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Community Services
Memo
To: Community Development/Community Services Committee
Town Administrator Halburnt
From: Teri Salerno, Visitor Services Manager
Date: July 28, 2011
RE: Visitor Services Quarterly Report
Background:
Second Quarter Visitor Center Traffic
The Visitor Center experienced an increase of over 32% in foot traffic in April, May and
June over the second quarter last year. This year, we had 100,558 visitors during the
second quarter, an average of approximately 1,117 people each day. In 2010, 76,080
people came through our doors, for an average of over 845 people per day.
First Half Visitor Center Traffic
During the first half of 2011, visitation increased more than 39% over the same time
period last year. Through June 2011, the EP Visitor Center has seen 133,518 visitors,
as compared to 95,957 visitors during the first half of last year.
Rocky Mountain National Park Traffic
Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) reports a 2.35% increase in visitation through
June 2011 when compared to the first six months of 2010. Visitation during the first six
months has been mixed: Decreases in January and May; increases in February, March,
April and June. RMNP attendance increased 11.56% for June 2011 over June 2010.
Visitor Center Traffic
stndrdth
1 Qtr 2 Qtr 3 Qtr 4 Qtr Total
2011 32,960 100,558 133,518
2010 19,877 76,080 179,627 49,394 324,978
2009 21,492 78,442 164,098 37,807 301,839
2008 16,797 64,642 144,648 37,433 263,520
2007 18,060 68,195 158,669 31,116 276,040
2006 8,999 54,602 139,046 29,522 232,169
Second Quarter Telephone Calls
Visitor Services staff answered 17% less telephone calls during the second quarter of
2011 when compared to the same time period in 2010. This year the Visitor Center
received 5,946 calls April – June, for an average for sixty-six telephone calls per day. In
2010, the Visitor Center received 7,162 calls April - June, for an average of eighty calls
per day.
First Half Telephone Calls
Overall for the year, we are seeing a decrease of 18.3% in telephone calls when
compared to last year. We had 9,065 calls through June 2011 and 11,096 calls through
June 2010.
Visitors are using the Internet and other electronic technology more frequently to
answer their travel questions and to make travel plans, which may help to explain why
we continue to see a decrease in telephone calls to the Visitor Center. This year, the
trend appears to be more significant than in past years, as illustrated in the chart below.
Telephone Calls
stndrdth
1 Qtr 2 Qtr 3 Qtr 4 Qtr Total
2011 3,119 5,946 9,065
2010 3,934 7,162 9,772 3,224 24,092
2009 3,931 7,608 11,035 3,796 26,370
2008 3,538 6,615 10,122 3,281 23,556
2007 3,899 6,575 10,521 3,360 24,355
2006 3,891 6,127 9,298 3,002 22,318
Volunteer Ambassadors
Currently the number of volunteer Ambassadors totals seventy-two; the intent is to keep
the total around seventy-five. Eight new Ambassadors were brought on for the 2011
season. Ambassadors received a comprehensive training on May 10 at Town Hall,
including presentations by RMNP, Fairgrounds/Events, LMD, Police, etc. Additional
training for staff and volunteers included tours of forty-two lodging properties and thirty-
one retail businesses in May and June. The training got great reviews and prepares our
new and renewing Ambassadors for their volunteer work at the Visitor Center.
Budget:
N/A
Recommendation:
N/A
Community Services
Memo
To: Community Development/Community Services Committee
Town Administrator Halburnt
From: Derek Fortini, Museum Manager
Date: July 28, 2011
RE: Museum Quarterly Report
Background:
Ongoing Temporary Exhibit
Fluttering Butterflies: From the Net of Dr. Wiest is on display in the Main Gallery of the
Museum from April 22, 2011 through April 17, 2012.Estes Park’s first Mayor, Dr. Roy
Wiest, was an avid butterfly collector. This exhibit, made possible through a
collaboration with Rocky Mountain National Park, captures his passion for butterfly
collecting and features a selection of his butterfly samples. There were sixty-six people
at the exhibit opening reception held on April 22, 2011.
Upcoming Temporary Exhibit
Stanley: An Estes Park Legacy will be on display in the National Park Service
Headquarters Building on the Museum grounds from August 5, 2011 through February
19, 2012. The temporary exhibit uses objects on loan from the Stanley Museum, the
private nonprofit which is headquartered in Kingfield, Maine. The exhibit celebrates the
achievements of Freelan Oscar (F. O.) Stanley. Seeking dry mountain air to alleviate
the symptoms of his tuberculosis, F. O. Stanley drove his Stanley Steamer Automobile
to Estes Park in 1903. He quickly became enamored with the area and made it his
summer residence. In the years to follow, he had a tremendous influence in
transforming Estes Park from a rustic village to a modern town. Enjoy free drinks and
hors d’oeuvres at the opening reception on August 5 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Upcoming Programs
July 30: Birds of Prey Day: Live Bird Demonstration and Program. Estes Park is home
to birds of prey including golden eagles, turkey vultures, falcons, and hawks. These
fascinating creatures are suited for life in craggy rock outcroppings such as Lumpy
Ridge. Flock to the Museum for a special demonstration from the Birds of Prey
Foundation, an organization that helps rehabilitate and release raptors into the wild.
The program will feature live birds and a discussion about how raptors contribute to the
ecology and natural history of Estes Park.Program begins at 2:00 p.m. Cost is $5 for
adults, $15 for a family, and free for children under ten years old. Space is limited; first
come-first served.
In addition to the Museum’s usual community outreach efforts, Museum Curator
Mittelman, who has been working with Partners Mentoring Youth, invited them to the
“Birds of Prey Day” program. The program director advertised it to the mentors and
fifteen people from Partners have signed up.
August 8: Historic Sites of Rocky Mountain National Park and the Estes Valley. A tour
guided by Estes Park Historian Laureate Jim Pickering. The tour will meet at the
Museum at 9:00 a.m. and participants will caravan to the various sites. There is no
additional fee for entrance into Rocky Mountain National Park. Cost is $6 for members
and $12 for non-members. Register by calling (970) 577-3762. Space is limited.
September 10: Design and Preservation of the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center:
Architecture Lecture at Rocky Mountain National Park. Did you know that Rocky
Mountain National Park’s Beaver Meadows Visitor Center is nationally renowned for its
architecture? Completed in 1967, the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center was designed by
Taliesin Associated Architects, a firm founded by Frank Lloyd Wright. It was also one of
the major projects completed under Mission 66, a ten-year National Park Service
program aimed at improving visitor services. Jim Lindberg, Director of Preservation
Initiatives at the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Mountains/Plains Office, will
speak in the auditorium of the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, highlighting the
structure’s historical significance. Program begins at 7:00 p.m. Free. This program is
sponsored by the Town of Estes Park in partnership with the Lyceum program at Rocky
Mountain National Park.
October 1 & 2: Allenspark History Tour. Join long-time resident Edie DeWeese for a
tour of Allenspark, a quaint mountain town established in 1928 along the breath-taking
Peak-to-Peak Highway. The same tour is offered each day. Meet at the Estes Park
Museum at 10:00 a.m; tour will end in the early afternoon. Bottled water, snacks, and
transportation will be provided. Cost is $15 for members and $20 for non-members.
Space is limited to thirteen participants each day. Register starting September 15 by
calling (970) 586-6256.
History on Call
The cell phone tour has been live since June 25. A full report will be available in the fall
detailing the program’s usage. During the first eighteen days of operation (through July
12, 2011), forty-six calls were made by twenty-eight individuals. Peak times of use are
from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. There is also a feature for users
to leave comments at the end of the recordings. Two comments have been submitted,
both individuals spoke highly of the tour.
Museums for America Grant Recap
The Town received a federal Museums for America grant from the Institute of Museum
and Library Services in October, 2010. The $19,800 grant allowed the Museum to hire
a digitization technician for 1,100 hours to digitize the Museum’s loose photograph
collection (i.e., photos not in albums). This project was completed on June 3, 2011. A
total of 4,581 photographs were scanned and catalogued. Approximately 1,030
photographs were identified that have not been accessioned to the Museum collection,
yet are stored in our archives. Staff will next inspect each unaccessioned photograph to
determine whether it should be catalogued and added to the collection. Of the 4,581
scans, the technician was able to update catalogue records for approximately 2,396
files and corrected an estimated 350 photograph “home location” fields – crucial
information for the photography database.
The grant project was very successful. The goals of the project – which included
reducing photograph handling while improving photograph care and accessibility – were
met. Follow up work is already underway, such as a project to better identify and date
local buildings. A public program will be held on November 5, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. to
present the details and results of the digitization grant and the benefits to researchers.
Electronic Attendance Counter
At the April 28, 2011 CDCS meeting, the idea of installing an electronic attendance
counter at the Museum was discussed. After a first attempt at reusing an old attendance
counter from the Visitor Center was unsuccessful, a new counter similar to the one at
the Senior Center was backordered. Once it arrived we installed the new counter, which
became operational on July 6, 2011. The next quarterly report will contain electronic
attendance information. For the time being, we will keep parallel manual visitor counts
as we establish baseline data.
Budget:
N/A
Recommendation:
N/A
Community Development
Memo
To: Community Development/Community Services Committee
Town Administrator Halburnt
From: Alison Chilcott, Interim Community Development Director
Date: July 28, 2011
RE: Community Garden Request by Estes Park Community Garden
Committee
Background:
About a year ago, the Community Garden Committee initiated discussions with Mayor
Pinkham to establish a community garden on Town-owned property.
Staff has assisted the Committee with site evaluation and provided guidance on
proposal preparation, working primarily with Committee member Connie Dedon.
The Community Garden Committee proposal is attached for review. The proposed
garden is 90’ x 75’ (6,750 square feet) and contains 24 10’ x 15’ plots.
Staff has classified the community garden as a Plant Nursery, which is a permitted use
in the CO – Outlying Commercial, CH – Heavy Commercial, and I-1 – Restricted
Industrial zoning districts.
Four of the sites are evaluated below. The proposal also describes other sites
considered by the committee.
Land Use/Site Evaluation
Location Elm Road Fairgrounds Stanley Circle Drive Fish Hatchery Property
ERE
Zoning CO CO
Requires rezoning Requires rezoning
Locked gate at driveway
Access Paved road Paved road Paved road
entrance limits access
On-site parking
ParkingExisting parking On-site parking needed Existing parking
needed
Requires water tap Requires water tap and
and fee, or water Existing services Existing services fee, or water storage
Utilities
storage tank tank
Intensive existing uses. Employee Housing –
Museum, employee
Existing Uses None Entire facility used one single-family
housing, picnic area
during large events residence
PossibleDrainage –
Master Planned TBD TBD
Future Use detention pond
Staff recommends
Staff recommends
Landscaping/Some screening screening due location in Screened by existing
screening from
beneficial existing single-family trees
Screening
Hwy 34
neighborhood
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Staff recommends provision of a limited number of parking spaces, e.g. three or four
spaces, with an expansion area identified if demand necessitates additional spaces.
Budget:
N/A
Recommendation:
I recommend APPROVAL/DENIAL to the Town Board, to be included as an Action Item
at the August 23, 2011 Town Board meeting.
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ORDINANCE TBD – 11
EXHIBIT A
ORGANIZATION
1. Text to be replaced delineated with strikethrough (abc de fghi jk lmn op qrstuv w xyz).
2. New text delineated with underline (abc de fghi jk lmn op qrstuv w xyz).
3. Staff comment: (In parenthesis and yellow highlight).
4. Revisions are organized by subject.
5. Refer to the Colorado Code Publishing CompanyÓs draft of Municipal Code Supplement 21
for the sign code adopted in 2010, pending codification. Below code references (sections,
sub-sections, etc.) align with draft Supplement 21.
6. Changes made to the draft code amendments since March are highlighted.
LED MESSAGES
Issue:
On March 22, 2011, draft LED code amendments were presented to Town Board.
On April 12, 2011, Town Board passed Ordinance 10-11 imposing a temporary moratorium
on the issuance of sign permits for LED variable message signs through September 27,
2011.
Staff Recommendation:
The attached March 22, 2011 memo to Town Board described staff recommendations.
Staff also recommends reducing the maximum allowable size of LED messages.
Draft Code Amendments:
Ordinance TBD-11 Exhibit A July 28, 2011 Î CD/CS Committee Page 1 of 13
17.66.040 Definitions
Electronic message display (EMD) means a device that changes its message by electronic
or digital process or by remote control, or which uses light emitting diodes (LEDS), glow
cubes, or other means of changeable illumination. (Staff comment: Revised definition for
clarity).
Message means a complete, static electronic display message on an electronic message
display (EMD).
Message hold time means the time interval a static message or frame must remain on the
electronic message display (EMD) before transitioning to another message or frame.
Transition duration means the time interval it takes an electronic message display to
change from one complete static message to another complete static message or frame.
17.66.090 General regulations.
(2) Illumination. Illuminated signs shall be subject to the following conditions:
a. Neither the direct nor the reflected light from any light source shall create a traffic
hazard or distraction to operators of motor vehicles on public thoroughfares.
b. The light from an illuminated sign shall not be of an intensity or brightness that will
create a negative impact on adjacent uses in direct line-of-sight to the sign.
ca. External light sources shall be directed and shielded to limit direct illumination of any
object other than the sign.
db. In no case, with all lighting components energized, shall the lighting intensity of any
sign, whether resulting from internal or external illumination, exceed ten (10) foot-
candles when measured with a standard light meter held at a distance of ten (10)
feet from the sign face. And, except in the CD-Downtown Commercial zoning district,
shall add no more than one (1) foot-candle to illumination levels at any point off site.
(Staff comment: Highlighted language is intended to address zero lot-line setbacks
in the CD zoning district.)
ec. Signs shall not have exposed incandescent lamps exceeding fifteen (15) watts.
Signs shall not have exposed neon or fluorescent lamps exceeding four hundred
(400) lumens per foot.
fd. Brightness. Maximum brightness levels for electronic reader boards shall not exceed
four thousand (4,000) nits when measured from the sign's face at its maximum
brightness during daylight hours and four hundred (400) nits when measured from
the sign's face at its maximum brightness between dusk and dawn. The Town shall
have the right to view the programmed specifications of the sign to determine
compliance.
e. Dimmer control. Each electronic message display shall be equipped with dimming
technology that automatically varies the brightness of the electronic message display
according to the ambient light conditions.
Ordinance TBD-11 Exhibit A July 28, 2011 Î CD/CS Committee Page 2 of 13
gf. Operational limitations Electronic reader boards located within the CDÎDowntown
Commercial zoning district shall be restricted to a static image that changes no more
than once in any twenty-four-hour period. Electronic reader boards located in the all
other commercial districts shall be restricted to a static image that changes no more
than once every twenty (20) minutes. Electronic message displays shall contain
static messages only and shall have immediate transitions from one message to the
next. The transition duration shall be instantaneous (one message will instantly
transition to the next message, instantaneous re-pixelization).
Each message on an electronic message display shall be displayed for a minimum
of five minutes.
An electronic message display shall contain no more than one message at a time.
(Staff comment: Clarify that an electronic message display cannot contain multiple
messages changing at different times, e.g. a 32 square foot display with four
messages of eight square feet each is not permitted.)
Electronic message displays shall be limited in size to 10 square feet in the CD
zoning district and 20 square feet in the A, CO, CH, O, and I-1 zoning districts.
hg. No illumination shall be anything other than a steady, continuous burning bulb or
lights. Flashing, blinking, oscillating, rotating or intermittent turning on-and-off of any
illuminating device is prohibited. Time/weather informational signs and official
warning and regulatory signs erected by the Town or State are exempt from this
regulation.
ih. Signs in the A, CD, CO, CH, O, and I-1 zoning districtscommercial and restricted
industrial zoning districts may be indirectly, directly or internally illuminated. Signs in
all other zoning districts may be indirectly or internally illuminated. (Staff comment:
Prior draft stated“Non-residential zoning districts (A, CD, CO, CH, O, and I-1).” The
A-1 district is considered non-residential in the EVDC and residential in the EPMC.
Removal of the term ‘non-residential’ adds clarity.)
Ordinance TBD-11 Exhibit A July 28, 2011 Î CD/CS Committee Page 3 of 13
TEMPORARY SIGNS
Issue:
Temporary sign code language is difficult to understand. Intent is difficult to discern.
After lengthy review, staff concluded that the intent is to allow temporary non-commercial
signs, such as political campaign and special elections signs, for up to 90 days without a
permit, unless a permit is specifically required by Sections 17.66.170, 17.66.180, or
17.66.200.
Staff Recommendation:
Revise code to improve readability for staff and the public.
Draft Code Amendments:
17.66.041Permitted sign definition,Temporary sign means a sign which is intended for a
temporary period of display for the purpose of announcing a special event as expressly
provided for in Sections 17.66.170, 17.66.180, and 17.66.200 herein, advertising or directing
persons to a new subdivision or other new land or building development, or promoting a
political campaign or special election, and temporary construction and real estate signs.
17.66.070 Temporary signs.
Temporary signs in all zoning districts shall be subject to the following specific requirements:
(1) The size of temporary signs shall be limited to the maximum size allowed herein for
permanent signs in the respective zoning districts, unless a larger size is expressly
provided for hereunder.
(2) Temporary real estate signs no larger than nine (9) square feet per face shall be exempt
from any permit for a period of one (1) year. All other temporary signs shall be allowed for a
period of ninety (90) days without a permit. Temporary signs intended to be displayed for a
period longer than ninety (90) days are required to obtain a permit, and shall identify the
longer time period on the permit.
Temporary construction, real estate, and political campaign or special election signs shall be
allowed for a period of ninety (90) days without a permit, except that temporary real estate
signs no larger than nine (9) square feet per face shall be exempt from any permit for a
period of one (1) year. (Staff comment: Restated for clarity. Intent remains unchanged.)
Ordinance TBD-11 Exhibit A July 28, 2011 Î CD/CS Committee Page 4 of 13
NON-PROFIT FUNDRAISING AND TOWN-SPONSORED EVENTS
Issue and Staff Recommendation:
Small-scale fundraising events have more limited signage options than large-scale events.
Staff recommends expanding signage options for small-scale fundraising events and
increasing consistency between small and large-scale fundraising options.
Staff also recommends improve consistency in terminology to readability.
A summary of the existing signage options is below:
Small-ScaleLarge-Scale Town-Sponsored
Non-Profit Non-Profit Events
Fundraising Fundraising
Master Permit No Yes Yes
Time Period During event; and 6 weeks before; and 6 weeks before; and
2 days before event 3 days after the event 3 days after the event
On-Premise Signs Yes
Yes
On property owned or leased
for principal operations
All permitted sign
types; and
Sign Types Banners Only
Portable signs
Max. Number of Signs 2 No limit
Same as Large Scale
Max. Sign Size 16 sq. ft. 150 sq. ft.
Max. Allowable Signage 32 sq. ft. 150 sq. ft.
Banners do not need to Banners do not need to
Sign Location
be affixed to walls be affixed to walls
Property Lines
Yes
No
8 ft. from property lines
Setbacks Apply?
No Yes
Off-Premise Signs
Sign Types All permitted sign
types; and
Same as Large Scale; and
Portable signs
2 of 3 Town banner locations
Max. Number of
4
Bond Park (32 sq. ft. max)
Locations
Hwy 34/36 (90 sq. ft. max)
4
CVB (32 sq. ft. max)
Any combination of site and
and
N/A
Max. Number of Signs
signs such as:
1 sign at 4 locations or
Special event posters that do
2 signs at 2 locations
not exceed two square feet in
Max. Sign Size 36 sq. ft.
size, limited to one sign
Max. Allowable Signage 144 sq. ft.
permit event per premise.
Sign Location No Restrictions
Property Line
No
Setbacks Apply?
In addition to the above options, reader boards can built into permanent signs, can display
fundraising messages, and messages can be changed without a permit.
Ordinance TBD-11 Exhibit A July 28, 2011 Î CD/CS Committee Page 5 of 13
IssueStaff Recommendation
Master Permit Small-scale non-profits frequently hold Allow master permitting:
periodic re-occurring fundraising events.
Reduces costs for non-
Currently, a separate permit is required profits; and
each time a banner is used at an event. For
Reduces staff administrative
example a non-profit that holds the same
time.
event 12 times a year would obtain 12
permits at a cost of $30 each.
Not all non-profits own or lease property for
On-Premise Signs Allow non-profits to benefit from
their principal operations; therefore, they do
the same ÒdefinitionÓ of Òon-
not have a premise and not permitted
premiseÓ used throughout the
signage. rest of the sign code, i.e., not
limited to properties that are
Local examples of non-profits that do not owned or leased by the non-
own or lease space, include, but are not profit.
limited to, Rotary, UNICEF, and the
Salvation Army
Allowed Sign Type Portable signs are frequently used by non-Recognize signage types
profits for fundraising, but are not permitted. currently used for small-scale
fundraising events.
Off-Premise Signs Small-scale fundraising events are often Allow off-site fundraising.
conducted off-premise and/or include off-
Aligns with the Municipal Code
premise signs.
Section 9.12.010 regarding
solicitation.
Local examples, include:
UNICEF ÐthermometerÑ used to gauge
donation amounts and placed business
windows.
Salvation Army bell ringers with donation
ÐboxesÑ containing Salvation Army signage.
Property Line Setbacks Setbacks apply to small-scale events, but Allow signs in setbacks, but not
Apply? not large scale. within site visibility triangles
Broadens options for small-
scale non-profits.
More closely aligns with
large-scale fundraising
regulations.
Improves ease of
understanding.
Ordinance TBD-11 Exhibit A July 28, 2011 Î CD/CS Committee Page 6 of 13
Draft Code Amendments:
17.66.060 Prohibited signs.
The following signs shall not be permitted, erected or maintained in the Town:
(1) Off-premises advertising except: as otherwise provided for herein under Sections
17.66.170 and 17.66.180.
a. As specifically permitted by Sections 17.66.170, 17.66.180, and 17.66.200.
b. Non-illuminated open house real estate signs, provided that:
1. Off-premise signs are located on private property with the property owner's consent;
and
2. Comply with the size and time limitations in Paragraph 17.66.050 (12); and
3. Are limited to two (2) off-premises signs per open house.
(8) Signs not permanently affixed or attached to the ground or to a permanent structure (for
example, sandwich boards and handheld signs), except for temporary signs as provided for
under 17.66.070, 17.66.170, 17.66.180, and 17.66.200.
(12)Off-premisesadvertising signs; except:
a. As specifically permitted by Section 17.66.170, Community special events signs and
Stanley Park special events signs.
b. As specifically permitted by Section 17.66.180, Town-sponsored special events
banners, or
c.Nonilluminated open house real estate signs, provided that:
1. Off-premise signs are located on private property with the property owner's consent;
and
2. Comply with the size and time limitations in Paragraph 17.66.050 (12); and
3. Are limited to two (2) off-premises signs per open house. (Staff comment: Partially
duplicated language see (1) above.)
(13)(12) Signs with commercial content not pertinent and or not clearly related to the principal
permitted use on the property where located.
Ordinance TBD-11 Exhibit A July 28, 2011 Î CD/CS Committee Page 7 of 13
17. 66.170 Community special events signs (large-scale) and Stanley ParkTown-
sponsored special events signs.
(a) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to provide for adequate temporary signage for
community special events (large-scale) where the primary purpose of the event is to
raise funds for local charitable purposes, or to provide for adequate signage for Town-
sponsored special events. Both of these event categories are characterized by their
large scale production, large attendance and by their prominence as re-occurring
annual events of community-wide interest. Events such as the Longs Peak Scottish-
Irish Highland Festival and the Estes Park Duck Race are examples of large-scale
community special events.
(1) Nonprofit associations or organizations may submit an application for temporary on-
site and temporary off-premises signage for a community special event where the
primary purpose of the event is to raise funds for local charitable purposes.
(2) Any organization holding a Town-approved community special event at the Stanley
Park Fairgrounds may submit an application for temporary on-site and temporary off-
premises signage for that event. (Staff comment: For clarity, relocated and reworded
under Application for Permit below.)
(b) Application for permit.
(1) Nonprofit associations or organizations or any organization conducting a Town-
sponsored special event may submit an application for temporary on-site and
temporary off-premises signage for an event.
(2) The applicant shall submit a master special event sign plan as part of the application
for a special event permit. Upon approval of a master special event sign plan, tThe
permit shall be valid for subsequent re-use for an unlimited period of time, provided
that there are no significant changes to the sign copy, size, location and extent of the
approved signs. (Staff Comment: A large-scale event may not have a special event
permit.)
17.66.170(c) Standards for Review
(3) Illumination.
Illumination of temporary special event signs is prohibited.
(4) Town-sponsored Special Event Banners.
Town-sponsored special event Bbanners must shall comply with Section 17.66.180, Town-
sponsored special events (TSE) temporary banners. (Staff comment: Clarifies that this is a
cross-reference only and does not apply to banners for large-scale community special
events).
Ordinance TBD-11 Exhibit A July 28, 2011 Î CD/CS Committee Page 8 of 13
17.66.200Temporary banners nonprofit fundraisingCommunity special events (small-
scale) signs
(a) Purpose. The following regulations are intended to provide for adequate temporary
signage of temporary or periodic nonprofit fundraising events of a small scale. This sign
category (temporary banners nonprofit fundraising) and associated regulations found in
this Chapter expressly excludes Town-sponsored event banners as provided for in
Section 17.66.180. The purpose of this Section is to provide for adequate temporary
signage for community special events (small-scale) where the primary purpose of the
event is to raise funds for local charitable purposes. (Staff Note: Revised for clarity.
Draft purpose statement aligns with Large-Scale purpose statement.)
(b) Temporary banner permit required. Permits shall be issued through the Community
Development Director within seven (7) calendar days upon receipt of a complete
application, provided that staff finds the application to be in compliance with all
applicable municipal regulations.Application for permit. The applicant shall submit a
master sign plan. The permit shall be valid for re-use for an unlimited period of time,
provided that there are no significant changes to the sign copy, size, location and extent
of the approved signs. (Staff Note: Aligns with Large scale application and allows for
master permitting.)
(c) Number of permits granted. Local nonprofit organizations conducting weekly or monthly
fund-raising events on property that they either own or lease for their principal
operations are allowed to display two (2) banners during the fund-raising event and two
(2) days prior to the event. No single entity may hold more than one (1) active
temporary banner permit at a time on the same site, except as provided for in Section
17.66.170.
(d) Standards for review. The Community Development Department shall review the
application for compliance with the standards below prior to permit issuance:
(1) Zoning Restrictions. Special event signs are allowed within all zoning districts.
(2) Design. Fluorescent colors and reflective surfaces are prohibited on signs. Reflective
colored materials that give the appearance of changing color are also prohibited. A
matte or flat finish is required for all surfaces. Signs shall be secured on all corners
against wind movement
(3) Illumination. Illumination is prohibited.
(4) Temporary off-premises signs.
a. Any individual business may publicly display special event posters in the window
of that business without a sign permit, provided that individual posters do not
exceed two (2) square feet in size. Special event posters, including off-site
posters, that do not exceed two (2) square feet in size are exempt from any
regulation and may be freely displayed without prior Town approval. The sign
shall be displayed no more than six (6) weeks prior to the special event and shall
be removed no later than three (3) days after the event.
Ordinance TBD-11 Exhibit A July 28, 2011 Î CD/CS Committee Page 9 of 13
b. Staff may approve one (1) additional off-premises sign or banner not to exceed
sixteen (16) square feet. No commercial advertising message is permitted in the
event message. The signs shall be displayed no more than one (1) week prior to
the special event and shall be removed no later than one (1) day after the event.
(5) Temporary on-premises signs.
a. Limit on cumulative sign area. A maximum of thirty-two (32) square feet of total
cumulative sign or banner area is allowed. (Staff comment: Same size as
currently allowed in this section.)
(d) Location. The banners must be located at least eight (8) feet inside the nearest property
line, and they must be secured on all corners against wind movement. Signs shall not
be located within the site visibility requirements in the Estes Valley Development Code
Appendix D Street Design and Construction Standards.
(e) Number, size and shape. A maximum of two (2) banners may be displayed during the
fund-raising event. The banners may not exceed sixteen (16) square feet in size
individually or thirty-two (32) square feet in size cumulatively.
(e) Code violation. Any temporary banner installed without a permit or displayed after
permit expiration is in violation of the Municipal Code and is subject to a municipal
citation plus court fees for each and every day the violation exists.If a person, property
owner or business owner erects any banner without receiving a permit as herein
provided, or if a permit holder fails to remove a banner within twenty-four (24) hours of
expiration of the permit, he or she shall be ineligible to receive a temporary banner per-
mit for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of violation. A valid copy of the
permit shall be kept on site at all times the banner is displayed. (Staff comment:
Remove and use less restrictive enforcement powers in Section 17.66.230
Enforcement. Increase consistency with Large-Scale fundraising regulations.)
(g) Temporary banner maintenance. All temporary banners shall be maintained in good
condition, including all parts and supports. The Chief Building Official may inspect and
have authority to order the painting, repair or removal of a banner that constitutes a
hazard to public health, safety or welfare by reason of inadequate maintenance,
dilapidation or obsolescence. (Staff comment: Remove and use standard maintenance
provisions in Sign Code. Increase consistency with Large-Scale fundraising
regulations.)
Ordinance TBD-11 Exhibit A July 28, 2011 Î CD/CS Committee Page 10 of 13
FLAGS AND WIND SIGNS
Issue:
The distinction between a permitted flag and a prohibited wind sign is vague, making code
compliance/enforcement of prohibited wind signs difficult.
In 2010 the flag definition removed all references to content. This inadvertently left the
definition too vague.
Old Flag Definition (prior November 2010)
Flag means the flag, pennant or ensign of any nation, organization of nations,
state, county, city, religious, civic, charitable or fraternal organization, or
educational institution.
Prohibited wind sign definition (17.66.042)
Wind sign means a sign consisting of one (1) or more pennants, ribbons,
spinners, streamers or captive balloons, or other objects or materials fastened in
such a manner as to move upon being subjected to pressure by wind or breeze,
but does not include flags.
Staff Recommendation:
Clarify the difference between a permitted flag and a non-permitted wind sign by stating
that permitted flags cannot contain commercial content.
Draft Code Language:
17.66.041 Permitted Sign Definitions
Flag means a piece of cloth or fabric, usually rectangular, of distinctive color and design, used
as a symbol, standard, signal, or emblem, that does not contain commercial content. Typical
flags include, but are not limited to national flags, flags of state, and fraternal flags.
Ordinance TBD-11 Exhibit A July 28, 2011 Î CD/CS Committee Page 11 of 13
KIOSKS
Issue:
The Kiosk definition below was unintentionally removed from the Sign Code in 2010.
Kiosk means a small structure, typically located within a pedestrian walkway or
similar circulation area, and intended for use as display space for posters,
notices, exhibits, etc.
The Town may be interested in using kiosks at locations such as the CVB, Transit Hub bus
shelter, or Bond Park.
Staff Recommendation:
Allow Kiosks as a permitted sign type in commercial zoning districts.
Draft Code Amendments:
17.66.041 Permitted sign definitions.
Kiosk means a small structure, typically located within a pedestrian walkway or similar
circulation area, and intended for use such as display space for posters and public information
notices that do not contain commercial content.
17.66.100 (c) Schedule of Requirements –
Residential Multi-Family Zoning Districts (RM, R-2, A-1) *
Maximum
Maximum Sign Area No. of Maximum
Permitted Per Maximum Area SignsHeight of
Type of Sign Permitted Business Per Sign Face Permitted Signs
All permitted in Section 17.66.041, except
(Staff Note : No changes proposed)
vending machine signs, kiosks
Single-Family Residential Zoning Districts (R-1, R, E-1, E, RE, RE-1)
Maximum
Maximum Sign Area No. of Maximum
Permitted Per Maximum Area SignsHeight of
Type of Sign Permitted Business Per Sign Face Permitted Signs
All permitted in Section 17.66.041,
except bulletin board signs, joint
(Staff Note : No changes proposed)
identification signs, vending machine
signs, kiosks
Ordinance TBD-11 Exhibit A July 28, 2011 Î CD/CS Committee Page 12 of 13
USE (ZONING) DISTRICTS
Issue and Staff Recommendation:
Remove outdated code language concerning use (zoning) districts, which was applicable
prior to Estes Valley Development Code adoption in 2000.
Prior to 2000, use districts were Ðset forth in this Title,Ñ i.e., Title 17 that includes the Sign
Code. They are not set for in the Estes Valley Development Code.
Draft Code Language:
17.66.100 District sign regulations
(a) Use districts (zoning districts). The use districts, as set forth in this Title and amendments
hereto in the Estes Valley Development Code, shall apply to this Chapter. The boundaries
of these the use districts shall be determined by reference to the zoning map of the Estes
Valley, to this title and amendments hereto and to sections on interpretation of such maps
as may be contained in this Title and amendments hereto.
CREATIVE SIGN DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
Issue and Staff Recommendation:
The Creative Sign Design Review Board bylaws allow for an alternate member.
Revise the sign code to ensure that the sign code and bylaws are consistent.
Draft Code Language:
17.66.210 Creative Sign Program
(5) Creative Sign Design Review Board
a. Two (2) local business owners, an architect or other design professional and two (2)
Town residents who may or may not have local business interests, and one alternate
member who shall serve when any member is not able to attend a meeting of the
Board. The alternate member may serve in place of any member on the Board.
Ordinance TBD-11 Exhibit A July 28, 2011 Î CD/CS Committee Page 13 of 13
ORDINANCE NO. TBD - 11
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF ESTES PARK
AMENDING SECTION 17.66 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE
REGARDING SIGNS
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park has determined it is
in the best interest of the Town to amend Chapter 17.66 as provided herein.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
THE TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO:
Section 1. Chapter 17.66 of the Municipal Code is hereby amended as more
fully set forth on Exhibit “A” attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
Section 2. This Ordinance shall take effect and be enforced thirty (30) days
after its adoption and publication.
INTRODUCED, READ, AND PASSED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE
TOWN OF ESTES PARK on this _______ day of ______________, 2011.
TOWN OF ESTES PARK
Mayor
ATTEST:
Town Clerk
I hereby certify that the above Ordinance was introduced and read at the meeting
of the Board of Trustees on the _______ day of ___________, 2011, and published in a
newspaper of general circulation in the Town of Estes Park, Colorado, on the _______
day of _____________________, 2011.
_____________________________
Town Clerk
Community Development
Memo
To: Community Development/Community Services Committee
Town Administrator Halburnt
From: Alison Chilcott, Interim Community Development Director
Date: July 28, 2011
RE: Building Division Report
Background:
This report provides information on Estes Park construction trends, Building Division
activities, and scope of services.
1. Building Permit Summary
The Building Permit Summary is attached for review.
240 building permits were issued through June 30, 2011, almost than twice as
many as this time last year.
Valuation and fee collection remains comparable to last year.
We are likely to see a significant increase in valuation and fee collection reflected
in next monthÓs report. A number of single-family, duplex, and triplex permits
have recently been, and are soon to be, issued.
2. 2011 Building Permit Detailed Report
The 2011 Building Permit Detailed Report is attached for review.
The bulk of permits are for residential additions/alterations and miscellaneous
residential permits.
Eight new single-family home permits have been issued, year to date, including
one in June.
Very few commercial permits have been issued and no permits have been issued
for new accommodations units.
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3. 2011 Building and Code Enforcement Inspections
The Building Division is averaging thirteen inspections per day.
2011Building&CodeEnforcementInspections
Jan.1throughJune30
1665InspectionsAverage=13perday
900
800
865
700
600
500
400
300
320
200 221
100
80
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ResidentialCodeMechanicalCodeFuelGasCodeDevelopmentCodeCORevised
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INSPECTIONTYPE
4. Contractor Licensing
80 contractor licenses have been issued year to date (through July 21, 2011). No
new licenses have been issued since staffÓs June report.
5. Floodplain Administration
The Building Division provides floodplain administration services, such issue
floodplain permits, floodplain determinations, and field general questions and
concerns about floodplains and high-water. Floodplain determinations are provided
as an additional service to citizens, no fees are collected.
Floodplain determination requests pick up during periods of high run-off, e.g.,
starting in May. The Chief Building Official provides a written determination about
whether a property lies within a floodway or floodplain, after visiting the site and
reviewing official FEMA flood hazard maps. Some determinations can be made fairly
quickly while others can take a number of hours.
6. Sign Permits
56 sign permits have been issued year to date.
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TownofEstesPark
SignPermitsIssued
125
121
100
86
83
75
6163
56
50
25
0
200620072008200920102011
(YTD)
Year
7. Code Compliance/Enforcement
Staff continues to see an increase in code complaints and violations with the
summer season, continues to work on addressing a backlog of open cases, and to
develop written policies and procedures.
8. 2009 I-Codes
Staff continues to transition to the 2009-I Codes.
9. Building Division Web Pages
Staff is continuing to improve the Community Development web pages.
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were
2011
they
FEES
$12,006
COLLECTED
month
same
the
2011
in
$861,828
VALUATION
up
picked
42$818,537$10,819 22 37$1,119,002$12,73640$651,230$6,79955$1,128,365$18,03344$780,550$14,059
70%-1%9%
2011
and
ISSUED
PERMITS
for
paid
taxes.
always
May
July
April
2010
June
and
March
August
MONTH
January
October
February
not
December
November
September
% Change from
fees,
are
2011 Fees Waived YTD = $19405
tap
Permits
water
2010
FEES
$6,227$4,917$9,295
fees,
$10,118$14,139$12,575$16,726$10,455$12,876$13,250
issued.
$157,005
COLLECTED
review
month
the
plan
to
to
2010
$861,772$187,381$406,573$907,794$843,216$451,653$986,164$832,093$663,836$933,304
VALUATION
$11,233,978
directly
limited
TOWN OF ESTES PARK BUILDING PERMIT SUMMARY
20102011
not
is
relate
1315$2,223,256$20,416172327463351$1,936,936$26,01380523230
2010
ISSUED
but
PERMITS
always
not
includes,
do
2011
This
MayJuly
April
June
fees
March
August
MONTH
JanuaryOctober
February
July,
December
November
September
2010 TOTAL419
YEAR TO DATE141$5,429,992$68,391YEAR TO DATE240$5,359,512$74,451
Noteissued.
4%-17%-48%5%
21%6%-37%17%
-26%14%-57%-26%
MAJOR PROJECTS
FIVE-YEAR TREND
466562593372434
20062007200820092010
$330,779$345,545$287,648$149,877$157,005$166,309$11,916$42,972$26,909$8,599
$42,203,661$31,086,880$35,473,383$15,255,616$11,233,978
Estes Park Medical CenterOur Lady of the Mountains Catholic ChurchEstes Park Medical Center
Marys Lake Road Bridge (county project)Stanley Park GrandstandsSafeway RemodelSafeway Fueling Facility & Hail Damage RoofingNo major projects to date
2006$12,648,7882008$6,030,8552008$7,527,9062009$3,026,7162009$2,829,3972010$2,223,2562010$1,936,9362011
Valuation
Fees Waived
previous year
previous yearprevious year
Fees Collected
Number Issued% change from
% change from % change from
2011
June,
800000000000001
474710
175
4,099$0.00
30,64323,485
$15,000.00
$564,925.00$117,620.00
$4,676,968.00
3%
20%
8,
Permits,
Family
47,
Date
Additions,
Alterations,
Commercial
Misc.
to
Single
Dwellings,
Permits
Building
of
10,
73%
Permits,
4%
175,
Additions,
NtAdd/Alt/CdditidliitNote: Add/Alt/Conv = additions, remodels, misc permits
Residential
Alterations,
Number
Misc.
Demolition,
00000240
Remodel/Add square footage = remodel of existing structure or addition to an existing structure
NOTE: New square footage = new construction (example: new home, new detached garage, etc)
Antenna(s):Wid/Sidi
Solar:Window/Siding:
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$15,000.00
2011 BUILDING PERMITS - DETAILED REPORT
Commercial (437) permits also include the following Misc permits: Minor Repair/Remodel: Boiler/Furnace:OHd/Fil1Oven Hood/Fireplace: 1Roof:Water Heater: 1A/C/Evap Cooler: Water/Svc Line/Plumb/Backflow
: Gas Pipe/Line: Construction Trailer: Grease/Sand Interceptor: Total Commercial Misc Permits: 30 YTD
$ $990,331.00$568,576.00$1,073,974.00$658,688.00
122302
31132631443800000018310796114000000
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecemberTOTALS
$30,000.00$3,000.00$6,600.00$8,020.00$0.00$70,000.00
$648,633.00736,766.00$139,904.00$122,062.00$122,071.00$74,634.00$54,392.00$51,862.00
WidTbi
VALUATIONVALUATIONVALUATION$818,537.00$861,828.00$1,119,002.00$651,230.00$1,128,366.00$780,550.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$5,359,513.00
TOTAL PERMITS4222374055440
TOTAL RESIDENTIAL
TOTAL COMMERCIAL
RESIDENTIAL PERMITS(101) New Single Family Detached211121(103) New Duplex(104) New 3-4 Family(438) Add/Alt/Conv Garages/Carports(434) Add/Alt/Conv291225304237Footing & FoundationNew
Square Footage4,4554,8497,5264,4965,3643,953Remodel/Add Square Footage7,5833,4373,6932,6574,4511,664COMMERCIAL PERMITS(213) New Hotels, Motels, Cabins(318) New Rec. Bldg.(319) New Religious
Bldg.(322) New Service & Repair(324) New Offices, Banks, Prof(327) New Retail(437) Add/Alt/Conv10796114Footing & FoundationNew Square FootageRemodel/Add Square Footage3173,78200DEMOLITIONVALUATIONOT
HER PERMITS NOT INCLUDED IN VALUATIONFLOODPLAIN DEV. PERMITS**Note: 50.00 charge for FPDPsVALUATIONGRADING PERMITSVALUATIONResidential (434) permits also include the following Misc permits:Minor
Repair/Remodel: 3Boiler/Furnace/Heater: 2Solar: St/FilStove/Fireplace: Wind Turbine: Roof: 14Water Heater: 2A/C/Cooler: 3Water/Svc Line/Plumb: Gas Line/Propane: 1Sewer Line: Window/Siding:Total
Residential Misc Permits: 117 YTD
Community Development
Memo
To: Community Development/Community Services Committee
From: Alison Chilcott, Interim Community Development Director
Date: July 28, 2011
RE: Planning Division Report
Below is a brief overview of Planning Division activities and scope of services.
I.LAND USE/DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
Planning Division processes all land use applications throughout the 32 square mile
Estes Valley. Land use applications include variance requests, rezoning requests,
condominiums, development plans, subdivisions, and amended plats. These
applications constitute the majority of work seen by the public. However, these are a
small portion of the services provided by the Planning Division.
Staff is not reviewing any new, large-scale development or subdivision applications
at this time. We are currently processing a minor subdivision application,
condominium conversion, and an amended plat.
II.CODE AMENDEMENTS
Staff drafted and Planning Commission has recommended approval of Religious
Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA) and private school code
rd
amendments. These amendments will be reviewed by Town Board on August 23.
In 2009, Town Board remanded accessory dwelling unit code amendments to
Planning Commission for further work. Staff and Planning Commission are
beginning this work.
Staff is also drafting sign code amendments, which are before the Committee today.
III.OTHER SERVICES
Other services include:
1. Code compliance (assisting the Division of Building Safety);
2. Answering zoning inquiries from the public, appraisers, and real estate agents.
Typical questions are about legal descriptions, property line locations, zoning,
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setbacks, development potential and what can be built on specific lots, building
additions, etc;
3. Building permit review for zoning compliance for all building permits throughout
the Estes Valley;
4. Business license review for zoning compliance for all business licenses, home
occupations, and vacation home permits;
5. Legal lot determinations;
6. Census map updates; and
7. GIS zoning maps updates.
In the future, staff will provide quarterly Planning Division reports to the Committee that
begin to address the full scope of services the Division provides.
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Administration
Memo
To: Community Development and Community Services Committee
Town Administrator Halburnt
From: Kate Rusch, Public Information Officer
Date: July 28, 2011
RE: Public Information Quarterly Report
Citizen Survey
The Town’s 2011 Citizen Survey was mailed beginning June 24 to a random sample of
1,200 Estes Park households. Following a pre-survey postcard, the survey instrument was
mailed to the sampled households on July 1 and again July 8. As of July 20, the National
Research Center had received nearly 400 completed surveys. Surveys will be collected
through July 29. The second week of August, the survey will be posted to the Town’s
website and promoted to the general population for voluntary participation through the
month of August. Staff has not widely promoted the web survey yet so as not to discourage
the sampled mail survey participants from taking the print instrument in favor of the web
version. The non-scientific web survey results will be reported separately from the scientific
sample results. Results of both samples will be available by October.
Spring Runoff
Staff preparations began in March for what was predicted to be a heavy snowmelt runoff
season. To date, the runoff has progressed without causing any significant problems.
Staff has coordinated with multiple agencies including Larimer County, Bureau of
Reclamation, State of Colorado Division of Water Resources and National Weather Service.
Community outreach related to the heavy snowpack and spring runoff began in April and has
included a multi-agency public outreach meeting, rebroadcast of the meeting, preparedness
handouts, news releases, website updates, email updates, media interviews and outreach at
public meetings.
From early June through mid-July, Town Administrator Halburnt, Deputy Town Administrator
Richardson, Emergency Manager Rose, Public Works Director Zurn, PIO Rusch and
Executive Assistant Button held daily briefings to review emergency response procedures,
river observations, forecasts, areas of concern, public inquiries and information, and
necessary actions.
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Public Works staff, with the assistance of community volunteers, prepared for public property
needs by filling approximately 2,500 sandbags. Approximately 12 volunteers from local
Rotary clubs and the Community Emergency Response Team assisted staff to fill 450
sandbags on May 20.
After increasing river flows, on June 6 the Town announced that it would open its sand facility
for residents to fill their own bags. Staff assisted 20 people in filling bags. By June 17, higher
sustained flows were observed and the Town opened its facilities for citizens to take up to
100 pre-filled bags. As of July 20, Public Works staff has provided six people with a total of
500 filled bags. Public Works staff facilitates this service during business hours, while Police
Department staff handles after-hours requests.
The Bureau of Reclamation has indicated that the river gauge above Lake Estes has needed
periodic debris removal after protective boards near the gauge were removed for safety
purposes. Subsequently, the gauge has sometimes reported higher than actual flows. After
runoff, the State of Colorado will determine actual peak flow data, which will later be
published. In order to continue planning for future runoff seasons, Town staff will conduct a
review with other agencies including the Bureau of Reclamation, the State Division of Water
Resources and the National Weather Service River Forecast Center.
As of July 20, staff continues to monitor rivers, responding and providing services as needed.
Emergency Management
The PIO and Emergency Manager Rose continue to facilitate emergency response
discussions and trainings with Town staff.
The PIO, along with Town Emergency Management staff, participated in a large-scale flood
response exercise organized by the Bureau of Reclamation on July 26. As part of the
exercise, the PIO assisted in organizing the Joint Information Center, a multi-agency team of
PIOs. The exercise simulated a catastrophic flood event affecting the Estes Park area above
and below Olympus Dam.
Special Projects
Creation of web-based archive of projects identified in the Capital Asset Management Plan,
to include photos and background information; the Moraine Avenue Streetscape project will
serve as a prototype.
Dedication ceremony for the “Robert L. Dekker Light & Power Service Center” on September
12 at 3 p.m.
Public outreach assistance for the Transportation Visioning Committee
Web Team and Website
Staff continues to work with the Statewide Internet Portal Authority and its website contractor,
Colorado Interactive, on the Town’s new website. A prototype for the website home page is in
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development. The web team participated in a day-long training July 21 and will begin migrating
content from the old website by late July. Content migration will take place over the next three to
four months, and the website is expected to go live in late 2011. In the meantime, staff will also
maintain the current website.
2011 Visitation for www.estes.org
Website visitation is reported below for the second quarter of 2011. Second quarter visitation
was slightly lower than the same period in 2010, due to a decrease in April visitation. Top web
pages included “Human Resources/Jobs,” “Estes Park Museum,” “Requests for Proposals,”
“Events (Wool Market and Rooftop Rodeo),” the “News Desk” and “Meetings, Agendas, Minutes
and Videos.”
Second Quarter 2009 2010 2011
April 31,555 61,641 59,668
May 44,512 80,422 80,466
June 60,429 100,410 100,423
Total 136,496 242,473 240,557
Public Information Team and Newsletters
The next Bugle newsletter is scheduled for mailing in September. The Citizen Survey will provide
data on newsletter readership.
Training and Conferences
The PIO will attend the annual training conference of the National Information Officers
Association in late August.
The PIO attends meetings and trainings of the Northern Colorado Public Communicators.
News Releases
The following news releases were issued since the last committee report:
DateDept / DivisionSubject
July 15, 2011 Public Works Town Board to hear report, public comment on Prospect Ave./ Bypass repairs
July 13, 2011 Building Safety Town Board considers automatic sprinkler system requirements in buildings
July 12, 2011 Police Golf cart adds versatility to police patrol
July 5, 2011 Admin. Services Town Board to consider resolution opposing vehicle emissions testing
June 29, 2011 Admin. Services Elkhorn Project application approved
June 28, 2011 Public Works Dispose of noxious weeds and beetle-infested trees free of charge
June 28, 2011 Public Works New Tree Talks series begins July 11
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June 28, 2011 Community Services Volunteers needed for Estes Park transportation survey
June 24, 2011 Administration 2011 Community Profile is a quick reference for local information
June 22, 2011 Administration Next Mayor's Coffee-Chat is July 6
June 22, 2011 Administration Town offices closed July 4 for Independence Day
June 21, 2011 Administration Town seeks feedback through citizen survey
June 20, 2011 Administration Estes Park Free Shuttles hit the road this Saturday
June 15, 2011 Administration Historic Preservation Ordinance repealed
June 15, 2011 Administration Town Board holds special meeting June 20 to discuss proposed Elkhorn Project
June 14, 2011 Police Tips to deter and respond to shoplifting
June 7, 2011 Public Works Fairgrounds Park-n-Ride ribbon-cutting takes place June 17
June 6, 2011 Administration Town opens sand facility for residents to fill own bags
June 3, 2011 Events Fairgrounds reopens to all animals with a clean bill of health
June 1, 2011 Public Works Concrete repairs continue at various locations
June 1, 2011 Admin. Services Referendum petition calls for repeal of Historic Preservation Ordinance
May 31, 2011 Public Works MacGregor Ave. closure during Bond Park finish work
May 31, 2011 Police Community Service Officers back for the season
May 24, 2011 Finance Town recognized for excellent financial accounting and reporting
May 24, 2011 Public Works Manford Ave. scheduled for paving; Fairgrounds Park-n-Ride nears completion
May 24, 2011 Public Works Bond Park complete this week; first event takes place this weekend
May 24, 2011 Administration Annika Van der Werf receives Pride Award scholarship
May 24, 2011 Administration Free shuttles will run June 25 through September 11
May 23, 2011 Administration Next Mayor's Coffee-Chat is June 1
May 23, 2011 Administration Town offices closed Memorial Day
May 18, 2011 Events Precautionary closure of Fairgrounds to animals to guard against EHV-1
May 17, 2011 Administration Town urges runoff preparation -- sandbags provided in emergencies
May 17, 2011 Police Free parking locations across Town
May 16, 2011 Administration Town Board to consider ratification of proposed Fire Code May 24
May 16, 2011 Utilities High-quality H2O: Town distributes 2010 Water Quality Report
May 13, 2011 Public Works Bond Park update: Park Lane paving delayed by weather
May 10, 2011 Police Visit the May 21 Safety Fair for family fun and an education
May 10, 2011 Administration Town announces Estes Park Pride Award recipients
May 9, 2011 Public Works Bond Park update: Park Lane to be paved this week
May 9, 2011 Utilities Light and Power to begin GPS data collection along Allenspark circuit next week
May 6, 2011 Public Works The topic is “Strictly Beetles” at the May 25 Estes Park Tree Symposium
Runoff Preparedness: 1. Video of May 2 meeting 2. Preparing for spring runoff
handout (Tips and information sources) 3. Sandbag information updated
May 4, 2011 Administration
6.13.11 4. Bureau of Reclamation presentation
May 3, 2011 Public Works Bond Park update: project on schedule for late May completion
May 3, 2011 Utilities Residential Energy Assistance Plus program helps residents save energy
Apr 28, 2011 Police Police Department seeks front window volunteers
Apr 28, 2011 Public Works Concrete repairs begin this week around Town
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Apr 26, 2011 Public Works Bond Park update: Elkhorn Ave. work to be completed this week
Apr 26, 2011 Administration Next Mayor's Coffee-Chat is May 4
Apr 26, 2011 Public Works Prospect Avenue and Moccasin Bypass under repair April 30-May 31
Apr 26, 2011 Public Works New Estes Valley Environmental Stewardship Award honors Howard Burkhart
Apr 25, 2011 Public Works Town and Tree Board sponsor Arbor Day events for students and public May 6
Apr 25, 2011 Finance Food tax refunds offered to qualified individuals during May
Apr 25, 2011 Administration Town honors 500 volunteers
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