City Council Study Session Summary 2005 02 22

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February 22, 2005 Study Session Battle of the Bands Rachel Miller explained that the Y AB is planning a Battle of the Bands on May 21, 2005 at the Steinbaugh Pavilion. They are preparing letters to send to businesses, requesting donations, and also to solicit judges for the event. Applications will be available online, as well as in the schools and local businesses. Council member Keany explained that the Y AB is requesting the City's assistance with traffic control, trash, and possibly assigning one or two police officers to assist with crown control. Mayor Sisk suggested approaching a local band to be the final performance for the evening, to help increase attendance. Rachel Miller and Keegan Dougherty have met with Steve Mesple, Wildwood Music, and he has provided tremendous support and suggestions. Have You Given Your Hour? Campaign Rachel Miller explained that the Y AB is trying to encourage youth to volunteer in the community. There is a display at the Recreation Center that contains a 'hand' for each hour that a youth volunteers. There is a perception that youth are 'bad' and 'misbehave' so this program was implemented to change that perception. Y AB Annual Retreat Rachel Miller stated that each fall, youth advisory boards around the state meet in Estes Park for a two-day retreat. This is a team-building activity and is also when the Y AB elects officers and sets their goals for the year. Meeting with other boards helps share ideas on activities and events for the upcoming year. Questions & Comments Council commended the Y AB for their activities and encouraged them to visit other teen centers around the metro area for ideas, programs, etc. It was also suggested that the YAB conduct a survey on how various teen centers are funded. The challenge is to obtain funding for operating costs of the center. Council suggested the Y AB also contact the YMCA for suggestions. Discussion - Cable Franchise Renewal/Public Involvement Mayor Sisk introduced Ken Fellman, the City's consultant for the Comcast Franchise Renewal. .". Ken Fellman provided an overview of the Community Needs Assessment Process. Through the focus group meetings, public meetings, online survey and responses to the random survey just mailed to 1500 residents, the consultant will compile public feedback on Comcast and its services/operations and present to the City Council in late March. He reported that over 250 surveys have been returned to date. This information will be the 2