MINUTES WORK SESSION SEPTEMBER 17, 2019  CARBONDALE BOARD OF TRUSTEES  Mayor Dan Richardson called the Work Session to order on September 17, 2019, at  6:00 p.m. in the Town Hall meeting room.  ROLL CALL:  The following members were present for roll call:  Mayor Trustees  Dan Richardson Lani Kitching Erica Sparhawk Ben Bohmfalk Luis Yllanes Heather Henry Marty Silverstein  Staff Present: Town Manager Town Clerk Finance Director Public Works Director Recreation Center Manager Police Chief COVENTURE UPDATE  Jay Harrington Cathy Derby Renae Gustine Kevin Schorzman Jessi Rochel Gene Schilling  Parks and Recreation Director Eric Brendlinger  Coventure executive director Michael Lowe and Tyler Moebius gave an update on  Coventure's accomplishments.  Discussion ensued and some of the key points made included:  Not only do they provide coworking space, Coventure also provides business The goal was to have 100 members by the end of 2019 - currently they have 82 Their 2019 revenue target is $25,000 and they are presently at $16,000 In 2018 they raised $1,250,000 million in venture capital for five local companies  incubation, acceleration and venture capital They have a staff of 18 - most of them are volunteers The 2nd and 3rd Floors are almost occupied    Trustee Meeting Minutes September 17,2019  Page 2  In 2019 they have raised over $14,000,000 in venture capitalfor six local  companies  They have provided over 450 hours of professional coaching The majority of people renting coworking space live in Carbondale They asked the Board for a $25,000 contribution for 2020  Trustee Bohmfalk stated that they have been honest about their struggles. He believes that Coventure has value and sees the Board's role in helping them get on their feet. Trustee Silverstein stated that last year he was skeptical about giving them money but now he is impressed and believes the Town got a good return on its investment. He sees them providing jobs, and he is OK with the amount they are asking for. Michael stated that they have a $200,000 bare bones budget and this year they came up a little bit short in program revenue. They have applied for three grants and they believe they are well positioned to be successful. They are confident that they will be Trustee Kitching asked if they have considered re-configuring the first floor for more space - Tyler replied yes, they started construction today. Trustee Kitching stated that there are a few coworking companies opening in the valley. Michael stated that Coventure is different in that they are focused on the corporate marketplace. Michael noted that they have struggled with their Latino outreach. However, they have Mayor Richardson stated that he is impressed with the brain trust Coventure is creating. Young people are renting the spaces combined with seniors offering their expertise Trustee Henry stated that the challenge is the use of public money it's different than going after private investment money. She is excited by the success stories. She believes this co-working space will be different than the other coworking spaces in the  sustainable in the case of a recession.  been very successful serving female entrepreneurs.  exceeds his expectations.  valley.  CREATIVE DISTRICT UPDATE  Creative District Executive Director Amy Kimberly was present for the discussion. Amy made the following key points regarding the Creative District's accomplishments:  The Creative District is responsible for creating approximately 859 creative jobs  since 2016  $37.3 million has been realized in total industry earnings $3.9 million has been created in non-profit revenue    Trustee Meeting Minutes September 17, 2019  Page 3  They have infused over $200,000 in projects in Carbondale  They have created eight wayfinding signs along the Rio Grande Artway, as well They work closely with the Tourism Council and four other districts on the Colorado Creative Corridor; they provide content and branding for Carbondale and they promote Carbondale throughout the valley attracting many visitors to They have created the Rio Grande Artway including two parks and are starting the third one - over 350 people participated in the creation of the parks as well The Colorado Creative Corridor is an effective marketing tool responsible for increasing town tourism; the website has 200 creative businesses listed Creative non-profits in the Creative District provide over 55 local jobs Future projects include: youth art park; business survey; mural express program; gateway to Carbondale; comprehensive calendar of events and affordable  as a large sign at the roundabout  town  as 70 students  housing  Amy noted that with the exception of Community Grants the Creative District has not asked the Town for any funding. Jay noted that the Town leases the Launch Pad to them at a very low rate. The Town also provides in-kind services (labor) to Carbondale Arts. Jay informed the Board that $2,500 in Planning has been budgeted for the Amy told the Board that there will be an Archway dedication on October 6 from 2:00 pm  Creative District. -4:00 pm.  REVIEW DEPARTMENT GOALS AND OBJECTIVES Staff presented their department goals and objectives.  PARKS AND RECREATION Parks and Recreation Administration  Submitted two FMLD mini grants for a park improvement project Working with consultants on an Aquatics Master Plan Continuing Gateway RV Park Improvements  Parks Department  Utilizing the Conservation Trust Fund to replace existing trash cans with bear- Undertake Red Hill Trails Maintenance and Dog Pot Replacements Paint Sopris Park Gazebo and Miners' Park volleyball courts Reconfigure irrigation at North Face Park; New Pump at Hendricks  proof trash cans    Trustee Meeting Minutes September 17, 2019  Page 4  Partially fund a steam weed machine  Recreation Department  Use temp labor for ongoing weed mitigation Improve ball park dugout Purchase towable, mobile stage  Recreation Center  Increase marketing  Analyze programs fess structure ad cost recovery Continue to monitor energy use and production Retrofit doori for ADA accessibility  Swimming Pool  Re-paint and repair facility prior to opening Purchase lounge chairs and replacement cover  Recreation Programming  Continue to offer two ice rinks for public use Continue to host special events  Continue to be involved with the Gar Co Healthy Community Coalition  PUBLIC WORKS/UTILITIES Public Works  Continue landscaping maintenance along Highway 133 Proposing to change seasonal position to full time position Banner replacements, replace holiday lights, add bike racks Undertake drainage improvements, clean drywells Routine maintenance of streets/raisyidewaks infrastructure  Replace and inventory street signs  Waste Water Treatment  Construction of a million gallon/day clarifier Work on reliable electrical supply Continue collection system maintenance    Trustee Meeting Minutes September 17,2019 Water Treatment  Page 5  Expansion of Roaring Fork Treatment Plant  Continue distribution system and ditch system maintenance  Building Department  Adopt 2015 Energy Code Hire third party inspector Maintain certifications  Planning  Proactively review land use applications Continue mapping projects Maintain Planning portion of website  Administration  A3% COLA will be looked at with budget The Salary Survey is budgeted to be updated in 2020 Continue relationship with TRIAD and Employers Council  Finance  Caselle Online is still being reviewed  Continue working with MuniRevs for online sales tax  Police  Public Relations Officer will be working with community group to provide support,  enhance trust and cooperation with the PD Continue extensive training for all police personnel Continue pro-active traffic enforcement Continue to promote and refine wellness program Monitor Carbondale Police Manual Purchase a new hybrid police vehicle for new chief Continue employing a TRIDENT officer  Attempt to formalize the SRO Agreement with the Roaring Fork School District    Trustee Meeting Minutes September 17, 2019 ADJOURMMENT  Page 6  The September 17, 2019, work session adjourned at 9:10 p.m. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on September 24, 2019, at 6:00 p.m.  Dan CAEO SEAL COLORADO  zEs  luk Bx Cathy Derby, Town/Clelks