HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-11-18 Town Council Agenda and Supporting Documentation Evening Meeting1.Call to Order (6:00pm)
2.Proclamation (6:00pm)
2.1 Proclamation No. 9, Series of 2025 Colorado Gives Day 5 min.
Read proclamation into record.
Presenter(s): John Weiss, Small Champions Executive
Director
3.Public Participation (6:05pm)
3.1 Public Participation (10 min.)
4.Any action as a result of Executive Session
5.Consent Agenda (6:15pm)
5.1 Resolution No. 55, Series of 2025, a Resolution Approving
a Second Amendment to Second Amended and Restated
Development Agreement
Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Resolution No.
55, Series of 2025.
Background: The purpose of this resolution is to amend the
development agreement with Triumph Timber Ridge LLC to
reflect that the Towns’ $3,000,000 contribution buying down
Timber Ridge Village units shall be deducted from the Towns'
$25,449,948 purchase obligation.
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
Evening Session Agenda
Vail Town Council Chambers and virtually by Zoom.
Zoom meeting link: https://vail.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hVtEHwwKQ1qkDDXIpffCUQ
6:00 PM, November 18, 2025
Notes:
Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine what time
Council will consider an item.
Public comment will be taken on each agenda item.
Public participation offers an opportunity for attendees to express opinions or ask questions regarding
town services, policies or other matters of community concern that are not on the agenda. Please keep
comments to three minutes; time limits established are to provide efficiency in the conduct of the meeting
and to allow equal opportunity for everyone wishing to speak.
2025-09 CO Gives Day.docx
Public Participation.pdf
11.18.25 TC 2nd amend DA Resolution Staff Report.docx
Resolution _ 2025 Second Amendment to Second Amended DA TRV.docx
Exhibit A .docx
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5.2 Contract Award to McKinstry Essention, LLC for the
Energy Performance Project
Authorize the Town Manager to enter into a contract, in a form
approved by the Town Attorney, with McKinstry Essention,
LLC for energy performance project, in an amount not to
exceed $9,147,164.
Background: The Energy Performance Contract (EPC) is a
program of the Colorado Energy Office which allows
municipalities to utilize savings from energy efficiency
measures to fund the capital requirements for facility
improvements. The project includes building envelope
upgrades, lighting, HVAC equipment, renewable energy and
battery storage, electric vehicle charging and a geothermal
system.
6.Action Items (6:15pm)
6.1 Ordinance No. 25, Series of 2025, First Reading, An
Ordinance Providing for the Levy Assessment and
Collection of Town Ad Valorem Property Taxes Due for the
2025 Tax Year and Payable in the 2026 Fiscal Year
(6:15pm)
5 min.
Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Ordinance No.
25, Series of 2025 upon first reading.
Presenter(s): Carlie Smith, Finance Director and Jake Shipe,
Budget Analyst
Background: This ordinance authorizes the collection of
property taxes in 2026 based on 2025 assessed valuations of
property within the town’s boundaries
7.Public Hearings (6:20pm)
7.1 Ordinance No. 31, Series of 2025, First Reading, An
Ordinance Rezoning Certain Property in West Lionshead
to the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 Zone District (6:20pm)
20 min.
Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Ordinance No.
31, Series of 2025 upon first reading.
Presenter(s): Heather Knight, Planner II
Background: The applicants, Vail Corp, Soho Development
and East West Partners, are requesting a recommendation to
the Vail Town Council for a zone district boundary amendment,
pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to
allow for the rezoning of 1000 S Frontage Rd W, Glen Lyon
Subdivision from the SDD #4 Zone District to the Lionshead
Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District; 1031 S Frontage Rd W
from the Arterial Business (ABD) Zone District to the LMU-2
Zone District; and, 953 S Frontage Rd W from the Arterial
Business (ABD) Zone District to the LMU-2 Zone District.
EPC Memo 11.18.25.pdf
26 Mill Levy 1st.docx
Mill Levy Ordinance 2026 1st.doc
Ord #31 of 2025 Staff Memo.pdf
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7.2 Ordinance No. 24, Series of 2025, Second Reading, Annual
Appropriation Ordinance Adopting a Budget and Financial
Plan and Making Appropriations to Pay the Costs,
Expenses, and Liabilities of the Town of Vail, Colorado,
for its Fiscal Year January 1, 2026 through December 31,
2026 (6:40pm)
15 min.
Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Ordinance No.
24, Series of 2025 upon second reading.
Presenter(s): Jake Shipe, Budget Manager
Background: On November 4th, Council passed Ordinance
No. 24 upon first reading. Staff has made adjustments and
provided additional information in response to Council's
comments and questions and is seeking final approval of the
Budget Ordinance on second reading.
Information provided in the attached memo includes the
proposed revenue and expenditures for all town funds, a
summary of changes in personnel, funding recommendations
for Council contributions, and a five-year capital plan.
7.3 Ordinance No. 26, Series of 2025, Second Reading, An
Ordinance Amending Section 7-8-4 of the Vail Town Code
Regarding Designated Areas for the Operation of Golf
Cars and Low Speed Electric Vehicles (6:55pm)
5 min.
Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Ordinance No.
26, Series of 2025 upon second reading.
Presenter(s): Chief Ryan Kenney, Vail Police Department
Background: The proposed ordinance clarifies the definitions
of “Golf Car” and “Low-Speed Electric Vehicle” and establishes
designated areas where these vehicles may be operated
within the Town of Vail.
Attachment A. Ordinance No.31, Series of 2025.pdf
Attachment B. West Lionshead Rezone PEC Staff Memo.pdf
Attachment C. PEC25-0033 Documents.pdf
Attachment D. 10-27-25 PEC Minutes.pdf
West Lionshead Rezone Staff Presentation.pdf
Applicant Presentation - Rezoning Application - Town Council First Reading - West
Lionshead.pdf
2025 Ord 24 2nd reading - 2026 TOV Budget.pdf
2026 Budget 2nd Reading - Memo.pdf
2026 Budget 2nd Reading - Attachment A - Project Narratives.pdf
2026 Budget 2nd Reading - Attachment B - Program Narratives.pdf
2026 Budget 2nd Reading - Attachment C - Council Contributions Applications.pdf
2026 Budget 2nd Reading - Attachment D - Additional Information regarding VVMTA
Contribution Request.pdf
2026 Budget 2nd Reading - Attachment E (Departmental Service Increases).pdf
2026 Budget 2nd Reading - Attachment F (Childcare Funding Summary).pdf
2026 Budget 2nd Reading - Presentation.pdf
Town Council Memo - LSEV.docx
Golf Cars LSEVs-O102325.docx
Lionshead_LVES_GolfCarts_11x17_20251007b.pdf
Village_LVES_GolfCarts_11x17_20251007b.pdf
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7.4 Ordinance No. 27, Series of 2025, Second Reading, An
Ordinance Amending Chapter 7 of Title 12 of the Vail
Town Code Regarding the Conversion of Eating and
Drinking Establishments (7:00pm)
5 min.
Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Ordinance No.
27, Series of 2025 upon second reading.
Presenter(s): Matt Gennett, Director of Community
Development
Background: The applicant, the Town of Vail, is requesting the
Town Council approve Ordinance No. 27, Series of 2025, An
Ordinance Amending Chapter 7 of Title 12 of the Vail Town
Code Regarding the Conversion of Eating and Drinking
Establishments, on First reading.
7.5 Ordinance No. 29, Series of 2025, Second Reading, An
Ordinance Rezoning 16 Vail Road, Vail Village Filing 1,
Lots M & O, also known as Vail Village Inn Phase IV, from
the Public Accommodation (PA) Zone District to the Vail
Village Inn (VV) Zone District (7:05pm)
5 min.
Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Ordinance No.
29, Series of 2025 upon second reading.
Presenter(s): Heather Knight, Planner II
Background: The applicant, Ferruco Vail Ventures LLC, is
proposing a Zone District Boundary amendment pursuant to
12-3-7 Amendment, Vail Town Code to rezone 16 Vail Road,
Vail Village Filing 1, Lots M & O, also known as Vail Village Inn
Phase IV, from the Public Accommodation (PA) Zone District
to the Vaill Village Inn (VVI) Zone District.
7.6 Ordinance No. 30, Series of 2025, Second Reading, An
Ordinance Repealing Ordinance No. 13, Series of 2025, to
Lift the Temporary Suspension on the Acceptance and
Processing of Applications, the Scheduling of Public
Hearings and the Issuance of Building Permits related to
the Conversion of Eating and Drinking Establishments to
any other Permitted or Conditional Use in the SBR, SBR-2,
CC-1, LMU-1, LMU-2 and PA Zone Districts (7:10pm)
5 min.
Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Ordinance No.
30, Series of 2025 upon second reading.
Presenter(s): Matt Gennett, Community Development Director
Ordinance No. 27, Series of 2025 Staff Memo.pdf
Attachment A. Ordinance No. 27, Series of 2025.pdf
Attachment B. Minutes from October 27, 2025, PEC meeting
Attachment C. October 27, 2025, staff memorandum to PEC with attachments.pdf
Public Comment.pdf
Ord #29 of 2025 Staff Memo - Second Reading.pdf
Attachment A. Ordinance No. 29, Series of 2025.pdf
Attachment B. Vail Village Filing 1 Block 5D Lots M-N-O - Sebastian - Vicinity Map.pdf
Attachment C. PEC25-0032 Staff Memo.pdf
Attachment D. PEC25-0032 Documents and Plans.pdf
Attachment E. 10-13-25 PEC Results.pdf
Sebastian Rezone Staff TC Presentation.pdf
Sebastian Rezone 11-4-25 TC Applicant Presentation.pdf
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Background: On June 3, 2025, the Town Council adopted
Ordinance No. 13, Series 2025, which imposed a temporary
suspension on the acceptance and processing of applications
and the scheduling of public hearings related to the conversion
of eating and drinking establishments to any other permitted or
conditional use in the zone districts cited herein to allow the
Town Council to consider amendments to the Vail Town Code
in furtherance of the Master Plans and related goals of
supporting nightlife and maintaining vibrancy in the Town.
8.Adjournment 7:15pm (estimate)
Restaurant Conversion Stay Lift-O103025_mg.docx
Public Comment.pdf
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 2.1
Item Cover Page
DATE:November 18, 2025
TIME:5 min.
SUBMITTED BY:Stephanie Bibbens, Town Manager
ITEM TYPE:Proclamation
AGENDA SECTION:Proclamation (6:00pm)
SUBJECT:Proclamation No. 9, Series of 2025 Colorado Gives Day
SUGGESTED ACTION:Read proclamation into record.
PRESENTER(S):John Weiss, Small Champions Executive Director
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
2025-09 CO Gives Day.docx
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Proclamation No. 09, Series of 2025
COLORADO GIVES DAY
WHEREAS, charitable giving in Eagle County, Colorado is critical to providing support
that local nonprofit organizations need to make our community a desirable place to live;
WHEREAS, research shows an increase in online giving both locally and nationally, and
many believe it is the future of philanthropy;
WHEREAS, Colorado Gives Foundation and FirstBank have partnered in an effort to
increase charitable giving in our community through the online giving initiative Colorado
Gives Day;
WHEREAS, Colorado Gives Day in 2024 raised $54.8 million statewide in a single 24-
hour period via online donations, and $1.47 million to Eagle County nonprofits via 4,645
individual donations at eaglecountycoloradogives.org, a website allowing donors to direct
their contributions to one or more of the over 60 local Eagle County charities featured on
the site, making it an ideal resource for facilitating charitable giving to our locally based
nonprofit organizations; and
WHEREAS, Colorado Gives Day is Tuesday, December 9th this year, and all citizens
are encouraged to participate because all donations, large or small, can make a
difference to nonprofits in need.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Mayor and Vail Town Council do hearby proclaim
that Tuesday, December 9, 2025, will be known as Colorado Gives Day in our
community.
Dated this 18th day of November 2025.
Vail Town Council Attest:
Travis Coggin, Mayor Stephanie Kauffman, Town Clerk
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 3.1
Item Cover Page
DATE:November 18, 2025
SUBMITTED BY:Stephanie Bibbens, Town Manager
ITEM TYPE:Citizen Participation
AGENDA SECTION:Public Participation (6:05pm)
SUBJECT:Public Participation (10 min.)
SUGGESTED ACTION:
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
Public Participation.pdf
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From:tom shoup
To:Public Input Town Council
Subject:Flags
Date:Monday, November 17, 2025 8:17:53 AM
Just a note but the flags on the south frontage road East of the main roundabout are looking pretty tired. Lots of
flags, i know, but they should look better at our world class resort
Thanks
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 5.1
Item Cover Page
DATE:November 18, 2025
SUBMITTED BY:Stephanie Bibbens, Housing
ITEM TYPE:Consent Agenda
AGENDA SECTION:Consent Agenda (6:15pm)
SUBJECT:Resolution No. 55, Series of 2025, a Resolution Approving a
Second Amendment to Second Amended and Restated
Development Agreement
SUGGESTED ACTION:Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Resolution No. 55,
Series of 2025.
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
11.18.25 TC 2nd amend DA Resolution Staff Report.docx
Resolution _ 2025 Second Amendment to Second Amended DA TRV.docx
Exhibit A .docx
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To: Vail Town Council
From: Jason Dietz, Housing Director
Anna Bengtson, Housing Development Specialist
Date: November 18, 2025
Subject: Resolution 55 Series of 2025, Second Amendment to Second Amended and Restated
Development Agreement with Triumph Timber Ridge LLC and the Town of Vail.
1. PURPOSE
The Town of Vail previously committed $3,000,000 toward its successful partnership with
Habitat for Humanity Vail Valley at Timber Ridge Village to buy down the cost of ten (10) 2-
bedroom units via Resolution 51of series 2025. The purpose of this resolution is to amend the
development agreement to reflect that the Towns’ $3,000,000 contribution buying down Timber
Ridge Village units shall be deducted from the Towns $25,449,948 purchase obligation. The
Towns new purchase obligation will be $22,449,948.
2. ACTION REQUESTED
Staff is requesting approval of Resolution 55, Series of 2025.
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RESOLUTION NO. 55
Series of 2025
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A SECOND AMENDMENT TO SECOND
AMENDED AND RESTATED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
WHEREAS, on July 26, 2024, the parties entered into the Second Amended and
Restated Development Agreement, and on December 5, 2024, the parties entered into the
First Amendment to Second Amended and Restated Development Agreement (the
“Development Agreement”); and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to further amend the Development Agreement in the
form attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by this reference (the “Second
Amednment”).
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO THAT:
Section 1. The Town Council hereby approves the Second Amendment in
substantially the same form as attached hereto as Exhibit A, and in a form approved by
the Town Attorney, and authorizes the Town Manager to execute the Second
Amendment on behalf of the Town.
Section 2. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage.
INTRODUCED, PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Town
Council of the Town of Vail held this 18th day of November 2025.
_________________________
Travis Coggin, Mayor
ATTEST:
Stephanie Kauffman, Town Clerk
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SECOND AMENDMENT TO SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT
This SECOND AMENDMENT TO SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (the "Second Amendment") is entered into as of
__________, 2025 (the "Effective Date"), by and between the Town of Vail, a Colorado
home rule municipality (the "Town"), and Triumph Timber Ridge, LLC, a Delaware limited
liability company ("Developer") (each a "Party" and collectively the "Parties").
WHEREAS, on July 26, 2024, the Parties entered into the Second Amended and
Restated Development Agreement, which was recorded in the office of the Clerk and
Recorder for Eagle County, Colorado, on July 30, 2024 at Reception No. 202408467, and
on December 5, 2024, the Parties entered into the First Amendment to Second Amended
and Restated Development Agreement, which was recorded in the office of the Clerk and
Recorder for Eagle County, Colorado, on December 20, 2024 at Reception No.
202415853 (collectively, the "Development Agreement");
WHEREAS, the Parties wish to further amend the Development Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the mutual promises and
covenants contained herein, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt
and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:
1. Section 7.d.i of the Development Agreement is deleted in its entirety and replaced
with the following:
i. Developer shall sell to the Town, and the Town agrees to purchase
from Developer, any of the Units identified on Exhibit F attached hereto and
incorporated herein by this reference, at the prices set forth in Exhibit F, at the time
a certificate of occupancy is issued for each Building wi thing the Project (each a
"Town Unit" and collectively the "Town Units"). The Town agrees to purchase at
least $22,449,948 worth of Units; provided, however, that if the Town has not
contributed $3,000,000.00 to Habitat for Humanity Vail Valley, Inc. (“HFH”), for
HFH’s use to purchase units within the Project on or before ___________, or if the
Town contributes $3,000,000 to HFH but HFH does not close on the Units for which
the Town provided such contribution, then the Town agrees to purchase at least
$25,449,948 worth of Units.
2. Except as provided in this Second Amendment, the terms and provisions of the
Development Agreement are unmodified and in full force and effect, and the Parties ratify
and acknowledge the Development Agreement as amended hereby.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Second Amendment as
of the Effective Date.
TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO
________________________________
Russell Forest, Town Manager
ATTEST:
____________________________
Stephanie Kauffman, Town Clerk
TRIUMPH TIMBER RIDGE, LLC
By: Triumph Development West, LLC,
its Manager
By: _____________________________
Name: __________________________
Title: ___________________________
STATE OF ___________________ )
) ss.
COUNTY OF _________________ )
Subscribed and sworn to before me this ______ day of _________, 2025, by
____________ as ______________________ for Triumph Development West, LLC, as
Manager of Triumph Timber Ridge, LLC.
WITNESS MY HAND AND OFFICIAL SEAL.
My commission expires: _______________________________
Notary Public
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 5.2
Item Cover Page
DATE:November 18, 2025
SUBMITTED BY:Cameron Millard, Environmental Sustainability
ITEM TYPE:Consent Agenda
AGENDA SECTION:Consent Agenda (6:15pm)
SUBJECT:Contract Award to McKinstry Essention, LLC for the Energy
Performance Project
SUGGESTED ACTION:Authorize the Town Manager to enter into a contract, in a form
approved by the Town Attorney, with McKinstry Essention, LLC for
energy performance project, in an amount not to exceed $9,147,164.
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
EPC Memo 11.18.25.pdf
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Town of Vail 1
To: Vail Town Council
From: Department of Environmental Sustainability
Date: November 18th, 2025
Subject: Energy Performance Contract
I. Purpose
The proposed 2026 budget includes a line item for the town’s Energy Performance Contract
project. Upon approval of the budget, the town manager will enter into an agreement with
McKinstry as soon as possible to prevent expiration of sub-contractor bids and construction and
material cost increases.
II. Background
The Energy Performance Contract (EPC) is a program of the Colorado Energy Office which
allows municipalities and other organizations to utilize savings from energy efficiency measures
to fund the capital requirements for facility improvements. Staff presented the Energy
Performance Contract to Town Council on November 3rd and the project is included in the
proposed 2026 budget. The project includes building envelope upgrades, lighting, HVAC
equipment, renewable energy and battery storage, electric vehicle charging and a geothermal
system. By investing in this project, the town is guaranteed to save an average of $205,000
annually on utility bills and take advantage of grant funding which brings the net cost to the town
to $3.4M.
The Vail Town Council has a strategic goal to reduce emissions communitywide by 50% by
2030 and 80% by 2050. This project advances these goals in a fiscally responsible way by
leveraging grants and energy savings, resulting in a net positive cumulative cash flow while also
achieving nearly 30% of the town’s 2030 climate goal, and setting the town up for a future large-
scale geothermal district.
III. Action Requested
Authorize the Town Manager to enter into an agreement with McKinstry Essention, LLC in a
form approved by the Town Attorney, in the amount of, and not to exceed $9,147,164.
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 6.1
Item Cover Page
DATE:November 18, 2025
TIME:5 min.
SUBMITTED BY:Jake Shipe, Finance
ITEM TYPE:Action Items
AGENDA SECTION:Action Items (6:15pm)
SUBJECT:Ordinance No. 25, Series of 2025, First Reading, An Ordinance
Providing for the Levy Assessment and Collection of Town Ad
Valorem Property Taxes Due for the 2025 Tax Year and Payable
in the 2026 Fiscal Year (6:15pm)
SUGGESTED ACTION:Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Ordinance No. 25,
Series of 2025 upon first reading.
PRESENTER(S):Carlie Smith, Finance Director and Jake Shipe, Budget Analyst
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
26 Mill Levy 1st.docx
Mill Levy Ordinance 2026 1st.doc
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TO: Vail Town Council
FROM: Finance Department
DATE: November 18, 2025
SUBJECT: Mill Levy Ordinance
I. SUMMARY
Authorization for the collection of property taxes in 2026.
II. DISCUSSION
On Tuesday evening, you will be asked to approve the attached mill levy ordinance upon first
reading. This ordinance authorizes the collection of property taxes in 2026 based on 2025
assessed valuations of property within the town’s boundaries. Eagle County is responsible for
assessing values and collecting property taxes on our behalf. The town is required by Colorado
state law to certify the mill levy by December 15 of each year. Since two readings of an ordinance
are required, we will bring the first reading on Tuesday with the second reading on December 3rd
to enable us to meet the December 15 deadline. The attached ordinance is based on preliminary
assessed valuations from the county (as of August 2024).
The town’s base mill levy as shown in the ordinance is 4.69 mills and the abatement levy is 0.032
mills. Abatement results when a taxpayer protests an assessed valuation after the normal protest
period and is refunded a portion of the tax already due or paid. The abatement mill levy allows
the town to recoup the refunded amount. This abatement levy of 0.032 mills equates to an
additional $2.00 per year for a $1 million home.
The property tax authorized by the attached ordinance will generate $7.9 million in revenue
in 2026, representing approximately 5.6% of the town’s total revenue. The projected revenue
reflects a 2.8% increase compared to the 2025 forecast, primarily due to the increase in property
valuations. Residential valuations increased 14.3% while commercial valuations increased 0.8%
however the majority of this increase was offset by the increase in the state’s assessment rates
lowering the taxable valuation of the property.
Recent Property Tax Changes
Between 2020 and 2024, property owners saw significant increases in property values. Several
legislative bills came forward to decrease the impacts of the valuation increases on property
owners. Through tax year 2025, these bills have reduced residential assessment rates from
7.15% to 6.25% and commercial rates from 29.0% to 27.0%, lowering the taxable valuations of
properties.
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House Bill 24B-1001
The most recent bill, HB 24B-1001, will permanently reduce residential assessment rates for
property taxation beginning with the 2025 property tax year. It also includes a property tax growth
limits for some local government entities of 10.5% over a two-year period and reduces
assessment rates for many nonresidential property classes. As a home rule municipality, the
revenue growth limit will not apply to the Town of Vail; however, the decrease in assessments will
impact revenue collections.
The following are the changes to assessment rates over the next several years:
2025 Tax Year Payable in 2026
Residential: Reduced to 6.25% (from 6.7% the prior year but from 7.15% originally).
Non-residential: Reduces from 29% to 27% for most classes of non-residential property.
2026 Tax Year Payable in 2027
Residential: Increase to 6.8% unless the statewide actual growth exceeds 5%, at which point it
will decrease to 6.7% and include a 10% value reduction up to $70,000.
Non-residential: Reduces from 29% to 26% for most classes of non-residential property
2027 Tax Year and After
Residential: Continues lower assessment rates and value reductions from 2026 adjusted for
inflation.
Nonresidential: Reduces from 29% to 25%
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Ordinance 25, Series of 2025
ORDINANCE NO. 25
SERIES OF 2025
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE LEVY ASSESSMENT AND COLLECTION
OF TOWN AD VALOREM PROPERTY TAXES DUE FOR THE 2025 TAX YEAR AND
PAYABLE IN THE 2026 FISCAL YEAR.
WHEREAS, it is necessary for the Town Council to provide for the levy, assessment and
collection of Town ad valorem property taxes due for the 2025 year and payable in the 2026
fiscal year.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Town Council of the Town of Vail,
Colorado, that:
1. For the purpose of defraying part of the operating and capital expenses of the
Town of Vail, Colorado, during its 2026 fiscal year, the Town Council hereby levies a property
tax of 4.722 mills upon each dollar of the total assessed valuation of $1,675,037,340 for the 2025
tax year of all taxable property within the Town, which will result in a gross tax levy of
$7,909,526 calculated as follows:
Base mill levy 4.690 $7,855,925
Abatement levy .032 _ 53,601
Total mill levy 4.722 $7,909,526
Said assessment shall be duly made by the County of Eagle, State of Colorado, as directed by the
Colorado Revised Statutes (1973 as amended), and as otherwise required by law.
2. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for
any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions
of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would have passed this ordinance,
and each part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that
any one or more parts, sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid.
3. The Town Council hereby finds, determines, and declares that this ordinance is
necessary and proper for the health, safety, and welfare of the Town of Vail and the inhabitants
thereof.
4. The repeal or the repeal and reenactment of any provision of the Municipal Code
of the Town of Vail as provided in this ordinance shall not affect any right which has accrued,
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Ordinance 25, Series of 2025
any duty imposed, any violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution
commenced, nor any other action or proceedings as commenced under or by virtue of the
provision repealed or repealed and reenacted. The repeal of any provision hereby shall not
revive any provision or any ordinance previously repealed or superseded unless expressly stated
herein.
5. All bylaws, orders, resolutions, and ordinances, or parts thereof, inconsistent
herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer shall not be
construed to revise any bylaw, order, resolution, or ordinance, or part thereof, theretofore
repealed.
INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED AND ORDERED
PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL, this 18th day of November, 2025. A public hearing shall be
held hereon at 6 P.M. on the 2nd day of December 2025, at the regular meeting of the Town
Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado, in the Municipal Building of the Town.
______________________________
Travis Coggin, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Russell Forrest, Town Manager
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.1
Item Cover Page
DATE:November 18, 2025
TIME:20 min.
SUBMITTED BY:Greg Roy, Community Development
ITEM TYPE:Public Hearings
AGENDA SECTION:Public Hearings (6:20pm)
SUBJECT:Ordinance No. 31, Series of 2025, First Reading, An Ordinance
Rezoning Certain Property in West Lionshead to the Lionshead
Mixed Use 2 Zone District (6:20pm)
SUGGESTED ACTION:Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Ordinance No. 31,
Series of 2025 upon first reading.
PRESENTER(S):Heather Knight, Planner II
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
Ord #31 of 2025 Staff Memo.pdf
Attachment A. Ordinance No.31, Series of 2025.pdf
Attachment B. West Lionshead Rezone PEC Staff Memo.pdf
Attachment C. PEC25-0033 Documents.pdf
Attachment D. 10-27-25 PEC Minutes.pdf
West Lionshead Rezone Staff Presentation.pdf
Applicant Presentation - Rezoning Application - Town Council First Reading - West Lionshead.pdf
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TO: Town Council
FROM: Community Development Department
DATE: November 18, 2025
SUBJECT: First reading of Ordinance No. 31, Series of 2025, an ordinance rezoning 1000 S
Frontage Rd W, Glen Lyon Subdivision, Parcel ID#2103-121-09-003 from the SDD
#4 Zone District to the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District; 1031 S
Frontage Rd W, Parcel ID# 2103-121-00-004, from the Arterial Business (ABD)
Zone District to the LMU-2 Zone District; and, 953 S Frontage Rd W, Parcel ID#
2103-121-00-002, from the Arterial Business (ABD) Zone District to the LMU-2
Zone District.
Applicant: Vail Corp, Soho Development, and East West Partners
Planner: Heather Knight
I. SUMMARY
The applicants, Vail Corp, Soho Development and East West Partners, are requesting a
recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a zone district boundary amendment,
pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to allow for the rezoning of
1000 S Frontage Rd W, Glen Lyon Subdivision, Parcel ID#2103-121-09-003 from the
SDD #4 Zone District to the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU -2) Zone District; 1031 S
Frontage Rd W, Parcel ID# 2103-121-00-004, from the Arterial Business (ABD) Zone
District to the LMU-2 Zone District; and, 953 S Frontage Rd W, Parcel ID# 2103-121-00-
002, from the Arterial Business (ABD) Zone District to the LMU-2 Zone District.
On October 27, 2025, the Planning and Environmental Commission (PEC) voted 6-0 to
recommend approval of the proposed amendment (PEC25-0033). Please find the staff
memorandum to the PEC and the minutes from the October 27, 2025 PEC meeting
attached to this report.
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF THE TOWN COUNCIL
The Vail Town Council shall approve, approve with modifications, or deny Ordinance No.
31, Series of 2025 on first reading.
III. DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST
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The following items are included for review:
Attachment A. Ordinance No. 31, Series of 2025
Attachment B. PEC25-0033 Staff Memo
Attachment C. PEC25-0033 Documents
Attachment D. PEC Results 10-27-25
IV. BACKGROUND
The parcel located at 1000 S Frontage Rd W falls within Special Development District
(SDD) No. 4. SDD No. 4, Cascade Village, was adopted by Ordinance No. 4 Series of
1976. At least twenty amendments have occurred between 1977 and 2008. SDD No. 4
includes the following areas:
Area A Cascade Village
Area B Coldstream Condominiums
Area C Glen Lyon Primary/Secondary and Single-Family Lots
Area D Glen Lyon Commercial Site
Area E Tract K
The entire Cascade Village SDD is approximately 97.5 acres. 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. Uses and development
standards for the entire property are as outlined in the adopting ordinance for Special
Development District No. 4.
Applying the LMU-2 zone district to this parcel and removing it from the SDD will
formally quantify the allowable density and dimensional limitations allowed for future
development. Applying a zone district to this area would also provide a level of certa inty
and predictability to Staff and Commissions as to the limits of development for this
parcel in the future and would also create consistency with surrounding adjacent Zone
Districts and land uses.
1031 S Frontage Rd W and 953 S Frontage Rd W are currently zoned as the Arterial
Business (ABD) Zone District. The Vail Resorts Maintenance Shop was annexed into
the Town of Vail by Ordinance No. 8, Series of 1969. The Holy Cross Lot, Vail
Professional Building, Cascade Crossing and former gas station sites that comprise the
remainder of the ABD district sites were annexed into the Town in 1975 with Ordinance
No. 26, Series of 1975. The Arterial Business District is intended to provide sites for
office space, public utilities, service stations, limited light industry having no adverse
environmental impacts that provides significant on-site tourist amenities and limited
shopping and commercial facilities serving the town and Upper Eagle Valley residents
and guests. Residential uses are not permitted in this district zone, nor are they
considered a conditional use. Therefore, it is beneficial to the Lionshead
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Redevelopment Master Plan that rezoning these two properties to the LMU -2 zone
district provides opportunities for multi-family residential and accommodation units (as
these uses are permitted on the second floor and above). In addition, a wider variety of
tourist-related and resident-related uses are permitted under the LMU-2 zone district
than in the ABD zone district.
Beginning in 2006, the Planning and Environmental Commission forwarded
recommendations to the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan to include all three of
the above-mentioned parcels within the Master Plan boundaries. Further amendments
were also made to the Master Plan regarding this area, first known as Ever Vail and
most recently as West Lionshead.
Further, Ordinance No. 7, Series of 2011, approved by the Vail Town Council in 2012,
authorized the rezoning of the subject parcels to the LMU-2 zoning district. A condition
of this rezoning approval was the relocation of the frontage road within a specified time
frame. Since the required relocation of the frontage road did not occur within that period,
the rezoning never became effective, and the ordinance has since expired.
On October 27, 2025, the current application was presented to the PEC where the PEC
forwarded a unanimous recommendation of approval to the Town Council (6-0).
V. RECOMMENDED MOTION
Please see the attached Staff Report from the October 27, 2025 PEC meeting for analysis
of the review criteria for this rezoning application.
Should the Vail Town Council choose to approve Ordinance No. 31, Series of 2025,
on first reading, staff recommends the Council pass the following motion:
“The Vail Town Council approves, on first reading, Ordinance No. 31, Series
of 2025, an ordinance rezoning 1000 S Frontage Rd W from the SDD #4
Zone District to the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District; 1031 and
953 S Frontage Rd W from the Arterial Business (ABD) Zone District to the
LMU-2 Zone District; parcel legal descriptions noted on Exhibit A of
Ordinance No. 31, Series of 2025.”
Should the Vail Town Council choose to approve Ordinance No. 31 Series of 2025, staff
recommends the Council make the following findings: “The Vail Town Council finds:”
1. That the amendment is consistent with the applicable elements of the adopted
goals, objectives and policies outlined in the Vail comprehensive plan and is
compatible with the development objectives of the town; and
2. That the amendment furthers the general and specific purposes of the zoning
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regulations; and
3. That the amendment promotes the health, safety, morals, and general welfare
of the town and promotes the coordinated and harmonious development of
the town in a manner that conserves and enhances its natural environment
and its established character as a resort and residential community of the
highest quality.”
Vl. ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A. Ordinance No. 31, Series of 2025
Attachment B. PEC25-0033 Staff Memo
Attachment C. PEC25-0033 Documents
Attachment D. PEC Results 10-27-25
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ORDINANCE NO. 31
SERIES OF 2025
AN ORDINANCE REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY IN WEST
LIONSHEAD TO THE LIONSHEAD MIXED USE 2 ZONE DISTRICT
WHEREAS, Soho Development and the Vail Corporation (the "Owners") own the
real property more particularly described in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated
herein by this reference (the "Property");
WHEREAS, on September 22, 2025, on behalf of the Owner, East West Partners
(the "Applicant") filed an application to rezone the Property to the Lionshead Mixed Use
2 Zone District (the "Application");
WHEREAS, Section 12-3-7 of the Vail Town Code sets forth the procedures for
rezoning;
WHEREAS, on October 27, 2025, the Planning and Environmental Commission
(the "PEC") held a properly-noticed public hearing on the Application, and recommended
that the Town Council approve the Application; and
WHEREAS, on November 18, 2025, the Town Council held a properly-noticed
public hearing on the Application.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO THAT:
Section 1. The Town Council, upon reviewing the recommendation of the
Planning Commission, hearing the statements of Town staff, the Applicant and the public,
and giving due consideration to the matter, finds and determines as follows:
a. The rezoning is consistent with the applicable elements of the adopted
goals, objectives and policies outlined in the Vail Comprehensive Plan and is
compatible with the development objectives of the Town;
b. The rezoning is compatible with and suitable to adjacent uses and
appropriate for the surrounding areas; and
c. The rezoning promotes the health, safety, morals, and general welfare of
the Town and promote the coordinated and harmonious development of the Town
in a manner that conserves and enhances its natural environment and its
established character as a resort and residential community of the highest quality.
Section 2. Based on the foregoing findings, the Town Council hereby approves
the Application and rezones the Property to the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone
District.
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Section 3. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this
ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not effect the validity of
the remaining portions of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would
have passed this ordinance, and each part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or
phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more parts, sections, subsections,
sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid.
Section 4. The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this
ordinance is necessary and proper for the health, safety and welfare of the Town and the
inhabitants thereof.
Section 5. The amendment of any provision of the Town Code as provided in
this ordinance shall not affect any right which has accrued, any duty imposed, any
violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution commenced, nor
any other action or proceeding as commenced under or by virtue of the provision
amended. The amendment of any provision hereby shall not revive any provision or any
ordinance previously repealed or superseded unless expressly stated herein.
Section 6. All bylaws, orders, resolutions and ordinances, or parts thereof,
inconsistent herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer
shall not be construed to revise any bylaw, order, resolution or ordinance, or part thereof,
theretofore repealed.
INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED
PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this 18th day of November, 2025, and
a public hearing for second reading of this Ordinance set for the 2nd day of December,
2025, in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail, Colorado.
_____________________________
Travis Coggin, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Stephanie Kaufmann, Town Clerk
READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED
this 2nd day of December, 2025.
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___, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Stephanie Kauffman, Town Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
Legal Description
• 1000 South Frontage Road West, Vail, CO – Eagle County Assessor's Parcel
ID#2103-121-09-003
• 1031 South Frontage Road West, Vail, CO – Eagle County Assessor's Parcel ID#
2103-121-00-004
• 953 South Frontage Road West – Eagle County Assessor's Parcel ID# 2103-121-
00-002
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TO: Planning and Environmental Commission
FROM: Community Development Department
DATE: October 27, 2025
SUBJECT: A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a zone district
boundary amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code,
to allow for the rezoning of 1000 S Frontage Rd W, Glen Lyon Subdivision,
Parcel ID#2103-121-09-003 from the SDD #4 Zone District to the Lionshead
Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District; 1031 S Frontage Rd W, Parcel ID# 2103-
121-00-004, from the Arterial Business (ABD) Zone District to the LMU-2 Zone
District; and, 953 S Frontage Rd W, Parcel ID# 2103-121-00-002, from the
Arterial Business (ABD) Zone District to the LMU-2 Zone District. (PEC25-0033).
Applicant: Vail Corp, Soho Development, and East West Partners
Planner: Heather Knight
I. SUMMARY
The applicants, Vail Corp, Soho Development and East West Partners , are requesting a
recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a zone district boundary amendment,
pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to allow for the rezoning of 1000
S Frontage Rd W, Glen Lyon Subdivision, Parcel ID#2103 -121-09-003 from the SDD #4
Zone District to the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District; 1031 S Frontage Rd W,
Parcel ID# 2103-121-00-004, from the Arterial Business (ABD) Zone District to the LMU-2
Zone District; and, 953 S Frontage Rd W, Parcel ID# 2103 -121-00-002, from the Arterial
Business (ABD) Zone District to the LMU-2 Zone District.
Based upon staff’s review of the criteria outlined in Section VI II of this memorandum and
the evidence and testimony presented, the Community Development Department
recommends the Planning and Environmental Commission forward a recommendation of
approval to the Vail Town Council.
II. DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST
The applicants, Vail Corp, Soho Development and East West Partners , are requesting a
recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a zone district boundary amendment,
pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to allow for the rezoning of 1000
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S Frontage Rd W, Glen Lyon Subdivision, Parcel ID#2103 -121-09-003 from the SDD #4
Zone District to the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District; 1031 S Frontage Rd W,
Parcel ID# 2103-121-00-004, from the Arterial Business (ABD) Zone District to the LMU-2
Zone District; and, 953 S Frontage Rd W, Parcel ID# 2103 -121-00-002, from the Arterial
Business (ABD) Zone District to the LMU-2 Zone District.
The following items are included for review:
A. Vicinity Map
B. Applicant narrative and supporting documents
III. BACKGROUND
The parcel located at 1000 S Frontage Rd W falls within Special Development District
(SDD) No. 4. SDD No. 4, Cascade Village, was adopted by Ordinance No. 4 Series of 1976.
At least twenty amendments have occurred between 1977 and 2008. SDD No. 4 includes
the following areas:
Area A Cascade Village
Area B Coldstream Condominiums
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Area C Glen Lyon Primary/Secondary and Single-Family Lots
Area D Glen Lyon Commercial Site
Area E Tract K
The entire Cascade Village SDD is approximately 97.5 acres. 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. Uses and development standards for the
entire property are as outlined in the adopting ordinance for Special Development District
No. 4.
Applying the LMU-2 zone district to this parcel and removing it from the SDD will formally
quantify the allowable density and dimensional limitations allowed for future development.
Applying a zone district to this area would also provide a level of certainty and predictab ility
to Staff and Commissions as to the limits of development for this parcel in the future and
would also create consistency with surrounding adjacent Zone Districts and land uses.
1031 S Frontage Rd W and 953 S Frontage Rd W are currently zoned as the Arterial
Business (ABD) Zone District. The Vail Resorts Maintenance Shop was annexed into the
Town of Vail by Ordinance No. 8, Series of 1969. The Holy Cross Lot, Vail Professional
Building, Cascade Crossing and former gas station sites that comprise the remainder of
the ABD district sites were annexed into the Town in 1975 with Ordinance No. 26, Series
of 1975. The Arterial Business District is intended to provide sites for office space, public
utilities, service stations, limited light industry having no adverse environmental impacts
that provides significant on-site tourist amenities and limited shopping and commercial
facilities serving the town and Upper Eagle Valley residents and guests . Residential uses
are not permitted in this district zone, nor are they considered a conditional use. Therefore,
it is beneficial to the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan that rezoning these two
properties to the LMU-2 zone district provides opportunities for multi-family residential and
accommodation units (as these uses are permitted on the second floor and above ). In
addition, a wider variety of tourist-related and resident-related uses are permitted under the
LMU-2 zone district than in the ABD zone district.
Beginning in 2006, the Planning and Environmental Commission forwarded
recommendations to the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan to include all three of the
above-mentioned parcels within the Master Plan boundaries. Further amendments were
also made to the Master Plan regarding this area, first known as Ever Vail and most recently
as West Lionshead.
Further, Ordinance No. 7, Series of 2011, approved by the Vail Town Council in 2012,
authorized the rezoning of the subject parcels to the LMU-2 zoning district. A condition of
this rezoning approval was the relocation of the frontage road within a specified time f rame.
Since the required relocation of the frontage road did not occur within that period, the
rezoning never became effective, and the ordinance has since expired.
IV. ZONING ANALYSIS
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Address: 1000 S Frontage Road W, 1031 S Frontage Road W,
953 S Frontage Road W
Legal Description: Glen Lyon Subdivision, Parcel ID#2103-121-09-003,
Parcel ID# 2103-121-00-004, and Parcel ID# 2103-
121-00-002
Existing Zoning: SDD No. 4 and Arterial Business District (ABD)
Proposed Zoning: Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2)
Existing Land Use Designation: Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan
Mapped Geological Hazards: FEMA Hazard (floodplain), in part
SURROUNDING LAND USES AND ZONING
Existing Land Use Zoning District
North: I-70 Not zoned (CDOT)
East: Vail Resorts Maintenance Bldg Lionshead Mixed Use 2
Vail Mountain Administration parking Lionshead Mixed Use 2
South: Town of Vail Stream Tract Not zoned
West: CDOT right of way Not zoned
Standard Arterial Business District Proposed Lionshead
Mixed Use 2 district
Setbacks
Adjacent to frontage road - a
maximum of 60% of the
length of the setback may be
kept to the minimum 15 foot
distance from the property
line. The remaining 40% of
the length of the setback shall
be 20 feet or more distant
from the property line.
Side – 15’ where bldg. height
is less than 20’; 20’ where
bldg. height is over 20’
Rear – 10’
Front – 10’
Side – 10’
Rear – 10’
Unless otherwise specified in the
Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan as a build-to line
Maximum Height
No more than 70% of the roof
area may exceed 32’ and
none of the area may exceed
40’
Maximum average building height
of 71 feet with a maximum height
of 82.5 feet, as further defined by
the Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan.
Density 60 sf of GRFA per 100 sf of
buildable site area 35 dwelling units/acre
GRFA None permitted 250 sf of GRFA for each 100 sf of
buildable site area
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Site Coverage
maximum 60% of site area 70% of site area
Commercial Floor Area
Not more than seventy five
one-hundredths floor area
ratio (FAR) shall be permitted
on any site or lot.
Unlimited
Minimum Landscaping 25% of the site area 20% of the site area
Parking
Per 12-10-10; No drives,
parking or loading areas are
permitted in the front setback
except for the ingress and
egress drive.
Per 12-10-10; at least 50% of
required parking shall be located
within the main building
V. APPLICABLE PLANNING DOCUMENTS
Staff believes that following provisions of the Vail Town Code and Vail Land Use Plan are
relevant to the review of this proposal:
Title 12, Zoning Regulations, Vail Town Code
CHAPTER 12-1, TITLE, PURPOSE AND APPLICABILITY (in part)
Section 12-1-2: Purpose:
A. General: These regulations are enacted for the purpose of promoting the health, safety,
morals, and general welfare of the Town, and to promote the coordinated and harmonious
development of the Town in a manner that will conserve and enhance its natural
environment and its established character as a resort and residential community of high
quality.
B. Specific: These regulations are intended to achieve the following more specific purposes:
1. To provide for adequate light, air, sanitation, drainage, and public facilities.
2. To secure safety from fire, panic, flood, avalanche, accumulation of snow, and other
dangerous conditions.
3. To promote safe and efficient pedestrian and vehicular traffic circulation and to lessen
congestion in the streets.
4. To promote adequate and appropriately located off -street parking and loading facilities.
5. To conserve and maintain established community qualities and economic values.
6. To encourage a harmonious, convenient, workable relationship among land uses,
consistent with Municipal development objectives.
7. To prevent excessive population densities and overcrowding of the land with structures.
8. To safeguard and enhance the appearance of the Town.
9. To conserve and protect wildlife, streams, woods, hillsides, and other desirable natural
features.
10. To assure adequate open space, recreation opportunities, and other amenities and
facilities conducive to desired living quarters.
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11. To otherwise provide for the growth of an orderly and viable community.
Arterial Business District (ABD) Zone District
Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District
Title 12, Article 7F: Arterial Business District (ABD)
12-7F-3 PERMITTED USES
The following uses shall be permitted in the Arterial Business District:
(A) Eating and drinking establishments, as follows, are permitted on the first (street)
level:
(1) Cocktail lounges and bars; and
(2) Coffee shops, fountains, sandwich shops and restaurant.
(B) Employee housing units, as further regulated by Chapter 13 of this title;
(C) Personal services and repair shops, as follows, are deemed to be generally accessory
and/or supportive of office uses and shall be permitted on the first (street) level:
(1) Beauty and barber shops;
(2) Shoe repair;
(3) Tailors and dressmakers; and
(4) Travel and ticket agencies.
(D) Professional offices, business offices and studios;
(E) Radio and television broadcasting studios;
(F) Retail stores and establishments, as follows, are deemed to be generally accessory
and/or supportive of office uses and are therefore permitted so long as they do not
exceed 8,000 square feet in floor area for each such business use and so long as
they are located on the first (street) level:
(1) Art supply stores;
(2) Bookstores;
(3) Drugstores;
(4) Florists;
(5) Newsstands;
(6) Stationery stores; and
(7) Tobacco stores.
(G) Additional offices, businesses or services determined to be similar to permitted uses
in accordance with the provisions of § 12-7F-1 of this article.
12-7F-4 CONDITIONAL USES
(A) Enumerated. The following conditional uses shall be permitted in the Arterial
Business District, subject to the issuance of a conditional use permit in accordance with the
provisions of Chapter 16 of this title:
(1) Any use permitted by § 12-7F-3 of this article, which is not conducted entirely within
a building;
(2) Bed and breakfasts, as further provided by § 12-14-18 of this title;
(3) Brewpubs;
(4) Child daycare centers;
(5) Communications antennas and appurtenant equipment;
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(6) Microbreweries;
(7) Private unstructured parking;
(8) Public buildings, grounds and facilities;
(9) Public park and recreation facilities;
(10) Public utility and public service uses, including screened outside storage;
(11) Service yards; and
(12) Transportation businesses.
Title 12, Article 7I: Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) district
12-7I-2 PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES; BASEMENT OR GARDEN LEVEL.
(A) Permitted uses. The following uses shall be permitted in basement or garden levels
within a structure:
(1) Banks and financial institutions;
(2) Child daycare centers;
(3) Commercial ski storage/ski club;
(4) Eating and drinking establishments;
(5) Employee housing units, as further regulated by Chapter 13 of this title;
(6) Personal services and repair shops;
(7) Professional offices, business offices and studios;
(8) Public or private lockers and storage;
(9) Recreation facilities;
(10) Retail establishments;
(11) Skier ticketing, ski school and skier services;
(12) Travel and ticket agencies; and
(13) Additional uses determined to be similar to permitted uses described in this
subsection (A), in accordance with the provisions of § 12 -3-4 of this title.
(B) Conditional uses. The following uses shall be permitted in basement or garden levels
within a structure, subject to issuance of a conditional use permit in accordance with the
provisions of Chapter 16 of this title:
(1) Conference facilities and meeting rooms;
(2) Electronics sales and repair shops;
(3) Liquor stores;
(4) Lodges and accommodation units;
(5) Major arcades;
(6) Multiple-family residential dwelling units, timeshare units, fractional fee clubs, and
lodge dwelling units;
(7) Religious institutions;
(8) Theaters; and
(9) Additional uses determined to be similar to conditional uses described in this
subsection (B), in accordance with the provisions of § 12 -3-4 of this title.
12-7I-3 PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES; FIRST FLOOR OR STREET LEVEL.
(A) Permitted uses. The following uses shall be permitted on the first floor or street level
within a structure:
(1) Banks, with walk-up teller facilities;
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(2) Child daycare centers;
(3) Eating and drinking establishments;
(4) Employee housing units, as further regulated by Chapter 13 of this title;
(5) Recreation facilities;
(6) Retail stores and establishments;
(7) Skier ticketing, ski school and skier services;
(8) Travel and ticket agencies; and
(9) Additional uses determined to be similar to permitted uses described in this
subsection (A), in accordance with the provisions of § 12 -3-4 of this title.
(B) Conditional uses. The following uses shall be permitted on the first floor or street
level floor within a structure, subject to issuance of a conditional use permit in accordance
with the provisions of Chapter 16 of this title:
(1) Beauty and barber shops;
(2) Conference facilities and meeting rooms;
(3) Electronics sales and repair shops;
(4) Financial institutions, other than banks;
(5) Liquor stores;
(6) Lodges and accommodation units;
(7) Multiple-family residential dwelling units, timeshare units, fractional fee clubs, and
lodge dwelling units;
(8) Religious institutions; and
(9) Additional uses determined to be similar to conditional uses described in this
subsection (B), in accordance with the provisions of § 12 -3-4 of this title.
12-7I-4 PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES; SECOND FLOOR AND ABOVE.
(A) Permitted uses. The following uses shall be permitted on those floors above the first
floor within a structure:
(1) Employee housing units, as further regulated by Chapter 13 of this title;
(2) Lodges and accommodation units;
(3) Multiple-family residential dwelling units, lodge dwelling units; and
(4) Additional uses determined to be similar to permitted uses described in this
subsection (A), in accordance with the provisions of § 12 -3-4 of this title.
(B) Conditional uses. The following uses shall be permitted on second floors and higher
above grade, subject to the issuance of a conditional use permit in accordance with the
provisions of Chapter 16 of this title:
(1) Banks and financial institutions;
(2) Child daycare centers;
(3) Conference facilities and meeting rooms;
(4) Eating and drinking establishments;
(5) Electronics sales and repair shops;
(6) Liquor stores;
(7) Personal services and repair shops;
(8) Professional offices, business offices and studios;
(9) Recreation facilities;
(10) Religious institutions;
(11) Retail establishments;
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(12) Skier ticketing, ski school and skier services;
(13) Theaters;
(14) Timeshare units and fractional fee clubs; and
(15) Additional uses determined to be similar to conditional uses described in this
subsection (B), in accordance with the provisions of § 12 -3-4 of this title.
12-7I-5 CONDITIONAL USES; GENERALLY (ON ALL LEVELS OF A BUILDING OR
OUTSIDE OF A BUILDING).
The following conditional uses shall be permitted, subject to issuance of a conditional use
permit in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 16 of this title:
(A) Automotive service stations;
(B) Bed and breakfasts, as further regulated by § 12 -14-18 of this title;
(C) Brewpubs;
(D) Child daycare centers;
(E) Commercial storage;
(F) Communications antennas and appurtenant equipment;
(G) Laundromats;
(H) Private outdoor recreation facilities, as a primary use;
(I) Public buildings, grounds and facilities;
(J) Public or private parking lots;
(K) Public parks and recreation facilities;
(L) Public utility and public service uses;
(M) Ski lifts and tows;
(N) Television stations;
(O) Vehicle maintenance, service, repair, storage and fueling;
(P) Warehouses; and
(Q) Additional uses determined to be similar to conditional uses described in this section,
in accordance with the provisions of 12-3-4 of this title.
12-7I-6 ACCESSORY USES.
The following accessory uses shall be permitted in the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 District:
(A) Home occupations, subject to issuance of a home occupation permit in accordance
with the provisions of § 12-14-12 of this title;
(B) Loading and delivery and parking facilities customarily incidental and accessory to
permitted and conditional uses;
(C) Minor arcades;
(D) Offices, lobbies, laundry, and other facilities customarily incidental and accessory to
hotels, lodges and multiple-family uses;
(E) Outdoor dining decks and patios;
(F) Swimming pools, tennis courts, patios or other recreation facilities customarily
incidental to permitted residential or lodge uses; and
(G) Other uses customarily incidental and accessory to permitted or conditional uses,
and necessary for the operation thereof.
Vail Land Use Plan
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1. General Growth / Development
1.1. Vail should continue to grow in a controlled environment, maintaining a balance
between residential, commercial and recreational uses to serve both the visitor and the
permanent resident.
2. Skier /Tourist Concerns
2.1. The community should emphasize its role as a destination resort while accommodating
day visitors.
2.2. The ski area owner, the business community and the Town leaders should work
together closely to make existing facilities and the Town function more efficiently.
2.3. The ski area owner, the business community and the Town leaders should work
together to improve facilities for day skiers.
2.4. The community should improve summer recreational options to improve year -round
tourism.
2.5. The community should improve non-skier recreational options to improve year-round
tourism.
2.8. Day skier needs for parking and access should be accommodated through creative
solutions such as:
a. Increase busing from out of town.
b. Expanded points of access to the mountain by adding additional base portals.
c. Continuing to provide temporary surface parking.
d. Addition of structured parking.
3. Commercial
3.2 The Village and Lionshead areas are the best location for hotels to serve the future
needs of destination skiers
3.3 Hotels are important to the continued success of the Town of Vail, therefore conversion
to condominiums should be discouraged.
3.4 Commercial growth should be concentrated in existing commercial areas to
accommodate both local and visitor needs.
3.5. Entertainment oriented business and cultural activities should be encouraged in the
core areas to create diversity. More night-time businesses, on-going events and sanctioned
“street happenings” should be encouraged.
4. Village Core / Lionshead
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4.1. Future commercial development should continue to occur primarily in existing
commercial areas. Future commercial development in the Core areas needs to be
carefully controlled to facilitate access and delivery.
4.3. The ambiance of the Village is important to the identity of Vail and should be preserved.
(Scale, alpine character, small town feeling, mountains, natural settings, intimate size,
cosmopolitan feeling, environmental quality.)
4.4. The connection between the Village Core and Lionshead should be enhanced through:
a. Installation of a new type of people mover.
b. Improving the pedestrian system with a creatively designed connection, oriented
toward a nature walk, alpine garden, and/or sculpture plaza.
c. New development should be controlled to limit commercial uses.
5. Residential
5.1. Additional residential growth should continue to occur primarily in existing, platted
areas and as appropriate in new areas where high hazards do not exist.
5.2. Quality time share units should be accommodated to help keep occupancy rates up.
5.3. Affordable employee housing should be made available through private efforts,
assisted by limited incentives, provided by the Town of Vail, with appropriate restrictions.
5.4. Residential growth should keep pace with the market place demands for a full range
of housing types.
Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan
4.1.5 West Lionshead - Residential/ Mixed-Use Hub
4.3 Connections to the Natural Environment
One of the outstanding characteristics of Vail Village is its spectacular visual connection to
Vail Mountain, particularly the protected view corridors up Bridge Street from the village
parking structure and toward the Gore Range from East Meadow Drive. Over the years the
village has also strengthened its physical connections to the natural environment by
improving creek side parks and trails and by integrating landscape into the built
environment at every opportunity. Lionshead has no similarly strong connection to the
natural environment even though it is situated even closer to the base of the mountain .
4.6.2 South Frontage Road
4.6.2.1 Potential Realignment
5.17 West Lionshead Project
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This Section was amended and approved by the Vail Town Council at the September
2, 2025 town council meeting as Resolution No. 36, Series of 2025. See Attachment
C for full amendment of this section of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan.
West Lionshead is an approximately 13-acre site, bordered by I-70 on the north, Gore
Creek on the south, and Lionshead Village on the east. Red Sandstone Creek bifurcates
the site, running north-south before joining Gore Creek. West Lionshead currently includes
the Vail Resorts Maintenance Facility, the Vail Professional building, Cascade Crossings,
and the Vail Resorts Administrative Office building. The South Frontage Road currently
runs east-west across the southern portion of the site. The Eagle River Water and
Sanitation District (“ERWSD”) is adjacent to West Lionshead. The subject property is
divided into six parcels, all of which should be zoned Lionshead Mixed Use 2 District.
VI. CRITERIA FOR REVIEW
Zone District Boundary Amendment
1. The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent with all the
applicable elements of the adopted goals, objectives and policies outlined in the Vail
comprehensive plan and is compatible with the development objectives of the town.
The proposed zone district boundary amendment provides a path forward for the site to
develop in alignment with the specific goal of zoning regulations to “provide for the growth
of an orderly and viable community”. The comprehensive plan also looks to increase the
commercial development in the area. With the site unable to develop with residential or
lodging components under the current zoning, the proposed zoning would allow for these
uses as well as align these sites with others in the vicinity.
The proposed zoning is also in line with the recent Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan
amendment that was reviewed and recommended for approval by the PEC.
Staff finds this criterion to be met.
2. The extent to which the zone district amendment is suitable with the existing and
potential land uses on the site and existing and potential surrounding land uses as
set out in the town's adopted planning documents.
The entirety of Lionshead is zoned either Lionshead Mixed Use 1 (LMU-1) or Lionshead
Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) and rezoning these sites to LMU-2 further adds to the overall
continuity of Lionshead area. The underlying land use of the subject sites is Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan, also consistent with the surrounding land uses within
Lionshead.
As seen in the vicinity map there are no immediately adjacent properties to the west . The
closest property in that direction is the Lift House development, part of the Cascade
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development. Immediately to the east are the properties zoned LMU-2, providing a suitable
zoning change for the subject lots.
Staff finds this criterion to be met.
3. The extent to which the zone district amendment presents a harmonious,
convenient, w orkable relationship among land uses consistent with municipal
development objectives.
The entirety of Lionshead is zoned either Lionshead Mixed Use 1 (LMU -1) or Lionshead
Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) and rezoning these sites to LMU-2 further adds to the overall
continuity of Lionshead area. The underlying land use of the subject sites is Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan, also consistent with the surrounding land uses within
Lionshead. The comprehensive plan also looks to increase the commercial development
and vitality in the area. With the site unable to develop with residential or lodging
components under the current zoning, the proposed zoning would allow for these uses as
well as align these sites with others in the vicinity.
Staff finds this criterion to be met.
4. The extent to which the zone district amendment provides for the growth of an
orderly viable community and does not constitute spot zoning as the amendment
serves the best interests of the community as a whole.
This zoning amendment does not result in the granting of privilege is consistent with the
Vail Comprehensive Plan, a test for determining spot zoning. The land use for this parcel
is Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan (LRMP), which is also part of the comprehensive
plan. As noted earlier in this staff report there are several specific goals from the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan that are applicable to this area. Further, the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan was amended by Resolution No. 36, Series of 2025 to
specifically align the LRMP.
Staff finds this criterion to be met.
5. The extent to which the zone district amendment results in adverse or beneficial
impacts on the natural environment, including, but not limited to, water quality, air
quality, noise, vegetation, riparian corridors, hillsides and other desirable natural
features.
The site of the proposed zone district boundary amendment is within a fully developed area
with little natural environment. The current uses on the sites are office spaces, parking lots
and maintenance shops. The height, site coverage, and landscaping requirements should
not produce a development product that is detrimental to the items listed in this criterion.
Future development on the parcel will be required to adhere to all applicable environmental
standards during development review, construction, and operation .
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Staff finds this criterion to be met.
6. The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent with the purpose
statement of the proposed zone district.
The purpose statement for the proposed zone district is noted below:
(A) The Lionshead Mixed Use 2 District is intended to provide sites for a mixture of
multiple-family dwellings, lodges, hotels, fractional fee clubs, timeshares, lodge dwelling
units, restaurants, offices, skier services, light industrial activities and commercial
establishments in a clustered, unified development. Lionshead Mixed Use 2 District, in
accordance with the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan, is intended to ensure
adequate light, air, open space and other amenities appropriate to the permitted type s of
buildings and uses and to maintain the desirable qualities of the zone district by
establishing appropriate site development standards. This zone district is meant to
encourage and provide incentives for redevelopment in accordance with the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan.
(B) This zone district was specifically developed to provide incentives for properties to
redevelop. The ultimate goal of these incentives is to create an economically vibrant
lodging, housing and commercial core area. The incentives in this zone district incl ude
increases in allowable gross residential floor area, building height, and density over the
previously established zoning in the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan study area.
The primary goal of the incentives is to create economic conditions favorable to inducing
private redevelopment consistent with the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan.
Additionally, the incentives are created to help finance public, off site, improvements
adjacent to redevelopment projects. Public amenities which will be evaluated with
redevelopment proposals taking advantage of the incentives created herein may include:
streetscape improvements; pedestrian/bicycle access; public plaza redevelopment;
public art; roadway improvements; and similar improvements.
The site is appropriate for the LMU-2 zone district, as noted in the purpose statement listed
above.
Staff finds this criterion to be met.
7. The extent to which the zone district amendment demonstrates how conditions
have changed since the zoning designation of the subject property was adopted and
is no longer appropriate.
As noted earlier in the report, this one parcel was originally developed under SDD No. 4,
with no underlying zoning. The other two parcels were developed under the Arterial
Business District zoning. Future development on these parcels would meet the goals of the
Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan, which includes residential, lodging and
commercial development that benefits both the visitor and permanent resident alike. The
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LMU-2 zone district would align the property with the underlying land use as well as the
adjacent sites in the Lionshead area.
Staff finds this criterion to be met.
8. Such other factors and criteria as the commission and/or council deem applicable
to the proposed rezoning.
VII. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Based upon the review of the criteria outlined in Section Vl of this memorandum and the
evidence and testimony presented, the Community Development Department recommends
the Planning and Environmental Commission forwards a recommendation of approval to
the Vail Town Council for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a zone district
boundary amendment, pursuant to Section 12 -3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to allow
for the rezoning of 1000 S Frontage Rd W, Glen Lyon Subdivision, Parcel ID#2103 -121-
09-003 from the SDD #4 Zone District to the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District;
1031 S Frontage Rd W, Parcel ID# 2103 -121-00-004, from the Arterial Business (ABD)
Zone District to the LMU-2 Zone District; and, 953 S Frontage Rd W, Parcel ID# 2103-121-
00-002, from the Arterial Business (ABD) Zone District to the LMU-2 Zone District.
Should the Planning and Environmental Commission choose to recommend approval of
this request, the Community Development Department recommends the Commission pass
the following motion:
“The Planning and Environmental Commission recommends approval to the Vail Town
Council for a for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a zone district boundary
amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to allow for the
rezoning of 1000 S Frontage Rd W from the SDD #4 Zone District to the Lionshead Mixed
Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District; 1031 and 953 S Frontage Rd W from the Arterial Business
(ABD) Zone District to the LMU-2 Zone District; parcel legal descriptions noted on page 1
of the staff report.” (PEC25-0033)
Should the Planning and Environmental Commission choose to recommend approval, of
this request, the Community Development Department recommends the Commission make
the following findings:
1. That the amendment is consistent with the adopted goals, objectives and policies
outlined in the Vail Comprehensive Plan and compatible with the development
objectives of the town;
2. That the amendment is compatible with and suitable to adjacent uses and
appropriate for the surrounding areas; and
3. That the amendment promotes the health, safety, morals and general welfare of
the town and promotes the coordinated and harmonious development of the town
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in a manner that conserves and enhances its natural environment and its
established character as a resort and residential community of the highest quality.
4. That the amendment is consistent with the applicable elements of the adopted
goals, objectives and policies outlined in the Vail Comprehensive Plan and is
compatible with the development objectives of the town;
5. That the amendment furthers the general and specific purposes of the zoning
regulations; and
6. That the amendment promotes the health, safety, morals and general welfare of
the town and promotes the coordinated and harmonious development of the town
in a manner that conserves and enhances its natural environment and its
established character as a resort and residential community of the highest quality.
X. ATTACHMENTS
A. Vicinity Map
B. Applicant narrative, dated September 2025
C. Resolution No. 36, Series of 2025
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West Lionshead
953, 1000, & 1031 South Frontage Road W
Vail, CO 81657
Zone Code Amendment Application
September 2025
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Table of Contents
1. Application Contents 3
2. Introduction & Background 5
3. Criteria for Rezoning 7
4. Exhibits 10
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1. Application Contents
a) Name and address of the owner and/or applicant and a statement that the
applicant, if not the owner, has the permission of the owner to make application
and act as agent for the owner;
i. Ownership
Soho Development, LLC (953 & 1031 S Frontage Road W) & Vail Corp
(1000 S Frontage Road W)
Gabrielle Lerner
917-882-6303
Gabrielle.lerner@vailresorts.com
Melissa Sherburne
970-222-3983
melissa.r.sherburne@vailresorts.com
ii. Development Partner (Applicant)
East West Partners
Jim Telling
970-343-0073
Jtelling@ewpartners.com
Kevin Murphy
720-839-6153
Kmurphy@ewpartners.com
iii. A letter of authorization has been provided as Exhibit A – Letter of
Authorization.
b) Legal description, street address, and other identifying data concerning the site;
i. Title commitments for each of the three parcels including the legal
description, street address and other identifying data has been provided
as Exhibit B – Title Commitment
c) Preliminary building plans and elevations sufficient to indicate the dimensions,
general appearance, scale and interior plan of all buildings;
i. There is no new development brought forth with this application; the
building plan and elevations will remain as they currently exist.
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d) A list of the owner or owners of record of the properties adjacent to the subject
property which is subject of the hearing; provided, however, notification of
owners within a condominium project shall be satisfied by notifying the
managing agent, or the registered agent of the condominium project, or any
member of the board of directors of a condominium association. The list of
owners, managing agent of the condominium project, registered agent or
members of the board of directors, as appropriate, shall include the names of
the individuals, their mailing addresses and the general description of the
property owned or managed by each. Accompanying the list shall be stamped,
addressed envelopes to each individual or agent to be notified to be used for the
mailing of the notice of hearing. It will be the applicant’s responsibility to provide
this information and stamped, addressed envelopes. Notice to the adjacent
property owners shall be mailed first class, postage prepaid; and
i. A list of adjacent property owners has been provided as Exhibit D –
Adjacent Property Owners
e) If the property is owned in common (condominium association) and/or located
within a development lot, the written approval of the other property owner,
owners or applicable owners’ association shall be required. This can be either in
the form of a letter of approval or signature on the application.
i. The property is wholly owned by Vail Corp and Soho Development, LLC (a
subsidiary of Vail Corp), however, a Letter of Authorization has been
provided as Exhibit A – Letter of Authorization.
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2. Introduction & Background
Vail Corp and Soho Development, LLC are the owners of the three subject parcels located at
953 South Frontage Road West (Vail Professional Building), 1000 South Frontage Road West
(Glen Lyon Building), and 1031 South Frontage Road West (Cascade Crossing) in Vail, Colorado.
Vail Corp, Soho Development, and East West Partners (“Applicant”) are submitting this
application to the Town of Vail’s Community Development department to facilitate a Zone Code
Amendment from the existing, underlying, Arterial Business District (ABD) zoning and Special
Design District #4 (SDD #4) zoning to Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU 2) zoning.
This application for a zone code amendment is the next step, after the Town Council approval
of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan Amendment on September 16th, 2025, towards
entitlements to redevelop West Lionshead.
The general entitlement process forward is detailed in the following exhibit:
Vail Corp and Soho Development, LLC. are the owners of the six parcels that make up the area
known as West Lionshead (formerly Ever Vail). Three of the six parcels are zoned Lionshead
Mixed Use 2 and the remaining three parcels are zoned Arterial Business District or Special
Design District #4. In keeping with the vision stated in the amended Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan (and the former versions of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan) the West
Lionshead area “should be zoned Lionshead Mixed Use 2” and this application for a zone code
amendment will accomplish said rezoning. After the rezoning applications review and approval,
it is anticipated that the Applicant will establish a Preliminary Development Agreement
amongst the partnership and subsequently submit a two additional, and related, applications.
The first a subdivision application to realign the South Frontage Road that, in its current
alignment, bifurcates the site and the second a rezoning application to apply zoning to the
newly subdivided parcels. Lastly the Applicant will be submitting project specific Major Exterior
Alteration applications, and development agreements, likely by phase for each of the projects
to be constructed within West Lionshead.
Vail Corp, Soho Development, LLC, and East West Partners are requesting that the site’s
existing zoning is modified from Arterial Business District (ABD) and Special Design District #4
(SDD #4) zoning to Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU 2) zoning to properly conform with the
existing uses on the site and are intended to exist on the site upon any redevelopment of the
site. Specifically, the Applicant requests that the Planning and Environmental Commission
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forward a recommendation of approval to the Vail Town Council to rezone parcel numbers
2103-121-00-002 and 2103-121-00-004 from Arterial Business District (ABD) and parcel
number 2103-121-09-003 from Special Design District #4 zoning to Lionshead Mixed Use 2
zoning.
There is no proposed change in existing use or design brought forth by this Zone District
Amendment Application, rather the application, establishes the framework for subsequent
development agreements and applications (Subdivision Applications and Major Exterior
Alteration Applications) to be brought forth to the Town of Vail’s Community Development
department in conjunction with the vision set forth in the LRMP.
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3. Criteria for Rezoning
1. The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent with all applicable
elements of the adopted goals, objectives and policies outlined in the Vail
Comprehensive Plan and is compatible with the development objectives of the
town.
i. The Zone District Amendment is consistent with the adopted goals,
objectives, and policies outlined in both the Vail Comprehensive Plan, the
Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and the development objectives
of the Town by laying the foundation for the site to accomplish goals
outlined in the Vail Land Use Plan such as “... to grow in a controlled
environment, maintaining a balance between residential, commercial and
recreation uses to serve both the visitor and the permanent resident”.
2. The extent to which the zone district amendment is suitable with the existing
and potential land uses on the site and existing and potential land uses as set
out in the towns adopted planning documents.
i. The Zone District Amendment is suitable with the existing land use on the
three subject parcels as professional offices and eating and drinking
establishments are listed as permitted uses within the Lionshead Mixed
Use 2 zone district. Additionally, the anticipated uses, to be proposed with
a subsequent land use applications to the Town’s Community
Development department, within the West Lionshead concept plan are
included as permitted and conditional uses within the Lionshead Mixed
Use 2 zone district.
3. The extent to which the zone district amendment presents a harmonious,
convenient, workable relationship among land uses consistent with municipal
development objectives.
i. The Zone District amendment will present an even more harmonious,
convenient, workable relationship among land uses that is consistent
with the Town’s development objectives by bringing the three subject
parcels into the same underlying zone district, Lionshead Mixed Use 2,
that make up the balance of the West Lionshead area.
4. The extent to which the zone district amendment provides for the growth of an
orderly viable community and does not constitute spot zoning as the
amendment serves the best interests of the community as a whole.
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i. The zone district does not constitute spot zoning as the Lionshead Mixed
Use 2 zone district currently underlays Lionshead and the parcels
immediately to the east of the subject properties. The proposed zone
district amendment provides for the growth of an orderly viable
community, serving the best interests of the Town as a whole by
replacing the existing underlying Arterial Business District and Special
Design District #4 zoning with Lionshead Mixed Use 2 zoning.
5. The extent to which the zone district amendment results in adverse or beneficial
impacts on the natural environment, including, but not limited to, water quality,
air quality, noise, vegetation, riparian corridors, hillsides, and other desirable
natural features.
i. The zone district amendment will have no impact on the natural
environment as there is no change to the existing use/design of the
building brought forth by this application.
6. The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent with the purpose
statement of the proposed zone district.
i. The site is currently consistent with the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 zone
district’s purpose statement as the subject parcels are a “mixture of
…restaurants, offices, and commercial establishments in a clustered,
unified development.” Additionally, this zone district amendment is
consistent with the purpose statement of the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 as
the code states, “This zone district is meant to encourage and provide
incentives for redevelopment in accordance with the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan”. Said redevelopment, in accordance with
the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan, is the ultimate goal of this
application for a zone district amendment in tandem with forthcoming
applications.
7. The extent to which the zone district amendment demonstrates how conditions
have changed since the zoning designation of the subject property was adopted
and is no longer appropriate.
i. The zoning designation of the subject properties, Arterial Business
District and Special Design District #4, were imposed on the three
subject parcels prior to the publishing of the Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan and subsequent amendments. The Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan calls for the West Lionshead area to be
zoned as Lionshead Mixed Use 2, thus the existing zoning is no longer
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appropriate.
8. Such other factors and criteria as the Commission and/or Council deem
applicable to the proposed zoning.
i. The Applicant is happy to furnish any additional materials the
Commission requests in evaluating this application for a Conditional Use
Permit.
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4. Exhibits
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Exhibit A – Letter of Authorization
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August 20, 2025
Town of Vail – Community Development
111 South Frontage Road West
Vail, CO 81657
Attention: Matt Gennett
Re: West Lionshead – Application for Rezoning
Dear Matt,
Soho Development, LLC. and Vail Corp are the owners of three parcels of certain property that
are part of the group of parcels commonly known as the “West Lionshead”, located at 953, 1000, and
1031 South Frontage Road West in Vail, Colorado (Respectively, parcel IDs 2103-121-00-002; 2103-
121-09-003; 2103-121-00-004).
As the owner of the West Lionshead properties, please accept this letter authorizing Jim Telling
& Kevin Murphy with East West Partners to represent our interests in the entitlement approval process.
Find Jim & Kevin’s contact information below.
Jim Telling
East West Partners
jtelling@ewpartners.com
C 970-748-7598
Kevin Murphy
East West Partners
kmurphy@ewpartners.com
C 720-839-6153
Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Soho Development, LLC
Name:
Title:
By:
Vail Corp
Name:
Title:
By:
Docusign Envelope ID: 93F010D2-80EA-4305-99BF-32632E28802E
Edward T Walker Edward T Walker
VP & DGC VP & DGC
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Exhibit B – Title Commitments
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Customer Distribution
Prevent fraud - Please call a member of our closing team for wire transfer
instructions or to initiate a wire transfer. Note that our wiring instructions will
never change.
Order Number: ABC50074625-2 Date: 08/07/2025
Property Address: 953 SOUTH FRONTAGE ROAD, VAIL, CO 81657
For Closing Assistance Closer's Assistant For Title Assistance
Katie Kuchler
0030 BENCHMARK ROAD,
SUITE 107
AVON, CO 81620
PO BOX 3480
(970) 748-4782 (Work)
(866) 358-6634 (Work Fax)
kkuchler@ltgc.com
Contact License: CO281402
Company License: CO44565
Allison Benoit
0030 BENCHMARK ROAD,
SUITE 107
AVON, CO 81620
PO BOX 3480
(970) 748-4798 (Work)
(877) 261-1631 (Work Fax)
abenoit@ltgc.com
Company License: CO44565
Scott Bennetts
5975 GREENWOOD PLAZA
BLVD
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO
80111
(303) 850-4175 (Work)
sbennetts@ltgc.com
Agent for Seller
EAST WEST PARTNERS
Attention: KEVIN MURPHY
DRAWER 2770
126 RIVERFRONT LANE 5TH FLOOR
AVON, CO 81620
(720) 839-6153 (Cell)
(970) 845-9200 (Work)
(970) 845-7205 (Work Fax)
kmurphy@ewpartners.com
Delivered via: Electronic Mail
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Estimate of Title Fees
Order Number: ABC50074625-2 Date: 08/07/2025
Property Address: 953 SOUTH FRONTAGE ROAD, VAIL, CO 81657
Seller(s): SOHO DEVELOPMENT, LLC, A COLORADO LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
Buyer(s): A BUYER TO BE DETERMINED
Thank you for putting your trust in Land Title. Below is the estimate of title fees for the
transaction. The final fees will be collected at closing. Visit ltgc.com to learn more about
Land Title.
Estimate of Title Insurance Fees
"ALTA" Owner's Policy 07-30-21 TBD
TOTAL TBD
Note: The documents linked in this commitment should be reviewed carefully. These
documents, such as covenants conditions and restrictions, may affect the title, ownership and
use of the property. You may wish to engage legal assistance in order to fully understand and
be aware of the implications of the documents on your property.
Chain of Title Documents:
Eagle county recorded 08/12/2005 under reception no. 925920
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Property Address:
953 SOUTH FRONTAGE ROAD, VAIL, CO 81657
1.Commitment Date:
08/01/2025 at 5:00 P.M.
2.Policy to be Issued and Proposed Insured:
"ALTA" Owner's Policy 07-30-21
Proposed Insured:
A BUYER TO BE DETERMINED
TBD
3.The estate or interest in the land described or referred to in this Commitment and covered herein is:
FEE SIMPLE AS TO PARCEL 1, AN EASEMENT AS TO PARCEL 2
4.The Title is, at the Commitment Date, vested in:
SOHO DEVELOPMENT, LLC, A COLORADO LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
5.The Land is described as follows:
PARCEL 1:
A PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN A PART OF THE NE1/4 OF THE NE1/4 OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 5
SOUTH, RANGE 81 WEST OF THE SIXTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, TOWN OF VAIL, COUNTY OF EAGLE,
STATE OF COLORADO, SAID PARCEL BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWESTERLY CORNER OF TRACT A, SOUTH FRONTAGE ROAD SUBDIVISION,
PER THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 6, 2000, UNDER RECEPTION NO. 743424 IN THE
OFFICE OF THE EAGLE COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER, SAID CORNER ALSO BEING THE NORTHERLY
RIGHT OF WAY OF THE SOUTH FRONTAGE ROAD OF INTERSTATE HIGHWAY NUMBER 70;
THENCE ALONG SAID NORTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY S. 73 DEGREES 37 MINUTES 52 SECONDS W. 200.00
FEET;
THENCE DEPARTING SAID NORTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY N. 16 DEGREES 51 MINUTES 09 SECONDS W.
158.18 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY OF INTERSTATE HIGHWAY NUMBER 70;
THENCE ALONG SAID SOUTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY N. 59 DEGREES 28 MINUTES 16 SECONDS E. 274.19
FEET TO THE NORTHWESTERLY CORNER OF INTERSTATE HIGHWAY NUMBER 70 PARCEL 26B;
THENCE DEPARTING SAID SOUTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY AND ALONG THE WESTERLY BOUNDARY OF
SAID PARCEL 26B S. 10 DEGREES 36 MINUTES 52 SECONDS W. 31.26 FEET TO THE SOUTHWESTERLY
CORNER OF SAID PARCEL 26B, SAID POINT ALSO BEING THE NORTHWESTERLY CORNER OF SAID
TRACT A;
THENCE ALONG THE WESTERLY BOUNDARY OF SAID TRACT A S. 10 DEGREES 45 MINUTES 05
SECONDS W. 34.40 FEET;
THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID BOUNDARY S. 04 DEGREES 37 MINUTES 43 SECONDS E. 170.34
FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO.
PARCEL 2:
EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS AS CREATED BY COMBINATION RELEASE OF EXISTING
EASEMENTS AND CREATION OF NEW CROSS EASEMENT AGREEMENT RECORDED DECEMBER 13,
1989 IN BOOK 519 AT PAGE 619, COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO.
ALTA COMMITMENT
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Schedule A
Order Number:ABC50074625-2
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This page is only a part of a 2021 ALTA® Commitment for Title Insurance. This
Commitment is not valid without the Notice; the Commitment to Issue Policy; the
Commitment Conditions; Schedule A; Schedule B, Part I—Requirements; Schedule B, Part
II—Exceptions; and a counter-signature by the Company or its issuing agent that may be in
electronic form.
Copyright 2021 American Land Title Association. All rights reserved.
The use of this Form is restricted to ALTA licensees and ALTA members in good standing
as of the date of use. All other uses are prohibited. Reprinted under license from the
American Land Title Association.
ALTA COMMITMENT
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Schedule A
Order Number:ABC50074625-2
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ALTA COMMITMENT
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Schedule B, Part I
(Requirements)
Order Number: ABC50074625-2
All of the following Requirements must be met:
This proposed Insured must notify the Company in writing of the name of any party not referred to in this
Commitment who will obtain an interest in the Land or who will make a loan on the Land. The Company
may then make additional Requirements or Exceptions.
Pay the agreed amount for the estate or interest to be insured.
Pay the premiums, fees, and charges for the Policy to the Company.
Documents satisfactory to the Company that convey the Title or create the Mortgage to be insured, or
both, must be properly authorized, executed, delivered, and recorded in the Public Records.
1.A FULL COPY OF THE FULLY EXECUTED OPERATING AGREEMENT AND ANY AND ALL AMENDMENTS
THERETO FOR SOHO DEVELOPMENT, LLC, A COLORADO LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY MUST BE
FURNISHED TO LAND TITLE GUARANTEE COMPANY. SAID AGREEMENT MUST DISCLOSE WHO MAY
CONVEY, ACQUIRE, ENCUMBER, LEASE OR OTHERWISE DEAL WITH INTERESTS IN REAL PROPERTY
FOR SAID ENTITY.
NOTE: ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS MAY BE NECESSARY UPON REVIEW OF THIS DOCUMENTATION.
2.DULY EXECUTED AND ACKNOWLEDGED STATEMENT OF AUTHORITY SETTING FORTH THE NAME OF
SOHO DEVELOPMENT, LLC, A COLORADO LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY AS A LIMITED LIABILITY
COMPANY. THE STATEMENT OF AUTHORITY MUST STATE UNDER WHICH LAWS THE ENTITY WAS
CREATED, THE MAILING ADDRESS OF THE ENTITY, AND THE NAME AND POSITION OF THE PERSON(S)
AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE INSTRUMENTS CONVEYING, ENCUMBERING, OR OTHERWISE AFFECTING
TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY ON BEHALF OF THE ENTITY AND OTHERWISE COMPLYING WITH THE
PROVISIONS OF SECTION 38-30-172, CRS.
NOTE: THE STATEMENT OF AUTHORITY MUST BE RECORDED WITH THE CLERK AND RECORDER.
3.WARRANTY DEED FROM SOHO DEVELOPMENT, LLC, A COLORADO LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY TO A
BUYER TO BE DETERMINED CONVEYING SUBJECT PROPERTY.
NOTE: ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS OR EXCEPTIONS MAY BE NECESSARY WHEN THE BUYERS
NAMES ARE ADDED TO THIS COMMITMENT. COVERAGES AND/OR CHARGES REFLECTED HEREIN, IF
ANY, ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE UPON RECEIPT OF THE CONTRACT TO BUY AND SELL REAL ESTATE
AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO.
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Some historical land records contain Discriminatory Covenants that are illegal and unenforceable by
law. This Commitment and the Policy treat any Discriminatory Covenant in a document referenced in
Schedule B as if each Discriminatory Covenant is redacted, repudiated, removed, and not republished or
recirculated. Only the remaining provisions of the document will be excepted from coverage.
1.Any facts, rights, interests, or claims thereof, not shown by the Public Records but that could be
ascertained by an inspection of the Land or that may be asserted by persons in possession of the Land.
2.Easements, liens or encumbrances, or claims thereof, not shown by the Public Records.
3.Any encroachment, encumbrance, violation, variation, or adverse circumstance affecting the Title that
would be disclosed by an accurate and complete land survey of the Land and not shown by the Public
Records.
4.Any lien, or right to a lien, for services, labor or material heretofore or hereafter furnished, imposed by
law and not shown by the Public Records.
5.Defects, liens, encumbrances, adverse claims or other matters, if any, created, first appearing in the
public records or attaching subsequent to the effective date hereof but prior to the date of the proposed
insured acquires of record for value the estate or interest or mortgage thereon covered by this
Commitment.
6.(a) Taxes or assessments that are not shown as existing liens by the records of any taxing authority that
levies taxes or assessments on real property or by the Public Records; (b) proceedings by a public
agency that may result in taxes or assessments, or notices of such proceedings, whether or not shown
by the records of such agency or by the Public Records.
7.(a) Unpatented mining claims; (b) reservations or exceptions in patents or in Acts authorizing the
issuance thereof; (c) water rights, claims or title to water.
8.EXISTING LEASES AND TENANCIES, IF ANY.
9.RIGHT OF PROPRIETOR OF A VEIN OR LODE TO EXTRACT AND REMOVE HIS ORE THEREFROM
SHOULD THE SAME BE FOUND TO PENETRATE OR INTERSECT THE PREMISES AS RESERVED IN
UNITED STATES PATENT RECORDED DECEMBER 29, 1920, IN BOOK 93 AT PAGE 42.
10.RIGHT OF WAY FOR DITCHES OR CANALS CONSTRUCTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE UNITED
STATES AS RESERVED IN UNITED STATES PATENT RECORDED DECEMBER 29, 1920, IN BOOK 93 AT
PAGE 42.
11.ANY RIGHTS, INTERESTS OR EASEMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE STATE OF COLORADO, THE UNITED
STATES OF AMERICA, OR THE GENERAL PUBLIC, WHICH EXIST OR ARE CLAIMED TO EXIST IN, OVER,
UNDER AND/OR ACROSS THE WATERS AND PRESENT AND PAST BED AND BANKS OF THE RED
SANDSTONE CREEK.
12.TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF RIGHT OF WAY EASEMENT RECORDED JULY 09, 1984 IN
BOOK 388 AT PAGE 756.
13.TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF COMBINATION RELEASE OF EXISTING EASEMENTS AND
CREATION OF NEW CROSS EASEMENT AGREEMENT RECORDED DECEMBER 13, 1989 IN BOOK 519 AT
PAGE 619.
14.TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF USE RESTRICTION AGREEMENT RECORDED DECEMBER
27, 1989 IN BOOK 520 AT PAGE 202 AND AMENDMENT RECORDED AUGUST 29, 1991 IN BOOK 561 AT
PAGE 190.
ALTA COMMITMENT
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Schedule B, Part II
(Exceptions)
Order Number: ABC50074625-2
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15.TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF CONVEYANCE OF EASEMENT RECORDED JUNE 25, 1991 IN
BOOK 556 AT PAGE 702 AND RERECORDED AUGUST 29, 1991 IN BOOK 561 AT PAGE 191.
16.LACK OF A DIRECT ACCESS ON AND TO INTERSTATE HIGHWAY 70, WHICH ABUTS SUBJECT
PROPERTY.
ALTA COMMITMENT
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Schedule B, Part II
(Exceptions)
Order Number: ABC50074625-2
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ALTA Commitment For Title Insurance
issued by Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
NOTICE
IMPORTANT—READ CAREFULLY: THIS COMMITMENT IS AN OFFER TO ISSUE ONE OR MORE TITLE INSURANCE
POLICIES. ALL CLAIMS OR REMEDIES SOUGHT AGAINST THE COMPANY INVOLVING THE CONTENT OF THIS
COMMITMENT OR THE POLICY MUST BE BASED SOLELY IN CONTRACT.
THIS COMMITMENT IS NOT AN ABSTRACT OF TITLE, REPORT OF THE CONDITION OF TITLE, LEGAL OPINION, OPINION
OF TITLE, OR OTHER REPRESENTATION OF THE STATUS OF TITLE. THE PROCEDURES USED BY THE COMPANY TO DETERMINE INSURABILITY OF
THE TITLE, INCLUDING ANY SEARCH AND EXAMINATION, ARE PROPRIETARY TO THE COMPANY, WERE PERFORMED SOLELY FOR THE BENEFIT OF
THE COMPANY, AND CREATE NO EXTRACONTRACTUAL LIABILITY TO ANY PERSON, INCLUDING A PROPOSED INSURED.
THE COMPANY’S OBLIGATION UNDER THIS COMMITMENT IS TO ISSUE A POLICY TO A PROPOSED INSURED IDENTIFIED IN SCHEDULE A IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND PROVISIONS OF THIS COMMITMENT. THE COMPANY HAS NO LIABILITY OR OBLIGATION INVOLVING THE
CONTENT OF THIS COMMITMENT TO ANY OTHER PERSON. .
COMMITMENT TO ISSUE POLICY
Subject to the Notice; Schedule B, Part I—Requirements; Schedule B, Part II—Exceptions; and the Commitment Conditions ,Old Republic National Title Insurance
Company, a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), commits to issue the Policy according to the terms and provisions of this Commitment. This Commitment is
effective as of the Commitment Date shown in Schedule A for each Policy described in Schedule A, only when the Company has entered in Schedule A both the
specified dollar amount as the Proposed Amount of insurance and the name of the Proposed Insured. If all of the Schedule B, Part I—Requirements have not been
met within 6 months after the Commitment Date, this Commitment terminates and the Company’s liability and obligation end.
COMMITMENT CONDITIONS
1. DEFINITIONS
2. If all of the Schedule B, Part I—Requirements have not been met within the time period specified in the Commitment to Issue Policy, Commitment terminates
and the Company’s liability and obligation end.
3. The Company’s liability and obligation is limited by and this Commitment is not valid without:
4. COMPANY’S RIGHT TO AMEND
The Company may amend this Commitment at any time. If the Company amends this Commitment to add a defect, lien, encumbrance, adverse claim, or
other matter recorded in the Public Records prior to the Commitment Date, any liability of the Company is limited by Commitment Condition 5. The
Company is not liable for any other amendment to this Commitment.
5. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
i. comply with the Schedule B, Part I—Requirements;
ii. eliminate, with the Company’s written consent, any Schedule B, Part II—Exceptions; or
iii. acquire the Title or create the Mortgage covered by this Commitment.
“Discriminatory Covenant”: Any covenant, condition, restriction, or limitation that is unenforceable under applicable law because it illegally
discriminates against a class of individuals based on personal characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
familial status, disability, national origin, or other legally protected class.
(a)
“Knowledge” or “Known”: Actual knowledge or actual notice, but not constructive notice imparted by the Public Records.(b)
“Land”: The land described in item 5 of Schedule A and affixed improvements located on that land that by State law constitute real property. The term
“Land” does not include any property beyond that described in Schedule A, nor any right, title, interest, estate, or easement in any abutting street,
road, aavenue, alley, lane, right-of-way, body of water, or waterway, but does not modify or limit the extent that a right of access to and from the Land
is to be insured by the Policy.
(c)
“Mortgage”: A mortgage, deed of trust, trust deed, security deed, or other real property security instrument, including one evidenced by electronic
means authorized by law.
(d)
“Policy”: Each contract of title insurance, in a form adopted by the American Land Title Association, issued or to be issued by the Company
pursuant to this Commitment.
(e)
“Proposed Amount of Insurance”: Each dollar amount specified in Schedule A as the Proposed Amount of Insurance of each Policy to be issued
pursuant to this Commitment.
(f)
“Proposed Insured”: Each person identified in Schedule A as the Proposed Insured of each Policy to be issued pursuant to this Commitment.(g)
“Public Records”: The recording or filing system established under State statutes in effect at the Commitment Date under which a document must be
recorded or filed to impart constructive notice of matters relating to the TItle to a purchaser for value without Knowledge. The term “Public Records”
does not include any other recording or filing system, including any pertaining to environmental remediation or protection, planning, permitting,
zoning, licensing, building, health, public safety, or national security matters.
(h)
“State”: The state or commonwealth of the United States within whose exterior boundaries the Land is located. The term “State” also includes the
District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Guam.
(i)
“Title”: The estate or interest in the Land identified in Item 3 of Schedule A.(j)
the Notice;(a)
the Commitment to Issue Policy;(b)
the Commitment Conditions;(c)
Schedule A;(d)
Schedule B, Part I—Requirements; and(e)
Schedule B, Part II—Exceptions; and(f)
a counter-signature by the Company or its issuing agent that may be in electronic form.(g)
The Company’s liability under Commitment Condition 4 is limited to the Proposed Insured’s actual expense incurred in the interval between the
Company’s delivery to the Proposed Insured of the Commitment and the delivery of the amended Commitment, resulting from the Proposed
Insured’s good faith reliance to:
(a)
The Company is not liable under Commitment Condition 5(a) if the Proposed Insured requested the amendment or had Knowledge of the matter and
did not notify the Company about it in writing.
(b)
The Company is only liable under Commitment Condition 4 if the Proposed Insured would not have incurred the expense had the Commitment
included the added matter when the Commitment was first delivered to the Proposed Insured.
(c)
The Company’s liability does not exceed the lesser of the Proposed Insured’s actual expense incurred in good faith and described in Commitment
Condition 5(a) or the Proposed Amount of Insurance.
(d)
The Company is not liable for the content of the Transaction Identification Data, if any.(e)
The Company is not obligated to issue the Policy referred to in this Commitment unless all of the Schedule B, Part I—Requirements have been met
to the satisfaction of the Company.
(f)
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6. LIABILITY OF THE COMPANY MUST BE BASED ON THIS COMMITMENT. CHOICE OF LAW AND CHOICE OF FORUM
7. IF THIS COMMITMENT IS ISSUED BY AN ISSUING AGENT
The issuing agent is the Company’s agent only for the limited purpose of issuing title insurance commitments and policies. The issuing agent is not the
Company’s agent for the purpose of providing closing or settlement services.
8. PRO-FORMA POLICY
The Company may provide, at the request of a Proposed Insured, a pro-forma policy illustrating the coverage that the Company may provide. A pro-forma
policy neither reflects the status of Title at the time that the pro-forma policy is delivered to a Proposed Insured, nor is it a commitment to insure.
9. CLAIMS PROCEDURES
This Commitment incorporates by reference all Conditions for making a claim in the Policy to be issued to the Proposed Insured. Commitment Condition 9
does not modify the limitations of liability in Commitment Conditions 5 and 6.
10. CLASS ACTION
ALL CLAIMS AND DISPUTES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THIS COMMITMENT, INCLUDING ANY SERVICE OR OTHER MATTER IN
CONNECTION WITH ISSUING THIS COMMITMENT, ANY BREACH OF A COMMITMENT PROVISION, OR ANY OTHER CLAIM OR DISPUTE
ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE TRANSACTION GIVING RISE TO THIS COMMITMENT, MUST BE BROUGHT IN AN INDIVIDUAL
CAPACITY. NO PARTY MAY SERVE AS PLAINTIFF, CLASS MEMBER, OR PARTICIPANT IN ANY CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING.
ANY POLICY ISSUED PURSUANT TO THIS COMMITMENT WILL CONTAIN A CLASS ACTION CONDITION.
11. ARBITRATION
The Policy contains an arbitration clause. All arbitrable matters when the Proposed Amount of insurance is $2,000,000 or less may be arbitrated at the
election of either the Company or the Proposed Insured as the exclusive remedy of the parties. A Proposed Insured may review a copy of the arbitration
rules at http://www.alta.org/arbitration
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Old Republic National Title Insurance Company has caused its corporate name and seal to be affixed by its duly authorized officers on
the date shown in Schedule A to be valid when countersigned by a validating officer or other authorized signatory.
Issued by:
Land Title Guarantee Company
3033 East First Avenue Suite 600
Denver, Colorado 80206
303-321-1880
Craig B. Rants, Senior Vice President
This page is only a part of a 2021 ALTA® Commitment for Title Insurance issued by Old Republic National Title Insurance Company. This Commitment is not
valid without the Notice; the Commitment to Issue Policy; the Commitment Conditions; Schedule A; Schedule B, Part I—Requirements; and Schedule B, Part II
—Exceptions; and a counter-signature by the Company or its issuing agent that may be in electronic form.
Copyright 2021 American Land Title Association. All rights reserved.
The use of this Form (or any derivative thereof) is restricted to ALTA licensees and ALTA members in good standing as of the date of use. All other uses are
prohibited. Reprinted under license from the American Land Title Association.
The Company’s liability is further limited by the terms and provisions of the Policy to be issued to the Proposed Insured.(g)
Only a Proposed Insured identified in Schedule A, and no other person, may make a claim under this Commitment.(a)
Any claim must be based in contract under the State law of the State where the Land is located and is restricted to the terms and provisions of this
Commitment. Any litigation or other proceeding brought by the Proposed Insured against the Company must be filed only in a State or federal court
having jurisdiction
(b)
This Commitment, as last revised, is the exclusive and entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Commitment
and supersedes all prior commitment negotiations, representations, and proposals of any kind, whether written or oral, express or implied, relating to
the subject matter of this Commitment.
(c)
The deletion or modification of any Schedule B, Part II—Exception does not constitute an agreement or obligation to provide coverage beyond the
terms and provisions of this Commitment or the Policy.
(d)
Any amendment or endorsement to this Commitment must be in writing and authenticated by a person authorized by the Company.(e)
When the Policy is issued, all liability and obligation under this Commitment will end and the Company’s only liability will be under the Policy.(f)
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Land Title Guarantee Company
Disclosure Statements
Note: Pursuant to CRS 10-11-122, notice is hereby given that:
Note: Effective September 1, 1997, CRS 30-10-406 requires that all documents received for recording or filing in the
clerk and recorder's office shall contain a top margin of at least one inch and a left, right and bottom margin of at least
one half of an inch. The clerk and recorder may refuse to record or file any document that does not conform, except that,
the requirement for the top margin shall not apply to documents using forms on which space is provided for recording or
filing information at the top margin of the document.
Note: Colorado Division of Insurance Regulations 8-1-2 requires that "Every title entity shall be responsible for all matters
which appear of record prior to the time of recording whenever the title entity conducts the closing and is responsible for
recording or filing of legal documents resulting from the transaction which was closed". Provided that Land Title
Guarantee Company conducts the closing of the insured transaction and is responsible for recording the legal documents
from the transaction, exception number 5 will not appear on the Owner's Title Policy and the Lenders Policy when issued.
Note: Affirmative mechanic's lien protection for the Owner may be available (typically by deletion of Exception no. 4 of
Schedule B, Section 2 of the Commitment from the Owner's Policy to be issued) upon compliance with the following
conditions:
No coverage will be given under any circumstances for labor or material for which the insured has contracted for or
agreed to pay.
Note: Pursuant to CRS 10-11-123, notice is hereby given:
The Subject real property may be located in a special taxing district.(A)
A certificate of taxes due listing each taxing jurisdiction will be obtained from the county treasurer of the county in
which the real property is located or that county treasurer's authorized agent unless the proposed insured provides
written instructions to the contrary. (for an Owner's Policy of Title Insurance pertaining to a sale of residential real
property).
(B)
The information regarding special districts and the boundaries of such districts may be obtained from the Board of
County Commissioners, the County Clerk and Recorder, or the County Assessor.
(C)
The land described in Schedule A of this commitment must be a single family residence which includes a
condominium or townhouse unit.
(A)
No labor or materials have been furnished by mechanics or material-men for purposes of construction on the land
described in Schedule A of this Commitment within the past 6 months.
(B)
The Company must receive an appropriate affidavit indemnifying the Company against un-filed mechanic's and
material-men's liens.
(C)
The Company must receive payment of the appropriate premium.(D)
If there has been construction, improvements or major repairs undertaken on the property to be purchased within
six months prior to the Date of Commitment, the requirements to obtain coverage for unrecorded liens will include:
disclosure of certain construction information; financial information as to the seller, the builder and or the contractor;
payment of the appropriate premium fully executed Indemnity Agreements satisfactory to the company, and, any
additional requirements as may be necessary after an examination of the aforesaid information by the Company.
(E)
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This notice applies to owner's policy commitments disclosing that a mineral estate has been severed from the surface
estate, in Schedule B-2.
Note: Pursuant to CRS 10-1-128(6)(a), It is unlawful to knowingly provide false, incomplete, or misleading facts or
information to an insurance company for the purpose of defrauding or attempting to defraud the company. Penalties may
include imprisonment, fines, denial of insurance, and civil damages. Any insurance company or agent of an insurance
company who knowingly provides false, incomplete, or misleading facts or information to a policyholder or claimant for
the purpose of defrauding or attempting to defraud the policyholder or claimant with regard to a settlement or award
payable from insurance proceeds shall be reported to the Colorado Division of Insurance within the Department of
Regulatory Agencies.
Note: Pursuant to Colorado Division of Insurance Regulations 8-1-3, notice is hereby given of the availability of a closing
protection letter for the lender, purchaser, lessee or seller in connection with this transaction.
Note: Pursuant to CRS 24-21-514.5, Colorado notaries may remotely notarize real estate deeds and other documents
using real-time audio-video communication technology. You may choose not to use remote notarization for any
document.
That there is recorded evidence that a mineral estate has been severed, leased, or otherwise conveyed from the
surface estate and that there is substantial likelihood that a third party holds some or all interest in oil, gas, other
minerals, or geothermal energy in the property; and
(A)
That such mineral estate may include the right to enter and use the property without the surface owner's
permission.
(B)
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Joint Notice of Privacy Policy of
Land Title Guarantee Company
Land Title Insurance Corporation and
Old Republic National Title Insurancy Company
This Statement is provided to you as a customer of Land Title Guarantee Company as agent for Land Title Insurance
Corporation and Old Republic National Title Insurance Company.
We want you to know that we recognize and respect your privacy expectations and the requirements of federal and state
privacy laws. Information security is one of our highest priorities. We recognize that maintaining your trust and confidence
is the bedrock of our business. We maintain and regularly review internal and external safeguards against unauthorized
access to your non-public personal information ("Personal Information").
In the course of our business, we may collect Personal Information about you from:
applications or other forms we receive from you, including communications sent through TMX, our web-based
transaction management system;
your transactions with, or from the services being performed by us, our affiliates, or others;
a consumer reporting agency, if such information is provided to us in connection with your transaction;
and
The public records maintained by governmental entities that we obtain either directly from those entities, or from
our affiliates and non-affiliates.
Our policies regarding the protection of the confidentiality and security of your Personal Information are as follows:
We restrict access to all Personal Information about you to those employees who need to know that information in
order to provide products and services to you.
We may share your Personal Information with affiliated contractors or service providers who provide services in the
course of our business, but only to the extent necessary for these providers to perform their services and to
provide these services to you as may be required by your transaction.
We maintain physical, electronic and procedural safeguards that comply with federal standards to protect your
Personal Information from unauthorized access or intrusion.
Employees who violate our strict policies and procedures regarding privacy are subject to disciplinary action.
We regularly assess security standards and procedures to protect against unauthorized access to Personal
Information.
WE DO NOT DISCLOSE ANY PERSONAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU WITH ANYONE FOR ANY PURPOSE THAT
IS NOT STATED ABOVE OR PERMITTED BY LAW.
Consistent with applicable privacy laws, there are some situations in which Personal Information may be disclosed. We
may disclose your Personal Information when you direct or give us permission; when we are required by law to do so, for
example, if we are served a subpoena; or when we suspect fraudulent or criminal activities. We also may disclose your
Personal Information when otherwise permitted by applicable privacy laws such as, for example, when disclosure is
needed to enforce our rights arising out of any agreement, transaction or relationship with you.
Our policy regarding dispute resolution is as follows: Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to our privacy
policy, or the breach thereof, shall be settled by arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration
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Association, and judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator(s) may be entered in any court having jurisdiction
thereof.
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Customer Distribution
Prevent fraud - Please call a member of our closing team for wire transfer
instructions or to initiate a wire transfer. Note that our wiring instructions will
never change.
Order Number: ABC50074623 Date: 06/04/2025
Property Address: PARCEL 210312109003 (R008248), VAIL, CO 81657
For Closing Assistance Closer's Assistant For Title Assistance
Katie Kuchler
0030 BENCHMARK ROAD,
SUITE 107
AVON, CO 81620
PO BOX 3480
(970) 748-4782 (Work)
(866) 358-6634 (Work Fax)
kkuchler@ltgc.com
Contact License: CO281402
Company License: CO44565
Allison Benoit
0030 BENCHMARK ROAD,
SUITE 107
AVON, CO 81620
PO BOX 3480
(970) 748-4798 (Work)
(877) 261-1631 (Work Fax)
abenoit@ltgc.com
Company License: CO44565
Scott Bennetts
5975 GREENWOOD PLAZA
BLVD
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO
80111
(303) 850-4175 (Work)
sbennetts@ltgc.com
Agent for Seller
EAST WEST PARTNERS
Attention: KEVIN MURPHY
DRAWER 2770
126 RIVERFRONT LANE 5TH FLOOR
AVON, CO 81620
(720) 839-6153 (Cell)
(970) 845-9200 (Work)
(970) 845-7205 (Work Fax)
kmurphy@ewpartners.com
Delivered via: Electronic Mail
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Estimate of Title Fees
Order Number: ABC50074623 Date: 06/04/2025
Property Address: PARCEL 210312109003 (R008248), VAIL, CO 81657
Seller(s): THE VAIL CORPORATION, A COLORADO CORPORATION
Buyer(s): A BUYER TO BE DETERMINED
Thank you for putting your trust in Land Title. Below is the estimate of title fees for the
transaction. The final fees will be collected at closing. Visit ltgc.com to learn more about
Land Title.
Estimate of Title Insurance Fees
"ALTA" Owner's Policy 07-30-21 TBD
TOTAL TBD
Note: The documents linked in this commitment should be reviewed carefully. These
documents, such as covenants conditions and restrictions, may affect the title, ownership and
use of the property. You may wish to engage legal assistance in order to fully understand and
be aware of the implications of the documents on your property.
Plat Map(s):
Eagle county recorded 07/18/1978 at book 272 page 370
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This page is only a part of a 2021 ALTA® Commitment for Title Insurance. This
Commitment is not valid without the Notice; the Commitment to Issue Policy; the
Commitment Conditions; Schedule A; Schedule B, Part I—Requirements; Schedule B, Part
II—Exceptions; and a counter-signature by the Company or its issuing agent that may be in
electronic form.
Copyright 2021 American Land Title Association. All rights reserved.
The use of this Form is restricted to ALTA licensees and ALTA members in good standing
as of the date of use. All other uses are prohibited. Reprinted under license from the
American Land Title Association.
Property Address:
PARCEL 210312109003 (R008248), VAIL, CO 81657
1.Commitment Date:
05/30/2025 at 5:00 P.M.
2.Policy to be Issued and Proposed Insured:
"ALTA" Owner's Policy 07-30-21
Proposed Insured:
A BUYER TO BE DETERMINED
TBD
3.The estate or interest in the land described or referred to in this Commitment and covered herein is:
A Fee Simple
4.The Title is, at the Commitment Date, vested in:
THE VAIL CORPORATION, A COLORADO CORPORATION
5.The Land is described as follows:
LOT 54, GLEN LYON SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE AMENDED PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JULY
18, 1978 IN BOOK 272 AT PAGE 370, COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO.
ALTA COMMITMENT
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Schedule A
Order Number:ABC50074623
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ALTA COMMITMENT
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Schedule B, Part I
(Requirements)
Order Number: ABC50074623
All of the following Requirements must be met:
This proposed Insured must notify the Company in writing of the name of any party not referred to in this
Commitment who will obtain an interest in the Land or who will make a loan on the Land. The Company
may then make additional Requirements or Exceptions.
Pay the agreed amount for the estate or interest to be insured.
Pay the premiums, fees, and charges for the Policy to the Company.
Documents satisfactory to the Company that convey the Title or create the Mortgage to be insured, or
both, must be properly authorized, executed, delivered, and recorded in the Public Records.
1.WARRANTY DEED FROM THE VAIL CORPORATION, A COLORADO CORPORATION TO A BUYER TO BE
DETERMINED CONVEYING SUBJECT PROPERTY.
NOTE: ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS OR EXCEPTIONS MAY BE NECESSARY WHEN THE BUYERS
NAMES ARE ADDED TO THIS COMMITMENT. COVERAGES AND/OR CHARGES REFLECTED HEREIN, IF
ANY, ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE UPON RECEIPT OF THE CONTRACT TO BUY AND SELL REAL ESTATE
AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO.
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Some historical land records contain Discriminatory Covenants that are illegal and unenforceable by
law. This Commitment and the Policy treat any Discriminatory Covenant in a document referenced in
Schedule B as if each Discriminatory Covenant is redacted, repudiated, removed, and not republished or
recirculated. Only the remaining provisions of the document will be excepted from coverage.
1.Any facts, rights, interests, or claims thereof, not shown by the Public Records but that could be
ascertained by an inspection of the Land or that may be asserted by persons in possession of the Land.
2.Easements, liens or encumbrances, or claims thereof, not shown by the Public Records.
3.Any encroachment, encumbrance, violation, variation, or adverse circumstance affecting the Title that
would be disclosed by an accurate and complete land survey of the Land and not shown by the Public
Records.
4.Any lien, or right to a lien, for services, labor or material heretofore or hereafter furnished, imposed by
law and not shown by the Public Records.
5.Defects, liens, encumbrances, adverse claims or other matters, if any, created, first appearing in the
public records or attaching subsequent to the effective date hereof but prior to the date of the proposed
insured acquires of record for value the estate or interest or mortgage thereon covered by this
Commitment.
6.(a) Taxes or assessments that are not shown as existing liens by the records of any taxing authority that
levies taxes or assessments on real property or by the Public Records; (b) proceedings by a public
agency that may result in taxes or assessments, or notices of such proceedings, whether or not shown
by the records of such agency or by the Public Records.
7.(a) Unpatented mining claims; (b) reservations or exceptions in patents or in Acts authorizing the
issuance thereof; (c) water rights, claims or title to water.
8.EXISTING LEASES AND TENANCIES, IF ANY.
9.RIGHT OF PROPRIETOR OF A VEIN OR LODE TO EXTRACT AND REMOVE HIS ORE THEREFROM
SHOULD THE SAME BE FOUND TO PENETRATE OR INTERSECT THE PREMISES AS RESERVED IN
UNITED STATES PATENT RECORDED AUGUST 16, 1909, IN BOOK 48 AT PAGE 542.
10.RIGHT OF WAY FOR DITCHES OR CANALS CONSTRUCTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE UNITED
STATES AS RESERVED IN UNITED STATES PATENT RECORDED AUGUST 16, 1909, IN BOOK 48 AT
PAGE 542.
11.RESERVATION AS TO THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 12 TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 81 WEST OF
THE RIGHT OF WAY OF THE UNITED STATES, ITS PERMITTEE OR LICENSEE, TO ENTER UPON,
OCCUPY AND USE ANY PART OR ALL OF SAID LAND FOR THE PURPOSES PROVIDED IN THE ACT OF
JUNE 10, 1920 (41 SAT. 1063) AS RESERVED IN THE PATENT RECORDED OCTOBER 2, 1946 IN BOOK
132 AT PAGE 405.
ALTA COMMITMENT
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Schedule B, Part II
(Exceptions)
Order Number: ABC50074623
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12.RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS WHICH DO NOT CONTAIN A FORFEITURE OR REVERTER CLAUSE, BUT
OMITTING ANY COVENANTS OR RESTRICTIONS, IF ANY, BASED UPON RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX,
SEXUAL ORIENTATION, FAMILIAL STATUS, MARITAL STATUS, DISABILITY, HANDICAP, NATIONAL
ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, OR SOURCE OF INCOME, AS SET FORTH IN APPLICABLE STATE OR FEDERAL
LAWS, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT THAT SAID COVENANT OR RESTRICTION IS PERMITTED BY
APPLICABLE LAW AS CONTAINED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED APRIL 04, 1978, IN BOOK 268 AT PAGE
698 AND AS AMENDED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED AUGUST 25, 1987, IN BOOK 468 AT PAGE 447
THROUGH 472 AND AS RERECORDED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED SEPTEMBER 15, 1987 IN BOOK 469
AT PAGE 801, AND AS AMENDED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED MAY 2, 1990 IN BOOK 528 AT PAGE 154
AND AS AMENDED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED MARCH 5, 2007 UNDER RECEPTION NO. 200705601
AND AS AMENDED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED SEPTEMBER 20, 2007 UNDER RECEPTION NO.
200725244.
13.EASEMENTS, CONDITIONS, COVENANTS, RESTRICTIONS, RESERVATIONS AND NOTES ON THE
AMENDED PLAT OF GLEN LYON SUBDIVISION RECORDED JULY 18, 1978 IN BOOK 272 AT PAGE 370.
VACATION OF 20 FOOT UTILITY EASEMENT AS RECORDED IN THE INSTRUMENTS RECORDED: JUNE
7, 1990 IN BOOK 530 AT PAGE 966, JUNE 7, 1990 IN BOOK 530 AT PAGE 964, JUNE 7, 1990 IN BOOK 530
AT PAGE 963 AND JUNE 7, 1989 IN BOOK 507 AT PAGE 641, APRIL 3, 2019 UNDER RECEPTION NO.
201904346.
14.RIGHTS AND EASEMENTS FOR NAVIGATION AND FISHERY IN FAVOR OF THE PUBLIC WHICH MAY
EXIST OVER THAT PORTION OF SAID LAND LYING BENEATH THE WATERS OF GORE CREEK.
15.EASEMENT AND RIGHT OF WAY FOR CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF AN ELECTRIC SYSTEM,
AS GRANTED TO HOLY CROSS ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION BY GORE CREEK ASSOCIATES, IN THE
INSTRUMENT RECORDED APRIL 24, 1978 IN BOOK 269 AT PAGE 277.
16.UTILITY EASEMENT AS GRANTED TO HOLY CROSS ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION, INC., IN INSTRUMENT
RECORDED MAY 19, 1989, IN BOOK 506 AT PAGE 676.
17.UTILITY EASEMENT AS GRANTED TO UPPER EAGLE VALLEY CONSOLIDATED SANITATION DISTRICT
AND VAIL VALLEY CONSOLIDATED WATER DISTRICT IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED JUNE 07, 1989, IN
BOOK 507 AT PAGE 642.
18.UTILITY EASEMENT AS GRANTED TO THE TOWN OF VAIL IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED JUNE 7, 1990 IN
BOOK 530 AT PAGE 962.
19.UTILITY EASEMENT AS GRANTED TO UPPER EAGLE VALLEY CONSOLIDATED SANITATION DISTRICT
AND VAIL VALLEY CONSOLIDATED WATER DISTRICT IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED JUNE 7, 1990 IN
BOOK 530 AT PAGE 965.
20.TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS, BUT
OMITTING ANY COVENANTS OR RESTRICTIONS, IF ANY, BASED UPON RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX,
SEXUAL ORIENTATION, FAMILIAL STATUS, MARITAL STATUS, DISABILITY, HANDICAP, NATIONAL
ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, OR SOURCE OF INCOME, AS SET FORTH IN APPLICABLE STATE OR FEDERAL
LAWS, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT THAT SAID COVENANT OR RESTRICTION IS PERMITTED BY
APPLICABLE LAW RECORDED APRIL 17, 2009 AT RECEPTION NO. 200906990 AND AMENDMENT
RECORDED JANUARY 28, 2010 RECEPTION NO. 201001717
21.TERMS, CONDITIONS, PROVISIONS, BURDENS, OBLIGATIONS AND EASEMENTS AS SET FORTH AND
GRANTED IN RECREATIONAL EASEMENT AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT RECORDED MAY 10, 2017
UNDER RECEPTION NO. 201708355.
ALTA COMMITMENT
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Schedule B, Part II
(Exceptions)
Order Number: ABC50074623
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ALTA Commitment For Title Insurance
issued by Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
NOTICE
IMPORTANT—READ CAREFULLY: THIS COMMITMENT IS AN OFFER TO ISSUE ONE OR MORE TITLE INSURANCE
POLICIES. ALL CLAIMS OR REMEDIES SOUGHT AGAINST THE COMPANY INVOLVING THE CONTENT OF THIS
COMMITMENT OR THE POLICY MUST BE BASED SOLELY IN CONTRACT.
THIS COMMITMENT IS NOT AN ABSTRACT OF TITLE, REPORT OF THE CONDITION OF TITLE, LEGAL OPINION, OPINION
OF TITLE, OR OTHER REPRESENTATION OF THE STATUS OF TITLE. THE PROCEDURES USED BY THE COMPANY TO DETERMINE INSURABILITY OF
THE TITLE, INCLUDING ANY SEARCH AND EXAMINATION, ARE PROPRIETARY TO THE COMPANY, WERE PERFORMED SOLELY FOR THE BENEFIT OF
THE COMPANY, AND CREATE NO EXTRACONTRACTUAL LIABILITY TO ANY PERSON, INCLUDING A PROPOSED INSURED.
THE COMPANY’S OBLIGATION UNDER THIS COMMITMENT IS TO ISSUE A POLICY TO A PROPOSED INSURED IDENTIFIED IN SCHEDULE A IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND PROVISIONS OF THIS COMMITMENT. THE COMPANY HAS NO LIABILITY OR OBLIGATION INVOLVING THE
CONTENT OF THIS COMMITMENT TO ANY OTHER PERSON. .
COMMITMENT TO ISSUE POLICY
Subject to the Notice; Schedule B, Part I—Requirements; Schedule B, Part II—Exceptions; and the Commitment Conditions ,Old Republic National Title Insurance
Company, a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), commits to issue the Policy according to the terms and provisions of this Commitment. This Commitment is
effective as of the Commitment Date shown in Schedule A for each Policy described in Schedule A, only when the Company has entered in Schedule A both the
specified dollar amount as the Proposed Amount of insurance and the name of the Proposed Insured. If all of the Schedule B, Part I—Requirements have not been
met within 6 months after the Commitment Date, this Commitment terminates and the Company’s liability and obligation end.
COMMITMENT CONDITIONS
1. DEFINITIONS
2. If all of the Schedule B, Part I—Requirements have not been met within the time period specified in the Commitment to Issue Policy, Commitment terminates
and the Company’s liability and obligation end.
3. The Company’s liability and obligation is limited by and this Commitment is not valid without:
4. COMPANY’S RIGHT TO AMEND
The Company may amend this Commitment at any time. If the Company amends this Commitment to add a defect, lien, encumbrance, adverse claim, or
other matter recorded in the Public Records prior to the Commitment Date, any liability of the Company is limited by Commitment Condition 5. The
Company is not liable for any other amendment to this Commitment.
5. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
i. comply with the Schedule B, Part I—Requirements;
ii. eliminate, with the Company’s written consent, any Schedule B, Part II—Exceptions; or
iii. acquire the Title or create the Mortgage covered by this Commitment.
“Discriminatory Covenant”: Any covenant, condition, restriction, or limitation that is unenforceable under applicable law because it illegally
discriminates against a class of individuals based on personal characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
familial status, disability, national origin, or other legally protected class.
(a)
“Knowledge” or “Known”: Actual knowledge or actual notice, but not constructive notice imparted by the Public Records.(b)
“Land”: The land described in item 5 of Schedule A and affixed improvements located on that land that by State law constitute real property. The term
“Land” does not include any property beyond that described in Schedule A, nor any right, title, interest, estate, or easement in any abutting street,
road, aavenue, alley, lane, right-of-way, body of water, or waterway, but does not modify or limit the extent that a right of access to and from the Land
is to be insured by the Policy.
(c)
“Mortgage”: A mortgage, deed of trust, trust deed, security deed, or other real property security instrument, including one evidenced by electronic
means authorized by law.
(d)
“Policy”: Each contract of title insurance, in a form adopted by the American Land Title Association, issued or to be issued by the Company
pursuant to this Commitment.
(e)
“Proposed Amount of Insurance”: Each dollar amount specified in Schedule A as the Proposed Amount of Insurance of each Policy to be issued
pursuant to this Commitment.
(f)
“Proposed Insured”: Each person identified in Schedule A as the Proposed Insured of each Policy to be issued pursuant to this Commitment.(g)
“Public Records”: The recording or filing system established under State statutes in effect at the Commitment Date under which a document must be
recorded or filed to impart constructive notice of matters relating to the TItle to a purchaser for value without Knowledge. The term “Public Records”
does not include any other recording or filing system, including any pertaining to environmental remediation or protection, planning, permitting,
zoning, licensing, building, health, public safety, or national security matters.
(h)
“State”: The state or commonwealth of the United States within whose exterior boundaries the Land is located. The term “State” also includes the
District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Guam.
(i)
“Title”: The estate or interest in the Land identified in Item 3 of Schedule A.(j)
the Notice;(a)
the Commitment to Issue Policy;(b)
the Commitment Conditions;(c)
Schedule A;(d)
Schedule B, Part I—Requirements; and(e)
Schedule B, Part II—Exceptions; and(f)
a counter-signature by the Company or its issuing agent that may be in electronic form.(g)
The Company’s liability under Commitment Condition 4 is limited to the Proposed Insured’s actual expense incurred in the interval between the
Company’s delivery to the Proposed Insured of the Commitment and the delivery of the amended Commitment, resulting from the Proposed
Insured’s good faith reliance to:
(a)
The Company is not liable under Commitment Condition 5(a) if the Proposed Insured requested the amendment or had Knowledge of the matter and
did not notify the Company about it in writing.
(b)
The Company is only liable under Commitment Condition 4 if the Proposed Insured would not have incurred the expense had the Commitment
included the added matter when the Commitment was first delivered to the Proposed Insured.
(c)
The Company’s liability does not exceed the lesser of the Proposed Insured’s actual expense incurred in good faith and described in Commitment
Condition 5(a) or the Proposed Amount of Insurance.
(d)
The Company is not liable for the content of the Transaction Identification Data, if any.(e)
The Company is not obligated to issue the Policy referred to in this Commitment unless all of the Schedule B, Part I—Requirements have been met
to the satisfaction of the Company.
(f)
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6. LIABILITY OF THE COMPANY MUST BE BASED ON THIS COMMITMENT. CHOICE OF LAW AND CHOICE OF FORUM
7. IF THIS COMMITMENT IS ISSUED BY AN ISSUING AGENT
The issuing agent is the Company’s agent only for the limited purpose of issuing title insurance commitments and policies. The issuing agent is not the
Company’s agent for the purpose of providing closing or settlement services.
8. PRO-FORMA POLICY
The Company may provide, at the request of a Proposed Insured, a pro-forma policy illustrating the coverage that the Company may provide. A pro-forma
policy neither reflects the status of Title at the time that the pro-forma policy is delivered to a Proposed Insured, nor is it a commitment to insure.
9. CLAIMS PROCEDURES
This Commitment incorporates by reference all Conditions for making a claim in the Policy to be issued to the Proposed Insured. Commitment Condition 9
does not modify the limitations of liability in Commitment Conditions 5 and 6.
10. CLASS ACTION
ALL CLAIMS AND DISPUTES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THIS COMMITMENT, INCLUDING ANY SERVICE OR OTHER MATTER IN
CONNECTION WITH ISSUING THIS COMMITMENT, ANY BREACH OF A COMMITMENT PROVISION, OR ANY OTHER CLAIM OR DISPUTE
ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE TRANSACTION GIVING RISE TO THIS COMMITMENT, MUST BE BROUGHT IN AN INDIVIDUAL
CAPACITY. NO PARTY MAY SERVE AS PLAINTIFF, CLASS MEMBER, OR PARTICIPANT IN ANY CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING.
ANY POLICY ISSUED PURSUANT TO THIS COMMITMENT WILL CONTAIN A CLASS ACTION CONDITION.
11. ARBITRATION
The Policy contains an arbitration clause. All arbitrable matters when the Proposed Amount of insurance is $2,000,000 or less may be arbitrated at the
election of either the Company or the Proposed Insured as the exclusive remedy of the parties. A Proposed Insured may review a copy of the arbitration
rules at http://www.alta.org/arbitration
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Old Republic National Title Insurance Company has caused its corporate name and seal to be affixed by its duly authorized officers on
the date shown in Schedule A to be valid when countersigned by a validating officer or other authorized signatory.
Issued by:
Land Title Guarantee Company
3033 East First Avenue Suite 600
Denver, Colorado 80206
303-321-1880
Craig B. Rants, Senior Vice President
This page is only a part of a 2021 ALTA® Commitment for Title Insurance issued by Old Republic National Title Insurance Company. This Commitment is not
valid without the Notice; the Commitment to Issue Policy; the Commitment Conditions; Schedule A; Schedule B, Part I—Requirements; and Schedule B, Part II
—Exceptions; and a counter-signature by the Company or its issuing agent that may be in electronic form.
Copyright 2021 American Land Title Association. All rights reserved.
The use of this Form (or any derivative thereof) is restricted to ALTA licensees and ALTA members in good standing as of the date of use. All other uses are
prohibited. Reprinted under license from the American Land Title Association.
The Company’s liability is further limited by the terms and provisions of the Policy to be issued to the Proposed Insured.(g)
Only a Proposed Insured identified in Schedule A, and no other person, may make a claim under this Commitment.(a)
Any claim must be based in contract under the State law of the State where the Land is located and is restricted to the terms and provisions of this
Commitment. Any litigation or other proceeding brought by the Proposed Insured against the Company must be filed only in a State or federal court
having jurisdiction
(b)
This Commitment, as last revised, is the exclusive and entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Commitment
and supersedes all prior commitment negotiations, representations, and proposals of any kind, whether written or oral, express or implied, relating to
the subject matter of this Commitment.
(c)
The deletion or modification of any Schedule B, Part II—Exception does not constitute an agreement or obligation to provide coverage beyond the
terms and provisions of this Commitment or the Policy.
(d)
Any amendment or endorsement to this Commitment must be in writing and authenticated by a person authorized by the Company.(e)
When the Policy is issued, all liability and obligation under this Commitment will end and the Company’s only liability will be under the Policy.(f)
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Land Title Guarantee Company
Disclosure Statements
Note: Pursuant to CRS 10-11-122, notice is hereby given that:
Note: Effective September 1, 1997, CRS 30-10-406 requires that all documents received for recording or filing in the
clerk and recorder's office shall contain a top margin of at least one inch and a left, right and bottom margin of at least
one half of an inch. The clerk and recorder may refuse to record or file any document that does not conform, except that,
the requirement for the top margin shall not apply to documents using forms on which space is provided for recording or
filing information at the top margin of the document.
Note: Colorado Division of Insurance Regulations 8-1-2 requires that "Every title entity shall be responsible for all matters
which appear of record prior to the time of recording whenever the title entity conducts the closing and is responsible for
recording or filing of legal documents resulting from the transaction which was closed". Provided that Land Title
Guarantee Company conducts the closing of the insured transaction and is responsible for recording the legal documents
from the transaction, exception number 5 will not appear on the Owner's Title Policy and the Lenders Policy when issued.
Note: Affirmative mechanic's lien protection for the Owner may be available (typically by deletion of Exception no. 4 of
Schedule B, Section 2 of the Commitment from the Owner's Policy to be issued) upon compliance with the following
conditions:
No coverage will be given under any circumstances for labor or material for which the insured has contracted for or
agreed to pay.
Note: Pursuant to CRS 10-11-123, notice is hereby given:
The Subject real property may be located in a special taxing district.(A)
A certificate of taxes due listing each taxing jurisdiction will be obtained from the county treasurer of the county in
which the real property is located or that county treasurer's authorized agent unless the proposed insured provides
written instructions to the contrary. (for an Owner's Policy of Title Insurance pertaining to a sale of residential real
property).
(B)
The information regarding special districts and the boundaries of such districts may be obtained from the Board of
County Commissioners, the County Clerk and Recorder, or the County Assessor.
(C)
The land described in Schedule A of this commitment must be a single family residence which includes a
condominium or townhouse unit.
(A)
No labor or materials have been furnished by mechanics or material-men for purposes of construction on the land
described in Schedule A of this Commitment within the past 6 months.
(B)
The Company must receive an appropriate affidavit indemnifying the Company against un-filed mechanic's and
material-men's liens.
(C)
The Company must receive payment of the appropriate premium.(D)
If there has been construction, improvements or major repairs undertaken on the property to be purchased within
six months prior to the Date of Commitment, the requirements to obtain coverage for unrecorded liens will include:
disclosure of certain construction information; financial information as to the seller, the builder and or the contractor;
payment of the appropriate premium fully executed Indemnity Agreements satisfactory to the company, and, any
additional requirements as may be necessary after an examination of the aforesaid information by the Company.
(E)
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This notice applies to owner's policy commitments disclosing that a mineral estate has been severed from the surface
estate, in Schedule B-2.
Note: Pursuant to CRS 10-1-128(6)(a), It is unlawful to knowingly provide false, incomplete, or misleading facts or
information to an insurance company for the purpose of defrauding or attempting to defraud the company. Penalties may
include imprisonment, fines, denial of insurance, and civil damages. Any insurance company or agent of an insurance
company who knowingly provides false, incomplete, or misleading facts or information to a policyholder or claimant for
the purpose of defrauding or attempting to defraud the policyholder or claimant with regard to a settlement or award
payable from insurance proceeds shall be reported to the Colorado Division of Insurance within the Department of
Regulatory Agencies.
Note: Pursuant to Colorado Division of Insurance Regulations 8-1-3, notice is hereby given of the availability of a closing
protection letter for the lender, purchaser, lessee or seller in connection with this transaction.
Note: Pursuant to CRS 24-21-514.5, Colorado notaries may remotely notarize real estate deeds and other documents
using real-time audio-video communication technology. You may choose not to use remote notarization for any
document.
That there is recorded evidence that a mineral estate has been severed, leased, or otherwise conveyed from the
surface estate and that there is substantial likelihood that a third party holds some or all interest in oil, gas, other
minerals, or geothermal energy in the property; and
(A)
That such mineral estate may include the right to enter and use the property without the surface owner's
permission.
(B)
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Joint Notice of Privacy Policy of
Land Title Guarantee Company
Land Title Insurance Corporation and
Old Republic National Title Insurancy Company
This Statement is provided to you as a customer of Land Title Guarantee Company as agent for Land Title Insurance
Corporation and Old Republic National Title Insurance Company.
We want you to know that we recognize and respect your privacy expectations and the requirements of federal and state
privacy laws. Information security is one of our highest priorities. We recognize that maintaining your trust and confidence
is the bedrock of our business. We maintain and regularly review internal and external safeguards against unauthorized
access to your non-public personal information ("Personal Information").
In the course of our business, we may collect Personal Information about you from:
applications or other forms we receive from you, including communications sent through TMX, our web-based
transaction management system;
your transactions with, or from the services being performed by us, our affiliates, or others;
a consumer reporting agency, if such information is provided to us in connection with your transaction;
and
The public records maintained by governmental entities that we obtain either directly from those entities, or from
our affiliates and non-affiliates.
Our policies regarding the protection of the confidentiality and security of your Personal Information are as follows:
We restrict access to all Personal Information about you to those employees who need to know that information in
order to provide products and services to you.
We may share your Personal Information with affiliated contractors or service providers who provide services in the
course of our business, but only to the extent necessary for these providers to perform their services and to
provide these services to you as may be required by your transaction.
We maintain physical, electronic and procedural safeguards that comply with federal standards to protect your
Personal Information from unauthorized access or intrusion.
Employees who violate our strict policies and procedures regarding privacy are subject to disciplinary action.
We regularly assess security standards and procedures to protect against unauthorized access to Personal
Information.
WE DO NOT DISCLOSE ANY PERSONAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU WITH ANYONE FOR ANY PURPOSE THAT
IS NOT STATED ABOVE OR PERMITTED BY LAW.
Consistent with applicable privacy laws, there are some situations in which Personal Information may be disclosed. We
may disclose your Personal Information when you direct or give us permission; when we are required by law to do so, for
example, if we are served a subpoena; or when we suspect fraudulent or criminal activities. We also may disclose your
Personal Information when otherwise permitted by applicable privacy laws such as, for example, when disclosure is
needed to enforce our rights arising out of any agreement, transaction or relationship with you.
Our policy regarding dispute resolution is as follows: Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to our privacy
policy, or the breach thereof, shall be settled by arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration
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Association, and judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator(s) may be entered in any court having jurisdiction
thereof.
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Customer Distribution
Prevent fraud - Please call a member of our closing team for wire transfer
instructions or to initiate a wire transfer. Note that our wiring instructions will
never change.
Order Number: ABC50074622 Date: 06/03/2025
Property Address: 1031 SOUTH FRONTAGE ROAD, VAIL, CO 81657
For Closing Assistance Closer's Assistant For Title Assistance
Katie Kuchler
0030 BENCHMARK ROAD,
SUITE 107
AVON, CO 81620
PO BOX 3480
(970) 748-4782 (Work)
(866) 358-6634 (Work Fax)
kkuchler@ltgc.com
Contact License: CO281402
Company License: CO44565
Allison Benoit
0030 BENCHMARK ROAD,
SUITE 107
AVON, CO 81620
PO BOX 3480
(970) 748-4798 (Work)
(877) 261-1631 (Work Fax)
abenoit@ltgc.com
Company License: CO44565
Scott Bennetts
5975 GREENWOOD PLAZA
BLVD
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO
80111
(303) 850-4175 (Work)
sbennetts@ltgc.com
Agent for Seller
EAST WEST PARTNERS
Attention: KEVIN MURPHY
DRAWER 2770
126 RIVERFRONT LANE 5TH FLOOR
AVON, CO 81620
(720) 839-6153 (Cell)
(970) 845-9200 (Work)
(970) 845-7205 (Work Fax)
kmurphy@ewpartners.com
Delivered via: Electronic Mail
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Estimate of Title Fees
Order Number: ABC50074622 Date: 06/03/2025
Property Address: 1031 SOUTH FRONTAGE ROAD, VAIL, CO 81657
Seller(s): SOHO DEVELOPMENT, LLC, A COLORADO LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
Buyer(s): A BUYER TO BE DETERMINED
Thank you for putting your trust in Land Title. Below is the estimate of title fees for the
transaction. The final fees will be collected at closing. Visit ltgc.com to learn more about
Land Title.
Estimate of Title Insurance Fees
"ALTA" Owner's Policy 07-30-21 TBD
TOTAL TBD
Note: The documents linked in this commitment should be reviewed carefully. These
documents, such as covenants conditions and restrictions, may affect the title, ownership and
use of the property. You may wish to engage legal assistance in order to fully understand and
be aware of the implications of the documents on your property.
Chain of Title Documents:
Eagle county recorded 08/12/2005 under reception no. 925920
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Property Address:
1031 SOUTH FRONTAGE ROAD, VAIL, CO 81657
1.Commitment Date:
05/29/2025 at 5:00 P.M.
2.Policy to be Issued and Proposed Insured:
"ALTA" Owner's Policy 07-30-21
Proposed Insured:
A BUYER TO BE DETERMINED
TBD
3.The estate or interest in the land described or referred to in this Commitment and covered herein is:
A Fee Simple, as to Parcel 1, An Easement as to Parcel 2
4.The Title is, at the Commitment Date, vested in:
SOHO DEVELOPMENT, LLC, A COLORADO LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
5.The Land is described as follows:
PARCEL 1:
A PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN A PART OF THE NE1/4 OF THE NE1/4 OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 5
SOUTH, RANGE 81 WEST OF THE SIXTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, TOWN OF VAIL, COUNTY OF EAGLE,
STATE OF COLORADO, SAID PARCEL BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS;
BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWESTERLY CORNER OF TRACT A, SOUTH FRONTAGE ROAD SUBDIVISION,
PER THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 6, 2000, UNDER RECEPTION NO. 743424 IN THE
OFFICE OF THE EAGLE COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDED, SAID CORNER ALSO BEING ON THE
NORTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY OF THE SOUTH FRONTAGE ROAD OF INTERSTATE HIGHWAY NUMBER 70;
THENCE ALONG SAID NORTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY SOUTH 73 DEGREES 37 MINUTES 52 SECONDS
WEST 200.00 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID NORTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY SOUTH 73 DEGREES 37 MINUTES 52
SECONDS WEST 519.60 FEET TO THE POINT OF INTERSECTION OF SAID NORTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY
AND THE SOUTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY OF INTERSTATE HIGHWAY NUMBER 70;
THENCE DEPARTING SAID NORTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY NORTH 53 DEGREES 51 MINUTES 29 SECONDS
EAST 246.03 FEET ALONG THE SOUTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY OF INTERSTATE HIGHWAY NUMBER 70;
THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID SOUTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY NORTH 58 DEGREES 53 MINUTES 10
SECONDS EAST 247.30 FEET;
THENCE NORTH 59 DEGREES 28 MINUTES 16 SECONDS EAST 49.07 FEET;
THENCE DEPARTING SAID SOUTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY SOUTH 16 DEGREES 51 MINUTES 09 SECONDS
EAST 158.18 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING.
PARCEL 2:
EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS AS CREATED BY COMBINATION RELEASE OF EXISTING
EASEMENTS AND CREATION OF NEW CROSS EASEMENT AGREEMENT RECORDED DECEMBER 13,
1989 IN BOOK 519 AT PAGE 619, COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO.
ALTA COMMITMENT
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Schedule A
Order Number:ABC50074622
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This page is only a part of a 2021 ALTA® Commitment for Title Insurance. This
Commitment is not valid without the Notice; the Commitment to Issue Policy; the
Commitment Conditions; Schedule A; Schedule B, Part I—Requirements; Schedule B, Part
II—Exceptions; and a counter-signature by the Company or its issuing agent that may be in
electronic form.
Copyright 2021 American Land Title Association. All rights reserved.
The use of this Form is restricted to ALTA licensees and ALTA members in good standing
as of the date of use. All other uses are prohibited. Reprinted under license from the
American Land Title Association.
ALTA COMMITMENT
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Schedule A
Order Number:ABC50074622
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ALTA COMMITMENT
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Schedule B, Part I
(Requirements)
Order Number: ABC50074622
All of the following Requirements must be met:
This proposed Insured must notify the Company in writing of the name of any party not referred to in this
Commitment who will obtain an interest in the Land or who will make a loan on the Land. The Company
may then make additional Requirements or Exceptions.
Pay the agreed amount for the estate or interest to be insured.
Pay the premiums, fees, and charges for the Policy to the Company.
Documents satisfactory to the Company that convey the Title or create the Mortgage to be insured, or
both, must be properly authorized, executed, delivered, and recorded in the Public Records.
1.A FULL COPY OF THE FULLY EXECUTED OPERATING AGREEMENT AND ANY AND ALL AMENDMENTS
THERETO FOR SOHO DEVELOPMENT, LLC, A COLORADO LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY MUST BE
FURNISHED TO LAND TITLE GUARANTEE COMPANY. SAID AGREEMENT MUST DISCLOSE WHO MAY
CONVEY, ACQUIRE, ENCUMBER, LEASE OR OTHERWISE DEAL WITH INTERESTS IN REAL PROPERTY
FOR SAID ENTITY.
NOTE: ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS MAY BE NECESSARY UPON REVIEW OF THIS DOCUMENTATION.
2.DULY EXECUTED AND ACKNOWLEDGED STATEMENT OF AUTHORITY SETTING FORTH THE NAME OF
SOHO DEVELOPMENT, LLC, A COLORADO LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY AS A LIMITED LIABILITY
COMPANY. THE STATEMENT OF AUTHORITY MUST STATE UNDER WHICH LAWS THE ENTITY WAS
CREATED, THE MAILING ADDRESS OF THE ENTITY, AND THE NAME AND POSITION OF THE PERSON(S)
AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE INSTRUMENTS CONVEYING, ENCUMBERING, OR OTHERWISE AFFECTING
TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY ON BEHALF OF THE ENTITY AND OTHERWISE COMPLYING WITH THE
PROVISIONS OF SECTION 38-30-172, CRS.
NOTE: THE STATEMENT OF AUTHORITY MUST BE RECORDED WITH THE CLERK AND RECORDER.
3.WARRANTY DEED FROM SOHO DEVELOPMENT, LLC, A COLORADO LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY TO A
BUYER TO BE DETERMINED CONVEYING SUBJECT PROPERTY.
NOTE: ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS OR EXCEPTIONS MAY BE NECESSARY WHEN THE BUYERS
NAMES ARE ADDED TO THIS COMMITMENT. COVERAGES AND/OR CHARGES REFLECTED HEREIN, IF
ANY, ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE UPON RECEIPT OF THE CONTRACT TO BUY AND SELL REAL ESTATE
AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO.
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Some historical land records contain Discriminatory Covenants that are illegal and unenforceable by
law. This Commitment and the Policy treat any Discriminatory Covenant in a document referenced in
Schedule B as if each Discriminatory Covenant is redacted, repudiated, removed, and not republished or
recirculated. Only the remaining provisions of the document will be excepted from coverage.
1.Any facts, rights, interests, or claims thereof, not shown by the Public Records but that could be
ascertained by an inspection of the Land or that may be asserted by persons in possession of the Land.
2.Easements, liens or encumbrances, or claims thereof, not shown by the Public Records.
3.Any encroachment, encumbrance, violation, variation, or adverse circumstance affecting the Title that
would be disclosed by an accurate and complete land survey of the Land and not shown by the Public
Records.
4.Any lien, or right to a lien, for services, labor or material heretofore or hereafter furnished, imposed by
law and not shown by the Public Records.
5.Defects, liens, encumbrances, adverse claims or other matters, if any, created, first appearing in the
public records or attaching subsequent to the effective date hereof but prior to the date of the proposed
insured acquires of record for value the estate or interest or mortgage thereon covered by this
Commitment.
6.(a) Taxes or assessments that are not shown as existing liens by the records of any taxing authority that
levies taxes or assessments on real property or by the Public Records; (b) proceedings by a public
agency that may result in taxes or assessments, or notices of such proceedings, whether or not shown
by the records of such agency or by the Public Records.
7.(a) Unpatented mining claims; (b) reservations or exceptions in patents or in Acts authorizing the
issuance thereof; (c) water rights, claims or title to water.
8.EXISTING LEASES AND TENANCIES, IF ANY.
9.RIGHT OF PROPRIETOR OF A VEIN OR LODE TO EXTRACT AND REMOVE HIS ORE THEREFROM
SHOULD THE SAME BE FOUND TO PENETRATE OR INTERSECT THE PREMISES AS RESERVED IN
UNITED STATES PATENT RECORDED DECEMBER 29, 1920, IN BOOK 93 AT PAGE 42.
10.RIGHT OF WAY FOR DITCHES OR CANALS CONSTRUCTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE UNITED
STATES AS RESERVED IN UNITED STATES PATENT RECORDED DECEMBER 29, 1920, IN BOOK 93 AT
PAGE 42.
11.TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF COMBINATION RELEASE OF EXISTING EASEMENTS AND
CREATION OF NEW CROSS EASEMENT AGREEMENT RECORDED DECEMBER 13, 1989 IN BOOK 519 AT
PAGE 619.
12.EASEMENT AS GRANTED TO PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY OF COLORADO IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED
AUGUST 31, 1993 IN BOOK 618 AT PAGE 291.
13.LACK OF A DIRECT ACCESS ON AND TO INTERSTATE HIGHWAY 70, WHICH ABUTS SUBJECT
PROPERTY.
ALTA COMMITMENT
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Schedule B, Part II
(Exceptions)
Order Number: ABC50074622
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ALTA Commitment For Title Insurance
issued by Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
NOTICE
IMPORTANT—READ CAREFULLY: THIS COMMITMENT IS AN OFFER TO ISSUE ONE OR MORE TITLE INSURANCE
POLICIES. ALL CLAIMS OR REMEDIES SOUGHT AGAINST THE COMPANY INVOLVING THE CONTENT OF THIS
COMMITMENT OR THE POLICY MUST BE BASED SOLELY IN CONTRACT.
THIS COMMITMENT IS NOT AN ABSTRACT OF TITLE, REPORT OF THE CONDITION OF TITLE, LEGAL OPINION, OPINION
OF TITLE, OR OTHER REPRESENTATION OF THE STATUS OF TITLE. THE PROCEDURES USED BY THE COMPANY TO DETERMINE INSURABILITY OF
THE TITLE, INCLUDING ANY SEARCH AND EXAMINATION, ARE PROPRIETARY TO THE COMPANY, WERE PERFORMED SOLELY FOR THE BENEFIT OF
THE COMPANY, AND CREATE NO EXTRACONTRACTUAL LIABILITY TO ANY PERSON, INCLUDING A PROPOSED INSURED.
THE COMPANY’S OBLIGATION UNDER THIS COMMITMENT IS TO ISSUE A POLICY TO A PROPOSED INSURED IDENTIFIED IN SCHEDULE A IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND PROVISIONS OF THIS COMMITMENT. THE COMPANY HAS NO LIABILITY OR OBLIGATION INVOLVING THE
CONTENT OF THIS COMMITMENT TO ANY OTHER PERSON. .
COMMITMENT TO ISSUE POLICY
Subject to the Notice; Schedule B, Part I—Requirements; Schedule B, Part II—Exceptions; and the Commitment Conditions ,Old Republic National Title Insurance
Company, a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), commits to issue the Policy according to the terms and provisions of this Commitment. This Commitment is
effective as of the Commitment Date shown in Schedule A for each Policy described in Schedule A, only when the Company has entered in Schedule A both the
specified dollar amount as the Proposed Amount of insurance and the name of the Proposed Insured. If all of the Schedule B, Part I—Requirements have not been
met within 6 months after the Commitment Date, this Commitment terminates and the Company’s liability and obligation end.
COMMITMENT CONDITIONS
1. DEFINITIONS
2. If all of the Schedule B, Part I—Requirements have not been met within the time period specified in the Commitment to Issue Policy, Commitment terminates
and the Company’s liability and obligation end.
3. The Company’s liability and obligation is limited by and this Commitment is not valid without:
4. COMPANY’S RIGHT TO AMEND
The Company may amend this Commitment at any time. If the Company amends this Commitment to add a defect, lien, encumbrance, adverse claim, or
other matter recorded in the Public Records prior to the Commitment Date, any liability of the Company is limited by Commitment Condition 5. The
Company is not liable for any other amendment to this Commitment.
5. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
i. comply with the Schedule B, Part I—Requirements;
ii. eliminate, with the Company’s written consent, any Schedule B, Part II—Exceptions; or
iii. acquire the Title or create the Mortgage covered by this Commitment.
“Discriminatory Covenant”: Any covenant, condition, restriction, or limitation that is unenforceable under applicable law because it illegally
discriminates against a class of individuals based on personal characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
familial status, disability, national origin, or other legally protected class.
(a)
“Knowledge” or “Known”: Actual knowledge or actual notice, but not constructive notice imparted by the Public Records.(b)
“Land”: The land described in item 5 of Schedule A and affixed improvements located on that land that by State law constitute real property. The term
“Land” does not include any property beyond that described in Schedule A, nor any right, title, interest, estate, or easement in any abutting street,
road, aavenue, alley, lane, right-of-way, body of water, or waterway, but does not modify or limit the extent that a right of access to and from the Land
is to be insured by the Policy.
(c)
“Mortgage”: A mortgage, deed of trust, trust deed, security deed, or other real property security instrument, including one evidenced by electronic
means authorized by law.
(d)
“Policy”: Each contract of title insurance, in a form adopted by the American Land Title Association, issued or to be issued by the Company
pursuant to this Commitment.
(e)
“Proposed Amount of Insurance”: Each dollar amount specified in Schedule A as the Proposed Amount of Insurance of each Policy to be issued
pursuant to this Commitment.
(f)
“Proposed Insured”: Each person identified in Schedule A as the Proposed Insured of each Policy to be issued pursuant to this Commitment.(g)
“Public Records”: The recording or filing system established under State statutes in effect at the Commitment Date under which a document must be
recorded or filed to impart constructive notice of matters relating to the TItle to a purchaser for value without Knowledge. The term “Public Records”
does not include any other recording or filing system, including any pertaining to environmental remediation or protection, planning, permitting,
zoning, licensing, building, health, public safety, or national security matters.
(h)
“State”: The state or commonwealth of the United States within whose exterior boundaries the Land is located. The term “State” also includes the
District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Guam.
(i)
“Title”: The estate or interest in the Land identified in Item 3 of Schedule A.(j)
the Notice;(a)
the Commitment to Issue Policy;(b)
the Commitment Conditions;(c)
Schedule A;(d)
Schedule B, Part I—Requirements; and(e)
Schedule B, Part II—Exceptions; and(f)
a counter-signature by the Company or its issuing agent that may be in electronic form.(g)
The Company’s liability under Commitment Condition 4 is limited to the Proposed Insured’s actual expense incurred in the interval between the
Company’s delivery to the Proposed Insured of the Commitment and the delivery of the amended Commitment, resulting from the Proposed
Insured’s good faith reliance to:
(a)
The Company is not liable under Commitment Condition 5(a) if the Proposed Insured requested the amendment or had Knowledge of the matter and
did not notify the Company about it in writing.
(b)
The Company is only liable under Commitment Condition 4 if the Proposed Insured would not have incurred the expense had the Commitment
included the added matter when the Commitment was first delivered to the Proposed Insured.
(c)
The Company’s liability does not exceed the lesser of the Proposed Insured’s actual expense incurred in good faith and described in Commitment
Condition 5(a) or the Proposed Amount of Insurance.
(d)
The Company is not liable for the content of the Transaction Identification Data, if any.(e)
The Company is not obligated to issue the Policy referred to in this Commitment unless all of the Schedule B, Part I—Requirements have been met
to the satisfaction of the Company.
(f)
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6. LIABILITY OF THE COMPANY MUST BE BASED ON THIS COMMITMENT. CHOICE OF LAW AND CHOICE OF FORUM
7. IF THIS COMMITMENT IS ISSUED BY AN ISSUING AGENT
The issuing agent is the Company’s agent only for the limited purpose of issuing title insurance commitments and policies. The issuing agent is not the
Company’s agent for the purpose of providing closing or settlement services.
8. PRO-FORMA POLICY
The Company may provide, at the request of a Proposed Insured, a pro-forma policy illustrating the coverage that the Company may provide. A pro-forma
policy neither reflects the status of Title at the time that the pro-forma policy is delivered to a Proposed Insured, nor is it a commitment to insure.
9. CLAIMS PROCEDURES
This Commitment incorporates by reference all Conditions for making a claim in the Policy to be issued to the Proposed Insured. Commitment Condition 9
does not modify the limitations of liability in Commitment Conditions 5 and 6.
10. CLASS ACTION
ALL CLAIMS AND DISPUTES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THIS COMMITMENT, INCLUDING ANY SERVICE OR OTHER MATTER IN
CONNECTION WITH ISSUING THIS COMMITMENT, ANY BREACH OF A COMMITMENT PROVISION, OR ANY OTHER CLAIM OR DISPUTE
ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE TRANSACTION GIVING RISE TO THIS COMMITMENT, MUST BE BROUGHT IN AN INDIVIDUAL
CAPACITY. NO PARTY MAY SERVE AS PLAINTIFF, CLASS MEMBER, OR PARTICIPANT IN ANY CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING.
ANY POLICY ISSUED PURSUANT TO THIS COMMITMENT WILL CONTAIN A CLASS ACTION CONDITION.
11. ARBITRATION
The Policy contains an arbitration clause. All arbitrable matters when the Proposed Amount of insurance is $2,000,000 or less may be arbitrated at the
election of either the Company or the Proposed Insured as the exclusive remedy of the parties. A Proposed Insured may review a copy of the arbitration
rules at http://www.alta.org/arbitration
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Old Republic National Title Insurance Company has caused its corporate name and seal to be affixed by its duly authorized officers on
the date shown in Schedule A to be valid when countersigned by a validating officer or other authorized signatory.
Issued by:
Land Title Guarantee Company
3033 East First Avenue Suite 600
Denver, Colorado 80206
303-321-1880
Craig B. Rants, Senior Vice President
This page is only a part of a 2021 ALTA® Commitment for Title Insurance issued by Old Republic National Title Insurance Company. This Commitment is not
valid without the Notice; the Commitment to Issue Policy; the Commitment Conditions; Schedule A; Schedule B, Part I—Requirements; and Schedule B, Part II
—Exceptions; and a counter-signature by the Company or its issuing agent that may be in electronic form.
Copyright 2021 American Land Title Association. All rights reserved.
The use of this Form (or any derivative thereof) is restricted to ALTA licensees and ALTA members in good standing as of the date of use. All other uses are
prohibited. Reprinted under license from the American Land Title Association.
The Company’s liability is further limited by the terms and provisions of the Policy to be issued to the Proposed Insured.(g)
Only a Proposed Insured identified in Schedule A, and no other person, may make a claim under this Commitment.(a)
Any claim must be based in contract under the State law of the State where the Land is located and is restricted to the terms and provisions of this
Commitment. Any litigation or other proceeding brought by the Proposed Insured against the Company must be filed only in a State or federal court
having jurisdiction
(b)
This Commitment, as last revised, is the exclusive and entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Commitment
and supersedes all prior commitment negotiations, representations, and proposals of any kind, whether written or oral, express or implied, relating to
the subject matter of this Commitment.
(c)
The deletion or modification of any Schedule B, Part II—Exception does not constitute an agreement or obligation to provide coverage beyond the
terms and provisions of this Commitment or the Policy.
(d)
Any amendment or endorsement to this Commitment must be in writing and authenticated by a person authorized by the Company.(e)
When the Policy is issued, all liability and obligation under this Commitment will end and the Company’s only liability will be under the Policy.(f)
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Land Title Guarantee Company
Disclosure Statements
Note: Pursuant to CRS 10-11-122, notice is hereby given that:
Note: Effective September 1, 1997, CRS 30-10-406 requires that all documents received for recording or filing in the
clerk and recorder's office shall contain a top margin of at least one inch and a left, right and bottom margin of at least
one half of an inch. The clerk and recorder may refuse to record or file any document that does not conform, except that,
the requirement for the top margin shall not apply to documents using forms on which space is provided for recording or
filing information at the top margin of the document.
Note: Colorado Division of Insurance Regulations 8-1-2 requires that "Every title entity shall be responsible for all matters
which appear of record prior to the time of recording whenever the title entity conducts the closing and is responsible for
recording or filing of legal documents resulting from the transaction which was closed". Provided that Land Title
Guarantee Company conducts the closing of the insured transaction and is responsible for recording the legal documents
from the transaction, exception number 5 will not appear on the Owner's Title Policy and the Lenders Policy when issued.
Note: Affirmative mechanic's lien protection for the Owner may be available (typically by deletion of Exception no. 4 of
Schedule B, Section 2 of the Commitment from the Owner's Policy to be issued) upon compliance with the following
conditions:
No coverage will be given under any circumstances for labor or material for which the insured has contracted for or
agreed to pay.
Note: Pursuant to CRS 10-11-123, notice is hereby given:
The Subject real property may be located in a special taxing district.(A)
A certificate of taxes due listing each taxing jurisdiction will be obtained from the county treasurer of the county in
which the real property is located or that county treasurer's authorized agent unless the proposed insured provides
written instructions to the contrary. (for an Owner's Policy of Title Insurance pertaining to a sale of residential real
property).
(B)
The information regarding special districts and the boundaries of such districts may be obtained from the Board of
County Commissioners, the County Clerk and Recorder, or the County Assessor.
(C)
The land described in Schedule A of this commitment must be a single family residence which includes a
condominium or townhouse unit.
(A)
No labor or materials have been furnished by mechanics or material-men for purposes of construction on the land
described in Schedule A of this Commitment within the past 6 months.
(B)
The Company must receive an appropriate affidavit indemnifying the Company against un-filed mechanic's and
material-men's liens.
(C)
The Company must receive payment of the appropriate premium.(D)
If there has been construction, improvements or major repairs undertaken on the property to be purchased within
six months prior to the Date of Commitment, the requirements to obtain coverage for unrecorded liens will include:
disclosure of certain construction information; financial information as to the seller, the builder and or the contractor;
payment of the appropriate premium fully executed Indemnity Agreements satisfactory to the company, and, any
additional requirements as may be necessary after an examination of the aforesaid information by the Company.
(E)
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This notice applies to owner's policy commitments disclosing that a mineral estate has been severed from the surface
estate, in Schedule B-2.
Note: Pursuant to CRS 10-1-128(6)(a), It is unlawful to knowingly provide false, incomplete, or misleading facts or
information to an insurance company for the purpose of defrauding or attempting to defraud the company. Penalties may
include imprisonment, fines, denial of insurance, and civil damages. Any insurance company or agent of an insurance
company who knowingly provides false, incomplete, or misleading facts or information to a policyholder or claimant for
the purpose of defrauding or attempting to defraud the policyholder or claimant with regard to a settlement or award
payable from insurance proceeds shall be reported to the Colorado Division of Insurance within the Department of
Regulatory Agencies.
Note: Pursuant to Colorado Division of Insurance Regulations 8-1-3, notice is hereby given of the availability of a closing
protection letter for the lender, purchaser, lessee or seller in connection with this transaction.
Note: Pursuant to CRS 24-21-514.5, Colorado notaries may remotely notarize real estate deeds and other documents
using real-time audio-video communication technology. You may choose not to use remote notarization for any
document.
That there is recorded evidence that a mineral estate has been severed, leased, or otherwise conveyed from the
surface estate and that there is substantial likelihood that a third party holds some or all interest in oil, gas, other
minerals, or geothermal energy in the property; and
(A)
That such mineral estate may include the right to enter and use the property without the surface owner's
permission.
(B)
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Joint Notice of Privacy Policy of
Land Title Guarantee Company
Land Title Insurance Corporation and
Old Republic National Title Insurancy Company
This Statement is provided to you as a customer of Land Title Guarantee Company as agent for Land Title Insurance
Corporation and Old Republic National Title Insurance Company.
We want you to know that we recognize and respect your privacy expectations and the requirements of federal and state
privacy laws. Information security is one of our highest priorities. We recognize that maintaining your trust and confidence
is the bedrock of our business. We maintain and regularly review internal and external safeguards against unauthorized
access to your non-public personal information ("Personal Information").
In the course of our business, we may collect Personal Information about you from:
applications or other forms we receive from you, including communications sent through TMX, our web-based
transaction management system;
your transactions with, or from the services being performed by us, our affiliates, or others;
a consumer reporting agency, if such information is provided to us in connection with your transaction;
and
The public records maintained by governmental entities that we obtain either directly from those entities, or from
our affiliates and non-affiliates.
Our policies regarding the protection of the confidentiality and security of your Personal Information are as follows:
We restrict access to all Personal Information about you to those employees who need to know that information in
order to provide products and services to you.
We may share your Personal Information with affiliated contractors or service providers who provide services in the
course of our business, but only to the extent necessary for these providers to perform their services and to
provide these services to you as may be required by your transaction.
We maintain physical, electronic and procedural safeguards that comply with federal standards to protect your
Personal Information from unauthorized access or intrusion.
Employees who violate our strict policies and procedures regarding privacy are subject to disciplinary action.
We regularly assess security standards and procedures to protect against unauthorized access to Personal
Information.
WE DO NOT DISCLOSE ANY PERSONAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU WITH ANYONE FOR ANY PURPOSE THAT
IS NOT STATED ABOVE OR PERMITTED BY LAW.
Consistent with applicable privacy laws, there are some situations in which Personal Information may be disclosed. We
may disclose your Personal Information when you direct or give us permission; when we are required by law to do so, for
example, if we are served a subpoena; or when we suspect fraudulent or criminal activities. We also may disclose your
Personal Information when otherwise permitted by applicable privacy laws such as, for example, when disclosure is
needed to enforce our rights arising out of any agreement, transaction or relationship with you.
Our policy regarding dispute resolution is as follows: Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to our privacy
policy, or the breach thereof, shall be settled by arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration
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Association, and judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator(s) may be entered in any court having jurisdiction
thereof.
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Exhibit C – Adjacent Property Owners
1. Vail Corp
390 Interlocken Crescent
Suite 1000
Broomfield, CO 80021
2. Town of Vail
c/o Finance Department
75 South Frontage Road W
Vail, CO 81657
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Exhibit D – Vicinity Map
(Property Lines Approximate Only)
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Present:Robert N Lipnick
Robert N Lipnick
Brad Hagedorn
David N Tucker
Craig H Lintner Jr
John Rediker
John Rediker
William A Jensen
William A Jensen
Absent:Robyn Smith
Robyn Smith
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.Worksession
3.1 PEC Rules of Order Discussion
4.Main Agenda
Planner: Heather Knight
Applicant Name: Vail Corp, Soho Development, and East West Partners
Time: 30 min.
4.1 A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a zone district boundary
amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to allow for the
rezoning of 1000 S Frontage Rd W, Glen Lyon Subdivision, Parcel ID#2103-121-09-003
from the SDD #4 Zone District to the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District; 1031 S
Frontage Rd W, Parcel ID# 2103-121-00-004, from the Arterial Business (ABD) Zone District
to the LMU-2 Zone District; and, 953 S Frontage Rd W, Parcel ID# 2103-121-00-002, from
the Arterial Business (ABD) Zone District to the LMU-2 Zone District. (PEC25-0033).
Time Stamp: 0:1:00 Planner Knight gives a presentation. She walks through the zoning standards. Staff
finds that the criteria are met and are recommending approval.
Hagedorn, is there any other Arterial Business zoning in Town?
Knight says no, this is the last one.
Kevin Murphy is representing the applicant, East West Partners, Vail Corp, and Soho Development.
Planning and Environmental Commission Minutes
Monday, October 27, 2025
1:00 PM
Vail Town Council Chambers
West Lionshead Rezone Staff Memo.pdf
PEC25-0033_Attachment A. Vicinity Map.pdf
PEC25-0033_Attachment B. Applicant Narrative.pdf
PEC25-0033_Attachment C. Resolution No.36, Series of 2025.pdf
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Murphy gives a presentation.
Rediker asks about a previous application for this property.
Knight says the rezoning had an expiration date listed in the ordinance, the frontage road was not
relocated, the rezoning didn’t happen.
Rediker, is there a reason why we’re not conditioning it this time around?
Knight, it makes sense from a zoning perspective, we haven’t seen anything related to the development
plan yet, just the master plan.
Hagedorn, timeline for next steps?
Murphy, talks about the timeline, working with the Town and highway administration.
Rediker asks for public comment. No public comment, public comment closed.
Rediker asks for commissioner comment.
Jensen believes it makes sense given the overall potential for the site, is supportive of it.
Lintner agrees with Jensen, it is a logical request.
Hagedorn believes it meets the criteria. It has already been approved once before, anytime we can get
rid of an SDD he is for it, this gets rid of Arterial Business District all together.
Lipnick says it meets the criteria and no other questions.
Tucker, no comment, supports recommendations.
Rediker agrees with staff analysis in memo. The criteria are met.
Planner: Matt Gennett
Applicant Name: Town of Vail, represented by Matt Gennett
Time: 30 min.
4.2 A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for prescribed regulations
amendments to Title 12, Zoning Regulations, Article 7B: Commercial Core 1 (CC1) District;
Article 7C: Commercial Core 2 (CC2) Zone District; Article 7H: Lionshead Mixed Use 1
(LMU-1) Zone District; and, Article 7I: Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District,
pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendments, Vail Town Code, to add language regarding
conversions of existing eating and drinking establishments. (PEC25-0034)
Timestamp: 0:25:40
Community Development Director Matt Gennett gives a presentation. He talks about the emergency
ordinance that was passed earlier this year.
Gennett, in the future staff will be looking at updates to Title 12 to improve efficiency, update outdated
references, processes, etc..
Robert N Lipnick made a motion to forward a recommendation of approval with the findings on page 16
of the staff memo; David N Tucker seconded the motion Passed (6 - 0).
PEC25-0034_Staff Memo.pdf
PEC25-0034_Attachment A.pdf
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Rediker, are there examples from other communities who have passed similar ordinances?
Gennett, our legal firm researched other communities and case law, felt this was the most responsible
way to handle it.
Rediker, is restricting commercial uses on private property something that’s legal? Can the Town pass
this type of ordinance?
Gennett, the legal advice we’ve gotten thus far is yes, in this way we can. It is limited to four zone
districts, not property or site specific
Hagedorn, are we trying to solve a problem that doesn’t exist? This seems to be a knee jerk reaction
over one or two high profile examples, hasn’t seen data that we’re losing vibrancy in the core.
Gennett, I don’t think we do have data that would point to a trends that exists today, the intention is to
look forward.
Hagedorn, this seems to be addressing a symptom not a cause. It is trying to put a bandaid over a larger
underlying cause. He brings up other possible solutions.
Gennett, that has come up. What type of deed restriction or public subsidy could be proposed and
applied to retain these types of businesses that the Town finds valuable?
Hagedorn, it’s on applicant to prove there’s no net loss but you’re not doing a snapshot right now?
Gennett, it’s on a case-by-case basis. We don’t see a lot of applications for conversions for eating and
drinking to another use but that’s when this process would begin.
Hagedorn, were buildings notified that have these commercial spaces?
Gennett, not necessarily, it went through the standard notification process. He believes they are aware.
Jensen, would this give developers cause to preclude building a new restaurant as it locks them into that
requirement?
Gennett, it could have that effect, that is a valid question.
Lintner, how did you arrive at 18-month number?
Gennett, we looked at a couple options, this is a placeholder for discussion like we’re having now. We’re
working with legal counsel, they used that as a baseline based on their research.
Lintner, it would be helpful to see a written summary of other jurisdictions where this was successful in
terms of enforcement.
Gennett, we don’t know of other communities that have done this specific thing.
Rediker, what specific concerns did Town Council have about losing vibrancy? Or are they trying to be
proactive?
Gennett, it is the latter. Looking at Lionshead particularly in the summer months a lot of those larger retail
spaces are closed. It’s also a result of Town visits to peer resort communities with lively bar/restaurant
operations close to the slopes.
Jensen can argue both ways for 18 months. It’s painful to see a space empty, but sometimes landlords
can work around it. More supportive of the 18 than shortening it.
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Gennett and Tucker discuss retail establishments with food and beverage opportunities.
Gennett, this is really about the experience, tax revenue is not the primary motivator. We would have to
discuss with Council what would be a reasonable fee for a conversion application.
Jensen believes it is vibrancy that Council is concerned about. In the Los Amigos example it was a
watering hole for 40 years, now it’s continuing to be a restaurant with a different approach. Probably not
a change in tax revenue, but maybe a change in vibrancy.
Gennett agrees it is a different vibe.
Rediker, unfortunately this ordinance doesn’t do anything to address the Los Amigos situation. Not just
for guests, locals want that vibrancy as well.
Rediker, would this stymie opportunities to convert retail to restaurants because property owners don’t
want to lock themselves into that?
Gennett, there is an appeal process if a conversion permit is denied.
Rediker asks for public comment.
Dominic Mauriello, on behalf of the Evergreen and Concert Hall Plaza and as a planner. He has
suggested language that could be added here. He emailed the PEC this morning. Why are we here and
why so quickly? There’s a mandate coming that tells staff get this ordinance done, but they’re going off
this knee jerk reaction. Most communities would spend a lot of money and time doing a study. Here we
don’t know what is the recommended mix for Vail, what is the sweet spot? Another observation is how
many examples have you seen of restaurants being replaced by another use, is this actually a trend?
Really it has been the other way around, there’s not proof that this trend is happening. There’s so much
complexity about this, that I don’t think that it’s ripe yet. Staff is under pressure to get something to
Council for a vote. This is the worst legislation he has seen, but it could be improved with some changes.
Mauriello continues: staff has the opinion on demo/rebuild projects that it doesn’t apply, but why not have
a sentence in this ordinance making this clear. There are unintended consequences, what owner will
ever convert to a restaurant, you’ve taken 30 uses and now you have one. This probably doesn’t meet
the threshold of a taking but it gets close. Restaurants are a risky business; pretty sure nobody is going
to want to convert to this use knowing that is the only option in the future. Proposed – if I have another
use today and want to convert it after Nov. 18th I can do that knowing that I can convert it back. That
would alleviate one of the biggest consequences which is screwing up the marketplace. The high end
businesses you see in Vail are a product of who our customers are. You should give a lot of input, staff
should come back and you should craft an ordinance that works. There is a mandate that is really
unfortunate. Mauriello talks about scenarios between a restaurant tenant and landlord. The appeal
process doesn’t give you what you think and can you get a variance from this section? Suggests that the
PEC table this item. Recommends two updates to the language: including language exempting existing
approvals like staff says, and to make it so future changes from retail to restaurant can go back to retail.
Brain Judge, raises a concern on the general idea of no net loss. If we’re moving forward with this, the
quality of that loss is not well defined. Taking something that may be street level and putting it on an
upper floor doesn’t really do the same thing. This doesn’t talk much about the enhancement or
betterment of the districts that they are in, not very well defined. Some of the comments were talking
about conversion, but we can agree that a loss of all the restaurants in Vail Village would change that
area. Maybe we’re rushing to a decision quickly and more thought could be put into this.
Rediker brings up public comment about stifling conversions from retail to restaurants, and the other is
exempting existing approvals. Has staff considered this?
Gennett, we wanted to make sure our considerations and thoughts were heard in public. That is
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something at your discretion to add language to a recommendation. The exemptions one makes sense
and is something staff generally agrees with. The conversion is something Council should discuss.
Rediker you don’t see a conflict with these suggestions?
Gennett doesn’t see one. They were approved under existing zoning, not the proposed. Legal may have
believed it was implied but doesn’t see harm in spelling that out.
Jensen talks about the real estate along Bridge St. Is demo/rebuild excluded from having to put back a
restaurant?
Gennett confirms.
Hagedorn, that seems counter-intuitive to the goals.
Gennett, we will have to start looking at that square footage analysis if this is passed.
Mauriello, there are other ways to deal with this. Could change uses, have an overlay district, talks about
options with permitted uses and conditional uses.
George Ruther on behalf of his client, Red Lion. Asks for clarification about demo/rebuild situation.
Believe there are some additional issues that need to be resolved here, but client has been waiting over
six months to get their application moving.
Public comment closed. Rediker asks for commissioner comment.
Hagedorn, this is half-baked, not a personal critique of staff. There is not a condition that would make
him comfortable with this. He is not comfortable with this level of government intervention, this is all stick
and no carrot. This does nothing to address the affordability issue, it’s addressing the symptom and not
the root cause. We need to talk about other ways to address this. Suggests other potential financing and
incentive solutions. This is not the right way, nothing to get him to support today.
Lipnick is still bothered by Council wanting it approved by Nov. 18th. That’s not what is in their best
interest. Not in support of this application.
Tucker agrees. This opens up a can of worms with unintended consequences. There are better way to
go about this with more collaboration with stakeholders.
Lintner agrees. This is well intended, understands the end goal but putting it forth in this way is all stick
no carrot and could have negative impacts. If this issue is going to be addressed, we need to look at it
with more of a long-term approach.
Jensen agrees. Understands the intent but with the language and process and speed of this, it is not
baked yet.
Rediker shares Council concerns about protecting and encouraging vibrancy through restaurants.
Appreciates that Council is trying to be proactive, but there is a lack of evidence that there is a problem.
To support, at minimum would need some language changes. Agrees with Mauriello on the two items of
suggested languages, supportive of those changes. We have to look at this 18 month language. The
idea of restricting uses, is that the direction we want to go in general? Very concerned about restricting
an owner’s uses, wish there were other ways for the Town to encourage and support the restaurant
community. There needs to be further conversation and discussion. We haven’t heard from any property
owners, surprised about that. Can get behind the concept, but not ready at this point, this needs
changes. We’re not getting community input or discussion, concerned that there are business owners out
there who were not hearing from. Does share Councils concerns and appreciates that they’re trying to be
proactive.
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Gennett, respectfully we are looking for a vote.
Planner: Cole Michaelsen
Applicant Name: Town of Vail
Time: 45 min
4.3 A request for the review of a Conditional Use Permit, pursuant to Section 12-9C-3,
Conditional Use Permits, Vail Town Code, to allow for a restaurant at Vail Transit Center,
pursuant to Section 12-16, Conditional Use Permits, Vail Town Code located at 241 East
Meadow Drive/Tract B & C, Vail Village Filing 1, and setting forth details in regard thereto.
(PEC25-0035)
Timestamped 1.48:15
Planner Michaelson gives a presentation.
Kathleen Halloran, deputy Town Manager, talks about operations. There is no active cooking on the site.
This will be servicing transit users, we’ve seen a big increase in use coming into the Vail Transit Center.
The intent is provide an amenity for these folks.
Lipnick, will the café be enclosed?
Halloran, the public would only see the window service on the interior and also the exterior window.
Jensen, who is paying the TI costs of improving this space?
Halloran, council approved anything in the space would be the responsibility of the café owner.
Jensen, hopes there is enough revenue to sustain the business to coincide with the demand.
Halloran, hours in the winter would be 7:30am to 4-5pm, it wouldn’t continue into dinner.
Jensen, what is the desire or intent to move forward with this?
Halloran, one was to activate the space. Also to provide an amenity as the transportation numbers and
ridership has gone up.
Tucker asks about interior floor plans.
Halloran, the Town is planning on heavy furniture that will detract from it getting moved.
Rediker asks for public comment. No comment, public comment closed.
Commissioner comment.
Brad Hagedorn made a motion to forward a recommendation of denial. If Council considers approval
they should consider the two suggested changes for added language as discussed today.; Robert N
Lipnick seconded the motion (6 - 0).
PEC25-0035 Staff Memo.pdf
PEC25-0035_Attachment A. Vail Village Filing 1 - Tracts B and C Vicinty Map.pdf
PEC25-0035_Attachment B. Applicant Narrative.pdf
PEC25-0035_Attachment C. Vail Transportation Center Floor Plan.pdf
PEC25-0035_Attachment D. Proposed and Existing Photos.pdf
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Tucker, happy to see this opportunity.
Jensen commends Town for having a modest rent. It will be interesting to see if hours of operation and
rent allows this to be a viable year round activity there.
Rediker, agrees with staff that the criteria are met. Generally thinks this is a good idea to activate that
space.
5.Approval of Minutes
5.1 PEC Minutes 10-13-25
6.Information Update
Staff and PEC discusses measures to improve the timeliness and efficiency of meetings.
Gennett, in Title 3 it says commissions shall adopt rules for business of the meetings. As the first
order of business, the officer can set forth the rules. Or you can have a standard set of rules that
you choose to deviate from.
Discussion on limiting time for presentations, much of it is in the packet.
Rediker, leaning towards consistent rules of order, create expectations and a pattern of how it
will be conducted.
Rediker, commissioners will need to be prepared. We have a good commission in that regard.
PEC agrees on setting a consistent rules of order for every meeting.
Roy, we’ll draft something up.
7.Adjournment
David N Tucker made a motion to Approve with the conditions on pg. 9 of the staff memo and the
findings on pg. 9 & 10. ; Brad Hagedorn seconded the motion Passed (6 - 0).
Robert N Lipnick made a motion to Approve with the condition and findings on page 9 and 10; Brad
Hagedorn seconded the motion Passed (5 - 0).
PEC_Results_10-13-25.pdf
William A Jensen made a motion to Approve ; Brad Hagedorn seconded the motion Passed (4 - 0).
Brad Hagedorn made a motion to Adjourn ; David N Tucker seconded the motion Passed (6 - 0).
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STAFF PRESENTATION
Heather Knight, Planner II
PEC25-0033
Zone District Boundary
Amendment
West Lionshead
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Vicinity Map
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Description of Request
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•The parcel located at 1000 S Frontage Rd W currently falls
within Special Development District (SDD) No. 4, Cascade;
there is no underlying zoning.
•Removing this parcel from the SDD will formally quantify
zoning standards and create consistency to area.
•1031 S Frontage Rd W and 953 S Frontage Rd W are currently
zoned as the Arterial Business (ABD) Zone District.
•Residential and lodging uses are not permitted in the ABD
zone district, nor are they considered a conditional use.
•Rezoning to LMU-2 provides opportunities for multi-family
residential and accommodation units as a wider variety of
tourist-related and resident-related uses are permitted under
the LMU-2 zone district than in the ABD zone district.
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Previous Approvals
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Ordinance No. 7, Series of 2011, approved by the Vail Town Council in 2012,
authorized the rezoning of the subject parcels to the LMU-2 zoning district.
A condition of this rezoning approval was the relocation of the frontage
road within a specified time frame. Since the required relocation of the
frontage road did not occur within that period, the rezoning never became
effective, and the ordinance has since expired.
The Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan was amended and approved by
the PEC and the Vail Town Council in 2025 as Resolution No. 36, Series of
2025. The updates aligned the proposed redevelopment and land uses of
the area to the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan.
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Why LMU-2?
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•The entirety of Lionshead is zoned either Lionshead Mixed Use 1 (LMU-1)
or Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) and rezoning these sites to LMU-2
further adds to the overall continuity of Lionshead area.
•This zone district was specifically developed to provide incentives for
properties to redevelop. The ultimate goal of these incentives is to create
an economically vibrant lodging, housing and commercial core area.
•Redevelopment would meet the goals of the Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan, which includes residential, lodging and commercial
development that benefits both the visitor and permanent resident alike.
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Lionshead zoning map
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Zoning Standards
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Standard Arterial Business District Proposed Lionshead
Mixed Use 2 district
Setbacks
Adjacent to frontage road - a
maximum of 60% of the
length of the setback may be
kept to the minimum 15 foot
distance from the property
line. The remaining 40% of
the length of the setback shall
be 20 feet or more distant
from the property line.
Side – 15’ where bldg. height
is less than 20’; 20’ where
bldg. height is over 20’
Rear – 10’
Front – 10’
Side – 10’
Rear – 10’
Unless otherwise specified in the
Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan as a build-to line
Maximum Height
No more than 70% of the roof
area may exceed 32’ and
none of the area may exceed
40’
Maximum average building height
of 71 feet with a maximum height
of 82.5 feet, as further defined by
the Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan.
Density 60 sf of GRFA per 100 sf of
buildable site area 35 dwelling units/acre
GRFA None permitted 250 sf of GRFA for each 100 sf of
buildable site area
Site Coverage
maximum 60% of site area 70% of site area
Commercial Floor Area
Not more than seventy five
one-hundredths floor area
ratio (FAR) shall be permitted
on any site or lot.
Unlimited
Minimum Landscaping 25% of the site area 20% of the site area
Parking
Per 12-10-10; No drives,
parking or loading areas are
permitted in the front setback
except for the ingress and
egress drive.
Per 12-10-10; at least 50% of
required parking shall be located
within the main building
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Zoning Standards
Town of Vail | PEC25-0033 | vailgov.com
Standard Arterial Business District Proposed Lionshead Mixed Use 2 district Setbacks Adjacent to frontage road - a maximum of 60% of the length of the setback may be kept to the minimum 15 foot distance from the property line. The remaining 40% of the length of the setback shall be 20 feet or more distant from the property line. Side – 15’ where bldg. height is less than 20’; 20’ where
bldg. height is over 20’
Rear – 10’
Front – 10’ Side – 10’ Rear – 10’ Unless otherwise specified in the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan as a build-to line
Maximum Height
No more than 70% of the roof
area may exceed 32’ and
none of the area may exceed
40’
Maximum average building height
of 71 feet with a maximum height
of 82.5 feet, as further defined by
the Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan.
Density 60 sf of GRFA per 100 sf of
buildable site area 35 dwelling units/acre
GRFA None permitted 250 sf of GRFA for each 100 sf of
buildable site area
Site Coverage
maximum 60% of site area 70% of site area
Commercial Floor Area
Not more than seventy five
one-hundredths floor area
ratio (FAR) shall be permitted
on any site or lot.
Unlimited
Minimum Landscaping 25% of the site area 20% of the site area
Parking
Per 12-10-10; No drives,
parking or loading areas are
permitted in the front setback
except for the ingress and
egress drive.
Per 12-10-10; at least 50% of
required parking shall be located
within the main building
Standard Arterial Business District Proposed Lionshead
Mixed Use 2 district
Setbacks
Adjacent to frontage road - a
maximum of 60% of the
length of the setback may be
kept to the minimum 15 foot
distance from the property
line. The remaining 40% of
the length of the setback shall
be 20 feet or more distant
from the property line.
Side – 15’ where bldg. height
is less than 20’; 20’ where
bldg. height is over 20’
Rear – 10’
Front – 10’
Side – 10’
Rear – 10’
Unless otherwise specified in the
Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan as a build-to line
Maximum Height
No more than 70% of the roof
area may exceed 32’ and
none of the area may exceed
40’
Maximum average building height
of 71 feet with a maximum height
of 82.5 feet, as further defined by
the Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan.
Density 60 sf of GRFA per 100 sf of
buildable site area 35 dwelling units/acre
GRFA None permitted 250 sf of GRFA for each 100 sf of
buildable site area
Site Coverage
maximum 60% of site area 70% of site area
Commercial Floor Area
Not more than seventy five
one-hundredths floor area
ratio (FAR) shall be permitted
on any site or lot.
Unlimited
Minimum Landscaping 25% of the site area 20% of the site area
Parking
Per 12-10-10; No drives,
parking or loading areas are
permitted in the front setback
except for the ingress and
egress drive.
Per 12-10-10; at least 50% of
required parking shall be located
within the main building
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Criteria for Review
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1.The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent with all the applicable elements of the
adopted goals, objectives and policies outlined in the Vail comprehensive plan and is compatible with the
development objectives of the town.
2.The extent to which the zone district amendment is suitable with the existing and potential land uses on
the site and existing and potential surrounding land uses as set out in the town's adopted planning
documents.
3.The extent to which the zone district amendment presents a harmonious, convenient, workable
relationship among land uses consistent with municipal development objectives.
4.The extent to which the zone district amendment provides for the growth of an orderly viable community
and does not constitute spot zoning as the amendment serves the best interests of the community as a
whole.
5.The extent to which the zone district amendment results in adverse or beneficial impacts on the natural
environment, including, but not limited to, water quality, air quality, noise, vegetation, riparian corridors,
hillsides and other desirable natural features.
6.The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent with the purpose statement of the
proposed zone district.
7.The extent to which the zone district amendment demonstrates how conditions have changed since the
zoning designation of the subject property was adopted and is no longer appropriate.
Staff finds the above criteria to be met.
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Staff Recommendation
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Based upon the review of the criteria outlined in Section Vl of this memorandum and
the evidence and testimony presented, the Community Development Department
recommends the Planning and Environmental Commission forwards a
recommendation of approval to the Vail Town Council
The Planning and Environmental Commission recommends approval to the Vail Town
Council for a for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a zone district
boundary amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to
allow for the rezoning of 1000 S Frontage Rd Wfrom the SDD #4 Zone District to the
Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District; 1031 and 953 S Frontage Rd W from the
Arterial Business (ABD) Zone District to the LMU-2 Zone District; parcel legal
descriptions noted on page 1 of the staff report.” (PEC25-0033)
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Thank you
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WEST LIONSHEAD ZONE DISTRICT AMENDMENT APPLICATION
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Overview
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How does the rezone fit into the larger process?
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How is the site currently zoned?
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What are we hoping to accomplish?
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Criteria for Rezoning
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Criteria #1
•Criteria: The extent to which the zone district
amendment is consistent with all applicable elements
of the adopted goals, objectives and policies outlined in
the Vail Comprehensive Plan and is compatible with the
development objectives of the town.
•Response: The Zone District Amendment is consistent with
the adopted goals, objectives, and policies outlined in both
the Vail Comprehensive Plan, the Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan and the development objectives of the Town by
laying the foundation for the site to accomplish goals outlined
in the Vail Land Use Plan such as “... to grow in a controlled
environment, maintaining a balance between residential,
commercial and recreation uses to serve both the visitor and
the permanent resident”.
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Criteria #1
•Criteria: The extent to which the zone district
amendment is consistent with all applicable elements
of the adopted goals, objectives and policies outlined in
the Vail Comprehensive Plan and is compatible with the
development objectives of the town.
•Response: The Zone District Amendment is consistent with
the adopted goals, objectives, and policies outlined in both
the Vail Comprehensive Plan, the Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan and the development objectives of the Town by
laying the foundation for the site to accomplish goals outlined
in the Vail Land Use Plan such as “... to grow in a controlled
environment, maintaining a balance between residential,
commercial and recreation uses to serve both the visitor and
the permanent resident”.
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Criteria #2
•Criteria: The extent to which the zone district amendment is suitable with the existing and potential land uses on the site and existing and potential land uses as set out in the towns adopted planning
documents.
•Response: The Zone District Amendment is suitable with the existing land use on the three subject parcels as professional offices and eating and drinking establishments are listed as permitted uses within the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 zone district. Additionally, the anticipated uses, to be proposed with a subsequent land use applications to the Town’s Community Development department, within the West Lionshead concept plan are included as permitted and conditional uses within the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 zone district.
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Criteria #3
•Criteria: The extent to which the zone district
amendment presents a harmonious, convenient,
workable relationship among land uses consistent with
municipal development objectives.
•Response: The Zone District amendment will present an
even more harmonious, convenient, workable
relationship among land uses that is consistent with the
Town’s development objectives by bringing the three
subject parcels into the same underlying zone district,
Lionshead Mixed Use 2, that make up the balance of the
West Lionshead area.
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Criteria #4
•Criteria: The extent to which the zone district
amendment provides for the growth of an orderly
viable community and does not constitute spot zoning
as the amendment serves the best interests of the
community as a whole.
•Response: The zone district does not constitute spot
zoning as the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 zone district
currently underlays Lionshead and the parcels
immediately to the east of the subject properties. The
proposed zone district amendment provides for the
growth of an orderly viable community, serving the best
interests of the Town as a whole by replacing the existing
underlying Arterial Business District and Special Design
District #4 zoning with Lionshead Mixed Use 2 zoning.
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Criteria #5
•Criteria: The extent to which the zone district
amendment results in adverse or beneficial impacts on
the natural environment, including, but not limited to,
water quality, air quality, noise, vegetation, riparian
corridors, hillsides, and other desirable natural
features.
•Response: The zone district amendment will have no
impact on the natural environment as there is no change
to the existing use/design of the building brought forth by
this application.
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Criteria #6
•Criteria: The extent to which the zone district
amendment is consistent with the purpose statement
of the proposed zone district.
•Response: The site is currently consistent with the Lionshead
Mixed Use 2 zone district’s purpose statement as the subject
parcels are a “mixture of …restaurants, offices, and commercial
establishments in a clustered, unified development.”
Additionally, this zone district amendment is consistent with
the purpose statement of the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 as the
code states, “This zone district is meant to encourage and
provide incentives for redevelopment in accordance with the
Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan”. Said redevelopment,
in accordance with the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan,
is the ultimate goal of this application for a zone district
amendment in tandem with forthcoming applications.
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Criteria #7
•Criteria: The extent to which the zone district
amendment demonstrates how conditions have
changed since the zoning designation of the subject
property was adopted and is no longer appropriate.
•Response: The zoning designation of the subject
properties, Arterial Business District and Special Design
District #4, were imposed on the three subject parcels
prior to the publishing of the Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan and subsequent amendments. The Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan calls for the West Lionshead
area to be zoned as Lionshead Mixed Use 2, thus the
existing zoning is no longer appropriate.
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Criteria #8
•Criteria: Such other factors and criteria as the
Commission and/or Council deem applicable to the
proposed zoning.
•Response: The Applicant is happy to furnish any
additional materials the Commission requests in
evaluating this application for a zone district amendment.
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THANK YOU
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.2
Item Cover Page
DATE:November 18, 2025
TIME:15 min.
SUBMITTED BY:Jake Shipe, Finance
ITEM TYPE:Public Hearings
AGENDA SECTION:Public Hearings (6:20pm)
SUBJECT:Ordinance No. 24, Series of 2025, Second Reading, Annual
Appropriation Ordinance Adopting a Budget and Financial Plan
and Making Appropriations to Pay the Costs, Expenses, and
Liabilities of the Town of Vail, Colorado, for its Fiscal Year
January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026 (6:40pm)
SUGGESTED ACTION:Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Ordinance No. 24,
Series of 2025 upon second reading.
PRESENTER(S):Jake Shipe, Budget Manager
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
2025 Ord 24 2nd reading - 2026 TOV Budget.pdf
2026 Budget 2nd Reading - Memo.pdf
2026 Budget 2nd Reading - Attachment A - Project Narratives.pdf
2026 Budget 2nd Reading - Attachment B - Program Narratives.pdf
2026 Budget 2nd Reading - Attachment C - Council Contributions Applications.pdf
2026 Budget 2nd Reading - Attachment D - Additional Information regarding VVMTA Contribution
Request.pdf
2026 Budget 2nd Reading - Attachment E (Departmental Service Increases).pdf
2026 Budget 2nd Reading - Attachment F (Childcare Funding Summary).pdf
2026 Budget 2nd Reading - Presentation.pdf
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Ordinance No. 24, Series of 2025
ORDINANCE NO. 24
SERIES OF 2025
ANNUAL APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE: ADOPTING A BUDGET AND FINANCIAL
PLAN AND MAKING APPROPRIATIONS TO PAY THE COSTS, EXPENSES, AND
LIABILITIES OF THE TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO, FOR ITS FISCAL YEAR
JANUARY 1, 2026 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2026
WHEREAS, in accordance with Article IX of the Charter of the Town of Vail,
Colorado, the Town Manager prepared and submitted to the Town Council a proposed
long-range capital program for the Town and a proposed budget and financial plan for all
Town funds and activities for the fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary for the Town Council to adopt a budget and financial
plan for the 2026 fiscal year, to make appropriations for the amounts specified in the
budget; and
NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Town Council of the Town of Vail,
Colorado, that:
1. The procedures prescribed in Article IX of the Charter of the Town of Vail,
Colorado, for the enactment hereof, have been fulfilled.
2. Pursuant to Article IX of the Charter, the Town Council hereby makes the
following annual appropriations for the Town of Vail, Colorado, for its fiscal year
beginning on the first day of January, 2026, and ending on the 31st day of December,
2026:
FUND AMOUNT
General Fund $80,139,719
Internal Employee Housing Fund 9,875,962
Capital Projects Fund 37,996,967
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund 10,383,231
Housing Fund 21,358,658
Vail Marketing Fund 350,000
Heavy Equipment Fund 5,778,813
Dispatch Services Fund 4,723,598
Health Insurance Fund 7,064,938
Residences at Main Vail Fund 2,009,964
Timber Ridge Enterprise Fund 23,833,013
Total 203,514,863
Less Interfund Transfers (67,829,278)
Net Expenditure Budget 135,685,585
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Ordinance No. 24, Series of 2025
3. The Town Council hereby adopts the full and complete Budget and Financial
Plan for the 2026 fiscal year for the Town of Vail, Colorado, which are incorporated by
reference herein and made part hereof, and copies of said public records shall be made
available to the public in the Municipal Building of the Town. This Ordinance shall take
effect five (5) days after publication following the final passage hereof.
4. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is
for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portions of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would
have passed this ordinance, and each part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or
phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more parts, sections, subsections,
sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid.
5. The Town Council hereby finds, determines, and declares that this ordinance is
necessary and proper for the health, safety, and welfare of the Town of Vail and the
inhabitants thereof.
6. The repeal or the repeal and reenactment of any provision of the Municipal Code
of the Town of Vail as provided in this ordinance shall not affect any right which has
accrued, any duty imposed, any violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof,
any prosecution commenced, nor any other action or proceedings as commenced under
or by virtue of the provision repealed or repealed and reenacted. The repeal of any
provision hereby shall not revive any provision or any ordinance previously repealed or
superseded unless expressly stated herein.
7. All bylaws, orders, resolutions, and ordinances, or parts thereof, inconsistent
herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer shall not
be construed to revise any bylaw, order, resolution, or ordinance, or part thereof,
theretofore repealed.
INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED AND ORDERED
PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL, this 4th day of November, 2025. A public hearing shall be
held hereon on the 18th day of November, 2025, at 6:00 pm at the regular meeting of
the Town Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado, in the Municipal Building of the Town.
______________________________
Travis Coggin, Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________
Stephanie Bibbens, Town Clerk
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Ordinance No. 24, Series of 2025
READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED IN
FULL this 18th day of November 2025.
_____________________________
Travis Coggin, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Stephanie Kauffman, Town Clerk
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2026 PROPOSED BUDGET
SECOND READING
NOVEMBER 18, 2025
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TOWN OF VAIL PROPOSED
2026 BUDGET TABLE OF
CONTENTS
COVER MEMO 3
REVENUE
Major Revenue Analysis
EXPENDITURES
General Fund 22
Personnel
−
−Ten-Year Summary of Budgeted Positions by Department 27
Employee Benefits Summary 29
Contributions
Contributions Summary 31
Contributions Notes 32
CAPITAL PLAN
Capital Projects Fund 42
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund 50
Housing Fund 58
Unfunded 60
OTHER FUNDS
Marketing Fund
62
Heavy Equipment Fund
63
Health Insurance Fund
64
Dispatch Services Fund
65
−
Timber Ridge Housing Fund
66
This table of contents is "Clickable". Click on headings below to be directed to the page.
Residences at Main Vail Fund
−67
20
Internal Employee Housing Rental Fund
Summary of Changes in Personnel
26
68
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TO: Vail Town Council
FROM: Finance Department
DATE: November 18, 2025
SUBJECT: Second Reading of 2025 Town Manager’s Budget
I. SUMMARY
Second Reading of Ordinance No. 24, Series of 2025, an ordinance to adopt the 2026 Town of
Vail budget and financial plan.
II. DISCUSSION
On November 4th, Council approved the 2026 budget ordinance upon first reading. Since the
first reading, staff has made the following adjustments and included additional information
based on Council’s feedback:
Revenue
• Estimated property tax collections for 2026 have been increased by $53,616 upon
further refinement of preliminary figures provided by Eagle County.
• $60,000 was included within the projects reimbursement line in the General Fund for the
first reimbursement towards the $300.0K contribution to Vail Mountaineer Hockey Club
for the rodeo rink tent. This will be paid back over five years (2026-2030) at $60,000 per
year. The town contributed $456.0K towards the rink in 2025 of which $300K will be
reimbursed. The full $456.0K expenditure is included in the 2025 Forecast and will be
included in the 3rd supplemental budget of 2025.
Operational Expenditures
• Within the Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund, a placeholder of $45,000 has been included
for contract services with Betty Ford Alpine Gardens related to the maintenance of
landscaping at Ford Park.
Contributions
• At direction of Council, a contribution to the Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance towards
the new Stewardship Crew program has been included at the full request of $30,000.
This portion of the contribution is contingent upon the organization receiving a minimum
of $30,000 in contributions from other local municipalities or private donors towards this
program.
• Council requested a summary of the childcare contributions utilizing the tobacco tax..
This information is included in Attachment F. Each year staff place holds the full amount
of annual tobacco tax collections to be utilized towards childcare programs. Any funds
unused at the end of the year are put into a separate reserve account and saved to be
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used towards future childcare projects. This could include new facilities for the two aging
childcare centers in Vail or housing for teachers.
Personnel
• During the First Reading, Council requested a summary of service level increases
departments have undertaken over time. Staff has included a high-level summary of
service increases in the departments which are requesting staffing increases in 2026 in
Attachment E.
Capital Projects
• During the First Reading, Council asked staff to remove the funds for the Vail Road Bike
Lanes and Sidewalk project and redirect them to the Main Vail Underpass improvement
project. Staff has shifted the $1.0M of construction funds in 2027 accordingly within the
5-year plan. The Main Vail Roundabout Underpass project now has a total construction
placeholder of $3.0M in 2027.
o The 2026 budget includes $100.0K towards the design of both the Vail Road and
Vail Valley Drive improvements. Although the construction of the Vail Road
improvements are unfunded, staff proposes to proceed with the design of both
projects in 2026. Due to the interconnected nature of the flow of traffic on these
two roads, the impacts of improvements of Vail Valley Drive to Vail Road should
be considered jointly. Additionally, this will provide staff with a better cost
estimate for the improvements when funding becomes available.
o Staff believes that the additional $1.0M of funding for the Main Vail Underpass
project will allow for an improved visual aesthetic for this main entry into Vail,
although the exact enhancements that can be included with the additional
funding is yet to be determined. Staff will return with additional information as
outcomes of the design process become available in early 2026.
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS REPEATED FROM THE NOV 4TH COUNCIL PACKET
BUT REFLECTS UPDATES TO TOTALS AS A RESULT OF THE CHANGES ABOVE.
On October 21st, staff presented a draft of the Town Manager’s budget for Council’s Review.
Any changes since that meeting or additional information requested at that meeting are included
below:
Reserves
• Forecast reserves in the General Fund for 2025 were corrected upwards by $4.1M
related to a mathematical error; General Fund reserves are forecast to be $46.3M at the
end of 2025, with $19.5M of that amount being non-restricted.
• Expanded Bus Service (SB230 Grant): At the October 21st meeting, Council received
an update about the available grant funding through SB230 for enhanced bus service
operations and related capital costs. Currently, this grant revenue and cost of expanded
service are not included in the budget. Staff is still exploring options related to personnel
scheduling and additional grant funding opportunities for the purchase of an additional
bus. The full budgetary impact to the General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, and Heavy
Equipment Fund is yet to be determined. Staff will return with adjusted revenues and
expenditures related to this grant and expanded transit service after during the first
supplemental budget of 2026 (anticipated in March).
Operational Expenditures
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•Car Share Program (General Fund): Based on council feedback, proposed
expenditures have been increased by $60.0K (from $90.0K to $150.0K). The increased
budget will accommodate the following program terms:
o The program is to include four cars, with a minimum revenue guarantee by the
Town of $95.6K
o An annual subsidy by the Town to the program of $40.0K
o The Town is to cover the registration & membership cost for up-to 150 users
o Placeholder for lease of two parking spots at Middle Creek
•Single Use Plastics Program (RETT): Based on council feedback, proposed
expenditures for 2026 have been reduced by $85.0K (from $100.0K to $15.0K). The total
cost of the program is still estimated at $75.0K including a prior year roll forward.
o At council’s direction, $60.0K of the Destination Stewardship funding already
existing in the 2025 budget will be redirected towards Water Bottle Filling Station
installations. This will be reflected in the third supplemental budget of 2025.
o The $15.0K in new funding proposed for 2026 will go towards signage and
education related to resources to reduce single-use plastic bottles.
Contributions
•Betty Ford Alpine Gardens: Based on recommendations from the Ford Park Advisory
Committee, staff will keep the 2026 Council Contribution for the Betty Ford Alpine
Garden at $80,779 (flat with the prior year) but is proposing up to $45,000 be included
as a placeholder in the Parks department budget for contract services in the second
reading. The additional $45,000 represents the cost to maintain areas in Ford Park
outside of the lease boundary, that have been enhanced and maintained by the Gardens
at the request of the town and Committee over the past year. These areas include the
Nature Center bridge garden across from the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater, the area
opposite from the Pollinator Garden, and areas between the Education Center and Gore
Creek Trail as well as an area above the basketball court.
•Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance: The VVMTA has provided additional information
regarding their contribution request and the broader context of public lands management
in Eagle County. See Attachment D
o The 2026 budget includes $55.0K towards the county-wide Front Country Ranger
program. The Front Ranger Program is a locally funded program which is
managed through the Forest Service and provides services such as campground
management, monitoring for unattended campfires, and trash cleanup.
•Castle Lodge Toy Store: Based on Council feedback, the contribution recommendation
for the Castle Lodge Toy Store has been made contingent upon a matching donation
from the Town of Avon of $2,000.
Capital Projects
•Energy Efficiency Upgrade Package (CPF): Council requested additional information
related to the goals and outcomes of this project and the potential larger Geothermal
Energy District. This information was presented during today’s afternoon session.
•Bus Barn Fire Sprinkler Upgrades (CPF): Based on Council’s decision to direct the
Town Manager to negotiate and award a contract to Hyder Construction for the Bus Barn
Fire Sprinkler upgrade, utilizing the 2025 budget for this project and the savings from the
bus charger installation project, the additional 2026 appropriation due to a previously
anticipated cost-increase of $702.0K was removed.
•Tennis Court Reconstruction (managed by the Vail Recreation District - RETT):
Based on council’s direction during the capital preview to seek further reductions in
VRD-managed projects at Town-owned properties in the RETT fund, staff has worked
with VRD to identify an additional $239,621 reduction in the cost to reconstruct two of
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the eight Tennis Courts (from $590,256 to $350,635). These two courts are experiencing
leakage in the irrigation system. VRD believes that the other six courts will require
replacement within the next 5 to 6 years at a cost of approximately $1.5M.
• East Vail Parcel Development: Based on Council’s direction, the 2025 forecast has
been adjusted to reassign $250.0K of InDeed program funds towards the entitlement
and design process of the East Vail Parcel. This adjustment will be reflected in the third
supplemental budget of 2025.
Prior to today’s draft, staff held several meetings to gather feedback from Council on preliminary
budget assumptions. Budget discussions with Town Council began in July with a preview
meeting that included preliminary revenue and expenditure discussions. More recently, staff
presented a compensation and benefits preview and a 5-year Capital Plan preview.
The following is a high-level summary of other outcomes from feedback received during these
budget meetings that were included in the creation of the 2026 budget proposal:
• A conservative approach to revenue projections and expenditures to ensure
financial stability
• A commitment to maintaining a sustainable budget over the long term
• A focus on rebuilding reserves while still making progress towards strategic plan goals
after several years of planned use to support major projects such as South Frontage
Road improvements, Timber Ridge redevelopment and purchase, and the Dobson
Arena renovation
• Flexibility to adapt to future decisions by a new Town Council and updates to the
strategic plan
• Continued support for a premium and flexible compensation philosophy to attract
and retain talent
After several months of collaborative budget meetings with departments, a draft of the proposed
2026 budget is presented to Council with conservative revenue projections, a balanced
operating budget, and funding for priorities within the Council’s focus areas. Please note
that the use of reserves is required to fund one-time planning projects, contributions, capital
projects, and special events.
BUDGET OVERVIEW
The Town of Vail 2026 budget proposal presented in this document reflects the town’s vision to
be the premier international mountain resort community in a fiscally responsible manner.
Each year the Town Manager and staff prepare an annual budget that serves as a funding plan
as determined by Town Council.
In accordance with the Town’s budget philosophies, the funding of ongoing department
operations, support of current employees, debt service payments, and maintenance of current
assets were given the highest priority. New programs, expansions of operations and personnel,
and new capital items were evaluated based on their contribution to achieving the priorities and
actions of the 2024 Council Strategic Plan, as well as their necessity for the public safety and
excellent customer service provided by the Town.
The Council Strategic Plan includes the following five priority areas:
• Create a strong community and create affordable housing opportunities
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•Support our Workforce
•Provide an Authentic Vail Experience
•Transportation
•Environmental Sustainability
As part of the budget process, department heads met to build the budget with available funds
based on the conservative revenue outlook and follow the budget philosophies to operate within
annual revenue streams. Each department head presented justifications for any new requests,
including headcount, operating increases, and capital projects.
Investment in the town’s personnel remains a top priority. During the 2025 First Supplemental
Budget, Town Council approved an increase of 5.5 full-time equivalent (FTE) positions to
support the implementation of the paid summer parking program and expanded transit service
to coincide. An additional 0.11 net FTE resulted from position restructures within the Library and
Town Administration Office.
For 2026, staff is proposing a net increase of 10.46 FTEs, totaling $1,196,500 in personnel
costs. However, 66% ($785,500) of these costs are funded through new or additional revenue
sources, such as grants and contributions. With the exception of Dispatch, these new positions
would be filled in March or April, allowing time to assess winter season performance and
broader economic conditions before hiring. In addition, staff is evaluating the potential addition
of 10 more FTEs to expand public safety services and transit routes. These positions would also
rely on specific new revenue sources, including a grant and speed enforcement revenue, which
are expected to be verified after the first quarter of 2026. Of the total 20.46 FTEs proposed or
under consideration, 17.0 FTEs are at least 80% funded by and contingent upon new revenues,
ensuring that ongoing personnel growth remains financially sustainable.
These positions fit within a sustainable budget plan and will help support growing service level
demands in multiple departments and support council and community goals. The 2026 budget
seeks to align our brand of a world class resort with personnel and employment philosophies
that reflect that brand. Woven throughout this budget are initiatives and programs proposed to
support these philosophies.
Aside from personnel, many of the new and increased budget requests are a result of cost
increases due to inflation, labor cost increases in the market, and added facilities. New requests
also aim to align resources and equipment to accommodate added service levels and
improvements to address several topics of importance to both Town Council and the community
at large. Listed below are larger expenditures (both capital and operating) included in the 2026
budget that support Council Strategic Priorities:
Create a strong community and create affordable housing opportunities
•Timber Ridge Unit Purchases for Community/TOV Employee Rental: $23.4M
•InDeed Program: $1.0M
•Timber Ridge Habitat for Humanity Contribution: $3.0M
Support our Workforce
•Childcare Program Funding: $529.6K
Provide an Authentic Vail Experience
•Transfers to Vail Local Marketing District (Destination Marketing Organization) for special event
funding: $2.7M
Transportation
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•Vail Run Bus Stop: $375.0K
•Roundabout Traffic Counter Installation: $250.0K
•Car Share Program: $150.0K
Environmental Sustainability
•Energy Efficiency Upgrade Package: $9.1M
•Gutter Bins on 25% of Town Sewer Drains: $450.0K
The town’s 2026 budget is funded by a projected $142.0 million of net revenue budget
across all of the town’s funds. Excluding one-time revenues, net revenues total $106.7M. This is
a (2.0)% decrease from the 2025 Forecast and a (6.8)% decrease from 2024 actuals due to a
projected decrease in investment earnings along a decrease in grant funding. With the
exception of investment earnings, RETT Tax, and grant funding, the majority of the Town’s
major revenue sources are nearly flat compared to the 2025 forecast. This reflects conservative
revenue projections and a continued trend of flattening of growth.
Sales tax is the town’s main source of funding making up 33.7% of all revenues. The General
sales tax for 2026 is conservatively projected at $42.4 million, down 1.2% from the 2025
forecast and up 0.4% compared to 2024 actual collections. Since the Capital Preview, the
2025 forecast has been adjusted upwards due to stronger-than-expected late-summer
collections.
Sales Tax, $47.8M,
34%
Property and
Ownership Tax,
$8.3M, 6%
Use Tax, $2.5M, 2%
Ski Lift Tax , $6.9M,
5%
Franchise Taxes and
Penalties, $1.9M, 1%
Real Estate
Transfer Tax, $7.8M,
6%
Licenses and
Permits, $3.9M, 3%
Intergovernmental
Revenue, $5.5M, 4%
Transportation Centers, $10.5M, 7%
Charges for Services, $4.7M, 3%
Rent, Fines &
Miscellaneous,
$11.7M, 8%
VRA
Reimbursements,
$6.2M, 4%
Timber Ridge
Proceeds &
Reimbursements,
$22.7M, 16%
Earnings on
Investments, $1.6M,
1%
Town of Vail 2026 Projected Revenue: $142.0M
REVENUE (All Funds) $142.0M
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Year to date sales tax collections are pacing up 3.2% from 2024 actual collections. The
remainder of the year is conservatively forecasted down 1% from 2024 actuals. This is in line
with sales tax collections during late 2024/2025 winter season when sales tax collections
reflected a 1% decline compared to 2023/2024. As we look ahead to 2026, sales tax revenues
are expected to level off, following the flattening growth trend seen in 2025. The forecast also
factors in the temporary closure of a few businesses that could impact collections in the short
term.
Other major 2026 revenue sources and projections include the following:
Revenue
Fund
2023
Actual
2024
Actual
2025
Forecast
2026
Proposed
Projections
General
Sales Tax
GF/
CPF $42.5M $42.2M $42.9M $42.4M Down (1.2)% from 2025 Forecast; Up
0.4% from 2024
Housing
Sales Tax HF $5.1M $5.1M $5.2M $5.1M Down (1.2)% from 2025 Forecast; Up
0.6% from 2024
RETT RETT $8.0M $9.3M $8.2M $7.8M Down (5.0)% from 2025 Forecast; down
(16.8)% from 2024 Actual
Property Tax GF $6.1M $8.1M $8.1M $8.3M
Based on information provided by
county assessor & new assessment
rates
Parking
GF $9.4M $9.5M $10.3M $10.5M
Flat with 2025 Forecast plus
adjustments for rate and pass price
changes
Lift Tax
GF $6.5M $6.5M $6.8M $6.9M
Up 1.0% from 2025 Forecast; Up 3.0%
from 2024 Actual; Based on VR Sales
Data
Construction
Use Tax
CPF $2.5M $3.1M $2.5M $2.5M
Flat with 2025 Forecast; Down (18.6)%
with 2024 Actual; Based on 3-year
average excluding large projects
Investments Various $7.6M $8.3M $3.2M $1.6M Estimated 2.5% return on decreased
fund balance
Grants
Various $2.5K $5.0M $698.8K $2.4M
2026 includes Transit Operations Grant,
Hope Center, Colorado GeoX System
Tax Credit
Across all funds, 2026 net expenditures are proposed at $135.7 million. Expenditures can
be grouped into three main categories: municipal services, capital expenditures and debt
service. For 2026, $81.9 million or 61% represents municipal services, while 35% or $48.0
EXPENDITURES (All Funds) $135.7M
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million represents capital expenditures. Debt service expenditures total $5.8 million or 4% of net
expenditures.
It should be noted that while the Council may appropriate new projects or programs in
the budget, all budget items remain subject to additional Council feedback, discussion,
and approval.
Municipal Services
Within the $81.9 million municipal services budget, expenditures can be viewed by either
category (personnel, marketing and special events, and other operating) or by the department.
Municipal
Services,
$81.9M, 61%
Other Capital
Improvements,
$24.6M, 18%
Timber
Ridge Unit
Purchases,
$23.4M, 17%
Debt Service,
$5.8M, 4%
"Where the Money Goes" -Spending by
Expenditure Type
Salaries,
$38.9M, 47%
Benefits,
$12.3M, 15%
Contributions,
$4.0M, 5%
Special
Events,
$3.0M, 4%
All Other
Operating
Expenses,
$23.7M , 29%
"Where the Money Goes" -
Municipal Services by CategoryAs a service
organization, the
majority of
Municipal
spending is for
personnel.
Salaries and
benefits total
$51.2M, or 62.6%
of the operating
expenditures.
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PERSONNEL (All Funds) _____ _ $51.2M
As a service industry, the majority of municipal services expenditures relate to staffing. For
2025, this represents $51.2 million or 62.6% of the municipal services budget. As a percentage
of the budget, this is comparable to the prior year.
Compensation
Investment in the town’s workforce is a top priority of this budget proposal. Employee
recruitment and retention as well as succession planning has become essential across the
entire organization. The town’s employees are a critical part of the town’s infrastructure and
provide world-class services to the community and guests.
On October 7th, Town Council was given a preview of the 2026 Compensation and Benefits
budget. During this meeting, Council continued to support the town’s compensation philosophy
to reflect a more premium and flexible pay structure for the premium services the Town of Vail
employees provide. The 2026 proposed budget includes a $300.0K placeholder for increases
due to changes in market wages. Additionally, the town has budgeted an overall 5.0% increase
in salary adjustments for staff, which allows for up to a 5% performance-based merit increase
with additional opportunities for special recognition programs. The 2026 budget also includes
the continuation of the vacation reinvestment program ($160.0K), the continuation of the
wellness benefits ($80.0K), and an increase to the lifestyle spending benefit to cover the
increased cost of a ski pass ($300.0K).
Including the new proposed full-time equivalent (FTE) positions and benefit cost adjustments,
the 2026 compensation budget is proposed to increase by an overall 4.4% from the amended
2025 Budget.
Police, $9.1M,
11%
Public Safety
Communications,
$4.6M, 6%
Fire, $8.9M, 11%
Town Officials,
$2.3M, 3%
Administrative /
Risk Management,
$7.7M, 10%
Transportation,
$8.5M, 10%
Parking, $3.2M, 4%
Public Works &
Streets, $8.2M, 10%
Facilities & Fleet
Maintenance, $6.6M,
8%Community
Development,
$2.1M, 3%
Community
Housing, $1.3M, 2%
Environmental
Sustainability,
$1.7M, 2%
Welcome Center &
Economic
Development,
$1.3M, 2%
Contributions,
Marketing, & Special
Events, $7.3M, 9%
Parks, AIPP &
Library, $4.3M, 5%
Health and
Employee Housing,
$3.5M, 4%
Municipal Spending by Service Area Public Safety
makes up 28.0%
of municipal
spending,
followed by
Public Works
functions at
18.4%,
Transportation at
10%,
Administration
/Risk
Management at
9.5%, and
Contributions and
Events at 9.0%
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Headcount
The town’s operations are proposed to be supported by 380.71 full-time equivalent (FTE)
positions in 2026.
During the 2025 first supplemental budget, a net 5.5 FTEs were approved related to the paid
summer parking program and bus service enhancements. An additional net 0.11 FTE increase
was implemented mid-year due to restructuring in the Town Administration and Library.
For 2026, staff is proposing the addition of four new positions, representing a net increase of
20.46 FTEs. Of this amount, 17.0 FTEs are at least 80% funded by, and contingent upon,
the collection of new revenue sources including grants. The positions are divided into four
categories based on funding source and timing:
• Positions funded (at least 80%) by new confirmed revenue sources (1.5 FTES). The
FTE count, revenues, and expenditures are currently included in the budget. If these
revenue sources cease to exist in future years, these positions are subject to
reprioritization by council.
• Positions proposed to be funded by existing but sustainable general revenue
sources collected by the town (2.96 FTEs). The FTE count and expenditures are
included in the budget at this time. At the direction of the Town Manager, these positions
will not be filled until at least March of 2026 to provide the Finance Department time to
monitor sales tax performance in the Winter 2025-2026 season.
• Dispatch-Funded positions (6.0 FTEs): Positions funded by E911 Authority and Eagle
County Agencies based on call volume.
• Positions proposed to be funded (at least 80%) by anticipated new revenue sources
(10.0 FTEs). The FTE count is included in the budget for council and public
• transparency, but the associated revenues and expenditures will not be included until
the new revenue sources are verified and tested. These positions will not be filled until
the first supplemental budget of 2026, after verification that the revenue source is
sustainable.
Newly proposed positions for 2026 are listed in the charts below.
Positions funded by Confirmed New Revenue Sources
2026
Proposed Net
Adjustment Funding Total Budget
Position (FTEs)Source Cost Increase Justification
Building Maintenance
Specialist Lead 1.00
Internal Employee
Housing Rental
Collections (100%)
138,500 - Incr. workload from acquisition of
internal employee housing
AIPP Program Assistant 0.50 Logan Family Donation
(100%) 32,000 - New programming at new Ford
Park Art Studio
Total Positions funded by
Confirmed New Revenue
Sources:1.50 170,500 -
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Positions funded by Dispatch
2026
Proposed Net
Adjustment Funding Total Budget
Position (FTEs)Source Cost Increase Justification
911 Dispatchers 6.00
E911 Board $405.1K
Outside Agency
Contributions: $156.3K
630,000 69,000
Address ongoing staffing
shortages, excess overtime, and
high turnover rate, and increased
emergency call volume; Move
towards staffing level supported
by previous staffing studies
Positions funded by Anticipated New Revenue Sources
2026
Proposed Net
Adjustment Funding Total Budget
Position (FTEs)Source Cost Increase Justification
Bus Drivers 5.00 SB230 Grant (80%) 515,000 103,000
Pending council decision on
service enhancement and level of
grant acceptance
Fleet Mechanic 1.00 SB230 Grant (80%) 105,000 21,000
Pending council decision on
service enhancement and level of
grant acceptance
Peace Officers 4.00
Increased Chain &
Frontage Road (AVIS)
Speed Enforcement
(100%)
500,000 -
Contingent on verification of
additional revenue received
through expanded enforcement
Total Positions funded by
Anticipated New Revenue
Sources:10.00 1,120,000 124,000
Positions Funded by Current Revenue Sources
2026
Proposed Net
Adjustment Funding Total Budget
Position (FTEs)Source Cost Increase Justification
Firefighters 2.00 General Funds 230,000 230,000
Meet standards for shift staffing
levels; Mitigate excess
overtime/vacation ability, improve
recruiting, address vacation and
improve efficiency.
Convert 2 Seasonal Wildland
to FT - Real Estate Transfer Tax 93,800 22,000
Developing and expanding
evacuation and community
preparedness; FFF policy
changes
Clerk/TM Administrative
Support 0.50 General Funds 32,000 32,000
Staff is requesting to bring back a
part time position to help with
volume of workload and backup
critical positions in Court and
Clerk functions.
Senior Accountant
(Conversion of PT Summer
Pas s Sales Position)
0.46
Revenue collection fees
(Existing Internal
Revenue)
134,000 80,000
Inc. workload from additional debt
management, new funds,
changing regulations/standards,
and a growing organization
Total Positions Funded by
General Revenues:2.96 489,800 364,000
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DEPARTMENT SPENDING (All Funds) __ $23.7M
Departmental spending (also labeled as “All Other Operating Expenses” in the chart above) is
proposed at $23.7M for 2026. The majority of operating expenses are funded by the General
Fund ($20.4M). The remaining is funded by the Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund (Environmental
Sustainability, Forest Health, Parks, and Public Art), Dispatch Services Fund, and the Heavy
Equipment Fund (Fleet). For 2026, departments were tasked with requesting necessary
increases to maintain current levels of services, while finding efficiencies where possible.
Departments were directed to limit expansions in operations and programming to those which is
necessary for public safety, to continue providing excellent customer service, or directly work
towards a goal in the 2024 Council Strategic plan. The majority of the cost increases are due
increased costs of labor, utilities, and supplies.
CONTRIBUTIONS AND EVENTS (All Funds)________________________________ $7.0M
The 2026 budget proposes a total of $7.0M for contributions and special events. This includes
the $3.0M contribution to Habitat for Humanity towards Timber Ridge unit purchases. This also
includes transfers for Special Event funding of $3.0M, $448.8K for Council Contributions within
the “Service” category (Not-for-profit partners), $526.6K for the town’s Childcare program, and
related personnel costs.
Events
The special event funding process will continue to be managed by the Vail Local Marketing
District (Discover Vail DMO) for 2026. A total of $3.0M for event funding was approved in the
VLMD budget, which is flat with the 2025 budget.
The 2026 Town of Vail budget includes transfers to the Vail Local Marketing District for the
special event program. In line with historical practice, all business license revenue (net of
collection fees) will be allocated to special event funding ($332.5), with the remaining funding
coming from the General Fund ($2.7M).
Council Contributions
Council Contributions includes funding for the programming of various non-profit organizations
that align with the town’s contribution policy:
“The Town’s grant process supports charitable organizations that serve Vail employees, guests,
and citizens by investing in local programs and initiatives that align with the town’s strategic plan
and that can demonstrate how they can impact the Vail community. The grant process was
created to fairly, equitably and constantly provide funds and in-kind services to the community.”
A total of $448.8K of cash contributions for the Services category are recommended in the 2026
budget, as follows:
• Town of Vail Partner Organization contributions: $376.5K
• Health and Human Service contributions: $65.0K
• Other Community Non-Profit contributions: $7.3K
The budget also includes a placeholder of $529.6K for early childcare education program and
capital support using tobacco tax revenues. This program was implemented in 2022.
Additionally, staff recommends the continuation of “In-Kind” contributions of waived rental fees
and parking coupons consistent with previous years.
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See page 28 for contribution requests and staff recommendations.
See Attachment C for the full applications for contributions submitted by each organization.
Total funding for the 2026 capital improvements programs is proposed at $48.0 million across
the Capital Projects Fund, Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund, Housing Fund, Internal Employee
Housing Rental Fund, and Heavy Equipment Fund.
During the October 7th work session, staff provided Council with a preliminary five-year capital
plan for the Capital Projects Fund, Housing Fund, and Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund. Several
significant projects were presented during this meeting. Council was asked to provide feedback
on the current plan. Staff has attached project narratives for the larger, more significant
projects being proposed in the 2026 five-year plan in Attachment A. As requested by
council, the full list of measures, construction costs, associated grants, and projected savings
related to the Energy Efficiency Upgrade package has been included in the project narratives.
See Project Narrative C01
At the beginning of 2021, Town Council authorized the financing of the Public Works Shops
project with a lease-purchase agreement. This project was financed with a $15.2M loan over a
15-year term at an interest rate of 1.76% annually. The 2026 budget includes $1.2M of debt
service payments for this project.
In October of 2021, the Town issued $22.3M of 30-year Certificates of Participation for the
Residences at Main Vail housing project with an interest rate of 2.57%. The 2026 budget
includes $1.2M of debt service payments for this project.
During 2025, the Town issued $63.2M of 40-year Certificates of Participation for the Southface
housing Project with an interest rate of 5.25%. The 2026 budget includes $3.4M of debt service
(interest only) payments for the COPs, which are fully funded by the Debt Service Reserve from
the bond proceeds in the Capital Projects Fund.
Two of the Town’s component units have also issued debt. The Vail Reinvestment Authority
issued $11.9M of 20-year bonds in 2010. The Vail Home Partners Corporation issued
$126,035,000 in 40-year revenue bonds for the Southface project in 2025. Debt service
payments for each of these are accounted for in their respective entity and are not included in
the Town of Vail expenditure total. These are not the legal responsibility of the town, however,
as component units of the town are reflected as debt in the town’s financial statements.
After building up substantial reserves during the covid-impacted years of 2020-2022, the town
has committed to spending down the majority of non-restricted reserves for the Timber Ridge,
Southface, and Dobson Arena redevelopment projects.
CAPITAL EXPENDITURES $48.0M
RESERVES $91.2M
DEBT SERVICE EXPENDITURES $5.8M
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The town ended 2024 with $119.4M of non-restricted reserves (reserves available and not set
aside to meet minimum fund balance requirements, debt requirements, or for special purposes
such as the EHOP program, parking capital reserve, or childcare program funding). In 2025, the
Town is projected to spend $59.2M of reserves, largely on the Dobson Arena ($19.5M) and
Southface project ($10.0M), and Timber Ridge ($10.5M). The town is anticipated to recover the
majority of spending on the Dobson Arena through reimbursements by the Vail Reinvestment
Authority until its expiration in 2030.
Into 2026, the town is projected to begin rebuilding its reserve balance. Non restricted reserves
in the General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Housing Fund, and RETT fund are projected to rise
from $27.6M at the end of 2025 to $36.8M at the end of 2026, an increase of $9.2M. This
increase is partially due a $6.2M transfer from the VRA for a partial repayment for Dobson.
The Town is projected to increase reserves by a net $1.7M due to Timber Ridge items in 2026.
2026 projections conservatively include a $22.7M inflow of proceeds from the sale of Timber
Ridge units, an amount to be anticipated if only 60% of Timber Ridge units only sell. In this
scenario, an additional $6.7M would be repaid in 2027, and the Town would receive additional
Timber Ridge units equivalent to the Town’s unrepaid investment in the project. It is possible
that the Town’s actual inflow of funds will be higher than this conservative projection, increasing
reserves further. Revenues also include is a $4.4M reimbursement to the Capital Projects Fund
for the land at Timber Ridge. The 2026 budget also includes $25.5M in spending for Timber
Ridge: $22.4M for unit purchases by the Town and a $3.0M contribution towards the Habitat for
Humanity affordable home ownership program.
Outside of these major projects, fund spending is largely covered by normal revenues streams
with the following exceptions: The Capital Projects Fund is projected to increase non-restricted
fund balance by $3.4M, while the RETT and Housing Funds are projected to utilize $1.8M and
$1.4M Respectively on one-time, non-routine projects. The Health Insurance Fund is projected
to utilize $707.0K in fund balance in order to stabilize premium costs for both the Town and
Employees.
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Internal Employee Housing Rental Fund
This fund accounts of the revenues and costs associated with the housing rental program for
internal Town of Vail employees. Employee rental revenues are committed by council towards
the following uses specific uses:
• Personnel costs associated with the Internal Employee Housing Rental program
• Operational costs of the program including utilities, turnover costs, administrative costs,
master leases, and maintenance
• Capital costs to support the program such as the purchase of new employee rental units,
major capital maintenance and improvements, or the acquisition of assets to support the
program
• Other miscellaneous costs associated with the Internal Employee Housing Rental
For 2026, total proposed rental revenue in the Internal Employee Housing Rental Fund is
$1.6M. This includes an estimate for rents at the newly acquired units at Timber Ridge. Total
proposed operational expenditures are $1.2M. Included is a $387.0K administrative fee to the
General Fund for staff’s time and resources from various departments including finance, human
resources, and facilities, and PW administration. The fund also includes capital expenditures of
$8.6M. $8.5M of this amount is for the acquisition of units at Timber Ridge for TOV employee
rental (funded by a transfer from the Capital Projects Fund), while $100.0K is place held for
capital maintenance of Town-owned units.
Heavy Equipment Fund
This is an internal services fund that manages the maintenance and repair of town vehicles and
equipment and the purchase of replacement vehicles other than buses and fire trucks. Costs
are charged back to the departments based on their use of the vehicles and equipment. The
Heavy Equipment Fund (HEF) includes approximately $1.4M to purchase replacement vehicles
and equipment in 2026. The vehicles are scheduled to be replaced at determined intervals
based on age and use. Funding for the HEF consists of internal charges to departments, as well
as costs recovered through the sale or trade-in of old equipment. The projected fund balance at
the end of 2026 is $2.6M.
Health Insurance Fund
This is an internal services fund that manages the town’s health insurance plans. Costs are
charged back to the town departments and employees through payroll deductions. 2026
proposed expenditures are $7.1M, up 4.3% from the prior year. The increases are largely due to
an increase of FTE count. Fund balance has remained relatively high in the past few years due
to better-than-expected claims experience. The 2026 proposed budget conservatively
anticipates use of reserves to stabilize annual cost increases to both departments and
employees. Projected fund balance is $3.7 million for the end of 2026.
Dispatch Services Fund
This is an enterprise fund that manages county-wide 911 emergency services. Revenues
include fees charged to the county-wide E911 board and participating agencies.
Staffing has continued to be the most significant issue for the dispatch center. The center
currently has 22 dispatchers and supervisors. Staff has observed ongoing staffing shortages,
excess overtime, a high turnover rate, and increased emergency call volume. In order to
Non-
restricted $141.9M $145.0M $151.7M $119.4M $38.6M $46.3M $53.1M $63.2M $61.5M $62.9M
OTHER FUNDS
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address this issue, staff is proposing to increase the number of dispatchers by six. The total cost
of these positions including associated operational costs is approximately $630.0K.
At the September 25th meeting of the E911 board, the board agreed to increase its contribution
to the center for dispatchers by 4.0 positions, from 12.25 to 16.25. This represents
approximately 64% of the total cost of the new positions and operational costs. The remaining
increase in cost is allocated to the participating agencies based on utilization of dispatch
services. The Town’s contribution towards these additional positions represents approximately
$69.0K.
Proposed total expenditures are $4.7M for 2026. No capital spending is proposed for 2026.
Fund balance is projected to be $2.0M at the end of 2025.
The proposed dispatch center budget is pending approval by participating agencies.
Residences at Main Vail Fund
The Residences at Main Vail Fund is an enterprise fund that manages the operations of the
Residences at Main Vail community housing rental project. Total revenue for the fund is
projected at $2.2M, with operating expenditures of $790.1K, and $1.2M of debt service
payments. The ending fund balance for 2026 is projected at $832.5K, of which $663.7K is not
restricted.
Timber Ridge Enterprise Fund
Timber Ridge is being developed into a new deed-restricted development with 294 studio to
four-bedroom homes. The total estimated cost of the project is $164.0M, with the developer
financing the majority of construction. The town is cash-funding $40.5M of the site work and
podium costs along with a new transit stop included in the 2025 budget. This amount is
expected to be repaid at the time of unit sales in 2026/2027, either through cash proceeds from
the sale of units, or the Town would receive additional Timber Ridge units equivalent to the
Town’s unrepaid investment in the project. The town will also be compensated for $10.5M of
land and historical costs (land at cost and repayment of current debt on Timber Ridge).
The 2026 budget includes revenues of $22.7M for proceeds from Timber Ridge unit sales. This
amount makes the conservative assumption that only 60% of units are sold, with 75% of the
cash being received in 2026. The remaining 25% of sale proceeds ($6.7M) would be repaid in
2027, and the Town would receive additional Timber Ridge units equivalent to the Town’s
unrepaid investment in the project.
The 2026 budget in the Timber Ridge fund includes $23.8M in expenditures, which represent a
$20.3M partial repayment of the interfund loan to the General Fund, and a $3.5M final
repayment to the historical loan owed to the Capital Projects Fund.
III. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL
Staff recommends that council approve Ordinance No. 24, Series of 2025 upon Second
Reading.
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REVENUE
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Major Revenue Analysis
2026 Proposed Budget
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Forecast Projection Comments
General Sales Tax 25,122,191 34,534,683 40,776,882 42,494,761 42,177,662 42,858,000 42,337,800 2025 Forecast: Remainder of year down (1.0)%; 2026: Down (1.2)% from 2025
Forecast
37%18%4%-1%2%-1%
Housing Sales Tax - - 4,954,438 5,075,762 5,110,306 5,207,040 5,141,000 2025 Forecast: Remainder of year down (1.0)%; 2026: Down (1.2)% from 2025
Forecast
100%2%1%2%-1%
RETT Tax 10,448,526 13,371,555 9,603,456 7,994,852 9,349,910 8,181,171 7,777,000 2025 forecast: Down 12.5% from 2024 actual; 2026 Budget: Down 5% from 2025
forecast
28%-28%-17%17%-13%-5%
Parking & Transportation Revenue 4,891,997 7,060,319 8,153,534 9,431,577 9,480,761 10,302,312 10,507,979 2026: Flat with 2025 Forecast plus adjustments for rate and pass price changes
44%15%16%1%9%2%
Property & Ownership Tax 5,941,704 6,016,105 6,041,413 6,077,562 8,104,077 8,083,644 8,299,526
2026: Based on information provided county assessor and changing assessment
rates; Residential Rate 6.25% a decrease from 6.7% in 2025; Commercial Rate 27%
down from 27.9% in 2025
1%0%1%33%0%3%
Lift Tax Revenue 4,095,812 5,518,980 6,473,618 6,536,433 6,745,551 6,880,462 6,949,266 2026: Up 1% from 2025 Forecast; VR pass sales down but offset with increase in
pass prices; pass product sales down 3% in units but dollar sales up 1%
35%17%1%3%2%1%
Construction Fees 1,855,654 2,716,819 1,734,230 1,833,118 2,458,626 2,348,956 2,382,094 2026: Based on three year average excluding large projects, and adjusted for updated
fee schedules
46%-36%6%34%-4%1%
Construction Use Tax 2,078,277 3,687,945 2,189,230 2,532,881 3,073,318 2,502,000 2,502,000 2026: Flat with 2025 budget/forecast (3-year average excluding large projects)
77%-41%16%21%-19%0%
Other Taxes 2,432,187 2,500,000 3,138,777 3,116,922 3,464,733 3,421,168 3,449,974 County sales tax (based on TOV sales tax), Road & Bridge, Hwy users revenue,
Tobacco tax, Holy Cross franchise fee to CPF
3%26%-1%11%-1%1%
Ongoing Federal / County Grants/State Grants 152,630 4,779,131 396,822 1,816,739 1,017,241 694,769 670,034 2026: Hope Center Grant ($377.0K); DUI Enforcement ($42.5K); Transit Operating
Grant ($250.5K)
3031%-92%358%-44%-32%-4%
Earnings on Investments 778,981 281,491 397,557 7,631,483 8,331,482 3,726,971 1,603,245 Based on available fund balance and investment returns conservatively assumed at
2.5%
-64%41%1820%9%-55%-57%
Rental Income 787,906 1,116,305 1,418,890 1,606,076 1,927,709 1,996,157 2,308,215 Includes increases for Timber Ridge employee unit rentals
42%27%13%20%4%16%
E911 and Interagency Dispatch 2,174,892 2,098,742 2,255,070 2,510,176 2,766,155 3,229,109 3,293,691 Funding by E911 Authority Board and participating agencies; 2023 increase due to
increase in operating costs; restart capital reserve fee
-4%7%11%10%17%2%
Vail Reinvestment Authority Transfers 1,809,400 7,410,723 2,291,996 1,856,724 2,425,270 15,484,572 6,242,691 Transfer of VRA fund balance (Repayment for Dobson until 2030)
310%-69%-19%31%538%-60%
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Major Revenue Analysis
2026 Proposed Budget
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Forecast Projection Comments
COVID Grants
American Rescue Grant 1,365,835
CRRSAA Transit Grant 1,789,613 1,789,612
CARES Transit Grant 1,507,242 229,274
CARES Grant - State share 976,868 91,167
Financing
Timber Ridge Debt Payment to TOV
PW Shops Debt Financing Proceeds 15,190,000
RMV Financing Proceeds 25,280,230
Other One-Time Significant Reimbursements
Lionsridge Land Sale 4,995,455
Timber Ridge Land Reimbursement from TR units
sales 4,399,500
Timber Ridge Unit Sale Proceeds 22,696,647
Transfer from VLMD 1,400,000
State Geothermal Grants 250,000 1,781,507
State and Federal Capital Bus Grant 680,000 3,997,317 154,100
State FASTER Transit Grant 1,624,065
State Mobility Grants 842,000
Four Seasons Housing Agreement 2,040,000
Community Real Estate Sales 1,054,110 1,251,730 385,169 389,902 1,075,000
Deed Restriction buyouts 675,000 685,400
Altus Settlement 1,000,000
Booth Heights EC Grant 5,000,000
Debt Financing 68,035,510
VHP Reimbursement for Southface predevelopment 4,464,816
VRD Dobson Contribution 3,400,000
HCE Underground Project 1,897,829
RETT Project Reimb 75,000 150,000
Total Significant One-Time Revenues 2,484,110 45,258,459 5,081,342 4,831,004 10,057,674 85,879,655 29,027,654
All Other Revenue 9,183,295 3,469,901 9,956,811 8,249,673 10,492,413 9,395,972 9,482,986 Includes project reimbursements, franchise fees, fines and forfeitures, employee
portion of healthcare premiums, administration fees from VLMD and RETT, and other
charges for service such as out of district fire response and PD contracted services.
-62%187%-17%27%-10%1%
Total Revenue 74,237,562 139,821,158 104,864,066 113,595,742 126,982,888 210,191,958 141,975,155
% compared to Prior Year 88%-25%-3%12%66%-32%
Total Revenue Excluding one-time items 69,944,052 87,151,976 97,490,728 106,908,014 114,499,944 108,827,731 106,704,810 2025 Down from 2024 due to investment earnings, construction use tax, sales
tax; 2026 down from 2025 due to investment earnings, RETT collections
25%12%10%7%-5%-2%
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EXPENDITURES
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Change from First Reading
2025 Proposed
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Notes
Revenue -1.2%1.7%2.0%2.7%2.0%
Local Taxes:42,858,000$ 42,337,800$ 43,037,000$ 43,898,000$ 45,104,013$ 46,006,000$
Sales Tax Split b/t Gen'l Fund & Capital Fund 62/38 62/38 62/38 62/38 62/38
Sales Tax 26,665,000 26,539,800 26,977,789 27,512,802 28,261,967 28,819,799
Property and Ownership 8,083,644 8,299,526 8,299,526 8,714,502 8,714,502 9,150,228
Ski Lift Tax 6,880,462 6,949,266 7,157,744 7,372,477 7,593,651 7,821,461
Franchise Fees, Penalties, and Other Taxes 1,871,036 1,871,663 1,927,813 1,985,647 2,045,216 2,106,573
Licenses & Permits 3,438,587 3,512,761 3,583,016 3,654,676 3,764,317 3,877,246
Intergovernmental Revenue 3,662,585 3,677,926 3,714,705 3,751,852 3,826,889 3,903,427
Transportation Centers 10,302,312 10,507,979 10,718,139 11,039,683 11,260,476 11,598,291
Charges for Services 1,615,682 1,990,877 2,050,603 2,112,121 2,175,485 2,240,749
Fines & Forfeitures 248,590 235,553 240,264 245,069 249,970 254,970
Earnings on Investments 2,000,000 1,057,245 1,141,123 1,265,016 1,344,948 1,406,352
Rental Revenue 747,564 808,219 824,383 840,871 857,688 874,842
Miscellaneous and Project Reimbursements 192,600 230,353 233,760 237,235 240,780 244,396
Total Revenue 65,708,063 65,681,166 66,868,864 68,731,950 70,335,889 72,298,332
0.0%1.8%2.8%2.3%2.8%
Expenditures
Salaries 30,828,466 32,237,878 33,366,204 34,367,190 35,398,206 36,460,152
Benefits 9,710,242 10,239,633 10,649,218 10,968,695 11,297,756 11,636,688
Subtotal Compensation and Benefits 40,538,708 42,477,511 44,015,422 45,335,885 46,695,962 48,096,841
4.8%3.6%3.0%3.0%3.0%
Contributions and Welcome Centers 816,551 359,451 370,235 381,342 392,782 404,565
Childcare Program Funding 529,583 529,583 540,175 550,978 561,998 573,238
All Other Operating Expenses 13,623,203 13,784,946 13,755,428 14,030,536 14,311,147 14,597,370 2% annual increase
Heavy Equipment Operating Charges 3,600,248 3,929,247 4,007,832 4,087,989 4,169,748 4,253,143
Heavy Equipment Replacement Charges 1,340,867 1,532,162 1,570,466 1,609,728 1,649,971 1,691,220
Dispatch Services 827,331 936,217 967,742 1,000,358 1,034,104 1,069,020
Total Expenditures 61,276,491 63,549,118 65,227,300 66,996,816 68,815,712 70,685,397
Surplus (Deficit) from Operations 4,431,572 2,132,049 1,641,565 1,735,134 1,520,177 1,612,935
TOWN OF VAIL 2026 PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
GENERAL FUND
3.0% annual increase
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Change from First Reading
2025 Proposed
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Notes
TOWN OF VAIL 2026 PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
GENERAL FUND
Transit Route & Operations Planning (19,680)
Destination Stewardship Mgmt. Plan (100,596)
Civic Area Master Plan (188,612) (25,000)
West Vail Master Plan (150,000) (25,000)
West Lionshead Master Plan (130,000)
Neighborhood Drainage Master Plan (350,000)
Housing Capacity Intitiatves (159,125)
Code Modernization Plan - (100,000)
Contingency (50,000)
Net Increase /(Decrease) due to One- Time Items: (1,148,013) (150,000) - - - -
Transfer (to)/from Marketing & Special Events Fund
Transfer (to)/from VLMD for Special Events (2,515,299) (2,667,500) (2,747,525) (2,802,476) (2,858,525) (2,915,696)
Transfer to Capital Projects Fund for Dobson Renovation (CPF
Loan)(8,000,000) 5,000,000 3,000,000
Transfer from RETT for Destination Stewardship -
Transfer (to) RETT for Destination Stewardship (70,010)
Transfer (to)/from Housing Fund (Communtiy TR Unit Purchases)(13,773,099) 4,300,592 5,063,930 4,408,577
Timber Ridge
Transfer to TR for Redevelopment (Loan to TR)(229,233) 20,344,829 $20.3M Loan for TR units
Surplus (Deficit) Net of Transfers and One-Time Items (7,530,983) 10,886,279 6,194,632 3,996,589 3,070,229 (1,302,761)
Beginning Fund Balance 53,700,860 46,169,876 57,056,155 63,250,787 67,247,376 70,317,605
Ending Fund Balance 46,169,876$ 57,056,155$ 63,250,787$ 67,247,376$ 70,317,605$ 69,014,844$
As % of Annual Revenues 70%87%95%98%100%95%
Reserved/Restrcited Fund Balances
Reserve Minimum Requirement (25% of Revenues)16,427,016 16,420,292 16,717,216 17,182,988 17,583,972 18,074,583
Parking Capital Reserve 6,230,000 8,230,000 10,230,000 12,230,000 14,230,000 16,230,000
Employee Homeownership Program (EHOP) Balance 2,121,907 2,121,907 2,121,907 2,121,907 2,121,907 2,121,907
Childcare Program Reserve funded by Tobacco Tax 2,032,179 2,032,179 2,032,179 2,032,179 2,032,179 2,032,179
Total Ending Reserved Fund Balances 26,811,102 28,804,378 31,101,302 33,567,074 35,968,058 38,458,669
Ending Fund Balance- Available 19,358,775$ 28,251,778$ 32,149,485$ 33,680,302$ 34,349,547$ 30,556,175$
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PERSONNEL
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Full Time Equivalents (FTEs)
2025 2026 Net
Mid-Year Proposed Annual Funding
Adjustment Adjustment Change Source Comments
Full-Time Regular Positions
Bus Drivers - 2025 Summer Service 8.00 - 8.00 Convert 8 seasonal positions to year-round with expanded Summer service
Executive Administrative Assistant (1.00) - (1.00) Executive Admin Assistant position eliminated in Restructuring
Deputy Court Clerk (0.50) - (0.50) Deputy Court Clerk Position eliminated in Restructuring
Library Collections Development 1.00 - 1.00 New Library Position (Utilizing decreases in other positions)
Library Circulation Associate (Tech Svcs)1.00 - 1.00 New Library Position (Utilizing decreases in other positions)
Library Circulation Associate (Tech Svcs)1.00 - 1.00 New Library Position (Utilizing decreases in other positions)
Library Circulation Associate (Tech Svcs)0.20 - 0.20 Upgrade position budgeted at 32 hrs/week
Environmental Admin Assistant (0.50) - (0.50)
Half FTE for Environmental Administrative Assistance moved to Part-time due to
position restructuring
Bus Drivers
- 5.00 5.00 SB230 Grant (80%)
Pending council decision on service enhancement and level of grant acceptance -
To be revisited in 1st Supplemental of 2026 (Revenues and expenditures not
yet included in budget )
Fleet Mechanic
- 1.00 1.00 SB230 Grant (80%)
Pending council decision on service enhancement and level of grant acceptance -
To be revisited in 1st Supplemental o f 2026 (Revenues and expenditures not
yet included in budget )
Firefighters - 2.00 2.00 Additional Firefighters to achieve standardized shift staffing levels (2.0 FTE)
Wildfire Mitigation Specialist - 1.00 1.00 Combine two seasonal 0.5 FTE positions into year-round 1.0 FTE position
Peace Officers
- 4.00 4.00
Increased Chain & Frontage Road
(AVIS) Speed Enforcement
(100%)
Contingent on verification of additional revenue received through expanded
enforcement; To be revisited in First Supplemental (Revenues and
expenditures not yet included in budget )
Senior Accountant - 1.00 1.00
Revenue collection fees (Internal
Revenue)Accommodate increased workload from additional debt, funds, and regulations
Building Maintenance Specialist Lead - 1.00 1.00
Internal Employee Housing Rental
Collections (100%)
Accommodate increased workload resulting from continuing acquisition of
internal employee housing units
911 Dispatchers - 6.00 6.00
E911 Board (64%); Outside
Agency Contributions (25%)Address ongoing staffing shortages, excess overtime, and high turnover rate
Total Full-Time Regular Positions:9.20 21.00 30.20
Seasonal Positions
Municipal Judge (0.43) - (0.43) Recognized as Contract Employee
Bus Drivers (Winter)(3.04) - (3.04) Convert 8 seasonal positions to year-round with expanded Summer service
Parking Pass Sales Technician (Summer)0.54 (0.54) -
Added upon approval of Summer paid parking program; Determined to not be
needed; Repurpose towards Senior Accountant position
Part-Time Library Associates (1.06) - (1.06) Eliminate three part-time Library position; Utilize towards FT positions
Environmental Admin Assistant 0.50 - 0.50
Half FTE for Environmental Administrative Assistance moved to Part-time due to
position restructuring
Clerk/TM Administrative Support (0.10) 0.50 0.40
Staff is requesting to bring back a part time position to help with volume of
workload and backup critical positions in Court and Clerk functions.
Wildfire / Forest Health Crew Members - (1.00) (1.00) Combine two seasonal 0.5 FTE positions into year-round 1.0 FTE position
AIPP Program Assistant - 0.50 0.50 Logan Family Donation (100%)Staffing to accommodate programming at new Ford Park Art Studio
Total Seasonal Positions:(3.59) (0.54) (4.13)
Total Changes to FTE Count:5.61 20.46 26.07
TOWN OF VAIL 2026 BUDGET
SUMMARY OF CHANGES IN PERSONNEL
FROM 2025 ORIGINAL BUDGET TO 2026 BUDGET
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Positions
Department 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 Change
Full-Time Regular Positions - Funded by TOV
Town Officials 3.43 3.43 4.43 3.43 3.43 3.43 3.43 3.43 3.00 3.00 0.00
Administrative Services 29.60 29.60 29.60 32.60 34.30 34.30 35.30 36.30 37.30 36.80 (0.50)
Executive Admin Assistant position adjust to part-time in restructuring (-1.0); Eliminate deputy court
clerk position (-0.5); Senior Accountant (1.0)
Community Development 12.00 13.00 11.50 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00 0.00
Housing 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 3.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 0.00
Environmental Sustainability 0.00 0.00 3.00 4.00 4.25 4.25 4.50 4.50 4.50 4.00 (0.50)
Half FTE for Environmental Administrative Assistance moved to Part-tIme due to position
restructuring (-0.5)
Fire 30.50 36.50 37.50 38.00 38.00 39.80 39.80 40.80 42.30 45.30 3.00
Additional Firefighters to achieve standardized shift staffing levels (2.0 FTE); Wildfire Mitigation
Specialist position converted from two seasonal wildland positions (1.0)
Police and Communications 56.25 57.25 57.75 57.75 58.00 58.00 58.00 59.00 59.00 67.00 8.00
Parking Enforcement transitioned to PD (2.0); Additional Peace Officers for chain-up enforcement
and AVIS Ticketing support (4.0) - Funds will not be budgeted until supplemental after additional
revenue is verified ; Additional dispatchers funded by participating agencies (2.0)
Library 6.55 6.55 6.55 6.55 6.55 6.60 6.60 6.60 6.60 9.80 3.20 Library Associates (2.0); Collections Development (1.0); Upgrade Tech Svcs position to FT (0.2)
Public Works, Streets & Roads, Landscaping 40.80 41.80 43.30 44.30 44.30 48.30 48.75 48.75 48.75 48.75 0.00
Transportation & Parking 47.00 47.00 47.50 47.50 47.50 66.50 66.50 67.50 68.50 79.50 11.00
Parking Enforcement transitioned to PD (-2.0); Convert 8 seasonal bus driver positions to year-round
with expanded Summer service (8.0); 5 New drivers for expanded service levels - 80% funded by
grant (5.0)
Fleet Maintenance 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00 11.75 11.75 11.75 12.75 1.00 Fleet maintenance specialist - 80% funded by bus service grant (1.0)
Facility Maintenance 17.00 17.00 17.00 17.00 17.00 17.00 17.00 17.00 17.00 18.00 1.00
Facility Maintenance Specialist Lead for additional support of internal employee housing units (1.0
FTE)
Total Full-Time Regular/Modified Full-Time 257.13 266.13 272.13 277.13 280.33 306.18 307.63 311.63 314.70 340.90 26.20
Fixed Term Employees
Administrative Services 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Community Development 1.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Police and Communications 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Public Works, Streets & Roads, Landscaping 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Capital Projects 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Document Imaging 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Total Fixed-Term 3.00 2.00 1.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Externally Funded Employees
Police and Communications 8.00 8.00 9.00 9.00 9.00 9.00 9.00 9.00 9.00 13.00 4.00 Additional dispatchers funded by E911 Board (4.0)
Total Externally Funded 8.00 8.00 9.00 9.00 9.00 9.00 9.00 9.00 9.00 13.00 4.00
Total Full-Time Employees 268.13 276.13 282.13 288.13 291.33 317.18 318.63 322.63 325.70 355.90 30.20
TEN-YEAR SUMMARY OF BUDGETED POSITIONS BY DEPARTMENT
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TEN-YEAR SUMMARY OF BUDGETED POSITIONS BY DEPARTMENT
Seasonal Positions - Funded by TOV
Town Officials 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.43 0.00 (0.43)
Municipal Judge Recognized as Contract Employee
(-0.43)
Administrative Services 2.29 2.29 2.29 2.20 2.20 2.20 1.70 2.00 2.30 2.70 0.40 Part-time administrative support (0.4)
Community Development 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Environmental Sustainability 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.50 0.50
Half FTE for Environmental Administrative Assistance moved to Part-tIme due to position
restructuring (0.5)
Fire 9.00 3.00 2.50 2.50 2.50 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 2.00 (1.00)Two seasonal wildland positions converted to FT Wildland Mitigation Specialist (1.0)
Police and Communications 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Library 2.40 2.40 2.40 2.40 2.40 3.03 3.03 3.03 3.03 1.97 (1.06)Decrease part-time FTE to accommodate full-time increases (-1.06)
Public Works/ Streets & Roads/Landscaping 8.66 8.66 9.16 9.16 11.16 9.16 9.16 9.16 9.16 9.66 0.50 Art Programming Assistnat (0.5)
Transportation & Parking 19.00 20.52 20.52 25.96 25.96 10.10 10.56 10.10 10.10 7.06 (3.04)Convert 8 seasonal bus driver positions to year-round with expanded Summer service (-3.04)
Fleet Maintenance 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Facility Maintenance 0.92 0.92 0.92 0.92 0.92 0.92 0.92 0.92 0.92 0.92 0.00
Total Seasonal / Part-Time 42.27 37.79 37.79 43.14 45.14 28.41 28.37 28.21 28.94 24.81 (4.13)
All FTE's (Full-Time Equivalents)
Town Officials 3.43 3.43 4.43 3.43 3.43 3.43 3.43 3.43 3.43 3.00 (0.43)
Administrative Services 32.89 32.89 32.89 35.80 37.50 37.50 38.00 39.30 40.60 40.50 (0.10)
Community Development 13.00 14.00 11.50 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00 0.00
Housing 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 3.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 0.00
Environmental Sustainability 0.00 0.00 3.00 4.00 4.25 4.25 4.50 4.50 4.50 4.50 0.00
Fire 39.50 39.50 40.00 40.50 40.50 42.80 42.80 43.80 45.30 47.30 2.00
Admin 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Patrol 28.00 28.00 29.00 29.00 29.00 29.00 29.00 29.00 29.00 35.00 6.00
Investigation 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 0.00
Records 4.25 4.25 4.75 4.75 5.00 5.00 5.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 0.00
Dispatch 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 31.00 6.00
Police and Dispatch Total 65.25 65.25 66.75 66.75 67.00 67.00 67.00 68.00 68.00 80.00 12.00
Library 8.95 8.95 8.95 8.95 8.95 9.63 9.63 9.63 9.63 11.77 2.14
Public Works, Streets & Roads 49.46 50.46 52.46 53.46 55.46 57.46 57.91 57.91 57.91 58.41 0.50
Transportation & Parking 66.00 67.52 68.02 73.46 73.46 76.60 77.06 77.60 78.60 86.56 7.96
Fleet Maintenance 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00 11.75 11.75 11.75 12.75 1.00
Facility Maintenance 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 18.92 1.00
Capital Projects / Fixed Term 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Total FTE's 310.40 313.92 319.92 331.27 336.47 345.59 347.00 350.84 354.64 380.71 26.07
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2025 2026 Proposed
Budget % Salary Budget % Salary
Full-Time Regular Employees
Fee Based
Health Insurance 4,069,068 13.53%4,596,386 15.29%
Group Term Life, Disability & Accidental Death 373,068 1.24%336,346 1.12%
Lifestyle & Wellness Benefit 375,000 1.25%380,000 1.26%
Sworn Officer Death and Disability Insurance 273,108 0.91%266,805 0.89%
Subtotal Fee Based 5,090,244 16.93%5,579,537 18.56%
Payroll Based
Pension Contribution 4,981,772 16.57%5,431,546 18.07%
Medicare 460,678 1.53%501,130 1.67%
Workers' Compensation Insurance 295,320 0.98%295,797 0.98%
Unemployment Compensation Insurance 71,883 0.24%75,477 0.25%
Subtotal Payroll Based 5,809,653 19.32%6,303,951 20.97%
Total Full-Time Benefits 10,899,897 36.25%11,883,488 39.53%
Part-Time and Seasonal Employees
Fee Based
Lifestyle, Ski Pass & Wellness Benefit 50,000 2.58%40,000 2.06%
Health Insurance 295,932 15.27%281,074 14.51%
Payroll Based
Pension Contribution 32,087 1.66%31,188 1.61%
Medicare 31,018 1.60%26,293 1.36%
Workers' Compensation Insurance 29,000 1.50%30,000 1.55%
Unemployment Compensation Insurance 8,557 0.44%8,557 0.44%
Disability 3,100 0.16%3,100 0.16%
Subtotal Payroll Based 103,762 5.36%99,138 5.12%
Total Part-Time and Seasonal Benefits 449,694 21.18%420,212 23.17%
Total Benefits - All Employees 11,349,591 33.56%12,303,700 33.83%
Town of Vail
Employee Benefits
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CONTRIBUTIONS
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Town of Vail
2026 Council Contribution Requests
2026 Requested 2026 Staff Reccomended
Requested
Increase/Staff
(Decrease)Recommended
Fund from 2025 Cash
Town of Vail Partner Organizations
A
Colorado Snowsports Museum programming GF 49,231 158,836 50,000 769 Two Business Premier and One Employee Plus parking passes
($6,750 value) and a waiver of rent ($159,173 value)165,923 49,231 165,073
B
Betty Ford Alpine Garden: Operating RETT 80,779 1,850 125,000 44,221 1 employee plus pass ($1,950) and 2 year round designated
parking spots in Ford Park 1,950 80,779 1,850
C Eagle River Coalition (FKA Eagle River Watershed Council)RETT 42,000 - 42,000 - - 42,000 -
D High Five Access Media (TV5)GF 152,000 - 152,000 - - 152,000 -
E Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance RETT 22,500 - 52,500 30,000 1 event usage of Donovan Pavilion ($5,850 weekday rate) and
250 parking vouchers for Vail Oktoberfest ($2,500)8,350 52,500 5,850
Subtotal - Town of Vail Partner Organizations 346,510 160,686 421,500 65,335 176,223 376,510 172,773
Health and Human Services Organizations
F TreeTop Child Advocacy Center GF 5,000 - 10,000 5,000 - 5,000 -
G Eagle Valley Community Foundation GF 50,000 - 50,000 - - 50,000 -
H Castle Lodge Toy Store GF 2,000 - 2,000 - - 2,000 -
J Vail Valley Charitable Foundation GF 8,000 - 10,000 2,000 - 8,000 -
K Eagle Valley Child Care Association (Funded by Tobacco Tax) GF - - 149,194 149,194 - 149,194 -
Subtotal - Health and Human Services Organizations 72,000 - 221,194 149,194 - 214,194 -
Other Organizations
L The Cycle Effect GF - - 10,000 10,000 - 5,300 -
M Battle Mountain High School Project Graducation GF 2,000 - 2,500 2,500 - 2,000 -
Subtotal - Other Organizations 2,000 - 12,500 12,500 - 7,300 -
IN KIND ONLY REQUESTS
N
Small Champions, Inc. (9 off-peak Sundays Dec-Mar)- 2,800 - -
75 parking vouchers to be used on 9 off-peak Sundays, 9 days
usage fo the Lionshead Welcome Center, and 20 Summer Parking
Vouchers
3,950 - 3,700
O Vail Mountaineer Hockey Club - - - - 14 days use of Dobson 39,900 - -
P Skating Club of Vail - - - - Requesting ice time to support competition AND/OR ice show
(spring)28,500 - -
Q
Special Olympics (Sundays Jan 2 - End of Ski Season)- 2,240 - - 56 parking passes at Lionshead parking structure ($50/day,
$2,800 total)2,800 - 2,800
R Foresight Adventure Guides for the Blind - 3,700 - - Two employee plus passes ($3,900 value)3,900 - 3,700
S SOS Outreach - 1,000 - - 25 parking vouchers ($50/day, $1,250)1,250 - 1,250
T Vail Mountain School - - - - Donovan Pavilion Rental for 2026 year ($5,850 weekday rate) and
10 Parking Vouchers ($50/day, $500)10,850 - -
U Vail Valley Foundation - - - - Birds of Prey bus usage w/ drivers (2 busses for 4 days @ 10
hours per day)8,240 - 8,240
Subtotal - In-Kind Only - 9,740 - - 99,390.00 - 19,690
Grand Total 420,510 170,426 655,194 227,029 275,613 598,004 192,463
In-Kind Value
of Request
Cash
Request In-Kind Request
In-Kind Value of
Staff
Recommendation
Cash
Value of In-
Kind
Contribution
2025 Council Approved
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2026 Council Contributions: Staff Recommendations
Contribution Policy Overview: The Town’s grant process supports charitable organizations
that serve Vail employees, guests, and citizens by investing in local programs and initiatives that
align with the town’s strategic plan and that can demonstrate how they can impact the Vail
community. The grant process was created to fairly, equitably and constantly provide funds and
in-kind services to the community.
TOWN OF VAIL PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS
This category funds programs of services/expertise that the town does not already provide,
supports the TOV physical plant, and is appropriate for governmental support to an approved
list of Town of Vail partners which includes Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, Eagle River Coalition,
High Five Access Media, and Colorado Ski Museum.
A. Colorado Snowsports Museum
CASH REQUEST (Programming): $50,000 (up $769 or 1.6% from 2025 approved request)
INKIND REQUEST: Waive rent valued at $159,173 and provide 2 Business Premier and 1
Employee Plus parking passes valued at $6,750
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Colorado Snowsports Museum and Hall of Fame is
requesting a total cash contribution of $50,000. This contribution will be used to support the
museum’s ongoing programming, including marketing the museum, continuing to provide free
admission for visitors, and maintaining exhibits.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends funding the in-kind request based on the lease terms and 3 of the 3 parking
passes requested (totaling $165,973). The passes will include two employee-plus passes, and one
business premier pass, consistent with prior years.
Staff also recommends a cash contribution of $49,231, flat with the prior year. Staff recommends
that this is specifically used towards maintaining and updating exhibits and providing programming
for visitors.
B. Betty Ford Alpine Gardens (BFAG)
CASH REQUEST (Programming): $125,000 ($44,221 or 55% increase from 2025 approved
request).
INKIND REQUEST: 2 designated parking spots at Ford Park and 1 employee plus pass ($1,950);
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Betty Ford Alpine Garden’s is requesting a cash
contribution of $125,000 for their garden care, education program, and ongoing garden
improvements. The $125,000 request is approximately 5% of the total budget for this program.
This request is a $44,221 or 55% increase over the prior year contribution due to a proposed
garden expansion and the hiring of a full-time seasonal horticulture position. The additional
funding is proposed to be used across three categories with 78% going to seasonal horticulture
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staff ($97,500), 20% going to plants and materials ($25,000) and 2% going to volunteer program
support ($2,500).
The Gardens has proposed to begin taking care of all Ford Park landscaping as well as
removing turf and extending the Garden footprint in line with the new Ford Park Master Plan.
This expansion is proposed to include the following areas: The Nature Center Bridge the garden
area opposite the Pollinator Garden, the gardens between the Education Center and Gore
Creek Trail, and the area above the basketball court. The Ford Park Advisory Group is also in
discussion about other Ford Park improvements that may also involve BFAG, such as a new
east entry experience.
In addition to the contribution amount requested, the Town of Vail pays the cost of the water for
BFAG. The annual cost of this totals approximately $25,500 annually.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends a cash contribution of $80,779, flat with the prior year, to go towards the
Garden Care and Upkeep Program.
Staff recommends revisiting the request for an increase related to garden expansion in the
future, based on further planning and recommendations of the Ford Park Advisory group. Any
increase would be reflected in a 2026 supplemental budget.
Staff also recommends in-kind funding for 2 designated parking spots at Ford Park and 1
employee plus parking pass (valued at $1,950). The town will also continue to fund annual
water expenditures for the gardens. The cash contribution is funded by Real Estate Transfer
Tax Fund.
C. Eagle River Coalition (FKA Eagle River Watershed Council)
CASH REQUEST (Programming): $42,000, Flat with the 2025 request and awarded funds.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Eagle River Coalition’s mission is to protect and conserve
our watershed both now and into the future. The Eagle River Coalition is requesting a cash
contribution of $42,000 to fund water quality monitoring, community education, and river restoration
projects. Specifically, the contribution will be used towards the 2026 Community Pride Highway
Cleanup ($3,500); the 2026 Eagle River Cleanup ($3,500); Sediment-Source & Bio-Monitoring of
Gore/Black Gore Creeks ($8,000); Water Quality Monitoring & Assessment Program ($16,000);
Gore Creek Strategic Action Plan Initiatives ($8,000); Community Water Plan Implementation
($3,000). This request is consistent with prior year.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends funding of $42,000, flat with the prior year. This
contribution is funded by the Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund.
D. High Five Access Media
CASH REQUEST: 50% of Comcast franchise fees or approximately $152,000, flat with prior years
request.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: High Five Access Media is requesting $152,000 (or 50%) of
franchise fees the Town of Vail receives annually from Comcast, based on terms of the Comcast
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franchise agreement with the town. The cash funding allows High Five to offer free and low-cost
workshops in video production, editing, broadcasting and related topics to residents of all ages. It
helps maintain their state-of-the-art library of equipment, which is available for community use.
Funds also support the production and distribution of local government meetings, nonprofit features,
youth programming, and cultural events, fostering civic engagement and local storytelling.
Additionally, grant support enables them to employ skilled staff who mentor producers, manage
facilities, and develop innovative educational content.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends funding of approximately $152,000 (or 50%)
of the estimated franchise fees the Town receives annually from Comcast, consistent with the
prior year.
E. Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance (VVMTA)
CASH REQUEST: $52,500, up $30,000 or 233% from 2025 contributions.
INKIND REQUEST: 1 Usage of Donovan Pavilion ($5,850 weekday rate) and 250 Parking
Vouchers for volunteers at Vail Oktoberfest ($2,500).
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance is requesting
$52,500. Of this amount, $22,500 of the total request will be used to continue funding three
programs: Adopt a Trail, Wildlife Trail Ambassador, and Trail Conservation Crew. These
programs focus on trail maintenance, protecting wildlife closures, designating campsites and
closing illegal campsites, communicating fire restrictions, educating trail users, removing
garbage, and the overall mitigation of impact on the town’s trails. VVMTA intends to expand its
Trail Conservation Crew to include two additional seasonal staff members.
An additional $30,000 of the total requested funds are proposed to be used to support their new
Stewardship Crew in 2026. The Stewardship Crew will have 4-6 members and will be used to
ensure Front Country Ranger tasks are being performed since US Forest Service budgets and
staff are being reduced broadly, and the continuation of the Front Country Ranger program is
uncertain. The stewardship crew will operate regardless of the status of the Front Country
Ranger program. A $300K grant from GOCO has been awarded towards this stewardship crew
for 2026 – 2027, with $150K allocated to each year. These tasks include trailhead management
and cleanup, toilet cleanup and maintenance, dispersed camping management, fire restriction
education and enforcement, and other public lands management. The total estimated cost of the
stewardship crew is $250.0K for 2026. Funding for the Stewardship Crew would support crew
wages ($25.0K) and operations/supplies ($5.0K). VVMTA is also requesting funds for this crew
from Eagle County, Avon, Eagle, Minturn, and Gypsum.
In addition to the cash contributions requested, the VVMTA is requesting in-kind usage of the
Donovan Pavilion to hold an education, engagement, and volunteer recruitment event. The
VVMTA is also requesting 250 parking vouchers would be used for volunteer parking for Vail
Oktoberfest. Volunteers at Vail Oktoberfest support the event through checking ID’s, wrist
banding, and providing bartending services.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends a contribution of $22,500, flat with the awarded funds in
the prior year, to be used for the Adopt a Trail, the Wildlife Trail Ambassador, and the Trail
Conservation Crew programs to be used on trails that border or are within the Town of Vail. Staff
defers to the Town Council regarding the funding request for the new Stewardship Crew. In
accordance with a conservative budget philosophy, the full $30,000 request has been included in
the RETT fund budget. At the request of Council, the contribution to the Stewardship Crew is
proposed to be funded at $30,000, contingent upon VVMTA receiving contributions totaling
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at least $30,000 from other local municipalities or private donors.
Additionally, staff recommends approving the requested usage of Donovan Pavilion on a weekday
(Mon-Fri) only, valued at $5,850. Staff recommends no parking vouchers to be awarded for
volunteers at the Vail Oktoberfest.
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATION REQUESTS
Organizations that support a healthy and resilient community by supporting a comprehensive
system of accessible mental and physical health care, human services, and community
resources.
F. TreeTop Child Advocacy Center
CASH REQUEST: $10,000 to support the TreeTop Child Advocacy Center Mobile Forensic
Interviewing program.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: TreeTop Child Advocacy is a non-profit organization that provides
support services for child victims of abuse, including forensic interviews for child victims within the
5th judicial district. This includes Eagle, Lake, Summit, and Clear Creek counties. The requested
amount of $10,000 would support TreeTop’s mobile unit. The mobile unit provides trauma-informed
care directly to children and families in rural areas of Eagle County-removing transportation barriers
that often prevent access to critical services. This funding would help cover staffing costs for a
specialized team, including a forensic interviewer, child and family advocate, and mental health
professional, who provide child-led assessments in a safe, mobile environment. It would also
support essential equipment and supplies for the unit, such as secure recording devices, comfort
items like toys and books, and connectivity tools to ensure high-quality care and documentation.
Additionally, funds would help ensure families receive coordinated follow-up services. This program
was previously supported by Federal Funds and is no longer being financially supported on the
federal level.
In 2025, the Town of Vail contributed $5,000 towards the cost of the mobile interviewing device that
allows for remote forensic interviews.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends contributing $5,000 towards the Mobile Forensic
Interviewing program, flat with funds awarded in the prior year towards the mobile interviewing
device.
G. Eagle Valley Community Foundation (EVCF)
CASH REQUEST: $50,000, for the purchase of food for The Community Market program.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: EVCF's mission is to provide access to programs and resources
that support wellness, healthy food access, and other essential community needs while embracing
individual dignity and a commitment to sustainability and quality.
The $50,000 contribution would go towards purchasing food for The Community Market, with a
priority on local purchasing from Western Slope farms and ranches. In 2024, The Community
Market (TCM) served over 14,000 individuals each month, distributing more than 1.64 million
pounds of nutritious food to residents across the valley. In 2025, that number has risen to 16,000
individuals a month showing the growing need in our community. TCM aims to provide a dignified
customer experience, promoting healthy diets and improving the overall health and environment of
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community residents. The program aims to remove stigma around food access, educating
customers about sustainable food systems. TCM offers free, nutrient-rich food via storefront
markets and mobile pantries featuring local produce, meat, dairy, and groceries. TCM prevents food
waste through food recovery from restaurants, grocers, farms, and distributors, creating a
sustainable, community-driven food system.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends contributing $50,000 to the Eagle Valley Community Foundation to go
towards the purchase food for the community market, consistent with the prior year. The
$50,000 represents approximately 1.7% of the total 2025 Community Market budget.
H. Castle Lodge #122 Toy Store
CASH REQUEST: $2,000, Flat with the 2025 awarded funds.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Masonic toy store supports working families in our
mountain resort community and fosters lasting community involvement and benefits by ensuring
that all children, regardless of their family's economic status, can experience the joy of the
holiday season by providing toys and gift cards to local families in need. In 2024, the Toy Store
served 515 kids directly and approximately 155 more indirectly. The Toy Store engages with
the community to drive participation through in-person contacts, school administrators, and
previous years’ visitors. All contributions go directly to the purchase of toys and gift cards and
will not be used for administrative purposes. The Town of Eagle and Town of Gypsum also
sponsor this event.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends a $2,000 contribution to Castle Lodge Toy Store for the purchase of toys and
gift cards. This is consistent with prior years’ contributions. At the request of Council, this
contribution will be contingent upon a matching contribution from the Town of Avon.
J. Vail Valley Charitable Fund (VVCF)
CASH REQUEST: $10,000 to be used for direct aid to locals ($5,000), the Eagle County Smiles
children’s dental program ($2,500), and the Eagle County Grins adult dental program ($2,500).
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: VVCF provides direct aid up to $7,500 annually to locals
facing financial burdens due to medical crises or long-term illness. Since 1996, direct aid has
helped over 2,200 families with over $9.7 million of support for basic living expenses while
suffering a medical crisis or long-term illness. In 2006, VVCF formed Eagle County Smiles, a
dental program serving children. In 2021, an adult dental program called Eagle County Grins
was added with the help of Dr. Maddy Moses of Elevated Dental. In 2024, 21 of the 83 people
who the VVCF distributed direct aid to lived or worked in the Town of Vail. A total of $75,617
was distributed to Town of Vail residents or workers.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends an $8,000 contribution to the Vail Valley Charitable Fund to support the direct
aid to locals ($4,000), Eagle County Grins ($2,000), and Eagle County Smiles ($2,000),
consistent with the prior year. These funds are to be allocated to those who live or work in Vail.
This is approximately 1% of annual program costs.
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K. Eagle Valley Child Care Association
CASH REQUEST: $149,194 to be used for playground repair and remodel at the Vail Child Care
Center.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The mission of Eagle Valley Child Care Association is to provide
high-quality early learning programs to the children of Eagle County by: Providing a
developmentally appropriate, discovery-based learning environment that meets the needs of every
child's healthy cognitive, language, motor, social and emotional development; Providing supportive
parenting guidance to every family enrolled in our programs; and Providing the business community
with a way to assure quality care for their employees through the Business Partner program. The
requested funds would be used to elevate the playground area and install new playground
equipment at the Vail Child Care Center. The playground improvements will significantly enhance
the experience for families who rely on our child care services, including many local workers and
residents. A safer, more functional, and engaging outdoor space supports early childhood
development and encourages active play, which benefits the well-being of local children and their
families.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends a contribution of $149,194 to fund the playground
repair and remodel at the Vail Child Care Center. This contribution would be funded by the Tobacco
Tax.
COMMUNITY NON-PROFIT GRANTS
Organizations outside of the Health and Human Services, Cultural Heritage category, or
Childcare category that provide services/expertise that the town does not already provide,
supports the TOV physical plant, and are appropriate for governmental support.
L. The Cycle Effect
CASH REQUEST: $10,000 to support the Eagle County Girls Mountain Bike Mentorship Program
and Mujeres y Pedales Program. This is The Cycle Effect’s first application for funds.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Cycle Effect's mission is to empower young women through
mountain biking to create brighter futures and build stronger communities. The Cycle Effect (TCE)
specifically focuses on empowering young women from underrepresented backgrounds. Of the
requested $10,000, $7,500 would be used to support the Eagle County Girls Mountain Bike
Mentorship Program (ages 10-18), and $2,500 would be used to support the Mujeres y Pedales
Programs (ages 18+). The funds would be used directly towards transportation, bikes and
equipment, bilingual coaching, program materials, and community events. These initiatives promote
physical and mental health, instill leadership skills, and encourage community engagement, fulfilling
the Town Council's mission of providing exceptional recreational and educational opportunities.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends a contribution of $5,300, approximately 1% of
The Cycle Effect’s annual budget.
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M. Battle Mountain High School Project Graduation
CASH REQUEST: $2,500
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Battle Mountain High School Project Graduation (organized
through the Education Foundation of Eagle County) is requesting $2,500 towards the 2026 Project
Graduation event. The annual event is held at Mountain Recreation’s Edwards Fieldhouse. The
goals of the event are the following:
• To provide a safe, drug and alcohol-free celebration to Battle Mountain High School seniors.
• To do so in a compelling and fun environment, which is desirable and incentivizes students
to attend.
• To create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all BMHS graduating students to
attend the celebration across all demographics, socio-economic groups, and social cliques.
• To protect students, and the community at large, on an evening where teens have a
statistically higher risk of engaging in high-risk activities such as drinking and driving.
This event costs $15,000 to $20,000 each year. The organization is looking to increase funding in
order to make the event free for students to attend and to increase the quantity and quality of
giveaways at the event.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends a contribution of $2,000, consistent with the
funds awarded in the prior year
IN KIND REQUESTS
N. Small Champions, Inc.
INKIND REQUEST: 75 parking vouchers to use on nine off peak Sundays during 2025-2026 ski
season, valued at $3,750 (an increase of 5 parking vouchers from the 70 awarded for the 2024-
2025 season); and use of the Lionshead Welcome Center as a drop off and pick-up location on
those nine Sundays, flat from the 2024-2025 season. Additionally, 20 summer parking vouchers are
requested to be used on 3 days of Small Champions Adventure Ridge outings (held midweek in
July and August) valued at $200.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Small Champions is requesting an in-kind contribution of 75
parking passes and 9 days usage of the Lionshead Welcome Center to support their ski days for
special needs children this winter. Additionally, Small Champions is requesting 20 summer parking
vouchers to support three Adventure Ridge outings with special needs children in the coming
summer.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends in-kind funding of 70 winter parking vouchers (of
the 75 requested) to be used on nine winter Sundays, valued at $3,500, and 20 summer parking
vouchers for the adventure ridge outings, valued at $200. Staff also recommends the use of the
Welcome Center as a drop-off and pick-up location for those nine Sundays.
O. Vail Mountaineer Hockey Club
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Vail Mountaineer Hockey Club is requesting in-kind
funding for 14 days at Dobson ice arena for the Sportsmanship Tournament (12 days) and
Avalanche Alumni Weekend (2 days) valued at approximately $39,900. The tentative dates for
the 2026 tournament are October 23rd to 25th or October 30th to November 1st and the first three
weekends of November. The Avalanche Alumni Weekend will take place in September.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Dobson Arena renovation is anticipated to continue through the
Fall of 2026. Staff recommends revisiting this request next year, when more is known about the
actual construction timeline and relevant policy updates.
P. Skating Club of Vail
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Skating Club of Vail has requested in-kind funding of 10 days
use of ice space/Dobson valued at $28,500. Five days are requested for the annual Ice Show in the
Spring, and five days are requested for the Vail Invitational Skating Competition in the Summer.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Dobson Arena renovation is anticipated to continue through the
Spring and Summer of 2026. Staff recommends revisiting this request next year, when more is
known about the actual construction timeline and relevant policy updates.
Q. Special Olympics
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Special Olympics is requesting an in-kind contribution of 56
parking vouchers valued at $2,800 to be used on each Sunday of training starting January 4th
during the 2025-2026 ski season at either the Lionshead or Village Parking Structures.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends in-kind funding consistent with the prior by
providing 56 parking vouchers with one-time Winter season entry/exit coupons valued at $2,800.
R. Foresight Adventure Guides for the Blind
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Foresight Adventure Guides for the Blind (Formerly Foresight Ski
Guides) is requesting two premier passes (or, if not available, employee plus) parking passes
(valued at $11,000) for the 2025 - 2026 ski season. Foresight provides parking to volunteer guides,
half of which drive from Denver who need to be parked and ready to meet their visually impaired
participants by 8:30am. These passes would also occasionally be used by chaperones/companions
of the visually impaired skiers who drove the skier to Vail. Additionally, the passes may be used by
the Executive Director while managing the program at Golden Peak. Local guides usually take
public transportation and/or carpool. Foresight provides challenging recreation opportunities to
visually impaired participants (adults and children) and guides.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends providing two employee plus passes as was
approved in the past several years (valued at $3,900).
S. SOS Outreach – The Vail Valley Dream Ski Team
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: SOS Outreach is requesting 25 parking vouchers (valued at
$1,250) for the 2025 - 2026 ski season to be used by teacher and program coordinators for the
winter skiing and snowboarding programs for underserved youth.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends providing 25 parking vouchers for the 2025/65 ski
season to be used by program coordinators, consistent with 2025 funding.
T. Vail Mountain School
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Vail Mountain School is requesting one Donovan Pavilion rental
and 10 parking vouchers for the 2025-2026 ski season, valued at $500. The requested Donovan
Pavilion usage would be used as a silent auction item at Vail Mountain Schools 50th Annual Gala or
as a thank you event for their donors or volunteers. The requested 10 parking vouchers would be
used for staff that stay at the mountain base on school ski days that help with any injuries or lost
students.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends denying this request as it does not meet the
goals and criteria set for the contributions program.
T. Vail Valley Foundation
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Vail Valley Foundation is requesting the usage of 2 Town of
Vail buses with drivers to support the Beaver Creek shuttle service for the Birds of Prey World Cup
ski races. The bus service is being requested for December 4-7th, 2025 for approximately 10 hours
per day with an estimated total value of $8,240. In prior years the Town has supported this event
with bus usage outside of the Council Contributions Program.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends providing the usage of 2 TOV buses with drivers
for 4 days at 10 hours per day to support this event, consistent with prior years.
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CAPITAL
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TOWN OF VAIL 2026 PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
Change from First Reading
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Description
Revenue
Total Sales Tax Revenue:42,858,000$ 42,337,800$ 43,037,000$ 43,898,000$ 45,104,013$ 46,006,000$ 2026: Flat, with adjustments for anticipated redevelopment impacts
2027- 2030: 2% Increase, with adjustments for anticipated redevelopment impacts
Sales Tax Split between General Fund & Capital Fund 62/38 62/38 62/38 62/38 62/38 62/38 Sales tax split 62/38
Sales Tax - Capital Projects Fund 16,286,040 16,088,000 16,354,000 16,681,000 17,140,000 17,482,000
Use Tax 2,502,000 2,502,000 2,552,000 2,603,000 2,655,000 2,708,100 2026: Based on three-year average, with no major developments included at this time
2027- 2030: 2% Increase
Franchise Fee 1,123,392 - - - - - 2025: Utilization of 1% Franchise Fee for Holy Cross underground utilities project ($1.1M)
Federal Grant Revenue - - - 2,273,725 - - 2028: Federal Tax credit rebate on Energy Efficiency upgrade projects ($2.3M - Increased due to
proposed cash funding impacts ) - See Project Narrative C01
Other State Revenue 1,171,964 1,781,507 - - - -
2025: Roll forward unused MMOF Grant towards Mobility Hub Design ($750.0K); CO Energy Office
Geothermal Design Grant ($250.0K); MMOF Grant toward Bollards ($92.0K); CDOT Grant towards 3
electric bus chargers ($154.1K); Eliminate Reappropriation of CDOT #22-HTR-ZL-011 Received in 2024
(154.0K); 2025: DOLA Housing Capacity Grant utilized towards permitting software ($80.0K); 2026: State
GeoX System Tax Credit ($1.8M) - See Project Narrative C01
Lease Revenue 172,270 172,270 172,270 180,884 180,884 180,884 Per Vail Commons commercial (incr. every 5 years)
Project Reimbursement- TR Land Reimbursement - 4,399,500 - - - - 2026: Timber Ridge Land Reimbursement ($4.4M)
Project Reimbursement 774,437 - 7,500 - - -
2025: Reappropriate utilization of HCE Funds for Underground Utility Project with Holy Cross ($774.4K);
2027: Rebates associated with Energy Efficiency upgrade projects ($7.5K) - See Project Narrative C01
Donations - 9,000 - - - - 2026: Utilization of Friends of Library Donations towards Game Table ($9.0K)
Timber Ridge Loan repayment 462,909 3,488,184 - - - - 2026: Full repayment of remaining balance of 2013 loan from the Capital Projects Fund to the Timber
Ridge Fund ($3.5M)
Earnings on Investments and Other 1,292,936 139,000 177,000 212,000 403,000 363,000 2026: 2.5% return assumed; 2027 - 2030: 2.0% return assumed
Total Revenue 23,785,948 28,579,461 19,262,770 21,950,609 20,378,884 20,733,984
Expenditures
Facilities
Facilities Capital Maintenance 430,000 360,000 487,500 315,000 552,500 495,000
Annual repair and maintenance costs of Town-owned facilities. 2026 includes:
-Fire Station Upkeep ($97.5K)
-Library Hot Water Heater & Fire Panel Replacement ($17.8K)
-Transit Cetner Upkeep ($50.0K)
-Public Work Shops Garage Door & Window Replacements ($45.0K)
-Miscellaneous Facility R&M ($150.0K)
Municipal Complex Maintenance 702,788 - 10,000 10,000 220,000 70,000 Annual repair and maintenance cost of Municipal Complex including the Police Department
Building Energy Enhancement Projects 75,000 - - - 25,000 25,000 2025: Re-appropriate unspent placeholder funds towards efficiency enhancements in Town building,
pending results of 2024 Energy Audit ($50.0K); 2029 - 2030: Placeholder for Facility Energy Upgrades
Public Works Building Maintenance - 100,000 - - - - 2026: Placeholder for Public Works Building roof rehabilitation/repairs ($100.0K)
Public Works Specialty Equipment 30,000 - - - - - 2025: Purchase of Sign Shop Printer ($30.0K)
Welcome Center/Grandview Capital Maintenance 25,000 25,750 26,523 27,319 28,139 28,983 Placeholder for annual capital maintenance of Welcome Center and Grandview Room
Welcome Center display upgrades - 150,000 - - - - 2026: Placeholder for routine updates to Welcome Center Displays
Purchase of Employee Rental Units 2,046,641 - - - - -
2025: Re-appropriate funds towards purchase of Hamlet Townhome Unit #3 ($1.8M); New funding as true-
up for Hamlet #3 unit due to final commission negotiations and discrepancy during staff turnover
($234.9K); All Future purchases of employee units will be reflected in the Internal Housing Fund
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TOWN OF VAIL 2026 PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
Change from First Reading
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Description
Geothermal Energy System 343,096 - - - - -
2025: Placeholders for geothermal component of snowmelt boiler replacement ($1.5M); Re-appropriate
design funds for Geothermal Energy District ($394.9K); Reduce budget by $51.8K for Art Studio budget
increase to connect to existing Geothermal Well in RETT fund ($51.8K); Utilize placeholder for
Geothermal Energy System towards the 2026 Energy Performance Contract which includes the
first Geothermal Node ($1.5M); Next steps are currently unfunded - See Project Narrative FUT02
Energy Efficiency Performance Contract - 9,123,235 - - - -
2026: Energy efficiency upgrade package - See Project Narrative C01
Includes the following measures:
-Geothermal Energy Node/Borefield at Library & Dobson Ice Arena (Ground Source Heat Pump)
-Parking Structure LED Fixtures
-Solar Systems and Battery Storage at Library and Donovan Pavilion
-17 Level 2 EV Charging Stations at Donovan Park Pavilion, Ford Park, Stephen's Park, Public
Works, and Vail Golf Clubhouse
-Snowmelt and Facility Heating Control upgrades
-Other miscellaneous items such as window & insulation upgrades and fire pit flame reductions
Snowmelt Boilers Replacement 1,895,594 - 1,025,000 525,000 - 25,000
Placeholder for routine replacement of snowmelt boilers with like-equipment; May be necessary
depending on financial and technical feasibility and timing of the Geothermal Energy District currently
under exploration
Arrabelle Snowmelt Boilers 190,000 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate funds towards Arabelle Boiler Replacement - Shared cost managed by Vail Resorts
($190.0K)
Donovan Pavilion Remodel 109,500 25,000 - - - -
2025: Main Floor refinishing/resealing ($35.0K); Walk-behind floor buffer/sweeper ($10.0K); Furniture
Replacements ($14.5K); Re-appropriate 2024 placeholder as capital maint contingency ($50.0K)
2026: Placeholder for annual Capital Maintenance at Donovan Park Pavilion ($25.0K)
Mountain Plaza Elevator Renovation 100,000 - - - - - 2025: Placeholder for Mountain plaza elevator renovation (shared cost with Vail Resorts)
Vail Mobility Hub Expansion 1,500,000 - 2,000,000 - - -
2025: Re-appropriate funds for design of Vail Mobility Hub Expansion, offset by $750K MMOF match
grant included in state reimbursements above ($1.5M)
2027: Placeholder for TOV portion of construction of Vail Mobility Hub Expansion; Contingent on receipt of
grant funding and design outcomes - See Project Narrative C03
Fire Sprinkler Upgrades at Bus Barn 850,000 - - - - -
2025: Reappropriate funds towards Bus Barn fire sprinkler upgrades; Project is still in engineering phase
($600.0K); Utilize 2024 savings in routine PW Shops maintenance towards increase in estimated cost of
Bus Barn fire sprinkler upgrades, pending design outcomes ($180.0K); Utilize additional savings in Bus
Barn Charger upgrades towards increased cost in Fire Sprinkler upgrades based on design
outcomes ($70.0K) - See Project Narrative C04
Public Works Shops Expansion 18,058 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate funds towards architectural feasibility and planning for identified phase two
expansion opportunities ($18.0K)
Total Facilities 8,315,677 9,783,985 3,549,023 877,319 825,639 643,983
Parking
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TOWN OF VAIL 2026 PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
Change from First Reading
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Description
Parking Structures 2,914,577 1,275,000 1,315,000 1,405,000 1,245,000 1,388,500
Various annual repairs including deck topping replacement, expansion joint repairs, ventilation, HVAC,
plumbing and other structural repairs
2025 includes:
-Placeholder for beautification at Vail Transit Center ($200.0K)
-Re-appropriate funds towards priority structural repairs/rehab as identified in the study ($717.6K);
-Additional funding towards priority structural repairs/rehab as identified in the study ($500.0K)
Lionshead Structure East Stair Snowmelt - 150,000 750,000 - - -
2027: Design of Snowmelt System for Lionshead Structure East Stairs ($150.0K) - See Project Narrative
C05
2028: Construction of Snowmelt System for Lionshead Structure East Stairs ($750.0K) - See Project
Narrative C05
Village Transit Center Fire Sprinkler System Replacement - - - - - 250,000 2030: Design of Village Transit Center Fire Sprinkler System Replacement ($250.0K)
Parking Entry System / Equipment 353,214 85,000 1,133,050 90,177 92,882 95,668
Ongoing Parking Entry System capital repair and maintenance
2025: Re-appropriate funds for remaining parking system replacement costs, including subscription
recognized over 5-years ($233.2K); Re-appropriate ongoing parking replacement equipment purchases
for damaged items ($55.0K); Shift parking maintenance budget from GF for accounting consistency
($50.0K); Parking pass system buildout for summer passes ($15.0K)
2027: Placeholder for Parking Structure Entry System Replacement ($1.0M)
Red Sandstone Parking Structure - 50,000 - - - - 2026: Placeholder for routine capital maintenance at RedSandstone Parking Structure ($50.0K)
Parking Structure Camera systems - - - - 2,500,000 - 2029: Installation of camera systems for both safety and vehicle counts at Vail Village structure ($2.5M)
Total Parking 3,267,791 1,560,000 3,198,050 1,495,177 3,837,882 1,734,168
Transportation
Bus Shelters 50,000 405,000 230,000 30,000 30,000 30,000
Annual Bus Shelter Maintenance ($30.0K)
2025: Add solar lighting to existing shelters ($20.0K)
2026: Design and Construction Bus Shelter at Vail Run Stop ($375.0K) - See Project Narrative C06
2027: Placeholder for capital maintenance at Town bus shelters ($200.0K)
Bus Stop Amenities - 50,000 50,000 - - - 2026-2027: Add bus stop amenities at locations throughout Town without shelters (concrete pads,
benches, etc.)
Timber Ridge Transit Stop 1,908,277 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate construction of a transit stop at the new Timber Ridge housing development ($1.9M)
Replace Buses 2,139,050 - - - 10,225,000 8,064,000
2025: Re-appropriate $2.1M for two electric buses which are still awaiting delivery (May be offset by
$1.6M of potential federal grant funding)
2029: Replace 8 hybrid busses with electric buses ($10.2M) - See Project Narrative C07
2030: Replacement the remaining 6 Hybrid buses with electric buses ($8.1M) - See Project Narrative
C07
Electric bus chargers and electrical service rebuild - - - - 695,000 840,000
2025: Utilize savings in electric bus chargers towards Bus Barn Sprinkler Upgrades ($268.8K)
2029: Bus Charger Expansion for 8 new Buses ($695.0K) - See Project Narrative C07
2030: Bus Charger Expansion for 6 new Buses ($840.0K) - See Project Narrative C07
Bus Transportation Management System - - - 1,000,000 - - 2028: Placeholder for replacement of Bus Transportation Management System at end of life ($1.0M)
Hybrid / Electric Bus Battery Replacement - 360,000 - 500,000 500,000 540,000 2026 - 2030: Placeholders for scheduled replacement of batteries in Hybrid and Electric buses
Bus Camera System - 320,000 - - - - 2026: Replace current fleet of 33 buses with updated camera surveillance system. In 2026 the
camera system will be 11 years old and reaching end of life ($320.0K) - See Project Narrative C08
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TOWN OF VAIL 2026 PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
Change from First Reading
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Description
Car Share Program Infrastructure - - - - - - 2025: Purchase of two vehicles ($100K) for car share program; upgrades to Electric Chargers ($17.7K) for
implementation of Car Share program
Total Transportation 4,097,327 1,135,000 280,000 1,530,000 11,450,000 9,474,000
Road and Bridges
Capital Street Maintenance 1,660,000 1,560,000 980,000 2,295,000 2,300,000 2,300,000
Annual Capital Maintenance of Town-maintained streets; 2026 includes:
-Labeling of all Town-owned Storm Drains to indicate drainage to the Creek ($90.0K) - See Project
Narrative C09
-Surface Sealing ($285.0K)
-Asphalt Mill & Overlay ($450.0K)
-Drainage Improvement ($110.0K)
Street Light Improvements 515,000 80,000 80,000 80,000 80,000 80,000 Annual Town-Wide street light replacement ($80.0K); 2025: Re-appropriate funds towards neighborhood
street light replacements scheduled for this year ($440.0K)
Neighborhood Bridge Repair 408,036 500,000 - - - 1,400,000
2025: Re-appropriate ongoing bridge scour mitigation project at Chamonix Rd ($408.0K)
2026: Kinnikinnick east bridge rehabilitation ($500.0K) - See Project Narrative C10
2030: Placeholder for bridge rehabilitation ($1.4M)
Pedestrian Bridge Repair - - - 400,000 - - 2028: Rehabilitation of the pedestrian bridge over I-70 ($400.0K)
Seibert Fountain Improvements 27,082 100,000 - - - - 2025: Utilize 2024 savings from circulation pump replacement not implemented towards repairs to the
drain lines in the equipment vault to prevent flooding ($27.1K)
Roundabout Lighting Project 488,939 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate funds to complete lighting project at Town Center ($488.9K)
Traffic Counters - 250,000 - - - - 2026: Roundabout Traffic Counters ($250.0K) - See Project Narrative C11
Neighborhood Road Reconstruction 1,553,694 100,000 750,000 - - -
2025: Re-appropriate funds towards delayed Meadow Dr culvert lining, Black Gore Dr culver
replacements, and Meadow Dr/Meadow Ln drainage improvements design ($1.6M)
2026: Design of Vail Road/Vail Valley Drive Bike Lanes & Sidewalks ($100.0K) - See Project
Narrative C12/C13
2027: Vail Valley Drive Bike Lanes ($750.0K) - See Project Narrative C13
Dobson Streetscape - - 500,000 5,000,000 - - 2027: Design Dobson Streetscape ($500.0K) - See Project Narrative C14
2028: Construction of Dobson Streetscape ($5.0M) - See Project Narrative C14
South Frontage Road Pedestrian Improvements 250,000 - 1,000,000 - - -
2025: Design of pedestrian improvements on the South Frontage Road (paved bike lanes/shoulders,
sidewalk sections) between W LH Circle and E LH Circle, and Donovan to Westhaven ($250.0K)
2027: Construction of pedestrian improvements from W LH Circle to E LH Circle ($1.0M)
Frontage Road Improvements near Ford Park - - - 150,000 - - 2028: Concept design of angled parking on South Frontage Road at Ford Park ($150.0K)
Vail Village Streetscape/Snowmelt Repair 250,000 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate funds towards Vail Village snowmelt repairs with a reduced scope ($900.0K)
East Mill Creek Culvert Replacement - - 100,000 500,000 - -
Reline the metal pipe culvert from Vail Valley drive from Gold Peak to Manor Vail
2027: Design ($100.0K);
2028: Construction ($500.0K)
Sandstone Creek Culvert Replacement at Vail View - - - 100,000 500,000 -
Reline the metal pipe culvert at Sandstone Creek and Vail View Drive
2028: Design ($100.0K)
2029: Construction ($500.0K)
Lionshead Streetscape/Snowmelt Replacement (VRA)- - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate funds as contingency for snowmelt repairs ($50.0K)
Total Road and Bridge 5,152,751 2,590,000 3,410,000 8,525,000 2,880,000 3,780,000
Technology
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CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
Change from First Reading
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Description
Town-wide camera system 80,000 60,000 60,000 60,000 70,000 70,000 Annual maintenance of Town-wide camera system
2025: Utilize 2024 savings in routine camera maintenance towards placeholder for installation of cameras
$
Audio-Visual capital maintenance 100,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000
Annual maintenance of hardware set to support internal and external meeting spaces ($50.0K)
2025: Update of A/V systems in Council Chambers, Grandview/Library/Community room/Donovan A/V
systems; Replacement cycle every 3-5 years ($100K)
Cybersecurity 140,000 172,500 177,500 198,500 200,000 205,000 Annual Investment in cybersecurity, to keeps up with the ongoing changes that are required to maintain a
safe and secure computing environment; Includes annual fees for security programs
Software Licensing 995,135 1,280,778 1,368,343 1,604,193 1,642,969 1,681,998 Annual software licensing and support for town wide systems (3% Annual Increase)
2025: UbiPark annual fees - implemented Fall 2024 ($36.0K)
Hardware Purchases 90,000 100,000 100,000 125,000 125,000 125,000 Workstation replacements (20-25 per year)
Website and e-commerce 75,000 70,000 75,500 80,500 88,000 93,000 Annual website maintenance (3% Annual Increase)
Fiber Optics / Cabling Systems in Buildings 225,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000
Repair, maintain & upgrade cabling/network Infrastructure ($75.0K)
2025: Reappropriate funds towards ongoing design of redundant Fiber Optic paths in the Town ($719.9K)
Network upgrades 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 Computer network systems - replacement cycle every 3-5 years ($150K)
Data Center (Computer Rooms)150,000 100,000 100,000 125,000 1,500,000 150,000 Annual data center maintenance ($150K)
2029: Placeholder for replacement of Data Center Equipment ($1.35M)
Broadband (THOR)115,000 118,450 122,004 125,664 129,434 133,317 Annual Broadband Expenses (3% Annual Increase)
Business Systems Replacement 1,705,671 175,000 1,230,000 30,000 30,000 30,000
2025: Placeholder for Human Resources/Enterprise Information System ($120.0K); Employee Housing
Unit compliance software ($35.0K); Re-appropriate funds for ongoing Budget Software Implementation
($18.0K); Strategic Planning Milestone tracking software ($49.9K); Parking data reporting software
($17.3K); $150.0K increase in HR/Enterprise IS system to include replacement of the payroll system;
2025 (Approved by council out-of-cycle; Will be included in 3rd Supplemental): Increase in HR/Payroll
system cost ($1.1M); Com Dev Permitting Software, partially offset by DOLA local capacity planning grant
($140.2K)
2026: Finance Paperless A/P Software Implementation ($35.0K) - See Project Narrative C15
2026: Internal Employee Housing Software Implementation ($40.0K)
2026: Contingency for other Business System Replacements, potentially including expanded cost
of Housing compliance software ($100.0K)
2027: Placeholder for replacement of Financial Management System ($1.2M) - See Project Narrative
C16
Total Technology 3,825,806 2,351,728 3,508,346 2,623,857 4,060,402 2,763,314
Public Safety
Public Safety IT Equipment 75,000 100,000 100,000 110,000 110,000 110,000
Annual Maint/Replacement of PD IT Equipment including patrol car and fire truck laptops and software
used to push information to TOV and other agencies; TOV portion of annual Intergraph software
maintenance
Public Safety Equipment 241,387 368,908 217,408 217,408 217,408 217,408
Annual licensing/maintenance costs for Axon Body-Worn Camera Equipment ($102.0K), Flock License
Plate Readers ($15.0K), and Axon Artificial Intelligence ($83.5K) - See Project Narrative C17
2025: Purchase of Skydio X10 Drones ($48.4K)
2026: Anti-Vehicle Barriers ($135.0K) - See Project Narrative C18
2026: Explosives Detection Canine ($16.5K) - See Project Narrative C19
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SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
Change from First Reading
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Description
Fire Safety Equipment 45,000 55,680 493,000 245,860 - 195,000
2025: Knox Box System Replacement/Upgrade ($45.0K): Drone Expansion ($16.0K); Extrication
Equipment ($35.0K)
2026: Extrication Equipment ($40.0K); Placeholder for purchase of thermal imaging cameras
($15.7K)
2027: Self-contained breathing apparatus replacement ($493.0K)
2028: Heavy Hydraulic Extrication Equipment Replacement ($130.0K); Special Rescue Trailer
Replacement ($50.0K); Fire Hose Replacement ($50.0K); Placeholder for purchase of thermal imaging
cameras ($15.9K)
$ $ Radio Equipment replacement/expansion 1,020,000 - - - - 1,195,000 2025: Replacements of radios for PW, PD and Fire (approximately every 5 years) ($1.0M)
2030: Replacements of radios for PW, PD and Fire (approximately every 5 years) ($1.2M)
Fire Truck Replacement 69,285 - 1,400,000 - - 1,600,000
2025: Re-appropriate remaining funds for Enforcer Aerial Ladder Truck Upfitting ($69.3K)
2027: E3 Regular Fire Engine Replacement ($1.4M)
2030: Replace fire engine ($1.6M)
Total Public Safety 1,450,672 524,588 2,210,408 573,268 327,408 3,317,408
Community and Guest Service
Children's Garden of Learning Capital Maintenance 32,248 - - - - - 2025: West Side Siding replacement due to warping from weather exposure utilizing 2024 savings in
gutter/heat tape replacement ($32.2K)
Energy Enhancements 35,872 - - - - -
2025: Installation of EV stations to meet increased demand ($130.0K); Utilize 2024 savings in new
charger installations towards upgrading existing Level 2 Wiring and addition of Tesla chargers to Level 3
stations in Lionshead Parking Structure ($62.9K); Utilize savings in 2025 deferred projects towards
Energy Performance Contract which includes installation of new EV chargers (-$157.0K)
Pedestrian Safety Enhancements 566,213 250,000 3,000,000 - - -
2025: Design of Pedestrian improvements through Main Vail Underpass ($200.0K); Re-appropriate funds
towards RFP Crossing near Safeway to be constructed this year ($366.2K)
2026: Design of Pedestrian Improvements through Main Vail Underpass ($250.0K) - See Project
Narrative C20
2027: Construction of Pedestrian Improvements through Main Vail Underpass ($3.0M) - See Project
Narrative C20
Bollard Installation Project 389,747 150,000 150,000 150,000 - -
2025: Re-appropriate ongoing bollard installation project partially offset by MMOF Grant funding ($389.7K)
2026-2028: Design of Future Bollard Installation in Villages - See Project Narrative C21
Underground Utility improvements 4,181,558 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate underground HCE from Main Vail to East Vail in conjunction with fiber conduit
scheduled to begin in 2025 ($4.2M)
Land Safety Improvements 2,040,000 - - - - - 2025: Rock fall mitigation on Town-owned land on the northside of Lionsridge Loop near Timber Ridge
and Lionsridge housing sites
Guest Services Enhancements/Wayfinding 717,413 100,000 300,000 - - -
2025: Re-appropriate funds towards ongoing replacement of damaged signs ($6.9K); Utilize savings from
electric bus signage project towards ongoing replacement of damaged signs ($15.0K); Re-appropriate
ongoing installation of new signage to guide guests to available parking ($695.5K)
2026: Placeholder for replacement of worn/outdated wayfinding signage ($100.0K)
2027: Design of updated Wayfinding Signage Program ($300.0K)
Library Capital Equipment - 9,000 - - - - 2026: Library Game Table (Offset by Friends of Library Donations) ($9.0K)
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SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
Change from First Reading
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Description
Vehicle Expansion 110,974 452,645 - - - -
2025: Vehicle for Deputy Chief of Community Risk Reduction position (added in 2024); Upfitting of two PD
take-home expansion vehicles ($46.0K)
2026: Three additional take-home Police Vehicles to meet operational needs ($276.0K) - See Project
Narrative C22
2026: Two Code Enforcement pickup trucks to allow for ongoing parking enforcement activities
during periods in which Sign Trucks are in use (126.7K) - See Project Narrative C23
2026: Pickup Truck for proposed Building Maintenance Specalist Position ($50.0K)
Total Community and Guest Service 8,074,025 961,645 3,450,000 150,000 - -
Total Expenditures 34,184,049 18,906,946 19,605,827 15,774,620 23,381,331 21,712,874
Dobson Financing Sources/(Uses)
Transfer Fund Balance from RETT 5,747,149 - - - - -
2025: Transfer Dobson maintenance budget from RETT 5 year plan; Reduce funds available for transfer
used for repairs completed in 2024 ($15.4K); Increase transfer from RETT for Dobson Arena
Redevelopment ($5.0M)
Transfer from General Fund 8,000,000 (5,000,000) (3,000,000) -
2025: Transfer from General Fund for Dobson Arena Redevelopment
2026: Partial Repayment of Repayment of Dobson Arena loan from General Fund ($5.0M)
2027: Repayment of Dobson Arena loan from General Fund ($3.0M)
Vail Recreation District Contribution 3,400,000 - - - - - 2025: Contribution from VRD towards Dobson Redevelopment
Transfer from Vail Reinvestment Authority 15,484,572 6,242,691 5,450,311 5,694,152 5,693,994 5,950,519
2025: Re-appropriate transfer from VRA for Dobson Redevelopment ($1.7M); Increase transfer from Vail
Reinvestment Authority towards Dobson Arena Redevelopment ($6.1M)
2026 - 2030: Repayment from VRA for Dobson Redevelopment
Dobson Redevelopment (52,091,906) - - - - - 2025: Dobson redevelopment; Reappropriate funds towards ongoing Dobson Arena Redevelopment to
begin construction in spring ($1.7M)
Total Net Dobson Financing Sources/(Uses)(19,460,185) 1,242,691 2,450,311 5,694,152 5,693,994 5,950,519
Southface Certificates of Participation Source/(Uses)
West Middle Creek COP Proceeds 65,308,920 - - - - - Recognize revenues and expenditures related to the issuance of
Interest Earned on COPs 2,726,590 - - - - - Certificates of Participation for the Southface project, and transfer of
Discount on Bond Proceeds (186,307) - - - - - funds to Vail Home Partners for development
Costs of Issuance and Compliance (323,250) - - - - - Cost of COP issuance
Debt Service Payments (1,821,680) (3,433,531) (3,433,531) (3,433,531) (3,433,531) (3,433,531) Southface debt payments
Southface Reimubrsements - - 1,821,679 3,433,531 3,433,531 Reimbursement for debt payments from Southface rental payments
Transfer to Vail Home Partners (57,225,359) - - - - - COP funds transferred to Vail Home Partners for Southface development
Southface COP Sources/(Uses)8,478,914 (3,433,531) (3,433,531) (1,611,852) - - Excess Bond Proceeds are restricted for capitalized debt payments in the fund balance
Other Financing Sources/(Uses)
Debt Service Payment (1,158,298) (1,156,490) (1,159,456) (1,157,070) (1,159,422) (1,156,423) PW Shops Debt Service Payment
Transfer to Internal Employee Housing Fund (52,631) (8,500,000) - - (2,500,000) (2,500,000)
2025: Transfer to IEHRF for incomplete remodel projects on new units from 2024, including Buffehr Creek
Unit window replacements ($52.6K)
2026: Transfer to IEHRF for purchase of Timber Ridge Units to be rented to TOV employees ($8.5M)
- See Project Narrative IEH01
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SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
Change from First Reading
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Description
Transfer to Housing Fund (2,500,000) (1,000,000) (1,000,000) (1,000,000) (1,000,000) (1,000,000) Annual appropriation towards community housing projects (Transfer to Housing Fund)
Transfer to W. Middle Creek for start-up Operations - - (5,000,000) - - - Transfer $5.0M To West Middle Creek for first several years of operations
Transfer to Housing Fund (W. Middle Creek)(5,535,184) 3,151,660 2,383,524 - - - Loan to HF for W. Middle Creek (Increase total to $10.0M Previously in GF); Decrease loan to Housing
Fund for W. Middle Creek (-$4.5M) reimbursed by bond proceeds
Total Other Financing Sources/(Uses)(9,246,113) (7,504,830) (4,775,932) (2,157,070) (4,659,422) (4,656,423)
Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures (30,625,485) (23,155) (6,102,209) 8,101,219 (1,967,875) 315,206
Beginning Fund Balance 50,037,289 19,411,804 19,388,649 13,286,440 21,387,659 19,419,784
Ending Fund Balance 19,411,804 19,388,649 13,286,440 21,387,659 19,419,784 19,734,990
Reserved Fund Balances
Minimum Reserve Requirement (25% of Sales Tax)3,996,000 4,022,000 4,088,500 4,170,250 4,285,000 4,370,500
Southface COP Debt Service Reserve 8,478,915 5,045,383 1,611,852 - - -
Southface Operating Reserve 5,000,000 5,000,000 - - - -
Total Ending Reserved and Restricted Fund Balances 17,474,915 14,067,383 5,700,352 4,170,250 4,285,000 4,370,500
Ending Fund Balance- Available 1,936,890 5,321,266 7,586,088 17,217,409 15,134,784 15,364,490
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SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
Change from First Reading
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Description
Revenue
Real Estate Transfer Tax 8,181,171$ 7,777,000$ 7,854,770$ 7,933,318$ 8,012,651$ 8,092,777$ 2026: Down 5% from 2025 Forecast
Golf Course Lease 191,285 195,111 199,013 202,993 207,053 211,194 Annual lease payment from Vail Recreation District; Rent income funds the "Recreation
Enhancement Account" below; Increase based on CPI
Intergovernmental Revenue 5,416,192 80,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000
y p p p j ( )
2025: Roll forward remaining ERWSD reimbursement for Dowd Junction stabilization ($205.3K);
Roll forward remaining Bear Education Grant from Colorado Parks and Wildlife ($10.8K);
USFS Grant for Booth Creek Fuels Reduction ($125K);
County Contribution towards East Vail Bighorn Sheep Habitat Conservation ($5.0M)
Eagle County Wildfire Mitigation IGA ($45.0K)
2026: Additional USFS Grant #24PA11021500049-MOD 1 towards additional Booth Creek
Fuels Reduction ($50.0K) - See Program Narrative RP01
Project Reimbursements 93,325 100,000 - - - -
2025: Roll forward Middle Creek restoration contribution from Evergreen Redevelopment ($75.0K)
2025: CC4CA Reimbursements towards additional conference costs ($18.4K)
2026: Reimbursement from Betty Ford Alpine Gardens for private donations towards Art
Studio outdoor gathering space ($100.0K) - See Project Narrative R07
Donations 97,000 65,000 65,000 - - -
2025: Kosloff Foundation and Winmax Foundation Donations towards Winterfest ($10.0K)
2025: Logan Donation towards Art Studio Programming ($70.0K)
2025: WinMax Foundation & Vail International Gallery Donations towards Inaugural Art Studio
Grand Prize ($2.0K)
2025: Open Space donation from Borgen Family ($15.0K)
2026: Logan Donation towards Art Studio Programming ($65.0K)
2027: Logan Donation towards Art Studio Programming ($65.0K)
Recreation Amenity Fees 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 $10K annually
Bag Fees 58,400 64,400 69,400 69,400 69,400 69,400 2025: Utilize bag fees towards Hard to Recycle events and Zero Hero support ($50K); True-up bag
fee usage to Hard to Recycle and Zero Hero budgets ($8.4K)
2026-2030: Utilize bag fees towards Hard to Recycle events and Zero Hero support ($64.4K)
Earnings on Investments and Other 213,405 177,000 100,000 122,000 105,000 92,000 2026: 2.5% return assumed; 2027 - 2030: 2.0% return assumed
Total Revenue 14,260,778 8,468,511 8,328,183 8,367,711 8,434,104 8,505,372
Expenditures
Management Fee to General Fund (5%)409,059 388,850 392,739 396,666 400,633 404,639 5% of RETT Collections - fee remitted to the General Fund for administration
Wildland
Forest Health Management 747,199 848,162 872,913 898,397 924,635 951,651
Annual operating expenditures for Wildland department;
2026 includes:
-$675.0K: Personnel
-$5.0K: Miscellaneous Educational Programming (Ongoing)
Wildland Fire Equipment - 13,000 53,800 - - 2027: Wildland hose replacement ($13.0K);
2028: VHF radio replacement ($53.8K)
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SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
Change from First Reading
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Description
Wildfire Mitigation 430,000 300,000 20,400 20,808 21,224 21,649
2025: Booth Creek Fuels Implementation, partially offset by USFS grant ($275.0K); Booth Heights
and Booth Creek Trailhead Fuels Reduction ($100.0K); Additional Mitigation related to Eagle
County IGA ($45.0K)
2026: Booth Creek Fuels Implementation, partially offset by USFS grant ($200.0K) - See
Program Narrative RP01
Fire Free Five - Rebate Program 136,135 100,000 101,000 102,020 103,060 104,122 Annual Funding for Fire Free Five Community Assistance Program - See Program Narrative
RP02
Wildland Fire Shelter - 17,500 - - - - 2026: Wildland Fire Shelter Replacement ($17.5K)
Fire Free Five - TOV Implementation 25,000 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate funds for Fire Free Five landscaping around gymnastics center ($25.0K)
Total Wildland 1,296,083 1,265,662 1,007,313 1,075,025 1,048,920 1,077,421
Parks
Annual Park and Landscape Maintenance 2,194,742 2,381,967 2,381,356 2,440,653 2,501,551 2,564,095
contract services); 2026 includes:
-$1.3M: Personnel
-$178.5K: Park Restroom/Port-a-let cleaning & emptying
-$45.0K: Placeholder for contract landscape maintenance at Ford Park
-$15.0K: Trail Host Program (Ongoing)
Park / Playground Capital Maintenance 281,000 169,000 169,000 169,000 169,000 169,000
Annual maintenance items include projects such as playground surface refurbishing,
replacing bear-proof trash cans, painting/staining of play structures, picnic shelter
additions/repairs, and fence maintenance ($169.0K)
2025: Ford Park Entry Landscape ($45.0K)
2025: Re-appropriate funds towards ford Park Entry landscape improvements near Amp Bridge
entry ($40.0K)
Tree Maintenance 91,000 95,000 85,000 85,000 85,000 85,000 Annual on going pest control, tree removal and replacements in stream tract, open space,
and park areas
2025: Re-appropriate funds towards new plantings to replace trees removed in 2024 ($6.0K)
Street Furniture Replacement 107,000 200,000 130,000 110,000 110,000 110,000
Annual Placeholder for Street Furniture Replacements ($35.0K)
Annual Replacement of existing trash/recycle cans with new models ($75.0K) - See Project
Narrative R01
2025: Re-appropriate funds for ongoing Village and Lionshead picnic table replacement ($72.0K)
2026: Ongoing Picnic Table and Bench upgrades ($105.0K) - See Project Narrative R02
2027: Ongoing Picnic Table and Bench upgrades ($30.0K) - See Project Narrative R02
Covered Bridge Pocket Park Rehabilitation - 225,000 - - - - 2026: Covered Bridge Pocket Park rehabilitation ($225.0K) - See Project Narrative R03
Ford Park- Betty Ford Way Pavers 40,000 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate towards final gravel shoulder grading repair and landscaping ($40.0K)
Ford Park Lower Bench Turf/Irrigation 85,000 - - - - - 2025: Replacement of worn turf grass and inefficient irrigation system ($300.0K); Utilize savings in
lower bench turf project towards Ford Park Vehicle Entryway improvements ($158.0K)
Ford Park Playground Improvements 85,000 - 300,000 2,200,000 - -
2025: Re-appropriate funds towards replacement of wood fiber play surface under swings with
rubber surfacing for better durability ($125.0K)
2027: Design of Ford Park Playground Renovation ($300.0K) - See Project Narrative R04
2028: Construction of Ford Park Playground Renovation ($2.2M) - See Project Narrative R04
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SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
Change from First Reading
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Description
Ford Park Picnic Shelter - - - - 100,000 750,000 2029: Design of relocated Ford Park Picnic Shetler ($100.0K) - See Project Narrative R05
2030: Construction of relocated Ford Park Picnic Shelter ($750.0K) - See Project Narrative R05
Ford Park Master Plan Capital Design 199,909 100,000 100,000 - - - 2025: Re-appropriate funds for outcomes of Ford Park Masterplan Update. Projects include a park-
wide ADA compliance Study, site planning for future facilities including a picnic shelter and
expanded maintenance areas, wayfinding, etc. ($199.9K)
2026: Design of outcomes from Ford Park Master Plan ($100.0K) - See Project Narrative R06
2027: Design of outcomes from Ford Park Master Plan ($100.0K) - See Project Narrative R06
Art Studio Gathering Space at Ford Park - 225,000 - - - - 2026: Creation of gathering space outside of the newly constructed Art Studio ($225.0K) -
Partially offset by $100K of private donations - See Project Narrative R07
Ford Park Vehicle Entryway Improvements 118,000 - - - - -
2025: Utilize savings from Ford Park Lower Bench Turf repair towards:
-Parking Lot Gate Equipment Configuration ($32.0K)
-Oversize Vehicle Entrance Paving repair ($45.0K)
-Tennis Center Lot Manual Gate ($38.0K)
-Electronic Loops at West Betty Ford Way gate ($10.0K)
Turf Grass Reduction 100,836 95,000 - 65,000 - 75,000
2025: Completion of Main Vail Roundabout Turf Reduction ($100.8K)
2026: Phase 1 of Turf Reduction at Ford Park ($15.0K) - See Project Narrative R08
2028: Turf Reduction at West Vail Roundabout ($65.0K) - See Project Narrative R08
2030: Phase 2 of Turf Reduction at Ford Park ($75.0K) - See Project Narrative R08
Playground Restroom Replacements - - - - 400,000 - 2029: Replace modular restroom building at Red Sandstone Park ($400.0K)
Donovan Park Improvements 10,000 425,000 - - - -
2025: Replacement of play equipment ($20.0K)
2026: Playground Safety Improvements - Replace Decks, worn equipment, etc ($425.0K) - See
Project Narrative R09
Pirateship Park Improvements 13,862 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate funds towards ongoing improvements including two play components and
minor ADA upgrades ($43.9K)
Bighorn Park Playground Improvements 100,000 - - - - - 2025: Bighorn Park Play Area Maintenance ($150.0K)
Gore Creek Promenade Rehabilitation 2,118,460 - - - - -
2025: Re-appropriate funds towards ongoing refresh of the Gore Creek Promenade ($328.5K);
Reclass children's fountain steps at promenade to be done as part of this project ($40.0K); Gore
Creek Promenade Rehabilitation funds moved forward from 2026 ($1.0M)
Slifer Fountain Feature Four Repair - - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate funds towards incomplete plumbing leak; further investigation needed prior to
repair ($75.0K)
Buffehr Creek Park Safety Improvements - - - 500,000 - 2029: Playground Safety Improvements ($500.0K)
Ellefson Park Safety Improvements - - - 500,000 - 2029: Playground equipment replacement ($500.0K)
Total Parks 4,795,608 3,915,967 3,165,356 5,069,653 4,365,551 3,753,095
Rec Paths and Trails
Rec. Path Capital Maintenance 85,000 85,000 85,000 85,000 85,000 85,000 Annual Capital maintenance of the town's recreation path system ($85.0K)
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REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
Change from First Reading
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Description
Recreation Path Safety Improvements 81,662 - - - 750,000 -
2025: Pedestrian Traffic Counters ($50.0K); Re-appropriate funds towards next phase of Antlers
curve redesign ($31.7K)
2028: Rebuild Antlers section of Gore Valley Trail ($750.0K)
Bike Safety 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 Annual cost for bike safety programs ($5.0K)
Pedestrian Bridge Projects 303,329 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate funds towards ongoing pedestrian overpass rehabilitation and outcomes of
upcoming pedestrian bridge report ($703.3K)
Red Sandstone Soft Surface Connector Trail - - 42,000 - - - 2027: Construct Red Sandstone Soft Surface Connector Trail ($42.0K) - See Project Narrative
R10
Gore Valley Trail Reconstruction 326,224 750,000 80,000 - 80,000 -
2025: Placeholder for Gore Valley Trail Maintenance ($80.0K); Library to Lionshead Nature Walk
Environmental Assessment and Design ($100.0K); Utilize 2024 savings in the recreation path
maintenance budget towards the rebuild of 1250' of the North Recreation Trail between Red
Sandstone Road and the pedestrian overpass ($146.2K)
2026: North Rec Path Reconstruction - Red Sandstone Area ($750.0K) - See Project Narrative
R11
2027: Placeholder for Gore Valley Trail Maintenance ($80.0K)
East Vail Interchange Improvements 190,543 - - - - -
2025: Re-appropriate funds for repairs due to landscaping and drainage issues, including plantings
and parking area improvements ($190.5K); Additional funds using 2024 savings in Water Quality
Infrastructure for drainage improvements including additional concrete gutters to direct to water
quality vaults and bioswale areas, and the replacement of plantings ($40.0K)
Dowd Junction repairs and improvements 203,794 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate funds for ongoing restabilization of Dowd Junction retaining wall ($454.0K)
Portalet Enclosures 40,500 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate funds towards screening in residential-area portalets ($40.5K)
Bighorn Trailhead improvements - - 250,000 - - 2028: Placeholder for improvements to the parking area at the Bighorn Trailhead to include
acquisition of easements, improved trail entry, additional parking spaces, and restroom facility to
south side of I-70 ($250.0K);
Total Rec Paths and Trails 1,891,052 840,000 212,000 340,000 920,000 90,000
Recreational Facilities
Nature Center Operations 117,437 - - - - - 2025: Nature Center operating costs
Nature Center Capital Maintenance 26,291 50,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000
Placeholder for annual maintenance costs at or near Nature Center ($15.0K)
2025: Signage ($16.6K); Regravel access road ($9.7K)
2026: Additional funds for capital refresh of trails and exterior area ($35.0K)
Total Recreational Facilities 143,728 50,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000
Environmental
Environmental Sustainability 892,663 866,809 834,642 858,144 882,333 907,230
Annual operating expenditures for Environmental department (including personnel and
supplies);
2026 includes:
-$769.5K: Personnel
-$77.0K: Climate Action Collaborative Dues (ongoing)
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REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
Change from First Reading
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Description
Recycling and Waste Reduction Programs 142,050 142,800 130,356 132,963 135,622 138,335
Annual recycling and waste reduction programs; 2026 includes:
-$41.5K: Residential/Commercial Recycling Compost Program/Hauls (Ongoing)
-$7.5K: Recycling Compliance and Education (Ongoing)
-$38.8K: Zero Hero Program Support, offset by Bag Fees (Ongoing)
-$45.0K: One Hard to Recycle Event, offset by Bag Fees (Ongoing)
-$15.0K: Single-Use Plastics education and signage
Water Refill Station Installation 60,000 - - - - - 2025: Installation of Water Refill stations - offset by Destination Stewardship funds transferred from
GF ($60.0K)
Ecosystem Health 599,325 291,000 245,610 250,312 255,108 260,001
Annual ecosystem health programs; 2026 includes:
-$18.0K: CC4CA Annual Retreat - Host Community (Ongoing)
-$50.0K: Open Lands Plan - Biodiversity Study Phase 2 Implementation (Ongoing)
-$7.5K: Sustainable Destinations - Annual Certification Dues (Ongoing)
-$55.0K: U.S. Forest Service Front Country Ranger Program (Ongoing)
-$100.0K: Wildlife Habitat Improvements, Forum, and Education (Ongoing)
-$50.0K: Gore Creek Pesticide Campaign (2025-2026)
-$10.5K: Mountain IDEAL recertification ($10.5K)
Energy & Transportation 117,510 105,000 76,500 78,030 79,591 81,182
Annual energy and transportation programs; 2026 includes:
-$40.0K: Energy Smart Colorado Partnership (Ongoing)
-$2.5K: Energy-Related education, outreach, program incentives (Ongoing)
-$32.5K: Sole Power Plus Program (Ongoing)
-$30.0K: Additional Greenhouse Gas Inventory engagement
E-Bike Programs 193,000 175,000 178,500 182,070 185,711 189,426
Annual E-Bike Programs; 2026 includes:
-$175.0K: Shift E-Bike Share Program (Ongoing)
-E-bikes for essentials program proposed to be discontinued
E-Bike Share Infrastructure 14,711 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate funds as placeholder for additional gravel pads and bike racks at
redevelopment locations ($14.7K)
Sole Power App 35,000 25,000 - - - -
2025: Development of App modifications for the Sole Power Plus App Phase 2 Expansion to
include Transit and Milestones ($25K); Re-appropriate funds towards original app development
($8.0K); Additional development funds to connect app to Town's Cloud service ($2.0K)
2026: Development of App modifications for the Sole Power Plus App Phase 3 Expansion to
include in-app incentives ($25.0K) - See Project Narrative R12
Streamtract Education/Mitigation 75,000 75,000 30,600 31,212 31,836 32,473
Annual streamtract education programming; 2026 includes:
-$30.0K: General education programming (Ongoing)
-$45.0K: Continuation of Restore the Gore Campaign Relaunch/rebrand
Water Quality Infrastructure - 450,000 - - - - 2026: Installation of 270 Gutter Bins (pollution catchment devices) on additional 25% of Town
storm drains ($450.0K) - See Project Narrative R13
Water Quality Initiatives 121,729 45,000 45,000 45,000 45,000 45,000 Annual monitoring of Gore Creek Macroinvertebrates - previously conducted by ERWSD
($45.0K)
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REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
Change from First Reading
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Description
Streambank Mitigation 140,000 150,000 - - - -
2025: Streambank Mitigation at Ford Park in conjunction with in-stream improvements by Trout
Unlimited ($100.0K); Streambank Mitigation along Mill Creek ($40.0K)
2026: Placeholder for Grant Match for streambank mitigation at Vail Golf Club Hole 11, an
outcome of the Vail Golf Club Vegetation Master Plan ($150.0K) - See Project Narrative R14
Middle Creek Restoration Fund 75,000 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate funds towards the restoration of Middle Creek on TOV property in relation to
the Evergreen redevelopment project. This will be reimbursed by the developer ($75.0K)
Private Streambank Mitigation Program 50,000 - - - - - 2025: Private Streambank Mitigation Program; 2025: Re-appropriate funds towards continuation of
private streambank mitigation ($50.0K)
Booth Heights Open Space Conservation 84,800 - - - - - 2025: Costs to establish Booth Heights conservation easement ($84.8K)
Energy Efficiency Performance Contract 105,158 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate funds towards ongoing Energy Audit ($105.2K)
Total Environmental 2,720,907 2,325,609 1,541,208 1,577,731 1,615,202 1,653,646
Art
Public Art - Operating 196,599 205,811 204,211 205,129 206,065 207,020
Annual operating expenditures for Art in Public Places department; 2026 includes:
-$187.6K: Personnel
-$25.0K: miscellaneous Programs & Events (Ongoing)
Public Art Installations 60,000 35,000 35,000 35,000 35,000 35,000 Annual cost of installation and landscaping/beautification costs for new/donated Art
Public Art - General program / art 170,567 60,000 60,000 60,000 60,000 60,000
Annual appropriation of funds to purchase sculptures, artwork, and conduct art
programs/events; remainder is re-appropriated each year to accumulate towards larger
purchases ($60.0K)
2025: Re-appropriate unspent funds ($110.6K)
Public Art - Winterfest 83,967 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000
Annual Winterfest budget ($30.0K)
2025: Increase Winterfest budget utilizing Kosloff Foundation and Winmax Foundation donations
($10.0K); Re-appropriate funds for Winterfest program ($44.0K)
Seibert Memorial Statue- Maintenance 11,192 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate donated funds towards upkeep of sculpture ($11.7K)
Art Space 1,055,232 - - - - -
2025: Re-appropriate funds towards construction of Art Space Studio in Ford Park anticipated to be
completed in Summer of 2025 ($963.4K); Additional request for funding to connect Art Space
Studio HVAC to existing Geothermal Test Well, offset by budget reduction in CPF Geothermal
Project ($51.8K); Additional funds from Ford Park Lower Bench turf repair savings ($40.0K)
Art Studio - Programming & Operations 142,500 147,384 147,901 86,353 88,080 89,842
Operating costs for artist in residency program utilizing the new Art Space
2025: Increase Art Studio programming budget for Logan, WinMax Foundation, and Vail
International Gallery Donations ($72.0K)
2026: Increase Art Studio Programming budget for Logan donation ($65.0K)
2027: Increase Art Studio Programming budget for Logan donation ($65.0K)
Artist In Residency - Capital Art Acquisitions 57,500 37,500 37,500 37,500 37,500 37,500 Capital art acquisition costs associated with artist in residency program
2025: Re-appropriate unspent funds towards 2025 program ($20.0K)
Total Art 1,725,557 515,695 514,612 453,982 456,645 459,362
Community
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SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
Change from First Reading
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Description
Council Contribution: Betty Ford Alpine Garden Support 80,779 80,779 82,395 84,042 85,723 87,438 Annual operating support of the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens; annual increase to follow town's
general operating annual increase
Council Contribution: Eagle River Watershed Support 42,000 42,000 42,840 43,697 44,571 45,462 Annual support of the Eagle River Watershed Council programs
Council Contribution: Trail Alliance 22,500 52,500 53,550 54,621 55,713 56,828 Adopt A Trail Council Contribution for trails in or bordering the Town
Total Contributions 145,279 175,279 178,785 182,360 186,007 189,728
VRD-Managed Facilities & Maintenance
Recreation Enhancement Account 746,740 195,111 199,013 202,993 207,053 211,194
Annual rent paid by Vail Recreation District; to be re-invested in asset maintenance
2025: Roll forward unspent Enhancement Funds ($539.3K); Increase for $16.1K paid above budget
in 2024; Increase for $14.3K based on 2025 CPI true-up
Recreation Facility Maintenance 22,000 22,000 22,000 22,000 22,000 22,000 Annual RETT facility maintenance ($22.0K)
Synthetic Turf Replacement 472,000 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate funds towards synthetic turf replacement ($472.0K)
Golf Clubhouse 123,287 291,418 - 51,150 26,162 49,403
2025: Circulation Pump Replacement ($98.0K); Clubhouse parking lot mill & overlay ($23.9K);
Clubhouse Signage ($9.4K)
2026: Clubhouse parking lot mill & overlay ($23.9K); Stucco/Stone ($37.3K); Wood Trim
($26.8K); Golf Clubhouse Asphalt Parking Areas (Split 50/50) ($0.5K): Clubhouse Circulation
Pumps ($2.9K); Mitigation of ongoing water infiltration from exterior stairs/sidewalk
($200.0K); 2028: Clubhouse Exterior Door Replacement ($32.2K); Golf Clubhouse Asphalt Parking
Areas (Split 50/50) ($19.0K);
2029: Clubhouse Concrete Walkways, Stairs, and Rails ($19.5K); Clubhouse Concrete Drain Pans/
Curb & Gutter ($29.9K);
2030: Clubhouse Concrete Walkways, Stairs, and Rails ($19.5K); Clubhouse Concrete Drain Pans/
Curb & Gutter ($29.9K)
Athletic Field Restroom/Storage Building 1,000,000 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate $1.0M for the replacement of existing restroom/concession with new 2000 sq.
ft. restroom/storage building
Golf Course - Other 36,023 18,512 72,251 33,359 34,948 106,286
2025: Maintenance building asphalt driving and parking area ($4.0K); Re-appropriate funds towards
ongoing routine projects with VRD including Streambank Restoration ($432.1K)
2026: Maintenance building exterior doors ($3.5K); Wedding Island Bridge ($15.0K)
2027: 1st hole path planking ($23.8K); 2027: 1st hole bridge planking and stone veneer ($26.7K);
2nd hole bridge planking ($7.1K); 11th hole pedestrian bridges ($9.4K); Other ($5.2K)
2028: Maintenance building stucco ($25.3K); 2028: Maintenance building asphalt ($4.7K);
Maintenance building wood privacy fencing ($3.4K)
2030: 1st hole path planking ($61.8K); Maintenance Building Wood Trim & Soffits ($44.5K)
Ford Park / Tennis Center Improvements 205,020 376,148 - - - 24,719
2025: Wood siding and windows ($54.2K); Re-appropriate funds towards Tennis Center
Improvements ($150.9K)
2026: Rebuild of tennis courts, retaining walls, and court fencing ($350.6K); Concession /
Restroom Exterior Siding ($19.5K); Sports Center Painting ($6.0K)
2030: Concession / Restroom Exterior Siding ($24.7K)
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TOWN OF VAIL 2026 PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
Change from First Reading
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Description
Athletic Fields 173,809 2,980 26,704 - 5,825 13,347
2025: Asphalt parking lot ($99.3K); Re-appropriate funds towards ongoing improvements ($74.5K)
2026: Asphalt parking lot repairs ($3.0K)
2027: Asphalt parking lot repairs ($11.1K); Wood Structure Paint ($9.3K); Wood trim, post, & beam
repair ($6.2K)
2029: Coated Exterior Gypsum Board ($5.8K)
2030: Asphalt parking lot repairs ($13.3K)
Gymnastics Center 364,921 - - - 62,104 476,603
2025: Replace Airconditioning Unit
2029: Furnace ($31.1K); Elevator ($31.1K)
2030: Placeholder for Leak Repair / Waterproofing ($95.9K); Roofing Repair ($355.9K); Retaining
Wall Repair ($24.7K)
Total VRD-Managed Facilities & Maintenance 3,543,800 906,169 319,968 309,502 358,092 903,552
Total Expenditures 16,671,072 10,383,231 7,346,980 9,419,919 9,366,051 8,546,443
Other Financing Sources (Uses)
Transfer from General Fund - Destination Stewardship 70,010 - - - - -
2025: Transfer from General Fund for Implementation Steps of Destination Stewards Management
Plan: Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Modeling ($10.0K)
2025:Transfer from General Fund Destination Stewardship budget for installation of water refill
stations ($60.0K)
Transfer (to) General Fund - Destination Stewarship - - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate transfer to General Fund for increase in budget/scope of ongoing Destination
Stewardship Management Plan ($13.5K)
Transfer from/(to) CPF (5,747,149) - - - - -
2025: Transfer to Capital Projects Fund for Dobson Arena (utilizing savings in annual Dobson
maintenance); Reduce transfer based on funds spent in 2024 ($15.4K); Increase transfer to Capital
Projects Fund towards Dobson Arena ($5.0M)
Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures (8,087,433) (1,914,720) 981,203 (1,052,208) (931,946) (41,071)
Beginning Fund Balance 15,184,790 7,097,357 5,182,637 6,163,840 5,111,632 4,179,686
Ending Fund Balance 7,097,357$ 5,182,637$ 6,163,840$ 5,111,632$ 4,179,686$ 4,138,615$
Minimum Reserve Requirement 2,000,000$ 2,000,000$ 2,000,000$ 2,000,000$ 2,000,000$ 2,000,000$
Above Minimum (Available Fund Balance)5,097,357$ 3,182,637$ 4,163,840$ 3,111,632$ 2,179,686$ 2,138,615$
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SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
HOUSING FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Revenue
Housing Sales Tax 5,178,308$ 5,141,000$ 5,225,903$ 5,330,452$ 5,476,896$ 5,586,434$ 2026: Flat, with adjustments for anticipate redevelopment impacts
2027- 2030: 2% Increase, with adjustments for anticipated redevelopment impacts
Housing Fee in Lieu Annual Collections 10,718 - - - - -
Transfer in from Capital Projects Fund - Community Housing 2,500,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 2026 - 2030: Annual Transfer from Capital Projects Fund for InDeed Program ($1.0M) - See
Project Narrative H01
Workforce Housing Sales 1,075,000 - - - - - 2025: Roll forward resale revenue for Pitkin Creek #3B ($625.0K); Estimated Resale Revenue for
Pitkin Creek #7N ($480.0K)
Housing Late Fees 12,300 - - - - -
Government Reimbursements- Vail Home Partners 4,464,816 - - - - - 2025: Repayment of predevelopment costs from Vail Home Partners for West Middle Creek bond
proceeds ($4.5M)
Transfer in from Capital Projects Fund - COP Reimbursement
Deed Restriction Buyouts 865,400 - - - - - 2025: Deed Restriction buyout at 363 Beaver Dam Circle ($275.4K); Deed restriction buyout at 315
Mill Creek Cir ($410.0K); Deed restriction buyout at 2349 Chamonix Lane ($180.0K)
Earnings on Investments 272,120 25,000 - - - 21,000 2026: 2.5% return; 2027-2030: 2% return assumed
Total Revenue 14,378,663 6,166,000 6,225,903 6,330,452 6,476,896 6,607,434
Expenditures
Management Fee to General Fund (5%)258,915 257,050 261,295 266,523 273,845 279,322 5% Housing Sales Tax Administrative fee
Housing Programs
InDeed Program 4,135,645 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 Annual Funding for Vail InDeed Program - See Project Narrative H01
Buy Down Housing 161,622 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate utilization of housing fee in lieu towards Buy Down housing
Timber Ridge Unit Purchases - 13,949,948 - - - -
2026: Commitment to purchase TR units for community rental totaling $25.5M ($3.0M
contribution to Habitat- HF, $14.0M for community use- HF, $8.5M for TOV employees -GF) -
See Project Narrative H02
Future Purchases 3,227,600 - - - - - Placeholder for Buy Down housing purchases
Pitkin Creek Unit #3B - - - - - -
Pitkin Creek Unit #7N 547,400 - - - - - Purchase of Pitkin Creek #7N for resale ($547.4K)
Construction Housing Projects
Timber Ridge Habitat Contribution 2,000,000 3,000,000 - - - -
2025: $2.0M contribution to Habitat for Humanity for TR units
2026: $3.0M contribution to Habitat for Humanity for TR units (included in Town's original
$25.5M commitment)
Southface Development Predevelopment 807,920 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate West Middle Creek predevelopment costs ($808.5K)
Southface Development Legal Fee Contingency 50,000 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate placeholder for West Middle Creek legal costs ($50.0K)
East Vail Parcel Predevelopment 650,000 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate placeholder for West Middle Creek legal costs ($400.0K)
Residences at Main Vail Opportunity Fee 50,000 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriation of remaining RMV opportunity fee
Land Purchases for Future Housing
CDOT Parcel Acquisition Placeholder - East Vail 2,416,502 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate purchase of CDOT East Vail parcel ($2.4M); Re-appropriate additional funds
needed for East Vail CDOT parcel ($18.0K)
East Vail Carnie Parcel 17,900 - - - - - 2025: Re-appropriate purchase of 1' wide parcel ($17.9K)
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SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
HOUSING FUND
New Project
Increase in Cost/Expanded Scope from Prior 5-Year Plan
Reduction in Cost/Scope from prior 5-Year Plan
Timing Change from Prior 5-Year Plan
2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Eagle-Vail Parcel Placeholder 50,000 - - - - -
Total Expenditures 14,373,504 18,206,998 1,261,295 1,266,523 1,273,845 1,279,322
Operating Income 5,158 (12,040,998) 4,964,607 5,063,930 5,203,051 5,328,112
Other Finance Sources (Uses)
Transfer to Vail Home Partners- WMC Contribution (10,000,000) - - - - - 2025: $10.0M placeholder for W. Middle Creek housing projects
Transfer from CPF for Southface Contribution (Loan)5,535,184 (3,151,660) (2,383,524) - - - 2025: Loan from Capital Projects Fund for Southface contribution ($5.5M)
2026-2027: Payback of Loan from Capital Projects Fund for Southface contribution
Transfer from GF to purchase community TR units - 13,773,099 (4,300,592) (5,063,930) (4,408,577) - 2026: Loan from General Fund for Timber Ridge Unit purchases ($13.8M)
2027-2029: Repayment of loan from General Fund for Timber Ridge Unit purchases
Transfer from/(to) Timber Ridge- Timber Ridge Sales (10,541,295) - 621,278 - - - 2025: Transfer to/Frm TR for TR constrcution contribution paid back by TR sales
Transfer from/(to) Timber Ridge- CDOT Land Acquisition - - 1,719,468 - - - 2027: Repayment of CDOT Land Acquisition cost with proceeds from Timber Ridge sales
Total Other Finance Sources (Uses)(15,006,111) 10,621,439 (4,343,370) (5,063,930) (4,408,577) -
Surplus (Deficit) Net of Transfers and One-Time Items (15,000,953) (1,419,559) 621,200 (0) 794,474 5,328,112
Beginning Fund Balance 16,420,512 1,419,559 0 621,200 621,200 1,415,674
Ending Fund Balance 1,419,559$ 0$ 621,200$ 621,200$ 1,415,674$ 6,743,786$
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UNFUNDED PROJECTS
Project Eligible for Funding From
Cost Estimate (If
Known)
West Vail Roundabout Lighting Project Capital Projects Fund 2,400,000
Vail Village & Lionshead Bollard Installation Capital Projects Fund N/A
Municipal Complex Redevelopment Capital Projects Fund N/A
Permanent Location for Children’s Garden of Learning Capital Projects Fund N/A
Vail Village Transit Center Improvements Capital Projects Fund N/A
West Vail Master Plan Outcomes Capital Projects Fund N/A
Go Vail 2045 Projects Capital Projects Fund N/A
PW Buzzard Park Expansion Capital Projects Fund N/A
Geothermal Energy District Capital Projects Fund/RETT N/A
Gore Valley Trail improvements near Lionshead Gondola Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund 2,500,000
Development of CDOT East Vail Housing Parcel Housing Fund N/A
CDOT Eagle-Vail parcel (partnership with other municipalities) - Housing Fund N/A
Black Gore Creek Property Redevelopment Housing Fund N/A
Buffehr Creek Rehabilitation Housing Fund N/A
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2025 Proposed
Amended 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Revenue
Rental Revenue 1,255,770 1,289,998 1,328,698 1,368,559 1,409,616 1,451,904 Increased Vaccancy rate to 10%; with 5% Rent
increase
Timber Ridge Rental Revenue - 277,830 277,830 138,915 138,915 138,915 $277K for new TR units
Other Earnings on Investments - 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500
Total Revenue 1,255,770 1,569,328 1,608,028 1,508,974 1,550,031 1,592,319
Expenditures
General Fund Administrative Fee 374,918 386,999 398,609 410,568 422,885 435,571 30% Admin Fee: HR, Finance, Facilities, PW
Admin
Operational Costs 442,643 616,952 635,461 654,524 674,160 694,385 Increase from PY due to TR unit HOA fees
Operational Maintenance 203,750 207,750 213,983 220,402 227,014 233,824
Unit Masterleases 61,200 64,260 66,188 68,173 70,219 72,325
Total Expenditures 1,082,511 1,275,961 1,314,240 1,353,667 1,394,277 1,436,106
Surplus (Deficit) from Operations 173,259 293,367 293,788 155,306 155,753 156,213
Capital Funding Sources/(Uses)
Purchase of Employee Rental Units - (8,500,000) - (2,500,000) (2,500,000) (2,500,000)
Capital Maintenance of Units (202,631) (100,000) (100,000) (100,000) (100,000) (100,000)
Transfer from/(to) Capital Projects Fund 52,631 8,500,000 - 2,500,000 2,500,000 2,500,000 Transfer from CPF for purchase of Timber
Ridge Units ($8.5M)
Net Capital Funding Sources/(Uses)(150,000) (100,000) (100,000) (100,000) (100,000) (100,000)
Surplus (Deficit) Net of Capital Items 23,259 193,367 193,788 55,306 55,753 56,213
Beginning Fund Balance - 23,259 216,626 410,413 465,720 521,473
Ending Fund Balance 23,259$ 216,626$ 410,413$ 465,720$ 521,473$ 577,686$
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VAIL MARKETING & SPECIAL EVENTS FUND
2024 2025 2025 2026
Actuals Budget Forecast Budget
Revenue
Business Licenses 345,095$ 350,000$ 356,100$ 350,000$
Event Reimbursements/Shared Costs 10,600 - - -
Earnings on Investments 9,381 - 7,000 -
Total Revenue 365,075 350,000 363,100 350,000
Expenditures
Commission on Special Events (CSE) :
CSE Surveys 25,368 - - -
Education & Enrichment 134,000 - - -
Visitor Draw 672,566 - - -
Recreation 141,500 - - -
Signature Events 620,000 - - -
Town Produced Events:554,876 - - -
NYE/4th of July Display 49,000 - - -
Ambient Event Funding:56,918 - - -
Music in the Villages - - - -
Collection Fee - General Fund 17,255 17,500 17,805 17,500
Total Expenditures 2,271,483 17,500 17,805 17,500
Other Financing Sources (Uses)
Transfer from/(to) Capital Projects Fund (74,659) - - -
Transfer from/(to) General Fund 1,745,858 - - -
Transfer to VLMD (Business License Fee)- (332,500) (335,494) (332,500)
Transfer from/(to) Vail Local Marketing District
(Fund Balance)- (127,701) (134,701) -
Total Other Financing Sources (Uses)1,671,199 (460,201) (470,195) (332,500)
Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures (235,209) (127,701) (124,900) -
Beginning Fund Balance 360,109 124,900 124,900 -
Ending Fund Balance 124,900$ (2,801)$ -$ -$
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2025
Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Revenue
Town of Vail Interagency Charge 5,070,275$ 5,604,736$ 5,772,878$ 5,946,064$ 6,124,446$ 6,308,180$
Intergovernmental Revenues 35,000 - - - - -
Earnings on Investments 75,000 60,000 65,808 70,374 63,777 54,379
Equipment Sales and Trade-ins 317,070 244,730 321,186 451,580 458,790 431,213
Total Revenue 5,497,345 5,909,466 6,159,873 6,468,019 6,647,013 6,793,771
Expenditures
Salaries & Benefits 1,575,281 1,677,364 1,742,781 1,810,750 1,881,369 1,954,742
Operating, Maintenance & Contracts 2,442,512 2,672,949 2,726,408 2,780,936 2,836,555 2,893,286
Capital Outlay 2,953,915 1,428,500 1,508,039 2,140,236 2,305,015 2,385,411
Total Expenditures 6,971,708 5,778,813 5,977,228 6,731,922 7,022,939 7,233,439
Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures (1,474,363) 130,653 182,645 (263,903) (375,925) (439,667)
Beginning Fund Balance 3,976,045 2,501,682 2,632,335 2,814,980 2,551,077 2,175,152
Ending Fund Balance 2,501,682$ 2,632,335$ 2,814,980$ 2,551,077$ 2,175,152$ 1,735,484$
TOWN OF VAIL 2026 PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
HEAVY EQUIPMENT FUND
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Proposed
2024 2025 2026
Actuals Budget Budget
Revenue
Town of Vail Interagency Charge - Premiums 4,000,000$ 4,471,094$ 4,877,460$
Employee Contributions 904,324 943,859 975,000
Insurer Proceeds 714,562 430,000 405,000
Earnings on Investments 254,922 109,130 100,000
Total Revenue 5,873,809 5,954,083 6,357,460
Expenditures
Health Insurance Premiums 1,156,723 1,097,365 1,246,936
Claims Paid 4,385,006 5,519,226 5,573,002
Wellness Bonus 53,340 112,674 90,000
Professional Fees 96,198 42,000 155,000
Total Expenditures 5,691,268 6,771,265 7,064,938
Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures 182,541 (817,182) (707,478)
Beginning Fund Balance 5,074,525 5,257,066 4,439,884
Ending Fund Balance 5,257,066$ 4,439,884$ 3,732,406$
TOWN OF VAIL 2026 PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
HEALTH INSURANCE FUND
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2025
Amended 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Revenue
E911 Board Revenue 1,246,961$ 1,687,805$ 1,748,566$ 1,807,498$ 1,868,472$ 1,931,560$
Interagency Charges 1,982,148 2,158,752 2,231,443 2,306,650 2,384,463 2,464,972
Town of Vail Interagency Charge 827,330 936,217 967,742 1,000,358 1,034,104 1,069,020
Earnings on Investments and Other 54,000 43,000 45,000 18,000 19,000 21,000
Total Revenue 4,110,439 4,825,774 4,992,751 5,132,508 5,306,042 5,486,555
Expenditures
Salaries & Benefits 3,354,993 4,036,526 4,181,841 4,332,387 4,488,353 4,649,934
Operating, Maintenance & Contracts 722,869 687,072 700,813 714,830 729,126 743,709
Capital Outlay 847,110 - 1,500,000 - - - 2027: CAD Replacement
($1.5M)
Total Expenditures 4,924,972 4,723,598 6,382,654 5,047,217 5,217,479 5,393,643
Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures (814,533) 102,176 (1,389,904) 85,291 88,562 92,912
Change in Net Position (814,533) 102,176 (1,389,904) 85,291 88,562 92,912
Beginning Fund Balance 2,977,684 2,163,151 2,265,326 875,423 960,714 1,049,277
Ending Fund Balance 2,163,151$ 2,265,326$ 875,423$ 960,714$ 1,049,277$ 1,142,189$
TOWN OF VAIL 2026 PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
DISPATCH SERVICES FUND
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2024 2025 Proposed
Actuals Amended 2026 2027
Revenue
Rental Income 573,251$ -$ -$ -$
Ground Lease Buy-Out 5,000,000 - - -
Total Revenue 5,573,251 - - -
Expenditures
Operating, Maintenance & Contracts 358,673 - - -
Total Expenditures 358,673 - - -
Operating Income 5,214,578 - - -
Non-operating Revenues (Expenses)
Interest on Investments 69,478 - - -
Loan Principal Repayment to Capital Projects Fund (401,508) (407,530) (3,488,184) - Balance owed to CPF
Interest Payment to Capital Projects Fund (58,938) (55,379) - -
Total Non-operating Revenues (Expenses)(390,968) (462,909) (3,488,184) -
Surplus (Deficit) from Operations 4,823,610 (462,909) (3,488,184) -
Site/Podium/Land
Transfer to CPF for original land purchase - - - (4,399,500) Payment for TR original land
Transfer from Housing Fund- CDOT Land Acquisition 1,719,468 - - (1,719,468) Payment for CDOT land purchase
CDOT Land Acquisition (1,719,468) - - -
Timber Ridge Redevelopment TOV Comittment (30,129,485) (10,750,067) 22,696,647 6,740,246 5 year plan assumes: 75% Reimbursement in
2026; 25% in 2027 and only 60% total sales
Redevelopment Legal Fee Contingency (29,539) (20,461) - -
Transfer from Housing Fund- Site and Podium 9,093,287 10,541,295 - - @ 60 % Housing Fund will not be paid back
Transfer from General Fund- Site and Podium/legal fees 20,115,596 229,233 (20,344,829) (621,278) Transfer from GF to be paid back with sales
Total Site and Podium (950,141) - 2,351,818 -
Transfer to Housing Fund (5,000,000) - - -
Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures (1,126,531) (462,909) (1,136,366) -
Beginning Fund Balance 2,725,806 1,599,275 1,136,366 -
Ending Fund Balance 1,599,275$ 1,136,366$ -$ -$
TOWN OF VAIL 2026 PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
TIMBER RIDGE FUND
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2024 2025 Proposed
Actuals Amended 2026
Revenue
Rental Income 1,827,762$ 1,780,694$ 1,861,968$ 5% Rate Increase
Other Income 161,953 284,236 325,873
Investment Earnings 6,031 500 500
Total Revenue 1,995,745 2,065,430 2,188,341
Expenses
Operating, Maintenance & Contracts 668,599 776,383 790,143
Capital Outlay- RMV Construction - 27,918 -
Total Expenditures 668,599 804,301 790,143
Revenue Over Expenses 1,327,146 1,261,129 1,398,198
Other Financing Sources (Uses)
Fiscal Agent fees (3,500) (3,000) (3,000)
Principal Repayment (450,000) (450,000) (470,000)
Interest Expense (681,663) (828,753) (746,821)
Total Other Financing Sources (Uses)(1,135,163) (1,281,753) (1,219,821)
Change in Net Position 191,983 (20,624) 178,377
Beginning Fund Balance 482,717 674,701 654,077
Ending Fund Balance 674,701$ 654,077$ 832,454$
TOWN OF VAIL 2026 PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
RESIDENCES AT MAIN VAIL
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Town of Vail - 2026 Town Manager's Proposed Budget
Attachment A
Capital Project Narratives
Index Capital Project Title Year(s)Fund
C01 Energy Efficiency Upgrades 2026 - 2028 Capital Projects Fund
C02 Snowmelt Boilers Replacement (Placeholder)Ongoing Capital Projects Fund
C03 Vail Mobility Hub Expansion (Placeholder)2027 Capital Projects Fund
C04 Fire Sprinkler Upgrades at Bus Barn 2025-2026 Capital Projects Fund
C05 Lionshead Parking Structure East Stair Snowmelt 2027-2028 Capital Projects Fund
C06 Vail Run Bus Stop 2026 Capital Projects Fund
C07 Electric Bus Replacements and Bus Chargers 2029-2030 Capital Projects Fund
C08 Bus Camera Survallience System Update 2026 Capital Projects Fund
C09 Storm Drain Labeling 2026 Capital Projects Fund
C10 Kinnickinick East Bridge Rehabilitation 2026 Capital Projects Fund
C11 Roundabout Traffic Counters 2026 Capital Projects Fund
C12 Vail Road Bike Lanes & Sidewalk (Design)2026 Capital Projects Fund
C13 Vail Valley Drive Bike Lanes 2027 Capital Projects Fund
C14 Dobson Streetscape Improvements 2027 - 2028 Capital Projects Fund
C15 Finance Paperless AP Software Ongoing Capital Projects Fund
C16 Financial Management System Replacement 2027 Capital Projects Fund
C17 Axon Artifical Intelligence 2026 Capital Projects Fund
C18 Anti-Vehicle Barriers 2026 Capital Projects Fund
C19 Explosives Detection Canine 2026 Capital Projects Fund
C20 Main Vail Underpass Pedestrian Improvements 2026 Capital Projects Fund
C21 Design of Pedestrian Safety Bollards 2026 - 2028 Capital Projects Fund
C22 Additional Patrol Vehicles 2026 Capital Projects Fund
C23 Code Enforcement Pickup Trucks 2026 Capital Projects Fund
R01 Trash and Recycling Can Upgrades Ongoing Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
R02 Picnic Table and Street Seating Upgrades 2025 - 2027 Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
R03 Covered Bridge Pocket Park Rehabilitation 2026 Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
R04 Ford Park Playground Improvements 2027 - 2028 Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
R05 Ford Park Picnic Shelter Replacement 2029 - 2030 Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
R06 Ford Park Master Plan Projects (Placeholder)2026 - 2030 Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
R07 Art Studio Gathering Space at Ford Park 2026 Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
R08 Turf Grass Reduction 2026 - 2030 Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
R09 Donovan Park Improvements 2026 Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
R10 Red Sandstone Soft Surface Connector Trail 2026 Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
R11 North Rec Path Reconstruction - Sandstone Area 2026 Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
R12 Sole Power Plus App Expansion 2026 Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
R13 Additional Gutter Bin Installation 2026 Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
R14 Streambank Mitigation at Vail Golf Club Hole 11 2026 Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
H01 Vail InDeed Program Ongoing Housing Fund
H02 Timber Ridge Unit Purchases for Community Rental 2026 Housing Fund
IEH01 Timber Ridge Unit Purchases for Internal TOV Employee
Rental
2026 Internal Employee Housing Rental
Fund
Future Potential Projects (not currently included in Capital Plan)
C21 (CPF)Construction of Vail & Lionshead Village Bollards Unfunded Capital Projects Fund
R06 (RETT)Construction of Outcomes of Ford Park Master Plan Unfunded Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
FUT01 Geothermal Energy District - Phase 2 Unfunded Capital Projects or RETT Fund
FUT02 East & West Lionshead Circle Bike Lanes Unfunded Capital Projects Fund
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C01
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Energy Efficiency Upgrade Package
Budget:
Narrative: Based on the outcomes of the Energy Audit, staff is proposing an energy efficiency upgrade
package to achieve energy and carbon reductions while reducing the burden of utility bills. The
energy savings from facility improvement measures are guaranteed. This program has been
previously utilized by the Town of Vail, but enough time has passed that technology, facilities,
and energy rates make an EPC worthwhile again.
The investment grade audit has identified a comprehensive package of improvements to town
facilities that will save energy, reduce emissions, and improve the quality of the facilities for
employees and visitors to the town.
The recommended package improvements will advance the town’s leadership on decarbonized
and highly efficient energy use, and improve the guest experience, including:
•Net zero emissions at the library
•1,180 metric tons of emissions reduced
•Battery storage pilot at Donovan Pavilion
•First node for the geothermal energy district project
•$1M+ end of life avoided equipment replacements
•Enhanced lighting levels in the parking structure
•Eligible for state and federal incentives.
The 5-year capital plan includes the net cost of this project after anticipated grants and
reimbursements. This includes the following:
•Awarded State Geothermal Energy Tax Credit Offering (GETCO): $1,781,507
•Federal Geothermal, Solar, Battery, & EV Station Tax Credits: $2,089,449
•Utility/Other cost reimbursements: $7,500
Staff proposes cash-funding these energy upgrades. The energy savings are guaranteed by the
contractor for the payback period, provided that the Town continues to pay annual
measurement and verification costs.
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Environmental Sustainability: E.3
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Total
Capital Cost $9,123,235 $0 $0 $0 $0 $9,123,235
Grants/Reimbursements $1,781,507 $7,500 $2,273,725 $0 $0 $4,062,732
Net Cost to Town (Prior
to utility savings)
$7,341,728 $(7,500) $(2,273,725) $0 $0 $5,060,503
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Energy Conservation Measure (ECM)
Name Facility(s)Energy Conservation Measure Description Construction Cost*Rebates State Investment Tax
Credit
Federal Investment Tax
Credit Net Construction Cost Total Annual Savings
(2025 Basis)
Ground Source Heat Pump HVAC System
with Borefield and Future Energy District
Connection
Library, Dobson Ice Arena
Install new ground source heat exchanger and fourteen (14) water to air heat
pumps as well as electric backup heating capabilities. The design includes a
connection to the Dobson Ice Arena mechanical room to capture waste heat from
the ice plant compressors. 10-30 boreholes pending depth and final design.
Included provisions for connection to future thermal energy network (TEN).
$6,020,916 ($7,500)($1,781,507)($1,806,275)$2,425,635 -$771 (Includes cost of
adding air conditioning)
Snowmelt System Controls Lionshead Parking Garage, Bus Barn and Public Works Shop,
Donovan Park Pavillion, Lionshead Entry Implement snowmelt control strategy.$97,699 $0 $0 $0 $97,699 $118,235
Parking Garage LED Fixtures with Controls Lionshead Parking Structure, Vail Parking Garage
Replace existing, end-of-life LED Lighting, and install fixture mounted motions
sensors to optimize energy savings and meet current code requirements.$517,870 $0 $0 $0 $517,870 $22,758
Solar Photovoltaics and Battery Storage Vail Library, Donovan Park Pavillion
Install roof mounted solar PV Systems. Library (31 kW-DC) . Install roof mounted
solar PV system (18 kW-DC) with BESS (60 kWh Battery Energy Storage System) for
resiliency.
$863,884 $0 $0 ($259,165)$604,719 $12,284
EV Charging Stations Donovan Park Pavillion, Stephen's Park, Golf Club, Public Works
and Bus Barn
(23) Level 2 Chargers. Also includes $27,000 Grant match for Charge Ahead
Colorado at Public Works and Bus Barn $694,283 ($150,000)$0 ($208,285)$335,998 $15,000
Occupant and Operator Engagement
Program (powerED)
Community Development, Vail Fire Station 1 , Vail Fire Station 2
, Vail Fire Station 3, Golf Club, Library, Lionshead
Transportation and Welcome Center, Municipal Building (Office,
police, etc.), Public Works Admin (office), Public Works Shop &
Bus Barn, Vail Rec District Gymnastics Center*, Donovan Park
Pavillion*, Vail Tennis Center*, Buzzard Park Housing**,
Information Center**
[*Process Only, **People Only]
Occupant and operator 2-year engagement program focused on both identification
of low to no cost operational savings and occupant engagement/awareness
programs to promote educational awareness. Some level of community campaign
support may be included.
$154,000 $0 $0 $0 $154,000 $23,000
Heat Tape/ Tracing Controls
Vail Community Development, Fire Station 1, Fire Station 2,
Golf Club, Information Center, Lionshead Transportation and
Welcome Center, Lionshead Transit Center, Vail Municipal
Building, Public Works Admin, Vail Tennis Center, Town
Manager's Residence, Public Works Shop and Bus Barn
Install temperature-based controllers to optimize heat trace run time and reduce
unnecessary energy use.$139,349 $0 $0 $0 $139,349 $8,046
Controls Upgrades Municipal Building (including PD), Public Works and Bus Barn Upgrade controls at multiple buildings to optimize facility operations, occupant
comfort, and energy savings.$250,450 $0 $0 $0 $250,450 $4,252
Window Inserts Municipal Building Install window inserts on existing windows on ten (10) South facing windows to
improve window performance and occupant comfort.$17,350 $0 $0 $0 $17,350 $614
Building Insulation Town Managers Home Add weather stripping and insulation to building envelope to reduce infiltration and
improve occupant comfort.$18,625 $0 $0 $0 $18,625 $139
Test and Balance Community Development, Vail Village Snowmelt System
Test and balance airside and/or waterside equipment to get equipment back to
design operating conditions. Waterside (glycol/water) under pavers only for
snowmelt system.
$51,420 $0 $0 $0 $51,420 Included in Snowmelt
savings
Fire Pit Flame Reduction Fire Pits: Gore Creek and Wall St Furnish and install smaller burners at the fire pits to reduce natural gas usage.$25,710 $0 $0 $0 $25,710 $1,177
Air Source Heat Pump for Domestic Water Community Development
Replace existing domestic hot water heater with a air source heat pump to serve
the domestic hot water to the building. $24,444 $0 $0 $0 $24,444 ($121)
Strategic Asset Planning/Inventory
Bighorn Park Restroom, Buffehr Creek Restroom, Checkpoint
Charlie, Community Development, Donovan Park Pavillion,
Donovan Park Restroom, Vail Fire Station 1, Vail Fire Station 2,
Vail Fire Station 3, Ford Park Restroom. Golf Club, Information
Center, Library, Lionshead Transportation and Welcome
Center, Municipal Building, Public Works Admin, Public Works
Shop & Bus Barn, Ski Museum, Stephens Park Restrooms,
Town Manager’s Residence, Vail Rec District Gymnastics
Center, Vail Tennis Center, Wall Street Restrooms
Asset condition and end-of-use replacement assessments for
mechanical/electrical/plumbing systems planning. The inventory and capital
budgeting will include evaluation of what the best future replacement will be for
the lowest carbon impact. This will help the town to include its carbon reduction
goals during future asset replacements.
$45,000 $0 $0 $0 $45,000 $0
Project Totals $8,921,000 ($157,500)($1,781,507)($2,273,725)$4,708,268 205,260$
$226,164
EPC Construction Total $9,147,164
Net Cost to Vail (with contingency)$4,934,432
Annual CO2 Reduction 1151 Metric Tons
Portfolio Percentage CO2 Reduction 13%
Annual Savings 205,260$
* Since design, project management and other project related costs are distributed among the ECMs, the project cost will not go up or down by exactly the amounts shown here if a ECM or ECMs are removed from the final contracted scope of work.
Proprietary and Confidential
Town of Vail Energy Performance Contract
Energy Conservation Measures - Recommended Project Costs and Savings
(Note: Changes to any measure may result in adjustments to the grant availability, utility savings, and project management fees charged to other measures)
Vail Controlled Contigency
Date Printed: 10/9/2025
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C02
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Snowmelt Boilers Replacement
Budget:
Narrative: The 5-Year Capital plan includes placeholders for routine replacement of the Town’s Snowmelt
System Boilers with like-natural gas boilers. Two boilers are scheduled for replacement in 2027,
and one in 2028.
Staff will continue to evaluate the condition of the boilers, and will only replace if deemed
necessary. Should the Town move forward with a Geothermal Energy District in the future, an
upgraded system be installed in place of these boilers.
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Replacement Cost $0 $1,025,000 $525,000 $0 $0
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C03
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Vail Mobility Hub Expansion (Placeholder for TOV Match)
Budget:
Narrative: The purpose of this project is to build a new Arrival Center/Vail Mobility Hub at the Vail
Transportation Center. The Town received a $750,000 grant (50/50 match) to begin the design
of an expanded mobility hub, which is an on-going project. This $2M, along with CDOT’s $6.4M
and a TBD amount from Core Transit, will function as placeholders to provide matching funds
for a future potential Federal Transit Facility grant.
Photos:
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Community, Experience, Economy, Environmental
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $0 $2,000,000 $0 $0 $0
212
C04
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Fire Sprinkler Upgrades at Bus Barn
Budget:
Narrative: The existing fire sprinkler system in the bus barn is not adequate to suppress a battery fire
should it occur in one of the electric buses. Electric vehicles and batteries burn much hotter and
longer than gas powered vehicles.
This project was originally proposed in the 2023 budget process with an estimated design and
construction cost of $600,000. In the 2025 first supplemental, an additional $180,000 was
approved to support a higher construction cost.
As staff has investigated the current technology and best practices for suppressing large battery
fires, it has become apparent that the cost of a viable solution will be significantly higher, at
approximately $1,750,000. Since the capital preview, staff has received an updated
construction cost estimate. The entire cost can be accommodated in the 2025 budget sources.
Staff proposes moving forward with a total project budget of $1,750,791 $850,000 from the
following sources:
•Current 2025 Amended budget: $780,000
•Re-allocation of the savings from Bus Barn Charger Expansion budget:
$70,000
•Additional funding proposed in 2026 budget: $702,000
This project will provide best practice fire protection for the Town of Vail bus barn which have a
replacement value of $30M-$40M. At this time there is no Building Code requirement for this,
nor is there any current standards that will completely extinguish electric bus fires. Best
practice at this time is a Fire Sprinkler Deluge system with roof vents as designed. If we move
forward with this FS system, there is no guarantee it will save all assets; however, it will
minimize any potential damage and assist the ability of the Fire Dept. to fight the fire safely.
There also is no guarantee that a different code required solution may be developed/required
in the future, but at this time there is none.
This project is a best practice solution to save extensive damage to Vail’s fleet of buses,
structure, property and employees. If there is a fire event in the bus barn without any type of
suppression the loss of buses could cripple our transit system as a whole, with replacements
being 1-2 years out.
2025
(Proposed
Adjusted)
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $1,048,791 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
213
C05
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Lionshead Parking Structure East Stair Snowmelt System
Budget:
Narrative: The East Stair of the Lionshead Parking Structure that provides access to Dobson/Library often
builds up ice during the Winter, presenting a safety concern and requiring a high level of staff
time to keep clear. Staff is proposing to construct snowmelted stairs similar to the West Side of
the structure to mitigate this issue. First steps would be to engage a design engineer to
understand options, pro/cons, and magnitude of costs.
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Public Safety
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Design Cost $150,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction Cost $0 $750,000 $0 $0 $0
214
C06
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Vail Run Bus Stop
Budget:
Narrative: The Vail Transit Optimization Plan identified that a new westbound bus stop along the South
Frontage Road at Vail Run coupled with the new extended Lions Ridge Loop bus route would
provide enhanced service for the Sandstone neighborhood to access West Vail. The Bus Stop
would be similar to the newly constructed bus stop at Marriott Residence Inn in West Vail. The
first phase of the Optimization plan is planned to be implemented for the 2026 summer season.
It would be beneficial to have this bus stop installed in 2026. This project will aid in achieving
the Strategic Goal for Transportation by enhancing transit usage.
Photos:
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Transportation, Community, Environmental
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $375,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
215
C07
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Electric Bus Replacements and Bus Chargers
Budget:
Narrative: The town is scheduled to replace 8 diesel buses with battery electric buses in 2029 and to replace 6
diesel buses with battery electric buses in 2030. This will require an upgrade in charging capacity to
expand our electric fleet. The project will require 2 Power Blocks and 4 Express Plus chargers for a total
of 8 nozzles for charging in 2029 and will require 2 Power Blocks and 4 Express Plus dual port chargers in
2030 to meet the demands of the new electric buses.
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Transportation and Environmental
Photo:
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Electric Buses Cost $0 $0 $0 $
Additional Charger Cost $0 $0 $0 $695,000 $840,000
216
C08
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Bus Camera Surveillance System Update
Budget:
Narrative: The surveillance camera system in the Town’s bus fleet is due for a routine replacement. The
current system will no longer be supported.
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Public Safety
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $320,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
217
C09
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Storm Drain Labeling
Budget:
Narrative: Staff is proposing to label all town storm drains to indicate drainage to the creek. All
stormwater inlets in Vail will have approximately 4" diameter medallion indicating that water
entering the drain flows into Gore Creek and no waste should be dumped.
Photos:
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: E - Environmental Sustainability (E.1)
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $90,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
218
C10
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Kinnikinnick East Bridge Rehabilitation
Budget:
Narrative: The Town of Vail in conjunction with CDOT completes a Bi-Annual Bridge inspection of all the
Town of Vail vehicle bridges. The report provides guidance to Town Staff on completing bridge
maintenance items. Kinnikinnick East Bridge has been identified to be in need of upgraded
bridge rails and concrete repairs, similar to work that was done on Kinnikinnick West Bridge
several years ago.
Photos:
Kinnikinnick East
Kinnikinnick West
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $500,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
219
C11
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Roundabout Traffic Counters
Budget:
Narrative: The 2024 Mobility & Transportation Master Plan recommends installing permanent traffic
counters at the Main Vail and West Vail Roundabouts to monitor traffic volumes. The
information gathered can be utilized in the future to determine if capacity improvements are
necessary and project when/if they should be implemented. Currently the Town only gets
snapshots of peak period traffic times every few years. Having the ability to monitor day to day
traffic and understand how often peak traffic volumes are reached at key intersections, like the
Vail roundabouts, will allow staff to better understand when and if capacity improvements
identified in the 2024 Mobility & Transportation Master Plan need to be budgeted for.
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $250,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
220
C12
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Vail Road Bike Lanes and Sidewalks
Budget:
Narrative: Vail Road from West Meadow Drive to W. Forest Road is a part of the Gore Valley Trail and
does not provide adequate pedestrian and bicycle accommodations, which creates safety and
user experience concerns, and creates confusion as to where users of the GVT should go. Most
users wind up making their way through the Vail Village, which increases bicycle traffic within
the pedestrian village. In order to alleviate this confusion and provide safer accommodations,
and some traffic calming, it is recommended to add 5' designated bike lanes and a 6' sidewalk
connection along this section of Vail Road. Providing appropriate bike accommodations will
improve safety and provide some traffic calming effects.
This project is recommended by the 2045 Vail Mobility and Transportation Master Plan and
modifies the existing roadways to accommodate formal bike lanes, modifying the existing
striping and gutters to provide 9' travel lanes and 5' bike lanes, as well as a sidewalk connection
along Vail Road. This work should occur in conjunction with the scheduled 2027 asphalt
overlays for Vail Valley Drive and Vail Road.
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Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Transportation and Public Safety
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Design $50,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction Unfunded – Estimated cost $1.0M
221
C13
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Vail Valley Drive Bike Lanes
Budget:
Narrative: Vail Valley Drive from Meadow Drive to Gold Peak is a critical bicycle and pedestrian connection
from Vail Village to Gold Peak and Ford Park areas and the Gore Valley Trail. Currently Vail
Valley Drive does not provide adequate bicycle accommodations, which creates safety and user
experience concerns. Providing appropriate bike accommodations will improve safety and
provide some traffic calming effects.
This project is recommended by the 2045 Vail Mobility and Transportation Master Plan and
modifies the existing roadways to accommodate formal bike lanes, modifying the existing
striping and gutters to provide 9' travel lanes and 5' bike lanes. This work should occur in
conjunction with the scheduled 2027 asphalt overlays for Vail Valley Drive and Vail Road.
Photos:
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Transportation, Community, Experience
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $50,000 $750,000 $0 $0 $0
222
C14
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Dobson Streetscape Improvements
Budget:
Narrative: Staff is proposing the construction of streetscape improvements between East end of the
Lionshead Welcome Center and West Meadow Drive. The Dobson streetscape was removed
over 10 years ago with a condition it would be replaced within 2-3 years. The timeline was
delayed due to the Civic Area Master Planning and Dobson Ice Areana Remodel. The project
should be designed in 2027 to be ready for construction in 2028. This project includes
improvements at Lot 10 on the East side of Dobson. The total construction costs will be
dependent on final design, and this would likely be a phased construction project. Staff’s
current best estimate for construction costs is $5,000,000.
Photos:
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Community, Experience
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Design Cost $0 $500,000 $0 $0 $0
Construction Cost $0 $0 $5,000,000 $0 $0
223
C15
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Finance Paperless A/P Software
Budget:
Narrative: Staff is requesting a $35K (annual) budget to implement a new Accounts Payable (AP) system
which would modernize our financial operations. The initiative aligns with our strategic goals of
fiscal responsibility, operational efficiency, environmental stewardship, and innovation. By
replacing manual, paper-based processes with a secure, automated AP platform, we anticipate
improved processing speed, reduced errors, enhanced audit oversight, reduced environmental
impact, and enhanced service delivery.
As the Town of Vail has grown and added new projects, new funds to account for, and
additional component units; we have also experienced increased complexity and demand for
AP processing services. At the same time outside of the organization, technology and business
processes have advanced to offer increased operational efficiencies through the adoption of
such AP systems.
Under our current structure, the finance department has limited resources to validate
approvals which are currently done with paper and wet signatures. Once approved, invoices are
manually entered into our financial system for payment by each department and submitted via
hard-copy to finance for processing. Moving this process to an entirely digital solution would
provide a clear, time-stamped audit trail for every invoice and approval--which we are required
to furnish in our audit. This would enhance internal controls and reduce the risk of fraud or
duplicate payments.
A digital, web-based system would also reduce the amount of time spent on manual entry of
invoices. Invoices would only need to be coded in the system once, which would then flow
through approvals into the Town's financial system. Whereas currently, even a one page invoice
requires a minimum of 4 pages of printing to process; a digital solution would reduce this to
one page for check payments and zero for ACH. Manual scanning of invoices could also be
eliminated for vendor submitted invoices via email. The increased labor efficiency from this
improved process would allow staff to focus on higher-value tasks like vendor management,
financial analysis, internal audit, and reconciliation.
Investing in a paperless AP system is a strategic move that better positions the Town's financial
processes for future development and growth. Increased efficiencies will allow staff more time
to oversee audit transparency and compliance. The reduction in paper printing would save an
estimated 30,000 pages of paper annually. Additionally, these systems may offer additional
transparency to our vendors and internal users.
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Annual Licensing Cost
(ongoing)
$35,000 $35,000 $35,000 $35,000 $35,000
224
C16
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Financial Management System Replacement
Budget:
Narrative: The New World Finance system was first implemented in 2014 and went into service in 2015.
While Tyler continues to maintain the product, it is no longer making meaningful upgrades or
improvements. In 2025, the Town took its first step toward moving off New World by
implementing payroll in Workday, which is currently handled in NWS. As departments across
the organization adopt new software, it is becoming increasingly clear that New World does not
integrate well or function effectively with other systems.
Staff is proposing to move forward with the implementation of a new finance system in 2027
through a full RFP process. The project will require additional resources and is expected to take
6 to 8 months to complete.
The primary goal is to create greater efficiencies within the Finance Department, reduce errors,
and strengthen oversight of the Town’s financial management. In addition, a modern system
will provide:
- Improved integration across departments ensuring that finance data seamlessly connects with
payroll, HR, procurement, and other operational systems.
- Enhanced transparency and reporting for both internal and external users
- Stronger internal controls by reducing the risk of errors and improving compliance with
financial and IRS requirements.
- Scalability for the future by allowing the Town to adapt as new technologies, regulations, and
best practices evolve.
- User-friendly tools to make it easier for staff across all departments to access the financial
information, enter invoices, request bills, track expenditures, contracts, and grants.
- Cost-effectiveness by reducing inefficiencies, manual workarounds, and the need for multiple
disconnected software solutions.
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Implementation Cost $0 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000
Annual Licensing Cost
(Ongoing)
$0 $1,000,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000
225
C17
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Axon Artificial Intelligence
Budget:
Narrative: Staff is requesting approval to adopt the Axon Al Era Plan, which aims to enhance operational
efficiency and reduce administrative burdens across the department. This technology package was developed
specifically for law enforcement to streamline processes, support frontline staff, and improve response
capabilities. With staffing challenges and increasing demands on law enforcement, this solution provides an
immediate force multiplier effect.
The Axon AI Era Plan includes access to a full suite of AI-powered tools, including:
• Draft One - Auto-generates police report narratives from BWC audio, reducing reportwriting time by
up to 67%. Officers must review and finalize all reports to ensure accountability and accuracy.
• Unlimited Auto-Transcribe - Rapidly turns audio into searchable transcripts to accelerate evidence
review.
• Smart Capture - Extracts and tags key data from images (e.g., IDs, plates) for quick insights.
• Brief One - Summarizes large case files to assist with investigations (available in 2025).
• Form One - Pre-fills common forms based on audio transcripts and metadata.
• Policy Chat and Real-Time Translation - Enhances field support by providing instant policy guidance and
multilingual communication.
• Redaction Assistant - Included at no additional cost, automates video redaction and improves public
records response times.
These tools are natively integrated within the Axon ecosystem and will evolve with future AI innovations at no
additional charge during the contract term.
Strategic Benefit includes:
• Officer Time Savings: Pilot agencies report saving hundreds of hours annually, improving officer
retention and availability for calls for service.
• Improved Report Quality and Review: Draft One enhances spelling, grammar, and clarity, supporting
justice system workflows and supervisor review.
• Enhanced Transparency and Community Trust: Features like Redaction Assistant and Real-Time
Translation promote trust and responsiveness.
• Increased Field Safety: Less screen time during report writing improves situational awareness.
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Public Safety
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Annual Licensing Cost $83,541 $83,541 $83,541 $83,541 $83,541
226
C18
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Anti-Vehicle Barriers
Budget:
Narrative: The Vail Police Department is requesting that the Town Council approve a supplemental budget
allocation of $135,000 for the purchase of Meridian Anti-Vehicle Barriers to enhance public
safety during special events and improve temporary traffic control throughout the Town of Vail.
Meridian barriers are crash-certified, modular vehicle mitigation systems that offer proven
protection against unauthorized vehicle intrusions. These barriers are portable, quick to deploy,
and widely used by municipalities across the country to secure high-traffic pedestrian areas and
public events. Their implementation is a proactive measure to address the increasing risk of
both intentional vehicle attacks and accidental incursions into crowded spaces.
Vail hosts numerous large-scale events year-round, including festivals, concerts, farmers
markets, and seasonal celebrations, all of which draw significant pedestrian traffic to public
areas. The proposed barriers will serve as a crucial safety enhancement by reducing
vulnerability in these spaces and providing event organizers and public safety personnel with
reliable perimeter control tools.
In addition to event security, the barriers will be a valuable resource for traffic diversion, road
closures, and emergency response operations, supporting a wide range of municipal needs. The
total cost for the proposed barrier system is $135,000, which includes the purchase of the
equipment and necessary deployment accessories.
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Public Safety
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $135,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
227
C19
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Explosives Detection Canine
Budget:
Narrative: Staff is proposing to acquire one explosives detection K9 unit. Currently, the only other K9 unit
available in the State of Colorado is located in Denver, and its deployment is limited to
emergency situations. This limited availability poses a challenge for the Town of Vail, which
hosts a substantial number of high-profile events, concerts, and gatherings throughout the
year. The establishment of a local K9 unit would allow us to take a proactive approach to public
safety by conducting thorough bomb sweeps, securing event venues in advance, and
responding rapidly to potential threats. This capability would not only reduce our reliance on
outside resources but also provide peace of mind to residents, visitors, and event organizers,
reinforcing Vail’s reputation as a safe and secure destination.
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Public Safety
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $16,500 $0 $0 $0 $0
228
C20
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Main Vail Underpass Pedestrian Improvements
Budget:
Narrative: The 2045 Vail Mobility and Transportation Master Plan recommends adding pedestrian
improvements at the Main Vail Underpass to provide a safer experience for all users and to
accommodate the additional volume of pedestrians from the soon to be completed Housing
Developments. This project is currently under design in 2025. The project will widen the
existing sidewalk, add a sidewalk to the east side, provide connection to the Municipal building,
and connection to the Spraddle Creek trailhead. This project will also give an opportunity to
create an enhanced entrance aesthetic to Vail within the underpass, pending budget
availability.
Photos:
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Transportation, Community, Experience
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Design Cost $250,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction Cost $0 $3,000,000 $0 $0 $0
229
C21
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Pedestrian Safety Bollards at Vail and Lionshead Village
Budget:
Narrative: The purpose of this project is to install a combination of permanent bollards, retractable
bollards, and planters to control unauthorized vehicles from entering non-vehicular areas
within Vail Village and Lionshead Village. The Town is currently in the process of installing the
pilot project at Ford Park – EBFW, and in preliminary design of installing bollards at Village
Center Drive/E Meadow Drive, Vail Rd./E. Meadow Drive, and Lionshead west alley by the
Arrabelle entry. The intent is to complete design on the full program of bollards in Vail Village,
Lionshead and Ford Park incrementally, so that the Town has shovel ready projects if grant
funding becomes available.
The total construction cost has been previously estimated at $8-$10M, and is currently
unfunded in the 5-year capital plan. Staff will continue to look for grant opportunities.
.
Photos:
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Design Cost $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $0 $0
Construction Cost Unfunded in 5-year plan; Estimated at $8-10M
230
C22
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Additional Patrol Vehicles
Budget:
Narrative: The Vail Police Department respectfully requests funding for three additional police vehicles
and associated equipment to support our operational capacity, ensure officer safety, and
maintain the high standards of service expected by the community. This expansion is critical to
address increased demands on our patrol division and ensure each officer is equipped with
reliable and standardized tools.
The cost for each vehicle and associated equipment is $92,000.
Photos:
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Public Safety
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $276,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
231
C23
Capital Projects Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Additional Code Enforcement Vehicles
Budget:
Narrative: The Vail Police Department respectfully requests funding to purchase essential law
enforcement vehicles and corresponding equipment to accommodate our increased staffing.
The two vehicles proposed are pickup trucks.
Since acquiring two FTE from the Parking Department, there will be seven code enforcement
officers, and we only three vehicles. Additional vehicles and equipment are required to ensure
our officers have the necessary resources to perform their duties efficiently.
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Public Safety
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $126,645 $0 $0 $0 $0
232
R01
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Trash and Recycling Can Upgrades
Budget:
Narrative: The existing trash and recycle cans throughout Town are showing wear and tear. Many people
find the hidden latch difficult to use, many of the latches need replacement, many of the
artistic panels need to be re-powder coated.
There is a total of 314 cans in 157 locations throughout the Villages and Parking Structures.
Staff requesting an annual replacement budget of $75,000 to replace 60 existing cans with 30
new double cans each year. All cans would be replaced by 2031.
Photos:
Current Style at most Locations Proposed Double-Can Replacement Style
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $75,000 $75,000 $75,000 $75,000 $75,000
233
R02
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Picnic Table and Street Seating Upgrades
Budget:
Narrative: During the 2020 pandemic, the town purchased approximately twenty-five picnic tables to be placed in
Lionshead and Vail Villages as a way to provide additional outdoor seating and dining options. While the
blue powder-coated tables have been beneficial, and are still well-used, funding has been allotted in
2025 to replace them with a style more in line with the aesthetics of Vail’s village areas.
Concurrently, the town’s Economic Development team reached out to Public Works staff with an idea
for improving “hang out” areas in the Villages by adding a few commercial-grade Adirondack chairs in
key areas. By providing alternative, comfortable seating options, people can relax and enjoy the villages,
with a goal of increasing “linger time” in the commercial cores. Public Works and Economic
Development staff met to discuss furniture aesthetics and anticipated maintenance requirements.
Preferred furniture characteristics:
• Style: a contemporary Vail aesthetic
• Comfort: comfortable benches and seating for increased “linger time”
• Maintenance: powder-coated steel frames with easily maintained wood surfaces
• Durability: purchase commercial-grade furniture for reduced maintenance
• Heat retention: avoid materials and colors that tend to get very hot in the sun such as recycled plastics
• Weight: heavy enough to generally stay in place
• ADA accessibility: provide accessible tables as needed
Staff is requesting an additional $90,000 in 2026 and $20,000 in 2027 to complete the full picnic table
and street seating upgrades.
Photos:
Current street furniture to be replaced
2025
Amended
2026
2027
2028
2029
2030
Capital Cost $107,000 $90,000 $20,000 $0 $0 $0
234
R03
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Covered Bridge Pocket Park Rehabilitation
Budget:
Narrative: Staff is requesting $225,000 to repair and improve the existing landscape around the 10th
Mountain Division Statue and the entrance to the Covered Bridge. The existing flagstone walk,
turf grass and shrub beds are in poor condition considering the prominent location. The work
will include relocation of a Village Light Fixture, removal of a former zip-line support post, and
placement of new landscape features and plant material.
Photos:
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $225,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
235
R03
236
R04
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Ford Park Playground Improvements
Budget:
Narrative: In 2024, important safety and maintenance improvements were performed to stabilize the 25-
35 year old play area. However, the underlying structural deficiencies associated with aging
wood structures still exist and there are important playground safety needs to be rectified. This
project will look to fully renovate Vail's oldest play area to ensure it complies with current
guidelines, ADA, and Vail's tradition of art-inspired play to provide an exceptional play
experience for Vail's residents and guests. The $300K in 2027 will be used for design, the $2.2M
in 2028 would be for construction.
Photos:
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Design Cost $0 $0 $2,200,000 $0 $0
Construction Cost $0 $300,000 $0 $0 $0
237
R04
238
R05
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Ford Park Picnic Shelter Replacement
Budget:
Narrative: The Ford Park Master Plan envisions replacing and relocating the existing picnic shelter. The
existing shelter is one of the park's original structures, however it is a very tight space, and in
need of structural repairs. Relocating the structure could provide an opportunity to expand on
the Art Program in Ford Park by creating a sculpture garden space between the Morales
sculpture and the new Art Studio. This request will fund the design and construction of the new
shelter.
Photos:
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $0 $0 $0 $100,000 $750,000
239
R06
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Ford Park Master Plan (Design)
Budget:
Narrative: This request provides funding to accomplish goals of the Ford Park Masterplan. Projects
include ADA Compliance, wayfinding, expanded maintenance facilities, etc.
The 2025 Budget provides funding to begin a study on these types of projects. The two top
priorities at this time are providing ADA compliance into and through the park, and to provide
improved wayfinding signing. ADA compliance will likely require removal and replacement of
several walkways. The construction of these projects could begin in 2028. Wayfinding is likely a
simpler project, and implementation could begin as a plan is developed. Improving/expanding
the existing maintenance facility at the north end of West Betty Ford Way would assist in the
goal of expanding maintenance by VRD and BFAG, reducing traffic within the park by TOV
crews.
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Design Cost $100,000 $100,000 $0 $0 $0
Construction Cost Currently Unknown and Unfunded – Pending outcomes of design
240
R07
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Art Studio Gathering Space at Ford Park
Budget:
Narrative: Staff is proposing to design and construct an outdoor gathering space on the north end of the Art
Studio in Ford Park. This is an opportunity to create a new multi-purpose space in the park,
overlooking Gore Creek. The space can be programmed by either organization or utilized by
the general public. At the completion of the Art Studio, this area was seeded with grass but
generally left unfinished.
This project will partner with the Betty Ford Alpine Garden, who will provide $100,000 to the
project provided by a private donation.
Photos:
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $300,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
241
R07
242
R08
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Turf Grass Reduction
Budget:
Narrative: Elimination of non-functional bluegrass turf is a project that began several years ago as a way to
reduce the town's outdoor water use. Several projects have been successfully completed. The
state of Colorado has passed a law that prohibit municipalities from installing new areas of non-
functional turf, although it doesn't currently require it's removal. The removal of bluegrass turf
has several benefits besides saving water. It also reduces fertilizer and chemical application
needs which helps with water-quality efforts, and, it reduces the weekly maintenance that
bluegrass requires. If the area is transitioned into shrubs, then instead of mowing 1X/week, a
crew moves through once or twice/season for weeding. If the area is transitioned into native
grass, the watering is reduced by 2/3, and mowing now occurs 1X/season instead of 1X/week.
With current labor challenges, this is very advantageous because it allows maintenance crews
to focus on other tasks.
Staff is currently working on the completion of turf reduction at the Main Vail Roundabotu in
2025.
Staff is requesting $95,000 in 2026 and $70,000 in 2030 for turf replacement projects in Ford
Park. One goal of the Ford Park Masterplan Update is to shift turf maintenance responsibilities
from TOV crews to VRD crews in order to reduce TOV truck traffic from the Lower Bench of the
park. One way to make that transition easier is to reduce current VRD maintenance
responsibilities. This request will remove nearly 10,000 sf of non-functional turf near the
Tennis Center and along the south edge of the softball fields, thus reducing current VRD
maintenance.
Additionally, staff proposes $65,000 in 2028 for Turf Reduction at the West Vail Roundabout.
Photos:
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Ford Park Cost $95,000 $0 $0 $0 $75,000
West Vail Roundabout $0 $0 $65,000 $0 $0
243
R09
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Donovan Park Playground Improvements
Budget:
Narrative: The wooden play structures at Donovan Park are over 20 years old and are in need of repairs
including the replacement of multiple play components (slides, climbers, etc), replacement of
wood decks, structural repairs, and maintenance of the two art components, "Mother and
Child" that require dismantling and repainting.
Photos:
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $425,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
244
R10
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Red Sandstone Soft Surface Connector Trail
Budget:
Narrative: This funding request is for the construction of a new soft-surface hiking and mountain biking
trail that would connect the Spraddle Creek/Son of Middle Creek Trailhead to Red Sandstone
Road. It is identified in the 2018 Open Lands Plan Update as a trail connection. The project
would be completed as a partnership between the Town of Vail and the Vail Valley Mountain
Trails Alliance (VVMTA), a non-profit organization dedicated to improving Eagle County’s trail
system. It is anticipated that the trail can be constructed on Town of Vail-owned property and
would not require US Forest Service approvals. The new trail would serve several user groups
that include residents of the existing Red Sandstone neighborhoods, the new South Face
workforce housing residents (2028) and the current trail user community by creating a soft-
surface connection between the North Trail and the Son of Middle Creek Trail. VVMTA can
construct the trail with their dedicated trail crew and a team of volunteers that have helped
build and improve numerous trails in Eagle County over the past decade. The project would
require a vigorous public engagement process, and would need to follow guidelines outlined in
the Open Lands Plan for new trail construction.
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $0 $42,000 $0 $0 $0
245
R11
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: North Rec Path Reconstruction – Red Sandstone Area
Budget:
Narrative: The 2,000 ft section of North Recreation Trail between Sun Vail Condominiums and Vail Run
Condominiums is in degrading condition and should be reconstructed. It's one of the last
original sections of Vail's trail system that has not been rebuilt over the past 30 years. It will
require some new walls and will be widened to 11' per the new GoVail Transportation
Masterplan.
Photos:
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $375,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
246
R11
247
R12
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Sole Power Plus
Budget:
Narrative: Staff is requesting $25,000 in 2026 for the third phase of the Sole Power mobile app
development. As Sole Power transitions to Sole Power Plus and including bus ridership and
carpooling, an in-app incentive program will further incentivize and streamline providing
participants with rewards for taking and tracking their green commuting efforts. This will allow
businesses to sponsor the program by providing a discount to users that is received directly
through the mobile app when participants achieve different milestones (for example after 20
green commuting trips or 100 miles logged, the participant receives a coupon in the form of a
QR code for $10 off at one of the sponsors). The outcome will be greater participation in the
Sole Power Plus program due to the robust and streamlined in-app incentive program. More
people will commute to work, social engagements and running errands via bus, carpooling,
bike, walking, etc. reducing vehicle miles traveled in single occupancy vehicles, parking
congestion, and related GHG emissions.
Phase 1 of the Sole Power App Development began in 2024 with a cost of $50,000. Phase 2 of
the app development is currently under going to accommodate the “Sole Power Plus”
adjustments which includes additional leaderboards for bus ridership/carpooling, etc.
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal:
Transportation Goal: By 2029, people who live, work, and
recreate in Vail use Core Transit and Town of Vail Transit as
their preferred method of transportation as evidenced by a
reduction in the percentage of vehicles parking in Vail Village
and Lionshead Parking Structures that originate from Eagle
County from 72% to 50%. More Specifically reducing the
percentage of parked vehicles which start their day in Vail
from 32% to 20%; and reducing the percentage of parked
vehicles which begin their day in Eagle County but outside of
Vail from 40% to 30%. Strategy: Incentivize bus use.
Environmental Sustainability Goal: Reduce 2014 baseline
carbon emissions by 25% by 2025, 50% by 2030, and 80% by
2050; Strategy: Implement transportation and mobility
programs to reduce emissions.
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $25,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
248
R13
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Additional Gutter Bin Installation
Budget:
Narrative: Staff is proposing to install gutter bins on an additional 25% of Town storm drains. These
devices catch pollution before they make it to Gore Creek.
The cost to install the first 25% of gutter bins was $420,000 in 2022. Costs have risen
somewhat since 2022.
After these are installed, they will incur an additional $90,000 each year in contracted cleaning
costs to clear debris and pollution.
Photos:
In September 2024, this gutter bin captured spilled chlorine from a trash truck preventing what could have
been a disaster for the creek.
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Environmental
Increase the installation of pollution catchment devices (gutter bins or similar) to 50% of town storm drains.
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $450,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Ongoing Cleaning Cost $90,000 annually
249
R14
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Streambank Mitigation / Vail Golf Club Vegetation Master Plan – Vail Golf Club Hole 11
Budget:
Narrative: Three projects identified in the Vail Golf Club Vegetation Master Plan will be taken to 50%
design during the planning process already underway.
Staff is requesting a $150,000 placeholder for a grant match to pursue one of those three
projects in 2026: Completion of a streambank stabilization and riparian restoration project on
the Hole 11 fairway of the Vail Golf Club. The total cost of this project is estimated at $450,000.
Staff will explore grant opportunities as they become available, including grants from the
National Fish & Wildlife Foundation. Utilization of this placeholder is contingent upon receiving
a grant for towards the project.
Complete implementation of the Vail Golf Club Vegetation Master Plan is anticipated to occur
over a 5-10 period.
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $150,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
250
H01
Housing Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Vail InDeed Program
Budget:
Narrative: Vail InDEED is the Town’s deed restriction purchase program, is created to incentivize
homeowners and real estate buyers/sellers to deed restrict their property to help the Town
meet the 2027 Housing Strategic Plan goal of acquiring an additional 1,000 deed restricted units
by the year 2027 and helps to reach the goal of maintaining and sustaining homes for residents
within the community.
Over the past few years, there has not been sufficient demand to expend the full $2.5 million
each year. The unspent funding has rolled forward from year-to-year. There is $4,385,645 in
InDeed funding included in the 2025 budget. Through September of 2025, staff has only
approved or has active applications for $333,000 of this amount. Since 2022, the Town has
awarded less than $600k in InDeed funding each year. Staff has proposed decreasing the annual
funding placeholder from $2.5 million to $1.0 million beginning in 2026, allowing for the
funding of other priority projects. The unspent balance will be available to roll forward, as has
been done in previous years.
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Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal:
1. Strategic Priority – Create a strong community and create affordable housing opportunities
(Goals A1, A2 and A3 of the Town Council’s five-year strategic plan)
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Annual Funding $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000
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H02
Housing Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Timber Ridge Unit Purchase Placeholder for Community Rental
Budget:
Narrative: The Town of Vail is a financial partner in the development of Timber Ridge Village. This housing
project creates 302 new for sale, deed-restricted residential units in studio, one-, two-, three-,
and four-bedroom configurations.
In accordance with the Development Agreement signed with Triumph Development West, the
Town committed to $25,449,948 towards unit purchases. Staff has proposed allocating the
commitment as follows:
• $13,949,948 for units to be purchased by the Town and rented back to the community
(funded by the Housing Fund)
• $8,500,000 for units to be purchased by the Town and rented to internal Town of Vail
employees (purchased by the Internal Employee Housing Rental Fund, through a
transfer from the Capital Projects Fund)
• An additional $3,000,000 contribution to Habitat for Humanity of the Vail Valley for the
purchase of Timber Ridge units for their community home ownership program. This
brings the Town’s total commitment to this program to $5,000,000, combining with the
$2,000,000 contribution already reflected in the 2025 budget.
Staff anticipates the $13,949,948 placeholder for Community Rental units to purchase
approximately 29 units, pending unit-size selection.
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Applicable Strategic Priority
and Goal:
Create a strong community and
create affordable housing
opportunities:
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $13,949,948 $0 $0 $0 $0
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IEH01
Housing Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Timber Ridge Unit Purchase Placeholder for Community Rental
Budget:
Narrative: The Town of Vail is a financial partner in the development of Timber Ridge Village. This housing
project creates 302 new for sale, deed-restricted residential units in studio, one-, two-, three-,
and four-bedroom configurations.
In accordance with the Development Agreement signed with Triumph Development West, the
Town committed to $25,449,948 towards unit purchases. Staff has proposed allocating the
commitment as follows:
• $13,949,948 for units to be purchased by the Town and rented back to the community
(funded by the Housing Fund)
• $8,500,000 for units to be purchased by the Town and rented to internal Town of Vail
employees (purchased by the Internal Employee Housing Rental Fund, through a
transfer from the Capital Projects Fund)
• An additional $3,000,000 contribution to Habitat for Humanity of the Vail Valley for the
purchase of Timber Ridge units for their community home ownership program. This
brings the Town’s total commitment to this program to $5,000,000, combining with the
$2,000,000 contribution already reflected in the 2025 budget.
Staff anticipates the $8,500,000 placeholder for TOV employee housing units to purchase
approximately 18 units, pending unit-size selection.
With these additions, the Internal Employee Housing Rental program will include approximately
106 units.
Applicable Strategic Priority
and Goal:
Create a strong community and
create affordable housing
opportunities:
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Capital Cost $8,500,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
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FUT01
Future Potential Capital Projects – Not Currently Included in 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Geothermal Energy District – Phase 2
Eligible for Funding from: Capital Projects Fund and Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
Estimated Cost (in today’s dollars):
Design: $6,000,000 (prior to grants, partner, or developer funding)
Construction: Unknown
Upkeep: Unknown
Narrative: The Town is exploring a geothermal energy system as a means to reduce gas and achieve its
carbon reduction goals.
Phase 1 will create a geothermal district between the library, geothermal borefield, and Dobson
Ice Arena. The design and construction of Phase 1 is included in the 5-year plan, as part of the
Energy Efficiency Performance Contract (See Project Narrative C01).
Phase 2 would replace large natural gas uses such as the Lionshead snowmelt plant, town-
owned snowmelting at the Arrabelle, and integrate large borefields and the ERWSD waste-
water treatment plant. This larger project could be complete in multiple construction phases.
Additional development work is needed. Ultimately, the geothermal system would require a
governance structure to assign roles and responsibilities to such as owner, operator, and heat
off-takers. The project is currently at 30% design.
The next step is to achieve 60%-90% design, and complete additional development work to
create the business-case for potential investors and bring the larger system to construction
readiness. This will cost approximately $6M. Staff has identified potential grants and
development funding opportunities totaling approximately $5M. This would require a $1M
match from the Town, which is not currently included in the 5-year plan.
Staff recommends continuing to investigate possible development paths for the full energy
district by, or in cooperation with, a third-party developer, while the first node of the thermal
district at the Library and Dobson is constructed and evaluated.
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FUT01
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Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Environmental Sustainability: E.3
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FUT02
Future Potential Capital Projects – Not Currently Included in 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: East and West Lionshead Circle Bike Lanes
Eligible for Funding from: Capital Projects Fund
Estimated Cost (in today’s dollars):
Design & Construction: $1,000,000
Narrative: East & West LH Circle are busy pedestrian roads that provide the main access into Lionshead
Village. The existing roads do not have bike lanes. The 2024 Mobility & Transportation Master
Plan recommends adding bike lanes by narrowing the vehicular lanes and adding 5’ bike lanes.
This treatment is also proposed on Vail Valley Drive and Vail Road.
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Transportation (D.1)
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Town of Vail - 2026 Town Manager's Proposed Budget
Attachment B
Program Narratives
Index Program Title Year(s)Fund
GP01 2026 General Fund
RP01 2025 - 2026+Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
RP02 Ongoing Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
Community Development Code Modernization Plan
Booth Creek Fuels Implementation
Fire Free Five Rebate Program
Future Planned/Potential Programs (not currently included in Budget)
Expanded Bus Service (Funded by SB230 Grant)2026 +General Fund
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GP01
General Fund – 2026 Budget
Project: Community Development Code Modernization Plan
2026 Budget: $100,000
Narrative: Staff is requesting $100,000 in expenditures in 2026 to execute a complete rewrite and
modernization of Title 12: Zoning Regulations. The current code language dates back to the early 1970s and
has not undergone a comprehensive overhaul since its original adoption. The rewrite will encompass solutions
to process inefficiencies, antiquated uses and definitions, and modernizing the structure and substance of Title
12 and associated code to significantly improve the development review process.
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Excellent Customer Service
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RP01
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Booth Creek Fuels Implementation
Budget:
Narrative: Staff is requesting an additional $200,000 in expenditures in 2026 to continue of the Booth
Creek Hazardous Fuels Project. Funds will be utilized to hire contractors to implement mechanical fuels
reduction and prescribed fire burn preparation on the USFS Booth Creek Fuels Project. These new funds will
be utilized to conduct hand treatments in Spraddle Creek as well as prep burn units in NEPA unit 110 and 112.
The Town has received a mix of state and county funding to conduct this work. This includes the following:
• USFS Funding Budgeted in 2025: $125,000
• USFS Funding Budgeted in 2026: $50,000
• Eagle County IGA approved at 09/16/25 council meeting – To be supplemented in 2025 budget:
$45,000
In addition, the State is contributing more than $350K towards this project. The state is directly contracting for
this portion of work, and these funds are not passed through the Town.
Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Public Safety
2025 Forecast 2026 2027 2028 2029
Program Revenues $170,000 $50,000 TBD – Pending future Grant Funding
Program Expenditures $330,000 $200,000 TBD – Pending future Grant Funding
Net Town Contribution $160,000 $150,000
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RP02
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund – 2026 Five-Year Plan
Project: Fire Free Five Rebate Program
Budget:
Narrative: Implementing Fire Free Five around every structure in Vail has been a high priority objective of
the Fire Department since 2022. This program reimburses property owners for installation of
non-combustible landscaping within 5 feet of a structure.
In 2025 as part of a town council strategic action, the Fire Department was directed to increase
community engagement and provide additional financial assistance to community members to
implement Fire Free Five defensible space. The previous five-year plan included an annual
funding level of $50,000 for this program. Staff is requesting an increase of $57,000 to increase
the amount of funding available to the community. Funds will be distributed to the community
through the Fire Free Five Community Assistance Program managed by the Fire Department.
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Applicable Strategic Priority and Goal: Public safety
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Fire Free Five Rebates $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 $100,000
Public Outreach $7,000 $7,000 $7,000 $7,000 $7,000
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Town of Vail 2026 Annual Council Contribution Request- Services
Organization Name Colorado Snowsports Museum
Contact Name Jennifer Mason
Title of Contact Executive Director
Contact Email jen@snowsportsmuseum.org
Program and/or organization
website
www.snowsportsmuseum.org
Number of years organization has
been in business
49
Organization Mission Statement Celebrate Colorado snow sports by telling stories that educate
and inspire others to seek adventure.
Address 231 S Frontage Rd E
Vail, CO 81657
Work Phone 19704761876
Organization's Tax Status 501(c)3
Please attached a copy of your
organization's W9
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18191320733
Funding Request
What is the name of your
program?
Colorado Snowsports Museum General Operating Costs
Is this a new program?No
How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
49
Type of Funding Requested Cash & In-Kind
Cash Contribution Requested 75000
In-Kind Contribution Requested Colorado Snowsports Museum annual facility rental and three,
year-round town parking passes
Revised amount requested $50,000
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Please describe the timeframe of
your program (i.e. year round,
seasonal, or specific event
dates). If applicable please list
the relevant dates.
This contribution will allow the museum to continue to operate
admission-free, 350 days annually, throughout 2026.
Did you received funding from
the Town of Vail for 2025?
Yes
How much funding did you
receive from the Town of Vail for
2025? (Please include total
funding you received from the
CSE and Town Council)?
49231
Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
The Colorado Snowsports Museum is located in the Vail Village
Transportation Center
Please describe the exact use(s)
of the contribution. Please be as
specific as possible. (i.e. the
items/materials to be purchased
for your program, charitable
support or activities funded, etc)
The Council Contribution will support the museum's annual
operating budget and allow for the museum to continue to
operate admission-free for visitors and locals alike. An additional
$25,000 in funds for 2026 will go in support of the 50th
anniversary renovation of the museum's main entrance, which
serves as a focal point for visitors to the town.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
The Council Contribution will be used for daily operating costs,
allowing us to keep the Museum, one of Vail's most visited,
year-round, cultural facilities, admission-free for all visitors.
Home to the most comprehensive exhibit of 10th Mountain
Division artifacts, pictures and films in the nation, the Museum
honors and shares the story of this elite division and their
accomplishments. It was the soldiers of the 10th who
championed the Colorado ski industry and put Vail on the map.
The evolution of Vail is a focal point of the Museum, allowing both
visitors and locals alike to absorb the local color and enhance
their experience of Vail with rich insights into the history and
heritage of the town and the Colorado snow sports industry.
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How will your program support
the mission & vision of the Vail
Town Council?
Our innovative and interactive Museum adds vibrancy to Vail,
providing a unique educational and cultural experience that all
ages and abilities are able to enjoy. The level of excellence and
use of technology has elevated the Museum to the same standard
that residents and guests have come to expect from all aspects of
Vail. Our newest exhibit, "Letters Home," features an interactive
digital touchscreen of the Museum's collection of letters,
scrapbooks, photos, army communications and rosters of the
WWII era 10th Mountain Division soldiers. Another popular exhibit
is Vail's DNA which tells the story of the birth and growth of the
Vail Valley, from a small mountain village to the thriving
world-class destination it is today.
How will your program attract
target markets of both visitors
and community members?
The Museum is one of Vail's most visited cultural/educational
institutions and currently draws 80,000 visitors annually. Its
location at the gateway to the village core makes it accessible to
thousands of people coming or going from the Vail Transportation
Center. It also is a draw for travelers along the I-70 corridor, or
those who have a specific interest in the 10th Mountain Division
of World War II. In addition to daily visitors, the Museum hosts
field trips for students from local schools, and Vail history walking
tours twice weekly through the summer and winter seasons. The
Museum is also available for special events for various community
and private groups seeking a venue that is easily accessible and
affordable. In addition, the Museum has obtained a loyal and
strong social media presence. This keeps our audience and
newcomers in the know about what's happening at the Museum
and in the Vail community.
How will your program deliver
fresh content (new programming,
additional days/activities, ect.)?
The Colorado Snowsports Museum houses the most
comprehensive collection of Colorado ski and snowboard artifacts,
films and pictures in the world. We are perpetually accepting new
artifacts and sharing new content with them, whether it be a
temporary exhibit, social media post, or email communication.
Additionally, the museum's "Through the Lens" Series each
winter, features expert speakers on topics relevant to the current
local environment. In 2025, the museum hosted eight "Through
the Lens" events, including two sold-out evenings featuring "The
Ravinos," a film that documents the history of the locally based
group. We record and post each of these events onto our
YouTube channel, forever preserving these special stories and
providing an additional opportunity to reach a broader audience.
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How will your program achieve
recognition and drive
participation?
The Colorado Snowsports Museum is a leader in small museum
management. We are consistently featured in regional and
national media outlets, gaining respect as Vail's only museum and
Colorado's official snow sports museum. Additionally, each year
as we induct a new class into the Colorado Snowsports Hall of
Fame, we gain a new following of supporters from those who
come together to celebrate the newest inductees. The inductees
are recognized by their family, friends, and peers from across the
state, country and world, allowing the Museum to have a
far-reaching impact. This year's Hall of Fame class has been
featured on 9 News Denver, Aspen Times, Denver Gazette,
Summit Daily, and Powder Magazine Newsletter to name a few.
What is the lasting community
involvement and or benefit of
this program?
Having Vail as the home for the Colorado Snowsports Museum
reinforces this community as the epicenter of Colorado snow
sports, which in turn provides benefit to all aspects of the Vail
economy and the quality of life for all residents of Vail. As
museums are functioning more and more like community centers
in providing access to current trends and new ideas, they've
become hot-spots for civic engagement. The promotion of
education and the cultivation of conversation that is taking place
at the Colorado Snowsports Museum is helping to shape and
strengthen our community.
BUDGET
Are your books audited?Yes
Please upload
program/organization budget
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18191320752
Who currently funds your
organization?
The Museum receives funding from the following sources: net
proceeds from the Hall of Fame Celebration; Through the Lens
speaker series ticket sales; individual Museum memberships; gift
shop sales; private tours; Museum rentals; grants; sponsorships;
and donation box collections. In-kind support is also a vital
component of the budget.
What percentage % of the total
event budget is being requested?
6
If the program is not funded at
the full request, how will it
change with a lower funding
allocation?
This contribution keeps us an admission-free museum for all
visitors, and open 350 days a year. Without this contribution, we
would need to cut back operating days and/or staff hours to
accommodate.
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Should the Council decide not to
support this program at all, will it
still occur?
No
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
11500
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
65000
Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
Vail Resorts Epic Promise, Individual donors and Museum
members
Please explain the potential for
additional sponsorships or
partners.
In the past two years, we introduced the opportunity to sponsor
each of our Through the Lens events, which was highly
successful. These sponsorships help us cover the cost of AV
support, which allows us to preserve these presentations and
share to a broader audience on our various social channels.
Looking ahead, we are exploring potential opportunities for
underwriting opportunities to cover field trips expenses so that we
can invite all the students in Eagle County to explore the Museum
and the rich history of their hometown.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Are there any other things you'd
like to share with Council and
staff that are not included in the
application?
Thank you for your tremendous past support and consideration of
future funding as the museum approaches its 50th Anniversary
year. As a nonprofit, we are reliant on the contributions of our
supporters. Now more than ever, museums are essential as a
way to bring people together. Museum's like ours foster social
networks and inclusivity, educate and inspire future generations,
and preserve vital history.
Organization rosters naming all
officers, board of directors and
respective positions as relevant.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18191320762
If you received Council funding in
2025, please upload a document
recapping the use of prior year
Council funds.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18191320763
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Upload any other relevent
materials such as photos, videos,
articles, PR coverage, ect.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18191320764
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Town of Vail 2026 Annual Council Contribution Request- Services
Organization Name Betty Ford Alpine Gardens
Contact Name Nicola Ripley
Title of Contact President
Contact Email nicola@bettyfordalpinegardens.org
Program and/or organization
website
www.bettyfordalpinegardens.org
Number of years organization has
been in business
38
Organization Mission Statement To protect the alpine environment through education,
conservation and living plant collections.
Address 522 South Frontage Road East
Vail, CO 81657
Work Phone (970) 476-0103
Organization's Tax Status 501c3
Please attached a copy of your
organization's W9
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18190069404
Funding Request
What is the name of your
program?
Gardens Program
Is this a new program?No
How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
38
Type of Funding Requested Cash & In-Kind
Cash Contribution Requested 125000
In-Kind Contribution Requested 2 Ford Park parking spaces & one blue parking pass for the
President/Executive Director
267
Please describe the timeframe of
your program (i.e. year round,
seasonal, or specific event
dates). If applicable please list
the relevant dates.
The Gardens are open year-round and require year-round
attention and work to maintain the living plant collections, alpine
house and plant propagation during the off-season.
Did you received funding from
the Town of Vail for 2025?
Yes
How much funding did you
receive from the Town of Vail for
2025? (Please include total
funding you received from the
CSE and Town Council)?
120799
Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens has been developing and maintaining
the Gardens in Vail's Ford Park for 38 years.
Please describe the exact use(s)
of the contribution. Please be as
specific as possible. (i.e. the
items/materials to be purchased
for your program, charitable
support or activities funded, etc)
The core contribution has been used to care for the living plant
collections and Gardens over 5 acres in Ford Park.
The new Ford Park Master envisions Betty Ford Alpine Gardens
taking care of all Ford Park landscaping and bring it all to the 'Vail
standard' as well as removing turf and extending the Garden
footprint. In an effort to begin to satisfy this request for
expanding our maintenance footprint, the Gardens have hired an
additional full-time seasonal horticulture position. This is the first
step in re-envisioning Vail's Ford Park and in keeping with
Amphitheater expansion and planned new playground.
The currently expanded areas include: Nature Center Bridge
garden, Area opposite the Pollinator Garden, Gardens between
the Education Center and Gore Creek Trail, and the area above
the basketball court. This is the beginning of an increased annual
support contribution reflecting the additional areas the Gardens
team are now maintaining. 2026 is anticipated to include a new
East Entry experience and other areas still under discsussion.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
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How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
In 2025, Betty Ford Alpine Gardens was selected as one of USA
Today's top 20 Gardens in the US. The Gardens ranks as Vail's top
summer destination for visitors on multiple websites. Consistently
#1 on Tripadvisor for Things to Do in Vail, and it is a destination
driver for anyone looking for a unique mountain experience. In
addition Betty Ford Alpine Gardens has a significant economic
impact on Vail's summer economy, estimated at 15 million,
despite being completely free to the public, explained later in
more detail.
The Gardens provide an exceptional recreational, educational and
cultural experience with no admission fee for the public, drawing
approximately 200,000 visitors each summer. Extensive signage
and new annual exhibits in the Education Center and throughout
the Gardens provide a unique experience for the guest. Daily
tours, both self-guided and docent-led enrich this experience and
draw people back every year with new things to see. New
education programs and expanding gardens over the years
means the value of this program continues to grow and evolve.
The Town of Vail's goal to be a premier international resort
community is elevated by having a world class Botanical Garden
and a leader in alpine plant conservation in Vail's Ford Park.
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How will your program support
the mission & vision of the Vail
Town Council?
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens supports every aspect of the Town's
mission. It provides a place of beauty, education and relaxation
free to all. Its own mission is to connect the community with
nature and to protect it , all done in a manner to make the
World's Premier Mountain Community proud.
The Gardens is committed to preserving Vail's natural
environment, indeed the Gardens inspire an appreciation of the
mountain environment in all of its visitors. With an estimated
200,000 plus summer visitors, it is the crowning jewel of Vail's
summer experience.
In addition, the Gardens is a driving impact on Vail's summer
economy. In 2023 we began to monitor both visitors numbers and
economic impact. Using Intercept Insights analysis and cell phone
data from Ford Park, initial survey results reveal a $15 million
impact on the Vail economy. As we continue this research study
and survey more summer visitors we expect this number to go
considerably higher. Vail's contribution to this remarkable
destination reaps a significant dividend. Over the years the
Garden budget has grown to over $2 million per year, all monies
spent on providing an engaging, cultural visitor experience at no
cost to the visitor.
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens is truly an iconic part of the Vail
experience and one we know is the envy of other mountain resort
communities.
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How will your program attract
target markets of both visitors
and community members?
The immaculate condition of these exceptional gardens keeps this
destination at the top of Vail's summer offerings. The spectacular
Gardens draw destination visitors and community members back
each year. The displays, both floristic and educational, change
constantly and for locals that means return visits. The annual
education exhibit also creates a reason for every visitor to return.
The Gardens is ranked #1 on Trip Advisor for 'Things to do in Vail'.
Available to visit with no entry fee, visitors and community
members become repeat visitors to see the ever evolving Garden.
The Gardens continues its investment in a marketing and
rebranding project with local company, Blackbird Agency,
formerly Hill Aevium. The Board's marketing team engages with
professional PR consultants to drive visitation and provide
community awareness. The Gardens marketing extends to the
Vail Valley Magazine, Colorado Tourism Office, Vail Daily,
Colorado Public Radio among others.
Ranking amongst the top public gardens in the US by USA Today
magazine, AARP, AAA, Active Times, Sunset and others, this
Garden is a national draw to choose Vail as a destination. Our
book, On the Roof of the Rocky Mountains released in 2021,
amplifies the message of the important 'behind the scenes' work
of the Gardens and won a Gold Indie Award.
How will your program deliver
fresh content (new programming,
additional days/activities, ect.)?
Botanical Gardens offer an ever changing stage for visitors, the
Gardens change daily with new plants taking center stage as
different areas burst into bloom and provide a constantly
changing palette. Each year new gardens are either physically
added or old areas are refreshed providing new areas of interest
each year. Renovation is strategically planned and independently
funded to ensure the highest professional standards in all areas.
Our Education team creates new family activities each year
around an annual theme . Each year a new educational exhibit
based on this theme enhances the garden experience. This
annual theme is designed to create additional reasons to return.
In 2025 the 'Habitat' exhibit, with its unique Bug Hotel, explains
the importance of good habitat for the future of our ecosystem.
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How will your program achieve
recognition and drive
participation?
As described elsewhere, the Gardens is now regarded as one of
the top Botanical Gardens in the US.
Garden staff are acknowledged as experts in their field and asked
for opinion and advice from media outlets extending the reach of
the Gardens. Garden's President Nicola Ripley, former President of
the American Public Gardens Association, has been accepted as
Chair of the newly created Alpine Plant Specialist group within the
International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the
world's leading organization for biodiversity conservation. In
addition we have been selected as members of the Global
Partnership for Plant Conservation. Garden's Curator Colin Lee sits
on the Board of the North American Rock Garden Society. Touring
both in the US and abroad, staff are the best of the best and are
in high demand to give talks and workshops, ensuring new
audiences and visitors. The recognition and reputation of the
Gardens is international.
In 2025, the Gardens is presenting an exhibit called Habitat from
the Smithsonian Museum. Exhibits from well recognized
institutions like this continue to grow our reputation and bring
new visitors to the community. The topic of this exhibit has a
particularly pertinent message about ecosystem protection.
The Gardens continues to build on its recent rebranding efforts
with new digital materials, increased PR and expanded social
media.
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What is the lasting community
involvement and or benefit of
this program?
Through Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, Vail now leads the way in
preserving the mountain environment for the current community
and future generations. The role that the Gardens plays in its
Strategy for Alpine Plant Conservation has received international
recognition through the Botanic Gardens Conservation
International and now with the International Union for the
Conservation of Nature. Both the plant collections themselves and
our important conservation work will leave a lasting legacy not
only for Vail but for our continent. Expanding the international
alpine conservation effort has the potential to reach way beyond
the gardens to the entire resort community. Vail has an
opportunity to lead a legacy of conservation commitment that
would be the envy of other resorts.
Locally, the Gardens are an essential anchor for the community, a
place for celebrating important milestones and bringing family
and visitors to showcase a beautiful place in their backyard. We
hear from longtime seasonal visitors that the Gardens is a
constant for them and their families, an experience and a place
they have included in every visit over the years. Our team of loyal
volunteers have put years of love, sweat and tears into a garden
they are fiercely proud of. In interviews for the Betty Ford book
we were told the Gardens gives Vail its soul.
BUDGET
Are your books audited?Yes
Please upload
program/organization budget
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18190069423
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Who currently funds your
organization?
Our operating budget is currently $2.3 million. Individual donors
are the primary source of revenue through outright donations,
foundation grants and memberships. Other sources of revenue
include earned income - gift shop purchases, tours, weddings,
yoga etc and a growing endowment distribution contributes funds
to general operations.
While the Gardens has grown consistently over the years, both
physically and in its programs, this year marks the start of a new
transformation of Ford Park in response to the Ford Park Master
Plan. Directed by this Plan, the Gardens has agreed to begin
taking over the maintenance of all landscaped areas in Ford Park
and increased the Garden footprint. This effort will bring all areas
of the Park to the same world class standard. However it will
come with increased operational costs both in staffing, materials
and equipment.
We are requesting a $125,000 contribution to begin this transition
from the Town of Vail. This will start to position the Gardens to be
able to expand and transform the experience that is Ford Park. In
just the last 12 years, the overall budget has grown from
$500,000 to over $2 million.
What percentage % of the total
event budget is being requested?
5
If the program is not funded at
the full request, how will it
change with a lower funding
allocation?
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens looks forward to partnering with the
Town of Vail to transform the Ford Park experience. Without an
increase in operating funds this expansion will be put on hold until
the Town is able to partner with us.
*If council decided not to support the program at all, Betty Ford
Alpine Gardens would find a way to continue including the idea of
an admission fee.
Should the Council decide not to
support this program at all, will it
still occur?
Yes
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
274
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
2200000
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
100000
Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
The Frechette Family Foundation Internship Endowment funds
four summer internships in perpetuity. Other funds come from
general endowment, memberships and individual donations on an
annual basis. The Gardens has operated in Ford Park for 38 years
and has a loyal following of high level donors as well as hundreds
of members.
Please explain the potential for
additional sponsorships or
partners.
Having the Town of Vail as an anchor supporter is a vital part of
securing funding from other foundations and grantors. Support
from our town allows Betty Ford Alpine Gardens to reflect that we
are an important pillar to the community the Town of Vail serves.
The Gardens is supported by individual philanthropy and family
foundations. Securing these gifts is an ongoing part of our annual
operations. Depending on projects, the Gardens apply for grants
from private foundations, federal funds and individual support for
specific initiatives and general operations.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Are there any other things you'd
like to share with Council and
staff that are not included in the
application?
The reputation of Vail's Betty Ford Alpine Gardens is way beyond
the size of the Gardens themselves. It is widely acknowledged as
one of the leading botanic gardens in the US and THE leading
institution advocating for Alpine Plants globally. Now is the time to
celebrate and acknowledge this gem.
Organization rosters naming all
officers, board of directors and
respective positions as relevant.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18190069433
If you received Council funding in
2025, please upload a document
recapping the use of prior year
Council funds.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18190069434
275
Upload any other relevent
materials such as photos, videos,
articles, PR coverage, ect.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18190069435
276
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Town of Vail 2026 Annual Council Contribution Request- Services
Organization Name Eagle River Coalition
Contact Name Vicki Flynn
Title of Contact Executive Director
Contact Email flynn@eagleriverco.org
Program and/or organization
website
eagleriverco.org
Number of years organization has
been in business
21
Organization Mission Statement The Eagle River Coalition advocates for the health of the Upper
Colorado and Eagle River watersheds through research, education
and projects.
Address PO Box 5740
215 Broadway St
Eagle, CO 81631
Work Phone (970) 827-5406
Organization's Tax Status 501c3 EIN 20-4448864
Please attached a copy of your
organization's W9
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18190162887
Funding Request
What is the name of your
program?
Eagle River Coalition River Health Protection
Is this a new program?No
How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
31
Type of Funding Requested Cash Funding Only
Cash Contribution Requested 42000
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Please describe the timeframe of
your program (i.e. year round,
seasonal, or specific event
dates). If applicable please list
the relevant dates.
Our ongoing water quality monitoring programming, WQMAP,
occurs year-round.
Community Pride Highway Cleanup - May 6, 2026
Eagle River Cleanup - September 12, 2026
Gore/Black Gore Creeks - monitoring and collaborative work
occurs year-round.
Gore Creek Action Plan - planning and implementation occurs
year-round, and project work typically occurs in the summer
months.
Eagle River Community Water Plan - Ongoing/year-round
Did you received funding from
the Town of Vail for 2025?
Yes
How much funding did you
receive from the Town of Vail for
2025? (Please include total
funding you received from the
CSE and Town Council)?
42000
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Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
The entirety of the Eagle River Watershed and 55 miles of the
Upper Colorado is considered the location of our service area. This
extends from locations at Vail Pass and through Camp Hale,
includes the Vail Ski Area, captures the runoff from the Gore
Range, and includes all areas to the South and the West that
drain to the Eagle River or local reaches of the Upper Colorado
River, including Gore Creek.
The Water Quality Monitoring & Assessment Program (WQMAP)
assesses data from 12 entities that collect data throughout Eagle
County, including two paired monitoring locations (upstream and
downstream) on both Mill and Booth Creeks, four locations on
Black Gore Creek and eight on Gore Creek. By assessing all water
quality data collected throughout Eagle County as one body of
information, we are able to detect threats as they arise and
identify gaps and redundancies in data collection. This provides a
more complete picture of water quality in the county and informs
decision-making.
The Community Pride Highway Cleanup places teams of
volunteers along 140 miles of I-70 and Highways 6, 24 and 131
from Vail to Dotsero, in addition to the lower section of the
Colorado River Road. The Eagle River Cleanup assigns teams of
volunteers to clean 68 miles of streams throughout Eagle County,
including Gore Creek.
Please see attachment "2026 Eagle River Coalition Program
Details" for additional information.
Please describe the exact use(s)
of the contribution. Please be as
specific as possible. (i.e. the
items/materials to be purchased
for your program, charitable
support or activities funded, etc)
Please see attachments "2026 Eagle River Coalition Program
Details" and "Town of Vail Funding Contribution Use Report -
2025" for information about the uses of the contribution in 2025
and the uses of the requested contribution for 2026.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
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How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
The health of Gore Creek is critical to the Town of Vail's full-time
residents, as well as to seasonal homeowners and visitors and the
40 million+ downstream water users of the Colorado River. We
know this, because in community surveys, the health of Gore
Creek is consistently listed second only to housing on the list of
community priorities. It is also a top priority in the Town Council
Action Plan.
Supporting the Eagle River Coalition and its efforts to protect Gore
Creek is consistent with the Vail Town Council's goals and noted
community priorities. At its root, our region's recreation-based
economy relies upon excellent water quality and quantity. This is
both directly - in terms of whitewater enthusiasts, anglers, hikers,
backpackers and hunters, and indirectly - in terms of sightseers,
skiers and snowboarders, and the hospitality and tourism
industries that depend upon these natural resources. Visitors and
community members alike reasonably expect to see, recreate in,
and interact with a beautiful stream and drink clean water when
they are in and near Vail.
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How will your program support
the mission & vision of the Vail
Town Council?
The Eagle River Coalition's mission is tied inextricably to the
mission and vision of Vail because water from melting snow,
springs and creeks flows into the Eagle River through its main
tributaries. These streams not only supply the water for all of
Eagle County's population, as well as several Front Range
communities, but also offer opportunities for an incredible array
of commercial, recreational, educational and scenic experiences
for all. The Eagle River Coalition's programs, projects and
initiatives ensure a healthy watershed and protect the
recreational, economic, social and natural values that make Vail
and the Eagle River what they are.
The Eagle River Coalition assists with the coordination of
restoration projects in riparian areas, streambanks and in stream
channels - places where development, recreation and more have
led to degraded ecosystem health and water quality. We believe
that taking an active role in the protection of our waterways
ensures a vibrant future for all.
We champion the work that the Town has done already to
improve conditions on Gore Creek, and we strive to continue our
role as an active collaborative organization. Contributing
substantially to the Eagle River toward the upper end of its
watershed, the health of Gore Creek influences water quality and
conditions much further downstream, and we applaud continued
efforts to protect these waterways.
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How will your program attract
target markets of both visitors
and community members?
Our small team of full-time staff, together with an active board of
directors and a range of collaborating entities in the community,
is committed to improving and protecting the health of our
watershed, from the rivers and streams to those who depend on
them. We do this through education, restoration projects,
advocacy and water quality monitoring efforts.
Our work positively impacts many thousands of visitors and locals
annually. In May 2025, more than 700 volunteers assisted in the
removal of 15+ tons of trash and debris during the Community
Pride Highway Cleanup. In addition to preventing all that trash
from making its way to the Colorado River, which supplies 40
million individuals with water throughout the West, our events
and programs grow local pride, protect wildlife and keep this
iconic valley's river healthy.
Without landscapes of cascading water from snowmelt and
healthy streams where native fish spawn, Vail would not be the
same. The Eagle River Coalition's work protects local waterways
and the ecosystems on which wildlife and humans depend.
Tourism, commerce and the mountain lifestyle to which visitors
and the community are drawn hinge on the presence of our
valley's waterways.
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How will your program deliver
fresh content (new programming,
additional days/activities, ect.)?
The Eagle River Coalition is committed to its mission to protect
and conserve our watershed both now and into the future, and
our organization is made more effective in pursuit of this principle
by remaining adaptable to the needs of the community.
An example of such is the expansion of our educational
opportunities and resources to support conversion from turf-grass
to more waterwise landscaping. To date, events have included
rain barrel workshops, the dissemination of educational materials,
and collaborative work with municipalities, HOA's, and water
providers to achieve measurable results in water efficiency and
reduction of outdoor irrigation. Together with longstanding and
new partners alike, we continue to seek out creative ways to
structure our programs and initiatives to be as inclusive and
welcoming as possible, adapting to the demands of whatever
circumstances we may face.
This is just an example of our commitment to protecting the
natural resources that engage this community and its visitors.
Whether biking Vail Pass to the Gore Range viewpoint near the
Black Lakes, celebrating a Piney Lake wedding, cheering for
kayakers from International Bridge, the work of our organization
plays an integral role. We do this by remaining committed to our
mission, and offering programming that invites everyone
(residents and visitors alike) to be empowered to protect the
river-dependent landscapes that surround us in the Eagle River
Valley.
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How will your program achieve
recognition and drive
participation?
When volunteers (1100+ annually) participate in our cleanups
and projects, they are left enjoying a sense of belonging and
community knowing they were critical in the shared desire to see
local landscapes cleaned, healthy and restored. When visitors and
residents alike drop a line in Gore Creek and notice what is
hatching, they are referencing the same indicators that we
collaborate to measure on a larger scale, and when they attend
events like Lunch with Locals and learn about the positive impacts
of stream setback policies, they can understand that healthy
riparian areas create buffer zones that benefit water quality.
We are active on social media, maintain an engaging blog and
website, send a regular newsletter, and seek to represent our
mission by sporting branded clothing connecting the community
to our programs, projects and the resources we help protect. Our
marketing materials consistently include sponsor names and
logos, and this recognition can be found on event pages and
signup forms as well.
As a celebratory kick-off prior to the 31st Annual Eagle River
Cleanup, we will host a free gathering near Gondola One in Vail
Village on Aug. 28 to celebrate volunteers, sponsors and
supporters and highlight their collaborative work. We are thrilled
to maintain high-energy engagement of those committed to local
waterways and healthy landscapes and look forward to
recognizing supporters of all kinds at this event, as well as in
program marketing efforts.
What is the lasting community
involvement and or benefit of
this program?
There are benefits to tradition, and our Highway and River
Cleanup events have been around for 25 and 31 years in 2025
respectively. Approximately 1,500 volunteers consider these
annual events to be part of their identity in relation to their
landscape. Additionally, efforts to monitor, track and improve
water quality can create a lasting tradition of stewardship and
science-backed decision-making that protects invaluable and
essential resources. As water issues in the Mountain West
continue to deepen and intensify, creating community, increasing
accountability and opportunities for involvement and change, and
continuing to invest in on-the-ground organizations that protect
these resources is ever more important.
BUDGET
284
Are your books audited?Yes
Please upload
program/organization budget
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18190162905
Who currently funds your
organization?
The Eagle River Coalition relies on funding via support from Eagle
County, local municipalities and metropolitan districts, Eagle River
Water and Sanitation District (ERWSD), Upper Eagle Regional
Water Authority (UERWA), local businesses, private foundations,
Colorado Water Conservation Board, state and federal agency
grants, individuals and hosted events.
What percentage % of the total
event budget is being requested?
12
If the program is not funded at
the full request, how will it
change with a lower funding
allocation?
The sediment source monitoring (TMDL) and bio-monitoring of
Gore/Black Gore Creeks and the projects from the Gore Creek
Strategic Action Plan have the greatest and most direct benefit to
the Town of Vail and its residents. Those projects would likely be
significantly reduced in scope and possibly eliminated, if not
funded in full by the Town of Vail. WQMAP and the cleanups would
require adjustment to the geographical area covered by each, but
they would continue.
Should the Council decide not to
support this program at all, will it
still occur?
Yes
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
532393
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
8000
285
Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
We rely on substantial funding from state, organization and
foundation grants, as well as community support in the form of
donations.
We are grateful to financial and in-kind support from Eagle
County, Colorado Water Conservation Board, Exploremos
(previously Eagle Valley Outdoor Movement), US Forest Service,
BLM, Eagle River Water & Sanitation District, Upper Eagle
Regional Water Authority, Vail Resorts EpicPromise, Homestake
Partners (Aurora and Colorado Springs), Battle Mountain, the
Towns of Gypsum, Eagle, Avon, Vail and Minturn, Colorado River
Water Conservation District, the Edwards Metro District, as well as
approximately 30 local businesses, the Slifer Smith & Frampton
Foundation, Vail Board of Realtors Foundation, Colorado
Department of Transportation, Lotic Hydrological and many other
collaborative entities.
Please explain the potential for
additional sponsorships or
partners.
The Eagle River Coalition regularly looks for funding opportunities
through foundation, corporate and government grants. We also
encourage relationship-building in the community and with
businesses through our sponsorship program and donor
engagement events to leverage additional support for projects,
programs and events.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Are there any other things you'd
like to share with Council and
staff that are not included in the
application?
The Eagle River Coalition has experienced shifts in its staffing and
is now operating under the direction of Executive Director Vicki
Flynn. We welcome inquiries regarding anticipated program
budgets for 2026, which are currently in development. Should
more details be desired during the review process for this
request, please do not hesitate to reach out to Vicki at
flynn@eagleriverco.org.
Organization rosters naming all
officers, board of directors and
respective positions as relevant.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18190162915
If you received Council funding in
2025, please upload a document
recapping the use of prior year
Council funds.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18190162916
Upload any other relevent
materials such as photos, videos,
articles, PR coverage, ect.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18190162917
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Form Name: 2026 Council Contribution Request- Services
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Town of Vail 2026 Annual Council Contribution Request- Services
Organization Name High Five Access Media
Contact Name JK Perry
Title of Contact Executive Director
Contact Email jk@highfivemedia.org
Program and/or organization
website
highfivemedia.org
Number of years organization has
been in business
40
Organization Mission Statement Our mission is to empower the local community, through media
education and technology, to become civically engaged, express
ideas, and advocate for causes.
Address PO Box 5600
281 Metcalf Road Unit 203
Avon, CO 81620
Work Phone (970) 949-5657
Organization's Tax Status 501c3
Please attached a copy of your
organization's W9
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18189454199
Funding Request
What is the name of your
program?
Community Access Media Center
Is this a new program?No
How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
40
Type of Funding Requested Cash Funding Only
Cash Contribution Requested 152000
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Please describe the timeframe of
your program (i.e. year round,
seasonal, or specific event
dates). If applicable please list
the relevant dates.
Year round
Did you received funding from
the Town of Vail for 2025?
Yes
How much funding did you
receive from the Town of Vail for
2025? (Please include total
funding you received from the
CSE and Town Council)?
153000
Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
Eagle County
Please describe the exact use(s)
of the contribution. Please be as
specific as possible. (i.e. the
items/materials to be purchased
for your program, charitable
support or activities funded, etc)
Funds are used to support a range of operations and programs
that ensure equitable access to media tools and training.
Specifically, funding allows us to offer free and low-cost
workshops in video production, editing, broadcasting and related
topics to residents of all ages. It helps maintain our
state-of-the-art library of equipment, which is available for
community use. Funds also support the production and
distribution of local government meetings, nonprofit features,
youth programming, and cultural events, fostering civic
engagement and local storytelling. Additionally, grant support
enables us to employ skilled staff who mentor producers, manage
facilities, and develop innovative educational content. Overall,
grants are essential in making High Five Access Media a vibrant
hub for free expression, media literacy, and community
connection.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
We are a nonprofit, noncommercial community access media
center located in Avon, Colorado. We serve Eagle County by
providing video production education, access to professional
equipment, and distribution of programming on local cable
television on Comcast Channel 5, and across internet and social
media platforms. In addition, we provide coverage of government
proceedings, nonprofits, and community events.
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How will your program support
the mission & vision of the Vail
Town Council?
It is our belief that community access media helps to build an
informed and civically engaged community, creating a ripple
effect across ages, genders, race, political views, economic status
and professions. From students who learn skills that develop into
a passion or even a career, to community members who tune into
government meetings from the comfort of their home and still be
informed of local affairs, the diversity and breadth of our
programs allows for High Five Access Media to engage with the
entire Vail Valley.
How will your program attract
target markets of both visitors
and community members?
High Five Access Media serves residents and guests with
coverage of Town of Vail government meetings, and residents,
students and nonprofits with access to media training, equipment,
and cable access. Indirectly, this allows nonprofits that serve a
larger market to leverage their message among residents and
guests.
How will your program deliver
fresh content (new programming,
additional days/activities, ect.)?
In 2025, we'll be celebrating 40 years since our organization was
incorporated as a nonprofit in 1985. We'll be holding events to
celebrate those who've been instrumental in our success,
producing videos to commemorate, and increasing our presence
in the community. We're redesigning and updating our podcast
studio with new equipment, we've updated our website, and we're
also considering an expanded youth program across public high
schools in the valley.
How will your program achieve
recognition and drive
participation?
We're continually working to increase our impact in the
community. We're doing this through improved social media
sharing, presence at community events, advertising, as well as
working in schools to share our mission with students and
teachers.
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What is the lasting community
involvement and or benefit of
this program?
As our history shows, High Five Access Media is a nimble
organization that can stay at the forefront of community needs
and technological development. We know that regardless of how
technology changes, our community needs a reliable source of
information and a timely and cost-effective platform to produce
media. We will continue to stay steadfastly committed to our
mission with a vision for the future of expanding our programs
specific to media education and production.
It is essential that funding remains available to communities for
the further education of youth and availability of low-cost access
to programs that educate and inform the local population.
In the face of these challenges, High Five hopes to show its value
to the community and garner support and funding. In this way,
High Five will be sustainable and available to Valley residents,
students, and nonprofits well into the future.
BUDGET
Are your books audited?Yes
Please upload
program/organization budget
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18189454217
Who currently funds your
organization?
The towns of Vail and Avon provide the bulk of our funding in the
form of franchise fees. We also earn revenue through production
services (at a significant discount to nonprofits and governments,
compared to a commercial production outfit). In response to
national trends of cable subscribers "cutting the cord," which will
result in lower franchise fees, we escalated our fundraising efforts
in 2024 with the help of an infrastructure grant. This, along with
support from our communities, will help ensure High Five can
continue to provide this valuable resource.
What percentage % of the total
event budget is being requested?
33
If the program is not funded at
the full request, how will it
change with a lower funding
allocation?
Our ability to provide this valuable resource for the community
will be severely impacted.
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Should the Council decide not to
support this program at all, will it
still occur?
Yes
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
306000
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
10000
Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
Franchise fees from the Town of Avon. Earned revenue from
seven governmental entities in the valley, and around a dozen
nonprofits. We've also secured grants and sponsors for several of
our programs, including high school sports coverage (and its
educational component), our educational workshops, and more.
Please explain the potential for
additional sponsorships or
partners.
We're currently asking the community to support our programs
through grants, sponsorship and individual donations.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Are there any other things you'd
like to share with Council and
staff that are not included in the
application?
Thank you for your continued support! We're celebrating 40 years
of serving the valley this year, and we hope you'll join us.
Organization rosters naming all
officers, board of directors and
respective positions as relevant.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18189454227
If you received Council funding in
2025, please upload a document
recapping the use of prior year
Council funds.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18189454228
Upload any other relevent
materials such as photos, videos,
articles, PR coverage, ect.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18189454229
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Town of Vail 2026 Annual Council Contribution Request- Services
Organization Name Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance
Contact Name Ernest Saeger
Title of Contact Executive Director
Contact Email ernest@vvmta.org
Program and/or organization
website
vvmta.org
Number of years organization has
been in business
13
Organization Mission Statement The Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance maintains, creates, and
advocates for sustainable trail systems that connect people to
nature, promote environmental stewardship, and strengthen
community well-being.
Address PO Box 3986
Avon, CO 81620
Work Phone 19702791055
Organization's Tax Status 501c3
Please attached a copy of your
organization's W9
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18180136745
Funding Request
What is the name of your
program?
VVMTA Stewardship Programs
Is this a new program?No
How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
10
Type of Funding Requested Cash & In-Kind
Cash Contribution Requested 52500
In-Kind Contribution Requested 4500
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Please describe the timeframe of
your program (i.e. year round,
seasonal, or specific event
dates). If applicable please list
the relevant dates.
Programs operate from April 15-October 15
Did you received funding from
the Town of Vail for 2025?
Yes
How much funding did you
receive from the Town of Vail for
2025? (Please include total
funding you received from the
CSE and Town Council)?
22500
Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
The Adopt A Trail program includes twelve (12) trails adopted by
sixteen (16) teams that are connected to the Town of Vail. These
include East Vail trailheads (Pitkin, Gore, Deluge, Booth, etc),
North Trail, Son of Middle Creek, Lost Lake, Two Elk, Buffehr, and
more. These volunteers and program contributed over $20,000 in
value in 2024.
The Trail Ambassador program includes volunteers and two (2)
seasonal-full time staff members performing seasonal wildlife
closure and leave no trace principles at trails and trailheads such
as North Trail, Son of Middle Creek, Booth Lake, Gore Creek,
Deluge Lake, Bighorn and more. This program contributed over
$41,000 in operations and value in 2024.
The Trail Conservation Crew in 2024 provided over $30,000 of on
the ground, trail maintenance and stewardship projects in/around
the Town of Vail. They cleared over 150 downed trees on these
trails as well to ensure visitors and locals have a high quality trail
experience.
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Please describe the exact use(s)
of the contribution. Please be as
specific as possible. (i.e. the
items/materials to be purchased
for your program, charitable
support or activities funded, etc)
We are requesting $22,500 again in 2026 to support our Adopt A
Trail, Trail Ambassador, and Trail Conservation Crew programs.
This supports operations, staff wages, tools & equipment, and
seasonal crew wages.
We are requesting an additional $30,000 to support our new
Stewardship Crew in 2026. This Stewardship Crew will essentially
ensure there are boots on the ground performing Front Country
Ranger tasks. These include trailhead management and cleanup,
toilet cleanup and maintenance, dispersed camping management,
fire restriction education and enforcement, and other public lands
management. With Forest Service budgets and staff being
reduced, and likely even more so in 2026, this crew will ensure
there is a crew on the ground performing these tasks. Funding
would support crew wages and operations.
The in-kind request includes one (1) event at Donovan Pavilion for
education, engagement, and volunteer recruitment. Also, we are
requesting 250 parking vouchers for our volunteers who support
Vail Oktoberfest.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
VVMTA's programs directly contribute to the Town of Vail's
mission and each of the four main strategies in the Council Action
Plan: Community, Economy, Experience, and Sustainability. Our
Adopt A Trail (AAT) and Trail Ambassador (TA) programs include
volunteers from businesses and residents of the Town of Vail,
provide economic vitality through outdoor recreation tourism,
enhance the experience of trail users, and maintain, educate, and
advocate for sustainable trails and conservation. Our Trail
Conservation Crew (TCC) employs residents of Vail (3 in 2025).
The TCC and Stewardship Crew will collaborate with local land
managers and partner organizations to perform and execute
recreation and conservation projects. Their focus will be trail
maintenance, protecting seasonal wildlife closures, closing
illegal/social trails, designating campsites and closing illegal
campsites, communicating fire restrictions, educating trail users
at trailheads, removing garbage, and overall mitigating the
impact increased recreation is having on trails and our public
lands.
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How will your program support
the mission & vision of the Vail
Town Council?
Community: Recruit, train, and educate volunteers of both
residents and business within the Vail community.
Economy: Promote Vail's world class trails to attract visitors and
locals to Vail where they will inevitably shop, eat, drink, and/or
stay.
Experience: Maintain trails and support our wildlife population to
create a world class trail use experience through outdoor
recreation while ensuring that wildlife and the natural
environment are conserved.
Sustainability: Create hundreds of trail and outdoor recreation
stewards to actively conserve our natural environment.
How will your program attract
target markets of both visitors
and community members?
Community members are our volunteers and volunteers are our
backbone. They are the boots on the ground executing trail
maintenance and trail educational programs. These efforts are a
direct benefit to the visitors who come to Vail to enjoy trails and
the natural environment.
How will your program deliver
fresh content (new programming,
additional days/activities, ect.)?
Both the AAT and TA programs continue to grow year over year.
With the growth of visitors, population, and trail users continuing
it is ever more important to manage trails and wildlife in Vail.
Due to this there will continue to be new and rewarding volunteer
opportunities for both of these programs. The TCC directly
addresses the growing impacts by being the professionally
trained boots on the ground on a daily basis as well as training
volunteers.
In 2025, we hope to grow our Trail Ambassador program to
include four (4) seasonal full-time staff people. These staff
persons were spending 40 hours per week at seasonal wildlife
closures in May and June, educating users on why they exist.
From the end of June until October, these two staff persons will
spend 40 hours per week at open and busy trailheads including
East Vail trails, Upper Piney, North Trail, and others providing
education on how to recreate responsibly.
The new Stewardship Crew will ensure that trailheads are
maintained, toilets are cleaned, parking lots are maintained,
unattended campfires are put out, and in general public lands and
amenities are in quality shape.
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How will your program achieve
recognition and drive
participation?
We include opportunities for the public to volunteer and
participate in any and all of our program activities. We recognize
volunteers and partners constantly through incentives, our
communications through newsletters, newspaper articles, social
media, events, and more.
What is the lasting community
involvement and or benefit of
this program?
A sustainable, healthy, and high quality recreation experience on
public lands surrounding Vail for locals and visitors to enjoy now
and into the future.
BUDGET
Are your books audited?No
Please upload
program/organization budget
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18180136765
Who currently funds your
organization?
Local municipalities, private donors, memberships, grant funding,
and events.
What percentage % of the total
event budget is being requested?
12
If the program is not funded at
the full request, how will it
change with a lower funding
allocation?
We are committed to serving our entire community and would do
our best not to constrain these programs in the Town of Vail.
However, we may have to scale back our programs which limits
our lasting impacts, if funding is reduced.
Should the Council decide not to
support this program at all, will it
still occur?
Yes
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
425000
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
7500
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Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
National Forest Foundation
GOCO
Town of Avon
Eagle County
Town of Minturn
Vail Rec District
Berry Creek Metro District
Singletree Property Owners Association
Forest Service Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District
Slifer Smith Frampton Foundation
Town of Eagle
Bureau of Land Management
Mountain Recreation
Holy Cross Energy
American Gypsum
Alpine Kind
Sunrise Minturn
Vail Valley Surgery Center
Summit Investors
Steadman Clinic
RPM Adversitings
MTech Mechanical
FirstBank
ANB Bank
Vail Cabinets
Berglund Architects
Pedal Power
Vail Board of Realtors
Venture Sports
High Gear Cyclery
East West Partners
Shop & Hop
Kind Bikes & Skis
Ski Town All-Stars
Vail Health
Alpine Engineering
Yeti's Grind
Partners Environmental
Please explain the potential for
additional sponsorships or
partners.
We are always looking for additional partners through private
donations, our business partnership program, and our 1% for
Trails program. We believe the more impactful projects we can
execute on the ground, the more the potential for partnerships to
increase.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Are there any other things you'd
like to share with Council and
staff that are not included in the
application?
We'd love to discuss our request for $30,000 to support our new
Stewardship Crew. The reductions in staffing, budget, and
resources of the Forest Service is very likely to continue and even
be worse in 2026. The Stewardship Crew will ensure there are
boots on the ground if the Front Country Ranger program is
impacted in 2026. Additionally, we believe we can operate the
Stewardship Crew in partnership with the Forest Service and
operate it more sustainably, effectively, and even more impactful
due to our ability to be flexible, recruit staff, and secure diverse
funding sources.
Organization rosters naming all
officers, board of directors and
respective positions as relevant.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18180136775
If you received Council funding in
2025, please upload a document
recapping the use of prior year
Council funds.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18180136776
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Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance
PO Box 3986
Avon, CO 81620
www.vvmta.org
Total Estimated Cost:
The total estimated cost for the Stewardship Crew’s operations in 2026 is $250,000.
Funding Sources:
Funding for the Stewardship Crew will come from a combination of municipal and partner
contributions. VVMTA is requesting support from the Towns of Vail, Avon, Eagle, Minturn, and
Gypsum, as well as Eagle County.
In addition, VVMTA has received a two-year $300,000 grant from Great Outdoors Colorado
(GOCO). We are allocating 50% of that grant, or $150,000, toward the Stewardship Crew for the
2026 season. Additional support will come from grants, private donations, and partner
organizations to ensure the program’s success and sustainability.
Funding Breakdown:
● Crew staffing wages: $25,000
● Operations: $5,000 (tools, equipment, transportation, and supplies)
Program Overview:
The Stewardship Crew will serve as the essential boots on the ground performing Front Country
Ranger tasks, including:
● Trailhead management and cleanup
● Restroom management and maintenance
● Dispersed camping management
● Fire restriction education and enforcement
● General public lands management
This crew will support the U.S. Forest Service Front Country Ranger program and will also be
prepared to fill the role of that program if it is unable to operate next year due to circumstances
beyond local control and decisions made at the federal level.
We have to secure the necessary funding now to hire and implement this crew for 2026. We
cannot just hire this crew when/if federal decisions are made that negates the ability for the U.S.
Forest Service Front Country Ranger program to exist in 2026 or not.
Estimated Work Duration:
● Seasonal timeframe: May 1 to October 1
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Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance
PO Box 3986
Avon, CO 81620
www.vvmta.org
● Total work hours: Approximately 4,000 crew hours annually
● Work in and around the Town of Vail: Estimated 30–50% of total crew hours
(1,200–2,000 hours) will focus on trails, trailheads, and recreation sites in and
around the Town of Vail.
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Form Name: 2026 Council Contribution Request- Services
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Town of Vail 2026 Annual Council Contribution Request- Services
Organization Name TreeTop Child Advocacy Center
Contact Name Amy Oliveira
Title of Contact Executive Director
Contact Email amy@treetopcenter.org
Program and/or organization
website
https://www.treetopcenter.org/
Number of years organization has
been in business
7
Organization Mission Statement Our mission is to support child victims of abuse and their families
through intervention, advocacy, and support services.
Address 130 Ski Hill Road
Suite 200
Breckenridge, CO 80424
Work Phone (970) 409-2111
Organization's Tax Status Tax Exempt
Please attached a copy of your
organization's W9
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18177933158
Funding Request
What is the name of your
program?
Mobile Forensic Interviewing
Is this a new program?Yes
Type of Funding Requested Cash Funding Only
Cash Contribution Requested 10000
Please describe the timeframe of
your program (i.e. year round,
seasonal, or specific event
dates). If applicable please list
the relevant dates.
This is an ongoing program that will be provided to families and
individuals year-round.
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Did you received funding from
the Town of Vail for 2025?
No
Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
This program is new as of 2025, and will serve Eagle County.
Please describe the exact use(s)
of the contribution. Please be as
specific as possible. (i.e. the
items/materials to be purchased
for your program, charitable
support or activities funded, etc)
A $10,000 gift to support TreeTop Child Advocacy Center's Mobile
Unit would make a powerful impact by helping to bring
trauma-informed care directly to children and families in rural
areas of Eagle County-removing transportation barriers that often
prevent access to critical services. This funding would help cover
staffing costs for a specialized team, including a forensic
interviewer, child and family advocate, and mental health
professional, who provide child-led assessments in a safe, mobile
environment.
It would also support essential equipment and supplies for the
unit, such as secure recording devices, comfort items like toys
and books, and connectivity tools to ensure high-quality care and
documentation.
Additionally, funds would help ensure families receive coordinated
follow-up services, including referrals to therapists, medical
providers, and law enforcement partners. In short, a $10,000
donation helps bring TreeTop's child-first, community-based
response model directly to vulnerable children-offering healing,
justice, and hope wherever it's needed most.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
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How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
TreeTop Child Advocacy Center's Mobile Unit directly supports the
Town of Vail's mission to be a premier international mountain
resort community by ensuring that children and families in the
Vail area have equitable access to critical, trauma-informed
services-regardless of their ability to travel. By providing forensic
interviews, advocacy, and mental health services through our
mobile response unit, TreeTop helps protect the well-being of
children, supports families in crisis, and strengthens the overall
health and safety of the community. This contribution will
enhance the long-term resilience of Vail by investing in the
physical, emotional, and social health of its youngest and most
vulnerable residents, which ultimately contributes to a vibrant,
diverse, and safe community for both citizens and visitors.
How will your program support
the mission & vision of the Vail
Town Council?
TreeTop Child Advocacy Center's Mobile Unit supports the Vail
Town Council's mission and vision by promoting a safe, healthy,
and inclusive community for all residents-especially children. By
delivering critical, trauma-informed services directly to children
and families impacted by abuse, the Mobile Unit removes barriers
to care in remote and underserved areas, ensuring that every
child has access to justice, healing, and support. This investment
in community well-being reinforces Vail's commitment to
providing exceptional services and fostering a resilient,
family-friendly environment. In doing so, TreeTop helps protect
the community's most vulnerable members, contributing to the
long-term vibrancy, diversity, and sustainability of Vail as a
premier international mountain resort.
How will your program attract
target markets of both visitors
and community members?
While TreeTop Child Advocacy Center's Mobile Unit primarily
serves local children and families, its presence strengthens the
broader appeal of Vail as a safe, family-centered destination. By
prioritizing child protection and community wellness, TreeTop
supports the kind of infrastructure that both residents and visitors
value-one where families feel supported, services are accessible,
and public safety is taken seriously. For community members, the
Mobile Unit provides vital, local access to care and resources. For
visitors, knowing that Vail invests in comprehensive, child-focused
services reinforces the Town's reputation as a responsible,
compassionate, and family-friendly resort community.
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How will your program deliver
fresh content (new programming,
additional days/activities, ect.)?
TreeTop's Mobile Unit is a new and innovative expansion of our
core services, designed to meet the growing need for on-site,
trauma-informed care in remote areas. In the coming year, we
plan to increase outreach days in Eagle other counties we serve,
and introduce enhanced services such as bilingual support,
caregiver education sessions, and follow-up mental health care
coordination-all delivered directly through the mobile unit. These
additions represent a proactive and evolving approach to child
advocacy, ensuring our programming remains responsive,
relevant, and accessible to families across the region.
How will your program achieve
recognition and drive
participation?
TreeTop's Mobile Unit will achieve recognition and drive
participation through strategic community partnerships, outreach,
and visibility at local events and public service networks. We work
closely with law enforcement, schools, hospitals, and social
services to ensure families are referred to us promptly when
concerns arise. Additionally, we'll promote the Mobile Unit
through targeted communication efforts, including bilingual
materials, regional media coverage, and community-based
awareness campaigns. By building trust with families and
professionals and consistently delivering compassionate,
high-quality care, TreeTop strengthens its reputation as a reliable
resource-encouraging participation and expanding our reach
across Vail and surrounding areas.
What is the lasting community
involvement and or benefit of
this program?
The lasting benefit of TreeTop's Mobile Unit lies in its ability to
create a safer, healthier community by ensuring that vulnerable
children and families receive timely, trauma-informed care close
to home. This program fosters ongoing community involvement
by partnering with local agencies, schools, law enforcement, and
healthcare providers to build a coordinated network of support.
Over time, these collaborations strengthen community trust and
resilience. By addressing child abuse early and effectively, the
Mobile Unit helps break cycles of trauma, promotes healing, and
contributes to the long-term well-being of Vail's families-making
the community safer and more supportive for generations to
come.
BUDGET
Are your books audited?Yes
Please upload
program/organization budget
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18177933174
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Who currently funds your
organization?
TreeTop Child Advocacy Center primarily relies on federal funding
from the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Crime Victims Fund, which
constitutes a significant portion of its budget. However, due to a
projected reduction in this federal funding, the center is facing a
substantial shortfall in the coming years.
In addition to federal support, TreeTop receives contributions
from various local government entities. The center is actively
working to diversify its funding sources by engaging with
additional local governments, businesses, and individual donors.
Efforts include grant applications, fundraising campaigns, and
building partnerships with community organizations to ensure
financial stability and continue providing essential services to
child abuse victims in the region.
What percentage % of the total
event budget is being requested?
25
If the program is not funded at
the full request, how will it
change with a lower funding
allocation?
If the program is not funded at the full request amount, we will
prioritize the most critical services to continue providing
trauma-informed care through the Mobile Unit. This may mean
reducing the number of outreach days, limiting additional support
services such as bilingual assistance or follow-up care
coordination, and scaling back investments in equipment or
staffing. While these adjustments would impact the program's
reach and capacity, TreeTop remains committed to delivering
essential services to vulnerable children and families and will seek
alternative funding sources to minimize any gaps in care.
Should the Council decide not to
support this program at all, will it
still occur?
Yes
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
0
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
0
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Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
Not applicable at this time. TreeTop is currently seeking other
funding opportunities to help offset the cost of this program.
Please explain the potential for
additional sponsorships or
partners.
We will explore funding opportunities to expand this service in
other communities served by TreeTop Child Advocacy Center.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Are there any other things you'd
like to share with Council and
staff that are not included in the
application?
N/A
Organization rosters naming all
officers, board of directors and
respective positions as relevant.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18177933184
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Town of Vail 2026 Annual Council Contribution Request- Services
Organization Name Eagle Valley Community Foundation
Contact Name Hillary Scanlan
Title of Contact Development Officer
Contact Email hillary@eaglevalleycf.org
Program and/or organization
website
https://eaglevalleycf.org/
Number of years organization has
been in business
10
Organization Mission Statement Eagle Valley Community Foundation (EVCF) exists to strengthen
the Eagle River Valley by connecting neighbors, resources, and
opportunities-place by place, person by person. Our mission is to
ignite collaborative solutions that meet basic needs, foster
belonging, and build economic power for those who live and work
in our mountain towns. Founded in 2015, EVCF is a locally rooted,
entrepreneurial 501(c)(3) that operates responsive, culturally
connected programs like The Community Market, MIRA, and
Elevar. As a nontraditional community foundation, we work
directly in neighborhoods across Eagle County-including Vail-to
deliver services, deepen partnerships, and co-create a more
equitable future for all.
Address P.O. Box 1580
Vail, CO 81658
Work Phone (404) 285-4456
Organization's Tax Status 501(c)(3)
Please attached a copy of your
organization's W9
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18190003026
Funding Request
What is the name of your
program?
The Community Market: Fueling Vail's Community
Is this a new program?No
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How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
7
Type of Funding Requested Cash Funding Only
Cash Contribution Requested 50000
Please describe the timeframe of
your program (i.e. year round,
seasonal, or specific event
dates). If applicable please list
the relevant dates.
We are seeking funding to sustain year-round operations at The
Community Market, enhancing our ability to purchase food and
expand services for the Vail Valley community. Funding will
directly support The Community Market from March 1, 2026 to
March 1, 2027.
Did you received funding from
the Town of Vail for 2025?
Yes
How much funding did you
receive from the Town of Vail for
2025? (Please include total
funding you received from the
CSE and Town Council)?
50000
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Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
EVCF delivers services to the most vulnerable community
members across Eagle County, CO, from resort towns like Vail and
Beaver Creek to rural areas like Dotsero and El Jebel-where
access is limited by geography, cost, and workforce shortages.
Over 30% of the population is Latinx, and many families lack
insurance and transportation. Providing essential services, mobile
markets and community programming throughout Eagle County,
EVCF is making a substantial difference throughout our Valley.
Funding received in previous years went directly back into Eagle
County:
2024: The funding ($50,000) received in 2024 supported food
purchasing for The Community Market at both the Gypsum and
Edwards locations, allowing us to expand our services and provide
free, healthy food to more of our low-income residents.
Additionally, support empowered our sustainability efforts,
fostering our RECover program, which diverts surplus food from
the landfill to the shelves at The Community Market.
2022: The funding ($10,000) received in 2022 supported The
Community Market's Mobile Markets, specifically the Vail Mobile
Market offered to employees who work and/or live within the town
of Vail.
2020: The funding ($65,000), part of the Town of Vail Community
Relief Fund, received in 2020 supported the work Eagle Valley
Community Foundation was doing across Eagle County to support
community members impacted by COVID-19.
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Please describe the exact use(s)
of the contribution. Please be as
specific as possible. (i.e. the
items/materials to be purchased
for your program, charitable
support or activities funded, etc)
As food prices continue to rise, so does the demand at The
Community Market (TCM). In 2025, we have already seen a 15%
increase in visits across all distribution sites. Even while
purchasing $10,000 worth of food each week, we struggle to keep
shelves stocked and meet the growing need. Funding from the
Town of Vail would directly support our ability to provide free,
healthy, and culturally relevant food to Vail residents and
employees through our storefront in Edwards and Gypsum, Mobile
Markets, and pop-up pantries at worksites and neighborhoods in
and around Vail.
Approximately 95% of the requested funds will be used to
purchase fresh, nutrient-dense food-including produce, dairy, and
proteins-with a priority on sourcing from local and regional
farmers to ensure both freshness and sustainability. The
remaining 5% will support critical logistics, such as transportation,
cold storage, and targeted outreach to reach those who live or
work in Vail but may be underserved by traditional food access
systems.
This grant will allow us to keep pace with rising demand and
extend the reach of our food security efforts into Vail-ensuring
that workers, families, and individuals have consistent access to
nutritious food, delivered with dignity and rooted in community
care.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
Our work at The Community Market (TCM) directly supports the
Town of Vail's Contribution Policy by addressing key indicators of
community health and wellbeing. In 2024, TCM served over
14,000 individuals each month, distributing more than 1.64
million pounds of nutritious food to residents across the valley. In
2025, that number has risen to 16,000 individuals a month,
showing the growing need in our community. By increasing food
security for low-income families-many of whom form the
backbone of the community-we help close a critical gap in access
to healthy food. This work directly aligns with the Town's mission
to promote overall health, sustainability, and inclusivity. Funding
TCM is an investment in a healthier, more resilient Vail Valley.
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How will your program support
the mission & vision of the Vail
Town Council?
TCM advances the Town of Vail's mission by providing essential
public services, promoting sustainability, and fostering inclusion
across Eagle County. By addressing food insecurity, TCM
enhances the quality of life for all who live and work in Vail.
Exceptional Public Services: TCM plays a vital role in the
community by providing free, nutritious food to those facing
financial hardship. By ensuring equitable access to healthy food -
a cornerstone of well-being - we are providing exceptional public
service to our neighbors in need.
Promoting Sustainability & Connection: We operate a sustainable
model by rescuing and redistributing surplus food from local
grocers, farmers, and restaurants. In 2025 alone, we recovered
over 600,000 pounds of food, reducing waste and emissions.
Beyond food rescue, we recently launched a Community Garden
to grow produce, strengthen our food system, and foster
connections between people, food, and the land.
Creating Opportunities to Thrive: Reliable access to healthy food
contributes to overall well-being. Without the vital nourishment
offered at TCM, our community could not thrive and enjoy all the
wonderful activities Vail offers.
Promoting Inclusion & Belonging: TCM works to eliminate stigma
around food assistance by creating a welcoming experience for
all. Their need-blind model ensures everyone is treated with
dignity and respect, regardless of background, creating a more
inclusive, resilient, and connected community.
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How will your program attract
target markets of both visitors
and community members?
The foundation of our town is its workforce - and without a
healthy, resilient workforce, that foundation is at risk. By investing
in the health and well-being of our residents, we're not just
strengthening our community, we're also enhancing its appeal to
visitors. At TCM, we support economic development by reducing
food insecurity. When families no longer have to choose between
paying bills and putting food on the table, they're able to
contribute more fully to the local economy. Food security is more
than a basic need, it is an economic driver. By helping ensure that
residents - particularly those in the service and hospitality sectors
- have consistent access to essential resources, TCM plays a key
role in supporting the workforce that drives Vail's tourism
industry. A well-supported workforce leads to higher-quality
service for visitors and a stronger, more cohesive community.
As travelers become increasingly eco-conscious, Vail becomes
particularly appealing as a destination that values both people
and the planet. Partnership with The Community Market further
bolsters Vail's reputation as a leader in sustainability, supporting
TCM's efforts to reduce food waste and promote environmental
stewardship.
How will your program deliver
fresh content (new programming,
additional days/activities, ect.)?
We are seeing unprecedented demand at The Community Market,
with visits up 15% in 2025, demonstrating the growing need for
fresh food in our community. With rising food prices driven by
inflation and a shortage of affordable housing options, our
community members are stretched thin. Our goal at TCM is to
ensure that no one has to choose between paying bills and buying
groceries. Unlike other organizations that may focus on stationary
food banks, EVCF's innovative mobile approach ensures that
fresh, nutritious food reaches those who face transportation
barriers and systemic challenges including language, cultural, and
socioeconomic barriers. The Community Market's mobile markets
meet individuals where they are - figuratively and literally. The
weekly Mobile Market at the Hythe continues to see high turnover
of food, serving over 2,400 people a year, with that number rising
during the winter months due to the influx of seasonal workers,
highlighting the demand for free, nutritious food distribution
within Vail. Support from the Town of Vail would allow us to
increase food purchasing to expand the amount of food we are
able to provide at the Vail mobile market each week, as well as
potentially expand our mobile market locations within the Town of
Vail.
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How will your program achieve
recognition and drive
participation?
EVCF promotes The Community Market through a trusted,
multi-layered outreach strategy that blends digital tools with
grassroots connection. We engage over 7,500 followers on social
media with real-time updates on EVCF's programs, while also
distributing bilingual flyers, running culturally relevant radio ads,
and participating in community events. What sets us apart is our
team of trusted, bilingual community advocates who help spread
awareness, answer questions, and build bridges in the
community. Our partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and
government agencies further amplify our reach.
We further drive participation by creating a welcoming experience
for all. Our need-blind model ensures everyone is welcomed with
dignity and respect, regardless of income or background. By
making people feel safe and welcome, people feel comfortable
returning to TCM. TCM supports a more inclusive, resilient, and
connected community where everyone is valued.
What is the lasting community
involvement and or benefit of
this program?
Investing in TCM is an investment in the wellbeing of our
community across multiple sectors - financial, health, social,
environmental. For every $1 donated, TCM redistributes $5.60
worth of nutritious food and mobilizes an additional $7 through
community support and strategic partnerships. The impact of TCM
in the Vail community is far-reaching-promoting health, resilience,
and inclusivity. By offering free, healthy food to low-income
individuals and families, TCM ensures that all residents,
regardless of income, have reliable access to nutritious meals.
This leads to better health outcomes, reduces healthcare costs,
and boosts overall quality of life for our residents.
TCM is equally committed to environmental sustainability.
Through strong partnerships with local businesses, TCM reduces
food waste and supports the local economy. In the past year
alone, TCM has recovered over 600,000 pounds of food from local
grocery stores and businesses. By building a more sustainable
food system that leverages local partnerships, local harvests, and
local funding sources, we are keeping valuable resources within
the community while reducing food waste and greenhouse gas
emissions, ultimately protecting Vail's natural habitat.
These efforts reflect Vail's core values and strengthen its identity
as an environmentally and socially responsible community -
making it an even more attractive place to live, work, and visit.
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BUDGET
Are your books audited?Yes
Please upload
program/organization budget
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18190003044
Who currently funds your
organization?
EVCF receives funding from diverse sources including grants from
private foundations and local municipalities, businesses, board
members, individuals, and community-based grassroots donors.
This diverse range of funding ensures we are not overly reliant on
any one source of revenue, and we can adapt should funding fall
through. We operate a lean and balanced budget to support the
needs of the community and rely 100% on funding from our
supporters and funders each year to fulfill our mission. 100% of
the board contributes to the organization with the goal to cover
the majority of administrative expenses, allowing each dollar
raised to support direct programming. Some of the current
supporters to TCM include but are not limited to: Town of Eagle,
Town of Avon, Eagle County, Vail Resorts, the Frechette Family
Foundation, the Helle Family Foundation, the Rushmores, the
Slifers, the Fergusons, the Malehorns, the Rossettis, Hunger Free
Colorado, Colorado Health Foundation, Vail Health, Alpine Bank,
and more.
Your consideration of this grant proposal is very meaningful to
TCM and will make a difference for thousands of families this year
who are impacted by food insecurity.
What percentage % of the total
event budget is being requested?
1
If the program is not funded at
the full request, how will it
change with a lower funding
allocation?
EVCF is entirely funded through charitable contributions, with no
dedicated municipal funding. This limits our ability to bring mobile
markets and essential resources to every local town and
neighborhood. With reduced financial support from the Town of
Vail, there is a risk of having to reduce programming and resource
delivery within the Town. As new partnerships with local Vail
businesses continue to grow, EVCF is leveraging increased in-kind
support through food donations and will also seek financial
contributions from these partners. Support from the Town of Vail
would further aid our local outreach efforts and strengthen our
ability to serve residents by increasing our purchasing power and
expanding our services offered.
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Should the Council decide not to
support this program at all, will it
still occur?
Yes
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
94000
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
1800000
Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
Recovery Partners: We leverage an extensive list of 39 local
partners who support our REcover program by donating surplus
food from their kitchens that will otherwise go to waste at local
Vail restaurants. In 2024, we recovered over 600,000 pounds of
food from these businesses, redirecting them from the landfill to
the shelves of The Community Market.
LaVenture Farms: LaVenture Farms has donated their land to The
Community Market's new Community Gardens. By launching our
own garden, we empower ourselves to 'shop local' by growing
fresh produce for direct distribution at The Community
Market-helping to combat food insecurity, promote sustainability,
and support economic stability in our region.
Food Bank of the Rockies: This organization remains a key partner
for securing shelf stable food, dairy and breads for TCM. Food
Bank of the Rockies has significant purchasing and bargaining
power as they work with major food providers and distributors
throughout the Rocky Mountain region.
MIRA Program: A sister program of TCM, MIRA is a critical partner
in these efforts. MIRA partners with TCM to provide baseline data
on diet-related conditions and provides health education events
around nutrition, food resources, and healthy cooking.
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Please explain the potential for
additional sponsorships or
partners.
As a philanthropic foundation, Eagle Valley Community
Foundation (EVCF) and The Community Market (TCM) continually
seek partnerships and funding to meet operational needs and
serve the community with dignity and efficiency. In 2025, we've
prioritized expanding local food rescue partnerships with
restaurants, farms, and food businesses to reduce waste and
redirect surplus food to neighbors in need.
Through these efforts, we launched a coordinated food rescue
program with Vail Village restaurants-collecting unused,
unprepared food and safely transporting it to TCM. This reduces
landfill waste while increasing the variety and quantity of food
available to families valley-wide.
Support from the Town of Vail helps us grow this model. With
additional funding, we can expand collection days, involve more
restaurants and hotels, and invest in the systems and training
that ensure safe, sustainable food rescue.
We also offer support to Vail-area businesses through:
-Food safety and donation training for staff
-Collaborative events or campaigns
-Recognition and co-branded sustainability efforts
Town of Vail support validates and amplifies this
work-encouraging participation, attracting new funding, and
positioning Vail as a leader in sustainability and food equity.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Are there any other things you'd
like to share with Council and
staff that are not included in the
application?
Our work at The Community Market aligns well with the Town of
Vail's mission to promote health, sustainability, and inclusivity in
our community. An investment in TCM is an investment in a
healthier, more resilient Vail Valley, which ultimately makes Vail a
more appealing place to live and visit. We appreciate your
consideration of this grant request.
Organization rosters naming all
officers, board of directors and
respective positions as relevant.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18190003054
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If you received Council funding in
2025, please upload a document
recapping the use of prior year
Council funds.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18190003055
Upload any other relevent
materials such as photos, videos,
articles, PR coverage, ect.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18190003056
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Form Name: 2026 Council Contribution Request- Services
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Town of Vail 2026 Annual Council Contribution Request- Services
Organization Name Castle Lodge #122, Ancient Free and Accepted Mason
Contact Name Luke Causey
Title of Contact Secretary
Contact Email luke09@gmail.com
Program and/or organization
website
https://co.moriapp.com/connect/connect_groups/e040
Number of years organization has
been in business
76
Organization Mission Statement Castle Lodge #122 continuously serves the two main purposes of
Free Mason's in the world; To make good men better, and to
serve the community through charity.
Address 130 E Third St.
Eagle, CO 81631
Work Phone (225) 931-2664
Organization's Tax Status 501(c)3
Please attached a copy of your
organization's W9
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18186929446
Funding Request
What is the name of your
program?
Jon Asper Memorial Toy Store
Is this a new program?No
How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
20
Type of Funding Requested Cash Funding Only
Cash Contribution Requested 2000
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Please describe the timeframe of
your program (i.e. year round,
seasonal, or specific event
dates). If applicable please list
the relevant dates.
Seasonal. This occurs the week before Christmas, annually.
Typically December 22-24.
Did you received funding from
the Town of Vail for 2025?
Yes
How much funding did you
receive from the Town of Vail for
2025? (Please include total
funding you received from the
CSE and Town Council)?
2000
Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
The Toy Store is located at the Castle Masonic Lodge, Eagle, CO.
It serves the entire population of Eagle County.
Please describe the exact use(s)
of the contribution. Please be as
specific as possible. (i.e. the
items/materials to be purchased
for your program, charitable
support or activities funded, etc)
The funds will be used to purchase toys in new condition, through
several retail partners such as Target and WalMart. The
purchased toys will be acquired as 'tax exempt'.
These toys are provided at no charge to parents of kids, and
directly to kids, throughout our county. The majority are provided
in-person at the Toy Store, and some are delivered to high density
housing locations to be distributed to families by staff members
there.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
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How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
Our Toy Store serves every individual in Eagle County equally.
We strive to contact and directly invite lesser served members of
our community through identification partnerships with school
administrations. We strive to make a positive difference on the
Christmas experience of children that live below the poverty line,
and their families.
By serving the Christmas needs of the children, we help to reduce
holiday pressure on families during the most stressful time of the
year. By gifting kids Christmas presents, we show them directly
that they are cared for, important, and valued in our community.
We provide toys to all ages from newborn to teenager, to any
family in need during the Christmas season. There is no charge,
no strings, and we take nothing in return. This is entirely for the
benefit of our community!
What we do get in return is knowing that the kids in our county
are impacted, positively, with love and kindness. Please help us
make this amazing impact! And as always, you are certainly
invited come visit us during our Toy Store and see for yourselves
the amazing impact every toy makes in the life of a child!
How will your program support
the mission & vision of the Vail
Town Council?
We support diversity unequivocally. Freemason's believe strongly
that all people are created equal, and that this equality is
fundamental in the need for support. We strongly advocate that
charity, and charitable action, should impact where the need is
greatest, independent of where the need is best publicized.
Our desire is to locate and serve those individuals, families, and
children in our community that might be ostracized for various
reasons, including economic status and cultural pressures.
How will your program attract
target markets of both visitors
and community members?
Freemason's do not distinguish between residents and visitors.
Some families we serve are year-round residents, while others are
temporary workers or visiting and short-term living with their
families.
Our served people reside throughout Eagle County, including
employee housing in Vail. They visit our Toy Store from every
locale from Vail, westward to Dotsero.
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How will your program deliver
fresh content (new programming,
additional days/activities, ect.)?
Our event takes a classical approach to the holiday season. We
recognize, support, and provide to persons celebrating every
holiday season, including traditional Christian, Jewish, and other
religious celebrations. While we as Mason's believe strongly in
the existence of God, and he as the Great Architect of the
Universe, we do not disparage or prejudice against any belief
system. We support inclusivity and all persons, regardless of
their belief system. All are supported and provided for equally.
With this approach, our event is able to reach into the corners of
our society and touch families in need that might otherwise go
unserved. This allows fresh contact, new connections, and
positive relationships on an annual basis. Every year we hold the
event, we reach new people. These individuals are provided
contact information for the Lodge, and we reach out to them
periodically over the year for support and assistance.
How will your program achieve
recognition and drive
participation?
We advertise generally by in-person contacts, school
administrators, and previous years visitors. Our participation
grows annually, and we have consistently reached over 500
individuals in Eagle County during the last two years. Local,
state, and national economic conditions impact participation. We
have observed a steady increase in need as cost of living, food,
housing, and medical care have steadily increased.
What is the lasting community
involvement and or benefit of
this program?
Relationships built during this event last all year. As families are
met by the Lodge, we assist with everything from birthday's to
medical events over the year. Our impacts are individual, and
can range from everything from sports equipment needs for kids,
to food deliveries, to transportation.
BUDGET
Are your books audited?Yes
Please upload
program/organization budget
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18186929472
Who currently funds your
organization?
Castle Lodge is majority funded by individual membership dues.
While we do accept donations and governmental grants, the
operating funds are typically generated by the membership.
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What percentage % of the total
event budget is being requested?
25
If the program is not funded at
the full request, how will it
change with a lower funding
allocation?
Without adequate funding, holiday gifts to families in need will
decrease. We can only provide what we are funded for, so service
ability is directly proportional to assets available.
Should the Council decide not to
support this program at all, will it
still occur?
Yes
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
1000
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
1000
Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
Town of Eagle (approximately $1,000)
Town of Gypsum (approximately $1,000)
Please explain the potential for
additional sponsorships or
partners.
Several sponsors directly donate toys for the Toy Store. These
sponsors include State Farm (Eagle), Salvation Army (Avon), and
Jensen Electric (Gypsum).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Are there any other things you'd
like to share with Council and
staff that are not included in the
application?
The Toy Store is direct impact. We locate, serve, and provide for
families directly. They do not need to provide us any personal
identifying information if they prefer not to.
Additionally, absolutely zero funds are used for administrative
purposes. Every single penny goes directly to purchase toys for
the community. Castle Lodge members are strictly volunteer.
Please know that everything you contribute will directly impact a
family in need!
Organization rosters naming all
officers, board of directors and
respective positions as relevant.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18186929482
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If you received Council funding in
2025, please upload a document
recapping the use of prior year
Council funds.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18186929483
Upload any other relevent
materials such as photos, videos,
articles, PR coverage, ect.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18186929484
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Town of Vail 2026 Annual Council Contribution Request- Services
Organization Name Vail Valley Charitable Fund
Contact Name Terri Reichert
Title of Contact Development Manager
Contact Email terri@vvcf.org
Program and/or organization
website
vvcf.org
Number of years organization has
been in business
29
Organization Mission Statement The Vail Valley Charitable Fund offers financial support to
individuals and families residing in the Vail Valley who are facing
financial hardship due to a medical crisis or a long-term illness.
Since 1996, the Vail Valley Charitable Fund has distributed over
$9.7 million to more than 2,200 families in the Vail Valley. All of
the money raised stays here locally to help those who need it
most.
Our programs include:
*Direct Aid Grants assist locals who live and/or work in the Vail
Valley with a one-time grant of up to $7,500 to cover medical and
living expenses, allowing our applicants to focus on their
recovery.
*Eagle County Smiles children's dental program provides low-cost
dental services to uninsured children aged 0-18.
*Eagle County Grins adult dental program provides low-cost
dental services to uninsured adults aged 19 and above.
*Eagle County Moves physical therapy program provides an
opportunity for our applicants to receive physical therapy services
while they nurse their bodies back to health.
*The Vail Breast Cancer Group provides care and comfort to those
recently diagnosed with breast cancer, a Shine on Bag full of
comforts. We are currently developing a program that will offer
paid mammograms for uninsured women.
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Address PO Box 2307
Edwards, CO 81632
Work Phone (970) 331-5810
Organization's Tax Status 501c3
Please attached a copy of your
organization's W9
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18178652800
Funding Request
What is the name of your
program?
Direct Aid,Eagle County Smiles,Eagle County Grins
Is this a new program?No
How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
29
Type of Funding Requested Cash Funding Only
Cash Contribution Requested 10000
Please describe the timeframe of
your program (i.e. year round,
seasonal, or specific event
dates). If applicable please list
the relevant dates.
Our direct aid, dental, physical therapy and breast cancer
programs are offered and administered year-round.
Our community events for 2025 are as follows:
Summer Solstice Trail Run - June 21, 2025
LG TRI - July 12, 2025
Bowling for Boobs - October 8, 2025
We are also proud to be a part of these events produced by
generous organizers:
Colorado Grand - September 12, 2025
Vail Concours - September 13, 2025
Did you received funding from
the Town of Vail for 2025?
Yes
How much funding did you
receive from the Town of Vail for
2025? (Please include total
funding you received from the
CSE and Town Council)?
8000
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Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
For 29 years, the VVCF has served the Vail Valley, from East to
West, beginning in East Vail and extending through Dotsero,
including Minturn and Red Cliff.
Our direct aid has helped over 2,200 families with more than $9.7
million in support for basic living expenses while they are
experiencing a medical crisis or a long-term illness.
In 2010, we established Eagle County Smiles, a dental program
dedicated to serving children.
In 2021, we introduced an adult dental program called Eagle
County Grins, with the assistance of Dr. and Maddy Moses of
Elevated Dental.
We've also begun a physical therapy program called Eagle County
Moves and reabsorbed the Vail Breast Cancer Group.
In 2025, we will launch a paid mammogram program for
uninsured women.
Please describe the exact use(s)
of the contribution. Please be as
specific as possible. (i.e. the
items/materials to be purchased
for your program, charitable
support or activities funded, etc)
If rewarded $10,000, we would divide those resources between
these programs:
Direct Aid - $5,000
Eagle County Smiles - $2,500
Eagle County Grins - $2,500
We are grateful for any contribution, of any size, and appreciate
your support of our programs through the years.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
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How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
Our programs benefit the entire Vail community because many of
the people we assist either live or work in the town, contributing
to its vibrancy and robust economic profile. Our programs help
residents and workers build financial resilience and foster a sense
of community, allowing them to focus on their healing.
Our dental programs are an investment in the community's future
health. Eagle County Smiles serves uninsured children aged 0-18
by pairing them with a local dental provider who treats decay and
other dental issues, teaches healthy lifelong habits, and recalls
the child every 6 months for preventive care. Eagle County Grins
serves adults, providing financial support and connecting them to
existing state benefits - this adult program is growing rapidly. Oral
health is a precursor to overall health and wellness; this program
helps community members address their oral health issues,
achieve pain relief and increased resilience, and invest in their
future health.
The Vail Breast Cancer Group provides care and comforts to
women facing a breast cancer diagnosis, and, in an effort to
embrace the power of prevention and early detection, we have
developed a program that includes help to pay for screening
mammograms for uninsured women. We intend to launch that
program in mid-July.
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How will your program support
the mission & vision of the Vail
Town Council?
The VVCF believes in grassroots fundraising because this is how
strong communities are built. We take care of one another.
Through this grassroots effort, collectively we provide exceptional
public services that our neighbors can count on. Our grant
recipients frequently tell us that receiving grant funding brings
them relief from financial hardship and also the love of the
community. Like you, we connect our grant recipients to other
resources within this community, making it stronger as we go.
This enables us to reach all community members equitably,
aligning with the Town of Vail's mission to create a community
where all can thrive.
"I arrived in Vail in 2014. It was as if I was still in college. I mostly
worked in hotels. Every job I had provided health insurance. But I
was too distracted to take care of myself.
When my left cheek had swollen, and the pain was becoming
unbearable, I called Elevated Dental. But, my job did not provide
dental insurance. How was I going to afford this? I already work
two jobs, and have a hard time keeping up. The VVCF and ECG
came to my rescue with the money I needed to get my mouth into
better shape. Without the assistance, I honestly have no idea
what shape my mouth would be in now. Receiving this help has
been life-changing for me.
I am proud to say I am now three-and-a-half years alcohol-free
and working with our youth at Children's Garden of Learning. I will
continue to give back to our community." ~ Mary Sugrue, Vail
Resident
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How will your program attract
target markets of both visitors
and community members?
Our programs are available to every community member who has
lived or worked in the Vail Valley for at least one year. Our direct
aid application is available online in English and Spanish. Our
Bilingual Coordinator has strengthened our relationship with
Spanish-speaking neighbors, thereby equalizing our ongoing
effort to foster heartfelt connections with our community.
While our programs don't serve tourists, it is essential to note that
they offer community members a chance to rebuild their
resilience and return to work serving tourists, an essential aspect
of this local economy.
We host annual events that target both locals and tourists,
helping to create the community vibrancy that tourists have come
to appreciate. The Summer Solstice Trail Run and LG TRI are two
examples of events that locals and tourists participate in. Our
newest event, Bowling for Boobs, is held in October at the DECA +
Bol in Vail. This fundraiser for the Vail Breast Cancer Group will
also attract both locals and tourists, fueling our new paid
mammogram program.
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How will your program deliver
fresh content (new programming,
additional days/activities, ect.)?
In 29 years, we take pride in being innovators. From a program
standpoint, we're always looking for better ways to serve this
community. The VVCF began with a grassroots fundraiser in
1996, and the Direct Aid program followed in tandem. We've
added our dental programs, physical therapy program, and the
Vail Breast Cancer Group to our portfolio because we believe each
program complements the others in helping our neighbors
achieve the best possible health and wellness, even when faced
with health challenges. We're often approached to absorb one
program or another, and this list shows that we indeed do so.
However, more importantly, we're selective, ensuring that we
continue to stay true to our mission. Most of all, we observe
application trends to remain attuned to the community
experience.
We believe in financial resilience and build our program approach
to support resilience. This is what leads us in 2025 to launch a
paid mammogram program for uninsured women. Women are the
breadwinners for their families. Early detection will not only save
lives but also ensure the best possible outcomes, enabling women
to remain resilient in both their treatment and financial situations.
We are equally analytical from an event standpoint, so we've
recently changed our signature events to ensure we offer what
the community wants while being financially careful in how we
deliver events. We do this by surveying attendees and analyzing
financial outcomes.
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How will your program achieve
recognition and drive
participation?
We send monthly newsletters to our supporters and engage in a
robust mail and online effort to secure end-of-year donations from
community members through direct mail, as well as Colorado
Gives Day. We also engage in a significant amount of social media
storytelling. We have a monthly column in the Vail Daily where we
tell our story from multiple perspectives (staff, donors, volunteers,
grant recipients, and program partners).
Our board members and staff wear many hats in this community,
as they work professionally and volunteer on numerous boards. In
these interactions, strong partnerships have been formed and
continue to be made, driving recognition and participation in our
programs and events. Through these efforts, we can share the
large list of program supporters who support us with funding.
We also apply for numerous grant funding and prize opportunities
throughout the year, during which we discuss VVCF's history and
program initiatives.
In 2025, we won the Vail Valley Partnership Community Impact
Award - a recognition that brings us great pride and inspires us to
continue our mission of assisting neighbors during vulnerable
times.
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What is the lasting community
involvement and or benefit of
this program?
Since 1996, we've distributed over $9.7 million to over 2,200
families.
Since its inception, Eagle County Smiles has served over 583
children, providing more than 6,900 services valued at over
$949,500.
In 2024, we proudly report that we have distributed $325,268 to
83 direct aid grant recipients. Our community can't prevent hard
times for our neighbors and loved ones, but we can continue to
rise to the occasion when challenges arise. Platforms like
GoFundMe make fundraising convenient, and they fill a great
need. Rest assured, the Vail Valley Charitable Fund achieves the
same result with our grassroots extended grant fundraisers, and
more funds go to the beneficiary. The small percentage we retain
(to meet our nonprofit obligations to the IRS) stays in the
community and supports our direct aid and other programs. Plus,
the recipient can SEE the love of their community at the
fundraiser. We are told all the time - it is heartwarming for a
recipient to know that a community is cheering them on.
In 2024, 21 of the 83 people we helped lived or worked in the
Town of Vail. We distributed $75,617 to Town of Vail residents or
workers.
BUDGET
Are your books audited?No
Please upload
program/organization budget
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18178652818
Who currently funds your
organization?
Individual Donors - neighbors within the Vail Valley and beyond
(we are seeing an increase in funding from out-of-state donors
because they believe in us after we help their loved ones).
Local businesses of all sizes
Grant Funding from Private Foundations
Local Governments - we apply for funding from the Town of Avon
and the Town of Eagle. The Town of Gypsum financially supports
the LG TRI with significant In-Kind donations.
Signature Events, again, this community rises to support us in the
grassroots fashion we began.
What percentage % of the total
event budget is being requested?
1
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If the program is not funded at
the full request, how will it
change with a lower funding
allocation?
Our direct aid grant applications are coming in at a higher rate
than ever. We are carefully evaluating those applications,
understanding that we can't fully fund each request. If you choose
to fund this program, we will distribute those funds promptly to a
deserving applicant, enabling us to help more people with your
support.
Should the Council decide not to
support this program at all, will it
still occur?
Yes
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
136302
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
30000
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Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
Town of Vail
Town of Avon
Colorado Housing and Finance Authority
Town of Eagle
El Pomar Foundation
Pledge the Pink Foundation
Denver Children's Foundation
Rocky Mountain Health Foundation
United Way of Eagle River Valley
John G. Duncan Charitable Trust
Walmart - Facility #1199
Vail Valley Cares
Slifer Smith & Frampton Foundation
Charitable Foundation of the Edwards Rotary Club
Yampa Valley Community Foundation
Walmart - Facility #1199
Charitable Foundation of the Vail Rotary Club
Vail Resorts EpicPromise
Beck Building Company
AIA Architecture & Construction
US Bank
Mountain Life Calvary Chapel
Elevated Dental
The Gallegos Corporation
Axis Sports Medicine
RA Nelson
FirstBank
Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield
Eagle County Airport
ANB Bank
Town of Gypsum
Riverwalk Wine & Spirits
Vail Recreation District
The Kind Bike & Skis
Siena Valley Club
Town of Gypsum
Vail Honeywagon
Wishes Toystore
Vail Daily
Deca + Bol
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Please explain the potential for
additional sponsorships or
partners.
We're always applying for Grant/Prize Funds. These funders have
applications pending or available in the coming months, and we're
actively researching other opportunities.
Denver Children's Foundation
Colorado Housing Finance Authority
Town of Avon
Town of Eagle
The Christian Foundation
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Are there any other things you'd
like to share with Council and
staff that are not included in the
application?
Thank you for your continued support.
Organization rosters naming all
officers, board of directors and
respective positions as relevant.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18178652828
If you received Council funding in
2025, please upload a document
recapping the use of prior year
Council funds.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18178652829
Upload any other relevent
materials such as photos, videos,
articles, PR coverage, ect.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18178652830
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Town of Vail 2026 Annual Council Contribution Request- Services
Organization Name Eagle Valley Child Care Association
Contact Name Taylor Hall
Title of Contact Vail Child Care Center Site Director
Contact Email taylor@eaglevalleychildcare.org
Program and/or organization
website
eaglevalleychildcare.org
Number of years organization has
been in business
24
Organization Mission Statement The mission of Eagle Valley Child Care Association is to provide
high-quality early learning programs to the children of Eagle
County by:
Providing a developmentally appropriate, discovery-based
learning environment that meets the needs of every child's
healthy cognitive, language, motor, social and emotional
development
Providing supportive parenting guidance to every family enrolled
in our programs
Providing the business community with a way to assure quality
care for their employees through our Business Partner program
Address 2099 North Frontage Road
W. Vail, CO 81657
Work Phone (970) 476-1615
Organization's Tax Status Non-Profit 503c
Please attached a copy of your
organization's W9
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18314549720
Funding Request
What is the name of your
program?
EVCCA/Vail Playground Repair and Remodel
Is this a new program?Yes
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Type of Funding Requested Cash Funding Only
Cash Contribution Requested 149194
Please describe the timeframe of
your program (i.e. year round,
seasonal, or specific event
dates). If applicable please list
the relevant dates.
Year Round
Did you received funding from
the Town of Vail for 2025?
Yes
How much funding did you
receive from the Town of Vail for
2025? (Please include total
funding you received from the
CSE and Town Council)?
180000
Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
Vail Child Care Center, Minturn Family Enrichment Center, Miller
Ranch Child Care Center
Please describe the exact use(s)
of the contribution. Please be as
specific as possible. (i.e. the
items/materials to be purchased
for your program, charitable
support or activities funded, etc)
FA and EE discounts, Personnel Expenses, Occupancy, Operating
Expenses
PROGRAM INFORMATION
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How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
Our project directly aligns with the Town of Vail's contribution
policy and mission by enhancing the safety, accessibility, and
recreational value of an outdoor playground space above Vail CIty
Market in teh Vail Child Care Center. The proposed
improvements-resolving drainage issues, elevating the
playground area, and installing new playground equipment and
fencing-will create a safer, more resilient, and more inclusive
environment for children and families. This supports the Town
Council's commitment to providing exceptional services and an
abundance of recreational opportunities.
By investing in the long-term usability of this space, our project
contributes to the overall health and vibrancy of the community.
It fosters inclusivity, promotes outdoor activity, and enhances
quality of life, which in turn strengthens the appeal of Vail as a
premier international mountain resort community. These
upgrades also represent a sustainable use of Town funds, as they
proactively address infrastructure issues and reduce future
maintenance needs.
Our application meets all submission requirements and provides
the Town Council with a complete and self-contained summary of
the proposed work, as required by the contribution policy.
How will your program support
the mission & vision of the Vail
Town Council?
Our project supports the Town of Vail's Town Council mission by
enhancing a community recreational space in a way that
promotes safety, connection, and quality of life for those who live,
work, and play in Vail. By addressing drainage issues, elevating
the playground area, and installing new, modern equipment, we
are creating a space where families and children can enjoy the
outdoors, connect with one another and with nature in the heart
of Vail proper, and create lasting memories.
This project also aligns with the Town's vision of being the
premier mountain resort community in the world. High-quality,
accessible public amenities are a key component of a world-class
resort destination. A safe, well-designed playground contributes
to the guest experience, enhances the community environment,
and reflects the Town's commitment to exceptional public
services and vibrant, welcoming spaces for all.
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How will your program attract
target markets of both visitors
and community members?
While the playground is not open to the general public, it will
significantly enhance the experience for families who rely on our
child care services, including many local workers and residents. A
safer, more functional, and engaging outdoor space supports
early childhood development and encourages active play, which
benefits the well-being of local children and their families.
By improving the quality of care and amenities offered, this
project helps attract and retain families in Vail, supporting the
town's goal of being a vibrant, family-friendly resort community.
For visiting families seeking dependable child care during their
stay, an upgraded facility also reflects Vail's commitment to
exceptional services and guest experience.
How will your program deliver
fresh content (new programming,
additional days/activities, ect.)?
This project delivers fresh content by transforming an outdated
outdoor space into a dynamic, engaging, and developmentally
appropriate environment for young children. New playground
equipment will introduce a variety of play opportunities that
support physical, social, and cognitive growth. Elevated areas and
improved drainage will expand usable outdoor time, allowing for
more consistent and enriching programming.
The refreshed playground design will also enable us to
incorporate nature-based and themed play, giving educators new
tools to create seasonal, curriculum-aligned outdoor experiences
that feel new and exciting for children and families throughout the
year
How will your program achieve
recognition and drive
participation?
This project will be recognized through our outreach to enrolled
families, community partners, and local employers who rely on
our services. We will share updates and completion
announcements via newsletters, social media, and through direct
communication with families-highlighting the investment in
quality early childhood experiences.
Improved facilities will help attract new families seeking
high-quality child care in Vail, and demonstrate our commitment
to continuous improvement. The project also strengthens our
partnerships with local businesses by supporting the workforce
with reliable, enriching child care options-helping to drive
participation and community engagement over the long term.
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What is the lasting community
involvement and or benefit of
this program?
This project provides a long-term benefit to the Vail community by
supporting working families with safe, high-quality child care in an
improved outdoor environment. Upgrading the playground
ensures children have access to developmentally rich, year-round
play, which supports early learning and well-being.
By investing in the future of Vail's youngest residents, the project
helps retain families in the area, strengthens the local workforce,
and contributes to a more vibrant, stable community. The
improved facility will serve generations of children and families,
reinforcing Vail's commitment to being a supportive place to live
and work.
BUDGET
Are your books audited?Yes
Please upload
program/organization budget
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18314549737
Who currently funds your
organization?
For all three centers-Tuition, CCAP, UPK, Blanche Hill Foundation,
Eagle County, Buell Foundation,Town of Minturn, Vail Health,
Yampa Valley Foundation
What percentage % of the total
event budget is being requested?
100
If the program is not funded at
the full request, how will it
change with a lower funding
allocation?
As the drainage and ground sinking issue are tied to the building,
we will ask that City Market covers those associated costs, leaving
the playground repair and rebuild to be funded by EVCCA.
Should the Council decide not to
support this program at all, will it
still occur?
No
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
0
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
0
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Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
n/a
Please explain the potential for
additional sponsorships or
partners.
It's our belief that City Market, the landlord of the property,
should cover the costs to repair the drainage issue.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Are there any other things you'd
like to share with Council and
staff that are not included in the
application?
We appreciate the Council's consideration of this request. While
our playground is not a public facility, it plays a vital role in
supporting Vail's workforce and families by providing safe,
enriching care for young children. This project is a long-term
investment in the health, resilience, and stability of our
community.
By improving the quality and safety of our outdoor space, we're
not only enhancing early childhood development but also helping
to attract and retain families who live and work in Vail-an
essential part of maintaining a vibrant, year-round community.
We are committed to maximizing the impact of this contribution
and upholding the values of excellence and service that define
the Town of Vail.
Organization rosters naming all
officers, board of directors and
respective positions as relevant.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18314549747
If you received Council funding in
2025, please upload a document
recapping the use of prior year
Council funds.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18314549748
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Town of Vail 2026 Annual Council Contribution Request- Services
Organization Name The Cycle Effect
Contact Name Rebecca Gould
Title of Contact Director of Development
Contact Email grants@thecycleeffect.org
Program and/or organization
website
www.thecycleeffect.org
Number of years organization has
been in business
12
Organization Mission Statement The Cycle Effect's mission is to empower young women through
mountain biking to create brighter futures and build stronger
communities
Address 116 East 3rd Street
PO Box 1503
Eagle, CO 81631
Work Phone (970) 306-7572
Organization's Tax Status 501(c)(3)
Please attached a copy of your
organization's W9
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18191359391
Funding Request
What is the name of your
program?
Girls Mountain Bike Program and Mujeres y Pedales
Is this a new program?No
How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
12
Type of Funding Requested Cash Funding Only
Cash Contribution Requested 10000
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Please describe the timeframe of
your program (i.e. year round,
seasonal, or specific event
dates). If applicable please list
the relevant dates.
This is a year round program.
Did you received funding from
the Town of Vail for 2025?
No
Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
Both programs are hosted open to all residents of Eagle County
and take place on local trails from Vail to Gypsum.
Please describe the exact use(s)
of the contribution. Please be as
specific as possible. (i.e. the
items/materials to be purchased
for your program, charitable
support or activities funded, etc)
The contribution will be utilized to directly support The Cycle
Effect's Eagle County Girls Mountain Bike Mentorship Program,
specifically focusing on the following key areas:
Transportation: Funds will cover the costs of transporting
participants to and from practices, races, and community events,
ensuring accessibility for all young women, particularly those from
low-income backgrounds.
Bikes and Equipment: We will purchase and maintain high-quality
mountain bikes, helmets, and safety gear for participants. This
equipment is essential for providing a safe and enjoyable biking
experience.
Bilingual Coaching: A portion of the contribution will support the
hiring of bilingual coaches who can effectively communicate with
our diverse participants, ensuring that language barriers do not
hinder engagement and learning.
Program Materials: Funds will be allocated for educational
materials and resources that support our life skills mentorship
topics, including workshops on mental health, leadership, and
personal development.
Community Events: The contribution will help fund monthly family
dinners and community outreach events, fostering connections
between participants, their families, and our staff, while
promoting a sense of belonging and community engagement.
By investing in these specific areas, the contribution will enhance
the overall impact of our program, empowering young women to
thrive both on and off the bike.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
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How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
The Cycle Effect (TCE) is uniquely positioned to support the Town
of Vail's Contribution Policy by addressing the community's
pressing needs through our mission of empowering young women
from underrepresented backgrounds. Our programming fosters
personal growth and resilience among participants while enriching
the overall vibrancy of the Vail community. By prioritizing access
to mountain biking for Latina, BIPOC, and low-income youth, we
contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment that aligns with
the Town's commitment to community well-being.
Our request for funding will bolster the Eagle County Girls
Mountain Bike Mentorship Program and the Mujeres y Pedales
program, essential resources for young women aged 10-18 and
women ages 18+, respectively. These initiatives promote physical
and mental health, instill leadership skills, and encourage
community engagement, fulfilling the Town Council's mission of
providing exceptional recreational and educational opportunities.
By investing in TCE, the Town of Vail will help cultivate a
generation of confident leaders who will positively influence the
community's future health and diversity. Our initiatives create a
ripple effect, benefiting not only participants but also their
families and the broader community. As we work to dismantle
barriers to access and promote equity in outdoor recreation, we
align with the Town's vision of a vibrant, diverse economy and
community, ensuring that all citizens and guests can fully enjoy th
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How will your program support
the mission & vision of the Vail
Town Council?
The Cycle Effect (TCE) embodies the mission and vision of the Vail
Town Council by nurturing a vibrant community where young
women can connect with nature and thrive. Our program
empowers young women aged 10-18, particularly those from
underrepresented backgrounds, through mountain biking-a
transformative vehicle for personal growth and community
engagement. By providing access to outdoor recreation, we
enhance physical health and promote mental well-being, creating
invaluable opportunities for participants to flourish.
TCE's commitment to inclusivity and equity supports Vail's vision
of being a premier mountain resort destination. Our programming
encourages participants to explore the breathtaking natural
environment of Vail, fostering a profound appreciation for the
outdoors while cultivating essential life skills such as teamwork,
leadership, and resilience. By engaging with local families and
community members, we strengthen the social fabric of Vail,
ensuring that all residents feel connected and valued.
Through our initiatives, TCE significantly enhances the quality of
life in Vail, empowering young women to emerge as confident
leaders who will leave a lasting impact on their communities.
Together, we are forging a legacy of empowerment, connection,
and joy that resonates with the mission of the Vail Town Council,
ultimately enriching the lives of all who call this remarkable
community home.
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How will your program attract
target markets of both visitors
and community members?
The Cycle Effect (TCE) is dedicated to serving young women from
underrepresented backgrounds, while also engaging visitors in
our vibrant mountain communities. Our mountain bike-focused
organization naturally attracts interest in outdoor recreation and
inclusivity. By showcasing our transformative programs, we
empower local youth and inspire visitors to recognize the value of
promoting outdoor activities for all.
To engage both audiences, we host community bike rides, races,
and open houses that highlight the impact of mountain biking.
These events are promoted through local media, social media
platforms, and partnerships with community organizations,
ensuring broad visibility and engagement. By inviting families and
community members to participate, we create a welcoming
atmosphere that fosters connection and belonging.
Our bilingual programming and culturally relevant outreach
initiatives enhance our appeal, making our offerings accessible to
diverse audiences. Collaborating with local schools and
organizations allows us to tap into existing networks, drawing in
participants who may not have previously considered mountain
biking.
Through these strategies, TCE cultivates a strong sense of
community, extending the feeling of belonging to both young
women and visitors. This shared experience reinforces the
perception of a vibrant, inclusive community, inviting all to
engage with our mission and advocate for equity in outdoor
recreation.
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How will your program deliver
fresh content (new programming,
additional days/activities, ect.)?
TCE has adopted a dynamic and community-centered approach to
delivering fresh content and programming that resonates with the
needs of the young women we serve. By actively engaging with
participants, their families, partner organizations, and schools, we
have successfully launched several innovative initiatives,
including bike clinic days, the Mujeres y Pedales program, the
TCE+ program, and the Junior Coach program. These offerings
were directly shaped by community feedback, ensuring that our
programming remains relevant and impactful.
Looking ahead, TCE is committed to continuously evolving our
programming by incorporating new activities and expanding our
offerings based on ongoing dialogue with our community. We are
exploring additional days of programming, such as weekend
adventure rides and specialized workshops that focus on life
skills, mental health, and leadership development. Furthermore,
we aim to enhance recruitment efforts and improve retention by
building stronger relationships with community members and
tailoring our services to meet their unique needs. This proactive
approach not only fosters a sense of belonging among our
participants but also amplifies our impact, empowering young
women to thrive both on and off the bike.
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How will your program achieve
recognition and drive
participation?
The Cycle Effect (TCE) will achieve recognition and drive
participation through a strategic blend of community
engagement, targeted outreach, and impactful storytelling. Our
commitment to serving young women from underrepresented
backgrounds will be highlighted through partnerships with local
schools, community organizations, and events that resonate with
our target demographic. By hosting bilingual outreach clinics and
informational sessions, we will break down barriers to
participation and ensure that families are aware of the
opportunities available to their daughters.
Additionally, we will leverage social media and digital marketing
to share success stories and testimonials from our participants,
showcasing the transformative impact of our programs.
Collaborating with local influencers and community leaders will
further amplify our message, creating a ripple effect that
encourages more young women to join our initiatives.
To maintain engagement, we will implement referral incentives
for current participants, encouraging them to invite friends and
family to join. Our ongoing commitment to culturally relevant
programming will ensure that participants feel a sense of
belonging, fostering a supportive community that drives
word-of-mouth participation.
Through these multifaceted strategies, TCE will not only achieve
recognition but also cultivate a vibrant community of young
women empowered to embrace mountain biking and the personal
growth it fosters.
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What is the lasting community
involvement and or benefit of
this program?
The lasting community involvement and benefit of The Cycle
Effect's (TCE) Girls Mountain Bike Program extend far beyond
individual participants. By empowering young women from
underrepresented backgrounds, TCE fosters a culture of
inclusivity, resilience, and leadership within the community. As
participants develop their biking skills and personal confidence,
they become role models for their peers, inspiring others to
engage in outdoor activities and pursue their passions.
The program strengthens community ties through family
involvement and local partnerships. Monthly family dinners create
a supportive network, allowing families to connect with one
another and TCE staff, reinforcing the importance of community
engagement. Collaborations with local organizations ensure that
TCE's programming is responsive to the unique needs of the
community, enhancing the overall impact of our initiatives.
TCE's commitment to bilingual programming and culturally
relevant content ensures that all community members feel valued
and included. This approach addresses health inequities and
promotes a sense of belonging among participants and their
families. As these young women grow into confident leaders, they
contribute positively to their communities, creating a ripple effect
that fosters a healthier, more equitable environment for all.
Ultimately, TCE cultivates a legacy of empowerment, connection,
and community well-being that will endure for generations.
BUDGET
Are your books audited?Yes
Please upload
program/organization budget
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18191359413
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Who currently funds your
organization?
We have a diverse portfolio of funders including individual,
corporate and grants.
Anonymous Colorado Foundation - $125,000
Colorado Parks & Wildlife - Outdoor Equity Grant Program:
$100,000
Colorado Health Foundation - $112,715
The Rosenbachs - $95,000
Liv Bikes - $75,000 IN-KIND
Borgen Family Foundation- $55,000
Namaste Foundation - $30,000
Kaufman Family Foundation - $30,000
Summit Foundation - $26,500
Epperson Family Foundation - $20,000
What percentage % of the total
event budget is being requested?
1
If the program is not funded at
the full request, how will it
change with a lower funding
allocation?
If TCE does not receive full funding from the Town of Vail, we are
committed to maintaining the integrity of both programs outlined
in this application- The Girls Mountain Bike Mentorship Program
and Mujeres y Pedales. TCE has established diversified revenue
streams, including individual donations, foundation grants,
corporate sponsorships, and fundraising events. This approach
enables us to adapt to funding fluctuations without compromising
program quality or accessibility.
In the case of a partial funding allocation, we will utilize our other
funding sources to subsidize the program, ensuring that we
continue to provide essential resources such as transportation,
equipment, and bilingual mentorship. Our commitment to serving
young women from underrepresented backgrounds remains
steadfast, and we will not reduce participant numbers or program
quality.
By leveraging existing partnerships and exploring new funding
opportunities, we will sustain the full scope of the program as
outlined in this proposal. Our goal is to empower young women
through mountain biking, and we will work diligently to secure the
necessary resources to achieve this mission, regardless of the
funding outcome from the Town of Vail.
Should the Council decide not to
support this program at all, will it
still occur?
Yes
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SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
35000
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
88000
Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
Ariel Foundation
Storm Foundation
Liv Cycles
Town of Avon
Edwards Metro District
REI Cooperative Action Fund
State of Colorado- NPI Grant
Colorado Outdoor Equity Fund
Western Colorado Community Foundation
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Please explain the potential for
additional sponsorships or
partners.
The Cycle Effect (TCE) has significant potential for additional
sponsorships and partnerships, driven by our commitment to
empowering young women and promoting equity in outdoor
recreation. Our established presence in four Colorado
counties-Eagle, Summit, Routt, and Mesa-provides a robust
platform for local businesses and organizations to engage with
diverse communities.
We actively seek partnerships with companies that align with our
mission, particularly in the outdoor, health, and wellness sectors.
Collaborating with brands that prioritize social responsibility can
create mutually beneficial relationships that enhance visibility and
community impact. For instance, outdoor gear companies can
sponsor equipment or apparel, while health organizations can
support our mental health initiatives, reinforcing their
commitment to community well-being.
TCE's focus on bilingual programming and culturally relevant
outreach opens doors for partnerships with organizations serving
Latina and BIPOC communities. These collaborations can amplify
our reach and effectiveness, ensuring we address the unique
needs of our participants.
Our successful track record, evidenced by the 550+ young
women served and the 92% of riders who report feeling a sense
of belonging, positions TCE as an attractive partner for sponsors
looking to make a meaningful impact. By leveraging our
community connections and shared values, we can cultivate new
sponsorship opportunities that drive growth and sustainability
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Are there any other things you'd
like to share with Council and
staff that are not included in the
application?
At The Cycle Effect (TCE), we believe our impact extends beyond
individual participants; it resonates throughout the entire
community. By empowering young women through mountain
biking, we foster personal growth and resilience while cultivating
a culture of inclusivity, health, and community engagement.
As our program participants gain confidence and develop
leadership skills, these young women become role models and
advocates for positive change within their families and
communities. The ripple effect of their growth inspires peers and
family members to pursue their own goals and engage more
actively in community life.
TCE promotes mental and physical well-being, addressing critical
health inequities faced by our participants. By integrating physical
activity with mental health education, we create a holistic
approach that improves lives and contributes to a healthier
community. Participants learn to manage stress and build
emotional resilience, leading to reduced rates of anxiety and
depression among youth.
Our commitment to community engagement is exemplified
through family dinners and community service projects, which
strengthen bonds and create a sense of belonging. Collaborating
with local organizations ensures our programming is responsive to
community needs, enriching our programs and strengthening
community ties.
In summary, TCE nurtures a generation of leaders who positively
influence their families and communities. Your support is crucial
in helping us expand
Organization rosters naming all
officers, board of directors and
respective positions as relevant.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18191359428
Upload any other relevent
materials such as photos, videos,
articles, PR coverage, ect.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18191359429
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Town of Vail 2026 Annual Council Contribution Request- Services
Organization Name Battle Mountain High School Project Graduation
Contact Name Andrea Glass
Title of Contact Co-Chair
Contact Email bmhsprojectgraduationco@gmail.com
Program and/or organization
website
https://bmhsprojectgrad.wixsite.com/huskies
Number of years organization has
been in business
20
Organization Mission Statement BMHS Project Graduation is a fun and memorable celebration for
Battle Mountain High School seniors in a supervised, drug- and
alcohol-free environment on graduation night. Providing a safe
alternative on a high-risk evening, it benefits both students and
the community. For over 20 years, this event has been organized
and funded entirely by parent volunteers who are committed to
keeping our teens safe.
Address c/o BMHS501c3
0151 Miller Ranch Road
Edwards, CO 81632
Work Phone (970) 376-5992
Organization's Tax Status 501c3
Please attached a copy of your
organization's W9
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18525286395
Funding Request
What is the name of your
program?
BMHS Project Graduation 2026
Is this a new program?No
How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
20
Type of Funding Requested Cash Funding Only
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Cash Contribution Requested 2500
Please describe the timeframe of
your program (i.e. year round,
seasonal, or specific event
dates). If applicable please list
the relevant dates.
BMHS Project Graduation 2026 will be held May 22, 2026 at the
Mountain Recreation Edwards Fieldhouse from 10:00pm - 1:00am.
Did you received funding from
the Town of Vail for 2025?
Yes
How much funding did you
receive from the Town of Vail for
2025? (Please include total
funding you received from the
CSE and Town Council)?
2000
Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
Mountain Recreation Edwards Fieldhouse, 450 Miller Ranch Road,
Edwards, CO 81632
Please describe the exact use(s)
of the contribution. Please be as
specific as possible. (i.e. the
items/materials to be purchased
for your program, charitable
support or activities funded, etc)
Town of Vail funds were used to host Project Graduation 2025.
Event costs include event insurance, entertainment rentals,
snacks, drawing prizes, and a gift for every attendee.
Traditionally, Project Graduation attendance has hovered around
100 students, but this year we were thrilled to welcome nearly
150 seniors - representing about one-half to three-quarters of the
graduating class of 200-250.
One of our biggest accomplishments was eliminating the $25
entrance fee per student. Because of community donations, every
graduating senior was able to attend free of charge. We believe
this was a key factor in boosting participation, ensuring that cost
was not a barrier to attendance.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
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How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
Battle Mountain High School's Project Graduation directly supports
the Town of Vail's funding priorities by investing in the safety,
well-being, and future of our community's youth. Graduation night
is one of the highest-risk evenings of the year for substance use,
accidents, and unsafe behavior. By providing a safe,
substance-free, and memorable celebration, Project Graduation
benefits the entire community of Vail-protecting not only
students, but also families, first responders, and visitors.
This program also aligns with the Town Council's mission by
strengthening our community fabric and supporting our next
generation. Project Graduation promotes a vibrant and diverse
community by including every graduating senior, regardless of
background or financial means. It contributes to the Town's vision
of providing cultural and educational opportunities by creating a
celebratory event that rewards students for their achievement
while fostering connections among peers and families.
Finally, this investment in youth contributes to the long-term
health of the resort community. Today's graduates are tomorrow's
workforce, community leaders, and ambassadors for Vail. By
supporting them with safe, positive traditions, the Town of Vail
demonstrates its commitment to sustaining a strong, healthy
community that continues to thrive as a premier international
mountain resort.
How will your program support
the mission & vision of the Vail
Town Council?
Project Graduation reflects the Town of Vail's mission by providing
graduating seniors with a safe, memorable, and inclusive
celebration-an opportunity to connect with one another, celebrate
their accomplishments, and create lasting memories in the place
they call home. By reducing risks on graduation night, we also
support the wellbeing of families, residents, and visitors, ensuring
that everyone can continue to "have the time of their lives" in
Vail.
This program also supports the Town's vision of being the premier
mountain resort community in the world. A strong, healthy, and
connected youth population is essential to sustaining a vibrant
community and workforce. By investing in our young people,
Project Graduation helps ensure that Vail continues to be known
not only for world-class recreation, but also for its commitment to
community, safety, and opportunity.
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How will your program attract
target markets of both visitors
and community members?
Project Graduation directly serves Battle Mountain High School
students and families, many of whom live in the Town of Vail.
However, the event's impact extends to the broader community
and visitors alike. By offering a safe, substance-free celebration
on graduation night, we reduce the likelihood of risky behavior
that could affect not only our graduates but also residents,
families, and visitors to Vail. This makes the community safer and
more welcoming for guests.
The program also highlights Vail's commitment to its young
people, showing both community members and guests that Vail is
more than a resort destination, it is a place that values education,
family, and tradition. Parents, relatives, and friends often travel to
Vail to celebrate commencement, and Project Graduation
reassures them the town supports a safe and meaningful way for
their graduates to celebrate. In this way, the program strengthens
Vail's image as a premier community that cares deeply about the
wellbeing of both residents and visitors.
How will your program deliver
fresh content (new programming,
additional days/activities, ect.)?
Project Graduation is built around a proven mix of activities that
students love year after year, including casino games, mechanical
bull riding, prize drawings throughout the evening, and
carnival-style games for prizes and money. While the core
program remains consistent because of its popularity, we keep it
fresh by expanding opportunities within those activities. For 2026,
we plan to increase the number and variety of games so students
have even more chances to win prizes.
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How will your program achieve
recognition and drive
participation?
Project Graduation uses multiple outreach strategies to ensure
every senior knows about and feels included in the event. We
created a promotional video that is shown in all BMHS Advisory
classes, giving students a clear picture of what to expect and
generating excitement. Each senior also receives a formal event
invitation and a complimentary "Husky Senior Lives Here" lawn
sign in May, which promotes both school spirit and community
recognition.
We also connect with students and families at key times
throughout the year, including BMHS registration day and the first
day of school, to build early awareness. In addition, our first
fundraiser is selling "Senior Shout Outs" to families. These are
small posters, featuring a message and photo of a senior student,
which are posted in the school lobby for the first month of school.
This initiative raises funds but also promotes the event to families
and the student population.
Together, these efforts ensure strong participation, high visibility,
and a sense of shared celebration across the graduating class.
What is the lasting community
involvement and or benefit of
this program?
Graduation night is traditionally one of the highest-risk evenings
for youth. By offering an engaging, substance-free alternative, we
help keep students safe, while also reducing potential strain on
families, first responders, and the broader community.
Beyond a single night, the program reinforces positive
decision-making and represents an exciting and memorable
evening free of substances. It also strengthens community bonds,
as the event is made possible through the support of parents,
volunteers, local businesses, and municipalities working together.
In this way, Project Graduation creates a safer community today
while building a culture of responsibility and care that benefits
Vail's future.
BUDGET
Are your books audited?No
Please upload
program/organization budget
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18525286413
Who currently funds your
organization?
Grants from municipalities, Local business sponsorship, and
family donations.
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What percentage % of the total
event budget is being requested?
8
If the program is not funded at
the full request, how will it
change with a lower funding
allocation?
Project Graduation is organized by a dedicated committee of
parent volunteers who are committed to raising the full $30,000
needed to host the event. We pursue every possible funding
source to reach this goal. If fundraising falls short, the event
would continue, but with fewer prizes or giveaways for students.
As a very last resort, we could consider reinstating a small entry
fee, though our highest priority is to keep Project Graduation free
and accessible to every senior.
Should the Council decide not to
support this program at all, will it
still occur?
Yes
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
20000
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
10500
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Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
None yet.
2025 sponsors include the following, all of whom will be
approached again this year:
FirstBank
Alpine Bank
Arrowhead Metro District
Avanti F&B
Berry Creek Metro District
Black Hills Energy
BMHS Booster Club
BMHS PTA
Climax Molybdenum
Commfluent, Inc.
Eagle River Inn
Edwards Metro District
EFEC
Holy Cross
jacobs + interiors
Jerry Sibley Plumbing
MidFirst Bank
Mountain Recreation
Pepito's
Polarstar Properties
Riverwalk Theater
Sauce on the Creek
SRE Building
Town of Avon
Town of Vail
Vail Custom Builders
Vail Health
Vail Resorts
Vail Valley Cares
Vail Valley Entertainment
Vail Valley Pharmacy
Zastrow Dentistry
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Please explain the potential for
additional sponsorships or
partners.
Project Graduation has strong potential to attract additional
sponsors and community partners because it reaches a broad
audience of students, families, and local residents. Local
businesses, organizations, and municipalities benefit from
visibility and goodwill by supporting a safe, highly anticipated
event that directly impacts youth in our community.
Each year, we build on existing relationships with past sponsors
while actively seeking new partners who share our commitment
to student safety and community engagement. Opportunities for
recognition include logo placement, event signage, social media
promotion, and acknowledgment in communications with families,
ensuring that sponsors receive meaningful exposure and
appreciation. This approach creates ongoing opportunities for
partnerships that support both the event and the broader
community.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Are there any other things you'd
like to share with Council and
staff that are not included in the
application?
Thank you for your past support. Because of the leadership of the
Town of Vail, we believe other metropolitan districts and towns
followed in supporting the 2025 event. We hope that success can
be repeated for 2026.
Organization rosters naming all
officers, board of directors and
respective positions as relevant.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18525286423
If you received Council funding in
2025, please upload a document
recapping the use of prior year
Council funds.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18525286424
Upload any other relevent
materials such as photos, videos,
articles, PR coverage, ect.
https://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/18525286425
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Town of Vail Council Contribution Request- In-Kind
Organization Name Small Champions, Inc
Contact Name John Weiss
Title of Contact Executive Director
Contact Email smallchampions@gmail.com
Program and/or organization
website
www.smallchampions.org
Number of years organization has
been in business
29
Organization Mission Statement Small Champions transforms and empowers the lives of Eagle
County, Colorado youth who are challenged with cognitive and
physical disabilities. We teach children that life is a rich and
exciting place. Through repeated assurance and positives
experiences we help them grow, learn, and have fun.
Small Champions focuses on abilities not disabilities.
Address PO Box 4691
Vail, CO 81658
Work Phone (970) 390-0004
Organization's Tax Status 501(c)3
Funding Request
What is the name of your event
or program?
Small Champions Sports and Recreation Program
Is this a new event or program?No
How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
29
In-Kind Contribution Requested 75 parking passes to be used on 9 off-peak Sunday's for our Small
Champions parents, aides, volunteers, use of the Lionshead
Welcome Center on 9 off-peak Sunday's for a drop off/pick up
location. 20 summer parking passes for our Small Champions
parents, aides, volunteers to be used on 3 days of Small
Champions Adventure Ridge outings.
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Please describe the timeframe of
your event/program. If
applicable, please list the specific
date(s). If a specific date has not
yet been selected, please
indicate the dates of interest.
Small Champions Ski/Ride Program - January - April 2026 ( 3
Sunday's in January/February, 1 Sunday in March, 2 Sunday's in
April)
Summer Parking Passes - 3 days. Mid-week, July and/or August.
dates TBD
Describe how the contribution
requested will be used.
Parking passes will be used by parents, aides, volunteers to assist
our kids with disabilities.
Welcome Center to be used as a meeting place, mornings and
afternoons of our ski/ride days.
Have you received an in-kind
contribution from the Town of
Vail for this event/program
previously?
Yes
What was the previous in-kind
contribution from the Town of
Vail?
Parking passes and use of Welcome Center
When was the most recent date
of the event/program for which
you previously received an
in-kind contribution from the
Town of Vail?
Apr 14, 2025
Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
Always Vail
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
135000
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
250000
Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
Town of Vail. Town of Avon, Town of Eagle, Vail Resorts/Epic
Promise, First Bank, Alpine Bank, Avon Recreation, Mountain
Recreation, Vail Recreation District, Vail Valley Cares, many local
nonprofit organizations, local businesses, individuals, and
foundations.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
Small Champions serves the families of children, teens and young
adults with disabilities who live and work in Vail and Eagle County.
Our Small Champions and families makeup a vital and diverse
segment of our community. Having our Small Champions
participate in the world class opportunities in our mountain towns
is essential to an inclusive and inviting community. We believe
this supports the Town of Vail's Contribution Policy perfectly.
Are there any other things you'd
like to share with staff that are
not included in the application?
Thank you for your past and continued support of Small
Champions!
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Town of Vail Council Contribution Request- In-Kind
Organization Name Vail Mountaineer Hockey Club
Contact Name Kristi Scheidegger
Title of Contact Executive Director
Contact Email kristi@vailmountaineers.org
Program and/or organization
website
www.vailmountaineers.com
Number of years organization has
been in business
50
Organization Mission Statement At the Vail Mountaineer Hockey Club (VMHC), we're passionate
about bringing the excitement, challenge, and camaraderie of
hockey to kids of all skill levels across Eagle County. Whether
you're just lacing up your skates for the first time or you're
chasing higher competition, we've got a team for you-boys and
girls, recreational and competitive.
We're proud to partner with Mountain Recreation and the Vail
Recreation District, who help keep the ice ready for action. By
working together, we're making hockey more accessible and
affordable for every young athlete who wants to be part of
something bigger.
Since 1975, VMHC has been more than just a hockey club-it's
been a place where lifelong friendships are forged, and
unforgettable memories are made on and off the ice. We can't
wait to welcome the next wave of players to the VMHC family and
keep the legacy alive.
Address PO Box 2591
Edwards, CO 81632
Work Phone (970) 331-6669
Organization's Tax Status 501c3 EIN 84-0779148
Funding Request
What is the name of your event
or program?
2026 47th Annual Vail Sportsmanship Tournament
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Is this a new event or program?No
How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
45
In-Kind Contribution Requested 14 days of in-kind time at Dobson Ice Arena
Please describe the timeframe of
your event/program. If
applicable, please list the specific
date(s). If a specific date has not
yet been selected, please
indicate the dates of interest.
With the understanding that we are at the mercy of the
construction project, our best hope would be for use of Dobson ice
Arena as follows: Two days in September for the annual
Avalanche Alumni Weekend fundraiser. Additionally, 4 weekends
(totaling 12 days) for our annual Sportsmanship Tournament. For
2026, it would be hosted one week in late-October (Either
10/23-25 or 10/30-11/01) and the first three weekends in
November (11/06-11/08, 11/13-11/15, 11/20-11/22).
Describe how the contribution
requested will be used.
As a 501c3, we rely heavily on our fundraising efforts to offset the
high cost of playing the sport of hockey. At the VMHC, our
fundraising dollars reduce the registration fees for our local
families who play hockey. The Annual Vail Sportsmanship
Tournament is one of our largest fundraisers, attracting visitors
from all over Colorado and surrounding states over 4 weekends in
the off-season. By receiving the in-kind days of ice time, this
allows us to raise more funds from our event that will ultimately
benefit the local hockey families.
As the largest single client of Dobson Ice Arena, we are requesting
14 days of ice time in 2026 in order to support our fundraising
efforts.
Our annual tournament takes place over 4 weekends. We are
requesting 12 days for this event that provides an economic boost
to the Town of Vail during an otherwise slow period for tourism.
The tentative dates for the 2026 event include For 2026, it would
be hosted one week in late-October (Either 10/23-25 or
10/30-11/01) and the first three weekends in November
(11/06-11/08, 11/13-11/15, 11/20-11/22). The remaining days will
be used in September for the Avs Alumni Weekend.
Have you received an in-kind
contribution from the Town of
Vail for this event/program
previously?
Yes
What was the previous in-kind
contribution from the Town of
Vail?
14 days of ice use at Dobson
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When was the most recent date
of the event/program for which
you previously received an
in-kind contribution from the
Town of Vail?
Nov 01, 2024
Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
Our tournament has been centered out of Vail and the Dobson Ice
Arena since its inception, except in 2025 due to the renovation fo
Dobson. As the demand to participate has grown, we've expanded
the event to include games at the Mountain Recreation Eagle Pool
& Ice Rink. We offer all lodging for the visiting tournament
participants in the Town of Vail. The tournament attracts visitors
from all over Colorado and surrounding states, like Utah, Texas
and Nevada. Over the course of 4 weekends, we host over 80
games at Dobson Ice Arena in Vail.
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
20000
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
0
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Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
We partner with Discover Vail for our Annual Sportsmanship
Tournament. Additionally, in the past, we have been able to sell
rink board advertisement to generate fundraising dollars.
At this time, we are unsure if we will hav the opportunity to raise
funds through rink board sales at the renovated arena. The dollar
amount listed above is a guess due to this uncertainty.
Past sponsors have included:
Baird- Kevin Cross
The Steadman Clinic and Steadman Philippon Research Institute
Vail Custom Builders
Vail Health
Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate
Mark & Tiffany Weinreich with Berkshire Hathaway Real Estate
Alan-Bradley Windows & Doors
Alpine Bank
Fruscione Foundation
Rachel Viele (SSF Vail Valley Real Estate)
The Tower Pit
OCG - Kellye O'Kelly
Active Energies Solar
Holy Cross Energy
Alan McLean
Arrigoni Woods
Denton Advisory Group
Scott Rankin
CCIG- Will Steck
Castlewood Doors and Millwork
Skyline Mechanical
Zastrow Dentistry DDS PLLC
Alison Wadey
The Golden Bear
Alpine Lumber
ANB Bank
Burke Harrington Construction
Eagle Orthodontics
First Bank
Castle Peak Dental
Riverwalk Theater
Meredith Clark Shachoy
The Paint Bucket
Alpine Kind
Sunrise MInturn
Tom Boyd
Wild Bill's
Aryn Schlicting (Evoke & Mountain Careers)
Optic Nerve- Bill Cotton
David Herbstman
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Village Bagel
West Vail Liquor Mart
Taryn Bellar
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
As a premier international mountain resort with a mission to
"grow a vibrant, diverse economy, providing our citizens and
guests with exceptional services and an abundance of
recreational, cultural and educational opportunities" , The Vail
Town Council is supported by the Vail Mountaineer Hockey Club in
many ways. First, at our core, the VMHC offers recreational
opportunities to nearly 300 local players through the sport of
hockey, while providing the Gift of Hockey Scholarships to those
who are unable to afford the associated costs. For the 24-25
hockey season, we granted over $16,000 in scholarships. Second,
the VMHC is dedicated to educating hockey players, parents and
families about the life skills of sportsmanship, mutual respect,
responsibility, teamwork, and friendship. Third, we offer events
that encourage locals and visitors alike to visit the vibrant Town
of Vail and have done so for over 45 years. This includes our
Annual Vail Sportsmanship Tournament, Precision Skills Clinics,
Avalanche Alumni Weekend and more.
Are there any other things you'd
like to share with staff that are
not included in the application?
We appreciate the Town of Vail's continued support of our
growing youth hockey organization. The current renovation of the
Dobson Ice Arena, while very exciting and necessary, is going to
present may challenges for our program. Our hope is to bring our
annual fundraisers back to Vail in 2026, bigger and better than
ever!
Our club now serves nearly 300 hockey players and continue to
show signs of growth. In a valley where we all experience the
challenges of the high cost of living, we feel fortunate to have the
in-kind support to all us to offer some of the most reasonably
priced hockey registration fees in the state of Colorado. We have
plans of bringing more visitors to the Town of Vail through
additional tournament in the near future.
With this request covering our two biggest fundraising events, it is
difficult to break down the dollar amounts of the sponsorships
and/or partnerships that we have. Some of our sponsorships, like
the rink boards are on-going throughout the year. The
sponsorships for Avalanche Alumni Weekend are more specific.
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Town of Vail Council Contribution Request- In-Kind
Organization Name The Skating Club of Vail
Contact Name Kiran Weaver
Title of Contact President
Contact Email scvclubinfo@gmail.com
Program and/or organization
website
www.skateclubvail.com
Number of years organization has
been in business
45
Organization Mission Statement The Skating Club of Vail has been a proud member of the Vail
Valley community for 50 years and is the 2nd oldest youth sports
organization in this Valley. The club is a member in good standing
with the United States Figure Skating Association. Our Annual Ice
Show, which has run continuously since 1976, is highly
anticipated every year - with a run-time of approximately 2 hours
including group numbers, solos and duets, with performances
from kids across all ages. The Club also offers a unique Theater
on Ice performance with amazing choreography and costumes.
Our annual Vail Invitational Competition (45 years running) is now
seeing its third generation of families participate and compete
from all over the country. Our competition has been part of the
National Qualifying Series for aspiring Olympians multiple times.
The competition raises thousands of dollars for skating
scholarships and additional programming, to ensure all skaters in
the Valley that want to participate can become aspiring figure
skaters! It also supports the TOV economy.
Most importantly, we strive to support our local athletes achieve
their personal goals and instill in them the values the sport of
figure skating offers. Your donation helps enable many of our
local athletes who would struggle to afford the ever-increasing
cost of figure skating (coaching fees, new skates can easily cost
over $1,000, costumes also can run up to $3,000). We appreciate
the TOV's continued support!
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Address PO Box 416
Vail, CO 81658
Work Phone (847) 571-7979
Organization's Tax Status Non-profit 501(c)3
Funding Request
What is the name of your event
or program?
Vail Invitational Competition (annually - July)
Is this a new event or program?No
How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
40
In-Kind Contribution Requested Requesting ice time to support our competition AND/OR ice show
(spring)
Please describe the timeframe of
your event/program. If
applicable, please list the specific
date(s). If a specific date has not
yet been selected, please
indicate the dates of interest.
We are open to in-kind ice in ANY form or timing.
Ideally it would support:
1. Annual SCV Ice Show (spring - dates TBD but usually April)
2. Annual SCV Competition - Vail Invitational (summer - dates
TBD)
Describe how the contribution
requested will be used.
The contribution of ice will help offset costs of ice show and/or
competition time. With rising costs and inflation, in-kind ice
donation is the only way for us to effectively put on this
programming for our local skaters (many of which reside in the
TOV and neighboring mountain communities).
In putting on these events, we can bring many people to the TOV,
helping to support the economy. We often draw hundreds of
people - skaters plus their families!
Have you received an in-kind
contribution from the Town of
Vail for this event/program
previously?
Yes
What was the previous in-kind
contribution from the Town of
Vail?
Dobson Ice
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When was the most recent date
of the event/program for which
you previously received an
in-kind contribution from the
Town of Vail?
Apr 13, 2024
Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
Dobson Ice Arena
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
1000
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
0
Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
TBD - varies each year
Generally our families are able to seek donations and
sponsorships from local businesses that range from $25-$500.
Town of Vail is the only sponsor for in-kind ice donations, which is
greatly appreciated!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
We are extremely GRATEFUL for the Town of Vail's continued
support of the Skating Club of Vail. We are constantly working to
grow our membership and provide a pathway for our youth that
go through the Learn to Skate programming.
We work to provide opportunities for young athletes to grow in
the sport of figure skating. Due to the relatively small size of our
club, the assistance from the TOV is of the utmost importance to
put on important programming. We would not be able to put on
the events beloved by the community without TOV support.
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Are there any other things you'd
like to share with staff that are
not included in the application?
Many of our skaters are traveling far distances to support
continued training during the Dobson renovation. We are so
thrilled and excited for the future of figure skating at Dobson and
cannot wait to support the new facility once it re-opens!
Figure skating is an incredible support that allows our youth to
develop discipline and resilience, two critical skills for our local
youth to thrive and be successful in life. Thank you so much for
your consideration and we look forward to your decision.
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Town of Vail Council Contribution Request- In-Kind
Organization Name Special Olympics-Vail Valley Dream Ski Team
Contact Name Kathleen Mikolasy
Title of Contact Head Coach and Volunteer Coordinator
Contact Email chilihorse@hotmail.com
Program and/or organization
website
specialolympicsco.org
Number of years organization has
been in business
55
Organization Mission Statement The mission of Special Olympics Colorado (SOCO) is to provide
year round sports training and athletic competitions in a variety of
Olympic type sports for children and adults with developmental
disabilities, six years of age and older, giving them continuing
opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage,
experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and
friendships with their families, other Special Olympic Athletes and
the Community.
Address PO Box 4324
Edwards, CO 81632
Work Phone (970) 390-3816
Organization's Tax Status Non profit (501C-3)
Funding Request
What is the name of your event
or program?
Special Olympics Vail Valley Dream Team
Is this a new event or program?No
How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
29
In-Kind Contribution Requested 56 parking passes in either the Vail Parking Structure or
Lionshead Parking Structure for the ski season starting Sunday,
January 4, 2026 and for each Sunday thereafter through the ski
season.
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Please describe the timeframe of
your event/program. If
applicable, please list the specific
date(s). If a specific date has not
yet been selected, please
indicate the dates of interest.
The Vail Valley Dream Team will be skiing each Sunday, starting
January 4, 2026, and each Sunday thereafter through the ski
season.
Describe how the contribution
requested will be used.
The parking passes will be used for our dedicated Volunteers who
ski with our Athletes every Sunday beginning 1/4/26 this
upcoming ski season. These Volunteers, some who have been
volunteering with the Special Olympics Team for over 20 years,
are not only Volunteers, but they are friends of the Athletes and
enjoy enormously skiing with our Athletes each Sunday as we
train for our Regional and State Competitions. If we do not
receive in-kind donations of parking passes our Volunteers would
have to pay for parking on the Sundays of our training days. This
would not stop us from having our ski team, however, it would
financially impact our Volunteers and we would possibly lose
some of our faithful and loyal Volunteers and would maybe
prevent us from recruiting new Volunteers.
Have you received an in-kind
contribution from the Town of
Vail for this event/program
previously?
Yes
What was the previous in-kind
contribution from the Town of
Vail?
56 parking passes
When was the most recent date
of the event/program for which
you previously received an
in-kind contribution from the
Town of Vail?
Jan 05, 2025
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Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
We start our training sessions the first Sunday in the month of
January at Vail Mountain each year. In the past our Athletes and
our Volunteers have gathered at either Gold Peak or Lionshead.
We gathered at Lionshead during the Covid years so that we
would not have to take a crowded bus over to Gold Peak where
we typically ski out of. Since our parking passes are usually for
the Lionshead structure we typically take the bus from Lionshead
and meet at Gold Peak where we have an indoor meeting place. It
would be more convenient for us to have parking passes for the
Vail Village Parking Structure but we so appreciate whatever
works for the Town of Vail. Thank you.
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
0
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
23345
Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
The $23,345 is a combination of what we received in in-kind
donations from the Town of Vail and Vail Resorts Epic Promise
Program . We received $21,105 in in-kind donations from Vail
Resorts Epic Promise program for lift tickets, gondola passes and
drink coupons and $2,240.00 in in-kind donations for our 56
parking passes.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
In your mission statement you state that in order to be the
premier international mountain resort community you are
committed to growing a vibrant, diverse economy and
community, providing our citizens and guests with exceptional
services and an abundance of recreational, cultural and
educational opportunities. Our Special Olympics Ski Team, the
Vail Valley Dream Team, certainly fits in the diverse community.
Our Community has many Special Needs Adults , some of who
actually work for Vail Resorts and many of other stores in our
Valley, including City Market, Home Depot, Safeway, Christy
Sports, The Vail Golf Course, Northside Kitchen and other retail
establishments. Because we have a Special Needs population in
our Community it is a wonderful thing that they have not only
been accepted in our Community, but also are valuable and
positive members of the Vail Valley. They are some of the most
responsible workers and contribute to giving exceptional service
to not only our citizens here in the Vail Valley but also to our
guests who come from near and far.
Are there any other things you'd
like to share with staff that are
not included in the application?
I would like to thank the Town of Vail for always providing parking
passes to Special Olympics/Vail Valley Dream Team. It has
allowed us to recruit new Volunteers for our Sunday skiing while
keeping the dedicated and caring Volunteers that we have had
for so many years. Without your help it would be difficult for us to
recruit Volunteers and to keep the Volunteers that we have. I
have personally volunteered with this Team for 26 years and
having parking provided to us has been a huge benefit. Again,
thank you for your continued support!!!
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Form Name: Council Contribution Request- In-Kind
Submission Time: June 5, 2025 4:19 pm
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Location: 39.997, -105.0974
Town of Vail Council Contribution Request- In-Kind
Organization Name Foresight Ski Guides
Contact Name Christine Holmberg
Title of Contact Executive Director
Contact Email christine@foresightskiguides.org
Program and/or organization
website
www.foresightskiguides.org
Number of years organization has
been in business
24
Organization Mission Statement Foresight promotes safety, fun, and independence for people with
blindness or low vision and cultivates an individual's unlimited
potential. Foresight does this through accessible and
goal-oriented outdoor adaptive experiences.
Vision
Foresight provides world-class adaptive experiences for people
with blindness or low vision. Foresight transcends personal,
societal, attitudinal, and physical barriers.
Foresight's core values
o Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
o Accessibility
o Integrity, Dignity & Respect
o Confidence & Independence
o Health & Fitness
o Pursuit of Excellence
o Safety
o Fun
Address PO Box 882
Vail, CO 81658
Work Phone (303) 506-3859
Organization's Tax Status 501c3
Funding Request
379
What is the name of your event
or program?
Guided Ski Program for Visually Impaired
Is this a new event or program?No
How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
24
In-Kind Contribution Requested Two Vail Village unrestricted parking passes for the 2025-26 ski
season
Please describe the timeframe of
your event/program. If
applicable, please list the specific
date(s). If a specific date has not
yet been selected, please
indicate the dates of interest.
Foresight operates during the entire ski season from opening day
to closing day.
Describe how the contribution
requested will be used.
The donated parking passes are used by volunteer ski guides on
days they are out guiding blind and low vision individuals on Vail
Mountain or going through training to become a guide. Passes
are sometimes used by chaperones/companions of our visually
impaired skiers who drove the skier to Vail. The Executive
Director will also occasionally use a pass while managing the
program at Golden Peak Lodge.
Have you received an in-kind
contribution from the Town of
Vail for this event/program
previously?
Yes
What was the previous in-kind
contribution from the Town of
Vail?
Two complimentary Employee Plus parking passes
When was the most recent date
of the event/program for which
you previously received an
in-kind contribution from the
Town of Vail?
Dec 02, 2024
Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
Foresight's guided ski program is based at Golden Peak Lodge.
We meet there then ski all over Vail Mountain.
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
5000
380
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
285588
Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
Vail Resorts/Epic Promise
Qdoba
Hitchcock Health Institute
Vail Edwards Rotary
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
Foresight Adventure Guides for the Blind is an ideal organization
for the Town of Vail to support. We are a nonprofit promoting
diversity and inclusivity by providing access to outdoor recreation
in Vail for the blind and low vision community. By supporting
Foresight, Vail is also supporting the visually impaired by
welcoming them to Vail's hotels, restaurants, ski resort, and
hiking trails. Locals and visitors are exposed to this community
and see for themselves how capable they are of participating in
the same activities they are, with some assistance.
Our participants come from most racial and ethnic backgrounds,
several identify as LGBTQ, and all have a disability. Foresight
brings this diverse group of adults and youth to Vail when they
would likely go elsewhere. Adults return year after year and some
even multiple times during ski season. They often travel with
family or friends. They stay in our hotels, dine in our restaurants,
and shop in our stores. Visually impaired youth who participate in
our Learn to Ski program are groomed to become proficient skiers
so when they are older, they will return to Vail year after year.
Foresight provides unique and satisfying give-back opportunities
to the Vail community through its volunteer program. Ask any of
our guides and they will tell you they are the ones who benefit
from working with our blind and low vision participants. Every day
we are on the mountain, strangers approach to thank us for what
we are doing.
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Are there any other things you'd
like to share with staff that are
not included in the application?
Thank you for always supporting Foresight with two
complimentary parking passes. It really does make an impact with
our volunteers. They are so generous with their time, often taking
vacation days from work to be able to volunteer with us. Providing
them with a parking space means one less thing for them to
worry about so they can focus their energy on our visually
impaired program participants.
We try to avoid guiding during major holiday periods but
sometimes it can't be helped as that's when families travel. We
also try to avoid weekends but more and more we are receiving
requests for weekends as that is when individuals/families can get
away from work. This past season our (2) parking passes were
valid in Vail Village Monday - Thursday and in Lionshead
Friday-Sunday (Peak Season). We would be grateful for full
complimentary access to Vail Village all season long since our
program operates out of Golden Peak Lodge. But I appreciate how
busy the Vail structure is on weekends.
We are honored to be able to run this amazing program in Vail
and share with as many people as possible just how special this
community is.
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Form Name: Council Contribution Request- In-Kind
Submission Time: June 25, 2025 11:08 am
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Location: 38.7369, -108.0651
Town of Vail Council Contribution Request- In-Kind
Organization Name SOS Outreach
Contact Name Courtney Rawson
Title of Contact Eagle County Program Manager
Contact Email grants@sosoutreach.org
Program and/or organization
website
www.sosoutreach.org
Number of years organization has
been in business
32
Organization Mission Statement SOS Outreach (SOS) changes young lives building character and
leadership in underserved youth through mentoring outdoors.
Address 450 Miller Ranch Rd.
Edwards, CO 81632
Work Phone 16072371891
Organization's Tax Status 501c3
Funding Request
What is the name of your event
or program?
Eagle County Mentor Program
Is this a new event or program?No
How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
32
In-Kind Contribution Requested 25 Vail Parking passes for the 2025/26 Winter Season
Please describe the timeframe of
your event/program. If
applicable, please list the specific
date(s). If a specific date has not
yet been selected, please
indicate the dates of interest.
SOS programs take place in the winter season, as all program
activities are aligned to the ski season in partnership with Vail
Mountain. Program registration begins in October and the
program season extends through April. SOS has not yet finalized
the program schedule for the 2025 -2 026 program season, so
exact dates on the mountain haven't yet been determined.
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Describe how the contribution
requested will be used.
SOS Outreach respectfully requests 25 individual in-kind day
parking passes to support our youth development programs on
Vail Mountain during the 2025-2026 winter season.
Headquartered in the Vail Valley, SOS empowers underserved
youth by providing access to outdoor adventure sports such as
skiing and snowboarding. These experiences are made possible
through scholarships that remove the financial barriers often
associated with snow sports. In the 2024 - 2025 winter season, we
served 227 youth on Vail Mountain.
Support from the Town of Vail in the form of parking passes has
been critical in reducing transportation and logistical challenges.
Before this partnership, program staff were required to arrive as
early as 7:00 AM to unload gear for 15 to 40 youth, then move
vehicles to distant lots-resulting in a significant loss of time and
efficiency.
Thanks to the Town's continued in-kind support, our staff are able
to provide timely access to properly sized gear, ensuring
participants remained warm, dry, and safe throughout the day.
Continued support will allow us to eliminate logistical hurdles and
further enhance the quality and impact of our programs.
Have you received an in-kind
contribution from the Town of
Vail for this event/program
previously?
Yes
What was the previous in-kind
contribution from the Town of
Vail?
25 parking passes annually
When was the most recent date
of the event/program for which
you previously received an
in-kind contribution from the
Town of Vail?
Jan 01, 2025
Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
Vail Mountain
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
384
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
0
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
0
Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
n/a
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
SOS aligns closely with the Town's core mission, sharing a
commitment to fostering a vibrant, inclusive economy and
community. By providing local youth with meaningful access to
recreational opportunities, SOS plays a vital role in this vision.
Without the organization's support, many young people in Eagle
County would be unable to experience the ski mountains in their
own backyard-often due to financial, cultural, or socio-economic
barriers.
To address this, SOS offers scholarships covering up to 100% of
program costs and actively works to reach underrepresented
youth. Currently, 65% of participants identify as Hispanic/Latino.
Through this targeted support, SOS not only opens doors for
individual youth but also strengthens the fabric of the entire
community.
Are there any other things you'd
like to share with staff that are
not included in the application?
Thank you for your continued support that makes a tremendous
impact on our program operations.
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Form Name: Council Contribution Request- In-Kind
Submission Time: June 20, 2025 9:24 am
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Town of Vail Council Contribution Request- In-Kind
Organization Name Vail Mountain School
Contact Name Kelly Ronquist
Title of Contact Advancement Coordinator
Contact Email kronquist@vms.edu
Program and/or organization
website
vms.edu
Number of years organization has
been in business
62
Organization Mission Statement Educating and elevating humans for good.
Address 3000 Booth Falls Rd
Vail, CO 81657
Work Phone (970) 477-7174
Organization's Tax Status Exempt - 84-0533775
Funding Request
What is the name of your event
or program?
50th Gala and Auction / Ski Days
Is this a new event or program?No
How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
49
In-Kind Contribution Requested 1 Donovan Pavilion Rental and 10 Parking Pass for Vail
Please describe the timeframe of
your event/program. If
applicable, please list the specific
date(s). If a specific date has not
yet been selected, please
indicate the dates of interest.
Donovan Pavilion Rental - anytime in 2026
Our Gala will be on April 4, 2026
Parking Passes - Ski season 25-26
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Describe how the contribution
requested will be used.
Donovan Pavilion Rental - would be used as either a silent auction
item in our 50th Gala or for a thank you event for donors and
volunteers.
Parking Passes - would be used for our staff that stay at the base
on school ski days and help with any injuries or lost students.
Have you received an in-kind
contribution from the Town of
Vail for this event/program
previously?
Yes
What was the previous in-kind
contribution from the Town of
Vail?
Donovan Pavilion Rental for silent auction
When was the most recent date
of the event/program for which
you previously received an
in-kind contribution from the
Town of Vail?
May 04, 2024
Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
For silent auction item in 2024 Gala - which was held at the Hythe
Vail
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
87000
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
80000
Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
Sponsors will not be reached out to until Nov 2026
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
387
How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
Educational Excellence: VMS provides high-quality education and
character development to students from across the valley, many
of whom become engaged citizens, community leaders, and
contributors to the local economy.
Community Access: The school opens its facilities and programs
to the broader public-through camps, lectures, athletic events,
and arts performances-thus serving a much wider population than
just enrolled students.
Are there any other things you'd
like to share with staff that are
not included in the application?
Thank you!
388
Form Name: Council Contribution Request- In-Kind
Submission Time: September 4, 2025 2:14 pm
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IP Address: 65.133.101.130
Unique ID: 1377721172
Location: 39.6313, -106.5108
Town of Vail Council Contribution Request- In-Kind
Organization Name Vail Valley Foundation
Contact Name Peggy Wolfe
Title of Contact Sr. Director, Operations
Contact Email pwolfe@vvf.org
Program and/or organization
website
Birds of Prey
Number of years organization has
been in business
44
Organization Mission Statement The Vail Valley Foundation is a nonprofit organization with a
mission to provide life-enriching experiences in arts, athletics, and
education, while addressing community needs to enhance our
valley as a place to live, work and visit.
Address 90 Benchmark Road Suite 300
PO Box 6550
Avon, CO 81620
Work Phone (970) 390-4158
Organization's Tax Status non profit
Funding Request
What is the name of your event
or program?
Birds of Prey
Is this a new event or program?No
How many years has this
program been produced in Vail?
23
In-Kind Contribution Requested Bus support
389
Please describe the timeframe of
your event/program. If
applicable, please list the specific
date(s). If a specific date has not
yet been selected, please
indicate the dates of interest.
Dec 4 - 7, 2025
8:00 am - 4:00 pm*
*end time TBD based on needs
Describe how the contribution
requested will be used.
Town of Vail has been a great supporter of Birds of Prey, on and
off, for the past 10+ years by providing bus support to the event.
The VVF is requesting 1-2 Town of Vail busses (with drivers) to
support the Beaver Creek bus service from the Elk and Bear
parking lots to Beaver Creek Village (dropping at Vilar).
Additional partners include CORE Transit and the Town of Avon.
Beaver Creek busses/drivers focus on transporting spectators,
athletes, media and staff from the Covered Bridge in Beaver
Creek Village to the Red Tail Stadium finish near Talons
Restaurant.
Have you received an in-kind
contribution from the Town of
Vail for this event/program
previously?
Yes
What was the previous in-kind
contribution from the Town of
Vail?
Same as above
When was the most recent date
of the event/program for which
you previously received an
in-kind contribution from the
Town of Vail?
Dec 03, 2024
Please describe the location(s) of
the program in previous years.
Same as above
SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS
What is the dollar $ amount of
sponsorships and/or partnerships
from other sources reflected in
the program budget?
-2750000000
What is the dollar $ amount of
in-kind services or items provided
from sponsors or partners?
250000
390
Please list your confirmed
sponsors or partners
https://bcworldcup.com/partners/
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
How does your request support
the Contribution Policy (See
above)?
Supports the Vail Valley community
Are there any other things you'd
like to share with staff that are
not included in the application?
no
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Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance
PO Box 3986
Avon, CO 81620
www.vvmta.org
How does VVMTA’s efforts related to the new stewardship crew fit into the larger picture
of trail/land management management in Eagle County? Specifically, what other
organizations are providing similar functions, and how does VVMTA’s efforts work in
conjunction with other organizations that have similar goals?
VVMTA leads the majority of on the ground trail and land stewardship work in Eagle County. In
2025, we employed 26 seasonal crew members, which was nearly four times larger than the
Forest Service’s field presence to manage recreation impacts. Since the Forest Service was
prohibited from hiring seasonal staff, we also hired three seasonal full time staff to support the
their OHV program. Alongside our professional crews, we engaged more than 1,500 volunteers
who contributed over 3,800 hours of trail maintenance and stewardship work in 2025. By
combining the expertise of trained staff with the passion and commitment of volunteers, we
greatly expand our reach and impact, completing far more work across Eagle County than either
group could achieve alone.
The situation we are in regarding Forest Service reductions in staff and resources is not one we
want. Our goal has always been to support and strengthen the Forest Service’s work, not
replace it. Unfortunately, the current reality, and what we anticipate in the near future, reflects
continued reductions in capacity and resources. The Forest Service is an important and valued
partner of ours. Their local staff are passionate advocates for trails and public land management
and are deeply engaged members of our community. We strive to support them however we can
to maintain and manage these shared public resources. However, in 2025 the Forest Service
was unable to hire any seasonal employees, and their 2026 budget is anticipated to decrease
further.
To maintain the Front Country Ranger program in 2024, Eagle County Open Space contracted
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps. While this provided effective short term coverage, it does not
build a retained, locally trained workforce capable of delivering consistent, high quality results
year after year. More than anything, we want to ensure that the Front Country Ranger program
or a version of it continues to exist and thrive in 2025 and beyond. It is a highly valuable and
successful program that plays a vital role in protecting our trails and public lands. Best case
scenario, the Front Country Ranger program continues in 2026 and our crew is able to support
them however they are needed. At a minimum, our crew would complement the Front Country
Ranger program by also performing work on BLM, municipal, and county public lands,
expanding the program’s reach and creating a greater impact county wide.
Looking at the Front Country Ranger program county wide, its current structure limits it to
performing work only on Forest Service lands. The crew we are building would operate without
those boundaries, able to perform work across Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management,
county, municipal, and all other public lands in Eagle County. VVMTA is building the foundation
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Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance
PO Box 3986
Avon, CO 81620
www.vvmta.org
and leading the effort to establish a dedicated local crew that will carry forward the essential
work historically done by the Front Country Rangers, ensuring consistent, professional
stewardship across all of Eagle County for years to come.
The Bureau of Land Management’s Colorado River Valley Field Office has a single recreation
staff member responsible for 567,000 acres spanning six counties, relying heavily on partners
like VVMTA to address recreation impacts. The BLM does not employ or operate a seasonal
crew program, and there is a current proposal to further reduce BLM staff across Colorado,
which would significantly impact their on the ground capacity even more.
Other partners contribute important work as well. Eagle Summit Wilderness Alliance operates
an all volunteer program focused on wilderness areas and helped fund a Forest Service intern,
again highlighting limited federal capacity. Vail Trail Hosts serve as valuable ambassadors for
trail users but focus primarily on guest services and parking, not physical trail or land
management. Eagle County Open Space and the Town of Eagle manage trails only on lands
they own and manage, with the Town of Eagle’s program staffed by just 1.5 employees. We
regularly partner with both to provide additional on the ground support.
Walking Mountains provides essential education programs that connect people to nature and
promote environmental awareness. Eagle Valley Land Trust protects critical lands for future
generations, ensuring access and conservation for the long term. The Eagle River Coalition
plays a vital role in keeping our rivers clean and healthy. Wilderness Workshop provides
valuable advocacy for new Wilderness areas and land protections. While each of these
organizations serves an important purpose in the larger picture of conservation, none are
performing the direct, on the ground work needed to address the recreation impacts caused by
the hundreds of thousands of visitors and locals who use our trails and public lands every
summer.
VVMTA is building the foundation for a long term, sustainable stewardship model that invests in
local people, develops skilled crews who return each season, and provides consistent,
professional care for Eagle County’s trails and public lands now and into the future.
The Council expressed potential interest in a “challenge” based contribution to
encourage other municipalities to match a potential Town contribution.
We strongly support the idea of a “challenge” contribution to inspire other municipalities to
match the Town’s investment. We welcome discussions to define the details, including the
amount of funding, timelines, and how crew time would be allocated among municipalities.
Because much of the recreational use and related impacts occur in and around the Town of Vail,
a proportional share of time and resources would be focused there. Clear expectations and
transparency will ensure the program benefits the entire valley. We share the belief that a rising
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Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance
PO Box 3986
Avon, CO 81620
www.vvmta.org
tide lifts all boats and view this as an opportunity to strengthen stewardship across the broader
community.
Could you please let us know the status of your requests to other organizations? Have
you already made the asks of the other municipalities, and have any made a commitment
yet?
We have submitted funding requests to the Towns of Minturn, Avon, Eagle, and Gypsum, as
well as to Eagle County. Like the Town of Vail, these municipalities are still finalizing their
budgets, and no formal commitments have been made. However, based on our ongoing
conversations and strong partnerships, we anticipate funding and support in some form from
each of them as their budgets move toward approval.
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Town of Vail – 2026 Proposed Budget – Attachment E
DATE: November 18, 2025
SUBJECT: Departmental Service Level Increases
During the First Reading of the 2026 Budget, Council requested a summary of service level
increases departments have undertaken over time related to new FTE requests. Staff has
included a high-level summary of the most impactful service increases within the past ten years
below.
Department Description
Facilities
94% increase in Work orders since 2015 (2025: 4,298)
New facilities: Ford Park Art Studio, 5 Additional Bus Shelters,
Expanded PW Shops, 22 Employee Housing Units since 2022 (33%
increase in 3 years)
Fleet
11.4% increase in overall fleet vehicle mileage from 2016-2024 (2024:
1,511,021 miles)
Electrification of buses and vehicles leading to increase learning curve
on repair and maintenance
Increased maintenance on buses as a result of improved service,
including Summer Enhanced service (2025) and anticipated grant-
funded service enhancements (2026)
Transit
Ongoing service increases to accommodate increased demand related
to managed parking, new employee housing units and to provide a
world-class experience.
Special Event Buses (Lionshead-Vail Village-Ford Park)
West Vail Express & East Vail (Hikers) Express Routes
Real-Time GMV Syncromatics bus time information
Fire
Implementation of STR Inspections beginning in 2023
Increased inspections for operational permits as required by fire code
updates beginning in 2025 (ie special events, tents, mobile food trucks
or trailers, combustible dust-producing operations, etc.)
Curbside wildfire evaluations (500 annually)
Fire Free Five Grant Program (~30 per year)
Finance
Creation of four new funds (Housing, Internal Employee Housing,
RMV, Vail Home Partners)
Five debt issuances since 2020 & related ongoing compliance
Increasing demands from new/updated accounting standards,
increased employee count, etc
Implementation of Short Term Rental program
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Town of Vail – 2026 Proposed Budget – Attachment E Page 2
Department Description
Police
Increased steps for each officer-initiated contact (SB 20-217 / HB 21-
1250 – 20 additional data documentation fields) beginning in 2021
Increased Training mandates reducing shift availability (active-shooter
response, de-escalation, etc)
Vail E-Courier Program support / enforcement beginning in 2023
Chain Law Enforcement Deployments beginning in 2025
Officer initiated Traffic stops: Over 2,000 in 2025 (Up >30% since
2023)
Investigations Caseload: Up ~40% over last 10-years
Vail Pass closures: 47 in Winter 24-25 (up from 18 in 2022-2023)
Citations/Warnings Issued: Est. 3,000 for 2025 (Up >17% since 2023)
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Town of Vail – 2026 Proposed Budget – Attachment F
DATE: November 18, 2025
SUBJECT: Childcare Contribution Funding
During the First Reading of the 2026 Budget, Council requested a summary of anticipated uses
of the Childcare contribution placeholder, which is funded by Tobacco Tax. This information is
included below:
Program Budget
EVCC Annual Contribution (Infant Care) 70.0K
Family Scholarships/TOV Employees 140.0K
Teacher Retention 60.0K
Capital 25.0K
Expansion of early childcare 10.0K
Immediate Health and Safety Concerns 20.0K
EVCC Playground Council Contribution 149.2K
Contingency (Approval by Council needed) 55.4K
Total $529,600
Any funding not utilized during the year will be added to the Childcare Program Funding
reserve. This reserve currently has a balance of $2,032,179.
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2026 PROPOSED BUDGET: 2nd READING
FINANCE | November 18th, 2025
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BUDGET PREVIEW | Agenda
Town of Vail | Finance
•Review Budget Philosophies
•Overview & Reserves
•Revenue Summary
•Expenditures Summary
•General Fund
•Benefits/Personnel
•Contributions and Events
•Capital Expenditures
•Other Funds
•Debt Service
•Recap
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BUDGET PREVIEW | Budget Philosophies
Town of Vail | Finance
•Revenues are projected conservatively using economic,
analytical and trending processes
•Annual Budgets shall be balanced; The town will operate
within annual revenue streams with the following
exceptions:
•Recession plan implementation
•One-time costs such as capital investments, planning
projects, special events, and contributions.
•Revenue and expenditures are monitored on an ongoing
basis to ensure expenditures do not exceed appropriations
400
5
BUDGET PREVIEW | Budget Philosophies
Town of Vail | Finance
•Sales tax split between the General Fund and Capital
Projects Fund is recommended to stay at the current split
of 62% to the General Fund and 38% to the Capital
Projects Fund
•Maintain a reserve minimum balances to enable the
town to withstand unforeseen events and economic
downturns:
•25% of General Fund revenues
•25% of Capital Projects Fund Sales Tax Revenues
•$2.0M minimum balance in Real Estate Transfer Tax
Fund (approximately 25% of RETT operating costs)
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TM BUDGET | Budget Building
Town of Vail | Finance
A conservative approach to revenue projections and expenditures to
ensure financial stability
A commitment to maintaining a sustainable budget over the long term
A focus on rebuilding reserves while still making progress towards strategic
plan goals after several years of planned use to support major projects such
as South Frontage Road improvements, Timber Ridge redevelopment and
purchase, and the Dobson Arena renovation
Flexibility to adapt to future decisions by a new Town Council and updates
to the strategic plan
Continued support for a premium and flexible compensation philosophy to
attract and retain talent
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TM BUDGET | Overview
Town of Vail | Finance
•2026 Revenues projected at $142.0M
•2026 Revenues Projected at $106.7 Excluding One-Time Revenues
•(2.0)% decrease from 2025 Forecast
•(6.8)% decrease from the 2024 Actuals
•General Sales Tax projected at $42.4M, down (1.2)% from the 2025
forecast and up 0.4% from 2024 actual
•Expenditure Net Budget of $135.7M
•Municipal Services: $81.9M (61%)
•Capital Expenditures: $48.0M (35%)
•Debt Service: $5.8M (4%)
•Projected 2026 Year End Reserves: $91.2M ($46.3M Unrestricted)
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TM BUDGET DRAFT | Reserves
Town of Vail | Finance
*Restricted amounts include reserve minimums, debt requirements, and
amounts reserved for specific purposes (EHOP, parking capital reserve, etc)
$160.5M $165.8M $173.9M
$144.2M
$84.8M
$91.2M $91.9M
$102.9M $103.7M $107.7M
$18.6M
Restricted:
$20.8M
Restricted:
$22.2M
Restricted:
$24.9M
Restricted:
$46.4M Restricted:
$44.8M Restricted:
$38.8M
Restricted:
$39.7M
Restricted:
$42.2M
Restricted
$44.8M
$0.0M
$20.0M
$40.0M
$60.0M
$80.0M
$100.0M
$120.0M
$140.0M
$160.0M
$180.0M
$200.0M
2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Forecast
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
TOV Reserves- All Funds
All Other
Housing Fund
RETT Fund
Capital Projects
Fund
General Fund
Restricted Reserve
Amounts
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TM BUDGET DRAFT | Reserves
Town of Vail | Finance
$104.9M
$27.6M
$36.8M
$44.8M
$55.0M $53.5M $55.2M
$0.0M
$20.0M
$40.0M
$60.0M
$80.0M
$100.0M
$120.0M
2024
Actual
2025
Forecast
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Available (Less Restricted) Reserves by Fund: 5-Year Projection
Internal Employee
Housing Rental Fund
Housing Fund
RETT Fund
Capital Projects Fund
General Fund
405
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TM BUDGET DRAFT | Revenue
Town of Vail | Finance
2026 Net
Revenue – All
Funds
$142.0M
2026 Total
Revenues
(excluding one-
time items) are
down (2.0)%
from 2025
Forecast and
down (6.8)%
from 2024
Actuals
Sales Tax, $47.8M,
34%
Property and
Ownership
Tax , $8.3M,
6%
Use Tax, $2.5M,
2%
Ski Lift Tax ,
$6.9M, 5%
Franchise Taxes and
Penalties, $1.9M, 1%
Real Estate
Transfer Tax,
$7.8M, 6%
Licenses and Permits,
$3.9M, 3%
Intergovernmental
Revenue, $5.5M,
4%
Transportation
Centers,
$10.5M, 7%
Charges for Services, $4.7M, 3%Rent, Fines &
Miscellaneous,
$11.7M, 8%VRA
Reimbursements,
$6.2M, 4%
Timber Ridge
Proceeds &
Reimbursements,
$22.7M, 16%
Earnings on
Investments,
$1.6M, 1%
406
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TM BUDGET DRAFT | Expenditures
Town of Vail | Finance
Changes Since 1st Reading – Revenue
•Estimated property tax collections for 2026 have been
increased by $53,616 upon further refinement of preliminary
figures provided by Eagle County
•The scheduled repayment from the Vail Mountaineer Hockey
Club ($60,000 per year from 2026 – 2030) for the rink
contribution has been reflected in the General Fund
•The town contributed $456.0K in 2025 of which $300K
will be repaid over 5 years
•The contribution will be reflected in the 3rd supp
407
TM BUDGET DRAFT | Expenditures
Town of Vail | Finance 408
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TM BUDGET DRAFT | Expenditures
Town of Vail | Finance
2026 Total Expenditures - $135.7M
Expenditures Cost
% from 2025
Amended
Municipal Services $81.9M 2.5%
Debt Service $5.8M 21.8%
Timber Ridge Unit
Purchases $23.4M N/A
Other Capital
Expenditures $24.6M (87.1)%
Total $135.7M (50.6)%
Municipal
Services,
$81.9M, 61%
Other Capital
Improvements,
$24.6M, 18%
Timber Ridge
Unit
Purchases,
$23.4M, 17%
Debt Service,
$5.8M, 4%
"Where the Money Goes" - Spending by
Expenditure Type
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TM BUDGET DRAFT | Expenditures
Town of Vail | Finance
2026 Municipal Spending - $81.9M
By Category
Municipal
Spending Category Cost
Salaries $38.9M
Benefits $12.3M
Contributions $4.0M
Special Events $3.0M
All Other
Operating
$23.7M
Total $81.9M
Municipal
spending:
$81.9M
Salaries,
$38.9M, 47%
Benefits,
$12.3M, 15%Contributions
, $4.0M, 5%
Special
Events,
$3.0M, 4%
All Other
Operating
Expenses,
$23.7M, 29%
410
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TM BUDGET DRAFT | Expenditures
Town of Vail | Finance
Changes Since 1st Reading – Municipal Spending
•A placeholder for contract with Betty Ford Alpine Gardens
landscaping maintenance services at Ford Park has been
included in the RETT fund ($45.0K increase)
411
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TM DRAFT BUDGET | General Fund
Town of Vail | Finance 412
TM BUDGET DRAFT | General Fund
Town of Vail | Finance
Total
Increase/Decrease from
2025 Forecast
General Sales Tax ($42.3M Total)$26.5M (1.2)%
Other Revenues $39.1M 0.3%
Operating Expenditures ($63.5M)3.9%
Surplus/(Deficit) from Operations $2.1M
Non-Operating Items
Planning Projects ($150.0K)(88.9)%
Special Events Transfer to VLMD ($2.7M)6.5%
Timber Ridge Sales Reimbursement $20.3M N/A
Partial Loan Repayment from CPF for Dobson $5.0M N/A
Transfer to HF (TR Community Units)($13.7M)N/A
Surplus/(Deficit)$10.9M
Parking Capital Reserve Contribution ($2.0M)(67.9)%
Ending Fund Balance (Non-restricted)$28.3M 45.4%
413
TM BUDGET DRAFT | General Fund Forecast
Town of Vail | Finance
•Operational Expenditures do not include one-time items such as planning projects, special
event transfers, and housing project transfers
•New revenue sources may be necessary in future if expansion of operations and programs
are desired
$65.7M $66.9M $68.7M
$70.3M
$72.3M
$50.0M
$55.0M
$60.0M
$65.0M
$70.0M
$75.0M
2026 Proposed
Budget
2027 2028 2029 2030
General Fund 5-Year Outlook
Operating Expenditures Special Events Contribution Projected Revenue
Operations are
substantiable
within the 5
year plan
414
TM BUDGET DRAFT | Personnel
Town of Vail | Finance 415
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TM BUDGET DRAFT | Personnel
Town of Vail | Finance
Salary, $38.9M,
76%
Benefits,
$12.3M,
24%
2026 Proposed Personnel Expenditures: $51.2M
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TM BUDGET DRAFT | Personnel
Town of Vail | Finance
14.1%, Police
8.1%, Public Safety
Communications
14.8%, Fire
2.0%, Town Officials
10.3%, Administrative /
Risk Management
13.7%, Transportation
4.1%, Parking 10.7%, Public
Works & Streets
7.9%, Facilities & Fleet
Maintenance
3.5%, Community
Development
1.4%, Community Housing
1.5%, Environmental
Sustainability
1.9%, Welcome Center &
Economic Development
0.6%, Contributions,
Marketing, & Special
Events
3.0%, Parks & AIPP
2.5%, Library
2026 Proposed Compensation by Service Area: $51.2M
417
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TM BUDGET DRAFT | Personnel Changes
Town of Vail | Finance
Catchup
The 2026 budget reflects a net 5.61 FTEs added during 2025.
•5.5 FTEs related to summer parking and expanded transit (funded
by summer parking revenues)
•0.11 net FTEs due to restructuring in library and admin services
Proposed New Positions
The new FTE requests are broken into four categories:
•Funded (at least 80%) by new confirmed revenue sources (1.5
FTEs)
•Funded by existing general revenue sources (2.96 FTEs)
•Dispatch-Funded positions (6.0 FTEs)
•Funded (at least 80%) by anticipated new revenue sources (10.0
FTEs)
418
36
TM BUDGET DRAFT | Personnel
257 266 272 277 280 306 308 312 314.7 340.9
42 38 38 43 45
28 28 28 28.9
24.8
11 10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11.0
15.0
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
400
450
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
BUDGETED POSITIONS BY TYPE
(Full-time Equivalent Positions)
Full-Time Regular and Modified Full-Time Seasonal and Part-Time Positions
Fixed-Term and Externally Funded Positions
2026 headcount totals: 380.7
•Full time: 340.9
•Seasonal: 24.8
•Externally Funded/Fixed term: 15.0
419
37
TM BUDGET DRAFT | Personnel
FTE Growth
4.0% Stax Revenue
(Inflation-Adjusted)
All Ongoing Revenue
(Inflation-Adjusted)
-10.0%
0.0%
10.0%
20.0%
30.0%
40.0%
50.0%
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Forecast
2026
Proposed
FTE Growth vs Revenue Growth (Adjusted to CPI) –
from base year 2017
FTE Growth 4.0% Stax Revenue (Inflation-Adjusted)All Ongoing Revenue (Inflation-Adjusted)420
TM BUDGET DRAFT | Contributions and Events
Town of Vail | Finance 421
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TM BUDGET DRAFT | Event Funding
Town of Vail | Finance
•Event Sponsorship program will
continue be administered by
VLMD/DMO
•Town of Vail will fund the program
through transfers to the VLMD
($3.0M)
•Transfers from GF ($2.7M)
•Business License Fees
($332.5K)
Event Sponsorship Program: $3.0M
Transfer
from
General
Fund,
$2.7M,
89%
Business
Licensing Fees,
$332.5K, 11%
2026 Event Funding Sources
422
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TM BUDGET DRAFT | Council Contributions
Town of Vail | Finance
Total Recommended Cash Contributions: $4.0M
*Childcare funding is a
placeholder and has not been
fully allocated; Funded by
Tobacco Tax Collections
Unspent Tobacco Tax Funds
are put into a childcare
reserve for future support
Town of Vail
Partner
Organizations,
$376.5K, 9.5%
Health and Human Services,
$65.0K, 1.6%
Other
Organizations,
$7.3K, 0.2%
Childcare
Funding,
$529.6K,
13.3%
Habitat for
Humanity
(Timber Ridge
Units), $3.0M,
75.4%
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TM BUDGET DRAFT | Capital Plan
Town of Vail | Finance
Changes Since TM Draft – Contributions
•At direction of Council, the proposed contribution the Vail
Valley Mountain Trails Alliance towards the new Stewardship
Crew has been included at the full request of $30,000.
•This portion of the contribution is contingent upon a
minimum of $30,000 in contributions from other local
municipalities or private donors being committed to this
program.
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TM BUDGET DRAFT | Contributions
Town of Vail | Finance
Average Childcare Contributions
Average Annual
Tobacco Tax Revenue/Budget $542.0K
EVCC Annual Contribution (Infant Care)60.0K
Family Scholarships/TOV Employees 70.5K
Teacher Retention 40.0K
Capital Varies
Reserve Saved Up and Restricted for Childcare: $2,032,179
425
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TM BUDGET DRAFT | Contributions
Town of Vail | Finance
Recommendations for 2026 Funds
Program Budget
EVCC Annual Contribution (Infant Care)70.0K
Family Scholarships/TOV Employees 140.0K
Teacher Retention 60.0K
Capital 25.0K
Expansion of early childcare 10.0K
Immediate Health and Safety Concerns 20.0K
EVCC Playground Council Contribution 149.2K
Contingency (Approval by Council needed)55.4K
Total $529,600
426
TM BUDGET DRAFT | Capital Plan
Town of Vail | Finance 427
TM BUDGET DRAFT| Capital Plan
Town of Vail | Finance
Repair,
Maintenance, and
Routine
Replacement of
Current Assets,
$11.6M, 24%
New Assets,
$11.4M, 24%
Enhancements to Existing Assets,
$2.5M, 5%
Timber Ridge Unit
Acquisitions,
$22.4M, 47%
2026 Proposed Capital Expenditures (All Funds): $48.0M
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TM BUDGET DRAFT | Capital Plan
Town of Vail | Finance
Changes Since TM Draft – Capital Projects
•Capital Projects Fund: $1.0M has been shifted from the Vail
Road Bike Lanes and Sidewalk construction to the Main Vail
Underpass Improvement construction (2027)
•Staff proposes proceeding with the design of the Vail
Road bike lanes and sidewalk project in conjunction with
the Vail Valley Drive bike lane project in 2026 (Total cost
of designing both projects: $100.0K)
•The traffic flow of these two areas are interconnected,
and design should be considered jointly
429
TM BUDGET DRAFT | Debt Service
Town of Vail | Finance
2021
Residences
at Main Vail
(RMV), $1.2M
2021 Public
Works
Streets
Building
(CPF), $1.2M
2025
Southface
Certificates of
Participation
(CPF), $3.4M
2026 Debt Service Payments - Town of
Vail ($5.8M)
Series 2020 Tax
Increment Revenue
Refunding Loan
(VRA), $676.1K
Southface
Revenue Bonds
(Vail Home
Partners),
$7.5M
2026 Debt Service Payments - Component Units
($8.2M)
Total Outstanding Debt (TOV & Component Units):
$221.5M
430
TM BUDGET DRAFT | Recap
Town of Vail | Finance
A conservative approach to revenue projections and expenditures to ensure financial stability
A commitment to maintaining a sustainable budget over the long term
A focus on rebuilding reserves while still making progress towards strategic plan goals after several years of planned use to support major projects such as South Frontage Road improvements, Timber Ridge redevelopment and purchase, and the Dobson Arena renovation
Flexibility to adapt to future decisions by a new Town Council and updates to the strategic plan
Continued support for a premium and flexible compensation philosophy to attract and retain talent
431
TM BUDGET DRAFT | Recap
Town of Vail | Finance
432
TM BUDGET DRAFT | Action Requested
Town of Vail | Finance
Staff recommends that council approve
Ordinance No. 24, Series of 2025 upon
Second Reading.
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.3
Item Cover Page
DATE:November 18, 2025
TIME:5 min.
SUBMITTED BY:Stephanie Bibbens, Town Manager
ITEM TYPE:Action Items
AGENDA SECTION:Public Hearings (6:20pm)
SUBJECT:Ordinance No. 26, Series of 2025, Second Reading, An Ordinance
Amending Section 7-8-4 of the Vail Town Code Regarding
Designated Areas for the Operation of Golf Cars and Low Speed
Electric Vehicles (6:55pm)
SUGGESTED ACTION:Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Ordinance No. 26,
Series of 2025 upon second reading.
PRESENTER(S):Chief Ryan Kenney, Vail Police Department
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
Town Council Memo - LSEV.docx
Golf Cars LSEVs-O102325.docx
Lionshead_LVES_GolfCarts_11x17_20251007b.pdf
Village_LVES_GolfCarts_11x17_20251007b.pdf
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October 28, 2025
To: Vail Town Council
Through: Russ Forrest
Town Manager
Ryan Kenney
Chief of Police
From: Christopher Botkins
Operations Commander
Subject: Amending Section 7-8-4 of the Vail Town Code Regarding Designated Areas
for the Operation of Golf Cars and Low-Speed Electric Vehicles
The Vail Police Department is requesting that Town Council adopt the recommended
amendments to Section 7-8-4 of the Vail Town Code regarding the operation of golf cars and
low-speed electric vehicles (LSEVs).
The proposed ordinance clarifies the definitions of “Golf Car” and “Low-Speed Electric
Vehicle” and establishes designated areas where these vehicles may be operated within the Town
of Vail. The revisions define specific routes for golf cars used in Vail Golf Course operations,
outline where LSEVs may operate on public streets, and specify permitted travel areas
surrounding Ford Park.
The adoption of these amendments will enhance clarity, promote compliance with state and
federal vehicle standards, and improve overall traffic safety and operational consistency within
the Town of Vail.
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ORDINANCE NO. 26
SERIES 2025
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 7-8-4 OF THE VAIL TOWN
CODE REGARDING DESIGNATED AREAS FOR THE OPERATION OF
GOLF CARS AND LOW SPEED ELECTRIC VEHICLES
WHEREAS, the Town Council desires to clarify th e locations where golf cars and
low speed electric vehicles may be operated.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO, THAT:
Section 1. Section 7-8-1 of the Vail Town Code is hereby repealed in its entirety
and reenacted as follows:
§ 7-8-1 DEFINITIONS.
For purposes of this Chapter, the following terms shall have the following
meanings:
GOLF CAR. A self-propelled vehicle with: a design speed of less than 20
mph; at least three (3) wheels in contact with the ground; an empty weight
of not more than one thousand three hundred (1,300) pounds; and a
carrying capacity of not more than eight (8) individuals.
LOW -SPEED ELECTRIC VEHICLE (LSEV). A vehicle that: is operated by
a licensed driver; is self-propelled utilizing electricity as its primary
propulsion method; has at least three (3) wheels in contact with the ground;
does not use handlebars to steer; exhibits the manufacturer’s compliance
with 49 C.F.R. Part 565 or displays a vehicle identification number pursuant
to 49 C.F.R. Part 565; and complies with 49 C.F.R. § 571.500.
Section 2. Section 7-8-4 of the Vail Town Code is hereby repealed in its entirety
and reenacted as follows:
§ 7-8-4 DESIGNATED AREAS.
(A) Golf cars. Other than their permitted uses on Vail Golf Course
property, employees of Vail Golf Course may operate golf cars as follows
related to Vail Golf Course operations:
(1) On Sunburst Drive from the Vail Golf Course Clubhouse to
Vail Valley Drive;
(2) On Vail Valley Drive from Sunburst Drive to the crossover
from Hole 6 to Hole 7; and
(3) Crossing Sunburst Drive between Holes 1 and 2 and Holes 8
and 9.
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(B) LSEVs. An LSEV may be operated upon any public street in the
Town where the posted speed limit is thirty-five (35) miles per hour or less,
except as otherwise provided in this Chapter, and except in any area
marked "No Vehicles Allowed" or "LSEVs Prohibited" on maps maintained
by the Vail Police Department, which areas shall be appropriately signed.
(C) Ford Park. LSEVs and golf cars may travel on the paved paths
immediately surrounding Ford Park and the Gerald Ford Amphitheater,
including the two (2) paved parking lots, but may not travel on any sidewalk
bordering the South Frontage Road. The Town may limit the total number
of golf cars or LSEVs allowed in Ford Park at any time.
Section 3. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this
ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not effect the validity of
the remaining portions of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would
have passed this ordinance, and each part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or
phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more parts, sections, subsections,
sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid.
Section 4. The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this
ordinance is necessary and proper for the health, safety and welfare of the Town and t he
inhabitants thereof.
Section 5. The amendment of any provision of the Vail Town Code as provided
in this ordinance shall not affect any right which has accrued, any duty imposed, any
violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosec ution commenced, nor
any other action or proceeding as commenced under or by virtue of the provision
amended. The amendment of any provision hereby shall not revive any provision or any
ordinance previously repealed or superseded unless expressly stated herein.
Section 6. All bylaws, orders, resolutions and ordinances, or parts thereof,
inconsistent herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer
shall not be construed to revise any bylaw, order, resolution or ordinance, or part thereof,
theretofore repealed.
INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED
PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this ___ day of ______________,
2025 and a public hearing for second reading of this Ordinance set for the _____day of
______________, 2025, in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail,
Colorado.
_____________________________
Travis Coggin, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Stephanie Kaufmann, Town Clerk
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READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED
this ___ day of ______________, 2025.
_____________________________
Travis Coggin, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Stephanie Kauffman, Town Clerk
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.4
Item Cover Page
DATE:November 18, 2025
TIME:5 min.
SUBMITTED BY:Stephanie Bibbens, Community Development
ITEM TYPE:Action Items
AGENDA SECTION:Public Hearings (6:20pm)
SUBJECT:Ordinance No. 27, Series of 2025, Second Reading, An Ordinance
Amending Chapter 7 of Title 12 of the Vail Town Code Regarding
the Conversion of Eating and Drinking Establishments (7:00pm)
SUGGESTED ACTION:Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Ordinance No. 27,
Series of 2025 upon second reading.
PRESENTER(S):Matt Gennett, Director of Community Development
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
Ordinance No. 27, Series of 2025 Staff Memo.pdf
Attachment A. Ordinance No. 27, Series of 2025.pdf
Attachment B. Minutes from October 27, 2025, PEC meeting
Attachment C. October 27, 2025, staff memorandum to PEC with attachments.pdf
Public Comment.pdf
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1 | P a g e
TO: Town Council
FROM: Community Development Department
DATE: November 18, 2025
SUBJECT: Ordinance No. 27, Series 2025, An Ordinance Amending Chapter 7 of Title 12 of
the Vail Town Code Regarding the Conversion of Eating and Drinking
Establishments, second reading.
Applicant: Town of Vail
Planner: Matt Gennett
I. SUMMARY
The applicant, the Town of Vail, is requesting the Council approve Ordinance No. 27, Series
of 2025, An Ordinance Amending Chapter 7 of Title 12 of the Vail Town Code Regarding
the Conversion of Eating and Drinking Establishments, on second reading. The ordinance
contains proposed prescribed regulations amendments to Title 12, Zoning Regulations,
Article 7B: Commercial Core 1 (CC1) District; Article 7C: Commercial Core 2 (CC2) Zone
District; Article 7H: Lionshead Mixed Use 1 (LMU-1) Zone District; and, Article 7I: Lionshead
Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District, pursuant to Section 12 -3-7, Amendments, Vail Town
Code, to add new sections limiting the conversion of existing eating and drinking
establishments in each of the articles listed above.
On November 4, 2025, Council approved Ordinance No. 27, Series of 2025, on first
reading by a vote of 5-2 (Davis and Biszantz opposed).
II. DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST
The proposal would add new sections at the end of Articles 7B, 7C, 7H, and 7I of Title 12
to limit the conversion of existing eating and drinking establishments in the Commercial
Core 1 (CC1), Commercial Core 2 (CC2), Lionshead Mixed Use 1 (LMU-1), and Lionshead
Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) zone districts, thereby promoting the goals of the Town of Vail 2024
Five Year Strategic Plan, Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and Vail Village Master
Plan by preserving and potentially increasing vibrancy and pedestrian activity in Lionshead
and Vail Village. Please see Section IV of this memo for the full proposed text changes.
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III. BACKGROUND
On April 15, 2025, Ordinance No. 9, Series of 2025, An Emergency Ordinance Temporarily
Suspending the Issuance of Building Permits Related to the Conversion of Eating and
Drinking Establishments to Retail Establishments in the SBR, SBR-2, CC-1, CC-2, LMU-1,
LMU-2, and PA Zone Districts was adopted.
On June 3, 2025, Ordinance No. 13, Series of 2025, An Emergency Ordinance Temporarily
Suspending the Acceptance and Processing of Applications, the Scheduling of Public
Hearings and the Issuance of Building Permits Related to the Conversion of Eating and
Drinking Establishments to Any Other Permitted or Conditional Use in the SBR, SBR-2,
CC-1, CC-2, LMU-1, LMU-2, and PA Zone Districts. Ordinance No. 13 repealed Ordinance
No. 9 and narrowed applicability to interior conversions of existing eating and drinking
establishments. Projects that have previously received PEC approval are not subject to the
temporary stay.
On October 21, 2025, Town Council reviewed and discussed the proposed text amendment
language during a scheduled afternoon presentation and discussion item . After providing
comments and feedback, Council directed staff to proceed with the proposed text
amendment language as presented.
On October 27, 2025, the PEC reviewed the prescribed regulations amendments, provided
comment, heard public comment, and forwarded a recommendation of denial to the Vail
Town Council by a vote of 6-0.
Since the October 27 PEC meeting, and as this is a legislative matter, staff have
incorporated additional language into the proposed amendment which may address some
of the concerns expressed by the PEC and members of the public. The added language
includes a definition of eating and drinking establishment (new subsection B), an
applicability date in subsection C1, and an additional applicability factor in subsection C2
in each proposed new section.
Staff acknowledged that there may have been unintended results from this amendment as
proposed, such as creating a possible disincentive for property and business owners to
open new restaurants in new locations. Changes to the proposed amendment include new
language effectively exempting ‘net-new’ eating and drinking establishments in the effected
zone districts.
IV. PROPOSED TEXT AMENDMENT LANGUAGE
The proposed new Sections, 12-7B-21, 12-7C-16, 12-7H-19, and 12-7I-19 would be
added at the end of each of the articles for the CC1, CC2, LMU-1, and LMU-2 zone
districts, respectively. The text listed below contains the four new sections to be added to
the end of Articles 7B, 7C, 7H, and 7I.
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§ 12-7B-21 CONVERSION OF EXISTING EATING AND DRINKING
ESTABLISHMENTS.
(A) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to limit the conversion of existing eating
and drinking establishments in the Commercial Core 1 (CC1) district to promote
the goals of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and Vail Village Master
Plan by increasing vibrancy and pedestrian activity in Lionshead and Vail Village.
(B) Definition. For purposes of this Section, eating and drinking establishment means
a premises where the principal use is the retail sale of food and/or beverages to
the public for on-premises consumption within the principal building or in an
outdoor seating area which is part of or adjacent to the premises, including without
limitation a restaurant, coffee shop, tavern, café, brewery, cidery, distillery and
winery.
(C) Applicability.
(1) This Section shall apply to all eating and drinking establishments existing in
the CC1 district on November 1, 2025, whether permitted by right or
conditionally.
(2) This Section shall not apply to the conversion of an eating and drinking
establishment that received final approval from the Planning and
Environmental Commission on or before November 1, 2025.
(D) Permit required. A conversion of an existing eating and drinking establishment
shall require a conversion permit in accordance with this Section.
(E) Application. An application for a conversion permit shall be submitted to the
Director of Community Development (the Director) on forms provided by the Town,
along with the applicable application fee.
(F) Criteria and decision. The Director shall issue a conversion permit upon a
determination that one of the following criteria are met:
(1) The conversion will not result in a net loss of total eating and drinking
establishment interior square footage in the CC1 district, as demonstrated
by evidence that the applicant has established a new eating and drinking
establishment at a premises within the CC1 district with the same or greater
interior square footage as the premises proposed for conversion; or
(2) The conversion will occur at a premises with a prior eating and drinking
establishment, and the premises has been vacant for at least eighteen (18)
consecutive months despite diligent efforts to establish a new eating and
drinking establishment on the premises, as demonstrated by evidence that
the applicant has publicly and reasonably advertised the premises, but no
viable tenant exists.
(G) Appeals. If the Director denies an application for a conversion permit, the Director
shall send a written notice to the applicant. The applicant may appeal the
Director's decision pursuant to Section 12-3-3.A.
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§ 12-7C-16 CONVERSION OF EXISTING EATING AND DRINKING
ESTABLISHMENTS.
(A) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to limit the conversion of existing eating
and drinking establishments in the Commercial Core 2 (CC2) district to promote
the goals of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and Vail Village Master
Plan by increasing vibrancy and pedestrian activity in Lionshead and Vail Village.
(B) Definition. For purposes of this Section, eating and drinking establishment means
a premises where the principal use is the retail sale of food and/or beverages to
the public for on-premises consumption within the principal building or in an
outdoor seating area which is part of or adjacent to the premises, including without
limitation a restaurant, coffee shop, tavern, café, brewery, cidery, distillery and
winery.
(C) Applicability.
(1) This Section shall apply to all eating and drinking establishments existing in
the CC2 district on November 1, 2025, whether permitted by right or
conditionally.
(2) This Section shall not apply to the conversion of an eating and drinking
establishment that received final approval from the Planning and
Environmental Commission on or before November 1, 2025.
(D) Permit required. A conversion of any existing eating and drinking establishment
shall require a conversion permit in accordance with this Section.
(E) Application. An application for a conversion permit shall be submitted to the
Director of Community Development (the Director) on forms provided by the Town,
along with the applicable application fee.
(F) Criteria and decision. The Director shall issue a conversion permit upon a
determination that one of the following criteria are met:
(1) The conversion will not result in a net loss of total eating and drinking
establishment interior square footage in the CC2 district, as demonstrated
by evidence that the applicant has established a new eating and drinking
establishment at a premises within the CC2 district with the same or greater
interior square footage as the premises proposed for conversion; or
(2) The conversion will occur at a premises with a prior eating and drinking
establishment, and the premises has been vacant for at least eighteen (18)
consecutive months despite diligent efforts to establish a new eating and
drinking establishment on the premises, as demonstrated by evidence that
the applicant has publicly and reasonably advertised the premises, but no
viable tenant exists.
(G) Appeals. If the Director denies an application for a conversion permit, the Director
shall send a written notice to the applicant. The applicant may appeal the
Director's decision pursuant to Section 12-3-3.A.
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§ 12-7H-19 CONVERSION OF EXISTING EATING AND DRINKING
ESTABLISHMENTS.
(A) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to limit the conversion of existing eating
and drinking establishments in the Lionshead Mixed Use 1 (LMU -1) district to
promote the goals of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and Vail Village
Master Plan by increasing vibrancy and pedestrian activity in Lionshead and Vail
Village.
(B) Definition. For purposes of this Section, eating and drinking establishment means
a premises where the principal use is the retail sale of food and/or beverages to
the public for on-premises consumption within the principal building or in an
outdoor seating area which is part of or adjacent to the premises, including without
limitation a restaurant, coffee shop, tavern, café, brewery, cidery, distillery and
winery.
(C) Applicability.
(1) This Section shall apply to all eating and drinking establishments existing in
the LMU-1 district on November 1, 2025, whether permitted by right or
conditionally.
(2) This Section shall not apply to the conversion of an eating and drinking
establishment that received final approval from the Planning and
Environmental Commission on or before November 1, 2025.
(D) Permit required. A conversion of any existing eating and drinking establishment
shall require a conversion permit in accordance with this Section.
(E) Application. An application for a conversion permit shall be submitted to the
Director of Community Development (the Director) on forms provided by the Town,
along with the applicable application fee.
(F) Criteria and decision. The Director shall issue a conversion permit upon a
determination that one of the following criteria are met:
(1) The conversion will not result in a net loss of total eating and drinking
establishment interior square footage in the LMU-1 district, as
demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has established a new eating
and drinking establishment at a premises within the LMU-1 district with the
same or greater interior square footage as the premises proposed for
conversion; or
(2) The conversion will occur at a premises with a prior eating and drinking
establishment, and the premises has been vacant for at least eighteen (18)
consecutive months despite diligent efforts to establish a new eating and
drinking establishment on the premises, as demonstrated by evidence that
the applicant has publicly and reasonably advertised the premises, but no
viable tenant exists.
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(G) Appeals. If the Director denies an application for a conversion permit, the Director
shall send a written notice to the applicant. The applicant may appeal the
Director's decision pursuant to Section 12-3-3.A.
§ 12-7I-19 CONVERSION OF EXISTING EATING AND DRINKING
ESTABLISHMENTS.
(A) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to limit the conversion of existing eating
and drinking establishments in the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU -2) district to
promote the goals of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and Vail Village
Master Plan by increasing vibrancy and pedestrian activity in Lionshead and Vail
Village.
(B) Definition. For purposes of this Section, eating and drinking establishment means
a premises where the principal use is the retail sale of food and/or beverages to
the public for on-premises consumption within the principal building or in an
outdoor seating area which is part of or adjacent to the premises, including without
limitation a restaurant, coffee shop, tavern, café, brewery, cidery, distillery and
winery.
(C) Applicability.
(1) This Section shall apply to all eating and drinking establishments existing in
the LMU-2 district on November 1, 2025, whether permitted by right or
conditionally.
(2) This Section shall not apply to the conversion of an eating and drinking
establishment that received final approval from the Planning and
Environmental Commission on or before November 1, 2025.
(D) Permit required. A conversion of any existing eating and drinking establishment
shall require a conversion permit in accordance with this Section.
(E) Application. An application for a conversion permit shall be submitted to the
Director of Community Development (the Director) on forms provided by the Town,
along with the applicable application fee.
(F) Criteria and decision. The Director shall issue a conversion permit upon a
determination that one of the following criteria are met:
(1) The conversion will not result in a net loss of total eating and drinking
establishment interior square footage in the LMU-2 district, as
demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has established a new eating
and drinking establishment at a premises within the LMU-2 district with the
same or greater interior square footage as the premises proposed for
conversion; or
(2) The conversion will occur at a premises with a prior eating and drinking
establishment, and the premises has been vacant for at least eighteen (18)
consecutive months despite diligent efforts to establish a new eating and
drinking establishment on the prem ises, as demonstrated by evidence that
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the applicant has publicly and reasonably advertised the premises, but no
viable tenant exists.
(G) Appeals. If the Director denies an application for a conversion permit, the Director
shall send a written notice to the applicant. The applicant may appeal the
Director's decision pursuant to Section 12-3-3.A.
V. ROLES OF REVIEWING BODIES
Order of Review:
Generally, text amendment applications will be reviewed by the Planning and
Environmental Commission and the Commission will forward a recommendation to the
Town Council. The Town Council will then review the text amendment application and
make the final decision.
Planning and Environmental Commission:
The Planning and Environmental Commission is responsible for the review of a text
amendment application, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, and
forwarding of a recommendation to the Town Council.
Design Review Board:
The Design Review Board (DRB) has no review authority over a text amendment to the
Vail Town Code.
Town Council:
The Town Council is responsible for final approval, approval with modifications, or denial
of a text amendment application, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code.
Staff:
The Town Staff facilitates the application review process. Staff reviews the submitted
application materials for completeness and general compliance with the appropriate
requirements of the Town Code. Staff also provides the Planning and Environmental
Commission a memorandum containing a description and background of the application,
an evaluation of the application in regard to the criteria and findings outlined by the Town
Code, and a recommendation of approval, approval with modifications, or denial.
VI. APPLICABLE PLANNING DOCUMENTS
The following provisions of the Vail Town Code, Vail Village Master Plan, and Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan are relevant to the review of this proposal:
Title 12, Zoning Regulations, Vail Town Code
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CHAPTER 12-1, TITLE, PURPOSE AND APPLICABILITY (in part)
Section 12-1-2: Purpose:
A. General: These regulations are enacted for the purpose of promoting the health,
safety, morals, and general welfare of the Town, and to promote the coordinated and
harmonious development of the Town in a manner that will conserve and enhance its
natural environment and its established character as a resort and residential community
of high quality.
B. Specific: These regulations are intended to achieve the following more specific
purposes:
1. To provide for adequate light, air, sanitation, drainage, and public facilities.
2. To secure safety from fire, panic, flood, avalanche, accumulation of snow, and other
dangerous conditions.
3. To promote safe and efficient pedestrian and vehicular traffic circulation and to lessen
congestion in the streets.
4. To promote adequate and appropriately located off-street parking and loading facilities.
5. To conserve and maintain established community qualities and economic values.
6. To encourage a harmonious, convenient, workable relationship among land uses,
consistent with Municipal development objectives.
7. To prevent excessive population densities and overcrowding of the land with structures.
8. To safeguard and enhance the appearance of the Town.
9. To conserve and protect wildlife, streams, woods, hillsides, and other desirable natural
features.
10. To assure adequate open space, recreation opportunities, and other amenities and
facilities conducive to desired living quarters.
11. To otherwise provide for the growth of an orderly and viable community.
Vail Village Master Plan:
Policy 2.4.2: Activity that provides nightlife and evening entertainment for both the guest
and the community shall be encouraged.
Policy 3.3.2: Outdoor dining is an important streetscape feature and shall be encouraged
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in commercial infill or redevelopment projects.
Objective 3.3: Encourage a wide variety of activities, events, and street life along
pedestrian ways and plazas.
Policy 3.3.2: Outdoor dining is an important streetscape feature and shall be encouraged
in commercial infill or redevelopment projects.
Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan:
Mission Statement
Lionshead lacks the charm, character, appeal and vibrancy expected of a world class
resort. It lacks a sense of arrival and a sense of place. Pedestrian flow through the mall
can be confusing and disconnected. The architecture lacks a unique identity or re ference
to Vail’s historical antecedents and its alpine environment. Many of the buildings are
physically aging and functionally under-utilized, resulting in negative impacts to property
values, private profits and public revenues. Potential hospitality, r etail and recreational
uses, and community amenities are unmet or unrealized. It would be short -sighted to
ignore these conditions and do nothing. The opportunity exists for the public and private
sectors to act collaboratively to renew and revitalize this important component of our
community.
Vail Town Council, November 4, 1996
1.2 Master Plan Framework
The Lionshead Master Plan is based on a set of fundamental design objectives that relate
to the entire study area:
• The Pedestrian Environment
The defining characteristic of Lionshead is its pedestrian environment, and the emphasis
of the master plan is to improve its quality as a generator of activity.
2.1 Purpose of the Master Plan
Both public and private interests have recognized that Lionshead today lacks the
economic vitality of Vail Village, its neighboring commercial district, and fails to offer a
world-class resort experience. Skiers are spending less time skiing and more time
shopping, dining out, and enjoying other off-mountain activities. As a result, the demand
for quality retail shopping and a greater diversity of experiences has dramatically
increased. All of these are sorely in need of improvement in Lionshead. Vail, and
specifically Lionshead, will fall behind if the community fails to upgrade the quality of its
facilities and correct the existing flaws in its primary commercial nodes.
Town of Vail 2024 Five Year Strategic Plan:
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2. Mission and Vision
The Town of Vail’s Vision is:
To be the premier mountain resort community in the world.
4. C. Strategic Priority - Provide an Authentic Vail Experience: Vail’s vision of being the
premier mountain resort community despite a trend towards homogeneity in the ski
industry will be achieved by creating programming and events authentic to Vail’s
pioneering and entrepreneurial spirit. We are a community that celebrates the sport of
skiing and mountain town living.
Desired Results:
C.1: By 2027, Vail will create and/or enhance 1 to 2 showstopper, unique events in the
winter and summer seasons which are consistent with the authentic Vail vibe. Examples:
GoPro Mountain Games, X Games, Burton US Open, Street Beat, Dew Tour, Loveland
Derby, Ski Races, Bravo!
C.2: By 2029, Vail will create a seamless, vibrant, inclusive experience as people move
from the mountain into town and from town onto the mountain as measured in guest
intercept surveys. As our guests and residents’ transition, whether on skis, bikes or o n
foot, between the Town and Vail Mountain they will be enticed and welcomed by
programming that creates an energetic and fun vibe ready to greet them at the base area.
C.3: By June 2025, modify town codes to support vibrancy (special events, live
entertainment, nightlife).
C.4: By 2027, 70% of individuals under 40 will state “Vail is a kickass place” as measured
by the net promotor score.
C.5: By 2025, The Town of Vail municipal government will provide excellent customer
service through clear definitions, measurements, and reporting.
VII. CRITERIA FOR REVIEW
Pursuant to Section 12-3-7(C)(2), the Town Council shall consider the following factors with
respect to the requested text amendment:
1. The extent to which the text amendment furthers the general and specific purposes of
the zoning regulations;
2. The extent to which the text amendment would better implement and better achieve
the applicable elements of the adopted goals, objectives, and policies outlined in the Vail
comprehensive plan and is compatible with the development objectives of the town;
3. The text amendment demonstrates how conditions have substantially changed since
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the adoption of the subject regulation and how the existing regulation is no longer
appropriate or is inapplicable;
4. The extent to which the text amendment provides a harmonious, convenient, workable
relationship among land use regulations consistent with municipal development objectives;
and,
5. Such other factors and criteria the Planning and Environmental Commission and/or
Council deem applicable to the proposed text amendments.
The findings made by the PEC can be referenced in the minutes from the ir October 27,
2025, meeting attached to this memorandum.
VIII. RECOMMENDED MOTION
Should the Town Council choose to approve Ordinance No. 27, Series of 2025, the
Community Development Department recommends the Council pass the following motion:
"I move to approve Ordinance No. 27, Series of 2025, An Ordinance Amending Chapter 7
of Title 12 of the Vail Town Code Regarding the Conversion of Eating and Drinking
Establishments, on second reading with the finding that it meets the criteria found in Section
VII of the November 18th, 2025, staff memorandum.”
Alternative Motions:
Should the Town Council choose to approve, with modifications, Ordinance No. 27,
Series of 2025, the Community Development Department recommends the Council pass
the following motion:
"I move to approve, with modifications, Ordinance No. 27, Series of 2025, An Ordinance
Amending Chapter 7 of Title 12 of the Vail Town Code Regarding the Conversion of Eating
and Drinking Establishments, on second reading, with the following modifications for
second reading (cite modifications) and the finding that it meets the criteria found in
Section VII of the November18th, 2025, staff memorandum.”
Should the Town Council choose to deny Ordinance No. 27, Series of 2025, the
Community Development Department recommends the Council pass the following motion:
"I move to deny Ordinance No. 27, Series of 2025, Ordinance No. 27, Series 2025, An
Ordinance Amending Chapter 7 of Title 12 of the Vail Town Code Regarding the
Conversion of Eating and Drinking Establishments, on second reading, with the finding that
it does not meet the criteria found in Section VII of the November 18th, 2025, staff
memorandum.”
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IX. ATTACHMENTS
A. Ordinance No. 27, Series of 2025
B. Minutes from October 27, 2025, PEC meeting
C. October 27, 2025, staff memorandum to PEC with attachments
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ORDINANCE NO. 27
SERIES 2025
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 7 OF TITLE 12 OF THE VAIL
TOWN CODE REGARDING THE CONVERSION OF EATING AND
DRINKING ESTABLISHMENTS
WHEREAS, the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan encourages pedestrian -
friendly environments with a sense of place and vibrancy;
WHEREAS, the Vail Village Master Plan encourages activity that provides night
life and evening entertainment;
WHEREAS, the Vail 5-Year Strategic Plan emphasizes the importance of
pedestrian-oriented uses that support nightlife and promote the vibrancy of Lionshead
and Vail Village;
WHEREAS, this ordinance is intended to promote the goals established in the
adopted Master Plans by reducing the conversion of eating and drinking establishments
in Lionshead and Vail Village;
WHEREAS, eating and drinking establishments are critical to the Town's economy ,
and are necessary to ensure that Lionshead and Vail Village are pedestrian -friendly
environments that provide nightlife and evening entertainment;
WHEREAS, applications to convert eating and drinking establishments into any
other commercial use do not promote the Master Plan goals in the same manner ;
WHEREAS, other commercial uses including retail establishments do not foster
the same sense of place and purpose as eating and drinking establishments;
WHEREAS, other commercial uses, including retail establishments, do not provide
nightlife or evening entertainment;
WHEREAS, on June 3, 2025, the Town Council adopted Ordinance No. 13, Series
2025, which temporarily suspended the acceptance and processing of applications, the
scheduling of public hearings, and the issuance of building permits related to the
conversion of any existing eating and drinking establishment to any other permitted or
conditional use in the SBR, SBR-2, CC-1, CC-2, LMU-1, LMU-2, and PA zone districts to
allow the Town to develop code amendments that adequately address the conversion of
existing eating and drinking establishments; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council desires to limit the conversion of existing eating and
drinking establishments in the Commercial Core 1 and Commercial Core 2 districts by
requiring a conversion permit.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO, THAT:
Section 1. Article 7B of Title 12 of the Vail Town Code is hereby amended by
the addition of the following new section:
§ 12-7B-21 CONVERSION OF EXISTING EATING AND DRINKING
ESTABLISHMENTS.
(A) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to limit the conversion of
existing eating and drinking establishments in the Commercial Core 1 (CC1)
district to promote the goals of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan
and Vail Village Master Plan by increasing vibrancy and pedestrian activity
in Lionshead and Vail Village.
(B) Definition. For purposes of this Section, eating and drinking
establishment means a premises where the principal use is the retail sale
of food and/or beverages to the public for on-premises consumption within
the principal building or in an outdoor seating area which is part of or
adjacent to the premises, including without limitation a restaurant, coffee
shop, tavern, café, brewery, cidery, distillery and winery.
(C) Applicability.
(1) This Section shall apply to all eating and drinking
establishments existing in the CC1 district on November 1, 2025, whether
permitted by right or conditionally.
(2) This Section shall not apply to the conversion of an eating and
drinking establishment that received final approval from the Planning and
Environmental Commission on or before November 1, 2025.
(D) Permit required. A conversion of an existing eating and drinking
establishment shall require a conversion permit in accordance with this
Section.
(E) Application. An application for a conversion permit shall be
submitted to the Director of Community Development (the Director) on
forms provided by the Town, along with the applicable application fee.
(F) Criteria and decision. The Director shall issue a conversion permit
upon a determination that one of the following criteria are met:
(1) The conversion will not result in a net loss of total eating and
drinking establishment interior square footage in the CC1 district, as
demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has established a new eating
and drinking establishment at a premises within the CC1 district with the
same or greater interior square footage as the premises proposed for
conversion; or
(2) The conversion will occur at a premises with a prior eating and
drinking establishment, and the premises has been vacant for at least
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eighteen (18) consecutive months despite diligent efforts to establish a new
eating and drinking establishment on the premises, as demonstrated by
evidence that the applicant has publicly and reasonably advertised the
premises, but no viable tenant exists.
(G) Appeals. If the Director denies an application for a conversion
permit, the Director shall send a written notice to the applicant . The
applicant may appeal the Director's decision pursuant to Section 12-3-3.A.
Section 2. Article 7C of Title 12 of the Vail Town Code is hereby amended by
the addition of the following new section:
§ 12-7C-16 CONVERSION OF EXISTING EATING AND DRINKING
ESTABLISHMENTS.
(A) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to limit the conversion of
existing eating and drinking establishments in the Commercial Core 2 (CC2)
district to promote the goals of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan
and Vail Village Master Plan by increasing vibrancy and pedestrian activity
in Lionshead and Vail Village.
(B) Definition. For purposes of this Section, eating and drinking
establishment means a premises where the principal use is the retail sale
of food and/or beverages to the public for on-premises consumption within
the principal building or in an outdoor seating area which is part of or
adjacent to the premises, including without limitation a restaurant, coffee
shop, tavern, café, brewery, cidery, distillery and winery.
(C) Applicability.
(1) This Section shall apply to all eating and drinking
establishments existing in the CC2 district on November 1, 2025, whether
permitted by right or conditionally.
(2) This Section shall not apply to the conversion of an eating and
drinking establishment that received final approval from the Planning and
Environmental Commission on or before November 1, 2025.
(D) Permit required. A conversion of any existing eating and drinking
establishment shall require a conversion permit in accordance with this
Section.
(E) Application. An application for a conversion permit shall be
submitted to the Director of Community Development (the Director) on
forms provided by the Town, along with the applicable application fee.
(F) Criteria and decision. The Director shall issue a conversion permit
upon a determination that one of the following criteria are met:
(1) The conversion will not result in a net loss of total eating and
drinking establishment interior square footage in the CC2 district, as
demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has established a new eating
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and drinking establishment at a premises within the CC2 district with the
same or greater interior square footage as the premises proposed for
conversion; or
(2) The conversion will occur at a premises with a prior eating and
drinking establishment, and the premises has been vacant for at least
eighteen (18) consecutive months despite diligent efforts to establish a new
eating and drinking establishment on the premises, as demonstrated by
evidence that the applicant has publicly and reasonably advertised the
premises, but no viable tenant exists.
(G) Appeals. If the Director denies an application for a conversion
permit, the Director shall send a written notice to the applicant. The
applicant may appeal the Director's decision pursuant to Section 12-3-3.A.
Section 3. Article 7H of Title 12 of the Vail Town Code is hereby amended by
the addition of the following new section:
§ 12-7H-19 CONVERSION OF EXISTING EATING AND DRINKING
ESTABLISHMENTS.
(A) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to limit the conversion of
existing eating and drinking establishments in the Lionshead Mixed Use 1
(LMU-1) district to promote the goals of the Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan and Vail Village Master Plan by increasing vibrancy and
pedestrian activity in Lionshead and Vail Village.
(B) Definition. For purposes of this Section, eating and drinking
establishment means a premises where the principal use is the retail sale
of food and/or beverages to the public for on-premises consumption within
the principal building or in an outdoor seating area which is part of or
adjacent to the premises, including without limitation a restaurant, coffee
shop, tavern, café, brewery, cidery, distillery and winery.
(C) Applicability.
(1) This Section shall apply to all eating and drinking
establishments existing in the LMU-1 district on November 1, 2025, whether
permitted by right or conditionally.
(2) This Section shall not apply to the conversion of an eating and
drinking establishment that received final approval from the Planning and
Environmental Commission on or before November 1, 2025.
(D) Permit required. A conversion of any existing eating and drinking
establishment shall require a conversion permit in accordance with this
Section.
(E) Application. An application for a conversion permit shall be
submitted to the Director of Community Development (the Director) on
forms provided by the Town, along with the applicable application fee.
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(F) Criteria and decision. The Director shall issue a conversion permit
upon a determination that one of the following criteria are met:
(1) The conversion will not result in a net loss of total eating and
drinking establishment interior square footage in the LMU-1 district, as
demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has established a new eating
and drinking establishment at a premises within the LMU-1 district with the
same or greater interior square footage as the premises proposed for
conversion; or
(2) The conversion will occur at a premises with a prior eating and
drinking establishment, and the premises has been vacant for at least
eighteen (18) consecutive months despite diligent efforts to establish a new
eating and drinking establishment on the premises, as demonstrated by
evidence that the applicant has publicly and reasonably advertised the
premises, but no viable tenant exists.
(G) Appeals. If the Director denies an application for a conversion
permit, the Director shall send a written notice to the applicant. The
applicant may appeal the Director's decision pursuant to Section 12-3-3.A.
Section 4. Article 7I of Title 12 of the Vail Town Code is hereby amended by the
addition of the following new section:
§ 12-7I-19 CONVERSION OF EXISTING EATING AND DRINKING
ESTABLISHMENTS.
(A) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to limit the conversion of
existing eating and drinking establishments in the Lionshead Mixed Use 2
(LMU-2) district to promote the goals of the Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan and Vail Village Master Plan by increasing vibrancy and
pedestrian activity in Lionshead and Vail Village.
(B) Definition. For purposes of this Section, eating and drinking
establishment means a premises where the principal use is the retail sale
of food and/or beverages to the public for on-premises consumption within
the principal building or in an outdoor seating area which is part of or
adjacent to the premises, including without limitation a restaurant, coffee
shop, tavern, café, brewery, cidery, distillery and winery.
(C) Applicability.
(1) This Section shall apply to all eating and drinking
establishments existing in the LMU-2 district on November 1, 2025, whether
permitted by right or conditionally.
(2) This Section shall not apply to the conversion of an eating and
drinking establishment that received final approval from the Planning and
Environmental Commission on or before November 1, 2025.
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(D) Permit required. A conversion of any existing eating and drinking
establishment shall require a conversion permit in accordance with this
Section.
(E) Application. An application for a conversion permit shall be
submitted to the Director of Community Development (the Director) on
forms provided by the Town, along with the applicable application fee.
(F) Criteria and decision. The Director shall issue a conversion permit
upon a determination that one of the following criteria are met:
(1) The conversion will not result in a net loss of total eating and
drinking establishment interior square footage in the LMU-2 district, as
demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has established a new eating
and drinking establishment at a premises within the LMU-2 district with the
same or greater interior square footage as the premises proposed for
conversion; or
(2) The conversion will occur at a premises with a prior eating and
drinking establishment, and the premises has been vacant for at least
eighteen (18) consecutive months despite diligent efforts to establish a new
eating and drinking establishment on the premises, as demonstrated by
evidence that the applicant has publicly and reasonably advertised the
premises, but no viable tenant exists.
(G) Appeals. If the Director denies an application for a conversion
permit, the Director shall send a written notice to the applicant. The
applicant may appeal the Director's decision pursuant to Section 12-3-3.A.
Section 5. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this
ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not effect the validity of
the remaining portions of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would
have passed this ordinance, and each part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or
phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more parts, sections, subsections,
sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid.
Section6. The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this
ordinance is necessary and proper for the health, safety and welfare of the Town and the
inhabitants thereof.
Section 7. The amendment of any provision of the Vail Town Code as provided
in this ordinance shall not affect any right which has accrued, any duty imposed, any
violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution commenced, nor
any other action or proceeding as commenced under or by v irtue of the provision
amended. The amendment of any provision hereby shall not revive any provision or any
ordinance previously repealed or superseded unless expressly stated herein.
Section 8. All bylaws, orders, resolutions and ordinances, or parts thereof,
inconsistent herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer
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shall not be construed to revise any bylaw, order, resolution or ordinance, or part thereof,
theretofore repealed.
INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED
PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this ___ day of ______________,
2025 and a public hearing for second reading of this Ordinance set for the _____day of
______________, 2025, in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail,
Colorado.
_____________________________
Travis Coggin, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Stephanie Kaufmann, Town Clerk
READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED
this ___ day of ______________, 2025.
_____________________________
Travis Coggin, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Stephanie Kauffman, Town Clerk
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Planning and Environmental Commission Minutes
Monday, October 27, 2025
1:00 PM
Vail Town Council Chambers
Present: Craig H Lintner Jr
John Rediker
Brad Hagedorn
David N Tucker
William A Jensen
Robert N Lipnick
Absent:
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2. Call to Order
3. Worksession
3.1 PEC Rules of Order Discussion
4. Main Agenda
4.1 A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a zone district boundary
amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to allow for the
rezoning of 1000 S Frontage Rd W, Glen Lyon Subdivision, Parcel ID#2103 -121-09-003 from
the SDD #4 Zone District to the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District; 1031 S
Frontage Rd W, Parcel ID# 2103- 121-00-004, from the Arterial Business (ABD) Zone District
to the LMU- 2 Zone District; and, 953 S Frontage Rd W, Parcel ID# 2103-121-00-002, from the
Arterial Business (ABD) Zone District to the LMU-2 Zone District. (PEC25-0033).
Planner: Heather Knight
Applicant Name: Vail Corp, Soho Development, and East West Partners
Time: 30 min.
West Lionshead Rezone Staff Memo.pdf PEC25-
0033_Attachment A. Vicinity Map.pdf PEC25-0033_Attachment
B. Applicant Narrative.pdf PEC25-0033_Attachment C.
Resolution No.36, Series of 2025.pdf
Time Stamp: 0:1:00 Planner Knight gives a presentation. She walks through the zoning standards.
Staff finds that the criteria are met and are recommending approval.
Hagedorn, is there any other Arterial Business zoning in Town?
Knight says no, this is the last one.
Kevin Murphy is representing the applicant, East West Partners, Vail Corp, and Soho Development.
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Murphy gives a presentation.
Rediker asks about a previous application for this property.
Knight says the rezoning had an expiration date listed in the ordinance, the frontage road was
not relocated, the rezoning didn’t happen.
Rediker, is there a reason why we’re not conditioning it this time around?
Knight, it makes sense from a zoning perspective, we haven’t seen anything related to the
development plan yet, just the master plan.
Hagedorn, timeline for next steps?
Murphy, talks about the timeline, working with the Town and highway administration.
Rediker asks for public comment. No public comment, public comment closed.
Rediker asks for commissioner comment.
Jensen believes it makes sense given the overall potential for the site, is supportive of it.
Lintner agrees with Jensen, it is a logical request.
Hagedorn believes it meets the criteria. It has already been approved once before, anytime we can
get rid of an SDD he is for it, this gets rid of Arterial Business District all together.
Lipnick says it meets the criteria and no other questions.
Tucker, no comment, supports recommendations.
Rediker agrees with staff analysis in memo. The criteria are met.
Robert N Lipnick made a motion to forward a recommendation of approval with the findings on page
16 of the staff memo; David N Tucker seconded the motion Passed (6 - 0).
4.2 A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for prescribed regulations
amendments to Title 12, Zoning Regulations, Article 7B: Commercial Core 1 (CC1)
District; Article 7C: Commercial Core 2 (CC2) Zone District; Article 7H: Lionshead Mixed
Use 1 (LMU-1) Zone District; and, Article 7I: Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone
District, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendments, Vail Town Code, to add language
regarding conversions of existing eating and drinking establishments. (PEC25-0034)
Planner: Matt Gennett
Applicant Name: Town of Vail, represented by Matt Gennett
Time: 30 min.
PEC25-0034_Staff Memo.pdf
PEC25-0034_Attachment A.pdf
Timestamp: 0:25:40
Community Development Director Matt Gennett gives a presentation. He talks about the
emergency ordinance that was passed earlier this year.
Gennett, in the future staff will be looking at updates to Title 12 to improve efficiency, update
outdated references, processes, etc..
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Rediker, are there examples from other communities who have passed similar ordinances?
Gennett, our legal firm researched other communities and case law, felt this was the most
responsible way to handle it.
Rediker, is restricting commercial uses on private property something that’s legal? Can the Town
pass this type of ordinance?
Gennett, the legal advice we’ve gotten thus far is yes, in this way we can. It is limited to four
zone districts, not property or site specific
Hagedorn, are we trying to solve a problem that doesn’t exist? This seems to be a knee jerk reaction
over one or two high profile examples, hasn’t seen data that we’re losing vibrancy in the core.
Gennett, I don’t think we do have data that would point to a trends that exists today, the intention is
to look forward.
Hagedorn, this seems to be addressing a symptom not a cause. It is trying to put a bandaid over a
larger underlying cause. He brings up other possible solutions.
Gennett, that has come up. What type of deed restriction or public subsidy could be proposed
and applied to retain these types of businesses that the Town finds valuable?
Hagedorn, it’s on applicant to prove there’s no net loss but you’re not doing a snapshot right now?
Gennett, it’s on a case- by-case basis. We don’t see a lot of applications for conversions for eating
and drinking to another use but that’s when this process would begin.
Hagedorn, were buildings notified that have these commercial spaces?
Gennett, not necessarily, it went through the standard notification process. He believes they are aware.
Jensen, would this give developers cause to preclude building a new restaurant as it locks them into
that requirement?
Gennett, it could have that effect, that is a valid question.
Lintner, how did you arrive at 18-month number?
Gennett, we looked at a couple options, this is a placeholder for discussion like we’re having now.
We’re working with legal counsel, they used that as a baseline based on their research.
Lintner, it would be helpful to see a written summary of other jurisdictions where this was successful
in terms of enforcement.
Gennett, we don’t know of other communities that have done this specific thing.
Rediker, what specific concerns did Town Council have about losing vibrancy? Or are they trying to
be proactive?
Gennett, it is the latter. Looking at Lionshead particularly in the summer months a lot of those larger
retail spaces are closed. It’s also a result of Town visits to peer resort communities with lively
bar/restaurant operations close to the slopes.
Jensen can argue both ways for 18 months. It’s painful to see a space empty, but sometimes
landlords can work around it. More supportive of the 18 than shortening it.
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Gennett and Tucker discuss retail establishments with food and beverage opportunities.
Gennett, this is really about the experience, tax revenue is not the primary motivator. We would have
to discuss with Council what would be a reasonable fee for a conversion application.
Jensen believes it is vibrancy that Council is concerned about. In the Los Amigos example it was a
watering hole for 40 years, now it’s continuing to be a restaurant with a different approach. Probably
not a change in tax revenue, but maybe a change in vibrancy.
Gennett agrees it is a different vibe.
Rediker, unfortunately this ordinance doesn’t do anything to address the Los Amigos situation. Not
just for guests, locals want that vibrancy as well.
Rediker, would this stymie opportunities to convert retail to restaurants because property owners
don’t want to lock themselves into that?
Gennett, there is an appeal process if a conversion permit is denied.
Rediker asks for public comment.
Dominic Mauriello, on behalf of the Evergreen and Concert Hall Plaza and as a planner. He has suggested
language that could be added here. He emailed the PEC this morning. Why are we here and why so
quickly? There’s a mandate coming that tells staff get this ordinance done, but they’re going off this knee
jerk reaction. Most communities would spend a lot of money and time doing a study. Here we don’t know
what is the recommended mix for Vail, what is the sweet spot? Another observation is how many examples
have you seen of restaurants being replaced by another use, is this actually a trend? Really it has been the
other way around, there’s not proof that this trend is happening. There’s so much complexity about this, that
I don’t think that it’s ripe yet. Staff is under pressure to get something to Council for a vote. This is the worst
legislation he has seen, but it could be improved with some changes.
Mauriello continues: staff has the opinion on demo/rebuild projects that it doesn’t apply, but why not have a
sentence in this ordinance making this clear. There are unintended consequences, what owner will ever
convert to a restaurant, you’ve taken 30 uses and now you have one. This probably doesn’t meet the
threshold of a taking but it gets close. Restaurants are a risky business; pretty sure nobody is going to want
to convert to this use knowing that is the only option in the future. Proposed – if I have another
use today and want to convert it after Nov. 18th I can do that knowing that I can convert it back. That would
alleviate one of the biggest consequences which is screwing up the marketplace. The high end businesses
you see in Vail are a product of who our customers are. You should give a lot of input, staff should come
back and you should craft an ordinance that works. There is a mandate that is really unfortunate. Mauriello
talks about scenarios between a restaurant tenant and landlord. The appeal process doesn’t give you what
you think and can you get a variance from this section? Suggests that the PEC table this item.
Recommends two updates to the language: including language exempting existing approvals like staff
says, and to make it so future changes from retail to restaurant can go back to retail.
Brain Judge, raises a concern on the general idea of no net loss. If we’re moving forward with this, the
quality of that loss is not well defined. Taking something that may be street level and putting it on an
upper floor doesn’t really do the same thing. This doesn’t talk much about the enhancement or
betterment of the districts that they are in, not very well defined. Some of the comments were talking
about conversion, but we can agree that a loss of all the restaurants in Vail Village would change that
area. Maybe we’re rushing to a decision quickly and more thought could be put into this.
Rediker brings up public comment about stifling conversions from retail to restaurants, and the other
is exempting existing approvals. Has staff considered this?
Gennett, we wanted to make sure our considerations and thoughts were heard in public. That is
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something at your discretion to add language to a recommendation. The exemptions one makes sense
and is something staff generally agrees with. The conversion is something Council should discuss.
Rediker you don’t see a conflict with these suggestions?
Gennett doesn’t see one. They were approved under existing zoning, not the proposed. Legal may
have believed it was implied but doesn’t see harm in spelling that out.
Jensen talks about the real estate along Bridge St. Is demo/rebuild excluded from having to put
back a restaurant?
Gennett confirms.
Hagedorn, that seems counter-intuitive to the goals.
Gennett, we will have to start looking at that square footage analysis if this is passed.
Mauriello, there are other ways to deal with this. Could change uses, have an overlay district, talks
about options with permitted uses and conditional uses.
George Ruther on behalf of his client, Red Lion. Asks for clarification about demo/rebuild situation.
Believe there are some additional issues that need to be resolved here, but client has been waiting
over six months to get their application moving.
Public comment closed. Rediker asks for commissioner comment.
Hagedorn, this is half -baked, not a personal critique of staff. There is not a condition that would make
him comfortable with this. He is not comfortable with this level of government intervention, this is all
stick and no carrot. This does nothing to address the affordability issue, it’s addressing the symptom
and not the root cause. We need to talk about other ways to address this. Suggests other potential
financing and incentive solutions. This is not the right way, nothing to get him to support today.
Lipnick is still bothered by Council wanting it approved by Nov. 18th. That’s not what is in their
best interest. Not in support of this application.
Tucker agrees. This opens up a can of worms with unintended consequences. There are better way
to go about this with more collaboration with stakeholders.
Lintner agrees. This is well intended, understands the end goal but putting it forth in this way is all
stick no carrot and could have negative impacts. If this issue is going to be addressed, we need to
look at it with more of a long-term approach.
Jensen agrees. Understands the intent but with the language and process and speed of this, it is
not baked yet.
Rediker shares Council concerns about protecting and encouraging vibrancy through restaurants.
Appreciates that Council is trying to be proactive, but there is a lack of evidence that there is a
problem. To support, at minimum would need some language changes. Agrees with Mauriello on the
two items of suggested languages, supportive of those changes. We have to look at this 18 month
language. The idea of restricting uses, is that the direction we want to go in general? Very concerned
about restricting an owner’s uses, wish there were other ways for the Town to encourage and support
the restaurant community. There needs to be further conversation and discussion. We haven’t heard
from any property owners, surprised about that. Can get behind the concept, but not ready at this
point, this needs changes. We’re not getting community input or discussion, concerned that there are
business owners out there who were not hearing from. Does share Councils concerns and appreciates
that they’re trying to be proactive.
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Gennett, respectfully we are looking for a vote.
Brad Hagedorn made a motion to forward a recommendation of denial. If Council considers
approval they should consider the two suggested changes for added language as discussed
today.; Robert N Lipnick seconded the motion (6 - 0).
4.3 A request for the review of a Conditional Use Permit, pursuant to Section 12-9C-3,
Conditional Use Permits, Vail Town Code, to allow for a restaurant at Vail Transit
Center, pursuant to Section 12-16, Conditional Use Permits, Vail Town Code located at
241 East Meadow Drive/Tract B & C, Vail Village Filing 1, and setting forth details in
regard thereto. (PEC25-0035)
Planner: Cole Michaelsen
Applicant Name: Town of Vail
Time: 45 min
PEC25-0035 Staff Memo.pdf
PEC25-0035_Attachment A. Vail Village Filing 1 - Tracts B and C Vicinty Map.pdf
PEC25-0035_Attachment B. Applicant Narrative.pdf
PEC25-0035_Attachment C. Vail Transportation Center Floor Plan.pdf
PEC25-0035_Attachment D. Proposed and Existing Photos.pdf
Timestamped 1.48:15
Planner Michaelson gives a presentation.
Kathleen Halloran, deputy Town Manager, talks about operations. There is no active cooking on the site.
This will be servicing transit users, we’ve seen a big increase in use coming into the Vail Transit Center.
The intent is provide an amenity for these folks.
Lipnick, will the café be enclosed?
Halloran, the public would only see the window service on the interior and also the exterior window.
Jensen, who is paying the TI costs of improving this space?
Halloran, council approved anything in the space would be the responsibility of the café owner.
Jensen, hopes there is enough revenue to sustain the business to coincide with the demand.
Halloran, hours in the winter would be 7:30am to 4-5pm, it wouldn’t continue into dinner.
Jensen, what is the desire or intent to move forward with this?
Halloran, one was to activate the space. Also to provide an amenity as the transportation numbers
and ridership has gone up.
Tucker asks about interior floor plans.
Halloran, the Town is planning on heavy furniture that will detract from it getting moved.
Rediker asks for public comment. No comment, public comment closed.
Commissioner comment.
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Tucker, happy to see this opportunity.
Jensen commends Town for having a modest rent. It will be interesting to see if hours of operation
and rent allows this to be a viable year round activity there.
Rediker, agrees with staff that the criteria are met. Generally thinks this is a good idea to activate
that space.
David N Tucker made a motion to Approve with the conditions on pg. 9 of the staff memo and
the findings on pg. 9 & 10. ; Brad Hagedorn seconded the motion Passed (6 - 0).
Robert N Lipnick made a motion to Approve with the condition and findings on page 9 and 10;
Brad Hagedorn seconded the motion Passed (5 - 0).
5. Approval of Minutes
5.1 PEC Minutes 10-13-25
PEC_Results_10-13-25.pdf
William A Jensen made a motion to Approve ; Brad Hagedorn seconded the motion Passed (4 - 0)
Tucker and Lintner Abstain.
6. Information Update
Staff and PEC discusses measures to improve the timeliness and efficiency of meetings.
Gennett, in Title 3 it says commissions shall adopt rules for business of the meetings. As the
first order of business, the officer can set forth the rules. Or you can have a standard set of rules
that you choose to deviate from.
Discussion on limiting time for presentations, much of it is in the packet.
Rediker, leaning towards consistent rules of order, create expectations and a pattern of how
it will be conducted.
Rediker, commissioners will need to be prepared. We have a good commission in that regard.
PEC agrees on setting a consistent rules of order for every meeting.
Roy, we’ll draft something up.
7. Adjournment
Brad Hagedorn made a motion to Adjourn ; David N Tucker seconded the motion Passed (6 - 0).
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TO: Planning and Environmental Commission
FROM: Community Development Department
DATE: October 13, 2025
SUBJECT: A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for prescribed regulations amendments to Title 12, Zoning Regulations, Article 7B: Commercial Core 1 (CC1) District; Article 7C: Commercial Core 2 (CC2) Zone District; Article 7H: Lionshead Mixed Use 1 (LMU-1) Zone District; and, Article 7I: Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendments, Vail Town Code, to add language regarding conversions of existing eating and drinking establishments. (PEC25-0034)
Applicant: Town of Vail
Planner: Matt Gennett
I. SUMMARY
The applicant, the Town of Vail, is requesting a recommendation to the Vail Town Council
for prescribed regulations amendments to Title 12, Zoning Regulations, Article 7B:
Commercial Core 1 (CC1) District; Article 7C: Commercial Core 2 (CC2) Zone District;
Article 7H: Lionshead Mixed Use 1 (LMU-1) Zone District; and, Article 7I: Lionshead
Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendments, Vail Town
Code, to add new sections limiting the conversion of existing eating and drinking
establishments in each of the articles listed above.
The Community Development Department recommends the Planning and Environmental
Commissions forward a recommendation of approval to the Vail Town Council for the
prescribed regulations amendment.
II. DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST
The proposal would add new sections at the end of Articles 7B, 7C, 7H, and 7I of Title 12
to limit the conversion of existing eating and drinking establishments in the Commercial
Core 1 (CC1), Commercial Core 2 (CC2), Lionshead Mixed Use 1 (LMU-1), and
Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) zone districts, thereby promoting the goals of the
Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and Vail Village Master Plan by increasing
vibrancy and pedestrian activity in Lionshead and Vail Village. Please see Section IV of
this memo for the full proposed text changes.
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III. BACKGROUND
On April 15, 2025, Ordinance No. 9, Series of 2025, An Emergency Ordinance
Temporarily Suspending the Issuance of Building Permits Related to the Conversion
of Eating and Drinking Establishments to Retail Establishments in the SBR, SBR-2,
CC-1, CC-2, LMU-1, LMU-2, and PA Zone Districts was adopted.
On June 3, 2025, Ordinance No. 13, Series of 2025, An Emergency Ordinance
Temporarily Suspending the Acceptance and Processing of Applications, the
Scheduling of Public Hearings and the Issuance of Building Permits Related to the
Conversion of Eating and Drinking Establishments to Any Other Permitted or
Conditional Use in the SBR, SBR-2, CC-1, CC-2, LMU-1, LMU-2, and PA Zone
Districts. Ordinance No. 13 repealed Ordinance No. 9 and narrowed applicability to
interior conversions of existing eating and drinking establishments. Projects that have
previously received PEC approval are not subject to the temporary stay.
IV. PROPOSED TEXT AMENDMENT LANGUAGE
The proposed new Sections, 12-7B-21, 12-7C-16, 12-7H-19, and 12-7I-19 would be
added at the end of each of the articles for the CC1, CC2, LMU-1, and LMU-2 zone
districts, respectively. The text listed below contains the four new sections to be added to
the end of Articles 7B, 7C, 7H, and 7I. The proposed language is also included in
Attachment A within the context of the entirety of each article.
§ 12-7B-21 CONVERSION OF EXISTING EATING AND DRINKING
ESTABLISHMENTS.
(A) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to limit the conversion of existing eating
and drinking establishments in the Commercial Core 1 (CC1) district to promote the
goals of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and Vail Village Master Plan by
increasing vibrancy and pedestrian activity in Lionshead and Vail Village.
(B) Applicability. This Section shall apply to all existing eating and drinking
establishments in the CC1 district, whether permitted by right or conditionally.
(C) Permit required. A conversion of an existing eating and drinking establishment
shall require a conversion permit in accordance with this Section.
(D) Application. An application for a conversion permit shall be submitted to the
Director of Community Development (the Director) on forms provided by the Town, along
with the applicable application fee.
(E) Criteria and decision. The Director shall issue a conversion permit upon a
determination that one of the following criteria are met:
(1) The conversion will not result in a net loss of total eating and drinking
establishment interior square footage in the CC1 district, as demonstrated by evidence
that the applicant has established a new eating and drinking establishment at a
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premises within the CC1 district with the same or greater interior square footage as the
premises proposed for conversion; or
(2) The conversion will occur at a premises with a prior eating and drinking
establishment, and the premises has been vacant for at least eighteen (18)
consecutive months despite diligent efforts to establish a new eating and drinking
establishment on the premises, as demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has
publicly and reasonably advertised the premises, but no viable tenant exists.
(F) Appeals. If the Director denies an application for a conversion permit, the
Director shall send a written notice to the applicant. The applicant may appeal the
Director's decision pursuant to Section 12-3-3.A.
§ 12-7C-16 CONVERSION OF EXISTING EATING AND DRINKING
ESTABLISHMENTS.
(A) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to limit the conversion of existing eating
and drinking establishments in the Commercial Core 2 (CC2) district to promote the goals
of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and Vail Village Master Plan by increasing
vibrancy and pedestrian activity in Lionshead and Vail Village.
(B) Applicability. This Section shall apply to all existing eating and drinking
establishments in the CC2 district, whether permitted by right or conditionally.
(C) Permit required. A conversion of any existing eating and drinking establishment
shall require a conversion permit in accordance with this Section.
(D) Application. An application for a conversion permit shall be submitted to the
Director of Community Development (the Director) on forms provided by the Town, along
with the applicable application fee.
(E) Criteria and decision. The Director shall issue a conversion permit upon a
determination that one of the following criteria are met:
(1) The conversion will not result in a net loss of total eating and drinking
establishment interior square footage in the CC2 district, as demonstrated by evidence
that the applicant has established a new eating and drinking establishment at a premises
within the CC2 district with the same or greater interior square footage as the premises
proposed for conversion; or
(2) The conversion will occur at a premises with a prior eating and drinking
establishment, and the premises has been vacant for at least eighteen (18) consecutive
months despite diligent efforts to establish a new eating and drinking establishment on the
premises, as demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has publicly and reasonably
advertised the premises, but no viable tenant exists.
(F) Appeals. If the Director denies an application for a conversion permit, the Director
shall send a written notice to the applicant. The applicant may appeal the Director's
decision pursuant to Section 12-3-3.A.
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§ 12-7H-19 CONVERSION OF EXISTING EATING AND DRINKING ESTABLISHMENTS.
(A) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to limit the conversion of existing eating and
drinking establishments in the Lionshead Mixed Use 1 (LMU-1) district to promote the goals of
the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and Vail Village Master Plan by increasing
vibrancy and pedestrian activity in Lionshead and Vail Village.
(B) Applicability. This Section shall apply to all existing eating and drinking establishments
in the LMU-1 district, whether permitted by right or conditionally.
(C) Permit required. A conversion of any existing eating and drinking establishment shall
require a conversion permit in accordance with this Section.
(D) Application. An application for a conversion permit shall be submitted to the Director of
Community Development (the Director) on forms provided by the Town, along with the
applicable application fee.
(E) Criteria and decision. The Director shall issue a conversion permit upon a
determination that one of the following criteria are met:
(1) The conversion will not result in a net loss of total eating and drinking
establishment interior square footage in the LMU-1 district, as demonstrated by evidence
that the applicant has established a new eating and drinking establishment at a premises
within the LMU-1 district with the same or greater interior square footage as the premises
proposed for conversion; or
(2) The conversion will occur at a premises with a prior eating and drinking
establishment, and the premises has been vacant for at least eighteen (18) consecutive
months despite diligent efforts to establish a new eating and drinking establishment on the
premises, as demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has publicly and reasonably
advertised the premises, but no viable tenant exists.
(F) Appeals. If the Director denies an application for a conversion permit, the Director shall
send a written notice to the applicant. The applicant may appeal the Director's decision
pursuant to Section 12-3-3.A.
§ 12-7I-19 CONVERSION OF EXISTING EATING AND DRINKING ESTABLISHMENTS.
(A) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to limit the conversion of existing eating and
drinking establishments in the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) district to promote the goals
of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and Vail Village Master Plan by increasing
vibrancy and pedestrian activity in Lionshead and Vail Village.
(B) Applicability. This Section shall apply to all existing eating and drinking establishments
in the LMU-2 district, whether permitted by right or conditionally.
(C) Permit required. A conversion of any existing eating and drinking establishment shall
require a conversion permit in accordance with this Section.
(D) Application. An application for a conversion permit shall be submitted to the Director of
Community Development (the Director) on forms provided by the Town, along with the
applicable application fee.
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(E) Criteria and decision. The Director shall issue a conversion permit upon a
determination that one of the following criteria are met:
(1) The conversion will not result in a net loss of total eating and drinking
establishment interior square footage in the LMU-2 district, as demonstrated by evidence that
the applicant has established a new eating and drinking establishment at a premises within
the LMU-2 district with the same or greater interior square footage as the premises proposed
for conversion; or
(2) The conversion will occur at a premises with a prior eating and drinking
establishment, and the premises has been vacant for at least eighteen (18) consecutive
months despite diligent efforts to establish a new eating and drinking establishment on the
premises, as demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has publicly and reasonably
advertised the premises, but no viable tenant exists.
(F) Appeals. If the Director denies an application for a conversion permit, the Director shall
send a written notice to the applicant. The applicant may appeal the Director's decision
pursuant to Section 12-3-3.A.
V. ROLES OF REVIEWING BODIES
Order of Review:
Generally, text amendment applications will be reviewed by the Planning and
Environmental Commission and the Commission will forward a recommendation to the
Town Council. The Town Council will then review the text amendment application and
make the final decision.
Planning and Environmental Commission:
The Planning and Environmental Commission is responsible for the review of a text
amendment application, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, and
forwarding of a recommendation to the Town Council.
Design Review Board:
The Design Review Board (DRB) has no review authority over a text amendment to the
Vail Town Code.
Town Council:
The Town Council is responsible for final approval, approval with modifications, or denial
of a text amendment application, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town
Code.
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Staff:
The Town Staff facilitates the application review process. Staff reviews the submitted
application materials for completeness and general compliance with the appropriate
requirements of the Town Code. Staff also provides the Planning and Environmental
Commission a memorandum containing a description and background of the application,
an evaluation of the application in regard to the criteria and findings outlined by the Town
Code, and a recommendation of approval, approval with modifications, or denial.
VI. APPLICABLE PLANNING DOCUMENTS
The following provisions of the Vail Town Code, Vail Village Master Plan, and Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan are relevant to the review of this proposal:
Title 12, Zoning Regulations, Vail Town Code
CHAPTER 12-1, TITLE, PURPOSE AND APPLICABILITY (in part)
Section 12-1-2: Purpose:
A. General: These regulations are enacted for the purpose of promoting the health,
safety, morals, and general welfare of the Town, and to promote the coordinated and
harmonious development of the Town in a manner that will conserve and enhance its
natural environment and its established character as a resort and residential community
of high quality.
B. Specific: These regulations are intended to achieve the following more specific
purposes:
1. To provide for adequate light, air, sanitation, drainage, and public facilities.
2. To secure safety from fire, panic, flood, avalanche, accumulation of snow, and other
dangerous conditions.
3. To promote safe and efficient pedestrian and vehicular traffic circulation and to lessen
congestion in the streets.
4. To promote adequate and appropriately located off-street parking and loading facilities.
5. To conserve and maintain established community qualities and economic values.
6. To encourage a harmonious, convenient, workable relationship among land uses,
consistent with Municipal development objectives.
7. To prevent excessive population densities and overcrowding of the land with
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structures.
8. To safeguard and enhance the appearance of the Town.
9. To conserve and protect wildlife, streams, woods, hillsides, and other desirable natural
features.
10. To assure adequate open space, recreation opportunities, and other amenities and
facilities conducive to desired living quarters.
11. To otherwise provide for the growth of an orderly and viable community.
Vail Village Master Plan:
Policy 2.4.2: Activity that provides nightlife and evening entertainment for
both the guest and the community shall be encouraged.
Policy 3.3.2: Outdoor dining is an important streetscape feature and shall
be encouraged in commercial infill or redevelopment projects.
Objective 3.3: Encourage a wide variety of activities, events, and street life
along pedestrian ways and plazas.
Policy 3.3.2: Outdoor dining is an important streetscape feature and shall
be encouraged in commercial infill or redevelopment projects.
Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan:
Mission Statement
Lionshead lacks the charm, character, appeal and vibrancy expected of a
world class resort. It lacks a sense of arrival and a sense of place.
Pedestrian flow through the mall can be confusing and disconnected. The
architecture lacks a unique identity or reference to Vail’s historical
antecedents and its alpine environment. Many of the buildings are
physically aging and functionally under-utilized, resulting in negative
impacts to property values, private profits and public revenues. Potential
hospitality, retail and recreational uses, and community amenities are
unmet or unrealized. It would be short-sighted to ignore these conditions
and do nothing. The opportunity exists for the public and private sectors to
act collaboratively to renew and revitalize this important component of our
community.
Vail Town Council, November 4, 1996
1.2 Master Plan Framework
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The Lionshead Master Plan is based on a set of fundamental design
objectives that relate to the entire study area:
• The Pedestrian Environment
The defining characteristic of Lionshead is its pedestrian environment, and
the emphasis of the master plan is to improve its quality as a generator of
activity.
2.1 Purpose of the Master Plan
Both public and private interests have recognized that Lionshead today
lacks the economic vitality of Vail Village, its neighboring commercial
district, and fails to offer a world-class resort experience. Skiers are
spending less time skiing and more time shopping, dining out, and enjoying
other off-mountain activities. As a result, the demand for quality retail
shopping and a greater diversity of experiences has dramatically increased.
All of these are sorely in need of improvement in Lionshead. Vail, and
specifically Lionshead, will fall behind if the community fails to upgrade the
quality of its facilities and correct the existing flaws in its primary
commercial nodes.
Town of Vail 2024 Five Year Strategic Plan:
2. Mission and Vision
The Town of Vail’s Vision is:
To be the premier mountain resort community in the world.
4. C. Strategic Priority - Provide an Authentic Vail Experience: Vail’s vision of being the
premier mountain resort community despite a trend towards homogeneity in the ski
industry will be achieved by creating programming and events authentic to Vail’s
pioneering and entrepreneurial spirit. We are a community that celebrates the sport of
skiing and mountain town living.
Desired Results:
C.1: By 2027, Vail will create and/or enhance 1 to 2 showstopper, unique events in the
winter and summer seasons which are consistent with the authentic Vail vibe.
Examples: GoPro Mountain Games, X Games, Burton US Open, Street Beat, Dew
Tour, Loveland Derby, Ski Races, Bravo!
C.2: By 2029, Vail will create a seamless, vibrant, inclusive experience as people move
from the mountain into town and from town onto the mountain as measured in guest
intercept surveys. As our guests and residents’ transition, whether on skis, bikes or on
foot, between the Town and Vail Mountain they will be enticed and welcomed by
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programming that creates an energetic and fun vibe ready to greet them at the base
area.
C.3: By June 2025, modify town codes to support vibrancy (special events, live
entertainment, nightlife).
C.4: By 2027, 70% of individuals under 40 will state “Vail is a kickass place” as
measured by the net promotor score.
C.5: By 2025, The Town of Vail municipal government will provide excellent customer
service through clear definitions, measurements, and reporting.
VII. CRITERIA FOR REVIEW
1. The extent to which the text amendment furthers the general and specific
purposes of the zoning regulations;
The purpose of these proposed prescribed regulation amendments is to preserve and
enhance vibrancy, vitality, nightlife, and an activated streetscape in Vail’s village core
areas adjacent to the skier yards in Vail Village and Lionshead. To remain viable as the
premier mountain resort community in the world, the proposed amendments are
necessary and in keeping with the purpose of Title 12: Zoning Regulations.
Staff have found the proposed text amendments to be in conformance with this criterion.
2. The extent to which the text amendment would better implement and better
achieve the applicable elements of the adopted goals, objectives, and policies
outlined in the Vail comprehensive plan and is compatible with the development
objectives of the town;
The proposed amendments are compatible with the development objectives of the town,
the applicable master plans, and reflect the vision and priorities of the Town of Vail 2024
Five Year Strategic Plan.
Staff have found the proposed text amendments to be in conformance with this criterion.
3. The text amendment demonstrates how conditions have substantially changed
since the adoption of the subject regulation and how the existing regulation is no
longer appropriate or is inapplicable
The proposed amendment is the result of recommended updates to the code based on
the Town’s concerns regarding the potential decline of activated, vibrant, and fun core
areas close to the base of the mountain during the daytime, après, and evening hours.
Priorities have changed since the adoption of the subject regulations as most recently
reflected in the Town of Vail 2024 Five Year Strategic Plan.
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Staff have found the proposed text amendments to be in conformance with this criterion.
4. The extent to which the text amendment provides a harmonious, convenient,
workable relationship among land use regulations consistent with municipal
development objectives; and
The proposed amendments will provide a regulatory mechanism to ensure the ability of
the Town to maintain and enhance the vibrancy that residents and visitors expect when
they come to Vail. The prescribed regulation amendments will provide a harmonious,
convenient, and workable relationship with the other land use regulations in a consistent
manner with municipal development objectives.
Staff have found the proposed text amendments to be in conformance with this criterion.
5. Such other factors and criteria the Planning and Environmental Commission
and/or council deem applicable to the proposed text amendments
Staff will provide additional information as needed should the PEC and/or Council
determine other factors or criteria are applicable to the proposed text amendment.
VIII. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
The Community Development Department recommends that the Planning and
Environmental Commission forward a recommendation of approval for the prescribed
regulation amendment to the Vail Town Council. This recommendation is based upon the
review of the criteria outlined in Section VIII of this memorandum and the evidence and
testimony presented.
Should the Planning and Environmental Commission choose to forward a
recommendation of approval to the Vail Town Council for the prescribed regulation
amendment, the Community Development Department recommends the Commission
pass the following motion:
"The Planning and Environmental Commission forwards a recommendation of approval to
the Vail Town Council for a prescribed regulations amendment to Title 12, Zoning
Regulations, Article 7B: Commercial Core 1 (CC1) District; Article 7C: Commercial Core 2
(CC2) Zone District; Article 7H: Lionshead Mixed Use 1 (LMU-1) Zone District; and,
Article 7I: Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District, pursuant to Section 12-3-7,
Amendments, Vail Town Code, to add language regarding conversions of existing eating
and drinking establishments. (PEC25-0034)”
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Should the Planning and Environmental Commission choose to forward a
recommendation of approval to the Vail Town Council for the prescribed regulation
amendment, the Community Development Department recommends the Commission
makes the following findings:
“Based upon a review of Section VII of the October 13, 2025, staff memorandum to the
Planning and Environmental Commission, and the evidence and testimony presented, the
Planning and Environmental Commission finds:
1. That the amendment is consistent with the applicable elements of the adopted goals,
objectives and policies outlined in the Vail Comprehensive Plan and is compatible
with the development objectives of the Town; and
2. That the amendment furthers the general and specific purposes of the Zoning
Regulations outlined in Section 12-1-2, Purpose, Vail Town Code; and
3. That the amendment promotes the health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the
Town and promotes the coordinated and harmonious development of the Town in a
manner that conserves and enhances its natural environment and its established
character as a resort and residential community of the highest quality."
IX. ATTACHMENTS
A. Proposed Amendments to Title 12, Articles 7B, 7C, 7H, and 7I
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Attachment A
Proposed Text Amendments to Title 12: Zoning Regulations, Articles 7B, 7C, 7H, and 7I.
New sections are added at the end of each article and shown in bold text.
Title 12, Article 7B
§ 12-7B-2 PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES; BASEMENT OR GARDEN LEVEL.
(A) Permitted uses. The following uses shall be permitted in basement or garden
levels within a structure:
(1) Retail shops and establishments, including the following:
(a) Apparel stores;
(b) Art supply stores and galleries;
(c) Bakeries and confectioneries;
(d) Bookstores;
(e) Camera stores and photographic studios;
(f) Candy stores;
(g) Chinaware and glassware stores;
(h) Delicatessens and specialty food stores;
(i) Drugstores;
(j) Florists;
(k) Gift shops;
(l) Health food stores;
(m) Hobby stores;
(n) Jewelry stores;
(o) Leather goods stores;
(p) Music and record stores;
(q) Newsstands and tobacco stores;
(r) Sporting goods stores;
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(s) Stationery stores;
(t) Toy stores;
(u) Variety stores; and
(v) Yardage and dry goods stores.
(2) Personal services and repair shops, including the following:
(a) Beauty and barber shops;
(b) Commercial ski storage/ski club;
(c) Small appliance repair shops;
(d) Tailors and dressmakers; and
(e) Travel and ticket agencies.
(3) Eating and drinking establishments, including the following:
(a) Bakeries and delicatessens with food service, restricted to preparation of
products specifically for sale on the premises;
(b) Cocktail lounges and bars;
(c) Coffee shop;
(d) Fountains and sandwich shops; and
(e) Restaurants.
(4) Professional offices, business offices and studios;
(5) Banks and financial institutions;
(6) Additional uses determined to be similar to permitted uses described in
subsections (A)(1) through (A)(5) of this section, in accordance with the provisions of §
12-3-4 of this title so long as they do not encourage vehicular traffic.
(7) Lodges; and
(8) Employee housing units, as further regulated by Chapter 13 of this title.
(B) Conditional uses. The following uses shall be permitted in basement or garden
levels within a structure, subject to issuance of a conditional use permit in accordance
with the provisions of Chapter 16 of this title:
(1) Electronic sales and repair shops;
(2) Household appliance stores;
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(3) Liquor stores;
(4) Luggage stores;
(5) Major arcades;
(6) Meeting rooms;
(7) Multiple-family dwellings;
(8) Outdoor patios;
(9) Religious institutions; and
(10) Theaters.
(Ord. 39(2007) § 2; Ord. 1(2008) § 12; Ord. 8(2014) § 2; Ord. 2(2016) § 7)
§ 12-7B-3 PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES; FIRST FLOOR OR STREET
LEVEL.
(A) Permitted uses. The following uses shall be permitted on the first floor or street
level within a structure:
(1) Retail stores and establishments, including the following:
(a) Apparel stores;
(b) Art supply stores and galleries;
(c) Bakeries and confectioneries;
(d) Bookstores;
(e) Camera stores and photographic studios;
(f) Candy stores;
(g) Chinaware and glassware stores;
(h) Delicatessens and specialty food stores;
(i) Drugstores;
(j) Florists;
(k) Gift shops;
(l) Hobby stores;
(m) Jewelry stores;
(n) Leather goods stores;
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(o) Luggage stores;
(p) Music and record stores;
(q) Newsstands and tobacco stores;
(r) Sporting goods stores;
(s) Stationery stores;
(t) Toy stores;
(u) Travel and ticket agencies;
(v) Variety stores; and
(w) Yardage and dry goods stores.
(2) Eating and drinking establishments, including the following:
(a) Bakeries and delicatessens with food service, restricted to preparation of
products specifically for sale on the premises;
(b) Cocktail lounges and bars;
(c) Coffee shops;
(d) Fountains and sandwich shops; and
(e) Restaurants.
(3) Lodges;
(4) Employee housing units, as further regulated by Chapter 13 of this title;
(5) Additional uses determined to be similar to permitted uses described in
subsections (A)(1) and (A)(2) of this section, in accordance with the provisions of § 12-
3-4 of this title so long as they do not encourage vehicular traffic; and
(6) Automated teller machines (ATMs) exterior to a building.
(B) Conditional uses. The following uses shall be permitted on the first floor or street
level floor within a structure, subject to issuance of a conditional use permit in
accordance with the provisions of Chapter 16 of this title:
(1) Banks and financial institutions;
(2) Beauty and barber shops;
(3) Electronics sales and repair shops;
(4) Household appliance stores;
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(5) Liquor stores; and
(6) Outdoor patios.
(Ord. 39(2007) § 2; Ord. 1(2008) § 12; Ord. 12(2008) § 12)
§ 12-7B-4 PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES; SECOND FLOOR.
(A) Permitted uses; exception. The following uses shall be permitted on the second
floor within a structure; provided, however, that a conditional use permit will be required
in accordance with Chapter 16 of this title for any use which eliminates any existing
dwelling or accommodation unit or any portion thereof:
(1) Multiple-family residential dwelling;
(2) Lodges;
(3) Professional offices, business offices and studios;
(4) Banks and financial institutions;
(5) Personal services and repair shops, including the following:
(a) Beauty and barber shops;
(b) Business and office services;
(c) Tailors and dressmakers; and
(d) Travel and ticket agencies.
(6) Retail stores and establishments, including the following:
(a) Apparel stores;
(b) Art supply stores and galleries;
(c) Bakeries and confectioneries;
(d) Bookstores;
(e) Camera stores and photographic studios;
(f) Candy stores;
(g) Chinaware and glassware stores;
(h) Delicatessens and specialty food stores;
(i) Drugstores;
(j) Florists;
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(k) Gift shops;
(l) Hobby stores;
(m) Jewelry stores;
(n) Leather goods stores;
(o) Music and record stores;
(p) Newsstands and tobacco stores;
(q) Photographic studios;
(r) Sporting goods stores;
(s) Toy stores;
(t) Variety stores; and
(u) Yardage and dry goods stores.
(7) Eating and drinking establishments, including the following:
(a) Bakeries and delicatessens with food service, restricted to preparation of
products specifically for sale on the premises;
(b) Cocktail lounges and bars;
(c) Coffee shops;
(d) Fountains and sandwich shops; and
(e) Restaurants.
(8) Employee housing units, as further regulated by Chapter 13 of this title.
(B) Conditional uses. The following uses shall be permitted on second floors, subject
to the issuance of a conditional use permit in accordance with the provisions of Chapter
16 of this title:
(1) Dog kennels;
(2) Electronics sales and repair shops;
(3) Household appliance stores;
(4) Liquor stores;
(5) Luggage stores;
(6) Meeting rooms;
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(7) Outdoor patios;
(8) Religious institutions; and
(9) Theaters.
(Ord. 39(2007) § 2; Ord. 1(2008) § 12; Ord. 12(2008) § 12; Ord. 2(2016) § 8)
§ 12-7B-5 PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES; ABOVE SECOND FLOOR.
(A) Permitted uses. The following uses shall be permitted on any floor above the
second floor:
(1) Employee housing units, as further regulated by Chapter 13 of this title;
(2) Lodges; and
(3) Multiple-family residential dwellings.
(B) Conditional uses. The following uses shall be permitted on any floor above the
second floor, subject to the issuance of a conditional use permit in accordance with the
provisions of Chapter 16 of this title. Any permitted or conditional use which eliminates
any existing dwelling or accommodation unit, or any portion thereof, shall require a
conditional use permit. Such uses may include:
(1) Retail stores and establishments, including the following:
(a) Apparel stores;
(b) Art supply stores and galleries;
(c) Bakeries and confectioneries;
(d) Bookstores;
(e) Camera stores and photographic studios;
(f) Chinaware and glassware stores;
(g) Delicatessens and specialty food stores;
(h) Drugstores;
(i) Electronics sales and repair shops;
(j) Florists;
(k) Gift shops;
(l) Hobby stores;
(m) Jewelry stores;
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(n) Leather goods stores;
(o) Liquor stores;
(p) Luggage stores;
(q) Music and record stores;
(r) Newsstands and tobacco stores;
(s) Photographic studios;
(t) Sporting goods stores;
(u) Stationery stores;
(v) Toy stores;
(w) Variety stores; and
(x) Yardage and dry goods stores.
(2) Eating and drinking establishments, including the following:
(a) Bakeries and delicatessens with food service, restricted to preparation of
products specifically for sale on the premises;
(b) Cocktail lounges and bars;
(c) Coffee shops;
(d) Fountains and sandwich shops; and
(e) Restaurants.
(3) Professional offices, business offices, and studios;
(4) Banks and financial institutions;
(5) Personal services and repair shops, including the following:
(a) Beauty and barber shops;
(b) Business and office services;
(c) Small appliance repair shops;
(d) Tailors and dressmakers; and
(e) Travel and ticket agencies.
(6) Theaters; and
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(7) Additional uses determined to be similar to permitted uses described in
subsections (B)(1) through (B)(5) of this section in accordance with the provisions of §
12-3-4 of this title, so long as they do not encourage vehicular traffic.
(Ord. 39(2007) § 2; Ord. 1(2008) § 12; Ord. 12(2008) § 12)
§ 12-7B-6 CONDITIONAL USES; GENERALLY.
The following uses shall be permitted, subject to the issuance of a conditional use
permit in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 16 of this title:
(A) Bed and breakfasts, as further regulated by § 12-14-18 of this title;
(B) Public buildings, grounds and facilities;
(C) Public park and recreation facilities;
(D) Public utility and public service uses; and
(E) Ski lifts and tows.
(Ord. 8(1973) § 8.300; Ord. 16(1975) § 3(B); Ord. 31(1989) § 8; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7B-7 EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS OR MODIFICATIONS.
(A) Applicability. The construction of a new building, the alteration of an existing
building which adds or removes any enclosed floor area, the alteration of an existing
building which modifies exterior rooflines, the replacement of an existing building, the
addition of a new outdoor dining deck or the modification of an existing outdoor dining
deck shall require approval from the Planning and Environmental Commission (PEC).
(1) Application. An application shall be made by the owner of the building or the
building owner's authorized agent or representative on a form provided by the
Administrator. Any application for a building in a common interest community shall be
duly authorized by the condominium association.
(2) Application contents. The Administrator shall establish the submittal
requirements for an exterior alteration or modification application. A complete list of the
submittal requirements shall be maintained by the Department of Community
Development. Certain submittal requirements may be waived by the Administrator or
reviewing body if the applicant demonstrates that the information and materials required
are not relevant to the application. The Administrator or the reviewing body may require
the submission of additional plans, drawings, specifications, samples and other
materials if deemed necessary to properly evaluate the proposal.
(3) Hearing. The public hearing before the Planning and Environmental
Commission shall be held in accordance with § 12-3-6 of this Title. The Planning and
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Environmental Commission may approve the application as submitted, approve the
application with conditions or modifications, or deny the application. The decision of the
Planning and Environmental Commission may be appealed to the Town Council in
accordance with § 12-3-3 of this Title.
(4) Burden of proof. At the hearing, the applicant shall prove by a preponderance of
the evidence that the proposed exterior alteration is in compliance with the purposes of
the CC1 District as specified in § 12-7B-1 of this Article; that the proposal is consistent
with applicable elements of the Vail Village Master Plan, the Town of Vail Streetscape
Master Plan and the Vail Comprehensive Plan; that the proposal does not otherwise
negatively alter the character of the neighborhood; and that the proposal substantially
complies with the Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan and the Vail Village design
considerations, including without limitation the following urban design considerations:
pedestrianization, vehicular penetration, streetscape framework, street enclosure, street
edge, building height, views, service/delivery and sun/shade analysis.
(5) Approval. Approval of an exterior alteration under this Section shall constitute
approval of the basic form and location of improvements including siting, building
setbacks, height, building bulk and mass, site improvements and landscaping.
(6) Lapse of approval. Approval of an exterior alteration shall lapse and become
void two years following the date of approval unless, prior to the expiration, a building
permit is issued and construction is commenced and diligently pursued to completion.
(7) Design Review Board review. Any modification or change to the exterior facade
of a building or to a site within the CC1 District shall be reviewed by the Design Review
Board in accordance with Chapter 11 of this title.
(B) Compliance burden. It shall be the burden of the applicant to prove by a
preponderance of the evidence before the Design Review Board that the proposed
building modification is in compliance with the purposes of the CC1 District as specified
in § 12-7B-1 of this article; that the proposal substantially complies with the Vail Village
design considerations, and that the proposal does not otherwise alter the character of
the neighborhood.
(Ord. 21(1980) § 1; Ord. 25(1982) § 1(d); Ord. 41(1983) § 1; Ord. 4(1993) § 1; 1997
Code; Ord. 1(1998) § 1; Ord. 5(2003) § 6; Ord. 29(2005) § 24; Ord. 2(2024) § 1)
§ 12-7B-8 CONDITIONAL USES; FACTORS APPLICABLE.
In considering, in accordance with Chapter 16 of this title, an application for a
conditional use permit within Commercial Core 1 District, the following development
factors shall be applicable:
(A) Effects of vehicular traffic on Commercial Core 1 District;
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(B) Reduction of vehicular traffic in Commercial Core 1 District;
(C) Reduction of nonessential off-street parking;
(D) Control of delivery, pick up, and service vehicles;
(E) Development of public spaces for use by pedestrians;
(F) Continuance of the various commercial, residential, and public uses in
Commercial Core 1 District so as to maintain the existing character of the area;
(G) Control quality of construction, architectural design, and landscape design in
Commercial Core 1 District so as to maintain the existing character of the area; and
(H) Effects of noise, odor, dust, smoke, and other factors on the environment of
Commercial Core 1 District.
(Ord. 16(1975) § 4; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7B-9 ACCESSORY USES.
The following accessory uses shall be permitted in the CC1 District:
(A) Home occupations, subject to issuance of a home occupation permit in
accordance with the provisions of § 12-14-12 of this title;
(B) Minor arcade. Amusement devices shall not be visible or audible from any public
way, street, walkway or mall area;
(C) Outdoor dining areas operated in conjunction with permitted eating and drinking
establishments;
(D) Swimming pools, patios, or other recreational facilities customarily incidental to
permitted residential or lodge uses; and
(E) Other uses customarily incidental and accessory to permitted or conditional uses,
and necessary for the operation thereof.
(Ord. 8(1973) § 8.400; Ord. 16(1975) § 3(C); Ord. 6(1982) § 3(b); Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7B-10 LOT AREA AND SITE DIMENSIONS.
The minimum lot or site area shall be 5,000 square feet of buildable area, and each
site shall have a minimum frontage of 30 feet.
(Ord. 12(1978) § 3)
§ 12-7B-11 SETBACKS.
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There shall be no required setbacks, except as may be established pursuant to the
Vail Village Design Guide Plan and Design Considerations.
(Ord. 21(1980) § 1; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7B-12 HEIGHT.
Height shall be as regulated in the Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan and Design
Considerations.
(Ord. 37(1980) § 2; Ord. 11(1982) § 2; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7B-13 DENSITY CONTROL.
(A) Unless otherwise provided in the Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan, not more
than 80 square feet of gross residential floor area (GRFA) shall be permitted for each
100 square feet of buildable site area. Total density shall not exceed 25 dwelling units
per acre of buildable site area. Each accommodation unit shall be counted as one-half
of a dwelling unit for purposes of calculating allowable units per acre.
(B) A dwelling unit in a multiple-family building may include one attached
accommodation unit no larger than one-third of the total floor area of the dwelling.
(Ord. 21(1980) § 1; Ord. 31(2001) §§ 3, 5; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7B-14 RECONSTRUCTION OF EXISTING USES; GENERALLY.
If any building or structure located within Commercial Core 1 District on June 1, 1978,
is subsequently destroyed by fire or other casualty to the degree provided in § 12-18-9
of this title, that structure or building may be reconstructed to the same or substantially
the same size, dimensions, lot coverage and height in accordance with the procedures
outlined in § 12-18-9 of this title, so long as the appearance of the building or structure
is the same or substantially the same as existed prior to its destruction.
(Ord. 13(1978) § 2; Ord. 19(1979) § 3(a); Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7B-15 SITE COVERAGE.
Site coverage shall not exceed 80% of the total site area, unless otherwise specified
in the Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan and Design Considerations. In Commercial
Core 1 District, ground level patios and decks shall be included in site coverage
calculations.
(Ord. 21(1980) § 1; Ord. 17(1991) § 8; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7B-16 LANDSCAPING AND SITE DEVELOPMENT.
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No reduction in landscape area shall be permitted without sufficient cause shown by
the applicant or as specified in the Vail Village design considerations as adopted in §
12-7B-20 of this article.
(Ord. 21(1980) § 1; 1997 Code; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7B-17 PARKING AND LOADING.
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided in accordance with Chapter 10 of this
title; provided, that no parking shall be provided on site. All parking requirements shall
be met in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 10 of this title. Loading
requirements shall continue to be applicable to properties within Commercial Core 1
District; provided that no loading areas shall be located in any required front setback
area.
(Ord. 13(1978) § 3; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7B-18 LOCATION OF BUSINESS ACTIVITY.
(A) Limitations; exception. All offices, businesses and services permitted by §§ 12-
7B-2 through 12-7B-5 shall be operated and conducted entirely within a building, except
for permitted unenclosed parking or loading areas, and the outdoor display of goods.
For purposes of this section, CONDUCTED ENTIRELY WITHIN A BUILDING means
that all activities related to the permitted use, including contacting potential customers
and clients, must occur completely inside of a building, and not in an open doorway of
the building.
(B) Outdoor displays. The area to be used for an outdoor display shall be located
directly in front of the establishment displaying the goods and entirely upon the
establishment’s own property. Sidewalks, building entrances and exits, driveways and
streets shall not be obstructed by outdoor displays.
(Ord. 8(1973) § 8.511; Ord. 19(1976) § 9; Ord. 34(1982) § 1; Ord. 11(2019) § 1)
§ 12-7B-19 RECONSTRUCTION OF EXISTING USES; COMPLIANCE REQUIRED.
Any building or structure located within Commercial Core 1 District may be
reconstructed to the same or substantially the same enclosed floor area in accordance
with the procedures outlined in § 12-18-9 of this title. The building, however, shall
substantially comply with the applicable provisions of the Vail Village Urban Design
Guide Plan and Design Considerations.
(Ord. 21(1980) § 1; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7B-20 VAIL VILLAGE URBAN DESIGN GUIDE PLAN.
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(A) Adoption. The Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan and Design Considerations
are adopted for the purposes of maintaining and preserving the character and vitality of
the Vail Village (CC1) and to guide the future alteration, change and improvement in the
CC1 District. Copies of the Vail Village Design Guide Plan and Design Considerations
shall be on file in the Department of Community Development.
(B) Revisions. Revisions to the Vail Village urban design guide plan and Design
Considerations shall be reviewed by the Planning and Environmental Commission with
official action to be taken by the Town Council by resolution on a semiannual basis to
ensure that the plan reflects the purposes and intent for which it has been adopted. The
review and action shall take place within 30 days following the public hearing on the
applications.
§ 12-7B-21 CONVERSION OF EXISTING EATING AND DRINKING
ESTABLISHMENTS.
(A) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to limit the conversion
of existing eating and drinking establishments in the Commercial Core
1 (CC1) district to promote the goals of the Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan and Vail Village Master Plan by increasing vibrancy and
pedestrian activity in Lionshead and Vail Village.
(B) Applicability. This Section shall apply to all existing eating and
drinking establishments in the CC1 district, whether permitted by right
or conditionally.
(C) Permit required. A conversion of an existing eating and
drinking establishment shall require a conversion permit in
accordance with this Section.
(D) Application. An application for a conversion permit shall be
submitted to the Director of Community Development (the Director) on
forms provided by the Town, along with the applicable application fee.
(E) Criteria and decision. The Director shall issue a conversion
permit upon a determination that one of the following criteria are met:
(1) The conversion will not result in a net loss of total eating
and drinking establishment interior square footage in the CC1 district,
as demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has established a new
eating and drinking establishment at a premises within the CC1
district with the same or greater interior square footage as the
premises proposed for conversion; or
(2) The conversion will occur at a premises with a prior
eating and drinking establishment, and the premises has been vacant
for at least eighteen (18) consecutive months despite diligent efforts
to establish a new eating and drinking establishment on the premises,
as demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has publicly and
reasonably advertised the premises, but no viable tenant exists.
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(F) Appeals. If the Director denies an application for a conversion
permit, the Director shall send a written notice to the applicant. The
applicant may appeal the Director's decision pursuant to Section 12-
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Title 12, Article 7C
§ 12-7C-1 PURPOSE.
The Commercial Core 2 District is intended to provide sites for a mixture
of multiple dwellings, lodges and commercial establishments in a clustered,
unified development. Commercial Core 2 District in accordance with the Vail
Village Urban Design Guide Plan and Design Considerations, as adopted
in § 12-7C-15 of this article is intended to ensure adequate light, air, open
space and other amenities appropriate to the permitted types of building
and uses and to maintain the desirable qualities of the zone district by
establishing appropriate site development standards.
(Ord. 21(1980) § 2; 1997 Code; Ord. 31(2001) § 8; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7C-2 REQUIREMENTS FOR ESTABLISHMENT; DEVELOPMENT
PLAN.
(A) Review required. Prior to the establishment of any Commercial Core
2 District or enlargement of any existing Commercial Core 2 District by
change of zone district boundaries, the Town Council shall by resolution
adopt a general development plan for the proposed zone district. The
general development plan may be prepared by an applicant for the
establishment of such zone district or may be prepared by the town. The
development plan shall be submitted to the Planning and Environmental
Commission for review, and the Planning and Environmental Commission
shall submit its findings and recommendations on the plan to the Town
Council.
(B) Development plan content. The Administrator shall establish the
submittal requirements for a development plan application.
(1) A complete list of the submittal requirements shall be maintained
by the Administrator and filed in the Department of Community
Development. Certain submittal requirements may be waived and/or
modified by the Administrator and/or the reviewing body if it is demonstrated
by the applicant that the information and materials required are not relevant
to the proposed development or applicable to the planning documents that
comprise the Vail Comprehensive Plan.
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(2) The Administrator and/or the reviewing body may require the
submission of additional plans, drawings, specifications, samples and other
materials if deemed necessary to properly evaluate the proposal.
(C) Plan used as guide. The development plan shall be used as a guide
for the subsequent development of sites and the design and location of
buildings and grounds within the zone district. All plans subsequently
approved by the Design Review Board in accordance with Chapter 11 of
this title, shall substantially conform to the development plan adopted by the
Town Council.
(Ord. 8(1973) § 9.200; Ord. 31(2001) § 8; Ord. 5(2003) § 7; Ord. 29(2005)
§ 24)
§ 12-7C-3 PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES.
In the CC2 District, permitted and conditional uses for specific floors shall
be the same as those permitted in the Commercial Core 1 District as
prescribed by §§ 12-7B-2 through 12-7B-5 of this chapter. Retail stores and
establishments shall not occupy more than 8,000 square feet of floor area.
(Ord. 8(1973) § 9.300; Ord. 50(1978) § 7; Ord. 31(2001) § 8; Ord. 29(2005)
§ 24)
§ 12-7C-4 CONDITIONAL USES; GENERALLY.
The following conditional uses shall be permitted, subject to issuance of
a conditional use permit in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 16 of
this title:
(A) Bed and breakfasts as further regulated by § 12-14-18 of this title;
(B) Brewpubs;
(C) Commercial storage;
(D) Laundromats;
(E) Public buildings, grounds and facilities;
(F) Public park and recreation facilities;
(G) Public utility and public service uses;
(H) Religious institutions;
(I) Ski lifts and tows;
(J) Television stations; and
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(K) Theaters, meeting rooms and convention facilities.
(Ord. 8(1973) § 9.400; Ord. 50(1978) § 8; Ord. 8(1981) § 2; Ord. 21(1983)
§ 1; Ord. 31(1989) § 9; Ord. 23(1990) § 1; Ord. 16(1996) § 1; Ord. 10(1998)
§§ 5, 6, 7; Ord. 31(2001) § 8; Ord. 29(2005) § 24; Ord. 2(2016) § 9)
§ 12-7C-5 EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS OR MODIFICATIONS.
(A) Applicability. The construction of a new building, the alteration of an
existing building which adds or removes any enclosed floor area, the
alteration of an existing building which modifies exterior rooflines, the
replacement of an existing building, the addition of a new outdoor dining
deck or the modification of an existing outdoor dining deck shall require
approval from the Planning and Environmental Commission (PEC).
(1) Application. An application shall be made by the owner of the
building or the building owner's authorized agent or representative on a form
provided by the Administrator. Any application for a building in a common
interest community shall be duly authorized by the condominium
association.
(2) Application contents. The Administrator shall establish the submittal
requirements for an exterior alteration or modification application. A
complete list of the submittal requirements shall be maintained by the
Department of Community Development. Certain submittal requirements
may be waived by the Administrator or reviewing body if the applicant
demonstrates that the information and materials required are not relevant
to the application. The Administrator or the reviewing body may require the
submission of additional plans, drawings, specifications, samples and other
materials if deemed necessary to properly evaluate the proposal.
(3) Burden of proof. At the hearing, the applicant shall prove by a
preponderance of the evidence that the proposed exterior alteration is in
compliance with the purposes of the CC2 District as specified in § 12-7C-1
of this Article; that the proposal is consistent with applicable elements of the
Vail Village Master Plan, the Town of Vail Streetscape Master Plan and the
Vail Comprehensive Plan; that the proposal does not otherwise negatively
alter the character of the neighborhood; and that the proposal substantially
complies with the Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan and the Vail Village
design considerations, including without limitation the following urban
design considerations: pedestrianization, vehicular penetration,
streetscape framework, street enclosure, street edge, building height,
views, service/delivery and sun/shade analysis.
(4) Approval. Approval of an exterior alteration under this Section shall
constitute approval of the basic form and location of improvements including
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siting, building setbacks, height, building bulk and mass, site improvements
and landscaping.
(5) Lapse of approval. Approval of an exterior alteration shall lapse and
become void two years following the date of approval by the Planning and
Environmental Commission unless, prior to the expiration, a building permit
is issued and construction is commenced and diligently pursued to
completion.
(6) Design Review Board review. Any modification or change to the
exterior facade of a building or to a site within the CC2 District shall be
reviewed by the Design Review Board in accordance with Chapter 11 of this
title.
(B) Compliance burden. It shall be the burden of the applicant to prove
by a preponderance of the evidence before the Design Review Board that
the proposed building modification is in compliance with the purposes of the
CC2 District as specified in § 12-7C-1 of this article; that the proposal
substantially complies with the Vail Village design considerations or that the
proposal does not otherwise alter the character of the neighborhood.
(Ord. 21(1980) § 2; Ord. 25(1982) § 1(e); Ord. 4(1983) § 1; Ord. 7(1984) §
1; Ord. 4(1993) § 2; 1997 Code; Ord. 1(1998) § 1; Ord. 31(2001) § 8; Ord.
5(2003) § 8; Ord. 29(2005) § 24; Ord. 2(2024) § 2)
Editor’s note:
The submittal deadlines contained in subsection (A)(3) of this section are
hereby waived for project applications for the 1998 calendar year.
§ 12-7C-6 ACCESSORY USES.
The following accessory uses shall be permitted in the CC2 District:
(A) Home occupations, subject to issuance of a home occupation permit
in accordance with the provisions of § 12-14-12 of this title;
(B) Minor arcades. Amusement devices shall not be visible or audible
from public way, street, walkway or mall area;
(C) Outdoor dining areas operated in conjunction with permitted eating
and drinking establishments;
(D) Swimming pools, tennis courts, patios or other recreation facilities
customarily incidental to permitted residential or lodge uses; and
(E) Other uses customarily incidental and accessory to permitted or
conditional uses, and necessary for the operation thereof.
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(Ord. 8(1973) § 9.500; Ord. 6(1982) § 4(a); Ord. 31(2001) § 8; Ord.
29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7C-7 LOT AREA AND SITE DIMENSIONS.
The minimum lot or site area shall be 10,000 square feet of buildable area,
and each site shall have a minimum frontage of 30 feet. Each site shall be
of a size and shape capable of enclosing a square area, 80 feet on each
side, within its boundaries.
(Ord. 12(1978) § 3; Ord. 31(2001) § 8)
§ 12-7C-8 SETBACKS.
In the CC2 District the minimum front setback shall be ten feet; the
minimum side setback shall be ten feet; and the minimum rear setback shall
be ten feet unless otherwise specified in the Vail Village Urban Design
Guide Plan and Design Considerations.
(Ord. 21(1980) § 2; Ord. 31(2001) § 8; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7C-9 HEIGHT.
For a flat roof or mansard roof, the height of buildings shall not exceed 45
feet. For a sloping roof, the height of buildings shall not exceed 48 feet.
These restrictions pertain unless otherwise specified by the Vail Village
Urban Design Guide Plan and urban design considerations.
(Ord. 37(1980) § 2; Ord. 31(2001) § 8; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7C-10 DENSITY CONTROL.
Unless otherwise specified in the Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan,
not more than 80 square feet of gross residential floor area (GRFA) shall be
permitted for each 100 square feet of buildable site area. Total density shall
not exceed 25 dwelling units per acre of buildable site area. Each
accommodation unit shall be counted as one-half of a dwelling unit for
purposes of calculating allowable units per acre. A dwelling unit in a
multiple-family building may include one attached accommodation unit no
larger than one-third of the total floor area of the dwelling.
(Ord. 21(1980) § ; Ord. 31(2001) §§ 3, 5, 8; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7C-11 SITE COVERAGE.
Site coverage shall not exceed 70% of the total site area, unless otherwise
specified in the Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan and Design
Considerations.
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(Ord. 21(1980) § 2; Ord. 17(1991) § 9; Ord. 31(2001) § 8; Ord. 29(2005) §
24)
§ 12-7C-12 LANDSCAPING AND SITE DEVELOPMENT.
At least 20% of the total site area shall be landscaped unless otherwise
specified in the Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan and Design
Considerations.
(Ord. 21(1980) § 2; Ord. 31(2001) § 8; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7C-13 PARKING AND LOADING.
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided in accordance with
Chapter 10 of this title. At least one-half the required parking shall be
located within the main building or buildings. No parking or loading area
shall be located in any required front setback area.
(Ord. 8(1973) § 9.610; Ord. 31(2001) § 8)
§ 12-7C-14 LOCATION OF BUSINESS ACTIVITY.
(A) Limitations; exception. All offices, businesses and services permitted
by § 12-7C-3 shall be operated and conducted entirely within a building,
except for permitted unenclosed parking or loading areas and the outdoor
display of goods. For purposes of this section, CONDUCTED ENTIRELY
WITHIN A BUILDING means that all activities related to the permitted use,
including contacting potential customers and clients, must occur completely
inside of a building, and not in an open doorway of the building.
(B) Outdoor displays. The area to be used for an outdoor display shall
be located directly in front of the establishment displaying the goods and
entirely upon the establishment’s own property. Sidewalks, building
entrances and exits, driveways and streets shall not be obstructed by
outdoor displays.
(Ord. 8(1973) § 9.611; Ord. 34(1982) § 2; Ord. 31(2001) § 8; Ord. 11(2019)
§ 2)
§ 12-7C-15 VAIL VILLAGE URBAN DESIGN GUIDE PLAN AND DESIGN
CONSIDERATIONS.
(A) Adoption. The Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan and Design
Considerations are adopted for the purpose of maintaining and preserving
the character and vitality of Vail Village (CC2) and to guide the future
alterations, change and improvement in the CC2 District. Copies of the Vail
Village Urban Design Guide Plan and Design Considerations shall be on
file in the Department of Community Development.
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(B) Revisions. Revisions to the Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan
and Design Considerations shall be reviewed by the Planning and
Environmental Commission with official action to be taken by the Town
Council by resolution on a semiannual basis to ensure that the plan reflects
the purposes and intent for which it has been adopted. The review and
action shall take place within 30 days following the public hearing on the
applications.
§ 12-7C-16 CONVERSION OF EXISTING EATING AND DRINKING
ESTABLISHMENTS.
(A) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to limit the conversion
of existing eating and drinking establishments in the Commercial Core
2 (CC2) district to promote the goals of the Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan and Vail Village Master Plan by increasing vibrancy and
pedestrian activity in Lionshead and Vail Village.
(B) Applicability. This Section shall apply to all existing eating and
drinking establishments in the CC2 district, whether permitted by right
or conditionally.
(C) Permit required. A conversion of any existing eating and
drinking establishment shall require a conversion permit in
accordance with this Section.
(D) Application. An application for a conversion permit shall be
submitted to the Director of Community Development (the Director) on
forms provided by the Town, along with the applicable application fee.
(E) Criteria and decision. The Director shall issue a conversion
permit upon a determination that one of the following criteria are met:
(1) The conversion will not result in a net loss of total eating
and drinking establishment interior square footage in the CC2 district,
as demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has established a new
eating and drinking establishment at a premises within the CC2
district with the same or greater interior square footage as the
premises proposed for conversion; or
(2) The conversion will occur at a premises with a prior
eating and drinking establishment, and the premises has been vacant
for at least eighteen (18) consecutive months despite diligent efforts
to establish a new eating and drinking establishment on the premises,
as demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has publicly and
reasonably advertised the premises, but no viable tenant exists.
(F) Appeals. If the Director denies an application for a conversion
permit, the Director shall send a written notice to the applicant. The
applicant may appeal the Director's decision pursuant to Section 12-
3-3.A.
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Title 12, Article 7H
§ 12-7H-1 PURPOSE.
(A) The Lionshead Mixed Use 1 District is intended to provide sites for a
mixture of multiple-family dwellings, lodges, hotels, fractional fee clubs,
timeshares, lodge dwelling units, restaurants, offices, skier services, and
commercial establishments in a clustered, unified development. Lionshead
Mixed Use 1 District, in accordance with the Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan, is intended to ensure adequate light, air, open space and other
amenities appropriate to the permitted types of buildings and uses and to
maintain the desirable qualities of the zone district by establishing
appropriate site development standards. This zone district is meant to
encourage and provide incentives for redevelopment in accordance with the
Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan.
(B) This zone district was specifically developed to provide incentives for
properties to redevelop. The ultimate goal of these incentives is to create
an economically vibrant lodging, housing and commercial core area. The
incentives in this zone district include increases in allowable gross
residential floor area, building height and density over the previously
established zoning in the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan study
area. The primary goal of the incentives is to create economic conditions
favorable to inducing private redevelopment consistent with the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan. Additionally, the incentives are created to help
finance public off site improvements adjacent to redevelopment projects.
With any development/redevelopment proposal taking advantage of the
incentives created herein, the following amenities will be evaluated:
streetscape improvements; pedestrian/bicycle access; public plaza
redevelopment; public art; roadway improvements; and similar
improvements.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 1; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7H-2 PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES; BASEMENT OR
GARDEN LEVEL.
(A) Permitted uses. The following uses shall be permitted in basement
or garden levels within a structure:
(1) Banks and financial institutions;
(2) Child daycare centers;
(3) Commercial ski storage/ski club;
(4) Eating and drinking establishments;
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(5) Employee housing units, as further regulated by Chapter 13 of this
title;
(6) Personal services and repair shops;
(7) Professional offices, business offices and studios;
(8) Public or private lockers and storage;
(9) Recreation facilities;
(10) Retail establishments;
(11) Skier ticketing, ski school and skier services;
(12) Travel and ticket agencies; and
(13) Additional uses determined to be similar to permitted uses
described in this subsection (A), in accordance with the provisions of § 12-
3-4 of this title.
(B) Conditional uses. The following uses shall be permitted in basement
or garden levels within a structure, subject to issuance of a conditional use
permit in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 16 of this title:
(1) Accommodation units;
(2) Attached accommodation units;
(3) Conference facilities and meeting rooms;
(4) Liquor stores;
(5) Lodges;
(6) Major arcades;
(7) Multiple-family residential dwelling units, timeshare units, fractional
fee clubs, and lodge dwelling units;
(8) Radio, TV stores and repair shops;
(9) Religious institutions;
(10) Theaters; and
(11) Additional uses determined to be similar to conditional uses
described in this subsection (B), in accordance with the provisions of § 12-
3-4 of this title.
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(Ord. 39(2007) § 3; Ord. 1(2008) § 16; Ord. 8(2014) § 3; Ord. 2(2016) § 12)
§ 12-7H-3 PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES; FIRST FLOOR OR
STREET LEVEL.
(A) Permitted uses. The following uses shall be permitted on the first
floor or street level within a structure:
(1) Banks, with walk-up teller facilities;
(2) Child daycare centers;
(3) Eating and drinking establishments;
(4) Employee housing units, as further regulated by Chapter 13 of this
title;
(5) Recreation facilities;
(6) Retail stores and establishments;
(7) Skier ticketing, ski school and skier services;
(8) Travel and ticket agencies; and
(9) Additional uses determined to be similar to permitted uses
described in this subsection (A), in accordance with the provisions of § 12-
3-4 of this title.
(B) Conditional uses. The following uses shall be permitted on the first
floor or street level floor within a structure, subject to issuance of a
conditional use permit in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 16 of
this title:
(1) Accommodation units;
(2) Attached accommodation units;
(3) Beauty and barber shops;
(4) Conference facilities and meeting rooms;
(5) Electronics sales and repair shops;
(6) Financial institutions, other than banks;
(7) Liquor stores;
(8) Lodges;
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(9) Major arcades;
(10) Multiple-family residential dwelling units, timeshare units,
fractional fee clubs and lodge dwelling units;
(11) Religious institutions;
(12) Temporary business offices;
(13) Theaters; and
(14) Additional uses determined to be similar to conditional uses
described in this subsection (B), in accordance with the provisions of section
12-3-4 of this title.
(Ord. 6(2012) § 2; Ord. 2(2016) § 13)
§ 12-7H-4 PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES; SECOND FLOOR
AND ABOVE.
(A) Permitted uses. The following uses shall be permitted on those floors
above the first floor within a structure:
(1) Accommodation units;
(2) Attached accommodation units;
(3) Employee housing units, as further regulated by Chapter 13 of this
title;
(4) Lodges;
(5) Multiple-family residential dwelling units, lodge dwelling units; and
(6) Additional uses determined to be similar to permitted uses
described in this subsection (A), in accordance with the provisions of § 12-
3-4 of this title.
(B) Conditional uses. The following uses shall be permitted on second
floors and higher above grade, subject to the issuance of a conditional use
permit in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 16 of this title:
(1) Banks and financial institutions;
(2) Child daycare centers;
(3) Conference facilities and meeting rooms;
(4) Eating and drinking establishments;
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(5) Electronics sales and repair shops;
(6) Fractional fee clubs;
(7) Liquor stores;
(8) Personal services and repair shops;
(9) Professional offices, business offices and studios;
(10) Recreation facilities;
(11) Religious institutions;
(12) Retail establishments;
(13) Skier ticketing, ski school and skier services;
(14) Theaters;
(15) Timeshare units; and
(16) Additional uses determined to be similar to conditional uses
described in this subsection (B), in accordance with the provisions of section
12-3-4 of this title.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 1; Ord. 6(2000) § 2; Ord. 18(2005) § 2; Ord. 24(2005) § 3;
Ord. 29(2005) § 24; Ord. 1(2008) § 16; Ord. 2(2016) § 14)
§ 12-7H-5 CONDITIONAL USES; GENERALLY (ON ALL LEVELS OF A
BUILDING OR OUTSIDE OF A BUILDING).
The following conditional uses shall be permitted, subject to issuance of
a conditional use permit in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 16 of
this title:
(A) Bed and breakfasts, as further regulated by § 12-14-18 of this title;
(B) Brewpubs;
(C) Coin operated laundries;
(D) Commercial storage;
(E) Communications antennas and appurtenant equipment;
(F) Private outdoor recreation facilities, as a primary use;
(G) Public buildings, grounds, and facilities;
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(H) Public or private parking lots;
(I) Public park and recreation facilities;
(J) Public utility and public service uses;
(K) Seasonal uses or structures utilized for more than 14 days;
(L) Single-family residential dwellings;
(M) Ski lifts and tows;
(N) Television stations;
(O) Two-family residential dwellings; and
(P) Additional uses determined to be similar to conditional uses
described in this section, in accordance with the provisions of § 12-3-4 of
this title.
(Ord. 12(2008) § 17)
§ 12-7H-6 ACCESSORY USES.
The following accessory uses shall be permitted in the Lionshead Mixed
Use 1 District:
(A) Home occupations, subject to issuance of a home occupation permit
in accordance with the provisions of § 12-14-12 of this title;
(B) Loading and delivery and parking facilities customarily incidental and
accessory to permitted and conditional uses;
(C) Minor arcades;
(D) Offices, lobbies, laundry and other facilities customarily incidental
and accessory to hotels, lodges and multiple-family uses;
(E) Outdoor dining decks and patios;
(F) Swimming pools, tennis courts, patios or other recreation facilities
customarily incidental to permitted residential or lodge uses; and
(G) Other uses customarily incidental and accessory to permitted or
conditional uses, and necessary for the operation thereof.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 1; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7H-7 EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS OR MODIFICATIONS.
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(A) Review required.
(1) Generally. The construction of a new building or the alteration of an
existing building that is not a major exterior alteration as described in
subsection (B) of this section shall be reviewed by the Design Review Board
in accordance with Chapter 11 of this title.
(2) Submittal items required. The submittal items required for a project
that is not a major exterior alteration shall be provided in accordance with §
12-11-4 of this title.
(B) Major exterior alteration. The construction of a new building or the
alteration of an existing building which adds additional dwelling units,
accommodation units, fractional fee club units, timeshare units, any project
which adds more than 1,000 square feet of commercial floor area or
common space, or any project which has substantial off site impacts (as
determined by the Administrator) shall be reviewed by the Planning and
Environmental Commission as a major exterior alteration in accordance
with this chapter and § 12-3-6 of this title. Any project which requires a
conditional use permit shall also obtain approval of the Planning and
Environmental Commission in accordance with Chapter 16 of this title.
Complete applications for major exterior alterations shall be submitted in
accordance with administrative schedules developed by the Department of
Community Development for Planning and Environmental Commission and
Design Review Board review.
(1) Submittal items required, major exterior alteration. The following
submittal items are required.
(a) Application. An application shall be made by the owner of the
building or the building owner’s authorized agent or representative on a form
provided by the Administrator. Any application for condominiumized
buildings shall be authorized by the condominium association in conformity
with all pertinent requirements of the condominium association’s
declarations.
(b) Application; contents. The Administrator shall establish the
submittal requirements for an exterior alteration or modification application.
A complete list of the submittal requirements shall be maintained by the
Administrator and filed in the Department of Community Development.
Certain submittal requirements may be waived and/or modified by the
Administrator and/or the reviewing body if it is demonstrated by the
applicant that the information and materials required are not relevant to the
proposed development or applicable to the planning documents that
comprise the Vail Comprehensive Plan. The Administrator and/or the
reviewing body may require the submission of additional plans, drawings,
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specifications, samples and other materials if deemed necessary to
properly evaluate the proposal.
(C) Work sessions/conceptual review. If requested by either the applicant
or the Administrator, submittals may proceed to a work session with the
Planning and Environmental Commission, a conceptual review with the
Design Review Board, or a work session with the Town Council.
(D) Hearing. The public hearing before the Planning and Environmental
Commission shall be held in accordance with § 12-3-6 of this title. The
Planning and Environmental Commission may approve the application as
submitted, approve the application with conditions or modifications, or deny
the application. The decision of the Planning and Environmental
Commission may be appealed to the Town Council in accordance with §
12-3-3 of this title.
(E) Lapse of approval. Approval of an exterior alteration as prescribed
by this article shall lapse and become void two years following the date of
approval by the Design Review Board unless, prior to the expiration, a
building permit is issued and construction is commenced and diligently
pursued to completion. Administrative extensions shall be allowed for
reasonable and unexpected delays as long as code provisions affecting the
proposal have not changed.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 1; Ord. 8(2001) § 2; Ord. 5(2003) §11; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7H-8 COMPLIANCE BURDEN.
It shall be the burden of the applicant to prove by a preponderance of the
evidence before the Planning and Environmental Commission and the
Design Review Board that the proposed exterior alteration or new
development is in compliance with the purposes of the Lionshead Mixed
Use 1 District, that the proposal is consistent with applicable elements of
the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and that the proposal does not
otherwise have a significant negative effect on the character of the
neighborhood, and that the proposal substantially complies with other
applicable elements of the Vail Comprehensive Plan.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 1; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7H-9 LOT AREA AND SITE DIMENSIONS.
The minimum lot or site area shall be 10,000 square feet of buildable area.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 1)
§ 12-7H-10 SETBACKS.
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The minimum building setbacks shall be ten feet unless otherwise
specified in the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan as a build to line.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 1; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7H-11 HEIGHT AND BULK.
Buildings shall have a maximum average building height of 71 feet with a
maximum height of 82.5 feet, as further defined by the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan. All development shall comply with the design
guidelines and standards found in the Lionshead Redevelopment Master
Plan. Flexibility with the standard, as incorporated in the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan, shall be afforded to redevelopment projects
which meet the intent of design guidelines, as reviewed and approved by
the Design Review Board.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 1; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7H-12 DENSITY (DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE).
No limitation on the number of dwelling units per acre permitted.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 1; Ord. 31(2001) § 5; Ord. 18(2005) § 2; Ord. 4(2019) § 1)
§ 12-7H-13 GROSS RESIDENTIAL FLOOR AREA (GRFA).
Up to 250 square feet of gross residential floor area shall be allowed for
each 100 square feet of buildable site area, or an increase of 33% over the
existing GRFA found on the property, whichever is greater. Multiple-family
dwelling units in this zone district shall not be entitled to additional gross
residential floor area under § 12-15-5, “Additional Gross Residential Floor
Area (250 Ordinance)”, of this title.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 1)
§ 12-7H-14 SITE COVERAGE.
Site coverage shall not exceed 70% of the total site area, unless otherwise
specified in the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 1; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7H-15 LANDSCAPING AND SITE DEVELOPMENT.
At least 20% of the total site area shall be landscaped, unless otherwise
specified in the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 1; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
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§ 12-7H-16 PARKING AND LOADING.
Off-street parking and loading shall be provided in accordance with
Chapter 10 of this title. At least one-half of the required parking shall be
located within the main building or buildings.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 1)
§ 12-7H-17 LOCATION OF BUSINESS ACTIVITY.
(A) Limitations; exception. All offices, businesses and services permitted
in the LMU-1 Zone District shall be operated and conducted entirely within
a building, except for permitted unenclosed parking or loading areas, the
outdoor display of goods, or outdoor restaurant seating. For purposes of
this section, CONDUCTED ENTIRELY WITHIN A BUILDING means that all
activities related to the permitted use, including contacting potential
customers and clients, must occur completely inside of a building, and not
in an open doorway of the building.
(B) Outdoor displays. The area to be used for an outdoor display shall
be located directly in front of the establishment displaying the goods and
entirely upon the establishment’s own property. Sidewalks, building
entrances and exits, driveways and streets shall not be obstructed by
outdoor displays.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 1; Ord. 11(2019) § 7)
§ 12-7H-18 MITIGATION OF DEVELOPMENT IMPACTS.
Property owners/developers shall also be responsible for mitigating direct
impacts of their development on public infrastructure and in all cases
mitigation shall bear a reasonable relation to the development impacts.
Impacts may be determined based on reports prepared by qualified
consultants. The extent of mitigation and public amenity improvements shall
be balanced with the goals of redevelopment and will be determined by the
Planning and Environmental Commission in review of development projects
and conditional use permits. Mitigation of impacts may include, but is not
limited to, the following: employee housing per the town’s current employee
housing policy; roadway improvements; pedestrian walkway improvements;
streetscape improvements; stream tract/bank improvements; public art
improvements; and similar improvements. The intent of this section is to
only require mitigation for large scale redevelopment/ development projects
which produce substantial off site impacts.
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§ 12-7H-19 CONVERSION OF EXISTING EATING AND DRINKING
ESTABLISHMENTS.
(A) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to limit the conversion
of existing eating and drinking establishments in the Lionshead Mixed
Use 1 (LMU-1) district to promote the goals of the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan and Vail Village Master Plan by increasing
vibrancy and pedestrian activity in Lionshead and Vail Village.
(B) Applicability. This Section shall apply to all existing eating and
drinking establishments in the LMU-1 district, whether permitted by
right or conditionally.
(C) Permit required. A conversion of any existing eating and
drinking establishment shall require a conversion permit in
accordance with this Section.
(D) Application. An application for a conversion permit shall be
submitted to the Director of Community Development (the Director) on
forms provided by the Town, along with the applicable application fee.
(E) Criteria and decision. The Director shall issue a conversion
permit upon a determination that one of the following criteria are met:
(1) The conversion will not result in a net loss of total eating
and drinking establishment interior square footage in the LMU-1
district, as demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has
established a new eating and drinking establishment at a premises
within the LMU-1 district with the same or greater interior square
footage as the premises proposed for conversion; or
(2) The conversion will occur at a premises with a prior
eating and drinking establishment, and the premises has been vacant
for at least eighteen (18) consecutive months despite diligent efforts
to establish a new eating and drinking establishment on the premises,
as demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has publicly and
reasonably advertised the premises, but no viable tenant exists.
(F) Appeals. If the Director denies an application for a conversion
permit, the Director shall send a written notice to the applicant. The
applicant may appeal the Director's decision pursuant to Section 12-3-3.A.
Title 12, Article 7I
§ 12-7I-1 PURPOSE.
(A) The Lionshead Mixed Use 2 District is intended to provide sites for a mixture of
multiple-family dwellings, lodges, hotels, fractional fee clubs, timeshares, lodge dwelling
units, restaurants, offices, skier services, light industrial activities and commercial
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establishments in a clustered, unified development. Lionshead Mixed Use 2 District, in
accordance with the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan, is intended to ensure
adequate light, air, open space and other amenities appropriate to the permitted types
of buildings and uses and to maintain the desirable qualities of the zone district by
establishing appropriate site development standards. This zone district is meant to
encourage and provide incentives for redevelopment in accordance with the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan.
(B) This zone district was specifically developed to provide incentives for properties
to redevelop. The ultimate goal of these incentives is to create an economically vibrant
lodging, housing and commercial core area. The incentives in this zone district include
increases in allowable gross residential floor area, building height, and density over the
previously established zoning in the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan study area.
The primary goal of the incentives is to create economic conditions favorable to
inducing private redevelopment consistent with the Lionshead Redevelopment Master
Plan. Additionally, the incentives are created to help finance public, off site,
improvements adjacent to redevelopment projects. Public amenities which will be
evaluated with redevelopment proposals taking advantage of the incentives created
herein may include: streetscape improvements; pedestrian/bicycle access; public plaza
redevelopment; public art; roadway improvements; and similar improvements.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 2; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7I-2 PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES; BASEMENT OR GARDEN LEVEL.
(A) Permitted uses. The following uses shall be permitted in basement or garden
levels within a structure:
(1) Banks and financial institutions;
(2) Child daycare centers;
(3) Commercial ski storage/ski club;
(4) Eating and drinking establishments;
(5) Employee housing units, as further regulated by Chapter 13 of this title;
(6) Personal services and repair shops;
(7) Professional offices, business offices and studios;
(8) Public or private lockers and storage;
(9) Recreation facilities;
(10) Retail establishments;
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(11) Skier ticketing, ski school and skier services;
(12) Travel and ticket agencies; and
(13) Additional uses determined to be similar to permitted uses described in this
subsection (A), in accordance with the provisions of § 12-3-4 of this title.
(B) Conditional uses. The following uses shall be permitted in basement or garden
levels within a structure, subject to issuance of a conditional use permit in accordance
with the provisions of Chapter 16 of this title:
(1) Conference facilities and meeting rooms;
(2) Electronics sales and repair shops;
(3) Liquor stores;
(4) Lodges and accommodation units;
(5) Major arcades;
(6) Multiple-family residential dwelling units, timeshare units, fractional fee clubs,
and lodge dwelling units;
(7) Religious institutions;
(8) Theaters; and
(9) Additional uses determined to be similar to conditional uses described in this
subsection (B), in accordance with the provisions of § 12-3-4 of this title.
(Ord. 39(2007) § 4; Ord. 1(2008) § 17; Ord. 8(2014) § 4; Ord. 2(2016) § 15)
§ 12-7I-3 PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES; FIRST FLOOR OR STREET
LEVEL.
(A) Permitted uses. The following uses shall be permitted on the first floor or street
level within a structure:
(1) Banks, with walk-up teller facilities;
(2) Child daycare centers;
(3) Eating and drinking establishments;
(4) Employee housing units, as further regulated by Chapter 13 of this title;
(5) Recreation facilities;
(6) Retail stores and establishments;
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(7) Skier ticketing, ski school and skier services;
(8) Travel and ticket agencies; and
(9) Additional uses determined to be similar to permitted uses described in this
subsection (A), in accordance with the provisions of § 12-3-4 of this title.
(B) Conditional uses. The following uses shall be permitted on the first floor or street
level floor within a structure, subject to issuance of a conditional use permit in
accordance with the provisions of Chapter 16 of this title:
(1) Beauty and barber shops;
(2) Conference facilities and meeting rooms;
(3) Electronics sales and repair shops;
(4) Financial institutions, other than banks;
(5) Liquor stores;
(6) Lodges and accommodation units;
(7) Multiple-family residential dwelling units, timeshare units, fractional fee clubs,
and lodge dwelling units;
(8) Religious institutions; and
(9) Additional uses determined to be similar to conditional uses described in this
subsection (B), in accordance with the provisions of § 12-3-4 of this title.
(Ord. 39(2007) § 4; Ord. 1(2008) § 17; Ord. 2(2016) § 16)
§ 12-7I-4 PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES; SECOND FLOOR AND ABOVE.
(A) Permitted uses. The following uses shall be permitted on those floors above the
first floor within a structure:
(1) Employee housing units, as further regulated by Chapter 13 of this title;
(2) Lodges and accommodation units;
(3) Multiple-family residential dwelling units, lodge dwelling units; and
(4) Additional uses determined to be similar to permitted uses described in this
subsection (A), in accordance with the provisions of § 12-3-4 of this title.
(B) Conditional uses. The following uses shall be permitted on second floors and
higher above grade, subject to the issuance of a conditional use permit in accordance
with the provisions of Chapter 16 of this title:
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(1) Banks and financial institutions;
(2) Child daycare centers;
(3) Conference facilities and meeting rooms;
(4) Eating and drinking establishments;
(5) Electronics sales and repair shops;
(6) Liquor stores;
(7) Personal services and repair shops;
(8) Professional offices, business offices and studios;
(9) Recreation facilities;
(10) Religious institutions;
(11) Retail establishments;
(12) Skier ticketing, ski school and skier services;
(13) Theaters;
(14) Timeshare units and fractional fee clubs; and
(15) Additional uses determined to be similar to conditional uses described in this
subsection (B), in accordance with the provisions of § 12-3-4 of this title.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 2; Ord. 6(2000) § 2; Ord. 29(2005) § 24; Ord. 1(2008) § 17; Ord.
2(2016) § 17)
§ 12-7I-5 CONDITIONAL USES; GENERALLY (ON ALL LEVELS OF A BUILDING OR
OUTSIDE OF A BUILDING).
The following conditional uses shall be permitted, subject to issuance of a conditional
use permit in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 16 of this title:
(A) Automotive service stations;
(B) Bed and breakfasts, as further regulated by § 12-14-18 of this title;
(C) Brewpubs;
(D) Child daycare centers;
(E) Commercial storage;
(F) Communications antennas and appurtenant equipment;
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(G) Laundromats;
(H) Private outdoor recreation facilities, as a primary use;
(I) Public buildings, grounds and facilities;
(J) Public or private parking lots;
(K) Public parks and recreation facilities;
(L) Public utility and public service uses;
(M) Ski lifts and tows;
(N) Television stations;
(O) Vehicle maintenance, service, repair, storage and fueling;
(P) Warehouses; and
(Q) Additional uses determined to be similar to conditional uses described in this
section, in accordance with the provisions of § 12-3-4 of this title.
(Ord. 12(2008) § 18)
§ 12-7I-6 ACCESSORY USES.
The following accessory uses shall be permitted in the Lionshead Mixed Use 2
District:
(A) Home occupations, subject to issuance of a home occupation permit in
accordance with the provisions of § 12-14-12 of this title;
(B) Loading and delivery and parking facilities customarily incidental and accessory
to permitted and conditional uses;
(C) Minor arcades;
(D) Offices, lobbies, laundry, and other facilities customarily incidental and accessory
to hotels, lodges and multiple-family uses;
(E) Outdoor dining decks and patios;
(F) Swimming pools, tennis courts, patios or other recreation facilities customarily
incidental to permitted residential or lodge uses; and
(G) Other uses customarily incidental and accessory to permitted or conditional
uses, and necessary for the operation thereof.
(Ord. 29(2005) § 24; Ord. 3(1999) § 2)
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§ 12-7I-7 EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS OR MODIFICATIONS.
(A) Review required. The construction of a new building or the alteration of an
existing building shall be reviewed by the Design Review Board in accordance with
Chapter 11 of this title. However, any project which adds additional dwelling units,
accommodation units, fractional fee club units, timeshare units, any project which adds
more than 1,000 square feet of commercial floor area or common space, or any project
which has substantial off site impacts (as determined by the Administrator) shall be
reviewed by the Planning and Environmental Commission as a major exterior alteration
in accordance with this chapter and § 12-3-6 of this title. Any project which requires a
conditional use permit shall also obtain approval of the Planning and Environmental
Commission in accordance with Chapter 16 of this title. Complete applications for major
exterior alterations shall be submitted in accordance with administrative schedules
developed by the Department of Community Development for Planning and
Environmental Commission and Design Review Board review.
(B) Submittal items required. The following submittal items are required.
(1) Application. An application shall be made by the owner of the building or the
building owner’s authorized agent or representative on a form provided by the
Administrator. Any application for condominiumized buildings shall be authorized by the
condominium association in conformity with all pertinent requirements of the
condominium association’s declarations.
(2) Application; contents. The Administrator shall establish the submittal
requirements for an exterior alteration or modification application. A complete list of the
submittal requirements shall be maintained by the Administrator and filed in the
Department of Community Development. Certain submittal requirements may be waived
and/or modified by the Administrator and/or the reviewing body if it is demonstrated by
the applicant that the information and materials required are not relevant to the
proposed development or applicable to the planning documents that comprise the Vail
Comprehensive Plan. The Administrator and/or the reviewing body may require the
submission of additional plans, drawings, specifications, samples and other materials if
deemed necessary to properly evaluate the proposal.
(C) Work sessions/conceptual review. If requested by either the applicant or the
Administrator, submittals may proceed to a work session with the Planning and
Environmental Commission, a conceptual review with the Design Review Board, or a
work session with the Town Council.
(D) Hearing. The public hearing before the Planning and Environmental Commission
shall be held in accordance with § 12-3-6 of this title. The Planning and Environmental
Commission may approve the application as submitted, approve the application with
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conditions or modifications, or deny the application. The decision of the Planning and
Environmental Commission may be appealed to the Town Council in accordance with §
12-3-3 of this title.
(E) Lapse of approval. Approval of an exterior alteration as prescribed by this article
shall lapse and become void two years following the date of approval by the Design
Review Board unless, prior to the expiration, a building permit is issued and
construction is commenced and diligently pursued to completion. Administrative
extensions shall be allowed for reasonable and unexpected delays as long as code
provisions affecting the proposal have not changed.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 2; Ord. 5(2003) § 12; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7I-8 COMPLIANCE BURDEN.
It shall be the burden of the applicant to prove by a preponderance of the evidence
before the Planning and Environmental Commission and the Design Review Board that
the proposed exterior alteration or new development is in compliance with the purposes
of the Lionshead Mixed Use 2 District, that the proposal is consistent with applicable
elements of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and that the proposal does not
otherwise have a significant negative effect on the character of the neighborhood, and
that the proposal substantially complies with other applicable elements of the Vail
Comprehensive Plan.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 2; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7I-9 LOT AREA AND SITE DIMENSIONS.
The minimum lot or site area shall be 10,000 square feet of buildable area.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 2)
§ 12-7I-10 SETBACKS.
The minimum building setbacks shall be ten feet unless otherwise specified in the
Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan as a build-to line.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 2; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7I-11 HEIGHT AND BULK.
Buildings shall have a maximum average building height of 71 feet with a maximum
height of 82.5 feet, as further defined by the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan. All
development shall comply with the design guidelines and standards found in the
Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan. Flexibility with the standard, as incorporated in
the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan, shall be afforded to redevelopment projects
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which meet the intent of design guidelines, as reviewed and approved by the Design
Review Board.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 2; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7I-12 DENSITY (DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE).
(A) Up to a 33% increase over the existing number of dwelling units on a property or
35 dwelling units per acre, whichever is greater shall be allowed. For the purpose of
calculating density, employee housing units, accommodation units, timeshare units and
fractional fee club units shall not be counted as dwelling units. Additionally, a “lodge
dwelling unit”, as defined herein, shall be counted as 25% of a dwelling unit for the
purpose of calculating density.
(B) A dwelling unit in a multiple-family building may include one attached
accommodation unit no larger than one-third of the total floor area of the dwelling.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 2; Ord. 31(2001) § 5)
§ 12-7I-13 GROSS RESIDENTIAL FLOOR AREA (GRFA).
(A) Up to 250 square feet of gross residential floor area shall be allowed for each
100 square feet of buildable site area, or an increase of 33% over the existing GRFA
found on the property, whichever is greater.
(B) Multiple-family dwelling units in this zone district shall not be entitled to additional
gross residential floor area under § 12-15-5, “Additional Gross Residential Floor Area
(250 Ordinance)”, of this title.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 2)
§ 12-7I-14 SITE COVERAGE.
Site coverage shall not exceed 70% of the total site area, unless otherwise specified
in the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 2; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7I-15 LANDSCAPING AND SITE DEVELOPMENT.
At least 20% of the total site area shall be landscaped, unless otherwise specified in
the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 2; Ord. 29(2005) § 24)
§ 12-7I-16 PARKING AND LOADING.
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Off-street parking and loading shall be provided in accordance with Chapter 10 of this
title. At least one-half the required parking shall be located within the main building or
buildings.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 2)
§ 12-7I-17 LOCATION OF BUSINESS ACTIVITY.
(A) Limitations; exception. All offices, businesses and services permitted in the LMU-
2 Zone District shall be operated and conducted entirely within a building, except for
permitted unenclosed parking or loading areas, the outdoor display of goods or outdoor
restaurant seating. For purposes of this section, CONDUCTED ENTIRELY WITHIN A
BUILDING means that all activities related to the permitted use, including contacting
potential customers and clients, must occur completely inside of a building, and not in
an open doorway of the building.
(B) Outdoor displays. The area to be used for an outdoor display shall be located
directly in front of the establishment displaying the goods and entirely upon the
establishment’s own property. Sidewalks, building entrances and exits, driveways and
streets shall not be obstructed by outdoor displays.
(Ord. 3(1999) § 2; Ord. 11(2019) § 8)
§ 12-7I-18 MITIGATION OF DEVELOPMENT IMPACTS.
Property owners/developers shall also be responsible for mitigating direct impacts of
their development on public infrastructure and in all cases mitigation shall bear a
reasonable relation to the development impacts. Impacts may be determined based on
reports prepared by qualified consultants. The extent of mitigation and public amenity
improvements shall be balanced with the goals of redevelopment and will be
determined by the Planning and Environmental Commission in review of development
projects and conditional use permits. Mitigation of impacts may include, but is not
limited to, the following: roadway improvements; pedestrian walkway improvements;
streetscape improvements; stream tract/bank improvements; public art improvements;
and similar improvements. The intent of this section is to only require mitigation for large
scale redevelopment/development projects which produce substantial off site impacts.
§ 12-7I-19 CONVERSION OF EXISTING EATING AND DRINKING
ESTABLISHMENTS.
(A) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to limit the conversion of
existing eating and drinking establishments in the Lionshead Mixed Use 2
(LMU-2) district to promote the goals of the Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan and Vail Village Master Plan by increasing vibrancy and
pedestrian activity in Lionshead and Vail Village.
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(B) Applicability. This Section shall apply to all existing eating and
drinking establishments in the LMU-2 district, whether permitted by right or
conditionally.
(C) Permit required. A conversion of any existing eating and drinking
establishment shall require a conversion permit in accordance with this
Section.
(D) Application. An application for a conversion permit shall be submitted
to the Director of Community Development (the Director) on forms provided
by the Town, along with the applicable application fee.
(E) Criteria and decision. The Director shall issue a conversion permit
upon a determination that one of the following criteria are met:
(1) The conversion will not result in a net loss of total eating and
drinking establishment interior square footage in the LMU-2 district,
as demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has established a new
eating and drinking establishment at a premises within the LMU-2
district with the same or greater interior square footage as the
premises proposed for conversion; or
(2) The conversion will occur at a premises with a prior eating and
drinking establishment, and the premises has been vacant for at least
eighteen (18) consecutive months despite diligent efforts to establish
a new eating and drinking establishment on the premises, as
demonstrated by evidence that the applicant has publicly and
reasonably advertised the premises, but no viable tenant exists.
(F) Appeals. If the Director denies an application for a conversion permit, the
Director shall send a written notice to the applicant. The applicant may appeal
the Director's decision pursuant to Section 12-3-3.A.
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From:George Ruther
To:Council Dist List
Cc:Matt Gennett; Jeff Selby; Charlie Selby
Subject:Ordinance Nos. 27 and 30, Series of 2025
Date:Monday, November 17, 2025 10:48:18 AM
Good Morning -
I am writing on behalf of my clients, Jeff and Charlie Selby, owners of commercial spaces C-1
through C-7 within the Red Lion Building, to express their support for the passage of Ordinance
Nos. 27 and 30, Series of 2025, on second reading.
These two ordinances, plus the recent passage of Resolution No. 52, ensure that no net loss of
existing eating and drinking establishment square footage will occur as a result of the pending
renovation of the commercial spaces within the Red Lion Building.
As you may be aware, the Red Lion Building renovation development application is on the
agenda of the PEC on December 8. We are eager to begin the renovation in the early spring of
2026 in full accordance with the Town's updated policies.
I appreciate your consideration.
George Ruther, AICP
Principal
Ruther Associates LLC
C (970) 376-2675
george@rutherassociates.com
P.O. Box 6516, Vail, CO 81658
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.5
Item Cover Page
DATE:November 18, 2025
TIME:5 min.
SUBMITTED BY:Stephanie Bibbens, Community Development
ITEM TYPE:Public Hearings
AGENDA SECTION:Public Hearings (6:20pm)
SUBJECT:Ordinance No. 29, Series of 2025, Second Reading, An Ordinance
Rezoning 16 Vail Road, Vail Village Filing 1, Lots M & O, also
known as Vail Village Inn Phase IV, from the Public
Accommodation (PA) Zone District to the Vail Village Inn (VV)
Zone District (7:05pm)
SUGGESTED ACTION:Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Ordinance No. 29,
Series of 2025 upon second reading.
PRESENTER(S):Heather Knight, Planner II
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
Ord #29 of 2025 Staff Memo - Second Reading.pdf
Attachment A. Ordinance No. 29, Series of 2025.pdf
Attachment B. Vail Village Filing 1 Block 5D Lots M-N-O - Sebastian - Vicinity Map.pdf
Attachment C. PEC25-0032 Staff Memo.pdf
Attachment D. PEC25-0032 Documents and Plans.pdf
Attachment E. 10-13-25 PEC Results.pdf
Sebastian Rezone Staff TC Presentation.pdf
Sebastian Rezone 11-4-25 TC Applicant Presentation.pdf
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TO: Town Council
FROM: Community Development Department
DATE: November 18, 2025
SUBJECT: Second reading of Ordinance No. 29, Series of 2025, an ordinance rezoning 16
Vail Road, Vail Village Filing 1, Lots M & O, also known as Vail Village Inn Phase
IV, from the Public Accommodation (PA) Zone District to the Vaill Village Inn (VVI)
Zone District.
Applicant: Ferruco Vail Ventures LLC, represented by Mauriello Planning Group
Planner: Heather Knight
I. SUMMARY
The applicant, Ferruco Vail Ventures LLC, is proposing a Zone District Boundary
amendment pursuant to 12-3-7 Amendment, Vail Town Code to rezone 16 Vail Road,
Vail Village Filing 1, Lots M & O, also known as Vail Village Inn Phase IV, from the Public
Accommodation (PA) Zone District to the Vaill Village Inn (VVI) Zone District.
On October 13, 2025, the Planning and Environmental Commission (PEC) voted 5-0 to
recommend approval of the proposed amendment (PEC25-0032). Please find the staff
memorandum to the PEC and the minutes from the October 13 , 2025 meeting attached
to this report.
The first reading of Ordinance No. 29, Series of 2025 was presented and read to Town
Council on November 4, 2025 and was approved (7-0).
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF THE TOWN COUNCIL
The Vail Town Council shall approve or deny Ordinance No. 29, Series of 2025 on the
second reading.
III. DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST
The application is for a Zone District Boundary amendment pursuant to 12-3-7
Amendment, Vail Town Code, to rezone 16 Vail Road, Vail Village Filing 1, Lots M & O,
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also known as Vail Village Inn Phase IV, from the Public Accommodation (PA) Zone
District to the Vaill Village Inn (VVI) Zone District.
The following items are included for review:
Attachment A. Ordinance No. 29, Series of 2025
Attachment B. Vicinity Map
Attachment C. PEC25-0032 Staff Memo
Attachment D. PEC25-0032 Documents & Plans
Attachment E. PEC Results 10-13-25
IV. BACKGROUND
The subject lot was developed under Special Development District No. 6, which was
adopted by Ordinance No. 7, Series of 1976. Since that date there have been nine
major amendments to the SDD and roughly a dozen minor amendments. The
underlying zoning of SDD No. 6 is Public Accommodation (PA).
The Vail Village Inn (VVI) project was originally envisioned as a pedestrian village
offshoot from Vail Village. The project developed pedestrian ways and plazas laid out in
a way that was modeled after European villages. There are five (5) phases of SDD No.6
and the subject property of this application, 16 Vail Road (the Sebastian Hotel), is
Phase IV.
Per the Town’s legal counsel, the result of a 2018 court case in 2022 invalidated SDD
No. 6 and the underlying Public Accommodation (PA) zone district became the primary
zoning for the site.
On August 5, 2025, the Town Council approved Ordinance No. 15 of 2025 creating a
new zone district, the Vail Village Inn (VVI) zone district. Following the recommendation
from the PEC, a concurrent rezoning application for Phases 1-3 of the Vail Village Inn
was also approved.
On October 13, 2025, the current application was presented to the PEC where the PEC
forwarded a unanimous recommendation of approval to the Town Council (5-0).
V. RECOMMENDED MOTION
Should the Vail Town Council choose to approve Ordinance No. 29, Series of 2025,
on second reading, the Planning and Environmental Commission recommends the
Council pass the following motion:
“The Vail Town Council approves, on second reading, Ordinance No. 29,
Series of 2025, an ordinance rezoning 16 Vail Road, Vail Village Filing 1,
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Lots M & O, also known as Vail Village Inn Phase IV, from the Public
Accommodation (PA) Zone District to the Vaill Village Inn (VVI) Zone
District.”
Should the Vail Town Council choose to approve Ordinance No. 29 Series of 2025, staff
recommends the Council make the following findings: “The Vail Town Council finds:”
1. That the amendment is consistent with the applicable elements of the adopted
goals, objectives and policies outlined in the Vail comprehensive plan and is
compatible with the development objectives of the town; and
2. That the amendment furthers the general and specific purposes of the zoning
regulations; and
3. That the amendment promotes the health, safety, morals, and general welfare
of the town and promotes the coordinated and harmonious development of
the town in a manner that conserves and enhances its natural environment
and its established character as a resort and residential community of the
highest quality.”
Vl. ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A. Ordinance No. 29, Series of 2025
Attachment B. Vicinity Map
Attachment C. PEC25-0032 Staff Memo
Attachment D. PEC25-0032 Documents & Plans
Attachment E. PEC Results 10-13-25
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ORDINANCE NO. 29
SERIES OF 2025
AN ORDINANCE REZONING VAIL VILLAGE INN PHASE IV FROM THE
PUBLIC ACCOMMODATION (PA) ZONE DISTRICT TO THE VAIL
VILLAGE INN (VVI) ZONE DISTRICT
WHEREAS, Ferruco Vail Ventures LLC (the "Applicant") owns the real property
more particularly described as Vail Village Filing 1, Lots M & O, Block 5D, Vail, Colorado,
and depicted in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference and
also known as Vail Village Inn Phase IV (the "Property");
WHEREAS, on September 15, 2025, the Applicant filed an application to rezone
the Property from Public Accommodation (PA) to Vail Village Inn (VVI) (the "Application");
WHEREAS, Section 12-3-7 of the Vail Town Code sets forth the procedures for
rezoning;
WHEREAS, on October 13, 2025, the Planning and Environmental Commission
(the "PEC") held a properly-noticed public hearing on the Application, and recommended
that the Town Council approve the Application; and
WHEREAS, on November 4, 2025, the Town Council held a properly-noticed
public hearing on the Application.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO THAT:
Section 1. The Town Council, upon reviewing the recommendation of the
Planning Commission, hearing the statements of Town staff, the Applicant and the public,
and giving due consideration to the matter, finds and determines as follows:
a. The rezoning is consistent with the applicable elements of the adopted
goals, objectives and policies outlined in the Vail Comprehensive Plan and is
compatible with the development objectives of the Town;
b. The rezoning is compatible with and suitable to adjacent uses and
appropriate for the surrounding areas; and
c. The rezoning promotes the health, safety, morals, and general welfare of
the Town and promote the coordinated and harmonious development of the Town
in a manner that conserves and enhances its natural environment and its
established character as a resort and residential community of the highest quality.
Section 2. Based on the foregoing findings, the Town Council hereby approves
the Application and rezones the Property to the Vail Village Inn (VVI) Zone District.
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Section 3. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this
ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not effect the validity of
the remaining portions of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would
have passed this ordinance, and each part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or
phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more parts, sections, subsections,
sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid.
Section 4. The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this
ordinance is necessary and proper for the health, safety and welfare of the Town and the
inhabitants thereof.
Section 5. The amendment of any provision of the Town Code as provided in
this ordinance shall not affect any right which has accrued, any duty imposed, any
violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution commenced, nor
any other action or proceeding as commenced under or by virtue of the provision
amended. The amendment of any provision hereby shall not revive any provision or any
ordinance previously repealed or superseded unless expressly stated herein.
Section 6. All bylaws, orders, resolutions and ordinances, or parts thereof,
inconsistent herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer
shall not be construed to revise any bylaw, order, resolution or ordinance, or part thereof,
theretofore repealed.
INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED
PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this 4th day of November, 2025, and
a public hearing for second reading of this Ordinance set for the 18th day of November,
2025, in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail, Colorado.
_____________________________
Travis Coggin, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Stephanie Kaufmann, Town Clerk
READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED
this 18th day of November, 2025.
_____________________________
Travis Coggin, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Stephanie Kauffman, Town Clerk
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This map was created by the Town of Vail GIS Team. Use of this map should be for general purposes only. The Town of Vail does not warrant the accuracy of the information contained herein.
(where shown, parcel line work is approximate)
Last Modified: October 6, 2025
Public Accommodation (PA)
Vail Village Inn
Commercial Core 1
Commercial Core 2 (CC2)
Commercial Service Center
High Density Multiple-Family (HDMF)
General Use (GU)
Outdoor Recreation (OR)
ProposedExisting
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TO: Planning and Environmental Commission
FROM: Community Development Department
DATE: October 13, 2025
SUBJECT: A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a zone district
boundary amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code,
to allow for the rezoning of 16 Vail Road, Vail Village Filing 1, Lots M & O, also
known as Vail Village Inn Phase IV, from the Public Accommodation (PA) Zone
District to the Vaill Village Inn (VVI) Zone District. (PEC25-0032)
Applicant: Ferruco Vail Ventures LLC, represented by Mauriello Planning Group
Planner: Heather Knight
I. SUMMARY
The applicant, Ferruco Vail Ventures LLC, is requesting a recommendation to the Vail Town
Council for a zone district boundary amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment,
Vail Town Code, to allow for the rezoning of 16 Vail Road, Vail Village Filing 1, Lots M & O,
also known as Vail Village Inn Phase IV, from the Public Accommodation (PA) Zone District
to the Vaill Village Inn (VVI) Zone District.
Based upon staff’s review of the criteria outlined in Section VIII of this memorandum and
the evidence and testimony presented, the Community Development Department
recommends the Planning and Environmental Commission forward a recommendation of
approval to the Vail Town Council.
II. DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST
The applicant, Ferruco Vail Ventures LLC, is requesting a recommendation to the Vail Town
Council for a zone district boundary amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment,
Vail Town Code, to allow for the rezoning of 16 Vail Road, Vail Village Filing 1, Lots M & O,
also known as Vail Village Inn Phase IV, from the Public Accommodation (PA) Zone District
to the Vaill Village Inn (VVI) Zone District.
The proposed zoning would replace the current Public Accommodation (PA) zoning. In the
past, this site developed through a combination of the existing PA zoning and Special
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Development District No. 6. As noted in the applicant’s narrative, Special Development
District No. 6 was invalidated through a court order in 2022, rendering the properties
developed under those standards as illegal non-conforming.
III. BACKGROUND
The subject lot was developed under Special Development District No. 6, which was
adopted by Ordinance No. 7, Series of 1976. Since that date there have been nine major
amendments to the SDD and roughly a dozen minor amendments. The underlying zoning
of SDD No. 6 is Public Accommodation (PA).
The Vail Village Inn (VVI) project was originally envisioned as a pedestrian village offshoot
from Vail Village. The project developed pedestrian ways and plazas laid out in a way that
that was modeled after European villages. There are five (5) phases of SDD No.6 and the
subject property of this application, the Sebastian Hotel, is Phase IV.
Per the Town’s legal counsel, the result of a 2018 court case in 2022 invalidated SDD No.
6 and the underlying Public Accommodation (PA) zone district became the primary zoning
for the site.
On August 5, 2025, the Town Council approved Ordinance No. 15 of 2025 creating a new
zone district, the Vail Village Inn (VVI) zone district. Following the recommendation from
the PEC, a concurrent rezoning application for Phases 1-3 of the Vail Village Inn was
approved.
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IV. ZONING ANALYSIS
Address: 16 Vail Road
Legal Description: Lot M & O, Vail Village Filing No. 1
Existing Zoning: Public Accommodation (PA) District
Proposed Zoning: Vail Village Inn (VVI) District
Existing Land Use Designation: Village Master Plan
Mapped Geological Hazards: None
SURROUNDING LAND USES AND ZONING
Existing Land Use Zoning District
North: Gateway Commercial Service Center
East: Village Inn Plaza (Phase 1-3) Vail Village Inn (VVI)
South: Village Inn Plaza (Phase V) /
Vail Village Plaza Condos Public Accommodation
West: 9 Vail Road/ Holiday House Public Accommodation
Standard Public
Accommodation
(PA) District
Proposed
Vail Village Inn (VII)
District
Existing Complies?
Setbacks
Front – 20’
Side – 20’
Rear – 20’
Front – 10’
Side – 10’
Rear – 10’
PEC / DRB may reduce
Varies, 0’ to 10’
Complies, per
prior relief
granted
Maximum Height
Flat or mansard roof
– 45’
Sloping roof – 48’
Flat or mansard roof –
45’ or height of the
existing structure
Sloping roof – 48’ or
height of the existing
structure
77.25’ and 99.75’
for tower
Complies, per
prior relief
granted
Density 25/acre of buildable
area No limit
2 DUs
49 FFU
100 AU
18 Type III EHUs
(38 beds)
Complies
GRFA
150SF of
GRFA/100SF of
buildable area
165% of lot area or
105,439.15 sf
104,615 sf
(per 2013 PEC
memo)
Complies
Site Coverage
maximum 65% of site area Greater of existing or
60% of the site area
64.7% or 41,400
sf per plat
Complies, per
existing
nonconformity
Commercial Floor
Area 15% of floor area Unlimited
9,456 sf total
4,789 sf F&B
4,667 sf spa
Complies
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Minimum
Landscaping 30% of the site area
30% of the site area,
unless approved by
PEC/DRB
Less than 30%,
per approved
plans
Complies, prior
relief granted
Parking
Per 12-10-10(B) and
75% of required
parking shall be
located within the
main building or
buildings or hidden
from view within a
landscaped berm.
Per 12-10-10(B) As exists Complies
Uses currently found on site:
Use Currently Permitted? Permitted in VVI?
Accommodation Units (Hotel) Yes, all levels Yes, all levels
Eating & Drinking
Establishments
Yes, but not occupying
more than 10% of GRFA
Yes, no limit on size and on
basement/garden and 1st floor
only
Fractional Fee Unit Conditional Use Yes, 2nd floor and above
Employee Housing Units Yes, all levels Yes, all levels except 1st floor
Retail Establishments Yes, but not occupying
more than 10% of GRFA;
CUP otherwise
Yes, basement/garden and 1st
floor
Conference facilities Yes, accessory use Yes, basement/garden and 1st
floor
Spa Facilities Yes, accessory use Yes, basement and garden levels
V. APPLICABLE PLANNING DOCUMENTS
Staff believes that following provisions of the Vail Town Code and Vail Land Use Plan are
relevant to the review of this proposal:
Title 12, Zoning Regulations, Vail Town Code
CHAPTER 12-1, TITLE, PURPOSE AND APPLICABILITY (in part)
Section 12-1-2: Purpose:
A. General: These regulations are enacted for the purpose of promoting the health, safety,
morals, and general welfare of the Town, and to promote the coordinated and harmonious
development of the Town in a manner that will conserve and enhance its natural
environment and its established character as a resort and residential community of high
quality.
B. Specific: These regulations are intended to achieve the following more specific purposes:
1. To provide for adequate light, air, sanitation, drainage, and public facilities.
2. To secure safety from fire, panic, flood, avalanche, accumulation of snow, and other
dangerous conditions.
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3. To promote safe and efficient pedestrian and vehicular traffic circulation and to lessen
congestion in the streets.
4. To promote adequate and appropriately located off-street parking and loading facilities.
5. To conserve and maintain established community qualities and economic values.
6. To encourage a harmonious, convenient, workable relationship among land uses,
consistent with Municipal development objectives.
7. To prevent excessive population densities and overcrowding of the land with structures.
8. To safeguard and enhance the appearance of the Town.
9. To conserve and protect wildlife, streams, woods, hillsides, and other desirable natural
features.
10. To assure adequate open space, recreation opportunities, and other amenities and
facilities conducive to desired living quarters.
11. To otherwise provide for the growth of an orderly and viable community.
Commercial Service Center (CSC) Zone District
Public Accommodation (PA) Zone District
Ordinance No. 15 of 2025, Vail Village Inn (VVI) Zone District (see attachment)
Title 12, Article 7A: Public Accommodation (PA) District
12-7A-2 PERMITTED USES.
The following uses shall be permitted in the PA District:
(A) Automated teller machines (ATMs) exterior to a building;
(B) Employee housing units, as further regulated by Chapter 13 of this title; and
(C) Lodges, including accessory eating, drinking or retail establishments located within
the principal use and not occupying more than 10% of the total gross residential floor area
of the main structure or structures on the site; additional accessory dining areas may be
located on an outdoor deck, porch or terrace.
12-7A-3 CONDITIONAL USES.
The following conditional uses shall be permitted in the PA District, subject to issuance
of a conditional use permit in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 16 of this title:
(A) Bed and breakfasts, as further regulated by § 12-14-18 of this title;
(B) Communications antennas and appurtenant equipment;
(C) Fractional fee club units, as further regulated by § 12-16-7(A)(8) of this title;
(D) Healthcare facilities;
(E) Lodges, including accessory eating, drinking, or retail establishments located within
the principal use and occupying between 10% and 15% of the total gross residential floor
area of the main structure or structures on the site;
(F) Major arcades;
(G) Private clubs and civic, cultural and fraternal organizations;
(H) Private parking structures;
(I) Private unstructured parking;
(J) Professional and business offices;
(K) Public and private schools;
(L) Public buildings, grounds and facilities;
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(M) Public parking structures;
(N) Public parks and recreational facilities;
(O) Public transportation terminals;
(P) Public unstructured parking;
(Q) Public utility and public service uses;
(R) Religious institutions;
(S) Ski lifts and tows; and
(T) Theaters and convention facilities.
12-7A-4 ACCESSORY USES.
The following accessory uses shall be permitted in the PA District:
(A) Home occupations, subject to issuance of a home occupation permit in accordance
with the provisions of 12-14-12 of this title;
(B) Meeting rooms;
(C) Minor arcades;
(D) Swimming pools, tennis courts, patios or other recreation facilities customarily
incidental to permitted lodge uses; and
(E) Other uses customarily incidental and accessory to permitted or conditional uses,
and necessary for the operation thereof.
12-2-2 DEFINITIONS
LODGE.
(1) A building or group of associated buildings designed for occupancy primarily as
the temporary lodging place of individuals or families either in accommodation units or
dwelling units, in which the gross residential floor area devoted to accommodation units or
fractional fee club units, is equal to or greater than 70% of the total gross residential floor
area on the site, and in which all such units are operated under a single management
providing the occupants thereof customary hotel services and facilities.
(2) Notwithstanding the above for properties containing gross residential floor area
equal to or less than 80 square feet of gross residential floor area for each 100 square feet
of buildable site area, such properties shall be defined as LODGES, provided that gross
residential floor area devoted to accommodation units or fractional fee club units exceeds
the gross residential floor area devoted to dwelling units.
13-7-7 CONDOMINIUM CONVERSION OF LODGE OR ACCOMMODATION UNITS; NO
NEW CONVERSIONS ALLOWED; EXCEPTION.
There shall not be permitted any conversion of a lodge or accommodation unit within the
town to a condominium, except as provided for the provision of employee housing units.
Employee housing units created pursuant to this chapter are subject to the definitions,
requirements and provisions of Title 12, Chapters 13 and 16 of this code, as amended.
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Vail Land Use Plan
3.2 The Village and Lionshead areas are the best location for hotels to serve the future
needs of destination skiers
3.3 Hotels are important to the continued success of the Town of Vail, therefore conversion
to condominiums should be discouraged.
3.4 Commercial growth should be concentrated in existing commercial areas to
accommodate both local and visitor needs.
Vail Village Master Plan
Mixed Use Sub-Area 1
The Mixed-Use sub-area is a prominent activity center for Vail Village. It is distinguished
from the Village core by the larger scale buildings and by the limited auto traffic along East
Meadow Drive. Comprised of five major development projects, this sub-area is
characterized by a mixture of residential/lodging and commercial activity.
There is a great deal of potential for improvements to both public and private facilities in
the area. Among these is the opportunity to develop gateway entries to the Village at the
4-way stop and at the intersection of Vail Road and Meadow Drive. It is also a long term
goal to strengthen the connection between this area and the Village core area by reinforcing
the established pedestrian linkages. Pedestrianization in this area may; benefit from the
development of retail infill with associated pedestrian improvements along East Meadow
Drive and the development of public access to Gore Creek.
A significant increase in the Village's overnight bed base will occur in this sub-area with the
development of the final, phase of the Vail village Inn project. In addition, commercial and
residential/lodging development potential is identified in sub-area concepts 3, 4, 6 and 8.
The completion of these projects will essentially leave the sub-area "built out".
Subsection # 1-1 Vail Village Inn Final phase of Vail Village Inn project to be completed as
established by development plan for SDD #6. Commercial development at ground, level to
frame interior plaza with greenspace. Mass of buildings shall "step up" from existing
pedestrian scale along Meadow Drive to 4-5 stories along the Frontage Road. Design must
be sensitive to maintaining view corridor from 4-way stop to Vail Mountain. Special
emphasis on 1.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.6, 3.2, 4.1, 5.1, 6.1.
Objective 1.2: Encourage the upgrading and redevelopment of residential and commercial
facilities.
Objective 2.3: Increase the number of residential units available for short term overnight
accommodations.
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Objective 2.4: Encourage the development of a variety of new commercial activity where
compatible with existing land uses.
Objective 2.6: Encourage the development of employee housing units in Vail Village
through the efforts of the private sector.
Objective 3.2: Minimize the amount of vehicular traffic in the Village to the greatest extent
possible.
Objective 4.1: Improve existing open space areas and create new plazas with greenspace
and pocket parks. Recognize the different roles of each type of open space in forming the
overall fabric of the Village.
Objective 5.1: Meet parking demands with public and private parking facilities.
Objective 6.1: Provide service and delivery facilities for existing and new development.
VI. CRITERIA FOR REVIEW
Zone District Boundary Amendment
1. The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent with all the
applicable elements of the adopted goals, objectives and policies outlined in the Vail
comprehensive plan and is compatible with the development objectives of the town.
The proposed zone district boundary amendment provides a path forward for the site to
develop in alignment with the specific goal of zoning regulations to “provide for the growth
of an orderly and viable community”. The comprehensive plan also looks to increase the
commercial development in the area. With the site unable to develop under the current
zoning, the proposed zoning would bring the building into conformance with the zoning
regulations to allow for additional commercial development. Under the current Public
Accommodation zone district, lodges, including accessory eating, drinking or retail
establishments located within the principal use and not occupying more than 10% of the
total gross residential floor area of the main structure or structures on the site are a
permitted use; additional accessory dining areas may be located on an outdoor deck, porch
or terrace. This limits the amount of these uses at the ground floor and is not aligned with
the current goals of the Town in providing vibrancy at the pedestrian level. Although
additional dwelling units would be permitted, and while not specifically for short term rental,
there is the ability that through a short-term rental license these units could also further this
goal. Per 13-7-7, there shall not be permitted any conversion of a lodge or accommodation
unit within the town to a condominium, except as provided for the provision of employee
housing units, thereby preserving the existing live bed base as proposed by the Village
Master Plan.
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The Vail Village Master Plan Mixed-Use Sub-Area (#1) is defined as a prominent activity
center for Vail Village. It is distinguished from the Village core by the larger scale buildings
and by limited auto traffic along East Meadow Drive.
Staff finds this criterion to be met.
2. The extent to which the zone district amendment is suitable with the existing and
potential land uses on the site and existing and potential surrounding land uses as
set out in the town's adopted planning documents.
The Vail Village Inn zone district was designed for the particular sites being considered for
the zone district boundary amendment. The standards put in place are catered to the
current development while allowing additional flexibility for development into the future. The
proposed uses within this new district fit the current buildings better than the existing zone
district’s uses. The VVI district allows for more commercial development, which is an
express goal in multiple planning documents including the Vail Village Master Plan and the
Land Use plan. Land Use plan goal 3.4 states:
“3.4 Commercial growth should be concentrated in existing commercial areas to
accommodate both local and visitor needs.”
The permitted and conditional uses were selected to fit the current site as well as fit the
character of the area. East Meadow drive has a variety of commercial uses on the ground
floor with hotels and residences on the levels above, which would also be permitted under
the VVI zoning. Phases 1-3 of the Vail Village Inn Plaza located just east of the subject site
were also recently rezoned to the new VVI zone district.
Staff finds this criterion to be met.
3. The extent to which the zone district amendment presents a harmonious,
convenient, w orkable relationship among land uses consistent with municipal
development objectives.
The VVI zone district was designed with the goal to preserve the harmonious relationship
between the subject sites and the surrounding area while allowing for potential future
growth that would further development objectives. The uses in the VVI zone district are
more varied from the PA district’s permitted uses and allow for more commercial
development along the East Meadow corridor. Currently, under the PA zone district, the
Conditional Use section allows accessory eating, drinking, or retail establishments to have
floor area up to 15% of the GRFA located onsite, thus placing an excessive restraint on
the floor area of these desirable uses.
The VVI zone district allows for the addition of accommodation units and fractional fee
units, but does not limit the development to the definition of Lodge, which allows for more
flexibility in any future proposals.
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Staff finds this criterion to be met.
4. The extent to which the zone district amendment provides for the growth of an
orderly viable community and does not constitute spot zoning as the amendment
serves the best interests of the community as a whole.
This zoning amendment does not result in the granting of privilege is consistent with the
Vail Comprehensive Plan, two tests for determining spot zoning. The land use for this parcel
is Vail Village Master Plan, which is also part of the comprehensive plan. As noted earlier
in this staff report there are several specific goals from the Vail Village Master Plan that are
applicable to this area. The goals aim to increase the employee housing in the area, add to
the commercial square footage, keep live beds, decrease vehicular traffic, and provide
adequate parking facilities through public and private parking. The proposed zone district
for this site would allow for the development of more commercial square footage to further
those goals.
The standards for the district are also similar to the existing Public Accommodation zone
district with the change in uses being the primary difference. With those standards the
development should continue to grow in a similar fashion to the properties to east and south
of the proposed site.
Staff finds this criterion to be met.
5. The extent to which the zone district amendment results in adverse or beneficial
impacts on the natural environment, including, but not limited to, water quality, air
quality, noise, vegetation, riparian corridors, hillsides and other desirable natural
features.
The site of the proposed zone district boundary amendment is within a fully developed area
with little natural environment. The height, site coverage, and landscaping requirements
are similar to what is currently required on the site and should not produce a development
product that is detrimental to the items listed in this criteria. Future development on the
parcel will be required to adhere to all applicable environmental standards during
development review, construction, and operation.
Staff finds this criterion to be met.
6. The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent with the purpose
statement of the proposed zone district.
The purpose statement for the proposed zone district is noted below:
“The Vail Village Inn District is intended to provide sites for general shopping and
commercial facilities serving the town, together with multiple-family dwelling and lodge
and accommodation uses as may be appropriate. The District is intended to ensure
adequate light, air, open space and other amenities appropriate to permitted types of
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buildings and uses, and to maintain a convenient pedestrian environment for permitted
commercial uses.”
The site is appropriate for the VVI zone district, as noted in the purpose statement listed
above.
Staff finds this criterion to be met.
7. The extent to which the zone district amendment demonstrates how conditions
have changed since the zoning designation of the subject property was adopted and
is no longer appropriate.
As noted earlier in the report this site was originally developed under SDD No. 6, with an
underlying zoning of Public Accommodation. The development is in compliance with the
lodge definition as one of the phases of the SDD was a hotel that provided enough GRFA
to allow multi-family residential dwellings in the other phases, as well as the commercial
that is seen today. When the SDD was nullified, that overarching approval and zoning went
away meaning that each individual development lot then had to meet zoning standards on
their own development lot.
Adopting the new VVI zone district would allow for more commercial space on the ground
level which is a goal that helps activate this area of the Village.
Staff finds this criterion to be met.
8. Such other factors and criteria as the commission and/or council deem applicable
to the proposed rezoning.
VII. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Based upon the review of the criteria outlined in Section Vl of this memorandum and the
evidence and testimony presented, the Community Development Department recommends
the Planning and Environmental Commission forwards a recommendation of approval to
the Vail Town Council for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a zone district
boundary amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to allow
for the rezoning of 16 Vail Road, Vail Village Filing 1, Lots M & O, also known as Vail Village
Inn Phase IV, from the Public Accommodation (PA) Zone District to the Vaill Village Inn
(VVI) Zone District.
Should the Planning and Environmental Commission choose to recommend approval of
this request, the Community Development Department recommends the Commission pass
the following motion
“The Planning and Environmental Commission recommends approval to the Vail Town
Council for a for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a zone district boundary
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amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to allow for the
rezoning of 16 Vail Road, Vail Village Filing 1, Lots M & O, also known as Vail Village Inn
Phase IV, from the Public Accommodation (PA) Zone District to the Vaill Village Inn (VVI)
Zone District”.
Should the Planning and Environmental Commission choose to recommend approval, of
this request, the Community Development Department recommends the Commission make
the following findings:
1. That the amendment is consistent with the adopted goals, objectives and policies
outlined in the Vail Comprehensive Plan and compatible with the development
objectives of the town;
2. That the amendment is compatible with and suitable to adjacent uses and
appropriate for the surrounding areas; and
3. That the amendment promotes the health, safety, morals and general welfare of
the town and promotes the coordinated and harmonious development of the town
in a manner that conserves and enhances its natural environment and its
established character as a resort and residential community of the highest quality.
4. That the amendment is consistent with the applicable elements of the adopted
goals, objectives and policies outlined in the Vail Comprehensive Plan and is
compatible with the development objectives of the town;
5. That the amendment furthers the general and specific purposes of the zoning
regulations; and
6. That the amendment promotes the health, safety, morals and general welfare of
the town and promotes the coordinated and harmonious development of the town
in a manner that conserves and enhances its natural environment and its
established character as a resort and residential community of the highest quality.
X. ATTACHMENTS
A. Vicinity Map
B. Applicant narrative, dated Sept 25, 2025
C. Title Report & Plan Set
D. Ordinance No.15 Series of 2025
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Vail Village Inn Phase IV - TheSebas1an Hotel:
Rezoning
Submi&ed to the Town of Vail:
September 15, 2025
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Introduc8on
On August 5, 2025 the Town Council approved Ordinance No. 15, 2025 crea1ng a new zone
district: Vail Village Inn (VVI) Zone District. That same evening the Phases 1-3 of the Village Inn
Plaza were rezoned to this newly created zone district. The Sebas1an Hotel, which is Phase IV
of the same neighborhood has applied to also be included in this new zone district.
When crea1ng the new zone district, the applicant and the Town staff kept in mind that the new
zone district would likely also be applied to other phases of the Village Inn project. The changes
to the development standards of the new VVI zone district allow the zoning to be easily applied
to the Sebas1an Hotel property.
The Town’s legal counsel’s opinion is that the courts have rendered Vail Village Inn SDD invalid.
This rezoning will eliminate any ambiguity with respect to the status of the zoning on the
property. One of the longer term goals of the Town has been to eliminate the need for SDDs.
This applica1on would help promote that goal. Lionshead Mixed Use zone districts were the
first great stride towards implemen1ng this goal within the Town.
The map below shows the general loca1on of Phase IV of the Vail Village Inn.
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Phase 4 Sebas8an
Phase 5
Phase 1-2
Phase 3
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Background
Special Development District #6 was established by
the Town of Vail by Ordinance No. 7, Series of
1976. The underlying zoning was Public
Accommoda1on (PA).
The Vail Village Inn (VVI) project was originally
envisioned as a pedestrian village offshoot from
Vail Village. The project developed pedestrian
ways and plazas laid out in a way that that did not
following ridged zoning requirements found in
suburban areas or more contemporary urban areas
in the United States. VVI was laid out and
developed on a more European village model
where the focus is on urban design. VVI in some
aspects was a more successful pedestrian model
than Vail Village with the parking located below
grade, but lacking perhaps the loca1onal value of
Vail Village proper.
SDD #6 includes 5 phases as shown on the graphic
above and list here:
Phases 1 and 2: Vail Village Plaza Condominiums
Phase 3: Village Inn Plaza Condominiums
Phase 4: The Sebas1an Hotel
Phase 5: Phase V Condominium Associa1on
The Sebas1an Hotel was allowed by an amendment to the Village Inn PUD in 2001 and 2004.
Several amendments to the SDD were approved over the years the latest of which occurred in
2013 for the expansion of a dwelling unit on the property.
PA List of Permi&ed Uses:
The PA zone district’s list of permibed uses states the following:
The following uses shall be permi3ed in the PA District:
(A) Automated teller machines (ATMs) exterior to a building;
(B) Employee housing units, as further regulated by Chapter 13 of this Gtle; and
(C) Lodges, including accessory eaGng, drinking or retail establishments located within
the principal use and not occupying more than 10% of the total gross residenGal floor
area of the main structure or structures on the site; addiGonal accessory dining areas
may be located on an outdoor deck, porch or terrace.
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The Condi1onal Use sec1on of the PA zone district allow accessory ea1ng, drinking, or retail
establishments to have floor area up to 15% of the GRFA located onsite, thus placing an
excessive restraint on the floor area of these desirable uses.
The Sebas1an Hotel as constructed today exceeds or deficient with many of the PA
development standards including commercial floor area, site coverage, landscape area, and
building height which the SDD allowed for. The Vail Village Inn zone district allows The
Sebas1an Hotel to be a conforming use based on improved development standards and
nonconforming standards specifically tailored to this zone district.
Current Property Condi8ons & Zoning Analysis
Village Inn Plaza Phase IV: The Sebas1an Hotel
Standard Exis8ng VVI District Compliance
Total Lot Area 63,902.52 sq. g.No Change yes
Minimum Lot
Area
n/a 10,000 sq. g.yes
Setbacks Varies from 0 g. to 10 g.10’ except as DRB or PEC may
reduce
yes, per prior relief given
Height 77.25 g
99.75 g (tower)
As exis1ng or 45 g. flat/48 g.
sloping (nonconforming allowed
to con1nue)
yes
Density -
Dwellings
2 DUs
49 FFU
100 AU
18 Type III EHUs (38
beds)
No restric1on on number of
dwelling units, employee
housing units, frac1onal fee
units, or accommoda1on units
yes
GRFA 104,615 sq. g.
Per 2013 PEC memo
165% of lot area or 105,439.15
sq. g.
yes
Commercial
Floor Area
9,456 sq. g. total
4,789 sq. g. F&B
4,667 sq. g. spa
Unlimited yes
Conference and
Mee8ng Rooms
12,534 sq. g.Unlimited yes
Site Coverage 64.7% or 41,400 sq. g.
per plat
60% of lot area (nonconforming
allowed to con1nue) below
grade excepted
yes, per nonconformity
Landscaping < 30%
Per the approved plans
30% unless less landscape area
approved by PEC or DRB
yes, per prior relief given
Parking as exists Per code however, added to
parking pay in lieu
yes
Standard
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The Sebas8an Hotel contains the following uses:
Accommoda1on Units (Hotel) - Permibed Use - (All levels)
Ea1ng and Drinking Establishments - Permi bed Use - (Street level); CUP - (Second floor)
Frac1onal Fee Units - Permibed Use- (Second floor and above)
Employee Housing Units - Permibed Use- (Second Floor and above)
Mul1ple Family Residen1al Dwelling Units - Permibed Use- (Second floor and above)
Retail Establishments - Permibed Use - (First Floor)
Conference facili1es and mee1ng rooms - Permi bed Use- (Basement, First Floor)
Spa facili1es - Permibed Use- (Basement and garden level)
Accessory uses including ski valet, breakfast area, fitness, pool, parking, lodging uses
The rezoning will allow all of the exis1ng uses within the building. Any exis1ng use on the
property that requires a condi1onal use shall be allowed to con1nue but any future expansion
of such a use will require approval of a condi1onal use permit.
Loading as exists No reduc1on in loading facili1es yes
Exis8ng VVI District ComplianceStandard
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Criteria for Review for Zoning Boundary Amendment
Sec1on 12-3-7 Amendment provides the Criteria for review a zoning boundary amendment.
The criteria area addressed below:
(C) Criteria and findings.
(1) Zone district boundary amendment.
(a) Factors, enumerated. Before acGng on an applicaGon for a zone district boundary
amendment, the Planning and Environmental Commission and Town Council shall consider the
following factors with respect to the requested zone district boundary amendment:
1.The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent with all the applicable
elements of the adopted goals, objec8ves and policies outlined in the Vail Comprehensive
Plan and is compa8ble with the development objec8ves of the town;
Applicant Response: The proposed rezoning is consistent with the goals of the Town and the
Vail Comprehensive Plan. The zone district applied to this property reflects and current
poten1al future uses of the property. This new zone district allows the Village Inn
proper1es to con1nue to be a vital mixed use area of the Town and allows for more efficient
upgrades and renova1ons over 1me. The following goals, policies, and direc1on from the
Town Comprehensive Planning documents support the proposal:
Policy 1.1.1: Development and improvement projects approved in the Village shall be
consistent with the goals, objec1ves, policies and design considera1ons as outlined in the
Vail Village Master Plan and Urban Design Guide Plan. [Vail Village Master Plan]
Objec1ve 1.2: Encourage the upgrading and redevelopment of residen1al and commercial
facili1es. [Vail Village Master Plan]
Policy 1.4.2: The Town may grant flexibility in the interpreta1on and implementa1on of its
regula1ons and design guidelines to help protect and maintain the exis1ng character of Vail
Village. [Vail Village Master Plan]
Policy 3.1.1: Private development projects shall incorporate streetscape improvements (such
as paver treatments, landscaping, ligh1ng and sea1ng areas), along adjacent pedestrian
ways. [Vail Village Master Plan]
Objec1ve 4.1: Improve exis1ng open space areas and create new plazas with greenspace
and pocket parks. Recognize the different roles of each type of open space in forming the
overall fabric of the Village. [Vail Village Master Plan]
Policy 4.1.2: The development of new public plazas, and improvements to exis1ng plazas
(public art, landmarks, historic features, streetscape features, sea1ng areas, etc.) shall be
strongly encouraged to reinforce their roles as abrac1ve people places. [Vail Village Master
Plan]
Vail Village Sub-Areas statements pasted below:
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2.The extent to which the zone district amendment is suitable with the exis8ng and
poten8al land uses on the site and exis8ng and poten8al surrounding land uses as set out
in the town’s adopted planning documents;
Applicant Response: The proposed rezoning is suitable with exis1ng and poten1al land uses
onsite and on surrounding lands. The zoning reflects the current and poten1al future uses
of the property. The applica1on of the VVI district will provide the same sort of controls
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afforded to the adjacent Vail Village Inn proper1es while recognizing the unique
characteris1cs of the Sebas1an Hotel as a major piece of this land use puzzle. This zoning
allows equal treatment of similarly situated proper1es.
3.The extent to which the zone district amendment presents a harmonious, convenient,
workable rela8onship among land uses consistent with municipal development
objec8ves;
Applicant Response: The proposed rezoning is suitable with exis1ng and poten1al land uses
onsite and on surrounding lands. The zoning reflects the current and poten1al future uses
of the property and is consistent with municipal development objec1ves.
4.The extent to which the zone district amendment provides for the growth of an orderly
viable community and does not cons8tute spot zoning as the amendment serves the best
interests of the community as a whole;
Applicant Response: The Town recently applied this zone district to the adjacent property
and is intended for this neighborhood. The intent of the zone district is to allow for an
orderly and viable community and by applying this district to this property will help to
achieve this criterion. The proposed rezoning is consistent with the Town’s development
goals and comprehensive planning, reflects the current uses on the property, allows for the
development of an orderly viable community, and does not cons1tute spot zoning.
5.The extent to which the zone district amendment results in adverse or beneficial impacts
on the natural environment, including, but not limited to, water quality, air quality, noise,
vegeta8on, riparian corridors, hillsides and other desirable natural features;
Applicant Response: The proposed rezoning has lible impact on these issues based on the
loca1on within the Town of Vail and the fact that the use and improvements are not
proposed to be changed. Without a development proposal, there are no impacts and the
new zone district reflects the exis1ng uses and improvements.
6.The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent with the purpose
statement of the proposed zone district;
Applicant Response: This is a circular statement as the proposed zone district is consistent
with its own purpose statement.
7.The extent to which the zone district amendment demonstrates how condi8ons have
changed since the zoning designa8on of the subject property was adopted and is no
longer appropriate;
Applicant Response: The current uses are no longer consistent with standards of the PA
zone district. The proposed district was developed to more closely align with the exis1ng
uses on the Village Inn proper1es as a whole. Any major change to uses on the property
requires a Major Exterior Altera1on applica1on which requires PEC review and approval and
poten1al call-up by the Town Council. Based on the recent ac1ons by the Courts with
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SDD#6 and the Town’s posi1on on its affect to the zoning on the property, the exis1ng
zoning on the property is no longer appropriate.
8.Such other factors and criteria as the Commission and/or Council deem applicable to the
proposed rezoning.
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CLUB WEEKS ALL, CLUB UNIT ALL, CLUB UNIT DESIGNATION ALL, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM
DECLARATION FOR VAIL PLAZA HOTEL RESORT CLUB, RECORDED DECEMBER 5, 2007, AT RECEPTION
NO. 200731904 AND THE CONDOMINIUM MAP RECORDED DECEMBER 5, 2007, AT RECEPTION NO.
200731905 AND THE CORRECTED CONDOMINIUM PLAT RESIDENCES AT THE SEBASTIAN RECORDED
OCTOBER 13, 2011 AT RECEPTION NO. 201119044 AND AMENDMENT RECORDED NOVEMBER 21, 2012
AT RECEPTION NO. 201223402, IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER, EAGLE COUNTY,
COLORADO.
RESIDENCE MEMBERSHIP ALL;
DESCRIBED AS A CLUB ESTATE, CONSISTING OF CLUB WEEK(S) ALL, INCLUSIVE, IN CLUB UNIT ALL,
ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR VAIL PLAZA HOTEL RESORT CLUB
RECORDED DECEMBER 5, 2007 AT RECEPTION NO. 200731904 AND FIRST AMENDMENT TO
DECLARATION RECORDED AUGUST 24, 2010 AT RECEPTION NO. 201016570 AND SECOND
AMENDMENT RECORDED SEPTEMBER 3, 2010, AT RECEPTION NO. 201017447 AND THIRD
AMENDMENT RECORDED NOVEMBER 15, 2011 AT RECEPTION NO. 201121302 AND THE CONDOMINIUM
MAP RECORDED DECEMBER 5, 2007, AT RECEPTION NO. 200731905 AND THE CORRECTED
CONDOMINIUM PLAT RESIDENCES AT THE SEBASTIAN RECORDED OCTOBER 13, 2011 AT RECEPTION
NO. 201119044 AND AMENDMENT RECORDED NOVEMBER 21, 2012 AT RECEPTION NO. 201223402,
TOGETHER WITH THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHTS TO POSSESSION AND OCCUPANCY OF A RESIDENCE
DESIGNATED FOR THE RESIDENCES AT THE SEBASTIAN DURING THE USE PERIODS RESERVED
PURSUANT TO USE PLAN SET FORTH IN THE DECLARATION.
RESORT MEMBERSHIP ALL, AN UNDIVIDED 50% INTEREST AS TENANTS IN COMMON IN RESIDENCE
MEMBERSHIP ALL;
ALSO DESCRIBED AS AN UNDIVIDED 50% INTEREST AS AS TENANTS IN COMMON IN THE CLUB
ESTATE, CONSISTING OF CLUB WEEK(S) ALL, IN CLUB UNIT ALL, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM
DECLARATION FOR VAIL PLAZA HOTEL RESORT CLUB RECORDED DECEMBER 5, 2007 AT RECEPTION
NO. 200731904 AND FIRST AMENDMENT TO DECLARATION RECORDED AUGUST 24, 2010 AT
RECEPTION NO. 201016570 AND SECOND AMENDMENT RECORDED SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 UNDER
RECEPTION NO. 201017447 AND THIRD AMENDMENT RECORDED NOVEMBER 15, 2011 UNDER
RECEPTION NO. 201121302 (AS FURTHER AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME, THE "DECLARATION") AND
THE CONDOMINIUM MAP RECORDED DECEMBER 5, 2007, AT RECEPTION NO. 200731905 AND THE
CORRECTED CONDOMINIUM PLAT RESIDENCES AT THE SEBASTIAN RECORDED OCTOBER 13, 2011
UNDER RECEPTION NO. 201119044 AND AMENDMENT RECORDED NOVEMBER 21, 2012 AT RECEPTION
NO. 201223402 (AS SUPPLEMENTED FROM TIME TO TIME, THE "MAP"), TOGETHER WITH THE
EXCLUSIVE RIGHTS TO POSSESSION AND OCCUPANCY OF A RESIDENCE DESIGNATED FOR THE
RESIDENCES AT THE SEBASTIAN DURING THE USE PERIODS RESERVED PURSUANT TO USE PLAN
SET FORTH IN THE DECLARATION.
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This proposed Insured must notify the Company in writing of the name of any party not referred to in this
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Pay the premiums, fees, and charges for the Policy to the Company.
Documents satisfactory to the Company that convey the Title or create the Mortgage to be insured, or both,
must be properly authorized, executed, delivered, and recorded in the Public Records.
THIS COMMITMENT IS FOR INFORMATION ONLY, AND NO POLICY WILL BE ISSUED PURSUANT HERETO.
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document referred to in this commitment to the extent that the specific covenant, conditions, restriction,
or limitation violates state or federal law based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, handicap, familial status, or national origin.
1.Any facts, rights, interests, or claims thereof, not shown by the Public Records but that could be
ascertained by an inspection of the Land or that may be asserted by persons in possession of the Land.
2.Easements, liens or encumbrances, or claims thereof, not shown by the Public Records.
3.Any encroachment, encumbrance, violation, variation, or adverse circumstance affecting the Title that
would be disclosed by an accurate and complete land survey of the Land and not shown by the Public
Records.
4.Any lien, or right to a lien, for services, labor or material heretofore or hereafter furnished, imposed by
law and not shown by the Public Records.
5.Defects, liens, encumbrances, adverse claims or other matters, if any, created, first appearing in the
public records or attaching subsequent to the effective date hereof but prior to the date of the proposed
insured acquires of record for value the estate or interest or mortgage thereon covered by this
Commitment.
6.(a) Taxes or assessments that are not shown as existing liens by the records of any taxing authority that
levies taxes or assessments on real property or by the Public Records; (b) proceedings by a public
agency that may result in taxes or assessments, or notices of such proceedings, whether or not shown
by the records of such agency or by the Public Records.
7.(a) Unpatented mining claims; (b) reservations or exceptions in patents or in Acts authorizing the
issuance thereof; (c) water rights, claims or title to water.
8.RIGHT OF PROPRIETOR OF A VEIN OR LODE TO EXTRACT AND REMOVE HIS ORE THEREFROM
SHOULD THE SAME BE FOUND TO PENETRATE OR INTERSECT THE PREMISES AS RESERVED IN
UNITED STATES PATENT RECORDED JULY 12, 1899, IN BOOK 48 AT PAGE 475.
9.RIGHT OF WAY FOR DITCHES OR CANALS CONSTRUCTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE UNITED
STATES AS RESERVED IN UNITED STATES PATENT RECORDED JULY 12, 1899, IN BOOK 48 AT PAGE
475.
10.RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS WHICH DO NOT CONTAIN A FORFEITURE OR REVERTER CLAUSE, BUT
OMITTING ANY COVENANTS OR RESTRICTIONS, IF ANY, BASED UPON RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX,
SEXUAL ORIENTATION, FAMILIAL STATUS, MARITAL STATUS, DISABILITY, HANDICAP, NATIONAL
ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, OR SOURCE OF INCOME, AS SET FORTH IN APPLICABLE STATE OR FEDERAL
LAWS, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT THAT SAID COVENANT OR RESTRICTION IS PERMITTED BY
APPLICABLE LAW, AS CONTAINED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED AUGUST 10, 1962, IN BOOK 174 AT
PAGE 179.
11.RECIPROCAL EASEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN VAIL VILLAGE INN, A COLORADO CORPORATION,
JAMM LTD., A COLORADO LIMITED PARTNERSHIP AND VAIL VILLAGE INN ASSOCIATES, A COLORADO
GENERAL PARTNERSHIP RECORDED JANUARY 3, 1983 IN BOOK 351 AT PAGE 324.
12.TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF AGREEMENT RECORDED SEPTEMBER 09, 1983 IN BOOK
367 AT PAGE 833.
13.TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF DECLARATION OF EASEMENTS AND RIGHTS RECORDED
FEBRUARY 04, 1988 IN BOOK 478 AT PAGE 377 AND AMENDMENT TO DECLARATION OF EASEMENTS
AND RIGHTS RECORDED DECEMBER 5, 2007 AT RECEPTION NO. 200731909.
ALTA COMMITMENT
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Schedule B, Part II
(Exceptions)
Order Number: V50075427
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14.TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF DECLARATION CONCERNING PARKING WITHIN SPECIAL
DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 6 RECORDED JULY 10, 1984 IN BOOK 388 AT PAGE 856.
15.EASEMENTS, CONDITIONS, COVENANTS, RESTRICTIONS, RESERVATIONS AND NOTES ON THE
RECORDED PLAT OF VAIL VILLAGE FIRST FILING RECORDED AUGUST 6, 1962 IN BOOK V AT PAGE 26.
16.UTILITY EASEMENT AS GRANTED TO HOLY CROSS ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION, INC. IN INSTRUMENT
RECORDED JANUARY 21, 1983 IN BOOK 352 AT PAGE 396.
17.TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF ENCROACHMENT AND VIEW AGREEMENT RECORDED
DECEMBER 22, 1989 IN BOOK 520 AT PAGE 167.
18.TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF DEED OF EASEMENT RECORDED MAY 18, 1994 IN BOOK
640 AT PAGE 621.
19.TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF TRENCH, CONDUIT, AND VAULT AGREEMENT RECORDED
AUGUST 03, 2005 AT RECEPTION NO. 924954.
20.TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF HOLY CROSS ENERGY UNDERGROUND RIGHT-OF-WAY
EASEMENT RECORDED AUGUST 03, 2005 AT RECEPTION NO. 924955.
21.TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF TRANSFORMER ACCESS AGREEMENT RECORDED
FEBRUARY 23, 2007 AT RECEPTION NO. 200704778.
22.TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT RECORDED APRIL 27, 2007
AT RECEPTION NO. 200710768.
23.TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT FOR UTILITIES EASEMENT
AT VAIL PLAZA RECORDED APRIL 27, 2007 AT RECEPTION NO. 200710770.
24.TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF GRANT OF EASEMENT RECORDED MARCH 31, 2008 AT
RECEPTION NO. 200806944.
25.EASEMENTS, CONDITIONS, COVENANTS, RESTRICTIONS, RESERVATIONS AND NOTES ON THE
CONDOMINIUM PLAT OF VAIL PLAZA HOTEL RESORT CLUB RECORDED DECEMBER 5, 2007 AT
RECEPTION NO. 200731905 AND THE CORRECTED CONDOMINIUM PLAT RESIDENCES AT THE
SEBASTIAN RECORDED OCTOBER 13, 2011 UNDER RECEPTION NO. 201119044 AND FIRST
AMENDMENT THERETO RECORDED NOVEMBER 21, 2012 AT RECEPTION NO. 201223402 AND
CORRECTION TO FIRST AMENDED PLAT RECORDED NOVEMBER 16, 2016 UNDER RECEPTION NO.
201619448 AND SECOND AMENDMENT THERETO RECORDED NOVEMBER 16, 2016 UNDER RECEPTION
NO. 201619449.
ALTA COMMITMENT
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Schedule B, Part II
(Exceptions)
Order Number: V50075427
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26.THOSE PROVISIONS, COVENANTS AND CONDITIONS, EASEMENTS AND RESTRICTIONS, WHICH ARE A
BURDEN TO THE CONDOMINIUM UNIT DESCRIBED IN SCHEDULE A, BUT OMITTING ANY COVENANTS
OR RESTRICTIONS, IF ANY, BASED UPON RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION,
FAMILIAL STATUS, MARITAL STATUS, DISABILITY, HANDICAP, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, OR
SOURCE OF INCOME, AS SET FORTH IN APPLICABLE STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS, EXCEPT TO THE
EXTENT THAT SAID COVENANT OR RESTRICTION IS PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, AS CONTAINED
IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED DECEMBER 5, 2007 UNDER RECEPTION NO. 200731904 AND ASSIGNMENT
OF DECLARANT RIGHTS RECORDED JANUARY 20, 2010 UNDER RECEPTION NO. 201001124 AND AS
AMENDED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED AUGUST 24, 2010 UNDER RECEPTION NO. 201016570 AND AS
AMENDED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 UNDER RECEPTION NO. 201017447 AND
THE THIRD AMENDMENT RECORDED NOVEMBER 15, 2011 UNDER RECEPTION NO. 201121302 AND
NOTICE OF WITHDRAWL FROM DECLARATION RECORDED SEPTEMBER 24, 2012 UNDER RECEPTION
NO. 201219239 AND THE FOURTH AMENDMENT RECORDED NOVEMBER 16, 2016 UNDER RECEPTION
NO. 201619447.
SECTION 24.12 CONTAINS THE TOWN OF VAIL REQUIREMENT FOR RESALES.
ALTA COMMITMENT
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Schedule B, Part II
(Exceptions)
Order Number: V50075427
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Land Title Guarantee Company
Disclosure Statements
Note: Pursuant to CRS 10-11-122, notice is hereby given that:
Note: Effective September 1, 1997, CRS 30-10-406 requires that all documents received for recording or filing in the
clerk and recorder's office shall contain a top margin of at least one inch and a left, right and bottom margin of at least
one half of an inch. The clerk and recorder may refuse to record or file any document that does not conform, except that,
the requirement for the top margin shall not apply to documents using forms on which space is provided for recording or
filing information at the top margin of the document.
Note: Colorado Division of Insurance Regulations 8-1-2 requires that "Every title entity shall be responsible for all matters
which appear of record prior to the time of recording whenever the title entity conducts the closing and is responsible for
recording or filing of legal documents resulting from the transaction which was closed". Provided that Land Title
Guarantee Company conducts the closing of the insured transaction and is responsible for recording the legal documents
from the transaction, exception number 5 will not appear on the Owner's Title Policy and the Lenders Policy when issued.
Note: Affirmative mechanic's lien protection for the Owner may be available (typically by deletion of Exception no. 4 of
Schedule B, Section 2 of the Commitment from the Owner's Policy to be issued) upon compliance with the following
conditions:
No coverage will be given under any circumstances for labor or material for which the insured has contracted for or
agreed to pay.
Note: Pursuant to CRS 10-11-123, notice is hereby given:
The Subject real property may be located in a special taxing district.(A)
A certificate of taxes due listing each taxing jurisdiction will be obtained from the county treasurer of the county in
which the real property is located or that county treasurer's authorized agent unless the proposed insured provides
written instructions to the contrary. (for an Owner's Policy of Title Insurance pertaining to a sale of residential real
property).
(B)
The information regarding special districts and the boundaries of such districts may be obtained from the Board of
County Commissioners, the County Clerk and Recorder, or the County Assessor.
(C)
The land described in Schedule A of this commitment must be a single family residence which includes a
condominium or townhouse unit.
(A)
No labor or materials have been furnished by mechanics or material-men for purposes of construction on the land
described in Schedule A of this Commitment within the past 6 months.
(B)
The Company must receive an appropriate affidavit indemnifying the Company against un-filed mechanic's and
material-men's liens.
(C)
The Company must receive payment of the appropriate premium.(D)
If there has been construction, improvements or major repairs undertaken on the property to be purchased within
six months prior to the Date of Commitment, the requirements to obtain coverage for unrecorded liens will include:
disclosure of certain construction information; financial information as to the seller, the builder and or the contractor;
payment of the appropriate premium fully executed Indemnity Agreements satisfactory to the company, and, any
additional requirements as may be necessary after an examination of the aforesaid information by the Company.
(E)
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This notice applies to owner's policy commitments disclosing that a mineral estate has been severed from the surface
estate, in Schedule B-2.
Note: Pursuant to CRS 10-1-128(6)(a), It is unlawful to knowingly provide false, incomplete, or misleading facts or
information to an insurance company for the purpose of defrauding or attempting to defraud the company. Penalties may
include imprisonment, fines, denial of insurance, and civil damages. Any insurance company or agent of an insurance
company who knowingly provides false, incomplete, or misleading facts or information to a policyholder or claimant for
the purpose of defrauding or attempting to defraud the policyholder or claimant with regard to a settlement or award
payable from insurance proceeds shall be reported to the Colorado Division of Insurance within the Department of
Regulatory Agencies.
Note: Pursuant to Colorado Division of Insurance Regulations 8-1-3, notice is hereby given of the availability of a closing
protection letter for the lender, purchaser, lessee or seller in connection with this transaction.
Note: Pursuant to CRS 24-21-514.5, Colorado notaries may remotely notarize real estate deeds and other documents
using real-time audio-video communication technology. You may choose not to use remote notarization for any
document.
That there is recorded evidence that a mineral estate has been severed, leased, or otherwise conveyed from the
surface estate and that there is substantial likelihood that a third party holds some or all interest in oil, gas, other
minerals, or geothermal energy in the property; and
(A)
That such mineral estate may include the right to enter and use the property without the surface owner's
permission.
(B)
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Joint Notice of Privacy Policy of
Land Title Guarantee Company
Land Title Insurance Corporation and
Old Republic National Title Insurancy Company
This Statement is provided to you as a customer of Land Title Guarantee Company as agent for Land Title Insurance
Corporation and Old Republic National Title Insurance Company.
We want you to know that we recognize and respect your privacy expectations and the requirements of federal and state
privacy laws. Information security is one of our highest priorities. We recognize that maintaining your trust and confidence
is the bedrock of our business. We maintain and regularly review internal and external safeguards against unauthorized
access to your non-public personal information ("Personal Information").
In the course of our business, we may collect Personal Information about you from:
applications or other forms we receive from you, including communications sent through TMX, our web-based
transaction management system;
your transactions with, or from the services being performed by us, our affiliates, or others;
a consumer reporting agency, if such information is provided to us in connection with your transaction;
and
The public records maintained by governmental entities that we obtain either directly from those entities, or from
our affiliates and non-affiliates.
Our policies regarding the protection of the confidentiality and security of your Personal Information are as follows:
We restrict access to all Personal Information about you to those employees who need to know that information in
order to provide products and services to you.
We may share your Personal Information with affiliated contractors or service providers who provide services in the
course of our business, but only to the extent necessary for these providers to perform their services and to
provide these services to you as may be required by your transaction.
We maintain physical, electronic and procedural safeguards that comply with federal standards to protect your
Personal Information from unauthorized access or intrusion.
Employees who violate our strict policies and procedures regarding privacy are subject to disciplinary action.
We regularly assess security standards and procedures to protect against unauthorized access to Personal
Information.
WE DO NOT DISCLOSE ANY PERSONAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU WITH ANYONE FOR ANY PURPOSE THAT
IS NOT STATED ABOVE OR PERMITTED BY LAW.
Consistent with applicable privacy laws, there are some situations in which Personal Information may be disclosed. We
may disclose your Personal Information when you direct or give us permission; when we are required by law to do so, for
example, if we are served a subpoena; or when we suspect fraudulent or criminal activities. We also may disclose your
Personal Information when otherwise permitted by applicable privacy laws such as, for example, when disclosure is
needed to enforce our rights arising out of any agreement, transaction or relationship with you.
Our policy regarding dispute resolution is as follows: Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to our privacy
policy, or the breach thereof, shall be settled by arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration
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Association, and judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator(s) may be entered in any court having jurisdiction
thereof.
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Commitment For Title Insurance
Issued by Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
NOTICE
IMPORTANT—READ CAREFULLY: THIS COMMITMENT IS AN OFFER TO ISSUE ONE OR MORE TITLE INSURANCE
POLICIES. ALL CLAIMS OR REMEDIES SOUGHT AGAINST THE COMPANY INVOLVING THE CONTENT OF THIS
COMMITMENT OR THE POLICY MUST BE BASED SOLELY IN CONTRACT.
THIS COMMITMENT IS NOT AN ABSTRACT OF TITLE, REPORT OF THE CONDITION OF TITLE, LEGAL OPINION, OPINION
OF TITLE, OR OTHER REPRESENTATION OF THE STATUS OF TITLE. THE PROCEDURES USED BY THE COMPANY TO DETERMINE INSURABILITY OF
THE TITLE, INCLUDING ANY SEARCH AND EXAMINATION, ARE PROPRIETARY TO THE COMPANY, WERE PERFORMED SOLELY FOR THE BENEFIT OF
THE COMPANY, AND CREATE NO EXTRACONTRACTUAL LIABILITY TO ANY PERSON, INCLUDING A PROPOSED INSURED.
THE COMPANY’S OBLIGATION UNDER THIS COMMITMENT IS TO ISSUE A POLICY TO A PROPOSED INSURED IDENTIFIED IN SCHEDULE A IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND PROVISIONS OF THIS COMMITMENT. THE COMPANY HAS NO LIABILITY OR OBLIGATION INVOLVING THE
CONTENT OF THIS COMMITMENT TO ANY OTHER PERSON. .
COMMITMENT TO ISSUE POLICY
Subject to the Notice; Schedule B, Part I—Requirements; Schedule B, Part II—Exceptions; and the Commitment Conditions, Old Republic National Title Insurance
Company, a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), commits to issue the Policy according to the terms and provisions of this Commitment. This Commitment is
effective as of the Commitment Date shown in Schedule A for each Policy described in Schedule A, only when the Company has entered in Schedule A both the
specified dollar amount as the Proposed Policy Amount and the name of the Proposed Insured. If all of the Schedule B, Part I—Requirements have not been met
within 6 months after the Commitment Date, this Commitment terminates and the Company’s liability and obligation end.
COMMITMENT CONDITIONS
1. DEFINITIONS
2. If all of the Schedule B, Part I—Requirements have not been met within the time period specified in the Commitment to Issue Policy, Commitment terminates
and the Company’s liability and obligation end.
3. The Company’s liability and obligation is limited by and this Commitment is not valid without:
4. COMPANY’S RIGHT TO AMEND
The Company may amend this Commitment at any time. If the Company amends this Commitment to add a defect, lien, encumbrance, adverse claim, or
other matter recorded in the Public Records prior to the Commitment Date, any liability of the Company is limited by Commitment Condition 5. The
Company shall not be liable for any other amendment to this Commitment.
5. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
i. comply with the Schedule B, Part I—Requirements;
ii. eliminate, with the Company’s written consent, any Schedule B, Part II—Exceptions; or
iii. acquire the Title or create the Mortgage covered by this Commitment.
6. LIABILITY OF THE COMPANY MUST BE BASED ON THIS COMMITMENT
“Knowledge” or “Known”: Actual or imputed knowledge, but not constructive notice imparted by the Public Records.(a)
“Land”: The land described in Schedule A and affixed improvements that by law constitute real property. The term “Land” does not include any
property beyond the lines of the area described in Schedule A, nor any right, title, interest, estate, or easement in abutting streets, roads, avenues,
alleys, lanes, ways, or waterways, but this does not modify or limit the extent that a right of access to and from the Land is to be insured by the Policy.
(b)
“Mortgage”: A mortgage, deed of trust, or other security instrument, including one evidenced by electronic means authorized by law.(c)
“Policy”: Each contract of title insurance, in a form adopted by the American Land Title Association, issued or to be issued by the Company
pursuant to this Commitment.
(d)
“Proposed Insured”: Each person identified in Schedule A as the Proposed Insured of each Policy to be issued pursuant to this Commitment.(e)
“Proposed Policy Amount”: Each dollar amount specified in Schedule A as the Proposed Policy Amount of each Policy to be issued pursuant to this
Commitment.
(f)
“Public Records”: Records established under state statutes at the Commitment Date for the purpose of imparting constructive notice of matters
relating to real property to purchasers for value and without Knowledge.
(g)
“Title”: The estate or interest described in Schedule A.(h)
the Notice;(a)
the Commitment to Issue Policy;(b)
the Commitment Conditions;(c)
Schedule A;(d)
Schedule B, Part I—Requirements; and(e)
Schedule B, Part II—Exceptions; and(f)
a counter-signature by the Company or its issuing agent that may be in electronic form.(g)
The Company’s liability under Commitment Condition 4 is limited to the Proposed Insured’s actual expense incurred in the interval between the
Company’s delivery to the Proposed Insured of the Commitment and the delivery of the amended Commitment, resulting from the Proposed
Insured’s good faith reliance to:
(a)
The Company shall not be liable under Commitment Condition 5(a) if the Proposed Insured requested the amendment or had Knowledge of the
matter and did not notify the Company about it in writing.
(b)
The Company will only have liability under Commitment Condition 4 if the Proposed Insured would not have incurred the expense had the
Commitment included the added matter when the Commitment was first delivered to the Proposed Insured.
(c)
The Company’s liability shall not exceed the lesser of the Proposed Insured’s actual expense incurred in good faith and described in Commitment
Conditions 5(a)(i) through 5(a)(iii) or the Proposed Policy Amount.
(d)
The Company shall not be liable for the content of the Transaction Identification Data, if any.(e)
In no event shall the Company be obligated to issue the Policy referred to in this Commitment unless all of the Schedule B, Part I—Requirements
have been met to the satisfaction of the Company.
(f)
In any event, the Company’s liability is limited by the terms and provisions of the Policy.(g)
Only a Proposed Insured identified in Schedule A, and no other person, may make a claim under this Commitment.(a)
Any claim must be based in contract and must be restricted solely to the terms and provisions of this Commitment.(b)
Until the Policy is issued, this Commitment, as last revised, is the exclusive and entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject
matter of this Commitment and supersedes all prior commitment negotiations, representations, and proposals of any kind, whether written or oral,
express or implied, relating to the subject matter of this Commitment.
(c)
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7. IF THIS COMMITMENT HAS BEEN ISSUED BY AN ISSUING AGENT
The issuing agent is the Company’s agent only for the limited purpose of issuing title insurance commitments and policies. The issuing agent is not the
Company’s agent for the purpose of providing closing or settlement services.
8. PRO-FORMA POLICY
The Company may provide, at the request of a Proposed Insured, a pro-forma policy illustrating the coverage that the Company may provide. A pro-forma
policy neither reflects the status of Title at the time that the pro-forma policy is delivered to a Proposed Insured, nor is it a commitment to insure.
9. ARBITRATION
The Policy contains an arbitration clause. All arbitrable matters when the Proposed Policy Amount is $2,000,000 or less shall be arbitrated at the option of
either the Company or the Proposed Insured as the exclusive remedy of the parties. A Proposed Insured may review a copy of the arbitration rules at
http://www.alta.org/arbitration.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Land Title Insurance Corporation has caused its corporate name and seal to be affixed by its duly authorized officers on the date shown
in Schedule A to be valid when countersigned by a validating officer or other authorized signatory.
Issued by:
Land Title Guarantee Company
3033 East First Avenue Suite 600
Denver, Colorado 80206
303-321-1880
Craig B. Rants, Senior Vice President
This page is only a part of a 2016 ALTA® Commitment for Title Insurance issued by Old Republic National Title Insurance Company. This Commitment is not
valid without the Notice; the Commitment to Issue Policy; the Commitment Conditions; Schedule A; Schedule B, Part I—Requirements; and Schedule B, Part II
—Exceptions; and a counter-signature by the Company or its issuing agent that may be in electronic form.
Copyright 2006-2016 American Land Title Association. All rights reserved.
The use of this Form (or any derivative thereof) is restricted to ALTA licensees and ALTA members in good standing as of the date of use. All other uses are
prohibited. Reprinted under license from the American Land Title Association.
The deletion or modification of any Schedule B, Part II—Exception does not constitute an agreement or obligation to provide coverage beyond the
terms and provisions of this Commitment or the Policy.
(d)
Any amendment or endorsement to this Commitment must be in writing and authenticated by a person authorized by the Company.(e)
When the Policy is issued, all liability and obligation under this Commitment will end and the Company’s only liability will be under the Policy.(f)
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ORDINANCE NO. 15
SERIES 2025
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 12 OF THE VAIL TOWN CODE TO
CREATE THE VAIL VILLAGE INN (VVI) ZONE DISTRICT AND MAKING
CORRESPONDING EDITS TO OTHER SECTIONS OF TITLE 12
WHEREAS, Section 12-3-7 of the Vail Town Code sets forth the procedures for
amending provisions of Title 12 of the Vail Town Code; and
WHEREAS, on June 15 and June 23, 2025, the Planning and Environmental
Commission (the "PEC") held properly-noticed public hearings on proposed amendments
to Title 12 to add a new zone district and make corresponding edits to other sections of
Title 12; and
WHEREAS, on July 15, 2025, the Town Council held a properly-noticed public
hearing on the proposed amendments.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO, THAT:
Section 1. The definition of Site Coverage contained in Section 12-2-2 of the
Vail Town Code is repealed in its entirety and reenacted as follows:
SITE COVERAGE. The ratio of the total building area of a site to the total
area of a site, expressed as a percentage, subject to the following:
1)
portion of a site occupied by a building, carport, portecochere, arcade or
covered or roofed walkway constructed at, below, or above grade as
measured from the exterior face of the sheathing of the perimeter walls or
supporting columns.
2) A balcony or deck projecting from a higher elevation may extend over
a lower balcony, deck or walkway, and in such case the higher balcony or
deck shall not be deemed a roof or covering for the lower balcony, deck or
walkway.
3) Building area shall also include any portion of roof overhangs, eaves,
covered stairs, covered decks, covered porches, covered terraces and
covered patios that extend more than four (4) feet from the exterior face of
the perimeter building walls or supporting columns.
4) In the VVI, HDMF, CH-3, CC1, CC2, CC3, CSC, LMU-1, LMU-2, PA,
PA-2, SBR, and SBR2 zone districts, below-grade improvements are not
included in the calculation of site coverage.
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Section 2. Section 12-4-1 of the Vail Town Code is hereby amended by the
addition of a new subsection (FF), to read as follows:
FF) Vail Village Inn (VVI) District.
Section 3. Chapter 7 of Title 12 of the Vail Town Code is hereby amended by
the addition of a new Article 7K, to read as follows:
ARTICLE 7K: VAIL VILLAGE INN (VVI) DISTRICT
12-7K-1 INTENT AND PURPOSE.
A) The Vail Village Inn (VVI) zone district is intended to provide sites for
general shopping and commercial facilities serving the Town, together with
multi-family dwelling units and lodge and accommodation uses as may be
appropriate.
B) The purpose of this Article is intended to ensure adequate light, air,
open space and other amenities appropriate to permitted types of buildings
and uses, and to maintain a convenient pedestrian environment for
permitted commercial uses.
12-7K-2 PERMITTED USES; BASEMENT OR GARDEN LEVEL.
The following uses shall be permitted in the basement or garden level of a
building:
1) Accommodation units;
2) Attached accommodation units:
3) Banks and financial institutions;
4) Commercial ski storage/ski clubs;
5) Conference facilities and meeting rooms;
6) Eating and drinking establishments;
7) Employee housing units, subject to Chapter 13 of this Title 12;
8) Fractional fee clubs, timeshare, and fractional units;
9) Liquor stores;
10) Lodge dwelling units;
11) Multi-family residential dwelling units;
12) Personal services and repair shops;
13) Private clubs;
14) Professional offices, business offices and studios;
15) Recreation facilities;
16) Religious institutions;
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17) Retail establishments; and
18) Spa facilities.
12-7K-3 PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES; FIRST FLOOR
OR STREET LEVEL.
A) Permitted uses. The following uses shall be permitted on the first
floor or street level of a building:
1) Banks and financial institutions;
2) Conference facilities and meeting rooms;
3) Eating and drinking establishments;
4) Liquor stores;
5) Multi-family residential dwelling units and lodge dwelling unit
that do not front upon a retail pedestrian corridor;
6) Personal services and repair shops;
7) Recreation facilities;
8) Religious institutions; and
9) Retail establishments.
B) Conditional uses. The following uses shall be permitted on the first
floor or street level floor of a building, subject to issuance of a conditional
use permit pursuant to Chapter 16 of this Title 12:
1) Accommodation units;
2) Attached accommodation units;
3) Employee housing units, subject to Chapter 13 of this Title 12;
4) Multi-family residential dwelling units
5) Lodge dwelling units;
6) Fractional fee clubs, timeshares, and fractional units;
7) Private clubs; and
8) Professional offices, business offices and studios.
12-7K-4 PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES; SECOND FLOOR
AND ABOVE.
A) Permitted uses. The following uses shall be permitted on any floor
above the first floor of a building:
1) Accommodation units;
2) Attached accommodation units;
3) Employee housing units, subject to Chapter 13 of this Title 12;
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4) Multiple-family residential dwelling units;
5) Lodge dwelling units;
6) Fractional fee clubs, timeshare, and fractional units; and
7) Religious institutions.
B) Conditional uses. The following uses shall be permitted on any floor
of a building above the first floor, subject to the issuance of a conditional
use permit pursuant to Chapter 16 of this Title 12:
1) Banks and financial institutions;
2) Conference facilities and meeting rooms;
3) Eating and drinking establishments;
4) Liquor stores;
5) Personal services and repair shops;
6) Private clubs;
7) Professional offices, business offices and studios;
8) Recreation facilities;
9) Retail establishments; and
10) Spa facilities.
12-7K-5 CONDITIONAL USES.
The following conditional uses shall be permitted on any floor of a building,
subject to issuance of a conditional use permit pursuant to Chapter 16 of
this Title 12:
1) Child daycare centers;
2) Communications antennas and appurtenant equipment;
3) Public or private parking structures;
4) Public buildings, grounds and facilities;
5) Public park and recreation facilities; and
6) Public utility and public service uses.
12-7K-6 ACCESSORY USES.
The following accessory uses shall be permitted:
1) Home occupations, subject to issuance of a home occupation
permit pursuant to § 12-14-12;
2) Swimming pools, tennis courts, patios, and other recreation
facilities customarily incidental to residential or lodge uses; and
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3) Other uses customarily incidental and accessory to permitted
or conditional uses and necessary for the operation thereof.
12-7K-7 LOT AREA.
The minimum lot area shall be ten thousand (10,000) square feet.
12-7K-8 SETBACKS.
A) The minimum front, side, and rear setbacks shall be ten (10) feet.
B) At the discretion of the PEC or the DRB, variations to the prescribed
setbacks may be approved during the review of a major exterior alteration
if the proposed setbacks:
1) Provide necessary separation between buildings and riparian
areas, geologically sensitive areas and other environmentally sensitive
areas;
2) Comply with applicable elements of the Vail Village Urban
Design Guide Plan and Design Considerations;
3) Provide adequate light, air and open space;
4) Are compatible with buildings and uses on adjacent
properties; and
5) Will result in creative design solutions or other public benefits
that could not otherwise be achieved by conformance with the prescribed
setbacks.
12-7K-9 HEIGHT.
A) For a structure with a flat or mansard roof, the maximum height shall
be forty-five (45) feet.
B) For a structure with a sloping roof, the maximum height shall be forty-
eight (48) feet.
12-7K-10 DENSITY.
There shall be no limitation on the number of dwelling units per acre.
12-7K-11 GROSS RESIDENTIAL FLOOR AREA.
Up to one hundred sixty-five (165) square feet of gross residential floor area
GRFA) is permitted for each one hundred (100) square feet of lot area.
12-7K-12 SITE COVERAGE.
Site coverage shall not exceed sixty percent (60%) of the total lot area.
12-7K-13 LANDSCAPING.
A) At least thirty percent (30%) of the total lot area shall be landscaped.
B) The PEC or the DRB may approve variations to the prescribed
landscape area during the review of a major exterior alteration if the
proposed landscape design:
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1) Is consistent with the Vail Village Master Plan;
2) Complies with applicable elements of the Vail Village Urban
Design Guide Plan and Design Considerations; and
3) Will result in creative design solutions or other public benefits
that could not otherwise be achieved by conformance with the prescribed
landscape area.
12-7K-14 PARKING AND LOADING.
A) Off-street parking shall be provided in accordance with Chapter 10
of this Title 12, except that additional on-site parking generated by changes
to commercial uses or expansions of floor area of existing commercial uses
may pay into the Parking Fund established by §12-10-16(B) in lieu of
providing such parking.
B) No additional loading facilities are required, but there shall be no
reduction of existing loading facilities.
12-7K-15 LOCATION OF BUSINESS ACTIVITY.
A) All uses shall be operated and conducted entirely within a building
except for: permitted parking and loading areas; the outdoor display of
goods; and such activities that are specifically authorized to be unenclosed
by a conditional use permit.
B) The area to be used for an outdoor display of goods shall be located
directly in front of the establishment displaying the goods and entirely upon
private property. An outdoor display of goods shall not
obstruct sidewalks, building entrances or exits, driveways, or streets.
C) For purposes of this Section, "conducted entirely within a building"
means that all activities related to the use, including contacting potential
customers and clients, must occur completely inside of a building, and not
in an open doorway of the building.
12-7K-16 MAJOR EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS.
A) Applicability: A major exterior alteration includes: construction of a
new building or the alteration of an existing building which adds additional
dwelling units, accommodation units, fractional fee club units, or timeshare
units; any project adding more than one thousand (1,000) square feet of
commercial floor area or common space; or any project which has
substantial off site impacts, as determined by the Administrator.
B) Application:
1) The application shall be submitted by the owner of the building
or their authorized representative on a form provided by the Town. An
application for a unit within a building with an owners' association shall be
authorized by the association.
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2) The Administrator shall maintain a complete list of the
application submittal requirements, and may waive certain submittal
requirements if the applicant demonstrates that the information and
materials required are not relevant to the application. The Administrator
may also require the submission of additional plans, drawings,
specifications, samples and other materials if deemed necessary to
properly evaluate the application.
C) Planning and Environmental Commission ("PEC") review:
1) The PEC shall hold a public hearing on the application in
accordance with § 12-3-6.
2) At the public hearing, the applicant must prove by a
preponderance of the evidence that the proposed exterior alteration
complies with this Article and applicable elements of the Vail Village Master
Plan and that the proposal does not otherwise have a significant negative
effect on the character of the neighborhood.
3) Following the public hearing, the PEC may approve the
application as submitted, approve the application with conditions or
modifications, or deny the application.
D) Design Review Board ("DRB") review: Following PEC approval, the
application shall be reviewed by the DRB pursuant to Chapter 11 of this
Title 12.
E) Lapse of approval:
1) Failure to receive DRB approval within two (2) years after the
date of PEC approval shall void the PEC approval.
2) Failure to commence construction under a valid building
permit within two (2) years after the date of DRB approval shall void the
DRB approval.
3) Administrative extensions shall be allowed for reasonable and
unexpected delays if regulations affecting the application have not changed.
12-7K-17 MINOR EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS.
The construction of a new building or the alteration of an existing building
that is not a major exterior alteration shall be reviewed by the DRB pursuant
to Chapter 11 of this Title 12.
12-7-K-18 NONCONFORMING USES, STRUCTURES, AND SITE
IMPROVEMENTS.
A) Applicability: This Section shall apply to nonconforming uses,
structures and site improvements in the VVI District in lieu of Chapter 18 of
this Title 12.
B) Uses:
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1) The use of a site or structure lawfully established prior to the
effective date of the ordinance codified in this Article that does not conform
to the use regulations prescribed by this Article may be continued, subject
to this Section and provided that no such nonconforming use shall be
enlarged to increase the site coverage or GRFA. Any subsequent reduction
in site coverage or GRFA shall be deemed a new limitation, and the use
shall not thereafter be enlarged to increase the site coverage or GRFA.
2) A nonconforming use shall not be changed to another
nonconforming use.
3) Any nonconforming use that is discontinued for a period of
twelve (12) months, regardless of any intent to resume operation of use,
shall not be resumed, and any future use shall comply with this Article.
C) Structures and site improvements:
1) Structures and site improvements lawfully authorized by
permits or regulations existing prior to the effective date of the ordinance
codified in this Article that do not conform to the following may continue,
subject to this Section:
a) Height;
b) Setbacks; and
c) Site coverage.
2) If a nonconforming structure or site improvement is destroyed
by fire or disaster, the structure or site improvement may be reconstructed
if the reconstruction is commenced within twelve (12) months and diligently
pursued to completion. All new construction shall comply with all applicable
codes regarding safety and construction in effect at the time of
reconstruction.
D) Maintenance: Nonconforming uses, structures and site
improvements may be maintained and repaired as necessary for
convenience, safety and efficiency, provided that the maintenance or repair
does not increase the nonconformity.
Section 4. The table in Section 12-13-4 of the Vail Town Code is hereby
amended by the addition of "Vail Village Inn (VVI)" to the column entitled "Zoning Districts
Permitted by Right" for the rows entitled "Type lll", "Type Vll-CL", and "Type Vll-IZ".
Section 5. Section 12-15-2 of the Vail Town Code is hereby amended by the
addition of "VVI Vail Village Inn" to the column entitled "Zone Districts", and by the addition
of "no limitation" to the column entitled "GRFA Ratio".
Section 6. Section 12-23-1(B) of the Vail Town Code is hereby amended by the
addition of a new subsection (17), to read as follows:
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17) Vail Village Inn (VVI).
Section 7. Section 12-24-1(B) of the Vail Town Code is hereby amended by the
addition of a new subsection (19), to read as follows:
19) Vail Village Inn (VVI).
2025, in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail,
Colorado.
Travis Coggin, Mayor
ATTEST:
Stephanie Kauffman, Town Clerk
READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED
this ___ day of ______________, 2025.
Travis Coggin, Mayor
Section 8. If any part, Section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this
ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not effect the validity of
the remaining portions of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would
have passed this ordinance , and each part, Section, subsection , sentence, clause or
phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more parts, Sections, subsections,
sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid.
Section 9. The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this
ordinance is necessary and proper for the health, safety and welfare of the Town and the
inhabitants thereof.
Section 10. The amendment of any provision of the Town Code as provided in
this ordinance shall not affect any right which has accrued, any duty imposed, any
violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution commenced, nor
any other action or proceeding as commenced under or by virtue of the provision
amended. The amendment of any provision hereby shall not revive any provision or any
ordinance previously repealed or superseded unless expressly stated herein.
Section 11. All bylaws, orders, resolutions and ordinances, or parts thereof,
inconsistent herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer
shall not be construed to revise any bylaw , order, resolution or ordinance, or part thereof ,
theretofore repealed.
INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED
PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this __________, 1_5 t_h day of __J_ul_y 2025 and a
public hearing for second reading of this Ordinance set for the __5 _th_day of
August
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ATTEST:
Stephanie Kauffman, Town Clerk
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Present:Robyn Smith
Robyn Smith
John Rediker
John Rediker
Brad Hagedorn
William A Jensen
William A Jensen
Robert N Lipnick
Robert N Lipnick
Absent:Craig H Lintner Jr
David N Tucker
1.Virtual Link
Register to attend the Planning and Environmental Commission meeting. Once registered,
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2.Call to Order
3.Worksession
4.Main Agenda
Planner: Greg Roy
Applicant Name: Lunar Vail Land Investments, LLC represented by Ruther Associates LLC
Time: 5 min
4.1 A request for recommendation to the Vail Town Council, pursuant to Section 3-2-6A,
Function, Vail Town Code, to amend Conceptual Building Height Plan of the Vail Village
Master Plan. (PEC25-0025)
Smith discloses she has accepted job with the Vail Housing department but she hasn’t started yet, and
has no financial interest or conflict of interest with the application.
Planner Roy gives a presentation on the application to amend the conceptual building height plan. He
talks about the plan and adjacent context and heights in the area. Staff found the application did not
meet the criteria and is therefore recommending the PEC forward a recommendation of denial.
Smith, is the Wren five or six stories straight up from the path? Will there be a step in that potential
redevelopment as well?
Roy, this is a guiding document, just because the upper limit is there doesn’t mean appropriate
development to a specific area.
The applicant is represented by George Ruther with Ruther Associates, and Ron Byrne and Dave
Zessin, president of Apollo Park HOA.
Planning and Environmental Commission Minutes
Monday, October 13, 2025
1:00 PM
Vail Town Council Chambers
PEC25-0025 - Staff Memo.pdf
Attachment A. Applicant Narrative
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Ruther is surprised by Staff’s recommendation, we read the same document and came up with
something different. In the criteria, it is applicant’s responsibility to show at least one of those conditions
is met, we think we meet all three.
Ruther gives a presentation addressing the three criteria. He talks about the graphic of view corridors
and conceptual heights on the frontage road. Ruther talks about the proposal in relation to the
conceptual building heights in the master plan. The proposal is four stories of building on the north
façade, an additional story on the south façade.
Rediker and Ruther discuss the graphic showing the number of stories on the north, central, and
southern portion of the site.
Hagedorn, why do you need to amend the plan if you’re presenting a four-story building currently?
Ruther thought was the appropriate thing to cover all the bases, but in hindsight has seen how many
large projects were approved without a master plan amendment. It’s the right thing to do from a planner’s
perspective.
Rediker, how much is great than four stories?
Ruther, the north, east, and west facades are four, on the south it gets up to 6 because of the way the
grade drops offs.
Rediker, the bottom story is a lower grade than the Wren and VMVR?
Ruther says yes, about eight feet lower. We didn’t want to go forward with flat roofs, that would have
helped with height, but believed it was out of character with the neighborhood. The grade was
significantly altered on the south side of the building at VMVR
Zessin says there wasn’t a picture of Apollo Park. The current Building B is a five-story tall building, can’t
see the base from the creek path. We’re planning to pull this back from the creek over current conditions.
Rediker asks for public comment regarding Item 4.1.
Howard Willard lives in VMVR. It’s important to note VMVR is 48’, four stories plus attic. Apollo Park is
asking for 64 feet and six stories. You can’t rely on imaginary future changes at the Wren, you have to
look at the site. The only other SDD in the neighborhood is VMVR at 48 feet, Altus is 70 feet but was
50% onsite EHUs.
Eugene Kottenstette, owner at the Wren. Surprised how close the Apollo property is to the creek, have a
hard time believing the new building won’t be bigger than the existing.
Dan Wolfe is in VMVR building. The applicant has cited the odd shape of the lot on several occasions, as
a reason for variances. Questions whether it is the Town’s responsibility to solve their problems, he is
against approving this notion.
Michael Dardick, an owner in VMVR. Opposes this application, the height is excessive. This developer
didn’t collaborate one bit on something that would fit in this site.
Craig Carty, an owner at the Wren. Agrees with the last two speakers, opposed to the redevelopment as
presented today. We would welcome the project if it fit the scale of the lot and neighborhood. Sent
pictures of Apollo Park today, it is three stories tall. The proposal is to go to six stories in the middle. The
new building is also massive; the density is too much for this small neighborhood. Also concerned about
pay in lieu, which is part of this development, the Town needs to look at this.
Jennifer Wiler and David Fintak, owners at the Wren. Echoes previous comments, strongly recommend
that PEC supports recommendation of Staff in denying proposal. A double-digit increase in height is
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inappropriate. The rational to justify this is based on future development, there are no current
redevelopment plans for the Wrens. Thanks staff for thoughtful presentation.
Laurie Roshak, owner at the Wren. Opposes this proposal for same reasons as previous speakers.
No further comment, public comment closed.
Jensen, no questions. Not supportive of this request because of height and relationship to adjacent
properties is out of character.
Lipnick, the massing, bulk, height of 70’ is too high. Doesn’t think it fits with the neighborhood.
Hagedorn, within context of master plan not comfortable with the changes. Doesn’t see the plan in error,
some verbiage talks about lower height along Gore Creek, the primary change is SDD 42. That has
increased height along frontage road which we have, when SDD 42 was approved it had a 48’ height
limit, for those reasons not comfortable with a change to the master plan.
Smith, we’re a recommending body on the SDD. Procedurally, amending the master plan is the correct
thing to do, although it may be hasn’t always been done. Given this amendment is not necessary to
achieve additional height or stories, the amendment is not necessary to achieve the end objective the
application is looking for. In 2008 we looked at height based on stories; we’re still having that
conversation today. My vote wouldn’t necessarily matter, but there is a lot of reasons to update the
master plan. Conditions have changed. You could change it, but it’s not necessary to achieve the end
result that the applicant is looking for with this application. This master plan has to be updated at some
point to reflect the current conditions.
Rediker, looking at the three criteria; doesn’t see any error in the plan when looking at it literally.
Understands the applicant’s argument when taking into consideration the scale of other buildings. We’re
not looking at conditions changing throughout Town but rather around this site or immediate area. The
applicant is presenting a façade that is four stories, the area of concern is the rear along Gore Creek.
The height plan section on pg. 22, talks about the goal to maintain concentration of low scale buildings in
core area areas larger buildings along the northern periphery. This comes down to difference in
interpretation between me and applicant, applicant says you can have 5-6 story building here. What the
Town is trying to achieve in the plan is putting larger components against the Frontage Road and then
scaling back towards Gore Creek. Amending the plan to allow 5-6 stories on the south of that lot does
conflict with that criterion. Nothing has changed, we still want a 3-4 story height along Gore Creek. Many
of the comparisons used were on the Frontage Road and not Gore Creek.
Planner: Greg Roy
Applicant Name: Lunar Vail Land Investments, LLC represented by Ruther Associates LLC
Time: 120 min.
4.2 A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for the establishment of a new
Special Development District, pursuant to Section 12-9(A), Special Development Districts,
Vail Town Code, to allow for the development of a multi-family project, located at 442
South Frontage Road East/ Vail Village Filing 5, Tract D. (PEC25-0026)
Robert N Lipnick made a motion to forward a recommendation of denial with the findings on page 9;
Brad Hagedorn seconded the motion Passed (5 - 0).
PEC25-0026 & PEC25-0024 Staff Memo.pdf
Attachment A. Vicinity Map.pdf
Attachment B. Applicant Narrative.pdf
Attachment C. Lunar Park Traffic Assessment 7-17-25.pdf
Attachment D. Lunar Park - EIR - 7-23-25.pdf
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Timestamp 1:19:25 Planner Roy gives a presentation. He touches on the criteria. He compares the
proposed development standards with existing in the area. He talks about landscaping and potential
impacts to the ROW.
Smith, do we believe special deed restrictions is a good idea?
Anna Bengston, with the Vail Housing Department, says we would want to see more details on it, how
does it meet Town housing goals?
The applicant is represented by George Ruther with Ruther Associates. He talks about public comment
received, they intend to make revisions between this meeting and presenting to Town Council. He talks
about the plan revisions, reduction in height, reductions in bulk mass/scale, increased step back on north
façade, further increase in west side setback, reduction in units and GRFA, increase in EHUs on site.
Rediker, can you clarify point in regard to emergency vehicle access?
Ruther, there is less room for landscaping with the emergency access requirements, the Town might
want to consider amendments to landscaping requirements.
Ruther talks about the SDD criteria. There are instances where some of the criteria may not be
applicable or a practical solution is available. Ruther provides an analysis of the review criteria.
Ruther goes through comparative height analysis with neighboring properties.
Hagedorn asks if this height graphic looks at existing and finished grade measurements.
Ruther says it would look different, they used existing grade for the graphic to provide a comparative
analysis. There are places where VMVR is 55 feet. As a reference, the ridge height is the same, two
levels are masked by grade on the sides.
Hagedorn would call last story a half story, VMVR is presenting 3.5 to 4.5 stories? Ruther confirms.
Ruther talks about parking and loading on the site. The building today doesn’t comply with setbacks, that
will be pulled back to comply with setbacks.
Ruther talks about the proposed public benefits of the project.
Ron Byrne, of the applicant team, thanks PEC. They appreciate the process, there have been a lot of
meetings. He has been trying to develop this property for a long time, thanks the board at Apollo Park.
This is an opportunity to do something with an infill site that benefits the Town and the site. The owners
have been coming here for 60 years. This project is keeping the people on the site. We have tried to be
sensitive to listening to what neighbors have said. Praises Mr. Ruther, he is skilled at bringing together
all the necessary components.
Attachment E. PEC25-0026 Documents.pdf
Attachment F. PEC25-0026 Plans Part1.pdf
Attachment F. PEC25-0026 Plans Part2.pdf
Attachment F. PEC25-0026 Plans Part3.pdf
Attachment F. PEC25-0026 Plans Part4.pdf
Attachment G. 9-8-25 PEC Results.pdf
Attachment H. PEC Results 9-22-25.pdf
Attachment I. Letter from Vail AIPP.pdf
Attachment J. Employee Housing Plan.pdf
Attachment K. Housing Department Comments.pdf
Attachment L. Public Comment.pdf
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Dave Zessin, Apollo Park HOA president, lets have some focus on the people that are at Apollo Park.
They have been there a long time. Doing something like this is what allows us to protect our future.
We’re a benefit to the local business owners, we have interval owners from other places, who are
attempting to purchase after they visit us. We’re here today because people want to stay. Our buildings
is aging, this is a way we can upgrade. The Town has identified it as a property to be redeveloped. We
can continue this multi-generational place to stay, excited about EHUs onsite and off.
Rediker, the newest iteration is eight EHUs onsite?
Ruther confirms. All eight are in the north building.
Conversation about Res. 34 from 2023, PEC asks what type of deed restrictions are you proposing?
Ruther, it will vary. We have an expectation to provide onsite; Apollo Park also needs onsite managers.
Rediker, in terms of Housing, housing affordability was brought up. How does PEC ensure affordability
is achieved?
Roy says it could be included in a condition.
Smith asks about 100% housing requirement in the Vail Village master plan area. Ruther, outside of
Sebastian not aware of other completely onsite employee housing in Vail Village.
Smith, this affordability component would be novel in this instance?
Ruther believes it would be new for Vail.
Smith, is there any way that you could put more employee housing onsite?
Ruther, it comes down to the economics of the proposal. We’re aligned to do the most we can do for
affordable housing with what we have.
Lipnick asks about an affordability table.
Roy, that was out of the staff report for that resolution. It references that rent payments or mortgage
payments should max out at 30% of monthly income.
Smith discuss opportunity to collaborate with AIPP for public benefit.
Smith, the Wren does not want landscaping on their site?
Ruther, we had discussed opportunities with them. We proposed a shared emergency access easement
along that shared property line. We haven’t heard back if there’s value to that or shared landscaping.
Smith and Ruther discuss path along the south of the site.
Rediker, the master plan (9-1) talks about this sub-area, including a substantial landscape buffer.
Ruther, there are easements on the front of the site which impact what landscaping could be done in this
area.
Rediker asks about 2.3, are there going to be live/hot beds?
Ruther mentions the timeshares and they have a handful of attached accommodation units.
Rediker, the plans accommodate parking, etc for those people to visit? Ruther confirms.
Rediker asks for public comment.
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Andrew (inaudible), resident at VMVR. Doesn’t believe the neighbors have been listened to. The high
densities force the massing towards Gore Creek away from the Frontage Road. The development will
impact views and landscaping around VMVR. This is six stories above Gore Creek. The EIR is silent on
the carbon footprint of the project. Supports staff’s recommendation of denial.
Todd Mossa, GM at the Wren. We don’t have plans for redevelopment at the moment. There is a water
main underneath where the trees are proposed which creates complications, we’d have to take over
maintenance of a main. The access easement would require us to give up the eight feet of green space
used for snow storage. Personally, applaud applicants to try and accommodate requests and feedback.
While they went through effort to put eight EHUs in there, look at what went on at Altus with their units
and the troubles there.
Lisa Widmeir, owner at VMVR. Wants to know more about how the timeshare owners will be
incorporated into the redevelopment.
Eugene Kottenstette, owner in the Wren. Supports Mossa’s comments. Compliments applicants with the
presentation, appreciates what they’re trying to do to get things done. Glad to see a setback of 20’
instead of five feet and contribution to the creek, glad efforts are being made for employee housing.
Jay Levine, president of VMVR HOA. The mass, the scale, the height, the setbacks are not compatible
with neighborhood, and the request for an SDD should be denied. Virtually everyone in the neighborhood
opposes this proposal for a SDD, which asks for nearly triple the GRFA. The proposed 50 to 70 western
wall creates a canyon for our existing amenities. The applicants have listened but have returned to the
PEC with minimal changes. We have an alternate proposal concept, with more modest requests. We are
urging the PEC to deny this request.
Debra Charles, unit owner at the Wren. Opposes this proposal which is oversized. Supports a smaller
development. They have been told at previous meetings that the project needs to be reduced and that
hasn’t happened. The developer is requesting to almost double the number of units on the same size lot.
Where does Fire Free Five come into play? PEC should require this to be reduced in scale and have the
proper landscaping.
Craig Carty, owner at the Wren. Endorses comments by Levine and Charles. The Wren has a lot of
landscaping if you take the right type of pictures. On the west side of the Wren are conifer and aspen
trees. The GRFA is well over what is allowed, that’s why they’re requesting these deviations. Hope you
vote no.
Caryn Clayman, owner at VMVR. It’s disingenuous that Ron Byrne makes himself out to be the savior.
They keep talking negatively about the way VMVR was built and he was the developer there. We need to
look at what happened in the past. This is overdevelopment, they haven’t done anything to show that
they are being reasonable. Supports what has been said, does not support proposal.
Michael Dardick, owner at VMVR. There has been no collaboration or negotiation to do something that
works for neighborhood and city. The applicant suggested no neighbor wants this to happen; we do but
in a responsible way. Why are we here with this problem of greater mass and height, it is just money for
the developer. The idea that the configuration of the site is the problem is not accurate.
Dan Wolfe, echoes Dardick. Scale and density does not fit, there is a lack of landscaping. Agrees with
Levine and Charles, requests you do not pass this proposal.
Lora Dettinger, agrees and supports denial.
Arie Behar, there are criteria that need to be met for these deviations, including public benefit. When you
have buildings overshadowing neighbors that is not a benefit. He is an owner at the Wren, would be
impacted by proposal. Requests PEC to deny application.
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David C, owner at Altus. Agrees with Levine, requests PEC to deny.
Howard Willard, owner at VMVR. The PEC should deny this proposal. We favor the redevelopment of
Apollo Park, if it is done the right way. Through public comment we submitted an alternate
redevelopment proposal, making some appropriate changes. Willard details the changes in their
alternate proposal. These measures would create a project with smaller variances in height, density,
GRFA, but still greater than what the neighbors developed.
Louise Todd is an Apollo Park owner since 1979. The Apollo park owners did show up today and there
are owners following this every single meeting.
No further comment, public comment closed.
Smith, up or down this is going to go to Council. We’re a recommending body. Agrees that it fails to meet
criteria 1 and 2 in conjunction with proximity to Gore Creek on the south face. The North building is
acceptable. With the Wren in it’s current form, there are a lot of things that would not be built today.
Smith’s primary concern is on 40% slope and the height and mass. This fails to meet criteria 6, right
where it bow out and is tall is the issue. The development is following their property line, it would be
beneficial to maintain the existing grade if their property line wasn’t that shape. There would be a public
interest in pushing it back on the bow. It’s reasonable to assume that building won’t age as well because
it is a timeshare structure. It’s commendable you have gotten this far. We have regulated ourselves out
of street trees, and the expectation for landscaping doesn’t match civic and fire expectations, which is
not unique to this property or a failure of the applicant.
Smith, regarding housing plan, it would be inconsistent with 12-26-A, code expects actual units. That’s
the letter but understands that the expectation has changed. If the Council decides to take the money,
spend it as quickly as possible. Doesn’t believe the master plan policy language is intended to create a
requirement for 100% onsite EHUs. The proposal for specialized EHUs is innovative but doesn’t think
that policy exists, wouldn’t be appropriate as a condition. The EIR is acceptable, shared fire access with
Wren would be beneficial as well as shared landscaping but not something we can impose. Exceeding
density and GRFA are not insurmountable deviations, but the public benefit needs to be defined and
accepted by Council. Concurs that it meets criteria 3,5,7,9.
Hagedorn, as currently drawn, agrees with Smith’s take on criteria. His target has never moved, that was
his comment during the work session. This needs a large public benefit commensurate with the ask,
don’t believe we’re there. Talks about the history of Altus, the EHUs onsite were a benefit to counteract
the ask. Currently we’re at 1:4 EHU/DU rate compared to Altus which was 1:1. Getting comfortable with
north building as I said last meeting. The south buildings are still primarily an issue. There hasn’t been a
big shift on height, there are one or two points that actually went up. There’s a lot of focus on the north
façade of south building, but the public would see six stories on the south side of the building. In terms of
what was built at VMVR, that’s an issues of enforcement, that’s not something we consider as a
commission now. Disagrees with staff, doesn’t see the sunshade as anything different than Altus. On
housing affordability, sees no way that that concept can be brought in, if we’re going to go down that
route we need to talk changes to Title 12. If we want to make changes, let’s make it consistent, don’t
think it’s appropriate here, we need to be consistent and clear, put it in Title 12. In terms of emergency
access, the codes change and the plans need to change, don’t see that as mitigating for landscaping.
Lipnick, looked at review criteria, the proposed mass, scale and height do not meet the criteria. The
GRFA exceeds the appropriate amount of development for this site. Appreciates the Fire Department
recommendations and we all have to deal with that. The first three criteria are met, but the height is not.
The proposed plan is for six stories rather than four so doesn’t think the criteria are met.
Jensen, thanks Smith and Hagedorn for articulate messaging. Regarding the height, unit density, GRFA,
if this project was smaller the variances needed for it to come to a reality can be achieved. Given where
we sit right now, agrees with staff recommendation to deny.
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Rediker, looking at relationship to surrounding structures, it is clearly too big. The south building at five to
six stories doesn’t mesh with the master plan and context of neighboring properties. Would have liked to
see a shorter building at four stories, that step back from the creek. There is eventually going to be a
much bigger building on this site than what is there. What is appropriate is going shorter towards the
creek at four stories. The master plan clearly talks about stepping back from the frontage rood. The
landscaping along the frontage road is about as good as you can get with the limitations there.
Affordability is an issue, it’s in the master plan. Right now we don’t have anything concrete with the
application for the SDD, we don’t have a proposal to ensure affordability and availability for workforce.
That was a problem with Altus and we don’t want to repeat it. Commend applicants for their employee
housing but needs that to be looked at the next level of review. Thanks public comment and applicant
team.
See item 4.2 for staff report and attachments
Planner: Greg Roy
4.3 A request for review of a Conditional Use Permit amendment, pursuant to Section 12-6H-3
Conditional Uses, Vail Town Code, in accordance with Title 12, Chapter 16, Conditional
Use Permits, Vail Town Code, to allow for timeshare units, located at Located at 442 South
Frontage Road East/ Vail Village Filing 5, Tract D. (PEC25-0024)
Applicant Name: Lunar Vail Land Investments, LLC represented by Ruther Associates LLC
Time: 5 min
Planner: Heather Knight
Applicant Name: Ferruco Vail Ventures LLC, represented by Mauriello Planning Group
Time: 45 min.
4.4 A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a zone district boundary
amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to allow for the
rezoning of 16 Vail Road, Vail Village Filing 1, Lots M & O, also known as Vail Village Inn
Phase IV, from the Public Accommodation (PA) Zone District to the Vaill Village Inn (VVI)
Zone District. (PEC25-0032)
Timestamp: 4:24:00 Planner Knight gives a presentation. She touches on the history of the area and the
zoning standards. She goes through the review the criteria, staff finds it is meeting the criteria and is
recommending approval.
The applicant is represented by Dominic Mauriello with Mauriello Planning Group.
Hagedorn, what is the motivation here?
Mauriello, because of the SDD going away, we could stay in PA zoning but this district was created for
this area. This district has more flexible landscaping standards built in.
Robert N Lipnick made a motion to forward a recommendation of denial with the findings on page 18;
Brad Hagedorn seconded the motion Passed (5 - 0).
Brad Hagedorn made a motion to Table to the meeting on Nov. 10th; Robyn Smith seconded the motion
Passed (5 - 0).
PEC25-0032 Staff Memo.pdf
Attachment A. Vail Village Filing 1 Block 5D Lots M-N-O - Sebastian - Vicinity Map.pdf
Attachment B. PEC25-0032 Applicant Narrative.pdf
Attachment C. PEC25-0032 Title and Existing Plans.pdf
Attachment D. Ordinance No.15 Series of 2025.pdf
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Jensen, how is the HOA looking at this?
Mauriello, they are separate HOAs but do have some internal overlap. This will make it have consistent
zoning, won’t necessarily change relationship between properties.
Public comment opened, no comment, public comment closed.
Smith agrees criteria are met.
Hagedorn agrees conditions are met. It came down to dimensional standards, bringing setbacks in line.
The height is the same, the density is a give here but density is not always a driver of mass and bulk.
Good to bring in line with this zone district that was crafted for this area.
Lipnick feels the criteria are met, is in favor.
Jensen echoes comments, criteria and conditions are met.
Rediker agrees, looking at the standards, this is non-conforming significantly, now everything will comply.
Agrees with findings.
Planner: Heather Knight
Applicant Name: Town of Vail, represented by Matt Gennett
Time: 30 min.
4.5 A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for prescribed regulations
amendments to Title 12, Zoning Regulations, Article 7B: Commercial Core 1 (CC1) District;
Article 7C: Commercial Core 2 (CC2) Zone District; Article 7H: Lionshead Mixed Use 1
(LMU-1) Zone District; and, Article 7I: Lionshead Mixed Use 2 (LMU-2) Zone District,
pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendments, Vail Town Code, to add language regarding
conversions of existing eating and drinking establishments. (PEC25-0034)
Planner: Matt Gennett
Applicant Name: Red Lion Building, LLC represented by George Ruther of Ruther Associates LLC
Time: 30 min.
4.6 A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council, pursuant to Section 3-2-6A,
Function, Vail Town Code, to add a subarea site specific section and associated language
for the Red Lion Building to the Vail Village Master Plan (PEC-25-0029)
Timestamp: 4:41:50 Community Development Director Matt Gennett gives a presentation. He touches on
the proposal and the relevant Town plans. He walks through the review criteria; staff finds it meets the
criteria and is recommending the commission forward a recommendation of approval.
Brad Hagedorn made a motion to Recommend for approval with the findings on page 12; Robyn Smith
seconded the motion Passed (5 - 0).
PEC25-0034_Staff_Memo.pdf
PEC25-0034 Attachment A.pdf
Brad Hagedorn made a motion to Table to the meeting on Oct. 27th; Robyn Smith seconded the motion
Passed (4 - 0).
PEC25-0029 Staff Memo.pdf
101325 Vail Village Master Plan Amendment - Red Lion Building.pdf
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The applicant is represented by George Ruther with Ruther Associates. Ruther gives a presentation.
Scott Redner owns the Shakedown bar. Their business continues to grow, they have been interested in
expanding. Talks about the opportunities for expanding music shows and food options.
Rediker doesn’t disagree with the goals here. References the proposed language about the Town
collaborating with the Red Lion to allow patios to expand into the right of way. Concerned about getting
so specific about addressing one specific property in a master plan. Why is this language here?
Ruther, it is should not shall, this is an advisory document not a regulatory document. The though is that
if this is about maintaining vibrancy, maybe the Town should participate as well with the resources it has.
Gennett talks about the existing outdoor patio on the western elevation of the Red Lion.
Rediker talks about some of the pedestrian traffic challenges in this area. Wants to be careful about
mandatory language in here especially for one specific property.
The expansion should be explored or considered, Gennett and Rediker discuss possible changes such
as the expansion should be explored or considered.
Smith, does outdoor patios count towards no-net loss commercial? Gennett say no.
Rod Littlefelder, representing the ownership group of Red Lion restaurant. Commends PEC on the work
you do. He has received a lot of public input that Vail would not be Vail without the Red Lion. It is the
longest running business establishment in Vail. The building needs redevelopment, but whatever you do,
do not let the Red Lion leave street level.
Dana Tang, owns two residential units in Red Lion, they have been in Vail village since 1970. Agree that
Vail should have dining and entertainment and nightlife in the village and supports that, but a master plan
should include all aspects of planning for the village. The master plan should plan for a copacetic and
happy relationship between commercial and residential. It’s a little bit short-sighted and limited to have
writing all about vibrancy and not how it will be created for the Town and residential. The idea that you
would say maintain the outdoor dining, we should think for the future, the existing is not very well
maintained or managed. We should ask that the commercial redevelopment address those kind of
issues. The master plan should clearly have language that deals with trash management. There should
be some verbiage about how noise is handled. This is promoting an incentive for the commercial, but
understand this is also a burden on the residential in the building.
Rediker, what is the creation of economic land use incentives in the language?
Ruther it is should versus shall. In this case, maybe the incentive is a change in review process, waiver
of fees, parking requirement, etc..
Jensen says Dana Tang had some well presented comments. We’re looking at one document, but how
does that play into other pieces? The Red Lion has been there a longtime, he is supportive of vibrancy
commitment, but would encourage balancing that with residential component.
Lipnick, no comments.
Hagedorn, in general in favor, hesitant of no-net loss but that’s another item. Understands public
comments, we have separate sections of code that address many of those concerns, the master plan is
not the place to address those, this doesn’t change residential rights.
Smith, appreciates using master plan for what we want to achieve in this area. Scary to imagine change
but agrees Vail should be vibrant and cool and keep it going for the next generation. Supports common
consumption area and entertainment district in the area. Appreciates incentives alluded to in the master
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plan.
Rediker, wonders why this is necessary. He is not comfortable with “Town should explore, to be
successful…”Not sure about “exploring the creation of incentives” Agrees with the importance of the
commercial spaces in this building, but if we’re looking at 3.9 made some suggestions about the
language.
Ruther, the town passed an emergency ordinance, the Red Lion had an active application. We’re trying
to break the logjam so the building can move forward and achieve what they both want.
Rediker wants to soften language, don’t want people to think anything is mandatory.
5.Approval of Minutes
5.1 9-22-2025 PEC Meeting Minutes
6.Information Update
7.Adjournment
Robyn Smith made a motion to forward a recommendation of approval with the findings on pg. 6 & 7;
Brad Hagedorn seconded the motion Failed (2 - 2).
Voting For: Brad Hagedorn, Robyn Smith
Voting Against: John Rediker, William A Jensen
John Rediker made a motion to forward a recommendation of approval striking the three sentences
discussed and proposing additional language, including the findings on page 6 & 7; William A Jensen
seconded the motion Passed (4 - 0).
092225 PEC Minutes.pdf
Robyn Smith made a motion to Approve ; Brad Hagedorn seconded the motion Passed (4 - 0).
Robyn Smith made a motion to Adjourn ; Brad Hagedorn seconded the motion Passed (4 - 0).
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STAFF PRESENTATION
Heather Knight, Planner II
PEC25-0032
Zone District Boundary
Amendment
16 Vail Road -
Sebastian
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Vicinity Map
Town of Vail | PEC25-0032 | vailgov.com 619
Description of Request
Town of Vail | PEC25-0032 | vailgov.com
•The proposed zoning would replace the
current Public Accommodation (PA)
zoning. In the past, this site developed
through a combination of the existing PA
zoning and Special Development District
No. 6.
•Special Development District No. 6 was
invalidated through a court order in 2022,
rendering the properties developed
under those standards as illegal non-
conforming.
•There are five (5) phases of SDD No.6 and
the subject property of this application,
the Sebastian Hotel, is Phase IV.
•Phases 1,2 & 3 were recently rezoned to
VVI zone district
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Zoning Standards
Town of Vail | PEC25-0032 | vailgov.com 621
Current & Permitted Uses
Town of Vail | PEC25-0032 | vailgov.com
Under VVI, commercial space is not limited
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13-7-7 Specifically
Town of Vail | PEC25-0032 | vailgov.com
13-7-7 CONDOMINIUM CONVERSION OF LODGE OR
ACCOMMODATION UNITS; NO NEW CONVERSIONS
ALLOWED; EXCEPTION.
There shall not be permitted any conversion of a lodge or
accommodation unit within the town to a condominium, except as
provided for the provision of employee housing units. Employee
housing units created pursuant to this chapter are subject to the
definitions, requirements and provisions of Title 12, Chapters 13
and 16 of this code, as amended.
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Criteria for Review
Town of Vail | PEC25-0032 | vailgov.com
1.The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent with all the applicable
elements of the adopted goals, objectives and policies outlined in the Vail
comprehensive plan and is compatible with the development objectives of the town.
2.The extent to which the zone district amendment is suitable with the existing and
potential land uses on the site and existing and potential surrounding land uses as
set out in the town's adopted planning documents.
3.The extent to which the zone district amendment presents a harmonious, convenient,
workable relationship among land uses consistent with municipal development
objectives.
4.The extent to which the zone district amendment provides for the growth of an
orderly viable community and does not constitute spot zoning as the amendment
serves the best interests of the community as a whole.
5.The extent to which the zone district amendment results in adverse or beneficial
impacts on the natural environment, including, but not limited to, water quality, air
quality, noise, vegetation, riparian corridors, hillsides and other desirable natural
features.
6.The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent with the purpose
statement of the proposed zone district.
7.The extent to which the zone district amendment demonstrates how conditions have
changed since the zoning designation of the subject property was adopted and is no
longer appropriate.
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Key Points
Town of Vail | PEC25-0032 | vailgov.com
•The VVI district allows for more commercial development, which is a goal in multiple planning
documents including the Vail Village Master Plan and the Land Use plan. Land Use plan goal 3.4
states: “3.4 Commercial growth should be concentrated in existing commercial areas to
accommodate both local and visitor needs.”
•Phases 1-3 of the Vail Village Inn Plaza located just east of the subject site were also recently
rezoned to the new VVI zone district – there is consistency in zoning of adjacent properties.
•The Comprehensive Plan also looks to increase the commercial development in the area. Under
the VVI zone district, there will be no limit to commercial uses on the basement or ground floor –
thus activating the pedestrian level.
•“The Vail Village Inn District is intended to provide sites for general shopping and commercial
facilities serving the town, together with multiple-family dwelling and lodge and accommodation
uses as may be appropriate. The District is intended to ensure adequate light, air, open space and
other amenities appropriate to permitted types of buildings and uses, and to maintain a convenient
pedestrian environment for permitted commercial uses.”
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Thank you
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November 4, 2025
The Sebastian Rezoning
Town Council
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Introduction
Greg Spencer
Chief Executive Officer Timbers Resorts
Lori Miller
Director of Asset Management Timbers Resorts
Dominic Mauriello
Founder Mauriello Planning Group
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PEC Recommendation
•PEC voted unanimously to recommend approval of rezoning on October 13,
2025
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Background
Vail Village Inn
•Town’s legal counsel’s opinion is that the courts have rendered the Vail Village
Inn SDD invalid
‣The Sebastian is currently zoned Public Accommodation (PA)
•Rezoning will eliminate any ambiguity with respect to the status of the zoning
on the property
•One of the longer term goals of the Town has been to eliminate the need for
SDDs
•This application will help promote that goal
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Vail Village Inn Zone District
•Town Council approved Ord. No.
15, 2025, creating new zone
district: Vail Village Inn (VVI)
Zone District
•Phases 1-3 of the Village Inn
Plaza were rezoned to this new
created zone district
•The Sebastian Hotel (Phase IV) of
Vail Village Inn is requesting to
also be included in new zone
district.
Background
Phase 4 Sebas*an: Proposed to be Zoned VVI
Phase 5: Zoned PA
Phase 1-2: Zoned VVI
Phase 3: Zoned VVI
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The Sebastian
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The Sebastian: USES
Use Level Permitted Conditional
Accommodation Units (Hotel)All levels X
Eating and Drinking Establishments 1st
2nd
X
X
Fractional Fee Units 2nd and above X
Employee Housing Units 2nd and above X
Multiple Family Residential 2nd and above X
Retail 1st X
Conference 1st and basement X
Spa Basement/garden X
Accessory (ski valet, fitness, pool, parking)All levels
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The Sebastian: USES
•Vail Village Inn zone district allows The Sebastian to be a CONFORMING USE
•Rezoning to VVI zone district will allow all of the existing uses within the building
•Any existing use on the property that requires a conditional use shall be allowed
to continue but any future expansion of such a use will require approval of a
conditional use permit
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Standard Existing VVI District Compliance
Total Lot Area 63,902.52 sq. ft.No Change yes
Minimum Lot Area n/a 10,000 sq. ft.yes
Setbacks Varies from 0 ft. to 10 ft.10’ except as DRB or PEC may reduce yes, per prior relief given
Height 77.25 ft
99.75 ft (tower)
As existing or 45 ft. flat/48 ft. sloping
(nonconforming allowed to continue)yes
Density - Dwellings
2 DUs
49 FFU
100 AU
18 Type III EHUs (38 beds)
No restriction on number of dwelling units,
employee housing units, fractional fee units, or
accommodation units
yes
GRFA 104,615 sq. ft.
Per 2013 PEC memo 165% of lot area or 105,439.15 sq. ft.yes
Commercial Floor Area
9,456 sq. ft. total
4,789 sq. ft. F&B
4,667 sq. ft. spa
Unlimited yes
Conference and Meeting Rooms 12,534 sq. ft.Unlimited yes
Site Coverage 64.7% or 41,400 sq. ft.
per plat
60% of lot area (nonconforming allowed to
continue) below grade excepted yes, per nonconformity
Landscaping < 30%
Per the approved plans
30% unless less landscape area approved by PEC
or DRB yes, per prior relief given
Parking as exists Per code, added to parking pay in lieu yes
Loading as exists No reduction in loading facilities yes
The Sebastian: DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
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The Sebastian: DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
•The Sebastian Hotel as constructed today exceeds or is deficient with many
of Public Accommodation zone district development standards including
commercial floor area, site coverage, landscape area, and building height
➡All deviations allowed under the Special Development District
•VVI zone district allows The Sebastian Hotel to comply with development
standards based on improved development standards and nonconforming
standards specifically tailored to this zone district
➡Only exception is site coverage (remains nonconforming under VVI)
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Zone District Boundary Amendment
Criteria For Review Applicant
Submittal
Staff
Finding
The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent with all the applicable elements of the adopted goals,
objectives and policies outlined in the Vail comprehensive plan and is compatible with the development objectives of the
town
Complies Complies
The extent to which the zone district amendment is suitable with the existing and potential land uses on the site and
existing and potential surrounding land uses as set out in the town's adopted planning documents Complies Complies
The extent to which the zone district amendment presents a harmonious, convenient, workable relationship among land
uses consistent with municipal development objectives Complies Complies
The extent to which the zone district amendment provides for the growth of an orderly viable community and does not
constitute spot zoning as the amendment serves the best interests of the community as a whole Complies Complies
The extent to which the zone district amendment results in adverse or beneficial impacts on the natural environment,
including, but not limited to, water quality, air quality, noise, vegetation, riparian corridors, hillsides and other desirable
natural features
Complies Complies
The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent with the purpose statement of the proposed zone district Complies Complies
The extent to which the zone district amendment demonstrates how conditions have changed since the zoning
designation of the subject property was adopted and is no longer appropriate Complies Complies
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Summary
•Staff recommends approval of the proposed rezoning
•With this rezoning, only Phase V remains zoned Public Accommodation
(based on the invalidation of the SDD)
•Rezoning to VVI zone district will allow The Sebastian to be in conformance
with all allowable uses and all development standards (with exception of site
coverage)
•Rezoning is consistent with the criteria for review for a Zone District Boundary
Amendment
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Thank You
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.6
Item Cover Page
DATE:November 18, 2025
TIME:5 min.
SUBMITTED BY:Stephanie Bibbens, Community Development
ITEM TYPE:Action Items
AGENDA SECTION:Public Hearings (6:20pm)
SUBJECT:Ordinance No. 30, Series of 2025, Second Reading, An Ordinance
Repealing Ordinance No. 13, Series of 2025, to Lift the
Temporary Suspension on the Acceptance and Processing of
Applications, the Scheduling of Public Hearings and the
Issuance of Building Permits related to the Conversion of Eating
and Drinking Establishments to any other Permitted or
Conditional Use in the SBR, SBR-2, CC-1, LMU-1, LMU-2 and PA
Zone Districts (7:10pm)
SUGGESTED ACTION:Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Ordinance No. 30,
Series of 2025 upon second reading.
PRESENTER(S):Matt Gennett, Community Development Director
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
Restaurant Conversion Stay Lift-O103025_mg.docx
Public Comment.pdf
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ORDINANCE NO. 30
SERIES 2025
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 13, SERIES 2025, TO
LIFT THE TEMPORARY SUSPENSION ON THE ACCEPTANCE AND
PROCESSING OF APPLICATIONS, THE SCHEDULING OF PUBLIC
HEARINGS AND THE ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS RELATED TO
THE CONVERSION OF EATING AND DRINKING ESTABLISHMENTS TO
ANY OTHER PERMITTED OR CONDITIONAL USE IN THE SBR, SBR-2,
CC-1, CC-2, LMU-1, LMU-2, AND PA ZONE DISTRICTS
WHEREAS, on June 3, 2025, the Town Council adopted Ordinance No. 13, Series
2025, which imposed a temporary suspension on the acceptance and processing of
applications and the scheduling of public hearings related to the conversion of eating and
drinking establishments to any other permitted or conditional use in the zone districts cited
herein to allow the Town Council to consider amendments to the Vail Town Code in
furtherance of the Master Plans and related goals of supporting nightlife and maintaining
vibrancy in the Town.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO, THAT:
Section 1. Ordinance No. 13, Series 2025, is hereby repealed in its entirety.
Section 2. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this
ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not effect the validity of
the remaining portions of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would
have passed this ordinance, and each part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or
phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more parts, sections, subsections,
sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid.
Section 3. The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this
ordinance is necessary and proper for the health, safety and welfare of the Town and the
inhabitants thereof.
Section 4. The amendment of any provision of the Vail Town Code as provided
in this ordinance shall not affect any right which has accrued, any duty imposed, any
violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution commenced, nor
any other action or proceeding as commenced under or by virtue of the provision
amended. The amendment of any provision hereby shall not revive any provision or any
ordinance previously repealed or superseded unless expressly stated here in.
Section 5. All bylaws, orders, resolutions and ordinances, or parts thereof,
inconsistent herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer
shall not be construed to revise any bylaw, order, resolution or ordinance, or part thereof,
theretofore repealed.
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INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED
PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this 4th day of November, 2025 and a
public hearing for second reading of this Ordinance set for the 18th day of November,
2025, in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail, Colorado.
_____________________________
Travis Coggin, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Stephanie Kauffman, Town Clerk
READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED
this 18th day of November, 2025.
_____________________________
Travis Coggin, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Stephanie Kauffman, Town Clerk
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From:George Ruther
To:Council Dist List
Cc:Matt Gennett; Jeff Selby; Charlie Selby
Subject:Ordinance Nos. 27 and 30, Series of 2025
Date:Monday, November 17, 2025 10:48:18 AM
Good Morning -
I am writing on behalf of my clients, Jeff and Charlie Selby, owners of commercial spaces C-1
through C-7 within the Red Lion Building, to express their support for the passage of Ordinance
Nos. 27 and 30, Series of 2025, on second reading.
These two ordinances, plus the recent passage of Resolution No. 52, ensure that no net loss of
existing eating and drinking establishment square footage will occur as a result of the pending
renovation of the commercial spaces within the Red Lion Building.
As you may be aware, the Red Lion Building renovation development application is on the
agenda of the PEC on December 8. We are eager to begin the renovation in the early spring of
2026 in full accordance with the Town's updated policies.
I appreciate your consideration.
George Ruther, AICP
Principal
Ruther Associates LLC
C (970) 376-2675
george@rutherassociates.com
P.O. Box 6516, Vail, CO 81658
643