Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout1968-06-26 PZC MINUTESPage 1058 X. ICRPC Mrs. Romans stated that the ICRPC is considering a new method of financing their program, and have suggested a mill levy assessment against participating cities and counties. The maximum levy would be proposed at .75 mills. She asked if possibly the members were interested in inviting Mr. Smith or Mr. Johnston, staff members of ICRPC, to a meeting to explain and dis- cuss this proposal? Mr. Lone stated that he felt the way it was prese ~ted at the ICRPC meeting that it was a back-door approach to Urban Cooperative government. Mr. Carlson commented that he had viewed the budget of ICRPC with and without this /proposal, and that he felt that this is a good idea. Further discussion followed. Membe ~s again suggested possibly some date in July for a meeting with Mr. Smith or Mr. Johnsto*, and directed Mrs. Romans to make the arrangements. XI. PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT. Mrs. Romans gave members a copy of a Planned Unit Development which Mr. Howard Osborne, a part-time employee of the Planning Department, has written. Mr. Osbor e used this subject for his Architectural Thesis at Colorado University, and she felt tha ~ the City might take advantage of the extensive study and research that has been put into this report. She stated she is suggesting a meeting on June 12th to review this matter. Discussion followed. Members agreed that a dinner meeting at 6:00 P.M. or 6:30 P.M. would e satisfactory. The meeting adjourned at 9:45 P.M. / Gertrude G. Welty Recording Secretary I I MEMORANDUM TO THE ENGLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL REGARDING ACTION OR RECOMMENPATION OF THE CITY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION. I DATE: June 5, 1968 SUBJECT: I VACATION OF WEST GRAND AVENUE BETWEEN BROADWAY-AqOMA RECOMMENDATION: I Touchton moved: / Parkinson seconded: The Planning Coilll.llission recommend to the City Co~ncil that the 30 ft. right-of-way on West Grand Avenue between South i roadway and South Acoma Street be vacated, with easements retained until such time as the utility departments are willing to release such easementf, inasmuch as there appears to be no problem of accessibility to be caused by this vacation, and adequate access is available from the north at Chenango Avenue and from the south at Belleview Avenue to adequately , serve the neighborhood. The motion carried unanimously. By Order of the City Planning and Zoning Commission. Gertrude G. Welty Recording Secretary I * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION JUNE 26, 1968 I I. CALL TO ORDER. The meeting was called to order by Chairm~n Woods at 8:00 P.M. Members present: Members absent: Carlson; Lone; Lentsch; Parkinson; Woods Criswell, City Attorney Romans, Ex-officio Touchton I Mr. Woods welcomed the audience to the meeting, and introduced the members of the Commission and staff to the audience. I I - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -T II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. Mr. Woods stated the Minutes of June 5, 1968 were to be considered! for approval. Lentsch moved: Carlson seconded: The Minutes of June 5, 1968, be approved as wr/itten. The motion carried unanimously. ----------- - -- - I I I I I I Page 1059 III. ROBERT W. PORTER 3100-3200 Blocks South Clarkson St. REZONING R-1-C to R-3-B CASE #15-68A May 1, 1968 Parkinson moved: Carlson seconded: The Public Hearing be opened. The motion carried unanimously. Mr. Woods asked Mrs. Romans for a summary of the request. Mrs. Romans stated that Mr. Porter, the applicant, who resides at 6038 South Pennsylvania, Littleton, has filed application for rezoning of Lots 10, 11, 12, Block 20, Evanston Broadway Addition, on May 1, 1968. The request was for a change of zone from R-1-C (single-family residential) to R-3-B (Multi-family Residential). Mr. Porter was advised by the staff of the policy adopted by the City Council in 1957, and as amended in 1962 and 1966, which policy sets forth the opposition of the City to "spot zoning", and states that rezon ing requests should encompass an area -equal to an entire city block, and be contiguous to like or compatible zoning. After consideration of this policy, Mr. Porter decided to amend his application to encompass the 3100 and 3200 blocks of South Clarkson; this would then be an extension of tlE R-3-B zoning which presently exists south of Floyd Avenue, and his application would comply with the intent of the existing City policy for rezoning procedures. She stated the reason Mr. Porter has given on his application for the request is: "To construct a 17 unit apartment house 3 stores high, parking for 20 automobiles." Mrs. Romans pointed out that the zoning to the north, west and east of this area is R-1-C, single-family residential. To the south, it is zoned R-3-B, multi-family residential. She stated the property was posted on June 3, 1968, and has been posted since that date, and that public notice was given in the Englewood Herald on June 10, 1968. Mr. Woods asked for the proponents of the rezoning to speak. Mr. Porter, 6038 S. Pennsylvania, stated that he is [in] partnership with Mr. McConnell, owner of Lots 10, 11, and 12, Block 20, Evanston Broadway Addition, and that they want to build a 17 unit apartment house on these three lots. He stated that it is Mr. McConnell's feeling that to build a single-family home on this property would be "over-building" for the area. Mr. Porter stated that they have a signed contract with the Ensign Construction Company for the construction of the apartment house, and have obtained financing from Empire Savings and Loan for the project. He presented a petition signed by 75 persons in the area in favor of the rezoning request. He stated that he feels there is a need and demand for this type of zoning and the developments that it will permit. He stated that the character of the area is changing, and feels that this will justify the rezoning request, that the development is desirable and necessary for the general area; he also feels it is in general harmony with the area, where there are two schools in the immediate neighborhood, in close proximity to Swedish Hospital, and within a few blocks of Porters Hospi t al. He stated the apartment house would be owner-managed. Mr. Porter presented a folder of pictures which he took of houses within the area, and of apartment houses at other locations which are similar to the one he proposes to build on the aforementioned site. Mrs. Ruth Parent 3200 S. Clarkson Mr. Lathrop 3228 S. Clarkson - Mrs. Carol Golus 3195 S. Clarkson - stated she had signed the petition in favor of the rezoning, but has since received further information, and is against the rezoning. She asked that her name be removed from the petition in favor of the re- quest. stated he was in favor of the request. He stated there would have to be provisions for living quarters for people who will be working in the City. He stated he is in favor of progress, and that with the shopping center and the employees it is bringing into the City, we are going to have to provide homes for these people. He is in favor of the R-3-B zoning. asked if a 17 unit apartment house would be constructed on every vacant lot? Mrs. Romans pointed out that Mr. Porter, at this time, is concerned with the property at 3142 South Clarkson, but that if the rezoning request is approved, any permitted use in the R-3-B District could be constructed on the vacant lots if they met the standards set forth in the Zoning Ordinance. RESIDENT 3269 S. Clarkson - Mr. Lunders 3280 S. Clarkson Mr. Zabel 3156 S. Clarkson stated he had lived there 20 years, and he th inks the area should be re- zoned. He pointed out that there are now some parking restrictions be- cause of the apartment houses which are further south. stated he was in favor of the rezoning. He feels the R-3-B classification would increase the value of the property. stated he understood that if the apartment zoning was approved, the alleys would have to be paved. Mr. Criswell stated that the City Council may order the paving of any street or alley and assess the abutting property owners for the improvements. Mr. Criswell stated that the property owners may petition the City Council for paving, or it may be at Council initiation, but in any event, the final decision is at the Council level, and is not dependent upo n the zone classification. Mr. Zabel stated that he has 75' frontage on his property. He has ample parking for his personal use, but if additional apartment uses are permitted in this area, parking will be a problem. He stated that one-way streets are being introduced in the area, and parking will be more restricted than it now is; however, he stated that with additional apartment houses, they should have to provide their own off-street parking area. Also, the assessed valuation should rise, and this would possibly help on the tax situation. Page '1060 Mr. Woods asked for those in opposition to speak. Mrs. Ruth Metsker 3126 S. Emerson - Mr. Mumma 3150 S. Clarkson - stated she felt that if the assessed valuation rose, so would the taxes. She wants to stay in her home. If more people are brought into the neigh- borhood, there will be mo~e noise. She was opposed. stated that petitions had been circulated by several ladies, and asked that these petitions in opposition to the rezoning be received. Three petitions bearing 128 signatures were filed with the Commission. Mrs. Pritzel 3101 S. Clarkson - Mrs. Helen Mumma 3150 S. Clarkson - Mrs. Ruth Parent 3200 S. Clarkson - Mrs. Pritzel 3101 S. Clarkson - Mr. Brumbalow 3080 S. Clarkson - Mrs. Golas 3195 S. Clarkson - Mrs. Metsker 3126 S. Emerson - Mrs. Parent 3200 S. Clarkson stated that even if the valuation on the property rose, she didn't feel it would do her any good; she felt it would be harder to sell the home if they should decide to do so. She stated that she lived two blocks from one school, and was unable to get her children into that school be- cause of crowded conditions. stated this was an area of single-family homes. She stated there was no public transportation in the area; there has never been an accident with children crossing the street, but with more apartments coming into the area and more traffic, she didn't feel the children could make it across the streets. She said she didn't want apartments in the area. felt that home owners would take care of their property, whereas apart- ment dwellers are transient, and not as likely to have an interest in their residence. pointed out that they have problems with water pressure at the present time, and this situation would become worse with apartments. stated he felt there was plenty of room for apartment construction in areas that are already zoned for R-3 development. stated she didn't feel the proposed zoning would be right for the area; the increased traffic would cause the streets to deteriorate much more rapidly. The area within and adjacent to the 3100 and 3200 blocks of .South Clarkson is a quiet residential area, and should remain that way. stated the area to the south of Floyd Avenue is presently zoned R-3, and asked why additional R-3 zoning is creeping into the R-1 areas? asked if paving for the multi-family residential areas was the same as for the single-family areas, or if it was more similar to the paving re- quired in commercial and industrial areas? Mr. Criswell stated that multi-family residential areas are not considered to be "commercial" and would, therefore, have no effect on the type of paving that would be required on streets. Mrs. Mumma 3150 S. Clarkson - Mr. Pritzel 3101 S. Clarkson - Mrs. Schliecker 3138 S. Clarkson Mrs. Lacy stated the petitions they presented had 128 signatures on them. She stated there weren't too many homes with two · families living in them since people quit renting basements. She stated it is a nice, clean neighborhood, and she would like to see it remain that way. She has lived there for 30 years. stated that people were talking about the beautification of the Platte River, and asked why they hadn't thought about putting apartments along. the river? stated she was opposed to the rezoning. 3170 S. Washington -stated she would like to see this area remain single-family. Mr. Mumma 3150 S. Clarkson - Mrs. Noller 3251 S. Clarkson Mrs. Martin 3151 S. Clarkson Mrs. Metsker 3126 S. Emerson - stated that one-bedroom apartments would not be rented to "families", but to single people. He feared there would be a parking problem, especially if there should happen to be two single people occupying an apartment. He stated that there could be up to 34 extra cars in that neighborhood, and that he did not feel that parking could be provided for all of these cars on the 75 ft. site. stated she had signed the petition in favor of the rezoning, as did her husband. They wou~d like their names removed from that petition, as they are now opposed. They bave recently put a new addition on their home, and would like to see the area remain a single family area. stated she was ag?inst the rezoning. stated that with apartments, they would either have too many children for the now over-crowded schools, or too many cars, or both. I I I I I I Page 1061 Mr. Woods asked Mr. Porter if he would like to say anything in rebuttal? Mr. Porter asked that names on all the petitions be checked. He pointed out that Clarkson is a through street, and there will be considerable traffic on that street under any circumstance. Mr. Lunders stated that everyone was saying the apartment zoning would raise taxes; he aska:l if the Commission had any idea how much the taxes would be raised, if any? Mr. Woods stated that the Commission was concerned with the question of zoning, and that he had no idea if the taxes would be raised,· or how much ~ Mr. Yates 3089 S. Clarkson -asked how Clarkson could be considered a through street, when the 2900 block ends in a "dirt trail"? Mrs. Mumma agreed, and stated that Clarkson stops at Dartmouth, Floyd, Hampden, and she doesn't think it could be called "through". Mrs. Romans stated that Clarkson was classified as an arterial from Belleview Avenue north to Highway 70; from Highway 70 no~th to Yale Avenue, it is classified as a collector street because it does not extend at this time north of Yale. Mr. Breymer 3210 S. Washington -stated he did not see why taxes would rise; he figured the apartment building would probably cost $100,000 to construct, and felt it should bring the taxes down; he was in favor of the rezoning. Mrs. Stimpfling 3035 S. Clarkson -stated that anything that raised taxes only "put more people on the payroll" and did not give any reduction to the property owners. Mr. Woods asked that those persons in favor of the rezoning raise their hands. There were 19 persons indicating they favored the rezoning. Mr. Woods asked that those persons in opposition to the rezoning raise their hands. There were 29 persons in opposition to the rezoning. Mr. Lathrop stated that if it was found that more room was needed in the schools as a result of apartment developments, the City and State would see that this was provided. Mr. Yates replied that by the time such additions were made to the schools, the children of most of the owners in the area now would be out of school, and would not benefit from it, but the property owners would still have to pay the bill. It was asked if only persons liviqg "within" the area could be considered in voting on the rezoning question? Mr. Criswell stated that the Supreme Court has held that persons who live near the property under consideration for rezoning have the right to be heard and considered. Parkinson moved: Lentsch seconded: The hearing be closed. The motion carried unanimously. Parkinson moved: Lone seconded: The rezoning request be tabled for further study and consideration; a decision possibly to be given at the meeting of July 10, 1968. The motion carried unanimously. IV. OFF-STREET PARKING PLAN 3601 S. Clarkson CASE #20-68A Mrs. Romans reviewed the consideration given the off-street parking plan for the proposed medical clinic at 3601 South Clarkson Street which was presented for approval by the Com- mission at the meeting of June 5, 1968. She stated that she had written a memo to the Director of Public Works and the Chief Building Inspector, setting forth the Commission's conc.ern about the location of some of the access points to site. She stated that the. contractor was in the office and discussed the matter of relocation of the curb cuts with her, and stated that he would discuss the matter with the doctors and occupants of the proposed clinic. Nothing further has been heard to this time. Mr. Lone stated that he had viewed the site, and tried the turn where the one curb cut is proposed (the northernmost cut on South Clarkson), and there is not two car lengths from the corner to the cut, and he did not see that there was any possible way to have a safe curb cut in that location. Further discussion followed. No action was taken. - -- ---·-- - V. FLOYD AVENUE AGREEMENT Mrs. Romans reviewed the meeting of May 29, 1968, at which time Mr. Davis and Mr. Mateyka were present to discuss the landscaping of the Floyd Avenue Parkway. The Commission at that time felt that a detailed plan must be presented before approval of the concept of a "mini- park'' rather than a screening strip could be given. She stated that Mr. Mateyka had con- tacted her since, and was concerned about the possible cost of such a detailed plan; he felt it would be much more to the advantage of the City to put the $500 to $1,000 it would cost for the plan into the plantings in the parkway. Discussion followed. Mr. Parkinson stated he did not see how the Commission could possibly give approval without a definite plan, and that such a plan must be in existence, inasmuch as Mr. Mateyka does have a list of what he plans to plant in the larger "islands". Mr. Lentsch asked if there had ever been a specified amount of money allotted for this project? Mrs. Romans stated that she was not aware of a specific amount of money allotted. Page 1062 Mr. Carlson and Mr. Lone agreed with Mr. Parkinson that a plan is necessary pefore the City . gives approval, and that they feel that a plan to some detail would have had to have been prepared to present to the developer of New Englewood, and there should, therefore, be a plan already prepared that could be presented to the Commission. Further discussion followed. The Commission agreed that the Planning Director, working with Mr. Mateyka, the City Attorney , and the Parks Director, should try to develop an acceptable plan, and report back to the Com- mission. VI. REFERRAL FROM BUILDING DEPARTMENT CASE #22-68 10-story apartment house -3535 S. Delaware St. Mr. Joe Leuzzi and Dr. Robert Campbell were present for this discussion. Mrs. Romans stated that a memo had been received from Mr. Beryl Wallace, Chief Building Inspector, in regard to a proposed 10-story apartment building at 3535 South Delaware. This is an R-3-B area, but the regulations in the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance as they apply to the R-3-B District do not permit construction of thie height. Correspondence in reference to this referral is as follows: "June 21, 1968 To Mrs. D. Andrews Romans, Planning Director From Beryl A. Wallace, Chief Building Inspector Subject: Proposed Apartment Building at 3535 South Delaware. We have a request from Mr. Donald Marshall, Architect, for permission to erect a 10-story apartment building at 3535 South Delaware Street. This is in an R-3-B zone. As you know an apartment building of this height is not allowed in any zone in the city. Ps I have mentioned before we have had some requests for hi-rise apartment locations. I am referring the preliminary plot plan and a typical floor plan of the proposed building for the consideration of the Planning Commission. Perhaps it is possible, if the Planning Commission sees fit, to recommend to the Council, for a special ordinance. Mr. Marshall indicates that it is likely that the existing 50 ft. by 75 ft. medical building shown on the plot plan will be removed and incorporated in the new building. The overall height of the proposed building has been indicated as 118.5 feet. A copy of Mr. Marshall's letter and my reply are attached. Sincerely, Beryl A. Wallace BAW /ss" "June 18, 1968 Mr. Beryl Wallace Building Department City of Englewood Englewood, Colorado 80110 Dear Mr. Wallace: Attached please find one copy of preliminary plans for a ten-story apartment building to be located at 3535 South Delaware, Englewood, Colorado. It is requested that you examine these plans and give your preliminary approval for. the construction of this project. Thank you. Sincerely, Donald L. Marshall, A.I.A. bb Att." "June 21, 1968 Mr. Donald L. Marshall, A.I.A. 3395 South Bannock Street Englewood, Colorado 80110 Dear Mr. Marshall: I have looked over your preliminary plan . for -the 10-story apartment building and I am sorry to inform you at the present time we have no area in the residential zones that permits this type of building. However, I hav.e sent a copy of your letter and the plan you submitted to the Planning Direc.tor to see if there is any way the situation can be remedied. A copy of my letter is attached. I suggest you contact Mrs. Romans in the immediate future to see if any other information :is necessary at this time. The next meeting of the Planning Commission is June 26, 1968. Sincerely, Beryl A. Wallace Chief Bu.ilding Inspector BAW /ss" Mr. Woods asked Mr. Leuzzi if he wished to speak. I I I I I I Page 1063 Mr. Leuzzi stated that he and his clients are of the opinion that this area needs additional housing, that property is scarce, and to provide this housing, hi-rise apartments will have to be considered. He felt the trend in Englewood had been started with the approval of the Continental National Bank, and feels that the future of Englewood will require more high rise buildings. Discussion followed. It was pointed out that the Continental National Bank is located in a B-1 (Business) zone district, which has a provision for height exception if approved by the Planning Commission. Mrs. Romans pointed out that there are provisions for height exception if, for every foot of height the limitation is exceeded, an extra foot of setback must be provided, and felt that this possibly sbeuld be a case for the Board of Adjustment and Appeals. Discussion followed. Mr. Criswell stated that if the Commission felt it advisable to recommend the amendment of the Zoning Ordinance, that the provisions f o r height exception which are found in the B-1 District could also be incorporated into the R-3-A and R-3-B Districts; this should take care of this situation and future requests for high-rise apartments. Mr. Lone commented that by amending the Ordinance in this manner, such requests would come to the Commission rather than the Board of Adjustment, and asked if the Commission felt they wanted to consider all requests for heights above the 35 ft. limit? Mr.Criswell stated that if such a request were to go before the Board of Adjustment and Appeals, that the property owner would have to prove "hardship" to obtain a variance, which might be difficult to do. Further discussion followed. Parkinson moved: Lentsch seconded: The Planning Commission consider amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to allow .high-rise buildings to be constructed in the R-3-A and R-3-B (Multi-family residential) zones by incor.porating the same standards as set forth in the B-1 Zone District into the R-3-A and R-3-B Districts; public hearing to be set for July 24, 1968. The motion carried unanimously. .-- --- - - - - --- - VII. BERNICE BUCHLER 3602 South Acoma Mn:i. Romans read the following letter from Mrs. Bernice Buchler: "Mrs. Dorothy Romans Member, Ex-officio, Planning Commission Englewood City Hall 3400 South Elati Street Englewood, Colorado 80110 Dear Mrs. Romans: Re: 3602 South Acoma Street Proposed Construction, Professional Building CASE #23-68 It is my understanding that the Englewood Planning Commission will meet this evening, June 26, 1968, and I hereby request that you, as a member ex-officio thereof, bring to the attention of the Commission, the following facts. The professional building at 3580 South Broadway, Englewood, Colora do , which is occupied by C. Charles Buchler, Victor N. Nilsen, and myself, is located in the path of the highway development for Broadway access and will very soon be taken by the Colorado Highway Depart- ment. After investigating many properties, I purchased the corner of South Acoma Street and Jefferson Avenue, being 3602 South Acoma Street, for the construction of a small replacement professional building, all in accordance with R-3B zoning. Every attempt was made to purchase adjoining property but. it was impossible to acquire additional area. I am, therefore, desirous of constructing a rectangular structure, approximately 1,400 square feet on ground floor, full basement with utilities located therein, all setbacks as prescribed by Ordinance, with on-site parking for eight cars. However, inasmuch as the site includes an area of approximately 6,400 square feet instead of 9,000 square feet, I am requesting from the Board of Adjustment and Appeals a variance from the 9,000 square feet requirement. The Hearing before said Board is set for July 1, 1968, at 8:00 P.M. I would appreciate your asking the Commission to consider the above facts and to advise me by letter if the Commission considers the proposed construction a reaso nable and desirable development for the 3600 block on South Acoma Street. Yours very truly, Bernice M. Buchler BMB /lm June 26, 1968" Mr. Criswell stated he did not feel the Commission had any provision to take action until they had received a request from the Board of Adjustment and Appeals to do so. Discussion followed. Mr. Lone commented that he didn't feel the Commission should make a recommendation to the Board of .Adjustment and Appeals. Mrs. Romans commented that she , felt the Commission was already on record as regarding the proposed use proper, when they included it_as a p~r­ mitted use in the R-3-B Zone District under the provisions of the 1963 Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. Lone moved: Parkinson seconded: The Planning Director be instructed to answer Mrs. Buchler's letter and indicate that it is the feeling of the Planning Commission that they have no basis to consider the matter until they are requested to do so by the Board of Adjustment and Appeals; a copy of both letters is to be forwarded to the Board of Adjustment. The motion carried unanimously. -- - ----- - - --- --- ---- Page 1064 VIII. COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE. Beauty Shops in R-3 Zones Mrs. Romans read the following letter from Mrs. Roback: 11 3447 South Grant Englewood, Colorado June 25 , 1968 Dorothy Romans Planning Director Englewood, Colorado Dear Ms. Romans: Case #24-68 It is my understanding that you are now considering a general revision of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. As you know, the present ordinance prohibits a beauty shop as a home occupa- tion in the residential districts. I am a licensed beautician, and have a home at 3447 South Grant Street which could be remodeled to provide an area in the basement for a shop, which would be separate from the living quarters. It would have an outside entrance, but would not interfere with my neighbor's privacy. I would not hire any other employees. The present zoning is R-3-B, a multi-family district, which permits uses that I feel are of a nature that would create more traffic than a beauty shop run by one person which would primarily serve the people in the adjacent neighborhood. There is commercial zoning on the south end of this block. I would like to request that the Planning Staff and Planning Commission consider in their review of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, the possibility of either extending the com- mercial zoning in the 3400 block on South Grant Street north to Girard or to permit a beauzy shop as a home occupation at least in the multi-family districts, which are generally in a location and of a nature that this use would be compatible. Thank you for your considerations in regard to my request, I hope to hear from you soon. Very truly yours, Mrs. W. J. Roback (Nilah)." Mrs. Romans stated she thought the matter could be considered in the revision of the Ordinance , and that it might have merit, were it to be approved in the multi-family residential areas, which do permit certain uses, the external effects of which are of this nature. IX. ICRPC Mr. Lone discussed the proposal of the Denver Regional Council of Governments; he feels that it does have potential. It will allow a municipality or county to join, or withdraw from a special district if they feel their program is better. The matter of levying a .75 mill levy has raised the question of authority on the part of the Council of Governments to do this, or would this power have to be done by the state and be state wide? Discussion followed; Mr. Carlson stated he could visualize instances where statewide benefits could be obtained from this program. Mrs. Romans stated that Mr. Smith, Executive Director of the Denver Regional Council of Governments, has agreed to meet with the Commission on July 17, to discuss the program. She also stated that she had polled Commission members for their recommendation as to whether the City of Englewood should be a participating member for the fiscal year of 68-69, and it was the feeling of the members that the City should participate and pay their membership dues. The results of this poll have been referred to the City Manager's Office. X. MISCELLANEOUS. Mr. Lentsch asked what had been done about the problem of outside storage in the 3500 block of South Br.oadway? Mrs. Romans stated she had referred the matter to the Public Works Dir- ector and Building Department. Mr. Lentsch stated that the property has not been cleared. Mr. Lone stated that Mr. Stephenson, 3051 South Broadway, is again displaying his merchandise on the sidewalk. He agreed that this would not be done when the use was approved by the Commission. Mr. Criswell stated that the trial on the Carey Site would begin on July 1, 1968. Mr. Carlson asked about the Capital Improvements Program, and asked when the Commission was to consider it? Mrs. Romans stated that she had talked to Assistant City Manager Mack, and the Department Heads will be at the meeting on July 10, 1968 to discuss Capital Improvements. Lentsch moved: The meeting be adjourned. The motion was seconded, carried, and the meeting declared adjourned at 10:30 P.M. Gertrude G. Welty Recording Secretary * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** I I I