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1992-07-21 Support Documentation Town Council Work Session
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION TUESDAY, JULY 21, 1992 Oa 6:30 P.M. AGENDA 1. DRB Report. 2. Presentation: Results of the Town of Vail 1992 Service Levet Analysis. 3. Discussion Re: Evening Meeting Agenda. 4. Adjournment. OOO44OO~4bOO~OO VAIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR EVENING MEC I ING TUESDAY, JULY 21, 1992 7:30 P.M. AGENDA 1. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION. 2. Approval of June 30, 1992, Special Evening Meeting Minutes. 3. Appointment of Building Board of Appeals Members. 4. Ordinance No. 11, Series of 1992, first reading, an ordinance amending Chapter 18.24 of the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail by the addition of Section 18.24.058, controlling undesirable plants within the Town, declaring such plants a nuisance, setting forth penalties for the violation of this ordinance; and setting forth details in regard thereto. 5. Ordinance No.13, Series of 1991, second reading, an ordinance amending Section G of the Vail Village urban design considerations relating to the protec~on of views within the Town of Vail and creating a new chapter of the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail to provide for the protection of certain views within the Town and setting forth the details in regard thereto. (This item will be fully addressed with agenda item No. 6, Ordinance No. 18, Series of 1992.) 6. Ordinance No. 18, Series of 1992, first reading, an ordinance amending Section G of the Vail Village urban design considerations relating to the protection of views within the Town of Vail and creating a new chapter of the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail to provide for the protection of certain views within the Town and setting forth the details in regard thereto. 7. Ordinance No. 20, Series of 1992, first reading, an ordinance amending Section 16.24.010(G) of the Vail Municipal Code, setting forth provisions relating to signs displayed on balloons which are associated with a special event within the Town of Vail. 8. Resolution No. 11, Series of 1991, a resolution adopting a Joint Paratransit Plan with the Town of Avon and the City of Leadville. 9. Adjournment. C:IAGENDA.TC VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION TUESDAY, JULY 21, 1992 r7a 6:30 P.M. EXPANDED AGENDA 6:30 P.M. 1. DRB Report. 6:35 P.M. 2. .Presentation: Results of the Town of Vail 1992 Service Level Steve Thompson Analysis. Action Reauested of Council: Provide direction to Town staff on desired changes and priorities for the 1993 budget process. Backaround Rationale: Results from the TOV 1992 Service Level Analysis recently completed by Council will be presented. The purpose of the presentation and ensuing discussion will be to formalize Council's direction to staff for construction of the 1993 budget. 7:05 P.M. 3. Discussion re: Evening meeting agenda. 7:30 P.M. 4. Adjournment. 4444444444444444444444 VAIL TOWN COUNCIL EVENING MEETING TUESDAY, JULY 21, 1992 7:30 P.M. EXPANDED AGENDA 7:30 P.M. 1. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION. 7:35 P.M. 2. Approval of June 30, 1992, Special Evening Meeting Minutes. 7:40 P.M. 3. Appointment of Building Board of Appeals Members. Gary Murrain Action Reauested of Council: Appoint 5 applicants to the Building Board of Appeals. Backaround Rationale: Bill Anderson, Robert L. Arnold, David M. Floyd, Mark J. Mueller, David M. Peel, and Saundra Spaeh were introduced to Council at the July 14, 1992, work session. Copies of these applicant's letters of application are enclosed for review. 7:50 P.M. 4. Ordinance No. 11, Series of 1992, first reading, an ordinance Todd Oppenheimer amending Chapter 18.24 of the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail 1 by the addition of Section 18.24.058, controlling undesirable plants within the Town, declaring such plants a nuisance, setting forth penalties for the violation of this ordinance; and setting forth details in regard thereto. Action Reauested of Council: Approve/deny/modify Ordinance No. 11, Series of 1992, on first reading. Backaround Rationale: Colorado Revised State Statute Section 35- 5.1-101 requires all municipalities to adopt an "Undesirable Plant Management Plan." This ordinance meets requirements of the Statute. Mandatory weeds include Leafy Spurge and 3 species of Knapweed. This ordinance adds species of Thistle. 8:05 P.M. 5. Ordinance No. 13, Series of 1991, second reading, an ordinance Andy Knudtsen amending Section G of the Vail Village urban design considerations relating to the protection of views within the Town of Vail and creating a new chapter of the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail to provide for the protection of certain views within the Town and setting forth the details in regard thereto. Action Reauested of Council: Deny Ordinance No. 13, 1991, on second reading. Backaround Rationale: On 5/7/91, Council passed Ordinance No. 13, Series of 1991, on first reading. That ordinance was similar to this one in that it created a new chapter in the Zoning Code and adopted a new view corridor. Since that time, staff has worked with concerned individuals and changed the wording of Ordinance No. 13, Series of 1991, sianificantly. As a result, prior to making a motion on Ordinance No. 18, Series of 1992, (Item No. 5 on this agenda), Council will need to deny Ordinance No. 13, Series of 1991, on second reading. This will allow staff to close the files on Ordinance No. 13, Series of 1991. 8:15 P.M. 6. Ordinance No. 18, Series of 1992, first reading, an ordinance Andy Knudtsen amending Section G of the Vail Village urban design considerations relating to the protection of views within the Town of Vail and creating a new chapter of the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail to provide for the protection of certain views within the Town and setting forth the details in regard thereto. Action Reauested of Council: Approve/deny/modify Ordinance No. 18, Series of 1992, on first reading. Backaround Rationale: For the past several months, staff has worked with the View Corridor Task Force to work out the appropriate wording and resolve differences of opinion regarding the proposed ordinance. After several meetings, staff believes the members have reached consensus regarding the proposed ordinance, including the proposed additional view corridor. The new view corridor begins near the northeast corner of the One Vail Place building and extends east over the Red Lion and Christiania to the Gore Range. Anew chapter to the Zoning Code addressing views and procedures has also been added. Staff Recommendation: Approve Ordinance No.18, Series of 1992, on first reading. 9:15 P.M. 7. Ordinance No. 20, Series of 1992, first reading, an ordinance Tim Devlin amending Section 16.24.010(G) of the Vail Municipal Code, setting 2 forth provisions relating to signs displayed on balloons which are associated with a special event within the Town of Vail. Action Reauested of Council: Approve/deny/modify Ordinance No. 20, Series of 1992, on first reading. Backaround Rationale: This ordinance amends the Sign Code to permit cold air, as well as hot air, balloon signs. 9:30 P.M. 8. Resolution No. 11, Series of 1992, a resolution adopting a Joint Mike Rose Paratransit Plan with the Town of Avon and the City of Leadville. Action Reauested of Council: Adopt the July 1992 Americans Disabilities Act Joint Paratransit Plan as presented. Backaround Rationale: A Paratransit Plan is required by law to be in place by July 26, 1992. 9:40 P. M. 9. Adjournment. C:V?GENDA.TCE 3 v DESIGN REVIEW BOARD AGENDA JiJLY 15, 1992 3:00 P.M. SITE VISITS 12:00 P.M. 1 Steitz Residence - 1895 Meadow Ridge Road. 2 Brooktree Condos - 980 Vail View Drive. 3 Finishing Touch - 2271 N. Frontage Road West. 4 Vail Vision Clinic - 2211 N. Frontage Road West. 5 Pena Residence - 1719 Geneva Drive. 6 ~ Spa and Billiards - 1031 S. Frontage Road West. 7 Marriott's Mark Resort - ?15 W. Lionshead Circle. 8 Subway - 395 E. Lionshead Circle. 9 Food i Deli Market - 100 8. Meadow Drive. SO Sweet Basil - 193 Gore Creek Drive. 11 Mill Creek Court Building - 302 Gore Creek Drive. 12 Louthan Residence - 4966 W. 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MM Located at the northwest intersection of Vail Road and West Meadow Drive. MOTION: George Lamb SECOND: Chuck Crist VOTE: 3-0 Approved. 2. Vail Interfaith Chapel - Fence to enclose play JK area. 19 Vail Road/Tract J, Vail Village 1st Filing. MOTION: George Lamb SECOND: Chuck Crist VOTE: 3-0 Consent approved. 3. Pena Residence - New Single Family. JK 1719 Geneva Drive/Lot 9, Matterhorn Village. MOTION: George Lamb SECOND; Chuck Crist VOTE: 5-0 Approved. 4. Subway - Exterior dining deck. JK 395 E. Lionshead Circle/Lionshead parking structure, Auxiliary Building/Nail Lionshead 1st Filing. MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: TABLED TO AIIGIIST MEETING. 5. Mill Creek Court Building - New elevator on west MM elevation. 302 Gore Creek Drive/A part of Lot I, Block 5-A, Vail Village 5th Filing. MOTION: George Lamb SECOND: Chuck Crist VOTE: 3-0 Consent approved, 6. Vail Vision Clinic - New awning & sign. JK 2211 N. Frontage Road West #145/Part of Tract C, Vail Das Schone Filing #3. MOTION: George Lamb SECOND: Chuck Crist VOTE: 3-0 Approved. Color of awning to be red to match Finish Tauch's awning color. 7. Food & Deli Market - New awning & sign. JK 100 E. Meadow Drive/Lot M, Block 5-D, Vail Village 1st Filing. Vail Village Inn Plaza. MOTION: George Lamb SECOND: Chuck Crist VOTE: 3-0 Consent approved. 8. Didio - New entry. JK 5035 N. Main Gore Drive/Lot 20, Block 7, Bighorn 5th. MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: Staff Approved. 9. Finishing Touch - Access ramp. SM 2271 N. Frontage Road West/Tract C, Collins-Wirth Subdivision. MOTION: George Lamb SECOND: Chuck Crist VOTE: 3-0 Consent approved. 10. Sweet Basil - Deck expansion. (Conceptual) SM 193 Gore Creek Drive/Gore Creek Plaza. MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: TABLED TO AIIGUST 5T8 MEETING. 11. Schwab Residence - New decks. SM 4510 Timberfalls Court, Unit #1203 Timberfalls. MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: Staff approved. 12. Stephens Residence - Deck addition. JK 1881 Lionsridge Loop/Nail Point Unit #40. Lot 1, Block 3, Lion's Ridge Filing #3 a resubdivision of Parcels B,C,E and a part of D, Lion's Ridge Filing #2. MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: Staff approved. 13. Spa and Billiards - New sign. JK 1031 S. Frontage Road West, Unit B Cascade Crossing. MOTION: George Lamb SECOND: Chuck Crist VOTE: 3-0 Consent approved. 14. Brooktree Condominiums - Exterior color change. JK 980 Vail View Drive/Lot B6, Block B, Lionsridge #1. MOTION: George Lamb SECOND: Chuck Crist VOTE: 3-0 Approved. 15. Buffehr Creek Chalets - New Single Family JK Residence with caretaker unit. 1718 Buffehr Creek Road/Lot 4, Lia Zneimer Subdivision. MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: TA~T•~+'D INDEFINITELY. 16. Steitz Residence - Storage area. TD 1895 Meadow Ridge Road/Lot 17, Buffehr Creek. MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: TABLED INDEFINITELY. 17. Louthan Residence - Satellite Dish Antenna. TD 4966 W. Juniper Lane/Lot 8, Block 5, Bighorn 5th. MOTION: George Lamb SECOND: Chuck Crist VOTE; 3-0 Approved. 18. Marriott's Mark Resort - Reroof and repaint. TD 715 W. Lionshead Circle/Lots C & D, Morcus Subdivision. MOTION: George Lamb SECOND: Chuck Crist VOTE; 3-0 Approved. • MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT: Ned Gwathmey Pat Herrington George Lamb Sherry Dorward Chuck Crist (PEC) STAFF APPROVALS: Palmer Residence - New deck & replace existing window with slider. 1379 Westhaven Circle/Lot 2, Glen Lyon Subdivision. Grubbs Residence - Deletion of skylights. 1031 Eagle's Nest Circle/Lot 1, Block 1, Vail Village 8th. Rose Residence - Material color change. 2627 Arosa Drive/Lot 10, Block C, Vail Ridge. Schmetzko Residence - Re-grading of property. 2239 Chamonix Lane/Tract A, Vail Heights. McBridge Residence - Roof replacement. 344 Beaver Dam Road/Lot 10, Block 2, Vail Village 3rd. Village on Bighorn Phase II, Unit #8 - Minor exterior changes to DRB approved plans. 4272 Spruce Way/Lot 1, Block 7, Bighorn 3rd. Potato Patch Club - Repair stucco and water damage. 950 Red Sandstone Drive/Lot 6, Block 2, Potato Patch. Jordan Residence - Addition of exterior stair, delete and add window. 483 Beaver Dam Road/Lot 1, Block 2, Vail Village 6th. Regal Residence - Enlarge windows, replace some cedar with stucco. 770 Potato Patch Drive, Unit #7/Lot 6, Block 2, Vail Potato Patch. Vail East Condos - Exterior paint. 4093 East Spruce Way/Lot 4,5,6 & 7, Block 9, Bighorn 3rd. Schubert Residence - Conversion of attic to bedroom. 1457 Greenhill Court/Lot 5, Glen Lyon Subdivision. ' ` ~y TOWN OF VAIL 75 South Frontage Road Department of Administrative Services Yail, Colorado 81657 303-479-2116 MEMORANDUM FAX 303-479-2157 TO: Vail Town Council FROM: Steve Thompson DATE: ,7uly 16, 1992 RE: 1992 Service Level Analysis Please find attached the results of the 1992 Service Level Analysis recently completed by the Town Council. The following pages show the average response by Council members to each service in the survey. Also attached is a detailed schedule of all the Town Council members' responses. From the results of the survey, we concluded the Town Council is in agreement that twelve services need more or less emphasis. There are eight services the majority wanted the level of service changed but there was no consensus on wanting more or less service. SUl~IARY OF RESULTS Services the Town Council Aarees Need More or Less Emphasis: OVERALL RATING 2-10 Recreation Path Construction 3.6 2-15 Pedestrian Directory Signage 3.6 2-37 Park Construction 2.6 2-41 Weed Control 2.5 2-43 Open Space Acquisitions 4.1 2-44 Interstate 70 Landscaping 4.0 3-10 Environmental Planning: Air 3.7 3-11 Environmental Planning: Water 3.6 3-12 Environmental Planning: Recycling 3.6 5-9 High-Tech Information Retrieval. at Library 3.6 6-6 Community Relations 3.7 6-12 Traffic Enforcement - I-70 2.1 Services the Town Council Disagree on the Level of Emphasis: OVERALL RATING 2-8 Streets, Road Reconstruction (major rebuilding) 3.0 2-12 Sidewalk Construction 3.1 2-14 Drainage Construction/Maintenance 3.4 2-17 Street Light New Installation 3.0 2-40 Street Sanding 2.6 3-2 Long Range Planning (Community Development) 3.3 - 3-4 Environmental Quality Studies and Reports 3.3 5-6 Formal Education Support Center 3.3 Based upon our preliminary estimates of revenues for 1993, there is little room for new initiations in the General Fund. Therefore, current services may have to be reduced to make room for new services. The result of this survey will be discussed at the July 21, 1992 work session. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT/PLANNING TOWN OF VAIL SERVICE ANALYSIS Circle One of the Rating Categories for Each Service OVERALL EMPHASIS MUCH REMAIN MUCH NO DEPT. & SERVICES MORE MORE SAME LESS LESS RATING FIRE 1-1 Fire Prevention (Inspection/Code 5 4 x3 2 1 0 Enforcement 1-2 Fire Suppression 5 4 x3 2 1 0 1-3 Emergency Response Time 5 4 x3 2 1 0 1-4 Non-Emergency Response Time 5 4 3x 2 1 0 to Citizen/Guest Requests 1-5 Emergency Medical 5 4 x3 2 1 0 1-6 Emergency Planning 5 4 x3 2 1 .0 1-7 Fire Investigation 5 4 x3 2 1 0 1-8 Public Education (schools/hotels/ contractors) 5 4 x3 2 1 0 1-9 Fire Station Maintenance/ 5 4 x3 2 1 0 Equipment/Apparatus 1-10 Hazardous Materials 5 4 x3 2 1 0 1-11 Other 5 4 3 2 1 0 COMMENTS: SERVICE # SERVICE # OVERALL EMPHASIS MUCH REMAIN MUCH NO DEPT. & SERVICES MORE MORE SAME LESS LESS RATING PUBLIC WORKS/TRANSPORTATION 2-1 Snow Removal 5 4 3x 2 1 0 2-2 Flower Bed Planting (residential 5 4 3 x 2 1 0 areas) 2-3 Flower Bed Planting (core areas) 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-4 Trash Removal (c....,.,.ercial cores ) 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-5 Trash Removal (residential areas) 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-6 Emergency Response (flooding, 5 4 3x 2 1 0 mudslides, etc.) 2-7 Engineering 5 4 3x 2 1 0 2-8 Streets, Road Re-Construction 5 4 x3 2 1 0 (Major Rebuilding) 2-9 Streets, Road Maintenance (Patching) 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 2-10 Recreation Path Construction 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 2-11 Recreation Path Maintenance 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-12 Sidewalk Construction 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-13 Sidewalk Maintenance 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-14 Drainage Construction/Maintenance 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 2-15 Pedestrian Directory Signage 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 2-16 Street Light Maintenance 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-17 Street Light New Installation 5 4 x3 2 1 0 Bus System 2-18 Sandstone 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-19 East Vail 5 4 3x 2 1 0 2-20 West Vail 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-21 West Vail Connection (pink link) 5 4 3 x 2 1 0 2-22 Shuttle 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-23 Bus Cleanliness 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 2-24 Customer Service 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-25 Bus Shelters 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-26 Property Management (Leasing in Parking Structures) 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2 OVERALL EMPHASIS MUCH REMAIN MUCH NO -DEPT. & SERVICES MORE MORE SAME LESS LESS RATING PUBLIC WORKS/TRANSPORTATION (CONT.1 2-27 Fleet Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-28 Building Structure Maintenance 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-29 Parking Structure Maintenance 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-30 Bridges Maintenance 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-31 Street Furniture Maintenance 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 (benches, planters) 2-32 Management of Parking Structures and Parking Lots 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-33 Parking Attendant Courtesy 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 Street Sweeping - 34 Commercial Cores 5 4 x3 2 1 0 °~5 Residential Areas 5 4 x3 2 1 0 _~6 4-way & Frontage Roads 5 4 x3 2 1 0 Park Construction 5 4 3 x 2 1 0 2-38 Park Maintenance and Cleanliness 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-39 Christmas Decorations in Public Areas 5 4 3x 2 1 0 2-40 Street Sanding (traction for vehicles in winter 5 4 3 x 2 1 0 2-41 Weed Control 5 4 3 x 2 1 0 2-42 Special Event Coverage (July 4th, Christmas Tree Lighting, Summer Street Entertainment, etc.) 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-43 Open Space Acquisitions 5 x4 3 2 1 0 2-44 Interstate 70 Landscaping 5 x4 3 2 1 0 2-45 Public Restroom Facilities 5 4 x3 2 1 0 2-46 Other 5 4 3 2 1 0 COMMENTS: SERVICE # 3 OVERALL EMPHASIS MUCH REMAIN MUCH NO " DEPT. & SERVICES MORE MORE SAME LESS LESS RATING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 3-1 Current Planning 5 4 x3 2 1 0 3-2 bong Range Planning 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 3-3 Zoning, Subdivision & Annexation Regulation 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 3-4 Sign Enforcement 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 3-5 Special Studies & Projects 5 4 x3 2 1 0 3-6 Building Inspection, Permits & Plan Review 5 4 x3 2 1 0 3-7 Environmental Health Programs 5 4 x3 2 1 0 3-8 Restaurant Inspections 5 4 x3 2 1 0 3-9 Environmental Quality Studies & Reports 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 3-10 Environmental Planning: Air 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 3-11 Environmental Planning: Water 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 3-12 Environmental Planning: Recycling 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 3-13 Environmental Planning: Other 5 4 3 2 1 0 Please specify 3-14 Garbage and Refuse Enforcement 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 Professional Relationships With: 3-15 Town Council 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 3-16 Planning & Environmental Commissions 4 x3 2 1 0 3-17 Design Review Board 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 3-18 Art in Public Places Board 5 4 3x 2 1 0 3-19 Housing Authority 5 4 3x 2 1 0 4 • OVERALL EMPHASIS MUCH REMAIN MUCH NO • DEPT. & SERVICES MORE MORE SAME LESS LESS RATING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (Continued) 3-20 Project Management 5 4 x3 2 1 0 3-21 Other 5 4 3 2 1 0 COMMENTS: SERVICE # . SERVICE # 5 OVERALL EMPHASIS MUCH REMAIN MUCH NO DEPT. & SERVICES MORE MORE SAME LESS LESS RATING ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 4-1 Operating Budget 5 4 x3 2 1 0 4-2 Capital Budget 5 4 x3 2 1 0 4-3 Debt Administration 5 4 x3 2 1 0 4-4 Audit Report 5 4 x3 2 1 0 4-5 Financial Reporting 5 4 x3 2 1 0 4-6 Financial Planning/Management 5 4 x3 2 1 0 4-7 Sales Tax Collection 5 4 x3 2 1 0 4-8 Sales Tax Newsletter to Businesses 5 4 3x 2 1 0 4-9 Cash Management 5 4 x3 2 1 0 4-10 Personnel Administration 5 4 x3 2 1 0 (staffing, training, wage and salary admin., labor relations, employee benefits and services) 4-11 Insurance/Risk Management 5 4 x3 2 1 0 Town Clerk 4-12 Licenses 5 4 x3 2 1 0 4-13 Records 5 4 x3 2 1 0 4-14 Elections 5 4 x3 2 1 0 4-15 Support Services for Town Council 5 4 3x 2 1 0 4-16 Information Services 5 4 x3 2 1 0 4-17 Other 5 4 3 2 1 0 COMMENTS: SERVICE # SERVICE # 6 • OVERALL EMPHASIS _ MUCH REMAIN MUCH NO DEPT. & SERVICES MORE MORE SAME LESS LESS RATING LIBRARY 5-1 Library Services to Vail Residents 5 4 x3 2 1 0 5-2 Library Services to Eagle County 5 4 3 x 2 1 0 Residents 5-3 Library Services to Guests 5 4 x3 2 1 0 5-4 Library~Services to Seasonals 5 4 x3 2 1 0 5-5 Popular Books and Materials 5 4 x3 2 1 0 (best sellers, books on tape, videos, music cassettes/CD's, popular magazines) 5-6 Formal Education Support Center, 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 Staff Visits to Schools, Materials to Support Curriculum 5-7 Preschooler Learning Center 5 4 x3 2 1 0 (story hours, summer reading programs, children's book collection 5-8 Reference Library (information 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 needing regular update: college catalogs, business information) 5-9 High-tech Information Retrieval 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 (CD ROM retrieval stations, computer modem links to library} 5-10 Library Expansion (versus no 5 4 3x 2 1 0 community room) 5-11 Library Hours 5 4 x3 2 1 0 5-12 Other 5 4 3 2 1 0 COMMENTS: SERVICE # SERVICE # 7 OVERALL EMPHASIS ' MUCH REMAIN MUCH NO DEPT. & SERVICES MORE MORE SAME LESS LESS RATING POLICE 6-1 Public Education 5 4 x3 2 1 0 6-2 School Programs 5 4 x3 2 1 0 6-3 Crime Prevention - Residential Programs 5 4 x3 2 1 0 6-4 Crime Prevention - Business Programs 5 4 x3 2 1 0 6-5 Bicycle Safety Education 5 4 x3 2, 1 0 6-6 Community Relations - Overall 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 6-7 Drug Enforcement 5 4 x3 2 1 0 6-8 Criminal Enforcement 5 4 x3 2 1 0 6-9 Juvenile Enforcement 5 4 x3 2 1 0 6-10 Traffic Enforcement - Residential Areas 5 4 x3 2 1 0 6-11 Traffic Enforcement - Frontage Roads 5 4 3x 2 1 0 6-12 Traffic Enforcement - I-70 5 4 3 x2 1 0 6-13 Bicycle Enforcement 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 6-14 Parking Enforcement 5 4 x3 2 1 0 6-15 Abandoned Vehicle Enforcement 5 4 x3 2 1 0 6-16 Trash/Abandoned Property Enforcement 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 6-17 Animal Control 5 4 x 3 2 1 0 6-18 Criminal Investigations 5 4 x3 2 1 0 6-19 Dispatch Center Operations 5 4 x3 2 1 0 6-20 Special Event Security 5 4 x3 2 1 0 8 r - OVERALL EMPHASIS MUCH REMAIN MUCH NO DEPT. & SERVICES MORE ~~ORE SAME LESS LESS RATING POLICE (Continued) 6-21 Traffic Control - 4-way 5 4 3x 2 1 0 b-22 Other 5 4 3 2 1 0 COMMENTS: SERVICE # SERVICE # 9 FIRE 1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-S i-8 1-7 1-8 1-8 1-10 IN NM NNMN MNNf~ Count 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 8 Mean 3.0 3.1 3.0 2.9 3.1 3.1 3.0 3.3 3.0 3.0 1NMNNNNN MN MN N N fONNMNNf~ PUBLIC VNDRKS/1'RIWSPORfATION 2-1 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-S 2-8 2-7 2-9 2-it .,_~~2-13 l±~,£F~(¢`2-18 ~"~'.~2-18 2-19 2-20 2-21 2-22 2-23 2-24 2-23 2-28 2-27 2-28 2-29 2-30 2-91 2-32 2-33 2-34 2-35 ' k s ~ ~.-r z` ' x i NW MM Nt NNM4iw HlrH tier/t~~tNNWNNMINNMNNNN NMNNMNNfYN Msent 2.9 2.7 3.0 30 3.0 2.9 29a,.8( 32s_..a.8< 30~5;$.~„ 3.0~ 3.A .,...~.b; 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>;t><~ s,::~:;:v. ?s yq 1NNNMNMMN N IY l _I~ NMNNM M_.._ INNMNNIMINN I~f`i ~~~~u~~ Count 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 ~f 7 7 7 7 7 s'sa~~ 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 Mean 3.1 2.7 3.0 3.0 3.0 ^f 3.1 3.3 ~y',i!!'~ 2.8 3.0 ~ ~ 3.1 3.1 3.0 3.0 3.1 3.0 3.1 3.1 3.0 2.9 ~?z~~t 3.3 3.0 3.1 3.3 3.4 3.0 3.0 3.0 2.9 fNNNNNNNNMf1N NNNNINMNNIMNN M~NN1rNNMNNMNNfIfNMMNMMIINMNNMNNMNNMNN1ftNNR1NNMNNMNNMNNMN tiN/Nr ti K _ r._ , . , . a _ " ~ Board of Appeals . ~ . ,Sec. 204. (a) General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions _ k or determinations made b the buildin official relative to the a lication and inter- ~ Y g PP pretation of this code, there shall be and is hereby created a board of appeals con- sisting ofinembers who are qualified by experience and training to pass on matters pertaining to building construction and who are not employees of the jurisdiction. The building official shall be an ex officio member of and shall act as secretary to said board but shall have no vote on any matter before the board. The board of ap- peals shall be appointed by the governing body and shall hold office at its pleasure. _ . The board shall adopt rules of procedure for conducting its business, and shall ren- der all decisions and findings in writing to the appellant with a duplicate copy to the building official. (b) Limitations of Authority. The board of appeals shall have no authority rela- tive t~ interpretation of the administrative provisions of this code nor shall the board be empowered to waive requirements of this code. Violations Sec. 205. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to erect, con- struct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convertor demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or cause or permit the same to be done in violation of this code. a' +(.p~ . ~ "Y, ' ~Il~ili~ ~~IV~~IYII~I~I~~~dV . Pierce, Segerberg & Spaeh Architects P.C. A.I.A. April 21, 1992 ~~"UAi R22 1992 Mr. Gary Murrain Town of Vail . Building Department 75 S. Frontage Road West Vail, CO 81657 Dear Gary: ' I would be interested in being considered for a position on the new Town of Vail Building Department Board of Appeals. Please contact me with further information at your earliest convenience. Sincerely, ' PIERCE, SEGERBERG & SPAEH, ARCHITECTS P.C. A.I.A. \ Sa ndra Spaeh, A.I.A. Vice President V h Main Office: 1000 South Frontage Road West Vail, Colorado 81657 303/476-4433 One Tabor Center 1200 Seventeenth Street, Suite 515 Denver, Colorado 80202 303/623-335 ' ~ ppq 3 01992 Apri128, 1992 . Gary Murrain Town of Vail 75 South Frontage Road West Vail, Colorado 81657 Gary: I would like to apply for one of the seats on the Vail "Board of Appeals" . I have been involved with the Vail construction process for 17 years with Beck and Associates. During that time I have been responsible for taking projects from preliminary plans to final Certificate of Occupancy including the full scope of the Town of Vail process. I have managed large Core remodels, Bell Tower, Plaza Lodge, Red Lion, as well as many smaller remodels and new construction within the Town of Vail limits. I currently live within the Town of Vail limits and continue as Vice PresidentlProject Manager for Beck and Associates. Should you have any further questions, please call me. Thanks for your consideration. Sincerely, . Bill Anderson Project Manager Beck and Associates, Inc. BA/di . ' ~ ~ APR 2 ~ david mark peel, a.i.a. 19g~ kathy langenwalter, a.i.a. architects 2538 arosa drive p.o. box 1202 vail, co 81658 303-476-4506 April 16, 1992 Mr. Gary Murrain TOWN OF VAIL BUILDING DEPT. 75 South Frontage Rd. West Vail, Colorado 81657 Dear Gary, This letter is to notify you of my application to sit on the Town of Vail BOARD OF APPEALS. If you have any information or any questions of me, please give me a call at pour convenience. Yours truly, ~L~ David M. Peel, AIA PEEL/LANGENWALTER ARCHITECTS ate. _ y' • ^ r ~~__1 • ~ u ~ tt f ~ lJ ~ GEORGE SHAEFFER _ T ~,4~. n n n • ' • ~ P. O. Box 373 Vail, Colorado 81658 (303)845-5656 April 17, 1992 Mr. Gary Murrain Town of Vail 75 S. Frontage Road Vail, Colorado 81657 Dear Gary, The purpose of this letter is to inform you of my interest in serving on the Board of Appeals which you are in the process of forming. As shown on the enclosed resume, I have over twenty years of building experience mostly in the Vail area. Also, I have a sincere desire to constructively assist in matters of building code interpretation and implementation. Please contact me if you have any questions regarding my qualifications or need further references. c;r rely, c+ David M. Floyd DMF/rm Enclosure _ ' GEORGE SHAEFFER • ~ • ~ P.O. Box 373 Vail, Colorado 81658 (303) 845-5656 RESUME DAVID M. FLOYD PROJECT MANAGER EDUCATION: Northeastern University - Boston, MA B.A. - Psychology Rutgers University - New Brunswick, NJ Graduate Study - Consumer Psychology EXPERIENCE: 1991-Present: George Shaeffer Construction Company - Vail, CO Project Manager 1988-1991: Nelson-Zeeb Construction - Avon, CO Project Manager 1973-1988: Floyd Custom Builders - Vail, C0; Charlottesville, VA General Contractor 1969-1973: James Craig Construction - Vaii, CO Superintendent, Carpenter 1969-1978: Vaii Associates - Vail, CO Professional Ski Patrolman 1968-1969: Batten, Barton, Durstine & Osborne - New York, NY Project Director, Advertising Research PROJECT REFERENCES: Projects with George Shaeffer Construction Comaanv: Pro.iect/Owner Architect Amount BAKER RESIDENCE (Project Manager) EDWARDS, CO William Baker Miramonti Group Architects Watertown, NY Edwards, CO $ 550,000 Pro.iects with George Shaeffer Construction Comoanv: (Continued) Pro.iect/Owner Architect Amount McADAM RESIDENCE (Project Manager) VAIL, CO Tim McAdam Snowdon & Hopkins Architects Vail, CO Vail, CO $ 850,000 MILAM RESIDENCE (Project Manager) EDWARDS, CO William Milam Coffey Assoc. Architects Edwards, CO Littleton, CO $ 625,000 HONG KONG CAFE (Project Manager) VAIL, CO Phil Hoversten Snowdon & Hopkins Architects Vail, CO Vail, CO $ 200,000 THE LODGE AT BEAVER CREEK (Project Manager) REMODELS BEAVER CREEK, CO David Corbin Zehren & Associates Beaver Creek, CO Avon, CO $ 91,000 Pro.iects with Nelson-Zeeb Construction Comoanv: GREYSTONE (Project Manager) BEAVER CREEK, CO East-West Partners Pierce, Segerberg & Spaeh Beaver Creek, CO Vail, CO $14,000,000 GREYSTONE - REMODELS (Project Manager) BEAVER CREEK, CO East-West Partners Pierce, Segerberg & Spaeh Beaver Creek, CO Vail, CO $2,000,000 ti Pro.iects with Flovd Custom Builders: WINTERGREEN (General Contractor) WINTERGREEN, VA $1,060,000 Numerous Custom Residences VAIL (General Contractor) VAIL, CO Custom Residential, Commercial New Construction and Remodeling ~ .y RFF'~ A ~ R 3 01992 April 28, 1992 Mr. Gary Murrain, Chief Building Official Town of Vail Department of Community Development 75 South Frontage Road West Vail, CO 81657 Re: Town of Vail Board of Appeals Dear Gary: I would like to volunteer to serve on the Town of Vail Board of Appeals. Attached is a copy of my resume for your consideration. Please call me to discuss this further. Sincerely yours, ARN D/G ATH Y/PRATT ARCHITECTS, P.C. i r Robert L. Arnold, AIA RLA/ad Enclosure , APR ~ 1992 n~~ " ROBERT L. ARNOLD, AIA ACADEMIC: Bachelor of Arts Dartmouth College, 1967 Master of Architecture University of Pennsylvania, 1972 REGISTRATIONS: National Council of Architectural Registration Boards Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Nevada AFFILIATIONS: American Institute of Architects Arrowhead at Vail Design Review Board MILITARY SERVICE: Lieutenant, United States Army 1967-69 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Arnold/Gwathmey/Pratt Architects, P.C. Present Buff Arnold-Ned Gwathmey Architects, P.C. 1987-1989 Robert L. Arnold Associates, Vail, Colorado 1983-1987 Morter-Fisher-Arnold, Vail, Colorado 1978-1982 Morter-Todd Partnership, Vail, Colorado 1975-1977 Brixen and Christopher, Salt Lake City, Utah 1974 Fowler, Ferguson, Kingston and Rubin, Salt Lake City, Utah 1973 PROJECT EXPERIENCE: Streamside at Vail Evergreen Building for Marriott Ownership Resorts, 39 units with parking and amenities, 90,000 SF completed 1 991 . Vail Gateway Plaza, Vail, Colorado Design and establish zoning for special development district allowing 18,000 s.f. of commercial space, six luxury condominium units, 93 structured parking spaces, and 4000 s.f. skylit mall. Completed 1991. Enclave at Beaver Creek, Colorado 40 luxury single family homes of four different models with swimming and tennis amenities. 1987-1990. . ~ •(t ROBERT L. ARNOLD, AIA Page Two Cascade Sports and Parking Center, Construction Documents and Construction Administration for full service athletic facility serving Cascade Village and the Westin Hotel, Vail, Colorado in association with James Ream Architect, San Francisco, completed 1987. Arrowhead at Vail, master planning and urban design for ski base village of 300,000 s.f. 1986-1989. Centennial at Beaver Creek, Construction Administration for 29 unit luxury condominium project in Beaver Creek in association with William Turnbull Associates, completed 1983. Streamside at Vail, master planning and PUD approval for 72 timeshare condominium units. 1983-1986. Streamside at Vail, Douglas Building, 33 timeshare condominium units, 5,000 s.f. office space, commercial no-iron laundry, completed 1985. Vail Centre Place, 14,000 s.f. luxury retail and residential mixed use buildings, Vail, Colorado, completed 1986. Sugarplum Village, 40 luxury condominium units, Alta, Utah, completed 1986. Club Condominiums 26 luxury condominium units, Cascade Village, Vail, Colorado, design development completed 1985. Millrace Condominiums, 30 luxury condominium units, Cascade Village, Vail, Colorado, completed 1982. Coldstream Condominiums, 45 luxury condominium units, Cascade Village, Vail, Colorado, completed 1980. West Vail Mall, 35,000 s.f. retail shopping center, Vail, Colorado, completed 1979. the mj mueiler co., inc. _ _ 24 April 1992 ~ - _ - - - Mr. Gary Murrain - - Town of Vail Building Official ~ ~ :7GtI.i s vii i,dyC icf,Yatl T~i'E.'SL - ~ Vail, Colorado 81657 Subject: Seat on Board of Appeals - Dear Mr. Murrain: - - - - : - As we have discussed, I am interested in applying _ - for a seat on the Town of Vail Board of Appeals as _ _ ~ = discussed in UBC Sec. 204. I am not an employee of _ the Town of Vail and -have been involved in -the. ' ~ . - - - construction industry for over 20 years. If you_ - - have any questions -regarding -this application -or - • - .-require additional information please contact me ate-':;~'=-' ; _ ~ - the phone number shown -below. I -look forward to _ ~ _ - - . your response . - - ~ - - - Sincerely yours, - •rt~; MJ MUELLER C INC. PK J. MUF - _ . - ~ o #25767. z : - - . 'ice C't'~ - _ _ - ~ : Mark eller, PE ~•./ONALS;•ap - ~ . - President . ~ _ - = . civil, architectural and structural engineering • p.o. box 2747 vail, Colorado 81658 476-2627 _ i~ TO: Ron Phillips Council Members FROM: Shelly Shanley DATE: July 16, 1992 RE: Investment Report Enclosed is the investment report for June 30, 1992. This month .our last CD matured. In the past we have always invested in CD's as a safe and high yielding investment. Currently, a one year jumbo CD is earning an average of 3.53%. That is less than the average yield during the month of June for the Colorado investment pools, where most of our money is presently invested. On July 2, 1992 the fed eased the discount rate from 3.5o to 3.0%. The prime rate quickly followed by dropping to 6.0~ .from 6.5~. We continue to follow the investment committee's decision to stay short and have our money available to take advantage of any rise in the market rates. Any questions? Please let me know. f } i, Torn of Yail, Colorado Investtent Report Suaaary of Recounts and Investaents For the Month Ending June 30, 1992 funds For Reserve Balances Percentage Percentage Operating Funds 05~31~91 of total Alloyed Money Market Accounts (see page 1) Couercial Banks (;61,592) ;445,106 ;383,114 1.00$ SO$ Noney Market and Mutual funds fi,001,1SS f4,052,956 fS,Ob0,111 26.312 100$ Colorado Invest~ent Pools f6,194,S6b ;6,144,566 35.40$ 100E Total ;1,139,119 14,448,662 ;12,231,141 63.11$ U.S. Goverment Securities (see page 2) Repurchase Agree~ents ;1,810,999 (1,810,499 14.bS$ T5$ treasury Notes 6 Bills ;1,489,502 f1,00S,009 (1,494,511 13.00$ 100$ GNMA's (134,008 ;134,008 0.10$ 100$ U.S. Savings Bonds ;11,616 ;12,816 0.12$ 100$ Federal Rgency Discount Notes 6 Bonds ;1,441,381 (1,491,381 1.11$ 100$ Total 33,131,113 (3,816,008 f6,9S3,181 36.14$ Total Portfolio 510,81b,901 ;8,314,610 f19,191,512 100.00$ Maturing Nithin 12 Months ;10,219,562 ;1,190,981 ;18,010,549 93.85$ Maturing Mithin 24 Months f0 SO f 0 0.00$ Maturing After 24 Months S6Si,340 ;523,683 11,181,023 6.14$ f1D,616,9D2 ;8,314,610 ;19,191,572 100.00$ Breakdown of Reserve Funds G.O. Bond Reserve ;1,831,145 Capital Projects Bond funds ;1,126,220 Chuck Anderson Me~orial ;10,941 ' Nealth Insurance Funds f434,T1S Sinking Fund ;1,810,944 ;8,314,610 1/1S/92j1p inrs~6 t - Money Market Accounts as of June 30, 1992 --For the Month of June-- Institution Balances Type of Recounts Nigh low Rverage 06/30/91 CONMERCIRL BRNK RCCOUNTS First Bank of Yail -Operating Interest 3.150$ 3.250$ 3.250$ (591,430) Balance 5680,911 ;15,823 ;331,589 First Bank of Yail -Insurance Interest 3.150$ 3.150$ 3.150$ ;434,715 - Balance Central Bank of Denver Interest 3.450$ General Operating Recount Balance ;34,819 Total Couercial Bank Recounts ;383,114 IOCRI GOVERNMENT 1NYESIMENT POOLS Colorado Trust (Invest~ent Pool) Interest 3.610$ Balance ;734,126 CSRFE Interest 4.010$ Balance ;6,059,840 Total local Govern~ent Invest~ent Pools Recounts (6,794,566 MONEY MRRKET RND NUTURL FUNDS MUIURL FUND ' Overland Express fund 4.900E Interest Balance S1,OO1,1S5 NONEy NaRKET FUNDS ` Federated Securities Corp. U. S. Treasury Trust Reserve account Interest 3.640$ Balance 5492,741 Fidelity Invest~ent Goverment honey Narket accounts Interest 3.110$ Bond Issue Reserve account t: Balance (1,333,995 Capital Projects Bond account Oalance 52,22b,220 Total Noney Narket and Nutual funds (5,060,111 Total all accounts SI2,231,191 t~account Subject to arbitrage Rebate 1~IS~92jlp inv~t6 Page 1 f Oovernaent Securities as of June 30, 1992 sstlreasury Notes 6 Bills=;= Days to Days Interest Rate Purchase Maturity Maturity to Book Par type Fund Coupon Yield Oate Date at Purchase Maturity Yalue Yalue lero Debt Service 1.620$ 11-Jun-91 1S-Nov-9S 1608 1233 1513,683 5700,000 Strip Pooled 4.020E 23-Jan-92 1S-Aug-92 10S 46 1498,812 SS10,000 Strip Pooled 3.969E il-feb-91 15-Nov-92 218 136 ;500,024 (!1!,000 8111 Pooled 3,911E 10-Jan-91 09-Ju1-92 181 9 1490,606 1500,000 Bill Debt Service 4.9001 09-Oct-91 24-Sep-41 3S1 86 ;481,316 5500,000 Arerage Years io Maturity 0.19 t1,444,51I 11,025,000 Average Yield 4.96E '=tRepurchase Agree~entss=~ Purchase Maturity Book Institution Yield Date Date Yalue Morgan Stanley = 1.BSOE Ol-Jun-92 Ol-Dec-92 f2,810,999 3 Sinking Fund Inrestaent to Retire G.O. Bonds tt:ONMA'Sta Years to Esti~ated Interest Rate Purchase Maturity Maturity Years to Principal Pool Coupon Yield Date Date at Purchase Maturity Outstanding 5803 8.000$ 8.480$ 14-Nov-86 15-Oct-05 19.10 1d.00 13!,921 13003 8.000$ 9.5008 14-Oct-86 1S-Oct-06 20.10 11.00 (45,194 14659 B.000t 9.100$ 24-Oct-86 iS-Jan-01 21.20 18.00 SS2,193 Avg Yield 9.110$ 1134,008 i=sU.S. Savings Bondst=R Years to Issue Maturity Maturity Years to Book Maturity Series Yield Date Date at Purchase Maturity Yalue Yalue EE 1.1108 O1-Oct-86 O1-Oct-96 10.00 1.26 112,816 130,000 r::Federal Agency Discount Notes Z< Bondsjir ' Oat's to Interest Rate Purchase Maturity Maturity Days to Book Maturity . Agency Fund Coupon Yield Date Date at Purchase Maturity Yalue Yalue fHLM Pooled 4.136Y 05-Mar-92 04-Aug-41 152.00 35.00 (491,38] 1500,000 FHl6 Pooled 1.080E 1.0802 25-Jun-91 25-Jun-93 131.00 360.00 1500,000 (500,000 fHMA Pooled 1.130E 1.130E 15-Sep-91 24-Sep-48 2556.00 2111.00 1500,000 (500,000 11,491,381 t1,S00,000 Average Yield ~ 6.36E " Average Days to Maturity 891 Total 16,953,181 ' 1/1S/92j1p inrtr6 Page 2 MINUTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING JUNE 30, 1992 7:30 P.M. A special meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, June 30, 1992, at 7:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building. MEMBERS PRESENT: Peggy Osterfoss, Mayor Merv Lapin, Mayor Pro-Tem Bob Buckley Jim Gibson Rob Levine Jim Shearer Tom Steinberg MEMBERS ABSENT: none TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Martha Raecker, Town Clerk The meeting began at 7:30 P.M, with Rob Levine absent. The first item of the meeting was a request by Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney, to amend the Notice of Special Meeting to include the following items: a) Stipulation Agreement RE: Linda Trope, et al. vs. Town of Vail, et al. b) Discussion of Refinancing of Town of Vail Long-Term Debt Jim Gibson moved to add these items to the agenda, seconded by Tom Steinberg. Upon vote, the motion passed unanimously. The first agenda item discussed was the Stipulation Agreement RE: Linda Trope, et al., vs. Town of Vail, et al. Larry Eskwith briefly discussed the case, saying the Town of Vail would not issue a certificate of occupancy to the Tropes until the easement used for parking is paved. Plaintiffs contend the use of that easement by owners of an adjacent lot is currently in litigation, and they do not wish to pave until a resolution is reached. This stipulation agreement provides for posting of a corporate surety bond or a letter of credit by the plaintiffs for the performance of their obligation until such time as the court rules on the easement issue and the work is complete. John Dunn, attorney for the plaintiff, was present. Jim Gibson moved to accept the stipulation agreement. Jim Shearer seconded that motion. A vote was taken, and the motion passed unanimously. The second item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 19, Series of 1992, second reading, an ordinance concerning the refunding of certain outstanding obligations; authorizing the issuance and sale of $7,900,000 single family revenue refunding bonds, 1992 Series A, to refund such obligations; ratifying certain action heretofore taken; authorizing the execution and delivery by the Town of a trust indenture, bond purchase agreement, assignment and amendment of origination and service agreements, option to purchase mortgage insurance, closing documents and such bonds in connection therewith; making determinations as to the sufficiency of revenues and as to other matters related thereto; exercising the Town's option to redeem certain outstanding obligations; and repealing action heretofore taken in conflict herewith. Mayor Osterfoss read the title in full. Steve Jeffers of George K. Baum presented the ordinance changes. In doing this refund, Mr. Jeffers projected an $841,000 savings to the Town of Vail at the bond closing, with an additional $60,000 present value residual in the years 2009 and 2010, resulting in a $900,000 eventual savings to the Town. Mr. Jeffers indicated this change in the savings amount from the first reading 1 of the ordinance was a result of their finalizing the cash flow, rather than interest rates. The underwriting fee to George K. Baum remains $102,000. Rob Levine arrived at 7:50 P.M. There was some discussion regarding the feasibility of waiting until November 1st for this refunding. Questions to this option included the potential increase in interest rates, marketability of these bonds in the future after reneging on the current sale, and the national and regional election ramifications. Merv Lapin indicated he would approve this ordinance, but was reluctant, given the profit margin for George K. Baum. Rob Levine moved to approve Ordinance 19, Series of 1992, on second reading. Jim Shearer seconded that motion. A vote was taken, and the motion passed unanimously. Item three on the agenda was a discussion of refinancing of Town of Vail long-term debt. Steve Barwick reviewed the pros and cons in negotiated bids vs. competitive bids. Council was given a proposed full bid process schedule, with October 30th as the closing date on bonds. There was discussion by Council of the desire to work through a competitive bid process, even though it could result in the necessity of an emergency ordinance. Steve Jeffers of George K. Baum & Co., and Dennis Coughlin of Coughlin & Co. both expressed interest in bidding on the project. Jim Gibson moved to rescind last week's action relative to Town of Vail long- term debt, which was to approve a negotiated process with George K. Baum & Co. Merv Lapin seconded that motion. A vote was taken, and the motion passed 6-1, Rob Levine opposed. Merv Lapin then moved to instruct Town staff to proceed with the proposed competitive bid process and attempt to shorten that schedule, particularly between the July 27th proposal due date and the August 17th final selection date, and also to hire an analyst to assist staff in determining the number of RFP's to be sent out and to assist in reviewing submitted proposals. Jim Gibson seconded that motion., adding that the analyst hired should not be one of the RFP respondents. Mayor Osterfoss suggested that a committee of council members be formed to work with staff and the analyst on this process. Steve Barwick discussed some suggested criteria for the RFP final selection. Hermann Staufer stated the council should make the final selection decision. Jim Gibson called the question. A vote was taken, and the motion passed unanimously. Council members assigned to the committee were Peggy Osterfoss, Merv Lapin, and Jim Gibson. Ron Phillips discussed additional business for Council as follows: 1. Monday, July 6, 1992 -Reception hosted by Peter Kalkus for Terry Considine and Jack Kemp at the Hyatt at Beaver Creek from 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. Everyone welcome. 2. Council members interested in participating in the 4th of July parade should let Ron know as soon as possible. 3. Slifer, Smith & Frampton Library Benefit Hoe-Down - scheduled for Friday, July 3, at 4-Eagle Ranch. Rob Levine moved to direct the Town of Vail to buy tickets for one table, seconded by Merv Lapin. Motion passed unanimously. Paul Rondeau addressed the Council, stating they should keep their objectives and requirements constantly in mind, to benefit themselves as well as the public. He suggested statements of objectives and requirements be put in writing for each meeting. Randy Garman asked that specific guidance be given to Town staff on how to process the bond RFP's. He requested that all RFP's be opened at the same time at an appointed hour, and that anyone who wished to attend be welcome. Peggy Osterfoss said his recommendations would be reviewed by the bond committee. There being no further business, Jim Gibson moved that the meeting be adjourned to executive session. That motion was seconded by Tom Steinberg. A vote was taken, and the motion passed unanimously. 2 The meeting was adjourned to executive session at 9:40 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Margaret A. Osterfoss, Mayor ATTEST: Martha S. Raecker, Town Clerk Minutes taken by Martha Raecker 3 ORDINANCE NO. 11 SERIES 1992 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 18.24 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE TOWN OF VAIL BY THE ADDITION OF SECTION 18.24.058, CONTROLLING UNDESIRABLE PLANTS WITHIN THE TOWN, DECLARING SUCH PLANTS A NUISANCE, St ~ ~ iNG FORTH PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND SETTING FORTH DETAILS IN REGARD THERETO. WHEREAS, the Town Council wishes to institute the provisions of C.R.S. Section 35-5.5- 109 dealing with the control of undesirable plants within the State of Colorado. NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Town Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado: 1. Chapter 18.24 of the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail is hereby amended by the addition of Section 18.24.058 to read as follows: A. Undesirable Plants Russian, Spotted and Diffuse Knapweed and Leafy Spurge are declared to be undesirable plants to be controlled in accordance with this ordinance. B. Declaration of Nuisance Leafy Spurge, Russian Knapweed, Spotted Knapweed, and Diffuse Knapweed, Russian Thistle and Canadian Thistle, and all other plants designated "undesirable plants" by the Town are declared to be a public nuisance. Such action may be taken as is available for nuisance abatement under the laws of this state and the Town of Vail, and as Town Council, in their sole discretion, deem necessary. C. Removal of Undesirable Plants Required by Property Owner Property owners within the Town of Vail shall be responsible for the elimination of undesirable plants from their property within ninety (90) days of the effective date of this ordinance. Such removal shall be accomplished in an ecologically feasible and environmentally safe manner in accordance with all applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations. D. Enforcement The Town shall have the right to enter upon any premises, lands, or places, whether public or private, during reasonable business hours or upon proper notice for the purpose of inspecting for the existence of undesirable plants, and shall have the right to propose, implement or enforce the management of undesirable plants upon such lands in accordance with the provisions of C.R.S. Section 35-5.5-109. 1 E. Penalty Violation of this chapter/article shall be subject to a penalty of up to ninety (90) days in jail or a fine up to nine hundred ninety nine dollars ($999.00), or both such fine and imprisonment in addition to any other remedies provided herein or allowed by ordinance, law, rule, or regulation. 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, 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, APPROVED, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this 21st day of July, 1992, and a public hearing shall be held on this Ordinance on the day of , 1992, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail, Colorado. Margaret A. Osterfoss, Mayor ATTEST: Martha S. Raecker, Town Clerk 2 READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED this day of , 1992. Margaret A. Osterfoss, Mayor ATTEST: Martha S. Raecker, Town Clerk C:~ORD92.11 3 This ordinance includes all of the requested changes which Council made during first reading, May 7, 1991. The ordinance was - passed on first reading with a 7 - 0 vote. The ordinance r:. ~r,:..ed for s;...,,..1 reading will have different legal descriptions for each view corridor as the Town is updating the mormmentation for all of the view corridors. ORDINANCE NO. 13 Series of 1991 AN ORDINANCE A1~ING SECTION G OF THS VAIL VILLAGE URBAN DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS RELATING TO THE PROTECTION OF VIEWS iPITHIN THE TOWN OF VAIL AND CREATING A NSOP CHAPTER OF THE 1daJNICIPAL CODS OF THS TOWN OF VAIL TO PROVIDE FOR THS PROTECTION OF CERTAIN VIEWS liITBIN TH8 TOWN AND SETTING FORTH THS DETAILS IN REGARD THSI3ST0 WHEREAS, it is the opinion of the Town Council that the preservation of certain existing view corridors is essential to the character of Vail as a mountain resort community; and WHEREAS the preservation of views will protect and enhance the Town's attraction- to tourists and visitors; and WHEREAS the preservation of views will stabilize and enhance the aesthetic and economic vitality of the Town of Vail; and WHEREAS the amendment will more clearly identify existing view corridors and development procedures for the public's benefit; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO AS FOLLOWS: 1. Section G of the Urban Design Considerations is hereby modified to read as follows: Paragraph G Vail's mountain/valley setting is a fundamental part of its identity. Views of the mountains, ski slopes, creeks and other natural features are constant reminders of the mountain environment and, by repeated visibility, are orientation reference points. Certain building features also provide important orientation references and visual focal points. The most significant and obvious view corridors have been adopted as part of the Design Review standards in Chapter 18.73 of the Vail Municipal Code. The view corridors adopted should not be considered exhaustive. When evaluating a development proposal, priority should be given to an analysis of the impact of the project on views. Views that should be preserved originate from either major pedestrian areas or public plazas, and include views of the ski mountain, the Gore Range, or the Clock Tower. The views of the ski slopes and of the Clock Tower, which have been adopted by ordinance, were chosen due to their aignificartce, not only from an aesthetic standpoint, but also as orientation reference points for pedestrians.' Development in the Vail Village shall not encroach into any adopted view corridor. Adopted corridors are listed in Chapter 18.73 of the Vail Municipal Code. Whether affecting adopted view corridors or not, the impact of proposed development on views from pedestrian ways must be identified and mitigated where needed. . k 2. Title 18 of the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail is hereby amended by the addition of Chapter 18.73 to read as follows: Chapter 18.73 - View Corridors 18.73.010 - Purpose A. The protection and perpetuation of certain panoramic mountain views from various pedestrian/public ways within the Town is required in the interests of posterity, civic pride and the general welfare of the people of the Town of Vail; B. It is desirable to designate, preserve and perpetuate certain existing panoramic mountain views for the enjoyment and environmental enrichment of the citizens and visitors to the Town; C. The preservation of such views will strengthen and preserve the Town's unique environmental heritage and attributes; D. The preservation of such views will enhance the aesthetic and economic vitality and values of the Town; E. The preservation of such views will protect and enhance the Town's attraction to tourists and visitors; F. The preservation of such views will promote good design and will provide for natural light in the buildings and public spaces in the vicinity of the view corridors. 18.73.020 - Adoption of View C~r.ridor Legal Descriptions and Photographs The photographs on record with the Community Development Department and the following legal descriptions are hereby approved and adopted as official view corridors protecting views within the Town. 2 A. A view from the south side of the Vail Transportation Center from the main pedestrian stairway looking toward the ski slopes; View Point #1 Instrument - Vfew Point #1 Backsight - Traverse Point #1 Height of instrument above View Point #1 - 5.4 feet Lens used in photograph - 35 mm Horizonal Angle Zenith Angle Foresight Point on Photo 358 47' 76 41' A 358 47' 85 49' B 12 06' 89 14' C 15 00' 89 17' D 22 14' 86 54' E 35 18' 85 42' F 38 17' 76 21' G B. A view from upper Bridge Street looking toward the ski slopes between 228 Bridge street the Golden Peak Building, and 311 Bridge Street, the Hill Building; Viea Point #2 Instrument - View Point #2 Backsight - View Point #4 Height of Instrument Above View Point #2 - 5.4 feet Lens used in photograph - 35 mm 3 .Horizontal Angle Zenith Angle Foresight Point on Photo 287 30' 74 35' A 289 40' 90 17' B 299 02' 92 47' C 301 51' 74 10' D C. The northeast corner of 244 Wall Street, the One Vail Place Building, looking over the roofs of 304 Bridge Street, the Red Lion, and 356 Hanson Ranch Road, the Christiania, toward the Gore Range. The legal description for this view corridor will be based upon the proposed Christiania development as shown on Exhibit A. Viex Point ~4 Instrument - View Point #4 Backsight - To Be Determined Height of Instrument Above View Point #4 - 5.4 feet Lens used in photograph - 50 mm D, View of the Gore Range from Hanson Ranch Road just east of the Mill Creek Bridge and south of 302 Gore Creek Drive, the Mill Creek Court Building; Viev Point #5 Instrument - View Point #5 Backsight - Focal Point #1 Height of Instrument Above View Point #5 - 5.4 feet Lens used in photograph - 35 mm Horizontal Angle Zenith Angle Foresight Point On Photo 2 01 31' 81 2 4' A 206 53' 85 03' B 210 24' 85 11' C 213 09' 84 03' D 213 09' 83 00' 4 E. Looking east to the Gore Range from Gore Creek Drive between retail shops at 174 Gore Creek Drive, the Lodge at Vail, and 193 Gore Creek Drive, the Gore Creek Plaza Building. View Boint #6 Instrument - View Point #6 Backsight - Traverse Point ~2 Height of Instrument Above View Point #6 - 5.4 feet Lens used in photograph - 35 mm Horizontal Angle Zenith Angle Foresight Point on Photo 356 55' 81 00' A 357 32' 83 19' B 00 46' 83 13' C O1 59' ~ 85 26' D 12 43' 85 26' E 12 51' 80 10' F 12 12' 78 58' G 13 07' 73 06' H 18.73.030 - Limitations on Construction No structure shall be permitted to encroach above the view corridor boundary identified with the dashed tape set forth on each of the adopted photographs. The boundaries are determined by the legal descriptions listed in Section 18.73.020. Copies of the photographs and legal descriptions are on file with the Community Development Department. For the purposes of this Chapter, the term structure shall include, but not be limited to, new buildings, building expansions, decks, remodels, mechanical equipment, vents, ducts, satellite dishes, fences, stoplights, light poles, utility poles, skylights or any similar objects. 18.73.040 - Mass and Bulk Controls A. Proposed Buildings Expansions in the Vicinitv of Existinc7 Encroachments When any proposed structure infringes upon a Town of Vail view corridor, but is located in front of or behind another structure 5 which already encroaches into the same view corridor, the new structure shall not be permitted. B. View Corridor Height Control. If the maximum height allowed by the zoning code exceeds the resulting height limitation defined by the view corridor, the more restrictive height regulation shall apply. C. Proposed Remodels of BuildinQS with Existing Encroachments Pre-existing encroachments in view corridors shall not be expanded or enlarged to create further encroachment. Any existing encroachments will be encouraged to be removed as part of any major building remodel, except for identified focal points, such as the Clock Tower and Bell Tower. 18.73.050 - Submittal Rewirements The following information shall be submitted along with a Design Review Board application, exterior alteration application, any variance application, or any other application that may pertain to view corridors, so that the Town staff can properly evaluate whether a structure complies with this view corridor chapter: A. Existing and proposed elevations of the development; B. Photographs taken from the adopted view point which indicate the present improvements which protrude into, or are in the vicinity of the view corridor, and a graphic representation on the photographs of how the proposed improvements will appear with relation to existing improvements and view corridor boundaries. Photographs to be submitted must be taken from the same point used to define the corridor, with the same lens size, and with the camera set at a height of 5.4 feet above the pavement. C. If necessary, the Community Development Department may require models, overlays, sketches, or other submittal materials which show the potential impact the structure could have upon the protected view corridor if constructed. 6 i 18.73.060 - Amendments and Appeals 1 A. Amendments No variance shall be permitted to any provision of this chapter 18.73. The provisions of this chapter, including the legal descriptions and photographs of the designated view corridors, shall only be amended in accordance with the provisions of Sections 18.66.110 through 18.66.170 of this code. B. Appeals If a determination is made by staff that a proposed structure would encroach into an adopted view corridor, the applicant may appeal the determination to the Planning and Environmental Commission, according to Section 18.66.030. 18.73.070 - Exemptions A structure which is presently located in an adopted view corridor may remain and', if destroyed by natural causes, may be replaced to its current size and height, provided such reconstruction takes place within one year following destruction. However, no structures which are located within a designated view corridor on the effective date of this ordinance shall be permitted to expand or enlarge the area of the structure which is located within the view corridor. 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. 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 of Vail and the inhabitants thereof. 5. The repeal or the repeal and reenactment of any provision of the Vail Municipal 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 of 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. INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED AND ORDERED PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL, this day of , 1991. A public hearing shall be held hereon on the day of 1991, at the regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado, in the Municipal Building of the Town. 7 Y t Kent R. Rose, Mayor ATTEST: Pamela A. Brandmeyer, Town Clerk READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED this day of , 1991. Kent R. Rose, Mayor ATTEST: Pamela A. Brandmeyer, Town Clerk 8 JIM LAMONT 013~13~22~585~ P. i@~ a To: Vail Tow11 Council From: Jim Lamont, Planning Consultant Date: Jua.,y 21., 1992 R.E: East Village Homeowners Association View Corridor Amendments =n regards to agenda items pertaining to view Corridors, the Board of Directors of the East village: Homeowners Association wish to bring the following concerns to your attention. 1. Sections 18.7~.p50 {A}S6} az~d 18.73.060 gives "sole" discretion to the eommunaty Development Department to determine if the application is to be re~tiewed by planning or design consultants. The applicant must reimburse the Town of Vail f~rr all expen~;es incurred by a consultant review. The applicant must day for these expenses before the application begins the public review process, The aonsuitant review provision is similar in language to the reimbursement requirements in the zoning ordinance for Environmental Impact statements. The review subaects required far Erxvirc?nmental Impact Statements are precisely defined in the zoning ordinance {chapter 18.56). In the View corridor Ordinance, subjects for consultant review are not as clear~,y defined and could become the cause of irreconcilable disputes. Disputes between an applicant and staff with nr~ recourse of appeal to the Tawn council is a less than satisfactory method of arbitration or reconciliation. 'the ~'so~,e.. discretion language in the View corridor Ordinance a~?pears to disallow an appeal. The appeal of an administrative action should be extended to the view Corridor Ordinance. 2. Section 18.73.060-Encroachments into Existing View corridors, sets no upward limits upon thhe degree of an encroachment. 2t appears that an encroac2unent could exceed the height limitation in a standard zone d~.s-trict. This provision should n©t be used as a means to exceed, the restrictive height limitati©ns of standard zox~,e districts. Further, it appears an encroachment cou~.d exceed height limitations if applied for under a Special Development District. The degree t~f an encroachment in a Special Development District could potential~.y allow a bui~.ding to S I M L,ptMOFIT g 1303$275656 • ~ , Vai], Town CtruncilJ~im T,aYaant Dato: July 21, 192 RE: East Village Hame~~?.,ers Assvciatian View Corridor Amendments page 2 black a si.gnig3cant portion of a view corridor. The degree to which a structure is permitted to et~oroacxh within a view corridor in a Special Development District should have greater limitations tlxan a special Deve~,~. gent District riot interfering with an established view corr~idorss. Encroachments within view carridc~rs shcsuld be limited to architeatural appurtenances and shpuld hot be used tv increase development potential in standard zone di~trict+~ r~z specia]. Development Districts. To mirrimiz~s canfusaon regardingg encroachments, "architectural appurtenance~~ shau],d be speaifitsally defined in the ordinance. Architectural appurter~anass are broadly defined as an appendages that are unique to an architectural sty~,e {e.g. cupola) or necessary far venting or uti~.ity service. Gc: Dob Calvin hoard c;rf Directors Kristan PritZ` Andy Knudtsen 1 a F' L~~ ~ v? r ORDINANCE NO. 18 Series of 1992 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION G OF THE VAIL VILLAGE URBAN DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS RELATING TO THE PROTECTION OF VIEWS WITHIN THE TOWN OF VAIL AND CREATING A NEW CHAPTER OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE TOWN OF VAIL TO PROVIDE FOR THE PROTECTION OF CERTAIN VIEWS WITHIN THE TOWN AND S~ ~ ~ LNG FORTH THE DETAILS IN REGARD THERETO WHEREAS, it is the opinion of the Town Council that the preservation of certain existing view comdors is essential to the character of Vail as a mountain resort community; and WHEREAS the preservation of views will protect and enhance the Town's attraction to guests and visitors; and WHEREAS the preservation of views will stabilize and enhance the aesthetic and economic vitality of the Town of Vail; and WHEREAS this new chapter will more clearly identify existing view corridors and development procedures for the benefit of the public; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO AS FOLLOWS: Section 1 Title 18 of the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail is hereby amended by the addition of Chapter 18.73 to read as follows: Chapter 18.73 -View Corridors 18.73.010 - Puroose The Town of Vail believes that preserving certain vistas is in the interest of the Town's residents and guests. Specifically, the Town believes that: A. The protection and perpetuation of certain mountain views and other significant views from various pedestrian/public ways within the Town will foster civic pride and is in the public interest of the Town of Vail; B. It is desirable to designate, preserve and perpetuate certain views for the enjoyment and environmental enrichment of the residents and guests of the Town; C. The preservation of such views will strengthen and preserve the Town's unique environmental heritage and attributes; D. The preservation of such views will enhance the aesthetic and economic vitality and values of the Town; E. The preservation of such views is intended to promote design which is compatible with the surrounding naturat and built environment, and is intended to provide 1 J I I"1 LAI"IQNT @ 1 30$8275856 P. 0 1 ~ pages including cover. T©: Vail Town Council ??r cc: dd From: Jim Lamont Gate: Tuesday, July 21, 1982 If yvu do not receive all pages, please contact: East Village Homeowners Association Fort +DffiCe Box 3$ Vail, Colorado 81~b$ Rhone Number: 3a3~827-56$(~ Eax Number: 3a3-8Z7~585f~ Subject: View Corridor Ordinance Amendments special Instruction: Would you please forward the attached memorandum to the Town Council and appropriate staff (as noted) prior to this evenings meeting. I will leave word with the Community aevelopm+~nt Department that the memo has been sent. for natural light to buildings and in public spaces in the vicinity of the view corridors; F. The preservation of such views will include certain focal points such as the Clock Tower and Rucksack Tower, which serve as prominent landmarks within Vail Village and contribute to the community's unique sense of place. 18.73.020 -Definitions For the purposes of this chapter, the following terms shall be defined as shown below: A. Structure: Anything permanently constructed or erected with a fixed location including, but not limited to, new buildings, building expansions, decks, mechanical equipment," vents, ducts, satellite dishes, fences, stop lights, light poles, signs, utility poles, sky lights or any similar object. B. View Point Origination: The survey pin, called out as the instrument in each legal description defining a view corridor boundary, which is the basis for each view corridor. Section 18.73.030 -Limitations on Construction No part of a structure shall be permitted to encroach into any view corridor set forth in this ordinance unless an encroachment is approved in accordance with Section 18.73.060 of this ordinance. Section 18.73.040 -Adoption of View Corridors Photographs on record with the Community Development Department and the following legal descriptions are hereby approved and adopted as official view corridors protecting views within the Town. The photographs taken represent the boundaries defined by the legal descriptions. The camera used to take the photographs was held 5.4 feet above the instrument, which is approximate eye level for most adults. A 35 millimeter camera was used for each photograph; however, once developed, some photographs were cropped or enlarged to improve the graphic representation of each view corridor. A. View Point #1. A view from the south side of the Vail Transportation Center from the main pedestrian stairway looking toward the Clock Tower, 232 Bridge Street, the Rucksack Tower, 280 Bridge Street, and beyond to the ski slopes; Purpose - To protect the views of Vail Mountain, views of Vail Village and to maintain the prominence and views of the Clock Tower and Rucksack Tower as seen from the central staircase of the Transportation Center. 2 Instrument -View Point #1 - a 2" diameter brass disc, marked V.P. 1 on stair landing between Levels 2 and 3 of Vail Village Parking structure. Backsight - CW 1/16 corner of Section 8 Height of Survey Transit Above View Point #1 - 5.4 feet Horizontal Angle Zenith Angle Foresight Point on Photo as of 2/7/92 348°51'10" 77°21'30" A -intersection of the horizon with a vertical line defined by the southwest corner of the sixth floor deck enclosure on the Mountain Haus, 292 E. Meadow Drive. 348°30'10" 87°11'30" B1 -uppermost railing of the southwest comer of the balcony on the fourth floor of the Mountain Haus, 292 E. Meadow Drive. 355°23'00" 87°37'40" B2 -east end of the Red Lion roof ridge, 304 Bridge Street. 357°39'04" 87°40'43" B3 -intersection of the Red Lion roof ridge with the southeast corner of the Rucksack Tower, 280 Bridge Street. 357°57'59" 88°27'22" B4 -northeast comer of the base of the Rucksack Tower, 280 Bridge Street. 004°05'19" 89°16'02" C1 -intersection of the Gallery Building, 225 Gore Creek Drive, with the northeast corner of the Clock Tower, immediately below the balcony. 004°39'58" 89°16'33" C2 -western end of facia board on Gallery Building 004°47'18" 89°41'44" C3 -intersection of the sloping roof of the Gallery Building with the ridge line of the Clock Tower Building, which extends west 006°59'11" 89°42'12" D -intersection of the Clock Tower Building roof and the northwest corner of the Clock Tower 012°25'56" 87°38'01" E -peak of the Plaza Lodge vent chase, 232 Bridge Street. 027°08'54" 87°28'43" F -intersection of the north side of roof, Gasthof Gramshammer Building, 231 East Gore Creek Drive, with the east side of iwo large trees 031 °53'27" 76°26'35" G -intersection of the horizon line on Vail Mountain with the vertical line defined by the top of the western, very large pine tree west of Point F 3 B. View Point #2. A view from upper Bridge Street looking toward the ski slopes between 228 Bridge street, the Golden Peak Building, and 311 Bridge Street, the Hill Building; Purpose - To protect views of the ski runs and ski base area as seen from upper Bridge Street. Instrument -View Point #2 - a #6 rebar with a 2'/i" diameter aluminum cap marked V.P. 2 (PLS 16827) set in an aluminum monument box in Bridge Street in front of the Red Lion Building, 304 Bridge Street, Backslght -View Point #4 - a #6 rebar with a 2'/i" diameter aluminum cap marked V.P. 4 (PLS 16827) set in an aluminum monument, box, in the brick pavers, approximately 8 feet from the entrance to Frivolous Sal's, located near the northeast corner of One Vail Place Building, 244 Wall Street. Hetght of Survey Transit Above View Point #2 - 5.4 feet Horizontal Angle Zenith Angle Foresight Point on Photo as of 11 /15/91 289°25'48" 74°28'18" A -northwest corner of third floor balcony roof of Golden Peak Building 290°58'11" 89°58'00" 6 - PK nail in top of the 24 inch tall retaining wall on west side of Golden Peak House, 1 foot east from west edge of planter wall, and 10 feet west from the west face of the building 300°32'46" 92°05'34" C1 -top of south end of ski lockers, which are on railing 301 °35'24" 83°31'08" C2 -southeast corner of top deck rail on Hill Building 303°32'24" 73°38'55" D -southeast corner of brick chimney on Hill Building C. Reserved D. View Point #4. A view from the northeast comer of 244 Wall Street, the One Vail Place Building, looking aver the roofs of 304 Bridge Street, the Red Lion Building, and 356 Hanson Ranch Road, the Christiania Lodge, toward the Gore Range. Purpose - To protect views of the Gore Range as seen from the alley between Founders Plaza and Seibert Circle. Instrument -View Point #4 - a #6 rebar with a 2'/z" diameter aluminum cap marked V.P. 4 (PLS 16827) set in an aluminum monument box, in the brick pavers, approximately 8 feet from the entrance to Frivolous Sal's, located in the northeast comer of the One Vail Place Building, 244 Wall Street. 4 - Backslght -View Point #2 - a #6 rebar with a 2'/i" diameter aluminum cap marked V.P. 2 (PLS 16827) set in an aluminum monument box in Bridge Street in front of the Red Lion Building Height of Survey Transit Above Vlew Po1nt #4 - 5.4 feet Horizontal Anale Zenith Anale Foresight Point on Photo as of 11 /15/91 343°56'53" 62°24'10" A -south facia board of third floor roof of Plaza Lodge Building, 281 - 293 Bridge Street 348°37'05" 73°05'43" B -intersection of upper and second floor roof lines of Plaza Lodge Building 352°55'25" 73°34'26" C -south end of peak of second floor gable of Plaza Lodge Building 352°31'05" 79°24'44" D - eastern edge of second floor gable roof of Plaza Lodge Building 352°13'16" 79°24'55" E -intersection of second floor roof facia and southeast comer of Plaza Lodge Building 352°13'14" 84°44'25" F -intersection of southeast corner of building and top edge of first floor facia of Plaza Lodge Building 354°30'20" 86°13'30" G -top of southeasterly corner of first floor facia of Plaza Lodge Building 354°47'22" 86°07'58" H -intersection of south edge of Red Lion chimney and upper Red Lion roof line 358°21'46" 85°17'48" 1 -peak of upper Red Lion roof line 359°04'31" 85°30'36" J -intersection of upper Red Lion roof line and northerly roof line of the Christiania 000°16'55" 84°36'56" K -peak of northerly roof line of the Christiania 001 °59'47" 84°36'56" L -intersection of northerly roof peak and southerly roof line of the Christiania 003°05'44" 83°32'42" M -northwesterly comer of second floor balcony on Hill Building 006°23'31" 83°33'52" N -intersection of top of second floor balcony rail and brick wall on Hill Building 005°32'14" 67°54'58" O -northwest comer of top of facia on third floor roof of Hill Building E. View Point #5. A view of the Gore Range from Hanson Ranch Road just east of the Mill Creek Bridge and south of 302 Gore Creek Drive, the Mill Creek Court Building; Purpose - To protect views of the Gore Range as seen from Hanson Ranch Road and East Gore Creek Drive. Instrument -View Point #5 - a #6 rebar with 2'/2" diameter aluminum cap marked V.P. 5 (PLS 5 - 16827) set in an aluminum monument box in Hanson Ranch Road in front of the Mill Creek Court Building Backsight - #4 rebar with aluminum cap (LS 2568) in iron "Landmark" monument box marking centerline of Hanson Ranch Road -box is just west of Mill Creek in front of the Cyrano's Building at 298 Hanson Ranch Road. Helght of Survey Transit Above Vlew Point ff5 - 5.4 feet Horizontal Anale Zenith Anale Foresiaht Point on Photo as of 11 /15/91 199°03'06" 81°23'49" A -intersection of southeriy utility pole with ridge line 204°06'43" 85°10'40" 61 -intersection of northerly extension of Garden of the Gods Building, roofline with hillside ridge line 206°00'02" 85°10'40" B2 - northern end of roofline of the Garden of the Gods Building, 365 Vail Valley Drive 208'12'53" 85°10'40" C1 -intersection of southeriy extension of the Garden of the Gods building roofline and the Villa Valhalla roofline, 360 Hanson Ranch Road 208°33'36" 84°55'50" C2 -northwest comer of the Villa Valhalla at roof facia 210°41'41" 84°01'47" D -intersection of top of the Villa Valhalla roof facia and the upward extension of the north edge of the trim on the window column 210°41'41" 82°01'51" E -the upward extension of the north edge of the trim on the window column on the Villa Valhalla to a point above the horizon F. View Point #6. A view looking east to the Gore Range from Gore Creek Drive between retail shops at i 74 Gore Creek Drive, the Lodge at Vail, and 193 Gore Creek Drive, the Gore Creek Plaza Building projecting east to the Gore Range. Purpose - To protect views of the Gore Range as seen from the Gore Creek Drive Area. Instrument -View Point #6 - a #6 rebar with 2'/i" diameter aluminum cap marked V.P. 6 (PLS 16827) set in an aluminum monument box in Gore Creek Drive in front of the Gore Creek Plaza Building Backsight - a #6 rebar with 2'/2" diameter aluminum cap marked V.P. 6 B.S. (PLS 16827) set in an aluminum monument box in Gore Creek Drive near the southwest comer of Pepi's deck Helght of Survey Transit Above Vtew Point #6 - 5.4 feet Horizontal Anale 000°31'36" 003°14'42" 356°08'35" 007°56'03" 001 °48' 10" 356°55'02" 013°30'31" 6 013°38'14" Zenith Angle Foresight Point on Photo as of 11/15/91 81°02'17" A -point on horizon left of the chimney on Gasthof Gramshammer roof, 231 East Gore Creek Drive 012°55'17" 83°02'06" B -intersection of southeast edge of chimney and Gasthof Gramshammer's roofline 014°44'21 " 82°54'27" C - southern end of gable on Gasthof Gramshammer's roof 85°17'34" Q1 -intersection of northerly extension of Gorsuch Building's roof line and Gasthof Gramshammer's roof, 231 East Gore Creek Drive 85°17'40" D2 -north end of Gorsuch Building's roof 85°11'32" D3 -south end of Gorsuch Building's roof 85°11'32" E -intersection of southeriy extension of Gorsuch Building's roof line grid bride pillar on Lazier Arcade Building /Wall Street Building, 225 Wall Street. 78°48'35" F -intersection of face of stucxo and eve line on Lazier Arcade Building/VNall Street Building 78°14'51" G -top of fada on northeast comer of roof on Lazier Arcade Building /Wall Street Building 73°13'39" H -top of roof on Lazier Arcade Building I Wall Street Building Section 18.73.050 -Amendments An amendment of the regulations of this Chapter, including a request to add a new view corridor, delete an existing view corridor, or amend the boundary of an existing view corridor, may be initiated by the Town Council on its own motion, by the Planning and Environmental Commission on its own motion, or by application of any resident or property owner in the Town, or by the Director of the Community Development Department or his/her designee. A. A~lication Information for Amendments An application for the amendment of the provisions of this Chapter including the addition of a new view corridor, the deletion of an existing view corridor or an amendment to the boundary of an existing view corridor shall be filed with the Community Development Department on a form to be prescribed by the Director of the Community Development Department. The application shall include the following information: 1. A summary or description of the proposed amendment. 2. A photograph of the proposed view to be protected if the application is to add a new view corridor or amend the boundary of an existing view corridor. The point used as the view point origination and the height of the camera above existing grade or pavement at the time the photograph was taken shall be identified. The photograph or photographs shall be marked 7 - to show the proposed view corridor boundary or shall be marked to show the proposed improvements in relation to existing improvements and existing view corridor boundaries. 3. The Community Development Department may require models, overlays, sketches, or other submittal requirements to show: (a) For a new view corridor, the potential impact the new view corridor could have on the development potential of surrounding properties; or (b) For a modification to a view comdor boundary, the potential impact the change would have upon the protected view corridor. 4. Names and addresses of the property owners whose development potential, asset forth in Chapter 18 of the Town of Vail Municipal Code on the date the application is received by the Community Development Department, may be increased or decreased by the proposed view corridor or by the proposed modification to the existing view corridor. 5. If the application is to add a new view corridor or amend the boundary of an existing view corridor, the applicant shall submit a legal description of the new view corridor or the amended boundary prepared in the same format as those set forth in Section 18.13.040 of this ordinance and any other survey information deemed necessary by the Community Development Department 30 days prior to the final PEC public hearing. 6. The Community Development Department, at its sole discretion, may have the application reviewed by planning or design consultants who are not Town employees, and the applicant shall reimburse the Town for all expenses incurred by such review. Any such consultant retained to review an application for an amendment shall be selected by the Town. Subsequent to the submittal of an application for an amendment, the Community Development Department shall determine the necessity of utilizing the services of a consultant and shall estimate the amount of money needed to cover the cost of the utilization of the consultant. The estimated cost shall be paid to the Town by the applicant prior to any public hearing on the application. Any funds remaining after the review of an application by the consultant shall be returned to the applicant. If the fee paid to the consultant is greater than that estimated by the Town, the additional amount shall be paid to the Town by the applicant prior to final approval of the amendment. B. Notice and Hearing Procedure 1. Upon the filing of an application for an amendment to this Chapter, or upon initiation of an amendment by the Town Council, Planning and Environmental Commission, or Community Development Director, the Community Development Director or his designee shall set 8 a date for a public hearing before the Planning and. Environmental Commission. Subsequent to the hearing, the Planning and Environmental Commission shall make a recommendation for approval or denial to the Town Council. After considering the Planning and Environmental Commission's recommendation, the Town Counal shall make a final determination on the amendment at a public hearing by ordinance. 2. Notice for the public hearing before the Planning and Environment Commission shall be given to the property owners designated in Section 18.73.050 (A)4 or Sea3on 18.73.060 (A)2 in accordance with Section 18.66.080 of this Code and the hearing shall be conducted in conformity with Section 18.66.090 of this Code. C. Criteria for Amendmenfs The Town Counal shall only approve an amendment to this Chapter adding a new view corridor, deleting an existing view corridor, or amending the boundary of an existing view corridor if the amendment complies with the policies and goals of the applicable elements of the Vail Land Use Plan, Town Policies, and Urban Design Guide Plans and other adopted master plans, and meets all of the following criteria: 1. If the request is to add a new view corridor or to amend the boundary of an existing view comdor in such a way which expands an existing view corridor: (a) That the proposed view corridor or the boundary amendment protects and perpetuates a view or views from public pedestrian areas, public ways, or public spaces within the Town which foster civic pride and are in the public interest for the Town of Vail; (b) That the proposed view corridor or boundary amendment protects and enhances the Town's attraction to residents, guests and property owners. (c) That the proposed view comdor or boundary amendment protects a view which is commonly recognized and has inherent qualities which make it more valuable to the Town than other more common views. 2. If the amendment is to amend the boundary of an existing view corridor in such a way which reduces the existing view corridor or is to repeal an existing view corridor: (a) That the boundary amendment or repeal will not reduce or eliminate any view or views from public pedestrian areas, public ways, or public spaces within the Town which foster civic pride and are in the public interest for the Town of Vail; 9 - (b) That the boundary amendment or repeal will not reduce the Town's attraction to residents, guests, and property owners nor be detrimental to the enjoyment of public pedestrian areas, public ways, public spaces or public views. (c) That the boundary amendment or repeal will not diminish the integrity or quality, nor compromise the original purpose of the existing view corridor. Section 18.73.060 -Encroachments into Existing View Corridors An application for approval to encroach into an existing view corridor may be initiated by the Town Council on its own motion, by the Planning and Environmental Commission on its own motion, or by application of any resident or property owner in the Town, or by the Director of Community Development Department. or his/her designee. A. Aonlication Information for Encroachments An application for an encroachment shall be filed with the Community Development Department on a form to be prescribed by the Director of the Community Development Department. The application shall include the following information: 1. A summary or description of the proposed encroachment. 2. Names and addresses of property owners located within 500 feet of the proposed encroachment. 3. Photographs of the existing view corridor. The photographs shall be marked with tape to identify the existing view corridor boundaries, and shall show the proposed encroachment. The photographs shall be taken from the view point origination at the same height as identified in the legal descriptions in Section 18.73.090. 4. The Community Development Department may require models, overlays, sketches or other submittal requirements to show how the proposed encroachment could impact the protected view corridor. 5. The Community Development Department, at its sole discretion, may have the application reviewed by planning or design consultants who are not Town employees, and the applicant shall reimburse the Town for all expenses incurred by such review. Any such consultant retained to review an application for an encroachment shall be selected by the Town. Subsequent to the submittal of an application for an encroachment, the Community Development Department shall determir:e the necessity of utilizing the services of a consultant and shall estimate 10 the amount of money needed to cover the cost of the utilization of the consultant. The estimated cost shall be paid to the Town by the applicant prior to any public hearing on the application. Any funds remaining after the review of an application by the consultant shall be returned to the applicant. If the fee paid to the consultant is greater than that estimated by the Town, the additional amount shall be paid to the Town by the applicant prior to final approval of the encroachment. B. Notice and Hearina Procedure Notice and hearing on an application for an encroachment into an existing view corridor shall be in accordance with Section 18.73.050(8) of this Chapter. C. Criteria for Encroachment No encroachment into an existing view corridor shall be permitted unless the applicant demonstrates by clear and convincing evidence that the encroachment meets all of the following criteria: 1) That the literal enforcement of Section 18.73.030 would preclude a reasonable development of a proposed structure on the applicant's land. 2) That the development of the structure proposed by the applicant would not be such as to defeat the purposes of this Chapter. 3) That the development proposed by the applicant would not be detrimental to the enjoyment of public pedestrian areas, public ways, public spaces, or public views. 4) That the development proposed by the applicant complies with applicable elements of the Vail lend Use Plan, Town Policies, Urban Design Guide Plans, and other adapted master plans. 5) That the proposed structure will not diminish the integrity or quality nor compromise the original purpose of the preserved view. SPCtion 18.73.070 -Non-Conformina Structures A) Any structure which presently encroaches into an existing view corridor which was lawfully authorized by ordinances or regulations existing prior to the effective date of this ordinance may continue. However, such encroachments will be encouraged to be removed as part of any remodelling or reconstruction of the structure. In the case of certain focal points, such as the Clock Tower and Rucksack Tower, the Town recognizes their importance to the character of Vail Village and to the quality of the urban design of Vail Village. Notwithstanding their nonconforming status, the Town does not encourage their removal. B) Structures lawfully established prior to the effective date of the ordinance codified 11 in this Chapter may be modified provided that such modification does not cause the structure to encroach into a view corridor to a greater extent than the existing structure. C) Non-conforming structures may be maintained and repaired as necessary for the convenient, safe, or efficient operation or use provided that no such maintenance or repair shall cause the structure to encroach into a view corridor~to a greater extent than the structure encroached prior to such maintenance and repair. D) Restoration: Whenever anon-conforming structure which does not conform with the provisions of this Chapter is destroyed by fire or other calamity, by Act of God, or by the public enemy, its use may be resumed or the structure may be restored provided the restoration is commenced within one (1) year and diligently pursued to completion. The structure after such restoration shall not encroach into a view corridor to a greater degree than the encroachment which existed prior to destruction. Section 18.73.080 - Heiaht Limitation If the maximum height allowed in any zone district within the Town differs from the height permitted by a view corridor, the more restrictive height limitation shall apply. Section 18.73.090 -Fees The Town Council shall by motion establish a view application fee sufficient to cover the cost of town staff time and other expenses inadental to the review of the application. The fee shall be paid at the time of the application, and shall not be refundable. Section 2 Section G of the Urban Design Considerations is hereby modified to read as follows: Paraaranh G Vail's mountain/valley setting is a fundamental part of its identity. Views of the mountains, ski slopes, creeks and other natural features are reminders of the mountain environment and, by repeated visibility, are orientation reference points. Certain building features also provide important orientation references and visual focal points. The most significant view corridors have been adopted as part of Chapter 18.73 of the Vail Municipal Code. The view corridors adopted should not be considered exhaustive. When evaluating a development proposal, priority should be given to an analysis of the impact of the project on views. Views that should be preserved originate from either major pedestrian areas or public spaces, and include views of the ski mountain, the Gore Range, the Clock Tower, the Rucksack Tower and other important man-made and natural elements that contribute to the sense of place associated with Vail. These views, which have been adopted by ordinance, were chosen due to their significance, not only #rom an 12 aesthetic standpoint, but also as orientation reference points for pedestrians. Development in Vail Village shall not encroach into any adopted view comdor unless approved under Chapter 18.73. Adopted corridors are listed in Chapter 18.73 of the Vail Munidpal Code. Whether affecting adopted view corridors or not, the impact of proposed development on views from pedestrian ways and public spaces must be identified and considered where appropriate. The Vail Land Use Plan, Town Policies, the Urban Design Guide Plans, and other adopted master plans, shall be used to help determine which views may be affected, and how they should be addressed. Section 3 If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such derision 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. 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 of Vail and the inhabitants thereof. Section 5 The repeal or the repeal and reenactment of any provision of the Vail Munidpal 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 of 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. 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, this day of ,1992. A public hearing shall be held hereon on the day of , 1992, at the regular meeting of the Town Council of the 13 Town of Vail, Colorado, in the Municipal Building of the Town. Margaret A. Osterfoss, Mayor ATTEST: Martha S. Raecker, Town Clerk READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED this day of , 1992. Margaret A. Osterfoss, Mayor ATTEST: Martha S. Raecker, Town Clerk c:~v~wcaRa.oao 14 ORDINANCE NO. 20 SERIES 1992 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 16.24.010(G) OF THE VAIL MUNICIPAL CODE, SETTING FORTH PROVISIONS RELATING TO SIGNS DISPLAYED ON BALLOONS WHICH ARE ASSOCIATED WITH A SPECIAL EVENT WITHIN THE TOWN OF VAIL. WHEREAS, Town Council wishes to provide for signs to be displayed on both hot air and cold air balloons and other types of balloons within the Town of Vail subject to certain conditions. NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Town Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado: Section 16.24.010(G) is hereby amended to read as follows: Section 16.24.010fG1 Signs displayed on balloons which are associated with a special event as that term is defined in Section 5.20.100(8) of the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail pursuant to the following conditions: 1. The special event with which the balloon is associated has obtained a Special Events License from the Town as provided for in Section 5.20.100 of the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail. 2. Any individual business partnership or corporation wishing to display signs on a balloon shall file an application with the Town Clerk on a form to be provided by the Town Clerk. Each sponsor shall be entitled to have no more than one (1) balloon for each special event. 3. There shall be not more than three (3) balloons for any special event. 4. Cold air balloons shall not exceed twenty feet (20') in height as measured from existing grade to the top of the balloon. 5. No balloons shall be permitted to be inflated within the Town until evidence is given to the Town in the form of an aircraft liability insurance policy or certificate of insurance evidencing that the applicant has obtained aircraft liability insurance for the balloon covering bodily injury or death and property damage in an amount of not less than $1,000,000.00 (one million dollars). All such policies shall name the Town of Vail, its officers, and employees as additional insureds. 6. Balloons shall not be tethered or attached to the roofs of buildings with the exception of the Lionshead Parking Structure and the Vail Parking Structure. 7. Balloons shall be displayed only during the length of the special event with which the balloon is associated or for seven (7) days, whicheve~#im~e period is less. 8. The applicant shall designate the specific location~t, which he or she desires to display the balloon and that location shall be subject to the approval of the Director of the Community Development Department or his designee. 9. The applicant, his agent or employee shall be present at all times when the balloon is inflated to make sure that appropriate safety measures for the protection of the public are taken. 10. 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 1 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. 11. 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. 12. 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. 13. 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, APPROVED, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this 21st day of July, 1992, and a public hearing shall be held on this Ordinance on the _ day of , 1992, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail, Colorado. Margaret A. Osterfoss, Mayor ATTEST: Martha S. Raecker, Town Clerk READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED by this day of , 1992. Margaret A. Osterfoss, Mayor ATTEST: Martha S. Raecker, Town Clerk C:\ORD9220 2 / 3 ~ Co peg 5 RESOLUTION NO. 11 SERIES 1992 A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A JOINT PARATRANSIT PLAN WITH THE TOWN OF AVON AND THE CITY OF LEADVILLE. WHEREAS, Title II of the Americans Disabilities Act prohibits State and local governments from discriminating against disabled people; and WHEREAS, Title II also requires public transportation vehicles and facilities to be accessible to disabled riders; and WHEREAS, the Town of Vail has contracted and coordinated mass transit operation with the Town of Avon and the City of Leadville; and WHEREAS, the Town of Avon, the Town of Vail, and the City of Leadville have jointly cooperated to publish a plan that will meet and comply with the Americans Disabilities Act for regional mass transportation; NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Town Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado that: 1. The Town Council hereby designates adopts the Americans Disabilities Act A Joint Paratransit Plan dated July, 1992, in order to meet all the requirements of Title II of the ADA Federal Regulations. public as provided for in 24-6-402(1)(c), C.R.S., as amended. 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage. INTRODUCED, READ, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 21st day of July, 1992. Margaret A. Osterfoss, Mayor ATTEST: Martha S. Raecker, Town Clerk C:\RESOLU92.11 ~ AV p ~ ~ • _ 4 COLORADO TOWNOF Y~IL 0 0 ~~~~LJ~Il~~~C~~ tsz~C~~ • • A Join Para~~anszt Plan 1 ,y,%,.:i. ,J. .~..y :i::l . F July 1992 Contact ' LARRY BROOKS P.O. Box 1.726 Avon,. Colorado 81621 (303) 949-4280 FAX (303) 949-9139 Prepared by The Transif Expert- P O. Box 637, Elizabeth., CO. 80107 (303) 646-4319 ~ o o ~C~ c~C~~~ ~~~3~~~Il~f~~~ ~C~f ~ ~ A Joint Paratransit Plan July 1992 Avon /Beaver Creek Transit is the lead agency responsible for the development of this paratransit plan. The following individuals can be contacted for each town participating in this plan. ¦ CONTACTS LARRY BROOKS P.O. Box 1726 ' Avon, Colorado 81621 (303) 949-4280 FAX (303) 949-9139 MIKE RosE 75 South Frontage Road Vail, Colorado 81657 (303) 479-2178 FAX (303) 479-2166 ' (303) 479-2174 ' GERALDINE MCAULIFFE P.O. Box 923 Leadville, Colorado 80461 (719) 486-2092 Prepared by The Transit Expert P.O. Box 637, Elizabeth, CO. 80107 (303) 646-4319 ' .4~~I~~T / I~~~IP3 CC~IEIf~ 'll'1K~T~IIZI° ZP~~T CIF ~I.~IIIIIId "ll7K~~1~II7P 1 A JOINT ADA PARATRANSIT PLAN 1 1 ~ ~~~ll~~~~ 1 CHAPTER ONE 1 OVERVIEW OF THE ADA 1 CHAPTER TWO 4 COMMUNITY DESCRIr'iiON ' CHAPTER THREE 14 EXISTING TRANSPORTATION SERVICES IN EAGLE COUNTY ' EVALUATION OF SERVICES CHAPTER FOUR 49 ' DEMAND ESTIMATION ' CHAPTER FNE 55 EVALUATION OF EXISTING SERVICES ' CHAPTER SIX 62 ADA PARATRANSIT ELIGIB[LIT'Y CHAPTER SEVEN 70 OPERATIONS AND CAPITAL PLAN FOR PARATRANSIT SERVICE ' CHAPTER E/CHT 81 ' PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROCESS APPENDIX 82 ' PUBLIC NOi~r~CATIONS CERiu~iCAT[ONS r illy ' A JOINT ADA PARATRANSIT PLAN ~ Exhibit 1 _ Summary of ADA Requirements 3 Exhibit 2 Study Area Map 5 Exhibit 3 - 1990 Census Information 7 Exhibit 4 = Census Division Boundary Map 8 Exhibit 5 Seasonal Population Estimates 10 Exhibit 6 - Major Employers in Eagle County 11 Exhibit 7 - Transportation Task Force Diagram 13 Exhibit 8 - Avon Transit Organizational Chart 16 Exhibit 9 - Avon Monthly Ridership 1991 17 ' Exhibit 10 - Avon Fleet Roster 19 - 20 Exhibit 11 - Avon Service Plan 21 1 Exhibit 12 = Beaver Creek Service Map : : : : : 27 Exhibit 13 Town of Vail Transit Organization Chart 29 Exhibit 14 - Town of Vail Monthly Ridership 1991 30 Exhibit 15 - Town of Vail Fleet Roster 31 ' Exhibit 16 - Vail Existing Service Plan 33 Exhibit 17 - Vail In-Town Shuttle Map 34 Exhibit 18 = West Vail Service Map : : : 37 Exhibit 19 East Vail Service Map 39 Exhibit 20 - Vail Paratransit Service Characteristics 41 ' Exhibit 21 - Population Estimates for ADA Paratransit Eligible 50 Exhibit 22 - Year 2000 Projections for ADA Eligible Population 54 Exhibit 23 - Demand Projections 54 Exhibit 24 _ Eligibility by Functional Impairment /Disability : : : : : : 62 Exhibit 25 Evaluation Process Flow Chart . 66 Exhibit 26 - Sample Application 67 Exhibit 27 ~ Avon ADA Eligibility Card 68 Exhibit 28 Vail ADA Eligibility Card 68 Exhibit 29 - Client Registration 75 Exhibit 30 - Five Year Operating Budget 80 ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER ONE CHAPTER ONE OVERVIEW OF THE ADA The American Disabilities Act (ADA) extends civil rights protection in many areas to persons with disabilities. The purpose of the act is to "provide a clear and comprehensive national mandate for the elimination of discrimination against individuals with disabilities." The ADA seeks to assure equal opportunity, full participation, independent living and economic self-sufficiency for disabled people. It seeks to achieve these objectives by prohibiting any covered entities from excluding people from jobs, services, activities or benefits based on disability. Across the na 'o tl n It will affect a wide range of businesses and services, and apply to both public and private entities. One area where there will be many impacts is that of transportation services. The U. S. Department of Transportation has issued regulations which describe what operators of transportation systems must do in order to comply with the ADA. The requirements of the ADA which impact the transportation services operated by the towns of Avon and Vaii fall into six main areas: equivalent service, the purchase of accessible vehicles, training, operating policies, fixed facilities and employment. The requirements are summarized in Exhibit 1. The exact requirements vary depending on whether an agency is public or private and the type of service operated (fixed route or demand response). In the study area, both fixed route and demand response service is provided. These services are provided by public entities (the towns of Avon, Vail and Leadville) and the private sector. While the City of Leadville does not operate transit service, it participates in the funding for the route serving Leadville. Leadville has received Section 18 funding for administrative costs associated with the service and has applied for funding for operating costs. Beaver Creek Resort, a private business, is one of the major providers of transportation in the region. ' The basis of the ADA is that service provided to persons with disabilities must be equivalent to that provided to persons who are not disabled. Transportation services must be equivalent with regard to: ' res nse time Po , • fares, • geographic area of service, • hours and days of service, ' restrictions on trip purpose, reservations capability/availability of information, as well as • constraints on capacity. Page 1 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER ONE For public entities operating fixed route service, equivalent service must be extended to persons who are unable to board accessible fixed route buses. This is done by providing paratransit service which is comparable to the fixed route service. An exception to this is for services classified as "commuter bus" for which paratransit service is not required. The requirement to provide comparable paratransit service is specific and covers many items, including a process to determine eligibility for paratransit service, the preparation of a plan to provide paratransit service, and a determination of what is considered to be ' "comparable" based on the service criteria listed above. As public fixed route transit providers, the Town of Avon and the Town of Vail must prepare an ADA Paratransit Plan which describes how they will comply with this provision of the ADA. Because service areas overlap, a joint plan can be prepared to ensure the highest level of coordination. ' is J A A Paratransit Plan serves as an assessment of where the transit services Th olnt D operated by the Towns of Vail and Avon comply with the ADA and where changes are needed. This first Technical Report includes a description of existing public transportation services, an evaluation of the demand for paratransit services, and an inventory of other transportation services available in the area. The final report will also include an evaluation of changes which are necessary to comply with the ADA and a five year operating and capital budget for service. ' page 2 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER ONE ' Exhibit 1 Summary of ADA Requirements for Avon /Beaver Creek Transit and Vail Transit PUBLIC ENTRIES PUBLJC ENTRIES PRNATE ENTITIES - DE~AND RESPONSE FIXED ROUTE Transportation is ' Secondary Service 1, Equivalent Service Equivalent Service Equivalent Service • Based on crfteria, Provide comparable Based on criteria, equivalent equivalent service shall be paratransit service. service shall be provided to provided to persons with Process for determining persons with disabilities and ' disabilities and those eligibility. those without disabilities. without disabilities. Paratransit plan Accessible Vehicles Accessible Vehicles Accessible Vehicles • Vehicles purchased/leased All vehicles Vehicles purchased/leased shall be accessible unless purchased/leased shall be shall be accessible unless equivalent service is accessible equivalent service is provided. provided. ' Train employees to proficiency Train employees to proficiency Train employees to proficiency to ensure courteous and safe to ensure courteous and safe to ensure courteous and safe service service service ' Operating Policies Operating Policies Operating Policies • Maintain lifts, etc • Maintain lifts, etc Maintain lifts, etc • Assist passengers • Assist passengers Assist passengers • Provide accessible • Provide accessible Provide accessible information information information ' Announce stops • Announce stops Announce stops Facilities and stops shall be Facilities and stops shall be Facilities and stops shall be accessible accessible accessible ' Page 3 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. AVON / VAIL .)DINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER TWO ' CHAPTER TWO COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION ' The Vail Valley and The Eagle Valley include some of Colorado's most scenic mountains. The region is home to two world class ski resorts and beautiful national forest lands. The area is situated on the western slope of the Colorado Rocky Mountains in the valley ' created by the Eagle River and the Gore Creek tributary through Vail. Major transportation features of the valley include Interstate Highway 70, U.S Highway 6, U.S. Highway 24, and the Denver & Rio Grand Western Railroad. The key activity centers include: ' Vail Ski Area • Vail Golf Course ' EagleNail Golf Course • Beaver Creek Ski Area • Beaver Creek Golf Course • Arrowhead Ski Area • Arrowhead Golf Course • Vail Valley Medical Center ' The mountainous topography confines the land use and development patterns of the valley into a relatively compact and linear form. The development along this stretch of ' Colorado Interstate Highway 70 from Vail to Edwards currently served by the regional bus system is approximately 16 miles and has a population base of 9,600 people, according to the 1990 census data. The regional bus system also includes the 50 mile corridor southbound up U.S. Highway 24 to Leadville (in Lake County) through Minturn and Red Cliff. This service is operated by Avon /Beaver Creek Transit. The service to this area is primarily operated as a commuter link for employees for the Vail and Beaver Creek Resorts and has an estimated area population of 6,000 people. A map of this study area is shown in Exhibit 3. The economic development of Eagle County began at the end of the last century with mining and railroads through the valley. Currently development is driven primarily by the recreation industry. The area has seen tremendous growth in what has been referred to as a "flat" ski resort market, for the most part due to the development of the Beaver Creek Ski Area. i 1 1 Page 4 ®The Transit Expert. Inc. ~ ea le count g Y ' R Flat Tops McCoy Wilderness Area n, , l-r, r r,.,.~ Bond ' Burns White River National Forest ~ ~ - ' 1 ~ ~ White River National Forest , ~ (Wolcott ' n 70 6 ~ / ( F:neb' lfirrr ~ ~o ~ ~ Eagle Edwar Sing/erreeGolrCourse Vail V Arrowhead Gol! Course-;~ ~ Avon Gypsum ~TO Eagle County Arrowhead Ski Area ~ ~ Vail Ski Area Vail Goll Course Grand Junction Airport Beaver Creek Golf Cours Beaver Eagle/Varl Goll Course Creek Ski Area ~ Minturn _ ~ _ _ = 24 White River "i Gilman To National Forest Denver ' ~~Red Cliff r„.,~ ,~,Ir~r,rr LaL. ~ 1 ~ ' 24 EI Jebel ' ~ t12 BaSeif inure: I'nrr Rrr.•r Nardi lir•arrruir Ilumr~lnkr It~xrrrnir To ' Leadville 12 MILES ' Page 5 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER TWO ' The towns and unincorporated areas of development that are currently served by Avon /Beaver Creek Transit are briefly described as follows: ' The town of Avon was incorporated in 1976. The Town of Avon is located eight miles west of Vail on Interstate 70, at the "front door" to the Beaver Creek Resort area. Avon ' is bisected by I-70 and is economically dependent on skiing and tourism. It is rapidly growing in the lodging, office, retail and service areas. The centrally located services in Avon draw regional local traffic. ' The Beaver Creek Resort began in i 980. It is located 10 miles to the west of Vail. The Beaver Creek Resort area was developed as an environmentally sensitive mountain ' resort and has limited automobile access. Remote parking lots for day skier traffic are served by courtesy shuttle buses to the lifts. Parking at Beaver Creek's Village Hall is reserved for cars with four or more occupants. The community is secured by a "guard ' house" that is maintained by security personnel 24 hours a day. The services provided to the Beaver Creek area are resort in nature and subsidized by the Beaver Creek Resort and Homeowners Association. ' G sum, Ea le Wolcott and Edwards were e t blish YP 9 s a ed commurnties which have historically provided commercial services for surrounding agricultural lands. Edwards is ' currently the western "anchor" of the regional system in the winter. Edwards is centrally located in Eagle County. It is 14.3 miles west of Vail, 4.9 miles west of Beaver Creek / ' Avon and 17.4 miles east of Eagle. Edwards has an estimated population of 2,000 and is expected to be a major growth area in the County over the next decade. ' Leadville is in Lake County and has an area population of approximately 6,400 people. Leadville is home to Colorado Mountain College Timberline Campus, which is a two year public community college with an average enrollment of 600 students. The community is also home to many workers for the resort industry in Vail and Beaver Creek. The 1990 census shows the population of the town to be 2,629 people. ' Minturn is 6 miles west of Vail on U.S. Highway 24. Minturn was first settled in the early 1880's and was incorporated in 1904. The Denver and Rio Grande Railroad established a switching station and depot in Minturn in 1887. Today Minturn serves as a bedroom ' community and tourist focal point to the recreational opportunities of the White River National Forest. The 1990 census shows the population to be 1,066. ' Red Cliff is located between Leadville and Minturn on U.S. Highway 24. Red Cliff was established in 1879, and served as the county seat of Eagle County from 1883 to 1921. The residents are employed primarily by the neighboring resorts. The 1990 census ' shows the population to be 297. Vail Transit serves only the Town of Vail. Vail was incorporated as a town in 1966. The Vail ski area resort, located in the White River National Forest opened December 15, 1962 boasting the first gondola ski lift in the U. S. Most of Vail Village is a pedestrian ' mall, with autos forbidden. In less than 30 years Vaii has grown from a nameless mountain and sheep ranching valley to an international resort. ' Page 6 ®The Transit Expert. Inc. ' AVON /VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER TWO Exhibit 3 indicates the population characteristics for the area based on 1990 census data. The Minturn Redcliff Census Division identified in Exhibit 4 encompasses the area from Avon to Vail referred to in this study and has a census population of 11,449. Including the Leadville district the total study area population is estimated to be 15,835. Due to the nature of the resort based economy these numbers may be somewhat misleading. The census is taken in April, which is a time of year when the ski mountains are closed down and many of the residents that have seasonal employment in the area leave town. For instance Vail Associates employs a total of approximately 500 year around workers and 2,500 seasonal workers for the Vail and Beaver Creek Ski areas. EXHIBIT 3 1990 U.S. Census AVON 1,798 ' MINTURN 1,066 REDCLIFF 297 TOWN OF VAIL 3,659 ' EAGLE -VAIL 1,922 CDP OTHER 2, 707 UNINCORPORATED MINTURN REDCLIFF 11,449 ' DIVISION TOTAL LEADVILLE 2,629 ' LEADVILLE NORTH CDP 1,757 ' TOTAL STUDY 15,835 AREA POPULATION Visitors to the resorts are not included in the Census figures. Infrastructure and services ' such as transportation however, are geared not to base populations but to the peak population levels in the area. Therefore it is important to estimate the seasonal population levels, including seasonal employees and visitors, in an effort to get a more realistic indication of the services needed. pnye ~ mThe Transit Expert, Inc. ~ eagle county To Steamboat Springs Flat Tops McCoy Wilderness Area ~ 1 ' /''ri• Bond ,r r,>,.~ Burns ' White River National Forest ~ ~ ~ White River National Forest ~ ~:~%tt,. ~IX:~ r~. 8:• ~ ~ ~ r.,.~ F.•iclr llirrr ~ •l:•: _ro . _ 6 ~ Eagle Edwar•• ~:~b~k.:•'• G sum Arrowhead Go// C ~ • ~Tp Eagle County Arrowhead •;At86;;;:~;.J, Beaver~Cree ~ , r' .•..•,SIO'J1+t@4YOt•~,S¢It:Qbiil;GjfF::::::.:• ' Grand Junction Airport _ _ tto?t:~oi~t;~e~:::••:::•~? J, .'7,{y` y.:~~~ji.~~~~~Y~t.S~Y,,i~~~~tIV'YY. •7 Y/QQT•Q7~.'nJ9V~V1VRYlQ:':::'l.•:•:::': ~ . _ White River National Forest .•~L,•i~:.r: To r:; ` Denver ~$ett;EtfR~: • EI Jebel i.niirrL /'ou /rir.•r Nurdi JJrxr•mair • \ 94 Besalt~ JJunnzlriEw•Xi;~~" :~y: To Leadville MINTURN -RED CLIFF CENSUS DISTRICT BOUNDARY ' Page 8 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER TWO ' There are no exact counts on the seasonal fluctuation of people into the valley. The Transit Expert has developed estimations based on records of sales tax revenues, as well as water and sewage flows to identify the relative populations at different times of the year. These estimations are shown in Exhibit 5. Although these estimations are rough it is probable that the service area has an average daily winter population of 45,000 people (December through mid-April). This winter population has peak periods (Christmas vacation, Spring Break and weekends - a total of approximately 8 weeks of the winter season) where the population figures grow to an estimated 60,000 people. The summer tourist activity lasts approximately 12 weeks and peaks in July and August. An estimated summer season population of 35,000 -45,000 people is reasonable. The reliance on private automobiles is higher in the summer due to the recreational opportunities in the National Forest surrounding this area. ' Off-season is defined as mid-April to June and again for a short time in October before employees arrive for seasonal training. r ' Page 9 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. P ulation Variation op in Transit Service Area AVON /BEAVER CREEK TRANSI T Thousands of People 70 EatlmaMd Peak Sesaoea/ Population (4b-60.000) 60 b 50 ~ ~ 30 20 1990 Census Base Population (15,8351 0 - z 10 ~ ~ ~D ~ r , ~ 1 I I I I I I I I I I Z r. ~ Dec Jan Feb Mar r May un Jul Aug S p Oct Nov ~ D R Season on ~ Winter Season Off Season Summer Off Seas ~ ~ z AVON / VAlL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER T\NO ' The major employers of the area are listed in Exhibit 6. The construction companies that are noted by the Department of Local Affairs as major employers in the area are not listed in this table. Although they do have major impacts in the community during the construction season or when a major facility is built, their impacts on the community are more short term in nature. EXHIBIT 6 Major Employers -Eagle County COMPANY NAME TYPE OF BUSINESS Vail Associates service Eagle County RE - 50 J School District government i Marriott Corporation service Eagle County I government ' Town of Vail government Vail Clinic ~ health care Sonnenal Pro erties e p p ~ servlc /management ' Lodge Properties, Inc. ~ service /management Beaver Creek Food Services, Inc. ~ service Wal Mart Stores , lnc. ~ retail City Market, Inc. ~ . ~ retail Streamside at Vail ! service Vail Metropolitan Recreation District government ' The area has grown rapidly in the last decade. In the last 10 years, the transportation ' services have also undergone considerable change. While the development of public transportation has paralleled the development of the region, it is still relatively new and the optimum institutional structure for the delivery of transit service has not yet been found. Public transportation services were initiated in Vail in 1971 and the Town of Vail has ' continued to operate the town's municipal transit system since that time. In 1980, Beaver Creek Resort purchased 14 TMC transit coaches and began the operation of Vansit services within Beaver Creek Resort, including service between Beaver Creek Resort and Vail. Beaver Creek Resort has contracted wilh a variety of private firms to operate their transit services. The Town of Avon first purchased a vehicle in 1983 and began their own operation of a limited local service. Page 11 ®The Tra.nslt Expert, Inc. AVON / VAIL .IOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER TWO With the overlapping service areas of the three operators, and the need for more regional transit services, the entities realized coordination of services could be beneficial. By ' 1986, services operated by Beaver Creek Resort, the Town of Avon, and regional services were consolidated under one operator, Eagle County. Vail participates in the regional services, however they maintain independent operation of services within their corporate limits. Between 1986 and 1989, an effort was initiated to establish aCounty-wide transit system and build support for a sales tax referendum to fund the continuing operation of transit services in the valley. During this period the County provided the administrative support for the operation of transit services in the region (except for those within the Town of ' Vail). The actual service was provided through annual contracts with private providers. During this period Eagle County was an "equal" financial partner with the Town of Avon and Beaver Creek Resort in providing regional bus service. ' The State approved, in 1990, a referendum for a Sales Tax to support transit services to be placed on the ballot..The towns and County were unable to reach agreement on all ' issues so although transit services were still seen as fundamental, the ballot issue did not come about. As a result, the County discontinued its' coordination of transit services in 1989. The Town of Avon agreed to operate the transportation services for the area beginning in 1990. Avon now provides regional services, services for the Town of Avon, and services for Beaver Creek Resort. The services are funded through contractual agreements which provide for both operating funds and capital equipment. Although the ' Town of Vai! is a partner in these regional agreements, they continue to separately operate their municipal transit services. Currently there is a Transportation Task Force which is examining issues related to providing regional transportation services as well as other regional issues. This loosely defined group is graphically illustrated in Exhibit 7. Eagle County, the Towns of Vail and Avon, Beaver Creek Resort, Leadville, Minturn, and Eagle are all participants in the task force. Eventually this may result in the development of a single public transportation ' agency in the region or changes to the method of funding existing transportation services. An examination and evaluation of each of the elements of the transit system's service network is the primary element necessary to determine what changes are necessary for the services to meet the requirements of the ADA. Although the historic changes add an understanding of the area, the analysis of services which currently exist is what will be used to determine what is required to have comparable services for persons with disabilities and to comply with the American Disabilities Act. ' Page 12 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. 1 1 1 ` / 1 \ / 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 ' EXHIBIT 7 THE VAL EY ' Eagle County, Colorado AVON VAIL Jerry Davis, Mayor Peggy Osterfoss, Larry Brooks,Municipal Mayor Services Director Tom Steinberg, Council John Hazard, Mike Rose, Town Council Public Works ' Bitt James, Town Manager .::.>:<:>:::::>::::::::>>::>:::::::<::: R MINT U T wn Council 0 'e t v en ati es r Re ¦ LEADVILLE Geraldine McAuliffe EAGLE Transit Manager COUNTY Willy Powell, Town Manager COMMISIONERS Don Welch REDCLIFF BEAVER Jim Lamont CREEK Bob Mcllveen 1 Page 13 ®The Transit Expert, lnc. AVON / VAIL .JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE ' CHAPTER THREE EXISTING TRANSPORTATION SERVICES In resort communities, public transportation services are a critical part of the ' infrastructure. Public transportation serves several purposes. Many visitors (especially in the winter) travel by air and do not have access to an automobile once in the area. Also, there are aesthetic, environmental and economic reasons for public transportation services. The narrow valleys are environmentally sensitive areas. Automobile exhaust creates air pollution which can become trapped in the valleys due to inversion layers. Because the valleys are narrow, development is constrained. Roads and parking facilities require a great deal of land. Both the Town of Vail and the private Beaver Creek Resort have opted for development patterns which include automobile restricted zones and heavy reliance on public transportation. This serves two purposes: it allows for dense development and heavy use at the base of the ski mountains while protecting the environmental and aesthetic qualities for which the area is known. ' The public transportation systems are oriented toward the visitors that come to the resort communities. The transportation services available in these communities vary significantly depending on the season and level of visitor activity. Another important 1 group served by these systems are employees. Seasonal employees, particularly, may not have access to an automobile. Frequently employee parking is not provided and employees must also use the public transportation system to get to their work site. ' In addition to strop ublic trans rtation s stems resort communities enerall have a 9 p f~ Y g Y network of private providers which provide taxi or limousine service to visitors and shuttle services operated by lodges for their guests. In the study area, as in many resort communities, the network of social service transportation providers is not as strong as in other non-resort communities. This is primarily because the population of the elderly and ' disabled who may need specialized transportation is typically lower than in non-resort areas. !n this chapter the existing transportation services which operate in the study area will be described. While this plan will emphasize services operated by the towns of Avon and ' Vail, information will also be presented on the variety of transportation services which are provided by the school district, lodges, taxi and limousine operators, and programs serving persons requiring special needs transportation. On the following pages, the systems operated by the Town of Avon (including services for Beaver Creek Resort) and the Town of Vail will be described. Following this, information will be presented on the other transportation providers in the area. Page 14 mThe Trrr.nslt Expert. Inc. ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE ' TOWN OF AVON TRANSPORTATION SERVICES The Town of Avon is the current operator of Avon /Beaver Creek Transit and provides ' local and regional transit services in the Valley. The Town of Avon provides regional services through a contractual agreement with the Town of Vail, the Beaver Creek Resort, and the City of Leadville. In addition, local services for the Town of Avon, charter ' services, and transportation services for the Beaver Creek Ski Resort are operated. The system is the daily operating responsibility of the Town's Department of Public Works / Transportation. An organizational chart of The Town of Avon Transportation Department is shown in Exhibit 9. Ridership The Avon/Beaver Creek system monthly ridership levels for 1991 are represented in Exhibit 10. This exhibit offers a very graphic representation of both population and transit ridership fluctuations in the region. It is clear that the winter ridership increases reflect the seasonal variation in the population. ' The overall system ridership for 1991 was 996,043 passengers. The eight month (April- November) ridership average of 21,857 per month is significant for an area of this size, but it fairly pales in comparison to the four month (December-March) average of 205,301 ' per month or the year-round monthly average of 83,005. Actual monthly ridership fluctuates from a March high of 235,861 to a May low of 2,216. In fact, the total ridership for the period from April through November of 174,859 is less than the total for December 1 alone (178,021). With the high levels of ridership in the winter, overcrowding is a common problem in peak periods. Passenger loads often exceed bus capacity and additional buses are dispatched as needed. It is not unusual to have 75 passengers on a 32 passenger bus. The move toward perimeter seating to increase standing room is one design trend used in these resort areas. More effective transit planning, as well as planning for every other public service, will be ' different in this area than it will be in most municipalities of similar population (as determined by census). Planning for both equipment and personnel which are sufficient to accommodate the four month high season without being wasted the balance of the i year requires a unique degree of foresight and tiexibility. ' Page 15 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. - 1 . 1 ~ ORGANIZATI ON CHART ' Public Bus Service Avon, Colorado 81620 C Citizens 1 Avon Town Council (7) ' Town Manager Municipal ' Services Director Transportation Manager 1 Foreman (1) ffice Aaslstance(21 Mechanics ~ Part-lime Foreman (4)) ~ Dispatch (6) J ( Maintenance t C Drivers -Part Time (67) ) I _I Guest-Aides ~ C ~6) ~ 1 ' Page 16 °The Transit Expert, Inc. ri rr rr rr rr r r r r rr r r~ r rr rr r r r r Avon /Beaver Creek Transi t Monthly Ridership 1991 250.000 200,000 ,,0 160,000 = ~ ~ ~o ~ F.~ 1 V 100,000 50,000 D O Z ~ D 0 ~ L p~ J f M A M J J A 8 O N D R1 ~ A E A P A U U U E C O E 71 Z N 0 R R V N L O P T V C ~ -1 ~ ~ 3y~t~ni Tot~l• ~ Z09,89t QOS.991 286,961 92,198 4,210 16,199 I Z8,Z79 i 40.69b 17,79? 6,986 21.29A 179,021 m ~ m D Number of Riders ~ Z AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE ' Fleet The vehicle fleet used by the Town of Avon to operate services is listed in Exhibit 10. ' It includes 43 vehicles. It includes 28 full sized coaches seating 32-41 passengers, 11 mid-sized coaches seating 20-25 passengers and 4 Suburbans. The vehicles are primarily used on the following routes: SERVICE VEHICLES OWNERSHIP ' Regional Services 16 vehicles Beaver Creek Resort Beaver Creek Services 10 vehicles Beaver Creek Resort (from remote lots to the mountain to town) Beaver Creek Internal Services 8 vehicles Beaver Creek Resort ' Avon In-Town Services 5 vehicles Town of Avon ' One vehicle is lift equipped (#015) and has two wheelchair securement positions in addition to seating 20 ambulatory passengers. It is owned by the Town of Avon and is available for paratransit service. The Suburbans are used for Dial-A-Ride services as ' well as staff needs. The full sized coaches serve as the heart of the fleet. Over 50% of the fleet, primarily the full sized coaches are ten to twelve years old. Although ten years is the typical age for replacement, the vehicles are well maintained and in good condition. With major engine ' and transmission work they will likely be kept in operation several more years. Service Description ' In order to determine what the ADA requires for this service to comply with the law, it is necessary to understand not only the operating characteristics of the service but also ' what agency funds the service and the role of the service in the community. The service description is divided into three components based on funding. These are: ' County or regional services Town of Avon services • Beaver Creek Resort services ' A brief description of each category of service and each route within that category follows. Exhibit 11 is a service plan which describes the type of service, season of operation, operating hours and other characteristics. A complete Avon /Beaver Creek system map and schedule is included in the Appendix pocket at the back of this report. Page 18 ®The Transit Expert. Inc. t Fleet Roster 1991-1992 # Wheelchair Unit # Year Description Seats Tiedowns Ownership 8001 1980 TMC 32 BC 8002 1980 .TMC 32 BC ' 8003 1980 TMC 32 BC 8004 1980 TMC 32 BC 8005 1980 TMC 32 BC ' 8006 1980 TMC 32 BC 8007 1980 TMC 32 BC 8008 1980 TMC 32 BC ' 8009 1980 TMC 32 BC 8010 1980 TMC 32 BC 8011 1980 TMC 32 BC ' 8012 1980 TMC 32 $C 8013 1980 TMC 32 BC 8014 1980 TMC 32 BC ' 8115 1981 TMC 32 BC 8116 1981 TMC 32 BC 8117 1981 TMC 32 BC ' 8118 1981 TMC 32 BC 8119 1981 TMC 32 BC 8120 1981 TMC 32 BC 8121 1981 TMC 32 BC 8122 1981 TMC 32 BC 8423 1984 ORION 41 BC 8424 1984 ORION 41 BC 902 1989 CHAMP 21 BC ' 903 1989 CHAMP 21 BC 922 1989 CHAMP 21 BC 923 1989 CHAMP 21 BC ' 012 1990 CHAMP 21 BC 013 1990 CHAMP 21 BC ' Page 19 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. i ' ~ , f AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN ~ CHAPTER THREE Fleet Roster 1991-1992 1 PAGE TWO # Wheelchair Unit # Year Description Seats Tiedowns Ownership ' SERVICE /RESERVE VEHICLES 3004 1983 ORLON 32 AVON ' 4005 1984 ORLON 32 AVON 5006 1985 ORLON 32 AVON 9007 1989 ORLON 39 AVON 9008 1989 NATIO 24 AVON 014 1990 ELD 24 AVON 015 1988 CHAMP 20 2 AVON 117 1992 CHAMP 21 BC 118 1992 CHAMP 21 BC * 1988 Suburban N/A ' * 1989 Suburban N/A * 1989 Suburban N/A * 1990 Suburban N/A ' * Vehicles provided for Avon /Beaver Creek Transit by the Beaver Creek Resort Association ' Source: AVON /BEAVER CREEK TRANSIT ' Page 20 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. ' V ~ c ~ 1 ' Existin Service Plan 9 Avon/Beaver Creek Transit ' Route Running PeaklBase Peak Routes bV Area Length Time Season Operating Hours (3) Headways Vehides(5~ FlXED ROUTE SERVICE „ LeadvilleNait 100 180 Wirrter 5:45am - 7:48am 15 3 4:30pm - 6:42pm " 4/20 -11/27 6:OOam - 7:30am n/a 1 ' 4:45pm - 6:15pm Beaver CreekNail (1) 26.6 60 WirRer 5:30am -1:OOem 15/30 4 4120 -11/27 6:15am - 6:54pm 60 ' EdwardsNa~ 31.4 75 Wn~ter 5:10am -10:37pm 25 3 AvonIBC Shuttb 8.5 30 girder 5:30am - 6:24pm 10/15 (4) 3 Town of Avon Shuttle 2.9 15 Winter 7:45am - 6:59pm 15 1 BC Parking Lot Service 6 20 W'uder 5:15am - 6:25pm 5/10 4 ' BC Irdra- Village (Daytime) 4 15 Winter B:OOam - 6:14pm 15130 1 Beaver Creek Night Shuttb 6 30 Winter 6:15pm - 12:04am 30 1 ' BC Creek Route 4.5 10 Wirder 7:SOam - 5:40pm 10/20 1 BC Mountain Route 4 20 W"xder 7:40am - 6:10pm 10120 1 ' ROUTE DEVIATION SERVICE Summer Shuttle 6 30 4/20 - 5/16 8:OOam - 4:OOpm 30 1 30 5/17 - 11/27 5:15am -12:15am 15130 2 DEMAND RESPONSE SERVICE ' Beaver Creek ffi nklht n/a n/a Winter 6:15pm -1:OOam Na Niles: 1. In the winter this route travels on I-70; the rest of the year it travels on Hwy. 6 2. Rau6es may go out of service samewhffi earlier 'rF there aro no passengers on tx~ard last trip. 3. Operat3es on Pauidng t.d Shuttle rain, with extra 10 mutes alkwved to deviate if requested 4. Early morning service operades every 35 minutes and evening service every 20 minutes. ' 5. Peak vehicles for scheduled service only. Does nat irxdude add~onal vehicles needed to respond ~ delays caused by heavy passneger loads or bed weedher condfions. ' Page 21 mThe Transtt Expert. Inc. ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE REGIONAL SERVICE The regional transportation services are operated under three independent Public Utility Commission licenses from the State of Colorado. These are identified under the trade name of Avon /Beaver Creek Transit (B-9308, 18331, 48203). The PUC's allow ' Avon /Beaver Creek Transit to operate charter or fixed route service within a 40 air-mile radius of Beaver Creek Resort, from Leadville to the Jet Center in Eagle, via I-70 or Highway 6 and Highway 24. The PUC licenses are now held by the Town of Avon as the ' operator of service. The routes serving Beaver CreekNail and Edwards/Vail are funded by the towns of Avon ' and Vail and by Beaver Creek Resort. The cost of operating the Beaver CreekNail and EdwardsNail service was approximately $643,759 in 1990-91. Revenues were approximately $245,000, resulting in a subsidy of $365,000. The Town of Vail subsidizes ' the operation of the routes between Leadville and Vail. The revenue from the Leadville /Minturn service was $69,203 in total revenues for 1990-91, resulting in an estimated subsidy of $24,500. Each of the services has a cost per service hour of over ' $44.00 per passenger hour. LeadviileNaii ' The LeadvilleNail route connects Leadville, Red Cliff, and Minturn with the Town of Vail. This service is provided principally as an employee shuttle. It is operated year around ' with three daily scheduled trips in the winter (145 days) and 1 round trip daily in the summer (220 days). The round trip time is 3 hours. The route has stops in Leadville, Red Cliff, Minturn and Vail; passengers can transfer at the Vail Transportation Center to ' go to the Town of Avon and Beaver Creek Resort. A total of 1,965 annual service hours are operated on this route. The service carried 25,349 passengers in 1990-91 with an average of 12.9 passengers per hour. There is a charge for this service of $3.25 for a ' one-way per passenger leaving from Leadville and $2.00 for Red Cliff and Minturn passengers. A discount is available for the Leadville to Vail commute with the purchase of 44 tickets at a cost of $132 or $3 per ride, however no unlimited monthly ride pass is available for this route. Beaver Creek/Vaii ' The route serving Beaver Creek, Avon, and Vail is routed via I-70 in the winter and Highway 6 in the summer. It also serves Edwards in the summer. The service is targeted to the complimentary resort services of Vail Mountain and the Beaver Creek ' resort. In the winter, the lift tickets for the ski areas are interchangeable and many guests wish to ski both mountains. ' During the winter season, this route operates every 15 minutes in the peak morning and afternoon hours and every 30 minutes the rest of the day. It operates from 5:30 A.M. until 1:00 A.M. Beginning in mid-May and continuing until Thanksgiving, this route ' operates daily from 6:15 A.M. until 6:54 P.M. on hourly headways. ' The one-way mileage for this route is 13.3 miles and the round trip takes 1 hour. There is a $2.00 one way charge. ' Page 22 ®The Transit Expert. Inc. AVON / VAIL .JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE EdwardsNail The EdwardsNail route operates along U.S. Highway 6 serving the Edwards Trailer Park, the Beaver Creek Reception Center, Eagle-Vail and the Vail Transportation Center. The one-way mileage for this route is 15.7 miles and the round trip takes 1.5 hours. Service is provided every 25 minutes from 5:10 until 8:00 A.M., with the early morning service primarily designed to provide service to people working in the Resort areas. Headways t change to every 35 minutes for the rest of the day with the last evening bus leaving Vail Transportation Center at 10:00 P.M. There is a $2.00 one-way charge for the service from Edwards to Vail. A monthly pass for unlimited use of this route is available for ' $30.00. TOWN OF AVON The Town of Avon provides the town shuttle, the skier shuttle which goes from Avon to Beaver Creek Resort and charter services. These services are funded by the Town of Avon and are operated with vehicles owned by the Town. ' Town of Avon Shuttle The Town of Avon Shuttle is a 2.9 mile loop route that serves the Benchmark Trailer Park ' at the west end of this service. It travels along West Beaver Creek Boulevard to the. Avon Transportation Center. The route goes along Benchmark Road to East Beaver Creek Place, around the Wal-Mart and City Market Commercial area, then crosses Avon ' Road and returns to Benchmark Trailer Court. The service operates from 7:45 A.M. until 6:00 P.M., with a 15 minute frequency. This service is not operated in the summer. There is no charge for this service. Avon/Beaver Creek Skier Shuttle The Avon/Beaver Creek service operates on slightly different routes in the daytime and evening, but essentially both routes connect the Town of Avon and Beaver Creek Resort, providing service to all major destinations, including the parking lots. This service operates in the winter only. In the early morning, 5:30 A.M. - 7:39 A.M., service is provided every 35 minutes; for daytime service headways are 10 minutes in peak periods and 30 minutes in the base; evening service on this route is provided every 20 minutes from 6:00 P.M. until 10:03 P.M. The mileage for a round trip is 8.5 miles and a round trip takes 30 minutes. There is no charge to the passenger for this service. Page 23 OThe Transit Expert, Inc. AVON / VAIL .IOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE i Paratransit Service The Town of Avon has a lift equipped vehicle with which they will provide paratransit services. It was received in the fall of 1991, but they have had very few calls for the service. It is used on the Town Shuttle route at times to keep it in good running condition. The vehicle is available to serve as a back-up vehicle for the Town of Vaif's paratransit service. The service is available during the hours which the transit system operates. Eligibility for the service is based on self-certification. Permanent guidelines for the service are being developed as part of this paratransit plan. Charter Services The Town of Avon operates charter services for the region under their PUC permit. In the 1990-91 season, 40,406 passengers were carried and 1,472 hours were operated in charter service. BEAVER CREEK RESORT SERVICES Beaver Creek is a private resort which operates the resort ski mountain under a permit from the US Forest Service. Providing for adequate public transportation services is required under this permit. This includes transportation services within the resort (between residential and commercial or recreational activity centers) and transportation between the remote parking lots at the entrance to the resort and the resort itself. The system is funded by a 1 % real estate transfer tax on property sold within the resort by Beaver Creek property owners. The transportation system provides frequent and extensive fixed route~service during peak periods and demand responsive service during hours or periods in which fixed route services are not warranted. The fixed route service operates on a route deviation basis. For the purpose of the ADA it is considered to be demand response service. While a set number of trips depart the mountain base, parking lots and other major activity centers each hour, all buses can be deviated as needed to respond to fluctuating passenger loads and service requests throughout the resort. Avery high level of transportation is provided by the Beaver Creek Resort. Service is provided to both residents and visitors to the resort 20 hours per day. During the peak periods in the winter, 34 trips depart the mountain base each hour, serving the resort, parking lots and the Town of Avon. Four additional trips each hour serve the Town of Vail. During the base periods, this drops to 16 trips providing "local" service and 2 trips t servicing Vail. Guest attendants are available to assist passengers and help load/unload skis. Vehicles deviate off routes as needed to provide door-to-door service to residents and visitors of the resort. The Beaver Creek Resort services are included in the system map at the back of the report. A detailed map of the Beaver Creek routes is illustrated in Exhibit 12. ' Page 24 ®The Trianslt Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE Beaver Creek Parkinv Lot Service This route operates in a loop between the west and east remote parking lots off U. S. 6 and the Beaver Creek Resort, providing shuttle service to skiers using the outlying lots. It also serves Avondale Lane. In the winter, service operates from 5:15 A.M. until 6:25 P.M. It runs every 5 minutes in peak periods and 10 minutes during base periods; before 6:00 A.M. it runs every 20 minutes. In the summer, this route is operated on a route deviation basis. The running time is increased from 20 minutes to 30 minutes to allow time for the vehicle to deviate as requested. From mid-April to mid-May it operates every 30 minutes from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. From mid-May until Thanksgiving it operates from 5:15 A.M. until 12:15 A.M., with 15 minutes headways in the peak periods and 30 minute headways in the base period. The round trip mileage for this route is 6.0 miles, with additional miles operated when it switches to route deviation service. No fare is charged for this service. Beaver Creek Intra-Village The Intra-Village route serves the heart of Beaver Creek Resort, operating on Village Road between Willis Place and the mountain base. It also makes a loop serving Avondale Lane. Operating from 8:00 A.M. until 6:14 P.M., the route has 15 minute headways during the peak periods and 30 minutes headways during the base periods. This route operates in the winter only. No fare is charged for this service. ' Beaver Creek Night Shuttle The Beaver Creek t~tight Shuttle operates every 30 minutes from 6:15 P.M. until midnight and covers the areas served by both the Parking Lot Service and the Intra-Village routes during the daytime. This route operates in the winter only. No fare is charged for this ' service. Beaver Creek /Creek Route The Creek Route operates between the mountain base and Beaver Creek Drive by the Golf Course. It also serves Scott Hill Road. This route operates from 7:50 A.M. until 5:40 P.M., with service every 10 minutes during peak periods and every 20 minutes ' during the base periods. This route operates in the winter only. No fare is charged for this service. Mountain Route The Mountain Route operates between Offerson Rd, Avondale Lane and the mountain base. It operates from 7:40 A.M. until 6:59 P.M., with service every 10 minutes during 1 the peak periods and every 20 minutes during the base periods. This route operates in the winter only. No fare is charged for this service. ' Page 25 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAIL .IOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE Dial-A-Ride In addition to the daily winter fixed-services the resort also offers Dial-A-Ride services from 4:45 A.M. to 2:30 A.M.. The Dial-A-Ride is essentially a taxi service to the visitors and owners in the Beaver Creek Resort. From April through October the Dial-A-Ride services operate from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. When Dial-A-Ride services are not ' operated by Avon/ Beaver Creek Transit the security guard station will pick up people on demand. The Dial-A-Ride services carried 76,138 passengers in 1990-91. i 1 1 1 i 1 1 1 1 Page 26 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. PRA'~R?J~E BACHELOR GULCH WAYNE CREEK wt~s Pi,pC ~yORTH ~A~wA~ $EA~ CREEK DRIVE pRNE {~Y'~ • • ~13~/ ~OioEri ROAD S.ou~H Y ESCR"T SERVICE Fp~wA ~ Route (~RNF Nlountai~ P~ Creek Route Did _ A _ Ride goROERS ROAD ~ Not to Scate c~pTi Hit. RoAc AvoN~ ~isai+ Rom o AoAo Euc TRACK COURT O Euc ~R~ p0A° ®,t.~ .~yaasit Exp'ert' i~• page 27 i AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE ' TOWN of VAI L The Town of Vail Municipal Bus Service is a public transportation system for the residents and visitors to the town. It is operated only within the Town's incorporated boundaries under authority granted to municipalities by Section 30-15 of the Colorado Revised Statutes. The system has been in operation in the Vail area since 1971. The system is entirely funded through General Fund sales tax monies. There is no charge to the passengers for these services. The Town of Vail Municipal Bus System offers nearly 60,000 hours of transit service each year through its operations. The system is the daily operating responsibility of the Town's Department of ' Public Works /Transportation. An organizational chart of The Town of Vail Transportation Department is shown in Exhibit 13. Ridershia The Town of Vail system monthly ridership levels for 1991 are illustrated in Exhibit 14. The overall system ridership for 1991 was 3,247,295 passengers. Vail has a base population of 3,659 according to the 1990 census, however the transit system carries the second largest number of passengers in the State. The system carries more passengers than the Colorado Springs system which serves an urbanized population of almost 400, 000. ' The In-Town shuttle is the backbone of the Vail system. This route provides service to a relatively small area, but it comprises about three-fourths of the ridership for the entire municipal bus system. Ridership levels on the overall system have increased modestly ' in the past few years. During peak winter periods it is not uncommon, however for buses to pass by riders waiting at stops because of serious overcrowding. Additional vehicles are pressed into service to respond to heavy demand. Ridership is highest during the peak skiing months of December, January, February, and March. Exhibit 14 offers a very graphic illustration of the ridership fluctuations in the i Town of Vail. Actual monthly ridership fluctuates from a March high of 640,468 to a May low of 27,603, a reduction in service demand of 95%. On peak winter days up to 30,000 ' riders use the In-Town shuttle on a single day. Visitors, mainly destination and day skiers, make up the bulk of the winter day ridership. It should be clearly noted that the quality of experience for Vail visitors is tied closely to the operation of the Municipal Bus ' System. Fleet The Town of Vail currently owns a fleet of 35 transit coaches and 1 lift equipped minibus, all of which are used in regular service. All of these vehicles have stop request lights and public announcement systems. Vehicle maintenance operations are the responsibility of the Town's Public Works /Transportation Department. The fleet rooster identifying the vehicles used by the Town of Vail to operate its municipal services is listed in Exhibit 15. ' Page 28 ®The Trans[t Expert. Inc. X11 1~ T01-Y1U OF PAIL ~ ORGANIZATION HAR C T ' Municipal Bus Service Vail, Colorado 81657 C Citizens 1 Vail Town Council (7) ' Town Manager a Public Works Transportation Director Transportation /Parking ' Manager I Fleet Manager l 1 Bus Operation Coordinator t CParking Supervisor ~ ~ Bus Supervisors(41 + + J C Hostess ~ 1 Drivers - (59) 1 ~ Mechanics ~ 1 Booth Attendants Year round (12) Seasonal (47) Maintenance /I ' Page 29 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. Town of Vail Munici al Transit p . _ Monthly Ridership 1991 Thousands 700,000 600,000 600,000 400.000 ~o w 0 300,000 200,000 100,000 0 J F M A M J J A 8 O N D A E A P A U U U E C O E N B R R Y N L O P T V C n dyotom Totol• ~ 6aa,000 664,046 040,468 187,OY6 27,009 96,907 1at,a47 171,240 10a,006 48,808 126,284 606,670 ~ Number of Riders ' AVON / VAIL .IOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE TOWNOF PAIL Fleet Roster 1991-1992 ' # Wheelchair Purchasing Unit # Year Description Seats Tiedowns Funds 151 1982 TMC 31 UMTA 152 1982 TMC 31 UMTA ' 153 1982 TMC 31 UMTA 154 1982 TMC 31 UMTA 155 1982 TMC 31 UMTA 156 1982 TMC 31 UMTA 157 1982 TMC 31 UMTA 158 1982 TMC 31 UMTA ' 159 1982 TMC 31 UMTA 160 1982 TMC 31 UMTA 161 1982 TMC 31 UMTA 16'1 1982 TMC 31 UMTA ' 163 1982 TMC 31 UMTA 164 1982 TMC 31 UMTA 165 1982 TMC 31 UMTA ' 166 1981 GMC 21 UMTA 167 1990 CHEVY 12 2 LOCAL 177 1979 TMC 31 LOCAL ' 178 1979 TMC. 31 LOCAL 179 1979 TMC 31 LOCAL 181 1982 ORION 35 LOCAL 182 1989 ORION 39 UMTA ' 183 1989 ORION 39 UMTA 184 1989 ORION 39 UMTA 185 1989 ORION 39 UMTA 186 1989 ORION 39 UMTA 187 1989 ORION 39 UMTA 188 1990 ORION 39 LOCAL 189 1990 ORION 39 LOCAL 190 1990 ORION 39 LOCAL 191 1991 ORION 39 LOCAL 192 1991 ORION 39 LOCAL ' 193 1991 ORION 39 LOCAL 194 1991 ORION 39 LOCAL ' SERVICE /RESERVE VEHICLES , 171 1979 I ML ~ LU(:AL 174 1981 TMC 32 L~~- 175 1981 TMC 32 LOCAL Source: TOWN OF VAIL TRANSIT Page 31 mThe Transit Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE ' Service Description The Town of Vail operates both fixed route and paratransit services. The fixed routes include the In-Town Shuttle which operates in the auto-restricted mall and regular fixed ' routes serving East and West Vail. The paratransit service is for persons who are unable to use the fixed route buses. The routes are illustrated on the system map which is enclosed in the appendix pocket at the back of this report. ' The routes o erate on a ulse s stem with most of the routes o eratin out of the Vail P P Y P g Transportation Center (VTC). Operating characteristics for each route are listed in ' Exhibit 16 which identifies the existing service plan for the Vail Municipal Bus System. Details of the routes are described as follows: Vail Village /Lionshead In Town Shuttle The Town of Vail's principal transportation service is the Vail In-Town Shuttle. This route is designed to provide an intensive level of transit service throughout the Vail Village / Lionshead area. A portion of the route is a pedestrian zone and restricted to bus traffic only. Entrance into these areas is controlled by an activated gate mechanism prohibiting ' other vehicular traffic. The route serves the high-density, commercial lodging and retail core of Vail. This village shuttle also serves such community facilities as the medical center and the library. There are currently ten assigned. stops along the Vail Shuttle ' route. A map of this route is illustrated in Exhibit 17. The 2.25 mile (one-way) route operates from Gold Peak along Vail Valley Drive; left along East Meadow Drive proceeding along West Meadow Drive; left along East LionsHead Circle; left along South Frontage Road; left along West Lionshead Circle, terminating at Marriott Mark; then reversing the route, excluding portions of the South Frontage Road and West Lionshead Circle. The In-Town Shuttle service is operated year-round. In the winter, the service operates ' 20 '/a hours a day, from 6:15 A.M. until 2:30 A.M., every 7 minutes. The spring service hours are 7:00 Q.M. to 10:30 P.M.; in the summer service is extended until 2:30 A.M. During the spring and summer, buses operate on a seven to nine minute headway until 11:00 P.M. Page 32 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. ' EXHIBIT 16 X11 1~ T01~YN ~F YAIL ' Existing Service Plan Town of Vail Transit Route Running peak/gase ' Routes bV Area length Time Season Ooeratinq Hours Headwavs FlXED ROUTE SERVICE Vail VNage / Lionshead 2.25 Winter 6:15am - 2:30am 7 ' In-Town Shuttle Spring 7:OOam - 10:30pm 7 - 9 Summer 7:OOam - 2:30am 7 - 9 West Vail Red 7 30 Winter 6:OOam - 2: i 5am 15/30 30 Spring 7:15am - 9:15am 60 3:15pm - 6:15pm 30 Summer &15am -12:15pm 60 3:15pm - 9:15pm West Vail Link 15 60 Waiter 10:OOam - 3:OOpm 60 ' 6:OOpm -11:OOpm West Vail Green 9 35 Winter 6:10am - 2:10am 20/20 30 Spring 7:45am - 9:45am 60 3:45pm - 6;45pm 30 Summer 6:45am -12:45pm 60 ' 3:45pm - 9:45pm Sandstone 4 20 Winter 6:10am - 2:10am 20 15 Spring 7:15am - 9:15am 60 3:15pm - 6:15pm East Vail Express 12 45 Winter 6:OOam - 7:15pm 15 ' 35 Sumner 6:OOam - 12:OOpm 60 3:OOpm - 9.OOpm Ford Park 1 10 Winter 6:50am -1:30pm 30 2:20pm - 7:30pm Goff Course 4 15 Winter 6:30am -1:20pm 30 2:OOpm - 7:20pm ' 15 S~ 6:40am - 12:40pm 60 3:40pm - 940pm ' East VailrGoq Course 16 60 Winter 7:30pm - 2:OOem 30 45 Spring 7:OOam - 3.OOem 80 3:OOpm - 6:OOpm ' Page 33 ®The Transit Expert. Irtc. v GOLDEN PEAK ' TRANSPORTATION ~ ~ CENTER 3 ~ COVERED BRIDGE 0 n W y ~llaDL~ Guv10NJnM~L~Il~n1 CROSSROADS vas PLazA CROSSROADS • ' STOP ~ ~ ~ f 70 VAIL FlRE DEPARTMENT ' t MEDICAL CENTER ` ~ i r DOBSON ICE ARENA ' ~uBRaRY y ~ UONSHEAD W e° PARKING O v STRUCTURE ~ W t ~Y 1 h ~ow1vOF~,~ N , 1 F~U.L UONSHEAD MALL In-Town Shuttle pAZA FIXED ROUTE SERVICE i ~ p Restricted ~i Auto Areas ~ Limited ` Auto Access i ~ RESOq MARK ~ BIDS SLOPS Not to Scale . ' Page 34 mThe Transit Expert, Inc. AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE The West Vail area is currently served by three routes. One serves the North Frontage j Road (red), one on the South Frontage Road (green) and one linking the North with the South (West Vail Pink Link). A map of these routes are illustrated in Exhibit 18. They ' are described as follows: West Vail Red (Northl ' This is a 7 mile route that operates from the Vail Transportation Center westbound along the South Frontage Road, under the Interstate to the North Frontage Road, and along the North Frontage Road to a turn around at the Chamonix /North Frontage Bus Stop. This ' includes service to the Post Office, West Vail Mall and Safeway. In the winter, the West Vail North Red route operates from 6:00 A.M. to 2:15 A.M. Buses ' leave the VTC at quarter past the hour and quarter before the hour, providing 15 minute headways during peak periods and 30 minute headways during base periods. From mid- April to Memorial Day weekend, service is operated during peak hours only with trips t hourly from 7:15 A.M. to 9:15 A.M, and 3:15 P.M. to 6:15 P.M. The summer season schedule combines the West Vail Red and Sandstone routes. During the summer season the service period is extended in the morning so service begins at 6:15 A.M. and continues to 12:15 P. M., seven days a week. The afternoon hours are the same as in the Spring. The total round trip is twenty-four minutes. West Vail Pink The West Vail Pink link route connects the North Frontage Road service with the South ' Frontage Road service. It is the only route which does not service the VTC, but does provide a transfer to the In-Town Shuttle. It operates between the Concert Hall (south) to the Red Sandstone School (north), going under the interstate at the west entrance to ' Vail (Exit 173). West Vail Pink Link operates from 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M. ' in the winter only. This bus leaves from the Red Sandstone School on the hour and connects the North Side with the South Side. On the half hour the bus leaves the Concert Hall Plaza to connect the South side with the North side. No service is provided ' in the spring or summer. West Vail Green ' This 9 mile route is designed to link the VTC with the Concert Hall, Lionshead, Cascade Village, West Vail and Intermountain, travelling primarily along the South Frontage Road and terminating at Kinnickinnick Road and Lupine. West Vail South Green operates from 6:10 A.M. to 2:10 A.M in the winter. Buses leave the VTC at twenty minute intervals during peak periods and 40 minutes headways during ' base periods. From mid-April to Memorial Day weekend service is operated during peak hours only with trips hourly from 7:45 A.M. to 9:45 A.M. and 3:iS P.M. to 6:15 P.M. During the summer season the service period is extended so service begins at 6:45 A.M. and continues to 12:45 P.M. The afternoon hours are 3:45 P.M. to 9:45 P.M. Page 35 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE ' Sandstone The Sandstone Route provides transit service between the Vail Transportation Center and ' the Sandstone-Potato Patch area in north west Vail. The 4 mile route operates from the Vail Transportation Center westbound along the South Frontage Road, under the Interstate to the North Frontage Road, along Red Sandstone Road, Vaii View Drive, and ' Lions Ridge Loop, and then circles back. The route is operated from 6:10 A.M. until 2:10 A.M. in the winter, on 20 minute ' headways. The winter service is operated 20 hours a day, seven days a week. The Sandstone Route is also operated in the spring with hourly service during peak hours only (7:15 A.M. to 9:15 A.M. and 3:15 P,M. to 6:15 P.M.Q. In the summer season, the route ' does not operate but some of the Sandstone stops are served by the West Vail Red route. ' Page 36 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. b~~ ~ t ~ U I F I ~ 3 n ~JJ~~'' ' 1 0 , OOY V~/Y Y~ RED SANDSTONE SCHOOL • CONCERT ;i'~ ~ •HALL PLAZA e PEDES7AWN OVERPASS MARRIOTTS ~ MARK RED SANDSTONE ROAD • ~ ~ RESORT • J i ..t ` • w VAIL PROFESSIONAL BUILDING SANDSTONE : ~ CREEK CLUB ~ e VAIL ~ RUN o^ ~ s ' TIMBER RIDGE s c WESTHAVEN DRIVE MAl'TERHORN ' e ` ~'~b :'s R ~ BUFFEHR CREEK f 't TOWN~F ~~IL ~ VAIL DAS SCHONE • ygsL ~ m WEST VAIL. ' ;'"'~L PTARMIGAN FIXED ROUTE SERVICE DAYS iNN ~ a MEADOW • BUS STOPS ~Q'~ ~ STREAMSIDE CF#EEK ' ~ o~ •UNDERPASS c Not to Scale M Y i ~ CHAMONIX FRONTAGE • ~c 1 _ _ , r INT>=AMONTAIN BRIDGE Page 37 ®The Transit Expert, [nc. AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE ' A map of the routes serving East Vail are illustrated in Exhibit 19. They are described as follows: ' East Vail Express The East Vail Express operates in the winter every 15 minutes from 6:00 A.M. to 7:15 ' P.M. The route requires 45 minutes of running time. The route operates from the VTC along the South Frontage Road, then along Streamside Circle, and Meadow Drive, terminating at Main Gore Drive and Juniper Lane. The route travels past the Ford Park / Golf course area, continuing on as an express to serve the residential areas in eastern Vail. In the winter evenings and in the spring this area is served by the East Vail/Golf Course Blue route (see description below). During the summer, the East Vail Express operates on hourly headways from 6:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. and from 3:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.. Because road conditions are better and passenger loads lighter, running time is decreased to 35 minutes. ' Ford Park/Golf Course There are two routes serving Ford Park and the Golf Course area. These are operated as separate routes in the winter when passenger loads are heavy and combined into one during the summer. No service is provided in the spring, although the area is served by another route (East Vail) during this period. ' The Ford Park route is a short 10 minute round ' ( trip) route which operates between the VTC and Ford Park. In the winter, the Golf Course route takes 20 minutes for a round trip. It is interlined with the Ford Park route. The two routes are served by one bus which operates from 6:30 A.M. to 7:30 P.M., providing half-hourly headways on each route, seven days a week. The Golf Course route begins at VTC. The morning winter service expresses to the clubhouse along the South Frontage Road, coming back through the Ford Park neighborhood along Vail Valley Drive and past the Golden Peak Area and Children's Skiing Center. At 2:00 P.M. the route reverses and operates past Golden Peak along Vail ' Valley Drive, then along Sunburst Drive to the Vail Golf Course Clubhouse and from there expresses back to the VTC on the Frontage Road. ' The summer season schedule combines the Golf Course and Ford Park routes into one and operates once an hour from 6:40 A.M. to 12:40 P.M. and from 3:40 P.M. to 9:40 P.M. seven days a week. The route operates in acounter-clockwise direction all day and 20 ' minutes of running time is allocated for the service. ' Page 38 ®The Transit Expert, Irtc. U MAIN GORE / JUNIPER ~ D~ o $ ' . ~ BIGHORN ~ ~ PARK MEADOW LANE EAST 3 p % ~ doh ~ O` , -,---•-O` r° 0~ VAIL / ~ ; ~u 1 RACQUET CLUB ; ~ : MOUNTAIN MEADOWS ~ ~TiMBER FALLS ~ COLUMBINE / = BIGHORN ROAD ~ , q~ ~VU°(~~~~0 (C~OG°3C~iL~ ~4 70 VAIL EAST CONDOS ~ LUPINE /BIG HORN ROAD ' PITKIN ~ • ; CREEK PARK ; FALLS OF VAIL • % jk~ 1: VAIL MOUNTAIN SCHOOL ~ ~O~ 6O~p~~ ~O. ' GOLF CLUB HOUSE ; BALD MOUNTAIN ROAD ASPEN LANE r •"R 't 1448 VAIL VALLEY ~ DRIVE ~1 ' : TOWNOFVAIL PTARMIGAN ROAD o ' EAST FORD PARK ~ .s EAST VAIL ' FIXED ROUTE SERVICE g' ` EAST VAIL ROUTE r ~1 • r GOLF COURSE PTARMIGAN ROAD ROUTE I WEST - FORD PARK ROUTE ' ? SOCCER FIELD ~ BUS STOP$ s C~30LD[~M p~ Not to Scale MANOR VAIL ,,,D . ~ 'r f1 Page 39 ®The Transit Expert. Inc. ' AVON / VAIL aJOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE ' East Vail/Golf Course This 12 mile route combines the service provided on the East Vail Express and the Golf ' Course/Ford Park routes during periods in which passenger loads can be served by one bus. It operates from the VTC and heads south past Golden Peak along Vail Valley Drive, then along Sunburst Drive to the Vail Golf Course Clubhouse. From here it heads east along the South Frontage Road, paralleling the Express Service and under the Highway. The route goes back under Highway 70 at Exit 180 eastbound on Bighorn Road, then along Streamside Circle, and Meadow Drive, terminating at Main Gore Drive ' and Juniper Lane and looping back westbound. Winter evening service to all of East Vail is provided by this route. Travel time is one hour, with trips leaving VTC every half hour between 7:30 P.M. and 2:00 A.M. In the springtime East Vail is also served by this route. Travel time is 45 minutes with buses departing VTC hourly from 7:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. and again from 3:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.. PARATRANSIT SERVICES ' The current pars-van service was initiated on May 1, 1991. The town has one van with a wheelchair lift (Vehicle 167). It can secure two wheelchairs and seat eight ambulatory riders. The lift has hand rails on both sides for those riders who stand to load. The Town ' does not have a wheelchair for use by passengers. Information booths and lodges are given the information about the service to accommodate guests and visitors that may need the service. The service is advertised on the current bus route map. An audio cassette recording which describes the service ' and the fixed routes is available in the library. The service currently requests a 24 hour notice to the Bus Department Secretary. Service requests may be made from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.. After 5:00 P. M. and on weekends requests are taken through Vail dispatch. ' No trip restrictions are imposed and there is no charge for the service. This service is available within the Town of Vail at during all hours the fixed route service is operated. Winter: 6:00 A.M. to 2:00 A.M. Spring: 7:00 A.M. to 10:15 A.M. and 3:00 P.M. to 7:15 P.M. Summer: 6:00 A.M to 1:00 P.M. and 3:00 P.M. to 10:15 P.M. Service for any rider needing to go outside the Town of Vail service is currently coordinated with the Town of Avon which has the authority to operate on I-70 and Highway 6. Passengers can be transferred at the Combines North Frontage bus shelter ' to the Town of Avon paratransit vehicle. ' Page 40 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. AVON /VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE Ridership and service characteristics for the paratransit service are listed in Exhibit 20. A total of 131 passenger trips were served in the first year of operation. Those passenger rides identified as "Charter - BC/Avon" were trips provided on a charter basis outside of the Vail town limits. Avon has since received its paratransit vehicle, so in the future, trips in the Beaver Creek/Avon area will be provided by Avon-Beaver Creek ' Transit. EXHIBIT 20 TOWN OF VAIL PARA_ i r~ANSIT S_ ER_VIC_E_CHARACTERISTICS DAYS TOTAL TOTAL TOWN CHARTER MONTH OPERATED MILES PAX OF VAIL BCNAIL ' May -'91 2 240 32 0 32 June -'91 2 142 40 0 40 July - '91 9 73 16 16 0 Aug - '91 5 72 22 14 8 Sept - '91 6 54 14 14 0 Oct - '91 0 0 0 0 0 Nov - '91 1 4 1 1 0 Dec - '91 0 0 0 0 0 Jan - '92 0 0 0 0 0 Feb - '92 3 66 6 6 0 Mar - '92 0- 0 0 0 0 Apr - '92 0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL 28 651 .L_. 131 - ~ 51 80 OTHER TR N A SPORTATION PROVIDERS ' A variety of other transportation providers operate in the Valley. A survey of these - providers and programs serving the elderly and disabled was carried out in order to ' identify the available transportation resources in the region and the number of persons served by special programs who might be ADA paratransit eligible. Providers include the school district, resort oriented services and specialized transportation operated by ' agencies serving persons with disabilities and the elderly. These other operators help to meet the transportation needs of the people in Eagle County. ' Page 41 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE ' Eagle County School District Number 50 J serves all of Eagle County. The school district provides bus service to 11 schools and operates 37 routes. 97% of the student population is eligible for school bus services. Approximately 2,800 to 3,000 students or ' 83% of the student population uses the bus services for daily transportation. Transportation is provided for students who live further than 1.5 - 2 miles from their schools or anv, student who may find hazardous conditions walking to school. ' The school district c r ur entiy has approximately 17 students with disabilities that are ' recognized by the transportation division. Eleven of these students are preschool age children. One of these pre-schooi /elementary students is in a wheelchair. The school in Edwards is designated as the special education school for students with learning ' disabilities, SIEBD, SLIC, Perceptual Communication Disorders, and speech and hearing disabilities. One of the pre-school students is transported from Burns to the school in Edwards. The older children with severe needs are transported to Eagle Valley Middle School and Minturn Middle School. The district integrates some students with disabilities (i.e. emotionally handicapped) into the regular schooi curriculum and special transportation services are not arranged. ' The district has a total of 40 vehicles, with 3 reserve vehicles at each end of the valley. The district employs 41 drivers (a 4 hours /day position) and 3 substitute drivers. Three ' vehicles are lift equipped. • One (1) Type I I van with Cab capacity for 2 securements and 9 ambulatory passengers (older model -used as a reserve vehicle) • Two (2) Type I buses with capacity for 2 securements and 48 ambulatory ' passengers (1990 and 1991 Blue Birds) The drivers who are assigned to the two primary routes that serve the students with ' disabilities are trained to work with the students and their special needs, as well to operate the wheelchair lifts. t Federal law requires the public schools to take over the responsibility of meeting the educational and transportation needs of the physically disabled from pre-school age. ' Page 42 mThe Transit Expert, Inc. AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE Vail Mountain is a private school in Vail serving grades K-12. The school has 185 students enrolled in the 1991-92 school year. They serve several students with ' temporary disabilities throughout the school year with broken legs, etc. and they have one student with a hearing disability. The school does not provide transportation for their students. RESORT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES The Eagle County Regional Airport and Jet Center in Gypsum, 30 miles west of Avon has received considerable improvements in the last five years and serves both small air craft and jets providing direct service from major cities such as Dallas, Houston, Atlanta, ' Chicago, Minneapolis, St. Louis, Seattle, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. The STOL airport in the area (Eagle-Vail) closed in 1989. This was the only airport receiving commuter air service from Denver. The closure was based on problems with lease ' provisions as well as shrinking passenger loads. The major link with the resort traffic from Denver Stapleton Airport is through ground transportation providers. The following list is an overview of these service providers: ' AIRPORT SHUTTLE VANS ATS (Airport Transportation Service) COLORADO MOUNTAIN EXPRESS ' (also holds P.U.C. Authority) Type of service: Taxi, charter, sightseeing, call and demand, special bus Number of vehicles: 54 vans Number of drivers: 70 Counties served: Eagle, Denver Peak season(s): ~ Winter DEE HIVE TOURS Type of service: Taxi, charter, sightseeing ' Number of vehicles: 3 (1 automobile, 2 vans) Number of drivers: 4 ' Counties served: Lake, Summit, Eagle GLENWOOD SPRINGS YELLOW CAB, Inc. ' Type of service: Taxi Number of vehicles: 4 automobiles Number of drivers: 3 ' Counties served: Garfield, Pitkin, Eagle PRESIDENTIAL LIMOUSINE, INC. 800 442-5422 ' Page 43 ®The Tra.nslt Expert, Inc. AVON /VAIL aJOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE ' Richard Lee Stampp dba THE R.C.COMPANY (holds I.C.C. Authority) ' Type of service: personalized charter service -Property management vallet Number of vehicles: 1 van Counties served: Eagle, Denver SKIER'S CONNECTION ' STAGECOACH LUXURY LIMOUSINE 468-6112 VAIL -BEAVER CREEK JET CENTER ' Type of service: Charter, Call and demand Number of vehicles: 3 vans Number of drivers: 2 Counties served: Eagle Peak season(s): Winter VAIL BEAVER CREEK Airport Transportation Type of service: provides door-to door service from Denver to Vail ($34) and Denver to Beaver Creek ($36) ' VAIL EXPRESS 800 338-0671 VAIL TRANSPORTATION, Inc. (holds P.U.C. Authority) ' VANS TO VAIL, Inc. ASPEN LIMOUSINE SERVICE, Inc. (holds P.U.C. Authority) Type of service: Scheduled, charter, sightseeing, call and demand, special bus ' Number of vehicles: 100 (80 vans, 20 buses) Number of drivers: 120 Counties served: Eagle, Denver, Garfield, Pitkin Peak season(s): Winter ' VAIL VALLEY TRANSPORTATION VAIL VALLEY AIRPORT EXPRESS 800 882-8872 Type of service: Charter, scheduled, sightseeing Number of vehicles: 15 vans Number of drivers: 30 Counties served: Eagle ' Peak season(s): Winter VAIL VALLEY TAXI Type of service: Taxi, call and demand Number of vehicles: 15 automobiles Number of drivers: 15 ' Counties served: Eagle ' Page 44 mThe Transit Expert, Irec. ' AVON /VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE Due to the resort economy many lodges and hotels provide private shuttles for guests and employees. VAIL lodges with transportation shuttles include: ' Westin VailRun Marriot Roost Lodge Lodge at Vail Manor Vail Sonnealp Days Inn Holiday Inn Christiana Lodge Streamside at Vail Evergreen Lodge ' Sandstone Creek Club Eaglepoint Simba Run Antlers ' AVON /BEAVER CREEK Lodges with transportation shuttles include: ' Cordilia in Edwards Comfort Inn Camberlee Saddleridge Christie Lodge Charter ' Greyhound Bus Lines has regularly scheduled service east to Denver three times a day departing at 7:56 A.M., 11:16 A.M., and 6:16 P.M. Denver serves as a regional port for ' connections. There are also three scheduled departures west 10:48 A.M., 5:18 P.M., 12:45 A.M. to Eagle, Glenwood Springs, Grand Junction, Salt Lake City, Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Grand Junction serves as a major transfer port to the west for other ' destinations served by the Greyhound system. 476-5137 Page 45 oThe Transit Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAIL .JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE ' SPECIAL SERVICES TO THE ELDERLY AND DISABLED ' The Jimmie Heuga Center is located in Avon. This facility is a private non-profit organization that works with individuals diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). Group programs are offered five or six times a year, typically in the off season. These programs bring medical staff in from around the nation and conduct a scientific research program to evaluate the patients conditions, educate and motivate the participants in lecture settings, and provide multi-disciplinary wellness sessions focusing on what can be done rather than what cannot. The theme for the organization is "reanimating the physically challenged". The programs are held to 25 people per session, and there is an attempt to keep a group balance on the varying degrees of the affliction the individuals have in ' each session. Atypical session would probably not have more than 4 persons who use a wheelchair on a regular basis. Due to the nature of the neurological condition, however, some individuals use a chair intermittently for energy conservation. ' The program began in 1984 with one session and has expanded annually. It is designed for individual's of all ages. The facility has served approximately 700 individuals over the 1 years. The concept of return visits for annual reassessment is encouraged, however probably less than 5% of the people make that choice. The program cost is $1,500 for the 5 day session, with approximately 40%-50% of the participants provided with scholarships. The participants are responsible for travel and lodging. The sessions provide meals at the facility. The participants stay at hotels in the Valley. The staff tries to encourage the group to stay at the same lodging to promote their social interaction and ' networking. The Center is solely dependent on fund raising and contributions. Seventy-five percent of the medical programs are funded through Jimmie Heuga's Mazda Ski Express, with more than 30 events held throughout the U.S. For three years Mazda has sponsored a van for the Center to use for its transportation needs. The program intends to rely on the City of Avon's lift equipped bus for transport of any non-ambulatory participants. Eagle County Senior Services provide transportation to over 200 area residents over ' the age of 60. The division is associated with the Area Agency on Aging and has 4 vans. The vans serve residents in the Mintun area, Eagle area and the Basalt - EI Jebel area. One vehicle is strictly kept as a back-up vehicle. The vans are owned by the County and maintained and replaced through the county motorpool. The vehicles are not lift equipped. The primary transportation services provided are to and from nutrition centers which are located in Mintum, Eagle, and EI Jebel. The meal sites operate twice a week. Once a ' week the vans provide local shopping trips for the seniors and each site has several special trips each year which are typically recreational in nature. Of the 200 seniors served by this program an estimated 25 would be considered "frail" elderly by the nurses, ' however none of these individuals are restricted to a wheelchair. Page 46 ®The Transit Expert, Irrc. ' AVON / VAIL .)DINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE ' Mountain Valley Developmental Services serves as the Community Centered Board for Eagle, Lake, Pitkin, and Garfield Counties. The office is headquartered in Glenwood. ' This is anon-profit agency, funded by federal, state, and private donations which serves the cognitive and physically disabled individuals in the area. The program has 60 adult participants m their residential program, which is at capacity. There are 10 individuals who live with their families that attend a day vocational program and receive staff support. The board currently has a wait list of 15 adults who would qualify for these services, in addition to several teenagers that are not yet of age for the program. All of the people served by the residential program are over the age of 21. The programs goal is to provide these individuals with improvement programs individually designed to their needs identified through counseling, in addition to integrating them into the community through a CIE (Community Integrated Employment) Program. The program places their clients into jobs with fast food restaurants, the Chamber of e Commerce, the resort food services, and even a local toy store which participates in the program. There is also a sheltered workshop that includes a greenhouse and weaving. The workshop facility contracts with business', motels, and individuals to perform landscaping services. The program has received a high level of community support. The board manages 5 group homes, 6 apartments and 4 host homes. There are ' currently 8 adults that live in apartments in the Avon / Vail area and are employed by Beaver Creek Resorts -Vail Associates. Two staff people are employed in the Vail area; one serving as a job coach and the other serves as house manager and suprivises the ' individual improvement programs. The individuals in the independent living situations are considered sufficient in self-help and communication skills. ' Transportation is provided- by the Mountain Valley Developmental staff to bring these individuals to medical and dental appointments in Glenwood. Vail Valley Medical Center does not take Medicaid funded patients. Most of the participants in the residential program are Medicaid eligible so they must travel to Glenwood for these services. t Mountain Valley Developmental Services has a small fleet (approximately 12 vehicles) of assorted types, from Citation wagons, a Voyager van, and several Suburbans. Two of their vehicles are lift equipped and used primarily in the Carbondale and Glenwood area. e Vehicle maintenance is handled through the Board typically through local business and trades of services. There is a Family Support Service that helps parents to keep their disabled children in their homes. Funding is available for families of children with severe needs who may need full monthly support of just partial funding for a special request. This program currently has 30 families that participate. There is also a transitional program, Mountain Board Cooperative Services, for young adults age 18 - 21. In addition there is an infant stimulation and assessment program, which works in conjunction with a Child Find Program that helps identify at risk children and identify services that are needed for them. All of the preschool programs have been terminated and are now the responsibility of the Public School System. ' Page 47 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER THREE Eagle County Visiting Nursing Services serves 35 adult individuals with disabilities in their homes. Overall, the home health care nurse transports about 20 people a week in a County car (wheelchairs are folded up in the trunk). Twice a week trips are made to the area east of Edwards, including Minturn, Vail and Avon. There are 15 individuals in this area that are visited. Services they receive include transporting them to doctor and ' dentist appointments, grocery shopping and getting them out to get some "fresh air". Of these 15 people, 6 are in wheelchairs in the Minturn area. The conditions range from M.S. to young adults with crippling arthritis. ' Vail Valley Medical Center is a community non-profit, full-service, acute care hospital. It is a full ancillary facility with 24 hour emergency room and air-life transport. The Vail ' Sports Medicine Center is located at the Vail Valley Medical Center. The Vail Valley Medical Center is affiliated with Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center in Denver. 1 E i 1 1 E 1 1 1 1 i 1 Page 48 ®The Tmnsit Expert, lnc. AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER FOUR ' CHAPTER FOUR DEMAND ESTIMATION t THE PARATRANSIT POPULATION ' The study area has a population of 15,835 people, as reported in the 1990 Census. Of these persons, a percentage are disabled as defined by the ADA. The ADA requires that paratransit services be provided to those disabled persons with impairments which prevent them from boarding an accessible fixed route bus, navigating the bus system or getting to a bus stop. The ADA definition of disability is new, and no concrete information is available on what percentage of the population will fall into this category. However, a methodology was developed for the US Department of Transportation which can be used to estimate the number of persons with disabilities which prevent them from using public transportation services. Due to limited baseline information on the eligible population, the method of determining a general trip-making rate was used, as described in the UMTA ADA Paratransit Handbook'. This method consists of estimating the population of ADA Paratransit Eligible individuals and then applying a low, medium and high trip-making rate to this group. It is described in detail in this section. Current population estimates for ersons who ma be aratransit ell ible are listed in P Y P 9 Exhibit 21. Paratransit service is required where regular fixed route service is operated, but not in areas where only commuter service is provided. Therefore, although the population of Leadville, Minturn and Redcliff is included in the study area population, it will be excluded from the following discussion. A total of 10,086 people live in Avon, Vail, Eagle-Vail and the unincorporated areas included in the study area. Because not all of the unincorporated areas are within the region where paratransit service will be required, this estimate is on the high side. The first step in estimating the number of persons who may be ADA Paratransit Eligible ' is to determine the number of persons who may have a disability which limits their ability to use public transit. The percentage of persons with disabilities varies from area to area. Generally, in the mountain communities in the Rocky Mountain region the percentage of the population with severe mobility impairments is low. Persons with such disabilities frequently move to more hospitable climates. Eagle County is no exception to this pattern. 'ADA Paratransit Handbook Se tember 199 T - - p 1, UM AMA-06 0206-91-1, Page 7-24. ' Page 49 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. 1992 ' AVON / VAIL .101NT ADA PLAN CHAPTER FOUR EXHIBIT 21 Population Estimates for ADA Paratransit Eligible Est Est Weighted Weighted Weighted Est 1990 ADA ADA Est of Est. of Est of W/Publi Eligible ~igible Weight Eligible Eligible Eligible ' 1990 Transp. Category C~y~,y Facer Pop. Cat Pop. Cat Pop. Area Pop. Disability 1 and 3 2 1 and 3 2 Total ' (Note 1) (Note 2) (Note 3) (Note 4) Town of Avon 1,798 9 27 18 0.15 4 3 7 Eagle/Vail CDP 1,922 10 29 19 0.15 4 3 7 Town of Vail 3,659 18 55 37 0.15 8 5 13 Unincorporated 2,707 14 41 27 0.15 6 4 10 1 Total 10,086 51 152 101 22 15 37 ' 1) Based on .5% of population having public transit disability. ~ Persons who cannot independently board, transfer or disembark a fired route bus are eligible in Category 1. Persons who are prevented from getting to a bus stop because of an impairment or environmental condition (snow, terrain, etc.) are eligible in Category 3. Nation wide this averages 1.5% of the population. 1 3) Persons who require a lift a ramp in order to board a faced route bus are eligible in Category 2 when buses are not a.,.,~sible. Nationwide this averages 1.0% of the population. 4) Weight factor is percentage of the 1980 AvonNail area population which has a public transportation disability (.5~°) compared b the rk,~~~t , as a whole (3.5%). ' Page 50 m The Transit Expert, Inc. 1992 AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER FOUR Detailed information on the number of persons reporting transportation disabilities is not available from the 1990 Census, however information from 1980 data is used in this ' methodology. The 1980 Census indicated that 47 persons in the Radcliff-Minturn census division reported a disability which limited their use of public transportation. This represented approximately'/z of one percent of the total population, significantly less than the national average of 3.5 percent. Applying this percentage to the 1990 population of 10,086 persons, it is estimated that currently there are 51 persons who have disabilities which affect their ability to use public transportation. While this definition is broader than ' the ADA definition of who is paratransit eligible, it provides a useful indicator of the size of the population with disabilities. The next step is to apply to the Valley population the estimates of who may be eligible for paratransit service which were developed by James Hickling and Associates as part of the research on the ADAZ. Their research showed that approximately 1.5% of the population would never be capable to use a fixed route bus and another 1 % of the population requires an accessible bus. Because the population of persons with disabilities in the region is only about 15% of the national average, a factor was applied to these calculations in order to determine a reasonable estimate for the region. As shown in Exhibit 21, this provides an estimate of 37 persons in the region who may be ADA Paratransit Eligible. ' In Exhibit 22, ro'ections of o ulation rowth are used to determine how this number P 1 P P 9 may change over the next eight years. Population projections are available from the ' State demographers office for estimated County population in 1995 and 2000. Since the area which will receive paratransit service has 46% of the County population, 46% of the projected County population was taken as a base population number. The population projections indicate that by 1995 the number of persons eligible for paratransit service will increase to 42 and by the year 2000 to 45. These increases match the population growth for the valley and are small enough so they will not significantly change the demand for ' paratransit services over the period of this plan. SEASONAL POPULATION CHANGES The fluctuations in seasonal population levels, as discussed in Chapter Two, may have a significant impact on the number of persons wishing to use paratransit services. The resort industry is the base of the economy and services, including transportation, are structured to serve the visitors to the region. It is, therefore, important to consider the impacts of the visitor population on the paratransit services. z Ibid, page 7-11. Page 51 ®The Transit Exper[, Inc. 1992 AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER FOUR Many persons with disabilities (both physical and cognitive) ski and one would expect a significant number of persons who are ADA paratransit eligible to visit the area. There ' is no methodology which can be applied to estimate the number of visitors who may be ADA paratransit eligible. Local experience will be the best guide in determining the impact of visitors on the paratransit system. At present, one typically finds that persons with disabilities who ski either are of an independent nature and come prepared with their own vehicles, have a great deal of family support, or are part of an organized program which arranges transportation for the participants. This may change in time as more 1 people with disabilities become aware of the available transportation options. TRIP DEMAND ESTIMATES Once population estimates and projections are made, trip-making rates can be applied. Research completed for the San Francisco Area Regional Paratransit Plan in 1990, i showed a reasonable range of trip making was between 1.2 and 4.4 trips per month per person. In Exhibit 23 ,rates of 1.2 (low), 2.8 (medium) and 4.4 (high) were applied to the estimated population to determine a range of demand for paratransit services in the valley. In 1992 it is estimated that demand will .range from a low of 48 trips per month to a high of 174 trips per month. By the year 2000 this will increase to between 54 and ' 198 trips per month. It should be noted that when persons with disabilities begin using the paratransit service regularly for work or school trips, the number of trips may increase significantly. One of ' the most important purposes of the ADA is to ensure that persons with disabilities have the option of working through creating accessible workplaces, prohibiting discrimination ' and providing adequate transportation services. Over the next 20 years a significant increase in persons with disabilities who are able to work and travel is anticipated. ' PARATRANSIT RIDERSHIP EXPERIENCE The Town of Vail Municipal Bus System began operation of paratransit service in May of ' 1991. They have now, one full year of actual ridership experience which can be used to gauge the accuracy of the projections. In the first year of operation, the Vail paratransit service carried 131 persons. Approximately 80 of these passenger trips were carried in the Avon-Beaver Creek area (since Avon did not yet have its vehicle), leaving 51 trips in the Town of Vail. The Town of Vail has 36% of the population base upon which the demand projections were based. If the 51 trips carried in Vail are considered to be 36% of the trips which might be carried in the area, the total number of trips which would be anticipated would be approximately ' 142 in one year. Page 52 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. 1992 ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER FOUR ' It is important to note, however, that the basis of many of the trips is the visitor population, not the year-round residents. Vail generates more than 36% of the visitor days in the area, so if the number of trips for the area are determined based on visitor days, the total anticipated in one year would be closer to 350. ' These demand estimations are simply estimations, with a purpose of identifying a range of anticipated ridership for paratransit services. The range will determine the number of vehicles which are necessary for the service and the projected number of service hours which must be budgeted. Based on the actual experience in Vail and the methodology developed by J.Hickling and Associates, it is estimated that within the five year period covered by this plan, paratransit ridership in the region will be in the range of 350 annual passenger trips. Only one vehicle will be required to carry this number of trips, and it will not be heavily used. If an average of two passengers are carried in one service hour (typical in Vail's experience), this will require between 150 and 290 annual service hours of operation. Because each system has a responsibility to provide paratransit service, the geographic constraints between the two areas, and the need for aback-up vehicle, both systems ' have purchased a paratransit vehicle. This capacity will be more than adequate to respond to the anticipated demand. f 1 1 1 1 pays ~ ®The Transit Expert, Inc. 1992 ' AVON / VAIL .JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER FOUR EXHIBIT 22 Year 2000 Projections for ADA Eligible Population Average Average Average ' Category Category Total Weight Category Category Est. Total Year Total ~ and 3 2 ADA Factor 1 and 3 2 ADA Pop Eligible Eligible Eligible Eligible Eligible Eligible 1990 10,086 152 101 252 0.15 22 15 37 1995 13,068 168 112 280 0.15 25 17 42 ' M 2000 13,748 181 120 301 0.15 27 _ 18 45 EXHIBIT 23 DEMAND PROJECTIONS One-way Trips per Month -Assumes No Fixed Route Accessible Service ADA Eligible Population Category 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 ' Cat.1 $ 3 23 23 24 24 25 25 25 26 26 27 27 Cat. 2 15 15 16 16 17 17 17 18 18 18 18 Total 38 38 40 40 41 42 43 44 44 45 45 ' Trip Rates l.Aw Trips/person/month 1.2 1.2 1.2 1.2 1.2 1.2 1.2 1.2 1.2 Number of Trips ' Cat. 1 $ 3 29 29 30 30 30 31 31 32 32 Cat 2 19 19 20 ZO 21 21 22 22 22 Total 48 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 54 ' Medium Trips/person/rnonth 2.8 2.8 2.8 28 28 2.8 2.8 2.8 28 Number of Trips Cat. 1 $ 3 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 76 Cat 2 44 45 46 48 49 50 51 50 50 Total 111 113 115 118 120 122 124 124 126 High Trips/person/month 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 ' Number of Trips Cat 1 $ 3 105 106 108 110 112 114 115 117 119 Cat 2 70 71 73 75 77 78 80 79 79 ' Total 174 178 181 185 188 192 195 196 198 Page 54 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. 1992 AVONNAIL JOINT ADA PLAN ' CHAPTER FIVE ' CHAPTER FIVE EVALUATION OF EXISTING SERVICES ' In this section is a review of the service criteria by which service comparability for complementary paratransit is measured. Using the description of existing fixed route ' service in Chapter Three, the requirements for paratransit service under the ADA are defined. Each of the criteria is listed, followed by a description of how the paratransit service offered by each municipality will be operated in order to comply with the criteria. This chapter defines the paratransit service which will be operated in order to comply with the ADA. In Chapter Six is a description of the eligibility process and in Chapter Seven is a description of service policies, capital requirements and a five year operating and capital budget for ADA compliance. Chapter Seven also addresses ADA requirements for the fixed route service as this is integral to providing effective service for persons with ' disabilities and to fully complying with the ADA. Together these three chapters make up the plan to provide paratransit service. Most municipalities depend upon the activities of local residents to fuel the economy. Resort communities however, are specifically dependent upon outside visitors to assure their continued economic viability. Although the recommendations contained in this chapter were designed to assure that the area will meet the minimum standards required by the Act, it is likely that the actual services provided will depend directly upon the needs and demands of the visitor/tourist population. ' 1 -GEOGRAPHIC AREA OF SERVICE REGULATION • Paratransit service is based on providing service to origins and destinations within a corridor of 3/4 of a mile on either side of a fixed route. • Service shall be provided to any small areas in the core area not inside any of the corridors, but surrounded by them. • Corridors with widths from three fourths of a mile up to one and one half miles may be used outside the core service area. • An entity is not required to provide paratransit service in an area outside the boundaries of the jurisdiction in which it operates. • The entity shall take all practicable steps to provide paratransit service to ' any part of its service area. I Page 55 ®The Transit, Expert, Inc. AVONNAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER FIVE ' EVALUATION OF EXISTING FIXED ROUTE SERVICE ' AVON Service subject to providing complementary paratransit service includes the Beaver CreekNail route, the EdwardsNail route, the Avon/Beaver Creek Shuttle, and the Town of Avon Shuttle. Of these routes, only the EdwardsNail route operates year-round. Service operated to Leadville is classified as commuter service and paratransit service is not required in the area served by this route. Service operated for Beaver Creek Resort does ' not fall under the rules for complementary paratransit as it is provided by a private entity rather than a public entity. 1 The Beaver Creek/Vail route and the EdwardsNail route are those which determines the geographic area of service as they have the most extensive ' coverage of the routes listed. Because the valley's are narrow, the 3/4 mile band along the Beaver CreekNail route covers all of the Beaver Creek Resort, the Town of Avon, and most development along Highway 6 and ' Interstate 70 to Vail. When Edwards is served, the band encompasses most development to Edwards and the Town of Edwards. ' VAIL The Town of Vail provides public transportation services within the municipal limits of Vail. A 3/4 mile band surrounding the fixed routes covers the Town of Vail. There are many hours when only the Intra-Village shuttle ' is operated. A 3/4 mile band around only this route does not encompass the entire town. ' PLAN FOR PARATRANSIT SERVICE AVON Paratransit service will be operated in Beaver Creek, Avon, and Edwards. Service wiN also be available to origins and destinations along a 3/4 mile band along Highway 6 and Interstate 70 between Edwards, Avon and Vail. Within the Town of Vail, Avon will only pick up and drop off passengers at the Chamonix North Frontage Bus Shelter and the Vail Transportation Center (VTC). VAIL The Town of Vail will provide service from origin to destination 3/4 mile outside our fixed route system within the boundaries of the Town of Vail. Any rider needing to go outside the Town of Vail into the Town of Avon will ' be transported to the Chamonix North Frontage Bus Shelter or the Vail Transportation Center for transferral to the Town of Avon Para-transit vehicle. ' Page 56 ®The Transit, Expert, Inc. AVONNAIL JOINT ADA PLAN ' CHAPTER FIVE 2 -RESPONSE TIME ' REGULATION • Paratransit service shalt be scheduled and provided to any ADA paratransit ' eligible person within a one hour window of the requested time for service made the previous day. ' Reservation services shall be available during normal business hours when the offices are not open before a service day. (Weekends, holidays) ' Pick-up times may be negotiated with the individuals, but an entity shall not require an ADA paratransit eligible person to schedule a trip to begin more ' than one hour before or after the individual's desired departure time. • The entity shat( permit advance reservations to be made up to 14 days in advance of an ADA paratransit eligible individual's desired trip. EXISTING SERVICE AVON There are no standards set. ' VAI L The system currently recommends 24 hour advance reservations. There is no limit on how far in advance trips may be scheduled. ' PLAN FOR PARATRANSIT SERVICE AVON and VAIL will adopt the following policies for service as part of the approval of this paratransit plan: ' Paratransit service will be provided for trips requested the day before service is needed. Where possible, service will be provided on the same day as requested. ' Reservations will b e accepted up to fourteen days m advance. For visitors planning a trip to the area, reservations will be accepted for service when trip reservations are made. ' Reservations will be taken seven days per week for trips provided on the following day. During any periods that the systems may not operate seven days per week, reservations will be taken by an answering machine. ' Page 57 ®The Trartslt Expert lrtc. ' AVON/VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER FIVE ' 3 -FARES ' REGULATION • The fare for a trip charged to an ADA paratransit eligible user of the ' complementary paratransit service shall not exceed twice the fare that would be charged to an individual paying full fare (i.e. without regard to discounts) for a trip of similar length, at a similar time of day, on the fixed ' route system. • A personal care attendant shall not be charged for complementary ' paratransit service. • The entity may charge a fare higher than otherwise permitted by this ' section to a social service agency or other organization for agency trips (i.e. trips guaranteed to the organization). ' EVALUATION OF EXISTING FIXED ROUTE SERVICE AVON No fares are charged for local services provided in Beaver Creek Resort ' and Avon. Fares are charged for regional service and vary based on the length of the route. ' VAIL No fares are charged for bus service provided by the Town of Vail. ' PLAN FOR PARATRANSIT SERVICE AVON No fares will be charged for local paratransit service in Avon and the Beaver Creek Resort. The fares for paratransit service between Vail, Avon and Edwards will be the same fare as for the fixed route service. Personal care attendants will be allowed to ride for no charge. ' VAIL No fares will be charged for paratransit service provided by the Town of Vail. ' Page 58 ®The Transit, Expert Inc. AVONNAIL JOINT ADA PLAN ' _ CHAPTER FIVE 4 RESTRICTION BASED ON TRIP PURPOSE ' REGULATION The entity shaft not impose restrictions or priorities based on trip purpose. The ADA contends that nobody asks why someone is getting on a fixed- route bus or rates the significance of their travel, therefore to have a comparable situation the service provider can't review paratransit service ' this way. EXISTING PARATRANSIT SERVICE ' Neither Avon nor Vail lace an restrictions or riori 'e o i p y p tl s n tr p purpose. ' PLAN FOR PARATRANSIT SERVICE There will be no trip restrictions or priorities on trip purpose for paratransit ' services 5 -HOURS AND DAYS OF SERVICE ' REGULATION The complementary paratransit service shall be available throughout the ' same hours and days as the fixed route service. EVALUATION OF EXISTING FIXED ROUTE SERVICE ' Both s stems have hours and da s of service which fluctuate based on seasonal Y y demands. The exact days when seasons begin and end vary from year to year, ' dependent on snowfall and when holidays fall in the week. The following hours are for routes for which paratransit service is required. ' AVON Winter 5:15 AM - 1:00 AM Spring 6:15 AM - 7:00 PM ' Summer 6;15 AM - 7:00 PM VAI L Winter 6; 00 AM - 2:30 AM ' Spring 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM Summer 7:00 AM - 2:30 AM ' PLAN FOR PARATRANSIT SERVICE AVON Paratransit service wilt be provided from 5:15 A.M. until 1:00 A.M. in the ' winter and from 6:15 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. the rest of the year. VAIL Paratransit service wilt be provided from 6:00 A.M. until 2:30 A.M. in the ' winter and from 7:00 A.M. until 10:30 A.M. in the summer and 7:00 A.M. - 2:30 A. M. in the summer. ' Page 59 ®The TMnstt, Expert, Inc. AVONNAIL .IOINT ADA PLAN ' CHAPTEFi FIVE 6 -CAPACITY CONSTRAINTS ' REGULATION ' The entity shall not limit the availability of complementary service to ADA paratransit eligible individuals by: ' A. restricting the number of trips an individual will be provided; B. maintaining waiting lists for access to the service; or ' C. any operational pattern or practice that limits the availability of service to ADA paratransit eligible persons (i.e. substantial numbers of untimely pickups or trip denials) ' Section 37.133 -Subscription services are limited to no more than fifty percent (50%) of the number of trips available at a given time of day, unless ' there is excess non-subscription capacity. The entity may establish waiting lists or other capacity constraints and trip purpose restrictions or priorities for participation in the subscription service only. EXISTING PARATRANSIT SERVICE AVON While Avon has had a lift equipped vehicle available the past year, few calls were received for the vehicle. Overcrowding on the paratransit service is ' not anticipated to be a problem. VAI L Vail has operated paratransit service for one year and provided 131 trips in ' that period. There have been no instances of trips which cannot be served due to lack of capacity. ' PLAN FOR PARATRANSIT SERVICE Neither AVON nor VAIL will place any capacity constraints on the paratransit services which are provided. ' Page 60 ®The Tmnst~ Expert, Inc. AVONNAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER FIVE The above criteria identifies where Avon/Beaver Creek Transit and The Town of Vail Bus System comply with the ADA and where modifications are necessary. For the population ' with disabilities it is important to recognize that other factors affect mobility. Providing mobility to eligible visitors and persons with temporary disabilities who are unable to use the fixed route bus is an important aspect of the paratransit service in the area. OTHER FACTORS AFFECTING MOBILITY Eagle County is a mountainous area with heavy snowfall. When there is snow on the ground it is very difficult for some persons, particularly those using mobility aids to use the transit services. These individuals will be considered conditionally eligible for ' paratransit service even after accessible buses are obtained. CONCLUSION The fixed route bus service operated in Avon and Vail varies considerably from season to season. Changes are also made from year-to-year, as needed, to adjust to the ' changing demands of the visitor/tourist population. Bus systems in most traditional communities are geared to the needs of the residents and are more stable than in resort communities. In resort communities such as these the bus systems are geared to the ' needs of the visitors to the area and fluctuates depending on demand. In this chapter parameters have been defined for paratransit service based on current fixed route service levels and the ADA requirements. As fixed route service levels change, the parameters for paratransit service as required by the ADA may also change. It is likely that the actual demand for paratransit service, like that for fixed route service, ' will be determined primarily by the needs of the visitor population. i 1 1 1 1 1 ' Page 61 ®The Transit, Expert, Inc. AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER SIX CHAPTER SIX ADA Paratransit ELIGIBILITY The Towns of Avon and Vail currently each have a wheelchair accessible vehicle to t provide paratransit service to a!! qualified disabled persons who are unable to use the fixed route service. Persons with disabilities must be unable to use fixed route service in order to be eligible for paratransit service. The Towns of Avon and Vail will certify persons as eligible for paratransit service based on the ADA eligibility standards as described below. ELIGIBILITY STANDARDS The ADA eligibility standards for paratransit services are based on a persons functional ability to use fixed route bus service. Eligibility is classified into three categories. 1st ELIGIBILITY CATEGORY - PEOPLE WHO ARE UNABLE TO NAVIGATE THE SYSTEM BECAUSE OFTHEIR DISABILITY. ANYONE WHO, WITHOUT THE ASSISTANCE OF AN ATTENDANT, CANNOT BOARD, RIDE OR DISEMBARK FROM ACCESSIBLE VEHICLES (including visual or cognitive impairments). 2nd ELIGIBILITY CATEGORY -PEOPLE WHO CAN USE AN ACCESSIBLE FIXED ROUTE SYSTEM, BUT CURRENTLY DO NOT HAVE AN ACCESSIBLE ROUTE TO USE TO GET TO THEIR DESTINATION. 3rd ELIGIBILITY CATEGORY - PEOPLE WHO HAVE SPECIFIC IMPAIRMENT RELATED CONDITIONS THAT PREVENT THEIR Gt i i LNG TO OR FROM A STOP. Exhibit 24 presents a guideline listing of functional impairments which would confer the category for eligibility for paratransit service along with what determining factors might be considered. According to these categorical definitions of eligibility, it is not a specific ' impairment which confers eligibility, but rather a functional condition which prevents a person from using fixed route bus service. Using this table makes the determination of eligibility more systematic and standardized. ' Page 62 ®The ?lrnrtstt Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAILJOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER SIX ' EXHIBIT 24 ELIGIBILITY BY FUNCTIONAL IMPAIRMENT/DISABILITY ' ~ FUNCTIONAL IMPAIRMENT/DISABILITY ELIGIBILITY DETERMINING FACTORS Conditions resulting in severe fatigue (HIV, Conditional -Distance toltrom stoplstation radiation/chemotherapy, dialysis) (1,3)* -Environmental (temperature/terrain) Severe lack of coordinationlmotor function(cerebral palsy, Unconditional brainlspinallperipheral nerve trauma, neurological conditions) (1,3)* Moderate lack of coordinationlmotor function (cerebral palsy, Conditional -Distance toltrom stoplstation brainlspinal/peripheral nerve trauma, neurological conditions) (2,3)* -Availability of accessible fixed route service ' Profound or severe mental retardation Unconditional ~3)* Mild or moderate mental retardation Conditional -Has person received travel training for trip requested? (1,3)* Psychiatric or physical disabilities causing disorientation (as Unconditional distinct from behavioral) (t.3)' Visual impairments (blindness, restricted vision) Conditional -Has person received travel training for trip requested? (1,3)* -Effective fixed route communication practices in place? 1 (announcements,card systems,etc.?) - Physical barriers in the environment Hearing Impairments and Communication Disabilities Conditional -Effective fixed route communication practices in place? (disability related speech or reading impairments) (1)* (announcements, card systems, etc.?) Ambulatory Disability, Uses Mobility Aid Conditional -Distance tolfrom bus stop or rail station for trip requested (2,3)* -Environmental Conditions (terrain...) -Availability of accessible fixed route service Temperature Sensitivities Conditional -Distance to/from stoplstation (3)* -Waiting time at stoplstation -Temperature Cardiac 1 Pulmonary Con~tion Conditional -Distance to/from stoplstation ' Arthritis (3)* -Environmental conditions (temperature, terrain) AccidenUsurgery which prevents auto use and access to Conditional -Distance tolfrom stop/station stop (3)* - Is condition permanent or temporary? Indicates category of eligibility. (1)=Unable to board, ride or disembark from an accessible vehicle; (2)=Able to use accessible vehicle, but accessible vehicle is not available (3)=Unable due to impairment related conditions to get to stoplstation. ' Source: Revised from draft ADA Guidebook by E.G. & G. Dynatrend. ' Page 63 mThe Transit Expert, Inc. i ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER SIX Most eligibility determinations for the different functional disabilities are conditional. Relatively few disabilities would qualify an applicant in all cases. However, if someone meets the eligibility criteria for some trips but not others, that person is ADA eligible only for the former. Persons can be eligible on the basis of permanent or temporary disabilities. The Act assumes that any condition that meets the criteria of the definition, regardless of its duration, is a disability. it is the functional ability to use fixed route transit, rather than the precise diagnosis of classification for a disability, which is most relevant to the provision of transportation under the ADA. Functional inability to use fixed route transit arising from a combination of an impairment- related condition and environmental barriers may form a basis for eligibility. An impairment-related condition does not confer eligibility if it simply makes use of fixed route transit less comfortable, or more difficult, than use of fixed route transit for persons who do not have the condition. (Objecting to using a bus stop and waiting for the bus, rather than scheduling a paratransit van to come to their home.) Unless the condition prevents the travel, the individual is not ADA paratransit eligible. It is recognized that the heavy snowfall, the ice and the wind rows of snow which build up in the winter significantly affect the mobility of persons with disabilities. Some persons who are generally able to use an accessible fixed route bus will be unable to do so in the winter in these communities. These persons will be considered conditionally eligible for paratransit services even after accessible buses are obtained. Since the primary business of these areas is the accommodation the tourist population, the Avon/Beaver Creek Transit System and Town of Vail Municipal Bus System it is likely that these services will need to provide services to visitors. It is also likely with the service nature of these resort areas, a higher level of service will be provided than mandated by the ADA in order to ensure that the travel needs of visitors will be met. For example, a broken leg would not necessarily qualify a person for ADA paratransit service. However, in a ski resort, visitors are regularly injured and may request paratransit service. Presumptive eligibility for service may be granted in these cases. The following visitor policy is adopted as part of this paratransit plan, in accordance with § 37.127 of the ADA Transportation Regulations: The Avon/Beaver Creek Transit System and the Vail Municipal Bus System will provide reciprocal paratransit services to visitors who present documentation of ADA paratransit eligibility. In addition, visitors will be ' granted presumptive eligibility for 21 days or until an application is processed, whichever comes first. Page 64 ®The Tr~anstt Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAIL .IOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER SIX ELIGIBILITY PROCESS The AvonBeaver Creek Transit System and Town of Vail Municipal Bus System will use ' the following process to register clients and issue documentation. Clients can be registered through either system and the processes will be compatible. The main goal of the eligibility process is to make a determination of whether an individual can use the fixed route system in his or her own particular circumstances. The specific steps which must be followed in the eligibility process and the deadlines for response as identified in the regulations are included so that the delays of bureaucracy do not prolong the eligibility process. This process is illustrated in the flow chart (Exhibit 25). Information about the process, service guidelines, the application and any other materials which are distributed to applicants will be available in accessible formats. ' 1. RESPONSIBLE PERSON/PERSONS FOR ELIGIBILITY DETERMINATION The eligibility process does not actually begin until a complete application has been received. A sample of the application is presented in Exhibit 26. For individuals who are unable to complete the form themselves it can be done by telephone, by a therapist, caseworker or family member. The application will be reviewed and a decision on eligibility will be made administratively by the Operations Manager in each system. A decision will be made in writing within 21 days and a copy of the decision sent to the other system. Page 65 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER SIX ExHlelT 25 A.D.A Eligibility Process Avon/Beaver Creek Transit Town of Vail Municipal Bus Service Initial Contact ' to Obtain Cert. Form f l Complete Application ~ to Transit Offices Eligibility Determination in Writing by Operations Manager within 21 days of Completed Application No Yes Unconditional Conditional Appeal ' ithln 80 days of dania j 1 ~ ' Service I Trip-by-Trip ecision ecision Provided Determination Over Upheld ule Recertification at Reasonable Intervals Page 66 mThe Transit Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER SIX ' EXHIBIT 26 SAMPLE APPLICATION TOWNOFY~ ' Paratransit Service Client Registration The Towns of Avon and Vail provide door to~loor transportation service to ersons with P disabilities who are unable to use the fixed route bus service. Please complete the following registration form so we may serve you in your transportation needs. It is important to us that we understand your complete needs. Please complete this questionnaire in it's entirety, Name: Phone: i Address: ' City: State: Tip Code: Birth Date: ' My disability affects my mobility and I use the following mobility aides: Please describe the disability which limits your mobility. Will acompanion /aid travel with you? YIN Do you require any other special assistance? ' Do you ride the iced route service? Never Occasionally Frequently CONTACT PERSON Please give the name and telephone number of someone whom we may contact if the need arises. Name: p~~; (Form Page) Page 67 ®The Trccnstt Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER SIX ' 3. RESPONSIBLE PERSON/PERSONS FOR APPEAL PROCESS The ADA requires an appeals process for persons who have been denied ADA ' paratransit eligibility. For the Avon/Beaver Creek Transit System, the Avon Municipal Services Director will hear any appeals on eligibility. For the Town of Vail, the Transportation and Parking Manager will hear any such appeals. All hearings will be accessible to persons with disabilities. The appeal process has a filing deadline of 60 days after the original denial determination has been made. The hearing process will provide an opportunity to hear testimony and evidence of the applicant in person (or by a representative) and arguments for the original denial. A decision regarding the appeals process will be made within 30 days or service will be provided to the individual until and unless a negative determination is rendered. 4. INTERVALS FoR RECERTIFICATION (general and temporary) Clients will be recertified every three years to determine whether an individual remains eligible, is still living and in the area, etc. Clients who are eligible for paratransit service based on a temporary condition may apply for recertification if ' needed when their temporary certification expires. Page 69 mThe 7}anslt Expert, lnc. AVON / VAILJOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER SEVEN ' CHAPTER SEVEN OPERATIONS AND CAPITAL PLAN The paratransit services provided by Avon/Beaver Creek Transit and the Vail Municipal Bus System will comply with the requirements of the ADA, as described in Chapter Five. In order to provide this service, one paratransit vehicle will be operated by each entity. ' Although one vehicle can handle the estimated demand for the area, the geographic distance does require that each town have their paratransit vehicles in operation. These vehicles will provide back-up for each other. In addition to providing paratransit service which meets the criteria for equivalent service, there are a variety of other service and capital requirements with which the transit systems must comply. Some of these requirements pertain to fixed route as well as paratransit services. This chapter contains five sections: o a description of operating policies as required by the ADA, as applicable o a discussion of vehicle accessibility requirements o a discussion of coordination ' o a five year capital and operating budget Paratransit service which complies with the ADA will be provided by November of 1992 by both Avon/Beaver Creek Transit System and the Town of Vail Municipal Bus System. While adequate resources are now available to operate the service, minor items such as establishing the eligibility process which complies with the ADA will be carried out ' between July and November of 1992. Therefore, no listing of milestones towards compliance is included in this plan. The annual updates to this plan will provide information on the progress made towards replacing the vehicles used for the fixed route service with accessible vehicles. Much of the replacement program depends on the availability of Federal Transit Administration funds and so implementation of the planned timetable cannot be assured. ' OPERATING POLICIES The ADA requires that specific operating policies and procedures be followed in public transit systems in order to ensure that equivalent transportation services are provided for persons with disabilities. In this section, those policies and procedures are reviewed for the towns of Avon and Vail. These requirements are listed in Subpart G of the DOT regulations implementing the ADA (49 CFR Title 37) and each section is identified with the section number for easy reference. ' Page 70 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN ' CHAPTER SEVEN §37.161 Maintenance of Accessible Features -General ' The ADA requires that public entities maintain those features of facilities and vehicles which make them accessible to persons with disabilities. Only one vehicle in each of the towns fleet are lift-equipped. It is the policy of the towns of Avon and Vail to follow a thorough preventive maintenance program which covers both the vehicles and the facility and to repair any breakdowns, ' including those which provide accessibility, promptly. §37.163 Keepina Vehicle Lifts in Operative Condition ' This section requires that a system of regular and frequent maintenance checks of wheelchair lifts be established, that operators immediately report any failure of lift in ' operation, that vehicles with inoperable lifts be taken out of service, if no spare vehicles are available that a vehicle with a broken lift be used in service no more than five days, and that in any case where a vehicle with an inoperative lift is on a fixed route and the ' headway for the next accessible vehicle exceeds 30 minutes, alternative transportation shall be provided to persons requiring a lift to access the service. ' The lifts are cycled daily before the vehicle is used for each system. Drivers report any failure promptly by a radio call to the dispatcher. In any case where the lift would not operate, either in the routine check before service or in service, the ' vehicle is taken out of service. The vehicles will serve as back up to one another. ~ 37.165 Lift and Securement Use This section requires that all common wheelchairs be transported; that a securement ' system be provided and used; that transportation may not be denied on the grounds that a wheelchair cannot be secured; that while an entity may recommend transfer of an individual to a seat, that transfers cannot be required; that personnel shall assist individuals with securement systems and lifts; and that standees be permitted to use the lift to enter a vehicle. ' The policy is to transport all types of common wheelchairs. In the event a wheelchair cannot be adequately secured, transfer of the individual to a seat is requested; however if a passenger does not wish to transfer out of their wheelchair ' the passenger is not required to do so. Drivers assist passengers boarding vehicles and securing their wheelchairs and ' seat belt, as necessary. Drivers provide assistance from curb-to-curb. They do not go into the home. Occasionally there are passengers in wheelchairs who need assistance in going up or down stairs. There is a one-step policy: the drivers will ' assist passengers up or down no more than one step. If more assistance is needed, passengers are asked to provide an aide. Standees are allowed on the lifts. ' Page 71 mThe Transit Expert, Inc. AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER SEVEN ' 37.167 Other Service Requirements This section lists a variety of other service policies. For clarity, the pertinent policy for the towns of Avon and Vail are listed after each item. o Stops shall be announced at transfer points, other major intersections and ' destinations, and intervals along a route to permit individuals with visual impairments to be oriented to their location. In addition, any stop shall be ' announced on request. The fixed route drivers announce major transfer points and destinations and ' announce additional stops as requested. As the systems serve many passengers who are not familiar with the area, there is a high level of communication between drivers and passengers. All vehicles have public address systems and these are used frequently. o At transfer centers, persons with visual impairments shall be assisted in identifying ' the proper vehicle. When an individual is on board who needs assistance to transfer to another ' bus, the driver radios to the driver of the vehicle which the person is transferring to so the other driver will watch for the passenger and one or both drivers assist the passenger in finding the correct bus. o Service animals shall be permitted to travel with passengers. The systems permit service animals to ride on both fixed route and paratransit service vehicles. o The entity shall ensure that vehicle operators make use of accessibility related equipment. The primary accessibility related equipment on the fixed route vehicles are the public address systems and stop request lights, and these are used frequently. Drivers assigned to operate the paratransit vehicles are trained to do so and use the lifts as needed. o The entity shall not refuse to permit a passenger who uses a lift to disembark from a vehicle at any designated stop, unless the lift cannot be deployed, the lift will be damaged if deployed or temporary conditions at the stop preclude the safe use of the stop by all passengers. This is not applicable at this point since the fixed route buses are not ' accessible. ' Page 72 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAIL .101NT ADA PLAN CHAPTER SEVEN ' o The entity shall make available to individuals with disabilities adequate information concerning transportation services. ' Both systems will install text telephones for persons with hearing impairments. In Avon, a text telephone wilt need to be installed for the transit dispatcher and at the Beaver Creek stop with a telephone for calling for demand response service, to Vail, a text telephone will need to be installed for the transit dispatcher and at the Vait Transportation Center. ' Each system has brochures containing maps and schedules. Information from the system brochure will be read onto a cassette tape so it wilt be ' readily available to persons with vision impairments. General system information will also be made available in braille, large print or computer disc so it will be available to persons with hearing impairments. o Individuals shall not be prohibited from traveling with a respirator or portable oxygen supply. The systems will allow persons to travel with respirators or portable oxygen supplies. o Adequate time needs to be allowed for individuals with disabilities to board and disembark. All doors are manually o rated and o rators do not close them until all Pe Pe passengers are out of the way. ' ~ 37.173 Training ' The ADA requires that employees be trained to proficiency to treat persons with disabilities courteously and with respect and to recognize the major differences between ' persons with disabilities so appropriate assistance can be offered. The systems have an effective training program which includes passenger relations ' training. All employees will receive sensitivity training in the Fall of 1992 using the RTAP module. Sensitivity training will be integrated into the regular training program thereafter so all new employees will receive such training. Permanent employees receive training on how to use the wheelchair lift along with passenger assistance techniques. When tixed route buses with wheelchair lifts are received, all employees will receive this training. Although office, dispatch and maintenance staff receive different levels of training than drivers, all public contact employees receive passenger relations training. Dispatchers will be trained to identify and appropriately respond to persons with disabilities. This training will be integrated ' into the total training for the job. ' Page 73 mThe Tmnsit Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER SEVEN ' In addition to these operating policies, the ADA mandates that service be provided in the most integrated setting possible. In resort communities such as these, overcrowding on fixed route buses often occurs during peak winter hours. It is not unusual for 33 ' passenger buses to operate with 75 passengers on board. This may create difficulties if a passenger wishes to board with a wheelchair or other mobility aid. To address this issue, in both Avon and Vail passengers in wheelchairs or passengers who have disabilities will board first at a stop. An empty vehicle with a lift or alift-equipped vehicle with adequate capacity will be dispatched to the necessary stop immediately if there is not available capacity on the regularly scheduled bus. The Town of Vall is currently evaluating the overcrowding on the In-Town service through ' the TDP process. These needs of passengers with disabilities will be considered in any decisions made to address this problem. ' RECORD-KEEPING REQUIREMENTS Records will need to be kept to monitor the paratransit service to ensure that it complies with the ADA. This includes keeping the following information: ' o Client data base o Number of trips provided by the paratransit system o When the service is used, by time of day and month ' o Number of paratransit trips taken by visitors o Any service which cannot be provided within one hour of the requested time and if or when denials occur CLIENT REGISTRATION The ADA requires that persons who are "ADA Paratransit Eligible" be provided with next day paratransit transportation. Although cities may provide service to a broader group ' -than required by law, at a minimum this group must be provided with service which is considered by the DOT to be comparable to the fixed route service. tt is recommended that both towns register all paratransit clients to determine those that are ADA ' paratransit eligible. As part of this registration effort, the information listed in Exhibit 29 will be requested, entered into a computerized client file, and a registration number assigned. The same information could be recorded in a manual system, using a card ' catalog in a box or rotary system. Page 74 ®The Transtt Expert, Inc. ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER SEVEN i EXHIBIT 29 Avon/Beaver Creek Transit ' ~ Client Registration Last Name, First Name Client Number ' Street Address Telephone Number City Birth date Eligibility: Elderly Aide: Disabled ' ADA Paratransit Eligible Conditions for ADA Paratransit Eligibility Special Needs/Equipment Contact Person/Telephone ' A lication Submitted Issued Ex fires PP p ' When scheduling the trips taken each day, the client number should be noted. Each month the client numbers of every passenger should be entered into a database. This ' can be sorted to determine the use of the system by ADA paratransit eligible and other clients, visitors and residents. ' Page 75 ®The TYanstt Expert, Inc. ' AVON /VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER SEVEN ' UNSERVED TRIPS Dispatchers normally work with clients to schedule trips around times when the vehicle is available. The ADA requires that paratransit service be provided to eligible persons ' within one hour of the requested time. While a passenger may agree to a trip three hours later than requested because he or she has no other choice, a trip which is not served within one hour of the requested time needs to be documented and logged. Therefore, ' in addition to trips which are not served, dispatchers need to note any trips which are rescheduled due to unavailability of a vehicle within one hour of the requested time. It is key to note that the law only requires that this level of service be provided to persons who are ADA Paratransit Eligible. For the system's benefit, it might be a good idea to record the information on trips which cannot be served within one hour of request by both those who are ADA Paratransit Eligible and all others that may use the system. It is important to establish a uniform convention for recording requests for multiple trips ' which are not served. If an individual requests service every weekday at 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., and the trip cannot be served, it should be noted as multiple trips denied. Since ' trips can be reserved up to two weeks in advance, the number of trips that cannot be served in this example in the two week period should be noted as 20 trips denied. ' CAPITAL REQUIREMENTS The capital requirements of the paratransit services are fairly minimal. Each system has purchased an accessible vehicle for providing paratransit service. As the vehicles are new, it is not anticipated that they will need to be replaced during the period of this plan. ' However, the capital requirements of the fleets of standard transit coaches are much more extensive. None of the standard transit coaches are lift equipped. Replacement plans for each system: ' TOWN OF VAIL A fleet of 39 transit coaches are operated infixed route service, and all must be replaced with accessible vehicles. Over the next fire years, 20 will be replaced on the following schedule. While lift equipped buses are the standard, low floor buses may be appropriate on the Intra-Village Shuttle. These may accommodate larger passenger loads and more cost effective accessibility with a ramp than with a standard wheelchair lift. ' Page 76 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. i AVON / VAIL .JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER SEVEN Year No. Replaced % Accessibility ' 1992 3 - 1979 buses 8% ' 1993 5 - 1981 buses 21 ' 1994 5 - 1981 buses 36% 1 - 1982 bus ' 1995 5 - 1981 buses 49% 1996 1 - 1981 bus 51 It is anticipated that accessible coaches will be placed on the in-town route first. At the end of a 5 year period 51 % of the fleet will be lift equipped. AVON/BEAVER CREEK TRANSIT ' The vehicle accessibility requirements for Avon/Beaver Creek Transit fall under two categories: the requirements for public entities are applied to the regional service and the Town of Avon service; the requirements for private entities not primarily engaged in transportation are applied to services provided for Beaver Creek Resort under contract. Sixteen vehicles are allocated for the regional services. These are currently owned by Beaver Creek Resort but when replaced will be owned by the Town of Avon. These vehicles will need to be replaced with buses which are accessible. ' Ten vehicles are allocated to providing services within Beaver Creek. As this service is route deviation and therefore classed as demand response under the ADA transportation regulations, these vehicles will only need to be replaced with accessible vehicles if necessary to provide equivalent service. These vehicles are owned by Beaver Creek Resort and any replacement vehicles will also be owned by the Resort. Five vehicles are allocated for services within Avon (including one paratransit vehicle) and are owned by Avon. These are used for fixed route service in the winter and demand response service the rest of the year. When replaced they will need to be accessible since they are used for fixed route service during part of the year. ' Page 77 ®The Tra.nstt Expert, Inc. AVON / VAIL .IOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER SEVEN ' Another ten vehicles provide services between the parking lots and Beaver Creek. These vehicles are owned by Beaver Creek Resort and are operated under contract by the 1 Town of Avon. Within the Resort, these vehicles operate on a route deviation basis, Within the Town of Avon, they operate on fixed routes. As such, they have been considered to be fixed routes. If they continue to be operated in this manner, they will ' need to be replaced by accessible vehicles. If it is decided to change the structure of these routes to route deviation within the Town of Avon, then they will only need to be replaced with accessible buses until equivalent service is provided. In order to calculate the percentage of the fleet which is accessible, a base fleet of 21 coaches has been used. This includes all of the vehicles used to provide regional ' services, services within the Town of Avon, and services between Avon and Beaver Creek Resort. The one paratransit vehicle is accessible, representing 5% of the fleet. The following replacement schedule for Avon/Beaver Creek Transit is dependent on the ' approval of Federal Transit Administration funds for the replacement of the sixteen vehicles which are used for regional transit service. ' Year No. Reolaced % Accessibility 1992 0 5% ' 1993 6 - 1980 buses 33% 1994 4 - 1980 buses 52% ' 1995 4 - 1980 buses 71 ' 1996 2 - 1980 buses 81 ' These coaches will be assigned to each regional route to provide hourly accessible service when the first group of vehicles are received. Then, as more vehicles are received the remaining trips on the Beaver Creek -Vail and Edwards -Vail service will be made with accessible vehicles. In the summer season, 100% of the trips on the regional service will be accessible in 1994. The chart below identifies the accessibility by route for the winter season when more vehicles are required to operate the service. ' It is the opinion of The Transit Expert, Inc. that the requirements placed on the inter-area service within the Beaver Creek Resort by the ADA transportation regulations should be ' those applying to transportation services operated by private firms not primarily engaged in transportation. This would mean that complementary paratransit service would not need to be provided and the vehicle accessibility regulations would be somewhat more lenient. A request for an FTA determination that Beaver Creek Resort services are under Title III rules for a private firm not primarily engaged in transportation should be filed. ' Page 78 oThe Transit Expert, lnc. ' AVON / VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER SEVEN ' ACCESSIBLE TRIPS FOR REGIONAL SERVICES Winter Season ' Route 1994 1995 1996 Beaver Creek -Vail 50% 75% 100% Edwards -Vail 67% 100% 100% ' Leadville 33% 67% 100% ' COORDINATION Coordination is an important part of providing effective transportation services to persons 1 with disabilities. The towns of Avon and Vail are coordinating the provision of paratransit services, eligibility processes and documentation, and will provide back-up for each others paratransit vehicles in the event of a breakdown. ' As Avon holds the PUC ermits too erate 'n e p p I th County and Interstate 70, Avon/Beaver Creek Transit will be responsible for all trips outside of the town limits of Vail. Within Vail ' they will pick up and drop off passengers requiring regional service at either the Vail Transportation Center or at the transfer point at Safeway shopping center. Vail will be responsible for all other service within its town limits. FIVE-YEAR OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGET Five-year operating budgets have been prepared for the paratransit services operated by each system. As each system already has a paratransit vehicle and no additional ' purchases are anticipated, no capital dollars have been budgeted. For the Vail Municipal Bus System, the operating budget reflects a continuation of existing service levels for the paratransit services. In the Avon/Beaver Creek System where paratransit service has not been actively marketed, additional service hours have been budgeted based on the demand estimation and the experience which Vail has had with their paratransit service. ' The budgets are based on the projected 1992 expenses with a 4% annual increase for inflation. For both systems, a slight increase in ridership has been projected over the five year period of the plan. As more people become aware of the services and as more ' persons with disabilities know they can travel to areas such as Beaver Creek and Vail and be assured of transportation, it is likely the use of the service will increase. ' Page 79 ®The Transit Expert, Inc. AVON /VAIL .JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER SEVEN EXHIBIT 30 AVON-BEAVER CREEK TRANSIT P A R A T R A N S I T S E R V I C E 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 ' Projected Ridership 100 150 175 200 225 Service Hours 33 50 58 67 75 ' Operating Cost $1,280 $1,997 $2,423 $2,880 $3,370 ' Capital Cost $700 -0- -0- -0- -0- VAIL MUNICIPAL BUS SYSTEM ' ~ P A R A T R A N S I T S E R V I C E TOWN OF VAIL 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 , ' rshi 250 275 300 325 350 Projected Ride p ' Service Hours 83 92 100 108 117 Operating Cost $3,200 $3,660 $4,154 $4,680 $5,242 ' Ca I Cost $700 -0- -0- -0- -0- ' Page 80 ®The Tra.nslt Expert, Inc. I AVON / VAIL .JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER EIGHT ' CHAPTER EIGHT PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROCESS ' Public participation in the development of the Paratransit Plan was solicited through the through notices for meetings on the plans development and through a public hearing. ' An Outreach Meeting was held on February 11, 1992. A copy of the meeting notice is attached. At the outreach meeting there were no participants. ' The Paratransit Plan was completed, and a draft final report was available for comment at the June 11, 1992 public hearing. ' Notices advertising the public hearing were posted on the buses and in public places, the hearing was advertised in the legal notices section of the newspaper and a public service announcement was made on local radio stations. Copies of the Notice of Public Hearing, legal notice and public service announcement are attached. There were no requests for the Paratransit Plan and no participants at the public hearing. ONGOING REQUIREMENT FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION The ADA requires that this Paratransit Plan be updated annually and that a mechanism be established to ensure that persons with disabilities are involved in the evaluation and modification of transportation services targeted towards the disabled. ' The Town's of Avon and Vail will jointly prepare the annual update to this plan. As with the original plan public participation will be solicited, and outreach efforts will be aimed at involving persons with disabilities in the preparation of the plan. A joint public hearing will be held on the annual updates and the plan will be adopted by each Town Council. ' Page 8I mTlte Transit Expert, Inc. 1 APPEND 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 ' AVON /VAIL JOINT ADA PLAN CHAPTER EIGHT ' EXISTING PARATRANSiT SERVICE SURV EY ' This is to certify that the Towns of Avon and Vail have conducted a survey of existing paratransit services as ' required by 49 CFR 37.137 (a). ' Signatures of authorized officials: ' TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO by Date TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO ' by Date CITY OF LEADVILLE, COLORADO by Date Page 83 ®The TYansit Expert, Inc. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PLAN 1 ' This is to certify that the Town Councils for the Town's of Avon and Vail, and the City of Leadville, Colorado have approved and adopted the ADA Paratransit Plan which is ' attached. ' Signatures of authorized officials: ' T OWN OF VAIL, COLORADO ' by Date TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO ' by Date CITY OF LEADVILLE, COLORADO ' by _ Date ' C.s • Joint Plan Certftlcatton 1 This Is to certify that (name of oul~li¢ entity covered by,loint plank Is committed to providing ADA paratranslt service as part of this coordinated plan in conformance ' with the requirements of 49 CFR part 37 subpsrt F. ' signature j" ~ ROBERT J. ZAITZ name of authorized offtclal Mayor, City of Leadville ' title 1/17/92 C ~ ~ ~ C.6 -Joint Plan Certification II This is to certify that .(name of cublic entity covered by joint olan~ will, in accordance with 49 CFR 37.141, maintain current levels of paratransit service until the coordinated plan goes into effeG't. ' signature J ROBERT J. Z~ITZ name of authorized official M3QOr _ ('.'I tv of Leadville title TT 1/17/92 date j(,~. ~~G/1 try . /I l• .r v..+ • riei i tV~i i/ii~`liN1 ~ Is t C8 that The Town of Va1I _ • b committed t0 ~ i'hls o rtiiy _ providing ADA paratransit service as part of this coordtnated plan In conformance with the requirements of 49 CFA part 37 sub F. stgnature Randall V. Ph~llics ¦ name of authorized offlcial Town Manager tiffs 1/24/92 , date C.6 -Joint Plan Certification II This is to certify that The Toy~rn o f _ Vaii= - - ~ Will, in accordance with 49 CFR 37.141, malntatn current levels of paratransit service until the coordinated plan goes Into ettecK. ,~,t t stgnature Randall V. Phillips name of authorized otticta{ Town Manager title 1/24/92 date C.5 • Joint Plan CertMcation 1 C This Is to certify that !name qt public entity pc~vered bY,joint plant is committed to rovldtn ADA aratransit servi p 9 P ce as part of this coordinated plan in conformance with the requirements of 49 CFR part 37 subpart F. ~ ~ ~ _ i ' - signature ' ' LARRY BROOKS name of authori2ed offlclal DIRECTOR OF MUNICIPAL SERVICES L title ' JANUARY 23, 1952 date C.6 -Joint Pian Certification ll 1 Thts is to certify that (name of pwhlic entity cpvered by joint clank will, in accordance with 49 CFR 37.141, maintain current ieveis of paratransit service until the coordinated plan goes into effect. ~ / ~--signature LARRY BROOKS name of authorized official DIRECTOR OF MUNICIPAL SERVICES title JANUARY 23, 1992 date C.S • Joint Pisn Certiflcatiotn 1 K Thls is to certify that lname ~f n~tt~ entKv r ~verect by t4tnt piano, Is committed to providing ADA paratransit service as part of thla coordinated plan in conformance with the requirements o1 49 CFR part 37 subpart F. !%G~ signature name of authorized omcial ~~~z~ ~ ~ti.~r' ~ S title date C.6 • Joint Plan Certification it This is to certify that (name of public entity covered by ioint clank will, in accordance with 49 CFR 37.141, maintain current levels of paratransit service until the coordinated plan goes into effect signature name of authorized official title date ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ • The Town of Avon, the Town of ' Vail and the City of Leadville will hold a Public Hearing to discuss issues related to the provision of public transit for persons with ~ disabilities. This hearing will discuss comments and concerns P a rat ra n s ~ t ublic relative to the from the p ' Paratransit Implementation Plan P' a n which is being prepared for this . area as a requirement of the BUS SERVICE FOR PERSONS Americans with Disabilities Act. WITH DISABILITIES The Public Hearing will be held at the Avon Municipal Building on ~ at ~f<:~{: ; b e inn i June 11, 1992 g ng i 6:00 P.M. Copies of the report are ~ ~ available at the Town of Avon, `~<a~~~'~~~ ~3~r: Town of Vail, and the City of ::r~~~ ~ . ~ Leadville, or call 949-4280 for r~ further information. The report can . be made available in an accessible ,Y. Y~ ~ format upon request. Interpretation ; . . ~ ~ for the hearing impaired will be available upon request. Please Avon Municipal notify the Town of Avon/Beaver Building Creek Transit offices if either of 400 Benchmark Road these resources are needed. ~ 6:00 P. M. ~ June 11, 1992 Thank you. ' PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT (Regarding the Town ofAvon, Vail and Leadviile's implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act in regard to public transportation) W 't e want your help to improve service to disabled ci izens. ' A public hearing will be held to discuss issues related to transportation service to the handicapped community. The hearing will address comments and ' concerns from the public relative to the ADA Paratransit Implementation Plan. The Plan is being prepared for the area as a requirement of the Americans with ' Disabilities Act. ' The public hearing will be on June 11 at 6:00 P.M. in the Avon Town Hall. Copies of the report will be available at the Avon/Beaver Creek Transit offices, as ' well Town of Vail and City of Leadville offices, or call 949-4280 for more information. (please announce the folloi,utng up unttl May 29 deadline) If interpretarion for the hearing impaired or an accessible format of the report is necessary please contact the Avon /Beaver Creek Transit offices no later than May ' 29. The number to call for more information is 949-4280. Thank you. ~ ' ~y TON~V OF VAIL ~ 7S South Frontage Road Department of Public Works/Transportation Vail, Colorado 81657 303-479-2158/FAX 303-479-2166 ' February 13, 1992 Mrs. Suzanne O'Neill P.O. Box 637 Elizabeth, CO 80107 Dear Suzanne, This letter is to inform you of the outcome of the ADA Public Meeting sponsored by the Town of Vail and the Town of Avon. The meeting was held on Tuesday, February 11, 1992, at 6:30P.M. in the Town of Vail Council Chambers. ' Unfortunately, we had no public attendance at the meeting, after advertising with flyers and in the local newspaper. The Town of ' Vail was represented by Ken Hughey (Interim Director Public Works/Transportation), Mike Rose (Transportation/Parking Manage"), and Jody Doster (Bus Operations Coordinator). The Town of Avon was ' represented by Larry .Brooks (Public Works Director) and Greg Tracy (Operations Manager Beaver Creek Transit). Enclosed is a copy of the distributed flyer, newsletter and ' newspaper article publicizing the ADA meeting. I would also appreciate obtaining from you, if available, a copy of the Surface Transportation Act of 1991. If you have any questions, or desire additional information, please contact me directly at 479-2174. Sincerely, t Jody Doster Town of Vail ' Bus Operations Coordinator JD/slh ARE YOU IN NEED OF SPECIAL 1 TRANSPORTATION/PARATRANSIT SERVICES? 1 1 Then... You Should Attend the Upcoming 1 Americans with Disabilities / Paratransit Meeting 1 Tuesday -February 11, 1992 1 Town of Vail Municipal Building 6:30 PM 1 i r 1 i ~ 1 1 C~ 1 One goal of the Americans with Disabilities Act is to assure paratransit eligibility tgersons unable to independently board, ride, or disembark from an acsible vehicle. The Act seeks to assist persons who have an impairment-related condition which prevents them from getting to or from 1 a destination. The Act calls for next day transportation service for handicapped individuals and provides that all newly purchased vehicles be equipped with proper paratransit equipment. 1 For more information regarding the ADA or the upcoming public meeting, ¦ please contact Mike Rose or Jody Doster at 479-2158. 1 1 f # ~ TOWN OF UAIL CONTACT: Mike Rose 479-2158 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jody Doster 479-2158 January 30, 1992 K, ?Cy.~ ;r~ PUBLIC MEETING TO BE HELD REGARDING jr. 1990 AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT ~ ~ The Town of Vail and Town of Avon are holding a public meeting to address recently mandated transit services for disabled individuals. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 11 in the Vail Town Council Chambers at 6:30 PM. At this meeting, the Towns hope to receive comment regarding a proposed E paratransit plan and individuals in need of paratransit services are encouraged to attend. "The 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) provides a broad range of new ' ! mandates to assist physically challenged people," Acting Public Works Director Ken Hughey said. "By law, we will be providing free transportation to all disabled individuals throughout the community. We would like input regarding our proposed 1 ~ paratransit plan from the individuals who will be benefitting from the service." ~ According to regulations, the upcoming public meeting must be held, providing ' f residents the opportunity to learn more about the recently enacted ADA. The meeting will specifically address Title II of the law. See attached. f ' One goal of the Americans with Disabilities Act is to assure paratransit eligibility to persons unable to independently board, ride, or disembark from an accessible vehicle. The Act also seeks to assist persons who have an impairment-related ' ~ condition which prevents them from getting to or from a destination. The Act calls for next day transportation service for handicapped individuals and provides that all newly purchased vehicles be equiped with proper paratransit equipment. I j For more information regarding the ADA or the upcoming public meeting, please ~ contact Mike Rose or Jody Doster at 479-2 i 58. xn~~rH rk<~~~ra~.E_ a~>>o ' t iii , c c~t.uit.~ot~ tcl~,' 1l:LEPHO\E 303--ii9-211)U ' ADA PARATRANSTT HA.'~DBOOK . The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 1 . and Related Regulations ' Section 1. modifying work schedules; or other An Overview of the Law changes that allow the person to fulfill the ' essential functions of the job. Employers The Americans with Disabilities Act of with 25 or more employees must comply 1990 (the ADA) is the culmination of with this section of the law by July 26, ' almost 20 years of debate on the issue of 1992. Employers with 15 to 24 employees disability rights. It pro~zdes a have an extra two years, or until July 26, comprehensive framework and approach 1J94, to meet these requurements. ~ for ending discrimination against persons ' with disabilities. The stated national goals ~tle II. Title II addresses public ~ of the ADA are identified in its preamble services. Discrimination against persons and include assuring that persons with disabilities is prohibited in all ' disabilities have equality of opportunity, a services, programs, or activities provided chance to fully partiapate in society, are by public entities. able to live independently, and can be It is important to note that this section economically self sufficient. also covers services provided by private The ADA has five sections, or Titles. The entities under contract to public entities. A first four set out specific standards for contract provider "stands in the shoes" of ' nondiscrimination and equal opportunity the granting agency. Public entities still in four key aces. Tide V includes several are responsible for making sure that these administrative and miscellaneous services meet the requirements of the ADA ' provisions. Titles I through IV are even if they do not provide them directly. summarized below A substantial part of Title II addresses 7~itle I. Title I addresses employment. transportation provided by public entities. Discrimination against qualified In general, the law prohibits public individuals with disabilities is prohibited entities from denying individuals with in all aspects of employment including disabilities the opportunity to use public hiring, advancement, discharge, employee transportation services, if the individuals compensation, and job training. are capable of using the system. It also Reasonable accommodation for qualified prohibits public entities from providing applicants or employees also is required services which discriminate against unless it imposes an undue hardship on persons with disabilities. Specific actions the operation of the business. Reasonable which must be taken by public transit ' accommodations indude making the job agencies, commuter rail authorities, and site accessible; r.,,~:ding employees with AMT~K to avoid discrimination are . interpreters, readers, or communications delineated. For example, the law requires ' equipment such as a telecommunications that: display device (TDDk partial restructuring • all newly purchased or leased of non-essential elements of the job; vehicles used in fixed route ' service must be accessible. t-t ' ADA PARATRANSIT HANDBOOtt • public entities which provide fixed facilities, privileges, and advantages of route public transportation any privately owned "place of public ~ service also must offer accommodation" by persons with comparable paratransit service to disabilities. It is this section of the law ' individuals with disabilities who that provides for access to hotels, are unable to use the fixed route restaurants, theaters, stores, professional system. offices, schools, museums, terminals, de- ' • new or used vehicles purchased or pots, or other stations used for public leased for use in general public transportation, and a number of other demand responsive service must privately owned places used by the be accessible unless it can be general public. Barriers that can be shown that equivalent service is eliminated without much difficulty or provided to persons with expense must be removed by January 26, ' disabilities. 1992. Alterations to existing facilities • vehicles which are must provide for access. New facilities remanufactured (defined to constructed for first occupancy after include structural changes) to January 26, 1993 also must include extend their useful life beyond a accessibility features. given number of years (5 years for In addition to requiring access to facilities, ' buses, 10 years for commuter and this section prohibits discrimination by intercity rail cars) must include private entities in the provision of accessibility features. services; the setting of policies; or other • new facilities must be accessible. advantages, privileges and ' • alterations to transit facilities accommodations provided to the public. must include features to make them accessible. Alterations This Title also includes requirements for ' covered by the law include the provision of public transportation by changes that affect or could affect private entities. The law distinguishes the usability of the facility. Not between companies providing ' coc~red are normal maintenance, transportation as a primary business and painting, or changes to the companies, such as hotels or convention electrical, mechanical, or centers, which offer transportation as a ' plumbing systems. secondary service. Companies offering • key stations in rail systems must transportation as a secondary service be made accessible by July 26, must purchase or lease vehicles which are 1993. accessible if these vehicles are to be used • One car per train in rapid rail and in fixed route service and seat more than light rail systems must be 16 passengers (including the driver). If a accessible by July 26,1995. fixed route service is offered using smaller vehicles, these vehicles also must be A chart of these requirements is' provided accessible unless it can be shown that as Table 1.1. ~ equivalent service is provided to persons ' ~tle III. A significant difference with disabilities. between the ADA and past disability laws Companies providing transportation as a ' is that specific requirements for primary service must purchase or lease non-discrimination are extended to the new vehicles (except automobiles or private sector. Title III of the ADA over-the-road coaches) that are accessible addresses public accommodations and if the vehicles are to be used in fixed route ' services operated by private entities. This service and seat eight or more passengers section of the law provides for the full and (including the driver). If smaller vehicles equal enjoyment of the goods, services, 1-2 Table 1.1 A Summary of ADA 1Yan,4portation Requirements for Public Entities 1y,~ ~~yy~ R,equiremente All Types of 3en?ice General nondiscrimination is required so that "...no qualified individual with a disability shall, by reason of such disability, be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the (transportation) services..:' provided by a public entity. (Section 202 of'I~tle II). Non-Rail Fixsd Route Service Vehicles purchased or leased after August 25, 1990, must be accessible. Vehicles remanufactured to extend their useful life by five (5) years or more must be made accessible to the maximum extent feasible. Before buying or leasing used vehicles which are not accessible. a "good faith effort" must be made to locate accessible vehicles. Comparable paratransit service must be provided to persons unable to use the fixed route system. Demand Responsive Service for Newly purchased or leased vehicles, ordered after August 25, 1990, must be accessible unless it can the General Public be shown that equivalent service is provided to persona with disabilities. Rapid Rail and Light Rail Key stations must be made accessible by July 26, 1993, unless a waiver is granted. Waivers can allow up to 30 years for the provision of access provided that 2/3 of key stations are accessible within 20 years. All new vehicles ordered after August 25, 1990 must be accessible. Before buying or leasing used vehicles which are not accessible, a "good faith effort" must be made to locate w vehicles which are accessible. Vehicles remanufactured to extend their useful life by five (5) years or more must be accessible to the maximum extent feasible. One car per train must be accessible by July 26, 1995. Comparable paratransit service must be provided to persons unable to use the rail system. Commuter Rail and AMTRAK All new cars purchased on or after August 26, 1990, must be accessible. Cara remanufactured to extend their useful life by ten (10) years or more must be made accessible. A good faith effort must be made to locate used cars that are accessible. All new stations must be accessible. Key stations must be made accessible by July 26, 1993, unless a waiver is granted. Waivers can allow up to 20 years to make key stations accessible. Existing AMTRAK stations must be made accessible by 0 July 26, 2010. 9 Facilities Programs and activities provided in existing facilities must, when viewed in their entirety, be b readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities. All new facilities must be accessible. Alterations to existing facilities must be accessible. When alterations to primary ~ function areas are made, an accessible path of travel to the altered area (and the bathrooms, ~ telephones, and drinking fountains serving that area) must be provided to the extent that the added ~ accessibility costs are not disproportionate to the overall costs of the alterations. x z 0 c~ 0 0 Va~~, A~~-~.co~nb~~e fames to match 1 r~ew ~rsab~~t~es act bus requ~remer~ts ' By Scoi[<'I'aylor a meeting to discuss the new act Mike Rose, Transprntation nmr,~s~w~, Feb. I1 at the Vai] Municipal B:tild- Manager for the ~bwn of Vail, said ing. Anyone who will be using the the new ia~rv will force bosh Vail ' Va>Z and .4van officials dre Para-transit systerrt is invited to at- ors] Avon transportation services to hc~pirt,~ a plan to cooperate on bus tend. devote rnor>r attention to thf dis- scrvic~ will help them c~tnply with T,ie Americans with D;sabilides abled. Vail -~.~..~tes a free bus sys- law requiring equal-aces for the Art went inLD affect lan. 26. The tern of five routes from East Vail W disabled. law, signed ey Prr~~dent Bush in West Vail, as welt as an in-town The two towns will 5ffer Para- 1<JS>C~. acquires sit public transports- shuttle. Avon operates seven mutes transit services stand-in~hand, trrd tic>n systems to provide service to between Vail, Avon, Beaver Leek, will sc~bmiEa more detailed plan w titti disabled at the same level as Edwards and Leadville. Avon does the Cviarada Department of €hat of the general public. Mae .charge for its service. Transportation and . >he Fctierai sl~cciftcaIly, the law rc>quires all .Rose said both Vail and A+,ron Transit Authflrity togetltt;r. That newl;i purchase,] or ]eatecl vehicles owo one pars-transit van eacb. The pEan wits show how boW town to be accessible to the landicapped two towns have weed to :pack ' plan to increase service to pLoplc stud transit ag~ncics to provide e- each other ap if either sudt~nly with disabilities. clu,al pare-transit scrv~ces to al! - ~ ~..Thc Town of Vail has actt~;citileQ lixedrotttes.. , . ~ ....~.,...Y>r~s~Ri~rbi?~!daNIPP>G~a~s~~i~y.~: s Disabilities act from page 1 _ . ncxtls mare ])tan one van. director art the Town of Avon said town will use much o[ the infiarma "]t's a better opportortity for bet- sltarirtg the vans bene.[its boot lion gained from that meckng to to coverage," Rose stud. "it gives fawns. ~ t W the r' ' - us both shade-trp, but it enables us "It's hard to have aesviee all the Brooks said the otw will~hice a to trice someone from Vail ~ Wal- titn~, if yott clnly bare txte van," he W„~..?.dtrint to write lte ..r ~ ; . toRart, if they ~n?ant to ga. We caa ac-~ said. "if you have to service the van "It's mucfi loo oompliea~d: and corxrrwdate ther>n a lime wort dr its bauy, wl at do you do7" the -port has to ba >ttio extenssve smoothly." ]tcsme said the 1<;er. ]I meeting i. for nne eerily to vrcite the report," Larry Brooks, pobaic wo~tks fire r ~ step is the phro. 17rt:. B><oolrs sad. - ~ - e ~ - i _J - .yam - .s ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Vii. r i USE THE FREE BUS! k~~ town of nailI~ TowN of vas '1 ~l2 SUMMER BUS SCHEDUI.F Avoid parking hassles, traffic congestion, and high costs by riding with us everyday. FREE bus service to East and West Vail. (PLEASE LET THE DRIVER KNOW WHEN YOU WOULD LIKE OFF AT OUR DESIGNATED STOPS) 479-2172 EAST VAIL SUMMER EAST VAIL EXPRESS GOLF COURSE/FORD PARK 6:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. / 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 6:40 a.m. - 12:40 p.m. / 3:40 p.m. - 9:40 p.m. No service 1:00. p.m. and 2:00 o.m. runs. No service 1:40 p.m. and 2:40 p.m. runs. TRC :00 TRC :40 Aspen Lane :OS Golden Peak ;q3 Booth Falls :06 Soccer Field :44 Falls at Vail ;08 Ptarmigan West :45 Pitkin Creek Park :09 Ptarmigan Eas[ :46 Lupine-8ighan Road :10 1448 Vail Valley Drive :48 Columbine-Bighorn Road :11 1610 Sunburst ;49 S[reamside Circle :12 Club House :51 Timber Falls :13 1610 Sunburst :52 Racquet Club :15 Fad Park :54 Bighorn Park :16 TRC :56 Meadow Lane East :17 Main Gore~lunicer :18 Racquet Club Townhouses :20 Columbine-Bighorn Road :22 Vail East Condos ~20 I SUMMER SCHEDULES EFFECTIVE Pitkin Geek Park 24 MAY 2~NOVEMBER 20, 1992 Falls at Vail :25 Booth Falls :27 Bald Mountain Road :28 TRC 3q WEST VAIL SUMMER WEST VAIL-RED/NORTH WEST VAIL-GREEN/SOUTH 6:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. / 3:15 p.m. - 9:15 p.m. 6:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. / 3:45 p.m. - 9:45 p.m. No service 1:15 p.m. and 2:15 p.m. runs. No service 1:45 p.m, and 2:45 p.m. runs. TRC :15 TRC :45 Sandstone School :17 Concert Hall Plaza :47 Red Sandstone Road :19 Cascade Crossing :qg Vail Mew~Red Sandstone Road :20 Cascade Village :50 Sandstone Creek Club :21 Matterhorn :55 Simba Run 22 Ptarmgan :57 Vail Run :23 Underpass :59 Timber RidAe :26 Intermournain :p1 Post Office :26 Meadow Creek :02 West Val Mall :26 Underpass :pq Chamonix :30 Cascade village ;p7 Davs Inn :32 Concert Hall Plaza :09 Vail Das Schone :33 TRC :13 Buller Creek :34 Timber Rldge :37 Sandstone School _ :39 TRC 42 LOOKING FOR Your Ad _ A LITTLE Could Be - EXPOSURE? Here. - CALL 479-2174 CALL 479-2174 'T'i'lls CALL 479-2174 Advertising Space CALL 479-2174 Available 1 /2 PANEL AD 3 1 /4' x 3 3/4° CALL 479-2174 CALL 479-2174 BALL 479-2174 CALL 479-2174 PIEASE CALL 479-2174 Advertising CALL 479-2174 Space Available. CALL 479-2174 ~/2PANELAD 31/4°x ss/a• CALL 479-2174 CALL 479-2174 ~~yy ~~yy ~ CALL 479-2174 /7 ~ ~ S r1UCN~~(r~ PLEASE CAII 479-2174 CALL 479-2174 1 /4 PANEL 3 1 /4° X 1 3/4° 1 /2 PANEL AD 3 1 /4" x 3 3/4" FULL PANEL AD 3 1 /4" x 7 3/4° • • ~ ~ • East Vail • West Vail • Sandstone • CiQ~~... The Town of Vail operates a wheelchair Town of Vail's Main Offices 479-2100 lift-equipped pars-transit van service for those who are unable to use the fixed Vail Villane -Lionshead Vail Associates, Inc. 476-5601 route buses. J Vail Resort Association 476-1000 ? Rides can be requested on a Fire Department 479-2250 next-day basis with 24-hour Police (lost & Found) 479-2207 advance reservations. Police Dispatch 479-2200 Reservation can be made up to iwo weeks in advance. Public Works Department 479-2158 Communi Develo ment De t. 479-2138 ? The service is operated within h' P P the limits of the Town of Vail. Library 479-2183 For more information or to make Public Relations Office 479-21 15 reservations, call 479-2172. Recreation District 479-2279 y~~ ' ~9 Vail Village Transportation Center 479-2177 T~~1~,~F Yi`111, Lionshead Parking Structure 479-2180 Dobson Arena 479-2271 Nordic Center 476-8366 Road Conditions 479-2226 Bus Schedules 479-2172 Vail Snow Phone 476-4888 All routes are operated free of charge. Use The Free Bus! Avoid parking hassles, traffic congestion, and high costs b ridin with us eve da Use The Free BUS! Use The Free BUS! For info matio nand "Lost & Found," call: West Vall 6:ooa.m.-2:15a.m. NON-PEAK EVENING WEST VAIL PEAK HOURS HOURS HOURS GREEN 20-YINUTE INTERVALS t0-MINUTE INTERVALS ..YNIUTE INTERNALS 8:10A-10:30A 1RSOA 11SiDA 1210P &lOP SSOP ~1DP AND 1250P 1'JDP 210P /Q10P 1050P ilaDP (SOUTH) &10P-T.10P 2+0` P 12f0A 1230A 1xA vailTransportauonar.fTAC1l :10 :30 :5o I :so :30 :10 1:10 :50 :30 p Concert Hall Plaza l :13 :33 :53 I :53 :33 :13 ~ :13 :53 :33 ~ Cascade Crossing I :16 :36 :56 I :56 :36 :16 a6 :56 :3s Q CascadeViltage I :la :38 :58 :56 :38 :18 I :18 :58 :38 F Mattefiom I ~i :41 :01 I :Oi :41 21 :21 :Ot :41 O Ptamligan I ~3 :43 :03 I :03 :43 23 73 :03 :43 O Underpass :26 :46 :OG I :O6 :46 26 :26 :O6 :46 Intemqurltain ~9 :49 :09 I :09 :49 ~9 ~9 :09 :49 p Meadow Creek I :31 :51 :11 ~ :11 :51 :31 :31 at :51 Z Underpass I :33 :53 :13 I :13 :53 :33 I :33 :13 :53 ~ Cascade ViUa~e I :37 :57 :17 I :17 :57 :37 I :37 :17 :57 m Concert Hall Plaza I :40 :00 20 I :20 :00 :40 :40 :20 :00 = Vail TransportaCOn Ctr. (fRC) I :44 :04 24 I :24 :04 :44 I :44 24 :04 WEST VAIL PEAK HOURS NON~EAK EVENING RED 1MYINUTEINTERVALB HOURS HOURS B:OOA-10:~5A fOLINUTE INTERVKH i0.MINUTE INTE/NALS (NORTH) 215P N7 :15P 11:iSA-2:15P 7:15P-2:i5A p Vail TrarlSpprtahpn ar. (rRC) :00 :15 :30 :45 :15 :45 I :15 :45 Z SarldstorN3 School ~ :02 :17 :32 :47 :17 :47 I :17 :47 Timber RidcLe Pillage I :05 :20 :35 :50 :20 :50 I :20 :50 POST OFFlCE I :07 :22 37 :52 :22 S2 I :22 :52 ~ West Vail Mall ~ :09 :24 :39 :54 :24 :54 :24 :54 O Chamonix JN. 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Frontage :49 Imennountain :17 Davs tnn :51 Meadow Creek :16 Vail Das Schone I :52 Underpass I :20 Buf(ehr Creek :53 Maderhom 23 POST OFFICE I :55 Ptarmigan I :25 Timber Ridge I :57 Cascade Vdlage ~ :26 Red Sa,,..,.....;, School I :59 Concert Hall Plaza I ~0 BU5 STOPS ONLY AT DESIGNATED BUS STOPS! 1991-1992 (Effective 12/21/91) \ ~u ~h TOWNOF VAIL ~ WIM'ER BUS SCHE®ULE East Vail • West Vail • Sandstone Use The Free Bus! Avoid parking hassles, traffic congestion, and high by riding with us everyday. For more information, call: 479-2172 < ~ ~ $ N~~~a7~g~a~rn W-3 m ~ t ~ O d °~?~~~d~~~N~ ~ L m N d a< ~ n0 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ o~ o Z r n w ~ S Q ~ v~ ~ 4 H ~ w ~,~7 NN ~-.1~ M ~ ~ x x7 C~ S i ~ ~ ~ L ~ 0~ Qs s s ~ ~ ~ ' O 1 ~ ~h ~'~30 ~C N~ Y/ G ~ 4 A~ 3 TO: Ron Phillips Council Members FROM: ~ Shelly Shanley DATE: July 16, 1992 RE: Investment Report Enclosed is the investment report for June 30, 1992. This month our last CD matured. In the past we have always invested in CD's as a safe and high yielding investment. Currently, a one year jumbo CD is earning an average of 3.53. That is less than the average yield during the month of June for the Colorado investment pools, where most of our money is presently invested. On July 2, 1992 the fed eased the discount rate from 3.5% to 3.0%. The prime rate quickly followed by dropping to 6.0% from 6.5%. We continue to follow the investment committee's decision to stay short and have our money available to take advantage of any rise in the market rates. Any questions? Please let me know. r Town of Yail, Colorado Invest~ent Report Su~~ary of Rccounts and Invest~ents For the Nonth Ending June 30, 1992 Funds For Reserve Balances Percentage Percentage Operating Funds 05 f 31/92 of Total gllowed Noney Market gccounts (see page 1) Couercial Banks ((62,592) f44S,106 3383,114 2.002 50$ Money Market and Nutual Funds f1,001,iSS (4,052,956 f5, 060,111 16.31$ 100$ Colorado Invest~ent Pools fb,194,566 fb,i94,566 35.40$ 100$ Total (1,134,129 f4,498,bb2 (12,231,]91 63.1it U.S. Goverment Securities (see page 2) Repurchase ggree~ents (2,810,499 (2,810,999 14.bS$ i5E Treasury Motes 6 Bills (1,489,502 (1,005,009 (1,494,511 13.00$ 100$ GNMq's (134,008 (134,008 0.10$ 100$ U.S. Savings Bonds (12,816 (22,816 0.12$ 100$ federal Agency Discount Notes 6 Bonds f 1,491,381 (1,441,381 1.11$ 100$ total (3,131,113 (3,816,008 fb,9S3,T81 36.14$ Total Portfolio (10,816,902 (8,314,610 (19,191,512 100.008 Maturing Mithin 12 Months (10,219,562 (1,190,481 S18,O10,S49 93.85$ Naturing Rithin 24 Months f0 f0 f0 0.00$ Naturing After 24 Months (651,340 f S23,b83 (1,181,023 6.14$ f10,8i6,402 (8,314,610 514,191,512 100.00E Breakdown of Reserve funds G.O. Bond Reserve S2,831,145 Capital Projects Bond funds (2,216,220 Chuck Anderson Me~orial (10,941 ' Health Insurance Funds (434,115 Sinking fund (2,810,449 f8,314,b10 i/1S/91j1p invs~6 Money Market Accounts as of June 30, 1992 --for the Month of June-- Institution Balances type of Rccounts Nigh low Overage 06j30 j42 COMMERCIflI BONK OCCOUNTS First Bank of Yail -Operating Interest 3.250$ 3.250$ 3.250$ (591,430} - Balance (680,911 S2S,823 S33I,589 First Bank of Yail -Insurance Interest 3.250$ 3.250$ 3.250$ 5434,115 Balance Central Bank of Denver Interest 3.450$ General Operating flccount Balance 539,829 Total Couercial Bank flccounts =383,114 L000I GOVERNMENT INVESTMENT POOIS Colorado Trust (Invest~ent Pool) Interest 3.610$ Balance 5134,T26 CSOFE Interest 4.020$ Balance 56,059,640 Total Local Goverment Invest~ent Pools Accounts 56,194,56b MONEY MORKET OND MUTUflL FUNDS MUTUOI FUND ' Overland Express Fund 4.900$ Interest Balance f1,00i,iSS NONEY NRRKET FUNDS federated Securities Corp. U. S. Treasury Trust Reserve Rccount Interest 3.840$ Balance 1492,]41 Fidelity Invest~ent Goverment Noney Narket Accounts Interest 3.]]0$ Bond Issue Reserve Rccount st Balance 51,333,995 Capital Projects Bond Rccount Balance f2,22d,220 Total Money Narket and Mutual Funds (5,060,111 Total all accounts =11,23],191 ?xRccount Subject to Rrbitrage Rebate ]J15~42j1p invu6 Page 1 r - Goverment Securities ~ as of June 30, 1492 ==Treasury Notes i Biils==? Days to Days Interest Rate Purchase Maturity Maturity to Book Par type fund Coupon Yield Date Date at Purchase Maturity Yalue Yalue lero Debt Service 1.810$ 21-Jun-91 15-Nov-9S 1608 1233 f523,b63 (700,000 Strip Pooled 4.0202 23-Jan-92 IS-Aug-92 10S /6 (448,812 fS10,000 Strip Pooled 3.9692 11-Feb-92 1S-Nor-92 218 136 (500,024 5515,000 Bill Pooled 3.911$ 10-Jan-92 09-Ju1-92 181 4 f490,b06 fS00,000 Bill Debt Service 4.900E 09-Oct-91 24-Sep-91 351 86 (481,326 5500,000 Average Years io Maturity 0.19 (2,494,511 f2,02S,000 Average Yield 4.96Y i~+Repurchase Agreeaentssti Purchase Maturity Book Institution Yield Date Date Yalue Morgan Stanley ~ 1.850$ Ol-Jun-92 Ol-Dec-92 (2,810,999 a Sinking Fund Inrestaent to Retire 0.0. Bonds i=tGNMA'Satt Years to Esti~ated Interest Rate Purchase Maturity Maturity Years to Principal Pool Coupon Yield Date Date at Purchase Maturity Outstanding 5803 8.000E 8.480$ 14-Nov-86 15-Oct-05 14.10 16.00 f3S,921 13003 8.000$ 4.500$ 14-Oct-86 15-Oct-06 10.10 11.00 (45,194 14659 8.000$ 9.200$ 24-Oct-86 1S-Jan-01 21.20 18.00 fS2,293 Rvg Yield 9.110$ (134,008 =i=U.S. Savings Bondsv?= Years to Issue Maturity Maturity Years to Book Maturity Series Yield Date Date at Purchase Maturity Value Value EE 1.110$ Ol-Oct-86 Ol-Oct-96 10.00 1.1b (12,816 (30,000 =?=federal Agency Discount Notes 6 Bondsa=? ' Days to ` Interest Rate Purchase Maturity Maturity Days to Book Maturity . Agency Fund Coupon Yield Date Date at Purchase Maturity Yalue Yalue FHLM Pooled 4.13b$ OS-Mar-42 04-Aug-91 152.00 35.00 (491,381 (500,000 FHIB Dooled 1.0802 1.080$ 15-Jun-91 25-Jun-93 131.00 360.00 fS00,000 (500,000 FNMA Pooled 1.1301 1.130$ 15-Sep-91 24-Sep-98 2556.00 2211.00 fS00,000 (500,000 f1,491,381 f1,S00,000 Average Yield 6.36$ ' Average Days to Maturity 891 Total Sb,9S3,181 1(1S(92j1p inrtr6 Page 2 ~ ~ ~y TOWN OF VAIL ~ 7S South Frontage Road Department of Public Works/Transportation Vail, Colorado 81657 OFFICE OF THE TOWN MANAGER 303-479-2158/FAX 303-479-2166 July 15, 1992 Mr. Warren M. Garbe General Manager Upper Eagle Valley Consolidated Sanitation District 846 Forest Road Vail, Co 81657 RE: Town of Vail Street Repairs Letter Dated June 10, 1992 Dear Warren: The Town of Vail is disappointed to hear that the UEVWS Board has decided not to proceed with this year's sewer repair work because of a misunderstanding of the scope of work. The Town of Vail is not undertaking a 1992 road reconstruction project. The Town has undertaken a preventive maintenance seal project to protect recently reconstructed streets against deterioration. It's part of the Town's street maintenance program to seal the street's surface 3-5 years after the street has been reconstructed. This year's seal project, includes: the 1987 West Vail project, the 1988 Main Vail project and the 1989 Sandstone project. In regards to future seal projects, in 1993, the Town will seal the 1990 Intermountain Project and in 1994, we will seal the 1991 Booth Fall's project. The Town has also undertaken a ten year program to completely rebuild all the streets in Vail. However, the Town Council over the past few years has reduced the aggressiveness of this program, has redirected funds, and has asked us to look at how efficiently those funds allocated are used. The Town is in the midst of completing its pavement management study for all Town roads to assist us in efficiently managing these funds. Based on the results of this study and the Council's ability to fund future reconstruction projects, the Town will identify the streets to be .reconstructed for the next 3-5 years. All utility companies will be informed. Projects are, however, only funded the previous year, and some changes can be expected. ' Letter to Warren M. Garbe July 15 1992 Page 2 When working in streets to be reconstructed, it is best to carry out this work together. Your dollars for repairs will go further if the district is not required to patch streets which in the next year or two will be torn out. Also the citizens on these streets will not have to deal with two major construction disruptions. It is our intention to notify you in advance and to mutually cooperate in the successful plan and execution of these reconstruction projects,. Finally, the Town was surprised to know there are so many repairs needed in the Vail Ridge area. We are also discouraged that we were not part of any process to determine what ramifications, a decision to delay the work 5-7 years down the road will have, and in determining why the magnitude of the repairs were not addressed the first time the streets were reconstructed. I believe it is important we evaluate these two items very soon, prior to undertaking any future reconstruction projects or making a final decision on this year's project. It is our desire to continue to work closely together in accomplishing our goals. Sinc ly, Rondall V. Phillips Town Manger RP/dsr cc: Board of Directors, Vail Valley Consolidated Water District Board of Directors, Upper Eagle Valley Consolidated Sanitation District Vail Town Council ~ ~ 1992 ~ UPPER EAGLE VALLEY CONSOLIDATED • ~ SANITATION DISTRICT NO FOREST ROAD • PAIL. COLORADO 6163T ` (303) s7!•7s00 • iA% (903) 4TAr0lC ' June 10, 1992 Ron Phillips, Town Manager Town of Vail 75 South Frontage Road Vail, Colorado 81657 Re: Town of Vail Street Repairs Dear Ron: This letter is to follow up our discussion last week concerning the coordination of water and sewer system repairs as related to street resurfacing for the Town of Vail. During the past several years, the Vail Valley Consolidated Water District, the Upper Eagle Valley Consolidated Sanitation District, and the Town of Vail have cooperated extensively to repair and upgrade the water and sanitation mains and service lines in a schedule compatible to the road resurfacing improvements by the Town of Vail. These contracts and agreements have evolved during the past several years and the working relationships have been developed and refined to a high level of cooperation between our staffs. I fully support this effort and feel it is an efficient way to use the monies we each have available and to accomplish a quality product for the citizens and customers we serve. In late 1991 we were informed by the Town staff that no road improvements were planned in calendar year 1992 due to funding constraints in Vail's capital projects budget. In response to this information, the Districts did not place a high priority on identification of repair work to the distribution systems within the Town of Vail. Nor did the Districts budget for any of these repair projects. We focused on other priorities within the Districts. Subsequently, in early 1992 we were informed that the budget projections had changed and the Town planned to do an extensive amount of resurfacing in the Vail das Schone, Intermountain and Forest Road areas. The District quickly rearranged its priorities for flushing and televising to identify the current condition of the sanitation collection system in these areas. The results of this inspection indicated a significant amount of spot repair work is required within the system. Our current estimate is approximately $250,000 total and continues to grow as we complete the last" phases of the inspection. This MANAGER FOR TN[ FOLLOWINOI WATER DIBTRIC7~i ARROWHEAD METRO WATER • BEAVER CREEK METRO WATER • BERRY CREEK METRO WATER EAGLE•VAIL METRO WATER • EDWAROS METRO WATER • LAKE CREEK MEADOWS WATER UPPER EAGLE REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY • VAIL VALLEY CONSOLIDATED WATER f Ron Phillips June 10, 1992 Page 2 situation was presented to the Sanitation District Board of Directors and discussed in their May meeting. The staff proposed to accomplish this work through a time and materials contract in order to meet the Town's deadline for repair work prior to the road resurfacing. After extensive discussion by the Board of Directors, they rejected this recommendation and directed the staff to prepare the normal fixed price contract for this large scope. The Board stated that the time and materials type of contract left all the risk of extra cost to the District and no risk to the contractor. Preparation of a fixed price contract requires more extensive engineering and design in order to define the necessary details for a contractor to give a lump sum bid for the work to be accomplished. The Board felt that, because of the lack of timely notification by the Town of its intent, the District should not carry the liability of the potential additional cost. The Board directed that a better planning arrangement and coordination be established between the District and the Town. To fulfill this direction in a coordinated manner, the Town and District must work together in the summer and early fall to identify the areas of work for the next calendar year. Our ability to flush and televise the sanitation system is limited to a period from the late spring into the mid-fall period. The cold weather significantly restricts our ability to perform these functions from early November until April. An efficient schedule would be to know your road priorities by October 1, thus flushing and televising the related lines in the remaining fall period. If minor adjustments to the schedule are made during the winter, we can accomplish the .additional inspection work in the early spring. This schedule allows the definition of scope and the completion of the engineering design during the winter period in preparation for an early spring contract award and accomplishment of the sanitation and water system repair work in the early summer prior to the Towns resurfacing contract. If the Town is uncertain as to the specific areas which you intend to resurface on an annual schedule, we would appreciate a list of areas which indicates some priority of your anticipated requirements. If we were able to perform repairs one or two years ahead of your schedule, versus the same year, that also would be sufficient for both of our needs. I would request your consideration and discussion within the public works staff to identify a list of street surfacing projects that you are intending to accomplish in the next three years, and provide the list to the District. I would hope that the list would r. Ron Phillips June 10., 1992 Page 3 be relatively firm and not subject to significant change. I think our efforts of working together are producing a quality product and we need to continue the proper coordination to make that happen in the future. For this year, we are planning to repair a short, critical section of sanitation main in the Vail das Schone area and the repair/upgrade of the main along Forest Road. The remainder of the repairs which have been identified will be deferred for several years. We will have to flush and re-televise these lines in order to identify the condition of the mains at that later time. In the future, i need to minimize this type of rework and efficiently use the results of our initial televising effort. If you have any further questions on this issue please call me at your convenience. Sincerely, Warren M. G be General Manager WMG:sk cc: Board of Directors Vail Valley Consolidated Water District Board of Directors Upper Eagle Valley Consolidated Sanitation District James P. Collins, Esq. u TOWN OF VAIL ~ 7S South Frontage Road Oj~j'ice of the Town Manager Yai~ Colorado 81657 303-479-2105 /FAX 303-479-2157 July 13, 1992 Mr. Kent R. Rose P.O. Box 2101 Vail, CO 81658 Dear Kent: Thank you for your letter of July 6, 1992, concerning the storm drain on your property. You and I discussed a process by telephone three or four weeks ago for the time period when you were ready to excavate for the connection for your sewer line. I had asked that you call me or Greg Hall, and we would be happy to have someone there during the excavation to determine whether the storm drain would be a i problem. I also stated that if it were a problem, we would make any adjustments necessary to allow your sewer line to be connected. Approximately two weeks ago you called me to tell me that the excavation company had begun digging and had cut the storm drain line. You stated you were sure it was an accident. However, no one that I am aware of with the Town of Vail received a call that the excavation was going to . proceed. Had we been able to place a person on site as I had offered, we might have been able to avoid the Iine being damaged. Last week after receiving your letter, I drove home past the construction site during a hard rain storm late in the afternoon. There was no water coming out of the exposed drain line from the damage caused by your excavator and there was no observable washing away of top soil. The Town of Vail also remains willing to resolve this issue and is willing to pay you the fair market value for the easement involved. As I have told you by telephone conversation, the Town is waiting for an appraisal of the easement, which is being done by Basil Katsaros. As soon as we receive the results of the appraisal, I would be happy to sit down and discuss this with you further, or you are welcome to meet with the Council to discuss it. Again, had you informed us of the excavation, we a'i.~',".4'YP'M1Y'!i'3'K~T +s.r, e. vfN,+fir~ r~ ~ ir:al+:yY.yijS.A~BaM evMV+fi.14@. 413~!^i~TiMf n-^MiWM u y • v_. .r~.wx'..eY.~.. L..v......... _ ~.~...r .oa- 'u~ ._3....~a:1L~.Ctv3._..»...~~.u_.'..Zu:..a. 1fsaY . .r._._~ Mr. Kent R. Rose P.O. Box 2101 Page 2 would immediately have given this sewer connection site our attention. Unfortunately, we were not informed as requested. Since y, Rondall V. Phillips Town Manager RVP/dd xc: Vail Town. Council Larry Grafel _CEiVED .1 U I. 7 1992 X~ ~ KENT R. ROSE P 0 BOX 2101 VAIL CO 81658 July 6, 1992 Mr. Rondall V. Phillips Town Manager Town of Vail 75 S. Frontage Road West Vail, CO 81657 Dear Ron: As you are aware, a section of the Town's storm sewer that was not in an easement was removed to accommodate installation of my sewer service line and final site grading. The two minor thunderstorms we had on June 26th and 27th washed topsoil away from the exposed storm sewer end and deposited it in the driveway along with softening the driveway subgrade. Again, I remain willing at this time to resolve the issue and grant you an easement so that you may repair, keep and maintain the storm sewer for the Town fees associated with my building project. If, however, you do not give this immediate attention and damage continues to occur to my property, I will have no other alternative but to consider action to protect my property. Please respond. Very truly yours, ~'/Y~~J o/~'Cr Kent R. Rose w 476-6340 h 476-3375 copy: Vail Town Council r ~ 1 Iy TOWN OF VAIL ~ 75South Frontage Road Uail, Colorado 81657 303-479 2111/479 2112 FAX 303-479-2157 July 13, 1992 Mr. Jeff Bowen 5047 Main Gore Drive Vail, Colorado 81657 Dear Jeff: Since receiving your letter, I have seen the article written by you published in the Vail Trail along with John Garnsey's response. Today I, too, received a letter fi,,,,. John Garnsey explaining the Foundation's position on the concerns you expressed. I think we all must recognize that the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater is an outdoor facility and will always be an outdoor facility. As the amphitheater is currently the only realistic venue for performances in Vail, I believe it is all the more critical that we support the concept of the Vail Performance and Conference Center. Such a facility could be a very important corollary facility for high caliber perf„~u,ances in Vail. Ron Phillips informed me that he and his family attended the Mahler concert by the Colorado Symphony Orchestra last Sunday evening. A strong wind and rain storm hit from the west during the last ten minutes of that concert. Ron reported dripping from the roof at only one point on the stage and some blowing rain on the west end of the stage; however the enhanced roof facilities worked quite well overall. It seems that the contractor, in working to complete the job, has made vast improvements since the concert you attended. The Foundation reports that the contractor is still fine-tuning the final results of the new construction. Ron mentioned he had visited with the conductor, Gilbert Kaplan, who told Ron that the community should be very proud of this facility. Mr. Kaplan stated that the amphitheater is one of the best facilities of its kind he has ever seen. He was particularly impressed with the acoustics on the stage. He felt the sound blended very well and that it was extremely easy for him and the orchestra to hear their own sound, which is unusual far facilities of this type. Obviously, the amphitheater is not perfect, but for an outdoor facility it seems to work quite Mr. Jeff Bowen July 13, 1992 Page 2 well. I am sure the Vail Valley Foundation is continuing to work to correct any problems that exist with the construction now being completed. They have a strong interest in contin g to make this facility the best possible for our community. i erely, ames 'son Councilmember /dd xc: Vail Town Council ~ ~ j Vail Valley Foundation n' j 1 ~E~ f 1~ O (AT EYL 5047 Main Gore Drive 2 5 June 19 9 2 Vail, Colorado 81657 Mr. Jim Gibson, Member of Council Town of Vail 75 South Frontage Road Vail, Colorado 81657 Dear Jim: This letter relates to our conversation regarding the Ford Amphitheater and your request for a follow-up letter. I am copying John Garnsey, as his role is significant in solving the problems with the amphitheater. I attended the Hot Winter Nights concert last Tuesday which offered the Queen City Jazz Band, a group that I have enjoyed for nearly thirty years. Shortly after the group began playing, we had a small thunderstorm, which offered more noise than rain, however the entire amphitheater started leaking with such substance the band had to quit. I was horrified that the improvements which were heralded as solving the earlier problems clearly didn't work. Nearly all of us in the theater, including the band, got notably wet. It was as though we did not have a roof over us. And it angered many in the audience, some of whom were from out of town, including Denver, and who made us a laughing stock or how to design. an amphitheater which looked "pretty" but was a mechanical disaster. I had to agree with them, as I have before. Ford is one of the most poorly designed amphitheaters I have ever been in, and I have been nearly around the world listening to classical music in amphitheaters. We are a joke, and from the comments of the audience, they know it: we don't cut it, nor have we from the beginning of the Ford Amphitheater. I believe it is time for the Town of Vail to take command of this embarrassment and correct it, probably by tearing the Ford Amphitheater down and re-building a structure which considers our weather, and for a change is accoustically accurate: The Ford Amphitheater has the worst accoustics o± any amphitheater I have been in. When a traditional jazz group (or a symphony orchestra, for that matter) requires a sound system, tine inadequacy of the design becomes excruciatingly evident. One goes to concerts to hear the real thing, not a duplication of what one gets on a stereo system. In Vail, "excellence" is something we have tried hard to achieve. In most cases we have been successful. With the Ford Amphitheater, we have been a miserable failure. Let us admit it and start over, beginning with an architect who can correctly design an amphitheater. Then let us build a great amphitheater to allow our guests and us enjoy the great music which amphitheaters are created C 2 ' to provide. I believe a task force of citizens should be empowered to solve, once and for all--even if it means starting again--the embarrassment which the Ford Amphitheater has created for Vail. Sincerely, Jeff Bowen ~ 2 ~ f l F RE~~i4~ie~ J~~ i D 1992 FroLtidixg leadership ~ ' in athletic, educational July 8 199 2 and cultural endeavors r to enhance and sustain the quality ojlije ix the Yai[ Palley " Mr. Jim Gibson . ~ Town of.Vail • 75 S. Frontage Road Boas ar D;reccors Va i 1, CO 816 5 7 President GeraldRFord Dear Jim, Robert E. Barrett Carolyn S. Blount JamesBerryCraddock I am writing in response to the letter you recently . Jack Crosby received from Jeff Bowen re ard'i11 Jeff's concerns H. Benjamin Duke, Jr. i g g Harry H. Frampton,Il1 with the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater. ' ' John Gzmsey - George N. Gillett, Jr. Pepi Gramshammer I find the letter to be irresponsible and very J~ur~es R Greenbaum inaccurate . Steve N. Haber 3lartha Head . ~tii;iamJ.Hybl Jlm, as you know, right or -wrong, the Amphitheater was EfaineW.Kehon. COristrUCted as an open-air facility, and unfortunately ~ • Henry R lira~~s Frank J.I.ynch does not offer protect}on from the elements, especially F~tzh°ghscott that of the audience. However, we are' not alone with Michael S. Shannon RvdneyE.Slifer this problem, and are much better off than some of the RichardLSw~g so-called world class facilities who offer no audience nscar L Tang rotect ion ' p (i.e. Fiddler's Green, Santa Fe). lohnGarnsey AS to Jeff's com laints re ardin the new President P g g weatherization -Jeff has not had the courtesy to call or stop in; myself or any of the staff at the Vail Valley Foundation would have been more than happy to explain that the new system was only 2/3 complete, and , r9s9w°rrdAlpixe that several flaws within this unique system were berg Ski Championships worked out . ' AE/ LYorld Forum - American Ski(.7assic The Foundation has always taken the position that the . ~ facility will never be 100 weather-proof in order to s°~xaiBallet maintain its o en-air intent but if Jeff had onl Academy at Yai1 ~ p . Y asked_ for a presentation of Phase II, it could have ceraldtzFard been explained -how the wind-driven rain will be Amphitheater - addressed. I'd like now to address the acoustics problem, After receiving this letter,.I dug through our files and had several conversations with John Giovando and Ida Kavafian of Bravo! Colorado, as well as doing research - into other world-class facilities. I was delighted t~o ` ~ find that,many_"professional musicians" agreed that the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater's acoustical shell was P.o.sox3os - valuable and have generally been highly satisfied with Vai1"~°~°'~°~~ the theater's acoustics. sos-47~ssoo Fax 303-4767320 Telex 910-290-198.9 ' A Colorodo 50l (d (3l Nonprofrt Corporotiox , . ' Page Two Mr. Jim Gibson July 8, 1992 In regard to the amplification of the lawn seating ,area - the Rochester Philharmonic, as well as many other highly regarded philharmonics, request and prefer to amplify the lawn or lawn-seated area at all their performances, regardless of the location. The following is a list of outdoor facilities that, use professional concert amplification for "lawn or lawn- seated areas": Grant Park, Chicago Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles Blossom Music Festival, Cleveland Tanglewood, Boston . Ravinia, Chicago _ Spoleto, Charleston ' Fingerlakes, Rochester Aspen-Orchestra, Aspen ~ ~ Wolf Trap, Virginia National Symphony Mall Concerts, Washington, D.C. As you can see from this list, if we are an embarrassment because of our amplification, we are not in bad company. Jim, if you or any other members of the Town Council have any concerns or questions regarding Jeff's letter, please don't hesitate to call so that myself or our friends at Bravo! Colorado can address them in a courteous and professional manner. Looking forward to seeing you at many delightful performances this summer at the Amphitheater,- Sincerely, Joh Garnsey, sident JG/ksc cc: Ron Phillips Jeff Bowen u ~t TOWN OF VAIL 75 South Frontage Road Department of Administrative Services Yail, Colorado 81657 303-479-2116 FAX 303-479-2157 July 15, 1992 Mr. Randy Garman 2111 North Frontage Road Vail, CO 81657 Dear Randy: It was with great dismay I read a copy of the letter you sent to Ron Phillips dated July 1,1992. Given the large number of misconceptions you have regarding our process of refunding the Towri s 1979 housing bonds, I can understand why you felt the Town was slighted in the deal. In order to set the record straight, I have compiled the following history of the transaction. The facts contained herein can be verified from the tape recordings of various Town Council meetings. In the fall of 1991, the Town of Vail sent out requests for proposals for underwriting services for the refunding. The firm of Kirkpatrick, Pettis, Smith, Polian was chosen by the Town Council due to their creative structure which was projected to yield $1.2 million or more. Eventually, this structure proved untenable and the refunding was again put out to bid. Four proposals were received during the second bid process in January of 1992. Three of these proposals, those from Kirkpatrick Pettis, George K. Baum, and Coughlin, were found to be substantially the same. All three proposals projected approximately $900,000 of revenue to the Town. Staff outlined the three proposals to the Town Council and asked for input on which firm the Council wished to hire. After Council indicated no preference and requested a staff recommendation, the firm of George K. Baum was suggested and accepted. The Council indicated that they wanted the underwriting fee to be the same as originally negotiated with Kirkpatrick Pettis. In subsequent meetings with Steve Jeffers of George K. Baum, Town Council negotiated a fixed fee of $102,000 for underwriting services. It was also agreed that no marketing profit would be kept by George K. Baum with any such profit returned to the Town. ' RANDY GARMAN JULY 15, 1992 PAGE 2 As work on the refunding progressed, the new underwriting firm experienced some of the same difficulties encountered by Kirkpatrick Pettis. The rating agencies were reluctant to give an "A" rating to the refunding of debt for a housing project which was located in one small area of town, was exposed to the ups and downs of a Colorado resort community, and had less than fifty percent owner occupation. At a meeting in May, while I was on vacation, the Town Council received input from Steve Jeffers that the dollar benefit to the Town might be less than the original estimate due to the additional call provision, an incorrect cash balance figure provided by the bank, additional provisions being imposed by the rating agency, and deterioration of the bond markets. Despite the lower estimate, Council directed staff and Steve Jeffers to continue with structuring the deal. The next decision point in the process was scheduled for the work session between first and second readings of the bond ordinance. At this meeting, the pricing of the bonds and comparable issues were discussed. Due to improvements in the bond market, the estimated dollar return to the Town. had increased slightly to $775,000. The Council was advised that this meeting was the final decision point in the process. The $775,000 estimate was stated to be the minimum amount the Town should receive. The alternative was a third bidding process with a closing in 1993, and, of course, an unknown outcome. The Council voted unanimously to move forward with the deal as structured and second reading of the bond ordinance. As structured, this deal should now produce $841,000 for the Town. As to the allegations in your letter, I can only offer these specific rebuttals. • You question why, upon receiving the indication that the estimated savings number from the January bid was in the mid seven hundred thousand dollar range, "a red flag did not go up." You acknowledge that two of the reasons the savings decreased were the call premium and the reserve balances -matters entirely out of the control of either the Town or the underwriter. In fact, these two items alone accounted for over $150,000 in reduced savings, which immediately reduces a high eight hundred thousand dollar estimate into the mid seven hundred thousand dollar range. You also suggest that the underwriter "failed to address the fact that the market had also moved in the Towns (sic) favor." In point of fact, bond rates, as measured by the Bond Buyer Index (copy attached), went ~ considerably between January, when the refunding bids were submitted, and May, when the potential for reduced savings was reported to the Town Council. As you can see, your assertion that the underwriter failed to notify us of a decrease in bond rates is incorrect. It also follows that all of your subsequent verbiage regarding a lack of "prudence" and "diligence" on my part and the need for a third bid process was based upon incorrect assumptions, and, therefore, completely invalid. ~ RANDY GARMAN JULY 15, 1992 PAGE 3 • You claim that "the Baum representative did not present comparable deal rates to the Council." In fact, at the June 23 work session, the Council was presented with three comparable housing deals which were used to set the rate for the Vail offering. Again, your ensuing discussion regarding our interest rates being too high and not based upon market comparables is off target. • Your letter takes issue with the savings growing by $70,000 from the June 23 work session estimate to the June 30 final reading of the ordinance. Since I assume you do not object to our receiving more savings in this deal, your objection must be based upon how the savings were achieved. Your letter insinuates that the comparables presented were unfair, that the ensuing rate for Vail's offering was too high, and that the $70,000 additional savings arose when the underwriter decreased rates on the day of offering. The reality of this situation was as follows: The underwriter indicated at the June 23 work session that the bonds would be marketed at rates of approximately 7% on the long terms (2010) and 5% on the short terms (1995). The dollar price was to be 107 on the long terms and par (100) on the short terms. During the following week, market rates dropped slightly. The bonds were actually marketed at 4.75% on the short terms (at a dollar price of 100) and the dollar price on the long terms was increased to 107.25 (versus 107) to yield approximately 6.98%. These slight changes in rates produced about $17,000 in additional savings. The remainder of the savings, as indicated by Steve Jeffers at the June 30 Council meeting, resulted from finalizing float and reinvestment rates at different rates than those assumed at the June 23 meeting. • Regarding the underwriters discount, you wrote that you are disturbed by the fact that the discount was not reduced when the par amount of the refunding bonds was finalized at a slightly lower level. You are clearly unaware that the Council negotiated a fixed fee with George K. Baum. A reduction in the underwriters discount would have been a clear violation of our contract. Your assertion that "the Council failed to be adequately advised" on this matter is once again a statement based upon a complete fallacy. Also, please be advised that the Town of Vail has and will continue to negotiate price reductions with the leading contenders identified in public bid processes. Anything less would be a disservice to the taxpayers of Vail. r RANDY GARMAN jtJLY 15, 1992 PAGE 4 Randy, while your letter states that you are not out to get me personally, it can hardly be interpreted in any other fashion. Your knowledge of this deal is obviously limited to the information you received from one meeting on this issue, and discussions you may have had with a friend who also submitted a proposal. Despite this limited and clearly biased knowledge base, you have chosen to write a scathing attack upon my performance. I would hope that now you have a better understanding of the facts in this case and you will choose to write an apology to me and the others involved. In closing, all of your allegations and misunderstandings would have been most properly aired in a public meeting. The Town of Vail has nothing to hide and prefers to conduct these discussions in the "light of day," where they can be directly and quickly addressed. Sincerely, Stephen H. Barwick Director of Administrative Services/Finance SHB/ds cc: Vail Town Council Ron Phillips t -i f Bond Bu er 20-Bond Index Y Weekly Tracking YIELD 7.80% 7.60% 7.40% 7.20% . 7.00% 6.80% 6.60% 6.40% 6.20% iiiiii~iiiiii~iriii~ui~~iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiEii~i~~i~iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii~~iiii~iii~ii~iii~~~i~ii~~~iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii~iiiiiiiiiii J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J peso uses 3 F~ANDAL CARMAN 2]11 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD VAIL, CiOLORADO 81G57 July 1, 1992 Mr. Ron Phillips Town of Vail 75 South Frontage Road Vail, Colorado 81657 Dear Ron, I appreciate your encouraging me to attend the meeting the other night. While I recognize that it was a stressful situation it is my opinion that when they had most of the facts the council made a good decision. The purpose of this letter Ron is to say some of the things I did not want to say in front of the press Tuesday night, but strongly feel need to be said. I understand you and I do not agree on this issue, and I truly hope our friendship will not be affected. First, regarding the Pitkin Creek offering, I believe x Steve Barwick did the council a disservice in his handling of this matter and you a disservice as well. When the proposals were presented in December 1991, I was told that the choice of underwriter, as two proposals were very close, was essentially a " beauty contest That the staff felt more comfortable with Baum. This happens and everyone understands. However, what is less easy to understand is why when Steve was told that the number was not going to be in the high eight hundred thousand dollar range but rather the mid seven hundred thousand dollar range a red flag did not go up. Certainly, there were two reasons involved as regards the reserve balance and the call premium, however the underwriter failed to address the fact that the market had also moved in the Towns favor. It would seem to me that a prudent thing for Steve to have done, if not an outright re-bid, would have been to pick up a .phone and ask the other underwriters what their new number would be. Instead, it appears he accepted the representations of one individual who had a huge vested interest, and sought no other opinions. It is my fervent belief that you saw Tuesday night the result of this lack of diligence. The proposal of a few days prior was suddenly increased seventy thousand dollars by Baum. In his own statement to the council the Baum representative indicated that this was not due to the bond market changing in the last few days. That indicates that apparently the interest rate schedule presented to the council a few days prior, as market, was too high. What the council 1 i still does not know is whether the rate they did receive of 7.2 ~ was a fair market rate. Steve would have been able to advise them of that if he had presented some comparable 10 year, (A) rated deals at the meeting. Granted, there would have been some adjustments that would need to be made because of the type of deal, but that would not have been difficult. I found it quite interesting that the Baum representative did not present comparable deal rates to the council. My experience is that these guys are always trying to justify their rate schedules and comparable rates are an integral part of the presentations I have seen. The other issue that disturbs me is why the council was not advised by their financial advisor to reduce the underwriters discount in proportion to the reduction of the size of the issue. As you recall Geo. K. Baum was asked to meet a competitors bid of a discount of 1.25 In the first place, I strongly believe that another companies proprietary bid should never be shopped. I was assured that it would not be but it was. But since it was, I was amazed the council did not receive advice to restructure the $ 102,000.00 fee to the correct approximately $ 93,750.00. This is the discount rate the other firm offered the town, that Baum was supposed to match, that was then accepted at 1.36 While I am not out to get Steve Barwick personally, I do believe that for whatever reason, the council failed to be adequately advised. - The Pitkin Creek deal is history, but the new deal is not. F My hope is that the council will really examine the relevant issues concerning the upcoming 15 million dollar bond issue. At the core of the, relevant issues, in my opinion, is the quality of advice the council receives and must rely on from it's financial staff. I believe there is room for great improvement in this area. Also I trust that this selection process will be open and fair to all the interested underwriters. That you do not allow any individual firm the opportunity to match a previous superior bid, as was the case in the Pitkin Creek bidding process. Thanks for hearing me out Ron, feel free to call and express your thoughts or tell me I am crazy if you wish. Sinc ely, and arman cc: Town of Vail Council Members 2 RECEIVED J U L 1 6 1gg~ ~;y TOWN OF VAIL ~ 75 South Frontage Road Department of Public Works/Transportation Vail, Colorado 81657 303-479-2158/FAX 303-479-2166 ~ ~ tr~- MEMORANDUM ~~~.-e ~a~~, T0: Ron Phillips Larry Grafel ~ ~ U / FROM: Todd Oppenheime~~,. ~,~.t,2 ~ Gin DATE: July 16, 1992 i~{v, A RE: Sick Trees Along Gore Creek ~ QXro~" As you are very much aware the issue of dead and dying trees along Gore Creek by the Chapel has been around for a couple of years. John Laut, formally the High Country District Ranger for the Colorado State Forest Service and presently a private consultant, has inspected the trees at least twice. John has not been able to make an identification of any particular pest or disease. This may be for a couple of reasons 1) Our timing may be such that we have not observed an emergent cycle (insects or fruiting bodies visible on leaves and bark) of the pest. 2) No pest is present, meaning something environmental may be occurring. This could be one of several or a combination of things. 1) Construction activities in the area, even from several years ago, may have weaken the trees resulting in a gradual decline. 2) Degradation of the stream bed may have dropped the water table enough to starve the trees. 3) Some substance may have been dumped or spilled in the area. All of this is speculation at this point. John Laut, was here again last week working on a tree disease/damage inventory. When I asked him to look at the area again he agreed to do so. He also said he was to attend a plant pathology seminar in Durango in the near future and would bring a Pathologist back with him if he couldn't make a diagnosis of the problem. I will keep up on the situation and let you know when I receive a report from John. This situation brings to light a deficiency we have in our management activities. Without a qualified forestry expert on staff we cannot really manage the Town's "Urban Forest" effectively. My work load and area of expertise does not allow me to spend much time on tree/forest management. I will bring a proposal forth during this budget session to hire a part-time forestry expert as a consultant to being some forestry management activities. This person would be an independent third party to analyze and make recommendations concerning the Town's trees and forest. This person would also hire and manage contractors to perform pest control, pruning and removal when necessary and could also perform some maintenance activities as well. An operating budget would be needed for this work. I will have more specifics regarding scope of work and costs when we begin our budget decisions. Hopefully, you and the council will look favorably upon the proposal. Please let me know if I can provide any additional information at this time. Otherwise, I'll keep you informed as things progress. Todd Oppenheimer TO/cp ~yy ~7 TOWN OF VAIL ~ 75 South Frontage Road Caffiee of the Mayor Vail Colorado 81657 303-479 2100 FAX 303-479-2157 July 16, 1992 Mr. George VanDenBerg, Chairman Colorado Wildlife Commission P.O. Box 157 Durango, CO 81302 Dear Mr. VanDenBerg: Those of us in Eagle County who have been working with the Commission and the Division of Wildlife for the past year and a half on trapping regulations are still concerned as we approach the meeting of the Commission next Thursday when final trapping regulations are .scheduled for adoption. We are concerned that the proposal recommended by Division of Wildlife staff is not in line with what had been agreed upon through numerous meetings with Division of Wildlife representatives and our community representatives. We are also concerned that it does not agree with the recommendations which came from Division staff at the regional level. We appreciate the Commission adopting the emergency regulations and the permanent regulations for the Vail area. Even though the specifics of those regulations were a compromise from what we felt were necessary, we ended up agreeing to the recommendations of the regional Division of Wildlife officers in order to get something in place. We understand the Division and the Commission's desire to adopt something on a statewide basis, but we feel that the recommended statewide regulation does not meet needs in the Vail area. We have repeatedly argued that the tremendous usage of trails by our guests, as well as residents, requires adequate r~..6ection through regulation of trapping. That same type of regulation may not be warranted in Parachute, Rifle, or Gunnison, but it is warranted here. As we have told you before, we have had actual instances where domestic pets have been caught in traps along trails around Vail. We are unfamiliar with similar experiences on a statewide basis, but we have certainly had them here. The traps in which these animals were caught ranged from 10 to 25 feet off the trail and, in some instances, occurred more than 500 yards from the trailhead. One of the most serious incidents took place on Spraddle Mr. George VanDenBerg, Chairman Colorado Wildlife Commission July 16, 1992 Page 2 Creek Road where all but 3 of 33 traps were placed within sight of the road. The proposed State regulation would not cover roadways. This data should substantiate our request for special consideration in this matter. We want to avoid a future incident. Given your stated goal of avoiding conflict between trappers and non-trappers, we feel the continuation of the "Vail regulation" is imperative for Vail. We have documentation of the fact that the Division of Wildlife regional staff recommended exactly what is now in place in the Vail area regulations. Those recommendations have been watered down as they have filtered up through the administrative process within the Division. We believe the regional staff recommendations are still valid and we respectfully request and encourage the Commission, in order to be fair and equitable in this matter, to leave the Vail area regulations in place while adopting whatever you think is appropriate on a statewide basis. The Vail area regulations barely meet our needs as they exist and we are unwilling to accept the watered down statewide proposal for control within our area. Please give us this consideration. We have tried very hard to work within the system through numerous meetings with Division staff and attending the Commission meetings over the past 21 months. We have presented you with the specific needs of our community as they relate to density, p~ ~lumity, and our tourism based economy. They most assuredly differ from other areas in the State. We trust that we have been able to convince you of these differences and that you will see your way clear to leave our regulations in place rather than rescind them as you adopt a statewide regulation. Thank you once again for your consideration of our request. We appreciate the time and effort you have given this important issue and we trust that you will not ask us to be compromised in our position further by imposing the less stringent regulation in the Vail area. Sincerely, o ~ ~ Margaret A. Osterfoss Mayor ~~cn~' \ Blo die Vucic E gle Valley um ety is d Gustaf n, C Eagle County oard Co i Toners xc: Mr. Perry Olson Division of Wildlife cc : Ce~,c~;a. R~cE~v~D ~ ~ ~ ~ 5 19~a a SAFEGUARD OUR SELECTION s 5440 Ward Road Suite 110 Arvada, Colorado 80002 July 12, 1992 Dear Mayor ~es~, (~'~'~''$G-4-~ The threat that our country's next president will be elected not by the voters of this nation, but by unelected members of the Electoral College or the U.S. House of Representatives, is a very real one. As a leader in Colorado, you are no doubt aware of the serious danger such a scenario would signify to your constituents and our country. It is of this concern - a concern which transcends political parties - which I write to you today. I am seeking your help in saving the American public's right of selection in this fall's election. 69ithout a constitutional amendment (impossible by November) , the only way to safeguard against this scenario is to secure a public commitment from the three presidential hopefuls and their vice presidential counterparts to withdraw from the race if they do not win the nation's popular vote. Such a commitment will keep the candidates and the electors honest, but more importantly, insure one of our nation's most basic rights - the right to choose its own leadership . I ask you to voice your opinion to the three candidates on behalf of your Vail community. Enclosed is a sample of a draft prepared to do just that. Please call me to receive your formal position, contact the candidates directly, or return the signed letter enclosed back to me and I will forward it, along with the other leaders' letters, to the candidates. In your deliberations, consider the following: Telephone (303) 420-5352 • FAX (303) 420-5232 ° r Page 2 - The American public is overwhelmingly in favor of using the popular vote to select a president. According to a November 1988 ABC/Washington Post poll, the most recent national survey on the subject according to the Roper Center for Public Opinion Research, 77 percent of U.S. adults favor a system whereby the president is selected from the popular vote vs. the electoral college vote. - The news media has consistently supported the popular vote over the years. ' -Allowing for the possibility of the electoral college choosing a president not elected by the popular vote, or for the possibility that the election 3 goes to the U.S. House of Representatives in November, takes the decision away from the American public and puts it in the back rooms of party politics and unelected officials . Finally, in 1823 Thomas Jefferson, one of the delegates of the Constitutional Convention, described the electoral system as "the most dangerous blot on our Constitution, and one which some unlucky chance will some day hit." James A. Michener, whose Presidential Lottery condemms the archaic electoral college, states, "Today the danger is more grave than when Jefferson put his finger on it." Let us move forward with action to insure that our voices will be heard in November. Sincerely, Ed Tomlinson, Committee Chairperson r On behalf of the citizens of the Vail community, I ask the three presidential hopefuls and their vice-presidential counterparts to commit publicly, prior to the November 3 election, to withdraw from the race if they do not win the popular vote, thereby preventing the possibility of this country's next president being chosen by means other than the popular vote. Signature Name (print/type) Title HOME ADDRESSES OF WILDLIFE COMMISSIONERS (as of '7/92) Eldon W. Cooper, Chairman 303-646-3662 P.O. Box 519 Elizabeth, CO 80107 Felix Chavez 719-$68-2215 P.O. Box 114 Weston, CO 81091 _ _ Thomas M. Eve 719-569-2218 (wk) 9355 County Road #178 719-539-6418 (hm) Salida, CO 81201 Rebecca Frank 303-243-1603 2004 Wood Gourt Grand Junction, CO 81503 William R. Hegberg 303-925-4696 P.O. Box 5111 Snowmass Village, CO 81615 Arnold Salazar 303-589-5747 219 Bell Avenue Alamosa, CO 81101 Louis F. Swift 303-226-2136 6101 South County Road #7 Ft. Collins, CO 80525 George VanDenBerg 303-247-2546 P.O. Box 157 Durango, CO 81302 WILDLir~x: COMMISSIONERS' DENVER ADDRESS Wildlife Commission Public Services Division of Wildlife 6060 Broadway Denver, CO 80216 DIRECTOR OF DIVISION OF WILDLir'~ Perry Olson 303-297-1192 6060 Broadway 303-294-0874 (fx) Denver, CO 80216 C:\WII,DLIFESST ~yy ~l TOWN OF VAIL 75 South Frontage Road Office of the Mayor d ~ Vail Colorado 81657 303-479-2100 FAX 303-479-2157 July 15, 1992 Mr. Frank Johnson, President Vail Resort Association 100 E. Meadow Drive Vail, CO 81657 Dear Frank: Jim Gibson has shared with me that the Marketing Board and the Vail Resort Association plan to come to the Council at separate times concerning the future of each organization. He has also shared with me that the future of the organizations may be related. I would encourage you to bring both issues to the Council simultaneously to save your members' time and ours. Please schedule this with Ron Phillips for a Work Session. Sincerely, l / f V - I Margaret A. Osterfoss Mayor xc: Jim Gibson Jul ~rr~ ~7 TOWN OF MAIL 75 South Frontage Road Office of the Mayor J Yai~ Colorado 81657 303-472100 FAX 303-479-2157 July 15, 1992 Mr. Sonny LaSalle, Forest Supervisor White River National Forest P.O. Box 948 Glenwood Springs, CO 81602 Dear Sonny: Thank you for taking the time to meet with a few of us representing the Town of Vail on your recent visit to the Holy Cross Ranger District. We enjoyed conversing with you and extend a special thanks to Bill Wood for organizing the meeting. As we discussed, there are a number of ongoing issues with the Forest Service that we look forward to resolving amicably. In particular, we hope to hear from you further regarding the possibility of the Town's acquiring of a scenic easement surrounding its boundaries and the joint use of seasonal housing. Additionally, we look f~~ Ward to working with you on the timber harvest model you spoke about. On behalf of the Town Council and Vail community, congratulations on your new position here in Colorado. If we can be of any assistance with your efforts, please do not hesitate to let us know. Sincerely, a . c Margaret A. Osterfoss Mayor xc: Bill Wood J? CC: Cth~ ?~i Stephen P. Ward E Jan Harris William S. Junor Tom Foster Mayor Mayor Pro Tem Councilman Councilman Gary L. Sears Thomas L Felker Irma Reiss Jim Pennington City Manager Councilman Councilwoman Councilman ~ECEt~/~~ J 1 ~ X992 City of Glendale July 15, 1992 Mr. Rod Elfish a Mountain Bureau Reporter KCNC TV CRANNEL 4 ' 1044 Lincoln Street Denver, CO 80204 Dear Mr. Elisha: Re: Broadcast on Juiy 12, 1992 Several Glendale City Council members had the opportunity to view your broadcast on Sunday evening, July 12, 1992. On this broadcast you mentioned that many cities had taken a stand in appositicn to Governor Rotner's Sales Tax Initiative, including Vail, Dillon and Sheridan. You also indicated that Glendale had taken such a position. This statement is incorrect. The City Council of Glendale has not taken such a position, and several Council members appear in favor of such an initiative. believe that your news source was Ron Phillips, Town Manager of Vail, who informed you that several front- range cities were looking at taking a stand on the Sales Tax Initiative, includirg Glendale. The statement that cae had taken a position and were in opposition to the initiative was misleading and incorrect. I cannot indicate to you at this time whether or not the Glendale City Council will take a formal position on this issue. I appreciate your assistance in correcting this state- ment. If you should have any questions, please contact me at 759-1513. S.ncerely yours, 1 Gary Sears City anager pc: Mayor and City Council Ran Phillips, Vail Jim McDermott, KCNC Station Manager City Hall 950 South Birch -Glendale, Colorado 80222-2599 - Phone (3031759-1513 Fax (303} 759-0561 it TOWN OF VAIL ~ 75 South Frontage Road Office of the Town Manager Yai~ Colorado 81657 303-479-2105 /FAX 303-479-2157 July 21, 1992 Mr. John L. Pazour, City Manager City of Aurora 1470 South Havana Street Aurora, Colorado 80012 Dear John: Thank you for your letter and for having Bob Blodgett arrange the meeting for next week. As we understand it, Mayor Paul Tauer, Council Member Polly Page, Bob Blodgett, and Tom Griswold will be meeting with us in the Municipal Building in Vail next Tuesday, July 28, at 10:00 A.M. The people attending the meeting from Vail will be Mayor Peggy Osterfoss, Council Member Tom Steinberg, and myself. We look forward to that discussion, and appreciate the effort your representatives are making in coming to Vail to meet with us. We are pleased to see Aurora's interest in discussing areas of concern surrounding the Homestake II project. I approached your predecessor and the Colorado Springs City Manager three years ago to introduce the idea of having discussions around the concept of finding collaborative ways of addressing the issues. That initiative was not embraced by either entity at that time, so it is good to see the City of Aurora beginning to explore more cooperative possibilities now. We certainly are open to listening to what you have to say. Thanks again for your quick response to our telephone calls. Sincer y, ndall V. Phillips Town Manager RVP/dd xc: Vail Town Council r/~ Bob Blodgett . FROM: MANAGER COUNCIL OFFICE T0: 3034?92157 JL~~21 AM tt408 P.02 r~d ~~ors~ PAUL E. TAUER Mapor 1470 South Havana Street Aurora COtprado 80012 ' 903-595-7015 July 17, 1992 Ma. Peggy osterfoas Mayor Town of Vail ?5 B. Srontage Road Vail, Colorado 8165? i ' Dear Mayor Osterfose: ~ff I am writing to confirm the West Slope watar.righta meeting with you and Council Member steinbwrg at 10:00 a.m., July 28, at Vail City fial~. Council Member Polly Page, Chair of our utilities Policy Courntittee, Utilities Director Tom Griswold, Deputy City Hanagar Sob gladgett attd I plan to attend. s Please don't hesitate tta contact Tom Griswold at 695-7378 or Bob Blodgett at 895-7010 if you have any questions ox aonaaxns. 5inaerely yours, ' ~~a.a+ ' Paul B. TeuerGG } i~latyor I i s t X~ . ~ ~ ~~r RECEIV~~ ~1 U L 3 7 1992 ~°~°~aa JOHN L PAZOUR City Manager July 13, 1992 1470 South Havana Street Aurora, Colorado 80012 303-695-7019 Mr. Ron Phillips Town Manager Town of Vail 75 S. Frontage Road Vail, Colorado 81657 Subject: Telephone Calls from Larry Brown Dear Ron: This letter is to follow-up on Bob's and my telephone conversation of Friday, July 10. I apologize for not alerting you to this issue first. You are scheduled to be briefed and interviewed by Larry Brown, but we simply didn't make it clear that the meeting with you should occur prior to any meetings with your council members. Larry Brown has been retained by Aurora to provide professional service3 related to the City's West Slope water interests. Currently Mr. Brown is doing research on local area interests by conducting interviews with a cross section of West Slope leaders. The overall objective of this effort is to search for some areas of common interest that will make future water related matters less confrontational than in the past. As you are probably aware, the Homestake Project has now been in existence in Eagle County for 25 years. After a period of preoccupation with construction and heavy demands in terms of high growth rates, the City has developed an interest in exploring cooperative efforts with. the towns and counties in and around our water supply. "Cooperative efforts" could mean working toward joint projects of mutual advantage or it could mean reducing legal fees in the event of disagreements. Hopefully, it will as least lead to being better neighbors in an atmosphere of open communications. If you and your City Council members can spare the time, it would be very much appreciated if you would take a few minutes to meet with Larry Brown. We feel that individual meetings with decision makers are our best opportunity to gain insight and learn of your ideas. Please don't hesitate to contact Bob Blodgett, Deputy City Manager, Tom Griswold, Director of Utilities, or me if you would like further information. We would be happy to arrange a meeting with you, if you would so desire. Since ly, hn L. Pazour ity Manager cc: Bob Blodgett Tom Griswold l.D s Cor~e,~ A~~~-~' C R S `:THURSDAY,. JULY 16, 1992 , Irk' 1 • e a~ n a w 0 oa o r ro ec wa e Homestake still faces delay By Bany Noreen need is somewhat more imme- Gazette Telegraph diate, but the Denver suburb The Homestake II water also is a partner in"projects project planned by Colorado planned by Denver, so it re- Springs and Aurora cleared a mains unclear how soon . major hurdle Tuesday, when a Homestake construction judge ordered the Eagle .,would begin. County commissioners to issue "Aurora can ,move ahead on permits for the project. it by themselves if they need The district court ruling the water, and we could cut a held that the commissioners, deal to buy back in at a later wrongly rejected the cities' date,'-' Miskel said. applications for the project A construction permit is- near Vail, basing the denial. sued by the Army Carps of "on factors over which the Engineers is good until 1999 county had no jurisdiction." and could be renewed, al- ' ~ Harold Miskel, a spokesman 'though the cities' initial pop- ' for the Colorado Springs ulation estimates and water Water Department, said the demand projections, made in ruling "gave us virtually 1981,. are far off the mark everything We asked for." now and would have to be re- Eagte County Attorney worked before an extension of Kevin Lindahl said the county the permit would be granted. probably will appeal, which The district court ruling likely would delay final reso- this weekwas the,latest in a ' ' lution of the ticase for two to "long series of legal victories ' four years. for the cities involved in Homestake II would take Homestake. The Holy Cross enough water every year to ~ Wilderness Defense Fund lost sustain about 90,000 people, a case filed in a Glenwood at a construction. cost of $130 Springs water court aimed at ' million. The water would come stopping the project in 1988. from four streams in the Holy ,The cities, in conjunction "'Cross Wilderness Area south with the Forest Service and of Vail, and reach the two cit- the Corps, also defeated the ' ies through a complex system Defense Fund in a federal ' ' ""of reservoirs and pipelines. court case which challenged Environmentalists have op- issuance of the permits. Ear- " ~ ~ posed Homestake for years, Tier this year, the 10th Circuit claiming that taking the water Court of A pheld the ' would destroy alpine wetlands ppeals u in the wilderness. However, - . • federal court ruling which va-. . federal permits for the project .lidated the permits. ' would force the cities to halt One issue left to be resolved water diversions if the wet- in the Eagle County "case is the ;,,,,lands are shown to be cities' contention that the , ~~=deteriorating. county"grossly overbilled Colorado Springs and Au- them for costs in connection rora are equal partners in with hearings on the project in'. Homestake, but even when" ` ~ 1987. The bill totaled more legal barriers are removed, than $200,000 - a sum the Colorado Springs will not rush. cities paid under protest: Mis- `"to build the project because kel said the cities still hope to the city does not need the persuade the court to reduce . water any time soon. Aurora's the amount. RECEIVED ~ ~ L 9 3 9992 She ten ~ J--~ p vr.,, Mr. Ron Phillips Town of Vail 75 S. Frontage Rd. Vail, Co. 8165.7 Dear Ron: Your cooperation regarding Sammy's injury is very much appreciated. If the work crew had been as perceptive as your follow-up, the problem never would have arisen. While this letter does not portend to excuse the situation it is intended to express my thanks and appreciation to you and Bob Mach. Your concern and empathy are to be remembered. I thought about sending this letter to the Daily and/or Trail--then I thought twice about it. Be assured that this letter goes to you and Bob ONLY! The last thing you want are people taking free shots at reimbursals from the Town. You need that about as .much as .the kids needed sand on the bikepath. Thanks STEVE KATZ cc Bob Mach b. EVE MARY 9UE Bsryl Ba~eay Nikki KATZ (In Veil) `V 1881 LIONS RIDGE Loop IZ4 VAIL~ Co. 81867 303-47&6b12 476-9429 Stave ~ Fut DISTRIBUTION LIST - PUBLIC WORKS PRIORITY LIST, BRIAN ANDERSON ERNST GLATZLE TOWN COUNCTL STEVE BARWICK GARY MURRAIN DEBBIE ROELAND MIKE BRAKE GREG HALL MIKE ROSE DICK DURAN SUSIE HERVERT TODD SCHOLL CAROLINE FISHER JIM HOZA DAN STANEK ANNIE FOX DD DETO LEO VASQUEZ JOHN GALLEGOS JOE KOCHERA PAM BRANDMEYER KRISTIN PRITZ CHARLIE OVEREND LARRY ESKWITH PETE BURNETT TODD OPPENHEIMER FILE JODY DOSTER MANUEL MEDINA MEMORANDUM T0: RON PHILLIPS, TOWN MANAGER FROM: LARRY GRAFEL, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/TRANSPORTATION DATE: JULY 13, 1992 RE: PUBLIC WORKS PRIORITY LIST FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 13 - 17, 1992 STREETS AND ROADS A. 1. Perform concrete repairs at the following locations: a. West Lionshead Circle by the VA gate b. Sidewalk at Library 2. Perform the following patching repairs: a. Circle K Bus Stop b. E. Vail bike path c. LH Charter bus lot 3. Move Rocks for lawn mowers at: a. Willow Park b. Library c. 4-way 4. Redo the sensor loop on the WI gate by the old Ski Museum pending Bus Department's decision to use sensors. 5. Repair shoulders on various bike paths: a. Red Sandstone 6. Bury street light line at westend of shop complex (new Snow Dump). 7. Striping: a. Obtain bid for striping contract. b. Stripe crosswalks at LHTRC and VTRC. c. Install turn arrows in front of VTRC. d. Remove double yellow striping in E. Vail. e. Stripe PD parking lot. 8. Set and anchor trash cans at Ford Park parking lot. 9. Flush culverts (Booth Falls, Katsos, bike path) 10. Sign Repairs: a. Checkpoint Charlie b. Hanson Ranch Road 11. Mike Brake to design rock retaining wall for PW to install on Pedestrian Overpass. 12. Install sleeve for directional sign an Covered Bridge. PUBLIC WORKS PRIORITY LIST Page 2 STREETS AND ROADS (CONT.) A. 13. Investigate leak at Slifer Fountain by digging potholes to locate leak. 14. Sweep deck boards at Bald Mountain Underpass (safety issue) . PARKING STRUCTURE/TRANSPORTATION A. 1. Confirm with PCL, west exhaust fan status. 2. Repair Library smoke sensors. 3. Resolve paver problems. 4. Install curb for partition for bus waiting area at terminal building. 5. Accept bids for ventilation system for booths. 6. Schedule carpet installation at Terminal Building. 7. Waterproof Bus Wash. 8. Distribute para-transit plan after obtaining appropriate signatures. 9. Test fire system at VTRC. CARPENTERS A. 1. Construct picnic pavilion for Stephens Park. 2. Oil playground equipment in parks. 3. Repair Kinnickinnick Bridge - hit and run damage. 4. Replace handrails in Lionshead (new construction area). ELECTRICIANS A. 1. Perform line locates as requested. 2. Install disconnect and sub-panel at VTRC. 3. Repair lights at the following locations: a. N. side Pedestrian Overpass b. PW Conference Room 4. Construct new microphone system for Council Chambers at Municipal Building, 5. Repair sprinkler system at Concert Hall Plaza. 6. Repair neon "Vail Transportation Center" sign. PARKS DEPARTMENT A. 1. Finalize Stephen's Park easements with Larry Eskwith. 2. Work with planners on Ski Museum site. 3. Complete project management contract for Lionshead with Alpine International. 4. Obtain community service workers to pull weeds at Booth Creek Berm. 5. Complete 93' capital project breakdowns. 6. Inspect Willow Bridge sprinkler system. 7. Hydro-mulch Pedestrian Overpass, Erick Schmetzko's W. Vail lot, Sandstone bike path and VTRC north side. 8. Spray weeds along Vail Valley Drive. r 1 PUBLIC WORKS PRIORITY LIST Page 3 PARKS DEPARTMENT (CONT.) 9. Rebuild irrigation and landscaping at Pedestrian Overpass. 10. Plant replacement trees at Intermountain Pocket Park. 11. Accept bids for Stephen's Park Phase II. LG/dsr DISTRIBUTION LIST - PUBLIC WORKS PRIORITY LIST BRIAN ANDERSON ERNST GLATZLE TOWN COUNCIL STEVE BARWICK GARY MURRAIN DEBBIE ROELAND MIKE BRAKE GREG HALL MIKE ROSE DICK DURAN SUSIE HERVERT TODD SCHOLL CAROLINE FISHER JIM HOZA DAN STANEK ANNIE FOX DD DETO LEO VASQUEZ JOHN GALLEGOS JOE KOCHERA PAM BRANDMEYER KRISTIN PRITZ CHARLIE OVEREND LARRY ESKWITH PETE BURNETT TODD OPPENHEIMER FILE JODY DOSTER MANUEL MEDINA MEMORANDUM T0: RON PHILLIPS, TOWN MANAGER FROM: LARRY GRAFEL, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/TRANSPORTATION DATE: JULY 20, 1992 RE: PUBLIC WORKS PRIORITY LIST FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 20 - 24, 1992 STREETS AND ROADS A. 1. Perform concrete repairs at the following locations: a. West Lionshead Circle by the VA gate b. Sidewalk at Library 2. Perform the following patching repairs: a. Forest Road 3. Move Rocks for lawn mowers at 4-Way. 4. Redo the sensor loop on the VVI gate by the old Ski Museum pending Bus Department's decision to use sensors. 5. Repair shoulders on various bike paths: a. Red Sandstone 6. Remove dead trees, clean up, haul spoil from shop area and revegetate the old snow dump at Ford Park. 7. Striping: a. Stripe crosswalks at LHTRC and VTRC. b. Install turn arrows in front of VTRC. c. Remove double yellow striping in E. Vail. 8. Cut brush from road sides and bike paths in various locations. 9. Provide a truck and loader in west Vail to assist in cleaning ditches. 11. Mike Brake to design rock retaining wall for PW to install on Pedestrian Overpass. 12. Install sleeve for directional sign on Covered Bridge. 13. Investigate leak at Slifer Fountain by digging potholes to locate leak. 14. Clean Rockfall Ditch. 15. Blow cracks out on bikepaths at various locations: a. Gold Peak b. Pirate Ship c. Vail Run d PUBLIC WORKS PRIORITY LIST Page 2 PARKING STRUCTURE/TRANSPORTATION A. 1. Resolve paver problems. 2. Install curb for partition for bus waiting area at terminal building. 3. Install carpet at Terminal Building. 4. Number all bus stops. CARPENTERS A. 1. Construct picnic pavilion for Stephens Park. 2. Repair Kinnickinnick Bridge - hit and run damage. 3. Replace handrails in Lionshead (new construction area). 4. Replace damaged boards at underpass. 5. Construct Electrician's tool box. ELECTRICIANS A. 1. Perform line locates as requested. 2. Install disconnect and sub-panel at VTRC. 3. Repair lights at the following locations: a. N. side Pedestrian Overpass b. Far east light at Ford Park c. S. side east by bus rack in Mech. Bay d. Fuel bay e. Tire cage f. Photo cell at Bus Wash 4. Repair sprinkler system at Concert Hall Plaza. 5. Repair neon "Vail Transportation Center" sign. 6. Move smoke detector in PW lunchroom. 7. Replace ramp light breaker at VTRC. 8. Clean and change bulbs on top level VTRC. 9. Install new light in North day lot at Pedestrian Overpass. 10. Order end clips for Municipal Building Conference room and mail room. 11. Investigate moving P.D. conduit for new window. 12. Check on Lionshead Mall lighting system. PARKS DEPARTMENT A. 1. Complete project management contract for Lionshead with Alpine International. 2. Inspect Willow Bridge sprinkler system. 3. Install landscape material at Pedestrian Overpass. 4. Plant replacement trees at Intermountain Pocket Park. 5. Issue "Notice of Award" for Stephens park Phase II. 6. Repair wildflower area on Bald Mountain Road. 7. Coordinate construction documents for Ski Museum Site. LG/dsr To: All Interested Parties REC~pVE~ J U 1. p lgg2 From: Cherie Paller 476-7384 Xc ~ rc Date: 17 July 1992 Re: Family Center Meeting next group meeting: Monday, July 27th, 1992 5:30-7:OOpm Eagle County Administration Building Lower Level, Employee Lounge AGEN.t~A Self-Introduction/Representing what organization? (Cherie) Background of Family Center Committee Committee Reports: (Nancy, Sharon) Headstart (Kathleen, Jesus) Single Point of Entry (Janet, Colleen) Family Literacy (Millie, Cherie) Homeless Education (Karen, Perry) Cities in the Schools (Tsu) Health Care (Laurie) CRPP Funds (Kathleen) ~ Emergency Services (Cherie, Kathleen) FMP (Marge) Basalt/El Jebel (Deb, Cherie) EAGLE Fund/V~F OTHERS Form a Bylaws Committee Ar~tivuncemerits Schedule Next Meeting/Set Agenda r~ ti: ~.h 1 ' ~ i. ~ . M, 9 .3~ ~ta~~ USA _ . w~..~..~.. , Vail Town Ca~~r~-~' •~t~n~ FROM: MANAGER COUNCIL OFFICE TO: 3034?92157 T r~L1~ 21.'.,19 9:09AM #1408 P.01 ~;w~-: _v ~ v~ ~ Cjty Manager's C?fYYce 1470 South Havana Street Aurora, Colorado 80012 303-595-70]0 ~irprs FriX NO: 303-695-7123 ~ , . ."l'~'":.':;+;Yti:`,;~~:'{ls~s!~~L91':!JRE,aT,'~°t~2'~:'a..+..axwaa~sae~ls:a.aaa;e,.ae.a.ssli~ s:.~y:~ie, ii n ~ •~rt iin[NYd ~Y:~~L;,yL ea 9!•!,;6 •~;'a.l•S'•~pI;A; I'a~''I, •p~~.i~~ngpn ~pr,neai n.i~.i.li.l•i;d!,:d: ~..I,IILI•I;~Laa~b.• .,,,rrr.,Y....:.yuy!~~rrwa~l~ly:n~:l~l,.s~aa:~°r,$t4°k'~1f°:hatl;~?~h~„ww~.CYii°~.:L,.,..C rmvrrr.i{•. yiQ...ll.:~.:.,w. „~n„r:.~::r:.x::: i Company Name i TOWN OF VAIN Attention - - ~f_. ' Manor Peg~v Osterfoss ~ j Machine Phatla Na . , t' ~ ; Message I i - RE: WEST SlAPE WATER RIGHTS MEETIP~ i i 3 i i .w.w....r.... infA ~aallC;a...,~:~I;am,v~I,lA :7~:~ bl~~ ;L.l 1~~4Ul4AJiI;dA~:d:{~:I~IAA~S ~ ~ x. ~..:4!~Jr'ri4 rJSw,... 6' . lip t iii ai ?i a:. ~ nrt mr.... i~ .u..., sl, ~ {i'{:!:+~.~'J:........... ~ J:7. tll 11:a'.. J.IUJ:UJaUI''•' Y{':ihvrr.'l°~'.•!:JUTA'ul'LC'fiP".~5..... Number of Pages Serd: (lnch~dlny cover sheaq 2 r; $ent by: (name) Bob Blodgett, Reputy City Manager ~ ~ 695-7010 ' FROM:MANAGER COUNCIL OFFICE TO: 3034792157 JUL. 21.,1992..;;~AM tt4O8 P.O2 ~d ~lor8'~ PAUL E. TRUER Mapor 1470 South Havana Street Aurora, Gotprado 80012 303-895-1015 July 17, 1992 ' Me. Peggy oeterloas Mayor Town of Vail 75 S, 8runtage Road Vail, Colorado 8165? Dear Mayor Oaterfosa: j I am writing to confirm the West Slope watex.rfghta meeting with ycu and I Council Member Steinberg at 10:00 a.m., July 28, at Yail City Ha11. Council Member Polly Page. Chair of our Utilities Polioy tXUtfmittee, utilities Director Tom Griswold, beputy City Manager Bob Sladgett and I plan to nttend, Please+ don't hesitate tv contour Tom Griswold ati 695-7378 cr Sob Blodgett at 895-7010 if you hove arty guestione c~ ooncaxas. Sitscerely yours, ~ _ ~ Paul B. Taues Mayor i s t I I I RECEJVJ=J? JU ~ ,~ggz _ ~ ~ ~ 5T~1 ~ OF COLO O DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL AFFAIRS ~F•co.~ OFFICE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR e~--' 1313 Sherman Street, Rm. 518 Denver, Colorado 80203 Phone (303) 866-2771 ~e~6 ~ FAX [303)866=2251 Roy Romer Governor Larry KaUenberger Executive Director MEMORANDUM TO: - Elected Officials Local Administrators Community Leaders r' . FROM: Larry Kallenberger, Executive Direct - ~"'a- `f RE: 1993 Colorado Initlatives Program DATE: July 15, 1992 This is an invitation to your community to participate in the Colorado Initiatives program that was initially developed in 1985. Colorado Initiatives is a collaborative public/private venture of the Colorado Department of Local Affairs, the University of Colorado at Denver, and U S WEST Communications. You may apply for the Colorado Initiatives Program even if you have participated before. However, we require that you wait one year after completing the program before applying again. A maximum of 10 Colorado Initiatives communities are chosen each year. Colorado Initiatives is atwo-phased program. The first phase provides direct technical assistance to each community on a project designed to improve local economic conditions. During this phase, communities work with staff and students on developing the project. In so doing, the members of the community work together toward a common goal. The second phase begins later in the year, when each of the communities may compete for a portion of seed money provided by U S WEST for implementation of local projects. We have enclosed an application form for the Colorado Initiatives program, an informational brochure, definition of criteria, review matrix, a score sheet, and calendar. The deadline this v_ ear for applications to be postmarked is October 9, 1992. • r Page Two 1993 CI Application In an effort to help define your ideas for a successful community project and to answer questions you may have about the program, there will be four regional meetings across the state. You are welcome to attend any meeting that is convenient for you, but we ask that you RSVP at least three days prior to the meetina_ vnu Ian to_ attend so that we maw plan accordingly. Lunch will be provided at the meeting. Please call Mary Reece at U S WEST at (719)636-4374 to RSVP. If you reach the recorder, leave your name, the location of the meeting you plan to attend, your affiliation, phone number, and the number of participants. This year we will conduct regional meetings in the following locations: Delta Monday. August 3. 1992, Fireside Inn, 820 Highway 92. Alamosa Wednesday. August 5. 1992, Adams State College, College Center Building, Room 209, 1st and Stadium. Rocky Ford Thursday. August 6. 1992, EI Capitan Dining Room, 501 North Main. Ft. Morgan Friday. August 7. 1992, Morgan Community College, Bloedorn Lecture Hall, 17800 Road 20 (I-76 to Exit 82, then south, large parking lot on east side, enter either door). All meetings will begin at 10:30 a.m. with registration and should end no later than 2:30 p.m. If you are unable to attend any of the regional meetings but would like more information about the program, please contact Lucia Smead, Division of Local Government, (303)866-2156. COLORAnQ INITIATIV~F.~..S APPLICATION Communities applying for assistance must provide the following information. Please orovidp fa~~r 4 co~iPS n~our application. The deadline this vear for ap~?Iicati~nS t~ hQ n~stmarked is October 9. 1992. 1. Name of organization or government unit: Address: Contact Person: Telephone Number: 2. Provide a brief description of your community (location, population size, major economic activities, local services, some recent changes, etc.). 3. Describe the project that is proposed. 4. Identify the reasons for undertaking the project. 5. Outline the benefits, such as the economic impact to the community, that are anticipated from this project. 6. Identify the two or three most important issues, problems, or opportunities in the community and how they relate to this application for assistance. 7. Identify the decision-making body that will have operational responsibilities for the project and other locai community groups that will be involved in the project's implementation. 8. Describe the project's development to date, including the development of local consensus on the project. 9. Describe the current and anticipated local commitment to this project, including funding, local staff who will be assigned to the project, etc. 10. Describe the financial resources available for the project (e.g. amount available for start-up and implementation, the source of funds, etc.). COLORADO INITIATIVES PROGRAM _ . A collaborative endeavor between the Department of Local Affairs, - the University of Colorado at Denver's Colorado Center for Community Development and U S WEST Communications. GOAL: Expand the public and private resources available to rural communities through implementation of community development projects that improve local economic conditions. This program is to meet the needs of rural communities throughout Colorado by providing direct technical assistance to get projects done. Projects selected will receive specialized support specifically designed to their project. Applications will be judged on the following criteria in the order of importance: Economic Impact: Demonstrate that the project will assist in improving the local economy either short or long term. Local Commitment/ Consensus: Evidence of a strong local participative commitment with the project is required. This evidence would include: • support in cash or through in-kind contributions, • support from local and/or county government, • support from business, civic and other relevant community groups. Organizational Capacity: Evidence of an organized decision-making body, supported by the community, that will have operational responsibility for the project. and Readiness: Potential exists for substantive accomplishments occurring during the project's duration. Need: Successful development and implementation of the project requires additional resources NOT available in the community. Innovation: Originality in the concept and/or the process addressing methods for sharing such innovation with other communities. - The following matrix is provided for you to understand how the applications will be judged by personnel from the Department of Local Affairs, the Center for Community Development and Design at UCD and U S WEST Communications. ASSESSMENT OUTSTA. NDlNG _ SATISF'IIICTORY NEEDS FACTOR , ` :IMPROVEMENT ECONOM/C IMPACT: Must demonstrate The project's primary The project has strong The project description capacity for improving purpose is clearly targeted economic growth potential lacks information or economic conditions to achieve measurable as part of a community potential for clear and within the community economic impact improvement activity. measurable improvements through implementation of (increased revenues, jobs, Such projects are linked to in economic conditions the project. etc.). measurable economic demonstrated through growth for the community. jobs, business opportunities, etc. COMMUNITY COMMITMENT AND CONSENSUS: Evidence of a strong local Evidence of committed Evidence of support Lacks evidence of local commitment through: resources and actions that through letters and support either through • financial and/or in-kind are critical to the project's endorsements indicating appropriate endorsements contributions. success that are presently interest in the project. and/or commitments. • evidence of local available. Clear written Proposal demonstrates government support. commitment to providing opportunity for leveraging • evidence of business, such resources to additional local support via civic, or other appropriate complete the project. this application. community support. READINESS AND ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY: Evidence of an organized Demonstrates proof that a An identified organization Proposal has not identified decision-making body, not-for-profit or is committed to an existing not-for-profit or supported by the government entity commits implementing the project government entity to plan, community, that will have to planning, implementing and will develop the proper implement and manage operational responsibility and managing the project. organizational structure to the project. Lack of for the project. Strong Proof of previous plan, implement and clarity concerning potential exists for experience in local project manage the project. management and substantive actions development and implementation of the occurring during the management exists: project. technical assistance and • Community leadership implementation phases. training. • Previous board or staff experience. ..ASSESSMENT OUTSTANDING ' ` SATISFAGTGRY NEEDS FACTOR ` " IMPROVEMENT . NEED: Applications must Proposal demonstrates Proposal demonstrates Proposal does not demonstrate that that substantial effort has why outside resources are indicate that a search for successful development been given. to identify other needed to complete the other appropriate and implementation of the resources required to project and outlines the resources has taken place project requires additional complete the project and. kinds of technical and/or other local resources not available in to moving the project assistance best suited for resources might be the community. - toward completion. CI can the project. available to implement the play a pivotal role in project. achieving a successful project. INNOVATION: Must demonstrate The project concept was Project concept takes The concept proposed is innovation in the project derived from a focused advantage of local assets generally available in other concept and/or process. assessment of unique and utilizes existing areas and, although new Methods for sharing such "local" assets and potential resources. The project to the community, it is innovation with other that has not been concept is generally known simply "transplanted" Colorado communities attempted to date. Anew and has local support. without demonstrated should be addressed. approach to improving a Colorado Initiatives consideration of local local asset. A creative way involvement provides a assets or potential. of linking multiple "locale way of creatively linking Project does not reflect assets or potential that will existing resources to local assessment and leverage additional assure implementation. utilization of unique local support. Innovation is demonstrated assets. in linking of such resources. reviewer's score sheet Proposal Title: Sponsoring Organization: Reviewers Signature: ASSESSMENT FACTOR = OUTSTANDING SATISFACTORY NEEDS IMPROVEMENT ECONOMIC IMPACT: SCORE: Weighted Value = 2 10-----9-----8-----7--- --6-----5----4-----3-- ---2 1 2X = COMMUNITY COMMITMENT/ SCORE: CONSENSUS: Weighted Value = 2 10-----9-----8-----7--- --6--- -5 ~-----3-- ---2-----1----- 2X = READINESS/ORGANIZATIONAL SCORE: CAPACITY: Weighted Value = 2 10-----9-----8-----7---- --6--- -5- -4--- -3-- -2-----1----- 2X = twEED: SCORE: Weighted Value = 1 10-----9-----8-----7--- --6-----5- --4--- -3-- - -2-----1----- 1X = INNOVATION: SCORE: Weighted Value = 1 10-----9-----8-----7--- --6- ---5----4-----3- ---2-----1----- 1X = TOTAL SCORE _ COMMENTS: r calendar 1~~~ Y;olorado Ynitiai~ives ~rograrn July 15, 1992 applications mailed August 3 - 7, 1992 regional workshops Alamosa, Delta, Ft. Morgan, and Rocky Ford October 9, 1992 deadline for applications to be postmarked MAIL TO: DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL AFFAIRS ATTENTION: LUCIA SMEAD 1313 SHERMAN STREET, #521 DENVER, CO 80203 December 3, 1992 announcement of 1993 projects selected RECEIVED 2 01992 WHAT HAVE BEEN SOME RESULTS The type of assistance may vary from design HOW ARE PROJECTS SELECTED ¦ WE`RE OF THE COLORADO INITIATIVES assistance and cast estimates for new buildings, FOR FUNDING? INTERESTED IN THE ~ market studies far tourism attractions, hiking Pro'ects to he funded must meet the followin INITIATIVE PROGRAM. and bicycle trail design, fundraising, downtown I 9 PROGRAM; HOW DO One of the greatest benefits of the [olarado development and design, etc. Program staff will criteria: ? Readiness ? Innovation WE GET MORE ~ Initiatives program is that it helps a community work with the communities to custom-tailor an ? local Commitment ? Local Consensus INFORMATION? bring additional resources together to get loco) ? Organizational [opacity ? Need ~ ~ projects implemented. assistance program which best augments loml feel free to contact any of the fallowing: ~ ' ' capacities. Comments from local elected officials and Colorado Department of administrators provide same sense of the type of Local Affairs Contacts results communities can expect from this program. field Staff Locations ? Car6andale Town Manager said, "The project Durango (303) 241-1311 has stimulated a great deal of community fort Morgan (303) 861-4645 interest and participation ...Without the help of U S WEST's tontri6ution io this program is an investment in Colorado's future. Denver . . . 303) 866-2156 the Colorado Initiatives program many of our We believe that Colorado Initiatives is an important step in revitalizing this state's Pueblo . . . .......1119) 542-8239 good ideas would remain unimplemented economic base. li encourages economic development in the rural parts of the state. Grand Junction (303) 248-1310 Community it helps put our ideas into action. And more importantly, it will improve the qualify of life for many Coloradans. Economic ? Grand fount Mana er said "I was ver U S WEST is rood to be a art of this 'oint ublit/ rivate effort with the Office of Rural Development Development Y 9 ~ Y P P I P P Technical Assistance impressed with the two landscape architect State Department of Local Affairs and the University of Colorado." Denver (303) 866-2205 for Communities students that worked on the project. They were A cooperative venture totally dedicated and became a part of the -Jim Smith, U S WEST Communications Vite President and Chief Executive Officer Colorado University of the Colorado community," [olarado Center for Community Development Department of Local Affairs ? Deltn Initiatives [ommittee Member said, "We Denver 303 SS6-4815 University of (olarado ( ) U S WEST fommuniwtions had an idea of where we wanted to go with our project, but didnt know how to get there. "The State of Colorado believes in a The University of Colorado is pleased to Applications far the program are accepted in mid- I I I Colorado Initiatives gave us the means to get p p pp g p p g p g p our project done." artnershi a roach to facilitate neater 6e artici atin in a ro ram that is Se tember. Communities are selected at the end of I I I development throughout the state. helping to meet today's business, November and receive assistance for approximately i^ Colorado Initiatives brings the resources industry and community needs across the 18 months. ~;q and expertise of the state, higher state. Our Colorado (enter for education and the private sector, Community Development, in partnership represented 6y U S WEST, together with the state's Department of Local to assist communities in formulating Affairs and U S WEST, offers hands-on ~ ~ . ° ` realistic economic development expertise of our fatuity, staff and ~ ~ . , strategies. through this program, students to help salvo problems or ~ J I = rommunities build greater self-reliance make new ideas grow. The boflom line I ti: ;1'~ I and achieve tangible results." of the university is to share our j =T I I I I I I - resources in an effort to assist I ~ ~ ~ ~ , kx7~,~~ -Roy Romer, Governor, rural Colorado rommunities.,' I I I i _ ~ - I State of Colorado I I I I I~ I III ~ I -E Gordon Gee, President, I ~ I -1 ~ I ' I University of Colorado I j ; ¦ WHAT IS IT? ¦ WHAT IS THE INTENT OF THE economic development is undertaken within the ~ agreement signed by all parties. Each selected Colorado Initiatives is an economic development COLORADO INITIATIVES PROGRAM? content of community development; ' ~ , community is assigned a project manager to art as program that provides technical assistance to The intent of this program is to assist rural ? Provide ongoing assistance on an as-needed a facilitator, helping communities address their own communities in rural Colorado. Initially developed (olorado communities and municipalities in taking basis to ensure substantive results are achieved priority interests and needs. In addition to a state in 198b, the program is a collaborative effort of positive actions to improve local economic through local efforts; and ~;g ~ project facilitator, each community receives up to the State Department of Local Affairs, the conditions. The basic remise of this ra ram is to ~ ~ ~ - 55,000 to acquire specialised technical assistance P P 9 ? Provide a network whereby suuessful economic , and is eli ible to cam ete fora action of the University of Colorado's Center for Community support local initiatives 6y making state development efforts are shared throughout the g P P Development and U S WEST Communications. government and private sector resources readily state. 5100,000 of Colorado Initiatives implementation available. funding provided by U S WEST. ¦ WHY WAS THIS PROGRAM These objectives continue to be accomplished by The program is administered by the Department Colorado Initiatives has been well received by the coordinating the specific resources and staff exper- DEVELOPED? selected communities and has served to: tine of the State`s Department of local Affairs, of local Affairs. Bath Department staff and com- munitydevelopment specialists from the University Given the growing demand for assistance in ? Build local capacity and se{f-reliance; University of Colorado, and U S WEST. ~ of [olorado (enter far Community Development economic development, the primary goal of this ? Foster an understanding of unique community serve the selected communities. This brings a broad effort is to help counties and municipalities develop assets and constraints that have become a ¦ HOW FOES THE PROGRAM range of expertise to selected program participants. realistic strategies. The program is a targeted foundation for activities to be undertaken• 7 approach to meeting community development ~ WORN. U S WEST involvement is through financial support needs, particularly in rural areas. It is product ? Define and prioritize local development needs; Communities nre asked to complete a very simple and providing corporate expertise to specific eco- ariented and provides concentrated development ? Build a broad-based constituency within a and straightforward application. Once applications nomic development initiatives in the communities. assistance to selected communities on an annual community, strong enough to sustain itself are received, an-site evaluations and reviews of the U S WEST employees act as "champions" competitive basis. through the implementation of any development- projects are conducted by staff representing all participating when needed in the local economic oriented project or strategy; three partners in the program. development effort or assessing other resources ? Aid communities in formulating o comprehensive The scope of assistance to be provided to a available through the Corporation. and integrated development strategy whereby community and the responsi6ilitiesond commit- ments of each organization is defined in an I N I T I A T l A D V ~ R S L ~~~C~ i li I I I it I i lli Ilil_ t t r~,~, t, l,c_ _ I ~ I I I I j l I I I _ • ~ I I I _ , - - _ i ~~r~ ~r t ~ I ~ ' ~ ` I I I~ _ ~ ~ I f I _ I I I F ~ ' L.---~ ~ I ITT ~k N-~~ ; , j y "~V 1 I I I ~ I I I - ~ ~ r~ ? RECEI~'E® , ~ Colorado Public Radio 2249 South Josephine Street Denver, Colorado 80210 303.871.9191 T0: Kate Collins Cliff Gardiner DATE: 7/17/92 John Garnsey John Hazard Norm Helwig Harley Higbie Frank Johnson Joan Madison Vicki Myhren Phil Noll Ron Phillips Brad Quayle Roland Rautenstraus Beth Slifer cc: Susan Frampton John Horan-Kates Max Wycisk Marsha Thomas FM: Montine Clapper~`~, RE: July 6, 1992 Colorado Public Radio Planning Group Meeting and Progress Report The Planning Group discussed the "21 Club" Founding Members concept and invitation at our meeting and endorsed the fundraising effort. The Group did want the fundraising program to be more expansive and opened up to donors who give less than $1,000. It was suggested we hold a special evert in the Fall priced fer all locals in the Valley (i.e., $25.00 per ticket} in conjunction with the translator sign-on. Frank Johnson is checking on the proposed dates of either Friday, October 16 or Saturday, October 17 early in the evening (the Colorado Public Radio Board will be meeting in Beaver Creek on those two days). Suggestions for the special event program are welcomed. We believe it should be a musical event or a special guest representing public radio programming. Phil Noll's letter to Bravo Board members has been well received. Tom and Flo Steinberg, Merv Lapin and Suzy Bruce, Sally and Byron Rose have contributed and we are talking to other Board members one-on-one. Please do contact your friends with a personal follow-up call. Thanks. John Garnsey is sending a Colorado Public Radio packet of information and "21 Club" invitation to the Friends of Vail. John and I also met with Kay Chester and John Giovando of Bravo to discuss Bravo support for our endeavors as well as individual Bravo member donations. The meeting was very beneficial and Colorado Public Radio will be a topic on the next Bravo Board agenda. Beth Slifer, Norm Helwig, Harley Higbie and I are coordinating both Vail and Denver contacts. Let me know of people you think should receive information. The Planning Group suggested I meet with Kent Mueller and Ernie Chavez to schedule a Town of Minturn presentation. I was asked by the Group to invite Kent Myers of Vail Associates to join our Planning Committee and he has graciously accepted. Max reported on our NTIA/PTFP grant proposal and it's looking KCFR 90.1 FM Denver. KPRN 89.5 FM Grand Junction Riu Blanco, Wilson Creek, Rangely, Meeker, Rifle, Ouray, Parachute, Gunnison. Craig, Silverton, Montrose ? J /lJJ good from all reports we are receiving from Washington, D. C. Bob Hensler and Cliff Gardiner continue to work together to plan for technical aspects of digital satellite distribution and stereo as well as installation of the translator at the Upper Dowd site. Cliff has offered to help by donating equipment which will save us dollars. Bob Hensler and I attended the Eagle/Nail Rotary breakfast last week and made a presentation. We were pleased with the Rotarians' response. Several individuals gave us their cards expressing interest in supporting the project. We're moving forward very nicely but we're fast approaching our deadline to have the $21,000 in hand to order the translator equipment in August. We need the dollars by our next meeting. The next meeting will be held on the second Monday in August--August 10 from 4 - 6 pm at the Vail Resort Association offices in their conference room. Please mark your calendar for August the 10th or let Max or me know if you're unable to attend (871-9191). The agenda will include our fundraising success story, technical progress report and any new business. See you on the 10th! Y:. r ,T 5 ~ ~ - S'. ~~s _ .~MJ.fll ~~""L cc RECEt~ED ,~',!L 2 2f VAIL GOLF CLUB JOHN ~ DOB N ARENA 303-479-2260 321 Fast Lionsh Circle \'ait, Colorado 81657 FORD TENNIS COMPLEX 3p3-479_22n 303-479-2294 , ail ecre lO MARKETING/SPECIAL EVENTS VAIL YOUTH SERVICES 395 Fast Lionshead Circle D I S T R I C T 3PO4~ 279 ,~aii, Colorado 81657 3p3-479-2292 NATURE CENTER 303-479-2291 29Z West Meadow Drive • Vail, Colorado 81657 303-479-2279 • FAX 303-479-2197 July 16, 1992 REGARDING THE BOOTH CREEK PAR 3 GOLF COURSE: I want to thank everyone for a great turn out at our recent Par 3 Golf Course update and public input session. Based upon the majority support for the project, the Board of Directors has elected to continue to pursue this endeavor. Also, as a result of the meeting, numerous additions and/or changes will be incorporated into the course plans. Some of those upgrades include: 1. Additional berming and tree planting between the interstate and the golf course. We are presently working with the Department of Transportation to determine the extent of work they will allow. While the interstate will continue to be visible and road noise will persist, our hope is to reduce it substantially. 2. The proposed parking area will be approximately 35 spaces. In order to minimize the visual impact, landscaping between hole #9 and the parking lot is planned, including an agressive native planting (mostly willows). 3. The maintenance path is being moved to the southern most part of the course in order to minimize maintenance vehicle noise. 4. A small shelter/gazebo will be built at the west end of the course for weather protection. A rest room is not planned at this time for the shelter. 5. The District has met with town officials to express our desire for the parking area not to be plowed during the winter. We will continue to support home owners desires with regards to this matter. 6. Signage needs indicating that Bald Mountain Road is a "dead end" and for "private residents only" will be addressed with the Town of Vail. ,i;~ 7. In the area immediately adjacent to homeowners lots, the vegetation will remain mostly native. We have added additional land to our "undisturbed native area" which currently consists of 5.1 of the total 13.9 acres. We will have one last public update session to review the plans for the Starter House. If you have any questions prior to that meeting or if I can be of any further assistance, please feel free to give me a call at 479-2279 Si ce , Rob obinson Executive Director RRjla w\par WORK SESSION FOLLOW-UP July 17, 1992 Page 1 of 2 TOPIC QUESTIONS FOLLOW-UP SOLUTIONS 1991 11119 NEWSPAPER VENDING LARRY E./ANDY/MIKE M.. What can be done to make Locations for the newspaper boxes have been MACHINES these uniform and locations less prolific? determined and approved by all TOV departments. Voluntary agreement still being pursued. 1992 01121 EVENING PARKING MIKE ROSE/STEVE B.: Evaluate financial Mike will prepare new analysis of data prior to the STRUCTURE FEES ramifications of eliminating parking structure fees beginning of the budget-setting process in September. (request: Lapin) after 6:00 p.m. each night. Staff to explore other options. 02104 HERITAGE CABLEVISION RON: Prepare new letter of protest for Mayor's Will do upon return of Merv. FRANCHISE NEGOTIATIONS signature. XC: Newspapers, Dillon, Minturn, etc. (request: Lapin) 02117 EXTERIOR LIGHTING KRISTANIANDY: Draft ordinance. Input received and joint discussions will continue including all interested parties. Initial meetings held with night tour to be scheduled within next few weeks. 03110 AFFORDABLE HOUSING KRISTANJLARRY E.: Finalize ordinance. Ord. No. 9, Series of 1992, to Council for first PROVISIONS ORDINANCE reading at 8-4-92 evening meeting. 03110 LIONSHEAD SALES TAX FIGURES STEVE B.ISTEVE T.: Packy Walker, on behalf of the Will investigate. Staff time now being spent on special (request: Osterfoss, Levine, LH Merchants Assn., is requesting an accounting of events/daily sales tax reporting program. Staff will Gibson, Steinberg) sales tax taken from a square footage basis, standard attempt to meet these other concerns after completion number (such as Dow Jones) of businesses reporting, to of the special events program. offer a comparative analysis. WORK SESSION FOLLOW-UP July 17, 1992 ~ Page 2 of 2 . TOPIC QUESTIONS FOLLOW-UP SOLUTIONS 04/07 REVIEW RETT PEGGY/LARRY E: Schedule for Council review. Ongoing process. Larry E. will develop land trust recommendations. 07114 OVERHEAD LIGHTING AND LARRY G./LEO: Present a budget cost estimate for BACKDROP CHANGE FOR replacement of overhead lighting, as well as removal COUNCIL CHAMBERS of bark wall behind Council table. 07/14 LETTER TO CDOT/ KEN/LARRY G.: Draft a letter for Mayor's signature JOHN UNBEWUST reaffirming how extremely dangerous this side of the (request: Osterfoss) Vail Pass bicycle path is, i.e., sand/gravel on path, general lack of maintenance (even though we realize the eventual installation of fiber optics along this route may allow a reconstruction and realigning of the path - propermaintenance is required now!). Additionally, Bob Buckley has inquired whether some type of barrier can be installed on overpasses where the Frontage Road can be inundated by overhead snow removal? 07114 EPA SPECIAL MEETING/ EVERYONE: A reminder that a special input session in MINE CLEAN-UP Minturn will be held on Wednesday, 7122, at 7:00 P.M. MEMORANDUM TO: VAIL TOWN COUNCIL FR: Ron Phillips, Town Manage DA: July 21, 1992 RE: VILLAGE LOADING ZONE MODIFICATIONS Rick Nelson, Manager of Christy Sports, contacted me about 10 days ago concerning his objections to the elimination of loading zones on Bridge Street. Sally Claire, of The Younger Generation, is also concerned. They have stated their objection of having to move their goods by hand truck from either Gore Creek Drive or Hanson Ranch Road. I told Rick at the time the Town staff would look into the situation to see if there was anything that might be suggested as a way to acco*nmodate their concerns, and we would get back to them when we had those suggestions ready to discuss with the Town Council. That research is proceeding at this time, and we hope to bring it to the Council in August. We will inform the Bridge Street merchants of that meeting so they can be present to participate in the discussion. Rick Nelson has been informed of this process. If you have any questions, please feel free to let me know. xc: Ken Hughey ~ Kristan Pritz ` Larry Grafel Pam Brandmeyer C:\LOADZONE.MEM - _ . - - X ~ ~ TG Timothy E. Wirth { Colorado ~nit>e~ ~t~t>e,~ ~>enttte WASHINGTON, D.C. 20510 M~~~~r ~iE~ c~~ ~ ~rs~-~ .~i~,Q- l J 1~V~ ~~i: ~~~j 9 r _~~f' ~ ~ IInited States Forest Rocky 11177 W. 8th Avenue ~ Department of Service Mountain Box 25127 Agriculture Region Lakewood, CO 80225-0127 Reply to: 1510/5410 I!!~ ~ Date : J U ~ 2 1992 THE HONORABLE TIMOTHY E. WIRTH 1129 PENNSYLVANIA STREET `~U~ 6 }992 DENVER CO 80203 Dear Senator Wirth: This responds to your June 16 inquiry on behalf of the Town of Vail concerning two parcels of Federal land the Town seeks to acquire from the United States. We believe that it is in the public interest to convey those parcels at their appraised values either to the Town or to a private party. In this case "appraised value" is market value for the Spraddle Creek parcel and value based on use for the golf course parcel. There are two sets of values at the center of this disagreement with the Town. We developed the original appraisal instructions which the Town accepted and issued to an appraiser they selected from a list we provided. When that set of appraisals could not be approved, we issued the same instructions for preparation of a subsequent set of appraisals; the only change was the effective date for the values to be derived by the second appraiser. You state that, "Neither side is willing to accept each other's appraised value." Only one set of values has been approved under the Department of Justice Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acauisitions and The Appraisal Foundation's Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. The other set of values was not approved because the appraisals didn't comply with the appraisal instructions. Both sets of appraisals were to have been prepared using the same instructions by appraisers with similar qualifications and professional designations. The divergence in value suggests that one of the appraisers erred. In those rare cases where there is a disagreement over a value approved under the standards, the non-Federal party may choose to withdraw. That's because we are not permitted to negotiate between two sets of disputed values. Because these two transactions offer public benefits to both the Town and to Federal taxpayers, we went to the extraordinary measure of agreeing to consider the opinion of a third appraiser, who will review all of the appraisals and recommend whichever values are best supported under the standards. Because the second appraisal already meets those standards, our offer is conditioned upon the Town's willingness to pay for the third appraisal. If the Town chooses to proceed with this extraordinary measure, we assure you that the review will be conducted objectively. Caring for the Land and Serving People ~'t FS-6200.28b14/88) ~ Timothy E. Wirth 2 The Townsite Act designation for the Spraddle Creek parcel expired January 31, 1991. We first identified the parcel for conveyance in a September 1987 Decision Notice on another case. Then, we said that if the parcel was not conveyed to a private party in that exchange proposal, it would be available to the Town for one year from the date it was deleted from that proposal. The Spraddle Creek parcel was deleted from the land exchange in June 1989. The Town subsequently contracted for an appraisal before the deadline, and so we continued to work with them. Since that time, several unsolicited private parties have expressed considerable interest in acquiring that property in exchange for wilderness inholdings. If the Spraddle Creek property is made available to the general public for exchange purposes, we likely could acquire over 600 acres of private land inholdings in Colorado wilderness. That's the equivalent of at least 60 patented mining claims. If purchased by the Town, the money will go into the r general treasury and will not be available to purchase lands for inclusion in the National Forest System. Fortunately, money the Town will pay for the golf course parcel can be used to acquire additional Colorado lands for National Forest purposes. However, the Town will still acquire it for quite a bargain. Although market value typically exceeds a value in use several times over, the 1983 Small Tracts Act requires that we restrict future use of parcels conveyed to municipalities. Therefore, we had to determine the golf course parcel's value in use, not its market value. If the property was not being conveyed to the Town for cash, any amount over the approved use value of $187,500 could be used to exchange for additional wilderness inholdings or other Colorado land for inclusion in the National Forest System. We believe that we have been more than reasonable in our efforts to convey these lands to the Town. We hope that the information we have provided will assist you in responding to them. Sincerely, `-~,4..,, ~ ~ TONi L. THOMPSON Acting Regional Forester cc: WHRR:R02F15A PAO (5911) WO, Lands ROUT:RO2F11A WO (CCU 2 NW Auditor's Bldg.) GC : Cawt.E.tt. RECEIVED J U L $1992 w Colorado Municipal League MEMORANDUM 1660 Lincoln Street, Suite 2100 Denver, Colorado 80264-2101 Phone (303) 831-6411 . FAX (303) 860-8175 To: Mayors, Managers, Clerks in Municipalities without a Manager, Municipal Caucus, Executive Board, and COG Directors From: Kenneth G. Bueche, Executive Director Samuel D. Mamet, Associate Director Re: Municipal Involvement in Upcoming Elections Date: July 7, 1992 Introduction Half of the State Senate and all of the State House are up for election in November. If you need the names and addresses of any of the candidates, or if you are unsure in which State House or State Senate District your municipality is located, please call us. Municipal involvement is critical in expressing the local government viewpoint to state legislative candidates. Your municipality's active, informed, and nonpartisan participation is encouraged as one way to get that viewpoint expressed. Now is the time for this communication to begin. Candidates are getting political action committee questionnaires and surveys in order to gauge their positions on numerous statewide issues many of which affect the powers and operations of cities and towns. What follows is a brief discussion on how your municipality can become involved with candidates. Your Municinalitv's Involvement Setting the Tone While municipal funds cannot be used to influence the outcome of these races (1-45-116(1)(a), C.R.S., prohibits a municipality from, among. other things, making any contribution or contribution-in-kind in campaigns involving the nomination, retention or election of any person to any public office), appropriate municipal activity, especially coming from your elected officials, will certainly help the candidates get familiar with the municipal perspective. Your municipality's involvement doesn't have to be fancy or slick. In fact, the more informal, the better. Become familiar with the candidates and the positions they have taken. Invite them to meet t with the Town Board or City Council. Or, invite them over for coffee at the municipal building. Get them acquainted with your operations and the services you provide. Especially point out programs which have been supported with state funds; for example, the new community center built with energy impact funds, the street improvements financed with highway users tax fund revenue, or the new ballfield built with lottery funds. Let candidates know how important local revenue sources are to your r city or town, especially the property and sales tax. Whatever information or material you provide to one candidate should be provided to all candidates. This will impress upon the candidates that your municipality is an excellent information resource an attribute upon which a lasting relationship can be built. ' Elected municipal officials may want to become involved in candidate campaigns. While there is no better linkage than an elected municipal official letting a candidate know- about the municipality's concerns, it is wise to make it clear that the involvement of an elected official should not be construed in any way as any endorsement of that candidate by the municipality. Your Municip~litv's Involvement Presenting_the Issues, Please find enclosed with this memorandum an issues paper we prepared for state legislative candidates which you may find of interest. We have attempted to identify a few key, emerging 1992-1993 statewide issues of municipal interest. Your municipality might wish to use this material as a starting point for developing your own approach. You might want to develop your own issues statement modeled after the League's statement. In any event, the more personalized the approach and the closer the statement matches your municipality's concerns, the more impact you are likely to have on a candidate. You should outline in your statement what services your city or town provides, the importance of state- shared revenues in financing those services, and previous bills in the legislature that may have affected those services or programs and the positions the municipality has taken on them. if your municipality is home rule, say so making sure to point out its importance to the community. Emphasize your municipality's support for an participation in the League. Get a pledge from each candidate that, if elected, the candidate will stay in regular communication with your municipality to get input on emerging issues and bills that have been or will be introduced. If you have a legislative development process in place, explain to the candidates how that process takes place and who on the governing body and staff are the appropriate contact points for communicating on legislative issues. Conclusion If your municipality develops some type of handout for candidates, please share it with us. If you need any assistance, please don't hesitate to call us. Whatever success the League may enjoy under the Gold Dome next year will be due largely to your municipality's participation and your attention to this important aspect of intergovernmental relations. t Enclosure ~ CM L Colorado Municipal League MEMORANDUM 1660 Lincoln Street, Suite 2100 Denver, Colorado 80264-2101 Phone (303) 831-6411 I ' FAX (303) 860-8175 To: State Legislative Candidates From: Kenneth G. Bueche, Executive Director Samuel D. Mamet, Associate Director Subject: Municipal Government Background Date: July 7, 1992 Introduction The purpose of this background memorandum is to provide you with some brief information on municipal government in Colorado, the League and its function, and some key issues of statewide municipal concern. We hope you find the following information useful. Municipal Government An area becomes a municipality by incorporating itself as a city or a town. There are 267 cities and towns in Colorado: 196 aze statutory municipalities, 69 aze home rule municipalities, and 2 aze territorial charter municipalities. Towns are incorporated areas generally 2,000 and under in population, and cities are incorporated azeas generally over 2,000 in population. Some differences in organizational structure and legal powers exist between cities and towns. Based upon 1990 state population data, 72 % of Colorado's citizens reside within municipalities. In addition to municipalities, the state has 62 counties, 176 school districts, over 800 special districts, and 1 consolidated city and county government (Denver, which is also home rule). Home Rule, Statutory, and Territorial Charter Municipalities. Home rule for municipalities has a rich legal history in Colorado, both in the state's Constitution and statutes. This legal framework has been in effect since the turn of the century, first for Denver (when it was consolidated as a city and county in 1902) and with the option at the same time for other municipalities over 2,000 in population to adopt home rule. Powers of home rule cities were 1, expanded with the adoption of another constitutional amendment in 1912. In 1970, the Colorado Constitution was amended again to grant to the citizens of any municipality, regardless of population size, the power to become a home rule municipality. Today, 69 municipalities throughout the state aze home rule. 'These home rule municipalities include within their boundaries 65 k of the state's population. In general, municipal home rule is premised upon the public policy that the citizens of a city or town in Colorado should have the right to decide how their local government should be ~ organized and local problems solved. Article XX of the Colorado Constitution grants to home rule municipalities "the full right of self-government in local and municipal matters." , The home rule process is initiated with an election ayy~~~~ring the establishment of a study commission made up of the municipality's residents who meet to write a charter governing the affairs of the municipality. The charter may be adopted and subsequently amended only through a vote of the citizens in the municipality. In short, home rule represents the essence of local control forcities and towns in Colorado, r. riding important policy and legal flexibility to a municipality and its citizens. There aze 196 cities and towns in Colorado which aze statutory municipalities. Statutory municipalities are under greater legal control of the General Assembly with respect to their creation, organization, and powers than are home rule municipalities. In general, a home rule municipality looks first to its charter and enabling ordinances to see what it can and cannot do; a statutory municipality looks first to state law, generally Title 31 of the Colorado Revised Statutes, to ascertain what it can and cannot do. Finally, two other municipalities, Black Hawk and Georgetown operate under charters originally granted to them by the temtorial state government. These two municipalities aze known as territorial charter municipalities. Their charters aze amended from time to time by the General Assembly. Municipal Revenue Sources. Among the major state revenue sources received by municipalities are: the motor fuel tax, vehicle registration fees, cigarette tax, severance tax, lottery, police and fire pensions funds, mineral lease, and various state budget programs. In addition to these important state revenues, a brief review of municipal own source revenue is in order, the first and foremost being the sales and use tax. In Colorado, municipalities and counties generally may levy up to a four-cent local sales and/or use tax. The state generally has three cents reserved to itself for the general fund, which is in addition to the local government levy. As of January 1, 1992, 39 counties and 198 municipalities are levying a sales and/or use tax. Forty-three of the municipalities administer their own sales tax with the balance being collected and administered by the state Department of Revenue. Municipal sales taxes have been on the Colorado fiscal scene since 1948. According to 1989 financial data prepazed by the state Department of Local Affairs, municipal sales and use taxes in Colorado constituted over half of all municipal own-source tax revenues. As reliance upon the sales tax has increased among municipal officials in the state, use of the property tax has declined. The municipal portion of the r..,yerty tax, as a percentage levied by all units of local government in Colorado, has declined from 21.4°lo in 1945 to 5.09b in 1991 . (excluding the City and County of Denver), according to data prepazed by the state Division of Property Taxation. Nevertheless, the property tax remains a very important tax source for many ' municipalities. j' y 1 The League The Colorado Municipal League was founded in 1923 and r1., sides technical assistance and advocacy on behalf of our municipal membership. The League now ~~,~,~esents 250 cities and towns and more than 99.9 % of the population which resides within cities and towns. During 1991-1992, the League conducted a variety of different programs and workshops, answered numerous inquiries on hundreds of local government questions, produced several new publications for municipalities, and followed over 60 % of all measures introduced during the 1992 legislative session. A 19-member Executive Board elected by the membership governs the League. Several standing committees of the League meet and develop legislative and policy recommendations throughout the year. This work is then presented to the League's Policy Committee, to which every member municipality can send a representative. In addition, the League has 17 sections (i.e., mayors and councilmembers, planning officials, police chiefs, city managers) and 14 regional districts which can also be represented on this Policy Committee. Final actions are then taken by the Executive Board. Our Executive Board and Policy Committee meet during the legislative session to develop League positions on bills and issues coming before the iegislature. The President of CML is Mary Brown, Steamboat Springs City Council President. 1992 STATEWIDE ISSUES OF MiJ111ICiPAL CnNCERN Local Control. The League believes strongly in the philosophy of local control allowing municipal governments maximum flexibility and discretion in levying taxes and fees, carrying out local policy, and delivering public services. We encourage you to consider this philosophy as you develop your own position on issues. Sales Tax Base. There have been over 6b exemptions to the state sales and use tax base enacted during the past 16 years. These exemptions have substantially reduced the state sales and use tax base, thereby restricting revenues available for state programs. These base exemptions have also hurt statutory municipalities and all counties because, with the exemption of food, residential power, and machinery, their sales tax base must conform by law with the state sales tax base. During the past several years there has been growing interest at the Capitol in preventing the additional erosion of the sales and use tax base and in expanding the tax base rather than relying on higher tax rates. The League supports this effort. We encourage your serious consideration of the state sales tax base and rate issue and its direct relationship to municipal finances. Fiscal Fair Play. Colorado cities and towns are impacted by many state financial policies. Adherence to the following "fiscal fair play" objectives, we believe, will enhance a positive ~ relationship and partnership between state and municipal officials and enable municipalities to meet reasonable service expectations of their residents without infringing on the state's ability to address its other responsibilities. To this end, the League would urge you to: 3 t ~ ~ • a * Support sharing with municipalities equitable portions of existing and increased revenues derived from traditional state-collected, municipally shared revenues ~ (i.e., cigarette tax, highway users tax fund, lottery). * Support improving cooperation and procedures for determining the impact of proposed legislation and regulations on cities and towns, especially through the fiscal note process. * Avoid or exercise restraint in cash funding state programs affecting municipalities, especially in the areas of state technical assistance, in programs where municipal participation is mandated by state law, and in regulatory programs affecting municipalities where a benefit is derived by the public at large which should be supported by the state general fund. * Oppose the state app. ~r.:ation of state energy impact and federal mineral lease funds, historically set aside for local governments, to finance various state government activities. State Mandates. The League urges the state to resist imposing mandated responsibilities upon municipalities without providing the financial resources to fund such mandates. In recent years the General Assembly has shown greater restraint in this area. Please consider this point when you develop positions on various statewide issues. Annexation. The legislature has been extensively involved with the annexation issue during the past few years in order to strike a reasonable balance between differing viewpoints. Annexation is an important growth and economic development tool for cities and towns. We would urge you to resist additional efforts to restrict municipal annexation and land use powers. ,conclusion We hope the information we have provided you in this memorandum is of use. Should you need additional material or assistance, please feel free to contact us. Good luck! I 4 I~~ ~ i _ ~ 1 ~ ~ ' ~.~1 , V C O L O R A D O Cordially invites you to join us in honoring The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra with A DAY AT THE RANGH on Monday, August 3 Noon 'til ? at 4-Eagle Ranch Wolcoft, Colorado R.S.V.P. Western Attire ~ P.1 r.1 The 5th - 1988-1992 wilt nftend A Day at the Ranch! Name (s) . Patricia Herrington Bravo! Colonzdo 953 S. Frontage Road #104 Vail, Colorado 81657 ee: C~~~ HANK BROWN RECEJV"`~ ~ ~ COMMITTEES: co~onAOO ^ 3 '9~? U BUDGET fOREiGN RELATIONS - JUDICIARY united ~tate~ ~enat~ ; WASHINGTON, DC 20510-0604 _ Jt> 11 , 19 9 2 ' ~ ~ J~- n " Mr. George N. Gillett Jr. 1~ ~ ro~ w ` Chairman and President ~ I~ ti^~t'~ ~ ~ ~;~1 Vail Associates, Inc. ~ iL ~L: t~ J Post Office Box 7 i?r / Vail, Coloradc 81658 Dear George: Many t}ianlts for corzt~rt;ing us reraa:ding your regs_izst f-or a $1.2 1'. i _i ~ i_ 1 1 _ a, _ ~ i l_ - 6. r-~ > ~ i+. t'~ ^ m.... s... ~ V 11 1. c:. k.1 ~.i_ s111. 11.1' _ /.L ..._....:1 ~llC: 1'.. _LJ_ rt.:7~.J L'.1. i}i appropriations bill for the Eagle County Transit System. It is helpful to know of the importance of this transit system to the region. Our office is happy to contact Lhe committee on your behalf . T}ianks agair. for getting in touch. Sincerely, H nl~ Brown Unite<3 States Senator HB/me PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER RECE!'~E~ J l~ ~ 3 199 CQN~ ~9~~~ OFFICE CF TliE - ciOARD OF ~1'.11SSIONERS i ,Cps ~L~ EAGLE COUNTY, COLOR July 13, 1992 Mr. Dallace W. Unger, P.E. Senior Transportation Specialist Colorado Department of Transportation 4201 East Arkansas Avenue Denver, Co 80222 Re: Functional Reclassification of Highways, Roads and Streets Dear Mr. Unger: Thank yott for the presentation explaining the functional reclassification effort being undertaken by the Colorado Department of Transportation. We appreciate the information provided on present classifications, classification criteria, the relationship of the reclassification effort to ISTEA, and, particularly, we appreciate being asked for our input and involvement. No doubt, this state wide reclassification effort will not be an easy undertaking. We understand it to be our duty to contact the towns in Eagle County, and seek their input. We have done so. We reviewed the present classifications with them, and provided copies of the Highway Functional Classification booklet to them. Attached you will find input provided to us by the towns of Vail, Avon, and Eagle. The towns of Gypsum and Basalt gave us their thoughts by telephone. Regarding the county wide classifications please find enclosed a colored map representing ottr viewpoint of future functional classifications. We propose adding some minor collectors and deleting other minor collectors to more accurately reflect today's situation and the near term future. Eagle County has experienced mach change since the classifications were last done in the 1970's. Some of our roads have changed from dirt surfaced roads serving relatively few people to paved minor collector roads with branch systems of residential streets serving new developments. Some roads have not changed in character and some roads are completely new. For those roads of a mayor collector classification and above, we think the following changes are appropriate: Functional Reclassification of Highways, Roads and Streets July 13, 1992 Page 2 Highway 82 - We would suggest that Highway 82 be upgraded from a Minor Arterial to a Principal Arterial and become part of the proposed National Highway System. Our rationale is that Highway 82 is a multi-lane highway in a sparsely populated state serving a major travel destination, namely Aspen. Also, scheduled commercial air service to Aspen's Sardy Field at the east end of Highway 82 connects this end of Highway 82 to other states via air transport, thus giving Highway 82 the characteristic of a route which provides substantial state wide and interstate service. Cottonwood Pass - We suggest this route between the Eagle River Valley and the Roaring Fork Valley be upgraded from a Minor Collector status to a Major Collector designation. We envision upgrading this route to better connect the "two parts" of Eagle County and thus serve a major intra-county travel function. We also envision that, as air travel to ski destinations grows, this route will provide skiers arriving at the Eagle County Regional Airport and destined for Aspen ski areas with a short, time efficient route. We anticipate that larger efficient aircraft from major cities which Sardy Field cannot handle will arrive and depart from the Eagle County Regional Airport. Perhaps most important, should there be a major rock slide or other emerge:zcy in Glenwood Canyon, the Cottonwood Pass route would serve as an alternate passage for I-70 travelers. Highway 6 between the Gypsum & Eagle I-70 Interchanges - We would suggest that this section of Highway n be upgraded from a Major Collector designation to a Principal Arterial designation and be included as part of the proposed National Highway System. This would provide the national system with an intermodal connection between I-70, which will be part of the National Highway System, and the Eagle County Regional Airport, which is part of the national airport system. To us, this would appear to be the intent of the new national transportation legislation, at least according to its name - Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act. We understand that the National Highway System is to be 155,000 miles, plus or minus 150, including the present Interstate system, principal arterials linking to ports and airports, and highways important for strategic defense and military movements. Please be aware that the Eagle County Regional Airport serves as the Army National Guard nation wide high altitude training site, and provides scheduled air service to a number of major cities throughout the nation and to Mexico City in Mexico. We thank that it is important to provide national standard connections between the two modes of transportation so that the two national systems are integrated and not disjointed. . , r~ Functional Reclassification of Highways, Roads and Streets July 13, 1992 Page 3 We appreciate this opportunity to participate in an updated functional classification for Colorado's roads and highways. We think a local perspective is important, and provides intimate knowledge of the changes taking place locally which affect the reclassification effort. We have experienced many changes here in le County, and our transportation systems need to change i respo se. incerely ' ~ ~ch rd L. Gus fso hairman ~ W Donald H. 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June 1992 Vice President Harold Sobn , Sall Corporation Secretary Caroline Fisher Jobn Shipper Town of Vail Miller Brewing Company 75 South Frontage Road Treasurer Vail, CO 81657 Lynn Calllson Mile High Accounting Service Charles Bayley Dear Ms . Fisher: Waste Management of North America Charles Duanebacke Congratulations 1 Golden Aluminum Company Grll Ederer You were nominated in the competition to be named Mid-America Glsss Recycling program 1992 Reeyeler of The Year. Although you were not the AI Glasser overall winner in the government category, your Johnson Controls, Int:. contribution to recycling in greatly appreciated. Gaylord Hanson Rocky Mountain Food Dealera Atan. The competition is held annually by Colorado wlllit A. Hnnt Recycles, anon-profit educational organization, funded Nar-cnla Distribntiag ca. by private industry, promoting voluntary recycling in Kate Johnson Colorado. League of Women Voters Don Kawulok We are happy to announce that the 1992 applicants Coors Brewing Company had some of the most comprehensive recycling programs Ted Kelymsn to date . It is refreshing to see so many strong sareway, lne. programs in place in Colorado. David Kyle Reynolds Aluminum Recycling We thank you for your outstanding contributions to F. Dale Lippert recycling in the State of Colorado. It is through the Anheuser Busch, lac. efforts of programs like yours that we will be able to Ro11Ie Lockhart continue to expand recycling. Denver Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Eric Lombardi Your certificate of honorable mention in the Eco-Cycle, Inc. competition is enclosed. We hope that you will keep ShayneMadsen up your c~..r.r,endable recycling efforts. Anheuser Busch Companies, Inc. Jack Martin Remember when ou rec cle ever hod wins 1 Liberty Glass Company , y y , y y Bill McNamara Columbine Beverage Company SinC rely, Stereo J. 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Jr!{_. ::,~~i,~.„ f!At,:• :?i~4 f,~~f.3 •:s;•;s~ t'::1.~ 2t IfrF:• .;,y;3i1 /1~.••;;s)j. ~ (t t3•.~.: ±ls;;.,..,i'• / ,lr9r;~}{•s: .h1~+. !~t ti t .+ev:: :~h ,,r,.- ;45~°. J~, =A.. ,SE,.~etrr ..S~S~~ii'.t ffr ~tt.:• 11 1, ::;i".:i~ ^ '~.f. s:i r~i;i: tai" si4'" r S.n, ~"G !2 v ~ TOWN OF VAIL ~ Comments from Residents sr~~~ ~ r, The Town of Vail recently sent a newsletter to residents, merchants, and second homeowners, covering a variety of topics. Enclosed in this mailing was a response card which invited input, comments, and questions. Each response card provides the opportunity to include name and address; however, some respondents are choosing to remain anonymous. To date, the following comments have been received: The Week of July 12. 1992 Please don't degrade Vail by putting up a traffic light at the four way stop. One traffic light will just be the start of more, and one light is too many! (Burghardt - 963 Lionsridge Loop #5)3, Vail, Colorado) _ The signs at the bottom of the west bound off rarnp of I-70 at East Vail need ~ ~ clarification. The exit signs on I-70 direct people to get off at East Vail for the ski R~,i, area at the bottom of the ramp, the only signs are to "parking" and to "East Vail". Many people don't know the difference between East Vail and Vail and want to drive around and look for the town and ski area before parking. Therefore, every morning I walk to the bus stop down Main Gore Drive I get stopped by a couple of cars wondering where Vail is: It'd be very easy to put of a sign showing parking, Vail, and ski area m the same direction. (Rol Hamelin - 5167 Gore Circle, Vail, Colorado) ~G „~„~w~ We desperately need handicap parking spaces for the softball fields, and the Ford Amphitheater. I recently had knee surgery (as many of us Vail-ites do) and have to forego watching games and concerts because I can't walk from East Vail. (K. McClellan - P.O. Box 1286, Vail, Colorado) ~ We need a new bridge from Frontage Road to Vail Golf Course. (Chris Kempf - 1358 Vail Valley Drive, Vail, Colorado) • We need stop lights at the four-way stop (and perhaps something on the exit ramps). As a long time (20+ years) resident, I have long opposed the lights, but ~J two near accidents in the last five years have changed my mind. (Kay Moore - 921 Red Sandstone Road #5A, Vail, Colorado) • I believe affordable housing should not be the concern of the town government. "Solve" that problem this year, and you'll probably be creating next year's unemployment problem. Relax. Remember, you are not God. And leave it alone. (No name or address) . 1 The Week of July 5, 1992 • I would like to have the bridge rail from South Frontage Road to the Vail Golf Course repaired. It looks awful and has for years. Also, the golf course sign should be lighted. (Anne Reed - 1734 Golf Lane #S-66, Vail, Colorado) • The International Bridge has been rebuilt two times in four years. The bridge at the athletic club was rebuilt (and without walk room on the east side!). But, the original and heavily used bridge -small and old! - on the golf course goes unattended! Tragedy! The young people need a skate board park and a BMX bike rec ramp or area - get them off the core streets! (No Name (Elegant Concepts) - 500 South Frontage Road, Vail, Colorado) • You are doing excellent work. Want you to know, again, how great it is to have the bike paths on Bighorn Road. I wrote you for year about the hazard. Thanks. (E. B. Otjen - 4770 Bighorn Road #2UN, Vail, Colorado) • Performing Arts Center -Yes! Conference Center - NO! Why discount rooms to conventioneers when art lovers will pay full price? This community should have this facility - no compromises. (Bill Pyka - P.O. Box 6i4, Vail, Colorado) The Week of July 5, 1992 Continued • The Town of Vail must build decent, affordable year-round housing, whether with public money or incentives to developers. After 7 years in the valley, I'm not at all sure I can continue living here. At $7/hour and 32 hours a week with VA ("full- time" in the summer), 25% of my income - what I should be spending on housing at the most - is $179 -fat chance! Even at 40 hours, which I do not get 25% of, my after tax income would be $224. Instead, I'm looking at paying probably $400 with bills. I love living here, but I'm tired of only looking at the mountains instead of enjoying them as I drive between all the jobs I must hold to barely support myself. (Allison Anderson -Box 401, Vail, Colorado) 2 The Week of Juty 5. 1992 Continued • This is a mountain community. Disregard if you do not agree with this statement. Mountains =hills, rocks, dirt, wildflowers, trees and dryness, scarcity of water. It is what we know, what visitors know, and is not like the city with lush green lawns and more of a variety of floral and other vegetation. My questions: WHY ARE WE WASTING PRECIOUS WATER TO LOOK LIKE A CITY WHEN THAT IS WHAT PEOPLE ARE GETTING AWAY FROM? The VTC crew is constantly hosing down cement! And we, the taxpayers, pay them to do this. (Kimberly Hagemeyer -Box 1775, Avon, Colorado) • Please, before embarking on this ambitious program, consider our plight on Nugget Lane! We paid for a cul-de-sac i 5 years aqo (or more) and sti11 don't have it! Let's take care of this "little problem" ASAP, then we can build enthusiasm for the grand plan. (Margo Loebsack - 4229A Nugget Lane, Vail, Colorado) • I am interested in Vail's recycling program. There are no recycling bins in Lionshead or Vail. I also know that many restaurants do not recycle. I would donate my time to set up a program for Vail. (Fritz Sample - % Todd Horilla, 16728 Matterhorn Circle, Vail, Colorado) The Week of June 29, 1992 • Vail's downtown area is beautiful -auto-free! Except for one major area -WHY ON EARTH DO YOU ALLOW DELIVERY VEHICLES TO PARK ON GORE CREEK DRIVE. DELIVERY PEOPLE COULD EASILY SERVICE STORE AND FOOD SERVICE ESTABLISHMENTS BY CART -FINISH THE JOB. Auto-free is beautiful! (Can't read the name and address, but this person's card was postmarked in Aspen.) This is a good informative newsletter! Keep up the good work. Solutions to problems are always tough, but it seems to me you have identified all the "problems" and are conscientiously working on solutions. My one question is: What has happened to the cemetery issue? Are we still worried about the Matterhorn residents? Can we meet with them? People need to realize that death is with us and can't be ignored -and as a municipality, we need to deal with this "unpleasantness." (Cissy Dobson - 996 Ptarmigan Road, Vail, Colorado) 3 The Week of June 29. 1992 Continued • I have been here over five years, and always thought how pretty it would be if the median was planted from East Vail to West Vail with low flowering shrubs. (Parker - P.O. Box 2054, Vail, Colorado) • I suggest the library install a book drop (similar to a post office drop box) at one of two locations: 1) top of Lionshead parking lot -where the RV's park, or 2) at turn around point of East Lionshead Circle. It would be much more convenient than having to find a space to park, especially in the winter. (Bert Farin - P.O. Box 2842, Vail, Colorado) • More facilities for elderly and handicapped. It's a long way to walk from the parking structures if you're elderly. Perhaps a "golf cart" system - to be used for older and handicapped people only - to take them to shops, restaurants and even just to see the village. The bus system is great -but the buses don't go "into" the village or even the Lionshead area. (Also, would like to see senior citizen discounts.) These things were brought to my attention when my folks visited. Thank you. (Daphne Horvath - P.O. Box 1766, Vail, Colorado) • Concern: Stephens Park -are we still going to have playground equipment as originally planned? We feel this is a necessity for all the families in the entire West Vail area. What is to be done with the old "post office" building? Couldn't it be used to help the P.D, problem? (Michelle Cahill - P.O. Box 1077, Vail, Colorado) • As a permanently disabled person, I continue to be outraged by the lack of dignified handicap-access to Vail public facilities, notably the library and Ford Park Amphitheater! We need vehicle access without making an issue (special request) of the matter! Grow up, Vail!! (Penny Perkins - P.O. Box 2007, Minturn, Colorado) • Hello. Without the rents! units available to those who rent, Vail will not be able to support Vail. Those who oppose rental units to those who live in Vail because of a personal interest of their own, not wanting them near their property, etc. should become aware of those whose (illegible) for "non-prejudice" in living in this valley are being truly heard by. This valley will not be only for a few, it is made for all people. (M. Skuble - P.O. Box 402, Vail, Colorado) 4 The Week of June 29. 1992 Continued • Coupon Parking -Over 1/2 the cars in the coupon parking area have out-of-state and county plates. Only those cars registered in Eagle County, who pay the county and city takes and fees for their cars should have the right to coupon parking. This will eliminate "free-loading," provide increased registration tax revenue for the county and reward those who support and live in the county/valley. (L. Colombo - P.O. Box 1413, Vail, Colorado) • I agree that the sooner we get aperformance/conference center, the better! Housing is also a more serious problem than the people with huge (owned) houses want to admit. As far as the municipal building, Vail has a police force that would accommodate a town twice this size. (Pattyn - P.O. Box 443, Vail, Colorado) • I am much against the installation of the two cellular towers in East Vail -very ugly!! -for us and guests. (Paul Caldwell - 5074A Main Gore Drive, Vail, Colorado) 5 WORK SESSION FOLLOW-UP July 24, 1992 Page 1 of 2 TOPIC QUESTIONS FOLLOW-UP SOLUTIONS 1991 11119 NEWSPAPER VENDING LARRY E./ANDY/MIKE M.: What can be done to make Locations for the newspaper boxes have been MACHINES these uniform and locations less prolific? determined and approved by all TOV departments. Will be stepping up efforts to seek voluntary agreement. 1992 01121 EVENING PARKING MIKE ROSE/STEVE B.: Evaluate financial Mike will prepare new analysis of data prior to the STRUCTURE FEES ramifications of eliminating parking structure fees beginning of the budget-setting process in September. (request: Lapin) after 6:00 p.m. each night. Staff to explore other options. 02/04 HERITAGE CABLEVISION RON: Prepare new letter of protest for Mayor's Will do upon return of Merv. Merv will return 7126/92. FRANCHISE NEGOTIATIONS signature. XC: Newspapers, Dillon, Minturn, etc. (request: Lapin) 02/17 EXTERIOR LIGHTING KRISTAN/ANDY: Draft ordinance. Input received and joint discussions will continue including all interested parties. Initial meetings held with night tour to be scheduled within next few weeks. 03110 AFFORDABLE HOUSING KRISTAN/LARRY E.: Finalize ordinance. Ord. No. 9, Series of 1992, to Council for first PROVISIONS ORDINANCE reading at 8-4-92 evening meeting. 03110 LIONSHEAD SALES TAX FIGURES STEVE B./STEVE T.. Packy Walker, on behalf of the Will investigate. Staff time now being spent on special (request: Osterfoss, Levine, LH Merchants Assn., is requesting an accounting of eventsldaily sales tax reporting program. Staff will Gibson, Steinberg) sales tax taken from a square footage basis, standard attempt to meet these other concerns after completion number (such as Dow Jones) of businesses reporting, to of the special events program. offer a comparative analysis. WORK SESSION FOLLOW-UP July 24, 1992 ' ~ ~ Page 2 of 2 TOPIC QUESTIONS FOLLOW-UP SOLUTIONS 04/07 REVIEW RETT PEGGY/LARRY E: Schedule for Council review. Ongoing process. Larry E. will develop land trust recommendations. Tentatively scheduled for review at 8111/92 work session. 07114 OVERHEAD LIGHTING AND LARRY G.1LE0: Present a budget cost estimate for To be included in budget. BACKDROP CHANGE FOR replacement of overhead lighting, as well as removal COUNCIL CHAMBERS of bark wall behind Council table. 07114 LETTER TO CDOT/ KEN/L.ARRY G.: Draft a letter for Mayor's signature Draft letter is complete. To Peggy for signature the JOHN UNBEWUST reaffirming how extremely dangerous this side of the week of 7127/92. (request: Osterfoss) Vail Pass bicycle path is, i.e,, sand/gravel on path, general lack of maintenance (even though we realize the eventual installation of fiber optics along this route may allow a reconstruction and realigning of the path - propermaintenance is required now!). Additionally, Bob Buckley has inquired whether some type of barrier can be installed on overpasses where the Frontage Road can be inundated by overhead snow removal? 07114 EPA SPECIAL MEETING/ EVERYONE: A reminder that a special input session in Tom Steinberg represented Council at the 7122 hearing MINE CLEAN-UP Minturn will be held on Wednesday, 7122, at 7:00 P.M. and will make recommendations. An additional 30 day input period has been extended.