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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES-10/02/1969-Regular-515 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE 03JNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS Held Thursday, October 2, 1969, at 1:30 o'clock P.M. Present: Councilmen Carson, Troxell, Lopez Kissock and Kruchten. City Manager Coffey, City Attorney March and City Engineer Roy Bingman acting as Director of Public Works. Motion was made by Councilman Kissock, seconded by Councilman Troxell, that the reading of the minutes of the last regular meeting held September 25, 1969, be dispensed with. Roll was called resulting as follows: Ayes: Coun- cilmen Carson, Troxell, Lopez, Kissock and Kruchten. Nayes: None. The Mayor declared the motion adopted. The following ordinance was presented on second reading: �ryC ORDINANCE NO. 62, 1969 BEING AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $55,093 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1969 FOR ADDITIONAL SALARIES FOR CITY EMPLOYEES NECESSITATED BY COST -OF -LIVING INCREASE Motion was made by Councilman Kissock, seconded by Councilman Troxell, that Ordinance No. 62, 1969, be adopted. Roll was called resulting as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Carson, Troxell, Lopez, Kissock and Kruchten- Nayes: None. The Mayor declared the motion adopted. The following ordinance was presented and read at length on first reading: yJf ORDINANCE NO. 63, 1969 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 19 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO, 1958, AS AMENDED, COMMONLY KNOWN ASTHE ZONINGORDINANCE AND CLASSIFYING FOR ZONING PURPOSES THE PROPERTY INCLUDED IN THE SEVENTEENTH SOUTH SHIELDS STREET ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS. COLORADO Motion was made by Councilman Troxell, seconded by Councilman Kruchten, that Ordinance No. 63, be considered favorably on first reading, and ordered published this 2nd day of October, A. D. 1969, and to be presented for final passage on the 23rd dday of October, A. D. 1969. Roll was called resulting as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Carson, Troxell, Lopez, Kissock and Kruchten. Nayes: None. The Mayor declared the motion adopted. The following ordinance was presented on first .reading and read at length 1f3 ORDINANCE�NO. 64, 1969 BEING AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $16,771.99 OUT OF SURPLUS IN THE GENERA] FUND TO BE EXPENDED IN THE FISCAL YEAR 1969. Motion was made by Councilman Troxell, seconded by Councilman Lopez, that Ordinance No. 64, 1969, be considered favorably on first reading and ordered published this 2nd day of October, 1969, and to be presented for final reading on the 23rd day of October, 1969. Roll was called resulting as follows: Ayes: i 516 Councilmen Carson, Troxell, Lopez, Kissock.and.,Kruchten.' Nayes: None. The Mayor declared the motion adopted. The following memorandum was presented and read at length: September 2.6, 1969 TO: Honorable Mayor and Councilmen THROUGH: Mr. Tom Coffey, City Manager FROM Mr..E..M. Kuppinger, Purchasing Agent SUBJECT: Transformer bids Bids have been received and.evaluated covering consideration for purchase of six (6) 100 KVA, pole -type transformers. Solicitations were made to four major companies and through the legal notice of the newspaper; however, only one bid was received, which was from RTE corporation. They submitted a bid of $698.00 per transformer which met all specifications. This made a total bid of $4,188:00. We therefore recommend that RTE Corporation be awarded the contract. Respectfully submitted, /a/ E. M. Kuppinger Purchasing Agent Motion was made by Councilmen Kruchten, seconded by Councilman Lopez, that the recommendation of the Purchasing Agent be approved and the low bid be awarded to RTE Corporation. Roll was called resulting as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Carson, Troxell, Lopez, Kissock and Kruchten- Nayes: None The Mayor declared the motion adopted.• The 'matter of the request for a gasoline service station by Gulf Ail Co.', at 1120 South College Avenue, which was tabled September 18, 1969, was again placed on the table. Motion was made by Councilman Kissock, seconded by Councilman Kruchten, that this matter be removed from the table. Roll was called resulting as follows: Ayes:Councilmen Carson, Troxell,, Lopez, Kissock and Kruchten. Nayes: None. The Mayor deolared.the motion adopted. The following commitiaication was presented and read' at, lengthy T0: City Manager, Tom Coffey FROM: Chief Building Inspector, Gordon F. Clyde SUBJECT: Approval of Location for a Gasoline Dispensing Service Station DATE: September 30, 1969 _. 1. References are: a. My memo dated September 15, 1969, Subject as .above. b. .Minutes of the City Council. Meeting of September 18, 1969• 2. Submitted herewith are three copies of revised drawings of.the• Gasoline Dispensing Service proposed by the Gulf Oil 'Company at 1120 South College Avenue in accordance with the requirements of. reference lb above. It is requested that approval of the proposed location be obtained as required by Section 19-21, Code of Ordinances City of Fort Collins, 1958 as amended /s/ Gordon F. Clyde _ Chief Building Inspector. These revised plans were reviewed by the Council and questioned a drainage back of the alley. Roy Bingman, City Engineer, explained that the - that thenorth elevation wss:high enough that it would drain into the street, 517 1 side of the proposed station has a high point and a 6 inch curb along that side,`; i forcing the water to drain properly. Mr. Charles Redkey was present and stated that it will have a 70/100th slope which will force the water into the street. He explained that the build- ing will be 15 or 16 feet high, will have shrubs, stating that it will be built according to specifications and that he would like to get the approval of the Council so he could go ahead with the erection of the station before the weather gets too bad. Mr. David T. McGill was present protesting the erection of this filling station and presented a petition with 32 signatures of residents living in that area. He stated that the residents living in the vicinity of the Texaco station across the street from the proposed filling station, have a problem of getting the water to drain out of the alley, but the main point and the con- sensus of opinion of the residents who signed the petition, was that there were too many stations on South College Avenue, and protested the construction of this station. The City Manager recommended that the area back of the filling station, in the alley, be paved. After considerable discussion, motion was made by Councilman Kissock, seconded by Councilman Kruchten, that this matter be referred to the City Engineer to see that the drainage problem is taken care of and that'. Gulf Oil Co. be responsible for correcting plans for proper drainage and any discrepencies that may occur. Roll was called resulting as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Troxell, Lopez, Kissock and Kruchten. Nayes: Councilman Carson,, The Mayor declared the motion adopted. Mayor Carson advised Mr. Redkey that this matter would be on the agenda next week, October 9, 1969. The following application for vacation was presented and read at length: STATE OF COLORADO) ss. COUNTY OF LARIMER) IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF) THE STATE BOARD OF AGRICULTURE ) TO VACATE VIRGINIA STREET ) PETITION TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS COMES NOW The State Board of Agriculture and respectfully states to the City Council of the City of Fort Collins: That it is the owner of all the property located in Blocks 1 and 2, Steele's Subdivision of Tract 5 of Emigh's Subdivision of the Sig of SE4 of Rection 14, Township 7 N., Range 69 W. of the 6th P.M., now in th:City of Fort Collins, facing on Virginia Street; That Virginia Street does not extend through as a'through Street as there is a canal along the north end of Virginia Street; That The State Board of Agriculture is ready to commence construction, of a new facility on the University Campus which will be a Chemistry Building, which will be located on Lots 5 to 14, inclusive, of Blocks 1 and 2 of said Steele's Subdivision, and it is contemplated that said building will occupy the Virginia Street area; that all utilities will,.be moved aid relocated. 518 October 2, 1 0 10�( It is respectfully requested that Virginia Street described as follows be vacated by Ordinance of the City,Council of the City of Fort Collins. Said Street is described as follows: Commencing at the SW corner of Lot 1, Block 2, Steele's Subdivision of Tract 5 of Emigh's Subdivision in the City of Fort Collins, Colorado;' thence North along the East line of said Block 2 to the NE corner f Lot 14 of said Block 2; thence East to the NW corner of Lot 14, Block 1, of said Steele's Subdivision of Tract 5 of Emigh's Subdivision in the City of Fort Collins, Colorado; thence South along the West line of said Block l to the SW corner of Lot 3 of said Block 1; thence West to the point.of beginning. WHEREFORE,it is respectfully requested that said street be vacated. THE STATE BOARD OF AGRICULTURE /s/ By Arthur C. Sheely President ATTEST: /s/ C. R. Terrell Secretary STATE OF COLORADO) as. COUNTY OF LARIMER) The above and foregoing Petition to Vacate Virginia Street was acknowledged before me this 28th day of October, 1968, by Arthur C. Sheely, as President, and Charles L. Terrell, as Secretary of THE STATE BOARD OF AGRICULTURE. WITNESS my hand and official seal. My commission expires June 27, 1972• /s/ Bernadine R. Simon Notary Public After discussion, motion was made by.Councilman Kissock, seconded by Councilman Kruchten, that this matter be referred to the City Attorney to prepare the necessary ordinance of vacation. Roll was called resulting as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Carson, Troxell, Lopez, Kissock and Kruchten. Nayes: None. The Mayor declared the motion adopted. �` The City Manager presented a letter from Mr. R. J. Pettingell offering, M the City an old time school bus valued at $6,000.00 from Ellensville, N. Y., but since the City has no place to house and display the antique vehicle, it was suggested that the City loan it to Forney Industries to keep and maintain -it. 10� The City Manager presented a petition for #per involuntary annexation of property in the Sheely Addition. After discussion, motion was made by Council- man Kissock,_ seconded by Councilman Troxell, that this matter be referred to the Planning and Zoning Board for their recommendation. Roll wfa-'s called resulting as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Carson, Troxell, Lopez; Kissock and Kruchten. Nayes. None. The Mayor declared the motion adopted The City Manager presented bids on general stocking of office supplies at the Service Center. Bids were as follows: It is respectfully requested that Virginia Street described as follows be vacated by Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Fort Collins. Said Street is described as follows: Commencing at the SW corner of Lot 1, Block 2, Steele's Subdivision of Tract 5 of ESnigh's Subdivision in the City of Fort Collins, Colorado; thence North along the East line of said Block 2 to the NE corner of Lot 14 of said Block 2; thence East to the NW corner of Lot 14, Block 1, of said Steele's Subdivision of Tract 5 of Emigh's Subdivision in the City of Fort Collins, Colorado; thence South along the West line of said Block 1 to the SW corner of Lot 3 of said Block 1; thence West to the point of beginning. WHEREFORE,it is respectfully requested that said street be vacated. THE STATE BOARD OF AGRICULTURE /s/ By Arthur C. Sheely President ATTEST: /a/ C. R. Terrell Secretary STATE OF COLORADO) ) ss. COUNTY OF LARIMER) The above and foregoing Petition to Vacate Virginia Street was acknowledged before me this 28th day of October, 1968, by Arthur C. Sheely, as President, and Charles L. Terrell, as Secretary of THE STATE BOARD OF AGRICULTURE. WITNESS my hand and official seal. My commission expires June 27, 1972. /s/ Bernadine R. Simon Notary Public After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Kissock, seconded by Councilman Kruchten, that this matter be referred to the City Attorney to prepare the necessary ordinance of vacation. Roll was called resulting as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Carson, Troxell, Lopez, Kissock and Kruchten. Nayes: None. The Mayor declared the motion adopted. The City Manager presented a letter from Mr. R. J. Pettingell offering the City an old time school bus valued at $6,000.00 from Ellensville, N. Y., but since the City has no place to house and display the antique vehicle, it was suggested that the City loan it to Forney Industries to keep and maintain it. The City Manager presented a petition for involuntary annexation of property in the Sheely Addition. After discussion, motion was made by Council- man Kissock, seconded by Councilman Troxell, that this matter be referred to the Planning and Zoning Board for their recommendation. Roll was called resulting as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Carson, Troxell, Lopez, Kissock and Kruchten. Nayes: None. The Mayor declared the motion adopted. 18D The City Manager presented bids on general stocking of office supplies at the Service Center. Bids were as follows: 520 Fort Collins 1. Kistler Kwill Business Center $ 4,042.34- Tulsa, Oklahoma 2. Scott -Rice Company 4,151.9� Fort Collins 3• John's Office Equipment, Inc. 4,290.93 Fort Collins 4. Hunsberger's Books, Inc. 4,332.15 Denver, Colorado 5. Capitol Office Supply Company 4,389.97 /jv The City Manager stated that these supplies would carry the City from six months to a year and.that supplies purchased in large volume were con- siderably cheaper than bought in small quantities. He stated that he had been advised to accept the local low bidder, but since there was a difference of $289.99 or 6.14%, he recommended that the low bid of Kistler Kwill of Denver, be accepted and that the bids were identical in quantity and brand. Council man Lopez recommended that the low local bidder be accepted, and asked if it was legal for him to do this. The City Attorney advised him that it was legal, but he had to consider that he was dealing with the City's money. There being no second to this motion, the motion was lost. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Troxell, seconded by Councilman Kissock, that the low bidder from Denver be accepted. Roll was Called resulting as follows: Councilmen Carson, Troxell, Lopez, Kissock and Kruchten. Nayes: None. The Mayor declared the motion adopted. The City Attorney advised the Council that the City Clerk be author- ized to publish a notice of hearing on the budget. Motion was made by Council- man Kissock, seconded by Councilman7?oxell, that a notice of hearing be published. Roll was called resulting as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Carson, Troxell, Lopez, Kissock and Kruchten. Nayes: None. The Mayor declared the motion adopted. The City Attorney advised the Council that Mr. Arthur P. Roy is anew la �Associat�.in their office and requested the City Council to appoint him as. an Assistant City Attorney with no change in the budget for 1969• Motion tas made*:by Councilman Kruchten, seconded by Councilman Troxell, that Mr.. Arthur P. Roy be -appointed as Assistant City Attorney. Roll was called resulting as , follows: Ayes: Councilmen Carson, Troxell, Lopez, Kissock and Kruchten.. Nayes: None. The Mayor declared the motion adopted. 1/0 The Mayor declared a recess after which the Council reconvened as the Liquor Licensing Authority. The Authority reviewed the revised plans of the Golden Ram with the Building Inspector Roger Springston was present and explain. ed the plans as they were revised accord"ng to the recommendations made by the i Fire Department and Building Inspector. After discussion motion was made by Councilman Kissock, seconded by Councilman Troxell, that the license be aparoved j upon receiving a final report from the Building Inspector, 521 x - - Mr. Springston stated that he would like to be open by Wednesday, October 8, 1969, if possible. Councilman Kissock stated that he would like to make an addendum to the motion, that the Building Inspector submit his, final inspection to the City Manager and upon his approval, Mr. Springston could get his State License without another meeting of the Authority. Roll was called y resulting as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Carson, Troxell, Lopez, Kissock and Kruchten. Nayes: None. -The Mayor declared the motion adopted. j The following findings and resolution was presented and read at length: qi FINDINGS AND RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO, ACTING AS THE LOCAL LIQUOR LICENSING AUTHORITY CONCERNING AN APPLICATION FOR A RETAIL LIQUOR STORE LICENSE The application of William G. Goff for a retail liquor storelicense ' came on for hearing at 3:00 P.M. on September 25, 1969, in the CouncilChambers City Hall, Fort Collins, Colorado, pursuant to notice duly given as required by law. The autnority having heard the evidence introduced at the hearing, and having examined the documents introduced, and having heretofore held a preliminary findings of the authority. 1. The neighborhood to be served under this application is as defined in the preliminary findings of the authority. 2. Noting contained in C.R.S. 1963, Section 75-2-39 prohibits issuing a license at theproposed location. 3. The applicant is of good character and qualified under the Ordi- nances of the City of Fort Collins, and the laws of the State of Colorado, for the license applied for. 4. The application is in proper form. 5. No license of the type applied for presently exists within or near the neighborhood, and the reasonable requirements of the neighborhood require the issuance of the license applied for.. ° 6. The building in which the license is to be operated is constructed; however, the applicant has presented plans and specifications for remodeling such building, and no license should issue until such remodeling is completed in accordance with.t'_e plans and specifications submitted by the applicant and the requirements of the City building inspector and the City Fire Deparment. RESOLUTION 69-91 OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO, ACTING AS THELOCAL LIQUOR LICENSING AUTHORITY CONCERNING AN APPLICATION FOR A RETAIL LIQUOR STORE LICENSE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS, acting as the local liquor licensing authority, that the application of William G. Goff for a retail liquor store license be and the same hereby is granted in accordance with the findings of the authority herein, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that said license shall not be issued until remodeling of licensed premises is completed and the authority has received a report from the City Building Inspector that said remodeling complies with the plans and specifications submitted with the application, and the requirements of the City Building Inspector and the Fire Department, and the City Council has approved the same. Passed and adopted this 2nd day of October, 1969. /s/ Karl E. Carson Chairman ATTEST: - /s/ John Bartel, City Clerk G . pez, seconded by Councilman Kissook, Motion was made by Councilman Lo that this resolution be adopted. Roll was called resulting as follows: yes: Lopez, Kissock and Kruchten. Nayes: None. Councilmen Carson, Troxell, The Mayor declared the motion adopted. The Mayor declared the Authority adjour d to hear the budget. r ATTEST: City Cler—