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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026_02_10 VLHA Meeting MinutesVail Local Housing Authority Meeting Minutes of February 10, 2026 | Page 1 of 3 Vail Local Housing Authority Minutes Tuesday, February 10, 2026 3:00 PM Vail Town Council Chambers and virtually via Zoom. Zoom Meeting 1 | Pre-Executive Session | https://vail.zoom.us/j/83110634258 Zoom Meeting 2 | Post-Executive Session | https://vail.zoom.us/j/86430463407 Present: Steve Lindstrom Dan Godec Christine Santucci Craig Denton Kristin Kenney Williams Staff Present: Jason Dietz, Director of Housing Robyn Smith, Senior Housing Coordinator 1. Call to Order (3:00pm) The meeting was called to order at 3:00 PM. A quorum was present. 2. Citizen Participation (5 min.) No public comment was received. 3. Approval of Minutes (5 min.) 3.1 Approval of January 13, 2026 Meeting Minutes Presenter(s): Robyn Smith, Senior Housing Coordinator Time: 2 min 2026-01-13 VLHA Meeting Minutes.pdf Kristin Kenney Williams moved to approve the January 13, 2026 meeting minutes as amended to remove duplicative language in the executive session motion. Dan Godec seconded. Motion passed (5–0). 4. Information Update 4.1 Housing Project Update Listen to update on Housing Development Projects. Presenter(s): Anna Bengtson, Housing Development Specialist Time: 15 mins. Jason Dietz, in lieu of Anna Bengtson, provided an update on active housing development projects. Timber Ridge construction and unit closings continue to advance toward occupancy milestones, with ongoing coordination related to upcoming site tours. Work at the South Frontage Road (South Face) project is progressing through early construction and site preparation phases in advance of vertical construction later in the year. At the CDOT East Vail parcel, surveying and entitlement activities are moving forward in preparation for subdivision, zoning, and future developer solicitation. The update was informational only, and no action was taken. Vail Local Housing Authority Meeting Minutes of February 10, 2026 | Page 2 of 3 5. Main Agenda 5.1 Housing Colorado Annual Membership Renewal Direct staff to renew annual membership for Housing Colorado and pay 2026 dues in an amount not to exceed $400. Presenter(s): Robyn Smith Time: 3 min Staff requested direction to renew the Authority’s annual Housing Colorado membership consistent with prior participation. The Authority provided consensus direction to renew membership and authorize payment of 2026 dues not to exceed $400, consistent with the approved budget. No formal motion was required. 5.2 GASB Standards for 501(c)(3)'s Listen and discuss. Presenter(s): Carlie Smith, Finance Director Time: 30 mins VLHA Component Unit Discussion.pdf Finance Director Carlie Smith presented informational guidance regarding Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements related to potential formation of a nonprofit entity and the criteria used to determine whether an organization becomes a governmental “component unit.” Discussion focused on fiscal independence, avoidance of ongoing financial dependency, and ensuring any future entity would not exist solely to benefit or financially support the Town of Vail. The presentation supplemented legal guidance previously requested by the Authority and was intended to inform future decision-making regarding a potential financial catalyst structure discussed in prior meetings. No action was taken. 5.3 VLHA + Housing Semi-Annual Update to Vail Town Council Review, discuss, and confirm direction for the February 17 presentation and joint session with Town Council. Presenter(s): Steve Lindstrom & Jason Dietz Time: 30 mins 2_Memo_VLHA_SemiAnnualUpdate_Prep_01132026.pdf The Authority reviewed preparation materials for the February 17, 2026 joint VLHA and Town Council session, including the proposed narrative framework and alignment with Council strategic priorities and adopted housing policy direction. Discussion emphasized refining presentation clarity, maintaining a high-level focus for Council discussion, and confirming alignment with previously identified 2026 priorities related to housing policy modernization, financial tools, and advancement of development projects. Staff was directed to continue refining presentation materials in advance of the joint session. No formal action was taken. 6. Staff Update Staff provided administrative updates including logistics for the upcoming Timber Ridge tour and joint session with Town Council, optional VLHA apparel coordination, and continued transition planning related to VLHA email accounts. No action was requested or taken. 7. Matters from the Chairman and Authority Members Authority members discussed general housing and market observations, including anecdotal rental and commercial lease conditions within the region and broader housing market dynamics. Discussion was informational only and no direction or action resulted. Vail Local Housing Authority Meeting Minutes of February 10, 2026 | Page 3 of 3 8. Executive Session 20 min. pursuant to: Kristin Kenney Williams made a motion to Adjourn executive session pursuant to C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(a)(e) - to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property interests and to determine positions, develop a strategy and instruct negotiators, regarding: submitted Vail InDEED applications and program details. C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(c) to consider matters required to be kept confidential by state law, namely the review of a housing file containing personally identifiable information related to a waiver request for the deed -restricted unit located at 931 Red Sandstone, Unit 1 under the Employee Housing Guidelines, Section V.C. The executive session is necessary to prevent disclosure of confidential information protected under the Colorado Open Records Act (C.R.S. § 24-72-204) and related privacy protections; Christine Santucci seconded the motion Passed (5 - 0). 9. Any Action as a Result of Executive Session Reconvened regular meeting at 4:52pm. No Action regarding Vail InDEED applications and program details. Kristin Kenney Williams made a motion that The Vail Local Housing Authority grant a limited waiver of deed-restriction compliance for calendar year 2025 for 931 Red Sandstone Road, Unit 1; recommend staff not to pursue enforcement for the 2025 compliance period; and affirm that all deed-restriction requirements remain fully enforceable beginning in 2026, with this action limited to the specific circumstances presented.; Craig Denton seconded the motion Passed (5 - 0). 10. Adjournment Adjourned by Chairman Steve Lindstrom at 4:53pm.