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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Town Board 1995-05-09Town of Estes Park,Larimer County,Colorado,Iy .9.,;9•5• Minutes of a .Regular...meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park,Larimer County,Colorado.Meeting held in the Municipal Building in said Town of Estes Park on the ...day of May •,A.D.,19. at regular meeting hour. H.Bernerd Dannels Meeting called to order by Mayor Present:Mayor H.B.Dannels Trustees:Robert L.Dekker, Mayor ProTem Susan L.Doylen, Stephen W.Gillette, William J.Marshall, Michael E.Miller, Also Present:Gary F.Kiapliake,J.Donald Pauley Town Administrator Gregory A.White, Town Attorney Vickie O’Connor, Town Clerk Absent:None Mayor Dannels called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M.and welcomed Stephen A.Miller,Larimer County Assessor who briefed the Trustees on how the level of value for the 1995 Assessed Valuation for Estes Park was calculated.The Gallagher Amendment enacted in 1982 protects the residential tax rate,and its affect on commercial property was also reviewed.Following comments from the audience, Mayor Dannels expressed his appreciation to Mr.Miller for his presentation. PUBLIC INPUT. George Hockman expressed his opposition to the method (public funding)being proposed to finance trolley services for the summer season--the riders as well as the YMCA and Marys Lake Lodge should pay for this service.Even if the money is in the budget,it should not be expended for this service. CONSENT CALENDAR: 1.Town Board minutes dated April 25,1995. 2.Bills. 3.Committee Minutes: A.Public Works,April 27,1995. B.Community Development,May 4,1995. C.Board of Adjustment,May 2,1995 (acknowledgement only). It was moved and seconded (Gillette/Doylen)the consent calendar be approved,and it passed unanimously. ACTION ITEMS: l.A.Trolley Services Contract -Approval.Ass’t.Administrator Widmer briefed the Trustees on the contract with Charles Tour and Travel to provide transportation services at a total Town cost of $16,734.00.A cost-share approach was taken,with the Chamber of Commerce preparing and soliciting the bids.Ass’t. Administrator Widmer commended the cooperation received from the Chamber of Commerce.Cory Blackman/Chamber representative,believes this service helps solve congestion concerns downtown,and has a positive affect on retail sales. Mr.Blackman noted that public transportation should also be Board of Trustees -May 9,1995 -Page 2 discussed during the upcoming meetings on parking.Comments from the Trustees included:this item was one of the major goals of the Trustees,positive privatization efforts for this service,the investment expended on the home mail delivery cluster box project and its positive affect on congestion/parking.Trustee Miller questioned why the Town was buying passes for empty beds,adding that this was an inappropriate expenditure and a detriment to in—Town establishments.Staff responded that this approach spreads the burden evenly,the Town will receive a proportion of the money back,and such was included in the spirit of negotiation.It was moved and seconded (Doylen/Marshall)the Mayor be authorized to execute the Letter Agreements with Charles Tour and Travel for the total Town amount of $16,734, and it passed by the following votes:Those voting “Yes” Trustees Dekker,Doylen,Gillette,Marshall and Pauley.Those voting “No”Trustee Miller. B.Bob Purcell and the Outriders Band Agreement -Approval. Special Events Director Hinze presented the Agreement for Bob Purcell and the Outriders for $1,000 for two performances during the Rooftop Rodeo.It was moved and seconded (Doylen/Pauley)the Agreement with Bob Purcell be approved, and it passed unanimously. 2.A.Grey Fox Estates,Third and Fourth Additions,Richard &Ann Barlow/Applicant -Annexation.Attorney White read a Resolution finding the Area Eligible for Annexation. Community Development Director Stamey reported that this project includes two concurrent annexations,plus a Final Plat for the First Addition.The annexation consists of three contiguous parcels,totalling 66.69 acres,and the Applicant is requesting E-Estate zoning.The First and Second Additions were annexed in April,1995.Staff reported that the Dedication Statements for both the Third Addition and Final Plat must be revised.In addition,the plats need to reflect perimeter monumentation,It was moved and seconded (Dekker/Gillette)Resolutions #12-95 and #13-95 be approved, and it passed unanimously. Attorney White read the Ordinances annexing the property.It was moved and seconded (Dekker/Doylen)Ordinances #12 and 13- 95 be approved,and it passed unanimously.Whereupon Mayor Dannels declared the Ordinances duly passed and adopted, ordered them numbered 12-95 and 13-95 and published according to law. Mayor Dannels opened the public hearing to consider the zoning.Comments were heard from Lou Canaiy (when Carriage Hills was being developed,he believed a portion should designated for commercial development).There being no further testimony,Mayor Dannels declared the public hearing closed.It was moved and seconded (Dekker/Marshall)Ordinance #9-95 be approved,establishing E-Estate zoning for Grey Fox Estates,Third and Fourth Additions,and it passed unanimously. B.Final Plat of Grey Fox Estates,First Filing,Richard and Ann Barlow/Applicant.Mayor Dannels opened the public hearing. Director Stamey reviewed the plat which proposes a subdivision of 18 single-family lots.Access is from Larkspur Drive and Highway 7.Staff reviewed the eight conditions placed on the plat by the Planning Commission;staff is working on two items which have not been completed:the construction drawings (street and utility plan and profiles,and final drainage plan),and the Letter of Credit/Improvement Guarantee (which will be substantial).Attorney White noted that the Letter of Credit will guarantee all improvements,not only the first phase.Trustee comments included clarification on access Board of Trustees -May 9,1995 -Page 3 where two lots will share joint access (will be noted on the plat and such will become private access easements).As there were no public comments,Mayor Dannels closed the public hearing.It was moved and seconded (Doylen/Gillette)the Final Plat of Grey Fox Estates,First Filing be approved contingent upon the following,and it passed unanimously: 1.Submittal of construction drawings to be approved by the Applicant and staff. 2.Submittal of a Letter of Credit/Improvement Guarantee,also to be approved by the Applicant and staff. 3.The plat will not be signed and recorded pending receipt and approval of Items 1 and 2. C.Final Plat of a Portion of Tract 65,Fall River Addition (Castle Mountain Estates),Jack Norris/Applicant.Acting upon staff’s recommendation,it was moved and seconded (Doylen/Gillette)this Final Plat be withdrawn,and it passed unanimously. D.Daybreak Condominiums (Development Plan #95-4),lot 16,Grand Estates Subdivision,Hillery Parrack/Applicant -Appeal of Planning Commission recuirement to provide easement description.Acting upon staff’s recommendation,it was moved and seconded (Gillette/Pauley)this item lie withdrawn,and it passed unanimously. E.Resolution #14-95 Intent to Annex Manske Addition,and refer to Planning Commission.Attorney White read the Resolution which refers the annexation to the Planning Commission,and sets the Town Board public hearing for June 27,1995.Mayor ProTem Dekker commented on a potential scheduling conflict with June 27.Attorney White stated that State Statutes require timely consideration of an annexation.It was moved and seconded (Gillette/Doylen)Resolution #14-95 be approved, referring the Manzke Addition to the Planning Commission,and setting the Town Board meeting for Tuesday,June 20,1995 at 4:00 P.M.in lieu of June 27,1995 at 7:30 P.M.to consider this plat,and it passed unanimously. 3.A.Mountain Home Cafe,Inc.,dba MOUNTAIN HOME CAFE -New Beer and Wine Liguor License Application filed by Michael &Pamela Rumancik,457 E.Wonderview Ave.Mayor Dannels opened the public hearing.The Town Attorney reviewed procedures and the Applicant,Mike Rumancik,presented a Petition containing 19 signatures,all in favor of the license.The restaurant will begin serving breakfast,lunch and dinner on Memorial Day and will lie open from 7:00 A.M.-8:00 P.M.,seven days/week.As there was no public testimony,Mayor Dannels declared the public hearing closed.Stating that the Board of Trustees finds that the reasonable requirements of the neighborhood are not met by the present liquor outlets in the neighborhood,and that the desires of the adult inhabitants are for the granting of this liquor license,it was moved and seconded (Gillette/Dekker)the Beer and License for Mountain Home Cafe be granted,and it passed unanimously. B.Kevin Metivier,dlia THE BISTRO IN THE PARK -New Beer and Wine liquor license Application filed by Kevin Metivier,861 Moraine Ave.Mayor Dannels opened the public hearing.The Applicant is opening this restaurant formerly operated as Bubba’s Barbecue.As there was no public testimony,Mayor Dannels declared the public hearing closed.Stating that the Board of Trustees finds that the reasonable requirements of the neighborhood are not met by the present liquor outlets in the neighborhood,and that the desires of the adult Board of Trustees -May 9,1995 -Page 4 inhabitants are for the granting of this liquor license,it was moved and seconded (Gillette/Dekker)the Beer and License for The Bistro in the Park be granted,and it passed unanimously. C.Special Event Application filed by the American Legion Post #119 for event scheduled May 29,1995.Due to a perceived conflict of interest,Trustee Doylen stated she would not participate in discussion nor vote.It was moved and seconded (Pauley/Gillette)the Special Event Application filed the American Legion for a Barbecue on May 29,1995 be approved, and it passed unanimously. D.Special Event Application filed by the Estes Park Lions Club for Western Heritage Days scheduled July 12-15,1995,It was moved and seconded (Dekker/Marshall)the Special Event Application filed by the Estes Park Lions Club for a liquor service outlet for the Western Heritage Days area on a portion of the fairgrounds be approved,and it passed unanimously. E.Transfer of Ownership:From Robert and Barbara Smith to David and Yolanda Oehlman,dba RENDEZVOUS CAFE,Beer &Wine License, 509 Big Thompson Ave.This item will be considered May 23, 1995. 4.Town Administrator’s Report.None. Following completion of all agenda items,Mayor Dannels adjourned the meeting at 8:49 P.M. Mayor Dannels convened the Estes Park Housing Authority at 8:50 P.M. 1.Lone Tree Apartments.Ass’t.Administrator Widmer briefed the Trustees on the low—income housing project which has unofficially been named the Lone Tree Apartments.The site is the parcel of land previously purchased from 0.N.Nagl on Community Drive.Staff reviewed all revenues and expenditures for a budget of $5,981,047.The original proforma budgeted the project at $6.9 million;however,staff has been successful in reducing the figure to the current $5,981,047. This project has proven to be very complicated and has taken a large amount of assistance and cooperation.The Town submitted an application for low—income tax credits in January,and Bonnie Roerig &Associates was commissioned to perform a rent study.The firm reviewed the proposed rental payments,determined they are appropriate,and confirmed there is a definite need for such housing. One grant has been applied for:Federal Home Loan Bank (Park National Bank assisted in this application)for $150,000,and one will be applied for in the near future to the Colorado Department of Housing for $650,000. The Town also applied to the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA)for low-income housing tax credits in the amount of $561,719.00.In a letter dated April 27,1995,CHFA reported the federal subsidy was approved for $490,365.00. This program is administered by the State and staff presented a list containing 31 applications representing a total of $11 Million;of those,nine were approved (includes Estes Park). There are two methods to construct low—income housing:tax credits or a tax—exempt bond issue——it is believed the tax credit approach is the best method for Estes Park.The Town is seeking a total of $4.7 Million in subsidies. The Town will act as the developer and the majority of the development fee ($538,580)will be returned to the project ($428,191).The remaining funds will be utilized for Board of Trustees -May 9,1995 -Page 5 contingency.The State is very supportive to the Town’s strong commitment on this project. The Lone Tree Apartment Project is designated as low—income housing for 50 years,and it contains a total of 57 units ranging from 1 to 3 bedrooms and 660 sq.ft.to 1,000 sq.ft. Monthly rental fees range from $370 to $571.Rental fees were based upon:servicing the mortgage,paying for operating expenses,and contributing to a reserve.The project will also be subject to paying property taxes. Staff confirmed that the intent of the project is to house local people who are already locally employed;however, pursuant to CHFA guidelines,the Town cannot guarantee this stipulation for all applicants.An Operating Board will be appointed by the Town Board for management of the facility. Administrator Klaphake advised that the project contains two “stop points”:the pre—development phase,and the construction phase,and he reviewed the following time schedule: 1.Applied for a $150,000 Grant (Federal Home Loan Bank). 2.Applied for a $650,000 Grant (CHFA).Confirmation is expected in August.As more detailed information/cost estimates is required,an architect must be retained. 3.Staff is working on closing the funding gap. 4.Presentation of the project to first mortgage lending institutions to obtain a construction loan. 5.Retain a design/construction/development manager for the architectural design (must keep the costs down). 6.Funding in the amount of $62,000 is required to complete the CHFA grant application (projected time schedule——next three months) The Town must risk the $62,000 expenditure at this time to receive funding for the project.However,staff confirmed that the funding is not lost if the project is denied the grant as the amount is included in the reserve fees,and the land could be sold. Town Attorney White confirmed that the project is not subject to TABOR as the Estes Park Housing Authority does not have taxing powers. Trustee comments/questions were:the $62,000 is a reasonable investment expenditure;Administrator Klaphake and Ass’t. Administrator Widmer were applauded for their efforts on this project;the voters have indicated their support of this project and should be commended;$1 Million has been deleted from the project;requests for funding will be steadily increasing (31 applications for this year as mentioned above); operating expenses have been incorporated into the project budget;the project is guaranteed as low—income housing for the next 50 years;previous “partners”,the RMNP and YMCA remain supportive,however,their financial level of support is not the same as previously reported--this is due to CHFA guidelines relating to guarantee of local occupancy.Trustee Miller responded that his objection is based upon the funding mechanism and the amount of subsidy ($95,000/unit).Mayor ProTein Dekker reiterated his concern with this project, Board of Trustees -May 9,1995 -Page 6 however,fees/expenditures can be recaptured by selling the land.Trustee Gillette stated that the community survey indicated that low-cost housing was a priority. Audience comments were heard from Louis O’Riordan (support), Louis Canaiy (questioned the lack of RMNP and YMCA financial support as originally reported),Kipp Baker (employees cannot survive on the wages paid by merchants and its potential affect with hiring the college market),Mindy Clouder/Habitat volunteer (support),and Ray Seaver (support). There being no further discussion,it was moved and seconded (Gillette/Doylen)the following be approved,and it passed by the following votes:Those voting “Yes”Trustees Dekker, Doylen,Gillette,Marshall and Pauley.Those voting “No” Trustee Miller: 1.Expenditure of $9,807.30 to CHFA.A reservation fee of 2%of the annual credit amount reserved to this project is due prior to the issuance of the Preliminary Reservation letter.The fee is due by May 11,1995. 2.Expenditure of $62,000 to complete the Low-Income Tax Credit Grant Application. 3.The revised project budget of $5,981,047 dated May 9,1995. There being no further business,Mayor Dannels adjourned the meeting at 10:05 P.M. Mayor ,I Town Clerk E