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ddoAUTHORITY
19 OLD TOWN SQUARE, SUITE 230
FORT COLLINS, CO 80524
Mary Brayton, Chair 484-1401 (W)
Chuck Wanner, Council Liaison 484-0810 (H)
Anne Garrison, Staff Liaison 484-2020 (W)
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Regular Directors' Meeting
MINUTES OF AUGUST 5, 1999
Telephone (970) 484-2020
Telefax (970) 484-2069
REGULAR MEETING
The Board of Directors of the Downtown Development Authority met in
regular session at 7:30 a.m. on August 5, 1999 in the conference Room at
Home State Bank, 303 East Mountain Avenue.
PRESENT There were present
Mary Brayton, Chair
Larry Stroud, Vice Chair
Jason Meadors, Secretary/Treasurer
Steve Slezak
John Pitner
Greg Belcher
Margaret Brown
Carey Hewitt
Chuck Wanner
STAFF Jay Hardy, Executive Director
Anne Garrison
GUESTS John Fischbach, Brad March, Angela Milewski, David Short, Tom Hacker
CALL TO ORDER Ms. Brayton called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m. and roll call was taken.
APPROVAL OF Mr. Belcher moved to adopt the minutes of July 1, 1999 as written,
MINUTES this was seconded by Mr. Stroud and carried unanimously.
HUCKLEBERRY'S PATIO Presenting this topic, Mr. Hardy shared with the Board that there had been a
genuine misunderstanding on the part of Ms. Markey, who last fall
expressed an interest in building a patio. Some discussions had taken
place with Mr. Stoner, and as her attached letter indicates, she made every
attempt to adhere to the process, as she understood it, but that process
did not include DDA.
DDA MINUTES
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It was Mr. Hardy's recommendation that DDA move forward to prepare an
agreement, and ascertain Ms. Markey's long term wishes in January 2000
when the licence agreements go into place.
Mr. Belcher made a motion to draft a licence agreement for
Huckleberry's patio, this was seconded by Mr. Pitner and carried
unanimously.
JOINT OFFICE BUILDING Mr. Hardy reported on a preliminary discussion between the DDA and three
other entities, namely the DBA, Fort Collins Economic Development and the
Chamber of Commerce. Sharing a building could provide a rental cost
savings for all entities. Suggestions ranged from renovating an existing
building of approximately 10,000 sq It, to building a new one, possibly with
DDA and the Chamber as owners. Such a project would entail
approximately 1.5 million dollars, which is a high end projection of costs.
The Board did not feel DDA should be an owner in the venture, and some
concern was expressed about public and private organizations being
housed together. One thought was that in order to create a tax base there
would need to be a private investor. The discussion concluded with the
Board's concern about where DDA will be in six years, it also expressed a
cautious interest in the entities being housed together and felt there should
be no long term commitments at this time.
RIVERFEST SPONSORSHIP The Poudre River Trust is hosting Riverfest once again, and has requested
DDA be a sponsor for the event. Aside from the chance to offer support to
this group, there is the added opporunity to display information concerning
projects both past and present in which DDA has played a significant role.
The Board signified its unanimous approval.
POUDRE RIVER Referencing Timothy Wilder's presentation to the Board in July, and the
COMMITTEE extensive written information provided at that time, it would seem
appropriate to form a committee to meet with Mr. Wilder. Therefore, Messrs.
Slezak, Stroud and Hardy, together with a Poudre River Property Owner
representative, will meet to bring the priorities to bear in determining
which projects suggest political and financial consideration.
DDA PROJECT A committee formulated to review the Project Analysis Process met with
ANALYSIS PROCESS the following recommendations:
' DDA would take perpetual easement on all facades.
' Projects would be reviewed on a quarterly basis
• Pre -application period could be in January/February (this would not
exclude late applications from consideration)
' Use of a prioritized evaluation criteria (committee was asked to rank
Priorities)
Mr. Slezak expressed concern about taking 'perpetual' easement on a
facade. The explanation given was that the State Historical Society requires
taking facade easements in perpetuity. Thus, Ms. Liley asked if DDA wanted
to come into line with them. Brad March, representing Legal Counsel, will
ask Ms. Liley to determine what the intent of the term 'perpetual' means in
this regard.
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Other input from the Board was as follows:
' Each of the priorities has equal weight, however, they could be ranked 1-5
` A quarterly review might place a burden on someone who must wait
three months for a resolution
' Of the projects approved in the past six months, which would we have
eliminated had we been under this process?
` To ask should not be to receive automatically, but rather projects should
be considered according to their merits
` Pre-application/planning, while beneficial for staff assessment, should not
be restrictive, especially in cases of smaller projects
` It was queried whether #7 (Effect on Parking) should be an issue
' Items 7 - 10 are not important if we have funds available, it not, they
would become part of the mix
MULTI -USE COMMUNITY Mr. Hardy shared with the Board that all six sites have now been reviewed
FACILITY with a point total which comprised twelve elements assessed to each.
The North Side Community Center was far and away the strongest
contender.
It was Mr. Hardy's recommendation that DDA continue to explore this site
with the City, to remove the other five sites from the table, but to remain
open to new opportunities as they present themselves.
Messrs. Fischbach and Hardy have arranged breakfast meetings with
individual Council members to present DDA's findings thus far, and to
address questions and concerns. In addition, the Floodplain Regulation
Task Force may need to resolve some issues before a decision can be
made. In using the North Aztlan site there would be continuous activity
throughout the year between the Community Center and the stadium with
their respective uses and functions.
Mr. Meadors moved to direct the Executive Director to engage in further
discussion with the City in regard to a proposed multi -use baseball stadium
and community center at the Northside location. That the Executive
Director apprise the Board of any other as yet undisclosed sites, as they
become evident. This was seconded by Mr. Slezak.
Mr. Slezak then inquired of Mr. Fischbach what the possibility was of a
thirteen month ground breaking. Mr. Fischbach responded that the Hood
plain Regulation Task Force determinations would be the first part of the
puzzle. The City must then be able to demonstrate that this is a sound
financial proposition, and avoid use of public funds.
Addressing the issue of expanding the DDA District, Mr. Wanner said the
shape of the boundaries may indicate that the shape of downtown is
changing. At this point, Mr. Fischbach interjected that there are two things
the DDA Board must ask itself:
' Is this the best project to undertake as DDA redefines itself.
• Is this the highest priority -the DDA has, given its mission and the political
difficulties it will face?
Thus the motion to direct the Executive Director to continue to explore the
North Side site with the City, together with any other new sites which may
be brought to its attention, was carried unanimously.
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HORTICULTURAL
This topic will appear on City Council's agenda in the month of September
CENTER
and Directors were referred to their packets for DDA's letter of support.
OTHER BUSINESS
Mr. Stroud referred to Mr. Fischbach's remarks and inquired when DDA
would ask itself these questions. Ms. Brayton suggested that more
information with regard to the team deal etc., was needed. Mr. Wanner
added that political issues had taken up much of the discussion, and now
a greater comfort level was needed on the funding portion of the deal.
Mr. Hardy advised that a meeting of potential private investors would be
held on August 10, 1999 at Home State Bank. He also affirmed that no
public monies would be involved and with anticipated financial support,
the project would be funded entirely by private investment.
ADJOURN
There being no further discussion, the meeting adjourned at 9.45 a.m.
Jason Meadors, Secretary
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19 OLD TOWN SQUARE, SUITE 230 Telephone (970) 484-2020
FORT COLLINS, CO 80524 Telefox (970) 484-2069
To: DDA Board of Directors
From: Jay Hardy
Date: September 2, 1999
RE: OLD TOWN SQUARE MAINTENANCE
Following an extensive research and analysis process, the City of Fort Collins has
decided they do not wish to take over the maintenance of Old Town Square. However, it
has stated a willingness to contribute financially to the upkeep and future maintenance of
the plaza. The contractual arrangement of the plaza requires Old Town Square to
maintain this area. However, due to increased usage of the plaza, Old Town Square
Properties is seeking some relief from the "excessive use" expenses. I have included a
copy of the original agreement for your perusal.
In my meetings with City Manager, John Fischbach, we discussed the possibility of the
DDA and City partnering to financially assist this effort. The dollars would not be used
for routine maintenance, but for items identified as needed and currently not being
performed. The amount discussed was $25,000/year. Any financial contribution from
the DDA requires Board action, and could entail an equal split with the City ($12,500
from DDA) or any amount the Board feels comfortable.
Similar to the parking garage, the question is whether we have an ongoing commitment
to the plaza, and is DDA willing to support this issue financially.
If the Board chooses to assist with funding, it could be drawn from our Capital
Improvement budget. This account is $100,000/year, and currently has over $50,000
remaining in the 1999 fiscal year budget.
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19 OLD TOWN SQUARE, SUITE 230
FORT COLLINS, CO 80524
To: DDA Board of Directors
From: Jay Hardy
Date: September 2, 1999
RE: BUDGET FY 2000
Telephone (970) 484-2020
Telefax (970) 484-2069
Attached is a copy of the 2000 Budget. As you may recall, the City asked all agencies to
submit a 2-year budget in 1998. This budget has already been voted on, and approved by
City Council. However, with the changes of staffing, etc., a revised budget was
necessary to submit to the City.
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19 OLD TOWN SQUARE, SUITE 230 Telephone (970) 484-2020
FORT COLLINS, CO 80524 Telefax (970) 484-2069
To: DDA Board of Directors
From: Jay Hardy
Date: September 2, 1999
RE: FLOODPLAIN REGULATIONS TASK FORCE
The City of Fort Collins has implemented a task force to review the current floodplain
regulations in light of the 1997 flood. Following extensive work, and over 8 months of
meetings, the enclosed matrix is the City Staffs recommendation. Additionally, a list of
the presentations, which will be made, is included in your packet.
Although this is the `recommendation' of the City staff we have the opportunity to state
our opinion on any or all of the proposed recommendations. I greatly encourage Board
discussion on this issue, as it will have a tremendous effect on the future development of
the Poudre River.
Also, this task force will be reviewing the regulations of the other flood basins in Fort
Collins following the Poudre River. The Old Town basin will be judged on the same
criteria, but possibly with many different recommendations due to the `urban' design
within this basin.
I encourage the board to take a position on the proposed recommendations. A letter
would then be submitted as part of the task force's findings to City Council. Any
positional letters must be submitted at the September 9 h meeting.
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MEMORANDUM
City of Fort Collins
DATE: August 18, 1999
TO: Floodplain Regulations Task Force
FROM: Bob Smith, Water Planning Manager
RE: Poudre River Floodplain Regulations — Staff Recommendation
Since December of last year, the Task Force and staff have been meeting and discussing the
current floodplain regulations for the Poudre River and what changes could be made to those
regulations. In preparing its recommendation, staff considered the information and ideas
generated by the Task Force and tried to balance that information with the level of risk the
community would find acceptable in regard to the health and safety of its citizens located along
the Poudre River floodpWn. In other words, define the current and future level of risk that we, as
a community, are willing to live with, recognizing that the health and safety of our citizens is an
important community value and weighing that with the rights and values of owners of property
located in the floodplain. This recommendation is being presented to share staff's position on this
issue and to provide an opportunity for focused discussions, feedback, and clarification before it is
forwarded to City Council for consideration. It is expected this recommendation by staff will not
be acceptable to everyone and there will be areas of disagreement. This is not an issue where
there is a clear right or wrong answer.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff feels we are dealing with the health and safety of people in Fort Collins and what we do with
this issue will shape the future of Fort Collins. We need to take this opportunity to make Fort
Collins a safer place. As we learned in 1997, Fort Collins in not exempt from floods. These
proposed changes to the regulations would not address a flood of magnitude we experienced in
1997, but it would address a flood in the order of magnitude of having a 1 % chance of occurring
every year or a 100-year flood. Attached you will find the Poudre River Floodplain Regulations
Matrix with those areas encompassing the staff recommendation highlighted by shading. A
summary of the recommendation is highlighted below.
Floodway Width — Floodway equal to floodplain
Under this category the floodway and the floodplain are the same width.
Floodwav Modification - Cannot alter to allow development
Alterations to the floodway can't be made to reduce its size to allow development.
Flood Protection Proiects - Allowed to protect existing structures when identified in Master
Drainage Plan.
Cost effective capital improvements can be made in the floodway or the floodplain to protect
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Redevelopment (remove and rebuild) - Not allowed in existingdeveloped eveloped areas in the flood w
or floodplain.
If an existing structure is damaged and needs to be rebuilt, it can't be replaced if it is in the
floodway or the floodplain.
Critical Facilities - Expand the definition to include day care
Expand the existing definition of critical facilities to include day care facilities.
Riparian Areas - Protect through City and US Army Corps of Engineers processes i.e. Buffer
limits. Section 404.
The purpose of these regulations is for the health and safety of the community, there are currently
regulations in place to protect riparian areas.
Dry Land Access To Floodplain Property - Rpquired (Will only be applicable to substantial
improvement remodels.)
If a structure must comply with the floodplain regulations, then access to the site must be dry
during flooding events.
Floatable Materials (Commercial) - Not allowed in the floodway or floodplain
A commercial structure that must comply with the regulations is not allowed to have materials
that, during a flood, would become dislodged and create a hazard or damage adjacent or down
stream properties.
Variances - Allowed for special circumstances
Variances would be allowed for sites that have special circumstances that need to be addressed.
Lowest Floor or Floodproofing - 24 inches above 100-year water surface elevation for
properties in the 100-year floodplain.
Those structures that must comply with the floodplain regulations must have the lowest floor or
the height of floodproofing for that structure 24 inches above the 100-year flood elevation.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.
Thank you.
Cc: John Fischbach, City Manager
Mike Smith, Fort Collins Utilities
Jim Hibbard, Fort Collins Utilities
Marsha Hilmes, Floodplain Administration
Susan Hayes, Stormwater Basin Master Planning
Suzanne Jarboe -Simpson, Fort Collins Utilities
Tom Shoemaker, Natural Resources
Ted Shepard, Current Planning
Timothy Wilder, Advanced Planning
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19 OLD TOWN SQUARE, SUITE 230 Telephone (970) 484-2020
FORT COLLINS, CO 80524 Telefax (970) 484-2069
To: DDA Board of Directors
From: Jay Hardy
Date: September 2, 1999
RE: POUDRE RIVER COMMITTEE
As we discussed during our August meeting, a committee was assembled to analyze and
recommend a position for the DDA regarding the Downtown River Corridor
Implementation Program This committee consisted of Steve Slezak, Larry Stroud,
Clayton Schwerin (Alliance Construction), Kim Jordan (New Belgium Brewing Co.),
Howard Alden (Poudre River Commission/Friends of the Poudre), and myself. Timothy
Wilder from the City's Advanced Planning office was also in attendance.
Our goal during the meeting was to attempt to prioritize the projects as presented by the
City's program, through the DDA's perspective. In analyzing each project we received
additional detail from Timothy regarding the project scope, cost, and feasibility. Open
Houses have also been held which assisted in the prioritization for the City.
After the review of 25 potential projects on 17 sites, the committee arrived at the
following conclusion:
1. The DDA should support the program as presented;
2. The DDA should work closely with the City as well as the current
property owners;
3. Priority, political and financial should be given to the following projects:
Highest Priority
a. Project 8 — Linden, Willow, and Lincoln Streetscape
Improvements
b. Project 6 — Jefferson/Riverside Streetscape Improvements
Important
a. Project 9 — Off-street parking
b. Project 2 — Environmental and Cultural Interpretive Program
C. Project 3 — Cache la Poudre River Trail Amenities
It is important to note that any project, which will be affected by the Poudre ,River
Floodplain Regulations Task Force, will not be reviewed by City Council until the final
floodplain policy is in place. This eliminated very important projects such as the River
Oxbow and Triangle These will be reviewed at a later date. -
This program is scheduled to be presented to City Council in a study session on
November 23'd, and in regular session on December 21, 1999. Additionally, there will be
a community meeting on this topic on October 6d', at City Hall.
I have included a copy of the estimated costs of the projects from the program packet you
received in July, 1999.
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19 OLD TOWN SQUARE, SUITE 230 Telephone (970) 484-2020
FORT COLLINS, CO 80524 Telefax (970) 484-2069
To: DDA Board of Directors
From: Jay Hardy
Date: September 2, 1999
RE: UPDATES
Multi -Use Community Stadium
At the DDA Board of Director's meeting in August, the Board voted to enter into
discussion with the City of Fort Collins regarding the possibility of a joint venture, to
include the Northside Aztlan Community Center and the proposed multi -use facility.
During the month of August, I had the opportunity to visit with City Council members
individually about the project. While our discussions were productive, I sensed the need
to create a `working document', which outlines all the concerns of City Council regarding
this undertaking. Additionally, I presented the project at the August 24a' City Council
meeting. During this meeting a working document was discussed, and is now a template
from which we can work.
I have included this document for your review.
Current Proiect Updates
Rand -Scot — Work completed, agreement finalized, awaiting final signatures.
Trolley Station — Construction started, agreement being drafted.
345 E. Mountain Ave. (Salvation Army) — 99% finished, agreement finalized.
Armstrong Hotel — Planning stages, agreement drafted
185 N. College Ave. — Construction started, agreement drafted
Silver Grill Cafk — Work finished, agreement finalized, issuing payment
Northern Hotel — Waiting on closing date
328 Remington (Baptist Church) — Planning phase, agreement drafted
231 S. Howes (Slezak) - Planning
Armory Building — Restaurant fell through, beginning again
City Drug — Under construction, agreement drafted
107-115 S. College Ave. — Under construction, agreement drafted
Perennial Gardener— Work almost finished, agreements finalized
251 Linden St. — Planning stage
DATE: August 23, 1999 (Revised August 26, 1999)
TO: John Fischbach, City Manager
FROM: Michael W. Powers, Director of Cultural, Library, and Recreational Services
RE: Minor League Baseball Stadium at Northside Aztlan Community Center
Jay Hardy, DDA Executive Director, has shared information with City staff concerning the
proposed development of a minor league baseball stadium for use by a minor league team and
the community. Jay has done an analysis of a variety of sites in the downtown area At this
time, they are focused on the use of the Northside Aztlan site. The feasibility of this site has not
been determined. The following are staffs reactions to the project with special emphasis on
concerns and issues that will need to be addressed should such a project become a reality at this
site.
A. Positive Impacts of the Project
A project like this in the downtown area will help revitalize this portion of the City.
It would be nice to have a pay type of stadium where semi -pro teams could play. An example
would be the Force Soccer team if this facility were built as a multipurpose complex.
The stadium complex will provide a facility for clinics for baseball, softball, soccer, concerts,
special events, etc.
Public -private partnership could be a plus in terms of shared construction costs and operation and
maintenance.
Locker rooms, weight rooms, etc. can be expanded because of the partnership providing more for
the recreation centers users.
Stadium group may help pay some of the costs for the center.
The stadium would allow Fort Collins to attract regional and statewide high school tournaments
and championships.
The City has outgrown our outdoor concert venues. Creative design in the stadium will allow for
community use beyond baseball.
B. Project Concerns
Proximity to the River: The current design shows a 300-foot buffer between the outfield and the
river.
The placing of a ballfield on the site would remove the existing irrigated turf area from its
present uses of soccer field and non -programmed space. With the limited irrigated turf in Lee
Martinez Park, the park users in this area would be under served with the removal of the soccer
field area. Also the existing playground, skate park and basketball court would need to be
relocated to another site or portion of this site.
Compensation for the lost parkland to allow the City to purchase additional parkland may not be
a good option. Purchasing additional land by itself would not provide the same recreational
opportunities as the present larger Northside site. Land adjacent to Northside is likely not for
sale and would exceed the value of the Northside land.
This area receives considerable drop -in use and provides for a variety of recreational uses. The
ballfield would preclude these uses.
The community center is located in very close proximity of the railroad lines. When the track
re -alignment was proposed a study was done on train vibrations. The present location of the
center was on the edge of vibrations that may cause some long-term structural problems. This
may result in increased structural cost for the facility and maybe decreased life of the structure.
Considerable site work would need to be done to look at pedestrian flow patterns if park items
are moved around on the site. The current layout may not be functional for accessibility access
to other park items if they are moved around on the site.
The placing of recreational items on the west side of the tracks is not acceptable due to train and
user conflicts crossing to use these facilities.
No on -going maintenance or infrastructure costs are identified in the budget in the DDA
proposal.
Will the stadium and outfield be built large enough for a multipurpose facility?
In a combination project like this, where would the private company's responsibilities stop and
the City's start, i.e. development and maintenance of parking lots, landscape areas, etc.
There are structural problems with the landfill under the park. There may also be soils issues
with the site.
Would the City or the developer be responsible for street upgrades?
If this project fails to turn a profit after two or three years, who will be responsible for the
management and operation of the facility? Where will the O&M and infrastructure funds come
from?
Most likely, the facility will be lighted. How will this affect surrounding neighborhoods,
businesses, and the river corridor?
There is not enough parking to satisfy City requirements. Requirements for the recreation center
will be about 200 spaces. People may park inappropriately and/or illegally rather than use the
parking garage and walk to the stadium
Disrupted trail access will need to accommodated.
People who are supporters of sports may have a finite amount of money to spend on their leisure
time activities. Folks in the Fort Collins area already have many sporting activities and sports
related expenditures. Obviously the Rockies, Broncos, Nuggets, Rapids, and Avalanche are
within one hour of Fort Collins, and these teams have recognizable players; whereas a low-level
Minor League baseball team would not. In addition, we have Colorado State University
Football, Basketball, and Volleyball Teams. There is a lot to do in Fort Collins, as compared to
many areas in the USA where Minor League Baseball teams are located. These programs
competing for recreation dollars may place a future burden on the City of Fort Collins if the
minor league team is not successful.
In 1997, the City of Salt Lake and their Parks and Recreation Department took over the daily
operation and maintenance costs of their stadium from the private sector. Stadium maintenance
and upkeep is expensive. There may not be enough cash flow to fully cover all the costs to keep
a stadium in top condition. That means it is potentially possible in the future that the City of Fort
Collins could be financially impacted.
Currently the budget for the new Northside Aztlan Community Center is scheduled for the
year 2004 through 2006. To build the balltield on this site, requires that the Northside
Aztlan Community Center be redeveloped at the same time. Will the City be able to
accelerate the funding for this project to accommodate the schedule for the baseball
stadium?
How will the developers of the baseball stadium financially mitigate the loss of parkland?
How can the developers of the baseball stadium guarantee immunity for the City for any
future costs of the stadium, i.e., operation and maintenance?
How will the new Northside Aztlan Community Center function when a game or other
event is going on at the stadium?
How will the current users of the Northside Aztlan Community Center be served while the
new facility is under construction?
What will be the effect on the United Way building and the day care center while
construction is taking place?
What are the zoning issues for this site with regard to these developments?
The condition of Willow Street is a problem. It needs to be realigned with a continuous
connection from College Avenue to Lincoln Avenue and it will need to be significantly
upgraded. What are the costs of these changes?
What is the potential for a shuttle service to the new parking garage on days when the
stadium will be in use?
It is important to find out what the community wants with regard to the baseball stadium
and the new Northside Aztlan Community Center. A significant public outreach and
process will need to be conducted. What is the plan for this process?
The renovation of North College Avenue is a significant issue for the City Council. Are
there opportunities for the stadium along North College outside the Downtown
Development Authority boundaries?
DATE: August 26, 1999
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Michael W. Powers, Director of Cultural, Library, and Recreational Services
THRU: John Fischbach, City Manager
RE: Issues Raised Concerning Baseball Stadium at Northside Aztlan Community Center
At the August 24 Council Work Session
For the Council Work Session on the baseball stadium, staff prepared a list of issues to be
considered on the baseball stadium project. Council reviewed that list and suggested additional
issues. These issues are added to the staff memo and highlighted in the attachment.
In addition to these comments, Council had more general comments concerning the project.
These are as follows:
The proximity of the baseball stadium to the river and the acreage of parkland lost are serious
and significant issues for the Council.
This is a constrained site and will not allow for expansion for either the new community center
or the baseball stadium in the future.
The consideration of the baseball stadium is out of sync with other plans and projects along the
river, i.e., Poudre River Corridor Land Use Plan, Downtown River Corridor Program, and issues
surrounding development in the floodplain.
The key determination for the creation of a baseball stadium in Fort Collins and most particularly
a stadium at this location is community desire. It is very important that community outreach be
conducted to assess the viability of this project.
All options of this magnitude and impact on the downtown and North College need to be given
serious consideration. While the timing, location, and other issues are never perfect,
consideration of this project should not be discarded out of hand.
The issue of set back from the river is an issue of concern not only for this project, but also for
other projects that might follow. What is an appropriate distance from the river for a project like
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this? How close is too close; how far is all right? Are buffers for the river better considered on a
site -by -site basis?
The loss of parkland in this area is significant because this area has historically been under
served in terms of acres of parkland. This is because the area was developed prior to the
implementation of the parkland fees. While the City has taken steps to improve this with the
addition of Martinez Park, Greenbriar Park, Legacy Park, and Hickory Park, the loss of parkland
should be mitigated.
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AWNTOWN •
DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY
19 OLD TOWN SQUARE, SUITE 230
FORT COLLINS, CO 80524
Telephone (970) 484-2020
Telefax (970) 484-2069
Mr. Carey Hewitt
Ms. Margaret Brown
(w)
The Cupboard
(w)
Fischer, Brown & Gunn, PC
152 South College Avenue
215 West Oak Street
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Fort Collins, CO 80521
493-8585 FAX 493-8523
407-9000 FAX 407-1055
(h)
1912 Navajo Drive 80525
(h)
3801 Stream Court 80526
484-5211 (Exp:6-30-03)
223-6887(Exp:6-3-00)
tbg@frii.com
Mr. Greg Belcher
Ms. Mary Brayton
(w)
Edwards Bed & Breakfast
(w)
Brayton Insurance
402 W. Mountain Ave
315 W Oak St, 710/POB 1488
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Fort Collins, CO 80522
493-9191 FAX 484-0706
484-1401 FAX 484-1453
(h)
401 W. Mountain, 80521
(h)
1933 Kedron Drive 80524
221-9191 (Exp:6-30-03)
498-0468 (Exp: 6-30-01)
edshouse@edwardshouse.cwm
brayton@frii.com
Mr. John Pitner
Mr. Stephen Slezak
(w)
J. Pitner Clothing Co.
(w)
Amshel Corporation
125 S. College Ave
POB 1978 - 231 S.Howes
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Fort Collins, CO 80522
221-2131 FAX 221-2145
484-5907 FAX 490-2838
(h)
2718 Beaver Court 80526
(h)
2803 Leisure Drive, #D 80525
223-3103(Exp:6-30-01)
225-6390(Exp:6-30-00)
Mr. Jason Meadors
Mr. Larry Stroud
(w)
Meadors Court Reporting, LLC
(w)
Miscio & Stroud
140 West Oak, #266
300 S. Howes Street
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Fort Collins, CO 80521
482-1506 FAX 482-1230
482-6066 FAX 498-8501
(h)
3348 Pepperwood Ln 80525
(h)
5706 N. Taft Hill Rd 80524
223-2446(Exp:6-30-01)
484-6869 (Exp: 6-30-01)
jason@reporterworks.com
larsnord@concentric.com
Mr. Chuck Wanner (Cty Council Rep)
Ms. Lucia Liley (DDA Legal Counsel)
(h)
1242 W. Mountain Ave
(w)
110 East Oak Street
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Fort Collins, CO 80524
484-0810 FAX 224-9586
482-4322 FAX 482-5719
(w)
484-0810
(h)
113 Williams 493-8317
Mr. Bill Bertschy (Cty Council Alt)
(h) 430 Peterson 484-8838
Fort Collins, CO 80524