HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-12-03 Agenda and Supporting Documentation Town Council Afternoon Meeting1.Call to Order (12:10pm)
2.Presentation/Discussion (12:10pm)
2.1 Cascade Area A Discussion (12:10pm)90 min.
The Vail Town Council is being asked by the applicant, to
collaborate in the creation of a development plan to move
towards the implementation of a successful redevelopment of
Development Area A, Cascade Village, SDD4, generally
located at 1300 Westhaven Drive.
Presenter(s): Greg Roy, Planning Manager and George
Ruther, AICP Principal, Ruther Associates, LLC
Background: Development Area A of Cascade is more than 17
acres in size and ideally suited for redevelopment. The
applicant is requesting the Town Council adopt an overall
development plan for this area that articulates redevelopment
goals and objectives, prescribes a process and an estimated
timeline for completion, and provides a framework for future
decision making and has been deemed beneficial for the Vail
community.
2.2 Lot 10 Discussion (1:40pm)30 min.
Provide staff with direction whether to continue to engage on a
design concept for Lot 10.
Presenter(s): Matt Gennett, Community Development Director
and Dominic Mauriello, Mauriello Planning Group, LLC
Background: The purpose of this discussion is to review
project goals, design drivers, and concept options for Lot 10
and discuss next steps for this project.
2.3 Gore Creek Promenade Design Concepts Follow Up
Discussion (2:10pm)
45 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_FhF_KkG8QiCu5Hk-mU4g0w
12:10 PM December 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.
Staff Memo - Cascade Area A
Applicant memo 12-03-2024
2024-12-03 Town Council Presentation
Public Participation
Lot 10 Staff Memo
Applicant Presentation 12-3-24
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Listen to presentation and provide feedback.
Presenter(s): Gregg Barrie, Town Landscape Architect
Background: The purpose of this agenda item is to present an
updated conceptual design for the Gore Creek Promenade
Renewal project.
3.DRB/PEC (2:55pm)
3.1 DRB/PEC Update (5 min.)
4.Information Update (3:00pm)
4.1 November 12, 2024 VLHA Meeting Minutes
4.2 November 2024 Revenue Update
5.Matters from Mayor, Council, Town Manager and Committee Reports (3:00pm)
5.1 Matters from Mayor, Town Council, and Committees (15
min.)
5.2 Town Manager Report (5 min.)
5.3 Council Matters and Status Report
6.Executive Session (3:20pm)
(60 min.) Executive Session pursuant to:
1. C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(f) - for the purposes of discussion of a personnel matter not
involving any specific employees who have requested discussion of the matter in open
session, any member of this body or any elected official, the appointment of any person
to fill an office of this body or of an elected official, or personnel policies that do not
require the discussion of matters personal to particular employees, concerning a
performance evaluation of the Town Manager.
7.Recess 4:20pm (estimated)
Gore Creek Promenade Renewal TC Memo 12-3-24
Gore Creek Promenade TC 12-3-24 Powerpoint
PEC Results 11-25-24
DRB Results 11-20-24
2024-11-12 VLHA Minutes
241203 Revenue Update
241203 Matters
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 2.1
Item Cover Page
DATE:December 3, 2024
TIME:90 min.
SUBMITTED BY:Greg Roy, Community Development
ITEM TYPE:Presentation/Discussion
AGENDA SECTION:Presentation/Discussion (12:10pm)
SUBJECT:Cascade Area A Discussion (12:10pm)
SUGGESTED ACTION:The Vail Town Council is being asked by the applicant, to collaborate
in the creation of a development plan to move towards the
implementation of a successful redevelopment of Development Area
A, Cascade Village, SDD4, generally located at 1300 Westhaven
Drive.
PRESENTER(S):Greg Roy, Planning Manager and George Ruther, AICP Principal,
Ruther Associates, LLC
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
Staff Memo - Cascade Area A
Applicant memo 12-03-2024
2024-12-03 Town Council Presentation
Public Participation
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To: Vail Town Council
From: Community Development Department
Date: December 3, 2024
Subject: SDD No. 4, Cascade Village, Area A
I. BACKGROUND
The purpose of this agenda item is to consider a policy discussion regarding a visioning
effort to create an overall development plan for Development Area A, Cascade Village,
SDD No. 4, generally located at 1300 Westhaven Drive, Vail, Colorado.
Development Area A of Cascade is more than 17 acres in size and ideally suited for
redevelopment. The applicant is requesting the Town Council adopt an overall
development plan for this area that articulates redevelopment goals and objectives,
prescribes a process and an estimated timeline for completion, and provides a framework
for future decision making and has been deemed beneficial for the Vail community.
II. SDD NO. 4, CASCADE VILLAGE, DEVELOPMENT AREA A
Special Development District No. 4, Cascade Village, was adopted by Ordinance No. 4
Series of 1976. At least twenty amendments have occurred between 1977 and 2008. The
subject property was a Planned Unit Development under Eagle County jurisdiction then
annexed in 1975. Because the property was annexed into the Town of Vail as a Planned
Unit Development under Eagle County jurisdiction and early Special Development Districts
were not based on underlying zoning, there is no underlying zoning for Cascade Village .
As there is no underlying zoning, the Land Use Plan’s land use designation is a key part of
the vision for this area. Cascade Village is designated RAS – Resort Accommodations and
the relevant portions of the Land Use Plan are listed below:
RAS – Resort Accommodations and Services
This area includes activities aimed at accommodating the overnight and short-term visitor
to the area. Primary uses include hotels, lodges, service stations and parking structures
(with densities up to 25 dwelling units and 50 accommodation units per buildable acre).
(See also P. 28):
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3. Resort Accommodation Services This area has been designated for the area which
extends from the Lionshead hotel / accommodation unit area east along the Frontage Road
to Vail Road. Cascade village has also been designated as Resort Accommodation. These
are the areas where hotel uses will be concentrated during the planning period, reflecting
the community goals to concentrate hotels within the core areas. These areas total 52
acres, or about 2% of the land area studied.
Development Area A is made up of Cascade Club (Aria building), Cascade Hotel (Grand
Hyatt), CMC/Cascade Residences, Cornerstone, Liftside, Millrace, and Westhaven sites.
The portion of Area A for today’s discussion are the first four sites noted above, which are
under a single ownership structure. Given the lack of underlying zoning and any recent
master planning activity, a collaborative discussion among stakeholders about broad goals
in Cascade Village Area A is warranted.
III. SUGGESTED ACTION
The Vail Town Council is being asked by the applicant, to collaborate in the creation of a
development plan to move towards the implementation of a successful redevelopment of
Development Area A, Cascade Village, SDD4, generally located at 1300 Westhaven
Drive.
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RUTHER ASSOCIATES LLC
P.O. Box 6516, Vail, CO. 81658
(970) 376-2675
george@rutherassociates.com
To: Vail Town Council
From: Alonso Ruiz de Velasco, PHH, Project Manager
Charles Elmann, PHH, Vail Hotel Partners LLC Manager
Elias Ehrlich, PHH, Administrative Manager
George Ruther, Principal, Ruther Associates LLC
Date: December 3, 2024
Re:Vail Town Council Worksession - Special Development District No. 4. Cascade Village,
Development Area A, Overall Development Plan Process
1. Purpose
The purpose of this worksession agenda item is to engage in a dialogue with the Vail Town Council
on the creation of an overall development plan document to guide the future redevelopment within
Development Area A, Cascade Village, Special Development District No. 4 and receive feedback
and direction from the Vail Town Council on the subsequent adoption of an opportunity statement,
redevelopment goals and objectives, and a mutually acceptable timeline for completion.
The objective of the overall development plan document is to create a framework for future decision-
making and ensure future development applications address the shared opportunities and issues
identified within the overall development plan. This process has three primary steps which include
the following:
1. Adoption of an opportunity statement, redevelopment goals and objectives, and timeline
for completion
2. Overall development plan review and recommendation – Town of Vail Planning &
Environmental Commission
3. Overall development plan adoption – Vail Town Council
A timeline for completion has been prepared to ensure progress in the adoption of the overall
development plan document and provide transparency for adjacent property owners, stakeholders,
and potentially affected parties in the plan development process. The overall success of the process
is dependent upon a defined schedule and timeline for completion. A key driver of the schedule is to
ensure that the first phase of redevelopment applications is ready for submitting for a building permit
application by no later than the start of the fourth quarter of calendar year 2025.
2. Opportunity Statement
Significant opportunities exist within Development Area A, Cascade Village for redevelopment.
Overtime, redevelopment activity in Development Area A has not kept pace with changes and
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improvements which have been realized elsewhere in the Town of Vail. As a result, a substantial
amount of unrealized redevelopment potential exists within Development Area A. Tapping into this
unrealized potential will result in direct public benefits to the Vail community.
To clearly articulate the shared justifications and reasonings for engaging in the process of creating
an overall development plan document, the following opportunity statement is recommended for
discussion and adoption:
“Cascade Village, Development Area A, was originally intended to be a third village in Vail
and distinct portal to Vail Mountain. However, unlike Vail Village and Lionshead Village,
Cascade Village, Development Area A, has devolved from its original intent as a mountain
portal and has not seen the level of reinvestment realized elsewhere in Vail. Due to
inadequate public transportation and pedestrian connectivity, it is perceived to be remotely
located and disconnected from the other two villages. Further, Development Area A lacks the
charm, character, appeal and vibrancy expected of a world-class resort. Traffic flow through
Development Area A can become congested and disconnected at times. Potential
hospitality, retail and recreational uses, and community amenities are unmet or unrealized.
Many of the buildings are outdated, physically aging and functionally under-utilized, resulting
in negative impacts to property values, private profits and public revenues. Significant
redevelopment opportunities exist; however, no overall plan or underlying zoning is
prescribed to guide development. For the first time since its original approval, the vast
majority of Development Area A is back under a single ownership structure. It would be
short-sighted to ignore these conditions and opportunities and do nothing. Given the
renewed single ownership structure and unrealized potential of Development Area A, the
opportunity now exists for the public and private sectors to act collaboratively to renew and
revitalize this important mountain portal for the benefit of the Vail community.”
Resolution No. ??, Series of 2024, Vail Town Council, December 17, 2024.
In the end, it is recommended that the opportunity statement be adopted by resolution of the Vail
Town Council.
3. Redevelopment Goals and Objectives
The Vail Town Council sets policy for land use through the adoption of development goals and
objectives. A list of general development goals and objectives are listed in Chapter II, Land Use
Plan Goals/Policies, of the Vail Land Use Plan. Further, Section 12-1-2, Purpose, of the Vail
Town Code, articulates the general and specific purposes of the development regulations of the
Town of Vail. While each is applicable to all development in Vail, at times, a greater level of
detailed recommendations is required to achieve the Town’s development goals and objectives.
The most relevant examples of this are the Vail Village Master Plan and Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan. Both plans were adopted by the Vail Town Council to guide future
decision-making and realize redevelopment opportunities in the respective village areas. Unlike
Vail Village and Lionshead, a similar such plan does not exist for Development Area A of
Cascade Village.
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The Town staff and property owners collaborated on the creation of a list of development goals
and objectives for consideration. Achieving these development goals will significantly contribute
to the Vail community as the goals address a long list of ongoing issues facing Cascade Village.
The following development goals and objectives are recommended for adoption by the Vail
Town Council and are intended to be used to guide future decision-making on the
redevelopment of the Cascade Village, Development Area A, site:
Seize the Full Opportunity – The uses within Development Area A are currently
underperforming their full potential. Like the commercial core areas of Vail Village and
Lionshead Village, it is to the mutual benefit of the Vail community and the property
owner(s)within Development Area A to implement strategies to realize the full potential of
Cascade Village.
Improved Vehicular Circulation – Lessen vehicle trips on Westhaven Drive and enhance
traffic circulation on the South Frontage Road through the Town’s support for vehicle
access to the parking garage and Aria development site from the South Frontage Road.
Parking -Meet the vehicle parking needs of the uses, as demonstrated by a Parking
Management Plan,within Development Area A and support managed public parking that
optimizes the utilization and operational efficiencies of an expanded parking garage.
Strengthened Economic Base -Increase sales tax and lodging tax collections on a per
square foot basis through the revitalization of new and existing retail spaces, increased
hotel occupancy, and a managed short-term rental program for dwelling units.
Expanded Public Transportation - Expand operations and frequency of service of the
free, in-town, Town of Vail public bus system into Cascade Village beyond existing
conditions.
Pedestrian Connectivity – Implement pedestrian connectivity solutions to enhance
pedestrian access to Cascade Village. This is most effectively achieved through a
coordinated planning effort with the proposed West Lionshead Village Plan.
Create a Vibrant Ski Area Portal – Each of the three ski area portals to Vail Mountain is
strategically located to provide a positive guest experience. Ensuring a vibrant ski area
portal through enhanced guest amenities, improved access and transportation, diversity
of uses, and an abundance of activity is a key driver of the overall development plan.
Economic Incentives -Increase the total allowable density, including both dwelling units
per acre and gross residential floor area (GRFA), as successfully demonstrated in
Lionshead Village, to create economic incentives to redevelop Cascade Village and help
fund public amenities. A 30% increase in density was deemed necessary in Lionshead
Village along with increased building height allowances to accommodate the added density.
Time is of the Essence - Implement the first phase of redevelopment (i.e. Cornerstone
Condominiums) in 2025.
Chairlift Access - Ensure maintenance/construction vehicle access to the chairlift base area
to accommodate required maintenance, repair, and future chair lift upgrades. This goal can
only be achieved through a coordinated response from the ski lift operator and metro-district
board.
Phased Redevelopment - Identify a mutually acceptable phased approach to
redevelopment within Development Area A. To be successful, the phased approach shall be
logistically feasible and financially viable.
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Environmental Stewardship – Environmental sustainability best practices shall be
incorporated into the design, construction, and future operations of the new buildings
including solar array installation, car share program, energy conservation code
construction compliance, water conservation measures, durable building materials, etc.
Renewal and Redevelopment - Enhance the urban design and update the architectural
design consistent with the character of the Special Development District No. 4 and the
adopted design standards and guidelines of the Town of Vail.
Public/Private Partnership – Partner with the Town of Vail to provide community amenities
such as stream tract enhancements along the Gore Creek riparian corridor and develop
community housing and daycare facilities on the existing tennis court site.
Improved Operational Infrastructure - Ensure that adequate centralized operational
services, such as loading & delivery, trash/recycling, etc. are accommodated within
Development Area A. An operational plan, like those adopted in Vail Village and Lionshead
should be a product of the redevelopment process.
4. Timeline for Completion
The purpose of this section of the memorandum is to outline a timeline for completion for the overall
development plan process. The objective of the timeline is to ensure continual progress in the
adoption of the overall development plan document and provide transparency for adjacent property
owners, stakeholders, and potentially affected parties in the plan development process. In the
absence of a mutually agreeable timeline for completion, the overall development plan process runs
the risk of becoming ineffective and inefficient, resulting in uncertainty of progress, unnecessary
delay, and added cost. To a similar but lesser extent, the development team is seeking the same
degree of collaboration with the Town of Vail and Vail community as was successfully demonstrated
during the redevelopment of the Vail Health campus and the creation of the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan with Vail Resorts.
The timeline for completion is as follows:
November 27, 2024 – Submittal of Vail Town Council packet materials for Town Council
afternoon worksession on December 3, 2024, including letter formally withdrawing the
Cornerstone development application.
December 3, 2024 – Vail Town Council afternoon worksession to discuss planning process
and draft Opportunity Statement and draft Redevelopment Goals and Objectives (90
minutes).
December 17, 2024 – Vail Town Council evening session to adopt mutually acceptable
Opportunity Statement, Redevelopment Goals and Objectives, timeline for completion.
January 6, 2025 – Submittal of overall development plan document for review and
recommendation at the Town of Vail Planning & Environmental Commission (PEC) meeting
on January 27, 2025.
January 27, 2025 – Initial PEC Meeting to present proposed overall development plan
document. PEC to provide initial feedback.
February 10, 2025 – PEC Meeting for final recommendation of overall development plan
document to Vail Town Council. Final recommendation shall be to either recommend:
o 1) approval,
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o 2) approval with modifications, or
o 3) denial
of the proposed application.
February 18, 2025 – Forward PEC recommendation to the Vail Town Council and present
proposed overall development plan application for initial review and consideration.
March 4, 2025 – First reading of ordinance to adopt amendment to Special Development
District No. 4, Cascade Village, Development Area A, approving the overall development
plan document.
March 18, 2025 – Second reading of ordinance and final approval of the overall development
plan document.
April 1 and 15 – Present Development Agreement to the Vail Town Council for review and
approval, subject to an approving resolution.
March 24, 2025 – Submit Cornerstone SDD major amendment development application for
review by the Town of Vail Planning & Environmental Commission meeting on April 28,
2025.
April 28, 2025 – PEC review and recommendation to the Vail Town Council of Cornerstone
SDD major amendment development application based upon criteria in the Vail Town Code,
including the recently adopted overall development plan.
May 19, 2025 – First reading of ordinance approving Cornerstone SDD major amendment
development application by the Vail Town Council
June 9, 2025 – Second reading of ordinance approving Cornerstone SDD major amendment
development application by the Vail Town Council.
5. Next Steps
Progress toward a major amendment application(s) for Special Development District No. 4, Cascade
Village, Development Area A, is the objective of the overall development plan process. To that end,
a series of next steps have been identified to advance progress. The following next steps are
recommended:
o Meet with the Town staff to propose an opportunity statement, formulate a list of
recommended development goals and objectives for Development Area A, and prepare a
timeline for completion of the overall development plan document process. (DONE)
o Present the recommended development goals and objectives and timeline for completion to
the Vail Town Council on December 3 for review and consideration.
o Present a mutually acceptable opportunity statement and final list of development goals and
objectives to the Vail Town Council for adoption on December 17.
o Actively engage with potentially affected parties, stakeholders, adjacent property owners,
and owners with Development Area A to gain input and feedback on the proposed overall
development plan.
o Discuss with Town staff and prepare a mutually acceptable format for the framework of the
overall development plan document. The overall development plan document shall be
incorporated into the development plans for SDD No. 4 and approved by ordinance of the
Vail Town Council.
o Submit a major amendment application for an updated overall development plan for
Development Area A to the Town of Vail Planning & Environmental Commission (PEC)
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based upon the adopted redevelopment goals and objectives for Development Area A. The
PEC shall forward its recommendation to the Vail Town Council.
The following next steps are required to advance the overall development plan process:
Reach out to all property owners within Cascade Village, Development Area A, adjacent
property owners, and other potentially affected parties of the applicant’s intent to withdraw
the development application and engage in an overall development plan document adoption
process with the Town of Vail.
Written confirmation from Town of Vail staff of overall development plan SDD major
amendment application submittal requirements.
Written notice from the applicant of the desire to formally withdraw the Cornerstone
development application which includes the expressed intent to resubmit the development
application immediately upon adoption of the overall development plan document.
Acceptance with the Town of Vail staff of a mutually agreeable opportunity statement and list
of redevelopment goals and objectives prior to meeting with the Vail Town Council on
December 3, 2024.
Acceptance with the Town of Vail staff of a recommended schedule of review of the overall
development plan SDD major amendment application prior to meeting with the Vail Town
Council on December 3, 2024.
Confirmation of acceptance of public notice requirements and public notice language from
the Vail Town attorney.
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CASCADE VILLAGE (RE)DEVELOPMENT PLAN. THE BROADER VISION.
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Town Council Presentation.
Town of Vail.
December 3, 2024.
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Gore Creek
Westhaven Dr.
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S Frontage Rd W
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Cascade Village (Re)Development. The Broader Vision.
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VICINITY MAP. EXISTING CONDITIONS.
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Existing Buildings:
1.Grand Hyatt Vail (Hotel)
2.Aria Spa, Gym & Parking
3.CMC Building
4.Cornerstone (lot)
5.Westhaven Building
6.Liftside Condominiums
7.Millrace Condominiums
8.Cascades on Gore Creek
9.Cascade Lift
10.Tennis Courts
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Gore Creek
Westhaven Dr.
I 70
S Frontage Rd W
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Special Development District No. 4, Area A. Parcels.
Development Area A: 17.955 acres
1.Grand Hyatt Vail (Hotel)
2.Aria Spa, Gym & Parking
3.CMC Building
4.Cornerstone (lot)
5.Westhaven Building
6.Liftside Condominiums
7.Millrace Condominiums
8.Cascades on Gore Creek
9.Cascade Lift
Adjacent to Area A, within SDD No. 4:
A.Tennis Courts (lot)
Cascade Village (Re)Development. The Broader Vision.
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Westhaven Dr.
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Properties Under Ownership:
Within Area A:
1.Grand Hyatt Vail 5.065 acres
2.Aria Spa, Gym & Parking 1.735 acres
3.CMC Building: 0.730 acres
90% of the commercial side
4.Cornerstone (lot) 0.698 acres
Adjacent to Area A, within SDD No. 4:
A.Tennis Courts (lot) 3.000 acres
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Special Development District No. 4, Area A. Parcels. OWNERSHIP.
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This is the first time in decades, that the Hotel accommodations and
surroundings are controlled under one ownership.
With this, improvements can be done, as other areas in Vail, to develop as
originally intended for Cascade Village, to create a vibrant portal to Vail Mountain,
through:
•(Re)Vitalize Cascade Village.
•(Re)Position Cascade Village as a “gateway” to Vail Mountain.
•(Re)Create “new” destination to increase traffic and energy to the Village
•(Re)Use idle space.
•(Re)enhance connectivity through
•(Re)Engage Community Amenities
•(Re)Activate with Critical Mass through increased Density and additional
Building Height.
Support the positioning of new infrastructure much needed to serve the
community.
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Cascade Village (Re)Development. The Broader Vision.
THE OPPORTUNITY
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The success of the broader vision will rely on:
•Improved Connectivity
•Pedestrian Accessibility
•Expanded Public Transportation
•Organized Vehicular Circulation
•Additional Parking infrastructure
•Retail Activation
•Economical Incentives
•Public/Private Partnerships
•Updated Public Amenities
•Improved Operational Infrastructure
•Better Chairlift Access
•Including Opportunities for Community Programs:
•Day Care
•Multipurpose Rooms
✴Lionshead 2002 (pre masterplan)
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Cascade Village (Re)Development. The Broader Vision.
THE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
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Collection of Sales and Lodging Tax Generation by:
•Increasing Footfall
•Providing Public Parking
•Creating Retail Venues
•Complementing Public Transportation
•Integrating Public Amenities
•Offering of Employee Housing
•Contributing to Growth of Population
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Cascade Village (Re)Development. The Broader Vision.
EFFECTS OF THE (RE)ACTIVATION OF CASCADE VILLAGE.
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Gore Creek
Westhaven Dr.
I 70
S Frontage Rd W
Properties that are Currently Under-Utilized:
A.Aria Spa, Gym, Alpine Hall
B.Pedestrian Drop-Off
C.Cornerstone (lot)
D.CMC Building (90% of the commercial side)
✴Theaters
✴Offices
✴Retail
E.Hotel Atrium
F.Ticket Office & Skiers Plaza
G.Cascade Lift
H.Tennis Courts (lot)
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Cascade Village (Re)Development. The Broader Vision.
AREAS OF OPPORTUNITY.
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Cascade Village (Re)Development. The Broader Vision.
AREAS OF OPPORTUNITY. EXISTING CONDITIONS (PHOTOS).
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Cascade Village (Re)Development. The Broader Vision.
AREAS OF OPPORTUNITY. EXISTING CONDITIONS (PHOTOS).
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AREAS OF OPPORTUNITY. EXISTING CONDITIONS (PHOTOS).
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Westhaven Dr.
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Identified Potential (Re)Development
Opportunities within Ownership’s control:
“On site” - within Area A of SDD No. 4.
1.New Development:
Retail / Parking / EHUs / Residential
2.(Re)Development:
Parking Structure (existing) / New Parking /
New Residential.
3.(Re)Development:
New EHUs / Retail & Office.
4.(Re)Enhancement:
New Community Amenities through
Hardscape and Landscape
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POTENTIAL (RE)DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH ECONOMIC INCENTIVES.
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Cascade Village (Re)Development. The Broader Vision.
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S Frontage Rd W
Gore Creek
Westhaven Dr.
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THE VISION. PRELIMINARY CONCEPT. GENERAL PLAN.
Cascade Village (Re)Development. The Broader Vision.
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S Frontage Rd W
Gore Creek
Westhaven Dr.
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THE VISION. PRELIMINARY CONCEPT. CORNERSTONE.
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S Frontage Rd W
Gore Creek
Westhaven Dr.
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THE VISION. PRELIMINARY CONCEPT. ARIA BUILDING.
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S Frontage Rd W
Gore Creek
Westhaven Dr.
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THE VISION. PRELIMINARY CONCEPT. CMC BUILDING.
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S Frontage Rd W
Gore Creek
Westhaven Dr.
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THE VISION. PRELIMINARY CONCEPT. PEDESTRIAN CONNECTIVITY.
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DECEMBER 17th- resolution to approve the development goals and
objectives.
Timeline DEFINITION.
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Cascade Village (Re)Development. The Broader Vision.
NEXT STEPS DEFINITION
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From:Stanley Beard
To:PublicInputTownCouncil
Subject:Former Cornerstone Development
Date:Tuesday, December 3, 2024 9:03:28 AM
TO: VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
I have been the co-owner of the residence at 1275 Westhaven Circle since 1987.
Unfortunately, I will be unable to attend the Council meeting today regarding the Cascade
Village re-development plan.
Please consider the following the following comments and concerns:
1. The Cornerstone Developers approached its development with an absolutely
outrageous greed driven proposal with no consideration for the existing owners' rights,
conveniences and safety. They were relentless. Thank you for reacting in a manner that
caused the developer's withdrawal. Please continue to be aware that the same
developer is now proposing the re-development, is and will continue to demand heavier
density, higher structures and infringement upon areas that are now being used by the
public, e.g. the base lift area and ticket office. Greed is slow to die. Please don't let the
addition of George Ruther to the team influence you, he is a nice competent guy who
has involved himself with the wrong people.
2. Many of the same Cornerstone concerns remain:
Building heights and density;
No encroachment into the lift and ticket office area nor privatizing the ticket office,
including no cascading buildings from street level to the lift level;
No moving the town bus stop to the frontage road acceleration lane and certainly no
alteration or removal of the acceleration lane;
No short term front desk rentals under the guise of residences;
The added skier use of the existing lift will render it obsolete. The developer should be
required to upgrade the lift at no cost to the existing owners and/or existing or new
taxing districts;
The construction, even scaled down, will be gigantic and lengthy. Westhaven Drive
must be maintained as a two lane drive throughout the construction period.
If this re-development plan moves forward, there are many other considerations but for now,
please go forward cautiously with these people and continue to listen to the current owners.
Thank you, Stan Beard
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Stanley S. Beard
Cell: 970.390.1230
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 2.2
Item Cover Page
DATE:December 3, 2024
TIME:30 min.
SUBMITTED BY:Steph Johnson, Town Manager
ITEM TYPE:Presentation/Discussion
AGENDA SECTION:Presentation/Discussion (12:10pm)
SUBJECT:Lot 10 Discussion (1:40pm)
SUGGESTED ACTION:Provide staff with direction whether to continue to engage on a design
concept for Lot 10.
PRESENTER(S):Matt Gennett, Community Development Director and Dominic
Mauriello, Mauriello Planning Group, LLC
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
Lot 10 Staff Memo
Applicant Presentation 12-3-24
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To: Vail Town Council
From: Community Development Department
Date: December 3, 2024
Subject: Lot 10, Vail Village Filing No. 2 / 281 West Meadow Drive
I. BACKGROUND
Lot 10 is a small Town-owned parcel located on West Meadow Drive between Vail Health
and Dobson Ice Arena. Lot 10 is 0.463 acres in area and is currently developed as a
surface parking lot utilized by the Vail Library staff and patrons requiring accessible
parking. The parcel is included within the Civic Area Plan study area. The master plan
recommendations include the following:
• Involving the community and neighboring property owners in the design of the park.
• Coordinating with the Evergreen Lodge redevelopment and,
• Identifying alternate accessible parking for patrons of the Library and Library staff.
The Lot 10 parcel is bisected by the West Meadow Drive bus route. The latest planning
and design concepts, including what is contemplated in the Civic Area Plan, involve just
the portion of the parcel north of West Meadow Drive. The southern piece of the parcel
includes a green space and the start of the detached portion of the Gore Valley Trail .
On June 18, 2024, staff provided an afternoon presentation and discussion item to Council
regarding conceptual design alternatives for Lot 10. After receiving feedback from Council
and given the underwhelming amount of public interest in the project, staff reconsidered
how to approach achieving the Town goals for the lot.
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II. EVERGREEN LODGE REDEVELOPMENT
(Rendering from Evergreen redevelopment application)
The Evergreen Lodge property is located directly to the north of Lot 10. The redevelopment
of the Evergreen will be one of the most significant major projects to occur in several years.
Currently, the Evergreen has limited exposure from West Meadow Drive and is primarily
oriented to the South Frontage Road. The planned redevelopment will increase the
presence of the building on West Meadow Drive as well as along South Frontage Road
where the vehicular access will occur. The Evergreen holds a pedestrian access easement
across Lot 10 to West Meadow Drive.
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Redevelopment plans include a public pedestrian corridor between the South Frontage
Road and West Meadow Drive. The corridor consists of a six foot (minimum) heated
concrete walkway and stairways which follows the route between the Evergreen and Vail
Health, passing through the Evergreen’s landscape plaza before arriving at the south
property line approximately 12 feet (in elevation) above Lot 10 and West Meadow Drive.
III. SUMMARY
The development team for the Evergreen is interested in partnering with the Town to
construct a park on Lot 10. The proposal is that they would construct and maintain the park.
Of note, the access would require stairs as the courtyard is approximately 12 feet above
Lot 10. This elevation difference is due to the landscape lid that covers the at-grade parking
for Vail Health. The current Evergreen approval shows a staircase on Evergreen property,
a redesign of Lot 10 may provide an opportunity to construct a more appealing stairway on
Lot 10, and plan future connectivity with the Gore Valley Trail along the south side of Lot
10.
There are many important factors when considering the design of Lot 10. The Civic Area
Plan considers Lot 10 to be the entry to the Civic Area and should work in conjunction with
the other properties in the Civic Area. This is the space that could host some outdoor
component that connects to Middle Creek.
The park could also function as a connector to the “central plaza” of the Ever green that
may be open to the public as well, as be a southern entry point to the Evergreen itself.
Town Council will have the final decision on the project’s scope and design.
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How that design is selected is also important. As noted above, there was a notable lack of
input on the last go around with the proposed design of Lot 10. That attempt utilized the
Town’s outreach website, Engage Vail, and direct mailers to all surrounding properties, but
did not see much response. Town Council noted that they would like to see a more robust
public outreach campaign to inform the design of Lot 10. Should the Town Council agree
to pursue working with the Evergreen on a design, staff recommends that several design
charrettes be held in addition to the Engage Vail and other social media ads. As a piece of
public property, the community should have the opportunity to give input on the use of the
property.
IV. SUGGESTED ACTION
Should staff continue to engage with the Evergreen team to work on developing a design
for Lot 10?
If Council directs staff to continue to work with the Evergreen team, staff recommends the
following next steps:
• Develop a working agreement for design that includes project goals and givens
• Outline the design process that includes public engagement, Council engagement
and the town’s design review process
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LOT 10 PROJECT 1
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
AGENDA
01. LOT 10 UNDERSTANDING
02. PROJECT GOALS
03. DESIGN DRIVERS
04. CONCEPT OPTIONS
05. NEXT STEPS
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LOT 10 PROJECT 2
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
LOT 10 UNDERSTANDING - SCOPE AND CONSTRAINTS
13,900 sf
SCREEN PARKING LOT
+ VAIL HEALTH
PROJECT SCOPE OF
WORK
Lot 10 is a small parcel in central Vail. The public
parcel is currently a parking lot and is proposed to be
redeveloped into a park. The design and construction
of the parcel is led by the developer of the
adjacent Evergreen project. Any and all community
engagement, public outreach, and Town approvals
processes will be followed. Below are key items to
note about this project:
• The parcel is divided into two sections by
Meadow Drive, which will remain as-is through
the duration of this project. The northern
section of the parcel is the primary scope of
work for the park, and the southern section,
which today houses a sculpture and many
large existing trees, is to remain relatively in its
current state, with minor interventions.
• The eastern edge of the parcel must screen
views to the Vail Health building and parking lot.
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• The western edge of the parcel will seamlessly
integrate into the Middle Creek corridor.
MIDDLE
CREEK
CORRIDOR
FUTURE
EVERGREEN
DEVELOPMENT
“THE LID” OVER
VAIL HEALTH
PARKING
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LOT 10 PROJECT 3
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
LOT 10 UNDERSTANDING - CONNECTIONS
Due to its adjacency to many city amenities, Lot
10 must serve to create, enhance, and support
connections to neighboring landmarks. These
connections include:
• Strengthen connections to the adjacent civic
district, including Dobson Arena and the Vail
Public Library.
• Connecting the park to the existing Vail-
Lionshead Bike Path and the Lionshead
Gondola.
• Maintaining a pedestrian bridge connection
across Middle Creek
• Connect pedestrians through the Evergreen
Development to the Frontage Road, navigating
12 ft of grade change.
• Connect to and provide outdoor cafe seating
to serve the proposed coffee program in the
future Evergreen Development.
MIDDLE
CREEK
CORRIDOR
DOBSON
ARENA
VAIL
PUBLIC
LIBRARY
FUTURE
EVERGREEN
DEVELOPMENT “THE LID” OVER
VAIL HEALTH
PARKING
MAINTAIN MIDDLE
CREEK CONNECTION
CONNECT TO
CIVIC DISTRICT
CONNECTION TO
EXISTING BIKE WAY
CONNECTION TO
EVERGREEN + CAFE
CONNECTION
THROUGH SITE
CONNECTION TO
MEADOW DRIVE
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LOT 10 PROJECT 4
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
LOT 10 UNDERSTANDING - PUBLIC SPACE EXPANSION
Along with Lot 10, the proposed development
of the adjacent Evergreen project will include
approximately 20,000 additional square feet of fully-
accessible public realm. The design of Lot 10 will
support the invitation to and connection through this
space. Pedestrian paths will navigate through the
development to connect to the Frontage Road and the
proposed restaurant inside the Evergreen lobby:
• The additional public realm within the
Evergreen development increases the area
accessible to the public significantly.
• The design of Lot 10 will welcome and invite
visitors into the public realm within the
Evergreen courtyard.
• The material and aesthetic quality between Lot
10 park and the Evergreen courtyard will feel
cohesive.
APPROX. 20,000 SF
FULLY-ACCESSIBLE
PUBLIC REALM
APPROX. 5,800 SF
PUBLIC CONNECTION
TO FRONTAGE ROAD
LOT 10
FUTURE
EVERGREEN
DEVELOPMENT
PEDESTRIAN
CONNECTION
THROUGH SITE
39,700 SQ. FT.
OF TOTAL PUBLIC REALM
13,900 sf
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LOT 10 PROJECT 5
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
PROJECT GOALS
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LOT 10 PROJECT 6
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
01. ESTABLISH A
SIGNATURE CIVIC
SPACE
02. AMPLIFY THE VAIL
EXPERIENCE
03. CENTER ART AS A
DESTINATION
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LOT 10 PROJECT 7
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
ESTABLISH A POWERFUL SENSE OF PLACECONNECT AND LEVERAGE EXISTING
INFRASTRUCTURE TO THE SITE
OFFER NEW AMENITIES THAT ACTIVATE
THE PUBLIC REALM
01. ESTABLISH A SIGNATURE CIVIC SPACE
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LOT 10 PROJECT 8
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
CONNECT TO EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE
10-MINUTE W
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GONDOLA LIFT
5-MINUTE WALKCIVIC ZONEPARKING STRUCTURE
GONDOLA LIFT
GONDOLA LIFT
LOT 10 SITE SOLARIS PLAZA
Lot 10 is a new civic node, enhancing the
adjacent civic zone, connecting Lionshead
and Vail Villages, making the site a
destination for visitors and residents.
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LOT 10 PROJECT 9
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
SUPPORTS SURROUNDING AMENITIES
SUNBIRD PLAYGROUND
PARKING STRUCTURE DOBSON
ARENA
PUBLIC
LIBRARY
VAIL HEALTH
HOSPITAL
GONDOLA LIFT
VAIL-LIONSHEAD
BIKE PATH
LIONSHEAD
VILLAGE
VAIL
LOT 10
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MEADOW DR.
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Lot 10 connects to and supports the
surrounding amenities, including the Arena
and Library civic center, the Vail-Lionshead
Bike Path, Vail Health, and circulation to the
Frontage Road.
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LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
SUSTAINABLE AND CONTEXTUAL
LANDSCAPE
SIGNATURE PLAZA STEPS
AND SEATING
FLEXIBLE ART PLAZA
AS A DESTINATION
02. AMPLIFY THE VAIL EXPERIENCE
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LOT 10 PROJECT 11
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
CREEK
BUFFER
CENTRAL
ART
PLAZA
CAFE
PLAZA STEPS
+ SEATING
HOSPITAL
SCREENING
MIDDLE
CREEK
CORRIDOR
FUTURE
EVERGREEN
DEVELOPMENT “THE LID” OVER
VAIL HEALTH
PARKING
+12’
+12’
95’MEADOW DR.
GRADE
CHANGE
LOT 10 CONCEPTUAL PROGRAM
The park will include a variety of program that is
flexible and serves the needs of the community.
The heart of the park is a central plaza which will be
framed by flexible, activated plaza seating. The west
side of the park will seamlessly integrate with the
Middle Creek corridor.
Grade change creates an opportunity for active and
inviting stairs, steps, slopes, or terraces.
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LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
A FLEXIBLE FRAMEWORK
The plaza within Lot 10 serves as the heart of
the park. The plaza will embrace a wide range of
uses, program, and seasonality. The design team
will incorporate features, amenities, and space
requirements within the plaza to support a wide
range of program. Some potential program in the
plaza includes:
• Small concerts and plays.
• Group gatherings, events, and celebrations.
• Seasonal art installations.
• Small-group and individual gathering space.
• Moveable cafe seating
• Shade and micro-climate control
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LOT 10 PROJECT 13
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
ENHANCING AN ART NETWORKART AS AN ANCHOR AREAS FOR PAUSE AND CONTEMPLATION
03. CENTER ART AS A DESTINATION
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LOT 10 PROJECT 14
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
ART AS AN ANCHOR
PARKING STRUCTURE DOBSON
ARENA
PUBLIC
LIBRARY
VAIL HEALTH
HOSPITAL
GONDOLA LIFT
LIONSHEAD
VILLAGE
VAIL
VILLAGE
LOT 10
GORE CREEK
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By integrating a world-class sculpture as the
centerpiece for the park, Lot 10 will become an
anchor for the Vail community, drawing people
towards this civic center and subsequently
supporting all of the surrounding amenities and
bringing value to the region.
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LOT 10 PROJECT 15
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
ART IN VAIL
Lot 10 is an opportunity to incorporate a world-
class, iconic work of art. This work establishes
Lot 10 as a destination, drawing visitors from
both Lionshead and Vail Village and creating
a strong sense of place. The design team
will work with The Town and the Art in Vail
Strategic Plan to support and enhance the
esting plans for art in Vail.
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LOT 10 PROJECT 16
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
DESIGN DRIVERS
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LOT 10 PROJECT 17
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
THE LID + EXPANDED PUBLIC REALM
LOT 10
VIEWS TO MOUNTAIN
HOSPITAL PARKING
UNDER LID
RESTAURANT INSIDE
EVERGREEN
GORE CREEK
LANDSCAPE LID EVERGREEN COURTYARD
The design of Lot 10 will invite visitors into
the expanded public realm offered by the
Evergreen Development. Site users will have
full access to the Landscape Lid, Evergreen
Courtyard, and the restaurand within The
Evergreen.
The Landscape Lid is an elevated ground plane,
providing structure for vehicles underneath.
This strategy maximizes both green, usable
public space, and parking for Vail Health.
PUBLIC REALM
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LOT 10 PROJECT 18
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
DESIGN DRIVERS
MOUNTAIN MOVEMENT
A CIRCULATION STRATEGY THAT AIMS TO
MAKE GRADE CHANGE INTO A SUBTLE SHIFTING
EXPERIENCE. CAN WE ELIMINATE AS MANY
HANDRAILS AS POSSIBLE TO MAKE A TRAIL LIKE
EXPERIENCE?
PLANES OF EXPERIENCE
THE ELEVATIONAL CHANGES OF THE DIFFERENT
SPACES ALLOWS FOR DISTINCT EXPERIENCES,
HOWEVER, THOSE EXPERIENCES NEED TO BE TIED
TOGETHER AS A SINGLE VISION/BRAND. HOW CAN
THE DYNAMIC ELEVATION CHANGES BE USED TO
SHAPE DISTINCT SPACES?
CONNECTION WITH NATURE
CONNECTING WITH NATURE IS ABOUT PROMOTING
WELL-BEING FOR BOTH HUMANITY AND THE
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT. HOW CAN ECOLOGY BE
USED TO SHAPE A HEALTHIER FUTURE?
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LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
LOT 10 CONCEPTS
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LOT 10 PROJECT 20
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
LOT 10 DESIGN CONCEPTS
CHARACTER
• PLAZA IS
EXTENSION OF
SIDEWALK
• PEDESTRIAN
SWITCHBACK
art within a
promenade
art as the central
focal point
art framed naturalistic
organized
outcropping
• STRONG FRAME
AROUND PLAZA.
• ART IS THE HEART,
CENTRAL FOCUS
• TOPOGRAPHY
SHAPES
EXPERIENCE
• GEOMETRY
ORGANIC
ART PLANTING
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LOT 10 PROJECT 21
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
CONTEXTURAL MATERIALITY - CHARACTER PRECEDENTS
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LOT 10 PROJECT 22
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
CONCEPT 1 - THE CLIFF
• Sloped pedestrian path all the way to the
Evergreen restaurant
• Expanded street edge to create promenade
experience
• Wide terraces provides flexible and unique seating.
• Planting is strategic, framing the large open plaza
and providing shade for seating along W. Meadow
Drive.
Site Axon
View from Meadow Drive
CAFE SEATINGTRAIL CONNECTIONS HOSPITAL SCREEN
SLOPED CIRCULATION
TERRACED PLATFORM
SEATINGCENTRAL
SCULPTURE
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LOT 10 PROJECT 23
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
CONCEPT 2 - THE BOWL
• Topography frames plaza on three sides, grade
change takes on an amphitheater form.
• Thick edge screens hospital on the east.
• Staircase provides a direct connection to the
Evergreen plaza.
• Planting is organized, creating confortable
secondary spaces.
SEATING BOSQUE
HOSPITAL SCREEN
STAIRS INVITE
USERS UP TO LID
SEAT STEPS -
LOCAL STONECENTRAL
SCULPTURE
Site Axon
View from Meadow Drive
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LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
CONCEPT 3 - THE RIDGE
• Paths moves along a ridge, creating a unique and
inviting experience.
• Two ways of moving up, 6” terraces feel contextual
to local geology.
• Planting along W. Meadow Dr. creates a sense of
enclosure in the space.
• Planting is naturalistic, harkening to the
mountainside ecology.
Site Axon
View from Meadow Drive
CAFE SEATINGTRAIL CONNECTIONS HOSPITAL SCREEN
IMMERSIVE CIRCULATION
UP TO LID
STEPPED SEATINGCENTRAL
SCULPTURE
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LOT 10 PROJECT 25
LOT 10 PROJECT GOALS TOWN OF VAIL
NEXT STEPS
1. ALIGN WITH THE TOWN
ON LOT 10 GOALS
2. SCHEDULE PUBLIC
ENGAGEMENT SESSION
3. SUBMIT DESIGN TO THE
TOWN
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 2.3
Item Cover Page
DATE:December 3, 2024
TIME:45 min.
SUBMITTED BY:Gregg Barrie, Public Works
ITEM TYPE:Presentation/Discussion
AGENDA SECTION:Presentation/Discussion (12:10pm)
SUBJECT:Gore Creek Promenade Design Concepts Follow Up Discussion
(2:10pm)
SUGGESTED ACTION:Listen to presentation and provide feedback.
PRESENTER(S):Gregg Barrie, Town Landscape Architect
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
Gore Creek Promenade Renewal TC Memo 12-3-24
Gore Creek Promenade TC 12-3-24 Powerpoint
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To: Vail Town Council
From: Department of Public Works
Date: December 3, 2024
Subject: Gore Creek Promenade Renewal – Updated Conceptual Design
I. ITEM PURPOSE
The purpose of this agenda item is to present an updated conceptual design for the Gore
Creek Promenade Renewal project. Staff is requesting feedback from the Town Council.
II. BACKGROUND
On November 19, 2024, three design concepts were presented to the Town Council. The
council provided a range of comments. The design team evaluated the feedback, along
with feedback received from Engage Vail and business owners and worked towards a
single design concept.
In general, the updated concept:
• provides new gathering spaces at the west end of the park and improves gathering
spaces at the east end of the park to help spread use through the area
• uses durable surfaces in many locations while also providing functional turf areas that
can be properly managed for turf health
• offers several access points to Gore Creek and also includes native stream bank
vegetation along much of the stream frontage
• creates shade and provides a range of seating opportunities to improve “linger time”.
III. NEXT STEPS
The updated concept has been added to Engage Vail for additional public feedback. In
addition, it was presented to the Art in Public Places board on December 2nd. The board
was asked to consider locations and opportunities for art installations.
The design team will continue to develop the concept into a final version to be presented
to the Town Council for approval on January 7th. Staff will also provide a high-level cost
estimate and projected project phasing at that time. The project will then move into the
design review process with the PEC and DRB.
Once approved, work will begin to create Construction Documents for the bidding
process. At this time, it is anticipated that construction could begin in the fall of 2025.
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IV. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Council provide feedback and suggestions on the updated
Design Concept for the Gore Creek Promenade Renewal. The feedback will be used to
develop a final Comprehensive Site Plan for approval.
V. ACTION REQUESTED BY COUNCIL
Staff requests that the Council provide feedback and suggested changes on the updated
Design Concept to use towards a single Comprehensive Site Plan for future approval.
Attachments:
• Engage Vail – Public input received on the original three options (11/15 thru 11/26)
• Updated Design Concept for the Gore Creek Promenade Renewal
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Engage Vail Public Feedback
Option 1 – 11/19/24
• This is my top choice as it utilizes the space but still feels like you are visiting the
mountains. If the space is too curated (like in option 2), the mountain experience is
taken away.
• Design #1 is my preference however without a relative cost for each of the 3 options,
there is no way to evaluate the cost to benefits. More seating and hardscapes are a
positive. Please no more fire pits. They do not provide warmth and just put pollution
into the air. Replace them with lighting. I would like to see all fire pits in common
areas extinguished.
• I like this option best. It’s a good balance between using natural stone and grass to
create open areas. The views from the sidewalk to river look less obstructed than the
other options. The terraced creek access is a great idea, and allows for seating.
• I like the seating and relaxing areas present with the exception of the "west end." The
west side of the international bridge if often inaccessible during the summer months
due to vendor blockage for a variety of events. It isn't easily accessible during the
Market weekends, or the Mountain Games. Has this been addressed for all the
events. I feel as though this is one "local" area of the international bridge. Still too
much turf. Possibility of using larger river rocks for some of these areas?
• I like the amount of grass and all the varied seating/gathering areas. This would be
my second choice behind number 3.
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Engage Vail Public Feedback
Option 2 – 11/19/24
• This is my first choice. Again, I like the seating and relaxing areas present, like the
other options, with the exception of the "west end." I prefer the location of the fire pits
to bring our guests closer to nature, vs development. Again, I suggest the possibility
of using larger river rocks for some, or part of, the turf areas as I'm not seeing the
merging with "Save the Gore" in some of the design features.
• It’s feels like there’s too much stone-covered ground in this option and the views for
passer-bys on the sidewalk look too obstructed.
• Too much concrete in this one. Keep more grass and soft surfaces.
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Engage Vail Public Feedback
Option 3 – 11/19/24
• This is decent option after Option 1 and I understand it will be attractive to many
people who value green space. However, I think of this as the White Carpet option: it
looks fantastic when it’s first installed but the minute it gets used, it gets dirty and
looks terrible. This green option will look great at the beginning, but with all the traffic
this area attracts, I believe the grass and vegetation will get worn and ugly and we’ll
be back to where we are now. Option 1 seems like a better balance between having
grass and some durable gathering spaces.
• this is my favorite as more greenery while improving access for users. Provides parks
and trees for kids to play in. Less concrete.
• I like that this one maintains the most grass/soft surfaces while improving
seating/gathering areas. This is my top choice.
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•Support for keeping turf areas
•Support for durable surfaces (but maybe less than turf)
•Additional gathering space is important
•Positive response to creek access (visual and physical)
•Generally neutral on fire pit but still variable
•Vegetation is important but open to some change
•Concern for stream health
COUNCIL AND PUBLIC INPUT
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UPDATED CONCEPT PLAN
1 LAWN
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EAST TERRACE
TERRACED CREEK ACCESS
LOWER PLAZA
WEST PLAZA
PROMENADE
OVERLOOK
ACCESSIBLE ROUTE
PUBLIC ART OPPORTUNITY
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UPDATED CONCEPT PLAN - EXISTING & PROPOSED CANOPY OVERLAY
EXISITING TREES TO REMAIN
PROPOSED TREES
EXISTING TREES TO REMOVE
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PRESENTED NOVEMBER 19, 2024
CONCEPT OPTION 1
1 LAWN
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EAST TERRACE
TERRACED CREEK ACCESS
LOWER PLAZA
CENTRAL PLAZA
WEST PLAZA
PROMENADE
OVERLOOK
ACCESSIBLE ROUTE
PUBLIC ART OPPORTUNITY
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OVERLOOK
ACCESSIBLE ROUTE
PUBLIC ART OPPORTUNITY
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 3.1
Item Cover Page
DATE:December 3, 2024
SUBMITTED BY:Greg Roy, Community Development
ITEM TYPE:DRB/PEC Update
AGENDA SECTION:DRB/PEC (2:55pm)
SUBJECT:DRB/PEC Update (5 min.)
SUGGESTED ACTION:
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
PEC Results 11-25-24
DRB Results 11-20-24
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Planning and Environmental Commission Minutes
Monday, November 25, 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
Register to attend the Planning and Environmental Commission meeting. Once registered,
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 of an application to
reestablish Special Development District No. 43, pursuant to Section 12 -9(A), Special
Development Districts, Vail Town Code, to allow for the development of a hotel addition,
add conference space and an employee housing apartment building, and related uses
and improvements, located at 2211 North Frontage Road West which is composed of
Tract C, Lot 1, Lot 2, and Lot 3 Vail Das Schone Filing No. 1 and Lot 1, Vail Das Schone
Filing 3, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC24-0039)
The applicant requests this item be tabled to the December 9th PEC Meeting.
Planner: Greg Roy
Applicant Name: TNFREF III Bravo Vail LLC represented by Mauriello Planning Group
Robyn Smith made a motion to Table to the December 9th, 2024 PEC meeting date; Scott P
McBride seconded the motion Passed (5 - 0) Hagedorn Absent.
3.2
A request for review of an Exterior Alteration, pursuant to Section 12-7J-12, Exterior
Alterations or Modifications, Vail Town Code, to allow for a hotel addition and an EHU
apartment building, located at 2211 North Frontage Road West which is composed of
Tract C, Lot 1, Lot 2, and Lot 3 Vail Das Schone Filing No. 1 and Lot 1, Vail Das Schone
Filing 3, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC24-0044)
The applicant requests this item be tabled to the December 9th PEC Meeting.
Planner: Greg Roy
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Applicant Name: TNFREF III Bravo Vail LLC, represented by Mauriello Planning Group
Robyn Smith made a motion to Table to the December 9th, 2024 PEC meeting date; Scott P
McBride seconded the motion Passed (5 - 0) Hagedorn Absent.
4. Approval of Minutes
4.1 PEC Results 11-11-24
PEC Results 11-11-24.pdf
Robyn Smith made a motion to Approve ; Scott P McBride seconded the motion Passed (6 - 0).
5. Information Update
5.1 PEC Recommendation Process
PEC Recommendation Process Memo.pdf
Planner Roy gives a presentation on how the PEC has been looking to make recommendations to
Town Council as part of their function as laid out in Title 3- 2-6 of Town Code. Roy goes over the
proposed process to get items before Council and the list of items brought up over the last year.
Hagedorn asks about the cutoff for staff time before an item requires Town Council approval to
dedicate staff time.
Roy says that will have to be figured out going forward.
Rediker says it’s a good start.
Smith likes the idea of four hands to add it to the list.
Roy says this is a rough draft and the conversation can continue.
Smith, best practice guidelines for the environmental part of the commission. Could be good
to incorporate into commissioner training at the beginning of each term.
McBride, it should be towards the top of the list, overarching principle for many of the topics.
Rediker, new process with new commissioners in the spring is the right time.
Smith talks about Environmental Strategic Action Plan, one document, all the ideas are in one place.
Jensen we don’t approve these plans, but make recommendations to Council. 20-30 year plans have
no urgency, more focused on what a 3-5 year plan is because you can measure against those.
Rediker suggests hearing from the environmental sustainability director – Kristin Bertuglia
Hagedorn agrees with the idea of a strategic action plan for environmental, but also don’t want a
memo for a memo’ sake.
Smith, moving on to the item of development in big horn sheep habitat, have we learned anything
that would change how we do things in this area? Suggest preflight checklist for any development
Hagedorn, those areas are fully built, what would this be impacting?
Smith, that’s the question that the guidelines would address.
Roy, this whole process will need to go to Council including the list of topics that has been brought up.
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Rediker, what is best way for PEC to get action on sand oil separators?
Roy says he will check with Environmental, as that is already a part of their plan to some extent. It
may be an issue of moving that up in their timeline of priorities.
Smith, Sand/oil is number one priorirty from regulation standpoint.
Rediker, this is a straightforward process.
Jensen, there is urgency to this one, would like to see community implement this.
Show of hands for sand oil. Advance to Memo: 6-0 in favor
Roy gives an update on state regulations, not permitting water features, the current state of
landscape guidelines.
Hagedorn, most of that if multi-family, residential could be justified as non-functional.
Roy, we would need a regulation for those types of development, if we wanted to go further we
could look at expanding that to other types of development.
Hagedorn recaps previous discussions regarding landscaping practice in Vail. Supports
enforcing a maximum square footage of turf. This could be added to the existing review process.
Also limiting irrigated area.
Smith, Low Impact Development Review, drainage, landscaping, light, for big projects. Pre-
application process to identify areas of conformance or conflict with environmental factors.
Roy says the environmental staff could be added to the pre-application meeting for projects over
a certain threshold.
Tucker, great idea to have people more prepared, where they didn’t think through some of
the environmental impacts.
Smith, if it happens it will make it less burdensome, recommendation no. 1 from 2016 Gore
Creek Strategic Action Plan.
Roy says we can put it in priorities.
Roy gives a rundown on the current EIR process, memo and presentation to review this as part of
an information update.
Smith, this can fold into the environmental review training.
Hagedorn talks about EIR experience with previous development projects.
Rediker wants a process, Mcbride agrees on EIR process discussion.
Smith, light regulations haven’t changed since 2006. Roy says anticipate this on being a new
regulation, no light off property, warm/brightness of lights, luminescence.
Hagedorn says illumination plan is pretty standard in many jurisdictions.
Rediker, this also impacts wildlife.
Roy, the topic of PFAS would be a great example of a need for a memo looking further into this and
what it would take.
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Tucker, that is of utmost importance
Rediker, there are some alternatives for ski wax, what is Park City experience?
McBride, these are legislative proposals for the most part.
Roy recaps conversation
Sand/oil Seperators PFAS levels in West Vail Well
EIR process improvements Light pollution Strategic Action Plan - Environmental Standardized Training on Environmental Issues to PEC
Landscape code updates
Low impact development review
Devlopment in bighorn sheep habitat guidelines
Smith, discusses which are regulatory in nature versus additional information for the PEC and some
that could be process for staff.
Rediker, we will leave it to your discretion, identify the best way to advance these in a memo to
Town Council.
Smith, we can take bighorn sheep habitat off the list, Mcbride agrees with deprioritizing it.
Smith gives an update on the open space board.
6. Adjournment
Robyn Smith made a motion to Adjourn ; Brad Hagedorn seconded the motion Passed (6 - 0).
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Design Review Board Minutes
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
2:00 PM
Vail Town Council Chambers
Present: Roland J Kjesbo
Kit Austin
Rys Olsen
Absent: Mary Egan
Herbert Roth
1. Virtual Meeting Link
Register to attend Design Review Board Meetings. Once registered, you will receive
a confirmation email containing information about joining this webinar.
2. Call to Order
3. Main Agenda
3.1 DRB24-0442 - Tafalla Properties
Conceptual review of a single-family residence
Address/ Legal Description: 1042 Eagles Nest Circle/Lot 2, Block 1, Vail Village Filing 8
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Applicant Name: Tafalla Properties, represented by Suman Architects
DRB24-0442 Info Booklet.pdf
DRB24-0442 Plan Set.pdf
EN 1042 Landscape Concept.pdf
Conceptual only. No action necessary.
3.2 DRB24-0437 - Vail Mountain Haven LLC
Final review of an exterior alteration (driveway gate)
Address/ Legal Description: 1469 Greenhill Court A/Lot 11, Glen Lyon Subdivision
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Applicant Name: Vail Mountain Haven LLC, represented LKSM Design
DRB24-0437 Plan Set.pdf
DRB24-0437 Existing Photos.pdf
Rys Olsen made a motion to Deny with the findings it does not meet 14-10-9; Roland J Kjesbo
seconded the motion Passed (3 - 0).
3.3 DRB24-0425 - Glenn Residence
Final review of an addition (new wing for bedrooms)
Address/ Legal Description: 5116 Main Gore Drive North/Lot 1, Block 2, Bighorn Subdivision 5th Addition
Planner: Heather Knight
Applicant Name: Jim & Sharon Glenn, represented by Martin Manley Architects
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DRB24-0425_PlanSet.pdf
Rys Olsen made a motion to Approve with the findings it meets 14-10-4, 14-10-5, 14-10-6;
Roland J Kjesbo seconded the motion Passed (3 - 0).
4. Staff Approvals
4.1 DRB24-0413 Riva Ridge Chalets South
Final review of a sign application
Address/ Legal Description: 114 Willow Road/Lot 7, Block 6, Vail Village Filing 1
Planner: Heather Knight
Applicant Name: Riva Ridge Chalets South, represented by Pierce Austin Architects
4.2 DRB24 -0408 - Donohue Family Enterprises LP
Final review of an exterior alteration (windows/door)
Address/ Legal Description: 4660 Vail Racquet Club Drive 11/ Vail Racquet Club Condominiums
Planner: Jamie Leaman-Miller
Applicant Name: Donohue Family Enterprises LP, represented by Winston Cole
4.3 DRB24-0429 - Stio
Final review of a sign application
Address/ Legal Description: 141 East Meadow Drive/Lot P, Block 5D, Vail Village Filing 1
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Applicant Name: Stio, represented by First Chair Designs
4.4 DRB24-0441 - Goldman/Cheney Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (windows)
Address/ Legal Description: 4220 Spruce Way, Lot 1, Block 7, Bighorn Subdivision 3rd Addition
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Applicant Name: Scott Goldman & Maryalice Cheney, represented by SRE Building Associates
4.5 DRB24-0424 - Connolly Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (windows)
Address/ Legal Description: 2395 Bald Mountain Road/Lot 23, Block 2, Vail Village Filing 13
Planner: Jamie Leaman-Miller
Applicant Name: Stephen Connolly, represented by Renewal by Andersen
4.6 DRB24-0417 - Cook Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (AC unit)
Address/ Legal Description: 710 West Lionshead Circle 306/Lot 1, Block 2, Vail Lionshead Filing 3
Planner: Jamie Leaman-Miller
Applicant Name: Bruce & Eileen Cook, represented by Eagle Mountain Plumbing & HVAC
5. Staff Denials
6. Adjournment
Kit Austin made a motion to Adjourn ; Rys Olsen seconded the motion Passed (3 - 0).
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 4.1
Item Cover Page
DATE:December 3, 2024
SUBMITTED BY:Missy Johnson, Housing
ITEM TYPE:Information Update
AGENDA SECTION:Information Update (3:00pm)
SUBJECT:November 12, 2024 VLHA Meeting Minutes
SUGGESTED ACTION:
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
2024-11-12 VLHA Minutes
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Vail Local Housing Authority Minutes
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
3:00 PM
Vail Town Council Chambers and virtually by Zoom.
PRESENT
Steve Lindstrom
Kristin Kenny Williams
Dan Godec
Craig Denton
Christine Santucci
STAFF
Jason Dietz, Housing Director
Missy Johnson, Housing Coordinator
1. Call to Order (5 min.)
Called to order at 3:03 p.m. with all members present.
2. Citizen Participation (5 min.) No comments.
3. Approval of Minutes (5 min.)
3.1. Approval of Minutes from October 22, 2024
2024-10-22 VLHA Minutes.pdf
MOTION: Williams SECOND: Godec PASSED: 5-0
4. Main Agenda (15 Min.)
4.1 VLHA EHU Exchange Review (15 Min.)
Presenter(s): Jason Dietz, Housing Director and George Ruther,
Principal, Ruther Associates LLC
11.12.2024 VLHA EHU exhange review.pdf
Dietz turned it over to Ruther to present the memo representing an EHU Exchange Proposal for
the Berkowitz family, current owners of 315 Mill Creek Circle. Ruther is representing the owners
as his clients, whom are selling the home which currently has a Type I deed restriction, as
referenced in the packet. The recommendation is detailed in the memo which highlights town
code and this particular underperforming deed restriction, meaning, it does not require that it is
rented, but if it is rented, it shall be rented to a qualified tenant. Ruther recommends the
approval of this fee in lieu proposal, which not only furthers the goals and policies of the Town
of Vail, the Strategic Plan and aligns with the Town of Vail 2027 Plan. This would be a
conditional release, which would allow for the release administratively, when and if the new
property owner submits and application and receives an approval for the issuance of a building
permit within 24 months of the effective date of a resolution authorizing this release. It would
allow the home to come back into the town at the max allowable site coverage. Town staff
recommends that the authority make an approval recommendation to Town Council for the
request to reviewed on November 19th. The funding would go to the Town of Vail housing fund
at closing of the sale of the home. Denton abstained from the vote.
MOTION: Santucci SECOND: Williams PASSED: 4-1-0
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5. Matters from the Chairman and Authority Members (5 min.)
• Johnson updated the group on the status and next steps for the Authority website and
email addresses. Once the Authority website is complete, additional edits will be made to
the housing pages to eliminate redundancy and create more clarity.
• Williams participated in the recent winter kick-off meeting through the VCBA and a big
push remains to reach small business owners for possible Timber Ridge ownership.
• Dietz updated the group regarding the LPC Grant. After meeting with Dola, we are on a
good path forward to contract with MPG.
• Conversation ensued around status of future community housing projects like CDOT
parcel and West Middle Creek.
• Currently, Town of Vail is not involved in the State Land Board discussions around the
Dowd Junction land.
5. Executive Session (15 min.) Executive session was cancelled because there
was no need for negotiations or discussions.
6. Adjournment 3:35 pm (estimate)
Meeting adjourned at 3:31 p.m.
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 4.2
Item Cover Page
DATE:December 3, 2024
SUBMITTED BY:Jake Shipe
ITEM TYPE:Information Update
AGENDA SECTION:Information Update (3:00pm)
SUBJECT:November 2024 Revenue Update
SUGGESTED ACTION:
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
241203 Revenue Update
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TOWN OF VAIL
REVENUE UPDATE
December 3, 2024
4.0% General Sales Tax
Upon receipt of all sales tax returns, October 2024 collections are estimated to be
$1,615,404, down (8.9%) from 2023 and down (2.2%) from the budget. October
2023 sales tax collections included two large one-time remittances. Excluding
these one-time remittances, October 2024 collections are down (3.0%) from 2023.
2024 YTD collections of $34,265,098 are down (0.1%) from 2023 and up 1.3%
from the budget. Inflation as measured by the consumer price index was up 2.6%
for the 12-months ending October 2024. The annual budget totals $40.85 million.
0.5% Housing Fund Sales Tax
Upon receipt of all sales tax returns, October 2024 collections of the 0.5% housing
sales tax are estimated to be $193,129, down (9.6%) from 2023 and down (3.7%)
from the budget. 2024 YTD collections of $4,153,659 are down (0.1%) from 2023
and up 1.5% from the budget. The annual budget for the housing fund sales tax
totals $4.95 million.
Real Estate Transfer Tax (RETT)
RETT collections through November 25 total $8,161,498, up 9.6% from 2023. The
number of ordinary property sales (excluding time-shares) is tracking down (0.5)%
from 2023, while the average collection is tracking up 9.9%. The proposed
amended budget for RETT collections totals $8,212,318.
Construction Use Tax
Use Tax collections through November 25 total $2,816,588 compared to
$2,130,807 in 2023. The proposed amended budget totals $3,118,670.
Lift Tax
Year to date lift tax collections through October 31 total $5,397,166, up 6.3% or
$320,214 from 2023. The proposed amended budget totals $7,014,135. 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 $85.8 million is up 3.0% from the
proposed amended budget and up 9.5% from prior year. The majority of the
positive variance compared to the prior year is due to increased property tax
collections, real estate transfer tax collections, interest earnings, construction use
tax collections, and ski lift tax collections.
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2024 Budget % change % change
2019 2020 2021 Budget Variance from 2023 from Budget
January 4,079,994$ 4,076,145$ 3,422,209$ 5,217,125$ 5,911,572$ 5,787,370$ 5,798,584$ 11,214$ -1.91%0.19%
February 4,137,087 4,285,633 3,691,850 5,686,585 6,041,108 5,914,315 6,072,888 158,573 0.53%2.68%
March 4,237,933 2,243,518 4,364,797 5,912,059 6,055,992 6,035,677 6,405,834 370,157 5.78%6.13%
April 1,445,071 427,518 1,751,528 2,234,296 2,264,892 2,258,798 1,829,669 (429,129) -19.22%-19.00%
May 763,756 503,828 1,061,516 1,227,974 1,118,011 1,111,919 1,167,237 55,318 4.40%4.97%
June 1,606,748 1,023,517 2,149,312 2,317,931 2,272,457 2,265,104 2,343,707 78,603 3.14%3.47%
July 2,480,292 2,084,644 3,491,668 3,507,973 3,412,277 3,399,024 3,616,899 217,875 6.00%6.41%
August 2,237,050 2,138,838 2,877,550 2,997,389 2,932,111 2,920,600 3,029,119 108,519 3.31%3.72%
September 1,600,100 1,767,393 2,359,528 2,441,331 2,508,064 2,495,143 2,385,757 (109,386) -4.88%-4.38%
October 1,165,176 1,371,727 1,734,964 1,729,558 1,773,358 1,652,467 1,615,404 (37,063) -8.91%-2.24%
Total 23,753,206$ 19,922,761$ 26,904,921$ 33,272,221$ 34,289,842$ 33,840,417$ 34,265,098$ 424,681$ -0.07%1.25%
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$ 34,265,098$ 424,681$ -0.07%1.25%
2022 2023 2024 Budget % change % change
Collections Collections Budget Variance from 2023 from Budget
January 645,487$ 720,906$ 700,920$ 704,341$ 3,421$ -2.30%0.49%
February 702,730 736,788 716,760 740,722 23,962 0.53%3.34%
March 719,717 738,244 731,610 782,287 50,677 5.97%6.93%
April 269,018 271,930 273,735 220,380 (53,355) -18.96%-19.49%
May 146,657 132,333 134,640 138,619 3,979 4.75%2.96%
June 280,460 275,113 274,230 282,854 8,624 2.81%3.14%
July 424,602 412,849 411,840 435,857 24,017 5.57%5.83%
August 361,165 352,887 353,925 366,326 12,401 3.81%3.50%
September 294,861 304,068 302,445 289,145 (13,300) -4.91%-4.40%
October 207,397 213,568 200,475 193,129 (7,346) -9.57%-3.66%
Total 4,052,094$ 4,158,686$ 4,100,580$ 4,153,659$ 60,425$ -0.12%1.47%
November 230,383 229,092 215,820 -
December 671,982 687,985 633,600 -
Total 4,954,459$ 5,075,763$ 4,950,000$ 4,153,659$ 60,425$ -0.12%1.47%
0.5% Collected
Sales Tax
0.5% HOUSING SALES TAX
2024 Budget Comparison
Actual 4.0% Collections 4.0% Collected
Sales Tax20222023
Town of Vail Revenue Update
December 3, 2024
4.0% GENERAL SALES TAX2024 Budget Comparison
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Through October 31
October 4% General Sales Tax Collections By Year
Through October 31
Town of Vail Revenue Update
YTD 4% General Sales Tax Collections By Year
December 3, 2024
•October collections of $1,615,404 are down (8.9%) from prior year and are down (2.2%) from the
$1,371,727
$1,734,964
$1,729,558
$1,773,358
$1,615,404
$0 $200,000 $400,000 $600,000 $800,000 $1,000,000 $1,200,000 $1,400,000 $1,600,000 $1,800,000 $2,000,000
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
$19,922,761
$26,904,921
$33,272,221
$34,289,842
$34,265,098
$0 $5,000,000 $10,000,000 $15,000,000 $20,000,000 $25,000,000 $30,000,000 $35,000,000 $40,000,000
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
•YTD collections of $34,265,098 are down (0.1%) from prior year and are up 1.3% from the budget.
•Inflation as measured by the consumer price index was up 2.6% for the 12-months ending October
2024.
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October Collections YTD Collections
Town of Vail Revenue Update
December 3, 2024
October 0.5% Housing Fund Sales Tax Collections By Year
Real Estate Transfer Tax by Year
YTD Through November 2024
•This chart shows YTD collections of 1% RETT, segmented by real property values. 2024
collections are up 9.6% from the prior year.
$8,940,918
$11,567,947
$9,306,355
$7,449,244 $8,161,498
$0
$2,000,000
$4,000,000
$6,000,000
$8,000,000
$10,000,000
$12,000,000
$14,000,000
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
•October collections of $193,129 are down (9.6%) from prior year and are down (3.7%) from
the budget. YTD collections of $4,153,659 are down (0.1%) from this time last year and are up
1.5% from the budget.
$207,397 $213,568
$193,129
$0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
2022 2023 2024
$4,052,094 $4,158,686 $4,153,659
$0
$500,000
$1,000,000
$1,500,000
$2,000,000
$2,500,000
$3,000,000
$3,500,000
$4,000,000
$4,500,000
2022 2023 2024
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Town of Vail Revenue Update
December 3, 2024
Construction Use Tax by Year
YTD Through November 2024
YTD Lift Tax Collections
YTD Through October 2024
•Use Tax collections through November 25 total $2,816,588, compared to $2,130,807 from this
time last year. This is an increase of 32.2%.
$1,957,225
$3,525,642
$1,978,061 $2,130,807
$2,816,588
$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
•2024 YTD lift tax collections of $5,397,166 are up 6.3% or $320,214 from the same time last
year.
$3,113,849
$4,396,842
$5,168,789
$5,076,951
$5,397,166
$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
October 2024
December 3, 2024
The Vail Business Review breaks down the 4.5% sales tax collected for the month of
October. 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.
October 4.5% sales tax was down (9.0)% from the prior year. Retail decreased
(17.6)%, lodging increased 11.6%, food and beverage increased 4.2%, and
utilities/other decreased (40.3)%. Excluding the out-of-town category, sales tax for the
month of October was down (3.2)% compared to prior year.
May through October, Vail’s Summer Season, 4.5% sales tax was up 1.5% from the
prior year. Retail decreased (2.2)%, lodging increased 4.2%, food and beverage
increased 6.5%, and utilities/other decreased (7.5)%. Excluding the out-of-town
category, sales tax for May through October was up 3.1% 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.
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Lauren Noll
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October Sales Tax Collections by Year
October 2024 Sales Tax
October 2023
Sales Tax Collections by Business Type
October 2024
Retail
703,384
Lodging
521,165 Food &
Beverage
435,555 Utilities &
Other
149,377
$0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
$700,000
$800,000
$900,000
RLFU$0$100,000$200,000$300,000$400,000$500,000$600,000$700,000$800,000$900,000LFU$0$100,000$200,000$300,000$400,000$500,000$600,000$700,000
1,387,174
1,736,544
1,945,471
1,988,360
1,809,480
$0 $500,000 $1,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,000,000
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
General Sales Tax
Housing Sales Tax
• October 2024 retail sales decreased (17.6)%, lodging increased 11.6%, food and beverage
increased 4.2%, and utilities and other decreased (40.3)%.
• The figures above reflect 4.5% sales tax.
Retail
853,160
Lodging
467,184 Food &
Beverage
417,911
Utilities &
Other
250,104
$0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
$700,000
$800,000
$900,000
(17.6)%
• 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 October 2023 collections were $1,988,360; October 2024 collections were $1,809,480, down
(9.0)% from the prior year.
11.6%4.2%(40.3)%
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October 2023October 2024
Geographic Area Trends by Year
October Sales Tax
Sales Tax by Location
October 2024 Sales Tax
Other Areas
14%
Lionshead
12%
Out of
Town
41%
Vail Village
33%
• Vail Village sales tax decreased (5.2)%, Lionshead decreased (12.1)%, Other Areas increased 9.0%, and
Out of Town decreased (17.4)%. Excluding Out of Town collections, all areas were down(3.2)%.
• The figures above reflect 4.5% sales tax.
227,518
252,748
123,771
165,302
500,788
708,103
535,097
610,390
$0 $100,000 $200,000 $300,000 $400,000 $500,000 $600,000 $700,000 $800,000
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Vail Village
Out of Town
Lionshead
Other Areas
199,001 327,832
• This chart shows October 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.
280,855
234,480 814,180
658,845
624,654
206,092
672,680
306,053
Other Areas
17%
Lionshead
11%
Out of
Town
37%
Vail Village
35%
678,271
740,367
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Accommodation Services Sales Tax by Year
Retail Business 4.5% Sales Tax Detail
October 2024 Sales Tax
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Apparel
$133,723
Grocery
$130,045
Gallery
$4,669
Gifts
$3,261
Jewelry
$20,267Retail Liquor
$29,329
Retail Other
$238,745
Sporting Goods
$63,900
Online Retailers
$79,445
Retail Home
Occupation
$0
• October 2024 accommodations services increased 11.6% from the prior year. Short-term rentals decreased
(0.8)% and hotels and lodges increased 20.2%.
• 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.
307,398
217,406
274,690
192,494
330,148
191,017
$0 $50,000 $100,000 $150,000 $200,000 $250,000 $300,000 $350,000
Hotel and Lodges
Short-Term Rentals
2024 2023 2022
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Cascade Village / East Vail / Sandstone / West Vail
Retail 144,814 138,585 4.49%
Lodging 83,273 60,735 37.11%
F & B 75,472 70,764 6.65%
Other 2,494 10,771 ‐76.84%
Total 306,053 280,855 8.97%
Lionshead
Retail 33,043 29,611 11.59%
Lodging 77,088 57,737 33.52%
F & B 90,679 67,809 33.73%
Other 5,282 79,323 ‐93.34%
Total 206,092 234,480 ‐12.11%
Out of Town
Retail 299,948 452,253 ‐33.68%
Lodging 232,094 209,664 10.70%
F & B 1,447 218 563.90%
Other 139,192 152,045 ‐8.45%
Total 672,680 814,180 ‐17.38%
Vail Village
Retail 225,579 232,711 ‐3.06%
Lodging 128,710 139,048 ‐7.44%
F & B 267,957 279,120 ‐4.00%
Other 2,408 7,966 ‐69.77%
Total 624,654 658,845 ‐5.19%
Total ‐ All Areas
Retail 703,384 853,160 ‐17.56%
Lodging 521,165 467,184 11.55%
F & B 435,555 417,911 4.22%
Other 149,377 250,104 ‐40.27%
Total 1,809,480 1,988,360 ‐9.00%
Retail Summary
Retail Apparel 133,723 123,420 8.35%
Retail Food 130,045 120,974 7.50%
Retail Gallery 4,669 6,546 ‐28.67%
Retail Gift 3,261 4,809 ‐32.18%
Retail Home Occupation ‐ 280 ‐100.00%
Retail Jewelry 20,267 31,302 ‐35.26%
Retail Liquor 29,329 29,684 ‐1.19%
Retail Other 238,745 399,957 ‐40.31%
Retail Sport 63,900 61,179 4.45%
Retail Online Retailer 79,445 75,010 5.91%
Total 703,384 853,160 ‐17.56%
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May - October Sales Tax Collections by Year
May - October 2024 Sales Tax
May - October 2023
Sales Tax Collections by Business Type
May - October 2024
Retail
5,923,119
Lodging
4,741,161 Food &
Beverage
4,211,585
Utilities &
Other
1,056,548
$0
$1,000,000
$2,000,000
$3,000,000
$4,000,000
$5,000,000
$6,000,000
RLFU$0$1,000,000$2,000,000$3,000,000$4,000,000$5,000,000$6,000,000
$0$100,000$200,000$300,000$400,000$500,000$600,000$700,000
8,909,487
13,653,647
15,927,278
15,702,857
15,932,413
$0 $2,000,000 $4,000,000 $6,000,000 $8,000,000 $10,000,000 $12,000,000 $14,000,000 $16,000,000
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
General Sales Tax
Housing Sales Tax
• May - October 2024 retail sales decreased (2.2)%, lodging increased 4.2%, food and beverage
increased 6.5%, and utilities and other decreased (7.5)%.
• The figures above reflect 4.5% sales tax.
Retail
6,057,718
Lodging
4,548,435 Food &
Beverage
3,954,021
Utilities &
Other
1,142,682
$0
$1,000,000
$2,000,000
$3,000,000
$4,000,000
$5,000,000
$6,000,000
(2.2)%
• 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 May - October 2023 collections were $15,702,857; May - October 2024 collections were
$15,932,413, up 1.5% from the prior year.
4.2%6.5%(7.5)%
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May - October 2023May - October 2024
Geographic Area Trends by Year
May - October Sales Tax
Sales Tax by Location
May - October 2024 Sales Tax
Other Areas
15%
Lionshead
13%
Out of
Town
31%
Vail Village
41%
• Vail Village sales tax decreased (0.4)%, Lionshead increased 8.6%, Other Areas increased 8.0%, and Out
of Town decreased (2.2)%. Excluding Out of Town collections, all areas were up 3.1%.
• The figures above reflect 4.5% sales tax.
1,570,796
2,105,185
1,163,766
1,610,369
2,130,490
4,090,609
4,044,434
5,847,484
$0 $1,000,000 $2,000,000 $3,000,000 $4,000,000 $5,000,000 $6,000,000 $7,000,000
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Vail Village
Out of Town
Lionshead
Other Areas
6,697,715
4,759,8591,994,475
2,475,228
• This chart shows May - October 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.
2,412,000
2,008,939 4,792,964
6,488,953
6,459,971
2,182,318 4,686,099
2,604,024
Other Areas
16%
Lionshead
14%
Out of
Town
29%
Vail Village
41%
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Accommodation Services Sales Tax by Year
Retail Business 4.5% Sales Tax Detail
May - October 2024 Sales Tax
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Apparel
$1,242,224
Grocery
$1,027,112
Gallery
$93,709
Gifts
$29,925
Jewelry
$208,193
Retail Liquor
$255,845
Retail Other
$1,974,105
Sporting Goods
$537,973
Online Retailers
$552,220
Retail Home
Occupation
$1,680
• May - October 2024 accommodations services increased 4.2% from the prior year. Short-term rentals
decreased (0.1)% and hotels and lodges increased 6.2%.
• 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.
3,311,228
1,422,528
3,117,053
1,431,382
3,310,625
1,430,536
$0 $500,000 $1,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,000,000 $2,500,000 $3,000,000 $3,500,000
Hotel and Lodges
Short-Term Rentals
2024 2023 2022
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Cascade Village / East Vail / Sandstone / West Vail
Retail 1,107,887 1,073,650 3.19%
Lodging 782,271 716,677 9.15%
F & B 664,193 556,865 19.27%
Other 49,673 64,809 ‐23.35%
Total 2,604,024 2,412,000 7.96%
Lionshead
Retail 346,688 347,786 ‐0.32%
Lodging 902,820 816,872 10.52%
F & B 868,689 733,509 18.43%
Other 64,122 110,773 ‐42.11%
Total 2,182,318 2,008,939 8.63%
Out of Town
Retail 2,304,643 2,425,819 ‐5.00%
Lodging 1,479,382 1,434,442 3.13%
F & B 10,625 12,557 ‐15.39%
Other 891,450 920,146 ‐3.12%
Total 4,686,099 4,792,964 ‐2.23%
Vail Village
Retail 2,163,901 2,210,463 ‐2.11%
Lodging 1,576,688 1,580,445 ‐0.24%
F & B 2,668,079 2,651,091 0.64%
Other 51,303 46,955 9.26%
Total 6,459,971 6,488,953 ‐0.45%
Total ‐ All Areas
Retail 5,923,119 6,057,718 ‐2.22%
Lodging 4,741,161 4,548,435 4.24%
F & B 4,211,585 3,954,021 6.51%
Other 1,056,548 1,142,682 ‐7.54%
Total 15,932,413 15,702,857 1.46%
Retail Summary
Retail Apparel 1,242,224 1,201,891 3.36%
Retail Food 1,027,112 974,839 5.36%
Retail Gallery 93,709 105,207 ‐10.93%
Retail Gift 29,925 33,732 ‐11.29%
Retail Home Occupation 1,680 730 130.11%
Retail Jewelry 208,193 303,727 ‐31.45%
Retail Liquor 255,845 257,409 ‐0.61%
Retail Other 1,974,105 2,159,101 ‐8.57%
Retail Sport 537,973 544,170 ‐1.14%
Retail Online Retailer 552,220 476,912 15.79%
Total 5,922,985 6,057,718 ‐2.22%
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COUNCIL MATTERS
Status Report
Report for December 3,2024
Comments from the November 19th Town Council meeting during “Matters”:
Town Council thanked the Parking and Finance teams for the rollout of a
new parking sales system, hearing positive comments in the community
about how easy it was to sign up for a parking pass!
Council also congratulated Vail Fire Department on their pinning ceremony
held last week.
In Board updates, Timber Ridge Vail is 49% under contract for new homes
being built; a showroom is available at Triumph Development’s EagleVail
office to view samples and finishes.
In Board updates, the Eagle-Vail Airport has 13 direct winter flights to
Seattle, San Francisco, Chicago O’Hare, New York JFK and Newark.
2024/25 winter has 16% more available capacity year over year.
Social Media Listening
https://share.sproutsocial.com/view/aa7318c1-55d5-46f1-b318-c155d5f6f1f6
Please note that due to time of publication, this report doesn't reflect the amazing
snowfall on 11/27.
The Town of Vail Facebook post regarding the drop-in sessions saw the highest
impressions and engagements of posts across our channels during this time period:
https://www.facebook.com/TownofVail/posts/pfbid031Cw5FqL3kqBP5CWTyesK2khyNv
FqzV8xyLS6A3swxKywzNmsZpRjFGLeQHyc1V7Pl
In the News______________________________________________________
Nov. 14
Town of Vail’s Lunch with the Locals looks at Gore Creek aquatic health
https://www.realvail.com/town-of-vails-lunch-with-the-locals-looks-at-gore-creek-aquatic-
health/a20630/
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Opening Day Lifts and Trails Revealed for Colorado's Largest Ski Resort
https://www.snowboarder.com/news/opening-day-vail-mountain-colorado
Nov. 16
Gore Creek aquatic health to be discussed at Vail’s ‘Lunch with the Locals’
https://www.vaildaily.com/news/gore-creek-aquatic-health-to-be-discussed-at-vails-
lunch-with-the-locals/
Preliminary community input sought on West Lionshead plans in Vail
https://www.realvail.com/preliminary-community-input-sought-on-west-lionshead-plans-
in-vail/a20683/
Vail Mountain announces winter concert lineup featuring Tiësto, John Summit
https://kdvr.com/denver-guide/winter/vail-mountain-announces-winter-concert-lineup-
featuring-tiesto-john-summit/
Opening Day Lifts and Trails Revealed for Colorado's Largest Ski Resort
https://www.msn.com/en-us/travel/tripideas/opening-day-lifts-and-trails-revealed-for-
colorados-largest-ski-resort/ar-AA1u1BNc
Nov. 19
Proposed 2025 Vail Municipal Budget available for public review
https://www.realvail.com/proposed-2025-vail-municipal-budget-available-for-public-
review/a20706/
Nov. 20
You can now ski to the bottom at Vail after storm drops more snow than expected
https://www.vaildaily.com/news/storm-vail-opens-top-to-bottom-skiiing-snow/
Skiing in Colorado, USA: A guide to Vail Ski Resort at Christmas
https://www.nzherald.co.nz/travel/skiing-in-colorado-usa-a-guide-to-vail-ski-resort-at-
christmas/RKV6MVWVGVGSBDYK6N6QXIQZXY/
9 Most Comfortable Towns in The Rockies for Seniors
https://www.worldatlas.com/cities/9-most-comfortable-towns-in-the-rockies-for-
seniors.html
Après at The Amp returns for 2025
https://www.realvail.com/apres-at-the-amp-returns-for-2025/a20717/
Nov.22
Skiing, spa deals, comedy, silent disco and more this weekend in Vail
https://www.vaildaily.com/entertainment/skiing-spa-deals-comedy-silent-disco-and-
more-this-weekend-in-vail/
The Wild Plan To Build A Tunnel Through Vail Mountain
https://unofficialnetworks.com/2024/11/21/tunnel-through-vail-mountain/
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Nov. 23
Village-to-village skiing available at Vail as mountain opens more terrain
https://www.vaildaily.com/news/village-to-village-skiing-available-at-vail-as-mountain-
opens-more-terrain/
Nov. 24
Village-to-village skiing available at Vail as mountain opens more terrain
https://www.vaildaily.com/news/village-to-village-skiing-available-at-vail-as-mountain-
opens-more-terrain/
Colorado’s mountains could see 1-2 feet of snow by midway through next week,
OpenSnow says
https://www.vaildaily.com/news/thanksgiving-colorado-mountains-snow-forecast/
Nov. 25
Vail, Colorado, is ground zero for a storied snow sports empire with New England roots
https://www.worcestermag.com/story/lifestyle/travel/2024/11/25/on-vail-mountain-ski-
and-snowboard-season-has-already-begun/75820748007/
Upcoming Dates
Dec 8 Vail Tree Lighting Ceremony
Dec 10 Shop with a Cop
Jan 6 Vail Trailblazer nominations due date
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