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BOARD OF TRUSTEES - TOWN OF ESTES PARK
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
7:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
(Any person desiring to participate, please join the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance).
AGENDA APPROVAL.
PUBLIC COMMENT. (Please state your name and address).
TOWN BOARD COMMENTS / LIAISON REPORTS.
TOWN ADMINISTRATOR REPORT.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Bills.
2. Town Board Minutes dated April 23, 2019 and Town Board Study Session Minutes
dated April 23, 2019.
3. Family Advisory Board Minutes dated April 4, 2019 (acknowledgement only).
4. Intergovernmental Agreement with CDOT for Safe Routes to School, Graves Avenue.
5. Local Marketing District Appointment for a term expiring December 31, 2022.
REPORTS AND DISCUSSION ITEMS: (Outside Entities).
1. ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK UPDATE. Superintendent Sidles & PAO
Patterson.
2. FIRE DISTRICT UPDATE. Fire Chief Wolf
PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS: Items reviewed by Planning Commission or staff for
Town Board Final Action.
1. ACTION ITEMS:
A. ORDINANCE 08-19 AMENDING THE ESTES VALLEY DEVELOPMENT CODE,
§4.4 ADDING AN "EVENT FACILITY" USE TO THE A (ACCOMMODATIONS)
AND THE CO (OUTLYING COMMERCIAL) ZONING DISTRICTS, AND §13.2
ADDING A DEFINITION OF "EVENT FACILITY". Planner Woeber.
Adding an "Event Facility" Use to the A (Accommodations) as an S1 Special
Review and the CO (Outlying Commercial) Zoning Districts as a by-right permitted
use, and also add a definition of "Event Facility."
Prepared 05-03-2019
*Revised 05-10-2019
**Revised 05-13-2019
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NOTE: The Town Board reserves the right to consider other appropriate items not available at the time the agenda was
prepared.
B. ORDINANCE 09-19 AMENDING THE ESTES VALLEY DEVELOPMENT CODE,
§9.2 AND §9.3 TO REMOVE RESTRICTIONS THAT LIMIT PLANNED UNIT
DEVELOPMENTS TO THE CO (OUTLYING COMMERCIAL) ZONING
DISTRICT. Planner Woeber.
Chapter 9, Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) of the Code would be amended so
that PUDs would no longer be limited to only the CO (Outlying Commercial)
Zoning Districts.
C. ORDINANCE 10-19 AMENDING THE ESTES VALLEY DEVELOPMENT CODE,
§3.8 TO REVISE THE NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES PROPOSED THAT
WOULD REQUIRE DEVELOPMENT PLAN REVIEW. Planner Woeber.
Revise the number of parking spaces that would trigger a staff level development
plan review. The current standard is 10-20 spaces, the proposed standard is 3-20
spaces.
D. ORDINANCE 11-19 AMENDING THE ESTES VALLEY DEVELOPMENT CODE
§3.2 TO CLARIFY AND DEFINE PROCEDURES, APPLICABILITY, AND
REQUIREMENTS FOR NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY MEETINGS.
Planner Woeber.
Address applicability, posting of notice, and other requirements.
ACTION ITEMS:
1. RESOLUTION 12-19 RATIFYING THE 2018 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE AS
AMENDED AND ADOPTED BY THE ESTES VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION
DISTRICT (EVFPD). Director Hunt and Fire Chief Wolf.
Per IGA with the EVFPD, the Town and County are required to ratify the latest
amendments to International Fire Code. EVFPD Board approved the amendments on
February 27, 2019.
2. SETTING THE PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR ORDINANCE 12-19 ADOPTING THE
2018 MODEL TRAFFIC CODE. Director Muhonen.
Setting the Public Hearing for June 11, 2019.
3. LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR THE 2019 FEDERAL LANDS ACCESS PROGRAM
(FLAP) GRANT FOR FALL RIVER TRAIL. Director Muhonen.
4. LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR THE 2019 FLAP GRANT FOR MORAINE AVENUE.
Director Muhonen.
5. LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR THE 2019 BUILD GRANT FOR BIG THOMPSON
RIVER CHANNEL WORK AND BRIDGE REPLACEMENT. Director Muhonen.
ADJOURN.
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Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, April 23, 2019
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 23rd day of April, 2019.
Present: Todd Jirsa, Mayor
Cody Rex Walker, Mayor Pro Tem
Trustees Carlie Bangs
Marie Cenac
Patrick Martchink
Ron Norris
Ken Zornes
Also Present: Frank Lancaster, Town Administrator
Travis Machalek, Assistant Town Administrator
Greg White, Town Attorney
Kimberly Disney, Recording Secretary
Absent: None
Mayor Jirsa called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and all desiring to do so, recited the
Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA APPROVAL.
It was moved and seconded (Walker/Cenac) to approve the Agenda with Action Item
7 to follow Planning Commission Items and the addition of Consent Item 13 and
Action Item 8, and it passed unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS.
Jennifer Waters/Town Citizen spoke in support of a Stormwater Utility in regards to water
containment and movement, federal grants, robust economy, and the downtown being
the current water storage area. She stated it would be a mistake to do nothing or to vote
down a stormwater master plan all together, and urged the Town to enact a utility scheme
based on impervious area to fund business grants and maintenance of neighborhoods.
TOWN BOARD COMMENTS
Trustee Norris stated the Estes Valley Planning Commission (EVPC) would meet May
21, 2019 with the regular meeting beginning at 6:00 p.m. He visited Cliffhanger Used
Books and encouraged citizens to visit, and congratulated Trustee Zornes on a recent
article in the Estes Park Trail Gazette.
Mayor Jirsa stated Platte River Power Authority hired a new General Council, Sarah
Dennison Leonard.
Trustee Bangs stated the Transportation Advisory Board (TAB) met multiple times
regarding parking issues and she met with Old Town Media regarding marketing
strategies for Broadband.
Trustee Cenac stated the Rooftop Rodeo Parade would be July 9, 2019, the application
could be found on the Rodeo’s website due by June 15, 2019.
Trustee Martchink stated the Parks Advisory Board met April 18, 2019. They discussed
the noxious weed ordinance and Estes Arts District provided an update on the Mountain
Heritage Festival held May 3, 2019. A Request for Proposals has been issued for utility
box decoration and parking structure banners.
TOWN ADMINISTRATOR REPORT.
Policy Governance Monitoring Report - Policies 3.3 And 3.7 Executive Limitations. Town
Administrator Lancaster Reported overall compliance with Policies 3.3 and 3.7. DRAFT3
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A request has been made to amend EVPC Bylaws lowering the one-year residency
requirements to allow an interested candidate to be eligible. Trustees determined to add
the amendment as an Action Item for a future Town Board meeting.
Town Clerk Williamson provided an update on recall petitions. The recall petition for
Mayor Jirsa was found insufficient as it lacks the required number of signatures, one
protest has been filed. The recall petition for Mayor Pro Tem Walker was found sufficient
with one protest filed to date.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Bills.
2. Town Board Minutes dated April 9, 2019 and Town Board Study Session Minutes
dated April 9, 2019.
3. Estes Valley Planning Commission Minutes dated March 19, 2019 and Study
Session Minutes dated March 19, 2019 (acknowledgement only).
4. Parks Advisory Board Minutes dated March 21, 2019 (acknowledgement only).
5. Transportation Advisory Board Minutes dated March 20, 2019 (acknowledgement
only).
6. Family Advisory Board Bylaws Update – Membership requirement change from
10-15 members to 7-10 members.
7. Intent to Annex Resolution 10-19 Wildfire Homes Addition, Public Hearing date
scheduled May 28, 2019.
8. Approval of CDOT Grant Agreement for One Battery-Electric Trolley and One
Charging Station Grant of $403,266 and Town Match of $69,810, Budgeted.
9. Letter of Support for Land Water Conservation Funds.
10. Amendment to the Voluntary Water System Transfer Agreement with Prospect
Mountain Water Company.
11. Acceptance of Town Administrator Policy Governance Monitoring Reports.
12. 2019 Street Overlay Program Contract Awarded to Coulson Excavating Co., Inc.,
for $1,217,796.00, Budgeted.
13. Estes Park Board of Appeals Appointment of Don Darling for a term expiring May
1, 2022.
Trustee Zornes sought clarification on publication requirements and processing of
Consent Item 7. It was moved and seconded (Zornes/Norris) to approve the
Consent Agenda, and it passed unanimously.
PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS: Items reviewed by Planning Commission or staff for
Town Board Final Action.
1. ACTION ITEMS:
A. ORDINANCE 06-19 AMENDING THE ESTES VALLEY DEVELOPMENT
CODE, SECTION 5.1.B VACATION HOMES (VHR) AND SECTION 5.1.U
BED AND BREAKFAST INNS (B&B). Mayor Jirsa opened the public hearing
and Code Compliance Officer Hardin presented Ordinance 06-19 amending
the Estes Valley Development Code (EVDC) Section 5.1.B VHRs and Section
5.1.U B&Bs. The Town has registered 744 VHRs and 20 B&Bs, the cap of 588
VHRs in residential zoning districts was met in May 2018 and there were
currently 38 applications on the wait list. It was deemed necessary to review
the regulations after two years of enforcing regulations for VHRs and one year
enforcing regulations for B&Bs. The amendments would remove outdated
information, clarify processes and timelines, expand the boundary for local
representatives, and add requirments for complying with wildlife ordinances
and sign codes. Trustees sought clarification on ownership transfers of VHRs.
They also discussed how transfers could affect property values, selling a home
as business, and the timeline for reviewing the cap on residentail zoned
registrations. Mayor Jirsa closed the public hearing and Town Attorney White
read the ordinance into the record. It was moved and seconded
(Norris/Zornes) to approve Ordinance 06-19, and it passed with Trustee
Martchink voting “no”.
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ACTION ITEMS:
1. RESOLUTION OF RESPECT 11-19 SUPPORT FOR LOCAL FIREFIGHTERS.
Town Administrator Lancaster presented Resolution 11-19 supporting and
thanking local firefighters and members of the Estes Valley Fire Protection District
and Glen Haven Fire Protection District. Town Administrator read the resolution
into the record and it was moved and seconded (Norris/Martchink) to approve
Resolution 11-19, and it passed unanimously.
2. ORDINANCE 07 - 19 EXTENDING THE TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON THE
APPLICATION AND REVIEW OF PARK AND RECREATION FACILITIES IN
RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS. Mayor Jirsa opened the public hearing and
Planner Woeber presented Ordinance 07-19 extending the temporary moratorium
on the application and review of Park and Recreation Facilities in residential zoning
districts. Following the continuation of Ordinance 05-19 to May 28, 2019, the
moratorium would provide further time for research and inventory of existing park
and recreation uses which may be impacted by code amendments.
Rick Ralph/Town citizen spoke in support of proposed Ordinance 05-19 and stated
the moratorium would be beneficial to the Town. He requested staff provide an
update to the Town Board on their progess at the May 9, 2019 Study Session.
Mayor Jirsa closed the public hearing and Town Attorney White read the ordinance
into the record. It was moved and seconded (Zornes/Norris) to approve
Ordinance 07-19, and it passed with Mayor Jirsa and Mayor Pro Tem Walker
voting “no”.
3. POLICY 851 COMPLETE STREETS.
Manager Hook presented Policy 851 Complete Streets created by Town staff and
the TAB. The policy would establish practices within Public Works to promote and
encourage the development of a multi-modal transportation network would provide
access to all users. Complete Streets principles would provide comprehensive,
safe, convenient, and comfortable routes for walking, bicycling, and public
transportation. In response to Town Board feedback at the February 12, 2019
Town Board Study Session, a public open house was held on March 20, 2019 to
inform the community about the proposed policy and receive public input. TAB
Chair Morris spoke about the positive public input received at the open house.
Tom Street/County citizen spoke as a member of TAB and stated hundreds of
communities in the country use a Complete Streets Policy and Public Works has
previously used the guidelines of this policy informally. Complete Streets considers
the whole space between lots and buildings at a location and considers people
and automobile movement.
It was moved and seconded (Zornes/Bangs) to approve Policy 851, and it
passed unanimously.
4. FEE WAIVER REQUEST - 444 STANLEY AVENUE, BUILDING PLAN REVIEW
& BUILDING PERMIT FEES. Planner Hathaway presented the fee waiver request
for 444 Stanley Avenue for building plan and permit fees associated with the
construction of a workforce housing development project. The Town Board
previously approved a fee waiver in the amount of $1,250.00 for the development
plan application fee. Additionally, the Town Board approved a 20% fee subsidy
request for water tap fees for this project. Per the fee estimate provided by the
Building Division, the estimated building permit and review fees amount to
$6,570.22 with a cost not to exceed $7,100.00 should additional plan reviews be
performed beyond second review. It was moved and seconded (Walker/Norris)
to approve the Fee Waiver Request for 444 Stanley Avenue as presented, and
it passed unanimously.
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5. HISTORICAL SIGN APPROVAL, ESTES PARK SUGAR SHACK, 153 VIRGINIA
DRIVE, ED GRUEFF/OWNER. Code Compliance Officer Hardin presented the
Historical Sign Application to restore the marquee sign to its original working order
for Estes Park Sugar Shack at 153 Virginia Drive. She detailed the history of
signage at 153 Virginia Drive and elements of the original sign. The proposed
restoration would include the repair of neon lights and replacement of 10’ lamps
with LEDs. The size of the legal non-conforming sign would remain the same.
Owner Ed Grueff spoke about his entrepreneurial spirit and his intention to create
an interactive candy store and bakery at the Sugar Shack.
Kent Smith/Town citizen spoke regarding the technical attributes of the sign and
historical materials which would be available.
It was moved and seconded (Martchink/Cenac) to approve the Historical Sign
Application for the Estes Park Sugar Shack, 153 Virginia Drive, and it passed
unanimously.
6. IDLEWILD WATER LEASE AGREEMENT.
Superintendent Eshelman presented the Idlewild Water Lease Agreement to lease
up to 3.5 acres feet of water per year to the Idlewild Water Users Association for
20 years. The residents of the Idlewild Subdivision no longer have access to
previous water sources due to demolition of the Idlewild Dam Water Pipeline as a
result of the 2013 flood. The Town’s water supply would not be jeopardized by
providing assistance to the Idlewild Water Users Association. It was moved and
seconded (Norris/Martchink) to approve the Idlewild Water Lease Agreement,
and it passed unanimously.
7. INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR SOLID WASTE PROGRAMMING
AND INFRASTRUCTURE AND IMPROVEMENTS. Town Administrator Lancaster
presented the Intergovernmental Agreement for Solid Waste Programming and
Infrastructure and Improvements. Due to the Larimer County landfill closure,
expected in the next five years, municipalities of Larimer County have worked
together to determine the best course of action. The IGA would provide a
coordinated strategic direction for waste management in the county, define roles
and commitments of each party, and provide a roadmap for waste management
moving forward. It was moved and seconded (Walker/Bangs) to approve the
IGA for Solid Waste Programming and Infrastructure and Improvements, and
it passed unanimously.
8. APPOINTMENT OF HEARING OFFICER FOR PROTESTS OF RECALL
PETITIONS. Mayor Jirsa and Mayor Pro Tem Walker recused themselves and
Trustee Norris was appointed Chair of the item. Town Attorney White presented
the appointment of Alicia Calderon, Loveland Deputy City Attorney, as the Hearing
Officer for protests filed for the recall petitions. The Town would enter into a
standard agreement with the City of Loveland for services. Protest hearings must
be concluded within 30 days of the recall petition being filed.
Charley Dickey/Town citizen stated he would withdraw the protest for the Maor
Jirsa recall petition.
It was moved and seconded (Martchink/Zornes) to appoint Alicia Calderon as
Hearing Officer for protests of recall petitions and authorize Town Attorney
White to execute the Agreement for legal services between the Town of Estes
Park and City of Loveland, and it passed with Mayor Jirsa and Mayor Pro Tem
Walker “abstaining”.
REPORT & DISCUSSION ITEMS:
1. BUILDING DIVISION IMPROVEMENTS AND PROGRESS. Director Hunt
provided an update on Building Division improvements and progress. He
highlighted amending Building Division workload, staffing struggles, delayed
implementation of Laserfiche, and review of contracted services with SafeBuilt. DRAFT6
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Trustee Norris requested any process drawings and feedback from building
contractors and SafeBuilt be provided to the Board.
Valery Thompson/Town Citizen appreciated the improvements and staff efforts but
spoke regarding delays she encountered with building permits for 444 Stanley
Avenue.
Whereupon Mayor Jirsa adjourned the meeting at 8:41 p.m.
Todd Jirsa, Mayor
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Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado April 23, 2019
Minutes of a Study Session meeting of the TOWN BOARD of the Town of
Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado. Meeting held at Town Hall in
Rooms 202/203 in said Town of Estes Park on the 23th day of April, 2019.
Board: Mayor Jirsa, Mayor Pro Tem Walker, Trustees Bangs,
Cenac, Martchink, Norris and Zornes
Attending: Mayor Jirsa, Mayor Pro Tem Walker, Trustees Bangs,
Cenac, Martchink, Norris and Zornes
Also Attending: Town Administrator Lancaster, Assistant Town Administrator
Machalek, Town Attorney White, and Recording Secretary
Beers.
Absent: None.
Mayor Jirsa called the meeting to order at 4:45 p.m.
STANLEY PARK MASTER PLAN.Staff stated the Master Plan represents the best
approach identified by the project team to accomplish project goals. Shannon Weber
with Design Concepts stated the Master Plan is intended to provide cohesive vision for
the property in its entirety. She highlighted main goals including consistent character to
the complex, improvements to roadways, parking, and sidewalks. The Plan incorporates
opportunities for art, educational pieces, historical and cultural awareness throughout
the complex. She reviewed Events Complex improvements to the shop and storage
buildings, the renovation of higher quality horse barns, maximizing the campground and
parking facilities, improvement to outdoor amenities for festivals and special events and
providing direct and safe routes between amenities for pedestrians and vehicles. The
Plan incorporates the Museum expansion and historical structures as well as Stanley
Park recreational improvements and a future daycare facility. Two site concepts were
reviewed and provided to the public for input. The distinguishing component between
the concepts was the incorporation of the EPIC Performing Arts facility. Due to lack of
funding, EPIC withdrew from the project leading to the redevelopment of the Plan with
an alternative use of the space. Public outreach was provided through stakeholder input
meetings, farmers market booths, online and mailed surveys, neighborhood public
meetings and open houses, and staff review meetings. The Final Master Plan creates a
cohesive interconnected facility with ample screening and blockage for events. An
Outdoor Amphitheatre is in the design with extra space for a stage. Room has been
provided for tents allowing space to be more outdoor/festive and versatile for all
different types of events. A bridal path was created as a way to separate the
pedestrians from the arenas which is used to run horses. Interpretive signage would be
carried throughout the complex. Additionally, the plan incorporates the existing
pathways at Fish Creek Road down US36 from the Museum to the future roundabout
and dog park to the underground walkway leading to Lake Estes. A cost estimate was
provided to the Board with the project broken into five phases at a cost of approximately
$31 million.
Board comments have been summarized: how does the pedestrian walkway affect
security; whether staff received input from equestrians who utilize the space with
horses; concerns were heard from the Board regarding security and access to areas
where event participants may have horses or personal property; whether the price
includes reconstruction of the parking lot at Stanley Park; the Board questioned what
funding mechanisms might be available; and the importance of security for visitors, staff
and animals.
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PARKING UPDATE/SEASONAL PARKING ISSUES.Manager Solesbee provided a
progress update on implementing the Downtown Parking Management Plan (DPMP)
Phase I recommendations and developing Parking Management warrants. An
occupancy and turnover study for all Town-owned parking facilities would be conducted
June 1 – September 30, 2019. During the study staff would be utilizing fixed license
plate recognition (LPR), mobile LPR and video counting technologies. Staff would
implement real-time parking availability detection technology in five Town-owned lots
(636 spaces). She stated a website and mobile application have been developed to
view the parking detection and provide information to the public. The application would
provide a photo of the entrance to the parking lot and allow the viewer an option to open
their mobile devices navigation platform for directional assistance to the lot. Staff would
promote the application through a news release and encourage the public provide
feedback. Updates have been made to the Dynamic Message Sign to include graphics
for greater functionality. Staff are currently reviewing the concept of a parking
management warrant for implementation in Phase II. She provided an overview of the
parking management warrant which would include facility size, seasonal parking
occupancy for weekends and weekdays, seasonal duration or length of stay, proximity
to public transportation, traffic & congestion impact, facility usage, annual revenue
generation potential and existing parking management strategies. The scoring criteria
would include a numbering scale to determine if a specific location would require
change. The information would be presented fall 2019. Staff intends to hold two public
meetings to receive public input. Organizational liaisons would gather additional input
on the warrant. Transportation Advisory Board provided feedback on the warrant
criteria. She stated a peer city comparison can be added to the information retrieved in
the warrant. Data collected would be for informational purposes only to help staff
understand the use of the facility and demographics. Year-round enforcement was
requested at the February 12, 2019 study session which would require a change to the
existing code. She stated the next steps would include utilizing the parking management
warrant tool to conduct a warrant for each Town owned parking facility during the first
week in October and share those results and data collection at the first Town Board
meeting in October. Staff requested input on the warrant tool list criteria which the
Board requested contain more quantitative than qualitative data.
Board comments have been summarized: how does staff intend to test the application
prior to enforcement; important to know the warrant criteria prior to implementing paid
parking at specific locations; if data collected for informational purposes could provide
assistance should a public safety concern arise i.e. amber alerts with license plate
recognition; the cost to implement year-round enforcement; and the importance of
public outreach.
DISCUSSION OF POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS FOR FEDERAL LANDS ACCESS
PROGRAM (FLAP) AND BETTER UTILIZING INVESTMENTS TO LEVERAGE
DEVELOPMENT (BUILD) GRANTS. Director Muhonen presented grant opportunities
for Board review and input to determine which projects to submit applications towards.
He stated FLAP grants are announced every three years for projects which improve
transportation facilities providing access to, are adjacent to, or are located within
Federal lands. Staff provided project options for the FLAP grant including the Moraine
Avenue Multi-modal Improvements project at approximately $6 million and continued
construction of the Fall River Trail at approximately $5.3 million. The amount of
available funds would be $15 million. The Town Board directed staff to submit an
application for the Moraine Avenue project. Staff would need to identify the cost of
consulting support for the application they would apply towards. Director Muhonen
reviewed potential projects which could be submitted for BUILD funds, a nationwide,
competitive grant. Applications due are July 15
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the downtown corridor during construction. He stated the project could substantially and
quickly implement significant stormwater infrastructure improvements. The local match
could be met with the implementation of a stormwater management user fee or sales
tax. With implement of the stormwater fee, three years of revenue could be utilized as
the local match for the project. Due to the complexity of the application Director
Muhonen stated the Town would hire a consultant to prepare and submit the grant
application, and has received a proposal from AECOM in the amount of $33,420. No
2019 funds have been allocated for the consultant fees to build and submit grant
applications. A supplemental budget appropriation would be required.
Board comments have been summarized: what benefits exists for one project over the
other; the importance of discussing the stormwater fee with the County prior to making a
decision on submitting an application on Phase 2 of the Downtown Estes LOOP project;
researching other funding sources which could be utilized; and the need for public input.
The Board directed staff to obtain public input before bringing the proposal to the May
14, 2019 meeting.
PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE NOXIOUS WEEDS ORDINANCE.Code Compliance
Officer Hardin stated the noxious weeds ordinance was brought forward as a result of a
citizen request. The Colorado Noxious Weed Act mandates all municipalities have a
weed management plan which the Town does not currently have within the Municipal
Code. She reviewed the process of addressing noxious weed complaints. Once a
complaint has been received a site visit would be conducted to view the potential weeds
without entering the private property and photos taken. Contact would be attempted by
phone or a notice sent with photos of the weeds. If no mitigation occurs a notice of
violation would be issued with a summons to court approximately six months later and
outside a timeline where the weeds could have been managed or eliminated prior to
seasons changing and seeds disbursing. The draft ordinance would expedite the
process to address a noxious weeds complaint through a 10 day notice issued to the
property owner. If the weeds are not addressed within the noticed time a court order
would be issued mandating the Town address the weed infestation and bill the property
owner. Staff intends to model County enforcement process for consistency throughout
the Estes Valley. She added a campaign would be noticed to the public and sent
through social media. Additional public outreach would be done through utility bill inserts
and booklets.
Board comments have been summarized: concern over the language in the ordinance
allowing Town staff access to private property to inspect or address the weeds by
mandate of the court without owner permission; whether the Town is within compliance
on Town owned properties; the level of staff time involved to investigate and enforce the
ordinance by a single compliance officer, and how the Town compares with the County
and the Park or other municipalities for enforcing noxious weeds.
The Board directed staff to make revisions to the ordinance, obtain Parks Advisory
Board input on the process and gain information from other communities.
TRUSTEE & ADMINSTRATOR COMMENTS & QUESTIONS.
None.
FUTURE STUDY SESSION AGENDA ITEMS.
The Board was in agreement to add the Town auditors who report to the Board in the
Organizational Chart.
There being no further business, Mayor Jirsa adjourned the meeting at 6:44 p.m.
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Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, April 4, 2019
Minutes of a regular meeting of the Family Advisory Board of the Town of Estes Park,
Larimer County, Colorado. Meeting held in the Room 203 of the Estes Park Town Hall,
on the 4th day of April, 2019.
Present: Laurie Dale Marshall
Nancy Almond
Rachel Balduzzi
Carrie Brown
John Bryant
Michael Moon
Karen Randinitis
Jodi Roman
Andrea Escorcia – Youth in Action
Also Present: Ron Norris, Town Board Liaison
Travis Machalek, Assistant Town Administrator
Kimberly Disney, Recording Secretary
Absent: Courtney Hill
Tyler Schmitt
Guests: Claire Bouchard, United Way of Larimer County
Chair Marshall called the meeting to order at 3:45 p.m.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Christy DeLorme/Mountain Top Preschool & Child Care stated she would be applying to
the Family Advisory Board. She provided an update on the potential sale of 1250
Woodstock Drive, where Mountain Top has been located. Mountain Top’s current lease
should be honored through its term and a new location would be acquired if necessary,
for the preschool & child care center. Mountain Top has been licensed for children aged
2-12 operating weekdays and Saturdays. Currently 49 children have been enrolled with
two on a wait list. She also spoke about a positive experience she had with the Cub’s Den
at the Estes Valley Community Center. They were helpful when a situation arose with her
special needs daughter and cooperative in ensuring care of her daughter for future visits.
FAMILY CONNECTION OPPORTUNITIES:
Member Almond stated the Be Ready Fair would be April 13, 2019 at the Estes Park
Elementary School. The Town Board has been invited to participate in an activity with
children and the Month of the Young Child Proclamation. She also invited members of
the Board to attend.
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Family Advisory Board – April 4, 2019 – Page 2
Member Bryant stated the Kindergarten Round Up would be May 6, 2019 which would
provide for Board outreach with new students. Chair Marshall stated she would participate
in the event.
Member Moon stated House Bill 19-1052 was signed by Governor Polis enabling local
communities to establish early childhood development service districts to provide services
for children from birth to age 8. Chair Marshall suggested further discussion of a special
district be added to a future agenda.
LARIMER COUNTY UPDATE ON CCAP:
Chair Marshall stated the Larimer County Update on CCAP provided by Human Services
Deputy Director Heather O’Hayre would be rescheduled for a future meeting.
TRUSTEE LIAISON REPORT:
Trustee Norris stated the Town Board has begun Strategic Planning, which defines the
Town’s key outcome areas and objectives, Session #2 would be April 25, 2019 at 4:00
p.m. The Workforce Housing and Childcare Task Force met with stake-holder
organizations in town and prioritized a list of strategies to improve childcare and housing
issues. Community outreach would take place in April and a finalized list of strategies
would be provided to the Town Board in June 2019.
Trustee Bangs added the Strategic Planning process has been scheduled earlier in the
year and encouraged members to attend as involvement in the planning process would
be beneficial for the Family Advisory Board.
APPROVAL OF MARCH MINUTES:
Member Randinitis requested the minutes be amended to show her absence and Member
Almond requested the minutes be amended to show her attendance at the March
meeting. It was moved and seconded (Moon/Randinitis) to approve the March meeting
minutes with requested changes, and it passed unanimously.
2019 FOCUS AREA DISCUSSION:
Chair Marshall presented the discussion of the 2019 Focus Area “identifying barriers to
family success in Estes Park.” Board discussion has been summarized: the collection
process of family stories specifically identifying a level of anonymity, different family’s
characteristics, questions, and outreach; potential barriers of budget, housing for
seasonal and full-time residents, and employment opportunities in town; and what the
final objective would be and how barriers would be presented to the public and Town
Board. It was determined Chair Marshall, Member Moon and Assistant Town
Administrator Machalek would develop a project outline for further discussion at the May
meeting.
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Family Advisory Board – April 4, 2019 – Page 3
MEMBERSHIP UPDATE AND BOARD SIZE:
Assistant Town Administrator Machalek provided an update on Board membership. One
application has been submitted for the available positions, two member’s terms would
expire by the end of the month, and one member would soon resign. He suggested the
Board make a recommendation to the Town Board amending The Family Advisory Board
Bylaws, changing membership quantities from 10-15 members to 7-10 members. It was
moved and seconded (Almond/Balduzzi) to recommend an amendment to the Family
Advisory Board Bylaws regarding membership to the Town Board, and it passed
unanimously.
OTHER BUSINESS:
Member Almond stated Estes Valley Investment in Childhood Success has two support
groups for parents of children with special needs and provided an update on childcare
options in town.
Seeing no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:23 p.m.
NEXT MEETING
The next meeting of the Family Advisory Board would take place Thursday, May 2 at 3:30
p.m. in room 203 at Town Hall.
Kimberly Disney, Recording Secretary
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EEstes Valley Fire
Protection District
David Wolf, Ph.D.
Fire Chief
chief@estesvalleyfire.org
May 14, 2019
MMission
The mission of the Estes Valley Fire Protection
District is to provide the citizens and visitors to
the Estes Valley with superior fire prevention,
fire protection, and emergency services in a
safe and efficient manner
Our path and decisions are driven by this
mission
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DDis trict Origins
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Estes Park Volunteer Fire Department
All volunteer, founded in 1907
Formation of Estes
Valley Fire District
Passed in 2010
Cover nearly 70 sq mi,
including Estes Park
and unincorporated
Larimer County
Mutual aid
agreements with
adjacent jurisdictions
RMNP
Glen
Haven
Big
Elk Pinewood
Lyons
Loveland
LCSO
LCSO
LCSO
Estes
Valley
FFunding Sources?
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Sales Tax (7% from Town of Estes Park)
$842,413 revenue in 2018, 53% of total budget
Property Taxes (1.95 mils since 2010)
$473,000 home (median), Fire is $66 per year
$625,517 revenue in 2018, 40% of total budget
Figure from Winter 2018/2019 Estes Park Town Bugle
EExpenses
2018 Budget: $1,576,124
2019 Budget: $1,776,526
$250,000 from reserves
for capital project
Employees:
Overhead (2),
Operations (1),
Prevention (2)
Volunteer benefits in
Overhead
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WWhere Are We Now?
Five full time employees
Fire Chief
Fire Prevention & Education Division (2)
Suppression/Training Division (1)
Office Manager
Currently have 39 active volunteer members
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DDepar tment Facilities
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Station 1 –Hwy 36 & 7
Station 2 –Mills Dr
Training Center –Elm Rd
DDepar tment Apparatus
2 Structural Fire Engines
2 Water Supply Tenders
2 Wildland Engines
Aerial Ladder Truck
Heavy Rescue
Dive Rescue
2 Rescue Boats
4 Support Vehicles
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UUpcoming Apparatus –Truck 1
Retire 1989 ladder AND 2004 heavy rescue
Custom designed to fit our local needs
Capital purchase covered by existing revenues
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Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Total 440 433 483 448 525 551 482 648 650 596 618 685 720 637
Call Total By Year
Cumulative Total By Year
(call total at end of month)
Calls for Ser vice
2018 change in EMS
protocols to reduce
call volume by 10%
April 2019
2017
20182016
2015
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WWhat Do We Do? (more than fire…)
192 Medical
Assist to EPH
79 Motor Vehicle Crash
28 Tech Rescues
38 Fires
49 HazMat
131 Good Intent
RRecent Accomplishments
Experienced record call volume, adjusted
2017: Record calls for service
2018: Reduced by 10% through utilizing medical coding
Increased training hours and certifications
2016: 3,200+ hours of training
2017: 5,000+ hours of trainingHosted local certification Fire Academy
2018: 8,900+ hours of trainingHosted numerous courses to outside agencies
Service Quality Improvements
2018: Initiated residency program trialUtilizing additional volunteers for wildfire education
2019: Additional mutual aid agreements, increased capabilities
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2201 8: Residency Program
Up to two volunteers living at fire station
On duty minimum of 48 hours per week
During shift:
Work projects with staff
Training opportunities
Respond to calls
Off shift:
Available for calls
No cost to initiate program with existing members
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22019: Increased Capabilities
Firefighting
27 certified structural firefighters
32 certified wildland firefighters
Water Rescue
6 certified SCUBA divers
10 certified swift water swimmers
Hosting swift water training in 2019
Technical Rescue
8 rope rescue technicians
15 rope rescue operations level
Increased internal capabilities for Search & Rescue
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WWildfire
Education
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Free property
assessments
Handouts and flyers to
clarify messaging
PPulsePoint
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Free download
Increased situational
awareness for all
Track controlled burns
Notification of cardiac
arrest
Public places <1/4 mile
Goal to reduce time to
initiate care
No cost to initiate
program
EEmergency Notification -Locals
Receive emergency alerts for fires, floods, or
police activity
If you live in the area, go to leta911.org to set
up your account, locations, and contact info
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EEmergency Notification -Visitor s
Can text GO
EPALERTS to
888777 to opt in for
two weeks, which
will then
automatically clear
Please share with
any of your guests
who visit our
wonderful
community
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SSummar y
Fire District has recognized strong performance
since inception in 2010, continuing that trend
Long term strategic plan to keep up with
growing demands
Increased outreach and push for education to
help us decrease the risk to our citizens and
guests
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TThank you for your time
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Memo
To: Honorable Mayor Jirsa
Board of Trustees
Through: Town Administrator Lancaster
From: Jeffrey Woeber, Senior Planner
Date: May 14, 2019
RE: Ordinance No. 08-19: Amending the Estes Valley Development Code, §4.4
Adding an “Event Facility” Use to the A (Accommodations) and the CO (Outlying
Commercial) Zoning Districts and §13.2 Adding a Definition of “Event Facility”
(Mark all that apply)
PUBLIC HEARING ORDINANCE LAND USE
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT RESOLUTION OTHER______________
QUASI-JUDICIAL YES NO
Objective:
Add an “Event Facility” use to the Estes Valley Development Code (EVDC) as an S-1 Special
Review in the A (Accommodations) Zoning District and as a use-by-right in the CO (Outlying
Commercial) Zoning District. A definition of “Event Facility” would be added to Chapter 13,
Definitions.
Present Situation:
As a popular destination for weddings, anniversaries, reunions and the like, the Estes Valley
area has numerous existing venues and facilities in place to serve these types of functions and
events.
The Estes Valley Development Code (EVDC) currently does not address this type of use
directly, which staff will refer to as an “Event Facility.” That use, aka “Wedding Venue” or
similar, is not specifically defined in the EVDC, and not listed in the EVDC’s Permitted Uses
Tables (4-1 or 4-4).
Staff has researched what type of zoning approvals have been required to establish these
existing uses, and found that some were established prior to the EVDC adoption in 2000, and
some were established as a “Religious Assembly” use. These were predominantly identified as
“Wedding Venues,” or “Wedding Event Venues.”
There is also an accessory use allowed in the A (Accommodations), CD (Commercial
Downtown), and the CO (Commercial Outlying) nonresidential zoning districts that might have
been applicable in some cases. This accessory use, listed in Table 5-2 of the EVDC, is
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“Meeting rooms, banquet halls and similar group gathering spaces and uses.” However, the
vast majority of the existing Event Facility uses should appropriately be defined as a principal
use.
It is common, in many zoning codes for commercial properties to have more than one principal
use. A shopping center would be a classic example. “Accessory,” per the EVDC, is
“…customarily and clearly incidental and subordinate to the principal use…” This is a fairly
standard and accepted zoning practice.
It has become clear, in light of a recent review of a Development Plan application, and also
discussion of another possible upcoming application, that the EVDC needs to be amended to
address this use. Permitting these uses as has been done in past years is potentially
problematic. First, the “Religious Assembly” use in the EVDC is defined as “A place of
assembly for religious worship.” There are weddings that do not involve any religious worship.
It is also not uncommon for a “Wedding Venue” type facility to be made available for other types
of events, parties and functions, few of which are likely to involve religious worship. As
mentioned above, determining that a proposed “Event Facility” is always accessory to a hotel,
lodge, etc. is also an unsuitable approach.
Exhibit A is attached, detailing the specific amendments.
Proposal:
Amend the EVDC, Section 4.4 Nonresidential Zoning Districts, Table 4-4 Permitted Uses:
Nonresidential Zoning Districts, by adding an “Event Facility” Use to the A (Accommodations)
and the CO (Outlying Commercial) Zoning Districts. Also, add a Definition of “Event Facility” to
Section 13.2 Use Classifications/Specific Use Definitions and Examples.
Advantages:
Generally complies with the EVDC §3.3.D Code Amendments, Standards for Review.
Clarifies and defines a long-established type of use that is not currently adequately
addressed within the EVDC, and provides for a special review approval process for that use.
Disadvantages:
Adds slightly to Code length and complexity.
Action Recommended:
Staff is recommending approval of the proposed amendment as draft in Exhibit A.
The Estes Valley Planning Commission, at their April 16, 2019 meeting, forwarded a
recommendation of approval of the Code Amendment, by a vote of 6 – 0.
Finance/Resource Impact:
N/A
Level of Public Interest
Low. Any written comments will be posted to: www.estes.org/currentapplications
Sample Motion:
I move that the Town Board of Trustees approve the Estes Valley Development Code
amendment as stated in Ordinance No. 08-19, including findings as identified in the Ordinance.
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I move that the Town Board of Trustees deny the Estes Valley Development Code amendment
as stated in Ordinance No. 08-19, finding that… [state findings for denial]
I move that the Town Board of Trustees continue the Estes Valley Development Code
amendment as stated in Ordinance No. 08-19 to [date certain], in order that… [state direction to
staff pursuant to continuance]
Attachments:
Ordinance No. 08-19
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ORDINANCE NO. 08-19
AMENDING THE ESTES VALLEY DEVELOPMENT CODE §4.4 ADDING AN “EVENT
FACILITY” USE TO THE A (ACCOMMODATIONS) AND THE CO (OUTLYING
COMMERCIAL) ZONING DISTRICTS AND §13.2 ADDING A DEFINITION OF
“EVENT FACILITY”
WHEREAS, on April 16, 2019, the Estes Valley Planning Commission conducted
a public hearing on a proposed text amendment to the Estes Valley Development Code
Adding an “Event Facility” Use to the A (Accommodations) and the CO (Outlying
Commercial) Zoning Districts and Adding a Definition of “Event Facility”; and found that
the text amendment complies with Estes Valley Development Code §3.3.D Code
Amendments, Standards for Review; and
WHEREAS, on April 16, 2019, the Estes Valley Planning Commission voted to
recommend approval of the text amendment; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park finds the text
amendment complies with Estes Valley Development Code §3.3.D Code Amendments,
Standards for Review and has determined that it is in the best interest of the Town that
the amendment to the Estes Valley Development Code, as set forth on Exhibit A, be
approved; and
WHEREAS, said amendment to the Estes Valley Development Code is set forth
on Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
THE TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO:
Section 1: The Estes Valley Development Code shall be amended as more fully
set forth on Exhibit A.
Section 2: This Ordinance shall take effect and be enforced thirty (30) days after
its adoption and publication.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park,
Colorado this ____ day of _______________, 2019.
TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO
By:
Mayor
ATTEST:
Town Clerk
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I hereby certify that the above Ordinance was introduced and read at a regular meeting
of the Board of Trustees on the ________ day of _______________, 2019 and published
in a newspaper of general circulation in the Town of Estes Park, Colorado, on the
________ day of ____________, 2019, all as required by the Statutes of the State of
Colorado.
Town Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
CHAPTER 13. DEFINITIONS
§ 13.2 – USE CLASSIFICATIONS/SPECIFIC USE DEFINITIONS AND EXAMPLES
C. Use Classification/Specific Use Definitions and Examples. This Section sets forth
specific use classifications in alphabetical order. A general definition is typically provided for
each use classification, and in many instances examples are provided of specific uses that fall
within the broader use classification. When a specific use example is provided, the example
should satisfy both the broader classification's general definition as well as the definition of the
specific use, if provided. Finally, the text may provide specific examples of uses that are not
included in a particular use classification (referred to in the text as "exceptions").
19.2. Event Facility. A building or portion of a building, outdoor area(s), and related parking
which is rented, leased, or otherwise made available for individuals or groups to accommodate
episodic or discrete functions involving participation by multiple individuals, including but not
limited to weddings, banquets, anniversaries and other similar events. Such use may include
kitchen facilities for the preparation or catering of food, or the sale and/or serving of
appropriately permitted alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption. Food service shall
occur only during scheduled events and shall not be open to the general public. An Event
Facility may be operated in conjunction with other uses, subject to all applicable provisions of
the EVDC.
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§ 4.4 - Nonresidential Zoning Districts
B. Table 4-4: Permitted Uses: Nonresidential Zoning Districts.
Table 4-4
Permitted Uses: Nonresidential Zoning Districts
Use
Classification
Specific
Use
Nonresidential Zoning Districts
Additional Regulations
(Apply in All Districts
Unless Otherwise
Stated)
"P" = Permitted by Right
"S1 or S2" = Permitted by Special
Review
"—" = Prohibited
A A-1 CD CO O CH I-1
INSTITUTIONAL, CIVIC & PUBLIC USES
Event Facility S1 — — P — — —
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Memo
To: Honorable Mayor Jirsa
Board of Trustees
Through: Town Administrator Lancaster
From: Jeffrey Woeber, Senior Planner
Date: May 14, 2019
RE: Ordinance No. 09-19: Amending the Estes Valley Development Code §9.2
and §9.3 to Remove Restrictions that Limit Planned Unit Developments to
the CO (Outlying Commercial) Zoning District.
(Mark all that apply)
PUBLIC HEARING ORDINANCE LAND USE
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT RESOLUTION OTHER______________
QUASI-JUDICIAL YES NO
Objective:
The Estes Valley Development Code (EVDC) Chapter 9, Planned Unit Developments
(PUDs) would be amended such that PUDs would no longer be limited to only the CO
(Outlying Commercial) Zoning District.
Present Situation:
The Estes Valley Development Code (EVDC), Chapter 13 Definitions, defines a
Planned Unit Development (PUD) as follows:
184. Planned Unit Development shall mean a development of a property as a
single entity for mixed residential/commercial purposes, when the zoning
regulations that would normally apply may be superseded by controls specific to
the project that allow a more sensitive and more economical arrangement of
buildings and streets on the site.
The EVDC Chapter 9, Planned Unit Developments, has a limitation on PUDs stating
that they are allowed only in the CO (Outlying Commercial) Zoning District.
This limitation apparently has resulted in very few PUDs being proposed or approved in
the Estes Valley, since the EVDC adoption in 2000. There simply are not many areas in
CO District zoning where it has applicability or benefits. Undeveloped, privately owned
land zoned CO is generally very scarce.
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Note, the following Windcliff discussion is for background and context. A Windcliff PUD
approval process would be separate and apart from this Code Amendment.
Recently, the Homeowner’s Association for Windcliff Estates, located in the far
southwest part of the EVDC planning area, has approached Community Development
to explore the possibility of re-establishing a PUD in that area.
Various filings of Windcliff Estates were approved and recorded as PUDs through
Larimer County, beginning around the mid-1970s. Then, with adoption of the EVDC in
2000, Windcliff Estates was zoned to E-1 (Estate). Adoption of the EVCD and new
Official Zoning Map, without reconfirming the Windcliff PUD zoning, in effect erased the
Larimer County PUD zoning from the map.
Minimum setback requirements in E-1 have led to numerous Windcliff variances being
required over the last 19 years, most of which would have been unnecessary prior to
2000.
Many of the residences in Windcliff were, or are longtime vacation rentals, and were
built as such. This has been somewhat problematic, as there is a cap on the maximum
number of vacation rentals allowed. Establishing a PUD overlay in Windcliff may allow
some additional vacation rentals, as appropriate. The currently proposed amendment
does not address any vacation home issues; those will be addressed later in the
specific Windcliff context.
With that, there is a requirement in Chapter 9, where a PUD overlay must be a “Planned
Mixed-Use District.” “Mixed-Use” is defined, in Chapter 13, Definitions, as development
“…with two (2) or more different principal uses…” In keeping with this requirement,
Windcliff would need to propose two principal uses: 1) Single Family Dwelling. 2)
Vacation Home. Both of these are uses allowed in the E-1 (Estate) zoning, and both
have existed in Windcliff for many years.
Per the EVDC Chapter 3, Review Procedures and Standards, any Planned Unit
Development would require an individualized PUD Preliminary Plan, which requires
Estes Valley Planning Commission and Board action, and then a PUD Final Plan,
requiring Board action only. Some PUDs would also entail subdivision plats, which
typically run concurrently with PUD Plans. Each would undergo review on its own
merits, case by case.
Staff does not envision many PUDs being proposed as a result of this amendment.
Windcliff is the only active example, to our knowledge. However, the amendment
could be useful for other types of mixed-use development in the future—in or near
downtown, for example.
Proposal:
To amend the EVDC Chapter 9, Planned Unit Developments (PUDs), allowing a PUD to
be proposed in any of the zoning districts within the EVDC.
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Advantages:
Generally complies with the EVDC §3.3.D Code Amendments, Standards for
Review.
This Code Amendment allows for increased PUD options, which can be a very
valuable and useful zoning tool for various areas and situations as appropriate.
Disadvantages:
None identified to date.
Action Recommended:
Staff is recommending approval of the proposed amendment as draft in Exhibit A.
The Estes Valley Planning Commission, at their April 16, 2019 meeting, forwarded a
recommendation of approval of the Code Amendment, by a vote of 4 in favor, 1 against,
and one recusal.
Finance/Resource Impact:
N/A
Level of Public Interest:
Low. Any written comments for this proposal received by staff will be posted to:
www.estes.org/currentapplications.
Sample Motion:
I move that the Town Board of Trustees approve the Estes Valley Development Code
amendment as stated in Ordinance No. 09-19, including findings as identified in the
Ordinance.
I move that the Town Board of Trustees deny the Estes Valley Development Code
amendment as stated in Ordinance No. 09-19, finding that… [state findings for denial]
I move that the Town Board of Trustees continue the Estes Valley Development Code
amendment as stated in Ordinance No. 09-19 to [date certain], in order that… [state
direction to staff pursuant to continuance]
Attachments:
Ordinance No. 09-19
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ORDINANCE NO. 09-19
AMENDING THE ESTES VALLEY DEVELOPMENT CODE §9.2 AND §9.3 TO
REMOVE RESTRICTIONS THAT LIMIT PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS TO THE
CO (COMMERCIAL OUTLYING) ZONING DISTRICT
WHEREAS, on April 16, 2019, the Estes Valley Planning Commission conducted
a public hearing on a proposed text amendment to the Estes Valley Development Code
to Remove Restrictions that Limit Planned Unit Developments to the CO (Commercial
Outlying) Zoning District; and found the text amendment complies with Estes Valley
Development Code §3.3.D Code Amendments, Standards for Review; and
WHEREAS, on April 16, 2019, the Estes Valley Planning Commission voted to
recommend approval of the text amendment; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park finds the text
amendment complies with Estes Valley Development Code §3.3.D Code Amendments,
Standards for Review and has determined that it is in the best interest of the Town that
the amendment to the Estes Valley Development Code, as set forth on Exhibit A, be
approved; and
WHEREAS, said amendment to the Estes Valley Development Code is set forth
on Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
THE TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO:
Section 1: The Estes Valley Development Code shall be amended as more fully
set forth on Exhibit A.
Section 2: This Ordinance shall take effect and be enforced thirty (30) days after
its adoption and publication.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park,
Colorado this ____ day of _______________, 2019.
TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO
By:
Mayor
ATTEST:
Town Clerk
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I hereby certify that the above Ordinance was introduced and read at a regular meeting
of the Board of Trustees on the ________ day of _______________, 2019 and published
in a newspaper of general circulation in the Town of Estes Park, Colorado, on the
________ day of ____________, 2019, all as required by the Statutes of the State of
Colorado.
Town Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
ESTES VALLEY DEVELOPMENT CODE, CHAPTER 9, PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS
§ 9.1 - PURPOSES
In order that the public health, safety and general welfare may be furthered in an era of increasing
urbanization, commercial and industrial development, and growing demand for housing of all types and
design, this Chapter is designed to encourage planned unit developments (PUDs) in the Estes Valley for
the following purposes:
A. To encourage innovations in residential and commercial development and renewal so that the
growing demands of the population may be met by greater variety in type, design and layout of
buildings and by the conservation and more efficient use of open space ancillary to such buildings;
B. To encourage a more efficient use of land and of public services and to reflect changes in the
technology of land development so that resulting economies may inure to the benefit of those who
need homes;
C. To provide a process that can relate the type, design and layout of residential and commercial
development to the particular site, thereby encouraging the preservation of the site's natural
characteristics, and to encourage integrated planning in order to achieve the purposes of this
Chapter;
D. To provide for well-located, commercial sites and well-designed residential developments while
minimizing the impact on roads, streets and other transportation facilities; and
E. To conserve the value of the land.
§ 9.2 - APPLICABILITY AND TYPES OF PUDS ALLOWED
A. PUDs Allowed in the CO District Only. Application for a planned unit development may be made
for land located in the CO Outlying Commercial Zoning District. Applicability. A PUD may be
established by overlaying a PUD development plan over the existing CO zoning district. All PUDs
shall be reviewed and approved in accordance with the standards set forth in this Chapter and the
procedures set forth in Chapter 3 of this Code.
B. Types of PUDs Allowed. A Mixed-Use Planned Unit Development (PUD-M) shall be the only
permitted PUD overlay. in the CO zoning district.
§ 9.3 - PUD-M, PLANNED MIXED-USE DISTRICT
The PUD-M, Planned Mixed-Use District, is created to provide for the development of planned mixed-use
commercial and residential developments. It is intended to promote developments with a balanced mix of
commercial and residential uses that provide services and employment opportunities in close proximity to
residents of the district. The PUD-M, Planned Mixed-Use District, may be permitted as an overlay only in
the CO Outlying Commercial District. Within a PUD-M District, the following standards shall be applied
and uses and densities may be permitted subject to the approval of the Decision-Making Body,
depending on the location of the proposed PUD.
A. Permitted Uses. Within a PUD-M district, the following uses may be permitted subject to the
approval of the Decision-Making Body:
1. Uses permitted by-right or by special review in the underlying zoning district;
2. Residential uses; or
3. Accommodation uses.
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B. Minimum Parcel Size. The minimum parcel size of a mixed-use PUD shall be three (3) acres.
C. Number of Units Allowed/Density.
1. Residential Uses in a Mixed-Use PUD. The maximum number of units allowed (density) shall
be determined by applying the maximum permitted net density allowed in the RM Multi-Family
Residential Zoning District (see §4.3.C.5 above).
2. Accommodation Uses in a Mixed-Use PUD. The maximum number of accommodation units
allowed shall be determined by applying the minimum developable land area per
accommodations unit requirement allowed in the A Accommodations/Highway Corridor Zoning
District (see §4.4.C above). Any unit that is less than or equal to eight hundred (800) square
feet in size shall be considered a guest unit, regardless of kitchen configuration, for purposes of
density calculations of a commercial accommodations use in a Mixed-Use PUD.
3. Land Area Requirements Not Cumulative. The density allowances set forth in this Section are
not cumulative, but shall be calculated independently for each residential and/or
accommodations use proposed in a mixed-use PUD. Each independently calculated land area
shall be deducted from the total land area available for development to determine the permitted
density on a site.
D. Applicable Development Standards.
1. Yard, Bulk and Dimensional Requirements. Yard, bulk and dimensional requirements set
forth in Chapter 4, including but not limited to minimum lot area, shall not apply to interior lots or
building sites within a PUD-M that do not abut land uses located outside the PUD-M
development parcel.
2. All Other Zoning Requirements. All other zoning development and design standards shall
apply to all PUD-M's unless otherwise specifically exempted, modified or varied pursuant to this
Chapter or to §3.6, "Variances."
3. Subdivision Regulations. The requirements of Chapter 10, "Subdivision Standards," shall
apply to all PUD-M's unless otherwise specifically exempted, modified or varied pursuant to this
Chapter or to §3.6, "Variances."
4. Private Open Areas.
a. At a minimum, a PUD-M development shall set aside thirty percent (30%) of the site's total
gross area for open areas, plazas, courtyards, sitting areas and other similar public-
accessible spaces.
b. At its discretion, the Decision-Making Body may require additional private open areas or
public trail dedications based on a review of the following factors:
(1) The Estes Valley Comprehensive Plan;
(2) Unique drainage, topographic, vegetation or other such physical conditions;
(3) Type and density of development; or
(4) Overall need for open space and recreational facilities.
c. All open areas or trails provided in a PUD shall be owned and maintained as common
(private) open areas by the developer, owner of the property or an organization established
for the ownership and maintenance of common open areas, unless the relevant Board
accepts public dedication of the open areas.
d. Open areas or trails dedicated for public use shall comply with all applicable dedication
requirements set forth in §7.4 of this Code.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Memo
To: Honorable Mayor Jirsa
Board of Trustees
Through: Town Administrator Lancaster
From: Jeffrey Woeber, Senior Planner
Date: May 14, 2019
RE: Ordinance No. 10-19: Amending the Estes Valley Development Code,
§3.8 to Revise the Number of Parking Spaces Proposed that Would
Require Development Plan Review.
(Mark all that apply)
PUBLIC HEARING ORDINANCE LAND USE
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT RESOLUTION OTHER______________
QUASI-JUDICIAL YES NO
Objective:
Amend the Estes Valley Development Code (EVDC), Chapter 3 Review Procedures and
Standards, Section 3.8 Development Plan Review, Table 3-3, Development Plan Review
Requirements. Table 3-3’s requirement for a “Staff Review” Development Plan that is based on
“Number of Parking Spaces” would be revised from the current 10 – 20 Spaces, to 3 – 20 Spaces.
Please see details below.
Present Situation:
Currently, development plans are processed as staff level review, or through an Estes Valley
Planning Commission/Board review. This is based on a given project’s proposed square footage
added and increase in parking spaces. The EVDC does not have a requirement for a review
process for projects with 10 or fewer parking spaces. Building permit review and approval is
required for projects with 10 or fewer spaces. However, projects of that size may create impacts
that are appropriate to address through development plan review.
The EVDC has an existing standard requiring Planning Commission review of any project
proposing 21 or more parking spaces. This would remain unchanged.
Proposal:
Staff recommends amending the EVDC, Section 3.8 Development Plan Review, Table 3-3
Development Plan Review Requirements, to require review and approval of a staff-level
development plan for projects proposing between 3 and 20 parking spaces.
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Advantages:
Generally complies with the EVDC §3.3.D Code Amendments, Standards for Review.
Provides a clear standard for development plan review.
Allow a broader scope of review for projects with small parking requirements, through lowering
the threshold for review for projects with less parking.
Prevent projects from being built without standard procedures for agency review.
Provide for community engagement.
Disadvantages:
Possible increase in financial impact with higher development review cost.
Increased time for project review, and more projects would be subject to staff development
plan review.
Action Recommended:
Staff is recommending approval of the proposed amendment as draft in Exhibit A.
The Estes Valley Planning Commission, at their April 16, 2019 meeting, forwarded a
recommendation of approval of the Code Amendment, by a vote of 6 – 0.
Finance/Resource Impact:
N/A
Level of Public Interest
High: Projects have been proposed or developed that were not within the requirements in Table
3-3, and this has caused concern for local community members.
Low: This particular code amendment.
Any written comments received are posted to: www.estes.org/currentapplications.
Sample Motion:
I move that the Town Board of Trustees approve the Estes Valley Development Code
amendment as stated in Ordinance No. 10-19, including findings as identified in the Ordinance.
I move that the Town Board of Trustees deny the Estes Valley Development Code amendment
as stated in Ordinance No. 10-19, finding that… [state findings for denial]
I move that the Town Board of Trustees continue the Estes Valley Development Code
amendment as stated in Ordinance No. 10-19 to [date certain], in order that… [state direction to
staff pursuant to continuance]
Attachments:
Ordinance No. 10-19
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ORDINANCE NO. 10-19
AMENDING THE ESTES VALLEY DEVELOPMENT CODE §3.8 TO REVISE THE
NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES PROPOSED THAT WOULD REQUIRE
DEVELOPMENT PLAN REVIEW
WHEREAS, on April 16, 2019, the Estes Valley Planning Commission conducted
a public hearing on a proposed text amendment to the Estes Valley Development Code
to Revise the Number of Parking Spaces Proposed that Would Require Development
Plan Review; and found the text amendment complies with Estes Valley Development
Code §3.3.D Code Amendments, Standards for Review; and
WHEREAS, on April 16, 2019, the Estes Valley Planning Commission voted to
recommend approval of the text amendment; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park finds the text
amendment complies with Estes Valley Development Code §3.3.D Code Amendments,
Standards for Review and has determined that it is in the best interest of the Town that
the amendment to the Estes Valley Development Code, as set forth on Exhibit A, be
approved; and
WHEREAS, said amendment to the Estes Valley Development Code is set forth
on Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
THE TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO:
Section 1: The Estes Valley Development Code shall be amended as more fully
set forth on Exhibit A.
Section 2: This Ordinance shall take effect and be enforced thirty (30) days after
its adoption and publication.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park,
Colorado this ____ day of _______________, 2019.
TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO
By:
Mayor
ATTEST:
Town Clerk
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I hereby certify that the above Ordinance was introduced and read at a regular meeting
of the Board of Trustees on the ________ day of _______________, 2019 and published
in a newspaper of general circulation in the Town of Estes Park, Colorado, on the
________ day of ____________, 2019, all as required by the Statutes of the State of
Colorado.
Town Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
§ 3.8 ‐ Development Plan Review
A. Purpose. The purpose of the development plan review process is to ensure compliance with the
zoning standards and provisions of this Code, while encouraging quality development in the Estes
Valley reflective of the goals, policies and objectives found in the Comprehensive Plan.
B. Applicability. All development set forth in Table 3-3 below shall be required to submit a
development plan for review pursuant to the procedures and standards set forth in this Section. See
also §7.1.B, which requires development plans for all new development on land with slopes steeper
than thirty percent (30%) or on land containing ridgeline protection areas. No development,
excavation, site preparation or construction activity, including tree/vegetation removal or grading,
shall occur on property subject to this Section until a development plan has been approved.
Table 3-3
Development Plan Review Requirements
Determining Factor Staff Review EVPC Review
All Nonresidential Development, Except Accommodations Development, in any Zoning District (Ord. 8‐
05 #1)
Number of Parking Spaces 10 3 ‐ 20 21 or more
Construction of Gross Floor Area 2,000 ‐ 10,000 sq. ft.
More than 10,000 sq. ft.
(Ord. 8‐05 #1)
Major alterations that also entail alteration to the
number of parking spaces, the configuration of
parking, ingress, egress, water, sewer, drainage or
lighting on the premises (Ord. 8‐05 #1)
2,000 ‐ 10,000 sq. ft. More than 10,000 sq. ft.
(Ord. 8‐05 #1)
All Residential or Accommodations Development (Ord. 8‐05 #1)
Number of New Dwellings, Guest Units and/or RV
pad/campsites (Ord. 8‐05 #1) 3 ‐ 10 11 or more
Major alterations that also entail alteration to the
number of parking spaces, the configuration of
parking, ingress, egress, water, sewer, drainage or
lighting on the premises (Ord 18‐01 #7; Ord. 8‐05
#1)
3‐10 dwellings, guest
units and/or RV
pad/campsites (Ord. 8‐
05 #1)
11 or more dwellings,
guest units and/or RV
pad/campsites (Ord. 8‐05
#1)
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Memo
To: Honorable Mayor Jirsa
Board of Trustees
Through: Town Administrator Lancaster
From: Jeffrey Woeber, Senior Planner
Date: May 14, 2019
RE: Ordinance No. 11-19: Amending the Estes Valley Development Code §3.2
to Clarify and Define Procedures, Applicability, and Requirements for
Neighborhood and Community Meetings
(Mark all that apply)
PUBLIC HEARING ORDINANCE LAND USE
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT RESOLUTION OTHER______________
QUASI-JUDICIAL YES NO
Objective:
Amend the Estes Valley Development Code (EVDC), Section 3.2 Standard Review
Procedure as follows:
Section 3.2 – Standard Development Review Procedure. Thirteen references
in this Section to “neighborhood meeting” would be revised to “neighborhood and
community meeting.”
Section 3.2 – Standard Development Review Procedure, B. Step 2:
Neighborhood and Community Meeting, 1. Purpose, b. Applicability. Text
would be added to clarify that neighborhood meetings are voluntary for
application/projects that do not require a public hearing, and mandatory for those
that do require a public hearing.
Section 3.2 – Standard Development Review Procedure, B. Step 2:
Neighborhood and Community Meeting. New text would be added with
requirements for posting notices for neighborhood and community meetings.
This section was accidentally left out of the original ordinance last year.
Section 3.2 – Standard Development Review Procedure, G. Summary Table
– Standard Development Review Process by Application Type. The Table
would be revised to add a process category for “Development Plan, Review, Staff
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Level,” and to clarify that the existing “Development Plan, Review” process
category involves a “Public Hearing.” This revision aligns the neighborhood and
community meeting requirements with the existing Development Plan review
requirements in Section 3.8 of the EVDC.
Present Situation:
The language now in the Code regarding neighborhood and community meeting
applicability and requirements, does not fully cover what was intended when the
language was first drafted. This proposed amendment is to remedy that, and add clarity
to when and what projects require a neighborhood and community meeting. This will
provide more guidance for both applicants and the community. By adding language that
refers back to “Summary Table G.,” it clearly delineates what projects are voluntary and
mandatory for neighborhood and community meetings. For example, if a development
review is a staff level approval, the neighborhood and community meeting would be
voluntary. If the development review requires approval by a review board, such as the
Planning Commission and/or Town Board, the neighborhood and community meeting is
mandatory. This is based solely on the complexity of projects that need board action,
usually requiring more review and approval compared to staff level projects.
The code amendment is also needed to require an applicant to post a sign or signs for a
neighborhood and community meeting. By adding language that refers back to
procedural aspects in Section §3.15.C General Notice Requirements, the code remains
consistent and provides clear guidance on required sign posting.
It is staff’s recommendation that including this update to the neighborhood and
community meeting code in the EVDC would address some clarity issues in this code
section and address sign posting requirements not previously provided for.
Proposal:
To amend the neighborhood and community meeting standards, requirements, and
applicability in the EVDC, Section 3.2, Standard Review Procedure EVDC with revisions
as described herein and as specified on the attached Exhibit A.
Advantages:
Provides an opportunity for the open flow of communication and information
between developers/applicants and neighborhood and community members.
Provides a larger venue for public involvement and engagement.
Less confusion on what is permitted in local neighborhoods.
Clarification of mandatory/voluntary in development review language.
Provides signage guidance and requirements.
Disadvantages:
Applicant/consultant might have more financial impact in regards to development
costs.
Longer time for development review applications on some occasions, due to
need for neighborhood and community meeting requirements being met.
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Action Recommended:
Staff is recommending approval of the proposed amendment as drafted in Exhibit A.
The Estes Valley Planning Commission, at their April 16, 2019 meeting, forwarded a
recommendation of approval of the Code Amendment, by a vote of 6 – 0.
Finance/Resource Impact:
N/A
Level of Public Interest:
High: Previous and current projects are involving more and more public engagement
and neighborhood communication.
Low: This particular code amendment
Any written comments will be posted to: www.estes.org/currentapplications
Sample Motion:
I move that the Town Board of Trustees approve the Estes Valley Development Code
amendment as stated in Ordinance No. 11-19, including findings as identified in the
Ordinance.
I move that the Town Board of Trustees deny the Estes Valley Development Code
amendment as stated in Ordinance No. 11-19, finding that… [state findings for denial]
I move that the Town Board of Trustees continue the Estes Valley Development Code
amendment as stated in Ordinance No. 11-19 to [date certain], in order that… [state
direction to staff pursuant to continuance]
Attachments:
Ordinance No. 11-19
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ORDINANCE NO. 11-19
AMENDING THE ESTES VALLEY DEVELOPMENT CODE §3.2 TO CLARIFY AND
DEFINE PROCEDURES, APPLICABILITY, AND REQUIREMENTS FOR
NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY MEETINGS
WHEREAS, on April 16, 2019, the Estes Valley Planning Commission conducted
a public hearing on a proposed text amendment to the Estes Valley Development Code,
to Clarify and Define Procedures, Applicability, and Requirements for Neighborhood and
Community Meetings; and found that the text amendment complies with Estes Valley
Development Code §3.3.D Code Amendments, Standards for Review; and
WHEREAS, on April 16, 2019, the Estes Valley Planning Commission voted to
recommend approval of the text amendment; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park finds the text
amendment complies with Estes Valley Development Code §3.3.D Code Amendments,
Standards for Review and has determined that it is in the best interest of the Town that
the amendment to the Estes Valley Development Code, as set forth on Exhibit A, be
approved; and
WHEREAS, said amendment to the Estes Valley Development Code is set forth
on Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
THE TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO:
Section 1: The Estes Valley Development Code shall be amended as more fully
set forth on Exhibit A.
Section 2: This Ordinance shall take effect and be enforced thirty (30) days after
its adoption and publication.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park,
Colorado this ____ day of _______________, 2019.
TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO
By:
Mayor
ATTEST:
Town Clerk
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I hereby certify that the above Ordinance was introduced and read at a regular meeting
of the Board of Trustees on the ________ day of _______________, 2019 and published
in a newspaper of general circulation in the Town of Estes Park, Colorado, on the
________ day of ____________, 2019, all as required by the Statutes of the State of
Colorado.
Town Clerk
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EXHIBIT [RED]
§ 3.2 ‐ Standard Development Review Procedure
All development applications are subject to the following [six]-step "standard" review procedure, unless variations or
exceptions to the standard procedure are expressly provided for in the particular development application requirements
set forth in this Chapter.
Standard Development Review Process
Step 1 Pre‐Application Conference
Step 2 Neighborhood and Community Meeting
Step 3 Application/Completeness Certification
Step 4 Staff Review and Report
Step 5 Estes Valley Planning Commission Action or Recommendation
Step 6 Board of Trustees/Board of County Commissioners Review and Action
(Ord. 15-18 , §1(Exh. A))
A. Step 1: Pre-Application Conference.
1. Purpose. The purposes of the pre-application conference are to provide an opportunity for the Applicant and the
Staff to discuss the review process schedule and submittal requirements, the scope of the project and
compliance with this Code.
2. Applicability. A pre-application conference is mandatory for the following applications:
a. Special review uses;
b. Development plans;
c. Rezoning applications;
d. Preliminary subdivision plat;
e. Preliminary PUD plans;
f. Variances;
g. Minor subdivisions; and
h. Annexations.
Staff may waive the pre-application conference on the ground that the proposed development is not
complex and will not have any significant impacts on services, roads, natural resources or adjacent
property.
(Ord. 18-02 #2)
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3. Scheduling. The pre-application conference shall be scheduled by the Applicant with Staff at least fourteen (14)
days prior to the date of submission of any related application.
4. Submittal Requirements. All Applicants shall submit a sketch plan to the Staff for review no later than five (5)
days prior to the scheduled pre-application conference. See Appendix B to this Code for sketch plan submittal
requirements.
B. Step 2: Neighborhood and Community Meeting.
1. [Purpose.] The purpose of the neighborhood and community meeting is to educate occupants and owners of
nearby lands about the proposed development and application, receive comments, address concerns about the
development proposal, and resolve conflicts and outstanding issues, where possible.
a. Favored Practice. Neighborhood and community meetings are encouraged as opportunities for informal
communication between owners and occupants of nearby lands, applicants and other residents who may
be affected by development proposals.
b. Applicability. Except as stated provided otherwise in this Code §3.2.G (Summary Table-Standard
Development Review Process by Application Type), neighborhood and community meetings shall be
mandatory for zoning and planning projects that require a public hearing as specified in this Code. Except
as provide otherwise in §3.2.G (Summary Table-Standard Development Review Process by Application
Type), neighborhood and community meetings shall be voluntary for zoning and planning projects that do
not require a public hearing as specified in this Code..
c. Procedure. If a neighborhood and community meeting is held by the applicant, it shall generally comply with
the following procedures:
(1) Time and Place. The neighborhood and community meeting shall be held at a place that is generally
accessible to neighbors that own and/or reside in the notification area to the land subject to the
application. It shall be scheduled after 5:00 p.m. on a weekday or at any time on a weekend day.
(2) Written Notification. The applicant shall provide notification of the neighborhood and community
meeting a minimum of ten (10) business days in advance of the meeting by placing notice in a
newspaper or display advertising of general circulation in the Estes Valley and by mailing notice to all
owners and occupants within the notification boundary of the land subject to the application. The list of
owners within the notification area of the affected property shall be obtained by the applicant from the
most recent version of the property owners of record provided by The Town of Estes Park. The
notification shall state the time and place of the meeting.
(3) Posted Notices of Neighborhood and Community Meeting. Required posted notice requirements shall
be on a standard sign with format and material as determined by the Planning Department. The
following additional requirements shall apply to posted notices pursuant to this Section:
a) Any posted notice shall be legible from a public street or public right-of-way in clear weather
conditions. “Legible” is defined as meeting the legibility requirements in the Estes Park
Municipal Code Chapter 17.66 (Signs).
b) Projects abutting more than one public street or public right-of-way shall be required to post
one (1) additional sign for each abutting public street or public right-of-way.
c) Posting of all notice(s) required by this Section shall take place no later than ten (10) days
prior to any given neighborhood and community meeting for which the posting is required,
and the posted signage shall remain until the close of any such neighborhood and community
meeting, including the closing dates of any neighborhood and community meeting that may
be continued or postponed.
d) Proof that the required signage was posted in accord with this Section shall be provided to
the Planning Department prior to the opening of any neighborhood and community meeting.
A date-stamped photograph of the posted notice in context shall be deemed adequate proof
for purposes of this Section.
e) Removal, damage or destruction of a properly posted notice by weather or other natural
occurrence shall not be construed as failure to comply with the public notice provisions of this
Code.
(3)(4) Conduct of Meetings. At the neighborhood and community meeting, the applicant shall explain the
development proposal and application, inform attendees of the character and nature of the process for
review, and respond to comments and questions neighbors may have about the application and
propose ways to resolve conflicts.
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(4)(5) Staff Attendance. Town staff may attend the neighborhood and community meeting for the purpose
of advising the attendees regarding applicable provisions of the Development Code, but shall not
serve as facilitators or become involved in negotiations at the neighborhood meeting.
(5)(6) Written Summary of Neighborhood and Community Record of Meeting. The applicant shall provide
the Planning Department a written summary of the neighborhood and community meeting. The written
summary shall include a list of those in attendance, a summary of the issues related to the
development proposal discussed, comments by those in attendance about the development proposal,
and any other information the applicant deems appropriate. The written summary of the neighborhood
and community meeting shall be included with the application materials, and be made available to the
public for inspection.
(6)(7) Response to Summary. Any party in attendance at the neighborhood and community meeting may
submit an additional written summary indicating their understanding of the issues related to the
development proposal discussed, comments by those in attendance about the development proposal,
and any other information they deem appropriate. This written summary may include a response to the
applicant's written summary of the neighborhood meeting.
Neighborhood and community meetings are optional for any other applications not requiring a public hearing.
(Ord. 15-18 , §1(Exh. A))
C. Step 3: Application Timing and Certification of Completeness.
1. Except for variances, all development applications shall be submitted to Staff a minimum of fifty-five (55) days
prior to the next regularly scheduled EVPC meeting at which the application will be reviewed. See §3.6
regarding variances. Staff shall have the discretion to shorten submittal time frames.
(Ord. 8-05 #1)
2. Within eight (8) working days of submittal, the Staff shall either certify the application as complete and in
compliance with all submittal requirements or reject it as incomplete and notify the Applicant of any deficiencies.
See §3.1.C above.
(Ord. 8-05 #1; Ord. 15-18 , §1(Exh. A))
D. Step 4: Staff Review and Report. No later than fourteen (14) days prior to EVPC meeting, Staff shall refer the
development application to the appropriate review agencies, review the development application and prepare a staff
report. No changes to the development application or any accompanying plans or information shall be permitted after
submittal, except for any changes or additional information requested by the Staff during their review.
(Ord. 8-05 #1; Ord. 15-18 , §1(Exh. A))
E. Step 5: Estes Valley Planning Commission Action or Recommendation.
1. Public Hearings or Meetings Required.
a. General Rule . Except as provided in subsection 1.b below, within forty-five (45) days from the date that a
submitted application is certified as complete, the EVPC shall review the application at a public meeting or
hearing as required by this Code or applicable law.
b. Authority to Hold Application for Later EVPC Review . Notwithstanding the time for action requirements set
forth in subsection 1.a above, whenever an extraordinary number of applications are submitted, such that
the Staff is unable to complete their review adequately prior to the next regularly scheduled EVPC meeting,
the Staff shall be authorized to hold an application until the next subsequent processing period for EVPC
review. Once the application is placed on the official agenda for a public meeting or hearing before the
EVPC, all other time requirements for review pursuant to this Section and Chapter shall apply.
2. Compliance with EVPC's Conditional Approvals.
a. EVPC Final Actions . When the EVPC is the Decision-Making Body, approval of an application shall not
become final and appealable until all conditions of approval have been complied with. (See Chapter 2
above.) Acceptance of all conditions of approval and compliance, where feasible (e.g., required revisions to
plans and drawings), shall be completed by the Applicant within thirty (30) days of the EVPC's action.
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b. EVPC Recommended Actions . When the EVPC is a reviewing body only, conditions of EVPC-
recommended approval that require revisions to the submitted application, plans or drawings shall be
completed by the Applicant within thirty (30) days of the EVPC's action. (See Chapter 2 above.) A revised
application shall be a condition precedent to placing the application on the Board's agenda. (See Step 5
below.)
(Ord. 15-18 , §1(Exh. A))
F. Step 6: Board Review and Action.
1. Board Action Required. Within thirty (30) days from the date that the Board receives the application, including
any revisions, the Board shall hold a public hearing and consider the development application, the staff report,
the Planning Commission's recommendation and the evidence from any public meeting. The Board shall take
final action by either approving, approving with conditions or denying the development or land use applications
based on its compliance with the appropriate review standards.
2. Compliance with Board's Conditions. Board approval of an application shall not become final and appealable
until the Applicant complies with or accepts all conditions of approval. Compliance with conditions of approval (
e.g. , required revisions to plans and drawings), shall be completed by the Applicant and submitted to the Staff
within thirty (30) days of the Board's action, unless a longer time is requested by the Applicant and agreed to by
Staff.
(Ord. 15-18 , §1(Exh. A))
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G. Summary Table—Standard Development Review Process by Application Type.
Step 1
Pre-Application
Conference
Step 2
Neighborhood
& Community
Meeting
Step 3
Application/
Completeness
Certification
Step 4
Staff Review
& Report
Step 5
EVPC Action
Step 6
Board Action
Code Amendments-
Text/Map M M A A A A
Preliminary Subdivision M M A A A A
Final Subdivision V M A A N/A A
PUD-Preliminary Plan M M A A A A
PUD-Final Plan V M A A N/A A
Special Review Use S1 M M A A N/A A
Special Review Use S2 M M A A A A
Variances
(Ord. 18-01 #5) M V A A N/A BOA
Minor Modifications V V A A-SR A-SR N/A
Development Plan Review, Public Hearing M M A A-SR A-SR APP
Development Plan Review, Staff Level V V A A N/A N/A
Use Classification
(Ord. 8-05 #1) V V A A N/A APP
Separate Lot Determinations
(Ord. 8-05 #1) V N/A A A N/A APP
Temporary Use Permits V N/A A A N/A N/A
Minor Subdivision
(Ord. 18-01 #5) M V A A A A
Location and Extent Review
(Ord. 21-10 §1) M V A A A APP
Conditional Use Permit
(Ord. 21-10 §1) M N/A A A A APP
Annexations
(Ord. 18-01 #5) M M A A N/A A
"V" = Voluntary "M" = Mandatory "A" = Applicable "N/A" = Not Applicable
"APP" = Appeals "BOA" = Board of Adjustment "SR" = Special Requirements (Refer to Text)
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Memo
To: Honorable Mayor Jirsa
Board of Trustees
Through: Town Administrator Lancaster
From: Randy Hunt, Community Development Director
Date: May 14, 2019
RE: Resolution 12-19 Ratifying the 2018 International Fire Code as Amended
and Adopted by the Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD)
(Mark all that apply)
PUBLIC HEARING ORDINANCE LAND USE
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT RESOLUTION OTHER______________
QUASI-JUDICIAL YES NO
Objective:
Review and approve a proposed Resolution ratifying adoption of the 2018 International Fire
Code (IFC), including local Appendices and Amendments, to align with the Estes Valley’s Fire
Protection District’s adoption of the same Code and enable its administration and enforcement
within Town boundaries.
Present Situation:
The 2015 International Fire Code and local amendments were adopted by the EVFPD in 2016
and ratified by the Town that year. As with our Building Codes, the Fire Codes typically are
globally updated every three years.
The Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between the Town and the Fire District provides that
each successive IFC should be ratified by the Town, following EVFPD adoption, so that the
Code may be effective inside the Town. The 2015 IFC was ratified by Town Board Resolution
07-16 in March 2016.
Proposal:
Approval of Resolution 12-19 will include by reference ratification of EVFPD Resolution 2019-
01, including the most recent local Appendices and Amendments. EVFPD Resolution 2019-01
is included as an attachment.
Staff have reviewed the 2018 IFC with local Appendices and Amendments and discussed with
Fire Marshal Jerome and Chief Wolf. We are satisfied that the new IFC is compatible and
congruent with Town Codes and regulations, and will help foster a safe environment through
reasonable safety regulations. Our Resolution 12-19 would take effect approx. 30 days after this
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evening’s meeting on June 14, 2019. Staff’s understanding is that Larimer County has already
ratified the 2018 IFC for their jurisdictional part of the EVFPD.
Chief Wolf is expected to attend Tuesday evening and can provide additional information or
respond to questions as the Town Board deems appropriate.
As a footnote: Staff will be bringing the 2018 Building Codes package to Town Board during the
latter half of 2019. Adoption of the current Building Codes has been delayed due to the staffing
and workload issues in Building Division, but ongoing improvements should allow this task to
get underway soon.
Advantages:
Generally complies with comaptible and congruent Town-adopted Building Codes and other
public-safety regulations.
Disadvantages:
None identified
Action Recommended:
Staff is recommending approval of proposed Resolution 12-19, incorporating EVFPD
Resolution 2019-01.
Finance/Resource Impact:
N/A
Level of Public Interest
Low.
Sample Motion:
I move that the Town Board of Trustees approve Resolution 12-19.
I move that the Town Board of Trustees deny Resolution 12-19.
I move that the Town Board of Trustees continue Resolution 12-19 to [date certain], in order
that… [state direction to staff pursuant to continuance]
Attachments:
1. Resolution 12-19 Ratifying the 2018 International Fire Code as Amended and Adopted by
the Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD)
2. EVFPD Request for Ratification of 2018 IFC from Town of Estes Park
3. Resolution 2019-01 (Estes Valley Fire Protection District), approved by EVFPD Board of
Directors on Feb. 27, 2019
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RESOLUTION 12-19
RATIFYING THE 2018 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE AS
AMENDED AND ADOPTED BY THE ESTES VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION
DISTRICT (EVFPD)
WHEREAS, the Estes Valley Fire Protection District has adopted the 2015
International Fire Code Including Appendices and Amendments (the “Fire Code”) for the
regulation and governance of conditions hazardous to life and property from fire or explosion
and providing for certain permitting of such uses and operations; and
WHEREAS, Section 32-1-1002 (1)(d) C.R.S. provides that the Fire Code adopted by
the Estes Valley Fire Protection District shall not apply within the corporate limits of the Town
of Estes Park unless the Board of Trustees of the Town adopts a resolution stating that the
Fire Code shall apply within the boundaries of the Town; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees has determined that it is in the best interest of the
Town to adopt a resolution stating that the Fire Code as adopted by the Estes Valley Fire
Protection District pursuant to Resolution No. 2019-01 of the Fire District shall apply within
the corporate limits of the Town of Estes Park.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
THE TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO:
1. The 2019 International Fire Code including Appendixes and Amendments as more
fully set forth in Resolution No. 2019-01 of the Estes Valley Fire Protection District
shall apply within the corporate limits of the Town of Estes Park.
2. This Resolution shall take effect and be in force on and after June 14, 2019.
DATED this day of , 2019.
TOWN OF ESTES PARK
Mayor
ATTEST:
Town Clerk
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February 28, 2019
To: Randy Hunt, Community Development Director, Town of Estes Park
Frank Lancaster, Town Administrator, Town of Estes Park
Mr. Hunt and Mr. Lancaster,
On behalf of the Estes Valley Fire Protection District Board of Directors, we formally request the
Town of Estes Park to ratify the 2018 International Fire Code as amended and adopted by the Estes
Valley Fire Protection District Board of Directors on February 2 7, 2019 (District Resolutions 2019-
01, attached). We have worked closely with neighboring agencies (Larimer County) to ensure regional
consistency regarding code development and enforcement to better serve our citizens, businesses and
local developers. We truly respect and appreciate your consideration of this request.
Respectfully submitted,
David Wolf, Fire Chief
Estes Valley Fire Protection District
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PUBLIC WORKS Memo
To: Honorable Mayor Jirsa
Board of Trustees
Through: Town Administrator Lancaster
From: Greg Muhonen, PE, Public Works Director
Date: May 14, 2019
RE: Setting the Public Hearing Date for Ordinance 12-19 Adopting the 2018
Model Traffic Code
PUBLIC HEARING ORDINANCE LAND USE
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT RESOLUTION OTHER______________
QUASI-JUDICIAL YES NO
Objective:
Ordinance #12-19 adopts the 2018 Model Traffic Code (MTC) and amends the Estes
Park Municipal Code (EPMC) Title 10 pertaining to Vehicles and Traffic.
Present Situation:
The Town adopted the 2010 revision of the MTC and a 9-page Appendix in 2012.
Parking regulations within the Appendix were further revised in 2013.
The Appendix is excessively cumbersome and detailed in listing the location of
every parking time restriction, parking prohibition, loading zone, and speed limit
within the Town. Both the Municipal Judge and Town Attorney indicate this level
of detail is not necessary in the Municipal Code.
CDOT published an update to the MTC in 2018.
The Town Board adopted the Downtown Parking Management Plan in 2018
which recommended changes to some time-restricted parking spaces. The
signing changes were made in 2018 and no longer exactly match the Appendix.
Our seasonal parking enforcement at time-limited spaces begins on Memorial
Day.
Proposal:
The attached ordinance modifies the EPMC to adopt the 2018 MTC and replace the 9-
page Appendix with five new provisions to chapter 10.04 of the EPMC.
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Advantages:
The historic practice of lowering parking fines for early payment is documented
and the Parking & Transit Manager is identified as the authorized person to make
these reductions.
Elevated regulation of vehicles parked on our narrow streets to reduce blocking
traffic lanes which improves maintenance access and emergency vehicle access.
The Parking & Transit Manager is authorized to issue parking permits and
establish administrative policy to adjust the beginning and end dates of seasonal
parking enforcement in response to varying visitation demands instead of being
limited by the existing Appendix which fixes the parking enforcement period from
the weekend before Memorial Day through Labor Day.
The lengthy and cumbersome Appendix of detailed parking regulations is
eliminated, and the new provision allow simpler and faster administrative revision
to some elements as described above.
Disadvantages:
Some residents who park on our narrow roads and block the travel lanes may be
inconvenienced when required to park elsewhere.
Reserved parking spaces for the Library and Visitor Center are no longer
protected/preserved by the EPMC.
Action Recommended:
PW staff recommends the Town Board set a public hearing for June 11 to adopt
Ordinance #12-19.
Finance/Resource Impact:
The proposed ordinance does not create any direct, known impact to Town finances.
The proposed ordinance will reduce staff time required for future parking regulation
revisions, and is expected to improve visitor spending through improved parking
management.
Level of Public Interest
The known level of public interest in this item is low.
Sample Motion:
I move for the approval/denial of a June 11, 2019 public hearing date on Ordinance
#12-19.
Attachments:
Ordinance #12-19
Link to the 2018 Model Traffic Code
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ORDINANCE NO. 12-19
AN ORDINANCE REVISING CHAPTER 10 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF
THE TOWN OF ESTES PARK RELATING TO VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park, Colorado has
determined that it is in the best interest of the Town to amend certain sections of the
Municipal Code of the Town of Estes Park, Colorado.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE
TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: Section 10.04 of the Municipal Code is hereby amended to include the
following.
10.04.010 Model Traffic Code Adopted. The Model Traffic Code for Colorado,
Revised 2018, published by the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), Traffic
& Safety Engineering Branch, 2829 W. Howard Place, Denver, Colorado 80204. The
subject matter of the Model Traffic Code relates primarily to comprehensive traffic
control regulations for the Town. The purpose of this Ordinance and the Code adopted
herein is to provide a system of traffic regulations consistent with the state law and
generally conforming to the similar regulations throughout the state and the nation. The
2018 edition of the Model Traffic Code is adopted herein by reference as a primary code
as if set out at length herein, subject to the additions and modifications set forth in this
Ordinance.
10.04.020 Violation
(c) The Town’s Parking & Transit Manager is authorized to reduce the
amount charged for parking violation fines to incentivize early payment of the fine
amounts set forth by the Municipal Judge and described in Section 1.20.020.
10.04.030 Parking Prohibited. No person shall park a vehicle in any of the
following places:
(a) Any location adjacent to red curb.
(b) Any location within a hatch-painted no parking area.
(c) Any location in a public parking lot where a parking space is not
designated with painted markings.
(d) Any parking space designed RESERVED or POLICE RESERVED with
painted markings.
(e) All loading zones (designated with signs, yellow curb, or painted hatch
marking) between the hours 6:00 am to 6:00 pm. Parking is permitted in a
designated loading zone between the hours of 6:00 pm and 6:00 am.
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(f) No vehicle shall park on the pavement of all public streets except where
on-street parking spaces are designated with painted markings or signs
installed by the Town or CDOT.
(g) No vehicle shall park within more than one parking space designated by
painted lines. Vehicles pulling trailers, recreational vehicles, and buses
are permitted to occupy two contiguous spaces or spaces designated
BUS/RV with painted markings.
(h) Vehicles less than 20’ in length are prohibited from parking in spaces
designated BUS/RV with painted markings.
10.04.040 Overnight Parking Prohibited. No person shall park a vehicle, trailer
or recreational vehicle in any Town-owned parking lot or street overnight or longer than
18 hours except where authorized by a parking permit or Revocable Encroachment
issued by the Town’s Public Works Department.
10.04.050 Time-limited Parking.
(a) It is unlawful for any person to park or direct another person to park a
vehicle in an on-street space or public off-street parking space for a length
of time greater than the time limit indicated on the posted signage during
the seasonal time period specified by administrative policy established
and updated by the Town’s Parking and Transit Manager.
(b) Prior to, or upon expiration of, the initial time-limited parking period, and
unless permission from authorized Town personnel has been granted, a
vehicle shall be removed from the parking space. No person, after
vacating a time-restricted parking space, shall return and park or direct
another person to return and park the same vehicle in the space or any
other parking space within 500 feet for a minimum of three hours after
such vehicle has been moved.
10.04.060 Speed Regulation. Except where a special hazard exists that
requires a lower speed, or speed limit signs are present to establish a different
maximum lawful travel speed, no person shall drive a vehicle in excess of twenty-five
miles per hour (25 mph) on any public street in Estes Park.
Section 2: Section 10.16.010 Regulations of the Municipal Code is hereby
amended to include the following.
(a) No recreational vehicle, as the same is defined in Chapter 13 of the Estes
Valley Development Code, shall be parked on any of the streets, alleys,
highways, parking lots or other public ways of the Town in violation of any
parking regulation of the Town. Parking of a recreational vehicle on a
street, alley, or highway in the Town for a period no longer than forty-
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eight (48) hours may be permitted by issuance of a Revocable
Encroachment Permit from the Town’s Public Works Department.
Section 3: This amendment to the Estes Park Municipal Code shall take effect
and be enforced thirty (30) days after its adoption and publication.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park,
Colorado this ____ day of _______________, 2019.
TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO
By:
Mayor
ATTEST:
Town Clerk
I hereby certify that the above Ordinance was introduced and read at a regular meeting
of the Board of Trustees on the day of , 2019 and published in a
newspaper of general circulation in the Town of Estes Park, Colorado, on the day
of , 2019, all as required by the Statutes of the State of Colorado.
Town Clerk
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PUBLIC WORKS Memo
To: Honorable Mayor Jirsa
Board of Trustees
Through: Town Administrator Lancaster
From: Greg Muhonen, PE, Public Works Director
Date: May 14, 2019
RE: Letter of support for the 2019 Federal Land Access Program Grant for Fall
River Trail
(Mark all that apply)
PUBLIC HEARING ORDINANCE LAND USE
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT RESOLUTION OTHER Support Letter
QUASI-JUDICIAL YES NO
Objective:
Public Works seeks Town Board support to submit a Federal DOT Federal Lands
Access Program (Access Program) grant application to complete the Fall River Trail.
Present Situation:
At the April 23, 2019 study session, the Board was presented information about the
Access Program grants. Public Works staff presented options for an application
including the Fall River Trail and the Moraine Avenue Multimodal Improvements. The
Board indicated a preference for the Moraine Avenue project. This preference was
based on staff’s assumption that only one application should be submitted and funding
for Colorado was only $15 million. Since then, staff learned that applicants are allowed
to submit more than one application and each application is reviewed on its own merits
and not a comparative evaluation. Staff also learned that the estimated funding for
Colorado is $15 million each year for three years, 2023-2025, for approximately $45
million.
The Fall River Trail project is construction-ready with completed design and
engineering, and environmental assessment. This project has already received partial
funding and has cost share support for the 2019 & 2020 construction phases.
Proposal:
This application is for the full costs to complete the trail construction from the current
trail barricade near Sleepy Hollow Court to David Drive and Fish Hatchery Road. A
support letter is requested. The application is due June 5, 2019.
Advantages:
This project is ranked second in the list of trail priorities in the EV Master Trails Plan.
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This trail construction allows pedestrian and bicycle traffic a safer alternative to
traveling with cars on the narrow Fall River Road (US 34).
The work funded by this grant is managed by Central Federal Lands staff which
lessens the impact on Town staff as compared to managing the project internally.
This grant funding opportunity exists now and the proposed improvements are fully
eligible for funding under this program, as they provide access to RMNP.
Improved access to RMNP through the busy Fall River Road entrance which served
and estimate 1.2 million visitors in 2018.
Meets the Board’s strategic goals to pursue funding opportunities for construction of
the Fall River Trail. This funding could complete this trail.
Improved economic benefits for businesses along this corridor (the trail is an asset).
The Town has received funding from other trail funding organizations which is
eligible to cover the local match funding requirement.
Submitting this application is a positive response to the guidance from GOCO on the
2017 application which indicated a more robust mix of funders would help the GOCO
reviewers look more favorably at our 2019 GOCO grant application.
Disadvantages:
Off-peak season construction will be somewhat disruptive for residents, businesses
and visitors.
Some may perceive that submitting this second FLAP grant application may diminish
the odds for approval of the higher priority Moraine Ave application.
Action Recommended:
Staff recommends Town Board support this Access Program grant application.
Finance/Resource Impact:
The estimated cost for this project is $6 million and the local cost share requirements for
this grant program is 17.21 percent ($1 million). The current funding support for this
project is $1.8 million and contains funds from the Town, EVRPD, and other grants.
This is more than sufficient to cover the local match requirement for this application.
There is no additional cost for the Town to apply for, or accept, this potential grant.
Level of Public Interest
Public interest is moderate.
Sample Motion:
I move for approval/denial to authorize the Mayor to sign the attached letter of support
for the Access Program Fall River Trail grant application.
Attachments:
2019 FLAP Fall River Trail Support Letter
Project attachments – map, photos, etc.
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May 14, 2019
Office of Federal Lands Highway
Department of Transportation
Central Federal Lands Highway Division
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington DC 20590
RE: Federal Lands Access Program grant application support from the Town of Estes Park Board of
Trustees
To Whom It May Concern:
The Town of Estes Park Board of Trustees supports this application for Federal Lands Access
Program (Access Program) grant from Central Federal Lands Highway Division (CFLHD) for the
Fall River Trail. This proposed project extends a trail from downtown Estes Park to the Rocky
Mountain National Park (RMNP) boundary at Aspenglen Campground.
Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) is the third-most visited national park in our country. Our
community of only 6,000 full time residents hosts millions of visitors each year. Approximately 4.6
million people visited this park in 2018 and 80 percent arrived through Estes Park. Of these visitors,
one-third (almost 1.5 million) traveled through the Fall River entrance via Fall River Road The
Town Board takes its responsibility of hosting visitors seriously and strives to deliver an
exceptional guest experience to our guests and residents. We value our collaborative relationship
with the RMNP staff, and wish to partner to improve the visitor experience. This will be
accomplished through the construction of this trail along Fall River Road and Fish Hatchery Road.
The Fall River Trail design and engineering is complete, as is environmental assessment. It is
construction-ready and has already received significant support. The Town has been awarded two
grants from the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Division of the Colorado Department of Natural
Resources. These grants include federal funds from National Park Service Land and Water
Conservation Fund and Department of Transportation Highway Division Recreation Trail Program.
Support also comes from the County, Estes Valley Recreation and Parks District, and Trust for
Public Lands. A total of $1.8 million has been secured for this project, of the $7.8 million needed.
Once complete, this project will provide an extremely valuable benefit to Estes Park, the region, and
state as well as the federal government because of our proximity to the National Park and national
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forests. This is an expensive and large project for our small Town. We look to grants to fund the
design and construction of these projects.
The added benefit of a multimodal trail that connects directly with the Federal Transit
Administration (FTA) grant-funded transit hub and parking structure results in a continued
connection between this structure and RMNP. The Town is currently working on another trail into
the RMNP along Moraine Avenue. When complete these two trails will provide a loop from historic
downtown Estes Park into RMNP and back.
The Estes Park Town Board expresses its gratitude to CFLHD for its continued support of gateway
communities to federal lands that are high use recreational areas. We are a small gateway
community with limited resources, and the CFLHD support is highly welcomed and needed to
improve the infrastructure that supports millions of visitors. As a premiere national and global
destination, we welcome this partnership to improve our infrastructure for residents and guests as a
place to live, work and visit. A favorable consideration of this application would be very much
appreciated.
Regards,
Todd Jirsa, Mayor
Town of Estes Park
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PUBLIC WORKS Memo
To: Honorable Mayor Jirsa
Board of Trustees
Through: Town Administrator Lancaster
From: Greg Muhonen, PE, Public Works Director
Date: May 14, 2019
RE: Letter of support for the 2019 Federal Land Access Program Grant for
Moraine Avenue Multimodal Improvements
(Mark all that apply)
PUBLIC HEARING ORDINANCE LAND USE
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT RESOLUTION OTHER Support Letter
QUASI-JUDICIAL YES NO
Objective:
Public Works seeks Town Board support to submit a Federal DOT Federal Lands
Access Program (Access Program) grant application to widen Moraine Avenue.
Present Situation:
At the April 23, 2019 study session, the Board was presented information about the
Access Program grant opportunity. Public Works staff presented options for an
application including the Fall River Trail and the Moraine Avenue Multimodal
Improvements. The Board indicated a preference for the Moraine Avenue project,
between Davis Street (west) to Marys Lake Road. This preference was based on staff’s
assumption that only one application should be submitted and funding for Colorado was
only $15 million. Since then, staff learned that applicants are allowed to submit more
than one application and each application is reviewed on its own merits and not a
comparative evaluation. Staff also learned that the estimated funding for Colorado is
$15 million each year for three years, 2023-2025, for approximately $45 million.
Proposal:
This application is for the full project costs including design and engineering,
environmental assessment, right-away considerations; construction of the detached
trail, center left turn lane, bike lanes, curb and gutter, and reconstruction of the travel
lanes. The purpose of this request is for a support letter for the application which is due
June 5, 2019.
Advantages:
This project is ranked in the top ten priorities in the Estes Valley Master Trails Plan.
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The project demonstrates community support of accommodating travel mode
alternatives between downtown and RMNP by improving safety for pedestrians and
cyclists with the trail and bike lanes while improving vehicular safety with a center
lane for left turns for businesses and residents.
This grant funding opportunity exists now and the proposed improvements are fully
eligible for funding under this program, as they provide access to, and are adjacent
to, RMNP.
This grant is managed by Central Federal Lands staff which lessens the impact on
Town staff resources and workload capacity compared to managing the project
internally.
Improved accessed to RMNP through one of its busiest entrances. The Park
estimated 4.6 million visitors in 2018; 80 percent through Estes Park and of these
two-thirds were through the Beaver Meadows Park Entrance from Moraine Avenue.
Meets the Board’s strategic goals to enhance visitor experience, and shows support
for businesses and the economy.
Disadvantages:
The project is expensive and local match funds are not budgeted.
Construction will be disruptive for residents, businesses and visitors.
Action Recommended:
Staff recommends Town Board support and fund this Access Program grant application.
Finance/Resource Impact:
The estimated cost for this project is $26 million and the local cost share for this grant
program is 17.21 percent ($4.5 million). The 2019 Access Program grant funds will be
available in 2023 through 2025 which allows time to accumulate local match funding if
awarded the grant. Our existing trail revenue streams would generate $2.25 million
($750k per year) or more if GOCO or FLAP funding is awarded for the Fall River
Trail. Selling our vacant lot on the corner of Elm and Moraine could generate additional
funds. The Town could potentially budget about $500k per year from the Community
Reinvestment Fund for those 3 years if needed to secure the $21.5 million grant.
Partnership cost sharing from CDOT could also be pursued.
Level of Public Interest
Public interest is expected to increase because this is a high-use area where the
improvements and potential construction disruption will be significant.
Sample Motion:
I move for approval/denial to authorize the Mayor to sign the attached letter of support
for the Access Program Moraine Avenue Multimodal Improvements grant application.
Attachments:
Draft 2019 FLAP Moraine Ave Support Letter
FLAP Moraine 1 (map)
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Public Works
Engineering Parks Facilities Streets
Parking & Transit Fleet
970-577-3587
publicworks@estes.org
170 MACGREGOR AVE. P.O. BOX 1200, ESTES PARK CO. 80517 WWW.ESTES.ORG
May 14, 2019
Office of Federal Lands Highway
Department of Transportation
Central Federal Lands Highway Division
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington DC 20590
RE: Federal Lands Access Program grant application support from the Town of Estes Park Board
of Trustees
To Whom It May Concern:
The Town of Estes Park Board of Trustees support this application for a Federal Lands Access
Program (Access Program) grant from Central Federal Lands Highway Division (CFLHD) for
the Moraine Avenue Multimodal Improvements. This proposed project will address high priority
transportation needs as well as safety improvements for vehicular and pedestrian travel.
Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) is the third most visited national park in our country.
Our community of only 6,000 full time residents host millions of visitors each year.
Approximately 4.6 million people visited this park in 2018 and 80 percent arrived through Estes
Park. Of these visitors, two-thirds (almost 2.5 million) traveled through the Beaver Meadows
Park Entrance via Moraine Avenue. The Town Board takes its responsibility of hosting visitors
seriously and strives to deliver an exceptional guest experience to our guests and residents. We
value our collaborative relationship with the RMNP staff, and wish to partner to improve the
visitor experience. This will be accomplished through the significant improvements to this
section of Moraine Avenue and the addition of the trail.
The Estes Park Moraine Avenue Multimodal Improvements includes a detached trail to safely
and efficiently accommodate pedestrians and recreational cyclists traveling to RMNP and the
businesses along this avenue. It also includes road improvements to address safety and
congestion with a center left turn lane, bike lanes, and curb and gutter. Currently, Moraine is a
two-lane road with no left turn lane or shoulders, causing traffic to back up waiting for vehicles
turning left.
This proposed project will extend the current FLAP-funded Downtown Estes Loop project by
improving the infrastructure capacity to support millions of travelers and addressing public
safety, promote regional transportation connectivity, and facilitate economic stability and
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Engineering Parks Facilities Streets
Parking & Transit Fleet
970-577-3587
publicworks@estes.org
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growth. Once complete, this project will provide an extremely valuable benefit to Estes Park, the
region and state as well as the federal government because of our proximity to the National Park
and national forests. This is an expensive and large project for our small Town. We look to
grants to support these projects.
The added benefit of a multimodal trail that connects directly with the Federal Transit
Administration (FTA) grant-funded transit hub and parking structure results in a continued
connection between this structure and RMNP. The Town is currently working on another trail
into the RMNP along Fall River. When complete these two trails will provide a loop from
historic downtown Estes Park into RMNP and return.
The Estes Park Town Board expresses its gratitude to CFLHD for its continued support of
gateway communities to federal lands that are high use recreational areas. We are a small
gateway community with limited resources, and the CFLHD support is highly welcomed and
needed to improve the infrastructure that supports millions of visitors. As a premiere national
and global destination, we welcome this partnership to improve our infrastructure for residents
and guests as a place to live, work and visit. A favorable consideration of this application would
be very much appreciated.
Regards,
Todd Jirsa, Mayor
Town of Estes Park
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Big Thompson RiverEstes Park FLAP Application 16-132 05/06/16Description of Proposed WorkEstes Park: Moraine Avenue Multimodal Improvements Project2016 Colorado Federal Lands Access Program ApplicationNORTHHigh DriveElm Road
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Estes Park FLAP Application 16-132 05/18/16Cross SectionsEstes Park: Moraine Avenue Multimodal Improvements Project2016 Colorado Federal Lands Access Program ApplicationNORTHExisting Moraine Avenue (US 36)Looking WestProposed Moraine Avenue (US 36)Looking West2-8'PavedShoulder0-4'DirtShoulder12'Lane12'Lane2-8'PavedShoulder0-4'DirtShoulder7'BikeLane10'Trail12'Lane16'Lane12'Lane7'BikeLane79
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PUBLIC WORKS Memo
To: Honorable Mayor Jirsa
Board of Trustees
Through: Town Administrator Lancaster
From: Greg Muhonen, PE, Public Works Director
Date: May 14, 2019
RE: Letter of support for the 2019 BUILD Grant for Big Thompson River
Channel Work and Bridge Replacement
(Mark all that apply)
PUBLIC HEARING ORDINANCE LAND USE
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT RESOLUTION OTHER Support Letter
QUASI-JUDICIAL YES NO
Objective:
Public Works seeks Town Board support to submit a Federal DOT Better Utilizing
Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant application.
Present Situation:
On April 23, 2019, the Board was presented information regarding this grant opportunity
for a maximum award of $25 million. Staff has subsequently confirmed that submitting
an application for 100 percent of the project costs is not fatal to an application.
However, our Federal partners at CFL HD indicate cost share inclusion is common in
the successful applications and would greatly improve the odds of selection.
Proposal:
PW staff proposes that this grant application be submitted as a Phase 2 extension to
the existing Downtown Estes Loop project. By doing so, the application can show the
pooling of CDOT devolution funding ($4.2 million), FLAP grant funding ($13 million),
Town of Estes Park local funding ($1.533 million), and BUILD grant funding ($23.5
million) for a total of $42.2 million project. The BUILD grant program would contribute
59.2% of this cost. This is a near-shovel-ready project, as the Environmental
Assessment (EA) work is complete, and the Ph 1 design is nearly complete. If this 2019
application is not funded, the Town could consider modifying and resubmitting a BUILD
grant application in 2020. The application cost is not wasted.
This proposed project includes widening the Big Thompson River channel between the
US Highway 36 Bridge to the Riverside Bridge and a multi-use path along the south
river bank. Water recreational opportunities could be explored. It also includes
replacement of the Riverside Bridge and the Rockwell Bridge. This is an expensive and
large project and the best option for completing this is with grant support.
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Advantages:
Reduced flood damage risk and reduced floodplain limits along this segment of the
river translate to decreased flood insurance premiums for the impacted property and
business owners.
Increased river channel capacity accelerates the opportunity to remove the flow
restrictions temporarily constructed in the new Moraine Ave Bridge.
Construction could potentially occur in 2021/2022 concurrent with the Loop, thus
minimizing the duration of business disruption to one (or possibly two) season(s).
This Town effort to improve community flood resiliency improves eligibility for future
grant funding.
This project could substantially and quickly implement significant stormwater
infrastructure improvements that are not currently funded.
The CFL HD team indicated willingness to manage this project concurrently with the
Ph 1 project, which reduces project cost and administrative burdens on the Town.
Disadvantages:
Expanded construction work causes expanded disruption to access and visitation;
however, detours will be in place to address vehicle and pedestrian traffic needs.
This project will require additional staff oversight.
Action Recommended:
Staff recommends Town Board support and fund this BUILD grant application.
Finance/Resource Impact:
PW staff proposes to spend $33,420 from the $70k approved in the 2019 STIP budget
for Professional Services to hire AECOM to prepare and submit a grant application for
this BUILD grant, and offer a $1.5 million cost match from the General Fund balance as
a local support incentive for the award of a $23.5 million BUILD grant to the Town. This
contribution equates to 6% of the estimated project cost. A future budget appropriation
would be required if this grant is awarded.
Level of Public Interest
Public Interest is expected to be high because of its relationship to stormwater
management and Loop project, as well as the timing of construction impacts to
downtown Estes Park.
Sample Motion:
I move for approval/denial to authorize the Mayor to sign the attached letter of support
for the BUILD grant application and authorize the Finance Director to earmark $1.5M of
the unassigned General Fund balance as potential future local match funding.
Attachments:
Draft 2019 BUILD Support Letter, Floodplain map
Floodplain Comparison Map
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May 14, 2019
Office of Infrastructure, Finance and Innovation
Office of the Secretary of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Ave, SE
Washington DC 20590
RE: DOT BUILD grant application support from the Town of Estes Park Board of Trustees
Dear Secretary:
The Town of Estes Park Board of Trustees supports this application for a Better Utilizing
Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant from the Department of Transportation.
The proposed project will address transportation and flood resiliency needs in our community,
and is a second phase for a Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP) project that is currently
underway in our mountain town. Estes Park is a community of only 6,000 full time residents that
hosts millions of people each year who visit our historic village and our neighbor, Rocky
Mountain National Park (RMNP), the third most visited national park in our country.
The proposed project will complement the FLAP Downtown Estes Loop Phase 1 project by
ensuring infrastructure has the capacity to support millions of travelers and is protected from
future flooding. The Environmental Assessment (EA) work is complete. This project includes
channel widening between the US Highway 36 Bridge upstream to the Riverside Bridge
(confluence of two rivers) and a multi-use path along the south river bank. It also includes
replacement of the Riverside Bridge and the Rockwell Bridge. In anticipation of the revised
FEMA floodplain maps, staff looks for grant opportunities to improve resiliency and provide for
mitigation from future flooding. This project would have a significant impact for improved
stormwater infrastructure conditions, address public safety, promote regional transportation
connectivity, and facilitate economic stability and growth. This is an expensive and large project
for our Town. It will only proceed if we receive grant funding support.
The Town only recently completed construction recovery work from the 2013 devastating flood
that caused over $50 million in damage in the Estes Valley. It will be years before we receive
reimbursements from FEMA.
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Once complete, this project will provide significant benefit to Estes Park, the region and state as
well as the federal government because of our proximity to the national park and national forest.
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The added benefit of a multi-use trail that connects directly with the Federal Transit
Administration (FTA) grant-funded transit hub and parking structure will move our community
closer to completion of a multimodal connection between this structure and RMNP. The Town is
currently working on another trail project into RMNP along Fall River. The completion of the
two trails will provide a loop into RMNP from historic downtown Estes Park.
The Town Board expresses its gratitude to DOT for this opportunity and for the current and past
support. The infrastructure work that is needed to support millions of visitors would not be
possible without the DOT grants. As a premiere national and global destination, we welcome this
partnership to improve our infrastructure for residents and guests as a place to live, work and
visit. A favorable consideration of this application would be very much appreciated.
Regards,
Todd Jirsa, Mayor
Town of Estes Park
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AECOM Hydrology and Hydraulics Preliminary Report
Moraine Avenue and Riverside Drive:
CO FLAP 34(1) & 36(1)
June 6, 2016 (Revision 3)
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Public Works Department
TOWN OFESTES PARKFall River Trail
Trail Segment
2019 Trail Alignment (LWCF Grant)
2020 Trail Alignment (NMT Grant)
2021 Trail Alignment (2019 GOCO Grant)
2022 Trail Alignment
Rocky Mtn National Park Boundary
Streams
Lakes
Fall River Trail - Project Overview
Trail Segment Description
Trail
Length
(mi)
Construction
Year
Project
Budget Town Funds Grant EVRPD Shortfall Environmental Status Easement Status
Western End (RMNP Boundary to David
Dr & Fish Hatchery Rd)1.1 2019 $1.5M $434,000 CPW - LWCF ($400k
Awarded)$400k $333,000
Harmony Foundation - Cornerstone
following up with dedicating trail
easement
Bridge Section (Fall River crossing at
Fish Hatchery Rd, connect to church
parking lot)
0.1 2020 $625k $375,000
CPW - Non-
Motorized Trails
($250k Awarded)
$0 $0
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Place across Bugle Point, to parking
lot
Central (Church parking lot on Fish
Hatchery Road east onto Fall River Rd,
then south to intersection of Fall River
Rd & Fall River Ct)
0.7 2021 $3M $400,000 GOCO ($2M -
pending application)$300k $346,000
Resolve Evergreen's Alignment/
Easement. Budget includes land
acquisition or increased construction
costs
Eastern End (Fall River Rd & Fall River
Ct to terminus near Sleepy Hollow Rd)0.6 2022?$2.2M $400,000 TBD TBD $1.8M No Easements needs identified in
plans. Some TCEs may be required
TOTAL 2.50 $7.3M $1.6M $700k $2.5M
Date Revised: 5/14/2019
Class III Cultural Resource
Survey, Wetland Delineation &
404 Permit process underway
Wetland Delineation & 404
Permit process underway. All
other environmental clearances
complete.
NORTHEstes Park FLAP Application 16-132 05/03/16Federal Lands Accessed from Estes Park, ColoradoEstes Park: Moraine Avenue Multimodal Improvements Project2016 Colorado Federals Lands Access Program ApplicationRocky Mountain National Park BoundaryPROJECT34367663634Moraine Ave.Riverside Dr.Mar y 's Lake Rd.BEAVER MEADOWSENTRANCEBEARLAKEMORAINE PARKGLACIERBASINFALL RIVERVISITORS CENTERMORAINE PARKVISITORS CENTERROCKY MOUNTAINNATIONAL PARKYMCA of the ROCKIESTOWN ofESTES PARK
Big Thompson RiverEstes Park FLAP Application 16-132 05/06/16Description of Proposed WorkEstes Park: Moraine Avenue Multimodal Improvements Project2016 Colorado Federal Lands Access Program ApplicationNORTHHigh DriveElm Road
CragsDriveDavisStreet Davis StreetIntersectionImprovementsMulti-Use Trail3Constrained Roadway21Park River PlaceIntersectionImprovements4Moraine AvenueWidening5Elm RoadIntersectionImprovementsMarys Lake Roadand High DriveIntersectionImprovements(East Leg Only)67Moraine AvenueMa r y s L a k e
Ro a dPark RiverPlaceRiverside Drive36ToRMNPTo DowntownEstes Park
Estes Park FLAP Application 16-132 05/18/16Cross SectionsEstes Park: Moraine Avenue Multimodal Improvements Project2016 Colorado Federal Lands Access Program ApplicationNORTHExisting Moraine Avenue (US 36)Looking WestProposed Moraine Avenue (US 36)Looking West2-8'PavedShoulder0-4'DirtShoulder12'Lane12'Lane2-8'PavedShoulder0-4'DirtShoulder7'BikeLane10'Trail12'Lane16'Lane12'Lane7'BikeLane
Rendering of Proposed Multi-Modal Improvements
Rendering of Proposed Multi-Use Trail
Downtown Estes Loop Environmental Assessment Executive Summary
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Figure ES-2: Proposed Action
Source: AECOM
AECOM Hydrology and Hydraulics Preliminary Report
Moraine Avenue and Riverside Drive:
CO FLAP 34(1) & 36(1)
June 6, 2016 (Revision 3)
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