Carlie Speedlin Bangs

The agenda included an agenda approval, a consent agenda item regarding the November 4, 2025 minutes, and public comment. Action items focused on variance requests: one for front setback at 203 Cleave Street to allow construction of a patio and ADA accessible ramp, and another for variances related to parking expansion at 131 Stanley Ave, which included tree removal and parking area separation. Reports covered upcoming meeting items and new board member interviews. The minutes for the November 4, 2025 meeting involved the election of officers, approving the agenda, and addressing the variance requests for 1454 Narcissus Drive (building setback variances) and 131 Stanley Ave (parking expansion variances). Director Careccia requested feedback on staff reports, with a recommendation for the inclusion of plans and maps in future reports.

This Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) serves as a roadmap for the Town of Estes Park's major capital projects and acquisitions over a five-year period. It details planned investments across various departments including Community Services, Public Works, Internal Services, and Utilities, focusing on the maintenance, replacement, and expansion of capital assets. The plan aims to ensure high-quality, reliable services, align with the Town Board's Strategic Plan goals, and provide transparency on future capital needs, covering areas such as infrastructure, facilities, trails, stormwater management, street improvements, and utility upgrades.

The primary discussions focused on the proposed transition of responsibilities between the EPMFF board and museum staff, particularly concerning the outdated bylaws, committee structure, and the role of the fundraising chairperson, given that museum staff will now lead shop, membership, and fundraising activities. Benefits for the nonprofit status were outlined. The board also addressed the finalization of investment guidelines edits, with a draft due for committee review soon. A task was assigned for the completion of a two-year budget presentation on the website by year-end. Discussions on board recruitment emphasized seeking individuals with financial expertise due to the board's future focus on financials and investments. A primary request of $1500 was approved to cover merchandise orders and infrastructure needs for the museum shop, along with establishing a budget line item for future shop revenue availability.

The Planning Commission discussed the recommendation on the establishment of zoning for Elkhorn Lodge Phase II, the Development Code Update, and Future Meeting.

The Technical Review Committee (TRC) meeting for the Stanley Historic District includes introductions, agenda approval, and review of minutes from a prior meeting. A key action item involves the review of the Lot 2A Subdivision Plat for the Freelan Heights Subdivision, including a staff presentation, applicant team presentation, public comment, and committee discussion leading to a motion and vote. The committee will assess compliance with the Stanley Historic District Master Plan Development Standards and Design Guidelines.