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PUBLIC NOTICE
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETINGS
' Tuesdav. December 23 & 30 1997
Work session NO MEETING DUE TO HOLIDAYS AND STH
TUESDAY OF THE MONTH. .
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479-2356 TDD for information.
PUBLIC NOTICE
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDl1LE
(as of 12/26/97)
)ANCIARY, 1998
In an attempt to respond to scheduled meeting demands, as well as adhere to mandated ordinance
and charter requirements, Council meetings are scheduled at the following times:
EVENING MEETINGS
Evening meetings will continue to be heid on the first and third Tuesday evenings of each month,
starting at 7:30 P.M. These meetings will provide a forum for citizen participation and public
audience for conducting regular Council business.
WORK SESSIONS
Work sessions, which are primarily scheduled for Council debate and understanding of issues before
the Council, will now be scheduled to begin at 2:00 P.M. (unless otherwise noted) on everv
Tuesday afternoon.
THE lANl1ARY. 1998 VAIL TOWN COIINCIL MEETING SCHEDl1LE
IS AS FOLLOWS:
Tuesday, ]anuary 6, 1998
Work session............ 2:00 P.M. (starting time determined by length of agenda)
Evening meeting......... 07:30 P.M.
Tuesday, ]anuary 13, 1998
Work session............ 2:00 P.M. (starting time determined by length of agenda)
Tuesdav, January 20, 1998
Work session............ 2:00 P.M. (starting time determined by length of agenda)
Evening meeting......... 07:30 P.M.
Tuesday, ]anuary 27, 1998
Work session............ 2:00 P.M. (starting time determined by length of agenda)
TOWN OF VA1L
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Pamela A. Brandmeyer
Assistant Town Manager
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Vail Colorado Town Council
Planning and Environmental Division
75 South Frantage Road
Vail, Colorado 81657
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Deaz Sir/Madam:
We have hecn following with great inlerest the development plans regarding Vail as
we have frequented Vail for bolh summer and winter vacations fvr the past eighl years.
Having enjoyed the town of Vail and the peaplc we have met there so very much we
purchased a condo in Lionshead thrce years ago.
Vail holds a special place in my family's heart as the warm, friendly charactcr of the
town is what separates it from al1 other resorts we have visited. We truly feei we are "going
home" whenever we go ta Vail. We grcatly value the facilities as well as ttze atmosphere
where our fivc children can roam the town, particularly Lionshead, withaut our constanl
worry of traflic and other potcntial dangers with which we are all too familiar in the Atlanta
area.
In my capacity as Representative from the Cobb County district af Georgia, I have
taken a very active role with regard to the ongoing develap oi our community. Cobb
County has historically continued to be one of the fastest growing counties in Georgia and I
have worked witli local government in balancing eoncerns. Develapment is essential and
can be extremely beneficial. it is of primary importance however, that improvement not
change the character oC the town which is so special. Of particttlar impact we would
reyuest the transportation, though vital to connect the east and west and a great attribute of
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the town, continve to be pecipheral to the actual housing and recreation, areas. S'ttting outside one of the local restaurants in Vai1 evokes a view of mountains and not the constant
sight, smell and sound of buses starting and stopping within ten feet of the tahle. The same applies to many of the condo and hotel rooms' decks. Aiter a day on the slopes, it is
comforting to be able to jump on a bus and meet friends at aiy of the local restaurants
however, the convenience should not be of sueh overwhelming importance so as to destroy
the character.
Furthermore, the architccture, though eclectics, maintains 1 small town atmosphete
allowing wonderful view ol' mountains of which we are all so proud. Further building
should allow us to maintain the view. We certainly appreciate the exciting job VA has
undertaken with regard to its redevelopment and are impressed with both the involvement
of the residents and visitors and the willingness of VA to listen to -all perspectives. If I can
be of any assistance with regard ta the ongo'tng proccss, I woulci be happy to be involved.
We wil[ be in Vail over the holidays. With kindest regards, I am
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TOWN 75 South Frontage Road
Vail, Colorado 81657
970-479-2100
FAX 970=479-2157
VAIL VILLAGE LOADING & DELIVERY UPDATE
At the direction of the Vail Town Council, four modifications are being introduced this
season to increase efficiencies and minimize the impacts of loading and delivery.
The modifications are as follows:
• Experimental Test Barricade at Hanson Ranch Road and Vail Valley Drive
8:00 to 10:30 a.m. & 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 15 through Sunday, Jan. 4
This test will involve posting Vail Police Department personnef at the
entry to Hanson Ranch Road during the morning and afternoon peaks to
redirect unauthorized vehicles to other locations. Entry will be maintained
for trucks {delivery permit required}, fodge guests and residents. The
primary purpose of the barricade is to eliminate use of the area for skier
drop-off by private vehicles (which has been clogging up loading and delivery
operations). 1f the effort is successfui, the Town of Vail will consider continuing
the barricade during peak ski days.
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• Increased Staffing at CheckQoint Charlie
7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily
Friday, Dec. 15 through Sunday, Jan. 4
Normally staffed from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., the expanded hours are intended
to increase coordination and monitoring of loading and delivery activities.
• No Exceptions Policy for Non-Emergencies
Please note there will be no exceptions this season to the loading and
delivery policies listed on the back for non-emergency situations. Violators will be
ticketed. Emergency situations, such as emergency repairs, will be handled on a
case-by-case basis. Also handled on a case-by-case basis will be carpet
cleaning companies whose equipment is fixed to the truck.
• lnformational Map
Creation of a pamphlet, containing a map and the most recent loading and
delivery policies, is underway for distribution at Checkpoint Charlie.
The purpose of the pamphlet is to clarify the town's policies and expectations.
12-11-97
Vail Police Department
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TOWN OF YAIL
75 South Frontage Road
Yail, Colorado 81657
970-479-2100
FAX 970-479-2157
MEDIA ADVISORY
December 17, 1997 Contact: Suzanne Silverthorn, 479-2115
Cammunity Information Office
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS FOR DECEMBER 16
Work Session Briefs
Councilmembers present: Armour, Arnett, Foley, Jewett, Kurz, Navas
--Empioyee Anniversaries
The Council recognized both Dick Duran, fire chief, and Mike McGee, fire marshal, for 20 years
of service to the town. Each received a check for $2,000 in appreciation of their contributions.
--Presentation of Investment Report
Chris Anderson, finance and budget manager, presented the town's investment report and
explained the format of the report. The Council briefly discussed the relationship of the Tabor
Amendment to the town's investments (no relationship) and the strategy of the town's long-term
investments.
--Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan
In preparation for the evening meeting, the Council reviewed 14 master plan framework
elements as part of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan. Please see evening meeting
briefs for details.
--Information Update
Assistant Town Manager Pam Brandmeyer asked Councilmembers to leave voice mail
messages regarding various maintenance and other items that need attention from the town to
help expedite the process. The items will then be added to a tracking sheet distributed weekly to
Council.
--Council Reports
Kevin Foley attended a meeting of the Eagle County Transportation Authority in which a service
agreement was signed with the Town of Avon.
Sybill Navas attended a meeting of the Northwest Colorado Council of Governments for a
discussion on tax-based equity and regionalism; also, there was a state legislative roundtable.
--Other
Kevin Foley and Sybill Navas noted a successful reception at the Colorado Ski Museum to
recognize representatives involved in a sister cities exchange arranged through the local Vail
Valley Exchange with representatives from Mt. Buller, Australia. In inquiring about the status of
a request for a bus stop in West Vail, Foley challenged the town staff to find an acceptable
solution. He also questioned the town's judgement in removing a bus shelter near Golden Peak.
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Ludwig Kurz complimented organizers of the town's holiday party. Sybill Navas inquired about a
date for the Town Council retreat. Michael Jewett asked that I-iis issue regarding recreational
vehicles be discussed at the retreat. Bob Armour asked for a c;opy of a 1989 fire study, reported
a problem with a split rail fence at the west end of North Frontage Road, inquired about a staff
response regarding use of speed bumps, and asked if the town should require lobbyists to
register themselves with the town similar to state policies.
Evening Session Briefs
Councilmembers present: Armour, Arnett, Foley, Jewett, Kurz, Navas
--Citizen Participation
Paul Johnston, a former councilmember, congratulated the netivly elected members and shared
an idea regarding future selection of the mayor. He asked that a process (not a formal charter
amendment) be structured that would create public dialogue from those seeking the mayoral
seat to provide an opportunity for the mayoral candidates to talk about their vision for Vail before
being selected by Council. He said the current selection process (which happens largely behind
the scenes) is cryptic.
Next, Dan Teleen, owner of Karats, a jewelry store next to the ,Austria Haus construction site,
asked for the Council's help in restoring informational and direc;tional signs as well as proper
lighting at the construction site. Town Manager Bob McLaurin agreed to follow up.
Ginger Margolin, an attorney representing a client who's interested in opening a liquor store at
the Vail Commons site, asked for the town's clarification regarciing City Market's previous
statements that it would not lease retail space for a liquor store operation. Margolin said the
position taken by City Market contradicts the town's zoning cocle and puts a restraint on free
market competition. She asked the town to clarify its position in writing.
Paul Rondeau, a resident of the Golf Course neighborhood, questioned the rationale behind
removal of the Golf Course bus shelter upon completion of the Golden Peak ski base. He said
the change has caused considerable confusion among riders who can no longer find the bus
stop because of its bleak identification and lack of lighting. Tovvn Manager Bob McLaurin said
the shelter would be reinstalled. Also, Rondeau shared his coricept for a modification of
summer bus service. His proposal includes elimination of the Golf Course route, extending the
in-town shuttle to the soccer field turnaround and adding a stop at the Golf Course Clubhouse
on the East Vail route. He said the concept would be more effective and would eliminate the
perception of empty buses. Rondeau, a retiree, encouraged the Council to tap the brainpower of
he and others in the community who have time to volunteer for focus groups and other methods
to improve the town's services.
--Consent Agenda
The Council voted 6-0 to approve two items on the consent agenda. One was second reading
of an ordinance that amends two sections of the Municipal Coc'le.
The first exempts low level (18 inches or less) outdoor lighting -for steps and walkways from the
total number of lights permitted on a residential lot. The second amendment is a housekeeping
' measure that allows accessory uses to be conducted outside of a building in the Commercial
Service Center Zone District subject to approval of a conditional use permit. The second item
on the consent agenda was second reading of an ordinance aclopting a recodified municipal
code following two years of work. Two other items on the consent agenda, second reading of
ordinances amending the town's pension funds, were removed and will be rescheduled Jan. 6.
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--Supplemental Appropriation
The Council voted 5-1 (Jewett against) to approve second reading of a$448,276 supplemental
appropriation to the 1997 budget. In voting against the ordinance (as he did during first reading),
Councilman Michael Jewett, said he couldn't support the measure because it contains a$5,000
appropriation for noise mitigation at Vail Commons. Jewett has called the mitigation an
inappropriate expenditure by the town. Rather than refer the issue to a public vote, Jewett says
his constituents will now write to officials from City Market to ask them to return the $5,000 to the
_ town. Councilman Bob Armour, who supports the town's involvement in the Vail Commons
noise mitigation, noted the $5,000 expense represents a tiny fraction of the town's $29 million
budget. --Lionshead Master Plan Stage 3
The Council voted 6-0 to accept the direction of the 14 framework elements presented to
Council by the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan team. The vote followed three hours of
review and discussion by the Council, the master plan team and members of the audience. At
the crux of the discussion yesterday was a recommendation to retain a concept to create a
stronger connection between the east and west ends of Lionshead either by reserving right-of-
way for a central corridor in the event that future conditions and improved technology warrant
implementation of the concept, or by running a transit line parallel to the Frontage Road, or by
some other means that would accomplish the connection. Two property owners from the
Landmark, along with their property manager, urged the Council to eliminate the central corridor
concept, saying it would ruin the ambiance of Lionshead. Instead, Councilmembers--noting
there's no intent to allow the current fleet of diesel buses to run through the middle of
Lionshead--said they were comfortable leaving all options open for additional study. In making a
motion to accept the 14 concepts, which include ideas for gateways, corridors and public
gathering places, along with employee housing sites, additional parking, and other
improvements, Councilman Bob Armour said the elements are "on target" with the town's six
community policy objectives adopted by the town a year ago. Armour said the Council's
acceptance of the 14 framework elements simply allows for continued study of the various
opportunities rather than casting decisions in stone. Ludwig Kurz, who presided over the
meeting in Rob Ford's absence, emphasized the importance of the comprehensive nature of the
master plan, especially since future redevelopment in Lionshead is a given. Councilmember
Sybill Navas indicated an interest in pursuing extension of the streamwalk as part of the master
plan's efforts to improve connections between the Village and Lionshead. Also yesterday, the
Council accepted a proposal by the master plan team to host two open houses during the
holidays as an extension of the Lionshead master plan outreach program to provide an update
on the process. For a full recap of yesterday's discussion, watch the meeting in its entirety on
Channel 5(call 949-5657 for a replay schedule). The master plan process will now focus on
height and density issues in the context of the 14 framework elements, moving toward
completion of stage three of the five-stage process. For more information, contact Susan
Connelly in the Community Development Department at 479-2140.
--Town Manager's Report
In his town manger's report, Bob McLaurin announced the next meeting of the Colorado
Association of Ski Towns on Jan. 22-23 in Frisco and said that a long-awaited closing date of
Dec. 19 had been scheduled for the Land Ownership Adjustment Agreement (land trades)
between the Town of Vail and the U.S. Forest Service. For more information on LOAA, contact
Russell Forrest in the Community Development Department at 479-2146.
--Other
Kevin Foley wished everyone happy holidays and extended his thoughts to Rob Ford who was
out of town tending to a family illness.
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UPCOMiNG DISCUSSION TOIPICS
Dec. 23 Work Session
No Meeting
Dec. 30 Work Session
No Meeting
Jan. 6 Work Session
Overview of Solid Waste Plan
Discussion of Slifer Plaza Project
Jan. 6 Evening Meeting
CARTS Presentation
Second Reading, Pension Amendments
Jan. 13 Work Session
PEC/DRB Review
Executive Session, Personnel Issues
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Agenda last revised 12/19/97
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD AGENDA
WednesdaY, December 17, 1997
3:00 P.M.
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PROJECT ORIENTATION / NO LUNCH - Community Development Department 1:30 pm
MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT
Bill Pierce Ann Bishop
Clark Brittain
Ted Hingst
Brent Alm
SITE VISITS 2:00 pm
1. Knobel - 392 Mill Creek Circle
2. Booth Falls Rockfall wall
' Driver: George
PUBLIC HEARING - TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 3:00 pm
1. Manor Vail - Lodge addition. George
595 E. Vail Valley Drive/Lot B, Block 1, Vail Village First.
Applicant: Manor Vail Lodge, represented by Robert "Buff" Arnold.
MOTION: Clark Brittain SECOND: Ted Hingst VOTE: 4-0
1. That the appiicant articulate the space 1' down and horizontally.
2. Three trees be planted at the west end of the addition.
2. Southwest Builders - Final review of a new primary/secondary residence. George
2675 Cortina Lane/Lot 6, Block A, Vail Ridge.
Applicant: John Perkins
MOTION: Ted Hingst SECOND: Clark Brittain VOTE: 4-0
3. Erickson - Final review of a new single-family residence. Dominic
1987 West Circle Drive/Lot 26, Buffer Creek Subdivision.
Applicant: Jeannine Erickson, represented By: Railton McElvoy Architects
MOTION: Clark SECOND: Ted VOTE: 3-1
Approved with Conditions:
1. Builder / Owner seriously consider adding architectural details, railing, braces to be consistent
with existing home.
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2. Seriously consider moving the house/modifying the deck to avoid issues with the stream.
4. Town of Vail Seibert Circle - Final review. Dominic
Public right-of-way, intersection of Bridge St. and Hanson Ranch Road.
Applicant: Town of Vail, represented by Design Warkshop and Nancy Sweeney
MOTION: SECOND: VOTE:
WITHDRAWN
5. Knobel residence - Conceptual review of a new single-family residence. George
392 Mill Creek Circle/Lot 8, Block 1, Vail Village First Filing.
Applicant: Mr. Knobel, represented by Christopher Coy
MOTION: SECOND: VOTE:
NO VOTE
6. Booth Falls rockfall mitigation walls - Final review. Russ
Lot 1, Block 2, Vail Village 12th Filing.
Applicant: Booth Falls Homeowner's Association
MOTION: Clark Brittain SECOND: Bill Pierce VOTE: 4-0
CONSENT APPROVED
Staff Approvals
Cosbar - New awning and sign. Dominic
188 Gore Creek Drive/Lodge Promenade.
Applicant: Lilly Garfield
Lund - Interior conversion. Kathleen
443 Beaver Dam Road/Lot 4, Block 4, Vail Village 3rd Filing.
Applicant: Thomas Lund
May Palace - Window sign. Kathleen
2109 N. Frontage Road/Vail Commons.
Applicant: Henry Woo
The applications and information about the proposals are available for public inspection during regular
office hours in the project planner's office, located at the Town of Vail Community Development
Department, 75 South Frontage Road.
Sign language interpretation available upon request with 24 hour notification. Please call 479-2114 voice or
479-2356 TDD for information.
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PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
Monday, December 22, 1997
AGENDA
Project Orientation / CHRISTMAS LUNCH -_Community Development Department 12:00 pm
MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT
Site Visits : 1:00 pm
1. Mauzy - 2702 Larkspur Lane
2. Vail Valley Medical Center - Parking Structure
3. Crossroads Plaza
Driver: George
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NOTE: If the PEC hearing extends until 6:00 p.m., the board will break for dinner from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Public Hearinq - Town Council Chambers 2:00 p.m.
1. A request for a minor subdivision, to correct an existing right-of-way encroachment, located
at 2702 Larkspur Lane/Lot 6, Block 3, Vail Intermountain.
Applicant: Kathy Mauzy/Town of Vail
Planner: Dominic Mauriello
2. A request for a conditional use permit to allow skier/guest parking on weekends and holidays
in the VVMC Parking Structure, with vehicular access from the South Frontage Road only,
located at Lot E, Vail Village 2nd.
Applicant: Vail Clinic, Inc., represented by Stan Anderson
Planner: Reed Onate
3. A request for a worksession to discuss a conditional use permit to construct four multiple-
family dwelling units and variances from Section 18.28.090 (Building Height), Section
18.28.140 (Landscape Area) and Section 18.28.070 (Setbacks), to allow for commercial and
residential expansion, located at 143 E. Meadow Drive (Crossroads East Building) / Lot P,
Block 5D, Vail Village 1 st.
Applicant: Crossroads Plaza, Trevina L.P., represented by Bill Pierce
Planner: Dominic Mauriello
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4. A request for a conditional use permit, to allow for the construction of a temporary structure
to accommodate a winter sleigh ride operation at Golden Peak Ski Base, located at 458 Vail
Valley Drive/Tract F, Vail Village 5th Filing.
Applicant: Vail Associates, represented by Brian McCartney
Planner: George Ruther
WITHDRAWN
5. Approval of December 8, 1997 minutes.
The applications and information about the proposals are available for public inspection during
regular office hours in the project planner's office located at the Town of Vail Community
Development Department, 75 South Frontage Road.
Sign language interpretation available upon request with 24 hour notification. Please call 479-2114 voice or 479-2356 TDD
for information.
Community Development Department
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helps to build commun' ~ty sp~rit
Helping one another is what made many of our process. I also think its media relations have im- ment to open discussion and acceptance of the
towns viable-whether it was helping a neighbor proved nicely. consensus is emotion disguised as pragmatism.
build a barn or mend a fence. Mind you, the Town of Vail didn't do all this out I acknowledge Avon's experience with fast-track
I like the analogy of inending fences. Vail of the kindness of their hearts; they did it in re- growth. One need only recollect how the Peregrine .
officials have done that over the last seven or eight sponse to stem a migration of businesses, develop- building faltered; how random development and the
years; both within their town and by reaching out to ers and homeowners to other parts of the county, if lack of a cohesive master plan hurt that town; and,
other communities. It was a change for the better not other resort areas. how to this day, the town still has an odor wafting
and a needed change: For a while, Vail's leadership It's a fact of life, but too often we find motivation over it from an ill-conceived sewage treatment plant
displayed a dictatorial flare. only when people no longer stand in line to buy that, nearly two winters later, quite literally still
During that time, whatever it is that we're selling. stinks. (In private industry, the people who sit on the
NOTE some Town of Vail I now sense that Eagle is at a crossroads similar sanitation district's board of directors and its execu-
officials decreed to where Vail was 10 years ago. I sense a self- tive director would have been sent packing by now.)
. whatever they saw fit righteousness, not a consensus, about the direction I know some people locally who would say that
MIKE SPANIOLA for the community; that Eagle should take. I don't expect the offenders they are trying to avoid becoming like Vail, but
Vail's community here in Eagle to admit to that yet because it's too that's the final irony.
development department took pride in building early in the cycle. Eagle has to get hurt like Vail did, Like the daughter who swears she'll never be like
walls of bureaucracy; and the town's public rela- by fleeing businesses, dropping sales tax revenues her mother, the more some people around here take
tions priority was obfuscation not information. and a dwindling population before the purveyors of to swearing they don't want to be like Vail, the
Since those dark days, a new breed of town "we know what's best for everyone" finally see the more they have become just like Vail.
official and council member have established Vail ]ight. (It reminds of the moral behind Ayn Rand's I hope they step back and look at consensus .
Tomorrow and numerous community discussion novel, Atlas Shrugged.) politics, not just the bricks and mortar involved, and
groups to increase the town's responsiveness to We need to prevent wanton growth, of course, but learn from our predecessors about how mending
businesses, homeowners and the design/review I think the current resistance in Eagle town govern- fences can help to build community spirit.
tees have been established in many ar- full public comments. Some areas have Stockman's Land Exchange
eas. These committees, made up ofland- populations of elk that are above the Bob's House of Mustc, and
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December 17, 1997
Town Council
Town of Vail
75 S. Frontage Road
Vail, CO 81657
Dear Town Council Members,
I would like to introduce myself. My name is Ted Cetron and I have been an owner of a
property in Landmark Towers for the past ten years.
I was in Vail a couple of weeks ago and was present for the presentation by Vail
Associates on their intended plan and redevelopment of the gondola building and the
Bluebird Lodge.
' The next moming, I was present for the presentation for the Phase I I I of the town
rezoning of Lion's Head and the thoughts that the town planner has put forth up until this
point.
I would like to make a few comments and give you my impressions. One impression
that is clearly identified at this time is to revisit and most positively make some changes
in the zoning of the Lion's Head area, that are obviously outdated and inappropriate for
1999 and into the future. Mostly, I thought that the proposals so far by the town planners
are pretty much on target.
My first comment, which I feel very strongly about is regarding the ninety foot elevation
that is proposed by Vail Associates. For this plan, there potentially could be a ninety-five
foot wall from one end of Lion's Head from the east to the west end. I feel that this
would really be an intrusion, similar to Beaver Creek for everyone on the north side, from
the Interstate highway to the ski yard or Gore Creek. I think it would be an incredible
obstacle and physical intrusion on the balance of Lion's Head. I do believe that some
compromise or modification from what the Vail Associates is attempting to do and what
is best for Lion's Head should be able to be achieved.
The second comment which I would like to make is regarding the transportation
conversation about running busses right through the middle of Lion's Head, is equally as
offensive. Even with the most elegant presentation, I could not find any reason to justify
such an activity. On a lesser note, the new skier drop off area on the north side of
Landmark and a bus route on a frontage road seem to make a lot of sense.
I commend you folks for the hard task in front of you, but I think we should consider it the
appropriate time to go forth and make decisions and changes. I encourage you to do so.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
7 Sin rely Yours,
Ted Cetron
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TOWN OF VAIL
75 South Frontage Road
Yail, Colorado 81657
970-479-2100
FAX 970-479-2I57
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 19, 1997
Contact: Suzanne Siiverthorn, 479-2115
Community Information Office
TOV HOSTS OPEN HOUSE TO SHARE PROGRESS ON LIONSHEAD
REDEVELOPMENT MASTER PLANNING, DEC. 28 & 29
(Vail)--Status of the Lionshead Redevelopment master plan process will be the focus of an
open house on Sunday, Dec. 28 and on Monday, Dec. 29 to update residents and vacationing
property owners on the projecYs status. The planning was initiated a year ago by the Vail Town
Council and is currently in stage three of a five-stage process. Once complete, the plan wili
address land use, zoning, public spaces, circulation and other critical master planning
components that will serve as a framework for redevelopment of the 154-acre area.
The open house, from 4 to 6 p.m. both days in the Vail Public Library community room, will
showcase policy decisions, concepts, maps, illustrations and other materials that have been
developed by the town's project consultant, Design Workshop, to date. Information on the
project's most recent action--acceptance of 14 master plan framework elements by the Vail
Town Council--also will be highlighted. The 14 concepts include ideas for gateways, corridors
and public gathering pfaces, along with employee housing sites, additional parking and a desire
to connect the east and west ends of Lionshead. The concepts aim to solve existing problems
and proactively achieve important community policy objectives. Next steps in the planning
process will focus on height and density in the context of the 14 framework elements. .
P.epresentatives from the master plan team will be available to answer questions at the open
houses.
Also during the holiday season, Channel 5 Vail Valley Community Television will replay the
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Dec. 16 meeting of the Vail Town Council at which the 14 Lionshead master plan framework
elements were accepted. The three-hour long meeting will air daily for the benefit of all
interested persons who are served by TCI Cablevision. The program schedule is: Dec. 22 at 7
p.m.; Dec. 23 at 8 p.m.; Dec. 24 at 9 p.m.; Dec. 25 at 8 p.m.; Dec. 26 at 8 p.m.; Dec. 27 at 9
p.m.; Dec. 28 at 8 p.m.; Dec. 29 at 7 p.m.; Dec. 30 at 8 p.m.; Dec. 31 at 9 p.m.; Jan. 1 at 8 p.m.;
and Jan. 2 at 8 p.m.
For more information on the Channel 5 broadcasts or the c;ommunity open house, contact
Suzanne Silverthorn in the Town of Vail Community Information Office at 479-2115.
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TOWN OF VAIL
75 South Frontage Road
Yail, Colorado 81657
970-479-2100 MEDIA ADVISORY
FAX 970-479-2157
December 22, 1997
Contact: Suzanne Silverthorn, 479-2115
Community Information Office
TOV, VA CHALLENGE OTHER EMPLOYERS TO JOIN EFFORTS TO
REDUCE HOLIDAY TRAFFIC CONGESTION
The Town of Vaii and Vail Associates are adopting measures to ease traffic congestion again
this holiday season. And they're asking other major employers to fottow their lead. The Town
and VA are offering a variety of employee incentives to reduce the flow of traffic in and out of
Vail between Dec. 27 and Jan. 3. Free bus tickets are being given to employees who have
access to the regional bus system, while workers who live outside scheduled bus routes are
being encouraged to carpool. Also, administrative staffs are being asked to voluntarily adjust
their work schedules to avoid the morning and afternoon rush hours during the eight-day period.
Together, the organizations employ about 3,200 workers in Vail.
The Town of Vail and Vail Associates have been working jointly since 1995 to improve
coordination ard management of peak ski days. The managed growth agreement puts a cap on
the number of skiers at any one time and recommends strategies for improved circulation on the
mountain and within the town.
Some notable improvements have been added this season to continue that work. They
include: construction of the roundabouts at West Vail; completion of the skier drop-off and
children's center parking areas at Golden Peak; installation of variable message signs at the
Main Vail roundabout for skier parking information; improved informational signs for skier drop-
off areas; and creation of valet parking.
Prior to the managed growth agreement and before construction of Vail's first roundabouts,
traffic delays at the Main Vail interchange lasted as long as 45 minutes during peak periods.
HELPFUL HINTS FOR GETTING AROUND VAIL DURING THE HOLIDAYS
• Ride the bus or carpool as much as possible to reduce traffic.
• Be ready to go up the mountain at 8:30 a.m. when the lifts open.
• Eat early or late on the mountain (before 11:30 a.m. or after 2 p.m.)
• All lifts on the front side of Vail Mountain will stay open until 4 p.m. enabling you to ski to
your final Vail destination.
• Avoid driving in Vail between 4 and 6 p.m., especially if it's snowing!
• Tune into local radio or television for traffic and weather information.
• Fo?low the signs to the designated skier drop-off and pick-up locations at Golden Peak or
next to Lion Square Lodge in Lionshead. Please don't use other locations for skier
drop-off.
• Please remember the following for the Golden Peak base area:
? Public parking for Golden Peak is available at the Vail Village Parking
Structure.
? Skier drop-off is available at Golden Peak and for the Children's Center.
? Valet parking is available at Golden Peak.
• Hosting a party at a private residence? Please call the Vail Police Department at
479-2200 with your on-street parking needs.
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COMMUNITY HOST PROGRAM RETURNS TO WELCOME THE WORLD TO VAIL
The Community Host program, created by the TOV-VA Community Task Force, is in action
this holiday season. Hosts are helping guests at the Vail Village and Lionshead base areas.
The volunteers are working from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. and from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. from Dec. 26 to
Jan. 4. For more information, contact the Vail Valley Tourisrn and Convention Bureau at
479-1385.
DRIVING VAIL'S ROUNDABUUTS
With completion of the Main Vail roundabouts in 1995 and the $5.5 million West Vail
roundabouts earlier this fall, Vail has become the envy of other communities still struggling with
traffic problems.
Here's a quick refresher on the rules of the road:
• Slow down upon entry. Speeds of 15 mph or less are adequate.
• Next, yield to your left before you enter the roundabaut. Remember to be prepared to
stop.
• Then, enter the roundabout. Once inside, don't stop. You have the right of way to move
freely throughout the circle. Remember, there are no lanes within the circle. Follow the
car ahead of you bumper-to-bumper, not side-by-side.
• Next, look for your destination sign.
• Use your turn signal, then exit the roundabout toward your destination.
• Miss your exit? Just go around one more time.
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From: Pam Brandmeyer ,
To: EVERYONE GROUP X C•
Subject_ HOLLY UPDATE O • ~ ,
===NOTE====______=====12/22/97==5:44pm= ~As many of you may have heard, the
cancer is currently winninq - with a
confirmation last week that it has
spread to bone (every where they
scanned - pelvis, spine, rib, skull) as
well as the brain.
Once released'from the Vail Valley
Medical Center yesterday, Holly met
w/both of her doctors (the surgeon and
the oncologist) today in Denver. They
started her this afternoon on TAXOTEER
(spelling could be WAY off!), a new
chemotherapy that has been developed
since the last time she did this. She
will be having the chemo once a week
for three weeks (or six weeks?), AS
WELL AS radiation on her brain 5
days/week beginninq tomorrow. This new
chemo is not supposed to cause nausea -
a+, The radiation on the brain could
cause a possible memory loss, and of
course, the hair will be gone in 2
weeks. However, Holly was relieved
w/the options presented to her and will
continue Dr. Nieper's treatment while
pursuing the chemo and radiation.
I'm letting you know all now - because
we may need to put together a driving
calendar, as well as make some other
arrangements to make this happen. I,
for one, will be encouraging her to
rent an apartment in Denver so she
doesn't have to make the trip back and
forth. I'll keep you advised as I
learn more. Thanks for listening.-
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