HomeMy WebLinkAboutresolution.council.180-23RESOLUTION NO. 180
SERIES OF 2023
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ASPEN CITY COUNCIL DIRECTING THE
CITY MANAGER REGARDING THE EXTENT OF THE BUILDING REMODEL
AND PRIORITIZED PROGRAMMING ASSOCIATED WITH THE REMODEL
AND REUSE PLAN FOR THE ARMORY (130 S. GALENA ST.)
WHEREAS, the city is planning for the future remodel and reuse of the former
city hall (AKA the Armory) building, and,
.WHEREAS, city staff seeks direction on the extent of remodel of the building as well
as what uses should be programmed into the Armory; and,
WHEREAS, City Council reviewed and prioritized the extent of remodel and
conceptual programming of the Armory in work session on November 13, 2023, indicating
the ranking of certain uses previously identified through discussion and public engagement to
guide future program development of the finite space contained within the Armory, and,
WHEREAS, this Resolution confirms direction provided to the City Manager for
advancing the remodel and reuse plans for the Armory.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ASPEN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: Confirmation of Requested Council Direction:
The extent of the building remodel and prioritized programming within it directing
advancement of the remodel and reuse plan are:
1. The present second story should be removed, bringing the building back to its original
two stories above grade.
2. The basis of design should proceed with the existing footprint with no alley addition;
however, an addition may be reconsidered in the future as programmatic needs are
further developed.
3. The prioritized programming, in order, includes Food/ food hall, followed by community
lounge, with support for affordable retail, flex space, and a visitor center. Office space is
not prioritized.
4. Council directs staff to conduct an RFQ process to attempt to identify an operating partner.
Resolution 180-2023
Armory Prioritized Programming
Policy Resolution
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FINALLY, adopted this 28th day of November 2023.
Torre, Mayor
ATTEST:
Nicole Henning, City
ames R True, City Attorney
Resolution 180-2023
Armory Prioritized Programming
Policy Resolution
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