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nown of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, June 6, 2002
Minutes of a Regular meeting of the COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE of the Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado.
Meeting held in the Municipal Building in said Town of Estes Park on the 6th
day of June, 2002.
Committee:
Attending:
Also Attending:
Absent:
Chairman Doylen, Trustees Barker and Habecker
Ali
Assistant Town Administrator Repoia, Directors Hinze,
Joseph, Thompson, Conference Coordinator Larsen, Clerk
O’Connor
None
Chairman Doylen called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT.
Estes Valley Development Code - Code Revision Update. Director Joseph
reported that the Planning Commission is reviewing two significant sections of
the Code: Sign Code and Highway Corridor Design Guidelines. Pursuant to the
Town Board direction, staff is also submitting a proposal whereby the Multi-
Family “use by right” in the A-Accommodations zoning district would be
eliminated. Discussion followed on the highway corridor design guidelines, with
staff confirming the proposal is being submitted on a “minimal level” that only
addresses color and materials. Copies of the proposal are available, as well as
an opportunity to discuss these issues personally.
Staff confirmed that certain Sign Code definitions were omitted when the EVDC
was adopted, and this error is being corrected with the revisions being proposed
at this time. These corrections will retain the identical end result of the prior Siqn
Code.
Building Department - Update. With the employment of a third Building Official
(Bryan Horgen), productivity in the Building Dept, has improved tremendously.
All of the bldg, officials are heavily involved in the International Bldg. Code, and
with the developer’s agreement, although not formally adopted by the Town, both
of the large projects being developed by the Estes Park Housing Authority are
being reviewed under the International Code. The projects do not face any
jeopardy in using this Code as the Building Official does have authority to use an
alternate code. Chief Building Official Birchfield could attend the next Committee
meeting to provide additional information on this issue.
The year-to-date buiiding permit report indicates a total valuation of $9,504,990
for May, 2001 as compared to $8,245,239 in May, 2002. The statistics indicate a
lag, however, there are a number of permits awaiting the payment of permit fees.
Work on the Knoll Master Plan is also underway.
MUSEUM DEPARTMENT.
History Camp. Sr. Center Director reported that two sessions are planned: July
15-19 and August 5-9. The cost is $125/child; children must have just completed
third or fourth grade; and scholarship funding is avaiiable. Registration forms are
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available at the Museum and at MacGregor Ranch. History Camp is sponsored
by the Town, Friends of the Museum, MacGregor Educational Trust, the King
Foundation, and the Lennie Bemiss Memorial Fund.
Monthly Report. Programs scheduled through July 27th were reviewed, as well
as attendance statistics.
SPECIAL EVENT DEPARTMENT.
Centennial Car Show, August 22, 2003 - Request approval to use Bond
Park, Park Lane, and Children’s Park Parking Lot. At the May 23rd Committee
meeting, the Committee approved this event scheduled August 22, 2003,
however, staff was directed to canvass adjacent business owners to determine if
this venue was appropriate. Special Events Director Hinze reported that she and
Dick Brown personally contacted eight merchants, and, in summary, the majority
supports the location. As previously stated, the Police and Parks Departments
both favor the Municipal Parking Lot. Potential budget implications include repair
to existing sod and the irrigation system in Bond Park. Norm Carver was present
and he confirmed that many shows are open to the public and there are no
additional security concerns at this time.
Discussion followed on the “off peak” definition as contained in the Event
Organizer Regulations, with staff confirming: “No new events will be given use of
a Town-owned park on holiday weekends or during the summer tourist season.”
Reaching consensus that this event complies with the regulation as mentioned
above, it is beneficial for both the event organizer and the Town’s economy.
Town-owned parks should be utilized and enjoyed, and the cost of any damage
should be minimal, the Committee recommends approval of the venue for
this event as requested.
Summer Rodeo Series. Director Hinze reported that this series kickoff was
Monday, June 3rd, 158 spectators were present, and 187 attended 6/5.
Apprehension that a sufficient number of contestants would not participate have
been alleviated. Staff has not received any sound complaints. Committee
members were invited to inspect the newly-constructed Announcer’s Stand, and
grandstand upgrades in seating and lighting.
MARKETING DEPARTMENT.
Estes Park Film Commission. Marketing Director Pickering and staff gave a
PowerPoint presentation reporting on requirements for certification as a state film
commission. The Colorado Film Commission provides formal guidance and
training to local community film contacts to certify them as professional liaison
offices to aid in the attraction and support of Motion Picture, Television, and
Imaging Production in their respective areas. Conference Services Coordinator
Larsen has received this formal training, and would serve as the Local
Community Liaison Office (no additional staff is required), and the Department is
seeking approval of the following:
> Resolution establishing the formation of an Estes Park Film
Commission as a resource used by the motion picture industry to
facilitate filming in Colorado.
> Total budget estimate is $3,000: Town funding in the amount of
$1,500 from the Economic Development Fund (PRPA) to include a
matching grant from the Chamber EPIC funds.
> Appointment of at least 3 persons to serve on the Advisory Board, to
include Marketing Director Pickering and a Chamber representative.
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Discussion followed on anticipated responsibilities of the Commission, assessing
filming opportunities to ensure organizers are credible, and the value and rational
of the Commission’s role in serving as an advocate for the support of Estes
Park’s economy. The Committee recommends: (1) approval of the
Resolution as presented, (2) the funding request of $1,500 from Economic
Development Funds, and (3) that Director Pickering submit a list of
potential appointees (seven members) to include Director Pickering and the
Chamber Resort Director, and a representative from the Town Board, Park
Service, business community, for formal appointment during an upcoming
Town Board meeting.
Miscellaneous Activities. Director Pickering commented on the successful
Colorado Tourism Office meeting hosted at the Conference Center, and
commended Advertising Manager Marsh and Conference Coordinator Larsen for
their outstanding work on the Lawn Lake Project.
There being no further business. Chairman Doylen adjourned the meeting at 9:10 a.m.
(O'
Vickie O’Connor, CMC, Town Clerk
APPROVED
JUN 1 1 2002
TOWN OF ESTES PARK BOARD OF TRUSTEES