TC Minutes 07-14-1981L71
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
OF THE TOWN OF AVON - COUNCILMEMBERS
HELD JULY 14, 1981 - 7:30 P.M.
The regular meeting of the Town Councilmembers of the Town of Avon, Colorado
held their first meeting in the new Municipal Building, 400 Benchmark Road, Avon.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Alpi at 7:55 p.m. A roll call was taken
with the Councilmembers in attendance with the exception of A.J. Wells who was absent.
Also present were Town Attorney John Dunn as well as members of the press and public.
First on the agenda was Ordinance No.#81-22, Series of 1981, AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A
ZONING CODE FOR THE TOWN OF AVON; PROVIDING FOR ZONE DISTRICTS AND AN OFFICIAL MAP;
PROVIDING DEFINITIONS AND REGULATIONS; ESTABLISHING AN ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW BOARD;
OUTLINING ITS FUNCTION IN RELATION THERETO; AND PROVIDING PROCEDURES AND STANDARDS
THEREFOR; REGULATING AND REQUIRING OFF-STREET PARKING; REGULATING SIGNS; PROVIDING FOR
NON-CONFORMING USES AND STRUCTURES; WITH PROVISIONS FOR INTERPRETATION, REVOCATION AND
INVALIDATION OF PERMITS; PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION THEREOF; AND SETTING OUT
ADDITIONAL DETAILS IN RELATION THERETO.
The Town Attorney stated that this Ordinance was reviewed by the Design Review Board
(DRB)last Wednesday and that there were a number of objections raised by the DRB.
He stated that Terrill Knight, planning consultant, and himself discussed the matter
further and Terrill recommended some changes in some portions of the Ordinance. Some
of the revisions would be in regards to loading spaces, common wall, building height,
signs, decks, etc. The variance procedures were discussed.
After some discussion it was agreed that the Ordinance be tabled and put on the July
28th agenda.
Steve Erickson moved to table Ordinance No.#81-22, Series of 1981. The motion was seconded
by Larry Kumpost and was unanimously carried.
First reading of Ordinance No.#81-21, Series of 1981, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO.#81-13, SERIES OF 1981 TO REQUIRE SPRINKLING OF CONSTRUCTION SITES; AND PROVIDING
PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION HEREOF.
Sheila Davis moved approval of Ordinance No.#81-21, Series of 1981 on first reading.
The motion was seconded by Bill Doyle. A roll call was taken with all the Councilmembers
voting yes.
The Mayor reported that the Town had received a Public Notice which informed the Town
that Arrowhead was now attempting to form a Special District called the Arrowhead
Metro District which would include water, fire protection, roads, drainage, public parks,
recreation facilities, transportation and T.V. transmission.
The Mayor reported that Eagle County had informed the Town that they were resuming health
inspections in the area. That would include 2 inspections on food establishments per
year and 1 inspection for retail market per year.
The Avon Mall Committee met on July 2, 1981 to further discuss the construction of the
Mall and materials to be used.
Northwest Colorado Council of Governments(NWCCOG)were requesting funds for a District
Transportation Study. Councilman Erickson stated that basically this study would
deal with Rail Transportation.
The Police Department uniforms were discussed. The Officers were requesting that the
color of the uniforms be changed. After discussion the Council agreed. The colors would
be navy blue. The hat was questionable.
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The financial matters were next presented to the Council. The insurance for the new
municipal building was discussed. It was requested that Mr. Acosta check on the amount
of the coverage for the building and furnishings.
After discussion Steve Erickson moved approval of the Accounts Payables, seconded by
Larry Kumpost and was unanimously carried.
The dog control was discussed. Councilman Erickson stated that it should be patrolled
some what stronger. It was suggested that signs be made up and worded,"No unattended
dogs allowed.
The minutes of the June 23rd, 1981 meeting was next presented to the Council.
Steve Erickson moved approval of the minutes, seconded by Bill Doyle and was unanimously
carried.
There being no further business Steve Erickson moved that the Council adjourn and Bill
Doyle seconded the motion. The meeting was adjourned by Mayor Alpi at 9:30 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted:
Patricia J. Doyle, To Clerk
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