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Home My WebLink About880836.tiff RESOLUTION RE: CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF SERVICE PLAN - FT. LUPTON PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 32-1-204 , CRS, as amended, a Service Plan concerning the proposed Ft. Lupton Park and Recreation District was filed with the Weld County Board of County Commissioners , and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 32-1-108, CRS, as amended, the Board of County Commissioners scheduled a public hearing on the Service Plan to be held at 2 : 00 p.m. on August 17, 1988 , and WHEREAS, notice of the date, time and location and purpose of said hearing was duly published in the Platteville Herald, the County legal newspaper, on July 27 , 1988 , and in the Fort Lupton Press, a newspaper of general circulation in the area, on July 27 , and August 3 and 10 , 1988 ; notice was provided to the Division of Local Affairs of the name and type of the proposed District; and notice of the date, time and location of said hearing was provided to the Petitioners, to the governing body of each municipality and of each special district which had levied an ad valorem tax within the next preceding tax year and which had boundaries within a radius of three (3) miles of the District, and to said Division, as required by Sections 32-1-202 (1) and 32-1-204 (1) , CRS, as amended, and to the Weld County Planning Commission as required by Section 32-1-204 , CRS, as amended, and WHEREAS , the Weld County Planning Commission studied and considered the Service Plan at its meeting on August 2 , 1988 , at which time said Commission adopted a Resolution recommending approval of the Service Plan for various reasons as more specifically stated therein , which recommendation was subsequently presented to the Board of County Commissioners at its hearing on this matter by a representative of said Commission, as required by Section 32-1-204 (2) , CRS, as amended, and WHEREAS , the Board did , on August 17 , 1988 , conduct a full public hearing on this matter, taking evidence establishing the jurisdiction of the Board to hear this matter and further taking evidence regarding the substantive issues set forth in Section 32-1-203 , CRS , as amended, at which hearing all interested parties were afforded an opportunity to be heard, and 880836 Page 2 RE: SERVICE PLAN - FT. LUPTON PARK & RECREATION DISTRICT WHEREAS , said hearing of August 17 , 1988 , was continued to August 24 , 1988 , tc allow Robert Tibbals, Attorney representing the proponents , and Richard Lyons , Attorney representing the Fort Lupton Community Taxpayers Association, an opportunity to make their final presentations concerning this matter, and WHEREAS , the Board fully considered the Service Plan and all testimony and other evidence presented to it in this matter relating to said Service Plan, including the favorable recommendation of the County Department of Planning Services, and WHEREAS, prior to making a decision on the Service Plan, the Board did find, pursuant to Section 32-1-303 (3. 5) , CRS, as amended, that the exclusion of the following properties, not otherwise excluded by law, would not be in the best interest of the proposed special district: Harleen and Robert L. McPeek A & W Water Service, Inc. Schmanski Funeral Home James and Donna Zimbelman James Zimbelman Baker Machine and Fabrication Co. Amoco Production Company Halliburton Services Flint Engineering & Construction Co. James Martin Raleigh J. & Annette W. Vincent Vincent Partnership Madeleine & William Janssen Union Pacific 880836 Page 3 RE: SERVICE PLAN - FT. LUPTON PARK & RECREATION DISTRICT WHEREAS, the Board, after consideration, finds that the Service Plan as modified, and the evidence and testimony presented to the Board meets the criteria contained within Section 32-1-203 , CRS, as amended, and WHEREAS , no tracts of land more than forty acres used primarily and zoned for agriculture is to be included within the District pursuant to Section 32-1-307 , CRS, as amended. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, that: Section 1 . The Board hereby determines that all of the jurisdictional and other requirements of Sections 32-1-202 and 32-1-204 , CRS , as amended , have been fulfilled, including those relating to the filing and form of the Service Plan, the form and publication of the public notice of the hearing on the Service Plan and the type of public hearing held herein, and that, pursuant to Section 32-1-204 (1 .5) the petitioners did give proper and timely postcard notification of the hearing to the property owners within the district. Section 2 . The Weld County Planning Commission has considered this matter as required by law and has recommended approval of the Service Plan. Section 3 . That prior to a decision on the Service Plan, the Board determined that no requests for exclusion of property, not otherwise excluded by law, should be granted. Section 4 . Based upon the information contained within the Service Plan and evidence presented to the Board at the hearing, the Board hereby finds and determines as follows : a. There is sufficient existing and projected need for organized services of the nature proposed in the Service Plan in the area to be serviced by the proposed District; b . The existing services in the area to be served by the proposed District are inadequate for present and projected needs; c. The proposed District is capable of providing economical and sufficient services to the area within its proposed boundaries; 880836 Page 4 RE: SERVICE PLAN - FT. LUPTON PARK & RECREATION DISTRICT d. The area to be included within the proposed District will have the financial ability to discharge the proposed indebtedness on a reasonable basis; e. Adequate services are not and will not be available to the area through Weld County, or other municipal or quasi-municipal corporations, including special districts, within a reasonable time and on a comparable basis; f. The facilities and service standards of the proposed District are or will be compatible with the facilities and service standards of Weld County and of each municipality and special district which is an interested party hereto; g. The Service Plan is in substantial compliance with the Weld County Master Plan; and h. The creation of the proposed District will be in the best interest of the area proposed to be served. Section 5 . The Service Plan of the proposed District, be , and hereby is , approved, subject to substantially the following language being incorporated into and made a part of the Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District Service Plan: If the timing of the Recreation District ' s formation is such that it will be unable to collect revenues other than participation fees or contributions, the District will assume only those portions of recreation activity programming and District functions required by law, as can be supported by the revenue received. Full District operations pursuant to this Service Plan will be conducted only at such time as timely receipt of property tax, specific ownership tax and conservations trust fund revenues are assured . It is probable that this will not occur before the calendar year 1990 . Section 6 . That the Plan contain language requiring that any amendment concerning major capital expenditures must be brought back before the Board as an Amendment to the Service Plan . Section 7 . The Clerk to the Board is hereby directed to advise the Petitioners in writing of this action and to attach a certified copy of this Resolution for the purpose of filing the same with the District Court of Weld County. 880836 Page 5 RE: SERVICE PLAN - FT. LUPTON PARK & RECREATION DISTRICT Section 8 . All Resolutions , or parts hereof, in conflict with the provisions hereof, are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict only. Section 9 . This Resolution, immediately upon its passage, shall be authenticated by the signatures of the Board of County Commissioners and the County Clerk and Recorder and sealed with the corporate seal of the County. The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted by the following vote on the 24th day of August, A.D. , 1988 .yr1 (pp ,�,u,,,\ TPA �,.ag u rJ BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ATTEST: / / /' WE OUNTY, COLORADO Weld County Clerk and Recorder . �;X/h.f Pi (AYE) and Clerk to the Board Gene R. Bran ner�man /1/ ./( ' (AYE) yg � aJ C.W. Kirby, Pro- em putt' Count Clerk IJJJ ,._:.... •.►�. (AYE) APPROVED AS TO FORM: J.cq " l : a J.h.son / G, e - �/' (AYE)la County Attorney '767ker�"i �" (NAY) Frank amaguchi 880836 NOTICE OF HEARING Docket No. 88-44 PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Service Plan for the proposed Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District has been filed with the County Clerk and Recorder of Weld County, Colorado. The Service Plan and related documents are now on file in the office of the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners, 915 10th Street, Third Floor, Greeley, Colorado, and are available for public inspection between 8:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. , Monday through Friday. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that, by Order of the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, a public hearing on said Service Plan and related documents will be held in the Centennial Center, 915 10th Street, Greeley, Colorado, at 2:00 P.M. , on Wednesday, the 17th day of August, 1988. The purpose of the hearing shall be to consider the adequacy of the Service Plan of the proposed Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District and to form a basis for adopting a Resolution approving, conditionally approving, or disapproving the amendment. The proposed Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District is located entirely within Weld County, Colorado, and is described in Exhibit A, attached hereto. Pursuant to Section 32-1-202, C.R.S. , the Service Plan may not be approved if a petition objecting to the Service Plan and signed by the owners of taxable real and personal property, which property equals more than fifty percent of the total valuation for assessment of all taxable real and personal property to be included in the District, is filed with the Board of County Commissioners no later than ten days prior to the hearing, unless such property has been excluded by the Board of County Commissioners under Section 32-1-203 (3.5) , C.R.S. Pursuant to Section 32-1-305(3) , C.R.S. , the owner of real property within the proposed District may file a petition with the District Court in and for Weld County, stating reasons why said property should not be included with the proposed District and requesting that such real property be excluded therefrom. Such petition shall be duly verified and shall describe the property sought to be excluded. The District Court will hear said petition and all objections thereto and the time of the hearing on the petition for organization and shall determine whether, in the best public interest, said property should be excluded or included in the proposed District. Such petition may be filed any time after the petition for the organization of the District is filed with the District Court, but not later than ten days before the day fixed for the hearing on the organizational petition. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO BY: MARY ANN FEUERSTEIN COUNTY CIERK AND RECORDER AND CLERK TO THE BOARD BY: Debbie Campbell, Deputy DATED: July 20, 1988 PUBLISHED: July 27, and August 3 and 10, 1988, in the Fort Lupton Press PUBLISHED: July 27, 1988, in the Platteville Herald 8F r636 EXHIBIT "A" DESCRIPTION OF FORT LUPTON PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District consists of all ter- ritory within a boundary described as follows (all Township (T) are north of the 40 Base Line and all Ranges (R) are west of the 6th Principal Meridian): Beginning at the NE corner of Sec. 3, T2N, R66W; Thence south to the NE corner of Sec. 27, T2N, R66W; Thence east to the NE corner of Sec. 26, T2N, R66W; Thence south to the SE corner of said Sec. 26, T2N, R66W; Thence east to the NE corner of Sec. 36, T2N, R66W; Thence south to the SE corner of Sec. 12, TIN, R66W; Thence west to the SE corner of Sec. 10, TIN, R66W; Thence south to the E 1/4 corner of Sec. 27, TIN, R66W; Thence west to the E 1/4 corner of Sec. 27, T1N, R67W; Thence south to the SE corner of Sec. 34, TIN, R67W; Thence west to the S 1/4 corner of Sec. 35, TIN, R68W; Thence north to the-.N: 1/4 corner of Sec. 26, TIN, R68W; Thence east to the SE corner of Sec. 21, TIN, R67W; Thence north to the W 1/4 corner of Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; Thence east to the Center of said Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; Thence north to the N 1/4 corner of said Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; Thence east to the NE corner of Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; Thence south to the E 1/4 corner of Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; Thence east to the center of Sec. 11, T2N, R67W; Thence north to the N 1/4 corner of said Sec. 11, T2N, R67W; Thence east to the NE corner of Sec. 11, T2N, R67W; Thence north to the W 1/4 corner of Sec. 1, T2N, R67W; Thence east to the center of said Sec. 1, T2N, R67W; Thence north to the N 1/4 corner of' Sec. 1, T2N, R67W; Thence east to the point of beginning. Said description contains all of that area contained within the Weld County School District RE-8, less the Carbon Valley Park and Recreation District. 880836 the Board of County �7 Commissioners no later than ten f r U Q,'i! o f [>t ,b M ICQ t u., I days prior to the hearing, unless NOTICE OF HEAPING such property has been excluded Docket No. 88.44 by the Board of County PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY Commissioners under Section GIVEN that a Service Plan for the ]2-1-203 (3.5), C.R.S. proposed Fort Lupton Park and Pursuant to Section J2-1- Recreation District has been filed 305(3), C.R.S., the owner of reel with the County Clerk and property within the proposed Dis- '-Y ATE- OF COLORADO)RADO) Recorder of Weld County, Col- trict may file a petition with the orado. The Service Plan and re- District Court in and for Weld Courtly O. Weld} Vic' fated documents are now on file County, stating reasons why said in the office of the Clerk to the property should not be included Board of County Commissioners, with the proposed District and re- A. Winkler Ri ecPI 1 916 10th Street, Third Floor, questing that such real property Greeley, Colorado, and are be excluded therefrom. Such cII::('uu::;c nl V. J Ln'I:IL tl,.icu,,rn +I, 11..11 I available for public inspection petition shall be duly verified and between 8:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M., shelf describe the properly an. pas bll+h,'r <,1 Platteville Herald Monday through Friday. sought to be excluded. The Dle- _. — NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN trict Court will hear said petition that, by Order of the Board of and ell objections thereto and the tty the ≤,,::'.r IS .1 wrvnlc nru S1 J)I' : u1 g•'ncrnl I County Commissioners of Weld time of the hearing on the petition c L'I u;allr r, was pr:c;r:'. an(' publ'shed In the County, Colorado, a public hear- for organization and shall deter- tev:n o! Ing on said Service Plan and re- mine whether, in the best public re- Platteville lated documents will be held in interest, said property should be `.�,- the Centennial Center, 915 10th excluded or Included in the pro- f --: ,'- . . � Street, Greeley, Colorado, at 2:00 posed District. Such petition may f ' c' is., ar co' , has P.M., on Wednesday, the 17th day be bled any time alter the petition tw r:; rat.,.snro te sa a. u i es,, ne soap:r tar of August, 1988. for the organization of the District The purpose of the hearing is filed with the District Court, but (C2te.-Z_' t'n;,'}re-truce shall be to consider the adequacy not later than ten days before the of the Service Plan of the pro- day fixed for the hearing on the urr � that for or et u-a`_ p'ath>h.rd IT. the posed Fort Lupton Park and organizational petition. rat u!at Orel enure csur o: even m:mbc': of stud Recreation District and to form a BOARD OF ti• basis for adopting a Resolution COUNTY COMMISSIONERS rteu≤pa pv c'.:^n; .ht Who'_err: :1mc nt pc,.lra approving, conditionally approv- WELD COUNTY, ton o` s;..c court arc ;:'. :he nr u'spapc'r pro(-'r Ing, or disapproving the amend- COLORADO and no: in a supplement thereof. that the first menL p❑t i_atc: of s:: d notice uas ronca:ned :n the The proposed Fort Lupton Park BY: MARY ANN FEUERSTEIN .. and Recreation District is located :55ue of said newspaper boa.^.nC the daa', the COUNTY CLERK entirely within Weld County, Cal- AND RECORDER orado,and is described in Exhibit AND CLERK TO THE BOARD — 7 dale o.` (�,r�k'.� n.:: IPr' A, rsued hereto.J` ill Pursuant chto Section 32-1-202, BY: Debbie Campbell, Deputy C,R,S., the Service Plan may not and the last pubiication !he:^d. In the isttie issue of be approved if a petition object- EXHIBIT "A" e da< of Ing to the Service Plan and . ss 1::TIC uspe per. b:an:'.G Ca'e. t!',. signed by the owners of taxable DESCRIPTION OF /; real and personal property, which TON PARK AND RECREATIONFORTLUP- I nyy tbm'. Hit,sad property equals more than fifty DISTRICT fi percent of the total valuation tor Fort Lupton Park and Recre- assessment of all taxable real etion District consists of all tern- and Herald and personal property to be in- tory within a boundary described has trt-' :'c ' . '.c 1---Cr- eluded in the District, is filed with as follows (all Township (T) are t ... the ,, .,<..,, north of the 40 Base Line and all Cnny cut:',r u rf. �' :. '10" L. L'. ' fire- IS"u" - Ranges (R) are west of the 6th - Principal Meridian):toe[r,.!rP 4 ,. . .. n. Beginning at the NE corner of v cq Sec. 3, T2N, R66W; at Thence south to the NE corner Ir c t t it t ..C.. C S.C...-1".; of Sec. 27, T2N, R66W; �'_ ', 1 f::: ;-:'' < lr'` t Thence east to the NE corner of Sec. 26, T2N, R66W; Thence south to the SE corner . of said Sec. 26, T2N, R66W; �... ..'1 _. . ...� Thence east to the NE corner of Sec. 36, T2N, R66W; c,ct Thence south to the SE corner of Sec. 12, TIN, R66W; Thence west to the SE corner _ Thence south to the E 1/4 cor- ner of Sec. 27, TIN, R66W; Thence west the 1/4 corner of Sec. 27, s N,, E R E Thence south to the SE corner of Sec. 34, TIN, R67W; --f? Thence west to the S 1/4 corner ..�...� • . of Sec. 35, TIN, o6 Thence north hee N ;, cor- ner Sec.- - - her of 26, TIN,,t R68 W;, ' Thence east to the SE corner of (2/1/Q4.fr , Sec. 21, TIN, R67W; d.r, n. ( ,yb(iC.y ° I' I`'• Thence north to the W 1/4 cor- /]- fVly • her of Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; u Thence east to the Center of `- said Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; Thence north to the N 1/4 tor- t.,--,./._. CL.- --__-._l _ K"`� her of said Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; 's ,' 1., I',Iutc i Thence east to the NE corner of Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; FOThence south to the E 1/4 cor- 41'5 A PRESS her of Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; _ .Thence 11 the center of Sec. 11, T2N,nor R67W;tthe Lupton,CO 80621 Thence north to the N 1/4 cor- her of said Sec. 11, T2N, R67W; " Thence east to the NE corner of , Sec. 11, T2N, R67W; Thence north to the W 1/4 cor- her of Sec. a, TEN, the c c//- Z 880836 Thence can to 7 center of k', ro ., .., rip.•,-^ / > said Sec. 1, Bthe Thence north to the N 1/4 cor- ner of Sec. t, MN, R67W; Thence east to the point of be- ginning. Said description contains all of that area contained within the Weld County School District RE- 8, less the Carbon Valley Park • and Recreation District. Published in the Platteville Her- ald, July 27, 1988. A1ridci•i. or publicc<- on ST 'ATE OF CUn.cP:ADO) LEGAL NOTICE • County of AThai) ss. ., ... _�...,..._ _..�„_ ....._:.;....._ day fixed for ihet hearing on the { NOTICE OF HEARING organizational tI A. Winkler Riesel „I Docket No. 88-aa ce Ign BOARD OF PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY COUNTY COMMISSIONERS GIVEN that a Service Plan for the od i dtit n. n; la Id :.0 out that wr,rn rat that I proposed Fort Lupton Park end WELD COUNTY, -- anI pat 'rr u: Ft. Lupton Press Recreation District has been filed COLORADO with the County Clerk and BY: MARY ANN FEUERSTEIN Recorder of Weld County, Col. ;t:a! Ihi sane n a V., t. n,t%spar r OT g''neral orado. The Service Plan and re. COUNTY CLERK ctn.ulanon uar pr;ni cd and p 'blshed in the laced documents are now on file AND RECORDER in the office of the Clerk to the AND CLERK TO THE BOARD lit n of Ft . Lunton Bong of county CA sinners, BY: Debbie Campbell, Deputy t 81'friOtFYSOll std o, Floor, !s It-, r r,i , t " :.. ri, nod 't dot't'y Greeley,, Colorado, 'd are t.c. t !t�_ . - t " :s a r t 1 has available for public inspection EXHIBIT"A" N r i•-, s.... u t :b.l• r sp::pt L"' between 8:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M., DESCRIPTION OF FORT CUP- , - Monday through Friday. TON PARK AND RECREATION THREE NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN DISTRICT liL ror':-.e e'.::nc that, by Order of the Board of Fort Lupton Park and Recre- u:-t7= that the nod(t war. pobl:.hed the County Commissionersoa of Weld atlan District bounder of all terri- County, Colorado, a public hear Cory within a boundary descrl are reruiu and entire is,-or c: et arc number of s"Itd ing on said Service Plan and re- Druspt.p• r d:: , ,, the p.'fio:::r�d i—re of pub::ca haled documents .will be held in ee lollowt (all ip (enT) are the Centennial Center, 915 10th north of the Base Line and 6all th _ lion 0'sad ndi;ce and I❑ the neuspat,- prop'r Ranges (R) are west of the 6th a-IA no; it a sup:urn- 'n; thereof, lhal the fist Street, Greeley, Colorado, at 2:00 Principal Meridian): P.M., on Wednesday, the 17th day Beginning al IM NE corner el t Inane e s.;'.d not:,e at sr r'ontained ie the of August, 1988. Sec. 3, T2N, R66W; 1ssu- or said ne tc soap,r btu-mi. the dare. lne The Pwpo of the hearing Thence south to the NE corner shall be to consconsider the adequacy of Sec. 27, T2N, R6eW; Thence east to the WE corner of pp 7 day Or JULY A )-' 198 of the Service Plan of YM pro- posed Fort Lupton Park and See. 26, T2N, R66W; - Recreation District and to form a Thence south to the SE corner r basis for adopting and the last publication I herec!. in the issue of P 9 a y sppr ion of said Sec. 26, the NE corner approving, conditionally aamend. Thence east to the corner of s in nt'e'spaper. b,'ar.r:L dale. the_1�dat or - Ing, or disapproving the amend- ment. Sec. 36, o RCM; AUGUSST Thence TIN, the SE corner t. • T 3.88_T'.h o! In,s.::d The reationd Fort Lupton is Park of Sec. 12, t tR66W; and Recreation winWeld C is located Thence west TIN, to the SE corner entirely within s D2ins b of Sec. 10, TIN, MOW; Ft. Lupton Press A ace,and b Exhibit deso.ibad.M' r of Thence .27, TI the E 1/4 nor- A, has t_:-t u , ,i 'asi, a c- - attached hereto. ner of Sec. 27, TIN, RBBW; Pursuant to Section 32.1-202, a; L e- I:I:c t '0 Thence west to the E 1/4 corner .t t1' C.R,S„ the Service Plan may not of Sec. 27, TIN, R67W; I be approved if a petition object- or- t e „'..rt I ing to the Service Plan and Thence south to the SE corner signed.by the owners of taxable of Sec. e•, TIN, the S a as Thence west to 68 S 1/4 corner ;(c t s r.t r real end personal property, which of Sec. 35, TIN, R69W; a' ire L'o't c c c .a o --ic property equate more than fifty Thence north to the N 1/4 coy- r d'.'i c ., , �rf a% ,..p. the !111 percent of the total valuation for ner of Sec. 26, TIN, RCM; n a;-,.:'; c' ac a:t cry, Ic .... .. Corscrra^.,^ assessment of all taxable real Thence east to the SE corner of and personal property to be in. Se<. 21).TIN, R67W - t eluded in the District, is ISW with Thence north ace the W f/s cot the Board of County ner of- sec. * T2N, Re7W; n,.. t t r c:-i. Commissioners no later than ten Thence east to the,Center of days prior to the hearing unless :said Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; t e . t .. . _ I •cot`' I such property has been.excluded Thence north to the N 1/4 cot ., .. by the Board of .County ner of said Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; I Commissioners under- Section Thence east to the NE corner of 32-1.203 (3.5), C.R.S. Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; `-' Pursuant to Section 32.1• Thence south to the E 1/4 cer- r/ 306(3), C.R.S., the owner of reel net of Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; property within the proposed Die. . to- / ��aw♦. . / / 'riot may file apetition with the Thence asst 67w; center of Sec. 11, T2N,or R67W r► / " '� ' , l:. r ! District Court In and for Weld Thence north 10 the N 1/s cor-, j County, stating reasons why said ner of said Sec. 11, T2N, R67W; ! properly.should not be included; ner east to the NE corner of I with the proposed District and re- See. 11, T2N, R67W; ! questing that such real property Thence north to the W 1/s<or- �� be excluded therefrom. Such ner of Sow 1, T2µ.R67W; a ,., It, I petition shall be duly verified and Thence east to the center of C• '• „! t shall describe the property said Sec. 1, T2N, R67W; sought to be excluded. The Ole- Thence north to the N 1/4 cor- tri<t Court will hear said petition ner of Sec. 1,T2N, R67W; end all the ons thereto,and the Thence east to the point of be- time of the hearing en eh* hi:deter- ginning. for organization end best Said description.contains all of y.rt.r; Polar I mine- , said whether, In o the best public that area contained within the I excluded or included lntheperty be Weld County ar:hool District RE. pro 6, less the Carbon Valley Park ',II UPTON PRESS I posed District.Such Width* May and Recreation District. r Jriver Ave. t - ge f.Lupton,CO 00621 , - AT6fdli f mot INS 141S lot 4,101 4 I.•. r.. ..i...15 i' rst.irt..r4/;/ 881836 ,1frdaC of Publication NOTICE Of NEARING BY: Debbie Cambia, Dewily Dseket No. esJ4 PUBLIC NOTICE IS HERESYp,±A. GIVEN Meta Bete Plan for the . proposed Fort Lupton Perk and ° DESCRIP710N OF. FORT LUP- Recreation District has been filed TON PARK AND RECREATION with the County, Clerk end DISTRICT STATE OF COLORADO) Recorder of Weld County, Col- Fort Lupton and Recro- oredo. The Service Plan end re- awl District Park a of WI QJ[l fit�' OI \\ e'Idl 55. Inc the documents are now. on the tory within a boundary described tern- In office Cofounty the Clerk to the as follows (MI ip (T) .are Board o/County. Commissioners, north of the 40 Base Line and elI i Q. Wink] R� esel 915 10th. Street, Third Floor, Ranges (RI are west of the 6th Greeley, lot public and.-•te Principal Meridian): available for Public inspection the NE corner of sir¢;slut r,lr col AG Id brims tl,.lr ...ern tan t::dt between 3Ag A,M, and 2S0 O.M., Mc. 3,Beginning at the rem publish..n to- Monday through Friday. Thence south to the NE corner Ft . Lupton Press _ NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN of Sec. 27, T2N, R66W; • hal.the same is a w''e nlr n,uspa(.r of g•'ncral that, by Order of the Beard of Thence east to the NE comer of circulation was printed and publ;shrd in the County Ceamiieslenore of Weld Sss- 22. TS* 550W- County, Colorado, a public hear- Thence oath N the SE earner town of - Mg on said Service Plan end re- of old toe$ TEN, ROSY;Ft . Lupton lated documents will be held in in said eoun;t awl Sil' eat the notice of adver- the Centennial Center, 915 10th Thanes eesti Ihe NE eamr'ef Street, Greeley, Colorado, at 2:00 Boo, ys, T121. W the lsemcn:.of u hoc n Ihr ar nn'\rd is a tsar ropy has P.M., on Wednesday,the 17th day Thence ee6th is the SE seater been pea Chsh rd to sa�,! urea:', nevi'sp�pc tar of August, 1988. of Bea R,Tin, fl66W; The purpose of the hearing Thence weal to Me SE coiner rlAk ;-on se cu ur'e shall be to con the theweekServicePlan pro- Thenn couch to theE 1/4 er- regula that the ti f evwas published in the posed Fort Lupton Park antl ter of Sea 27, T1 N, R68W; regular and entire issue o: even" number of said Recreation District and to forms Thence west to the E 1/4 corner Lion of aprr d notice the period the and time of public a- buss for adopting a ly Resolution of Sec. 27, TIN, R67W; approving, conditionally approV-- Thanes south to the SE corner andand not u and in the newspaper that the firprobstr of Boo 34, TIN, R67W; pub in a supplement thereof that first Irtg, w disapproving the amend- Thertee west to the 3.1/4'esmor issue ouon. of said notice was contained :n the ^rest of See.hen 32, TIN, ROBS; issue of said newspaper bearing the date. the The proposed Fort Lupton Park DMus north to the N 1/4 eor- end Repeatles Dell C N y col. cor- ner e7 Sec. 26, TiN,.R&M; orders cod is Web Count E, ibit Thence east to the SE corner of ,-)1 date of •yc,. .A.D_ 19�.-( A, art end 6eeto. kt Exhibit Sea 21, TIN, R67W; C. attached hereto. Thence north the W 1/4 cor- ner to eettion. 32-1-202, ter Sec. 10, to t R67W; and the last eta bh on creo(. m the issue of C.R.S., the Service Plan may not said newspaper. bra rtnG dale the - - of be approved If a petition object- Thence east to the Center of uitl Sea 10, T2N, R67W; signed g to the Service Plan and Thence north to the N 1/4:wa- r by ro of taxable r' 1%l Xhol the saidnor of said Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; ✓, - prep and personal property, which Thence east to the NE corer of property c equals t total more than fifty Sec. 10, TaN, R87W; t . LllDtO71 _ percent of the taxable len for Thence uuth to the Ef/4 cork easesement of' all. real nor of Sec. 10, 72N, R67W; has been urine i cc. co:ota of s lt. and c -i\somer- and personal property to be In- ;. rvptrdh d..:mt, Clio period of at bast I .: nco eluded in the District, is filed with Thence east to the center of the Board of Count See, 11, 7211, R67W; thereof tit •e inn:na saidn prior t to r the first tissue Commissioners no later than ten Thence north to the N 1/4 ter- above fer e n bate tar or act pa pe'r.cat days prior to the hearing, union her of weld See 1t,T2N, R87W; abase referred o to. and that said nations per was such property has been excluded Thence asst to the NE comer of at the time of each of the publications of said by the Board of 'County> Sec. 1joT2rn BRkf ' W 1N ear- notice duly qualified for that purpose within the Commissioners under Section tare Beer ;T le INif h 72-1=103 (3,5), C.R.S. Leila No o; an act ertIse d. nis Act Concern:cos Pursuant to. Section 32-1 Lela: Notices. Adt'cr:'scrrnts and Publications 362(3),C.R.S., the owner of real Themes oesT to the reviler of and Ihr Fars or Printers and Publishers thereof property within the proposed Die- Wd tee. 1, * win may file • petition with the • Themes worth t the M to eer- and to th the all Acts and Paris o-Acts in Con- novelties.1 T1/4 07IN;Mpg l flirt w it', the Pro%resins of his Act' approved Dlatrlet Courtin andtar Weld nis It r ol. and County wrung reasons why aaW Thence asst to the point of be- Ap '�.i. and a r'� Mopsrly should not be included ginning. .. pa-sic c a a re r a"t r d. Wth dto Propoead DlMdet antl n- Said description contains ell of .arch 19'_7 and ppm c s ti 113. Wo►Ibp that such reel properly that area contained within. the M sttdutled therefrom. guilt I Weld County School District RE- 19 I / NtlBert MMI b•day verified and e, less the Carbon Valley`Park ,/ ' v shell describe the property I and Recreation District... ought tobe excluded, The Dia- , Tub slier Mel Court will hear said petition Published in the ton not oileblections thereto and the Press, Jay 27 August and 0 or In of the Irr3ta/on de petition- to, Mit Suhv"nbcd and !infirm to brlorr me thisInter organization end shed dew nano whether.N1 the best public.. Interest, said properly should be da%s,t A. D 1`I excluded or Included in the pro- cooed Such Distriet Such petition they be filed.any Its attar the petition ' for the orgaautian of the District /� - le flied with the District Court but e n/l•.{/ not later than ten days before the ,�, `---�1.,L- day fixed for the hearing on the —_ 7Vl \utdr)' Public organizational petition, BOARD OF FORT LUPTON-PRESS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, lit 1-% mveF'lh7tr - • COLORADO Fort Lupton,CO 80621 BY: MARY ANN FEUERSTEIN COUNTY CLERK ANO.RECORDER C.){'.T^S3 S '/ AND CLERK TOND THE BOARD ,SPUP3 Mc conntirsston esptrc- 6 - - Z� NOTICE OF HEARING Thence west to the S 1/4 corner Docket No. 08-44 of See. 35, TIN, ROW; PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY Thence north to the N 1/4 tor- . GIVEN that a Service Plan for the net of Sea 28,TIN, RSOW; proposed Fort Lupton Park and Thence east to the SE corner of _ Recreation District has been filed Sec. 21, TIN, R67W; AT!, OF ('O: with the County Clerk and Thence north to the W 1/4 cor- Recorder of.Weld County, Col-. nor of Sec. 10, T214, R67W; „ O ni� ' \1c''.C., outdo. The Service Plan d re- Thence east to the Center of IsMd documents are now on file said Sec. 10, T2N, R87W; A. Winkler P1esel in the office of the Clerk to the Thence north to the N 1/4 cor- -T.------ Board of County Commissioners, net of said Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; 915 10th Street, Third Floor, Thence east to the NE corner of Greeley, Colorado, and are Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; available for public inspection Thence south to the E 1/4 sor- t Ft . Lunton Press between 0:10 A.M. and 5:00 P.M., . ner of Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; - — Monday through Friday. Thence oast to the center of I,., >... . NA _ pa; r 1' ^',r.,l NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN Sec. 11, T2N, R67W; W; _. ;.c[ hrr I�. thr - then, by Order of the Bawd of Thence north to 1M N 1/e cm- :— Commissioners of Wald ner of said Sec. 11,T2N, R67W; Ft . Lupton County, Colorado a public hear- Thence east to the NE corner of ing on said Service Plan and re- Sec. 11, T2N, R67W; laced documents will be held in Thence north to the W 1/4 ear- ` '- the Centennial Center, 915 10th nor of Sec. t, T2N, R57W; i . Street, Greeley, Colorado, at 2:00 Thence east to the center of P.M., on Wedneeary,the 77th day said Sea 1, T2N, R67W; THREE of August, 1988. Thence north to the N 1/4 cor- ner of Sea 1, T2N, R87W; shall be to consider the adequacy Thence east to the point of be- ,... of the Service Plan of the pro- r n i . - posed Fort Lupton Park and ginning. Recreation District and to forma Said description contains all of . C ;-• . r r ., that area contained within the .,.,.0 bests for adopting a Resolution Weld County School District RE- - _ li approving, conditionally approv- 6, less Carbon Valley Park _ .. peep, or dlsePProving the 9meM- and Recreation District merit _� r• ;.._, i:�. The proposed Fort Lupton Park Published in the Fort Lupton -� and Recreation District Is located 10, , July 27 and August 3 and rely wi Col- 27 r i JULY - S g eenreedo and is described kt n Weld tExhibit 966. --- — A, attached hereto ' tLi las Bbl..,,..� 'h r • u or Pursuant to Section 32-1-202, ar G'"`' C.R.S., the Service Plan may not C:n of be approved H a petition object- ing to the Service Ilan and AUGUST _ ,,. signed by the owners of taxable real and personal property, which property equals more thin fifty Ft . Lunton Press percent of the total valuation for assessment of all taxable real .. . .. and d i the property to be in- _ .. the m its District, la files my the Board of County Commissioners rio no later than ten days prior the hearing, unless lu such property B rd been excluded II by the nears of County Commissioners 3.5). under Section 32-1-203 (3.51. C.R.S. Pursuant to Section 32-1- .. 305(3), C.R.S., the owner of real ... property within the proposed Dis- trict_. may file a petition with the District Court In and for Weld County, stating reasons why said property should not be included with the proposed District end re- i questing that such real property be excluded therefrom. Such petition shell be duly verified and shall describe the property sought to be excluded. The DM- trict Court will hear said petition and all objections thereto end the time of the hearing on the petition for organization and shall deter- mine whether, in the best public interest, said property should be excluded or included in the pro- .... seed District.ti Such f `X, p petition may be filed rgy time after the petition r for the wi the of the t but i filed t rwith the District ay Court, but not lalxe than ten days before the day fixed for the hearing on the organizational petition. BOARD OF FORT LUPTON PRESS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, _.__.__..._.,;.t6.,B0OYEfr-AVO--"`.•..�.- --""—' COLORADO Fort Lt;','•, ^.n 80621 BY:MARY ANN FEUERSTEIN COUNTY CLERK --�•••-- — AND RECORDER AND CLERK TO THE BOARD / p BY: Debbie Campbell, Deputy }' - ' !L� ' L�- EXHIBIT•A" g�JJ /p DESCRIPTION OF FORT LUP- 880836 TON PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT Fort Lupton Park and Recro- -Son District consists of all tern- 'tory within a boundary described as follows (all Township (T) are north of the 40 Base Line and all Ranges (RI are west of the ath Principal Meridian): Beginning at the NE corner of Sec. 3, T2K R58W; Thence south to the NE corner of Sea 27,T2K R66W; Thence east to the NE corner of Sec. 26, 7211, RCN; Thence south to the SE corner of said See. 26, T2N, R66W; Thence east to the NE corner of See. 98, T2N, MOW; Thence south to the SE corner of Sep 12, T1N, R66W; Thence west to the SE corner of See. 10, TIN, 1166W; Thence south to the E 1/4 cor- ner of See 27, TIN,RIM; Thence west to the E 114 corner of Sep 27,TIN, R67W; Thence south to the SE corner of See 34,TIN, R67W; BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, COUNTY OF WELD, STATE OF COLORADO Case No. PETITION FOR APPROVAL OF SERVICE PLAN IN RE THE ORGANIZATION OF FORT LUPTON PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT TO: The Board of County Commissioners of the County of Weld, State of Colorado Pursuant to the provisions of the Special District Act, more particularly C.R.S. Section 32-1-202, as amended, the persons proposing the organization of the Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District (the "District") in Weld County, Colorado by their attorneys, Collins & Cockrel, P.C. , submit the Service Plan of said proposed District and respectfully petition the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Weld for a Resolution of Approval, and certain other preliminary actions relating thereto, for said proposed District. In support of this Petition, the Petitioners state: 1. That on July /R , 1988, there was filed with the County Clerk and Recorder for the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County the Service Plan for the proposed Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District. 2. That said Service Plan fully complies with all provisions of Part 2 of the Special District Act, more particularly, C.R. S . Subsection 32-1-202 (2) , as amended. 3. That the maximum processing fee required by law (i.e. $200.00) was filed with the Service Plan. 4 . That pursuant to the provisions of C.R.S. Subsection 32-1-204 (1.5) , as amended, the Petitioners for the organization of the proposed District will send postcard notification of the public hearing on the Service Plan to all property owners within the proposed District as listed on the records of the Weld County Assessor. WHEREFORE, the Petitioners request the Board of County Commissioners to enter such orders as may be necessary or proper preliminary to, and in connection with, a Resolution of Approval of the Service Plan of the proposed Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District, including providing written notice of the 880836 hearing to all interested parties and making publication of the hearing in the Fort Lupton Press as required pursuant to C.R.S. Subsection 32-1-204 (1) , as amended, and submitting the appropriate report to the Division of Local Government in the Colorado Department of Local Affairs pursuant to C.R.S. Subsection 32-1-202 (1) , as amended. Respectfully submitted, COLLINS AND COCKREL, P.C. Ro ert A. T bbals, r. #8501 390 Union Boulevard Suite 400 Denver, Colorado 80 28 303/986-1551 880936 BEFORE THE WELD COUNTY, COLORADO, PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION OF RECOMMENDATION TO THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Moved by Paulette Weaver that the following resolution be introduced for passage by the Weld County Planning Commission. Be it Resolved by the Weld County Planning Commission that the application for: NAME: Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District c/o Collins and Cockrel, P.C. ADDRESS: 445 Union Boulevard, Suite 129, Denver, CO 80228 REQUEST: To review a service plan pursuant to Section 32-1-201 et seq. , CRS, for a proposed park and recreation district LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Refer to page 27 of the Service Plan application LOCATION: The proposed district extends north to Weld County Road 26 and south to Weld County Road 2, one-half mile west of Weld County Road 11 and east of Weld County Road 37 (approximately 85 square miles) be recommended favorably to the Board of County Commissioners for the following reasons: - 1. Based upon the review criteria set forth in Section 32-1-203, CRS, the Weld County Planning Commission recommends approval of the park and recreation district. - There appears to be sufficient existing and projected need for the organized service in the area to be serviced by the proposed special district. - Existing service in the area to be served by the proposed special district appears to be inadequate for the present and projected needs and will not be available to the area through the County, other existing municipal or quasi-municipal corporation within a reasonable time and on a comparable basis. - The proposed special district appears to be capable of providing economical and sufficient service to the area within its proposed boundaries. - The area to be included in the proposed special district appears to have the financial ability to discharge the proposed indebtedness on a reasonable basis. - The proposed special district is compatible with the public facility and service goal as set forth in the Weld County Comprehensive Plan, and each municipality within a three mile radius of the proposed district have indicated that they have no conflicts with the proposed district. 880836 Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District August 2, 1988 Page 2 - The proposal is in compliance with the Weld County Comprehensive Plan's open space, parks, and recreation goals. - It appears that the creation of the proposed special district will be in the best interest of the area proposed to be served. This recommendation is based, in part, upon a review of the application materials submitted by the applicant, other relevant information regarding the request, and the responses of the referral entities which have reviewed this request. Motion seconded by LeAnn Reid. VOTE: For Passage Against Passage Ivan Gosnell Jerry Burnett Bud Halldorson Ernie Ross LeAnn Reid Louis Rademacher Paulette Weaver Ann Garrison The Chairman declared the resolution passed and ordered that a certified copy be forwarded with the file of this case to the Board of County Commissioners for further proceedings. CERTIFICATION OF COPY I, Bobbie Good, Recording Secretary of the Weld County Planning Commission, do hereby certify that the above and foregoing Resolution is a true copy of the Resolution of the Planning Commission of Weld County, Colorado, adopted on August 2, 1988, and recorded in Book No. XI of the proceedings of the Planning Commission. Dated the 3rd day of August, 1988. tJ c=> Bobbie Good —` Secretary 850536 Date: July 5, 1988 NAME: Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District c/o Collins and Cockrel, P.C. ADDRESS: 445 Union Boulevard, Suite 129, Denver, CO 80228 REQUEST: To review a service plan pursuant to Section 32-1-201 et seq. , CRS, for a proposed park and recreation district LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Refer to page 27 of the Service Plan application LOCATION: The proposed district extends north to Weld County Road 26 and south to Weld County Road 2, one-half mile west of Weld County Road 11 and east of Weld County Road 37 (approximately 85 square miles) 1. Based upon the review criteria set forth in Section 32-1-203, CRS, the Department of Planning Services recommends approval of the park and recreation district. - There appears to be sufficient existing and projected need for the organized service in the area to be serviced by the proposed special district. - Existing service in the area to be served by the proposed special district appears to be inadequate for the present and projected needs and will not be available to the area through the County, other existing municipal or quasi-municipal corporation within a reasonable time and on a comparable basis. - The proposed special district appears to be capable of providing economical and sufficient service to the area within its proposed boundaries. - The area to be included in the proposed special district appears to have the financial ability to discharge the proposed indebtedness on a reasonable basis. - The proposed special district is compatible with the public facility and service goal as set forth in the Weld County Comprehensive Plan, and each municipality within a three mile radius of the proposed district have indicated that they have no conflicts with the proposed district. - The proposal is in compliance with the Weld County Comprehensive Plan's open space, parks, and recreation goals. - It appears that the creation of the proposed special district will be in the best interest of the area proposed to be served. 880836 Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District July 5, 1988 Page 2 This recommendation is based, in part, upon a review of the application materials submitted by the applicant, other relevant information regarding the request, and the responses of the referral entities which have reviewed this request. 880836 LAND-USE APPLICATION SUMMARY SKEET Date: January 26, 1988 NAME: Fort Lupton Parks and Recreation District c/o Collins, and Cockrel, P.C. ADDRESS: 445 Union Blvd., Suite 129, Denver, CO 80228 REQUEST: To review a Service Plan pursuant to Section 32-1-201, et seq., CRS, for a proposed Park and Recreation District LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Refer to page 27 of the Service Plan application LOCATION: The proposed District extends north to Weld County Road 26 and south to Weld County Road 2. The proposed District extends one-half mile west of Weld County Road 11 and east to Weld County Road 37. SIZE OF PARCEL: Approximately 85 square miles POSSIBLE ISSUES SUMMARIZED FROM APPLICATION MATERIALS: The criteria for review of this proposal is listed in Section 32-1-203 (2) , CRS as amended. This information is included in this land-use packet. The purpose of the Parks and Recreation District is to provide additional recreational services, programs, and facilities. Referral agencies contacted have no objections to the service plan as submitted. In a referral response dated December 31, 1987, Roger Giebelhouse, Brighton Community Development, did offer some concerns regarding people within the Fort Lupton Parks and Recreation District that are currently using Brighton Recreation facilities. 880836 SERVICE PLAN 31-2-203. Action on service plan - criteria (1) (1) The Board of County Commissioners of each county which has territory included within the proposed special district. Other than a proposed special district which is contained entirely within the boundaries of a municipality, shall constitute the approving authority under this part 2 and shall review any service plan filed by the petitioners of . any proposed special district. With reference to the review of any service plan, the Board of County Commissioners has the following authority: (a) To approve without condition or modification the service plan submitted; (b) To disapprove the service plan submitted; (c) To conditionally approve the service plan subject to the submission of additional information relating to or the modification of the proposed service plan. (2) The Board of County Commissioners shall disapprove the service plan unless evidence satisfactory to the board of each of the following is presented: (a) There is sufficient existing and projected need for organized service in the area to be serviced by the proposed special district; (b) The existing service in the area to be served by the proposed special district is inadequate for present and projected needs; (c) The proposed special district is capable of providing economical and sufficient service to the area within its proposed boundaries; (d) The area to be included in the proposed special district has, or will have, the financial ability to discharge the proposed indebtedness on a reasonable basis. (2.5)The Board of County Commissioners may disapprove the service plan if evidence satisfactory to the board of any of the following, at the discretion of the board, is not presented: (a) Adequate service is not, or will not be, available to the area through the county, other existing municipal or quasi-municipal corporations, including existing special districts, within a reasonable time and on a comparable basis; 880836 Service Plan Page 2 (b) The facility and service standards of the proposed special district are compatible with the facility and service standards of each county within which the proposed special district is to be located and each municipality which is an interested party under Section 32-1-204 (1) ; (c) The proposal is in substantial compliance with a master plan adopted pursuant to Section 30-28-106, C.R.S. ; (d) The proposal is in compliance with any duly adopted county, regional, or state long-range water quality management plan for the area; (e) The creation of the proposed special district will be in the best interests of the area proposed to be served. (3) The Board of County Commissioners may conditionally approve the service plan of a proposed special district upon satisfactory evidence that it does not comply with one or more of the criteria enumerated in subsection (2) of this section. Final approval shall be contingent upon modification of the service plan to include such changes or additional information as shall be specifically stated in the findings of the Board of County Commissioners. (3.5)The Board of County Commissioners may exclude territory from a proposed special district prior to approval of the service plan submitted by the petitioners of a proposed special district. The petitioners shall have the burden of proving that the exclusion of such property is not in the best interest of the proposed special district. Any person owning property in the proposed special district who requests that his property be excluded from the special district prior to approval of the service plan shall submit such request to the Board of County Commissioners no later than ten days prior to the hearing held under Section 32-1-204, but the Board of County Commissioners shall not be limited in its action with respect to exclusion of territory based upon such request. Any request for exclusion shall be acted upon before final action of the County Commissioners under Section 32-1-205. (4) The findings of the Board of County Commissioners shall be based solely upon the service plan and evidence presented at the hearing by the petitioners, planning commission, and any interested party. (5) In the case of a proposed hospital district, submission to the Board of County Commissioners by the petitioners of a certified copy of an approved certificate of public necessity issued by the health facilities review council of the department of health shall constitute compliance with subsections (2) and (2.5) of this section. 813©836 REFERRAL LIST APPLICANT: Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District CASE NUMBER: None SENT REFERRALS OUT: December 21, 1987 REFERRALS TO BE RECEIVED BY: January 4, 1988 NO SR NR ,20 -1 NO SR NR V X Town of Frederick 0! v .4. 1° X Town of Dacono $3 3 '23177 v 333 5th Street ,jy 1'0 512 Cherry Street P.C. Box 435 L0 "-J P.O. Box 186 / Frederick, CO 80530 Dacono, CO 80514 ! X City of Brighton X Town of Firestone 22 South 4th Avenue P.O. Box 100 8`33'37 j1 L Brighton, CO 80601 Firestone, CO1.1„,,,,,; 80520 X Town of Lochbuie X Dacono Fire District 23,g1W Route 4, Box 99 V P.O. Box 40 `6 / j Brighton, CO 806016 ..031 Dacono, CO go 514 j M owlJ Bo(S u5,$ X Town of Platteville X Southeast Weld Fire Dist. 411 Goodrich Avenue Attn: Ardith Cody P.O. Drawer 70 P.O. Box 5 Platteville, CO 80651 Roggen, CO 80651 l X Fort Lupton Fire District X Frederick Fire District 1121 N. Denver Avenue P.O. Box 129 gs 3 ” / Fort Lupton, CO 80621 Frederick, CO g 80530 R Platteville Fire District ✓ X Tri-Area Sanitation Dist. P.O. Box 122 V IH'ti` g5" 2V32 — P.O. Box 213 g2,3- 17/ Platteville, CO 80651 4/)(pa Book' Frederick, CO TOWei 80631 io Pt X Carbon Valley Park and Recreation Dis . X Tri-Area Ambulance Dist. v P.O. Box 119 P.O. Box 708 ? 9_28i2S v / Frederick, CO 80530 Frederick, CO 80530 ' V / X West Adams County F Protection Dist. X School District Re8 10550 Huron I,I2 COIL/ 301 Reynolds Northglenn, CO 80234 Fort Lupton, CO 80621 / X Don Warden X Lee Morrison Weld County Finance Director Deputy County Attorney X Beebe Draw Water X Highland Acres Water and Sanitation District and Sanitation District 2006 West 120th Avenue, Suite A 16052 Highland Circle Denver, CO 80234 Brighton, CO 80601 NO=No Objection SR=Specific Recommendations 880836 'T.=No Response REFERRAL LIST APPLICANT: Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District Page 2 SENT REFERRALS OUT: December 21, 1987 REFERRALS TO BE RECEIVED BY: January 4, 1988 NO SR NR NO SR NR X Weld County Library X Bromley Park Metropolitan Districts No. 1 — 4 7951 East Maplewood, Suite 300 Englewood, CO 80111 y X Town of Fort Lupton P.O. Box 148 Fort Lupton, CO 80621 X Dacono Sanitation District P.O. Box 204 Dacono, CO 80514 890S36 COLLINS AND COCKIIEL, P.C. PAUL R.COCKREL ATTORNEYS AT LAW TELEPHONE JAMES P.COLLINS 390 UNION BOULEVARD.SUITE 400 1303)986-1551 ROBERT L TIBBALS.JR. DENVER.COLORADO 80228 COLORADO WATS M ARA M.K.FOWLER July 15, 1988 1-800-354-5941 TELEFAX (3031 986-1755 Ms. Tommie Antuna Clerk to the Board Weld County Board of Commissioners 915 Tenth Street Greeley, Colorado 80632 Re: Proposed Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District Dear Ms. Antuna: Enclosed are six copies of the Service Plan for the proposed Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District, for consideration by the Board of County Commissioners in accordance with C.R.S. Subsection 32-1-202 (1) , as amended. The following documentation is enclosed for use by the Board of County Commissioners in consideration of this matter: 1. Petition for consideration of Service Plan approval; and 2 . Check in the amount of $200. 00 for filing, as per C.R.S. Subsection 32-1-202 (3) , as amended. If you have any questions regarding any of the above, please feel free to contact me at your convenience. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, COI/D, L, P.C. Robert L. Tibbal , Jr. :lan Enclosures cc: Jack Hurst 8S0836 FORT LUPTON PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT SERVICE PLAN DECEMBER, 1987 WELD CHET ! fly JUL 1819:: 9' mIGORSEILEIt.COLO. FORT LUPTON PARR AND RECREATION DISTRICT SERVICE PLAN Prepared by Fort Lupton Recreation Steering Committee and Collins and Cockrel, P. C. 445 Union Boulevard, Suite 129 Denver, Colorado 80228 (303) 986-1551 Colorado WATS 1-800-354-5941 FORT LUPTON PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT _ SERVICE PLAN TABLE OF CONTENTS I. SERVICE PLAN SUMMARY 4 A. Location and Development 4 B. Need for Recreation District 5 C. Population 7 D. Estimated Assessed Valuations 8 E. District Organization 10 II. DISTRICT FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS 11 A. Facilities 11 B. Programs 14 III. PHASES OF DEVELOPMENT 17 IV. FINANCIAL SUMMARY 18 A. Revenue Projections and Policies 18 B. Operating Expenditures 20 C. Indebtedness 22 D. Financial Survey 22 E. Property Tax Impact 23 V. CONCLUSION 24 TABLES _ 1. Projected Assessed Valuations 9 2 . Projected Property Tax Revenues and Mill Levies . 19 3 . Operating Expenditures (1987) 21 APPENDICES A. District Boundary Map 25 B. Legal Description 26 C. Facilities List 28 D. Summary of Financial Capabilities of Proposed District 30 E. Letters of Intent to Participate 35 F. Summary of Participation: Existing Recreation Programs 38 SOURCES 44 FORT LUPTON PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT I. SERVICE PLAN SUMMARY A. LOCATION AND DEVELOPMENT The proposed Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District encompasses approximately 85 square miles of land in southern Weld County, Colorado. The proposed District would include areas situate within the Fort Lupton Fire Protection District, Aims Community College District, Weld Library District and the Brighton Fire Protection District, none of which provide park or recreation services. The boundaries of the proposed District would be substantially identical to those of the Weld County School District RE-8, except for an area on the western boundary of the existing School District, which is currently included in the Carbon Valley Recreation District. A map of the proposed district boundaries is attached as Appendix A. A legal descrip- tion of the District is attached as Appendix B. Pursuant to state statute, certain properties, at least 40 acres in extent and used for agricultural purposes, located within the proposed _ district, shall be excluded from the District until such time as use or zoning of such properties change. The Fort Lupton area community consists of approximately 10, 000 residents, 50% of whom live within the City of Fort Lupton. Aside from the City of Fort Lupton, the area is largely "rural" in character. It is, however, experiencing an influx of new residents who commute to Denver, Boulder and Greeley for employment, but who spend evenings and weekends in the rural community. As a result of the recent influx of residents, the area is in transition from its previous character as a rural farming community to a more suburban-like, rural residential area. 4 Pursuant to Article 1, Title 32, C.R.S. , as amended, a Park and Recreation District may be organized and empowered to _ provide parks, recreational facilities or programs for the general welfare of the inhabitants of such District. The _ residents of southern Weld County in and adjacent to the Town of Fort Lupton seek to increase the health and well being of the community through the development of a variety of recreational programs and facilities to be operated by the District. B. NEED FOR RECREATION DISTRICT Continuation of existing recreational services, as well as establishment of additional recreational services, programs and facilities, is of prime concern to the residents of southern Weld County in and about the vicinity of Fort Lupton. Another concern is combatting potential negative impacts of the relatively rapid growth experienced by this community. Presently, the only recreational activities available to south Weld County residents are those provided by the City of Fort Lupton Recreation Program, primarily a volunteer-run program with limited funding (principally through activity fees and donations) , and to a lesser extent, by Weld County School District RE-8 recreation programs. Recent resignations of the Recreation Program President and Director, raise questions as to the continued viability of the entire voluntary Fort Lupton Recreation Program. The Fort Lupton Recreation Program currently serves local youth from ages seven through seventeen and receives its funding from the City of Fort Lupton (57% of revenues) , from fees and donations (32% of revenues) and School District RE-8 (11% of revenues; see Appendix F) . Continuation of those revenues 5 provided by the City of Fort Lupton and the School District is now threatened by budgetary constraints experienced by those entities. The recreation and park facilities used by the Recreation Program are owned by either the City of Fort Lupton or the School District, and may be subject to preemptive use by those entities. Certain of these present recreation facilities are inadequately sized, having been built for use by a smaller population. Due to the limited nature of funding from the City and the School District, and the inadequate facilities, current recreation programs have been forced to limit their availability primarily to the younger segment of the local population. — Suitable facilities within the City and School District are already heavily scheduled with current programs. Facilities for unorganized adult activities such as "pick-up games" , or recreation related to family activities such as picnics, are also limited, and in some areas of the proposed district, non-existent. Finally, while the City of Fort Lupton has additional park facilities , under current financial conditions, it cannot develop such parks for use by the public. In addition, there is no public entity to receive land dedications, or cash in lieu thereof, made to Weld County as part of subdivision requirements and which would normally be conveyed to a recreational entity for offsetting the impacts of growth. It is clear that adequate recreational services and facilities are not now available and will not be available through other existing municipal or quasi-municipal corporations in this area within a reasonable time and on a comparable basis. 6 Formation of a Recreation District would provide solid and continuing financial support for the continued administration and expansion of existing recreational programs needed to meet a rapidly growing youth population, as well as provide development of recreational programs designed to meet the needs of adults and senior citizens. Indeed, there is a critical need for adult and senior citizen programming. In a recent study conducted by the Recreation Steering Committee, residents expressed a desire for the development of an adult and senior swimming program as well as a desire for a well-developed arts and crafts program. Those residents polled also favored health and fitness, improved - facilities for youth and adults, and organized arts and crafts classes as priority programs and facilities for the District. C. POPULATION Comparing the statistics from the U. S. Census Bureau from 1970 with 1980 indicates a 71% increase in the population of the area within the District during that ten year period, an average annual increase of 7. 1%. The heaviest increase occurred in the 18 to 43 year old age group. The 1980 U.S. Census of Population for the Weld County School District RE-8 showed a population of 8,405 persons, of which 38% were seventeen years of age or older. More recently, the City of Fort Lupton estimates its population _ has increased from 4, 250 in 1980, to 5, 100 in 1987, an increase of 19%. In addition, the school age population has increased approximately 18.7% in the last ten years. It is the opinion of the proponents of the District that growth rates between those of the 1970's and those of the early 1980 's will continue, pointing to a conservative estimate of 7 again increasing the population of the area by 60% to 70% by the year 2000. Local reports of residential housing starts in the area confirm this opinion. With these demonstrated and projected increases in popula- tion, there will be intensified demand for organized recreational programs and facilities which the proposed district can provide and which cannot be furnished by existing private organizations and are not contemplated by any other public or quasi-public entity within a reasonable time and on a comparable basis. D. ESTIMATED ASSESSED VALUATIONS Using the assessed valuation figures from School District RE-8, it is obvious such assessed valuations have varied greatly during the last five years, from a low of $99, 000,000 in 1987, to a high of $144, 000, 000 in 1983. It is clear this fluctuation in assessed valuation is due solely to the fluctuations in oil and gas assessments, which were buffeted by uncertain market conditions (see Appendix D) . The assessed valuations for other types of property, however, indicate a steady increase in assessed valuation, particularly residential property, which increased an average of 3. 65% per year from 1982 through 1986, and industrial property, which increased an average of 51.5% per year for that same time period. For 1987, the Weld County Assessor reported the total assessed valuation of all taxable property within the boundaries of the proposed district to be $92,273,450. For purposes of conservative fiscal planning, proponents of the District have elected to reduce the projected assessed valuation for 1988 to $80 million. This reduction results from two factors: 8 i) Deletion of approximately $6 million of agricultural lands which may or may not be initially included into the District; and ii) An estimated further decline in oil and gas assessed valuation of $6 million (which is roughly estimated to be 10% of the 1987 oil and gas assessments) . Of this estimated assessed valuation of $80 million, for purposes of projection, $10 million of assessed valuation has been assigned to residential, and $10 million to commercial and industrial uses, with the remaining $60 million estimated to result from oil and gas assessments. Assuming that the residential assessed values in the District are $10 million and will grow by 3% per year, and assuming the current commercial and industrial values in the District are $10 million and will increase by 10% per year, while oil and gas assessments remain constant at $60 million, the District's projected assessed valuations are as follows: TABLE NO. 1 PROJECTED ASSESSED VALUATIONS _ 1988 $ 80,000,000 1989 81,300,000 1990 82,709,000 1991 84,237,270 1992 85,896, 088 1993 87,697,840 1994 89, 656, 132 1995 91,785,908 2000 $105,641, 885 9 E. DISTRICT ORGANIZATION The District will be organized according to the provisions of the Special District Act, and will be responsive to the people in terms of recreation needs and interests and fiduciary account- - ability. The District will be governed by a five-member Board of Directors, elected by the public, who will provide parks, recreational facilities and programs within the District as outlined by Statute. Once the District is organized, the Board will exercise all powers and authorities granted to the District by law and will conduct its operations in accordance with statutory procedures and requirements. The District plans to hire a full-time, professional employee as "Director" of the District's Recreation Programs and Facilities. This person will be responsible for administering the District ' s business affairs, supervising existing recreational programs assumed by the District, organizing new programs, coordinating activities with the Town, School District and Weld County, reviewing and planning for community recreation and park needs, maintaining public relations, complying with all Federal and State governmental requirements, and supervising parks development and maintenance. The parks Director may also hire such additional persons on either a full or part-time basis, as may be necessary for the smooth functioning of the District's provision of services to the public. 10 II. DISTRICT FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS A. FACILITIES Certain facilities already exist within the proposed District. These include a gymnasium and swimming pool located at the high school, as well as gymnasiums at the middle school and elementary school. Tennis courts (five individual courts) are located in Fort Lupton. In addition, the City of Fort Lupton owns and is responsible for several parks and ball fields. The two major parks currently used for organized recreational purposes are Pearson Park and Railroad Park. A third heavily used park, called City Park, is primarily a family recreation site, with picnic facilities and playground equipment available. Also available for use at such Park are three of the five tennis courts. The remainder of the parks and recreation areas within the City of Fort Lupton have limited amounts of playground equipment and picnic facilities, or are completely undeveloped; including a 16 acre site known as the 14th Street Park (see Appendix C for list of facilities) . Railroad Park, currently leased by the City from Union Pacific Railroad, consists of athletic fields for football, soccer and Little League baseball. Also available are volleyball courts, a basketball area and playground equipment. This Park, however, was originally intended as a neighborhood park rather than for its current use as athletic fields for soccer, football and baseball. Union Pacific railway tracks lie only thirty feet west of the park's easterly boundary, and on the east is a heavily-travelled city street. The continued heavy use of Railroad Park is creating a safety hazard for those participating in recreational or athletic activities at the Park: to use the Park, persons must park their cars along the street, which 11 creates a dangerous situation for those who must gain access from the street, in particular, younger persons who may not be observed entering the street from between the parked cars. Pearson Park is a 42 acre site, a quarter of which is primarily used as the main baseball/softball complex. It is located on the west side of Fort Lupton, west of State Highway 85, near its intersection with State Highway 52 and west of the South Platte River. The surface of the four ball fields located in this park are sand, gravel and dirt. The location of this park, northwest of the intersection of the two State Highways and west of the South Platte River, poses a hazard to those persons, young or old, who may wish to walk or ride bicycles to the park, since they may be forced to cross or utilize these heavily-traveled highways, and cross the existing narrow bridge over the South Platte. Organizers of the District have received commitments from officials of both the RE-8 School District and the City of Fort Lupton, stating that if the District is formed, these entities will work with the Park and Recreation District to develop mutually beneficial programs of joint development, maintenance and use of the existing park and recreation facilities (see Appendix E) . Such programs are anticipated to be fully set forth in comprehensive Intergovernmental Agreements between the respective entities. It is proposed that, upon formation, the District will assume primary responsibility for control, development and maintenance of all Fort Lupton park sites. The Park and Recreation District will establish a park maintenance program which will be able to maintain established facilities in a manner equal to, if not better than, currently possible. Further, the District intends to undertake the 12 development of the undeveloped portion of Pearson Park and the 14th Street Park. Both areas will be developed, in part, as additional athletic fields and, in part, as recreational facilities for unstructured activities such as children's playgrounds, picnic areas, open "green" space, volleyball areas and areas for similar activities. The full development of these areas should alleviate the overcrowding at Railroad Park and make Pearson Park more of a "destination park" amenable to access by car. It is hoped the development of more local parks will reduce the bicycle and pedestrian traffic to Pearson Park, and reduce the safety problems at Railroad Park. Smaller park areas will be — developed as the needs arise, with the plans for each park to be developed according to the needs of the immediate community surrounding the park area dictating the actual developed use. In addition, it is foreseeable that the District may receive, from the County, certain public lands dedications as part of subdivision development within the District. Such lands — will be inventoried for development as the needs of the District dictate. The District would hope to enter into a good working relationship with the Weld County Planning Department in order to define the parks and recreational needs of developing communities within its boundaries, and provide for the dedication of adequate area and funds for development so as to best serve the needs of the entire community, as well as making the growth area pay its own way in developing adequate community recreation facilities. — Because the proposed district is planning on receiving the right to utilize existing park and recreation facilities, no land or facilities acquisition costs are currently budgeted. Nor does the District anticipate, at this time, incurring bonded indebtedness for the acquisition of park sites or recreation facilities and equipment. 13 B. PROGRAMS It is anticipated that, upon formation, the District will assume control of the existing recreation activities, instructional programs, health and fitness programs and athletic leagues, which are currently being administered by the voluntary Fort Lupton Recreation Program. Athletic programs will continue to provide instruction in play in a variety of activities, including baseball, basketball, football, volleyball, soccer and tennis. Exercise programs will include aerobics, jogging and weight training. The District may contract with the School District for joint summer use of the swimming pool for open recreational swimming and additional water-related recreational activities, although the School District initially plans to make use of the pool for swimming instruction, competitive swim teams and open recreational swimming. Existing sports leagues and instructional programs, for both youth and adults, will be enhanced by the District's development of additional playing fields. The District will emphasize other activities to be undertaken, include the provision of space for indoor board games, arrangement of field trips to recreational activities outside the District for bowling, roller skating, skiing and movies, the provision of space for instructional programs for arts and crafts, and provision of an organizational framework for other recreational needs which are unforeseen at this time, and may be requested by inhabitants of the District at a later time. 14 As indicated by the results of the study conducted by the Recreation Steering Committee, area residents have expressed a desire for expanded recreational programs for all age groups within the District. Therefore, the District will emphasize activities for all segments of the population. Priority will placed upon development of an adult swim program, arts and crafts programs for all ages, and health and fitness classes for all ages. Special programs for senior citizens will be developed, _ including fitness, social and self-improvement activities. It is anticipated the District will offer special community-wide events several time throughout the year. It is also the District's intent to provide clean, well-maintained areas simply to serve as open and "green" space for unstructured group and family activities. Specific youth programs, including vacation camps, athletic camps and before-and-after school story hours will also be . continued or further developed. The District will also emphasize providing recreation programs which take into account the diverse ethnic populations and income levels of families within the District. To that end, the District will develop recreation programs, as well as arts and crafts programs, the participation of which is free or for _ which those persons in lower income levels will be subsidized to a certain extent. As a public recreational organization, the District will encourage participation from all elements of the community, regardless of ethnic origin or income level. Program funding will come both from user fees and tax revenues. User fees would cover most expenses involved in operating a particular program, including the cost of instructors and supervisors, proportionate share of the facilities operating 15 and maintenance costs and a share of the administrative overhead. Tax revenues will be used for program development costs not covered by user fees. Local organizations wishing to exclusively utilize facilities for which the District will have responsibility will also be expected to share these operating, maintenance and overhead costs. Programs which repeatedly fail to meet operating costs will be dropped. The availability of all programs identified herein is, of course, dependent upon user demand, financial support and budgetary constraints, in general. 16 III. PHASES OF DEVELOPMENT The primary phase of District development involves assuming activity programming responsibilities, assuming control and maintenance of certain Park facilities, and the construction and installation of certain Park improvements to Pearson and the 14th Street Park. The second phase of development includes continuing operation of existing facilities and programs while developing, as funds allow, other Park areas, additional fields and other facilities. If, in carrying out recreational programs, the District's Board of Directors determines that, based upon input from the inhabitants of the District, there exists the support and need for a centralized recreational activities center or other recreational facility, the Board may seek from the taxpayers of the District, at election, authorization to incur bonded indebtedness for the construction or acquisition of such centralized center or other facility. To re-emphasize, such centralized facility would only be built after submission of the issue to a vote of the taxpaying electorate. 17 IV. FINANCIAL SUMMARY A. REVENUE PROJECTIONS AND POLICIES _ Unlike many special districts which are organized to provide services and facilities to undeveloped areas, the proposed district will, upon organization, have a substantial existing revenue base. The primary revenue source for the District, as with other park and recreation districts, will be property taxes. As indicated in Table No. 1, the District will start with assessed valuations of $80 million and can reasonably expect that assessed valuation base to increase by at least 1.5% annually. With this established tax base, the District will be able to generate sufficient property tax revenue to supplement other operating revenues of the District without adversely affecting the level of individual Ad valorem taxation upon property owners within the District. The Board of Directors must, by statute, determine the maximum annual mill levy of the District. The initial mill levy _ of 1.500 mills would produce $1. 50 in property tax revenue per $1, 000 of assessed valuations on individual property within the District and, using projected assessed valuation of $80 million, total initial property tax revenue is projected to be $120, 000. Assuming the District takes full advantage of the permitted statutorily authorized 6% increase in property tax revenues, Table 2 shows the projection for such revenues. 18 TABLE NO. 2 PROJECTED PROPERTY TAX REVENUES AND MILL LEVIES Valuation assessed Mill Levy/ Property Tax Year* Valuations* Revenue Year** Revenue Mill Levy 1988 $80,000, 000 1989 $120,000 1.500 1989 $81, 300,000 1990 $127,200 1.560 1990 $82,709,000 1991 $134,832 1. 630 1991 $84,237,270 1992 $142,921 1.660 1992 $85,896,088 1993 $151,497 1.760 1993 $87,697,840 1994 $160,587 1.830 1994 $89,656, 132 1995 $170,222 1.890 1995 $91,785,908 1996 $180,435 1.960 *From Table No. 1 **Property Taxes Collected in Arrears In addition to property tax revenue, the District can anticipate receiving other revenues following organization, from such sources as the State Conservation Trust Fund ($3 .63 per capita for 1987) , user fees and charges from the various programs and facilities proposed to be furnished by the District, specific ownership taxes, and interest income generated from the investment of District surplus funds (e.g. , interim investments of tax receipts) . In 1988, for example, the District would have received approximately $18,400 from the State Conservation Trust Fund and approximately $7,900 in specific ownership taxes, or in excess of $22,800 from sources outside the community which are not presently being realized for beneficial use by District electors. As stated earlier, user fees and charges will cover most expenses involved in operating programs, including the cost of instructors and supervisors, a proportionate share of the facilities' operating and maintenance costs, and a share of administrative overhead. Based upon the past experiences of the current recreation program, the District would expect to receive approximately $8, 000 in user fees. In order to provide economical service to users of the District's facilities and 19 programs, it is not anticipated that there will be additional cost components included in the establishment of user fees. Even so, it is anticipated that program expenses will be fully funded, and facility and overhead costs will be paid, in part, from this revenue source. If recreational programs are successful, then user fees and charges should produce significant net income to the District. Upon organization, the District will be fiscally sound, and can expect to provide economical services to users within the District. This combination of revenue sources will free the District from becoming overly dependent upon any particular revenue producer, such as property taxes. Overall, such conditions should, with prudent management of overhead and expenditures, make the District's financial affairs stable and positive. B. OPERATING EXPENDITURES The proposed District will incur a variety of operational expenses, including personnel, utility and maintenance, profes- sional services, and related administrative costs. These operational expenses will be minimal initially, but will increase as facilities are completed and participation in programs _ intensifies over time. Revenues for the initial year's operational expenditures will be derived from the current sources of revenue for the existing recreation programs, e.g. , donations from the City of Fort Lupton and the RE-8 School District, and from fees and donations. Future expenditures are difficult to project because of the speculative nature of the underlying cost data and usage projection. Extracting information from current budgets of the existing recreation program, it is possible to develop the 20 following estimate of expenditures for an operating year in which all revenues (including property taxes) are collected (1989) . TABLE NO. 3 OPERATING EXPENDITURES (1989) Administration Supplies and Materials Rent, Maintenance, Services, Utilities Professional Services Insurance Treasurer Fees Sub-Total S 26, 150 Operations Personnel (full-time and part-time) Umpires and Officials Supplies and Materials Park Maintenance Miscellaneous (Activity Costs, Ribbons, Awards, Transportation, Contingency) Sub-Total $108,570 Capital Improvements Recreation Facilities Park Improvements Equipment Sub-Total $ 44,000 GRAND TOTAL $178,729 As discussed above, projected revenues from user fees and charges, and from a portion of the property tax levy, will fund these expenditures in full. 21 C. INDEBTEDNESS Such indebtedness must be authorized by the electors of the District at a public election held subsequent to the organization of the District. Authorization may be sought for bonded indebtedness for the purpose of constructing or acquiring recreational facilities at such time the District Board of Directors determines there exists sufficient interest in seeking such authorization. D. FINANCIAL SURVEY A summary of the financial capabilities of the proposed District is shown in Appendix D attached hereto. The financial information contained herein confirms the balanced relations between the total proposed expenditures, and the total anticipated income and other means of financing District fiscal operations. All projections of user fees and charges, property taxes and other revenue are intended to illustrate how the proposed services and facilities are to be financed on a reasonable basis but are not intended to establish conclusively the exact amount of such fees, charges and taxes. Once organized, the Board of Directors of the District is delegated the power to establish rates, fees and charges and to levy property taxes pursuant to statutory procedures as necessary to satisfy the fiscal needs of the District. Any revenue surpluses accumulated over time will be applied either to: (a) lowering of the property tax levy; (b) funding costs of new or replacement capital facilities; (c) paying for increased operational expenses; or (d) a combination of these alternatives. 22 E. PROPERTY TAX IMPACT Based upon the financial assumptions set forth herein above, and upon an averaged residential assessed valuation of $18, 000 (assumed market valuation of $100,000) , the 1.500 mill property tax levy would result in an initial property tax of $27. 00 upon the average single-family residence within the proposed District. Should a family's residence be valued at less than $100,000, the initial property tax would be reduced proportionately. As seen from the projections on Table No. 2, if assessed valuations increase by the modest levels projected and property tax revenues increase only by the percentage allowed by State law, by 1995, the District would need to assess only 1.960 mills in order to balance its budget. Again, assuming an assessed valuation of $18,000, the impact of such mill levy in 1995 is a property tax of approximately $35.00, an average percentage increase of only 3 .7% per year over the eight-year period. 23 V. CONCLUSION The organization of the Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District should be approved for the following reasons: A. There is sufficient existing and projected need for organized service in the area to be served by this District; B. The existing services in the District are not adequate for present and projected needs; C. Adequate services are not and will not be available from other municipal or quasi-municipal entities within a reasonable time and on a comparable basis; D. 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'3N,..,___... ...., APPENDIX B LEGAL DESCRIPTION 26 DESCRIPTION OF FORT LUPTON PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District consists of all ter- ritory within a boundary described as follows (all Township (T) _ are north of the 40 Base Line and all Ranges (R) are west of the 6th Principal Meridian): Beginning at the NE corner of Sec. 3, T2N, R66W; Thence south to the NE corner of Sec. 27, T2N, R66W; Thence east to the NE corner of Sec. 26, T2N, R66W; Thence south to the SE corner of said Sec. 26, T2N, R66W; _ Thence east to the NE corner of Sec. 36, T2N, R66W; Thence south to the SE corner of Sec. 12, TIN, R66W; Thence west to the SE corner of Sec. 10, TIN, R66W; Thence south to the E 1/4 corner of Sec. 27, TIN, R66W; Thence west to the E 1/4 corner of Sec. 27, TIN, R67W; Thence south to the SE corner of Sec. 34, TIN, R67W; Thence west to the S 1/4 corner of Sec. 35, TIN, R68W; Thence north to the-.N* 1/4 corner of Sec. 26, T1N, R68W; Thence east to the SE corner of Sec. 21, T1N, R67W; Thence north to the W 1/4 corner of Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; Thence east to the Center of said Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; Thence north to the N 1/4 corner of said Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; Thence east to the NE corner of Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; Thence south to the E 1/4 corner of Sec. 10, T2N, R67W; Thence east to the center of Sec. 11, T2N, R67W; Thence north to the N 1/4 corner of said Sec. 11, T2N, R67W; Thence east to the NE corner of Sec. 11, T2N, R67W; Thence north to the W 1/4 corner of Sec. 1, T2N, R67W; Thence east to the center of said Sec. 1, T2N, R67W; Thence north to the N 1/4 corner of-Sec. 1, T2N, R67W; Thence east to the point of beginning. Said description contains all of that area contained within the Weld County School District RE-B, less the Carbon Valley Park and Recreation District. 27 APPENDIX C FACILITIES LIST _ 28 CITY OF FORT LUPTON PARK FACILITIES 1. PEARSON PARK (42 Acres) 4 Ball Field (2 with Lighting) (Open Area for Future Development) 2 . CITY PARK (Acreage Unk. ) Swings ' Shelter Picnic Tables Playground Equipment (ages 4-12) 3 Tennis courts 3 . RAILROAD PARK (Acreage Unk. ) 2 Soccer/Football Fields 3 Little League Baseball Fields 2 Volleyball Courts 3 Swingsets, 1 Jungle Gym 4 Basketball Nets (1 full court) Picnic Area 4. 9TH & PARK (Acreage Unk. ) 1 Small Playground Equipment 1 Picnic Table 5. 5TH & FULTON 1 Small Playground Equipment (Acreage Unk. ) Small Open Area 6. LONE PINE PARK (Acreage Unk. ) Undeveloped 7 . 14TH STREET PARK Undeveloped (16 Acres) 8. LANCASTER PARK (Acreage Unk. ) Undeveloped 9. OLD FORT LUPTON LIBRARY BUILDING (Used by clubs for a meeting place) (Used by Recreation Department for Office and Storage) 29 APPENDIX D SUMMARY OF FINANCIAL CAPABILITIES OF PROPOSED DISTRICT 30 O C •• M i -- A O - A V O .- CO a > N 0. O • O L « 0. m O O. •. C N M 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Co Co O 03 O. •O O N Y t N q — •0 CO• N A N N N CO O 0 01 03 0. 0.1 .— N P O J M — 00 — P r •t •O •O N 0. P 0` O — M M 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 b •t O 00 M N d — d O 0 0- 0 •O — Ln M• J P- M in A ..- CO in CO 0 .- N N d O. 00- 03N030 M Y .- O M N •O O O• WI M — f` co — O i- N M N Z W K 0 0 0 0 0 0 Co — - a •t N O N CO O. •O a O N •O O N A M N r 0 N •- CO •t N O N re- < O •- an J Q N J O •O in M M J r — 0 < O M N N A P CO I- 00 J O N M O VI O N = to — U III O O O O O O Co N N P P O N O 00 .Z N A J O 00 N O M O < • • • • • • i- M O. 44 M CO 0- •O •O O. u. O O N N d CO N A N 0 P 0011101100303 N J a .- P q .- vN M 0 M i- 3 Y 0 ee O a a r Y — < O O a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 00 N A N 0. 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O O C 0 •.- « CC U - < 0 0 FORT LUPTON PARKS & RECREATION DISTRICT 1989 BUDGET GENERAL FUND 1989 Budget REVENUES General Property Tax . . . . $120, 000 Specific Ownership Tax . . . 7,900 Interest Income 1,000 Recreation Income 8.000 Sub-Total 8136,900 Interfund Transfers $ -0- Beginning Fund Balance . . 1.500 Sub-Total S 1.500 TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE Lilian EXPENDITURES Treasurers Collection Fees. $ 1,800 Professional Fees Legal 1,500 Audit 2,000 Accounting 2,000 — Rent 3,600 Utilities 3,200 Office/Supplies 2,000 _ Insurance & Bonds 8,000 Advertising 1, 000 Misc/Elelction Judges . . . -0- Payroll Taxes 1.050 SUB: ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES $ 26. 150 District Wages $ 35,800 Employee Benefits 5,800 Recreation Expense 33,000 Lawn Maintenance 2,000 Equipment Maintenance . . . 1,000 Contingency 5, 000 Interfund Transfers 25.970 SUB: OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE $108.570 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $134.72Q ENDING FUND BALANCE $ 2,600 FORT LUPTON PARKS & RECREATION DISTRICT 1989 BUDGET CONSERVATION TRUST FUND 1989 Budaet REVENUES Lottery Proceeds $ 18,500 Interest Income 150 TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE 1_11J.= EXPENDITURES Parks Improvements $ -0- - Parks Maintenance -0- Sub-Total S -0- Interfund Transfers $ 18,500 Sub-Total S 18.500 TOTAL EXPENDITURES S 18.500 ENDING FUND BALANCE S 150 33 FORT LUPTON PARK & RECREATION DISTRICT 1989 BUDGET CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND 1989 _ Budget REVENUES Interest Income $ 200 Interfund Transfers 44.470 TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE S 44.670 _ EXPENDITURES Recreation Facilities . . . . $ 18, 000 Park Improvements 21,000 Equipment 5.000 TOTAL EXPENDITURES S 44 .000 ENDING FUND BALANCE S 670 SH>fortlupt.tbl 34 APPENDIX E LETTERS OF INTENT TO PARTICIPATE 35 oS FORT le r ettp of fort i.uptout 4:1/4 °' COUNTY OF WELD II- 130 S.McKINLEY AVENUE FORT LUPTON(303)857-6694 18 �� 30 P.O. BOX 148 DENVER METRO(303)893-5404 FT.LUPTON,CO 80621 GREELEY METRO(303)356-9225 kus241B7 August 7, 1987 Fort Lupton Recreation District Steering Committee Fort Lupton, CO 80621 Re: Letter of Intent to Participate The City of Fort Lupton has provided facilities, adminis- trative and fiscal support, logistics and equipment toward the recreation program in the City of Fort Lupton since the program began. The City has maintained a contract between the City and the recreation program board of directors for several years. In the event that a recreation district is formed which in- cludes the City of Fort Lupton, the City is dedicate to continuing its negotiated participation and cooperation with respect to recreation and the use of City owned facil- it and equipment. takeC�, Jo D nal R. Cummins Mayor 36 August 7, 1987 Fort Lupton Recreation District Steering Committee Fort Lupton, CO 80621 RE: Letter of Intent to Participate The Fort Lupton RE-8 School District has contributed facil- ities and equipment to the recreation program since the pro- gram began. The creation of a formal recreation district will not disturb the spirit ;of, cooperation and assistance that the school district can offer. The Fort Lupton RE-8 School District will continue to coop- erate with the Fort Lupton Recreation District through negotiated agreements or contracts for the use of its facil- ities. ,Cd 2ZaZ:zzi Sandra Neb President 37 APPENDIX F SUMMARY OF PARTICIPATION: EXISTING RECREATION PROGRAMS 38 FORT LUPTON RECREATION 1981 PROGRAM PARTICIPATION Description of Activity Program participation information is based on weekly averages: Middle League Soccer (coed) - 100 Movies - 247 Middle League Football - 88 Rollerskating - 120 Gymnastic Camp - 75 Bowling - 85 _ Weight Lifting - 32 Chess and Checkers - 25 Track - 13 • Arts and Crafts - 70 Tennis - 26 Story Hour - 27 Open Gym - 28 Twirling - 13 Baseball Swimming Pool Metro League - 100 Swim Lessons - 652 Middle League - 96 Swim Team -• 27 Junior Legion League - 14 Open Swim - 835 8-Legion League - 16 Waders - 133 Synchronized Swim - 28 • Migrant School 22 In addition, the program provided opportunities for approximately 100 • youngsters from Wattenberg and Aristocrat Acres on a weekly basis. The swim program was also extended to the Weld Central area with about 150 participants each week. 39 FORT LUPTON RECREATION 1982 PROGRAM PARTICIPATION • Description of Activity Program participation information is based on weekly averages: Middle League Soccer (coed) - 170 Tennis - 15 Girls Soccer - 35 Movies - 207 Middle League Football - 80 Rollerskating - 117 Football Camp - 53 Bowling - 39 Weight Lifting - 19 Chess and Checkers - 20 Advanced Weight Training - 18 Arts and Crafts - 30 Basketball Camp - 20 Story Hour - 15 Track - 13 rling - 9 Volleyball Camp - 22 Track - 10 • Open Gym - 35 Swimming Pool Baseball Swim Lessons - 355 Metro League - 180 Swim Team - 25 Middle League - 135 Open Swim - 780 Junior Legion League - 14 Synchronized Swim - 33 8-Legion League - 16 Migrant School - 50 _ In addition, the program provided opportunities for approximately 100 youngsters from Wattenborg and Aristocrat Acres on a weekly basis. The swim program was also extended to the weld Central area with about 150 participants each week. 40 • • • FORT LUPTON RECREATION 1983 PROGRAM PARTICIPATION Description of Activity • Program participation information is based on weekly averages: Baseball Middle League Football - 72 Metro League - 114 Football Camp - 46 Middle League - 90 Weight Lifting - 20 Junior Legion League - 18 Track - 23 B-Legion League - 16 Volleyball Camp - 26 Swinninp Pool Cross Country Camp - IS Swim Lessons - 497 Open Gym - 35 Swim Team - 43 Tennis - 15 Open Swim - 551 Movies - 207 Synchronized Swim - 28 Rollerskating - 117 Migrant Swim - 125 Bowling - 39 Basketball - 80 Chess and Checkers - 20 Basketball Camp - 60 Arts and Crafts - 6 Soccer - 180 Story (lour - 15 41 • FORT LUPTON RECREATION 1984 PROGRAM PARTICIPATION Program participation information based on weekly averages Soccer 180 Metro Baseball 120 Middle League Baseball 90 Junior Legion Baseball 25 Swimming Lessons 115 _ Swim Team 28 basketball 80 Basketball Camp 60 Middle League Football 80 Football Camp 60 Open Gym 150 Tennis 11 — Movies 124 Rollerskating 125 Bowling 18 _ Chess and Checkers 14 Arts and Crafts 30 Pre-School Story Hour 11 Story Hour 3 42 FORT LUPTON RECREATION PROGRAM PARTICIPATION FOR 1985 Middle League Basketball 140 Middle League Soccer 235 Baseball • 315 Movies 195 Chess and Checkers 8 Rollerskating 75 • Bowling 22 _ Tennis 24 Open Gym 110 Weight Lifting . 113 Story Hour 22 Swimming Lessons 505 Swim Team 65 • Sports Camps 165 Middle League Football 85 • 43 SOURCES — SURVEYS 1. Fort Lupton Recreation District Steering Committee Survey, September, 1986 INTERVIEWS AND MEETINGS 1. Fort Lupton Recreation District Steering Committee Meetings (various meetings, 1985 through November of 1987) 2 . Diones and Company (financial advisor) 3 . Fort Lupton Recreation Program Committee (various meetings, 1985 through 1987) — GOVERNMENT AGENCIES 1. Weld County Assessor 2 . Weld County Planning Department 3 . City of Fort Lupton 4 . City of Fort Lupton Building Department 5. Weld County RE-8 School District 6. United States Department of Commerce: Bureau of the Census — DOCUMENTS 1. Conifer Mountain Valley Park and Recreation District — Service Plan, 1985 2 . Byers Park and Recreation District Service Plan, 1984 3 . Smoky Hill Metropolitan District Budget, 1986 DESCRIPTION 1984 1984 1985 1985 1986 1986 1987 1987 /18 ( Permits New Unit Permits New Units Permits New Units Permits New Unit 101-Single Family 30 30 62 62 26 26 18 18 2- 2- 1022-Single Family Connected 10 10 4 8 103-Duplexes 3 6 4 8 1 2 104-Three and Four Family 105-Five or more Family RESIDENTIAL-NONHOUSKEEPING 213-Hotels, Motels, Transient 214-Other non-housekeeping shelter 318-Amusement & Recreational 319-Churches 320-Industrial 1 f 1 1 1 321-Parking Garages 32 -Sear Station & Repair Garages � f 323-Hospital/Other Institution 324-Office, Bank & Professional 1 I 325-Public Works & Utilities Bldgs. 326-Schools/Educational Bldgs. 327-Stores/Mercantile Bldgs. 2 {{{ 328-Other Non-Residential 1 13 10 329-Structures other than Buildings 1 17 ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS 433-Increase in t of Housing Units 434-No Change in 1 of Units 38 40 19 24 435-Decrease in t of Housing Units -1 16 436-Resid. Garages & Carports 2 3 6 8 437-A11 other Bldgs/Structures 23 31 7 CONVERSIONS 540 - Non to Housekeeping 541-Housekeeping/Res to Non DEMOLITIONS I 645-Single Family/Attached & Detached 2 646 - Two Family 647 - Three and Four Family 648 - Five or more Family 649 - All other Bldgs./Structures I 4 OTHER PERMITS NOT INCLUDED ON CENSUS ' }' BUREAU REPORT Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk 12 7 Fence 58 46 Gas Pressure 16 14 Miscellaneous 14 12 Move (House) 1 Roofing 19 137 Satellite Antennaes • 3 Signs 19 1i) ; EXHIBIT Sprinkler System 23 27 Street/Pavement 1 Utilities (Main) 3 1 —"��-- TOTAL 11 OF ?EMITS ISSUED _ 109 46 • /11C 70 267 36 338 18 RECREATION DISTRICT STEERING COMMITTEE SURVEY ANALYSIS September 12, 1986 The attached survey was completed on September 5, 1986 by the Fort Lupton Recreation District Steering Committee. The primary purpose of the survey was to determine the recreational interests of those persons living within the proposed district boundary. The preliminary district boundary has been set along the same boundary lines as the Fort Lupton School District. The means for distributing the survey was via the "School House News" , which is generally delivered to each home and business within the school district. A total of 3655 survey forms were delivered. To better determine response, and interest levels of respondent areas, the survey forms were color coded by postal delivery areas. Each form was printed with preaddressed, postage paid information. All forms were to be completed and returned by September 5, 1986. The final count of returned forms was 206. This represents a 5.6% return. A description of each postal area surveyed and the return rates are provided in the following table: TABLE 1 - Postal areas and Survey Return Rates Form Postal Area Description No. No. % of Color Route # Sent Return Return Blue City 1 City N.W. & older areas 642 31 4.8 of town _Yellow City 2 City N.E. 637 41 6.4 Gold City 3 South of 1st St. 526 46 8.7 Tan City 4 Harrison/Raleigh Area 236 12 5.0 and Downtown Lt. Rural 1 Rural West and South 460 17 3.7 Yellow To Brighton Orange Rural 2 Rural North & East 405 27 " 6.6 To Hudson Pink Rural 3 Rural Extreme North 330 14 4.2 & East Aristocrat to Platteville Green PO Boxes Post office boxes 419 18 4.3 TOTALS 8 3655 206 5.6 EXFHIBIT '< ` II 1 88083£ It would be difficult to evaluate this response (or lack of response) in terms of interest for, or against, a proposed recreation district. Several citizens, both inside the City, and in the rural areas have indicated that they did not "see" the survey; or, they did not "receive" the survey. There can be numerous reasons why surveys were not returned aside from not supporting the recreation district concept. Of those who did respond, it would seem that support for a district is good. The survey was successful in meeting its ' primary purpose. It was never intended to solicit opinions for, or against, a recreation district through specific questions. There were some comments added by some respondents which indicate their support or lack of support for a recreation district. Most respondents completed forms as requested, and without comment. The information gleaned from this survey may be used to better determine the specifics of a service plan document; approximate revenue levels that will be required (based on needs and interests) ; additional , more specific surveys; demographics; senior citizen needs and interests; and, facility needs. If response can be seen as interest, the areas responding can be better analyzed for concentrated campaigns. It appears that once the committee has prioritized needs and interests, and incorporated them into a service plan, this information must be concentrated generally through out the proposed district. The following tables show the interest levels generally, and by district or area. Additionally, there is a table that referes specifically to the interests expressed by citizens over the age of 55 years. Supply, printing and postage costs for this process was approximately $275.00. The Committee now has a return postage permit, renewable for $50.00 on 1 January of each year. The return address currently being used, and that is recorded with the Post Office on this permit,is to the City of Fort Lupton PO Box 148. 880836 2 GENERAL SUMMARY OF RESULTS TABLE #2 - HOUSEHOLD - AGE INFORMATION Number of Respondents Adults (18 & Over) Children (Under 18) Total in Household (Forms Returned) 206 416 (61. 1%) 264 (38.8%) 680 TABLE #3 - ADULT AGE CATEGORIES Age Categories Number of % of Adults % of Total Persons Persons in Household 19 to 30 years 104 25 15.3 31 to 45 years 194 46.6 28.5 46 to 54 years 51 12.2 7.5 Age 55 and over 67 16.1 9.8 Total 416 61.1 Several statistics could be obtained from the surveys which were not analyzed. The only analysis that was separated from the raw data was regarding persons over the age of 55. This was done for several reasons, the primary of which was to specifically determine the interests of "senior citizens". Many of the forms which were returned had multiple family totals. There was no attempt to determine family sizes or averages from the forms returned; however, this could be done. In addition, there was no attempt to determine the number of families with children under the age of 18 years; yet, this could also be done if it was thought to be important. Conversely, it could have been possible to determine the number of respondents which did not have any children. Since the primary purpose of this survey was to establish recreational activity interests for use in the Service Plan Document, much of the demographic information that was available, or that could have been available through different questioning was not obtained, or analyzed. It appears that the district is made up of a majority of people in the age group 31 to 45 years. This same age category accounts for the most number of children in the district. The raw data as presented indicate a family size average of 3.3 persons. This figure closely relates to data developed by Larimer - Weld Council of governments showing the average household size in Ft. Lupton of 3.00 persons. 3 880836 General Summary Continued TABLE #4 - Activity Analysis (Priorities of total Respondents) FACILITY ACTIVITY TITLE NUMBER % of TOTAL RESPONSE * Adult Swimming 118 57.2 * Open Swimming 112 54.4 * Youth Swimming 101 49.0 Camping/Fishing 92 44.6 Jogging/Walking 88 42.7 * Aerobics 86 41.7 and related activity * Arts and Crafts 83 40.3 Bicycling 83 40.3 * Youth Baseball 67 32.5 * Adult Softball 66 32.0 * Youth Gymnastics 63 30.5 Horseback Riding 61 29.6 * Youth Soccer 60 29. 1 * Youth Basketball 59 28.6 Adult Golf 59 28.6 * Youth Volleyball 58 28.1 Hiking 55 • 26.7 * Youth Dance 55 26.7 * Weight Lifting 55 26.7 - Field Trips 53 25.7 ( Table 4 continued on next page ) 4 880836 General Summary Continued TABLE #4 - Activity Analysis (Priorities of Total Respondents) Continued FACILITY ACTIVITY TITLE NUMBER % of TOTAL RESPONSE * Sewing Class 51 24.7 * Art Class 50 24.2 Youth Football 50 24.2 Sight Seeing 48 23.3 * Fitness Trails 45 21.8 Tennis 45 21.8 * Cooking Class 42 20.3 Gardening Class 42 20.3 Nature Study 38 18.4 Youth Track 38 18.4 Youth Tennis 37 17.9 Youth Golf 37 17.9 * Adult Basketball 36 17.5 * Table Games 26 12.6 Rock Climbing 15 7.3 * Facility: Indicates that a current facility is not available for the requested use; or, current facilities are in adequate. This would indicate a need to include the construction of, or procurement of such facilities. % of Total Response: This percentage was calculated by using the total number of questionaires returned and the frequency with which a particular activity was selcted. Preliminary Analysis There are really no surprises with the information that has been obtained. The fact that swimming seems to be the most popular activity could be a statement that a new, or larger, or more accessable pool be made available to the community. 880836 General Summary Continued It may be that we have the necessary facility and merely need to improve upon the programs that are offered. However, using volunteer help, in our programs, does not lend itself to program enhancement. While most people do not want to see a paid recreation department or district staff, the fact remains that program development will not reach the levels desired, in some cases , unless paid employees are made available. Many of the activities that are on the questionaire are program, rather than facility oriented. Such activities as jogging, camping, hiking , sking, field trips, etc. could be facilitated by the creation of a recreation district. Clubs , organizations , and meetings for special events in these areas could be coordinated through the district managers office. A recreation center complex, with suitable meeting rooms, offices , etc. could be used by these and other interests. It would seem that from the responses the service plan document should include, at the very least, a swimming pool which is large enough to anticipate community growth, and designed to accomodate senior citizens, small children, adults, and competitive swimming. There also appears to be enough support to include a recreation center complex which could house the necessary administrative staff, meeting rooms , game rooms , offices , kitchens, class rooms , weight rooms , racketball courts , volleyball , gymnastics, basketball and workout facilities. Senior Citizen Response Analysis Forty-six of the 206 responses indicated at least one household member as being age 55 years or older. Most of these respondents came from the older areas of town including the downtown, Raleigh/Harrison area; City North and West; and Rural North and East to Hudson area. For comparison, an activity analysis has been provided in Table #5. This table is not as complete as the general table of responses, however, it does show the general interests being expressed by persons who are age 55 or older. Some of the responses show youth activities rated. This is because many of the responding households not only had senior citizens recorded on their forms , but also children under the age of 18 years. While not "clean" , the figures do show a trend for seniors. TABLE #5 - Senior Citizen Responses (Activity Analysis) FACILITY ACTIVITY TITLE NUMBER % of TOTAL RESPONSES * Swimming 24 52.1 * Arts & Crafts 23 50.0 * Open Swimming 21 45.6 Jogging/Walking 19 41.3 Continued on page 7 G CCfC?nr General Summary Continued Table #5 - Senior Citizen Response Continued FACILITY ACTIVITY TITLE NUMBER % of TOTAL RESPONSE * Sewing Class 16 34.7 Field Trips 15 32.6 Sight Seeing 13 28.2 * Aerobics and Related Activity 11 23.9 * Art 11 23.9 * Youth Swimming 11 23.9 Camping/Fishing 9 19.5 Golf 9 19.5 Bicycling 9 19.5 * Dance 8 17.4 Nature Study 8 17.4 Gardening 8 17.4 Hiking 7 15.2 * Table Games 5 10.8 Horseback Riding 5 10.8 * Cooking 5 10.8 * Fitness Trails 4 8.7 * Volleyball 4 8.7 While other activities were calculated, these were the only ones used for comparison. These activities, in Table #5, represent the most popular responses from seniors. 880836 7 General Summary Continued Senior Citizen responses do not appear to vary much from the general responses received. There are some obvious differences , but they are not significant in changing the over-all assessment of needs. In some respects they emphasize the needs. Seniors must be included in the service plan, and their apparant needs must be addressed. The response was fair for this particular group. Comments and Other Activities from Respondents There were a few negative and positive comments that were added to the response forms. Some people have asked that the results of this survey be made public and published if possible. Others have asked that the district process not go through. A few stated that our economy could not support another taxing entity at this time. Comments were about even on each side of the issue. Most of the program or activity additions were merely program enhancement statements. Things like, "youth weight lifting" , "adult volleyball " , "jazzercise" , "girls softball " , etc. were commented on by respondents. These all represent program enhancements should a basic program be offered and facilities made available. Without the district, without the revenue from the district, without a recreation center facility, some paid staff, athletic fields , swimming pools , etc. , none of these programs will occur. Conclusion The questionaire did not answer all the questions , but it did provide some basic information that could be used for a service plan document. It should be followed up with other, more specific questionaires and surveys as the need arises. The response was generally fair. The cost was minimal . 880836 8 • 't ' QUESTIONNAIRE Consideration is currently being given to the possibility of creating a RECREATION'DISTRICT, which would include an area similar in size to the Fort Lupton•School <.District. Considerable planning and work must- be -completed BEFORE this issue can be brought to the voters for,:approval . One part of this process is to determine the primary services that' such an,entity could, and should; provide. To better; understand,,"what people want" with,respect�to recreation, we are asking`each`household to complete this questionnaire r We Would APPRECIATE YOUR PARTI CIPATION, whether or not you are for, or against;', the concept of a . ' recreation -district. Listed below are three sets of questions. We would ask that you take the time to consider the various recreation activity options,' and mark (X) those which are primary interest to you and your. family. We thank you for your time and:consideration. Once completed FOLD THE DOCUMENT IN HALF, SECURE AT THE BOTTOM WITH STAPLE OR TAPE, AND INSURE THAT THE PRE-ADDRESSED, POSTAGE PAID LABEL IS ON THE OUTSIDE, AND MAIL. HOUSEHOLD INFORMATION (This information is used to determine the size and relative ages of those persons that would be served in the proposed district) NUMBER OF ADULTS IN HOUSEHOLD NUMBER OF CHILDREN UNDER AGE 18 (age 18 & older) THE NUMBER OF ADULTS IN THIS HOUSEHOLD WHO ARE: AGE 19 to 30 YEARS OF AGE IS ; AGE 31 to 45 YEARS OLD IS ; AGE 46 to 54 YEARS OF AGE IS ; AGE 55 YEARS AND OLDER IS . RECREATION ACTIVITY PRIORITIES (Mark an X by those activities that are a priority for you and your household) ARTS & CRAFTS _ ATHLETICS (Youth) __ ATHLETICS (Adult) __ FOOTBALL — SOFTBALL BASEBALL BASKETBALL __ TABLE GAMES - BASKETBALL __ TENNIS FIELD TRIPS (General ) _ TRACK — GOLF SWIMMING __ SIGHT SEEING _ TENNIS - WEIGHT LIFTING __ NATURE STUDY - GOLF _ ROCK CLIMBING - SOCCER - AEROBICS __ HORSEBACK RIDING - VOLLEYBALL SWIMMING CAMPING/FISHING - GYMNASTICS _ HIKING _ DANCE - JOGGING/WALKING __ OPEN SWIMMING FITNESS TRAILS __ BICYCLING SPECIAL CLASSES — OTHER (Please Specify) __ SEWING ART -- COOKING f _ GARDENING PLEASE FOLD INFORMATION TO INSIDE. SECURE THE HALVES TOGETHER AND MAIL THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND CONSIDERATION IN THIS MATTER @POP3rj RETURN BY SEPTEMBER 5 , 1986 • C,l{ems (€..r 21(z7(fAe - CITY COUNCIL MEETING r ) �( eiti eugusc 10, 1980 The City C ncil of the City of Fort Lupton met in regular session at the City Complex, 130 South McKinley Avenue, the regular meeting place of the City, on Wednesday, August 10, 1988. The meeting was called to order at 7:02 P.M. by Mayor Gale Custer. Leonard McCain gave the Invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Gale Custer Present Jim Roedel Present Ellen Baker Present Joseph Schell Present Edward Engle Present Antonio Trujillo Present Rosalie Martinez Absent • Others present were City Attorney - Leonard McCain City Administrator/Director of Public Safety Jack Hurst City Clerk - Victor Moculeski Tracey Reynolds - Administrative Assistant CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS TO BE ADDED TO THE AGENDA AND/OR AMENDMENTS TO THE PUBLISHED AGENDA Mayor Custer requested that the following agenda item be added as agenda item 7A. Agenda Item 7A - Trapper Day Committee Chairman APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Ellen Baker and seconded by Jim Roedel to approve the minutes of the July 27, 1980 meeting. Motion carried on voice vote. APPROVAL OF BILLS It was moved by Joseph Schell and seconded by Edward Engle to pay the bills payable up to August 10, 1988. Gale Custer Yes Jim Roedel No Ellen Baker Yes Joseph Schell Yes Edward Engle Yes Antonio Trujillo Yes 880836 Motion carried on roll call vote. Page 57 EXHIBIT TRAPPER 'S DAY COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN Chairman Bill Crowley$y,thanked Mayor Custer and Council for their support of Trapper's Day and invited the Mayor and Council to ride in the Trapper's Day Parade. FIRST, READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 569 - REPEALING CERTAIN MUNICIPAL CODES REGARD- ING TRUCK ROUTES AND NUMBER OF AXLES Leonard McCain presented Ordinance No. 569 on first reading and stated it was in order to adopt. After discussion, it was moved by Antonio Trujillo and seconded by Joseph Schell to adopt Ordinance No. 569 on first reading. Gale Custer Yes Jim Roedel No Ellen Baker Yes Joseph Schell Yes Edward Engle No Antono Trujillo Yes Motion carried on roll call vote. STREAM BANK EROSION PROJECT - CORPS OF ENGINEERS (ACTION REQUIRED) Jack Hurst presented an estimated cost submitted by the Corps of Engineers to repair the bank erosion along the left bank of the South Platte River adjacent to wastewater treatment facilities. The estimated cost of repairs is $53,000 of which the City's share would be a minimum of 25 percent or $13,250. Jack Hurst stated that the funds could come out of the sewer fund and recommended Council approve the project. After discussion, it was moved by Ellen Baker and seconded by Antonio Trujillo to allocate funds in conjunction with the Corps of Engineer's stream bank erosion project. Gale Custer No Jim Roedel No Ellen Baker Yes Joseph Schell No Edward Engle No Antonio Trujillo Yes Motion failed. FULTON DITCH - 9TH STREET BRIDGE' (ACTION REQUIRED) Jack Hurst stated that the cost of broken barricades has amounted to approximately $5000 plus liability for the City. The estimated cost to replace the bridge is $55,000. Jack Hurst requested direction from the Council. After discussion, Jack Hurst was directed to obtain more information regarding the bridge and schedule this item to be on, the next council meeting agenda. RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR FORT LUPTON RECREATION DISTRICT.FORMATION Jack Hurst presented the actions of the past council regarding the recreation district formation and state:] that the Steering Committee has formulated a ser- vice plan for the proposed district and the resolution would show support for the district service plan at the Weld County Commissioners hearing on August 17, 1988. Page 58 'P0836 He stated that if the district service plan was approved by the County Commissioners the issue would been submitted to the Court and a date set for an election for approVat or disapproval by the voters of the proposed district. Mayor Custer asked for public input. Attorney Dick Lyons, representing the Fort Lupton Community Tax Payers Association, stated that he was opposed to the service plan presented by the Steering Committee. After much public discussion, it was moved by Joseph Schell and seconded by Jim Roedel not to ap- • prove the resolution of support for the Fort Lupton Recreation District. Gale Custer Yes Jim Roedel Yes Ellen Baker Abstain Joseph Schell Yes Edward Engle Yes Antonio Trujillo No Motion carried on roll call vote. PUBLIC HEARING -• PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT - G & R SUBDIVISION Tracey Reynolds presented the subdivision plat and explained its uses. Mayor Custer opened the Public Hearing. Rod Engle explained how the property would be used and' stated that the business operation would be truck salvage. Greg Dean stated that the business operation would comply with all city regulations. There being no further public input, Mayor Custer closed the Pub— lic Hearing. After discussion, it was moved by Antonio Trujillo and seconded by Ellen Baker to approve the Preliminary and Final Plat as presented. Gale Custer Yes Jim Roedel Yes Ellen Baker Yes Edward Engle Yes Antonio Trujillo Yes Joseph Schell was not present when the vote was taken. Motion carried on roll call vote. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT No report. MAYOR'S REPORT • Mayor Custer proclaimed September 11► 1988 as Grandparents Day. Mayor Custer has submitted the following remarks. "I have heard some rumors around town that some councilmembers and people in the community are saying that I am not an effective leader. That I take orders from City Hall and that only a few of the councilmembers make all the decisions and the rest go along. I don't know about the rest of the Council, but. this is an insult to me." Page 59 "There has been iT ortant meetings that some staff members and some council members have gone tt' And I have has got to stop. I want to know about ndall t meetings at the extht atupertainetonthe This City and I will make the decision if I go or not." "I, think its time all of us work together (City Council, Staff and Citizens). Work together for the best of the city." "I know we have a committee of citizens that are looking at what the City Coun- cil does and I think we should use the committee to help us and get the commu- nity involved. We were elected by the people and we need to listen to then." There being no further business, Mayor Custer adjourned the meeting at 9:20 P.M.. Mayor • = City Clerk • Page 60 8 0S3 GRANT, BERNARD, LYONS 8e GADDIS WALLACE H. GRANT ATTORNEYS AT LAW HOWARD GRANT (1906-19661 DANIEL F. BERNARD 515 KIMBARK STREET JOHN S. HOUGH 11915-19791 RICHARD N. LYONS. II JEFFREY J. KAHN POST OFFICE BOX 97B LONGMONT 13031776-9900 H. WILLIAM SIMS, JR. LONGMONT, COLORADO 805O2-0078 DENVER METRO 13031 571-5506 JOHN W. CADDIS TELECOPIER 13031772-6105 SUZAN D. FRITCHEL , 1988 August 12 BRETT J. LAMBERT August (J Robert L. Tibbals Collins & Cockrel , P.C. 445 Union Boulevard, Suite 129 Denver, Colorado 80228 Re: Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District Dear Bob: In our conversation of August 11, 1988, I failed to mention that the Fort Lupton Community Taxpayers Association intends to nominate its own slate of candidates for the initial board of directors of the proposed district if in fact the service plan is approved by the Weld County Commissioners. I am bringing this to your attention so that you will refrain from printing the ballots until such time as the nominees are determined. Secondly, 1 would appreciate it if you would notify me immediately of your filing of the petition with the court together with the case number so that I might immediately file the nomination petitions. As you are well aware, nomination petitions must be filed 45 days prior to the date of the organizational election. However, I cannot file them "with the court" until I know which court will be holding the hearings and ordering the election. In the event that your client determines to withdraw the service plan for purposes of amendment, or otherwise, please inform me at your earliest convenience so that I might avoid the necessity of preparation for next Wednesday's hearing. Thank you for your continued cooperation. ery truly urs, /t d N. Lyo s, RNL:jlm BAKEF-L.TIB cc: Fort Lupton Community Taxpayers Association Exit ! `^" g,17_ � ... 880836 SUPPLEMENT TO FORT LUPTON PARR AND RECREATION SERVICE PLAN The proponents offer the following supplementary language which is to be incorporated into and made a part of Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District Service Plan: IF THE TIMING OF THE RECREATION DISTRICT'S FORMATION IS SUCH THAT IT WILL BE UNABLE TO COLLECT REVENUES OTHER THAN PARTICIPATION FEES OR CONTRIBUTIONS, THE DISTRICT WILL ASSUME ONLY THOSE PORTIONS OF RECREATION ACTIVITY PROGRAMMING AND DISTRICT FUNCTIONS REQUIRED BY LAW, AS CAN BE SUPPORTED BY THE REVENUES RECEIVED. FULL DISTRICT OPERATIONS PURSUANT TO THIS SERVICE PLAN WILL BE CONDUCTED ONLY AT SUCH TIME AS TIMELY RECEIPT OF PROPERTY TAX, SPECIFIC OWNERSHIP TAX AND CONSERVATION TRUST FUND REVENUES ARE ASSURED. IT IS PROBABLE THIS WILL NOT OCCUR BEFORE THE CALENDAR YEAR 1990. EXHIBIT PC-0836 E- ail 8-c- Following is a list of those requesting to be excluded from the proposed Fort Lupton Park and Recreation District: Harleen and Robert L. McPeek - SW} & Si NW} of 510 , T2N, R66W and ..-'' - t v Lot 1 , Blk 1 , and Part of Lot 10 , Blk 1 , Cedar Ridge Addition 4 A & W Water Service, Inc. - Ni NW} of S32, T2N, R66W ' td Schmanski Funeral Home - Real Property described as Pt of 55 , T1N, / R66W, and Personal Property located at 806 Denver Avenue James and Donna Zimbelman - Real Property described as Lots 1 , 2 , y// 7 & 8 , Blk 44 , Aristocrat Ranchettes, and Personal Property located at 1042 Denver Avenue / James Zimbelman - Lots 17-18, Sebolds 1st Filing / Baker Machine and Fabrication Co. - Real Property described as Pt of the N}SE} of 531 , T2N, R66W, and Personal Property located at 12600 WCR 141 Amoco Production Company - (Described in attached list. ) — Halliburton Services - (Described in atttached list. ) -' Flint Engineering & Construction Co. ✓ James Martin - Pt of SE} of Sl , TIN, R66W ✓ Raleigh J. & Annette W. Vincent - Real Property described as Lots ✓ 1& 2 , Blk 18 , and Personal Property located at 1135 Hover Avenue Vincent Partnership - Lots 1 to 8 of 512, T2N, R67W, in Lupton Meadows Div I Madeleine & William Janssen - Lot 12, Si , Lot 11 , . B1k 1 Philpotts Add. I Union Pacific j EXHIBIT Ali ' •>8©836 Hello