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HomeMy WebLinkAboutminutes.council.19600125 Special Meeting Aspen, Colorado Aspen City Comucil January 2~, 1960 Meeting called to order, by~ Mayor GariSh with Councilmen Beyer, Bra'mu, Anderson and James and Attorney Stewart present. Reading of the minutes for the: previous meeting was postponed ~ti! the next regular meeting. Mr. Tenbrook from the Tenbrook Garage and Louis Sparovic were present. ME. Tenbrook came to Police discuss matter ofnew police car, stating he did not feel that the present car could run for t~.~o years Cax' economically. He repeated his offer of $700,00 ~.rlth trade,in of present car, and said he wou2d give a 20,000 mile warranty, the same as a,facto~y warranty, which does not cover minor repairs like ignition points. It was decided that further bids could not be obtained as his bid had already been advertised, and definite decision was postponed until next regular meeting. The East Aspen Patent, and John Herron's claim were discussed, and it was decided that litigation East Aspe~ is between Herron ~nd other claimants and Attorney Stewart suggested claimants join together in making Patent Herron prove his position. Mr. Garrish assured Council that no deeds would be signed by him ~ithout the approval of the Council. Mr. Stewart suggested that after Frsnk Delsmey presents his stuff, simultaneously with filing of action - City should file to establish polital status. It was also suggested that each claimant should bring in survey of the land he claims. Mr. Stewart will contact Mr. Delaney and t~y to speed things up. Regarding check for $71~.h9 Mr. Herron sent to City, it was decided to return check to him Check from , and Clerk was instructed to accept no checks in connection ~lth Fast Aspen Patent before referring J. Herron them to Mr. Stewart~s office. , Bill Beyer inquired about the test of the well on the Haerdle property and this will be considered further. Slim Anderson reported that the Mill Square property would park about 15 cars and would cost about $1000.00 to improve~ Property behind the B~ue Spruce and lots o~med by Mr, Rubey were discussed in connection with well drilling and parking space. Fred Braun snnounced the members of the Board of Adjustment, Bishop, Kalmes, Glidde~Dunaway and Braun. Committee to be approved at next regular meeting. Mr. Stewart informed Council that the Board of Adjustment had gr~uted a temporary variance to Neal Neal Beck Beck for 6 months or until Board can suggest another place for him. to park. Temp Variance Suggestion- appointing City Attorney. Mr. Stewart was given a unanimous vote of confidence and approval of appointment will be made at regular meeting. Clerk to look up fee for Motel Inspector. A letter has been si~ned by Mayor Garrish and sent out ordering 2 Walkie-Talkie~outfits - the City buys one and the County buys one. Suggestion - that City Vehicles be parked at City Hall and that a letter be sent to employees that such vehicles may not be used for private purposes as there is a question of the City's liability. Look into - Blue Cross and Blue Shield for employees. Having %3ater meters read at the same time Electric meters are read. Take this up with Utility Board. PegEing out entrances to Filling Stations to provide more parking.space. ?arking in alleys -especially Mill Square Alley. ~he possibility that Rowland will sell his lots to the City. Uniforms for Police Force - who buys them. ~. Stewart said that funds on deposit in the Pitkin County Bank should be secured, so that secured funds are not depleted. He will take this up v~th the Bm~k. Discussed - Letter from Health Department re Plumbers - Clerk to look up ordinances re Electricians and Plumbers. Discussed - Transfer of Aspen records from Gunnison to Aspen. In regard to letter from Charles E Melbye Associates - Mr. Anderson will foll~ %~. Motion to adjourn - by Andersm~ seconded by Beyer.