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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNatural Resources Advisory Board - Minutes - 09/07/19880 L MINUTES CITY OF FORT COLLINS NATURAL RESOURCES ADVISORY BOARD SEPTEMBER 7, 1988 Board Members Present: Suzanne Bassinger Denise LaRue Charles Davis Ari Michelsen Rich Fisher Pat Reed Tim Johnson Susan Whitmer Board Members Absent: (excused) Sheryl Barr Bob Sanz Dave DuBois Staff Present: Brian Woodruff Edith Felchle Bob Wilkinson Minutes Minutes of the August 1988 Natural Resources Advisory Board meeting were unanimously approved as submitted. Committee Reports Land use: Michelsen stated that the board needed to review the criteria and maps for wetlands and environmentally sensitive areas, and if approved, would then need to be a part of presenting these to the Planning and Zoning Board at a joint meeting on 9/21 and then to Council at its 10/11 work session. Woodruff advised that Council will not be asked to address implementation, just the maps and criteria. Wilkinson introduced the main areas to be addressed in the presentation: (1) Why conserve wetlands and wildlife habitat in Fort Collins, (2) Which areas are most sensitive and how will they be integrated into design, and (3) Quality of life issues: citizens appreciate wildlife and are concerned about habitat protection, Council goals, and the Comprehensive Plan directive. It was discussed that for the P 6 Z and Council presentations, NRAB might want to present the citizen appreciation and concerns section. Wilkinson presented the specifics of the methodology and criteria. It was suggested that the word "Map" be dropped from the methodology and criteria page titles so they could be used for future identification of wetlands and wildlife habitat. Concern was expressed that the wording of the wetland methodology sounded like Fort Collins was relinquishing wetland decisions to the Army Corps of Engineers. It was suggested that the following statement might be used to clarify: "The Corps decision does not have to influence the City of Fort Collins." There was concern that the basis for development of the wetland map was considerably easier to understand than that for development of the wildlife habitat map. The scientific formula used to develop the wildlife habitat map was described in detail and identification of areas was described. It was suggested that a list be attached to the wildlife habitat criteria, as an appendix, identifying the birds, mammals, reptiles, and fish referred to in the I . "Species of Local Interest" section. It was suggested that, in the upcoming presentations, it might be helpful to mention that the areas on the wildlife habitat map were first reviewed based on professional judgement, they were confirmed again using the scientific criteria. It was also suggested that using an example of how the criteria were applied to a specific area could be helpful. There was concern that the wording "in the Urban Growth Area" was confusing and that it should instead say, "within the city and the Urban Growth Area." There was discussion about whether or not there was any documentation of the mapped areas. It was moved and seconded that the criteria be adopted. The motion passed unanimously. It was moved and seconded that the maps be adopted. The motion passed unanimously. Woodruff suggested that NRAB send a resolution to P 6 Z recommending adoption of the criteria and maps. Michelsen stated that this would be done informally, especially since the two were meeting together on 9/21. There was some discussion about the Council presentation. It may be a multi —board presentation, with NRAB presenting the citizen appreciation/ concerns portion, the ad hoc wildlife committee making the presentation on the areas in Fort Collins of particular sensitivity, staff presenting other portions, and Mike Davis of Development Services presenting the Land Development Guidance System as the implementation tool. Michelsen suggested the Land Use Committee and other interested NRAB members meet in the next few weeks to plan NRAB's portion of the presentation. Recycling: The Executive Summary of the recycling report was handed out. It will go to Council in a few days. Bassinger advised that the Recycling Committee had changed its position from supporting a City operated curbside program to supporting City support of private haulers doing curbside recycling in conjunction with their trash routes. The committee has taken this position because of interest shown by the private haulers. She stated that the wording in the Executive Summary does not reflect the fact that the committee wants Council to maintain a commitment to supporting recycling. She will talk to staff about this. Woodruff advised that Rich Shannon of Utility Services, using this Executive Summary, plans a presentation to Council on 9/13 about opportunities for recycling. Council will be asked to consider earmarking budget funds for support of curbside recycling. Council is being asked to commit $30,000-60,000 to support private curbside recycling. It was stated that this seems like a good time to go into a self—sufficient program, but it is important to know exactly what will happen before making the jump. It was moved and seconded that the Recycling Committee continue working on the project in the direction they are now going. The motion carried unanimously. Better Air Campaign update Woodruff reported that the City Manager's Office is supporting the Better Air Campaign for '88—'89 with $12,500 from contingency funds (this is half of what was requested). Natural Resources Division will add money from other areas, including the Chamber of Commerce, to come up with a 10 total pot of $20,000. The money will be used to hire two people and to have an advertising budget of $10,000. A Better Air Campaign steering committee is planned. NRAB representation will be included. The Steering committee will be formed this month. LaRue and Fisher stated they want to be on the steering committee. Review of Natural Resources work program Woodruff stated that the work program will be comple ed in a few days, but it is not a static document. By its very nature it dill change. NRAB can always comment on any phase of the program at any time. Since the meeting was running late, no further discussion ensued. National Recreation Area Reed handed out a status report on the Poudre River National Recreation Area Study. He stated that key advisors are being sought and NRAB representation is desired. Reed said he is willing to be that representative, but he wanted to give the opportunity if anyone else wanted to serve. Michelsen designated Reed to serve as the NRAB representative. Election of officers Nominations were opened for NRAB Chair. Michelsen was nominated. Nominations ceased. Michelsen was unanimously elected. Nominations were opened for NRAB vice —chair. Reed was nominated. Nominations ceased. Reed was unanimously elected. Johnson was thanked for his contributions as vice —chair during the past year. Committee selection The question was raised whether we should continue with the current committee structure, which related to NRAB goals. Michelsen stated that there has been no re —direction from Council on goals, so NRAB should proceed toward the stated goals. The '88—'89 committee structure is as follows: Legislative Review Mitigation Land Use Education/Information Water Hazardous Materials Recycling/Solid Waste Air Quality NRAB Personnel DuBois, Reed, Davis DuBois, Reed, Sanz Bassinger, Sanz, Michelsen, Whitmer Johnson, Whitmer Michelsen, DuBois, R. Fisher DuBois, Johnson, Davis Bassinger, LaRue, Sanz, Barr Reed, Johnson, LaRue, R. Fisher Woodruff, Wilkinson Wilkinson Wilkinson Felchle Woodruff Woodruff Bruns, Wilkinson Woodruff it Michelsen asked all committees to determine chairs by the October NRAB meeting. Announcements Members were reminded of the 9/21 and 9/26 meetings with P 6 Z Board and the 10/11 work session with Council. It was announced that Mike Davis has set up a lunch for 9/20 for the chairs of all eight boards under Development Services to get together. It was announced that the upper Poudre River is being studied by the Forest Service in its recreation plan. Included in the proposal is a hiking and bike trail. The meeting adjourned at 10:20 p.m.