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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Town Board 1988-07-26&am uf izstes Minutes of a ark, Larimer County, Colorado, regular July 26 1988 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 26th hour. day of July , A. D. 19. 8.8. at regular meeting Meeting called to order by Mayor H. Bernerd Dannels Present: Mayor H. B. Dannels Trustees: Norbert L. Aldrich, Milan A. Dickinson, Polly Garrett, David Habecker, Also Present: Gary F. Klaphake, George J. Hix Town Administrator Gregory A. White, Town Attorney 44Aiat‘ Vickie O'Connor, Town Clerk Absent: David Barker, Trustee Mayor Dannels called the meeting of the Town Board to order at 7:30 P.M. Minutes of the Town Board meeting held July 12, 1988 were submit- ted and approved. Trustee Habecker moved the bills, as presented, be approved and paid, and that the Town Clerk ProTem 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 unani- mously. Estes Valley Recreation and Park District - Ski Estes Park (Hidden Valley): Sally Carlin, Board of Directors/Estes Valley Recreation and Park District, appeared before the Trustees seeking finan- cial assistance for Ski Estes Park. Ms. Carlin reviewed the District's operation of the ski area, stating $100,000 is needed to cover this year's losses. Ms. Carlin posed the following questions: (1) what is the economic value of the ski area to the community; and (2) does the ski area warrant subsidy to assure operation. The District has scheduled a meeting to receive public input August 3, 1988 at 7:00 P.M., in Room 203 of the Municipal Building; all are urged to attend. Ed Jungbluth, Executive Director/Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Trustees offering information substantiating the economic value of Ski Estes Park. Mr. Jungbluth stated numerous businesses have indicated the possibility of closing during the winter months in the event the ski area is closed; approximately 80 full-time jobs could be lost. The United States Tourism and Travel Administration uses a multiplier of 2.56 when establishing economic impact. Using this multiplier, sales tax collected as a result of the ski area's payroll equals $13,516.80. Mr. Jungbluth also read in full a statement from Harry Graham, Manager/Stanley Hotel. In summary, Mr. Graham urged the ski area be re- tained for the entire community. Mark Roskam, Manager/Holiday Inn. Mr. Roskam stated the economic impact of closing the ski area would be very substantial. A large amount of funds are expended to Board of Trustees - July 26, 1988 - Page two advertise the Holiday Inn is a "year-round" resort. Mr. Roskam has obtained permission to close the hotel during winter months should the Recreation District decide to no longer operate Ski Estes Park. Stan Gengler, Executive Director/Recreation District. Mr. Gengler submitted a historical review of the ski area while under the District's management. A report tracking skiers, both in -state and out-of-state, was also presented. Maureen Marsh, Co-Chairman/Chamber Advertising Committee. Ms. Marsh provided information concerning sales tax trends. Estes Park realized a 7% sales tax revenue increase in 1987, while the state as a whole realized an increase of 3%. The winter promotion campaign is generating revenue; however, the Advertising Committee needs a continually improving product to sell. Ms. Marsh urged the Town Board to support the ski area. Gary Klaphake. Town Administrator Klaphake reviewed staff's recommendation for assistance to the Recreation District, as follows: (1) electric rate and (2) advertising. (1) If the ski area is placed under the "municipal rate", if time -of -day metering is installed, and if a Platte River Power Authority Grant in the amount of $6,200 is applied, the value to the District is $19,200. (2) If the Advertis- ing Budget absorbs $20,000 and allocates an additional $10,000 to promote the ski area, the total net value to the District, including Item #1, is $49,200. Item #1 is includ- ed as a recommendation in the Light and Power Committee minutes dated July 7, 1988. Town Administrator Klaphake commended Light and Power Director Dekker and staff in preparing associated graphs and information. Public Comment. Louis O'Riordan stated Advertising funds should be allocated to promote the ski area. Mr. O'Riordan also urged the Town to subsidize the District with $100,000 the first year, reducing the subsidy to $75,000, $50,000, and $25,000 for three consecutive years. Town Administrator Klaphake stressed the Town's role in this issue was to determine whether the economic impact was valuable to the Town; not to micro -manage the Recreation District. Mayor Dannels expressed his appreciation to those offering testimony. Trustee Aldrich moved the proposal submitted by Town Administrator Klaphake be approved, adding the electric rate modification would be retroactive to May 1987, and that the funding allocation for advertising would take place during 1989 Budget Study Sessions. Trustee Hix seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Minutes of the Light and Power Committee meeting held July 7, 1988 were read in full. Trustee Hix moved the minutes be ap- proved. Trustee Aldrich seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Minutes of the Water Committee meeting held July 14, 1988 were read in full. Trustee Dickinson moved the minutes be approved. Trustee Garrett seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Upon the recommendation of Trustee Garrett, special note was made of the resignation of Assistant Public Works Director Gerstberger. Mr. Gerstberger is to be commended for his out- standing service during his tenure with the Town of Estes Park. Minutes of the Special Water Committee meeting held July 21, 1988 were read in full. Trustee Habecker declared a potential "con- flict of interest" and stated he would not participate in dis- cussion or vote. Bill Van Horn, representing Phil Moenning, addressed the Trustees concerning the appeal of a tap fee deter- mination. Mr. Van Horn stated his client had provided the Town Board of Trustees - July 26, 1988 - Page three with all the evidence supporting his case; the Town should also provide its evidence. Mr. Van Horn urged the Trustees to include an explanation of any recommendation made during executive session. Trustee Dickinson moved the minutes be approved. Trustee Garrett seconded the motion and it passed by the follow- ing votes: Those voting "Yes" Trustees Aldrich, Dickinson, Garrett, and Hix. Those voting "No" none. Those "Abstaining" Trustee Habecker. Minutes of the Public Works Committee meeting held July 21, 1988 were also read. Trustee Aldrich moved the minutes be approved. Trustee Habecker seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Trustee Aldrich moved the Mayor be authorized to execute the Colorado Arabian Horse Club Agreement for an event scheduled September 2 - 5, 1988. Trustee Hix seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Minutes of the Planning Commission meeting held July 19, 1988 were submitted. Mayor Dannels opened a public hearing to consider the Mul- ti -Family Density Calculation zoning amendment. Planner Stamey reviewed the amendment, stating the proposed ordinance was revised to include suggestions made by the public. The following correspondence was received: Ray Lindsey, Chairman of Planning and Zoning/EVIA, letter dated July 26, 1988. EVIA stated the changes to the proposed ordinance do address their basic con- cerns, and EVIA no longer had any objections to the ordinance, as presented; Rowland Retrum/ARD, submitted a letter dated July 21, 1988. ARD commended the Planning Commission in amending the proposed ordinance; however, they desire additional revisions to Sections 17.08.030 Definitions --Paragraph #30, 17.20.020 Lot area requirements --Paragraph #3, 17.20.070 Impervious Cover- age --Paragraph A, and 17.20.040 Setbacks --Paragraph #B1. Testi- mony was given by Louis O'Riordan, who stated areas designated for affordable housing are needed within the Town Limits; and Rowland Retrum, who reiterated concerns regarding impervious coverage, building coverage, building separation, and site density. Trustee Habecker questioned the applicability of Section 17.20.010 regarding the minimum yard area requirement; Planner Stamey clarified said requirement. There being no further testimony, Mayor Dannels declared said public hearing closed. Trustee Hix introduced, and Town Attorney White read in tull, the following ordinance and moved it be passed and adopted: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 17 OF THE MUNICI- PAL CODE OF THE TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO, THE SAME PERTAINING TO MULTI -FAMILY DENSITY Trustee Garrett seconded the motion, stating the amended ordi- nance is a result of very worthwhile discussion held in public workshops, and it passed by the following votes: Those voting "Yes" Trustees Aldrich, Dickinson, Garrett, Habecker, and Hix. Those voting "No" none. Whereupon Mayor Dannels declared said ordinance duly passed and adopted and ordered it numbered 17-88 and published according to law. Trustee Habecker moved the Town become a member of the Estes Valley Land Trust, and be represented by the Mayor, Planning Commission Chairman, Town Administrator and Town Planner. Pieter Hondius, representing the Land Trust, addressed the Board stating the Trust is not a "Town agency." Mr. Hondius invited public support, both financial and otherwise. Trustee Garrett seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Louis O'Riordan questioned Trustee Hix concerning a potential "conflict of interest"; Trustee Hix stated that on his behalf, he did not consider this item to be a conflict of interest. Trustee Hix moved the Planning Commission formally review the following sections of the Sign Code: Section 17.66.320 Non -conforming signs, and Section 17.66.300 (3) Awnings/Canopies. Board of Trustees - July 26, 1988 - Page four Planner Stamey stated sufficient interest had been displayed to warrant such a review. Trustee Aldrich moved the Special Events Liquor Permit submitted by the Longs Peak Scottish Highland Festival, for an event located at the Stanley Baseball Fields September 10, 11, 1988 be approved. Trustee Hix seconded the motion and it passed unani- mously. Trustee Dickinson moved the Retail Liquor Store License renewal application submitted by Mountain Dew Liquors, 182 S. St. Vrain Ave., be approved. Trustee Aldrich seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Donald McNamara/McNamara's Eatery, 351 S. St. Vrain Ave., submit- ted a request for a $500.00 refund for the Liquor Occupation Tax. Mr. McNamara paid the tax in March and he does not intend to open the restaurant. Town Attorney White stated the tax is required by the Town, not the State; therefore, the Board of Trustees could elect to refund the $500.00. Trustee Dickinson moved the request be approved contingent upon Mr. McNamara surrendering the Beer and Wine Liquor License to the Town Clerk who would, in turn, cancel the license with the Department of Revenue/Liquor Licensing Division. Trustee Hix seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Trustee Hix moved the Manager Registration of Gary J. Arganbright, and the Change of Trade Name from Isabella Bird's Restaurant and Tavern to "Baja Cantina" be approved. Trustee Aldrich seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Trustee Hix introduced, and Town Attorney White read in full, the following resolution and moved it be passed and adopted: RESOLUTION 10-88 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO: That in compliance with Section 3.05.040 (2) of the Municipal Code of the Town of Estes Park, Colorado, the percentage of rental payments to be refunded to the elderly citizens residing inside Town Limits shall be $0.005563 of the rental payments made during 1987. Trustee Garrett seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Following completion of all agenda items, Mayor Dannels requested public comment. Tom Brown/Fairway Club, Phase II, addressed the Trustees concern- ing Ordinance 17-88 Multi -family Density Calculation. In summa- ry, Mr. Brown stated consideration must be given to both the working element and the retirement element of the Town. Mr. Brown is in favor of the ordinance which is a step toward afford- able housing in Estes Park. With regard to the adoption of Ordinance 17-88, Al Sager commend- ed Planner Stamey for his efforts in obtaining public participa- tion and inclusion of stated suggestions. Louis O'Riordan stated that with regard to the Elderly Tax Refund, other municipalities place a restriction on the amount of income and individual may obtain; the resolution discriminated against renters. Lou Canaiy questioned what the Estes Valley Recreation and Park District was doing to correct their financial losses. Mayor Dannels suggested Mr. Canaiy pose his questions to the District at their public meeting scheduled August 3rd. Board of Trustees - July 26, 1988 - Page five Sue Lamb/Skyline Cottages, Spur 66, presented photographs with signs stating "This place is rat infested." Among the economic impact, the signs are creating a traffic hazard. Ms. Lamb requested the Town's assistance in contacting Larimer County to resolve this issue. Trustee Dickinson stated the Town does take pride in the entire valley, and suggested Town Administrator Klaphake contact Larimer County. Tim Asbury/Trail Gazette, questioned the agenda items discussed in executive sessions, and suggested the Board of Trustees give additional scrutiny in this regard. Mayor Dannels expressed his appreciation to Mayor ProTem Hix and Trustee Aldrich for conducting the Town Board meetings during his absence. Mayor Dannels adjourned the Town Board meeting at 9:56 P.M. Mayor 144)2. ^""4. Town Clerk