02.16.2022 BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING

Please see below for a summary of the Board of Trustees meeting that took place on February 16. The Board meets on the first and third Wednesday of the month. Agendas are posted online in advance of every meeting.

Fraser River Sedimentation Presentation

Discussion 

The Town Board received a presentation from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife fisheries biologist about the economic and community impact of fishing in the Fraser River, how open space and riparian areas contribute to the health of the Fraser River and the importance of diverse species to the fisheries' health. In particular, Sculpin distribution is important to fisheries and that can be affected by increased sedimentation. There have been multiple sedimentation events from construction projects and other sources along the Fraser River in recent years.

Middle Park Medical Center Update

Discussion

The Town Board received a presentation from the Middle Park Medical Foundation about the Fraser Medical Campus planned for construction in Fraser. The facility will provide the first 24/7 emergency department in east Grand County and will health care throughout the county by improving local care. It will also provide economic support to the community through job creation and keeping money in the community. The project will primarily be funded through the USDA, and with funding from Middle Park Health and other partners. The Foundation is launching a capital campaign to cover remaining costs. 

Public Hearing: Waldron Minor Subdivision & Conditional Use Permit

Discussion & Action

The Town Board a request from the applicant to continue a public hearing for the Waldron Minor Subdivision and Conditional Use Permit to the April 6 meeting to ensure that neighbors receive notice of the hearing with adequate time to comment.

Ordinance 486: Criminal Penalties

Discussion & Action

The Town Board approved an ordinance reducing the maximum fines in Fraser Municipal Court to $1000 from $2650, to be in alignment with Colorado State Statute.