HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Community Development Committee 2006-04-06RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, April 6, 2006
Minutes of a Regular meeting of the COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE of the Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado. Meeting
held in the Municipal Building in said Town of Estes Park on the 6th day of
April, 2006.
Committee:
Attending:
Also Attending:
Absent:
Chairman Doylen, Trustees Levine and Pinkham
All
Town Administrator Repola, Directors Pickering, Joseph,
Kilsdonk and Mitchell, and Deputy Clerk Schares
None
Chairman Doylen called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m.
Paul Fishman, 14ers Cafe, stated the retailers are concerned with the CVB purchasing
retail product before a policy was adopted and that retailers were not given the
opportunity to voice their concerns. He stated the draft policy leaves the door open for
the CVB to expand their product line.
Jim Tawney, Ponderosa Lodge, commented he was not pleased with retail items being
sold at the CVB.
CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
2006 Christmas Parade Contract and Parade Requests — Request Approval. Mgr.
Wright presented the following contracts:
1. 2006 Christmas Parade Contract
2. Rooftop Rodeo Parade - July 11,2006
3. Scottish Festival Parade - September 9, 2006
4. Christmas Parade - November 24, 2006
Concluding all discussion, the Committee recommends approval of the 2006
Christmas Parade Contract and parade requests, amending the Christmas Parade
Contract to read that the contract wili be reviewed in 2007 and the Speciai Events
Manager has the discretion to terminate the contract. The Contract will be
presented to the Town Board on April 25, 2006 to allow staff time to review the
contract.
Reports.
Reports provided for informational purposes and made a part of the proceedings.
• Advertising & Communications
• Public/Media Relations
• Visitors Center/Services
• Group Sales & Marketing
MUSEUM/SENIOR CENTER
Purchase Picnic Tabie for O’Connor Picnic Shelter - Request Approval
Dir. Kilsdonk explained that Recreation Plus is the sole sales agent in Colorado and
Wyoming for metal-armor coated tables. Russ Franklin, Parks Dept. Foreman, reviewed
the benefits of the metal-armor coated tables. Staff recommends purchasing 14 picnic
tables from Recreation Pius for $13,220. The Committee recommends approval to
purchase 14 picnic tables from Recreation Plus for the budgeted amount of $13,220.
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
Community Development - April 6, 2006 - Page 2
Reports.
Reports provided for informational purposes and made a part of the proceedings.
• Museum Monthly Report - Dir. Kilsdonk commented that a new exhibit on
Charles Partridge Adams will open April 14, 2006.
• Senior Center Monthly Report
1. Senior Center Van Policy
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Meat Smoking Regulations- Request Approval
Dir. Joseph reviewed the concerns regarding use of commercial meat smokers. He
identified possible regulatory options for meat smoking activities. Town Administrator
Repola suggested finding a solution that prohibits meat smokers unless certain criterion is
met. Trustee Doylen suggested creating a regulation that would allow meat smokers in
the Commercial District as long as visible particulates are not present. Josh Henderson,
Redstone Restaurant, stated burning of the wood seems to be the problem, electric and
gas grills if kept clean, do not produce large amounts of smoke. Following discussion, the
Committee recommends continued review of the issue and further discussion on
possible solutions.
Community Development Re-submittals Fee Policy — Request Approval
Dir. Joseph stated the Community Development Department has reached its capacity on
processing land use reviews. The problem seems to be stemming from incomplete
submittals. Staff recommends a re-submittal fee of 20% of the original fee charged. This
would deter incomplete applications upon submittal. Dir. Joseph suggested creating an
appeal process for offenders. Following discussion, the Committee recommends
creating specific criteria for implementation and appeal process and return the
proposal to the Committee in May.
Reports.
Reports provided for informational purposes and made a part of the proceedings.
• Activity and Budget Summaries
• 2006 Community Profile
• Jim Tawney: presentation on trails - Jim Tawney stated he and his
colleagues do not want to pay for pedestrian trails in the Marys Meadow
Development. He feels it is unfair that they are being required to pay for
the trails. He stated the community trail system was never taken to a
vote and therefore is inequitable. The Committee stated the trail system
will add to the value of the development and to the community. Dir.
Joseph suggested revisiting the trail system and refining the plan with the
Park and Recreation District. Discussion followed regarding future plans
for the pedestrian trails. Town Administrator Repola suggested having
the Trail Committee review the trail system and present a plan to the
Town Board.
MISC.
None
There being no further business. Chairman Doylen adjourned the meeting at 9:48 a.m.
APPROVED
APR 1 1 2006
TOWN OF ESTES PARK
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
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Suzy®Ghares, Deputy Town Clerk