HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Town Board 2011-01-11Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, January 11, 2011
Minutes of a Regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Town of
Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado. Meeting held in the Town Hall in
said Town of Estes Park on the 1 1 th day of January, 2011. Meeting
called to order by Mayor Pinkham.
Present:
Also Present:
William C. Pinkham, Mayor
Chuck Levine, Mayor Pro Tem
Trustees Eric Blackhurst
Mark Elrod
John Ericson
Wendy Koenig
Jerry Miller
Greg White, Town Attorney
Jacquie Halburnt, Town Administrator
Lowell Richardson, Deputy Town Administrator
Jackie Williamson, Town Clerk
Absent: None
Mayor Pinkham called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and all desiring to do so,
recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
HOLIDAY LIGHTING CONTEST — PRESENTATION OF AWARDS.
Mayor Pinkham stated the contest was sponsored by the Town of Estes Park, the
Ambassadors and the Estes Park News. Each winner received a certificate and a $50
dinner gift card.
Best Commercial Business Mayor's Trophy
Antique Hospital McGregor Mountain Lodge
Best Downtown Business Window Display Overall Best by - Resident
Rustic Mountain Charm Gary & Beverly Briggs
Best Lodging Business Best First Time Entry - Resident
Swiftcurrent Lodge Gregg Rounds
Best Theme — "Through the Eyes of a Child"
Gloria Rademacher
ROOFTOP RODEO — SMALL RODEO OF THE YEAR AWARD.
Special Events Manager Winslow presented the Town Board with the 2010 Small
Rodeo Award for the Rooftop Rodeo and the 2010 Women's Professional Rodeo
Association award for Small Rodeo of the Year. Mayor Pinkham stated the Rooftop
Rodeo also won the 2010 Medium Rodeo of the Year from Mountain State Circuit, and
stated the rodeo has now won Small Rodeo of the Year for three successive years and
won the award five out of the last eight years. Mayor Pinkham awarded Ann Taylor
volunteer of the year and presented her with a pair of Justin Boots. The Board thanked
the Rooftop Rodeo Committee for their dedication and continued effort to make the
rodeo a success.
PUBLIC COMMENT.
Scott Thompson/County resident and President of the Board of Realtor stated
condominium sales decreased 60'Yo in 2010 compared to the high in 2007, while single-
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family homes have only decreased 15%. One of the factors is the change in financing
for condominiums. He requested the Town Board instruct the Planning Commission to
review changes to the Estes Valley Development Code to allow freestanding
townhomes and bring them in line with condominium regulations.
Dave Caddell/County resident and appraiser reiterated comments from Mr. Thompson.
He stated the new finance regulations have affected condominium developments that
have not been completed, creating lost sales, loss of jobs, and uncompleted projects
throughout the valley that may lead to blighted areas. He requested the EVDC
regulations allow townhomes within the same zoning districts as condominiums and
allow for the creation of smaller lots.
Sandy Osterman/Town resident and Ambassador President stated the judging for the
lighting contest was organized by Karen Crislip and conducted by the Ambassadors.
Johanna Darden/Town citizen reviewed a letter submitted to the Board regarding the
funding for the redevelopment of Bond Park with Open Space funds. After reviewing
the Help Preserve Open Spaces Initiative, she has concluded the funds cannot be used
for the redevelopment of the park.
Jim Tawney/Town resident and local developer seconded the comments from Mr.
Thompson and Mr. Caddell. He requested the Town Board reconsider the ban on
medical marijuana dispensaries. He stated the Town should not prohibit business
opportunities in Estes Park.
TOWN BOARD COMMENTS.
Trustee Blackhurst reminded the public that the Estes Park Housing Authority meeting
would be held on Wednesday, January 12th at 8:30 a.m. in Room 203 and the Public
Safety, Utilities, and Public Works Committee would be held on Thursday, January 13th
at 8:00 a.m. in the Board Room. A special Town Board meeting would be held on
Tuesday, January 18th at 7:00 p.m. to discuss Bond Park design and construction and
to review the capital improvement plans for both utilities.
Mayor Pro Tem Levine stated the Estes Park Pride Award applications are available
March 1-31st; however, nomination forms are available currently on the Town website.
He urged the community to nominate volunteers for "Teacher of the Year", "Volunteer
of the Year" and "Business Person of the Year".
Trustee Koenig recognized John and Peggy Lynch for their recent donation to Estes
Valley Investment in Early Childhood Success (EVICS).
Mayor Pinkham recognized the Boy Scouts attending the meeting to learn about local
government. He encouraged the public to attend the 2nd annual Winter Festival on
January 14th through the 16th with the main festivities in Bond Park.
1. CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Town Board Minutes dated December 14, 2010 and Town Board Study
Session Minutes dated December 14, 2010.
2. Bills.
3. Estes Valley Planning Commission Minutes dated November 16, 2010
(acknowledgement only).
4. Estes Valley Board of Adjustment Minutes dated December 7, 2010
(acknowledgement only).
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5. Estes Valley Planning Commission Bylaw Amendments.
6. Resolution #01-11 - Public Posting Area Designation.
It was moved and seconded (Levine/Miller) the Consent Agenda be approved, and
it passed unanimously.
2. LIQUOR ITEMS.
1. PUBLIC HEARING: CHANGE OF LOCATION 3.2% OFF -PREMISE BEER
LICENSE HELD BY GAEL INC. DBA CASA DEL SOL Y LUNA MINI
MARKET, FROM 920 DUNRAVEN STREET TO 841 DUNRAVEN STREET
UNITS A & B. Mayor Pinkham opened the public hearing and reviewed the
procedures. Town Clerk Williamson presented the application and confirmed
the Town has not received any communications or evidence in support or
opposition to the application. Comments were heard from Ericka
Gonzalez/Applicant stating she would like to move her business to expand the
grocery store and include a butcher shop. Mayor Pinkham closed the public
hearing. Stating that the Board of Trustees finds that the reasonable
requirements of the neighborhood are not met by the present liquor outlets in
the neighborhood and that the desires of the adult inhabitants are for granting
the change of location for the 3.2% Off -Premise beer license, it was moved
and seconded (Blackhurst/Elrod) the Change of Location for the 3.2% Off -
Premise Beer License held by Gael Inc. dba Casa Del Sol Y Luna Mini
Market be approved, and it passed unanimously.
3. REPORTS AND DISCUSSION ITEMS:
1. THIRD QUARTER FINANCIAL UPDATE.
Finance Officer McFarland reviewed the third quarter report highlighting sales
tax through October is ahead of budget 1.3% with expenditure at 83% of
budget. He stated sales tax year-to-date is 2.2% ahead and targeted to meet
the $7 million revised budget. Sales tax rate of change has moved to a
positive 1.45%. Estes Park continues to be one of six Colorado Association of
Ski Towns (CAST) communities reporting positive sales tax for 2010.
2. BOARD LIAISON UPDATES.
Trustee Elrod stated at the December Planning Commission meeting Dave
Caddell discussed potential code changes for townhomes and condominiums
to help address the lending environment. The Commission requested he
present the issue to the Town Board to determine if potential code changes to
address the issue were in order. The Commission was concerned the
requested changes may only address economic concerns; however, the
discussion of potential blight caused by unfinished projects seem to highlight
the need for code revisions. Commissioner Klink was appointed chair of the
Planning Commission and Commissioner Tucker was elected vice chair. The
Commission heard discussion on Planned Unit Development and solar energy.
Trustee Ericson commented that SOPA hired an Executive Director that has
begun to develop fundraising efforts, which will be presented to the Town
Board at an upcoming study session. The Transportation Visioning Committee
met and heard a presentation from the 6th grade class on how the school
parking lots could be used in conjunction with the Stanley Park transportation
hub. Subcommittees were formed including data collection, timeline/schedule
and issue committees. The next meeting would be held on February 2nd
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3. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR REPORT.
• Platte River Power Authority will be conducting an annual phone survey
with a focus on CFLs. She encouraged citizens to participate.
• The first of two sign code forums would be conducted on Wednesday,
January 12th and a second forum in the evening on Thursday, January 20'h
4. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS.
1. REPORT ITEMS:
A. Amendment to the Estes Valley Development Code — Amend Section
13.3 definitions for Impervious Surfaces and Lot Coverage. The
amendment would clarify that permeable pavement is not exempt from
impervious surface and lot coverage standard. Trustee Koenig stated
concern with the definition of impervious including the word
permeable. She stated the two definitions should be separated and
provide a statement as to why permeable pavement and graveled
areas are included. She commented the definition could include a
percentage of permeable paver or like products that may cover a lot.
Trustee Miller stated the inclusion of permeable pavement in the
definition discourages the use of the pavers that could be a valuable
resource to address water quality and drainage issues impacting the
infrastructure of the community. Public Hearing to be held on
January 25, 2011.
B. Amendment to the Estes Valley Development Code — Remove all
references to Estes Park Urban Renewal Authority (EPURA). Public
Hearing to be held on January 25, 2011.
5. ACTION ITEMS:
1. 2011 ROAD CLOSURES FOR EVENTS.
Manager Winslow presented the 2011 road closures for events and parades.
• Frost Giant Race, January 30th — 100 block of MacGregor Avenue
• Parade of the Years, May 15th — 100 block of MacGregor Avenue
• Art Market, May 28-30th — 100 block of MacGregor Avenue
• Estes Park Marathon, June 11th — MacGregor Avenue from Elkhorn to
Wonderview
• Scandanavian Festival, June 25-26'h — 100 block of MacGregor Avenue
• Coolest Car Shoe, July 4'h — Park Lane and MacGregor from Elkhorn to
Wonderview
• Auto Extravaganza, August 13th — 100 block of MacGregor Avenue
• Estes Park Heritage Festival, August 20-215t, 100 block of MacGregor
Avenue
• Labor Day Arts and Crafts Show, September 2 — 5th — 100 block of
MacGregor Avenue and south side of Park Lane
• Fine Arts Guild, September 17-18th — 100 block of MacGregor Avenue
and south side of Park Lane
• Elk Fest, October 1-2"d — 100 block of MacGregor Avenue and south
side of Park Lane
• Halloween, October 315' — Elkhorn Avenue from Riverside Drive to
Tregent Park
• Longs Peak Scottish -Irish Highland Festival, September 8-12th —
Manford Avenue from Community Drive to School intersection and
Community Drive from Highway 36 to Manford Avenue
• Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, June 11-12`h, July 12-17th, September 9th,
September 8-12th — close shoulders on Manford Avenue
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• Parades — closure of parade routes — Rooftop Rodeo — July 12th,
Scottish -Irish Festival — September 10th, Homecoming Parade — TBD,
Catch the Glow Parade — November 25t"
Trustee Miller recommended staff prepare contingency plans for the first
couple of events in May because of the proposed redevelopment of Bond Park
in the spring.
Trustee Koenig questioned the potential of closing East Elkhorn Avenue during
the Halloween festivities to provide safety for the children.
It was moved and seconded (Blackhurst/Miller) to approve the 2011 road
closures as presented, and it passed unanimously.
2. 2011 ORGANIZATIONAL CHART.
Administrator Halburnt stated the Municipal Code directs the Town
Administrator to present an administrative organizational chart to the Board of
Trustees for approval annually. She reviewed the chart structure which
outlines the Town Administrator as the overall supervisory for all departments.
The Deputy Town Administrator has become the Interim Utilities Director as
well as indirect supervision of the departments on a day-to-day basis.
Trustee Koenig requested a dotted line from Deputy Town Administrator to the
Utilities department to show his oversight of the department and his position as
Interim Director.
Trustee Ericson stated concern that the organizational chart does not
accurately reflect the direct reporting of the departments to the Town
Administrator. The chart shows all departments reporting to the Deputy Town
Administrator who then reports to the Town Administrator.
After additional discussion, it was moved and seconded (Blackhurst/Levine)
to approve the 2011 Organizational Chart with a line from the Deputy
Town Administrator to the Utilities department to demonstrate his direct
supervision of the department as Interim Director, and it passed
unanimously.
Whereupon Mayor Pinkham adjourned the meting'A5p.m.
a
e Williamson, Town Clerk
William C. Pinkham, Mayor