Fraser public meetings in 2023

Planning Commission

The Fraser Planning Commission scheduled a regular meeting for Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at Fraser Town Hall and virtually. The agenda indicates that this meeting was canceled. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed because the session did not take place.

• Meeting Canceled

Public Arts Committee

The Public Arts Committee is meeting to discuss the Fire And Ice 2024 event. The agenda also includes a consent agenda and a review of future agenda items.

• Discussion of Fire And Ice 2024

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on December 6, 2023, to discuss and possibly act on several items, including a proposed Downtown Development Authority (DDA), a revised official zoning map, adoption of 2021 International Building Codes, and multiple contracts and agreements. The agenda also includes consent items, an open forum, and a branding presentation.

• Ordinance No. 505: Establishment of Downtown Development Authority and calling an election
• Ordinance 503: Adopting a revised Official Zoning District Map (public hearing)
• Ordinance 505: Adopting by reference the 2021 International Building Codes
• Resolution 2023-12-05: Contract with Metron for meter replacement installation
• Resolution 2023-12-01: Deferral of plant investment fees for 406 Zerex

Planning Commission

The Fraser Planning Commission will discuss possible changes to maximum height and density in the Land Development Code and potential updates to the Town's Architectural Design Guidelines. The agenda also includes approval of the consent agenda, which features a resolution on the Three Mile Plan, and an open forum for public comment. No final decisions are listed; items are for discussion and possible action.

• Discussion of possible changes to maximum height and density in Land Development Code
• Discussion of potential updates to Town of Fraser Architectural Design Guidelines
• Consent agenda includes PC Resolution 2023-11-01 Three Mile Plan
• Approval of October 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Open Forum for public comment

Public Arts Committee

The Public Arts Committee is meeting to discuss the Fire And Ice 2024 event. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and a single discussion topic.

• Discussion of Fire And Ice 2024

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the 2024 budget and consider resolutions to levy property taxes, appropriate funds, and summarize revenues and expenditures. They will also discuss several agreements, including a snow sculpting championship contract, a GIS contract, and multiple lease and license agreements, plus a draft ordinance to establish a Downtown Development Authority. The rezone of properties into the Riverwalk District is postponed to December 6, 2023.

• 2024 Budget Hearing and resolutions for property tax levy, fund appropriations, and revenue/expenditure summaries
• Resolution 2023-11-16: Agreement with Snow Creations for Colorado State Snow Sculpting Championship
• Resolution 2023-11-06: GIS contract with Northwest Colorado Council of Governments
• Resolution 2023-11-07: 200 Eisenhower Lease Agreement
• DRAFT Ordinance 504: Establishment of Downtown Development Authority and calling an election

Joint Facilities Oversite Committee

The Joint Facilities Oversight Committee is meeting to review a proposal and cost breakdown for the Industrial Pre-Treatment Program. The committee will also discuss the 2024 draft budget for the Joint Facilities Fund.

• Industrial Pre-Treatment Program proposal, technical memo, and cost breakdown
• Joint Facilities Fund 2024 Draft Budget

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees will hold a workshop on the 2024 budget and a regular meeting with public hearings and possible actions. Items include a liquor license for Simple Coffee, approval of final plats for Alpenglow Planning Area 2W.2, formation of a Downtown Development Authority, and property sales with Byson Real Estate. The agenda also includes an executive session on negotiations.

• Public hearing on Simple Coffee beer and wine liquor license application
• Resolution 2023-11-02 approving final plats and final planned development plan for Alpenglow Planning Area 2W.2
• Resolution 2023-11-03 authorizing Town Manager to sign engagement letter with Butler Snow LLP for Downtown Development Authority formation
• Resolution 2023-11-05 approving real estate contracts with Byson Real Estate CO. for sale of properties (Mural Park, Art Center Park, Clayton Court)
• Resolution 2023-11-04 appointment to Fraser Donor Advised Funds Committee

Board of Adjustment

The Fraser Board of Adjustment is holding a special meeting with a largely procedural agenda, including roll call, agenda approval, consent agenda, and approval of the September 27, 2023 minutes. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of September 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Consent agenda
• Open forum for public comment

Planning Commission

The Fraser Planning Commission will discuss and possibly act on a resolution recommending a revised official zoning district map that would rezone a significant area in the town. They will also hear presentations on potential changes to maximum height and density rules, current variance criteria, and possible updates to architectural design guidelines. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• PC Resolution 2023-10-01 recommending adoption of revised official zoning district map (rezoning from RMU to RW)
• Presentation on possible changes to maximum height and density in Land Development Code
• Presentation on current variance criteria
• Discussion of potential updates to Town of Fraser Architectural Design Guidelines

Public Arts Committee

The committee will discuss next steps for the Billy Joe Miller Sculpture and the Fire And Ice 2024 event. The meeting also includes a welcome for April Obermeyer.

• Billy Joe Miller Sculpture discussion
• Fire And Ice 2024 discussion
• Welcome for April Obermeyer

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees will hold a workshop on water strategy and a regular meeting covering routine approvals, a liquor license check-in, and several action items. Key decisions include authorizing a contract with American Ramp Company for a bike park and discussing formation of a downtown development authority.

• Resolution 2023-10-05 authorizing town manager to contract with American Ramp Company (bike park)
• Discussion on forming a Fraser Downtown Development Authority
• Tin Cup Tavern check-in with Liquor Licensing Authority
• Trustee health insurance discussion
• Public Arts Committee appointment (April Obermeyer)

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting with a workshop on the 2024 budget, followed by discussion and possible action on several items, including an ordinance amending alcoholic beverage regulations, a resolution adopting an economic development policy, a request for economic incentives from Koselig on Main, a resolution committing to increase affordable housing, a contract with Conroy for utility infrastructure at Lion's Ponds bathroom, and a letter opposing changes to transportation planning region boundaries. The board will also hold an executive session for a town manager review.

• 2024 Budget workshop
• Ordinance No. 502 amending Chapter 6 Article 4 regarding alcoholic beverages
• Resolution 2023-10-01 adopting Fraser Economic Development Policy
• Koselig on Main economic incentives request
• Resolution 2023-10-02 commitment to increase affordable housing

Board of Adjustment

The Fraser Board of Adjustment is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing and vote on four height variance requests for properties owned by Meyer, Ski Broker, and Sumrall. The board will consider resolutions approving or denying the variances, based on staff reports and legal memos. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from 2018 and an open forum for public comment.

• Public hearing on height variance for Meyer, Ski Broker, and Sumrall
• BOA Resolution 2023-09-01 (Meyer Lot 1)
• BOA Resolution 2023-09-02 (Meyer Lot 2)
• BOA Resolution 2023-09-03 (Ski Broker)
• BOA Resolution 2023-09-04 (Sumrall)

Planning Commission

The Fraser Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with routine items like approving minutes, followed by a discussion on the scope of work for the Comprehensive Plan update. The agenda includes no other substantive items, and the meeting is open for public comment.

• Discussion and possible action on Comprehensive Plan Update - Scope of Work
• Approval of minutes from August 23, 2023

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees will hold a workshop on the Downtown Fraser Vision, then a regular meeting with a continued public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. 501, which would remove the Riverwalk Mixed Use Overlay District, add a new Riverwalk District, and require ground-floor commercial uses along Highway 40 and Clayton Court. The board will also discuss a parking study scope, review the 2022 audit, and consider several surety reductions for development projects.

• Ordinance No. 501: Removing Riverwalk Mixed Use Overlay District, adding Riverwalk District, requiring ground floor commercial along Highway 40 and Clayton Court
• Resolution 2023-09-05: Surety reduction for Elk Creek Condominiums at Grand Park Phase 4 Lots 6 & 7
• Resolution 2023-09-06: Surety reduction for Grand Park Drive Connector
• Resolution 2023-09-07: Surety reduction for water and sewer infrastructure at Byers Peak Ranch Filing 2 Parcel 2, Mill Ave Apartments
• Resolution 2023-09-08: Town of Fraser Fund donor advised fund agreement with Grand Foundation

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 501, which would remove the Riverwalk Mixed Use Overlay District, add a new Riverwalk District, and require ground-floor commercial uses along Highway 40 and Clayton Court. The board will also consider a tavern liquor license for Birdie Lounge, approve a major site plan for Wapiti Vista Townhomes at 832 Wapiti Drive, and vote on a contract for utility infrastructure at Lions Pond bathrooms.

• Public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. 501 removing Riverwalk Mixed Use Overlay District, adding Riverwalk District, requiring ground-floor commercial along Highway 40 and Clayton Court
• Public hearing and possible action on Resolution 2023-09-01 approving tavern liquor license for Birdie Lounge LLC
• Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2023-09-02 approving major site plan for Wapiti Vista Townhomes at 832 Wapiti Drive
• Resolution 2023-09-03 contract with Conroy for Lions Ponds bathroom utility infrastructure
• Resolution 2023-09-04 referring proposed sale of town-owned park property to an election

The Board of Trustees approved a resolution to put the proposed sale of town-owned park property to a public election. Other actions included approving a liquor license for Birdie Lounge and a site plan for Wapiti Vista Townhomes.

• Approved Resolution 2023-09-04 to refer proposed sale of town park property to an election (4-2)
• Approved Resolution 2023-09-01 Tavern Liquor License Application for The Birdie Lounge LLC (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-09-02 Major Site Plan for Wapiti Vista Townhomes at 832 Wapiti Drive (6-0)
• Appointed Anastasia Cesnik to the Public Art Committee (6-0)
• Appointed Trustees Cerkvenik and Quinn to the 2024 Budget Committee
• Continued public hearing on amending Chapter 19 of the Municipal Code regarding the Riverwalk District (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Fraser Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution recommending approval of a major site plan for the Wapiti Vista Townhomes at 832 Wapiti Drive. The commission will also discuss a resolution recommending approval of the Riverwalk Overlay District, which would require ground-floor commercial uses. The agenda includes consent items, open forum, and other business.

• Public hearing on major site plan for Wapiti Vista Townhomes, 832 Wapiti Drive
• Resolution 2023-08-01 recommending approval of the Wapiti Vista Townhomes site plan
• Resolution 2023-08-02 recommending approval of Riverwalk Overlay District and requiring ground-floor commercial
• Draft ordinance amending Chapter 19 regarding Riverwalk Mixed Use Overlay
• Consent agenda includes approval of July 26, 2023 minutes

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a Major Site Plan at 832 Wapiti Drive and a code amendment regarding the Riverwalk District. The Riverwalk proposal includes removing the Mixed Use Overlay District and requiring ground floor commercial along Highway 40 and Clayton Court.

• Approved Resolution 2023-08-01 recommending approval of Major Site Plan for Wapiti Vista Townhomes at 832 Wapiti Drive (5-0)
• Approved PC Resolution 2023-08-02 recommending a code amendment to remove Riverwalk Mixed Use Overlay District and add Riverwalk District with ground floor commercial requirements (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including July 26, 2023 minutes (5-0)

Public Arts Committee

The Fraser Public Arts Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss several items, including a proposed sculpture by Billy Joe Miller, a recap of the 2023 FMMF event, and planning for Fire and Ice 2024. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and other routine business.

• Discussion of Billy Joe Miller sculpture
• FMMF 2023 recap
• Fire and Ice 2024 planning

The committee selected the 'sun ray cat' as the preferred option for the Billy Jo Miller sculpture. Members also discussed planning for the Fraser Mountain Mural Festival and the Fire & Ice Festival.

• Approved the agenda (5-0)
• Approved the consent agenda (5-0)
• Selected 'sun ray cat' as the preferred Billy Jo Miller sculpture option
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Joint Facilities Oversite Committee

The Joint Facilities Oversight Committee is meeting to review and potentially act on several items, including the 2022 Joint Facilities Fund audit, a service agreement with Hensel Phelps, and follow-up reports from Jacobs and Tetra Tech on engineering recommendations. The committee will also consider a recommendation for an Industrial Pretreatment Program. This is a regular meeting with both in-person and virtual attendance options.

• 2022 Joint Facilities Fund Audit Letter
• Hensel Phelps Service Agreement
• Jacobs Study Recommendations Response
• Tetra Tech Follow-Up Report
• Industrial Pretreatment Program Recommendation

The committee approved the first task of the Industrial Pretreatment Program, focusing on industrial user identification and categorization. The phase is expected to cost $42,500. The 2024 draft budget was presented for approval by each entity at their respective regular meetings.

• Approved August 17, 2023 minutes as amended
• Approved first phase of Industrial Pretreatment Program cost allocation ($42,500 total: 45% Town of Fraser, 45% Grand County #1, 10% Winter Park Ranch)

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees will hold a workshop on the Lions Ponds Master Plan, then a regular meeting with a public hearing and possible action on a conditional use permit for 214 Byers Avenue. The consent agenda includes surety reductions for Elk Creek Condominiums at Grand Park phases 3 and 4. Trustees will also discuss the Treasurer's report, a land exchange, and a Joint Facilities Oversight Committee agenda.

• Public hearing on conditional use permit for 214 Byers Avenue
• Resolution 2023-08-05 for 214 Byers Avenue conditional use
• Surety reduction for Elk Creek Condominiums at Grand Park Phase 4 Lots 6 and 7
• Surety reduction for Elk Creek Condominiums at Grand Park Phase 3 Lots 4 and 5
• Discussion of land exchange

The Board of Trustees approved a conditional use resolution for 214 Byers Avenue and two surety reductions for Elk Creek Condominiums. The Board also reached a consensus to create a ballot initiative for a land exchange at Mural Park for the November 2023 election.

• Approved Resolution 2023-08-05 214 Byers Avenue Conditional Use (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-08-04 Surety Reduction for Elk Creek Condominiums Phase 3 Lots 4 and 5 (5-1)
• Approved Resolution 2023-08-03 Surety Reduction for Elk Creek Condominiums Phase 4 Lots 6 and 7 (6-0)
• Consensus to create November 2023 ballot initiative for Mural Park land exchange

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved the appointment of the Town Treasurer and updated authorized users for five town bank accounts. The board also approved the Browns Hill Booster Pump resolution via the consent agenda.

• Approved Resolution 2023-08-02 Browns Hill Booster Pump (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-08-01 Appointment Town Treasurer (6-0)
• Approved updating authorized users for Colorado Trust, US Bank, Bank of the West, Citywide Bank, and United Business Bank accounts (6-0)
• No action taken on Mill Apartments Quarterly Service Fees

Planning Commission

The Fraser Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a resolution recommending approval of a conditional use permit for 214 Byers Avenue. The agenda also includes a workshop on zoning, approval of previous meeting minutes, and other routine business. The main action item is the conditional use permit, which will be discussed and possibly voted on.

• Resolution 2023-07-01 recommending approval of a conditional use permit for 214 Byers Avenue
• Public hearing and possible action on the conditional use permit
• Workshop on zoning
• Approval of minutes from May 24, 2023 meeting

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a Conditional Use Permit for a two-story addition and reduced front setbacks at 214 Byers Avenue. The commission also held a workshop to discuss an amendment to the Riverwalk Mixed Use Overlay District.

• Approved Resolution 2023-07-01 recommending a Conditional Use Permit for 214 Byers Avenue (5-0)
• Approved May 24, 2023 minutes (5-0)

Public Arts Committee

The Fraser Public Arts Committee is meeting to discuss updates on Mural Fest 2023, including logistics and Justin Brown's business mural, as well as early planning for Fire and Ice 2024. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and other routine business.

• Mural Fest 2023 logistics and to-dos
• Justin Brown's business mural
• Fire and Ice 2024 planning
• Approval of minutes from 7/6/23

The committee approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda. Members discussed Mural Fest 2023 and established the date for Fire & Ice.

• Approved Agenda (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (6-0)
• Set Fire & Ice date for January 13th

Board of Trustees

The Board approved final plats for Elk Creek Condos and authorized several grant applications for affordable housing and infrastructure. The Board also renewed the Tin Cup Tavern liquor license with a three-month probation period and specific operating conditions.

• Approved Resolution 2023-07-03 for Elk Creek Condos Final Plats and Planned Development Plan (7-0)
• Approved $10,000 funding for Winter Park Film Festival (6-1)
• Approved Resolution 2023-07-07 Tin Cup Tavern liquor license renewal with probation and midnight closing limit (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-07-05 Grant Application for Affordable Housing, Board Priorities and Infrastructure (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-07-06 DOLA Grant Authorization (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-07-09 Fraser Rebranding and Wayfinding Project (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permit application for 814 Byers Avenue (5-2)
• Voted for Joe Smyth for Mountain Parks Electric Director Election Runoff (4-3)

Public Arts Committee

The Fraser Public Arts Committee is holding a special meeting with a discussion item on FMMF 2023, along with other business and future agenda items. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Discussion of FMMF 2023
• Consent agenda
• Other business
• Future agenda items

The committee approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda. Members discussed preparations for Mural Fest 2023 and noted that Fire and Ice 2024 is scheduled for February 10th.

• Approved Agenda (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for June 28, 2023, was canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Board of Trustees

This agenda is mostly procedural. It announces that three or more trustees may attend the Colorado Municipal League Annual Conference in Aurora from June 25-29, 2023, and lists the next regular Board of Trustees meeting on July 19, 2023. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Colorado Municipal League Annual Conference, June 25-29, 2023, Gaylord in Aurora, CO
• Next Board of Trustees meeting: Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider approving the Victoria Village Master Plan, an attainable housing project. The board will also discuss a funding request from the Winter Park Film Festival, renew the Tin Cup Tavern liquor license, and consider several resolutions including a pavement maintenance contract and a parking lot development agreement.

• Public hearing and possible action on Resolution 2023-06-03 approving the Victoria Village Master Plan
• Discussion and possible action on Winter Park Film Festival funding request
• Tin Cup Tavern liquor license renewal
• Ordinance 500 amending dollar limits for theft and damage to property offenses
• Resolution 2023-06-04 for pavement maintenance contract and Resolution 2023-06-05 for County Road 804 parking lot development agreement

The Board approved the Victoria Village Master Plan and a parking lot development agreement for County Road 804. Trustees also passed an ordinance revising dollar limits for theft and property damage offenses and approved two special event permits.

• Approved Resolution 2023-06-03 Approving Victoria Village Master Plan (6-0)
• Approved Alcohol Beverage Festival Permit for Picnic in The Park (6-0)
• Approved Fraser Artisan Bazaar Special Event Permit (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 500 revising dollar limits for theft and damage to property (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-06-04 Pavement Maintenance Contact (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-06-05 County Road 804 Parking Lot Development Agreement (6-0)

Public Arts Committee

The Fraser Public Arts Committee is meeting to discuss the 2023 Fraser Mural Fest, including its budget, declined and replacement artists, help with frame assembly, and proposed mural locations. They will also touch on Fire and Ice 2024 and other business. The agenda is mostly discussion items, with no final decisions listed.

• Discussion of FMMF 2023 budget
• Discussion of declines and replacements for Mural Fest artists
• Help with frame assembly during Mural Fest week
• Review of proposed Mural Fest locations
• Discussion of Fire and Ice 2024

The committee decided to place the Billy Jo sculpture between the Lions ponds. Members also coordinated logistics for Mural Fest 2023, including artist housing, correspondence, and signage.

• Determined Billy Jo sculpture will be placed between the Lions ponds
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees is holding a retreat to review the past 12 months, discuss board policies and procedures, and receive updates on several key projects, including Victoria Village, economic incentives, a new public works facility, financial strategies, and the Lions Ponds Master Plan. The agenda is a mix of presentations and discussions, with no formal votes or public hearings scheduled.

• Victoria Village project update
• Economic incentives discussion
• New Public Works Facility proposal
• Financial strategies review
• Lions Ponds Master Plan update

Public Arts Committee

The committee met to review applications for Mural Fest 2023. No formal decisions or votes regarding the applications were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees will hold a workshop on development fees, then a regular meeting with public hearings and possible action on a conditional use permit for Wapiti Vista Townhomes at 832 Wapiti Drive and a rezoning of Clayton Court to Business District. They will also discuss a funding request from the Winter Park Film Festival and receive updates on several projects. The meeting includes an executive session for legal advice on litigation.

• Conditional Use Permit for Wapiti Vista Townhomes, 832 Wapiti Drive
• Ordinance 499: Rezoning Clayton Court to Business District
• Resolution 2023-06-01: Final acceptance and surety release for The Meadows at Grand Park Filing 1
• Winter Park Film Festival funding request
• Workshop on development fees

The Board of Trustees approved the rezoning of Clayton Court to a Business District and granted a conditional use permit for the Wapiti Vista Townhomes project. The Board also approved the consent agenda, including the final acceptance of The Meadows Filing No. 1.

• Approved Ordinance 499 Rezoning Clayton Court to Business District (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-06-02 Conditional Use Permit for Wapiti Vista Townhomes for one duplex and one single family home (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 2023-06-01 The Meadows Filing No. 1 Final Acceptance and Surety Release (7-0)
• Approved Northwest Transportation Planning Region Letter of Recommendation (7-0)
• Tabled Winter Park Film Festival Funding Request for discussion at the next meeting

Planning Commission

The Fraser Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several land-use items. Key items include a conditional use permit for Wapiti Vista Town Homes, a rezoning request for Clayton Court, and a public hearing on the final plat and plan for Elk Creek Condos. The commission will also appoint a chair and vice chair and approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Resolution 2023-05-02: Recommend approval of a conditional use permit for Wapiti Vista Town Homes at 832 Wapiti Dr
• Resolution 2023-05-03: Recommend approval of rezoning Clayton Court (Lots 8a and 8b)
• Public hearing: Recommend approval of final plat and plan for Elk Creek Condos Planning Area 4W.1
• Appointment of Planning Commission chair and vice chair
• Approval of March 22, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission recommended the approval of a conditional use permit for townhomes and a rezoning of Clayton Court. The commission also approved a final plat and recommended a final development plan for the Elk Creek Condos.

• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for Wapiti Vista Town Homes (7-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning Clayton Court from MDSF to Business (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat and recommended approval of Final Planned Development Plan for Elk Creek Condos Planning Area 4w.1 (5-1-1)
• Appointed Andy Miller as Chair (6-0)
• Appointed Bob Gnuse as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Approved March 22, 2023 minutes (6-0)

Public Arts Committee

The committee held a special meeting to discuss planning for Fire & Ice 2024 and Mural Fest 2023. No substantive policy or funding decisions were recorded beyond the approval of the meeting agenda.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with several resolutions for discussion and possible action, including adopting a water efficiency plan, a ten-year water capital improvement plan, and purchasing/installing a booster pump for the North Water Treatment Facility. The board will also continue a public hearing and consider a resolution on the first amendment to the consolidated service plan for the Byers View, West Mountain, and West Meadows metro districts. An executive session is scheduled for legal advice and negotiation strategy regarding the metro district service plan amendments.

• Resolution 2023-05-04: Annual maintenance and repair activities for the Fraser collection system
• Resolution 2023-05-05: Purchase and install additional booster pump for the North Water Treatment Facility (Excel Pump Services proposal)
• Resolution 2023-05-06: Adopting the Water Efficiency Plan
• Resolution 2023-05-03: Adopting the Water System Ten Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Continued public hearing and Resolution 2023-05-07 on First Amendment to Amended and Restated Consolidated Service Plan for Byers View, West Mountain, West Meadows Metro Districts

The Board approved a ten-year capital improvement plan for the water system and a service plan amendment for three metro districts. Additional resolutions regarding water system maintenance, a booster pump, and a water efficiency plan were also passed.

• Approved Resolution 2023-05-03 Adopting the Water System Ten Year Capital Improvement Plan (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-05-07 First Amendment to Amended and Restated Consolidated Service Plan - Byers View, West Mountain, West Meadows Metro Districts (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-05-04 Annual Maintenance and Repair Activities for The Fraser Collection System (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-05-05 Purchase and Install Additional Booster Pump for The North Water Treatment Facility (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-05-06 Adopting the Water Efficiency Plan (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees will hold a workshop on the 10-year Water Capital Improvement Plan, then consider resolutions to contract with Raftelis for a water and wastewater rate study and with Merrick for construction and inspections services. They will also discuss an ordinance amending water meter regulations. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and committee updates.

• Resolution 2023-05-01: Contract with Raftelis for water and wastewater rate study
• Resolution 2023-05-02: Construction and inspections agreement with Merrick
• Ordinance No. 498: Amending Chapter 13 Article 2 regarding water meters
• Workshop: Fraser 10-Year Water Capital Improvement Plan
• Proclamation: Annual Professional Municipal Clerks Week

The Board of Trustees approved three items: a contract for a water and wastewater rate study, a construction inspections agreement, and an amended water meter ordinance allowing licensed plumbers to perform maintenance. They also held a vote for the Mountain Parks Electric Director, won by Ryan Zorn.

• Approved Resolution 2023-05-01: Contract with Raftelis for water and wastewater rate study (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-05-02: Construction inspections agreement with Merrick (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 498: Amended water meter ordinance to allow licensed plumbing contractors to perform maintenance (6-0)
• Elected Ryan Zorn as Mountain Parks Electric Director (3 votes, Trustees Fisher, Quinn, Vandernail)

Planning Commission

This meeting was canceled and no business was conducted. The agenda contains only the meeting notice and cancellation notice.

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees held a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the First Amendment to the Amended and Restated Consolidated Service Plan for Byers View, West Mountain, and West Meadows Metro Districts. The Board voted to continue the public hearing.

• Approved the agenda (7-0)
• Voted to continue the public hearing regarding First Amendment to Amended and Restated Consolidated Service Plan - Byers View, West Mountain, West Meadows Metro Districts (6-1)

Public Arts Committee

The Fraser Public Arts Committee regular meeting scheduled for April 21, 2023, was canceled. No business items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees will hold a workshop on the Clayton Court rezoning at Michael and Baseline, followed by a regular meeting with public hearings on ordinances amending Chapter 19 (development improvements agreement and review process) and Chapter 14 (grease interceptors). They will also discuss industrial pre-treatment program options and a study on wastewater treatment plant governance. Consent items include final acceptance of Elk Creek Condos filings 3 and 4 and release of surety.

• Workshop: Clayton Court rezoning at Michael and Baseline
• Ordinance No. 496: Amending Chapter 19 on Development Improvements Agreement
• Ordinance No. 497: Amending Chapter 19 on Review Process changes
• Ordinance No. 495: Amending Chapter 14 on Grease Interceptors
• Discussion: Industrial Pre-Treatment Program (IPP) options and JFOC Independent Manager study

The Board approved ordinances regarding development improvements, the review process, and grease interceptors. Trustees voted to oppose a contract with FCS Group for a wastewater management study and recommended a specific industrial waste treatment option to the Joint Facilities Oversight Committee.

• Approved Ordinance No. 496 regarding Development Improvements Agreement (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 497 regarding Review Process changes (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 495 regarding Grease Interceptors (7-0)
• Recommended Option #1 (Treat Industrial Waste at WWTP) to the Joint Facilities Oversight Committee
• Opposed contract with FCS Group for regional wastewater management study (7-0)
• Approved motion to write a letter opposing SB213 (6-1)
• Approved Elk Creek Condos Filling 3 and 4 final acceptance and release of surety (7-0)

Public Arts Committee

The Fraser Public Arts Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss two main items: potential locations for the Bill Jo sculpture and planning for Mural Fest 2023. The committee will also approve the agenda, consider the consent agenda (including minutes from March 17, 2023), and handle other business and future agenda items. The meeting is open to the public, both in person at Fraser Town Hall and virtually via Zoom.

• Discussion of Bill Jo sculpture locations
• Mural Fest 2023 planning discussion
• Approval of March 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Consent agenda and regular agenda approval
• Other business and future agenda items

The committee determined the placement of the Billy Jo sculpture. Members assigned specific roles and logistics for Mural Fest 2023, including artist housing and signage.

• Determined Billy Jo sculpture will be placed between the Lions ponds
• Assigned artist correspondence duties to Callie McDermot
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a workshop on town code updates, followed by consent agenda items and several resolutions. Key actions include final acceptance of Grand Park at Elk Creek Filing No. 3, 4, and 5, an amended FY2023 budget, and a discussion on finance outsourcing options. The board will also hear updates from the library and fire district, discuss US Highway 40 potholes, a welcome campaign, and schedule a public hearing for metro district service plan amendments.

• Resolution 2023-04-01 amending and restating Resolution 2023-03-02 for surety reduction for Elk Creek Condominiums at Grand Park Lot 3
• Resolution 2023-04-02 final acceptance of Grand Park at Elk Creek Filing No. 3, 4, and 5
• Resolution 2023-04-03 amended Fiscal Year 2023 budget
• Discussion on finance outsourcing options, including proposals from Town of Fraser and GL Services
• Establishing date for Grand Park, West Mountain, and Byers View Metro District Service Plan Amendment public hearing

The Board approved a proposal from Caselle for finance outsourcing and scheduled a special meeting for April 26, 2023, to hold public hearings on five Metro District Service Plan amendments. The Board also approved the consent agenda and an amended meeting agenda.

• Approved proposal from Caselle for finance outsourcing (6-1)
• Scheduled public hearing for Metro District Service Plan amendments for April 26, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including March 15 minutes and Resolution 2023-04-01 (7-0)
• Approved amended agenda removing Resolution 2023-04-02 (7-0)
• Opened and closed emergency executive session regarding Metro District Service Plan (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Fraser Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and possible action on the preliminary plat and a recommendation for approval of the final planned development plan for Grand Park West Mountain Filing No. 1, Areas 10W and 11W. The agenda also includes a workshop on Clayton Court, approval of the February 22, 2023 minutes, and other routine business.

• Public hearing on preliminary plat and final planned development plan for Grand Park West Mountain Filing No. 1, Areas 10W and 11W
• Resolution 2023-03-01 to approve preliminary plat and recommend approval of final planned development plan
• Workshop on Clayton Court
• Approval of February 22, 2023 meeting minutes

The commission approved a preliminary plat and recommended a final plan for Grand Park West Mountain Filing No. 1. Additionally, the commission recommended that the Board of Trustees rezone Clayton Court to a Business District.

• Approved Resolution 2023-03-01 for Grand Park West Mountain Filing NO. 1 Areas 10W and 11W (6-0)
• Recommended to Board of Trustees to rezone Clayton Court from Medium Density Single Family (MDSF) to Business District

Public Arts Committee

The Fraser Public Arts Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss public art projects, including sculptures (with payments for 2023) and Mural Fest 2023. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting and other business.

• Discussion of sculptures, including Billy Jo and payments for 2023
• Discussion of Mural Fest 2023
• Approval of minutes from February 16, 2023

The committee discussed the 2023 Mural Fest scheduled for August 4-6, including the theme and award categories. Members also discussed sculptures and payments related to Billy Jo. No substantive policy or funding decisions were recorded.

• Approved the agenda (6-0)
• Approved the consent agenda (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda, open forum, and several discussion items. Key items include a US Forest Service update, a draft Water Efficiency Plan, the Treasurer's report, and Ordinance 494 amending the municipal code regarding business licenses. The board may take action on these items.

• Resolution 2023-03-05: Surety reduction for Rendezvous East Mountain Filing 12
• Discussion and possible action on Fraser Water Efficiency Plan draft
• Ordinance 494: Amending Chapter 6, Article 1 of the Fraser Municipal Code regarding business licenses
• US Forest Service update from Eric Freels
• Treasurer's report from Rob

The Board of Trustees approved Ordinance 494 to amend the municipal code regarding business licenses. The board also approved the consent agenda, including a surety reduction for Rendezvous East Mountain Filing 12. A public hearing for the Water Efficiency Plan will be scheduled within 60 days.

• Approved Ordinance 494 amending business license code (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including Resolution 2023-03-05 Surety Reduction for Rendezvous East Mountain Filing 12 (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, public forum, and several discussion items. Key actions include a possible resolution on a major site plan and final plat for 461 Muse Drive, an ordinance amending subdivision improvement agreement rules, and an updated open records policy. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and a change order for water planning.

• Resolution 2023-03-03: Major Site Plan and Final Plat for 461 Muse Drive
• Ordinance No. 493: Amending Chapter 19 regarding Subdivision Improvement Agreement
• Resolution 2023-03-04: Adopting updated Open Records Policy
• Resolution 2023-03-01: Change order to complete Water Efficiency Plan and 10-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Resolution 2023-03-02: Partial surety reduction for Elk Creek Condominiums at Grand Park Lot 3

The Board of Trustees approved Ordinance 494 to amend the municipal code regarding business licenses. The board also approved the consent agenda, including a surety reduction for Rendezvous East Mountain Filing 12. A public hearing for the Water Efficiency Plan will be scheduled within 60 days.

• Approved Ordinance 494 regarding Business Licenses (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda, including Resolution 2023-03-05 Surety Reduction for Rendezvous East Mountain Filing 12 (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Fraser Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approval of the final plat for 461 Muse Drive, a major subdivision. The agenda includes staff reports, site plans, drainage and geotechnical reports, and a draft resolution. Other items are routine, including approval of minutes and future agenda items.

• Public hearing on final plat for 461 Muse Drive
• Resolution 2023-02-01 for 461 Muse Drive final plat
• Documents include HOA declaration, mineral rights statement, and drainage report
• Consent agenda includes minutes from January 25, 2023

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a Final Plat and approved a Major Site Plan for a residential development at 461 Muse Drive. The project consists of two tri-plex residential buildings totaling six dwelling units on a 0.47-acre parcel.

• Approved Resolution 2023-01-01 recommending approval of Final Plat and Major Site Plan for 461 Muse Drive (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved January 25, 2023 minutes (7-0)

Public Arts Committee

The Fraser Public Arts Committee is meeting to discuss its sculpture program, including renewals and signs, and to plan the Mural Festival. The committee will also debrief on the Fire and Ice and Snow Sculpture event and explore how to use Picnic in the Park for fundraising. The agenda is mostly discussion items with no final votes or decisions listed.

• Discussion of sculpture program renewals and signs
• Planning for Mural Festival, including size, location, and additions like food trucks
• Debrief on Fire and Ice and Snow Sculpture event
• Exploring Picnic in the Park for fundraising with the Fraser Valley Arts (FVA)

The committee discussed the sculpture program, fundraising for Picnic In The Park, and mural festival planning. No formal policy decisions or funding approvals were recorded.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
• Determined FVA will set up a booth and provide an intermission announcement for Picnic In The Park
• Adjourned the meeting (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider Ordinance No. 491, which would amend building height regulations within the Victoria Village Overlay District. The board will also discuss a Department of Housing grant authorization for Victoria Village, a recreation district expansion request, a KFFR funding request, and a town manager contract approval.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 491 amending Chapter 19 Article 2 Division 2 regarding building height regulations within Victoria Village Overlay District
• Resolution 2023-02-03 authorizing a Department of Housing grant for Victoria Village
• Fraser Valley Metropolitan Recreation District expansion request (fitness area expansion project)
• KFFR funding request for 2023
• Ordinance No. 492 amending Chapter 19 regarding Subdivision Improvement Agreement

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees will consider several resolutions, including a water system model update, a construction guarantee agreement for the Middle Park Health Center, and a Victoria Village agreement. They will also discuss support for US 40 safety improvements and hold executive sessions on litigation and town manager recruitment.

• Resolution 2023-02-01: Water System Model Update
• Construction Guarantee Agreement for Fraser Middle Park Health Center
• Resolution 2023-02-02: Victoria Village Agreement
• Support for US 40 Safety and Mobility Improvements (RAISE 2023 grant)
• Executive sessions on litigation and town manager recruitment

The Board of Trustees approved agreements for the Victoria Village Master Plan and a water system model update. The Board also authorized the Mayor to sign a construction guarantee for the Fraser Middle Park Health Center, waiving the surety requirement. Additionally, staff were directed to begin hiring an in-house planner.

• Approved Resolution 2023-02-01 Water System Model Update (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-02-02 Victoria Village Master Plan Agreement (6-0)
• Directed staff to start the process of hiring an in-house planner
• Authorized Mayor to sign Construction Guarantee Agreement for Fraser Middle Park Health Center waiving surety requirement (4-2)

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to interview three town manager candidates: Chris Lowe, Michael Brack, and Guy Patterson. The board will also discuss and possibly act on Resolution 2023-01-04, a letter of commitment for an affordable housing grant application.

• Town manager interviews: Chris Lowe, Michael Brack, Guy Patterson
• Resolution 2023-01-04: Letter of commitment for affordable housing grant application
• Public comment period

The Board of Trustees approved a letter of commitment to support a grant application for affordable housing. The meeting also included interviews for the Town Manager position.

• Approved Resolution 2023-01-04 Letter of Commitment for Grant Application for Affordable Housing (4-0)

Public Arts Committee

The Fraser Public Arts Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss the Fire and Ice 2023 event and other business. The agenda includes roll call, approval of the agenda, and future agenda items. No decisions are listed; items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of Fire and Ice 2023
• Other business
• Future agenda items

The committee met for a special session to receive updates on Fraser Fire & Ice. No substantive policy decisions or approvals were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Fraser Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and possible action on a proposed amendment to building height regulations for Victoria Village. The commission will also consider approval of the November 23, 2022 meeting minutes. This is the main substantive item on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Victoria Village Height Regulation and possible action on PC Resolution 2023-01-01
• Consideration of minutes from November 23, 2022 meeting

The Planning Commission approved a resolution to increase the height limitation for the Victoria Village Overlay District from 45 feet to 55 feet. This change is intended to lower construction costs per square foot to support affordable housing development.

• Approved PC Resolution 2023-01-01 Victoria Village Building Height Amendment (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved November 23, 2022 minutes (7-0)

Public Arts Committee

The Fraser Public Arts Committee is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda and discussion items, notably the Fire and Ice 2023 event. The meeting is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed in the agenda.

• Discussion of Fire and Ice 2023
• Consent agenda
• Other business and future agenda items

The committee approved the meeting agenda and adjourned. No substantive decisions were recorded regarding the discussed topics of the Farmers Market, Mural Fest, or Fire & Ice.

• Approved the Agenda (7-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved a $10,000 donation and waived building permit fees for the Grand County Historical Association. The Board also approved Ordinance No. 490 regarding the Joint Facilities Oversite Committee. No changes were made to the vacant land service fee structure.

• Approved $10,000 donation and building permit fee waiver for Grand County Historical Association (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 490 Appointment to The Joint Facilities Oversite Committee (5-0)
• Decided no change to vacant land service fee structure
• Approved amended agenda and minutes (5-0)

Public Arts Committee

The Fraser Public Arts Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss the Fire and Ice 2023 event, along with other business and future agenda items. The meeting is open to the public and may be attended by members of the Fraser Board of Trustees.

• Discussion of Fire and Ice 2023
• Other business
• Future agenda items

The committee met for a special session and approved the meeting agenda. No substantive decisions or policy changes were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

Other Public Meetings Postings

The Fraser Mayor, Managers, and Commissioners are meeting to discuss several community topics, including the Community Wildfire Protection Plan, East Grand School District impact fees, short-term rental licensing and fees, and an update from the Fraser River Valley Regional Housing Partnership. The meeting also includes community updates and may be attended by members of the Fraser Board of Trustees.

• Community Wildfire Protection Plan discussion
• East Grand School District impact fees
• Short-term rental licensing and fees
• Fraser River Valley Regional Housing Partnership update
• Community updates

Board of Trustees

The Fraser Board of Trustees will hold a workshop on annexation, then a regular meeting with a public hearing on a liquor license for Solstice Bistro, a resolution for the sanitary sewer upgrade project, and other items. The agenda includes several routine approvals and an executive session for town manager recruitment.

• Public hearing and possible action on liquor license for BBQ Caboose LTD dba Solstice Bistro
• Resolution 2023-01-03 for Fraser Sanitary Sewer Upgrade Project
• Discussion on Northwest Colorado Council of Governments appointments
• Engage special counsel for Victoria Village
• Construction guarantee agreement for Fraser Middle Park Health Center

The Board approved a liquor license for Solstice Bistro and passed a resolution for the Fraser Sanitary Sewer Upgrade Project. The Board also appointed representatives to the Northwest West Colorado Council of Governments and identified five finalists for the Town Manager position.

• Approved liquor license application for BBQ Caboose LTD, dba Solstice Bistro (5-0)
• Appointed Trustee Gregory as NWCCOG representative and Town Manager as alternate
• Appointed Town Manager to the Economic Development District (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-01-03 Fraser Sanitary Sewer Upgrade Project (6-0)
• Approved engaging Special Council for Victoria Village at a rate not to exceed $400 per hour
• Withdrew motion to approve Construction Guarantee Agreement for Fraser Middle Park Health Center
• Determined five candidates to move forward to the Town Manager interview process