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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-07-28 Support Documentation Town Council Work Session VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION TUESDAY, JULY 28, 1998 2:00 P.M. AT TOV COUNCIL CHAMBERS AGENDA NOTE: Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine at what time Council wil( consider an item. 11:30 A.M. RED SANDSTONE AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT GROUND BREAKING AT 945 RED SANDSTONE ROAD. 2:00 P.M. WORK SESSION STARTS 1 • Site visit and an appeal of a Design Review Board decision denying the Dominic Mauriello applicant's request for a building separation in order to construct a detached garage with Employee Housing Unit above, at 1694 Matterhorn Circle/Lot 12, Matterhorn Village. (1 hr.) ACTlON REQUESTED OF COUNClL: Uphold, overturn, or overturn with conditions, the Design Review Board's denying the applicant's separation request. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: See memorandum attached. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Community Development Department recommends that the Town Council uphold the Design Review Board's decision to deny the separation request. 2. Northwest Colorado Council of Governments - Quality/Quantity Committee Taylor Hawes Update. (30 mins.) Lane Wyatt 3. Progress on Local Marketing District. (30 mins.) Frank Johnson Ross Boyle 4• PEC Review. (15 mins.) • 5. Multiple-Family Dwelling Units - 250 Ordinance. (30 mins.) Dominic Mauriello This item has been placed on the agenda in order to obtain Town Council's Russell Forrest direction regarding the development of a policy allowing exterior additions to multiple-family dwelling units and structures. Included in your packet is a memo prepared by staff to address process and time frame. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Provide staff with adequate direction on this policy amendment. 6• Village Core Construction Update. (10 mins.) Larry Grafel 7 Infnrmafinn 1 In.Js~+o /'If1 ~ -r__..... Council Reports. (10 mins.) 9• Other. (10 mins.) 10. Executive Session - Personnel Matters. 11. Adjournment - 5:55 p.m. NOTE UPCOMING MEETING START TIMES BELOW: (ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE) I I I I I I I THE NEXT VAIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR WORK SESSION WILL BE ON TUESDAY, $/4/98, BEGINNING AT 2:00 P.M. IN TOV COUNCIL CHAMBERS. THE FOLLOWING VAIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR WORK SESSION WILL BE ON TUESDAY, 8/11/98, BEGINNING AT 2:00 P.M. IN TOV COUNCIL CHAMBERS. - THE NEXT VAIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR EVENING MEETING WILL BE ON TUESDAY, 814198, BEGINNING AT 7:00 P.M. IN TOV COUNCIL CHAMBERS. _ Ilillll Sign language interpretation available upon request with 24 hour notification. Please call 479-2332 voice or 479-2356 TDD for information. C:WGENDA.WS 2 PlIBL1C NOTICE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE (as of 7/24/98) AUGIIST, 199$ 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 wili continue to be held on the first and hird Tuesday evenings of each month, starting at 7:00 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 ve Tuesday afternoon. THE AUGIIST 1998 VAIL TOWN COIINCIL MEETING SCHED ILE IS AS FOLLOWS: Tuesday, August 4, 1998 Work session............ 2:00 P.M. (starting time determined by length of agenda) Evening meeting......... 07:00 P.M. Tuesday, August 1 1, 1998 Work session............ 2:00 P.M. (starting time determined by length of agenda) Tuesday, August 18. 1998 Work session............ 2:00 P.M. (staning time determined by length of agenda) Evening meeting......... 07:00 P.M. Tuesday, August 25, 1998 Work session............ 2:00 P.M. (starting time determined by length of agenda) TOWN OF VAIL / ~ •~~~.d. ~ 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. . COUNCIL FOLLOW-UP TOPIC QUESTIONS FOLLOW-UP SOLUTIONS ~ 1998 5/19198 EAST VAIL LIGHTS LARRY: 2 of the 6 East Vail lights are still out. What is the CDOT has repaired 6 of the 8 lights. Tf7ere is still a break in the service Kevin Foley status? line and will be repaired when CDOT can re-schetlule their crew back here. 6/9198 DANCING BEAR CHECK TODD 0: Since we're almost ready to sign off on the W. Vail Bob Armour roundabout lantlscaping, what are we doing wlthe $1,100+ check we received from the Dancing Bear? Let's see a plaque or a bench or something installed to commemorate this donation. 619/98 BETTY NEAL COMPUTER TRAINING Anne: Please contact Betty to arrange a training session for Betty is on vacation until August 24th. tiVe will schedule a class when she Kevin Foley interested Council members. returns. The class will most likely be he d from 12;30 to 1:30 at CMC. Please contact Anne with any interest in attending this class. 7/7198 PONDEROSA PINES LARRYITODD O./GREG: Since we are finishing up the Bob Armour landscaping at the West Vail roundabouts & since we will be replacing several trees, can we look at a different type of pine that is more inclined to grow at this altitude. 7121198 VAIL PASS CLEAN UP LARRY: Please write thank you to CDOT for responding to Kevin Foley the clean up for the bicycle ride. Also, please ask what the status on completion of the Vail Pass rest area is? It appears to have been under constructian for two summers July 23, 1998, Pagre 1 7121/98 STEPHENS PARK PLAYGROUND TODD 0: What is the time frame on reconstructionl Will begin replacement in September to as closely resemble the original Kevin Foley replacement of the playground equipment? design. 7/21198 ENTRANCE TO VTRC LARRY: Considering the 4-6 lanes of traffic by the entry, is Ludi Kurz there a way to make the entrance more attractivel appealing through landscaping, islands, cfianneling traffic, addressing safety issues, etc.? Can we spruce up our primary entrance to the Village? 7/21l98 VMS LARRY: Although you had talked about another color! Mike Arnett treatment for the VMSs (something other than orange), Mike has provided a drawing showing a rock retainer waillshield, as well. Any way to make this look more attractive? , July 23, 1998, Page 2 Red Sandstone Ground Brea n g What: The Ground Breaking ceremony for the Red Sandstone Affordable Housing development. An information packet, complete with floor plans and elevations has been included in the Council packet. When: Tuesday, July 28, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Where: On-site, at 945 Red Sandstone Drive Why: To recognize the continued dedication of the Town Council to affordable housing and celebrate the beginning of the project. I Updated 7/27 4pm PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION Monday, July 27, 1998 FINAL AGENDA Proiect Orientation / LUNCH - Community Development Department 12:30 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Greg Moffet John Schofield Galen Aasland (2:10p.m.) Diane Golden Ann Bishop Brian Doyon Tom Weber Site Visits : 1:15 p.m. 1. Vail Chapel - 19 Vail Road 2. Cascade Village - 1325 Westhaven Drive Driver: Dominic 0-1 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 Hearina - Town Council Chambers 2:00 p.m. 1. A worksession to discuss a conditional use permit for a proposed addition to the Vail Interfaith Chapel, located at 19 Vail Road/ Tract J, Block 7, Vail Village 1st. Applicant: Vail Interfaith Chapel, represented by Gwathmey/Pratt Architects Planner: Dominic Mauriello WORKSESSION - NO VOTE (final hearing August 24, 1998) 2. A request for a major amendment to SDD #4, to allow for a fractional fee club and a change to the approved Development Plan, located at 1325 Westhaven Dr., Westhaven Condominiums/ Cascade Village Area A. Applicant: Gerald L. Wurhmann, represented by Robby Robinson Planner: George Ruther TABLED (to subsequent meeting, once applicant has resolved issues with stafo. TOWNO*VAIL 1 Updated 7/27 4pm 3. A request for a conditional use permit to operate a bed and breakfast, located at 765 Forest Road/ Lot 8, Block 2, Vail Village 6th. Applicant: Tom & Cindy Jacobson Planner: George Ruther WITHDRAWN 4. Information Update 5. Approval of July 13, 1998 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 479-2356, Telephone for the Hearing Impaired, for information. Community Development Department 2 Updated 7/22 9am PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION Monday, July 27, 1998 AGENDA Project Orientation / LUNCH - Community Development Department 12:30 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Site Visits : 1:15 p.m. 1. Vaif~Chapef - 19 Vail Road 2. Cascade Village - 1325 Westhaven Drive Driver. George 4~ • 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 worksession to discuss a conditional use permit for a proposed addition to the Vail Interfaith Chapel, located at 19 Vail Road/ Tract J, Black 7, Vail Village 1 st. Applicant: Vail Interfaith Chapel, represented by Gwathmey/Pratt Architects Planner: Dominic Mauriello , 2. A request for a major amendment to SDD #4, to allow for a fractional fee club and a change to the approved Development Plan, located at 1325 Westhaven Dr., Westhaven - Condominiums/ Cascade Village Area A. Applicant: Gerald L. Wurhmann, represented by Robby Robinson Planner: George Ruther d 3. A request for a conditional use permit to operate a bed and breakfast, located at 765 Forest Road/ Lot 8, Block 2, Vail Village 6th. Applicant: Tom & Cindy Jacobson Planner: George Ruther WITHDRAWN 4. Information Update TOWNOFYAIL 1 Updated 7/22 9am 5. Approval of July 13, 1998 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 479-2356, Telephone for the Hearing Impaired, for information. Community Development Department Published July 24, 1998 in the Vail Trail. 2 MEMORANDUM TO: Town Councii FROM: Community Development Department DATE: July 28, 1998 SUBJECT: An appeal of a Design Review Board decision denying the applicant's request for a building separation in order to construct a detached garage with Employee Housing . . Unit above, at 1694 Matterhorn Circle/Lot 12, Matterhorn Village. Appellants: Harry Gray Planner: Dominic Mauriello 1. SUBJECT PROPERTY Gray Residence. Located at 1694 Matterhorn Circle/Lot 12, Matterhorn Village. II. STANDING OF APPELLANT The appellant has standing to file an appeal in this case as he is the owner of the subject property. III. BACKGROUND The appellant is proposing to remodel the existing structure located on this lot. The proposal includes providing a detached, 2-car garage with an Employee Housing Unit above. The appellant made application to the Design Review Board for consideration of a separation request as required by the Zoning Regulations. The Design Review Board, on July 1, 1998, unanimously denied the appellanYs request finding that the proposal did not meet the criteria in Section 12-11-5(I), Duplex and Primary/Secondary Development, for a separation request and that there did not exist significant site constraints on the property warranting a separation of structures on-site. Section 12-11-5(I) states: 1. Duplex And Primary/Secondary Development: 1. The purpose of this Section is to ensure that duplex and primary/secondary development be designed in a manner that creates an architecturally integrated structure with unified site development. Dwelling units and garages shall be designed within a single structure, except as set forth in subsection 12 of this Section, with the use of unified architectural and landscape design. A single structure shall have common roofs and building walls that create enclosed space substantially above grade. Unified architectural and landscape design shall include, but not be limited to, the use of compatible building materials, architectural style, scale, roof forms, massing, architectural details, site grading and landscape materials and features. 2. The presence of significant site constraints may permit the physical separation of units and garages on a site. The determination of whether or not a lot has significant site 1 T019N *VAX constraints shall be made by the Design Review Board. "Significant site constraints" shall be defined as natural features of a lot such as stands of mature trees, natural drainages, stream courses and other natural water features, rock outcroppings, wetlands, other natural features, and existing structures that may create practical difficulties in the site planning and development of a lot. Slope may be considered a physical site constraint that allows for the separation of a garage from a unit. tt shall be the applicant's responsibility to request a determination from the Design Review Board as to whether or not a site has significant site constraints before final design work on the project is presented. This determination shall be made at a conceptual review of the proposal based on review of the site, a detailed survey of the lot (to include information as outlined in . subsection 12-11-4C1 a of this Chapter) and a preliminary site plan of the proposed structure(s). 3. The duplex and primary/secondary development may be designed to accommodate the development of dwelling units and garages in more than one structure if the Design Review Board determines that significant site constraints exist on the lot. The use of unified architectural and landscape design as outlined in subsection C1 of this Section shalt be required for the development. In addition, the Design Review Board may require that one or more of the following common design elements such as fences, walls, patios, decks, retaining walls, walkways, landscape elements, or other architectural features be incorporated to create unified site development. Also, note that a site coverage variance will be required for this development even if the DRB decision is overturned. The purpose behind this design standard is to insure that duplexes and primary/secondary residences are integrated into a single structure and not perceived as 2 separate structures. Allowing duplexes to be detached essentially changes the perceived lot sizes in a subdivision to around 7,500 sq. ft. or less. This would change the character of neighborhoods from large structures on large lots to small, independent structures, on much smaller lots. Areas would begin to read as having more density. IV. NATURE OF THE APPEAL The appellant believes there are benefits that can be achieved with the proposal that autweigh the restriction on the separation of dwelling units on a single lot. See appellanYs statements attached. V. REQUIRED ACTION Uphold/Overturn/Modify the Design Review Board's denial of the separation request. The Town Council is required to make findings of fact in accordance with the Town of Vail Municipal Code. The following finding is proposed: The Town Council finds that Design Review Board's decision to deny the proposed separation request was proper and in accordance with the provisions of Title 12, Zoning Regulations and that no significant site constraints exist on this property warranting such a separation. The standards and conditions of Title 12, have not been met. F:\EVERYONE\CAUNCI LVv1EMOS\98\GRAY.728 2 eiv~ed Date Rec V WNOJUL 0 9 1998 1 41L APPEA .S FORM REQUIRED FOR FILING AN APPEAL OF A STAFF, DESIGN REVIEW BOARD OR PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION ACTION A. ACT10N/DECISION BEtIVG APPEALED:_ T:~n r4- rpq c;C'4 4c, c' f;; X6&A 1- -Ap Scc-E-t c~n 1 Z, 11 S Z 1 ~ B. DATE OF ACTION/DEC[S[ON: _ ~ C~ 1 C. NAME OF BOARD OR PERSON RENDERWG THE DECISION/TAKING ACTION:_ DP lpA R~~! (PC.~? D. NAME OF APPELLANT(S): _ 4&-Lt" uv~~ (-~C)[ leP~ om-~ r MAILING ADDRESS: _ K-\Av11Ck t U1 tn, 1~ PHYSICAL ADDRESS IN VAIL: G~.2 ckS MA t ~ k V\c4 PHONE: C)~ - LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF APPELLANT'S PROPERTY IN VAIL: ~rti~r-. Ci«-C-XC- E. SIGNATURE(S): ~ Av~ J / , Page 1 of 2 F. Does this appeal involve a specific pazcel of land? ~Q S If yes, picase provide thc following information: are you an adjacent property owner? Yes no _X If no; give a detailed explanation of how you are an "agpieved or adversely affected person." "Aggrieved or adversely affected person" means any person who will suffer an adverse effect to an interest protected or furthered by this title. The alleged adverse interest may be shared in common with other members of the community at large, but shall exceed in degee thc general interest in community good shared by all persons. #A2 eIWAESS C+ 41ne-- l r-,+. ~~eT4'~ LL\-,a lnarre- G.. d ~recf i~4e!z~` IY1 -E' e- u1 ~ l'"JCrW-er G~,\PC-~ 'c4~C WK'_ tsy- in rp+ ca_._r Re,~.,t ~ P-U ~ C.z\A j4 1 k ~ e s ac'C- UA,-ie ~nd ed -d-p -sl~ec-F --i~&e- pk, ti4cr mr&,\1 C0/4k-\,Je. 4C,:> be~/~e. i l~~ t~~n~-~~-~-s ~e ~a~ °~~Ic, orc~~1;~ ~e_~ ~xrl~~~ v~-~1.~2 _~h=pPI-"4Q CQV1Pr-L. ~X- AeCAS1Te 4 t ~Pv1 ,,,L tA PS xAC- C~ts~.a • 7 p G~ ~s~ ~ i c~'C-r~ c~ ra^~ ~re ~~'hc'~ ~ i'P`.~f V~ C~ Siri-~-~ ~u~~~'_~uw~k~2r 04F- Lb.s- D... V-A~~A rzC' C-lV, `1 C`. Uit?A'6s-P o-.n r 1 1 krG_ D-r<-e> ~ V\ CC~. ~ G. Providc the names and addresscs (both person's mailing address and propcrty's physical address in Vail) of afl owners of properry which are thc subject ofthe appeal and ali adjacent properry owners (inctuding properties separated by a right-of-way, stream, or other intcrvening barricrs). Also provide addressed and stamped envelopes for each propetty owner on the list. H. On separate sheets of paper, specify the precise nature of the appeal. Please cite specific code secrions having relevance to the action being appealed. 1. FEE: $0.00 Page 2 of 2 PARADIGM W%Cl DESIGN ,ulY z,, 1998 Date ReceiVed Town of vail JUL 2 3 Town Council and Planning Staff ~ 75 South Frontage Road Vail, Colorado 81657 RE: Gray Residence and EHU Design Review Board Denial, Lot 12, Matterhorn Village, 1694 Matterhorn Circle Dear Town of Vail Council Members and Planning Staff, We are in the process of improving our primary / secondary lot in Matterhorn Village. We want to improve the property by 1) building a restricted employee housing unit with it s own two car garage; and 2) upgading the existing unit and adding a two car garage. Our design calls for separating the employee housing unit/garage from the primary unit/garage. The Design Review Guidelines Sec. 12-11- 5(I) require that we obtain conceptual approval from the Design Review Board ("DRB") to allow for the separation of the units. On July 1, 1998, the DRB denied our request to separate the two units. We are appealing the DRB decision because we think our project meets the Town of Vail's employee housing goals and design goals. The following points explain why this project should be approved. 1. )ustification for the Separation of the Primary and Restricted Employee Housing Unit. The Design Review Guidelines allow for a separation of units if there are significant site constraints such as mature trees, natural drainages or streams, rock outcroppings, wetlands, existin structures that create a practical difficulty on the site, and slope. To allow for a separation, the applicant must met at least one of the site constraints. We meet three of the significant site constraints. - Mature Trees: If we connect the employee unit/garage to the existing unit, two 25 to 30 foot spruce trees must be removed. Our design saves these large trees. - Existing Structure: We are saving the original primary structure and removing two small shed additions that were added to the residence at a later date. The setback requirements on the lot create a relatively narrow building area. Please note that we are not requesting any setback variances. The location of the existing structure allows for a secondary unit to be added on the east end of the property. This is exactly where we propose to build the employee unit/garage. However, if we attach the employee unit/garage to the existing structure we will impact the two large spruce trees discussed above. - Slope: Slope can justify the separation of a garage from the main unit. By separating the employee unit/garage from the main unit, we have minimized site disturbance and provided a driveway with a slope of 6%. The 6% is well under the Town of Vail's standard of 8%. If the employee unit is attached to the main unit, there will be more retaining walls, removal of the two spruce, and a steeper driveway because the slope is greater in this area. ARCH ITECTU RE SCU LPTU RE I NTE RIORS 835 INCA PARKWAY BOULDER, COLORADO 80303 303499-4252 II. Site Coverage Variance. The project will require a site coverage variance for the employee housing unidand garage. The PEC has approved variances for garages in the past. The variance is for approximately 270 sq. ft. We will try to minimize this variance request as much as is feasible. The employee unit is Iocated above the garage and does not contribute to any additional site coverage. Please note that the site coverage variance would be necessary regardless of whether the employee housing unidgarage was attached or separated from the main unit. At this time, the site coverage variance is not presented to the Town Council for review because the PEC must first act on the request. , III. Explanation of Why the Upgrade Plan Meets the Design Review Guidelines. Our project meets the design guidelines for the following reasons: - Decrease in Mass and Bulk of the Structure: Matterhorn is comprised of moderately sized alpine style residences. By separating the units and creating smaller structure, the project is more compatible with the scale of the neighborhood. If the units and garages are combined, a linear, more massive structure results. This larger structure is not compatible with the surrounding neighborhood. Our design supports the DRB Guideline (p. 454d, A 1, 2) These Guidelines state that 1) structures shall be compatible with existing structures, and their surroundings; 2) existing features should be preserved; and 3) the objective is to fit building to their sites in a way that leaves natural land forms. - Neighborhood Compatibility: The project will be very compatible with the surrounding neighborhood because we are using proper scale, proportions, and materials and colors found in Matterhorn. The design has an alpine character. We are using white stucco, natural wood siding stain , and brown trim. IV. Community Benefits from the Project. The project provides the following benefits to the Vail community: - One Permanently Restricted Employee Housing Unit. The proposed employee unit is 700 sq.ft. and has two bedrooms. It will also have a two car garage. 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The QQ Committee staff provides members with monitoring of legislative activities, water quality information, litigation and advocacy support, activity coordination, cooperative problem-solving assistance, transmountain diversion oversight, and technical assistance to further intergovernmental cooperation and increase political clout with state and federal agencies. HISTORY The QQ Committee was first established in 1978 as a cost savings measure designed to coordinate legal activities regarding transmountain diversions for the headwater counties. In the late 1970s and early 1980s, elected officials from headwater communities found it difficult, if not impossible, to have a voice in state water issues that affected their communities. Today, QQ has worked to turn litigation and challenges which characterized the 1980s into new efforts promoting cooperative problem-solving approaches to water in the 1990s. The QQ Committee also worked to protect water quality through improved land use practices and changes in water policy on the West Slope. Other QQ activities include the following: • QQ staff assisted in the drafting of HB 1041 regulations for member counties and successfully defended the validity of these regulations spanning 10 years. • QQ defended Eagle County's denial of a 1041 permit for the Homestake II diversion proj ect. • QQ participated in Denver's system-wide EIS and the Two Forks permitting process. • QQ represents member jurisdictions in the State's hearings on adopting the Anti- degradation Rule, the State's 401 rulemaking process, and stream classification and standards setting. • NWCCOG and QQ pushed for a regional quality management plan linking water quality and quantity which was later adopted by the Water Quality Control Commission. • QQ initiated and administered the Colorado River Headwaters Forum. 1 • QQ developed state of the art water quality performance standards for land development activities. This project was the result of an outreach conducted by QQ and NWCCOG to identify needs and issues of the headwater communities in the water quality region. • QQ worked with the ski areas to gain their support for the Model Water Quality Protection Standards. • QQ has worked with and continues to work with the towns and counties to incorporate the model water quality regulations into their respective land use codes. • QQ conducted a rate study for all the water and sanitation districts in the QQ region. • NWCCOG and QQ worked with DRCOG to impose a statewide ban on high phosphate laundry detergents. ~ QQ participated in all 1997 Legislative Interim Committee meetings on Water to influence 19981egislation. • QQ has successfully worked to bloclc takings legislation that would impact protection of water resources in the last four years. • QQ successfully bloclced legislative attempts to gut 1041 authority. CURRENT LEGISLATIVE INTERESTS QQ opposes legislation that would hamper a local government's authority to protect water resources within its jurisdiction. QQ actively seeks to protect HB 1041 powers and to ensure that they are not weakened. Water quality protection and watershed management remain strong priorities for QQ's members as these issues are directly tied to their recreation-based economies. CURRENT QQ PROJECTS QQ has several ongoing projects in 1998 that are listed below. • QQ initiated the Upper Colorado River Basin Study and Collaborative Effort with Summit, Grand Counties, the Colorado River Water Conservation District, Middle Park Water Conservancy District, Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District, and Denver Water Department. The Study will examine hydrological conditions in the basin and related growth impacts and try to develop a coordinated approach to solving attendant problems. • QQ will be working with legislators on the Water Resources Development Bill (HB " 98-1288) to ensure that Headwater Counties' concerns are addressed. • QQ and NWCCOG staff will be tracking Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) issues to determine how this emerging issue affects our members. • QQ and NWCCOG staff will assist members comply with Phase II Stormwater regulations. • QQ will be working on a video addressing transbasin diversions and how they impact the West Slope and the headwaters region. The video will be used primarily as an educational tool for West Slope residents and Front Range Legislators. 2 ORGANIZATION QQ's 1998 members, associate members, and participating water and sanitation districts include: Eagle County Aspen Bel(yache Ridge Metro District Grand County Breckenridge Breckenridge Sanitation District Pitkin County Dillon Columbine Lake Water & Sanitation Dist. Summit County Eagle Copper Mtn. Water & Sanitation Dist. Gunnison County* Fraser Eagle River Water & Sanitation Dist. Park County* Frisco East Dillon Water District Colorado River Water Gypsum Fraser Sanitation District Conservation District* Hot Sulphur Springs Frisco Sanitation District Kremmling Granby Sanitation District Vail Grand County Water & Sanitation District Winter Park Kremmling Sanitation Yampa Mid Valley Metro District Moraine Park Water Morrison Creek Water & Sanitation Dist. North Shore Water & Sanitation District Silver Creek Water District Three Lakes Sanitation District Tree Haus Metro District Winter Park Water & Sanitation District * Associate members C:\QQ - General\Fact sheet QQ.doc 3 t , . VAIL VALLEY LOCAI. MARKETING DISTRICT POSITION PAPER Marketing the Vail Vallev as a Slack Season Tourism Destination This is a first draft of a position paper supporting the creation of a Vail Valley Marketing District and the approval of a lodging tax within that District to finance efforts to market the Valley as a tourism destination in slack seasons. Premise Tourism is the principal source of economic activity in the Vail Valley from Vail Pass to Cordillera and Wolcott. Visitor spending generates almost two-thirds of total Valley sales tax revenues in the six non-ski months (May through October) and more than three-quarters of sales tax revenues during the ski season (November through April). Two sectors - retail trade and services - provide 57 percent of the Valley's busi- ness establishments and 75 percent of its jobs. About 70 percent of these retail trade and services jobs are in establishments whose primary customers are visitors. Thus, at least half of all jobs in the Valley are directly dependent on tourists. At least another quarter of all jobs are partly dependent on visitors because they serve workers who serve tourists. The Vail Valley tourism industry is highly seasonal. In spite of strong gains in non-ski months over the past decade, 70 percent of annual sales tax revenues are still collected during the November through April time frame. Further, a majority of ski season revenues are generated during the Christmas period and in March while a majority of non-ski season revenues are generated in July and August. Lodging occupancy rates now exceed 90 percent in winter peak seasons and approach 75 percent in peak summer months. They are still less than 33 percent in May, October and November. This creates serious problems for local business owners and for local workers who want to be permanent residents of the Valley. Businesses have fixed year around expenses (rent, utilities, taxes, core staff salaries) but they must generate the bulk of their revenues in less than half the year. They must hire and train new workers for peak seasons and then lay them off in slack seasons. This hurts the quality of service offered to visitors. It also limits worker ability to qualify for year around housing leases or financing to buy homes. In other words, by reducing the seasonal peaks and troughs in Vail Valley tourism, we would: ¦ Increase the profitability of area businesses, ¦ Increase sales tax revenues for area governments, ¦ Provide stable, year around employment for many more permanent residents of the Valley, and ¦ Offer higher quality service to our visitors. The Tourism Marketplace This industry generates over $3.5 trillion in spending worldwide and employs more than 2 million persons. In the United States, it produces $417 billion in sales and, with 14.3 million jobs, is the nation's second largest employer behind healthcare. Further, it generates a trade surplus of more than $22 billion by at- tracting large numbers of foreign visitors. In spite of these impressive numbers, the federal government has abolished the United States Tourism and Travel Authority, leaving tourism promotion to states and local communities. In Colorado, voters abolished the State Tourism Board in 1992. Although a new authority has been created recently, the State budget for tourism promotion has been cut from more than $11 million to less than $2 million a year. The task of luring visitors to Colorado now rest primarily on the shoulders of local communities. Since the demise of Colorado's statewide tourism sales tax in 1992, the State has slipped from the number one visitor destination in the nation to number seventeen. One national market research firm recently esti- mated that the State is now losing more than 2.7 million visitor nights per year and that our share of the U.S. pleasure travel market has declined by 30 percent in just five years. Mountain communities capture about 36 percent of tourism spending in Colorado. Thus, this region has lost about a million visitor nights annually because of the demise of statewide tourism promotion. Many Mountain and Westem Slope com- munities whose economies are heavily dependent on tourism have suffered serious declines in recent years. 1 ti The Vail Valley Situation In the late Eighties, the Towns of Vail and Avon, the Beaver Creek Resort Company, and Vail Associates jointly supported the creation of the Vail Valley Marketing Board and charged it with promoting tourism in the non-ski months from May through November of each year. This Board, composed of volunteers ap- pointed by these four sponsoring organizations, has directed a marketing program for almost a decade. That program, coupled with the efforts of the Valley's larger hotels, has enabled our Valley to increase visitor spending in the non-ski months at an 11 percent average annual pace in the Nineties. During this same pe- riod, Vail Valley visitor spending in the ski months has grown at less than a 5 percent annual rate and statewide summer tourism has not grown at all. In recent years, the Vail Valley Marketing Board has spent almost $1 million a year to promote tourism in the non-ski months. The funding for this effort has come from a dedicated business license fee in the Town of Vail (35%); annual general fund investments by the Town of Vail (20%), the Town of Avon (11%), and the Town of Mintum (1%); and investments by the Beaver Creek Resort Company (20%) and Vail Resorts (13%). The number of visitors coming here between May and October has grown significantly. Average occupancy in the area's lodging places has increased from less than 33 percent in the mid Eighties to 51 percent in 1997. The gap in occupancy rate between ski and non-ski months has closed from 100 percent (65% vs. 32.5%) in 1985 to 33 percent (68% vs. 51%) in 1997. We have made less progress in closing the spending gap because hotel rates are lower in the summer. Last year, the average daily rate in the Novem- ber to April timeframe was $248, more than twice the $110 average rate in the May to October period. The good news is that we have: ¦ Attracted far more visitors to the Valley in the non-ski months, especially in July and August, ¦ Made some progress in reducing the seasonal nature of our tourism business, and ¦ Captured a much larger share of the State's summer tourism market. The bad news is that: ¦ Ski season visitors still account for 70 percent of our Vail Valley tourism revenues, and ¦ The Colorado share of the total tourism market continues to shrink. Our non-ski season visitors still come from a limited number of geographic markets. More than one in four come from other parts of Colorado (28%). Another 28 percent come from five states - Texas (9%), Califor- nia (6%), Illinois (6%), Florida (4%), and Michigan (3%). Just 5 percent of our summer visitors come from other nations. Thus, we have only begun to reach out to the national and international market for non-ski visitors. We have significant potential to attract more visitors, especially in the shoulder months when lodging occupancy rates are now under 40 percent, and to create a level of demand that will permit the lodging community to realize higher average daily rates. We have been fortunate to have a budget of al- most a million dollars to promote non-ski season tourism while the statewide program has almost disap- peared and most of Colorado's mountain communities have not been able to support summer tourism mar- keting. Even so, our budget is small when compared to many of our national competitors for summer visi- tors. Several cruise lines spend more than $25 miilion each. Hawaii, Florida, South Carolina, Virginia, Illi- nois, New York, and many other state have budgets of more than $20 million a year. Disney makes these budgets look small. Vail Resorts spends more than ten times as much to market Vail Valley resorts in the ski season. Tapping into these larger market opportunities will take more resources than we now have available. The Proposed Solution The Colorado Legislature has passed legislation enabling groups of municipalities to join with unincorpo- rated areas of one or more counties in creating regional marketing districts to promote tourism and other forms of economic development. This legislation authorizes the use of a lodging tax to finance these mar- keting activities. We propose to create such a district in eastern Eagle County. This new district would re- place the Vail Valley Marketing Board. It would have the following characteristics: 2 ¦ Geo~raphic Area - the Towns of Vail, Avon, and Minturn plus unincorporated areas of Eagle County from its eastern boundary at Vail Pass west to and including Cordillera and Wolcott. ¦ Board Composition - a twelve to fifteen person voluntary board appointed by the County Commission- ers and nominated by towns and special districts within this area in proportion to the revenues col- lected therefrom with a minimum of one representative from each town or district. ¦ Mission - promote increased tourism in slack months to produce a more stable market for area busi- _ nesses and employees of firms serving visitors. ¦ Financing Mechanism - a 1.5 percent tax on all revenues from the rental of lodging units within the district that would generate $2 to $2.5 million in revenues for the first program year, thereby doubling the size of the cunent tourism marketing effort. ¦ Operatiniz Policies and Procedures - members of this Authority would be responsible for designing and overseeing the execution of a tourism marketing program for the six non-ski months plus the first and last months of the ski season when lodging occupancy drops below 50 percent - November (29%) and April (46%). The Authority Board would be fiscally responsible to the Eagle County Govemment and programmatically responsible to the organizations nominating persons for the Board. Board members would not be compensated for their service. The Board would have no paid staff. It would contract with other organizations and firms for services needed to plan and execute its programs. All of the funds raised by the lodging tax would be spent on programs designed to bring visitors to the Valley. ¦ Eligible Activities - advertising, public relations, direct mail promotion, Internet marketing, participa- tion in trade shows for group meeting planners, marketing missions, design and preparation of promo- tional materials and literature, support for special events that bring visitors to the Valley, and market research. Talldng Points ¦ Unlike a sales tax, almost all of this lodging tax would be paid by visitors to the Valley, not by local residents. ¦ Only one town (Avon) in the proposed District now imposes a lodging tax on occupants of temporary lodging facilities. A special anangement would be negotiated with Avon so that its lodging tax would not have to be increased by the fu111.5 percent. A portion of the existing tax would be assigned to the Marketing District in exchange for the elimination of existing contributions to marketing and other business association activities. ¦ The proposed lodging tax is supported by the majority of the Valley's lodging owners and managers because the marketing program will increase their occupancy rates. ¦ The proposed lodging tax will not deter potential visitors from coming to the Valley. Even with this new tax, the total sales and lodging tax paid by visitors will be more than 10 percent less than the na- tional average total tax on hotel and other lodging guests. ¦ A strong year-around tourism program would give all permanent residents employed by businesses serving visitors greater job security and more personal income. This would give more of our area resi- dents the capacity to afford decent housing on either a rental or ownership basis. Why Should I Vote To Create This New District and Approve This New Lodging Tax ¦ If I own or manage a business serving tourists, my revenues and profits will increase. ¦ If I own or manage a business serving local residents, my revenues and profits will also increase be- cause workers will have more disposable income to spend. ¦ If I work for a local business establishment, I can expect more job stability and more annual income that will give me the ability to enter into annual housing rental agreements or even to obtain bank fi- nancing for the purchase of a housing unit. ¦ If I earn my living outside the Vail Valley or have retired here, this initiative will improve my year around quality of life in the Valley by enabling restaurants, retail establishments, and other businesses to provide improved year around service. 3 a EXECUTIVE SUMMARY VAIL VALLEY LOCAL MARKETING DISTRICT 1. GOVERNANCE A. Board of Directors appointed. ..must be "marketing professionals" 1. One from each government within district boundaries a. Vail Town Government, Avon Town Government, Eagle County Govermnent (within district boundaries), Min- turn Town Government 2. One from Beaver Creek Resort Company 3. One from Vail Associates 4. One additional appointed by Governmental entities and BCRC based on each $500,000 marketing and promotional tax collected within governmental boundaries. (based on 1997 collections, Vail would appoint 3 additional members ($1,690,582), BCRC would appoint 1 additional member ($630,000). 5. Appointments for two years. ..in start up, la, 2, 3 would be for two years, 4 would be for one year (reappointed after one year for two year term). U. BOUNDARIES A. Roughly same as Eagle Valley Water and Sanitation need to determine "legal definition" of boundaries and eliminate areas with no "income potential". Define "narrowly" to eliminate voters in areas that are unlikely to support the issue where (based on survey results). III. FUNDING MECHANISM A. 1.5 % tax on short term rental accommodations within district boundaries IV. MISSION A. Generate money for the attraction of additional tourism business during the May-October time frame, as well as non-peak Winter Season. (November through mid-December, and April) B. Develop and approve annual marketing plan for presentation to and approval by governmental entities V. ELIGIBLE ACTIVTTIES A. Advertising B. Public relations C. Direct mail promotions D. Internet website development and promorion E. Participation in Trade Shows for group meeting planners . F. Development/Execution of sales missions G. Design and preparation of promotional materials and literature H. Support for Special Events designed to attract visitors to the Valley 1. Market Research to support the above activities . . VI. LIMITATIONS A. Work should be contracted to established agencies. ..shouldn't develop another marketing bureaucracy. B. A minimum of 75 % of income generated must be used on direct marketing programs, not "overhead" for operadons. MEMORANDUM TO: Town Council FROM: Community Development Department DATE: July 28, 1998 RE: Multiple Family Dwelling Units - 250 Ordinance This memo is intended to help frame this discussion of this item and in order to give staff adequate direction as to Town Council's goals in this area. 1. COUNCIL GOALS What are Council's goals for this project? - Create opportunities and incentives consistent with those for single and two-family dwelling units? - Interior conversions - Exterior 250's - Provide incentives to assist in the upgrading and improvement of multiple-family structures? - Insure improvement/ redevelopment of multiple- family structures in a comprehensive (building-wide) manner? - Create a process and regulation that is simple to understand and administer? 2. REVIEW PROCESS FOR CREATING THIS REGULATION How would Council like staff to proceed with this project? - Draft alternatives for Council, DRB, and PEC review? - Return to Council first with alternatives or directly to PEC/DRB? - Is an independent public involvement process necessary or the standard public hearing process? 1 TOWN *VAIL . 3. TIME FRAME The time frame is contingent upon whether a public involvement process is required outside of the hearings with the PEC and Council. A fairly straight forward change to the code similar to the regulation for single-family homes could be done in 4- 5 weeks. A product which looks more comprehensively at the regulation producing alternatives would involve more research and take more time. In addition, Council will need to consider the priority of this policy change when compared to the Common Ground process and Lionshead Master Plan development. 4. PURPOSE AND INTENT OF 250 ORDINANCE Summarv: ? Provide inducement to upgrade older nonconforming homes and property ? Allow homes to be expanded to allow "locals" to remain in Vail ? Was done because many small GRFA variance requests were coming through the Town, and the Council wanted to try to accommodate small additions for local residents Pur ose: The purpose of this Section is to provide an inducement for the upgrading of existing dwelling units which have been in existence within the Town for a period of at least five (5) years by permitting the addition of up to two hundred fifty (250) square feet of gross residential floor area (GRFA) to such dwelling units, provided the criteria set forth in this Section are met. This Section does not assure each single-family or two-family dwelling unit located within the Town an additional two hundred fifty (250) square feet, and proposals for any additions hereunder shall be reviewed closely with respect to site planning, impact on adjacent properties, and applicable Town development standards. The two hundred fifty (250) square feet of additional gross residential floor area may be granted to existing single-family dwellings, existing two-family and existing multi-family dwelling units only once, but may be requested and granted in more than one increment of less than two hundred fifty (250) square feet. Upgrading of an existing dwelling unit under this Section shall include additions thereto or renovations thereof, but a demo/rebuild shall not be included as being eligible for additional gross residential floor area. 5. CURRENT MULTIPLE-FAMILY 250 REGULATION Summarv: ? Allows adding only 250 sq. ft. of GRFA in the interior of a structure on a per unit basis ? Does not allow exterior improvements (no dormers, no deck enclosures, etc.) ? Does not allow pooling of GRFA (i.e., one unit can use 250 from another unit) ? Applications approved by staff or DRB ? Eligible building must be at least 5 years old and constructed prior to Nov. 30, 1995 2 Current Regulation: C. Multi-Family Dwellings: Any dwelling unit in a multi-family structure shall be eligible for additional gross residential floor area (GRFA) not to exceed a maximum of two hundred fifty (250) square feet of GRFA in addition to the existing or allowable GRFA for the site. Any application of such additional GRFA must meet the following criteria: 1. Eligible Time Frame: A multiple-family dwelling unit shall be eligible for additional GRFA, pursuant to this Section, if it is in existence prior to November 30, 1995, or a completed Design Review Board application for the original construction of said unit has been accepted by the Department of Community Development by November 30, 1995. In addition, at least five (5) years must have passed from the date the building was issued a certificate of occupancy (whether temporary or final), or, in the event a certificate of occupancy was not required for use of the building at the time of completion, from the date of original completion and occupancy of the building. 2. Use Of Additional Floor Space: Proposals for the utilization of the additional GRFA under this provision shall comply with all Town zoning requirements and applicable development standards. If a variance is required for a proposal, it shall be approved by the Planning and Environmental Commission pursuant to Chapter 17 of this Title before an application is made in accordance with this Section. The applicant must obtain a building permit within one year of final Planning and Environmental Commission approval or the approval for additional GRFA shall be voided. 3. Parking Area Conversions: Portions of existing enclosed parking areas may be converted to GRFA under this Section if there is no loss of existing enclosed parking spaces in said enclosed parking area. 4. Parking Requirements Observed: Any increase in parking requirements due to any GRFA addition pursuant to this Section shall be met by the applicant. 5. Guideline Compliance; Review: All proposals under this Section shall be reviewed for compliance with the design review guidelines as set forth in Chapter 11 of this Title. Existing properties for which additional GRFA is proposed shall be required to meet minimum Town landscaping standards as set forth in Chapter 11 of this Title. General maintenance and upkeep of existing buildings and sites, including the multi-family dwellings, landscaping or site improvements (i.e., trash facilities, berming to screen surface parking, etc.) shall be reviewed by the staff after the application is made for conformance to said design review guidelines. This review shall take place at the time of the first application for additional GRFA in any multi-family dwelling. This review shall not be required for any subsequent application for a period of five (5) years from the date of the initial application and review, but shall be required for the first application filed after each subsequent five (5) year anniversary date of the initial review. No temporary certificate of occupancy shall be issued for any expansion of GRFA pursuant to this Section until all required improvements to the multi-family dwelling site and building have been completed as required. 3 6. Condominium Association Approval: If the proposed addition of GRFA is for a dwelling unit located in a condominium project, a letter approving such addition from the condominium association shall be required at the time the application is submitted. 7. Deck And Balcony Enclosures: No deck or balcony enclosures, or any exterior additions or alterations to multi-family dwellings with the exception of windows, skylights, or other similar modifications shall be allowed under this Section. 8. Applicability: The provisions of this Section are appficable only to GRFA additions to individual dwelling units. No pooling of GRFA shall be allowed in multi-family dwellings. No application for additional GRFA shall request more than two hundred fifty (250) square feet of gross residential floor area per dwelling unit nor shall any application be made for additional GRFA until such time as all the allowable GRFA has been constructed on the property. 9. Nontransferable To Demo/Rebuild: Any building which has previously been granted additional GRFA pursuant to this Section and is demo/rebuild, shall be rebuilt without the additional GRFA as previously approved. 10. Demo/Rebuild Not Eligible: Any multiple-family structure or dwelling unit which is to be demo/rebuild shall not be eligible for additional GRFA. 6. CURRENT SINGLE/TWO-FAMILY 250 REGULATION Summarv• ? Allows adding 250 sq. ft. of GRFA to the exterior of structures ? Does not allow pooling of GRFA (i.e., one unit can use 250 from another unit) ? Applications approved by the PEC ? Interior conversion ordinance allows unlimited GRFA within existing structure ? Eligible building must be at least 5 years old and constructed prior to Nov. 30, 1995 4 o 1 urrent Requlation: B. Single-Family Dwellings And Two-Family Dweliings: A single-family or two-family dwelling unit shall be eligible for additional gross residential floor area (GRFA) not to exceed a maximum of two hundred fifty (250) square feet of GRFA in addition to the existing or allowable GRFA for the site. Before such additional GRFA can be granted, the single-family or two-family dwelling unit shall meet the following criteria: 1. Eligible Time Frame: A single-family or two-family dwelling unit shall be eligible for additional GRFA, pursuant to this Section, if it is in existence prior to November 30, 1995, or a completed Design Review Board application for the original construction of said unit has been accepted by the Department of Community Development by November 30, 1995. In addition, at least five (5) years must have passed from the date the single-family dwelling or two-family dwelling unit was issued a certificate of occupancy (whether temporary or final) or, in the event a certificate of occupancy was not required for use of the dwelling at the time of completion, from the date of original completion and occupancy of the dwelling. 2. Use Of Additional Floor Space: Proposals for the utilization of the additional gross residential floor area (GRFA) under this provision shall comply with all Town zoning requirements and applicable development standards. If a variance is required for a proposal, it shall be approved by the Planning and Environmental Commission pursuant to Chapter 17 of this Title before an application is made in accordance with this Section. The applicant must obtain a building permit within one year of final Planning and Environmental Commission approval or the approval for additional GRFA shall be voided. 3. Notification: Adjacent property owners and owners of dwelling units on the same lot shall be notified of any application under this Section that involves any external alterations to an existing structure. Notification procedures shall be as outlined in subsection 12-3-6C of this Title. 4. Garage Conversions: If any proposal provides for the conversion of a garage or enclosed parking area to GRFA, such conversion will not be allowed unless: a) either the conversion will not reduce the number of enclosed parking spaces below the number required by this Code; or b) provision is made for creation of such additional enclosed parking spaces as may be required for the new total GRFA under this Code. Plans for a new garage or enclosed parking area, if required, shall accompany the application under this Section, and shall be constructed concurrently with the conversion. 5. Parking: Any increase in parking requirements as set forth in Chapter 10 of this Title due to any GRFA addition pursuant to this Section shall be met by the applicant. 6. Conformity With Guidelines: All proposals under this Section shall be required to conform to the design review guidelines set forth in Chapter 11 of this Title. A single-family or two-family dwelling unit for which an addition is proposed shall be required to meet the minimum Town landscaping standards as set forth in Chapter 11 of this Title. Before any additional GRFA may be permitted in accordance with this Section, the staff shall review the maintenance and upkeep of the existing single-family or two-family dwelling and site, including landscaping, 5 . e to determine whether they comply with the design review guidelines. No temporary certificate of occupancy shall be issued for any expansion of GRFA pursuant to this Section until all required improvements to the site and structure have been completed as required. 7. Applicability: No pooling of gross residential floor area shall be allowed in single-family or two-family dwelling units. No application for additional GRFA shall request more than two hundred fifty (250) square feet of gross residential floor area per single-family dwelling or two-family dwelling, nor shall any application be made for additional GRFA until such time as all the allowable GRFA has been constructed on the property, or an application is presently pending in conjunction with the application for additional GRFA that utilizes all allowable GRFA for the property. 8. One Time Grant; Any single-family or two-family dwelling unit which has previously been granted additional GRFA pursuant to this Section and is demo/rebuild, shall be rebuilt without the additional GRFA as previously approved. 9, Demo/Rebui4d Not Eligib{e: Any single-family or two-family dwetling unit which is to be demo/rebuild shall not be eligible for additional GRFA. F:\EVE RYON E\CO U N CI LUv1EMOS\98WIF250.728 6 r . u ~y TOWN OF VAIL ~ Office of the Town Attorney 75 South Frontage Road vail, Colorado 81657 . 970-479-2107/Fox 970-479-2157 nM MEMORANDUM - TO: Vail Town Council FROM: R. Thomas Moorhead, Town Attorney,. DATE: July 23, 1998 RE: July, 1998 Annual Evaluation For the purpose of your evaluation, I am listing the goals that I believe have been achieved over the past year and identification of goals to be achieved in the coming year. It is my intention that these achievements and future goals correspond to Council's objectives. GOALS ACHIEVED IN LAST CALENDAR YEAR: 1. Settlement/Resolution of Pending or Threatened Liti a~ t~. 1. Bossow, et al. vs. Town of Vail This case has been dismissed. It involved the rockfall berm in Booth Creek. 2. Flannerv vs Byrne and Town of Vail The Eagle County District Court ruled in the Town's favor on the Rule 106 claim which constitutes a review of the Town's certified record. The Court ruled that the actions by Town Council were appropriate and not arbitrary, capricious, or beyond its authority. The Court has dismissed this case in its entirety. 3. Wells and Saltz vs. Lod e Properties Inc and Town of Vail The Eagle County District Court dismissed the majority of this claim on a motion for sumruary judgment and at a trial on the only remaining issue of the applicability of Ordinance No. 4, 1993 ruled in favor of the Town and Lodge Property, Inc. Therefore this matter has been dismissed in the District Courts and no other issue remains pending in that Court at this time. This case was argued before the Court of Appeals on June 20, 1998, and we await the Court of Appeal's ruling. The Town has been represented by the Town Attorney in this matter. There is little likelihood of any monetary damages being ordered in this case. L~ RECYCLEDPAPER i 4. Garv L. Murrain v. Town of Vail This litigation was brought against the Town by a terminated employee. The employee was terminated for insubordination for failing to accept a change in his job duties which change was consistent with the department reorganization in Community Development. The matter was tried to a jury in the Eagle Cou'aty District Court. The jury ruled in favor of the Town of Vail and the claim was dismissed. The plaintiff has filed a motion with the Court for reconsideration, notwithstanding the jury's verdict.* , 5. Steven Rodriguez v. Town of Vail This litigation was brought against the Town by a terminated employee. The employee was terminated for inappropriate conduct or behavior with a passenger on the Town of Vail bus that he was driving. This matter was tried to a jury in the Eagle County District Court. The jury ruled in favor of the Town of Vail and the claim has been dismissed.* II. Pending Liti ation 1. Bell and Cunningham vs. Town of Vail This matter did not proceed to trial as scheduled in July, 1995. It was continued due to scheduling conflicts. There has been no activity on this matter since that time. This claim is fully covered by the Town's public liability insurance policy and is being defended by insurance counsel. There is no likelihood of any liability for the Town in excess of its insurance coverage. * III. Major Legislation Considered bv Council. 1. Parking requirements for Village core area and snow emergency. 2. Commercial ski storage. 3. Amendment of Gross Residential Floor Area provision and interior conversions. 4. Adoption of SDD #35: Austria Haus. 5. Amendment of Code provisions regarding compliance with Design Review Guidelines for exterior alterations of less than 500 sq. ft. * On pending matters being defended by counsel for the insurance carrier, the Town Attorney functions as a liaison between that attorney and the Town Staff offering assistance in providing documentation, arranging meetings, attending depositions and providing information and guidance to Town Staff. e IV. Operational Issues For Town of Vail. 1. Coordinated efforts for the Town of Vail with adjoining property owners to West Vail Roundabouts to obtain necessary easement agreements to allow for development of the roundabouts. 2. Coordinating efforts with Public Works for the Town of Vail and property owners to obtain necessary easements for road projects on Sunburst, Seibert Circle and Slifer Plaza. 3. Assisted in closing on the exchange of land pursuant to the Land Ownership Adjustment Agreement with the United States Forest Service and further continue negotiations with adjacent property owners for sale of land acquired through the LOAA on Ptarmigan and Rockledge Roads. 4. Successfully completed recodification of the Town of Vail Municipal Code. 5. Continues to negotiate on behalf of the Town of Vail with TCI concerning build-out of infrastructure and other service related items. 6. Provide opinion as necessary on items concerning the Common Ground process. 7. Assist Town Manager and Department Heads on issues requiring legal opinion and advice of Town Attorney. V. Miscellaneous. 1. Participated in Pension Board. 2. Regularly attended Eagle County Recreation Authority meetings to provide legal assistance as requested by ECRA and to advise Town Council of status of ECRA proceedings. VI. Professional Improvement Through Participation in the Following Seminars/Continuing Le al Education. 1. CML Annual Attorney's Seminar. 2. CML Annual Conference - Attorney's Section. 3. International Municipal Legal Attorney's Annual Meeting. 4. Land Use Institute Seminar. . , VII. Advise Town Council Committees IncludinLa PEC DRB and Local Licensina Authoritv As Requested. This involves responses on a regular basis to issues raised by building applications, liquor license applications and violations. GOALS FOR THE FUTURE: 1. Coordinate and Monitor Transfer of Real Prol2erty. This involves the transfer of the real property pursuant to the LOAA and ultimate transfer to private property owners in the area of Rockledge Road and Ptarmigan Road. We anticipate exchange of property in September. Paul Heffron has been engaged to provide service of negotiation with individual property owners. " II. Common Ground. 1. Coordinate acquisition or rezoning of HUD Worth and Timber Ridge sites. 2. Legal research and drafting necessary regarding dedication of permanent Housing Fund. 3. Assist in drafting Employee Generation ordinance. 4. Defend lawsuits filed by adjacent property owners to designated sites. III. Assist as Necessarv to Provide Legal Advice on Loading and Delivery. Lionshead Master Planning Process and Possible Development of Exchange Parcel. These projects remain ongoing and it is anticipated that they will require extensive attention from the Town Attorney on various issues. SUMMARY: I appreciate the opportunity to share with you those issues, goals and strategies that I believe Council has directed and respond to your Vision for the Town of Vail. RTM/aw , fUnoorhead.evl L' ~ _ L. ~ ` _ ( ' . ~ C ~ ~c , JUL-23-1998 14:58 UAIL RECREATION DISTRICT P.01 post41' FSx Note 7671 0„of,,. To F?OT Co/OevL - .1 Co. ~r 1 . . • . • V ~J Y~~~ - Pl10f1B ~ . . , • . . . . . ~ . • _ . . . . . . . lvli7l ~U iES fax . " REGUI..AR MEETINC'i . . . VAIL PARK AN17 RECREATfON DISTRICT ci/b/a VAII., RECREt1TION DISTRICT ~ B4ARD OF DIRECI'ORS 9.00 A.M. Tuesday, May 12, 1998 Krueger Room, Go1f ClubhouK Seasons at the C'~reen Rmtaurant 1778 Vail Valley Drive Called to Oc+der at 9-03 am. N(EEMBERS PRESENf Ross Davis, Batt Cuomo, Steve Simonett, Nancy Stevens, and Chris Moffet_ OTHER5 PRESENT Piet Pieters, Bob Trautz, Sharon Geankoplis, Tm Heber, Susanne Chardoul, Pwl Hoverster, and Rhonda Fbckman_ ~ OATH OF OFFICE FOR NEW MEMBERS Chris Moffet, Nancy Stevens, and Ross Davis took the oath of office as new(y elected Board members_ SII.ECTION OF OFFICIIZS, Bart nominated Ross as the Chairperson. Nancy seconded. Passed unanimously. 4Zoss nominated Chris to be the V'ice-Chair. Bart seconded. Passed unanimously_ Steve nominated Nancy as the Secretarytl'reasurer. Sart seconded. Passed unarlim4uSIy. SELECTION OF TOV SU11-COhr1MITTEE Piek mentioned the two-person Sub Committee in the past has bcen the Chaitpecson and the Vice-Chair. Steve made a motion to cantinue this arrangement. Bart seconded. passed unanimvusly_ PUBLIC INPUT ON TTF.MS NOT ON AGEIVDA Kevin Foley is out of town but gave Piet a lettec congratulatino Chris, Nancy, r--and Ross on their election, and eacpressed his thanks to Kirk for his communiry involvement. He also gave the D'+rectors an invitation to have brenkfast with the Vail Council members at the end of this month. JUL-23-1998 14:58 VAIL RECREATION DISTRICT P.02 BOARD ATTENDANCE REQUiFtII1i1ENTS Ross went over the memv from the attorney cuncerning the statutory attendance requirements. He wanted to re-establish a poticy where automatic excused absences were not the norm, and to havc members be notif'ied if anyone will not be able to attend uiy scheduled meeting_ BOARD RETREAT After determining tlie scheduted retreat to Battlement Mesa cautd noi fit intu everyone's calendar, it was agreed to turn the next work session into an all day meetina to acquaint the new Board members with each department. A retreat wi11 be rescheduled in the fall. GOLF COURSE LTPDATE 125 season passes have been sold accordino to Sharon, with half being punch cards, and half passes. The stone sign is beina delivened tomorraw. When it is installed, all the wooden sips will corne down. The locker rooms will be tinished June e, and sales are going weli. Ernie explained that the maintenance ofthe course is ahead ofschedule and full season rates will be starting on May 23`d_ TENMS COURTS, FpRD PARK UPDATE Mke thought the tennis courts at Ford Park should be ready for play this Friday. He told of several clubs/groups reservina specific days to use the clay ^ cotuts. The numbers are down for softball, which might be a trersd as people move down valley, however the numbers fve yauth programs are increasing. They are going to the Youth Foundation for a$ZO,D00 grant to help with funding. DOBSON UPDA"I'E Trn went aver the proposed locker room remadei, which was tabled unril after the new Board members were elected. in order to meet the compietion date of September, Chris motioned to authorize the project in fuU_ Nancy seconded. Passed unanimausly. Phil Hoveraten added a public comment that whatever could be done ta include a second ice surface would be wonderful. The new Board members thought a concept of how a seccmd sheet could fit irto the East end Qf the parking Iat might be helpful to the ta.sk force as well as more publicity on the revenue of a second sheet. It was agreed to Jct plans into the TUV as svon as possible. BOARD MEMBER IlVPUT Steve thought VRD neecied to consolidate retail sales in each department arid cross sell inventory throuahvut the disvict. Perhaps create a new department to handle saies. He aiso thought VRD shouid take steps to acc}uire the fogo from the gotf club and create one for Dobson if they don't already have one. Piet mentioned to the board tlhat the boot logo belonged to Satch and was sold to Drew. Suz brought up the point that in the past, all the dcpartmerits i^ have been under the umbrelia of the VRD logo so the public could recogni7E the Nature Center per se as being run by VRD, not a separate entity like the Alpine Gardens. She also explained in the past, VRD has not wanted to compete with private businesses that are ultimatety paying intu uur tax base. JUL-23-1998 14:59 VAIL RECREATION DISTRICT p,03 AD3pURNMENT Steve motioned to adjoum. Nancy secanded. P•a.ssed unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 10:08. C~.. Nancy Stevens, Se etary R.honda Hickman, Admin. Assistant ~ ~ R/~bod 3-t 2min JUL-23-1998 14:59 VAIL RECREATION DISTRICT P.04 MINLTM WORK SESSION VAIL PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT d/b/a VAIL RECREATION DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS 9:00 A.M. Tuesday, June 23, 1998 Krueger Room, Golf Clubhouse, Seasons at the Green Restaurant 1778 Vail Valley Drive Called to Order at 9:02 a.m. MEMBERS PRESENT Ross Davis, Bart Cuomo, Steve Simonett, and Nancy Stevens. MEMBERS ABSENT It was noted Chris Mofett was absent- OTHERS PRESEN'T' Piet Pieters, Bob Trautz, Sharon Geankoplis, Diane Johnson, Mike Ortiz, Jim Sanders, Jim Heber, Susanne Chardoul, Ottis O'Dell, Lorraine Skolasinsld, and Rhonda Hickman. PUBLIC INPUT ON ITEMS NOT ON AGENDA Tim Sharkie, Special Agent with the FBI addressed the Board members regarding the revoking of golf privileges for the 20 or so families assigned to the President Ford detail. Ross explained the Tabor Amendment and how it restricts what benefits are offered and the need for equal return on benefits. What the Board is able to do is to extend the pimch cards and youth passes. The Board directed staff to work towards a trade out with agents speaking at Camp Vail and other programs and after this year requiring agents to live with in the VRD's boundaries in order to receive this benefit. DOBSON EXPANSION Ottis O'Dell updated the Board on the progress of the verification phase of the expansion of the East end of Dobson. He should have preliminary sketches at the July meeting with construction starting in the fall. DOBSON FINANCING The options for the expansion is to have a mill levy increase and have an election in November, or to have an interim revenue bond and wait until n the 2000 election to increase the mill levy. Whichever option is taken, knowing the actual cost per $100,000 of property value is critical before attempting to go to a vote. . , JUL-23-1998 15:00 VAIL RECREATION DISTRICT p,05 CADDIE pROGRAM Fiet received gttidelines from the attorney for staffing. The goif club staff would like to have training start in 2 to 3 weeks and begin the program wiih ihe men's and ladies' clubs before attempti.ng to caddie for the public. To mairnain consistency, Sharon will be worl:ing witfi the parents to set up a work schcdule. VRD RETAIL After consulting with the staff, Piet reported the way things are now is working well, and there is no need to hire anyone to fill the position of retail manager. The boot logo Satch set up has been transferred to Drew. VRD needs a letter of consent for use of the lago, howevez Steve feels VRD needs to own it and give permission to the golf pro for trse. The Baard directed Piet to get a letter of consent from Drew regarding the usage of the Boot Logo for VRD activities. DEPARTMENT UPDATE 1im Sanders - Parl+s: The down-valley commitment, i.e_ little league, will be over sooa with taurnaments and soccer use on the rise. The playing fields are in good shape considering they get used almost every day of the wwECek. . Sharon - Golf Club: Several members retuming for the summer have come in to complimern the changes to the loeker rooms and other upgrades. There have been two requests for handicap golf carts. However, the people requesring the access are not Vail residents. The Board directed staff to ]ook into purchasing a ANA cart. Mike - Sports: Lacrosse play starts June 2$~' through July 5th. The Town Council calIed with concerns with people involved in the toumament. 11r1ike explained he couldn't and wouldn't kick out the entire team if one persan on that team creates problems. Jim Iieber - Dobson: Soils test were stopped because a speciai pennit is needed. It was rescheduied for next week. Suminer Skating Schaol is goiag govd and it made budget for the first time. Diane 3ohnson - Yoath Services: There have been 4 children with speciai needs attend Camp Vail_ However, they have been accompanied with their own attendant. The skate park is up and daing we11. She has seen kids in L'zonshead that haven't been in Vail for months. AD30URNMENT Bart motioned io adjoum_ Nancy seconded. Passed unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 11: 15. Nancy Stevens, ecretary Rhonda Hickman, Admin. Assistant n~tf R/98bodl6-23min TOTAL P.05 • u ~t TOWN OF VAIL ~ Office of the Town Manager 75 South Frontage Road vail, Colorado 81657 . 970-479-21051 Fax 970-479-2157 . July 22, 1998 TM Mr. Ed Rapp • MS Building Colorado School of Mines Golden, CO 80401 ° Dear Mr. Rapp: The Town of Vail would very much like to participate as a client in your EPICS program. As you are aware, one of the critical issues we are confronting is the congestion on I-70 that occurs on weekdays, weekends and holidays. The concept of rapid transit in the I-70 corridor has been discussed with the Vail Town Council. The Council, as stated, is interested in supporting the concept and has done nominally to this date. However, we would like the EPICS program to assist us in the further development of issues. Specifically, the Town of Vail desires to know how a rapid transit system might best assist in moving traffic along the I-70 corridor from East Vail to Dowd Junction. Some considerations would be: Available technology Grade Drainage Existing historical conditions Property rights Hazards , CDOT planning status Social and economic impacts Civil and environmental issues The Town of Vail would appreciate recommendations as to where, when and how we as a town could have the best impact in the rapid transit system decision making process. We look forward to working with the EPICS program on this timely topic. Larry Grafel, Public Works Directar and Greg Hall, Town Engineer, will be your primary contact individuals. Both of these gentlemen can be reached at (970) 479-2158. Respectfully, Altl"~r ~ Yaut Robert W. M Town Manager RWM/aw xc: Vail Town Council < ~ ~ RECYCLEDPAPER 's • - K C~....1. J Cj Date: a Town Council Bob Armour Michael Arnett Kevin Foley Rob Ford, Mayor . Michael Jewett Ludwig Kurz Sybil Navas Town of Vail 75 South Frontage Road Vail, Colorado 81657 Dear Council Members: As property owners in the Town of Vail, we are in strong support of the Town's efforts in connection with the Vail Tomorrow initiative with the goal of enhancing the overall quality of our town and promoting Vail's desired image of a world class community. In the spirit of supporting the Town's goals, we commend and support the Council's recognition of the need to regulate the parking of recreational vehicles (RV's) within the Town limits. We believe RV's, when parked for long periods or permanently, detract from the image of the Town and negatively affect property values and enjoyment of our mountain environment. . We support a new regulation which would limit the parking/storage of RV's of more than 20 feet in length. We believe these large vehicles should be allowed to park within the Town of Vail, for example, for no more than three (3) consecutive days in any 30-day ep riod. The 20-foot limit should include not only the RV itself but also any towing or towed vehicle. We believe a flexible regulation such as this would be a reasonable accommodation for RV owners. We appreciate the Town Council's consideration of this matter and the importance that a favorable action on the part of the Town Council will have on the future of our Town. Sincerely, X-Z Nam e Signatur~~-~-~- ~ Address ~ (n 5'~ ("0 Date: ii Town Council ~ Bob Armour ~ Michael Arnett Kevin Foley Rob Ford, Mayor Michael 7ewett Ludwig Kurz " - Sybil Navas Town of Vail 75 South Frontage Road Vail, Colorado 81657 Dear Council Members: As property owners in the Town of Vail, we are in strong support of the Town's efforts in connection with the Vail Tomorrow initiative with the goal of enhancing the overall quality of our town and promoting Vail's desired image of a world class community. In the spirit of supporting the Town's goals, we commend and support the Council's recognition of the need to regulate the parking of recreational vehicles (RV's) within the Town limits. We believe RV's, when parked for long periods or permanently, detract from the image of the Town and negatively affect property values and enjoyment of our mountain environment. We support a new regulation which would limit the parking/storage of RV's of more than 20 feet in length. We believe these large vehicles should be allowed to park within the Town of Vail, for example, for no more than three (3) consecutive davs in anv 30-dav ep riod. The 20-foot limit should include not only the RV itself but also any towing or towed vehicle. We believe a flexible regulation such as this would be a reasonable accommodation for RV owners. We appreciate the Town Council's consideration of this matter and the importance that a favorable action on the part of the Town Council will have on the future of our Town. Sincerely, , - - ( Name ' 1>c,4zC, i W':- n:_ ;7 ; Signature ~-:21Z Address J~-- ~ ~y TOWN OF VAIL ~ 75 South Frontage Road . ~ Vail, Colorado 81657 970-479-2100 . FAX 970-479-2157 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TM , July 15, 1998 . Contact: Christine Anderson, 479-2119 _ Town of Vail Finance and Budget Manger , TOV ANNOUNCES APPLICATION SCHEDULE FOR bGEN1CIES SEEKiNG GRANTS DURING 1999 BUDGET PROCESS (Vail)--Non-profit organizations and agencies interestEd in applying for project funding from the Town of Vail's 1999 budgQt are asked to contact the town's Finance Department to request an application packet. Proposals must produce a positive economic benefit for the town or address Vail's environmentally sensitive high quality of life. Requests for application packets are due by 5 p.m. July 31, This step is required for all applicants, including those making new submissions and agencies who have applied for funding previously from the town. Those who fail to request an application by the July 31 deadline will become ineligible for funding. To request an application, agencies are asked to provide a mailing address, telephone number and contact person for the project. Requests to the town may be made by mail; Telephone, 479-2122; or fax, 479-2248. The mailing address is: Finance Department, Town of Vail, 75 S. Frontage Rd., Vail, 81657. Once the request for applications period has closed, the town will send packets to the requesting agencies no later than Aug. 7 outlining the town's review policies and criteria. The grant submissions will be due by 5 p.m. Aug. 31. All agency requests for cash contributions, in-kind services and parking pass donations for 1999 will be considered during this pro-cess. Final action on the requests will take place with adoption of the 1999-2000 biennial budget on Dec. 1, 1998. In the past, the Vail Town Councii has awarded approximately $125,000 to fund programs that address two of Vail's critical strategies: a positive, sustaired economic climate; and an environmentally sensitive high quality of life. For more information, contact Christine Anderson, Town of Vail finance and budget manager, at 479-2119. # # # RECYCLED PAPER n c ; T-C. ~ . COLORADO IMF, NATURAL REsOURCE NEws MINERALS 8c GEOLOGY. . .OIL 8c GAS. . .STATE PARKS. . .TRt1ST LANDS. . .WATER. . .WILDLIFE 7/98 DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES Executive Director Wade Buchanan: DNR a great agency with many chalienges It is both a great privilege and a tremendous challenge to The unprecedented growth that the Front Range and many serve as the new executive director of the Department of other parts of the state have experienced in recent years is plac- Natural Resources. I am pleased to have this opportunity to ing strains on our natural resources. I am particularly interested introduce myself and to discuss my initial impressions after just in ensuring that this department and its various divisions three weeks on the job. respond in a purposeful and proactive manner. This includes First, a little about me. I'm a third-generation Coloradan, wise stewardship of our land, water and wildlife to protect our and I've enjoyed big-game hunting, bird hunting and fly-fishing unique quality of life for generations to come. since my youth. I grew up in Boulder and went to college in Great Outdoors Colorado's cunent strategic p(anning Colorado Springs. process, the State Land Board's Stewardship Trust and the I joined Gov. Roy Romer's administration in 1987. As a soon-to-be-published metropolitan water study are just some of policy analyst, lobbyist and speechwriter - and later as the the many opportunities we have to ensure we all work together Governor's policy director - I had the opportunity to work on to efficiently manage our limited land and water resources. a variety of natural resource and environmental issues. The DNR's education and youth programs make up anoth- In 1993, I became director of the Colorado Office of er essential component of the agency's long-term responsibility Ener;y Conservation, which is responsible for a variety of ener- to our natural resources and the industries that depend on them. gy efficiency, renewable This department also will eneroy and waste reduction ..we face tremendous challenges in developing and continue to work to ensure programs in the state. Since protecting our resources, and in preserving the natural Colorado's interescs are 1993, I also have chaired the wonder of this state. ...This deparnnent also will continue understood and protected at Regional Air Quality the national level. to work to ensure Colorado's interests are understood and Council, which is the lead For example, we will air-quality planning agency Protected at the national level. " work as cooperatively as we for the Denver metro area can with the U.S. Fish and Throughout the past 11 years, I have worked closely with Wildlife Service to respond to the audit of federal aid for the Department of Natural Resources on many occasions. I wildlife programs in a way that makes sense for Colorado. We know first-hand the quality and dedication of the department's will strive to ensure that our mineral and energy industries staff. remain viable in the competitive world marketplace. Protection I am particulazly pleased to have the chance to work with of Colorado's rights under interstate river compacts will remain Ron Cattany, the deputy director, and with a host of highly a priority. And we will continue to work with the Southem Ute qualified and dedicated professionals in the Executive and Ute Mountain LXte tribes, as well as non-Indian water users, Director's Office and in the divisions that make up the DNR. to get the federal government to honor its commitments to the I have three overwhelming impressions after three weeks at Animas-La Plata project. the DNR. These are but a few of the issues that have come to my First, this has got to be the best department and the best job attention in my first few weeks at the DNR. In whatever time I in state government. To work on wildlife, parks, water, land, have in this job, I look forward to working with many of you to oil, gas and minerals issues in a state so blessed with natural help resolve these and many other challenges we face in the resources as Colorado is a tremendous privilege - and just future. plain fun. And - though I suspect it goes without saying - I hope Second, people like former DNR executive directors Chips you won't be shy about contacting my ofFce with your con- Bury, Ken Salazar and Jim Lochhead are tough acts to follow. cerns and criticisms. I take very seriously my obligation to the And third, we face tremendous challenges in developing people of this state to run this depactment efficiently, efFective- and protecting our resources, and in preserving the natural won- ly, and openly, and I hope you won't hesitate to let us Irnow ders of this state. how we are doing. y DNR MEETINGS ETC. AUGUST 17-18 Oil and Gas Conservation Commission 23-24 Mined Land Reclamation Board meet- hearing ing (Division of Minerals and Geology) 1-2 Educators' Workshop: Boulder, Foothiils Nature Center- Project WILD 17 State Land Board workshop, Steamboat II, "People in the Westem Landscape; Springs OCTOBER How Do We Fit?" $25. Information: 17 State Land Board Stewardship Trust 6 Board of Examiners of Water Well Patt Dorsey, 303/291-7545. Public Comment hearing, Steamboat Construction and Installation 3 State Land Board Stewardship Trust Springs Contractors meeting (Division of Water Public Comment hearing, Akron 18 State Land Board meeting, Steamboat Resources) 4 Board o( Examiners of Water Well Springs 8-10 1998 Colorado Trails Symposium, bi- Construction and Installation 21 Ground Water Commission meeting annual statewide trails conference Contractors meeting (Division of Water (Division of Water Resources) sponsored by Colorado State Parks. Resources) Information: 303/866-3203, ext. 335 or 21-22 Colorado Geological Survey Advisory email <MacTraii@aol.com>. 6-7 Wildlife Commission workshop, Trinidad Committee meeting 15-16 Wildlife Commission workshop, 6-7 Educators' Workshop: Buena Vista, 4 26-27 Mined Land Reclamation Board meet- Glenwood Springs Corners Expeditions - Projecis WILD ing (Division of Minerals and Geology) II/WET. Two-da raft tri lorinri 19 State land Board workshop, Pueblo Y P exP 9 Par- 28 State Soil Conservation Board meeting ian ecology and natural history of 19 State Land Board Stewardship Trust Arkansas River. $160. Information: SEPTEMBER Public Comment hearing, Pueblo Randy Hancock, 719/395-2880. 19-20 Oil and Gas Conservation Commission 6-7 Educators' Workshop: Lakewood, Bear 7 Labor Day Holiday - state offices hearing Creek Lake Park - Projects leaming closed 20 State Land Board meeting, Puebfo Tree/WILD/WET. Jeffco education stan- 11 Natural Areas Council meeting dards and outdoor lab preparation. (Colorado State Parks) 21•22 Mined Land Reclamation Board meet- $20. Information: Jody Morse, ing (Division of Minerals and Geology) 17-18 Wildlife Commission meeting, Alamosa 303/697-6157. 23 Board of Coal Mine Examiners meeting 18 State Parks Board meeting, Estes Park (Division of Minerals and Geology) 14 Colorado Groundwater Commission meeting, Silvercreek (Division of Water 21 State Land Board workshop, Fort Resources) Collins 15 Educators' Workshop: Denver, Botanic 21 State Land Board Stewardship Trust • All activities listed on this calendar take place Gardens - Basic Project Leaming Pubiic Comment hearing, FoR Collins in Denver unless othenvise noted. For infor- Tree, "Investigating Environmental 21-22 Colorado Water Conseroation Board mation on events, caA the numberlisted or Issues/Grades 6-12." $20. information: meeting, La Junta appropnate DNR division. (See phone num- Shawna Crocker, 303/871-2515. 21_22 Oil and Gas Conservation Commission bers below.) 15-16 Educators' Workshop: Monument, hearing For information aboui Great Outdoors Lewis Palmer High Schooi - Project 22 State Land Board meeting, Fort Collins Colorado, cal! 3031863-7522. Learning Tree, "Fre Ecology & Fre Box U dated listin s are also on the DNR web Certification." $45. information: 22 State Land Board Stewardship Trust P 9 Patricia St. Germaine, 719/536-0872. Public Comment Hearing, Denver page at <www.dnr.state.co.us>. COLORADO DEPARTMENT Of NATURAL RESOURCES Executive Director. Wade Buchcnan ? Depuly Director: Ronald W. Cattany 1313 Sherman St., Rm. 718 ? Denver, CO 80203 ? Telephone: 303/866-3311 ? FAX: 303/866-2115 Web site: <www.dnr.state.co.us> ? E-mail: <dnr.edo@state.co.us> Division of Minerals & Geology Colorado State Parks Colorado Division of wldlife Mike Long, Director Laurie Mcrthews, Director John Mumma, Director 303/866-3567 303/866-3437 303/297-1192 Cotorado Geological Survey Colorado Water Conservaflon Board State Land Board Vicki Cowart, State Geologist Peter Evans, Acting Director Charles Bedford, Director 303/866-2611 303/866-3441 303/866-3454 Oil & Gas Conservation Commission Division of Minerals & Geology Nalural Resource News is Rich Griebling, Director Mike Long, Director published monthly by the DNR 303/894-2100 303/866-3567 Oifice o( Communicafions Colorado Soil Conservation Board Division of Water Resources Director: Kathy Kanda Max Veaani, Director Hal Simpson, State Engineer Editor/Distribution: Trina Ortega 303/866-3351 303/866-3581 303/866-3311 2 , DEPARTMENT INITIATIVES 1998 youth conservation corps program begins. In Roman, who has been involved with YNR since 1996 when he June, more than 100 high school students throughout Colorado was a crew member at Pueblo Lake State Park. "Some of them began building trails, tracking wildlife, mapping abandoned are so shy, but they want to know so much. They become moti- mines, teaching fishing clinics and participating in many other vated and discover they have the potential to succeed at a job." projects to improve the state's natural resources through the Roman, now a junior at the University of Southern Youth in Natural Resources (YNR) conservation corps program. Colorado, added, "When I think of the YNR program, I think of Sponsored by DNR with support from a variety of private hope - hope for the wildlife in Colorado, hope for our valu- and public sector partners, YNR encourages high school stu- able natural resources, hope through well-educated leaders, dents to pursue careers in natural resources by fostering an hope through applied hands-on education, and most important- interest in and sense of stewardship toward the state's natural ly, hope for the future of our youth." resources through environmental education activities and work- In addidon to DNR agencies, who provide work sites and ing full-time at natural resource work sites. other support for the program, 1998 1'NR partners include the During the nine-week program, which was launched in Berger Foundation, Arco Coal Company, Bureau of Land 1991, students work with natural resource experts, complete a Management, Denver Parks and Recreation, Shaka Franklin series of environmental education lessons and attend a college Foundation, Southern Ute Tribe, Servicios de la Raza, Mesa preparation workshop at a Colorado institution of higher educa- and Delta Training Advantage and other Job Training tion. Students who complete all program requirements receive Partnership Act agencies. a$ 100 savings bond to invest in their education. College preparation workshops are being prov;ded by This year's program is also providing valuable work and Colorado State University, Colorado Mountain College leadership experience to 34 crew leaders - mostly college stu- Timberline Campus, Western State College and University of dents - who serve as work leaders, mentors and positive role Colorado Boulder and Denver campuses. models for the high school students. For more information about YNR, including opportunities "One of the great things about being a crew leader for YNR to support the program, contact Pat Martinez by phone at is you get to see the youths progress," said crew leader Brian 303/866-2540 or by e-mail at <patricia.martinez@state.co.us>. ~ SOIL CONSERVATION floods in an area where excavation of hazardous waste had cre- ated a stagnant pond. A new dike will be constructed to protect Grant applicatlOns deadline Aug. 31. The 1998 General adjacent urban areas. Revegetation wili return the area to a Assembly provided the State Soil Conservation Board with functioning riparian zone. $500,000 - double the amount from the previous year - for Overall project costs are $190,000, which includes a the Natural Resources Conservation Matching Grants Program. $38,912 grant from the Central Utah Project that will be admin- These funds make up the only cost-share program available istered by the Mesa Soil Conservation District for the first year for annual (as opposed to long-tecm, multi-year) conservation of a three-year revegetation plan. practices within Colorado. The application deadline is Aug. 31. Other partners include the City of Grand Junction, Bureau This program assists soil conservation districts in address- of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency, Endangered ing issues identified at the local level. The funds must be used Fish Recovery Program, Grand Junction/Mesa County to implement conservation practices that preserve and protect Riverfront Commission and U.S. Natural Resources natural resources through public/private partnerships. Conservation Service. Last year, the Soil Conservation Boazd received 64 applica- Conservation District wins Smart Growth grant. The tions requesting funds totaling $1.2 million. The agency award- j Delta Soil Conservation District, sponsoring agency for the ed 15 grants. For information, cootact the Soil Conservation Board at ~ North Fork River Improvemen[ Association, has been awarded 303/866-3351. ~ a$50,000 Smart Growth Regional Partnership Grant. I The grant will be used by the river improvement associa- SSCB partners in Colorado River property clean-up. 1 tion to plan a demonstration project along the North Fork of the The State Soil Conservation Board has joined a multi-agency, i Gunnison River to reduce maintenance of irrigation diversions, community-based effort to revegetate a site along the Colorado i improve river channel stability and enhance the riparian area River near Grand Junction known as the Jarvis property. ~ and river ecosystem. Clean-up activities include removal of junked cars and ura- ~ 'I'he grant program is a new component of the SmaR nium mill tailings. An existing flood dike wili be breached to Growth and Development initiative launched by Gov. Roy re-create historic natural conditions inciuding intermittent Romer in 1994. 3 71 WILDLIFE 17 Hunters support broad-based wildlife management. Wildlife Education Council nominafions due. Nomin- A new survey indicates Colorado's hunters support the use of ations for the newly created Wildtife Management Public license dollars for broad-based wildlife management, reaffirm- EducaUOn Council are due Aug. 1. The Council, created by ing the tradition of hunters as stewards of the state's native House Bill 1409, is charged with designing a media-based pub- species, according to Division of Wildlife officials. lic information program to education the public about wildlife The Colorado State University survey found that hunters management and wildlife-related recreational oppoctunities, thirilc 45 percent of their license dollars should go to hunting specifically hunting and fishing. programs; 29 percent to manage fisheries; IS percent to protect Composition of the nine-member council will include two threatened, endangered and other non-hunted wildlife; and 11 sports people (including one from the Westem Slope) who pur- percent for wildlife viewing. chase a big game license on a regular basis, and two sports peo- "This is the first time we have had a scientific survey to ple (including one from the Westem Slope) who regulariy pur- show how hunters want their money spent," said DOW Director chase fishing licenses. Additional members will include repre- John Mumma. "They are willing to have their license dollars sentatives from Colorado's rural municipalities and counties spent on well-rounded programs that pmtect all of our wildlife." whose economies have a substantial income from hunting and CSU Professor Mike Manfredo, the study's researcher, fishing; a Division of Wildlife representative; a person repre- said, "Throughout the 20th century, hunters' and anglers' dol- senting agricultural producecs; and a media/marketing expert. lars have provided the bulk of resources necessary for agencies Nominations should include a letter of nomination and to manage wildlife in North America. These findings suggest resume of the nominee to Director, Colorado Division of that, consistent with that tradition, today's hunters have a strong Wildlife, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216. More informa- commitment to the general good of wildlife and to the broader tion is available by contacting the DOW's public affairs office public's enjoyment of these resources." at 303/291-7287. Colorado Department of Natural Resources ; ~m ~ 1313 Sherman, Room 718 Denver, CO 80203 ~,;L • ~ ,+e`~ 1 ~ ~ .a% L 340100000 ~ Printed on recycled paper RECEtWED JUL 2 3 ~ Mayor Town of Vail 75 S. Frontage Road Vail CO 81657 « u ~y TOWN OF VAIL ~ 75 South Frontage Road Vail, Colorado 81657 970-479-2100 FAX 970-479-2157 TM MEDIA QdVISORY July 15, 1998 Contact: Suzanne Silverthorn, 479-2115 Community Informaticn Office VAIL TOWN COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS F4R JULY 14 Work Session Briefs Councilmembers present: Armour, Arnett, Ford, Foley, Jewett, Kurz, Navas --Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan During a luncheon meeting, Councilmembers reviewed the status of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and offered comments on proposed building height parameters and other design standards that will be incorporated in the draft plan. After sharing individual comments, the majority of the Council agreed ro: • establish a maximum building height of 82.5 ft. (rather ihan establish the total numbers of floors allowed) • consider two scenarios, such as a 60-40 ratia or a 30-30-40 ratio that would create flexibility for varying roof lines with an overall average height requirement • create guidslines that specify buiki-to lines and specific building step-back parameters as the building goes vertical • eliminate an earlier propasal that would have allowed a"bonus heighY' based on the number of •hotel-units, fractiorial fee units and emplayee housing units provided; instead, the counci; expressed interest in continuing ta pursue concepts that would encourage the addition of liotel units and fractiorial fee units, while discouraging condominium units • retain a GrGSS Residential Floor Area (GRrA) regulation or some other mechanism to control square footage • consider two zone districts: 1) the core area from the bus stop on the east to Concert Hall Plaza on the west and from the LifthousE Condos on the north to Lion Square Lodge on the south; and 2) the perimeter of Lionsnead. Ccuncilmembers agreed to consider allowing increased height and density in the perimeter to increase opportunities for employee housing units. . • create design review standards that allow for architectural flexibility, yet compatibility with the overall vision for Lionshead's redevelopment • once the master plan is complete, allow projects that are consistent with the goals of the master plan to go through the regular design review process with final approvals resting with the Planning and Environmental Commission and Design Review Board unless those actions are called-up by the Town Council In wrapping up the Lionshead discussion yesterday, Councilmembers asked for more specifics on proposed design standards and guidelines. That information will be prepared and presented at the July 21 work session. For more information, contact Dominic Mauriello in the Community Development Department at 479-2148. (more) RECYCLED PAPER w ~ TOV Council High{ightsi7-14-98/Add 1 --PEC Report During a review of Monday's Planning and Environmental Commission meeting, Councilmembers reviewed a request by La Tour restaurant for a major exterior alteration and a conditional use permit to allow for an outdoor dining deck at the Village Center Building, 122 East Meadow Drive. The PEC approved the request with 7 conditions, one of which requires the. applicant to pay $48,896 into the Town of Vail parking fund. Councilmember Sybill Navas expressed concern about the requirement, noting a decision by Council several years ago to direct staff to modify the ordinance to remove vehicular accessible sites from the parking pay-in- lieu requirement. That modification has yet to be enacted. --Mountain Haus The Council voted 7-0 to allow Trevor Bradway, owner of unit 101 at the Mountain Haus in Vail Village, to proceed through the public review process to construct a new entry into the west end of the building that will encroach on town land in Slifer Plaza. The Council's approvaf yesterday enables Bradway to apply for a setback and site coverage variance to be reviewed by the Planning and Environmental Commission. For more information, contact George Ruther in the Community Development Department at 479-2145. --Common Ground Next Steps After hearing an overview on proposed next steps in the Common Ground process from Andy Knudtsen, project manager, the Council postponed a decision on those next steps and instead asked to slow the process down. The staff recommendation included a proposal to develop density parameters and other architectural characteristics for the first four housing and two park sites identified in phase-one of the three-phase plan. A series of bus tours, community meetings and open houses were proposed during the month of August, followed by Council approval of development parameters in September, selection of development teams in October, conceptual design in November, development reviews in January and February with ground breaking to occur next April. But Councilmembers yesterday said they were uncomfortable moving forward at that pace, noting the need to take more time to talk with community members. Councilman Michael Jewett expressed concern that individual property owners had not received official notification from the town about the Common Ground process, as well as the sites that have been targeted for affordable housing. Jewett, as he has in the past, advocated taking the Common Ground siting and funding package to a public vote. Jewett acknowledged yesterday that other Councilmembers did not appear interested in his proposal to create a voter-approved process to change the Town Charter. Mayor Rob Ford suggested spending more time to review and outline next steps in the Common Ground process, noting that he hadn't had time to focus on the proposal. Councilmember Sybill Navas suggested moving forward on one or two projects, such as a proposal in phase two to redevelop Timber Ridge, while continuing to assess if the program is achieving its goals. Councilman Ludwig Kurz agreed, saying the implementation steps need to be studied carefully. Councilman Kevin Foley said he had concerns about the sites and uses that were approved by Council on June 30. Foley said although the Council wants to move ahead with affordable housing, it wants to make sure citizens are comfortable with the direction. Although he's comfortable with the sites and uses selected, Councilman Michael Arnett said the town should get the ball rolling, but not all at once. Councilman Bob Armour said the proposed process, which includes a series of visits with ihe neighborhoods, is a good outline once Council is ready to proceed. For more information, contact Knudtsen at 479-2440. --Information Update Ground breaking for the Red Sandstone housing development wi11 take place next Tuesday during the lunch hour. (more) ~ f TOV Council Highlights/7-14-98/Add 2 --Vail Village Core Construction Update During an update on the TOV projects in Vail ViNage, Larry Pardee, the town's construction inspector--who's received numerous accolades for his involvement in mitigating impacts--said the credit should be spread to other individuals and departments throughout the town for the successful coordination. Also yesterday, Pardee provided a status report on the snowmelt project at the Transportation Center, as well as the Slifer Plaza renovation and Seibert Circle construction. He said artist Jesus Moroles will arrive in Vail next Monday to begin installation of the granite slabs at Seibert Circle. Construction hours may need to be extended Friday and Saturday this week, he said, to accommodate the installation by Moroles. During a related ' discussion initiated by Councilmember Sybill Navas, the Council expressed interest in supporting a thank you party for the merchants to be held during the tall when most projects have been completed rather than an earlier celebration advocated by the Art In Public Places Board. Also noted yesterday was the difficulty in accessing the Base Mountain Sports construction site and its impacts on surrounding merchants along Wall Street. Councilmembers yesterday authorized up to $50,000 to install snow melt tubing to connect the central Transportation Center stairs across East Meadow Dr. to Slifer Plaza. This will not be hooked up to the boiler untit a complete streetscape snowmelt system is installed. --Ford Park Managed Parking Update Larry Grafel, public works/transportation director, said July would continue to be a busy month for managed parking at Ford Park. He said the program continues to be well coordinated by the user groups and public acceptance and awareness appears to be growing. Councilman Kevin Foley shared a list of concerns offered by several constituents, including questions about how decisions are made to chain off the east lot several hours prior to implementation of paid parking. In response, Grafel said the policy was developed by the user groups as outlined in the Ford Park management plan. Councilman Michael Jewett said he wanted to state for the record that he objected to chaining the east lot. --Council Reports As a follow up to a Vail Recreation District meeting held earlier in the day, Kevin Foley thanked John Gulick, assistant fire chief, for his on-the-spot traffic control assistance during the Fred and - Judy Alexander youth golf event, which attracted 380 participants. Foley also said VRD will ask the town to consider adding space for a gymnastic facility at Dobson Arena as part of a locker room expansion project. Ludwig Kurz said he attended a meeting of the Eagle County Recreation Authority (Berry Creek Fifth). Kurz said Vail Town Attorney Tom Moorhead had been instructed to draft a letter on behalf of the town expressing cooperation in the joint planning of the Miller Ranch site and Berry Creek Fifth site, so long as significant density of affordable housing units are included in the plan. Sybill Navas, who represents the Council on the Art In Public Places Board, said the AIPP has hired someone to draft a master plan that will be presented to the Council this fall. The plan will include recommended locations for public art, as well as a public art philosophy. Bob Armour attended a meeting of the 1999 World Alpine Ski Championships Organizing Committee. He said organizers have arranged for a countdown to appear in the newspaper to , remind the community the event is just around the corner. --Other Kevin Foley inquired about recent enforcement efforts by the Vail Police Department regarding (more) ~ . TOV Council Highlights/7-14-98/Add 3 the presence of dogs in restaurants (this is prohibited by state health codes). Town Manager Bob McLaurin agreed to follow up. Foley also noted the need for folding chairs to be made available when public meetings reach standing-room-only capacity, such as the June 30 Common Ground meeting. in addition, Foley asked the town to work with the Colorado Department of Transportation in sweeping the Vail Pass bike path in preparation for more than 2,700 touring bicyclists this weekend. Both Foley and Mayor Rob Ford said the build-up of sand and dirt on the path made some stretches impassable and dangerous. Michael Jewett inquired about street improvement projects in East Vail, noise mitigation ori I-70 and the status of guardrail installation on South Frontage Rd. by the Ruins. In addition, Jewett suggested the need for additional publication and distribution of Council luncheon meeting -notices. Sybill Navas asked if the town could put pressure on the Colorado Department of Transportation to establish a maximum time limit on I-70 construction delays between Avon and Vail. She said the long delays are unacceptable, given that the stretch through Dowd Junction is the only access in and out of Vail from the west. Michael Arnett suggested the need to create awareness that motorists stuck in traffic should turn their air conditioners off so as not to overheat their cars. Also, Ludwig Kurz suggested additional communication between the flaggers and the motorists to let them know what's going on. Also yesterday, Navas expressed concern about a photography display by a gallery in Vail Village that appeared to be impeding in the town's right of way. As a postscript to the discussion on Lionshead redevelopment, Bob Armour suggested taking a look at the changes that are occurring downvalley and the need to focus on increased economic vitality within Vail. Kevin Foley noted that a memorial service for Lydon Ellefson would be scheduled for Sunday with more details to follow. UPCOMING DISCUSSION TOPICS July 21 Work Session DRB Review Budget Discussion (noon to 5 pm) July 21 Evening Meeting Second Reading, Ordinance #9, re: SDD #22 Second Reading, Ordinance #10, re: Design Review Trigger 1997 Audit Report AIPP Slide Lecture by Professor Erika Doss July 28 Evening Meeting PEC Review Joint TOV/VRD Meeting NWCCOG-QQ Update Vail Valley Community TV Update Appeal of DRB Decision by Harry Gray Discussion of Marketing Bill # # # A TOWN OF YAIL ~ 75 South Frontage Road . ~ Vail, Colorado 81657 970-479-2100 FAX 970-479-2157 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TM July 22, 1998 Contact: Andy Knudtsen, 479-2440 ` TOV Senior Housing Policy Planr!er GROUND BREAKING FOR RED SANDSTOiVE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT SET FOR JULY 28 TO RECOGNIZE TOV, EAGLE RIVER WATER AND SANiTATION DISTRtCT PARTMERSHIP (Vail)--Ground will be broken on the 18-unit Red Sandstone Creek deve!opment next Tuesday (7-28), representing Vail's third affordable housing deveiopment in as many years. The effort also caps nearly two years of joint planning by the Eagle River Water and Sanitation District and the Town of Vail. Representatives from the two agencies plus members of the public are invited to a brief grouiid breaking ceremony beginning a± 11:30 a.m. Tuesday to celebrate final approval of the project. The for-sale development will feature two one-bedroom, 12 two-bedroom and four three- bedroom deed-restricted units with attached one-car garages. Prices will range from $105,000 for a one-bedroom unit, $138,500 for a two-bedroom and $178,500 for a three-bedroom home. The development includes two ground floor units that meet all accessibility standards. With the inclusion of these units, the project exceeds accessibility cndes required by the American Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Housing Act (rHA). The 1.6-acre parcel is owned jointly by the water district and the Town of Vail. The Town recently obtained ownership of its portion following completion of the Land Ownership Adjustment Agreement with the U.S. Forest Service. The partnership began in 1996 at the invitation of the water district, which was seeking to construct housing for its employees. A lottery to allocate the units will be held in the fall af this year with critical Town of Vail employees, such as police officers, firefighters, dispatchers anci snowplow drivers, plus Eagle (more) RECYCLEDPAPBR 4 Red Sandstone/Add 1 River Water and Sanitation District employees, in the top tier for the units. The balance of the units, estimated to be around a half-dozen units, will be made available to the community. Lottery criteria will be set by the Town Council in August and lottery applications will be made available in September; due back to the Town in October, with the lottery to be held . in early November. Construction is to be completed in May 1999. Vail Mayor Rob Ford said the Red Sandstone development represents the many difficulties in creating affordable housing in Vail. Those difficulties have ranged from neighborhood opposition to creating a quality, yet affordable design. "Both parties really had to persevere to get this project off the drawing board," Ford said. "I couldn't be more proud of the final product and the opportunity we now have to fifl these homes with people who are critical to the success of our community." After several design snags, Tom Stevens of the Aspen-based Stephens Group was hired by the Town in March to redesign the project, which received its final approval from the Design Review Board on July 15. Rick Sackbauer, chairman of the water district, said he hopes the project is the first of many joint venture opportunities. "Our employees need to live close to where they work," he said. "The residents of the Town of Vail need to be assured that we can provide 24-hour a day response east of Dowd Junction to emergency situations. The Red Sandstone development will accomplish this." The Red Sandstone development marks the Town of Vail's third deed-restricted housing initiative within the last three years. The 71-unit Vail Commons development was completed in 1997 followed by completion earlier this year of the 24-unit seasonal housing project at the Public Works shop area. In all, Vail has 399 deed-restricted affordable housing units within its boundaries, mostly in private ownership. The deed restrictions require that occupants be local residents employed within Eagle County. (more) ~ Red Sandstone/Add 2 Also in the planning stages is the town's redevelopment of a primary/secondary lot at 2657 Arosa Drive near the foot of the North Trail. A four-bedroom A-frame dwelling is currently located on the town-owned site and is being used for seasonal housing. The town intends to _ replace the A-frame with a duplex and potentially a caretaker unit that woul.d be built within existing zoning standards. The town would then either retain ownership of the three dwelling units and lease them, or it could sell the units. For more information, including the upcoming lottery, contact Knudtsen at 479-2440. # # # R ~y TOWN OF VAIL 75 South Frontage Road Vail, Colorado 81657 ~ 970-479-2100 FAX 970-479-2157 TM MEDIA AQVISORY July 22, 1998 Contact: Suzanne Silverthorn, 479-2115 Community Information Office VAIL TOWN COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS FGR JULY 21 Work Session Briefs Councilmembers present: Armour, Arnett, Ford, Foley, Jewrett, Kurz, Navas --DRB Review During a review of the recent Design Review Board meeting, councilmembers tearned that an owner of a property at 278 Rockledge Road would likely appeal a DBR decision that rejected the owner's proposa! to remove a tree on the praperty. --Common Ground Discussion The Council brainstormed a fraE-nework fer next sieps in the Common Ground process. As proposed, a series of pubiic invitations, bus tours, site=spec'lfic neighborhood discussions and open houses 4vould be used to hone ir on density, architecturai design ar,d other development characteristics associated with the housing and park sites. The scheduie proposed by Council _ yesterday would place the first phase s;tes into two tiers as fo;lows: Summer Discussions • West Vai1 lot at intersectian of Arosa and Garmisch tor park development and for-sale housing • Lionshead parking structure perimeter for seasonal nousing and RV Charter Bus lot for a communiiy facility Summer TOV Work Plan • Begin process to acquire (or work in conjunction wit;h current owners) to redevelop Timber Ridge for seasonal housing • Begin process to acquire (or work in canjunction with carrent owner) to develop the Hud Wirth site for for-sale housing • Begin a process to acquire buy-downs • Process tne 5 parcels named in phase one as pratected open space; acquire the sixth site, L. Ladner, when avai{able Fall Discussions • Tract C, a privately owned parcel by Vail Mountain Schoal, for development of for-sale housing • Three benches of Gonovan Fark for a combination of park sites, open space and seasonal and for-sale housing sites (mare'l ~,s~ RECYCLEDPAPER ~ a Add 1/TOV Council Highlights/7-21-98 Also yesterday, Councilmembers asked that members of the business community join in the upcoming discussions to provide partnership guidance. In addition, Councilmembers agreed that every attempt will be made to send a message to the community that Common Ground is an evolving project in that sites targeted for housing on June 30 may be altered in the future if circumstances change or new opportunities present themselves. However, Councilman Ludwig Kurz said it wouldn't be appropriate to arbitrarily remove sites now following the difficult decision of June 30. Other comments during the discussion included: Councilman Michaei Jewett, who continued to advocate putting ihe plan up for a public vote in addition to expressing concerns, about getting accurate audio recordings during the informal work session format; Councilman Ludwig Kurz who asked that market research be shared regarding the types of housing products . tenants want; Councilmember Sybill Navas who expressed concerns about using any open space parcels during the first stage of implementation and instead strongly advocated putting the town's resources into the Timber Ridge project; Councilman Kevin Foley who said he preferred to use town-owned land, such as Lionshead, before using open space or private iand for the first development; Diana Donovan who asked that next steps include more formal dialogue opportunities in the Council Chambers; Jeff Gorsuch who reminded the council that many residents oppose the plan; and Paul Rondeau who suggested the town create emergency funding to hire an employee to monitor private sector compliance with deed-restrictions that have been placed on 399 units throughout town. Next steps include circulating the draft plan for Common Ground's next phase, inviting public comment, followed by approval of the next steps by Town Council scheduled for the evening meeting of Aug. 18. For more information, contact Andy Knudtsen in Community Development at 479-2440. --Budget Workshop During an overview of the planning process for the 1999-2000 biennial budget, Town Manager Bob McLaurin highlighted a list of overriding issues to be addressed. The most fundamental issue of all, he said, is the trend in flattening revenues and growing expenses. Although not a crisis, the situation cauld worsen in the next five to six years, McLaurin said, unless the probiem is addressed through options such as: 1) creating additional revenues; 2) continuing to drive operating costs down; 3) reallocating the Real Estate Transfer Tax; 4) reducing services; or 5) adding new retail opportunities in Lionshead as part of the master planning process. That prompted a reaction from Ludwig Kurz along with most other councilmembers who said cutting services was not an option given Vail's status as a service-based resort. Instead, Kurz advocated looking aggressively at new revenue sources, including a discussion of how the town might capitalize on the new activities on Vail Mountain (the town does not collect sales tax on the mountain), as well as moving forward with redevelopment in Lionshead. Councilman Michael Arnett agreed with Kurz and took it one step further by advocating placement of a$1 million cap on use of the Real Estate Transfer Tax funds for parks, maintenance and open space, with the remainder going to supplement the town's general fund. Councitman Kevin Foley advocated making the parking structures more inviting with new paint, improved lighting and better signage. Foley also suggested additional contributions from Vail Associates to offset transportation and parking strains that will be caused by Category III. Councilmember Sybill Navas said the town needs to better understand why skier numbers were down last season in Vail. She said the town needs to do what it can to make the villages and parking structures more friendly and inviting. Mayor Rob Ford agreed that cutting services is not the direction the council wants to go. He predicted the need for joint ventures between the town and other partners, such as the business community, to help address the increased service demands. Also yesterday, councilmembers agreed to a recommendation by McLaurin to budget a 4% annual increase in sales tax and to use a strategic planning model that would balance the budget at the end of a five year period. Also, the council discussed moving forward with restructuring the town's debt. This would free up $6.8 million between 2000 and 2005. McLaurin said the restructuring would level the town's debt service payments to 2012. Councilman Kevin Foley asked if the (more) s . Add 2/TOV Council Highlights/7-21-98 restructuring would load up a future council with debt. Although clearly a philosophical decision, McLaurin said the refinancing tool would be, in his judgment, an appropriate step, given the drop in interest rates. Fire service is another topic that will receive attention this year. McLaurin has proposed relocating the Main Vail fire station to just north of the Main Vail roundabouts to improve fire service to West Vail. The new, two-company fire station would then supply enough equipment and staffing to provide coverage for both Main Vail and West Vail. The East Vail fire station would remain unchanged. McLaurin suggested designing the station in the year 2000 . and constructing it in 2001. Meanwhile, the roof of the Main Vail station wiJl need repairs during the interim, he said. Although a new two-company station would give the department an edge, Fire Chief Dick Duran predicted the eventual need for a station in West Vail at some point in the future. Councilmembers asked to begin scheduling additional discussions about the various ' options for equitable fire service in West Vail. Upcoming budget discussions also will address the parking program, animal control and distribution of the Vail business license fee, among others. Also yesterday, the Council voted 5-2 (Foley and Jewett against) to discuss the town's pay philosophy in executive session, which occurred at the end of the meeting. For more information, contact McLaurin at 479-2105. Vail Valley Exchange/Sister Cities International Request The Council voted 7-0 to authorize up to $3,800 in Council contingency funds to send Community Development Director Russell Forrest to Mt. Buller, Australia as part of the local sister cities delegation. Forrest and Councilmember Sybil! Navas will represent the Town of Vail during the trip. --Village Core Construction Update Public Works/Transportation Director Larry Grafel presented the following update: installation of the granite artwork is underway this week at Seibert Circle; Slifer Plaza renovation is making good progress; and at the Transportation Center, the area around the Visitors Center will reopen by Friday this week with work underway at the east and west end walkways. For more information, contact Grafel at 479-2173. --Ford Park Managed Parking Update Also yesterday, Grafel presented an update on managed parking at Ford Park. Following a , meeting last week with the Ford Park users group, Grafel said a decision was made to allow the lots to remain open for free parking during the morning hours for greater flexibility. Prior to the decision, the lots were being chained off earlier during the peak day to help clear them of vehicles. --Council Reports Michael Arnett attended a meeting of the Vail Tomorrow Affordable Housing Team. He said the group is working to dispel misperceptions about Common Ground. Sybill Navas participated in the interview process for a new director of the Northwest Colorado Council of Governments. She aiso said a presentation by the Water Quality/Quantity would be arranged soon in which the group will ask for an increase in its membership fees from Vail. Ludwig Kurz said the Channel 5 board held a retreat recently and has ptedged to seek additional corporate sponsorships. He said a presentation to the Town Council would be scheduled soon. Kevin Foley said the Eagle County Regional Transportation Authority has been informed that Beaver Creek Resort and the Town of Avon have withdrawn their voluntary contributions to the authority due to healthy sales tax collections. The Town of Vail will send a letter asking for a rebate of its contribution. Also yesterday, Foley questioned why the authority was subsidizing (more) ~ . ' Add 3/TOV Council Highlights/7-21-98 skier services by funding buses to run continuously to Beaver Creek when other routes simply provide a connection from one community to the next. On another matter, Foley reported on a meeting between representatives from the Police Department and some of the bar managers. Foley said the managers are concerned that Vail is beginning to take on a image where people aren't welcome anymore. He said a balance needs to be maintained. Also, Foley said the memorial service for Lyndon Ellefson was well-attended, making the best of a bad situation. --Other Kevin Foley thanked those who were responsible for sweeping the Vail Pass bike path last Friday Qust in time for 2 bike tours that were passing through). Poley also expressed concerns • about the status of ongoing construction at the Vail Pass rest area, inquired about the status of -restoring Stevens Park in Intermountain following the recent fire (playground equipment is ordered and will be installed in August); and inquired about the status of office space for the Town Council (it's ready to go). Foley also expressed frustration that the town was not benefitting financially from the large crowds which have been gathering at Eagle's Nest on Vail Mountain. Ludwig Kurz suggested dressing up the entry in front of the Vail Village parking structure. Sybill Navas asked staff to be more sensitive in scheduling topics of community interest during the lunch hour. Michael Arnett suggested ways to improve the aesthetics of the variable message signs currently in use. He suggested constructing a stone planter with a stone wrap to help hide the orange frame. Arnett also presented a written letter to Councilmembers regarding his ideas to create an ordinance that would allow interior and exterior conversions of multi-family properties. Councilmembers received a report from Potice Chief Greg Morrison regarding a request for controlling the displays of outdoor goods in Lionshead. Morrison said a work group has been created to go site-by-site to measure the property lines of each business to determine where such displays can go, since they must be located on private property. Evening Session Briefs Councilmembers present: Armour, Arnett, Ford, Foley, Jewett, Kurz, Navas --Citizen Participation Joe Staufer appeared before the Council to offer his continued support for the Common Ground housing initiative, although he said the Council would likely need to make peace with the neighborhoods by scaling back some of the masses and numbers. Staufer said the community should consider raising the one percent Real Estate Transfer Tax by a half percentage point to pay for the plan. He also suggested the involvement of major developers. --Art in Public Places Presentation by Professor Erika Doss The Council heard a presentation by noted author Erika Doss entitled "More Than Memorials, Beyond Beautification: Why Public Art Matters." While often controversial, Doss described the importance of contemporary public art in the development of community identity and civic participation. She told how a public art project at Cincinnati's gateway is now a classic example of how projects can come to symbolize a city's spirit and identity. In the case of Cincinnati, a f{ying pig motif, representing the city's roots in the slaughter house industry, drew criticism, yet galvanized the community and instilled pride and ownership in the project. Doss is a professor in the Fine Arts Department at the University of Colorado. Her presentation was sponsored by the town's Art In Public Places Program. (more) ~ . Add 4/TOV Council Highlights/7-21-98 --1997 Audit Report The Council voted 7-0 to accept the 1997 audit report presented by Jerry McMahan of McMahan and Associates. McMahan said the audit gave the town a"clean opinion," the highest rating possibte. --Rezoning of a Portion of Land on Rockledge Rd. to Reflect Land Ownership Adjustment Agreement The Council voted 7-0 to approve first reading of an ordinance that applies zoning to a portion of land on Rockledge Rd. that was recently acquired by the town as part of the Land Ownership Adjustment Agreement with the U.S. Forest Service. The property will eventually be sold to adjacent property owners to resolve encroachment problems. For more information, contact Town Attorney Tom Moorhead at 479-2107. --Grand Traverse Special Development District Modifications The Council voted 7-0 on second reading to approve an ordinance that would change the lot configuration in the Grand Traverse subdivision from 24 lots to 22 lots and increase the allowable GRFA (gross residential floor area) for employee housing units from 500 sq. ft. to 800 sq. ft. For more information, contact George Ruther in the Community Development Department at 479-2145. --Design Review Trigger The Council voted 7-0 to approve second reading of an ordinance allowing residential (single family/duplex) renovations of up to 500 square feet without triggering costly requirements to bring the remainder of the property up to current design standards. In the past, owners of some of Vail's older properties have wanted to add a bedroom, for example, but found themselves saddled with a town requirement to bury overhead utitities, pave a driveway or add new siding to the home as part of the project. The new design review trigger approved by the Town Council was initiated by Councilman Michael Arnett who said he wanted to add flexibility for people who want to make their homes more liveable. During discussion last night, several people asked Council to incorporate provisions that would allow interior conversions of floor area for mu(ti- family dwellings within the ordinance. But Councilmembers said they preferred to take a comprehensive look at interior and exterior conversions for multi-family properties in a separate ordinance. For more information, contact Dominic Mauriello, chief of planning in the Community Development Department, at 479-2148. --Town Manager's Report Assistant Town Manager Pam Brandmeyer reminded councilmembers of a growth management workshop sponsored by Eagle County next week. Councilmembers also voted 7-0 to add $5,000 to the 1999 budget to help sponsor the Colorado Municipal League Conference which will bring an estimated 1,500 people to Vail next year. In addition, councilmembers authorized use of the recently-vacated Vail Recreation District office space beneath the library to be used to distribute uniforms during the World Alpine Ski Championships. UPCOMING DISCUSSION TOPICS July 28 Work Session PEC Review Joint TOVNRD Meeting Appeal of DRB Decision by Harry Gray Lionshead Master Plan Discussion of Employee Generation (more) ~ Add 5/TOV Council Highlights/7-21-98 August 4 Wark Session . Request by the Antlers Lodge for Conceptual Review Authorize to Enter into Contract for Audit Services ~ Appeal of DRB Decision by Paul Raether Discussion of Marketing Bill ~ August 4 Evening Meeting Discussion of Business License Fee by "Vail FirsY" First Reading, Model Traffic Code Ordinance Second Reading, Ordinance # 11, TOV Rezoning - - # # # y • ~1~~n, ~y TOWN OF VAIL ~ 75 South Frontage Road Vail, Colorado 81657 970-479-2100 . FAX 970-479-2157 TM MEDIA ADVISORY July 8, 1998 Contact: Suzanne Silverthorn, 479-2115 Community Information Office VAIL TOWN COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS FOR JULY 7 Work Session Briefs Council members present: Armour, Arnett, Ford, Jewett*, Kurz, Navas *arrived late --Proposed Refinancing of TOV's Debt The Town Council voted 6-0 to hire Steve Jeffers ofi Bigelow and Co. to begin pursuing a refinancing package for $6 miilion of the town's $24 million debt. The Council also authorized the hiring of Peter Zent as the town's local finarcial advisor. The Councif will have a final opportunity to sign off on the refinancing plan following several weeks of preparation by Jeffers and Zent. Due to iower interest ra#es, the refirancing couid frep up between $2.5 million to $3 million over the next five years. The Common Ground plar appraved by Council on June 30 calls for using that money to facilitate affordable housing within the town. For more information, contact Steve Thompson, finance director, at 479-2116. --Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan During a discussion of the Lionshead redevelopment master planning process, the Council reviewed a carrying capacity study and an economic analysis in preparation for additional discussion at the evening meeting. The capacity study cited the need for improved fire service coverage in West Vail, as well as the need for an expansion of the water district's sewer plant as the"most critical elements in consideration of density increases in Lionshead. Under a six-story building height scenario, the plan could add an additiona! 1,700 people to Lionshead and 515 additional dweiling units. Also during the afternoon worksession, economist Stan Bernstein presented an overview of the revenue impacts of various building height scenarios. The impacts could generate between $2 million to $4 million in annual recurring revenues to the town, he said, based on increased gross retail sales, property tax collections and real estate transfer tax collections. During discussion, Counci(member Sybill Navas suggested adding a recreation amenity component to the carrying capaci;y study. She also expressed concerns about availability of parking. Councilmembers yesterday a!so heard from attorney R.C. Stevenson, representing property owners along Forest Road who have asked the Council to consider removing the Vail Associates-owned tennis court site from the master plan study area. Before the close of the worksession, Councilmembers shared their thoughts about the pending decision on heights for Lionshead. Sybill Navas expressed her discomfort in moving ahead with a decision due to continuing concerns about the "bonus heighY" concept included in the recommendatio!i. Instead, Navas suggested an average height approach in which building (more) RECYCLED PAPER TOV Council Highlights/7-7-98/Add 1 forms could vary up to a maximum height. Michael Arnett said he would support a height of four stories with a roof in the core area; five stories with a roof in the outlying areas; and the possibility of a bonus height for employee housing units or accommodation units, though not in the core area. Arnett said he also disagreed with the height boundaries recommended by the Planning and Environmental Commission. Rob Ford said he could support five floors with a roof. as a basetine and elimination of the bonus height concept, as well as higher heights for the outlying areas. Michael Jewett said he agreed with Michael Arnett's concept, while Ludwig Kurz also expressed concerns about loopholes within the bonus height concept, especially as it. relates to employee housing units. After additional discussion, Councilmembers also expressed an interest in retaining GRFA as a development standard within Lionshead to add additional . - controls over bulk and mass. For additional information, see evening meeting briefs, or'contact Dominic Mauriello, project manager, at 479-2148. --Discussion of Ordinance No. 9, Grand Traverse Special Development District In preparation for the evening meeting, the council reviewed an ordinance that would change the lot configuration in the subdivision from 24 lots to 22 lots and increase the allowable GRFA (gross residential floor area) for employee housing units from 500 sq. ft. to 800 sq. ft. The measure was tater approved by a 6-0 vote on first reading. For more information, contact George Ruther in the Community Development Depariment at 479-2145. --Vail Village Core Construction Update After Larry Grafel, public works/transportation director, provided an update on the Vail Village construction projects, the Council recognized Larry Pardee, construction inspector, for his outstanding performance in serving as a liaison between the Village property owners and merchants, the town, and the contractors. Councilmembers also thanked everyone who was involved in getting the Village ready for the July 4th holiday. On a related topic, Councilman Bob Armour inquired about the possibility of replacing the ponderosa pines at the West Vail roundabouts with another type of tree that might survive better at this altitude. --Ford Park Managed Parking Also yesterday, Councilmembers heard a brief report from Grafel on the managed parking program at Ford Park. Grafel said the paid/managed parking program has worked to change some attitudes and acceptance. He said users continue to have a choice in accessing the park with free parking in the structure or paid close-in parking. Councilmember Sybill Navas shared concerns expressed previously about maintaining consistency with the program, while Mayor Rob Ford said the negative feedback he's received has come from locals who would rather have more breaks than what the program offers now. Councilman Ludwig Kurz said the increased safety at the park has been worth the change. He suggested the need for user groups to continue to inform their constituents about the program. There was also some discussion about adjusting the angle of the electronic signs to increase visibility from the sun's glare. --July 4th Update During a recap of the July 4th activities, Vail Police Chief Greg Morrison played a video tape showing elbow-to-elbow crowds along Bridge Street at about 1:30 a.m. on July 5. Overall, he said the crowds, although larger than ever, were well behaved. He credited a strict enforcement tone established by the department earlier in the week for creating a good deterrent factor during the holiday. Morrison also thanked the council for authorizing extra law enforcement officers to work the holiday. --Information Update Assistant Town Manager Pam Brandmeyer said one of the temporary art displays in Willow Park (more) i , TOV Council Highlights/7-7-98/Add 2 would be replaced due to its unfavorable reception by the Willow Park neighborhood and the Art In Public Places Board. The piece will be removed on Saturday. --Council Reports Bob Armour reported on his attendance at the Colorado Municipal League Conference in Breckenridge, as welf as the Colorado Association of Ski Towns meeting attended by John Frew of Colorado Ski Country USA. Armour also shared his involvement with the Vail 99 Celebration Committee. ' . --Other Town Manager Bob McLaurin encouraged councilmembers to participate in a July 29 day-long growth management seminar being organized by Eagle County. All area planning commissions and elected officials will be invited to attend. Evening Session Briefs Council members present: Armour, Arnett, Ford, Jewett, Kurz, Navas --Citizen Participation Jack Curtin of Curtin-Hill Sports in Vail Village addressed the Council on two topics. First, he complimented Larry Pardee, the town's construction inspector, for his outstanding work in serving as a liaison between the merchants and the contractors during this summer's construction in Vail Village. And on an unrelated topic, Curtin asked the Council to consider discontinuing the Art In Public Places (AIPP) program during the upcoming budget process and instead use the funds to help subsidize the Park Free After 3 program. Although worthwhile, Curtin said the AIPP program should be funded only after other more pressing needs have been taken care of. Next, Paul Rondeau, a Vail resident, offered his thoughts about the Common Ground process following the aftermath of Iast Tuesday's Council decision. Rondeau, among other things, suggested the town consider putting together a document similar to the "record of decision" issued by the US Forest Service on the Category III proposal, as well as follow through with a suggestion to put the plan up to a public vote. Rondeau also expressed concerns about the - continued preservation of open space as the plan is implemented. He also said he was available as a volunteer to help the town in any way possible. Dick Peterson, a West Vail resident, asked the Council to look into increased enforcement of a handicapped parking space at the Vail Commons development. Peterson complained that previous contacts with the town have been unsuccessful in solving the problem. Cindy Jacobson, a Forest Rd. resident, asked the Council to remove the Forest Road tennis courts from the Lionshead Master plan study area, noting the property is unplatted and zoned agricultural open space. Jacobson's husband, Tom, also addressed the Council and demanded the town "take care of what was promised" in removing snow cat operations along Forest Rd. Saying that his curtains are black from the diesel fuel and that he's "tired of fighting," Jacobson insisted the Council must first address the snowcat situation before moving forward with the Lionshead Master Plan. The last citizen to address the Council was Jody Lindvall (not sure on spelling), representing a , property owner on Beaver Dam Rd. Lindvall said the property owner was concerned about the status of the Vail Associates-owned tennis court property on Forest Rd. as it is applied to the Lionshead Master Plan. Lindvall also asked that the property be removed from the master plan study area. (more) ~ . TOV Council Highlights/7-7-98/Add 3 --Ordinance No. 9, Grand Traverse Special Development District The Council voted 6-0 to approve first reading of an ordinance changing the Grand Traverse Special Development District to allow for a reconfiguration of the subdivision's lots from a total of 24 to 22. The changes also included an increase in the space allotment for employee housing units from 500 sq. ft. to 800 sq. ft. For more information, contact George Ruther in the Community Development Department at 479-2145. --Ordinance No. 10, Design Review Trigger The Council voted 6-0 to approve first reading of a modified ordinance that would allow expansions of up to 500 sq. ft. in residential dwelling units without triggering the town's design review standards. Those standards require improvements such as paved driveways and undergrounding of utilities in conjunction with upgrades and renovations. Councilrnan Michael Arnett served as a catalyst in creating the ordinance, noting that the existing design review guidelines were creating a financial hardship for people who simply wanted to make their homes more liveable. In modifying the ordinance last night, the Council removed a provision that addressed interior expansions of multi-family dwelling units. Instead, the Council agreed to address the multi-family issue in a separate ordinance. For more information, contact Dominic Mauriello in the Community Development Department at 479-2148. --Vail Valley Marketing Board (VVMB) The Council heard an overview of the Vail Valley Marketing Board's activities from several representatives, including Ross Boyle, a Council-appointed volunteer who chairs the VVMB. The presentation included a recap of the board's strategy in using the group's limited marketing dollars to leverage other dollars in highly targeted markets, as well as the emerging success of the tnternet in converting inquiries to bookings. About 70 percent of the people who visit the Vail Valley in the summer say they'll be back, according to Boyle. That's why the role of the VVMB, he said, is to reach out to people who haven't ever been here before. About 30 percent of the valley's summer visitors are from within Colorado, he said. Another 55 percent come from 18 states;12 percent are from the remaining states; and 5 percent are international visitors. Although the marketing budget is modest, Boyle credited the board's professional volunteers for maximizing those resources. With the future of the VVMB now uncertain due to competing requests from a new organization called Vail 1 st, Boyle asked the Council to consider funding the VVMB for another one-to-two years while efforts to create a regional lodging tax for marketing are put into place. A ballot measure could be ready for November, Boyle said. If not, the Iodging tax proposal will be ptaced on the ballot the following year in an effort to provide a permanent funding source for regional marketing. --Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan After hearing an overview on recommended building heights and development standards for the Lionshead Master Plan, the Council, acknowledging concerns expressed earlier in the evening, voted 6-0 to remove the Forest Rd. tennis court site as a residential height zone area as called out in a draft master plan map. Instead, the Council agreed to replace the property's map designation as open space. During discussion, David Corbin of Vail Associates, reminded the Council and members of the audience that VA would likely return to the town in the future to apply for platting and rezoning of the VA-owned property. The draft master plan had originally identified the site, currently zoned agriculture/open space, as a potential residential development opportunity. However, numerous residents along Forest Road have expressed concerns about the potential development. The site is currently leased by VA to the Vail Recreation District. In voting for the change yesterday, Councilmembers Bob Armour and Sybill Navas said they wanted to be clear that the Council's action in no way precludes VA from applying for a zone change in the future. Also yesterday, Councilmembers postponed a decision on the height and development standards for the master plan, noting the volume of background material that had (more) ~ TOV Council Highlights/7-7-98/Add 4 been presented during the worksession. Public comments were offered by Rob LeVine of the Antlers and property owner Bob Lazier, who encouraged the Council to provide enough incentives that will make redevelopment feasible within Lionshead. tn addition, speaking on behalf of representatives from the Lionshead merchants, LeVine offered full support for the buitding height proposal, so long as the town and other parties work to mitigate construction impacts on the businesses. Jim Lamont of the East Village Homeowners Association noted the need for additional discussion and definition about the west end of Lionshead, as well as the public sector capital improvements that would be needed to support the master plan. A fourth speaker, Dennis Colburn, (not sure on spelling) suggested the need for beer gardens and open " entertainment in Lionshead during the summer. For more information, contact Dominic Mauriello, project manager, at 479-2148. --Announcements Councilmembers were invited to attend the upcoming presentation of "Annie," sponsored jointly by the Vail Public Library as well as the third annual community photograph scheduled for July 28 during the Hot Summer Nights concert. UPCOMING DISCUSSION TOPICS July 14 Work Session PEC Review Common Ground Implementation, Next Steps Discussion of Marketing Bill July 21 Work Session DRB Review Budget Meeting (noon to 5 pm) July 21 Evening Meeting Second Reading, Ordinance #9, re: SDD, # 12 Second Reading, Ordinance #10, re: Design Review Trigger 1997 Audit Report AIPP Slide Lecture by Professor Erika Doss July 28 Work Session PEC Review Joint TOV/VRD Meeting NWCCOG-QQ Update Vail Valley Community Television Update Executive Session # # # Printed by Anne Wright 7/23/98 8:17am From: Andy Knudtsen To: Beth Ann Uhlrich, Jackie Ogden, Jennifer Rosely, Tom Talbot Subject: fwd: Red Sandstone Housing ===NOTE====------=====7/22/96==4:42Pm== CC: Bob McLaurin, Pam Brandmeyer, Russell Forrest, Suzanne Silverthorn, Tom Moorhead Thanks for your interest in the Red Sandstone development. As critical employees to the operation of the Town, you are in the top tier for selecting units at the Red Sandstone housing development. We are planning a presentation for TOV critical employees and Eagle River Water and Sanitation District employees next Wednesday, July 29, at noon, in Council Chambers. The developer will make a brief presentation and will provide reservation contracts for your review. Prior to that meeting, I will be sending each of you an information packet, with floor plans, elevations, and information about the development. Some of the units in the development are reserved for the District, some for TOV critical employees and some for the general public. The units not purchased by TOV critical employees or District employees will be added to the pool to be made available to the general public. In order to move forward with the community lottery for the remaining units, we will need to know by August 12 if you would like to buy a unit. We will need you to return a completed reservation contract and a 3°s down payment, which will be held in escrow until closing. The Town Council has provided an opportunity for critical employees to have "first pick" of the units in this development. If you have any questions, or would like to see a larger set of plans than those in the information packet, please give me a call (x-2440) or e-mail me with your questions. Thanks. Fwd=by:=Pam=Brandmeye=7/22/98==6:21pm== Fwd to: Anne Wright Please copy for Council packets - I believe they would like to stay up to speed on where we are w/this process. Thanks! Page: 1 Sunday, July 19, 1998 THE DE~ The latest buzz about El Ninooo Africanized bee colonies grow The Associated press near the entrance (of a hive), they in the garage, each with at least TUCSON - El Niho apparently came out by the thoasands." 45,000 bees. has something else to answer for Other evidence of rampant re- "Right now you have a whole = an eruption of Africanized bee production: bunch of little time bombs waiting colonies. ¦ The estimated 45,000 bees that to go off, and all they need is a When food is plentifui, bees build produced 175 pounds of honeycomb stimulus," said Thoenes. up honey supplies and swarm to in the ceiling of a vacant rental Africanized bees migrated. into create new colonies. El Nido's house. The colony crashed through southern Arizona from Megico in rains produced a frenzy of blooms. the ceiling about the time would-be 1993 and quickly spread nort}i- Sijice April, bees have been using renters were to tour the place late ward. They have been blamed for the resulting pollen and nectar to last week. three human deaths and numerous establish new colonies. ¦ The colony that made its home animal attacks in Arizona. Their homes are in roofs, sheds on the fifth floor of the Pima Coun- One factor helping their num- and other small cavities through- ty Health and Welfare Building. bers grow is the parasitic mite in- ; out Tucson and elsewhere in south- After bees inside were kilied and fection that has caused a decline of ; ern Arizona. openings were sealed, said Steve wild European honeybees across ` ,On a cliff near Oracle where re- Thoenes, president of BeeMaster the country, said Thoenes; the Afri- searcher Gerald Loper had been Inc. of Tucson, there still were canized bees seem to have a degree kQeping track of 12 hives for years, 8,000 to 9,000 trying to get back in. of resistance to the mites. he now has found more than 100. ¦ The bees that kept Karen Fish- Thoenes, who has swarming sta- And they didn't like it when Lop- er and other members of her fami- tistics that go back 24 years, said er recently checked on them. ly bottied up in their Vail home for this year's season is by far the big- "They were terrible. I've never about six hours last Sunday. The gest on record - and isn't over been attacked any worse. They had bees poured out of the rafters of a yet. "Watch out for established col- me running," even though he was neighbor's garage, perhaps excited onies, because right now they are wearing a full-body protective suit; by the work of a nearby bulldozer. big enough to be dangerous," he ~ Loper said. "As soon as you got A bee remover found two colonies said. ! h L • +.t7 v ~ . `--~LY'~ %nday, Jul , 1998 • THE DENVER POST s.• . . ~ Campaign touts Va1*1 summers ~ Reece & Ca ~ takes scattershot _J , approach in ads ~ AIL - Marketing the Vail ' Valley during the winter months is a no brainer. ~ ' V When domestic and for- eign travelers hear the name "Vail," they automatically think e "skiing." That's fine for November through April when - barring a snow drought - area ski resorts, restaurants and merchants attract lots of attention from lots of visi- tors with lots of money. E[owever, when May rolls around and; the ski slopes close the Vail Valley is a tougher sell to tourists. Summer business amounts to one- fift:h of business that the ski season brings to the area. ~ But what is Vail Valley SUI17- Special to The Denver Pos4 mer? Hiking? Biking? Horseback A direct-maii piece sent to 30,000 people who vis- bowls are even more spectacular this time of ridkng? Art, food and wine festi- ited the Vail Valley reads, `Dare we say the back year?' vals? River rafting? Golf? All of the above. And thaYs the problem, ample, shows a shot of a white-wa- activities. She also compiled an the spelling in the ad, "Why barbe- say the board members of the mar- ter rafting trip and a picture of a inch-thick press kit that was sent to que when you can barbacoa?" Love keting effort that promotes Vailfs hot tub. more than 100 reporters. the ad, don't love the spelling. Fo- off season. "People comment that they like Vail Valley's target market is garty fired off a memo, where he "One of our biggest problems in to be on the edge of the wilderness families with household incomes of conceded, "You were right." Then achieving our objectivesis that un- but want to go back to sophistica- at least $100,000, Boyle said. attached his exhaustive Internet like winter where we have a world- tion," Reece said. "We're interested in bringing pea research on the subject., class highly focused product, our Another part of the overall cam- ple into the valley who are able to The mainstay of Fogarty's de- product in summer is extremely di- paign is a direct-mail piece sent to spend money." fense is that businesses use a variety verse," said Ross Boyle, a market- 30,000 people who visited the of spellings - BBQ, Bar-B-Que, Bar ing„board member and Vail Valley monntain towns during the winter. Spelll(1g It Out ge Que, etc. - in their names. Using reSident. "IYs more difficult to get The post-card piece reads, "Dare I promised pon Fogarty of Fo- that argument, then Kwik-Kogy a sound-bite image in order to send we say the back bowls are even garty Communications that I'd Printing is OK? How about Limo a clear mes- more spectacular this time of give him a chance to defend his use Xpress? Midnite Liquor? _ sage. The `al- year?" and includes the Vail Valley of the quirky spelling of 6ar6eque Whatever happened to tradition- ine ex eri- Summer lo 0 p p g. (American Heritage and Webster's al spellingue? ence' doesdt Vail Valley's summer marketing Ninth Collegiate say barbecue) in get it." budget is nearly $i million, collect- his ad campaign for Chipotle Megi- Penny Parker writes about re- ~ For the past ed from the towns of Avon, Beaver can Grill. tailing, marketing and •advertisiog M nine years, Creek, Vail and Minturn, and Vail In this space two weeks ago, I for The Denver Post. Her column since the in- Resorts Inc. But that money isn't chided Fogarty and company for appears Sundays. ception of the guaranteed each year, so the board V a i l V a l l e y h a s t o g o b e g g i n g f o r i t a s p a r t o f m a r k e t i n g its annual efforts to attract sum- board, it's mer visitors. Penny Parker been Reece & Because of its million-dollar Co.'s job to sell marketing investment, Vail Valley Advertising & summer in an attracts a greater share of visitors Marketing area known than it did 10 years ago, Boyle said. for winter. But Vail is slicing off a bigger Reece, a Den- piece of a smaller pie. The market- ver advertis- ing board members maintain if ingfirm lead by David Reece, uses voters hadn't done awap with the a scattershot approach to selling tourism taa in 1993, Vail would be surhmer. better off by taking a smaller piece Reece has designed about 40 of a bigger pie. black and white small-space ads "In its infinite stupidity, Colora- that run in national magazines do did away with the statewide _ such as The New Yorker. Each ad marketing program," Boyle said. _ sells a different aspect of the sum- "When it was in place, we were No. mec mountain eaperience. i in summer marketing ia visita- "The goal of the campaign is to tions. Now, we're not in the top 10. talk to as many kinds of experi- For us, we don't have the state um- ences as we can," Reece said. "We brella under which to market." try to hook your attention long The Vail Valley marketing team enough for you to say, `I want to is attempting to create a special know more,' and you'll order the marketing district that would be vi4itors guide. The goal is not to funded through a 1.5 percent lodg- se11 the whole valley, but just one ing tax and would require voter ap- aspect." proval. The marketing district The ads are designed to coa% the would extend from east of Vail reader into action, which involves Pass to Cordiilera and Wolcott. picking up the phone, sending an e- The public relations compoaent mail or writing to request a visi- of the summer campaign is the re- tors guide. The guide then tells the sponsibility of Pat Peeples, owner whole story about the wide variety of Peeples Ink, a Beaver Creek of - activities that the mountain public relations firm. Before creat- cotnmunities have to offer during ing her own company, Peeples the summer. worked as a communications di- As a test this year, Reece is eg- rector at Winter Park and for Vail tepding the campaign to include Resorts. Her last job for Vail Re- color print ads. "With color, we can sorts was marketing director for paant a more dramatic picture," Beaver Creek. R2ece said. The ads justapose a Peeples' push is to get travel, nature shot with a scene that trigh- trade and business press to write lights indulgence. One ad, for eg- stories about Vail Valley's snmmer RECEIVED ~ ~ 303.620.4094 Fax PROMI5E COLORADO Community Lead Contact Form PROMISE . .•A.. From + Name Phone Below is the name of the Lead Contact we have selected for our community who will serve as a point of contact for people from our area interested in attending the Promise Colorado Summit and who is willing to keep in contact after the Summit to report local plans and progress. Contact Name Title Affiliation Address City Zip Phone Fax E-mail Please return the enclosed Lead Contact form by July 24 to Promise Coloradq 1391 N. Speer Blvd., Suite 600, Denver CO 80204 If you have questions, please call Lynette Murphy at (303) 595-1604. 'v`errre;.C0 80204-2559 303.595.1604 Phone 303.620.4094 Fax July 15, 1998 The Honorable Rob Ford Mayor Vail 75 S Frontage Rd W PROMISE • •RAD• Vail, CO 81657 Dear Mayor Ford: On September lOth-12th, communities from across the state will convene in Denver for the Promise Colorado Summit on Youth and Volunteerism. We are pleased to invite the community of Vail to send a delegation to the upcoming summit on strengthening resources for children and youth throughout the state through the power of volunteerism. Promise Colorado is our state's response to the challenge set forth by the Presidents' Summit for America's Future last year. At the national summit, Presidents Clinton, Bush, Carter, Ford, and First Lady Nancy Reagan, along with thousands of delegates from every state, resolved that every child in America should have access to five fundamental resources that significantly reduce problems facing America's youth: mentoring, safe places, healthy starts, marketable skills, and the opporiunity to serve. America's Promise - The Alliance for Youth, led by General Colin Powell, was formed to spearhead the effort. Tens of thousands of people are now making personal, organizational and community commitments to meet the goals. Colorado's Challenge - Promise Colorado's goal is to increase the capacity of support systems available in our neighborhoods and communities - families, neighbors, congregations, schools, organizations, associations, businesses, and government - through increased collaboration and volunteerism. The Summit's Organizing Committee, a broad-based coalition, has planned a series of events that will enable communities and citizens to develop, identify and access resources in new ways, including volunteerism as the mechanism for meeting community needs. Our request to you: 1. Select a Lead Contact for your community who will serve as a point of contact for people from your area interested in attending, and who is willing to keep in contact after the Summit to report local plans and progress. Please return the enclosed Lead Contact form to Promise Colorado by July 31. 2. Assemble an energized community team to attend the Summit and gather ideas on ways that your community can increase access to the five resources and create a broader community agenda for addressing the needs of youth and volunteerism. Sign your team up by August 14. . s Enclosed are registration packets for the event. Please feel free to copy the materials. Response to our postcard mailed several weeks ago has been very positive - communities are already requesting information on how to get involved, how to become a Community of Promise, and how volunteers from nonprofits, schools, businesses and others can help. Community Teams - Our goal is to have teams representing all sizes of communities. Teams will represent their area by sharing information on local needs, programs, and interests in effectively delivering services more broadly. The Summit includes sessions for teams to network with other delegations and to work as a group to synthesize information. Sending a team will create a nucleus that can bring the message of the Summit back to others in your local area. We encourage you to consider sending a team of 5-8 people who represent a diverse cross-section of your community, such as ¦ Mayar/elected official or representatives of local government ¦ Nonprofit Youth AdvocateNolunteer Coordinator ¦ Faith community representative ¦ Health representative or business leader active in youth issues ¦ Educator ¦ Youth (age 13-18) ¦ Citizen at large. Some smaller communities may wish to share a team with nearby communities, while others may send multiple teams. Individual registrations are accepted as well. Please note, we encourage all teams to bring a youth member. The Summit Organizing Committee has a fund to help defray the expenses for youth members. Further, we are willing to waive the registration fee for one Team Member from up to 25 communities, with priority on outlying communities, to defray expenses for teams, if needed. Please have your Lead Contact call our office with the name of the Team Member requesting a waiver as we will not be able to grant more than one waiver per community or more than 25 total. At the Summit, each community may choose its own response to the challenge. Some will take steps to become a Community of Promise. Others may convene a local summit or similar event to mobilize increased volunteerism and collaboration, and others may explore innovative ways to improve the quality of life for children and youth. Information on technical assistance and follow-up local summit planning, media outreach and funding will be announced at the Summit. Please do not hesitate to call Lynette Murphy at the Promise Colorado office at 303.595.1604 with any questions. See you in September! S' cerely, ~ ~`7ean i j j'al~.o Dr. Albert Yates Honorary Summit Co-chair Honorary Summit Co-chair Vice President Chancellor KUSA- Channel 9 7 Colorado State University System Enclosure -2- Promise Colorado ~ A Summit on Youth and Volunteerism September 10 - 12, 1998 Colorado's Response to America's Promise . . • . The vision of Promise The Summit will help define Colorado's commitment to America's Colorado is to increase the capacity of support systems (families, Promise - not just a commitment to numbers, a commitment to neighbors, congregations, schools, organizations, businesses, and names and faces of children and youth throughout our state. government) available in neighborhoods and communities through Each participant will leave with the following tools: colloboration, action, and volunteerism. The purpose of Promise Colorado, our state's follow-up action to the Presidents' • A working knowledge of the five fundamental resources Summit is to: for youth. • Ideas for continuing the dialogue at the local level, including •Develop o coordinated effort to strengthen and broaden becoming a Community of Promise. the resources serving children and youth in Colorado. • New contacts, partners and resources to address the needs .Provide training in volunteer recruitment and development. of youth. •Increase public awareness of the spectrum of volunteer • Technical assistance on strengthening civic participation, activities statewide. volunteerism and community coalitions. •Develop strategies and strengthen networks that increase opporrunities for Coioradans oT ail ages to contribute to their communities. General Colin L. Powell USA (Ret.) Chairman, America's Promise What is America)s Promise? In 1997, Presidents Clinton, Bush, Carter, Ford, and First Lady Nancy Reagan convened the Presidents' Summit on America's 'i Future, a national meeting committed to increasing access to the following five fundamental resources for - youth: ~ • Ongoing relationships with caring adults. . ~ 1 • Safe places and structured adivities during Ir's n;;rr rn orir foczss ta " non-school hours. rr-z :cbere the real work •A healthy start for a healthy future. < <<zlrnot hope to rri~ir r~~~tr,_ al ot r•eaching tivo •Marketable skills through effective education. s1zlr';ou ~o>--,;,rer_ ata stroke. It <i;r ~',iered or2e cor~z- • Opportunities to give back through service. lr . . -nt~;rirp,r_ onestreetatt,i " 4 Under the leadership of General Colin Powell, America's ;;;<<, r,it,r time." ~ Promise-The Alliance for Youth was formed to ensure that "two-million odditional children and youth will have - lira L. Powell F~~E access to all five resources and five-miilion will have access to at least one more resource by the year 2000." i'rornise _ . ~ Edward James Olmos We're All in the Same Gang i Award-winning actor Edward James Olmos believes in giving back to the community and to the world professionally and personally. Working with kids at risk is the passion thot feeds his acting, according to Olmos. His one-man public service program delivers messages about personal ( responsibility in 150 schools and juvenile centers a year. His leadership on racial unity, civii rights, ~ and the restoration of Los Angeles neighborhoods rocked by violence during the 1992 riots has garnered numerous tributes and awards. Olmos' address, "We're All in the Same Gang" will set the stage for collaboration on the needs of youth and community. Shahara Ahmad-Llewellyn America's Promise America's Promise board member Shahara Ahmad-Llewellyn is an articulate spokesperson on public and private sector collaboration. She is committed to utilizing her expertise as vice president of Coca Cola Bottling Co. of Philadelphia, board member of Golden Books Family Entertainment, and other I~ ventures to assist nonprofit and public projects. Tom Sutherland Fulfilling the Promise: Lessons from Beirut u Dr. Thomas Sutherland survived over six years as an American hostage in Lebanon. His inspiring . ; . message, "Fulfilling the Promise: Lessons from Beirut" on commitment to ideals, risk-taking, dealing with adversity, and service as a hallmark of citizenship and freedom will affirm your dedication to making a difference. Jean Galloway and Dr. Albert Yates Honorary Co-Chairs Two of Colorado's most notable advocates of volunteerism and civic participation, Jean Galloway, Vice President, KUSA-Channel 9 and Dr. Albert Yates, Chancellor, Colorado State University System will preside over Summit activities. W - 0 - - . U Volunteer Fair Volunteer Training Day Summit on Youth & Z Building Pubiic Awareness 8uilding Skills & Knowledge Volunteerism ~ Taking Action to 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Empower Youth and Mobilize Community 16th Street Mall Denver Performing Resources Q Arts Complex Learn about a wide range 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ~ of nonprofit organiza- A full day of training, Q tions, check out volunteer networking and technical Denver Performing openings and match your assistance on trends and Arts Complex W interests to needs. best practices in volunteer J management, youth devel- An interactive day ~ opment, and service mod- designed to share els, including special ses- needs, link resources, Q sions just for youth. Take discuss collaborative W part in one of four special strategies, and commit T community-service projects. to strengthening local J~ Relax at a reception, an all- initiatives on youth and U ages dance or an evening volunteerism. ~ at the theatre. _ PROPOSED SCHEDULE 1716th treetMall a.m. - 2:30 p.m. area nonprofit organizations will promote their current volunteer needs and opporfunities. - Denver Center for the Performing Arts 7:30 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast 8:00 a.m. Welcome Fulfilling the Promise: Lessons from Beirut Dr. Thomas Sutherland Theme # Title Presenter Description America's Promise 1-1 The Nation's Promise Anne Daugherly, Exciting promises are being made all over the country. Hear America's Promise about these national initiatrves and how to become a Community of Promise. Promise 1: Caring Aduks 1-2 Building Caring Partners Association Make mentoring programs more effective by looking at Relationships with successful models utilized by the Partners programs across Mentoring Magic the state. VoluMeer Management 1-3 Motivating Volunteers Jep Enck, Learn the keys to effedively motivate volunteers so the word Humon Resource and work can spread! Insiitute Voluntcer ManagemenT 1-4 Women in TBA What are some of the ways ihat women's roles have leadership changed? What are the trends and opportunities for the p ~ future? Z d p c~+s Fundroising 1-5 Steps to Successful Steve Graham, If the only thing between you and your plan is money, don't ~ c (Repeats at 10:45) Grant Proposals Community Resource miss this session on developing successful grant pro posals, Center prina~les of philanthropy, irends in Colorado's funding _ ~ and diversiiying yourfunding base. ° Technology 1-6 Team TECH AmeriCorps VISTA This innovative program is helping nonprofits make better . p g Team TECH use of technology. Pick up pointers from organizations that 0: are successfully uvng technology. - Impaci Programming 1 J Evaluation Strategies Sue Hyatt, Just hoping to make a difference doesn't cut it anymore. for Mentoring Programs Project STAR Learn evaluation models and tools that will help you track ~ your impacF. Public Awareness 1-8 Beyond Charity... Jack Real, Colorado Da you want to create systemic change? This workshop will - Becoming an Advocate Coalition for ihe help yau be an effective voice in the tormation of public ~ Homeless policy. . Youth Development 1-9 Speok Out Dave $talls, Is your communify youth friendly? What would you like to . (9 a.m. - 17 a.m.) Inner Places, Inc. see happen? This is a chance to speak out about your Open only to youth issues, Irves and suggest pradical opportunties for change. Promise 2: $afe Hrnens 2-1 Effective Youth Crime Debbie Groves, Examine three replicable models for youth crime prevention r Prevention Youth Crime PrevenTion that are working in rural, urban and resort communities of ~ and Intervention Specialist Colorado. Promise 4: Marketable $kills 2-2 $chools as Centers of Greg Boyd, Communities New partnerships among schools and communities are Through Education Community in $chools of Colorado and opening to serve at risk youih. Learn about a new school- Joan Asthman, Denver within-a-sthool that is garnering national attention. Bronco Youth Academy Volunteer Management 2-3 Building Healthy Jep Enck, Human Great teamwork doesn f just happen. Learn strategies for Relationships Institute Resource building great volunteer and staff teams. Volunteer Management 2-4 Intergenerational Volunteer Germaine Deitsch, Learn how to effectively recruit volunteers of all ages. C4£ Management Spellbinders and Judy Priebe, p Care Castle Intergenerational Z a Child Care Center ~6i Fundraising 2-5 Steps to Successful Grants (Repeat of 7-5) (See 1-5 above) Technology 2-6 Integrating Technology inTo Local nonprofit rePresentatives Presenters will facilitate roundtable discussions on how to = o Your Agency who have "been there" form a technology committee, anticipate hardware and software issues, find affordable training, develop a web a~ page, and maximize e-mail and Internet connedions. Impact Programming 2-7 Evaluation Strategies for Sue Hyatt, Project STAR Fine-tuning your e~atuation skiils can help you make a dif- Volunteer Programs ference and promote your program! Public Awareness 2-8 Are You Media Sawy? Jon Pushkin, Public Do you know wnaYs newsworthy and how to sell your Relations Consultant and story? This skill-building session will help participants learn Samaniha Levine, U.S. Bank ihe "do's and don'is" of media relations. Youth Development 2-9 Forging New Links: Youth YouthBiz, Eagle Rock School, Workshops designecl to help youth get more involved in the (1 7: 75 a.m. - 72: 15 p.m.) Skiil Bwlding YouTh Volunteer Corps of community, implement service prajects from start to iinish, America,Open only to youth Service Learning-CO Dept. of organize peers, and work with adults! Education, and Beacon Neighborhood Centers. It CONTINUED-- 12:15 - 2:00 p.m. Lunch Theme # Title Presenter Description Promise 3: Healthy $tarts 3-1 Making Colorado the Best Sharon Hartman, Learn how your community can provide a warm Place to Raise a Child Bright Beginnings welcome to families of young children. Bright Beginnings and Warm Welcome volunteers work with families of newborns to increase access to pre-notal ond develop- mentally appropriate care. Promise 5: Community 3-2 Service thot Makes Ann Baker and Brian Learn how Youth Corps projects throughout the state are $ervice a Lasting Difference Bourdages, CO Environmental improving Colorado's environment through conservation Youth Corps Initiative service projeds. Volunteer Managemenf 3-3 Recruitment Trends Jill Friedman Fixler Changing demographics mean new strat?gies are needed Training By Design to attract volunteers. Learn how to apply these trends to your volunteer program. • ~ Voiunteer Management 3-4 Self-Care for the Volunteer Bobbie D'Addario, Volunteer managers expend a lot of energy encouraging Manager Smaky Hill United others. Don't forgei to refuel your energy and soui. Methodist Church Fundraising 3-5 Building $uccessful Joni Baird, Johns Manville This lively interactive session will include leoding repre- ~ Relationships with Funders Corporation; Jane Leighty sentatives from Colorado foundations and corporations. po Justus, The Leighty Foundation; ~ p E Jeff Pryor, Anschutz Family ~ d Foundation; and Rich Rainaldi, U.S. Bank > g , Technology 3-6 Virtual Visianing for Mary Lou McNatt, Explore cyberspace and Iink up to best virtual sites. Learn ; 0g Volunteerism Regis University and the how to apply telecommunications and the Internet To vol- a Center for Service Learning unteerism. ~g Impatt Programming 3-7 Making o Difference: Gully Stanford, Denver Learn how three programs are uTilizing the arts to build / ;ci How the Arts Can Impact Center for Performing Arts, self-esteem, basic skills and cooperation. the Lives of Children Arts 8 Learning Center ! and Youth Torie Reed, Edison School ~ Public Awareness 3-8 Building Community Supporf Jan Klepinger and Make your agency's name a household word. Learn how Lani Kian, The Denver to market your organization and develop a broad base of Dumb Friends League/The support. ¦ Humane Society of Denver, Inc. i i Here to Serve 3-9A $urprise $ervice Project Committee in Progress Bring a positive attitude, everything else is provided. Open to all Ages ~ (2-5 p.m.) ~ 3-9 6 Mural with a Mission Cylinda Booth, Artist and Paint a mural that refleds yauth, service and hope. No ArT Teacher painting skill required, just pick up a brush and contribute ~ to this Summit creation. ~ 3-9 C Smiles, $eniors and Service Volunteers of Americo Spread some sunshine. Visit with senior citizens at an area housing center. 3-9 D Visit a Youth Project Robyn Kitsutaka Visii Youth Biz, a youth-run organization that empowers Urban Education youth through training in business management. Service Corps (Space limited to first 24 people) Roundtables and Exhibits Visit exhibit tables and chat with a diverse group of Auditorium Theatre organizations about their best practices in an informal setting. 3:45 - 5:00 p.m. Reception Special Guest: $harara Ahmad-Llewellen, Bonfils Theatre Vice Chairman af ihe Board, America's Promise 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. After Flours Enjoy a play or kick up your heels at the all-ages dance. 8:00 P.M. (See the registration form for details) • • • - • - • - Denver PerForming Aiis Center 6:00 a.m. Juice and Jog on the Galleria 7:30 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfnst - Bonfils Theatre 8:00 a.m. Welcome to $ummit Day "We're All in the Same Gang" Edward James Olmos 9:15 a.m. Benchmarks for Progress > Sharing Colorado's Youth Perspedives Maria Guajardo Lucero, Assets for Colorado What We Know about What Works Ken Seeley, Colorado Foundation for Families and Children 10:10 a.m. Charge to the Delegates ~ 10:30 a.m. Building Communily: Sharing Needs and Strategies for Collaboration - Auditorium Theatre > Concurrent Sessions on the Five Fundamental Goals •Ongoing Relationships with Caring Adults ~ • Safe Places and Strudured Adivities ~ •A Healthy Start •Marketable Skills through Effedive Education •An Opportunity to Give Back Through Service 12:00 p.m. Lunch 1:15 p.m. Call for Communiiy Action: Regional Breakout Sessions - Auditorium Theatre •Region One (Northwest) •Region Four (North Central) •Region Six (Noriheast) •Region Two (Southwest) •Region Five (Southeast) •Region Seven (Denver Metro Area) •Region Three (Mountain) 4:00 p.m. Colorado's Promises, Resources and Commitments - Bonfils Theatre 4:45 p.m. Carrying the CommitmerN Forward: IYs Up to You PROMISE COLORADO i/ ; 1391 N. Speer Bivd., Suite 600 ~ Denver, CO 80204 ; 303.595.1604 Phone ' 303.620.4094 Fax www.cccoes.edu:500 PROMISE . Registration Form REGISTRATION DEADLINE: AUGUST 14. • PLEASE NOTE EARLY HOTEL DEADLINES. ONE PERSON PER FORM PLEASE. PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT NAME: ORGANIZATION: 41 MAILING ADDRESS: a STATE: ZIP• PHONE: ( ) FAX: ( ) E-MAIL: PLEASE CHECK ONE: ~ Q I AM APPLYING FOR A YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP. (IF YES, ATTACH LETTER.) ~•7 ~I AM: 0 AN INDiVIDUAI PARTICIPANT O O I WOULD PREFER VEGETARIAN MEALS. ' 0 COMMUNITY TEAM DELEGATE O O I WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER TO HELP WITH THE SUMMIT. TEAM NAME/CONTACT: Q 0 I NEED SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS (IF YES, PLEASE DESCRIBE SPECIAL NEEDS.) I WILL ATTEND THE FOLLOWING EVENTS: (PLEASE CHECK ONE) AFI'ER HOURS EVENTS ~ (REGISTRATION MUST BE RECEIVED BY 8/14 TO RESERVE THEATRE TICKEfS AT GROUP RATE.) ~ FEE EVENT # OF FEE EVENT TICKETS SUBTOTAL ' 0 $100 TRAINING DAY & SUMMIT 9/11 -12 INCLUDES TRAINING, RECEPTION & SUMMIT 0 $19/EA. ALWAYS PATSY CLINE 40 ~ 0 $60 TRAINING DAY AND RECEPTION ONLY - 9/11 0 $10/EA. ALL AGES DANCE ! ~ (Registration 0$60 SUMMIT DAY ONLY - 9/12 and Events TOTAL ENCLOSED: ' ON-SfTE REGISTRATION WILL BE AN ADDITIONAL $20 O CNECK O PURCHASE ORDER NO. ~ FOR EACH ONE-DAY AND TWO-DAY PACKAGE ; MAKE CHECKS PAIWLE TO:PROMISE COLORADO 0 SORRY-NO CREDR CARD REQUESTS! CALL TNE HOTEL OF YOUR CNOlCE DIRECTlY AND ASK FOR PROMISE COLORADO GROUP RATES. 4g IXECUTNE TOWER INN EMBASSY SUITES DENVER COURTYARD •n 1405 CURTIS STREET AT DENVER PLACE BY MARRIOTT - 1.800.525.6651 1881 CURTIS STREET 934 16TH STREET ~ 1.800.733.3366 1.888.249.1810 ~ RESERVE BY AUGUSTIO FOR SUMMIT RATES: RESERVE BY AUGUST 14 FOR SUMMIT RATES: RESERVE BY JULY 30 FOR SUMMIT RATES: S 125 ~ 5102 SINGLE, 3112 DOUBLE, 5132 TRIPLE $92 SINGLE, S112 DOUBLE, $132 TRIPLE SINGLE OR DOUBLE, $135 TRIPLE OCCUPANCY, ~ OCCUPANCY, PLUS TAXES. ONE-HALF BLOCK OCCUPANCY, PLUS TAX. FOUR BLOCKS FROM PLUS TAX. ON THE 16TH ST MALL AND 1.5 ' FROM DPAC AND 2 BLOCKS FROM THE 16TH DPAC AND 2 BLOCKS FROM THE 1 bTH ST. BLOCKS FROM DPAC, DEVELOPMENT BUFFS • 5T. MALL, ETI OFFERS SPACIOUS ROOMS, A MALL, OFFERS TWO-ROOM SUITES, ATHLETIC WILL MARVEL AT THE REMARKABLE RENOVA- ' RESTAURANT, ATHLETIC CENTER. CLUB, COMPLIMENTARY BREAKFAST AND TION OF A STORE INTO LUXURIOUS HOTEL. a COCKTAILS NIGHTLY. REGISTR,4TION DEADLINE: AUGUST 14. • NO REGISTR,qTION REFUNDS AFTER SEPTEMBER 1, 1998. • SPECIAL EVENT TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. PIEASE SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR WORKSHOP PREFERENCES. Registration Form - Continued FRIDAY WORKSHOP SESSIONS To help us predict interest and room placement, please check the sessions you wili be most likely to attend. You will not be limited to these sessions on Friday. O 1-1 The Nation's Promise ~ 0 1-2 Building Caring Relationships with Mentoring Magic O 1-3 Motivating Volunteers ~ O 1-4 Women in Leadership ~ O 1-5 Steps to Successful Grant Proposals - (Repeats at 10:45) ~ O 1-6 Team TECH O 1-7 Evaluation Strategies for Mentoring Programs ~ O 1-8 Beyond Charity... Becoming an Advocate 0 1-9 Speak Out (Open only to youth) (9 a.m. - 11 a.m.) O 2-1 EfFective Youth Crime Prevention . O 2-2 Schools as Centers of Community O 2-3 Building Healthy Relationships • O 2-4 Intergenerational Volunteer Management 0 2-5 Steps to Successful Grants • O 2-6 Integrating Technology into Your Agency O 2-7 Evaluation Strategies for Volunteer Programs Q 2-8 Are You Media Sawy? • 0 2-9 Forging New Links: Youth $kill Building (Open only to youth) (17:75 a.m. - 12:75 p.m.) Q 3-1 Making Colorado the Best Place to Raise a Chiid 0 3-2 Service that Makes a Lasting Difference ~ O 3-3 Recruitment Trends • O 3-4 Self-Care for the Volunteer Manager ~ 0 3-5 Building Successful Relationships with Funders O 3-6 Vrtual Visioning for Volunteerism O 3-7 Moking a Difference: How the Arts Can impact the Lives of Chiidren and Youth • O 3-8 Building Community Support Here to Serve C 3-9A Suprise Service projed • (2-5 p.m.) • O 3-9 B Mural with a Mission C 3-9 C Smiles, Seniors and Service 0 3-9 DVisit a Youth Projed Scholarship Promise Colorado assistance is available for youth ages 13-21. Preference will be given to youth who attend as Ororanizers part of a Community Team, who are active in community service, and who are willing to share b Summit information with others in their community. Scholarships may include waiver of Promise Colorado is a non- registration fee, up to $20/day for food/transportation, and up to $45 night/up to two nights portisan, non-denominational for hotel if traveling more than 40 miles. To apply, attach a letter to your registration form effort coordinated by a broad- with responses to the following: based committee with represen- 1. Name, Age, and Community Team tatives from: 2. If under 18, the name, phone and signature of City of Aurora parent/guardian/chaperone responsible for you during the Summit. City and County of Denver Colorado Council of Churches 3. A brief description of: Cotorado Municipal League • Recent community involvement and impact your Colorado Youth at Risk service had on the community Communities in Schools of • Ways you could share information from the Summit Colorado with your community, particularly youth Directors of Volunteers in • Amount and type of assistance requested. Agencies (DOVIA) Governor's Commission on National and Community Stroll the 16th Street Mall Service and visit a variety of interesting booths. For furfher information, . Joint Action in Community Prom~se Colorado's name, Service, Inc. call Joy, Metro Volunteers!, 303.894.0103. ext.l b. like our mission, builds on Metro Volunteersi the concept of America's Neighborhood Resource Center Promise. Both convey the of Metro Denver Be sure to check individual agreement a vol- parfners Association out the community service projects designed especially for the unteer makes to rovide p Up with People Summit. Take part in an environmental project, visit with senior involvement to an overall Volunteers for Outdoor citizens, paint a mural and more! vision for improvement, as Colorado well as the indication of Youth Power future excellence that com- On Friday night, early registrants mitment provides. TilaI1kS tO can take advantage of group tickets to Always Patsy Cline, a fun-filled revue, at the DPAC. Youth and adults alike may attend Promise Colorado's graphic Summit Sponsors! an all-ages dance at featuring local entertainment. identity provides a visual rep- Below is a partial list of organiza- resentation of the individual tions that are investing in Colorado participation that is the cota- youth and volunteers through sup- _ _ N lyst for change. The blue and Port of the Summit, as of June, 26. . . . _ o ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ _ purple banners are subt(e allusions to Colorado's sky Big Brothers Big Sisters of and landscape. Colorado, Inc. ~ City and County of Derner r~ ~~ZS~AUR.aRIq P nnARKET Coors Brewing Company `Ifa better society is to be Corporation for National N built, orae rnore just ancl Service p ~i^^E, R , Denver Center for the ~ loving and providing oppor•- Performing Arts ' LAWRENCE tunitv forpeople to grozu t6ie Frueauff Family Foundation a~Ml~l ~ 177 nrost ee ~.ctia~e arrd eeoraomi- Governor's Commission on ~___J CONSTRUCTIONARfA,,,~, z,, ENTERGARAGE qRp,pAHOE National and Community W W calwav.-. isto;nise... neio Service ' I f y . volatratary reoerrerative Johns Manville Junior Lea9ue of Denver ~ m actiorrs... bv committed indz- ~ a ' cuRns - King Kolor ~ viduals. " KUSA - Channei 9 W Monigle Associates RoFier-t Greenleat Peak Foundation I ~Zj ~ENTERGARAGE ~ cHannPA The Sir Speedy - Cherry Creek Servcrrlt Leader The Denver Foundation U.S. Bank US WEST 00 S: n pa • sao»:) •nvAm bSSZ-b0Z08 OD 'Janua4 009 a+inS '•p^I8 jaadS 'N lb£ L Oa"OlOD 3SIWO21d •ajnv} ja4aq o 04 paµiwwo:) aj,noA loyl opoJoIo:) asiwwd ol Aopo; aa;siBa-d aDinaas /4iunwwo:) y6nojy~ IDoq 6uinicJ :anJas uoijn:)npa anij:)a}ya yBnoayl sjjijs alqolalioyy :yDnal ajij ui ~Jojs Ay~1109y y :ajryjnN • C • . • O moaB pue uioal ol sa:)Dld a~os :Pa4oJd 3SIWOUd s}inpo 6uuoD ylirn sdiysuoi}plaj 6uio6up :jo4u9y4 'UOI}DJOqDljO:) /,4iunwwo:) puo wsuaa4unl0n'ylnoA }o splail ay} ui sjaploya>lDjs y~inn aa}uo:) ol opnIoIoD 'Janu94 8£L 'oN 4iwJad 41`dd ~ 060;sod 'S'fl a;ob llna Promise Colorado ~ A Summit on Youth and Volunteerism . September 10-12 1998 Colorado's Response to America's Promise • . . • • Want to meet organizations, companies and Youth advocates, communities committed to fulfilling the Promise. volunteer and nonprofit managers, concerned citizens, faith com- •Are interested in leveraging and exponding munity leaders, business leaders, policymakers, and teams of commitments and involvement from others after community leaders, including youth ages 13-21, from across the the Summit. state who: • Believe that the entire community, working together, Participants may register individually or as a Community Team hos a role in achieving solutions. delegate. Each Team will select a point of contact who will •Are committed to meeting the needs of youth. report local plans and progress on creating a broader com- munity agenda for addressing the needs of youth through vol- • Hove a strong belief in the value of volunteerism as a unteerism. For the name and number of the person coordinat- way of mobilizing resources. ing the Community Team for your area, call 303.595.1604. I I , . ^r ~ ~ t f, Promise Colorado 1391 N. Speer Blvdo, Suite 600 Denver, CO 80204 • •R•.. Att: Lead Contact List 0 iie4DITORIAL ~'~'.a~. ~ '~t • r ~ r _ ~-~--r ~d . ~r - "~i Y S i en ' ~ y . ' " f'' . - J'yi:ta yK Gt ..;f<~- ~ "~~'A~ il~ ~4`.~ l~.14 ~ ~ WnD 1C.AN1AYi~D~ Letters The Taylois, my host famil}; are warm and welcoming, apd I have become "one of the gang." The Taylois has been terrific. My work experience has been split between Mt. Stirling, the Nordic area, and Mt. Buller, the downhill ski moun- tain. Mt. Stirling is run by Barb and Craig Jones. Barb is also a councilwoman on the Delatite Shire Council. The niountain _ has wer 601dlometeis of groomed track available when the snow conditions allrnv for it. It is covered by a beautifiil euca- lyptas forest, and has a well equipped sla hire and a bistro. I have been wrorking both in the ski hire and as an instruccor. At Mt. Buller, I am aiso working at the ski school, and am under the supervision of Brian Maguire. At the moment I am still in training to instruct with their pro- ~ gram. Mt. Buller also has a Nordic atea, , and because of my Nordic background I ' will be involved with that pmgram when ~ Yhere is enough snow for it to open. The ~ main Buller mountain is kept running with an extensive man-made snow sys- • tem. Even though the snow condirions are not always reliable, Mt. Buller has some great runs and beauriful views. On Wednesday, July 15, I met with the Delatitc Shire Council. I made a brief pre- sentation about my background, Vail and my curnent experience in Mansfield and on the mountains. The council membeis were very interested to hear a different perspec- tive of their sister ciry. They are also orga- nizng times when I can cnake presenha- tions to the local high schools. I may also be asked to present to the tourism boazd. A week from this coming Wednesda}; I wiil Greetin s from a be nmb°g vnth s°me of the'-change g workers from Mt. snuer wno are going to VailitP Tlnwn YT~r~Pr Vail for its sld seasoa I am lookmg for- T'~yi' . . : - - waiu w au vi usmx. ca~agcultuu. iaw The following lener from Yail resident cowncil has made extensive plans for the Collins Canada, an exchange student in Vail delegation when they come. I believe Eagle Counry's sister county of Delatite that they arrive only a few days befoie I Shire, was addressed to Merv Lapin and leave, but I hope that I will be able to tnake the Town of Yail: contact with dien? while they are here. I have now been in Mansfield for three Thanlc you for maldng this opportunity weeks, and I am having a wonderful expe- possible. I am enjoying every moment of it! rience. I am well settled with my host fam- Collins Canada ily and I have my work schedule deter- Yail mined for the rest of my stay in Austcalia e.~rn~a • iaai'ts. ~se 7 u TOWN OF VAIL ~ Office of the Town Manager 75 South Frontage Road Yail, Colorado 81657 970-479-2105/Fax 970-479-2157 MEMOR.ANDUM TM TO: Vail Town Council - Jssistant FROM: Pamela A. BrandmeyTown Manager DATE: July 23, 1998 RE: Proposed VRD Questions for Discussion In order to accommodate current agenda items for the Town Council, we are hoping to reschedule the VRD joint discussion with Town Council to the September 15th work session. What follows are questions staff has proposed for that discussion: 1. Share with the Town VRD's long-term strategic plan and capital improvements plan. 2. What does VRD perceive to be their role in the community facilities planning process? 3. Where do we move in the future regarding the skate board park? 4. Discussion of increased scheduling of athletic events in Ford Park. 5. Are there potential uses of RETT funds for VRD related projects (e.g., Tom Gaylord at the Nature Center may have a proposal for increased paths in and around the Nature Center area of the park). 6. Should we begin renegotiation of the golf course lease? 7. In regard to redevelopment of the golf course clubhouse, is this an appropriate site for gymnastics? ' 8. Please advise Council regarding the expansion of the locker rooms and other related facilities at the Dobson Ice Arena. 9. Should VRD, as the recreation and youth-related activities director, take more of a lead role in supplying youth events and entertainment during the 4th of July holiday and New Year's Eve? RECYCLEDPAPER Please consider the above items and feel free to add to, delete or modify in whatever way these questions. Again, there had been a request from the VRD to put an agenda together reflecting concerns and questions from both entities. These questions should be viewed only as a starting point for this upcoming discussion with VRD. PAB/aw ~ • u ~ ~y TOWN OF UAIL 75 South Frontage Road Vail, Colorado 81657 ~ 970-479-2100 FAX 970-479-2157 TM FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 27, 1998 Contact: Suzanne Silverthorn, 479-2115 Community Information OfficE TUESDAY'S BUDWEISER HOT SUMMER NIGHTS FINALE, A FIRST FOR VAIL COMMUNITY PHOTO (Vail)--Tomorrow's (7-28) Budweiser Hot Summer Nights Concert, while marking the end of another successful 7-week season, will produce something new. It will serve as this year's backdrop for Vail's annual community photograph. The photo wi!l be taken during intermission of the weekly free concert series. After a brief moment to gather the crowd below, photographer Rex Keep will take the photo from the roof of the Ford Amphitheater to capture what many consider to be one of the most enjoyable community gatherings of the year. Sponsored by the 0/ail Valley Foundation and E3udweiser, Hot Summer Nights attracts hundreds of locals each week. "The music is always great, but in this case it's the people who tend to be the draw that makes this event so successful," said John Garnsey, president of the Vail Valley Foundation. The event began in 1987 as a way to introduce people to the newly- opened Ford Amphitheater. And thaYs what makes Hot Summer Nights the fitting venue for the community photo, sponsored by the Town of Vail and the Vail Tomorrow Building Community Team. "The event tends to serve as a time to visit with people you might not have seen since the beginning of ski season," said Suzanne Silverthorn, Town of Vaii Community Information Officer, who's helping to organize the photograph. "Over and over again, you hear how this event tends to bring the larger community together, from East Vail to Edwards and beyond." (more) RECYCLEDPAPER Add 1/Community Photo Tomorrow's photograph will be taken at approximately 7:20 p.m. when Dirty Dozen, a New Orleans brass band, takes a break in its performance at the Ford Amphitheater. The band is scheduled to begin playing at about 6:30 p.m. The annual community photo, which originated during the Vail Tomorrow strategic planning process, is used to promote the community spirit of Vail. The two previous photographs were taken during Vail's annual clean-up day, another community-minded event. This year's photo will grace the cover of the Town of Vail's community newsletter to be published in August and mailed to residents and property owners in Vail. For more information, contact Silverthorn in the Town of Vail Community Information Office at 479-2115. # # # 0 17. 28. 98 05 : 417AM P02 Xc~ ~ July 27, 1888 CD Vail Town Council BAILtIN•YeEVOY Dear Council Mem6ers, A R C H I T E C T S A V 0 N Re: Ordinance to expand area o1` existinp multifamily zoned habitable units. Aa a foilow-up m my pTevious letter to Councif and my appearance before Councll on July 21, 1 am writinp to urpe Council to act speedily an this matter. Gouncil sirould consider the importance of not rostrictine the aroa of additions1 aq. footape to be bullt wtthtn an exlstlrtp volume of an existinp buildinp. I beNeve this allows owners and atchitaats to bs flaxible and imacinativa about how to maximize the usefulne" af exi8ting building6. This ordinence cen essist ths Town of Vai1 with such concerna as additional housfnp sccomrnodatlon, Increased permanent rasident numbars, and expandinp tax base. Codeg regudinp psrkinp, fire esCape, tight, ventilation, and egress already exist end wilf apply to such additions and these wlll control and disctpline other concerns and issues. I believe the existinq ordinanae which psrmits additionel erea to be added beyond the existfnp volume of slngle famify and duplex housing should be axpandad to +nclude multifemily units. lt is currentiy an inequitable ordinance particulariy when vlewed repsrdinp triplsx, 4-plax, and walk-up type multifamity unita. Yours sincerely. John Raihon PxOJECr CONCF~S • pE5J0ENCE5 FIIEIVORS • IANDSCAPE DESION Po ea 430 Aa+, cacreao e1157 M 849•5595•FAx 949- 5518 l , ~ 4VAIL MAY 19 9 8 VAIL BUSINES S TOWN RE`TjEW ~ July 23, 1998 This edition of the Vail Business Review examines May 1998 sales tax collections for monthly and quarterly filers. One third of the collections from quarterly filers are allocated to April and May for second quarter. Overall May sales tax increased 13.9% with Retail increasing 19.4%, Lodging increased 11.9%, Food and Beverage increased 20.0% and Other (which includes items such as utilities, ta.xable services i.e. plumbing, electrical and rentals or leases) decreased .2°/a. May 1997 and 1998 brought Vail the Jeep Whitewater Festival. Please remember when reading the Vail Business Review that it is produced from sales tax collections, as opposed to actual gross sales. If you have any questions or comments please feel free to call me at (970) 479-2125 or Steve Thompson at (970) 479-2116. 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RETAIL SUMMARY MAY MAY MAY 1997 1998 % COLLECTIONS COLLECTIONS CHANGE FOOD 47,230 61,223 29.6% - LIQUOR 7,885 9,288 17.8% AI'PAREL 14,679 14,263 -2.8% SPORT 19,606 23,961 22.2% JEWELRY 5,757 4,670 -18.9% GIFT 5,304 4,776 -10.0% GALLERY 1,070 3,149 194.3% OTHER 46,963 53,369 13.6% HOME 385 3,092 703.1% OCCUPATION TOTAL 148,879 177,791 19.4% Y Town of Vail 75 South Frontage Road Vai1, Colorado 81657 Printed by Pam Brandmeyer 7/27/98 9:28am From: Suzanne Silverthorn To: DEPT_pIRECTORS GROUP Subject: ' FYI...Vail's Annual Community ~ Photograph will be taken at Tuesday's Hot Summer Nights event during the break at c~ o,(, ud'Nj ---------about 7e20 pm. ===NOTE====------=====7 /27 /9 8==9 : 2 0am== ~.~.~(•id Page: 1 M -•.•w - lllt. DENNU Posr\ ; - - - ' , , o n 1 i a e y CTIVE • . .,F.,. "^"`"-clernerpost.com y,..July26, 1998 SECTION J THEDENVERPOST ~ _ . ~ . 0• _ E MIS sioll . • I.MPASSABLE? i. ~ F ~ te's vision t . a s , ~ Kves way for ` i T t V 0~11 g ~ , . rmo Vidal . 0 fhrai8h the mountains presents rado wit6 one of its toughest _ portation challenges. We must ~ alance the needs of this strategical- ~I ly rtant interstate with the legiti- i u c II oncerns of its neighbors. ~ A~ a high-mountain road that crosses tye;~ontinental Divide twice, I-70 pro- vidpf the most direct route to Colorado's - r preo~ere yeaz-mund recreation areas. It t also lseerves as a national artery for east- wesE freight traffic. Maintaining the orderty flow of traffic through this corridor means more than a - quick, safe trip to a ski lift or a favorite fishtng spot. It also means getting the s mail and perishables delivered on time ~ thronghout the region - and the nation: - But the 1-70 corridor is also home to many , Coloradans. While 1 residents of Ciear ~ Creek, Summit and Eagle counties may reap the economic ' benefits of 1-70, they also rnusY live with a congested aighway 3- passing through tneir Videl essentially rural - rotnmunities. They wory that expansio? of the road wit] hurt the viability of their - commtmities in the 21st ce nturv Colorado's vision for I-70 from Denver Infernatiooai .Airport to Eagie C'oanty Airport addresses both sides of these ron- cerns. The Colorado Department of :;.dup.^,Ptoticu i~as deve:upctia tw ,iuid " , ~T.~n to .~ropose~i 1'I~J ~ EisenhowerTunnei Above, CDOT's vision nf the future ~ I} 3n tbe short term, we will focus on ~ ~ improving the flow of traffic on the eaist- ~ 1mprOVPII~P.nIJ giWf Central of I-70 inciudes a monorail, in addi- ~ tion to flexianes and other improve- ~ ing hfghwap while enhancing aviation and Vail s Diilon Plume. Cih' ~ :~8L-ibk Ha% bus syskems. Wolcott i ments. At IeR, map shows iranspor- tation plans for individual segments E 2) In the fong term, we will work with N ~ the floinrado Intermountain Piged Guide- r of the interstate. Waetkori to develop aad build a vi- 1 5i~~~~; -'o Idah ~ o' nn9s . ; ~ - p 47 ~ s:oa~F~ f'u~guideway transit system that tvi~ increase the transportation ca- Georyetom ~ i padtp of the corridor without a major Keystone o interim commuter rail widming of the highway. CDOT is solidl p c o m m i t t e d t o t h i s m u l- wood Gypsum Frontage road improvements i 1 Avon i 2 4,~ grecke n r i d g e • o A c cel e r a ti o n/ d e c e l e r a 5 o n l a n e s timodal vision. We have worked dosely ~~9s Dotsero Eagle Edwards Mintum\ Frisco ~ d Truck Gimbing lanes wit6 uaers of the highway and local com- GeRe)danes umai#ies to ensure that the vision meets . P ometric im rovements - ? o LDP.ttneeds. Now, we must begin the work SourceColorado Depanment of 7ransoortanon The Demer Post ~Hi9h S~ FGT of ?ai0lementing this plan, which presents tuttimateN stretching from DIA to both •fffieal and technological challenges. ]enging tenain of the corridor. construc- later this vear. ThaYs when CDOT starts Glenwood Springs) { T~~~ requires a stmng statewide tion of a figed-guideway transit system is work on the required Environmental Im- estimated at between $20 million and $40 Pact Statement, which should be complet- °~'`_-a'-- •t.- _;:-5;.- :.c-1:-.,- ..,;n~..,, mnro rnnVPSYPCI PVP.N VPaP Fnr pYamnlP 1ho Fn.nrnomontal imnanf Cf.fnmonf In today's tough fiscal enviroo- of this transit system, costing between E4 Projects with adverse environmental stop-ana-go traiuc is conunon every ~un- our pian mciuaes: Meak for government, funding for the billion and $7 billion, cleariy wiii strain impacts were screened out during the just day aftemoon during July and August. v A flealane in Clear Creek County. t~t4'action of new transportation proj- our state's public resources. concluded ma or investment stud This And the longer we wait to take action, the We can ease congestion by building an a~ es dear. The price tag for the en- Fortunately, local leaders in the corri- study, wtuch developed the vision for I-70, m°re congestioo will grow. ditional lane between the Twin Tunneb A vision is between $5 bIllion and dor recognized the dilemma. They tumed went to great lengths to include all stake- If no corrective action is taken, projec- and the U.S. 40 interchange. This laae ao. To put this in context, CDOT's to the state Legislature, which responded holders. Local elected officials partici- tions show that the amount of time the could accommodate traffic in either di- c~struction n budget for ail 12 proj- bv creating the Colorado Intermountain pated, as did representatives of the truck- highway is congested will increase sia- rection, depending on volume. We can 'edj~ t~e state over the neat lU years is Fiaed Guidewa Authority (CIFGA). In in industr the ski areas, the fotd, from 120 hours annually to 700 hours build the fiealane witbout increasing ~ ths : afed at $7 billion, or $700 million ~e legislation. CIFGA is charged with the environmental community and many citi- ~ 2020 - the equivalent of two hours of I-70 footprint in Cleaz Creek County, ag ~~ly' responsibility for planning, designing and zens. We envision a similar inclusive pro- cangestion every day. In essence. I-70 wili the payoff in terms of easiag traffic coa- i ° 1*ugh 2010 (based on eapected fund- perhaps eventually building this new cess for developing the environmental cease to function as an effective inter- gestion is significant. ; ~ ifvela), the state plans $1.159 billion transit system. impact statement. state. v Reeonfigurn the Twin Tunnels east : vements to the 1-70 west corri- CIFGA has identified a very aggressive Anybody who has attem ted to drive Many tfunk the Eisenhower Tunnel cre- of Idaho S rin s Drivers slow to o t,... oi that money comes from the program that includes construction of a eastbound on I-70 through the mountains ates the I-70 congestion. Not so. The con- through the Twin Tunnels, whictt createS py Users Taz ~nd, which under demonstration project by 2003 and con- on a Sunday afternoon knows first-hand gestion primarily occurs from around a huge problem during lugh-congestion ~te constitution must be used onlp strection of the new system by 2008. Dur- that the hi hwa , as resenti confi Georgetown to the Twin Tunnels east of ~ods. EveI'touch of the brake g Y P Y 8ured, Pe Y Pedal way improvements. Our short- ing that time, CIFGA must meet the chai- simply can't handle peak traffic. On July Idaho Springs. Drivers slow on the twist- rippies back, slowing traffic to a ctawl ~program utilizing these funds is in- lenge of financing this new system. The 5, as Independence Day crowds returned inB hiSbway and at the Twin Tunnels be- all the way past Georgetown. By emplog- ' to make the ezisting highway plan it devises must be approved by Colo- to Denver from the mountains, we set a tween Idaho Springs and Floyd Hill. mg one of a number of opGons - indad- ~F i~$cient. The short-term program rado voters. CIFGA also faces the daunt- record of 46,667 vehicles passing through Just building more lanes is not the an- ~g boring a t6itd tunnel - this bottte- ludes improvements to regional ing task of developing a technology that the Eisenhower Tunnel. By midday, more swer. We know that if we try to build oar neck can be unptugged. and new bus systeRis connecting can provide fast, safe passenger transit than 4,000 vehides an hour were stream- way out of the current problem, traffic ~~o~tain communities. We anticipate over the corridor's rugged and steep ter- ing home. This traffic tidal wave over- will simply continue to increase until the ~"Smoothing" tight curves. A~ ~ederat funds wiil help provide the rain. Currently, that technology does not whelmed the highway, and families spent ezpanded highway turns out to be just as 'bf tight curves east and west of the TwfIlr **is" aad transit improvements. ezist. CDpT pledges to help in this unique literally hours traveling as slow as 4 mph. congested as today's I-70. Tunnels also force drivers W alow sigdi5- cantip. We can improve these segmeats ,,,~(~lrm fnnding remains a more cha?lenge. The Julp 5 traffic is not an everyday But we can make 140 much more eff- , qa4ation- Because of t1~e clal- . Implementation of the vision begins event. But weekend traffic has become cient and safe. Pending final approval of Please 5ee 1-70 on 4J - ~ t r" .r~: . . - u ~ , nat that no one on garth 'Demrmd to.'t efectridty bY W:~ ~ hut~d every word ~4,~'~~,~,, d61U~r td trom the . .~:.~a . of it wit6 the possible e=ceptlon of Den• ~~{i~~ mnning ~o tlut Altl~w ver Clty Councilm~nn Dennis Gallagher, out the cutbac~s, the utility~s customers 1f they haven't checked their metec'c~, ~ lent ot bad luck 4tton of 4'+ ' SC is bad enough tryiaB to Pnt this dog ate my homewurk. ased , . who has not only read it all, but wlit, on fe~ y.oll~ blackouts' and the posaibility f' sufficient rovocation, recite huge gouts atewide blackout" pitiful spin on a real cdsis. But how can After telkfng to Phoenlz and Dallae, I s,17,'1J88'e 512 million boardinB~PoP~,''X of it from memory. Why 6e wasn't laclud- °f ~~e tradition of people accustom• they get by wlthout all of Denver s press asked my radio show producer to tele~ 8~ lation 1,858,000. ~~sp r` ed on either of the judges' panela is just phone PSC to see whether it had isaued e ~another one of those thoughts be t ter le f t e d t o b e i n g t old when it is appropriate to corps speaking up? W1tt, the ateady papulation growth, barn wood, water their lawns and dr ive S ome o f you passiv e, g e t- a l o n g- a t• a y forma l press re leaee t o e x p l a i n h o w P u b- tyete y;re more potential cua t omers t o b e unthunk, their motorcars, most Front Range resi- cost consumers probahly tAink I'm 6eing Service came up short• c a tur~.d, and Reed says ad revenues help Despite the confusion and even enmi ty dents apparently accepted the fact t ha t , too toug h on Mr. Brunetti. But I q not buy But bp day's en d Monda y - when the p~ide more eervice. they are bound to cause, these two lists pSC had breached its contract to suppty into that, especialiy after talking with medie. were just beginning to catch oa ,~a ,s good~ but they migbt gain even ' have brought a litt le or der to t 6e d isor- electricity lo them. power p r o v i d e r s i n P h ce nix and Dallas. d r o p e d t 6 e b a l l - derly topic of literature, and that is hard t t PS C may ha v e Natalie Goldstein in the PSC media rela• more - ustomers i f t hey wou l d s tr tv e f o r a Amazingly, it didn't see~l to occur to (In Texas, this heat wave has killed about classy and inviting image rather than be- to do. Consider, for instance, that literary either paper, nor any of the talking heads SO people.) tions department, told us; argue earnesttq about whet her comint; tacky with ads. Just as important bookworms still °Public Service Company of lions and even ordinary ~s on the boob tube, that they may have been I was curious to know whether had electric- asked ha d no t an d has no in tention of issuin g a itting on the biggest story in this sum- ity provi ders in Colorado to De 7ver and surrounding communities , ~ Thomas Hornsby Ferril is a major minor _ amer's heat wave. customers to switch off the air condition- press release regarding this matter.„ is and to v 1 eep sual high their excellence, and not just be the American can poet. pT6ecet question may Co nev~r be do set• The story isn't that we're short on juice, ers, t e cities s tan ds o f d g~ or a minor major Ameri- dim the lights and Ponder twice be- Well, now, that's certainly reassuring, background for lasteless advertisements 's wh PSC dropped the electricity ball. fore firing up the electric stove. And Ken Hamblin (BAC@CIS.CompuServe.com; wen rollin; on wheels through their slreets. ' It tlgd, but lists like the two just released Y ~ wouldn't you know, they had not. Page: hnp:llwww.hamblin.com) wrftes Tuesdays ironm help a little, so maybe we should be Rolling browqouts in this day and age. keswoman in Phcenix, where tri- ana Sundays m The Post and is euthor of "Pick A desigr and hlstoriC p eservallonVbeA ~en 19628n ' thankful for them. Or maybe not. Don't be silly. Anyone with the slightest A spo • Jeck Klsiing Is e Denver Post columnist end urban savvy can tell you what is likely to ple•digit temperatures are the norm, said aener counuy. editorial writer. • , unve•ls vision for new I-70 ~l~o-fault Rx ~ , State , ented for hill behind them. We propose building to the curridor, pa~i e~irlt a°rPortsin The authoritysrec ntlylaonounced lo~n- l,Or HMOs I-70 from Page 1 J climbing lanes for slow traffic on George• visitors who can fly n from major hubs tends to meet these deadlmes, and to have , and increase efficiency especially during w~~~ the east side of the Eisenhower Eagle County and Aspe ; Tunnel and on Vail Pass. nationwide, as well as from Denver. Im• an operational system by 2008. CDOT inclement weather.Improve Inter• ? Automated port of entry. Trucks re- provements to these airports will help di• will support the authority in its efforts, as HMI:1 from Page 1 J ~ verl even more traffic off I-70. rieeded. TheS found that a Swedis6•style no-fault inierctiachanges. TrafEic often ls slowed by vehi• Calorado's vision for I-70 emerged S st~ m would not onty be a[fordable but cles entering and leaving 1-70 at overbur- turning to the highway after stopping at wou I also work much better than the ex- ; dened interchanges. The U.S. 40 the port of entry often tmpede traffic. Us- Bus transit. Enhan,ced bus service ~S in; system. Malpractice premiums in , n t nhnology, trucks from Denver to the resort areas Iinking f;om a year-long p collaboration be ween ebui l prime examinple, vis-, c a ing r r " y i n g l e g weigh-ina l- w e i g b moliont" s (a o~ duce con es tion o o I-7 0 a n d a l s o P d eas P Pbe ui ed with the mountain cammunities can help re- lo~aolntal ~rou'S ighway users and en- , do in the early 1990s totaled about: r o v i d e v B B sion includees is rading 1 2 terc h a nThe g e , making it easier to enter a~xl exit the a data transponder) can byp P $10; million; no-fault compensa tion eed. The an important commuting alternative for movement of passenger and f eight t af- C o l ca would have cost an estimated $80 million. highway, as we l l as the coi,s~tuction of w~~t~ nd port1near~Id ho Springs was workers. Tite group conclude d t hat no-fault in ju- ? I m rovements between West Vail recently automated and the eastbound While we work to make I-70 more effi- fic through the corri dor. We eva ua e . two new mterchanges. y p ry rlaims would cost about the same aA cient and safer in the short term, we will m~n t b elr acce t bility tohlocal eommu• s tem, but would pay compen~a- s p rt will follow. P Interrnoun and Eagle. Our vision includes widening P~ iior to three to six times as many victims, , Colorado impact ness U.S. 6 from two to four lanes between Ea- ? Incident management. Moving a be workVisonah t transit opt on that w'i 1 ment and Iiistorically significant sites. of rtedical injury. And payment would be B and the le and Avon, as well as adding accelera- wrecked or stalled veeras men tored at aa~ew xed Guid~way Authority to create n~~B g~WO kinhetogether for a long and of- lion and deceleration lanes . interchange and a new interchange just tect incidents mo the i ort Y environ- for a short perative. Video cam distanCe bet~een the existing West Vail our traffic operations center will help de- rede6ne transportation in Colorado. y QuI~, the political debate over malprao- ; ~h quickly. Cou ose o eratin~ rtesy on I pa- •25 forth Thea very legislation specific creating timetable. CIFGA CIFG set ,4 S te~n otectina the contentiqus mn year, kerests we of lo a reac6e l a commu consenni- e tic~~ suits, administrative alternatives• east oE Avon. This would create a local trols, similar to P ties. It is a rare achievement and CDOT is ha,~~ mostly been tgnored. But Health and., commuter route for residents on U.S. 6 and1-70 in metro Denver, will assisl driv- must present an interim proposal to the pammitted to tuming this vision of a less- Hu~aan Services Secretaty Donna Shalala~ the hey will tes , devel p and ,demon tgate a con ested, community-friendly I-70 trans- sa~ ~ the Clinton administration is open t~ how between Vail and Eagle, while easing wll~aDmproveacommuni iation alongboxes ? Truck climbing lanes. Steep gi'aaes ' General on I-tcaffic70 flow oflen an I-force70.trucks and other vehi- ~de safe g corridor and "incident sites" will prove portion of the new system, with a budget ortation corridor into a reality, Guillermo Vidal is the executive director QI the Col• Mit Iiael Weinstein is an editorial writer forr1he refu e for disabled vehicles. of no more than E100 million. The legisla- A l tion also requires that a proposal to fu~ ' clCS carrying largp loads to slow, forcing ? Airport enhancements. Region thi,:~e kinds of ideas. oftraffic to crawl up the airports are becoming critical gatewa}~s and construct the entire project be prts- orado oePartment oi TransPortanon. rye, York Times. atlt entire lane - i. ~ TOWN OF VAIL MEMORANDUM TO: Robert McLaurin Council Members FROM: Judy Popeck ~ DATE: July 24, 1998 RE: Investment Report Enclosed is the investment report with balances as of June 30, 1998. The estimated average yield for the debt service fund was 6.09% and 5.452% for the pooled cash fund. Currently the yield curve for 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year are 4.97%, 5.05%, and 5.11% respectively. ' Please call me if you have any questions. . Town of Vail, Colorado Investment Report 4 Summary of Accounts and Investments For the Month Ending 06/30/98 Balances Percentage Money Market Accounts (see page 3) 06/30/98 of Total Commercial Banks $1,476,075 8.55% Colorado Investment Pools $11,918,740 69.05% \ Money Market Funds $80,817 0.47% Total $13,475,632 78 07% Commercial Savings _ Banks & Loans Certificates of Deposit (see page 4) Eagle County Institutions $1,099,000 $1,099,000 6.37% Other Colorado Institutions $99,000 $99,000 0.57% National Institutions 0.00% Total $1,198,000 $1 198 000 6 94% Percentage of Portfolio in Savings & Loans 0.00% U.S. Government Securities (see page 5) Treasury Notes & Bills $1,296,478 7.51 % GNMA's $42,441 0.25% ARM'S & SBA'S $1,249,212 7.24% Total $2,588,131 15.00% Total Portfolio 117,261,763 100.00% Maturing Within 12 Months $14,564,350 84.37% Maturing Within 24 Months $1,295,000 7.50% Maturing After 24 Months $1,402,413 8.12% • 117,261,763 100.00% 06/30/98 Page 2 JUNE98.WK4 " Money Market Accounts as of 06/30/98 , Institution --For the Month of Jun-98 Type of Accounts High Low Average B 06/30/98 COMMERCIAL BANK ACCOUNTS First Bank of Vail - Operating Interest 5.220°/a 4.920% 4.980% Balance $2,660,786 $1,714 725 $2 290 953 $1,474,792 US Bank Super Now Account Interest 3220% ` General Operating Account _ ' . Balance $1283 Total Commercial Bank Accounts $1 q6,075 LOCAL GOVERNMENT INVESTMENT POOLS Colotrust Police Grant 5.490% Interest Balance $8,639 Colotrust Housing Bond Proceeds Interest 5.490% Balance $195,671 Colotrust General Fund Interest 5.490% Balance $11,714,430 Total Local Government Investment Pools Accounts $11,918,740 MONEY MARKET FUNDS Bank One Money Market Fund - Dana Investments Interest 5.080% Balance $62,106 Fidelity Investment Government Money Market Accounts Interest 5.390% Bond Issue Reserve Account Balance $18,711 Total Money Market Funds $80 8y7 Total all accounts $13,475,632 06/30/98 Page 3 JUNE98.WK4 + Certificates of Deposit as of . 06/30/98 • Bank Name, l.ocation Days to Rates Purchase Maturity Maturity MaturitY Ins Coupon Yield Date Date at Purchase Value BestBank, Thomton Colorado FDIC 6.250°/a 6.250% 16-Feb-97 16-Feb-99 730 $99,000 Weststar Bank, Vait Colorado FDIC 5.900% 5.900% 28-Jan-98 28-Jan-2000 730 $1,000,000 Firstbank of Vail, Vait Colorado FDIC 5.900% 5.900% 26-Jun-98 25-Jun-99 364 $99,000 Avg Yield 5.917% $1,198,000 06/30/98 Page 4 JUNE98.WK4 ~ Government Securities « as of 06/30/98 ""Treasury Notes 8 Bills"' Days to Interest Rate Purchase Maturiry Maturity Book Par Type Fund Coupon Yield Date Date at Purchase Value Value TNOTE Pooled 5.250% 6.281% 11-Jun-96 31-Ju1-98 780 $500,158 $500,000 TNOTE Debt Service 5.875% 6.130% 24-Jan-97 15-Nov-99 1025 $296,475 $295,000 ~ TNOTE Pooled 5.1250/o 5.6371/o 30-Sep-97 30-Nov-98 426 $499,845 $500,000 Average Yield 6.03% $1,296,478 $1 295 000 "'GNMA'S"' Days to _ Interest Rate Purchase Maturity Maturity Principal Pool Coupon Yield Date Date at Purchase Outstandin 14659 8.000% 8.000% 24-Oct-86 15-Jan-07 7388.0 $11,807 13003 8.000% 8.000% 24-Oct-86 15-Oct-06 7296.0 $13,752 5803 8.000% 8.000% 14-Nov-86 15-Oct-05 6910.0 $16,882 Avg Yield 8.000% $42 441 "'Federal Agency Discount Notes & Bonds"' Days/Years Interest Rate Purchase Maturity to Maturiry Book Origina! Agency Fund Coupon Yield Date Date at Purchase Value Cost FNMA Pooled Dana 9.050% 11-Jun-98 10-Apr-2000 1.8 $105,938 $105,875 SBA Pooled - Dana 9.725% 29-Jun-94 25-Feb-2008 13.7 $30,232 $82,749 SBA Pooled - Dana 9.225% 26-May-94 25-Mar-2008 13.8 $55,297 $109,734 SBA Pooled - Dana 9.725% 18-Aug-94 25-Ju1-2008 13.9 $38,739 $109,875 SBA Pooled - Dana 8.375% 31-Oct-96 25-Jan-2013 16.2 $33,267 $65,558 SBA Pooled - Dana 8.975°l0 29-Jun-94 25-Jun-2019 25.0 $100,699 $108,523 S6A Pooled - Dana 9.225% 12-Ju1-94 25-Jun-2019 25.0 $26,518 $108,744 SBA Pooled - Dana 8.975% 08-May-95 25-Dec-2019 24.6 $84,595 $99,391 GNMA Pooled - Dana 7.000% 12-Aug-97 20-Sep-2025 28.1 $64,944 $76,141 GNMA Pooled - Dana 7.000% 24-Nov-97 20-Oct-2025 27.9 $70,273 $83,701 GNMA Pooled - Dana 6.875% 27-Apr-98 20-Jan-2026 27.8 $66,470 $76,509 FNMA Pooled - Dana 7.840% 21-Nov-96 01-Jan-2021 24.1 $84,334 $91,486 FNMA Pooled - Dana 6.735% 01-Jul-96 01-May-2026 29.9 $44,911 $55,304 FNMA Pooled - Dana 8.000% 24-Jun-96 01-Jun-2026 30.0 $5,327 $71,318 FNMA Pooled - Dana 7.484% 27-May-94 01-May-2020 25.9 $77,586 $100,577 FNMA Pooled - Dana 7.340% 24-Jan-96 01-Oct-2023 27.7 $39,408 $75 722 NAVOT Pooled - Dana 6.750% 06-Apr-98 15-Mar-2002 3.9 $101,186 $101,125 FHLMC Pooled - Dana 8.232% 23-Jun-98 01-Aug-2025 27.1 $79,585 $79,539 FHLMC Pooled - Dana 7.806°/a 28-Mar-96 01-Mar-2026 29.9 $7,839 $9,323 FHLMC Pooled - Dana _ 8.530% 28-Aug-94 01-Aug-2018 23.9 $57,008 $74,245 FHLMC Pooled - Dana 8.397% 28-Jun-94 01-Mar-2019 24.7 $33,256 $66,355 FHLMC Pooled - Dana 6.391% 22-May-96 01-Feb-2036 39.7 $41,800 $60,461 Average Yield 6.620/o $1,249,212 $1 706 380 Total g2,5gg,~31 06/30/98 Page 5 JUNE98.WK4