HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Town Board 1987-04-14Minutes of a
ark, Larimer County, Colorado, 14 , 1987_
regular
meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes
Park, Larimer County, Colorado. Meeting held in the Town Hall in said Town of Estes Park
on the ..14.th day of AprAl , A. D. 19.87. at regular meeting
hour.
Meeting called to order by Mayor H. Bernerd Dannels
Present: Mayor H. B. Dannels Trustees:
Also Present: Town Administrator
Gregory A. White,
Town Attorney
Absent:
Dale G. Hill,
None
Norbert L. Aldrich,
David Barker,
Mark T. Brown,
Milan A. Dickinson,
David Habecker,
George J. Hix
Minutes of the regular meeting held March 24, 1987 were submitted
and approved.
Trustee Barker moved the bills, as presented, be allowed and paid
and that the Clerk be authorized to draw warrants for same. (A
certified copy of the bills presented and allowed are on file in
the Finance Office under this date, and made a part of the record
of these proceedings by reference thereto). Trustee Hix seconded
the motion and it passed unanimously.
Minutes of the Public Safety Committee meeting held March 26,
1987 were read. Trustee Aldrich, Chairman of the Committee,
moved the minutes be approved. Trustee Habecker seconded the
motion and it passed unanimously.
Minutes of the Light and Power Committee meeting held April 2,
1987 were read. Trustee Hix, Chairman of the Committee, moved
the minutes be approved. Trustee Habecker seconded the motion.
A member of the audience suggested the "MV Planner" computer
program be purchased in lieu of the "Lotus". Mayor Dannels
advised the suggestion would be forwarded to Finance Officer
Vavra. The motion passed unanimously.
Trustee Hix moved a public hearing be scheduled for May 26, 1987
to consider: (1) a 6.8% electric rate increase for all rate
classifications, and (2) staff be authorized to proceed with the
publication notice and mailing of the informational letter
advising of the proposed rate increase to all rural electric
consumers. Trustee Brown seconded the motion and it passed
unanimously.
Minutes of the Water Committee meeting held April 9, 1987 were
read. Trustee Dickinson, Chairman of the Committee, moved the
minutes be approved. Trustee Aldrich seconded the motion and it
passed unanimously.
Trustee Aldrich introduced, and Town Attorney White read in full,
the following Ordinance and moved it be passed and adopted:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE TOWN OF ESTES PARK,
COLORADO, THE SAME PERTAINING TO BULK RATE
WATER USERS
Trustee Brown questioned the Town's liability in the quality of
water provided following delivery to the "master meter." Town
Attorney White suggested the following sentence be included under
Section 13.38.110 - "Any change in the quality of water after
delivery to the master meter is not the responsibility of the
Town." Trustee Barker seconded the motion, as amended, and it
Board of Trustees - April 14, 1987 - Page two
passed by the following votes: Those voting "Yes" Trustees
Aldrich, Barker, Brown, Dickinson, Habecker and Hix. Those
voting "No" none. Whereupon Mayor Dannels declared said Ordi-
nance duly passed and adopted and ordered it numbered 4-87 and
published according to law.
Minutes of the Stanley Park Committee meeting held April 10, 1987
were read. Trustee Hix, Chairman of the Committee, moved the
minutes be approved. Trustee Dickinson seconded the motion and
it passed unanimously.
Mayor Dannels continued the public hearing to consider Special
Review 87-4 for the Fun City Slide Modification, 375 Moraine
Avenue (Kinnie). Testimony in "favor" of the request was offered
by Bill Van Horn (representing the owner), Judy Kob (who stated
careful consideration must be given on the effect such a proposal
would have on the economy and the advantage of having "fun things
to do" in the community), Linda Gordon (who stated it was an
advantage to Estes Park to have entertainment for the entire
family), Lou Canaiy (who stated Mr. Kinnie ran a clean and neat
operation and it was fun for the youngsters), and Art Bevacqua
(who stated it was only common sense to allow the request).
Testimony in "opposition" was heard from the following: Ray
Lindsey/EVIA (the EVIA Board is opposed to the height exemption),
Tucker Wood/ARD (the ARD Board opposes the request based upon the
Town's policy/philosophy concerning non -conforming additions and
aesthetic value), Anna Chabas (who stated she does not desire to
see Estes Park turned into an "amusement park"), Larry Moss (who
read a prepared statement and urged denial of the request), Steve
Komito (who urged the Board to consider content of the public
input not the number of people opposing the request, and main-
taining responsible and respectable action), and Seymour Graham
(who warned of the Town establishing a "precedent"). Rebuttal,
in "favor" of the request was heard from Bill Van Horn who
clarified the allowable height limit, reviewed the Special Review
process, and urged the Town to consider the facts that had been
presented - not personal opinions; Judy Kob and Lou Canaiy.
Rebuttal in "opposition" to the request was not offered. Corre-
spondence was received from Al Sager, Chairman/Planning Commis-
sion, Janet West, Jane Cornell, Clarke Becker, Steve Komito, and
Marj Dunmire. There being no further testimony, Mayor Dannels
declared said public hearing closed. Items of clarification
and/or comments were offered by Trustees Brown, Habecker, Hix and
Aldrich. Whereupon Trustee Aldrich moved Special Review Request
87-4 for the Fun City Slide Modification be approved. Trustee
Brown seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
The Amended Plat of Lots 16 and 17, DeVille Subdivision, submit-
ted by Wilson and Romona Rains was presented. The owners are
proposing to combine two (2) existing lots into one (1) lot for
the purpose of constructing an addition to the existing building.
Planner Stamey stated all three (3) conditions placed on the plat
by the Planning Commission had been met, adding staff must verify
placement of one (1) property pin. Trustee Brown moved the
Amended Plat of Lots 16 and 17, DeVille Subdivision be approved.
Trustee Dickinson seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
Mayor Dannels declared a public hearing to consider amending
Chapter 14 of the Municipal Code pertaining to adoption of the
National Electrical Code, 1987 Edition. Those speaking in
"favor" Light and Power Director Dekker. There were no persons
speaking in "opposition." Whereupon Mayor Dannels declared said
public hearing closed. Trustee Hix introduced, and Town Attorney
White read in full, the following Ordinance and moved it be
passed and adopted:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 14 OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE TOWN OF ESTES PARK,
COLORADO, THE SAME PERTAINING TO BUILDINGS
AND CONSTRUCTION INCLUDING THE ADOPTION OF
THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, 1987 EDITION
Board of Trustees - April 14, 1987 - Page three
Trustee Brown seconded the motion and it passed by the following
votes: Those voting "Yes" Trustees Aldrich, Barker, Brown,
Dickinson, Habecker and Hix. Those voting "No" none. Whereupon
Mayor Dannels declared said Ordinance duly passed and adopted and
ordered it numbered 5-87 and published according to law.
Dorothy Irwin/Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies submitted a Bond
Park Use Permit Application for use of the Park September 19 and
20, 1987 for the annual Arts and Crafts Festival. Town Adminis-
trator Hill confirmed acceptance of the Insurance Certificate.
Trustee Hix moved the application be approved. Trustee Aldrich
seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
Trustee Barker, the Town's Representative for the Larimer-Weld
Regional Council of Governments (LW -COG), advised the Trustees of
recent discussion by member municipalities concerning continued
participation in LW -COG. LW -COG is in need of a "statement of
intent" from the Town. Fort Lupton, Greeley and Loveland have
advised the LW -COG Governing Board they do not intend to continue
participation due to financial reasons. Town Administrator Hill
stated four alternatives addressing membership dues have been
received. Programs such as the 208 Water Quality, transporta-
tion, and technical assistance will continue; various other
programs that would benefit the Town have been completed. LW -COG
administers funding through various Federal Grants; such funding
is no longer available. Due to the need of a six-month notice,
Trustee Hix moved the Town submit an official statement of intent
indicating the Town's desire to discontinue membership. Trustee
Barker seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
Trustee Aldrich moved the following liquor license renewal
applications be approved:
Big Horn Cafe, Inc., Beer and Wine, 401 W. Elkhorn Avenue
Deer Ridge, Inc., dba National Park Village South, 3.2%
Retail Beer License, off -premises, 900 Moraine Avenue
Deer Ridge, Inc., dba The Other Restaurant, Hotel and
Restaurant, includes Extended Hours, 900 Moraine Avenue
Sgt. Pepperwood's, Beer and Wine, 101 W. Elkhorn Avenue
KLB, Ltd., dba Stanley Restaurant and Lounge, Hotel and
Restaurant, 222 Wonderview Avenue, includes Extended Hours
Trustee Hix seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
Trustee Brown moved the Manager Registration Application submit-
ted by Cecil R. McGlothlen for Friar's Restaurant be approved.
Trustee Aldrich seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
Trustee Aldrich introduced and Town Administrator Hill read in
full, the following Resolution and moved it be adopted:
R E S O L U T I ON 5-87
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE
TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO:
That the filing date of the application for a
Hotel and Restaurant License, to sell malt, vinous and
spirituous liquor filed by Loyd 0. and Betty A. Minor,
dba TOP OF THE PARK, Estes Park, Colorado, is April 9,
1987, and it is hereby ordered that a public hearing on
said application shall be held in the Board Room of the
Municipal Building, 170 MacGregor Avenue, on May 12,
1987 at 7:30 P.M., and that the neighborhood boundaries
for the purpose of said application and hearing shall
be the area included within a radius of 2.92 miles as
measured from the center of the applicant's property.
Trustee Hix seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
Board of Trustees - April 14, 1987 - Page four
Trustee Habecker moved the "change of ownership" and "change of
trade name" from Terry and Marsha Phillips dba Crags Lodge and
Glass Wall Restaurant to International Leisure Enterprises, Inc.,
dba Golden Eagle Resort, 300 Riverside Drive for a Hotel and
Restaurant Liquor License, including Extended Hours and Manager
Registration be approved. Trustee Brown seconded the motion and
it passed unanimously.
Mayor Dannels submitted the name of Peter Hondius for appointment
to the Estes Park Urban Renewal Authority (EPURA) to replace the
vacancy left by Lyle Frantz. The term expires September 14,
1988. Trustee Hix moved Peter Hondius be appointed as Commis-
sioner to EPURA with his term expiring September 14, 1988.
Trustee Dickinson seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
Town Administrator Hill read in full a letter of gratitude and
support for Lieutenant Bob Elste submitted by members of the
Police Department. Mayor Dannels read in full a letter recogniz-
ing Lt. Elste's performance submitted by Town Administrator Hill
and presented a "Certificate of Achievement" plus a cash award of
$500.00 to Lt. Elste. The award certified excellence in filling
the position of Chief of Police during February 4 - April 13,
1987. Mayor Dannels also introduced the newly -appointed Chief of
Police, David Racine.
Mayor Dannels advised the Town Board meeting scheduled April 28,
1987 had been cancelled and that a "special" Town Board meeting
will take place May 1, 1987 at 2:00 P.M.
Following completion of all agenda items,
comments from the audience. Lou Canaiy
Public Safety Committee minutes for the
1987 and requested confirmation that
proposed indoor arena had been postponed.
(1) the election has been postponed and
scheduled on April 28th at 7:30 P.M. in
discuss public comment on the arena.
Mayor Dannels requested
requested a copy of the
meeting held March 26,
the election for the
Mr. Canaiy was advised
(2) a meeting has been
Room 200 to receive and
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned.
Mayor
Town Clerk