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Central City Opera and Gilpin Arts give annual reports




The Central City Council meeting was called to order by Mayor Jeremy Fey at 7:08 p.m. on August 2, 2022. In attendance were Mayor Jeremy Fey, Mayor Pro Tem Laratta, Alderman Jeff Aiken, Alderman Kara Tinucci and Alderman Jill Story.

Resolution No. 22-29 approves an Intergovernmental Agreement between Gilpin County Clerk and Recorder and the City of Central regarding the conduct of a Coordinated Election to be held on November 8, 2022. The Council approved the Resolution unanimously.

Central City Opera Report: Pamela A. Pantos, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Central City Opera, addressed Council about the 2022 season. Pantos reported the Opera had to cancel their performances for one week due to a Covid outbreak. There were 33 cases reported from staff and it cost the Opera $200,000. However, the cancellations were necessary to keep everyone safe. The Opera plans on a successful season next year with three full stage productions with a Shakespeare theme including Kiss Me Kate, Romeo and Juliet and Rossini’s Otello. The Opera has applied for five grants for historic properties and just received a $50,000 grant from the State for the Stables venue. The Opera also receives a $25,000 grant from Central City each year.

Gilpin Arts Annual Report: Eric Miller, President of the Gilpin Arts Association, thanked the Council for their continued support. Miller explained they have been putting their financial affairs in order over the past year to maintain their 501(c)(3) status. They held their 75th annual juried show in June that was well attended with 100 tickets sold. The Gilpin Arts Association receives a $25,000 grant from the City each year.

Staff Updates: City Manager Daniel Miera updated the Council on the Opioid Settlement where the staff determined it was more efficient to direct the funds to the region due to the lack of resources they have in treating the problem. He also informed Council he will have a meeting with the casino owners on device fees and will present a Resolution at the next Council meeting on September 6, 2022. Mayor Fey asked Public Works Director Sam Hoover to update Council on the insurance claims with A1 Chipseal. Many cars were damaged with oil from the recent paving on Central City Parkway and were entitled to compensation. Fey had received calls from residents that the insurance company was not being responsive. Hoover stated A1 Chipseal was addressing the situation with the insurance company and he would follow up on it.

Council Comments: Alderman Tinucci thanked everyone who attended the Council meeting and liked seeing the projects around the City. Alderman Aiken commented it was good to see the Opera back at the Opera House after a two year hiatus due to Covid, and he looks forward to next season. Alderman Story congratulated Pamela Pantos on her new position with the Opera and thanked the Public Works Department for their work on the water leak. Mayor Fey congratulated the non-profits of the community. He announced the promoter of the upcoming Knockout Central event on August 6, 2022, pulled out and the event was canceled.

Public Comment: Bron Wright addressed the Council concerning a historic property he purchased and hasn’t been able to start work due to permit delays. He has had to go through many different departments and claimed they don’t communicate with each other which makes the process dysfunctional. He suggested the City Manager review the process and improve it. Jack Hidahl told Council that the City can’t survive with a reputation that it is too difficult for contractors to work in. He suggested the City put together a round table discussion with contractors and homeowners so the staff can hear the complaints directly to resolve the issues. Betty Mahaffey spoke in support of Bron Wright and informed Council he had a goal of finishing his project this summer but that was not going to happen due to the City’s delays. She suggested a mediator between Wright and the City to resolve the issue.

The meeting went into Executive Session at 7:56 p.m.

The next City Council meeting will be at 7 p.m. on August 16, 2022, at Central City Hall, 141 Nevada Street or online. Information can be found on the City website centralcity.colorado. gov/meetings.