2 - Draft Minutes - University Hill Commercial Area Management Commission - May 21, 2008 CITY OF BOULllER, COLORADO
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS MEF,TING MINUTES FORYI
NAME OF BOARD/CU~IIVIISSION: UNIVERSITY HII.1. COMMI+;RCIAL AREA
MANAGEMENT COMMTSSIOI\
NAME/TELEPHONE OF PI±.RSON PREPARING SUMMARY: Ruth Weiss 303-413-7318
NAMES OF MEMBERS, STAFF, ANll INVITED GUESTS PRESENT
BOAKU MEMBERS: DAHL, GKIFFIT'N, MILLER, MITCHF,LL, SHRtJM
STAFF: WINTER, CUNNINGIIAM, LANDRITH, R'EISS
GUEST(S): CURTIS , STOYVA
'1'l'PI? OF MEETING: MINUTES RECLTLAR:~IEETING: May 21 2008
AGENDA ITEM l -Roll Call: Meetuig called to order at 9:05 a.m.
AGENDA ITEM 2 -Approval of April 16, 2008 Meeting Minutes. (SEE ACTION ITEM BELOW)
AGENDA ITEM 3 -Public Participation: None
AGENDA ITEM 4 -Police Update: Winter updated that Wegscheider was unable to attend since two
officers are on medical leave. A CiJ -city staff' meeting was held regarding the end of the school year with
feedback that it went smoothly, without many problems. Shrum cvmmented on the Harvey )?pstein episode of
this week. Shrum continued that his van was parked on his property, the security company improperly booted
it, enforced outside of their contract, would not remove it anal they are paid per boot. Winter recommended
that the Epsteins call the police regarding unauthorized use of property by booting.
AGENDA I'T'EM 5 - UHNA Update: Griffith attended, meetutg began with a history of their
accomplishments over the years, i.e., the couch ordinance, snow removal policies and fee for clearing
sidewalks were discussed, concern with city spaces being cleared fast enough. Griffith looking for the
branding subculture of the hill via feedback. Mitchell voiced that foot traffic during snow could benefit from a
biodegradable traction product such as nutshells on the ice for the evening freeze. Graffiti on the north side of
Houlder has increased. Mitchell commented that if you deny a graffiti artist display of their artwork by speedy
removal, the artist s frustration would discourage further displays. Winter agreed that fast removal was a good
solution. Winter commented that the parking crew removes snow on the Hil] after lots and Fourth of July will
have a plant-clothes fireworks unit patrollutg. Stvyva arrived, voiced appreciation to those Commissioners for
their attendance at UHNA and alneed the fireworks were a concern for older residences. Miller remarked that
the zero -five year old age group are disturbed by the fireworks with Stoyva agreeing and mentioning that pets
have problems too. Winter mentioned previous "walkabouts" in the community by city staff, going door to
door, with a handout of rules to introduce new residences to the community. An awareness campaign
discussed that welcomes incoming students and sets eypectations to address excessive trash and the student's
responsibility. Stoyva voiced that a letter is distributed and Winter mentioned that Ten Korbelik could assist.
AGENDA ITEM 6 -Hill Alliance Update: Shrum attended, mentioned that the Fox manager revealed a
bartender was attacked by a former patron after work and are looking for a restraining order on the
individual. Shrum continued that the police had down played the event. Cunningham voiced that
Wegscheider was present at the event and that Wegscheider would be contacting the manager directly.
Shrum contutued the I-sill Fest was discussed; Cid Leeker will be participating as a co-chair with Meghan
Putnam. Shrttm is pursuing CU athletics involvement with businesses on the Hill. Dahl read a letter from.
a Hill resident, Sarah Morris, l 144 Lincoln Place, regarding Uni 1-Ii11 student trash and die lack of
responsibility of CU students. Winter offered to forward this letter to Jen Korbelik. Mitchell commented
on another residence with excessive trash and his proactive efforts to get it cleaned up via the property
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management of the property in question. Dahl suggested an awareness campaign.
AGENDA ITEM 7 -Parking Services Update: Winter commented the flowerpots have arrived, the
area by the underpass will be maintained by Parking Services, a meeting with the Parks to discuss the
landscaping of the area for minimal maintenance forthcoming, looking for a plan for tree replacement,
cigarette butts issue at the Fox was being handled well and staff continues to clean it up, and the Parking
Manager position has been posted, and sidewalks were power washed prior to graduation. Griffith
questioned the fund raising meters and Winter replied that a meeting with Karen Rahn was set for later this
week to address the issue. Winter voiced that Human Services Department was best suited to oversee such
funds and would prefer to move in this direction due to the numerous technical issues involved. Winter
continued that the donations are not huge.
AGENDA ITEM 8 -Matters from the Commissioners: Mitchell met with city attorney on the
cardboard recycling issue, has fete Turner committed fmancialiy to the project and needs to get a person to
run the equipment, and space for the equipment.
AGENDA ITEM 9 -Matters from the Director: Landrith gave an update on the CU Homecoming
Committee scheduled for the October 4 weekend, a paid director position authorized, meetings will be held
every two weeks, and the pep rally will take place on the Hill. Cid Leekcr accepted to continue his
internship throughout the summer, and he will co-chair Hill Fest. Miller duestioned the internship and
Lane responded that he will post it again, supply of candidates is there, and the intent was for three
semesters of internship. Lane continued that he struggled with having enough meaningful assignments to
keep an intern interested and busy. Miller commented that it might be an interesting outcome to inquire of
interns of their perception of how to bring more business to the I-Till. Winter suggested. caution and
perhaps the `greening of the hill' with the city and the Hill Alliance as a part of the job description.
Griffith has been uwestigating events, contacting other event promoters to use the Hill to run their events
or brought into the Hill environment. Mitchell question prizes for floats. Winter replied that CU funds are
used along with funds from the city. Winter mentioned that there are no grand prizewirulers but prizes are
distributed to many for various categories such as student groups, fraternities, sororities, and all groups
have generous prizes. City Council passed the NPP proposals and hopes to install by end of school year.
Bob Mouse died a couple weeks ago by accidental drownuig. CU plans a local memorial service. Winter
commented on the maintenance and marketing support by Parking Services, and mentioned that the credit
card fees are much higher than anticipated. Stoyva advised that June 8 is the Boulder ITistory event..
Meeting adjourned at 10:25 am.
MOTIONS: Miller made a motion to approve the April 16, 2008 meeting minutes, Mitchell
seconded. Approved unanimously.
FUTURE MEETINGS:
June 18, 2008 Regular Meeting Council Chambers
9:Q0 a.m.
APPROVED BY: UNIVERSI'T'Y HILL COMi : ZC AREA
M "I' COMMI SIGN
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Attest: /
Ruth Weiss, Secretary David Miller, Chair , l G . s
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