HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Town Board 1991-09-24&Ann ' September 24 91
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Minutes of a .....regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes
Pork, Lorimer County, Colorado. Meeting held in the Town Hall in said Town of Estes Park
on the 24th dayof September 91
........................... A. D. 19.... at regular meeting
hour.
Meeting called to order by Mayor H. Bernerd Dannels
Present: Mayor H. B. Dannels Trustees:
Also Present:
Absent:
Gary F. Klaphake,
Town Administrator
Gregory A. White,
Town Attorney
Vickie O'Connor,
Town Clerk
Absent: None
Norbert L. Aldrich,
David Barker,
Milan A. Dickinson,
Polly Garrett,
David Habecker,
George J. Hix
Mayor Dannels called the meeting to order at 7:34 P.M.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
1.
2.
3.
Approval of Town Board minutes dated September 10, 1991.
Bills.
Liquor License Renewals:
3.A. The Villager Restaurant, 1230 Big Thompson Ave.,
Tavern.
It was moved and seconded (Hix/Garrett) the consent calendar be
approved, and it passed unanimously.
ACTION ITEMS:
1.A.
Minutes of the Stanley Park Committee meeting held September
12, 1991 were read. It was moved and seconded (Hix/Aldrich)
that (1) any reference made to a curfew of 10:00 P.M. be
omitted from the minutes and voted upon separately, and that
the minutes be approved, and it passed unanimously.
Discussion followed on the curfew, its affect on outdoor
events, and strict compliance. It was moved and seconded
(Barker/Habecker) hours of operation for all outdoor special
events be 10:00 P.M. Sunday through Thursday, and 10:30 P.M.
Friday and Saturday, and it passed unanimously. Special
Events personnel were directed to expressly notify all event
organizers, adding that strict compliance to the curfew will
be required.
B. Minutes of the Public Works Committee meeting held September
19, 1991 were read. Following a clarification on the mail
delivery report, it was moved and seconded
(Dickinson/Barker) the minutes be approved, and it passed
unanimously.
2. Minutes of the Planning Commission meeting held September
17, 1991 were presented.
A. Final Plat Homestead Subdivision. Mayor Dannels opened a
public hearing to consider the Final Plat of Lot 1,
Homestead Subdivision, Tom Brown/Applicant. Community
Development Director Stamey reviewed the plat, confirming
that all Planning Commission conditions identified in the
Commission minutes dated September 17, 1991 had been met.
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There being no persons speaking in "favor of" or in
"opposition to" the proposal, Mayor Dannels declared the
public hearing closed. It was moved and seconded
(Garrett/Hix) the Final Plat of Lot 1, Homestead Subdivision
be approved, and it passed unanimously.
3. Friends of Ski Estes Park (FSEP). Rob Cohen, Chairman, and
Ed Allbright/FSEP, discussed a four-year business proposal
which identified a financial analysis and budget to operate
the ski area for 1991-1995. Over $114,000 has been
pledged/raised from the community, and FSEP is seeking and
additional $50,000 from EVRPD and $40,000 from the Town.
Larimer County has confirmed that they will not participate
in this proposal. Testimony included the operating budget,
days of operation, projected skier visits, salaries, and
repair and replacement budget. FSEP is proposing that the
ski area will "break even" the second year, with profit
being realized the end of the 4th year. EVRPD has not taken
a position on the proposal pending a study session 9/26/91.
However, if accepted, EVRPD would establish a "standing
committee" for FSEP, would receive and oversee all funding,
and apply to the Park Service for the concessionaire permit.
Snowmaking would be improved due to the availability of
"twice as much water." In summary, FSEP perceives the area
to be an asset to the community. Estes Park High School
Students Corban Spraker and Todd 8hanafelt presented a
letter containing 300 signatures indicating support for the
opening of the ski area. Testimony included low ski prices
(local) as compared to other areas, travel/distance, and
quality of skiing in Estes Park. Toby Larsen, Student and
Volunteer Ski Patrol commented on the large number of ski
area volunteers and evidence of the desires of the community
to re -open the ski area. Bud Nelson, ski area volunteer for
the past four (4) years, offered his continued support and
that of additional volunteers should the need arise, and
commented that the area is family -oriented, and donations
have also been received from the elderly. Randy Repola
stressed that the ski area provides a healthy alternative
for the youth of the community. Trustees issued the
following questions and received comments as noted:
management personnel --Gary Coleman could not confirm his
ability to directly manage the ski area in the future, and
the equipment is "up to standard"; committee structure--FSEP
will submit nominations for the standing committee to EVRPD;
FSEP commitment for the future --the community wants skiing
in Estes Park, and strong community support is evidenced by
the amount of funds raised.
Trustee Garrett commented on the $40,000 one-year Town
contribution in 1990, the actual number of 3,000 skiers
during December versus the projection, and previous comments
made June 25, 1991 by RMNP Superintendent Thompson relative
to a concessionaire whereby the Regional Office found "The
solicitation has shown that there is interest in the
operation of the ski area only if someone is willing to
provide financing." In addition, Trustee Garrett commended
FSEP for their participation, and stated that strong
leadership must come from EVRPD. Based upon inadequate
evidence for the realistic budgeting for the repair and
purchase of needed equipment, availability and commitment
for managerial personnel, previous one-year Town commitment,
lack of strong leadership from EVRPD where the primary
responsibility for recreation rests, Trustee Garrett moved
the Ski Estes Park 4-Year Business Proposal 1991-1995 for a
Town contribution of $40,000 for two years be rejected.
Trustee Hix also commended the efforts of FSEP and seconded
the motion. Trustee comments included agreement that
responsibility for the ski area does lie with EVRPD,
potential commitment to $40,000 only, and the one-year
expenditure relative to the youth of the community. The
motion passed by the following votes: Those voting "Yes"
Trustees Aldrich, Garrett and Hix. Those voting "No"
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Trustees Barker, Dickinson, Habecker. Mayor Dannels cast a
vote in the affirmative, resulting in four (4) votes in
favor of the motion.
As they are confident they can meet their goals, FSEP
reported that they could amend their request to $40,000 for
one year. Trustee Garrett reiterated that EVRPD should take
a leadership role, and Trustee Barker commented that perhaps
the Town was sending the wrong message to EVRPD by rejecting
the FSEP proposal. Contingent upon EVRPD amending its
Bylaws to allow the establishment of a FSEP Standing
Committee, receipt of a Concessionaire Permit from the Park
Service, confirmation of managerial personnel, and the
operation calendar contained in the aforestated 4-year
Proposal, Trustee Barker moved the Town contribute $40,000
for one year. Trustee Dickinson seconded the motion and
stated that, based upon the refund of $4,978 for 1990
(refunded from the $40,000 contribution), the actual
contribution is $35,000. Trustee Aldrich stated he would
prefer that FSEP first resolve this issue with EVRPD and
then approach the Town Board. The motion passed by the
following votes: Those voting "Yes" Trustees Barker,
Dickinson, Habecker and Hix. Those voting "No" Trustees
Aldrich and Garrett.
Mayor Dannels declared a 5-minute recess at 10:00 P.M.
Mayor Dannels convened the meeting at 10:05 P.M.
4. Stanley Park Indoor Arena. It was moved and seconded
(Aldrich/Dickinson) the Part I Agreement for preliminary
design and budgeting for the indoor arena be tabled to
October 8, 1991, and it passed unanimously.
5 Pinnacle Golf Course. Town Administrator Klaphake reported
on a proposal from THK Associates to perform a Golf Course
and Residential Market Analysis for the Pinnacle Golf
Course. The analysis would be the sole property of the Town
and could be funded from PRPA Economic Development grant
funds. The cost estimate is $15,000. Stating that such a
study would be required whether Pinnacle representatives
pursue development, it was moved and seconded
(Garrett/Aldrich), the Town accept the THE proposal for an
amount not to exceed $20,000, and it passed unanimously.
6. Resolution #19-91 Water Line Extension Policies. As
recommended by the Public Works Committee, Town Attorney
White prepared a resolution setting forth policy for water
main extensions to private water systems, and the purchase
of private water systems. The policies are in response to
inquiries made to the Town; it will also provide staff with
guidelines by which to proceed. Attorney White read the
resolution in full, and it was moved and seconded
(Dickinson/Barker) Resolution #19-91 Water Line Extension
Policies be adopted, and it passed unanimously.
Following completion of all agenda items, Administrator Klaphake
and Attorney White reported that the Town is in receipt of a Court
decision on the complaint issued by Lynn Kinnie for the Go -Cart
proposal. The ruling advised that the Town's regulatory procedure
was not improper and Trustees were empowered to reject the project.
In addition, District Judge Newton absolved Trustees Garrett and
Hix of any potential conflict of interest in the process. The
Trustees commended Attorney White for a job well done.
There being no further business, Mayor Dannels adjourned the
meeting at 10:15 P.M.
Town Clerk