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HomeMy WebLinkAboutminutes.council.19601024 ASPEN~ COLORADO Regular Me___e_ti_ng Aspen City Council October 2~ 1960 The meeting was called-to order by Mayor Garrish at 7:30 pM with Councilmen James, Andersen, Braun and Beyer present, also City AdmiAistrator Wurl and Attorney Stewart. The minutes of the regular meeting of October 3 were read and approved. The Clerk then read the accounts payable of the City and the Electric and Water Departments. A motion was made by Anderson, seconded by Braun, to suspend Rule 19 and pay the bills as read. Carried unanimously. The application of Ivan Abrams, Bruce Polich and Jonathan Vichel for a beer and wine license for Beer & ~ne the restaurant , the Mother Lode, on Hyman Street, was read by Mr. Stewart: letters of recommendation - Lic.for Mother were also read and proof of publication had been received. There were no remonstrances. A motion was Lode made by James seconded by Brauu, that the application for a beer and wine license for the Mother Lode be approved. Carried unanimously. Dave Farney asked if a decision had been reached regarding his request for an adjustment on his Dave Farney water bill due to dirty water at the self service laundry. He was told that this matter had been tabled water rate and was to receive attention. Mr. Farney questioned the method used in laying the waterlines and was told that the initial installation had been under the supervision of the engiueer, Dale Rea. Bill Goodnough who owns the Snowflake Apartments, said the water was flowing off the mountain and Bill Goodnough causing flooding and icing on the street. Mayor Garrish sai~ this situation developed in the County. water flow Wurl will look into this and refer to the Commissioners. Jim Blannin~ inquired abo~t ~heinsta!tation of ctorm.~ ~crs. ~"~.,fw~/l~- Q~*""~/~, ~ ~ Earl Hose said he wished to make application for a strip of land on the river bank behind his property~ Earl Hose Mr. Moore was also present and showed plat he had submitted in connection with the property formerly owned req. for deed. by Deaconess Crowe. Council will look at the strip of land in question and the matter was tabled to determine status of the alley. Hans Cantrup showed plans and model of an apartment building to be built at Galena and Deane.Streets. Hans Cantrup After review and discussion a motion was made by Beyer and seconded by James that a building permit be ~ Bldg 26' high issued to Hans Cantrup for the erection of a building 26' high according to model displayed and plans on file in Building Inspector's office. Approved unanimously. Cantrup asked Council if City would be interested to haul dirt to the Glory Hole for compensation, and was told that this would place the City in competition with private business. The matter of drainage in vicinity of new building will be in- vestigated. George McKinley, President of the ~'irst National Bank of Glenwood Springs) was present on behalf /Natural gas. of Garfield Gas Gathering Co., and outlined the company's history and plans, and asked indulgence of the Council until they can finish their study,in Glenwood Springs and present proposal for the installation of natural gas in Aspen. Mr. Wurl said that Mr. Brown of the Colorado Natural Gas Co. of Rifle would have a survey on gas installation ready for the meeting of November 7. Mr. Porter of the Rocky Mountain Natural Gas Company explained to Council pattern of their proposal and showed map and proposed franchise. Mr. Stewart had conferred with their attorney while in Denver and he made a report to Council on reservations as to existing ordinances and subsequent ordinances con- trolling street cutting and installation. The matter of reserves, rates~ franchise and ordinances was d~- cussed, also legal and P.U.C. aspects. Steve Miller of Grand Junction asked if Council had considered the feasibility of a City owned butane system, and said that such system could be set up on sh~x~notice. Dave Farney said that franchise should be available so that the public could become familiar with it, but, as it would be published as an ordinance after first reading, the Mayor and Council decided to await further information, such as exact provisions, cost of engineering and reserves. Attorney Stewart said that bids on rates could not be accepted, since the cost of installation will affect the rates. It was decided that all propositions should be submitted by December 5, 1960. The Budget for 1961 was then presented by Mr. Wurl. The Dudget for the Electric Department Was 1961 Budget considered and accepted after deletion of information as to predetermined salary increases, with the · pney to be available for possible raises during the year 1961. The Budget for the General Fund was discussed and a resulution to accept the Budget for 1961 was read by Mr. Wurl. ~ ' RESOLUTION i Budget Adopting Budget for the year 1961. ~.~ Resolution Whereas, the City AdministratOr previously designated to prepare the budget has prepared and submitted to the Mayor and City Council the Annual Budqet for the City of Aspen, Colorado, for the ~iscal year beginning January t, 1961, and ending December 31, 1961, and Whereas, the budget as submitted sets forth the f~llowing estimated fiscal data for the year 1961. 1. Revenue and beginning surplus a. Surplus beginning 'o~the year $7~,628.81 b. Anticipated revenue from all sources 347,468.28 2. Expense and closing surplus a. Expenditure requirement 359,668.72 b. Surplus - close of year 61,528.31 3. That the aggregate expenditure requirement be divided respectively ~s follows: a. to the General Fund 163,391.32 b. to the Water Fund 80,580.36 c. to the Electric Fund 115,697.O4 Whereas~ thesssess~valuation of taxable property for the year 1960 in the City of Aspen, as returned by the County Assessor of Pitkin County, Colorado, in the sum of $3,084,390.00. Now, therefore, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Aspen, Colorado,. That the estimated budget expenditure requirement of $359,668.72 is declared to be. the amount of revenue necessary to be raised by t~ax levy and income from other sources, in- cluding surplus at the beginning of the year, to pay the current expenses; and certain in- debtedness, including interest on indebt~duess of the City and to provide a reasonable surplus at the close of the fiscal year beginning January l, 1961, and ending December 31, 1961. Be it further resolved that a tax of Eighteen and eight-tenths (18.8) mills be levied on each dollar ($1.0~) of the assessed valuation of the taxable property in the City of Aspen ~.See correction ** fo? the purpose of raising the sum of $55,519.22, which together with surplus and revenue from Page 52-amount all other sources, is estimated to meet budget expenditure~requirement and to provide a reason- $57,983.53 ~ii!~able closing surplus for the fiscal year beginning January l, l~61, and ending December 31, 1961. ~.. A motion ~as made by Anderson, seconded byoBrau~ to adopt the resolution and to direct the City ~ i Administrator, Mr. Wurl, to file with the ~ity Clerk, the resolution and~a copy of the 1961 budget. ~ Approved unanimously. ~ Ord. No. 9 Ordinance No. 9 - an Ordinance Levying Taxes f~r the Year ~960 in the City of Aspen, Colorado,' Tax Levy was read for the first time by Attorney Stewart. A motion was made by Anderson, seconded by Beyer, that the ordinance be adopted and published. Carried unanimously. Water rate The matter Of requests for adjustment in water rates during the time of the installation of the adjustment ~ waterworks system was discussed, and Mr. Wurl was ins~racted to write to each ~hat no adjustment would be made. Mr. Wurl read a letter regarding the running of an ~ad" in the Aspen Times with refeFence to Sales Tax Amendment No. 5, and the Council agreed ~hat this would be in order. Request for Wurl also read a letter from John Doremus regardin~ the request of Fritz ~enedict for anne4ation annexation to the City of a piece of land in the East End. It was decided that this should be submitted to the Plannirg Fritz Benedict Commission for consideration and then presented to Council. Also discussed, that REA also serves some parts of A~pen and outlying area~. Schhol - Tank- A letter from the School Board was read, requesting permission to'install an underground tank. drains - wall. This was discussed, also the matter of roof drains running into the street, and the retaining wall. Councilman Beyer will look further into~ these matters, Attorney Stewart and Jim Markalunas will handle school liability waiver and conformance to building code if sunken tank is permitted. Mr. Stewart said the Water City mu~t charge for the water use~ by the school 'due to the obligation incurred by the bond issue. Bids - Pump house; Wurl read bids on construction of pump houses. Allied Builde~ - Bob Hurst $4,554.60 for three buildings. John McLaren - ~2,269.00 for each of the three buildings. A motion was made by Beyer, seconded by Braun, to accePt the bid of Allied Builders. Carried un- animously. Parts for pump Wurl asked approval of Council to order necessary parts for outfitting of the pump systems, and system it was rec~o~mmended that representatives be invited to make bids. Repai~ to pipes Regarding repair of ~eaks in pipes outside of City limits, it was decided to map out the areas outside City to divide the expense. Mr. Wurl reported on the progress of the tank, the Waterline in the West End and at the Hospital. More bids are to be submitted on Health and Hospital Insurance. Discussed - Franchise with the Telephone Company. City having pump for gas for equipment. Bids dump truc Council approved calling for bids for a dump truck for the Street Dept. as there is sufficient money in the present budget. Bids to be in by December 5. License renewal = The application of Mead Metcalf for renewal of license for the Crystal Palace was read, and a motion Crystal palace was made by Beyer, seconded by Ander~on~ to~, approve ~he renewal of the liquor license for the Crystal Palace. Carried unanimously. Discussion of the licensing of all businesses was postponed untifthe adjourned meeting] Nugget-withdraw ~ l~tter from the Nugget was read, withdrawing application for a liquor license, which had been license, neither approved nor denied by Council. Meeting adjourned until Thursday, October 27 at 7:30PM. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Garrish at 7:30PM, with Couucilmen James, Anderson, Beyer and Braun, City Attorney Stewart and City Administrator Wurl present. Mayor G~rrish read a letter of appreciation from Mrs. Paepcke for the memorial resolution adopted by Council in memory of the late Walter Paepcke. Councilman Anderson gave a report for the Water Committee. He said they felt that 130 lbs. pressure Breaks- should be maintained as City will want to serve outlying areas. Recent breaks in pipes were discussed, waterlines Mr. Wurl reported that breaks had been caused by digging by Merrill Construction Co. and Nell Beck, and subsequent breaks had occurred due to valves being turned off and pump left running. Bills are to be sent to Merrill and Beck for expenses involved. Mr. Kelly again asked consideration for the new school on the matter of the meter,~as the School Board felt this should not be required. Attorney Stewart advised that so long as the City's obligation School -meter under the Water Bond issue remains, the requirements of the ordinance must apply. Councilman Braun sug- gested that the school have the meter installed and the City would not require them to pay for it until after one~ year. It was also suggested that meter rate be compared with flat rate at the time the general review of rates is made, and an adjustment made so long as it does not conflict with~the ordinance. Mr. Kelly said the meter to be installed would be 2'~. The matter of dry wells for drainage at the school was also discussed. Jim Markalunas said he had School-dry wells reviewed plans and felt that it was the obligation of the contractor to furnish these wells. Mr. Kelly said catch basins had been eliminated because change in grade had required a retaining wall. Councilman Anderson suggested that the street be graded and that the dry wells be installed. Council indicated that the would go along with dry wells in the street with the installation up ~o the school. In the meantime, Mr. Kelly will check to see if the dry wells were actually withdrawn from the plans. Mr. Kelly then inquired about a stop light for a school crossing. Wurl said this would cost $700.00 Stop light installed. Possibility of marking crosswalk was discussed, but Mr. Kelly said he preferred light as more School effective. Kurt Bresnitz said~ if all other possibilities are exhausted he would refer this matter to the Lion's Club, but could not commit them to any action~ Mayor G~rrish will discuss matter Jf having a police- man stationed at crosswalks during times school is dismissed and Warl will look further into matter of light. The lease renewal for Beck and Bishop was discussed, and John Doremus is working on rate. It was sug- Beck & Bishop gested that they pay for heat and that any alterations must have Council approval, lease. Mr. Wurl will look into missin~ skylights under s~dewalks on the south side of the Opera House. The Opera House drain ~t the Opera House was discussed. Wurl said latest bids for remodelling office were $423.00 to remodel present office and $648.00 to Office remodelliDg build out into hall,- from McLaren. Hold for further discussion. Agreement with Bob Marsh on sewer installation to prevent contamination of well was read by Attorney Sewer connectio~ Stewart. It was decided cost would be $575.OO plus $80.00 connection charge, and that no interest would Bob Marsh be charged. Ordinance No. 10, Series 1960 -An Ordinance amending Ordinance'No. 6 Series 1956, relating to Zoning, and land use in the City of Aspen, Colorado, in the following respects: Amend Section lll-R6, Residential District: amend Section no. 1V-T, Tourist Dis$rict; Amend Section V - Business District; Amend Section V1-U Unrestricted District; amend Section Vll - Supplementary Regulations; amend section 1X - Building Ord. No. lO R,view; amend Section X - Board of Adjustment, variances; amend Section X1 -Amendments and special~ pro- Zoning Amendments cedure; amend Section Xll - enforcement; and amend Section XIV - definitions; and repealJ-ug portions of said Ordinance No. 6, Series of 1956, - was read in full by Mr. Wurl and a motion was made by James, seconded by Beyer, to adopt the Ordinance on first reading after striking "and laundry yards" from Page 3 Paragraph A~ Uses Permitted. Carried unanimously. Deeds to railroad land were discussed. Attorney Stewart read a letter from Harry Phillips about City's Railroad land conveyance to the railroad and subsequent conveyance by them,- land conveyed by metes and bounds. Mr. conveyance. Stewart will follow up on right of way for F. W. Anderson and for wellsit~. It was suggested that such right of way be at least 40 ft. wide. A motion was made by Braun and seconded by Beyer, authorizing the execution of deeds~providing acceptable easements are granted from Mill~Street westerly to the City's wellsite~ of conveyance to D and R G Railroad. Carried unanimously. Mr. Stewart referred to gas franchise and this matter was discussed. Mr. Braun suggested that Council- gas franchise men go to Delta or Montrose for further information in places where installation has been made. Mr. Stewart suggested that the companies applying for a frmchise should furnish such information as - what is estimated savings to people, and reserves, also when service would be available, and percentage to the City. Lease for the American Legion to space in City Hall was read and discussed. A motion was made by Lease- American Beyer, seconded by Anderson, to accept the lease. Carried unanimously. Legion False arrest coverage pending. Land around the Glory Hole - Committee is working on this and will refer to dee~s on land involved° Discussed - water overflowing into Hole and contacting Hoagland about this matter. Glory Hole There are no new developments in the Aspen Skating Rink suit. Aspen Skating Rink East Aspen Patent - Attorney Melman is in the Hospital for about three weeks. Mr. Stewart has asked that motion be heard at the end of November or the first of December. East Aspen Patent Stewart has requested the abstracter to track down abstracts on the two lots in Paepcke Park and Abstracts to those claimed by Wieben,- also the matter of the vaCation of East Bleeker Street. lots Research - Lot 45 in Capitol Hill Addition to see if the City owns. Lot 45. Mr. Wurl drew attention to ~ correction to be made in the Resolution Adopting the Budget for the Year 1961, changing the sum to be raised from $55,519.22 to $57,983.53. A motion was made by Anderson, Budget-correction seconded by Beyer, to correct the resolution, and that the motion adopting the~ budget be noted of the correct figure. Carried unanimously. Attorney Stewart is still working on request from Robert G. Ray for a deed. He also spoke to Mr. Kirchner about disposing of stock in power house, ~nd Kirchner suggested furnishing a list of equipment to ASPEN, COLORADO Adjourned Meeting, Aspen City Council October 27, 1960 cont(d. Disposal of to be disposed of as not necessary~ and that would not jeopardize the bond issue. excess stock ~ Mr. Stewart will ~review court decree to see if HenrYs contractu~t~,rights were definitely ex- Water rights tinguished. He also said that Jack Cammack with some other person wishes to lay a water line from the Hendy City limits, and that Paul Wirth and Billie Hanks are als~ interested in a line. He soEgested tha~ they come oo some agreement between themselves and then refer to City. Report on water from wells and desirability of d~illing deeper were discussed. Plat- Annexation Mr. Stewart referred to a copy of a plat ~ound among the City's records, referring to annexation Ut~, to the City of land in the Ute Addition lying West of the Roaring Fork ,and South East of the City. He will research ~further and inquire of the assessor how the land has been assessed. A motion was made by Braun seconded by James~ that the meeting be adjourned. It was suggested that Councilm~--~aun