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VEAC Meeting Minutes 12-11-18 - FINALVEAC Minutes December 11, 2018 Vail Economic Advisory Council December 11, 2018 Vail Town Council Chambers 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM MEETING MINUTES VEAC Members Present: Sarah Franke, Rayla Kundolf, Greg Moffett, Chris Romer, Lori Pohl, Michael Connolly, Kim Newbury-Rediker, Mark Gordon, Bob Boselli, Mike Glass, Alison Wadey, Laurie Mullen, Mike Lange, Meredith MacFarlane, Matt Ivy, Mark Gordon, Town of Vail Staff Present: Mia Vlaar - Economic Development Director, Kathleen Halloran – Finance Director, Greg Clifton – Town Manager, Ernest Saeger, Special Events Coordinator, Matt Miano, Economic Development Coordinator, Matt Gennett, Community Development Director, Jonathon Spence Others Present: Lou Beeker (4240), Tom Braun(Braun Associates), Danica Powell(Trestle Strategy) December Packet Link AGENDA Financial Update, Kathleen Halloran (5 minutes) • Sales tax through October 6.9% up YTD • 14.5% up Real Estate Transfer Tax • Construction is also up nearly double from prior year. Combination of commercial and residential large projects • $60 million collected this year in total revenues (up 9.7% from prior year) Civic Area Plan & Process, Matt Gennett (40 minutes) • Introduction from Matt Gennett – Tom Braun, Danica Powell, Lou Beeker – development team • Tom Braun – Launching Engagevail.com today • Why? To guide future use and development. What’s missing and what can be better? End result will be masterplan • Braun went through project overview and goals from PowerPoint presentation found in the VEAC packet • History of town development discussed. Many previous plans were discussed but not seen through to fruition. Also outlined in presentation. VEAC Minutes December 11, 2018 • Lou Beeker- looking at areas of opportunity, most of which are town owned and others we call ‘areas of influence’ which may or may not become part of the civic area plan. • First opportunity that connects parallel to the creek and allows for connection between both villages • Went through “Successful Civic Area Master Plan” slides • Powell – allow public to engage in forums and discussions and have a civic dialogue. • Hope to add to the website as time goes on, not static • Encouraged all to register on Engage Vail Website • Goal is to reach those who would not normally participate in the civic process • Demonstrated map feature where you can pin areas of the civic space that you love and can share a story as to why • ‘Take a Survey’ Link -tell us what you like, what works, what is missing etc. This information is exceptionally valuable to the process • Gordon – Looking for different demographics, not just locals? A) Absolutely, we want feedback from all, not limiting the outreach • Kundolf – I didn’t hear a lot about needs, it is more ‘feel good’. I’d like to see a greater focus on the needs of our community based on event space and other community needs. • Danica- Thank you for that, we welcome all feedback and that is what this process is about. • Gennett – you are all encouraged to give opinions and we will be looking for a set of priorities from various boards and commissions • Gordon – Will you be Facebook advertising? A) Not sure of plan but hoping to work with Suzanne to do so. • Tiff Funds at $30 million • Mullens - Are there restrictions and limitations to ideas? A) Gennett – we have to be realistic but we do want people to think outside the box and think creatively • Braun – It is our job to test out ideas and consider feasibility. Some will go by wayside others will be pursued. • Gordon – Do adjacent lots affect the TIF district? A) We are pursuing best uses of TIF funds whatever that looks like, public/ private partnerships etc. • Next Steps discussed. Revisit engagevail.com to see updates an participate in discussions. VEAC follow-up in January. • Vlaar – We are looking for a spokesperson from VEAC, please consider and reach out to us if interested. VCBA Update, Alison Wadey (10 minutes) • Wadey summarized various new businesses that have opened recently or will be opening in the next few months • Wadey commented that Vail Market is doing great and filling a void • Local Joes and Gilded Spruce both under new ownership VEAC Minutes December 11, 2018 • Hosting a new employee party at Garfinkle’s tomorrow night so send your employees over, 5pm-7pm • Discount cards available for Mountain Ambassador program Health Care Program, Chris Romer (10 minutes) • Played webinar that discusses health plan • Romer- everyone in our office priced out compared to the marketplace and saved anywhere from 30-58% • With mandate going away Jan 1 we home this is a good niche for those who would consider going without insurance • Rates are locked for 4 years with a 3% increase per year max. • Pre-existing conditions – not shareable expense year one but each year that benefit increase • Launched last Wednesday with at least 6 businesses already signed up as well as individuals. • Available to ‘like-minded individuals’ and businesses • Anna Robinson is point person at VVP to assist Housing in Vail, George Ruther (10 minutes) • Availability and affordability continue to be major issue for all of us • 2016 – adopted 2027 strategic action plan which included goal of obtaining 1000 deed restricted units • 2018 – Housing department began operation within Town of Vail • July 2018 – adopted housing policy statements • Vail Indeed program – preserves existing land and existing homes. Very cost effective. Acquired 105 deed restricted homes in about 1 year. Most are 1 one bedroom but there are various sized units. Avg cost per deed restriction is $62K, or $83/ square foot. Town has invested approx. $6.5 million inti the Indeed program. • 6 West Apartments in Edwards – offers employers housing opportunities for their employees down Valley • EHU Exchange Program – encourages property owners to get a higher performing deed restriction put into place or pay an ‘in lieu of’ fee • Looking forward – East Vail Parcel, Marriot Residence Inn, Mountain View Residences, $2.5 million appropriated by town council in 2019 for Vail Indeed program • Looking into long term funding source that is consistent, predictable and reliable • Boselli – Have you considered transportation issues with 6 West? We are looking at that and discussing with Eagle County potential solutions. Moffett – The project is located near Main Line for bus system. • Mullens – How do we ensure that housing we secure is for Vail residents and employees? Deed restriction says Eagle County but we have found 75-80% work within Town of Vail. VEAC Minutes December 11, 2018 Town Manager’s Report, Greg Clifton (5 minutes) • Town Council adopted 2019 budget at last council meeting • Short Term Rental policy was finalized • Looking for an employee to help enforce Short Term policies • Newbury-Rediker – I’d recommend you look for someone from lodging • Actively recruiting an IT Director and looking to hire outside of organization • Forming group to discuss Booth Falls Trailhead and parking • Program to assist with forest service needs • Vail Nature Center will now be operated by town and not Vail Recreation District. Town will contract out operation much the same way as past years. • Working through plans on Nordic Clubhouse • Red Sandstone Parking near completion. Contractors will be leased top 2 floors of structure until job is done but will allow structure to open • Q) Overnight parking allowed? A) I do not believe that overnight parking is allowed in that structure Citizen Input (5 minutes) • Other Business (5 minutes) • Vlarr- Calendar invites sent for 2019. Economic indicators in file, business review printed or digital? Digital Adjournment Next Meeting Tuesday, January 8, 2019 8:00 – 10:00 AM, Town Council Chambers