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HomeMy WebLinkAboutminutes.council.19610103 Aspen, Colorado Rmg~lar Meeting - Aspen City Council - January 3~ 1961. Mayor Garfish called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM with Councilmen Anderson, James, Braun and Beyer, City Administrator Wurl and City Attorney Stewart present,the City Treasurer came in shortly after. The minutes of the meeting of December 19 were read and a motion was made by Braun, seconded by Anderson, that the minutes be approved as read. Carried unanimous- ly. The City's bills payable~were read and discussed, and a motion was made by Ander- son, seconded by Beyer, to suspend Rule 19 and allow the several amounts; carried unanimously.' Phil Scheid, representing the Aspen Chamber of Commerce, presented a resolution Warning which was read by the Mayor, requesting the use of warning tickets on non-moving traf- Tickets fic violations. Wurl is to discuss this resolution with the Police Chief. Waddy - Catchings spoke against ticketing such violations, and after discussion Council deci- ded that warning tickets would be tried, in-the non-business district, and it' was suggested that courtesy tickets be printed. Mr. Catchings asked Council how much the City proposed to pay the Chamber as dues Aspen Chamber of for 1961, and suggested that an amount be allowed for the advertising progran which Commerce dues he outlined. After discussion, A~derson moved that the City contribute $500.00 to $500.00 the Chamber of Commerce as dues for 1961, for the promotion of Aspen.. Motion seconded by Braun and approvedunanimously. The free skating rink was discussed with respect to participation by the Chamber, School Board and County in cost of opera'ion. Bob Card said he would like access to alley so that he can ~et into his garage, as soon as possible. This was discussed, and Mr. Stewart explained the situation, Card- and suggested that the people in that area present a co-ordinated plan. Card=wants the Cleveland St. west 18 feet of Lot L in Block 25, East Aspem, opened. Jim Moore also asked about Alley this matter and was told that actioh would have to be delayed until the plan has been ~ L presented by the interested p~op&rty holders. Mr. Miller and Don Snyder of the Blue Flame 8as Co. were~present, and Don asked about filling the gas tank at the Fire Station. A motion was made by Anderson, sec- Gas - onded by James, that the Blue Flame Gas Co. is to fill the tank at the ~ire Station Fire Station. during 1961, the price to remain at the current market value. Carried unanimously. Wurl will notify the Aspen Gas Co. of the change. Mayo~ Garfish read a letter dated December 28, 1960 from Mr.-Galligan regarding natural gas in Aspen, and outlining proposal regarding analysis. Mr. Wurl said Mr. Natural gas Axtell had invited Council to come to Glenwood Springs for a meeting with Mr. Galligan. Galligan It was suggested that Wurl attend the meeting, and also arrange for M~. Galligan to ~.~ come hera for a meeting with Council. Don Snyder said Blue Flame Gas Co. had ~ccess to new well on Cold Mountain, and the matter of leases in the area between Basalt and Aspen was discussed. Mr. Miller Butane- referred to their proposal and said they intended to convert to ~atural gas at any time Natural gas such gas could be delivered for less than butane. He suggested holding off for a while Blue Flame before putting in any system involving installation of extensive pipe lines. He said that if~his company was granted a franchise, local people would be trained to handle the work and that he would'furnish a $200,000 performance bond. A proposal from Mr. Beattie of the Aspen Gas Company was given to Mr. Wurl, ~Jim Markalunas asked for official notice of his appointment as Building Inspector, '~ ~' Bldg. Elect. Electrical, Plumbing and Hotel-Motel Inspector. A motion was made by Braun, seconded Plumb. by Beyer, that Bill James be relieved as Hotel-Motel Inspector, and that Teteo Hotel Insp. Caparrella be relieved as Electrical Inspector, effective January 1, 1961, and that ~ Markalunas is to be appointed as Building, Electrical, Hotel-Motel and Plumbing Ins- pector as ~8 January 1, 1961. Carried unanimnusly. Jim said he would be in the of- fice in the City Hall from 8AM to noon, and would take care of calls and inspections in the afternoon. He requested that a fluorescent light be putin his office, and said ~that he would give out the proposed ordinance for the contractors to look over. Bill Dunaway said Waddy Catchings had been selected to replace Hr. Bishop on the Catchings- Board of Adjustment, and that Francis Kalmes is Chairman. A motion was made by James, Bd of Adjust. seconded by Anderson, that Waddy Catchings be appointed to the Board of Adjustment and the Board of Appeals for the term prescribed by Ordinance. Carried unanimously. Marsh- A Atter from Bob Marsh about the Music Shop in the alley was read by Mayor Gar- Music Shop fish and given to Bill Dunaway for presentation to the Board of Adjustment. John Hall read the Treasurer's report and after discussion it was moved by Ander- son, seconded by Beyer, that the report be acceptmd. Approved unanimously~' Tom Sardy presente~ a petition signed by William McEa~hern, Teno Roncallio, Stanley Glen, and T. J. Sardy, requesting that the alley in Block 66 be closed. Alley BI 66 Sardy said these were the sole owners in the block. A motion was made by Anderson., seconded by Beyar, directing Attorney Stewart to draft an ordinance vacating the alley in Block 66 reserving all necessary easements for utilities, etc.-Carried unanimous- ly. The petiti~rs are to pay cost of preparing and advertising ordinance. Jim Mc.ore inquired about Crowe deed and was told that it would have to be held Orowe deed up untill the matter of access is straightened out. Mr. Stewart asked if Czty/re- quired to give access, and whether statement from Card that 18 feet will be suffici- ent for his purpose, will be satisfactory. It was decided that ail property owners should be consulted. City Administrator Wurl's report: He has talked with Thurston about the service performed by Earl Jenkinson for Service for Holy Cross, for which they pay $~0.00 a month, and that he handles ~26 accounts for ~ Holy Cross them. It was suggested that Wurl discuss this further with Mr.-Thurston and offer a ~ , Jmnkinson counter proposal.. i Inventory of stock will be taken soon. i Suggest moving power poles to new storage location. ~ Free Skating Rink,- and liability coverage discussed. A motion was made by Anderson, seconded by James, to pay the premium in the amount of $335.00. Carried I~iability unanimously. Wurl is to approach the Chamber of Oommerce, the County Commissioners, Free Skat,Rit ~. and the School Board for help on this. TV discussed, and ~he need for additional money at this tirae. No. action taken. Mayor Garfish then ~ead correspondence: Letter from Geo. K. Baum re revenue bonds for Electric. General imquiry. C. Fred Russell re natural gas franchise if Glenwood gives franchise. Peters, ~riter and Christensen, about refunding of the bonds on the Electric system. Letters of appreciation from ~lice, Electric and Water Depts. for Christmas bonus. Ordinance No. 12, Series 1960 - An Ordinance Making Appropriation for the Fiscal Year Ord. 12, 1960 Beginning January 1, 1961 and ending December 31, 1961, in the Sum of $359.668.72, Appropriations. and regulating the payment o~!~Money out of the City Treasury, was read in full by Mr. Wurl for the second time. A motion was made by James, seconded by Braun, to adopt the ordinance. Motion approved unanimously. Ordinance No. 1, Series 1961, - An Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance of City of Aspen Electric Light and Power Refunding Revenue Bonds in the Amnunt of $116,000.00, for the Purpose of Paying and Redeeming a Like Amoun~ of Outstanding City of Aspen Ord. 1 Electric Light and Power Revenue Bonds, Dated February t, 1961; Prescribing the Form Series 1961 of Said Refunding Bonds and Interest Coupons to beAttached Thereto; Providing for Electic Bonds. the Payment and Redemption of Said Bonds; Providing for the Payment. of the Refunding Bonds~ and the Interest Thereon and Other Details in Connection with Said Bonds; and Declaring an Emergency. ~ Mayor Garfish, Councilmen Anderson, Beyer, Braun and James, City Clerk Mrs. Hoffmann and City Treasurer John Hall being present, the above Ordinance was introduced by Councilman Braun, and read in full by Attorney Stewart. It was thereupon moved by Councilman Beyer, and seconded by Cuoncilman Anderson, that Ordinance No. 1, Series of 1961, be passed on first reading and be published in full in the Aspen Times. Upon roll call Councilm~n Anderson,Beyer, Braun and James all voted "aye", and Mayor Garfish declared the motion carried. Reimburse Mr. Stewart referred to the Supreme Court ruling on the Merris~ case. There is to ~ Stewart be a meeting in Lakewood on January 1~ and he would like to attend to get information ] for trip ~o~ the City regarding traffic laws. A motion was made by Beyer, seconded by James, %-~' ~t~atMr. Stewart be reimbursed for his expenses on this trip. Carried Unanimously. Ordinance Da~ed February 10, 1890 - regarding responsibility for snow removal Ord. Snow from sidewalks - to be published. Removal "Stop for Pedestrian" i s gus discussed, and they will be strick~enforced, Notice "Stop for to be put in Aspen Times. Pedestrian". Consulting Engineer for Electric Department discussed. The meeting will be continued on.~nday, January 9, at 7:30 PM. Mayor Garrish called the meeting to order at 7:30PM with Councilmen Anderson, Braun, Bayer and James, City Administrator Wurl and City Attorney Stewart present. The Mayor announced that as there would not be a quorum present on Monday January 16, the next regular meeting would be held on Tuesday, January 17th. Additional City bills payable were read, and a motion was made by Anderson, second- ed by James, to suspend Rule 19 and Allow the amounts. Carried u~animously. Several parents and members of the PTA were present and Jack McTa~rnaghan was their Stop for spokesman, in the matter of the new "Stop for Pedestrian" signs and crosswalk markings. Pedestrian He said they did not feel that the present arrangement was satisfactory and that lights Signs would be preferred. Mayor Garfish explained to them the Highway Department% reason for not installing lights, and after discussion it was decided that Mr. Wurl would contact the Highway Department to have the speed reduced lo, lO to 15 miles per hour in the critical area. It was also suggested that the parents and the school instruct the chil- Speed zone dren to cross only at the crosswalks. Wurl will also request the Highway Department to have the strips marked more clearly, and will inquire about a reduced speed zone on East Cooper. Warner Kuster and Otto Steiner were present and referred to notices they had re- Scavenger ceived from Best Way Cleaning Service about paying for service in advance, and the quality service, and of the service was discussed, and it was decided to request Allen Benboe tc come to billing. Council meeting to discuss his scavenger contract with the City. Kuster said a meeting will be arranged with the Restaurant Association and the liquor County omm~sszoners, and Council will be informed of the date, for discussion of liq- license control uor license control. The lease of Beck and Bishop was discussed, and Mr. Stewart explained the amend- ment providing for the adjustment in rent in the event of extension of lease. A motion Beck & was made by Bayer, seconded by Anderson, to adopt the lease with a primary term of three Bishop lease. years, and existing option to extend according to the terms of the lease as submitted. Carried unanimously. Attorney Stewart reported that he had talked with Phil Crosby about Lot 45 in the Abstrct- Ute Addition, and he is researching this~ Stewart said an abstract could be obtained Lot 45 for the two lots in Paepcke Park for $75.00 and Coune~il approved going ahead and ob- Ute Add. raining the abstract. · n Mr. Stewart said Mr. Whittlesby had talked to him about the slg s posted on the Whittlesby- driveway to Clymer's Shop and said they were not in the right location-. He wants also signs -lots to clean up the lots .and to have the t~ck parked thereon removed. The matter of the truck is private, and Attorney Stewart will write him regarding relocating the signs. Mr. Stewart also said that in the matter of the Aspen Water Company, all rights were Water Co. relinquished in the condemnation suit. The agreement on the sewer with Bob-Marsh was rights discussed, and a motion was made by Braun, seconded by Bayer, to accept the contract in Sewer agree- the amont of $575.00 ~ith the City assuming the cost of the $80.00 connection fee. Car- ment-Marsh tied unanimously, with approval for the Mayor to sign the agreement. Discussed - Hoagland Ditch and drainage into Glory Hol~. Mr. Stewart referred to Hoagland Ditch Colorado law regarding such drainage, and expressed the opinion that if the Glory Hole Glory hole fills up it would be the City's responsibility. Deed requested by Robert Ray -He has been requested by letter to come to Cour~il R. Ray-Deed for discussion before a~y action can be taken. Aspen Skating Rink suit - still pending. Aspen Skating Eas~ Aspen Patent - Attorney Stewart said Walker had descriptions on some of the Rink claims and he is working on this. East Aspen Patent Police and Fire calls - Wurl said Attorney Delaney is discussing this with people in Police & Fire Glenwood Springs. Calls Johnnie Oyharcabal inquired about contribution by City to the TV Committee of Aspen. After discussion, a motion was made by Bayer, seconded by Braun, that the City contribute Contr. $200. $200.00 to the Aspen TV Committee for the welfare and promotion of Aspen, to be used for to TV Comm. sta~ ohs serving Aspen and vicinity. Carried unanimously. . is covered and how to enforce. This Business s toDiScussedbe read for- BusinesSthe secondLicensingtime atOrdinance!-~wh°the meet~no of January 17. License. ~k~ Jess Maddalone returned the lease on the rooms upstairs in City Hall. Lease- ~ American Leg. ~Remodelling of offices postponed. There will be~a meeting in Glenwood Springs on the gas franchise on January 18. Attorney Stewart and Mr. Wurl will follow up on the matter of drainage - Eagles and Treat Buildings. More applications are expected to come in for consulting engineer. Mayor Garfish will keep in touch with Kuster regarding the meeting with the County Commissioners. Wurl is again contacting M~. Thurston on the Holy Cross use of office space and force. Law book Council approv~ purchase of "Colorado Law for Cities and Counties" , $15.00,- $15.00 for the City Library. Discusse4 - responsibility of Albouey for filling of flume. Mr. Stewart will Flume- write to him. Also discussed - a request from Edgar Steam to_share in the Castle Creek Albouey Flume. Steam Wurl referred to a plat of new sub-division in the area of the Meadows, and said Aspen, Colorado Continued Meeting Aspen City Council January 9, 1961 they would like to put in a water line tf the City would maintain it. This is contrary to Ordinance. Discussed - adding amendment ot Ordinance providin~ for additional amount to be paid by users to build up reserve fund-for maintenance. Wurl said that contractors bidding on new bridge on Route 82 had referred to Power poles power poles and transformers, which they.said would have to be removed. It was sug- Bridge -82 gested they present e plan for the approval by City supervisor. Letter-C.H. Wurl said Bob Kirchner would send a letter to Gouncil regarding C. H. Anderson's Anderson statement in the Aspen Times about refunding the power and light bonds. stop signs Due to protests he has received, ~Jurl has not removed the stop signs from the street leadin~ to the tent.. He will follow upon the sign requested b y Mrs. Bear. The Mawr read an application for position as manager for the new auditorium-pre- sum&bly Paepcke Memorial. There is still one bid to be received for establishing grades for streets, and it was suggested that recommendations from the Planning Commission be included. Inst. for City Disaussed - Institute for Clerks and Finance Offic&rs to be held in Boulder,on Clerks-motion February 16,17 and 18, 1961, and a motion was made by Braun, seconded by James, that the City Clerk be authorized to attend at City expense. Carried unanimously. Fire Tower Suggestion- that program of work to be done in the Spring be prepared. The pipe for the Fire Tower is here and the work will be done in the Spring. Bob Card Mr. Stewart said he had met with Bob Card and suggested to him that all interested Alley property owners p~esent plan for access to his property. Meeting adjourned upon motion by Anderson seconded by James.