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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1975-01-27 (Special) Meeting MinutesSPECIAL MEETING: COUNCIL CHAMBERS CITY OF ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO JANUARY 27, 1975 The City Council of the City of Englewood, Arapahoe County, Colorado, met in special session on January 27, 1975 at 7:10 P.M. Mayor Taylor, presiding, called the meeting to order. The invocation was given by Councilman Howard Brown. The Pledge of Allegi znce was led by Mayor Taylor. The Mayo r asked for a roll call. Upon the call of the roll, the following were present: Council Members Jones, Sovern, Mann, Blessing, Brown, Clayton, Taylor. Absent: None The Mayor declared a quorum present. Also present were: City Manager Mccown Assistant City Manager Nollenberger City Attorney Berardini Director of Public Works Waggoner Deputy City Clerk Johannisson City Engineer Sagrillo * * * * * City Manager Mccown presented the first item on the agenda, the consi deration of a bid award for $1,550,000 for sewer revenue bonds to finance the City's share of the Bi-City Waste Water Treatment Plant. I City Manager Mccown introduced Mr. Walter Imhoff of Hanifen, Imhoff and Samford. Mr. Imhoff announced that the bid I had been awarded to the brokerage firm of E. F. Hutton. The overall percentage for the bond was 5.9J%. He stated that the City of Englewood bonds had been given a rating of "A" by Moody's and "A+" by Standard and Poore. He also stated that these bonds will be free from both the Federal income tax and the Colorado state income tax. He stated that the 5.93% given the Englewood bonds was extremely favorable compared to other bonds recently sold by other Colorado municipalities. A double A bond by Pueblo had a 6.08%. Recently Cherry Creek schools had a 6.29%. They are also rated double A. Mr. Imhoff recommended acceptance of the resolution. I I Meeting of January 27, 1975 2 In answer to Councilman Mann's question regarding the rating given our bonds, Mr. Imhoff stated that the percentage rate that we got indicates a more favorable rating than what the "A" actually shows. He went on to explain the computation or the average interest cost as shown in the Prospectus. RESOLUTION NO. 8, SERIES OF 1975 A RESOLUTION AWARDING THE BID ON SEWER BOND SALES TO FINANCE THE ENGLEWOOD SHARE OF THE BI-CITY WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT. (Copied in full in the Official Resolution Book.) COUNCILMAN JONES MOVED AND COUNCILMAN CLAYTON SECONDED A MOTION TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 8, SERIES OF 1975. Upon the call or the roll, the vote resulted as follows: Ayes: Council Members Jones, Sovern, Mann, Blessing, Brown, Clayton, Taylor. Nays: None Absent: None The Mayor declared the motion carried. * * * * * Mayor Taylor called a recess at 7:20 P.M. Council reconvened at 7:30 P.M. Upon the call of the roll, the following were present: Council Members Jones, Sovern, Mann, Blessing, Brown, Clayton, Taylor. Absent: None * * * * * COUNCILMAN BLESSING MOVED AND COUNCILMAN MANN SECONDED A MOTION TO OPEN A PUBLIC HEARING FOR PAVING DISTRICT NO. 22. Upon the call of the roll, the vote resulted as follows: Ay es: Council Members Jones, Sovern, Mann, Blessing, Brown, Clayton, Taylor. Nays: None Absent: None The Mayor declared the motion carried and the public hearing open. Meeting or January 2 7 , 1975 3 Mayor Taylor introduced the public hearing for Paving District No. 22 and he set the ground rules for the public hearing. He stated that this is a forum to get public opinion and the Council would not tolerate any abuse from individuals in the audience. City Manager Mccown gave background information regarding the paving district program. He stated that the paving districts started in 1956 and their purpose was to improve the streets, sidewalks, gutters and alleys in Englewood. In the early years of the paving districts, he stated that they were initiated by public petition, but in the last six years or so, they have been initiated by Council action. He stated that when a paving district is created, the Council cannot add any streets to the paving district, but they can consider the deletion of any street. He explained that the assessments depend upon cost factors. 1. The bid price; 2. How much the City absorbs in cost; J. Engineering; 4. Legal costs and mailing; 5. Title search. He stated that the City puts up a performance bond and makes certain guarantees on the work that is done. He went on to explain the procedure for determining the final assessment and the payment schedule for the paving district. Director of Public Works Waggoner was introduced. He detailed the Paving District No. 22. He explained the construction of the two types of streets, industrial and residential, and the basis for the difference in costs in each type of street. He then went into an explanation of the various methods for assessment. 1. The front foot assessment; and 2. The side street assessment. He stated that the City pays for all intersections, tree removal, and drainage improvements. He then introduced City Engineer Gene Sagrillo, who went into a detailed explanation of the different construction that would be required for the various streets in the paving district. Mayor Taylo r stated that in order to expedite the public hearing and to make it as orderly as possible, he would take each street separately and ask for comments both for and against the proposed paving. 1. South Acoma Street, from the south side of West Stanford Avenue to the north side of West Tufts Avenue. Robert Craig, 4556 So. Acoma, appeared before Council. He stated that he was a spokesman for a group of residents in the proposed paving area. He presented a petit~on signed by 17 of 22 families in the proposed paving area. All who signed were against the paving of that portion of South Acoma. Mr. Craig asked Director of Public Works Waggoner what, if any, load limit exists on that street, because many semi's have been using the I I I I Meeting or January 27, 197, 4 street in the recent past. Mr. Waggoner stated that that part of Acoma is not a truck route. He stated that through te•t hole• in the street, it was indicated that that portion or South Aoo•a was not up to standard as far as a street was concerned, and thl• was the basis for their deciding to include it in the pavtn district. Councilman Clayton stated that he lives in the blook being considered and he was one of five who did not sign. Tw or the other properties that did not sign are rental propertt Lida Schuster, 4542 So. Acoma, was recognized. S h asked who has the responsibility for patching the street when it is ripped up by the Public Service Company, by Bell Telephone, or by the Water and Sewer Departments? Director of Public Works Waggoner stated th at Public Service and Bell Telephone utilize private contractors in filling in any construction for which they are responsible. When sewer or water are involved, the City has the responsibility. Mrs. Cla rence McDaniel, 4564 So. Acoma, was recognized. She stated that they are currently paying for the paving of an alley and that an additional assessment at this time would be financially too much. She asked when the test holes for the paving of the s~reet were made, as two years ago two inches was the top that was indicated on the street when this portion of South Acoma was previously turned down for paving. Mr. Waggoner stated that two holes were made in 1972 and two holes were made in 1974 . 2. West Baltic Avenue, from the east side of South Zuni Street, to the west side of South Vallejo Street. Gerald Capesius, of West Warren Avenue, was recognized. He had questions regarding the cost of driveways and for surveys. Director of Public Works Waggoner answered his question about driveway cost. He also stated that City records are utilized for survey purposes. Mr. Capes ius stated that he was very much against the paving of that portion of West Baltic. Irving Mauck, 2285 West Iliff, was recognized. He stated that he was the owner of building sites on that portion of West Baltic and that West Baltic should not be paved until the lots are built on. ayor Taylo r asked if the paving of this street would improve the property value of his property. Mr. Mauch stated that at this time he did not think so. 512 Meetin~ of January 2 7, 1975 5 George Gorham, 1717 West Baltic, was recognized. He expressed his concern about the lack of maintenance for the street. He s t ated that if proper maintenance were given to the street, the condition would not be so bad. He asked if something might be done to improve the maintenance and also to do away with the extreme crown in the street. Director of Public Works Waggoner stated that he would have an answer for him. J. South Emerson Street, from the south side of East Girard Avenue to the north side of East Hampden Avenue. A letter was received into the record from Swedish Hospital signed by the Administrator, Mr. Lowell Palmquist. letter asked that this portion of Emerson Street be deleted the paving district until future plans for Swedish Hospital be finalized. The from can Assistant City Manager Nollenberger stated that he had talked with Mr. Palmquist, and that Mr. Palmquist said that a plan would be presented within 90 days regarding Swedish Hospital's future program. 4. South Galapago Street, from the north side of West Oxford Avenue to a distance of plus or minus 325 feet north. Mr. Mizel Riddle was recognized, representing his father, Guy Riddle, 767 West Oxford. He stated that he was against including this portion in a paving district because the street has access to nothing. He felt that it would be better to wait until there is a final decision on what was going to be done with the Oxford hill. He stated that his father is retired and the cost of this assessment would be approximately $8,000, which would be difficult for him to afford. Councilman Blessing stated that he lives in that area and he felt that Mr. Riddle has a valid argument. 5. West Iliff Avenue, from the east side of South Zuni Street to the west side of South Tejon Street. Paul Kreiger, 2111 West Iliff, was recognized. He was there on behalf of Donald Kelly of 2296 West Iliff. He stated that as far as they were concerned, the drainage in the area was OK and that the pavement on the street was adequate. He felt that at this time people could not accept an added assessment. Mr. Irving Mauck was again recognized who spoke for the inclusion of this portion of West Iliff in the paving district. * * * * * I I I I Meeting of January 27, 1975 6 Mayor Taylor called a recess at 8:52 P.M. Council reconvened at 9:05 P.M. Upon the call of the roll, the following were present: Council Members Jones, Sovern, Mann, Blessing, Brown, Clayton, Taylor. Absent: None * * * * * Mayor Taylor stated that the date change was required in the announcement of the public hearing to be held for the final passage of this ordinance. It was published as being on Monday, February 17, 1975. Because this is a legal holiday, the meeting will be changed to Tuesday, February 18th. * * * * * 6. West Lehow Avenue, from the west side of South Broadway to the south City limits at Big Dry Creek. No persons appeared. 7. South Pearl Street, from the south side of East Yale Avenue to the north side of East Amherst Avenue. Director of Public Works stated that he had received a call from a Mrs. Scott at 605 East Amherst who was against the inclusion of this portion of South Pearl because she could not pay the assessment. Edwin Young, 2770 So. Pearl, was recognized. He was a spokesman for a group of residents on that street who had had a block meeting to protest the inclusion of this portion of South Pearl in the paving district. He stated that they were of the opinion that this portion of South Pearl has held up well in the past. He stated that there are several people on the street who are retired or widowed and the cost of an assessment at this time would be difficult for them to pay. The majority of the people on the street are against the inclusion in the paving district. He offered an alternative and asked if the City would consider overlaying the street. He said the majority of the residents might consider this an acceptable alternative. Kr. Young also asked if the sidewalks might be repaired. Director of Public Works Waggoner explained the testing that was done on the street and in the City's opinion this was a sub-standard street that requires a complete paving job. An eeting of January 27, 1975 7 overlay at this time would only prolong what will be needed in the future. He stated that a few years ago the residents in the 2700 block of South Emerson got together, at their own cost, and had an overlay done. Mr. Young stated that it was their opinion that the City should absorb some of the cost because the damage was caused by heavy construction vehicles going to and from construction sites in the immediate area. A letter was received into the record from Mr. and Mrs. Ken Chelme, at 2766 So. Pearl, who expressed their protest at being included in the paving district. J. J. Huffmeister, 2730 So. Pearl, was recognized. He expressed his objection to inclusion in the paving district. He bas no objection to having the sidewalks fixed. In answer to his question regarding how long an overlay would last, Mr. Waggoner stated that he could not give him an answer because there are too many variables to be considered. Mr. Huffmeister stated that if there is no exception for an overlay, then some special financing should be considered for those with financial difficulties. In answer to his question on interest, Assistant City Manager Nollenberger stated that the interest would probably not be more than 6%. City Manager Mccown stated that he bad had conversation with the bonding attorney regarding the deferment of payments and that this program is under study at this time. Mr. Delos Reeder, 575 East Amherst, was recognized. He was for the inclusion of South Pearl in the paving district. He also stated that an overlay would probably be sufficient. 8. South Vallejo Street, from the south side of West Evans Avenue to the north side of West Iliff Avenue. No persons appeared. 9. West Vassar Avenue, from the east side of South Zuni Street to the west side of South Tejon Street. No persons appeared. 10. West Harvard Avenue, from the east side of South Zuni Street to the west side of South Tejon Street. r. Andy Rechak, 1725 West Harvard, was recognized, and he was in favor of inclusion in the paving district. r. Ramon Bitela, 2100 West Harvard, was recognized, and he was in favor of inclusion in the paving district. I I I I Meeting or January 27, 1975 8 Mr. Ernest Bliss, 2056 West Baker, was recognized. He is against inclusion in the paving district. He stated that he is already being assessed on West Baker and that West Baker, which was recently paved, already has cracks in it. He also stated that a neighbor, Mabel Wellington, was aginst the paving district. Mrs. Mossberge r, of West Wesley Avenue, was present to speak for Mr. Kisselman who is a neighbor and was not able to attend the public hearing. She stated that Mr. Kisselman is against inclusion in the paving district. He is on a fixed income and would not be able to afford the assessment. She stated that he is already being assessed on one side or his property. 11. West Baltic Avenue, from the east side of South Tejon Street to the west side of South Raritan Street. No persons appeared. 12. West Cornell Avenue, from the east side or South Tejon Street to the east side of South Shoshone S t reet. Pete Feichtinger, 325 Jackson Street, Denver, was recognized. He stated that he owns the property at 3050 South Tejon Street. He stated that he was opposed to being included in the paving district. He did ask if the Welbourne Company had requested that this portion of West Cornell be included in the paving district. Director of Public Works Waggoner stated that they had nothing to do with it. lJ. South Elati Street, from the south side of West Yale Avenue to the north side of West Bates Avenue. Mr. Delvin Smith, representing General Iron Works, was present. He stated that the General Iron Works is against the paving of this portion of South Elati as it is 73% owned by General Iron Works. He stated that the letter to the City completely outlines their objections to being included in the paving district. He said that there is little traffic on the street and what traffic there is, is from the General Iron Works people. Mr. Ron Fennel, General Manager for Bob's Auto Service, was recognized. He stated that his firm was for the paving district. He asked that Council look into the Colorado Air Pollution Control Commission regulations which require that streets be paved under certain traffic conditions. He also stated that there is a severe dust problem at his business because this portion of South Elati is not paved. Meeting of January 27, 1975 9 14. West Harvard Avenue, from the east side of South Raritan Street, to the west side of South Pecos Street. No persons appeared. 15. South Raritan Street, from the South side of West Warren Avenue, to the north side of West Iliff Avenue. No persons appeared. 16. South Raritan Street, from the south side of West Harvard Avenue to the north side of West Yale Avenue. John Reffel, of South Tejon Street, was recognized. He expressed his opposition to being included in the paving district. He expressed his concern about the economy and that he feels that because of these conditions it precludes having this portion of South Raritan being paved. Mayor Taylor aksed if having this area paved would improve his property value, and in the long run make money. Mr. Reffel answered in the negative, stating that he has no plans for development at this time, although this might happen in the future. 17. West Warren Avenue, from the east side of South Tejon Street to the west side of South Raritan Street. No persons appeared. 18. West Wesley Avenue, from the east side of South Raritan Street to the west side of South Pecos Street. Owen Cotter was recognized. He stated that he is the owner of a-1 of the north side of the planned paving. He stated that he is against being included in the paving district for three reasons. 1. Money. It would cost $15,000 in assessments for him to be included in the paving district. 2. He felt there is no advantage to him as a property owner to have it paved. J. The other side of South Raritan Street was not paved. 19. South Bannock Street, from the south side of West Tufts Avenue to the north side of West Union Avenue. No persons appeared. I I I I Meeting of January 27, 1975 10 20. South Pearl Street, from the south side of East Tufts Avenue to the north side of East Union Avenue. No persons appeared. A letter was received into the record from Roy and Barbara Smith, 4625 So. Pearl, expressing their opposition to inclusion in the paving district. A petition was received into the record signed by residents in the 4600 block of So. Pearl expressing their opposition to inclusion in the paving district. 21. South Washington Street, from the south side of East Stanford Avenue to the north side of East Tufts Avenue. No persons appeared. COUNCILMAN BLESSING MOVED AND COUNCILMAN MANN SECONDED A MOTION TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING ON PAVING DISTRICT NO. 22. Upon the call of the roll, the vote resulted as follows: Ayes: Council Members Jones, Sovern, Mann, Blessing, Brown, Clayton, Taylor. Nays: None Absent: None The Mayor declared the motion carried and the public hearing closed. City Manager Mccown stated that he would have comments and recommendations prepared for Council's consideration regarding Paving District No. 22. * * * * * COUNCILMAN MANN MOVED AND COUNCILMAN SOVERN SECONDED A MOTION TO ADJOURN. Upon the call of the roll, the vote resulted as follows: Ayes: Cotncil Members Jones, Sovern, Mann, Blessing, Brown, Clayton, Taylor. Nays: None Absent: None The Mayor declared the motion carried and the meeting was adjourned at 9:58 P.M.