Agendas/minutes. 1994-1995

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AGENDA

POUDRE RIVER TRUST Board of Directors Meeting

December 20, 1995 7a.m.

One West Contemporary Arts Center 201 South College Avenue

Fort Collins, Colorado

1. Call to Order /Introductions 2. Approval of November Minutes 3. GOCO Legacy Grant Proposal 4. Newsletter- Jenny

5. Timberline Extension Update - Ken

6. Rocky Mountain Aquarium Foundation - Letter of Support? 7. Financial Issues

a. Establishment of Money Market Account b. Treasurer Position

8. Status of National Heritage Area Legislation 9. Meeting Location for 1996

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Poudre River Trust

201 South College Avenue

Fort Collins, Colorado 80524

POUDRE RIVERTRUST Minutes of Meeting

held at

One West Contemporary Art Center Fort Collins, Colorado

November 13, 1995

Board members present were Jenny McGraw, Ken Ashley, Jeff Lakey, Brian Werner, Libby James, Brian Bourdages, Greg Lindsey, and Loring Knutson. Also in attendance were Howard Alden; K-Lynn Cameron, with the City of Fort Collins Park Planning and Development Department; Mike Trinen, from A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc.; and Glen Haas, Director of Colorado State University's (CSU) Environmental Learning Center.

Chairman Werner began the meeting by asking for approval of the October 18, 1995, minutes. There being no changes he asked that the minutes stand approved as submitted.

Chairman Werner then updated the Board on the status of Treasurer Dave Dunn. Dave has asked that the Trust look for a new 'freasurer beginning in 1996. Chairman Werner stated that Mr. Dunn has served as a volunteer in this capacity for almost 10 years and that he felt it was indeed time to look for another Treasurer. Following discussion, Jenny said that she would talk to her husband who is an accountant on potential alternatives for replacing Dave as Treasurer, if the Board chooses to go in this direction.

Chairman Werner then discussed a number of Board issues, including the expiration of the terms of Ken, Libby, and Jeff. After discussion, all three agreed to continue as members of the Poudre River Trust for another 3-year term. Chairman Werner then asked for discussion and nominations for a new Chairman and Vice Chairman for the Trust beginning in 1996. Following discussion, the consensus of the Board was to nominate and select by acclamation Jeff Lakey as Chairman of the Poudre River Trust and Jenny McGraw as the Vice Chairman. The Board also discussed the possibility of appointing a member as Secretary /'freasurer. They agreed to continue this discussion at a future meeting.

Chairman Werner then asked for discussion of RiverFest '95. He had previously mailed a copy of the final Financial Summary and asked if there were any questions. There being none, he asked Ms. McGraw for any comments she may have in regard to RiverFest '95. Jenny agreed to follow-up with Foxfire and Western Mobile in regard to their contributions and their eligibility for enterprise-zone credits. The Board also agreed to set the date for RiverFest '95 on Saturday, September 14. Chairman Werner next introduced former Board member Howard Alden for a discussion of the Poudre River Heritage Area status. Mr. Alden recapped with the Board the Heritage Area meeting that he had qrranged on October 30. He indicated the purpose of the meeting was to discuss the current status of legislation, the significance of that legislation. and the State Heritage Program. Howard indicated that there was good tum out at the meeting. Many federal and governmental agencies attended, including the U.S. Forest Service, Rocky Mountain National Park, State Parks, County Commissioner Disney, and Mayor Ann Azari. He summarized the key points of the meeting emphasizing that those in attendance considered the water heritage theme to be the primary purpose and that, regardless of national legislation, this designation should be pursued on a local level at a minimum. He indicated that the Park Service is still pushing for an overall heritage areas policy bill before they support the Cache la Poudre National Water Heritage Area as presently written. Chris Ford attended the meeting and discussed the status of State Heritage Area Program. Howard stated

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that it was the consensus of those present to move ahead on commemorating the Heritage Area theme and that Chairman Werner and Howard would work on this goal.

Chairman Werner next updated the Board on the National Water Heritage Area bill in Congress. He stated that he represented the Trust at a recent Congressional Hearing before Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell's Subcommittee. He indicated he had a chance to talk with Senator Brown about the status as well and reiterated to him the Poudre River Trust's desire to support him in his efforts.

Chairman Werner next introduced Mike 1iinen, who is a Vice-President with A G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. Mike began by saying he is familiar with non-profit organizations having set up money market accounts for similar organizations in the city. He suggested that the Trust may wish to look at a money market account which would provide a shorter-term, higher yield return than a checking account. Money market funds are presently yielding about 5.2 percent on a 30-day yield. He indicated that the minimum investment is $2500 and that checks could be written for a minimum of $250 from that account. Following questions, Chairman Werner said he and Jeff would meet with Mike to set up such an account and that they would be in touch with Treasurer Dunn to move that money into the money market account. In conclusion, Mike said he would be happy to work with the Trust in the establishment of such an account.

Chairman Werner then asked for discussion on the Adopt-A-River Program. Mr. Bourdages said that a few people showed up for the Saturday cleanup, although the weather was not cooperative. He said it was valuable because they got to walk through many of the areas and see just what kind of condition they are in. Howard indicated that he attended and that on the whole the city deserves a lot of credit for its upkeep of the trail areas. He suggested that the coordinators for each of the Adopt-A-River sections get together to meet. Chairman Werner asked Mr. Bourdages to include Maury Nelson and Dorothy Bland in any such effort. Jenny indicated that the newsletter would be the perfect vehicle to announce cleanups in the future.

Chairman Werner then asked Jeff for a discussion of the Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) Grant as part of their Legacy Program. Jeff said that he, Jenny, and Chip toured some potential areas and properties that the Trust might own in the future. One is near the Swanson Natural Area and the other near Bath Nursery. He stated that those three then met with Will Shafroth of GOCO about a possible Legacy grant request. The idea then materialized into working with partners in northern Colorado and these participants met to discuss the potential for a regional vision along the Poudre and Big Thompson Rivers. He stated that many others are still pursuing GOCO grants. Chairman Werner said a meeting was held by those organizations to coordinate an effort to submit one GOCO grant. He then introduced Glen Haas, who was representing CSU's Environmental Learning Center (ELC). Glen discussed a proposal that he would be submitting on behalf of State Parks. He indicated that previously he had not been aware of the Poudre River Trust's interest in land acquisition. He was at the meeting to ask the Trust to be the land acquisition agent in the area near the Environmental Learning Center in regard to that GOCO grant request. He said that there needed to be another acquisition agent because the focus of CSU is not on land acquisition. Glen stated that while being very supportive of the regional effort he felt that CSU and State Parks' proposal was far enough along and a good enough proposal to be submitted on its own merits. The ELC and State Parks' proposal is asking for almost $5.5 million. This would include an outdoor education service center and acquisition of approximately 300 acres and llfz miles of river-front near the ELC. He stated that almost half of the proposed $5.5 million budget has been acquired. Greg then discussed Western Mobile's concerns with their potential to open up new gravel reclamation pits within the next year or so in this specific area. He indicated that Western Mobile's

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principle concern would be in being compensated if they were to move their location. Following much discussion of the issues, K-Lynn updated the Board on the status of the GOCO grant based on the Heritage Areas. She indicated that there is a meeting scheduled for November 16 to go over the draft proposal and to provide input from any organizations that wish to do so. Following discussion, it was moved by Jeff and seconded by Jenny that the Poudre River Trust agree to be named as the land acquisition agent on the CSU /State Parks' GOCO grant proposal. The Board also agreed to participate in the regional proposal and attend and help facilitate the upcoming meetings in this regard.

Chairman Werner then updated the Board on the status of the Timberline Road Extension. He stated that a meeting would be held later in the week and asked if any member would be willing to attend on behalf of the Trust. Ken agreed to do so and to update the Board at its next meeting. There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned.

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AGENDA

POUDRE RIVER 1RUST Board of Directors Meeting

November 13, 1995

1. Call to Order /Introductions 2. Approval of October Minutes 3. Board Issues

a. Ken, Libby, and Jeff- End of Terms b. Officers

c. Treasurer

4. Investment Options- Mike Trinen (A. G. Edwards) 5. Heritage Area Meeting Discussion

6. NWHA Hearing- Washington, D.C. 7. Adopt-A-River Program

8. GOCO Grant- Purchase of Property Options (Jeff, Jenny, Chip) 9. Meeting with Coloradoan Publisher Dorothy Bland- (Chip, Brian) 10. RiverFest '96 Date

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TO:

FROM: DATE: RE:

Poudre River Trust Board Members Brian Werner

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October 27, 1995

MEMO

RESCHEDULING OF NOVEMBER MEETING

Due to scheduling conflicts we have changed the date of the November meeting to Monday, November 13 at 7:00a.m. at One West.

Please let me know if you will NOT be able to attend. There are some exciting things happening right now including a potential GOCO grant to purchase property.

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Revts'=d

AGENDA

October 18, 1995 7a.m.

One West Contemporazy Arts Center 201 South College Avenue

L Call to Order /Introductions 2. Approval of October Miriutes 3. RiverFest '95 Recap

a. 1b.oughts/Impressions b. Sponsorship

c. Newspaper coverage . d. Financial Summazy

4. Heritage Area Meeting- October 30 - 2:30 p.m. 5. Rocky Mountain Aquarium Foundation -Bill Manci 6. U.S. Forest Service Property Acquisition

7. Adopt-A-River Program

8. Community Foundation Money ($7,000) 9. Help Preserve Open Spaces

10. NWHA Testimony - October 26 11. Riverwalk Meeting - Chip, Brian 12. Natural Areas Partnerships Initiative 13. Other Business

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Reylsed AGENDA

POUDRE RIVER '!RUST Board of Directors Meeting

October 18, 1995 ?a.m.

1. Call to Order /Introductions 2. Approval of October Minutes 3. RiverFest '95 Recap

a. Thoughts/Impressions b. Sponsorship

c. Newspaper coverage d. Financial Summary

4. Heritage Area Meeting- October 30 - 2:30 p.m. 5. · Rocky Mountain Aquarium Foundation -Bill Manci 6. U.S. Forest Service Property Acquisition

7. Adopt-A-River Program

8. Community Foundation Money ($7,000) 9. Help Preserve Open Spaces

10. NWHA Testimony- October 26 11. Riverwalk Meeting- Chip, Brian 12 .. · Natural Areas Partnerships Initiative 13. Other Business

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POUDRE RIVER 1RUST Minutes of Meeting

held at

One West Contemporary Art Center Fort Collins, Colorado

October 18, 1995

Board members present were Loring Knutson, Libby James, Jeff Lakey, Jenny McGraw, Chip Steiner, Brian Bourdages, Wes Westfall. and Brian Werner. Also in attendance were K-Lyrm Cameron, with the City of Fort Collins Park Planning and Development Department, and Bill Manci, representing the Rocky Mountain Aquarium Foundation.

Chairman Werner began the meeting by asking for approval of the September 13, 1995, minutes. There being no changes he asked that the minutes stand approved as submitted.

Chairman Werner then asked for a recap and review of River Fest '95. He handed out a preliminary expenses and revenue statement. He indicated that he hoped to have a final financial statement for the November Board meeting. He asked if the Board members had any questions and following discussion asked Jenny McGraw to discuss RiverFest '95. Jenny indicated she is in the process of sending "Thank You" notes out. Wes Westfall said that he would send a 'Thank You" to Citizen Printing for their efforts. Jermy said that she has about 400 names to add to the data base following the festival.

The Board then discussed the setting of a date for RiverFest '96, The earlier this is set the better. Following discussion, Jenny indicated that the two dates that appeared to be the best were either September 14 or 21, 1996. The Board discussed the idea of continuing to hold the River Festival at Lee Martinez Park and the consensus was to do so. Jenny mentioned that the Trust now is the renter of a storage unit on Linden Street. The Trust needs to have a location to store shirts, festival materials, and the Poudre River Trust sign. Jenny said that there were T-shirts left and that the long sleeves were selling for $15 and the short sleeves for $5.

The general consensus of the Trustees was that RiverFest '95 was indeed a success and that Wind Machine is also a big draw. Wind Machine has already committed to RiverFest '96.

Chairman Werner thanked all the Trustees for the efforts in making RiverFest '95 a success, and turned his attention to the status of the National Water Heritage Area. He indicated that he was working with Howard Alden to set up a meeting which was scheduled for Monday, October 30, 1995. Mr. Alden is sending letters out to all interested parties. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss the current status of the federal legislation, discuss the Colorado Heritage Area project and to determine the course of action from a local level on a potential heritage area for the Poudre Basin. Chairman Werner also indicated that he has been asked by Senator Campbell to appear before his subcommittee to testify in support of Senate Bill 342, which is the Cache la Poudre Basin National Water Heritage Area Bill sponsored by Senator Brown. He indicated he will be speaking on behalf ofboth the Poudre River Trust and the Northern Colorado Water Consetvancy District in his remarks before Congress.

Chairman Werner then introduced Bill Manci, who is heading up an effort to bring in an aquarium to Fort Collins. Mr. Manci began by expressing his thanks to the Trustees for listening to his presentation and then discussed the status of the Rocky Mountain Aquarium Foundation. Mr. Manci indicated that the group is presently looking at a site at I-25 and Prospect as a potential location for this aquarium. He indicated that since it is within the Poudre River corridor, he felt it

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very appropriate to meet with a number of groups with an interesto He said the Aquarium Foundation effort will be centered around an aquatic education facility. They are an educational, non-profit foundation whose sole mission is education. Their goal is to build a facility which will be totally privately funded. Total cost is estimated to be in the $28 to $40 million range. The foundation is presently conducting an independent feasibility study, and they are looking at a regional approach and regional appeal for such a facility.

Following his presentation, Mr. Manci asked if there were any questions from the Trustees. Following a question, he indicated that a letter of support from the Poudre River Trust would be helpful in their efforts to move forward. Following discussion, Chairman Werner indicated that the Trustees would consider such a request, and discuss this at the November Trustees meeting. He thanked Mr. Manci for attending the meeting and for his efforts to pursue such a project.

Chairman Werner then discussed the status of the Trust's Community Foundation money. He indicated that Treasurer Dunn has received a $7,000 check from the foundation and has asked the Trustees what to do with that money. The Board discussed the issue and potential for putting that money either in a money market or a short-term CD. Following discussion Chairman Werner and Jenny agreed to talk to financial experts and come with a report for the November Board meeting. Chairman Werner then asked the Trustees for their support of the Help Preserve Open Spaces measure. He indicated that the Board had already passed a resolution in support of the measure, but that they had not yet indicated monetary support. He reminded the Board that they had contributed $250 to the Post 2001 effort in 1994, and that he felt it appropriate to contribute that amount again in 1995. Following discussion was the unanimous consensus to contribute $250 to the Help PreseiVe Open Spaces.

Chairman Werner then discussed the status of the Adopt-A-River Program, indicating that an article

in Inside Fort Collins will contribute greatly to the public relations on this program. This article will

appear in the Thursday, October 19, addition. Mr. Bourdages said that the Youth Conservation Corps had set a tentative clean-up to begin the program on November 11, 1995.

Chairman Werner then asked Chip Steiner to discuss a meeting that would be held the following day with Dorothy Bland, the publisher of the Coloradoan, and Mike Hauser of the Chamber of Commerce. Ms. Bland has asked both Mr. Steiner and Mr. Werner to attend the meeting to discuss some of her ideas in regard to the Poudre River. Following discussion the Trustees indicated that the two, Brian and Chip, could ask Dorothy to serve as liaison with the Poudre River Trust and invited any and all support that she was willing to give to our clean-up efforts.

Chairman Werner mentioned the natural areas partnerships initiative which has sent the Trust a survey to fill out. He asked if any Board member would be willing to take on that responsibility. Jeff indicated he would do so. Chairman Werner handed out copies of the City of Fort Collins GOCO grant application which did receive funding in the recent GOCO grant process. Mr. Lakey and Mr. Bourdages indicated that they had spoken with members of Friends of the Poudre who were interested in getting the Poudre River Trust and Friends of the Poudre together following the first of the year. The consensus of the Board was to do so.

The Trustees then discussed the potential to go after a GOCO grant under the Legacy projects program. Chip indicated he was very willing to spear-head the effort, but he would appreciate a sub-committee that would work on such a grant. Chip, Jenny, Jeff, Loring, and Wes all indicated that they would be interested in helping out with this process. Chairman Werner indicated that he had received two books: 1) a Guide to Preserving Land with Conservation Easements: a Guide for

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Colorado Landowners; and 2) a Directory of Private and Public Land Conservation Organizations in Colorado" These had been sent to the Trust by Colorado Open Lands group" Brian will mail copies

of each to all Board members"

There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned"

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held at Coldwell Banker Fort Collins, Colorado

September 13, 1995

Board members present were Loring Knutson, Libby James, Jenny McGraw, Chip Steiner, Brian Bourdages, and Brian Werner. Also in attendance was Kaylynn Cameron with the City of Fort Collins Park Planning and Development Department.

Chairman Werner began the meeting by asking for approval of the August 16, 1995, minutes. There being no changes he asked that the minutes stand approved as submitted.

Chairman Werner indicated that the next GOCO grant funding cycle would be in the Spring of 1996 and asked if the Board had reasons not to apply again for a grant. Mr. Steiner said he would be willing to resubmit the last proposal with a few changes. The consensus of the Board was to go ahead and resubmit.

Chairman Werner reminded the Board that the Gustav Swanson Celebration would be held on Saturday, September 23, 1995, and that all Poudre River Trust (Trust) Board members had been invited to the ceremonies. He indicated that Alec Cringen was handling the ceremonies and doing a fine job with the arrangements.

Chairman Werner updated the Board on the status of the Poudre River National Water Heritage Area Bill indicating that a hearing had been held the previous week in Washington on Representative Allard's House version of the bill. Chairman Werner indicated that Bill Manci with the Rocky Mountain Aquarium Foundation has expressed interest in attending a future Board meeting to discuss their proposal. The Board agreed to invite Mr. Manci to a future meeting.

Chairman Werner stated that he had received a phone call from Dyce Guyton from the Forest Service who is working on a proposed transfer of property in the Poudre River Basin. Mr. Guyton asked if the Trust would be interested in acquiring an easement if it became necessary. Chairman Werner said that he felt comfortable that the Trust would be very interested in helping the Forest Service acquire this property if it is within the Poudre River Basin.

Chairman Werner closed his announcements by saying that he would be speaking to Shepardson Elementary field day the next day on the history of the Poudre River.

Mr. Bourdages updated the Trustees on the status of his discussions on the Environmental Learning Center and the potential to work with the City of Fort Collins (City) and gravel pit operators on projects in the area.

Ms. Cameron next discussed a meeting that City staff held on Poudre River project matters. She indicated she will be part of a lead team that overlooks all five projects within the River Project. These five being: 1) gravel pit reclamation\ water augmentation; 2) a land use plan for the Poudre River Basin which would look at land uses from Overland Trail to I-25; 3) restoration, which would include the Wren Pit, Gustav Swanson, and an open space management plan; 4) water issues; and 5) land acquisition. Ms. Cameron stressed that the City wanted the Trust to be involved in all of these projects. She indicated there will be teams set up for each of the five specific areas. Following discussion, Ms. Cameron agreed that she would look at the land use plan that had been prepared by the Trust in the mid 1980's and also look at the agreements that have been made in previous years between the Trust and the City.

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Page2 Poudre River Trust Minutes September 13, 1995 Chairman Werner thanked Ms. Cameron for her information and turned the rest of the meeting over to Ms. McGraw for a discussion of River Fest '95.

Ms. McGraw indicated that set up would begin at 10 a.m., and discussed the various logistics that would be necessary for the Saturday, September 16, 1995, gathering. She indicated that there were booths that would be set up by the Fort Collins Museum, Friends of the Poudre, Help Preserve Open Spaces, and the Forest Service. The Board next discussed various responsibilities that each Board member would take for River Fest. Ms. McGraw outlined the costs and money that had been spent to date on RiverFest '95. Chairman Werner asked that the Board pass a motion allowing the Chairman to make the necessary payments in regard to staging RiverFest '95. Following discussion, Mr. Bourdages made the motion to have the payments made. It was seconded by Ms. McGraw, and upon vote passed unanimously.

Chairman Werner indicated that he would work closely with Treasurer Dunn to make sure all the necessary bills were paid, and that he would have a financial summary prepared for the October Board meeting.

Ms. McGraw spoke of the awards that would be handed out to sponsors for RiverFest '95 and discussed the various presentations that would be made.

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Po-udre River,Trust

201 South 'college Avenue

Fort .Collins, Colorado ?0524 1. 2.

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7. 8. AGENDA

POUDRE RIVER 1RUSJ: · Board of Directors Meeting

July 1~; 1995 7a.m. 201 South College Fort Collins, Colorado

Call to Order /Introductions Approval of June Minutes GOCO Grant Status

Swanson Nature Area: Update Udall Or>en Space Area Update RiverFest '95 Plans

Adopt-A-River Update Other Business ,

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Poudre

River

T·rust .

20l'South College Avenue fprt Collins, Colorado

80524

MEMO

To: Poudre River Trust Board of Directors

From: Brhin Werner

Subject:. July Board Meeting Date: June 21, 1995

Dllring our meeting today, we' decided to change the date of the July Board meeting fromJuly 19 to July 12. Please put this on your calendar.

I will be out of town until July 7 and will mail agendas atthat time.

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REVISED AGENDA

JUNE 21, 1995

7 a.m.

One West Art Center 201 South College

Conference Room

1. Call to Order/Introductions 2. Approval of May minutes

3. Udall Open Space Area Update (Susie Gordon/Link Mueller) - Ceremony - September 23

4. Status of GOCO Grant Proposal (Chip/Brian) 5. RiverFest plans - September 16, 1995 (Jenny)

- sponsors

- invitation list

6. Adopt-A-River Program update (Brian) - newspaper article?

- sponsoring groups 7. Other business

- Poudre River TV show - July Board meeting

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Poudre River Trust

POUDRE RIVER TRUST Minutes of Meeting

held at One West Art Center Fort Collins, Colorado

June 21, 1995

Board members present were Ken Ashley, Jenny McGraw, Libby James, Jeff Lakey. Chip Steiner. Brian Bourdages, and Brian Werner. Also in attendance was Susie Gordon from the City of Fort Collins Department of Natural Resources.

Chairman Werner began the meeting by asking for approval of the May 10, 1995, minutes. Following suggested changes by Mr. Bourdages and Mr. Steiner. the minutes were approved. Chairman Werner said that he would provide a new Trustee's address list at the July Board meeting.

Chairman Werner updated the Board on the status of the GOCO grant application. The GOCO Board was meeting the following day to determine which applications would be funded. The Trust should hear soon on the status of their application.

Chairman Werner also updated the Board on the status of the Adopt-A-River Program, stating that he was still working with the Fort Collins Coloradoan to write an article announcing the program. However, the recent turnover at the paper has delayed the story. Chairman Werner stated that he would be in contact with Maurie Nelson to discuss this program in further detail.

Chairman Werner then updated the Board on the status of the Timberline Road extension. He has talked with Marc Engmoen of the City of Fort Collins Transportation Department. The City has now hired a consultant to prepare a report on the Timberline Road extension, and this report will be available by January 1996. Mr. Engmoen promised to keep the Poudre River Trust involved in the process and agreed to come talk to the Trust at the time that the report is released.

Chairman Werner then asked Ms. McGraw for an update on the RiverFest '95 plans. Ms. McGraw stated that she is working on a data base that includes approximately 450 people that have expressed interest in the Poudre River. She will be contacting Rocky Mountain Flycasters to discuss coordinating their Fishing Derby with RiverFest '95. She also addressed the issue of stocking fish. especially in light of the recent whirling disease concerns. Ms. James agreed to contact Ann Blackstone about updating the River Fest poster. Mr. Steiner indicated that he would contact Ms. Blackstone if Ms. James was unable to do so. Ms. McGraw discussed the ad that was currently running in Outside Magazine, which mentions the RiverFest being held in September. She will continue to work with the Fort CoUins Coloradoan on advertising for the RiverFest event.

Mr. Steiner indicated that he would talk with the City about the use of the stage again this year. Chairman Werner agreed to call Phil Walker about emceeing the event. There was some discussion about who to invite to participate, including Senator Brown, Mayor Azari, and the Larimer County Commissioners. Ms. McGraw indicated that she will put together the invitations and a target list for the mailings. The Board discussed the idea of narrowing the time frame for the event for approximately two hours. Wind Machine has agreed to play again. The Board discussed the idea of only having drinks available this year and felt that this made more sense than trying to provide food as well. Mr. Steiner will talk to the New West Fest people about getting a booth for the Trust.

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The Board also discussed moving the July Board meeting up one week to July 12. There being no objections. Chairman Werner indicated that July 12 would be the next meeting.

Chairman Werner then introduced Ms. Susie Gordon from the City of Fort Collins Department of Natural Resources to discuss the status of the Udall Open Space Area. Ms. Gordon brought a map and indicated that there are different alternatives being studied at present. A principal concern is integrating the plan with the surrounding neighborhood and the surrounding properties. She discussed the possibility of a bike trail in the area and various ideas for pond locations. She indicated that the Department wants a product from the consultant by the end of August. They would like to have the site ready for construction J:>y fall 1995. During the next week the consultant

will come back with a revised plan that the advisory group will be asked to review one more time, and Ms. Gordon indicated that she would like the Poudre River 1iust to stay involved in this process. There is also some discussion on how to spend the 1iust's money allotted for the Udall Open Space Area. The Board discussed the potential to integrate the Adopt-A-River signs into the Udall Open Space Area signage. Ms. Gordon indicated that they will possibly have a display on the Udall Open Space Area ready for the New West Fest in August. Ms. James indicated that she would do some background on the Udalls in August to provide background for an article.

Chairman Werner thanked Ms. Gordon for attending the meeting and asked if there was any other business. Ms. Gordon indicated that September 23 has been set for the Gustav /Swanson Area celebration and that the Swanson Committee has come up for a plan for spending the Memorial Fund donations.

Mr. Bourdages indicated that he was working on the newsletter possibilities, especially in the printing and marketing areas and that he is attempting to facilitate with the printing company to have this produced. He also had a pledge card drafted and discussed with the Board the possibility of including it with the newsletter. He added that there need to be some specific projects so the Board knows what they are selling and the public knows what they will be getting for pledging and donating to the 1iust.

Ms. McGraw said she has discussed the Craig Harrison donation of $2500 with Edith Felchle of the City's Natural Resources Department. There are now five alternative ideas to provide signage, and Mr. Harrison is presently looking at the alternatives. Ms. McGraw indicated that she would contact Jane Clark to finding areas of common interest between the Larimer Land 1iust and the Poudre River Trust. Ms. McGraw also stated that it was evident from the Poudre River television show that private property rights issues needs to be at the forefront in any of the discussions regarding the corridor.

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Poudre River Trust

20i South Cof\ege Avenue Fort Collins, Colorado

80524 .

June 21, 1995

Board members present were Ken Ashley, Jenny McGraw, Libby James, Jeff Lakey, Chip Steiner, Brian Bourdages, and Brian Werner. Also in attendance was Susie Gordon from the City of Fort Collins Department of Natural Resources.

Chainnan Werner began the meeting by asking for approval of the May 10, 1995, minutes. Following suggested changes,by Mr. Bourdages and Mr. Steiner, the minutes were approved. Chainnan Werner said that he would provide a new Trustee's address list at the July Board meej:ing.

Chairman Werner updated the Board on the status of the GOCO grant application. The GOCO Board was IJleeting the following day to determine which applications would be funded. The Trust should hear soon on the status of their applicatloQ..

Chairman Werner also updated the Board on the status of the Adopt-A-River Program, stating that he was still working with ·the Fort Collins Coloradoan to write an article announcing the program. However, the recent turnover at the paper has delayed the story. Chainnan Werner stated that he _would be in contact with Maurie Nelson to discuss this program in further detail.

Chairman Werner then updated the Board on the status of the Timberline Road extension. He has talked with Mark Engeman of the City of Fort Collins 'fransportation Department. The City has now hired a consultant to prepare a report on the Timberline Road extension, and this report will be available by January 1996. Mr. Engeman promised to keep the Poudre River Trust involved in the process ~d agreed to come talk to the Trust at the time that the report is released.

Chairman Werner then asked Ms. McGraw for an update on the RiverFest '95 plans. Ms. McGraw stated that she is working on a data base that includes approximately 450 people that have expressed interest in the Poudre River. She will be contacting Rocky Mountain Flycasters to discuss coordinating their Fishing Derby with RiverFest '95. She also addressed the issue of stocking fish, especially in light of the recent whirling disease concerns. Ms. James agreed to contact Ann .Blackstone about updating the RiverFest poster. Mr. Steiner indicated that he would contact Ms. Blackstone if Ms. 'James was unable to do so. Ms. McGraw discussed the ad that was currently running in Outside Magazine, which mentions the RiverFest being held in September. She will continue to work with the Fort Collins Coloradoan on advertising for the RiverFest event.

Mr. Steiner indicated that h~ would talk with the City about the use of the stage again this year. Chairman Werner agreed to call Phil Walker about emceeing the event. There was some discussion ·about who to invite to participate, including Senator Brown, Mayor Azari, and the county , commissioners. Ms. McGraw indicated that she will put together the invitations and a target list for the mailings. The Board discussed the idea of narrowing the time frame for the event for approximately two hours. Wind Machine has agreed to play again. The Board discussed the idea of only having drinks available this year and felt that this made more sense than trying to provide food as well.· Mr. Steiner will talk to the New West Fest people about getting a booth for the Trust.

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The Board also discussed moving the July Board meeting up one week to July 12. There being no objections. Chairman Werner indicated that July 12 would be the next meeting.

Chairman Werner then introduced Ms. Susie Gordon from the City of Fort Collins Depart:IDent of Natural Resources to discuss the status of the Udal:l Open Space Area. Ms. Gordon brought a map and indicated that there are different alternatives being studied at prese~t. A principal concern is integrating the plan with the surrounding neighborhood and the surrounding properties. She discussed the possibility of a bike trail in the area and various ideas for pond locations. She indicated that the Department wants a product from the consultant by the end of August. They would like to have the site ready for construction by fall 1995. During the next week the consultant

will come back with-a revised plan that the advisocy group will be asked to review one more time. and Ms. Gordon indicated that she would like the Poudre River 1iust to stay involved in this process. There is also some discussion on how to spend the 1iust's money allotted for the Udall Open Space Area. The Board discussed the potential to integrate the Adopt-A-River signs into the Udall Open Space Area stgnage. Ms. Gordon indicated that they will possibly have a display on the Udall Open Space Area ready for the New West Fest in August. Ms. James indicated that she would -do some background on the Udalls in August to provide background for an article.

Chainnan Werner thanked Ms. Gordon for attending the meeting and asked if there was any other business. Ms. Gordon indicated that September 23 has been set for the Gustov /Swanson Area celebration and that the Swanson Committee has come up for a plan for spending the Memorial Fund donations.

Mr. Bourdages indicated that he was working on the newsletter possibilities, especially in the printing and marketing areas and that he is attempting to facilitate with the printing company to have this produced. He also had a pledge card drafted and discussed with the Board the possibility of including it with the newsletter. He added that there need to be some specific projects so the Board knows what they are selling and the public knows what they will be getting for pledging and donating to the 1iust.

Ms. McGraw said she has discussed the Craig Harrison donation of $2500 with Edith Felchle of the City's Natural Resources Department. There are now five alternative ideas to provide signage, and Mr. Harrison is presently looking at the alternatives. Ms. McGraw indicated that she would contact Jane Clark to finding areas of common interest between the Larimer Land 'li"ust and the Poudre River 1iust. Ms. McGraw also stated that it was evident from the Poudre River television show that private property rights issues needs to be at the forefront in any of the discussions regarding the

corridor.

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Potidre River Trust

201 South College Avenue 'Fort Collins, Colorado

80524

AGENDA

May 10, 1995

'

7a.m. 201 South College Fort Collins, Colorado

1. Call to Order /Introductions

2. Approval of April Minutes

3. Natural Resources Department Update - Tom Shoemaker

4. Timberline Extension

5. Fundraising Activities - Jenny a. Membership

b. Community Event - Wind Machine c. Newspaper Ads

· 6. Updates

a. Gus Swanson Memorial Fund b. Adopt-A-River Program

c. Udall Open Space Advisory Committee d. NWRABill

e. Riverwalk Proposal

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Poudre River Trust

so524

May 10, 1995

Board members present were Ken Ashley, Libby James, Jenny McGraw, Jeff Lakey, Chip Steiner, Brian Bourdages, and Brian Werner. Also in attendance were Tom Shoemaker and Abby Wilson. Chairman Werner began the meeting by asking for approval of the April 19 minutes. Following a change by Mr. Bourdages in regard to the Larimer County Youth Conservation Corps Program, the minutes were approved.

Chairman Werner then introduced Mr. Tom Shoemaker, Director of Fort Collin's Natural Resources Department. Mr. Shoemaker updated the Trust on a variety of projects that the department is involved in. l{e began with an overview of the city's natural areas plan which is moving forward. He added 'that since 1992 the City has closed on an additional 1800 acres and that there are approximately 270 additional acres- under contraCt. Of that, approximately 320 acres have been acquired in the river corridor area. He stated that the City is working on specific management plans for each of the . areas and that Edith Felchle is putting together the education interpretation programs for each .of these areas. He mentioned that Jim Miller is now working full time on open space management issues for the City. He stated that city council would be asked to approve the Poudre River Land Use Framework Plan at their upcoming May 16 council meeting. He added that the City is working on long term agreements with gravel pit operators, including Western Mobile. He said the City has submitted a grant application to GOCO on the gravel pit reclamation programs and that he is optimistic arrangements will be worked out. In regard to the Udall Operi Space Area. Mr. Shoemaker emphasized that he would like the continued involvement of the Trust as a master plan for that area moves forward. Mr. Shoemaker stated that he had talked with Lee Miller of Senator Brown's staff in regard to the National Water Heritage Area Bill and that it is still hoped that committee hearings will be scheduled for this session. He said that there is a tentative meeting on · May 18 at 4 pm to discuss the NWHA Bill and that any Trust member who would like to attend is

welcome to.

In conclusion, Mr. Shoemaker stated that he would be willing to discuss with the Trust how to strengthen the relationship between the Trust and the City, and that he hopes that the dialogue between the two continues in the future.

Chairmifll Werner thanked Mr. Shoemaker for attending the meeting and invited him to attend Trust meetings anytime his schedule permits.

Chairman Werner then proVided an update on the Timberline Road extension issue. He said he had talked with Mark Engeman of the City's Transportation Department and that he would be happy to attend a meetiilg in June or July .to discuss the City's perspective on the Timberline Road extension

proposal.· ·

Ms. McGraw then updated the Board on the status of-fund raising activities. She stated that the information on who and what the Trust is needs to be distributed more widely and that more visibility should be a goal of the Trust. She was interested in working on the newsletter and in recent weeks has done considerable amount regard to fundraising. She has received a $2500 commitment . from Craig Harrison and is working with both Shrader Oil and Foxfire to get additional ftmding for

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the Trust. Ms. McGraw then discussed the idea of subscriptions to a Trust newsletter and the possibility of varying membership levels for contributors which would be based on various categories of fish. She discussed the Second Annual Poudre River Fest which is tentatively been scheduled for Saturday, September 16. Wind Machine is interested in participating again as well as Rocky Mountain Flycasters who would like to hold their fishing derby in conjunction with the festival. This year's festival will be much smaller scale in terms of planning. Ms. McGraw also updated the Board on the status of newspaper ads which will appear monthly in the Coloradoan. She discussed the total advertising budget of $1200, $100 a month, and the possibility of including a quarter page ad in the Outdoors magazine the Coloradoan produces for the summer recreational season. The consensus was to support Ms. McGraw and her efforts.

Ms. McGraw then discussed two important objectives she feels the Trust should be working towards. The first being the purchase of water rights in the Poudre River, and the second being the purchase of the Flatiron gravel pit near I-25 and Harmony Road. After discussion, Ms. McGraw and Mr. Lakey agreed that they would be meeting with the Flatiron people and would discuss this issue in more detail with them. In conclusion, Ms. McGraw stated that the Trust, and especially the Board members, look for opportunities to raise funds for the Trust, but that all Board members need to know and be able to discuss the Trust's objectives. Following more lengthy discussion, Chairman Werner thanked Ms. McGraw on behalf of the rest of the Board members for her efforts at putting together the newspaper ads, the Second Annual Poudre RiverFest, and fundraising activities. Chairman Werner agreed to draft letters to be sent to Senator Brown, Mayor Azari, Phil Walker, and Susan Kirkpatrick, inviting them to attend and/ or participate in the Second Annual Poudre River Fest.

Chairman Werner updated the Board on the status of the Swanson Nature Area and the memorial fund which the Trust is managing. An event at the Swanson Nature Area has tentatively been set for September 16 or 23 and that Mr. Alex Cringen is working with the City on the specific details. Mr. Steiner updated the Board on the status of the GOCO application. He said it had been submitted on May 8 and that the Trust was asking for $28,000. He suggested that this was a first effort in trying to move the Trust towards getting into a permanent cash flow position. Chairman Werner said he would provide copies of that application to any Board member so desiring. Chairman Werner invited any of the Board members who are available to attend the Fort Collins Children's Water Festival on Monday, May 22, at the Lory Student Center on the CSU campus.

Chairman Werner and Ms. McGraw then discussed the possibility of Ms. McGraw attending the Land Trust Alliance Meeting in California in October. This meeting includes mostly small workshops for Board members and Directors of land trust organizations and there are many benefits to having a Poudre River Trust member attend. Chairman Werner suggested that he would discuss this with the Board members prior to the June meeting.

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May 10, 1995

Board members present were Ken Ashley, Libby James, Jenny McGraw, Jeff Lakey, Chip Steiner, Brian Bourdages, and Brian Werner. Also in attendance were Tom Shoemaker and Abby Wilson. Chairman Werner began the meeting by asking for approval of the April 19 minutes. Following a change by Mr. Bourdages in regard to the Larimer County Youth Conservation Corps Program, the minutes were approved.

Chairman Werner then introduced Mr. Tom Shoemaker, Director of Fort Collin's Natural Resources Department. Mr. Shoemaker updated the Trust on a variety of projects that the department is involved in. He began with an overview of the city's natural areas plan which is moving forward. He added that since 1992 the City has closed on an additional 1800 acres and that there are approximately 270 additional acres under contract. Of that, approximately 320 acres have been acquired in the river corridor area. He stated that the City is working on specific management plans for each of the areas and that Edith Felchle is putting together the education interpretation programs for each of these areas. He mentioned that Jim Miller is now working full time on open space management issues for the City. He stated that city council would be asked to approve the Poudre River Land Use Framework Plan at their upcoming May 16 council meeting. He added that the City is working on long term agreements with gravel pit operators, including Western Mobile. He said the City has submitted a grant application to GOCO on the gravel pit reclamation programs and that he is optimistic arrangements will be worked out. In regard to the Udall Open Space Area. Mr. Shoemaker emphasized that he would like the continued involvement of the Trust as a master plan for that area moves forward. Mr. Shoemaker stated that he had talked with Lee Miller of Senator Brown's staff in regard to the National Water Heritage Area Bill and that it is still hoped that committee hearings will be scheduled for this session. He said that there is a tentative meeting on May 18 at 4 pm to discuss the NWHA Bill and that any Trust member who would like to attend is welcome to.

In conclusion, Mr. Shoemaker stated that he would be willing to discuss with the Trust how to strengthen the relationship between the Trust and the City, and that he hopes that the dialogue between the two continues in the future.

Chairman Werner thanked Mr. Shoemaker for attending the meeting and invited him to attend Trust meetings anytime his schedule permits.

Chairman Werner then provided an update on the Timberline Road extension issue. He said he had talked with Mark Engeman of the City's Transportation Department and that he would be happy to attend a meeting in June or July to discuss the City's perspective on the Timberline Road extension proposal.

Ms. McGraw then updated the Board on the status of fund raising activities. She stated that the information on who and what the Trust is needs to be distributed more widely and that more visibility should be a goal of the Trust. She was interested in working on the newsletter and in recent weeks has done considerable amount regard to fundraising. She has received a $2500 commitment from Craig Harrison and is working with both Shrader Oil and Foxfire to get additional funding for

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the Trust. Ms. McGraw then discussed the idea of subscriptions to a Trust newsletter and the possibility of varying membership levels for contributors which would be based on various categories of fish. She discussed the Second Ammal Poudre River Fest which is tentatively been scheduled for Saturday, September 16. Wind Machine is interested in participating again as well as Rocky Mountain Flycasters who would like to hold their fishing derby in conjunction with the festival. This year's festival will be much smaller scale in terms of planning. Ms. McGraw also updated the Board on the status of newspaper adds which will appear monthly in the Coloradoan. She discussed the total advertising budget of $1200, $100 a month, and the possibility of including a quarter page ad in the Outdoors magazine the Coloradoan produces for the summer recreational season. The consensus was to support Ms. McGraw and her efforts.

Ms. McGraw then discussed two important objectives she feels the Trust should be working towards. The first being the purchase of water rights in the Poudre River, and the second being the purchase of the Flatiron gravel pit near I-25 and Harmony Road. After discussion, Ms. McGraw and Mr. Lakey agreed that they would be meeting with the Flatiron people and would discuss this issue in more detail with them. In conclusion, Ms. McGraw stated that the Trust, and especially the Board members, look for opportunities to raise funds for the Trust, but that all Board members need to know and be able to discuss the Trust's objections. Following more lengthy discussion, Chairman Wemer thanked Ms. McGraw on behalf of the rest of the Board members for her efforts at putting together the newspaper ads, the Second Annual Poudre RiverFest, and fundraising activities. Chairman Wemer agreed to draft letters to be sent to Senator Brown, Mayor Azari, Phil Walker, and Susan Kirkpatrick, inviting them to attend and/ or participate in the Second Annual Poudre River Fest.

Chairman Wemer updated the Board on the status of the Swanson Nature Area and the memorial fund which the Trust is managing. An event at the Swanson Nature Area has tentatively been set for September 16 or 23 and that Mr. Alex Cringen is working with the City on the specific details. Mr. Stiener updated the Board on the status of the GOCO application. He said it had been submitted on May 8 and that the Trust was asking for $28,000. He suggested that this was a first effort in trying to move the Trust towards getting into a permanent cash flow position. Chairman Wemer said he would provide copies of that application to any Board member so desiring. Chairman Wemer invited any of the Board members who are available to attend the Fort Collins Children Water Festival on Monday, May 22, at the Lory Student Center on the CSU campus.

Chairman Wemer and Ms. McGraw then discussed the possibility of Ms. McGraw attending the Land Trust Alliance Meeting in Califomia in October. This meeting includes mostly small workshops for Board members and Directors of land trust organizations and there are many benefits to having a Poudre River Trust member attend. Chairman Wemer suggested that he would discuss this with the Board members prior to the June meeting.

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Poudre River

Trust

201_South College Avenue Fort Collins, Colorado

80524

MEMO

To: From:

Poudre River Trust Board Members Brian

Wer:nerC~

Date: April20, 1995

Subject: MAY BOARD MEETING RESCHEDULED

We decided at the April Board meeting to move the May meeting up one week to May 10 (instead of May 17). I wanted to send this to give you plenty of advance notice. Also enclosed are some other items of interest. If I get meetings with city staff set up I'll let you know.

cpa

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Poudre.River Trust

· Fort Collins, Colorado 80524

held at One West Art Center Fort Collins.· Colorado

April 19, 1995

Members present were Libby James, Jenny McGraw, Jeff Lakey, Chip Steiner, Brian Bourdages, Wes Westfall, and Brian Werner. Also in attendance were Sarah Garey, Dan MacArthur, and Maury Nelson.

Chairman Werner began the meeting by asking for a discussion of the recent GOCO Open House that many of the Board attended. Mr. Steiner indicated that he felt the Trust should go ahead with the capacity building grant application after speaking with GOCO board members. Ms. James concurred saying that she had spoken with GOCO Board Chairman Susan Kirkpatrick who encouraged the Trust to apply. The Board also agreedit would be beneficial to secure as many letters of support as possible and partner with other organizations if possible. Mr. Lakey indicated he had met with Tom Shoemaker and Mr. Shoemaker said the City Natural Resources Department could possibly help with 'the grant application and/ or staffing. Following further discussion, Mr. Werner said he would contact Ms. Kirkpatrick to discuss the application in more detail. Mr. Steiner has agreed to prepare the application for the Trust which is due on May 8.

Chairi:nan Werner then asked if there were any changes to be made to the March minutes. There being none he asked that the minutes be accepted as submitted.

Chairman Werner then asked for comments on the Trust's 1994 Annual Report as prepared by Mr. Lakey. :With minor correctionsto reflect honorary Board members, the Board agreed that the report looked good. Following discussion Mr. Lakey agreed to add a general overview section on the Trust. He also said he would transmit a copy to Mayor Azari, Susan Kirkpatrick, and the County Commissioners. Completed reports will be available at the May Board meeting.

Chairman Werner then introduced Sarah Garey who asked to speak to the Board on the proposed 'ijmberline Extension. Ms. Garey provided background information on the project and passed around a map showing the proposed route. She indicated her biggest concerns revolve around the fact that there has been very little public discussion of the routing and that the extension will go through a natural area- River Bend Ponds. Ms. Garey also stated that the City apparently does not have enough money to complete the project all the way to Summit View Drive. The Board asked Ms. Garey questions about the proposal. In conclusion, Chairman Werner thanked Ms. Garey for her presentation and said the Board would like to invite someone from the city's engineering department to discuss their ideas on the project and answer questions. He said he would let Ms. Garey know when this would occur.

Chairman Werner welcomed back fonner Board member.Maury Nelson and asked him to give an update on the Adopt-a-River program. Mr. Nelson provided maps and descriptions of the areas for the river cleanup. 1\vo groups- Jax Surplus and CSU Community Services - have already asked for sections. Mr. Bourdages indicated that the Larimer County Youth Conservation Corps Program would take a se~tion, leaving just two sections to· be assigned. The Board discussed the merits of sending out public service announcements and a press release on the program. The City has agreed to furnish the trash bags and to pick up the trash following cleanups. Groups adopting a section will

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be required to pick up that section no fewer than two times during a year and preferably outside of the high water runoff periods. Mr. Nelson has agreed to be the contact person and continue to coordinate it with the City. The TI:ust discussed what signage should be erected to indicate the groups caring for sections of river. The consensus was to provide one sign recognizing all the groups and locate it possibly at the Udall Open Space Area.

Chairman Werner informed the Board that the TI:ust had been listed as the receiving entity for contributions to the Gustav Swanson Nature Area following Mr. Swanson's death two weeks ago. Mr. Steiner has given 15 letters to Chairman Werner who said he would keep track of the donations and then forward to Treasurer Dave Dunn.

The Board next discussed the formation of a Udall Open Space Advisory Committee. Susie Gordon with the City's Natural Resources Department has asked the TI:ust to facilitate and serve on the committee. Board members Lakey, McGraw and Werner agreed to serve in this effort.

Chairman Werner asked for input on the February 18 Board retreat. Board members indicated they want to make sure any momentum gained is not lost entirely. Ms. McGraw said she would like to see an "event" set for August/September with Wind Machine playing. This would not entail the same amount of work as last year and would still serve as a way to celebrate the river. The consensus was to proceed in this fashion. Ms. McGraw will contact Wind Machine about scheduling such an event. Chairman Werner then asked for other business. Mr. Lakey said Board members Steiner. McGraw and himself had attended a meeting between Bruce Hendee and the members of the Natural Resources Advisory Board to discuss the Riverwalk concept. They felt the meeting was positive and helped clear up some of the doubts surrounding the project. Mr. Lakey said that a tour has been scheduled for Saturday morning April 29 at 10 am to walk the area of a proposed riverwalk. Interested persons can meet at the Power Plant building.

Mr. Bourdages asked about the water flow and fisheries issues in regard to the river. Following discussion the Board agreed to continue to discuss how to go about getting more water in the Poudre River.

Chairman Werner suggested that the Board invite River Commissioner Shawn Hoff to a future Board meeting to discuss operations of the river from a water administration standpoint.

Finally, the Board agreed to move the May meeting up one week to May 10 to accommodate more of the members schedules. Chairman Werner will send a memo indicating the change ASAP. There being no further business to come before the Board the meeting was acljourned.

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Poudre River Trust

April 19, 1995

Members present were Libby James, Jenny McGraw, Jeff Lakey, Chip Steiner, Brian Bourdages, Wes Westfall, and Brian Werner. Also in attendance were Sarah Garey, Dan MacArthur, and Maury

Nelson.

Chairman Werner began the meeting by asking for a discussion of the recent GOCO Open House that many of the Board attended. Mr. Steiner indicated that he felt the Trust should go ahead with the capacity building grant application after speaking with GOCO board members. Ms. James concurred saying that she had spoken with GOCO Board Chairman Susan Kirkpatrick who encouraged the 1iust to apply. The Board also agreed it would be beneficial to secure as many letters of support as possible and partner with other organizations if possible. Mr. Lakey indicated he had met with Tom Shoemaker and Mr. Shoemaker said the City Natural Resources Department could possibly help with the grant application and/or staffing. Following further discussion, Mr. Werner said he would contact Ms. Kirkpatrick to discuss the application in more detail. Mr. Steiner has agreed to prepare the application for the Trust which is due on May 8.

Chairman Werner then asked if there were any changes to be made to the March minutes. There being none he asked that the minutes be accepted as submitted.

Chairman Werner then asked for comments on the Trust's 1994 Annual Report as prepared by Mr. Lakey. With minor corrections to reflect honorary Board members, the Board agreed that the report looked good. Following discussion Mr. Lakey agreed to add a general overview section on the Trust. He also said he would transmit a copy to Mayor Azari, Susan Kirkpatrick, and the County Commissioners. Completed reports will be available at the May Board meeting.

Chairman Werner then introduced Sarah Garey who asked to speak to the Board on the proposed Timberline Extension. Ms. Garey provided background information on the project and passed around a map showing the proposed route. She indicated her biggest concerns revolve around the fact that there has been very little public discussion of the routing and that the extension will go through a natural area- River Bend Ponds. Ms. Garey also stated that the City apparently does not have enough money to complete the project all the way to Summit View Drive. The Board asked Ms. Garey questions about the proposal. In conclusion, Chairman Werner thanked Ms. Garey for her presentation and said the Board would like to invite someone from the city's engineering department to discuss their ideas on the project and answer questions. He said he would let Ms. Garey know when this would occur.

Chairman Werner welcomed back former Board member Maury Nelson and asked him to give an update on the Adopt-a-River program. Mr. Nelson provided maps and descriptions of the areas for the river cleanup. 1\vo groups - Jax Surplus and CSU Community Services - have already asked for sections. Mr. Bourdages indicated that the Larimer County Youth Conservation Corps Program would take a section, leaving just two sections to be assigned. The Board discussed the merits of sending out public service announcements and a press release on the program. The City has agreed to furnish the trash bags and to pick up the trash following cleanups. Groups adopting a section will

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be required to pick up that section no fewer than two times during a year and preferably outside of the !J.igh water rutJ.off periods. Mr. Nelson has agreed to be the contact person and continue to coordinate it with the City. The Trust discussed what signage should be erected to indicate the groups caring for sectiqns of river. The consensus was to provide one sign recognizing all the groups and locate it possibly at the Udall Open Space .Area.

Chairman Werner informed the Board that the Trust had been listed as the receiving entity for contributions to the Gustav Swanson Nature Area following Mr. Swanson's death two weeks ago. Mr. Steiner has given 15letters to Chairman Werner who said he would keep track of the donations and then forward to Treasurer Dave Dunn.

The Board next discussed the formation of a Udall Open Space Advisory Committee. Susie Gordon with the City~ .Natural Resources nepartment has asked the Trust to facilitate and serve on the committee. Board members Lakey, McGraw and Werner agreed to serve in this effort.

Chairman Werner asked for input on the February 18 Board retreat. Board members indicated they want to -make sure any momentum gained is not lost.entirely. Ms. McGraw said she would like to see an "event" set for August/September with Wind Machine playing. This would not entail the same amouat of work as last year and would still serve as a way to celebrate the river. The consensus was to_ proceed in this fashion. Ms. McGraw will contact Wind Machine about scheduling such an event. Chairman Werner then asked for other business. Mr. Lakey said Board members Steiner, McGraw and himself had attended a meeting between Bruce Hendee and the members of the Natural Resources Advisory Board to discuss the Riverwalk concept. They felt the meeting was positive and helped clear up some of the doubts surrounding the project. Mr. Lakey said that a tour has been scheduled for Saturday morning April 29 at 10 am to walk the area of a proposed riverwalk. Interested persons·can meet at the Power Plant building.

Mr. Bourdages asked about the.water flow and fisheries issues in regard to the river. Following discussion the Board agreed to continue to discuss how to go about getting more water in the Poudre

River. '

Chairman Werner suggested that the Board invite River Commissioner Shawn Hoff to a future Board meeting to discuss operations of the river from a water administration standpoint.

Finally, the Board agreed to move the May meeting up one week to May 10 to accommodate more of the members schedules. Chairman Werner will send a memo indicating the change ASAP. There being no further business to come before the Board the meeting was adjourned.

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-Poudre River Trust

201 South College Avenue Fort' Collins, Colorado

8Q!?24

AGENDA

April 19, 1995

201 South College Fort Collins, Colorado l. Call to Order /Introductions 2. Approval of March Minutes

3. - 1994 .Ann.,ual Report Approval-- Jeff 4. Gus Swanson Memorial Fund

5. ,Adopt-A-River Program-- Maury Nelson 6. Udall Open Space Advisory Committee-- Brian 7. GOCO Open House Recap -- Chip

8. Timberline Extension-- Sarah Garey 9. Retreat Recap

a. Executive Director Position Progress b. Community Event

c. General Thoughts 10. Other Business

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Poudre River Trust

held at

Harrison Resource Corporation Fort Collins, Colorado

March 22, 1995

Members present were Libby James, Jenny McGraw, Jeff Lakey, Chip Steiner, Brian Bourdages, Wes Westfall, Ken Ashley and Brian Werner. Also in attendance was Craig Harrison, President of the Harrison Resource Corporation.

Chairman Werner began the meeting by asking if there were any changes to be made to the February minutes. Mr. Ashley noted two minor changes and then asked that the minutes be accepted with those changes. The Board approved of the changes.

Chairman Werner said that he would mail copies of the 1994 Annual Report prepared by Mr. Lakey to all Trustees. Approval of the report would be on the agenda for the April meeting.

Chairman Werner then introduced Mr. Craig Harrison. Mr. Harrison began with a discussion of the current status of the proposed visitor's center at I-25 and Harmony Road. He noted that a meeting of all interested parties has been scheduled for March 28. He invited the Trust to be a participant. Chairman Werner also discussed a March 24 meeting scheduled to talk about the Heritage Area Partnership Project. He invited any Trustee who wishes to attend to do so. The state project has money available and is looking at the Poudre Basin for one of their first projects.

Chairman Werner then turned the meeting over to Mr. Harrison for the rest of the meeting. Mr. Harrison began by describing his mapping system including the various layers of maps his database contains. Of particular interest to the Trust was his information regarding the river corridor area. Following Mr. Harrison's presentation, the Board discussed the potential for a Poudre River 'Irail extending into Weld County. Mr. Harrison offered his thoughts on the location of such a trail outlining the routes on his mapping system.

With input from the Board, Mr. Harrison drew lines for suggested trails. He also indicated he would provide the map to the Trust for their use as they continue pursuing a trail. Mr. Steiner cautioned the Board that before it got too far along it should determine just what it's role in such a process should be. The Board agreed that this needed to be discussed at the next meeting.

Chairman Werner thanked Mr. Harrison on behalf of the Board for hosting the meeting and opening up his database for the Board to look at. There being no further business to come before the Board the meeting was adjourned.