have cancellations into Sept already
The Town doesnt control opening of Vaca Rentals but do control the hotels/motels opening....they could have
kept them closed
Let's get things opened up
So some can financially survive
Respectfully
Rob and Renee McCauley
Rocky Mountains Property Services
Open RMNP
werplayinhooky@yahoo.com Mon, May 11, 8:42 PM (14 hours
ago)
As a local artist and resident since 2008, I am asking for the town to encourage reopening RMNP with proper
safety guidelines for park employees.
The citizens of Colorado are needing local recreational activities to continue to manage personal health, such
as depression, anxiety and fitness. Limiting our ability to enjoy the parks that we are known for is creating
serious health problems far worse than this virus. It has been proven by multiple research facilities that fresh
air, activity, sunshine and social distancing are great for our immune systems as for our mental health.
As a former safe house manager, it is wll known to me how dangerous situations like these lock downs and
limiting family activities can be for women and children living in unsafe relationships. Violent situations in the
home are on the rise and opening RMNP would offer the opportunities mentioned above to help reduce
frictions and abuse. Give us back our ability to recreate outside in our parks.
Thanks for hearing my concerns and solutions
Annette Marshall
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Opening of RMNP
Inbox x
Ben Legzdins <epguidedtours@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 8:42 PM (14 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern,
My name is Ben Legzdins, owner of Estes Park Guided Tours. I am strongly asking that you re open the Park
as soon as possible. We have gone 2 months now without any income, and all our attempts for the disaster
loan funding have not come through. I have a family to feed and since you have now opened up hotels for
people to come, we need the Park reopened so that these people wont be stranded in town. I understand you
are concerned about the citizens here, however if the citizens are concerned about going outside, then they
can certainly remain home and shelter. We on the other hand are needing the Park reopened so that we can
get back to work. This town relies on tourists, and by keeping it closed will economically be a disaster. Please
listen to your reliable workers and let us get back to work so that we can support our families. I have had
nothing but cancellations and refunds for the past 2 months. People are reaching out to us wanting to book for
summer, however we cant give them an answer because the Park remains closed. Please open the RMNP as
soon as possible.
Kind regards,
Ben Legzdins.
Re opening
Grant Spencer Mon, May 11, 8:46 PM (14 hours
ago)
It has been brought to my attention that there has there has been significant number of requests via email to
not open the town and rnmp. I am personally against keeping both closed down. I know the park has to get
permission from dept of interior. I think they should open when they are ready to do so. The people and
friends of mine that are not salaried employees are hurting. People will be responsible, most of them. Barring
a unprecedented medical breakthrough there will be no vaccine that's effective. It's a virus not a bacteria.
Wake up people
Read that to your people
Opening RMNP
Larry Yarrington <Iarryy1940@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 8:48 PM (14 hours
ago)
to me
I am fully in favor of opening the park.
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RMNP closure
Susan Mostek <smostek16@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 8:51 PM (14 hours
ago)
Hello
I understand that the subject of Rocky Mountain National Park remaining closed is coming up tomorrow. I
would like to comment and say that I really think RMNP should re-open. My husband and I make frequent trips
to Estes Park to enjoy the nature in the Park, to shop at the wonderful stores and eat at the restaurants. I
know this Spring/Summer and Autumn Seasons are so important to all the businesses in Estes and I would
just hate to see business owners hanging on by a thread now losing everything if the Park continues to remain
closed.
I believe the town is such a treasure to tourists and those of us who are blessed to live close by. I would hate
to see all the businesses that we love suffer. Please encourage Rocky Mountain National Park to be re-
opened so that all of us may continue to enjoy it.
Thanks for for your consideration
Sincerely,
Susan Mostek
Boulder, CO
Open RMNP
michellefurmaga <michellefurmaga@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 9:03 PM (14 hours
ago)
I would respectfully suggest that we support the opening of the Park. Many of our businesses may not survive
if this severe restriction on their income continues much longer.
We need to ensure the "cure" is not worse than the disease. Thanks for your consideration.
Dr. Michelle Furmaga
Please open Estes Park for business!
Laurianne Michael <Imichael718@icloud.com> Mon, May 11, 9:04 PM (14 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern,
I am writing on behalf of the businesses, community and tourists (me and my family) who love Estes Park.
Please consider re-opening Estes Park for business and tourism soon! When business thrives, community
thrives. If business is not allowed to open, it will have a negative cascading effect on the community at large.
Please spare this community from an unnecessary devastating economic impact.
RMNP is an affordable family destination. It is not only the beauty of the area that draws tourists year after
year, but the kind, family-oriented businesses and atmosphere. There are ways to manage crowds and even
practice social distancing or modifications thereof. Please give the Estes Park business community the
opportunity to come together, serve their community and tourists, in creative and safe ways. I have full
confidence that they are able to do this! We desire to give them our business this summer! Thank you.
Sincerely,
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Laurianne Michael, Omaha NE
(Long time Estes Park patron and RMNP enthusiast)
Tomorrows town hall meeting
Estes Park ATV Rentals Mon, May 11, 9:05 PM (14 hours
ago)
Our Constitution provides us with certain unwavering rights that states: We the People of the United States, in Order
to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote
the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this
Constitution for the United States of America.
Our fathers and mothers before us WW1, WW2, Korean, Vietnam, Desert Storm and the conflicts we are still presently
in sacrificed their lives for us to live in a more perfect Union.This Union consists a Constitution that states in
amendment 5: nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law;
There had be no due process of law! All small and large businesses have made huge sacrifices and had property closed
for public safety. Our Lives have been deprived, and we have no liberty. We all closed our doors, laid off countless
employees and worried about how we are going to open. Our own State and Local Governments are not letting us open.
They are violating our Constitutional rights and must be accountable for their actions.
We must take back our government and find people that want to represent the people for the people, not for there own
political agendas or personal believes.We need strong Women and Men to stand up to this dictatorship who imposes
these rules and regulation of tyranny in the name of public health. We can no longer stand still and do nothing and
watch what took 243 years to make be destroyed by the politicians the constitution was meant to protect us from. IT'S
WE THE PEOPLE not WE THE HEALTH DEPT. OF THE UNITIED STATES.
As one WW1 solders said, and I quote. "I believe in them.Therefore, I fought to protect them.At least that is what I was
doing. If it wasn't for that,then I have no idea what the hell I was doing there.
This man and many more like him sacrificed their lives for us to live in a 'land of the free, home of the brave. I still
believe in the brave and yes,we are free at least I think we are.This Virus is not beating us, it is us who is beating us. We
need to take back our lives. Live Brave, Live Boldly and do the right thing. OPEN OUR COUNTY. OPEN OUR BUSINESSES.
OPEN OUR HOMES AND LET US DO WHAT WE DO BEST.
BE AMERICANS.
Open the City Open the RMNP PLEASE
Thank you
Troy Kerns
Reopening of RMNP
Becky Personal <becko1213@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 7:56 PM (15 hours
ago)
Dear Members of the Board of Trustees,
I have friends who own businesses in Estes and they are hurting. I am anxious to see them begin to thrive
again. That being said, I believe it is premature to open RMNP.
I know that, especially during these trying times, fresh air, sunshine, and outdoor activities are vital for all of us.
Unfortunately, the opening of the the Park will bring a barrage of visitors not only in to Rocky (where it is
somewhat possible to socially distance) but also in to town. That is great for businesses but, after witnessing
this weekend's anti-mask protest rally, it is apparent that local law enforcement is not willing to enforce the
mask rule. That leaves our citizens vulnerable to those who are traveling here from many different areas.
Sure, we can stay at home and distance ourselves from town but those visitors will also be going to places
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where locals must go such as the grocery store and the pharmacy. We do not have the option for grocery
delivery. We have to get out for necessities.
I strongly urge you to ask Park officials and the Department of the Interior to wait at least until June 10 (the
date that the mask ordinance expires) to reopen. We have a greater chance to "educate" (since we are clearly
not "enforcing") a somewhat smaller number of people than we would have if Rocky is open and people are
arriving in droves. In my opinion, that strikes a balance between allowing shops to reopen but maintaining a
more manageable number of people and "educating" them on the importance of wearing masks.
Thank you very much for your consideration.
Becky Browning
Estes Park
Guston Browning <gusjackie70@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 9:07 PM (14 hours
ago)
Well said!
May 12, 2020 Board of Trustee Meeting
James Alsum <james.alsum@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 9:08 PM (14 hours
ago)
Dear Estes Park Board of Trustees,
It has come to my attention that there may be a decision regarding opening the National Park tomorrow. I
cannot imagine the difficulty in making such an important decision for not only the health of the community but the
impact upon the people in the community of Estes Park. I would urge that the business owners and community needs
to make ends meet to continue to provide for families and cannot continue to function and certainly some will be forced
into closure if they cannot work or attract business. It has the potential of restoring the hope to the community of Estes
Park. Considering: The decline in COVID-19 cases,the flattening of the curve, open hospital beds, state campgrounds
reopening, the risk to the economy, physical provision of citizens, as well as the mental health of individuals being of
major concern for our community; this situation requires desperate attention. It is difficult for people to see crowed
prosperous corporations (like our own Safeway) flourishing, but all small businesses and owners be dramatically
impacted and potentially forced to close or take out loans. Small businesses as well as a large 265,769-acre National
Park can implement the proper safety standards that the large "essential" businesses are doing, while having much less
traffic than the large corporations have been functioning for the past 2 months. Why force people who need jobs work
in the "essential" businesses that they don't desire to work in and see their businesses that have been built from ground
up that they love quickly crumble. All individuals should be given the opportunity to work, health, and recreation. Could
it be that these are the unforeseen rights the founding fathers had in mind for the 9th amendment and the freedoms
that we have fought so hard to protect? I would desire to see the National Park and small businesses able to safely be
enjoyed again!
I do not believe that this decision will be an easy one to make and I know there are many factors to consider. Thank you
for your hard work, and faithful care for the people in our community in a situation no one expected to face!
Respectfully,
James Alsum
Please Reopen RMNP
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Laura Reese Mon, May 11, 9:12 PM (14 hours
ago)
I am writing you this evening asking that you please reopen RMNP. So many families in Estes rely on income
that primarily comes in thanks to tourism and, without the park, Estes just isn't a tourist destination. I help
manage a vacation rental cabin that my parents own and so many of our reservations have let us know their
intent to cancel if the Park remains closed. This impacts us, the restaurants they would have gone to, the
stores they would have shopped at, and more. Many are quick to say those of us wanting the Park to reopen
are just "chasing the buck," but this isn't about getting rich, it's about providing for our families. We don't want
to be reckless in reopening, but reopening does need to happen. There is so much talk about the public health
threat from COVID, but not enough talk about the far-reaching public threats caused by poverty. We need to
make some major changes so we don't get to that point.
I am also concerned about overcrowding on trails outside the park that remain open (like Lily Mountain). I
believe reopening the Park would help spread people out a bit. I also think that, should the Park remain closed,
more and more people will simply ignore that and go in anyway (Lily Lake this weekend was a madhouse with
people parked all along the highway) and there will be unintended consequences.
Thank you for your consideration. I hope Estes Park will get back on its feet safely very soon. Please reopen
RMNP. I miss it so.
Laura Reese
Estes Park, CO 80517
Reopening RMNP
Amanda Yanik <amandagamgee@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 9:18 PM (14 hours
ago)
Please reopen Rocky Mountain National Park. No outbreaks have been reported from outdoor locations, and
hiking and sunshine are good for your health.
Many businesses in Estes will not survive if the shutdown continues any longer. They need tourist revenue. By
limiting capacity at these shops you can keep it safer.
You'll never be able to guarantee 100% that people won't get sick, but guess what? You could never
guarantee that before this, and you won't ever. You need to let people live.
Outdoor recreation is absolutely essential.
Thank you,
Amanda Yanik
Reopening RMNP
Dave Grigsby <dvdgrigsby@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 9:26 PM (14 hours
ago)
to me
Good day,
I write to ask/persuade/demand the reopening of the people's beloved land, Rocky Mountain National Park.
The science and data has shown us that nature'a gifts are in fact the true healers against covid 19. Let the
people responsibly enjoy their land. Let us take care of the vulnerable demographics while allowing the
businesses and those in the community they support thrive.
It's time to reopen.
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Humbly and respectfully,
David Grigsby
Opening Rocky Mountain National Park
DeAnna Wederski <dmwederski@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 9:39 PM (14 hours
ago)
This has been an overwhelming time for all of you while you are trying your best to please so many and do the
right thing and I appreciate that. Everyday I am hearing stories from individual businesses in town and their
challenges, some the same and some more unique to there own situations during this difficult season. One
thing that I am hearing the most from them is that they would really like to see the Rocky Mountain National
Park opened and not hindered so they can get back to business as usual and maybe even make up for some
of their losses that they have experienced because of their businesses being closed for so long. One store
owner's mother told me that her daughter and son-in-law have a store filled with winter merchandise they have
to move so they can refill it for the summer. They truly need our help to get up and running again with as much
normalcy as possible. Employees need to get back to work. I have a family member who was laid off right after
starting a new job in town because of the Covid-19 virus and is still not back to work. Some of these residents
are feeling the desperation to get back to work which may be difficult for some retired folks to understand.
Then there are those of us who would just like to get back to our outdoor activities like driving through the Park
or hiking. I know that a portion of our community is fearful, but in my opinion, those who feel afraid or
vulnerable should stay safe at home and let the rest of us get on with living. I have read comments on the
RMNP Facebook Page that were telling future visitors to keep us safe and not to come to our town or the
RMNP yet or this summer season at all! Do they really understand at all what that would do to our
community?!
Please open Rocky Mountain National Park! Do it for our businesses and for those of us who are ready to
move in the direction of getting back to living a full life again with our families and friends.
Sincerely,
DeAnna Wederski
5-12-2020 Meeting
x
Eliott Kroll <eliott.kroll@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 9:39 PM (14 hours
ago)
"The parks do not belong to one state or to one section.... The Yosemite, the Yellowstone, the
Grand Canyon are national properties in which every citizen has a vested interest; they belong
as much to the man of Massachusetts, of Michigan, of Florida, as they do to the people of
California, of Wyoming, and of Arizona. "
Stephen T. Mather, NPS Director, 1917-1929.
We are living through unprecedented times. Hard decisions must be made. Leadership at all levels of
government are scrambling for answers. However, this is not a time to make rash decisions out of fear of the
unknown.
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The residents of Estes Park should not be viewed as a unanimous monoculture of people focused only on
ensuring that we stay inside our homes and cower from the world.
Indeed the first reason many people have chosen to live here--myself included--is precisely the access to the
lands inside the boundaries of Rocky Mountain National Park.
Our town exists entirely on the basis of tourists visiting our mountain paradise. We certainly do not have any
major manufacturing or agriculture jobs here, and the preservation of our land is worth only so much as it is
enjoyed by those willing to pay for the experience. Anyone that has ever run a business knows that prices are
not a function of'cost plus.'
Value is a subjective measure by every individual customer. When we are not allowed to offer the biggest
asset this town has, our visitors will not come. They will not spend money. Many other national parks will
already be open this month. Why would anyone visit Estes Park and spend money when they are not allowed
to have any fun here? Tourists will be sending their dollars to communities by parks that are open. The
residents of this town will forfeit millions of dollars that cannot and will not be replaced by anyone.
We understand that is the point of shutting the park down. But if town and federal officials believe anything in
this town will survive a year-long shutdown, we are in for a very expensive mistake. We must also consider that
elections in November will be coming soon. I cannot imagine that someone working in NPS wants to be in the
personal crosshairs of Donald Trump facing re-election with restless constituents that want to visit the land that
their federal taxes have paid for.
Local businesses have already suffered. When these businesses disappear, their employees disappear. Even
Safeway cannot survive a long-term shutdown when there are no customers left in this town.
Fellow residents hoping for a long term shutdown haven't even fully considered their own situation. A year-long
shutdown will result in a temporary ghost town. Property values will plummet as vast amounts of improved real
estate open up for purchase. We already have vacant spaces in our downtown. How many more can we
afford?
We have only lived here for a few short months. However, it has become apparent to me that Estes Park has
not remained this untouched by mega corporation development simply because large commercial firms aren't
interested. I wonder if we have yet contemplated the effects of keeping our national park shut down when the
Town of Estes Park does not itself own a printing press for dollars otherwise.
This is not a short term issue of inerely collecting or not collecting tax dollars to support the township. Keeping
Rocky Mountain National Park shut down will spell the end of nearly every local business and job in this town
when federal stimulus dollars run out. What then, becomes of these properties? Does another small-town
private investor open the same business that failed before simply due to town interference when there is no
sign of prosperity ahead?
Our land will be bought out, auctioned, or seized by mega banks and large commercial developers at rock-
bottom prices. The town's apparent vision of a quaint mountain community exists only because we have
retained local control of our land. The local control of our land rests not in our government. It rests in our
residents having a shared interest in prosperity.
The people screaming for keeping the park shut down only have quiet land that retains value because this
remains a quaint mountain town. Large scale commercial development will take over our politics and our town
when local private land owners are driven out by a town government that makes living and working here an
impossibility. Banks just received trillions of extra dollars from the CARES Act. What is it that we think these
dollars might be used for? Change will come, and business will re-open one way or another. Which way do we
want this to happen?
Estes Park residents own land around the park. We do not own the park. The park owns us, our incomes, and
our nest eggs. There are plenty of places in the United States where shut-in NIMBYs can live long, happy lives
without destroying those of other people. Nobody is stopping them from quarantining themselves in their own
homes on their own land. They can remain in their homes for the next year if they please, but they have no
right to dictate their lifestyle choices upon the rest of the town residents or to the American people who have
paid substantial fortunes both personal and public to subsidize the fortunes and lifestyles of the town's
wealthier residents.
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But there is light at the end of the shutdown tunnel. By ending these shutdowns before other parks and other
communities, Estes Park can enjoy a head start and extend seasonal tourism. People are restless. They want
to visit the beautiful outdoor spaces we have to offer. Estes Park has the potential to enjoy a record year while
maintaining a safe environment for residents and tourists alike. Or, we can go bankrupt.
By keeping Rocky Mountain National Park shut down, the town of Estes Park will be surrendering all local
control over our land, fortunes, and politics to billionaires, mega corporations, and big banks. The story of
America will never be written by great or petty tyrants. It is in these moments of fear when we must make bold
decisions.
The charge of government is not only the protection of life. It is equally charged with the protection of liberty
and the pursuit of happiness.
"As Olmsted [FLO, Sr.] demonstrated, the question in a democratic society is not the acceptance
or rejection of what the people want. People get the recreation that imaginative leadership gives
them.... The essence of recreational policy in a democratic society, he believed, was the
willingness to treat the ordinary citizen as something other than a passive customer to be
managed and entertained. Olmsted based his theory of recreation on what he called "a faith in
the refinement of the republic," a faith in the possibility of liberation from self-interested
manipulation. "
Joseph L. Sax, "America's National Parks: Their Principles, Purposes, and Prospects,
Natural History, Supplement, October 1976.
Thank you,
Eliott Kroll & Lacey James
National Park opening?
Peter Reinertsen <preinertsen232@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 9:41 PM (14 hours
ago)
Town Board Members,
I hope you,the town board members, will not stand in the way of Rocky Mountain National Park opening in a timely
manner. Our town needs the revenue that tourists bring to us to continue to be a viable community. We have more
than "flattened the curve" in Estes and I think that it is time to open the Park. Is there the possibility to have more Covid
cases if the town and National Park open? Sure there is and it probably will happen. It is a virus after all. The lock
down, the stay at home orders have been followed for the most part and now it is time for us to face reality. We have
to open things back up and start to build immunity to this virus that is here to stay. One person's freedom should not
end because of another's fear.
Thank you for taking the time to read this email.
Sincerely,
Peter Reinertsen
Rocky Mt State Park
Gwendolyn Rae Corgan <GwenRae@sbcglobal.net> Mon, May 11, 9:43 PM (14 hours
ago)
Please open the Park.
Thank you,
Gwendolyn Corgan
Wildwood, MO. 63038
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Kathleen Baker
Subject: RMNP Input
Date: May 11, 2020
To: townclerk(a�estes.ora
Town Board Members,
As small business owners who make our living from the tourist season and real estate business here in Estes Park, we'd
like to inform you that opening the Rocky Mountain National Park is vital for the security and stability of our town's and
residents'well-being.As an essential business,we've taken necessary precautions and implemented new safety
guidelines to ensure the health and safety of our clients and ourselves as people come and go.That being said, we, along
with most other local businesses, are ready for reopening. Without knowing a scheduled date of reopening, we continue
to be unable in providing these potential customers with the information they need to make proper travel plans. What's
more, recent news has indicated other National Parks, such as Zion and The Smoky Mountains, have already reopened,
which will draw away a large number of people who may have chosen Rocky Mountain National Park instead, had it
been open.The longer our National Park remains closed, the further our busy season opportunities will continue to
diminish.This lack of reopening knowledge is clearly not just hurting our family business, but also the entire hotel
industry of Estes Park, along with the large majority of restaurants and small businesses downtown.
As states, counties, and towns begin to reopen, it has been made clear that safety is still the number one concern on
people's minds.That being said, reopening is still possible and most definitely needed for Estes Park's business owners'
and residents' livelihoods. Opening the National Park can be done with safety still in mind, and along with the necessary
implemented health guidelines,this will ensure people peace of mind, while also paving the way for a profitable and
favorable tourist season for the entirety of Estes Park. People have already been practicing safe social distancing and are
clearly aware of how their actions can affect those around them. We should only expect these safety behaviors to
continue with the reopening of the National Park. Reopening Rocky Mountain National Park will allow people to still
enjoy the beauty that Colorado beholds and bring their business to a town that is ready and in need of them to do so.
Estes is ready. Business owners are ready.As the numerous potential tourist phone calls and emails inquiring as to the
reopening of the National Park have proven,visitors are also ready.The summer season is fast approaching and we ask
that you would help us all continue to prosper and benefit from a town that has consistently brought thousands upon
thousands of people for so many years. Our town has suffered enough, as have countless others across the nation.
Waiting will only prolong the economic destruction, and seeing as this decision has now been placed in your hands, we
hope that you would act in favor of rebuilding this town to the beauty and liveliness we all know and love.
-Kathleen Baker
Real Estate Appraisals
Opening RMNP
Jan Trussell <lestatbubba@hotmail.com> Mon, May 11, 10:10 PM (13 hours
ago)
Dear Board of Trustees
I'm writing to encourage you to open up RMNP and your town businesses once again. RMNP belongs to all of
us and we can no longer sustain a lockdown in this state. As someone that has been working the frontlines of
this thing since day one, it's time to let people open up their businesses and allow their employees and family
members to put food on their tables, pay their mortgages and start living life once again.
I realize there are concerns about this virus spreading but please think of the long term effects of this
lockdown. There are millions of people in this country out of work, small businesses that will remain shuttered
forever, suicide rates are skyrocketing, people have lost their homes. We simply cannot continue to base
public policy on fear and emotion.
Once upon a time back in 2001, I was married at the town theater during the month of October. Our family and
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friends had such a wonderful time. Between the numerous elk sightings, the fall foliage, the go-carts, the
fantastic restaurants and the wonderful stay at the Lake Shore Lodge, it was one of the most memorable times
of my life.
It's time for other people to have memories like this. Estes Park is the gateway to RMNP. Please consider the
impact that fear and hysteria have had on our state and this country. Do the right thing and open up.
Sincerely,
Jan Trussell
Boulder, CO
RMNP
bill walters Mon, May 11, 10:13 PM (13 hours
ago)
Please do not vote to recommend the RMNP stay closed.
Locals are struggling very badly. If the elderly fear tourism, they can isolate and let us get on with our lives and
practice safe, social distancing.
Thank You,
Bill Walters
Rocky Mountain Treasures
PO Box 1930
Estes Park CO. 80517
RMNP
KAREN K. GORDON <kkgordon@comcast.net> Mon, May 11, 10:19 PM (13 hours
ago)
This is to request your serious consideration to opening RMNP. It is greatly needed to prevent the demise of
Estes Park businesses. It is also needed as a safe place for Coloradans to exercise and get sunshine for their
health. The unhealthy order to Shelter in Place and subsequent extensions have created an impending
potential health crisis not in elder care homes or among comorbid populations but in our generally healthy
young adults and children. They need this space for much needed recreation and improved health at this time
and going forward.
If people can socially distance at Wal-Mart I am sure it can be managed in the expanse of a National Park.
Thank you,
Karen Gordon
OPEN RMNP!
Cathy Addison <jimandcathy7@yahoo.com> Mon, May 11, 10:20 PM (13 hours
ago)
RMNP must be opened as soon as possible. The devastating economic impact of discouraging visitors to our
area cannot be overstated. Outdoor recreation is NOT where the virus is spread. The families that you
represent need visitors in order for their businesses to survive. The town needs tax revenue.
Please do not request prolonging the closure of the national park. The need far outweighs any perceived
danger.
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Rocky Mountain National Park
Inbox x
Dave Followill <dfollowill@msn.com> Mon, May 11, 10:26 PM (13 hours
ago)
To the Board of Trustees,
It is my understanding that the Board of Trustees will meet tomorrow to decide whether to ask for RMNP to be
opened. I believe that it would be very dangerous to our small community of mostly older residents to open the
park and encourage tourists from around the country to come here and use our limited resources. Please do
not put the interests of a few ahead of the lives of our families.
Thanks you for your consideration.
Dave Followill
Estes Park, CO 80517
Holly Coy <hollycoy2@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 10:29 PM (13 hours
ago)
Hello,
Please, please allow RMNP to open...it is the fresh air so many need, and many small businesses in Estes are
in DIRE need of customers. We are well prepared to conduct business safely.
Thank you very much,
Holly Coy
Real West Old Time Portraits
Please open the parkQ
Tammy Kelly <tamjkelly@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 10:37 PM (13 hours
ago)
Hello, I am a part of a family business in Estes called Real West Portraits. We would really like the park to
reopen because it is really hurting the businesses downtown. Please consider that many may go out of
business if there are no customers.
Thank you,
Tammy Kelly
RMNP
Sherry Followill <sfollowill@msn.com> Mon, May 11, 10:40 PM (13 hours
ago)
I understand the Board of Trustees is meeting tomorrow, May 11, and may consider opening RMNP. We are a
town of mainly older people, and it could put us in great danger to have people coming into our town from far
and wide bringing Covid -19 into town. We have but one full size grocery store. And our governor, in opening
camping at some state parks today, said that was NOT to be a tourist endeavor. He suggested campers buy
food and gas at home before camping, and even take trash back home as to not impact surrounding areas and
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towns. By opening RMNP, you are encouraging tourism. We had over 4 1/2 million visitors last year. Please
do not make us less safe at this critical time.
Thank you,
Sherry Followill
Estes Park, CO. 80517
Please reopen RMNP
info@esteslakelodge.com Mon, May 11, 10:58 PM (12 hours
ago)
I am begging you to request to reopen Rocky Mountain National Park. Our economy and small
businesses won't survive. Also, we all need the park to enjoy the fresh air and to relax given all
of our stress. Do the right thing. Open RMNP!
support of CLOSURE
greg miles via yahoo.com Mon, May 11, 11:04 PM (12 hours
ago)
hi,
i'm just another voice of a local business owner (and 22 year resident) expressing my support of continuing the
CLOSURE of RMNP as well as the current ordinances restricting businesses and masks in town.
i believe it is premature to open up the park and the town to "regular" visitors - and in spite of my business
being closed and my significant loss of revenue, i am medically at risk. after a significant injury 2 years ago, i
remain immuno-compromised, and my doctors have advised me to exercise extreme caution with regard to
exposure.
i would rather stay closed and remain safe than have to deal with the callous disregard on an even larger scale
than what we have seen up to now,
there are many citizens here that are in the same boat - and while i have compassion for the other business
owners who have lost significant revenue and find their homes and/or businesses threatened, sacrificing the
weak for the sake of our economy is not who we want to be . . . and were i NOT at risk, i would STILL support
a very conservative and cautious approach to reopening.
Years ago, anthropologist Margaret Mead was asked by a student what she considered to be the first sign of
civilization in a culture. The student expected Mead to talk about fishhooks or clay pots or grinding stones.
But no. Mead said that the first sign of civilization in an ancient culture was a femur (thighbone) that had been
broken and then healed. Mead explained that in the animal kingdom, if you break your leg, you die. You cannot
run from danger, get to the river for a drink or hunt for food. You are meat for prowling beasts. No animal
survives a broken leg long enough for the bone to heal.
A broken femur that has healed is evidence that someone has taken time to stay with the one who fell, has
bound up the wound, has carried the person to safety and has tended the person through recovery. Helping
someone else through difficulty is where civilization starts, Mead said."
i AM my brother's keeper. we should continue to look out for each other- and preservation of health and life is
the most basic of service.
regards,
greg miles
Open Rocky please!
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Natasha Alvandi <nsalvandi@gmail.com> Mon, May 11, 11:10 PM (12 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern:
It is with great respect that I beseech you to open RMNP. We need to be able to easily access Grand Lake up
Trail Ridge Road for our businesses to thrive. If you are not asking for RMNP to open, you will make Estes
Park a ghost town. Our families won't be able to afford to live here.
The National Park is a great place to allow visitors to enjoy that won't increase our town issues but will help
ameliorate them.
Save Estes Park! Open Rocky Mountain National Park!
Thank you!
Natasha Alvandi
The Good People of Estes Park need your Help
Leslie Sales <lesliesales@cox.net> Mon, May 11, 11:24 PM (12 hours
ago)
600d Evening to All,
My wife and I are long time visitors to Estes Park. The good folks of Estes need a paycheck...
If the city is going to way all fees/taxes due as well as any other money collected... Do the
right thing... I'm certain you want Estes to survive... Please think of the families that need help
and are not getting it... All government municipalities want their revenue...
Help those that pay for everything you do...
Thanks for listening... James
R. James Butler
MESA, AZ 85207
We need the RMNP open
The Big Horn Restaurant 12:18 AM (11 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern,
As a business owner ( Daniel Kingston- Big Horn Restaurant)we are very concerned that we will not be able to
make it this summer if the park is not open. Our location doesn't help when we do not have enough people in
town to park at our end of the town ( west end) or people going and coming out of the park. Everyone says
how good Sunday was but not at my end when is windy and no foot traffic.
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We need to have some tourist in town that will stay for a week , to take hikes, drive in the park. Next winter the
streets will not be plow, the holes not fixed and we will not have money to pay increse on taxes. This town is
surviving because of tourist we do not have another economy going on.
Hope you are taking in consideration the business owners in this town
Sincerely,
Daniela Kingston
please open RMNP
Jennifer Davis <jennindi@yahoo.com> 1:52 AM (10 hours
ago)
Hello,
I have been a full time resident in Estes Park for almost 30 years. I have been deemed a 'non-
essential' worker by my government.
I understand many concerns of people wanting to remain in their own little bubble and try to keep
people away from our beautiful town, but leaving the park closed will not help keep people away. In
the two weeks that my part-time job has been re-opened, I have already met many people from out
of town. The people who want to get out and move around are doing so. Let's open up some space in
RMNP to accommodate all the physical distancing that we need to do. We can be smart and safe
about it.
I would also love for more people to come and visit our fair town because I was out of my jobs for
two months and need people to purchase the goods and services our many small-business owners
provide. Everyone is very aware of the extra sanitation efforts needed to move forward safely. Let's
allow the same privileges awarded to our grocery stores and hardware stores to the 'non-essential'
stores who's owners and employees also need to pay for 'essential' shelter and food this summer
and fall.
The effects of this virus are hurting this town in multi-faceted ways and we should be balancing out
the re-opening of the park, our businesses, as well as keeping our population healthy. We are
strong. We are resilient. We shouldn't be keeping people from earning their seasonal living to feed
themselves because of fear. The overwhelming data say that most people become infected from
staying inside... Open The Park.
Thank you.
Jennifer Davis
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Please open up Rocky Mountain National Park.We all need to get out and listen to the mountains glac
tidings.They will fuel and energize our minds and body.We all need move forward from this Covid 19.
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor 1 C184BBE-4B24-4DE5-A532- Thank you
5/12/2020 10:13 AM Access Strategy. Jerry Mandello FAF045D30676.ioep Jerry and Marcy Mandello
Please open RMNP. Let us choose to protect ourselves;we do not need to be protected from ourselves.
Stop the public busses.Stop the parking lot monitoring.Stop closing Bear Lake Road.Let us go,look for a
place to park,leave if we cannot find one,and enjoy the beauty along the way.
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor Thank you for your time and consideration,
5/12/2020 10:15 AM Access Strategy. Lauren Banker Lauren Banker
My wife and I are retired educators who moved here 10 years ago.We came to Estes for its beauty And
RNMP.We have been following the Covid crisis daily,nationally,state wide and locally.It is high time to
begin allowing visitors back into the Park. It is a much needed healthy alternative to sitting at home and/or
going to the very limited outdoor areas that are now overcrowded.
Trustees,you have done a good job of slowing,even preventing the spread here in Estes....unfortunately thi
financial cost to many of our business has been catastrophic,yes catastrophic!For some reason we do
NOT understand the county has allowed hotels to open up but Not vacation rental homes.Makes no sense
to me,none!The vacation homes are not as"crowd dense"as hotels,and guests are more likely to spend
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor more time safely at the home than in a hotel room.They can cook at the home.Dozens and dozens of
5/12/2020 10:21 AM Access Strategy. Rick Loy workers are in danger of losing their lively hood if you do not open this business soon.
riease encourage tne opening ot KivINN.HSK"why and what quesnon:
1.Why not consider reopening RMNP immediately?The virus does not survive in the sun and ultraviolet
light.The virus responds to soap and water and hand sanitizer.
2.What criteria was used to close RMNP?What criteria will be used to reopen?This virus is here for the
foreseeable future.
3.What is the concern about being outside in parks?The virus is a contact droplet transmission.It is not
contracted by breathing the air whether outside or inside.If the virus were transmitted by breathing the air
then everyone who shopped anywhere in the past two months would have been sick.
4.What criteria are being used to make Covid-19 decisions?Grill public health leaders for metrics?For
example,why add masks with the curve flattened?Why did the CDC suggest masks but state and local
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor officials interpreted that as a legal directive?
5/12/2020 10:29 AM Access Strategy. Faith and Lyle Zimmerman 5.What is your duty to protect the vulnerable while saving the economy?
I o members ot the tioartl ot trustees; Hs a resitlent and tellow constituent,I urge you to encourage the re
opening of Rocky Mountain National Park. Estes Park is a gateway city to the Park,and the life breath of
the economy of this town. As a business manager of a local business that depends on the visitation reason
for the park, to continue existing,I am deeply concerned that removal of this reason why people visit will
annihilate many businesses.
I understand the mentality of open park=more traffic, More traffic= more people,More people=more
exposure(presumptive)to asymptomatic people. However,other parks,campgrounds and areas have
opened in this state and others. If fear of contact is fuelling this,people can still safely tour inside their cars
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor Please do not let fear decimate our livelihood. The"at risk"excuse is partly true, people"at risk"always
5/12/2020 10:37 AM Access Strategy. Cindy Thompson each and every flu season too.Does the park close entirely twice a year for that?
IYs time to reopen RMNP. What better way to social distance than allowing people to get out of their home<_
and experience the great outdoors? Small businesses all over our country are going under and need the
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor money tourist bring in to stay afloat. If businesses fail in these communities it isn't just a short term problem
5/12/2020 10:35 AM Access Strategy. Shawn Swope it will have devastating long term effects on the community economically.
I've been visiting Rocky Mountain National Park every year for 40+years.Our family has a house in Estes
Park.We want the town to stay safe,and we want RMNP staff and visitors to be safe and protected.There
are a wide variety of strong opinions circulating right now and public health and safety should supersede
"opinion."Much like the skiing hot spots in CO during early March,I have concerns about the same thing
occurring this summer at RMNP.There is no way to know who is visiting from a hot spot.Will you need extrc
law enforcement in case visitors defy your rules?Will rangers have to enforce rules?People are now gettin5
political rather than being smart about wearing masks and respecting social distancing.I'm not sure what the
right answer is,but I want Estes Park residents to be safe and will support whatever decisions need to be
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor made.It would be much easier if people realized that wearing masks and following rules is the only way we
5/12/2020 10:38 AM Access Strategy. Michelle Anthony can keep the economy open safely.
I think we should do all we can to get RMNP open as soon as possible. In the continuum of activitie:
available to people during this time when flu and coronavirus are being spread,having people drive through
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor the park is on the safe end of that continuum. People are suffering from depression and bankruptcy being
5/12/2020 10:41 AM Access Strategy. randi jones forced to stay home. We need to start doing some"safer"social activities.
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I am writing in support of opening the Park for visitors again. The Park means so much to so many people.
I have lived in Estes Park for 28 years now and I have seen how much the Park means to visitors. And
visitors includes local Estes Park residents. That is not our personal Park,it belongs to all Americans.
I have to reflect back to the floods of 2013 when the Park was closed a couple of weeks later due to
government shutdown. The timing couldn't have been worse. Local residents were so down about losses
they were experiencing. Governor Hickenlooper pled with the National Government to open the Park for
visitors.
That Park serves many people for many reasons. But mostly as a place to seek peace and solace from this
insane world.
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor
5/12/2020 10:41 AM Access Strategy. Carey Stevanus Thank you for your time and service to our Town
Please voice your support for my family by allowing Estes Park to reopen to the fullest extend allowed by
state health guidelines.Myjob determines if I can continue to live in Estes Park,myjob determines if I can
feed my family,my job determines if I can continue to have insurance.
5/12/2020 10:43 AM Other Stacy Ash Our business community is ready to welcome visitors.My job and the jobs of many others,depend on this.
Please reopen the park.It is a fact outdoor activities hugely reduce transmission of the disease. Safeway is
obviously more dangerous than any out door area.
How will a town function without any sales tax revenue.What will happen to commercial realestate values...
which in turn will affect property taxes.Residentidential values will will also collapse which in turn will reduce
the towns property tax revenue....which will damage the town's revenue form many years.
Lastly,what I feel if most important,what about the people who are not on social security? With the park
closed,businesses will close.Jobs will be lost and the people will be hurt.All of the working community will
leave.The town will have a worse reputation to work in.Right now Estes Park work force reputation is belo�n
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor average,and so is own work forces abilities.This will force it even lower.The good staff that employers
5/12/2020 10:47 AM Access Strategy. Nicole Schultz have will leave town and relocate just like they did after the flood.
Please do all you can to open RMNP as quickly and safely as possible.This has had such a negative affec
on our business and so many other people's business.We are photographers in town with 98%of our
business coming from visitors.We also own a small vacation rental in EP that we plan to offer deep cleaninc
and instruction to each visitor that comes in how to safely go about our town.Hopefully we can open up shoi
term rental use soon!!And open RMNP soon so that we can resume working.So many families here that
5/12/2020 10:55 AM Other Kari Pyle cannot earn a living.
Please open the park please let people open their stores and get back to their lives there are safety
5/12/2020 10:56 AM Other Travis precautions that can be taken and I think they need to be set into place but absolutely open the park.
We need to at least try to get up and running.I don't know why this is up to you anyway.It isn't. The park is
owned by the people.I think there are many more for at least trying to open than keeping it closed.
There are retired and at risk people everywhere.My mom is 89 and is not going out yet.
Please consider carefully what you say and feel,and remember how many people it will effect.
The future of this town is at stake.
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor
5/12/2020 10:58 AM Access Strategy. John laughlin Please be careful!!
Perhaps a strategy that opens the park to Colorado residents first,with an online reservation and paymen
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor made before arriving to the park,and verify resident ID and reservation email at park entrance gates.The
5/12/2020 11:06 AM Access Strategy. Susan online reservation can have a cap of certain amount of people per day.
I'm imploring you to please open RMNP as closing it for the summer may set a precedent across the United
States for other National Parks. People are mostly in their cars driving through anyway! When we go,we
hardly ever get out of our car unless we attend a ranger presentation. While we walked on trails,hardly eve
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor see another person! Closing our beautiful parks should never take place! Walmart's have proven to be the
5/12/2020 11:08 AM Access Strategy. Denise Tarr worst germ spreaders and they are open and elbow to elbow!!
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Thank you for taking my comment.I wish for RMNP to open back up for many reasons,some of which truly
are a bit selfish.As a family,we love the park and visit there many times per week all year.As a business
owner who thrives or fails on our local economy however,we need this to be opened back up soon.I realize
safety is the priority and wouldn't want to sacrifice this,but there are ways to keep it open while remaining
safe.Please hear the voices of those of us that aren't the loudest,angriest,or most complacent.We,too,
are residents and would love our voices,though they be may be a bit softer,to be heard as loud and firm as
those who have dug in and want our small town to remain in the 1970's.
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor Please understand that the implications of having RMNP closed are huge for small,self employed business
5/12/2020 11:12 AM Access Strategy. Joe Pyle owners who thrive on our amazing tourist attraction that is our National Park.
Please open RMNP to some capacity.Thre must be a way to limit numbers in Park.No buses or tour trips
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor allowed.I know there should be an opening..
5/12/2020 11:22 AM Access Strategy. Sharon Robertson Thank you
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor
5/12/2020 11:23 AM Access Strategy. Phyllis Dunn Please open the Park.Even if iYs just for Residents or some safe way.
I support reopening Rocky Mountain National Park with a reasonable strategy as directed by Park leaders.
Access to the Park is essential for the economic stability of our community. We must protect the park,
residents,and visitors as much as possible within reason.We are already seeing an increase in visitors that
are violating the state's orders to recreate within 10 miles of their residence. As the summer continues,this
number will only increase. We must be prepared for this activity with a plan for either limited or full access,
or a plan to deal with the visitors attempting to access RMNP and town facilities. We want to be welcoming
to visitors and encourage economic recovery for our businesses. We also want to protect our vulnerable
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor populations. Vulnerable people can continue to stay home and protect themselves as they see fit. We ask
5/12/2020 11:24 AM Access Strategy. Kristine Hodges that any new orders allow reasonable activities to resume for all people and businesses who choose.
In conjunction with NPS,please allow Trail Ridge to reopen on its usual schedule.For now,all we need ar�
the road,the trails,and the restrooms.Take your time with everything else.We really don't want to cancel
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor our long-planned trip to your area.Thank you!
5/12/2020 11:25 AM Access Strategy. Vince Moschella --From your friends in Milwaukee,Wisconsin.
To whom it may concern,
I have been a resident of Estes Park since 2004.I have never seen a situation such as the one we are all in
at this stressful time.That said,I think it would be a mistake to keep Rocky Mountain National Park Closed
through the summer.There are thousands of archers to enjoy and people could still practice the safe
distance rule.If businesses comply with the guidelines,per Larimer County Health Department,local
businesses may feel a little less stress and be able to survive.
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor Regards
5/12/2020 11:36 AM Access Strategy. Bedford Sean Bedford
I am a business manager in the Estes Park area and am emailing you to share my feelings about reopening
in Estes Park. It is imperative that we all band together and reopen this wonderful town. It is time and it is
needed in order to move fonvard.
I understand the fear for some in the community and they can choose to remain"safe at home",however for
myself,my family and my co-workers it is time to come back. We should continue to remain smart and
5/12/2020 11:39 AM Arden Gaddy diligent in the transition,however we need to get this great town and great State back up and running!
uear i own i ruscees,
I would like to thank you for your support of local area businesses-to include the Vacation Rental business i
Estes Park.Local Businesses are the biggest employer not only in Estes Park,but also in Larimer County
and our country as a whole.
As you know,The draw of RMNP and the Hospitality business sector are together,the economic engine tha
allows support for all facets of infrastructure in Estes Park.
We are fortunate to have these two important partners,which drive sales tax,Restaurant visits,and support
all other businesses.Without them,our taxes would likely increase by a wide margin.
My wife and I have been home owners since 2008,and feel fortunate that we can share our home with
others.The income from our vacation home rental,allows for all home maintenance,and also pays us in oui
retirement years.
5/12/2020 11:40 AM Other Jeffrey Hines I thank you,the Trustees,for considering opening up when it is safe for all.
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Please re-open RMNP as soon as possible.We are a mom&pop operation with three stores that depend
on the tourism that the park brings in.
The 2013 flood&two years of canyon closure had a heavy impact on our business and we barely survived.
I understand Estes Park residents health is important but the welfare of hundreds of small business owners
is also important.
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor
5/12/2020 11:41 AM Access Strategy. Dale Traut Thank you
I am a business owner operating in Estes Park for 45 years with 2 business locations.We rely on the
national park being open in order for us to operate our businesses.Riding horses is a natural social
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor Jessica Kokjohn from SK distancing activity outdoors.The national park needs to be open in order for Estes park businesses to
5/12/2020 11:44 AM Access Strategy. Horses survive as Estes park is solely based on tourism.No national park, no tourism.
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor Please reopen the parks.IYs been proven that sunlight is good for us...if we can go to Walmart,we can
5/12/2020 11:49 AM Access Strategy. Sarah K open the God damn parks.Please put a stop to the power grabbing government officials.
Attached is some data of lost revenue for our short term vacation home since March to current date.
Included is this spreadsheet is data regarding lost revenue for the town of Estes Park due to our cancelled
reservations in our home as a result of the closure of short term rentals.Estes Park depends on this
revenue brought in by not only RMNP,but also by the short term rental homes that provide lodging in the
Coqv of EP STR COVID-19 town of Estes Park.The lodging provided by short term rental homes allows visitors to isolate more in the
5/12/2020 11:50 AM Other Ashley Garrett Economic Impact.xlsx safety of a home rather than having to intermingle in high density areas,such as hotels and motels.
I will keep this short and sweet.Please don't rush this re-opening.You're getting lots of pressure frorr
tourists,I know,but this decision should be made based on how the residents of Estes Park feel.Please
consider the many vulnerable populations in town,and how re-opening and thousands of out-of-state visitor:
would impact them.Businesses need support-but re-opening too fast could cause another major outbreak,
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor and close them even longer.Slow and steady wins the race.Thank you for your service in these tough
5/12/2020 11:59 AM Access Strategy. Alex Derr times.
Rocky Mountain National Park Reopening Visitor It is important for Rocky Mountain National Park to be opened so that Estes Park can begin to slowly recove
5/12/2020 12:03 PM Access Strategy. Emily Gnan financially from the toll of COVID-19.This will aid in other businesses being able to open and flourish.
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RMNP
jcwray@yahoo.com <jcwray@yahoo.com> Tue, May 12, 2020 at 2:29 AM
What safer place for"social distancing " than a National Park. RMNP MUST be opened immediately or
Estes Park will be hurt badly
John Wray director Mountain Music Makers in Estes
Rocky Mountain National Park Opening
ROBIN ELDRIDGE <robdd@aol.com> Tue, May 12, 2020 at 2:52 AM
My wife and I own Paradise on the River on State Highway 66. In accordance with the rules of the Town
and of the County we and other accommodations are open on a limited basis of occupancy. We want to
encourage Estes Park and Larimer County to work with the Rocky Mountain National Park management to
open up the Park to the public as soon as possible.
We feel that allowing fellow citizens the right to be in the outdoors, hiking, biking or just site seeing is the
best formula for a return to health and well being. We also feel that too many local businesses have
already gone out of business or even declared bankruptcy in the Estes Park area along with the severe
financial hardship of the workers and employees. If you continue with the closing, the economic and
personal hardships will be devastating, and not recoverable for many years in the future.
It will be a good sign to Americans, and especially Coloradans that they will be able to enjoy THEIR
National Park again.
We understand the initial opening may be with restrictions of masks when around others, social distancing
when others are around or even checking temperatures at the entrances.
I look forward to a positive outcome,
Robin Eldridge
Diana Eldridge
Open RMNP
Jon Tina Thompson <thompsonsinestes@gmail.com> Tue, May 12, 2020 at 4:50 AM
I'm writing to ask you to OPEN Rocky Mountain National Park. Estes Park can reopen in a safe manner.
Please open RMNP. Please.
Tina Thompson
Rocky Mountain National Park
cdpeter@osage.net <cdpeter@osage.net> Tue, May 12, 2020 at 6:02 AM
Rocky Mountain National Park needs to be open this year. It is a
beautiful park and people need to enjoy it. Along with that, Estes Park
needs the park to be open. Business owners need it open to survive with
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their businesses. If the park isn't open, their businesses can't survive
and they can't pay their employees. If these employees aren't paid, they
won't be able to feed their families and make their house payments. It
would be a disaster for the whole town and economy.
Please open Rocky Mountain Park this year and let people enjoy not only
the beautiful park, but also your beautiful town of Estes Park.
Donalyn Peter
Opening the park
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Lou Gorski <Ipgorski@flash.net> Tue, May 12, 2020 at 6:30 AM
I live at 251 East Riverside.
Please decide to open the park for the sake of the saving of the economy of Estes Park.
I think people are going to come to Estes with better weather whether the park is open or not and then
there will be another type of problem.
Thank you for your willingness to lead. It's a thankless job. Lou Gorski
opening RMNP
John Davis <jddavisep@yahoo.com> Tue, May 12, 2020 at 6:51 AM
I am strongly in favor of opening RMNP. Businesses in town need visitors to RMNP and Estes to survive.
Thank you,
John Davis
open RMNP!
medlock409@aol.com <medlock409@aol.com> Tue, May 12, 2020 at 6:58
AM
Please open RMNP for the season. My family and I stay in hotels in Estes Park for two weeks in the
summer and a week in October. We eat out every night whether it be at Ed's, Bird and Jim or any if the
other fine establishments...not to mention imbibing at Elkins Distillery. We look forward to hiking at Dream
Lake and visiting the Alpine Store at the top. Please consider safely opening.
Janice Medlock
RMNP Estes Park board meeting
Heather Mastin <hmastin86@gmail.com> Tue, May 12, 2020 at 7:08 AM
To whom it may concern,
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Comment for the board meeting-
I urge you to consider the damage keeping RMNP closed my cause. Estes Park is a small town ran on its
ability to sell merchandise and RMNP related items. Sunlight and air will deeply reduce the possibility of
transmitting a virus that is now proving to be LESS deadly than a season flu. I understand NO deaths and
illness is the goal but I feel we are allowing media to control fear rather than looking at confirmed facts (not
assumed cases). Please encourage social distancing, which is typically already being done while hiking the
mountains, set up sanitizer stations if needed, and so forth, together the Rockies can be opened. I cannot
fathom letting this small town suffer and forever be in financial ruins by the decision to keep the Rockies
closed. I beg you to consider the people that use the Rockies as their mental escape and the only one
silver lining in this pandemic. Mental health is also a major source of suffering in the world today, too. Let's
open the Rockies and set the example that being active outside, but smart, is what will get us over this
pandemic.
Thank you for your time,
Heather Mastin
Parks
Tracey Higgins <tracey.higgins@rocketmail.com> Tue, May 12, 2020 at 7:10 AM
Please open the park. Can you please explain to me why you would even think about keeping them
shut. It doesn't make any sense to me. They are outside. The virus doesn't like hot sun. I can't even
come up with any reason they would not open doesn't make any sense please enlighten me.
Thanks
please open RMNP
Jennifer Davis <jennindi@yahoo.com> 1:52 AM (10 hours
ago)
to me
Hello,
I have been a full time resident in Estes Park for almost 30 years. I have been deemed a 'non-essential' worker
by my government.
I understand many concerns of people wanting to remain in their own little bubble and try to keep people away
from our beautiful town, but leaving the park closed will not help keep people away. In the two weeks that my
part-time job has been re-opened, I have already met many people from out of town. The people who want to
get out and move around are doing so. Let's open up some space in RMNP to accommodate all the physical
distancing that we need to do. We can be smart and safe about it.
I would also love for more people to come and visit our fair town because I was out of my jobs for two months
and need people to purchase the goods and services our many small-business owners provide. Everyone is
very aware of the extra sanitation efforts needed to move forward safely. Let's allow the same privileges
awarded to our grocery stores and hardware stores to the 'non-essential' stores who's owners and employees
also need to pay for'essential' shelter and food this summer and fall.
The effects of this virus are hurting this town in multi-faceted ways and we should be balancing out the re-
opening of the park, our businesses, as well as keeping our population healthy. We are strong. We are
resilient. We shouldn't be keeping people from earning their seasonal living to feed themselves because of
fear. The overwhelming data say that most people become infected from staying inside... Open The Park.
Thank you.
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Opening RMNP
Cherl <cherylscottbugs@aol.com> 7:12 AM (5 hours
ago)
to Townclerk
Dear Ones,
As a property owner in EP, I would LOVE to see RMNP opened to the public. That would tremendously benefit
our community. Many issues are involved here, but bottom line—opening RMNP would be a good thing.
I am praying for you amid this decision making. It is tough.
Blessings,
Cheryl Haywood Fowler
RMNP and Town Re-opening
Steve Fuhrman <stevefuhrman1900@aol.com> 7:12 AM (5 hours
ago)
Mayor and Trustees-
There is a lot of noise right now, primarily from business owners, calling for a full reopening of RMNP and our
Town. Many are also calling for elimination of the mask ordinance you so wisely enacted in an effort to keep
businesses, residents and visitors safe and virus-free.
Perhaps what is prudent now is balance. We know that frequent hand washing, social distancing and face
masks help to reduce the spread and flatten the curve. Rather than risk a significant, potentially deadly spike
in COVID-19 cases by fully reopening business and RMNP, why not take the next small step to in time return
us to normal? We know what is needed to get to normal is an effective vaccine, and that is likely several
months away. We need to continue to buy time until that vaccine is available. And we know from reliable
scientists and medical experts reopening too quickly will lead to many more infections and cost lives.
Instead, please consider building on your success by encouraging a gradual, measured reopening of RMNP,
along with encouraging businesses, visitors and residents to continue hand washing, distancing and wearing
masks.
Thanks for your dedication and service.
Respectfully,
Steve Fuhrman
Sent from my iPad
RMNP
John Laughlin <jlaughlin62@icloud.com> 7:14 AM (5 hours
ago)
I sure hope that this text I received about a meeting today with the park is not true. It states that the town is in
in favor of asking the park to not open until next year, and shutting down the town. If this is true, you are
bowing to a small group of scared sheep. If this is true, please really , really think about the impact that will
have on so many more people!!!!!
Fear is the most powerful emotion humans have. It causes more strife in this world than anything. I for one will
lose both of my jobs, one I just came back to.. Estes Park has come back from a lot of disasters, if you do this
it will be 100 times worse than all of them combined..
Please don't bow to the retired people that don't need to work, can afford to sit back and go through a
permanent closure !!
I have two children to feed. Tell me what I would do if I lose both jobs ???
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Jodi Stark <starknbeck@yahoo.com> 7:17 AM (5 hours
ago)
For consideration in today's town board meeting. My second email and I apologize but have more talking
points to consider and appreciate the opportunity to be heard.
US34 is a highway connecting two very vital communities. If the roads are being plowed, it seems logical that
at least travel from either side of the park from Grand Lake to Estes should be allowed.
If you block off some of the more typically congested parking areas to discourage gatherings, that might make
sense but doesn't seem reasonable to stop travel east to west.
Nobody wants to harm the town of Estes or it's residents. On the contrary, businesses are begging for relief for
the sake of their existence. Travelers can be asked to bring their own food and supplies to not overwhelm the
store. That's what we plan to do out of respect and consideration for locals who need to shop from their own
supply source. Most people will have no problem doing so as we all understand.
Meaning no disrespect at all but Please, Please think of your businesses who keep your town running rather
than a few who have unlimited financial security and just would rather keep the town to themselves.
Thank you again! We love your town and we need Rocky this year more than ever!
Respectfully,
Jodi and Larry Beck
We are getting ready for business
Inbox x
Anna Leahy <anialeahy@gmail.com> 7:22 AM (5 hours
ago)
To Whom it my Concern
My name is Ania Leahy and my husband Ryan and I own the Egg of Estes - breakfast and lunch. Due to new
situation in the restaurant business we been trying to be proactive with obligations to keep our customers and
community safe. After spreading our tables to safer 6ft distance, getting ready to instal Plastic glass in host
area and ultraviolet air filter we are also talking to our staff with about implementing protective great and
procedures for them. We want you to know we are as serious about it as you are, however with out
welcoming travelers to town for this summer and providing them with space to visit like RMNP we won't be
able to make it thru next winter, and I believe this is a realistic situation to many other business owners in this
town. Please, hear us on this matter, because we truly are in it together and with out prosperities business this
town will have whole much more help then just 67% budget.
Sincerely
AniA Leahy
Open RMNP
Sheryl Vande Kamp sheryl@quistcpa.com via quistcpa.onmicrosoft.com 7:22 AM (5 hours
ago)
Good morning.
Please open Rocky Mountain National Park!!! The town needs to the Park to open. Business needs to open.
We will social distance while hiking all of the beautiful miles in RMNP. I am planning a summer trip to Estes
Park; please don't make me postpone that trip!! Thank you.
Sheryl
Sheryl Vande Kamp
Office Manager
Quist and Company, P.C.
Open the Park
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Tim Finnigan <tfinnigan70@gmail.com> 7:26 AM (5 hours
ago)
Not sure why governments at every level want to emasculate 30% of our working people, calling them
ubessential!! Yet liquor store clerks and pot store clerks are essential? Government is destroying our
economy. I GUESS THE FEDS PREFER PRINTING MONEY TO BORROWING.
tens of thousands of people supposedly have had CORONAVIRUS and have anti bodies. Guess that doesn't
matter?
80,000 people died of FLU in 2017. We didn't crawl in our homes. We didn't listen to the stinking media scare
us to death DAILY with CASES CASES CASES. DEATHS DEATHS DEATHS.
Our stinking governments will destroy their economies and then RAISE taxes later because they will not go
without money like they expect people to.
Corona virus hurts old people and sick people. They need to be careful. We need to help THEM.
....Society MUST GET BACK TO WORK. PERIOD
Tim Finnigan
Estes Park Co. 80517
OPEN RMNP
Fall River Jewelry, Antiques and Coins 7:27 AM (5 hours
ago)
To Whom It May Concern:
We are business owners in Estes Park and we believe that it would be best to get
Rocky Mountain National Park open as soon as possible to help get the economy started again.
Sincerely,
Bob & Carole Fixter
RM N P Status
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Jenny Zichterman <jennyzichterman@gmail.com> 7:30 AM (5 hours
ago)
Hello,
In advance of your meeting today, I ask you to please support opening up the National Park. There are many
ways that the safety of Estes Park residents can be maintained while allowing people to recreate in the
National Park! Set aside some businesses in the town for locals only, limit the number of day visitors, shut
down the shuttles. Keep the campgrounds open for Colorado residents because people who live close by can
be self-sufficient with the possible exception of gas. Keeping the park closed for an entire year is simply not
necessary. Please support opening the park in our state!
Jenny Zichterman
Littleton, CO
Jenny Z
To The Estes Park Town Board
Millie 7:30 AM (5 hours
ago)
Please encourage The Federal Government to open Rocky Mountain National
Park. As you know tourism is the life blood of this town and we need to
get the tourists back for our businesses to survive. The Park can open
safely by requiring people to be safe distances from each other and to
wear masks. Thank you for your consideration.
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Ronda M <rlmrlm2003@yahoo.com> 7:33 AM (5 hours
ago)
As someone who has come to Estes Park for 34 years. I know we can do this safely. When we come we stay
in a cabin away from others , in the park we are normally by ourselves. If they close the crowded places visitor
centers I know we can do this. Put in restrictions asking for masks if near anyone. Safe distances.
Please open the city needs our help, we need a sense of normalcy. The park needs us too!
Thank you
Ronda Mullins
Midlothian Texas
Please open Rocky Mountain National Park
Lois Knutson <loisknutson1@gmail.com> 7:33 AM (5 hours
ago)
Please considering beginning to open Rocky Mountain National Park. As the country begins the gradual
process of reopening, what better place to begin than with our national parks.
When America begins to travel again they will be taking road trips, and many of those adventures will include
visits to our national parks.
I first visited Rocky Mountain National Park when I was 5 years old and have been going back frequently over
the last 50 years. Please permit this national treasure to open again so that new generations can experience
the majesty and wonder of a visit to the mountains.
Respectfully,
Lois Knutson
Woodbury, MN
Mike Albert 7:38 AM (4 hours
ago)
to TownClerk
We need to have the park open or the town and businesses will not survive. So please open the park. MIKE
ALBERT Pine tree cabins
Please reopen RMNP!
Sharon Owen <ssperte@msn.com> 7:43 AM (4 hours
ago)
For the livelihood of our town, please reopen RMNP soon! I understand these are trying times, but we need to
look at the bigger picture and get on with life. Those who are at high risk, need to stay home and protect
themselves, but the rest of us need to get back to work. Respectfully, Sharon
Owen, Estes Park Resident & Housekeeper.
Estes Open
Marcy 7:46 AM (4 hours
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I have lived in Estes for over 50 years. Been a student, citizen, civic leader and business owner of multiple
businesses.
I am truly heart sick over the evaporation of our freedom right before our eyes.
We here who call Estes home, thru floods, fires and perils have always been the Strongest little Mountain
town in the West, Mountain Strong... we are kind, courageous, supportive, welcoming, come together in time
of need, sharing the most amazing jewel in Rocky Mountain National park! I have ALWAYS been So Proud to
say Estes is my home and Rocky is my backyard!
Please consider the family of business owners that make Estes Park who it is, who gives it life! God blessed us
with a backyard that is second to none, it is magical and healing. I am still in awe and excitement to experience
hiking and just being in the presence of Beauty! God's Creation.
PLEASE do not close our Backyard, it is salvation to so many. It is healing to our weary hearts, it is the safest
place to enjoy.
PLEASE don't force us, your neighbors to live in fear, disrespect, no community, help us to find our strength
together! Businesses are the life's blood, don't slowly bleed us dry.
I am sending this request as a local, side by side with each of you and trusting you won't make decisions out
of fear, and drama, but out of respect and love for your community, and Rocky....
Blessings of grace and Abundance to ALL,
Marcy Predmore-McPhee
Local & lover of my Home
RMNP
juliennemarie1@aol.com 7:49 AM (4 hours
ago)
To Whom It May Concern,
I am requesting that Rocky Mountain National Park be opened up. I understand that certain precautions will
need to be followed by the shops/stores in Estes Park, but the continual closure of our national parks is not
benefiting anyone. It is not only vital to the town of Estes Park, but to all of Colorado that RMNP open.
Many other states are opening their state parks. Let's show that Colorado is proud and strong! We can open
our parks and remain safe and healthy!
Thank you,
Julienne Schaeffer
Greeley CO 80634
Opening RMNP
Cindy <clfichter@sssnet.com> 7:53 AM (4 hours
ago)
Requesting that the park please be open . We need this not only for the town but for the people who come
here to enjoy such a beautiful park. Please consider opening. Thank you.
open the park!
E Finn <ellenfinnigan@gmail.com> 6:15 AM (6 hours
ago)
To Whom It May Concern:
The media has scared people. literally, out of their wits. This is absolute lunacy!
People are not being rational any more. Shutting down the entire economy is not going to "save lives."
People need to work, to eat! Take a look at these simple death numbers:
• Kid Nation under 15 years: 60.9 million persons and 13 deaths (0.02% of total) or 0.02 per 100,000;
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• Parents & Workers Nation 15-64: 214.5 million persons, 12,637 deaths (19.9% of total) and 5.9 per
100,000;
• Grandparents & Great Grandparents Nation 65 and o/der. 52.4 million persons, 50,819 deaths (80%
of total) and 97.0 per 100,000.
"In short, if you are thinking straight, you do not stop social congregation in the leisure, hospitality,
personal services and retail sectors to protect the 276 million persons in the Kids Nation and Parent &
Workers Nation, who comprise the overwhelming share of congregants there. Their risk of death is tiny.
Indeed, the Covid-mortality rate of 5.9 per 100,000 for the Parents & Workers Nation is barely above the
mortality rate for suicide among that age group and less than 1% of the cohort's total annual mortality rate of
more than 600 per 100,000.
If people don't feel safe going out, they can stay home!
The rest of us need to make money, so we can eat, so we can live.
Sincerely,
Ellen Finnigan
Reopening RMNP
Janine Dawley <jldawley@gmail.com> 7:56 AM (4 hours
ago)
Good morning,
I would like to address the reopening of Rocky.
First, I would like to acknowledge that there are many vocal residents who do not want the Park to reopen.
Yes, I meant to say "vocal". Some want to delay, some would keep the Park closed throughout the 2020
tourist season. I understand they are afraid. But I also understand that these are residents who are not
dependent on a paycheck any longer. The great thing is that people who don't have to leave their homes for
work can easily keep themselves safe by staying home. They will be at no more risk than they are now if they
simply continue to self isolate.
The second issue is really secondary to reopening the Park, but thaYs what we are discussing. We have
another segment of our residents that still need to work to feed their families, pay their rent or mortgage and
essentials like utilities. The shops and restaurants of Estes Park need the patrons that come for the Park.
Those patrons are the lifeblood of those businesses. The local residents will not keep the doors open for our
businesses, it will only happen by allowing tourism to return to Estes Park.
Since the 2013 flood Visit Estes Park has made a concerted effort to draw people to our town and it has
worked, to the disappointment of many residents who miss the quieter summer days downtown. We are a
tourist town and always have been. Unless you were born here, every one of us knew that when we moved
here. It's the price we pay for living in this beautiful outdoor playground. But it isn't just our playground. We
don't have the right to hold hostage a National Park. It doesn't belong to us, but to all taxpayers who fund it,
including the business people of Estes Park who are suffering without it.
I know of business owners who have everything they own invested in their business. They sold their home to
purchase an accommodation business and live at that business. If they don't have the traffic from Park visitors
they won't survive. That means they loose their home, because they live there, with their children. I know
of business owners selling personal possessions, including their family car, in order to survive the loss of
their income. Many of our workforce don't own homes, they can't afford to. Ask Crossroads Ministry how many
people they are assisting with not only food, but rent money since the pandemic began. This is not a long term
solution. People cannot survive without work and we have the ability to provide them that opportunity.
As town leadership you have a responsibility to ALL of our residents, not just the retired or wealthy. Leaders
making decisions about people being able to pay their essential bills continue to draw a paycheck, or in Estes,
may be retired. Unless you personally are going to pay rent, utilities or groceries for those out of work you have
a duty to provide them the opportunity to earn a living. It's time to put aside fear and support the working class
of Estes Park by providing them the opportunity to work by reopening Rocky Mountain National Park.
Janine Dawley
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Public Comment
Charley Dickey 8:06 AM (4 hours
ago)
Thank you for the opportunity to comment. I question whether this is really a public comment or shall we say
satisfies the intent of public comment. During the special meeting there were about 110 comments given three
hours prior to the meeting. Admittedly some of the Town Board didn't have an opportunity to read all them.
How can that be ok? I am requesting that all the public comments be read in to the record and the providers
name and address be stated just as if they stood at the podium. The citizens that took the time to comment
deserve that effort by the Board to be heard!
Now for my public comment:
Good Evening Major, Mayor Pro tem, Trustees,
My name is Charley Dickey. I live at here in Estes Park.
In the Town Board's haste to do something about the current Covid Crisis, a resolution was passed that was
more restrictive than the Larimer County Health departments guidelines without any facts or data to support
the decision. An emotional, knee-jerk decision "for the good of all" reasoning. Well, I differ with the move by the
Board. It was an overreach by the local government to protect the people. Maybe good intent but hurtful to
many at the same time. I implore the Board to amend or remove the resolution to follow the county guidelines
and let those with more knowledge and facts dictate our actions.
The enforcement of face masks in a privately owned business by the employees and owners is putting them in
harms way should not be their responsibility.
We need to open up Estes Park to the public safely now. We need ALL our business to be able to operate and
make a living. Let responsible adults make their decisions.
Lastly, We need a unanimous vote by the Board to request the Park open prior to Memorial Day.
Thanks for reading this into the record.
Charley L. Dickey IV
(970) 217-2533
ESTES PARK, COLORADO
For a weekend or a lifetime!
Where people stop and shop!
Families stay and play!
Reopen Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park
Gary Novotny <novot@garymichaels.com> 8:13 AM (4 hours
ago)
Good Morning,
I'm Gary Novotny, owner of Big Red of the Rockies on Moraine Avenue and our Son Evan is the Manager of
the shop. We have reopened within the CDC guidelines as well as Larimer County.
The first week has been very slow and days of zero sales and traffic. It is imperative that Estes Park makes an
effort to reach out to inform the general public that the town is open and safe to do business. The Park also
has to be open or this will be a major fall out and will cause many independent owners to fail. I certainly know
that the population of the town is aged around 60 years old, however they may have to change their lifestyle
this Summer as well in order to get through this crisis.
As a business owner in Nebraska for 37 years in which I own a men's clothing store Gary Michaels Clothiers,
our business has been devastated. We have been open limited hours only to have clients pick up tailoring. Our
sales since March 15 have been off 90%. Now we have reopened and still no clients are arriving. So my point
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is this, it is going to take 60 to 90 days to earn consumer confidence and many stores can't wait that long. If
Estes Park and the Park are shut down coming into the busy season there is no way you can pull out
financially .If consumers start to arrive in August and the park gets open it will be all to late
I'm sharing this so it can be presented to the decision makers in the Town of Estes. I have already experienced
how bad it is to be open all the time and then to reopen and still have no results in sales.
Regards,
Gary Novotny
Big Red of the Rockies
opening RMNP
Micaiah White <mwconstruction@gmail.com> 8:17 AM (4 hours
ago)
Please support opening the park. It's time to help funds trickle back into struggling business. Social distancing
cannot postpone the pandemic indefinitely without disastrous consequences to the town and it's working
residents.
Micaiah
Please open RMNP
Jenna Boston <jenna@murphysriverlodge.com> 8:24 AM (4 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern,
I am writing to ask that the town move forward with opening Estes Park and also represent the citizens and
businesses of Estes Park in the matter of pushing to reopen RMNP. Businesses, individuals, and families are
all struggling to stay alive during this pandemic. As we wait for word as to when we can reopen, we watch
other stores and cities consisting of larger volumes of people reopen or continue to operate. While tourism
does generate a larger number of people think of all the big box store, Walmart, home depot, lowes, hardware
stores, grocery stores, etc that see large volumes of people through their doors everyday with no major side
effects.
We are a town built on tourism and the longer we wait the greater the damage, we need to reopen before the
damage is too great to recover from. We will see a lot of the store we like to frequent slowly disappear,
restaurants we like to take visiting friends and family to will also start to fade away. Our business community is
ready to welcome visitors to Estes Park and reopen to the fullest extent allowed by state health guidelines. We
have put extra safety and cleaning measures in place and are waiting, but time is running out. We need to give
the people in our community their jobs back before we no longer have a community for people to visit. Most
families or individuals live pay check to pay check. It is time to reopen there are enough resources in place at
this point (pick up and delivery services) to provide people who are at risk or scared of going out. We are
ready!
Thank you,
Jenna Boston
Manager
Murphy's River Lodge
Opening of Estes Park and RMNP
JODY WORKMAN <stevenjojo12@gmail.com> 8:24 AM (4 hours
ago)
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Please consider opening the town and RMNP. The numbers are no where near where we were told they
would be and it's time to get out and do life again. We have been lied to and it's time to wake up and stop
living in fear.
Jody Workman
RMNP
Sara Curry <scurry@group.com> 8:26 AM (4 hours
ago)
Good morning,
This is a request to please open Rocky Mountain National Park to help support the local economy, as well as
improve quality of life for the community.
Thank you!
Sara Curry
Open RMNP
Justin Palmesano <jpalmesano@gmail.com> 8:36 AM (4 hours
ago)
Dear Town Clerk,
My#1 need right now is to make the voice of the people heard at the Board of Trustee Meeting on Tuesday,
May 12th. Estes Park needs RMNP to be open in order for businesses to survive. Paychecks feed
families. Paychecks make house payments. Please consider this motion to open RMNP in order for the town
of Estes and the families and businesses of Estes to thrive.
Thanks,
Justin Palmesano
Shut down
John Laughlin <jlaughlin62@icloud.com> 8:44 AM (4 hours
ago)
No business, no taxes. Your out of a job with the rest of us.
Please be smart don't kill this town. The retired can stay at home. We can't !!
Please please please be wise!!!
Rocky Mountain National Park
Kerri Palmesano <kerri.lewis26@gmail.com> 8:37 AM (4 hours
ago)
To Whom It May Concern:
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This is a request to please re-open Rocky Mountain National Park. The many small and large business owners
of Estes Park needs the park open in order to maintain not only their businesses, but their homes, food and
more.
Estes Park needs RMNP to be open in order for businesses to survive. Paychecks feed families. Paychecks
make house payments.
Thank you for considering,
Help me Feed my family!
David Ranglos <dave.ranglos@gmail.com> 8:47 AM (4 hours
ago)
Greetings,
This is an uncertain time, and in uncertain times flexibility is key.
The citizens have given what they can. Its time not to live in fear. If you are at risk stay home.
Let people assume some of their own responsibility! Why is the government offering edicts, telling me to wash
my hands and stay home if I am sick? How hold do you think we are. The citizens are not toddlers. You are not
my mommy or daddy, and you most importantly are NOT my doctor.
Grow up and act like adults, put your big boy pants on and go back to work.
Add covid 19 to a VERY long list of possible ailments that could kill you.
This community is not only for citizens 60 years old and plus. The National Park belongs to all citizens of the
United States.
This community lives and dies on accommodations no heads in beds, no money, no taxes?
Businesses will die, livelihoods will be lost, jobs lost, forever, they will not come back, not for years if ever!
Stop hindering the life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness of your citizens. Stop making emotional decisions,
to score political points. Use some common sense. If the sick need a doctor then they will go to a doctor they
will not be hiking longs peak!
My family has owned businesses in Estes Park since 1932. My mother was the youngest ever member of the
chamber of commerce, and my grandpa started the log cabin waffel shop we understand Estes Park very well.
Generations of family businesses in Estes Park have been built on attracting visitors. Now we dont want
them?
Millions of dollars are spent every year attracting visitors to Estes Park. As a community we even voted
to implement a bed tax to help us. Why, so that we could raise money to hire people to stimulate demand
attracting visitors. If the park remains closed, I am not sure we need the tax or visit estes park any longer. More
jobs lost?
Family Legacies are at risk, childrens future education is at risk, your community is at risk.
Help us survive, shuttering the national park one day longer only compounds and accelerates the economic
loss. May is at less than 5% occupancy. If that happens again in June you will see blood in the streets.
Time is running out! Have some courage and faith in your fellow citizens.
Open it Now...6 week vacation is over!
�
, Lodge
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Jeannine <jc@roncaskey.com> 8:48 AM (4 hours
ago)
Rocky Mountain National Park is truly one of the most beautiful places on earth. My husband and I come up
there many times a year to enjoy that beauty and serenity. I believe that is part of the reason the National
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Parks were created. And they belong to the citizens of the United States. Yes, open the Parks. I also
understand the dilemma the town of Estes Park faces with the number of people who visit. But those
businesses survive on those tourist dollars. No tourists. No dollars. No businesses.
My mother and her sister travelled from lowa to visit the Park and Estes in the mid 1940s. So my family has
been coming there about 75 years. My mom just turned 97 years old. She lives in an assisted living facility in
lowa. She loves receiving the salt water taffy we mail her when we visit Estes. As for us, we have purchased
thousands of dollars of artwork, meals, entertainment and lodging because the businesses were open to
provide it. We seldom leave with a carmel apple from Laura's Fudge Shop. Over the years we have
introduced many of our local and out of state friends to the beauty of the Park and the town of Estes. Please
help your businesses to stay in business so they can provide a good living for their families while sharing this
most beautiful place on earth with the rest of us.
Jeannine Caskey
Open RMNP
Will Daniel <wddaniel@me.com> 9:00 AM (3 hours
ago)
Rocky Mountain National Park is an outdoor adventure, thus ease to practice social distancing. If we're not out
hiking we're in our cars. Please consider having RMNP open. Shuttles would have to go along with other
restrictions, but to hold off the whole park, most of which is not an issue just doesn't make sense.
We look forward to visiting Estes Park every year and RMNP. Please find a way for this to work. We all know
things will never be the same, but closing the park doesn't seem like a solution. We all have to find a way to
make this all work.
Thank you,
Will Daniel
park opening
Ming, Randy L. <RLMing@foleyeq.com> 9:05 AM (3 hours
ago)
The failure to open Rocky Mountain National Park will be a financial disaster for not only the businesses of
Estes Park but also for the City of Estes Park from a loss of sales tax. Business failure will lead to real state
failure and a further strain on the economic situation for Estes Park. From a health perspective... we have no
guarantee of a vaccine. Ever. The best protection we can give to our weak and elderly is for the health
population to get the virus and get through it so we can protect them from the virus.
Be wise and don't live in fear. Living not to die is not living at all.
Randal Ming
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Kathleen Smith <katkat1127@yahoo.com> 9:14 AM (3 hours
ago)
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Reasons NOT to keep Rocky closed
Fees pay for upkeep, new facilities, staffing....including to some extent I believe law enforcement and FIRE
PROTECTION.
No law to control illegal camping and fires....then no fire fighters to keep Rocky and Estes from becoming
waste lands.
Estes economy almost entirely based in one way or another on traffic visiting the Park.
No visitors...no sales tax revenue ......no Town law enforcement...less $ and resources for fire
protection......general EMS protection reduced due to LESS $$$$
No visitors...no jobs.....no volunteer fire fighters, .. teachers, police officers....leave Estes for paying, or better
paying jobs that they cant get here, because there is no $ coming into town or county coffers to pay for them.
Retired folks, folks who came here to retire, folks who don't rely directly on the tourist income think they are
immune to the effects of less tax revenue...be it either sales or property tax...however, they will eventually be
impacted by the loss of first responders,
general services provided by local contractors, and other services they enjoy when those folks listed cant
afford to stay here because the town ,county, and remaining businesses and residents cant keep up with the
fiscal demands that WOULD have been seen to by sales tax and property tax.
Thank you for your time.
National Park
Kelli Fry <kfry@sispaint.com> 9:15 AM (3 hours
ago)
To Whom It May Concern:
It makes no sense to me that the National Park is not open. Elk do not get the virus, and I'm sure they would
exercise social distancing.
I do not understand your rational when downtown businesses desperately need customers.
Lowell Fay
Estes, CO
Open RMNP
KIM LEMIRANDE <klemirande@aol.com> 9:15 AM (3 hours
ago)
Dear Town Trustees,
I am writing to you to ask that you please advocate to open RMNP and restaurants. My husband and I have
owned a business in town for 17 years. My husband has been in Estes since middle school and I have been
here since 1995. We have been lucky enough to raise 2 kids here. Our daughter graduated from EPHS last
year and our son is a Sophomore. They have both played sports with the school and have done well
academically. Estes Park is all we know to call home.
We own a home here. We pay our property tax on our home and commercial property. We pay our sales tax
from our business revenue. If RMNP does not open, tourists who support this town will not come. Without the
tourists Estes Park will not survive. Our small businesses will not survive. My business will not survive. Estes
is our home. We have no where else to go.
We closed our business to "flatten the curve" and "save lives", but how many healthy lives have to suffer to do
this? We don't quarantine the healthy we quarantine the sick. Those who are at risk should stay home and
protect themselves. The healthy should go on and live their lives.
It is unconstitutional for you to make me close my business. I have a right to keep it open.
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Estes Park is our HOME.
Sincerely,
The Lemirande Family
Re-opening RMNP
Cleone Beall <cleone.beall@gmail.com> 9:24 AM (3 hours
ago)
Please promote the re-opening of RMNP.
I am a person over 70 years old. Yes, I am at a higher risk for the flu; no matter which kind it is. But I am very
ready for Estes Park and the RMNP to be open to out-of-town guests. We can take the additional measures
recommended by the health officials but postponing "opening" will make it more difficult for our good
businesses to survive. The town relies on the tax revenues of these businesses. So what does the whole
town look like if we delay these openings any further?
Sincerely,
Cleone Beall
CDC Recommends Fresh Air to help slow the spread!
Dave Ranglos <admin@glacierlodgeonline.com> 9:33 AM (3 hours
ago)
Open the National Park Now!
It's pretty easy to self distance on more than 500 miles of hiking trails? Again, common sense would suggest
that over the last two months billions of people on the planet have got the mitigation figured out, we do not
need mommy and daddy to tell us to wash our hands.
The National Park belongs to all citizens of the United States. A small group of"high risk" individuals do not
get to make the choice for millions of citizens!
Our elected officials serve "we the people", "we the people" are telling you to open the national park now!
Sincerely,
Dave Ranglos, owner
Opening RMNP
Michaela Blazek <mblazek3@gmail.com> 9:34 AM (3 hours
ago)
Hello,
We are long time visitors from NE, and have a townhome we rent out in Stanley Village. I understand the need
to be cautious, but not opening the park seems to be overkill. Fresh air and enjoying nature are not a problem
in this Coronavirus fight. PLEASE vote to re-open the park!
Thank you,
Michaela and John Blazek
Support
Debbie Black 9:39 AM (3 hours
ago)
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I am writing to support RMNP and Estes Park! Businesses will not survive if the park and town are not open!
Thank you!
Deborah Black
open RMNP
Carissa Streib <cstreib11@gmail.com> 9:42 AM (3 hours
ago)
Hi there!
I am writing to ask you to support opening RMNP. As a small business owner in downtown Estes we are really
feeling the effects of the park being closed. While we understand the initial reasoning for closing the park we
feel we are ready to handle more visitors.
Also, I am hoping you will consider changing the mask ordinance so people can eat and drink. And please take
away the monetary fine. It really does give off a bad look for Estes Park and people remember this type of
stuff. The feeling of being unwelcomed. This is not the feeling we want to bring people. We want them to feel
confidant in our businesses that we have done all we need to, to open safely. We need them to want to support
us and still practice safe tendencies. This is something that people are already doing and dont need to be told
to do when they are walking in an outdoor setting.
Thanks so much for your time and service.
Carissa Streib
Rmnp
Waldo Paul <waldo_308@msn.com> 9:42 AM (3 hours
ago)
Good morning.
My name is Waldo Paul.
I am a year round resident of Estes Park and I also a business owner in Estes Park.
We need to open rmnp to some degree to get business and the economy in Estes Park back on track
otherwise our tow will face some very dire consequences. It can be done while we protect the rest of our
population.
Regards Waldo Paul
RMNP MUST OPEN!!!!
Megan Corey <megan.corey01@gmail.com> 9:43 AM (3 hours
ago)
Hello!
My family has a small business in Estes Park and we rely on tourism to remain open. It is sad that anyone
would even consider keeping the National Park closed as it is something that many many people enjoy and
travel here for. We rely on the summer tourism! It would be DEVASTATING to our business and MANY others
in town if the park does not open.
PLEASE open the park if you want the Estes Park business community to survive.
Thank you
Megan McMahon
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Public Input on reopening RMNP
Jubilations Catering 9:43 AM (3 hours
ago)
Hi Jackie,
I would like the town to strongly urge RMNP to reopen as soon as possible. Our town is filled with small,
privately owned businesses such as ours that will not survive without an influx of tourism this summer. Let's
come up with a plan to keep our senior and vulnerable citizens at home - grocery delivery, mail delivery,
pharmacy delivery. The amount of tax revenue generated in a few days will more than cover the expense of
setting up these programs. If these programs are implemented and our vulnerable citizens choose to go out
and mingle with our tourists that is their decision and a risk they are clearly willing to take.
Sandy Paul
Owner
Jubilations Catering and The Bristlecone Inn
RMNP
Scott Bockelmann 9:45 AM (3 hours
ago)
Dear Town Trustees,
Please consider recommending to the Department of Interior that they open Rocky Mountain National Park. I
realize that this will be a difficult decision and I can see both sides of the issue. I also realize that you will get
input from those in favor of keeping RMNP closed as well as those wanting it to open. Count me as in favor of
having the DOI open RMNP.
Thank you for your consideration--Scott Bockelmann
Please Open RMNP
Brian Goddard 9:45 AM (3 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern:
We are STRONG advocates of opening RMNP before Memorial Day 2020. We are owners of Cinnamon's
Bakery in town, we are locals and we depend on tourist revenue over the summer for income. Without income
from the tourists who visit our exceptionally special town each summer, we may not be able to keep our doors
open. And as we all know, it's the small businesses that make Estes Park what it is.
PLEASE consider re-opening RMNP for the summer, otherwise ours and many other small businesses in
town MAY NOT SURVIVE!
Respectfully
Dana and Lisa Kammersgard, and Brian and Sarah Goddard
Owners
Cinnamon's Bakery
Please open RMNP (and a NEW IDEA no one is discussing)
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J Johnston <jenny.l.johnston@googlemail.com> 9:46 AM (3 hours
ago)
Please share with Trustees and Mayor
My husband and I own a small hotel called The Landing at Estes Park. I am an Army Veteran having flown
Blackhawk helicopters in Iraq and Afghanistan, I am a mother to three small children, and I have an MBA from
Duke University. Yet, the forced closure of our business and RMNP has been one of the most stressful times
I've experienced. After leaving the military in 2015, we purchased and entirely renovated a rundown eyesore
on Spur 66 near the Beaver Meadows Entrance. We took a chance (and by chance I mean we took on millions
$ in debt) on starting a tourism-based business because after all, this is a tourist town and it always has been.
We were confident that this community supported its main source of income and stability and knew its place as
the gateway town outside of a National Park. Its roots are in tourism, not retirement.
Many retirees want to sink us and ask for forgiveness later, if ever. They are fine watching businesses fail so
that they can continue to wander the town without being inconvenienced, as if they have an omnipotent, moral
claim to this town and our National Park. They want to meander down Elkhorn, or hike, or peruse the library
shelves without anyone else around and without increased risk to their health. None of these activities are
essential, but I as a business owner am being made to suffer so that this unyielding population can have this
luxury?! How is this justified?
Solution (that no one seems to be discussinp):
We mobilize and organize our eager population of volunteers to deliver groceries and essential items
to the doorsteps of vulnerable or fearful citizens. They wouldn't have to go to Safeway or the library or
the hardware store (and let's face it-- there's never a reason for them to go downtown). The summer
crowds in Safeway are their biggest concern, so let's mitigate that for them!
We have been crippled by the closure of lodging and RMNP —there's crushing debt and bills stacking up and
we are hobbling along. We cannot keep our housekeepers employed. We have small children to support. We
do not qualify for government relief because we have no W2 employees.
Please DO NOT advocate for RMNP's continued closure.
Respectfully,
Jennifer Johnston
OPEN RMNP!!!!I!!!!!!
Tim McMahon <tim.mcmahon8@yahoo.com> 9:50 AM (3 hours
ago)
RMNP MUST open for businesses to survive in Estes Park. Our family business and other businesses in Estes
Park rely on Summer tourism to survive the year. It is sad to hear that anyone would NOT want the park to
open. Many people travel to the town to enjoy the park. There is a SAFE way for people to enjoy the park and
to support local business. If the park does not open it will be devastating to the local buisinesses and
economy.
OPEN THE PARK!!!ltti
Tim McMahon
Rocky mountain national park
Chris Ashby <christopher.p.ashby@gmail.com> 9:53 AM (3 hours
ago)
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Good morning to whom it concerns, being a working class resident of Estes Park, I feel an obligation to voice
my opinion on the closing of the park. While I do see the impact of less tourism benefiting a small number of
well off at risk residents that isn't the majority of the population. Business across the town are struggling
because of the closure, we all rely on the attractiveness of the park to bring in customers. Every business in
Estes Park is secondary to the attraction of the park. Tourists from across the world come to witness the
beauty of our town and park. While they are here they spend more money in our shops, in our tours and
recreation, stay at our hotels, eat at our amazing restaurants, and support our economy in general. How much
money would the county lose from park passes, out of resident fishing licenses, all of this would be drastically
reduced if not depleted completely if you close the park. There's no bigger draw for any surrounding town than
the park, especially for Estes Park and Grand Lake. It would indirectly cripple the whole working class that
cannot just close up indefinitely. Implement a mask required law for the park and social distancing guidance for
parking lots and peaks. People will obey if given the opportunity.
Rocky Mountain National Park
Jenna MacG 9:54 AM (3 hours
ago)
Hello Town Board and RMNP officials
I know this Pandemic is not something that anyone wants to deal with but we need you to address the closure
of RMNP. I ask that you kindly reopen our National Park. I understand why it was closed but now that we are
seeing lower COVID-19 numbers in Colorado we have had time prepare for the pandemic and slowed the
spread we need to allow people to visit RMNP once again. We of course need to be careful and have safety
1 st for our park rangers, animals of the park but people can not be held inside all the time and they are already
coming to Estes Park even with the Park closed. In Estes we work as a close tie to the National Park and
need the Park to drive the visitors here for our financial health as well as our physical health.
Please reopen our beautiful RMNP we desire and need to get back to this beautiful area and so do our
visitors.
Thank you and stay healthy and safe!
Jenna MacGregor
Historic Park Theatre
Reel Mountain Theater
The Slab
The Slab Arcade
Park Theatre Cafe
Open the park & the town
C Coakley <christy.coakley@gmail.com> 9:54 AM (3 hours
ago)
How can you possibly consider closing the National Park & town for the remainder of the year? It's a National
park & it belongs to everyone. I'm sure there are many businesses in Estes that are hurting because of the
closures. Open it up & let people live their lives!!!
5/12 RMNP
Sandy Peterson <sdfp29@charter.net> 9:58 AM (3 hours
ago)
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Please reopen Rocky Mountain National Park!! As soon as possible. The businesses of Estes Park need it to
reopen so they can survive! Selfishly, I'd like to visit RMNP from Nebraska like I have for 30 years. But I can't
come there now. I'm concerned about all of the wonderful businesses, stores, shops, restaurants that we
want to survive. PLEASE REOPEN!!!
Thank you.
Sandy Peterson
Grand island, NE.
Letter to support opening RMNP
Daniel Sewell 10:00 AM (3 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern,
In my position I am afforded the opportunity to speak to many business owners in town and the overall
sentiment I've been hearing is that without continued financial support from the government, they will not be
able to float through this shut down. So for the well-being of our businesses here in Estes I ask that you please
do everything you can to find a way to support opening RMNP.
Thank you,
Daniel
Daniel Sewell
Estes Park Trail-Gazette
Please open RMNP
Inbox x
Simone Paul <simone.paul9@gmail.com> 10:07 AM (3 hours
ago)
Hello,
One of my favorite parts of this town is RMNP and the access we have to that. My family owns a local
business in town, and we did not receive funding from the PPP(which would only last for three months
anyway). We are not prepared to be without income for a year. Right now we are hurting, and if the park stays
closed all summer, things will get much worse for us. Speaking for the many small, local, family-owned
businesses in this town, we will go down if the park does not open in some capacity this summer. The entire
downtown strip is small businesses, which are so vulnerable right now. With the correct programs in place to
protect our vulnerable population (such as grocery and pharmacy delivery), we could protect them while also
protecting the economy of the town. Please consider the economic health in addition to the physical health of
our community. There is a balance to be found, and a way to keep our residents safe but also resume
business in some capacity. Please, please, consider opening the park, for the sake of the town and local
businesses.
Thank you,
Simone Paul
Open in Rocky mountain national Park
Susan Mock 10:11 AM (3 hours
ago)
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You must consider opening Rocky mountain national Park and opening soon. Without having Rocky mountain
national Park open most businesses, including myself will probably close. Please reconsider closing the park
and reopen it very soon.
Susan Mock
The Stitchin'Den
Keep Rocky Mountain National Park OPEN!
annette.s.johnson@gmail.com 10:28 AM (2 hours
ago)
To whom it may concern,
I've just been informed that a group of local citizens in Estes Park are attempting to keep Rocky Mountain
national Park closed for the season. We are planning a visit this summer, because that is our national Park, as
I am a US citizen and I pay for that park. Local residents should not have a say in the hours of operation of a
national Park. I believe the country is well-informed now on how to keep themselves and other safe during this
pandemic. If residents of Estes Park wish to isolate themselves from national problems, perhaps they should
move to an area that doesn't have a national jewel at its doorstep.
Sincerely
Annette Johnson
Closure
John Laughlin <jlaughlin62@icloud.com> 10:31 AM (2 hours
ago)
You do not own the park. How dare you try to regulate what you don't own.
Communism at its best ..
This is every bodies park. Stay out trustees. Trustee????? I trust you will make the right decision
Rocky Mountain NP closing for the season?????
Timothy Olsen <timothy.olsen@fedex.com> 10:37 AM (2 hours
ago)
to me, Timothy
With all due respect, this is not only devastation to the local community and businesses, but to the sanity of the
many that are currently in lock-down and have been dreaming of coming to this National Park to begin their
recovery from this long and drawn out epidemic.
Just yesterday, my sister from Ohio said she and here daughter were coming to see me in Longmont this
summer. My first response was I have the perfect place for us to go. You guessed it, RMNP.
Please do not let me nor thousands of people who are so looking forward to some sanity when this all breaks.
Respectfully,
Tim Olsen
15 year resident of Longmont Colorado
Open RMNP
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Mark Law <marklaw615@gmail.com> 10:38 AM (2 hours
ago)
Dear Mayor and Trustees,
It is time to open RMNP. As the state of Colorado has started the process of reopening society it is time to
also open RMNP. There are many reasons for this including physical outdoor activity, benefit of inental health,
and the economic wellbeing of the business owners in Estes Park. Failure to reopen RMNP may have a
greater negative impact on the Estes valley then Covid-19 itself. One recently released set of data shows that
in New York City, 66% of those hospitalized were following stay at home guidelines. I believe data will
continue to show that outside activities while practicing social distancing and good common sense is the best
course of action. With that, I encourage you to recommend the opening of RMNP.
Sincerely,
Mark E. Law
Rocky Mountain National Park
John Ehlert <jehlert@tsiproducts.com> 10:41 AM (2 hours
ago)
Trustees,
My name is John Ehlert and although we currently live in Arlington Texas my heart resides in Colorado as both
my wife and I are natives. I was born in Longmont and my wife Sandra was born in Palmer Lake, we typically
return to the area a minimum of four (4) times a year and more when our schedules allow. There is hardly a
trip that we don't venture to the Park and visit Estes as my family still calls Longmont home. We were shocked
to learn that there was a push to close a National Park and a community such as Estes to visitors. What a
travesty that would be for all of us Americans, not too mention the towns people who thrive on us visitors who
elect to spend our hard earned dollars in their establishments.
Hopefully common sense and logic will prevail over the preceding and freedom will continue to ring load and
clear for all of America!
John
John H. Ehlert
CEO
TSI Products, Inc.
Arlington, TX 76011
Public Comment for 5/12 Board Meeting
Della Terra Mountain Chateau 10:47 AM (2 hours
ago)
To the Town Board of Trustees,
It is our understanding that Colorado is in the process of opening State Parks. We would be extremely
disappointed if Rocky Mountain National Park did not follow suit and open. We are all aware of the benefits of
being outdoors and active. Closing our National Parks may be counter productive to restoring the mental and
physical health of our communities.
We respectfully request that the Town of Estes Park policies remain consistent with the State of
Colorado. Enacting policies that are more restrictive than state guidelines disproportionately injures Estes
Park business owners and would be financially and emotionally devastating for so many families.
As stated by our state leaders, there will be an ongoing need for our elderly and vulnerable to protect
themselves nationwide as our country opens back up. We would ask our town and county to continue focusing
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resources on creating services to support this population of people if they desire to shelter in place. At the
same time, they should equally support the livelihood of the town's businesses to enable us to resume bringing
in revenue and tax dollars to support our employees and community services.
Let's welcome visitors back to Estes Park and reopen to the extent allowed by State health guidelines.
Thank you,
Darell and Pam Amelang
Marty and Audrey Miller
Sandy Garcia
Della Terra Mountain Chateau
RMNP
DEBORAH TOTH <debtoth60@yahoo.com> 10:56 AM (2 hours
ago)
Please open the parks for people to enjoy.
Rocky Mountain National Park opening- URGENT !!!!
Janet Howe <jcdhowe@hotmail.com> 10:57 AM (2 hours
ago)
Estes Park Town Council;
I am resident of Colorado and a lifelong patron of Rocky Mountain National Park . I am a retired community
banker by trade and understand the lifeblood of our economy is small business . I am also on the Board of a
non-profit that serves the homeless and those most vulnerable In the community of Longmont . Colorado's
economy is 77% reliant upon tourism. Seventy-seven percent.
No doubt the Town of Estes Park is more than 90% reliant upon tourism from Rocky Mountain National Park .
Shelter in Place has devastated our economy, devastated Americans financially. Unemployment is the highest
is has been since the Great Depression and it is estimated that more than 25% of small businesses will not
survive. At HOPE in Longmont , we have seen a dramatic rise in need , both individuals and families now
homeless and those food at risk.
Financial crisis can be devastating for a lifetime. Homelessness , bankruptcy, substance abuse, domestic
violence , suicide... just to name a few.
It is imperative that we reopen our economy and reopen to tourism by Memorial Day of this year.
Imperative! Rocky Mountain National Park tourism is a huge draw locally and for the entire state. It
benefits all Coloradans economically .
Small business paychecks feed families , make mortgage payments. Tourism drives small business in
Estes Park as well as the rest of Colorado.
Do the right thing and push for reopening of RMNP by May 22nd if not sooner !
Respectfully ,
Janet Howe
cc: Senator Cory Gardner
RMNP opening
snowypeakswinery@att.net 11:02 AM (2 hours
ago)
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I am writing to encourage the Town Trustees to request that Rocky Mountain National Park reopen as soon as
they can safely do so. The economy of Estes Park and other gateway communities is dependent on visitors to
the park and that visitorship is very time dependent. Income lost during the summer months will never be
recovered, which will not just put many businesses in jeopardy, but will greatly reduce tax income into the
Town, now and well into the future. The amenities that all citizens enjoy will have to be cut back, making Estes
a less desirable hometown, further reducing our ability to recover from the shut-down. Waiting to open the park
until the busy season is upon us may lead to a rush of visitors we are unable to manage. It is better to do it in
May so we can slowly ramp up and make adjustments to help keep everyone safe, while accommodating their
needs. The park and the people who visit it are the life-blood of Estes Park and always have been.
We must find a way to reopen the park and our town in a safe and measured way as soon as possible.
Thanks,
Candice Mohr
Snowy Peaks Winery
Park and masks
Drmjmeyer 11:25 AM (2 hours
ago)
Open the park please and try and use science as your guide, as a part time Estes resident and an
epidemiologist there are no guides lines or science behind wearing masks outside , social distancing works just
as well. As for the Park please open it, again science says as long as you maintain reasonable social
distancing the park should open.
Regards,
Michael Meyer
Estes Valley business community
Jeff Hines 11:37 AM (2 hours
ago)
Dear Town Trustees,
I would like to thank you for your support of local area businesses- to include the Vacation Rental business in
Estes Park. Local Businesses are the biggest employer not only in Estes Park, but also in Larimer County and
our country as a whole.
As you know, The draw of RMNP and the Hospitality business sector are together, the economic engine that
allows support for all facets of infrastructure in Estes Park.
We are fortunate to have these two important partners, which drive sales tax, Restaurant visits, and support all
other businesses. Without them, our taxes would likely increase by a wide margin.
My wife and I have been home owners since 2008, and feel fortunate that we can share our home with others.
The income from our vacation home rental, allows for all home maintenance, and also pays us in our
retirement years.
I thank you, the Trustees, for your support of the Vacation Rental and Hospitality business in Estes Park.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions, or would like further information.
Jeffrey Hines
Owner
Estes Park, CO 80517
Careful re-opening of the Town of Estes Park and RMNP
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Kevin Dennis <kevindennis@mountaintownrockers.com> 11 :39 AM (1 hour ago)
Good day,
I am writing this message on behalf of myself and one of my
employers GREEN JEEP TOURS. I am the lead Nature Tour Guide for Green
Jeep Tours, and I am also a local gig worker in the town with my band
"THE MOUNTAIN TOWN ROCKERS". Green Jeep Tours is in favor of the
careful re-opening of both RMNP and The Town of Estes Park. The Mountain
Town Rockers are also in favor of the careful re-opening of both RMNP
and the Town of Estes Park. Thank you.
Kevin Dennis
Green Jeep Tours
The Mountain Town Rockers
Reopen Estes Park
Christopher Shotts <chris@shottsmerrymancpas.com> 11:41 AM (1 hour
ago)
I am writing on behalf of our CPA firm, Shotts, Merryman & Company.
We wish to record our concern about the rumored request by the town board to keep RMNP closed for the
season. We have spent the last two months assisting our numerous Estes Park business clients in their efforts
to remain viable. This has been, as you are aware, an extremely difficult time. We share the sentiments of our
clients in belief that if Estes Park businesses cannot open with tourists being able to utilize RMNP, these
businesses may indeed have to close permanently. We implore the town board not to express a desire to
keep RMNP closed. There has to be a reasonable balance between commerce and health concerns for the
Estes Valley.
Sincerely,
Christopher J. Shotts
Shotts, Merryman & Company
Estes Park, CO 80517
Open RMNP
helensevans@aol.com 11:48 AM (1 hour
ago)
I believe that RMNP must open for the overall good of Estes Park.
Helen Evans.
Please reopen the RMNP
nikki <nikki@greenjeeptour.com> 11:52 AM (1 hour
ago)
Please reopen the park.
The longer the park is closed the more damage will be done to the community. With damage focused on
working families and small businesses.
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Those at risk need to take safety precautions wherever they are whether the park is open or not. I realize Estes
has a high population of"at risk" in our community, but those at risk should be avoiding Safeway and public
areas whether the park is open or closed.
Please keep in mind that our community really struggles with good employees and staffing in a regular year.
Further reducing jobs will be harmful to everyone who works to support themselves, and unemployment for a
year is not enough for individuals to pay rent and house payments.
A few ideas are one way trails around the lakes. Enforcing masks on the trails and shuttles. Starting the
shuttles earlier and continuing later with reduced seating; to disperse people more evenly throughout the day.
Or, completely reduce shuttles if you must.
I have my Doctor of Pharmacy and am very much aware of diseases and treatments. Being outdoors is the
safest place a person can be. Viruses are killed by UV light, not to mention the air we breath is quickly
dispersed in the outdoors.
The people who come up to be active and go hiking are healthier and less likely to have complications with
Covid. Please include this in your data. You CANNOT correlate the average New Yorker with the hiking
community of Rocky Mountain National Park.
Thank you,
Nikki Schultz
Reopen park in May
nikkipharmd@plattemed.org 11:59 AM (1 hour
ago)
Please reopen the park. Other parks are able to safely reopen and I have faith the RMNP has the same
abilities and resources.
Asking the park to remain closed is detrimental to everyone not receiving social security checks.
This town has a hard time seeing past self interests, but please try.
Nikki
Rocky Mountain National Park
blakejly@aol.com 12:00 PM (1 hour
ago)
Hello, Please reopen the park As soon As possible. I own Blake Trading downtown. The past 10 days I have
seen few visitors who all comply with the mask rules. People understand and would like to visit the park and
keep social distancing rules. It is important to us small business to reopen as soon as possible. Thank
you Marsha Blake
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Memo '
To: Honorable Mayor Koenig
Board of Trustees
Town Administrator Machalek
From: Jackie Williamson, Town Clerk
Date: May 12, 2020 (Updated 05-08-2020)
RE: Liquor Licensing: Public Hearing for a New Hotel & Restaurant Liquor
License Application for Sunny Acre Corp dba The Egg of Estes, 393 E.
Elkhorn Avenue, Estes Park, Colorado
Objective:
Approval of a new Hotel & Restaurant liquor license located at 393 E. Elkhorn Avenue,
Estes Park, Colorado. Application filed by Sunny Acre Corp dba The Egg of Estes.
Present Situation:
An application for a new Hotel & Restaurant liquor license was received by the Town
Clerk's office on March 28, 2020. All necessary paperwork and fees were submitted;
please see the attached Procedure for Hearing on Application — New Liquor License for
additional information. The applicant is aware of the Town Board's Training for
Intervention Procedures (TIPS) requirement and has completed the training.
Proposal:
To present the application for the Town Board's review and consideration for a new
Hotel & Restaurant liquor license.
Advantaqes:
Approval of the license provides the business owner with the opportunity to operate a
liquor-licensed establishment in the Town of Estes Park.
Disadvantaqes:
The owner is denied a business opportunity to serve alcohol to patrons.
Action Recommended:
Staff recommends continuing this item to May 26, 2020 to allow staff sufficient time to
publish quasi-judicial virtual public hearing procedures.
Budqet:
The fee paid to the Town of Estes Park for a new Hotel & Restaurant Liquor license is
$1319. The fee covers the administrative costs related to processing the application,
background checks, and business licensing. In addition, the annual renewal fee
payable to the Town of Estes Park for a Hotel & Restaurant Liquor license is $869.
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Level of Public Interest
Low
Sample Motion:
The Board of Trustees approve/deny continuing the Public Hearing to May 26, 2020.
Attachments:
Procedure for Hearing
Application
Individual History
Police Report
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T��N o� ESTES PARr
Memo '
To: Honorable Mayor Koenig
Board of Trustees
Town Administrator Machalek
From: Jackie Williamson, Town Clerk
Date: May 12, 2020
RE: Liquor Licensing: New Hotel & Restaurant Liquor License Application for
Sunny Acre Corp dba The Egg of Estes, 393 E. Elkhorn Avenue, Estes
Park, Colorado
Obiective:
Approval of a new Hotel & Restaurant liquor license located at 393 E. Elkhorn Avenue,
Estes Park, Colorado. Application filed by Sunny Acre Corp dba The Egg of Estes.
Present Situation:
An application for a new Hotel & Restaurant liquor license was received by the Town
Clerk's office on March 28, 2020. All necessary paperwork and fees were submitted;
please see the attached Procedure for Hearing on Application — New Liquor License for
additional information. The applicant is aware of the Town Board's Training for
Intervention Procedures (TIPS) requirement and has completed the training.
Proposal:
To present the application for the Town Board's review and consideration for a new
Hotel & Restaurant liquor license.
Advantaqes:
Approval of the license provides the business owner with the opportunity to operate a
liquor-licensed establishment in the Town of Estes Park.
Disadvantaqes:
The owner is denied a business opportunity to serve alcohol to patrons.
Action Recommended:
Approval of the application for a new Hotel & Restaurant liquor license.
Budqet:
The fee paid to the Town of Estes Park for a new Hotel & Restaurant Liquor license is
$1319. The fee covers the administrative costs related to processing the application,
background checks, and business licensing. In addition, the annual renewal fee
payable to the Town of Estes Park for a Hotel & Restaurant Liquor license is $869.
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Level of Public Interest
Low
Sample Motion:
The Board of Trustees finds that the reasonable requirements of the neighborhood
are/are not met by the present liquor outlets in the neighborhood and that the desires of
the adult inhabitants are/are not for the granting of this liquor license. Based upon
these findings, I move that the application for a new Hotel & Restaurant liquor license
filed by Sunny Acre Corp dba The Egg of Estes be approved/denied.
Attachments:
Procedure for Hearing
Application
Individual History
Police Report
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July 2002
PROCEDURE FOR HEARING ON APPLICATION
NEW LIQUOR LICENSE
1. MAYOR.
The next order of business will be the public hearing on the application of Sunny Acre
Corp dba The Egg of Estes for a new Hotel & Restaurant Liquor License located
at 393 E. Elkhorn Avenue, Estes Park, Colorado.
At this hearing, the Board of Trustees shall consider the facts and evidence
determined as a result of its investigation, as well as any other facts, the reasonable
requirements of the neighborhood for the type of license for which application has
been made, the desires of the adult inhabitants, the number, type and availability of
liquor outlets located in or near the neighborhood under consideration, and any other
pertinent matters affecting the qualifications of the applicant for the conduct of the type
of business proposed.
OPEN PUBLIC HEARING
2. TOWN CLERK. Will present the application and confirm the following:
The application was filed March 28, 2020.
At a meeting of the Board of Trustees on April 14, 2020, the public hearing was
set for 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 12, 2020.
The neighborhood boundaries for the purpose of this application and hearing
were established to be 3.81 miles.
The Town has received all necessary fees and hearing costs.
The applicant is filing as a Corporation.
The property is zoned CD — Commercial Downtown which allows this
type of business as a permitted use.
The notice of hearing was published on Mav 1. 2020 .
The premises was posted on Aaril 28. 2020 .
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There is a police report with regard to the investigation of the applicant.
Status of T.I.P.S. Training:
Unscheduled Scheduled * X Completed
There is a map indicating all liquor outlets presently in the Town of Estes Park
available upon request.
3. APPLICANT.
The applicants will be allowed to state their case and present any evidence they
wish to support the application.
4. OPPONENTS.
The opponents will be given an opportunity to state their case and present any
evidence in opposition to the application.
The applicant will be allowed a rebuttal limited to the evidence presented by the
opponents. No new evidence may be submitted.
5. MAYOR.
Ask the Town Clerk whether any communications have been received in regard
to the application and, if so, to read all communication.
Indicate that all evidence presented will be accepted as part of the record.
Ask the Board of Trustees if there are any questions of any person speaking at
any time during the course of this hearing.
Declare the public hearing closed.
6. SUGGESTED MOTION:
Finding. The Board of Trustees finds that the reasonable requirements of the
neighborhood are/are not met by the present liquor outlets in the neighborhood and
that the desires of the adult inhabitants are/are not for the granting of this liquor
license.
Motion. Based upon the above findings, I move that this license be granted/denied.
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� DR8404(09�25;19) Colorado Liquor
COLORA�O dEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
Liquor En[orcement Division
�saay2o5-z3oo Reta�l License Application
� , ' New License � IVew-ConcUrrent ❑ Transfer of�wnership ❑ 5tate Property Only
• A!I answers must be printed in 61ack ink or typewritten
• Applicant must check the appropriate box{es�
• Applicant should obtain a capy af the Colorado Liquor and Beer Code: www.colorado.gov/enforcemenUlrquor
9. Applicant is appiying as alan [� Individual ❑ Limiled Liahility Campany ❑ Association or Other
�Corporation ❑ Par#nership(includes Limited Liability and Husband and Wife Parinershi�s)
2. Applicant If an I.LC, name of LLC;if partnership,at least 2 partner's names;if corporaiion,name of corporation �FEIN 1Vumber
SU N iJ Y �1 G��'. Gfl R.,D ' . '
2a.i'rade Name of Estahlishment(bBA} ^ ' -T-••�t�+mhp� ' '
TI-4�� ��aG� �� �.ST�S I,.. . I���-.5'�C��II�3
3. Address of Premises(specify exac#location oF premises,include suitelunit numhers) �
393 �. ���1� N �U�
C�ty County State ZIP Code
�S��.S �I��� I LA��1 I�"r.� I Cfl � S4SI�
4. Mailing Address (Number and Street) ICity or Tpwn � iState ZIP Code
r7 D, l�dyC I t�E-I c� i �ST�.S �'�l.R.�'L I CL� I zS D5!-t
5. Email Address •
�ST�S��� � ��L e c�Nt
6. 1f#he premises currently Fias a liquor or beer license,you must answer the following questions
Present Trade IVame o€Estahl;shment(DBA) I Present State License tVumber I Present CEass a(Licensa I Present Expirat�on paie
5ection A NonreFundable Application Fees Sectlon B(Cont.} Liquor License Fees
., 4 APPlication Fee for New License.. .... ....................................51,554.00 ❑ Lodging&Enterlainment-L8�E(County) ......................,...,...............5500.00
�AAp�icaCon Fee for New License wlConcurrent Review,...........51,fi5Q.00 ❑ Manager Registratian-H 8�R..................................... ................... ....S75 p0
❑ ApplicationFeefori'ransfer. . . ............................................51,550.00 ❑ ManagerRegistration-Tavern..............................................................57500
Section B LTquor L[cense Fees ❑ Manager Registration- Lodging&Entertainment.............................575 04
❑Add Optional Premises ta hi 8 R.. ... $1 D0.00 X l'alal � Manager Reg stration- Campus Liquor Comptex. . .............. ......S75 p0
❑Add Relaied Faaliry ta Resort Complex575 Od X Total � Master File Location Fee......................525 QO X Toial
❑Acld Sidewalk Service Area......... ...........................................575.�p ❑ Master File Badcground......................5250 00 X Tota]
❑Arts License(Cily)................ ........................... .........................S3d8.75 ❑ O tional Premises License C ..55Qp fl0
P t �Y1...................... ........ ..................
❑Arts License(County)...................... ......................... . .......... ..... 5308.75 ❑ 0 tianal Premises License Coun .,...S50U 04
' A ( �v1...........................................
❑ Beer and Wine License(City).......... ......................... ........ ........5351.25 ❑ Racetrack Liaense C� .....5500 00
❑ Beer and Wine License(Gou�ry}. . ............ ( dY)....................................._..........,..............
....................................5436.25 ❑ Racetradc License Coun
� h�)....................................... ......................s5ooaa
❑ Brew PuE�License(City} . . ...................... .... .. .. .................. 5750 a0 ❑ Resort Cam �ex�icense Ci ...5500.00
� c �r......................................... ............
❑ Brew Pub License(Counly) ....................................... .................5750.00 ❑ Resort Com lex License Coun! ......5500.00
P I Y)..............................................
❑ Campus Liquor Comp�ex(City).. . . .. ................................ .......SS00.00 ❑ Relaled Facility-Campus�iquor Complex(City)...........,...............5160 00
❑ Campus Liquor Complex(Cou�ty).. . ............. ... .................. .....5504.00 � �elated Facili Cam us Li uor Com lez Coun
tY- P 4 P ( tY)......................5160 00
❑ Campus Liquor Complex(5#ale)...................... .. . . .................S50�.04 ❑ Related Faciii -Cam us Li uor Com lex State
- h' P 4 P ( ).......................516D.Q0
❑ Club�icense(City)........................... . ................... .....................53a8.75 [j Retail Gamin Tavem License Ci ,5500 00
❑ Club License Coun 9 I �Y?.......................................... ...
( h'? ..................� . ......................... ....... ......5308.75 ❑ Retail Gamin Tavem License Coun
❑ DisGl�e PubLicense Ci � ( h').....�....................................550004
�Y ( �Y)...........................�... .......................,5750.Q0 ❑ Retail Liquor 5tare Lice�se—Additional{City)......................................5227.5D
❑ DisGllery Puh Liaense(County}............................. . ....................5750.Q4 ❑ Retail Li uor 5tore License--Addrtional Coun ..5312.5p
4 I �Y1....., „................ .
• Holel and Restaurant License(City)..............................................5500.00 [] Retail ' uor Stora C' . ..5227.50
u4 { �tY1.................................................................
❑ Hatel and Resta�rant License{County) .................................... .....5500.00 ❑ Relail�i uor Stare Coun .5312.50
a c h��.............................................................
❑ Hotel and Restaurant Licensa wlone opt premises(City}................Sfi00.00 ��aysrn License Cit .55DU.00
I Y).......................................................................
❑ Hotel and Restaurant License wlone opt premises(County)............5640.00 ❑ �avern License(County).............................. .. ... .55UQ.00
.. . ............................
Liquor—Licensed Qrugstore(City).....................................................5227.50 ❑ Untners Resta�rant License Ci ...S75a.fl0
❑ ' �ar—Licensed�ru store Coun ( �)..................................................
u4 9 � h').��.�...........................................5312.50 ❑ lfintners Restaurant Lioense(County).............,........._...,....................5750.00
❑ Lodging 8 Entertainment-L&E(Cityl...............................................5500.OD
Questions?Visit: ww�v.colorado.gov/enforcement/liquorfor more information
Do not write in this space-For Department of Revenue use only
Liahifity Informafion
License Account Number I Liability Date I License fssued 7hrough(Expiration Dale) I Tota�
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dR9404(09125118) qpplication Documents Checkiist and Worksheet `
lnstructions: This checklis# shauld be utilized to assist applicants with filing all required documents �or licensure.
All documents must be properly signe�and correspond witn the name of the applicant exa tl .Atl documents must be typed
or legibfy printed. Upan fnal Stafe approval#he license will ae maifed ta the iocal licensing authority. Application fees are
nonrefundable. Questions? Visit: www.colorado_gov/enforcement/liquorfor more information
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lterns submitted, alease check a1!anurouriate boxes comuleted or documents submit#ed
I. Appiicant information
❑ A. Ap�EicantlLicensee identified
❑ B. Stat�sales tax ticense number listed or applied for at time of application
❑ C. License rype or other transaction identified
C] Q. Return originals to local authority (additional items may be requsred by the local licensing authority)
❑ E. All sections af the applicat:on need to be compfeted
II. Diagram of the premises
Q A. No larger than 8 112"X 1 i"
.❑ B. Dimensions inciuded (does nat have to be to scale). �xter��r areas should show#ype of contral (fences,
walls, entryJexit points, etc.)
❑ C. Separate diagram for eac�floor(if multspfe levels)
❑ �. Kitch�n- identified if Nate1 and Restaurant
❑ E. 8oId10utiined Licensed Pr�mises
III. Proof of property possession fOne Year Needed)
❑ A. Deed in name of the applicant{or) (matching question#2) date stamped 1 filed witn County CIerK
❑ B. Lease in the name of the appl�cant(oy) (matching auestion#2)
❑ C, l.ease assignment in the name of the applicant with proper consent from the iandlord and acceptance by the appl�icant
❑ D. Other agreement if not deed or fe�se. (m�tching question#2}
1V. Backgraund inforrr�ation (1]R 84Q4-1)and financial documents
❑ A. Complete DR 8404-I for each principal (individuals with more than 10%ownership, officers, directors,
partners, members)
❑ B. Fingerprints taken and submitted #o the appropriate Loca� Licensing Authority throug� an aAproved state
vendor. Do not camplete fingerprint cards priar to submitting yaur application.
The Vendors are as follaws:
lden#oG0—https�/fuenro!!.rdentogo.com/
Phone: $44-539-5539 (toll-free}
IdentoGO FAQs: https:/lwuvusr.coforado.gov/pacifc%brrdentificatian-faqs
Colorado Fingerprinting—htfp:l/www.cQloradofrngerprinting.com
Appointment Scheduling Website: http://�vww.colarado�ngerprrnting.com/cabs/
Phane: 720-292-2722 Toll Free: 833-224-2227
❑ C. Purchase agreerr�ent, stock transfer agreement, andlor authorization to transfer license
❑ D. List of all notes and loans (Copi�s to also be attac�ed)
V. SoEe proprietorlhusbar�d and wife partnership(if applicable}
❑ A. Form DR 4679
❑ B. Copy of 5tate issued Driver's License or Colorado Identification Card for each applicant
Vl. Corporate applicant information (if applicable)
❑ A. Certificate vf lncorporation
❑ B. Cer#ificate af Good Skanding
❑ C. Certificate of Authorization if foreign corporakion (out of state applicants onfy)
VII. Partnership applicant information (if applicable}
❑ A. Par#nership Agreement(general or limited).
❑ B. Certif+cate of Good Sfanding
Vl��. L€mited �iabili#y Company appficant information (if applicable)
❑ A. Copy of articl�s of organization
❑ B. Certificate af Gaod Standing
❑ C. Copy af Operating Agreement(if applicable)
❑ D. Cer#ificate af Aut�tority if foreign LLC (aut of state applicants only�
1X. Manager r�gistration far Hotel and Restaura�t,Tauern, Lodging � Entertainment,and Campus L'+quor
Complex licenses when included with this application
❑ A. $75A0 fee
❑ B. Individual History Record (DR 84D4-I)
� C. If owner is managing, no fee required � .
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�a� IType o1 License �Aaount NumCer " �
7. Is lhe�ppiipnt[i�nduding any a�tht p�rinets if a partnenhip;mem6ers or man�gars N a fimled Gabilily company;ot o�icars, Yas t�O
stockhaldeM ar daectars if a wrpar�tion)ar manapers under Ihe age of M�enfy-onc years7 ❑ �
6. Has Ihe a��lirrnl(iacluding any of the paMers�e parUiership,mrmbers or managers if a Iimnad liabil�y aompany;at affiars.
stadchotders or directors d a car{�anGon)ar managers evcr(i�Co�arado ar any oiher slale};
�.Becn denied an akatial6average Gcanse7 ❑ �]
b.Had an akaho(bevenqe ticanse suspended or r�vaked7 [] �
t.Had Jnlemst in another enlity that ltiad�n akaho!bcvetage 6cense suspendad or ravotced7 ❑
If you answered yes ta 8a,b ar c,explain in delail an a separalc sheel.
9. Has a Uqua�license applEcaGon(same liunse dass?,tha!was localed wilhln 500 teet ol the proposad prem}ses,b�en denled within the (] '�]
precgding two years�If yes",e�fain in deta�.
10. Are the prem"�ses to be I(censed wilh�n 500 feet,af any puh�c or private sci�aai that meets com�ulsary ed�rcaGan r�cqu;remants af � �
Cobrsdo law,ar Ihe princ�p�1 campus af any ceGeye,univenity or sem�nary7 ��
4Y�iver by faaf ord�nance? ❑ �
Other,
tS. Is ycur tJquar Lkensed Dnx�slare(LLDS) or iiela�l Lfquor 5ta1e(R�Sj within 5500 feet ot anolt►er reta316quar;ltense far oN prem�sen
Sales in a jurisdiaioA wi!!�a papulatien af grca�er t�an(�)1Q,OO�D7 NQTE:Thc dfstanca shall 6c delerm3aed by a�d�us measuremant �
that hegins at the prinapal doanrray of Ihel.LOS1FiLS premises far whirh lf�a applicalion is being made and ends�!the prinapaf door- ❑
vray a!Ihe Llcrnsad LLdS►F2l5.
1Z. ts yaur l3quar Licensed Orugsfare{tLdS} or Retaf!Liquar Store(RiS)wiihin 30a0 reet of another retail I�quar ficense tor oli premises �
sales In a jurisdlction wifh a popula#'ren of iess lhan(c)10,OU4D7 NOFE.The d�stance shalf be detcrmined by s radius measurernenl
lhat 6egins zt Ihe priacipal daarvvay of Ihe LLl35�RL5 pr�mises fo�wti�r.h lhe appl;plbn is being made and cnds at tha p;incipa� ❑ ❑
doarw�y of the Lirensed Ll.DSlRLS. ���A
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13 a.Far zddttional Rctail Lsquor Siore anly.lMas yaur Retail l.�uor 5tare Lfanse iuued on or h�fare January t,201fi? �I� ❑ ❑
13 a.Art yau 8 Cobrddo residenl? � �
11. Has a Nquor or beer license ever been Essued to 1he applitaa!{including any of fhe partnus,if a partnaship,merrbers nr rsianager if a
iJmked LEabiiiry Compar�y;ar off�ars,slochholders or directors d a corporalion)?if yrs,idenlity the name a!ttte husiness and hst any � �
wrcenl6na�ctal interest�n said businesS ir�duding any laans lo vr fram a Eicznsee.
'I5. Ooes lhe appi'�can�.a s�Sted on Gne 2 oF thfs appfKatan,hava legai passasston ot tfie premisee ty nwnerehip,laase or oit►er � �
a�rar�gemeni7
0 Ownershtp �L�ase Q 0lher(Expfain ie betail)
a.!1 tcased,list name oi landlord and lenant,and dafe eterpin�n,exactiy as thay apAear on She lease:
Landlord kTenanl
-- �sr�s � ItJC� . Su�Y�C,,�R,� �I' .._. . ��p�l�t 1
b.!s a ercenta e aI aicahat sales inctuded as ca ' ''T • � �
P 9 mpeasalior�to lhe landlord7 IF ye's,complete quesGon 16.
c.Altach a dfagram thal designates Ihe a�ea ta be Gcensed in black 6o�d nutL'ne(includ'mg dimensions)which shows the 6ar�,k�rewery,w�, �
part�ians,tntrances,ex�ts and what each room shali 6c ut�'lized far fn Ihis 6usiness.Thfs diagram should he nalarger than 81R"X I1".
16. {Nho,6es'xlesthenwners6sledinthisappticaUon{intludingpersons.fmt3,part�ershlps,tarporalians,limiledliab�ityrcpmpaniss)w�l�Oanargivemaaey.
�nvcnlary,l�mfture or equipmen!te or!er�se fn lhls businass;ar rvho wdl reuivc mnr�cy(rarr��hts bus+�ess7Attach a separate sheet if necessary.
���Na� rFhst Name I Rate af 8irth +FE�N ar 5SN I tnteresUPercentage
Last N�m� IFrcst Narn� I
� 1 pate af Birth�FEIN or S5N �Mlerestlpercenlage
I
A�ach cop�es o}s11 notes and secur{ty fnstrumenls and any wr{tten agreement or detailY of any oral agreement,6y whkh any person�includ#ng
parinershlps,corpora�ons,I�mlted liability cam�anies,etc.)wi�1 share In the pm6i ar gross proceeds of thls estah�ishmen#,and any agreement
relad�g ta the buslness which is cor�tingent or canditlami in�ny way 6y vnfuma,profit,s�les,gixing al advlee or coruulEatlan.
17. Qplional Premises or Hate�aad Restauranl Ltcenses wilft O�tian�l P�emises:
Has a�aca�ordin�nce ot resolutio�aathorizing apGonaf premjses been adopled? ��� ❑ Q
Number af additional Qppanal Premise areas requested.{See Siccense(er cftart)�
S8. For lh�addition at�Sidewa�k Servke Area�er Regulation 47-3Q2(A��4),ir�dvde a diagram of the saNict arca and dacumentaqon recr�ived fram
Ihe loral govem�ng 6ndy a�thorizln��se oi Ih�sidcwa�C.E]ocurnea�afian rr�y inc�►�de bul i�nat�ptited�a e stat�ment of use,peRnit,easemenl,or
athar iegaf pcmtissEans.
19. Llquerlicensed Drugstore(lLOS)appNtsr�ts,answerthe futlewi�g:
a.Js Iherc a pharmary,�kensed by E�e CcKorada goard of phannacy,facated+�h{n th�II,�pGcanCs LL05 pram�se7
���Y4s"��apy of licanse must be attached, t l�i� � ❑
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iVame kType of LEcense IAccaunt tVurnber '
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7. Is the applicant(including any of#he partners if a partnership;members ar managers if a limited liahility company;or a�cers, Yes No
stockholders or directors if a corporation}or managers under the age of twenty-ane years7 ❑ �]
8. Has the applicant(including any af the partners i6 a partnership;members or managers i{a limited liability company;or o�cers,
stockholders or directors if a corporation)or managers ever(in Colorado or any other state):
a.Been denied an a�cahal beverage license? � �
b.Had an alcohof beverage license suspended or revokedl � �
c.Had interest in another enti#y khat had an alcohol baverage license suspended or revokeci? �
If you answered yes io 8a.6 or c,explain in detail on a separate sheet.
9. Has a liquor!cense application(same license class),#hat was located within 50p feei of the propased premises,been denied wiihin the � `�]
preceding hreo years?If"yes",explain in detail.
10. Are ths prem�ses to be licensed within 500 feet of any public or private schaol that meets compulsory education requirements of � �
Colorado law,or ihe principaf campus oF any college.university or seminary7
or
Waiver by local ardinance7 ❑ �
bther:
11. fs your Liquor E.icensed Drugstore(LLDS} or Retail L3quor Stare(RLS)wilhin i 5Dp feet af another retail liq�or�icense tor oEF-premises
sales in a jurisd ction with a papulat�an ot greater than(�}10,Q000?NOTE:The distance shal!be determined by a radius measurement �
that begins at the princ:pal doorway oF the Li.dSIRLS prerri ses for which lhe application is being made and ends at the principal door- ❑
way of the Licensed LlDSIRLS.
92. ls your Liqunr Licensed Drugstore{�LDS) or Retail liquor Slore(RLS)w9thsn 3004 feet of anolher relail liquor license far off-premises
sales in a jurisdiction wilh a population aF less thar�(<)10,0000?NO7�:7he distance shall be determined by a radius measuremsnt
that begins at the pr�nc�pa!doarway of the LLDS;RL5 premises for which the applica#ion is be rg made and encfs at the principat ❑ ❑
doarway af the Licensed LL�SIRLS. 1',r�
13 a.For additional Retail Liquor Store anly.Was your Reiai'L9quar Sta•e License iss�ed on or before January 1,2015? � �� ❑ ❑
13 6.Are you a Colorado reside�t7 � �
ta. Has a liquor or beer license ever been issued to the applicant(including any of the partners,if a partnership;members or manager if a
Limited Liability Campany,or oFf.cers,stockitolders or directors if a corporation)7 If yes,idenlify l�te roame of the business and list any � �
urren financial interest in said business including any loans ho or from a licensee.
i 5. Qaes the appficant,as listed on line 2 of this app=icalion,have legal possession of th�premises by ownership,tease or olher � �
arrangemen#7
❑ Ownership � Lease ❑ 0lher(Exp]a'sn in�eta:i)
a.It leased,list name of landlord and tenant.and date of expiration exactty as ihey appear on the iease:
Landlotd �Tenant IFx�Eres •
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b.Is a percenlage of a�cahol sales included as compensaiinn to the landlord? I�qes,compleke question�6� ' U �
c.Atta�h a diagram that designates the area#o be licensed in black bold outfine(inctuding d mensio�s)which shows the bars,brewary,walls,
parlitions,entrances,exits and what each raom shali be ul+l�zed for in this business.7his diagram should be no larger than 8 1I2"X 11".
l6. Who,hesides#he owners listed in this applccat�on(incfuding persons,firms partnerships,corporalions,iimited liabiliiy companies)willloan or give money,
inventory,furniture or equipmant ta or far use in this business or who wi�l rece9ve money from this 6usiness?Attach a separaie sheel if necessary
last Name �First Name J Daie af Birth I FEIN or SSN �InteresVPercentage
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Last Nartze I Firsl Narne I bate of B�rlh j FE�N or 55N I InlerestlPercentage
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Attach copies of a11 notes and securlty instruments and any written agreement or detaE[s af any oral agreement,f�y whtch any person(including
partnerships,corporations,tlm�ted 1fa6iiity companfes,etc.)wili share ln the profit or gross proceeds of thfs establishment,and any agreement
relating to the business which ls contingent or condltio�al in any way by voiume,praFit,sales,giving of ad�ice or consultation.
17. Optional Premises or Hotel and Reslaurant Licenses with Optional Premises:
FEas a local ardinance or resolution autharizing optional premises heen adopled? N �� ❑ ❑
Number of additional bptional Premise areas requestsd.(5ee license fee chart)�
7 8. For the addition oE a Sidewalk Service Area per Regulation 47-302{A)(4) include a cliagram of the service area and documentalipn received from
the local governing 6ody authorizing use at the sidewalk. Documentatian may include but is not limited to a statement of use,permit,easement,or
ather legal permissions.
19. Liquar�icerrsed Drugstore(LLDS)applicants,answer the following:
a.Is there a pharmacy,licensed by the Calorado Board of Pharmacy,located within the applicanl's LLbS prernise? [] []
If"yes"a copy of license must ba attached. �[.�
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Name �Type of License IAccount Nnmber '
20. Club Riquar License applicants answer the fallowing: Attach a copy of applfcable documentation �
a.Is the apAlicant organization operated solely for a national,social,fralernai,patriolic,polit+ca!or athlelic purpose and not for pecuniary gain7 ❑ ❑
6.Is#he applicant organization a regufarly charlered branch,lodge or chapter of a national organization which is aperated solely for the � �
oGject of a patriot9c or fraternal organization or society,but not for pecuniery gain7 T
c.How long has the cluh been inwrporaled? � 1� �
d.Has applicant occuAied an estabGshment for three years(ihree years required)lhat was operated sole[y for the reasons stated abave7 � �
2i. Brew-pub,Distillery Pub or Vntner's Restaurant applicants answer tha following: ❑ ❑
a.Has the applicant received ar applied for a Federal Permit?(Copy af permit or application must be atSached) N �'R
22. Campus Liguar Complex applicants answer the foElowing:
a.Is the applicant an instilution of higher education7 Yes No
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6.Is the applicant a person who contracts with the institution af higher education So provide food services?
If"yes"pleasa provide a copy af the cantract with the instltutfon of hlgher education to provide food services. ���� �
23. For aEl on-premises aFplicants.
a.Hotel a�d Restaurant,Lodging and Entertainment,Tavem License and Campus Liquor Comptex,the Registered Manager must atso submit an
individual History Record
-DR 8404-I and fingerprint submitted ta approved 5tate Vendar through the Vendor's website.5ee applicalion checklist,SecEion IV,for detaifs.
• b.For all Liquor Lice�sed Drt�gstores(LtDS)the Permit�ed Manager must also submit an Manager Permit Apphcation
-�R SOaO and fingerprints.
Last Name of Manager First Name o6 Manager
G��c',a —�[���./ I ��N �l
24. �oes this manager act'as lhe manager of,or have a financial interest in,any ather liquar licensed esta6fishment in the Stale of �� �,(
Calorado7 If yes,provide name,lype oF license and accounl number, uN
25. Related Facility-Campus L9quor Complex applicants answer the Follawing: Yes �!o
a.Is the related fecility located within the bonndaries of the Campus Liquor Complex? ❑ �
It yes,please pro�ide a map of;he geograp�ical location within the Campus Liquor Complex.
It na,this license type is not available for issues outside#he geographical location of the Campus Liquor Camplex.
b.Designated Manaqer for Related Facility-Campus Liquor Complex •
Last Name of Manager I First Name of Manager
26. 7ax Information. Yes IVo
a.Has the applicant,including iis manager,partners,o�icer,directors,stockho�ders,memhers(LLC),managing members(LLC),or any � �'
other person with a i 4%or greater financial interest in the applicant,been found in final order of a tax agency to be de]inquent in the
payment af any state or local taxes,penallies,or interest related to a 6usiness7
b.Fias the applicant,including its manager,partners,offcer,direckors,stockholders,mem6ers(LLC),managing metrtbers(LLC),or any ❑ �
ather person with a 1 d°/a or greater financiat interest in the applicant failed to pay any fees or surcharges imposad pursuant to seclion
44-3-5U3,C.R.5.7
27. If applicant is a corparation,partnership,associatian or limited liabildy company,applicant musl list a{I Offcers,Directors,General Partners,
and Managing Members.In addition,applicant must lisl any stockholders,partners,or members with ownershfp of 10%or more in the
applicant.All persons listed helow must also attach form QR 64U4-I{Individual Hislory Record),and make an appointment witi�an approved
Sfate Vendor through their websile.5ee application checklist,Section 1V,far details.
Name Home Address,City 8�5tate Inc7B �Pasition +%Owned
N�.rAN �;�1 HY ��_ .., ��-- � LSTLS ���� c� s�c.�e,�T�l�,� I5a
Home Address,City b State �asitian " /oOwned
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IVame �HameAddress,City 8 State f �Pasition i%Owned
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Name I Home Address,City&State I DOB `Position I°/aOwned
Name Hame Address,City&State DOB I Posilion %Owned
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"I{appticant is owned 10a%by a parent company,please list the designated principal officer on abave
"Corporations-the President,lrce-President,Secretary and�reasurer must be accounted for above(Include ownership percentage if applipble}
"If total ownership percentage disclased here cfoes not lotal 1 DO%,applicant must check this box:
,�Applicant affirms that no individual other than these disctosed herein owns�0°/a or more of the applicant and does not have fnancial interest in a
prohibited liquar license pursuant to Article 3 or 5,C.R.S.
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Name IType of License �Account Number '
Oat� OfAppficant
I declare under penalry o#perjury in the second degree lhat th9s appl�cation and all ailachments are true,carrect,and complete to the best af my
kr�ow�edge. I alsa acknowledge that iE is rr�y responsibili#y and the responsibility of my agenls and employees la comply with the provisians�f the
Colorado Liquor or Beer Code wnich afiect my license.
Auihoriz n ture �Printed Name and Title Date
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�./ Report and Approva[ of l.acal Licensing Authority (CitylCountya
Uale appf��ati n filad vr th local autharity Date of loral autharity hearing{for ew iicense applica�ts;cannot be less than 30 days from date of appGcal�en)
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The Local Litensing A�thority HerebyAffirms that aach person required to fle�R 64�4-1(Individual History Record)or a DR 80p0(Manager Permit)has
been•
�Fingerprinted
�CSubjecl to background imestigation,includ�ng NCICICCIC check for outstanding warrants
That the Ioca�authority has canducted,or inlends to conduct,an inspection af the proposed premises to ensure that t�e appl°cant is in compliance with
and aware of,liquor code provisions affecting#heir class of license
(Check pne)
❑ Date af inspection or an#icipated date
�r Will cortluct ir�specliar upan approval of state licensing authority
❑ Is lhe L�quar Licensed Orugstore(LLDS) or Reta'I Liquar Store(RLS}w:thin i,500 feet of another retail I,quor license far oH- Yes No
premises sales in a jurisdicCon w�th a populaUor�of>14,0000? � [�
❑ Is the Liquar l.icensed Drugstore(LLDS) ar Retail Liquor Store(RLS)wilhi�3.004 feet of another reta,l liquor license far off-
prem�ses sales in a jurisdiction w th a populaCon of�9 Q,OOOQ? ❑ ❑
NOTE:The distance shall be delermined by a radius measurement thaE beg�ns at the principa�doorway of the LLDSlRLS pramises
for which the appl;cat on is being made and ends at the principa'doorway of ihe Licensed LLDSlRl.S.
❑ Does the Liquor-Licensed Drugstore(LLdS)have at least kwenty percenl(24%)ot hhe applicanYs gross annual ir�come derived
from#he sale of food.during the prior twelve(t2)month period7 ❑ ❑
The{oregoing application has been examined;and lhe premises,6usiness lo be conduclecf and character af the apprJcanl are salisfactory.We do
report that such license,if granted,wd�l mest tha reasonahle requirements of th e neighborhood and the desires of the adult inhabitants,and wili comply
with the provisions of�tle 44,Art c!e 4 ar 3,C.R.S.,and Liquor Rules.Therefore,this applicat�on is approved.
Loca1 Licensing Authorily For 1'e�ephona Number � own City
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5ignature I I�r:nt I Tille I Oate
5ignalure IPrint �tife i Date
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COLORADO UEPARTMENT pF R£VENU�
Liguor Entprcement Divis an �
Tax Check Authorization, Wa��er,
and Requesf to Release �nforma�ion
I, -��� C-��—�-��� am signing this Tax Check Authorization, Waiver and Request to Release
Ir�farmation {hereinafter "Waiver") on behalf of c5�(�,',�;°�f������' '�.���, (the "ApplicantlLicensee")
to permit the Coforado Department of Re�enue and any ather state or focal taxing autharity to release in�ormation anc!
documentation that may otherwise be confidential, as pro�ided below. If I am signing this Waiver for som�one ofher t�an
myself, including on behalf of a business entity, I certify thaf I �ave the aufhority to execute this Wai�er on be�alf of#i�e
ApplicantlLicensee.
The �xecufive Director of the Colorado D�partment of Re�enue is the S#ate Licensing Authority, and oversees the
Colorado Liquor Enforcement Di�ision as his or her agents, clerks, and employees.The information and documentation
obtained pursuant to this Wai�er may be used in connection with the Appl3cant/Licensee's liquor �icense application
and ongoing Iicensure by the state and local licensing authorifi�s. The Co�orado Liquor Code, sect�on 44-3-1 Q'f, et seq.
("Liquor Code"}, and the Colorado Liquor Rufes, 1 CCR 203-2 ("l.iquor Rules"), require compliance wi#h c�rtain tax
obligations_and set forth the investigati�e, disciplinary and licensure actions#ne state and local licensing authorities may
take for�ialaiions nf tne Liquor Cade and �iquor Rufes, including failure#a meet tax re�orting and payment obligations.
The Waiver is made pursuant to section 39-21-113(4), C.R.S., and any other faw, regulation, resolution or ordinance
concerning the confldentiality of tax information, or any document: r�port or return fifed in connection with state or local
taxes. This Waiver shall be valid until tf�e expiration or revacation of a license, at untif botn the state and local licensing
authariti�s tak� final action to apprave or deny any application(s) f�r tha re�ewal of #he ficense, whic�ever is later.
ApplicantlLicensee agrees to execute a new waiver for each subsequent licensing period in conn�ction with the renewal
af any license, if requested.
By signing below, Applicanfl�icensee re�ues#s that the Colorado Department of Re�enue and any other stafe or loca!
taxing authority or agency in the possession of fax documents or information, release infarmatian and documentatian to
the Colarado Liquor Enforcement Division, and is duly aufhorized employees, ta act as the Appficant'slLicense�'s duly
aufharized representati�e under sectian 39-21-113(4),C.R.S.,solefy ta allow the state and local licensing authorities,and
their duly authorized employees, to investigate complia�ce witn ihe Liquor Code and Liquor Rules. Applicantl[.icensee
authorizes the state and Iocal licensing authorities, their duly authorizec! einployees, and their legal repr�sentati�es, to
use the information and documentation ohiained using this Wai�er in any administrative or judicia! action regarding the
application ar license.
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Applicantl ' e see's 5ignature(Signature authorizing the disclosure af confidential tax information) Date signed
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COLORA�O DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
Liquor Enforcemenl Diws;on
�303}205-2300
�ndi�idual History Record
To be completed by the follouving persons, as appiicable: sole proprietars; general partners regardless of percentage ownership, and
limiled pariners owning 109�a or more of the partnership; all principaf o�cers of a corporation,all directors of a corporation,and any
stocEcholder of a corporation owning i a%or more of the outstanding stock; managing members or o�cers af a limited liabili#y company,
anc!memb�rs owning �D°�o or more of the campany_ancf any intended registered manager af Hotel and Restaurant, Tavem and
l.odging and Entertainment class of retail license
�lotice:T�is individua!history record requires informatian that is necessary for the licensing investigatian or inquiry.All questions
must be answered in their entirety or the license application may be delayed or denied. If a quesiion is not applicable,�iease indicate
so by"f�/A". Any deliberate misrepresentation or material omission may jeopardize the ficense apAlication. (Please attach a
separate sheet if necessary to enable you#o answer questions completely)
t.Name of 8�siness Hor ph�-�Numbe• �Cellular Numbe�
�'UNIJ`��—Sep� �6�. 1�1��CCa c�� . . � _. ' � � � - �
2.Yaur Full'Name(last,firsi,m'sddley 13.List any oiher narnes you have used �
G�►� -l���o �l x��4� I �A�11� l�A�Y
4.Mailing address(if diKe►ent fram residence) Email Address
�'.d. �,oK 15'31 �STaPS�lR� �A �4�� � �N r A��A�-y C� �Mp�!_„Eo,r�
5. List current residence address. include any pre�ious addresses within lhe last fve years. (At#ach separate sheet if necessary)
Street and Numher � City, 5tate,Zip � �rom � To
Curre��,
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Previnus
� I�C Virc-,.r�I lA_R✓e� ��S"i�.S�R� e.o �05�'� � �°/�oL�'� q�o�
6. Lisk all employmenl+rlithin the lasl five years. fnclude any self-employment. (Attach separate sheet if necessary}
Name of EmPloyer or Business � Address(Street, Number, City, SfateLZip) � Pos9tion Held I Frorn � To
�"��s�C.,G-r.%b�, ��.� �ff3���L�.�IpR.l�l �lV�.�.� �G�7rt �o���{ �a��
Sk�N►���R��g�P �3�.�c.���,��tr�.�c� �� ��� ��' `
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7. List the name(s)o(relatives working in or holding a fnancial interest in the Colarado alcohol l�everage indu5try.
Name of Relative � Relationship to You � Position Held � Name of Licensee
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8. Have you ever applied for, held,ur had an interest in a Colorado Liquor ar Beer License, or loaned money,
furniture, fixtures, equipment or inventory to any licensee? (If yes, answer in detaii.) ❑Yes �No
9. Have you ever received a violation notice,su5pension,ar revocatio�for a liquor law violation, or have you �No
aAplied for or been denied a liquor ar beer license anywhere in the United 5tates?(If yes,expfain in detail.) ❑Yes
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+ � 1 Q. Have you ever been convicied of a crime or received a suspencled sentence,deferred senlence,or forfeited �Yes�No
bail for any ofiense in criminal or military court or da you have any charges pending?(If yes,explain in det2il.}
11.Are yau currently under�rohation (supervised or unsupervised),paro�e,or completing ihe requirements of a �Yes �io
deferred sentence? (lf yes,explain in detail.) �
12,Have yau ever had any professional license suspentfed,revolced, or denied?(ff yes, explain in detaii.) ❑Yes �]No
Personal and FinanciaE lnforma�ion y
Unless afherwise provided I�y law,the personal information required in question#13 will be treated as confidential.The personal
informatian required in questipn#�3 is solelV for identification qurposes.
i3a.Date of E��th Ib. Socia'����irih�N��mbr� c.Rlace of Birth I
t � � ., , �� I �S�v�Y�l�r,G, ���rt�,�� d.u.S.Citizen �Yes ❑No
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e.If Naturalized,state where � f.When 4 g,Name of Districi Court
t'�7�31!'��R Ct�c�o R-A�� U 5� � � 3 �
h.Nai��ralizalion�'-'�f''��?Number i.Date of Cariification j.ff anAlier�,Give+Alien's Registration Card Number k.Permanyenl Residence Card Number
ti/ v� • . � E O� I l I � Y i\ I �1 .�
I.Height m.Weight n.Hair Colo o.Eye Calor p.Gender q �o you have a currQ�t Driver's LirensellD?If so,give numher and state.
�J,�u I I`f'�� I��� �� T~tal�fi��Yes ❑No � � .-. . � _ State—�
14. Financiai Information.
a.Tolal r"�r`�ase nri�a�r investment being made by ihe applying entity, carporation, partnership, limited liability cpmpany, other.
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b. List ine total amount ot the personal invesEment, made by ihe person listed on question#2,in this br�siness including any
notas,loans, cash,services or equipment,operating capital,slock purchases or fees paid.�i,��3•4�C} . D'�
'If corporate investment only please skip to and complete section (d}
""Sectinn b should refiect the total of sections c and e
c. Provide details of the personal investment de5cribed in 14b.You mu5t account for al1 of the sources of this inve5tment.
(Altach a separate sheei if needecE)
Type: Cash,Services or�quipment � Accaunt Type � Bank Name � Amaunt
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d. Frovide details af t�e corparate investment described in 14 (a). You must account far all of#he sources of this invesiment. (Attach a
separate sheet if n�eded)
Type: Cash,Services or Equipment � Loans � Account Type � Ban1c Name � Amount
C�s N I � G{��n�G � ��N� c?� C'��p�.� I ������x�
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e.Loan Information(Attach copies of all nates or loans)
Name of Lender { Address � Term � 5ecurity � Amount
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Oath of Applicant
I declare un[Eer oenaltv of oeriury t�at this aoalication and all attachments are irue, correct. and complefe ta the best of mv knowled�e.
Author' � ure IPrint Signature Ttle - �Dat�`
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COLORA�O�EPARTMENT OF REVENUE
Liquor Enforcement D.v�s�on
(303)205-2300
lndividual History Record
To be completed by the following per5ans,as applicable:sole proprietors;general partners regardless of percentage awnership, ancf
limited partners owning 'i0% or more of the partnership; all principal officers of a corporation, a!I directors of a corporation, and any
stockholder pf a corporatian owning 10%or more of the outstanding stock;managing members ar o�cers of a limited liability company,
and members awning 10%or more af the company; and any intended registered manager of Hotel and Ftestaurant,Tavern and
Lodging and Entertainment ciass of retail license
Notice:This individual history record requires information that is necessary for the licensing investigalion ar inquiry.All questians
musl be answered in their entirety or t�e license application may be delayed or denied. If a question is not applicahle,please indicate
so 6y"N1A". Any deliberate misrepresentation or material omission may jeoparcEize the license aAplication. (Please attach a
separate sheel if necessary to enable you to answer qusstions completely)
1. Name at Busi�n^ess 5 NN� HC..P�- �K f I hiarr�e Phone Number �e11u1ar Num6er
'L�L� E��'I Ot' �S�=S � . � a �
2.Your Full iVame(last,first,m;dd'e) I 3. List anyr other names you have used '� � '
�E�►Ky 'SZ��AN s�lA��
4.Mad�ng address(if different fram residence) �Emai!Address
�o. i3oX r s3 t �(ea_hy ��Q 9 m�f •4o r�
5. List current residence addr�ss. Inclucfe any previous addresses witi�in the lasi�five years`.'(Attach separate sheet if necessary)
Street and Number � City,State,Zip � From � 70
Current + ^
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Pf�V10U5 ��
�s � �c'rain�'� I�J� I Esk�s ��r�— , � gc�5�7 � 1c7�oa��'�ot�
6. Lisl all employm�nt wi4hin ifi�e la5l fi�e years. Include any selF-employment. (Aktach separa4e sheet if necessary}
Name of Employer or Business � Address (Street, Number,City,State,Zip) � Positian Held � From � To
�UC7' o� �S`�'e5 3�3 �•�1Khorr� A.r� `
E�cS ta�l�, �o So�n I�ce��ie-loc Ip5�7 � [,���en�
1-�EAT K ���c�R�� I �90 E r� Rd i �P� ���i c� I os�7
F�-�<s �a-r�, co 805+'� en-�t ce..
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s� a z�,�� 7��eq TcJ�nic.iu.c-►
7. List the name(s)of relatives working in or holding a financiai interest in the Colarado alca�ol bevarage ir�duslry.
Name of R�lative � Relationship to You � Positio� Held � Name of Licensee
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B. Nave yo�ever applied for, held,or had an inter�st in a Colorado Liquor or 6eer License,or loaned money,
fe�rniture,fixtures, equipment or inventory ta any licensee?(If yes_answer in detail.) ❑Yss �Na
9. Fiave you ever received a violation notice,suspension,or revocation for a liquor law viofatian, or have you
applied for or been denied a liquor or beer license anywhere in the llnited Sfates?(If yes, explain in detail.) ❑Yes ,�No
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� 70. Have you ever been convicted of a crime or received a suspended sentence_deferred sentence,or farFeited �
bail for any ofFense in criminal or military court or do you have any charges pending?(if yes,explain in detail.) �Yes �No
11.Are you currently under probation(supervised or unsupervised), parole, or completing ti�e requiremenis of a ,�,{
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ApriI 16, 2020
Jackie Williamson, Town Clerk
Town of Estes Park
Estes Fark, CO SOS 17
RE: Egg of Estes
Graca-Leahy, Anna
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Dear Ms. Wi�liamson:
A chec�: o�the Estes Park Police Department local records on the above-named individuals was
conducted_ These records date back in our system to October 2044. Ryan Leahy is named as a
Witness in a Burglary case, a Witness in a Theft case and a Victi�n in a Theft case. Ther� is a
Disarderly Conduct report in the past year connected to this address in the past year.
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Memo •
To: Honorable Mayor Koenig
Board of Trustees
Through: Town Administrator Machalek
From: Vanessa Solesbee, CAPP, Parking & Transit Manager
Greg Muhonen, PE, Public Works Director
Date: May 12, 2020
RE: Resolution 27-20 Suspending 2020 Parking Fees
� PUBLIC HEARING ❑ ORDINANCE ❑ LAND USE
❑ CONTRACT/AGREEMENT � RESOLUTION ❑ OTHER
QUASI-JUDICIAL ❑ YES � NO
Obiective:
Resolution 27-20 suspends 2020 Parking Fees which were established on November
12, 2019 by Resolution 37-19.
Present Situation:
Since the Town Board approved Ordinance 30-19 (Authorizing Seasonal Paid Parking)
on November 12, 2019, Public Works staff has been working diligently on
implementation efforts, including hiring a professional parking management company,
The Car Park in January, 2020. This complex project was moving at an incredible pace
and was only weeks away from launching when the COVID-19 pandemic moved into
Colorado.
On March 17, 2020, Public Works staff moved quickly to recommend that the Town
postpone the implementation of seasonal paid parking until the guest season of 2021.
Staff believed that the risk of subpar implementation, and the potential community
impacts of continuing the course despite all of the economic unknowns of COVID-19,
outweighed the impact of delaying program implementation.
While staff are not currently planning to implement seasonal paid parking in 2020,
Resolution 37-19 is still in place and indicates that paid parking will begin on June 1,
2020.
Proposal:
After consultation with Town Attorney Kramer, Public Works staff recommend
suspending rather than cancelling Resolution 37-19.
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Suspending Resolution 37-19 will allow Public Works staff to not begin charging for
parking on June 1, 2020, and will provide maximum flexibility for staff if there is the need
to revisit charging for parking later in 2020 in consultation with the Town Administrator
and Town Board.
Advantaaes:
• As paid parking was implemented to be a tool to mitigate extremely high parking
demand, delaying the implementation of seasonal paid parking fees will support
the phased reopening and recovery of the downtown business community at a
time when parking demand will likely be lower than normal.
• Suspending the implementation of seasonal paid parking fees on June 1, 2020
will provide significant cost savings to the Town during a time of economic
uncertainty.
• Suspension rather than cancellation allows Public Works staff maximum flexibility
to the return to the Town Board later in 2020 if parking demand dramatically
increases and additional parking management interventions are needed.
Disadvantaaes:
• None.
Action Recommended:
PW staff recommends the Town Board adopt Resolution 27-20 Suspending 2020
Parking Fees.
Finance/Resource Impact:
No additional financial resources are requested at this time.
Level of Public Interest
Public interest is low to moderate for this specific item. Information was distributed to
the community by the Town (via news release, social media and website) regarding the
decision to postpone implementation of seasonal parking in light of economic
uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sample Motion:
I move for the approval/denial of Resolution 27-20.
Attachments:
Resolution 27-20
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RESOLUTION 27-20
APPROVING 2020 PARKING FEE SUSPENSION
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park adopted Ordinance 30-19
authorizing the implementation of seasonal daily parking fees on November 12, 2019; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees intends to review the rates and seasonal applicability of
parking fees on an annual basis for consistency with its parking management objectives; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees adopted parking fees for 2020 in Resolution 37-19 on
November 12, 2019; and
WHEREAS, due to the impacts of COVID-19, the Board of Trustees now intends to suspend
all parking fees set in Resolution 37-19, provided that such fees may be reactivated by
resolution of the Board as circumstances change.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE TOWN
OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO AS FOLLOWS:
1. All parking fees established in Resolution 37-19 are hereby suspended, and shall be of
no effect unless the Board reinstitutes them at a later date. No stalls identified in such
resolution shall be designated for paid parking, unless the Board otherwise directs at a
later date. Town staff shall not enforce any requirement for payment of such fees until
the Town Board so directs.
2. The resolution to be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval.
DATED this day of , 2020.
TOWN OF ESTES PARK
Mayor
ATTEST:
Town Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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To: Honorable Mayor Koenig
Board of Trustees
Through: Town Administrator Machalek
From: Jason Damweber, Assistant Town Administrator
Date: May 12, 2020
RE: Resolution 28-20: Consideration of Request for Additional Funds for Local
Small Business Assistance
(Mark all that apply)
❑ PUBLIC HEARING ❑ ORDINANCE ❑ LAND USE
❑ CONTRACT/AGREEMENT X RESOLUTION ❑ OTHER
QUASI-JUDICIAL ❑ YES ❑ NO
Obiective:
The Town Administrator's Office seeks a decision from the Town Board regarding a
request received from the Estes Park Economic Development Corporation (EDC) and
Estes Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) to provide an additional $150,000 for financial
assistance to local small businesses facing challenges resulting from the Covid-19
pandemic.
Present Situation:
At their April 28 meeting, the Town Board ratified a contract between the Town and the
EDC and Chamber that awarded $150,000 in Community Relief Funds to provide
assistance to businesses within the Estes Valley Development Code area, as that area
was defined as of April 1, 2020, for employee retention/payroll and meeting overhead
obligations such as rent payments, utilities, and insurance. These funds were distributed
to about 100 businesses by the EDC and Chamber in early May.
Applications for business assistance funds received by the EDC and Chamber totaled
about $630,000. In light of the demonstrated need, the EDC and Chamber have
requested an additional $150,000 in Community Relief Funds from the Town to be
distributed to local small businesses.
Proposal:
The Town Administrator's Office proposes that the Town Board consider the request by
the EDC and Chamber for an additional $150,000 in Community Relief Funds.
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Advantaqes:
• Local businesses are experiencing significant financial challenges as a result of
Covid-19. While many business owners have applied for loans through federal
business assistance and other programs, there is uncertainty about when and if
certain funding will be disbursed. Additional Community Relief Funds would
provide assistance necessary for some businesses to keep staff on payroll and
maintain overhead expenses. The Town's general fund budget relies on sales tax
revenue, so it is critical to our ongoing operations that local businesses are able
to recover from the downturn we are currently experiencing.
Disadvantaaes:
• General Fund reserves will be further depleted at a time when we will need to
rely on reserves to maintain basic Town services and operations.
Action Recommended:
That the Town Board consider the request from the EDC and Chamber and, if the Board
so desires, adopt a resolution increasing the appropriations to the General Fund.
Finance/Resource Impact:
The financial impact will depend on whether the Town Board desires to provide
additional funding for local small business assistance. If the Board decides to award an
additional $150,000 to the EDC and Chamber, we would use the remaining $20,000
balance in the Community Relief Fund and take the remaining $130,000 from General
Fund Reserves.
Level of Public Interest
High
Sample Motion:
I move for the adoption of Resolution 28-20, which would increase appropriations to the
General Fund by $130,000 to be used for local small business assistance.
Attachments:
1. Resolution 28-20
2. Request from EDC / Chamber
3. Budget Summaries
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RESOLUTION 28-20
SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS TO THE 2020 BUDGET
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park has adopted the 2020
annual budget in accordance with the Local Government Budget Law on November 26t", 2019;
and
WHEREAS, responses to the COVID19 pandemic have significantly impacted the local
residents and businesses; and
WHEREAS, the Town desires to provide additional relief funding for the local community;
and
WHEREAS, it is not only required by law, but also necessary to appropriate the revenues
provided in the budget to and for the purposes described below, so as not to impair the
operations of the Town of Estes Park.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE
TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO:
That the appropriations be increased by $130,000 for the funds specified below and
these amounts are hereby appropriated from additional revenue or available fund balance of
each fund.
Fund Fund Name Existing Amendment Amended
# Appropriations Appropriations
� 101 � General Fund � 20,687,556 � 130,000 � 20,817,556 �
� 204 � Community Reinvestment Fund � 2,023,673 � 0 � 2,023,673 �
� 211 � Conservation Trust Fund � 101,678 � 0 � 101,678 �
� 220 � Larimer County Open Space Fund � 2,504,167 � 0 � 2,504,167 �
� 236 � Emergency Response System Fund � 57,544 � 0 � 57,544 �
� 238 � Community Center Fund � 479,271 � 0 � 479,271 �
� 244 � Trails Fund � 1,773,917 � 0 � 1,773,917 �
� 256 � Parking Services Fund � 350,991 � 0 � 350,991 �
� 260 � Street Fund � 2,016,703 � 0 � 2,016,703 �
� 502 � Power and Communications Fund � 45,950,831 � 0 � 45,950,831 �
� 503 � Water Fund � 22,453,190 � 0 � 22,453,190 �
� 606 � Medical Insurance Fund � 2,493,000 � 0 � 2,493,000 �
� 612 � Fleet Maintenance Fund � 400,003 � 0 � 400,003 �
� 625 � Information Technology Fund � 879,656 � 0 � 879,656 �
� 635 � Vehicle Replacement Fund � 538,904 � 0 � 538,904 �
� 645 � Risk Management Fund � 307,344 � 0 � 307,344 �
� � Total All Funds � 103,018,428 � 130,000 � 103,148,428 �
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DATED this day of , 2020.
TOWN OF ESTES PARK
Mayor
ATTEST:
Town Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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From:
Estes Park EDC and Estes Chamber of Commerce
533 Big Thompson A�e, Suite 103
Estes Park, CO 8Q517
Apri! 28, 2020
Estes Park Board of Trustees
PO Box 1200
Estes Park, CO 80517
Dear Estes Park Board of Trustees,
The Estes Rark EDC and the Estes Chamber of Commerce entered into an agreement with the�own
of Estes Park on April 15, 2020, to be the administraEors of the Business Relief Fund. This fun� is an
allo�ation of $150,OOQ from the Community Relief Fund for the benefEt of smaEl 6usinesses in Estes
Parlc that have been financially affectetf by the COVID-19 pandemic. We respectfully request that
the Town Trustees consider adding to tF�e Business Relief Fun�.
ln the first se�en days of the program, we received 104 qualified applications. Based an the �riteria
set for#h in the Agreement and the intended funding �or each business, the projected need of this
program is $630,OOD. We are projecting a shortfall of $480,000. At �his time, we are able to fund
only 23.8% of the calculated grant for each business. We are currently plannin� to pro�ide funding
to each appficant at this rate. For example, if their qualified application amount is $1,000, the fund
is pro�iding $238 to the appl9cant.
The �stes Park EDC and Estes Chamber of Co�nmerce recognize the financial hardship that the
COIVD-19 crisis is placing on �he Town of EStes Park. The Business RElief Fund is providing m�ch-
needed assistance to the business comrnunity of Estes Park, but we would Eike you to be aware of
the magnitude af the need and ask that you res�ond to this need with a second round of additianal
funding Qf$150,000, if�ossible.
Thank you for your consideration and your support of the �stes Park business community.
5incerely,
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Adam Shake Keith Pearson
The Estes Park EDC The Estes Cha�nber of Commerce
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
BUDGET RECAP BY FUND
FOR YEAR ENDED 12-31-2020
BAif7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
101 204 211 220 236 238 244 256 260
COMMUNITY CONSERVATION LARIMER COUNTY EMERGENCY COMMUNITY PARKING SERVICES
GENERAL FUND REINVESTMENT TRUST OPEN SPACE RESPONSE CENTER TRAILS FUND STREET
Revenues $13,848,590 $2,026,673 $32,300 $1,906,500 $48,177 $479,271 $1,284,981 $350,991 $1,180,251
Expenses 20,817,556 2,023,673 101,678 2,504,167 57,544 479,271 1,773,917 350,991 2,016,703
Net (6,968,966) 3,000 (69,378) (597,667) (9,367) 0 (488,936) 0 (836,452)
Estimated Beginning Fund Balance,l/1/20 11,119,954 (0) 92,077 615,686 90,212 0 832,952 0 1,233,203
Estimated Ending Fund Balance,12/31/20 $4,150,988 $3,000 $22,699 $18,019 $80,845 $0 $344,016 $0 $396,751
Budgeted Reserves
Thumb Open Space Reserve-Now Appropriated - - - - - - - - -
Pkg Garage Maint Reserve 101-1700-417-37-99 24,000 - - - - - - - -
Nonspendable Prepaid Fund Bal&Restr ponations 122,000 - - - - - - - -
Fund Balance Reserves 4,971,928 - - - - - - - -
TotalReserved Fund Balance 5,117,928 - - - - - - - -
Unreserved Budgetary Fund Balance ($966,940) $3,000 $22,699 $18,019 $80,845 $0 $344,016 $0 $396,751
502 503 606 612 625 635 645
POWERAND MEDICAL INFORMATION VEHICLE RISK
COMMUNICATIONS WATER INSURANCE FLEET TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT MANAGEMENT TOTAL
Revenues,AsAmended $17,534,551 $18,210,524 $2,501,787 $502,766 $897,729 $478,889 $307,344 $61,591,324
Expenses,As Amended 45,950,831 22,453,190 2,493,000 400,003 879,656 538,904 307,344 103,148,428
Net (28,416,280) (4,242,666) 8,787 102,763 18,073 (60,015) 0 (41,557,104)
Estimated Beginning Fund Balance,l/1/20 36,607,442 7,713,447 2,124,723 538,756 298,810 545,272 0 61,812,535
Estimated Ending Fund Balance,12/31/20 $8,191,162 $3,470,781 $2,133,510 $641,519 $316,883 $485,257 $0 $20,255,431
Budgeted Reserves
Thumb Open Space Reserve-Now Appropriated - - - - - - - -
Pkg Garage Maint Reserve 101-1700-417-37-99 - - - - - - - 24,000
Nonspendable Prepaid Fund Bal&Restr ponations - - - - - - - 122,000
Equipment Reserve 1,651,484 505,590 - - - 485,257 - 2,642,331
Fund Balance Reserves 4,842,979 1,250,000 956,012 40,000 20Q000 - - 12,26Q919
Total Reserved Fund Balance 6,494,463 1,755,590 956,012 40,000 20Q000 485,257 - 15,049,250
Unreserved Budgetary Fund Balance $1,696,699 $1,715,191 $1,177,498 $601,519 $116,883 $0 $0 $5,206,180
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Attachment C-Budget Summaries
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
GENERAL FUND BUDGET RESERVE RATIO
FOR YEAR ENDED 12-31-2020
BA#7 -COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
Comm
Reinvestment
General Fund Fund Total
Fund Balance $4,150,988 $3,000 $4,153,988
Reserves to Exclude
Parking Garage Maintenance Reserve 24,000 24,000
Prepaids and Restricted Donations Estimate 122,000 122,000
146,000 - 146,000
Fund Balance Subject to Reserve Calculation 4,004,988 3,000 4,007,988
Total Expenditures 20,817,556 2,023,673 22,841,229
Less Transfers Out Between GF & CRF 2,016,673 - 2,016,673
Net Expenditures 18,800,883 2,023,673 20,824,556
Less Capital Expenditures
Cap Outlay- Front End Loader(Bi-annual Trade In)-Streets 20,000 20,000
Cap Outlay- Bobcat Trade Ins 2 (Annual trade in) - Parks 6,450 6,450
Cap Outlay- CIP-Town Hall VRF Phase 1 (Air Conditioners) - -
CIP - Downtown Wayfinding 2020 - -
CIP - Events Center Stall Leveling - -
Comm Dr Roundabout 864,697 864,697
Board Room AV 45,696 45,696
Total Capital to Exclude 26,450 910,393 936,843
Total Expenditures Subject to Reserve Calculation 18,774,433 1,113,280 19,887,713
Reserve Ratio 21.3% 0.3% 20.2%
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
SUMMARY OF ANTICIPATED REVENUE
FOR YEAR ENDED 12-31-2020
BA#7 - COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020
As Previously 2020
Fund/Dept Fund Name Amended Amendment Amended
101 GENERAL FUND 13,848,590 - 13,848,590
204 COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT 2,026,673 - 2,026,673
211 CONSERVATION TRUST 32,300 - 32,300
220 LARIMER COUNTY OPEN SPACE 1,906,500 - 1,906,500
236 EMERGENCY RESPONSE 48,177 - 48,177
238 COMMUNITY CENTER 479,271 - 479,271
244 TRAILS 1,284,981 - 1,284,981
256 PARKING SERVICES FUND 350,991 - 350,991
260 STREET 1,180,251 - 1,180,251
502 POWER AND COMMUNICATIONS 17,534,551 - 17,534,551
503 WATER 18,210,524 - 18,210,524
606 MEDICAL INSURANCE 2,501,787 - 2,501,787
612 FLEET 502,766 - 502,766
625 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 897,729 - 897,729
635 VEHICLE REPLACEMENT 478,889 - 478,889
645 RISK MANAGEMENT 307,344 - 307,344
TOTAL 61,591,324 - 61,591,324
Attachment C-Budget Summaries 4$
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
SUMMARY OF APPROPRIATIONS
FOR YEAR ENDED 12-31-2020
BA#7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020
As Previously 2020
Fund/Dept Fund Name Amended Amendment Amended
101 GENERAL FUND
101-1100 Legislative 299,675 - 299,675
101-1190 Town Attorney'Office 338,847 - 338,847
101-1200 Judicial 77,187 - 77,187
101-1300 Town Administrator's Office 375,076 - 375,076
101-1400 Town Clerk's Office 333,056 - 333,056
101-1500 Finance 573,808 - 573,808
101-1600 Com Dev( Planning) 774,615 - 774,615
101-1700 Facilities 1,363,903 - 1,363,903
101-1800 Human Resources 283,618 - 283,618
101-1900 Community Service Grants 1,208,284 130,000 1,338,284
101-2100 Police-Patrol 3,831,922 - 3,831,922
101-2155 Police-Communications 961,114 - 961,114
101-2175 Police-Comm Svcs 372,388 - 372,388
101-2185 Police-Code Enforcement 163,394 - 163,394
101-2300 Building Safety Divison 644,384 - 644,384
101-2400 Engineering 413,211 - 413,211
101-2600 Visitor Center 449,421 - 449,421
101-3100 Streets 1,220,321 - 1,220,321
101-5200 Parks 1,186,325 - 1,186,325
101-5500 Special Events 1,731,208 - 1,731,208
101-5600 Transportation 1,355,856 - 1,355,856
101-5700 Museum 403,679 - 403,679
101-9000 Transfers 2,326,264 - 2,326,264
101 GENERAL FUND 20,687,556 130,000 20,817,556
204 COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT 2,023,673 - 2,023,673
211 CONSERVATION TRUST 101,678 - 101,678
220 LARIMER COUNTY OPEN SPACE 2,504,167 - 2,504,167
236 EMERGENCY RESPONSE 57,544 - 57,544
238 COMMUNITY CENTER 479,271 - 479,271
244 TRAILS 1,773,917 - 1,773,917
256 PARKING SERVICES FUND 350,991 - 350,991
260 STREET 2,016,703 - 2,016,703
502 POWER AND COMMUNICATIONS 45,950,831 - 45,950,831
503 WATER 22,453,190 - 22,453,190
606 MEDICAL INSURANCE 2,493,000 - 2,493,000
612 FLEET 400,003 - 400,003
625 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 879,656 - 879,656
635 VEHICLE REPLACEMENT 538,904 - 538,904
645 RISK MANAGEMENT 307,344 - 307,344
TOTAL ALL FUNDS 103,018,428 130,000 103,148,428
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GENERAL FUND
SUMMARY BY DEPARTMENT
BA#7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020 Budget
As Previously 2020
Amended Amendment Amended
REVENUE
Taxes 9,488,616 - 9,488,616
Intergovernmental 24,675 - 24,675
Rentallncome 30,600 - 30,600
Investment Income 60,000 - 60,000
Miscellaneous 27,778 - 27,778
Transfers In 1,858,565 - 1,858,565
Departmental Revenues 2,358,356 - 2,358,356
Total Revenues 13,848,590 - 13,848,590
Legislative 299,675 - 299,675
Town Attorney's Office 338,847 - 338,847
Judicial 77,187 - 77,187
Town Administrator's Office 375,076 - 375,076
Town Clerk's Office 333,056 - 333,056
Finance 573,808 - 573,808
Planning 774,615 - 774,615
Facilities 1,363,903 - 1,363,903
Human Resources 283,618 - 283,618
Community Svcs 1,208,284 130,000 1,338,284
Police- Patrol 3,831,922 - 3,831,922
Police- Communications 961,114 - 961,114
Police- Comm Svc 372,388 - 372,388
Police - Code Enforcement 163,394 - 163,394
Building Safety 644,384 - 644,384
Engineering 413,211 - 413,211
Visitor Services 449,421 - 449,421
Streets and Highways 1,220,321 - 1,220,321
Parks 1,186,325 - 1,186,325
Senior Center - - -
Special Events 1,731,208 - 1,731,208
Transit 1,355,856 - 1,355,856
Parking - - -
Museum 403,679 - 403,679
Transfers Out 2,326,264 - 2,326,264
Total Expenditures 20,687,556 130,000 20,817,556
Net Income (Loss) (6,838,966) (130,000) (6,968,966)
Beginning Fund Balance 11,119,954 4,280,988 11,119,954
Ending Fund Balance 4,280,988 4,150,988 4,150,988
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT FUND
SUMMARY BY DEPARTMENT
BA#7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020 Budget
As Previously 2020
Amended Amendment Amended
REVENUE
Intergovernmental - - -
Investment Income 10,000 - 10,000
Miscellaneous - - -
Transfers In 2,016,673 - 2,016,673
Debt Proceeds - - -
Departmental Revenues - - -
Total Revenues 2,026,673 - 2,026,673
Community Reinvestment Fund 153,953 - 153,953
CapitalOutlay 951,393 - 951,393
Debt Service 918,327 - 918,327
Transfers Out - - -
Rounding - - -
Total Expenditures 2,023,673 - 2,023,673
Net Income (Loss) 3,000 - 3,000
Beginning Fund Balance (0) 3,000 (0)
Ending Fund Balance 3,000 3,000 3,000
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
CONSERVATION TRUST FUND
SUMMARY BY DEPARTMENT
BA#7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020 Budget
As Previously 2020
Amended Amendment Amended
REVENUE
Intergovernmental 32,000 - 32,000
Investment Income 300 - 300
Miscellaneous - - -
Total Revenues 32,300 - 32,300
Conservation Trust Fund 101,678 - 101,678
Rounding - - -
Total Expenditures 101,678 - 101,678
Net Income (Loss) (69,378) - (69,378)
Beginning Fund Balance 92,077 22,699 92,077
Ending Fund Balance 22,699 22,699 22,699
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
LARIMER COUNTY OPEN SPACE FUND
SUMMARY BY DEPARTMENT
BA#7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020 Budget
As Previously 2020
Amended Amendment Amended
REVENUE
Intergovernmental 1,904,000 - 1,904,000
Investment Income 2,500 - 2,500
Miscellaneous - - -
Transfers In - - -
Total Revenues 1,906,500 - 1,906,500
Open Space 168,899 - 168,899
CapitalOutlay 2,335,268 - 2,335,268
Transfers Out - - -
Rounding - - -
Total Expenditures 2,504,167 - 2,504,167
Net Income (Loss) (597,667) - (597,667)
Beginning Fund Balance 615,686 18,019 615,686
Ending Fund Balance 18,019 18,019 18,019
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEM FUND
SUMMARY BY DEPARTMENT
BA#7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020 Budget
As Previously 2020
Amended Amendment Amended
REVENUE
Taxes 47,927 - 47,927
Investment Income 250 - 250
Miscellaneous - - -
Debt Proceeds - - -
Total Revenues 48,177 - 48,177
Emergency Response System 57,544 - 57,544
Capital Outlay - - -
Transfers Out - - -
Rounding - - -
Total Expenditures 57,544 - 57,544
Net Income (Loss) (9,367) - (9,367)
Beginning Fund Balance 90,212 80,845 90,212
Ending Fund Balance 80,845 80,845 80,845
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
COMMUNITY CENTER FUND
SUMMARY BY DEPARTMENT
BA#7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020 Budget
As Previously 2020
Amended Amendment Amended
REVENUE
Taxes 479,271 - 479,271
Intergovernmental - - -
Charges for Services - - -
Rental Income - - -
Investment Income - - -
Miscellaneous - - -
Transfers In - - -
Debt Proceeds - - -
Departmental Revenues - - -
Total Revenues 479,271 - 479,271
Community Center 479,271 - 479,271
Transfers Out - - -
Rounding - - -
Total Expenditures 479,271 - 479,271
Net Income (Loss) - - -
Beginning Fund Balance - - -
Ending Fund Balance - - -
Attachment C-Budget Summaries 55
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
TRAILS EXPANSION FUND
SUMMARY BY DEPARTMENT
BA#7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020 Budget
As Previously 2020
Amended Amendment Amended
REVENUE
Taxes 239,636 - 239,636
Intergovernmental 1,043,745 - 1,043,745
Charges for Services - - -
Rental Income - - -
Investment Income 1,600 - 1,600
Miscellaneous - - -
Transfers In - - -
Debt Proceeds - - -
Departmental Revenues - - -
Total Revenues 1,284,981 - 1,284,981
Trails Expansion Operations 28,919 - 28,919
Capital Outlay 1,744,998 - 1,744,998
Transfers Out - - -
Rounding - - -
Total Expenditures 1,773,917 - 1,773,917
Net Income (Loss) (488,936) - (488,936)
Beginning Fund Balance 832,952 344,016 832,952
Ending Fund Balance 344,016 344,016 344,016
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
PARKING SERVICES FUND
SUMMARY BY DEPARTMENT
BA#7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020 Budget
As Previously 2020
Amended Amendment Amended
REVENUE
Taxes - - -
Intergovernmental 15,000 - 15,000
Charges for Services 26,400 - 26,400
Rental Income - - -
Investment Income - - -
Miscellaneous - - -
Transfers In 309,591 - 309,591
Debt Proceeds - - -
Departmental Revenues - - -
Total Revenues 350,991 - 350,991
Parking Services Operations 350,991 - 350,991
Rounding - - -
Total Expenditures 350,991 - 350,991
Net Income (Loss) - - -
Beginning Fund Balance - - -
Ending Fund Balance - - -
Attachment C-Budget Summaries 5�
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
STREET IMPROVEMENT FUND
SUMMARY BY DEPARTMENT
BA#7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020 Budget
As Previously 2020
Amended Amendment Amended
REVENUE
Taxes 1,150,251 - 1,150,251
Intergovernmental - - -
Charges for Services - - -
Rental Income - - -
Investment Income 30,000 - 30,000
Miscellaneous - - -
Transfers In - - -
Debt Proceeds - - -
Departmental Revenues - - -
Total Revenues 1,180,251 - 1,180,251
Street Improvement Operations 743,615 - 743,615
Capital Outlay 1,273,088 - 1,273,088
Transfers Out - - -
Rounding - - -
Total Expenditures 2,016,703 - 2,016,703
Net Income (Loss) (836,452) - (836,452)
Beginning Fund Balance 1,233,203 396,751 1,233,203
Ending Fund Balance 396,751 396,751 396,751
Attachment C-Budget Summaries 5$
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
POWER AND COMMUNICATIONS FUND
SUMMARY BY DEPARTMENT
BA#7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020 Budget
As Previously 2020
Amended Amendment Amended
REVENUE
Taxes - - -
Intergovernmental - - -
Charges for Services 17,332,051 - 17,332,051
Rental Income - - -
Investment Income 90,000 - 90,000
Miscellaneous 112,500 - 112,500
Transfers In - - -
Debt Proceeds - - -
Departmental Revenues - - -
Total Revenues 17,534,551 - 17,534,551
Source of Supply 7,983,854 - 7,983,854
Distribution 4,384,662 - 4,384,662
Customer Accounts 531,758 - 531,758
Admin & General 2,338,316 - 2,338,316
Debt Service 1,539,928 - 1,539,928
Broadband 873,370 - 873,370
CapitalOutlay 26,578,914 - 26,578,914
Transfers Out 1,720,029 - 1,720,029
Rounding - - -
Total Expenditures 45,950,831 - 45,950,831
Net Income (Loss) (28,416,280) - (28,416,280)
Beginning Fund Balance 36,607,442 8,191,162 36,607,442
Ending Fund Balance 8,191,162 8,191,162 8,191,162
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
WATER FUND
SUMMARY BY DEPARTMENT
BA#7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020 Budget
As Previously 2020
Amended Amendment Amended
REVENUE
Taxes - - -
Intergovernmental 6,547,000 - 6,547,000
Charges for Services 5,919,274 - 5,919,274
Rental Income - - -
Investment Income 95,000 - 95,000
Miscellaneous 40,250 - 40,250
Transfers In - - -
Debt Proceeds 5,609,000 - 5,609,000
Departmental Revenues - - -
Total Revenues 18,210,524 - 18,210,524
Source of Supply 202,200 - 202,200
Purification 1,169,295 - 1,169,295
Distribution 1,934,001 - 1,934,001
CustomerAccounts 287,185 - 287,185
Admin &General 847,489 - 847,489
Debt Service 417,215 - 417,215
CapitalOutlay 17,457,269 - 17,457,269
Transfers Out 138,536 - 138,536
Rounding - - -
Total Expenditures 22,453,190 - 22,453,190
Net Income (Loss) (4,242,666) - (4,242,666)
Beginning Fund Balance 7,713,447 3,470,781 7,713,447
Ending Fund Balance 3,470,781 3,470,781 3,470,781
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
MEDICAL INSURANCE FUND
SUMMARY BY DEPARTMENT
BA#7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020 Budget
As Previously 2020
Amended Amendment Amended
REVENUE
Taxes - - -
Intergovernmental - - -
Charges for Services 2,486,537 - 2,486,537
Rental Income - - -
Investment Income 15,000 - 15,000
Miscellaneous 250 - 250
Transfers In - - -
Debt Proceeds - - -
Departmental Revenues - - -
Total Revenues 2,501,787 - 2,501,787
Medical Insurance Fund Operations 2,493,000 - 2,493,000
Rounding - - -
Total Expenditures 2,493,000 - 2,493,000
Net Income (Loss) 8,787 - 8,787
Beginning Fund Balance 2,124,723 2,133,510 2,124,723
Ending Fund Balance 2,133,510 2,133,510 2,133,510
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
FLEET MAINTENANCE FUND
SUMMARY BY DEPARTMENT
BA#7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020 Budget
As Previously 2020
Amended Amendment Amended
REVENUE
Taxes - - -
Intergovernmental - - -
Charges for Services 501,219 - 501,219
Rental Income - - -
Investment Income 1,547 - 1,547
Miscellaneous - - -
Transfers In - - -
Debt Proceeds - - -
Departmental Revenues - - -
Total Revenues 502,766 - 502,766
Fleet Maintenance 390,003 - 390,003
Capital Outlay 10,000 - 10,000
Rounding - - -
Total Expenditures 400,003 - 400,003
Net Income (Loss) 102,763 - 102,763
Beginning Fund Balance 538,756 641,519 538,756
Ending Fund Balance 641,519 641,519 641,519
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY FUND
SUMMARY BY DEPARTMENT
BA#7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020 Budget
As Previously 2020
Amended Amendment Amended
REVENUE
Taxes - - -
Intergovernmental - - -
Charges for Services 892,729 - 892,729
Rental Income - - -
Investment Income 4,000 - 4,000
Miscellaneous 1,000 - 1,000
Transfers In - - -
Debt Proceeds - - -
Departmental Revenues - - -
Total Revenues 897,729 - 897,729
IT Operations 799,656 - 799,656
CapitalOutlay 80,000 - 80,000
Transfers Out - - -
Rounding - - -
Total Expenditures 879,656 - 879,656
Net Income (Loss) 18,073 - 18,073
Beginning Fund Balance 298,810 316,883 298,810
Ending Fund Balance 316,883 316,883 316,883
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
VEHICLE REPLACEMENT FUND
SUMMARY BY DEPARTMENT
BA#7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020 Budget
As Previously 2020
Amended Amendment Amended
REVENUE
Taxes - - -
Intergovernmental - - -
Charges for Services 478,139 - 478,139
Rental Income - - -
Investment Income 750 - 750
Miscellaneous - - -
Transfers In - - -
Debt Proceeds - - -
Departmental Revenues - - -
Total Revenues 478,889 - 478,889
Fleet Replacement Operations - - -
CapitalOutlay 538,904 - 538,904
Transfers Out - - -
Rounding - - -
Total Expenditures 538,904 - 538,904
Net Income (Loss) (60,015) - (60,015)
Beginning Fund Balance 545,272 485,257 545,272
Ending Fund Balance 485,257 485,257 485,257
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
RISK MANAGEMENT FUND
SUMMARY BY DEPARTMENT
BA#7-COVID 19 ADDITIONAL RELIEF
2020 Budget
As Previously 2020
Amended Amendment Amended
REVENUE
Taxes - - -
Intergovernmental - - -
Charges for Services 307,344 - 307,344
Rental Income - - -
Investment Income - - -
Miscellaneous - - -
Transfers In - - -
Debt Proceeds - - -
Departmental Revenues - - -
Total Revenues 307,344 - 307,344
Risk Management Operations 307,344 - 307,344
Rounding - - -
Total Expenditures 307,344 - 307,344
Net Income (Loss) - - -
Beginning Fund Balance 0 0 0
Ending Fund Balance 0 0 0
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Town of Estes Park
Summary of Budgeted Grant Revenues
As of April 28, 2020
Federal/
Project State/ 2019 2020
Fund Account# Code Project Descr Grant Program/Grantor Other Grants Grants
101 101-0000-334.20-00 WILL17 Willow Knolls Historic Historic Preservation S 24,675 24,675
101 101-1600-334.20-00 EVLTGT EV Land Trust Grant GOCO S 66,000 56,303
High Visibility Enforcement(Seatbelt
101 101-2100-334.20-00 CDOT and DUI Checkpoints) State of Colorado S 4,800 5,000
101 101-2100-334.20-00 PDPOST PD Post Grants State of Colorado S - 7,000
101 101-5600-333.00-00 ELTRL2 Electric Trolley#2 F 403,266 403,266
101 101-5600-333.00-00 ELTROL Electric Trolley#1 F 360,044 247,530
101 101-5700-334.20-00 ? DeAccession Clerk Institute of Museum&Library Svc O 7,834 -
101 101-5700-334.40-00 �FDGRN Oral History Grant Greenwood Foundation Grant O 11,314 11,314
101 Total 877,933 755,088
204 204-0000-334.30-00 ELKPAV Elkhorn Paving CDOT S 400,000 -
204 Total 400,000 -
220 220-0000-333.00-00 FRTR3 Fall River Trail Phase 3 Land&Water Cons Grant F 400,000 400,000
220 220-0000-333.00-00 FRTR2A Fall River Trail Phase 2A Recreation Trail Grant Program F - 250,000
220 220-0000-334.10-00 THUMB Thumb Open Space Acquisition GOCO S - 350,000
220 220-0000-334.30-00 FRTR3 Fall River Trail Phase 3 EV Parks and Rec District O 400,000 550,000
220 220-0000-334.30-00 THUMB Thumb Open Space Acquisition Access Fund O - 50,000
220 220-0000-334.30-00 THUMB Thumb Open Space Acquisition EV Land Trust O - 15,000
220 Total 2,250,000 1,615,000
244 244-0000-333.00-00 BRODIE Brodie Trail Extension Safe Routes to School F 336,000 -
244 244-0000-333.00-00 GRAVES Graves Ave Trail Grant Safe Routes to School F 500,000
244 244-0000-334.30-00 FRTR3 Fall River Trail Phase 3 Rocky Mnt Conservancy O 120,039
244 244-0000-334.10-00 FRTR2B Fall River Trail Phase 26 Colorado the Beautiful S 363,706
244 244-0000-334.30-00 FRTR2B Fall River Trail Phase 2B EV Parks and Rec District O 50,000
244 244-0000-334.30-00 FRTR2B Fall River Trail Phase 26 Larimer County Dept of Nat Res O 10,000
244 Total 336,000 1,043,745
256 256-0000-334.20-00 'EVPLN Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan DOLA-EIAF S 15,000
256 Total - 15,000
503 503-0000-333.00-00 PMLOAN Prospect Mtn Water Dist Waterline USDA Loan/Grant F 6,547,000
503 Total - 6,547,000
Grand Total 2,413,933 9,975,833
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Town of Estes Park
Schedule of Projects
For Year Ended 12-31-2020
Asof4/28/2020
2020 Current 2020 Revised
Project Budget
Project Name/Description Code ACCOUNT NUMBER ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION Project Amendments Project
Budgets Budgets
WILLOW KNOLLS LEGACY PROJECT WILL17 101-1300-413.31-13 LAND IMPROVEMENTS $ 33,175 $ - $ 33,175
DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE&EQUIP DOCMGT 101-1400-414.37-01 SOFTWARE 32,194 32,194
EV LAND TRUST OS&OUTDOOR REC PLAN EVLTGT 101-1600-416.22-13 CONTRACT/SKILLED SVCS 74,029 74,029
COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN COMPPL 101-1600-416.22-13 CONTRACT/SKILLED SVCS 150,000 150,000
FLEET/STREETS ROOF FLROOF 101-1700-417.32-22 BUILDING REMODELING 1,720 1,720
TOWN HALL WINDOWS(CD&BS SIDE) THWIND 101-1700-417.32-22 BUILDING REMODELING 8,051 8,051
PD ROOF REPLACEMENT PDROOF 101-1700-417.32-22 BUILDING REMODELING 2,035 2,035
PUBLIC RESTROOM REMODEL-MORAINE MOREST 101-1700-417.32-22 BUILDING REMODELING 129,190 129,190
CONFERENCE CENTER PORTE COCHERE CCPORT 101-1700-417.32-22 BUILDING REMODELING 109,930 109,930
VISITOR CENTER MAIN DOOR REPLACEMENT VCDOOR 101-2600-426.32-22 BUILDING REMODELING 55,000 (55,000) -
FRONT END LOADER(BI-ANNUAL TRADE IN) LOADER 101-3100-431.34-43 VEHICLES/HEAVY EQUIPMENT 20,000 20,000
ASPEN DR DRAINAGE ASPDRN 101-3100-431.35-53 STORM DRAINAGE 10,256 10,256
2 BOBCATS(ANNUALTRADE IN) BOBCAT 101-5200-452.33-98 OTHER EQUIPMENT 6,450 6,450
EVENT CENTER ACOUSTIC IMPROVEMENT ECACST 101-5500-455.33-31 FURNITURE/FIXTURES 60,000 (60,000) -
ELECTRICTROLLEY ELTROL 101-5600-456.34-42 VEHICLES/TRUCKS 347,486 347,486
TROLLEY CHARGING STATION-2ND GRANT ELTRL2 101-5600-456.34-42 VEHICLES/TRUCKS 464,320 464,320
COBB-MACDONALD CABIN RE-ROOF *CBNRF 101-5700-457.25-02 BUILDINGS 15,000 (15,000) -
MUSEUM SECURITY CAMERAS MUSECC 101-5700-457.33-31 FURNITURE/FIXTURES 5,000 5,000
TOTAL GENERAL FUND 1,523,836 (130,000) 1,393,836
TOWN WIDE FACILITIES SPACE NEEDS STUDY *SPACE 204-5400-544.22-98 PROF SVCS-OTHER 129,953 129,953
MUSEUM COLLECTIONS AND RESEARCH FACILITY MUSCOL 204-5400-544.32-22 BUILDINGS 73,720 (73,720) -
EVENT CENTER STALL BARN FLOOR LEVELING SBLEVL 204-5400-544.32-22 BUILDINGS 61,800 (61,800) -
TOWN HALL AC UNIT REPLACEMENT ACUNIT 204-5400-544.33-31 FURNITURE/FIXTURES 198,000 (198,000) -
BOARD ROOM AV REPLACEMENT AVBDRM 204-5400-544.33-98 EQUIPMENT-OTHER 145,696 (100,000) 45,696
COMMUNITY DR INTERSECTION CONSTRUCTION CDINTR 204-5400-544.35-51 STREETS 588,244 588,244
COMMUNITY DR ENGINEERING DESIGN COMMDR 204-5400-544.35-51 STREETS 276,453 276,453
ELKHORN MILL&FILL-34/36 TO MORAINE ELKPAV 204-5400-544.35-51 STREETS 21,244 (21,244) -
DOWNTOWN WAYFINDING PROJECT WAYFND 204-5400-544.35-63 WAYFINDING SIGNAGE 100,000 (59,000) 41,000
TOTAL COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT FUND 1,595,110 (513,764) 1,081,346
THUMB OPEN SPACE ACQUISITION THUMB 211-5900-459.31-11 LAND - 70,000 70,000
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Town of Estes Park
Schedule of Projects
For Year Ended 12-31-2020
Asof4/28/2020
2020 Current 2020 Revised
Project Budget
Project Name/Description Code ACCOUNT NUMBER ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION Project Amendments Project
Budgets Budgets
TOTAL CONSERVATON TRUST FUND - 70,000 70,000
THUMB OPEN SPACE ACQUISITION THUMB 220-4600-462.31-11 LAND - 586,700 586,700
SCOTT PONDS(CARRIAGE HILLS)DAM CDBGCH 220-4600-462.22-02 ENGINEERING 5,140 5,140
FISH CREEK TRAIL 11CATG 220-4600-462.22-02 WALKWAYS&BIKEWAYS 90,232 90,232
BRODIE TRAIL EXTENSION BRODIE 220-4600-462.35-60 WALKWAYS&BIKEWAYS 59,843 59,843
CIP-PARKS IRRIG SYSTEM BASE LINE CONTROLLERS PRKIRR 220-4600-462.35-61 PARK IMPROVEMENTS 66,500 66,500
CIP-PARKS IRRIG SYSTEM 1ST STAGE RIVERWALK RVRIRI 220-4600-462.35-61 PARK IMPROVEMENTS 65,000 (65,000) -
FALL RIVER TRAIL PHASE 3 FRTR3 220-4600-462.36-60 FALL RIVER TRAIL IMPR 1,149,725 (50,000) 1,099,725
FALL RIVER TRAIL PHASE 2A FRTR2A 220-4600-462.36-60 FALL RIVER TRAIL IMPR 522,500 522,500
TOTAL LARIMER COUNTY OPEN SPACE FUND 1,958,940 471,700 2,430,640
RADIO REPLACEMENT PROJECT 19RAD0 236-3600-436.33-36 COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT - - -
TOTAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEM FUND - - -
BRODIE TRAIL EXTENSION BRODIE 244-3400-434.35-60 WALKWAYS&BIKEWAYS 95,657 95,657
GRAVES AVE TRAIL(SRT SCHOOL GRANT PROJECT) GRAVES 244-3400-434.35-60 WALKWAYS&BIKEWAYS 683,000 683,000
FALL RIVER TRAIL FRTRL 244-3400-434.36-60 FALL RIVER TRAIL IMPR 5 5
FALL RIVER TRAIL PHASE 26 FRTR26 244-3400-434.36-60 FALL RIVER TRAIL IMPR - 533,706 533,706
FALL RIVER TRAIL PHASE 3 FRTR3 244-3400-434.36-60 FALL RIVER TRAIL IMPR 382,630 50,000 432,630
TOTAL TRAILS FUND 1,161,292 583,706 1,744,998
EV INFRASTRUCTURE PLAN *EVPLN 256-5690-569.22-13 CONTRACT/SKILLED SERVICES 20,000 20,000
MISCELLANEOUS DATA PROCESSING EQUIP EQUIP 256-5690-569.33-33 DATA PROCESSING EQUIPMENT 2,500 2,500
PARKING SERVICE SOFTWARE&EQUIP PKSOFT 256-5690-569.33-33 DATA PROCESSING EQUIPMENT 103,882 103,882
TOTAL PARKING SERVICES FUND 126,382 - 126,382
BRODIE AVE IMPROVEMENTS BRODIE 260-2000-420.35-51 STREETS 81,859 81,859
STREET OVERLAYS OVRLAY 260-2000-420.35-51 STREETS 9,960 9,960
CLEAVE STREET MAJOR REHAB CLEAVE 260-2000-420.35-51 STREETS 666,000 (564,000) 102,000
4TH STREET MAJOR REHAB 4STLR 260-2000-420.35-51 STREETS 3,104 3,104
OVERLAY PROGRAM 2020 OVRLAY 260-2000-420.35-51 STREETS 515,000 515,000
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Town of Estes Park
Schedule of Projects
For Year Ended 12-31-2020
Asof4/28/2020
2020 Current 2020 Revised
Project Budget
Project Name/Description Code ACCOUNT NUMBER ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION Project Amendments Project
Budgets Budgets
PARKING LOT REHABILITATION PARKLT 260-2000-420.35-52 PARKING LOT 175,100 175,100
FLAP/RAMP ESTIMATED COSTS FLAP 260-2000-420.36-60 FED GRANT-FLAP 386,065 386,065
TOTAL STREET FUND 1,837,088 (564,000) 1,273,088
TRAILBLAZER BROADBAND OFFICE TBNBND 502-7001-580.32-21 BUILDINGS 1,224,343 1,224,343
WOODSTOCK OFFICE FURNITURE TBFURN 502-7001-580.33-32 FURNITURE/FIXTURES 150,000 150,000
METERS ELMTR 502-7001-580.33-34 METERS 208,680 208,680
TRANSFORMER PURCHASES TRANSF 502-7001-580.33-35 TRANSFORMERS 50,000 50,000
SMART METER PURCHASES SMRTEL 502-7001-580.33-36 COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT 47,229 47,229
NONSPECIFICTOOLS EQUIP 502-7001-580.33-41 TOOLS 15,000 15,000
2 REELTRAILERS-#93370&93371 REELTR 502-7001-580.33-98 OTHER EQUIPMENT 48,000 48,000
BACKYARD MACHINE BYMACH 502-7001-580.33-98 OTHER EQUIPMENT 152,000 152,000
L&P FORK LIFT REPLACEMENTS-93387A 93387A 502-7001-580.34-42 TRUCKS 65,000 65,000
L&P FORK LIFT REPLACEMENT 93388A 93388A 502-7001-580.34-42 TRUCKS 105,935 105,935
FORD F-550 REPLACEMENT #93327 93327A 502-7001-580.34-42 TRUCKS 209,065 209,065
INTERNATIONAL7400REPLACEMENT#93325B 93325C 502-7001-580.34-42 TRUCKS 240,000 240,000
STREET LIGHTING,POLES&FIXTURES LIGHTS 502-7001-580.35-55 STREET LIGHTS 40,000 40,000
CARRIAGE HILLS CAHILL 502-7001-580.35-57 POWER LINE CONSTRUCTION 142,846 142,846
SMART FUSES(INTELLIRUPTER&TRIP SAVERS) SMTFUS 502-7001-580.35-57 POWER LINE CONSTRUCTION 167,229 167,229
LINE REBUILD 2020 LRBLDS 502-7001-580.35-57 POWER LINE CONSTRUCTION 200,000 200,000
NEW SERVICE CONNECTIONS WOKEXT 502-7001-580.35-59 CUSTOMER SERVICE LINES 344,280 344,280
SMART GRID FIBER OPTIC INSTALL SMTFBR 502-7001-580.35-66 FIBER OPTIC INSTALL 300,736 300,736
TRAILBLAZER BROADBAND CONSTRUCTION TBNBND 502-7001-580.35-66 FIBER OPTIC INSTALL 22,723,102 22,723,102
GIS MAPPING IMPROVEMENTS GIS18 502-7001-580.37-01 SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT 120,469 120,469
UTILITY BILLING MODERNIZATON PROJECT UBPRTL 502-7001-580.37-01 SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT 25,000 25,000
TOTAL POWER&COMMUNICATIONS FUND 26,578,914 - 26,578,914
GLACIER CREEK WTP-DISCHARGE OUT STRUCTURE GCDSCH 503-7000-580.32-22 BUILDING REMODELING 160,000 160,000
BROOK DRIVE WATER SHOP REMODEL(KEARNEY SHOP) KEARNY 503-7000-580.32-22 BUILDING REMODELING 832,453 832,453
GC DISINFECTION OUTREACH AND VERIFICATION EFFORT GCDOVE 503-7000-580.32-22 BUILDING REMODELING 1,283,148 1,283,148
BROOK DRIVE WATER SHOP FURNITURE&FIXT KEARNY 503-7000-580.33-31 FURNITURE/FIXTURES 45,000 45,000
GENERAL OFFICE EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT EQUIP 503-7000-580.33-32 OFFICE EQUIPMENT 4,000 4,000
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Town of Estes Park
Schedule of Projects
For Year Ended 12-31-2020
Asof4/28/2020
2020 Current 2020 Revised
Project Budget
Project Name/Description Code ACCOUNT NUMBER ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION Project Amendments Project
Budgets Budgets
WONDERWARE SOFTWARE WONDER 503-7000-580.33-33 DATA PROCESSING EQUIPMENT 19,000 19,000
METER REPLACEMENT PROJECT SMRTW 503-7000-580.33-34 METERS 566,457 566,457
SCADA UPGRADES AT GLACIER WTP GPSCAD 503-7000-580.33-36 COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT 64,702 64,702
SCADA RADIO&ANTENNA REPLACEMENT EQUIP 503-7000-580.33-36 COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT 30,000 30,000
MISC COMM EQUIP EQUIP 503-7000-580.33-36 COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT 50,000 50,000
VARIOUS LAB EQUIPMENT REPL EQUIP 503-7000-580.33-37 LABORATORY EQUIPMENT 16,000 16,000
VARIOUS PURIFICATION EQUIP REPL EQUIP 503-7000-580.33-40 PURIFICATION EQUIPMENT 16,000 16,000
CONFINED SPACE ENTRY EQUIPMENT WTTOOL 503-7000-580.33-41 TOOLS 10,000 10,000
SAFETY EQUIP(TRENCH BOXES AND SPEED SHORING EQUIP) WTTOOL 503-7000-580.33-41 TOOLS 10,000 10,000
SAFETY EQUIP WTTOOL 503-7000-580.33-41 TOOLS 10,000 10,000
LEAK CORRELATOR EQUIP LEAKCO 503-7000-580.33-98 OTHER EQUIPMENT 25,000 25,000
DROP DECK TRAILER DROPDK 503-7000-580.34-42 TRUCKS 17,000 17,000
60 SERIES MINI EXCAVATOR MINEXC 503-7000-580.34-42 TRUCKS 80,000 80,000
PRV VAULT METERING PRVMTR 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 17,000 17,000
PEMPWCo SYSTEM DESIGN&CONSTRUCTION PEMPWC 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 27,514 27,514
PROSPECT MTN WATER DIST-LOAN IMPROVEMENTS PMLOAN 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 10,987,759 10,987,759
MORAINE BRIDGE SOUTH-WATER M06517 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 4,635 4,635
PRESSURE REDUCTION VALVE/METERING PRVLM 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 16,000 16,000
SCHOOL NEW SVC LINE SCHOOL 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 14,650 14,650
18"MAIN VALVE INSTALLATIONS 18VALV 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 120,000 120,000
NCWCD MUNICIPAL SUBDISTRICT INCLUSIONS NCWCD 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 42,000 42,000
GLACIER CREEK WTP INTAKE ENGINEERING GCINTK 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 120,000 120,000
CIP ROCKWELL/WEST RIVERSIDE DR 16"MAIN ROCKWL 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 256,459 256,459
CIP BUREAU AREA PHASE 3 WTBRP3 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 596,609 596,609
CIP BIG THOMPSON AVE(HWY 34)MAIN BTHOMP 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 701,579 701,579
MALL ROAD-HWY36 CROSSING MALL36 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 25,599 25,599
1360 BROOK DRIVE WATER SHOP WATERLINE(KEARNEY SHOP) KEARNY 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 40,000 40,000
PARKING STRUCTURE WATERLINE PKGWTR 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 100,000 100,000
BIG HORN DR WATER MAIN REPL BHWTRM 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 124,797 124,797
SPRUCE DRIVE WATER MAIN REPL SPWTRM 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 295,496 295,496
DEVILS GULCH WATER LINE EXTENSION DEVEXT 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 12,000 12,000
CARRIAGE DRIVE WATER MAIN REPL CAHILL 503-7000-580.35-54 WATER SYSTEM 517,500 517,500
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Town of Estes Park
Schedule of Projects
For Year Ended 12-31-2020
Asof4/28/2020
2020 Current 2020 Revised
Project Budget
Project Name/Description Code ACCOUNT NUMBER ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION Project Amendments Project
Budgets Budgets
UTILITY MASTER PLAN WTRMPL 503-7000-580.35-62 UT SYSTEM MASTER PLAN 30,000 30,000
WTR RISK ASSESSMT&EMERG RESPONSE PLAN UPDATE WTREMG 503-7000-580.35-62 UT SYSTEM MASTER PLAN 50,000 50,000
GIS WORK WTRGIS 503-7000-580.37-01 SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT 28,816 28,816
LAB MGT/OVERALL DATA MGT SOFTWARE WLSOFT 503-7000-580.37-01 SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT 15,406 15,406
UTILITY BILLING MODERNIZATON PROJECT UBPRTL 503-7000-580.37-01 SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT 5,000 5,000
CIP USA WATER RIGHTS WITH BOR WTRRBR 503-7000-580.37-10 WATER RIGHTS 49,690 49,690
WATER RIGHTACQUISITION/RENEWAL WTRRIT 503-7000-580.37-10 WATER RIGHTS 20,000 20,000
TOTAL WATER FUND 17,457,269 - 17,457,269
PURCH WATER SHOP FOR NEW FLEET MAINT FAC FLSHOP 612-7000-610.32-21 BUILDINGS 400,000 (400,000) -
DESIGN FOR REMODEL OF WATER SHOP FOR PW FLSHOP 612-7000-610.32-22 BUILDING REMODELING 30,000 (20,000) 10,000
TOTAL FLEET MAINTENANCE FUND 430,000 (420,000) 10,000
NEW NETWORK SERVER NETWRK 625-2500-425.33-98 OTHER EQUIPMENT 40,000 40,000
NEW NETWORK SWITCHES/WIFI COMPONENTS NETWRK 625-2500-425.33-98 OTHER EQUIPMENT 10,000 10,000
NAS/BACKUP COMPONENTS NETWRK 625-2500-425.33-98 OTHER EQUIPMENT 20,000 20,000
VERIZON ROUTER REPLACEMENT NETWRK 625-2500-425.33-98 OTHER EQUIPMENT 5,000 5,000
EDGE ROUTER REPLACEMENT NETWRK 625-2500-425.33-98 OTHER EQUIPMENT 5,000 5,000
TOTAL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND 80,000 - 80,000
POLICE G-106A 2004 FORD EXPLORER G-106A 635-7000-435.34-42 TRUCKS 43,527 43,527
POLICE G-155 CRUISER G-155 635-7000-435.34-42 TRUCKS 45,000 45,000
POLICE NEW UNIT FOR NEW OFFICER POSITION G-153 635-7000-435.34-42 TRUCKS 25,401 25,401
POLICE CRUISER G-98A G-986 635-7000-435.34-42 TRUCKS 64,000 64,000
STREETS-NEW STREET SWEEPER COMBINE G116A&G976 G116A 635-7000-435.34-42 TRUCKS 248,526 248,526
PARKS G-66B G66C 635-7000-435.34-42 TRUCKS 42,000 42,000
FLEET G-61 G61A 635-7000-435.34-42 TRUCKS 70,450 70,450
TOTAL VEHICLE REPLACEMENT FUND 538,904 - 538,904
TOTAL PROJECT RECAP $ 53,287,735 $ (572,358) $ 52,715,377
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May 8, 2020
Dear Town of Estes Park Trustees,
What a difficult time for you to take this new leadership position in our town. The Chamber of
Commerce expresses wholehearted support for the burden you carry. We would like to
shoulder the load you bear to get our economy restarted in a safe and healthy way while we
also shoulder the burden of our members in carrying out the measures you approved in the
Emergency Ordinance 07-20 on May 1. We're very glad to see this on the agenda May 12:
DISCUSS POTENTIAL REVISIONS TO ORDINANCE 07-20 TO ADDRESS EATING AND DRINKING.
You don't need us to repeat the many testimonies that have already crossed your desk and
ours concerning the emergency ordinance and the heated pleas to reopen Rocky Mountain
National Park. The Chamber is in full support of following County Safer at Home orders, which
are in keeping with health guidelines followed by counties across the state. As the voice of
business in Estes Park, we are asking if the town will provide a forum for business to speak
into any addendum the Town will make to this order in its May 12 meeting?
It's clear from the many sentiments we've heard that we need to collaborate on a better
communication campaign about the prevention measures that work in favor of business.
Mayor Koenig's May 8 video is a wonderful step in the right direction to relieve the angst our
business owners are feeling about the ordinance and provide hope the park will reopen soon.
The concerns that might impact your May 12 conversation regarding the ordinance boil down
to relief for employees on the front lines in our business establishments and reasonable
modifications to allow customers to enjoy their purchases without fear of reprisal.
We support any modifications that provide safe, open areas where people can consume food
and beverage products purchased in town. We also support reasonable lenience for smaller
business owners to operate in a way that reflects the desires of their customers.
The Chamber stands by the Town of Estes Park as partners in creating a healthy recovery for
our economy and our whole community.
Donna Carlson
Executive Director
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PO Box 2376, Estes Park, CO 80517 A
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From:
Estes Park EDC and Estes Chamber of Commerce
533 Big Thompson Ave, Suite 103
Estes Park, CO 80517
April 28, 2020
Estes Park Board of Trustees
PO Box 1200
Estes Park, CO 80517
Dear Estes Park Board of Trustees,
The Estes Park EDC and the Estes Chamber of Commerce entered into an agreement with the Town
of Estes Park on April 15, 2020, to be the administrators of the Business Relief Fund. This fund is an
allocation of$150,000 from the Community Relief Fund for the benefit of small businesses in Estes
Park that have been financially affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We respectfully request that
the Town Trustees consider adding to the Business Relief Fund.
In the first seven days of the program, we received 104 qualified applications. Based on the criteria
set forth in the Agreement and the intended funding for each business, the projected need of this
program is $630,000. We are projecting a shortfall of $480,000. At this time, we are able to fund
only 23.8% of the calculated grant for each business. We are currently planning to provide funding
to each applicant at this rate. For example, if their qualified application amount is $1,000, the fund
is providing $238 to the applicant.
The Estes Park EDC and Estes Chamber of Commerce recognize the financial hardship that the
COIVO-19 crisis is placing on the Town of Estes Park. The Business Relief Fund is providing much-
needed assistance to the business community of Estes Park, but we would like you to be aware of
the magnitude of the need and ask that you respond to this need with a second round of additional
funding of $150,000, if possible.
Thank you for your consideration and your support of the Estes Park business community.
Sincerely,
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Adam Shake Keith Pearson
The Estes Park EDC The Estes Chamber of Commerce
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For Immediate Release
Town's Business Relief Grant Now Available through the EDC and the Chamber
April 17, 2020, Estes Park, CO -Applications are now available for businesses in Estes Park to
request Business Relief Funding. The Estes Chamber of Commerce and the Estes Park Economic
Development Corporation are administering the distribution of$150,000 in grants from the
Town of Estes Park's Community Relief Fund for rapid relief to small businesses that have
suffered economic loss due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
These funds will be used to provide businesses relief in the areas of:
• Retention of employees
• Mortgage and rental payments
• Utilities and bills
• Tax and insurance dues
Town Administrator Travis Machalek commented, "It's our hope that businesses can begin
reopening as soon as it is deemed safe to do so by public health officials. In the meantime, our
goal is to quickly get these funds back into the business community to help alleviate some of
the hardship caused by COVID-19."
The Business Relief Fund has two separate components: The Employee Retention Fund and the
Overhead Maintenance Fund. Businesses may apply for assistance from either or both of these
programs using this application. Eligible businesses will receive a grant covering up to 40% of
their payroll for two months, up to $10,000 from the employee retention fund. In addition,
eligible business will receive a grant covering up to 40% of their expenses from the overhead
maintenance fund.
These funds are available now and representatives from the Chamber and the EDC are currently
accepting applications. Businesses must meet the following criteria to apply for assistance:
• Hold a business license with the Town of Estes Park.
• Located within the Estes Valley Development Code Area.
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• Can demonstrate that the COVID-19 pandemic caused at least a 25% decrease in
revenue.
• Employ 1-10 employees in total across all locations (full-time or part-time).
• Have been in operation for at least 6 months.
The Town of Estes Park, the EDC and the Chamber all agree that our businesses need relief
now. We are pleased to be able to act quickly, and it is our hope that these grants will help
businesses retain employees and mitigate the long-term effects of getting behind in their bills.
For details on criteria for eligibility and how to apply, please see this Link to Download the
Business Relief Fund Application or send your request for information
to EPBusinessRelief@�mail.com.
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About the Estes Chamber of Commerce:
The Estes Chamber of Commerce formed in 2019 to be the champion for business, dedicated to
promoting a strong business climate in the Estes Valley, and enhancing the quality of life for our
members. For more information, visit esteschamber.or�.
About Estes Park EDC:
Estes Park EDC exists to build a stronger and more broadly-based economy in the Estes Valley;
assist businesses to reach their full economic potential, and attract new businesses that create
primary jobs and new employment opportunities which reflect and preserve the unique
mountain culture of the Estes Valley. For more information,
visit https://www.estesparkedc.com or contact ashake@estesparkedc.com
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Date Agenda_Item_Title Name File_Upload Comments_for the_Board_of Trustees_
Resolution 28-20 Please read the attached letter.
Consideration of
Request for Thank you,
Additional Funds for
Local Small Jim and Robyne Huebner
Business Jim 2343 Aspen Brook
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Report & Discussion Item #1 Public Comment
For TB mtg May 12 packet re: COVID-19 and Our Business Community
Bill J. Darden <bdarden@uchicago.edu> Sat, May 9, 2020 at 10:48 PM
Dear Mayor Koenig, Mayor Pro-tem Martchink, and Trustees:
The business community is pushing for greater opening of Town to visitors. If they wish to do this, I
believe business owners should be on the front line in their businesses to interact with customers along
with their employees. They should be the ones to speak to anyone entering who is not wearing protective
cloth over their nose and mouth to conform to our ordinance requiring such.
Since people of all ages are contracting COVID-19, the ordinance put into effect on May 1 should be
revised to require children to wear masks. Children have died from this virus which has shut down their
systems in ways other than what is commonly seen The concerns at the May 1 meeting requiring people
with breathing problems not needing to wear a mask seems wrong to me. I would think that people with
immune or other health problems would not be exposing themselves to others. They could have the virus
and spread it just as much as others who do not have health problems. People can have the virus before
showing symptoms. I don't believe anyone be exempt from wearing a mask. I suspect people with health
problems are avoiding shopping unless they have no choice. I would hope that friends would shop for
food for them, or help them when necessary to avoid contact with other people.
Stay well,
Johanna Darden
Input on 7::20
scottbearwalker@reagan.com <scottbearwalker@reagan.com> Mon, May 11, 2020 at
10:03 AM
Hello,
I was told that you are looking for input on the current issues. Apparently the Chamber is more interested in getting
Estes Park open than the local city government is. Who signs the city's paychecks?
Specifically:
I. I want Ordinance 7:20 to be revoked.
2.1 want Ordinanace 7:20 revamped to allow people to eat and drink. Technically right now they cannot even take
medication orally.
3. I want Ordinanace 7:20 to be revamped to make it a "warning only"for the good of the community, and that
decision left to the individual. My body, my right.
4. I want the Lake Trail to be left alone. The city attorney has already stated that it is mostly county. The city needs to
butt out.
5. I want the National Park opened. What the city has to do with a National Park being closed is beyond me. That
Park belongs to all the people, not the elitists in Estes Park.
South Dakota did it right-the governor left it up to the people of her state to make responsible decisions that will work
for their lives, their businesses, and their communities. The people did so. Her own citizens honored her with a
parade.
https://www.voutube.com/watch?v=vkqninkseZ8
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Report & Discussion Item #1 Public Comment
Town officials were elected to represent all the people, not just the ones with money that want to make this town a
mountain Shangrila complete with hospital and helipad. Nor were they elected to promulgate an agenda that is their
own or represents a certain political ideology.
Sincerely,
Dan Decker
Thirty Below Leather
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Instance Start date Name Comments_for_the_Board_of Trustees_ File_Upload
Regarding you discussion of potential revisions to ORD 07-20 ... You will not fulfill the requirement of
Public Comment for Other S/11/2020 2:21:31 PM Richard Ralph Municiple Code 2.04.045 that enable ORD 07-20 to continue beyond May 12. See attached file uploaded with Municipal Code 2.04.045.docx
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Report & Discussion Item #1 Discussion of Ordinance 07-20
Fwd: Repealing Ordinance 7-20
Tue, May 12, 2020 at 8:11 AM
Dear Trustees,
I would like to make one more appeal on behalf the reputation of Estes Park. Many people have called this past
weekend asking, "is Estes open?" It is no wonder they are confused. The Larimer County website flat out says, "Do
not go to Estes Park", as if we are a giant nursing home on quarantine. Estes Park is a community with hard-working
families trying to make a living. Yes, we do have an older population, who, by recommendation, should be staying
home. Our tourists support Safeway, the schools, the hospital, the roads, the downtown, etc. Without these tourists
we would also be without the aforementioned amenities. We need a welcome campaign, not the police greeting
people informing them about a facemask requirement. We need a welcome campaign that does not look like a firing
line with black masks, like our new Town of Estes home page. We need a welcome campaign that thanks our
treasured tourists for coming up here to our beautiful home. Thank them for spending time and money in our
restaurants and shops. Thank them for choosing to come to Estes Park and making it the wonderful place we have
the pleasure of calling home.
But I am afraid that the image we have presented them is not welcoming. We chase families from Safeway for not
wearing a mask. I observed a family wanting to take a group photo by the river and they debated about whether they
could take their masks off. They were looking around to see if anyone was going to turn them in. We have a more
visible police force than usual informing of face mask requirements, thus not casting a positive light on the wonderful
police department we have. We have created self-appointed citizens taking the law into their own hands and
informing strangers of a mask requirement and even going so far as to reporting others to the police. Some citizens
even go as far as taking pictures and writing the Mayor! What have we become?
To think that all of this division could have been avoided by simply following the CDC and make wearing a face mask
outside a RECOMMENDATION rather than creating this unenforceable, hastily-written law. We could have had the
friendly volunteer police handing out free masks to people and let them know we care about your safety and
recommend that you wear a mask in our powntown area. A recommendation allows us to eat that sweet treat or drink
that coffee we just purchased. A recommendation would have allowed for an employee to eat or drink during their
shift. We could have had a welcome campaign that supports the financial health of our local businesses while
balancing with the physical health of the visitors and citizens. Warren Buffet is quoted as saying, "It takes 20 years to
build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you'll do things differently. " Estes has built a
reputation of being family friendly. Do you really want to ruin that in 5 minutes? Please repeal this unfriendly
ordinance.
Respectfully,
Anne Brader
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