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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-12-23 Support Documentation Town Council Work Session PUBLIC NOTICE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETINGS ' Tuesdav. December 23 & 30 1997 Work session NO MEETING DUE TO HOLIDAYS AND STH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH. . Sign language interpretation available upon request with 24 hour notification. Please call 479-2332 voice or 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 wwu~ Pamela A. Brandmeyer Assistant Town Manager Sign language interpretation available upon request with 24 hour notification. Please call 479-2332 voice or 479-2356 TDD for information. , ti'L : .~o.a ur . ~~'~p•f +f ~F c-•' ; i i7i1DZL,Se Of ~,,epresentatives IOHN WILES DE['UTY MINORI'CY WHIf' REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRiCT 34 I.F.C1Sl.A1'IVG OT=FiCE RUl{.DING, ROnM h11 , - 2229 COVELI_ CAt7R'f ATI.ANTA, GF.ORCi1A 30334 STANDING KENNFSAW. GEORGIA 30152 (4041654•n3 ia CUMMITTri?$: i (770) 426-4619 (O) (770) 423•2590 (H) JUDICIARY (770) 426-4646 (FAX) MdTOR VE}i1CLCS email: jwiles0mindspring.cam December 15, 1997 UN1VE1tSITY SYS7'FM QF CCFORGIA Via Fncsin ' 970) 479_2452 Vail Colorado Town Council Planning and Environmental Division 75 South Frantage Road Vail, Colorado 81657 Rc: Ueve{upmcnt I'lan 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 C00/Z00 @ SxIIY - S3'IIM 9686 9Z1+ OLL YV3 W9T L6/9T/ZT Town Council Vail Colorado Planning and Environmental Divisian Page 2 December 15, 1997 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 .Very tru yours , ~ J hn J. W les S te Repr entative, District 34 JJW/dkg Dis0411t-Vail.doc C00/C00 e SS'IIM - S3'IIM 9b86 9Zb OLL YV3 S£ :9T L6/5T/ZT 4VAIL 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. 17771V • 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 RECYCLEDPAPER 1 Y 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. (more) ow ~ • RECYCLED PAPER r t w TOV Council Highlights/Add 1 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. (more) TOV Council Highlights/Add 2 --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. (more) , . TOV Council Highlights/Add 3 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 # # # Agenda last revised 12/19/97 DESIGN REVIEW BOARD AGENDA WednesdaY, December 17, 1997 3:00 P.M. ~,c,~•~,'•;:;ti ,rtcf:;:•,'?i:•,:i~~ti?i:•'~:': ...y '['f?.:•:•X{vii}iT:i•~:~;`:;.y._. ~ R :v•. I.w::::: • tiiii}i:tiiriii:};:i:iiii. f.; ~:.:r>:.;~: ~ 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. 1 *VA10 mw,v 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. 2 Agcnda last reviscd Dcccmbcr 18, 1997 (10:58am) 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 r., . 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 TOWNOFYA[~ 1 Agenda last revised December 18, 1997 (10:58am) 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 Published December 19, 1997 in the Vail Trail 2 XC; I. ~ Page s The Eagle Valley Enterprise December 18, 1997 . • . . , . . ; , : . _ . . . . ~ . . ; ~ . , . 3 ~ w s__.~.~,,__..~ _ a. . .r~ : . . . : . , . , N . _ . ~ . . _ . „ro.rc.... ,M. . , . Mending fences ' 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 T ~ 7 _....~...~e o.+..~nmP.. w...i ..~....-....~.....a r~~w~.....ti..e.......-.. 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 11 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 (more) L~ RECYCLEDPAPER Lionshead Holiday Outreach/Add 1 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. # # # \ 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. (more) L~ RECYCLEDPAPER TOV Holiday ManagemenUAdd 1 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. # # # Printed by Pam Brandmeyer 12/23/97 8:25am 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.- Paqe: 1