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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Parks Advisory Board 2016-06-17 Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, June 17, 2016 Minutes of a Regular meeting of the Parks Advisory Board of the Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado. Meeting held in the Town Hall Board Room, in said Town of Estes Park on the 17th day of June, 2016. Present: Merle Moore Celine Lebeau Carlie Bangs Terry Rustin Vicki Papineau Ronna Boles (& Paige the baby) Also Present: Kevin McEachern, Public Works Operations Manager Brian Berg, Parks Division Supervisor Greg Muhonen, Director of Public Works Megan Van Hoozer, Public Works Administrative Assistant Cody Walker, Trustee Liaison Lars Sage, Estes Arts District Absent: Dewain Lockwood Co-Chair Moore called the meeting to order at 11:00 a.m. GENERAL BUSINESS It was moved and seconded (Boles/Moore) to approve the May meeting minutes with minor corrections and the motion passed unanimously. Arts District: Peter Gaustad, illustrator of last session’s Bigfoot drawing, came before the PAB to personally ‘sell’ the idea of placing the Bigfoot on the restrooms located at Elkhorn & Riverside Drive. Mr. Gaustad was resistant to bringing art that represents animals that are ‘common’ or ‘typical’ to the area, stating that that type of art would not spur conversation like a painting of Bigfoot. The PAB reiterated its objection; less because of the idea, more due to the particular piece of art and it’s similarity to a gorilla. Chair Lebeau encouraged Mr. Gaustad to bring a different rendition of the Bigfoot art display at a future PAB meeting. He agreed. Parks Supervisor Berg provided a brief overview of the AIPP approval process so that it was understood what’s involved as he moves forward. Another presentation was made on behalf of the Arts District, summarizing the impact of bronze mice being placed all around another municipality. It generated discussion and appreciation for the arts. Town Administrator Frank Lancaster thought it would be a fun idea to have bronze picas placed around town ‘Picas In The Park’. These were quoted at $1,200/ea. However, that was a general idea and they won’t necessarily be created by the quoting artist. Board member Rustin had a concern with the price difference and mentioned that the price should be closer to $300/each. The bronze picas could be Parks Advisory Board – June 17th, 2016 – Page 2 privately sponsored, if they were deemed public property, or they could be sponsored by businesses. Parks Supervisor, Berg, made a point to relay his concern over the initial yarn -bombing of the parks/public spaces due to staples being the method of attachment to the trees. This is destructive to the trees and that method is not permitted. Although they were no t aware this method was used initially (preferred method is fishing line), this issue will be addressed within the Arts District. Asst. Town Administrator, Travis Machalek: Mr. Machalek brought to the PAB the proposal for a pilot project for utility box art mural wraps. Using photos or drawings, large wraps (graffiti-proof and weather-proof) would be created for application to the utility box. The PAB was very supportive of this proposal. Additionall y, Mr. Machalek stated it would use art created by local residents/students in the community. The artists would be paid for selection of their art and it would also be made public to other jurisdictions via the utility box wrap vendors. Any time the specified piece of art was selected for purchase, the artist would receive payment. The other possibility is artists painting the utility box, however the cost and time to maintain a painted surface is much higher than the wrap. Development Code Plant List: Co-Chair Moore brought to the PAB a comprehensive plant listing for review. He stated there are perennials, vines and grasses yet to add. It was suggested that the list be broken down by native and non-native plants. Director Muhonen suggested supplementing the list with installation procedures, etc. to add additional value to the document. Co-Chair Moore will return next month with a finalized list. PARKS DIVISION UPDATE The Parks Department is very busy. No additional updates provided due to time constraints. OTHER BUSINESS With no other business to discuss, Chair Lebeau adjourned the meeting at 12:00 p.m.