HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Town Board 1997-07-22Town of Estes Park,Larimer County,
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RegularMinutesofa meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Town of
Estee Park,Larimer County,Colorado.Meeting held in the Municipal Building in
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at regular meeting hour.
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Present:Mayor Robert L.Dekker Trustees:Susan L.Doylen,
Mayor ProTein
John Baudek,
George J.Hix,
William J.Marshall,
Gary F.Kiaphake,J.Donald PauleyAlsoPresent:Town Administrator
Vickie O’Connor,
Town Clerk
Jeff Barker,TrusteeAbsent:Roger Clark,Ass’t.Town Attorney
Mayor Dekker called the meeting to order at 7:33 p.m.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Louis O’Riordan commented on food tax refund statistics;School
District salaries (certain employees earning between $70—
90,000/yr.);property taxes relative to the advertising budget;
adding that the food tax petition eliminating the Town’s 4%sales
tax on food may again be circulated.
Patrick Cipolla suggested closing the roadway from the Hwy.34/36
Intersection,up Elkhorn Ave.,and south on Moraine Ave.to the
Trail Gazette to automobile traffic--thus resulting in a
pedestrian mall.Mr.Cipolla believes this change would be a
win/win situation.Staff reported that discussions have been
held with the Chamber of Commerce pertaining to potential
expansion of Christmas promotions that would utilize a portion of
Elkhorn Ave.as the venue,and Beaver Point businesses have
expressed their concern with any proposal closing the connection
through Town out to Beaver Point and the YMCA.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
1.Town Board Minutes dated July 9,1997.
2.Bills.
3.Committee Minutes:
A.Light &Power,July 10,1997
B.Public Safety,July 17,1997.
C.Planning Commission,July 15,1997 (acknowledgment only).
It was moved and seconded (Hix/Doylen)the consent calendar lie
approved,and it passed unanimously.
ACTION ITEMS:
1.Comprehensive Annual Financial Report —Presentation.
Finance Officer Vavra &Steve Jackson/Boudreaux &Jackson,
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CPA’S provided a slide presentation highlighting the 1996
Audit Report,including graphs of 1996 Revenues and Other
Sources of Funds,and 1996 Expenditures.A Combined Balance
Sheet listing all fund types and account groups was
reviewed.Patrick Cipolla questioned why the report could
not list a beginning and ending format which would be easier
to follow.Mr.Jackson clarified that the report is
prepared according to standards of governmental accounting.
Mayor Dekker commended Officer Vavra and Mr.Jackson.The
1996 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report was accepted by
reference thereto.
Mayor Dekker presented a plaque acknowledging the firm’s
work for the past 17 years.
2.Trenching Contract with COMSCO for Highway 7 Electric
Underground Crossings -Approval.Light &Power Director
Matzke reviewed the contract for trenching underground
crossings related to the Hwy.7 Project.COMSCO was the low
bidder with $24,300,and the price could be less if rock
sawing is not required.Staff requested an additional 10%
contingency be included with contract approval.It was
moved and seconded (Hix/Pauley)the Contract with COMSCO in
the amount of $24,300 be accepted,and that a 10%
contingency for a total budget expenditure of $26,730 be
approved,and it passed unanimously.
3.Nytes Replat of a Portion of lot 37,White Meadow View Place
Addition,Steve R.&Barbara J.Nytes/Applicant.
It was moved and seconded (Doylen/Hix)this item lie
continued to August 12,1997,and it passed unanimously.
4.New 3.2%Retail Beer License Application,On &Off Premise,
filed by Tiny Town Texaco,Inc.,dba TINY TOWN 1 STOP,860
Moraine Ave.Mayor Dekker opened the public hearing,and
Clerk O’Connor reviewed the application.Jeffrey Larson,
Attorney representing the owner,presented the application,
stating that at this time,there are no plans for on—premise
consumption,and introduced the following:Gary Mitchell
(co—owner in a family corporation comprised of parents and
siblings);a new convenience store where some food service
restaurants have been added;he has reviewed the Beer Code
and covered sales to minors (will have on—going training
from Attorney Larson);he has received numerous requests for
beer and desires to offer such for sale;employs
approximately 30 people of which only two employees will be
selling the 3.2%beer;beer sales will take place at the
convenience store counter only;and he desires a family
atmosphere.Max Scott,President/Oedipus,Inc.(an opinion
survey company)whose firm conducted an official survey of
residents both in favor of,and in opposition to,the
license.Survey results found that 266 persons were in
favor,with 55 persons opposed,resulting in approximately
80%in favor of this license;a split survey was utilized——
those for and opposed.The petitions (4)were made a part
of the record of these proceedings.Staff commented that
other municipalities are requiring licensees (convenience
stores)to “card everybody.”Attorney Larson responded.
David &Chris Denning,adult inhabitants speaking in favor
of the license noted their complete confidence in Mitchell’s
operation and that their two sons are employed by Tiny Town.
A question and answer period followed,specifically
pertaining to on-premise consumption;the potential addition
of a patio on the south side which would necessiate a
modification of premises request and review by the Town
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Board;the Applicant’s desire for the most expansive 3.2%
Retail Beer License (on and off premise)which will improve
business,marketability of the business,and value of the
business.
The drawing of the premises,as submitted,is to be modified
to strictly outline the existing structure.Trustee
comments were as follows:Baudek will not vote for on—
premise consumption;Pauley it is the responsibility of the
licensee to ensure laws are enforced,otherwise the license
will be lost.Hix agreed with Pauley.Marshall agreed with
Pauley,adding that not only the license but the business
itself could be lost for failure to comply with the Beer
Code.There being no further testimony,Mayor Dekker
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 (Hix/Marshall)the New
3.2%Retail Beer License Application,On &Of f Premise,
filed by Tiny Town Texaco,Inc.,dba TINY TOWN 1 STOP,be
approved.Trustee Doylen questioned whether a condition
that everyone be carded could be attached.Staff and Mr.
Larson responded that the State Beer Code addressed selling
to minors,and such a condition could not be attached.The
motion passed with Trustee Baudek voting “No.”
5.Special Event Permit filed by the American Legion Post #119,
850 N.St.Vram -Approval.The Application is for an
event scheduled August 23,1997 from 8:00 a.m.—12:00
Midnight.It was moved and seconded (Pauley/Marshall)the
Special Event Permit for the American Legion Post #119 lie
approved,and it passed unanimously.
6.Estes Park Senior Center Renovation Prolect —Presentation
of Proposed Budget.Administrator Kiaphake presented a copy
of the proposed budget of $389,800 which contains grants
from Coors,Temple Buell,Gates,Shoup,King,and El Pomar.
Senior Center Representatives are attempting to reduce the
overall cost/sq.ft.Administrator Klaphake reviewed
options for consideration;however,due to time constraints
relative to a $100,000 grant offer,submittal of a proposed
budget is of the utmost importance.An amended budget may
be forthcoming.Don Tebow,President/Senior Center stated
the Center does not intend to stop seeking/obtaining
additional funding until this project is completed.It was
moved and seconded (Hix/Baudek)the budget in the amount of
$389,800 be approved,and it passed unanimously.Trustee
Marshall announced a fund-raising Plant Sale at Judy’s
Flowers July 26 and 27.
7.EPPD Mission Statement -Approval -Police Chief Repola
reviewed the process,representatives,and data utilized in
drafting the Mission Statement.The Public Safety Committee
recommended approval,as amended (portion of the “Values”).
The Statement was read aloud.As the Board of Trustees did
not have ample time to review the Mission Statement,it will
be considered August 12,1997.
8.Town Administrator’s Report.None
9.Administrator Klaphake requested an Executive Session to
discuss Personnel Issues.It was moved and seconded
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(Hix/Marshall)the Board enter Executive Session for reasons
as stated,and it passed unanimously.
Mr.O’Riordan commented in favor of the Senior Center,expressed
concern with the potential closure of Crossroads,and suggested
the food tax refund total budget be increased by $100,000.
There being no further business,Mayor ‘JJekker adjourned the
meeting at 9:20 p.m.to Executive Session.)
R bert L.D kker,Mayor
Vickie O’Connor,Town Clerk