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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 04/04/17 PUBLIC HEARING April 4, 2017 Present: Jillian Ryan Chairman Kathy Chandler-Henry Commissioner Jeanne McQueeney Commissioner Bryan Treu Interim County Manager Beth Oliver Interim County Attorney Kathy Scriver Deputy Clerk to the Board This being a scheduled Public Hearing,the following items were presented to the Board of County Commissioners for their consideration: Commissioner Updates Commissioner Chandler-Henry gave a shout out to Representative Diane Mitsch Bush who was named "Legislator of the Year"by Conservation Colorado. Diane Mitsch Bush had done a lot of work in Eagle and Route County on water issues. Chairman Ryan stated that Representative Diane Mitsch Bush had two pieces of legislation on the books that were moving along, one was the Statewide Transportation Bill and the other related to the high cost of health insurance premiums for small businesses in rural mountain communities. Diane,Mitsch Bush had been doing a nice job at representing the county's issues. 1. Resolution 2017-013 Designating April 4, 2017 as National Service Recognition Day Bridget Bradford,AmeriCorps VISTA Ms.Bradford an AmeriCorp VISTA member spoke. She introduced her site supervisor, Susie Davis, and Strategic Director Sara Amberg. Ms. Davis stated that this was the fifth annual National Service Day and thanked the Board for their support. Ms.Davis acknowledged the work of AmeriCorp VISTA in the county. She hoped to have up to 35 AmeriCorp in the valley this summer,helping youth and families. Commissioner Chandler-Henry added her thanks. Commissioner Chandler-Henry moved to approve the resolution designating April 4,2017 as National Service Recognition Day. Commissioner McQueeney seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. Consent Agenda 1. Second Amendment to Agreement between Eagle Colorado and Fred's Plumbing and Heating Service, Inc. 2. Agreement between Eagle County and GMCO Corporation for the Supply of Magnesium Chloride 3. Resolution 2017-014 Concerning Taxpayer Generated Petitions for Abatement and Refund of Taxes before the Eagle County Board of Commissioners 1 04/04/2017 4. Approval of the Minutes of the Board of County Commissioner Meeting for January 31,February 7, February 21,February 28, 2017 Commissioner McQueeney moved to approve the Consent Agenda for April 4,2017, as presented. Commissioner Chandler-Henry seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. Constituent Input Chairman Ryan opened constituent input. Joanne Rock spoke the issue of substance abuse. Recently the State proposed a survey about the drug use in schools. She suggested that the money that came in from marijuana sales tax be used to build a couple rehab centers for juveniles. The cost of substance abuse was costing the nation over$700,000,000 billion. She believed the funds used for a survey could be better used elsewhere to combat the problem. Chairman Ryan stated that mental health and substance abuse was a priority of Eagle County. She believed the Colorado Heathy Kids survey was an important Public Health survey. It was way for Public Health professionals to do their planning and see how behaviors of teenagers were changing over time. She was a huge supporter of the survey. Chairman Ryan closed constituent input. Business Items 1. Intermountain Forest Health Project-Intergovernmental Agreement between Eagle County and the Town of Vail Chairman Ryan stated that this was a partnership between Eagle County and the Town of Vail to mitigate the effects of the mountain pine beetle epidemic in the intermountain area. Commissioner Chandler-Henry moved to approve the intergovernmental agreement between Eagle County and the Town of Vail. Commissioner McQueeney seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. 2. Intergovernmental Agreement between the Town of Vail and Eagle County, Colorado Concerning a Grant of Trail Maintenance Funds Jared Barnes stated that the Town of Vail requested$150,000 from the ECO trails maintenance fund to assist in repair of a trail segment in Dowd Junction. Commissioner McQueeney moved to approve the agreement between the Town of Vail and Eagle County concerning a grant of trail maintenance funds. Commissioner Chandler-Henry seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. 3. Resolution 2017-015 1st Supplemental Budget 2017 John Lewis stated that this request totaled$20,762,886.00, 95%of which was additional new revenue or carryforward from 2016 or a transfer between funds. The larger items included the completion 2 04/04/2017 of the Red Dirt Road Bridge, a new vehicle for the Coroner's Office, additional money for planning the Edwards Interchange, some new buses and an Airport Grant match. Staff believed these requests represented a conservative approach to their budgeting and suggested approval. Chairman Ryan reiterated that staff was encouraged to ask for what was needed and not pad their budget. She asked Mr. Lewis to elaborate on the$9 million of new revenue. Mr. Lewis stated that the largest item was an airport grant that would finish the taxi ways. There was also some grant revenue that was additional money coming in from the Edwards Committee Authority to help with the Edwards Interchange. There was money coming in for the new buses some of which the county would have to match. And lastly,there was money coming from the Public Health Fund. Commissioner McQueeney moved to approve the resolution for the 15`Supplemental Budget for 2017. Commissioner Chandler-Henry seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. 4. Resolution 2017-016 Designating April 2017 as the Month of the Young Child in Eagle County Joey Peplinski stated that the resolution coincided with the National Association for the Education of Young Children and the National Child Abuse Awareness Month. Commissioner McQueeney stated that there would be a parade next Wednesday at 11 a.m. on Broadway and similar celebrations happening throughout the county. Commissioner Chandler-Henry stated that one of the goals of the county was to be a great place to live for all and that included making it so families could thrive and survive. Commissioner McQueeney moved to approve the resolution designating April 2017 as the Month of the Young Child in Eagle County. Commissioner Chandler-Henry seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. 5. Resolution Concerning Appointments to the Eagle County Regional Transportation Authority—Pulled. Jared Barnes stated that there had been a request for board member changes so the resolution would be placed back on an agenda in the future. Work Session(s) 1. Garfield Clean Energy 2. El Jebel Community Center, Sopris Conference Room Roaring Fork Valley Regional Housing Authority Discussion Planning File El Jebel Community Center, Sopris Conference Room 1. ZS-6549 Ajax Children's Adventure Camp Sean Hanagan introduced Danny Hundert,the property owner and presented the request. The proposed location of the camp was in a remote location in the Meredith Area. The 40 acre parcel was zoned Resource and 3 04/04/2017 was surrounded on three sides by Forest Service land. The applicant was requesting a Resort Recreation Facility that would include an overnight adventure camp,up to 12 tipis, a future barn and possibly a commercial kitchen. Mr. Hunbert explained the importance of getting kids outside in nature. His sense of outdoor stewardship had driven his career path. He believed that summer camps were a life changing experience and was an opportunity for self-discovery. He wished to provide an outdoor experience for children of all backgrounds and would provide scholarships for those in need. A shuttle would transport kids to and from the camp and only those familiar with the road,would be permitted to drive it. The fire and safety strategies involved input from the Basalt and Rural Fire Protection District. With respect to wildlife, he worked with Matt Yamashita,District Wildlife Manager and would use best practices. Some education partners included the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies,the Roaring Fork Conservancy, and Aspen Center for the Physics. He performed his own AC/DC sound test and the results indicated that sound would not need to be mitigated. All the surrounding property owners had been notified. Commissioner Chandler-Henry asked about the number of tipis and number of staff. Mr. Hunbert stated that that he would start with four tipis for children and two staff tipis. The ratio of staff to kids was one to five. Commissioner McQueeney asked Mr.Hunbert was marking to families locally. Mr. Hunbert stated that so far only local families had shown interest. Chairman Ryan asked the ages of the children. Mr.Hunberst stated 8-15. Commissioner Chandler-Henry asked about the water and sewage. Mr.Hunbert stated that water would be trucked in at some point he hoped to have a well. Mr.Hanagan reviewed the standards and reviewed the Mid Valley Area Community Plan regarding the Frying Plan Area.The Planning Commission voted 3-1 in favor of recommending approval for the Special Use Permit with two additional conditions. The main concerns were safe travel as well as possible noise and visual impacts to the neighboring parcels. The seven(7) standards had been met and staff recommended approval of the application with conditions. Chairman Ryan asked if legal council would weigh in on the color of the tipis. Holly Strablizky stated that when evaluating the conditions she suggested referring to the Standards under which we evaluate Special Use Permits to determine whether the condition was a problem that made the application outside compliance. Commissioner Chandler-Henry asked about the applicants plan for medical services. Mr.Hunbert stated that the staff would have the required certification through the Colorado State Child Care Licensing Agencies. They would also have a nurse. Commissioner Chandler-Henry asked if the defensible space concern had been addresses. Mr. Hanagan stated that staff did not write a condition with regards to defensible space but a condition could be added requiring the applicant to receive a letter of approval from the Eagle County Wildfire Specialist. Mr. Hunberst stated that the tipi platforms would be made of redwood which fit within the fire rating of the area. Commissioner McQueeney asked about outdoor lighting. Mr. Hunberst stated that there would not be electricity in the tipis but he would consider solar lights along the path. Commissioner Chandler-Henry stated that solar lighting was identified as a requirement. Commissioner McQueeney asked about the phasing and whether the barn was in phase 2 and if the barn required its own Special Use Permit. Mr. Hanagan stated that the full scope of the Special Use Permit would be approved at once. Commissioner Chandler-Henry asked about if the special use permit would run with the land. Mr. Hanagan stated that the use would run with the land unless otherwise dictated by a condition from the board. Commissioner Chandler-Henry asked about the annual reports and who would be reviewing them. Mr. Hanagan stated that a staff member most likely himself would review the annual report. The report was meant to alleviate any concerns by adjacent property owners. Commissioner Chandler-Henry thought it would be helpful to add the statement that"any violation would trigger a hearing". Mr. Hanagan stated that language in the condition would be added that mentioned the process by which if the conditions were not adhered to,the Commissioners could re-review the Special Use Permit. 4 04/04/2017 Chairman Ryan asked about the size and if any of the camp activities were near adjacent neighbors. Mr.Hunbert stated that property was 40 acres and surrounded by BLM for the most part.The tipis and activities were located as far as possible from adjacent property owners. Commissioner Chandler-Henry stated that Phase 1 map only had four(4)tipis and Phase 2 had eight(8). Mr. Hanagan stated that the applicant did not have a phasing plan so in theory it did not matter. The applicant was limited to 12 dwelling units, or 48 beds/visitors. The barn was not considered one of the 12 dwelling units. There were no size limitations on the barn. Commissioner Chandler-Henry asked if engineering staff had any concerns. Nicole Mosby, Staff Engineer stated that road was maintained once a year and traffic was the biggest concern. Chairman Ryan proposed removing the Roaring Fork Valley Planning Commissions conditions. Commissioner Chandler-Henry concurred as the conditions did not refer to any of the County Standards. Chairman Ryan opened and closed public comment, as there was none. Commissioner McQueeney believed Mr. Hunberst sound study was creative. The proposal was a nice community recourse and she appreciated that the facility would be available for kids. The road plan was good and the annual report would address any road concerns. Commissioner Chandler-Henry valued the County wide strategic goals and the county valued public lands and environmental stewardship and the application did a good job of promoting those values. She believed it was an exciting project and was happy to vote yes. Chairman Ryan agreed with her fellow commissioners and was prepared to vote yes. Commissioner McQueeney moved to approve file no.ZS-6549 Ajax Children's Adventure Camp incorporating staff findings and staff's proposed eight(8) conditions. The application meets all the standards for approval of a Special Use Permit and authorize the Chair to sign the accompanying resolution. Commissioner Chandler-Henry seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. There being no further business before the Board, - =: was adjourned until April 11, 2017. & 4 *4 Attest: / /, * c I , _ _A./ArA ler "o the Board Chairm.l b 5 04/04/2017