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Home My WebLink About05/01/2006 STUDY SESSION AGENDA CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO Municipal Building 7500 W. 29th Ave. 2nd Floor Conference Room May 1. 2006 6:30 p.m. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Item 1, Item 2. - Item 3. a) b) Staff Reports Outside Agency Reports 1) Rob Osborn - WR2020 Sam Mamet, Colorado Municipal League Proposed Revisions to Massage Ordinance P4nc1JJd(Q-n Leader's Guide 2005 Summary Report/Mayor and City Council/Wheat Ridge, Colorado Work Session Typology - WORK SESSION WORK SESSION WORK SESSION TYPE I TYPE II TYPE III PRE-REPORT DRAFT REPORTS BRIEFING Provide direction and Refine proposed reports and Brief Mayor and City gUidance on major Issues before staff rccommendations prior to Council on major issues, analysis and report formal presentation and upcommg opportumties preparation. action. and operational matters. TOPICS TOPICS: TOPICS 1 Detine the Problems 1 Present Background 1. Present Background Information 2. Identify Issues 2. ReView and Highlights of 2. DISCUSS TopiCS Analysis and Options 3 Establish Parameters 3 Review and Refine 3 Explorc City's Role or and GUJdehnes Rccommendations Nced for Action 4 Focus on Possible 4 Finalize DeSIred Goals 4 Focus on Overall Policy Outcomes and Outcomes Dlrcction and Guidelmes 5 Outline Process and 5. Outline Ncxt Steps Possible Next Steps 6 Decide Whether or Not Worth Pursuing Copyright @ 2005 Lyle Sumek Associates, Inc. 05-MAR-53 Section Xl Page I UDJIORBaD CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO Municipal Building 7500 W. 29th Avenue Mav 1. 2006 Meetmg called to order by Mr. DiTullIo at 6:32 p.m. City Council Members present: Karen Berry; Terry Womble; Wanda Sang; Dean Gokey; Karen Adams; Mike Stites; Larry Schulz; City Manager Randy Young; Deputy City Manager Patrick Goff; City Clerk Pam Anderson, City Treasurer Mary Cavarra, Alan White, Director of Community Development; staff APPROVAL OF AGENDA as printed. Item 1. Staff Reports/ Outside Agency Reports There were no staff reports presented. Outside Agency Reports City Treasurer Mary Cavarra briefed City Council on clarifications that will appear in the final copy of the Neighborhood RepositIOnIng Study report. A brief discussion followed. Consensus carried to use thiS as an informational piece and to pass on to Rob Osborn, Executive Director of Wheat Ridge 2020 . Ron Osborn, Executive Director of Wheat Ridge 2020, introduced himself to City Council. He also introduced Board PreSident Brian DeLaet. He briefed the meeting on Wheat Ridge 2020 and his background and experience Item 2. Sam Mamet, Colorado Municipal League Sam Mamet, Executive Director, Colorado Municipal League, briefed the City Council and distributed a packet on the League. He gave a legislative session wrap-up. He answered questions from Council on vanous issues such as eminent domain, home rule, smoking ordinance, and working with the City. Item 3. Proposed Revisions to Massage Ordinance Deputy City Manager Patrick Goff introduced Kathy FranklIn, City Auditor, to present the staff report. Wade Hammond, Police Department was available to answer questions from City Council. The discussion centered on a proposed ordinance to amend the code, fee structure, and enforcement issues. Consensus was carried to bnng the ordmance forward to a regular City Council meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:51 p.m. The Study Session Notes are the City Clerk's record of statT directIOn and Council discussion of agenda items. No formal action may take place by motion at a City Council Study SessIOn. . CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE ITEM 1 b) 1) May 1, 2006 Study sessiou,500 West 29th Avenue Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 Fax: (303) 234-5924 MAYOR Jerry DITullio (303) 235-2800 CITY CLERK Pam Anderson (303) 235-2823 CITY TREASURER Mary Cavarra (303) 235-28 to COUNCIL MEMBERS (303) 235-28 t 6 - DISTRICT I Karen Beny Terry Womble DISTRICT II Enos "Dean Gokey Wanda Sang DISTRICT III Karen Adams Mike Stites DISTRICT IV Lena Rotola Larry Scbulz Apnl 26, 2006 Mayor and City Council, Rob Osborn will begin his employment as executive director of WR2020 on May I, 2006 and he would like to mect city council at our study session. The Board ofWR2020 has yet to meet with Rob and set the procedure for "reportmg-out" to city council. Once the procedure IS established, the City Council, the Mayor and staff will receive a regular up-date on the activities of WR2020 I will encourage the board to direct Rob to attend our study sessions quarterly and more frequently when needed. The Executive Board of 2020 has been meeting frequently The cntire Board, of which Karen and I are members, meets once a month. The dates and times of the meetings are on the web at www.WR2020.org. I will serve on the budget committee and Councilor Berry was appointed chairperson of the planning committee. Below are the names of the persons elected to the Executive Board, a list of the sub-committees, and the chair person of each sub-committee. Please note the first WR2020 community activity has been planned by the P.R. committee to be the WR2020 "kick-off' with the new ExecutIve Director The cost will cover wme and food served by ten different Wheat Ridge restaurants. "A Sampling of Wheat Ridge" Wheat Ridge Recreation Center Tuesday May 16th 5:30p.m---8:30p.m. Tickets. $15.00.. $2000 at the door I encourage councilors to check the web page for minutes of meetings and up-coming activities ofWR2020 1(aren jIdams Wheat Ridl!:e 2020 Executive Board President Brian DeLaet Vice President Kevin Hood Sccrctary Terrell Williams Treasurer Demse Waddell Sub-Committees Neighborhood Initiatives Committee Planning Committee PublIc Relations Committee Budget and Resource Development Committee Operations and Admmistration Committee Nommating Committee Chair Person Keith Gray & Mike Baran Karen Berry Bntta Fisher Denise Waddell Curt GIlmore Dewey Bridge . . . . . .~ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . .. .. .. .. .. a .. . . . . . . . adams consulting public sector search & assessment WHEAT RIDGE 2020-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CANDIDATE PROFILE ROBERT OSBORN 16 Green Street Freemansburg, PA 18017 6109973957 home 610435.8890 office 484357.2568 cell OVERVIEW: Rob Osborn has a varied background in construction, mechanical engineering, project management, and legal practice, prior to obtaining his current position as Executive Director of the Allentown Economic Development Corporation In this position, Rob reports to a 14-member Board of Directors, and a membership of 100 regional leaders from the public and private sectors He manages a staff of seven FTE's, with responsibility for the City's redevelopment initiatives, local and regional lending programs, business development, and real estate development. Allentown is the third largest city in Pennsylvania, with a population of 106,000 While in Allentown, Rob has worked to build a divided board of directors into a cohesive group, to develop consistent priorities for the organization; and to promote development and market the community He has been instrumental in diversifying housing opportunities, restructuring lending programs, facilitating development projects, and obtaining additional financial resources through bond Issues Rob is smart and energetic, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. He has a good understanding of real estate transactions, financing mechanisms, and the legal and regulatory aspects of development. Economic development activities in the Lehigh Valley are currently trending toward regional efforts, and Rob is experiencing the loss of programs as a result. He is interested in the opportunity to start-up a new organization, and to enjoy the quality of life afforded in the Denver metro region Rob received his BachelOl of Scien.::-\:.. degree in Civil Engineering in 1994 from Temple University, and his Juris Doctorate degree in 2001 from Sl,lffolk University Law School He is admitted to practice law in Pennsylv~nia and Massachusetts. Rob seNes as a Councilmember in the Borough of Freemansburg, where he also chairs the Finance Committee He is activeitithe taraleeadams@hotmail,com 9305 HE 191 st Street Bothe/I, WA 98011 425,485.9405 P 425,485.9775 f . . . . . . . . . . . . . It It .. It .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. It . . . . . t . . . . . . . . ~ Robert Osborn Page 2 economic development profession, and serves as a board member of the Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation ACCOMPLISHMENTS: · Restructured the Allentown Economic Development Corporation, including complete financial reorganization to secure an annual surplus, negotiation of lease agreements to obtain long-term rental revenue, training and development of Boardmembers, and development of long-term sustainable programs to promote economic viability and stability of the AEDC · Revitalized a City block in Allentown, including construction of 78,000 square feet of new office space and additional new restaurant and retail space Assembled parcels, negotiated the development agreement; developed the financing strategy and obtained a $2.5 million grant in support of the project. · Received the 2002 Commonwealth of Massachusetts Award in Management Excellence for successful management of the $250 million Massachusetts State House Historic Restoration Project. · Developed and secured a federal contract with the Lehigh Valley Regional Minority Business Development Center, to have the first satellite service center in Pennsylvania This project has assisted minority business owners in Allentown t{J profllote their businesses, secure access to contracts, capital, and busi!":ess development programs, and enhance and grow their businesses · Elected to the Borough of Freemansburg Borough Council, and appointed as Chair of the Council Finance Committee CURRENT SALARY: Rob cur~ently receives a base salary of $90,000 annually, and a bonus of $6,000. REFERENCE SUMMARY: Several professional references were contacted on behalf of Robert Osborn. They were asked to respond confidentially to a wide range of questions that addressed his abilities and provided a well-rounded profile Their responses are recorded below in a summary format. Robert has excellent communication and interpersonal skills He is a very good presenter and able to clearly articulate his point both verbally and in writing One reference said, "He has done wonderful things in our community, and he has a personality that leads to success Robert is a good listener, professional and . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . .. Robert Osborn Page 3 able to put a deal together" One of his clients had an interest in doing business, but needed to have an area rezoned in order to pursue their development. Robert worked with the City Council to get the item on the agenda, and worked with other departments in the City to ensure this project's success A reference commented, "Robert has the ability to make everyone feel important. He's done a lot of good things in the community by being pro-development in a way that works for everyone He does not choose sides, but is the 'go to' guy that all of the interested parties maintain a relationship with" As a leader, Robert is focused as well as being flexible to changing priorities Another reference said, "Robert gets things done but is not super aggressive I never saw any problems when he was working on a project. Robert is low key, has a legal mind and takes a broad approach to problems" He does very well at working through a variety of projects or tasks simultaneously and has strong organizational skills A previous supervisor said, "Roberts stays on an issue and is responsive to clients He takes the extra time necessary to get back with clients and to follow-up" When asked about an area of concern none were mentioned Robert is self-motivated and able to maintain an even keel when under pressure He is willing to listen to other's ideas and to look at alternative ways of doing things A reference said, "Robert is a hard worker, articulate and bright. He will certainly help your organization" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. .. a .. a Robert J. Osborn, Esq. 16 Green Street Freemansburg, PA 18017 Home (610) 997-3957 (484) 357-2568 Cellular Office (610) 435-8890 e~mail: rosborn@Jallentownedc.com Education: Suffolk University Law School, JD University of Texas at Austm, Certificate in Project Management Temple University, BS Civil Engineering! Construction Management May, 2001 January, 1996 May, 1994 Emplovment Experience: Allentown Economic Development Corporation, Allentown, P A (November 2003 - Present) EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, . Manage private and public econOffilC development for the third largest city in the state of Pennsylvania, through cooperation ofthe public and private sectors as head of a non-profit membership organization. . Advocate for the Private Sector to institute Public Policy to stimulate and sustain economic prosperity . Initiate and develop concepts and strategies for Commercial, Residential, and Industrial development projects. . Develop financial modeling, financial structures and feasibility studies for major real estate projects. ' . Manage multiple properties, leases, development contracts, and financing programs that foster corporate profits and economic development prosperity . Coord mate and structure project development-financmg packages utilizmg City, State and Federal programs. . Promote, negotiate, manage, and market development contracts, incentives and programs aimed at generating economic stabilIty and prosperity for the City of Allentown. . FaCIlItate planmng, orgamzatlOn, control, Integration and completion of projects and programs designed to attract, retain and grow busmesses. . Direct a staff of seven, with an annual budget of $2.6 million. . Serve as a Board Member and Executive Director of the Allentown Commercial and Industnal Development Authority. Law Firm of Broughal & DeVito L.L.P., Bethlehem, P A (December 2002-November 2003) ASSOCIATE. . Property Development Representation, including: Due dilIgence research, Client representation, Acquisition and Negotiation, Purchase and Sale Agreement and Lease development and enforcement, Zoning hearings, Land Use and Building Code representation . General Litigation: Many diverse matters representing Plaintiffs and Defendants; Contract Disputes, Personal Property Disputes, Personal Injury, lnsurance Claims, and other Tort Matters . SOCIal Representation: Social Security Benefit Representation, Liquor License AcqUIsition . Defense. DUI Representation, Traffic Violation Representation . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . .. Robert Osborn Page 3 able to put a deal together" One of his clients had an interest in doing business, but needed to have an area rezoned in order to pursue their development. Robert worked with the City Council to get the item on the agenda, and worked with other departments in the City to ensure this project's success A reference commented, "Robert has the ability to make everyone feel important He's done a lot of good things in the community by being pro-development in a way that works for everyone He does not choose sides, but is the 'go to' guy that all of the interested parties maintain a relationship with." As a leader, Robert is focused as well as being flexible to changing priorities. Another reference said, "Robert gets things done but is not super aggressive. I never saw any problems when he was working on a project Robert is low key, has a legal mind and takes a broad approach to problems" He does very well at working through a variety of projects or tasks simultaneously and has strong organizational skills A previous supervisor said, "Roberts stays on an issue and is responsive to clients He takes the extra time necessary to get back with clients and to follow-up" When asked about an area of concern none were mentioned Robert is self-motivated and able to maintain an even keel when under pressure He is willing to listen to other's ideas and to look at alternative ways of doing things A reference said, "Robert is a hard worker, articulate and bright He will certainly help your organization" , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . It Robert J. Osborn, Esq. 16 Green Street Freemansburg, P A 18017 Home (610) 997-3957 (484) 357-2568 Cellular Office (610) 435-8890 e-mail: rosborn@aUentownedc.rom Education: Suffolk University Law School, JD University of Texas at Austin, Certificate in Project Management Temple UniversIty, BS Civil Engineering! Construction Management May, 2001 January, 1996 May, 1994 Employment Experience: Allentown Economic Development Corporation, Allentown, P A (November 2003 - Present) EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. . Manage private and public economic development for the third largest city in the state of Pennsylvania, through cooperation of the public and private sectors as head of a non-profit membership organization. . Advocate for the Private Sector to institute Public Policy to stimulate and sustain economic prosperity. . Initiate and develop concepts and strategies for Commercial, Residential, and Industrial development projects. . Develop financial modeling, financial structures and feasibility studies for major real estate projects. . . Manage multiple properties, leases, development contracts, and financing progranls that foster corporate profits and economic development prosperity . Coordinate and structure project development-financing packages utilIzing CIty, State and Federal programs. . Promote, negotiate, manage, and market development contracts, incentives and programs aimed at generating economic stability and prosperity for the City of Allentown. . FaCilitate planning, organization, control, mtegratlOn and completion of projects and programs designed to attract, retain and grow businesses. . Direct a staff of seven, with an annual budget of $2.6 million. . Serve as a Board Member and Executive Director of the Allentown Commercial and Industrial Development Authority - Law Firm of Broughal & DeVito L.L.P., Bethlehem, P A (December 2002-November 2003) ASSOCIA TE: . Property Development Representation, including: Due diligence research, Client representatIOn, Acquisition and Negotiation, Purchase and Sale Agreement and Lease development and enforcement, Zoning hearings, Land Use and Building Code representation . General Litigation' Many diverse matters representing Plaintiffs and Defendants; Contract Disputes, Personal Property Disputes, Personal Injury, Insurance Claims, and other Tort Matters . SocIal Representation. Social Security Benetit Representation, LIquor License AcquisitIOn . Defense DUI RepresentatIOn, Traffic VIOlation RepresentatIon . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . .. Robert J, Osborn, Esq. 16 Green Street Freemansburg, PA 18017 Commonwealth of Massachusetts, DCAM, Boston, MA (September 1996--December 2002) PROJECT COORDINATOR; Massachusetts State House Renovation Proiect: . Prepared Contract, Request for Proposals I Bid Requirements and Instructions for The Historic Exterior Renovation of the Massachusetts State House to comply with newly enacted MGL. Ch. 149 S 44 e 'li. . Managed and oversaw the design and construction activities associated with the $100 million restoration of the State House. . Maintained project budget and fiscal reporting. . Developed project schedule to limit delays and expedite work. . Advocated for the Commonwealth's mterests in all matters associated with the project. . Oversaw the removal of Hazardous materials in accordance with state and federal statutory provrslOns. . Reviewed, negotiated and executed change orders and schedule delay claims. . Provided value engineering oversight to reduce project costs and lImit expenditures. . Chaired weekly project meetings and weekly State House Liaison Committee Meetings providing project updates to the Offices ofthe Governor, Senate President, Speaker of the House, and Secretary of State. PROJECT COORDINATOR, Massachusetts State House Senate Reception Room Renovation: . Developed a fast track schedule to complete a $2.5 million dollar restoration, reducing the contract schedule from 60 to 18 days, with no cost overrides. . Assisted the State House Art Commission m the research of historic materials and methods of accepted repair techniqucs. . Managed the preparation of contract plans and specifications. . Handled all aspects of project management, including, budget, schedule, change orders, and contract compliance PROJECT COORDINATOR; DMR Housing Facilities Renovation and Access Improvements, Templeton Development Center: . Coordinated the activities of a $3.6 million renovation project for an operational assisted living facility to comply With state and federal building codes associated with the Americans with Disabilities Act. . Managed and administrated all contract terms and negotiations on behalf of the Commonwcalth. PROJECT COORDINA TOR; Lemmuel Shattack Hospital, Fire ProtectionlLife Safety Upgrades. . Performed complete management and oversight a $5.2 million contract to provide a complete life safety system for an operating public hospital. . Implemented value-engineering strategies to save a quarter of a million dollars of the project budget. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. It . . . . It Robert J, Osborn, Esq, 16 Green Street Freemansburg, P A 18017 Harris Mechanical Contracting, St. l'aul, MN (July 1994-September 1996) PROJECT ENGINEER; South Essex Sewer District WWTP Proiect, Salem, MA: . Managed a $48 Million sub-contract for the constructIOn of mechanical systems. . Prepared presentation to the Massachusetts Board of Plumbers, focusing on the differences of statutory language associated with the Massachusetts filed sub-bidding laws to effectuate a $2 million project cost savings. . Negotiated, prepared, and admmistered $22 million in subcontracts with specialty contractors, equipment suppliers, and material suppliers. . Drafted, presented, and negotiated additional work proposals for owner acceptance, . Developed payment schedule and tracked actual project costs to establish fiscal reports forecasting estimated profits. . Prepared project schedule, tracking and development of delay claims based upon identified schedule delays. . Acted as an onsite representative to address all inquiries raised by the owner and general contractor associated with the terms of my tirm' s contractual obligations. Hajdu Construction, Alpha, NJ (May 1990-September 1994) UNION LABORER I CREW FORMAN; Vanous Proiects: . Performed various tasks associated WIth general buildmg construction and maintenance. . Participated in environmental clean up of oil, chemical, and hazardous contaming material releases. - Licenses and Memberships: Admitted to Pennsylvarua Bar November 7, 2002 Admitted to Massachusetts Bar November 1,2002 COlmcilman, Borough of Freemansburg, Finance Committee Chairman November 2003-Present Board Member. Allentown Commercial & Industrial Development Authonty Board Member, America On Wheels Automotive History Museum Board Member, Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation Board Member, Allentown Development Company Member of the American Bar ASSOCiatIOn Member of the Northampton County Bar AssociatIOn Academic Accomplishments and other Experience Suffolk University Law School: Research Assistant, Environmental Law and International EnVironmental Law Temple UniverSity: Outstanding Student Award 1994 Extensive Knowledge ofMicrosoft@ Windows@ based applications including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Schedule, and Project. Also familiar with project management related software including: Primavera, Means Cost Estimating, Auto CADD, and Timberline Legal research software' WestLaw and Lexis-Nexls . . . . . &- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - . .. , ACADEMIC VERIFICATION Robert Osborn BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Civil & Construction Engineering Conferred to him on - May, 1994 ConfIrmation Received by- studentc learinghouse. urg Temple Umversity PhIladelphia, Pennsvlvania Juris Doctorate Conferred to him on-May, 2001 Unable to Confirm: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . It . It It It It It It It It . . . . , . . , Allentown Economic Development Corporation AEOC Apn115,2004 Ms. Barbara A. Musko Director, Grants DIvIsIon P A Department of CommunIty and Economic Dcvclopment 400 North Strcet, 4th Floor Harrisburg, P A 17120 RE Urban Development <.Jrant for Schoen's BuIldmg Redevelopment Project Dear Ms. Musko' On behalf The Allentown Economic Development Corporation ("AEDC"), The Allentown Commercial and Industnal Development Authority C'ACIDA"), the City of Allentown, and Woodmont Properties, 1 am pleased to submit the [ollowing request for Urban Development Grant fundmg for the redevelopment of the fonner (now vacant) Schoen's Furruture bUIldmg located at 612 Hamilton Street m downtown Allentown. ThiS redevelopment project Will incorporate residential and commerCial uses m Allentovm's growmg Arts Distnct. The redevelopment of this building IS key to the revitalizatIOn of Allentown's Orban Core. The project wIll proVide approximately thirty (30) market- rate apartment units aImed at the growing young professional population m Allento\vn. I am confident that upon review of this request YOU will agree that this project Wlll have a slgmficant benefit on AllentO\vn's revitalizatIOn and promote the VitalIty of AllentO\\l1'S urban renewal - AEDC, ACIDA, Woodmont Properties, and the City of Allentown are confident that the successful redevelopment of (, 12 HamIlton wIll help to further the on-gomg reVItalization OCCUITIng in downtown Allentown In eonsideralion of the high vlsiblhty of this redevelopment, the success of this project Will have a umquely positive impact on the Hamilton Street, AllentO\\l1 most important commercial corridor, and The Allentown Arts Walk area. Proiect Historical Description The ell1Tent owner of the site IS the Allentown Commercial and Industrial Development Authonty (ACIDA), which is a City Authonty under ItS charter and admmistered by AEDC AClDA took title to the site in Apn11997, and through AEDC has been 435 Hamilton Street, PO Box 1400, Allentown, PA 18105' 610-435-8890' Fax 610-4"56166 . . I I I I- . . . . . . . . . . . . . I I I I I- I . I . I . . . . . . . . . . . . . t . marketing It for reuse since. AEDC has received various preliminary proposals expressing mterest from pnvate sector companies for the redevelopment and reuse of the site. AEDC plans to conduct the necessary site preparation work and land acqUisition in order to further facilitate the redevelopment of the property AEDC hopes to see the site cleaned up and rehabIlitated for mixed use, including commercial units in the lower floors and +1-30 re.sidentIal units in the existing 6-story structure. The redevelopment of this KOZ site is a pivotal project to help continue to spur the revitalization of our downtown Hamilton Street corridor The Allentown Economic Development Corporation has designated Woodmont Properties of Parsippany New Jersey as the Most Advantageous Applicant respondmg to a recent RFP for building redevelopment. AEDC selected Woodmont based upon their vast experience in residential development projects, and Woodmont's ability to progressively act upon this development project. 612 Hamilton Street was once the Schoen's Furniture Building. Woodmont Property's proposal proVides for approximately 30 upscale loft style apartments on the upper floors and retail space on the first floor. The preliminary designs include windows and balconies on the upper floors as part of the renovations. In an effort to complement the existing and expanding Arts District, AEDC sought proposals from developers that included retail, commercial and residential uses for the building. AEDC and the City of Allentown believe that bringing residential housing within the Business and Arts Districts will promote further development and revltalizal10n to the downtown. Proiect Summary and Redevelopment Plan Location 612 Hamilton Street IS WIthin downtown Allentown's flourishing Arts Walk and Arts Park areas. Hamilton Street is Allentown's mam commercial thoroughfare. In additIOn to the property's proximity to venues such as Symphony Hall, the Art Museum and the Baum School of Art, surrounding properties include those with street level storefronts and, often, vacant space above The visibility and high-profile of our redevelopment (mcluding street level commercial and new residential units) should positively Impact the prospects for these neighboring commercial properties and further the revitalization of the arts district. AEDC has been able to develop its relationship with Woodmont for this project because of the verbal and capital commitments developed for thIs area by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvarua (mcluding a recent $2.0 million Arts Park grant), the County of Lehigh, the Urban Land Institute and private institutions, such as Wachovia Bank (flkja First Union). AEDC and Woodmont Properties have entered into an agreement for the redevelopment of the former Schoen building located at 612 Hamilton Street in downtown Allentown. Please see attached article dated December 26, 2003, as seen in "The Morning Call". This now vacant property is located withm Allentown's burgeoning Arts Walk area and eligible for KOZ benefits. ..~,,", . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . t t . t ~ . . t . ~ Woodmont, in coordination with AEDC and in conformance with local building codes and zoning (to-be-provlded thru the AEDC), intends to convert approximately 37,000 square foot, 6-story bUilding to a mixed-use project that will mclude commercial uses on- grade and approximately 30 residential units The property IS vacant, and the mtenor will be completely gutted to accommodate the redevelopment. Generally, the redevelopment will include (i) new extenor (ii) new or refurbished elevators (iii) fire sprinkler system (iv) new electrical and mechanical systems and (v) new windows. Commercial The commercial use, preliminarily 1,800 square feet and comprismg +1- 2 units of retail storefronts, will have direct access to Hamilton Street. Retail units, in advance of any tenancy, will have new storefront windows and open space within. The contemplated user will be related to the on-going activity in the Arts Walk area. By way of example, we have spoken with accomplished artist and Allentown-native Thomas Mann (now a New Orleans, LA resident) about hIS interest in this location for arts related activities. Residential The anticipated 30-residential units will be "loft style"; e.g. generally high-ceilings, exposed structure and mechamcals, hard wood floors, etc. Each unit will be provided with modem amenities typical within new residential construction, including kitchen, bathrooms, cable and Internet access. Unit sizes may range from 850 to 1,200 square feet, although our development plan to-date includes a unit average of 850 square feet. A common lobby will be created on grade level, and hallways Will lead to elevators accessing upper floors. Balconies are under consideration. Enclosed are copies of preliminary floor plans and elevations prepared by r+d architecture, Ea~ton, P A. Preliminary project draWings are attached for your revle", Scheduline:, Operatine: and Development Bude:et Development is anticipated to commence wlthm the second quarter of 2004, and last approximately l7-months. Leasing would begin III the Summer of2005 We anticipate that our advance marketing and advertIsing campaign will result in pre-leasing the commerCial areas and a portion of the residential units. The total, yet preliminary, development budget is approximately $3.5 million, FinalIzation of the development budgct IS subject to completion of the structural analysis, receipt of contractor bids and the acqUISition of a parking lot from Lehigh County. A summary development budgct IS provided below, and greater dctail is available upon request. A preliminary operating budget is also enclosed. Recently, this project was awarded a $400,000.00 grant from the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency as part of a Mixed Use Facility Financing Pilot Program. We, and the City of Allentown, believe (as does the PHFA) that tlus type of redevelopment, if properly planned and successful, helps to stabilize downtown neighborhoods. AEDC is confident III Woodmont Properties' development and construction experience. We are confident this development plan is right for the location. It is also important to note that the City is contributing to this project through many of their Downtown Development IrutIatives. Critical to this project's success will be an adequate capital structure. . . . . . .~ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . ~ , . Specific Problems and Improvements Addressed bv Urban Development Grant Funds The Acquisition of County Property for the provision of building expansion and parking. 2 Development of adequate walkway, exterior sidewalk lighting, and parking facilities for the designated commercial and residential uses of the building. Project Benefits Upon the successful completion of the project, we are confident that thIS redevelopment (i) will attract new businesses and proVIde new housing opportunities for residents, resulting in added disposable income for existing downtown businesses (ii) support and provide opporturuties to existing businesses, improving retentIon and private investment and (iii) will improve security issues with greater pedestrian activity and improving businesses. Applicant Information Allentown Economic Development CorporatIOn is a non-profit private corporation that works in partnership with the City of Allentown to facilitate commercial development and revitalization within the City of Allentown. AEDC has over 25 years in development projects in the City of Allentown whIch include the renovation of Portland Place for the use of Lehigh Carbon Counties Community College, the inceptIOn, operation and administration of the Bridgeworks Small Business Incubator, the redevelopment of Lehigh Landing and the new Allentown transportation museum, Amenca on Wheels. AEDC is governed by a board of directors compnsed of local busmess and community leaders from institutions such as PPL Energy, Air Products, Wachovia Bank, Fleet Bank, St. Luke's Health Care System, the Mayor of the City of Allentown and members of his cabinet AEDC's Executive Director IS Robert J Osborn, Esq The success of each project AEDC administered was based upon (i) solid development and expenence (Ii) the selection of proper consultants and professionals (iii) good plannmg and design and (iv) effiCIent and timely access to debt and equity capital, both pnvate and public Allentown Economic Development CorporatIon possesses the qualities to enable it to start and successfully complete the Schoen's redevelopment project. Working with Woodmont Properties and the City of Allentown strengthens the viability of this project's success, Fundin2 ReQuest Our request in the amount of $480,000.00 will facilitate The acqUIsition of County Property for the proviSIOn of buildmg expansion and parking necessary for the intended residential and commerCial uses of the property Development of adequate walkway, exterior sidewalk lighting, and parking facilities for the designated commercial and residential uses of the building. . . . . . . ,. . ,. . . . Ie Ie .. .. . . .- ,. .. - .. .- - ~ " ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ , ~ ~ . J ~ ~ The City, County and State endorse this project. (e.g, 612 Hamilton Street is designated as a Keystone Opportunity Zone). However, all parties realize the very speculative nature of this redevelopment. First, mixed-use and downtown redevelopment is difficult to finance Second, the proposed redevelopment plan for the subject project is the first of its type and WIll act as a model for further redevelopment of this kind in downtown Allentown. Although AEDC and the other stakeholders are committed to this project's success, the Urban Development Grant program will be an mtegral part of the project's capital structure. The likelihood of success of this project is not only a function of AEDC's experience and the governmental commitment, but also depends on the proper capital structure. The prelimmary project budget and the Urban Development Grant funds are identified in the attached Single Application Budget Summary on pages 3-5. *Note' AEDC has recently submitted a request for ISRP Grant for $15,000 for sile investigation. Upon completion of the investigation services, AEDC will pursue additional ISRP funding for remediation. These are outlined on the attached budget as well. We are preparing our financing request book. We are contactmg local banks that may be interested in this redevelopment project. A number of banks, including Wachovia, American Bank, Sovereign Bank and Lafayette Bank have prevIOusly expressed interest in forming a relationship for this project. DECD's participation in this project is critical to the projects success and to securing private financing. DCED's support of thIS request, in the most advantageous manner appropriate to assist the revitalIzation of Allentown's Urban Core, is greatly appreciated. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me. - Very truly yours, Robert J Osborn, Esq Enclosures . Contact List . Article announcing the designation ofWoodmont Properties as redeveloper . MapsA. Preliminary architectural floor plans . DeED Single Application ....) ITEM 3. May 1, 2006 Study Session City of Wheat Ridge Office of the City Manager Memorandum TO: Randy Young, City Manager FROM. Kathy Franklin, Sales Tax Auditor ~ THROUGH: Patrick Goff, Deputy City Manager DA TE April 26, 2006 SUBJECT Ordinance Concenung Licensing of Massage Therapists and Massage Therapy Centers The attached draft ordinance concerns repeal of the existmg massage ordinance now obscured in Section 16 of the Municipal Code under miscellaneous vIOlations, and replacement of it with a new one in Section 11, pertaining to licensing. The current code IS based upon the State statute which was written at a time when massage was a novelty often associated with prostitution, The massage therapy profession has since emerged as a valid form of alternative health care promoted by traditional medical providers. Now more than ever, massage therapy professionals are recogmzed as care-givers who holistically contribute to the health and well-being of society as a whole. It is time massage therapists be moved from the dark and obscure - realm of presumed cnme to the daylIght of legitimate business licensing. The proposed ordinance also simplifies the law. If a license IS not issued, this means no massage services for pay of any kind, excepting doctors and similar, It sets forth clearly the requirements for licensing including education and background, and for remaining in good standing and keeping the license, It also provides for multi-therapist practices to avoid the question of parlors, which has been badly misconstrued for years, The proposed ordinance will legally disallow adult entertainment-style massage parlors as State law permits. Both the City and the profeSSIOn worked in concert to arrive at language that works for all concerned. All massage licensees on record as of January 5, 2006 were invited to join the process and/or submit written comment. Two therapist-business owners, Christopher White and Dean Hasse, participated actively Kathryn Stewart of the American Massage Therapists' Association, Les Sweeney and Karen Lanigan of the Institute of Bodywork and Massage Professionals were deeply involved. Also participating was Dennis Simpson, propnetor of the Colorado School of Healing Arts, who has previously advised other local cities on the subject. A letter from Maureen K. Morgan, CMT is attached to this memorandum. CIty personnel who partIcipated were the Sales Tax Department and Police Commanders Wade Hammond and Joe Cassa. This is a much needed overhaul to keep ahead of the changing texture of small business. If not ground- breakmg, It'S well in the forefront of the movement toward recognizing the validity of a recently emerged profession and governing it as such. February 9, 2006 To Whom It May Concern I was not able to make the meeting Thursday, Feb 9th, and would like to give my thoughts about massage therapy in Wheat Ridge I have been a Certified Massage Therapist (CMT) since March of 1997. I graduated with 680 hours from Colorado School of Healing Arts and since have acquired over 1000 hours. Annually I purchase Liability insurance from IMA (International Massage Association) and a general massage license from the City of Wheat Ridge. I have been a part of a massage practice in Wheat Ridge since 1999 The business name is Massage Therapy Associates I feel that our establishment is a business. We have worked and established our business with the city and should be considered a business and NOT a parlor Which to me sounds condescending? I am not a LMT (Licensed Massage Therapist) or Nationally certified but feel I am very qualified to practice Being licensed should NOT be a qualification for practicing massage therapy in Wheat Ridge Taking a test and paying the state for an additional license would not make me a better therapist - Possible qualifications for practicing massage in Wheat Ridge 1) Graduation from an accredited school with transcripts 2) Proof of liability insurance 3) General massage license from the city Thank you for considering my suggestions. Sincerely, -n\ C'v.L \.u, "'--~ \ ~~CkJ~ { 1'1 T Maureen K. Morgan, CMT CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO INTRODUCED BY COUNCIL MEMBER Council Bill No Ordinance No Series of 2006 TITLE. AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A NEW ARTICLE X OF CHAPTER 11, CONCERNING THE LICENSING OF MASSAGE THERAPISTS AND MASSAGE THERAPY CENTERS, AND REPEALING ARTICLES X AND XI OF CHAPTER 16, CONCERNING MASSAGE PARLORS AND MASSAGE THERAPY PRACTICE. WHEREAS, the City of Wheat Ridge, Colorado (the "City"), is a political subdivision of the State of Colorado organized and existing as a home rule municipality pursuant to Article XX of the Colorado Constitution and the home rule charter for the City (the "Charter"); and WHEREAS, pursuant to its home rule authority generally and Article 48 5 of Title 12 of the Colorado Revised Statutes specifically, the City possesses the authority to regulate and license the practice of massage within the City; and WHEREAS, the City has previously adopted provisions concerning massage parlors and massage therapy, codified as Articles X and XI of Chapter 16 of the Code of Laws of the City of Wheat Ridge (the "Code"), and - WHEREAS, the City has also previously adopted provisions concerning the licensing of businesses within the City, codified at Chapter 11 of the Code, and WHEREAS, the City Council finds and determines that over the course of the past several years, the practice of massage has made great strides in professionalism as well as secured a legitimate place in the health care industry; and WHEREAS, the City Council therefore desires to repeal those Articles previously adopted concerning massage parlors and massage therapy and to adopt new regulations concerning massage therapy and codify the same within Chapter 11 of the Code NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO Section 1. Chapter 11 of the Code is hereby amended by the addition of a new Article X, to read in its entirety as follows' ARTICLE X. MASSAGE SERVICES Sec. 11-230. Definitions. For purposes of this Article, the following definitions apply' Conspicuous place: In a massage therapy center or licensed premises of a massage therapist, any place within the general reception area, at eye level and not obscured by anything at any time, for individual massage therapists in a massage therapy center, a place at eye level on the outside of a treatment room door and not obscured by anything at any time, is also acceptable Licensed premises. Subject to zoning, the premises specified in an approved application for a Massage Therapy Center License, or in an approved application for a Massage Therapist License for a sole practitioner, which is owned or in the possession of the licensee and within which such licensee is authorized to carry on the practice of massage therapy or receive requests for the supplying of massage therapy Subject to zoning, the licensed premise of a sole practitioner may be their home Local licensing authority' The is the designated local licensing authority pursuant to C R.S ~ 12-485-103(3) - Massage Any method of pressure on or friction against or stroking, kneading, rubbing, tapping, pounding, vibrating or stimulating of the external soft tissue of the body with the hands or other parts of the human body or with the aid of any mechanical or electrical apparatus or appliance, with or without such supplementary aids as rubbing alcohol, liniments, antiseptics, oils, powder, creams, lotions, ointments or other similar preparations used in this practice Massage therapist: A person, 18 years or older, who has graduated from a massage therapy school accredited by the state educational board or division charged with the responsibility of approving private occupational schools, or from a school with comparable approval or accreditation from another state with transcripts indicating completion of at least five hundred (500) hours of training in massage therapy. For the purposes of this Article, a massage therapy school may include an equivalency program approved by the State educational board or division charged with the responsibility of approving private occupational schools 2 Massage therapy center: Any establishment where more than one massage therapist engages in, carries on or permits to be engaged in or carried on any of the activities under the definition of massage in this Article, or where or any person, firm, partnership, association or corporation permits to be engaged in or carried on any of the activities under the definition of massage in this Article Normal scope of practice. Actions which are 1) as applicable to state regulated professions and institutions, recognized by state regulatory authorities as usual and acceptable components of service or care, or 2) as applicable to athletic trainers, usual and commonly accepted components of service or care which are not in violation of any state or local law Professional association. A nationally recognized association or organization for the advancement and self-governance of the massage therapy profession, having an actively enforced code of ethics Off premises massage. Massage therapy performed outside the licensed premises of a sole practitioner or of a massage therapy center Sec. 11-231. License Required. - It shall be unlawful for any person to offer or perform massage in the City of Wheat Ridge for pay of any kind, received directly or indirectly, without first obtaining a Massage Therapist License; and it shall be unlawful to operate a massage therapy center in the City of Wheat Ridge without first obtaining a Massage Therapy Center License, except for the following classes of persons. (a) Physicians, osteopaths, physical therapists, chiropodists, podiatrists, or chiropractors licensed by the State of Colorado, their offices and clinics, and all persons working in their offices and clinics under their supervision and direction while performing within the normal scope of practice (b) Hospitals and all persons employed by institutions and establishments licensed by the State of Colorado as hospitals while acting within the normal scope of practice in the premises of the hospital or institution so licensed (c) Registered nurses and licensed practical nurses performing massage services within the normal scope of practice 3 (d) Aestheticians, cosmetologists, manicurists and barbers duly licensed under the laws of this State, acting within the normal scope of practice (e) Trainers of any recognized amateur, semi-professional, or professional athlete or athletic team acting within the normal scope of practice (f) Acupuncturists licensed by the State of Colorado performing massage therapy services within the normal scope of practice (g) Students of state accredited or state approved educational facilities located within the City or interns acquiring field hours at licensed premises within the City must be supervised and coordinated by a designated school employee with appropriate instructor qualifications. Externshipslinternships should be based on a written training plan which specifies the students' goals, as well as the experiences and applications to be accomplished The training plan must designate an on-site supervisor who will guide and oversee the students' learning experiences and participate in the students' evaluations. Externs/interns are subject to the following (1) Attire requirements are the same as for a City licensed massage therapist or massage therapy center employee - (2) The student must have an official photo student 10 issued by a state accredited or state approved educational facility readily available for inspection (3) A copy of the written training plan agreement between the training provider and the state approved educational facility must be on file at both the educational facility and the training site and readily available for inspection. Sec. 11-232. Application for License. (a) The applicant(s) shall be subject to the following (1) Insurance Required. License holders are required to maintain the following a Proof of professional liability insurance to engage in the practice of massage therapy with a minimum combined single limit of liability for bodily injury and property damage of one million 4 dollars ($1,000,00000) per occurrence and in the aggregate obtained independently or through membership in a professional association b Failure to maintain such insurance for the duration of the license or to show such evidence on request shall be cause for immediate revocation of the license (2) Massage Therapy Center: Ownership interest in a proposed or licensed Massage Therapy Center must be disclosed at the time of application or license re-qualification on a separate and confidential statement as follows for the purposes of criminal background investigation as provided for later in this subsection a. Associations and corporations. For all officers and holders of 5% or more of the stock in a corporation, provide the full legal name, physical home address and social security number b Partnerships and non-corporate firms. For all partners or owners provide the full legal name, physical home address and social security number - c. Update required: Any change in ownership that is required to be disclosed in the preceding phrases must be reported in writing to the City within 45 days. (b) Education (1) The applicant for a Massage Therapist License must provide complete disclosure of his or her education and experience as a massage therapist. a To obtain a Massage Therapist License the applicant must be at least 18 years old and have graduated from a massage therapy program or school accredited or approved by the State Educational Board or division charged with the responsibility of approving private occupational schools, or from a school with comparable approval or accreditation from another state, and must present original sealed transcripts indicating completion of at least five hundred (500) hours of training in massage therapy I. Transcripts will be kept on file for all approved applications. II Transcripts will be returned if an application is denied 5 b. For the purposes of this Article, a massage therapy school may include an equivalency program approved by the State Educational Board or division charged with the responsibility of approving private occupational schools (2) The applicant(s) for a Massage Therapy Center License are not required to meet the massage therapist educational requirements, but are subject to all other requirements. (c) Criminal Background (1) The applicant(s) shall be required to submit to a police background investigation as part of the application process Sec. 11-233. Special Conditions and Restrictions of the License. In addition to the requirements of Section 11-232 of this Article, the following additional licensee requirements shall apply' (a) Good Character Required No applicant with a felony record or who has been convicted of a charge regarding moral turpitude, solicitation, fraud, dishonesty, gross negligence or incompetence is eligible to obtain a Massage Therapist License or Massage Therapy Center License. (b) Display of License Every Massage Therapy Center and Massage Therapist licensee shall display a valid license in a conspicuous place within the Massage Therapy Center or other licensed premises so it may be readily seen by persons entering the premises (c) City 10 Required (1) Every licensed massage therapist shall carry or have readily available a City of Wheat Ridge Massage Therapist identification card at all times when offering or performing massage (2) The photo 10 must be renewed each year with license renewal (3) The photo 10 shall at all times be the property of the City and must be surrendered upon revocation or voluntary termination of license (d) Sanitary Requirements. All licensed premises must be maintained in a clean and sanitary manner 6 (e) Attire (1) All persons providing massage therapy and all employees of a massage therapy center must be fully clothed at all times. (2) Clothing shall be of a fully opaque, non-transparent material and shall provide complete covering from at least mid-thigh to no more than two inches below the collarbone The midriff and the arm pits may not be exposed (f) City's Right to Inspect: Excepting exigent circumstances in the course of law enforcement activities, a City representative may inspect the licensed premises upon making an appointment no less than 24 hours in advance Sec. 11-234. Expiration and Renewal of License. (a) Expiration The Massage Therapist License and the Massage Therapy Center License shall expire on December 31 of each calendar year but shall be subject to the grace period allowed all licensees ending on February 1 of the following year. - (1) An expired Massage Therapist License or Massage Therapy Center License shall be subject to re-qualification in the same manner as the application for license set out in Section 11-232 if the licensee intends to continue performing massage in the City (2) Re-qualification shall be subject to the same application fees as a new application (b) Renewal Notice A renewal notice shall be sent to each licensee no less than 30 days prior to the expiration of the license (c) Proof of Insurance A copy of current proof of insurance as specified in Subsection 11-232(a)(1) is required for renewal and shall be presented at that time Sec. 11-235. More Stringent City Standards Prevail. The City recognizes the provisions of Title 12, Article 48 5 of the Colorado Revised Statutes as applicable within the City The standards for the licensing of massage services set forth in this Article are intended to be more stringent than the minimum standards set forth in Title 12, Article 485 of the Colorado Revised Statutes. In the event of any conflict 7 between the provisions of this Chapter and the provisions of said Title 12, Article 48.5, the more stringent requirement shall apply. Sec. 11-236. Fees. Fees for the applications and licenses provided for in this subsection are payable at the time of application, renewal or re-qualification as follows (a) Application fees (1) Massage Therapist: $100 (2) Massage Therapy Center' $180 (3) Background as set by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint analysis fees are in addition to application fees and are payable directly to the analyzing agencies (Colorado Bureau of Investigation and Federal Bureau of Investigation) at the rates established by them (b) Licensing fees (1) Massage Therapist: $40, includes photo ID (2) Massage Therapy Center' $70 (c) Replacement of lost photo ID fee $10 (d) Refunds and pro-rations (1) Application fees provided for in this subsection are not subject to refund or pro-ration (2) Prepaid licensing fees shall be refunded upon denial of an application for a new or re-qualified license (3) Initial licensing fees are to be reduced by half if application occurs after September 30 Sec. 11-237. Massage Services Licenses Additional to All Other Licenses. 8 Licenses provided for in this subsection are in addition to any and all other licenses required by the City and are contingent upon those licenses also remaining active and in good standing Sec. 11-238. Revocation of License. (a) Any violation of the provisions of this Article shall be cause for revocation of any license issued under this Article (b) Any falsification of information in the application or criminal background investigation authorization document shall be cause for revocation of any license issued under this Article (c) Revocation of the City sales and use tax license shall be cause for revocation of any license issued under this Article (d) The violation of any provision of Title 12, Article 48 5, C R.S shall be cause for revocation of any license issued under this Article - (e) Any revocation proceeding pursuant to this Section 11-238 shall meet the minimum procedural requirements of C R.S. S 12-485-107, as existing or hereafter amended Sec. 11-239. Public Roster. (a) For the purpose of professional self-policing, a roster of the names of all licensees and of the addresses of all licensed premises under this Article shall be available upon request and free of charge to all licensees under this Article (b) A roster of the names of all licensees and of the addresses of all licensed premises under this Article shall be available upon request but at a nominal fee of $5 to the general public. (c) A roster of the names of all licensees and of the addresses of all licensed premises under this Article shall be posted on the official website of the City and updated no fewer than four times a year. Sees. 11-240 - 11-249. Reserved. Section 2 Article IX of Chapter 11 of the Code is hereby amended by the addition of Sections 11-227 through 11-229, designated as "Reserved" 9 Section 3 Chapter 16 of the Code is hereby amended by repealing Articles X and XI, inclusive, in their entirety Section 4. Safetv Clause The City Council hereby finds, determines, and declares that this Ordinance is promulgated under the general police power of the City of Wheat Ridge, that it is promulgated for the health, safety, and welfare of the public and that this Ordinance is necessary for the preservation of health and safety and for the protection of public convenience and welfare. The City Council further determines that the Ordinance bears a rational relation to the proper legislative object sought to be attained Section 5 Severabilitv: Conflictinq Ordinances Repealed If any section, subsection or clause of this ordinance shall be deemed to be unconstitutional or otherwise invalid, the validity of the remaining sections, subsections and clauses shall not be affected thereby All other ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed Section 6 Effective Date This Ordinance shall take effect fifteen days after final publication, as provided by Section 5 11 of the Charter INTRODUCED, READ, AND ADOPTED on first reading by a vote of to on this _ day of , 2006, ordered published in full in a newspaper of general circulation in the City of Wheat Ridge and Public Hearing and consideration on final passage set for , 2006, at 7'00 o'clock pm., in the Council Chambers, 7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado READ, ADOPTED AND ORDERED PUBLISHED on second and final reading by a vote of to , this day of , 2006 - SIGNED by the Mayor on this day of ,2006 Jerry DiTullio, Mayor ATTEST Pamela Anderson, City Clerk 10 First Publication Second Publication Wheat Ridge Transcript: Effective Date - Approved As To Form Gerald E. Dahl, City Attorney 11 May 1, 2006 ~~ '-'''''1 (~GV" Preface The Wheat Ridge City Council unanimously adopted this report on Monday, July 25,2005 Prior to this adoption, the City Treasurer brought to our attention additional information on sales tax collections of the City While the core data of the report regarding total retail sales from the health care and auto industries is correct, the additional information adds clarification to the relatively small contribution of these industries to the City sales tax base. The information provided further supports one of the conclusions of "Repositioning Wheat Ridge" - that a more diversified retail base is needed, not only from an economic stability standpoint, but also from a City sales tax revenue standpoint. Because of the relevance and importance of this information, and the inability to include it in the report prior to City Council adoption, it has been included in an addendum to this report. The addendum is attached to this report and referenced in the relevant sections within the report. Addendum No.1 This addendum is referenced in relevant sections of the "Repositioning Wheat Ridge" report that was adopted by City Council on Monday July 25, 2005 The respective page numbers to which each revision refers are included below This addendum does not change any of the core data of the report, but adds additional information and clarification regarding City sales tax collections, with particular regard to the growth in the health care and automobile industries in Wheat Ridge since 1990 The changes made in this addendum are highlighted for ease of identification Section A3.5.3 Pal!e 13: This section has been incorporated in the report text. Past growth in retail sales in Wheat Ridge was primarily due to two industries. health care and auto sales/service While these relatively weak sales tax qeneratinq industries flourished, other stronqer sales tax qenerators declined in their share of retail sales, including food stores, eating/drinking establishments, building materials and finance/insurance and real estate Sales leakage information indicates that Wheat Ridge residents purchase furniture, clothing, building materials and garden equipmenUsupplies and visit food and drinking establishments in areas outside of Wheat Ridge These industries present potential future retail opportunities for Wheat Ridge, but are tied to the affluence of local households in order to attract and retain these businesses Bottom line of sales trends people come to Wheat Ridge to buy a car or go to a job, and then leave--and on the way in or out, stop for a cheeseburger and to fill up their car. Meanwhile, Wheat Ridge residents who want a nice dinner, or a new pair of shoes, or a new couch, go elsewhere. . Retail sales have increased in Wheat Ridge since 1990, as have sales per capita. Wheat Ridge captured about 13 percent of retail sales in Jefferson County in 1990 and this increased to 15 percent in 2004 (through the third quarter) However, this increase is largely a factor of the growing auto and health care industries since 1990, which together comprised 58 percent of all retail sales in Wheat Ridge in 2003 AT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE that auto and health care industries are poor revenue qenerators for the City, particularly in relation to their contribution to total sales. Despite accountinq for 58 percent of all sales in Wheat Ridqe, health care comprises only about 1 percent of total sales tax collections to the City and auto industries comprise about 10 percent (most of which are from sales of tires and auto parts). Tax from sales of automobiles is not received by Wheat Ridqe (i.e.. the place of sale), but is received by the purchaser's place of residence. . Trends in retail sales by trade indicate that the auto and health industries increased substantially as a percentage of retail sales between 1990 and 2000, (which are poor revenue qenerators for the City in relation to total sales), while industries such as food stores, eating/drinking establishments and building materials declined as a percentage of saleso (which are strom:Jer revenue qenerators for the City in relation to total sales) The percentage of retail sales from retail trades in Wheat Ridge is lower than any other community, at 51 percent in 2004 (through the third quarter) Wheat Ridge cannot count on the health industry to account for the bulk of sales in perpetuity In a world of constantly changing medical technology, there is always a risk that Exempla will seek out a stronger market and over time scale down its Wheat Ridge facilities. Section 81.1.15 - Paae 21 - This section has not been incorporated into text Retail Sales Trends . Fifty-eight percent of 2003 retail sales in Wheat Ridge are attributed to two retail categories health care and social assistance (including hospitals, nursing and residential care facilities, social assistance and ambulatory services) and motor vehicle parts and dealers (41 % and 17%, respectively) These industries increased substantially as a percentage of retail sales between 1990 and 2000, while industries such as food stores, eating/drinking establishments and building materials declined as a percentage of sales . Motor vehicles and auto parts account for 42% of all retail trades in Wheat Ridge, nearly twice the portion as in Jefferson County as a whole (23 3%) . Auto and health care industries are poor revenue qenerators for the City. Despite accountinq for 58 percent of all sales in Wheat Ridqe, health care comprises only about 1 percent of total sales tax collections to the City and auto industries comprise about 10 percent (most of which are from sales of tires and auto parts). Tax from sales of automobiles is not received by Wheat Ridqe (i.e.. the place of sales), but is received by the purchaser's place of residence, . Between 1990 and 2000, Wheat Ridge was the only one of the compared communities to report a loss in sales revenue from building materials and finance/insurance and real estate Wheat Ridge also had the lowest percentage gain in construction sales (27%), whereas nearby communities showed increases between 136% (Arvad a) and 655% (Westminster) Importance to Citizens: Wheat Ridge is overly represented by healthcare and auto services in terms of sales activity This makes Wheat Ridge vulnerable to decisions a few key employers, like Exempla, might make It also reduces the sales tax revenue potential of the City, qiven that these industries are amonq the weakest qenerators of sales taxes to Wheat Ridqe when taken in the context of their total retail sales revenues. Citizens want and should expect the Wheat Ridge recovery to result in a more evenly distributed sales tax base That means more sales of clothing and sit-down restaurant meals to balance sales of mufflers, oil filters, and wheelchairs. By rebalancing commercial activity, Wheat Ridge also gets a purchase on a renewed civic life, if that rebalancing is connected to an improved urban design fabric Lastly, the drop in sales revenue from building materials is potentially due to the lack of new commercial development and/or redevelopment. Thera ist Center Avg Hourly Est. Avg. Est. Avg. Rate Hours Cost Hours Cost ackets $ 21 00 05 $ 1050 05 $ 1050 $ 21 00 0.25 $ 525 075 $ 15.75 $ 2100 0.25 $ 5.25 0.25 $ 525 $ 2.00 $ 2.00 $ 2300 05 $ 11.50 1 $ 2300 $ 2300 05 $ 11 50 1 $ 2300 $ 2300 2 $ 4600 4 $ 92.00 4 75 180,00 CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE Analysis of Costs of Licensing Massage Businesses April 2006 Licensina Admin, Recordkeepinq $ 21 00 0,5 $ 1050 05 $ 1050 Issue license $ 2100 0.25 $ 5.25 0.25 $ 5.25 Renewal notification $ 21 00 0.25 $ 5.25 0.25 $ 5.25 Renewal reminder $ 2100 0.25 $ 5.25 0.25 $ 5.25 Listinq maintenance $ 2100 0.25 $ 5.25 075 $ 1575 Compliance (primarilv tech, min. auditor) $ 22.00 0.25 $ 550 075 $ 1650 CopyaQe, postaQe $ 300 $ 300 Su 1 75 70,00 2.75