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Home My WebLink AboutPACKET Town Board 2002-03-26Prepared 3/21/02 The Mission of the Town of Estes Park is to plan and provide reliable, high- value services for our citizens, visitors, and employees. We take great pride ensuring and enhancing the quality of life in our community by being good stewards of public resources and our natural setting. BOARD OF TRUSTEES - TOWN OF ESTES PARK Tuesday, March 26,2002 7:00 p.m. AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT TOWN BOARD COMMENTS 1. CONSENT AGENDA (Approval of): 1. Town Board Minutes dated March 12, 2002. 2. Bills. 3. Committee Minutes: A. Light and Power, March 14, 2002: 1. Fall River Hydro Plant Site Work, $7,120.75. 2. Schedule Public Hearing date of 4/23/02 to consider adoption of the 2002 National Electric Code. 3. A.P.P.A. Safety Manual - Adoption. 4. Windcliff Underground Upgrade Project, $20,895. B. Public Works, March 21, 2002: 1. Budgeted Vehicle Purchase 1-Ton Utility Truck,$29,097. 2. Change Order, 2001 Devil's Gulch Project, $11,097.95. 3. Engineering Design Scope of Services for 2002 Water Dept. System Capital Improvement Projects, $62,980. 4. Cost Quotation - Municipal Building Air-Conditioning Project, Phase 1, $168,034. 5. Award Bid - Causeway Underpass & Fish Creek Intersection Project, $996,281.98 (CDOT). 4. Cancel public hearing scheduled 3/26/02 for Fiesta Mexicana Restaurants, Inc., Hotel & Restaurant Liquor License - Application withdrawn. 1 Continued on reverse side 5. Wildfire Ridge Annexation Development Agreement - Request 60- day time extension from 4/09/02 to 6/11/02. 2. ACTION ITEMS: 1. ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK - ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR RELOCATION OF THE TWIN OWLS & GEM LAKE TRAILHEADS. Randy Jones, Deputy Director, National Park Service and Tony Schetzsle, Acting SuperintendenURMNP. 2. ESTES PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY. Acknowledgment of Member Louise Olson and Appointment of Jack Dinsmoor as Commissioner, 5-yr. term expiring 4/10/07. 3. RESOLUTION #7-02 - SUPPLEMENTING THE 2002 BUDGET. Finance Officer Brandjord. A. Read Resolution. B. Approve/Deny. 4. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT. NOTE: The Town Board reserves the right to consider other appropriate items not available at the time the agenda was prepared. 2 Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, March 12, 2002 Minutes of a Regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado. Meeting held in the Municipal Building in said Town of Estes Park on the 12th day of March, 2002. Meeting called to order by Mayor John Baudek. Present: John Baudek, Mayor Susan L. Doylen, Mayor ProTem Trustees Jeff Barker Stephen W. Gillette David Habecker Lori Jeffrey-Clark G. Wayne Newsom Also Present: Randy Repola, Assistant Town Administrator Vickie O'Connor, Town Clerk Gregory A. White, Town Attorney Absent: None Mayor Baudek called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. - PUBLIC COMMENT None. TOWN BOARD COMMENTS Trustee Jeffrey-Clark gave a brief synopsis of the NLC Congress of Cities Conference she attended in Washington, DC. Of particular note were Protecting the Homeland (local community/first-line responders), Sustaining Federal Support for Critical Local Programs, Protecting Local Revenues and Taxing Authority, Ensuring Racial Justice and Equality, Investing in our Children, and Balancing of International Trade Agreements with Local Authorities. 1. CONSENT AGENDA (Approval of): 1. Town Board Minutes dated February 26,2002. 2. Bills. 3. Committee Minutes: A. Public Safety, March 7,2002: Police Dept.: 1. M.O.U. w/Larimer County Mental Health for Mental Health Services. 4. Estes Park Housing Authority, February 9,2002 (acknowledgment only). 5. Estes Valley Board of Adjustment, March 5,2002 (acknowledgement only). 6. Estes Valley Planning Commission, February 19, 2002 (acknowledgement only). Board of Trustees - March 12, 2002 - Page 2 7. Requirement List for New or Transfer of Ownership Liquor License Applications - TIPS Training. Amend training deadline. It was moved and seconded (Doylen/Gillette) the con*ent agenda be approved, and it passed unanimously. lA. PLANNING COMMISSION CONSENT AGENDA (Approval of) Mayor Baudek stated that if the Town Board, Applicant(s), Staff or the Public wish to speak on either item listed below, a formal Public Hearing would be conducted as follows: A. Mayor - Open Public Hearing B. Staff Report C. Public Testimony D. Mayor - Close Public Hearing E. Motion to Approve/Deny 1. AMENDED PLAT. Amended Plat of Lot 1, Mary's Lake Subdivision, Rocky Mountain Evangelical Free Church/Applicant. Vacate and replace existing utility easement. 2. FINAL PLAT. Solitude Subdivision, Lot 1, Carlson Addition, Fish Creek Properties, LLC/Applicant. As there were no persons desiring to speak on Items 1 and 2, it was moved and seconded (Habecker/Newsom) the Amended Plat of Lot 1, Mary's Lake Subdivision, and the Final Plat of Solitude Subdivision of Lot 1, Carlson Addition be approved, and it passed unanimously. 2. ACTION ITEMS: 1. PUBLIC HEARING: PRELIMINARY CONDOMINIUM MAP, VICTORIAN ANTLERS, 541 LONE PINE DRIVE, BRADLEY & EUNICE WITT/APPLICANTS. Mayor Baudek opened the public hearing and Community Development Director Joseph noted that this request is to condominiumize an existing commercial retail and residential building, and delineate interior boundaries of 4 retail units, two existing apartments and one office unit. The Planning Commission has recommended conditional (5 Items) approval. Condition #4 contains a minor change relevant to expansion of the space for retail space units in the northwest ' corner of the ground level unit. Trustee comments addressed landscaping (Condition #5) and related enforcement authority and issues. There being no further testimony, Mayor Baudek closed the Public Hearing, and it was moved and seconded (Newsom/Habecker) the Preliminary Condominium Map for Victorian Antlers be approved subject to Conditions 1 through 5 as listed on the Staff Report dated March 6th, and it passed unanimously. 2. PUBLIC HEARING: PRELIMINARY & FINAL CONDOMINIUM MAP. UNIT 1, MARY'S LAKE LODGE CONDOMINIUMS, MARY'S LAKE LODGE LLC/APPLICANT. Mayor Baudek opened the public hearing and Director Joseph reported that this request is to condominiumize 16 accommodation units in the Mary's Lake Lodge Building. A "use restriction" is included that prevents the Developer the use of these proposed units to 12 weeks/year. This request does not propose any new/additional units. Trustee comments addressed - minimum unit size, and the deed restriction relative to the 12-week restriction that will be enforced internally. Public testimony was heard from Frank Tice, PresidenUMary's Lake Lodge, LLC. There being no further testimony, Mayor Baudek closed the public hearing, and it was moved and seconded (Gillette/Habecker) the Preliminhry and Final Condominium Map for Mary's Lake Lodge Condominiums be approved subject to Conditions 1 through 4 as contained in the Staff Report dated March 7th , and it passed unanimously. Boakd of Trustees - March 12, 2002 - Page 3 Attorney White commented on trends/problems discussed at. a recent Land Use Conference where gondominiumization of this nature is becoming very popular. 3. RESOLUTION #6-02 - MUNICIPAL ELECTION. Town Attorney White explained that, pursuant to the Municipal Code, the Town Clerk may cancel an election if the only matter before the voters is the election of persons to office, and if, at the close of business on the 19th day before the election (March 13, - 2002) there are not more candidates than offices to be filled, including candidates filing affidavits of intent. If instructed by the Board of Trustees,- the Town Clerk may cancel the election arid the Board of Trustees declares the candidates elected. Town Attorney White read the Resolution, and Trustees Doylen, Habecker and Jeffrey Clark Abstained. It was moved and seconded (Gillette/Newsom) Resolution #6-02 be approved, and it passed by the following votes: Those voting 'Yes" Trustees Barker, Gillette and Newsom. Those voting "No" none. Those "Abstaining" Trustees Doylen, Habecker and Jeffrey-Clark. The motion passed. Trustees-elect Doylen, Habecker and Jeffrey-Clark will officially take office April 9,2002. 4. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT. None. Following completion of all agenda items, Mayor Baudek adjourned the meeting at 7:41 p.m. John Baudek, Mayor Vickie O'Connor, Town Clerk RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, March 14, 2002 Minutes of a Regular meeting of the LIGHT AND POWER COMMITTEE of the Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado. Meeting held in the Municipal Building in said Town of Estes Park on the 14th day of March 2002. Committee: Chairman Jeffrey-Clark, Trustees Habecker and Newsom Attending: All Also Attending: Assistant Town Administrator Repola, Light & Power Director Matzke, Assistant to the Director Mangelsen, and Deputy Clerk van Deutekom Absent: None Chairman Jeffrey-Clark called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m. FALL RIVER HYDRO PLANT BRIDGE - REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADDITIONAL SITE WORK. In February, the Town Board approved the purchase of the Fall River Hydro Plant Bridge from Continental Bridge at a cost of $22,231. TA Enterprises submitted a proposal to construct the sidewalk, bridge abutments and landscaping for a cost of $7,120.75. The Town Board agreed in February to amend the 2002 budget to include $35,000 for the bridge purchase and additional landscaping costs. The total cost for the bridge purchase and this contract will be $29,351.75. The Committee recommends approval for additional site work to include construction of the sidewalk approaches, bridge abutments, and final landscaping by TA Enterprises at a cost of $7,120.75 as presented. RIVERSIDE PLAZA - EPURA REQUEST APPROVAL OF SCULPTURE LIGHTING. The Dept. received a request from the Estes Park Urban Renewal Authority (EPURA) to provide lighting for the cougar and eagle sculptures in Riverside Plaza. The total cost to light the cougar and eagle sculptures is anticipated at $4,000, if each sculpture could be effectively lit using 2 fixtures. As adequate funding is available in the 2002 street lighting capital budget to accommodate this request, the Committee recommends approval. 2002 NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE - SCHEDULE FOR A0OPTION. The Town traditionally adopts the current edition of the National Electric Code (NEC) issued by the National Fire Protection Association as a primary code for Electrical Regulations for Buildings and Construction. This code was adopted as a National Standard effective August 2, 2001 and the State of Colorado intends to implement the 2002 NEC by July 2002. The State provides electrical inspection services within the Town limits and unincorporated Larimer County. Staff recommends the following adoption process: 1. Set the public hearing date to consider the ordinance at the regular Town Board meeting on March 26th. 2. Consider the ordinance to adopt the 2002 NEC at a public hearing on April 23rd 3. If approved on April 23rd, the ordinance will take effect on May 26th (30 days after publication). RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Light & Power Committee - March 14, 2002- Page 2 Chapter 14.20 of the Town's Municipal Code currently requires that commercial wiring be installed in metallic conduit except for freestanding structures served by one electric meter in the Corhmercial Outlying (CO) zone. Staff requested revising said Code to extend the exception to freestanding structures served by one electric meter in all zoning districts except Downtowni Commercial (CD). There is no anticipated budget impact for the 2002 NEC adoption, nor will the inspection fee schedule be impacted. The Committee recommends approval of the 2002 National Electric Code adoption process and amendment to the Municipal Code as outlined above. APPA SAFETY MANUAL (12 TH EDITION) SAFE WORK PRACTICE GUIDELINES - ADOPTION. The Dept. has informally used the APPA Safety Manual as a reference for safe work practice for many years. Each employee has a copy and the manual is reviewed at regular department safety meetings. The manual accurately reflects departmental practice in most cases, with 2 exceptions: 1. Care and use of rubber gloves (9.96). The manual calls for employees to don high voltage gloves prior to climbing a pole or lifting the bucket from the cradle. This practice causes unnecessary wear and tear to personal protective equipment without providing additional protection for the employee. Revise to: Employees should don high voltage gloves prior to approaching an ungrounded primary conductor within six feet. Also we want to clarify wording that requires use of high voltage gloves when using approved switch sticks or live line tools during inclement weather. 2. Pole Haulina and Temporary Storaae (D. 110). The manual states that poles loaded on a truck or trailer shall be securely fastened every ten feet. Revise to: Poles should be secured at the front and back of the trailer as called for in the manufacturer's specifications. There is no anticipated budget impact with the adoption of the APPA Safety Manual The Committee recommends that (1) the APPA Safety Manual (12th Edition) be formally adopted as a safe work practice guideline for Light and Power Dept. employees, and (2) the Manual be modified as outlined above. Future modifications shall be presented to the Committee for approval. WINDCLIFF UNDERGROUND UPGRADE PROJECT - REQUEST APPROVAL. The Dept. hired Aztec Cable and Communication in December 2001 to install 320' of 3" conduit using directional boring equipment at a cost of $5,600. This project was anticipated to involve 200' of normal soil conditions and 120' of rock; however, solid rock was encountered exclusively and a portion of the line had to be rerouted causing the cost of the project to be elevated significantly. The Dept. received an invoice from Aztec Cable for 451' of directional boring in solid rock at a total cost of $20,895. This project was not funded in the 2002 budget; however, $5,600 was carried over from the 2001 purchase order and there is sufficient funding in the 2002 capital budget to accommodate the additional $15,295. The Committee recommends that the invoice from Aztec Cable and Communication for 451' of directional boring at a total cost of $20,895 be approved. Discussion was held regarding possible amendments to policies that would allow department heads more flexibility when encountering unanticipated complications during projects. Staff was directed to review current policies and present recommendations to the Committee for approval. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Light & Power Committee - March 14, 2002- Page 3 REPORTS. Platte River Power Authority. Director Matzke briefed the Committee on the Annual Meeting. Items discussed included the annual audit, Rawhide peaking combustion turbines, bond ratings, coal and rail contracts, security at PRPA, and Mayor Baudek's re-election as Secretary to the Board. The Committee reviewed the February financial reports and graphs. Bond Park Lighting Demonstration. Light & Power Secretary Button briefed the Committee on the Bond Park lighting project. A total of 9 lights have been installed around Bond Park and in front of the Municipal Building. Ballots are available in the Municipal Building lobby for the public to provide input regarding their favorite streetlight, pole style, and light color (yellow or white). Sample ballots also are available on the Town's Website and internal Intranet. Project Updates: (1) Interpretive panels and displays have been installed at the Fall River Hydro Plant and changes to the concrete pad for the Kiosk were discussed; (2) Todd Steichen was named the new crew chief; (3) materials are being delivered for the Big Thompson Rebuild and Hwy. 7 Project. Chairman Jeffrey sought information regarding the Town's utility mapping system. Director Matzke explained that the Town currently uses GIS/GPS technology to provide detailed mapping from a comprehensive database. Staff was directed to provide sample maps at the April meeting. There being no further business, Chairman Jeffrey-Clark adjourned the meeting at 9:05 a.m. Rebecca van Deutekom, CMC, Deputy Town Clerk RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, March 21, 2002 Minutes of a Regular meeting of the PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE of the Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado. Meeting held in the Municipal Building in said Town of Estes Park on the 21 st day of March 2002. Committee: Chairman Barker, Trustees Doylen and Gillette Attending: All Also Attending: Town Administrator Widmer, Public Works Director Linnane, Fleet Manager Mahany, Deputy Clerk van Deutekom Absent: None Chairman Barker called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m. WATER DEPT. ONE TON UTILITY TRUCK PURCHASE - APPROVAL. Fleet Manager Mahany reported that the Water Dept. is requesting the replacement of truck 903.10A with a one-ton truck with utility body, Tommy-Gate lift and rear-mounted crane for lifting chemicals for the water plant. Truck 903.10A is 8 years old, has 90,000 miles, and is within the Town's replacement policy. The budget includes $38,000 to replace this vehicle. The following bids were received: Estes Park Auto Mall: $ 36,597.00 2002 Ford F350 4x4 w/utility body -$ 7,500.00 Trade-in 903.10A $ 29,097.00 Bid price Burts Arapahoe Ford: $ 37,183.00 2002 Ford F350 4x4 w/utility body - $ 2,000.00 Trade-in 903.10A $ 35,183.00 Bid price - DOES NOT MEET SPECS (Suspension, payload) Phil Long Ford: $ 35,990.80 2002 Ford F350 4X4 w/utility body -$ 4,500.00 Trade-in 903.10A $ 31,490.80 Bid price - DOES NOT MEET SPECS (Suspension, transfer case, mirrors) The Special Events Dept. is requesting approval to purchase truck 903.10A from the Water Dept. for the trade-in price of $7,500 to replace their 1985 Ford 34 Ton vehicle. Special Events truck G-105 would be disposed of in the fall at the Larimer County Auction. The Committee recommends approval to (1) purchase a Ford F-350 one-ton 4x4 truck w/utility body from the Estes Park Auto Mall at a cost of $36,597.00, and (2) allow the Special Events Dept. to purchase Truck 903.10A from the Water Dept. as outlined above. The actual cost to the Water Dept. is $29,097 ($36,597 less $7,500 to be transferred from the Special Events Dept.). RIVERSIDE DR./SUNDANCE CENTER CONDO PROJECT - PARKING REQUEST. The applicant failed to appear, as was the case in February and March. Thursday, Chairman Barker stated that for this item to be placed on a future agenda, the applicant must submit a letter of request including all information by 5:00 p.m. the Friday prior to the Committee meeting. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Public Works Committee - March 21, 2002- Page 2 2001 WATER DEPT. DEVILS GULCH PROJECT CHANGE ORDER REQUEST - APPROVAL. The 2001 Water Looping/Devils Gulch Project was completed in February. Dirt Doctor neglected to submit a change order request, in a timely manner, for additional expenses incurred from the discovery of unexpected rock and utilities during the project. The change order request totals $11,097.95. Following all discussion, the Committee recommends approval of the change order in the amount of $11,097.95 submitted by Dirt Doctor, to be funded from the 2002 Water System Capital Infrastructure line item. 2002 WATER DEPT. SYSTEM CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS ENGINEERING DESIGN SCOPE OF SERVICES - APPROVAL. Cornerstone Engineering & Surveying submitted the Engineering Design Scope of Services totaling $62,980 for the following projects budgeted in 2002: 1. Fall River High Zone Tank (Priority #2 List) (Construction on the Fall River Tank Project is anticipated to begin in 2003. This scope is for preliminary design and easement procurement). 2. Evergreen Interconnect (Priority #2 List) 3. East Wonderview Interconnect (this project will complete the Priority #1 List). 4. Country Club Interconnect (Priority #2 List) The budgeted amount was $134,000. Discussion was held regarding placement location of the Fall River Tank, existing pump and lift stations, and future needs. Concluding all discussion, the Committee recommends approval of the Engineering Design Scope of Services in the amount of $62,980 submitted by Cornerstone Engineering & Surveying. COST QUOTATION FOR MUNICIPAL BUILDING A/C PROJECT - APPROVAL. Staff informed the Committee in February that the cost estimate for the Municipal Building A/C project exceeded the budgeted amount of $163,000. As requested, Heath Construction has submitted an actual construction cost quotation, including proposed phasing options, to allow the project to be completed and remain within budgetary limits. The following project phasing was presented: Phase 1 - 2002 All offices and office space that is not currently being air-conditioned except: â€¢ Police Chiefs Office (currently has a small window unit) â€¢ Larimer County Sheriffs Office (currently has a small window unit) â€¢ Police Interview Room â€¢ Police Investigation Room â€¢ Police Area - Judge's Office â€¢ EPURA Director's Office â€¢ Public Works Director's Office â€¢ Light and Power Director's Office â€¢ GIS Specialist's Room â€¢ Former Town Board Room â€¢ Meeting Rooms 201, 202, 203 Phase 11 - 2003 All exceptions listed in Phase I Phase 11 is dependent upon the 2003 budget RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Public Works Committee - March 21, 2002- Page 3 This proposed 2-year phasing would provide immediate air-conditioning of the warmer, higher-use office space. The total cost is $168,034 ($163,000 + $5,034 for the Drivers License Office that will be amortized in their Lease). The Committee recommends approval of the Phase 1 - 2002 Municipal Building A/C Project cost quotation submitted by Heath Construction at a cost of $168,034 as presented. CAUSEWAY UNDERPASS AND FISH CREEK INTERSECTION PROJECT - REQUEST APPROVAL TO AWARD BID AND BEGIN CONSTRUCTION. The following bids were received for the Causeway Underpass and Fish Creek I ntersection Project: Underpass Trail Fish Creek Total Defalco Lee $403,796.83 $205,130.85 $387,354.30 $996,281.98 Mountain Constructors $386,823.35 $216,400.11 $415,245.40 $1,018,468.86 The low bidder, Defalco Lee, is included on CDOT's preferred/acceptable bidders list. The project is scheduled to begin April 1St and be complete June 21St (+/-). The Causeway will be closed from April 1St to May 24* and the detour route will be Mall Road and Hwy. 34. The Causeway will re-open for Memorial Day weekend and remain open thereafter. Cost Budget Grant Town Portion Underpass $ 403,796.83 $ 460,000.00 $ 324,000.00 $ 79,796.00 Trail 205,130.85 215,000.00 0.00 215,000.00 Fish Creek/Mall Int. 387,354.30 560,000.00 387,354.00 0.00 Total: $ 996,281.98 $1,235,000.00 $ 711,354.00 $ 294,796.00 The Committee recommends acceptance of the bid from Defalco Lee totaling $996,281.98. Highway and trail closure dates will be provided to the public. REPORTS. A Neighborhood Meeting has been scheduled April 10th at 3:00 p.m. at the Hospital to discuss the new Hospital road. There being no further business, Chairman Barker adjourned the meeting at 8:35 a.m. Rebecca van Deutekom, CMC, Deputy Town Clerk Administration Department Memo TO: Honorable Mayor Baudek Board of Truste From: Rich Widmer 1-- Town Administrat~ Date: March 20,2002*' Subject: Environmental Assessment for the Relocation of the Twin Owls and Gem Lake Trailheads Background. Following the release of the most recent Environmental Assessment (EA) in June 2000, which included substantial discussion at a Town Board meeting on September 12, 2000, there have been additional discussions between RMNP staff, the MacGregor Ranch, neighboring landowners and other interested parties. Four potential sites for the relocation of the Twin Owls and Gem Lake Trailheads have been evaluated in the EA dated March 2002. Alternative 1, the Preferred Alternative, consolidates the Twin Owls and Gem Lake trailheads and constructs a parking lot for 80 to 100 vehicles at the east end of the MacGregor Ranch. A proposed land exchange between RMNP and the MacGregor Ranch would be included, as well as a proposal to realign a portion of the Black Canyon Trail so that it no longer crosses MacGregror Ranch grazing land. This alternative is described in detail on the attachments. RMNP staff will present the alternatives and answer questions at the Town Board meeting. Formal comments on the EA are due by April 19,2002. Budget No Town of Estes Park funds are proposed for this project. Action Response to this EA is a policy matter. It is staffs opinion that extensive consideration has been given to the concerns raised in 2000. Since this project has been discussed extensively during the last 20 years, it is probable that no one alternative will please everyone; however, the preferred alternative does appear to staff to represent the best balance between all interests. CHAPTER 2 PROPOSED ACTION AND ALTERNATIVES ~ Introduction: During several years of on-going discussions, a full range of alternatives for meeting the project purpose and need were developed by input from RMNP staff, the ~ MacGregor Ranch, nearby landowners and the general public. These alternatives were considered in two previous EAs. Several of these alternatives have been excluded from further consideration because they fail to address all of the issues and concerns that were ~ identified during the public review process. With the exception of the No Action alternative, all of the alternatives considered in this EA include a land exchange between RMNP and the MacGregor Ranch. The land exchange has not been previously ~ considered. Criteria used in the selection of reasonable alternatives include: â€¢ The ability to relieve congestion and accommodate park visitors. â€¢ The ability to provide for visitor enjoyment and safety. Â· The potential for protecting natural and cultural resources and scenic values. â€¢ The ability to resolve the conflict between the park, ranch and nearby private landowners. Â· The ability to improve the efficiency of Park operations. Four alternatives and a No Action alternative have been identified for detailed analysis. This chapter also includes a discussion of the environmentally preferred alternative and a summary comparison ofthe alternatives. Alternative 1 - (Preferred Alternative) Consolidate the Twin Owls and Gem Lake trailheads at the east end of the MacGregor Ranch and construct a parking lot for 80 to 100 vehicles (Please refer to Figure 3). Estimated cost: e Access road: $112,000 â€¢ Parking lot: 146,000 â€¢ Site facilities: 72,000 â€¢ Engineering & Project Supervision: 18,000 â€¢ Connecting trail 189,000 â€¢ Fencing (21,500 feet) 50,000 â€¢ Restoration of Gem Lake and Twin Owls parking lots 10.000 $597,000 The following actions would be accomplished if this alternative were implemented: â€¢ A minor boundary revision and a land exchange between RMNP and the MacGregor Ranch would be completed using existing NIPS authority (110 Stat. 4093). 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A portion of the parking lot would be located on park property, and a portion would be located on the 100-acre parcel that RMNP would acquire from the MacGregor Ranch. â€¢ Site facilities would include a vault toilet, trailhead bulletin board and fencing to discourage trespassing on adjacent private land. â€¢ A 0.7-mile trail would be constructed to connect the new parking lot to existing trails in ~ RMNP. â€¢ A new 3-strand fence (two strands ofbarbed with a smooth strand on top) would be built between the MacGregor Ranch and the park to exclude cattle from the park. â€¢ The current Twin Owls parking lot would be closed and restored to natural conditions. The existing water fountain would remain. â€¢ The access road to the Twin Owls parking lot would be closed to the general public. The NPS would retain access and some parking for emergency operations and for the seasonal residence at Twin Owls. Â· The Gem Lake parking lot and the first portion of the Gem Lake Trail if closed would ~ be restored to natural conditions with landowner permission. Advantages ~ â€¢ The proposed land exchange provides contiguous land north ofthe 10.04 acres currently owned by the NPS. As a result, the parking lot can be located further north than proposed in previous EAs and would not be visible to adjacent landowners. Impacts to nearby landowners can therefore be reduced. â€¢ Removes vehicular and pedestrian traffic from the MacGregor Ranch museum area. â€¢ The Gem Lake and Twin Owls parldng lots can be consolidated in one location. â€¢ The existing Twin Owls and Gem Lake parking lots can be closed and restored to natural conditions. â€¢ The distance to Gem Lake is shortened by approximately 0.3 mile. â€¢ The NPS will own the parking lot property. â€¢ Eliminates impacts to property owners who are adjacent to the existing Gem Lake ~ Trailhead, parking area, and first 0.3-mile ofthe Gem Lake Trail. â€¢ Trespassing on MacGregor Ranch property can be avoided. â€¢ New "bouldering" and climbing areas would become available for climbers. â€¢ Improved access to Black Canyon Trail for commercial liveries (for example, Silver Lane Stables). Disadvantages â€¢ Visual, noise and trespassing concern for nearby landowners. â€¢ Approximately 0.7 mile ofnew trail construction required. â€¢ Added time and distance (approximately 0.7 mile) to the Black Canyon Trail, and to climbers accessing the Twin Owls rock formation and named rock formations west of ~ Twin Owls. â€¢ Locited in an area that is presently not impacted by vehicular traffic. 0 20 1 Â· The MacGregor Ranch Trustees are opposed to this alternative (please refer to Appendix 4 â€¢ Continued impacts-to the historic MacGregor Ranch, including visual intrusion, noise, light and vibration. â€¢ Concerns about pedestrian safety go unresolved. â€¢ Impacts to adjacent landowners associated with continued use ofthe Gem Lake trailhead will go unresolved. â€¢ No direct access to Black Canyon Trail for commercial liveries (for example, Silver Lane Stables). Horse trailers would be required to transport horses to the trailhead. Proposed Land Exchange The current east-west boundary separating RMNP from the MacGregor Ranch is a straight line that does not respect the use ofthe land, topography or ecological process. RMNP and the MacGregor Ranch Trustees are interested in amending this boundary to more clearly define their respective interests. With the proposed land exchange, all suitable grazing land would be traniferred to the MacGregor Ranch, and portions of the Ranch that are not suitable for grazing would be transferred to RMNP. The MacGregor Ranch would acquire the irrigated meadow and some additional acreage that contains two diversion dams on Black Canyon Creek plus two irrigation ditches. The diversion dams and irrigation ditches have belonged to the MacGregor Ranch for decades. The proposed land exchange is tied directly to the parking lot alternatives: 1 Alternative 1 (Please refer to Figure 3). Â· MacGregor Ranch would transfer to RMNP: - Approximately 100 acres located in the northeast comer of the ranch. - Three parcels containing approximately 4 acres located at the east end of the ranch. â€¢ RMNP would transfer to the MacGregor Ranch: - Approximately 11 acres located on the north side ofthe ranch. - Approximately 70 acres o f dryland and irrigated pasture located just north of the MacGregor Ranch in the Black Canyon area. RMNP would retain a right-of-way for the Black Canyon Trail and the MacGregor Falls Trail. - Approximately 9 acres located west of the current Twin Owls trailhead and parking lot. RMNP would retain a right-of-way for the Black Canyon Trail. Alternative 2 (Please refer to Figure 4). â€¢ MacGregor Ranch would transfer to RMNP: - Approximately 84 acres located in the northeast corner of the ranch - Approximately 11 acres located on the north side of the ranch - Approximately 3.5 to 5 acres on the north side ofDevils Gulch Road for the new parking lot â€¢ RMNP would transfer to the MacGregor Ranch: - Approximately 70 acres of dryland and irrigated pasture located just north ofthe MacGregor Ranch in the Black Canyon area. RMNP would retain a right-of-way for the Black Canyon Trail and the MacGregor Falls Trail. - Approximately 9 acres located west of the current Twin Owls trailhead and parking lot. RMNP would retain a right-of-way for the Black Canyon Trail. 1 29 Estes Park Housing Authority -â‚¬Â¥34%1 1.,1-/r March 19, 2002 The Honorable John Baudek Mayor o f Estes Park P.O. Box 1200 Estes Park, CO 80517 Dear Mayor Baudek: The Estes Park Housing Authority Board requests the Board of Trustees ofthe Town of Estes Park to ratify the appointment ofJack C. Dinsmoor as a Commissioner to the Estes Park Housing Authority Board. Mr. Dinsmoor's term as commissioner will be for a period of five (5) years and will begin April 10, 2002. Mr. Dinsmoor will be replacing Commissioner Louise Olson who has opted to not renew her term. Commissioner Olson has been a great asset to the Estes Park Housing Authority and will be greatly missed. Commissioner Olson has offered to continue supporting the efforts ofthe Estes Park Housing Authority by becoming a volunteer. The Commissioners voted to recommend Mr. Dinsmoor to replace Commissioner Olson at the March 13, 2002 Board meeting. The Housing Authority Board and staff look forward to welcoming Mr. Dinsmoor and feel he has many qualities that will aid the Housing Authority in our future endeavors. Sincerely, flu /3 j"f jela-djacv_9 Jean B. Michaelson Housing and Development Manager Enc: Resolution #12 EOUA~ MOOSING OPPO~TUNITY (970) 577-3800 â€¢ RO. BOX 1200 â€¢ 170 MAC GREGOR AVENUE â€¢ ESTES PARK, CO 80517 â€¢ FAX (970) 586-0249 I I Estes Park Housing Authority Estes Park Housing Authority RESOLUTION #12 A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THE APPOINTMENT OF JACK DINSMOOR TO THE ESTES PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, AS A COMMISSIONER. WHEREAS, THE ESTES PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS HAS APPOINTED LOUISE OLSON TO THE EPHA BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, AS A COMMISSIONER, WHOSE CURRENT TERM IS EXPIRING. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE ESTES PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS: 1. The term for Jack Dinsmoor as Commissioner, will commence on April 10, 2002 and will expire April 10, 2007. Passed and approved this 13th day ofMarch, 2002. A--%,AA- tp.k(Wft,~ 6/w,uwvup- Susan Doylen, Chain~on Salbel G. Betters, Secretary Date: I)ate: Seal: EQUAL HOUSING OPPOR7UNITY (970) 577-3800 â€¢ RO. BOX 1200 â€¢ 170 MAC GREGOR AVENUE . â€¢ ESTES PARK, CO 80517 â€¢ FAX (970) 586-0249 TOWN OF ESTES PARK Office Memorandum To: The Honorable Mayor Baudek and Board of Trustees From: Richard E. Matzke-7(.21/h I)ate: March 21, 2002 Re: 2002 Budget Amendment Request Light and Power Department Fall River Pedestrian Bridge Baldpate to Big Owl Three Phase Upgrade BACKGROUND: In February 2002, the Town Board authorized the purchase of the Fall River Hydro Plant pedestrian bridge for $22,231. The Board also awarded the contract for the construction of the Big Thompson Three Phase Conversion Project and the Baldpate to Big Owl Three Phase Upgrade Project for a total cost of $758,935.65. These projects were awarded with the understanding that an amendment to the 2002 budget would be required. BUDGET/COST: The 2001 budget included $650,000 for the Baldpate to Big Owl Three Phase Upgrade Project. This project was bid along with the Big Thompson Three Phase Conversion Project with the hope of attracting more bidders. The Fall River Hydro Plant pedestrian bridge was funded at $70,000 in the 2001 budget but engineering had not progressed sufficiently to place the order in 2001. The following budget amendments are needed to fund these projects in 2002: Fall River Pedestrian Bridge Account #502-6501-560.25-02 $ 34,000 Baldpate to Big Owl Three Phase Upgrade Account #502-7002-580.35-56 $221,000 Account #502-7002-580.35-57 429,000 RECOMMENDATION: The Light and Power Department requests that Budget amendments be approved as described. REM RESOLUTION NO. 7-02 A RESOLUTION TO APPROPRIATE ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR THE TOWN OF ESTES PARK'S 2002 BUDGET WHEREAS, the Town of Estes Park's Light and Power Department appropriated funds for projects that were not completed in the fiscal year ended December 31, 2001; and WHEREAS, these projects are anticipated to be completed in the fiscal year ending December 31, 2002; and WHEREAS, the Town of Estes Park intends to appropriate funds in the budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2002, to satisfy the commitments for the ongoing projects and related expenditures. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO, THAT: 1. The following 2002 Light & Power budget expenditures be increased by the following amounts: Fall River Pedestrian Bridge, Account number 502-6501-560.25-02 $ 34,000 Baldpate to Big Owl Three Phase Upgrade, Account number 502-7002-580.35-56 221,000 Account number 502-7002-580.35-57 429,000 2. The Light & Power fund balance will be the source of funds for the budget amendments. ADOPTED this 26th day of March, 2002. Mayor ATTEST: Town Clerk