HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES-04/16/1985-RegularIApril 16, 1985
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO
Council -Manager Form of Government
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
A regular meeting of the Council of the City of Fort Collins was held on
Tuesday, April 16, 1985, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers in the
City of Fort Collins City Hall. Roll call was answered by the following
Councilmembers: Clarke, Estrada, Horak, Knezovich, Ohlson, Rutstein, and
Stoner.
Staff Members Present: Arnold, Huisjen, Krajicek, Shannon
Agenda Review: City Manager
City Manager Arnold noted staff was recommending Item #15, Resolution
Naming Alleys in Old Town Fort Collins Historic District, be tabled inde-
finitely to allow further review.
Councilmember Estrada asked that Item #10, Hearing and First Reading of
Ordinance No. 45, 1985, Appropriating Unanticipated Revenue in the Library
Grants Fund, be removed from the Consent Agenda.
Councilmember Clarke requested Item #18, Resolution Authorizing the Mayor
to Enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with Larimer County for the
Shared Use of a Photographic Laboratory, be withdrawn from the Consent
Calendar.
Councilmember Ohlson asked that Item #9, Hearing and First Reading of
Ordinance No. 44, 1985, Appropriating Prior Year Reserves in the Transpor-
tation Services Fund, be withdrawn from the Consent Agenda.
Consent Calendar
This Calendar is intended to allow the City Council to spend its time and
energy on the important items on a lengthy agenda. Staff recommends
approval of the Consent Calendar. Anyone may request an item on this
calendar be "pulled" off the Consent Calehdar and considered separately.
Agenda items pulled from the Consent Calendar will be considered separately
under Agenda Item #26, Pulled Consent Items, except items pulled by anyone
in the audience or items that any member of the audience is present to
discuss that were pulled by staff or Council. These items will be dis-
cussed immediately following the Consent Calendar.
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4. Minutes of Regular Meeting of March 19 and Adjourned Meeting of March
21.
5. Hearing and Second Reading of Ordi
Creation and Organization of Rossb
No. 85.
No. 40. 1985. Relatinq to the
al Impr
This Ordinance was adopted unanimously on First Reading on April 2.
This is the date of the advertised public hearing on this Special
Improvement District. The purpose of this Special Improvement District
is to construct, in two phases, the concrete curbs, gutter and side-
walk; street paving, street lighting, water, sanitary sewer, and storm
drainage facilities for the interior streets for the Third Filing of
Rossborough Subdivision, the north side of Horsetooth Road and the
East side of Taft Hill Road, as dedicated in the First Filing of
Rossborough Subdivision.
6. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 41, 1985, Amending Section 7-9 of the
Code of the City of Fort Collins in so far as it Relates to Enforce-
ment of the Code of the City of Fort Collins.
This Ordinance was adopted by a unanimous vote on First Reading on
April 2. The proposed Ordinance would amend Section 7-9 of the Code of
the City of Fort Collins to include Transportation Technicians ap-
pointed as Special Officers by the Chief of Police and members of the
Poudre Fire Authority appointed as Special Officers by the Chief of
Police in the list of persons who qualify as Peace Officers.
The purpose of adding Transportation Technicians to the list of Peace
Officers is to allow the Chief of Police to appoint certain techni-
cians as Special Officers to handle traffic -related problems such as
parking enforcement and towing in connection with snow removal, street
cleaning, construction, etc.
As to members of the Poudre Fire Authority, the purpose of this
addition is to allow the Chief of Police to appoint certain members of
the Poudre Fire Authority as Special Officers so that they may enforce
provisions of the Code which relate to fire protection requirements.
7. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 42, 1985, Amending Chapter 112 of the
Code of the City of Fort Collins to Better Enable the City to Operate
and Enforce Its Pretreatment Program.
This Ordinance was unanimously adopted on First Reading at the meeting
of April 2. The EPA recently completed a review of the City's Indus-
trial Pretreatment Program. In their findings, specific changes in
the City's Wastewater Utility Ordinance were recommended that would
facilitate operation and enforcement of the industrial pretreatment
program. '
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8. Hearing and First Reading of Ordinance No. 43, 1985, Authorizing the
Appropriation of Unanticipated Revenues to the General Fund for
raining.
This Ordinance would appropriate $7770 in unanticipated revenue from
the registration fees for conference and seminar attendees. This
revenue comes from two sources. The central City training budget
subsidizes a significant portion of employee training. However, when
the cost of training sessions cannot be paid fully by this budget, the
training is complemented by minimal charges to the operating depart-
ments for their employees to attend. These funds need to be put back
into the training budget for future City use.
The second source of revenue comes from conferences put on by the
training component of the Employee Development Department to both
provide quality training at low cost to our employees and create a
revenue source for future training. This revenue is generated from
participants outside of the City government.
9. Hearing and First Reading of Ordinance No. 44, 1985, Appropriating
Prior Year Reserves in the Transportation Services Fund.
' This Ordinance appropriates $219,681 from prior year reserves in the
Transportation Services Fund as follows:
Purchase of Asphalt Machine $ 43,000
Purchase of Tandem Truck 54,000
Building 8 Renovation 73,000
Railroad Grade Crossing Protection 15,000
Snow Removal 25,000
Rental of Street Sweeper 9,681
TOTAL $219,681
10. Hearing and First Reading of Ordinance No. 45, 1985, Appropriatin
Unanticipated evenue in the Library rants Fund.
The Fort Collins Public Library has been awarded three grants to-
talling $23,380. All three are federal Library Services and Con-
struction Act funds made available by competitive process to Colorado
libraries through the Colorado State Library and the Colorado Depart-
ment of Education.
These grant awards will provide'. funding for the following activities:
o $4,700 for transcription of 150 oral history cassette tapes of
' Larimer County residents.
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o $2,275 for production of ten half-hour video tapes documenting
periods and places in Fort Collins history through the personal
reminiscences of older people who have lived most of their lives in
Fort Collins.
o $16,405 to establish an Adult Literacy Network.
11. Tabling of the Hearing and First Reading of Ordinance No. 189, 1984,
Establishing a School Site cquisition Fee.
This item was first considered at the December 4, 1984 Council meeting
and subsequently tabled to March 19th and again to April 16th. Based
on discussion at the worksession on April 9th, staff is recommending
that this item be tabled to May 21, 1985. This will be the first
Council meeting after the school bond election on May 7th.
12. Tabling of the Hearing and First Reading of Ordinance No. 12, 1985,
Adopting a Public Safety Capital Expansion Fee.
This item was initially considered at the January 15th meeting and
tabled to March 19th and again to April 16th. Based on discussion at
the April 9th worksession, and because a detailed analysis of the
City's development fee structure is in progress, staff recommends '
tabling of this item until the results of this development fee study
will be available.
13. Tabling of Items Relating to Industrial Development Revenue Bond
Issues.
A. Hearing and First Reading of Ordinance No. 38, 1985, Establishing
a Policy Supporting the Use of Industrial Development Revenue Bond
Fees to Promote Economic Development.
B. Resolution Revising Industrial Development Revenue Bond Policies
and Criteria.
This Ordinance and Resolution were both tabled at the March 19 Meeting
to this date. Staff is recommending that Ordinance No. 38, 1985 be
tabled indefinitely on First Reading and that Resolution 85-43 be
tabled indefinitely to allow for further staff work. A Council Work
Session will be scheduled in the near future to discuss IDRB policies
and criteria.
14. Hearing and First Reading of Ordinance No. 46, 1985, Vacating a
Portion of the Right -of -Way of Pine Street.
This
Ordinance
vacates a portion of the Right -of -Way
of Pine Street.
The
owners of
the properties adjacent to Pine Street
are requesting
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that the Right -of -Way be vacated adjacent to their property. The
street is to be used as a parking lot and as access to the proposed
Larimer Community Services Center. Utility and access easements are
being retained on Pine Street. Utilities have been notified and have
no problems with the request.
15. Resolution Naming Alleys in Old Town Fort Collins Historic District
A request to name the alleys within the Old Town Fort Collins Historic
District has been made by Ted and Karene Will of L & W Enterprises.
At the present time, one business, Advanced Computer Services, is
situated with its' entrance located on the alley which connects
Trimble Court and Walnut Street. As redevelopment of the Old Town
area continues, additional businesses are expected to take advantage
of the unique potential offered by the area's alleys and desire access
from the alleys. However, in order to provide addressing and mail
deliveries, the alleys must be in.
Several citizens knowledgeable in local history have provided a list
of suggested names that are in keeping with the area's historical
theme to be used in naming the area's alleys. All utility companies
have been notified and have no problems with this request. Emergency
service agencies have indicated that naming of the alleys will facil-
itate their response in emergency situations, particularly with the
use of the word "alley" in the name designation, and that the proposed
names are not duplications of other street names in use. The proposed
alley names are as follows:
Old Town Alley
Peter Anderson Alley
Seckner Alley
Old Firehouse Alley
16. Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Enter into a Pipeline Crossin
greement wit the Union Pacific Railroad Company.
Upland Industries, a land"development subsidiary of the Union Pacific
Railroad Company is proposing a development on East Prospect near
Riverside. A part of this 'development 'will require the installation
of a water pipeline crossing under the railroad tracks.
The City historically has made application for this type of utility
crossing on behalf of the developer since the City is responsible for
the line once it is installed and accepted. Further, the City has
required the developer to furnish all information required to the
' railroad and to pay the application fees ($250).
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17. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an Addendum to
the Agreement with the Associated Students of Colorado tate nlver-
sity for the Purpose of Providing TransfoFt Service.
Since 1975, the City has provided Transfort services to the State
Board of Agriculture by and through the Associated Students of Colo-
rado State University (ASCSU). The beginning rate of $1 per semester
for each full time, fee paying student was increased in 1980 to $2, in
1983 to $3, and again in 1984 to $3.30.
During the last several months, the City, ASCSU, and the Office of
International Training Programs (OITP) representatives have been
actively negotiating an addendum to the current ASCSU/Transfort
agreement. Successful negotiations of this addendum make accommoda-
tions for international students enrolled in courses of study through
the OITP to utilize the Transfort bus services by paying $3.30 per
semester per student. These fees will be collected by the Office of
International Training Programs and forwarded to Transfort through
ASCSU.
18. Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Enter into an Intergovernmental '
Agreement with Larimer County for the Shared Use of a Photographic
Laboratory.
The Police Department does extensive photography work on crime scenes,
accident scenes, photo line-up files, etc. Prior to 1985, the Depart-
ment had a small lab for processing black and white film and all color
film processing was done by private vendors.
During the planning of the present remodeling of the Old Municipal
Building, it was determined that the space used for the lab was needed
for other uses so the lab has been removed. Rather than rebuilding
the lab in another location, other alternatives were explored.
The Larimer County Sheriff's Department has a fairly complete photo
lab that has the capability for black and white and color film proces-
sing. The County is willing to enter into an agreement with the City
for the shared use of that photo lab. The agreement provides that the
Police. Department may use the lab provided that the City purchases
some equipment for this lab and allows the County to use equipment
which the City presently owns. The City will pay only for the sup-
plies that it uses and upon termination of the agreement, the City
will retain ownership of the equipment it buys.
Ordinances on Second Reading were read by title by Wanda Krajicek, City ,
Clerk.
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Item #6. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 41, 1985, Amending Section 7-9 of
t o o e o e i y o ort o ins in so ar as it Relates to
Enforcement of the Code of the City of Fort Collins.
Item #7. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 42, 1985, Amending Chapter 112 of
the Code of the City of Fort Collins to Better Enable the City to
Operate and Enforce Its Pretreatment Proqram.
Ordinances on First Reading were read by title by Wanda Krajicek, City
Clerk.
Item #5. Hearing and Second Reading
the Creation and Organiza
District No. 85.
of Ordinance No. 40, 1985, Relating t
ion of Rossborouqh Special Improvemen
Item #8.
Hearing and First
Reading of Ordinance No. 43, 1985, Authorizing
the Appropriation
of Unanticipated Revenues to the General Fund
for Training.
Item #9.
Hearing and First
Reading of Ordinance No. 44, 1985, Appropri-
Item #10.
ating Prior ear
Hearing and First
eserves in t e ransportation Services und.
Reading of Ordinance No. 45, 1985, A ropri-
ating Unanticipate
Revenue in t e i rary Grants Fund.
Item #11.
Tabling of the Hearing
and First Reading of Ordinance No. 189,
1984, Establishing
a School Site Acquisition ee.
Item #12.
Tabling of the Hearing
and First Reading of Ordinance No. 12,
1985. Adoptinq a Public Safety Capital Expansion Fee.
Item #13. A. Hearing and First Reading of Ordinance No. 38, 1985, Estab-
lishing a Policy Supporting the Use of Industrial Development
Revenue Bond Fees to Promote Economic Development.
Item #14. Hearing and First Reading of Ordinance No. 46, 1985, Vacating a
Pnrtinn of tho Pinht-of-WAv of Dino Ctroot
Councilmember Knezovich made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Estrada,
to adopt and approve all items not removed from the Consent Calendar.
Yeas: Councilmembers Clarke, Estrada, Horak, Knezovich, Ohlson, Rutstein,
and Stoner. Nays: None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
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Resolution Setting Forth the Intention
of the City of Fort Collins to Issue
Industrial Development Revenue
Bonds For the Engineering Professionals,
Inc. Building Project in the Amount
of $460,000, Adopted
Following is the staff's memorandum on this item:
"Pursuant to State of Colorado Executive Order No. D006284, the City of
Fort Collins received an initial allocation authority of $5,263,875, which
funds may be used for the inducement of Industrial Development Revenue
Bonds by the City by May 15, 1985. Thus far in 1985, no IDRB's have been
issued by the City. Staff does not anticipate any more applications for
IDRB's prior to the May 15 deadline.
The City will be eligible for a second allocation of up to $10,000,000
between the dates of January 1, 1985 and June 1, 1985. Between the dates
of June 1, 1985 and September 1, 1985, the City may induce an additional
$5,000,000 in Industrial Development Revenue Bonds for local projects.
Depending on the amount of funds available at the State level, local
issuers such as Fort Collins may apply for unlimited allocations beginning
September 1, 1985 for the remainder of the available during this period.
Attached for your review is a copy of the application for the inducement of
City of Fort Collins Colorado Industrial Development Revenue Bonds (Series
1985) for John P. Cavano, Jr., in the amount of $460,000. The project
consists of the development of land and the construction and equipping of
an office building which will he used by Engineering Professionals, Inc.
The project is located within a P.U.D. which has received final approval
from the Planning and Zoning Board. This is an expansion of an existing
business currently located within the City.
Staff has reviewed the application using criteria established by Resolution
84-92, adopting Industrial Development Revenue Bond Policies and Criteria.
In order to highlight critical information, a summary sheet has been
attached, as well as the IDRB Criteria Evaluation sheet."
Councilmember Stoner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Clarke, to
adopt Resolution 85-67.
Finance Director Jim Harmon pointed out the City would be issuing bonds on
behalf of John P. Cavano, Jr., who was the father-in-law of one of the
principles of Engineering Professionals, Inc. He noted financial state-
ments for Mr. Cavano had not been provided but were on file at the bank.
He stated he had reviewed the financial statements of Engineering Profes-
sionals and that in the past the City had looked to the bank for the
primary evaluation on individuals' financial statements.
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Mayor Rutstein asked how much office space was currently available in the
City.
Councilmember Stoner replied there was an approximate 25% vacancy rate or
about 200,000 square feet of office space.
Mayor Rutstein asked if the firm had any special needs in building of
office space.
Lucia Liley, attorney representing the applicant, noted Mr. Cavano had been
concerned that his financial information be made a part of the public
record. She added the information was available to any City Councilmember
or official.
Mike Schmidt, EPI partner, spoke about the expansion plans of the firm
noting their desire for day -lighting and solar features. He spoke of the
special needs of their survey teams and stressed the firm's commitment to
Fort Collins and intent to expand their work force locally.
Bill McAffrey, EPI, spoke of the energy savings expected from the building
and noted the existing buildings in Fort Collins that have day -lighting
and solar features desired, are full.
' Bruce Lockhart, 2500 East Harmony Road, questioned the economic benefit of
building more office space in Fort Collins.
Councilmember Ohlson noted he would support this project since he believed
in the encouragement of the expansion of local business.
Mayor Rutstein noted that although she supported this firm and their
expansion,, she felt their needs for space were not unique and could be
accommodated in some of the existing vacant space in Fort Collins.
The vote on Councilmember Stoner's motion to adopt Resolution 85-67 was as
follows: Yeas: Councilmembers Clarke, Estrada, Horak, Knezovich, Ohlson,
and Stoner. Nays: Mayor Rutstein.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Resolution Making an Appointment to
the Landmark Preservation Commission
and the Water Board, Adopted
Following is the staff's memorandum on this item:
"A vacancy currently exists on the Landmark Preservation Commission due to
the replacement of alternate member Richard Hurt. The board liaison has
' conducted interviews for the vacancy.
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A vacancy also exists on the Water Board due to the resignation of Ray
Glabach. The board liaison has reviewed the applications which were
submitted.
The recommendations for these two vacancies will be forwarded under sepa-
rate cover."
Councilmember Clarke made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Ohlson, to
nominate Sally Johnson Ketcham to the Landmark Preservation Commission.
Councilmember Horak made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Stoner, to
nominate Bill Elliott to the Water Board.
Councilmember Clarke made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Ohlson, to
adopt Resolution 85-68 inserting the names of Sally Johnson Ketcham and
Bill Elliott. Yeas: Councilmembers Clarke, Estrada, Horak, Knezovich,
Ohlson, Rutstein, and Stoner. Nays: None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance Appropriating Prior Year ,
Reserves in the Transportation Services
Fund, Adopted on First Reading
Following is the staff's memorandum on this item:
"In 1983, Transportation Services was taken out of the General Fund and
placed into a special revenue fund category. This special fund was to allow
the City to better direct auto -related revenue to direct expenditures in
the Street and Traffic activities. This new category of special revenue
funds was also set up to be consistent with enterprise fund policies. The
revenue sources for the Transportation Services Fund are the City's share
of specific auto ownership and user tax administered by both the State and
County.
In 1984, the Department' of Transportation, operating as an enterprise fund,
followed the budgetary guidelines and"regulations governing such funds and
set aside revenue reserves, capital reserves and undesignated reserves.
The definition and use of these reserves are as follows.
Revenue Reserve. Revenue reserve is established to cover unfore-
seen revenue losses. If something happens to the economy, there
is flexibility in meeting current expenditures with the revenue
reserve. Revenue reserve is calculated to be equal to 2% of the
projected annual operating revenue of the fund. This revenue is
not appropriated. I
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Capital Reserve. This is a reserve that is carried from year to
year specifically intended for replacement of the existing
capital plant and additional capital improvements to be financed
on a pay-as-you-go basis.
Undesignated Reserve. The undesignated reserve is basically
established to cover emergencies that occur during the year.
All of the above reserves must be appropriated by Council before they can
be expended in the budgeted fiscal year. At the end of the year, these
reserve funds plus any unspent appropriations from the 1984 budget are
carried forward to the 1985 Transportation budget.
In 1984, the Streets and Traffic Divisions had a higher than projected
reserves for a combination of reasons. In 1985, the State borrowed $85,000
from revenue that would have come to the City from automobile tax, and we
reduced our operating expense during the year accordingly. At the end of
1984, the State paid the City back the $85,000 that was borrowed. The other
money is accounted for through savings in operational expense by both the
Street and Traffic Divisions. In addition to this savings, $25,000 was set
aside by the City Manager for snow removal to be used for contractual labor
' in the downtown area during the 1984-85 winter.
The Streets and Traffic Division of the Transportation Fund has $292,801 in
Capital and Snow Reserves being carried forward from 1984, and requests
that these funds be appropriated for the following purposes in 1985.
Street Pothole Patching Equipment
Purchase a self-contained asphalt machine for
winter pothole patching $43,000
Tandem truck $54,000
The City Council proposed the Pothole Patrol concept in 1984 to emphasize
citizen participation in identifying street repair and to show the com-
munity the level of response being provided by the City.
The AMZ machine provides an asphalt patching method during the winter
months which incorporates the principal components of the street repair
process into a single trailer unit that.will pneumatically clean, seal,
fill, and compact the patch, using one nozzle operated by a single crew
person. The process reduces material cost by 23% and increases produc-
tivity by 30%.
The new equipment will enhance the pothole patching program, as well as
' provide considerable assistance in the day-to-day maintenance program.
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Building B
Transportation Services Office and shop area $73,000
Replace building heating/ventilation system, remove asbestos, and modify
office space. The total project cost is $216,500, to be funded as follows:
- 1984 General City Capital Appropriation $80,000
- Current Appropriation Request 73,000
- To be Requested from General
City Capital 63,500
Railroad Grade Crossing Protection
The Railroad and the Public Utilities Commission
staff have agreed to place new and upgraded safety
protection on Mason Street at Maple Street, LaPorte
Avenue, Mountain Avenue, Olive Street, and Mulberry
Street for $150,000. The City's respective share
of the cost is $15,000; the PUC $105,000; and
BNRR is $30,000.
$15,000
Snow Emergency Fund
,
The City Manager allocated $25,000 from his
1984 contingency for contractual work/chemical
and sand supplies/overtime when the Street
Division's regular snow budget has been depleted.
The funds need to be appropriated in the Trans-
portation Services Fund, and will be dedicated to
that purpose.
$25,000
Transfer to 1985 Capital Equipment
This funding will be used to rent a street
sweeper for approximately 6 months in 1985.
$ 9,681
The attached Ordinance appropriates $219,681 from
prior year reserves in
the'Transportation Services Fund for the purpose detailed."
Councilmember Stoner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Clarke, to
adopt Ordinance No. 44, 1985 on First Reading.
Councilmember Ohlson asked how the Building B renovation fit into the
City's overall building improvements and space needs.
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City Manager Arnold replied staff would be coming back with a total package
for Wood Street in June or July. He stated the improvements to Building B
were more in the health and safety category relating to asbestos removal
and HVAC improvements.
Councilmember Ohlson suggested more emphasis be given to integrated plan-
ning and how piecemeal expenditures fit in with the overall direction of
the City Council.
The vote on Councilmember Stoner's motion to adopt Ordinance No. 44, 1985
on First Reading was as follows: Yeas: Councilmembers Clarke, Estrada,
Horak, Knezovich, Ohlson, Rutstein, and Stoner. Nays: None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance Appropriating Unanticipated
Revenue in the Library Grants Fund,
Adopted on First Reading
Following is the staff's memorandum on this item:
"The Fort Collins Public Library has been awarded three grants totalling
$23,380. All three are federal Library Services and Construction Act
funds made available by competitive process to Colorado libraries through
the Colorado State Library and the Colorado Department of Education.
These grant awards will provide funding for the following activities:
o $4,700 'for transcription of 150 oral history cassette tapes of
Larimer County residents. This also covers the indexing, copying
and binding of the transcriptions for check out.
o $2,275 for production of ten half-hour video tapes documenting
periods and places in Fort Collins history through the personal
reminiscences of older people who have lived most of their lives in
Fort Collins.
o $16,405 to establish an Adult Literacy Network. The Fort Collins
Public Library will work cooperatively with the Volunteers Clearing
House and Adult Basic Education staff to obtain or create and
provide print and ndn-print materials to undereducated adults
through a literacy program using both tutors and Adult Basic Edu-
cation professionals'to provide individualized instruction to
undereducated adults.
' This ordinance appropriates these funds for these activities."
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Councilmember Stoner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Ohlson, to
adopt Ordinance No. 46, 1985 on First Reading.
Councilmember Estrada expressed concern that the Ordinance did not spell
out mechanisms as to how the Hispanic community would be incorporated into
these activities.
Councilmember Estrada made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Ohlson, to
add a 4th WHEREAS to the Ordinance as follows:
"WHEREAS, special consideration for the selection of materials
and their subsequent dissemination, will be given to monolingual
Spanish and bilingual residents of the City of Fort Collins."
Yeas: Councilmembers Clarke, Estrada, Horak, Knezovich, Ohlson, Rutstein,
and Stoner. Nays: None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
The vote on .Councilmember Stoner's motion to adopt Ordinance No. 45, 1985
as amended on First Reading was as follows: Yeas: Councilmembers Clarke., '
Estrada, Horak, Knezovich, Ohlson, Rutstein, and Stoner. Nays: None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Citizen Participation
a. Proclamation Naming April 14-20 as Library Week was accepted by Lloyd
Spawn of the Fort Collins Library Board.
b. Proclamation Naming April 14-20 as National Medical Laboratory Week was
accepted by a member of the laboratory staff of Poudre Valley Hospital.
c. Proclamation Naming April 16 through June as Fort Collins For Africa
Days was accepted by Councilmember Stoner on behalf of Dennis Griffith.
d. Proclamation Naming April 19 as Arbor Day was accepted by Robert Maxey,
President of the Men s Garden Club of Fort Collins.
e. Presentation of Tree City U.S.A. Award and plaque to the City was made
by Jim Hubbard, State Forester.
f. Proclamation Naming April 22-28 as Volunteer Recognition Week was
accepted by Pepper Saunders, D VIA representative.
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g. Proclamation Naming April 26 as Audubon Day was accepted by Tom Schu-
ma er, Vice -President of the Fort o ins Audubon Society.
h. Proclamation Naming April 26 as Nursing Home Resident's Day was ac-
cepted by Don Haldeman and Helen Heard, local nursing home residents,
and by Pete McWilliams, President of the Concerned Relatives and
Friends of Nursing Home Residents.
Proclamation Naming April 28-May 4 as National Dance Week was forwarded
to the appropriate persons.
j. Proclamation Naming May 1-6 as Shatter Silence Week was accepted by
Betty Ann Martell, President of the Fort Collins QUOTA Club Interna-
tional.
k. Proclamation Naming May 2 as National Day of Prayer was forwarded to
the appropriate persons.
1. Proclamation
Naming May 5-11 as Small Business Week was
accepted by
Terry Foppe,
622 Whedbee.
m. Proclamation
Naming May 10 as National Nurses' Day was
accepted by
'
Sharon Salman, Assistant Administrator and Director
of Nursing at
Poudre Valley
Hospital.
Barbara Allison,
1212 Lynnwood Drive, questioned the purpose
of the City's
Charter.
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City Attorney Huisjen replied that the Charter was the constitution of the
City of Fort Collins and it describes the powers of the City.
Mrs. Allison stated she felt the City's Charter was unconstitutional with
its residency requirements and in other areas.
Resolution Authorizing the City Manager
to Enter into an Agreement to Purchase
Property in the Greenbriar Subdivision
for Use as a Neighborhood Park, Adopted
Following is the staff's memorandum on this item:
"The Parks and Recreation Department has pursued the purchase of a neigh-
borhood park site in the area of northeast' Fort Collins for many years.
The attached map identifies the location of both the proposed 21-acre site
' in the Greenbriar Subdivision near the intersection of North Lemay and the
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extension of Willox Lane, and a 20-acre site in the Evergreen Subdivision,
near Redwood and Conifer. This area is developing with multi -family and
single-family homes. Many of the 900 platted units have already been
built. This general location was identified in the 1974 Open Space Plan as
an area for a future neighborhood park. Attached are copies of the maps
showing park location proposals.
There are two subdivisions located in this vicinity. They are Evergreen
and Greenbriar. Initially, we were approached by the people from Evergreen
in August 1984, who offered us a 10.3 acre site for $215,000, which aver-
aged $20,873 per acre. Although this seemed to be a high price, it was
confirmed by a letter of opinion from a qualified appraiser. In December
19, the representatives from Greenbriar Subdivision approached us with
another park site offer. They had approximately 76 acres available and
would consider a negotiable size for a park at $13,500 per acre.
We have inspected both sites several times and found them to be comparable
in several ways. The terrain is level; both have frontage on local streets
with good access for bikes and pedestrians; and utilities have been ex-
tended to both areas.
The Parks and Recreation Board has been involved in this selection process '
since October 1984, and agree that a 20+ acre neighborhood park should be
purchased for this area. The Greenbriar representatives replatted their
subdivision to show a 21-acre park with 95 residential lots around it.
At their meeting of February 26, 1985, the Board reviewed this layout
and unanimously approved the acquisition of the 21-acre Greenbriar site.
The sellers then prepared contracts for the sale of this site at $13,500
per acre or $283,500. The City Right -of -Way Agent has evaluated the
appraisal for the Greenbriar land, and has reaffirmed that a price of up to
$14,000 per acre based upon the number of units per acre within the
Greenbriar development is a fair and equitable price.
On March 19, the representatives from Evergreen sent us a letter and asked
for further clarification as to why their site was not selected. They
asked to be put on the Parks and Recreation Board agenda for March 26,
requesting that' the Board reconsider their February 26 ,recommendation.
At the March 26 meeting, representatives from both subdivisions attended.
The board heard comments from both parties. The Evergreen representatives
contended that they could provide more acreage at a comparable price,
however they needed more time since they didn't actually control the
additional land. Further discussion evolved around the somewhat pie shaped
Evergreen site and the power line easement across the southern edge of
their proposed park. '
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The eastern limit of the Evergreen parcel ends in a narrowing arm that
would be difficult to make use of. The United States Bureau of Reclamation
power easement runs along the entire southern boundary of this parcel.
Restrictions within the easement include that no structures can be built
under it and no trees can be planted on it. This effectively reduced the
site by two and one-half acres since the easement is 75 ft. wide and 1,500
ft. long. There also is a potential liability in having a recreation area
under power lines.
Cost Comparisons for the two sites are as follows:
Site "A" - Greenbriar is 21 acres at a land cost of $283,500 or $13,500
per acre, plus $152,350 estimated road improvement costs, for a total
of $435,850.
Site "B" - Evergreen is 20 acres at a land cost of $450,000 or $22,000
per acre, plus $85,000 estimated road improvement costs, for a total of
$535,000.
Parks and Recreation Board Recommendation
The Parks and Recreation Board unanimously reapproved the purchase of
the 21-acre Greenbriar site for the following reasons:
' 1. Greenbriar has made a firm offer, whereas Evergreen has an uncertain
proposal.
2. Further delays would create unnecessary expenses for both parties.
3. The potential price difference is not sufficient to warrant further
delay. Greenbriar will still cost $100,000 less than Evergreen
after street reimbursement costs are paid.
4. The shape of the Evergreen land, is not as desirable as Greenbriar.
A. The design, development and maintenance of Evergreen probably
would cost more.
B. The construction of the Evergreen site would not yield a full
20 acres.
C. The street proximities of Evergreen are not as`desirable.
5. The proximity of the proposed Fort Collins By-pass highway to Evergreen
is not as desirable.
6. The proximity of Evergreen to the powerlines and substation is not as
' aesthetically pleasing and also presents potential liability hazards.
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Park Acquisition Data
The Greenbriar contract previously prepared outlined a 60-day time limit,
from February 21 to April 21, 1985, as a period of irrevocable offer with
$10 (ten dollars) as earnest money being paid to the seller. Money is
available and budgeted in the Parkland Fund for acquisition ($300,000).
The construction timetable has not been worked out yet, but we estimate
that within three to five years we would develop this site. As residential
construction proceeds in this area, we can expect to pay reimbursement
costs for street improvements that are adjacent to the park.
As a point of information, the City will contract to purchase the property
for a park site upon the condition that notice is recorded advising adjoin-
ing property owners that the City reserves the right to develop the park at
a later date as a full service park, which may include tennis courts,
ballfields, or all other uses which may have traffic noise, or lighting
impacts on the neighborhood. Since this is a larger neighborhood site
(similar to the scope of Warren Park), home buyers need to know the options
in advance so we are protected from any future complaints or lawsuits from
the homeowners if we elect to light some of the area, or build some special
recreation facilities. ,
SUMMARY:
The acquisition of a neighborhood park in this area is consistent with
the 1974 Open Space Plan and meets the Park standards criteria of providing
a neighborhood park in each square mile, as well as to supply recreation
space and facilities to those residents that are paying or will pay park-
land fees. The purchase of this site would provide a neighborhood park
strategically located in this square mile. There is level terrain, fron-
tage on a local street so foot and bicycle access will be much safer and
more convenient, and the utilities nearby this site lend themselves well to
our park system. We believe this is a good park site in a future growth
area and that the cost for acquisition is equitable. We recommend approval
of the acquisition of the Greenbriar site."
Councilmember Ohlson made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Stoner, to
adopt Resolution 85-69.
Superintendent of Planning & Open Space Randy Balok described the property
and the negotiations leading up to the Parks & Recreation Board recommen-
dations to purchase this neighborhood park site.
Councilmember Stoner felt the $13,500 was a realistic, sensible price to
pay for the property and that the City was in a sense land banking the open
space for a park when the area develops. I
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Councilmember Knezovich felt the City was premature in this purchase and
urged defeat of the proposal.
Councilmember Estrada agreed with Councilmember Knezovich since the type of
development was still unsure.
Councilmember Clarke felt the purchase would encourage growth to the north.
The vote on Councilmember Ohlson's motion to adopt Resolution 85-69 was as
follows: Yeas: Councilmembers Clarke, Horak, Rutstein, and Stoner. Nays:
Councilmembers Estrada, Knezovich, and Ohlson.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to
Enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement
with Larimer County for the Shared Use
of a Photographic Laboratory, Adopted
Following is the staff's memorandum on this item:
"The Police Department does extensive photography work on crime scenes,
accident scenes, photo line-up files, etc. Prior to 1985, the Department
had a small lab for processing black and white film and all color film
processing was done by private vendors.
During the planning of the present remodeling of the Old Municipal Build-
ing, it was determined that the space used for the lab was needed for other
uses so the lab has been removed. Rather than rebuilding the lab in
another location, other alternatives were explored.
The Larimer County Sheriff's Department has a fairly complete photo lab
that has the capability for black and white and color film processing. The
County is willing to enter into an agreement with the City for the shared
use of that photo lab. The agreement provides that the Police Department
may use the lab and allows the County to use equipment which the City
presently owns. The City will pay only for the supplies that it uses and
upon termination of the agreement, the City will retain ownership of the
equipment it buys.
Over the long term, this shared use agreement should save the•City money in
two ways. First, the color film processing costs;(1984 - $1,332) should be
drastically reduced. Second, even if space had,been available in the Old
Municipal Building to use for a photo lab, the costs for building and
equipping a photo lab comparable to the County's would have been close
' to $20,000.
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The agreement runs for an indefinite term and can be terminated by either
party upon 30 days written notice."
Councilmember Clarke noted his concerns had been addressed and there was no
need to discuss this Resolution.
Councilmember Clarke made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Stoner, to
adopt Resolution 85-66. Yeas: Councilmembers Clarke, Estrada, Horak,
Knezovich, Ohlson, Rutstein, and Stoner. Nays: None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
City Manager's Report
City Manager Arnold reported on the improvements to South Lemay Avenue now
under construction. He noted Councilmember Knezovich would be appearing on
Channel 14's "On The Line" program to discuss relationships between the
City and Columbine CableVision on Wednesday, April 17th.
City Attorney's Report
City Attorney Huisjen reported on the request to amend the smoking ordi-
nance with regard to bowling alleys. He noted any amendment would need
to be referred to the voters and suggested that since no election was
scheduled, an opportunity existed to work with the owners of bowling alleys
to see if those interests can be accommodated before referring the matter
to the voters.
Councilmembers' Reports
Councilmember Estrada reported on the success of the neighborhood meeting
held at the Northside Aztlan Center.
Councilmember Horak reported on the air quality forum held at CSU by CoPIRG
and suggested the City hold',a similar forum to receive ideas from the
community.
Other Business
Councilmember Ohlson asked staff, in view of the recent local cases of
domestic violence involving handguns, to investigate a handgun buy-back
program. The investigation should include the legal, financial, and
logistical problems whereby the City provides funds to purchase handguns
from persons who no longer want them and then disposes of the guns. '
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Councilmember Clarke expressed opposition to the proposal and to any type
of gun control. He did not feel it was a proper use of City funds.
Councilmember Knezovich felt Councilmember Ohlson's proposal did not go far
enough. He suggested investigating a variety of methods for stronger
control such as a "cooling off or waiting period". He also suggested a
mandatory education program be established. He asked that staff investi-
gate his two suggestions.
Councilmember Stoner felt such programs needed state-wide cooperation to be
effective.
Councilmember Estrada suggested staff look into handgun restrictions in
general in other jurisdictions.
Councilmember Ohlson noted there were other options than the use of City
funds for a handgun buy-back program. He noted he would prefer another
option, if possible.
' Adjournment
Councilmember Stoner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Ohlson,
to adjourn the meeting to 7:00 p.m. on April 30. Yeas: Councilmembers
Clarke, Estrada, Horak, Knezovich, Ohlson, Rutstein, and Stoner. Nays:
None.
The meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.
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