HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-09-03 Agenda and Supporting Documentation Town Council Afternoon Meeting1.Call to Order (12:30pm)
2.Presentation/Discussion (12:30pm)
2.1 Civic Area Update (12:30pm)45 min.
Staff requests the Vail Town Council review the presentation
and provide input on the preferred option for the municipal site
and next steps. Possible next steps could include refining the
cost and revenue projections and drafting an RFP for release.
Presenter(s): Matt Gennett, Director of Community
Development
Background: The project team will present the refined version
of the preferred option for the municipal site and an economic
analysis with preliminary cost and revenue projections based
on the conceptual program of this option. The presentation
includes a summary of the input gathered from meetings with
the Civic Area Taskforce and the larger community held during
the past month. The team will ask the Council for their input on
the information presented and direction on possible next steps.
2.2 Dobson Arena Update (1:15pm)75 min.
Listen to presentation and provide feedback.
Presenter(s): Greg Hall, Director of Public Works and
Transportation
Background: Provide the Town Council with an update on the
Dobson Arena Remodel Project and next steps.
3.DRB/PEC (2:30pm)
3.1 DRB/PEC Update (5 min.)
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
Afternoon Session Agenda
Town Council Chambers and virtually by Zoom.
Zoom Meeting Link: https://vail.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_05DLR1kDQBOX8fwKBHS-lg
12:30 PM September 3, 2024
Notes:
Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine what time
Council will consider an item.
Civic Area Follow-up Memo
Civic Area Council Update Presentation
Public Comment
Dobson_Update_240903_Final
Dobson Arena Town Council Slide Deck 9.03.24 Final
DRB Results 8-21-24
PEC Results 8-26-24
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4.Information Update (2:35pm)
4.1 July 23, 2024 VLHA Meeting Minutes
4.2 July 24, 2024 VLHA Special Meeting Minutes
4.3 August 13, 2024 VLHA Meeting Minutes
4.4 August 2024 Revenue Update
4.5 2024 2nd Quarter Investments Report
5.Matters from Mayor, Council, Town Manager and Committee Reports (2:35pm)
5.1 Matters from Mayor, Town Council and Committees (15
min.)
5.2 Town Manager Report (5 min.)
5.3 Council Matters and Status Update
6.Executive Session (2:55pm)
(90 min.) Executive Session pursuant to:
1. C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(a) - to consider the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer or sale of
any real, personal or other property interest, §24-6-402(4)(e) to determine positions
relative to matters that may be subject to negotiations, develop a strategy for
negotiations and instruct negotiators and on the topics of: 1. Potential Real Property
Acquisitions by the Town; and 2. The Second Amended and Restated Development
Agreement between the Town of Vail and Triumph Timber Ridge LLC, dated July 26,
2024;
and
2. C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b) to hold a conference with the Town Attorney, to receive legal
advice on specific legal questions and C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(e) to determine positions
relative to matters that may be subject to negotiations, develop a strategy for
negotiations and instruct negotiators and on the topic of a certain Lease Agreement
between the Town of Vail and the Vail Park and Recreation District, dated July 18,
2008.
7.Recess 4:25pm (estimate)
2024-07-23_VLHA_Minutes
2024-07-24_VLHA_Special_Meeting_Minutes
2024-08-13_VLHA_Minutes
August 2024 Revenue Update
240630__Investments
240903 Matters
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 2.1
Item Cover Page
DATE:September 3, 2024
TIME:45 min.
SUBMITTED BY:Greg Roy, Community Development
ITEM TYPE:Presentation/Discussion
AGENDA SECTION:Presentation/Discussion (12:30pm)
SUBJECT:Civic Area Update (12:30pm)
SUGGESTED ACTION:Staff requests the Vail Town Council review the presentation and
provide input on the preferred option for the municipal site and next
steps. Possible next steps could include refining the cost and revenue
projections and drafting an RFP for release.
PRESENTER(S):Matt Gennett, Director of Community Development
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
Civic Area Follow-up Memo
Civic Area Council Update Presentation
Public Comment
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To: Vail Town Council
From: Community Development Department
Date: September 3, 2024
Subject: Vail Civic Plan Area Implementation Phase 2 – Update – Presentation/Discussion
I. Summary
The project team will present the refined version of the preferred option for the municipal site and
an economic analysis with preliminary cost and revenue projections based on the conceptual
program of this option. The presentation includes a summary of the input gathered from meetings
with the Civic Area Taskforce and the larger community held during the past month. The team will
ask the Council for their input on the information presented and direction on possible next steps.
II. Background
The 2018/2019 Vail Civic Area Plan was adopted in November 2019.
On October 17, 2023, the Vail Town Council authorized the Town Manager to enter into an
agreement for contract of services approved by the town attorney with Design Workshop for Phase
2 implementation of the 2019 Civic Area Plan via the Vail Civic Area Spatial, Architectural
Programming, and Economic Analysis.
On January 18, 2024, the project team held the first meeting of the Civic Area Taskforce and three
additional meetings of the taskforce have been convened to date.
At the May 21, 2024, Vail Town Council meeting, staff and the consultant team provided Council
with an update on the work performed to date for the Vail Civic Area Plan Spatial, Architectural
Programming, and Economic Analysis project. During the presentation and discussion, Council
provided the project team with the following feedback:
• Prioritize replacement of municipal offices and redevelopment of the municipal site.
o Municipal offices should redevelop on the municipal site with a portion of the site reserved
for private partnerships.
o The civic hub site and public works site may play a role while the municipal site is
undergoing redevelopment.
• Hold off on additional programming studies for the civic hub site until topics requiring action
can be clarified and community needs confirmed to establish consensus on a vision.
• Spatial and programming studies of all three sites is too large in scope for this implementation
project. Make recommendations to consider strategies on the other two sites to preserve
flexibility in the future.
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• Redevelopment of the Lionshead Parking Structure should be part of a future civic hub
discussion.
Since the May 21st Council meeting, the project team modified the original scope of work for the
project to focus on the programming options for the municipal site as the top priority.
On July 2, 2024, the team presented the current preferred option for programming on the municipal
site and asked council for their input and feedback to incorporate into a refined preferred option.
On August 5, 2024, the project team presented the refined preferred option to the taskforce, and
on August 7, 2024, the team presented the same materials to the community at an open
house/workshop, soliciting feedback from both groups for incorporation into the project.
III. Action Requested of Council
Staff requests the Vail Town Council review the presentation and provide input on the
preferred option for the municipal site and next steps. Possible next steps could include
refining the cost and revenue projections and drafting an RFP for release.
IV. Attachments
A. Revised Presentation – Vail Civic Area Implementation Plan: Spatial,
Architectural Programming, and Economic Analysis, September 3, 2024
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SPATIAL, ARCHITECTURAL PROGRAMMING, AND
ECONOMIC ANALYSIS
TOWN OF VAIL | SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
VAIL CIVIC AREA
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
COUNCIL UPDATE
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VAIL CIVIC AREA PLAN | 2018 - 2019
Vail’s Civic Area | 31
Images depict how the South Frontage Road could be re-located and massing
studies for the potential pre-development of the Municipal Building Site.
Municipal Building Site
Vail’s Civic Area | 27
Six key sites – Vail Public Library, Lot 10,
Middle Creek Parcel, Dobson Ice Arena,
Lionshead Parking Structure and Charter
Bus Lot comprise the Civic Hub. While
this area currently includes a number of
important community assets, it has great
potential to become a more cohesive, vibrant
activity center. With the development
potential afforded by the Charter Bus Lot,
the Civic Hub presents the opportunity
for Vail to implement change that will be
transformational for the community.
Public Places and Connectivity
Buildings will be instrumental to the success
of the Civic Area, but the public outdoor
spaces and connectivity between buildings
and outdoor spaces are critical to creating
the “place”. Outdoor spaces and safe,
efficient, enjoyable connectivity is essential
to the success of the Civic Area. Improving
connectivity between the Civic Hub and
the Municipal Building Site, the connectivity
between buildings and uses within the Civic
Hub and connectivity with the Civic Hub to
Vail Village and Lionshead are discussed
below.
Civic Hub
Municipal Building Site
Vail’s Civic Area | 55
COUNCIL UPDATE
V ail ’s M unicipal B uilding s ite
Address an aging structure by demolishing and replacing
the buildings on site to work with all or some existing
town operations to allow for a development opportunity
that will allow for other uses.
a place for co MM unity
By creating multi-use spaces that are complimentary
to Vail and Lionshead to allow for culture, commerce,
athletics, and education for the community to engage in.
the outdoors and nature
Foster outdoor gatherings by creating public spaces that
integrate indoor spaces with the outdoors that allow for
public art and streets as parks with safety in mind.
sustaina B ility
Enhance economic vitality and environmental stewardship
by creating partnerships with the private sector, creating
more workforce housing and incorporating renewable
resources in construction of new buildings.
building upon the civic
area plan goals
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VAIL TOWN BOUNDARY
GORE CREEK
PUBLIC WORKS SITE
VAIL
VILLAGE CENTER
VAIL VILLAGE PARKING
VAIL FIRE AND
EMERGENCY SERVICES
MUNICIPAL SITE
THE RESIDENCE AT MAIN VAIL
72 UNITS PUBLIC WORKS SITE
VAIL HEALTH
DISTRICTCIVIC HUB SITE
EVERGREEN LODGE
WEST MIDDLE CREEK 250-275 UNITSWEST VAIL HOUSING
(2.1 MILES AWAY)
48 UNITS
EVER VAIL
POTENTIAL REDEVELOPMENT
LIONSHEAD
VILLAGE PARKING
VAIL CIVIC AREA | PUBLIC AND PRIVATE INVESTMENT IN THE CIVIC AREA
TIMBER RIDGE II
(1.4 MILES AWAY)
293 UNITS
LIONS RIDGE
(1.4 MILES AWAY)
113 UNITS
Municipal Site
Local’s Housing
Expected Redevelopment Projects
Study Area
legend
COUNCIL UPDATE 9
VAIL COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
VAIL POLICE DEPARTMENT
MUNICIPAL COURT AND
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECYCLE CENTER
VAIL HEALTH HOSPITAL
EVERGREEN
LODGE AT VAIL
PUBLIC
ACCOMMODATION
COMMERCIAL
SERVICE CENTER
HIGH DENSITY
MULTIPLE
FAMILY
GENERAL USE
• Demolish and replace all
portions of existing building to
improve structure.
• Re-configure all existing
town operations to create
development parcel for mixed-
use and workforce housing.
• Integrate site with the rest of
town.
B ig ideas
VAIL CIVIC AREA | EXISTING CONDITIONS
COUNCIL UPDATE
M unicipal site
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S FRONTAGE RD W
INTERS
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55,000-70,000
SQ. FT.30’ HEIGHT
RESTRICTION
municipal site : 180,000 sq . ft . - 210,000 sq . ft .
FLIGH
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+/- 68’ HEIGHT LIMIT
55,000 - 70,000 SQ. FT.
125,000 - 140,000 SITE SQ. FT.
FLIGHT PATH
+/- 140,000 SQ. FT.
+/- 140,000 SQ. FT.
legend
VAIL CIVIC AREA | ADVANCE THE BUILDING
Existing / All of Town Services
Existing Buildings
Proposed / Town Development Program
future town space needs
58,900 SQ. FT.
buildout potential for the municipal site .
+/-210,000 SQ. FT.
existing
44,900 sq . ft .
+=proposed
14,000 sq . ft . total town of vail space needs
58,900 sq . ft .
MUNICIPAL OFFICES
14,900 SF
MUNICIPAL OFFICES
5,000 SF 20,000 SF
POLICE
30,000 SF
POLICE
9,000 SF 39,000 SF
COUNCIL UPDATE 11
existing - 44,900 sq . ft . +=proposed - 14,000 sq . ft . total town of vail space needs
- 58,900 sq . ft .
VAIL CIVIC AREA | EVALUATING THE TOWN’S SPACE NEEDS
MUNICIPAL OFFICES
14,900 SF
MUNICIPAL OFFICES
5,000 SF
20,000 SF
POLICE
30,000 SF
POLICE
9,000 SF 39,000 SF
COUNCIL UPDATE 12
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INTERS
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55,000-70,000
SQ. FT.30’ HEIGHT
RESTRICTION
municipal site : 180,000 sq . ft . - 210,000 sq . ft .
FLIGH
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P
A
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H
+/- 68’ HEIGHT LIMIT
55,000 - 70,000 SQ. FT.
125,000 - 140,000 SITE SQ. FT.
FLIGHT PATH
+/- 140,000 SQ. FT.
+/- 140,000 SQ. FT.
legend
VAIL CIVIC AREA | ADVANCE THE BUILDING
Existing / All of Town Services
Existing Buildings
Proposed / Town Development Program
future town space needs
58,900 SQ. FT.
buildout potential for the municipal site .
+/-210,000 SQ. FT.
COUNCIL UPDATE 13
municipal site
KEY THEMES
Provide a multi-purposed
place for flexibility that
addresses a number of
local needs.
l i V ing r oo M
Create a gathering place
for locals that is inviting to
visitors.
p rioritize l ocals
Organize key
representatives of town
departments in the
core. Utilize the public
works site for less visible
positions.
K eep s taff V isi B le
Create civic spaces which
engage with the outdoors
and broader views.
c onnect to n ature
+/- 68’ HEIGHT LIMIT
55,000 - 70,000 SQ. FT.
125,000 - 140,000 SITE SQ. FT.
FLIGHT PATH
+/- 140,000 SQ. FT.
VAIL CIVIC AREA | CIVIC TASK FORCE INPUT
COUNCIL UPDATE 14
VAIL CIVIC AREA | MUNICIPAL SITE: BIG IDEAS AND ASSUMPTIONS
COUNCIL UPDATE
esta B lish
a project gateway
along east side
of property
– no building
development east
of police station
direct
pedestrian energy
to west edge
through Evergeen
site to Lot 10 and
to east edge of
property into Vail
Village
goals
B ury
all parking – except
short-term / drop-
off uses
articulate
building massing into stepped
vertical bays to articulate and
reduce monolithic / linear
massing
push
to the extent possible, all
building massing to the northern
edge of property at west
roundabout to maintain open
space and create a community
“front porch” for potential
community/civic uses
acti Vate
the ground floor along South
Frontage Road with articulated
building massing, fenestration,
landscaping and non-residential
uses
screen
all services
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VAIL CIVIC AREA | MUNICIPAL SITE: COMPARISON
142,400 gsf
20,000 sf Municipal Offices
19,700 sf Police
5,000 sf Police gym
town program
potential sellable development
all acres sellable
1.38 acres
potential sellable development
all acres sellable
town program
all acres sellable
226,000 total gsf
2.03 acres
1.55 acres
19,500 sf Municipal Offices
13,000 sf Public Program
158,100 total gsf
44,700 gsf
total
total
145,100 sf
potential sellable development
COUNCIL UPDATE 16
option 1 - hub as community ’s living roomVAIL CIVIC AREA | MUNICIPAL SITE: ALTERNATIVE ONE
142,400 sf
21,500 sf Municipal Offices
21,500 sf VPD
6,000 sf Public Assembly Spaces /
Council Chambers
49,000 sf
13,500 sf Parking Level 1 - Police-Only
19,500 sf Parking Level 2 - Public
option a
town program
potential sellable development
all acres sellable
1.38 acres
p otential s ellable l and
COUNCIL UPDATE 17
VAIL CIVIC AREA | MUNICIPAL SITE: OPTION ‘A’ REDEVELOPED
community workshop 18
Police onlyPolice only
PublicPublic Residential
SITE VEHICLE ACCESS
community workshop 19
PROGRAM MASSING
community workshop 20
Police
MuniMuni
Chambers/meeting
Municipal Offices
Police
Chambers/meeting
21,500 sf
21,500 sf
6,000 sf
49,000 sf
PROGRAM MASSING
Police only parking
Public parking
(aprox 45 stalls)
13,500 sf
19,500 sf
community workshop 21
SIMPLE MASSING
community workshop 22
ARTICULATED MASS - AXON FROM THE SOUTHWEST
community workshop 23
SOUTHERN ROOF SPACE & COUNCIL CHAMBERS
community workshop 24
ENTRANCE
community workshop 25
APPROXIMATED VIEW OUT OF 5TH FLOOR SW FACING MEETING SPACE
(NOT SHOWING BUILDINGS IMMEDIATELY TO THE SW)
community workshop
APPROXIMATED VIEW OUT OF 5TH FLOOR SW FACING MEETING SPACE
community workshop 26
VAIL CIVIC AREA | AUGUST 7TH COMMUNITY WORKSHOP INPUT
REAL ESTATE /
HOUSING
CHAMBERS / PUBLIC
MEETING SPACE
PUBLIC
ACCOMMODATION
COMMERCIAL
SERVICE CENTER
HIGH DENSITY
MULTIPLE
FAMILY
20 40 80
MUNICIPAL OFFICES
AND ROOFTOP DECK
POLICE OFFICES
ARRIVAL GATHERING
SPACE
COMMUNITY LAWN
Community development should include
housing. Careful consideration should
be taken in planning for increased traffic
due to new development.
H OU s IN g
I-70PARKING
PARKING ACCESS
Redevelopment of City offices should
include a public benefit beyond new
staff offices. Council Chambers should
be multi-purposed with a 300-seat event
space.
DE v ELOP m ENT f O r PU b LIC b ENE f IT
PU b LIC /P r I vATE PA r TNE rs HIP -
TO w N O w NED LAND
f UTU r E DE v ELOP m ENT
DETAIL s TO CON s IDE r
- Library staff parking
- Shading of interstate I-70
- Community events center with capacity for
300 seat event
- Helicopter flight path proximity
- Maximize private development
- Allow for connections to occur to the area
as a whole
3 CON s I s TENT INPUT THE m E s
The Town of Vail should consider loaning
the land to build municipal offices
instead of residential development due
to concerns about losing the land in the
future.
COUNCIL UPDATE 27
VAIL CIVIC AREA | MUNICIPAL SITE: FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
COUNCIL UPDATE 28
VAIL CIVIC AREA | MUNICIPAL SITE PROGRAMMING
COUNCIL UPDATE 29
VAIL CIVIC AREA | REVENUE
COUNCIL UPDATE 30
VAIL CIVIC AREA | EXPENDITURES
COUNCIL UPDATE 31
VAIL CIVIC AREA | NET CONDITIONS
COUNCIL UPDATE 32
VAIL CIVIC AREA | CURRENT ANALYSIS
COUNCIL UPDATE 33
STEP 1:
THANK YOU!
STEP 2:
STEP 3:
STEP 4:
STEP 5:
VAIL CIVIC AREA | NEXT STEPS
Provide a context presentation to the Civic Task Force describing the
existing physical and land use conditions of the civic hub, municipal site
and public works site as well as opportunities and constraints of program
development scenarios.
Summarize Civic Task Force input from previous meeting and present
updated program development scenarios.
Refine the preferred programming option for the municipal site in
response to further input from Council during today’s discussion.
Hold public engagement workshops to identify the highest priority needs
of the community and share concepts for the municipal site.
Review implementation plan recommendations with council.
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Vail has a 62-year history of working together to create a remarkable place to
live, work and play. Currently, we have 1000 affordable housing units in
process; we work hard to expand transportation for locals and workers ; we
have continuously improved play facilities for outdoor sports; and we have
approved remodeling our indoor ice arena.
The only thing Vail doesn’t have that other mountain towns and vibrant
communities have is a Cultural Center with spaces that provide for artistic
expression, education, entertainment, gathering places to explore new ideas,
meet friends, and hold community events, workshops and performances to
enrich the lives of our residents and workforce.
A community that invests in culture and appropriate facilities cultivates a
dynamic environment for locals to thrive, connect and innovate.
So, to continue the evolution of this amazing town, it is essential we build
facilities that bind us together and promote activities that lead to a more
complete and harmonious community.
Thus, I suggest we look at the Civic Plan as an opportunity to invest in the
future for all citizens, workers and visitors. We may need to do it in phases, but
it is imperative that we look at it in its entirety so we can set priorities. The goal
is to create a community hub that enriches our lives, Yes! Facilities that
continue to improve our opportunities and quality of life!
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 2.2
Item Cover Page
DATE:September 3, 2024
TIME:75 min.
SUBMITTED BY:Stephanie Bibbens, Town Manager
ITEM TYPE:Presentation/Discussion
AGENDA SECTION:Presentation/Discussion (12:30pm)
SUBJECT:Dobson Arena Update (1:15pm)
SUGGESTED ACTION:Listen to presentation and provide feedback.
PRESENTER(S):Greg Hall, Director of Public Works and Transportation
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
Dobson_Update_240903_Final
Dobson Arena Town Council Slide Deck 9.03.24 Final
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TO: Vail Town Council
FROM: Greg Hall, Director of Public Works, and Transportation
Dobson Project Team and Owner’s Representative
DATE: September 3, 2024
SUBJECT: Dobson Arena Remodel Project Update and Owner’s Planning and Environmental
Commission(PEC) and Design Review Board application(DRB) approval
I. SUMMARY
•Provide the Town Council with an update of the design progress,
construction cost trending, and planned schedule.
•Provide Town Council (as owner of the project) with a review of the design
and program developed and permission to submit a Conditional Use permit
application to the Planning and Environmental Commission and Design
Review Board.
•Update the Town Council on the next steps regarding the project.
II. BACKGROUND
On July 18, 2023, at a joint meeting of the Vail Recreation District (VRD) and Vail Town
Council discussed project design elements, budget and funding. The project team and staff
returned to the Vail Town Council on August 4 to address concerns as well as provide
solutions to issues raised at the earlier meeting.
On August 4, 2023, the Vail Town Council directed staff regarding the program elements
and components of the conceptual design of the Dobson Arena Project and set an overall
project budget of $55,391,124.
On August 18, 2023, the Vail Town Council awarded a design contract to Populous
Architects for the Dobson Arena Remodel project. The first phase of the design scope was
to build the conceptual design program into a schematic design package for the project.
On October 18, 2023, the Town of Vail issued a Request for Qualifications for Construction
Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC) services for the Dobson Arena Remodel Project.
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By November 17, 2023, the Town shortlisted the RFQ responders to four General
Contractors:
• Mortenson
• Hyder- McHugh
• Saunders
• GE Johnson
The design team, owners’ representative team, and staff from the Vail Recreation District
and the Town spent three months to build out the design as part of the schematic design
process.
On November 21, the design team presented a detailed review of the proposed schematic
design package to the Vail Recreation District/Town of Vail Recreation Subcommittee. The
Subcommittee, including two Town Council members and two Vail Recreation Board
members, agreed the project was delivering on what was approved at a conceptual level.
On December 5, 2023, the team confirmed that the schematic design was in alignment
with the goals of the design objectives outlined at conceptual level and received approval
to issue a Request for Proposal to the four shortlisted General Contractors regarding
providing CM/GC services for the Dobson Arena Remodel Project as presented in the
Schematic Design update.
On December 11, 2023, the project team released the RFP which included an extensive
schematic design package vetted over three days by the town, VRD, the design team and
the owners’ representative to the three remaining General Contractors.
On January 30, 2024, the general contractors submitted the detailed responses to the RFP
including comprehensive schedules, staffing matrices, general and indirect costs
breakdowns, General Contractor Fees and an initial GMP budget based on the schematic
design package. An evaluation team then rated each RFP based on agreed-upon criteria.
The evaluation team was made up of members of the design team, VRD staff, town staff,
and the owners’ representative Cumming Group.
On February 20, 2024, the three contractors then participated in 2-hour interviews with the
evaluation team and were rated on the interview portion of the process.
On March 5, 2024, the team presented the results of the competitive process of hiring a
General Contractor, Hyder/McHugh. At that time, the project budget came in significantly
over budget; $76M versus an available budget of $55,391,000. In response, the team
presented multiple program options to Council, seeking feedback on the preferred path
forward. Council then asked that this team narrow down to three main options: a “repair
and refresh” of Dobson as it is today; an enhanced program that scales up to the available
budget; and an enhanced program that included a raised (new) roof structure.
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On June 5th, the team presented those project options at a joint meeting of the Vail Town
Council and Vail Recreation Board. After presentation and discussion, an option (B) was
selected, and the design team was approved to move to the Design Development and
entitlement process based on the program elements and budget. Option B as described
below was submitted with two distinct alternates to carry for pricing and entitlement.
Option B budget remained at the $55.4 M previously approved by Town Council.
On August 20th, the recreation subcommittee reviewed the progress of the project design,
project parameters and costing trends and provided feedback to project team.
III. APPROVED DESIGN PROGRAM COMPONENTS
Option B – Recommended Program within Targeted Budget of $55.4 M as Approved at
the June 5th Town Council meeting.
•Reinforced Roof – Keeps the Dobson look
•Refreshed locker rooms with expansion, providing an equitable solution
•Expanded South Lobby & New West Entry
•Sets the Stage for the Civic Area Master Plan
•Full Replacement of mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
•Updated building envelope will reduce operating costs
•Resolves ADA access
•Improved experienced with Lounge, Concessions and Bathrooms
•Exterior and Interior Refreshed
•Enhanced Flexibility for Events
•Restrooms designed for a Max Hockey Event
•Alternate option for North Bathrooms to be priced
•Storage and back-of-house improvements
The above proposed option has been vetted and reviewed by the VRD and TOV,
with excitement for the proposed amenities that will enhance the user experience
for those who use the arena on a daily basis, as well as the attendees of the many
games, concerts, corporate and special events to be hosted there.
IV. APPROVED DESIGN UPDATES
The project design team has completed 50% Design Development drawings. The
50 % Design Development drawings have been provided to the contractor and
will continue to be reviewed in detail by the project team over the next couple of
weeks. The 50% design development set also establishes the basis for the
entitlement process. This includes a Conditional Use for the Dobson changes
and then a Design Review board submittal. This session will focus
specifically on both application elements.
The application outlines the project changes to the building and the site for review
by the PEC based on the code review criteria. The zoning of the Dobson site is
General Use, and as such, the typical development design elements of setbacks,
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height, site coverage are not prescriptive but established specifically by the
Planning and Environmental commission in their review and approval.
Building Capacity and Program
The Applicants team has developed and refined an expanded program based on
discussions with AEG promoters and a site visit to their 3,950 capacity Mission
Ballroom venue in Denver. The collected feedback provided additional input on
event arrival sequencing and egressing of occupants, customer experience
enhancements including upgraded ventilation and bathrooms, rigging capacity
and feedback on concessions and vending. With this information, the design was
refined to achieve a standing room capacity of 2,400 occupants on the arena floor
level versus the previously proposed 2,000. The capacity for ice service events
remains at 1,400 spectators. The overall capacity was increased to 2,240 based
on the current approved budget and the opportunity to increase total capacity to
3,500 was made possible through the development of an alternate to add north
bathrooms. This design was driven by two major factors: (1) additional required
ventilation and restroom requirements per occupant load (2) and updating the life
safety performance of the facility. Our team has reviewed the occupant layout for
performances and confirmed the performance layout options provide adequate
flexibility for shows of various types all the way up to the maximum occupancy
allowed. The updated budget below provides a summary of the two scenarios.
Site Plan
The site plan has been refined to provide the design intent and limits of
improvements. The introduction of bollards to delineate and provide an area that
can be secured during events has been added. The bollards also provide a level
of security from a potential vehicular assault on the crowd.
Parking Plan
The existing capacity of Dobson is 2,840 for concert events. The increased
capacity is planned for 3,500. The large crowd events will be staged during the
evening when there is significant parking within the Lionshead Parking structure.
Later analysis indicates that about 150 cars may be needed to accommodate 760
more occupants. This considers that some participants are already in town and
parked for the day, others are staying in a lodging property for the event, using
both the Town and Core transit services. Furthermore, the Towns managed
parking plan, and lots have provided capacity for recent events hosting up to
4,500 attendees and past winter evening events as high as 8000 spectators with
no overflow parking occurring.
Based on the Applicants experience of managing parking for large in-town events
and considering the implementation of additional parking management strategies
per the Town Council adopted strategic plan along with the experience in
managing special events with transit service the town staff is comfortable that the
additional capacity at Dobson will not have a negative effect on parking once
completed.
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Site Circulation
The plan addresses the site circulation around Dobson for everyday use as well
as special events. This will include emergency service vehicle access for all
events. The one area that will be altered is the current drop off at the west entry.
This will be eliminated due to the design elements being placed in this location. A
select number of the closest parking spaces within the first level of the Lionshead
Parking Structure will be signed as 15-minute parking to allow this function to
take place in a convenient and safe manner. This will also eliminate vehicles
crossing the busy pedestrian crossing from the west end of the Lionshead
Parking Structure to the Lionshead Mall.
In the end, the arena and the amenities will enhance the user experiences for
those who use the arena daily to the many spectators who attend the many
games, concerts, and special events held at the arena.
The design team is submitting a full application for the Planning and
Environmental Commission to address the submittal requirements and the review
criteria for the Conditional Use permit as well as Design Review Board
application.
Please note that the Town Council is reviewing these elements as the
owner, and should provide their comments as such and appropriately,
understanding a submittal to the boards could result in the Town Council later
sitting as a quasi-judicial board and comments made now regarding review
criteria and thoughts associated with that criteria could jeopardize future project
approval processes.
V. APPROVED PROJECT BUDGET AND COST TRENDING UPDATE
As a reminder, the project funding sources were established and carried over from the
last Council memo and are as follows:
Project Funding Sources:
Vail Reinvestment TIF funds $ 48.8 M
VRD funding the Ice System Hard and Soft Costs $ 3.0 M
Real Estate Tax Funds over the next 5 years allocated $ 0.8 M
General Fund reserves allocated for Temp Sheet Ice $ 1.0 M
Remaining from reserves, fundraising, and loans $ 1.8 M
Initial budget funding $ 55.4 M
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Funding as reflected in the Town budget:
2023/2024 Capital Budget (Approved) $ 5.05 M
2025 Proposed Capital Budget $ 50.35 M
Total Project Budget $ 55.40 M
COST UPDATE
The table above represents the continuation of the cost studies that we have performed for
two major options. The base design allows us to seat 2,240 occupants. The limiting
factor for occupants is bathroom fixtures. The team has refined the design to maximize
the occupancy that is capable within the current budget. The second option is an updated
budget that reflects the base program with an addition to the north that allows for an
additional 20 bathrooms. This alternate which provides additional capacity, allows the
TOV to seat 3,500 occupants in the facility. The applicants’ team has developed flexibility
in approval by pricing the north bathrooms as an alternate. As the team progresses, they
will continue to refine design and costs and will continue to competitively price the 100%
Design Documents with the goal of adding the north restrooms at the best possible price if
desired by the TOV.
VI. NEXT STEPS
Upon Town Council’s approval of the proposed design, the Dobson project team is
prepared to finalize a PEC conditional use application submitted to the town on August 26th.
The first hearing by the PEC would take place on September 23rd. The design team will
prepare a DRB application for submittal to the Town on September 9th. A work session with
the DRB would be scheduled as well. The first DRB meeting would take place on October
2nd.
With final approval of the PEC and DRB, the design team will finalize the plans
and complete the 100% Design Development (DD) plan set. The Hyder/McHugh
CM/GC team will price the 100% DD set with the subcontractor market. The staff
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and team will return to the Town Council in the December timeframe to review the
pricing and may seek permission to pursue any necessary early procurement at
that time for portions of the project.
VI. ACTION REQUESTED
The project team requests approval of the project design to be submitted on behalf of the
Town to the Planning and Environmental Commission as an application of a conditional
use as well as a Design Review Board Application. As mentioned above, the applications
will include the North Bathrooms as an alternate should Town Council decide to fund that
portion of the project.
VII. ATTACHMENTS
PowerPoint Presentation
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Dobson Arena Renovation – Program Update
|Town Council Update
September 3, 2024
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Dobson Arena Update – June 4, 2024
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Agenda:
•Update of Preconstruction Progress
•Preview of Application to PEC - Project Highlights
•Preview of Design Review Board Application
•Budget Update
•Next Steps –
o Approval to complete entitlements and 100 % Design
Development Documents
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Our ‘NEXT STEPS’ From The Last Council Presentation:
•Finalized the Program Option Choice with your Approval -Complete
•Move to Design Development Phase –50% DD Docs Issued
•Start the PEC and DRB entitlement Process –Started; On Track
•Meet Again with the Building and Fire to Confirm Progress -On-
Going
•Start the Preconstruction Process in Earnest and Conduct Additional
Investigations to Refine Design, Budget and Schedule –In Progress
•AEG Input on Design for Show Production –On Going
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•Reinforced Roof – Keeps the Dobson Look
•Refreshed locker rooms with Expansion
•Provides Full Equitable Solution for Locker Rooms
•Reduced South Lobby & West Entry
•Sets the Stage for the Civic Center Master Plan
•Full Replacement of MEP
•Updated Envelope will Reduce Operating Costs
•Resolves ADA Access
•Lounge, Concessions and Bathrooms are Improved
•Exterior and Interior Refreshed
•Enhanced Flexibility for Events
•Restrooms designed for Max Hockey Event
•Alternate for North Bathrooms to be Priced
•Temporary Restrooms for Bigger Capacity under
review with AHJ
•Reduced Site Improvements
Recapping the Preferred Option B – Approved Program within
Targeted Budget of $55.4M set on 6/4/24
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
KEY Planning and Capacity Updates
•1,400 + staff capacity for hockey
•3,500+100(staff) for shows – restricted by ventilation
•2,400 S.R.O. Max capacity on the floor for flexibility of
performances
•45 internal Bathroom Fixtures from 28 Currently
accommodating up to 2,240 capacity
•Hybrid bathroom design option to stage 20 external
portables including ADA units (Under review by AHJ
and or/Special Event permitting process) to reach max
3,500 capacity if North Bathrooms are not built.
•Rigging input provided by AEG for design
•45 TOTAL Internal bathrooms with 20 Additional Internal
bathrooms with North Restrooms + concession space
alternate for 3500 capacity all internal(Under Review)
•New West Entry
•New South Entry
•New Northeast and Northwest Mechanical screened
yards
•Added “Doghouse” on Northeast Roof for ventilation
access
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Issues of PEC/DRB Applications
•Existing conditions
•Architectural Perspective and Elevations
•Mechanical Yard Screens
•Program Overview
•Bathroom Updates
•Roof Plan Overview
•Site Plan Overview with Landscaping
•Additional Considerations
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
SOUTH
WEST EAST
NORTHWEST
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
SOUTH
WEST EAST
NORTHEAST
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
EXTERIOR PERSPECTIVE – ROOF VIEW
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC
EXTERIOR PERSPECTIVE – SOUTHWEST VIEW
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
EXTERIOR PERSPECTIVE – WEST VIEW
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
EXTERIOR PERSPECTIVE – SOUTH VIEW
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
EXTERIOR PERSPECTIVE – SOUTHWEST VIEW
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
WEST ELEVATION
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
SOUTH ELEVATION
New Roof match existing roof
Vent turrets to be removed
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
EAST ELEVATION
Duct color to
compliment roof or
screening
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
NORTH ELEVATION
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
NORTHEAST & NORTHWEST VIEWS – M.E.P. SCREEN WALLS
NE M.E.P. SCREEN WALL 8' ABOVE GRADE, 5'-6" EYE LEVEL NW M.E.P. SCREEN WALL 8' ABOVE GRADE, 5'-6" EYE LEVEL
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
EVENT LEVEL
Expansion Area
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
CONCOURSE LEVEL
Expanded Second
Floor
Alternate Bathrooms
Alternate to Fit
Out Admin
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
CONCOURSE LEVEL – STAGE CONFIGURATION
40’x44’
Stage
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
BATHROOM UPDATES
Base Option – 2,240 Occupants Max Option – 3,500 Occupants
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC
BATHROOM UPDATES
North Bathrooms Alternate
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Bathrooms: Temporary versus Permanent
Pros Can occupy up to 2,240 Can occupy up to 3,500 with
kill seats
Can support 90% of
events with this
configuration
Will never need to use
portables
Tap fees not impacted by
increased restrooms
Better Vail Customer
Experience
Cons 20 temp bathrooms
required
$1,426,000 increase to
budget
Cost to build will
continue to go up
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
ROOF PLAN
Areas of Roof
Expansion
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
SITE PLAN
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
SITE PLAN - WEST
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
SITE PLAN - WEST
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Preview of Application to PEC/DRB
•Site Accessibility
•Managed Parking - Shall follow the typical Special Event
management for large event parking to occur at Lionshead
structure + Vail Village structure and at Red Sandstone
•Geologic Hazards
•Environmental Impact
•Site Development Calculations
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Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
Current Budget Update Base Option With North Bathrooms
2240 Seats 3500 Seats
Hard Cost $43,452,405 $43,452,405
Soft Cost $12,482,228 $12,482,228
Total $55,934,633 $55,934,633
Targeted Budget $55,391,228 $55,391,228
Variance $543,405 $543,405
Alternates
North Restrooms $0 $1,426,000
Admin Fit Out $0 $0
Temp Ice Contribution $0 $0
Updated Budget $55,391,228 $56,817,228
Over/Under with Alternates $0 $1,426,000
Construction Duration 18.5 months 18.5 months
The team developed a strategy to reduce the budget through multiple
design changes to bring the project within budget while refining the
program to its current state. The secondary goal was to preserve
contingency via the design adjustments
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Project Milestones
Dobson Arena Update – September 3, 2024
PEC/DRB Process
6/4/2024 Approval of budget and Program to move to Design Development(DD)
9/3/2024 Approval to submit to PEC/DRB
Sept '24 - Oct '24 PEC/DRB entitlement process
Oct '24 - Nov '24 DD pricing
Oct '24 - Jan '25 Prepare Construction Documents
Nov '24 - Jan '25 Develop Early Demoliton Package
12/17/2024 Town Council Approval of DD Design and Price. Permission to Make Early Awards
1/3/2025 Town Council Early Award Procurement
Jan '25 - Feb '25 Final Pricing
March '25 Finalize GMP and Issue GMP Amendment
March '25 to Fall '26 Construction Period
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Recommendations:
•Continue Design Progression to 100% Design Development and Take to Market to Price
We are seeking input on the following next steps:
•Further discussion about temporary verses permanent bathrooms
•Impacts to budget of permanent bathrooms
•Impact on ice programs during construction
•Options to increase programming beyond ice events(operational costs and revenue enhancements)
•Naming Rights and Sponsorships
•Progress with PEC and DRB entitlement Process
•Meet Again with the Building and Fire to Confirm Progress of Design
•Conduct Additional Investigations to Refine Design, Budget and Schedule
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Thank You
- Questions -
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 3.1
Item Cover Page
DATE:September 3, 2024
SUBMITTED BY:Greg Roy, Community Development
ITEM TYPE:DRB/PEC Update
AGENDA SECTION:DRB/PEC (2:30pm)
SUBJECT:DRB/PEC Update (5 min.)
SUGGESTED ACTION:
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
DRB Results 8-21-24
PEC Results 8-26-24
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Design Review Board Minutes
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
2:00 PM
Vail Town Council Chambers
Present: Roland J Kjesbo
Kit Austin
Rys Olsen
Herbert Roth
Absent: Mary Egan
1. Virtual Meeting Link
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a confirmation email containing information about joining this webinar.
2. Call to Order
3. Main Agenda
3.1 DRB24 -0132 - Stupp/Payne/Mills Residences
Final review of an exterior alteration (landscape)
Address/ Legal Description: 1592 Matterhorn Circle/Lot 2/Timber Vail Subdivision; 1602 Matterhorn
Circle/Lot 1, Timber Vail Subdivision; 1612 Matterhorn Circle/Lot 27A, Matterhorn Village Filing 1
Planner: Jamie Leaman-Miller
Applicant Name: Robert Stupp
DRB4-0132 Documents.pdf
DRB24-0132 Plans.pdf
Rys Olsen made a motion to Approve with the findings it meets 14-10-9; Roland J Kjesbo seconded
the motion Passed (4 - 0).
3.2 DRB19-0688.003 - Alura
Final review of a change to approved plans (Building 3)
Address/ Legal Description: 1488 Matterhorn Circle/Vail Park Meadows
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Applicant Name: Alura, represented by Pierce Austin Architects
Alura Narrative.pdf
Proposed Plans.pdf
Previous approved plans.pdf
Building 1 (under construction).pdf
Alura 3D.pdf
(Austin recused)
Rys Olsen made a motion to Approve with the findings it meets 14-10-6; Roland J Kjesbo seconded
the motion Passed (3 - 0).
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3.3 DRB24-0269 - Lebowitz Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (windows/doors)
Address/ Legal Description: 356 Hanson Ranch Road/Lot D, Block 2, Vail Village Filing 1
Planner: Greg Roy
Applicant Name: David Lebowitz, represented by KH Webb
DRB24-0269 Plans.pdf
DRB24-0269 Pics.pdf
Herbert Roth made a motion to Table to the September 4th, 2024 meeting; Roland J Kjesbo
seconded the motion Passed (4 - 0).
3.4 DRB23-0403 - MacPhee Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (railings)
Address/ Legal Description: 2735 Snowberry Drive B/Lot 12, Block 9, Vail Intermountain
Development Subdivision Planner: Heather Knight
Applicant Name: David & Angela MacPhee
2735 Snowberry Drive Unit B Rail change.pdf
Neighbor approval email.pdf
Herbert Roth made a motion to Table to a date uncertain; Rys Olsen seconded the motion Passed
(4 - 0).
4. Staff Approvals
4.1 DRB23-0428.001 - Town of Vail
Final review of a change to approved plans (HVAC)
Address/ Legal Description: 75 South Frontage Road West/Unplatted TOV Administration Building
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Applicant Name: Town of Vail, represented by Hyder Construction
4.2 DRB24-0190.001 - Matterhorn1546 LLC
Final review of a change to approved plans (deck)
Address/ Legal Description: 1546 Matterhorn Circle 6/Hobbit Hill Phase 1
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Applicant Name: Matterhorn1546, represented by Shepherd Resources
4.3 DRB24-0179 - Thulborn/Tarbell Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (windows/doors)
Address/ Legal Description: 4460 Timber Falls Court 1604/Timber Falls Condominiums
Planner: Jamie Leaman-Miller
Applicant Name: Sally Tarbell & Keith Thulborn, represented by Renewal by Andersen
4.4 DRB24-0247 - Sloan Residence
Final review of an addition
Address/ Legal Description: 2335 Bald Mountain Road A3/Lot 26, Block 2, Vail Village Filing 13
Planner: Jamie Leaman-Miller
Applicant Name: Jason & Alicia Sloan, represented by Alpine Building & Development
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4.5 DRB24-0264 - Biszantz Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (tesla batteries)
Address/ Legal Description: 2897 Timber Creek Drive D24/Lodges at Timber Creek 3rd Supplement
Planner: Jamie Leaman-Miller
Applicant Name: Samantha Biszantz, represented by Active Energies Solar
4.6 DRB24-0271 - Schoonover Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (heat pump)
Address/ Legal Description: 2607 Arosa Drive 1/Lot 12, Block E, Vail Das Schone Filing 1
Planner: Jamie Leaman-Miller
Applicant Name: James Schoonover, represented by Control All Mechanical
4.7 DRB24-0293 - Karp Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (windows)
Address/ Legal Description: 1819 Meadow Ridge Road F/Lot 13 & 14, Buffehr Creek Subdivision
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Applicant Name: Karen Karp, represented by Lifetime Windows and Siding
4.8 DRB24-0298 - Vailwest LLC
Final review of a tree removal
Address/ Legal Description: 1800 Sierra Trail/Lot 25, Vail Village West Filing 1
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Applicant Name: Vailwest, represented by Vail Valley Tree Service
4.9 DRB24-0306 - Middleton Residence
Final review of a tree removal
Address/ Legal Description: 1865 West Gore Creek Drive/Lot 23, Vail Village West Filing 2
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Applicant Name: Kathryn Middleton, represented by Timber Pro Tree Service
5. Staff Denials
6. Adjournment
Roland J Kjesbo made a motion to Adjourn ; Herbert Roth seconded the motion Passed (4 - 0).
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Planning and Environmental Commission Minutes
Monday, August 26, 2024
1:00 PM
Vail Town Council Chambers
Present: David N Tucker
William A Jensen
John Rediker
Scott P McBride
Brad Hagedorn
Robyn Smith
Absent: Robert N Lipnick
1. Virtual Link
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you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining this webinar.
2. Call to Order
3. Main Agenda
3.1
A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a major amendment to
Special Development District No. 4 (Cascade Village), pursuant to Section 12- 9(A),
Special Development Districts, Vail Town Code, to allow for the redevelopment of the
covered parking, the construction of five new free-market condominiums, one new
employee housing unit, and associated site improvements at Coldstream Condos,
located at 1476 Westhaven Drive, Lot 53, Glen Lyon Subdivision and setting forth
details in regard thereto. (PEC24-0017)
Planner: Heather Knight
Applicant Name: Coldstream Ltd., represented by High Summit
PEC24-0017 Staff Memo.pdf
Attachment A. Coldstream Condos - Vicinity Map.pdf
Attachment B. Applicant Narrative.pdf
Attachment C. Architectural Plan Set.pdf
Attachment D. Site Grading Plan.pdf
Attachment E. Title Commitment.pdf
Attachment F. 2012 PEC Memo and Worksession.pdf
Attachment G. PEC Minutes, September 24, 1990.pdf
Attachment H. Town Council Minutes, October 2, 1990.pdf
Planner Knight gives a presentation. She talks about the history of the SDD and the subject site. She
walks through the proposed development and site plan. She talks about the criteria for approval.
Hagedorn asks about the setbacks above grade versus below grade. Knight clarifies.
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Smith asks if this would require a variance if it was HDMF (High Density Multi-Family)? Knight
confirms. Smith asks about the public benefit. Knight says they would contribute $100,000 towards
the general housing fund or to improve the bike path in that area.
Rediker asks where public benefit fits into the criteria? Roy says it’s not part of the criteria or findings,
it is decided by Town Council. The PEC can give their input, but it’s not part of the criteria for the
decision today.
Hagedorn confirms that the setback variation is specific to this development, Knight confirms.
Rediker asks for clarification on the site plan in regard to the parking garage.
The applicant is represented by Sean Hanagan, Henry Pratt, and Greg Finch. Hanagan talks about
the history of the site and the proposed plan. He talks about the proposed public benefits, including
a $100,000 contribution towards the pedestrian path or general housing fund. Pratt talks about the
retaining walls and garage on the west end of the proposal. Hanagan walks through the elevations
and the landscape plan.
Rediker asks for some clarification as to the southwest corner of the proposal. Rediker and Pratt
discuss retaining walls and setback in this area.
Hagedorn asks about counterforts, Pratt says they are hypothetical, the engineering hasn’t
been completed yet.
Rediker and Pratt discuss the garage entrances. Smith asks about the compatibility criteria. Pratt
says the color of the gravel will match.
Finch says the project has gone through a lot of iterations. Landscaping in that area could be a
challenge, owners in that area are also concerned about their views being preserved. Hanagan adds
that not having a public space there adds some privacy to the EHU. There are economic factors, and
people on that end are concerned about losing their sunlight.
Smith asks how they got to the $ 100,000 figure for public benefit. Fish says the project has been kicked
around 12 years, the economics are the reason. The fire lane requirements required some reworking, it
was a number that was arrived at that they thought the HOA and the Town would live with.
Smith asks about the EHU requirements on past projects, Pratt says the previous second EHU was
intended to be a management unit, that need went away. Hanagan says they took into consideration
current housing costs and deed-restriction conversion costs for a comparable unit and determined
that $100,000 was appropriate.
Jensen says an EHU here would have significantly more value than Timber Ridge. It’s hard to project the
value of that unit right now, but it’s higher than what you estimated. Jensen and Finch discuss the EHU.
Finch says it is a big risk for the HOA. Jensen says heated indoor parking versus what was
there, increases the value of the property.
Hanagan mentions that public benefit is not a criteria for approval, it’s commensurate to the ask in
the deviations.
Knight says they are above the EHU requirements, it is a 1,200 sf unit when 1,000 sf is the requirement.
Jensen says he’s not arguing against the contribution, thinks it’s a good number. Our role is to represent
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the community but it’s not our decision it’s the Town Councils. Agrees that it does meet the
requirement for the EHU.
Tucker Jones is a board member on the HOA, the owners want to improve this property, but an HOA
is like herding cats. It will be a tough sell when owners vote on assuming this debt and liability.
Smith asks about the process. Knight says Council has the final say on the public benefit and it will go
to Council before DRB.
Rediker discuss storm sewer with Town Engineer Tom Kassmel. Hanagan and Knight talks about
the recreation fee.
Rediker asks for public comment.
Renee Miles is a resident of Coldstream and commends the applicants and staff. They have been
owners since 2008, they are supportive of the project, particularly as it will help mitigate the impact
of Alura to the south.
Rediker closes public comment. He asks for commissioner comment.
Tucker says it is an artful way to meet the criteria. Knowing the site, you’ve done a good job of
fitting everything in and a solution that is feasible.
Smith says the purpose of the SDD is to encourage flexibility and creativity. This is a fantastic project
overall that will add to the value of the community. The setback and GRFA requests are warranted.
The flat roof where there used to be an EHU should be up to DRB. Will withhold approval, don’t think
the public benefit is commensurate. Council should be the one negotiating on what an appropriate
public benefit is.
Jensen says it’s a good project and creative. No issue with GRFA or garage setback. It benefits the
community and diminishes the impact of the adjacent project to the south. It’s not our responsibility
to weigh in on public benefit, Council will address that, supports the application.
Hagedorn thanks applicants, it’s a creative way to address deficiencies. This is a win-win, the GRFA
ask is mitigated, replacing mass within a similar development area.
Setback ask is mitigated because its below grade, the project is well under allowable density on unit
basis, the EHU square footage is going beyond the requirement. Suggests the public benefit
contribution is used for housing.
Rediker says there is a plan that meets the criteria. Setbacks are ok as they are below grade, concerned
about walls on north side that are flat and not attractive, which impacts massing negatively. But the DRB
will look at compatibility, concerned about what that wall will look like from a design perspective.
Concerned about trap for overflow, what you have will go in and comply with Town Code, need
to maintain that. Agrees that the criteria are met.
McBride agrees that criteria are met, concerned about the setback any disputes that might arise with
the closeness to property line. On the whole a creative proposal and a lot of thought has gone into
this. Agrees with Hagedorn, a great use might be with respect to deed restrictions.
Hagedorn adds a bioswale at the edge of the culvert would be a good idea.
William A Jensen made a motion to Recommend for approval with the conditions on page 14 of the
staff memo and the findings on page 14- 15; Brad Hagedorn seconded the motion Passed (5 - 1).
Voting For: William A Jensen, Brad Hagedorn, John Rediker, Scott P McBride, David N Tucker
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Voting Against: Robyn Smith
3.2
A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a major amendment to
Special Development District No. 4 (Cascade Village), pursuant to Section 12-9(A),
Special Development Districts, Vail Town Code, to allow for the development of a mixed
use project on the property known as the Cornerstone site, located at 1276 Westhaven
Drive/ Cornerstone Parcel, Liftside/Cornerstone Subdivision and setting forth details in
regard thereto. (PEC24-0016)
Planner: Greg Roy
Applicant Name: PHH Design Development
PEC24-0016 Staff Memo August 26, 2024.pdf
Attachment A. Vicinity Map.pdf
Attachment B. Narrative-Project Description.pdf
Attachment C. Amendment Materials June 27, 2024 Update.pdf
Attachment D. Part 1.pdf
Attachment D. Part 2.pdf
Attachment D. Part 3.pdf
Attachment D. Part 4.pdf
Attachment D. Part 5.pdf
Attachment E. Massing Model.pdf
Attachment F. March 11, 2024 PEC minutes (Worksession).pdf
Attachment G. June 10, 2024 PEC Minutes (Public Hearing).pdf
Attachment H. July 8, 2024, PEC Minutes (Public Hearing).pdf
Attachment I. Seter, Vander Wall and Mielke representing Cascade Village Metro District, May
20, 2024.pdf
Attachment J. Caplan and Ernest representing applicant response letter, June 24, 2024.pdf
Attachment K. Seter, Vander Wall and Mielke representing Cascade Village Metro District, August
8, 2024.pdf
Attachment L. Jeff Babb, Vail resorts, memo to PEC, August 9, 2024.pdf
Attachment M. Vail Hotel Partners Authorization, June 27, 2024.pdf Attachment N. Applicant’s Presentation to the PEC, August 26, 2024_Part1.pdf
Attachment N. Applicant’s Presentation to the PEC, August 26, 2024_Part2.pdf
Attachment N. Applicant’s Presentation to the PEC, August 26, 2024_Part3.pdf
Attachment N. Applicant’s Presentation to the PEC, August 26, 2024_Part4.pdf
Attachment O. Traffic Impact Study, August 6, 2024.pdf
Roy gives a presentation. He walks through the history of the application. He talks about the history
of the SDD. He walks through the site plan and proposed public benefits.
Rediker asks about the potential easement for a paseo. Roy says there would need to be an
easement to allow public access, in the event ownership to change. He talks about the Housing
requirements. He talks about the criteria, Staff found it is not compatible with height and did not meet
criteria 1, so the staff recommendation is a recommendation of denial.
Jensen asks about the previous approvals. Roy says there was a 2008 approval, the SDD was
approved with those amendment. Development plan was re-approved, approval extended until 2017
when it expired. They were never rolled back in the SDD language. Overall the amount of GRFA and
number of units in planning area A is going down with the amendment.
Jensen asks how do the previous approval weigh in to this? Roy says the proposed height is a
deviation from what is set down in the SDD. Roy clarifies the owner’ lounge on the floor plans.
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Rediker asks for clarifications on the parking, which is one of the deviations. Roy walks through
the existing and proposed numbers on the site plan. The ski club is a determination of use as part
of the SDD.
Rediker asks about the intent of having commercial parking onsite. When you’re trying to satisfy
parking requirements, is there not concern that they’re not fulfilling parking onsite when you’re dealing
with a potential third party offsite that could cut off the parking.
Roy says that is why the code treats it that way, so the parking is onsite. Tucker asks would that
weigh into the public benefit consideration. Roy says not specifically, as that situation exists in the
villages today.
Rediker brings up the housing requirements. Roy walks through the calculations for commercial
linkage and inclusionary zoning, the applicants are proposing three EHU units within Cornerstone to
meet the linkage requirements and a dormitory unit within CMC to meet the inclusionary zoning.
Jensen asks what is the community intent with EHUs? Is the dormitory the intent of the zoning
requirements? Roy says it can be requested, subject to the discretion of the review body.
Dormitories have been approved, like in the Highline and Four Seasons, although the layout and
specifics were different.
Smith walks through the square footage requirements for housing mitigation.
Rediker asks about occupancy restrictions for dormitory EHUs, Roy says it is one person occupying
the space year-round with the exception of 3 months?
Smith asks about the new fire truck, can that truck appropriate service this development as proposed?
Kassmel says it would be up to the Fire Marshall. Roy says the Fire Department has reviewed
this application and did not have concerns.
Smith asks how the public art contribution was arrived at, Roy says it was proposed by applicant.
The AIPP will review public art.
Alonso Ruiz de Velasco is representing the applicant. He talks about the ownership situation in
Cascade. Gabby Voeller with SE Group is part of the applicant team, says the tennis court are in a
different zone district. Velasco walks through the existing conditions. He talks about easements on
site. He talks about the building height and shadow study.
Smith asks what the plan is if these units are not accepted as employee housing mitigation.
Velasco says they have put money towards this and are hoping it can be accepted as mitigation.
Hagedorn says this seems to be a business decision, how is this additive? Seems to be
disconnected from the housing requirement.
Velasco says they had the vision of satisfying the need for the hotel, Cornerstone created the opportunity to
pursue this in parallel. We are investing a fair amount of money into this, high standards, high quality.
Roy says per the EHU requirements, the employees of that specific project don’t have to occupy
that space. Other business employees can be housed there as long at they meet the deed
restriction requirements for employment.
Hagedorn says on other projects with dormitories, the housing was developed in tandem with that
project, it was clear that it was done to satisfy it. Here we have dormitories that are currently being
built, they need deed restrictions to be occupied.
Tucker says the public benefit pitch included employee housing to mitigate the deviations.
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Smith says it is a convenient double dip.
Hagedorn asks if staff has concerns, Roy says its not exact but similar to the mitigation bank. He
talks about the particulars of the Highline approval.
Roy says it will have to be deed restricted, that’s the only way it can be permitted under zoning as
there are no free- market dorms and adding free market units would have required a Major SDD
Amendment application.
Rediker, down the road can the owner tear out the dormitories if it wasn’t built fulfilling any
requirements? Roy says it would be subject to employee housing exchange program at that point.
Roy says there are two different paths, the first is the employee exchange program if it was outside of
Cornerstone. If it was part of Cornerstone, they would have to come in for an amendment. EHUs
satisfy the community housing need, they don’t have to be specific to the development.
Voeller says because both buildings are within Area A, they are considered on-site.
Smith asks how that differs from the parking condition for on site. Voeller says they wanted the
residences to have parking within Cornerstone, and then the commercial parking spaces be across
the street.
Smith asks for clarifications on square footage, 5700 sf and 25 beds in dormitory. Smith discusses
size of employee housing units in the code, wants to understand the requirements and the ask.
Velasco continues presentation. Talks about landscaping and signage, as well as public benefits.
Hagedorn says the height has been a concern since the beginning but the 97’ has stayed static.
Appreciates the changes with the ski club, is there a reason why the height has not been changed?
Velasco says we’re not looking at this as a standalone project, we’re trying to integrate it with the
village. We do believe what we’re proposing to give matches up with what we’re asking for. There are
improvements to the skier access among others.
Hagedorn says the site visit hammered home the scale of that space. The 97’ from the paseo level,
looking at comparisons you can see that marked difference. You’re viewing this as future
compatibility not current compatibility?
Velasco says that’s a good way to say it.
Rediker asks for more detail on the building heights of the west wing. Velasco walks through the
elevation. The first overhang on the east side stands at 86’ from the paseo level. The peak of the roof
is at 97’ above the paseo. The western edge is 60’ from Westhaven and 86’ from the paseo.
Smith is concerned about the proximity of the heated paseo to the lift and the ability to retain snow. This is
an impervious surface very close to download area. Velasco says they will have those conversations.
Rediker asks about off-site parking for commercial uses. Its good they have common ownership, but
what happens down the road if those assets are split up? What guarantees to we have in the future
that the Aria building will accommodate parking for the commercial site?
Velasco says its hard to guarantee but we can see the example of how it was originally developed.
The Aria building accommodated the parking for all the developments. Cornerstone should be added
to that list.
Roy says if it changed ownership in the future, it would remain in the SDD as spaces for that use. Per
the code it can be met, but the Town doesn’t get involved with future management or how spaces are
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allocated inside the development. He gives examples of recent inquiries in other parts of town.
Rediker asks if there is anything stopping a future owner from changing the parking use. Roy says
they would be looking at an amendment and how the new use related to the parking table.
Velasco says we’re coming back to where this site was 40 years ago, when it was under common
ownership. The guarantee stands on what would be allowed to be done if it were to change
ownership. Right now we want to take advantage of the existing infrastructure.
McBride asks about the height.
Velasco says its 97’ at the high point of the west wing, this is showing the perceptions of how it
is perceived at different areas.
McBride asks how that compares to other buildings in Town. Roy says off the top of his head there
are maybe two or three that are a similar height.
Rediker opens public comment.
Mark Lessons lives in Cascade. There is a tractor trailer on Westhaven Drive to feed the hotel that has
been there two weeks. You have to drive around that, if the hotel is part of this project that should be
addressed as we look at the whole project. Westhaven gets clogged up because of this activity.
Mark Waddell lives in Millrace, has concerns with basic operations and congestion in the area. The
single lane in and out creates safety issues. When you force this entire neighborhood into two lanes,
it doesn’t work. Supports development in general, but they have gotten greedy on this project.
Walked through the new J1 housing, it’s the worst design in Vail. If there’s a kitchen fire there is
extreme risk. They will exit through a side door and walk on to Millrace private property. How are
they going to get to any place they can recreate or enjoy themselves? Grateful for their contribution
to the community. Please look at the natural choke points that have been created for the safety of
the community, it won't work.
Scott Wagner is a Glen Lyons resident, on the board of the metro district. Their conversations with
the applicants have been through an attorney. We have yet to have discussions with the applicants
about this. The landscaping in the roundabout will not work well, concerned about taking away
deceleration lane. Regarding the public benefits there is a lot of take and no give. The escalator is
called a public benefit, there are existing escalators in the area that break all the time and have to be
serviced out of Denver. Doesn’t understand how the turnaround will be partially heated, the rest is
cleared by snowplows. The shade on the street will cause issues, the paseo will entail maintenance.
Haven’t heard anything about a drainage study, there is a lot of impervious area. Part of the parking
garage is deeded as public parking with TOV, also agreement with Vail Resorts, haven’t seen that in
the calculations. The paseo stays dark most of the time, it’s not an extra benefit. What are the public
benefits from past approvals in the SDD? The hotel height is not 71’ to his knowledge, it’s shy of 60’.
Not in agreement on 97’ of proposed height, 71’ was a past agreement that expired and doesn’t know
the concessions for that.
Jill Tenenbaum lives in Millrace. Concerned about one way in and out, this is going to create horrible
conditions and road congestion. Very pro building, but they’re trying to put an elephant in in a
Volkswagen. Concerned about parking, won’t be enough for the retail. We don’t have enough space
in the village for what this organization wants to do, they’re putting us all in a precarious situation.
Don Guidry owns property in the neighborhood. Not against it, but they need to reduce the scope.
Kim Gudmundson is in Millrace. Concerned about ticket office idea, that building will now be in a
private building. Who has control over the maintenance?
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Janie Lipnick lives in Westhaven and is on the metro board. Shares concerns with others, height and
bulk will ruin views and cast shadows. Not anti development, just want smart development, also
concerned about traffic in and out. Also concerned about no dedicated loading for Cornerstone.
Lorenza Cardenas is on the Liftside board. Concerned about setbacks, and the height. After July 8
meeting, they presented a letter with concerns. Concerns are still being ignored and there are slim to
none public benefits. The turnaround will cause lots of traffic, where is Liftside supposed to exit?
Where is landscaping in the project? The height, scale, and bulk are not compatible and will stick out.
97’ height conflicts the most, the neighbors are around 56’. Request for variations exacerbate the real
and perceived bulk and mass.
David Foster is counsel to Nolegio partners in Liftside. There are a number of concerns that are
covered in the design criteria and necessary findings, in particular compatibility to immediate
environment. The PEC has identified height, setbacks are not compatible in previous meetings and
there have been no changes. Regarding the comprehensive plan, we’re within resort land use with a
maximum density of 25 units per acre, this proposal is 43 dwelling units per acre. This isn’t a master
plan, it’s specifically for this site, the conversations about the other properties have been very
confusing, which in some respects is on site and some respects off site. Doesn’t understand how
reducing the size helps in a use determination, that is now how that is made.
Robert Rosen is director of the metro district, agrees with other public comment. No one has spoken to
the directors of the metro district. They own the existing ticket office, the applicants don’t have the right
to tear it down, it is the board’s property. The proposal interferes with the access to the lift, the metro
district has a responsibility to maintain both, doesn’t see how they could agree with that. The height is
not acceptable, they don’t have the right to put the escalator or stairs on property that is controlled by
the metro district. The PEC or Town Council cant take that away, the district has an obligation.
Kim Seter, attorney for cascade metro district prepared a list of issues to be addressed. If you choose
to recommend approval, condition #9 the use of those easements affects agreements between metro
district and Vail Resorts. There is also a memo from Vail Resorts from August 9th. These two
entities combine to operate and control the easement.
Jaime Kalb is a Liftside owner, supports comments of other neighbors, concerned about access to lift.
This is an ambitious project for a small space.
David Flowers says the size of the building is too big for the space. Will create congestion in area that
is already congested. If Vail Resorts upgrades lift, this proposal will add more congestion and take
away a lot of the views.
Rediker closes public comment. He asks for commissioner comment.
Rediker brings up loading and delivery, trucks potentially blocking traffic, is that going to be a
problem with Cornerstone?
Velasco says it will not be a problem with Cornerstone, he’ll look into the comments which is really
the operation of the hotel.
Rediker asks if the delivery will happen through the existing loading dock. Velasco says for
Cornerstone yes.
Rediker asks about garbage disposal. Velasco says it will work in inverse to the loading. There are
back of the house areas where it would be temporarily stored before being disposed.
Rediker asks if dumpsters will be rolled from the paseo level to the CMC building?
Velasco says they have not figured out the details of that yet.
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Smith says trash trucks back down the CMC dock. It’s a valid point but it may have also been worse
in recent weeks.
Rediker asks staff about easement concerns, we have been directed by town attorney that we are
not considering those issues in regard to the nine criteria.
Roy confirms, that is the direction from the town attorney. There is a condition regarding the
approval from the easement holders prior to building permit.
Rediker, what about Liftside concern of parking access with the new configuration?
Kassmel says the intent is that Liftside would still enter generally how they do today, the drop off
would be two -way, that was the intent in 2008. They would not have to go through the skier dropoff
or bus traffic. Kassmel and Rediker discuss access to the Liftside parking under the proposal.
Velasco says there is a traffic study which suggested there would be no changes to the
deceleration lane.
Jensen says as presented he can’t support this, surprised that the mass and scale haven’t changed.
Don’t see supporting anything taller than what is allowed. Can’t agree to the owners club as
presented, not consistent with town code. The EHU in CMC is not the appropriate location for this
project. The parking solution does work, if you lower the mass and scale there will be less required
parking which is beneficial to the whole community.
Smith thanks applicants. This process is not over, you have to go to council. A lot of valid points in
public comment, the application fails to meet criteria 1,2,4, and 9. EHU’s housing is the priority and
this fails to meet the code, the housing variations requested are too much of an ask. Dorms became a
problem because of the spread of infectious disease.
Tucker thanks applicants. It’s a tough site, the mass and scale doesn’t meet the criteria. We’ve
brought this up every time, and nothing has changed. It’s insane to try and run all the loading through
that dock, there’s got to be another solution. The delivery guys will start using the skier drop off.
What about drainage?
McBride thanks applicants. Concerned about outstanding issues that haven’t changed, you’re trying
to extract every last penny from this property and you’re entitled to that but have to do it within the
rules. Haven’t seen enough to change my mind, staff has recommended it not be approved,
surprised not to see significant changes.
Rediker thanks applicant. Staff put together a good memo, raises a lot of good things about the project,
not talking about public benefit which Council will evaluate. It’s a benefit to Town to have this site
developed, a lot of aspects of this project make it better. There are some things that are still a concern,
first is height of the west building, scale, and bulk as well but height is the biggest concern with zero
setbacks. The height is not sensitive to the immediate environment, concerned about garbage disposal.
Concerning about criteria #3, parking and loading. There is a public benefit to reorganizing that drop off
area, escalator would be safer than those existing stairs. Somewhat concerned about criteria #7, traffic
and circulation. You’ve identified a lot of benefits, but the size and height of the west building is not
compatible, it should step down as you get further west, wish we had seen a change there.
Smith discusses criteria that was not met.
Robyn Smith made a motion to Deny with the findings on page 21-22 of the staff memo, amended
to does not comply with each and every of the necessary four findings; William A Jensen
seconded the motion Passed (5 - 0).
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3.3 A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a major amendment to
Special Development District No. 6 (Vail Village Inn), pursuant to Section 12-9A, Special
Development Districts, Vail Town Code, to allow for modifications to the approved
development plan, and for residential and commercial additions and associated site
improvements, located at 68 East Meadow Drive, Lot O, Block 5D, Vail Village Filing 1,
and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC24-0032)
This item has been withdrawn. No action is necessary.
Planner: Jamie Leaman-Miller
Applicant Name: Village Inn Plaza, represented by Current Architects
4. Approval of Minutes
4.1 PEC Results 8-12-24
PEC Results 8-12-24.pdf
(McBride & Tucker abstain)
Robyn Smith made a motion to Approve ; William A Jensen seconded the motion Passed (3 - 0).
5. Information Update
Rediker brings up sand and oil filters. What are the regulations with regard to maintenance
and enforcement. Jensen agrees, says it should be looked at given the amount of money we
put into protecting Gore Creek.
Roy says they will consult with the Environmental department on potential next steps.
6. Adjournment
Robyn Smith made a motion to Adjourn ; David N Tucker seconded the motion Passed (5 - 0).
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 4.1
Item Cover Page
DATE:September 3, 2024
SUBMITTED BY:Missy Johnson, Housing
ITEM TYPE:Information Update
AGENDA SECTION:Information Update (2:35pm)
SUBJECT:July 23, 2024 VLHA Meeting Minutes
SUGGESTED ACTION:
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
2024-07-23_VLHA_Minutes
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Vail Local Housing Authority Minutes
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
3:00 PM
Virtually on Zoom ONLY
PRESENT ABSENT
Steve Lindstrom Christine Santucci
Craig Denton
Dan Godec
Kristin Williams
STAFF
Jason Dietz, Housing Director
Martha Anderson, Senior Housing Coordinator
Missy Johnson, Housing Coordinator
1. Call to Order
1. 1 Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 3:05 p.m. with a quorum present.
Time: 5 Min.
1.2 Zoom Meeting
Time: 60 Min.
2. Citizen Participation
2.1 Citizen Participation
Time: 5 Min.
No citizens.
3. Approval of Minutes
3.1 VLHA June 25, 2024 Minutes
Presenter(s): Missy Johnson, Housing Coordinator
Time: 5 Min.
2024-06-25 VLHA Mintues.pdf
Kristen Kenny Williams made a motion to Approve as Amended with edits from Williams regarding
her statement that involved Habitat for Humanity, with her Habitat hat on.
MOTION: Williams SECOND: Denton PASSED: 4-0
3.2 VLHA July 12, 2024 Minutes - Special Session
Presenter(s): Missy Johnson, Housing Coordinator
Time: 5 Min.
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MOTION: Godec SECOND: Williams PASSED: 3-0-1
4. Main Agenda
4.1 A Resolution Approving the Purchase of a Deed Restriction Interest in Property
(Type III Deed Restriction) in the Town of Vail Legally Described as Subdivision:
Alpen-Glo Condo Unit: 5, Eagle County, Colorado with a Physical Address of
5115 Black Bear Lane #5, Vail Colorado; and Setting Forth Details in Regard
Thereto. Presenter: Missy Johnson, Housing Coordinator
2024-4 VLHA Resolution Purchase of a deed restriction 5115 Black Bear Lane Unit 5.pdf
This agenda item was initially tabled but Authority conversation ensued around the topic and
eventually there was a motion to approve the resolution with an amended dollar amount up to
20% of purchase price. Housing Staff agreed to revise the resolution for signature.
Executive Session is set for 12 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24 for further discussion.
Dan Godec made a motion to Approve as Amended.
MOTION: Godec SECOND: Williams PASSED: 4-0
4.2 Prepare for the State of Housing Meeting on August 6 with the Vail Town Council
Presenter(s): Steve Lindstrom, VLHA Chairman
Time: 30 Min.
Lindstrom recommends we present at the 2nd Town Council agenda meeting based on
current happenings. He suggested the housing staff to work on the numbers in the
background but hold off and look for a later Town Council meeting in August.
4.3 Discussion on VLHA Budget Supplemental Needs
Presenter(s): Martha Anderson, Senior Housing Coordinator
Time: 15 Min.
Anderson discussed the need to do a supplemental budget with Finance to cover the current
needs and future buffer for Professional Services to provide additional flexibility.
Lindstrom confirmed that $208,000 came in from grant funding to cover future projects and
future projects. He anticipates that happening in short order at which time we can revisit the
subject.
Lindstrom agrees Anderson's suggestion to put a place holder into the supplemental budget of
$30,000 to be classified to potentially cover pending professional services agreements.
Anderson confirmed the items and amounts that are currently allocated.
Anderson will confirm with Finance whom will present at the future meeting.
Williams moved that we approve the discussed budget on supplemental needs and the group
will vote on the revised budget at the next meeting. Denton seconded. This item will be reviewed
through finance at a future meeting.
MOTION: Williams SECOND: Denton PASSED: 4-0
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5. Matters from the Chairman and Authority Members
5.1 Matters from the Chairman and Authority Members
Presenter(s): Steve Lindstrom, VLHA Chairman
Ruther joined with inquiry around the Timber Ridge deed restriction and related compliance. Providing
a few examples, Ruther reviewed an example whereas the employment status, paycheck, comes
from an out of county company, but all of the services provided occur in Eagle County area. Because
these two applicants comply with the intent and the terms of the deed restriction, Ruther turned to the
Authority to determine if these situations are still applicable to policy from the Housing Authority.
Lindstrom confirmed that we have followed this approval process from the past and also
supports that many Vail Resorts employees receives checks from Broomfield, while meeting
the terms of the deed restriction.
Unanimously, the Authority approved these one-offs as mentioned by Ruther. Godec suggested
working with legal to provide a statement in clarification of the above.
Lindstrom suggested the Housing Staff work on some policy guidance for the Authority to
consider prior to formulizing the statements and legal considerations. Dietz agrees.
Housing staff will consider the above based on preparation for future, annual, EHU compliance
and bring the Authority discussion points for consideration prior to presenting policy to legal.
Lindstrom prefers to define the line between those providing goods and services here locally
and vs. the remote workers and Deitz agreed.
Ruther provided a quick update regarding Timber Ridge and upcoming agenda items 1)
resolution to approve the 2nd amendment to the development agreement; 2) resolution to
approve a tri-party agreement and 3) an ordinance allowing the Town of Vail to transfer the title
to Triumph Development upon closing of the construction lending. Ruther says we now have
agreement from all parties within the tri-party agreement and the development agreement.
Ruther provided an overview of the status of purchase and sale agreements and there is about
102 units under contract of the 194 total to sell to bulk buyers, individuals or businesses. There
is likely to see a slight price increase in the future.
The team is still working to hold the end date schedule, anticipating a 30-day shift in final
product completion, even with the recent delays.
Ruther exited the meeting.
Anderson mentioned the development fund available to the Authority as well as the
registration opportunity for Authority members to attend the Housing Colorado Conference
in Keystone.
Williams expressed her excitement in the recent Vail InDEED interest recently but if we
anticipate a cadence to need one- off special meetings, it could be helpful to set calendar
inclusions for 15 minutes and then cancel them if they are not needed. Anderson confirmed that
it is abnormal to need the one-off meetings as we have executed recently.
6. Adjournment
6.1 Adjournment 5:00 PM (Estimate)
Kristen Kenny Williams made a motion to Adjourn Meeting adjourned at 3:51 p.m.
MOTION: Williams SECOND: Godec PASSED: 4-0
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7. Future Agenda Items
7.1 Housing 2027
Land Banking
8. Next Meeting Date
8.1 Next Meeting Date August 13, 2024
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 4.2
Item Cover Page
DATE:September 3, 2024
SUBMITTED BY:Missy Johnson, Housing
ITEM TYPE:Information Update
AGENDA SECTION:Information Update (2:35pm)
SUBJECT:July 24, 2024 VLHA Special Meeting Minutes
SUGGESTED ACTION:
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
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Vail Local Housing Authority Minutes
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
12:05 PM
Special Session - Zoom Only
SPECIAL SESSION
PRESENT ABSENT
Steve Lindstrom Christine Santucci
Dan Godec Kristin Williams
Craig Denton
STAFF
Jason Dietz, Vail Housing Director
Martha Anderson, Senior Housing Coordinator
Missy Johnson, Housing Coordinator
1. Call to Order
1. 1 Call to Order
Presenter(s): Steve Lindstrom
The special session was called to order at 12:14 p.m.
1.2 Zoom Meeting Pre-Executive Session
1.3 Zoom Meeting Post-Executive Session
2. Citizen Participation
2.1 Citizen Participation
No citizen participation.
Motion to leave regular session and enter executive session at 12:15 p.m.
MOTION: Denton SECOND: Godec PASSED: 3-0
3. Executive Session
3.1 Executive Session per C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(a)(e) - to discuss the purchase,
acquisition, lease, transfer or sale of real, personal or other property interests
and to determine positions relative to matters that may be subject to
negotiations regarding: Vail InDEED application and an EHU Exchange.
Presenter(s): Martha Anderson, Senior Housing Coordinator and Missy Johnson, Housing
Coordinator
4. Any Action as a Result of Executive Session
4.1 Any Action as a Result of Executive Session
At 1:08 p.m., the Authority left executive session and re-convened the special session. Motion
to direct Housing Staff move forward as discussed regarding discussed topics of the Vail
InDEED application.
MOTION: Godec SECOND: Denton PASSED: 3-0
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5. Matters from the Chairman and Authority Members
5.1 Matters from the Chairman and Authority Members
Presenter(s): Steve Lindstrom, VLHA Chairman
Lindstrom suggested the Authority revisit current and future lending as related to EHUs.
6. Adjournment
6.1 Adjournment
The Special Session of the Vail Local Housing Authority adjourned at 1:09 p.m
MOTION: Denton SECOND: Godec PASSED: 3-0
7. Future Agenda Items
7.1 Vail Housing 2027
Land Banking
8. Next Meeting Date
8.1 Next Meeting Date August 13, 2024
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 4.3
Item Cover Page
DATE:September 3, 2024
SUBMITTED BY:Missy Johnson, Housing
ITEM TYPE:Information Update
AGENDA SECTION:Information Update (2:35pm)
SUBJECT:August 13, 2024 VLHA Meeting Minutes
SUGGESTED ACTION:
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
2024-08-13_VLHA_Minutes
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Vail Local Housing Authority Minutes
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
3:00 PM
Town Council Chambers
PRESENT ABSENT
Steve Lindstrom Dan Godec
Craig Denton Kristin Williams
Christine Santucci
STAFF
Jason Dietz, Housing Director
Martha Anderson, Senior Housing Coordinator
Missy Johnson, Housing Coordinator
1. Call to Order
1. 1 Call to Order
Meeting called to order at 3:10 p.m. with a quorum present.
1.2 Zoom Meeting
2. Citizen Participation
2.1 Citizen Participation
No comments.
3. Approval of Minutes
3.1 VLHA July 23, 2024 Minutes
Presenter(s): Missy Johnson, Housing Coordinator
Moved to next meeting for approval based on Authority members present.
3.2 VLHA July 24, 2024 Minutes
Presenter(s): Missy Johnson, Housing Coordinator
Moved to next meeting for approval based on Authority members present.
4. Main Agenda
4.1 Resolution No. 5, Series of 2024, A Resolution Adopting a Budget and
Making Appropriations to Pay the Costs, Expenses and Liabilities of the
Vail Local Housing Authority, for its Fiscal Year January 1, 2024 through
December 31, 2024 Approve, approve with amendments or deny Resolution No.
5, Series of 2024.
Presenter(s): Martha Anderson, Senior Housing Coordinator Time:
VLHA 2nd Supplemental.pdf
VLHAres#5 for 2024 2nd Supplemental.pdf
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Anderson presented supplemental budget items to the Authority for review and motion to
approve. The authority approved a $47,500 to extend a contract with Social Impact Advisors,
appropriate funds to engage with Mauriello Planning group and amount to hold for potential
future needs.
MOTION: Denton SECOND: Santucci PASSED: 3-0
4.2 VLHA Q2 2024 Financial Update
Presenter(s): Jake Shipe, Budget Analyst
Time: 15 Min.
VLHA Q2 2024 Financial Update.pdf
Shipe provided and overview of the financial updates for the Authority's income statement,
balance sheet and the Town of Vail Housing Funds through the second quarter.
Lindstrom reminded the group that the Authority's funds are completely separate from the
Town of Vail's housing funds and the total income for a year is typically $60,000 which is
typically spent on consultants.
The housing funds are not available for the Authority to spend but of interest. The major
funding source is the Housing Sales tax plus the $2.5M transfer from the capital projects fund
annually to fund housing program. Workforce housing sales, earnings on investments and
other miscellaneous revenues are also reflected in this fund.
The Authority recommends usage of these funds to the Town Council who ultimately makes
the final decisions and sign off for use of funds. These funds are used in a variety of ways
including housing buy-downs, investing in properties for Town of Vail employee housing and
for seed money to do larger projects.
Shipe confirmed that historically, revenues track closely to the forecast of revenues based on the
sales tax revenues.
$4.2M of $15.5M budgeted dollars of the Housing Fund have been spent on a Pitkin
Creek Unit 3B purchase and West Middle Creek development.
As part of the packet, Shipe reviewed the use of the Capital Projects Fund for $2M of the $3.2M
which was spent on Town of Vail employee housing including Buffehr Creek 3B and Meadow
Creek L4.
4.3 Local Planning Capacity Grant Update
Presenter(s): Steve Lindstrom, VLHA Chairman, Jason Dietz, Housing Director, Martha
Anderson, Senior Housing Coordinator
Time: 15 Min.
A grant was secured for $ 208,000 through the Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) to be applied
through the Town of Vail. We can anticipate an executed contract to come in September or
October. They advised the Town not to contract for the usage until it is contracted and presented
with the terms and conditions, which will include quarterly reporting.
Deitz and Anderson reviewed the next steps, including the public procurement process and
procedures for contracts of $50,000 or more. $208,000 is the net that can be spent. The main
intention was to help with affordable housing capacity building, reducing the development
entitlement process. The largest portion of the funding will be for a housing liaison.
The housing team will keep the Authority updated as additional information comes through
from DOLA and Lindstrom will reach out to Mauriello Planning Group with an update.
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4.4 Rural Resort AMI Petition with Colorado Housing and Finance Authority
Presenter(s): Steve Lindstrom, VLHA Chairman and Martha Anderson, Senior Housing
Coordinator
Time: 15 Min.
Rural Resort Petition to Waive Income Limits Rev1.3.24 (1).pdf
Anderson reported regarding the Rural Resort AMI Petition in follow-up from her attendance
to the August 2nd Mountain Resort Stakeholder Outreach and Engagement event. With
DOLA present, Anderson learned that the Town of Vail AMI petition was declined. The Town
of Vail will need to re-submit with a more updated housing needs assessment report in order
to meet the requirements of the grant in order to increase the AMI levels within the Town of
Vail.
The Town of Vail needs to go back with additional information and housing needs
assessment would needed to have been more recent than the special needs assessment that
dates back to 2018.
$15,000 has been budgeted towards a housing needs assessment but additionally, Deitz is
working within a regional group in Eagle County.
Anderson and Dietz continued to describe the process and next steps around a future
housing needs assessment that will likely be drafted in September 2024 for review by the
variety of jurisdictions.
Conversation ensured around reasoning for seeking potential future AMI increases within the
Town of Vail.
5. Matters from the Chairman and Authority Members
5. 1 Matters from the Chairman and Authority Members
Presenter(s): Steve Lindstrom, VLHA Chairman
Time: 5 Min.
Lindstrom summarized the recent Town of Vail planning commission meeting. Upon review of the
first project that has come through with the revised Community Housing Zone District, there are a
few things that still need to go to planning commission (PEC), including additional review of the
environmental impact. West Middle Creek is nearly fully entitled.
Lindstrom believes that Timber Ridge financing was set to close on Friday, Aug. 9th and they will
pull back on sales during the key construction phase and purchase prices are planned to increase
soon and later supported by a modular sales showroom.
Anderson mentioned the Town of Vail Board Appreciation event from 6 - 8 p.m., Tuesday, Aug.
27 at the AMP.
The Authority looks to do an appreciation event at 4 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 28 in thank you to
previous Authority member James Wilkins.
6. Adjournment
6.1 Adjournment 5:00 PM (Estimate)
Meeting adjourned at 3:55 p.m.
MOTION: Santucci SECOND: Denton PASSED: 3-0
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7. Future Agenda Items
7.1 VLHA Legal Structure, Powers and Responsibilities
Financial Policies and Best Practices
8. Next Meeting Date
8.1 Next Meeting Date August 27, 2024
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 4.4
Item Cover Page
DATE:September 3, 2024
SUBMITTED BY:Jake Shipe
ITEM TYPE:Information Update
AGENDA SECTION:Information Update (2:35pm)
SUBJECT:August 2024 Revenue Update
SUGGESTED ACTION:
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
August 2024 Revenue Update
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1
TOWN OF VAIL
REVENUE UPDATE
September 3, 2024
4.0% General Sales Tax
Upon receipt of all sales tax returns, July 2024 collections are estimated to be
$3,475,499, up 1.9% from 2023 and up 2.3% from the budget.
2024 YTD collections of $26,996,664 are down (0.3)% from 2023 and up 0.8%
from the budget. Inflation as measured by the consumer price index was up 2.9%
for the 12-months ending July 2024. The annual budget totals $40.85 million.
0.5% Housing Fund Sales Tax
Upon receipt of all sales tax returns, July 2024 collections of the 0.5% housing
sales tax are estimated to be $418,216 up 1.3% from 2023 and up 1.6% from the
budget. 2024 YTD collections of $3,275,333 are down (0.4)% from 2023 and up
1.0% from the budget. The 2024 budget for the housing fund sales tax totals $4.95
million.
Real Estate Transfer Tax (RETT)
RETT collections through August 27 total $5,390,599, up 7.2% from 2023. The
number of residential property sales is tracking up 7.3% from 2023.
Construction Use Tax
Use Tax collections through August 27 total $1,971,285 compared to $1,869,494
in 2023. The 2024 budget totals $2,040,000.
Lift Tax
Year to date lift tax collections through July 31 total $5,195,134, up 7.0% or
$340,061 from 2023. The 2024 budget totals $6,675,000. The 2023/2024 season
Epic Pass and Epic Pass Local both were priced with an 8% increase compared
to the prior season.
Summary
Across all funds, year-to-date total revenue of $66.0 million is up 7.5% from the
amended budget and up 6.0% from prior year.
The majority of the positive variance compared to the amended budget is due to
higher-than-expected real estate transfer tax collections and interest earnings.
The majority of the positive variance compared to the prior year is due to increased
real estate transfer tax collections, property tax collections, and ski lift tax
collections.
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2024 Budget % change % change
2019 2020 2021 Budget Variance from 2023 from Budget
January 4,079,994$ 4,076,145$ 3,422,209$ 5,217,125$ 5,911,572$ 5,787,370$ 5,791,011$ 3,641$ -2.04%0.06%
February 4,137,087 4,285,633 3,691,850 5,686,585 6,041,108 5,914,315 6,065,694 151,379 0.41%2.56%
March 4,237,933 2,243,518 4,364,797 5,912,059 6,055,992 6,035,677 6,365,031 329,354 5.10%5.46%
April 1,445,071 427,518 1,751,528 2,234,296 2,264,892 2,258,798 1,820,816 (437,982) -19.61%-19.39%
May 763,756 503,828 1,061,516 1,227,974 1,118,011 1,111,919 1,159,528 47,609 3.71%4.28%
June 1,606,748 1,023,517 2,149,312 2,317,931 2,272,457 2,265,104 2,319,083 53,979 2.05%2.38%
July 2,480,292 2,084,644 3,491,668 3,507,973 3,412,277 3,399,024 3,475,499 76,475 1.85%2.25%
Total 18,750,881$ 14,644,803$ 19,932,880$ 26,103,943$ 27,076,309$ 26,772,207$ 26,996,664$ 224,457$ -0.29%0.84%
August 2,237,050 2,138,838 2,877,550 2,997,389 2,932,111 2,920,600 -
September 1,600,100 1,767,393 2,359,528 2,441,331 2,508,064 2,495,143 -
October 1,165,176 1,371,727 1,734,964 1,729,558 1,773,358 1,652,467 -
November 1,260,314 1,425,461 1,880,397 1,902,643 1,901,141 1,779,167 -
December 4,237,178 3,625,189 5,749,365 5,602,018 5,691,428 5,230,416 -
Total 29,250,698$ 24,973,411$ 34,534,683$ 40,776,882$ 41,882,411$ 40,850,000$ 26,996,664$ 224,457$ -0.29%0.84%
2022 2023 2024 Budget % change % change
Collections Collections Budget Variance from 2023 from Budget
January 645,487$ 720,906$ 700,920$ 703,394$ 2,474$ -2.43%0.35%
February 702,730 736,788 716,760 739,823 23,063 0.41%3.22%
March 719,717 738,244 731,610 777,186 45,576 5.27%6.23%
April 269,018 271,930 273,735 219,273 (54,462) -19.36%-19.90%
May 146,657 132,333 134,640 137,656 3,016 4.02%2.24%
June 280,460 275,113 274,230 279,784 5,554 1.70%2.03%
July 424,602 412,849 411,840 418,216 6,376 1.30%1.55%
Total 3,188,671$ 3,288,163$ 3,243,735$ 3,275,333$ 31,598$ -0.39%0.97%
August 361,165 352,887 353,925 -
September 294,861 304,068 302,445 -
October 207,397 213,568 200,475 -
November 230,383 229,092 215,820 -
December 671,982 687,985 633,600 -
Total 4,954,459$ 5,075,763$ 4,950,000$ 3,275,333$ 31,598$ -0.39%0.97%
Town of Vail Revenue Update
September 3, 2024
4.0% GENERAL SALES TAX2024 Budget Comparison
0.5% Collected
Sales Tax
0.5% HOUSING SALES TAX
2024 Budget Comparison
Actual 4.0% Collections 4.0% Collected
Sales Tax20222023
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Town of Vail Revenue Update
YTD 4% General Sales Tax Collections By Year
September 3, 2024
Through July 31
July 4% General Sales Tax Collections By Year
Through July 31
•July collections of $3,475,499 are up 1.9% from prior year and are up 2.3% from the budget.
$2,084,644
$3,491,668
$3,507,973
$3,412,277
$3,475,499
$0 $500,000 $1,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,000,000 $2,500,000 $3,000,000 $3,500,000 $4,000,000
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
$14,644,803
$19,932,880
$26,103,943
$27,076,309
$26,996,664
$0 $5,000,000 $10,000,000 $15,000,000 $20,000,000 $25,000,000 $30,000,000
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
•YTD collections of $26,996,664 are down (0.3)% from prior year and are up 0.8% from the budget.
•Inflation as measured by the consumer price index was up 2.9% in July.
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Town of Vail Revenue Update
September 3, 2024
July 0.5% Housing Fund Sales Tax Collections By Year
Real Estate Transfer Tax by Year
YTD Through August 2024
July Collections YTD Collections
•This chart shows YTD collections of 1% RETT, segmented by real property values. 2024
collections are up 7.2% from the prior year.
$4,835,382
$7,281,036 $7,242,563
$5,026,820 $5,390,599
$0
$1,000,000
$2,000,000
$3,000,000
$4,000,000
$5,000,000
$6,000,000
$7,000,000
$8,000,000
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Sales Less Than $2.5 Million Sales $2.5 to $5 Million Sales $5 to $10 Million Sales Over $10 Million
•July collections of $418,216 are up 1.3% from prior year and are up 1.6% from the budget.
YTD collections of $3,275,333 are down (0.4)% from this time last year and are up 1.0% from
the budget.
$424,602 $412,849 $418,216
$0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
$350,000
$400,000
$450,000
2022 2023 2024
$3,188,671 $3,288,163 $3,275,333
$0
$500,000
$1,000,000
$1,500,000
$2,000,000
$2,500,000
$3,000,000
$3,500,000
2022 2023 2024
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Town of Vail Revenue Update
September 3, 2024
Construction Use Tax by Year
YTD Through August 2024
YTD Lift Tax Collections
YTD Through July 2024
•Use Tax collections through August 27 total $1,971,285, compared to $1,869,494 from this
time last year. This is an increase of 5.4%.
$1,078,585
$3,008,591
$1,534,136
$1,869,494 $1,971,285
$0
$500,000
$1,000,000
$1,500,000
$2,000,000
$2,500,000
$3,000,000
$3,500,000
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
•2024 YTD lift tax collections of $5,195,134 are up 7.0% or $340,061 from the same time last
year.
$2,969,671
$4,152,983
$4,967,510
$4,855,074
$5,195,134
$0 $1,000,000 $2,000,000 $3,000,000 $4,000,000 $5,000,000
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
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Vail Business Review
July 2024
September 3, 2024
The Vail Business Review breaks down the 4.5% sales tax collected for the month of
July. The 4.5% sales tax includes the town’s general 4% sales tax and the 0.5%
housing sales tax supported by Town of Vail voters during the November 2021 election,
effective January 1, 2022. The housing sales tax sunsets on December 31, 2051.
July 4.5% sales tax was up 1.7% from the prior year. Retail decreased (3.4)%, lodging
increased 1.5%, food and beverage increased 6.2%, and utilities/other increased
16.6%. Excluding the out-of-town category, sales tax for the month of July was up 2.9%
compared to prior year.
Town of Vail sales tax forms, the Vail Business Review, and sales tax worksheets are
available on the internet at vail.gov. You may email me to request to have the Vail
Business Review and the sales tax worksheet emailed to you automatically.
Please remember when reading the Vail Business Review that it is produced from sales
tax collections as opposed to actual gross sales.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to call me at (970) 479-2125 or
Carlie Smith, Finance Director, at (970) 479-2119.
Sincerely,
Lauren Noll
Sales Tax Administrator
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Town of Vail Business Review
July Sales Tax Collections by Year
July 2024 Sales Tax
July 2023
Sales Tax Collections by Business Type
July 2024
Retail
1,325,587 Lodging
1,255,821 Food &
Beverage
1,099,028
Utilities &
Other
212,562
$0
$200,000
$400,000
$600,000
$800,000
$1,000,000
$1,200,000
$1,400,000
U$0$100,000$200,000$300,000$400,000$500,000$600,000$700,000
2,081,068
3,490,380
3,933,256
3,827,844
3,892,999
$0 $500,000 $1,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,000,000 $2,500,000 $3,000,000 $3,500,000 $4,000,000
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
General Sales Tax
Housing Sales Tax
• July 2024 retail sales decreased (3.4)%, lodging increased 1.5%, food and beverage increased
6.2%, and utilities and other increased 16.6%.
• The figures above reflect 4.5% sales tax.
Retail
1,372,689 Lodging
1,237,827
Food &
Beverage
1,035,034
Utilities &
Other
182,294
$0
$200,000
$400,000
$600,000
$800,000
$1,000,000
$1,200,000
$1,400,000
(3.4)%
• This report represents collections of Town of Vail sales tax, as opposed to actual gross sales.
• On January 1st, 2022, Town of Vail sales tax increased from 4.0% to 4.5% on all items except food for
home consumption. 2022, 2023, and 2024 above include the 0.5% increase to sales tax, depicted
in light blue. Prior years show 4.0% sales tax collections.
• Total July 2023 collections were $3,827,844; July 2024 collections were $3,892,999 up 1.7% from the
prior year.
1.5%6.2%16.6%
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Town of Vail Business Review
July 2023July 2024
Geographic Area Trends by Year
July Sales Tax
Sales Tax by Location
July 2024 Sales Tax
Other Areas
15%
Lionshead
14%
Out of
Town
23%
Vail Village
48%
• Vail Village sales tax decreased (1.4)%, Lionshead increased 12.5%, Other Areas increased 8.0%, and
Out of Town decreased (2.4)%. Excluding Out of Town collections, all areas were up 2.9%.
• The figures above reflect 4.5% sales tax.
344,935
540,765
303,584
480,700
322,399
821,272
1,110,151
1,647,643
$0 $200,000 $400,000 $600,000 $800,000 $1,000,000 $1,200,000 $1,400,000 $1,600,000 $1,800,000
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Vail Village
Out of Town
Lionshead
Other Areas
1,857,617966,502525,809
583,328
• This chart shows July sales tax collections by geographic area over time.
• 2022, 2023, and 2024 include the 0.5% increase for housing sales tax, depicted in lighter
shades. General 4.0% sales tax collections are shown in darker shades.
579,149
521,539
880,799 1,846,357
1,820,742
586,899
859,849
625,509
Other Areas
16%
Lionshead
15%
Out of
Town
22%
Vail Village
47%
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Retail Business 4.5% Sales Tax Detail
July 2024 Sales Tax
Town of Vail Business Review
Accommodation Services Sales Tax by Year
Apparel
$345,847
Grocery
$251,888
Gallery
$13,253
Gifts
$8,594Jewelry
$56,106
Retail Liquor
$59,179
Retail Other
$325,557
Sporting Goods
$145,565
Online Retailers
$119,597
Retail Home
Occupation
$0
• July 2024 accommodations services increased 1.5% from the prior year. Short-term rentals decreased (0.6)%
and hotels and lodges increased 2.3%.
• The figures above reflect 4.5% sales tax.
• Short-term rental sales tax collection numbers include online marketplace facilitators like Airbnb and VRBO.
Revenue collections from facilitators may include some hotels and lodges.
895,719
371,695
870,137
367,690
890,469
365,351
$0 $100,000 $200,000 $300,000 $400,000 $500,000 $600,000 $700,000 $800,000 $900,000
Hotel and Lodges
Short-Term Rentals
2024 2023 2022
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Cascade Village / East Vail / Sandstone / West Vail
Retail 269,031 249,802 7.70%
Lodging 198,723 200,806 ‐1.04%
F & B 151,353 113,281 33.61%
Other 6,403 15,259 ‐58.04%
Total 625,509 579,149 8.00%
Lionshead
Retail 95,636 103,561 ‐7.65%
Lodging 234,909 224,092 4.83%
F & B 220,389 187,730 17.40%
Other 35,964 6,156 484.20%
Total 586,899 521,539 12.53%
Out of Town
Retail 370,838 390,881 ‐5.13%
Lodging 338,111 340,903 ‐0.82%
F & B 1,560 2,260 ‐30.97%
Other 149,339 146,756 1.76%
Total 859,849 880,799 ‐2.38%
Vail Village
Retail 590,082 628,445 ‐6.10%
Lodging 484,077 472,026 2.55%
F & B 725,726 731,763 ‐0.82%
Other 20,856 14,123 47.68%
Total 1,820,742 1,846,357 ‐1.39%
Total ‐ All Areas
Retail 1,325,587 1,372,689 ‐3.43%
Lodging 1,255,821 1,237,827 1.45%
F & B 1,099,028 1,035,034 6.18%
Other 212,562 182,294 16.60%
Total 3,892,999 3,827,844 1.70%
Retail Summary
Retail Apparel 345,847 347,995 ‐0.62%
Retail Food 251,888 233,846 7.72%
Retail Gallery 13,253 31,799 ‐58.32%
Retail Gift 8,594 8,968 ‐4.17%
Retail Home Occupation ‐ 112 ‐100.00%
Retail Jewelry 56,106 78,674 ‐28.69%
Retail Liquor 59,179 63,117 ‐6.24%
Retail Other 325,557 365,670 ‐10.97%
Retail Sport 145,565 154,377 ‐5.71%
Retail Online Retailer 119,597 88,131 35.70%
Total 1,325,587 1,372,689 ‐3.43%
Town of Vail Business Review
July 4.5% Sales Tax
2024 Collections 2023 Collections YoY % Change
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 4.5
Item Cover Page
DATE:September 3, 2024
SUBMITTED BY:Alex Jakubiec, Finance
ITEM TYPE:Information Update
AGENDA SECTION:Information Update (2:35pm)
SUBJECT:2024 2nd Quarter Investments Report
SUGGESTED ACTION:
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
240630__Investments
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TO: Russell Forrest
Carlie Smith
Council Members
FROM: Alex Jakubiec
DATE: 2nd Qtr 2024
RE: Investment Report
Enclosed is the investment report with balances as of June 30, 2024
The estimated average yield for the pooled cash fund is 4.3%. As of 6/30/2024
the Treasury yield curves for 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year are 5.48%, 5.33%,
and 5.09% respectively.
Our investment mix follows the policy objectives of safety, liquidity, and yield in that order.
Please call me if you have any questions.
TOWN OF VAIL MEMORANDUM
Following aggressive changes in the Federal Funds rates throughout 2022 and
early 2023, the federal funds rate has remained stable in the target range of
5.25%- 5.5%. Treasury yields remained stable through the second quarter,
including historically high yields on the front end of the yield curve. The Federal
Reserve's policy has remained focused on reducing inflation but they have
indicated rate cuts may begin before the end of the year.
The Town made no change to it's investment mix during the 2nd quarter and is
purposely keeping a higher cash balance due to upcoming large capital
expenditures.
Gov't
Securities
$36.3
21%
CD's $20.3
12%
Colorado
Investment Pool
$80.0
47%
Cash $34.2
20%
2024 2nd Qtr Investment Mix
$170.7 M
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2024
Balances Percentage Percentage
Cash of Total Allowed
Commercial Banks $31,942,796 18.71% 50%
Money Market Funds $2,248,127 1.32% 100%
Total Cash $34,190,923 20.03%
U.S. Government Securities
Government Agency Securities -First Western $10,235,586 6.00%
FNMA'S, GNMA'S, FHLMC'S & SBA'S - Dana $26,019,825 15.24% 100%
Total Government Securities $36,255,411 21.24%
Certificates of Deposit $20,316,517 11.90%
Colorado Investment Pools $79,968,247 46.84%100%
Total Portfolio $170,731,097 100.0%
Maturing Within 12 Months 141,165,413 82.68%
Maturing Within 24 Months 9,748,739 5.71%
Maturing After 24 Months 19,816,945 11.61%
170,731,097 100.0%
Town of Vail, Colorado
Summary of Accounts and Investments
As of 6/30/2024
Investment Report
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Institution Average Balances
Type of Accounts Return 06/30/24
"CASH" ACCOUNTS
Commercial Bank Accounts:
First Bank of Vail - Operating Accounts 4.500% 31,942,796$
Money Market Accounts:
Schwab Institutional Money Market Fund - Dana Investments 1.180% 1,769,693$
Piper Sandler Money Market Fund 4.940% 217,426$
First Western Fidelity IMM Gov Class 4.990% 261,008$
Total Money Market Funds 2,248,127$
Total "Cash" Accounts $34,190,923
GOVERNMENT SECURITIES
FNMA'S, FHLMC'S & NGO'S -First Western 3.09% 10,235,586$
FNMA'S, GNMA'S, FHLMC'S & SBA'S - Dana 2.19% 26,019,825$
36,255,411$
Total Government Securities 36,255,411$
1st Bank, Vail Colorado (#0571) Matures March 11, 2025 4.000% 10,617,530$
1st Bank, Vail Colorado (#0563) Matures March 8, 2025 4.000% 1,225,781$
1st Bank, Vail Colorado (#0555) Matures March 8, 2025 4.000% 1,683,872$
1st Bank, Vail Colorado (#0547) Matures March 8, 2025 4.000% 1,202,359$
1st Bank, Vail Colorado (#0539) Matures March 8, 2025 4.000% 1,200,599$
1st Bank, Vail Colorado (#0520) Matures March 8, 2025 4.000% 1,202,088$
1st Bank, Vail Colorado (#0519) Matures March 8, 2025 4.000% 1,250,442$
Piper Sandler 560390BW5 Matures August ,17 2027 4.500% 197,686$
Piper Sandler 32022RVJ3 Matures January 30, 2026 4.760% 194,259$
Piper Sandler 724468AH6 Matures July 31, 2026 4.760% 199,446$
Piper Sandler 88423MAA3 Matures July 31, 2026 4.760% 206,485$
Piper Sandler 062119CC4 Matures July 28, 2027 4.670% 198,794$
Piper Sandler 173576AJ8 Matures October 25, 2024 4.450% 147,532$
Piper Sandler 40449HAD9 Matures October 27, 2025 4.480% 146,723$
Piper Sandler 39573LDW5 Matures Oct 28,2025 4.770% 243,951$
Piper Sandler 917352AD8 Matures Oct 28, 2025 4.720% 248,743$
Piper Sandler 33715LFM7 Matures December 30, 2025 5.140% 150,228$
20,316,517$
Total Certificates of Deposit 20,316,517$
LOCAL GOVERNMENT INVESTMENT POOLS
Colotrust General Fund
Interest 5.249% $79,968,247
Total Local Government Investment Pools Accounts $79,968,247
Total All Accounts $170,731,097
Performance Summary
As of 6/30/2024
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 5.1
Item Cover Page
DATE:September 3, 2024
SUBMITTED BY:Stephanie Bibbens, Town Manager
ITEM TYPE:Matters from Mayor, Council, Town Manager and Committee Reports
AGENDA SECTION:Matters from Mayor, Council, Town Manager and Committee
Reports (2:35pm)
SUBJECT:Matters from Mayor, Town Council and Committees (15 min.)
SUGGESTED ACTION:
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 5.2
Item Cover Page
DATE:September 3, 2024
SUBMITTED BY:Stephanie Bibbens, Town Manager
ITEM TYPE:Matters from Mayor, Council, Town Manager and Committee Reports
AGENDA SECTION:Matters from Mayor, Council, Town Manager and Committee
Reports (2:35pm)
SUBJECT:Town Manager Report (5 min.)
SUGGESTED ACTION:
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ATTACHMENTS:
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 5.3
Item Cover Page
DATE:September 3, 2024
SUBMITTED BY:Stephanie Bibbens, Town Manager
ITEM TYPE:Matters from Mayor, Council, Town Manager and Committee Reports
AGENDA SECTION:Matters from Mayor, Council, Town Manager and Committee
Reports (2:35pm)
SUBJECT:Council Matters and Status Update
SUGGESTED ACTION:
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
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COUNCIL MATTERS
Status Report
Report for September 3,2024
Town Council directed staff to bring back an earlier presentation on Short
Term Rental fees for discussion and other considerations. Staff will return to Town
Council in October regarding that topic.
Town Council applauded the Kid’s Adventure Games and concerts at the
Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater!
Social Media Listening
Since last meeting's updates didn't include a Social Media Listening link this report
covers 7/31-8/30: https://share.sproutsocial.com/view/2c2230f9-cbf8-4736-a230-
f9cbf8a73616 Volume of posts compared to the previous month was down 7%, which
isn't surprising given that the previous reporting period included 4th of July.
Social media is a great way to take a peek at the wide variety of individual experiences
happening in Vail and can be a fun way to see our town being enjoyed through so many
different lenses. Here is just a sampling:
A band that played Hot Summer Nights
A ballet dancer posting professional shots for Vail Dance
A grandparent sharing a pic of their grandson enjoying Bighorn Park
Some wonderful West Vail-ers making space for the next generation of Vail
locals
Also ICYMI Vail Police's post highlighting new cars and new officers really took off with
lots of positive engagement.
In the News______________________________________________________
Aug. 16
Town of Vail draws winner for opportunity to purchase home in Chamonix Vail
https://www.vaildaily.com/news/town-of-vail-draws-winner-for-opportunity-to-purchase-
home-in-chamonix-vail/
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Town of Vail gets a small win in bighorn sheep case, but larger appeal is still ongoing
https://www.vaildaily.com/news/town-of-vail-gets-a-small-win-in-bighorn-sheep-case-
but-larger-appeal-is-still-ongoing/
Aug. 19
Town of Vail to consider installing a standing wave on Gore Creek
https://www.vaildaily.com/news/town-of-vail-to-consider-installing-a-standing-wave-on-
gore-creek/
Aug. 22
Colorado’s latest geothermal report and regulations dig into the resource’s potential
across the state
https://www.vaildaily.com/news/colorado-geothermal-report-resources/
Aug. 23
Romer: Timber Ridge is a model for future housing
https://www.vaildaily.com/opinion/romer-timber-ridge-is-a-model-for-future-housing/
How a new Ford Amphitheater not in Vail and ticket sites are creating confusion for
concertgoers
https://www.vaildaily.com/news/ticket-confusion-ford-amphitheater-vail/
Aug. 28
Michelin-recommended Italian restaurant is opening its next Colorado location in Vail
https://www.vaildaily.com/news/michelin-recommended-italian-restaurant-is-opening-its-
next-colorado-location-in-vail/
https://www.westword.com/restaurants/michelin-recommended-tavernetta-opening-vail-
location-21773103
https://www.denverpost.com/2024/08/27/tavernetta-opening-vail-bobby-stuckey/
https://www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article/four-seasons-resort-vail-partners-with-
frasca-for-tavernetta-vails-grand-opening-in-winter-2024/
https://kdvr.com/denver-guide/food-drink/michelin-award-winning-restaurant-to-open-
location-in-nearby-ski-town/
New wave movement: Vail studying surf features while Eagle looks to improve its
whitewater park
https://www.vaildaily.com/news/vail-eagle-standing-wave-whitewater-surfing/
Aug. 29
Letter: The destruction of Colorado's fragile rivers
https://www.vaildaily.com/opinion/letter-the-destruction-of-colorados-fragile-rivers/
Aug. 30
Labor Day Weekend in the Vail Valley is jam-packed with Oktoberfest, jazz music, and
a chance to win $5,000
https://www.vaildaily.com/entertainment/labor-day-weekend-vail-valley-oktoberfest-jazz-
music/
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Upcoming Dates
September 10 Vail Social !
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