Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Public Safety Committee 1996-08-15BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Public Safety Committee August 15, 1996 Committee: Attending: Also Attending: Absent: Chairman Marshall, Trustees Baudek and Pauley All Town Administrator Klaphake, Police Chief Repola, Fire Chief Rumley, Clerk O'Connor None Chairman Marshall called the meeting to order at 8:03 a.m. POLICE DEPARTMENT. Estes Park PaCK. PaCK Representative Roger Shippy reviewed PaCK's mission and presented the Income/Expense Report for 6/1/95 through 5/31/96. Expenses were individually reviewed. The Town allocated $5,000 in 1996 and PaCK is requesting an increase to $6,500 for 1997. Discussion included the Department's active role on PaCK with representation by Captain Filsinger, baseline training (direct involvement in the adult program), student contacts of over 4,000, and sponsoring of a private speaker October 17 and 18 with the emphasis on student leadership (seminars will also be provided for parents). The Committee commended PaCK's positive role in the community, noting that the 1997 Budget Request of $6,500 will be considered during budget discussions. Personnel. Michelle Chase has filled one vacancy in Communications. The Department anticipates filling one other opening by the end of October. Highway 36/Stanley Avenue Update. Chief Repola presented an accident history for the Stanley Avenue area from 1993 through 1996 that showed a total of 11 accidents. Records before 1993 are unavailable. Trustee Baudek presented his personal survey conducted in one -hour intervals from Monday, July 28 to Sunday, August 4. In summary, 34.7% made left-hand turns, 52.4% were out of state, 28.9% were Colorado vehicles, and 22.2% were locals; there were no traffic accidents during this survey. In his opinion, Trustee Baudek believes that removing the No Left Turn sign will not cause a major problem as it appears motorists are safely making left turns. Discussion followed including the impact of Moccasin Bypass, and the Highway 7 Widening Project scheduled to begin in early Spring 1997, with the Committee directing Chief Repola to provide a site -specific Stanley Avenue accident report for further consideration by the Town Board. "Clancy" Parking Update. The Committee reviewed ticket statistics, both year-to-date (5/30 through 8/14) and monthly. The ticket year-to-date ratio is approximately 18%. The bicycle patrol is having a positive affect on parking violations. Criticism was expressed by merchants and/or employees during Clancy's first month of implementation, however, staff confirmed that written complaints have been insignificant, and the Department is working with those expressing their concern with late -night access to their vehicles. Staff anticipates suspending the Clancy system in mid -September for 1996, following the Scottish Festival. Chief Repola will submit a final report in September. BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Public Safety Committee - August 15, 1996 - Page 2 Repola noted that he will be reviewing recreational vehicle parking issues such as definition, signage, etc., with Public Works. Communications: Secretary Pam Alsop was commended for her clerical assistance on a sexual assault case. FIRE DEPARTMENT. Dannels Fire Station - Change Orders. Senior Planner Joseph requested approval of four change orders totalling $7,299.00. The price includestwo valves that were overlooked, re -wiring of the furnace to operate on the emergency power system, and re-routing of the sewer line. The majority of underground work has now been completed. Fire Chief Rumley noted that the completion date of October 15 is on -schedule. The Committee recommends approval of the Change Orders for a total budget expenditure of $7,299.00. Miscellaneous. Chief Rumley presented a proposal for a full- time staff person at the Dannels Fire Station. Chief Rumley requested Committee members review the proposal, keeping the last page confidential. As the last page concerns an individual, it will be discussed in Executive Session. Brief discussion followed on the ISO Fire Rating, which was recently decreased from 8 to 6. A lower rating is beneficial to all property owners. Dannels Fire Station Snow Removal. The Department requested clarification as to the responsibility of snow plowing at the new station, particularly due to the incline of the driveway. Administrator Klaphake will confer with the Public Works Department and advise. Trustee Baudek complimented the seasonal officers for a job well done. There being no further business, it was moved and seconded (Baudek/Pauley) the Public Safety Committee adjourn to Executive Session to discuss the Full-time Staff Person proposal submitted by Chief Rumley. The motion passed unanimously. Chairman Marshall adjourned the meeting at 9:00 a.m. to Executive Session. Vickie O'Connor, CMC/AAE, Town Clerk AUG 2 7 1996 i4 OF ES 'S 6'r`:.si T 3