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Thursday, April 24, 2014
8:00 a.m.
Community Services Committee Town Hall Board Room
*Revised: April 21, 2014
AGENDA
1. PUBLIC COMMENT
2. COMMUNITY SERVICES
a) RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE TOWN BOARD
i. New Event in Bond Park
* ii. New Event on Elkhorn Avenue — Elkhorn Dash, 1 Miler
Director Winslow
Director Winslow
b) REPORTS
i. Visitor Services Quarterly Report. Manager Salerno
ii. Visitor Services — Transportation/Shuttle Shuttle Cord. Wells
* iii. Museum Quarterly Report Director Fortini
iv. April Event Report Coordinator Jacobson
v. Verbal Updates and Committee Questions.
1. Event Committee Update
2. Construction Update
3. Hunter/Jumper Concessionaire
4. Ambassador Schedule
3. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
a) RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE TOWN BOARD
i. None.
b) REPORTS
i. Quarterly Report
ii. Verbal Updates and Committee Questions.
1. Joint Work Session Follow up —
• Comprehensive Plan
• Development Code
• Grading Issue
• Micro -craft liquors
4. ADJOURN
Director Chilcott
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RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, March 27, 2014
Minutes of a Regular meeting of the COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT /
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE of the Town of Estes Park, Larimer
County, Colorado. Meeting held in Town Hall in said Town of Estes Park on the
27th day of March, 2014.
Committee: Chair Ericson, Trustees Elrod and Norris
Attending: All
Also Attending: Town Administrator Lancaster, Directors Chilcott and
Winslow, Manager Mitchell, Planners Kleisler and Shirk,
Special Event Coordinator Jacobson, Shuttle Coordinator
Wells and Recording Secretary Limmiatis
Trustee Ericson called the meeting to order at 8:02 a.m.
Town Administrator Lancaster requested Community Development present first due to
scheduling conflicts.
PUBLIC COMMENT.
Helen Hahn, owner of Aplenglow Images & Accents located at 131 Virginia Drive,
expressed concerns and frustrations with the events in Bond Park. Ms. Hahn stated on
days when events occur 80-90% of sales are lost and requested the fundraisers pick
different themes which would not compete with downtown businesses. Ms Hahn
requested a contact person to speak with regarding the issue.
Paul Fishman, Town resident, reiterated the concerns of Ms. Hahn, stating that events
in Bond Park are important; yet, a negative impact is created on parking in downtown.
Trustee Ericson responded by stating the committee has focused on events by
requesting the financial impact and defining the Town's role.
Administrator Lancaster expanded on Chair Ericson's response by stating the Town
recently formed an Events Focus Committee by the request of the Board, encouraged
Ms. Hahn to participate, described a Downtown Business Association which is being
formed under Partners for Commerce, and named Bo Winslow the primary staff contact
for event related questions and concerns.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT.
REPORTS.
Reports provided for informational purposes and made a part of the proceedings.
• Public Outreach on Code Amendments — Manufacturing of Craft Liquor — Director
Chilcott provided an update on the brewer's meetings which occurred on March 26,
2014, to receive more information from the public regarding interest in manufacturing
various forms of alcohol. Planner Kleisler provided details concerning the two
meetings, stating the purpose was to describe the scope of staffs investigation,
discuss topics the Board may be reviewing in the future, current regulations
regarding alcohol manufacturing, and allow for an open dialogue with the public.
Approximately 26 attendees participated in the two meetings, of which most had
substantial knowledge of the industry. Staff was able to inquire about odors, noise,
latest developments, and environmental concerns and would write a summary to be
shared with Administrator Lancaster and the Town Board. Minor language issues
were identified with the definitions other communities are using which could have
unintended consequences for smaller businesses opening in Estes Park. Planner
Shirk added there is significant interest in bringing the industry to Town.
• Verbal Updates — Chair Ericson requested an update on the status of the Courtyard
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
Community Development / Community Services — March 27, 2014 — Page 2
Shops. Director Chilcott stated improvements are moving along since last checking
with the Fire Marshall regarding the sprinkler system and a more detailed report
would be provided at the next meeting.
COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT.
SIDEWALK SALE RESOLUTION.
Director Winslow presented the standard Sidewalk Sale Resolution which is presented
to the Committee twice a year. The Spring Sidewalk Sale will take place on May 3 and
4, 2014, which is for all businesses in Estes Park. If a business does not have frontage
on Elkhorn Avenue, a 10 X 10 space in Bond Park would be made available.
REPORTS.
Reports provided for informational purposes and made a part of the proceedings.
• Senior Center Quarterly Report — Manager Mitchell reviewed the first quarter of
Senior Center activities and attendance and reported many programs have sold out
or have waiting lists. A new event would be the, Community Coffee Hour hosted
several times throughout the upcoming year in which residents have an opportunity
to socialize. The Passions Project opening reception is scheduled for May 8, 2014
from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. At this free event, three Estes Park residents would be
featured out of twenty photographs of individuals who have passion with living as
they age. Manager Mitchell reported the Larimer County Office on Aging recently
commended the community on the work that is being done to offer services for the
older population in the Estes Valley.
• March Event Report — Coordinator Jacobson updated the Committee on progress
the Events Department has made with the upcoming event season. A few new
events will be added this season, but focus is on highlighting and improving
established events. Staff is also, leading an Events Focus Committee to understand
and establish criteria for both private and Town -sponsored events throughout Estes
Park which is comprised of various local organizations and individuals. The
committee cautioned against cultural festivals which exclude local ethnicities and
encouraged the department to welcome the community to create new festivals which
would celebrate the ethnic diversity that exists throughout the Estes Valley.
• Verbal Updates and Committee Questions Coordinator Wells introduced Sandy
Osterman of the Shuttle Committee as the liaison with the Transportation Advisory
Committee to provide open communication between the two committees.
There being nofurther business, Trustee Ericson adjourned the meeting at 9:00 a.m.
Barbara Jo Limmiatis, Recording Secretary
TOWN OF ESTES PARK
Memo
To: Community Development/Community Services Committee
Town Administrator Lancaster
From: Bo Winslow, Community Services Director
Date: April 24, 2014
RE: New Event in Bond Park — Arapaho Celebration
Objective:
To have new event reviewed by Town Board and approve to conduct.
Present Situation:
Per Town Policy all new events in Bond Park need to be approved by Town Board.
Proposal:
Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the 1914 Oliver Toll/Arapaho Expedition. In 1914 the
Colorado Mountain Club (C.M.C), hoping to persuade Congress to support the
establishment of a national park in the Estes Valley -Grand Lake area, arranged for
Arapaho elders from the Wind River Reservation (Arapaho/Cheyenne) to provide
Arapaho names for local landmarks they remembered in their childhood. Harriet Vaille
and Edna Hendrie from the C.M.C. organized the project traveling to the reservation to
interview Arapaho and coordinating their travel arrangements to Estes Park. Harriet
Vaille selected her younger cousin, Oliver Toll, to act as the ethnographer for the trip.
Oliver Toll, along with Shep Husted, local guide, began the two week pack trip on July
16, 1914 along with three members of the Arapaho tribe: Tom Cripsen, Gun Griswold
and Sherman Sage. Traveling throughout the Estes Valley, mountains and Grand Lake,
Oliver Toll carefully recorded their journey along with stories and names the Arapaho
provided. Besides naming several of the area's peaks, the Arapaho meet many
residents as well including Peter Hondius. Oliver Toll organized his notes and produced
a small book titled Arapaho Names and Trails which continues to be sold in the park's
bookstores. Since 2003, the Arapaho have been on several educational trips to Rocky
Mountain National Park with students, teacher and elders from the Wind River
Reservation and Arapaho High School, primarily learning about the 1914 route of their
ancestors and teach their youth about Arapaho history and culture. Participants have
included several direct decedents of from the 1914 trip including Sherman Sage's
grandson. The Arapaho have requested to Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the 1914
Expedition in Bond Park in August 2014. The Celebration would include the following: •
Stage to show cultural dances and education on each dance to visitors. (Similar to what
occurs during Elk Fest, but expanded) • Do a Tee Pee raising to educate people on the
history and use of Tee Pees. • Art and Craft venders from the reservation to sell art
work and crafts. (Examples would be bead work artists, photographers, original
paintings, etc...) • Food is yet to be determined but if included would include an Indian
Tacos vendor. The venue, booths, demonstrations are being organized by the same
Wind River reservation staff that organize the yearly Arapaho events and booths for
Cheyenne Frontier Days in Wyoming. The event in Bond Park would be very similar to
their activities for Cheyenne Frontier Days. In addition to the above events, Arapaho
Students, Teachers and Elders will also be involved in their yearly Education trip to
Rocky Mountain National Park. Each day the park will have a group of Arapaho in the
park's shuttle bus to re -live part of the 1914 journey. A separate Art Show for Arapaho
Artist to display their artwork is planned at the Fall River Visitor Center. The primary
goal of the Bond Park Event is for the Arapaho to celebrate their heritage and share
their culture with the Town of Estes Park Community and for visitors to Estes Park.
Advantages:
• Support Rocky Mountain National Park in there 100 year celebration.
• Educate the community and our guest about the Arapaho.
• Provide those that attend an opportunity to purchase authentic Native American
items.
• Celebrate the Expedition of 1914.
Disadvantages:
• Could compete with merchandise downtown merchants currently sell however
this is true with other events that currently are taking place in the park
• This event would require blocking off parking places in the area which could
create parking issues however there will only be 40 — 50 vendors allowing Park
Lane to be mostly available for parking.
Action Recommended by Staff:
Staff recommends approval of this event. This is only a 1 year event and will not be
back in 2015.
Budget:
The Town will receive revenues for facility, tent, and stage rental as well as $20 per
vendor as a vendor fee. There will be minimal staff time to assist with the event.
Level of Public Interest
Staff feels as though there will be concern about another new event in Bond Park that
competes with local downtown business and causes more congestion. Staff also feels
as though this event is a good fit for the type of events that work well in Bond Park and
feel as though the educational and historical aspect of this event is an important piece.
Sample Committee Recommendation:
I recommend approval/denial of the Arapaho Celebration Event in Bond Park, to
be included as an Action Item at the May 13, 2014, Town Board Meeting.
TOWN OF ESTES PARK
Memo
To: Community Development/Community Services Committee
Town Administrator Lancaster
From: Bo Winslow, Community Services Director
Date: April 24, 2014
RE: New Event on Elkhorn Avenue — Elkhorn Dash, 1 Miler
Objective:
To have new event reviewed by Town Board and approve to conduct.
Present Situation:
Per Town Policy all new events requiring a road closure need to be approved by Town
Board.
Proposal: The Elkhorn Dash, 1 Miler is a downhill race on Elkhorn Avenue for pure fun
and adventure! The intention is to promote Elkhorn Ave and businesses in downtown.
The event is for anyone who is willing to run, walk, skip, and push stroller for one mile.
We encourage a fast race or a mild walk for others. The course will be a one mile run
starting at West Elkhorn Ave and finishing at parking lot at US BANK, East Elkhorn. This
straight down Elkhorn Ave will be on north side of street lane, against traffic. Runners
will turn into the parking lot to finish. The race is scheduled to start at 8:00am and will be
completed by 8:30am.
Advantages:
• Promote Elkhorn Avenue; businesses and restaurants
• Event is geared toward everyone in the community; runners and walkers
Disadvantages:
• Closure of Elkhorn Ave during high volume time of year and a bust event
weekend
• Unclear of support from downtown merchants
• Potential traffic congestion
Action Recommended by Staff:
Staff recommends the event applicant take into consideration a different time of year to
conduct the Elkhorn Dash, 1 Miler.
Budget:
6 hours staff time for Public Works and Events Staff
Level of Public Interest
With a larger event already taking place in Bond Park this same weekend, the
Scandinavian Midsummer Festival, staff is concerned about the negative impact of the
road closure to the community during a high volume time in June.
Sample Committee Recommendation:
I recommend approval/denial of the Elkhorn Dash, 1 Miler Event on Elkhorn
Avenue, to be included as an Action Item at the May 13, 2014, Town Board
Meeting.
Memo
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
Community Services
To: Community Development/Community Services Committee
Town Administrator Lancaster
From: Teri Salerno, Visitor Services Manager
Date: April 24, 2014
RE: Visitor Services Quarterly Report: Jan - Mar 2014
First Quarter Visitor Center Traffic:
The Visitor Center experienced an increase of 3.4% in foot traffic in January, February
and March over the first quarter last year. In 2013, we saw 27,030 people come through
our doors, for an average of 300 people per day. This year, we had 27,953 visitors
during our first quarter, an average of 311 people each day. January and February were
both down over last year by nearly 2,050 people combined, but this deficit was erased
in March, with an increase of nearly 2,970 guests over March in 2013.
In comparison, Rocky Mountain National Park's visitation was up .5% and 11.7% in
January and February respectively; this equals nearly 8,100 more visitors. At the time of
this writing, the March numbers were not yet available.
Visitor Center Traffic
1st Qtr
2nd Qtr
3rd Qtr
4th Qtr
Total
2014
27,953
2013
27,030
102,142
174,146
33,356
336,674
2012
31,464
101,192
184,459
47,275
364,390
2011
32,960
100,558
212,458
55,716
401,692
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
First Quarter Telephone Calls:
Visitor Services staff answered slightly more calls (+35) in the first quarter of 2014,
when compared to the first quarter of 2013. As we have observed since 2009, the trend
has been for telephone calls to steadily decline. Staff is still receiving inquiries related to
the September 2013 flood, and questions about the conditions of the roads in and
around, as well as to and from, Estes Park and RMNP. We expect this trend to
continue, recognizing that there will be roadwork on the roads that surround us for quite
some time.
Visitor Center Telephone Calls
1st Qtr
2nd Qtr
3rd Qtr
4th Qtr
Total
2014
2,090
2013
2,055
4,087
6,313
3,045
15,500
2012
2,357
5,112
6,368
2,341
16,178
2011
3,119
5,946
8,779
2,855
20,699
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
The number of volunteer Ambassadors currently on the roster totals 52, with several of
those wanting to substitute only and not take a regular weekly shift for the coming
season. This is the lowest pool of volunteers we have seen in the past 10 years. The
Visitor Services Division has had an unusual number of resignations this season, a total
of eleven so far, with a possibility of more. Some of these are temporary resignations;
they are not able to continue with their commitment at this time, but hope to come back
and volunteer again in the future.
The reasons for the resignations and "breaks" are varied, but could be related in some
cases to the recent flood. Additionally, we are seeing different trends with volunteers,
and the needs of volunteers are changing. We must adjust our ways of working with
volunteers to reflect these changes.
Visitor Services staff has recently realized that we will not be able to cover evening
shifts with volunteers at the Visitor Center (5 - 8 p.m.) this coming season, so staff will
ask for volunteer assistance only during the day, up until 5 p.m. Staff alone will need to
cover the evening shifts. In the past, because we had Ambassador support, one Visitor
Services staff was scheduled to close in the evening. With this new circumstance, two
Visitor Services staff will need to be scheduled at the Visitor Center from 5 - 8 p.m.
during the coming season.
At this time, there are 10 individuals who want to train to become volunteers at the
Visitor Center. The first session for new Ambassador training begins soon.
Visitor Services Open House
The first annual Visitor Services Open House was held on Wednesday, April 2; over 100
people came to the center during one of two sessions: 8 a.m. — 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. — 6
p.m. The purpose of the event was to help attendees gain a full understanding of the
Town's Visitor Services Division, plus showcase how staff and volunteers support local
businesses and the entire community. The event was open to all.
Various stations were established at different locations in the center where guests
could:
1. Learn about the variety of materials that are distributed from the center;
2. Learn what the volunteers do to assist the Visitor Services staff;
3. Explore the call center and learn about the types & number of calls received;
4. Visit the public computers area and see how they are used by the public; and
5. Kirby Nelson, Stakeholder Services Manager with Visit Estes Park, was available
to discuss with local businesses the services (brochure racks and menu displays)
that are located in the Visitor Center.
During the Open House, guests also had the opportunity to ride the Elkhorn Express
trolley. The trolley traveled a continuous loop from the Visitor Center, down Elkhorn
Avenue, and back to the Visitor Center. Forty guests took the opportunity to ride that
day. They also received the 2014 route map and schedule and learned about the new
shuttle stops for the upcoming season.
Visitor Services staff and volunteers believe the day was a success. We heard positive
feedback from those who attended and look forward to holding this event again in 2015.
Budget: N/A
Recommendation: None
Memo
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
Community Services
To: Community Development/Community Services Committee
Town Administrator Lancaster
From:
Date:
RE:
Brian Wells, Shuttle Coordinator
April 17, 2014
2014 Season update for the Estes Park FREE Shuttles
Update:
2014 Shuttle Season:
The 2014 Shuttle Season is currently scheduled as:
Saturday, June 21, 2014 through Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014 (full service).
Route times:
Red, Blue, Trolley are 9:00 a.m. though 9:59 p.m.
Brown is 8:00 a.m. through 9:59 p.m.
Silver is 8:45 a.m. through 9:44 p.m.
The Elkhorn Express special service days for 2014 include:
Thu -Sun
Sat -Sun
April 24-27
May 24-25
June 7-8
September 13-14
September 20-21
September 27-28
October 4-5
Friday November 28
The Stanley Film Fest (multiple locations)
Art Market (Bond Park)
FACE of Fiber in the Rockies (Gold Route)
Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies (Bond Park)
Autumn Gold (Bond Park)
Western Heritage Antique Show (MPEC)
(No event announced yet)
Elk Fest
Catch -the -Glow Parade
2015 Shuttle Service Requests: Requests due in writing to the Shuttle Committee by
August 1, 2014.
Open House Success (Stakeholder Tour):
The Elkhorn Express operated during the Visitor Center Open House on April 2. Forty
people rode the trolley along the Gold Route to learn about the entire shuttle service
(many for the first time). The 2014 shuttle map/schedule was a popular item.
Senior Transportation Coalition: I attended their most recent meeting on April 3 at the
request of Lori Mitchell, Senior Services Manager. The group consists of various senior
transportation agencies and services as they work to provide continuity of services in
Larimer County.
Upper Front Range Transit Work Group (rural Larimer and Weld counties):
Working on the state-wide transportation plan, a CDOT initiative.
Start of Season Activities:
• 2013 Map/Schedule, poster, and Vacationland insert were sent to the respective
printers.
• PDF versions of the 2014 map/schedule are on-line at estes.org/shuttles and
visitestespark.com
• The Ambassador's Training is Tuesday, May 13 and their shuttle tour is scheduled
for Tuesday, June 10.
• Rocky Mountain Transit Management (RMTM) driver training is Wednesday, May
14.
• RMNP and EP pre -season shuttle meetings with RMTM are Thursday, May 15.
• I am willing to attend any association meetings (lodging, downtown businesses, etc.)
to help educate and promote shuttle services.
Background:
N/A
Shuttle Committee Recommendation:
N/A
Recommended Motion:
N/A
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
Community Services
To: Community Development/ Community Services Committee
Town Administrator Lancaster
From: Lexy Jacobson, Event Coordinator
Date: April 24, 2014
RE: Fairgrounds and Events Division- Events Focus Committee
Report:
On March 27th we conducted the 3rd Events Focus Committee meeting; please see the
attached meeting notes. Again, this group was created per the recommendation of
Town Administrator Lancaster, to understand and establish event criteria for both
private and Town Sponsored events throughout Estes Park. The group is composed of
various organizations throughout Town; EALA, Visit Estes Park, EVPC, EVPRD,
Families for Estes, Wedding Association, Restaurants, and private event planners.
To date we have covered current events that take place on town property, future events
the community would like to see and "big events" in Estes Park, such as the USA Pro
Challenge. Thus far the committee feedback as well as the positive energy has been
very encouraging. We do our best to create a comfortable environment where all
opinions are welcome and taken into consideration. It is our goal to collect and hear
from all the different niches in Estes Park to ensure we have a collaborative approach to
events in Estes Park.
Our upcoming April 25th session will focus on compiling the feedback and shifting into
event criteria; the meat and potatoes! Some items that will be considered when creating
these standards include:
• Events that encourage overnight visitation
• Does this event support the Estes Park brand?
• Which facility is appropriate for certain events? Bond Park vs. Event Center?
• Events that encourage community involvement
During our May session we will be taking a look at current event applications and
running it through the first draft of criteria. It is our goal to reconnect in the fall to
continue our efforts in producing the final criteria and start to evaluate events for the
2015 event season.
Our plan is to present at the June study session, a presentation that outlines the group's
findings and future plans for the committee. Please stay tuned for more details!
Attachments:
Please see the March 27th meeting notes from the Events Focus Committee.
Events Focus Meeting 3- March 27, 2014:
Attendees: Brooke Burnham, Karen Lynch, Kellen Toulouse, Kristen Berg, Elizabeth Fogarty, Diane Muno,
Charley Dickey, Bo Winslow, Lexy Jacobson, Bob Herrfeldt, Julie Pieper, Howell Wright, Jo Adams, Greg
and Leslie, Helen, Jill Schladweiler
Discussion Forum: Big Events in Estes Park- Pro Challenge- Advantages and Disadvantages
Viewpoints: Advantages
• Live coverage of the event was in our favor and offered an incentive for participants to stay in
Estes Park.
• The overall benefit of the event was long term; highlighting Estes Park and our community
Nationwide.
• The magnitude of this event encouraged all members of the community to join forces, as well as
4 different municipalities, to make it happen"! In order for an event like this to be successful it
takes a collaborative effort.
• An event like this allows for Estes Park to market to real athletes and be recognized as a
wellness destination; a demand generator.
Viewpoints: Disadvantages
• There was a general concern that the event "shut down" the Town and offered limited access in
and out. With this limited access shop owners saw a zero sales day. Press tried to counteract this
news by highlighting ancillary events, weekend stays, etc.
• Most agreed that the Route was the overall issue; not the event.
• A weekday event would have benefited more than a Saturday in August. Director Herrfeldt
confirmed the specific Saturday in August would be a standing date for the event.
• There was initial push back from the community about the event
Discussion Forum: Big Events in Estes Park
Viewpoints:
• With the addition of the Event Center and Pavilion, we as a community are able to start
accommodating year-round festivals and believe these events offer an overall benefit to all
organizations in Town.
• Featuring these types of events will highlight Estes Park as a "Go to Destination" and enhance
the guest experience.
• Larger events can complement both the Fairgrounds and downtown businesses; tie everything
together throughout the community.
• Shift our marketing efforts from just marketing Estes Park as a family destination and tap into a
different niche of potential guests.
• We need to be aware of the following when considering bigger events in Town
o Events that add to the Estes Park Brand
o Timing of event is key
o Unique events to Estes Park (Frozen Dead Guy Days in Lyons)
o Highlight existing things in Estes Park and what we have to offer (RMNP, Wildlife, etc)
o Shift from Summer season to Winter season
o Overall partnering in community, communication, and awareness is our key to success
Potential Big Events in Estes Park:
• Painted Animal (Elk, horse)
• Western Heritage Festival- multiple locations in Town
• Create a "February Fest"- enhance romance in Estes Park
• Cultural Events (Cinco De Mayo)
• Equine Festival
• Flower/Garden Festival (America in Bloom)
• Tie events together with common themes
• Wellness- Utilize assets already in Estes Park
• Climbing Festival/competition
• Fly Fishing Expo
Next Meeting Notes:
Friday, April 25th from 10-12pm, at the Estes Park Museum
Things to think about
• Who should "own" these events?
• Group exercise of how we're going to move forward with the collected data
• Start to identify event criteria and the next steps!
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Town Administrator Lancaster
From: Derek Fortini, Museum Director and Curator of Exhibits
Date: April 24, 2014
RE: Museum Quarterly Report
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Background:
Attendance Highlights
Month of January
The Sandzen in Estes Park exhibit continues to be a draw for the community as
reflected in great attendance at the gallery tours and Art Eats program offered in
January.
Month of February
Our Curator of Education facilitated a program in a Kindergarten class at the
Estes Park Elementary School. The program was about Enos Mills and an eight -
year -old girl that made the historic ascent of Longs Peak in 1905. The children
connected the story about Enos Mills to John Muir, another historical
conservationist that they were learning about. The group discussed the idea of
having goals and then used shoes from the Education Collection to compare and
contrast uses and activities using the historical artifacts.
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The Museum and Estes Valley Library co -sponsored an historical reenactment of
Eleanor Roosevelt. The program was prefaced by Curator Mittelman presenting
on the home -front efforts by Estes Park during WWII. The program attracted 105
people.
Collection Highlights
In the first quarter of 2014 the Museum lifted the one year collections hold on
donations and have already received numerous additions to the collection.
Some highlight donations include a Herb Thompson watercolor and three Lyman
Byxbe prints. The Museum has also loaned four artifacts to the Boulder History
Museum for their Evolution of Activewear exhibit that runs through late August.
The Curator of Collections has converted some audio interviews and programs
from cassette tapes to digital files for better preservation and ease of access.
Thanks to fundraising by the Museum Friends and Foundation, the Museum also
recently received 15 new digital environmental monitors which have been put in
place throughout each facility to more comprehensively monitor each
environment.
Exhibits
Ongoing Temporary Exhibits
Estes Park celebrated the arrival of Swedish artist Birger Sandzen (1871 — 1954)
in 1925, when he helped establish and teach for a branch of Denver's Chapel!
School of Art. Sandzen was fascinated by the challenges of depicting the
beautiful local landscape, and would continue to summer in Estes Park until his
death in 1954. Discover how the renowned artist, often referred to as "America's
Van Gogh," inspired the community of Estes Park artists with his enthusiasm for
art enrichment. The temporary exhibit Sandzen in Estes Park will feature
paintings and graphics of the mountainscapes for which Sandzen became so
well-known. On display through August 3, 2014.
Upcoming Exhibit - Climb On!
Experience the vertical side of Estes Park, home to some of the nation's most
spectacular rock climbing. Granite boulders, sub -alpine crags, and high
mountain walls make the Estes valley and surrounding high peaks a world class
training ground for elite and amateur climbers alike. Learn about ascending
rocky terrain and how individuals pioneered local routes that pushed the limits of
gravity. The new exhibit, Climb On!, will open September 26, 2014 and continue
through October 4, 2014. This exhibit is in support of Rocky Mountain National
Park's Centennial celebration.
Permanent Gallery Renovations
In March, local artist Michael Young completed another "rock" to the Stories
Under the Stars exhibit space. This action was brought about after listening to
visitor requests about the year -old exhibit that there needs to be more user
friendly seats for adults. The additional "rock" can be seen on the left side in the
•hoto•ra•hs of the exhibit below.
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Outside the Museum
The Estes Valley Recreation and Park District asked for help from the Museum to
collaboratively produce three text panels that will be installed on the Lake Estes
Trail near the Matthews -Reeser Bird Sanctuary. The Museum is in charge of
including historic information about the formation of the Lake and a short history
of floods in the area for two of the panels. The third will include information about
the Matthews -Reeser Bird Sanctuary.
Upcoming Programs
April 27, 1:30 — 4:30 p.m. Photo Preservation Drop -In Hours (workshop). The
Museum will offer space and instruction on how to organize a collection of your
photographs in a format and design you will cherish for years to come. Archival -
quality "Heritage Book Starter Kits" are available for sale or simply bring in your
own supplies and work with others in a fun and creative environment. This is a
great time of year to make the effort to preserve your photographs. Staff is on
hand to assist and make quality copies of images for you at $0.50 per sheet of
paper. Cost is $5 for general admission or $3 for Members of the Museum
Friends. No reservations are necessary. The Museum will provide the space
and supply tables, scissors, and a paper cutter. Participants are welcome to
bring along their own materials or purchase other archival supplies in the
Museum Shop. Museum staff is here to help.
May 5, 1 — 2 p.m., Meet Me @ the Museum: An Explanation about the Hermit of
Hermit Park (staff -led program). Take part in a discussion that explores the
history of Hermit Park located south of U.S. Highway 36 east of Estes Park. Was
there really a hermit that lived there? Who was he? Is it true that he was
lynched for livestock rustling? Join Director and Curator of Exhibits Derek Fortini
as he presents initial research discovering who "Dutch Louie" was, how he
became known as a "hermit," and how his life ended. No reservations are
necessary for this free program in the Museum Meeting Room.
Meet Me @ the Museum encourages all of us to be curious about the history of
sites, events, and those who came before us in Estes Park. Museum staff will
aim to include the community in their local history findings once a month.
Discussions will be on -site at the Museum or participants may assemble at the
Museum and then embark by foot, bike or caravan to other location(s) in the
Estes valley. Get involved with the Museum staff's topic of choice by
participating in Meet Me @ the Museum events on the first Monday of every
month.
May 17, 10 — 11:30 a.m., Block Printing with Children and Families (workshop).
In a special class led by Curator of Education Alicia Mittelman and Estes Park
printmaker Tom Blaue children and their families will learn about the process of
block printing. Participants will watch a demonstration by the artist; view
historical works created by the late Estes Park artist Dorothy C. Scott, and make
their own finished print suitable for framing. Open to children ages five years and
up. Cost is $3 per child and $5 per adult payable on the day of the
program. Registration is encouraged as materials are limited.
June 2, 1 — 2 p.m., Meet Me @ the Museum (staff -led program). Presented by
Curator of Collections Bryon Hoerner; topic to be decided.
Meet Me @ the Museum encourages all of us to be curious about the history of
sites, events, and those who came before us in Estes Park. Museum staff will
aim to include the community in their local history findings once a month.
Discussions will be on -site at the Museum or participants may assemble at the
Museum and then embark by foot, bike or caravan to other location(s) in the
Estes valley. Get involved with the Museum staff's topic of choice by
participating in Meet Me @ the Museum events on the first Monday of every
month.
Other Highlights
In February of 2014, Director/Curator of Exhibits Fortini and Curator of Education
Mittelman were invited by the Estes Park Middle School history teachers to help
judge a number of student projects created for a regional competition hosted by
the University of Colorado called National History Day in Colorado. Both staff
members contributed constructive criticism to help the students and built much
rapport with the staff at the Middle School.
Estes Park Museum January, 2014
January 2014 Attendance
Gallery/Office Visitors 560
Hydroplant Visitors 0
Programs and Tours —Museum 38
Programs and Tours—Hydroplant 0
Group Meetings and Rentals 286
Total Attendance & Programs —Museum & Hydroplant 884
Programs and Tours Capacity 65
Programs and Tours Percentage Utilization 58
Museum & Hydroplant Programs/Tours-Detail:
1-6 Meet Me @ The Museum "Early Artist Community" 11
1-10 "Sandzen in Estes Park" Gallery Tour 4
1-11 "Sandzen in Estes Park" Gallery Tour 7
1-12 "Sandzen in Estes Park" Gallery Tour 5
1-26 "Art Eats" Program 11
Group Meetings and Rentals -Detail:
1-4 Wool Market Special Event Meeting 17
1-6 Sales Tax Initiative Brainstorm and Discussion 7
1-8 Community Services Budget Explanation 8
1-8 Bernard Gillett Oral History Interview 3
1-9 Museum Friends Board Retreat 15
1-14 CVB Ambassadors 32
1-14 EPPD 10
1-16 Rooftop Rodeo Committee 39
1-21 Museum Friends Book Meeting 3
1-21 Creative Arts District 29
1-23 Estes Park Museum Friends Board Meeting 14
1-25 Tea Party Meeting 80
1-28 EPPD 7
1-28 Oliver Financial Group 8
1-30 Special Events Committee Meeting 14
Total Attendance Year -to -Date:
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Total January Attendance
Estes Park Museum
2010 619
2011 786
2012 449
2013 500
2014 884
From November through April, the Estes Park Museum is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday. From May through October,
the Museum is open seven days a week. The Historic Fall River Hydroplant is open from Memorial Day through Labor
Day, Tuesday through Sunday.
Estes Park Museum February, 2014
February 2014 Attendance
Gallery/Office Visitors 556
Hydroplant Visitors 0
Programs and Tours —Museum 29
Programs and Tours—Hydroplant 0
Group Meetings and Rentals 286
Total Attendance & Programs —Museum & Hydroplant 871
Programs and Tours Capacity 50
Programs and Tours Percentage Utilization 58
Museum & Hydroplant Programs/Tours-Detail:
2-2 "Art Eats" Program 6
2-3 Meet Me @ The Museum "Behind the Scenes Tour" 5
2-5 Kindergarten Outreach Program "Enos Mills" 16
2-16 "Photo Preservation Drop -In Hours" 2
Group Meetings and Rentals -Detail:
2-6 Creative Arts District 4
2-11 CVB Ambassadors 31
2-11 EPPD 24
2-13 Coolest Car Show in Colorado Meeting 6
2-13 Creative Arts District 5
2-14 Leder Wedding Rehearsal 20
2-15 Leder/ Patterson Wedding 65
2-20 Rooftop Rodeo Committee 42
2-21 Board of Realtors 40
2-24 Museum Friends Book Meeting 3
2-25 Estes Park in Bloom 7
2-25 Rooftop Rodeo Intern Meeting 12
2-27 Events Focus Committee 16
2-27 Estes Park Museum Friends Board Meeting 11
Total Attendance Year -to -Date:
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Estes Park Museum
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2010 1,066
2011 1,547
2012 1,462
2013 1,336
2014 1,755
From November through April, the Estes Park Museum is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday. From May through October,
the Museum is open seven days a week. The Historic Fall River Hydroplant is open from Memorial Day through Labor
Day, Tuesday through Sunday.
Estes Park Museum March, 2014
March 2014 Attendance
Gallery/Office Visitors 611
Hydroplant Visitors 0
Programs and Tours —Museum 113
Programs and Tours—Hydroplant 0
Group Meetings and Rentals 221
Total Attendance & Programs —Museum & Hydroplant 945
Programs and Tours Capacity 125
Programs and Tours Percentage Utilization 90
Museum & Hydroplant Programs/Tours-Detail:
3-3 Meet Me @ The Museum "Teaching with Objects" 6
3-8 "Eleanor Roosevelt: What are We Fighting For" 105
3-16 "Photo Preservation Drop -In Hours" 2
Group Meetings and Rentals -Detail:
3-1 Wiseman Party 25
3-4 Coolest Car Show in Colorado Committee 6
3-11 CVB Ambassadors 37
3-14 Fall River Coalition Meeting 60
3-18 Coolest Car Show in Colorado Committee 3
3-20 Museum Friends Liaison Meeting 6
3-20 Downtown Coalition Meeting 9
3-20 Rooftop Rodeo Committee 36
3-21 Tommy Caldwell Oral History Interview 3
3-25 EPPD 5
3-26 Creative Arts District 5
3-27 Special Events Committee Meeting 14
3-27 Estes Park Museum Friends Board Meeting 12
Total Attendance Year -to -Date:
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400
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Total March Attendance
Estes Park Museum
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
2010 1,565
2011 1,973
2012 2,435
2013 2,216
2014 2,700
From November through April, the Estes Park Museum is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday. From May through October,
the Museum is open seven days a week. The Historic Fall River Hydroplant is open from Memorial Day through Labor
Day, Tuesday through Sunday.
Estes Park Museum Quarter I 2014
January 2014 Attendance
Gallery/Office Visitors 560
Hydroplant Visitors 0
Programs and Tours —Museum 38
Programs and Tours—Hydroplant 0
Group Meetings and Rentals 286
Total January Attendance 884
February 2014 Attendance
Gallery/Office Visitors 556
Hydroplant Visitors 0
Programs and Tours —Museum 29
Programs and Tours—Hydroplant 0
Group Meetings and Rentals 286
Total February Attendance 871
March 2014 Attendance
Gallery/Office Visitors 611
Hydroplant Visitors 0
Programs and Tours —Museum 113
Programs and Tours—Hydroplant 0
Group Meetings and Rentals 221
Total March Attendance 945
Total Quarter I Attendance
Quarter I Attendance
Gallery/Hydroplant/Office visitors mus Programs/tours t''1 Rentals
January
February March
Total Attendance Year -to -Date:
2010 1,565
2011 1,973
2012 2,435
2013 2,216
2014 2,700
2,700
From November through April, the Estes Park Museum is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday. From May through October,
the Museum is open seven days a week. The Historic Fall River Hydroplant is open from Memorial Day through Labor
Day, Tuesday through Sunday.
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TOWN OF ESTES PARK
Community Development
Memo
To: Community Development/Community Services Committee
Town Administrator Lancaster
From:
Date:
RE:
Alison Chilcott, Community Development Director
April 24, 2014
Community Development Quarterly Report
Community Development provides seven core governmental services: Building Safety;
Addressing; Floodplain Management; Signage; Long -Range Planning; Planning for the
Present; and Land Use Nuisances. The department has seven full-time staff.
BUILDING SAFETY: Promote a safe built environment to (1) minimize loss of life and injury to the
general public and emergency responders; and (2) reduce property damage and destruction.
V The quarterly building permit and inspection activity reports are attached. The first quarter
of the month is in line with the typical winter season, i.e. less activity than warmer months.
V Senior Building Permit Technician Charlie Phillips continues to complete all residential plan
reviews freeing time for Will Birchfield, Chief Building Official/Floodplain Manager to devote
the bulk of his time to floodplain management/flood recovery.
V Staff has also contracted out some of the commercial plan reviews to local firms in an effort
to stay within our plan review performance standard timeframes. For example, our
performance standard for residential plan review is five days and twenty-eight days for
large commercial projects. Given the demands of flood recovery a few plan reviews have
exceed performances standards this quarter.
ADDRESSING: Enhance public safety through the easy and rapid location of properties by law
enforcement, fire, rescue, and emergency medical personnel within the Town of Estes Park.
V We continue to improve the Town's official addressing system, finalizing addressing
policies and updating addressing procedures and forms.
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✓ The new GIS addressing system, which allows for broader access to the official address
system by Town staff and other agencies, is being expanded to include links to subdivision
plats within the Estes Valley.
FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT: Minimize death, injury, and losses to public and private property due
to flooding,
✓ The Association of State Floodplain Managers, a national professional organization,
selected Will Birchfield as National Floodplain Manager of the Year! This prestigious
honor is bestowed annually upon just one local floodplain manager in the entire nation.
Spring Runoff Preparations
✓ Emergency Watershed Protection Program Exigent Projects (NRCS). These are projects
funded by the Natural Resource Conservation Service to protect life and property.
• Completed work at two of the six exigent sites in Town limits, Fall River 1 (River's Edge)
and Fall River 4 (Summerset).
• Hauled rock from CDOT blast site, staged at Cherokee Draw at Lake Estes to be used
for both Town and County exigent projects.
• Local 12.5% match paid by private property owners.
✓ Immediate Threat Action (FEMA Public Assistance). This is FEMA funding for aggradation
removal in areas threatened from spring -runoff.
• Walsh Environmental completed the necessary FEMA Threat Assessment to identify
additional measures needed to protect from spring runoff within Town limits. This
involved a number of joint site visits with FEMA, Corps, Town, and Walsh staff and input
from multiple Town departments.
• As with the NRCS exigent work Community Development is leading the project. Public
Works is assisting with contractor selection and additional support as needed. Bids
have been solicited.
• Most of the work is on private property and is intended to increase river/stream
conveyance capacity. We teamed up with volunteers from Mountain Outreach to obtain
necessary private property owner permission to work on their land to protect them and
their neighbors.
• Work includes a 12.5% local match to be paid by the Town.
✓ Aggradation Study (US Army Corps of Engineers)
• Requested and obtained assistance from the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE).
USAGE studied aggradation and correlated changes to base flood (i.e., 100-year) water
• Fully funded by the Corps.
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Long -Term Flood Recovery/Resiliency
✓ Master Planning
■ Organized Fall River and Fish Creek Coalition Meetings. Held kick off meetings for Fall
River and Fish Creek Master Plans. These coalitions can work together to address short
stabilization and long-term rehabilitation needs, which is central to recovery.
■ Suggested ways to coordinate the interrelated Fish Creek Public Infrastructure Project
with the Fish Creek Master Plan project.
✓ Master Plan Implementation
■ Due dates to submit Notices of Intent for FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant funds, which
can be used to implement master plans, are due prior to completion of the master plans.
■ Community Development, with assistance from Walsh Environmental and input from the
Town Public Works Department, identified and submitted Notices of Intent for
approximately $20 million in potential projects.
■ Potential projects to mitigation future flooding downtown, along Fall River and Fish
Creek include: increasing channel capacity, channel stabilization, easement and/or land
purchase, bridge and culvert improvements.
FEMA Flood Insurance Program
✓ Began pursuing funding a new detailed Flood Insurance Study since our current study is
now out of date and not accurate.
SIGNAGE: Protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public by (1) ensuring the signage is safe and
(2) is compatible with adjacent land uses and the total visual environment of the Estes Valley.
✓ Created a new handout providing information about political signs which was widely
distributed prior to the April 1st election.
✓ Created a new handout providing information about both Town and County real estate sign
requirements and distributed to the Board of Realtors.
✓ No work has been complete on sign code simplification originally budgeted for 2014. Funds
were reallocated to floodplain management. For now, staff is focusing on updating and
creating handouts that explain the sign code in laymen's terms.
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ESTES VALLEY LONG RANGE MASTER PLANNING: Create more convenient, equitable, healthy,
efficient, and attractive places for present and future generations. Articulate a desired future to inform decision -
making today.
✓ The Comprehensive Plan modernization was put on hold following the 2013 flood. The
project is now active and staff presented the following chapters at the March Planning
Commission Meeting: Community -Wide Policies, Action Plan, most Neighborhood Plans
and the Letter of Introduction/Acknowledgements. Staff anticipates completing most of the
other chapters during the second quarter. Modernization continues to be well received by
the community, Planning Commission, Town Board, and County Commission.
✓ Stream/River Master Planning/Resiliency activities are described in floodplain management
above.
PLANNING FOR THE PRESENT: Provide for the coordinated and harmonious development of the
Estes Valley, which will, in accordance with present and future needs, best promote health, safety, order,
convenience, prosperity and general welfare, as well as efficiency and economy.
✓ The Development Review Team continues to function well, meeting weekly for an hour.
✓ Completed development review of a number of large projects, including the Stanley
Anschutz Wellness Center and Mountain River Townhomes.
✓ Began initial discussions with Slate Communications to completely revamp our
development review webpages with the goal of better meeting user needs. This will include
outreach to and input from developers, architects, engineers and the general public. We
update development review information weekly on our website and want to make sure it is
in the most accessible format possible.
✓ Drafted the second annual Development Activity report for distribution to interested
organizations such as Estes Park Board of Realtors, Association for Responsible
Development, and the Estes Park Economic Development Corporation, with distribution in
May. This is anticipated to result in a broader community understanding of development
activity trends.
NUISANCES: Eliminate nuisances detrimental to the health, safety, convenience, and general welfare
of the citizens, on private property within the Estes Valley, such as waste accumulation, unsanitary
conditions, and noxious weeds.
✓ Hired Wes Reichardt as a full-time Code Compliance Officer in March 2014.
✓ Phil Kleisler, hired for a combined Code Compliance Officer/Planner in 2013, will transition
to a full-time Planner.
✓ Floodplain management and proactive vacation home enforcement was the primary focus
during this past quarter.
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✓ Outreach: Staff presented at the Noon Rotary Club, Visit Estes Park Board of Directors and
the Association for Responsible Development. The presentations provided a summary of
the last year and an opportunity to receive feedback on the direction of the code
compliance program.
✓ Proactive efforts on vacation homes and junk accumulation link directly to the community
input the Town elicited in March 2013. These efforts were well received by the groups.
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
✓ Estes Valley Planning Commission. Regular monthly meetings held.
✓ Estes Valley Board of Adjustment. Regularly monthly meetings held in January and
February, no March meeting.
✓ Town of Estes Park Board of Appeals. No meetings this quarter.
✓ Town of Estes Park Creative Sign Board. Partially seated. No meetings for the past
couple years or this quarter.
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Arapaho 100th Anniversary
Arapaho Expedition 1914
Saturday, August 9 & Sunday August 10, 2014
Bond Park, Estes Park, CO
DRAFT
Bond Park-
Sat/Sun
*Note Friday Set up in
Bond Park at 3:00 p.m.
and Sunday tear down
at 5:00 p.m.
Friday afternoon: Booth Set up from 3:00 p.m. to dark. Set up along east
side of Bond Park (leave stage area open for presenters and Grand Entry
and Dancers)
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.(Sat/Sun)
Vendors from the Wind River Reservation
Shared booth Rocky Mountain Nature Association/Rocky Mountain
National Park
(security person will watch booths from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. overnight
both Fri/Sat night)
Sunday : 5:00 p.m. to dark. Remove booths and Clean Up
Fall River Visitor
Center- Both Days
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Art Show
—Wind River Reservation Artists
Saturday Bond Park -
Educational Programs
*2 buses will pick up students/staff at YMCA of the Rockies to take to Bond Park at 9:00 a.m.
7:00-9:00 A.M.
Breakfast at YMCA of the Rockies
9:00 A.M.
Buses pick up students/teachers/chaperones at YMCA
10:00 A.M.-
12:00 P.M.
Welcome--
Jackie Dorothy -Wind River Reservation , Andy Cowell —University of Colorado &
Sue Langdon-National Park Service
Prayer —
Luella White -Arapaho Elder, Northern Arapaho
Master of Ceremonies -
William "Icky John" C'Hair, Arapaho Language Teacher -Village Crier
Arapaho Business Council-- Overview
Arapaho History —
Mark Soldierwolf, Arapaho Historian
Tribal Sovereignty —
Representative Pat Goggles
Friday, First Arapaho —
Gary Collins, Wyoming Governor's Tribal Liaison
Recognition of descendants —
Sergio Maldonado
Sherman Sage History —
Andrea Clifford, descendant of Sherman Sage
12:00-1:30 P.M.
Lunch Break
1:30 P.M.-3:00
P.M.
Educational
Precession/Dance
Program with
Educational
Explanation of
dances
Honor Guard —Arapaho Legion
Flag Song —Eagle Drum
Gourd Dance
Drum Groups— Arapaho Nation & Eagle Drum
Grand Entry
Dancers -various categories
Round Dance
Saturday Rocky Mountain National Park
Afternoon Educational Program (following Bond Park ceremonies)
3:00 P.M.
Educational Programs —
RMNP for Arapaho
Students & Arapaho Guests
Bus #1 & % Bus #2 —Students/Teachers staying at the YMCA of the
Rockies. Overflow of Participants —Encouraged to car pool to Upper
Beaver Meadows
Bus to Upper Beaver
Meadows
Arapaho/Apache Battle site—Education/Interpretation of site
4:30 P.M.
Bus # 1 & 2 drops students off at YMCA or the Rockies
5:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.
Dinner at YMCA of the Rockies
6:00 P.M
Community Round Dance (Green Space in front of dining hall at YMCA)
Evening Educational Program Rocky Mountain National Park (Saturday)
Beaver Meadows Visitor
Center 7:30 p.m.
Merle Hass —Storytelling
Chiefs documentary viewing
Arapaho Names and Trails presentation —Andy Cowell & Alonzo Moss
Sunday Rocky Mountain National Park
Educational Program
7:00 A.M. -9:00 A.M
Breakfast at YMCA of the Rockies Bus #1 & Bus #2 pick up
participants at YMCA of the Rockies at 9:00 A.M.
9:00 A.M- 5:30 P.M.
Estes Park to Grand Lake on Trail Ridge Road following the route
of the Arapaho Expedition.
Educational stops along the road:
• Rainbow Curve —bathroom break & flood history (alluvial fan)
• Children's trail (Hike/jog & history of name)
• Iceberg Pass or Lava Cliffs (view of dog trail)
• Gore Range or Medicine Bow Curve (Specimen
Mountain/Mountain that smokes)
• Colorado River Trail (time permitting & history of Arapaho
stay at Squeaky Bob's cabin)
• Grand Lake— (battle story)
Picnic lunch at Grand Lake.
On return trip stop at Alpine Visitor Center to look at Education
Exhibits & bathroom break. Return to YMCA of the Rockies and
educational survey.