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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
WORK SESSION
TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 1987
1:00 p.m.
AGENDA
1. Town Council/Planning and Environmental Commission Joint Meeting
to Discuss the Vail Village Master Plan
2. Planning and Environmental Commission Report
3. Other
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
WORK SESSION
TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 1987
1:00 P.M.
EXPANDED AGENDA
1:00 1. Town Council/Planning Commission Joint Meeting to Discuss
the Vail Village Master Plan
Action Requested of Council: Offer comments and direction
on the plan as proposed.
Backqround Rationale: This is the fourth of a series of
work sessions on the Plan. The focus of this discussion
will be on the Goals - Objectives - Policies of the Plan.
If time allows, other items can be discussed at this
meeting.
3:30 2. Planning and Environmental Commission Report
Peter Patten
3:40 3. Other
TO: Town Council and Planning Commission
FROM: Community Development
DATE: January 16, 1987
RE: Material to be reviewed for the January 27th joint session to
discuss the Vail Village Master Plan
To date, discussions on the Village Master Plan have centered on the overall
structure of the Plan and the specific sub-area concepts. The focus of this
meeting will be on the goals, objectives, and policy statements that have been
proposed in the Plan. The joint session is scheduled for 1:00 PM on Tuesday,
January 27th in the Council Chambers.
Attached to this memorandum you will find a revised copy of the goals,
objectives, and policies. These revisions are in response to comments made at
previous joint sessions as well as revisions proposed by staff. While a number
of changes have been made, the essence of these statements have remained in
tact. As is commonly done with revisions to ordinances, language added is in
all capital letters while language deleted has been left in the text but
crossed out.
It is our assumption that this discussion will easily take up the two hours
that have been allocated (remember the Land Use Plan meetings!?!) for this
meeting. In the event there is time remaining, we will be prepared to discuss
a variety of other topics. Among these are:
1. Public Improvements proposed in the Plan
- prioritization
- costs
2. Summary of private sector development
- residential units
- commercial square footage
3. Impact Fees
4. Conceptual discussion of the Plan's implementation
Please do not hesitate to call Tom or Peter with any questions that you may
have prior to the meeting.
As revised 1/14/87 with corrections
GOAL #1
ENCOURAGE HIGH QUALITY REDEVELOPMENT WHILE PRESERVING
THE UNIQUE ARCHITECTURAL SCALE OF THE VILLAGE IN ORDER
TO SUSTAIN VAIL'S SENSE OF COMMUNITY AND IDENTITY.
1. Objective: Utilize a consistent development review process based on a
pre-determined set of community goals designed to generally
reinforce the existing pattern of building heights and
character throughout the Village area.
1. Policy: Improvement projects approved in the Village shall be
consistent with the goals, objectives, policies and
design considerations as outlined in the Vail Village
Master Plan.
2. Objective: Provide incentives for the upgrading and redevelopment of
residential and commercial facilities.
1. Policy: Allow increased levels of development as identified by
the Action Plan or consistent with the Vail Village
Master Plan.
3. Objective: Mitigate the impacts of new growth and development with the
implementation of public improvements throughout the
Village.
1. Policy: 4arpl~eme-n& DEVELOP public improvements with the
participation of the private sector by establishing a
system of impact fees (OR OTHER APPROPRIATE MEANS) to
be assessed on new development i-n -tire -Vi-4l-age AS
PERMITTED UNDER THE VAIL VILLAGE OVERLAY ZONE
DISTRICT.
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GOAL #2
TO FOSTER A STRONG TOURIST INDUSTRY AND TO
PROMOTE YEAR-AROUND ECONOMIC HEALTH AND VIABILITY
FOR THE VILLAGE AND FOR THE COMMUNITY AS A WHOLE.
1. Objective: To recognize the variety of land uses found in the 10
sub-areas throughout the Village and allow for development
that is compatible with these established land use patterns.
1. Policy: The z o n i ng code, su*d+vtsi-en- reg-&l-atr4c nt-, and
development review criteria shall be consistent with
the ELEMENTS OF THE Vail Village Master Plan.
2. Objective: To recognize the "historic" commercial core as the main
activity center of Vail Village.
1. Policy: Preserve the existing architectural scale and
character of the core area of Vail Village THROUGH THE
UTILIZATION OF THE DESIGN CRITERIA AS ESTABLISHED IN
THE VAIL VILLAGE URBAN DESIGN GUIDE PLAN.
3. Objective: To increase the number of residential units throughout the
Village area available for short-term overnight
accommodations.
1. Policy: The development of accommodation units are strongly
encouraged. Any residential units that are developed
above existing density levels shall be designed or
managed in a manner that makes them available for
short-term rental.
4. Objective: Encourage the development of new commercial activity where
compatible with the existing character of the Village.
1. Policy: Commercial infill development CONSISTENT WITH
ESTABLISHED HORIZONTAL ZONING REGULATIONS shall be
encouraged to provide activity generators and
STREETSCAPE improvements'to the pedestrian network
throughout the Village.
2. Policy: Retail activity that provides night life and evening
entertainment for both the guest and the community
shall be encouraged.
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5. Objective: To encourage the continued upgrading and renovation of
existing lodging and commercial facilities to better serve
the needs of our guests.
1. Policy: On-site recreational (or other) amenities and group
meeting room facilities-w+- 4 SHALL be preserved and
enhanced through the redevelopment of lodging
properties.
2. Policy: Allow flexibility in the interpretation of building,
FIRE and zoning codes to facilitate building
renovations (when possible without compromising life,
health, and safety considerations).
6. Objective: Identify and implement improvements throughout the Village
to embellish the physical design features and pedestrian
amenities of public spaces.
1. Policy:_ Establish a system of impact fees f-o-r TO BE ASSESSED
ON new development to finance and construct iqW4-r_
improvements TO PUBLIC SPACES.
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GOAL #3
TO RECOGNIZE AS A TOP PRIORITY THE IMPORTANCE
OF MAINTAINING AND ENHANCING THE WALKING
EXPERIENCE THROUGHOUT THE VILLAGE
1. Objective: To physically improve the existing pedestrianways throughout
the Village by landscaping and other improvements.
1. Policy: To require streetscape improvements in and along
pedestrianways in conjunction with any infill
development projects.
2. Policy: Through the formation of a Public Arts Commission,
establish a process and identify appropriate locations
for the placement of public art.
3. Policy: Continue and expand the summer flower planting
program.
4. Policy: To upgrade the quality of the walking surface AND
OTHER STREETSCAPE ELEMENTS in the Village core.
5. POLICY: DESIGN AND IMPLEMENT A MASTER LIGHTING PLAN FOR ALL
PEDESTRIAN AND VEHICULAR WAYS IN.THE VILLAGE.
2. Objective: To control and minimize the amount of vehicular traffic in
the Village to the greatest extent possible.
1. Policy: Design and install traffic control systems at all
VEHICULAR access points to the Village'S &ore
PEDESTRIANIZED AREAS.
3. Objective: To p-r"4-de-fog, ENCOURAGE a wide variety of activities,
events, and street life along the Village's pedestrianways
and plazas.
1. Policy: Amend existing zoning regulations to allow for the
establishment of a regulated program of outdoor
vending in predetermined locations throughout the
Village.
2. Policy: To maintain existing outdoor dining decks and
encourage the development of new outdoor dining areas
through infill or redevelopment projects.
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4. Objective: Develop a continuous recreational path system through the
Village along Gore Creek.
1. Policy: Require the participation of developers in the
development of the Gore Creek wa4-kwa-y PATH SYSTEM in
conjunction with projects adjacent to the proposed
path system (or through an established impact fee
system).
2. POLICY: PHYSICAL IMPROVEMENTS TO PROPERTY ADJACENT TO GORE
CREEK SHALL NOT FURTHER RESTRICT THE ABILITY TO
DEVELOP THE GORE CREEK PATH AS PROPOSED ON THE ACTION
PLAN.
5. Objective: To minimize conflicts between the pedestrian experience and
service/delivery functions in the Village.
1. Policy: Control vehicular access by initiating INCREASED time
zoning limitations or other restrictions in the
Village Core.
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GOAL #4
PRESERVE EXISTING OPEN SPACE AREAS AND EXPAND
GREENBELT OPPORTUNITIES
1. Objective: To recognize and improve the open space areas found
throughout the Village (landscaped buffers, plazas, parks,
active recreation areas and open space) and to be cognizant
of the different role each plays.
1. Policy,: Existing recreational facilities shall be preserved.
Improvements to these facilities are encouraged
provided they are located on site or within the
Village area.
2. Policy: THE DEVELOPMENT OF NEW PUBLIC PLAZAS AND improvements
to EXISTING plazas (public art, streetscape features,
seating areas, etc.) are strongly encouraged to
reinforce their role as attractive people places.
3. Policy: Modifications to existing landscaped buffers may be
considered in conjunction with improvement projects
that are consistent with other goals and objectives of
the Vail Village Master Plan.
4. Policy: With the exception of ski base related facilities and
services, existing natural open space areas on Vail
Mountain and throughout Vail Village shall be
preserved.
5. Policy: The improvements proposed in the Ford Park Master Plan
will provide important recreational opportunities to
residents and guests of Vail Village, and its
implementation is strongly encouraged. Other parks
indicated on the Open Space Plan AND ACTION PLAN shall
be developed in conjunction with the development of
the Gore Creek Path System.
2. Objective: To improve and expand the opportunity for active and passive
recreational activity throughout the Village.
1. Policy: Require the implementation of open space improvements
as shown on the Action Plan in conjunction with infill
or redevelopment projects.
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GOAL #5
IMPROVE THE TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM AND INFRASTRUCTURE
BY INCREASING BOTH ITS CAPACITY AND EFFICIENCY
THROUGHOUT THE VILLAGE AREA.
1. Objective: Meet the parking demands throughout the Village by the
utilization of both public and private parking facilities.
1. Policy: Continue to promote the lease parking program as a
means for maximizing the utilization of private
parking spaces.
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Tewm' s- par4i sg f-trn4.
2. POLICY: ONSITE PARKING SHALL BE PROVIDED TO MEET ANY
ADDITIONAL PARKING DEMAND REQUIRED FOR NEW DEVELOPMENT
THAT IS LOCATED OUTSIDE OF THE COMMMERCIAL CORE I ZONE
DISTRICT.
3. POLICY: ANY FUTURE EXPANSION TO THE VAIL VILLAGE PARKING
STRUCTURE SHALL MAXIMIZE THE NUMBER OF ADDITIONAL
PARKING SPACES AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC PARKING IN THE
VILLAGE.
2. Objective: Encourage the use of public transportation to minimize the
use of private automobiles in the Village and throughout
Vail.
1. Policy: Maintain the efficient operation of the Town bus
system and increase service levels as needed to meet
demand.
2. Policy: Facilitate AND ENCOURAGE the operation of private
shuttle vans.
3. Policy: Study the feasibility of A "people movers" or other
public transportation alternatives to replace the
existing bus system.
3. Objective: Concentrate the majority of transit activity at the
periphery of Vail Village to minimize vehicular traffic on
pedestrianized areas.
1. Policy: Continue to utilize the Vail Transportation Center as
the primary pick-up and drop-off point for public
transit and private shuttle vans.
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2. Policy: Construct vehicular circulation improvements designed
to reduce unnecessary traffic into the Village CORE.
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3. Policy: Continue to monitor traffic flow through the 4-way
stop area and study alternatives available to both
increase efficiency of this intersection and meet
future traffic demands.
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GOAL #6
INSURE THE CONTINUED IMPROVEMENT OF THE VITAL
OPERATIONAL ELEMENTS WITHIN THE VILLAGE
1. Objective: Maintain the existing level of loading and delivery
facilities in the Village and provide additional facilities
as needed in conjunction with new development proposals.
1. Policy: Ptrstre STUDY feasible alternatives for providing long
range SOLUTIONS FOR loading and delivery functions in
the Village.
2. Objective: Development and improvement projects shall provide for the
safe and efficient functions of the Fire, Police and Public
Works departments.
1. Policy: Development projects and other improvements in Vail
Village shall be reviewed by those affected
departments to identify both the impacts of the
proposal and potential mitigating measures.
3. Objective: To allow for a limited amount of private sector-devel-o~
IMPROVEMENTS on Town of Vail land provided that it satisfies
urban design goals for the Village area_.as..a whole.
1. Policy: Gftl-_* ic~ss-Private, permanent improvements
(structures) as designated on the Urban Design Guide
Plan or Action Plan shall NOT be permitted on Town of
Vail land or right-of-way WITHOUT A PUBLIC HEARING
PROCESS AND as approved under conditions (which may
include financial and other considerations)
established by the Town Council.
2. Policy: Minor improvements (landscaping, paving, dining decks,
etc.) shall be permitted on Town of Vail land or
right-of-way (with review and.approval by the Town
Council AND PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION WHEN
APPLICABLE), provided they do not impede Town
operations.
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PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
January 26, 1987
2:00 PM Site Inspections
3:00 PM Public Hearing
1. Approval of minutes of January 12, 1987.
2. A request for an exterior alteration in order to build a glass
enclosed stairway connecting Unit 8 to Unit 14 in the Casino
Building.
Applicant: First Franklin Financial, Inc.
3. A request for an exterior alteration in Commercial Core I in
order to add an entry and a request for a conditional use permit
to modify the existing dining patio of the Clock Tower Restaurant
in the Clock Tower building.
Applicant: Clock Tower/Roger Riggert
4. A request for an exterior alteration in Commercial Core II in
order to add less than 100 square feet of floor space to the
Lionshead Lazier Arcade Building.
Applicant: Lazier Commercial Properties
5. A request for front and rear setback variances and a variance to
minimum landscape requirements in order to construct & building
at 1031 South Frontage Road West (commonly known as the Voliter
property).
Applicant: Vail Commercial Partnership
Note: This is Duane Piper's last meeting. His term has expired.
RECD JAN 2 1 1987
A'I'Al"T L E R A T 14 N I L
January 19, 1987
Mr. Ron Phillips
Town of Vail
75 S. Frontage Road West
Vail, CO 81657
Dear Ron:
I read last week's letter to the editor about the abusive
bus driver... too bad. However, last night I met TOV's most
entertaining bus driver.
Dave Story, is without a doubt, the best bus driver I have seen
in my 6 years in Vail. He has a great sense of humor and enough
patience to deal with last night's drunks.
He was so funny that I ended up passing my original stop to stay
on and listen to his jokes. In fact, there were about 12 people
doing the same thing. one lady said she'd made three complete
circuits and was still laughing!
one group of three elderly couples at the front of the bus said
they were having more fun riding his bus than they did skiing
that day.
Dave jokingly referred to the bus system as "the lifeblood of the
community." I don't know about that, but I do know there are
some Vail visitors who now have a very favorable view of the
local employees.
Hats off...
Bert Farin
Director of Sales
BF; jm
680 West Lionshead Place Vail, Colorado 81657 (303) 476-2471
NORTHWEST COLORADO
VX00C COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
409 Main Street, Suite 209 * Post Office Box 739 * Frisco, Colorado 80443 * Frisco 303 668-5445
Denver Direct 303 573-7611
December 9, 1986
Kent Rose
Councilmember
Town of Vail
75 S. Frontage Rd., West
Vail, CO 81657
Dear Kent:
Thank you for the contribution from Vail towards the production
of the new videotape on transmountain water diversions.
The tape is scheduled for completion in January and will be
distributed and shown during the subsequent few months. The
program is intended to focus greater attention on potential
West Slope impacts during the public comment period for the
EIS.
Thank you again for your participation which makes this project
possible.
Sincerely,
Larry Pearson
Executive Director
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Eagle County-Avon, Basalt, Eagle, Gypsum, Minturn, Red Cliff, Vail, * Grand County:Fraser, Granby, Grand Lake, Hot Sulphur
Springs, Kremmling, Winter Park, -Jackson County-Walden, * Pitkin County:Aspen, Snowrnass Village, * Routt County Hayden,
Cbk Creek, Steamboat Springs, Yampa, * Summit County:Blue River, Breckenridge, Dillon, Frisco, Montezuma, Silvethorne.
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N \XCCJ G COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
4O9 Main Street, Suite 209 * Post Office Box 739 * Frisco. Ocicrcdo 8 443 Fnsc~ 3 ~~8 'S
Denver .real 3C X73-7~':l
M E M O R A N D U M
TO: NWCCOG Board Members and
Region 12 Economic Development Councils
FROM: John F. Hess, Economic Development Manager,-1-
RE: Governor Romer's Strategic Plan for Economic
Development
DATE: January 16, 1987
Enclosed is a copy of the Governor's latest proposal for
economic development as he stated, it is an on going document,
subject to change by anyone with good ideas.
Comments should be sent to:
State Capital
Room 136
Denver, CO 80203
Attn: Economic Summit Comments
Also enclosed is the flow chart of responsibility, as
best I could understand and read it. The appointments made
to date are:
CEO for Economic Development - Len Pearlmutter
DEPUTY CEO/Director of Local
Affairs - E. Robert Turner
Assistant for Economic
Development - Fred Neihouse
Economic Action Council - Roy Romer
Co-chairs - Jack McAllister
Eagle County:Avon, Basalt, Ecg!e, Gypsum, Mintum. Red Cliff, Vail, * Grand County:Froser, Granby, Grcrd Lake, f of Sulpt, -
Springs, Kremmling, Winter Park, *Jackson County:Wclden, * Pitkin County-.Aspen, Srovvmcss Villcge, * Roust County-Hayden,
Ock Creek, Steamboat Springs, Yampa, * Summit County:Blue River, Breckenridge, Dillon, Frisco, Montezuma, Silve ~i :crne.
January 12, 1987
SUMMARY
ECONOMIC SUMMIT INITIATIVES
1. Organizational Initiatives
1.1 New CEO will direct state's economic development efforts.
1.2 Deputy CEO will also serve as Executive Director, Department of
Local Affairs.
1.3 Special Assistant to the Governor for Business Development will
head up state's business development efforts.
1.4 Governor's Job Training Office is moved under the supervision of
CEO and Deputy.
2. Private Sector Partnership
2.1 Economic Development Action Council formed of top CEOs and
business leaders.
2.2 Four standing committees of the Council established:
Business Development Peer Team
Rural Development Committee
Small Business Committee
Technical Advisory Committee
2.3 Nine Public-Private Initiatives are established:
Marketing Colorado's New Business Image
New Airport Area Development
Higher Education
Rural Jobs Linkage
Minority Business Opportunities
Women's Economic Development Task Force
International Investment Opportunities
Regulatory Review Commission
Tax Policy Task Force
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Summit Initiatives
January 12, 1987
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2.4 Management and Efficiency Studv to review state economic
development effort.
3. Business Development
3.1 A $350,000 initial advertising and promotions campaign launched.
3.2 Governor Romer will personally contact all business prospects.
3.3 Rey business Prospects moved to Governor's Office and
accelerated.
3.4 New York "mission" to financial institutions set.
3.5 Peer System established to link CEOs with business prospects.
3.6 Incentives improved for business prospects.
3.7 Statewide Information Network to be established.
3.8 Office space opportunities will be promoted by Colorado.
3.9 European Tourism and Investment Mission set for early 1987.
4. Business Expansion Within Colorado
4.1 Contact system established with existing Colorado businesses.
4.2 Incentives improved for expansion prospects.
4.3 Rural Jobs Linkage project established.
5. Small Business Development
5.1 Small business assistance accelerated
5.2 Increase in capital availability proposed.
5.3 Regulatory Review Commission established
Summit Initiatives
January 12, 1987
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6. Rural Development
6.1 Rural Jobs Linkage project launched.
6.2 Pilot Program to plug the financial leaks in five Colorado
communities initiated.
6.3 Rural Assistance program accelerated by $150,000 Mountain Bell
grant.
6.4 Rural Tourism pilot program to be designed.
7. Tourism
7.1 Tourist information to be improved by upgrading the official
Colorado Map and highway signage.
7.2 Colorado marketing program at Stapleton International Airport to
be explored.
7.3 Rural Tourism pilot program to be developed.
7.4 European tourism seminar to be scheduled.
7.5 Increase in the Colorado Tourism Promotion tax supported.
8. Financial Institutions
8.1 Initial $350,000 allocation established for promoting Colorado.
Private sector and legislative support sought.
8.2 Economic Development Finance Authority recommended.
9. Major Initiatives
9.1 Denver Convention Center supported.
9.2 Broad transportation initiatives to be explored.
9.3 R-12 Education key to economic development.
.9.4 ..C. ..anity Colleges and Occupational Schools looked to for major :'-,.;;.:•;t.-Z'7
role in economic development. -
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Romer - Chair ECONOMIC I GOVERNOR jMcAllister - Cc DEVELOPMENT
J. Lacouister - Chair (s) ACTION COUNCIL
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Bus. Rural Small Tech.
Devel. Devel. Business Advisory
Per.. `.Team -
Tom Clark(s)
CEO I Len Pearlmutter
DEPUTY DLA t
CEO Sob Turner. I `
SC City Mgr DIV. OF
COMM. &
DEVELOPMENT
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INITIATIVES ASSISTANT FOR
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MARKETING 350,000 Pub. Fred Neihouse
COLORADO PRIV. MATCH NDC
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AIRPORT AREA Infrastc. Bus. Devel.
HIGHER EDUC.
RURAL JOBS LINKAGE
MINORITY BUS.
OPPORTUNITIES
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WOMENS E.D. ISSUES
INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENT Bob Backstaff
I Nicky Miller
TAX POLICY
REGULATORY REVIEW
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MANAGEMENT EFFECIENCY STUDY OF DOLA Steve Schuck/Bob Turner
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PLAN FOR
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
JANUARY 12. 1987
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STAI L OF COLORADO
Transition Office
Governor-Elect
124 State Caoitol _
Denver. Coioracc 802 0 3-1 7 92
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Phone (303) 666-2832
Roy Romer
Governor-Elect
ECONOMIC SUMMIT PROCESS A BEGINNING
Seven weeks ago we began a process to revitalize Colorado's
economy with an Economic Summit session in Denver. Since
that time, similar meetings have been held in Loveland,
Fort Morgan, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Alamosa and Grand
Junction. In all, nearly two thousand Coloradans have
attended the Summit sessions or offered ideas and
suggestions to get Colorado's economy moving again.
The ideas which were offered have been creative and
extraordinarily useful. At every session, we learned
something new and were provided powerful insights about the
needs and concerns of the state's citizens.
Today, the final Economic Summit session will be held back
in Denver. Rather than an end of the Summit process, today
is the beginning of an unprecedented cooperative venture to
rebuild Colorado's economy. As a result of the meetings
and suggestions, a broad number of initiatives will be
pursued.
In order to be successful each one of us must make a
commitment. We must each take on the responsibility to
make Colorado an even better place to live and raise our
families. To all of:you who have participated in the
Economic Summits, we are deeply grateful.
Roy Romer
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1. ORGANIZATIONAL INITIATIVES
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Colorado state government will be immediately reorganized to make it more
effective in re-•italizing the state's economy. In the short term, a
small, specialized team will be assembled directly within the Governor's
Office. That team will pursue immediate opportunities for economic growth
and will directly link the state's job training efforts to its economic
development programs.
Over the longer term, a thorough examination of the state's economic
development and job training capabilities will be conducted. Governor
Romer will work with the Colorado Legislature, local officials and the
privzte sector to establish the most aggressive and effective economic
development effort in this country.
1.1 Chief Executive Officer for Economic Development
A Chief Executive Officer (CEC) for Economic Development will be
established to drive Colorado's revitalization efforts.
Reporting directly to the Governor, the CEO will have Cabinet
rank within the Romer Administration.
The CEO will be recruited from Colorado's business community and
will ensure an unprecedented level of cooperation and involvement
between state government and the private sector.
1.2 Deputy Chief Executive Officer for Economic Development
A Deputy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will be established as a
key member of Colorado's economic development team. This
individual will also serve as Executive Director of the
Department of Local Affairs.
In this capacity, the Deputy will ensure the full cooperation of
appropriate state agencies influencing the economic health of
Colorado. Serving in the dual capacity, the Deputy will also
emphasize full involvement and access for local governments and
local economic development agencies.
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1.3 Special Assistant to the Governor for Business Development
A top notch economic development specialist will be brought into
state government to accelerate Colorado's business development
and expansion efforts. Serving as a Special Assistant to the
Governor for Economic Development, this individual will have
access to necessary resources within the Division of Commerce and
Development to turn around Coloraco's program.
The most promising business prospects will be transferred to the
Governor's Office and put under the direct supervision of the
Special Assistant. There, incentive packages and specific
strategies will be developed to pursue targeted prospects which
may either be in a position to move to the state or expand within
Colorado. :
The Special Assistant for Business Development will also help
evaluate Colorado's economic development programs and will
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1.4 Governor's Job Traininz Office
The Governor's Job Training Office (GJTO) will become a key
element of Colorado's economic development team. GJTO will
immediately be transferred into the Governor's Office and placed
.under the direction of the CEO and Deputy CEO.
The integration of GJTO into the state's economic development
program will create greater job potential. For example, GJTO
will be instructed.to develop a special program to see that
Colorado workers receive the full benefit of employment created
by development and operation of Denver's new international
airport.
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2. PRIVATE SECTOR PARTNERSHIP
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In order to successfully accelerate Colorado's economy, an unprecedented
level of.cooperation between the public and private sectors must be
achieved. While Colorado state government can do much to provide
leadership and direction, jobs are created by the private sector.
The Romer Administration intends to harness the energy and expertise of
the private sector by involving it in every major aspect of economic
development.
2.1 Economic Development Action Council. oAQ L-,~- i17,1.1-
An Economic Development Action Council (EDAC) will be formed as
the primary think tank between state government and the private
sector. The Council will be co-chaired by Governor Romer and a
top business executive. It will be composed of business and
community leaders, representatives of higher education,
legislators and other state officials.
The Council will be used to develop a broad range of initiatives
to accelerate Colorado's economy.
,The Council will monitor Colorado's economic development efforts
and provide both the legislative and executive branch with
regular advice and counsel.
2.2 Standing Committees
In order to utilize the talents of many individuals and to
address the many challenges facing Colorado, four standing
committees of the Economic Development Action Council will be
created. Several members of each committee will also sit on the
overall council.
The committees will be composed of knowledgeable individuals and
staffed through a combination of public and private resources.
The committees will be given specific directives by the Governor
and the Council and will develop recommendations and initiatives
within their respective areas. Committees include:
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• Business Development Peer Team
The private sector will be much more extensively used in
Colorado's business development activities. Business leaders
will be regularly asked to contact targeted companies
throughout the country and will be used extensively for
recruitment missions.
The Peer Team will be formed in order to optimize the
efficient use of business leaders.
• Rural Development Committee
Colorado cannot achieve economic health unless its rural areas
thrive as well. The Rural Development Committee is
established as an ongoing mechanism to develop rural
development strategies and to assure progress and success.
The Committee will be co-chaired by five individuals, each
representing a separate rural region of Colorado. Regions
include: Western Slope, Southwest Colorado, Southeast
Colorado, the Eastern Plains and Mountain communities. The
Committee will be composed of both rural and urban leaders
dedicated to a strong rural economy.
The Committee is initially charged with structuring a pilot
program designed to "plug the leaks" of capital loss in small
towns. The program will be tested in five Colorado
communities during 1987. The Committee will also concentrate
on bringing job opportunities to rural Colorado from expanding
companies in the Front Range.
• Small Business Committee
The vast majority of jobs created in Colorado are provided by
small businesses which form the cornerstone of our economy.
The Small Business Committee is charged with revamping and
greatly strengthening Colorado's small business programs.
One of the Committee's initial responsibilities will be to
restructure the state's small business assistance program and
make its resources available -to local economic development
organizations throughout Colorado.
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• Technical Advisory Committee
A vast amount of expertise and tremendous commitment exists
throughout Colorado within local economic development agencies
and private companies. State government must cooperatively
join forces with these economic development specialists in
order to be successful.
The Technical Advisory Committee will be composed of the best
specialists in the state and will provide continual input and
assistance to the State of Colorado.
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In order to supercharge Colorado's economic development efforts,
the Romer Administration is initiating nine targeted
public-private initiatives. In each case, the activities will be
carried out by a cooperative effort, utilizing public and private
resources.
Each initiative will be given a specific charge and timeline.
• Marketing Colorado's New Business Image P
It is vital for Colorado to establish a positive aann~d upbeat.
business image. Governor Romer has committed $50,000 to
launch an immediate advertising and promotional campaig The
° initial advertising phase is three months.~ine business Image
Task Force will design that campaign, both as to content as
well as medium, within the next thirty days. It is hoped the
n Q~ Legislature and private sector will commit further resources
t~' to continue the promotional program beyond the first phase.
V" As a continuation of initial efforts already taken by the
private sector, the Task Force is being asked to develop a
long-term, comprehensive program to promote Colorado at
Stapleton International Airport.
In addition, the Business Image Task Force is being asked to
suggest other initiatives which would significantly improve
Colorado's business image and reputation.
• New Airport Area Development
No single project is more important to the economic health of
Colorado than development of Denver's new international
airport. Colorado state government will do everything in its
power to accelerate development of the facility and to create
additional economic opportunities within the airport influence
area.
In order to guide the state's actions, a New Airport Area
Development Task Force is being formed. The group will be
specifically charged with identifying actions the state can
take to speed up airport development. The Task Force is also
charged with examining adjacent infrastructure needs such as
transportation access. Finally, the Airport Task Force has
been asked to identify business activities which might either
locate in Colorado or expand within the state because of
opportunities presented by new airport development.
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• Higher Education
A task force comprised of representatives from the Colorado
Co=ission on Higher Education (CCHE) and other public and
private sector leaders will be established to recommend
specific actions which will strengthen higher education's role
in economic development.
While being certain that Colorado's entire higher education
enterprise is of the highest quality, strengthening, and
perhaps expanding our "Centers of Excellence" will have a
direct, positive impact on the economic health of Colorado.
The Higher Education Task Force will be asked to report to
Governor Romer by May 1, 1987 with its recommendations.
• Rural Jobs Linkage
The development and retention of jobs in rural Colorado will
be a major priority of Colorado's new economic development
program. Through this public-private mechanism, a specific
rural jobs linkage strategy will be pursued.
Very simply, the Task Force will develop an approach, as well
as actual opportunities, for creation of jobs and secondary
markets in rural Colorado through business expansion in the
Front Range.
The Task Force will further recommend how the State of
Colorado can continue to pursue aggressive linkages between
urban businesses and rural jobs.
• Minority Business ODDortunities
The Colorado Minority Business Development Agency will
effectively cease operations on January 15, 1987. However,
the importance of increasing minority business opportunities
remains.
In order to thoughtfully consider appropriate options for
maintaining and expanding economic opportunities to minority
owned companies and members of Colorado's minority
communities, this special Task Force is being formed. The
group will examine operations of the Minority Business
Development Agency, state policies regarding minority business
contracting, as well as access to capital and business
assistance. The Task Force will issue a report on these
matters as well as recommendations by May 1, 1987.
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• Women's Economic Development Task Force
The State of Colorado has a significant responsibility to
develop opportunities for women in the workplace and the
marketplace. Our economic development objective will only be
met through a pluralistic approach.
The Women's Economic Development Task Force will examine the
manner in which Colorado state government can best accelerate
a full role for women in economic and business development.
It will specifically provide recommendations as to the
advisability and nature of a permanent Women's Economic
Development Commission. It recommendations are expected by
June 1, 1987.
• International Investment Opportunities
International economic opportunities will be emphasized and
pursued by various officials and agencies of state government.
A small group will be formed, however, to pursue opportunities
for appropriate international investment in Colorado.
A preliminary report will be due the Governor and the Economic
Development Action Council by June 1, 1987
• Rea-ulato-v Review Commission
Governmental regulations are essential to the protection of
the public interest. However, regulations must be appropriate
and must not create unnecessary delay for Colorado businesses.
A Regulatory Review Commission is being formed to broadly
examine regulations of state government which impact business
and make recommendations to both the executive-and legislative
branches as to appropriate modifications.
As part of its charge, the Commission will examine the
operations of the Office of Regulatory Reform and make any
recommendations it deems necessary-
• Tax policv Task Force
A state's business climate is defined in part by its taxation
policies. Expensive tax incentives and policies which
overburden individual taxpayers are antithetical to building a
healthy economic climate. However, tax policies which
penalize the business sector can have a significantly
negative influence on economic growth.
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In order to assist the state in its review of tax policies and
their impact upon business, a Tax Policy Task Force will be
created to review Colorado tax policies and make
recommendations to the Governor and legislature.
2.4 Management and Efficiencv Studv
Many initiatives are being taken to quickly accelerate Colorado's
economic development programs. However, a long term
reorganization is necessary. The Management and Efficiency Study
will enlist private sector officials and other outside experts in
the evaluation of the economic development function. It will
particularly examine economic development programs within the
Department of Local Affairs and the potential of the Governor's
Job Training Office to become an integral part of the state's
economic development mission.
The Management and Efficiency effort will be co-chaired by the
Executive Director of the Department of Local Affairs and an
individual outside of state government.
The Committee's report and recommendations are due to the
Governor and E.c am' _Development Action Council by July 1, 1987.
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Colorado intends to become much more bold and sophisticated in the area of
business development. The first step is the recruitment and appointment
of a new economic development team and particularly a Special Assistant to
the Governor for Business Development.
The team will develop sophisticated financial packages and other
incentives to attract businesses to Colorado. In addition, Colorado will
take immediate steps to improve its business image and to actively promote
business opportunities.
The Economic Development Action Council will monitor Colorado's business
development activities and provide continual input to state government.
In order to supercharge Colorado's business activities, however, the
following steps will be immediately undertaken:
3.1 Colorado's Business Image
An aggressive national advertising and promotions campaign will
be initiated in early 1987. Governor Romer has allocated
$350,000 for a three month national advertising campaign. It is
hoped that the private sector and the Legislature will provide
matching funds to carry the program beyond its first phase.
A special task force has been established to market Colorado's
new business image. That group will design a message and
marketing plan by February 15, 1987.
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1 Governor Romer will establish personal contact with all active
out of state business prospects on the day he takes office
i January 13, 1987. That day, he will send telegrams to all
companies being pursued by Colorado. The communications will
1 introduce the new administration and reinvigorate Colorado's
interest in each firm.
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Key business prospects will be accelerated by transferring them
to the Governor's Office under the direct supervision of the
Special Assistant for Business Development. A strategy will be
developed for each prospect, including financial incentives and
the establishment of "peer contacts" with members of Colorado's
business community.
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3.4 Image with Financial Institutions
Colorado must improve its image with the nation's financial
institutions. As a first step, Governor Romer will lead a state
"mission" to New York City in March. He and key business
officials will meet with representatives from leading financial
institutions.
The March trip will be scheduled to coincide with the initiation
~~``ll?? of Colorado's national advertising campaign.
3.5 Business Development Peer Svstem
A peer svstem will be established to more actively involve
Colorado business leaders in business recruitment. Chief
executive officers and other business officials will be more
actively involved in.prospect contacts and business missions.
Colorado will regularly seek information and business leads from
the private sector.
These business development activities will be conducted by a
standing committee of the Economic Development Action Council
which will ensure an efficient utilization of private sector
support.
3.6 Improved Incentives
In order to successfully attract new businesses to Colorado,
improved incentive packages must be developed. The Special
Assistant to the Governor for Economic Development has been
directed to explore new incentives. These may involve state and
local lending programs, use of Community Development Block Grants
and pension funds.
3.7 Statewide Information Network
Denver area economic development agencies are in the process of
forming a Metro Denver Network which will provide a computer link
and data base among twenty-six groups. This local initiative
offers an opportunity to expand the information network to a
statewide system. Governor Romer has directed his Special
Assistant for Business Development to design a plan for such a
statewide network.
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3.8 Office Space OoDortunities
As a specific marketing thrust, Colorado will design and initiate
a program to promote its significant office space opportunities.
Prime, vet inexpensive office space is available in a number of
locations in Colorado. The direct marketing program will be
aimed at business expansions as well as the relocation of
regional or national headquarters into Colorado cities which have
office space availabilities.
3.9 European Tourism and Investment Mission
Governor Romer will lead a tourism and investment mission to
London in early 1987, taking with him legislative and private
sector leaders. The mission will feature two seminars with
European officials. One will explore an expansion of Colorado
Tourism within European markets while the second will focus on
Colorado investment opportunities.
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The expansion of businesses within Colorado is every bit as important as
attracting new firms to the state. The state's new business environment
will emphasize the retention and expansion of Colorado businesses.
4.1 Immediate Business Contacts
Upon taking office, Governor Romer will establish personal
communications with all major Colorado companies. His letter of
January 13, 1987, will introduce the new administration,
highlight desire to see businesses succeed in Colorado and invite
business leaders and owners to indicate how state government can
assist in in their operations.
A ongoing system of top-level contact will be established to
assist businesses and encourage their growth and expansion.
4.2 Improve incentives
The same type of incentives which are being developed for
businesses considering a move to Colorado should be made
available to companies considering an expansion within the state.
Such incentives will be developed by the Special Assistant for
Business Development and presented to the Governor and Action
Council.
4.3 Rural Job Linkage
Business expansion within Colorado creates opportunities for
rural development. A major emphasis of the Romer Administration
will be development of secondary markets and jobs in rural
Colorado through expansion of businesses in the Front Range. A
special public-private sector task force has been created to
develop a rural jobs linkage program.
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Small business enterprise will be enhanced and accelerated in Colorado
through a reinvigorated small business committee and an increase in
resources dedicated to small businesses. Colorado's Small Business
Council will be reorganized as a standing committee within the Economic
Development Action Council. The Council will examine Colorado's small
business programs and make appropriate recommendations for their
improvement.
As an initial charge to the Small Business Committee, Governor Romer has
requested that it accomplish the following:
5.1 Small Business Assistance
Colorado's present small business assistant program should be
reorganized to provide a broad range of services to more
businesses throughout the state. Emphasis will be placed upon
business-to-business and peer-to-peer assistance. Qualified
local economic development organizations will be selected to
provide marketing, planning, personnel and finance assistance to
businesses within their communities.
The Committee should consider utilizing the Small Business Group
of the Denver Chamber of Commerce to provide incubation for
localized small business assistance programs.
Startup funding will be provided through the Department of Local
Affairs. The Colorado Legislature and private sector will be
requested to consider continued funding.
5.2 Capital Availability
Lack of access to capital is one of the-greatest problems facing
small business in Colorado. As an element of the proposed
Economic.Development,•Finance Authority, several forms of
financial assistance,should made available to small business
enterprises in Colorado.
5.3 Regulatorv Review
Excessive regulations and bureaucratic delay can place tremendous
burdens on small business. A Regulatory Review Commission has
been created to examine Colorado regulatory processes. The Small
Business Committee should work with the Commission to address the
specific problems of small business.
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A Rural Development Committee has been established make Colorado's rural
economic programs more effective. The Committee will be given the charge
to provide a broad number of suggestions and recommendations.
In order to accelerate rural development opportunities, several
initiatives will be taken immediately.
6.1 Rural Jobs Linkage
A public-private task force has been formed to develop
opportunities to create jobs in rural Colorado through the
expansion and of businesses in the Front Range. The Rural
Development Committee will work closely with the Task Force and
will continue the Rural Jobs Link Program after the initial phase
has been completed.
6.2 Pilot Program Plugging The Leaks
One of the first steps in rural development is to stem the
outflow of money and resources from communities. The Rocky
Mountain Institute has develop creative systems which allow small
communities to analyze these resource flows and "plug the leaks."
Initial funding will be provided through the Department of Local
Affairs to allow the Rural Committee and the Rocky Mountain
Institute to initiate pilot programs in five rural communities
throughout Colorado.
6.3 Rural Assistance Program
In conjunction with Mountain Bell of Colorado and the University
of Colorado, the State of Colorado will accelerate its Colorado
Initiatives program. The program provides concentrated economic
development assistance to local communities.
Through a $150,000 grant from Mountain Bell, ten Colorado
communities will be selected on a competitive basis for
assistance grants.
6.4 Rural Tourism Pilot Program
The Department of Local Affairs, in conjunction with the Colorado
Tourism Board, will design and implement a pilot project to
develop methods of increasing tourism in rural areas of Colorado.
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i Tourism constitutes 10: of Colorado's economy and offers the greatest
potential for rapid economic growth. Colorado's new economic development
team will work closely with the Colorado Tourism Board to strengthen the
state's tourism programs.
7.1 Tourist Information
Clear and reliable information is vital to any tourist visiting
Colorado. Several steps should be quickly taken to improve the
information given our important visitors.
The official Colorado Mao attempts to serve two purposes: a map
of the state's road and highway system and a brief travel guide.
As a travel guide, the Colorado Map is inadequate and needs
immediate improvement. Its next production should be held up
until both the Highway Department and the Tourism Board reach an
agreement on map which adequately accomplishes both purposes.
Hizhwav signage is another important source of tourist
information and is particularly critical to the rural tourism
industry. Signage policy in Colorado is complicated due to many
federal and state sign regulations.
Department of Highways and Tourism Board representatives should
immediately pursue modifications in Colorado's highway signage
policy which will assist the tourism industry while meeting the
needs of the Highway Department.
The CEO and his Deputy will have the responsibility to see that
the issues of highway Signage and the Colorado Map are settled by
March. 1, 1987, at which time they are to report results to the
Governor.
7.2 Marketing Colorado at Stapleton International Airport
Stapleton International. Airport offers an excellent opportunity
to market the State of Colorado. An immediate boost was provided
to Colorado when U.S. West and the M.D.C. Corvoration funded
initial signage at Stapleton.
The Colorado Tourism Board is requested to work with the task
force being formed to market Colorado's image to develop
recommendations for a long term marketing program at Stapleton.
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7.3 Rural Tourism Pilot Program
Tourism in rural areas of Colorado holds the potential of
replacing declining revenues which have historically been
realized in agriculture, mining and oil and gas development.
The Department of Local Affairs, in cooperation with the Tourism
Board, will design and pilot a tourism enhancement program in two
rural locations of the state.
7.4 London Tourism Seminar.
Governor Romer will lead a tourism and investment mission to the
United Kingdom in early 1987. As a part of that trip, a tourism
seminar will be held in London with travel officials from a
number of European countries.
7.5 Colorado Tourism Promotion Tax
In order to increase the State of Colorado's capacity to promote
tourism throughout Colorado, the Legislature is being asked to
consider an increase in the Colorado Tourism Promotion Tax.
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An acceleration of Colorado's economic development efforts will require a
significant financial commitment. In order to "kick-start" the state's
economic revitalization, Governor Romer will commit certain discretionary
funds to the initiation of key programs. Financial participation from the
private sector, as well as a commitment from the Colorado Legislature, is
essential to a full and effective economic development program.
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8.1 Promoting Colorado
1 Governor Romer will allocate $350,000 for a three month
E advertising and promotions program commencing March 1, 1987.
Further funding will be necessary to continue the program.
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8.2 Economic Development Finance Authority
A strong and effective economic development program will require
a substantial capital pool, together with a variety mechanisms to
-leverage and package resources. An Economic Development
Financing Authority, either as a new agency or a restructured
Colorado Housing Finance Authority, can provide a variety of
financial services. These might include:
• Infrastructure financing
a Small business loans and financial assistance
• Other forms of financing assistance such as secondary
markets for commercial bank loans.
Financial incentives for new businesses or ones intending to
expand within Colorado.
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In addition to the organizational decisions and the initial economic
initiatives outlined in this Strategic Plan, there are several critically
important matters which demand the attention of the Governor, the
Legislature and the Economic Development Action Council.
9.1 Convention Center
A new convention facility in Denver will provide substantial
benefits to the entire State of Colorado. The state should
financially assist development of the Convention Center.
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9.2 Transportation
Colorado has many critical transportation needs which must be
addressed by both the Legislature and appropriate state
agencies. These include:
• Speeding up road and highway construction throughout the
state.
• Highway and, perhaps, mass transit access to Denver's new
airport.
• Mass transit and bus corridor development within the Denver
metropolitan area.
• Rural air carrier service, particularly on the Western Slope.
9.3 R-12 Education
A first-rate R-12 educational system is vital to the economic
health of Colorado.. We must demand a high level of excellence
and provide sufficient funds to support quality public education
in Colorado.
9.4 Communitv Colleges and Occupational Schools
Community colleges and occupational schools throughout Colorado
should play vital roles in the state's economic development
program. The newly formed economic development team within the
Governor's Office will work closely with appropriate officials to '
elaborate an effective role for these institutions.
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MEMBER'S LUNCHEON bWBUSINESS AFTER HOURS
JANUARY 28-i 1987
,.Kevin Payne, Executive Director, Western Vail Valley Resort Association,
will-be providing an update on WVVRA and our marketing programs.
TIME: 11:30 Cash Bar - Noon Lunch
COST: $7.50 Members - $8.50 Non-members
LOCATION: Terrace Restaurant at The Charter
Reservations for the Luncheon are necessary and should be made at the
' WVVRA, or by calling 949-5189 prior to 12 noon, Tuesday, January 27th.
JANUARY 30, 1987
TIME: 5:30 - 7:30
LOCATION: The Christie Lodge
Complimentary Beverages & Hors -d'oeuvres '
Mastercard or Cash Accepted
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Tyrolean Inn
Vail Tower-Council
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after five months of negotiating with the board of the Vail Metro District
for a lease to open the new golf course restaurant, it finally became
apparent the first week of January 1987 that no agreement could be reached
in time to successfully design and equipe the restaurant in time for Spring.
Since all negotiations failed, I want to make the district aware of. not
to use any of my existing restaurant layouto,or mechanical plans or be
liable for all expenses up to date.
It was wasted time, effort, and money, and it has been extremley frus-
trating to deal with certain board members, which are more interested
in little power plays, and their self interest rather than acting on be-
half of the taxpayers in a businesslike manner.
How much power, influence, and control the board :could have over the
restaurant was more important to the chairman than the quality of the
operation, the rent revenue being generated for the district and the
taxpayers.
I agreed to invest a substantial amount of money for a completely new
restaurant and pay -rent to the district equal to any similar location,
and have a fair landlord-tenant agreement. But a few board members seen to
think the. restaurant is their little country club, and they should be
able to dictate menu prices, uniforms for employees, restaurant layout
decor, and above all, close the restaurant completely for their parties
or pet projects. Who wants to invest a300,000 in a business and than have
the district board tell you flow to run it?
Anyone in private bus ness would not stand a chance to sucaed this way.
The question is, can we the taxpayers afford to .lave them administrate
our tax money?
LJe have elected them, and we ne voters can make the change for file fut:; e. !
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VAIL FIRE DEPARTMENT
FIRE CHIEF'S REPORT
INCIDENT REPORT NUMBER: 87-0006
DATE OF INCIDENT: JANUARY 1, 1987
LOCATION: 1495 LIONSRIDGE LOOP
VAIL, CO 81657
12x55 28 hrs. Power surge / power failure - approximately 30 seconds.
12155 60 hrs. Dispatch Center received a call on 911 - report of power
outage.
12:56 27 hrs. Dispatch Center received a call on 911 - report of
transformer fire above The Roost.
12:56 59 hrs. Vail Dispatch toned out Vail Fire Department. At the time,
Vail Dispatch had no idea Orange (Vail Fire) Channel was
down.
12159 22 hrs. Vail Dispatch called Vail Fire Department asking for any
"Vail Fire on Orange."
NOTE: From tape recorder, Vail Dispatch received many
calls on 911 reporting fire.
12:59 22 hrs. Firefighter Kurt Oakley was at Station One and heard call
come over base radio. .Oakley tried to contact Assistant
Chief Gulick, who was at the Vol auf er investigating a smoke
report in Unit 105. He could not make contact.
13:00 00 hrs. Oakley responded to West Vail in 420 (Blazer) to
(approx.) investigate.
13:0038 hrs. 405 (Engineer Talbot) radioed Dispatch Center on Orange
Channel, "Vail, do you read me?"
13:00 53 hrs. 405 (Talbot) tried again, Vail, do you read me?" Prior to
Talbot's attempt to make radio contact, Talbot had heard
some radio traffic on Radio Scanner (413). This caused
concern on Talbot's part, causing him to try to contact
Vail Dispatch.
13:03 35 hrs. 405 (Talbot) radioed Vail Dispatch on Red (Eagle River Fire
Protection Districts) Channel. Vail Dispatch advised that
Orange (Vail Fire) Channel was down.
13:03 35 hrs. Firefighter Chapman, who was at his residence, picked up
radio traffic on his personal scanner and responded to
Station One. Chapman then started to phone firefighters at
their residences relaying information on the fire
situation. Chapman also loaded wildland firefighting
equipment on 422 (pickup truck) and responded to scene at
13:25.
13:04 00 hrs. Oakley arrived on the scene and advised Dispatch on the Fred
(approx.) Channel that we had a pretty good brush fire. Oakley first
asked if all occupants were out of structures and was
advised that they were. He also advised occupants that the
pumper was enroute. He then had the bystanders take
shovels and spread snow on the west side of the structure
at 1495 Lionsridge Loop. Oakley also directed people in
hooking up a garden hose, and advised 401 (Gulick) that the
structure at 1495 Lionsridge Loop was no longer threatened.
With Oakley's information, Gulick decided to hit hydrant
just west of Solar Crest. This was due to the wind comimg
from the west which was endangering the structure at 1495
Lionshead Loop.
Gulick radioed 410 (East Vail pumper) and advised to come
up Suffeher Road, hit hydrant and attack the west flank of
the fire.
13:04 00 hrs. 413 (first-out pumper, Station One) in service.
13:04 20 hrs. 401 (Assistant Chief Gulick) asked for Vail Dispatch to
phone the East Vail Station on extension 232 and advise of
the situation.
13:05 00 hrs. 401 (Gulick) asked Dispatch to notify 400 (Chief Duran) at
home via land line (telephone).
13:05 54 hrs. 410 (East Vail Pumper) in service.
13:06 00 hrs. 401 (Gulick) asked Dispatch to ask E.R.F.P.D. (Eagle River
Fire Protection Districts) for Mutual Aid Assistance.
Gulick's decision to do this was based on knowing that
Orange Channel was down.
NOTE: All Vail Fire personnel are on pagers while off
duty, but if the channel is.inoperable, it cannot page.
13:07 31 hrs. E. R. F. P. D. (Eagle River Fire Protection Districts)
acknowledged Mutual Aid.
13:09 07 hrs. 413 (first-out pumper, Station One) on the scene; started
operations using 200 foot preconnect and tank water while
the hydrant was being hooked up.
13+:15 00 hrs. 410 (East Vail pumper) on scene with three firefighters.
13:25 00 hrs. Vail Dispatch radioed Minturn 501 (Minturn Police) to
(approx.) respond to 400's (Duran's) residence to notify me of the
fire and of our radio situation.
13:32 00 hrs. 400 (Duran) went in service.
13:40 00 hrs. 400 (Duran) arrived at the scene and made contact with 401
(Gulick). After a brief conversation, I took over command.
From my position on Lionsridge Loop, mid-way between
pumpers, I determined that the fire was under control. I
then directed fire personnel to concentrate on hot spots.
14:00 00 hrs. After I determined that the fire was out and the equipment
was restored, I made contact with the occupants of both
duplex units, explaining what I knew of the delayed
response. At that point I knew that we had lost our radio
system at approximately the same time we lost power to the
West Vail area. Our radio system, which is located at Dowd
Junction, is equipped with an emergency generator, which
failed to start when we lost our power supply. I advised
Pat Rickman that I would contact her after I found out why
the generator failed.
I tried to make contact with Mountain Top Communications
and Motorola and could not reach anyone at either location.
This was approximately 15:30 hours on New Year's Day. On
January 2, I was advised by Mountain Top Communications
that the starter on the generator failed and it would be
replaced. I asked if anything could be added to the system
which would ensure complete operation of the radio system
during a power outage. Mountain Top Communications advised
me that a battery bank could be hooked up if Motorola would
provide the hardware.
On Monday, January 5, 1987, I made contact with Motorola
and Mountain Top Communications and had a battery back up
added to the radio system.
Given all the radio problems we incurred, I feel that the
Vail Fire Department did an outstanding job in controlling
this emergency.
End of Report
1-13-87
DICK DURAN
TOWN OF VAIL FIRE DEPARTMENT REVISED
REPORT
INCIDENT REPORT NO_
DATE DAY RECORDING PARTY SHIFT G
LARM
Response District Out of Response Distric
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VAIL FIRE DEPARTMENT
FIRE MARSHAL's INVESTIGATIVE REPORT
Alarm Number 87-0006
Date of Incident 1-1-87
Location Lionsridge Loop
I received notification from Vail Dispatch via phone of a mutual-aid fire
at approximately 13:06 hours. The dispatcher called me at my residence advising
the radio system was down and that he was requested by Asst. Chief Gulick to
contact me. I responded from my residence to the scene.
Upon arrival, I observed a brush fire approximately 2 acers in size. The fire
was under control with minor flare ups and hot spots occuring along the north
edge of the fire. Firefighting crews were attempting mop up operations and
suppression of minor fires along the base of a geologic rock formation fipalaeGaid~);
Once the fire was declared- out by Chief Duran, I began a preliminary survey of
thd'scene. I began my walk around at the southwest corner of the burn. The burn
appeared to have begun in relative proximity of a power pole (riser). A power
vault was situated on the ground approximately five feet to the north of the
riser.
Observation of the base of the power vault revealed unburned grass around the
perimeter of the vault. The plastic base of the vault indicated only minor heat
impact. There was no flame trail from the vault nor evidence that the vault was
involved or contributed to the inginition or fire spread.
Observation of the area around the base of the power pole indicated multiple
pieces of what appeared to be a lighting arrestor. Visual observation of the
riser indicated one of the three lighting arreSttors on the pole had been destroyed.
Close observation of the debris indicated the ceramic housin- of the arrestor
had broken; metal components of the arretsor had melted ; and inspection of
the.cap to the arrestor indicated electrical arcing had occured.
Observation of the burn patterns in the grass and brush indicated the fire had
begun in proximity of the pole, and spread north and east. There was a 3-5 mph
breeze from the west during the fire.
I was assisted by Doyle Johnson of Holy Cross Electric Assn. during the review
and inspection of the pole, the vault and the remains of the lighting arrestor.
Possible contributing factors include the apparent power surge occuring at approximately
the time of ignition. I observed a flickering. of the lights at my residence
approximately 15 minutes prior to the report I recieved from Vail Dispatch. The
FIRE MARSHAL'S INVESTIGATIVE REPORT
ALARM No. 87-0006
Page 2
Vail Dispatch received indictaion of a power failure and multiple trouble alarms
on monitored fire alarm systems, and a microwave failure alarm at 12:57 hours.
Vail Fire and Police radio communications systems failed at that time.
Vail Dispatch received a report of the brush fire from Patrica Rickman at
1495 Lionsridge Loop at 12:56 hours.
The discription of the fire is known as the area indicated on U.S. Forest Service
maps as the Northwest Quarter, Section 2, Township 5, Range 81 West.
The power pole was located at the common boundry of 1773 and 1495 Lionsridge Loop,
also known as Lots 1 and 2, Lionsridge Filing No.-2 and a portion of Tract A.
End:.:bf. Report
Filed : 1-2-87
By :
Michael McGee
Fire Marshal
Vail Fire Department
I VAIL RESORT ASSOCIATION BUSINESS AFTER HOURS MIXER
You are cordially invited to the VRA's Business After Hours Mixer
hosted by AMERICAN SKI EXCHANGE ON WALL STREET
DATE: Wednesday, January 21, 1987
TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
i
LOCATION: American Ski Exchange on Wall Street
j 225 Wall Street
Vail,-CO 81657
(Next to the Hong Kong Cafe)
Please bring your non-VRA friends.
Beer, wine and hors d'oeuvres will be served. Also, great
prizes will be given away. You must be present to win!
RECD JAN 19 1987
VAIL RESORT ASSOCIATION, 241 E. Meadow Drive, Vail, Colorado 81657