Open Space Advisory Committee Meeting
Thursday April 5, 2012
6:00 pm, Regular Meeting
City Hall (Council Chambers)

Draft Minutes

 
Call to Order / Roll Call
The meeting was called to order at 6:05pm. Those in attendance were Dave Belin, Mark Dowling, Allison Hamm, Josh Abram, and Lynn Riedel. Also in attendance were Steve Kracha, City Council Member, Paul Knuth, Planning Commission Liaison, Jeff Moline, Open Space Superintendent, and Monte Stevenson, Parks, Open Space and Golf Director.

Items from the Public
Dick Schillawski, an unincorporated Boulder County resident, spoke with regards to the existing East Boulder County IGAs and Super IGAs as well as the need for updating the land use maps in the Comp Plan.

Approval of Minutes
A motion was made by Allison Hamm to approve the March minutes as written. Josh Abram seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

Josh Abram requested that a review of the bylaws be a future agenda item.

Reports
Monte Stevenson reported that City Council has adopted the Legacy Tax renewal as a 2012 goal.

A number of restoration projects are occurring at Harney Lastoka Open Space. Boulder County Parks and Open Space staff is completing the projects in-house. Dave Belin suggested scheduling a tour of the property once the projects are complete.

Monte reported that the barn project at Thomas Open Space is progressing and is on schedule.

Topics for Discussion
Members reviewed the suggested changes to the Comp Plan. A motion was made to forward LOSAC’s comments on the Comprehensive Plan update to the Community Development Department. It was suggested by members that an in-depth discussion on the East Boulder County IGAs and Super IGAs is needed with staff from the Community Development Department and the City Administrator.

Members discussed a simple and direct strategy for creating of the “story” illustrating the need for the Legacy Tax renewal so that a presentation can be made to City Council. Legacy has been the heavy lifter for land acquisition and POST has been the heavy lifter for maintenance expenditures.

Arbor Day is planned for Saturday, April 21 at the Coal Creek Trail at Avalon from 9-11am. Staff will make all necessary preparations.

Members provided comments on the Education and Outreach Plan.

A motion was made by Allison Hamm to approve the I Have a Dream Foundation as an Adopt-an-Open Space participant. Josh Abram seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

Member Updates
A review of the 2012 goals was tabled for the next meeting.

Dave Belin inquired if there is a possibility to partner with the recreation center during Turn Off TV week in May. Staff will work with Debbie Wilmot of the recreation center to work cross-promotional efforts.

A multi-jurisdictional Colorado Highway 7 meeting is scheduled for April 10. Additional public planning meetings will occur throughout the year.

Planning Updates and Review
No items were reviewed.

Next Agenda
A review of the bylaws, discussion of the East Boulder County IGAs with the City Administrator and/or the Community Development Director, a continued Legacy Tax renewal discussion, a review of Arbor Day, and a review of the draft wildlife management plan will be on the next agenda.

Adjournment
A motion was made by Mark Dowling to adjourn. Allison Hamm seconded and the motion passed unanimously.