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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Estes Park Centennial-BiCentennial Commission 1975-04-28:,,,yll I TOWN OF ESTES PARII i1/„,—f !""r+,` "hlri iti\'' .`ylL��2r f%.�n pV ; • �lf<ii r" :. , d- n � i�R"fti�, / \ ✓ 4 j- >>i•..H�. `\\ aL`v.. . _\ a. 1 , kJif /— %6-;— ii v,, sf...(.r N„ - . ~Y"�.� '.yM�''b^� • w:'.. .' ,".. Y" Z f4 ✓1 1 ESTES PARK AREA CENTENNIAL -BICENTENNIAL COMI4ISSIOY Estes Park, Colorado 80517 The first meeting was called to order by temporary chairman, Glenn Prosser, on April 28,19.75 at 7:30 p.m. in the Municipal Build- ing meeting room. Mr. Prosser related that Alexis McKinney, who is Vice Chairman of 'the state Centennial -Bicentennial Committee, sent him various forms, a guideline booklet, and recognition forms. Mr. Prosser then opened the meeting for nominations to elect officers. Secretary - Chris Switzer nominated by Fred Steffens second by Bob Mobus Nominations were then closed. Chairman - Fred Steffens nominated by Gene Dykes second by Moses Swindler Glenn Prosser nominated by Bob Wagner second by Ruth Stauffer . Larry. Zeliner nominated by Ward Crowley second by Lois. Schmidt Nominations were then closed. Voting was by closed ballot. Pred Steffens was elected chairman. It was suggested that two Vice Chairman be chosen by taking the first. and second place people of nominations no less than four. Bob Mobus nominated by Bob: Wagner second by Ruth Stauffer Charles Chaffin nominated by John Gardner second by Bob Mobus Larry Zeliner nominated by Ward Crowley second by Al Mencher John Gardner nominated by Gene Dykes second by Ruth Stauffer Ruth Stauffer nominated by Jim Dunham econd by Bob Gaines w hen closed. Votingwit closed ballot. Nominations ere the y Ruth Stauffer and Bob. Nobus were elected. The Chairman, Fred Steffens, suggested that the next meeting include adoption of bylaws. Also, that the current officers should work through the summer and another election occur in October. Mr. Steffens also suggested that meetings be called once a month. The third Monday of each month was agreed upon. Bob Wagner made a motion and Ginger Adrian seconded. The next meeting will be Monday, May 19 at 7:30 p.m. in the Municipal Building. Mr. Steffens then explained that a previous Centennial Committee had existed over a year ago, but it disbanded. In February recommenda- tions from different areas in town were gathered to form this 29 member commission. (see list) Other groups and clubs will plan activities and this commission will vote on those ideas and submit forms, etc. This is to be a WORKING COMMITTEE --- and people should resign if they can't come and be willing to participate. Mr. Steffens said he_will send an application in the next couple. days for our town to be recognized as a Centennial -Bicentennial City. Itwill take 4-6 weeks. A flag and various items will be sent. At that time a kick-off celebration will occur. (perhaps at Memorial Day Trailridge Opening) ADHOC Meetings were mentioned. Other events have already been brought up and asked about. There is an IBM print out sheet with.stat:e celebrations listed by city. Chairman Fred Steffens presented eight concrete events already planned: 1. Western Justice (Jim Dunham) 2. Rodeo Parade & Horse Shows (Glenn Prosser) 3. Style Show by Historical.Society (Ruth Stauffer) (This was ruled out because it was too soon -- May 1. Marge Wolpert then advised that a larger event is planned for next year and will be later submitted. 4. Fine Arts Guild Musical (Charles Chaffin) 1976 - a 5 day show-- $12,000 has been asked for) 5. Antique Car Show (Bob Mobus) mid July 1975 6. Beard Growing Contest. (Moses Swindler) 1976 7. Hands Across the Nation - Memorial Day (Dwight Hamilton) Mr. Hamilton noted that a specific procedure must, be followed and that he'd work on it. 8. 4th of July Fireworks (Gene Dykes - Jaycees) Other events mentioned were the Art Fair in the National Park the last week of July 1975, the 60th. anniversary celebration of the National Park, and the Radio' Station's plans to have daily factual bits on Estes Park history. More Mr. Prosser showed Arts Guild Exhibit. Mr. Steffens asked they could be submitted information will be presented a brochure with Estes Park having a 1976 later. Fine the commission to approve five events so that for state approval: 1. Western Justice - 1975 \2. Rodeo Parade & Horse Shows - 1975 3. Hands Across the Nation - 1975 -3- 1 -4. 4th of July Fireworks - 1975 5. Fine Arts Guild Art. Exhibit - 1976 Ruth Stauffer made the motion and Margaret Houston seconded. Mr. Prosser informed the group that the Town was willing to supply us with stationary. It was suggested that the Centennial and the Bicentennial logos he added to the letterheads, by Bob Mobus. A further discussion occured that this commission include the total area, and not just the town limits --- hence the name, ESTES PARK AREA CENTENNIAL BICENTENNIAL COMMISSION. The motion was made by Margaret Houston and seconded by Chris Switzer. The next meeting in May will include reports on what type of projects will qualify, etc. It was then brought up that, minimual funding was necessary for postage, copying letters, paper, etc. After discussion a motion was made by Gene Dykes to ask the Town Board for $250 plus zerox priviaeges. Second by Ruth Stauffer. All in. favor. Gene Dykes agreed to present this to the Town Board at their meeting next Tuesday, May6. Margaret. Houston and Jim Dunham offered mimeograph supplies and the use of a machine. As a result of this financial need, John Gardner made a motion to elect Gene Dykes as Treasurer, with Larry Zellner seconding. The nominations ceased and Mr. Dykes was unanimously chosen. Mr. Steffens then ended the meeting -- Bob. Wagner moved to adjorn and Ruth Stauffer seconded -- 9p.m. Respectfully submitted, The Executive Board of Officers met after the regular meeting. Chairman Steffens asked the secretary to type minutes and mail a "call" to each member of the commission the week before each upcoming monthly meeting. Before the May meeting a special report will also be included in the mailed minutes. Al Mencher, from the newspaper, told the officers that he would ask for suggestions from the community, have them mailed to his office, and tally up the suggestions. Chairman Steffens asked the Vice Presidents to look into various projects before the May meeting. Bob. Mobus - Beard Growing Contest Antique Car Show Photographic Displays by Moses Swindler Western Justice final details Ruth Stauffer - Denver Symphony Sing Out (Up With People) Fred Steffens - Freedom Train Department of Defence Displays Fred Steffens agreed to look into the Freedom Train with the idea of having juniors from the high school go down to Denver both in. '75 and '76 with\rides arranged through the Lions Club. Also, he will check out the Dept. of Defence display of 3 vans for various branches -4- of the service to come to Estes Park. Bob Mobus asked if a sign could be put up at the edges of Town and at the Visitor Center/Chamber about Centennial Bicentennial events. The Idea of posters was also brought. up. The suggestion of a calendar of events being distributed via the Chamber was also discussed. Ruth Stauffer brought up an idea for "kick off" celebration. A skit might be presented by the Historical Society of people who lived in Estes Park 100 years ago. Her idea was to do this at the Lazy B Ranch in early July. She will look into this further and report in May. The next: Executive Committee Meeting, will take place before the. regular meeting for the commission -- 7p.m. (- hour before) on May 19, 1975 at the Municipal Building. May 1, 1975' A telephone poll of all members was taken on: Hospital KSIR - Ruth Stauffer Historical Society Booklet These three items were included in forms sent in. Also, the word "area" is to be left out of our name.