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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Estes Park Urban Renewal Authority 1988-06-16BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Estes Park Urban Renewal Authority vU'une 16, 1988 Commissioners Present Also Present: Absent; Charles H. Phares, J. Donald Pauley, Edward B. Pohl, Milt Ericson, Jim Godbolt Pieter Hondius, Gary F. Klaphake Chairman Phares, Commissioners Pohl, Ericson, Hondius, Klaphake Polly Garrett/Town Trustee Executive Director Art Anderson Secretary Heifner Commissioners Godbolt, Pauley Minutes of the June 2, 1988 meeting were approved as prepared. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION Diane Stott/Yarn & Needle addressed the Board regarding the possibility of entertainment in Tregent Park. Chairman Phares noted that Riverside Plaza entertainment is proposed on a trial basis to create increased activity within the downtown area and it is expected that with the new streetscape/river amenities and easy access thereof, entertainment in this area will encourage pedestrians to remain in town longer, allowing increased opportunities to visit all businesses. Commissioner Klaphake stated the Town included Bond and Tregent Parks with Riverside Plaza in the proposed park management regulations and all individuals/organizations wishing to schedule events in these areas are required to apply for a park use permit. BILLS & COMMUNICATIONS It was moved and seconded (Pohl-Ericson) that the bills be paid. Motion carried. Director Anderson read a letter dated June 13, 1988 addressed to Chairman Phares from the Courtyard Merchants Association. The letter states in part, "although several individual Courtyard merchants have contacted EPURA concerning the extension of streetscape improvements up Virginia Drive, we realize that any decision on this project is 'on hold' until the larger question of EPURA's future is resolved". The letter also requests the addition of a "more shops" sign with an arrow pointing north on the signpost at the intersection of Park Lane and East Elkhorn and states, in part, "Since Virginia Drive no longer intersects with Elkhorn Avenue, visitors to downtown can no' longer easily locate Courtyard businesses by first finding Virginia Drive. Thus, a 'more shops' sign or signs at Elkhorn and Park Lane would direct people toward Virginia Drive and provide some information that additional shopping is available in that direction." Following today's meeting, the Board will view the area. Director Anderson is instructed to contact the Courtyard Merchants Association and advise them the Board will take this matter under consideration. Director Anderson read a letter dated June 8, 1988 from Boudreaux & Jackson, CPA's to the Town Administrator and Town Finance Officer stating the sales tax increment within the Urban Renewal District from May 1987 through April 30, 1988 is $682,736, approximately 13% higher than projected in the budget. TREASURER'S REPORT Copies of the May financial report were distributed. It was moved and seconded (Pohl-Klaphake) the report be accepted into the record. Motion carried. BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Estes Park Urban Renewal Authority - page two - June 16, 1988 LIAISON Town Board - Commissioner Klaphake noted the Town has drafted park management regulations for Riverside Plaza, Bond Park and Tregent Park. All individuals/organizations wishing to schedule events in these areas will be required to obtain a Park Use Permit. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Resolution No. 99/Time Extension for Heath Contract - Director Anderson reviewed correspondence from R. C. Heath Construction, Design Studios West, and offered the following for Board consideration. 1) An agreement for the construction of a public area and park in the vicinity of the Fall and Big Thompson Rivers' confluence in downtown Estes Park, Colorado was executed between the Authority and R. C. Heath Construction Company on October 1, 1987. 2) Due to: - the scope of work being increased with the addition of the Arcade area; - the harsh winter of 1987-88 which could not have been anticipated, based on the contractor's previous experience; - the plaza area's soil which tended to retain moisture, making the frost extremely deep and difficult to excavate; Staff recommends extending the deadline for substantial completion from May 15, 1988 to July 1, 1988. Commissioner Hondius asked whether soil content and weather conditions could have been anticipated by the contractor. Director Anderson stated neither item could have been accurately forecast. Upon recommendations of Staff and Design Studios West, it was moved and seconded (Ericson-Hondius) that Resolution No. 99 (EPURA Authorizing an Extension of Time to the River Corridor Construction Agreement Between the Authority and R. C. Heath Construction Company) be adopted. Motion carried. Director Anderson stated pedestrian access to a portion of Riverside Plaza will be open this weekend. Trustee Garrett suggested EPURA contact the Police Department requesting aid this weekend in containment of pedestrians within Riverside Plaza's accessable areas. Commissioner Klaphake will make this request. R. C. Heath will be alerted to take adequate measures to assure public safety at the construction site. Director Anderson reported Heath's trailer and remaining fencing is expected to be removed by July 1, 1988. Joel Estes Sculpture - Chairman Phares polled the Board regarding placement of the marble bust of Joel Estes which is presently on display at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum, noting that it was originally intended for EPURA, the Estes family and Town Board to select a mutually agreeable site. EPURA and the Estes family recommend the sculpture be displayed at the southside of the Municipal Building in the grassy area, east of the transit center. Commissioner Hondius expressed his desire that the sculpture remain at the museum. Chairman Phares requested Commissioner Klaphake poll the Town Board to ascertain concurrence with the transit center site. It was moved and seconded (Ericson-Pohl) that Commissioner Klaphake ascertain the Town Board's concurrence. Those voting "Yes" Chairman Phares, Ericson, Pohl. Those voting "No" Commissioners Hondius, Klaphake. Motion carried. BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Estes Park Urban Renewal Authority - page three - June 16, 1988 Resolution No. 100 - Acquisition of Real Estate ~ Director Anderson referred to a letter dated June 11, 1988 from Norbert L. and June F. Bartlett offering to sell the vacant south portion of the Bartlett Building lot and stated the Authority's purchase of this property would be advantageous for it ensures that this area of the river corridor will retain the openness which presently exists. Upon Staff recommendation, it was moved and seconded (Hondius-Ericson) that Resolution No. 100 (EPURA Accepting an Offer from Norbert and June Bartlett to Sell Real Property in the Downtown Redevelopment Area and Authorizing the Staff of the Authority ^ to Initiate Proceedings for Such Acquisition) be adopted. Motion carried. Commissioner Hondius conveyed the Board's appreciation to the Bartletts for their spirit of cooperation. Chairman Phares noted it is in the best interests of the community to purchase this ground to ensure openness of the area. STAFF Commissioner Ericson suggested the Superintendent of Rocky Mountain National Park and EVIA's Board of Directors receive Riverside Plaza grand opening/dedication invitations. A sculpture of the Rocky Mountain Big Horn Sheep Family which was sold to Charles H. Phares is on display at Gallery of the Ravens. It is anticipated that by displaying the collectibles in various businesses, additional opportunities will be provided for visitors to view and purchase the sculptures. A consignment agreement is required for each collectible displayed. Commissioner Pohl reported that other stores have expressed an interest in displaying the collectibles. Trustee Garrett stressed the need for continued positive communications between EPURA and the Town's Police and Fire Departments. There being no further business. Director Anderson requested an executive session to discuss a legal matter. There being no objection, the meeting adjourned to executive session. Donna Heifner, Recording Secretary