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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Public Works Committee 1983-03-17BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO., DENVER RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS / Public Works Committee March 17, 1983 Committee: Chairman Dannels, Trustees Houston and Wagner Attending: All Also Attending: Mayor Tregent, Town Administrator Hill, Public Works Director Widmer, Disaster Recovery Manager Kistner CURB, GUTTER, SIDEWALK - 172 W. ELKHORN AVENUE: Director Widmer reported that he had done a cross section and drainage study of the street along the Chevron Station at 172 W. Elkhorn Avenue and the propoerty does have adequate drainage until you get to the southeast corner of the property near the bridge. An inlet and pipe would have to be installed for water to flow into the river. Mr. Frandsen, of Chevron, had requested a tapered curb rather than the 6" vertical curb and also requested two curb cuts on the Wiest Drive sideof the property, which would be gradually elevated from the vertical to the tapered. Director Widmer stated that if the radius of the corner is changed as is being proposed, then the two parking spaces in front of the station need to be eliminated. The Committee recommends the curb, gutter and sidewalk, including inlet and pipe, be installed at the Chevron station, 172 W. Elkhorn Avenue, as worked out by the Public Works Department and the Chevron Corporation and the work be completed by no later than the first week in June, 1983, and the two parking spaces in front of the property be eliminated. BOND PARK - REQUEST FOR GAZEBO: Mr. Bill Marshall and Mr. Don Corey representing several service organizations in the Town, appeared to request permission to construct a bandstand gazebo in the northeast corner of Bond Park in front of the three large spruce trees. Mr. Marshall explained that the proposed gazebo would be six sided with a 24 foot exterior perimeter. The architecture proposed would be turn -of -the century victorian, painted white with green trim. The work would be accomplished through volunteer efforts with Bill Burcaw acting as the building coordinator. The gazebo would be dedicated to the young people who helped Estes Park recover from the flood of July 15, 1982. Mr. Marshall stated that the gazebo would be two feet off the ground with steps in the front and a platform in the back for handicapped persons. The structure would be given to the Town for maintenance and insurance coverage. The Committee asked several questions regarding lighting, the public address system, furniture, etc. A lengthy discussion followed. The Committee members expressed concern with the architecture stating that the gazebo should be of a design which would fit the surrounding area and suggested the possibity of using native building materials' such as moss rock. The Committee recommends the service organizations redesign the gazebo and bring it back to the Committee for approval. WEST RIVERSIDE PARK - PRELIMINARY DESIGN BY EDAW: Mr. Russ Butler, of EDAW, gave a brief slide presentation of the proposed landscaping design for West Riverside Park. The Committee recommends approval of the preliminary design showing six parking spaces in Phase IV. The final design will be ready sometime in May and brought back to the Committee at that time. BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO., DENVER RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Public Works Committee - March 17, 1983 - Page 2 PRIVATE BRIDGE PROJECT: Manager Kistner reported that Mr. Fincher will not sign an easement for Mr. Nichol to use the Pine Haven bridge if it is replaced in its old location. The bridge serves Mr. Nichol's residence and the 15 units at Pine Haven. In a letter dated February 25, 1983, Mr. Nichol offered to grant an easement at the Pine Road access. A letter dated March 1, 1983, from C. William Herzog, Attorney representing the Nichols, reiterated that offer. In order to build a bridge across Pine Haven Road it would require a big change order in our construction contract and because of the topography would not be the best alternative. The Committee recommends that the bridge be replace at its old location as originally intended. Manager Kistner reported that the Carters have not returned their easement which would allow the Town to replace the McIntyre bridge with a double lane bridge. The Carter family will agree to a single lane bridge if the easement includes the wording "vehicle and pedestrian traffic which was legally available prior to the July 15, 1982 flood". We should know about the easement next week. The contractor will probably ask for a time extension on this bridge, which is not a problem. CEMETERY - REFERRAL FROM THE TOWN BOARD: The Public Works Committee took under consideration the cemetery letters referred to it by the Board of Trustees. Mr. Walter Gurley of Fairmount Cemetery Association, appeared before the Committee to give them more information on the operation of a cemetery. Mr. Gurley stated that in a mountain community with rocky terrain, at least one acre of ground would need to be cleared of rock at least five feet deep. The average space for a grave is 3.75' X 9' X 5' deep. A lengthy discussion followed on the appropriate location for a cemetery as well as the legal ramifications involved. The Committee did not feel that they had adequate information and therefore recommends that the Town staff look at possible sites, zoning, and the legal ramifications of a cemetery and report back to the Committee next month. PARKS EQUIPMENT PURCHASES: Director Widmer asked permission to purchase a riding mower at a cost of approximately $3,500 and the vacuum blower for approximately $225. The Committee recommends approval of these purchases as budgeted. REPORTS: Disaster Recovery Manager Kistner reported that he had written to Len Boulas, the Governor's Authorized Disaster Representative, regarding the status of the fish hatchery restoration. The Division of Wildlife could receive a grant from FEMA which would be 90% of 75% of the damage. However, the Division of Wildlife has asked for a 100% grant, and to date they have not decided on the course of action they will be taking. The difference in the flexible funding could amount to $30,000. FEMA has gone on record as stating that they want the Town's interest in the property satisfied before they give the Division of Wildlife money for Chatfield. Director Widmer stated that the Town is interested in getting the property restored and the longer we let the delay exist, the less chance we have of getting a quality job. The Committee recommends that Manager Kistner write to the Division of Wildlife and ask what their intent is regarding restoration of the fish hatchery property. BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO., DENVER RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Public Works Committee - March 17, 1983 - Page 3 Director Widmer reported that the private bridge project is proceeding amazingly fast. The bridge abutments for the Colonial, Deer Crest, 4 Seasons, and the Trailer Park have been poured. There have been some small change orders in the contract totaling approximately $1,200. Old Ranger Drive bridge abutments will be poured on Monday, and the twin T's will be set about two weeks later. Director Widmer reported that the roof at the Police Department has been leaking since the snowstorms. He requested permission to have a roofing consultant check out the roof. The Committee recommends the Public Works Department have a consultant look at the roof. There being no further business, the meeting. Ann E. Jensen; Town Clerk r�MA.plly..Nlw. MAR 2 2 1983 B )MD OF TR221..:':S