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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDowntown Development Authority - Minutes - 02/01/1996�NTOWN � d � DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ONE WEST CONTEMPORARY ART CENTER Telephone (303) 484-2020 201 SOUTH COLLEGE AVENUE, FORT COLLINS, CO 80524 Telefax (303) 484-2069 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT ADTEORITY Regular Directors' Meeting MIMUTES OF FEHRDARY 1. 1996 e�� HI/ „Ili LY The Board of Directors of the Downtown Development Authority met in regular session at 7:30 a.m., February 1,1996 in the conference room at 201 South College Avenue, One West Contemporary Art Center. PRESENT There were present: Stephen Slezak, Chair presiding Bonnie Bixler Szidon, Vice Chair Mary Brayton, Secretary Carey Hewitt, Treasurer Rick Goodale Jason Meadors Kermit Allard Greg Belcher Staff: Chip Steiner, Consultant Anne Garrison Lucia Liley, Counsel Absent: Chuck Wanner Guests: Joe Frank, City Planning CALL TO ORDER Mr. Slezak called the meeting to order, and entertained a motion to approve the minutes of January 4, 1996. Counsel then requested that the paragraph referencing "Conflict of Interest" more fully reflect the outcome of the discussion. The question under consideration was whether or not DDA Board members fall under the State Statute or City Charter or Code. Ms. Liley recommended, and the Board concurred, taking this matter back to the City for a Charter or Code change. DDA MINUTES PAGE 2 A motion was made by Ms. Szidon and seconded by Mr. Belcher to approve the minutes of January 4, 1996 with this addendum, and the motion carried unanimously. COZZOLA'S PIZZA Mr. Steiner, reporting on their status, observed that they continue in their efforts to obtain financing through the Money Store and SBA. The gap between needed funds and loan amounts remains substantial, and Mr. Steiner suggested that they sell the building and lease back, or bring in some additional investors. BUSINESS City staff has been made aware and is receptive to setting IMPROVEMENT up a BID on the basis that the equivalent amount of revenue DISTRICT generated by GID and DDA mill levies will fund it. The following needs to be explored: • Amendment One ramifications • Whether North College wishes to participate • Timing the creation of the BID to avoid a funding lapse In order to move forward, Mr. Steiner continued, the Board needs to instruct City Council to place this item on its work agenda. The fact that they are receptive will not engender any action on their part. Council must instruct City staff to look into the matter. At this juncture, Mr. Meadors moved to recommend that City Council request their staff to explore the issue. This was seconded by Ms. Szidon. Mr. Hewitt interjected, expressing his reluctance to support the motion and requesting the Board to define the advantages. What began with Foxfire has progressed well beyond, and he does not believe the DDA wants more control. He suggested, in light of DDA's proposed demise in ten years, that this matter be reviewed closer to that time. Ms. Liley countered that it would take several years to get the BID up and running, and preparations should begin in advance of that timeframe. It was noted that a BID can be created without an election, so long as the mill levy is not implemented, and the DDA could act as the governing body for the District. Mr. Hewitt concluded that if DDA wants to pursue the creation of a BID, then the Board should look into all the possibilities, and then request the City to create this entity, if its findings so direct. Mr. Allard then suggested we refer the matter back to the committee to clarify the issues, and request that Mr. Steiner put together some information outlining the scope of work for a BID. He reminded the Board that its initial thrust was to consolidate the entities, not add another. At this juncture, Mr. Meadors withdrew his motion and moved to refer the issue back to the committee, and Ms. Szidon seconded the motion which carried unanimously. HARMONY MILL Mr. Goodale excused himself from this portion of the meeting RESOLUTION 96-3 as Mr. Steiner reported that the owner, Natural Resources Consulting Engineers, has moved in and some work remains on the first two floors. The Board now needs to authorize the Chair to enter into a facade acquisition agreement. Mr. Allard moved to approve Resolution 96-3, this was seconded by Mr. Belcher and the motion carried unanimously. DDA MINUTES PAGE 3 RESOLUTION 96-1 Resolution 96-1 references the renewal of the lease between AND RES. 96-2 the DDA and One West Art Center. Resolution 96-2 speaks to the ongoing marketing and promotional agreement between the DDA and the Downtown Business Association, and authorizes the Chair to sign both the lease renewal and the DBA agreement. Mr. Allard moved to adopt both resolutions, this was seconded by Mr. Hewitt and the vote carried unanimously. CITY PLAN Referring to the information packet entitled Community Vision and Goals, Mr. Steiner gave an overview from the Central Business District's perspective, which touched on alternative modes of transportation, building designs, retaining certain civic services downtown, and preserving the river. In the ensuing discussion, concerns were expressed that possibly the Visual Preference Survey was slanted to bring the public to a conclusion already reached by designers; that sometimes government has made its decision and then holds input sessions. Mr. Frank dealt candidly with the issues stating that the current document replaced the one adopted in 1987, and the Land Use Guidance System will stay, although it will undergo some changes. He also pointed out that VPS is only one tool of fifty five elements already in place. Other concerns addressed downtown's dependence on parking, and if alternative transportation was endorsed by City Council, would it afford or even allow the addition of needed parking structures. Also questioned was the mixed message being sent with regard to Primary Viable Transportation (bicycles) and infill development, and the restrictions imposed on those who attempt to comply. Mr. Slezak encouraged all interested parties to attend a meeting on February 14, and/or a workshop on February 21, after which this issue will go to City Council. Mr. Steiner was asked to draft a letter to Council reemphasizing the parking needs, thus sending a strong message to the City from DDA in this regard. Mr. Frank concluded by saying that a parking study was currently underway. The Master Transportation Plan personnel, in concert with Colorado State University are researching the parking needs for both areas, and DDA input is coveted. ADJOURN There being no further business the meeting was adjourned. Mary Brayton, Secretary D11OWNTOWN 0 dd DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ONE WEST CONTEMPORARY ART CENTER Telephone (303) 484-2020 201 SOUTH COLLEGE AVENUE, FORT COLLINS, CO 80524 Telefax (303) 484-2069 TO: DDA Board of Dir or FROM: Chip Steiner DATE: 3/4/96 RE: 350 Linden Street Pete and Jan Cottier, owners of the building at 350 Linden Street, have asked for DDA consideration with regard to the renovation of the property. The building is directly across the street from Sears Trostel and until recently housed New Belgium Brewing. The Cottiers intend to rehabilitate the exterior of the building, remodel roughly a third of the interior into offices for Cottier Construction and rent the balance. Estimated cost (not including tenant finish on the rentable space) is $135,900. Of that amount, $6,700 is attributable to improvement costs associated with the west (street -facing) facade. Another $4,200 has been estimated for right-of-way improvements. It is difficult to assess the potential impact resulting from the improvement of this building. It, like the Harmony Mill, sits in an area devoid of the more visible and basic urban improvements such as curb, gutter, and sidewalk. The building is in that "no- man's-land" between Old Town and the Poudre River. Right-of-way improvements will connect to nothing on either side. If storm drainage must be provided an additional $10,000 cost is incurred. Clearly, however, renovation of this building meets the objective of knitting the river corridor back into the fabric of the central business district. The Cottiers, like the owners of Harmony Mill, are risking plenty to help spark the rejuvenation of this area. Slowly, these "pioneering" efforts will begin to snowball. It is for the latter reason as much as for any proposed physical improvements that the Board is encouraged to participate in this project. If DDA participation can leverage this renovation, the renovation itself may leverage others to consider doing the same. These incremental steps will open the way to linking downtown with the River. The Authority has committed $25,000 of an available $90,000 for the year, leaving a $65,000 balance. Attached is a letter of request from the owners and a budget estimate that breaks out right-of-way and facade expenses. Drawings will be brought to the meeting. cottier 0 March 1, 1996 Board of Directors Downtown Development Authority re: Improvements to 350 Linden Street Dear Board Members, We are planning renovations to our building located at 350 Linden Street, and want to discuss with you the options available for DDA involvement and funds. The building is the original Union Pacific Freight Depot built around 1911. It is located within a national historic district, it is not in a local district. It has no other historical designation at this time. The City's Downtown Plan has identified the Frieght Depot as a significant landmark. Improvments to this site will be very visible and an important contribution to the planned improvments to Linden Street between Jefferson and the river. We have presented the project to the LPC and Colorado Historical Society and received their comments and guidelines. At this time we do not intend to ask for local or national designation and therefore will not be seeking funds from those sources. The current use for the building is office and warehouse. Future uses may be more suitable as all office or retail as downtown redevelopment and improvments occur. Our immediate goal is to rejuvenate the exterior and interior of the building and preserve the significant architectural features. Proposed exterior work includes: Rebuilding roof canopies Roof replacement Repair, replacement, and addition of windows Tuck point and cleaning of the brick Rebuild and repair the architectural gutters Add landscaping, walks, and ADA accessibility Improvements in the city ROW; paving, walks, and drainage Proposed interior work includes: New HVAC systems New partitions and finishes Floor and structural repairs cottier construction, inc. • p.o. box 1051 • fort collins, colorado 80522 • 970-221-4621 We are in the process of identifying the extent of work that may be either allowed or required in the city right of way on Linden Street which extends to ten feet from the front of the building. We have identified major component budget items. We would appreciate your comments pertaining specifically to : DDA's desirability to own or hold an easement on the west facade. Easements on the western portion of the north and south facades. DDA's participation in city ROW improvements both on - and off -site. DDA's participation in private site work Mechanisms and agreements to facilitate DDA involvement. Si nc e y, Pe a an n Cottier 03/04/1996 12:55 970-22JW656 COMER CONSTWION PAGE 01 CITYROW WESTFACADE PHASE 1 EXTE XMR PORTION PORTION WINOOW LMNTS REPAIFV REPLACE OW) 36M FRONT DOOR F09R ACE am Soo CANOPY REPAIRS 30W REROOF 1s000 TUCr1C BFXX 150o aw CLEAN BRK2C 1500 300 GUTTER REPAIRS 2000 250 CKTEFOOR PAINT am wo Sw DOC.7C DOOR **x L 23W HO RAMP 1500 NORTH DOCK STABILE 1000 ON SITE GRADE 100 ROW GRADE / PAVE 2OW 2000 ROW OONC RETE 2200 2200 Fi40Kf WALK& STEPS 41900 A00 FRONT LANDSCAPE 2200 OFF SITE DRIANAG9 CITY ROW 10000 10000 PHI EXTTTLS Bi1200 14200 l700 PHASEI W4TEFIOR /200*2000 o1 RESURFACE FLOORS 2WO ELEVATED DEC KROF7 l000 STPA)C URAL-STL mm BATHE 4W) PART1004181 GYP 14M DOORS FFIAMES 15 SSW C LAZE DOCK ORS A000 OONC. 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