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RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
Public Safety Committee
October 16, 1997
Committee:
Attending:
Also Attending:
Chairman Marshall, Trustees Baudek and Pauley
Chairman Marshall and Trustee Baudek
Administrator Klaphake, Police Captain
Filsinger, Fire Chief Dorman, Special Events
Director Hinze, Deputy Clerk Kuehl
Absent: Trustee Pauley
Chairman Marshall called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
"Celebrate Estes Park" Weekend: Special Events Director Hinze
requested, on behalf of Stanley Village Association, authorization
for free horse drawn hayrides from Lower Stanley Village to Elkhorn
Ave. during "Celebrate Estes Park" weekend. Aspen Lodge, who has
been providing hayrides at various events for five years, will
provide the service. It was noted that Aspen Lodge will provide
insurance for this event, which will only take place weather
permitting. The Transit Center and the Taco Bell parking lot (a
restricted parking area will be designated) are the specified
loading areas. The path will be from the Transit Center, left on
MacGregor, around Park Ln. to the traffic signal, left on Elkhorn
Ave. to the Taco Bell parking lot. A seasonal officer will be
assigned to assist with traffic control. The times are Saturday,
December 13 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 14,
from noon to 4:00 p.m. The Committee recommends approval of the
hayride route. Director Hinze withdrew the request for use of the
Bond Park campfire pit, due to the lack of water supply during the
winter months.
Halloween Street Closure: Captain Filsinger requested the closure
of Elkhorn Ave. at Spruce St., Moraine/Big Horn Dr., and Riverside
Dr. from 5:30 p.m. until traffic subsides, between 8:00 and 9:00
p.m. to celebrate Halloween activities. Administrator Klaphake
suggested the streets be closed by 5:00 p.m. The Committee
recommends approval of the street closure at 5:00 p.m.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Fire Prevention Week Recap: Fire Chief Dorman reported that the
theme for Fire Prevention Week was "Know When To Go", reacting fast
to fire. This event was coordinated by Firefighter John
Landkammer. A total of 800 kids from pre-school to intermediate
school were contacted regarding escape plans, stop/drop/roll
techniques, smoke detectors, etc. Handouts were provided by the
National Fire Safety Council and purchased through local donations.
The distribution of smoke detectors will be scheduled at a later
date.
ISO Survey: Chief Dorman reported that this survey was conducted
over a two day period and included a review of training records,
run reports, volunteer records, apparatus inventory, water mapping
system, and hydrant testing. The Department's rating will be made
available in early 1998.
Chimney Fire Warning: Chief Dorman recommended cleaning of wood
stove and fireplace chimneys to avoid chimney fires.
BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
REPORTS
The third quarter report was reviewed, including all types of
offenses, arrests, and property damage. This report reflected an
increase due to the increased visitors this time of year. Speeding
complaints on Fish Creek, Hwy. 34, and Hwy. 7 are down due to the
placement of the traffic monitor. It is predicted the proposed
traffic signal on Manford Ave. and Hwy. 7 will also alleviate
speeding in that area. Trustee Baudek requested the contractor be
reminded that this signal light still needs to be placed.
There being no further business, Chairman Marshall adjourned the
meeting at 4:09 p.m.
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