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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcoa.cclc.min.051512 COMMERCIAL CORE & LODGING COMMISSION MINUTES OF May 15, 2013 Vice-chair, Riley Tippet called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. Commissioners in attendance were Bill Dinsmoor, Terry Butler and Kiki Raj. Absent were Andrew Kole, Hana Pevny and Siam Castillo. Staff: Kathy Strickland, Chief Deputy Clerk Rachel Burmeist—Environmental Health Emzy Veazy III suggested the CCLC do a survey. Mall Lease issues Rachel said she had issues with hand sinks last year with Escobar and Finbarr's. John from Finbarr's said they were going to use an RV sink. Rachel said this year they both need hand sinks. They are both planning on mixing drinks which require hand sinks. Bill said the requirement is because they are mixing drinks. Rachel pointed out that ice is a food product. If they are using lemons and oranges that is a concern. They have to have warm water and paper towels. There would also be a tank for the used water. Dan Nelson said Escobar had a refrigerator and a bear broke in. There was food stored inside the refrigerator and that is why it occurred. Food should not be stored in the refrigerator. Terry said Escobar had a management issue. Kiki said she is opposed to the refrigerator. The refrigerator is not the success of the establishment. Dan also said he is opposed to the refrigerator. Dan said Parks is assessing the electrical upgrade. Kiki said we aren't hurting their restaurant not having a refrigerator. MOTION: Kiki moved that the mall lease should remain as is with no refrigerators; second by Bill. All in favor, motion carried. Bill said hand washing without the use of electricity is permitted. Dan said electricity is an issue and there is not enough power. 1 COMMERCIAL CORE & LODGING COMMISSION MINUTES OF May 15, 2013 Dan said lights are an issue and both use lighting. Dan also said they are installing a meter for the electricity. Riley requested the two applicants come to the next mtg. Mall leases: Ellina Restaurant - Kathy said Ellina has no changes — Stephen presented and said he is proud of the restaurant that I have. I have nine foot umbrellas. We serve dinner only and we open at 5:00. MOTION: Kiki moved to approve the mall lease for Ellina; second by Bill. All in favor, motion carried. Gisella Restaurant - Kathy said Gisella has no changes. — Cristiano Lavia said he is the new manager. MOTION: Terry moved to approve the mall lease for Gisella; second by Kiki. All in favor motion carried. Justice Snow Restaurant—Marco said they are requesting the same design as last year. In addition they would like two tables in front of the Wheeler. Marco said they don't have sun on Mill and the two tall tables with umbrellas would enhance the restaurant. Kathy said the Community Development department has no issues. Kathy also said Graham Slaton from the Wheeler is opposed. Terry pointed out that the sidewalk is wide there. Riley said there is never anything going out in front of the wheeler. Bill said when the sidewalk was expanded with DEPP the purpose was for alfresco dining. MOTION: Bill moved to approve the two high tops and umbrellas; second by Terry. Kiki said Graham did not give a concrete reason to deny it. Riley said if there are any issues they should be resolved by management. Kathy said Randy Ready need to approve the application. 2 COMMERCIAL CORE & LODGING COMMISSION MINUTES OF May 15, 2013 Commissioner Comments: Bill said there are pianos on the 16" mall. The issues are that people think the piano is there's and they tend not to leave. Dan said he sees kids destroying the pianos. Right now he is dealing with vandalism. Bill asked CCLC if they want to pursue the pianos. Bill asked staff to check with the city manager to see if that is something the city would want to pursue. Kiki said this is for one season only. Bill mentioned the winter market and is this a good fit for Aspen. The people in Denver could come after the election and we could request a work session with the new council. MOTION: Kiki moved to adjourn second by Terry. All in favor, motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:00 a.m. Kathleen J. Strickland, Chief Deputy Clerk 3