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Home My WebLink About1995-11-21 Support Documentation Town Council Evening Session VA9L TOVVRN COUNCIL EVENING MEETI~~ TUESDAl(, NOVEYVIBER 21, 1995 7:30 P.M. 9N TOV COUNCIL CHAMBEFiS AMEiVDED i4GEWDA 1. CITIZEN PARTIClPATIOfV. 2. DRB Review. 3. Ordinance No. 22, Series of 1995, second reading of an ordinance making supplemental appropriations from the Town of Vail General Fund, Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund, Parking Structure Fund, Heavy Equipment Fund, Police Confiscation Fund, Facilities Nlaintenance Fund, Vail Marketing Fund and the Vail Housing Fund, of the 1995 budget and the financial plan for the Town of Vail, Colorado; and authorizing the expenditures of said appropriations as set forth herein; and setting forth details in regard thereto. 4. Ordinance fVo. 23, Series of 1995, second reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 2.48, Compensation of Town Officials, Town of Vail Allunicipal Code. . 5. Resolution #25, Series of 1995, a Resolution Adopting the Eagle River Watershed Plan. 6. I-70 Update. 7. DRB Call-Up/Cook Residence. 8. Sign Variance RequesUGateway Plaza. 9. Town Nianager's Report. 10. Information Update. 11. Council Reports. 12. Other. 13. Executive Session - Personnel Matters. 14. Adjournment. NO'~E UPCOM9fVG nflEETING START TBMES BEL,OW: (ALL TIMES AflE APPROXIMATE AND SUBJECT TO CNANGE) I I I I I I I TBiE NEXT VAIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR WOFtK SESSIOIN !A/ILL BE ON 7'UESDAV, 99/28/95, BEGIIVNING AT 2:00 P.M. IN TOV COUNCIL CHAMBERS. THE FOLLOWING VAIL 70WN COUNCIL REGULAR VVORK SESSION V!/!LL BE ON TV.?ESDAV, 1215/95, BEGINfVING AT 2:00 P.M IN TO!/ COUNCIL CHANIBERS. THE NEXT VAIL TOVIIN COUNCIL REGVJLAR EVEIVIPlG MEE7'INC NVILL BE ON T'UESOAY, 12J5/95, BEGIfVNING AT 7:30 P.M. IIV TOV COUNCIL CHAMBERS. I I I I I I I Sign language interpretation available upon request with 24 hour notification. Please call 479-2114 voice or 479-2356 TDD for information. C:VIGENDA.TC 1 VA0~ ~~~N Co~NCIL EVEAtlING 9Y1EETIN~ TUESDAV, NOVEiVIBER 21, 1995 1 7:30 P.M. 6Rd TOV COl9NICBL C@iAMBERS AGiNEIVDED EXPANDED ,4GEiVDA 7:30 P.M. y.- Citizen Participation. 7:35 P.M. 2. DRB Review. 7:40 P.M. 3. Ordinance No. 22, Series of 1995, second reading of an ordinance making Steve Thompson supplemental appropriations from the Town of Vai! General Fund, Real Estate. Christine Anderson Transfer Tax Fund, Parking Structure Fund, Heavy Equipment Fund, Police Tommy Collins Confiscation Fund, Facilities Maintenance Fund, Vail Marketing Fund and the Vail Housing Fund, of the 1995 budget and the financial plan for the Town of Vail, Colorado; and authorizing the expenditures of said appropriations as set forth herein; and setting forth details in regard thereto. ACTIOIV REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve Ordinance IVo. 22, Series of 1995 on second reading. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: Staff will present the Third Quarter Financial Report and list of required supplemental appropriations. Also included is background information on the 530 AM /Radio Station with a request for $7,000 in additional funding. Other funding sources include CDOT and VA at equal contributions of $7,000 each. - 7:50 P.M. 4. Ordinance No. 23, Series of 1995, second reading of an ordinance amending Tom Moorhead Chapter 2.48, Compensation of Town Officials, Town of Vail Municipal Code. ACTIOIV REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve Ordinance No. 23, Series of 1995 on second reading. STAFF RECOMMEIVDATION: Approve Ordinance No. 23, Series of 1995. 8:00 P.M. 5. Resolution No. 25, Series of 1995, a Resolution Adopting the Eagle River Paul Reeves Watershed Plan. Mike fViollica ACTIOiV REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Review Resolution fVo. 25, Series of 1995, which would adopt the Eagle River Watershed Plan. BACKGROUND RATIOIVALE: .The Eagle River and its tributaries are geographic features that are a shared resource in Eagie County. Gore Creek and the Eagle River are sensitive natural features that provide habitat for a multitude of plants and animals. The fundamental purpose of the Eagle River Management Plan is to develop a common philosophy for managing and protecting this critical resource in our region. Participants in this plan include recreational interest groups, developers, water districts, Federal, State, County, and local agencies. Each agency is currently reviewing the Plan to determine if they would be wiiling to pass a resolution committing themselves to implement the Plan, as practical and feasible. The Planning and Environmental Commission reviewed this Plan on August 28, 1995 and voted unanimously to recommend to the Vail Town Council that a resolution be adopted to implement the Plan, as feasible, for the Town of Vail. On ~ October 23, the Town Council reviewed the Plan and directed staff to develop a resolution to adopt the Plan which would specifically state the areas the Town would impfement. STAFF RECOMMEiVDATIOIV: Approve Resolution No. 25, Series of 1995. ~ 8:05 P.M. 6. I-70 Update. Jeff Layman Joe Macy Larry Grafel Buck Allen 8:35 P.M. 7. On September 26, 1995, the Town of Vail Department of Community George Ruther Development received a letter from Tom and Florence Steinberg requesting the call-up of a Design Review Board decision made at the September 20, 1995 Design Review Board meeting. ThP request for the call-up of the itHm, for review by the Town Council, is in accordance with Section 18.54.090 . (Appeal to Town Council) of the Town of Vail Municipal Code. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Uphold, uphold with conditions, or overturn the Design Review Board's decision of September 20, 1995 to allow for an addition to the Cook residence located at 1012 Eagles Nest Circle/ILot -2, Block 6, Vail Village Seventh Filing, - BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On September 20, 1995, the Town of Wail Design Review Board approved a residential addition to the Cook residence using two 250's. The vote by the DRB was 4-1 in favor of the request. DRB member Bob Borne cast the dissenting vote. On October 17, 1995, the Vail Town Council approved the request of Sam Cook for a 30-day extension to the appeal process. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Prior to the review of the Cook residen-tial addition at the September 20, 1995 DRB meeting, staff completed a zoning analysis of the property. The purpose of completing the zoning analysis was to make a determination as to whether or not the property was in compliance with the Town of Vail Zoning Code. Upon completion of the zoning analysis, it was determined that the property anci the application were, in fact, in compliance with the Town of Vail Municipal Code. Since the application is in compliance with the zoning code, staff is recommending that the Town Council uphold the DRB's decision of September 20, 1995. 8:55 P.M. 8. A Request for a Sign Variance from Section 16.20.040(a), Free Standiny George Ruther Signs, Joint Directory Signs for a Multi-Tenant Building, Purpose. Applicant: Craig Clemz Leo Palmos, owner of the Vail Gateway Plaza. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with conditions or deny the applicant's sign variance request. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On Wednesday, November 15, 1995, the Town of Vail Design Review Board (DRB) heard the applicant's request for a sign variance from Section 16.20.040(a) of the Sign Code. According to Section 16.20.040(a), the purpose of a free standing, joint directory sign for a mu{ti-tenant building is to allow for the display of the names of each interior tenant within the building. The applicant is seeking a variance from the Sign Code to allow for the display of the general nature of each of the tenants within the building, rather than specifically listing the tenants by name. (See attachments in memo dated 11/15/95). STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Section lu of the staff inemorandum to the Design Review Board (dated 11/15/95) includes staff's recommendation on the proposed sign variance request. Staff is recommending denial of the requested sign variance. Staff has reviewed the sign variance application and believes that the applicant has not met all the criteria listed in Section III, Findings and Criteria for Approval. Specifically, staff believes that the applicant has not adequately addressed findings A and C. 9:15 P.M. 9. Town Manager's Report. 9:20 P.M. 10. Information Update. 9:30 P.M. 11. Council Reports. 9:40 P.M. 12. Other. d 1 : 9:50 P.M. 13. Executive Session - Personnel Nlatters. 10:30 P.M. 14. Adjournment. ~~~E UPCOnAIIVC MEETI(VG START TIMES BELOW: (ALL TIAAES ARE APPpOXIMATE AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE) THE NE1CT VAIL TOVUiV COUNCIL REGIDLAR WOFdK SESSI0N lIUILL BE ON TUESDAY, 11/28/95, BEGINfVING AT 2:00 P.NY. IR9 TOV COUIdCiL CHAMBEFiS. THE FOLLOlRIING VR,YLTOlA/IV COUNCIL REGiJLAR WOR6C SESSION lMELL BE ON TUESDAV, 9215/95, BEGINNING A7 2:00 P.M. IN TOV COfDIVCIL CHAMBEFtS. T'CiE R9EXY VAIL TOWN COl9NCIL FtEGIDLAR EVENING MEETING !AlILL BE ON 1'UESDAV, 1215/95, BEGGNNIIVG AT 7:30 P.M. IN TOV COUNCIL CHAMBEFiS. IIIIIII Sign language interpretation available upon request with 24 hour notification. Please call 479-2114 voice or 479-2356 TDD for information. CAAGENDA.TCE INORK SESSION FOLLOIN-UP TOPIC QUESTIONS FOLLOW-UP SOLUTIONS 1995 10/19 SNOW STORAGE LAND PURCHASE LARRY/BOB McL: Immediately pursue purchase from VA of We're top dead center and going nowhere...as VA discussions continue. current snow storage site, as well as another 10 acres ad'acent to the west, 05/23 EHU/EHU/COMMERCIAUEHU 1. TOM: Council directed Town Attorney to prepare an Tom will attempt to have an amending ordinance re: item #1 (employee EXEMPTIONS ordinance which would require all employee housing units in housing units/rules, regs,, & ordinance) by the 11-21-95 evening meeting, the Town to adhere to all ordinances, rules antl regulations in He will also try to resolve Item #3 (franchise fees) that evening meeting as effect as may be amentled from time to time, well. 2. TONiISUSAN; Council would like to explore a formula which would require employee housing units within commercial development projects based on the percentage of full time equivalent employees associated with the project. ' 3. TOM/BOB: Council agreed to pursue an idea by Merv Lapin in which residents of employee housing units, such as the future Vail Commons project, could be exempt from franchise fees collected by utilities to reduce the cost of housin . 05/23 NEWSPAPER BOXES BOB: Council reiterated its interest in consolidating Bob and Tom continue to work on the placement of newspaper boxes on newspaper boxes on public properry in the commercial core public property, in conjunction with representatives from the newspapers. areas and asked Town Nianager to share an action plan at its next meetin , 06/06 BUILDING AND PLANNING SUSAN; Merv Lapin wonderetl how we monitor accuracy of REVENUE FEES building violations by applicant. (INhat is originally declared and assessed vs. as buiff . 09/05 WATER/SEWER TAP FEES BOB: In re: affordable housing, continue negotiations with Bob discussed with Dennis Gelvin and will meet with Water & Sewer a ro riate s ecial districts. Boards November 28 and 29, 09105 LOADING FACILITY TOM/BOB/LARRY/SUSAN: Compile pros/cons for such $20,000 from `95 Council Contingency was approved 9119/95, with an facility to be discussed as ASAP in Council executive additional $10,000 to be contributed by the private sector. Larrywill session. proceed with an RFP with final date expected by Niarch,1996. 10/17 SKI LIFT TAX Steve Nierv Tom & Bob will meet with VA on 11/22195. November 17, 1995 Page 1 ; DIESIGN REVIEW BOARD AQBENDA November 15, 1995 3:00 P.M. IPRO.D7EC'II' OR}[IENTATION Il:30 SI[T7E V][~ITS 2:15 1. Grace - 1042 Eagle's Nest Circle 2. Vail Gateway Plaza - 12 South Frontage Road 3. Knowlton - 1999 Sunburst 4. Tuchman - 3110 Booth Creek Drive 5. Up The Creek - 223 Gore Creek Drive 6. Lord Latigo - 286 Gore Creek Drive Driver: George 1. Grace - Driveway signs. GR 1210 Westhaven Drive/Lot 41, Glen Lyon Subdivision. Applicant: Larry Grace MOTION: Borne SECOND: Alm VOTE: 5-0 APPIROVEIlD dyI[TIEI[ cCON1[DITIONS 2. Vail Gateway Plaza - Sign variance. GR 12 South Frontage Road,Vail Gateway Plaza Building/Lot 12, Block SD, Vail Village lst Filing. Applicant: Leo Palmos MOTION: Bome SECOND: Alm VOTE: 5-0 RECOGIAnAEND APPRO!!AL 4O TOWN COUNCOL 3. Up The Creek - Awning change and sign application. GR 223 Gore Creek Drive/Lot A, Block 5B, Vail Village 1 st Filing Applicant: Annie Egan MOTION: Alm SECOND: Borne VOTE: 5-0 APP}[~~VED W][T]HI CONDg'II'IOh1S 4. Knowlton - Final review of a demo/rebuild of an existing Primary/Secondary GR using two250's. 1999 Sunburst/Lot 14, Vail Valley 3rd Applicant: Sally Brainerd MOTION: Borne SECOND: Woldrich VOTE: 5-0 APPROVIED WIT}H[ CONDII'Il'IONS . ` 3 a l 5. Lord Latigo - Addition of a bay window and landscaping. LW 286 Gore Creek DrivelLot A& B& part of C, Blocks-A, Vail Village 1 st Applicant: 286 Bridge Street, Inc., represented by Chamois Pierson MOTION: Bome SECOND: Alm VOTE: 5-0 CONSENT APPROVEID WITH CONDITIONS 6. Tuchman - Remodel to allow for an addition (including 250) to the building. JC 3110 Booth Creek Drive/Lot 9, Block 3, Vail Village l lth Filing - Applicant: Mr. Tucliman TABLED UNTIL DECEMBER 20,1995 MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Mike Arnett Bob Borne Brent Alm Hans Woldrich Henry Pratt (PEC) Staff Approvals Garfinkel's - Entry way lighting. CS 536 West Lionshead Mall/Lot 5, Block 1, Vail Lionshead lst Filing Applicant: Mitch Garfinkel Davis - Hot tub addition. 4415 Bighom Road, Unit #2, The Victorians/Lot 2, Block 3, Bighorn Third Addition. LW Applicant: Maximum Comfort Pool and Spa representing 1Vlargo Davis - Lodge at Vail - Outdoor light fixtures. RS 174 East Gore Creek Drive/The Lodge at Vail. Applicant: Charley Viola representing The Lodge Apartment Condominium Association. Rembert - Landscaping, lighting, etc. pg 1547 Spring Hill Lane/Lot 2, Block 3, Vail Valley 2nd Filing. Applicant: Steve Buccino of Land Design by Ellison for Frank Rembert Dauphinais-Moseley - Duplex Subdivision Plat Review. GR 1814 Glacier CourtlLot 21, Block 2, Lionsridge Filing #3. Applicant: Pat Dauphinais 2 . 4 Gibson-Robinson - I)uplex Subdivision Plat Review. GR 1153 Homsilver Circle/Lot 10, Block 1, Vail Village 8th Filing. Applicant: R. Thomas Gibson and Norman Robinson Eyepieces - Sign. JC 599 East Lionshead Circle/Lot 3, Block 1, Vail Lionshead lst Filing Applicant: Dan Barry Salamunovich - Window addition. RS 1905 West Gore Creek Drive/Lot 27, Vail Village West #2 . Applicant: IVancy & Tom Salamunovich Lionshead Children's Pavillion - Seasonal tent. RS 600 Lionshead Ma1UTract D, Vail Lionshead 1 st ' Applicant: Vail Associates, represented by Dave Thorpe and Joe Macy Byrne - IVew Prima.ry / Secondary changes to approved plans. LW 126 Forest Road/Lot 5, Block 7, Vail Village 1st Filing Applicant: Ron Byrne Dressel Residence - Change to previously approved plans. GR 1490 Buffher Creek/Lot, Block 44, The Valley subdivision Applicant: Dirk I3ressel Vista Bahn Ski Rental - Sign. LW 278 Hanson Ra.nch RoadlGolden Peak House Applicant: Larry Ast, Hightech Signs Bridge Street Lodge - Sign. LW 278 Hanson Ranch Road/Golden Peak House Applicant: Ron Riley, GPH Partners Eye Pieces - Sign. LW 278 Hanson Ra.nch Road/Golden Peak House Applicant: Larry Ast, Hightech Signs Crossroads - Redesign of bus stop. mm 141 E. Meadow I3rive/adjacent to Haagen I)azs Shop Applicant: Crossroads Condominium Association Denials Kelton - Removal of a 40' spruce tree. RF 1034 Homestalce/Lot 5, Block 6, Vail Village 7th Applicant: Arthur Kelton Sign language interpretation available upon request with 24 hour notification. Please ca11479-2114 voice or 479-2356 TDD for information. 3 ORDIiVANCE iVO. 22 SIERIES OF 1995 AN ORDINANCE iViA6CING SUPPLEMENT'AL APPROPR[ATIONS FROM THE T'OVVN OF VAIL GEiVERAL FUND, PARECING STRIJCTURE FUND, FiEAVY EQU9PMENT FUND, POLICE CONFISCATIOIV FUND, FACILITY nIIAINTENANCE FUND, MA,FiECETING FUND, AND THE VAIL FIOUSBNG FUND, OF THE 1995 BUDGET AND THE FINA?IVC@AL PLe4N " FOR 'GFiE TOWiV OF VAIL, COLORAD0; AND AUTHOR9ZSNG 'V'HE EXPEIVD9TURES OF SAID APPROPFiIATSONS AS SET FORTH HERE9iV; AND SETTING FOF3TF1 DETA9LS !IV REGARD THERETO. WHEREAS, contingencies have arisen during the fiscai year 1995 which could not have been reasonably foreseen or anticipated by the Town Council at the time it enacted Ordinance No. 23, Series of 1994, adopting the 1995 Budget and Financial Plan for the Town of Vail, Colorado; and, WHEREAS, the Town has received certain revenues not budgeted for previously; and, WHEREAS, the Town Manager has certified to the Town Council that sufficient funds are available to discharge the appropriations referred to herein, not otherwise reflected in the Budget, in accordance with Section 9.10(a) of the Charter of the Town of Vail; and, WHEREAS, in order to accomplish the foregoing, the Town Council finds that it should make certain supplemental appropriations as set forth herein. IVOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF VAlL, COLORADO that: 1. Pursuant to Section 9.10(a) of the Charter of the. Town of Vail, Colorado, the Town Council hereby makes the following supplemental appropriations for the 1994 Budget and Financial Plan for the Town of Vail, Colorado, and authorizes the expenditure of said appropriations as follows: FUND ANIOUNT General Fund $ 309,464 Police Confiscation Fund $ 18,750 Vail Housing Fund $ 159,500 Parking Structure Fund $ 6,137 Heavy Equipment Fund $ 15,848 Vail Marketing Fund $ 18,290 Vail Housing Fund 21,892 $ 549,881 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 Vaii and the inhabitants thereof. 1 . Ordinance No. 22, Series of 1995 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 extend 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 7th day of November, 1995, and a public hearing shall be held on this Ordinance on the 21 st day of November, 1995, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail, Colorado. ~ Margaret A. Osterfoss, Mayoti ATTEST: ' Holly L. McCutcheon, Town Clerk READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED in full this day of , 1995. Margaret A. Osterfoss, Mayor ATTEST: Holly L. McCutcheon, Town Clerk C:\ORD95.22 ' 2 Ordinance No. 22, Serles of 1995 v TOW(d OF VAIL SCHEDULE OF REQUIRED 1995 SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS ADDITIONAL DEPT PROJECT 1995 SAVINGS No. EXPENDITURE OR PROJECT EXPENDITURES USED GEfVERAL FUND: Town Officiais: Town Manager Compensation 11,340 Free Parking 4,025 Town Manager Appreciation Lunch 3,000 3,000 Carpet Muni Building 8,240 TM Contribution to Library Carpet 2,843 2,843 Town Manager - Laser Printer, Software, Radio 1,745 1,745 Volunteer Picnic 200 Zpp Town Picnic 1,000 1,000 Lodging Occupancy Forecast (Contributions - other) 5,000 AM Radio Station 7,000 Municipal Code Update 13,500 13,500 Holiday Peak Education Plan 3,500 Court Appointed Counsel 1,775 1,775 Office remodel -Administration 9,388 9,388 Lodge Tower & TOV vs Lodge Properties Et. AI. 15,000 87,556 33,451 Administrative Services: Town Clerk Remodel and Computer 8,040 8,040 Data Processing - sale of phone system 500 Banking fees 1,350 1,350 Additional Recruiting 44,192 Sales of Eagie County Profiles 800 Town Clerk substitute personnel , 9,900 Town Clerk - Election & Publication Fees 5,925 Admin Remodel 975 975 Postal Machine Repairs 425 425 Pop machine sales 2,300 Roundabout Information 3,300 Office furniture - Finance 1,300 1,300 79,007 12,090 Community Development: Professionai Fees \ Water Quality 10,288 10,288 . Building Permit Software Development 4,500 4,500 Computer 1,713 1,713 National Ski Area Annual Conference 1,200 1,200 Computer Hardware Upgrades 10,000 10,000 Environmental Award 500 500 Solid Waste Plan Donation 1,238 Additional Computer 1,705 1,705 Frorit Office Remodel 4,750 4,750 Storage Expansion 1,000 1,000 Departmental Retreat 500 500 Planner I Recruiting 2,000 2,000 39,394 38,156 Police: Police Ski Race Sgg TIPS Class fees 500 Firearm Training System 9,400 9,400 Weapon Cleaning System 2,200 2,200 Payment on Construction Note 16,400 16,400 Infection Control 10,000 10,000 39,089 38,000 3QTRSUP5.WK4 PAGE 1 11/21195 ~ ~ ADDITIONAL DEPT PROJECT 1995 SAVINGS No. EXPENDITURE OR PROJECT EXPENDITURES USED GENERAL FUND (CONTINUED): Public Works: Uniforms 4,642 4,642 Software Upgrade PMS 1,000 1000 TVNCR for PW Office gpp 600 Office Furniture _ 1,548 1,548 Transportation 7,790 7,790 - Unrforms 9,790 9,790 CDL Cones gpp 800 Radio - Bus Washer 750 750 Printer for schedules 1,500 1500 Bus Wash Janitorial 1,500 1500 Gypsum Bus Route 90,000 Beanery Bucks Promotion 6,500 110,840 14,340 Library Error in Retirement Contribution 2,645 Library Carpet 2,843 2,843 Grant Programs 10,000 Insurance 15,488 2,843 Insurance savings (110,000) Helipad premium 2,200 _ (107,800) 0 Contributions Increase in projected TCI franchise fee payable to Channel 5 2,600 Special Events - Celtic Festival Pay Vail Valley Foundation for'95 races 32,500 Retirement gift 3,000 38,100 0 SUBTOTAL: GENERAL FUND 309,464 146,670 7 3QTRSUP5.WK4 PAGE 2 11/21/95 PROJECT ADDITIONAL DEPT ' • No. EXPENDITURE OR PROJECT 1995 SAVINGS EXPENDITURES USED MAR4CETItdG Payment to W'fCB 18,290 18,290 POLICE COMFISCATION FUIVD: Limosine confiscation split with Eagle County 18,750 18,750 HOUSIMG FUND: Purchase of Arosa A-Frame 144500 Condominium Dues, Utilities, & repairs/maintenance 15,000 159,500 PARKING STRUCTURE FUMD: Uniforms 2,333 2,333 Radio Base Station 1,304 1,304 Copier 2,500 2,500 6,137 6,137 HEAVY EQUIPMEMT FUND: Uniforms 1,388 1,388 Misc Smail Tools 2,060 2,060 Misc Capital Tools 5,100 5,100 Radios 7,300 7,300 15,848 15,848 FACILITIES MAINTENANCE Uniforms 2,892 2,892 Muni Building Carpet 3,500 0 Facility Replacement Forecast 2,000 2,000 Carpet Parking Office 500 500 Dust Collection system Upgrade 10,000 10,000 Programmable Sign / Clxk for Terminal Building 3,000 3,000 21,892 18,392 GRAIVD TOTAL 549 881 187,047 3QTRSUP5.WK4 PAGE 3 ~ 1/21/g5 ( ' ORD9NANCE NO. 23 SER9ES OF 1995 AN OF3DBNANCE AMENDING CH,4PTER 2.48, COMPENSATION OF TONi/N OFF6C@ALS WHEREAS, the compensation for Town Council members and the Mayor have not been increased since 1981; and WHEREAS, it is believed a r°redes a&increase is appropriate to alleviate expenses incurred by Council members in the uoluntary~contribution of their time and effort in carrying out their duties and obligations as members of the Town Council; and WHEREAS, it is hoped that an increase in compensation will encourage and enable a larger segment of the Town of Vail's electorate to be able to contribute their time and effort in service to the community by serving upon Town Council; and WHEREAS, it has been observed that the time commitment of Town Council members and the Mayor and the workload required to fulfill their obligations has significantly increased. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAIfVED BY THE TOWIV COUIVCIL OF THE TOWfV OF VAIL, COLORADO THAT: 1) Section 2.48.010 and 2.48.020 shall be amended as follows: 2.48.010 Town Council. Each and every member of the town council elected in the election of council members in fVovember, 1997, and every succeeding election thereafter, shall receive, effective January 1, 1998, compensation in the amount of t?aa five hundred dollars per month for each and every month during his or her term of office. T~hereafter, commencmg on~' January 1,, u2002; compensation shaU_bme_ad~usted~every four years by_.~#he„Denuer Boulder "Consum Pr~ce Index" #or the preceding~four year penod aThis~procedureqis to be followed~foreach succeed~ng fourFVyear term 2.48.020 Mayor. The Mayor, as selected by the elected members of the town council, in accordance with the town charter, shall receive compensation, effective January 1, 1998, in the ~ . . . amount of fit~~ one tho _ .,;uSand dollars per month for each and every month during his or her term of office. Thereafter,~comrnencing on ,January, 1,~2002; 'compensation shal~be ad~ustedFeve,ry four~years~by the~Den~eraBoulder `iConsumer 3...,,... . . . . . . , F.rice Index" for~the prece0ingafour4year per~od ;ThisTprocedure is to be follow,edqfor each succeeding~four year~term:; 1 Ordinance No. 23, Series of 1995 2) Section 2.48.030 shall remain in effect without amendment. 3) If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall noX 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. 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 Municipal Code of the Town of Vail as provided in this ordinarice 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. 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, APPROVED, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL UN FIRST READING this 7th day of November, 1995, and a public hearing shall be held on this Ordinance on the 21 st day of November, 1995, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail, Colorado. Margaret A. Osterfoss, Mayor ATTEST: Holly McCutcheon, Town Clerk 2 Ordinance No. 23, Series of 1995 READ AfVD APPROVED ON SECOiVD READI(VG AiVD ORDERED PUBLISHED this _ day of 11995. Margaret A. Osterfoss, Mayor ATTEST: Holly McCutcheon, Town Clerk C:\ORD95.23 I II 3 Ordinance No. 23, Series of 1995 w TO: Vail Town Councii FROi1N: Community Development DATE: November 21, 9 995 SUBJECT: Overview of the Eagle River VVatershed Plan. Sfaif: Russ Forrest Io PURPOSEo • The Eagle River and its Yributaries are geographic features that are a shared resource in Eagle Counfy. Gore Creek and 4he Eagle River are sensitive natural features thaf provide habitat for a multitucie of plants and animals. It is a predominan4 visuaf resource as people drive down the I- 70 corrBdor. It also is a significant economic generator in that it provides commercial opporh.enities for rafiting, kayaking, and fishing. Also because it is a valued resource, property values adjacent to the Gore and the Eagle River are beneficially affected. The fundamental purpose of the Eagle River 1lVatershed Plan is to develop a common philosophy for maraaging and protecting this critical resource in our region. Participants in this plan include recreational interest groups, developers, water districts, Federal, State, County, and local agencies. This is a planning and guidance document rwhich does no4 create new regulations or polices. There are recommendations in the plan which could lead, as a next step, to the creation of new educational programs and poten4ially new regulations. For example, a PEC worksession is scheduled for January 8, 1996 to discuss how to better protecfi riparian vegetation. The issue of increasing the sYream setback standard will be analyzed to determine the best standard for Vail Which protects riparian vegetation while not unfairly impacting private property rights. Ooa BACQCGROUND This p9an has gone through several iterations. Through significant public input the plan has evolved #rom recommending mew regulations to having an emphasis on providing decision makers and the public with better information when making decisions that may impact the wa4ershed. The plan identifies goals for the watershed and a menu of actions which a comm-unity, Town, or land management agency can implement to achieve Yhose goals. Vail has already begun to work on many actions in the Plan through the Vail Nonpoint Souree Water Quality Plan and the Vail Environmental Strategic Plan. In addition, the Town is working with the U.S. Geological Survey to create a water quality and biological monitoring station on Gore Creek at Dowd Junction. III. SUMMARY OF CHANGES TO RESOLUTION #25 On November 14th, staff reviewed draft resolution #25 with the Town Council. The following changes have been made to the resolution to address Council's comments: 1) Council wanted to make it clear that this was a planning and guidance document. The following statement was inserted at the bottom of page 1 of the resolution to address this comment. "WHEREAS, the Eagle River Watershed Plan is a guidance document which identifies alternative actions to protect water resources in Eagle County." 2) On page 2 of the resolution, there is a list of specific actions recommended in the Plan which the Council would specifically direct staff to implement. Many of these actions are already being implemented through existing Town of Vail programs. A comment was made that future Council's should not be constrained to only implement this list if they feel that there are other applicable actions in the Plan that need to be taken. To address .this issue, a 10th point was inserted into the list which states: °10) Undertake other such actions as may be deemed necessary and apprapriate by the Vail Town Council to further the goals in the Eagle River Watershed Plan." IV. PEC & STAFF RECOWIMENDATION The Planning and Environmental Commission reviewed this plan on August 28, 1995 and voted unanimously to recommend tA the Vail Town Council that a resolution be adopted to implement the plan as feasible for the Town of Vail. Staff would recommend approval for the Plan for the following reason. 1) The goals and actions in the plan are consistent with the goals and objectives of the Town of Vail Environmental Strategic Plan, Nonpoint Source Water Quality Plan, and Land Use Plan. . 2) Adoption of the Plan would demonstrate support for a valuable regional partnership to protect a common resource - water quality and quantity. The Plan also provides a menu of options or actions to achieve commonly shared goals. 3) The Pian is a guidance document and does not create any new regulations. Imptementation of the Plan is at the discretion of the Town Council. However, there are specific actions identified on page 2 of the resolution that the Council would direct staff to implemerrt. Many of these actions the Town is already working on or will be working on as part of the implementation of the Nonpoint Source Water Quality Plan. Staff dces not anticipate any additional cost, over and above what has been approved in the budget in 1996, for the implementation of this Plan. r RESOLCBTIOiV fi10. 25 Series of 1995 ARESOLUT10R1 ADOPTING TtfE EAGLE RIVER WATERSHED PLAN APVD SETfIPdG FORT!-1 DEYAILS IN REGdRD TtiEREYO @R/9-IEFtEA-% water quality in Gore Creek and iYs tributarles has been_found to be negatively impacted by urban runoff through the Vail Nonpoint Source 1lVater Oua{ity Pfan; WHEREAS, the Tovan of Va+l obtains its airinking water supply from aliuvlal wells which draw • water from Gore Creek; WHEREAS, the Eagle River and it's trbutaries, which includes Gore Creek; (s a shared resource in Eagte County; WHEREAS, water trom the Eagle River will now be pumped into the Gore Creek Basin and water quatity (n Gore Creek and the Eagle River are interconnected; UNFOEREAS,regional'cooperation is needed in Eagle County to share information on water qualiry and quartYy to effectively protect and manage this resource; WHEREAS, Gore Creek and the Eagle River are critical natural resources which provide valuable habita4 ffor aquatic 6fe; , WHEREAS, Gore Creek and the Eagle River are a critical aesthetic feature and valuable for maintaining the alpine character of Vail; l1HEFtEAS. ihe Eagle River Watershed Plan compiiments the recommended actions in the Vail iVon Poin4 Source Pian and wifl provide a direction to protect and enhance water quality and the aesthetic value of Gore Creek and its tributaries. WHEREAS, the Eagte River Watershed Plan is a guidance document which identifies aliernative actions to protect water resources in Eagle County. . i . . ~ NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TQWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO THdT: . The Town Council hereby adopts the Eagle River Watershed Plan and specifically directs staff to: 1) Work on the creation of a new stream setback to improve protection of riparian vegetation; 2) Work with the Eagle River Watershed Committee to share information and to provide a . clearinghouse for that information; 3) Determine op4imat stream flows in Gore Creek; 4) Provide intormation to the Vail Town Council on the impacts to stream flow of projects that may impact stream fiow; 5) Implement the Vail Nonpoint Source Water Quality PBan to improve water quality In Gore Creek and take measures to improve trout habitat where appropriate; 6) Implement water conservation efforts in cooperation with the Vail Valley Water DisVict. 7) Acquire/proter.t riparian areas; 8) Investigate carrying capacity thresholds tor recreational use of Gore Creek and whether new regulations or programs are needed to protect the fishery; and 9) Develop an informational program to help identify where public access is on Gore Creek. 10) Undertake other such actions as may be deemed necessary antl appropriate by the Vail Town Council to further the goats in the Eagle River Watershed Plan. INTRODUCED, READ, APPROVED AND ADOPTED tlils _ day of . 1995. Margaret A. Osterfoss, Mayor , Holly McCutcheon, Town Cierk ; rw9"ftWdV.,14.d 2 . N ~ - / ~ ' 1 ~ m 1 . A RIV R Watershed Plan . I'WAL ~ AUGUST fl i9 1995 ~o e _ ~ y ~ ~ Li Eagle River atershed Plan s~MMARY Plan Purpose and Conterag: 1'he Eagle River VVatershed Plan outlines -a collaborative, local philosophy fior protecting and improving water quantity, water quality, wildlife habitat and recreational opportunities, and promoting compatible land use practices. The decision to initiate the Plan was based on a common belief among local jurisdictions that the Eagle River and it's tributaries are essential to our quality of life. This plan defines actions that can be taken to insure that the attributes of the watershed are protected and enhanced through the years to come. Development-of the Plan involved many people representing a broad range of interests and expertise. Through that process, issues of concern were identified that became the foundation of the plan goals (see Chapter 2). The recommended actions for . achieving those goals are a combination of educational, voluntary and regulatory suggestions. Each jurisdiction has the option for choosing which actions to implement but there are many opportunities for partnerships and cooperative efforts. The public participation phase of the planning process indicated there is sincere interest among local citizens about the watershed, particularly the Eagle River itself. fViany believe that the watershed is in an acceptable condition now but has the . potential to degrade as the iocal and regional population grows and subsequent demands for water quantity, developed land and recreation use increase. There is a strong desire to know more about the individual issues of water supply and demand, water quality status, wiidlife habitat status, development of recreational opportunities, and insurance of compatible land use practices that also consider the rights of private property owners. In response to the desire for increased knowledge and improved understanding, background information is presented in the Plan on each of the different watershed components - water quantity, water quality, wildlife, recreation and land use. This. Plan strives to be a single source of basic information on the watershed for the use by local citizens and decisions makers. i Plan Goals - Summarized: 1. lMPROVE THE COMMUlU/TY'S UNDERSTAND/NG AND /NTEREST /N WA TERSHED /SSUES 2. DEI/ELOP COOPERA T/VE EAND USE PLANN/NG PH/L OSOPH/ES .4ND TOOL S 3. DETERM/NE AND PROV/DE. OPT/MUM WATER QUANT/TY .4ND QUAL/TY _ 4. PRO TEC T OR RESTORE OPEN SPACE AND SENS/T/VE AREA S 5. PROTECT AND /MPROVE RECREA770Na4L OPPORTUN/T/ES Recommended First Steps: The recommended actions that can be taken to implement this Plan and meet the above goals are comprehensively listed in Chapter 3: Plan lmplementation as well as in each topic chapter. The following stand out as recommended first steps: 1. Establish the Eagle River Watershed Committee to oversee Plan implementation - a group consisting of citizens and local governments representatives, including elected officials, needs to direct this effort. Citizens provide insight and expertise, local government provides structure and staff support. - 2. Deve%p a Pub/ic Education Program about Watershed /ssues -.an important key to the success of this plan is to keep -the community interested and involved. 3. Create Annual Work Programs to ldentify f'riority Actions -select a project from each category, identify costs and responsibilities, and secure fundin_g. First year project examples include: an access improvement project, creation of a recreation map, a habitat improvement praject, regulatory review, a "?ater quality monitoring project and determining optimum water quantity flows. ii . EAGLE RIVER MANAGEMENT PLAN TABLE OF COIVTEiVTS Page Chapter 1. 0N~~~DUC`~~ON 4 Pro$69e o~ the Wagershed Paaroose andl Mse of the P8aau _ Geograph6c Scope of the Plan V8$@0n P9annung Process Background Relaglonsh'sp to Other Plans OtheP Water PBanning and Advocacy Efforts . Organszag6oav of the PIan Chapter 2. GOALS 7 ChapgeP 3. IMPLEMENTAT80N 8 Chapter 4. WAT~~ QUANT91fY 14 , Overview of Water Quaaatuty 9ssues and Objectaves Backgrouead . Water QuangBty Objectives and Recommended Actions Chapter 5. WATER QUAILOTY . 28 Overv6ew o$ Water Quantaty 8ssues and Object6ves Backgroaand Water Quantaty Objectives and Recomenended Actions Chapter 6. WaLDLaFE 39 . OvervBew off Water'Quangity 9ssues and Objectaves ' BackgPOUnd . Water Qanangi4y Objecgives and Recommended Actions Chapger 7. RECREAT00N 49 Overvaew of Water Quantagy Ussues and Object6ves BackgPOanuad Water Quaovga4y Objectives and Recommendec9 Actions Chapter 8. LAND USE 65 Odereruew of Water Quantity @ssues and Objectives Backgpound Water Quangoty Objectaves and Recocnmended Aetions . . L{ST OF APPENDICES Appendix A. AClCNOWLEDGEMEIVTS Appendix B. THE PLANNING PROCESS Appendix C. OTHEFi WATER PLANNING AND ADVOCACY EFFORTS Appendix D. GLOSSe4RY (includimg acronyms) Appendix E. STUDIES SPECIFIC TO THE EAGLE RIVER WATERSHED Appendix F. REFERENCES Appendix G. POTENTIAL FUNDING SOURCES Appendix H. RELATED REGULATIONS Appenc.,x I. PUBLIC t;OW1MENTS ON PLAIV FIRST DRAFT (Under Separate Cover) LIST OF TABLES Page Table 1. Eagle River Instream Flow Standards 15 . Table 2. Eagle River Instream Flow Deficits 20 Tabie 3. Solid, Salt, Nutrient Trends 29 Table 4. Fiecreation Use Statistics 52 Table.5. Comparative Population Figures 66 Table 6. Existing Town and County Stream Setbacks 67 LIST OF FIGl1RES Figure 1. Amount of InstreaQn Flow _ 18 Figure 2. Riparian Ecosystem Cross Section 71 LIST OF MAPS . . Watershed, Vicin6ty Map 3 . . . Water auantity 27 Water auality 38 Wildlife Habitat 49 Recreatimn Access 64 Land Use Patterns 78 2 , a o ~rtr . ooLCm =10 ooumr 9 W R0.14 pn0 RBtv P~BY'd C7 ~ ~y RfAB'!OI~Q& f- . ~ S' Q EA~JJ RLl V tLd 11 b V VATlL.d R0.J H1L.d D VICRNIll !1 MAP l7 L~ B fr' !d ~ ~~EIqD tteus~ , r . ~t s~rovq e~r~ ~avw ~°•p stts ~b • vw . ~o qlm€~twSII 1~.ar ~ ' ql3 ts v'.~ MN@S ~r9 u~ ~ oC'~7c:av0 uv.s.e ~xn 70 ~a GvPsum ¢ac~ ° ,o ~ O a aVM d . p q fi B.0 !Y A 8 A Y e QpqTU~ • 70 ~ 24 w 17 by 9 dr aoc ~ CROS3 G' 0 R(I S 8' ~ s~ v~ ess 63BVl1R ~ 94 SI'B0 RIAd ~ a ~ ~ ~ B ~ ~ ~ • . . w ~ ~Z N ° BA2ALp C07 V RO o' nov G06v 4070 ~ . POlq . FGI O N )00 . aav . RRS7 ~]GfiV . . ti IKdZ 007G11V CHAPTER 1: 111YTRODUCTION PROFILE OF THE EAGLE RIVER VUATERSHED The Eagle River watershed covers a drainage area of approximately 970 squace miles and has an average annual water flow of 415,000 acre feet. Elevations in the watershed range from 6;100 feet at Dotsero to.14,003 at the summit of. Mount of the Holy Cross. The Ea.gle River originates near the southeastern border of Eagle County at Tennessee Pass and flows northwest and then west for abo jt 77 miles to its co.1fluence with the Colorado River at Dotsero, 6 miles west of Gypsum. Homestake, Cross, Gore, Brush and Gypsum Creeks are the largest of the hundreds of Eagle River tributary streams. There are approximately 120 natural lakes and 8 reservoirs in the watershed. , Approximately 98% of the watershed land area is located in Eagle County. The remaining. 2% is located in Pitkin County in the Homestake Reservoir area. Approximately 75% percent of the land in the watershed is public land managed by the U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management. The.Eagle River watershed provides water supply for the majority of Eagle County's population and to several front range communities. PURPOSE AND USE ()F T'HE EAGLE RIVER WATERSHED PLAN The purpose of the Eagle River Watershed Plan is to ou$line a collaborative, local philosophy for protecting and improving water quantity, water quality, wildlife habitat and recreational opportunities, and promoting compatible land use practices. . This plan is a source of information and a statement of cooperative direction that is meant to be useful to the general public and local governmental entities for setting priorities and planning projects, and in making decisions regarding the.future of the Eagle River watershed. Many of the Plan recommendations are dependent on educational efforts by the local governments and agencies to promote voluntary actions and improved awareness. This Plan is not a regulatory document. The PJan does include recommendations far possible policy and/or regulatory revision related to the rivers and creeks. Generally, implementation of all regulatory recommendations and suggestions, such as river and creek buffers, will be up to the discretion of each jurisdiction and will require tailorong to meet the needs of each entity and address possible constraints such as existing land uses. . 4 . GEOGRAPHIC SCOPE OF THE PLAN The Eagle River liVatershed Plan addresses the entire Eagie Fiiver watershed which inciudes the Eagle. River, all ofi its tributary streams and the headvvater lakes and springs. This holistic, integrated approach reflects a local, regional and national desire to understand the °°big-picture°° of how watersheds function and respond to human impacts. A COnAM~N V9S~ON I~~R THE WATERSHED . ?hrough the planning pr-cess, a vision has emerged for Yhe future of the Eagle RivE;r vva2ershed. It is difficult to envision vvhat this region, and more specifically the Eagle River watershed, vvill be like 100 years firom now, but our vision should extend at least 2:0 to 50 years into the fiuture. The arision for the watershed is of... .....a netvvork of clear, mountain streams and river that provide good quality water in ample quantity for a self-sustaining, healthy fish population and efficient use by humans; .....open space and greenbelts along the river and streams that buffer the vvaterways from human land use impacts, and preserve the riparian areas that provide critical wildlife habitat and scenic vistas; .....land uses that respect the riparian and aquatic ecosystems and complemPnt the scenic character of the waterways; .....appropriate, non-disruptive and well-designed access to the river for passive and active recreation; .....an appreciation and respect from the residents of the watershed for the extraordinary resource that we share. The vision is achievable. Niany elements are in place currently, but will require diligence to cope with change and growth. Other elements of the vision need to be developed. en order to achieve the vision, it.is essential that all citizens in Yhe Eagle River watersh.ed ' come to a commori understanding that the river and tributaries are a critical component of our quality of lives and that it will require the cooperation and commitment of manyr to realize and sustain the vision. PLANNiBNG PROCESS BAC9CGROUND The Eagle IRiver 1n/atershed Plan (originally the Eagle River Management Plan) was initiated by local governn-ients-after, protection of the -Eagle 4;tiver-was-4derAafied as a top connmunity concern through town and County master planning forums and surveys. The perception among local citizens and community leaders was that the Eagle River and its tributaries are a-tremendous asset that has been frequently overlooked or degraded in.terms of water quality and quanti4y, adjacent land use impacts, aesthetic quality, recreation and habitaY . 5 values. Participants in the planning process have included citizens at-large, land owners, rafting, fishing and other special interesY groups, representatives of all the Towns in the watershed, and of State and Federal government agencies. A complete list of participanis is included in Appendix A. RELATIONSHIP TO OTHIER PLANS Most of the comprehensive pfanning. documents adopted by the Town and County governments include goals and policies regarding the Eagle River and its tributaries. This Plan expands on those goats and policies, giving more ,specific direction. It does iiot ~ replace those pians but is intended to supplement them. This plan should be revised as necessary to reflect the changing needs and priorities of the watershed and citizens. OTHER WATER PLANNIMC AND A?DVOCACY EFFORTS Northwest Colorado Council of Government's 208 Plan Update and Water Quality and Quantity Program, ihe Colorado. River Headwaters Forum and the Eagle River Assembly are all current efforts to formulate solutions to the many water quality and quanti$y issues faced in the watershed and the region. Additional information on each of these efforts is located in Appendix C. ORGANIZATION OF T!-IE PLAN The Plan is organized into chapters, each addressing aspecific topic identified through the planning process: Goals, Plan Implementation, Water Quantity, Water Quality, Wildlife, Recreation, and Land Use. _ Each Chapte.r includes discussion on: lssues identified during the process, Background to create.an understanding of the issues, and Objectives and Recommended Actions that should take place to implement the goals of the plan. It is not possible to entirely separate each issue because of the inherent relationships within the watershed. For exampfe, water quantity affects water quality, quantity, and quality affects wildlife habitat, land use affects quantity and quality and so on. Overlap between topics exists because of these relationships and in many cases, illuminates which actions are of greatest priority because several issues can be addressed by taking a specific action. 6 . R-;g ~ . CHAPTER 60 EAGLE RIVER WATERSHED PLAN.GOALS These goals represent the ideals and results towards vvhich the Plan is directed. They are statements of purpose that specifiy, on a general level, vvhat the Plan effort is intended to accomplish. I . 9ml2rowe ghe comenunitv's and dec6sion rraaker's understanding and interest an ghe watershed 'ussues of water quantity and quality, dvildlife habitat, recreation opportunities and land use impacts. 2. Deve9op coogerative IancD use Dlanning ghilosoDhies and tools for effective . protection ofi vvatershed attributes. 3. D@t@PP9'lYne aP1d K)POVICI@ 0l241mUP11 9N8t@P gU8r1t1 and qualitX to maintain a healthy and naturally self sustaining trout population as an indicator species of a healthy aquatic environmenfi and for a quality fishing experience. 4. PPOtect op restoPe wen soace and sensitive areas such as springs, wetlands, floodplains, riparian zones, critical habitat and other geographic features that are associated with the watershed. 5. ProHecY and 6mlorove recreational oe2portunities, such as fishing and boaYing, which. exist along the Eagle River and its tributaries. 7 CHAPTER 3: PLAN IMPLEMENTATION . ~ , %A'n ~ 3.1 BACKGROUND The implementation of this plan is expected to take place over several years and will require the commitment of all local officials and citizens and the direct guidance of a specific entity. .This plan is intended to. be integrated into .the work programs of the part•icipating local governments, agencies and special interest groups where appropriate. 3.2 RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: 1. Establish an Eagle River Watershed Committee . Since this Plan covers several jurisdictions and has involved a number of people, it is essential that a committed, cohesive group of people monitor and facilitate implementation of the Ptan. Membershia: Citizens, landowners, local government appointed and elected officials and _ staff, and local water and sanitation districts should be the central members of the committee. Participants should also include, as necessary, representatives of the Colorado Division ofi Wildlife, Colorado State Water Quality Control Division, Natural Resource Conservation Service, US Army Corps of Engineer, US Fish and Wildlife Service, US Forest Service, Bureau of,. Land Management and the Environmental Protection Agency and others. 15 members is recommended as the maximum size in order to maintain effectiveness. The involvement of government helps add structure and permanence to the effort. . . Protocol: • . The group should meet on a regular and continuing basis, for a minimum of five years following completion of this document. The Committee's role would be advisory, not regulatory. Recommendations of the Committee - could be acted on by local, state and federal agencies. Representatives from local governments would be responsible for reporting the progress of plan implementation to their elected and appointed officials and seeking their direction and commitment. Kev Functions: Key functions of this committee would be to 1) Oversee the continued implementation of the Watershed Plan, including prioritization of all actions. and 2) Generate and provide information/education on the watershed for decision makers (towns, County, etc.) and the, general public. . 8 1.Oversee 4he Cont'snuedl Implementation of the Watershed Plan. Following assembly ofi the Committee, an annual work and five year work prograrri would be developed and updated each year. That vvork program would include actions selected from the Plan that, through consensus, are determined to be ofi the highest priority for implementation. The vvork program should include actions/projects from each of the five plan topic areas: 1iVater Quantity, Water Quality, Wildlifie, Recreation,. and Land Use. Committee activities should include: * Developing work programs. * Developing and completing projects ° Developing/implementing an infovmation/educaPion program . * Cornpiling and assessing data * Coordinating enforcemenP efforYS ~ Arranging alYernative and partnership funding ~ Making application for grant fiunding . . Assisting local ofificials wiYh idenFifying impacPS on vvatershed # Coordinating and assisting with policy or regulatory revievv/revisions # Coordinating information sharing ~ Coordinating water quality, wildlife and recreation moniPoring . 2. Geneeate anc9 PPOVide Onfovrnation/Edu cat6on on the Eagle River Watershedl for "Decusion Makers" QTowns, Coannty, Water Distructs, etc.0 and the GenePeB PubEoc _ ,4n Education/Information program is essential to the successful protection of the river and tributary streams, and in turn the watershed as a whole. Tools that can be used include: . * Special events e.g. Eagle River Festival, clean-ups, etc. # Volunteer activities e.g. high school kids to help with bank . ' stabilization/enhancement projects, monitoring, etc. . * An annual "State of the River" report for public information. Sample topics: vvays that ciYizens can report water quality concern$ (e.g. illegal durriping, erosion control problems, fish kills, etc.); activities vvhich impact the watershed vvaters, riparian and sensitive areas and hDw those-activities -can be modified-to-fessen-or eliminate the impact (e.g. State 305 B Clean VVater Act report and program); access point infiormation; historical information, etc.); and what realtors, builders, developers and citizens should knovv about regulations that protect the river and tributaries . 9 ~ Promotion of water quality programs whicFi have been developed for schools . ~ Preparation of maps of recreation areas and sensitive areas and distribution to general public (see Recreation and Land Use chapter) ` Publicity in /ocal media on a regular basis (e.g. at least every six manths) to inform local citizens about watershed issues, events, actions * Progress reports every six months for presentation to the local elected and appointed officials of the towns and the county . * An.inventory of reference information such as aerial photos . of the Eagle River watershed for use in planning &,sd-management of the watershed; local, State and Fed (BLM, USFS, et.) regulations and enforcement procedure as they relate to land use and water features; - inventory of all information and studies related to the Eagle River; updates to the list of all relevant funding sources. 2. Develop a Prioritized Action Plan and Annual Work Program All actions recommended by the Plan are comprehensively listed below. These actions are not yet listed in priority order but will need to be generally prioritized as part of the work plan preparation previously recommended. The Plan is a dynamic document-and priorities are subject to change because of evolving conditions in the watershed. By preparing annual work programs, changing priorities can be accommodated. Priority should be given to those projects that: 1) are critical situations in need of attention before a situation further degrades, or 2) are immediate windows of opportunity that may be lost, or 3) can be implemented for minimal cost relative to the benefits achieved, or 4) will respond or resolve several issues simultaneously by taking action. , . The following items should be also addressed in the selection of priorities and the annual work programs: * Consultation with appropriate "Decision Makers" * Estimates of Probable Cost and Time * Funding Source(s) _ ` Identification of who will Coordinate and Participate in the project and specific roles . . 10 3e3o COMPREHENSB`~E UST OF RECOnAIVIEIVDED ACTIONS BY CHAPTER ; OMPLEMENTAT90N Recommeraded Actions: Establish an Eagie River VVatershed Committee (pg.8) Cenerate and Provide Information/Education (pg.9) . L?evelop a Prioritized Action Plan and A?nnual !n/ork Pro.grams (pg.10) WATER QUANTITY Recomrnended Actions: Defierrriine Optimal Bnstream Floevs (P9.22) Determine Water Supply Thresholds (pg.23) l9tilize the Colorado River Decision Support System (pg.23) Obtain Water Plan Review Assistance (pg. 23) Revievv/Develop Master Plan Policies Specific to Water Issues of Supphy, Demand and Capacity (pg.24) Adopt a Local Position on Augmentation Plans (pg.24) Encourage Consolidation of Special Districts (25) VVork with Front Range Communities.(pg.25) Implement Water Conservation Measures (pg.26) Investigate Grovvth Management Tools (pg.26) Investigate Storage and Engineering Solutions (pg.27) . . WATER Q19AL8TY Recomrnended Actions• Inventory and Coordinate Water Quality Monitoring Efforts (pg.33) Apply for Water Quality Program Funding (pg.33) Determine Local Water Quality Plan Needs and Draft a Model Plan (pg.33) Develop Public Information Program about Local Water Quality (pg.33)' 11 I Develop Wellhead Protection Programs to Protect Drinking Water (pg.34) Implement Appropriate Best Management Practices (pg.34) WILDLIFE Recommended Actions: Implement Measures to Protect and Improve Water Quantity and Quality (pg. 45) lmplement Habitat Improvement Projects (pg.46) - Support Efforts to Prevent Spread of Infectious Disease to Local Fish Populations (pg. 47) Review/Revise Fishing Bag Limits and Regulations (pg. 47) Review/Revise Drainage and Transportatinn Regulations (pg.47) Inventory Riparian Zones and Habitat Boundaries (pg. 47) Acquire Riparian Lands (pg.48) ' . Implement Stream Buffer Standards (pg.48) Preserve Wildlife Corridors to Riparian Areas (pg.48) Develop or Improve Appropraate Access (pg.48) Request Mitigation Trust Funds (pg.48) . . Manage Noxious Weeds in Riparian Areas (pg.48) Manage Livestock in Riparian Areas (pg. 48) Restrict Access into Critical Watershed Areas (pg.49) Monitor Critical Areas (pg.49) Provide Buffer Zones (pg.49) _ Designate Watchable Wildlife Sites (pg.49) ' 12 RECR~AT9ON Recommended Actions: , Cooperatively Initiate Carrying Capacity Study (pg.55) Cooperatively Study Fishery Conditions (pg.55) Develop Recreational Maps for Public (pg.56) Revievv7Fievise Fishing.and 8oating Regulations (pg:56) Improve Existing Public Access Points (pg:57) ' Create Appropriate New Public Access Points (pg: 58) Implement River A?ccess Improvement Guidelines (pg.58) Preserve or Crea2e Access*Yhrough Land Development wrhere Appropriate (P9.59) LAP~D USE Recommended Actions: Create Comprehensive Watershed Maps (pg.69) ' Develop iUlaster Plans #or each of the Tributary Valleys (pg.71) Implement a Cooperative Enforcement Program of Existing Regulations (P9.71) _ Fievise River/Creek Setbacks fior Consistency and Sensitive Lands Protection (P9.71) . Locate Compatible Land Uses Adjacent to Rivers and Streams (pg.74) Devetop River/Creekfront Design Standards (pg.74) . . Analyze Ability Yo Supply ,4dequate Water (pg.74) Analyze Golf Course and Ski Area Proposals (pg.75) -Devetcrp-aModel Sensitive Lands-Overlay-ZoneApg. 75) Revievv Related Regulations (Floodplain, !/Vetland, Drainage) for Effectiveness and Possible Revision (pg. 79) 13 improve Local Authority on 35 Acre Exemptions (pg.78) Protect Riparian Lands as Highest Open Space Priority (pg.78) Jointly Pursue Open Space Funds (pg.78) GuaFantee Open Space as Perpetual (pg.78) . Maintain Public Lands as Open Space (pg.78) Develop Parks, Trails and Access S,ces Adjacent to Waterways where Appropriate (pg.78) Support Local Ranching Activities (pg.78) . . . 14 . ~ 6 ' A CHAPTER 4: ~ATER QUa4NT6TY 4.1 OVERV9EW OF WATER QUANTSTY BSSl1ES AND OBJECTsVES Several vvater quantity issues and concerns were identified and discussed during tpie planning process: Water Qa~ant'oty Ussues: _ Lack ofi Water Supply Information and EducaYion Lack ofi Cooperative Water and Land llse Planning between Water Districts and Local Land Use °'Decision Makers°' Increasing Water Supply Demands and Impacts Instream Flow Deficits , Optimal Flow Unidentified In response to.the identifiied issues and concerns, and in suppore of the goals for the.Plan, the followring objectives were developed: . Water Quantity Objecg6des: 1• Improve Water Quantity Inforrnation and Availability of Iraforcnation for LocaB "Dec6sion Makers" and Catizens 2. Deeelop Cooperatave Land Use and Water Planning PoBicBes that p?ddress Futuve Growth, Water SIllppIy aPid StP@8m FIOw P70teC$10n 3. ES¢an6nage Onstream F90w Def6cBts • 4.2 BACKGROU6VD In Colorado and in other western states, water quantity has been one of the mosi important issues for growth. Competition for vvater has been intense between front range and west slope water users as weli as between vvestern states. Where ample water and vvater rights exist, communities, recreation, and agriculture have flourished. V1/hile Water rights and trans-basin diversions have always been a issue in Ea.gle County, it has only recently been realized that human water.demand in Eagle County may exeeed the supply constraints. Water supply issues also affect natural and recreational resources associated vvith the watershed. , 15 Stream Fiow Characteristics . . Stream. flow can be measured as cubic feet per second (CFS) or as stream discharge measured in acre feet (see glossary for definitions). An acre foot is approximately the area of a football field with 1 foot of standing water. An acre foot is considered to be an average quantity of water a family of four nee:ds in one year (per Colorado Water Education Foundation). DisCharge of the Eagle Ri.ver; as historically measured at a stream gauge below Gypsum Creek, averages about 415,000 acre feet per year. Most of this stream flow occurs in a short period in response to rnelting snowpack. About 75 percent of the average annual flow of the Eagle River occurs during the three months of May, June, and July. Instream Flow Characteristacs /nstream f/ow amounts are determined by the Colorado Division of Wildlife and Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB). Instream flow siandards are intended to "preserve the. natural environment to a reasonable degree" (CRS 37-92-102(3)). Instream flows are identified by determining the flow necessary to sustain aquatic life. Table 1 summarizes instream flow standards during different times of the year along the Eagle River. Table 1. Eagle River Instream Flow Standards EAGLE RIVER SECTION INSTREAM FLOW (CFS) STANDARD SUMMER WINTER Cross Creek to Gore Creek 50 20 Beaver Creek to Lake Creek 85 35 Lake Creek to Brush Creek 110 45 Brush Creek to Colorado River 130 50 NOTE: Summer = May 1 through September 30; Winter = October 1 khrough April 30 Existing Water Storage FaciliYies Dams and reservoirs are typically constructed for flood control and to capture a portion of the spring runoff so that water can be stored for release during drier periods of the year. ° 16 ~ W-dW Vj , ~ There are six- water storage facilities in the Eagle River Basin: . 1. Homestake: The largest reservoir is Homestake Fieservoir vvhich is located high in the headwaters of the Eagle on U.S.F.S. land southeast o# Red Cliff. Homestake reservoir delivers approximately 20,000 acre fieet , per year Yo the cities of Aurora and Colarado Springs. Its storage capacity is 43,000 acre feet. Recently, a three year agreement was signed betdveen Aurora and a group of local water provider districts that calls for the release of 300 acre feet of water from Yhe Homestake , Reservoir to augment flows in the Eagle River during dry periods. 2. Clirmax Fieservoirs: Climax, 6lnine has 4wo private reservoirs in the Eagle River watershed, Eagle Park and Robinson Reservoir, which togethnr have a 6,000 acre foot capacity and were built fior indusYrial purposes at the mine, tailings impoundment and distilling. The Eagle Park Reservoir is currently being reclaimed and could be available for augmenting flows in the Eagle River watershed. 3. Black Lakes: Black Lakes are located on the vvest side of Vail Pass. Black Lakes 1& 2 Reservoirs were constructed by the Colorado DiNision of Wildlife are used for recreation and augmenting flows in the Eagle River dvatershed (specifically Gore Creek). The two lakes have a total capacity of 300 acre fieeY, a portion of which is available for augmentation. 4. Nottin4ham Lake: IVottingham Lake is located within Town of Avon and has a 100 acre feet storage capacity. "fhe major use of the lake is recreation. _ 5. Svlvan Lake: In November of 1994, the Town of Eagle and the Colorado Department of Natural Resources signed an agreement to utilize Sylvan Lake to provide storage for the Town of Eagle. , 6. Lede Reservoir: This is a private reservoir on U.S.F.S land south of Gypsum. It was constructed for agricultural uses but some water is . leased to Gypsum. It is also used for public recreation. Water R6ghgs Since the Eagle River is in the headwaters ofi the Rocky i1ilountains, water availability is very dependent-orT-precipitation;-particularly snowfall:---Ttre-ability to ~use the water for a consumptive use is dictated by water rights. A~very simplified explanation of water rights is that water users must acquire water rights to use water vvhen there is no available un-allocated water. Water rights have a q+uantiYy 17 a . m associated with the right and a priority date (the year tlhe right was decreed). Water users with the oldest or most seniar water rights have the first priority foP water during dry periods when there is not ennugh water to meet all demands. The most senior rights and the largest water right holders in the upper Colorado River are the Shoshone Power Plant and farmers in the Grand Junction area (referred to as -the Cameo Call). When the Eagle and Colorado rivers are Iow, these water users have the first priority for water usage during these times. This affects how much water can be diverted or used in the Eagte River during low flows. Water Usage In the Eagle River there are two major uses of water: aJ Trans-Basin Use . bl ln-Basin Use Both types of users are affected by the.available water and the water rights in the basin. The map following this chapter is a map of the Eagle River watershed that displays municipal diversions (in- and trans-basin) and where water is returned from waste water treatment facilities (in-basin). Trans-Basin Use Trans-Basin Use involves transporting water from one wvatershed to another via diversion systems. There are four diversions that take water out of the Eagle-River watersFved and ' transport it to certain front range cities: TMese diversions include the: 1. Wurtz Ditch (City of Pueblo) 2. Ewing Ditch (City of Pueblo) . 3. Columbine Ditch (City of Pueblo) 4.- Homestake 1 Project (Cities of Aurora and Colorado Springs) Together these diversions transport aparoximately 34,000 acre feet of water to the fron range each vear. Trans-basin.uses result.in a 100% consumption of water since none of the 34,000 acre feet is returned to the Eagle River watr:rshed. Diversion points are depicted on the map accompanying this chapter. Timing of Trans-Basin Diversions ; It is imoortant to note when out-of-basin diversions occur in relation to stream flow in the Eagle River. Figure 1. depicts stream flow for an average year and a dry year. Trans-basin diversions occur during the spring melt-off when flows are at their highest and can not legally occur during low flow periods because of the existing senior vwater _ 18 ~ , rights on the Colorado River. This basically reduces the intensity of spring melt flows and does not affect in-basin uses. it should be noted that high spring flovvs are importarit for °°filushing" sediment out of the river in order to maintain optimal aquatic habitat (Calow, 1992). However it is not known how much of a°'flushing°' effect is needed to manntain optimal habitat fior aquatic life in the Eagle River. Figure 1. . . . CONCEPTUAL DIAC;RAiiA OF fEAGILE RO!lER STREAl1A FLOW Average Year Dey Year . Stroem Flmv ' . ,`:Tk+no - 9pofn 3>;. 1 . Xh%k"0-100) 0 3 Goo„ LL o ow~ow.m E LL m cc d m was 05 .4- Ealatvg y O StrorJn Fbe7 . O C ~ ~ . ~ E ~ E . ~ . • ~ an - eman SWwn Rbcr Doplodon . G69fG1PpJ111 ~ ~T1Iw1 a.e~ 4 :•~..e~ Mauen Flor+ ` . . a m... ~ Deftn ' '~p - ~°•e_eavumw alu,o ~ ~ • Q .ron. Fob. b~r. Aw. ~ O•~ Rdiy. Jun. U. AM• 3o0L Oet kVu. Q~ . xf. Foo. heer. n.. abv. Jo.n. pd. A.G. 9amt oat A~. . Source: Eagle Rieer Assembly Phase I Report, 1994 19 /n-Basin (local) Use In-basin water use consists of all water uses that take water from the watershed for use within the watershed. In-Basin water users in Eagle County divert water from the Eagle and it's tributaries but unlike trans-basin users, they typically return a significant portion of the water diverted back to the Eagle Fiiver watershed. Therefore, it is critical tn look at where, when, and how much water is diverted and where, when and how much water is returned to the Eagle River. The following is a descrip$ion of in-basin water user:s and typical return flows: 1) Domestic users take water out, treat it, provide ic foe homes, and businesses, treat it at a waste water treatment facility (typically down river from the diversion), and then return approximately 90% of the water originally diverted. However, it should be acknowledged tFiat there can be a significant depletion in stream flovw between the points where water is diverted and returned at a waste water treatmient plant. . 2) Snowmaking usually takes water from the river in October, IVovember and December. Approximately 80% of the water is returned during the spring melt (when flow is high) and the rest is lost to evaporation. 3) Golf Courses also divert water for irrigation. A well- managecl golf course uses water efficiently in that they only divert what is needed to maintain the turf. However, well-managed golf courses are considered to be 100% consumptive because there is typically no measurable return flow. In other words, the water applied to a well managed golf course is used by the grass and is lost to evaporation with no measurable water running back into the watershed. ' 4) Agricultural users in Eagle County iake water out at established diversion points through .irrigation systems to grow feed for livestock. Return flouvs can vary significantly depending on the quality of the irrigation system but can range up to 50%,. with the rest being lost to evapnration, plant use and deep percolation. Agricultural. ~ return flows can.be valuable in augmenting late summer flows through the slow (relative to surface run-off) lateral percolation of water from irrigated fields to streams. Although domestic water usage may be more efficient than agriculture, agricultural land can have a significant benefit to return flows during the later part of the summer when natural stream flows are low. The relative consumptive use of irrigation and domestic use is a crotical issue in Eagle County and should be examined more. fully. In-Basin Water Management Within the watershed there are several entities that manage supply and distribution, according to their particular water rights. The majority. of these entities were specifically created in response to a specific land development project with the exception of the town- owned and operated systems. Nearly every district ha> a board of directors that overseas . 20 ` . . , . opePeYiOn: APPOdNhBad RH@4P0 WBYBP DISYPICY Beaver Creek Me2ro Water District Bellyache Ridge fiNetro Water District Berry Creek MeYro Water DisYric4 Eagle-Vail NNeYro Water District Eddvards Metro Water Dis2ricx Lake Creek AAeadows Water District Squawr Creek Metro Water DisYricY Upper Eagle Regional Water Authori4y , Upper Eagle Valley ConsolidaYed Sanitation District° Vail Valley Consolidated V1/ater Distric4 Town of NNinturn . . . Tovvn of Red Cliff Town of Avon Towrn o# Eagle Toven of Gypsum °UEVCSD manages water and sanita4ion for all of 4he IisYed distric.ts and the sanitation for the towns of ,4von, NflintuPn and Avon. Water Defacats Stream flowrs have been below minimum instream flow standards during the late summer and winter during dry years. The frequency and duration ofi minimum instream flowr deficits (depending on the location on the Eagle River) varies from once every 1 to ci years. Table 2. Ons4ream Floma Defici4s Section of Eagle E3iver Vns4ream Floenr Standard Estima4ed Frequency of Estima4ed Frequiency Summer/Win4er Flow Shoreage - Summee ofi Flow Shortage - UVin4er Cross Ck-Gore Ck 50/20 cfs 1 in 5-10 years 1 in 10 years Gore Ck - Beaver C!c 85/35 cfs 1 in 5-10 years 1 in 5-10 years Beaver C!c - Lake Ck 85/35 cfs 1 in 2 years 1 in 5-10 years Lake Ck - Brush Ck 110/45 cfs 1 in 5-10 years 1 in 5-10 years -Brush CEc - Colorado 130/50 cfs 1 in 5-10 years f1Aay not occur A shortage is assumed to occur when stream flow is less than the instream flow standard for aperiod exceeding several consecutive days. (Source: Eagle River Assembly, Phase I Report, 1994) Fish °'kills°°--hade-beeA--rworded by- the Colorado Divasicw,4&#-1Ali4d li#e vvhen flows have been above instream filovvs perhaps indicating that minimum flows may not be adequate -[o protect trout populations throughout 2he length of the Eagle River. It should also be noted that historic flovvs dropped belovv minimum instream flow standards on portions of the Eagle River before 4here either in-basin or trans-basin diversions. This would suggest . . 21 s 0 . ° s that there may have aiways been stress on trout populations during natural low flow periods. Additional biological monitoring is needed to determine the relationship between water quantity/quality and biological indicators. It is estimated by the Eagle River Assembly (1994) ihat to increase stream flow tn minimum instream flow levels, an additional 3,300 to 4,000 acre feet of water ne:eds to be stored and released into the Eagle River during dry times of the year, typically late summer and early winter. The same report_estimates that 5,200 to 6,500 acre feet may be needed to increase stream flow ensure minimum instream flow as' the County approaches "build-out" of developments approved as of 1994. A separate report: . commi.sioned by Eagle County estimates that in July 1995 there are approximatley 11,000 units unbuilt but approved indicated that the demand for water is sure to increase. 4.3. WATER QUANTITY OBJECTIVES AIVD RIECOMIVIENDED ACTIOIVS 4.3.1 Objective: IMPROVE WATER QUANTITY AND STREAM FLOW INFORIMATION AND AVAILABILITY OF INFORMATION FOR LOCAL "DECI;510N . MAKERS" A?ND CITIZENS Local understanding of water quantity needs to be increased, especially in.relatioru to new and proposed growth. Water authorities and governmental ("decision makers") eritities need to work closely together to ensure water manageinent is congruent with plainned development. Recoenmended Actions: 1. Determine Optimal Cnstream Flows The public and officials expressed concern regarding the adequacy of ' instream flow standards set by the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB). The issue was raised that optimum flows be identified that maintain a healthy and naturally self sustaining trout population. 'fhis flow standard should be based on biologicafly defensible criteria and should be used as a target (goal) flow in the local review of development. As a priority of the Eagle River Watershed Committee (see Implementation, Chapter 3), establish a cooperative effort between the Division of Wildlife, CWCB, recreationists, water users/providers iind governing entities to determine an optimal flow for the Eagle River and . tributaries that has defensible criteria. This optimal flow should tl'len be used as a target.flow when reviewing projects that may affect water r . , 22 ~ . resources. The Eagle River Management Committee could initiate the effort, in cooperation with other on-going vvater planning groups. This . effort should also include a complete study of water use in the watershed by identifying major water consumers in the dvatershed, consumptnve use, actual supply, and estimated projected demand for the entire vvatershed. The Committee along with area water users may want to request c;hanges to instream flovv standards to the CWCB based on the analysis done to. determine optimal flovvs. . 2. Determane WateP Supply Thresho9ds Local land use planning and waLer planning efforts must identify crit:,;al thresholds for growth. For instance, aWaste Water Treatment Plan has a capacity to treat the vvater of a certain number of households before needing to be upgraded. Critical thresholds shoutd be identified in planning efforts and the consequences of exceeding thresholds should be clearly identified to decision makers. 3. Ut68sze 4he Co9ovado 63Bver Decis6on Support Systern Utilize the Colorado River Decision Support System to make informed decisions related to water quantity. This is a state sponsored computerized system that has stream flow information and modeling capabilities to allow water planners to make informed decisions on water development projects. This system is planned to be available in 1996 or 1997. 4. Obga6n Waaer Ptan Review Ass6stance County and applicable towns should collectively contract with a water analysis consultant on an as needed basis to revievv proposed vvater pBans for proposed development, to augment review services currently provided for some projects by the Colorado Division of Water Resources. 4.3.2. Objectove: DEVELOP COOPERATI\/E 9.AND l1SE AND 1NATER PLAIVNIIVG. POLBCIES THAT ADDFiESS FUTURE GROWTH, WATER Sl1PF'Ll( - AND STREAM FL0W PROTECTIOB!! During the citizen participation process fior this plan, major concerns came to light tlhat 1) grovvfih in the watershed should be based on water availability and other natural anc9 man-made Y-hreshutds,-and -2? current -rates of grovvth--can ~~e-supported withoul: degrading aquatic habitat, recreation, and the aesthetic value of the Eagle River and its major tributaries unless steps are taken to reduce water demand or increase water supply. 0 23 e v e Recommended Actions: 1. Review/Develop Master Plan Policies Specific to Water Issues of Supply, Demand and Capacity The County and Towns should act on the citizen recommendation (obtained through public input) 'that planning efforts (e.g. Eagle County Master Plan, Town Master Plans) should provide specific recommendations for directing growth and development based,on critical natural and man-made thresholds, particularly water availability. For example the Eagle River Asserr,ily Phase I Report iridicates that if build-out (maximum development based on current zoning) occurs in the Eagle River watershed that the frequency of instream deficits wil8 increase. Planning efforts providing guidance for future growth should recognize and specifically address that there are three basic alternatives to . manage new growth from a water quantity viewpoint: 1) Increase caQacitv for arowth: Water management techniiques (water storage, conservation; pump back systems) must be implemented; 2) Don't increase caoacitv for growth: permit development only if it does not significantly degrade stream flows or aquatic,habitat or if a significant public benefit is achieved (i.e. affordable hou;?in9)-; OR ' 3) Take no action:. Take no action to manage water resources and no action to manage growth. This will result in increased stream flow deficits and aquatic habitat will be degraded. . The critical issue is that decision makers and the public -understand the . conseyuences of a policy direction. 2. A?dopt a Local Position on Augmentation Plans Colorado water law allows "water augmentation" as a means to allow diversion of water by a junior water right when this junior right would otherwise be out-of-priority and unable to diven water. An .__.,,_augmentation plan typically reptaces-{ar-au9ments)-the amount of water consumed by a junior water right with water from a reservoir, or with water previously used for another purpose such as irrigation. By replacing . the amount of water consumed, the amount of water available to senior downstream water rights (such as the Shoshone and Cameo wat:er- rights . ~ 24 _ , ~ . . ~ on the Colorado River) is not diminished. In the Eagle Fiiver V1/atershed, augmentation is most commonly filed fiar from Green 6Vlountain Reservoir in the Blue River watershed in Summit County. An augmentation plan filed on Green IiiiiounYain Reservoir grants the legal right to writhdrawr water from the Eagle River watershed and replenish dvith vvater that flovvs into the Colorado River rather than the Eagle River. This technique, vvhile legal, deprives the Eagle River ofi water flow and consequently effects the frequency of instream flow deficits, the dilution fiactors for vvater quality, aquatic habitat and other aspects. Local entities should adopt the position that vvater augmentation plans must directly benefit the instream flows in the Eagle River watershed and urge legal decision makers and CWCB to support that local position., Additionally, local development approvals should be made on the condition that deliverable water exists vvhich does not reduce instream flows at any time ofi the year. Discussions vvith the CWCB on vvater augmentation plans could help develop local criteria for development approval. 3. Encourage Consolidation of SpeciaB Districts Encourage consolidafiion of Special Districts where there is an ecoiiomic benefit to consolidation and service levels can be maintained or enhanced. Through the development process, discourage the proliferation of small service districts. Do not approve the creation of new districts when services are available from an existing district. 4. Work with FPOnt Range Cornrnunities Area water interests should continue dialogue with the front range communities so that there is clear communication on any proposeci . diversion projects and use of conditional water rights. This pro-active , approach may eliminate confilicts and costly legal proceedings in regard to diversion proposals. 4.3.3. Objecgive: ELBMBNATE BBVSTREAM FLOW DEFICITS Stream flows currently drop below minimum.instream flovv standards due to natural cycles and human inftnences:---As the county-continues to-devetop;-such-deficits will likely increase in frequency. The recommended approach to addressing the streaen flow issue is to first determine the opgimaB flow of wateP needed in the Eagle River and it's tributaries during different times ofi the year, and evatuate the followring recommended actions to determine the best local approach to obtain an optimal flovv vvhile still complying with ~ • • s L5 ~ v ~ Colorado Water Law. Recommended Actions: 1. Implement Water Conservation Measures Every effort should be taken to first implement conservation rYOeasures to encourage responsible use of local water resources. Significant information exists from the water authorities on water usage which could aid in creating a conservation program. Several of the water distUicts in . Eagle County have already implemented water conservation programs to address capacity issues with water delivery and treatment. Local entitic.s should build on this success and deterrnine how to implement and expand water conservation throughout the Eagle River watershed. Conservation efforts can be fashioned so that they conserve water and preserve water rights. For example, water saved throiigh conservation can be donated to . the CWCB for a specified period and retrieved later when needed to accommodate future growth. More information on the issue of water conservation is being compiled by the Bureau of Reclamation to look at issues such as instream flows and other items. That is titled :Guidelines and Criteria for Evaluating Water Conservation Plans. Several specific ideas to examine in improving water cc,nservation efforts include: a1 providing water audits on buildings and residences so that cost effective conservation measures can be suggested to property owners. b) develop educational materials to improve water conservation on irrigation and golf courses. c) encourage the use of "recycled" or "gray water" (i.e. domestically used but untreated water) systems .for landsc~ping . . and golf course irrigation. Incentives for these type of systems are usually rising cost and availability of raw or treated water supply. d) determine whether County and local building codes should be modified to require water conservation devices. e) cost-share with water authorities to hire a water conservation specialist to assist residential, commercial, and agricultural water users to improve conservation techniques. f) Encourage appropriate users to use recycled water where feasible - 2. Inrrestigate Growth Management Tools Growth management tools can balance the rate of growth with nat-ural : 26 I ' ~ and man-made carrying capacities and -community values. The follovving are recommended methods to investi4ate: a) Evaluate all proposals involving water use (development, upzoning, snowmaking operations, etc.) on dvhether they contribute Yo minimum insYream flow deficits (or optimal flow when established). Area decision makers should be informed during the development review process if the project is expected to create deficits without adequate mitigation (e.g. °'wet water°' delivered to Yhe Eagle River) so that decisions can be made with a full unaerstanding of the impacts and benefit~.. b) Buy development rights or property through local open space funds to reduce the rate ofi in-basin vvaYer consumption . c) Grant dvater taps or building permits in increments based on estimated water supply thresholds (e.g., waste water treatment capacity or point at which diversions increase the frequency of . instream flow deficits) or adopted land use policies for growth. 3. Vnvestigate Storage and Engineering Solutions Investigate the following storage and engineering solutions to reduce the firequency of stream filow deficits and augment supply: a) It is recognized that some form of storage may be needed to protect and enhance stream flows during low flow periods. A ' reservoir or several small reservoirs could provide additional water storage for the Eagle River watershed. A reservoir proposal would need to carefully evaluate the environmental impacts Ipositive and negativel, evaluate hydrologic irripacts to the Eagle River, examine ` . the socio-economic pros and cons, and provide a long-term : • solution for water usage in the Eagle River watershed. The cost for a reservoir ranges from $1,500 to $8,000 per acre foot of yield (release) and can take a considerable amount of time to design, receive permits and build. Reservoir development must be addressed through specific proposals ihat are subject to the appropriaYe federal, state and local governmental processes at the time they are formally proposed. Reservoirs may also have potential recreational benefits. b) Pump back systems, such,as betvveen Dowd Junction and Vail, can help increase flows in between diversion and return flow points. VVhile useful in specific areas,. they are not a vvatershed-wride solution for improving flows. Environmental • . 27 . a . ' . impacts to air quality and from nncreased water temperatures would need to be addressed with any proposal.. c) Return flows for domestic use should be located in close proximity, to diversions. d) When legally possible, .require consumptive uses such as golf course and snow making operations to incorporate storage in the golf course and snow making operations to mitigate the irnpacts of. . ' their seasonal withdrawals. . i ~ ' ' . 28 . r~. . Eti1G~~ ~IVER 17p A11 ERSHED ary WA`~~~ QUAI~~ITY ISSUIES . WATERSHED BOUNDARY e'..9 .s~ . ~^r ~ L EG E ND ~ / ai/Q ~ c{ 1 g i~ r q Y r c~ t i~` ~ ~ ~ STA7E OF COLORADO FOREST SERNCE ~ . ae4~ f .Jd ~ r'0,. '•~,.n.f,.i:5,, BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEIAENT PRIVA7E lMlD A9UNICIPAL DIVERS1oN5 -FY ^ ~SGf - w y~ ? TREATED WASTEVYATER RETURNS STORAGE INSTitfAM FIOW DEFICITS , , (OTNER OEFICITS PERIOpICALLY S`. occuR ON TaieurnRiES) WATERSHED BOUNDARY NOT$'. fAGLE CrOUKN 1) DAIE OF MAP - JILY. 1995 ' . _ _ _ . ,'Y ~ r -;4 ~ ' 2) RAW WAIER 07d6A710N ORqIEg PITKIN COUNT1f k C~ M/D MUNIqPAL qEliS NOT SHOIYl+. C) 7n?" i . t~ ~ C8~1APTER 5: ~i~9A~'ER QUALe~'Y ~ 5.1 OVERV9EW OF WATER QUALITY 9SSUES A6VD OBJECTeVES Several water quality issues and concerns vvere identified and discussed during the planning process: . YVatev QuaB6ty Ussues: . Water Quality Monitoring and Funding Not Coordinated Public Information and Education Lacking Runoffi Associated with Land Use/Water Quality Impacts Increasing Drinking Water Quality Protection Needs to be fViaintained Water Quality Linkage to Water Quantity Critical Water Augmentation Plans and Instream Flow Needs Conflict In response to the identified issues and concerns, and in support of the goals for ihe Plan, the following objectives and recommended implementation actions vvere developed: Water QuaOEgj! ObJeC$9FleS: 1 . COOPdOna$e FA/a$eP Ql9aIt$j/ PrO9PamS 2. QoPea$e S$P069geP L9P1ka9@ Between Water Quality and Water QuantiYy PSaP9P11PU9 - " . 3. Minumize Water Quality Ompacts from Runoff Associated vorith Varoous dand Uses 5.2 [~~~~~~~UND . . . Based on citizen comments through public meetings, written material, and surveys,-the public perceives many threats to the river. Generally speaking, water quality in the Eagle River and its tributaries meet or exceed Yhe,state water quality standards for agricultural and domestic uses, the protection of aquatic life and recreation uses. Fiowever, evater quality in certain segmenYs of the Eagle River is negatively impacted by natural causes as vvell as human activiYies including: agricultural practices, constructiora activities, hazardous materials spills, mining, road sanding, recceation, urban stormwater and snowmelt runoff, water diversions, and vvastewater treatment plant discharge. Most of 4he developrnent in the watershed (as in most mountainous areas) occurs along valley bottoms in fiairly close proximity to vvater features. As the vvatershed becorries 30 more developed, specific actions to protect water quality will be necessary. Improving water quality in degraded areas of the watershed will require even more effort. Examples of Eagle Rider and Tributary Water auality Issues Disso/ved Solids, Salt. Concentrations, Nutrients A study sponsored by the Town of Vail found that in.Gore Creek, dissolved solids, conductivity, and nutrient concentrations have gotten worse between 1979 and 1991, due to development.in the Vail area. The table below lists some of the parametErs that have increased thereby decreasing water quality. Table 3. Sample of Water Quality Trends Parameter 1979 1991 96 Chanye Dissolved Solids (milligrams per liter) 178 192 8% Salt Concentrations (conductivity measured in 270 305 + 13% microhms) Nutrients (ex: Phosphorus) 0.18 0.26 ± 4496 These trends are most likely also occurring around all the urbanizing areas of the Eagle River watershed. Further degradation of water quality irom stormwater runoff could occur in all areas subject to development unless mitigating steps are taken. Metals Although metal concentrations in the Eagle River downstream of the Eagle Mine have significantly improved, fish and aquatic insects are still impacted by mine discharges as far down as Edwards: For example, the water ,quality standard for zinc to protect aquatic life . is 'approximately 0.12 milligrams per liter (mg/I?, while levels in the Eagle River below . Cross Creek were as high as 0.52 mg/I on February 21, 1995. Yncreased Temperature . Lower in the Eagle River, from Edwards to Wolcott, and from Eagle to Gypsum, fish have died periodically of furunculosis, but this and other diseases have impacts of such magnitude only when the fish are already stressed due to due to poor water quality, increased water temperature in part from loss of stream side shading, and habitat disturbance and destruction. These fish kills have been documented by the Division of Wildlife. 31 . . , . ~ iVatural Sedirnents A significant source of sediment, vvhich smothers aquatic life, comes from the Milk, Alkali, and Ute Creelc drainages. Yhis is due to 2he highly erosive sediments and steep slopes which are easily vvashed into the creeks during spring snovvmelt and runaff from rain storrris. This area (appPOximately 63 square miles 1 is also estimated to coniribute 2,600 Yons of salt to Yhe Colorado River eaCh year. . . Land Q:Dse Ompacgs on Wager Qualegy . NutrietiY (nitrogen and phosphorus) increasc.s promote algal blooms which are unsightly and can lead to fish kills. Trout are extremely sensitive to un-ionized ammonia (one form ' of nitrogen), and will die when exposed to levels above 0.02 mg/I. Other nutrients can rob the wrater of dissolved oxygen, leading to suffocation of aquatic life. IVutrient sburces include lavvn fertilizers, septic systems, and eroding soils. There are numerous mitigaYing measures which can be used to reduce nutrient inputs to water bodies, including: better education on application of fiertilizers; erosion control techniques; stormwater quality improvementi .projects; land use setbacks; protection of vvetlands; and septic system inspection and maintenance. Increases in sediment in the water increase turbidity, increase vdater treatment costs, smother aquatic insects which serve as fish food, destroy fish spawning areas, and decrease oxygen concentrations. Increased turbidity also decreases the ability of fish to fiind prey, fiurther stressing them. Sediment comes firom construction sites, road.sanding, grazing, agricultural and logging activities, and naturally erosive soils. Sediment loads to the streams can be reduced by erosion control practices, maintenance of a healthy riparian area, decreased road sanding through the use of alternative de-icers and increased street svveeping, maintenance of stormwater runoff at historical rates, stream bank stabilization; eYC. Many metals, petroleum products, and pesticides are toxic to aquatic life. High metals concentrations in drinking wate'r are also a healYh risk and water treatment costs escalate when metals removal is necessary. These pollutants can enter the aquatic environment from urban land uses through stormwater runoff. iVletal pollutants in stormwater include zinc, cadmium, chromium, copper, nickel, and lead. It was estimated in the previously cited Vail study Yha2 approximately 1,700 pounds of zinc enter Gore Creek from the Vail area (the non-urban °'background°' contribution was 12 pounds). T'hese stormwater rrietals come mainly from vehicles, but also come from litter and other sources. fNiine drainage and natural deposits ofi highly mineralized soils also contribute to the metals found in the Eagle River. 32 . 0 0 ~ Implementation. 5. Develop 11Vellhead Protection Programs to Proteci Drinking Water As a preventative measure, develop a welihead protection program to protect drinking water quality from pollution of the water source. The State of Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment administers a voluntary program for wellhead protection programs that local communities can implement to protect their groundwater arvd surface water resources. . 5.3:2. Objective: CREATE STROIVGER LINKAGE BETWEEN We4TER QUALITY AND - WATER QUANTITY PLANNING In-basin water quantity is limited, and further depletions will impact in-stream water quality, therefore water quantity "enhancement" actions should be implemented. Recommended Action: . 1. See Chapter 4: Water Quantity for specific actions related to improving water quantity in the watershed. 5.3.3. Objective: MINBMIIZE WATER QUALITY IMPACTS FROM RUNOFF ' ASSOCIATED WIT-H VARIOUS LAND USES Recommended Actions: , . 1. Implement Appropriate Best Management Practices Water quality impacts from various land uses can be minimized through the use of "Best Management Practices" (BMPs). Appropriate BN1Ps.can be implemented throughout the Eagle River watershed to reduce the water quality impacts associated with increasing urbanization. It should be stressed that natural approaches such as maintaining vegetative, cover and maintaining the riparian vegetation are vsually more effective and less costly than structural improvements. BMP recommendations should be looked~upon as a list of."tools", each af which can be used to address specific issues or sites. They shou8d not be . expected to be appropriate or work in all circumstances and may be either short term or long term actions. Implementation can either be voluntary, 34 N-0. 5.3. WATER QUALOTY OBJECT8VES AND RECOMMENDED ACTIONS . 5.3.1 Obgecguve: CO0RD0NATE WATER Qa.9AL0TY PROGRANfS Recommended A crions< 9. OPUF9en4oPy aP9CO CoOUd9nat@ W81$eP QB9aB9ty M00'99$OP9P19 .EffOP1IS . Coordinate individual agencies' vvater quality monitoring to identifiy ' purposes E-nd long term goals, areas for potential cooperation betdveen agencies, and other monitoring efforts. Organization is needed to assess existing water quality and trends throughout the watershed. A mechanisrri needs to be established in Eagle County for continued watershed planning and managemenY. 2. App0y $op WateP QanaB6ty Program Fundang Funding for vvater quality monitoring and water quality improvement projects are available, but limited, and coordinated efforts and planning vvill make for more effective utilization of existing funds. . . 3. Degeruvaine Local Water Quality Plan Needs and Draft a Model Plan Some communities have municipal stormwater management plans currently (Avon, Vail). Other communiYies should be evaluated to determine the necessiYy of producing similar or possibly expanded plans to correct exis2ing problems or in anticipation ofi future growth. This action could involve the creation of a model ordinance or plan that each community customizes to meet their needs. The Avon and Vail ordinances could. be used as examples. The Northwest Colorado Council of Governments (NV1/CCOG) Quantity and Quality Program is also an impor2anY resource for this action. The model plan or analysis should . include information on standards, public education, an inventory ofi existing local and regional programs, and applicable state and federal regulations. By adopting similar water quality plans on a local level, there is also greater likelihood that mitigation and enforcement will be dealt with consistently. 4. Deve0op Pub8ic In$oPmatoon Program about LocaB Water Qualaty The public should be better informed on water quality issues in Yhe watershed particularly regarding drinking water, how dififerent land. uses impact vvater quality, dvhat individuals can do to protect/enhance water quality, who are major consumers of vvater and potential major polluters. Information on vvater quality could be disseminated in several ways such as 4he °°State of the V1/ater°' reporY that is described in Chapter 3: Plan 33 o a , . ~ or through local planning and zoning processes, through local regulations, and through development of water quality projects. The following list describes BMPs that address the items such as 11 Water Quality Management and Monitoring, 2) Household and Citizen Involvement, 3) Development and Construction, 4) Transportatiori and Parking Lots, 5) Individual Sewage Disposal Systems, 6) Gravel Mining, 7) Agricultural vses, 8) Loggi.ng, 9) Recreation. . , Many of .#he following BMPs are the same or similar to recomrneridations found in other Plan chapters but are included to illustrate the relationship of water quality to land use, water quantity, etc. Suggested Water Quality Management and Monitoring BMPs: 1. Develop municipal stormwater management plans. The Town of Vail has a plan which could be used as a model for communities in the watershed. , -2. Monitor storage of toxic materials throughout the basin by local emergency service and environmental health agencies. , 3. Identify and research physicai stream enhancement projects (stream-side tree planting, in-stream aeration structures, stream side sediment cantrol structures, stream bank erosion control, stream channel modificatian, etc.) for implementation on private or public lands. 4. Ensure that analysis of potential water development projects consider watee quality standards, particularly in regards to stream flows and wastewater discharges. 5. Require runoff filters and drainage plans to be in continually working order, e.g. Vail parking structures, church parking lots, the airport, etc., and make semi-annual inspection as part of enforcement plan outlined in Chapter 6: Land Use. . 6. . Locally track the activities at the 'Eagle Mine Superfund site, including mine seepage and possibility of blow-out. Request a semi-annual community briefing by the EPA and State on the status of the clean-up which should continue until the area has been declared reclaimed. Water quality monitoring has shown that the Eagle Mine and other mines still contribute pollutants to the watershed. Information on the clean-up status is available from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. 7. Trade lands, obtain easements oP work with land trust and governmental agencies to obtain appropriate riparian areas, in order to better manage and protect them. A prioritized acquisition list would be a useful tool. 8. Develop wetlands protection program to enhance existing regulations. This would include language related to the draining of wetlands and potentially the identification of the important wetlands within the watershed. 9. Educate appropriate industrial and commercial businesses about the new "MiniPnal Discharge Generel 35 . Permi4" issued by the Colorado lMaYer QualiYy ConYrol Dieision. 10. InvesYigaYe me4hods for cooling vvasYewaYer before it enYers the river so as noY 4o adversely affiecY river waYer tempera4ures and the aquaYic environment. Sugges4edl Hoaasehold Be$g Managemerag PPac4ices 1. Pass and en#orce pa4 exas4o ordinances in urban areas. .2: Provide a convenien4 mechanism #or ci4i8ens 8o dispose 09 household hazardous.materials in an enveronmentally sound manner. 7 - 3. Develop a Public 9eaforrna8ion Prograr4e Yha4 addresses the impacY on waYer qualiYy from the misuse of #er¢iliaers and pesYicides (see ChapYer 3: Plan Implementation). Suggested Deeeloprnen4 and Cons4ruc4ion BIVIP's: • 1. Enfiorce ePOSion and sedirmeng con4POl Pequirements for construction. sites. Performance. bonds, a coenmon me4hod, are proposed as a means ofi ensuring Yhat erosion control plans are implemented. Erosion and sediment control plans should include but not be limited to: °Disturbance managem-ent and revegetation plan °Timing of disturbance °Area controls (limiting area of disturbance at any one time) °Soil stabilization during disturbance °SiYe monitoring and mainteriance during disYurbance . °PosY disturbance monitoring 2. Ensure that developers obtain and comply wiYh sta4e requirement for Storrnwa4er Permits fior construction activities on areas greaYer than 5 acres in size. It is recommended that local governments exceed state sYandards and require permits for areas under 5 acres, particularly if a public projecY. 3. Discourage soil dis4urbance on slopes greater than 20-25 degrees. Revegetation and site reclamation.on sYeeper slopes is usually noY or moderately successful. If soil disturbance is allowed, require a mitigation plan Yo minimize, soil losses and a bond to insure revegeYation success. . 4. Encourage jurisdictions Yo consider regulations for adequate riparian area "Buffer Zone" requiremenYS. Within "Buffer Zone" do not allow: soil disturbance, vegetaYive disturbance (other Yhan minimal pruning of shrubs), lawn mowing, fertilizers and pesticides (with the excep2ion of weed management where . . necessary). Include.residenYial, commercial, golf course, recreational areas (see Chapter 8: Land Use). 5. Encourage s4oPen wa4eP de4ention and wa4er quality enhancemen4 #acilities for all deeelopments and include mainYenance prodisions. 6. Encourage use of cons4PUCted vae4lands Yo enhance stormwaYer and snowmelY runo#f water qualiYy. 7. Prohibit direc4 discharge og s4ormeraa4er from developed areas to lakes, streams and weYlands. Require stormwater runoff be YreaYed (detention ponds, constructed wetlands, infiltraYion, grassy swales, eYC.) prior Ycy discharging Yo streams or river. . . 36 . 0 0 ~ 8. Reduce the amount af impervious surfaces to ensure groundwater recharge and decrease flooding concerns. Encourage disconnecting impervious surfaces to allow ground water recharge and vegE:tative filtering. 9. Encourage the use of grass swales and porus pavement where appropriate. 10. Encouraee stormwater infiltration facilities where appropriate due to impervious surface concerns. 11. Require that developments maintain pre-development hydrologic conditions through engineering solutions. . 12. Enrourage cluster development (easier to provide stormwater quality improvement). : 13. Discourage industrial uses or commercial land uses that involve hazardous materials from land adjacent the river or streams. 14. Golf Courses should include a manual of wa4er quality best management practices in their submittal for approvals. Golf courses must include features to prevent run-off into adjacent water features through ihe use of berms, 'retention, filters, groundwater recharge, etc. Review of plans for golf courses may necessitate a fee for outside professional evaluation of the 6MP and drainage plan. Fees could also be assessed by the._town of county to hire annual inspection services of the golf course management activity unless local governmental time and expertise is available (see.Chapter 8: Land Use). 15: Encourage the preservation of natural drainage ways. 16. Require development plans to address proper weed and pest controis (see Agricultural BMPs below for more information). Suggested Transportation and Parkung Lot BMP's: ' 1. Discourage/Relocate public/private snow storege areas from land adjacent to water features and install sedimentation or filtration systems at snow storage site&. 2. Apply the local building setback to parking lots as well and require a drainage plan that prevents direct runoff into water features such as streams and wetlands. . 3. Discourage construction of new roads along water sources such as creeks and river. Discourage widening of existing roads unless a drainage plan can be developed that deflects drainage away from the ' adjacent water feature, ' - 4. With CDOT, Southern Pacific Railroad, County and towns, review transportation practices to determine which ones contribute to non-point source pollution and can be locally/regionally altered. Some of these areas might include Vail Pass, the railroad area in Minturn, the interchanges in Vail, drainage culverrts and bridges throughout the county. 5. Seek assistance from CDOT, county and municipalities for testing of alternative, more environmentally sound practices on selected sections of road in Eagle County. 6: Examine need for road sand collection program. ~ 37 (C . . , ' Sugges4ed Bndieidual Sewage Disposal Sys4em Adminis4ra4ion BMP'$: 1. Address impac4s of septic sysYem impacYS Yo ground and suP#ace waYer qualiYy by: °Increasing eninimum siae s4andard for eligible lots for septic and increase minimum standard for dis4ance from s4reams or we4lands; °Septic design engineers must prove that groundwa4er and adjacen4 surface wa4er bvill noY be 6mpaCYed; °EPICOUPage 4I7e IOgICaI eJ38EP9510P9 O$ seWeP IIP9e5. CIBPIfy dISY8nC6S fOf P@QUIPBd connection to existing sedver sereice lines or 4hresholds for when a public saniYary sewrer . is required; . °Establish a wellhead protecYion program in the County Land Use Regulations 2. Inserc requirement fior maieo4enance of individual sewage disposal systems (septic systems) into local sepYic regulaYions. Sugges4ed GPadel Mining BMP's: . 1. To suppore state laws and provide local policy direction, implemenY specific graeel mining sYandards that could include: °LimiYS on oePCen4age of si4e disturbance °iUo dis4urbance of wetland/riparian vegeYation areas or any other idenei#ied sensitive area, wiYhou2 proper miYigaYion 'BuffePS from river °On-siYe de4ention °LimiYS on life span °Acceptable levels of 4rafific impac4 and eni4igation °Reclamation plans to completely restore native vegetation (or better) that include supplemenYal irrigation for planY establishment ' 2. Enforce wastewa4er discharge permi4s fior gravel mining operations and encourage citiaen repnrting of potential violations (see Public Infiormation and Education 3.3.2). 3. Encourage gravel reYrieval along the Eagle River or tributary valleys in areas where developmen4 that eaill require site disturbance is approeed or expec4ed and accep4able. Sugges4ed Agricultural Uses on Public o,r Prida4e Land BMPs: . 1. Work with farmers and ranchers to determine if agriculture is impaciing any particular location along Eagle County streams (Ag. is exempt #rom nationwide permit process) and develop a list of possible stream or bank enhancemenY projecYs that could be pursued with willing landowners. To inventory impacts-of agriculture on water feaYures, convene meeting with all area ranchers Yo discuss problems wiYh riparian impacts and what help they need to control those impacts. Initiate as joint efifort with NRCS, BLM and USFS. 2. Manage IivesYock grazing on public land that features highly erosive soils, such as Nlilk, Ute, Muddy and Alkali Creek drainages, 4o mainYain or improve vegetaYive cover on 4he uplands and riparian areas. 3. Decisions as to lieni4a4ions and managemen4 of agricultural chemicals should be based on preparation og carefully designed pesY conYrol and nuYrienY management plans reflecting integraYed approaches to pesY control and detailed soil tesYing and plant analyses. V1/ork vvith Yhe Natural Resource Conservation Serbice and Soil Conservation DisYrict Yo develop appropriate vegetative managemenY plans. This is approprja8e for . . . 38 c~ . o e ~ all land uses. 4. Encourage fencirrg, herding and/or other appropriate means to prevent livestock from concentrating in riparian areas which have been degraded. Promote livestock watering projects outside of riparian areas through grant proposals. Encourage limited livestock access to degraded riparian areas and encourage projects designed to minimize water quality impacts. 5. Review impacts of agricultural practices on water quality in local areas under USFS and BLM jutisdiction. Work with USFS and BLM to revise/develop standards for water quality protection (and provide proper enforcement mechanisms) in their management documents. . 6. Encourage appropriate "setbacks" from streams and wetlands to allow vegetative filtering of sediment, fertilizers, fecal material, etc. in return flows and stormwater runoff. • 7. Develop guidelines for determination of proper livestock use and carrying capacity for all propmsed developments that will allow livestock (typically horses). Suggested Logging on Public or Private Lands-BMPs: 1. Work with the local Forest Service Ranger District to encourage Best Management Practices during timber harvesting to reduce potential for erosion and improve pudlic information process. Specific recommended actions include: ` Review of current erosion control methods for maximum effectiveness; ` Possible revision of those erosion control methods; . ' Review of necessity for road building or other timbering associated activities or practices that reduce the forest cover and cauae erosion; and ` Development of a public information process that includes posting the timber sale with informative signs that describe the action being taken and reasons why (i.e. bark beetle kill, etc.) and distribution of information to local media for public information. ` Review possibility for road closures in areas not actively being used and impacting • water quality. * Review of stream side and wetland setbacks requirements in order to protecit riparian vegetation and promote vegetative filtering of sediment, fertilizers, fecal material, etc. in stormwater runoff. ` WorEc with USFS and BLM to revise/develop standards for water quality protection (and provide proper enforcement mechanisms) in their management documents. . Suggested Recreation BMP's (see also Chapter 7: Recreation): 1. Keep constructed trails out of riparian areas, but if area is heavily used, provide a developed trail to concentrate impacts. 2. Provide toilets and trash receptacles in areas of high recreation use (e.g. parking areas to serve adjacent streams, boat launch areas, high fishing use areas). 3. Develop, implement, where necessary, travel management restr6ctions on public land off-road areas where erosive soils are present (USFS, BLM). Enforcement of these restrictions is also necessary. 4: Review public access areas for site hardening and erosion due to overuse or poor access. Develop program for appropriate site improvements. . . r << ~ . W._ . , I ~ EAGLE RIVER WATERSHED WATER QUALRTY IMPACT AREAS . ~ ,a WATERSHED BOUNDARY ' • L EG E ND ~ dN:. ~ / / 1 ~I I . i.., / H . . . • ~ r~ r.1! I d4 iy 5l , ~ STATE Oi COLORADO FOREST SERVICE .a , ~,'AtU~ ' ' ~ , , ~ . BUREAU 0F lANO b1ANAGEMENT PRIVATE LAND pA7ER OIVERSIONS ~ , . < .;r , . .;;.*y 'f t TREATED WASTEWATER RETURNS , COLF COURSES 4 y~ ROAO/ RAIL .r: , r~ . y: ,e..w. ; URBAN NON POINT SYSTEM RIPAR4IN qSTURBANCE MINING WATERSHED BOUNDARY - • ' AGRICULTURAL ~ . . l RECREATION FAGLE COUNtt NOIES . pfTKIN COUNfY _ > O~J` t) O AREAS M(ANJCMTED ARE APPRObSIAilplS AND DO NOi REPRESENi EXACT BOIYXDAfliES. 2) LEVELS OF MPACT VARY. ~ ~ . . / Cti UAPTER 6: WOLSDLIII E • 6Aa ~F MLDLff oSsuEs AND OBJEcTIvES Several wildlife issues and concerns were identifiied and discussed during the planning process: . W9Idl9$e OSS49eS: . . Possibly in-sufificient instream flovvs for fish and vvildlife 6Viaintenance of quality aquatic habitat Poor water quality due to pollutants and sediment Diminishing r.iparian habitat ' LacEc of wildlifie solitude during critical times In response to the identifiied issues and concerns, and in support ofi the goals for Yhe Plan, the follovving objectives vvere developed: WBIdIIfe ORD)eCg9beS: 9. OmpPOve Aquagic Habotat and ProducBBeity of the Eashery 2. MaiP9$81UP1 aPOd DnCPeaS@ RIpaP6aP1 HabYLa$ 3. Manirnize Wildlife Disturbance durirag CPitical Tcmes of Yhe YeaP 6.2. BAC9~~~OUND , PubBuc Opanaon_ . In a statistically valid survey done in 1993, Eagle County asked a quesYion, "VVhat makes the quality of life so high in Eagle County?" One of the top reasons people said that they enjoyed living in the area was because of the abundance and visibility of wildlife. A majority of the wildlife in the IEagle Valley use, at least at some time of the year, the habitat associated with the Eagle River or one of its tributaries. . [Eagle River Weter-shed-HabatatcAttrabutes . The Eagle River basin is a fairly unique river system. Of river systems in northern industrialized nations less than 25% of the major river systems flow fireely. The Colorado River is the most affiected system in North America. The Colorado's waters have been 41 manipulated by damming and diverting and have caused "highly fragmented " populations of species living in and around the river, (Dynesius and Nilsson,- 1994). In-stream manipulations are not the only cause of fragmentation. Manipulations of the habitat surrounding the rivers also create impacts. The area influenced by the high water table including the banks of the river and the adjacent vegetation are defined as riparian ecosystems. Riparian ecosystems constitute one of the most limited (in terms of land area covered) yet species rich ecosystems in Colorado. This ecosystem serves a variety of functions including water storage, aquifer recharge and discharge, streambank protection, biological filters,and aid in reducing flood water impacts, and as an area used for many recreational activities. Of Colorado's approximately 1000 species of wildlife, over 500 of these utilize or occupy ripariaii ecosystems ( Colorado Division of Wildlife, 1992 .In Eagle County, an inventory has shown that at least 250 species are currently residing or utilizing the riparian areas. The riparian areas along the Eagle River provide important wildlife habitats, migration corridors, breeding, nesting, fawning, and calving areas. Riparian ecosystems are one of the most important and sensitive of all habitat types. Eagle County lands are comprised of 80.3% state and federal public lands and 19.7% private holdings ( Eagle County Master Plan, 1994 It. is estimated that 90% of riparian ecosystems adjacent to the Eagle River are on privately owned property. Habitat Loss or Degradation 75% of the species in the Colorado River basin, of which the Eagle River watershed is a part, are listed as by either the federal or state government as endangered, threatened or at risk. In Colorado we lose 1.7 % of mule deer range per year ( Walmo,et al; 1981), and in Eagle County, estimates are that up to 40% of deer winter range has been lost. Most of this lost habitat has been adjacent to the Eagle River or tributaries. Development, industry, agriculture, and recreation have all contributed to the loss of riparian and. floadpla.in areas or reduced water quantity and quality. , * Housing developments are often found directly adjacent to riparian areas. These sites are sought after for aesthetics and tranquility. Also these. low lying areas are usually adjacent to transportation and utility corridors. * Along with the development of property comes the developments of roads, for every mile of Interstate (e.g. I-70) built 45 acres of land are used, for every mile of rural highway (e.g. Highway 6) 12 acres of land are used and for every rural-mite-of-road-built (e.g. -county roads)- 7-acres-vf-iand-are-used (Walmo,et al, 1981 : Industry in the form of mining and manufacturing has also impacted the Eagle River. The Eagle mine in Gilman has been and continues to be a• ! ~ . 42 ~ source of heavy metal discharge into 2he river. Viacom International, Inc. monies are being used to clean up the siYe and rectifiy the problem ofi the discharges dvith some " degree of success. Superfund monies have been used to determine environmental impacts to the river, and negotiate additional clean-up requirements. 0 Agricultural water rights, even though they are adjudicated and on a state prioriYy based system can at times severely deplete the river's tribuYaries . because of the consumptive nature and traditional style of irrigating by flooding fields. Flood irrigation often has a positive efifect on late summer stream flovvs because the un- consumed irrigation water often percotates into the strearns later in the growing season. Livestock use riparian areas for fieeding, msting, and as travel lanes, thus increasing the impacts to soil and vegetation (Behnke, R. J. 1978). # Recreation impacts may be more subtle and less understood buY include littering, soil compaction, loss of vegetative cover, site development, disruption, harassment of dvildlife, and loss of habitat. Wi9c6Bu~e Use Patterns Some species of wildlife use the riparian area year round, these include mammals, amphibians, reptiles, crustaceans, birds, invertebraYes, and fish. Other wildlife may use the area only seasonally for a variety of purposes such as migrating.from their summer/fiall range to wintering areas, or for breeding and rearing their young, as the Great Blue. Herons do at the rookery located across the river from Eagle River Estates in Gypsum. Bald Eagles, Golden Eagles and many other raptors use the area fior veintering, roosting and hunting areas. Elk and deer usually calve and fawn vvithin 400 feet of free flowing water usually on slopes vvith heavy vegetation, on the edge ofi an ecotone with a wide open field of view ( Thomas, J. W. et al., 1982 In the Eagle Valley these areas are usually on or near the tributaries of.the Eagle River. Other wildlife that have been sighted in the riparian areas of the Eagle River include GreaYer Sandhill Cranes, moose, V1/hite Pelicans, Trumpeter Swans, V1/hooping Cranes, otter, beaver, mink, fox, vveasel, marmots, rabbits, squirrels, muskrats and many species of songbirds. A complete list of wildlife using the watershed riparian areas is available at Division of V1/ildlife ofifices ( Colorado Division ofi VVildlife, 1982 1. F9Shery ChaPaC$eP9S$9CS The Eagle Fiiver is and has been a good cold water fishery but is not considered a"great°° . fiishery. There are a number of reasons why the river does not excel in fish productiviYy: . 43 ~ ~ . • o Historically and presently there are times of the year when the river is running beloarv minimum in-stream flows. This can cause a variety ofi problems for a fishery, including increasing water temperatures, which in turn stresses the fish, making them su sceptible to diseases and parasites. During the past few years the Eagle River has had fish die-offs (or "fish kills") during the low water times, most typically in the during the sumrner. The cause of the die-offs has been diagnosed as the disease furunculosis. Furunculosis is a fungus infecting fish during times of stress. The low flow rates during the winter create a problem of limiting over-wintering habitat for the fish. The Eagle River does not have. abundant, deep pools where fish -can survive the wanter. < * There is also a problem with sedimentation during the spring run-offs or after a strong rainstorm ("gully washers") The sediment during tMe spring buries any eggs that may have been laid thus preventing hatching. The sediment also covers potential spawning areas and many invertebrates thus restricting reproduction and decreasing food supplies. Drainages including Milk, Muddy, Alkali and Ute creeks are the main problem areas. The geological make-up of these areas, with unstable sparsely vegetated soils, steep slopes, and highly erosive soils are the major cause for of the sedimentation. Where the banks of the river in areas are without -vegetation erosion adds to the sedimentation problem. *Pollution from heavy metals plays a part in poor fish productivity in the upper Eagle.River below Gilman. Runoff from golf courses, parking areas, roads, adjacent lands may greatly impact fish productivity and survival. ' - * Diversions and culverts also can impair a fishery by creating barriers to fish movements and migrations. The Eagle River has been stocked with Rainbow and Cutthroat trout at several locations to . supplement or repEace natural reproduction of the fishery. Rainbow and Brown trout are the two dominant trout species found in the river. Brook and Cutthroat trout are also present as are several types of suckers, chubs, whitefish and sculpin. Many of the.. privately owned ponds (e.g. gravel pits) next to the river are now stocked with a variety of species including large and small mouth bass, sunfish, perch, and catfish. These other species may impact the long term survivability of the trout. Gore Creek is currently rated as a"Gold Medal" fishery below Red Sandstone Creek. The designatiomrequiresa-certain level--of-fish productivity-Mthin a givemarea.- Considering the obstacles noted above regarding the river, it remains to be seen if the Eagle River can achieve and maintain that status. It certainly is a worthwhile target and ties into the objective of improving the fishery outlined below. 44 . . / t . I 6.3. W9LDL@FE OBJECT0@9ES AND REC011AIVIENDED ACTIOeilS . 6.3. 1.Objecguve: U~PRO@!~ ~QUATIC H/4B6TAT AND PFiODUCT9VITY OF THE F0SHERY ' Recoanmeaeded Acgeans: (also see Vi/ater Quantity and. Water Quality chaptersl. 1. UmpOemeng Measurres go Protecg and 9mprove Water Quality arad , Qaaantity Most of the follovving actions are also described in Chapter 4: VVater Quantity and ChapYer 5: Water Quality. They are listed here to illustrate hovv critical vvater quantity and quality are to a healthy aquatic habitat and cold-water fishery. 1. De$ePPE'DEP~e anCJ MaEPI$ain Op$9mfl961'1 WaY@P FIOW Levels Instream filows fall belovv minimum levels at certain times of the year. The minimum flovvs established by the Colorado Water . ConservaYion Board rnay not be sufficient to maintain Yhe fiishery during certain times of the year. Optimum stream flows need to be identified and management plans made to match the target . amounts. The first course of action is to vvork with Yhe CV1/CB and the CDOVV to evaluate the local minimum stream flow calculations to determine the defensibility and adequacy based on scientifiic principles. Determine if minimum flows are appropriate or require . adjustmenY to more accurately reflect the natural hydrological cycle. Identify all major and minor water user's in. the watershed, note diversions and consumptive uses. , . . . 2, Ump@eanent Engineering Solutions . Promote engineering solutions which increase the filexibility of a sharing/distribu2ing w.ater among various providers'and _provide water augmentation during low flow periods of the year. . 3. Acquure Water Rights Purchase or enter other agreements for vvater righis to ensure op4imum filows. 4. OmpEemeng Town and WaQer Disgract Conserdat6on Peograms 5. RequuPe °'Wet @fVateP°' foP Deveoopmeng 45 . .0. Require that all development proposals prove availability o-f water rights and water supply (without dependence on augmentation) rather than availability of water rights only. . 6. Mmnitor Water Flows Request that appropriate agencies place additional gauges on the river to, determine flows. Local entities could cost share. . 7. Monitor Water. Quality . • Regularly monitor the river and $ributaries for pollutants and contaeninants and temparature. S. Conarol Urban Run-Off Develop and implement local policies and regulations to control urban run-off and prevent direct drainage into rivers, strearns, and . riparian areas. 9. Continue Mine Clean-Up Monitor continued clean-up of the Eagle mine in Gilman to determine if pollutants (heavy metals) are continuing to decrease. 10. Develop Convenient Houseliold Toxic Waste Disposal Sites Provide an area where residents can dump household toxic materials (motor oils, paints,etc.). 11. Manage Natural Sediments Loads ' Specifically implement (resurrect) a program to control the sediment load from the Milk, Muddy, an Alkali drainages that may include: sediment catch basins or other sediment catching structure; revegetation of the areas where soil and topography allow; monitor . grazing to determine impacts on vegetative structure and soil . . stability; limitations on off-road vehicle use to lessen soil disturbance 2. Implement h0abitat Improvement Projects Projects could be jointly undertaken by the CDOW, towns, county, and the local #ishing organizations. Habitat improvements could include: * Bank stabilization with willows or other native vegetation that -----will -providecover,-thermat pratection;-and-a-source of food to ihe fishery; . * Placement of structures or larger rocks in the water for cover and hiding may be beneficial assuming the armoring of the riverbed is not disturbed; • ~ . ~ 46 ~ ~ Placement of gravel beds for spawning; ° PIanY native vegetation along the river and in the adjacenY uplands to serve as a natural biological filter and a sediment trap. . * Erosion control, river channel rnodification, drop structure coordination between local agencies ° Onsuring that culveri installation will allow fior the free movement of fish will all be beneficial; 3. Suppor4 Efforgs ao Preveeat Spread of 9nfecgious Dasease to Local F6sh . Popu0agoons - Whirl.ng Disease is currently an issue in Colorado vvaters.Every effort should be made locally to control the spread of the disease into the Eagle RIbeP bNaYePSp'1@CD. This may include lobbying the appropriate state officials to not stock local waters vvith infiected fish, participation in monitoring and oYher activities. 4. Revcew/Revise Eas9airag Bag Laenits and Regulataons. If fishing use of the Eagle River continues to increase and the fiishery . cannot support the increased pressure, revising bag limits and restricting vvading during spawning are tvvo potential protection methods that cfluld be implemented to maintain a healthy aquatic ecosystem. . 5. Rev0ew/Revise Drainage and Transportation fiegulations Insure that local and state drainage and transportation standards are °'wrildlife friendly°' for river and creelc valleys. For example, culverts can become a barrier to fish passage. An inventory of existing problem areas needs to be completed as the initial phase of this project. 6.3.2.. Objec.goee: MA8NTAlN AN~ INCFiEASE RIPAR6e4N HAB9TAT . Recommended Actfons: (see also VVater Quality, Recreation and Land Use chapters) I. Onveeugovy Ripar¢an Zones and HabitaY Boundar6es Conduct an inventory of all riparian, vvetland and floodplain zones of the Eagle River and the tributaries to determine the habitat type and variety, .-cornditroR and productivity; -need for-rrevvegetation-and/or stabilization. First priority would be the main stem of the Eagle and then the major YribuYaries fiacing the potential fior the most development pressure. . . Include a standard fior revegetation and stabilization in the study. Site specific analysis would be necessary in all cases dealing vvith 47 ~ ~ o 2. Acquire FBiparian Lands Trade and/or purchase'lands to acquire riparian areas. 3. Implement Stream Buffer Standards Require a river or creek "buffer zone" where vegetation and soil rnust remain undisturbed and intact to protect the riparian habitat. Enhancement of the native vegetation should occur if historic use has degraded the riparian habitat. Work with private developers to create developments that. have the least impacts on tMe riparian habitat (such as clustering housing) . , and set aside riparian areas as open space. (see Chapter 8: Land Use).. 4. . Preserve VNildlife Corridors to Riparian Areas Require that wildlife corridors to riparian areas be maintained as open space and that the natural vegetation in the corridors remains unchanged and undisturbed. 5. Develop or Emprove Appropriate Access Identify areas for development of access, ingress, and egress points which will minimize impacts to the riparian habitat. 6. Irraplement Habitat Improvement Projects . See above recommended actions under previous objective. 7. Request IVlitigation Trust Funds Mitigation trust funds should be pursued as a method of obtaining funds to purchase riparian habitat. The funds should be based on. a local formula. - 8. Manage Noxious Weeds in Riparian d4reas Identify riparian areas that have noxious weed encroachments and . admi.nister management. , 9. Manage Livestock in Riparian Areas Fence areas where vegetation is being disturbed by livestock to promote restoration. Ranchers should use best management practices to allow livestock to obtain water but fence livestock out of riparian areas where disturbance is occurring, to promote restoration. 6.3.3. Objective: MINIMIZE WILDLIFE DISTURBANCE DURING CRITICAL'TIMES OF THE YEAR ' • ~ 48 _ ~ Recommended AcP6ons: . . 1. ResaQOCg Access anto Cratical @Alagershed Areas RestricY or prohibit human use in critical habitats during critical times of the year (e.g. seasonal closures on areas being used by elk for calving, closuPes on areas wrhere sage grouse are strutting, etc.). CDOW and the USFS can advise local regulators of private land and the regional managers of the public lands about the areas of concern. Actions could be Implemented through public education and signs, 'physical closures and. . moniYoring by volunteers, or wildlife staff: Fiestrictions for critical areas may require partial or complete closure for a sNecified period of time (e.g. May 1 to June 1 or from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. daily) and to all or some uses (e.g. bikes, foot travel), and all or some types of travel (depending on the area (e.g. foot only, vehicle only, etc.). 2. MonBtor. CP'atocal Areas Monitor sites to see if restrictions are negating the impacts of the human activities. 3. PPOb9(9e Bt9ffeP ZOPEeS Provide a°'buffier zone°' between human land development, recreation, etc. and vvildlife activities. Buffer zones can be a vegetative barrier betvveen wildlife and humans or in some cases simply leaving enough distance beYween humans and wildlife. Viewing of wildlife should be done firom the perimeter of the buffer zone. This can be implemented by local governments as setbacks or open space and by federal agencies through use restrictions and education. 4. Designate Wagchable Wildlife Sites Designate watchable wildlife sites to promote awareness and respect for wildlife. ~ . ! ~ ~ . 49 E L]lVi~~ 11tlIV ER tYillTERSll~lED WILDLIJL lLJ HL]1BITL]l il . 4 ~ WATERSHEO BOUNDARY - ~ Tol ~i I ~ ~ _ ' a w . N Y f , h ~ ~ . / .li J ~ ,f.~1Ca' ~T~ LEGEND . d ~ k r _ . _ _ , . ,F•' ~ M,. ~ :f~, S ,il+ ' z' 4TAl[ OF COtARA00 ewanu aF wm na+4000rt • r~` {`Y ' ` x ~ , ~rr~? , vrovnh wD ;ki seYara cnrtcrt aaecz •su i'" Z %t ~ ~ ~ ,1` , . t '1 ` [llt wlql6i WPICOIIRnnOi1 Aft[AS ttK FLi00tR'IW)Ir MG.9 ~ ~ ~.6 , ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 4'~ ~e aK URM710N R1mM ax esmaTM ooaaauoa 4s.,~ ~ mt[ oaa sevn wparm wma¢ . F,r ^fk+i•~f w f ' NAttL OZER GBrtW OOKQHIRAT1071 NfffAS `~.J / Mw"':: I F: kuii 6Uit tltORAlq71 VA7IZGN wu ~ WAPoD07 WATERSHEO BOUNDARY YB1GN0101 5!B[P l9BIRR OW~[IIIRI171071l~AS 51G[ Gii0115[ PROWCIION qBAT o01DtN F/aE I@5'f srt[S EAGLE COUNTY 61D PAOIl NODST YI6 .PITKIN COUNIY vutEmm ?aicoq meSi srt[s IAKE COUMY aCrwE KUM RowMxr ~ OMM ~ m OPNtYJI H/+BIfAT (KOI dl IXQA~9~lD . " ~ ~O~R FABIE OOIAl1Y . ~ F. CHAP°~~R 70 RECREAT8ON ~ . ~ 7.1 OV~RV5EW OF RECREAT9ON MUES AIVD OBJECT6VES . Several recreation issues and concerns were idenYified and discussed during the planning process, including: Recreation Ossaaes: Dramatic Bncreases in Use and Areas ofi Overcrowding Edentifiication of a FiniYe Carrying Capacity Protection ofi IRecreational Quality Experience . Fisheries Protection . Trespass on Private Land Appropriate Access and Amount Econornic Importance of Eagle Fiiver VVatershed Recreation In response to the identifiied issues and concerns, and in support ofi the purpose, vision and goals ofi the Plan, the fiollovving objectives vvere developed: ReCreagion ObjeCtades: . , 1.DegePmune Recreagional Carrying Capacigy or L6mugs of e4cceptable Clhange 2. DeYePmine the Condition of ghe Fishery 3. Rediew and OrnpPOde Existing F6shing and Boating Regulations and MOPma$90n . 4.• OmpPObe a9'Bd CPea$e sQpprOpPIat~ PubIIC ACCeSS $OP E;eCPea$906D 7e2 BACKGROUND . The Eagle River and its tributaries support a wide range of recreational opportunities and the number ofi residents and visitors taking advantage of these opportunities increases dramatically each year. The Eagle River dvatershed has become a premier year round resort area, as dvell as an increasingly desirable place to live for those who enjoy the recreational amenities. The Eagle River experiences the most use of all the watervvays in. the watershed, providing "close to home°" recreation options for local residents, business opportunity for local' fishing and, boaYing guide companies and a range ofi activities for the visitor to choose frorn. • 51. Recreational Activities Fishing, rafting, and kayaking are the most popular activities.on the Eagle River and it's major tributary- Gore Creek, but many other activities near or adjacent to local creeks and the river are enjoyed by local residents and visitors such as hiking, biking, wildlife watching, camping, hunting, cross country and downhill skiing, golf, rock climbing, sledding, snowmobiling, picnicking, jeeping, horseback riding, and berry picking. Use Levels and Quality of Experience . Overuse for recreation is one of the primary issues facing the Eagle hiver watershed. During the public participation process for this ptan, most people indicated that they felt the River is ' not too crowded yet, but has the potential in the future. With sound management and determination of an appropriate "carrying capacity", we can avoid the types of problems facing other heavily used rivers in Colorado. Carrying capacity is defined as."the number (amount) and type of use an area can accommodate without altering either the environment or the user's experience beyond a degree of change deemed acceptable by the management objective." A careful balance must be found between management and another public concern, that of potential "over-regulation" of recreation uses. To a large degree, the feeling and perception of solitude.is often an essential aspect of a quality recreational experience. This is particularly true for fishing, hiking, wildlife viewing, rafting, and kayaking. The Eagle River Corridor from Minturn to Gypsum is becoming increasingly urban, particularly in the Vail-Avon-Edwards area. This rraakes the sense of solitude and the perception of overcrowding worse. ' The areas which are still rural in nature also tend to be largely private, with access granted by _ permission only. As a result, the few areas that are on public lands tend to be overused. The CDOW leases some significant tracts for fishing access, however there is no guarantee that these areas will remain available in the future, as some of the leases are not in perpetuity. Conflicts between recreational uses along the river are minimal at this time, especially since most rafting and kayaking occurs in the early summer when the river is too high and mliddy for good fishing. Inevitably, though, as use by all recreational activities increases, so does the potential for conflicts. ' Fishing Fishing on the-fa& River-and its- tributaries has seEn-dramatic-growth-over the past few years. The style of fishing is also changing as fly fishing grows in popularity, and with it, the - increased use of guides and commercial outfitters. The general growth and accompanying development in Eagle County along the river corridor has aIso had an impact on the quality of fishing. Conflicis between commercial guides and individuals are increasing, as are other 52 ' . . problems involving fishing style (bait vs. fly fishing), bag IirriiYs and enfiorcement, catch and release fishing and Yhe quality of the aquatic habitat. It is important to note, that the CDOW considers the Eagle River to be only °'good" fishing, not great" (See Chapter 6: liVildlife for information). For this reason some of the management strategies used on °°Gold Medal°' fiisheries are not appropriate in this area, vvith the excepYion of Gore Creek between Red -Sandstone and the Eagle Fiiver. Another important consideration is the way peopte fish. The CDOW fiound in a survey of 400 fisherman statevvide, 50% use a combination of filies, lures and bait, 25% use bait only, 13% use flies.and lures only, and only 12% use flies only. Although these numbers are probably differenY in Eagle County because ofi local interest and clientele utilizing guidt; services, it is safe to assurne. that a significant number ofi fishermen along the Eagle and its Yributaries enjoy fishing vvith bait and lures, as vvell as filies. • AppropP6a4e Panb0ic Access As recreational use of the tiver and its tributaries grows, increased and improved public access will be needed. ..Fiecreational use should be encouraged at improved existing or nevv access points to alleviate pressure on the few vvell knovvn and heavily used sites while also being sensitive to the riparian and aquatic environment and to the needs and rights of the adjacent private land owners. Most of the land adjacent to the Eagle River is privately owned. On the River and the tributaries, public access generally occurs where there is adjacent public land. On private lands, public access fior recreation use of the River and its tributaries has been granted Yhrough some private developments but in other cases, public access has been eliminated or . impaired by development or by the increase in use ofi what used to be access points that vvere always private but allovved some use until it become a problem because of overuse or abuse. Improving existing access sites, or creating new ones vvhere possible, is intended to reduce the amount ofi trespass incidents in addition -to generally dispersing use. • ReCPea$u0n Use Sta$iStiCS ' , . . The BLiVi monitors river floater user days each year between Minturn and Gypsum, and.the statistics belovv help illustrate one aspect of the tremendous recreation growth on the Eagle River. The figures in the fiollowing table illustrate the commercial recreation use of the Eagle River by permitted fishing and rafting companies and as well as private use (which is harder to determine accurately). These figures clearly shovd that recreation use of the Eagle River has increased dramatically in recent years. . 53 . ~ , ~ Table 4. Recreation Use Statistics Year Permitted Commerciat Use Private Use Total Use Commercial Outfitters . 1988 7 2,945 440 3,385 1989 10 3,453 520 3,973 1990 11 . 7.951 11190 . 9,131 1991, 13 11.388 1.710 13.088 1992 14 8,734 1,310 10,044 1993 19 15,255 2,290 17,545 1994• 25 ' . 7.182 1.100 8.282 • 1 4 was a"low water ' year, 1993 was a"high water" year. Economic Impacts of Eagle River Watershed Recreation The economic impact of rafting in the community can be estimated using the results of a 1991 survey done by the Colorado River Outfitters Association (CROA). The study estimates $168 was spent on average by each person per raft day. This number includes the secondary economic impact of rafting such as lodging, transportation, clothing, and dining costs. Using the above figures, this means approximately $1,300,000 spent by people rafting on the Eagle River in 1991 during the approximate six week long rafting season. Rafting revenues statewide have been growing at an average 12.7% per year and activity on the Eagle River seems to be testimony to that growth as it-is among the eight most popular commercial river runs in the state. Similarly, the CDOW estimated sportsman expenditures on fishing in 1991 statewide to be . $920,411,800 and it is accurate to assume that a portion of those dollars must have been. . spent in Eagle County. A. 1989 CDOW study titled Colorado Wildlife Impact Model estimated direct fishing expenditures in Eagle County of $7,642,000. This figure does not reflect secondary expenditures. Current or complete figures for commercial and private fishing activity in the watershed are not readily available but collection and analysis of that information is an action recommended by this plan. .7.3 RECREATION OBJECTIVES AND RECOMMENDED ACTIONS 7.3.1. Objective: DETERMINE RECREATIONAL CARRYINC CAPACITY TO PROTECT RESOURCES AND QUALITY OF THE RECREATIONAL EXPERIEMCE ' 54 ~ Recommended Acg6ons. . 1. CoopePagove6y 9niYsate Caary6aog Capacity Study Determining the recreational Carrying Capacity is essential before any major managerrient decisions regarding recreation are made. A cooperaYive efifort ' between the BL6UV, USFS, CDOV1/, Eagle County and T'owns should: 1. Study the current situation, monitoring use levels by all ' recreational acYivities: 2. Jetermine vvhat recreational prefierences are, and establish what impacts tfiey may be having. 3. Establish the Carrying Capacity and Limits of Acceptable Change (LAC) appropriate vvithin the vvatershed. The carrying capacity should address the physical, ecological, and social capacities ofi the river and the existing recreational fiacilities. It is recommended Yhat the agencies use LAC to determine the desirable conditions fior the. Eagle !/Vatershed, and not base decisions on simply how much use the watershed can tolerate. (See References fior USFS Manual for Establishing Limits of Acceptable Change and Glossary fior further definition of Carrying Capacity). 4. Consider the economic impact of enforcing these limits when making a determination. 5. Create an interagency monitoring group that includes local citizens and recreation outfitters to accurately gauge recreation growth and recognize problems as Yhey arise (also see Chapter 3: Implementation) . The heavily used recreation section of the Arkansas River has been designated a State Park. and is regulated through a . cooperative system betvveen state and federal agencies. 7.3.2. Objecgive: ~ETEfRM0NE THE COND0T00N OF TB-9E FOSHEFiY . Recommended Acteon: Coopepag¢deGy Study Fashery- Conditions As stated above in °'Carrying Capacity,°' a detailed study of the exact condition ofi the fishery and limits of acceptable change must be done to assist rmanagement in making sound decisions. This.study should occur prior to, or concurrently veith, the above effort and examine the state og the 55 . fishery in terrris ofi the aquatic vvitdlife and Yhe impacYs ofi increased fishing pressure, development and may include creel census, user surveys, fish counts; habitat inventories, etc. After thresholds are set, fiishing quality can be rriaintained largely by implementing recommended actions listed in the liVater QualiYy, Quantity, !n/ildlife, and Land Use chapters. 7.3.3. ObjecauVe:. REVOC@R!, REVOSE AND OMPROVE E)C9STS6UG FISHENG e4ND BOATING ONFORRydATUON AND'REGULATB0NS Once the carrying capacity or limits of acceptable change have been established, restriction on commercial rafting and fishing outfitters may have to be implemented by the BLRA, USFS and CDOW. Recommended Actions: 1. DeveBop Recreationa8 Maps for Publ6c Create a detailed recreation map or maps providing information in order to promote safety and understahding of the river and tributaries, and protect riparian. areas and other sensitive environmental areas, ciisperse users and direct them to areas which can Yolerate higher levels of use, reduce trespass, and ensure use of proper access points. The following topics should be addressed: ~ River and Tributary Public A?ccess fior Fishing/Boating/General Use Navigation assistance and hazard identification # Explanation ofi river ethics Identifiication of Sensitive Environmental ,4reas The map(s) should.be a cooperative effort between the agencies managing Yhe land and those promoting tourism, and distributed firee or for a small fee . at information booths, hotels, siiops, and access facilities. (also see Land Use chapter) 2. Revoew/Redise Fishing and Boating Regulagions The Fishery Conditions Study should follow review of the current CD01/V regulations governing the watershed: Improved environmental conditions in the aquatic and riparian habitats do not necessarily mean an improvement in recreational fishing. Stricter regulations may, be required in some areas, -----vyhere as other areas may, be-eased.-Some-portions-vf the Eagle River may need such designations as "fly fishing--catch and release only°", while allovving bait and spin fishing in other areas. The Arrowhead CDOVV lease currently has this designation. 'fhe CDOVV may also need to improve enforcement ofi bag limits and regulations. . • 56 . Real restriction of commercial ouifitters would involve a change 6n jurisdiction along the River, as commercial outfitters currently are not permitted by' a government land management agency if they only use private land to launch and take-out. Private users could also be permitted to control amount of use and ensure a basic knowledge level. A°'fee for use" could aIso be implemented for private use that could help fund management programs. Regulatory revisions or actions of any type should be carefully considered and should not be implemented without sound justification. . • 7.3.4. Objective: IMPROVE AND CREATE APPROPRIATE PUBLIC ACCESS FOR RECREATION This purpose of this objective is to improve public access points that exist now and gradually add new access points, where appropriate, to accommodate growing demand. The objective is not to provide unlimited public access to every tributary and all along the Eagle River. Many areas adjacent to the river and tributaries are privately owned and public . access is not permitted, or there are riparian,.wetlands or floodplain areas that are sensitive to disturbance and are not appropriate as public access sites. Recommended Actions: 1. Improve Existing Public Access Sites ' This action would involve evaluation of all the existing access points available to the public to determine if ihey are meeting the demand for boat launching, fishing trails, parking, trash collection, etc. Improved. and maintained facilities will help reduce the impression of overcrowding by reducing litter, r.educing the amount of time that large groups are at a particular access points, and improve the overall recreation experience. (existing access sites are depicted on the map at the end of this chapter) While ihere are several improved access sites,. such as the BLM ciimpground near Wolcott and the County Fairgrounds in Eagle, there are several locations, particularly along ihe Eagle River, where the public gains access to the river but there are no improvements to accommodate the use or the terms of use are not clear. Examples of this type of access point are the ~---State-Land-Board properties at Dowd-.hmction-(icnown as Cliffside or River Run) and at Squaw Creek. Some of the "un-official" access points may be- appropriate for improvement and others may be unsuitable for access because of safety, trespass or environmental conflicts. The following . 57 inventory ofi access sites idenYifies severat "un-official" access sites thaY are in need of improvemen2 or in some cases, relocation. 2. Cpeage AppPOpefiate New Public Access Sites There are. several areas wrhere it would be desirable to create additional public access to the Eagle River and tributaries. For example, there are PeIaYively few public access points available in the area betvveen Vail and Edvvards, which is the most densely populated portion of the watershed. As another example, establishment ofi a public access site fior Gilman.Gorge wrould reduce the trespass problems onto the Eagle.iVline property. By . . creating appropriate nevv access points, recreators can be dispersed alung the river and tributary corridors, thereby spreading out use pressure and • improving the quality of the experience. Leases, easements and purchase when funds allovv, should be pursued. 3. OmpUemeng River Access Improvement Guidelines This action recommends irviprovement guidelines for both existing and nevv, • proposed access sites. 1. Preserve siPe character, using environmentally sensitive site selection and fiacility construction techniques. While dispersion of access will ease crovvding, within the access points themselves every effort should be made to concenirate and mitigate impacis. The riparian zone should be preserved using guidelines -outlined in Chapter 6: VVildlife and Chapter 8: Land Use. Stabilize stream banks wherever possible vvith structures or re-vegetation. 2. Site selection and facilities should be designed for access by ihe physically challenged vvherever possible. (See Yampa Vall.ey Recreation Plan-Barrier Free Requirements referenced). 3. Provide appropriate road surfacing and parking, at major river access points, while being sensitive Yo environmental impacts. 4. Provide restroom facilities at major river access points. Consider the use of composting/desiccating toilets. Maintain all facilities to meet health and safety standards. 5. fViinimize existing navigation hazards to insure safe and passable ---~boat--chutes. Developers and-~goverrnnental agencies must be required to consult with vvhiYe water specialists before building or allowing structures in, under, or over the river. ~ 58 6. lmproved signing will help reduce trespass on private land ahd disperse users to public access points. The BLM currently has a minimal signs management strategy to control overuse of access sites, but this can be reconsidered. 8. Implement and enforce seasonal recreation c%sures, particularly on the tributaries, in areas where wildlife calving, spawning, erosion problems and trail or land restoration exist. (also see Chapter 6: Wildlife). , 9. Set can,p sites back from the river a minimum of 100', with 150' setback the optimal goal. Camping should only be allowed at designated sites along the Eagle River, and sites should be carefully monitored by the USFS and BLN1 and closed for repair/revegetation as necessary. 10. Support implementation of loca/ trails plans, particularly fior segments that provide access to the river or tributaries. All irails . should be constructed outside of the riparian zones or sensitive areas except where no other reasonabie option exists in order to link segments together. If trails are constructed within the riparian corridor, do not pave or widen tu over 3' in width. If an area is already heavily used, a trail should be developed to concentrate _ impacts. 11. All access points to the Eagle River and the tributaries should be monitored by agencies managing them to see that their "carrying capacities" are not being exceeded, and seek alternative access points or modifications before they become overused. 12. Guidelines for the management of sites should be followed by all managing entities: federal; state and local. 4. Preserve or Create Access through l.and Development (see also Chapter 8: Land Use) Through the local development processes and where• appropriate, request easements for public access to _the river or tributary. Location and necessity of access in conjunction with land development needs to be carefully reviewed. Other items to consider: 1. Place easements where there would be minimal or no impact to riparian or sensitive areas. 59 ' . ~ 2. The recommended easement vvidih is 25' adjacent to Yhe river, at least on one side, vvherever possible, wiYh the exception ofi sensitive areas and other areas identified through subsequent mapping actions of this Plan as inappropriate for public use access. 3. Sofe surfiace footpaths (no wider Yhan 3 feet/no bicycles allowed) should be constructed as part of easernen4 conditions to direct Yhe impacts of fioot traffic. Construction responsibility dvill need Yo be determined by the.parties involved. 4. Connecting access of a wiidth that accommodates the type of access permitted should be provided 2o the nearest public roadvvay or bike trail/path. 5. Easements should allow for travel on dry ground as opposed to an easement YhaY lays entirely in Yhe river or Yributary. . 6. Implement protective measures for buffers, design standards, etc. . as suggested in Chapter 8: Land Use as an means of preserving/promoting quality recreation experiences. 7.4. 9NVENTORY OF ACCESS SBTES AIVD RECOIVInIIEIVDED ACTIOIVS ~ The following sites, boYh existing and proposed, are listed in general order of priority as either new sites that need to be established or as -existing sites that need improvement. VVithin this inventory, there are several opporeunities for the towns, County, local commercial outfitters, and federal land management agencies to parinership and accomplish the shared goal of appropriate, improved public access. This inventory is organized by geographic areas: Vail/Red Cliff/Nlinturn/Eagle-Vail, Avon/Edvvards/VVolcott, Eagle/Gypsum/Dotsero area. . @lail/Red Cliff/IVlingurn/Eag9e-Vai6 Dowd Chute - USFS bu6lding 4o Aeon The vvhite water be€ween-Nnturn -and ,4von is becoming very-popular-#eF-aafting and kayaking. There are currently no adequate facilities Yo handle ihis use, which will increase dramatically in the future. The USFS is considering improving the boating access across from Meadow Niountain and is urged to make those improvements using all guidelines listed above (see River Access Improvement Guidelines). 60 One of the primary takeout points for powd Chute is at the entrance to the River Run Condos - available for public use because it is on State Land Board land and is under a CDOW lease (continuation of this lease is not guaranteed in the future). This site is inadequate for heavy raft and kayak use, having very little parking, no boat ramp or restroom facilities. ThBs site is also the put-in site for boaters for the less challenging downstream stretch through Eagle-Vail and Avon. An adequate access facility is essential in this area. Possible sites for developed boat access points are the State Department of Transportation land in Eagle-Vail, the CDOW leased land near River Run, undec the I-70 bridge just past Eagle-Vail, and the US West Building at Stone Creek. There is also access to the river in Avon on Vail Associates land on the southwest side of "$ob" the Bridge. There is a road to.Yhe river, but no restroom or trash disposal facilities. It is also on private land with no guarantee of continued access availability in the future, therefore a developed site in the. Avon area is also desirable. . Gilman Gorge No public access currently exists in this area. The Gilman Gorge has the potential for providing a number of recreational opportunities such as advanced rafting and kayaking, rock climbing, fishing, hiking, picnicking and historic sites. Many public comments have concentrated on this area, as people know of the recreaYional value and have had to trespass to use this area. Eagle County and the USFS should pursue acquiring access in and out of the Gilman Gorge for both land and on-water use from the private land owners (primarily the railroad and the mines). The optimal access points would be somewhere around both the Red Cliff Bridge and Tigiwon Road. Continuing efforts to clean up the river in this area should be monitored and encouraged. Gore Creek: Ford Park-Confluence Park During the citizen participation process, there was a comment that it would be nice to provide raft and kayak put in and takeout facilities at Ford Park. Most kayakers gain access to Gore Creek at the East Vail exit or on the golf course and take out downstream, generally where any bridge crosses the stream. A creek access in this area should be considered if funds become available, as there is adequate parking and fairly easy access to the creek. There is a new park site owned by the Town of Vail at the confluence of Gore Creek and the Eagle_ River that is being developed in conjunction with the Town of Vail bike path to Dowd Junction. This park site will function as a rest stop, provides access to the creek and,river for fishing but will not feature a boat access area. Eagle River Parks in Red Cliff, Mintum'and Eagle-Vail The Town of Red Cliff has conceptual plans to improve some land adjacent to the Eagle River for a p6cnic area and. general access. Minturn has constructed two riverside parks, one near the cemetery and one near Eagle Street. A town/regional open space park at the southern end of town at Bolt's Lake adjacent to the Eagle River is being pursued. Due to it's regional potential, there may be several potential improvements and partnerships opportunities at this proposed park site. Another potential site for a river park is in the downtown area as part of the redewelopment of the Southern Pacific rail yard which is expected to occur eventually. . In Eagle-Vail, the inventory ofavailable site along the river is small but there are some parcels that are currently undeveloped that could be explored as possible access to the river for fishing, boating and the general enjoyment of area residents. 61 - ~v Avonffidwards/Wo@cork Area FMolco44Brodge This is anoYher importanY access poinY to the Eagle River on BLNfl land for boating and fishing, above Trestle Rapids. IY is also a dangerous place; vvith IimiYed access betvveen the river and Highvvay 6 across from the Wolco44 SYore. The BLM is IooOcing into acquiring the current Colorado Department of Transportation site near the reilroad 4r'eS41e vveS4 Of WoICOY4. They hope Yo develop this site after the DepartmenY of TransporYaYion moves ouY. The res4 of the land in this area is privaYely owned, so this dvoutd be a good site Yo purchase land or acquire easement rights. Lake CPeek Apartenen4s and 4a?e Squava Creek S4a4e Land Board IParcel Access along 4his considerable s4retch o# river is open to the public at Yhis time and is important fior many recreational activiYies. Public access was granted along the river as part of Lake Creek Apartmencs development. A bike pa4h has been consYruc4ed separaYe firom buY parallel 4o the river for the IengYh of the projecY. The Squaw Creek NVasYe UVaYer Trea4menY planY provides a principal puY in and Yalce ouY poin4 for boaYers, and wi4h the CDOW acquisition of the Squaw Creek Parcel lease approximately one and a half miles of river has been opened to the public for fishing and oYher recreational activiYies. The SYate Land Board owns the land downsiream from the TreaYment planY and the conYinuaYion of the CDOW lease is by no means ceRain. Eagle CounYy has expressed an interest in purchasing ihis land for recreation and open space purposes and is trying to find funding for this purchase. Any improved/acquired access in'this area is very desirable. The Squaw Creek sYretch of water should be studied further a candidate #or catch-and-release or "fly fishing only" status. Eagle Rieer Parbcs in Adon, Edvaards and lNolco44 In Avon, a parlc along the river providing public access would complement the thriving town center that is being creaYed. A Yrail along the river the length of Avon is proposed and would 4ie into the proposed County Yrails plan a4 either end of town. Pedestrian/bicycle' access could be provided to a potential park via this Yrail. In the Edwards area, poYenYial communiYy park sites include the S4aYe Rest Area or acquisition o# one of the several private parcels 4haY still remain in the area, such as the Brett Ranch. Berry Creek Ranch 5th fiiling provides considerable open space buY no access to the river. WiYh the development of the Miller Ranch by the School District, opportunities may exist for a partnership to create a river park in the area of the school. In WolcotY, all.of the land in the "community center" is privately owned. Opportunities may exist foc purchase or . lease of a poYential river park, possibly in conjunction with the Wolcott Bridge launch site discussed above. 6LM lands upsYream may ofifer anoYher opYion for a community patk site. Edwards Area Easemen4s A 15' public access easement was granted through Old Edwards EstaYes on the north side of the river. Public parking does no2 exist excep4 fior streets in the subdivision and this easement involves being ofif of the bank and in the wa4er mosY of the season. The easement is not well known and crosses priva4e lots. Aeon Area and Easemen4s A 50' public access easement was granted through River Forge development east of Avon. It is a relatively short section of river and a relatively unknown easement but available to the public. Another access exists at the AAcGrady acres subdivision west of iVottingham Ranch Road. The boat access site at "Bob" the bridge bvas previously described under powd Chutes. Access has been recenYly obtained through the developrrienY' orocess sz east and west of the bridge in the form of bicycle paths and a fisherman's path. Additionally, several stretches of the river through the west portion of town have been obtained as flood easements and open space. Arrowhead and Miller Ranch Access to the stretch of river along the Arrowhead at Vail development is likely to improve since the public school district has purchased Miller Ranch for a school site and there is river frontage included in that parcel. Access is impaired somewhat by the railroad tracks but there may be opportunities to create safe access to the river front. A public access easement exists alone the Eagle.River through portions of the Arrowhead development and is . accessed via the "public park" at the west end of the development but is not well known. Arrowhead .has designated this section of river "fly fishing only" through a lease with the CDOW that strictly stipula4es limits on number of people, hours of use and requires a reservation. A connection from the Arrowhead park site and . school property. Access in this area should be carefully planed (see River Site Management guidelines above) and considered monitored to prevent overuse. Beaver Creek The lower section of Beaver Creek is highly developed and recreation opportunities are primarily golf, hiking and biking. It is a high profile area, like Vail, and receives extensive recreational use. The upper part of Beaver Creek extends into the Holy Cross Wilderness area has potential for many recreational opportunities. Public access.to this major tributary needs to be protected and possibly expanded. BLM Campground in Wolcott This site is west of Wolcott and has been recently improved by the BLM, providing a gravel parking area and restroom facilities. The site provides both takeout and put in access for boaters and access off the highway for ' fishing on BLM land. Unfortunately, trespass on Denver Water Board land to the east commonly occurs. tt is also a favorite site for rock climbers, as is the railroad trestle area to -the east (located on private Iand). Because it is already developed, it should be listed on the recreation map as a major recreation point, and monitored and improved as use. is increased. Camping between the access road and the river. BLM access sites between Edwards and Wolcott BLM river access sites in this area that should be monitored and improved if necessary to handle increased use. include .the Bellyache site and the Bocco Cabin Site. All BLM sites except Wolcott Campground should be day use only since these other sites lack facilities. - Lake Creek and Squaw Creek Both of these tributaries flow through a considerable amount of private property which is being develuped at this time. They are also valuable recreational corridors for hiking, biking and fishing and should be protected for continued public recreation uses wherever possible through improvement of facilities and appropriate access points. . PONE.50~ 63 Ute, AlEcali, Muddy and Milk CPeeks These Yributaries flovv into the river from the north near WolcoYe and the land along ihem is a mix o# private ranches, large acreage home sites, BLM and USFS property. The upper reaches of these tributaries are importanY areas fior camping, hiking, hunYing and vvildlife watching. The headwaters of Milk and Alkali Creeks are within a BLRN !Alilderness Study Area bvhich encompasses Castle Peak. There are numerous camp sites on • the BLAiJ and USFS proper2ies, hovvever none are developed campground areas. These areas should be monitored to de4ermine need #or future improvements ' . Other TPibu4avies The tribwaries of NNcCoy and Buclc Creelcs (a USFS trailhead has been recently secured at Buck Creek), dvere identified during the public process as being threatened with elimination of public access and should be moniYOred. Eagle/Gypsum/Dogsero Eagle Rider Parizs in Eagle, Gypsuen and Do4sero In Eagle, Chambers Park currenYly provides access 4o the Eagle River and as a highway rest area, is used by travelers as well as local residents. Access to the river is also possible at the Eagle County Fairgrounds in Eagle. BoYh of these sites provide parking, restroom and Yrash disposal facilities which are adequate at this time, but should be carefully monitored. Access for fishing and other activities exists at both sites and for about a mile downsYream from the Fairgrounds on the north. side of the river. Float trips for both fishing and for drifting along a rela4ively undeveloped sYreYCh of the river can be aYtractive from Yhis poinY. Through the current effiort Yo masYer plan the Eagle County Fairgrounds, fishing, walking, and scenic viewing should be incorporated inYO the ptan. Public inpuY indicates Yhat 4his area has tremendous poYen4ial, particularly in regard to the river access and scenery. An access easemenY along the river in east Eagle was recently obtained Yhrough development of the Eagle Villas aparement project. The project also includes a'public park on the river. A soft footpath may be warran4ed along the waterline Yo concentrate impacts. In Gypsum, there are no developed public access sites on the river currently within the Town of Gypsum: There are undeveloped parcels o# land along the River ihrough Gypsum that could be acquired to provide a Town Park thaY includes public access Yo the Eagle River. Gypsum Ponds State Wildlife Area provides an access site fior Gypsum residenYS as do Yhe Eagle River Estates easements, both described below. . In Dotsero, Yhere are several opportunities Yo create river parks both on the Eagle River and Colorac9o river as there are several undeveloped privaYe parcels remaining in the area. There is a BLflN site easY of Dotsero. tha4 could be improved. Near the confluence of the Eagle and Colorado, there are several small lakes created by gravel mining in the area that could be Yurned into an amenity for the local and regional population as vvell as draw travelers from the inters2aYe. Eas4 04 fEagle 4o Red Canyon A Colorado Division of W/ildlife fishing lease easY of Eagle runs for approximaYely six miles along the norYh side of • the river. People rnoving to fiish souYh of the river centerline are trespassinp on the Diamond S Ranch and ° 64 ~ ~ trespass is frequent to get to.the easement from Highway 6. Numerous pullouts exist along Highway 6 throughout this stretch to either access the fishing lease or BLM land near Red Canyon. Consolidation of access points and parking should be considered and an effort made to control trespass. There are no improved areas however, for restroom and trash disposal facilities, but they should be considered as use of this area increases. Thei~e is some private land which breaks up this stretch at about the mid-point and east of the rock quarry. This is an area where development could jeopardize access to the river in the future and easements should be requested. The Canyonwoods subdivision at the edge of Red Canyon includes a 30' access easement at the rear of each lot but it remains to be seen, as use increases, how private lot owners will accommodate use. This entire section of. river will need continued monitoring and action. BLM access sites between iNolcn!t and Dotsero, including Gypsum Campground Sites in this area that should be monitored and improved if necessary to handle increased use include the Red Canyon site near Eagle, Community and Horse Pasture sites near Gypsum and the Lava Flow site near potsero. Day use only should be allowed at all BLM sites except Gypsum Campground. No camping should be allowed in Red Canyon on the BLM land on the north bank of the river because of sanitation problems per the BLM. Gypsum Ponds State Wildlife Area This .is an important piece of the river for fishing , hunting and other recreational and wildlife activities. It is owned and maintained by the Division of Wildlife. No boat ramp will be developed at this site by the DOW. Gypsum Area Easements A public access easement is granted along the nocth bank of the river through the length of the Eagle Estates subdivision. Generally 20' wide but travels through private lots where access sometimes inhibited. Informal access through Wallboard plant property to CDOW Gypsum Ponds wildlife area. Brush Creek and Gypsum Creek . Both of these major tributaries traverse land that is largely rural and agricultural in nature while providing considerable recreational opportunities. The headwaters of both creeks lie in USFS land, while the lower stretches are largely private. The Sylvan Lake State Recreation Area is on West Brush south of Eagle. Fishing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, wildlife watching, camping and hunting are important in these areas and draw a considerable number of people from outside Eagle County for these activities. These are areas in which recreational opportunities could be jeapardized by development plans. They are the last major tributaries of the . Eagle River which still have a pre-resort economy character and any development should take into consideration the potential effects on current recreational activities in batance with those that might be gained. Other Tributaries • The tributaries of Eby, Salt and Bruce Creeks, located in this area, were identified during the public process as tieing threatened with elimination of public access and should be monitored. . 65 BUd EdCLE RMER ACCESS I'La'° Fb"r °°ce°o rowu/crouwrr/srah nccESS 2.'Noroo Vaaturo coooan 1. Eoglo Counly FalrgrounAn 9. Qonawl 'oommunky' aewoo o. 2. Tovn ot Ea9lo Chambero Park 4• Bt91 eampground r~aaf of Gypnum 3. Stab LanA Bourd Eaglo Rivor/Squaa Crook eonfluomo m mf. CDOW S. 'DmaO Cotn Rapld' aocoao 4. CDOT Edmards Roat Areo ( 9 ~ ) 8. 'Red Cairyon/Botrop Pif aaaoan S. Town ot Avon Bob Bridgo 7. BLp1 emnpQround voaf o/ C/olaoM 8. CDOY I-70 Midgo ovnr Eugb Rh~or 8. 'Booao' aoeo" r 7. Stafo Wnd Board Dowd Junollon m t C00 8. Ufo Crook/Eagb a~oo • ;-i`'~,~i ~ ( sm.br w~ 8. roan ot van ford Pork ' 10. "Ballyaaho aeooaa 8. Bao}h Creok Aaoasa fo Goro Crooh 10. PMcln Crook Accooo fo Goro Crook 11. Torm ef dinfum Eagb Rivor Porlc (aofuopy oro 2) EA/~ LE RI~i ~]ER ~r WATERSHED BOUNDARY ~~TAr~v7~ ~7-~ SHED V o ~ ~11 lI~ 1i~, ~~~~~~~~ON ,o ~CCESS 0 6 L E G E ND rer / ~ > ~3 .~I.J~J~,~ ~ 4~'+i ~%t~M;f .4 ~ ~•'.~r''s"7 SiA7E Of OOLORADO FOAEST SErACE euaErw a vao MANacmorr PPoVAIE LAlfD ~ °y;r: ~R5 % ~'Y ~ .r. ~ ~ ;P+ ' y 11C uSUw f3 7Rn4HFnD P . ~ .c ? r~R . a ~'i F y t ~ y Bti1 IEVE7t l;OCESS x . r e M w ro . " , ~0 t CZ= CDOW RMER dDCES$ PUBUC USE lFl~SES OM WM/AlE INN USQ4 i5 RlVfit ACCESS 7M/WIRAY/SfA7E AOCE35 WATERSHED BOUNDARY N0TL. <.~4F Trbutmy ax¢eo N oJ ponrla8y otuuu N~eto VwO to °ajooPUBUC USE ACCESS EASEMEHT OR LEASES ON PRIVATE IAND ^t °~ODa 1. Eayk Rhr Eelafa parmonont oasamsnf 2. Eapto Vplae Aparlmanh pertnonsnt eosemont CDOW .t ~ ~7~ ~ ;3~ • 3. ROd MIII. ROfICIi pOfTOMM OIIQ tGTD~fI' ~Dp~lO11~8 ~GLE COUNTY a. copa spupa var ceurss mmff.e eos.m.~t artiitN Courm---:'~ . ; " f C~YP~m~dnStaM VNdtl4o a.co S. Lako Crook dparlmenh permomnt seamonf 6. 07d Edvorda Fafolp pemwnsnl eoeemonl IAKE COUNTY 7. Tho Rsooroo pormammnt trvll saeommnt noor rfiwr 8. ArrowhwE {fomqneM eoatMnt ~ ~ ~ ~IVE~ C~SS 8 Baover Crook pormanent frali eocortant dong Awr 10.Riaer forge parmunan} ~~nwW 2. Goro Crook aeuoaa . 4 s • e ~ CHAU"TER 8: LAND lJSE I B. I. OVERV0EW OI~ ~~~D US~ ~~SUES AND OBJECTIVES Several land use issues and concerns were identified and_ discussed during the planning process: ~~~d-Use Ossues: . . . Lack ofi coordinated planning Detween govemments and ayencies to addresses watershed issues lnconsistent or inefifiective regulations - Public concern about approving rriore development than the water supply can accommodate , . Lack ofi coordination to improve access and protect open space or sensitive ' areas along the rivers and tributaries. , In response to the identified issues and concerns, and in support of the goals for the Plan, the following objectives were developed: Land Use Obyecguves: - 9. Coordinate and BrnpPObe lAlaYershed Planning and Planning TooOs 2. Progecg Sensitive Lands, Open Space and AppPOpriate Access 8,2 BACKGROUND . Oonpacgs o$. La,nd Use on ghe Watershed . Human land use in the Eagle River watershed is the major influence on the overall health and condition of the watershed. Local and regional land uses have impacted 1) the quantity of vvater through human demand for residential, commercial and industrial development, 2) the quality of water through additions of chemical and organic substances to Yhe water from direct sources such as mines and indirect sources such as urban run-off, 3) wildlife habitat that is adjacent to water features, and access to water sources that has been removed or blocked, 4) recreational opportunities that depend on a minimum quantity and quality of water or access availability, and 5) the aesthetic quality of the water features which are often obscured or encroached upon by land uses. " 67 Population Growth Through.the eariy 9 990's, Eagle County was ranked as the third fastest growing population in the state. tn many ways, Eagle County is becoming an urban county. The bulk of the private land in the County is located in the river and tributary valley bottoms and the majority of the population lives along the Eagle River and its largest tributary Gore Creek. This presents an image of a very dense and developed area. Development to accommodate the needs and desires of the growing population, both in Eagle County and on the front. range, has affected the watershed in many ways, some of wh'ich were described above: The following table illustrates the relatively rapid rate of growih in Eagle County: Table 5. Comparat6ve Population Figures Area 1980 1990 %change 2000• °,bchange' Eagle County 13,320 21,928 + 39.3% 32,474 + 32.5% Regional 121;062 142,302 +14.996 189,790 +25% State 2,889,735 3,294,394 + 12.3% 4,018,309 + 1 1.7L Source: Colorado Division of Locel Govarnment, December 1994. Region perteins to Northwest Coloredo Council of Governments Region which includes the counties of Clear Creek, Eagle, Garfield, Gilpin, Grand, Jackson, Lake. Moffat, Park, Pitkin, Rio Blenco, Routt and Summit. •Projected population and change. Land Use Patterns in the 11VatersFoed Communities typically develop adjacent to waterways for a variety of reasons, including transportation, water supply for domestic, agricultural and industrial needs, and because of the appealing vegetation and scenery that usually is adjacent to rivers. In the. Eagle. River, watershed, all of the Towns are located along the Eagle River or it's major, tributaries: The land use. pattern is very linear, responding to the rivers and streams that also generally define the route of the railroad line, the Interstate and Highway 6. The distances between communities are shrinking as development fills in the river and tributary valleys.. Common Goals but Inconsistent Regulations Each town and the County have responded differently to the river over the years as demonstrated by the type of adjacent land uses that have been permitted and by the number and type of river or creekside amer}ities zhat have-been provided. Steadily-,-the-Fiver--system is gaining more recognition as a community asset and more attention is being focused on what types of adjacent land uses are appropriate and what type of amenities should be pursued. A common element in each of the Town Master Plans and the County Master Plan, is the identification of the Eagle River and it's tributaries as a community asset that should be protected. gg p:2*41 In terms of regulations, inconsistencies between tovvn and County stream setback standards regulations evere identifiied during the planning process, in addition to oYher ineffective o'r deficient land use practices and regulations. The follovving table illustrates the inconsistencies betwreen Town and County development setback regulations from rivers and sireams. Tab8e 6. L~Sg19S$UPBg IToPRln and QooMn4}y StPeaflVO Se$baCkS: • Red Cliff 0' or.floodplain . flNinYurn 30' from high water mark - Vail 50' from center line of s2ream Avon 30' from high water marlc Eagle 50' from high water marlc Gypsum 0' or floodplain Unincorporated 50' from high water mark Eagle County 8.3. LAND USE OBJECTWES AND RECOMnIIEfVDED ACTIONS 8.3.1. Objecguve: COORDBNATE AND 8MPR0!/E QN.4TERSHED PLANN@NG AIVD F'LANNING TOOLS During the planning process it was discovered that many citizens and government representatives felt they did not have: 1) a comprehensive understanding of the vvatershed system and the balance between human activities and the health of the watershed, 2) a comprehensive understanding or knowledge of all the pertinent state and federas ageaacies oP Pegulations regarding watershed features, 3) enough anfovenataon sharing occurring between local, state, and federal levels and coordinated administration of regulations and management plans, 4) unfioPmag6on soupces Yhat present a comprehensive picture ofi the watershed resources; and 5) eeafoPCemeng goo0s oP personnel. The establishment of an Eagle River V1/atershed Committee, as outlined in the implementation chapter is a key step tovvards coordinated planning fior watershed issues. ..Recoapnmended Acteons: . 1. CPeage Comprrehensive WaYePShed Maps Create a set ofi maps that detail access, land uses, YransporYation feaYures, sensitive and open lands as folloevs: 69 . ~ Land Uses: ' areas suitable for gravel exteaction adjacent to river/streams ' areas where severe disturbance has been caused by grazing or other agricultural practices • parcel boundaries , ` parcel ownership ' priva4e and public open space ' roads and trails ' jurisdictional boundaries • federal lands under consideration for disposal or exchange (after the current Land Adjustment Processes that include public input are completed) • zoning districts existing land uses ` existing densities ' golf courses ` existing and proposed snow dumps ` stormwater discharge areas . ` existing and proposed irrigation structures ` point source and non-point source problem areas " drop structures for aquatic habitat improvement ` distribution features of existing water systems (including storage and diversion points) ` hazardous irrigation structures or areas where debris exists in the river ` historic sites adjacent to river or streams Sensitive and Open Lands: general areas of wetlands • wildlife habitat/calving and nesting sites ` wellhead protection areas ' groundwater recharge areas , . ` headwaters ` tributaries ` riparian zones ' confluences . • floodplains . . ~ . ' geo-hazard areas ` areas of erosion that need attention + soils, particularly identifying soils that present septic/wellhead conflicts ' shallow ground water areas ' topography ' greenbelt buffers for all areas for habitat linkage ` "Threatened and Endangered" species locations ` Potential "Watchable Wildlife" sites Access: ` existing river and tributary access easements and terms of easement ` historical access points that are not perpetually guaranteed ' potential access points (particularly those that provide access to adjacent public lands or are near dense population areas) . . ~ 70 . . . ~ ~c',,~?~ • ° possible. mulYiple use access si4es (combined vviYh parks), and necessary irtnprovemenYS necessary (restrooms, launch ramps, parking, signs, eYC.) ° areas Yhat should require a fee to help pay for managemenY ° areas vviYh IimiYaYions on commercial users . ° behicle restric4ed areas ° closures for vvildlife benefits ° o4her sensiYive areas to avoid Transpov4a4ion Fea4ures: ° culverts under roadways - ° bridges ° ?aIlf08dS ' 2. Deve0op Master Plans for each of the Tr6butary Valleys Each Master Plan should evaluate potential densities and carrying capacities based' on natural elements and community desires fior each. Refine 2he Eagle CounYy Master Plan to include that same information on a future land use map. 3. Omplemeng a Cooperative Enforcemeaag Prograrn of Existing Regulat6ons Organize an enfiorcement program that vvould .take place over several monihs and involve all relevant jurisdictions to survey the river fior 1) viotations and potential problems that need to be corrected by the appropriate private party . or ovvner (e.g. dumping, erosion, point source pollution, encroachment, etc.), 2) proper operation under terms ofi special use permits, and 3) illegal or expired uses. As part of the overall campaign to increase awareness and appreciation, clean-ups targeting specific debris and dumping problem areas should be organized. - 4. Revise ff3iveP/Creek Setbacks foP Consistency and Sensitive Lands Protecgion Development setbacks are one tool for creating protective stream or river °°bufifers.°' The concept has been successful in many communities throughout the United States to protect water quality,_wildlife habitaY and scenic community character, and to provide recreation opportunities. The concepY generally involves leaving a strip of undeveloped land between a land use and the waterway. The vvidth of a buffer may be uniform or vary to accommodate specific situations such as riparian areas, floodplains or existing land uses. _ The follodving is presented as a suggested setback that each jurisdiction vvithin the dvatershed could adopt. Each jurisdiction, if it chooses to adopt Yhis buffer concept and recommended vvidth, vvould need to consider how 71 ~ . . a ~ ~ existing land uses that fall within the riparian, flood or buffer zone would best be treated. Suggested River and Live Stream Buffer Standard.• , . Locate all structures, grading, paving and land disturbance outside of the riparian zone or 100 year floodplain of live rivers, streams or lakes, or 75 feet* measured from the high water at ground tevel, whichever is greater: In certaincircumstances, a greater setback rnay be . required to protect the riparian zone, floodplain or watervvay. . All vegetation shall be left undisturbed in, its natural state within the described protection zones. Permitted vegetative disturbance includes environmentally appropriate noxious weed control and enhancement of the area with appropriate ripariari zone plantings (willows, . cottonwoods, etc.). Approved trails, bridges, fences, irrigation structures, flood control and erosion devices may be constructed within the required setback if there will be little or no disturbance. Underground utilities may be located in such protected areas upon approval (conditional, special, etc.) provided there is no alternative location for such utilities, there will be minimal or no disturbance and other pertinent approvals are obtained (e.g. Corps of Engineers). *Possible VaPiations or Additions to the above: ' * Adopt a setback of 75 feet adjacent to the Eagle River and 50 feet adjacent to tributary streams . Riparian and floodplain widths wnuld apply as the setback if greater than either the 75 feet or 50 feet distance. A more substantial setback should be considered for relatively dense or intensive land uses, such as apartment complexes, mobile home parks, commercial buildings and indusirial uses, may warrant an increased setback to buffer the more intensive water quality, access traffic, and view character impacts that may be associated with those uses. The exact setback would need to be based on an analysis the of site and development proposal. * At minimum, protection of the riparian zone, 100 year floodplain boundary --•--vr W-feet -from the high-water mark-•f a-setback-required currently by two local jurisdictionsl, whichever is greater, should be required in order to improve consistent resource protection. 72 . . . ~ • ~ BrrigaYion ditehes could, if desired, be incorporated into this suggested standard as vvell in that many irrigation ditches feature established riparian vegetation (e,g. cottonwood trees). + RipaPian zone is defined as the banks and adjacent vegetation inf/uenced by Phe high water table. P/ant types associated witg riparian zone include buP are rrot limited to cottonvvoods, wi/lows, a/ders, aspens, and chokecherry. The presence or absence of these planis does not , alwiays indicaPe a riparian comrnunity. Pasf.7and use practices may have degraded Phe . vegetation to the point where iP does not appear to have riparian chara.cteristics ,but because of the high wa?er table in the,area a change in the land use can quickly restore the riparian commurriPy. Conversely, a few characteristic plants may noP indicate a true riparian communiYy. For this reason on-site analysis is needed to he/p make this determination. The agencies available, to ma4re these inspections include Co%rado Division of Wildlife, Soil Conservafion Seniice, Corps of Engineers, Eagle County Environmental Hea/th and other Povvn or CounPy sPaff vviPg a,opropriaPe Praining, lf disagreemenP about riparian boundaries occurs, on-site studies should be prepareal dvith scienPific.analysis by expert sources. This definition of.riparian was comprehensively compi/ed from CDOW, lVatural Resourc.es Conseivation Seniices, USFS and US Army Corps of Engineeis definitions of riparian zone. Figure 2. Riparian IEcosystem Cross Section. shmbe and gram 4 SG9Palbs a r , . s7oYges and PustlOes • ° j . . Emergents- . . . ..m ..Aquat9c . . Rlparlan Ecosystern ~ Ecosystern_" . 73 5. Locate Compatible Larod Uses AdjaCent to Rivers and Streams Land uses such as moderate intensity commerciai, public services (e.g. . treatment plants, town parks), low to high density housing may be compatible with the river and creeks as adjacent land uses within the boundaries of a town or community center (Wolcott, Edwards, etc:). Low to moderate density residential development, open space and recreational uses may be app.ro_priate both within a town, community center or in the unincorporated area outside of the towns. High intensity or heavN service commercial, large parking lots and industrial (except properly miticiated gravel . resource. pits properly mitigated) uses are not considered land uses . compatible with the rivers and streams primarily because of visual character, water quality and riparian area impacts. Each loca9 jurisdiction will need to refine what type of land uses are most appropriate adjacent to thp river or creeks where developable land exists. 6. Develop River/Creekfront Design Standards Implement guidelines or regulations to promote the design of development adjacent to the river that complements the scenic attributes of the river and does not impact water quality and habitat (e.g. Town of Avon has design guidelines for properties adjacent to thE- river in their Comprehensuve Plan). Applicable design standards should be commensurate with the level of expected impact of the development type, including atl residential f35 acre lots, minor subdivisions, apartments, etc.1, commercial and industrial projects. Suggested Design Standards: *Cluster structures within developments and in relation to iieighboring developments to provide views to the stream and riparian areas, provide open areas and to promate use by wildlife. *Provide view corridors between clusters of buildings *Provide areas, of unrestricted views to the river%stream and riparian - area without berms, utility structures, etc. *Downlight all exterior light fixtures *Focus design and site orientation towards the river *If applying the minimum setback requirement, design building to step down in height in response to natural topography and limit the height of the side of building closest to river/stream to 35 feet *Provide trails, soft or hard surface, to define/concentrate .3ccess to the river corridor by project occupants (or public, if applicable) •---''Landscape using appropriate nartive-plants 7. Analyze Ability to Supply Adequate Water Perform a comprehensive analyses of all water consumptive uses to insure that water quantity needs for the development do not exceed the local ability . . . 74 . ~ to provide for vvater (see also VVater Quantity, VVater Quality, Wildlife) and that there are not adverse impacts on the watershed. S. AnaVyze Golf Couese arad SkB APea F'roposals Analyze golf courses and ski area proposals (in conjunction writh required State and Federal processes) to insure that: ¢ VVater supply is avaitable in addition to water rights; ' Minimum stream filovv levels will noY be affecte.d; # Augmentation plans vvill augment the Eagle River watershed; * A°'Best a-Aanagement Practices" water and chemical use program has been developed and an enforcement method is proposed; ~ System or site design includes physical features to prevent negaYive vvater quality impacts (berms, ponds, etc.); # Land use development will not be accelerated beyond the carrying capacity ofi that particular area as established by pertinenY comprehensive plans. ~ Natural land fieatures and vegetation are preserved S. Deve6op a Model Sensctive Lands OverBay Zone Create a model "overlay°" standard for protection of sensitive lands associated with, the river and tributaries that can be adopted individualfy or cooperatively by the Towns and County. Items to address include (see also item 10): # A general inventory map of sensitive lands locations throughout the watershed as a tool to generally inform citizens and governmental decision makers about where sensitive lands are generally located in the watershed and to alert that further study may be needed: Sensitive lands include but are not limited to: wetland areas, floodplains, critical wildlife habitat, headwaters and tributaries, . confluences and riparian zones, wellhead protection areas, aquifier, recharge areas. A buffer zone between structures and offic.ially defined wetlands so that structures are not located at the very edge ofi a wetlands and thereby compromise integrity of the wetlands. • A buffer zone for protection ofi springs ~ A zone of lower intensity adjacent to sensitive areas °'Standards fior parking lots and other surfaces that promote runofif •-(see also Chapter 5: Water Qnatity) ~ . °A list of pertinent sensitive lands regulations 10. Revuew ReBated Regueations OFloodpla6n, WetBand, Drairaagep for Effecguveness and PossfibBe Reviseon . • 75 s ~ p e ~ Review floodplain, drainage, storm runoff, retention/detention and erosion control regulations utilized by each jurisdiction and create common policy and standards that can be adopted individually or cooperatively by the Towns and County. Most of the floodplain regulations follow the, standard model set forth by the Federai Emergency Management Agency. What does deviaie is how each community interprets or enforces the standards. Drainage, storm runoff, retention and detention standards vary in each jurisdiction. Determine which, if any, of the federa8 and state wetland or floociplain processes may warrant stricter control at a local level .(e.g. Army Corps Nationwide Permits?. Local controls cannot conflict or be weaker, than those .federal or state processes but in certain cases can be made stricter if local needs and desires dictate. This conceipt will reauire clear leqal g_uidance and consultation with the approQriate federal and state agencies. It may be possible for local entities to provide assistance to federal authorities for adminstration of pertinent regulations. There are 26 types of Nationwide Permits adminstered by the Corps of Engineers. There have been discussion with the Corps about training local government personnel to assist more often with administration of their programs. Suggested Actions ant0 Po/icies specifi~c to Wet/ands: 1. Generally delineate wetlands on a map for information p urposes. That action would need to be done in consultation with the appropriate regulating agencies and has' been successfully undertaken ~ in other Colorado locations such as Crested Butte and Boulder. Public input specifically identified wetlands that need protection on Lake, Squaw, Brush, Gore, HomestakN, Cross Creek and on Eagle River near . Edwards, Avon and Wolcott. Roparian zones on Buck and Gore Creek were also identified. 2. Development adjacent to wet:lands should incorporate a wetlands buffer of a sufficient width as determined by federal permitting agency, or local government wi1:h agency technical guidance. This policy recognizes that wetlands integrity must be preserved in order to protect it's value for flood damage prevention, erosion conitrol, water , quality filtering, wildlife habitat ;and recreation opportunities. (Several -°--rtechrrical sources recommend that-wettand tiuffers are essential to maintaining the integrity of the wvetlands. See References„). 3. Preserve existing and establivhed wetlands in the Eagle River watershed as opposed to creating new wetlands or contributing to ~ 76 . . . ~ a s vvetlands °'banks°' outside of or elsewhere in ihe County. If mitigation is allowed by the Federal permitting agencies, work with those agencies to require that the replacement wetlands be in place prior to removai of the original vvetfands. Replacement wetlands should be of equal or greater acreage, have equal or better filtering values, and occur on-site or at Yhe closest possible area in the wratershed to help offset impacts. Suggested Actions and PoAicies speciric to F/oopd/ains: . 1. Pursue funds from the Federal Emergency Manayement Agency, Army Corps or Bureau of Fieclamation .and Colorado Water ' Conservation Board to complete flood mapping for the Eagle Fiiver and major tributaries in the watershed, including mapping for mud and debris filovvs. 2. Discourage (or prohibit) development, encroachment or atteraYion of the lands associated with the river and tributaries that can be classified as 100 year floodplain or federally qualified wetlands. Exceptions to this provision are approved trails, bridges, fences, irrigation structures, flood control, erosion devices and recreation activities that cause little or no disturbance. Underground utilities may be located in such protected area with review approval as determined by the agency provided there is no alternative Iocation for such utilities and there is minimal disturbance of vegetation or landscape features associated with the use. 3. Require that the 100 year floodplain be mapped on all development proposals adjacent to a water feature and possible impacts on the waYer feature be addressed. . 4. ProHibit building projecfions or appurtenances (decks) into the . riparian zone, wettand or floodplain. 5. Encourage all Towns and County to take part in the in the community flood rating system. 6. Prohibit alteration of river or stream channels unless approved by . pertinent agencies as an enhancement project (aquatic habitat - °-----irnprovement; -drop structures; irrigation-struetures, bridges). 11. OmpPOve Locai Authoraty on 35 AcPe ExernptBons 9mplernenY local reviewr policies of parcels of land up to 70 acres in size Yo insure stream setbacks, protection of sensitive areas, erosion contro6, etc. 77 ' fl 4 o a . . ~ ~ Review the 35 acre subdivision exempfion taws and well permit parcel -size for effectiveness in protecting watershed resources. 6.3.3. Objective: PROTECT ADJACEIVT SENSITIVE AREAS, OPEN SPACE AND APaROPRIATE ACCESS Recominended Actions: 1. Protect Riparian Lands as Highest Open Space Priority • Establish riparian areas as highest priority to protect in federal, -state, county or town acquisitions by trade, purchase, annexation agreemEiits, easement, etc. 2. Jointly Pursve Open Space Funds Pool Town and County Open Space Funds to acquire riparian corridors and . other sensitive lands as permanent open space. Develop partnerstiips with State, Federal and private entities with similar riparian and sensitive lands preservation goals. . 3. Guarantee Open Space as Perpetual Insure that lands set aside as open space through development or governmental purchase remain open space perpetually through pla-t or deed restrictions, zoning or g?anting of conservation easements to government or non-profit partners. 4.. Maintain Public Lands as Open Space ' With agency approval, rezone public lands to open space (PLOS) an zoning maps including State Land Board, Division of Wildlife, USFS, BLM and other - appropriate lands. Additionally, revise tnwn and County open space maps to identify which public lands are most important to preserve as open space perpetually to provide guidance to federal and state land managerrient . agencies considering local land 'exchange or sale praposals. Land trades can increase the amount of developable lanci which may not be beneficial to the health of the watershed. 5. Develop ParBcs and Traifs Develop parks and trails adjacent to the river or tributaries where environmentally appropriate (see Chapter 7: Recreation). ----Snpport-Eocal Ranching Activities Locally develop policies, standards, taxing structures, incentives, funding and" other means of encouraginy ranching arid appropriate agricultural uses to continue as a means of preserving open space adjacent to the river and tributaries. _ - ~ ~ S / s . P ~ . r. ' ~~~~E R11 V E1LH YV ATER0.JHED ILAND USE IPATTERNS ~~?~.6Y i~ i^,~,"~i'~~ ":a~`/,4 ~ q , WATERSHED 'BOUNDARY j ; ~ / c~r.~,~ ~ ~ ~'~/'{d t ? .ra'rs'a"//~ ~ ' ~i~ • /%r}~ ' ~r ~ „ a ; ' `r ~p'i ~ / j l r. .ry : c ' M , ~ •Q'. , ~t !e ;~ii~ >ii;~ 14~ a / f'd'~l; • i; , g; ~ , '~r , , * a LE G E N D ~ ; l ~ ~.~q~~t~? / C~•~ ~'r^,~ t li s ~sx ~ e ~ ~ . ~ ~ ~ - / .3 y1 i' f; ~,*r harG~ Y ~,f F ~ ro Lr,. $TA7E OF COLORADO Xµ ~ ~ ;,•'r ~t rr` ' ~ ~ * ~ "~"a~ FOREST SERVICE ~ a ..i ~ ~ ' ~ " ~r,~1," • ~::r ,k~ = ry ~ BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT , sm ACRIWLNRAL AND RESIDENTWL VERY LOW DENSfTY RESIDENTWL LOW OENSfTY RESIDENTWL MEDIUId DENS RY r ",~s s° r M tg RESIDENiIAL HIGH DENSfTY ' ?r' ~ M 4~ r~ 7' f ~ COMNERCIAL Ya6 ~ INDU.STRIAL ~ 1~ a ~rv ~•~t,~ w~ ~ PUBUC AAIENI71E5/FACILJTIES GOIf COURSES WATERSHED BOUNDARY ,P} ALPINE SKIING AREA NORDIC SKIING AREA EHGLE COUNIY - , PITKIN COUNT'f 'J" r ,cr,:E: K~ DV#R L/4CE COUNtY NOTE: Thla map representa general lond uae potteme. in the 1Materehed. For more spec'rfic bnd vee ' tnfwmafbn, conault tha tompreAensive plana ond zoning mape ot oach Torm and the County. ~'eb TOWN OF UAIL ~ 75 South Frontage Road Department of Public Works/Transportation Vail, Colorado 81657 303-479-21581FAX 303-479-2166 MEMORANDUM TO: Vail Town Council FROM: Larry Grafel, Director of Public Works DATE: November 21, 1995 SUBJECT: County Commissioners' Meeting I attended a County Commissioner's work session meeting in Eagle yesterday. An update was given by Bernie Beuscher, Regional Highway Commissioner; Bob Moston, Region III, CDOT; and John Smith, Maintenance Supervisor Region III, CDOT. There were several items discussed, those that affect us are: 1. Highway 6 project at Dowd Junction will be bid this spring. It will consist of widening an overlay of about 1.4 miles of the original 2.4 mile project. This project is funded to only $1.1 million and is not enough for the entire segment. They are going to do as much as they can with the allocated funds. 2. Dowd Junction Bike Path has $430,000 in federal funding, but that may be reduced depending on what the percent reduction is. Expect up to 15% reduction. Side note: We will still be about $100,000 short and will know exactly after we get some bids. 3. There are now three variable message signs, two at Dowd east & westbound and one at Edwards eastbound. In the larger picture, State Representative Sullivant from Summit County is introducing the Chain Law bill at the upcoming legislative session. I also heard this morning that Silverthorne is working on a chain law ordinance for their'/z mile segment with fines up to $500 for not chaining up. Also, Congress has approved as part of the National Highway System (NHS) to allow the states to set their own speed limits on state and federal highways. Expect to see speed limits increased on Interstates to 75 mph and probably 65 mph on selected state highways, especially in rural areas. Congress also passed the Transportation Bill at a higher funding level that was requested which means a little more money coming to Colorado as well as other states. The new six year Statewide Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP) will not be approved until probably the end of the first quarter of `96. It contains the necessary planning consideration for us to get the federal dollars for the $1 million for the replacement buses that we lobbied for. That appears to be on track. Finally, CDOT project requirements in the 20 year Transportation Plan are estimated at $8 - 12 billion, far exceeding the state and federal revenues. There is a new bill called the Noble Bill that would allow collection of sales tax on automobiles, accessories and license fees to go to the Highway Users Tax Fund (HUTF) which would bring in approximately $150 million a year. This is distributed to all municipalities on a formula basis. We will probably get a slight increase in HUTF revenues. LG/aw NOV 21 '95 16=53 EGP GYPSUM : P.1i3 November 21, 1995 -a EAGLEGyPSUM Vail Town Council ' Vail Colorado Via Fax - 970,479-2157 '%'o: i/a Town Council; in regaYd to the item on the agenda af tanight's mceting concerning I-70, Vti1 Pass, and the associated chain requirements I would like to make the fol{owing commcnts. As president and seneral manager of Eagle-Grypsum Products, the wallboard manufactarer in Gypsum, I am vety interested in both sides of the Vail Pass closure and chaiat law issue. Eagte- (Cypsum ships approximately 30 4rucklaads of gypsum wallboard per day eastward over `V'ail lPass. On-tiine delivery snd service are important factocs in the success of our business. Therefore, ie is impor2ant to us ttzat Vail Pass.remain open and passable. I agree that the greatesY cause far the pass to be closed is from large Yrucks that have spun-out on the ascen4 of the pass. The tnacldng company we use for all of our intrastate trucking, Colorado A11state 'g'Pansportation, has inforerted me that the chain iaw has been, and will be, more strictly enforced from the base of the pass to the sumrnit to force truckcrs to chain up, and therefore not spin out on the pass and cause the pass to be closed. AY first, this seems li ke a good idea. However, the tnacks are having to chain up at the base of the pass even if the road is only wet for the first several miles, with snow. packed or icy roads only existing at higher elevacions. I saw this first hand as Y drove to Denvec on the night of IVovember 13 at abaut 10:00 P.M.. The road was only wee from East V'ail witta snow pack and slush beginning several mi[es up the pass. Again, I agree that spun-out trucks are a major cause of the pass closing. And, recyuiring the trucks to chain up certainly reduces the likeGhood of a tcuck spinning-out. However, forcing trucks ta drive with chains on only wet roads is not a good idea. lx prematurely wears out the chains and must damage the highway surface. It is my understanding that a set af chains cost $154 each. If run an a wet raad, they witt only last abdut 10 miles. IJltimately, my company will have to pay for the over used chaitis through higher freight coses. Trucking is a basiness of low profit margins. Additional costs are either passed on 4o ehe consumer or the tnacking company goes out of business. Why not push the responsibilifiy of pass closures to those responsible. If the chain law is in efFect, and atruck spins-out or wrecks, without chains, why not levy a very large fine on the truck driver. One thousand dollars would not be too high. And, alert the truckers of not oniy the road cond'ations, but also of the penalties for trying to make it over the pa.ss without chains when they should chain up. If the snaw does not start until several miles up the pass, then the truckers can elect to chain up at a higher poinE. Or, some trucks depending on loading, drive axle a,rran15%mr.aiU, and traetaon dcviees naay have no niorc noad to chain up et1as~ a dL-ia ' 740 Hwy 6 o P.O. 6ox 980 o Gypsuin, Calaradp $1637 (303) 5a4-9700 . NOV 21 '95 16:54 EGP GYPSUM P.2/3 . . ~ . 1Vovernber 21, 1995 ' Page 2 . VAaI Town Council . trucker decides thaC he oe she did not need 2o chain up and then sp.ins=out, the driver should be severely pettalized. ::.Q ~ I do understand how imporYarzt it is for Vail for the pass ta: stay open as mvch as possible. It also adversely- affccts my business when the pass is closed. Hdwever, I would hope that the T'own of Vafl does not resort to impractical means to solve the problem. , - ers = #ent and General Manager . MEM~~DUM TO: Design Review Board (DRB) FRON1: (:ommunity DeveYopment DATE: November 15, 1995 RE: A sign variance request, for the Gateway Plaza located at 12 S. Frontage Road/I.ot 12, Block SD, Vail Village 1 st Filing. Applicant: Leo Palmos, represented by Craig Klemz Planner: George Ruther 1. DESCRIPTION OF T'HE REOUES The applicant, Leo Palmos owner of the Vail Gateway Plaza Building, represented by Craig Ktemz, is requesting a variance from the Town of Vail sign code. The applicant is specifically requesting a variance from Section 16.20.040(A), free standing signs joint directory signs for multi-tenant building, Purpose. The applicant is not requesting additional sign area. Instead, the applicant is requesting a change in the purpose of a free standing joint directory multi-tenant building sign. Rather than identify each interior tenant with a one square foot sign, the applicant has proposed that the individual signs describe each of the different types of general uses within the building (restaurant, galleaies, shops, ATM). In addition to the smaller signs, the applicant is proposing five square feet for display of a building identification sign, which does not require a variance. According to Section 16.20.040(A) of the sign code, the purpose of a free-standing joint directory sign in a multi-tenant building is: "to Est all tenants within a multi-tenant building and to guide the pedestrian to an igdividual tenant within the building." Adda4ionally, Section 16.20.040(I), Special Provisions, states that, "five square feet may be included in the free-standing joint directory sign for the purpose of identifying the building, in lieu of any other sign for the same piupose." The free-standing joint dixectory sign the applicant is proposing will be displayed in a landscaped planter adjacent to the Main Vail roundabout. The proposed directory sign is 1 ' .P "contemporary" in design (see attachment 1). The proposed sign will be mounted to the cantemporary art-like structure, with di.mensions of eight feet high and three feet wide. The total calculated sign area of the sign is nine square feet. Five square feet has be:en included for building identification as permitted by Section 16.20.040(I), and four s(luare feet has been included for the general nature of the building occupants (see attachment 2). T6us, the applicant is requesting a variance to allow for the inclusion of the general nature of the building occupants, rather than specifically listing each tenant b;y name. The applicant believes that allowing the display of the general natare of the occupants within the building will result in easier recognition of the commerciaUretail use of thi-I property. It is the applicanY s belief, that the location of the building at the intersection of the South Frontage Road and Vail Roacl, and the exterior appearance of the building, creates the impression of a professional office building rather than a commerciaUretail building. Additionally, it is the applicant's feeling that the Vail Gateway Plaza Building, while being zoned Commercial Core I(CCI), does not generate use from pedestrian s. Instead, the applicant feels that the majority of the patrons to the building arrive by vneans . of vehicles, and therefore the display of the general.nature of the building occupants should be allowed for easier recognition. II. BACKGRQUI!?I) The Vail Gateway Plaza Building is located at the intersection of Vail Road and the South Frontage Road. The property is zoned under Special Development District Number 21 (SDD# 21). The underlying zoning of SDD # 21 is CCI. According to Section 18.24.010, Commercial Core I, Purpose, in part, the CCI zone district is intended; "to provide sites and to maintain the unique character of the Vail Village commercial area, with its miYture of lodges an.d commercial establishments in. a. nredominanfly nedestrian environment Please note that the Gateway Building currently has two building identification signs. If the variance is approved, the applicant will be able to put another building identification sign on the property. Since the sign code allows for only two, one of the existing signs will have to be removed. III. FINDINGS AND CR][TERIA FOR APPROVAL Before the Design Review Board provides a recommendation on a sign variance request, the applicant must prove physical hardship, and the DRB must find that: A. There are special circumstances or conditions applying to the land, 2 I baaildings, topography, vegetateon, sign structures or other matters on adjacerat lots or vvithin the adjacerst right-of-way whectn substantia?ly restrict the efffectiveness of the sign in questeon; provided, however, tteat saach special circaamstaraces or coraditions are uniqaae to tlae particuflar business or enterprise to wYucte the applicant desires go dradv aetention and do not app&y generaflly to a11buslraesses oa~ enterprises. Staff believes that there are no special circumstances or conditions applying to the land, buildings, topography, etc. associated with the Vail Gateway Plaza Building. Staffdoes recognize that the building is located adjacent to the busiest vehicular intersection in the Town of Vail, and receives less pedestrian ttaffic than other locations in Town. Furthermore, staff agrees that the CCI zone district, according to its purpose, was established with a pedestrian orientation. However, there are other zone districts (ex. Public Accommodarion, Heavy Service, etc.) in the Town of Vail which are regulated under the same sign code sections as the Vail Gateway Plaza Building and receive minimal pedestrian traffic. These zone districts permit the same signage as is currently permitted in CCI and they are not necessarily pedestrian in nature. Therefore, staff feels that the applicant's property is not overly restricted by being required to conform with the purpose section of the free standing, joint directory signs for multi-tenant building. B. That speciaB circumstances were not created by the applicant or aenyone privy to the applicant. Staff does not believe that any special circumstances were created by the applicant or anyone privy to the applicant. Staff would like to point out, however, that the applicant sought a rezoning for the property from heavy service to a special development district with the underlying zoning of CCI. C. That granting of t6ae variance wal? be in genera? harmony with the -purpose of ghes title and will not be materially detrimenta9 to the peu-sons resnding or working in the vicnnity, go adjacent property, to t9ne neighborhood, or go the peablic welfaa-e in general. Staff feels that the applicant's request to allow for the inclusion of the general nature of the occupants within the building rather than the listing of the specific tenants by name may not be in general harmony with the free- standing joint directory sign purpose. Staff believes that the applicant may be granted a special privilege should the DRB recommend approval of the request since other zone districts are govemed by the same section of the 3 sig-n code as is the Vail Gateway Plaza Building, and are also more vehicular in natare than pedestrian in nature. The granting of this variance may be materially detri.mental to the owners of adjacent properties and businesses, since the grant of a special privilege may result. Staff believes that the proposed sign variance will not be in the best interest of the public welfare. The applicant is proposing to provide an area on the free-standing.joint directory sign indicating the availability of parking on. the property. In discussions with the Town of Vail engineer, it was indicated that displaying a parking sign in that location, in proximity to the Main Vail roundabout, could create confusion at the intersection. D. The variance applied for does not depart from the provislons of this title anvmore than is required to identify the applicant's business o.r use. The applicant has requested no more sign area than would normally be allowed by the sign code. Instead, the applicant is requesting a change in the purpose of a free standing joint directory multi-tenant building sign. The applicant has proposed that the sign would still allow for one square foot of sign area for the description of each of the different types of general uses within the building (restaurant, galleries, shops, ATM) and five square feet for display of a building identificarion sign. IV. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staffis recommending denial of the requested sign variance to allow for the inclusion of the general nature of the building occupants within the Vail iateway Plaza Building rather than specifically listing the tenants within the building. Staff has reviewed the sign variance application and believes that the applicant has not met all of the criteria listed in Section III, Findings and Criteria for Approval, of this memorandum. Specifically, staff believes that the applicant has not adequately addressed Findings A and C. Should the DRB chose to grant an approval of the requested sign variance, the staff would recummend that the approval carry with it the following conditions: 1. That the applicant remove the word "parking" from the joint directory sign. 2. The applicant remove the building identification sign from above the north entry so as to comply with Section 16.20.040(I), Special Provisions. 4 • . ; ` °°~„'°""`~.d4.._. ~ . ~ , , , " . . ~J ' • ~ . 0rly . ~ . _ , . . 't . . . , . . , . . ~ak,'J. . . ' . j ?-.V\y 4~2 . ~ . 0 ~.~..:,d...........,......... .w~~ ~ . . . . . . , , : . . r _ ~ ~ , . . . . , : ~ , . . : . . ~ . ~l ~ ~ . ? - ~ , . ~ ' . . . ; _ . ; . ~ - ~ ~ ' • ~ ~ . . ' . - , . . ~ tn6~- K- ~ ~ - 11 October 1995 Vail Gateway Plaza Sign Variance Freestanding Sign- Joint directory sign for multi-tenat building, Craig KgemR 16e36.010 A. A practical difficulty: street location and traffic conditions, the building is not part of the pedestrian village core for which the Sign Code was written. Description of the Request The Vail Gateway Plaza is located at the corner of Vail Road and South Frontage Road at the South Roundabout, This commercial building is not part of the village core and relies solely upon vehicular traffic to function and remain viable, pedestrian traffic is essentially non- existent. The owner wishes to provide a multi-tenant directory to help identify the commercial nature of this building. During the course of the life of this building it has become clear to both the owner and commercial tenants that the general public is confused as to the nature and function of this building. Is it commercial, professional or residential? The specific request deals with the graphic content of the freestanding multi-tenant joint directory sign in relation to the vehicular traffice The graphic content to reade Restaurants/Galleries/Shops, instead of listing the individual tenantse The size allowance for individual tenant names is too small to be read from a moving vehicle and therefore impracticlee A. There are special circumstances or conditions that do not apply generally to all businesses or enterprises: Being located at the roundabout any visual identification will receive only a short glance to communicate its message. The message must be readable from a moving vehiclee B. That the special circumstances were not created by the applicant: The fact that the Sign Code was written primarily for the pedestrian core was not the doing of the applicant, 29633 Colorado River Road ? McCoy, Colorado 80463 ? Voice/Fax 1 970 653-4414 P2 Vail Gateway Plaza Sign Variance C. uranting the varianee will be in general harmony with the purpose of this title and will not be materially detrimental to the persons residing or working in the vicinity,.to adjacent property, to the neighborhood, or to the public welfare in general:, the graphic changes that are proposed are indeed in harmony with the purpose of the si.gn code as they serve to guide people/vehicles to commercial enterprises. The general design of the sign will improve the property aesthetically. D. The variance applied for does not depart from the provisions of this title any more than is required to identify the applicant's business or use: the business use is what's in question here; by the general public. The graphic change is necessary for the sign to be clearly readable from vehicles in or near the roundabout. I J . 1'. SiGN CATEGORIES Il6a20.040 I~~eestsind'ang sigras-Joint d'arectory segns gor multi= ~ensLnt bugldanga Freestanding signs, joint directory signs for a rnulgi-tcnant building shall bc regulatcd as follows: P~rposc, gO IISt aII ieriaT1L5 wlYhifl a iilUlYi-tcnant building and to guide the pgdcstrian to an individual genant within the _ building: ' . B. Sizc, onc square fooe pcr tcnant within the rnulti-tcnant bugiding, with a maxirnuzn arca of twcntv-five squarc fcet; C. Heighte no part of the signs shall extcrad above cight feet frorn - cxis2ing grade; " D. Number9 onc -sign per vehicular street or rnajor pcdestrian ~,vay which the busincss abuts, subject to the approval of the dcsign rcvicw board. lf a building has two or moge major public cntrances on distinct, separate pcdestrian ways, prop- ` osals for additional joint-busincss directories may be ap- proved at the discretion of the dcsign revicw board; E. i.ocation, on the grounds of the building and adjaccnt to ~ major pedcstrian way which the building abuts, subjcct to the approval of the dcsign rcvievd board; F. Design, subject to the approval of the design rcvicw board; G. L.ightine, indircct or pan-channcled; H. L.andscaping shall be as follows: I_ A landscaped,area of two square feet for cach square foot of cacta side of the sien shall be required at the base of the siEn. with a minimum area to bc landscaped of tvventy- four square feet, in accordancc with landscaping - ordinance, ' . 2. All landscaped areas shall be maintaincd to to~,n stand- ards as deeermined bv the administrator9 subject to review by the desiPn reviedv board, . 3., A plan showing the landscaping must be submitted to the design review board bv the applicant at the time of application: , , 1. Special provisions, five square feet may be included in the freesgarading joint directory sigra for the purposc of identify- ing the building, in lieu of any othcr sign for the sanne purposc..Joint directory signs must bc kcpt current as dctcr- rnined by the administrator. 94 1 (Vail 1.20-921 The Town Manager's Report will ba handed out at the 11/21/95 evening meeting. i (_)flice of thti fiIi;ud ul Curnulissiunris F-a~.,~lc C:cnin.ry 13uildinf: 111741) 328-86115 ' I'.(.). lSctx Ktif) Fax: (970) 3"1$-710Y ~ • SUII I3inmilw.iY TI71): (~)70) 3'2K-~i%fl'i f;;i"le, c':r.landn SIG3t-ORSu . r • ;:r . Noeember 13, 1995 - 17:113 ~OUNA Yo CoLORA~~ ~~~ROLO)" OF %C*"OUNA Y COMMISSIo!\~~~ ~~~ULAR MEETIIVG DAY NOVEMBER 20, 1995 ~ a A ~ o ff cn a~~ a o s c a a o a a c o o a a a a a w u a v ak ir A~ A 8.30 - 99e00 WOEtK SESSION - PEND9NG LIl°eGQ'T@QN James R. Fritze, County Af$omey 10e00 = 90e95 BREAK 10e95 = 19e15 W0RK SE5S1ON - VYEE!(LY 9JPDA7E . It-.Is - 12:00 W093K SESSION - MEETONGS ATT'ENDED 12000 - 9a30 L9.DNCH 90So - 9:45 CONSENT CALENDAR (Wm of e eoyllne end nan-contmvereimi nature are Pleced on Ihe consent calendar to ellow Iho Boaftl 0f Counly CORImIsBIO+telB to epend ita turte a,nd energy on more Importanl Ilems on a IenAthy agenda. Any Cammissioner may requeet lhet an iiem be'REMOVED" 5om Ihe conseM calendar and cnWrlnrmd Separ~tnly. Qny mamber o41he puhlic may °REOUES'i° any ilem be'REMOVED' Gom the Cansenl AgehdO. 1. BILL PAYING Linda Pankuch, Accounting Mark Silverthorn, Con4roller ACT@ON: Approval subject to review by the Chairman. 2. PAY R0LL FOR NOVEfVlBER 22, 1995 Mark Silverthorn, Con4roller ACTIONe Approval subject to review by the Chairman. , Eagle Boardl og County Cammissioners Agenda, NovembeP 20, 1995 Page 2 . S. AGREEMENT BElWEEN THE TQUVN OF VA9L ANb EAG&..E COUNT1(o STATE OF COLQRADO FZEGAFtDIN(a FUfVDING FOR THE DOVlID JIJNCT'ION BIKE TRAIL James R. Fritze, Coun4y Attorney ACTION: Consider approval_ 6_ APPROVAL OF BID FOR PURCHASE OF PARIATRANSIT FlAN AND TRADE-IN OF #3682 1986 DODGE VAN BiII'Smith, Mafar Pool . Kathleen Forinash, Heaith 8 Fiuman Services Director AC4~ON: CQnsider approval. a. RESOL9,9T9CeN DESYGNA'PIBVG A C611?L RIGHTS OFFlCEFB Allen Sartin, Finance Direcgor ACTIONa Consider approval: 1.45_ 2a00 A. JABL MEDICAL CARE AIVD HEALTH SERil[CES AGREEMENT VV1TF9 DR. KING CAMPBEL.L AS DENTlST Eagle County Sheriff s Reptesentative ACTBON: Corlsider approval B. REsOLuTIpN REGARDIIVG BIfCE PATFB ON ADDITION TO A9RPOFtT Robert Laeffler, Deputy County A44orney ACT~~ON: Consider approval. 2.00 - 2.19 P9..AT SBGN@NG SU-339-95-14E2 EDWARDS V~LLAGE CENTER Sid Fox, Planning Departmen4 . ACTION: Consider approval. 2013 - 2o30 BREAK 2:30_ 3a00 W9ORi4 SESSION - CQLpRADO '@EPARTNlENT OE TRANSPORTQaT60lV HIGEIVVAY PROGRAM Bob Moston, CDqT Region Director Bernie BuescheP, CDOTTransportation Corramissioner John Smith, CDOT Maintenance Supedn4endont Eagle Board of Coun4y Commissioners Agenda, NOb6tY1beP 20, 1995 , Page 3 3:00 - 3.30 WORfC SESSIQN - EAGLE COUNTY 9..AIVD TFtUST Terrill Knight, Baard Presiden4 3o30 - 4.30 JA8L MSPECV'ION TME WEXT MEE7IWG OF THr; EAGLE COUNTY COMflfllSSIdNERS WILL BE MELD ON FlpyEpqBER 29, 1996 AL6 AAEEYINGS lflflLL 8E P4ELD IN YHE EAGLE COUPdTy BUILDItdO - 500 BROApWAY, EAGLF- pR 07MERUIRSE PdO7ED. THIS AGEPlDA iS PRpyIDED F01t I?dFORMATIOPIAL pURPO3ES ONLY - /lLL7IMES ARE APPROXIAflA7p, YOiE BOi1RD VYHILE IAI $ESSIOId RAAY COPISIDER OTMER ITEAqS THAT ARE BROUGHT BEFORE IT. O17ii:e o( (hc Buard of (.oiiimi~tiinncrs I:iglc (.:Oumty Iluildin;; . (97Q) 378 $605 I'.( Rcjx l;SU l ax: ('_?'/U) :i2;i-77.c17 . ififl RroaJway Tf7t'); (!?'m) 328..8797 '1::?;I~•, c':nlorZCIo 816.3 1 -tIR5(1 Noeember 14, 1995 - 11:33EAGLE COUNTY, COLO O AGENDA BOARU UF C"f"O"UNTY oMMIsSlONERS f~~GULAR MEETING DAY NOVEMBER 21, 1995 o a o a b o u a Q+r a a a v a a a a o a a a a a a a a a o o a a a ts a a n o 9:00 - 90.00 LBQUOR L9CElVSE HEAffi1NG$ 0. CHANGE 0N CORF'ORATE STRUCTURE - VAIL FOOD SERVICES, INC. dba WILDVVOOD SHELTER 1Ba CHANGE ON CORPORATE STRUCTURE = VAIL FOOD SERVICES, IRIG. dba EAGLE°S NEST RESTAURAfVT OiO. CHANGE BN CORPORATE STRUCTURE - VAIL FOOD SERVICES, IfVC. dba Tl110 ELK RESTAURAiVT 0V. CHANGE @N CORF'ORATE STRUCTURE = VAIL F04D SERVICES, lNC. dba fViID-VAlL FZESTAURANT V. CHAIVGE 9N CORPORA7'E STRUCTURE - BEAVER GREEK FOOD SERVICES, IIVC. dba BROKEN ARRQW CAFE Vie CHAIVGE IN COiiPORATE STRUCTURE - BEAVER CREEK FQpD SERVICES, INC. dba TRAPPERS CABIIV VVU. CHARJGE IN CORPORATE STRUCTURE - BEAVER CREEK FOOD SERVICES, INC_ dba IPVR1 AT BEAVEfd CREEK QlVlO, CHPeNGE 9N CORPORATE STRUCTURE - BEAVER CREEK FpQD SERVICES, INC. dba BEANO'S DX. CHANGE 0N CORPOFt14TE STRUCTURE - BEAVER CREEK FOOD SEF3VICES, IfVC_ dba Sf'RtJCE SADDLE RESTAURAfVT X. CHANGE IN CQiRPpRATE STRUCTURE - BEAVER CREEK FOOD SEFdVICES, INC. dba BEAVER CREEK GOLF CLUB BAR & GRILL N10 CHAINGE BN CORPORATE STRUCTURE - BEAVER CREEK FOOD SERVICES, IiVC. dba SADDLE RIDGE AT 8EAVER CREE6( Earfene Roach, Liquor Inspec4or ~CT60m; Consider approval. Eagle Board og County Cornmissioners Agenda, Novernber 21, 1995 Page 2 . 10o00 - 94e00 WOR6C SESSION FOREST SERV1CE RA1VGE PE62M1T - oSsUANcE . If~'il9iam Vllood, Forest Service 99 000 - 92.00 ABATEMENT HE14FZINGS Mary Jo Berenato, Assistan4 County A4torney 92e00 - 9~30 LUf~CH 9:30 - 2:90 BOARD OF @iEALTH MEET9NG Kathleen Forinash, Health &Human Services Director Sarah Schipper, Nursing Manager 2.00 - 2:45 BOARD OF SOCIAL SERVICES NflEF-TIBVG KaQhieen Forinash, Health & Human Services DireGtvr THE NEMY PAEETIWG Or TME EAGLE COUNTY COAAMISSIONER$ 1pAI.L BE HEL9 Old dECEMBCR 4.1995 l4L6 MEETIPdG$ WLL 8E FIELD IM THE EA13IE CQUNTY BUILDIiJG - 500 BROAOWAY, EAGLE- OR OTHERIMSE NOTEO. 74915 'AGENOA 1S PROVIDED FOR INFORNi6171oNqL PURPOSES ONLY - ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMAYE. TME soaR0 uuHILE IN SESSiav nnnY cowsinER onieR iTIFnns ninr aRE BROUGH7 BEFORE IY. Ofticc uF che Ilo:ud n( (_.ommissii>nerx f?a;;lc (:uunLy liitilding- (970) 31R-8605 11.0. 1Jc,x 8.5fl F:iur (970) 3!5-7207 - i(x) Rroadway '1'1>1): (97(l) 328 8797 'I:at;lc, Co(undci }i 163141850 UGU CO Yo COLORADO AMENDED (11r1a/95) AGENDA ~~~~D U07"F %0.00~'OUNTY COMMISSIONERS R[~GULAR MEETING DAY . NOVEMBER 21, 1995 6 4 3 8 4 4~ 4h Q A d A R ft {f R R A A q O q O tS O O t} O ~ O O G C Q V O A 9o00 - 10a00 [LBQUOR LICEId5E HEARINGS MUo E5TABL9SH NE1GFIBpRHOQD - VAIL F00D SERI/ICES, ItVC. & TFiE GAME CREEK CLUB dba GAME CREEK CLUB Idffl. SPEC9AL EVENTS PERNi9T - BEAVER CFlEE!( RESORT CO MPANY XdV. RENEWAL d FdESORT CONCEPTS, IIVC. dba GRQUSE MQUNT'AlIV GRILL NV. RENE4AIAL - M1RABELLE'S AT BEAVER CREEK dba MIRABELLE'S Al' BEAVER CREEK XVDa RENEWAL - BUXAlIAfV ENTERPRiSES, lRIC, dba ViLLAGE ' iVIAR KET XV9fla 1~EW - SHlBUl, IiVC_ dba WILDFLQI/VER XVQBO. NEW - EL JEBEL, LLC dba EL JEBEL CQNVENIENCE STORE Earlene Roach, Liquor Inspec4or ACTOON: Consider approval. ~ 2o45 ~~:00 RES4LUTION REGr4RDING TFi~ MATTER OF ADOP'fIN(a THE FORM AfVD TERIIAS FOFt OIV- AND OFF-AtRPORT CAR RENTAL AGEfVCI( LICENSE AND l1SE AGREEMEIVTS ON BEHALF OF THE COUNTY Roberf Loeffler, Deputy Counfy Attorney AC70ON: Consider approvas. ee e4 OF ~AIL . TOWN6 75 South Frontage Iload Yail, Colorado 81657 970 479-2100 FAX-970-479-2157 FOR -0MMEDep?TE RfELEs4SE November 14, 1995 Contact: iViike Rose, 479-2178 Vail Transit Manager VAOL PARK8NG FEES BEGIN NEXT WEDIVESDAV (11-22) FREE EQ/ENBNG PARKING RETAIIVED FOR THSF2D SEAeSON (Vail)--Parking fees in the town-owned Village and Lionshead structures will be activated beginning at 6 a.m. next Wednesday (11-22) for the 1995-96 ski season. Hourly rates are unchanged from last season, with free parking for the first 90 minutes. The program also includes return of a free evening parking offer to attract shoppers and diners. The evening offer includes three free hours of parking in the Village or Lionshead structures upon entry between the hours of 6 and 9 p.m. Typically, nearly half of the town's parking transactions during ski season are for free parking. The structures handle about 500,000 transactions during the season, or about 19,000 vehicles per day. • For locals, the town is again offering the season-long, $1,100 gold pass for unlimited parking and the $525 blue pass for restricted use. Parking discounts also are available through the debit card program. Debit card users will pay $5 per day to park this winter. Without the discount, a full day of parking costs about $10. The debit card is available in 10-, 15-, 20-, 50- or 100-day increments. The card is limited to Eagle County residents, employees or homeowners with valid identification. Debit card (more) Parking Fees/Add 1 holders from last season may reactivate their cards for the 1995-96 season free of charge.. Also this season, the town has joined Vail Associates in a campaign to market Vail to skiers on the front range. Colorado Card holders will receive coupons this season containing, among other things, one free day of parking good IVov. 22 through Dec. 22 to coincide with a free ski day offered by Vail Associates, plus three $4 off coupons on parking to be used Monday through Thursday only. The $4 off coupons are good (one each) during three selected non peak periods: Nov. 22 through Dec. 22; Jan. 8 through Feb. 15; and April 8-21. The town's participation in the discounted parking program is part of the managed growth agreement between'the town and Vail Associates. For more information on the town's parking programs for the winter season, contact Mike Rose, Vail transit manager, at 479-2178. # # # ee e4 - ~OWN oF vAIL 75 South Frontage Road T/ail, Colorado 81657 970 479-21 DO FAX-970-479-2157 FOfft 9flAMEDBATE RELEASE November 15, 1995 Contact: Kathy Langenwalter, 476-4506 AIPP Chairman VA@L PUBLBC ART BOARD TAKENG APPLeCATIONS FOR PAID COORDINATOR (Vail)--The Board of Vail's Art In Public Places (AIPP) program is taking applications for a part-time coordinator to begin in January. The staff position will replace assistance once provided by the town's Community Development Department. The assistance is being reallocated due to a reorganization within that department. Kathy Langenwalter, AIPP chairman, said the board is looking for a candidate who has a keen interest in the visual arts, as well as grant writing and fund raising experience. Applications are due Dec. 8 and interviews with the AIPP Board will be scheduled on Dec. 19. Five thousand dollars has been budgeted in 1996 to fill the AIPP coordinator position. The coordinator will be responsible for grant writing, fund raising, project management and other assistance to the board. "We're hoping someone will see this as an opportunity to step forward to share their expertise with us," Langenwalter said. The AIPP program was created by the town in 1989 to develop a diverse, high quality art collection and public art program unique to Vail. Since then, six pieces have been acquired, including the glass sculpture "Exuberance" at the Vail Transportation Center. Currently, the Town of Vail art collection includes 10 permanent pieces. The AIPP (more) AIPP/Add 1 program also includes an ongoing temporary art program with various pieces on loan to the town. Once hired, the coordinator's first project will involve assisting the board with commissioning an artwork to be installed at Seibert Circle. The popular pedestrian area, named for Vail ,founder Pete Seibert, will undergo renovation in the near future. To apply for the coordinator's position, send a letter of application to the AIPP Board, c/o Kathy Langenwalter, Town of Vail, 75 S. Frontage Rd., Vail, Colo., 81657. For more information, or far a copy of the coordinator job description, contact Langenwalter at 476-4506. # # # 4IEL% Tou~ro42 West Meadow Drive Vail Fire Depqrtntent vail, Colorado 81657 970-479-2250 Fax 970-479-2176 PRIE~SREd.EAS]E SUBJlECT: ~AUSE OF FIRE AND REVdSION OF E5'g'gMATED PROP}ER7CY DAMAGE ][NCID]ENT: STRg.T~TURE FIRE ]LOCATffON: 1875 WEST cGOItE CREEK DItgVE . DAT]E OIE' IN~ID]ENT: 1Il/12/95 CONT.~CT lP}ERSON: FIRE MAItSHAL MIKIE MeGEE, 479-2135 FIRE dNSP~CTOit JEFF ATENCdO, 479-2462 The Vail Fire Department has made a preliminary determination as to the cause of Sunday's tire at 1975 West Gore Creek Drive. Upon conclusion of the site investigation, it was determintd that the fire was result of "radiant ignition of a near fuel." According to Mike McGee, Vai] Fire Department Fire Marshal, the tire was caused by heat from a wood stove igniting structural f'ramint and combustible wall paneling. 1VIcGee said the fire started at a point immtdiately ahove hut insicie the wall, on which the wood stove was located. The fire burned through the face wall into the: living room and simultaneously spread up the chimney chase to the roof. The estimated property damage has been revised from $30,000.00 to $80,(xK).(N) tu i•c:tltct incidental damage discovered during the follow-up investigation. # # # 4 ~ *VAIL TO1~V~1 O75 South Frontage Road Yail, Colorado 81657 970 479-2100 FAX-970-479-2157 fiflED@A AD!lOSORV November 15, 1995 Contact: Suzanne Silverthorn, 479-2115 Community Information Office VAOL TOWN COUNCOL HBGHLUGHTS FOR NOVEMBER 14 Work Sessuoov Bruefs Council members present: Johnston, Lapin, Navas, Osterfoss, Slifer, Strauch --Employee Recognition Larry Pardee was recognized for 15 years of service to the town. Pardee was recently promoted from heavy equipment operator II to construction inspector in the Public Works Department. He was awarded with a$1,000 check during the ceremony. --PEC Review The Council's call-up from Nov. 7 of The Lodge at Vail International Wing was scheduled for the Dec. 5 evening meeting. The project calls for 21 new accommodation units, one penthouse suite and 6,248 square feet of conference area. Several adjacent property owners are appealing Design Review Board approval. --Lending Alternatives for Vail Commons Housing After hearing the pros and cons of alternative financing (mortgage bonds) for prospective home buyers at Vail Commons, the Council decided to move forward with a traditional financing plan. Banks and other lending institutions will be asked to provide financing information for distribution to those who inquire about the housing. A lottery will be conducted in January to prioritize applicants wishing to purchase any of the 53 housing units. For additional details, contact Andy Knudtsen in the Community Development Department at 479-2138. --Eagle River Watershed Plan The Council agreed to consider a resolution at its Rlov. 21 evening meeting to support the Eagle River Watershed Plan, which addresses regional management and protection of the Eagle River and its tributaries. The plan was drafted by representatives from recreational interest groups, developers, water districts, federal, state, county and local agencies. Specific action steps associated with the plan, such as new stream setbacks to improve protection of riparian vegetation, will be handled through subsequent ordinances. For more information, contact Russell Forrest in the Community Development Department at 479-2138. (more) 1 ; 1Council Highlights/Add 1 --Information Update The Council voted 6-0 to pass a resolution supporting the Eagle Valley High School football team in their bid to win the state championships. . --Council Reports Merv Lapin, who serves as president of the Vail Valley Exchange, reviewed a schedule of events for this week's Sister Cities activities with a delegation from St. Moritz, Switzerland. Highlights will include a welcome at 10 a.m. Thursday (11-16) at the Vail Athletic Club; a reception at 6 p.m. Friday (11-17) at the Colorado Ski Museum; and a Sister City conference workshop from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday (a 1-18) at The Seasons in Avon. For more information, contact 476-4255. Peggy Osterfoss gave an update of a presentation she made last Friday at the Colorado Association of Ski Towns (CAST) meeting on the ski area privatization measure. She said it appears the measure will be removed during conference committee, but long-term monitoring efforts will be needed in the future. While CAST has agreed to fund a short-term lobbying effort by Liz Robbins Associates of Washington, D.C., strategies and funding for long-term lobbying has not been committed, Osterfoss said. Those discussions will take place at the CAST meeting in January, she said. --Other After reviewing the town's new guidelines for parking at Ford Park and the soccer . fields, Merv Lapin said a more effective solution to reducing traffic congestion would be to offer employee parking at the Golden Peak lot operated by Vail Associates. Other council members, however, appeared satisfied with the guidelines, as there was no additional discussion. It was announced that the Eagle County Open Space Committee and the Eagle Valley Land Trust will meet jointly today (11-15) at 6 p.m. For more information, contact Tom Moorhead at 479-2107. # # # Upcoming Discussion Topics November 21 Work Session No work session is scheduled due to the Vail Municipal election. Polls are open Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. All voting will take place at the Municipal Building. Results will be available shortly after 7 p.m. New members will be sworn-in at the Nou. 28 work session. Also during the Nov. 28 meeting, a Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem wilt be elected from among the council members. Council Highlights/Add 2 November 21 Evening Meeting Second Reading Supplemental Appropriation Second Reading Council Salaries Resolution, Eagle River V1/atershed Plan DRB Appeal/Cook Sign Variance Request/Gateway Plaza 1Vovember 28 Work Session Swear In Council fViembers Town Council Organizational Meeting (selection of Niayor, fViayor Pro-Tem; appointments to committees) Golden Peak Ski Base Redevelopment . December 5 Work Session PEC Review Golden Peak Ski Base Redevelopment Interview for Local Licensing Authority Position Streamside Marriott Fire Services Sound Committee Report December 5 Evening Meeting ' Appoint Local Licensing Authority Board fViember Appoint 2-year Election Commission First Reading, Golden Peak Ski Base Redevelopment First Reading, Employee Housing Unit Amendment ee d~ TOWN OF VAIL 75 South Frontage IZoad Vail, Colorado 81657 970 479-2100 FAX-970-479-2157 FOR OMNIEDBATE RELEASE iVovember 16, 1995 Contact: Colorado Department of Revenue Sales Tax Information (303) 232-2416 , TRANSPORTAT6ON SALES TAX QUESTIONS? CALL THE STATE DEPARTnAENT OF RE!/EIVIJE (Vail)--Area businesses impacted by passage of the half-cent countywide transportation sales tax should call the Colorado Department of Revenue for specific collection questions. The sales tax information number is (303) 232-2416. The new tax becomes effective January 1, 1996. In Vail, the sales tax will increase from 8 percent to 8.5 percent, as follows: State of Colorado 3.00 percent Eagle County 1.00 percent Eag/e County Transportation .50 percent Town of Vail 4.00 percent Total Sales Tax Rate in Vail 1/1/96 8.50 percent Voters in Eagle County approved the half-cent sales tax by a 66 percent margin during the IVov. 7 election. The additional tax will be collected by the state. # # # `~e4 TOWN OF VAIL 75 South Frontage Itoad Vail, Colorado 81657 970 479-2100 FAX-970-479-2157 FOR BMMEDIATE REL[EASE November 17, 1995 Contact: Suzanne Silverthorn, 479-2115 Community Information BUILDING PERMBTS 9SSUED BY THE T01NN OF !/A6L The following building permits have been issued or applied to the Town of Vail Community Development Department for the period November 3 to Rlovember 16: The Vail Corporation, 600 West Lionshead Circle, interior remodel, $7,000, Interiors Only/Construction SP. Hughes, 3850 Frontage Road East, replace decking, $2,000, Decks Unlimited. AM Bros. Development, Inc., Innsbrock #3, new construction, $160,000, Snowshoe Development. Lauterbach, 1333 Westhaven Drive, new construction, $420,000, Gray-Stone Construction. HMC Acquisition Properties, Inc., fViark Resort & Tennis Club, salon axis, $17,300, Rippy Contractors. Swartzkops, 413 Gore Creek Drive, interior remodel, $5,200, Brown-Wolin Construction. Sunglass Hut, 286 Bridge Street, interior remodel, $24,000, J.H. Construction, Inc. Cisneros, 292 East iVleadow Drive, interior remodel, $45,000, 0'Halloran Construction. Town of Vail, 1278 Vail Valley Drive, trash enclosure, $5,000, David Brennan fViasonry. Dauphinais-fVloseley Construction, 1600 Lions Ridge Loop, new construction, $370,960, Didier Construction. (more) Building Permits/Add 1 H& K Management, 953 South Frontage Road West, Chicago Pizza, $2,000, Vail Valley Plumbing & Heating. The Vail Corporation, Lionshead Ski School, temporary tent, $0, Mendel-Allison Construction. HMC Acquisition Properties, Inc., 715 West Lionshead Circle, control gates, $37,000, Marriott International. The Vail Corporation, 250 Gore Creek Drive, office remodel, $47,000, Lodge at Vail. BMS Vail Limited Partnership, 126 Forest Road, new construction, $1,161,822, R.A. Nelson & Associates. Landmark Commercial Development, 610 West Lionshead Circle, interior remodel, $2,650, Albie's Affordable Drywall. # # # . 4VAIL TO~l 75 South Frontage Itoad Vail, Colorado 81657 - 970 479-2100 FAX-970-479-2157 MED9A ADV9SORl( ELECTDON PRE!lBEW Rlovember 17, 1995 Contact: Holly fVicCutcheon, 479-2136 Vail Town Clerk Summaryy Vail's municipal election (established for the first Tuesday after the third Monday in November by the Town Charter) is Tuesday (11-21). Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. All precinct voting will occur in the Nlunicipal Building, 75 S. Frontage Rd. (This is not a mail-in election). Results should be available shortly after 7 p.m., thanks to use of a new optical scanner from Eagle County. The equipment enables ballots to be scanned all day long. There are 3,553 registered voters for this election, the highest number of registered voters in Vail's history. Voter turnout-in the previous municipal elections are as follows: 32 percent of 2,887 registered voters, 1993; 33 percent of 2,522 registered voters, 1991; and 37 percent of 2,846 registered voters, 1989. Sixty-three absentee ballots have been cast as of noon today (11-17). The deadline for absentee ballots is 5 p.m. today (11-17). Baclkground Voters will select a new council and determine the outcome of one ballot question. Ten . candidates are vying for four town council seats. In Ques4ion No. 1, voters will be asked to amend the Town Charter to protect designated open space. If approved, the Charter Amendment provides a means to further preserve the zoning and ownership of certain "designated" town-owned open space parcels which meet certain specific criteria. Parcels which meet specific criteria wrould be eligible to be placed in a designated open space status. Once a property is placed in a designated status, an election by Vail's registered voters would be required to release the land for sale, or to change the zoning to a non-open space zoning district. The ballot language for Question 1 is as follows: SHALL THE CHA,RTER OF 1'HE TOUVfV OF VAIL, COLOR4D0, BE AMEIVDED TO IfVCLUDE AiV ARTICLE EiUTITLED DESIGNATED OPEIV SPACE WHICH VI/ILL PROVlDE T'HAT TONlIiV OF VAIL OlIVfVED PROPERTV 1NHICH MEETS CERTAIIV CRITERIA AND HAS BEEfV SO DESIGiVATED, CAfVNOT BE DISPOSED OF UIVTIL ~ APPROVED BY THE REGISTERED ELECTORS AT A TOWIV ELECTION? (more) Election Preview/Add 1 The 10 council candidates appear on the ballot as follows (order was determined by lot and each voter will be asked to select 4 candidates): _ Jan Strauch* Bob Fiske Ludwig Kurz ' Kevin R. Foley , Bob Armour Rob Ford Michael D. Jewett Lou MesKimen Greg Amsden E.B. Chester The three candidates receiving the highest number of votes will be elected to four-year terms, and the candidate receiving the fourth highest votes will be elected to a two-year term. The election will fill the terms of four of the town's seven council positions. Those seats are currently held by Merv Lapin, Tom Steinberg, Jan Strauch and Rod Slifer. Terms of the remaining council members (Sybill Navas, Peggy Osterfoss and Paul Johnston) will expire in November 1997: Council members will receive a salary of $200 per month (increasing to $500 per month beginning in 1998); the.mayor will receive a$500 monthly salary (increasing to $1,000 per month beginning in 1998)."* New council members will be sworn-in during the afternoon work session on Nov. 28. The mayor and mayor pro-tem will be elected from among the council members at the Nov. 28 meeting, and each will serve for two years. 1993 Town of Vail Election Results Paul R. Johnston 605 4-year-term Peggy Osterfoss 555 4-year term Sybill Navas 480 4-year term Jan Strauch 428 2-year term Bob Fiske 361 Jeff Bowen 355 Doug Williams 309 Also, voters approved a de-Brucing measure by a 74 percent margin and turned down a performance and conference center by a 57 percent margin. # # # 'Incumbent Salary ordinance will be approved for final reading at the Nov. 21 evening Council meeting. ~ 0 TOWN OF VAIL MEMORANDUM TO: Robert McLaurin Council Members FROMe Judy Popeck DATE: November 17, 1995 RE: Investment Report Enclosed is the investment report with balances as of October 31, 1995. A$2,000,000.00 FHLMC was purchased on October 18, 1995 with a yield of 5.667% maturing on November 20,1995. A$1,000,000 FHLB was purchased on October 4, 1995 with a yield of 5.683% maturing on November 3, 1995. A$500,000 FHLB was purchased on October 31, 1995 with a yield of 5.611% maturing on December 4, 1995. All of these securities will mature in time for our debt service payment and more capital projects payments. The estimated average yield for the debt service fund was 5.80% and 6.41% for the pooled cash fund. Currently the yield curve for 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year are 5.28%, 5.31%, and 5.25 respectively. Please call me if you have any questions. 'n ' Touun of Vail, Colorado Investmen4 Report Summary of Accounts and Investments For the Mon4h Ending October 31, 1995 Balances Percentage 10/31/95 of To4al fiNoney flAarkefi Accounts (see page 1) Commercial Banks $3,054,907 18.48% fVloney Marke4.Funds $152,841 0.92% To4al $3,207,748 19.40% Commercial Savings Banks & Loans Cer#ificates of Deposi4 (see page 2) Eagle County Ins4itutions 0.00% 04her Colorado Institutions $198,000 $198,000 1.20% fVational Ins4itufions 0.00% To4al $198,000 $198,000 1.20% Percen4age of Portfolio in Savings & Loans 0.00% U.S. Govemment Securities (see page 3) Treasury No4es & Bills $3,047,532 18.44% GiVn/iA's $72,892 0.44% U.S. Savings Bonds $29,236 0.18% Federal Agency Discount iVo4es & Bonds $9,974,715 60.34% Tot81 $13,124,375 79.40% To4al Portfolio $16,530,123 100.00% Ma4uring UVithin 12 Mon4hs $14,410,513 87.18% Maturing V1/ithin 24 Mon4hs $1,035,775 6.27% Maturing After 24 Mon4hs $1,083,835 6.55% ° $16, 530,123 9 00.00% 91 /16/95 invsmjlp d Money flNarlcet Accounts ' as of October 31, 1995 --For the Month of October-- Institution Balances Type of Accounts High Low Average 10/31/95 COMMERCIAL BAN6C ACCOUNTS Firsfi Bank of Vail - Operating Interest 5.395% 4.945% 5.220% Balance $3,839,380 $2,355,873 $2,933,273 $3,051,516 First Bank of Vail - Insurance Interest 5.395% 4.945% 5.220% Balance $1,078 Colorado National Bank Super Now Account Interest 3.410% ,General Operating Account Balance $2,313 - - - Total Commercial Bank Accounts $3,054,907 NiONEY MAR6CET FUNDS First American Corp. Trust Treasury Fund Bond Reserve Interest 5.187% Balance $87,924 Bank One NNoney Market Fund Interest 5.231 % Balance $59,041 Fidelity Investment Govemment Money Market Accounts Interest 5.450% Bond Issue Reserve Account Balance $5,876 Total Money fViarket Funds $152,841 Total all accounts $3,207,748 - "Account Subject to Arbitrage Rebate 11 /16/95 invmmjlp Page 1 n Certifica4es of Deposit 6 as of October 31, 1995 Bank iVame, Location Days to Ra4es Purchase Maturity Maturity Maturi4y Ins Coupon Yield Date Date at Purchase Value Bes4Bank, Thom4on Colorado FDIC 7.250% 16-Feb-95 16-Feb-97 474 $99,000 ' Key Bank of Colorado, Greeley Colorado FDIC 6.392% 6.600% 19-Jun-95 19-Jun-96 232 $99,000 Avg Yield 6.925% $198, 000 11 /16/95 invcdjlp Page 2 v 9 Govemment Securities as of October 31, 1995 "••Treasury Notes & Bills••• Daysto Days Interest Rate Purchase Maturity Maturity to Book Par Type Fund Coupon Yield Date Date at Purchase Maturity Value Value TPfote Pooled 4.250°lb 4.340% 17-May-93 15-AAay-96 1094 197 $499,749 $500.000 TNote Pooled 6.500% 6.553% 13-Oct-94 30-Sep-96 718 335 $499.768 $500,000 TMote Debt Service 5.605% 07-Ju1-94 15-Nov-95 496 15 $1,349,761 $1,350,000 Zero Pooled 7.820% 21-Jun-91 15-Nov-95 1608 15 $698,254 $700,000 Average Yield 6.06% $3,047,532 $3,050,000 ' Average Days to Maturity 141 ••'GPdAAA'S'•• Years to Estimated 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 11.00 $23,534 13003 8.000% 9.500% 240d-86 15-Oct-06 20.20 12.00 $21,616 14659 a 8.000°!0 9.2009b 24-Oct-86 15-Jan-07 21.20 13.00 $27,742 Avg Yield 9.057% g72.892 •"U.S. Savings Bonds••• Years to Issue AAaturity Maturity Years to Book Maturity Series Yield Date Date at Purchase Maturity Value Value EE 7.170% 01-Oct-86 01-Oct-96 10.00 0.92 $29,236 $30,000 '•'Federel Agency Discount Motes 8 Bonds••• Days/Years to Interest Rate Purchase Maturity Maturity Years to Book Maturity Agency Fund Coupon Yield Date Date at Purchase Maturity Value Value SBA Pooled - Dana 9.725°,6 26-Aflay-94 25-Mar-2008 13.8 12.4 $94.611 $109,734 FHLAA Pooled - Dana 8.40096 28-Jun-94 01-hAar-2019 24.7 23.3 $57,609 $66,355 FfdAAA Pooled - Dana 7.468% 28-Jun-94 01-Oct-2017 23.3 21.9 $82,944 $97,572 FNMA Pooled - Dana 8.431% 29-Jun-94 01-Jun-2014 19.9 18.6 $76,678 $110,531 SBA Pooled - Dana 10.225% 29-Jun-94 25-Feb-2008 13.7 12.3 $71,051 $82,749 SBA Pooled - Dana 9.475% 29-Jun-94 25-Jun-2019 25.0 23.7 $98,348 $108.523 SBA Pooled - Dana 10.225% 18-Aug-94 • 25-Ju1-2008 13.9 12.7 $90,729 $109,875 SBA Pooled - Dana 10.2259b 29-Jun-94 25-Jan-2008 13.6 12.2 $83,831 $110,088 FPIMA Pooled - Dana 7.090% 27-May-94 01-May-2020 25.9 24.5 $79,226 $100,577 FHLAAC Pooled - Dana 7.807% 28-Aug-94 01-Aug-2018 23.9 22.8 $73,680 $74,245 SBA Pooled - Dana 9.7259b 12-Ju1-94 25-Jun-2019 25.0 23.7 $103,427 $108,744 SBA Pooled - Dana 9.47596 08-May-95 25-Dec-2019 24.6 24.2 $98,809 $99,391 FNAflA Debt Service 6.912% 27-Feb-95 17-Jan-97 1.9 1.2 $283,058 $280,000 FNAAA Pooled 6.512% 22-Feb-95 17-Nov-95 268.0 Days $498,578 $500,000 FHLB Pooled 5.682% 04-Oct-95 03-Nov-95 30.0 Days $999,689 $1,000,000 FNAAA Pooled 6.037% 16-AAay-95 14-Nov-95 182.0 Days $997,855 $1,000,000 FHLB Pooled 6.7499b 02-AAar-95 02-Aug-96 1.4 Days $753,462 $750,000 FHLMC Pooled 6.789%, 27-Mar-95 23-Aug-96 1.4 Days $740,189 $750,000 FHLMC Pooled 5.667% 18-Oct-95 20-Nov-95 33.0 Days $1,994,117 $2,000,000 FHLB Pooled 5.61196 31-Oct-95 04-Dec-95 34.0 Days. $497,476 $500,000 FHLB Pooled 6.37095 27-Mar-95 16-Jan-96 295.0 Days $345,494 $350,000 FHLB Pooled 6.600% 31-PAar-95 10-AAay-96 1.1 Days $700,137 $700,000 FFC Pooled 5.794% 27-Jun-95 28-Apr-97 1.8 1.5 $653,717 $650,000 FHLAA Pooled 4.56096 4.560% 03-Jun-93 03-Jun-96 3.0 Days $500,000 $500,000 $9,974.715 $10,158,384 Average Yield 6.34% Average Years to Maturity 10 Total $13,124,375 11/16/95 invtrjlP Page 3 . . . . _ e, . . . _ . _ - . - . _ _ i-~- - POSt qrk ~ _ - BAtll- _ - : - - ~ hffl Xe~~ - o r own 6 ~ _ ' . . a - ~ . ~ ~ ~ ~ H ~ o ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Doy ou~ ~°ecognize the futu~°e oo ~ ~ - 6f C0 raG~p Sl~'ZZng? byf Chance Co~er J : . ~ . _ , - - - 7FT . . ~ r •t - , ~ k , . . . 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Aunper 'ana two quintessential example aher comeac usistancs who . - joined hlm.pre ezpected:to of what can go wrong : intune SkI Counuqs aormant ~ , , maAcetlnB Pro gmn wlth'rner• will go wrong, look no fnrther than last year's ski sca= gy ana iaeu; tormft Ewrmer- ships wlth corporadons, mend son in Colotado: Ing knces with the medla, and ' It began with a dearth of bust •because, of Utde snow. building a consNtucncy among snow in November and. Prcsdgious Aapen Skting Co. new and fntma skiers alike to December vid ended aifh quh the, state indusUy's mar- get them to glve.skiing or shlrtless skiers ziPPin6 down;:a kedng organizlUon.'Ihrn the . snowboydtng a try... nurow sWP of rockY ice at lader of that orBanizatlon "The blB challenge is to Bet Anpaha Buln InAugust. " I rcsigned. , amre;silers and snowbaardcre "fast yeaz vr" an anomgiy.11 The Utah ski industry kcpt, fi in'the mounWpe," said Hmur, doubt we'll eva see one liCe:lt Jabbing away u Colorado's '.32:"i recently:rpd'that skiing 2gaict. at.leut I hopt not" saiJ foibles, Poking fun az DfAs bag- A4 I, hes grown leas than 1 peicent Mdrcw P. Daly, preeldent, amd gage•system pntfalls and, ln the Iast 10 yass. And f don't cNef poecvdve ofBcer of Vzli genenl slamming the;•local t fn, people t6iah most industry Assacluea]nc. downhill business while Mag- have taceo stock in just 6ow :.:When .t4e season.,oprned ~ + ging about Its accellent chuu- I powafid snowboarding is aod ' sklers wem,.stlll flytng , Intb pagne powder and thc fact that ~ wil? be. 7fiere will be much Sraplaon •Alrport bocause' ott- 1t is hosting the 2002 Winter mon emptusis op t6at in [he delaycd Donva,IntemadonsE ,OlympicGunes.. future" , 0 Alcport wasn'[ yet & 6o~r ttavel- Md thrn, to top it off, last The ski indusvy 'and not. as. Inwslace 70, the maln coi~ aummer Asprn Skling Co. dld just on the Cobndo end of duit to Front Range skt tesoetd: what . had lxeo pceviously thinge - is battling a decade• ~~was cloned a reowd 35 doeqs - unthinkable, It iaised the wp., loag trcnd Wwaid economic a sed ~bapuse of E,plethora of,un~ i-ddlar price of ite all-0ay.adulc flaeness; Ia+t year :('alondo y adke „w4acklchifed eemk, n 11ft acket m s52, the AroR nson r i reglatered ~ 111 : muuon skia avalm" ~ to;topmadc thst both Nsib (a vlslt is coneldaxd one ' mcaadl,ya . aldere aud tesotb 2~u vlCOVed ~ , fiil4dey lift ;dcket~ Ias[ year's' r~l4a'~ ~t e~a ~ w~d kepldatlon, total Is about 6d~0AQ+ ftwer d,* 4 thet'e lollict-iposs;ter ridq~~Alqt 6f DII~lY9GA0fl8that R0 k F~ CI7~Q`!l~i~..p~Mi8II1Q:f'4Y~~Civa*a.. ,..•r. r~~~P'~"`8 .1'. - a r . ~ • ~ . NOVEMBER 19,1995 o Tbe Dencur Pouf 17 I , a~B~ms~ 17 ' ~~g * banned from macry ski areas and Dow~~~{ TT .~°m ~ Like snowboarding. If there segregated at others. But last sea- t~~d "What's right with Colorado ~ has ever been a winter recre- son, officials approximate that SALEskiing?" asked John Frew, the for- ational activity that has baffled 13 percent of all lift tickets sold mer Denver mayoral candidate , so-calied experts, snowboazding in Colorado were purchased by and political insider who was is it. In Colorado, most ski-resort someone packing a snowboard. 25% tapped last summer to give new operators completely misread And that number is undoubt- vision to Colorado Ski Country and misjudged its burgeoning edly going to keep growing, OFFIO USA. "We have the greatest poPularity because at least 80 percent of mountains and finest snow in Four years ago, boarders were ttie people coming into snow J~~&B~IID~rE .~~~CC~B~P& North America. Md a deep an d considered social pariahs, skate- sports are riding on snowboards FFgpge Leatfger proud tradition of being the board punks on snow who were Please see DovvnYtAl~.page 20 i~1111°6P1lt2D8I~Sfos' MeAB best." . ' ndWomen jim Felton, a spokesman for Ralcorp Holdings Inc., owner mf D Custom fitting on Breckenridge, Arapahoe Basin premises . ana Keyscone resorts, is even o Professional more effusive: "Colorado skiing tadOring is undoubtedty the gold stan- ~]L..eather and fabric ~ of the world.We are seeing 8 ~ more and more French, - ~ japanese and IVew Zealand ski ~ area operators coming here to see how we do things . in ; '(ateer Colorado. We are naturally blessed here ° ; . CO « - Despite its zany sea.son last - year> Colorado skiing remains a ;g"' robust industry. Yt generates ' . illion in di~ct and indk $2:5 b ~ . - ~ rect retail sales in the seate each ~ year. It suppares 86,000 jobs -'-':Z - - annually. It spent more than $4 - billion - yes, BYI.LION - on its infrastructure oeer Yhe past decade. - And it continues to attract [he r ~,i ; evealthy out-of-state and interna- ~ - - : ` . tional skier. °Colorado has learned hoev, to . service skiers ~ and get ancillary revenue from 47 its customers besides that of lift tickets," said Ford Frick, a .,•;x Denver-based recreation and - . - ~ resorrt analyst `It's- in excellent health; said ARichae! Berry, president of the ~ ' . Iakewood-based RTational Ski -.,rea Association, a trade associa- don for the industry. Said Ken Gart, a scion of Colorado's:;sPortinB goods first family, which has been selling . . . ski equipment for decades: "I . ' i .._F. have a good feel for what's : going on; Lsee° it evoiving into somethliig more than just down- ~~~~~~~D from p4p 19 "71vo ynrs ago u the Skl future, with aIl the kidsComing rials at both ihose areu are that we have partners atA-Basin the cxceptlon, not the nile. [rom'The Empire Strikes Back" officials ue going to have to jt" nther than on sk1e, pthv num. Industdes of America ahow, in," he said.9t has a big bulge at qWck to add that theU nearby and Brec kenri dge that do' Wayne Maca has been opent- "Ten years ago, the Genention get the generation callcd the'i bers tell the f u l l story of this sales werc 90 percrnt skl, la the yroung end. Today, when it sister resons welcome snow- Cruise along 1-70 near ing Cruise or Bruise Spons Inc., Xcrs went boarding for the indi- "Echo Boom" - the chilMep pq., phenomenon: 31 percent of the percent snowbouds; syd Nolm wmes to a family outing, you boarders - Aspen Highlands, Eisenhower TLnnel during the a' snowboard shop in Idaho vidualiry of it all. Back [hen, just baby boomers and a grnrnypa; ~ dollaz volume done at tht Ski Ros21 of RRC Associues, a sa Ihe puents skiing and the Snowmass and Buttermilk at wintcr and you'll notice hun- Springs, For 10 years. He Wccns abouc no ski arcas aIlowed of cqual size. That's why!, Industdes of Amerlca tnde Bouldcr•based company that kidssnowbouding,gutwe'llsec Asprn, anJ Arapahce Buin and dreds of snowboarders at the current snowboaM rage ro them. Now iPs mains[ream and Colorado ski ams have bttpy, show this year wu snowboard- tncks the lndustry. 'If [ was a the day when the whole family Breckenridge at Keystone. Loveland, onc of the frst resons Something like the telemark ski thc cool thing to do. Will it Fadc? sinking money Into kids'ttnters~! , celated. Mare than 430,000 ski manufncturcr, 1'd be really stazts snowboudin ~ anowboards were rcported concerned. Cd zlso be coo- Curcentty, oNy two Calondo weJ addrcss~eve'ry year,? Felron ago. Ev nc ai`htiny Slti Hesperus, PJ~S owboarding has just erupt- e p~oW s much fun no[ to anN niks Ka hiwaolformtt U.S.`- oNercd In zntldpaNon of strong cemed if I wu i ski arei ttut rcsotts prohibit boarders on said. "Yes, therds a risk to just west o( Durango, the hill is Jd," said Mua, whose loyal ws If'the Colorzdo ski indus[ry is Olympic skier and foundtt and~, , sales in rcsponse to the 330,IX0 didn't cater to snowboudecs. their slopes: qspen Mounttin Keysrone not allowing snow- dottcd almost exclusivety with tomers have nicknamed him to see the doubledigit gmw[h owner of Volant SkLs and i saowbovds sotd last wintec 'Snowboarding has a great and Keystone Resort. But oH'i- boaMers. But we're fortunare snowboarders.There, skiers are Yoda, the bi cared characrer g ycars like the 1970s and 1980s, Please see Dousoah09i prge ACE DESIGNFRS ~ ~o~ P,~ eu~ w t~w~s AiTEBVTION; RETIREMENT tOMANUN(PY RESIDENTS ~ {~e ~ / Are You Concergaed About OSTEOPOR03BS? A ~ ~~~7wn0fG6 , • , AHA Smla . :Y . Dr. Paul D. 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We are research- Wedgivood Flocenqne Black 195.00 136.50 Black/Grey, ing an investigational amidepressant medicalion which ---'~r , Black/Red, . may be helpful. ~ Taupe/eone If you are depressed, are currentty not on antidepressanLS, Complimentary Gifl Wrap, Free Adjacent Parlting, have no bipolar pbms, you may be eligible for free study ~ treatment evaluation and some compensation. ~~'s h i n g e i f s' Ri-P ,'uUI~C' ~ Leaue Message for Dr. Patrick a9 a a a o e. s ~ e a., - a, n r, o, -756° -_~964 . - 397•0559 (bEtbuE891 8 AM BEId TPM) Chetfy Creek jdorth, Denver, 262 Flllmpre, 333•1624. c h o r r y c r o o k, n o r S h : 1=8011-769•9696, Open &4-F 9:346;30, 8et 9:30-6, Sun 12.4, 2g' EAST CENTRUM BUILDING - 8200 E. BELLEUIEINj , 9 B B-8 B 7 7 ; ~D;* m 11mDrmwlhq ^ NOVEMBEA 19,1995 r' DOWnha,oofivm page 21 that it holds s[cady. Buc I cer- slopes is pure bunk.They say i['s spring when it bailed ouc of Sl:i fem• the numerous - and Aggres3ion Snowboazds near tainly think the snowboarder probably double that Or even Counvy., chynling ii Ranted to wealth} - iniernational crowd Drnver, will sep u least 10,000 side of things is going ro jump, higher. do its own boyrds this maz'keting. Vail raised that keeps swelling in Summit Year• All the figures I see show a "ThaYS way low," said snow- the ire of more than a few indus- Counn•. "That's double what we did a gowing number of snowboard- boarder and industry reporter try types when it recendp "It's Icind of a Dc Jelcyll, Mr. year ago," he said. "If we could ers, boch on the slopes and in Mark North of Bouldec "There announced plans to puc a retail Hyde sicuauon, with the appear- have started making chem ear(i. equipmrnt sales ° are a lot - and I mean a lot - , store smack in the middle of ance of a unified front but some et, we woWd be sclling 15,000 Talk to snowboarding purists, more snowboardcrs out there downtown Breckenridge and cutthroat stufl' ~oing on behind to 18,000 instead. I would hope and they'tl tell you the 13 per- than people think. sell Vail-Beaver Creek apQarel the scenes" ;aid Telluride's that the oveeall sicierday num- cent figure being floated by ski- "The people who run the and paraphernalia. Stumkonis. ber stays at around 10 million- industry officials regarding their Coloredo siti areas, they just Plus ~T the neat sevecal years, numbers on the Colorddo Please se~e Dowr~FoiBB Zq ; Many industry inslders grum- Felton, whose three ski areas ~ j ble privately abort incessant are locaced in Summit Counq•, ° complaining and infighting couldn't disagree more: "I have , among Ski Country, members, scen noching in this indusW to , mostty nickeldime stuff. A few suggest an unethica( tack in gar- complainu center on some ski nering market share. Most peo- az ~e~~ , eas circulating advertisements p!e running Colorddo slti resorts ~ ~ ~ for discount couponsat rival know eaeh other, lcnow how to o~~1~~Doe~ueBue98fiom page 23 resorts, pchers are critica( of biU- measuc+e each other. We know didnt get ic," North said. "They board ads that subd c~~? ers Needed For y rip the who the competition is, and to a M 2' l~' R~Seae~th 54udy~ thought r.owboarders would competition. Still others carp lazge actrnt it isn't each other. ~ FAVsot'hum'3a e. ~ vmra~. go away. At the beginning, there about ski areas deliberatei It's I a s V rW ~ Y egas. It's the cruise •F- e~i dw was just chis tremendous antag- "stealin s ~~y„~ g" kiers from other lines" and "the Mouse in .0 ~~~~~~s. ~ onism. Thev didn't want 'that areas; Iike Vail's recent Orlando," Disney's resorts • kind of crowd' on their moun- ~,"'g•~ announcemrnt of plans to set in California and Florida. Pl°°8° C°ll' tain. Just three years ago, they up a shuttle in Breckenridge to Please see DowB1FeBB0 p4r 27 ~5 RobI, JUM m weren't wanted. Personally, I ~O~10S t~k a lot of hazing ovet the 59 9X0 (303)740-0998 y~ " a6er Aun nd "'r a+~K a co ec. That's one of the raps on the The~" New Willwm 5. S~Man, M.D.)180 Qchord Rd. 1208 Aud i~,..,~m„ e~b»n,a, co soi i i ski indus[ry in the state, that its resort ewners and hiererchy ;DE PRE~'~°. 1 consist of a bunch of outof- touch male fossils who don't $ t r, M.D. is now enrolling qualifedy' like Change. Of CourSe, tha[ - in a rcsearch study ot a ~ could apply to a lot of American ew antideprcssant - - corpordtions. sites: Wheat Rldge and Cherry Crcek ~ _ • r j ~ "Let's face it, the die-hard skier - ~Q,~' cC ~5 of the 1970s and 1980s is gone," 425_ 4 292said Kelly ladyga, spokesw+oman F«11~R<F-ifor Colorado Ski CouRlry USA. ere am more and more mar- slrcp ~rom:h keting avenues to explore.7`wo of them am families and snow= boazders ° Leather o Power Sunroof a All-Weather Package Remcte Ke less cntry o 1y . ' Md snowshceing.Md tobog- Y Bose Sound System a IV i _________~_Tw w~si~ ov i ganing. Md crosscounvy ski-, ~ S ~ 17 am roas eansee I 1$3 uww ebo m esap ~ ing. Mt sleigh rides. Even fine ~ = Two 6 Po~lu of CIBA FOtUS Ca,mcn ditiing on Lhe mountain, which 36 MOo ~~~Se 0 Yen. supplyl si 7so cao. ~ea., i n ~n. a saoo ' [ya Euam Fnr Consoc~s And Glaues Vail' has introduced with con- 99 s+so aca. ra,. o a H. . C a r e K n s A n d F d l o w U p Y s in ~ s w c t i o n o f i t s e x c l u s i v e G a m e W.A.C. io.ooo m~ .>>e I NdVdidwdhC4he,Ofkn 6pAS 12/3/95 1 IVLItVD ~k Club, a~cial ~d CO N TI N E N TAL wwv~v ov ~ i cheon ctub just off the Ouzo _ AUD - s2~~ C10~ PauONc funTMIC CDMGCT ~ oa~^ ~ ~ tcail on Vail Mountain. Two 6 Pr¢du of CBA FOCUS TORIC I To regain the momentum it 785° 1 100 ~~Y`' I had just 10 years ago, the 6000 South Broadway . .t ~ [ryo 6wn For Conails And Gloa+es i 70=& tmo 1Ge ad Fdlow Up wsiis Coloredo ski industry is rein- r+a vdd wal, odie, oRen. E,~m i 2/J/vs venting iu approach to market- in . Hunter, an avid skier who QBJV~ ~ Dt tIriKno Graen, O.D lives in Summit Counry, has a ~7 &Ofew ideas on how he and his g~ buddy Frew can kick-s[art ~acame. r6!-MHelMeeommKagSaopra:Shqvpi~tti~i; ; . Yuin „ • ~S'`~". ~ 8 ~377=0762 the induscry. . ' °We need to figure out how to •f~.17/3/95 ;'°..GRMWMW'VUAGE 0 DjC grow more skias.... We need ' ` DG Tho~nas PbmO.D not onty bring in new people, ~ '`4910 So. Yotemde but those who have already s29 ' 8e1~v~'8 Yos" ad BaBeriew Sq been there, the ones who quit Gd singla`~" ^.:.220'5100skiing for one reason or anoth- VW„ L- rae up w t-aoo z.oo er." eilml,~i;(ocdmdswm ' 3~"f6n~ujrs=.se1l~~aes ~ SM; ~ 4~~-~~4 : In recent months, it has been ra.ecd.;amry ab,dte. es9+ODa.~s:00pey ~ r, scar~' to wazch Colorddo skiin8 •[p.i2/3/95 "'S~11~OBY~4~O(sa<-_ SIOWIy unravel. Aspen Skiing Co. srnt a powerful message last ~ . - - - ; 00Wnh180 finrn page ZS number of airline seats coming Th: s:Jf at Colorado Ski into Colorado when Continental Country USA is quick to point Airlines all but pulled out of the out what a vaiue skung in the Denver market 18 monchs ago. _ state actually is, and constantty The cnuich on seats is improv- . reminds people that if skiers are ing, Myers said. ss aoscers 93 ounine payl°g the window price, they're All in all, the patienc - 63 Cagers org. 96 Hammer L, PaYing t00 muCh. COIOCddO'S ski industry - is a nter 66 e Camera" away ai Another key issue fiCing tesort healthy one. NE° 68 Belgian 97 Fragrance isisrs there is noth- m violinis!' 98 Iron Maiden's opemtors is access to the ski Vail's DalY u - ss weasers PurPose q.. areas,After last year's I-70 fiasco, ing wrong with•Colorado skring. cousin ss Annouyh 70 Listender 104 Pizeno's ~ey sat down with Colorado Berry says it's in ezcellent health. 71 Parasice yuesi „ Department of Transportation Frew admits it sometimes shows 72 --arms: 105 Weaving soldiers. yams J officials, the Colorado State symptoms of the flu but mm?+*±s 73 A day's ~ 107 Combat cover Patro1 and others w devise a plan robust. As long as the Rockies march 109 Restrain 74 Gary Burgnon 110 Fred's siscer L to lower the closure rate on the don't crumble, people will role 111 Thief or rascal ~ 75 Luges 112 Othervvi se fireway, They came up with a always want to come to Colorado , 79 'vr,en i 713 Dr. Pierce or j five-point plan that includes for winter vacations. was=„" ' HunnicuYs for snowplow After all, who could resist pick- nd - 80 Fred and B~~ vuiima's Psc 114 Proceedings driecrs who can't afford housing ing up the phone and making e1 Get -for 115 Type of sch. ! one's money 116 Word with jn SUIIIIIlit CoLtnty. They 31so are reservations for a Colorado visit i~ ise es vienciane's tooted or nre ? seeking legislation to toaghen when the Denver Broncos are iand 117 ciry in unar l0 84 HirK Pradesh ~e state chain law p~ la 'g m a blizzard on national . 86 Natives: 119 War joumalist f{ent Myers is a senior vice television? You can't pay enough Suffix Emie 87 Eutreme 122 eond's Fleming president with Vail Associates for that kind of national expo- disorder 123 Louis or carrie and has been heavity involved in sure.01 91 Peter Pan 124 Eds. prirrted P;rate maner fixing che induscry's croubles Chance Conner is a Denver Post $5 10 11 12 13 14 75 18 17 with a 30-percent drop in the staff writer. . QOLORA ~1AT SCRAMBLED WORD GAME SPEC 21 Ovwmme by Wenri Amdd and IWike Argirion (DLYMP ~ Unscramble these six Jumbles, one letter to each square, to form ~I was hop"'9 g' ~ six ordinary words. ~ °Of~'"8 8 33 34 . LOVEN(r ~ Quizno's pam ~ ~,0 a, box meals can r @19%rftmMeftSwmMur- itrepaoo an affair to remi 1w so pp qy* qeseme& meM ner Md right no~~ , so _ TOO NIL ~ ~ j' help u.s help Col j Through Dec. 3 `40 (muumum), es es ; .r~O~~~ Olympics. 1 71 n ~~4 ~s But that's not • I h~ 78 `10 discount co- - i 86 87 se ~ PEEXO* u ~ x+ ea ~ ' ~ ~ RESULT C°'o,°"° SLIFSO OF A COMPUTER L ROMA(vCE. 'While quanMies last. limit 5 ( 107 t08 t09 110 111 112 BOIDUT Plouv arrange the circted letters to form the surprise answer, as sug- >124 gested by the above cartoon. " n 12e ~ PRIRIY YOl9R ANSWER Ifd 7HE C16iCLES BELOW ai 132 ~ AT 01995 I,os Angeles Times Syndicate rossword and Jumble ansvuers on page 9 1 L . . F6VED NOd: 1-1 . . ~ ~ y I Ao • l~°,4~~~(~-5 ~ Regular members are govemmental entities or organizations that will not jeopardize the tax- exempt status of the cooperative. The em hasis of p the organizations adivities must center on heaIth an ' d human services. d_~~F`C . ~ fY y {~`5 Regular members have voting rights and are a ' 1 3 ~~'t {i' 1 required to participate in at least one „ . • , , } ~ , ;t, t ; , ~ ~ ~ committee of the cooperative. 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