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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-04-17 Support Documentation Town Council Evening Session VAIL TOWN COUNCIL EVENING MEETING TUESDAY, April 17, 2001 7:00 P.M. TOV COUNCIL CHAMBERS NOTE: Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine at what time Council will consider an item. 1. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION (5 min.) 2. Russell Forrest ITEM/TOPIC: Program and Budget for the Vail Center (1.5 hrs.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Staff is requesting direction in the form of a motion on the following: The uses that should be included in the directions to the design team. The budget for the Vail Center and specifically direction on the revenue plan including the use of property tax, RETT revenue, capital funds, private donations, naming rights, and how parking spaces can be used for a fund raising campaign. Direction to the Town Manager to enter into a contract with EDAW for design services. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: A concept paper has been prepared that provides a vision for the center and a description of how learning can provide a unifying vision for the recreational, meeting, cultural, and community uses contemplated in the center. This concept simply builds upon the significant public input that has occurred to date and originated from the Vail Tomorrow process. On December 12th the Town Council indicated their support for the "concept." On December 19th the Town Council developed a square footage "wish list." Based on that wish list staff has developed a budget that includes both anticipated revenue and costs. On March 7th the Town Council requested additional information in a number of areas. Since then additional discussions have occurred with Vail Resorts and additional research has been developed on Council's questions. The background material for this hearing includes a summary of those questions and answers. It is critical to receive input from Council at this time to maintain the opportunity for an election in November for the Vail Center. 3. Todd Oppenheimer ITEM/TOPIC: Donovan Park Community Facility: Brief update on Design Development cost estimate Brief update on environmental certification (LEEDS program) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: None BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The Design Development cost estimate for the Donovan Park Community Facility, based on the Design Development package presented, is complete. The estimated cost of construction for the project has decreased by $180,571. Further refinements to the cost estimate are underway to account for the following items. DRB and PEC conditions LEEDS program implications Additional Value Engineering evaluation A detailed spread sheet on the current cost estimate will be distributed at the meeting. Staff will schedule an agenda item to finalize the cost estimate discussion at the earliest opportunity. Odell Architects will be present to update the Council on progress made toward the desired LEEDS certification and what, if any, impacts there are to the project. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff requests that the Council only acknowledge the Design Development estimate as submitted and make any inquiries into the presented LEEDS information as may be appropriate. 4. Todd OppenheimerlTEM/TOPIC: East and West Meadow Drive Streetscape project Conceptual Design Presentation. (45 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Review the two alternative design concepts for the East and West Meadow Drive Streetscape project. Select one alternative design concept as the preferred alternative and direct the staff and design team to further develop that concept into the Final Conceptual Design for the East And West Meadow Drive Streetscape project and continue through the town' s design approval process. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The Meadow Drive Streetscape project is funded in the fy2001 Capital Projects Fund. On January 9, 2001 town staff and the design team of Washington Infrastructures Services and Otak/Rock Creek Studios made an introductory presentation of the project to the Town Council. The Council made a positive acknowledgement of the Problem Statement and Givens (attached) for the project. Staff and the design team have completed an extensive public input and information process for the project. The presented Conceptual Design Alternatives are a direct result of the comments, concerns, and ideas received from members of the public, adjacent property developers, emergency services, Vail Resorts, and town maintenance staff. Both the 20/6 Solution and the Promenade Solution, as design concepts, meet the intent of the Problem Statement and Givens. The 20/6 Solution includes a conventional roadway, intersection, and sidewalk design. The Promenade Solution offers a unique, unconventional alternative for prioritizing pedestrian and vehicular spaces. Both alternatives will require considerable refinement and design development to create the final Conceptual Design. Review of the alternative conceptual designs has not been completed by maintenance, emergency service, or transit personnel. No schedule for the construction of this project has been established. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Select one alternative design concept as the preferred alternative and direct the staff and design team to further develop that concept into the Final Conceptual Design for the East And West Meadow Drive Streetscape project and continue through the town's design approval process. 5. Allison Ochs ITEM/TOPIC: Second reading of Ordinance #5, Series of 2001, an ordinance amending the Town Code, Title 12, Chapter 13, to allow for corrections to the Employee Housing Regulations; Chapter 21, to allow for corrections to the Hazard Regulations; Chapter 15, to allow for corrections to the Gross Residential Floor Area Regulations; Chapter 2, to allow for corrections to the definition chapter and for the addition of a definition of "owner'; Chapter 6, to allow for clarification to the 425 credit; Chapter 7, to allow for clarification to the PA Zone District; and Title 13, Chapter 2, to allow for clarification to the definition of "subdivision"; and Title 8, Chapter 3, to allow for clarification of the Department of Public Works role in the issuance of right-of-way permits and setting forth details in regard thereto. (5 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with conditions, or deny Ordinance #5, Series of 2001, on second reading. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: Through the review process of various zoning applications, problems arise with specific code sections that are not clear to either applicants or staff. This often occurs with zoning code amendments, changes in procedures, or errors in codification. Therefore, staff periodically returns to the Planning and Environmental Commission and to the Town Council to "clean-up" the Zoning, Subdivision, and Sign Codes. These amendments are not to amend the substantive content of the code, but to "clean-up " errors and clarify sections of the code. None of the proposed amendments result in a change of policy. The Planning and Environmental Commission recommended approval of the text amendments at their February 12, 2001, meeting. The Town Council tabled this item at the March 20th meeting. The amendments to the Town Code included in this memorandum are described in the staff memorandum. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Community Development Department recommends that the Town Council approve Ordinance #5, Series of 2001, on second reading. 6. ITEM/TOPIC: George Ruther Second reading of Ordinance No.8, Series of 2001, an ordinance amending Section 12-71-1-7 of the Town of Vail Zoning Regulations to correct an error in the prescribed procedure for certain types of Design Review applications for properties in the Lionshead Mixed-Use 1 Zone District; and setting forth details in regard thereto. (15min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with conditions, or deny Ordinance No.8, Series of 2001, on second reading. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On March 26, 2001, the Town of Vail Planning & Environmental Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the proposed text amendments to the Vail Town Council. The Town Council voted unanimously to approve Ordinance #8, Series of 2001, on first reading on April 3, 2001. 7. ITEM/TOPIC: Tom Moorhead Second reading of AN ORDINANCE CORRECTING ORDINANCE NO. 23 SERIES OF 2000 AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP FOR THE TOWN OF VAIL IN ACCORDANCE WITH TITLE 12, ZONING REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 5, ZONING MAP; RE ZONING THE "VAIL GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE SUBDIVISION" FROM OUTDOOR RECREATION (OR) DISTRICT TO GENERAL USE (GU) DISTRICT. (5 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Consider Adoption of Corrected Ordinance. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On November 7, 2000 the Vail Town Council approved, on second reading, Ordinance 23, Series of 2000, which amended the official Zoning Map and rezoned the "Vail Golf Course Clubhouse Subdivision" from Outdoor Recreation (OR) District to General Use (GU) District. This Ordinance is not consistent with Council's findings and the motion made by Greg Moffet, seconded by Sybil Navas and passed unanimously by the Vail Town Council. The document, as signed, did not contain the appropriate Section 1, which included findings of fact, or Section 2, which contained conclusions of law. The Ordinance as published in the Vail Trail on November 10, 2000 contained the findings of fact in Section 1 and the conclusions of law in Section 2, but it failed to contain the legal description in Section 3. Copies of the minutes of the November 7, 2000, meeting and Ordinance 23, Series of 2000, were attached to Ordinance No. 9, Series of 2001, which was approved on first reading on April 3, 2001. Due to the inconsistencies, we are offering a correction Ordinance to be passed on two readings and appropriately published in the Vail Trail, so that the Council's findings are properly reflected in the record of its proceedings. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve Ordinance No. 9, Series of 2001, on second reading. 8. Town Manager's Report. (5 min.) Bob McLaurin 9. Adjournment (10:05 P.M.) NOTE UPCOMING MEETING START TIMES BELOW: (ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE) THE NEXT VAIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR WORK SESSION WILL BE ON TUESDAY, 4/24/01, BEGINNING AT 2:00 P.M. IN TOV COUNCIL CHAMBERS. THE NEXT VAIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR WORK SESSION WILL BE ON TUESDAY, 5/1101, BEGINNING AT 2:00 P.M. IN TOV COUNCIL CHAMBERS. THE NEXT VAIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR EVENING MEETING WILL BE ON TUESDAY, 5/1/01, BEGINNING AT 7:00 P.M. IN TOV COUNCIL Sign language interpretation available upon request with 24-hour notification. Please call 479-2332 voice or 479-2356 TDD for information. Meadow Drive Streetscape Improvements Project Problem Statement In 1991, the Vail Town Council adopted the "Town of Vail Streetscaoe Master Plan." The expressed purpose of the plan is to provide a comprehensive and coordinated conceptual design for streetscape improvement that: 1) is supported by the community; 2) enriches the aesthetic appearance of the town; and 3) emphasizes the importance of craftsmanship and creative design in order to create an excellent pedestrian experience. As a result of the adoption of the plan, more than 60% of the proposed improvements have been constructed. One area of the plan that has not been constructed is the East and West Meadow Drive subareas. These two subareas of streetscape serve as the primary pedestrian route linking Vail Village and Lionshead. This route continues to be faced with inadequate storm sewer drainage, inappropriate streetscape lighting, continuing conflicts between pedestrians, buses, delivery trucks and cars, no defined pedestrian walkways, deteriorated surfaces, heavy volumes of vehicular traffic (particularly on West Meadow Drive) and uninspiring landscape design. For these reasons, the Vail Town Council finds it imperative that streetscape improvements must be constructed. The goal of the streetscape improvements along East and West Meadow Drive shall be to correct the many problems and conflicts associated with this street section and create a pedestrian environment that lives up to expectations of our residents, guests and visitors. The first steps toward attaining this goal shall be to complete a public process and to adopt an amendment to the "Town of Vail Streetscar)e Master Plan." Givens • The improvements shall be of the highest quality with the overall character being sensitive to the alpine environment. • Unless otherwise agreed to by adjacent property owners, all streetscape improvements shall be constructed in the public rights-of-way and easements. • The Vail Town Council shall be the final decision-maker in this process. • The design team will consider all ideas for design improvements. • Minimum emergency and maintenance vehicle requirements shall be met. In seeking ways to meet the minimum requirements, performance-based alternatives shall be considered. • Public safety and welfare shall not only be improved, but it shall also be enhanced. • The project shall not only meet minimum environmental quality standards, but it should be a demonstration of the Town's ability to construct a streetscape project that strives for the highest environmental standards. MEMORANDUM TO: Vail Town Council FROM: Allison Ochs, Department of Community Development DATE: April 3, 2001 SUBJECT: Ordinance No. 5, Series of 2001 (Housekeeping Ordinance) The purpose of Ordinance No. 5 is to correct errors in the code, clarify unclear sections of the code, correct inconsistencies between various sections of the code, and generally, to improve the development review process for the public, applicants, and staff. The changes proposed do not result in any changes to current policy. The Town Council expressed concerns regarding the 5% site coverage bonus in conjunction with Type I EHUs on lots under 14,000 sq. ft. with slopes in excess of 30%. At the request of the Town Council, this memorandum provides additional information of this situation. Primary/Secondary Lot (no Type I EHU) Primary/Secondary Lot with Type I EHU Lot Size: 12,000 sq. ft. Lot Size: 12,000 sq. ft. Hazards: slopes in excess of 30% Hazards: slopes in excess of 30% Zoning: Primary/Secondary Residential Zoning: Primary/Secondary Residential Standard Allowed Standard Allowed GRFA 3425 sq. ft. GRFA 4350 sq. ft. Primary 3425 sq. ft. Primary 3425 sq. ft. Secondary No secondary unit allowed EHU 925 sq. ft. Site Coveraqe 1800 sq. ft. (15%) Site Coverage 2400 sq. ft. (20%) Chapter 21 of the Zoning Regulations provides restriction for development on excessive slopes (30%): 1. Site coverage is reduced by 5% (Typically site coverage is 20%) 2. Driveway area coverage is reduced to 10% (Typically driveway coverage is not limited except by the landscape requirement which would allow for 20%) 3. One parking place per unit must be enclosed (Typically no enclosed parking is required) 4. Garages are allowed in the front setback. No GRFA is allowed above or below the garage. 5. Retaining walls can be up to 6 ft. in conjunction with the garage in the front setback. Each of these requirements influence site coverage. By reducing driveway coverage to 10%, garages are pushed closer to the street, likely in the front setback. By not allowing GRFA either above or below the garage in the front setback, the house tends to spread out the GRFA more, thus increasing site coverage. Requiring a minimum of one enclosed parking space per unit (on non-steep lots, no enclosed parking is required) increases site coverage. The height limit of 33 ft. encourages houses to "step" up the hillside on steeply sloping lots, thus increasing site coverage. On a P/S lot under 14,000 sq. ft., only one non-deed restricted unit is allowed. When a Type I EHU is proposed, the lot receives an additional 425 credit and a credit of 500 sq. ft. All of the additional GRFA received in conjunction with a Type I EHU must be used in the EHU, i.e. none of the credits can be transferred to the primary unit and the credits are based on the GRFA actually constructed. The 5% site coverage bonus is intended to encourage Type I EHUs on small lots. On P/S lots under 14,000 sq. ft. with steep slopes, it is difficult to construct 2 units, and provide the enclosed parking that is required on steep slopes, without the 5% site coverage bonus. Again, this is not a change in policy. However, the EHU regulations and the Hazard regulations currently conflict on this matter. Staff believes that it is necessary to correct this conflict to provide consistency and clarity in the regulations. 1 ORDINANCE NO.5 SERIES OF 2001 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE TOWN CODE, TITLE 12, CHAPTER 13, TO ALLOW FOR CORRECTIONS TO THE EMPLOYEE HOUSING REGULATIONS; CHAPTER 21, TO ALLOW FOR CORRECTIONS TO THE HAZARD REGULATIONS; CHAPTER 15, TO ALLOW FOR CORRECTIONS TO THE GROSS RESIDENTIAL FLOOR AREA REGULATIONS; CHAPTER 2, TO ALLOW FOR CORRECTIONS TO THE DEFINITION CHAPTER AND FOR THE ADDITION OF A DEFINITION OF "OWNER"; CHAPTER 7, TO ALLOW FOR CLARIFICATION TO THE PA ZONE DISTRICT; AND TITLE 13, CHAPTER 2, TO ALLOW FOR CLARIFICATION TO THE DEFINITION OF "SUBDIVISION"; AND TITLE 8, CHAPTER 3, TO ALLOW FOR CLARIFICATION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS ROLE IN THE ISSUANCE OF RIGHT-OF-WAY PERMITS AND SETTING FORTH DETAILS IN REGARD THERETO. WHEREAS, the Planning and Environmental Commission of the Town of Vail has held public hearings on the proposed amendments in accordance with the provisions of the Town Code of the Town of Vail; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Environmental Commission of the Town of Vail has recommended approval of these amendments at its February 13, 2001, meeting, and has submitted its recommendation to the Vail Town Council; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Environmental Commission finds that the proposed amendments further the development objectives of the Town of Vail; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Environmental Commission finds that the proposed amendments do not alter the intent, purpose, or policy of the current regulations of the Town of Vail; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Environmental Commission finds that the proposed amendments will make the Town's development review process less problematic and more "user friendly"; and WHEREAS, the Vail Town Council considers it in the interest of the public health, safety, and welfare to adopt these amendments to the Town Code. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO, THAT: Section 1. The purpose of this ordinance is to amend the Town Code to clarify certain unclear sections, codify certain staff interpretations, and correct errors identified within the Town Code. (Text that is to be deleted is StriGkeR. Text that is to be added is underlined.) Section 2. Section 12-13-4 is hereby amended as follows: - I - 12-13-4: Requirements by Employee Housing Unit (EHU) Type EHU Zoning districts permitted by right or conditional use Type II Conditional Use: Single-Family Residential, Two-Family Residential, Primary/Secondary Residential Zone districts meetina minimum lot size reauirements: Agricultural and Open Space EHU Additional Site Coverage/Reduced Landscape Area Type I Side Site Coverage: The site is entitled to an additional 5% of site coverage for EHU. Landscaped Area: The site is entitled to a reduction of landscape area by 5% (reduced to 55% of site area) for EHU. Section 3. Section 12-21-14 is hereby amended as follows: 12-21-14E. Site coverage as it pertains to this Chapter, as permitted by Sections 12-6A-9, 12-613-9, and 12-6C-9, and 12-6D-9 of this Title, is amended as follows: 1. Not more than fifteen percent (15%) of the site area may be covered by buildings, except in coniunction with a Tvoe I EmDlovee Housina Unit in accordance with Chapter 13 of this title. in which case not more that twentv Dercent (20%) of the site area may be covered by buildinas; and 2. Not more than ten percent (10%) of the total site area may be covered by driveways and surface parking. Section 4. Section 12-15-5 shall be amended as follows: 4-2-15 5B 3. ril9tifisratieM crs alling URIts eR-the came-43t shall t9 Relified--of a% -applisaIien ur~drr thic ESGtiGR that iRvelvec any exferml a4 era+.ians e an 9Xi6t!Rg etrustwe, Natifisatien prWedyFes hall be rcutlinacPn S12 3 6G of is Tit11 12-15-5C-7 Applicability: The provisions of this Section are applicable 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. The use of additional GRFA by individual dwGUing 6%n~t owes:e, pursuant le the add'fieRal GR-Fn p; avisienE, iE r., e hbrdred peFGent ewRe, s 3 31rusturts are-atsc pr9pcscn94c vNiz theiF ^enal GR€n as we4-. When exterior additions are proposed to a multi-family structure, the addition of the GRFA shall be designed and developed in context of the entire structure. 12-15-5-B-10 Nonconformina structures and site improvements: Structures which do not conform to densitv controls shall be eliaible for additional GRFA Dursuant to this section. 12-15-5-C-10 Nonconformina structures and site improvements: Structures which do not conform to densitv controls shall be eliaible for additional GRFA Dursuant to this section. Section 5. Section 12-18-4 is hereby amended as follows: 12-18-4: Uses: The use of a site or structure lawfully established prior to the effective date hereof which does not conform to the use regulations prescribed -2- by this Title for the district in which it is situated may be continued, provided that no such nonconforming use shall be enlarged to occupy a greater site area fer or building floor area than it occupied on the effective date hereof. Any subsequent reduction in site area or floor area occupied by a nonconforming use shall be deemed a new limitation, and the use shall not thereafter be enlarged to occupy a greater site area or floor area than such new limitation. Section 6. Section 12-2-2 is hereby amended as follows: OWNER: Anv person. agent. firm. corporation. or Dartnershio that alone. iointly, or severallv with others: has legal or eauitable title to anv premises. dwelling or dwellina unit. with or without accomoanvina actual possession thereof: or has, charae. care or control of anv premises. dwelling or dwellina unit. as aaent of the owner or as executor. administrator, trustee. or auardian of the estate of the, beneficial owner. T6 person shown on the records of the recorder of deeds of the county to be the owner of a Darticular Drooerty shall be Dresumed to be the Derson in control of that DroDerty. RECREATION STRUCTURE: Any detached (i.e. not connected to anv main structure or structures) covering erected over a recreational amenity, such as a swimming pool or tennis court, which is not a seasonal structure. For the purposes of this Title, recreation structures shall constitute site coverage but shall not be subject to building bulk control standards. Any recreation structure shall require a conditional use permit in accord with Chapter 16 of this Title and is subiect to desian review. SEASONAL USE OR STRUCTURE: A temporary covering erected over a recreational amenity, such as a swimming pool or tennis court, for the purpose of expanding their use into the cold weather months. Such seasonal covers may not be in place for more than seven (7) consecutive months of any twelve (12) month period. For the purposes of this Title, a seasonal use or structure shall not constitute site coverage and shall not be subject to building bulk control standards. Any seasonal use or structure shall require a conditional use permit in accord with Chapter 16 of this Title and is subiect to desian review. Section 7. Section 13-2-2 is hereby amended as follows: SUBDIVISION: D. Major Subdivision: "Major subdivision" means any subdivision involving more than four (4) lots, or a subdivision proposal without all lots having frontage on a public, or approved street, or with a request to extend Municipal facilities in a significant manner, or a proposal which would negatively affect the natural environment as determined under Section 12-12-2, "Applicability", or if the proposal would adversely affect the development of the remainder of the parcel or the adjacent property. Section 8. Section 8-3-1 is hereby amended as follows: 8-3-1: PERMIT REQUIRED; FEE: A. Encroachments Identified: No person shall erect or maintain any building, structure, stand, cart, fence, barrier, post, hedge or other obstruction or encroachment under or upon any street, alley, sidewalk or other public property without first obtaining a permit from the Department of Gem-nullity Develepm94# Public Works under this Section. B. Procedure: An applicant for a right-of-way permit shall: 1. File a written application on forms furnished by the Department of Gemmeanit,Develepmer Public Works that include the following: the date, the name of the applicant, the location of the proposed encroachment or obstruction, the type of encroachment or obstruction, and such other information as the Department of GlEx•nmurit-y Deuelepm et Public Works may deem necessary. C. Criteria For Granting: Before issuing a right-of-way permit under this Section, the Department of Gemmunily Develop a Public Works shall -3- consult with relevant Town departments which may include the Fire, Police, Public W440-kc Departmants, Communitv Development departments and all public utilities to determine whether the permit meets all the requirements of this Code and other ordinances of the Town. The Department of GeMMURity DevelepmgpA Public Works shall issue each permit upon a finding that in view of the location or area proposed to be used and the type of encroachment or obstruction proposed to be carried on, the proposed encroachment or obstruction does not constitute a traffic hazard or destroy or impair the use of the right of way or land by the public or serves a purpose that cannot otherwise be accomplished and is a temporary obstruction of the right of way. Section 9. Section 12-7A-3 is hereby amended as follows: 12-7A-3: Conditional Uses Fraction fee club units as further regulated by Section -12 16-6A712-16-7A8 Section 10. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not effect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would have passed this ordinance, and each part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more parts, sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid. Section 11. The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this ordinance is necessary and proper for the health, safety and welfare of the Town of Vail and the inhabitants thereof. Section 12. The amendment of any provision of the Town Code as provided in this ordinance shall not affect any right which has accrued, any duty imposed, any violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution commenced, nor any other action or proceeding as commenced under or by virtue of the provision amended. The amendment of any provision hereby shall not revive any provision or any ordinance previously repealed or superseded unless expressly stated herein. Section 13. All bylaws, orders, resolutions and ordinances, or parts thereof, inconsistent herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer shall not be construed to revise any bylaw, order, resolution or ordinance, or part thereof, theretofore repealed. INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this 3rd day of April, 2001 and a public -4- hearing for second reading of this Ordinance set for the 17th day of April, 2001, in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail, Colorado. Ludwig Kurz, Mayor Attest: Lorelei Donaldson, Town Clerk READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED this 17th day of April, 2001. Ludwig Kurz, Mayor Attest: Lorelei Donaldson, Town Clerk -5- ORDINANCE NO.8 SERIES OF 2001 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE TOWN CODE, TITLE 12, CHAPTER 7, OF THE TOWN OF VAIL ZONING REGULATIONS TO CORRECT AN ERROR IN THE PROCEDURES PRESCRIBED IN SECTION 12-71-1-7 (EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS OR MODIFICATIONS) FOR CERTAIN TYPES OF DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATIONS FOR PROPERTIES IN THE LIONSHEAD MIXED-USE I ZONE DISTRICT; AND SETTING FORTH DETAILS IN REGARD THERETO. WHEREAS, the Planning & Environmental Commission of the Town of Vail has held a public hearing on the proposed text amendment in accordance with the provisions of the Town Code of the Town of Vail; and WHEREAS, the Planning & Environmental Commission of the Town of Vail unanimously recommended approval of the text amendment at its March 26, 2001 public hearing, and has submitted its recommendation to the Vail Town Council; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Environmental Commission finds that the proposed text amendment furthers the development objectives of the Town of Vail; and WHEREAS, the purpose of this text amendment is to clarify the intent of the development review procedures for exterior alterations or modifications for buildings in the LMU -1 District and to eliminate the existing inaccuracy; and WHEREAS, the Vail Town Council finds that it is imperative to clearly articulate the intent and procedures of the Town's prescribed development regulations and that it would be irresponsible for the Town to allow inaccuracies in the Zoning Regulations to be perpetuated; and WHEREAS, the Vail Town Council considers it in the interest of the public health, safety, and welfare to adopt these amendments to the Zoning Regulations. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO, THAT: Section 1. The purpose of this ordinance is to clarify the intent of the development review procedures for exterior alterations or modifications for buildings in the LMU -1 District and to eliminate the existing inaccuracy. Section 2. The development review process for exterior alterations or modifications to new and/or existing buildings located in the Lionshead Mixed Use 1 (LMU-1) District is outlined in Section 12-71-1-7, of the Town of Vail Zoning Regulations. Section 12-71-1-7, Exterior Alterations or Modifications, is hereby amended as follows: 12-7H-7: EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS OR MODIFICATIONS: - i - A. Review Required: 1. The construction of a new building or the alteration of an existing building that is not a major exterior alteration as described in Section 12-7H-7A 2 shall be reviewed by the Design Review Board in accordance with Chapter 11 of this Title. a. Submittal Items Required: The submittal items required for' a project that is not a Major Exterior Alteration shall be provided in accordance with Section 12-11-4 of this Title. 2. The construction of a new building or the alteration of an existing building which adds additional dwelling units, accommodation units, fractional fee club units, timeshare units, any project which adds more than one thousand (1,000) square feet of commercial floor area or common space, or any project which has substantial off-site impacts (as determined by the Administrator) shall be reviewed by the Planning and Environmental Commission as a Major Exterior Alteration in, accordance with this Chapter and Section 12-3-6 of this Title. Any project which requires a conditional use permit shall also obtain approval of the Planning and Environmental Commission in accordance with Chapter 16 of this Title. Complete applications for Major Exterior Alterations shall be submitted in accordance with administrative schedules developed by the Department of Community Development for Planning and Environmental Commission and Design Review Board review. a. Submittal Items Required, Major Exterior Alteration: The following submittal items are required: 1. Application: An application shall be made by the owner of the building of the building owner's authorized agent or representative on a form provided by the Administrator. Any application for condominiumized buildings shall be authorized by the condominium association in conformity with all pertinent requirements of the condominium association's declarations. 2. Application; Contents: An application for a Major Exterior Alteration shall include the following items: a. Completed application form, filing fee, and a list of all owners of property located adjacent to the subject parcel. The owners list shall include the names of all owners, their mailing address, a legal description of the property owned by each, and a general description of the property (including the name of the property, if applicable), and the name and mailing address of the condominium association's representative (if applicable). Said names and addresses shall be obtained from the current tax records of Eagle County as they appeared not more than thirty (30) days prior to the application submittal date. b. A written statement describing the proposal and how the proposal complies with the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and any other relevant sections of the Vail Comprehensive Plan. c. A survey stamped by a licensed surveyor indicating existing condition on the property including the location of improvements, topography, and natural features. d. A current title report to verify ownership, easements, and other encumbrances, including Schedules A and B3. e. Existing and proposed site plan at a minimum scale of one inch equals twenty feet (1" = 20'), a vicinity plan at an appropriate scale to adequately show the project location in relationship to the surrounding area, a landscape plan at a minimum scale of one inch equals twenty feet (1" = 20'), a roof height plan and existing and proposed building elevations at a minimum scale of one-eighth inch equals one foot (1/8" = 1'). The material listed above shall include adjacent buildings and improvements as necessary to demonstrate the project's compliance with the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan. f. Sun/shade analysis of the existing and proposed building for the spring/fall equinox (March 21 /September 23) and winter solstice (December 21) at tell o'clock (10:00) A.M. and two o'clock (2:00) P.M. unless the Department of -2- Community Development determines that the proposed addition has no impact on the existing sun/shade pattern. The following sun angle shall be used when preparing this analysis: Spring/Fall EquinoxSun Angle 10:00 A.M.400 east of south, 50° declination 2:00 P.M.420 west of south, 50° declination Winter SolsticeSun Angle 10:00 A.M.300 east of south, 20° declination 2:00 P. M.300 west of south, 20° declination g. Existing and proposed floor plans at a minimum scale of one-fourth inch equals one foot (1/4" = 1') and a square footage analysis of all existing and proposed uses. h. An architectural or massing model of the proposed development. Said model shall include buildings and major site improvements on adjacent properties as deemed necessary by the Administrator. The scale of the model shall be as determined by the Administrator. i. Photo overlays and/or other graphic material to demonstrate the special relationship of the proposed development to adjacent properties, public spaces, and adopted views per Chapter 22 of this Title. j. Parking needs assessment and vehicular circulation analysis, prepared by a qualified professional. k. Any additional information or material as deemed necessary by the Administrator or the Town Planning and Environmental Commission (PEC). The Administrator or the Planning and Environmental Commission may, at his/her or their discretion, waive certain submittal requirements if it is determined that the requirements are not relevant to the proposed development nor applicable to the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan. C.Work Sessions/Conceptual Review: If requested by either the applicant or the Administrator, submittals may proceed to a work session with the Planning and Environmental Commission, a conceptual review with the Design Review Board, or a work session with the Town Council. D.Hearing: The public hearing before the Planning and Environmental Commission shall be held in accordance with Section 12-3-6 of this Title. The Planning and Environmental Commission may approve the application as submitted, approve the application with conditions or modifications, or deny the application. The decision of the Planning and Environmental Commission may be appealed to the Town Council in accordance with Section 12-3-3 of this Title. E.Lapse Of Approval: Approval of an exterior alteration as prescribed by this Article shall lapse and become void two (2) years following the date of approval by the Design Review Board unless, prior to the expiration, a building permit is issued and construction is commenced and diligently pursued to completion. Administrative extensions shall be allowed for reasonable and unexpected delays as long as code provisions affecting the proposal have not changed. (Ord. 3(1999) § 1) Section 3. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not effect the validity of the -3- remaining portions of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would have passed this ordinance, and each part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more parts, sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid. Section 4. The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this ordinance is necessary and proper for the health, safety and welfare of the Town of Vail and the inhabitants thereof. Section 5. The amendment of any provision of the Town Code as provided in this ordinance shall not affect any right which has accrued, any duty imposed, any violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution commenced, nor any other action or proceeding as commenced under or by virtue of the provision amended. The amendment of any provision hereby shall not revive any provision or any ordinance previously repealed or superseded unless expressly stated herein. Section 6. All bylaws, orders, resolutions and ordinances, or parts thereof, inconsistent herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer shall not be construed to revise any bylaw, order, resolution or ordinance, or part thereof, theretofore repealed. INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this 3rd day of April, 2001 and a public hearing for second reading of this Ordinance set for the 17th day of April, 2001, in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail, Colorado. Ludwig Kurz, Mayor Attest: Lorelei Donaldson, Town Clerk -4- ORDINANCE NO.8 SERIES OF 2001 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE TOWN CODE, TITLE 12, CHAPTER 7, OF THE TOWN OF VAIL ZONING REGULATIONS TO CORRECT AN ERROR IN THE PROCEDURES PRESCRIBED IN SECTION 12-71-1-7 (EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS OR MODIFICATIONS) FOR CERTAIN TYPES OF DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATIONS FOR PROPERTIES IN THE LIONSHEAD MIXED-USE I ZONE DISTRICT; AND SETTING FORTH DETAILS IN REGARD THERETO. WHEREAS, the Planning & Environmental Commission of the Town of Vail has held a public hearing on the proposed text amendment in accordance with the provisions of the Town Code of the Town of Vail; and WHEREAS, the Planning & Environmental Commission of the Town of Vail unanimously recommended approval of the text amendment at its March 26, 2001 public hearing, and has submitted its recommendation to the Vail Town Council; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Environmental Commission finds that the proposed text amendment furthers the development objectives of the Town of Vail; and WHEREAS, the purpose of this text amendment is to clarify the intent of the development review procedures for exterior alterations or modifications for buildings in the LMU -1 District and to eliminate the existing inaccuracy; and WHEREAS, the Vail Town Council finds that it is imperative to clearly articulate the intent and procedures of the Town's prescribed development regulations and that it would be irresponsible for the Town to allow inaccuracies in the Zoning Regulations to be perpetuated; and WHEREAS, the Vail Town Council considers it in the interest of the public health, safety, and welfare to adopt these amendments to the Zoning Regulations. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO, THAT: Section 1. The purpose of this ordinance is to clarify the intent of the development review procedures for exterior alterations or modifications for buildings in the LMU -1 District and to eliminate the existing inaccuracy. Section 2. The development review process for exterior alterations or modifications to new and/or existing buildings located in the Lionshead Mixed Use 1 (LMU-1) District is outlined in Section 12-71-1-7, of the Town of Vail Zoning Regulations. Section 12-71-1-7, Exterior Alterations or Modifications. is hereby amended as follows: 12-71-1-7: EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS OR MODIFICATIONS: -1- A. Review Required: 1. The construction of a new building or the alteration of an existing building that is not a major exterior alteration as described in Section 12-7H-7A 2 shall be reviewed by the Design Review Board in accordance with Chapter 11 of this Title. a. Submittal Items Required: The submittal items required for a project that is not a Major Exterior Alteration shall be provided in accordance with Section 12-11-4 of this Title. 2. The construction of a new building or the alteration of an existing building which adds additional dwelling units, accommodation units, fractional fee club units, timeshare units, any project which adds more than one thousand (1,000) square feet of commercial floor area or common space, or any project which has substantial off-site impacts (as determined by the Administrator) shall be reviewed by the Planning and Environmental Commission as a Major Exterior Alteration in accordance with this Chapter and Section 12-3-6 of this Title. Any project which requires a conditional use permit shall also obtain approval of the Planning and Environmental Commission in accordance with Chapter 16 of this Title. Complete applications for Major Exterior Alterations shall be submitted in accordance with administrative schedules developed by the Department of Community Development for Planning and Environmental Commission and Design Review Board review. a. Submittal Items Required, Major Exterior Alteration: The following submittal items are required: 1. Application: An application shall be made by the owner of the building of the building owner's authorized agent or representative on a form provided by the Administrator. Any application for condominiumized buildings shall be authorized by the condominium association in conformity with all pertinent requirements of the condominium association's declarations. 2. Application; Contents: An application for a Major Exterior Alteration shall include the following items: a. Completed application form, filing fee, and a list of all owners of property located adjacent to the subject parcel. The owners list shall include the names of all owners, their mailing address, a legal description of the property owned by each, and a general description of the property (including the name of the property, if applicable), and the name and mailing address of the condominium association's representative (if applicable). Said names and addresses shall be obtained from the current tax records of Eagle County as they appeared not more than thirty (30) days prior to the application submittal date. b. A written statement describing the proposal and how the proposal complies with the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and any other relevant sections of the Vail Comprehensive Plan. c. A survey stamped by a licensed surveyor indicating existing condition on the property including the location of improvements, topography, and natural features. d. A current title report to verify ownership, easements, and other encumbrances, including Schedules A and B3. e. Existing and proposed site plan at a minimum scale of one inch equals twenty feet (1" = 20'), a vicinity plan at an appropriate scale to adequately show the project location in relationship to the surrounding area, a landscape plan at a minimum scale of one inch equals twenty feet (1" = 20'), a roof height plan and existing and proposed building elevations at a minimum scale of one-eighth inch equals one foot (1/8" = 1'). The material listed above shall include adjacent buildings and improvements as necessary to demonstrate the project's compliance with the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan. f. Sun/shade analysis of the existing and proposed building for the spring/fall equinox (March 21 /September 23) and winter solstice (December 21) at ten o'clock (10:00) A.M. and two o'clock (2:00) P.M. unless the Department of -2- Community Development determines that the proposed addition has no impact on the existing sun/shade pattern. The following sun angle shall be used when preparing this analysis: Spring/Fall EquinoxSun Angle 10:00 A.M.400 east of south, 50° declination 2:00 P.M.420 west of south, 50° declination Winter SolsticeSun Angle 10:00 A.M.300 east of south, 20° declination 2:00 P.M.300 west of south, 20° declination g. Existing and proposed floor plans at a minimum scale of one-fourth inch equals one foot (1/4" = 1') and a square footage analysis of all existing and proposed uses. h. An architectural or massing model of the proposed development. Said model shall include buildings and major site improvements on adjacent properties as deemed necessary by the Administrator. The scale of the model shall be as determined by the Administrator. L Photo overlays and/or other graphic material to demonstrate the special relationship of the proposed development to adjacent properties, public spaces, and adopted views per Chapter 22 of this Title. j. Parking needs assessment and vehicular circulation analysis, prepared by a qualified professional. k. Any additional information or material as deemed necessary by the Administrator or the Town Planning and Environmental Commission (PEC). The Administrator or the Planning and Environmental Commission may, at his/her or their discretion, waive certain submittal requirements if it is determined that the requirements are not relevant to the proposed development nor applicable to the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan. C.Work Sessions/Conceptual Review: If requested by either the applicant or the Administrator, submittals may proceed to a work session with the Planning and Environmental Commission, a conceptual review with the Design Review Board, or a work session with the Town Council. D.Hearing: The public hearing before the Planning and Environmental Commission shall be held in accordance with Section 12-3-6 of this Title. The Planning and Environmental Commission may approve the application as submitted, approve the application with conditions or modifications, or deny the application. The decision of the Planning and Environmental Commission may be appealed to the Town Council in accordance with Section 12-3-3 of this Title. E.Lapse Of Approval: Approval of an exterior alteration as prescribed by this Article shall lapse and become void two (2) years following the date of approval by the Design Review Board unless, prior to the expiration, a building permit is issued and construction is commenced and diligently pursued to completion. Administrative extensions shall be allowed for reasonable and unexpected delays as long as code provisions affecting the proposal have not changed. (Ord. 3(1999) § 1) Section 3. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not effect the validity of the -3- remaining portions of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would have passed this ordinance, and each part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more parts, sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid. Section 4. The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this ordinance is necessary and proper for the health, safety and welfare of the Town of Vail and the inhabitants thereof. Section 5. The amendment of any provision of the Town Code as provided in this ordinance shall not affect any right which has accrued, any duty imposed, any violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution commenced, nor any other action or proceeding as commenced under or by virtue of the provision amended. The amendment of any provision hereby shall not revive any provision or any ordinance previously repealed or superseded unless expressly stated herein. Section 6. All bylaws, orders, resolutions and ordinances, or parts thereof, inconsistent herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer shall not be construed to revise any bylaw, order, resolution or ordinance, or part thereof, theretofore repealed. INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this 3rd day of April, 2001 and a public hearing for second reading of this Ordinance set for the 17th day of April, 2001, in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail, Colorado. Ludwig Kurz, Mayor Attest: Lorelei Donaldson, Town Clerk -4- ORDINANCE NO. 9 Series of 2001 AN ORDINANCE CORRECTING ORDINANCE NO. 23, SERIES OF 2000 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP FOR THE TOWN OF VAIL IN ACCORDANCE WITH TITLE 12, ZONING REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 5, ZONING MAP; REZONING THE "VAIL GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE SUBDIVISION" FROM OUTDOOR RECREATION (OR) DISTRICT TO GENERAL USE (GU) DISTRICT. WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that this zoning designation is compatible with and suitable to adjacent uses, is consistent with the Town's Land Use Plan and Zoning Regulations, and is appropriate for the area; and WHEREAS, The Planning and Environmental Commission of the Town of Vail has recommended approval of this zoning map amendment at its September 250", 2000, meeting, and has submitted its recommendation to the Town Council; and WHEREAS, the Town Council considers it in the interest of the public health, safety, and welfare to amend the official Town of Vail Official Zoning Map. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO, THAT: Section 1. Based upon the testimony presented and the documents considered including the entire Community Development file at hearings on the Conditional Use Permit and the amendment of the zoning map, the Town Council makes the following findings of fact: a. That there is a valid and complete application for the conditional use, the zoning amendment and the minor subdivision. b. That the Title work submitted and the deed from the Pulis Ranch to the Town of Vail properly reflect that the Town is the property owner of the land subject to the applications. C. That, without addressing whether the restrictive covenant in the deed has any legal effect, the uses on the property including the sheet of ice and the seasonal structure are included within the use "for a public golf course or open space or park for the benefit of the public and only such related support facilities required for those purposes." d. That the legal description provided by Eagle Valley Surveying properly identifies the area of land to be re-zoned (received on or about October 3, 2000) and the area of land subject to the conditional use of the seasonal structure and the parking available for that conditional use (received on or about October 30, 2000) and that area has been appropriately identified in the application and viewed in site visits and the legal descriptions have been Ou .ance No. 9, Series of 2001 properly mailed to the adjacent property owners on October 31, 2000 and published in the Vail Daily on November 1, 2000. e. That the Town has met all of the requirements for the granting of the conditional use permit and the amendment of the Official Zoning Map. Section 2. Based upon all the facts and the Town of Vail Town Code and applicable Colorado law, the Town Council makes the following conclusions of law: a. That the General Use District (GU) is compatible with and suitable to the existing land use on the site and with adjacent land uses; and b. that the amendment is consistent with the Town's Land Use Plan and Zoning Regulations; and c. that the amendment is appropriate for the area. Section 3. The Official Zoning Map of the Town of Vail is hereby amended as follows: The "Vail Golf Course Clubhouse Subdivision," a parcel of land described as: That part of Section 9, Township 5 South, Range 80 West of the 6"' Principal Meridian, Town of Vail, Eagle County, Colorado, described as follows: Beginning at the most northerly comer of Lot 3, Sunburst Filing No. 3, according to the final plat for Sunburst Filing No. 3, recorded in Book 263 at Page 429, in the office of the Eagle County, Colorado, Clerk and Recorder, said point also being on the northerly right-of-way line of Sunburst Drive, as shown on said final plat; thence the following two courses along said northerly right-of-way line: (1) 119.32 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, having a radius of 135.00 feet, a central angle of 50038'21" and a chord that bears N72059'22"W 115.47 feet; (2) S81141'30"W 187.43; thence, departing said northerly right-of-way line, N08018'30"W 266.90 feet; thence N79028'56"E 939.41 feet; thence S1 1°28'38"E 91.78 feet; thence S40101'1 9"W 490.77 feet; thence S77000'32"W 165.16 feet to the northerly line of said Lot 3; thence, along said northerly line of Lot 3, 148.02 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, having a radius of 189.10 feet, a central angle of 44050'53" and a chord that bears N65°08'56"W 144.27 feet to the point of beginning, containing 6.47 acres, more or less, shall be rezoned to General Use (GU) District, in accordance with the attached map exhibit. Section 4. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not effect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would have passed this ordinance, and each part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more parts, sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid. r Oro ,ance No. 9, Series of 2001 , Section 5. The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this ordinance is necessary and proper for the health, safety and welfare of the Town of Vail and the inhabitants thereof. Section 6. The amendment of any provision of the Town Code as provided in this ordinance shall not affect any right which has accrued, any duty imposed, any violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution commenced, nor any other action or proceeding as commenced under or by virtue of the provision amended. The amendment of any provision hereby shall not revive any provision or any ordinance previously repealed or superseded unless expressly stated herein. Section 7. All bylaws, orders, resolutions and ordinances, or parts thereof, inconsistent herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer shall not be construed to revise any bylaw, order, resolution or ordinance, or part thereof, theretofore repealed. INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this third day of April, 2001 and a public hearing for second reading of this Ordinance set for the 17th day of April, 2001, in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail, Colorado. Ludwig Kurz, Mayor Attest: Lorelei Donaldson, Town Clerk READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED this 17th day of April, 2001. Ludwig Kurz, Mayor C dinance No. 9, Series of 2001 Attest: Lorelei Donaldson, Town Clerk ordinance No. 9, Series of 2001 i I! Exhibit Proposed Rezoning Graphic Parcel Description UNPLATTED ~s • 266.90' .,rY •,Im4cs At UM CAP. .:.S N OK 113-30" r' d16F7 i i ~P1:;AL Ln ca \ P SO!lIf! ~>F1CLL PptNi LDT t, SUNBURST FILING 140. 3 FOUI-0D g4 RE.NAR k AtUM. CAP L.S. n p 1684A cc V A I L' V A L L E Y P. i=50.38'21 " D R I V E ( 40' ) R=135.00' P-0.8. L=119.32' CLEN=1 15.47' BRG-N 72'59'22" IN 1=44'50.53" R=189.10' VAIL GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE L=148.02' SUBDIVISION CLEN=144.27' BRG=N 65'08'56" IN 647 ACRES Z J LOT 3 t° SUNBURST FILING NO. 3 c!.08110usE m UNPLATTE: OUTLINE (T J 01 l L,II N UNPLATTED s Roo, ~9 h I ~ a $U' 150'- 8 E 5 119 S-7 NOTICE: ACCORDING TO COLOP,AOO LAW YOU MUST COMMENC,` ANY LEGAL AC11ON EASED UPOU ANY DESECt IN THIS SURVEY :WITHIN THREE YEARS AFTER YOU FIRST DISCOVER SUCH DEFECT. IN NC EVENT, MAY ANY ACTION BASED UPON ANY REFSC: tN Tru, SURVEY BE COMMENCED MORE THAN TFN YEARS FROM THE DATE OF 114E CERTIFICATION SHOWN EACLvAq HEP,EON. - MEMORANDUM TO: Vail Town Council FROM: Bob McLaurin, Town Manager RE: Town Manager's Report DATE: April 17, 2001 STREETBEAT FIREWORKS To clarify a question that arose Tuesday (4/10/01) as to the regularity of this season's StreetBeat fireworks, I have confirmed with the Vail Valley Foundation the following: the fireworks were held every Saturday night, starting on December 30th, similar to last year but "larger." Each display was a 12-minute segment, using a larger shell size 6. Jim Funk aimed the fireworks from the water tank toward LionsHead (the agreed upon compromise with the Forest Service). VRI was concerned about the debris, although it was all biodegradeable. The fourteen week series cost approximately $105,000. ICE DOME UPDATE Pursuant to the conditional use permit issued for this project, we have removed the ice bubble from the golf course and are in the process of restoring the driving range. This facility will be stored down valley during the summer months and will be re-erected next October. SENATE BILL 216 At the request of the Mayor, I testified before the Senate Public Policy Committee on Senate Bill 216. As you may be aware, this bill attempts to limit water rights for recreational uses and could jeopardize our water rights for the use of the White Water Park. This bill is being pushed by the State Engineer's Office and the Colorado Water Conservation Board. Also testifying were the towns of Breckenridge and Golden, as well as the Northwest CCOG and the Eagle River Conservation District. The committee took no action and continued the hearing until next Wedesday, at which time they expect to vote on the matter. I will also be attending the hearing next Wedenday and will update you on the progress of this issue. UPCOMING ITEMS: April 24. 2001 Work Session Neighborhood Walkabout - Ford Park Vail Plaza Hotel West work session DRB/PEC Report Municipal Center/Fire Services Overview McKeeta - Appeal of DRIB Denial Todd Scholl - 20 year anniversary Mav 1. 2001 Work Session Occupancy of EHU's Joint meeting with PEC - Discussion of town projects TIFF Discussion Mav 1. 2001 Evenina Meetina 1St Reading - Vail Plaza Hotel West SDD At TOWN OF VAIL Office of the Mayor 75 South Frontage Road April 11, 2001 Vail, Colorado 81657 970-479-2100 FAX 970-479-2157 www ci. vail. co. us The Honorable Jack Taylor The State Senate 200 East Colfax Denver, CO 80203 Dear Senator Taylor: As the Town of Vail Mayor, I am writing to express the unanimous opposition of the Vail Town Council to the Recreational In-Channel Diversion Legislation sponsored by Senator Lew Entz. The Town of Vail has constructed a new kayak and boating whitewater park as an additional recreational amenity for locals and guests. It is anticipated that the whitewater park will significantly enhance our early summer season. The proposed legislation would effectively change the existing law in Colorado, which permits the adjudication of in channel diversions for recreational boating courses, such as the Town of Vail whitewater park. It seeks to accomplish this change by requiring the applicant to first submit its application to the Colorado Water Conservation Board (Board). The Board then decides whether to approve the application based on "factors as may be determined appropriate... by the Board." The Board's decision would then be binding on the Water Court absent a finding that it acted arbitrary and capricious. The Town of Vail is vigorously opposed to this legislation for four principal reasons: I . The bill relegates recreational use of water to a second class status. Recreation is one of the State's largest and cleanest industries. It is a key to the State's economic well being. Whitewater courses have been proven to be of substantial economic benefit to local communities and an important element of preserving or revitalizing core downtown areas of cities and towns. Recreation water use should not have a different set of standards. 2. The bill empowers the Board (dominated by water users that are opposed to recreational diversions) as a quasi water court. This is an unacceptable precedent that vests far too much control in a state agency. The current water allocation system has worked well since statehood where water decisions are made by an impartial water judge. 3. This bil l applies retroactively to existing recreational diversions that have not been decreed. In the case of the Town of Vail, the whitewater park has been constructed at considerable cost and its water right application is currently pending in the Water Court. This bill would stop this application and jeopardize the Town's ability to protect its investment in the whitewater park. 4. Existing law provides adequate protection to ensure that recreational diversions are not located and used in a manner that will adversely affect Colorado compact entitlement. C.R.S. 37-81-101 through 104. Moreover, the use of water in connection with recreational whitewater parks is non-consumptive. The water that passes through the Vail course, for example, is used and reused over six times by downstream Colorado water diverters before that water leaves the State line. RECYCLED PAPER Thank you for your thoughtful consideration of this matter and we urge your strong opposition to this anti-recreation bill. Very Truly yours, OF VAIL LUDWI RZ, Mayor I u TOWN OF VAIL Office of the Mayor 75 South Frontage Road Vail, Colorado 81657 970-479-2100 April 11, 2001 FAX 970-479-2157 www ci. vail. co. us The Honorable Al White House of Representatives 200 East Colfax Denver, CO 80203 Dear Representative White: As the Town of Vail Mayor, I am writing to express the unanimous opposition of the Vail Town Council to the Recreational In-Channel Diversion Legislation sponsored by Senator Lew Entz. The Town of Vail has constructed a new kayak and boating whitewater park as an additional recreational amenity for locals and guests. It is anticipated that the whitewater park will significantly enhance our early summer season. The proposed legislation would effectively change the existing law in Colorado, which permits the adjudication of in channel diversions for recreational boating courses, such as the Town of Vail whitewater park. It seeks to accomplish this change by requiring the applicant to first submit its application to the Colorado Water Conservation Board (Board). The Board then decides whether to approve the application based on "factors as may be determined appropriate... by the Board." The Board's decision would then be binding on the Water Court absent a finding that it acted arbitrary and capricious. The Town of Vail is vigorously opposed to this legislation for four principal reasons: 1. The bill relegates recreational use of water to a second class status. Recreation is one of the State's largest and cleanest industries. It is a key to the State's economic well being. Whitewater courses have been proven to be of substantial economic benefit to local communities and an important element of preserving or revitalizing core downtown areas of cities and towns. Recreation water use should not have a different set of standards. 2. The bill empowers the Board (dominated by water users that are opposed to recreational diversions) as a quasi water court. This is an unacceptable precedent that vests far too much control in a state agency. The current water allocation system has worked well since statehood where water decisions are made by an impartial water judge. 3. This bill applies retroactively to existing recreational diversions that have not been decreed. In the case of the Town of Vail, the whitewater park has been constructed at considerable cost and its water right application is currently pending in the Water Court. This bill would stop this application and jeopardize the Town's ability to protect its investment in the whitewater park. 4. Existing law provides adequate protection to ensure that recreational diversions are not located and used in a manner that will adversely affect Colorado compact entitlement. C.R.S. 37-81-101 through 104. Moreover, the use of water in connection with recreational whitewater parks is non-consumptive. The water that passes through the Vail course, for example, is used and reused over six times by downstream Colorado water diverters before that water leaves the State line. RECYCLEDPAPER Thank you for your thoughtful consideration of this matter and we urge your strong opposition to this anti-recreation bill. Very Truly yours, OF VAIL LUDWIG RZ, Mayor L VAIL CHAMBER & BUSINESS ASSOCIATION 2001 SHOULDER SEASON HOURS LODGING Vail Manor Vail Resort Year round 24 hours Christinia Lodge Year round 7 am - 7 pm, 7 am - 9 pm Sitzmark Year round 7 am - 10 pm Peak Properties Year round 9 am - 5:30 pm Lionshead Destination Resorts Year round 9 am - 9 pm Antlers Year round East VaiUWest Vail Park Meadows Lodge Year round 8 am - 6 pm & 8 am - 7 pm RESTAURANT Vail Covered Bridge Coffee Year round 7 am - 5 pm 110mr. Sweet Basil Closed only April 22 - 25 for cleaning and projects Otherwise 11:30 am - 2:30 pm lunch and 6 pm - close Haagen Dazs Cafe 4/22 - 5/24: Sunday - Friday, 9am - 6 pm and Saturday, 9 am - 9pm Club Chelsea April 16 - mid-June, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 8 pm - 2 am The Grind Open every day featuring daily specials Lionshead Bart & Yeti's Closed April 25 - May 15 11 am-5 pm Montauk Seafood Grill Closed May 21 - June 20 6 - 9 pm serving dinner RETAIL Vail E~ e Pieces Vail Village Locations open throughout year, Lionshead & Hyatt location open weekends Roxy Year round 10 - 5 or 6 pm Laughing Monkey Year round 10 am - 6 pm Rucksack Year round 9 am - 5:30 pm\ Noel Year round 10 am - 4 pm Covered Bridge Store Year round 10 am - 6 pm The Golden Bear Year round 10 am - 6 pm Scotch on the Rockies Year round 10 am - 6 pm and 11 am - 5 pm The Baggage Cheque Year round 10 am - 5 pm Vail T-Shirt Co - Vail Year round 10 am - 6 pm Wild Bill's Year round 10 am - 6 pm Karats Year round 10 am - 6 pm John Galt Open Year round Open Daily Specialty Sports April 23 - Memorial Day: 10 am - 5 pm, Monday - Sunday (Includes Vail Sports, Base Mountain Sports & Younger Generation) Colorado Footwear Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm & Sunday, 11 am - 6 pm Ceramica Daily: 10 am - 6 pm, through June 1 Lionskead Vail T-Shirt Co - Lionshead Year round 10 am - 6 pm General Store Year round 8:30 am - 5:30 pm East VaiUWest Vail East Vail Wine & Spirits Year round 12 - 10 pm, closed Sundays Vail Valley Ace Year round 8 am - 7 pm OTHER SERVICES Cascade Village Theatres Year round 3 shows/weekday, 4 shows/weekend Riverwalk Theatres Year round 3 shows/weekday, 4 shows/weekend Crossroads Cinema Year round 3 shows/weekday, 4 shows/weekend Concierge Cervantes Year round 8 am - 7 pm Remax Realty Year round 9 am - 5 pm JL Viele Construction, Inc. Year round 8 am - 5 pm Law Office of Bradley Helm Year round 8 am - 5 pm Lvt~u~ y ~7 01 t,Q,~t.~u,+~3 Town of Vail Donovan Community Park Facility 17 APR 2001 Owner's Budget Comparison Worksheet March 2001 April 2001 (DD Description (Schematic Level) Variance Notes Level) Construction - Pavilion (Includes Escalation) 2,419,645 2,484,780 65,135 Construction - Parking (includes Escalation) 1,775,345 1,388,323 (387,022) Construction - Sitework (Includes Escalation) 1,297,560 1,300,750 3,190 Construction - Park Area (Includes Escalation) 1,984,373 1,956,499 (27,874) Construction - Anticipated ACoE, CDoT & Escalation 100,000 100,000 - Construction - Owner's Costs - 166,000 166,000 Owner costs in March were carried in construction line items above. Subtotal Construction: 7,576,923 7,396,352 (180,571) FF&E 152,300 160,300 8,000 Kitchen upgrade Municipal Fees & Expenses 94,667 94,667 - Professional Fees 1,400,000 1,400,000 Owner/Operator Pre-Opening Costs 36,500 36,500 - Subtotal Owner Costs: 1,683,467 1,691,467 8,000 Construction Contingency 397,669 3.9% 397,669 3.9% - Owner's Contingency 513,677 5.1% 686,248 6.7% 172,571 Contingency increase Subtotal Contingency: 911,346 9.0% 1,083,917 10.7% 172,571 Net cost decrease Project Budget Total: 10,171,736 10,171,736 - 2001 h:\projects\donovan park\cost estimate\dd\SD - DD Comparison-Draft 3 Page 1 of 1 © All Rights Res Architectural Resource Consultants, , Inc. c. q•rh•or ut,+u#3 O D E L .A R C H I T E C '1' S. P C DATE: 17APR01 DONOVAN COMMUNITY PARK FACILITY BACKGROUND: Odell Architects retained Architectural Energy Corporation (AEC) to assist with evaluating the scope of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification process as it pertains to the Donovan Community Park Project. The Donovan Park Project is completed through Design Development and moving forward with final Construction Documents. PRELIMINARY LEED RATING: The design of the Donovan Community Park Project currently adheres to principles of sustainable and energy efficient design by incorporating design and technology features that reduce the building's energy and environmental impact. The U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system is being proposed as a sustainable design measure of the project. The LEED rating system consists of seven prerequisite criteria and 32 user-selected criteria organized into five categories: • Sustainable Site Development • Water Efficiency • Energy and Atmosphere • Materials and Resources • Indoor Environmental Quality LEED version 2.0 is the current version of this standard and is here used by AEC for a preliminary scoring and scoping of additional work and associated costs for an actual LEED certification. LEED is a voluntary, consensus-based, market-driven building rating system based on available proven technology that evaluates environmental performance from a "whole building" perspective over a building's life cycle. For the preliminary LEED scoping input from Odell Architects and Architectural Resource Consultants (ARC) was Cj: rr.i;i)0ivi- I. :3'2065 ~s'ri.r: Cnt i; i-. Si rrr: 150. E\r:ii t,ii r:e\. COL011 k00 804:39 0L PuO\it (303) 670-5980 1' (303)670-7102 AEC - LEED Evaluation Page 2 of 3 incorporated into the scoring process. The latest version and more information pertaining to the LEED Rating System is available from the U.S. Green Building Council's website at htta://www.us~zbc.or,~4/. Attached is a preliminary score sheet of a LEED rating annotated with notes on estimated additional work and costing. Based on preliminary review and discussion with Odell Architects, the Donovan Community Park Project currently qualifies for 19 LEED points with 27 additional LEED points still available. LEED certification levels are as follows: LEED GREEN BUILDING CERTIFICATION LEVELS = 26 - 32 LEED CERTIFIED I = 33 - 38 LEED CERTIFIED SILVER LEVEL I = 39 - 51 LEED CERTIFIED GOLD LEVEL = 52 + LEED CERTIFIED PLATINUM LEVEL AEC recommends that the Owner and Architect evaluate the funding available to obtain LEED certification. If official LEED certification is to be pursued, decisions regarding which additional LEED credits should be met will be made on a case-by-case basis. LEVEL OF EFFORT: The primary purpose of the LEED certification program is to encourage U.S. building owners and developers to adopt a green building approach, in order to sustain site ecology, improve energy efficiency, safeguard water, enhance indoor environments, and conserve materials. However, it is a document and time intensive, costly process. According to the USGBC, although green building upgrades can be highly profitable (earning from 20-40% post-tax rates of return over the life time of the building), an initial investment (depending upon the program, facility location, and scope of the green building measures) may be required to score a LEED rating." -2- AEC - LEED Evaluation Page 3 of 3 Potential Sources of additional costs include but are not limited to: • Documentation -Additional design work -Additional Design Team time and effort to provide proper documentation -Specification revisions/additions -Reproduction Costs • Consultant Fees -Energy Performance Modeling -Additional Commissioning -Measurement and Verification -LEED Assistance • Construction Costs -Additional construction time/scheduling -Additional costs associated with new materials/methods -3- LEED Green Building Rating System"m Version 2.0 - Implemented by Architectural Energy Corporation Project (Donovan Community Park Facility _ Date 17-Apr-01I Project I Possible FYI r7 n Points Points Credit Category Credit Title Sustainable Sites n n 0 0 Prerequisite 1 Erosion and Sedimentation Control nnn 1 1 Credit 1 Site Selection n n M. 0 1 Credit 2 Urban Redevelopment n n M. 0 1 Credit 3 Brownfield Redevelopment n n n 1 1 Credit 4.1 Alternative Transportation Locate Near Public Transportatron n M1 1 Credit 4.2 Alternative Transportation_6 cyrde Slcrage & Changu,g Raoms n n I x 0 1 Credit 4.3 Alternative Transportation A ter at de Fuel Rrfue; ng S t:;ns n n n 0 1 Credit 4.4 Alternative Transportation Mknimun? o No Ne,.v Par'? r n n n 0 1 Credit 5.1 Reduced Site Disturbance, Proter„ or Restore OPer Sr ace n n n 1 1 Credit 5.2 Reduced Site Disturbance. Re"u;.e =octprrl & Increase Of!er Space n n n 1 1 Credit 6.1 Stormwater Management No Net increase or 25'5 C==crease n n n 1 1 Credit 6.2 Stormwater Management. Treatment Systems n n n 0 1 Credit 7.1 Landscape & Exterior Design to Reduce Heat Islands. Site Surfaces n n n 0 1 Credit 7.2 Landscape & Exterior Design to Reduce Heat Islands: Root Surfaces n n n 1 1 Credit 8 Light Pollution Reduction 2 5 7 14 Subtotal - Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency n n n 0 1 Credit 1.1 Water Efficient Landscaping, Reduce by F-1 n n 0 1 Credit 1.2 Water Efficient Landscaping, Reduce Ada;ticnal 50 - No Irriga'icn n n 1-1 0 1 Credit 2 Innovative Wastewater Technologies n n n 0 1 Credit 3.1 Water Use Reduction <edu: o n n n 0 1 Credit 3.2 Water Use Reduction, additional 10 Reduction, 3 2 0 5 Subtotal - Water Efficiency Energy and Atmosphere n r7 0 0 Prerequisite 1 Fundamental Building Systems Commissioning sY n n 0 0 Prerequisite 2 Minimum Energy Performance Y.' n n 0 0 Prerequisite 3 CFC Reduction in HVAC&R Equipment n n n 0 2 Credit 1.1 Optimize Energy Performance. 20°.,o New 10% Exist :g n n n 0 2 Credit 1.2 Optimize Energy Performance, 3004: New 200,;, Existing n n n 0 2 Credit 1.3 Optimize Energy Performance, 40,1, New 30% Existing n n n 0 2 Credit 1.4 Optimize Energy Performance. 50 New 40% Existing n n n 0 2 Credit 1.5 Optimize Energy Performance. 60 New 50% Existing n n n 0 1 Credit 2.1 Renewable Energy; 5 Contribution n n s 0 1 Credit 2.2 Renewable Energy. Consibu€en F-1 n rxn 0 1 Credit 2.3 Renewable Energy, 20', Contributor n n n 0 1 Credit 3 ;Additional Commissioning n n n 1 1 Credit 4 Elimination or HCFC's and Halons n n n 0 1 Credit 5 Measurement and Verification I n n s 0 1 Credit 6 Green Power 7 5 1 17 Subtotal - Energy and Atmosphere Page 1 of 3 LEED Green Building Rating System"m Version 2.0 - Implemented by Architectural Energy Corporation + (Project (Donovan Community Park Facility - Date 117-Apr-01 Project Possible n tai Points Points Credit Category Credit Title Materials and Resources y n n 0 0 Prerequisite 1 Storage & Collection of Recyclables nnn 0 1 Credit 1.1 Building Reuse. Maintain 7515 of Existln, Shea r7 n rn 0 1 Credit 1.2 Building Reuse, Maintain Additional 250.! of Shea F-1 n rl 0 1 Credit 1.3 Building Reuse. Maintain 100% Shell & 50% Nor:-Sher ^rn n n 1 1 Credit 2.1 Construction Waste Management. Salvage or Recycle 50 ~n n 1 1 Credit 2.2 Construction Waste Management. ,aaivag e Add tonal 25b I n n rn 0 1 Credit 3.1 Resource Reuse: Specify 5° Reuse n n n 0 1 Credit 3.2 Resource Reuse Spec.f '0^4, Reuse n n n 0 1 Credit 4.1 Recycled Content Specify 25`,'; Recycled Co `tee n n rn 0 1 Credit 4.2 Recycled Content. Specify 50 Recycled Content n n n 1 1 Credit 5.1 Local/Regional Materials. 2u' Manufactured n rn n 0 1 Credit 5.2 Local/Regional Materials. of 200!b Abcve 5C Harvesied Lcca y n n n 1 1 Credit 6 Rapidly Renewable Materials n n n 0 1 Credit 7 Certified Wood 2 7 4 13 Subtotal - Materials and Resources Indoor Environmental Quality F-1 n 0 0 Prerequisite 1 Minimum IAQ Performance [77 n n 0 0 Prerequisite 2 Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) Control n n n 1 1 Credit 1 Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Monitoring n n n 0 1 Credit 2 Increase Ventilation Effectiveness M F-1 F7 1 1 Credit 3.1 Construction IAQ Management Plan P! or n n n 1 1 Credit 3.2 Construction IAQ Management Plan. D: r:,g nnn 0 1 Credit 4.1 Low-Emitting Materials Adhesives n n n 0 1 Credit 4.2 Low-Emitting Materials. Pants n n n 0 1 Credit 4.3 Low-Emitting Materials. Carpet n n n 0 1 Credit 4.4 Low-Emitting Materials, Composite W d n n n 1 1 Credit 5 Indoor Chemical and Pollutant Source Control , n n n 0 1 Credit 6.1 Controllability of Systems, Operable l+Vindow n n n 0 1 Credit 6.2 Controllability of Systems Indio dual Controls n n F-l 0 1 Credit 7.1 Thermal ComfortComply vote; ASHRAE 55-1992 n n n 0 1 Credit 7.2 Thermal Comfort, Permanent Monitoring System ri n n 1 1 Credit 8.1 Daylight and Views. Diffuse ?ight i 510 of Space n n n 1 1 Credit 8.2 Daylight and Views, Direct Lane of Site to 90°'o of Space 9 0 6 15 Subtotal - Indoor Environmental Quality Page 2 of 3 LEED Green Building Rating SysternTM Version 2.0 - Implemented by Architectural Energy Corporation Project (Donovan Community Park Facility _ I Date 17-Apr-01 Project I Possible l Credit F7 Points Points Credit Category Credit Title Innovation & Design Process n M. n 0 1 Credit 1.1 Innovation in Design. As approved by USGBC F-1 n n 0 1 Credit 1.2 Innovation in Design; As approved by USGBC F1 n n 0 1 Credit 1.3 Innovation in Design. As approved by USGBC n n f X l 0 1 Credit 1.4 Innovation in Design As approved by USGBC Mx n n 1 1 Credit 2 LEEDTm Accredited Professional 2 2 1 5 Subtotal - Innovation & Design Process 19 27 23 69 TOTAL POINTS POSSIBLE 19 TOTAL PROJECT POINTS LEED GREEN BUILDING CERTIFICATION LEVELS I = 26 - 32 LEED CERTIFIED = 33 - 38 LEED CERTIFIED SILVER LEVEL =I = 39 - 51 LEED CERTIFIED GOLD LEVEL = 52 + LEED CERTIFIED PLATINUM LEVEL Page 3 of 3 To: Vail Town Council From: Vail Center Finance Team Staff. Russ Forrest Date: April 17, 2001 Subject Vail Center Capital and Operating Budget 1. PURPOSE The purpose of the April 17th evening meeting on the Vail Center is to request the Town Council's direction on: • The program uses i.e, recreation, culture, and education, that should be included in the directions to the design team • Whether one or both of the capital plan scenarios described on page 3 is acceptable at this time. A final decision will be needed in July on how to frame a ballot initiative. • Whether to enter into a contract with EDAW for design services. 2. PROJECT OBJECTIVES • The facilities plan will build upon the community facility ideas and lands that have been identified through community surveys and the Vail Tomorrow, Common Ground, Lionshead Master Plan, and other community processes. • The facilities programming will complement both recreational (e.g., skiing and mountain sports) and cultural (e.g., art, performing arts) amenities that exist in the Vail Valley so as to create a world class network of community facilities in the Valley. • The facilities shall be outstanding in their design and programming. Potential residents and guests would be drawn to Vail because of them. These should be unique facilities. • The facilities will serve both Vail Valley residents and guests. • Public-private partnerships will be pursued to finance the development of the facilities. 3. SUMMARY OF COUNCIL DECISIONS TO-DATE: • On September 21, 1999; November 16, 1999; and on March 14, 2000 the Town Council affirmed the list of public uses that would be considered further, primarily a 2nd sheet of ice, a family activity center, learning/meeting/performing arts facility (convertible floor space which can convert into either a meeting space or a performing arts/event venue), and affordable housing. r • On July 18, 2000 the Town Council eliminated alternative 3 from further consideration. • On August 1, 2000 the Town Council directed staff to move forward with a 2001 ballot initiative. • On August 1, 2000 the Town Council directed staff to: - Foster the redevelopment and enhancement of existing hotel properties near the project site. - Work with VVTCB to encourage existing hotels to commit rooms at a competitive price for meetings and functions. - When refining the design for the project site, identify phasing plans that could allow the expansion of the meeting center and a future hotel in a phase 2 plan if the market demonstrated it was necessary to make the meeting center operate successfully.- - Identify alternative mass transit technologies to move people more efficiently along the in-town route. • On August 15, 2000 the Town Council directed the Town Manager to sign a contract with the White River Institute to assist in the development of a fund raising campaign for all the public uses and to also help refine the concept of a "learning center." • On May 23, 2000 and on September 5, 2000, the Town Council decided to stay with the existing design team. The Council did indicate that obtaining a third party designer to provide a critique of the design and to enrich the thinking of the design team would be valuable. • On December 12, 2000 the Town Council indicated their support for the concept paper. • On December 19, 2000 the Town Council developed a square footage and use "wish list." • On February 7th, 2001, the Town Council reviewed a draft contract with EDAW and reaffirmed their interest in moving forward with the existing design team. • On March 6th the Finance Team reviewed the capital and operational plans with the Town Council. 3. Question and Answers On March 6th Council asked a variety of questions. Attachment A summarizes those questions and answers. 4. CAPITAL COST ESTIMATES Two different cost estimators, ARC and Hansel Phelps, have reviewed the Vail Center program elements identified by Council in December and developed cost estimates for those uses (Attachment B). Since March 6th staff and, individual Council members have met with representatives of Vail Resorts to discuss the Lionshead Parking Structure. At this time staff would propose eliminating the parking costs of $14.5 million and allow Vail Resorts to further investigate redeveloping the Lionshead Parking Structure. Preliminary cost estimates for a new parking structure are $43 million. This idea is only viable if Council conceptually accepts the idea of developing for sale development above the parking structure. The potential revenue from real estate development above the parking structure is approximately $25 million. Below are three scenarios. The first proposal is the one that was presented on March 7th. The other scenarios (A & B) reflect two approaches that don't include a parking cost (See attachement C for detail). 2 T L Budget Scenario Vail Center Revenue Implications Cost March 7 Proposal $97 million $97 million • Endowment is in (includes -$52 million public bonds capital fund parking and -$38 million private versus endowment donations operational • Significant • 2.75 mils (6.1% annual RETT increase) property tax payment for • $1,500,000 annual recreational commitment from sales uses tax (March 7th budget had $1.5 mil.) $941,580 annual commitment from RETT 1) April 17th Total Cost $75 million Revenue This assumes Scenario A: Vail is $75 mil - $35 million public bonds that the Vail Center is Down from down from $52 million Center buys 150 integrated with a $97 million - $40 million donations down spaces from the new parking (Endowmen from $45 million parking structure. TOV t move out structure at cost and VR work of the • 2.75 mils (6.1 % ($15,000) together to develop capital plan increase) property tax It requires a a new parking along with . $1,195,000 million high level of structure parking annual commitment from commitment cost) sales tax (March 7th from Vail budget had $1.5 mil.) Resorts. No RETT dollars are used • Minimizes capital dollars 2) April 17th Total Cost $75 million Revenue • if no additional Scneario B: Vail is $75 - $44 million public bonds parking is Center is million down from $52 million created at the completely down from - $31 million donations down Lionshead independent of the $97 million from $45 million Parking Parking Structure (Endowmen . 3.0 mils (6.7% increase) structure the with no new t move out in property tax. additional parking added. of the . $1.5 million annual demand of 163 capital plan commitment from sales spaces could along with tax - capital fund not be parking . $245,000/year debt from guaranteed in cost) RETT for landscape and the month of streetscape. March. • RETT used for landscape and streetscape 3 r t Staff Recommendation: Staff would ask that both scenarios be considered until a vote is needed in August on the ballot issue. The first scenario for funding leverages public money to the greatest extent. However, it is contingent upon what happens to the parking structure. It is important to understand that Council is comfortable with one of the two funding scenarios at this point but it is not critical to decide which one is the preferred scenario for a ballot initiative in November. 5. OPERATIONAL FINANCIAL PLAN Since March 7th the Financial Team has developed a 5-year operational plan.. The operational plan presented on March 7'h reflect the documented lost business and correlates to year 1 of operation in the table below. The following is a summary of that 5-year plan. CONE CIR. CONE. CTR OUT OF TOWN SALES 4% SALES 1.40% NET uVhxATPC GROSS NET NET TAXABLE TAX L k)DL7& Y7 YEAR REVENUES RM NICUfS RM NIC MS VL-m iunS SALES REVENUE TAXREVS 1 $209,005 79,600 59,700 127,842 $27,221,641 $1,088,866 $138,167 2 $228,948 90,800 68,100 143,718 $30,618,343 $1,224,734 $155,807 3 $242,656 99,200 74,400 155,625 $33,165,870 $1,326,635 $169,037 4 $257,599 110,400 82,800 171,501 $36,562,573 $1,462,503 $186,677 5 $266,306 118,800 89,100 183,408 $39,110,099 $1,564,404. $199,907 (*)A25%FAuiu1cHASBEEN Us-tuTOALLLAMFORARGiCMNiQ- rEISPIAC MENTS. 6. CONTRACT WITH EDAW Staff has reviewed the qualifications of the design team of EDAW, HGA, and Zehren and Associates on 3 different occasions with the Town Council. Each time the Town Council has directed staff to move forward with this design team. A contract was last reviewed by the Town Council on February 7th, 2001. Since that time staff has looked at how to further reduce that cost. Staff is proposing the design team generate massing studies, floor plans, and elevations (images of how the building will look). However, staff would suggest the goal of this design effort be to confirm the physical feasibility of fitting the uses on the site refine the cost estimates, allow adjacent property owners to evaluate views from their properties, and to demonstrate the beginning of a design direction. Staff would suggest that further design work be deferred until after a November election. Given this proposed approach, staff would propose the following schedule: April 23rd -25th: Design team meet to prepare the site plan and floor plans April 24th: Design preferencing exercise to help identify an architectural direction. May 7,8,91h: Design Team meets to begin developing elevations for the building May 9th. Critique of design by outside design professionals and stakeholders (Council, DRB, adjacent property owners) 4 1s' or 2nd week of June: Design presentation to Council and public Total cost would not exceed $165,000. Staff would also hire a cost estimator to work with the design team to ensure the design meets the budget outlined in the Attachment C. Staff is proposing development of two designs. One would integrate the Vail Center with a new Lionhsead Parking Structure. A second design would provide a design approach for the development of the Vail Center on the Charter Bus lot independent of the Lionshead parking structure. 7. BENEFITS OF DEVELOPING THE VAIL CENTER • Development of a community cross-roads where residents and guests can enjoy recreation, learning, and culture. • $26-$39 million in additional spending per year by additional business that would be generated from the facility and $1-1.5 million in additional sales tax. • The facility will generate an additional 90,000 room nights. • This facility will provide additional business in shoulder seasons and provide greater stability for our employee base. • This will provide additional amenities for guests and residents which will be critical to achieve the Town's vision of being "The premier mountain resort community." • Multiple funding sources will be used to fund the Center and the plan leverages private funding. The Finance team would propose that public funding or the actual collection of additional taxes be contingent upon raising private funds. • Younger seasonal employees have identified creating additional activities as a critical need along with affordable housing to their overall satisfaction. In other words this could help attract and retain quality employees based on survey work the Vail Village merchants conducted. Attachments: A. Questions and Answers B. Uses and Costs C. Capital Scenarios D. Public Access to Vail Center E. Letter on Parking from Arnie Ullvig F. Letters from meeting planners and hotels 5 ATTACHMENTS A QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS r, r Attachment A Question and Issues From the March 6th Town Council Meeting Operational Issues: 1. How will we assure community access? Response: There are four ways community use of the facility will be insured: A. An endowment is proposed to offset the costs for community groups. B. The Vail room and other break out space will be fully utilized by meetings 27% of the year (98 days). The other 73% (267 days) of the year the facility will be available to community groups and learning center programs (see attached chart). The learning center programs average 30-40 people per group so there is still plenty of space for other community functions. C. Booking guidelines • TOV would have 10 days to book the facility at anytime on an annual basis. • Established not-for-profit groups have the ability book space annually every year. They would also have the opportunity to apply for a grant that would defray the cost of booking the space. There are approximately 30 groups that book event space in Vail today. • From October to May, Vail not-for-profit groups could book space up to 12 months ahead of time. • From June to September, Vail not for profit groups could book space up to 6 months ahead of time. (The operating 501 C-3 would determine Vail not-for-profit status and set a rate for community groups. They would also determine grants for community groups to utilize space at no cost) D. It is recommended that a Foundation be created to operate the Vail Center. It is further recommended that two Council members sit on that Foundation to help ensure that community accesses is accommodated. , I 2. The current operating plan has a very conservative estimate for additional sales tax generation. Is there a range and what is the upper limit of that range? The Table below is a 5 year operating model for the Vail Center. CONF. C'I'R COIF CTR. OUT OF TOWN SALES 4% SALES 1.40% NETut ILRA CROSS NET(*) NET TAXABLE TAX LODL mS YEAR REVENUES RM NICHIS RM NKCITS VL~riUnS SALES REVENUE TAX 1 $209,005 79,600 59,700 127,842 $27,221,641 $1,088,866 $138,167 2 $228,948 90,800 68,100 143,718 $30,618,343 $1,224,734 $155,807 3 $242,656 99,200 74,400 155,625 $33,165,870 $1,326,635 $169,037 4 $257,599 110,400 82,800 171,501 $36,562,573 $1,462,503 $186,677 5 $266,306 118,800 89,100 183,408 $39,110,099 $1,564,404 $199,907 A25%FAl:1uKHAS tit kNLbtruTO Au utJNfFORAROCMNIGIf DISPIACEME IIS. 3. How does the Town maintain control of Vail Center? Response: A fundamental question is how much control does the Town want? It is recommended that the Town Council approve of a set of broad operational guidelines that are incorporated into a lease and a deed restriction for the land to ensure that there is community accesses to the facility. In addition, it is recommended that the Town Council have two members on the 501 c-3 board that could potentially operate the facility. This provides a significant amount of control while also creating an independent 501 c-3 to operate the facility which would be much more likely to generate ongoing private support for the Vail Center. Capital and Financing Issues : 1. Break out the cost of the 2"d sheet of ice versus the additional cost incurred by building over the ice rink. Response: The cost of the ice rink would be approximately $4.2 million (versus $6 million) if it did not have to support additional structure over the building. 2. Determine the anticipated maintenance and repair cost of the existing Lionshead Parking structure so that we can compare the costs of a new structure Response: Currently the annual capital maintenance cost for Lionshead is $30,000-$50,000 per year. It is anticipated that the Lionshead structure will need a $4-$5 million "redecking" and remodel that would include elevators and bathrooms in the next 10 years. If a new structure were created today, the capital maintenance costs would be approximately $10,000/year for the first 3-5 years and then would increase to the current amount. In other words T , there is not a significant cost savings on capital maintenance of building a new parking structure versus maintaining the existing structure. 3. Determine what VR's financial commitment will be to this project. Response: VR has committed to doing a feasibility study to create a new parking structure (2300 spaces) which could help the overall parking demand and potentially eliminate the $14.5 million cost the Vail Center is carrying for parking. VR will also pursue other ideas for supporting the project. 4. Determine value of condominiums and fractional fee units. Response: The current Vail Center proposal does not include for-sale housing. However, the finance team has spent considerable time talking to developers in East West Partners, Slifer, Smith, and Framption and have the following conclusions on this issue. • A time-share product could be successful on the site. The ERA market analysis also confirms that. • The absorption rate in Vail could potentially accommodate 40,000 to 50,000 square feet. There may be the physical capacity of 120,000 square feet. Further design work is needed to determine the physical viability of this. • The easiest approach would be for the Town to sell the air rights of this land. The land value of 72,000 square feet of private development is approximately $9 million. • If the Town decided to be the developer, the potential value of the land and the net return on the development is $22 million- $25 million. 5. Lobby space seems too big. Response: This will be evaluated in greater detail during the design process. 6. Two Council members expressed concern over the use of RETT dollars for recreational uses. Response: One capital Plan alternative does not use RETT dollars. The other alternative only uses it for landscaping and streetscape. This is a political decision for the Town Council to make. 7. How could parking used for private fund raising also be available for the public when not used by a donor. Response: Parking spaces have proven to be a valuable component in fund raising programs. Without parking spaces, the private giving may be reduced by 25% to 33%. One idea to address this issue would be to utilize these spaces for public valet parking. So if the owner of a space wanted to use it, a valet could ensure that it is available. Another idea is to have fractionalized ownership so that donors obtain the number of days parking that they would actually use based r on the value of their contribution. There is not a comparable example that staff can find for this idea, so it would be hard to determine the impact to the fund raising campaign. Through some form of shared ownership and a managed parking area there is the opportunity to optimize the parking. 8. Determine housing demand and how to accommodate that demand. Staff conservatively (on the high end) believes that 70 FTEs would be generated. To meet the Town's standard of 30%, 23 employees would need to be provided housing. It is suggested that this housing could be financed through the housing authority. See summary of housing costs and revenue below: Type of Employee # Year-round employees 19 Part time employees (r i t) 51 Sum 70.4 Housing Demand 30% of total 23.4 Cost for Housing Size of space-2 Bedroom 1000 Market Cost/ 2 bedrooms $ 160,000 People/Bedroom 1.25 People/DU 2.5 Cost/Employee $ 64,000 Total Cost $ 1,500,283 Debt Service/Year 7% at 25 year $130,000 Management $24,000 Total Costlyear $154,000 Revenue Rent/Month $580 Rent Revenue/year $ 163,156 Vacancy 5% Net Revenue $ 154,997.97 Net $ 997.97 9. What is the parking demand and how can it be accommodated Arnie Ullvig calculates the additional parking demand at 163 spaces (See attachment E). Vail Resorts is working with the Town to further evaluate the feasibility of a new parking structure that could accommodate approximately 2300 spaces. This scenario would include private development above a new structure to offset a portion of the cost for a new structure. Another scenario is to not provide additional parking but manage the events at the Vail Center in the March time frame to prevent additional parking on the frontage rd. In addition, developing permanent or seasonal parking in other areas of Town can also address the additional need for parking generated by the Vail Center and skiers . 10. Is there a skatepark in Financial Plan? Yes there is a skatepark in the plan. $2.5 million is proposed if the existing parking structure is maintained to put a 20,000 square foot skate park above it. The design team will need to work on how it could be enclosed and architecturally fit with the parking structure and the Vail Center. If the parking structure were rebuilt the skate park would be easier to integrate with the rest of the facility. 11. How does the Vail Center fit with all the other Vail Renaissance needs? The Vail Center is only one part of the Vail Renaissance program. Moving forward with the Vail Center will not impact the other areas of the Renaissance Program. The following is as summary of how the pieces fit together: Lionshead: The Lionshead Master Plan and new zoning for Lionshead has been completed which provides incentives for redevelopment. The catalyst for the $8 million in new streetscape and other public improvements in Lionshead is the new high-end hotel proposed in the plan on the former Gondola building site. The Antlers was the first property to redevelop under the new Master plan and they currently under construction. The Marriott has also been approved for Redevelopment and is currently replacing 63 hotel rooms that were impacted in the fire. The owners of Concert Hall plaza and Vail 21 are actively looking at redevelopment. A work session is being scheduled to request input by the Town Council on public financing for Lionshead. The Vail Center is the major public component of the -Lionshead Master Plan. Vail Villaoe: The Sonnenalp is proposing a major addition that will create a new retail frontage along East Meadow Drive. In addition, the Chateau at Vail will be resubmitting new plans for a hotel. Crossroads is contemplating a new development that could include a park or public plaza in the area that is currently a parking lot. In addition, Vail Resorts is moving forward with their planning on the Vistabahn ski yard and P-3&J that would include improving loading and delivery and skier services. East and West Meadow Drive: The Town is completing streetscape planning on East and West Meadow Drive. This will provide an attractive corridor between Lionshead and the Village. The proposed redevelopment of the Chateau at Vail and the Hospital along with the development of the Vail Center will compliment this streetscape plan and facilitate a strong connection between our commercial core areas. Lodaina Qualitv: Consistent quality of lodging accommodation is a critical issue in Vail. Lodging is also critical to the Vail Center to support the facility. In addition the Vail Center will increase room nights in Vail by 59,000 to 90,000 room nights. A major barrier to redevelopment of hotel properties was that the underlying Public Accommodation District simply did not facilitate economically viable hotel development. New standards have been put in place in both the Village and Lionshead that encourage redevelopment of hotel properties consistent with the design review goals of the Town. New redeveloped hotels are at various stages of planning for the Gondola building site, concert hall plaza, Chateau at Vail, Vail Plaza Inn, Evergreen, and Sonnenalp. In addition, a lodging quality initiative has been successfully started to encourage property owners to upgrade room quality and to communicate to guests the quality of lodging units. Other Actions: Other critical actions that are moving forward include: • Enhanced maintenance and clean-up in the commercial areas of Vail • A program to improve way finding (directional signage) is being implemented. • Additional loading and delivery is being integrated into commercial redevelopment. • $10 million Amphitheater redevelopment • Improving retail quality, quantity, and diversity is being actively worked by commercial property owners, the Town of Vail, and Vail Resorts. A report is due out in June with specific recommendations. • Planning is occurring to identify the next technology for the in-town shuttle 12. Do We Need a Conference Facility/Will It be successful Economic Research Associates study, dated March 2000, strongly recommended developing a meeting facility to improve shoulder season business and to overall improve Vails low lodging occupancy, currently under 60%. The VVTCB has documented lost business and has received letters from meeting groups stating they would come to Vail if we had a facility that is proposed in the Vail Center. Additional meetings have occurred in the last 6 months to confirm the interest of meeting planners. Attached are letters of support from meeting planners and existing hotels for this type of a facility. Another concern expressed is will the Vail Center attract business to Vail that is comparable to our winter guest. Typical meeting participants will have a similar economic demographic, on average, as our winter guest. In other words, on average, they have a family income over $100,000. ATTACHEMENTS B USES AND COSTS THE VAIL CENTER PRELIMINARY SPACE NEEDS 03/01 /01 DESIRABLE RECQMM. CONSTRUCTION' COST FEATURES & C/S COST FINISHES TOTAL EXTENDED SPACE FUNCTION EXPERIENCE RANGE PER SF COST/SF COST/SF LUMP SUM LEARNING & MEETING CONFERENCE SPACE LARGEST ROOM CONF./PERFORMANCEE WARM VS COLD 20,000 220 169 389 7,780,000 STAGE AND BALCONY PRE-FUNCTION RECEPTIONS WELCOMING 5,000 131 137 268 1,340,000 FACILITY MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESSLIKE 3,000 131 63 194 582,000 KITCHENS (10% OF CONF/LC SPACE) FOOD PREP FUNCTIONAL 4,560 194 1 30 324 1,477,440 STORAGE ROOMS/CLOSETS (5% OF CON STORAGE FUNCTIONAL 2,280 131 29 1 60 364,800 CIRCULATION & MECHANICAL 20% FUNCTIONAL 6,968 131 69 200 1,393,600 SUB-TOTAL CONFERENCE SPACE 41,808 309' 12;937;840 LEARNING CENTER BREAKOUT I CONFER INTERACTIVE 6,000 131 1 27 258 1,548,000 BREAKOUT 2 CONFER INTERACTIVE 5,000 131 1 27 258 1,290,000 BREAKOUT 3 CONFER INTERACTIVE 0 131 1 27 258 0 PLANNING ROOM PLANNING WHITE BDS/SOFT WALLS 1,200 131 1 27 258 309,600 SEMINAR/DIALOGUE ROOM 1 MEETING INTERACTIVE 2,500 131 1 27 258 645,000 SEMINAR/ DIALOGUE ROOM 2 CIRC. OR HEXAGONAL 0 131 1 27 258 0 CLASSROOM 1 MEETING INTERACTIVE 1,000 131 70 201 201,000 CLASSROOM 2 O 131 70 201 0 BOARDROOMI 500 131 127 258 129,000 BOARDROOM 2 400 131 127 258 103,200 READING ROOM/LOUNGE 1 STUDY/RESEARCH READING, WRITING,QUIET 1,000 1 66 1 27 293 293,000 READING ROOM/LOUNGE 2 O 166 127 293 O LEARNING STUDIO RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGICAL 3,000 131 137 268 804,000 INTERACTION GIS (GEOL. INFO SYS.) O 131 137 268 O BUSINESS CENTER OFFICE O 3,000 131 90 221 663,000 COPYING, PRODUCT INCUMBATOR COMPUTING TECHNOLOGY CENTRAL COMPUTER CORE FUNCTIONAL 1,000 304 1 69 473 473,000 TELECOMMUNICATIONS DISTANCE LEARNING CIRCULATION & MECHANICAL 20% FUNCTIONAL 4,920 131 70 201 988,920 SUB-TOTAL LEARNING SPACE 29,520 252 7,447,720 ARTS COMMUNITY THEATER (250-300) FILM, LECTURE, ETC. LISTENING 10,000 ISO 1 00 250 2,500,000 WITH STAGE & FLY PROFESSIONAL 1,200,000 CONCERTS, THEATER REHEARSAL 1,500 100 120 220 '330,000 STORAGE/DRESSING/ELECT SUPPORT 2,000 131 70 201 402,000 GALLERY ART DISPLAY ARTISTIC 2,500 166 96 262 655,000 CIRCULATION & MECHANICAL 20% FUNCTIONAL 3,200 166 96 262 838,400 SUBTOTAL ARTS 19,200 309-- 5s25;400 RECREATION: INDOOR ICE HOCKEY, SKATING PRACTICE 29,000 171 58 229 6,641,000 EXHIBITIONS COMPETITION LOCKERS/ DRESSING HOCKEY, SKATING SHOWER/DRESS 2,500 171 127 298 745,000 YOUTH CENTER HANG-OUT WELCOMING 2,500 131 63 194 485,000 INDOOR PLAYGD. FUN 1,500 131 148 279 418,500 CLIMBING WALL ADVENTURE 2,000 220 127 347 694,000 SKATEPARK EXERCISE FUN 20,000 75 50 125 2,500,000 CIRCULATION & MECHANICAL 20% FUNCTIONAL 1 1 ,500 131 70 201 2,31 1 ,500 SUB TOTAL RECREATION 69,000 200 13,795,000 COMMUNITY RETAIL CAFE/COFFEE SHOP NOURISHMENT SOCIAL 2,500 1 94 63 257 642,SOO BOOKSTORE READING, SALES INTELLECTUAL 0 131 63 1 94 O GALLERY OBSERVATION, SALES ARTISTIC O 131 63 1 94 O RESTAURANTS (2) NOURISHMENT SOCIAL 0 194 63 257 0 DINNER THEATER ? CIRCULATION & MECHANICAL 20% FUNCTIONAL 500 131 63 194 97,000 SUS-TQTAL RETAIL 3;600° 247 739,500 OF'FICE'S NON-PROFITS ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESSLIKE 0 131 63 1 94 0 CONFERENCE ROOM 1 MEETING PROFESSIONAL 0 131 63 1 94 0 CONFERENCE ROOM 2 0 131 63 194 0 AV STUDIO RECORDING (TV) 0 304 169 473 0 CIRCULATION & MECHANICAL 20% FUNCTIONAL 0 131 70 201 0 SUB-TOTAL OFFICES 0 #DIV/O! 0. SuB-TOTAL RETAIL & OFFICES 3,000 247 739,500 HOUSING FOR SALE CONDOS (FRACTIONAL) PART-TIME LIVING 2ND HOME 0 1 86 1 47 333 0 CIRCULATION & MECHANICAL 20% FUNCTIONAL 0 186 114 300 0 SUBTOTAL HOUSING 0 #DI1//O! O SUB-TOTAL COMMUNITY 3,000 247 739,500 SITE AMENITIES PARKING PARKING SPACES W 325 SQ.FT) PARKING SKI STORAGE 0 50 18 68 0 0 ADDITIONAL PARKING COST 0 0 O 0 0 0 SUB-TOTAL PARKING (INCLUDES CIRC. & MECH) 0 #DIV/O! 0 OTHER INTERIOR PUBLIC SPACES 2 ARE MAIN LOBBY OBSERVATION VAIL'S FRONT DOOR 3,500 1 66 1 37 303 1,060,500 CONVERSATION ROTUNDA-LIKE PEOPLE CONNECTIONS WATER FEATURE SMALL LOBBIES (4) CONVERSATION CONNECTIONS 1,000 131 137 268 268,000 CIRCULATION & MECHANICAL 10% FUNCTIONAL 450 131 70 201 90,450 SUBTOTAL-OTHER INTERIOR PUBLIC SPACES 4{950.- 287 1,418,950 OTHER EXTERIOR PUBLIC SPACES OUTDOOR ICE SKATING FESTIVE, FAMILIES 0 1 00 58 1 58 0 GARDENS SOCIAL CONTEMPLATIVE 0 0 42 42 0 OUTDOOR ROOM (W/ 15%) MEETING FRESH AIR 0 131 63 194 0 SOCIAL VAIL INTERNATIONAL ACCESS 2,000,000 COVERED DROP-OFF ARRIVAL WELCOMING 1,000 131 55 186 186,000 E. LIONSHEAD CIRCLE AUTO TRAFFIC 0 0 16 16 O STREETSCAPE/LANDSCAPE FOOT TRAFFIC LANDSCAPED 35,000 45 60 105 3,675,000 PROMENADE FOOT TRAFFIC LANDSCAPED 0 50 60 110 0 LOADING DOCKS FREIGHT FUNCTIONAL 4,000 131 29 1 60 640,000 UNIQUE ACCESS SUB-TOTAL ExTERIOR PUBLIC SPACES 40,000 163 6,501,000 TOTAL SQUARE FOOTAGE #REF! -#REF! 0 #REF! #REF! ATTACHMENTS C CAPITIAL SCENARIOS THE VAIL CENTER - March 7th PLAN A: CHARTER BUS SITE - (INCLUDES 400 PARKING SPACES AND NO RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT) CAPITAL COSTS AND FUNDING SOURCES - SUMMARY FACILITY/COST DESCRIPTION ESTIMATED CAPITAL COSTS BY FACILITY SQ. EST. BASE INT/EXT. SOFT PARKING FINANCE/ OPERATING FEET COSTS COSTS SPACE COSTS COSTS W. CAPITAL ENDOWMT. TOTAL CONFERENCE SPACE 41,808 $12,937,840 $12,937,840 $2,443,165 $8,315,336 $2,460,000 $2,095,951 $0 $28,252,292 LEARNING CTR./BREAKOUT SPACE 29,520 $7,447,720 $7,447,720 $1,725,082 $5,421,816 $2,460,000 $250,000 $1,000,000 $18,304,618 ARTS 19,200 $5,925,400 $5,925,400 $1,122,005 $3,458,302 $0 $250,000 $6,000,000 $16,755,707 RECREATION 69,000 $13,795,000 $13,795,000 $2,629,698 $9,948,337 $4,920,000 $1,635,103 $0 $32,928,139 RETAIL (CAFE/COFFEE SHOP) 3.000 $739.500 $739.500 5-0 $344.666 10- $54.208 50 $1.138.374 SUB-TOTAL BUILDING SPACE 162.528 $40.845.460 $40.845.460 $7.919.950 $27.488.458 $9.840.000 $4.285.263 $7.000.000 $97.379.130 PARKING 130,000 $9,840,000 OTHER INTERIOR SPACES 4,950 $1,418,950 OTHER EXTERIOR SPACES 40.000 $6.501.000 SUBTOTAL WITH INT/EXT. SPACES 337.478 $58.605.410 SOFT COSTS (DESIGN, ENG., CONTT. MGMT.) 13% $7,618,703 FFE 6% $3,657,273 ESCALATION (INFLATION) 12% $8,385,766 CONTINGENCY 10% $7.826.715 SUB-TOTAL 47% $27.488.458 FINANCING/BONDING COSTS 5%o $2.656.005 WORKING CAPITAL $1.629.258 OPERATING ENDOWMENT FUND $7.000.000 TOTAL ALL COSTS ,$97.379.130 ESTIMATED FUNDING SOURCES ESTIMATED FUNDING SOURCES BY FACILITY CONFER. LEARNING RETAIL ARTS REC. TOTALS TOV TAX-EXEMPT BONDS (25 YEARS15.5%) $52.026.104 $21.800.561 L0 $1.138.374 _L0 $29.087.169 $52.026.104 PRIVATE DONATIONS - CAPITAL (INCLUDES PKG.) $38,353,026 $6,451,732 $17,304,618 $0 $10,755,707 $3,840,969 $38,353,026 PRIVATE DONATIONS - OPERATING ENDOWMENT $7.000.000 Lo $1.000.000 $00 $6.000.000 ~O $7.000.000 SUBTOTAL - PRIVATE FUNDING $45.353.026 $6.451.732 $18.304.618 ~O $16.755.707 $3.840.969 $45.353.026 TOTAL FUNDING SOURCES $97.379.130 $28.252,292 $18.304,618 $1,138,374 $16,755,707 132 mr_928_1 39 $97,379,130 ESTIMATED TAX IMPACTS ESTIMATED TAX IMPACTS BY FACILITY 2.75 TOV MILL LEVY INCREASE (6% INCREASE TOTAL PROP. TAXES): CONFER. LEARNING RETAIL ARTS REC. TOTALS ANNUAL INCREASE PER $100,000 RESID. MKT VALUE $27 $13 $0 $0 $0 $13 $27 ANNUAL INCR. PER $100,000 COMMERCIAL MKT VALUE $80 $40 $0 $0 $0 $40 $80 PROPERTY TAXES GENERATED FOR DEBT SERVICE $1,375,000 $687,500 $0 $0 $0 $687,500 $1,375,000 NO INCREASE IN TOWN OF VAIL SALES TAX RATE: ANNUAL TOV SALES TAXES NEEDED FOR DEBT SERVICE $1,500,000 $947,542 0 0 0 $552,458 $1,500,000 NO INCREASE IN TOWN OF VAIL RETT RATE: ANNUAL TOV RETT TAXES NEEDED FOR DEBT SERVICE $941,580 $0 $0 $0 $0 $941,580 $941,580 PAGE1 Vail Center Plan A Presentation 04/13/2001 10:53 AM THE VAIL CENTER - Scenario A PLAN A: CHARTER BUS SITE - (INCLUDES 150 FOR SALE PARKING SPACES @ NET $60,000 AND NO RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT) CAPITAL COSTS AND FUNDING SOURCES - SUMMARY FACILITYICOST DESCRIPTION ESTIMATED CAPITAL COSTS BY FACILITY SQ. EST. BASE INT/EXT. SOFT PARKING FINANCE/ OPERATING FEET COSTS COSTS. SPACE COSTS COSTS W. CAPITAL ENDOWMT. TOTAL CONFERENCE SPACE 41,808 $12,937,840 $12,937,840 $2,443,165 $7,168,779 $0 $1,915,624 $0 $24,465,407 LEARNING CTR./BREAKOUT SPACE 29,520 $7,447,720 $7,447,720 $1,725,082 $4,275,260 $0 $250,000 $0 $13,698,062 ARTS 19,200 $5,925,400 $5,925,400 $1,122,005 $3,458,302 $0 $250,000 $0 $10,755,707 RECREATION 69,000 $13,795,000 $13,795,000 $2,629,698 $7,655,223 $0 $1,274,448 $0 $25,354,369 RETAIL (CAFE/COFFEE SHOP) 3.000 $739.500 $739.500 10 $344.666 101 $54.208 L0 $1.138374 SUB-TOTAL BUILDING SPACE 162.528 $40.845.460 $40.845.460 $7.919.950 $22.902.230 $0 $3.744.279 $0 $75.411.920 PARKING 0 $0 OTHER INTERIOR SPACES 4,950 $1,418,950 OTHER EXTERIOR SPACES 40.000 $6.501.000 SUBTOTAL WITH INT/EXT. SPACES 207.478 $48.765.410 SOFT COSTS (DESIGN, ENG., CONTT. MGMT.) 13% $6,339,503 FFE 6% $3,066,873 Costs do not include $1.5 million affordable rental housing expected to be funded from ESCALATION (INFLATION) 12% $6,980,614 Housing Authority revenue bond issue. CONTINGENCY 10% $6.515.240 SUB-TOTAL 47% 122.902.230 FINANCING/BONDING COSTS 5% $2.115.021 WORKING CAPITAL $1.629.258 TOTAL ALL COSTS $75.411.920 ESTIMATED FUNDING SOURCES ESTIMATED FUNDING SOURCES BY FACILITY CONFER. LEARNING RETAIL ARTS REC. TOTALS TOV TAX-EXEMPT BONDS (25 YEARS15.5%) $35.415.450 $12.763.676 $Q $1.138.374 $00 $21.513.400 $35.415,450 PRIVATE DONATIONS - CAPITAL (INCLUDES PKG.) $39.996.470 $11.701.732 $13.698.062 $0 $10355.707 $3.840.969 $39 996.470 TOTAL FUNDING SOURCES $75.411.920 $24,465, 407 $13,69 8 062 $1 1.38 374 $10.755,707 $25.354.369 $75.411 920 ESTIMATED TAX IMPACTS ESTIMATED TAX IMPACTS BY FACILITY 2.75 TOV MILL LEVY INCREASE (6% INCREASE TOTAL PROP. TAXESI:, CONFER. LEARNING RETAIL ARTS REC. TOTALS ANNUAL INCREASE PER $100,000 RESID. MKT VALUE $27 $13 $0 $0 $0 $13 $27 (OR PER $9,740 OF RESID. ASSESSED VALUE) ANNUAL INCR. PER $100,000 COMMERCIAL MKT VALUE $80 $40 $0 $0 $0 $40 $80 (OR PER $29,000 OF COMMERCIAL ASSESSED VALUE) PROPERTY TAXES GENERATED FOR DEBT SERVICE $1,375,000 $687,500 $0 $0 $0 $687,500 $1,375,000 NO INCREASE IN TOWN OF VAIL SALES TAX RATE: ANNUAL TOV SALES TAXES NEEDED FOR DEBT SERVICE $1,195,781 $269,776 0 0 0 $926,005 $1,195,781 NO INCREASE IN TOWN OF VAIL RETT RATE: ANNUAL TOV RETT TAXES NEEDED FOR DEBT SERVICE ($0) $0 $0 $0 $0 ($0) ($0) PAGE 1 Vail Center Plan A no endowmentsell150pkgspaces.xls 04/13/2001 1114 AM THE VAIL CENTER- Scenario B PLAN A: CHARTER BUS SITE - (INCLUDES NO PARKING SPACES AND NO RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT) CAPITAL COSTS AND FUNDING SOURCES - SUMMARY FACILITY/COST DESCRIPTION ESTIMATED CAPITAL COSTS BY FACILITY SQ. EST. BASE INT/EXT. SOFT PARKING FINANCE/ OPERATING FEET COSTS COSTS SPACE COSTS COSTS W. CAPITAL ENDOWMT. TOTAL CONFERENCE SPACE 41,808 $12,937,840 $12,937,840 $2,443,165 $7,168,779 $0 $1,915,624 $0 $24,465,407 LEARNING CTR./BREAKOUT SPACE 29,520 $7,447,720 $7,447,720 $1,725,082 $4,275,260 $0 $250,000 $0 $13,698,062 ARTS 19,200 $5,925,400 $5,925,400 $1,122,005 $3,458,302 $0 $250,000 $0 $10,755,707 RECREATION 69,000 $13,795,000 $13,795,000 $2,629,698 $7,655,223 $0 $1,274,448 $0 $25,354,369 RETAIL (CAFE/COFFEE SHOP) 3,000 $739.500 $739.500 $344.666 LO $54.208 $_0 $1.138.374 SUB-TOTAL BUILDING SPACE 162.528 $40.845.460 $40.845.460 57.919.950 $22.902.230 50 $3.744179 to $75.411.920 PARKING 0 $0 OTHER INTERIOR SPACES 4,950 $1,418,950 OTHER EXTERIOR SPACES 40.000 $6.501.000 SUBTOTAL WITH INT/EXT. SPACES 207.478 $48.765.410 SOFT COSTS (DESIGN, ENG., CONTT. MGMT.) 13% $6,339,503 FFE 6% $3,066,873 Costs do not include $1.5 million affordable rental housing expected to be funded from ESCALATION (INFLATION) 12% $6,980,614 Housing Authority revenue bond issue. CONTINGENCY 10% $6.515.240 SUB-TOTAL 47% $22.902.230 FINANCING/BONDING COSTS 5% $2.115.021 WORKING CAPITAL $1.629.258 TOTAL ALL COSTS $75.411.920 ESTIMATED FUNDING SOURCES, ESTIMATED FUNDING SOURCES BY FACILITY CONFER. LEARNING RETAIL ARTS REC. TOTALS TOV TAX-EXEMPT BONDS (25 YEARS15.5%) $44.415.450 521.763.676 LO $1.138.374 LO $21.513.400 $44.415.450 PRIVATE DONATIONS - CAPITAL $30,996.470 $2,701.732 $13.698.062 50 $10.755.707 $3.840.969 $30.996.470 TOTAL FUNDING SOURCES $75.411.920 $24,465 407 $13,698,062 $1,138,374 10 755,707 $25,354,369 75,411,920 ESTIMATED TAX IMPACTS ESTIMATED TAX IMPACTS BY FACILITY 3.00 TOV MILL LEVY INCREASE (6.7% INCREASE TOTAL PROP. TAXESI: CONFER. LEARNING RETAIL ARTS REC. TOTALS ANNUAL INCREASE PER $100,000 RESID. MKT VALUE $29 $14.61 $0 $0 $0 $14.61 $29 (OR PER $9,740 OF RESID. ASSESSED VALUE) ANNUAL INCR. PER $100,000 COMMERCIAL MKT VALUE $87 $43.50 $0 $0 $0 $43.50 $87 (OR PER $29,000 OF COMMERCIAL ASSESSED VALUE) PROPERTY TAXES GENERATED FOR DEBT SERVICE $1,500,000 $750,000 $0 $0 $0 $750,000 $1,500,000 NO INCREASE IN TOWN OF VAIL SALES TAX RATE: ANNUAL TOV SALES TAXES NEEDED FOR DEBT SERVICE $1,500,000 $882,276 $0 $0 $0 $617,724 $1,500,000 NO INCREASE IN TOWN OF VAIL RETT RATE: ANNUAL TOV RETT TAXES NEEDED FOR DEBT SERVICE $245,781 $0 $0 $0 $0 $245,781 $245,781 RETT EARMARKED FOR BONDS RE: APPROX. $3.3M STEETSCAPE PAGE 1 Vail Center Plan A no endowment no parking 04/13/2001 11:14 AM ATTACHMENTS D PUBLIC ACCESS TO VAIL CENTER Attachment D Public/Private use of the Vail Center I Vail Center Uses Culture & Community - Theater- Auditorium 12° Learning & ~ Meeting t- 45% Recreation,: l 43% I I Meeting/Learning Space Availability for Community Use (Days Per Year) o E] Conference Use 4 27 /o (Pays for 97% of / .T the operational r wa cost) t Available for t Community Use 1 73%~'' -267 days jj I Ice Rink Availablity i Used for j Events 14% 1 J Available for Community Use 86% i Other Ideas for Using the Meeting Space for Community Events Provided by Joel Heath • Vail's Halloween Bash: We have a huge hole in our event's calendar between the conclusion of Oktoberfest and the start of the season. The weather is too cold outside, but if we had the Town Hall we could do a major event in that space. • Battle Mountain and Vail Mountain School's Prom, Homecoming and Graduation: A space like the Town Hall would be perfect for the schools to have a space to hold their annual function. • Season Kick-Off Party: This past year Vail Resorts/TOV and the VVTCB teamed up to do a season kick-off party. We had a tough time with finding a venue, Dobson was too big and the bar's were too small, so we ended up outside with very cold weather and a lot more expenses. The Town Hall would be the perfect space for community celebrations because we could make it as big or little as needed. • Vail Alumni Party: Working with the private ballrooms can be cost prohibitive at times, because you have to use their food vendors and pay them corking fees for wine, beer etc.. The Town Hall would be a great place to put on the Alumni Party I have always wanted to do, where we could have live bands from the past, slide shows etc. • Concerts: In all my years of coaching, the kids always tell me they wish there were more all ages concerts. The Town Hall would give a promoter a better venue to do concerts. The advantage over Dobson is that it would be a space size that could be flexible to meet the needs of big bands or regional bands. I would guess the acoustics would be much better as well. • Night Components to Summer Events: With our current summer events, we close down the street festivals early so we can be cleaned up by sundown. With an indoor venue we can now take an event inside to add more entertainment to the event. Currently Dobson is hard to work with, because it would take a great deal of $ to convert it to a festive environment and unless you can fill the whole space (3000 people) it can feel empty even if you have a 1,000 people. • Religious Services for "Big Holidays: Easter and Christmas • Registration for Events: We constantly are challenged to find a venue that can accommodate mass registration for events. The Town Hall would be a perfect spot to have flexibility and size for registration. • Voting: It seems every time I vote I have to go to weird places to cast my ballot. The Town Hall could accommodate all precincts in one location. • Big Town Meetings: There have been many times in the last couple of years that Council Chambers have been filled beyond capacity. It would be nice to have access to any size room we want. ATTACHMENTS E LETTER FROM PARKING FROM ARNIE ULLVIG MHR 27 901 09:32 FR FHU 303 721 0832 TO'19704792452 P.02/07 P_.,jFELSBURG (4HOLT & ULLEVIG engineering paths to transportation solutions March 27, 2001 MEMORANDUM TO: Mr. Russ Forrest FROM: Arnold J. Ullevig SUBJECT: Joint Use Parking Evaluation of Vail Center FHU Reference No. 00-062 INTRODUCTION This memorandum documents the parking demand expected to be generated by the proposed Vail Center in Lionshead. The technical analysis consists of an afternoon and an evening parking demand for a "typical busy week" for each month of the year- The parking demand projections were developed by applying appropriate parking demand equations to a hypothetical annual event calendar for the facility. The hypothetical annual event calendar is fully documented in this memorandum so that other alternative event schedules can also be evaluated and compared. The parking demand equations that were used in this analysis are consistent with those previously developed for mixed use, shared parking areas including Vail Village and Lionshead. This preliminary evaluation emphasizes the need to verify ski season parking demand estimates in Lionshead with actual data collected during the 2000/2001 ski season. 303,721.1440 fax 303.721.0832 fhu*fi,tjeng.com Orcenwood Coqiumm Plaza 7951 E. Mapl_ „ ,,,,,i Ave. Ste. 200 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 riHK dY 10i 0y-32 FR FHU 303 721 0832 TO 19704792452 P.03i07 March 27, 2001 Memorandum to Mr. Russ Forrest Page 2 PARKING DEMAND FACTORS Research conducted by the Institute of Transportation Engineers, the Urban Land Institute, and the City & County of Denver has been reviewed to select appropriate parking demand factors for various types of events expected to occur at the Vail Center. These factors are documented in Table 1. Table 1 Parking Demand Factors by Event Type r'..n.:..a..:........w.,,.r.:...,r.'ra.o.r.:.......:N. ....y:.. !.:.r,.............:•Igc:_.,. i.::...::. 4a 5 a . "Li . ; : artan' R i v n E~ n C t..h _ apt .r... - 1. Convention, Conference, Meetings, 2.1 parked vehicles per 900 attendees. Seminars, or Training (Reflective of a "downtown" area with frequent transit services, shuttles, and a safe walking option.) 2. Civic Events, Banquets, Formal or Semi- 45.0 parked vehicles per 100 attendees. Formal Events 3. Public Shows, Entertainment, Concerts, 30.0 parked vehicles per 100 attendees. Lectures or Other Audience Based Events 4. Recreational Activities, Participant Based 45-0 parked vehicles per 100 attendees. Events 5. Employees 183.0 parked vehicles per 100 attendees. 6. Retail 13.2 parked vehicles per 1,000 Sq. Ft. i1HR 27 101 09:33 FR FHU 383 721 8832 TO 19704792452 P.04i07 March 27, 2001 Memorandum to Mr. Russ Forrest Page 3 HYPOTHETICAL EVENT CALENDAR Table 2 documents the hypothetical calendar of events which could occur at the Vail Center during the busy week of each month. Separate scenarios have been defined to reflect both daytime and evening (after 5:00 PM) conditions. In addition, 3,000 square feet of retail space and 20 facility employees are assumed to be active for all daytime events- This results in an incremental parkilig-demand of 27 vehicles beyond the parking demands calculated for the specific events. The evening events will have an incremental parking demand of 4 vehicles generated by a staff of 5 employees. Table 2 Attendance Estimates by Event by Month ecreattonal eo .p ndees..:,, C-e atfe S~aff~ . :Event::: Center ;:A January Daytime 350 56 - 75 - 20 30 Evening - - 300 25 250 40 40 February Daytime 650 100 - 75 - 20 30 Evening - - 400 25 250 40 40 March 146-- Daytime 650 100 - 75 - 20 20 Evening - - 500 25 250 40 40 April Daytime 650 100 - 75 - 20 20 Evening - .0 600 25 250 40 25 May Daytime 650 100 - 75 - 20 20 i Evening - - - 10 50 40 25 I"IHN 2`r '01 0'33:J Fib FHU 303 721 0832 TO 19704792452 P.05/0? March 27, 2001 Memorandum to Mr. Russ Forrest Page 4 "Conference , _C Kic.~ : "Learning Perfp 1!oiithi 'm'rit7° ,T? P.,e~ -:~Attendeex,....,.,Staff_ . ~::~nteF;:.., me° nad.. , I, Event.. Genter,:; _.:rA'Fts'.: 4;lce`''".....~ . June Daytime 850 114 - 75 - 20 40 Evening - - 800 25 250 40 60 July Daytime 1,200 139 - 75 - 20 40 Evening - - 500 25 250 40 60 August Daytime 1,200 139 - 75 - 20 40 Evening - - 700 25 250 40 ( 60 September Daytime 1,200 139 - 75 - 20 20 Evening - - 700 25 250 40 25 October Daytime 850 114 - 75 - 20 20 Evening - - 300 25 50 40 25 November Daytime 650 100 - 75 - 20 20 Evening - - 400 25 50 40 25 December Daytime 350 56 - 75 - 20 30 Evening - - 600 25 250 40 40 A I MRR 27 '01 a9:34 FR FHU 303 721 0832 TO 19704792452 P.06/07 March 27, 2001 Memorandum to Mr. Russ Forrest Page 5 PARKING DEMAND ESTIMATES The parking demand factors (Table 1) applied to the hypo-Cal-event calendar (Table 2) results in the estimated parking demands by monthly time period as shown in Table 3- Table 3 Parking Demand Summary - All Uses and Events Totai: . a , ;EvE.,~, aytirri ~a;:;. Month..... _ January 123 I 256 February 165 301 March 165 346 April 160 384 May 160 51 I June 185 490 July 212 4 355 August 212 445 September 176 I 111 October - 176 189 November 160 I 234 December 123 ( 391 NHR 27 101 09:34 FR FHU 303 721 0832 TO 19704792452 P.07i07 March 27, 2001 Memorandum to Mr. Russ Forrest Page 6 PARKING AVAILABILITY IN LIONSHEAD Table 3 indicates that if the Vail Center were to be hypothetically considered as an isolated facility, it would be necessary to also construct a 490 space parking lot to accommodate the largest event of the year occurring on a June evening. However, the Vail Center is not an isolated facility, and, as a consequence, is able to utilize nearby unused parking capacity (whenever it is available), primarily at the Lionshead parking garage. The most critical time period for accommodating Vail Center events is not a June evening because excess parking is generally available in Lionshead at this time to meet the parking demand. The most critical time periods are anticipated to occur in March. During the daytime Vail Center is projected to require 165 parking spaces and during the evening 346 parking spaces. It is at these times that the unused parking supply is most variable and uncertain. During the 1999/2000 ski season Lionshead filled and vehicles were parked on the frontage road a total of 14 days, nearly all of which were weekend days or holidays. Data from the 200012001 ski season is not available as of the date of this memorandum but it is fully anticipated that all elements of the ski season including panting demands at Lionshead are much greater than the 199912000 season. The most likely overload scenario would probably occur if the Lionshead garage was filled to capacity on a weekday afternoon. This could potentially result in an excess parking demand of 165 vehicles. This represents approximately 4,000 (0.8 mile) linear feet of parallel parking along the frontage road. During weekday evenings it is likely that sufficient parking spaces would become available in Lionshead to reduce any parking deficiencies below 165 vehicles. However, this does not mean that deficiencies will not or cannot occur- All of these potentialities should be checked against the actual 2000/2001 ski season parking counts when they become available. AJ U/cg ~Idc ~lofc TnTAI PQnF 27 ATTACHMENTS F LETTERS FROM MEETING PLANNERS AND HOTELS VAIL VALLEY TOURISM & CONVENTION BUREAU VVAJ 100 East Meadow Drive • Suite 34 • Vail, CO 81657 The VVTCB recently conducted a phone survey sampling the Vail community's opinions regarding group business and the Vail Center. The following list contains local businesses that endorse the meetings and conferences market, as well as the Vail Center. Of the 58 businesses interviewed, 48 indicated they support the Vail Center, which indicates an 83% approval rating. Of the ten businesses who would not offer support at this time, six indicated they did not have enough information to formulate an opinion, three felt it would be too expensive, and one business owner felt that it would not help support his business. Lodes Retail & Service Providers Antlers 4 Eagle Ranch Christiania Lodge Bag & Pac Crossroads Realty, Ltd Brandess-Cadmus Realty Destination Resorts CARExpress Evergreen Lodge Charlie's T-Shirts Lion Square Lodge Chili Willy's Lionshead Inn Colorado Mountain Express Lodge Tower Colorado Ski Museum Lodge at Vail Epicurean Catering Manor Vail Lodge Fly Fishing Outfitters Marriott Mountain Resort Golden Bear Mountain Haus Gore Creek Grille Montaneros Kaltenberg Castle Brewery Park Meadows Lodge Lakota River Guides Pinnacle Resort Systems Larkspur Restaurant Simba Run Lazy J Ranch Sonnenalp Resort Mountain Quest Sports Vail Cascade Resort Nova Guides Vail International Paragon Guides Vail Racquet Club Peregrine Wines & Spirits Vail Spa Condominium Assoc Sherpa Tours Vail Village Inn Timberline Tours Willows Tyrolean Up The Creek Vendetta's Group Sales Reservations Visitor Services Business Office 1-800-775-8245 1-800-525-3875 (970) 479-1014 (970) 476-1000 FAX (970) 479-2364 FAX (970) 476-6008 FAX (970) 479-7162 FAX (970) 476-6008 Website: www.visitvailvallev.com • E-mail: vvtcb@visitvailvalley.com VAIL VALLEY VjLVNA TOURISM & CONVENTION BUREAU 100 East Meadow Drive • Suite 34 • Vail, CO 81657 The following groups have given resounding endorsement (example letters attached) of the proposed Vail Center. Some of these organizations have met in Vail in the past but have not returned due to our inability to accommodate their meeting specifications "under one roof," while the remaining groups attempted to "book" their programs here but ultimately have chosen other destinations for the same reason. All of these contacts have indicated a strong probability of bringing their respective programs to Vail. As you can see, revenue implications to the community are quite strong. Customers Alpha Gamma Alpha Phi Aspen Systems Automatic Data Processors Colorado Veterinary Association Conferon D&R International The Meeting Group National Credit Union Nurse Practioners Symposium School to Career Conference Technology in Education Group Sales Reservations Visitor Services Business Office 1-800-775-8245 1-800-525-3875 (970) 479-1014 (970) 476-1000 FAX (970) 479-2364 FAX (970) 476-6008 FAX (970) 479-7162 FAX (970) 476-6008 Website: wwwvisitvailvalley.com • E-mail: vvtcbC)visitvailvalley.com VAILVALLEY TOURISM & CONVENTION B U R E A U Lost Business....Future Opportunity! Attendees Multiplier & Family Revenue Room Lodging (1.7 per room ($199.50 per Vail Center Total Group Name Dates Nights Revenue night) room night) Revenue Revenue Alpha Gamma Rho June-Aug 12,000 $1,800,000 21,000 $2,394,000 $717,900 $4,911,900 Alpha Phi June-Aug 14,000 $2,100,000 24,500 $2,793,000 $834,000 $5,727,000 Aspen Systems July 16,000 $2,400,000 28,000 $3,192,000 $950,100 $6,542,100 Automatic Data Processors August 10,000 $1,500,000 17,500 $1,995,000 $601,800 $4,096,800 Colorado Veterinary Medical Society September 1,100 $165,000 1,925 $219,450 $85,155 $469,605 Conferon June-Aug 1,000 $150,000 1,750 $199,500 $79,350 $428,850 D&R International November 14,000 $2,100,000 24,500 $2,793,000 $834,000 $5,727,000 Meeting Group June 2,000 $300,000 3,500 $399,000 $137,400 $836,400 National Credit Union May 17,500 $2,625,000 30,625 $3,491,250 $1,037,175 $7,153,425 Nurse Practioners Symposium J u ly-3yr Contract 6,000 $900,000 10,500 $1,197,000 $369,600 $2,466,600 School to Career Conference June-Aug 2,400 $360,000 4,200 $478,800 $160,620 $999,420 Technology in Education June 2,000 $300,000 3,500 $399,000 $137,400 $836,400 Total Revenue 98,000 $14,700,000 171,500 $19,551,000 $5,944,500 $40,195,500 * Each roomnight accounts for 1.7 "Attendees & Family." Total "Attendees & Family" are calculated by multiplying roomnights by 1.7. * Multiplier revenue source - 1999 Summer Intercept Study / RRC Associates(Multiplier accounts for retail and food and beverage spending). * Revenue is calculated at $150.00 per roomnight (Source: ERA Study) VAIL VALLEY VILVNA TOURISM CONVENTION BUREAU 100 East Meadow Drive • Suite 34 • Vail, CO 81657 Ritz Carlton and Four Seasons Group and Leisure Business Vail represents a "high-end" groups and conferences demographic. There are some within our community that have expressed concern that Vail is not a meetings destination due to that "high-end" demographic to which we cater. The following is a list of Ritz Carlton and Four Seasons destination resorts and the breakdown of their business into group and leisure travelers. On average, group business makes up well over fifty percent of their overall business, which would infer that a matching customer profile exists for Vail as well. Ritz Carlton Resorts Group% Leisure% Amelia Island, FL 72% 28% Naples, FL 62% 38% Key Biscane, FL 60% 40% Laguna Nigel, CA 60% 40% Rancho Mirage, CA 60% 40% Half Moon Bay, CA 55% 45% Reynolds Plantation, GA 50% 50% Maui, HI 40% 60% Four Seasons Resorts Groun% Leisure% Aviara, N. San Diego, CA 50% 50% Dallas at Las Colinas 65% 35% Maui at Wailea 33% 67% Scottsdale at Troon North 55% 45% Group Sales Reservations Visitor Services Business Office 1-800-775-8245 1-800-525-3875 (970) 479-1014 (970) 476-1000 FAX (970) 479-2364 FAX (970) 476-6008 FAX (970) 479-7162 FAX (970) 476-6008 Website: www.visitvailvalley.com E-mail: vvtcb@visitvailvalley.com ARNIM March 21, 2001 Dear John, It was great speaking with you recently and I cannot tell you how excited I am to here about the new Conference Center proposal for the town of Vail. Our company represents pharmaceutical companies that plan meetings accommodating 30 - 2,500 attendees. As you know, we have tried to book several programs in Vail and unfortunately have not been successful in that endeavor, due to the lack of large, flexible meeting space. With the addition of the Center and its 70,000 square feet of meeting space, Vail would definitely become a viable destination for many of our conferences. I am confident that we will partnering soon after the announcement of your Center is made public. John, please continue to keep me posted on the Center's progress and development. I look forward to have the opportunity to do some business with you... finally!! With Warm Regards, Jan Miller Senior Account Manager The Meeting Group, Inc. * TO * Mid -lui01 W Automatic Date Processing Emerging Business Services Division P.a. Box 297 9 Entin Road J~ ParsioRany New Jersey 070540297 Match 13, 2001 To: John Garth Fax: 970-479-2364 From: Steven Wilson ADP Dear John, Good to hear, rw., you this afternoon. Also good to hear that Vail is thinking about building a large conference center. ADP is a big fan of Vail, but unfortunately has outgrown your facilities. A large conference center would again make it possible for ADP to bring our President's Club trip to Vail which we would be very interested in doing. As a matter of fact, we are considering another mountain resort, Whistler for 2002 or 2003 - since they are able to accommodate us. This sounds like a great plan for both Vail and corporate America. Please keep me updated on the status. Sincerely, t Steven Wilson Director, Special Events ADP, Inc. w r Colorado Veterinary Medical Association March 13, 2001 Marci Kunonen Vail Valley Tourism & Convention Bureau 5500 South Simms Unit O, PM13 107 Littleton, CO 80127 Dear Marci: I was pleased to hear that the Vail Town Council is considering the construction of a convention center in Vail. As you know, the Colorado Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) has held its annual convention in Vail in the past - but our meeting has grown to a point where we're unable to find suitable facilities that allow us to return to Vail. Our annual convention utilizes nearly 300 rooms on peak night, with a cumulative total of 1,100 room nights. While we can find a number of destinations that can snatch this requirement for rooms, the limitation we face is related to meeting space. In addition to the meeting space needed to conduct seven concurrent scientific sessions (plus space for all the ancillary convention activities like banquets, special events, keynote presentations, offices, etc.), we have a growing trade show that houses 70 8'x10' exhibit booths. Ideally, we look for facilities where these activities can be housed under one roof (like Snowmass Village or Keystone Resort, for example). Such a facility allows convention attendees to make efficient use of their time, be easily oriented to a facility, and increase their participation in the collegial interaction that lies at the core of a memorable meeting. Such a facility also allows the exhibitors, who contribute so much to the financial success of a convention, to be at the center of the event rather than being relegated to a tent, parking garage, or far-away exhibition hall. I'd be delighted to once again give serious consideration to booking the CVMA annual convention in Vail - but the key to this opportunity lies in the town's willingness to provide a suitable facility. I look forward to learning the outcome of the council's discussions. Sincerely, =1 Ralph Johnson Executive Director 789 Sherman Street, Suite 550 Denver, Colorado 80203 303.318.0447 fax 303.318.0450 M F ~ March 14, 2001 Marci Kurronen Vail Valley Dear Marci: Last year the School to Career Conference committee was looking for a location to hold our conference where about 600 participants could meet together for the keynote address. We were not able to really look at Vail as a viable option since the location didn't warrant enough space to accommodate us. A convention center would allocate enough seating to make it a viable option. If the town looks at the strong possibility of this kind of facility there is no question that due to the beautiful location you would be able to draw in more business. The country is finding that Colorado is more than a viable option as a resort location during the summer months as well. Thus, I would think that you could find a market for the use of facilities. Best wishes, Connie Long Connie Long, Director School to Career Resource Center Aims Community College PO Box 69 Greeley, CO 80634 970-330-8008, ext. 6740 cIonOcIuims.edu Page 1 of 1 John Garth From: "Marti Kurronen" <marcivailvalley@qwest.net> To: "John Garth" <john@visitvailvalley.com> Cc: "lori just" <lori@visitvailvalley.com> Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2001 12:15 PM Subject: FW: TIE 2003,2004 This is for the Technology In Education'Conference held in June 2004. They would use over 2,000 room nights with about 1,000 attendees. Marsha Celesta is the coordinator for this conference. Her phone number is 303-344-4910. -----Original Message----- From: NlCelesta,;Alaol.com [maiIto: MCelesta!uaol.com] Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2001 10:26 AM To: marci,ii;visitvaiIvalIev.coin Subject: TIE 2003,2004 Thank you for the update on Vail's plans for a conference center. We have not had a Technology in Education Conference in Vail, because Vail does not have large enough facilities for our conference. I would hope that the new conference center will have state of the art wiring or wireless internet connections. Please keep me posted on the town meeting. 4/13/01 Apr 11 01 16:32 Montaneros in Vail 9704766926 p.2 >J i l 0 IN TAL April 11, 2001 John Garth Vail Valley Tourism & Convention Bureau 100 East Meadow Drive Vail, Co. 81657 Dear John, I wanted to express my support of the proposed "Vail Center". As a member of the lodging community and a 17-year Vail Valley resident, I believe this venue will attract the type of group business and visitors we are looking for in order to increase tourism to Vail year-round. As an all-condominium property and manager of private homes and condos, our company does not have meeting space or business services to accommodate the many requests we receive for group bookings and conferences. The Vail Center will certainly enhance this great resort community by offering state of the art facilities to our sophisticated clientele. I applaud your diligence in pursuing this opportunity for the Vail community. Please let me know if I can be of further assistance. Sii cerely, Deb fay r Fish General Manager Montaneros in Vail/Prudential Gore Range Properties April 13, 2001 roIean Neap `European Cuisine Todd Newcomer Tourism Development Associate Vail Valley Tourism and Convention Bureau 100 East. Meadow Drive Suite 34 Vail, CO 81657 Todd Newcomer I would like to express my opinion in favor of the Vail Center. Any effort to encourage destination tourist or convention guests to the Vail Valley should be embraced by the business community. Destination guests are the backbone of this resort community. They dine in the restaurants, spend nights in hotel rooms, partake in many activities this area offers (skiing, golfing, ratting etc...). Vail was conceived and built as a destination resort. I believe that the Vail Center is a necessary amenity, which will contribute to the Vail Valley's economic vitality. Sincerely, Sig Langegger Proprietor 400 east meadow drive vail Colorado 81657 970.476.2204 970.476.3652 fax www.tyrolean.net sig@tyrolean.net ' .i 3/30/01 EST. w» John Garth VVTC$ Vail, Co. 81658 Mr Garth: I am writing to express my wholehearted support for the inclusion, of a group meeting facility as part of the proposed Vail Center development, Timberline Tours has been a part of the Vail Valley recreation scene since 1971. We currently employ 75 people, and provide white water rafting, jeep tours and climbing instruction for over 20,000 Vail visitor per year. "Group" or corporate clients represent as much as 40% of our annual business. Obviously we make an aggressive effort to court these groups to come to Vail. Group business is critical to the financial viability of Timberline Tours, Ever year we hear the same refrain as we attempt to recruit corporate groups. "We wanted to come to Vail. _but there are no meeting facilities that fulfill bur needs, so we decided to hold our function in ( blank I believe the proposed Vail Center Project could go a long way to changing that old refrain.. Regards, : Greg Kelchner, owner Timberline Tours P.Q. Box 131 Vail, CO 81658 970.476.1414 Fax 970.827.5813 ;;=:r•'..;, =~y. • rTnr ran rnr •nir vv.T 11 XT nnT 'TIT T'T%TSr(TTATT 7 TATW I T T T,1TJ Th_nc_)mq LION Ss~UME March 26, ZOOI CONEEADENCECEDNTEA Mr. John Garth VVTCB 100 Meadow Drive Vail, CO 81657 Dear John, I am writing in support of the proposed Convention Center facility here in Vail. It is long overdue and would help to bring larger groups to Vail, and perhaps extend our winter/summer season. It would certainly strengthen our summer business as well. My property has conference facilities and it makes a tremendous difference in the shoulder seasons and slower weeks throughout the year. The properties without these facilities would greatly benefit, and it could help our conference business as well by bringing more groups to our valley. Please feel free to call me should you want to discuss this issue further. nk you, Bill Anderson General Manager Lion Square Lodge MANAGED BY THE RESORT COMPANY 660 W, Lionshead Place Vail, Colorado 8165' 800-525-5788 970-476-2281 • Facsimile: 970-476-7423 • n-ww.lionscluare.com • e-mail: lionsquareCavail.net 03/30/2001 1'-2:37 9704797@49 VCR EXEC OF PAGE 01f01 VAIL C~ASC~ADE RESORT March 30, 2001 Mr. John Garth Vail Valley Tourism & Convention Bureau 100 E. Meadow Drive Vail, CO 81657 Via Facsimile: 479-2364 Dear John: I am writing this letter to voice my support for the proposed Vail Center. The Vail Cascade Resort & Spa is dependent on quality group bookings for its' on-going financial success. I strongly believe that this project will provide tremendous benefit for long-term, high quality convention business, not just at our property, but also to the entire lodging community in the Vail Valley. At the present time, Vail is not able to take advantage of the large amount of group business available because of the lack of adequate facilities. As you are well aware, Vail competes with the finest resorts in North America and around the world. In order to maintain a premier presence in the marketplace, Vail needs to offer the type of amenities that the new Center will provide. The Convention Center will give Vail tourism a much-needed boost resulting in increased benefits for the economy of Vail Valley and, ultimately, provide a positive effect for those who live and work here. The multi-use character of the Center will compliment the beautiful surroundings with which we are blessed, enticing visitors especially during the shoulder season when we struggle to retain employees and maintain business levels. We appreciate the efforts you and your team are making to support this beautiful community and the quality of life that we enjoy here. Sincerely, Gary ies General Manager GF/la U100 Westbaven Drive • Vail, Colorado 8I667 970,478.711.1 • (Ax 970.47k) 70X0 • www.vailcaecade.cvan Faotel f~ Conferonce center spa f~ Cltth Condominiums Privald Residences HESTIN80]'!LS,ATION k AE80ASa 01/12/1994 18:43 9704798900 PAGE 02 L larkspur April 10, 2001 Mr. John CAM Vail Valley tourism and Convention Bureau 100 East Meadow Drive, Suite 34 Van, CO 81857 Re, Support for the New Vail Canter Dow Mr. Garth, In December IM, Larkspur Restaurant and Bar opened in the Golden Peak Lodge at the basso of Vail Mountain. Larkspur offers a fine dining experience in a warm and inviting atmosphere. We are able to accommodate up to 180 guests in the dining room with 80 additional seats in the bar, Clue to the sole of the restaurant and our commitment to quality, we have been fortunate to attract many of the high-profile corporate gawps visiting the area. We have had the pleasure of working with several of these groups for the past two seasons including Pfizer Pharmaceutical, Bear Steams and JP Morgan. At present, we have a full-time staff member dedicated to coordinating group functions and customer relations. Ultimately, group sales dramatically contribute to our bottom line each month. In our brief history it has become apparent how valuable groups functions are to the success of Larkspur. The Vail Center will encourage business in Vail and provide additional opportunities to drive the economy in the shoulder seasons, We are just one example of how group business ,...hnoy impacts revenue and promotes sales within the Vail Valley. The Vail Center will enrich the community and serve as a tremendous resource for both residence and visitors alike. Sincerely, Nancy Sweeney Thomas Salamunovich r. - _rrent•market Golden Peak Lodge 458 Vail Valley Drive Vail, CO 81657 Restaurant 970.479.8050 Market 970.479.8055 E'ax 970.479.8052 1arks purvait,co~-n Mar 30 01 06:21p Four Eagle Ranch 970 926 3382 p•1 - Eagle..Rand=- March 30; 2001 Todd Newcomer Vail Valley Tourism & Convention Bureau 1.00 East Meadow Drive., . Vail'; CO 81657 Dear_ Todd: The new Vail. Community Centez will be a great selling feature for-attracting more'group business to the Vail Valley:, Le.me-know how 4 Eagle Ranch can support-your efforts. Siricercly, Trap Young Director of Sales C:z2wez?0 'i:(k?fiH cy !31 W01com C01 rada 8?€ - %Q 426.3373 phnj,e - 9?(;.926-3392 fax - ti-tarv vaiLziet/•tea ie PO Box 6113 • Vail CO. 81658 970.926.5069 • Fax: 970.926.5069 E-mail: Labump4,aol.com Stephen E Karp CmCre&G* H&ija& 04/10/01 VVTCB Rea: Vail Center To Whom It May Concern; Having owned and operated (2) businesses here in the Vail Valley over the past 5 years, the need for the Vail Center along with items such as a large Convention Center are dire. Tying the two Villages together with one focal point for our guests only adds to their over all perception of Vail. The need for an area where the guest can meet, eat, rest, store items, and gather all information about their time in Vail is appropriate. The first thing at any large resort across the country is this type of area. By answering the guests question without them asking, only brings a more friendly, attractive feeling to our guest from the very beginning. Vail is a Resort; it is a very simple concept. Do what we must to please our guests with elite service and the ability to comfort them from A to Z. The need is important; the need is now for the "Vail Center" Thank You, Stephen E Karp Office: 970-926-5069 Fax: 970-926-5069 E-mail: L.abui-ni)(@.aol.com Page 1 of I , Todd Newcomer From: "Bruce Gillie" <prs@vaii.net> To: <todd@visitvailvalley. corn> Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2001 12:44 PM Subject: Vail Center Dear John and Todd: I would just like to lend my support to your efforts to convince the Vail Town government of the intelligence of developing the Vail Town Center project. I have been operating hotels and lodging establishments in the Vail Valley for over 20 years and I have seen the effect the group and meeting business has had on the vitality of Vail. And I have, through relationships in Keystone, Snowmass and other competing resorts, seen the positive enhancement that conference and convention facilities have brought to those communities. Especially in the shoulder seasons and midweek periods in the summer. Many people have a misconception that conference business may not help those lodging facilities that do not have meeting space. That is a false impression. I operate largely condominiums and have no catering, food service or meeting rooms. But every time the Sonnenalp or the Marriott or the Cascade fill up with convention business my owners realize increased occupancy and revenue as the overflow and displaced hotel guests spread throughout the community. And as the year-round economy grows it benefits all businesses. Restaurants stay open longer, Retail shops can afford to stay afloat and pay the rent 12 months of the year, Even the stationary stores, gas stations and baby-sitting services enjoy increased profits. In thinking about the benefits of the Town Center project I am at a loss to find a single negative from a business standpoint. And I have not even given any consideration to the increased recreational and cultural opportunities that the project presents to the citizens of Vail and the Eagle Valley. Please, if you, or any of the council members, have any other questions or concerns feel free to contact me at your convenience. Bruce Gillie Pinnacle Resort Systems 04/04/2001 VAIL CENTER Category: Business VAIL CENTER TO: JOHN GART'H--VVTCB r FROM JIM FELDHAUS--CME DATE: 3/27i0 l RE: THE VAIL CENTER JOHN PLEASE BE ADVISED COLORADO MOUNTAIN EXPRESS STRONGLY SUPPORTS THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE VAIL CENTER { PROJECT AND THE MANY BENEFITS THE CENTER CAN PRODUCE FOR LOCALS AND GUESTS FOR YEARS TO COME. THANKYOU r i C i I 1 1 1 I I r 3/27/2001 11.28 AM page 1 7C7-4 iniin-A I27-1 ZtnC80Rn1R cc;AaYa NIVIO M r'Mv9010!)-W014 Ov:21 10-22-I'm Page 1 of 1 John Garth From: "MacLachlan, Don" <DMacLachlan@DestinationHotels. corn> To: <john@visitvailvalley.com> Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2001 8:20 AM Subject: Vail Center John Following up on some of the conversations we have had in the past, I believe the development Vail Center is an important item for Vail to undertake. Group business must continue to grow for Vail, in order for our community to successfully compete in the competitive resort market place. The growing bed base and the enhanced infrastructure that competitive resorts are experiencing makes this more critical than ever. Group business currently makes up 30% of our business at Vail Cascade Condominiums. I believe the Vail Center will enhance this component of our business and provide additional tax revenues to the Town of Vail. Please let me know how I can help in the discussion and approval process. DMacLachlan Don MacLachlan General Manager Vail Cascade Condominiums 4/5/01 Page 1 of 1 Todd Newcomer From: "Bill Perry" <fish@vail.net> To: <todd@visitvailvalley. corn> Sent: Monday, April 03, 2000 11:32 AM Subject: Convention Center Support Vail Town Council, Please be open to the idea of a new convention center. We rely on groups for a substantial portion of our business and a convention center with capacities far beyond our current recourses would enhance business for all local service companies. Bill Perry Fly Fishing Outfitters P.O. Box 2861 Vail, CO. 81658 1-800-595-8090 littp://www.flyFisli1ngoutfitters.net 04/03/2001 Page 1 of 1 John Garth From: "Willard, Polly" <PWillard@DestinationHotels. corn> To: <john@visitvailvalley.com> Sent: Thursday, March 29, 2001 3:07 PM Subject: Vail Center Hi John. Lori asked me to write a quick blurb about us supporting the Vail Center.... Destination Resorts is in full support of the Vail Center project, due to the potential of substantial growth in the group/meeting market it promises to bring to our community. During the summer and especially the off-season months, which currently represent only about 11% of our annual revenue, many condominium units often sit empty for weeks at a time. Both Destination Resorts, along with the individual owners of the units, would benefit greatly by providing lodging during these "need" periods to the Vail Center function attendees and therefore increasing our annual revenues through the now "slower" months. Not only do we feel that this new Vail Center would help our specific company profit more, however, it will also bring much deserved and well-needed (to pay those current high rents!) revenue sources for all merchants in the area: restaurants, shops, delis, etc! The proposed learning center and recreational facilities will also bring great community enhancement to our valley. Hope that helps John. Let me know if there is anything else I should mention..... Polly Willard Director of Sales & Marketing Destination Resorts- Vail Landmark Properties pwillar(l!ri)destinationhotels.com (970) 476-1350 4/5/01 Page I of I John Garth From: "Matt Ivy" <ivy@colorado.net> To: <john@visitvailvalley.com> Sent: Thursday, March 29, 2001 6:07 PM Subject: conference center Hi John, I understand that you are rallying support for the proposed conference center. I feel that it is vital to the ongoing success of Vail to have a facility that can house a variety of large groups. As a community we are currently missing out on a segment of the market that can dramatically affect the bottom line of every business in Vail. The Vail Racquet Club strongly supports this effort and I feel that our Association will directly benefit from such a facility. Thank you for your work on behalf of the community. Please let me know if I can be of further assistance. Matt 4/5/01