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Estes Park Urban Renewal Authority
April 16, 1992
Commissioners:
Attending:
Also Attending:
Absent:
J. Donald Pauley, Chairman, John M. Ericson,
Carl Henderson, Gary F. Klaphake, Edward B.
Pohl, Richard S. Putney, Gerald W. Swank
All
Executive Director Anderson, Museum Director
Swain, Clerk O'Connor
None
Chairman Pauley called the meeting to order at 8:32 A.M.
MINUTES:
Minutes of the April 2, 1992 regular meeting were approved as submitted.
BILLS:
It was moved and seconded (Henderson/Klaphake) the bills be paid, and it
passed unanimously.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Director Anderson read in full a Management Letter dated March 26, 1992
submitted by Steve Jackson/Boudreaux & Jackson. In summary, Mr. Jackson
suggested EPURA adopt a formal Conflict of Interest Policy for
Commissioners and Employees. EPURA Attorney Windholz has been advised
and will comment at the next meeting scheduled May 7, 1992.
Commissioner Klaphake commented that the Board of Trustees were strongly
advised to adhere to existing regulations setforth in the State
Statutes.
Community Development Director Stamey has requested comments for the
Economic Development Study Group, which is comprised of eight members
who will review and update the BBC Economic Analysis Report. This
request will be forwarded to the Development Committee who will meet
April 30 at 7:30 A.M. All Commissioners were invited to attend.
LIAISON:
Commissioner Klaphake reported that the property gift as offered by Ben
Forbes will not transpire as reported during the Joint Meeting held
April 9th. However, Mr. Forbes remains interested in the donation;
additional information will be forthcoming.
AUTHORITY BUSINESS:
Old Library Building Demolition. Resolution #174. Bids were solicited
for this project as follows:
Chipperman ............................................ $25,414.00
Jim's Construction Materials ........ 19,475.00
Kitchen & Company.............................. No Bid
Director Anderson confirmed that pursuant to the Environmental Study,
materials will be disposed of at the landfill. Over $11,000 will be
expended in hauling ±1,037 yards of material and landfill fees.
Demolition is to begin Monday, April 20.
Director Anderson read Resolution #174 in full which approves the
Agreement with Jim's Materials, and it was moved and seconded
(Pohl/Putney) Resolution 174 be adopted, and it passed unanimously.
75th Anniversary Plagues. Staff requested approval of a negotiated
$1,200 expenditure to enable Special Projects Manager Joseph to provide
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design work for this project; sufficient funding is available in the
Budget. The resultant total estimated cost is $11,200. It was moved
and seconded (Henderson/Swank) the additional $1,200 expenditure be
approved, and it passed unanimously.
Director Anderson commented that discussions are currently underway with
the Light and Power Department regarding area lighting. In addition,
brick in lieu of pavers, will be utilized.
Historic Plagues. Museum Director Swain reported that the completion
date for this project is June 1, with installation possibly June 15.
Permission from the majority of those affected property owners has been
obtained. Director Swain questioned if a dedication ceremony could be
arranged which would incorporate both the 75th Anniversary and Historic
Plaques. Staff will contact 75th Anniversary Co-Chairman Polly Garrett
to discuss said dedication ceremony. Chairman Pauley commended Director
Swain for her participation on this project.
Executive Director Employment Agreement. The Commissioners reviewed
said Agreement, and it was moved and seconded (Pohl/Ericson) the
Employment Agreement for the Executive Director be approved, and it
passed unanimously.
STAFF REPORT;
Director Anderson stated that he is currently authorized to execute
vouchers for up to $1,000; said vouchers are countersigned by
Commissioner Henderson. Discussion followed regarding the possibility
of raising the dollar limit, and authorizing the Town Treasurer to
countersign checks. The Authority suggested Director Anderson prepare
a resolution for consideration at the next meeting.
Staff provided a Property Tax Increment Analysis—how it relates to
special districts, and commended Larimer County for their expertise in
calculating tax increment financing.
Current Projects:
Post Office Parking Lot Riverwalk
use of a parking space.
- will be expedited to eliminate
Electrical Relocation/Old Library - will be completed in the near
future. Restoration of the demolition area, which will include re
sodding, should begin May 8. EPURA will purchase the sod, and the
Parks Department will furnish labor.
West Elkhorn Paver Resetting. Progressing satisfactorily; a
portion of the 100 Block of E. Elkhorn will be included.
Magi Bridge Deck. EPURA will supply deck planks (±$400.00) and
Public Works will supply labor.
Following completion of all agenda items. Director Anderson requested an
Executive Session to discuss right-of-way acquisition/donation relative
to the Stanley Historic District. Following a roll-call vote in favor
of the request. Chairman Pauley adjourned the meeting to Executive
Session at 9:18 A.M.
Vickie O'Connor, CMC, Town Clerk