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Frisco, CO – The Town of Frisco announced today that it has been approached by developer David O’Neil about locating a Whole Foods Market on the Town’s Interstate Parcel. The parcel is located between Interstate 70 and Lusher Court, west of Safeway and the Summit Stage Transfer Center.

Whole Foods Market is the world’s leader in natural and organic foods, with more than 310 stores in North America and the United Kingdom. Whole Foods has been on Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” list for the last 15 years and is well known for its involvement in the local communities it serves.

Mayor Bill Pelham said Town Council is excited about the prospects for a Whole Foods Market and views it as a great opportunity.  Public process will begin with a community dialogue and open house hosted by the Town on Tuesday, February 7^th. 

David O’Neil is well known to locals.   In 1998 he began development of the Wellington Neighborhood, a deed restricted locals neighborhood in Breckenridge.  More recently, he led the team that was selected to build Frisco’s Peak One Neighborhood, a traditional neighborhood located in Frisco. 

O’Neil described Whole Foods as the crown jewel of national retailers and “definitely worthy of the community’s serious consideration.” 

The open house will be held at the Frisco Town Hall.  In an effort to provide all community members an opportunity for input, there will be three sessions for community dialogue on February 7^th : a coffee session from 7:30 – 9:00am; a mid-day session from noon to 1:30pm; and, an after hours session from 5:30 – 7:00pm.  For more information on the open house events, contact Jocelyn Mills at Jocelynm@townoffrisco.com or (970) 668-9130. 

About Whole Foods Market

Founded in 1980 in Austin, Texas, Whole Foods Market (wholefoodsmarket.com, NASDAQ: WFM), is the leading natural and organic food retailer. As America’s first national certified organic grocer, Whole Foods Market was named “America’s Healthiest Grocery Store” by Health magazine. The company’s motto, “Whole Foods, Whole People, Whole Planet”™ captures its mission to ensure customer satisfaction and health, Team Member excellence and happiness, enhanced shareholder value, community support and environmental improvement. Thanks to the company’s more than 65,000 Team Members, Whole Foods Market has been ranked as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” in America by FORTUNE magazine for 15 consecutive years. In fiscal year 2011, the company had sales of more than $10 billion and currently has more than 310 stores in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.

About David O’Neil

Mr. O’Neil is founder of local companies Peak One Neighborhood, LLC, Wellington Neighborhood, LLC and Traditional Neighborhood Builders, Inc.    Previously, Mr. O’Neil was a partner in Eighth & Pearl, LLC, developer of the Eighth & Pearl Shops and Residences in Boulder, winner of the Congress of New Urbanism’s prestigious Charter Award.    Other awards include: EPA National Award for Smart Growth Achievement; Metropolitan Homes Design 100; and Sunset Magazine Merit Award.   A Denver Post editorial declared one of his projects, “a model for the entire state”.  Mr. O’Neil has been involved in several public private partnerships and has spoken on housing and public/private partnerships at numerous conferences, including Conservation Based Affordable Housing, American Planning Association National Convention, San Antonio, 2006; Land Conservation and Affordable Housing, Green Build International Conference and Expo, Chicago, 2007; and National Continuing Legal Education Conference, Snowmass, 2012.   Mr. O’Neil and his wife Ann have a 20 year old daughter and an 18 year old son. They own a home in the Wellington Neighborhood. 

Contact Theresa Paul
Town of Frisco
theresap@townoffrisco.com
PO Box 4100
Frisco, CO 80443
(970) 668-5276 ext. 3028

The Town of Frisco has been partnering with High Country Conservation and the Governor’s Energy Office since 2009 through the Clean Tracks program.  The overall mission of Clean Tracks is for Frisco to become a model mountain community committed to clean energy solutions, economic vitality, and environmental stewardship through: action, education, and inspiration. Businesses that join the program are provided with free energy and waste assessments, money for energy and waste improvements, public recognition and networking opportunities.

Several Frisco businesses participated in the Clean Tracks Business Program in 2011: Alpine Market and Deli, Backcountry Brewery, Gatherhouse, Maximum Comfort Pool and Spa, Medical Marijuana of the Rockies, Podium Sports, Rivers Clothing Company, Rocky Mountain Coffee Roasters, Shoe Inn Boutique, Winter Properties/Buyers Resource, and the Woods Inn.  These businesses saved money through reduced energy usage and reduced waste, as well as reduced their overall carbon emissions. To sign up, learn more about the program and read about business success stories, please visit: http://www.friscogov.com/government/clean-tracks or www.highcountryconservation.org.

Stefan Chatwin – Mr. Chatwin currently works as City Administrator for the City of Hayden, ID. He has 10 years of experience with municipal government organizations. He served as the City Manager for Santaquin City in Utah for four years and also served as Director of Community Services in Ogden City, Utah.  He has a Bachelor’s of Arts in International Relations from Brigham Young University and is currently finishing a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix, Salt Lake City.

Edward Dickie – Mr. Dickie is currently the City Manager for North Ogden, Utah. He also served as the Assistant City Manager/Administrative Services Director for Ivins City UT.  He has over 17 years of experience working in city and county government.  He has a Bachelor’s Degree in geography and Earth Resources from Utah State University, a Graduate certificate in Resource Analysis/GIS from St. Mary’s University in Minnesota and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration/Public Management from the University of Nebraska.

Bill Efting – Mr. Efting is currently the City Administrator for the City of Dacono, CO. He has served as Town Manager in both Avon and Basalt. He has a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of South Dakota as well as a Master of Arts degree. He has 25 years of municipal experience and has belonged to several Colorado government organizations.

Seth Hoffman – Mr. Hoffman is currently the Assistant City manager and Director of Economic Development in the City of Lone Tree, CO. He has ten years of municipal experience. He has a Bachelor’s of Science in Journalism from the University of Kansas as well as a Masters in Public Administration. He is currently a member of the International City Management Association.

Jason Wells – Mr. Wells is currently the Town Administrator for Silverton, CO. He has also served as Town Manager in Ophir, CO. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from the University of Colorado, a Juris Doctor from the University Of Denver College Of Law and a Master of Public Administration from the University of Colorado at Denver. He is also currently a member of the Colorado City and County Management Association and a member of the Colorado Bar Association.

Brett Klein – Mr. Klein is currently the Village Administrator and Clerk for the Village of Clinton, WI. He has also served as the City Administrator for the City of Hillsboro, WI and the Deputy Chief for the Lake County Sheriff’s Office in Waukegan, IL. He has 17 years of experience working in the public sector. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Political Studies from Northeastern Illinois University; a Master’s of Science degree in Public Services Management from DePaul University and is a Certified Public Manager (C.P.M.).

Contact Theresa Paul

Town of Frisco

theresap@townoffrisco.com

PO Box 4100

Frisco, CO 80443

(970) 668-5276 ext. 3028

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The Town of Frisco will be hosting a budget open house on Wednesday October 5th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Town Hall.  The intent of the budget open house will be to answer general budgetary questions and to show the public how they can get involved. Information will be provided about how the Town plans the budget for the upcoming year, where revenues come from and how the money is spent. The open house is one of many steps the Town is taking in order to improve public knowledge and involvement in the annual budgeting process. 

In addition to the open house, the Town launched a new budget microsite on Friday, September 30. There are featured videos from department heads describing the functions of their department and how they plan their budget.  As well there is information on the budget process and how citizens can get involved. Citizens can ask specific questions about the details of the 2012 budget and can vote on policy questions. Feedback from the site will be presented to Council.

Citizens also are encouraged to come to the Council budget worksession where they will be able to provide input to the Council on the draft 2012 budget.  For details on when these events will be taking place you can view the budget calendar online at www.friscogov.com/budgetsite/

To vote on policy questions and learn more about the budget process click here.

To view the 2012 draft budget documents please click here.

Download the 2012 Towns Grant Application here

The Grant Application can be emailed to theresap@townoffrisco.com

Requests for the application and guidelines or any questions can be addressed to:

 Town of Frisco            Theresa Paul              (970) 668-9126

Please note the application submission deadline of Friday, August 26, 2011 at 12:00 noon!!

 The first component will provide a breakdown of the budget process, the different departments that make up the Town and the different funds that make up the budget.  It will explain where the funds for the Town come from and how they are allocated for the year.  There will be featured videos from department heads describing the functions of their department and how they plan their budget.  As well there will be information on the budget process and how citizens can get involved.  This addition is where citizens can ask specific questions about the details of the budget.

 The other component will provide information on the specific policy questions that are presented to council for the 2012 budget and will offer the ability for citizens to convey their thoughts electronically.  Citizens will have the option to email questions or comments on specific policy questions as well as vote for, or against, a policy question.

 The objective of this new site is to allow for more public participation throughout the budget process and to create a greater level of transparency.  The site will be up and running by early September.

 In addition to the new website functions, the Town will be holding a Budget Open House for citizens to come and learn more about the details of Frisco’s annual budget; where the money comes from, and where it goes.  The intent of the Budget Open House will be to answer general budgetary questions the public may have.

 Citizens are also encouraged to come to the Council Budget worksession where they will be able to ask questions and provide feedback to the Council on policy questions.  The worksession will not be a place for general budget discussions, but is intended to allow for citizens to comment specifically on the policy questions.  For details on when these events will be taking place you can view the budget calendar online at friscogov.com/budget.

FRISCO, COLORADO – The suspect in the Frisco Historic Park burglary was arrested this past Sunday, July 31st by Thornton Police in Adams County. He was arrested on the burglary warrant issued by the Frisco Police Department on July 21st.  The suspect was transferred from Adams County to the Summit County Jail in Breckenridge this afternoon and is currently awaiting court proceedings.  

 The suspect in custody is Tony Bana.  He is known to live and work in both the Front Range area and in Summit County.  No court dates have been set and he has not currently posted bond.

 The incident at the Ruth House occurred on the morning of June 19, 2011. Responders quickly put out the fire and were able to save a majority of the exterior structure of the building. The ensuing investigation resulted in the discovery of several missing items and suspected arson.

Frisco Police Issue an Arrest Warrant for Suspect in Historic Park Burglary

FRISCO, COLORADO – The Frisco Police Department has issued an arrest warrant for Anthony “Tony” Bana for the charges of burglary and theft in response to their combined investigation with Lake Dillon Fire Department in the burglary and fire that occurred at the Ruth House at the Frisco Historic Park.  Arson charges are still under review. 

 The fire at the Ruth House occurred on the morning of June 19, 2011. Responders quickly put out the fire and were able to save a majority of the exterior structure of the building. The ensuing investigation resulted in the discovery of several missing items and suspected arson.

 The suspect Tony Bana is a 34 year-old white male, 5’ 7” tall, 165 lbs with brown hair and brown eyes.  He drives a white Ford Explorer with CO plate 574-VWD.  He is known to live and work in both the Front Range areas and in Summit County.  If you have any information about Tony Bana’s whereabouts, please contact the Frisco Police Department at 970-668-3579 or the agency closest to you.  Do no attempt to take the suspect into custody yourself.

Contact Theresa Paul
Town of Frisco
theresap@townoffrisco.com
PO Box 4100
Frisco, CO 80443
Office: (970) 668-5276 ext. 3028

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