HomeMy WebLinkAboutParks And Recreation Board - Minutes - 04/17/1984CITY OF FORT COLLINS
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD
MINUTES: Special Meeting - April 17, 1984
The meeting was called to order at 5:35 p.m. by President Chuck Solano.
Members Mike ImMasche and Jan Sheppard called and could not attend.
Cathy Mulcahy was appointed acting Secretary for the meeting.
Agenda Review: No changes to the printed agenda.
Citizen Participation: No citizen participation.
Minutes: The minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 27, 1984, and the
Special Meeting of March 29, 1984, were approved unanamously (7:0), as
submitted, on a motion by Fran Bujack, seconded by Bill Loy.
Indoor Pool/Ice Arena Sales Tax Issue:
President Solano called this Special Meeting to discuss this issue, and
decide if the Board is for it, against it, or has no position. At the
February 28, 1984 meeting, Board members unanimously agreed to wait, and to
thoroughly review and discuss all information and background before taking
any position. Staff prepared an objective, factual report dated April 4,
1984, which provides most of the detail necessary to make an informed
decision.
Mr. Luke Santagelo from the Pool/Rink group attended the meeting to support
the issue, and made a brief presentation on the cost/benefit factors.
Jerry P. Brown highlighted some of the key points of the staff report,
including the assumptions that were made.
Random Board member comments included . Chuck Solano mentioned the history
and problems with voting for sales taxes in the past and not getting the
merchandise we pay for (i.e., the Seven -Year Sales Tax for the pool and
ice rink, Lincoln Center); and also the Lottery money being "redistributed"
as well . . . Fran Bujack doesn't feel we can justify support for the pool/
rink when we cannot meet current 0&M costs for parks and trails now .
Mary Elson supports the facility. Tax payers have been disappointed for
long enough . . . Bob Aukerman mentioned the possibility of being able to
support large swim meets/ice functions with the new hotels being built in
the community. Sales taxes and revenues derived in the City will be
important . . . Cathy Mulcahy would support such a facility down the road,
but that current 0&M for parks and trails should be met first . Ann
Schroeder pointed out that until we get the pool/rink, the cost is going
to increase until it is built. She supports the issue because of the
business trade-offs . Bill Loy expressed concerns on the future of the
existing downtown pool, and the parking/access at the Edora Park facility.
Staff noted that the full planning and zoning process would address the
parking issue.
After further questions and discussions, the Board, on a motion by Bill Loy,
seconded by Ann Schroeder, voted 5:2 to endorse the indoor pool/ice arena
1/4 cent sales tax increase on the May 1st ballot. Members Chuck Solano,
Mary Elson, Bob Aukerman, Ann Schroeder, and Bill Loy voted for the motion;
and Fran Bujack and Cathy Mulcahy voted against the motion. The Board then
unanimously decided that they will notify the media of the 5:2 endorsement,
and allow groups to use the name of the Board for support, if they desire.
Trolley Update
Chuck Solano attended the April 11th public meeting on the trolley and updated
the Board. Mr. Larry McDowell attended the meeting, and also informed the
Board of his perspective on the issue. He stated Councilman Clarke and
City Manager Arnold had several proposals, including a possible downtown
route. Mr. McDowell lives near City Park on Oak, and he feels there is
enough traffic and activities in City Park now. A trolley in the park is
not needed. Board members talked about their recommendation on the trolley,
and stated that they would wait until (or if) they are asked by City Council
or the City Manager for further input/recommendations.
Other Business
- Jerry P. Brown distributed some background information about a potential
tree appeal that the Board may have to decide in the future. The City
Forester will probably deny a request for removing a public tree for
a proposed solar photovoltaic system at 212 West Mulberry Street, If
that is the case, the appeal (if there is one) will come to the Board.
Planning and Zoning and the City Council could also become involved.
- Staff requested that the Board cancel the scheduled Regular Meeting of
April 24, 1984, because we have held three meetings within the last month,
and we have no scheduled business for next week. Also if the tree appeal
is filed, the tree ordinance (section 109-18 of the City Code) requires
the Board hear the appeal within ten (10) days, so there is a possibility
of another Special Meeting being called very soon. Board members unan-
imously agreed to cancel the April 24th meeting.
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The meeting was adjourned at 6:50 p.m., on a motion by Mary Elson; seconded
by Fran Bujack; passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Cathy Mulcahy
Acting Board Secretary
Meeting Attendance
Board Members Staff Guests
Chuck Solano Jerry P. Brown
Mary Elson
Bob Aukerman
Fran Bujack
Bill Loy
Ann Schroeder
Cathy Mulcahy
Luke Santangelo
Larry McDowell