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HomeMy WebLinkAboutminutes.council.19601121 REGULAR MEETING · ASPEN CITY COUNCIL ASPEN, COLORADO NOVEMBER 21, 19~0 The meeting was called to order by Mayor Garrish at 7:00 Pm. present were Councilmen Braun, Anderson, James and B~yer, City Administrator Wurl and Attorney Stewart. The meetin~ had been called early for discussion of the Beck and Bishop lease. Mayor Garrish read an opinion from A~ttorney Stewart regarding the interest of the Aspen Comoamv in the store Lease . . r ~ ~ property. Albert Bishop and Henry Beck were present. Dlscussmon covered/o~o~er places such as Beck and Bisho' Tom's Market and Stan's Body Shop. Mr. Bishop suggested a rent of $200.00 a month inasmuch as they do their own maintengnce and heating. It was pointed out that the rental would have to compare favorably with simila~ rental properties in Apsen, and Councilman Braun suggested that Beck and Bishop make a proposal, takin~ this into consideration. There will be another meetin~ with them on Dec- ember ~ at 7:00 PM. 'i i The minutes of the regular meeting of November 7 and the special meeting of November lh were !~_2 read and a motion was made by Anderson, ~econded by James, that the minutes be approved. Carried unanimously. E ' The Clerk read the accounts payable of the City, the lectrmc and Water Departments. A motion was made by Knderson, seconded by~Braun~ to suspend Rule 19 and allow the bills as read. Carried unanimously. Bert Bidwell referred to lease of Beck and Bishop, and suggested that rent should be carefully Lease B&B considered as he feels this is a choice location and the City should get highest possible rent. Councilmen Anderson and Beyer will look further into rental comparisons. SkaZing Mrs. Rose Crumpackersaidthe Chamber of Commerce was interested in continuing a free skating rink. Rink-free She said Bob Murri would be willing to have his lots used for this purpose provided he received a relea: e Free of all liability. Discussion followed regarding water and electricity, and school, City and County part- Skating icipation and liability coverage. Mayor Ggrrish suggested that Mr. Kelly, one member of the Chamber of Rink Commerce and a representative from both the City and County confer on t'h~is matter. He appointed Council- man James to represent the City. Mrs. Crumpacker said Bill anderson would like the job of~maintenance of the rink and she~feels that enough donations would be received to cover his compensation. ~Mr. James will arrange for a meeting. Jim Snobble would like same assurance that the street in front of the Nugget will be in good con- Main St. dition for the opening of the lodge. Wurl is to handle. Nugget Natalie Gignoux asked if the City would be willing to. set aside 34 feet in front of Little Percent No Taxi, 318 So. Mill Street, for a taxi stand. A motion was ~ade by Beyer, seconded by James, to authorize Parking area City Administrator to do this and obtain necessary signs for pegging out area. Carrie~unanimously. Little Percent Councilman Beyer asked about removal of signs at Pump and Puff Shop. Wurl will handle. Mr. C. H. Anderson askeH permission to attend Colorado Electrical Municipal Conference fob Committee C.H.Anderson Members at the expense of the Electric Department. A motion was made by Beyer, seoonHed by Braun, author- to attend izing Mr. Anderson to attend this conference at Eletrical Department expense - for a period of three days. Conference. carried unanimously. Mr. Anderson is a committee member. Mr. Kelly, on behalf of the~ new school, asked permission for the removal of barricades from Hallam Barricades to Center, between Hallsm and Bleeker. A motion was made b~James, seconded by B~yer, to approve the at school removal of the barricades. Approved unanimously. Mr. Kelly, Council and Mr. Wurl discussed dry wells and due to present inability to establish grades, Dry wells it was decided that height of overflow pipes should be r~is~d. Distance between wells and building dis- School cussed and it was suggested that they be put near curb. The matter of traffic light on Main Street was discussed and Wurl said the Highway Department re- School quired that the light must meet their specifichtions, and the cost would be about $700.00. A motion was light made by Anderson, seconded by James, approving the installation of a light on Main and Center Sts., cost about $700.00. Unanimously approved. Councilman Braun will contact County ~ommissioners for possible help on this. Mr. Kelly said that water meter would be installed by the School Board, Water Meter New School The ma%ter of Cleveland Street and the alley in the ~icinity of Blocks25 and 26, East Aspen, was then discussed. Mr. Stewart rsferred to 20 ft. strip that had previously been left open. A letter from Mrs. Procter, dated November said that he, Pogliano, and the C~bays, were interested in having the Alley and Clevelaud Street closed. Alley Blks. Mr. Stewart said the question is whether the City should close street or whether it will be needed by City for public accesS, and reference was made to East Aspen Patent map. ~Discussion followed on action to be taken by Council, and Mr. Stewart will bring in plat for further review. The following applications for renewal of liquor licenses were reviewed. Steak Pit Inc. Beer and Wine Golden Horn Rest. Beer,Wine & Liquor Apps. for Trader E~'s Beer, Wine and Liquor Matthew's Drug Store Drug Store License liquor lic. Tenney's 3:2 Beer ~othe~ Lode Rest. Beer and Wine renewal Elk's Club Club License Eagles Club Club License. A motion was made by Braun, seconded by James that each of these ~pplications be approved for re- newal of licenses. Carried unanimously. Administrator Wurl's report. The Chamber of Commerce is interested in lighting program for Christmas, and has asked what City in- tends to do. Also asked if Council will permit placing of trees in streets. Council said they must Christmas clear with the Highway Department as to Route 82. Council indicated approval of having a tree placed lighting at corner of Mill and Cooper near the Park, also in Paepck~a~d decorS%ion of Bell ToQer. City's contri- bution of $2~0.00 discussed and this is to cover new decorations also. Wurl will work wibh the Cham- ber of Commerce on program. Bids on well and booster pumps then opened by Mayor Garrish and read. S and M Supply Co. 2 pumps and Booster Pump - 3 Chlorinators - Installation included- Total Bid $17,723.00 T. C. Koogle and Son #2 Well Pump 800 GPM 3,184~OO 3 Well Pump 1000 GPM 3,886.00 Booster Pump 700 GPM 1,1~.O0 Starters 2,5~2.O0 FOB Aspen - No chlorinators or controls 10,77~.00 Colorado Pmmp and Supply Well #2 800 GPM 3,320.00 Bids Well No. 3 1000 GPM 3,8~0.00 Pumps and Booster Pump lOC-113 GPM 1,104.7~ · Booster I lot controls 1,780.O0 3 Chlorinators ~2,763.00 12,817.75 Goble, Sampson and Smith Controls and Panels 4,288.88 Installation Cost $1,000.00 plus cost of installing power and control lines Pressure reducing valves 965.00 FOB Factory freight allowed to Aspen. Discussed - which would be better- flo-matcher pump or original set-up.' S and M representatives explained part-time winding starter as against reduced voltage. Mr. Smith of Goble, Sampson and Smith explained flo-matcher system and panel controls. Mr. Siekmeier for Colorado Pump and Supply favored part-time winding, and referred to need of slow filling of tank to avoi~ freezing. Council discussed these facts and will consider this further at the adjourned meeting of Nov.28. Mr Wurl reported: Health Insurance - stil~ awaiting further bids. Health Ins. There is no sand spreader available. He has contacted County about salt and will check prices spreader in Grand Junction. Billye Bowman of the Water and Electric Depts. is resigning and Wurl will arrange for replacement. Drain He said Mrs. Willoughb~ at the Bank Building had told him that water from the Eagles Club Building Eagles drains into the alley and freezes. It was suggested that a temporary ditch be made in the alley and Wurl Club will notify her. Put on agenda - resolution that buildings may not drain into public right-of-way. Agenda-drains Mrs. Willoughby also complained bhat cars are pulling in over the sidewalk at south side of Bank. This will be corrected in the Spring when the curb and gutter program~is started. dry wells. Council told Wurl that dry wells must be put in now, even if he has to hire a digger. Louis Sparovic referred to his conflict with the Herron's regarding land and ~nd asked for a deed on S East ~arovlc land not in conflict. Attorney Stewart suggested getting a release from the Herron's before any deed is PatentSPen issued, also that this matter b$ referred to Attorney Melman. Re Police and Fire Calls - Fire Department has requested definite action. Mayor Garrish suggested Fire calls that FireDePartment send a representative to meeting. Wurl said the Sheriff had told him that the State might furnish a man for one shift. Glory Hole Attorney Stewart said the Emmerick's have requested appraisal of the land around the Glory Hole. It was suggested that all interested people be notified, and reference be made to plat to form policy. Skating Rink Mr. Garrish spoke to Judge Shaw about the Skating Rink suit, and possibly contempt action will be suit. filed. East Aspen Pat, East Aspen Patent suit still pending. Clerk instructed to pay County the amount~due them at this time. Abstract-Wieben Attorney Stewart will pick up abstract on lots claimed by Wiebe~. Lic. all bus. Licensing all businesses-still in the Committee. Mr. Stewart suggested f~rm Qn flat rates for con- sideration at next meeting/ Braun, James, Wurl and Markalunas are working on this. Deed-R.G.Ray Robert G. Ray request for deed. Attorney Stewart has written him. Water Co. Water Company.~ Clerk to bring in file on Civil Action 310~. Agenda-meeting On.agenda. Meeting with Judge Shaw re water rights. with Judge Shaw Mr. Stewart reported that Bob Marsh does not feel that he should pay the connection charge ~n the Sewer-Marsh sewer. This.will receive further consideration. Stewart is checking on the Ute annexation matter. Ute-annexation Wurl contacted County Commissioners about calling for applications~for building inspector. They Bldg. Inspector. wish to have Markalunas continue as such. M~. Stewart suggested an amendment~ ordinance changing com- pensation from fee to salary basis. Lease-Am. Legion Wurl will follow up on American Legion lease. radio equip. ~ It is in order for Wurl to dispose of the radio equipment removed from the police ~car. It was reported that John Snyder does not think that the.ditch at Rob Roy's place will be satisfactory ditch-R.Roy, and this will be checked. Mayor Garrish said that he had received several complaints about the explosion caused by the Street i'~ No explosions crew. amd notices are to be Ei~en out that no blasts will be permitted unless approved by the City Ad- ministrator. Eastle Creek Castle Creek Flume - it was suggested that Mr. Wurl and Attorney Stewart prepare legal notification Albouy to go to Albouy re cleanin~ out of Flume. Variant- Request from Gantzel, Aspenhof Lodge, for variance on porch construction into ~th St. read~ and further Aspenho$. action postponed until report received from Adjustment Board. Statements. Wurl was instructed by Co~ucil to have the Water and Electric Department prepare monthly statements. Well Houses. He was also told to put pressure on the contractor for the completion of well houses. Braun reported that the first plat of Aspen and the Aspen Charter are on file in the Comaty Court Aspem 1st Plat House in Gunnison. A motion was made by Beyer, seconded by Braun, that City should request copies of these & Charter-motion records from Gunnison, as they will not release originals. Carried unanimously. Wurl will submit plans for remodelling of offices. Gas franchise Braun brought incopy of the Delta Gas Franchise Ordinance, and Wurl~reported that Glenwood Springs is not certain of having their meeting on this on December 8. Meeting was then adjourned until ~:30 P~November 28, Monday. ASPEn,COLORADO. ADJOURNED MEETING, ASPEN CITY COUNCIL , NOVEMBER 28, 1960o The meeting was called to orde~ at ? :30 PM by Mayor Garrish with Councilmen Braun, James, Anderson, and Beyer, City Adminstrator Wurl and City Attorney Stewart present. A motion was made by Anderson, Seconded by James, to confirm the motion made at the special meeting ~onfirm Motion of November lh to increase the salary of Leon Wurl by $~O.00 a month effective November l, 1960. Car- Wurl salary inc. ried unanimously. Mr. Lewis of S& MSupply Co. outlined to Council a proposal for the use of pressure regulators on Pressure the waterworks system. Discussed - approximate cost and advantages involved. Wurl suggested he sketch regulators-water up a map showing just how many regulators would be required, and due to the possible change in diameter system, and more stages, he will contact other compauies for additional bids. Mayor Garrish read a letter from Goble, Sampson and Smith re Flo-Matcher. Discussed - Summons - Harriet S. Patron vs City and others, in reference to Lots N.O.P. in Block Summons-Patron 26 Aspen Townsite. Attorney Stewart said lots are privately owned and City has no interest in them. The purpose of the summons is to correct defects in two patents. After discussion, it was determined that it would not be necessary to file an answer as it appears this is for correction of an ancient defect. Map & Inc. Copies of map of Aspen and incorporation papers from Gunnison were reviewed. These are to be returned for seal, then the copy of the map is to be filed in the County Court House. Council approved Papers ~. ~-~ of Aspen obtaining another copy of the map for City records. Mayor Garrish read a letter from C. H. Anderson of the Electric Dept. re cost of underground installation at new school, also copy of letter sent by Mr. Anderson to Highway Dept, re repairs on detour. Discussed - statement of Johnson Electric of Pueblo. Read - letter from Colorado Municipal League about Sister City Program in Colorado. R. Kirchner Mr. Garrish referred to a letter he had received from Robert Kirchner~ who said he would like to meet with Council to discuss bonds on the Electric purchase. It was decided to meet Decmmber 12, and Bonds-Electric. the Mayor will ir~rm him. Meeting on pumps will be arranged after further information is received. Mayor Garrish referred to Marvin Hoagland,s physical condition, and after discussion, it was decided that he should be given thirty days notice of termination of employment. Also DiscuSsed ~- arresting of Marvin those who are drunk but not d~usin~ aTdisturbance~ and Mayor Garrishw-ill discuss this with Chief Hoagland Kralicek. Mr. Wurl reported that he had received information from the Highway Department that the school light would cost $885.72 plus $3~.00. The location f~the light was discussed~ also the possibility of Bchool using "Stop for Pedestrian" signs, and Wurl was instructed to invite Mr. Green of theHighway Dept., Light the School Board, and Mr. Kelly for further consideration 8f this matter. Wurl also said the the American Legion is selling flags, and the price ~ra2gl86 ~ by 6 Ft. is $23.00. A motion was made by Beyer~ seconded by Anderson, to purchase a U. S. flag/~rom ~e American Legion for U.S. Flag use at the City Hall. Carried unanimously. Discussed - meeting in Glenwood Springs on December 8 re gas franchise and Attorney Stewart sug- Gas franchise gestsd that someone from Council attend, meeting Mr. Wurl referred to overexpenditures in certain departments of the 1960 Budget and requested that ~rans of arra~ments be made to transfer the necessary amounts from the Contingency Fund. Mr. Stewart wilt Funds-Budget prDpare resolution. Wurl said he had talked to Mrs. Willoughby at the Bank Building, who still has the problem of cars Parking parking over the sidewalk. It was~suggested that parallel parking be required after the new Post Office Bank Bldg. building is completed. He also drew attention to the notice from the Colorado Municipal League about Water ~chool to be Water School conducted in Denver, and asked if an employee from the Water Department might attend.~ A motion was made Motioa, by Anderson, seconded by Beyer, to send Teleo Capparella to the Water School from Jan. 23~to Jan. 27 at the expense of the Water Dept. Carried unanimously. Council approved setting up of Petty Cash account of $25.O0 for the Special Water Fund. Petty Cash Mr. Stewart will write to G. E. Buchanan requesting field notes of City survey as provided in FieI~ Notes Ordinance No. 6 of 19~9. Ordinance No. lO, Series 1960 - Amending Ordinance No. 6, Series 19~6, relating to Zoning and Land Use in the City of Aspen, was read for the second time by Leon Wurl. A motion was made by Braun Ord. ~O,1~60 seconded by James, to approve Ordinance No. lO, Series 1960, on second reading and publish it. Csr- ried unanimously. Mr. Braun reported that City had purchased reindeer set and had ordered Christmas lights. He also Chrmstmas lmght: gave a report on the trip that he, Councilmen James a~d Anderson made to Delta, Montrose and~Gunnison for information on gas franchise and pump installation. It was~reed that the City would pay the expenses Expense of~! of this trip. trip ' i- ' Attorney Stewart read Ordinance No. ll.- Licensing all Businesses- and this was discussed. It was Licensing o£ ~decided that the fee would b~ $~.00 a year, with a minimum penalty of $5.00 and maximum of $300.00, all bus. and that employme~t~for salary would be exempt. This will again be tendered at the next meeting. Draft of b~dinance covering licenses of contractors was handed out, and it was s~ggested that Licensing each Councilman review it and Attorney Stewart, Mr. Wurl and Jim Markalunas, will discuss the provisions contractors. and it will again be presented. Attorney Stewart read proposed lease with Bob Murri for the southwest portion of Block lO1 for a Free Skating skating rink, and after discussion it was decided to determine cost of liability coverage and whether Rink School District would participate in cest of insurance. Council agree~ that the amount of rent on the renewal of the Beck and Bishop lease would be $300.00 Beck & Bishop a month, lease Meeting was adjourned upon motion by Anderson seconded by James.