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HomeMy WebLinkAboutminutes.apz.19700203 " , . RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 100 Leaves ~OR"'!1 c. F. HO~CKn 8. 8. It l. co. Special Meeting Aspen Planning & Zoning February 3, 1970 Meeting was called to order at 5:10 p.m. by Chairman Robin Molny with William Tharp, Francis Whitaker, James Breasted, John Gilmore and Tom Wells. Past Members Chairman Molny request Mayor Homeyer send letters of appreciation to past members of the commission for their services on the commission. Swimming Poo 1 Swimming Pool - City Administrator Leon Wurl gave a synopsis of the history on the location of the pool at Bavaria Park. Charles Vidal arrived. Mr. Gilmore questioned the size of the pool, it being smaller than the present pool at the Hotel Jerome. Commission members also questioned the site location at Bavaria Park as relates to one perhaps being con- structed on Wagner Park, Herron Park, Ruby Park or the lots across from the Crystal Palace. Letter from Richard Lee, Superintendent of S hools was read by Chairman Molny relating the schools full cooperation in this matter. Discussed at a later time perhaps the necessity for two pools, one at Bavaria Park and one downtown. Administrator Wurl reported to the Commission, there is not restriction in the deed of the land from Mr. Moore that this land be used for a pool only refers to this land being used for park purposes. Administrator Wurl reported all material has to be sub- mitted to the State prior to March 10th in order for this project to be considered in this grant period. Commission request Kay Roy head of the swimming pool committee and Ted Armstrong of the Department of Parks and Recreation appear at the next meeting of the Commission Expenses - Chairman Molny request all members contact Commission Expenses City Administrator Wurl's office prior to making telephone calls to see if the information has already been obtained. Also there is a section on planning in the City Hall library. Postage should be run through the City Hall. Ruby Park - Mayor Homeyer reported Attorney Nelson re- Ruby Park Purchase presenting the new owners of Ruby Park would be in town tomorrow to discuss with the Mayor and other interested persons informally the purchase of Ruby Park by the City. Mr. David Hopkins, Architect and Planner with Fritz Densities Benedict's office, was present and showed to the commission a comparison of the densities now on the books and the densities as proposed in the Aspen Ar~General - 1 - ,. >, '. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 100 Leaves FOR,\!!! C. F. HO~CKEl 8. 8. It L. CD. Special Meeting, P & Z, 2/3/70, continued. Densities Plan using as an example the Aspen Alps Complex. Suggest perhaps the densities should be even lower than the figures called for in the Master Plan. Also stated the commission should look at the total picture as relates to open space, density, height, set backs, terrian etc. Material relating to land use was submitted by Charles Vidal and Chairman Molny suggest all members read this material. Francis Whitaker stated the rough draft of the ordinan e pertaining to open End density would be ready by the next meeting of the Commission. Signs Signs - Building Inspector Meyring reported last October and November letters were sent to 22 people that had signs that did not conform. Todate seven owners have complied, eight submitted evidence that their signs can remain till April 3,1972, seven that have not complied or ignored the letter of request and one case is now scheduled to appear before the Board of Zoning Adjustment. In che<king back records have found 4 others that were not listed and letters were sent to these last month. Francis Whitaker request the Building Inspector check the sign at Jon Chapman's place of business on East Hopkins. Bldg. Analysis Chairman Molny request the Building Inspector make an analysis on the number of units and floor area ratio in the C-C, C-l and AR-l zones by taking a samplying of building types. By-laws By-laws - Mr. Whitaker stated he had gone over the by-laws with the City Attorney and the following amendments should be made: in Section I substitute the new ordinance; under Arti le 6 section relating to employees shuuld be deleted since this is established by State Statutes; and a prepared resolution for the City Councils consid- eration at their next meeting was read by Mr. Whitaker relating to unexcused absences. Mr. Whitaker suggest part of this resolution appear in the by-laws so that a new member will be aware of the rule as follows: "any member of the Planning and Zoning Commissiun who has three or more unexcused absences from regular meetings during the calendar year may be subject to removal from said Commission by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Aspen. An unexcused absence shall be defined as one in which a member has failed to give advance notice to the Secretary of the Commission when said member will be either (1) out of town at the time in which the regular meeting is to be held, or (2) is physically unable to attend the meeting due to ill ness". Whitaker moved that the by-laws be so amended. Seconded - 2 - . . . RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 100 Leaves FORMIC C.F.HOr!:KELB.B.lt L. ca. Special Meeting, P & Z, 2/3/70, continued. by Tharp. Roll call vote - Vidal aye; Wells aye; Tharp aye; Breasted aye; Gilmore aye; Whitaker aye; Molny aye. Following reports were made: Chairman Molny reported he had talked to one of the railroad officials who Com. Member Reports stated they were willing to work with the planning of the City for their 18.3 acres located in the City. James Breasted reported he would have information relating to planned unit development by the next meeting. Letter from the firm of John Dempsey and Associates was read by Chairman Molny. Commission request the Secretary send a thank you letter to this firm thanking them for the letter and inform them their letter would be put on file. James Breasted reported he had heard from the lighting consultant for the Holiday Inn. Chairman Molny reported Mr. Backus of Adams County is sending us information on how to figure the high water mark for stream margins. Francis Whitaker reported he had talked to the City Attorney as relates to streets and annexations and Attorney Kern has requested time to re-read the legislation that relates. Commission request the Secretary show on each agenda outstanding business of the Commission. Mr. Vidal mentioned the Commission should consider and confer with the administrative people involved as relates to policy, financial ability, enforcement etc before recommending legislation that cannot be handled by the City. Vidal moved to adjourn at 6:40 p.m., seconded by Well.s. All in favor, meeting adjourned. ...._~ ~ / . '.,7 ,/' j..:--'.' " J ;,' ///~ ", ~ ~,--- Lorraine Graves, Secretary