HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-11 Modify the Offical Avalanch Hazard Map to show Revisions RESOLUTION NO. 11, SERIES OF 2019
A RESOLUTION TO MODIFY THE OFFICIAL AVALANCHE HAZARD
MAP TO SHOW REVISIONS TO THE MODERATE (BLUE)AND SEVERE
(RED)HAZARD AVALANCHE AREAS RELATED TO THE VAIL
MEADOWS AVALANCHE PATH IN THE VICINITY OF 5002 SNOWSHOE
LANE,LOT 23 VAIL MEADOWS FILING NO. 1
WHEREAS,the Vail Meadows Avalanche Path is located in the Town of Vail in the
vicinity of 5002 Snowshoe Lane;
WHEREAS,the Vail Meadows Avalanche Path has been studied
extensively since 1975;
WHEREAS,Mr. Arthur I. Mears, P.E. is a recognized avalanche consultant
with over 30 years of experience;
WHEREAS,the investigation by Mr. Mears has determined that the existing
hazard delineations are not accurate;
WHEREAS, the proposed new delineation of the moderate and severe
hazard areas is the result of the best available data and modeling techniques; and
WHEREAS,this modification is in accordance with Section 12-21-13:
Restrictions in Geologically Sensitive Areas, Vail Town Code.
NOW,THEREFORE,be it resolved by the Town Council of the Town of
Vail, Colorado:
Section 1. That the Official Avalanche Hazard Map shall be modified per
Attachment A in accordance with the direction provided by Mr. Arthur I. Mears, P.E. in
the February 1, 2019 report bearing his name.
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 19th day of February, 2019.
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