HomeMy WebLinkAboutbocc.min.ws.04242012PITKIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WORK SESSION AGENDA �
Plaza One 1Vleeting Room
TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2012
11:00 AM SPECIAL MEETING — EXECUTIVE SESSION (brown bag lunch) John Ely
Citizen Boards
C.R. 5.24-6-402(4}(b)
Land Exchanges
CRS 24-6-402(4)(b) & (e)
OST Acquisitions Docket
CRS 24-6-402(4)(a)
Negotiations
CRS 24-6-402(4)(e)
ADJOURN SPECIAL MEETING
12:45 BREAK
1:00 OST & P&Z Citizen Board Interviews
• Anne Rickenbaugh
• John Howaxd
• Monty Thompson
• Michelle Boniils Thibeault
2:00 2012 Board Retreat Follaw Up Jon Peacock
3:15 BREAK
3:30 • Memos of Interest
o Comments RE: BLM Oil Shale and Tar Sands
Resources Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact
Statement (PEIS)
o Thank you Letter from Non Profits for Healthy
Community Fund Grants
• Future Agendas/Agenda Requests/Monthly Calendar
• BOCC O en Discussion
5:00 ADJOURN
AGENDA IS SUBJECT TD CHANGE
APPROVED BY BOCC
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Date: Apri124, 2012
Commissioners present:
� Jack Hatfield
� Rob Ittner
� George Newman
� Michael Owsley
� Rachel Richards
Meeting Start Time: 1:00 PM
Commissioners not present:
❑ Jack Hatfield
❑ Rob Ittner
❑ George Newman
❑ Michael Owsley
❑ Rachel Richards
WORK SESSION ITEM: Open Space and Trail and Planning & Zoning Citizen Board Interviews. The
Board interviewed Anne Rickenbaugh, John Howard and Michelle Bonfils Thibeault. Monty Thompson was
not in attendance at the meeting.
STAFF DIRECTION: The Board directed staff to prepare a resolution appointing the individuals that have
been interviewed to this point, with the exception of the Housing Board and the Grant Review Committee.
WORK SESSION ITEM: 2012 Board Retreat Follow Up
STAFF DIRECTION: Jon Peacock provided an update on items that were identified as strategic plan
initiatives at the Board's February Retreat. He explained for some items staff are requesting use of the strategic
initiative funds. He began his presentation with Focus area #1, Broadband, identifying a target of June 2012 for
having an understanding and plan of how Broadband can be expanded. This project is estimated to need
$16,000 in funding for a partnership on the project with the Aspen Strategy Center that can be funded by the
Translator Fund. Commissioner Ittner asked fox additional information on the Center. Discussion on current
proposed legislation related to the subject followed. Commissioner Richards recommended using the caucus
groups to communicate information on the project and to possibly distribute a survey to evaluate current service
level. The Board supported the project and the funds from the Translator Fund. Focus area #2 presented was
promoting the local economy. Jon identified the many parts that are inciuded in this area. He reviewed the
goals that had been established for Special Events. He identified the potential need for workshop time to further
refine the concept of community visioning. The Board expressed concern for staff capacity and directed that
this component action be delayed in lieu of advancing other activities. Discussion followed. Focus area #3 was
Community Housing and Jon identified that a competitive process will be used to ideritify a`real estate broker.
The Board expressed interest in representation in the broker selection process. Commissioner Hatfield, Ittner
and Newman offered to be participants in the process. A number of Brokers may be identified as a short list
which will be presented to the entire Board. The Board supported the RFQ being released. Focus area #4 was
healthcare options and $10,000 was requested to partner on facilitators and educational programs. The Board
supported the expenditure. Jon reviewed activities in focus area #5, community outreach and $8,000 in funding
needed for reprograming the layout of property tax bills and a general informational brochure. Commissioner
Owsley commented on the usefulness of the County's web pages in providing the community information. The
Board supported the expenditures identified. Jon identified the final focus area #6, capacity to respond to
threats to quality of life needs more workshop time. He also recommended this area can be advanced by
providing a$6,000 budget for travel for the purpose of communicating with state of federal officials as the
needs arise. The Board supported the budget ailocation for 2012.
WORK SESSION ITEM: Memos af Interest
STAFF DIRECTION:
1. Comments RE: BLM Oil Shale and Tar Sands Resources Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact
Statement (PEIS) — Ellen Sassano explained staff's prepared comments are related only to Colorado and
Oil Shale impacts. She stated staff are recommending alternative 3, the most restrictive, and the BLM's
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preferred alternative is 2B. She reviewed the comment letter prepared and stated the submittal deadline
is May 4. Discussion ensued. The Board directed edits and staff will revise and prepare for the Chair's
signature. Commissioner Richards asked if the Board was interested in signing onto the letter Wildlife
Federation. The Board stated a copy of the Board's letter should be sent and that individual Board
members may choose to sign on.
2. Thank you Letter from Non Profits for Healthy Community Fund Grants — informational only
WURK SESSION ITEM: Future AgendastAgenda RequestslMonthly Calendars
STAFF DIRECTION:
1. Jon Peacock announced changes in upcoming agendas.
2. Commissioner Hatfield questioned the June 27 Airport Master Plan Update. Jon stated that item may be
rescheduled.
WORK SESSION ITEM: BOCC Open Discussion
STAFF DIRECTION:
1. Jon Peacock announced staff are finalizing the joint meeting agenda with the City of Aspen.
2. Commissioner Richards stated 2012 is being recognized as the Year of Water. The Board supported a
proclamation be prepared and that Healthy Rivers and Streams Board be consulted.
3. Commissioner Newman asked about the OST project to build a bridge in Woody Creek. He stated
homeowners have not filed a plat adjustment needed to move the project forward. Staff will follow up
and will provide the Board with an update.
4. Commissioner Richards discussed a meeting she will be having on Thomson Divide with Mike King.
Adjourned at 4:43 PM to reconvene the SPECIAL MEETING and EXECUTIVE SESSION from earlier.
Prepared by:
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P yli attice, Assistant County Manager
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ichael M. Owsley, C airman
Board of County Commissioners
Respectfully submitted:
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Janice�✓Vos Caudill, Clerk and Recorder
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