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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
July 15, 2019
4:00 PM, City Council Chambers
130 S Galena Street, Aspen
I.COUNCIL ROUNDTABLE 4:00-4:10
II.WORK SESSION
II.A.Board and Commission Interviews (round 2)
II.B.Retreat follow up regarding transportation and housing framework
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Linda Manning, City Clerk
DATE OF MEMO: July 11, 2019
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2019
RE: Citizen board appointments (round 2)
City Council has been conducting board interviews for various citizen boards twice a year,
typically in January and July. In the past, not all boards have been interviewed by Council
including the Animal Shelter, Building Code Board of Appeals and the Kid’s First Board.
Mayor Torre has indicated that he would like Council to interview all perspective board
members. To be consistent with how board interviews have happened in the past and
due to the number of applicants for each board, staff is recommending that Council
interview all members for each board at the same time instead of conducting individual
interviews.
Included in the packet for each board will be a list of the current members, the most
recent ordinance or code section as well as bylaws if available.
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Wheeler Board of Directors
1 regular member opening
7 regular members, 1 alternate member and 1 ex officio member
Current Members
Chip Fuller – chair – reapplying
Tom Kurt – expires 2020
Richard Stettner – expires 2022
Christine Benedetti – vice chair – expires 2023
Nina Gabianelli – expires 2020
Amy Mountjoy – expires 2023
Ziska Childs – expires 2021
Peter Greeney – alternate - expires 2021
Justin Brown – ex officio
Applicants
Jay Scharer – interviewed July 9
Chip Fuller
Julie Muraco
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Next Generation Advisory Commission
7 regular members and 1 alternate member
1 regular member and 1 alternate member opening
Current Members
Christine Benedetti – chair – expires 2022
Kimbo Brown-Schiratto – expires 2020
Alexandra George – expires 2023
Nicholas Byrne – expires 2021
Ashley Chod – resigning end of July
Hillary Seminick – resigned
Morris Hogan – expires 2023 (alternate but moving to regular member as Ashley
resigned)
Matthew Evans – expires 2020
Applicants
Harris Berlinsky
Lea Boucher
Stephanie Janigo (has not confirmed)
Lane Johnson (has not confirmed)
Marcus Blue
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ORDINANCE NO. 26,
SERIES OF 2017)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.
50, SERIES OF 2013 TO ADD AN ALTERNATE MEMBER TO THE BOARD OF
DIRECTORS OF THE WHEELER OPERA HOUSE.
WHEREAS,the City of Aspen owns the historic structure known as the Wheeler Opera
House, located at the corner of South Mill Street and East Hyman Avenue in the City of Aspen,
Colorado, and has the right and responsibility to manage the same; and
WHEREAS,the City Council did appoint a Board of Directors of the Wheeler Opera
House to undertake the management of the Wheeler Opera House in accordance with Ordinance
10, Series of 1982; n,
WHEREAS,the City Council repealed Ordinance #10, Series of 1982 and adopted
Ordinance #63, Series of 1992 to clarify that the Board'of Directors is to function as an advisory
board not a managing board; and
WHEREAS, the City Council repealed Ordinance #63, Series of 1992 and adopted
Ordinance#5, Series of 2004 to change the powers and duties of the Board of Directors to clarify
its role in establishing policies and to expand the membership of the Board of Directors from
seven (7)to nine (9) members; and
WHEREAS, the City Council repealed Ordinance #5, Series of 2004 and adopted
Ordinance #48, Series of 2005 to decrease the membership of the Board of Directors from nine
9)to seven(7), one of which was designated as a youth representative, and modified the
qualification requirements to eliminate members or candidates that have a conflict of interest as
described in City Charter (Section 4.7) as "a substantial personal or financial interest' in the
Wheeler Opera House; and
WHEREAS, the City Council repealed Ordinance #48, Series of 2005 and adopted
Ordinance#50, Series of 2013 to remove the youth representative and replace it with an at-large
member;
WHEREAS,the City Council desires now to amend Ordinance #50, Series of 2013 to
add an alternate member to the Board of Directors;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ASPEN, COLORADO, THAT:
Section 1. Composition; Term; Qualification.
The Board of Directors shall be constituted.as follows:
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a) The Board of Directors of the Wheeler Opera House shall consist of seven (7) regular
members and one (1) alternate member, all of whom shall serve overlapping three
3)-year terms. The Board shall be appointed by the City Council with all appointees
designated as at-large appointees who shall be selected primarily for their knowledge
of and experience in the performing arts and/or financial, management or marketing
capabilities.
b) Except for the filling of vacancies, all terms of appointments shall be for three (3)-
year periods, commencing at the time of appointment.
c) The Aspen Music Festival and School (AMFS) or its successor organization that may
have the right to exclusive use of the Wheeler Opera House during the summer
season, as per contracting through August 2034, shall appoint a representative to fill a
permanent, non-voting, ex-officio seat on the Board of Directors. By virtue of
AMFS's Wheeler Opera House management responsibilities for a significant portion
of the year, the AMFS representative shall be entitled to participate in any of the
activities and deliberations of the Board, but shall not vote.
d) All members of the Board of Directors shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council
and may be removed by majority vote thereof.
e) The Board of Directors is declared not to be a permanent board within the meaning of
Section 8.2 of the Charter of the City of Aspen and, therefore, there shall be imposed
no age or residency requirement for membership on the Board of Directors nor shall
candidates for appointment be required to be qualified electors.
Section 2. Severability
If any section, subsection sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this ordinance is for any
reason held invalid or unconstitutional in a court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be
deemed a separate, distinct, and independent provision and shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portions thereof.
Section 3. Public Hearing
A public hearing on the ordinance shall be held on the 13`
h
day of November,2017, in the
City Council Chambers, Aspen City Hall, Aspen, Colorado.
INTRODUCED, READ, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED as provided by law by the City
Council of the City of Aspen on the 23`
d
day of October, 2017.
AT EST:
Linda Manning, City Clerk Steven Skadro , Mayor
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FINALLY adopted, passed and ordered published this 27`h day of November, 2017.
ATTEST:
Linda Manning, City Clerk Ste n Skadr n, Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
J es R. True, City Attorney
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ORDINANCE NO.,5)
Series of 2013)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO, REPEALING ORDINANCE NO.
48 (SERIES OF 2005)AND RE-ENACTING AN ORDINANCE TO CHANGE THE
COMPOSITION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE WHEELER OPERA HOUSE.
WHEREAS,the City of Aspen owns the historic structure known as the Wheeler Opera
House, located at the corner of South Mill Street and East Hyman Avenue in the City of Aspen,
Colorado, and has the right and responsibility to manage the same; and
WHEREAS,the City Council did appoint a Board of Directors of the Wheeler Opera
House to undertake the management of the Wheeler Opera House in accordance with Ordinance
No. 10 (Series of 1982); and
WHEREAS,the City Council repealed Ordinance No 10(Series of 1982)and re-enacted
an ordinance(Ordinance 63 of 1992)to clarify that the Board of Directors is to function as an
advisory board and not a managing board; and
WHEREAS,the City Council repealed Ordinance No. 63 (Series of 1992) and re-enacted
an ordinance(Ordinance No. 5, Series of 2004)to change the powers and duties of the Board of
Directors to clarify its role in establishing policies for the Wheeler Opera House and to expand
the membership of the Board of Directors from seven(7)to nine(9)members; and
WHEREAS,the City Council repealed Ordinance No. 5 (Series of 2004)and re-enacted
an ordinance(Ordinance No. 48, Series of 2005)to decrease the membership of the Board of
Directors from nine(9)to seven(7)members, one of which was designated as a youth
representative, and modified the qualification requirements to eliminate members or candidates
that have a conflict of interest as described in the City Charter(Section 4.7)as"a substantial
personal or financial interest" in the Wheeler Opera House; and
WHEREAS,the City Council desires to now remove the designation of one of the voting
members as a youth representative and return such board seat to another community
representative;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ASPEN, COLORADO, THAT:
Section 1. Establishment of the Board of Directors.
There is hereby established the Board of Director of the Wheeler Opera House for the City of
Aspen, Colorado,which Board of Directors shall serve for an indefinite term and at the pleasure
of the City Council.
Section 2. Composition; Term; Qualification.
The Board of Directors shall be constituted as follows:
a) The Board of Directors of the Wheeler Opera House shall consist of seven(7)
members, all of whom shall serve overlapping three(3)-year terms. The Board shall 8
be appointed by the City Council with all appointees designated as at-large
appointees who shall be selected primarily for their knowledge of and experience in
the performing arts and/or financial, management or marketing capabilities.
b) Except for the filling of vacancies, all terms of appointment shall be for three-year
periods, commencing at the time of appointment.
c) The Aspen Music Festival and School(AMFS)or its successor organization that may
have the right to the exclusive use of the Wheeler Opera House during the summer
season, as per contract through August 2034, shall appoint a representative to fill a
permanent,non-voting, ex-officio seat on the Board of Directors. By virtue of
AMFS's Wheeler Opera House management responsibilities for a significant portion
of the year,the AMFS representative shall be entitled to participate in any of the
activities and deliberations of the Board,but shall not vote.
d) All members of the Board of Directors shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council
and may be removed by majority vote thereof.
e) The Board of Directors is declared not to be a permanent board within the meaning of
Section 8.2 of the Charter of the City of Aspen and,therefore,there shall be imposed
no age or residency requirement for membership on the Board of Directors nor shall
candidates for appointment be required to be qualified electors.
Section 3. Powers and Duties.
Generally,the Board of Directors is empowered to advise the City of Aspen on the
planning and policy related to the daily and long-term operations of the Wheeler Opera House.
These management duties shall include the following:
a) Recommend scheduling policy, priorities and rates for the theatre operations; and
b) Recommend operating policy and rental rates for the commercial space in the Opera
House building.
Section 4. Rules of Procedure.
a) A quorum to transact the business of the Board of Directors shall consist of four(4)
members.
b) At its first meeting(which shall be called by the City Manager),the Board of
Directors shall elect a chairperson,vice-chairperson, and secretary.
c) The Board of Directors shall establish regular meeting times and days. Special
meetings may be called by the chairperson or at the request of any two(2)members
on at least twenty-four(24)hours written notice to each member of the Board of
Directors, provided that a special meeting may be held on shorter notice if all
members of the Board of Directors waive notice in writing. No business shall be
transacted at any special meeting unless it has been stated in the notice of such
meeting.
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d) All regular and special meetings of the Board of Directors shall be open to the public
except for executive(closed door)meetings as are permitted by law. Citizens shall
have a reasonable opportunity to be heard and all minutes and other records of action
of the Board of Directors shall be made available to the public.
e) The Board of Directors may adopt by-laws for the conduct of its business not
inconsistent with this ordinance and the Charter of the City of Aspen, and shall adopt
such rules of procedures as it deems necessary.
Section 5. Severability
If any section, subsection, sentence,clause,phrase, or portion of this ordinance is for any
reason held invalid or unconstitutional in a court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be
deemed a separate, distinct, and independent provision and shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portions thereof.
Section 6. Public Hearing
A public hearing on the ordinance shall be held on the 9th day of December, 2013, in the
City Council Chambers,Aspen City Hall,Aspen, Colorado.
INTRODUCED,READ,AND ORDERED PUBLISHED as provided by law by the City
Council of the City of Aspen on the 2nd day of December, 2013.
z
L
StevetSkadron Mayor
ATTEST:
athrynKoc , ty Clerk
FINALLY adopted, passed and ordered published this 9"day of December, 2013.
ICS
Stev adron, ayor
ATTEST:
KathnKo lity Cl rk 10
ORDINANCE NO. 26,
SERIES OF 2017)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.
50, SERIES OF 2013 TO ADD AN ALTERNATE MEMBER TO THE BOARD OF
DIRECTORS OF THE WHEELER OPERA HOUSE.
WHEREAS,the City of Aspen owns the historic structure known as the Wheeler Opera
House, located at the corner of South Mill Street and East Hyman Avenue in the City of Aspen,
Colorado, and has the right and responsibility to manage the same; and
WHEREAS,the City Council did appoint a Board of Directors of the Wheeler Opera
House to undertake the management of the Wheeler Opera House in accordance with Ordinance
10, Series of 1982; n,
WHEREAS,the City Council repealed Ordinance #10, Series of 1982 and adopted
Ordinance #63, Series of 1992 to clarify that the Board'of Directors is to function as an advisory
board not a managing board; and
WHEREAS, the City Council repealed Ordinance #63, Series of 1992 and adopted
Ordinance#5, Series of 2004 to change the powers and duties of the Board of Directors to clarify
its role in establishing policies and to expand the membership of the Board of Directors from
seven (7)to nine (9) members; and
WHEREAS, the City Council repealed Ordinance #5, Series of 2004 and adopted
Ordinance #48, Series of 2005 to decrease the membership of the Board of Directors from nine
9)to seven(7), one of which was designated as a youth representative, and modified the
qualification requirements to eliminate members or candidates that have a conflict of interest as
described in City Charter (Section 4.7) as "a substantial personal or financial interest' in the
Wheeler Opera House; and
WHEREAS, the City Council repealed Ordinance #48, Series of 2005 and adopted
Ordinance#50, Series of 2013 to remove the youth representative and replace it with an at-large
member;
WHEREAS,the City Council desires now to amend Ordinance #50, Series of 2013 to
add an alternate member to the Board of Directors;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ASPEN, COLORADO, THAT:
Section 1. Composition; Term; Qualification.
The Board of Directors shall be constituted.as follows:
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a) The Board of Directors of the Wheeler Opera House shall consist of seven (7) regular
members and one (1) alternate member, all of whom shall serve overlapping three
3)-year terms. The Board shall be appointed by the City Council with all appointees
designated as at-large appointees who shall be selected primarily for their knowledge
of and experience in the performing arts and/or financial, management or marketing
capabilities.
b) Except for the filling of vacancies, all terms of appointments shall be for three (3)-
year periods, commencing at the time of appointment.
c) The Aspen Music Festival and School (AMFS) or its successor organization that may
have the right to exclusive use of the Wheeler Opera House during the summer
season, as per contracting through August 2034, shall appoint a representative to fill a
permanent, non-voting, ex-officio seat on the Board of Directors. By virtue of
AMFS's Wheeler Opera House management responsibilities for a significant portion
of the year, the AMFS representative shall be entitled to participate in any of the
activities and deliberations of the Board, but shall not vote.
d) All members of the Board of Directors shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council
and may be removed by majority vote thereof.
e) The Board of Directors is declared not to be a permanent board within the meaning of
Section 8.2 of the Charter of the City of Aspen and, therefore, there shall be imposed
no age or residency requirement for membership on the Board of Directors nor shall
candidates for appointment be required to be qualified electors.
Section 2. Severability
If any section, subsection sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this ordinance is for any
reason held invalid or unconstitutional in a court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be
deemed a separate, distinct, and independent provision and shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portions thereof.
Section 3. Public Hearing
A public hearing on the ordinance shall be held on the 13`
h
day of November,2017, in the
City Council Chambers, Aspen City Hall, Aspen, Colorado.
INTRODUCED, READ, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED as provided by law by the City
Council of the City of Aspen on the 23`
d
day of October, 2017.
AT EST:
Linda Manning, City Clerk Steven Skadro , Mayor
12
FINALLY adopted, passed and ordered published this 27`h day of November, 2017.
ATTEST:
Linda Manning, City Clerk Ste n Skadr n, Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
J es R. True, City Attorney
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ORDINANCE NO.,5)
Series of 2013)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO, REPEALING ORDINANCE NO.
48 (SERIES OF 2005)AND RE-ENACTING AN ORDINANCE TO CHANGE THE
COMPOSITION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE WHEELER OPERA HOUSE.
WHEREAS,the City of Aspen owns the historic structure known as the Wheeler Opera
House, located at the corner of South Mill Street and East Hyman Avenue in the City of Aspen,
Colorado, and has the right and responsibility to manage the same; and
WHEREAS,the City Council did appoint a Board of Directors of the Wheeler Opera
House to undertake the management of the Wheeler Opera House in accordance with Ordinance
No. 10 (Series of 1982); and
WHEREAS,the City Council repealed Ordinance No 10(Series of 1982)and re-enacted
an ordinance(Ordinance 63 of 1992)to clarify that the Board of Directors is to function as an
advisory board and not a managing board; and
WHEREAS,the City Council repealed Ordinance No. 63 (Series of 1992) and re-enacted
an ordinance(Ordinance No. 5, Series of 2004)to change the powers and duties of the Board of
Directors to clarify its role in establishing policies for the Wheeler Opera House and to expand
the membership of the Board of Directors from seven(7)to nine(9)members; and
WHEREAS,the City Council repealed Ordinance No. 5 (Series of 2004)and re-enacted
an ordinance(Ordinance No. 48, Series of 2005)to decrease the membership of the Board of
Directors from nine(9)to seven(7)members, one of which was designated as a youth
representative, and modified the qualification requirements to eliminate members or candidates
that have a conflict of interest as described in the City Charter(Section 4.7)as"a substantial
personal or financial interest" in the Wheeler Opera House; and
WHEREAS,the City Council desires to now remove the designation of one of the voting
members as a youth representative and return such board seat to another community
representative;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ASPEN, COLORADO, THAT:
Section 1. Establishment of the Board of Directors.
There is hereby established the Board of Director of the Wheeler Opera House for the City of
Aspen, Colorado,which Board of Directors shall serve for an indefinite term and at the pleasure
of the City Council.
Section 2. Composition; Term; Qualification.
The Board of Directors shall be constituted as follows:
a) The Board of Directors of the Wheeler Opera House shall consist of seven(7)
members, all of whom shall serve overlapping three(3)-year terms. The Board shall 14
be appointed by the City Council with all appointees designated as at-large
appointees who shall be selected primarily for their knowledge of and experience in
the performing arts and/or financial, management or marketing capabilities.
b) Except for the filling of vacancies, all terms of appointment shall be for three-year
periods, commencing at the time of appointment.
c) The Aspen Music Festival and School(AMFS)or its successor organization that may
have the right to the exclusive use of the Wheeler Opera House during the summer
season, as per contract through August 2034, shall appoint a representative to fill a
permanent,non-voting, ex-officio seat on the Board of Directors. By virtue of
AMFS's Wheeler Opera House management responsibilities for a significant portion
of the year,the AMFS representative shall be entitled to participate in any of the
activities and deliberations of the Board,but shall not vote.
d) All members of the Board of Directors shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council
and may be removed by majority vote thereof.
e) The Board of Directors is declared not to be a permanent board within the meaning of
Section 8.2 of the Charter of the City of Aspen and,therefore,there shall be imposed
no age or residency requirement for membership on the Board of Directors nor shall
candidates for appointment be required to be qualified electors.
Section 3. Powers and Duties.
Generally,the Board of Directors is empowered to advise the City of Aspen on the
planning and policy related to the daily and long-term operations of the Wheeler Opera House.
These management duties shall include the following:
a) Recommend scheduling policy, priorities and rates for the theatre operations; and
b) Recommend operating policy and rental rates for the commercial space in the Opera
House building.
Section 4. Rules of Procedure.
a) A quorum to transact the business of the Board of Directors shall consist of four(4)
members.
b) At its first meeting(which shall be called by the City Manager),the Board of
Directors shall elect a chairperson,vice-chairperson, and secretary.
c) The Board of Directors shall establish regular meeting times and days. Special
meetings may be called by the chairperson or at the request of any two(2)members
on at least twenty-four(24)hours written notice to each member of the Board of
Directors, provided that a special meeting may be held on shorter notice if all
members of the Board of Directors waive notice in writing. No business shall be
transacted at any special meeting unless it has been stated in the notice of such
meeting.
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d) All regular and special meetings of the Board of Directors shall be open to the public
except for executive(closed door)meetings as are permitted by law. Citizens shall
have a reasonable opportunity to be heard and all minutes and other records of action
of the Board of Directors shall be made available to the public.
e) The Board of Directors may adopt by-laws for the conduct of its business not
inconsistent with this ordinance and the Charter of the City of Aspen, and shall adopt
such rules of procedures as it deems necessary.
Section 5. Severability
If any section, subsection, sentence,clause,phrase, or portion of this ordinance is for any
reason held invalid or unconstitutional in a court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be
deemed a separate, distinct, and independent provision and shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portions thereof.
Section 6. Public Hearing
A public hearing on the ordinance shall be held on the 9th day of December, 2013, in the
City Council Chambers,Aspen City Hall,Aspen, Colorado.
INTRODUCED,READ,AND ORDERED PUBLISHED as provided by law by the City
Council of the City of Aspen on the 2nd day of December, 2013.
z
L
StevetSkadron Mayor
ATTEST:
athrynKoc , ty Clerk
FINALLY adopted, passed and ordered published this 9"day of December, 2013.
ICS
Stev adron, ayor
ATTEST:
KathnKo lity Cl rk 16
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Chip Fuller
EXPERIENCE JONESTRADING INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES Aspen, CO
Vice President - 2009 to present
Generate trading commission revenues for a global equities broker-dealer servicing
institutional money managers.
•Assist clients in sourcing liquidity for block trades across all market capitalizations
and public equities markets
CATLIN PROPERTIES/ CATLIN FULLER LLC Sacramento & San Francisco, CA
Vice President - 2004 to 2009
Responsible for every stage of development, including land acquisition, project
management, design, entitlements, construction management, leasing and disposition of
over 700,000 square feet in retail, office and industrial space in Northern California
•Managed financial relationships, long and short term budgeting and met scheduling
deadlines, resulting in average two year cash on cash return of over 100 percent
•Cultivated strategic relationships with key equity partners, including the largest private land
owner in the California, and major retailers including Target, Safeway and Staples
DESIGN WORKSHOP Denver, CO
MBA Internship - 2003 to 2004
Created and implemented detailed design, sales and marketing programs for Intrawest,
Sunrise Colony Company, East West Partners and other clients
•Constructed a new model for pricing residential units based on amenities and location for
Intrawest mountain villages
•Developed feasibility analysis, marketing concept, and financial plan for 2,500 acre mixed
use community in Denver foothills
HEWLETT-PACKARD Palo Alto, CA
Senior Manager of Strategic Partnerships – 2000 to 2002
Responsible for web software infrastructure partnerships with major national systems
integrators for Hewlett-Packard’s Enterprise Systems Division
•Built Java e-services software partnerships with Accenture and Cap Gemini Ernst and
Young resulting in growth of over $3,000,000 in software license and services revenues
CRITICAL PATH/AMPLITUDE SOFTWARE San Francisco, CA
Business Development Manager – 1997 to 2000
Managed sales and marketing team tasked with creation of reseller partnerships with
major software and telecommunication companies
ORACLE CORPORATION Redwood Shores, CA
Account Manager – 1994 to 1997
Responsible for sales of database software to Fortune 500 telecommunications clients
EDUCATION UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO Boulder, CO
MBA –Real Estate Development - 2004
Vice President of MBA Student Government, Net Impact
Finalist in Rocky Mountain Real Estate Challenge, Winner of Entrepreneurs Award, Venture
Capital Investment Competition, Runner-up in LES National Business Plan Competition, CTEK
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO Boulder, CO
BA – Communications – 1993 18
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ORDINANCE #1
Series of 2014)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ASPEN, COLORADO, CREATING "THE
NEXT GENERATION ADVISORY COMMISSION"AND MAKING INITIAL
APPOINTMENTS
WHEREAS, the City of Aspen places a high priority on engaging the public in civic
discourse. Public participation is essential in having a thriving political atmosphere.
WHERAS, it is clear from City meetings, representation on City boards and commissions
and participation in public engagement sessions that the 18-40 year old demographic is
underrepresented.
WHERAS, as these individuals are the future of Aspen, Council said it was important to
engage them in current City issues as well as hear what topics concern them the most.
WHERAS, for the past two years, one of City Council's top ten goals has been to
encourage and the 18 to 40 year old demographic in civic life, and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to create an advisory commission composed of 18
to 40 year olds - "the next generation"to advise City Council on decisions that affect the future
and to make policies beneficial to the 18 to 40 year old demographic so they can thrive, life and
work here.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ASPEN, COLORADO:
Section 1
That the "Next Generation Advisory Commission"is hereby established as follows:
A.Qualifications — Seven members and alternates shall be appointed by the City
Council to the Board and each appointment must live or work in the Aspen Urban Growth
Boundary. All members shall be within the targeted demographic and if they get too old,
they're out!
B.Membership will consist of seven (7) members and one (1) alternate. A majority
of the Members must be City of Aspen residents. All Members must live or work in the Aspen
Urban Growth Boundary.
C.Members shall serve four-year terms.
D.All efforts will be made to appoint a commission that is representative of the Next
Generation demographic — in terms of age ranges, gender, working classification/incomes and
interests.
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Section 2
Initial terms will be split between 1-year, 2-year, 3-year and 4-year terms so as to create
staggered terms—those initial appointments would be as follows:
Skippy Mesirow - Chair - 4 years
Christine Benedetti - Co-Chair - 3 years
Jennifer Bennett - Treasurer- 2 years
Kimbo Brown-Schirato - 1 year
Jill Teehan- 4 years
Lindsey Palardy - 3 years
Summer Woodson-Berg - 2 years
ALT: Catherine Lutz - 1 year
E.Meetings of the Next Gen board be at least four times/year. Meeting dates shall
be set and scheduled by the commission and publicly posted.
F. The Mission statement of the Next Gen is to advance the policy interests of the
18-40 year old demographic who live or work within the Aspen Area.
G.The Next Gen shall endeavor to encourage more citizens within their
demographic to partake in civic life and to participate in making Aspen a desirable and
attainable place to live for the 18 to 40 year olds.
Section 3
If any section, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held invalid
or unconstitutional in a court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate,
distinct and independent provision and shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions
thereof.
Section 4
Nothing in this Ordinance shall be construed to affect any right, duty or liability under any
ordinance in effect prior to the effective date of this Ordinance, and the same shall be continued
and concluded under such prior ordinances.
Section 5
A public hearing on the Ordinance shall be held on the 27th day of January 2014, in the City
Council Chambers, City Hall, Aspen, Colorado.
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INTRODUCED, READ AND ORDERED PUBLISHP-D as provided by law by the City Council
of the City of Aspen on the 13th day of January 2GI4,'
Steven Skadro, , Mayor
ATT T:
Kathryn S. K h, City Clerk
FINALLY, adopted, passed and approved this 27th day of January 2014
Steven Skadron, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kathryn S. h, City Clerk
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Next Generation Advisory Commission (NGAC)
The Aspen Area Next Generation Advisory Board, an unincorporated association, agrees
to the following By-Laws effective this 10th day of June, 2013. These By-Laws supersede and
replace any and all prior By-Laws of the Board.
1. DEFINITIONS:
1.1. Annual Meeting: has the meaning described in Section 4.5.
1.2. Commission: Commission refers to the Aspen Area Next Generation Advisory
Commission which shall have an existence as determined by the Aspen City
Council. .
1.3. Constituency: all 18-40 year olds who live or work in the Aspen area.
1.4. Executive Committee: has the meaning described in Section 5.
1.5. Goals: Goals are defined in Section 2.2.
1.6. Members: Members are defined in Section 3.1.
2. MISSION AND GOALS:
2.1 Mission: To advance the policy interests of the 18-40 year old demographic who
live or work within the Aspen area.
2.2 Goals: The Board shall vote to approve annual Goals that promote the Mission at
the Annual Meeting.
3. MEMBERSHIP:
3.1 Members. There shall be one class of Members who will be comprised of
individuals between the ages of approximately 18-40 years old who live or work in the Aspen
area.
3.2 Expectations of Members. Members are expected, amongst other things, to: (i)
attend at least 75% of the Board meetings throughout the year, in person or by phone, (ii) sit on
and actively participate in a committee, (iii) attend a majority of committee meetings, in person
or by phone, and (iv) be an active and accountable participant in accomplishing the annual Goals.
4. BOARD:
4.1. General Powers. The Board shall have the responsibility, duty and power to
address the needs of the Constituency; to identify or propose the creation of policies and
programmatic opportunities; to address those needs and to inform the necessary elected and
appointed officials of those needs. The Board shall also serve as the meaningful voice to ensure
that the Constituency is engaging with the City of Aspen.
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A. 4.2. Number, Tenure and Qualifications. Seven members and alternates shall be
appointed by the City Council to the Board and each appointment must live or work in the Aspen
Urban Growth Boundary. All members shall be within the targeted demographic and if they get
too old, they’re out! Membership will consist of no less than seven (7) and no more than twelve
(12) – inclusive of alternates. A majority of the Members must be City of Aspen residents. All
Members must live or work in the Aspen Urban Growth Boundary. Members shall serve four-
year terms.
All efforts will be made to appoint a commission that is representative of the Next Generation
demographic – in terms of age ranges, gender, working classification/incomes and interests.
Initial terms will be split between 1-year, 2-year, 3-year and 4-year terms so as to create
staggered terms– those initial appointments would be as follows:
Skippy Mesirow - Chair - 4 years
Christine Benedetti - Co-Chair - 3 years
Jennifer Bennett - Treasurer - 2 years
Kimbo Brown-Schirato - 1 year
Jill Teehan - 4 years
Lindsey Palardy - 3 years
Summer Woodson-Berg - 2 years
ALT: Catherine Lutz - 1 year
4.3. Election of Members; Election of the Executive Committee. All openings on the
Commission will be filled by an appointment made by a majority of the Aspen City Council. The
NGAB may make recommendations to the City Council for candidates to be interviewed, but an
application must be made to the City Council in a manner designated by the City Clerk. At the
Annual Meeting, the Commission shall elect Executive Committee members for a one year term as
follows: (i) Chair of the Commission, (ii) Vice-Chair of the Commission, (iii) Treasurer and (v) any
other officers the Commission determines are necessary..
4.4. Regular Meetings. Regular meetings of Commission shall be held throughout the year
as determined by the Members. The Commission will meet at least six times throughout the year.
The Chair shall provide the Members with at least 10 days written notice of the location together
with the exact date and time of the meeting. Such notice shall be provided to the public by the Aspen
City Clerk as required by Colorado statute. An agenda for each meeting will be circulated to the
Members electronically by the Chair at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting and posted by the
Aspen City Clerk in accordance with Colorado law..
4.5. Annual Meetings. An Annual Meeting shall be held each year as determined by the
Executive Committee. Notice will be provided to the public by the Aspen City Clerk as required by
Colorado statute. At each Annual Meeting, the Commission shall elect Executive Committee
officers, set annual Goals, and determine the dates and times for Commission meetings in the coming
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year.
4.6. Special Meetings. Special meetings of the Commission may be called at the request of
the Chair or a majority of the Commission and will be noticed by the Aspen City Clerk in accordance
with Colorado statute.
4.7. Notice of Special Meetings. Notice of any special meeting of the Commission shall be
given at least ten (10) days previous thereto by written notice delivered personally or sent by mail, e-
mail or facsimile to each Member as shown in the records of the Commission and will be noticed by
the Aspen City Clerk in accordance with Colorado statute. Notices to the Commission members by
e-mail are expressly authorized and shall be considered to be written notice.
4.8. Telephonic Attendance at Meetings: One or more Members, after reasonable
prior arrangements, may participate in any meeting of the Board by means of a conference
telephone or similar communication by which all persons participating in the meeting can hear
one another simultaneously. Such participation shall constitute presence in person at such
meeting.
4.9. Quorum. Five Members, or one-half of the total number of Members plus one,
whichever is greater, shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business at any meeting of
the Board.
4.10. Manner of Acting. The act of a majority of the Members casting votes at a
meeting at which a quorum is present shall be the act of the Board, unless the act of a greater
number is required by law or by these By-Laws.
4.11 Proxies. Once a calendar year, any Member may authorize another Member to act
for them by proxy in all matters in which a Member is entitled to participate, whether by waiving
notice of any meeting, voting or participating at a meeting or expressing consent or dissent
without a meeting. Every proxy must be in writing signed by the Member or sent electronically
directly from the Member’s email address of record, and must be received before the start of the
meeting to which it applies. A proxy is only valid for the specific meeting provided. Every proxy
shall be revocable at the pleasure of the Member executing it. Participation in a meeting by
proxy shall not constitute presence in person at such meeting, nor shall it be counted towards
quorum.
4.12 Action without a Meeting. Any action required or permitted to be taken by the
Board may be taken without a meeting if all Members consent in writing to the adoption of a
resolution authorizing the action and the written consent thereto is filed with the Secretary as
minutes of the proceedings of the Board. An email from the Member’s email address of record
with the Board shall be sufficient written consent for purposes of this section. If, after reasonable
efforts to reach a Member, a Member cannot be reached, then the Board may act without that
Member’s written consent.
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4.13. Vacancies. Any vacancy occurring in the Commission by resignation, removal or
otherwise and any vacancies to be filled by reason of an increase in the number of Members will be
made by the Aspen City Council. Any Member filling a vacancy shall complete the term of the
departing Member whose vacancy is being filled.
4.14. Compensation. Members as such shall not receive any stated salaries or other
compensation for their services on the Board.
4.15. Removal. Any elected Member of the Commission may be removed by the
affirmative vote of four votes of all City Council Members, whenever in their judgment the best
interests of the Commission would be served thereby.
4.16. Resignations. Any Member may resign at any time by delivering or emailing written
notice of their resignation to the City Clerk of the City of Aspen. Any such resignation shall be
effective at the time specified therein.
5. OFFICERS AND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE:
5.1 Officers. The officers of the Board shall be a Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer and a
Secretary. The Board may elect or appoint such other officers as it shall deem desirable, such
officers to have the authority and perform the duties prescribed, from time to time, by the Board.
Only one office may be held by the same person at any one time.
5.2. Executive Committee. The Officers shall lead the Board in decision making, set
the agenda for meetings, recommend annual Goals, and provide oversight and guidance to
committees.
5.3. Election and Term of Office. The officers of the Board shall be elected annually
by the Board at the Annual Meeting. If for any reason the election of officers shall not be held at
such meeting, such election shall be held as soon thereafter as conveniently may be. New offices
may be created and filled at any meeting of the Board. Each officer of the Board shall hold office
until the next Annual Meeting and until his or her successor has been elected. The Chair may not
serve more than two consecutive terms. However, for good cause, as determined by the Board
Recruitment Committee and approved by the Board, this term limitation may be waived for a
Chair whose contribution or participation will be difficult or impossible to replace.
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5.4. Removal. Any officer elected or appointed by the Board may be removed by the
affirmative vote of three-fourths of all Members, whenever in their judgment the best interests of
the Board would be served thereby.
5.5 Vacancies. A vacancy in any office because of death, resignation, removal,
disqualification or otherwise, may be filled by the existing Board for the unexpired portion of the
remaining term.
5.6 Chair. The Chair shall be the principal executive officer of the Board and shall in
general supervise all of the business and affairs of the Board. The Chair shall conduct all
meetings of the Board and the Executive Committee consistent with Roberts Rules of Order, or
another method of facilitating decision making adopted by the Board. In general, the Chair shall
perform all duties incidental to the office of Chair and such other duties as may be prescribed by
the Board from time to time. The Chair shall serve as the primary liaison between the Members
and the City of Aspen.
5.7 Vice-Chair. The Vice-Chair shall be the secondary executive officer of the Board
and, in the Chair’s absence, shall in general supervise all of the business and affairs of the Board.
In general, the Vice-Chair shall perform all duties incidental to the office of Vice-Chair and such
other duties as may be prescribed by the Chair or the Board from time to time.
5.8 Treasurer. The Treasurer shall be the chief financial officer of the Board. The
Treasurer shall (i) have charge of the funds, receipts and disbursements of the Board (ii) be
responsible for deposits in and withdrawals from the depositories of the Board, (iii) shall render
an account of the financial condition of the Board and of transactions, and (iv) in general perform
all duties incidental to the office of Treasurer and such other duties as may be prescribed by the
Chair or the Board from time to time.
5.9 Secretary. The Secretary shall (i) keep the minutes of the meetings of the Board;
(ii) see that notices are duly given in accordance with the provisions of these By-Laws; (iii)
maintain contact information of each Member, including mailing address and email address, and
(iv) in general perform all duties incidental to the office of Secretary and such other duties as
from time to time may be assigned by the Chair or by the Board.
6. COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD:
6.1 Committees. The Board, by resolution adopted by a majority of the Members,
may designate and appoint one or more acting committees, each of which shall consist of two or
more Members, which committees, to the extent provided in the resolution, shall have: the
designation thereto of authority of any such committee; provided, however, such delegation shall
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not operate to relieve the Board, or any individual Member of any responsibility imposed by the
By-Laws or law.
6.2. Permanent Standing Committees. The Board shall at all times have and maintain
the following committees with the following basic responsibilities:
6.2.1 Executive Committee. The Board shall have and maintain an Executive
Committee as more particularly described in Section 4.2.
6.2.2 Board Recruitment Committee. The Board Recruitment Committee shall
consist of at least two Members appointed by the Board, to identify and recommend
potential new Board members.
6.3. Other Committees. Other committees may be appointed in such manner as may
be designated by a resolution adopted by a majority of the Board present at a meeting in which a
quorum is present. Any Member of a committee may be removed by the Board whenever, in
their judgment, the best interests of the Board shall be served by such removal.
6.4: Removal. Any Member of a committee may be removed from a committee by the
affirmative vote of three-fourths of all Members, whenever in their judgment the best interests of
the Board would be served thereby.
6.5. Term of Office. There are no term limits for committee membership.
6.6. Committee Heads. Each committee shall have a chairperson.
6.7. Vacancies. Vacancies in the membership of any committee may be filled by
appointments made in the same manner as provided in the case of the original selections.
7. EXECUTION OF INSTRUMENTS; CHECKS AND ENDORSEMENTS; AND DEPOSITS
7.1. Execution of Instruments. Only the Chair of the Board, or the Vice Chair in the
Chair’s absence, has the authority to sign contracts, endorsements or any other documents on
behalf of the Board. Only the Chair or the Treasurer may sign checks and deposits on behalf of
the Board.
8. BOOKS, RECORDS AND BANK ACCOUNTS:
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8.1 Books and Records. The Board shall keep correct and complete books and records
of account and shall keep minutes of the Board meetings, as well as a record containing the
names and contact information of all Members, including mailing addresses and email addresses.
8.2 Bank Accounts. The Board may maintain one or more accounts, including, without
limitation, checking, cash management, money market or investment accounts, in such banks or
other financial institutions as the Board may select. All amounts deposited by or on behalf of the
Board in those accounts shall be and remain the property of the Board. Deposits and withdrawals
from such accounts shall be made by the Treasurer or signatories designated by the Board.
9. AMENDMENTS TO BY-LAWS:
9.1 Amendment. These By-Laws may be altered, amended or repealed and new By-
Laws may be adopted by an affirmative vote of three-fourths of all Members, if at least ten days’
written notice is given of intention to alter, amend or repeal or to adopt new By-Laws at a
meeting.
10. STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION:
10.1 Notwithstanding any provision of these Bylaws, the Board shall not discriminate against
any director, officer, employee, applicant, or participant on the basis of sex, race, color, sexual
orientation, ethnicity or national origin.
THE UNDERSIGNED, being the at least a three-fourths (3/4) majority of the current Members,
hereby certify that they have, pursuant to Colorado law and other authority, adopted the foregoing By-
Laws as and for the By-Laws of the Board.
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Board/Commission Application-Submission#7519
Date Submitted:1/30/2019
Instructions:
Please submit your application along with a resume to the City Clerk's office. Interviews for board/commission openings
will be held in January and June. Please check the residency and age requirements for the various boards.
Name*
Harris Berlinsky
Street Address*
Mailing Address
Phone* Email*
Board or commission for which application is made*
rAspen Next Generation Advisory Commission"v
For Aspen Next Gen Advisory Board Applicants:Must be
18 to 40 years old who live or work in Aspen
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1 desire the appointment for the following reasons:*
Next Gen Advisory Board,
I have wanted to move to Aspen since first visiting here in 2002 and finally realized that dream in March 2018.Since arriving
in Aspen,two things have surpassed my wildest expectations. First,the weather is incredible year-round.Second,and most
importantly,the people.In less than one year since arriving,my fiancb and I have built close relationships with so many
friends and colleagues.We talk about how amazing the people are here almost every day.
I have also been extremely lucky in continuing my career in Aspen.Quitting a job I loved in my hometown to move to Aspen
was only made possible because of a once-in-a-lifetime career opportunity. Not everyone who wants to move to,or continue
living in,Aspen are that lucky.And that is very unfortunate. It shouldn't take that type of luck for people who want to be here.
But the reality of housing and living costs in Aspen make that very challenging,especially for young people.
Now that my fiancL6 and I live here,we will never live anywhere else.1 feel a great amount of responsibility to help improve a
place that I love and has been so great to me.That is why I want to join the Next Gen Advisory Board.
Thank you,
Harris
Resume*
Harris Berlinsky Resume.pdf
Please Add File here.
Electronic Signature Agreement
By checking the"I agree"box below,you agree and acknowledge that 1)your application will not be signed in the sense
of a traditional paper document,2)by signing in this alternate manner,you authorize your electronic signature to be
valid and binding upon you to the same force and effect as a handwritten signature,and 3)you may still be required to
provide a traditional signature at a later date.
I agree
Electronic Signature*
Harris S Bertinsky
What do you know about the Aspen Historic Preservation Commission or Planning&Zoning Commission?
What interests you about serving on this commission?
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What is your understanding of the public process related to community planning and/or the designation of historic
properties?
What are your skills or knowledge that will help improve the commission?
What is your general philosophy on the Aspen Area Community Plan?
This is a volunteer position that sometimes requires a lot of time and there is no compensation,how will you be able to commit
to this?
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Harris Berlinsky
Professional Experience
HayMax Capital,Aspen,CO March 2018—Present
Vice President
Manage all aspects of new real estate developments from land acquisition through construction completion
and operational commencement, including overseeing architects, engineers,planners,and all consultants and
contractors
Analyze new real estate investment opportunities across a variety of asset types including hotel, luxury
residential, multifamily,and retail
Secure entitlements for real estate development projects by working with city staff,elected officials,and
consultants
Raise capital across all levels of the capital stack for real estate investments from institutions and high net
worth individuals
LEM Capital,Philadelphia, PA January 2012—March 2018
Vice President
Oversaw operational strategies for more than 50 multifamily,hotel,and retail assets which generated$250
million per year in revenue and were valued at$2 billion
Managed more than $100 million in capital improvements including approving all major design decisions,
negotiating contracts with contractors and vendors,and approving capital draw funding
Analyzed budgets,financial statements,property valuations,refinance and disposition opportunities,and
other portfolio management functions for all assets
Reported and presented to fund investors which include endowments,pension plans, and high net worth
individuals
Conducted regular site visits throughout the United States to evaluate onsite staff and the physical condition
of the properties
TD Bank,Philadelphia, PA February 2010—December 2011
Analyst
Performed financial statement analysis for existing and potential borrowers for lending facilities from$1
million to$25 million
Analyzed business plans for companies in a wide variety of industries
Conducted due diligence and met with executive teams of existing and potential borrowers
Presented recommendations to approving committee
Completed Credit Analyst Training Program
Education
LeBow College of Business at Drexel University,Philadelphia,PA
Bachelor of Business Administration,Class of 2009
Concentration in Finance
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Linda Manning
From: noreply@civicplus.com
Sent: Friday, February 8, 2019 5:52 PM
To: City Clerk
Subject: Online Form Submittal: Board/Commission Application
Board / Commission Application
Instructions:
Please submit your application along with a resume to the City Clerk's office.
Interviews for board/commission openings will be held in January and June. Please
check the residency and age requirements for the various boards.
Name Leah Boucher
Street Address
Mailing Address
Phone
Email
Board or commission for Aspen Next Generation Advisory Commission"
which application is made
I desire the appointment for I believe I would be an asset to this commission for several
the following reasons: reason: 1) 1 am a millennial (age 33), 2) 1 have lived in Aspen
for nearly 9 years and understand the community strengths and
challenges, particularly within my generation, 3) 1 have a
passion, interest and growing background in community
service, government and politics, 4) 1 have leadership
experience both at my job where I manage a small marketing
team and as a board member of Marshall Direct Fund.
Resume Resume.gdf
Electronic Signature I agree
Agreement
Electronic Signature Leah Boucher
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Leah Boucher
EXPERIENCE SKILLS.
Ski.com,Aspen, CO — Dir. of SEO&Content on-Page SEO
NOVEMBER 2016-PRESENT Technical SEO
Administered strategy and production of all earned media tactics,
On-Page HTML&Design
including on-page and technical SEO,content marketing,email
messaging and marketing, product marketing,brand story and Google Analytics
messaging and social media for Ski.com and 30+owned websites. Google Search Console
Improved overall Organic Traffic by 223%(since 2013). AP Style
Discovered content gaps specific to audience segments;designed and Team Management
produced landing pages with topic-focused content and relevant CTAS
and executed a strategy to capture this new market set utilizing SEO,Brand Communication
organic and paid social media,PR and Paid Search.These pages have Strategy
contributed an additional TK since their inception. Inbound Strategy
Developed and implemented a strategy around improving page rank of Professional Writer&Editor
high-converting/high-value pages.This page set has since enjoyed an
increase of$1.5 million in e-Commerce.
Wordpress
Silverpop- IBM Watson
Ski.com,Aspen, CO — ContentManager Marketing Automation
APRIL 2013-NOVEMBER 2016 MailChimp
Produced targeted,SEO-optimized product and brand content and
associated landing pages for Ski.com and 30+owned websites.
EDUCATION
Increased number of rankings by 667 on Page 1 of Google Search Engine
Result Pages.
Northeastern University,
Created,produced and optimized nearly Soo SEO-rich blog posts. Boston,MA—Bachelor's
Degree
Storm Mountain Media, Niwot, CO —Associate Editor AUGUST 2004-DECEMBER 2008
MAY 2011 - APRIL 2012
journalism major,dual minor
Edited,curated and produced print and web content for Freeskier
in art and political science.
Magazine.
Major editing and fact-checking contributions:Buyer's Guide 2011 and PROJECTS
the premier Backcountry Guide 2011
Authored print pieces:Company Callout for Icelantic Skis,4bi9 Films and
Marshall Direct Fund
Board member,marketing
4FRNTskis.chairman
Authored digital pieces:https://freeskier.com/author/leahfiels86 Nonprofit focused on primary
education and vocational
training in Pakistan.
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The Dancing Bear
Aspen, CO: May 2013 -February 2014
Worked for the concierge team to ensure all client activities were streamlined and coordinated
The Wild Fig
Sous-Chef)Aspen, CO: June 2011 -March 2013
Assisted the chef with maintaining a concise menu;creating an organized mise-en-place before restaurant
was open for dinner to ensure service ran smoothly
Preparing dishes with a high attention to detail in an efficient manner
Bilingual communication with various colleagues to ensure precision during service
Clean Water Action (nonprofit organization)
Minneapolis,MN:November 2008-April 2010 hU://www.cleanwateraction.org/mn
Through canvassing and project management,I was able to directly support and contribute to the progress
of several CWA initiatives
Critical to the success of the following campaigns:
Clean Energy Economy(Kerry-Boxer Bill)
Children's Safe Products Act(HB 4763-4769)for the state of Michigan
SANGONeT
Johannesburg, South Africa: January 2008-July 2008 hU://www.ngol2ulse.org/
Worked as an intern for two branches of the NGO;one of the few South African non-governmental
organizations that uses a media platform as a networking device in the development sector.
Worked closely with the website manager to prepare the weekly online newsletter by searching for local
international news flashes pertaining to the nonprofit sector
This was achieved by attending conferences and summits in relation to high profile stories that we wanted
to feature as editorials in the newsletter
SANGOTeCH(Information Communication Technology subdivision of SANGONeT&TechSoup)-
httR://www.techsounglobal.org/network/southafrica
Given weekly.assignments of written profiles on different organizations that used heavily discounted
Microsoft software&Cisco hardware.
Engaged in personal follow-ups with executives of these non-profits one year after they purchased this
ICT-technology.
Subsequently wrote summaries on organizations ICT progress and restructured work environment in
relation to efficient computer software purchases
My written reports were then sent to back to Microsoft and Cisco as an annual progress report
Additional Skills:
Proficient in Spanish&Italian languages
Private chef availability for parties upon request
References:
Andy Davies-Cradle to Career Director for Aspen Community Foundation/Assistant Head of School
Aspen Country Day School)/ Director of Academics at Aspen Valley Ski& Snowboard Club;
adavies(@teamaysc.org/970.404.2111
Dr. Marcus Blue DDS -Blue Periodontics; info(@perioblue.com/970.927.1004
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Board/Commission Application-Submission#7636
Date Submitted:2/8/2019
Instructions:
Please submit your application along with a resume to the City Clerk's office. Interviews for board/commission openings
will be held in January and June. Please check the residency and age requirements for the various boards.
Name*
Stephanie Janigo
Sheet Address*
Mailing Address
Phone* Email*
Board or commission for which application is made*
Aspen Next Generation Advisory Commission"v
For Aspen Next Gen Advisory Board Applicants:Must be
18 to 40 years old who live or work in Aspen
I desire the appointment for the following reasons:*
To be a voice to advocate and create conversations and change around the needs of the next generation to insure Aspen will
continue to prosper for the long term.
Resume*
StephanieJanigoResume.pdf
Please Add File here.
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Electronic Signature Agreement
By checking the"I agree"box below,you agree and acknowledge that 1)your application will not be signed in the sense
of a traditional paper document,2)by signing in this alternate manner,you authorize your electronic signature to be
valid and binding upon you to the same force and effect as a handwritten signature,and 3)you may still be required to
provide a traditional signature at a later date.
p I agree
Electronic Signature*
Stephanie M.Janigo
What do you know about the Aspen Historic Preservation Commission or Planning&Zoning Commission?
What interests you about serving on this commission?
What is your understanding of the public process related to community planning and/or the designation of historic
properties?
What are your skills or knowledge that will help improve the commission?
What is your general philosophy on the Aspen Area Community Plan?
This is a volunteer position that sometimes requires a lot of time and there is no compensation,how will'you be able to commit
to this?
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STEPHANIE M. JANIGO
OBJECTIVE
With a B. S in Community Health,an entrepreneurial spirit and extensive experience in marketing,social media,event marketing,content creation
and communications;I want to create a viable partnership,where as a trusted and valuable asset,I am to both enhance your team and my
professional experience.
WORK EXPERIENCE
CEO/Co-Founder Messenger Aspen
Aspen 411 LLC-Marketing and Promotions Agency-426 E.Main St,Aspen,CO
1112olS-Current
Discovered a need in Aspen and created a business which provided an effective and profitable solution.We are continuously evaluating,
researching and adapting to keep the business relevant and competitive.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Create and execute
internal and external communications&digital strategy across all channels;Event Marketing&Activation;Social Media Strategy&Execution;
Manage PR agency;Manage Social Media content strategy,creation&distribution;Brand Strategy;Strategic Media Relationships with key print,
radio,and television partners.
Co-Owner/Co-Founder Grotto Aspen
Grotto Aspen-Nightclub-SIS E.Hopkins St,Aspen,CO
5/2o18-9/2o18
Created a nightclub in a joint venture with a NY company to activate their Aspen location.Used market research to design a club addressed the
local needs of the community while creating an economically viable business plan.Responsibilities included but were not limited to:Branding,
concept curation and physical build out;Booking and managing talent;Planning and executing media operations&logistics onsite;Managing&
organizing strategy for onsite PR staff;Event specific announcements,releases&messaging;Creation,translation&distribution of media kit;
Hiring,training and managing staff;Overseeing financials;Creating promotional strategy.
Bartender
The Pub-Chamonix,France
12/2012-11/2014
Skillfully anticipated,identified,and fulfilled customer needs.Accurately balanced cash register at all times.Assessed client demeanor and
identified when to call behavior to attention of management.Communicated creatively and patiently with people when a language barrier was
present.Trained new staff.
Caretaker
DSHS:Department of Developmental Disabilities-Bellingham, WA
2007-2012
Provided supervision to a young man affected with autism.Ensured all Client's needs were met while following a detailed itinerary.Supported
client's growth academically and socially.
Co-Founder Advocates for Sexual Knowledge(A.S.K.)
Mt.Baker Planned Parenthood-Bellingham, WA
2004-2oo6
Collaborated to create the A.S. K.program that advocates the importance of age appropriate sexual education.Presented at fundraisers and
advocacy campaigns in support of statewide comprehensive sex-education.Lobbied state legislators.Developed a comprehensive age
appropriate sex-education curriculum for public school use.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Team building -Brand strategy-Agency management including advertising,creative,public relations,experiential marketing,research and field
marketing-New business development -Maximizing promotional opportunities -Driving consumer awareness and engagement-Program
Evaluation&Research Design-Project Management and Implementation
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
NextGen Council 2018
Our Community Listens 2017
Aspen Entrepreneurs Cohort 2o16
AIDS Project Los Angeles,Capacity Building Internship 2012
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Community Health-Communications and Social Marketing Specialty
Western Washington University-Bellingham,WA
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MEMORANDUM
TO:Mayor and City Council
FROM:Sara Ott, Interim City Manager
DATE:July 11, 2019
RE:Retreat Follow Up Discussion
SUMMARY: This work session is intended to respond to City Councilmembers requested
additional information regarding transportation Additionally, staff has requested further
feedback on an affordable housing policy framework to advance Council’s desire to
address several policy issues.
Transportation staff will present Council with an overview of the public transit programs
offered through the City of Aspen and partner agencies. Then staff will present an update
on the progress on implementation and next steps for the Short-Range Transit Plan. Your
feedback will be valuable for 2020 Budget development.
Second, the affordable housing framework will be presented for Council’s feedback and
to outline any next steps.
BACKGROUND: City Council held its bi-annual retreat on July 1 & 2, 2019. During
that discussion, Council identified several areas for refinement and direction. In
summary, these areas include:
Protecting our Environment
1. Solid waste
2. Storm water funding
3. Building energy efficiency
Smart, Customer-Focused Government
4. Council v. board decision making in land use
5. Land use code amendments
Economic Vitality
6. Child care capacity expansion
7. Local business support
Fiscal Health
8. Addressing VRBO and Internet Tax Implications
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Safe and Lived-In Community
9. Housing – many policy areas and getting agreement on a framework
Community Engagement
10.Engagement planning as an organization trying to get information to and from
people
11.Engagement of neighbors, friends, etc with each other.
These areas are overlaid with a charge to ensure a presence in state and federal policy
making that affect Aspen.
A full retreat report will be prepared by the facilitator and distributed to Council as soon
as it is submitted.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: This memo is information only to provide context for the
retreat follow up conversation.
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MEMORANDUM
TO:Mayor and City Council
FROM:John Krueger, Lynn Rumbaugh, Transportation
THROUGH:Trish Aragon, PE, City Engineer
Scott Miller, Public Works Director, Interim Assistant City Manager
MEETING DATE:July 15, 2019
RE:Short-Range Transit Plan Update
SUMMARY:
The following memo and attachment are provided as an update on the City of Aspen Short-
Range Transit/Transportation Demand Management Plan (SRTP). No formal decision is
requested of Council at this time. However, Council input will guide the direction of the City’s
2020 proposed Transportation budget and/or Long-Range Plan (LRP).
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION:
In February 2017, City Council approved an agreement accepting a Federal Transit
Administration Grant for the development of a Short-Range Transit/TDM Plan.
In May 2017, Council approved a contract with Fehr & Peers to guide the SRTP process.
In February of 2018, Aspen City Council approved the Short-Range Transit/TDM Plan.
BACKGROUND:
The current Short-Range Transit Plan evaluates the efficiency and quality of Aspen’s
transportation programs and services. It includes an analysis of current transit services as well as
recommendations for alternatives to both fixed route transit and other emerging mobility options.
In addition, the plan includes a focus on Transportation Demand Management (TDM) strategies
intended to address the goal of keeping traffic at or below 1993 levels. The SRTP project
included an evaluation of existing conditions, a review of peer and non-peer communities and a
robust outreach effort.
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The final report and recommended plan were adopted by Aspen City Council in February of
2018. An SRTP Executive Summary is included as Attachment A. Copies of the full report are
available upon request and may also be found online here.
Since the SRTP’s adoption, a number of approved projects are either underway or complete:
PRIORITY ITEMS UNDERWAY/COMPLETE
ITEM ESTIMATED COST NOTES
Expand summer transit
service schedule through
September.
$81,188.00 Completed in 2018. Continuing in
2019 and out years as an ongoing
service.
Expand Car To Go program
with electric vehicle (EV).
$60,000.00 Electric Vehicle purchased, charger
installed. EV to be operational in
2019.
Expand TOP employer
outreach program.
$25,000.00 Completed in 2018. Continuing in
2019.
Explore partnerships with
national carshare
organizations
N/A Completed in 2018. Will continue as
applicable.
Research trip reduction
ordinances.
N/A Completed in 2018. No action taken.
Apply for grants for
additional transit vehicles.
Variable, dependent on
grant award
New full size and shuttle vehicle
grants and delivery complete.
Battery electric bus procurement to
be complete in 2019.
Develop an
ordinance/management plan
for dockless mobility.
$25,000.00 Underway
Additional amenities at the
Brush Creek Park & Ride
$4-million in FLAP
grant and EOTC
funding
Underway
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DISCUSSION:
Remaining 2019 and 2020 Approved Priority Items
The following items were identified as 2019 and 2020 priorities. However, these items are not
yet reflected in the Transportation Fund/Budget or work plan.
REMAINING PRIORITY ITEMS
ITEM ESTIMATED COST NOTES
Define an operations model
for on-demand service.
N/A Determine service goals and
priorities, fare structure,
public/private options.
Define and market a mobile
trip planning/rewards app.
TBD Grant request has been submitted for
this purpose.
Expand the Emergency Ride
Home program.
TBD Define parameters, operations
model, funding capacity.
Increase carpool incentives.TBD Review priority parking, permitting
options and other incentives,
determine funding capacity and
operations model.
Provide peak period 10-
minute service on the Castle/
Maroon and Hunter Creek
routes.
Estimated operating
cost $429,500
May require purchase of 1-2
additional buses.
Replace spring/fall late night
service with on-demand.
Cost savings of
$121,500.00
Define operations model per above
prior to implementation.
Replace low-productivity
fixed route service with on-
demand service
TBD Define operations model per above
prior to implementation.
Additional Items to Consider
The following items were not identified as high-priority during the SRTP process, but may be of
interest to City Council moving forward.
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ADDITIONAL ITEMS TO CONSIDER
ITEM ESTIMATED COST NOTES
Dog-friendly transit services TBD Emerged as a priority during the
SHIFT process. Note that
Downtowner service is currently
dog-friendly.
Direct service between the
Brush Creek Park & Ride and
the Castle/Maroon corridor
TBD Emerged as a priority during the
SHIFT process.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
Financial implications of previously defined priority items are shown above.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends continuing with the approved priority items per Council direction.
ALTERNATIVES:
Council may reconsider and/or make changes to the priority items.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: Executive Summary, Short-Range Transit/TDM Plan
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518 17th Street, Suite 1100
Denver, CO 80202
303.296.4300
Prepared by City of Aspen Short-
Range Transit Plan
January 2018In collaboration with:
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Aspen Short-Range Transit Plan
January 2018
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Executive Summary
Study purpose
The Short-Range Transit Plan (SRTP) evaluates the efficiency, breadth and quality of service for Aspen’s
transportation services. This plan includes a typical analysis of current transit service productivity as well as
recommendations for alternatives to both the fixed route transit system and other emerging mobility
options that will effectively complement traditional and existing transit service. In addition, this plan also
includes recommendations that complement transit service and non-SOV mobility in general, focusing on
transportation demand management strategies and other city programs and investments. The study is
intended to address the City’s goals to reduce congestion and single occupancy vehicle trips, maintain the
quality of life in Aspen and be stewards of the environment. The City completed its last SRTP in 2009.
System at a glance
The City of Aspen has a very robust and successful public transit system, with ridership approaching 1.5
million passengers per year. Aspen’s transit system provides residents and visitors to Aspen with convenient
transit options, with transit frequencies as low as 10 minutes on some routes for the bulk of the day. The
system has broad geographic coverage and long service spans, with most routes starting early in the
morning and ending after midnight. The system ties directly into the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority
(RFTA) long-haul routes serving population centers in the Roaring Fork and Colorado River Valleys. The
introduction of bus rapid transit in 2013, the shifting of Aspen’s workforce population down valley towards
Glenwood Springs/other communities west of Aspen, and the investment in workforce
housing/transportation demand management within the City have all contributed to growth in ridership on
Aspen routes over the past several years. Aspen has expanded routes where appropriate to meet this
increased demand.
Recommendations
Recommendations were made as a part of this plan based on peer reviews, national best practices, public
and stakeholder outreach and an existing conditions analysis. These recommendations fall under seven
categories: transit, on-demand, driving, bicycle/pedestrian, parking, technology, and TDM. The high priority
recommendations are listed as follows, as interactive links in the PDF to respective sections in the report
with additional detail. The lower priority improvements are located in a table in Appendix D.
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2 Aspen Short-Range Transit Plan
Transit-related Recommendations
Proposed transit recommendations reduce single occupancy vehicle trips by making transit more
convenient and focusing on the two strengths of the existing system: 1) increasing frequency on core routes
and, 2) expanding the existing on-demand services where fixed-route options are less efficient. The high
priority recommendations are:
• Operate Castle/Maroon route frequency at 10-minute service from 7 AM to 7 PM, reducing hours of
Aspen-Highlands Direct service (summer and winter)
• Operate Hunter Creek route at 10-minute frequency over a 12-hour service day (summer and winter)
• Combine Crosstown and Mountain Valley Dial-a-Ride routes and supplement area outside modified
service area with on-demand service
• Extend summer service levels to end of September
• Replace late night service with on-demand service in spring and fall after 7 PM
On-Demand-related Recommendations
On-demand recommendations identify opportunities for adding transportation services that are user-
oriented and flexible in scheduling and routing in order to accommodate pick-up/drop-off locations and
departure times based on passenger needs. The high priority recommendations under this category are:
• Explore partnerships with additional on-demand providers (including RFTA) and define operational
model
• Provide an on-demand service as ‘first/last mile’ solution
Driving-related Recommendations
High priority driving-related recommendations include partnerships, programs and policies related to
passenger vehicles, ranging from car share to autonomous vehicles to electric vehicles. These
recommendations are as follows:
• Grow the CAR TO GO program
• Car share: Explore partnerships with national car share operators
• Autonomous vehicles: Adopt new city policies to maximize benefits of autonomous vehicles
• Explore public-private partnerships with carpool ride-matching app developers
• Create an electronic permitting process for carpoolers
Bicycle and Pedestrian-related Recommendations
The high priority recommendation for biking and walking in Aspen builds off previous planning efforts.
This recommendation is to:
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January 2018
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• Implement top priority pedestrian and bicycle projects as identified in the Aspen Bicycle and
Pedestrian Master Plan
Technology-related Recommendations
Technology is playing an increasingly greater role in transportation, as Transportation-as-a-Service, trip-
planning apps, and real time data becomes more prevalent. Below is the technology-related high priority
recommendation:
• Market a mobile trip planning app that includes transportation options, travel time, wait time, cost
and integrated payment
Parking-related Recommendations
Recommendations related to parking are related to no parking zones, parking fees and intercept parking
lots. These high priority recommendations are as follows:
• Expand no parking zones
• Increase parking fee in downtown
• Provide additional amenities and services at Brush Creek Intercept Lot
TDM-related Recommendations
Transportation Demand Management includes strategies and policies to reduce reliance on single
occupancy vehicles. The high priority strategies under this category are:
• Grow the TOP program
• Provide a trip reduction ordinance
• Expand the Emergency Ride Home program
• Implement peak demand parking pricing
• Work closely with schools to reduce SOV
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MEMORANDUM
TO:Mayor and City Council
FROM:Sara Ott, Interim City Manager
DATE:June 28, 2019
RE:Affordable Housing Framework Recommendation
SUMMARY: This memorandum presents a possible framework for approaching several
matters of the City Council related to affordable housing.
BACKGROUND: On June 11, 2019 City Council took an in depth look at the currently
scheduled housing development projects and conducted a round table discussion
regarding affordable housing viewpoints. In that conversation a wide range of housing
policy, financing, and operating matters were raised, including, but not limited to:
1. Energy management mandates for new construction
2. Capital reserves
3. Home owner association relations
4. Expiration of deed restrictions
5. Cash funding v. borrowing
6. Future land use acquisition
7. Desired/demanded unit mix by category and bedroom count
8. Density
9. At-risk/special needs population housing
10.Downsizing incentives
11.Development mitigation rates
12.Development mitigation exemptions
13.Repair/replacement of aging or deteriorating city-owned and private deed
restricted rental units
14.Desire for senior care facilities
15.Exploration of new partnerships
16.Unit construction methods – modular/stick/new methods
17.Housing inventory system modernization and data
18.Fee in lieu rates
City staff committed to bringing to Council a possible framework for orchestrating and
prioritizing these policy matters for Council consideration.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:At a high level, I recommend City Council consider
advancing housing with a three-pronged approach.
#1: Use the City’s Finance Advisory Board: The common element in each policy
direction is funding. Refer an in-depth review of housing revenues, debt considerations,
long range financial planning and coordination with the City’s financial advisors to the
City’s Finance Advisory Board (FAB).
The Board has been inactive for several years, however, its members are highly skilled
financial executives in our community. The FAB could be charged with working with staff
and reporting to City Council with an analysis on debt financing v. cash funding, advise
staff on assumptions related to revenue constraints and opportunities, and aid in
developing a robust financial plan for implementation of Council’s policy priorities.
#2: Continue Advancing Development of New Housing in the Pipeline: Utilize city
staff and consultant teams to advance community engagement, design and entitlement
processes, and construction for projects which have already begun. Also, seek site
evaluations for potential new projects, and evaluation of aging rental units. Focus should
continue on Truscott II, Burlingame III, Lumberyard, Water Place and the Aspen Housing
Partnership sites. Staff would report regularly on the progress.
#3: Prioritize City Council’s Initial Policy Time:Consider focusing on mitigation,
energy management mandates and density questions that are significantly within City
Council’s purview. Secondly, identify topics that the Council would like to request
APCHA’s new board to evaluate as part of APCHA’s 2020 workplan. These might include
the at-risk/special needs evaluation, home owner association relationships, downsizing
incentives, and housing inventory modernization. Third, identify one or two issues that
could be advanced through coordination with partner(s). Once the policy areas are
prioritized, Council can direct staff to prepare more detailed information and options in
approaching these policy decisions and community member involvement.
Overall, this approach creates a more clearly defined roadmap for your decision making
and provides the Council an alternative to reach consensus on how to approach housing
priorities for the community. Your feedback is desired.
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