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ORIGINAL
MINUTES OF
WHEAT RIDGE URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY
August 2, 2005
5:30 p.m.
1. CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER
The meeting of the Wheat Ridge Urban Renewal Authority was called to order by
Chair Williams at 5:30 p.m. in the council chambers of the Municipal Building,
7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
2. ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
Authority members present: Janet Leo
Ralph Mancinelli
Terrell Williams
Authority members absent: Pete Ziemke
Also attending: Alan White, WRURA Executive Director
Corey Hoffmann, WRURA Attorney
Ann Lazzeri, Recording Secretary
Vern and Marge V ohaska
Tom Little
Russell Baker
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Janet Leo and seconded by Ralph Mancinelli to approve the
minutes of June 21, 2005 as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
4. PUBLIC FORUM
. Charles Durbin asked for an update on the Cornerstone lawsuit. Corey
Hoffmann reported that a brief was filed on July 25 and Cornerstone has two
weeks to respond. He anticipated a final solution in approximately 6 months.
Chair Williams commented that bills are being paid as funds are released by
the court.
5. DISCUSSION OF 44th AND WADSWORTH
The following individuals joined the Authority to discuss possibilities for a
cooperative effort between property owners and the city for future redevelopment
of the area at 44th and Wadsworth: Marge and Vern Vohaska (owners of3.20
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acres known as the "Spartan pad"); Tom Little (Vern's Restaurant and Lounge);
and Russell Baker (Fuller & Company).
At the request of Chair Williams, Alan White stated that the owner of Time
Square has indicated he plans a "facelift" for the center including a new tenant.
Mr. White also presented a brief overview ofthe recently completed
Neighborhood Revitalization Study. The study suggested that the 44th and
Wadsworth area showed a great possibility for redevelopment and possible
establishment as the Wheat Ridge town center. The study also suggested the
formation of a nonprofit organization that could purchase properties for
redevelopment.
Ralph Mancinelli commented that it is important for city council, planning
commission and staffto be in alignment to assist property owners in
redevelopment efforts.
Mr. and Mrs. V ohaska indicated they were willing to work with the city for
possible redevelopment ofthe 44th and Wadsworth area. Mr. Vohaska also
commented that recent significant tax increases in the area are important
considerations for property owners.
Mr. Baker stated that he represents clients who are very interested locating to the
the 44th and Wadsworth area.
Mr. Little commented that he was highly in favor ofthe "town center" concept for
the area.
Chair Williams expressed the Authority's appreciation to those who participated
in the joint discussion.
6. EXECUTIVE SESSION
It was moved by Ralph Mancinelli and seconded by Janet Leo that the
Wheat Ridge Urban Renewal Authority enter into an executive session on
August 2, 2005, under CRS Section 24-6-402(4)(b) for the purpose of
receiving legal advice regarding specific legal questions regarding the
terminated 38th Avenue and Sheridan Boulevard redevelopment project.
The motion passed unanimously.
The regular meeting was adjourned to executive session at 6:30 p.m. The
executive session was convened in the lobby conference room at 6:34 p.m. Those
attending the executive session were: Janet Leo, Ralph Mancinelli, Terrell
Williams, Corey Hoffmann, Alan White, and Ann Lazzeri.
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8. ADJOURNMENT
The executive session and the regular meeting were adjourned at 7:00 p.m.
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