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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008 Town Council Agendas Work Session VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 11:00 A.M., TUESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2008 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. Lori Barnes ITEM/TOPIC: (Site Visit) Library tour and programming discussion. (1 hr.) Lunch (30 min.) 2. Nicole Peterson ITEM/TOPIC: (Site Visit) An appeal, pursuant to Section 12-3-3, Appeals, Vail Town Code, of the Town of Vail Planning and Environmental Commission's approval, with conditions, of a request for a final review of a conditional use permit, pursuant to Section 12-7H-4, Permitted and Conditional Uses, Second Floor and Above, Vail Town Code, to allow for a business office (real estate office) located at 714 West Lionshead Circle (Vail Marriott Mountain Resort and Spa)/Lot 1, West Day Subdivision, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC07-0066). (25 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Uphold, overturn, or modify the Planning and Environmental Commission's approval, with conditions, of the conditional use permit application pursuant to Section 12-3-3, Appeals, Vail Town Code. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On November 26, 2007 the Planning and Environmental Commission approved, with conditions, a request for a final review of a conditional use permit, pursuant to Section 12-7H-4, Permitted and Conditional Uses, Second Floor and Above, Vail Town Code, to allow for a business office (real estate office) located at 714 West Lionshead Circle (Vail Marriott Mountain Resort and Spa), by a vote of 5-0-1 (Viele recused). On December 4, 2007, the Vail Town Council "called-up" (i.e. appealed) the Planning and Environmental Commission's action by a vote of 5-1-1 (Rogers opposed, Gordon recused), due to a concern regarding the temporary loss of two accommodation units within the LMU-1 Zone District. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Town Council uphold the Planning and Environmental Commission's approval, with conditions of the conditional use permit. 3. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (15 min.) 4. Gregg Barrie RECOMMENDATION: Red Sandstone Playground Renovation Process. (10 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Provide comments and recommendations in regard to the required improvements, design process, budget, and/or schedule. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The 2008 budget provides funding for the renovation/updating of the Red Sandstone Park playground. The purpose of this Work Session discussion is to: a) Outline the work required for the renovation b) Provide the Town Council with information about the recommended design process c) Discuss the project's budget and schedule d) Gather feedback from the Council STAFF RECOMMENDATION: NA 5. Gregg Barrie ITEM/TOPIC: Bighorn park gate discussion. (5 min.) 6. Nina Timm ITEM/TOPIC: A discussion regarding employee housing fees-in- lieu. (20 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Provide staff with direction on the anticipated uses of employee housing fee-in-lieu. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On April 3, 2007, the Town Council adopted Ordinance Nos. 7& 8, Series of 2007, establishing Commercial Linkage and Inclusionary Zoning. The ordinances allow for four methods of employee housing mitigation. Fee-in-Lieu is one of the established mitigation methods. Resolution 10, Series of 2007, established the 2007 fee-in-lieu. Town Council has requested additional information regarding the establishment of the fee-in-lieu as well as anticipated uses of the funds generated. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: None at this time. 7. Scot Hunn ITEM/TOPIC: Chamonix Project Kick-off. (60 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Review outline of proposed project schedule, goals and objectives. Establish expectations and parameters for the project. And, appoint "Advisory Committee" to aid Council in steering the master planning process for the Chamonix Site. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On November 19, 2007, following the review of proposals and the conduct of interviews with consultant teams interested in providing master planning, architecture and cost estimation services to the Town for the development of a fire station and employee housing on the Chamonix Site, Staff conducted a meeting with the Chamonix Site Master Plan "Selection Committee", comprised of Town Staff and citizens, to select a preferred consultant team. At this meeting, the committee recommended that the Town contract with Stan Clauson Associates, Studio B Architects, Drexel Barrell Engineering and Fenton Construction (the "Consultant Team") to aid in the Chamonix Site Master Plan project. Town Staff has since entered into negotiations with the Consultant Team in anticipation of executing a contract for services by January 8, 2008. The purpose of the "Kick-off" meeting will be to: 1) Introduce the Consultant Team to the Council and to present a brief overview of relevant, regional work by the Team (power point presentation); 2) Discuss previous master plan efforts and current opportunities for the Chamonix Site; 3) Discuss and clarify goals, objectives and "parameters" for the project; 4) Establish expectations for project and roles of Council, Staff and Advisory Committee; and, 5) Appoint representatives to the Advisory Committee. 8. Glenn Porzak ITEM/TOPIC: Settlement Agreement w/the Denver Water Board. Bob Warner (30 min.) Steve Friedman Local water providers have long opposed water rights held by Denver Water throughout Eagle County. Eagle River Water & Sanitation District and Upper Eagle Regional Water Authority reached a Settlement Agreement with Denver Water on November 28, 2007 that resolved two cases before the Water Court challenging Denver's diligence on water rights acquired in the 1950's, 60's and 70's. The settlement resulted in the abandonment of 35 separate on-stream diversion structures, 53 miles of interconnecting tunnels and 22 miles of conduit, thereby leaving 5750 cfs (cubic feet per second) of direct flow water rights in local streams and rivers. 9. George Ruther ITEM/TOPIC: LionsHead Redevelopment Master Plan Discussion in regard to North Day Lot. (30 min.) 10. Pam Brandmeyer ITEM/TOPIC: Ford Amphitheatre Orchestra Pit Rebate of Building Permit Fees. (5 min.) The Vail Valley Foundation is requesting a rebate of the following fees, which fees have already been paid to the Town of Vail. Past Councils have granted exemptions to the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, The Ford Amphitheatre and the Vail Recreation District for public enhancements and capital projects. If Council is willing to exempt these fees, staff would return w/the exemptions in the first supplemental for 2008 and rebate the fees to the Foundation. Permit Fee $3,093.75 Plan Check Fee $2,010.93 These are based on a valuation of $400,000 for the building. Additionally, there will be one more fee: Electrical Permit Fee $1,552.50. This is based on $75,000 for electrical, thus bringing the total to: $6,657.18. 11. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (15 min.) • Steep Slope Construction Guidelines. • Bravo! Vail Valley Update. Bravo's board of directors has endorsed negotiations w/the London Symphony for the summer season of 2010. • Bald Mountain homeowner's concerns w/sand storage, light pollution. 12. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (10 min.) 13. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (4:15 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL TOWN COUNCIL RETREAT/WORK SESSION VAIL PLAZA CLUB HOTEL 12 VAIL ROAD VAIL COLORADO, 81657 8:00 A.M., TUESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2008 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. ITEM/TOPIC: Breakfast. 2. ITEM/TOPIC: Lunch. 3 ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (0:00 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 1:15 P.M, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2008 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. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (10 min.) 2. Todd Oppenheimer ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion on Recreational Park in LionsHead. (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Listen to the Staff presentation, ask any pertinent questions, and provide direction to staff on next steps BACKGROUND RATIONALE: A neighborhood park for the Lionshead area has been a consideration in the town for several years. In the early 1990s a playground facility was removed from the site beneath the gondola cable, which was owned by Vail Resorts, due to safety and maintenance concerns. Recommendations to develop a neighborhood park in the Lionshead area are included in the Greenplay Parks and Recreation Master Plan, 2007 and the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan, updated 2007. Funding for the construction of a new park and playground has been included in the RETT budget for several years, however, lack of an approved site has prevented the project from being initiated. There is currently $1,067,000 in the RETT budget from 2007 and 2008 for this project. Demographic information provided by the Community Development Department shows there are currently 859 dwelling units and 409 accommodation units in the Lionshead neighborhood. Development projects currently in progress or under consideration will increase those numbers to 1463 dwelling units (inc'g EHUs), 287 fractional fee units, and 781 accommodation units. Currently the three closest park and playground facilities to the Lionshead neighborhood are Red Sandstone Park, 0.2 miles over the pedestrian bridge; Pirateship Park, 0.5 miles to the east; and Donovan Park, 0.6 miles to the west. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Vail Town Council choose from the potential sites presented by Staff and direct Staff to initiate next steps to move forward with parks planning on the selected site. Next steps may include neighborhood meetings, park design concepts, PEC work sessions, and other preliminary site evaluation activities. 3. Greg Hall ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of the proposed lease between the Matt Mire Town of Vail and the Vail Recreation District (VRD) on non-golf Pam Brandmeyer course facilities. (30 min.) Kathleen Halloran ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Review the proposed lease with the Vail Recreation District regarding recreation facilities owned by the town and managed by the recreation district. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The Recreation Task Force consisting of: VRD board members Michelle Hall and Joe Hanlon; Town Councilmen Mark Gordon and Greg Moffet; and members of staff from both organizations have been working over the last two years to cooperatively address issues related to town-owned, VRD-managed facilities. 4. Leslie Fordham ITEM/TOPIC: Meadow Drive Entry Feature. (20 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve use of funds for Meadow Drive Entry Feature BACKGROUND RATIONALE: Art in Public Places (AIPP) and the Public Works department have responded to East Meadow Drive businesses and the Commission on Special Event's request for an entry feature at the west entrance to East Meadow Drive. TOV project manager, Todd Oppenheimer, proposed two entry feature concepts to AIPP. Both incorporate traditional metalwork and motifs. After consulting with the community, AIPP recommends an entry feature comprised of two twisted metal posts with decorative flora and fauna. The feature will be located in landscape planters near the Sonnenalp and La Bottega and has the ability to hold a banner. AIPP selected Colorado artist, Christopher Romero to collaborate on the project. Romero is an accomplished artist who was chosen for his expertise in sculpting eagles. The overall project budget is $62,000. Vail Plaza Hotel has made a$35,000 contribution to the Town of Vail for an entry feature as part of their development approval application. The remaining $27,000 comes from the Streetscape Budget. ART IN PUBLIC PLACES RECOMMENDATION: Art in Public Places voted to approve the entry feature design and selected artist Christopher Romero to create bronze decorative elements to embellish the design. AIPP recommends approval of the project. 5. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (10 min.) 6. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (10 min.) 7. Matt Mire ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session, pursuant to 1) C.R.S. §24-6- 402(4)(a)(b)(e)(f) - to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property interests; to receive legal advice on specific legal questions; and to determine positions, develop a strategy and instruct negotiators; to discuss personnel matters, Re: Timber Ridge Development Agreement; Pending and threatening litigation; Review of Town Council direct reports. (60 min.) 8. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (4:05 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 11:30 A.M., TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2008 NOTE: Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine at what time Council will consider an item. Council will be served lunch. 1. George Ruther ITEM/TOPIC: Community Development Department Review. (30 min.) 2. Scot Hunn ITEM/TOPIC: (Site Visit) Cornerstone, Cascade Village, Ordinance No. 5, Series of 2008. (30 min) 3. Scot Hunn ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of the first reading of Ordinance No. 5, Series of 2008, an ordinance approving a major amendment to Special Development District No. 4, Cascade Village, pursuant to Section 12-9A-10, Amendment Procedures, Vail Town Code, to allow for the development of a mixed use development, located at 1276 Westhaven Drive. (Cornerstone site). (15 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with modifications, or deny Ordinance No. 5, Series of 2008, on first reading. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On January 28, 2008, the Town of Vail Planning and Environmental Commission held a public hearing on a request for a major amendment to Special Development District No. 4, Vail Cascade, Section 12-9A-10, Amendment Procedures, Vail Town Code, to allow for an increase in the allowable gross residential floor area (GRFA) within Area A, Cascade Village, and to allow for the development of the Cornerstone Site. Specifically, the applicant proposes to increase the allowable GRFA for Area A from 289,145 sq. ft. to 295,611 sq. ft. (an increase of 6,466 sq. ft.) to facilitate the development of 23 free market condominium units, 4 employee housing units, a new ticket office for lift ticket sales operations by Vail Resorts, Inc., and underground parking on the site. Upon review of the request and a site specific development plan, the Planning and Environmental Commission voted 6-0-0 to forward a recommendation of approval, with conditions, of the request to amend Special Development District No. 4, Vail Cascade, to the Vail Town Council. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that Town Council approves Ordinance No. 5, Series of 2008, on first reading. 4. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: Planning & Environmental Commission (PEC) /Design Review Board (DRB) Update. (15 min.) 5. Leslie Fordham ITEM/TOPIC: Work Session with Art in Public Places (AIPP) Board. (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Meet with AIPP Board to discuss and give direction regarding the approval process for public art and strategic direction. AIPP will make a short "2007 Year in Review" presentation. 6. Tom Kassmel ITEM/TOPIC: Dedication of an Eagle River Water and Sanitation District (ERWSD) Construction and Permanent Easement on Willow Park. (15 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Dedicate two easements to the Eagle River Water Sanitation District for the purpose of construction of a sanitary sewer line along Willow Circle this Spring. One being a temporary construction easement for staging of material and one being a permanent easement for future maintenance and construction. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: ERWSD has requested that the Town provide two easements on Willow Park dedicated to ERWSD for the purpose of construction of a new sanitary sewer line. The easements will facilitate the construction of the new line allowing the new line to have a 0.7% grade, less impact on the existing sanitary sewer line, and providing additional areas for construction staging. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff believes the construction can be limited to the existing Town owned Right of Way and no easements will be necessary. 7. Greg Hall ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of the proposed lease between the Matt Mire Town of Vail and the Vail Recreation District (VRD) on non-golf Kathleen Halloran course facilities. (10 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Review the proposed lease with the Vail Recreation District regarding recreation facilities owned by the town and managed by the recreation district. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The Recreation Task Force consisting of: VRD board members Michelle Hall and Joe Hanlon; Town Councilmen Mark Gordon and Greg Moffet; and members of staff from both organizations have been working over the last two years to cooperatively address issues related to town-owned, VRD-managed facilities. 8. Stan Zemler ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of Individual Council Goals. (15 min.) 9. Mark Miller ITEM/TOPIC: West Vail Fire Station Update. (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Review and discuss background information provided by staff, and provide direction as to what additional information would be helpful regarding this proposal. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On-going discussion and objective analysis of the proposed West Vail Fire Station. 10. Judy Camp ITEM/TOPIC: Explanation of Real Estate Transfer Tax (RETT) revenue budget. (5 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: None - information only. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: During the February 5, 2008 meeting, Council requested an explanation of the RETT revenue budget in view of potentially declining market prices. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: None - information only. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Listen and provide feedback. 11. Matt Mire ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of the First reading of Ordinance No. 6, Series of 2008, An Ordinance Amending Title 6, Chapter 3, Article D, Regarding Offenses Against Public Peace. (5 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, amend or deny first reading of Ordinance No. 6, Series 2008. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: Due to public transportation disturbances the Town of Vail Police Department and Bus Department has requested an amendment to Title 6, Chapter 3, of the Town Code to add a subsection that is similar to the C.R.S §18-9-114 for the counsels consideration. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve, amend or deny first reading of Ordinance No. 6, Series 2008. 12. Rachel Friede ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of Resolution No. 3, Series of 2008, a Resolution to establish Special Business Promotion Permits, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (10 min.) BACKGROUND RATIONALE: Over the past few years, the Special Events Coordinator has received numerous requests from businesses to hold promotional events that did not meet the requirements for a special events permit. After consulting the business community, Staff has developed the Special Business Promotion Permit to allow individual businesses to hold promotional events that include activities outside of day-to-day business. On February 11, 2008, the Planning and Environmental Commission unanimously voted to recommend approval of a resolution establishing Special Business Promotion Permits. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Staff requests Council approve, approve with modifications, or deny Resolution No. 3, Series of 2008. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Vail Town Council approve Resolution No. 3, Series of 2008 13. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (10 min.) 14. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (10 min.) 15. Matt Mire ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session, pursuant to 1) C.R.S. §24-6- 402(4)(a)(e)(f) - to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property interests; to determine positions, develop a strategy and instruct negotiators; and to discuss personnel matters, Re: Timber Ridge Redevelopment Agreement; and Review of Town Council direct reports. (60 min.) 16. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (4:20 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, MARCH 4, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 1:30 P.M., TUESDAY, MARCH 4, 2008 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. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (10 min.) 2. Kathleen Halloran ITEM/TOPIC: 2007 Year-end Investment Report. (10 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: No formal action requested - information only. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: Section 2-2-8 of the Town Code requires an annual presentation of the town's investment report, which is also provided as a written report for each quarter. This agenda item is a presentation of the town's investment report as of December 31, 2007. 3. Stan Zemler ITEM/TOPIC: Review of 2008-2009 Strategic Work Plan. (15 min.) 4. Mark Masinter ITEM/TOPIC: Timber Ridge Redevelopment: Staff will provide an Stan Zemler overview of the Housing (H) District. (45 min.) In anticipation of purchasing and redeveloping the Timber Ridge site, Lincoln Property Company Southwest is requesting consideration of the following development alternatives: 1. To construct employee housing units at a floor area rate of 250 square feet per employee, rather than a rate of 350 square feet as required by the Vail Town Code. 2. To allow twenty-five percent (25%) of the total units on the Timber Ridge site to be free-market dwelling units, rather than deed restricted employee housing units. 3. To establish five-year rental leases as an employee housing mitigation, rather than providing the mitigation through the methods required by the Vail Town Code. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Provide staff and Lincoln Property Company Southwest direction regarding the three proposed redevelopment alternatives. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The Town of Vail acquired Timber Ridge in 2003 and permanently deed restricted the property with the requirement to maintain 600 affordable rental beds. It is the intention of the town to enter into an agreement with Lincoln Property Company Southwest to purchase and redevelop the subject property. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Provide staff and Lincoln Property Company Southwest direction regarding the three proposed development alternatives. 5. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (10 min.) 6. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (15 min.) 7. ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session, pursuant to 1) C.R.S. §24-6- 402(4)(f) - to discuss personnel matters, Review of Town Council direct reports. (60 min.) 8. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (4:20 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 1:00 P.M., TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2008 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. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (15 min.) 2. Judy Camp ITEM/TOPIC: Property tax update. (15 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Listen to background information in preparation for future discussions regarding use of the currently unappropriated property tax collections expected in 2008. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: Council has requested information regarding 2008 property tax collections including sources of the anticipated increase; amounts still under protest; and the amount of expected collections not yet appropriated. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: None - information only. 3. Bill Gibson ITEM/TOPIC: A work session to discuss proposed text amendments to Chapters 12-13, Employee Housing, 12-23, Commercial Linkage, and 12-24, Inclusionary Zoning, Vail Town Code, to establish standards and criteria related to mitigating employee housing requirements, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (90 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Based upon the presented background information and recommendations on the proposed text amendments, provide Staff direction concerning any additional information that the Council finds necessary to adequately review the proposed text amendments. The applicant is requesting that the Town Council schedules a public hearing for the first reading of Ordinance No. 1, Series of 2008, for April 1, 2008. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On March 10, 2008, the Planning and Environmental Commission voted 4-3-0 (Gunion, Proper, and Viele opposed) to forward a recommendation of approval, with modifications, for text amendments to establish standards and criteria related to mitigating employee housing requirements, and setting forth details in regard thereto. Please refer to Section III of the Community Development memorandum to the Planning and Environmental Commission, dated March 10, 2008, for additional background information. (Vail Town Council Attachment: D). 4. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (15 min.) • Council Agenda Development. • Environmental Coordinator Position Progress. 5. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (15 min.) 6. ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session, pursuant to 1) C.R.S. §24-6- 402(4)(a)(b)(e) - to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property interests; to receive legal advice on specific legal questions; and to determine positions, develop a strategy and instruct negotiators, Re: Timber Ridge Redevelopment and Pending and threatened litigation. (45 min.) 7. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (4:15 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, APRIL 1, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 12:00 NOON, TUESDAY, APRIL 1, 2008 NOTE: Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine at what time Council will consider an item. Town Council will be served lunch at 11:30 a.m. (30 min.) 1. Bill Gibson ITEM/TOPIC: Site Visit. An appeal, pursuant to Section 12-3-3, Appeals, Vail Town Code, of the Town of Vail Planning and Environmental Commission's approval, with conditions, of a variance request from Section 12-6C-6, Setbacks, Vail Town Code, pursuant to Chapter 12-17, Variances, to allow for an addition within the west side setback, located at 2570 Bald Mountain Road/Lot 33, Block 2, Vail Village Filing 13, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Uphold, overturn, or modify the Planning and Environmental Commission's approval, with conditions, of the variance application pursuant to Section 12-3-3, Appeals, Vail Town Code. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On February 25, 2008, the Planning and Environmental Commission approved, with conditions, a variance request from Section 12-6C-6, Setbacks, Vail Town Code, pursuant to Chapter 12-17, Variances, to allow for an addition within the west side setback, located at 2570 Bald Mountain Road/Lot 33, Block 2, Vail Village Filing 13, and setting forth details in regard thereto. The Vail Town Council "called-up" this Planning and Environmental Commission's action at its March 4, 2008, public hearing by a vote of 7-0-0. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Town Council upholds the Planning and Environmental Commission's decision. 2. Dick Cleveland ITEM/TOPIC: Impacts of Epic Pass to the Town of Vail and Other Parking Issues. (20 min.) BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On March 18, Vail Resorts announced creation of a new season pass product. The Epic Pass allows for unlimited and unrestricted skiing at Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Heavenly. The price is $579 for adults and $279 for children. Mayor Dick Cleveland has since met with representatives from Vail Resorts to better understand the company's rationale for creating the product as well as the company's assurances that parking impacts will be minimal. Members of the Vail Parking Task Force have been invited to attend the work session discussion to help structure the committee's ongoing role in evaluating current parking policies and recommendations for improvements. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Direct Vail Parking Task Force to evaluate possible impacts of Epic Pass and forward appropriate solutions to the Vail Town Council. 3. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (10 min.) 4. Judy Camp ITEM/TOPIC: Incremental Revenue from Property Tax. (20 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Direct staff to prepare information concerning options for the use of incremental property tax collections expected in 2008. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: Staff expects property tax collections in 2008 to exceed the amount budgeted by $450,000 to $650,000. The attached memo provides additional background and lists some options identified for potential disposition of the incremental revenue. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Direct staff to prepare information for a public discussion at the April 15th evening meeting. Specify which options listed in the attached memo should be explored and identify any other options Council would like to see. 5. Pam Brandmeyer ITEM/TOPIC: Building & Fire Code Appeals Board (B&FCAB), Design Review Board (DRB), Planning and Environmental Commission (PEC) and Art in Public Places (AIPP) Board Appointments. (60 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: 1) Appoint two applicants to the B&FCAB for a term of five years (through March 31, 2013); two to the regular board (there is no applicant for the alternate position). 2) Appoint four applicants to the PEC for a term of two years each (through March 31, 2010). 3) Appoint three applicants to the DRB for a term of two years each (through March 31, 2010). 4) Appoint three applicants to the AIPP for a term of three years each (through March 31, 2011) Note: There were only three applicants for four open seats on the AIPP board). BACKGROUND RATIONALE: There are currently three vacancies for the B&FCAB (two regular board member and one alternate), four vacancies for PEC, three vacancies for DRB and four vacancies for AIPP. The Town received two,(2) applications for the B&FCAB; five (5) applications for the PEC; three (3) applications for the DRB vacancies and three (3) applications for the AIPP (leaving one open position). Incumbent members of the B&FCAB, PEC, DRB, and AIPP are noted by asterisks below. It is requested that the Town Council interview each applicant at the work session and then appoint two applicants to the B&FCAB, four applicants to the PEC; three applicants to the DRB and three applicants to the AIPP at the evening meeting. The applicants are as follows: PEC: DRB: Anne Gunion* Michael Dantas* Roland Kjesbo* Peter Dunning* William Pierce* Elizabeth Plante* Sarah Robinson Paladino Susie Tjossem* AIPP: B&FCAB: Cookie Flaum Kathy Langenwalter* Susan Frampton* Rich Seth* James Poppell (Rich was an Alternate) I have enclosed an attendance summary for each board (except for the B&FCAB, which meets very infrequently) for your review, as well as possible questions to ask the applicants. RECOMMENDATION: Appoint a total of two members to the B&FCAB to five year terms; four members to the PEC for two- year terms each; three members to the DRB for two-year terms each; and three members to the AIPP for three-year terms each. 6. George Ruther ITEM/TOPIC: Housing Strategic Plan Update. (30 min.) Nina Timm 7. Kathleen Halloran ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of Ordinance No. 7, Series of 2008, an Ordinance making supplemental appropriations to the Town of Vail General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Real estate Transfer tax Fund, Heavy Equipment fund, and Dispatch Services Fund of the 2008 Budget for the Town of Vail Colorado; and authorizing the expenditures of said appropriations as set forth herein; and setting forth details in regard thereto. (20 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Ask any questions or give any comments regarding the 1St supplemental of 2008, Ordinance No. 7, Series of 2008. An ordinance making supplemental appropriations to the Town of Vail 2008 budget, in preparation for approving the first reading during the evening session. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: To be provided in a separate memo. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Town Council approves Ordinance No. 7, Series of 2008, upon first reading this evening. 8. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (10 min.) • Review Clean-up: Review of criteria & beneficiaries / May 3. • Peer Resort Visit Itinerary. 9. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (15 min.) 10. ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session pursuant to 24-6-402(4)(b) to receive legal advice on specific legal questions, re: pending and threatened litigation. (30 min.) 11. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (4:05) NOTE UPCOMING MEETING START TIMES BELOW: (ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE) THE NEXT VAIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR WORK SESSION WILL BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL (REVISED) WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 1:00 P.M., TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2008 NOTE: Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine at what time Council will consider an item. The meeting will convene at Town Hall. 1. Nicole Peterson ITEM/TOPIC: Site Visit. Cascade Village (Chaps Restaurant / Cornerstone). (30 min.) 2. Pam Brandmeyer ITEM/TOPIC: Appointments to the Vail Local Licensing Authority (LLA) and Vail Local Housing Authority (VLHA) boards. (15 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: 1) Please interview the Local Licensing Authority (LLA) applicants to fill two (2)vacancies at the work session and appoint two people to the LLA board at the evening meeting (two year terms, expire May 31, 2010); and 2) Please interview the Vail Local Housing Authority (VLHA) applicant at the work session and appoint one applicant to the VLHA (term expires May 31, 2013) at the evening meeting BACKGROUND RATIONALE: LLA: All applicants to the LLA must be citizens of the United States, qualified electors of the Town of Vail, and have resided in the Town of Vail for not less than two years preceding appointment, and shall have no direct financial interest in any license to sell alcoholic beverages or any location having any such license. Duties of the five-member board include review of all Town of Vail liquor license applications. There are currently two vacancies on the LLA. The Town received two (2) applications for the vacancy. The Council needs to interview the applicants at the work session and then make the appointments to the LLA at the evening meeting. The applicants are: Kaye Ferry* Bob McKown* *Incumbent board members I have enclosed an attendance summary for the LLA for your review. VLHA: Applicants must be full-time, year-round residents of Eagle County who either are residents of the Town of Vail or work for a business holding a Town of Vail business license. Authority members must have a proven ability to be an effective advocate for a full range of housing projects and be able to promote a vision for local employee housing that has been approved of by the majority of the Authority. The role of Authority members is to act as Board of Directors for the business of the Vail Local Housing Authority. The duties may include Budget Approval, Adopting Policies, Advocacy, Staff Oversight, Strategic and Long-Term Planning, Setting Development and Acquisition Parameters and potentially managing the existing Town of Vail deed-restricted housing inventories. Technical experience in one of the following areas is also desirable: Financing of Large Projects, Development, Construction/Construction Management, Planning, Design, or Legal. The Town received one application. The applicant is: Kim Newbury* *Incumbent board member RECOMMENDATION: Appoint two people to the LLA, and appoint one person to the VLHA. 3. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (5 min.) 4. Mark Miller ITEM/TOPIC: Forest Health Update. (20 min.) 5. ITEM/TOPIC: Vail Valley Foundation (VVF) Update on the Colorado Stage Bike Race. (15 min.) 6. Nicole Peterson ITEM/TOPIC: The applicant, Lionshead Centre Homeowner's Association, represented by Bill Watts of Watts Development Company, is requesting direction, with regard to the redevelopment of the Lionshead Centre building, on the degree of compliance expected with the build-to lines, view corridors, Gore Creek connection and transportation recommendations set-forth in the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan. (45 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Direction from the Council with regard to the redevelopment of the Lionshead Centre building: What degree of compliance is expected with the build-to lines, view corridors, Gore Creek connection and transportation recommendations set-forth in the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan? BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On February 2, 2008, the Town Council approved the request for permission to proceed through the development review process with a proposal to make improvements on town-owned land in conjunction with a proposed redevelopment of the Lionshead Centre. It is the desire of the applicant to receive direction from the Town Council regarding a structure designed on Town-owned land prior to formal design review application. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Council supply direction to the applicant prior to final submittal of a redevelopment application. 7. George Ruther ITEM/TOPIC: Ordinance No. 1, Series of 2008, an ordinance amending Chapters 12-13, Employee Housing, 12-23, Commercial Linkage, and 12-24, Inclusionary Zoning, Vail Town Code, to establish standards and criteria related to mitigating employee housing requirements, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Hold a work session to discuss specific topics related to the proposed amendments. At the evening meeting, approve, approve with conditions, or deny Ordinance No. 1, Series of 2008, on first reading. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On March 10, 2008, the Planning and Environmental Commission voted 4-3-0 (Gunion, Proper, and Viele opposed) to forward a recommendation of approval, with modifications, for text amendments to establish standards and criteria related to mitigating employee housing requirements, and setting forth details in regard thereto. The Town Council held a work session to discuss the proposed text amendments on March 24, 2008. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Hold a work session to discuss specific topics related to the proposed amendments. At the evening meeting, Staff recommends the Town Council further discusses the proposed amendments and approves Ordinance No. 1, Series of 2008, on first reading. 8. Leslie Fordham ITEM/TOPIC: The applicant, the Town of Vail, is requesting a first reading of Ordinance No. 8, Series of 2008, an Ordinance to enact prescribed regulation amendments to Title 12, Vail Town Code, to establish requirements and procedures for public art in development projects, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (10 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Staff requests that the Vail Town Council approve, approve with modifications, or deny Ordinance No. 8, Series of 2008, on first reading. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Vail Town Council approve Ordinance No. 8, Series of 2008, on first reading. 9. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (10 min.) ➢ Community Picnic Below are suggested dates and locations for this summer's upcoming community picnics: Thursday, June 12 Donovan Pavilion Thursday, July Bighorn Park (Public Works will suggest a date at Tuesday's work session) Thursday, August 14 Ellefson Park 10. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (20 min.) 11. ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session, pursuant to 1) C.R.S. §24-6- 402(4)(b) - to receive legal advice on specific legal questions. (15 min.) 12. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (4:20 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 TBD, TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2008 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. Mark Miller ITEM/TOPIC: Fire Station Tour/or Public Works. (60 min.) 2. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (5 min.) 3. ITEM/TOPIC: A work session to talk about the goals for the Employee Housing Strategic Plan. Identify actions to achieve goals and confirm time line. (45 min.) 4. ITEM/TOPIC: Council Rules of Engagement. (15 min.) 5. ITEM/TOPIC: North Day Lot Discussion. (30 min.) 6. Matt Mire ITEM/TOPIC: First Reading of Ordinance No. 11, Series of 2008 / SOB's. (10 min.) 7. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (10 min.) 8. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (10 min.) 9. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (TBD) NOTE UPCOMING MEETING START TIMES BELOW: (ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE) THE NEXT VAIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR WORK SESSION WILL BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, MAY 20, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 TBD, TUESDAY, MAY 20, 2008 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. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (5 min.) 2. ITEM/TOPIC: A joint work session with Town Council, Commission on Special Events and Vail Local Marketing District Advisory Council. (45 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Discuss policy direction with both groups and answer any questions they have relative to their role and Council's expectations of their responsibilities. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The Town Council requested work sessions with all Town Boards and Commissions and specifically requested that CSE and VLMDAC come to a joint session. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Provide direction to the CSE and VLMDAC for 2008. 3. ITEM/TOPIC: Ralf Garrison / Same Lodge & Store Sales Comparison Presentation. (20 min.) 4. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (10 min.) 5. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (10 min.) 6. ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session: Concert Hall Plaza land exchange appraisal. (45 min.) 7. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (TBD) NOTE UPCOMING MEETING START TIMES BELOW: (ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE) THE NEXT VAIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR WORK SESSION WILL BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 TBD, TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 2008 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 2. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (5 min.) 3. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (10 min.) 4. ITEM/TOPIC: Environmental Strategic Plan (30 min.) 5. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (10 min.) 6. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (TBD) NOTE UPCOMING MEETING START TIMES BELOW: (ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE) THE NEXT VAIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR WORK SESSION WILL BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, JUNE 17, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 2:00 P.M., TUESDAY, JUNE 17, 2008 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. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (5 min.) 2. Kathleen Halloran ITEM/TOPIC: Revenue Analysis. (60 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Discuss the projected revenue items for the 2009 budget and provide staff with direction. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The start of every budget cycle starts with the discussion of major revenues. Future revenues are calculated based on current year to date, five-year averages and analysis of external economic influences. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Discuss and provide any changes or recommendations to the 2009 revenue projection. 3. Kathleen Halloran ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of Council Out of Cycle Contribution Requests for 2008. (20 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Discussion of 2008 "out of cycle" contribution requests that were submitted to staff on May 23, 2008, for 2008 funding. Final decision to be given during the evening session. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The purpose of the mid-year review is to provide an opportunity for organizations that have newly identified projects or unforeseen changes to their budgets to come forward all at the same time. The Town Council evaluates the various proposals based on their direct benefit to the entire community of Vail, fulfillment of the Town's mission, and how this contribution will affect our resort community's future health. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: See attached memo. 4. ITEM/TOPIC: Review Town Council Strategic Plan. (15 min.) 5. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (10 min.) ➢ Eagle County Open Space Advisory Committee The OSAC met 6.9.08 to discuss possible acquisition of a 95 acre parcel near Basalt that the Division of Wildlife is selling in order to build a new administration facility in Glenwood Springs. A field trip to this site is being planned within the next couple weeks. The proposed purchase price for the parcel is about $1.3M, with $3.4M currently in the OSAC fund. The parcel has some trails on it and would be used as a park. Being investigated now is ownership of the Roaring Fork stream tract that is adjacent since this parcel is to the north of the Frying Pan Road; the river can be viewed but not accessed. ➢ Rent Comparisons (in the packet) ➢ Vail Valley Athlete Commission The Commission, composed of the Vail Valley Foundation, Vail Resorts, Beaver Creek Resort Company and the Town of Vail, jointly funds individual athletes from the valley who compete internationally. The Vail Town Council funds this Commission at $10,000 annually. This was the off-cycle funding and two of four applicants were funded: Josiah Middaugh Triathalon/Adventure Racing $2,000 Jonathan Stevens Trail/Mountain Running $1,500 6. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (10 min.) 7. ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session, pursuant to 1) C.R.S. §24-6- 402(4)(b) - to receive legal advice on specific legal questions. (15 min.) 8. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (4:15 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, JULY 1, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 2:00 P.M., TUESDAY, JULY 1, 2008 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. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (5 min.) 2. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: Update to the Vail Town Council on the current status of the Ever Vail applications, their review, and the process moving forward. (20 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: There is no action requested of Council at this time BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The redevelopment of the area known as Ever Vail is an intricate project with many applications and steps within the development review process. Staff and the Vail Resorts Development Company have scheduled a work session with the Vail Town Council in an effort to communicate the current status of the review process for Ever Vail. A presentation to the Vail Town Council will include the review steps that are completed and the anticipated future steps in the review of the Ever Vail redevelopment. 3. Scot Hunn ITEM/TOPIC: A request for first reading of Ordinance No. 5, Series of 2008, an ordinance approving a major amendment to Special Development District No. 4, Cascade Village, pursuant to Section 12-9A-10, Amendment Procedures, Vail Town Code, to allow for the development of the Cornerstone Site. (PEC070055) (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Work Session: Staff recommends the Council listen to the Staff's presentation of revisions made to the site specific development plan, proposed amendments to the SDD, as well as the public benefits proposed with the development of the Cornerstone Site. If the Staff is able to satisfactorily address the Council's previously stated concerns and questions with regard to the development plan and amendments to the SDD during the work session, Staff has prepared an ordinance for the Council's consideration upon first reading. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On January 28, 2008, the Town of Vail Planning and Environmental Commission voted unanimously to forward a recommendation for approval, with conditions, of an application for a major amendment to Special Development District No. 4, Cascade Village, pursuant to Section 12-9A-10, Amendment Procedures, Vail Town Code, to allow for the development of the Cornerstone Site. (PEC070055) On February 19, 2008, the Vail Town Council held a public hearing to consider Ordinance No. 5, Series of 2008, an ordinance approving a major amendment to Special Development District No. 4, Cascade Village, on first reading. At that meeting, the Council voted unanimously to table the public hearing to their regularly scheduled meeting of March 18, 2008, citing concerns over the proposed amendments to the SDD, building height, public benefits, parking and employee housing mitigation. The applicant has submitted subsequent requests to table the hearing to the Council's regularly scheduled meeting dates of April 1, May 20, and July 1, 2008, to properly respond to the Council's previously stated concerns and to work with Staff to fully analyze previous amending ordinances for SDD No. 4 prior to returning to the Town Council for further consideration of the development plans and first reading of Ordinance No. 5, Series of 2008. 4. Bill Gibson ITEM/TOPIC: Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2008, an ordinance amending Chapter 12-16, Conditional Use Permits, to allow for the administrative review and approval of specific conditional uses, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC080103). (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approved, approve with modifications, or deny Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2008, on first reading. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On June 23, 2008, the Planning and Environmental Commission voted 6-0-0 to forward a recommendation of approval for the prescribed text amendments of Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2008. The purpose of the proposed amendments is to streamline the Town development review process, while achieving the same development outcomes. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Town Council approves Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2008, on first reading. 5. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (10 min.) ➢ Council input. Re: "Leadership Park City" pro forma and next steps. ➢ Budget Timetable. 6. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (10 min.) 7. ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session, pursuant to 1) C.R.S. §24-6- 402(4)(a)(b)(e) - to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property interests; to receive legal advice on specific legal questions; and to determine positions, develop a strategy and instruct negotiators, Re: Deed Restricted Employee Housing Units. (20 min.) 8. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (4:05 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, JULY 15, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 9:00 A.M., TUESDAY, JULY 15, 2008 NOTE: Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine at what time Council will consider an item. Council will be served lunch. 1. Nina Timm ITEM/TOPIC: The Town of Vail Strategic Housing Plan. (3 hrs.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Provide staff and the Housing Authority with direction on the Action Steps identified in the Strategic Housing Plan. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The Vail Town Council will be adopting an Employee Housing Strategic Plan. At the May 6, 2008, work session Town Council reconfirmed its employee housing goals. The Action Steps identified in the Strategic Plan are based on achieving those goals. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: None at this time. Break for lunch. (30 min.) 2. Mike Ortiz ITEM/TOPIC: Site Visit. Vail Golf Course Facilities. (45 min.) 3. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (5 min.) 4. Matt Mire ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of Resolution No. 14, Series of 2008, a Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Golf Course Lease Agreement with the Vail Park and Recreation District; and Setting Forth Details in Regard Thereto. (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF AUTHORITY: Listen to presentation and provide direction. BACKGROUND: The Town and the Vail Park and Recreation District (the "VRD") entered into a golf course lease agreement on May 27, 1966. On March 4, 2008 Council authorized the Town Manager to enter into a Master Facilities Lease Agreement with the VRD expressly contingent upon the eventual approval of an intergovernmental lease agreement with the VRD for the Vail Golf Course. In connection with the discussion of the Golf course Lease there will be a presentation regarding replacement of the irrigation system and a discussion with regard to funding the necessary capital replacements, repairs and improvements (see the staff memorandum by Kathleen Halloran). 5. Kelli McDonald ITEM/TOPIC: Economic Development Strategic Plan goals. (15 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Provide staff with input. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: These goals have been developed and approved by the Vail Economic Advisory Council. Staff is looking for input from Town Council before moving forward. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Discuss and provide any changes or recommendations to the Economic Development Strategic Plan goals. 6. Rachel Friede ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of the first reading of Ordinance 15, Stan Hahn Series of 2008, an ordinance amending Section 10-1-2, Adopted Codes, Vail Town Code, in order to adopt the 2008 National Electrical Code, and Section 10-1-9, Electrical Code Amendments, Vail Town Code, in order to adopt amendments to the 2008 National Electrical Code. (10 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with modifications, or deny Ordinance No. 15, Series of 2008 on first reading. BACKGROUND: Every three years, the administrator of the National Electrical Code (NEC), the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) conducts a public review process to update the NEC. This year, the NFPA adopted the 2008 NEC, which will be officially adopted by the State of Colorado on August 1, 2008. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Department of Community Development recommends that the Vail Town Council approve Ordinance No. 15, Series of 2008, on first reading. 7. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of the first reading of Ordinance No. 16, Series of 2008, an ordinance to allow for the rezoning of two unplatted parcels commonly known as the "Vail Professional Building" and "Cascade Crossing" from Arterial Business district to Lionshead Mixed Use-2 district and portions of unplatted and unzoned South Frontage Road West right-of-way to Lionshead Mixed Use-2 district, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (15 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with modifications, or deny Ordinance No. 16, Series of 2008, on first reading. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On October 22, 2007, the Planning and Environmental Commission voted 5-1-0 (Cleveland opposed) to forward a recommendation of approval for the rezoning of the properties known as Cascade Crossing, the Vail Professional Building, and portion of the South Frontage Road West right-of-way that would become a part of developable lots once the Frontage Road were relocated to parallel the interstate. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Community Development Department recommends that the Vail Town Council approves Ordinance No. 16, Series of 2008, on first reading. 8. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (10 min.) ➢ Sign Code Compliance. 9. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (10 min.) 10. ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session, pursuant to: 1) C.R.S. §24-6- 402(4)(a)(b)(e) - to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property interests; to receive legal advice on specific legal questions; and to determine positions, develop a strategy and instruct negotiators, Re: Lionshead Parking Structure Development proposal; 2) C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b) - to receive legal advice on specific legal questions Re: Update on pending litigation. (30 min.) 11. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (3:20 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 12:30 P.M., TUESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2008 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. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (5 min.) 2. Greg Hall ITEM/TOPIC: Presentation of Vail's Long Term Parking Needs. (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Listen to background information on parking demand and potential sites. This information will be used in preparing Council goal follow up steps. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The current deficit of parking spaces to meet the goal of providing sufficient parking for 90% of our demand days (15 overflow days in a 150 day ski season) is 400 spaces. In the future the total number of spaces short is projected to be a total 1000 spaces. Three sites exist to distribute parking spaces: between Ford Park, LionsHead Parking structure and the west LionsHead area (EverVail). 3. George Ruther ITEM/TOPIC: A work session meeting with the Vail Town Council to discuss the proposed update to the Vail Village Master Plan. The purpose of the work session is to: (45 min.) • Provide an overview of the existing goals, objectives, policies and action steps of the master plan; • Share the comments and input the Community Development Department has received on the master plan update process to date; • Present the recommendation of the Town of Vail Planning & Environmental Commission to the Town Council; and • Outline the proposed next steps in the review process for updating the Vail Village Master Plan. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Listen to the staff's presentation and provide comments and input on the Planning & Environmental Commission's recommendation and the proposed next steps in the review process. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On January 22, 2008, the Vail Town Council instructed the Community Development Department to prepare an update to the Vail Village Master Plan as contemplated in Section VIII B of the Master Plan. Since that time, the Community Development Department has prepared a proposed update to the Vail Village Master Plan with the cooperation and assistance of many potentially affected persons from the community. Examples included, the members of the 1990 Planning & Environmental Commission, the Vail Chamber & Business Association, the Vail Economic Advisory Council, the Commission on Special Events, the Meadow Drive Business Partnership, and the various other property owners within the Vail Village area. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: As this work session, staff will not be providing a recommendation at this time. 4. Judy Camp ITEM/TOPIC: Municipal Employee Housing Assistance. (30 min.) Pam Brandmeyer Krista Miller ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Listen to staff presentation on a proposed employee home ownership program (EHOP) to replace the town's existing down payment assistance program. Provide comments and direct staff to move forward with the proposal. BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE: Town Council and staff have acknowledged the need to provide housing assistance programs for TOV municipal employees. Council has established a target of having 30% of Vail's workforce live in Vail. As an employer, the town should lead the way in accomplishing this goal. Housing assistance is also an important recruitment and retention tool in our competitive employment market where housing costs are high. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends replacement of the current limited down payment assistance program with an Employee Home Ownership Program (EHOP) utilizing equity share loans and administered by Funding Partners, a non-profit organization who specializes in home ownership programs. 5. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (15 min.) ➢ Mountain Pine Beetle Abatement Follow up. ➢ Annual Site Visit to Five Conservation Easements in the Town of Vail. Staff completed a site visit to five conservation easements held by the Eagle County Land Trust on July 18, all within the Town of Vail. Brief comments follow, although a more detailed report from the Land Trust will follow. An annual site inspection is required to insure the town is maintaining and preserving these parcels as conservation easements. The public can access all conservation easements. 1. Ptarmigan Road, 4.5 acres - Slash piles will be burned this fall or in the spring/fall of'09, depending on weather conditions. - Great thistle control/improvement. - This parcel is adjacent to and connects with the Vail Trail to the south. 2. East Vail waterfall, 4.8 acres. - Needs some thistle and money weed noxious weed control, which has been reported to town staff. 3. Potato Patch 1, 2.858 acres (George Wieger's property) - Weed control great. - Hot tub encroachment totally removed. 4. Buffehr Creek (Eleni Zneimer project), 9 acres - Weed control great. - Direct connection off Buffehr Creek Road to the North Trail. 5. Meadow Creek, 2.6 acres. - Minor thistle control needed, which has been reported to town staff. - Direct connection to Forest Service land to the south, borders Stephen's Park. ➢ Noise Readings on I-70 Overlay Noise readings were taken prior to the I-70 overlay project's commencement. Staff will take readings again once CDOT has completed the overlay. 6. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (10 min.) 7. Matt Mire ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session, pursuant to: 1) C.R.S. §24-6- 402(4)(a)(e) - to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property interests and to determine positions, develop a strategy and instruct negotiators, Re: Amendments to the Lionshead Parking Structure Development Agreement; 2) C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b) - to receive legal advice on specific legal questions. (90 min.) 8. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (4:05 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 12:00 NOON, TUESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2008 NOTE: Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine at what time Council will consider an item. Lunch will be served at 11:45 A.M. 1. Bill Gibson ITEM/TOPIC: Site Visit. The applicants, Texi and Scotto Lowery, represented by VAg, Inc., are requesting permission to proceed through the development review process to allow private improvements on Town of Vail owned property. (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with modifications, or deny the request to proceed through the development review process. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The applicants are requesting permission to proceed through the development review process with an application to construct a second-floor deck on the north side of the Bell Tower Building, located at 207 Gore Creek Drive, which encroaches onto the Town of Vail owned Gore Creek Promenade. The applicant must first obtain Town Council (i.e. property owner) approval before proceeding through the Town's development review process. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Community Development Department recommends that the Vail Town Council denies the applicant's request to proceed through the development review process. 2. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (5 min.) 3. Leslie Fordham ITEM/TOPIC: Art in Public Places Update. (20 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Discuss project approval process with AIPP Board. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: Art in Public Places held a retreat on July 18, 2008. Board members, with the support of the Town Council, have worked diligently over the last two years to broaden and promote cultural programs in Vail. AIPP has enriched the cultural environment through the purchase of high-quality sculpture and promoted cultural tourism by staging events that attract national and international visitors. Vail is acquiring the reputation of being a first class resort for both recreation and the visual arts. In the coming months, AIPP plans to work collaboratively with the Vail Library to celebrate its 25th anniversary. The Board will review artwork depicting ice sculptures for 2009 Triumph Winterfest and promote the visual arts in schools via the introduction of National Endowment for the Humanities Picturing America. A high priority for the Board is to determine a new location for Jesus Moroles' Granite Amphitheatre. In addition to evaluating the success of projects and planning for the future, the Board reviewed its operating Guidelines. The AIPP Guidelines, established in 1989(Ordinance 7, 1992), set out a process for approval of projects. Both the Board's role and the Town Council's role are clearly defined. However, since AIPP began receiving funding from RETT revenue in 2004, the review process has become more complex, with the Town Council taking on some of the responsibilities the Guidelines assign to AIPP. BOARD RECOMENDATION: The AIPP Board believes that communication with the Town Council relating to expenditures and project approval could begin when the annual budget is submitted to the Town Manager. The AIPP Coordinator will provide updates to the Town Council quarterly. 4. Nina Timm ITEM/TOPIC: The Town of Vail Employee Housing Strategic Plan. (20 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Provide Staff and the Housing Authority with direction on the Employee Housing Strategic Plan. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: In September, 2008, the Vail Town Council will be adopting an Employee Housing Strategic Plan. To date, Town Council has provided feedback on the identified goals and action steps, as well as the overall content of the document. The Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats section has been added since the July 15, 2008, work session. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Confirmation of Direction. 5. Kathleen Halloran ITEM/TOPIC: Long-term Capital plan. (45 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Listen to staff presentation and provide input and direction. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: Capital maintenance and replacements will be a major portion of the five-year plans included in the 2008 budget process. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Provide input and direction. 6. Tom Kassmel ITEM/TOPIC: West Meadow Drive Reconstruction Overview. (15 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: None. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The West Meadow Drive street reconstruction project has been in planning since 2001. The project includes street reconstruction, drainage improvements, a raised paver sidewalk on the north side and an at grade paver walk on the south side, landscape planters, replacement of the cul-de-sac planter, and new street lighting. The project is budgeted at approximately $3 million between the Capital Project and RETT Funds. Exact bids will be presented to Council on 08.19.08. The project will be completed in two phases; Phase I (Fall 2008) - Vail Rd to the west property line of Four Seasons, Phase II (Spring 2009) - Four Seasons West Property line to Cul- de-sac. The project is currently out to Bid and will be brought to council for approval on 8/19. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Project update. 7. Bill Gibson ITEM/TOPIC: A request for a work session for prescribed regulations amendments to Section 14-10-7, Outdoor Lighting, Vail Town Code, to allow for amendments to the outdoor lighting standards, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (30 min.) The purpose of the proposed amendments is to clarify the Town's outdoor lighting standards and to simplify the implementation and enforcement of the Town Code. The proposed amendments are also intended to update the outdoor lighting standards to better achieve "green" (i.e. environmentally sensitive and energy efficient lighting fixtures and techniques) and "dark sky" (i.e. minimizing light pollution) policies. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Hold a work session to discuss the proposed amendments to the outdoor lighting standards, and provide policy direction to Staff concerning the proposed amendments. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The Planning and Environmental Commission held work sessions at its July 14 and July 28, 2008, public hearings to discuss the proposed amendments. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: There is no formal action being requested at this time. Staff recommends the Council provide policy concerning the proposed amendments to the outdoor lighting regulations. 8. Ron Braden ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of Resolution No. 16, Series 2008, a Resolution Approving the Intergovernmental Agreement Between the Town of Vail, Colorado and the Colorado Department of Transportation Regarding a Fiber and Intelligent Transportation System Equipment Installation on Interstate 70 and Responsibilities of Both Parties; and Setting Forth Details in Regard Thereto. (10 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Resolution No. 13, Series of 2008. In addition, Council is requested to approve an additional $234,000 for a total project cost of $834,178 with Eagle County contributing $210,000. Total TOV contribution will be $624,000. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: As part of the Interstate 70 (I-70) West Corridor Management Project, which was completed in 2006, CDOT deployed a fiber optic backbone communications network from Denver west through the Eisenhower Johnson Memorial Tunnels to the Frisco Exit. This completed a permanent Center-to-Center (C2C) connection between the Colorado Transportation Management Center (CTMC), which is located in Golden, and the Eisenhower Johnson Tunnel Management Center. CDOT also installed necessary computer and networking equipment to operate its fiber optic network, and to communicate with and control ITS devices such as cameras, dynamic message signs, weather stations, travel time/speed indicators, etc., from the CTMC. CDOT is currently continuing with the deployment of the fiber optic communications backbone from the Frisco exit (approximate Mile Point 199) to the west side of Vail Pass (approximate Mile Point 182). The Town's desire to upgrade local communications along a segment of I-70 from the referenced end point on the west side of Vail Pass (approximate Mile Point 182) to the West Vail Interchange (approximate Mile Point 173) which would extend the Project an additional nine (9) miles to the west. This additional nine (9) mile segment shall be referred to in this Agreement as "the Project Extension". The actual project length of the Project Extension will be as determined by the amount of funding the Town is able to secure, however the Project Extension shall be at least to Mile Point 177. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve, approve with amendments, or deny Resolution No. 13, Series of 2008. 9. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (10 min.) 10. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (10 min.) 11. Matt Mire ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session, pursuant to: 1) C.R.S. §24-6- 402(4)(a)(b)(e) - to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property interests; to receive legal advice on specific legal questions; and to determine positions, develop a strategy and instruct negotiators, Re: LionsHead Parking Structure Redevelopment. (30 min.) 12. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (3:45 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 11:30 A.M., TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2008 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. Stan Zemler ITEM/TOPIC: North Day Lot Update and Discussion. (60 min.) Lunch Break. (20 min.) 2. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (5 min.) 3. George Ruther ITEM/TOPIC: A work session meeting with the Vail Town Council to discuss the proposed update to the Vail Village Master Plan. The purpose of the work session is to: (15 min.) • Share the proposed updates and revisions to the master plan prepared by staff in response to the input and feedback received from the Vail Town Council on August 5, 2008. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Listen to the staff's presentation and provide any additional comments and input on the proposed master plan update. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On January 22, 2008, the Vail Town Council instructed the Community Development Department to prepare an update to the Vail Village Master Plan as contemplated in Section VIII B of the Master Plan. Since that time, the Community Development Department has prepared a proposed update to the Vail Village Master Plan with the cooperation and assistance of many potentially affected persons from the community. On July 28, 2008, the Town of Vail Planning & Environmental Commission held a public hearing on the proposed update and has forwarded a unanimous recommendation of approval, with modifications, of the proposed update to the Vail Village Master Plan to the Vail Town Council. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: As this is a work session, staff will not be providing a recommendation at this time. 4. Nina Timm ITEM/TOPIC: Proposed Employee Housing Unit Exchange Program. (20 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Provide staff with direction regarding the methodology (i.e., ordinance, etc.) to be used to adopt the employee housing unit exchange program. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The draft Town of Vail Employee Housing Strategic Plan identifies the establishment of an employee housing exchange program. Previously, the Town Council and the Housing Authority have identified policy direction for the implementation of the exchange program. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Direct staff, in conjunction with the Housing Authority, to draft an ordinance for future Council review. 5. Kathleen Halloran ITEM/TOPIC: Follow-up discussion of Long-term Capital plan. (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve long-term capital plan for inclusion in the 2009 Budget. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: Capital maintenance and replacements are a major portion of the five-year plans included in the 2009 budget process. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: None - information only. 6.Kathleen Halloran ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of Ordinance No. 19, Series of 2009, an ordinance making supplemental appropriations to the Town of Vail General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund, Health Insurance Fund, and Dispatch Services Fund of the 2008 budget for the Town of Vail, Colorado; and authorizing the expenditures of said appropriations as set forth herein; and setting forth details in regard thereto. (20 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Ask any questions or give any comments regarding the 2nd supplemental of 2008, Ordinance No. 19, Series of 2008. An ordinance making supplemental appropriations to the Town of Vail 2008 budget, in preparation for approving the first reading during the evening session. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: To be provided in a separate memo. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Town Council approves Ordinance No. 19, Series of 2008, upon first reading this evening. 7. John Cassin ITEM/TOPIC: Vail Valley Medical Center Update. (15 min.) 8. Judy Camp ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of refinancing existing bonds via Dee Wisor Ordinance No. 20, Series of 2008, authorizing the Issuance of Sales Johnathon Heroux Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2008. (15 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Listen to presentation and ask questions regarding above topic in preparation for considering Ordinance No. 20 in the evening session. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The Town of Vail issued $8,760,000 of Tax-Exempt Sales Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds in 1998 to refinance certain bonds outstanding at that time. The bonds were issued with interest rates ranging from 4.25% to 4.5% and maturities through 2012. 1998A bonds maturing on or after December 1, 2009 are callable at the town's option on December 1, 2008. Federal tax law allows for "current refunding" of the bonds within 90 days of the call date. This means the town can issue new bonds at current interest rates and defease, or pay off, the existing bonds. Refunding bonds are not subject to TABOR election requirements. Piper Jaffray and Co., the town's investment bankers, estimates a net savings in debt service payments of $188,000 over five years. The net savings is after payment of bond issuance costs and underwriter's discount and will benefit the Capital Projects Fund. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve Ordinance No. 20 upon first reading this evening. 9. Nicole Peterson ITEM/TOPIC: A request for final review of Resolution No. 19, Series of 2008, a Land Use Plan map amendment, pursuant to Section 8-3, Vail Land Use Plan, to allow for a change in the land use designation from Community Office to LionsHead Redevelopment Master Plan for properties known as "Cascade Crossing", "Vail Professional Building" (Future "Ever Vail"), and "Glen Lyon Office Building" located at 953, 1031 and 1000 South Frontage Road West/ Lot 54 Glen Lyon Subdivision and unplatted property (A complete legal description is available for inspection at the Town of Vail Community Development Department), and setting forth details in regard thereto. (15 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with modifications, or deny the Land Use Plan map amendment. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On August 11, 2008 the Planning and Environmental Commission voted 4-0-1 (Viele recused) to forward a recommendation of approval for the Land Use Plan map amendment, pursuant to Section 8-3, Vail Land Use Plan, to allow for a change in the land use designation from Community Office to LionsHead Redevelopment Master Plan for properties known as "Cascade Crossing", "Vail Professional Building" (Future "Ever Vail"), and "Glen Lyon Office Building" located at 953, 1031 and 1000 South Frontage Road West. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Community Development Department recommends that the Vail Town Council approves Resolution No. 19, Series of 2008. 10. ITEM/TOPIC: Use of Arrabelle at Vail Square for special events. (15 min.) 11. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (10 min.) ➢ Library Update. 12. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (30 min.) 13. Matt Mire ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session, pursuant to: 1) C.R.S. §24-6- 402(4)(a)(b)(e) - to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property interests; to receive legal advice on specific legal questions; and to determine positions, develop a strategy and instruct negotiators, Re: Town owned property. (20 min.) 14. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (4:00 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 1:15 P.M., TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2008 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. ITEM/TOPIC: Commission on Special Events (CSE) Interviews. (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Appoint one applicant to the CSE. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: Applicants must be residents of the Town of Vail, own real property within the Town of Vail, own a business in the Town of Vail, or be employed within the Town of Vail. The term of the new member shall be until December 31, 2009, to fill the term vacated by Scott Stoughton who had to resign due to other commitments which will not allow for him to attend the meetings anymore. Members of the CSE shall serve at the will of the Town Council. The CSE shall support the Town Council's goals and objectives and make decisions in alignment with the Town Council's marketing direction. The mission of the CSE is to support street entertainment and special events for vitality, year-round fun, sense of community and increased quality of experience for guests and residents. The functions and/or duties of CSE shall include, but are not limited to: hiring and overseeing a director and/or staff, as well as event producers and/or promoters; creating, funding and seeking special events for the Town of Vail; evaluating event applications and event success; submitting an annual budget for operations and events; coordinating the community calendar for special events; seeking out additional funding for special events through sponsorships and donations; evaluating and executing contracts for special events; and all other functions as directed by the Town Council. There is currently one vacancy on the CSE. The Town received five (5) applications for the vacancy. The Council needs to interview the applicants at the work session and then appoint one applicant to the CSE at the evening meeting. The applicants are as follows: Samantha Bogash Stephen Connolly Kerry Donovan* Tom Gorman David O. Williams * Please note that Kerry Donovan will not be able to attend the work session interview meeting as she will be out of town. RECOMMENDATION Appoint one member to the CSE for the balance of a term to end December 31, 2009. 2. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (15 min.) 3. Judy Camp ITEM/TOPIC: Municipal Employee Housing Opportunities Program Pam Brandmeyer (EHOP). (30 min.) Krista Miller ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Consider additional information provided in response to Council's questions and comments from August 5tn BACKGROUND RATIONALE: This agenda item is a follow-up to the EHOP proposal discussed with Council on August 5tn . STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends replacement of the current limited down payment assistance program with an Employee Home Ownership Program (EHOP) for municipal employees as outlined in the staff inemo. 4. Greg Hall ITEM/TOPIC: Review and approve or approve with revisions the recommendations of the parking task force for the 2008-2009 winter season. (10 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Council directed the task force to address potential impacts related to the new Epic season ski pass as well as address the overflow days this last winter in forwarding their annual recommendations to the council. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The Town Council established the parking task force to provide direction to Council regarding parking operation policies for each year. The task force is represented by members of the Vail Town Council, Vail Resorts, the retail business community, as well as a citizen-at-large representative. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The parking task force recommendations are provided. Staff recommends adopting the recommendations as approved by the task force. Council may also approve with modifications the recommendations of the parking task force 5. Kathleen Halloran ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of Ordinance No. 19, Series of 2008, an ordinance making supplemental appropriations to the Town of Vail 2008 budget. (10 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Provide input regarding the 2nd supplemental of 2008, Ordinance No. 19, Series of 2008, in preparation for approving the first reading during the evening session. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: To be provided in a separate memo. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Town Council approves Ordinance No. 19, Series of 2008, upon first reading this evening. 6. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (10 min.) ➢ Liquor License for March 10, 2009, Community Meeting. ➢ Seasonal Worker Availability. ➢ I-70 Traffic Noise Update. 7. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (30 min.) 8. ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session, pursuant to: 1) C.R.S. §24-6- 402(4)(a)(b)(e) - to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property interests; to receive legal advice on specific legal questions; and to determine positions, develop a strategy and instruct negotiators, Re: acquisition of property; 2).C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b) - to receive legal advice on specific legal questions Re: update on pending litigation. (20 min.) 9. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (3:50 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 1:05 P.M., TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2008 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. Lorelei Donaldson ITEM/TOPIC: Art in Public Places (AIPP) Board Interview. (10 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Appoint one applicant to the AIPP to complete the term which ends March 31, 2011. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The Board is made up of inembers who have demonstrated expertise in architecture, art criticism, art education, art history, fine arts, graphic arts, interior design, landscape architecture, town planning/community development or other art/design related backgrounds not specifically mentioned, or who have demonstrated a strong interest in the visual arts and/or civic improvement. Board members shall meet one of the following requirements for at least one year: a. A resident of the Town of Vail and/or b. Owner of property within the Town of Vail Duties and functions of the Art in Public Places Board include: a. Implementation of the AIPP policies and selection procedures. This specifically includes deciding the appropriate selection process for public art projects, appointing selection panels for specific projects, and approving the final selection of artist or artists for a project. b. Acquiring public art by purchase, donation or other means for Vail's permanent Art in Public Places collection. c. Overseeing the maintenance and preservation of art works displayed in public areas. d. Assisting the Art in Public Places coordinator in obtaining grants and donations to fund public art projects. e. Promoting public art through a public education program that will further community appreciation and understanding of the visual arts. f. Publicizing Art in Public Places projects and recognizing the artist(s) involved with the project. g. Evaluating the Art in Public Places program and commitment of board members annually and setting program goals on a five year basis. There is currently one vacancy for the Art in Public Places (AIPP) board. The Town received one (1) application. It is requested that the Town Council interview each applicant at the work session and then appoint one applicant to the AIPP at the evening meeting. The applicant is as follows: Steven DeWitt, Jr. RECOMMENDATION: Appoint one member to the AIPP for the balance of a term ending March 31, 2011. 2. ITEM/TOPIC: DRB/PEC Update. (10 min.) 3. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: Request for review of an encroachment agreement for constructed improvements on Town owned property associated with the Manor Vail Lodge redevelopment. As a result of performing a survey to create a condominium plat for Manor Vail Lodge new dwelling units, it was discovered that several decks/walkways on the rear of Building C encroach on to Town property. (15 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request for an encroachment agreement between the Town and Manor Vail for improvements on Town property. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On June 21, 2005, the Town Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2005, an ordinance repealing and reenacting Ordinance No. 24, Series of 2004, establishing Special Development District No. 38, Manor Vail Lodge, and setting forth details in regard thereto. The purpose of Ordinance No. 24, Series of 2004, was to adopt the development plan for the redevelopment of the Manor Vail Lodge which included new dwelling units, a subterranean parking structure, new facades, and public improvements which were to serve as public benefits for the deviations from the High Density Multiple Family zone district. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Community Development Department recommends that the Vail Town Council instructs staff to create and record an encroachment agreement for constructed improvements on Town property associated with the Manor Vail Lodge redevelopment in a form satisfactory to the Town Attorney. 4. Nina Timm ITEM/TOPIC: Proposed Employee Housing Unit Exchange Program. (20 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Provide staff with direction regarding the methodology (i.e., ordinance, etc.) to be used to adopt the employee housing unit exchange program. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The Town of Vail Employee Housing Strategic Plan identifies the establishment of an employee housing exchange program as a priority action step. Previously, the Town Council and the Housing Authority have identified policy direction for the implementation of the exchange program. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Direct staff, in conjunction with the Housing Authority, to draft an ordinance for future Council review. 5. Kathleen Halloran ITEM/TOPIC: First draft of the Town Manager's 2009 budget. (60 Stan Zemler min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Discuss the first draft of the Town Manager's 2009 Budget. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The first look at the 2009 Budget. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Provide feedback to staff on budgetary items. 6. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (10 min.) ➢ Chili Cook-off Cancellation Update. ➢ Employee Appreciation Lunch. 7. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters From Mayor & Council (20 min.). 8. Matt Mire ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session, pursuant to: 1) C.R.S. §24-6- 402(4)(a)(b)(e) - to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property interests; to receive legal advice on specific legal questions; and to determine positions, develop a strategy and instruct negotiators, Re: Town-owned property. (30 min.) 9. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (4:00 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 12:10 P.M., TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2008 NOTE: Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine at what time Council will consider an item. Council will be served lunch. 1. Nicole Peterson ITEM/TOPIC: Site Visit. First reading of Ordinance No. 22, Series of 2008, repealing and re-enacting Ordinance No. 6, Series of 2005, Vail Village Inn, amending and re-establishing the approved development plan for Phase III of Special Development District No. 6, pursuant to Article 12-9A-10, Amendment Procedures, Vail Town Code, to allow for the conversion of an existing office and retail space to residential for an addition to an existing dwelling unit, located at 68 Meadow Drive/Lot O, Block 5D, Vail Village Filing 1, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with modifications, or deny Ordinance No. 22, Series of 2008, on first reading. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On October 13, 2008, the Planning and Environmental Commission voted 2-1-1 (Kurz opposed, Pierce recused) to forward a recommendation of approval to the Town Council for the proposed amendments for SDD No. 6, Vail Village Inn, Phase III. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Town Council denies Ordinance No. 22, Series of 2008, on first reading. 2. George Ruther ITEM/TOPIC: Site Visit. First reading of Ordinance No. 23, Series of 2008, an ordinance amending Chapter 12-22, View Corridors, Vail Town Code, pursuant to Section 12-22-4, Adoption of View Corridors and Section 12-22-5, Amendments, Vail Town Code, to adopt two new view corridors and amend one existing view corridor in LionsHead, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with modifications, or deny Ordinance No. 23, Series of 2008, on first reading. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On October 13, 2008, the Planning and Environmental Commission voted 3-0-1 (Pierce abstained) to forward a recommendation of approval to adopt two new view corridors and amend one existing view corridor in LionsHead, pursuant to the recommendations outlined in Chapter 4, Recommendations-Overall Study Area, Public View Corridors, LionsHead Redevelopment Master Plan, and setting forth details in regard thereto. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Town Council approves Ordinance No. 23, Series of 2008, on first reading. 3. Warren Cambell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (15 min.) 4.Rachel Friede ITEM/TOPIC: The purpose of this work session is to discuss the Town's policies and adopted land use regulations that both directly and indirectly affect development on sites with steep slopes. (20 min.) BACKGROUND RATIONALE: In recent years, the Town has seen unprecedented growth within its boundaries. Due to the topography of the Town, many lots are located on slopes of 30% or greater, some even exceeding 40% slope. More specifically, the remaining approximately 100 vacant privately owned lots within the Town are mostly located on slopes of 30% or greater. This has resulted in an increase in development applications for structures on lots with slopes of 30% or greater. While the Town has regulations to provide structure to developing on steep lots, the question remains as to whether these regulations and their effects are in line with Town policies. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Staff requests that the Vail Town Council listen to the presentation, ask any pertinent questions, and provide feedback to Staff. Because this is a work session, Staff does not request that any action be taken at this time. 5. Kent Logan ITEM/TOPIC: Local Economy Discussion. (45 min.) Johannes Faessler Harry Frampton 6. Greg Hall ITEM/TOPIC: Review a concept sketch plan on the North Day Lot which includes the shuttle drop off, in addition to Vail Resorts Development Company (VRDC) employee housing and skier drop off. Provide staff direction on additional information needed to make a decision to move forward at the November 4 evening meeting. (20 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Listen to the presentation. Provide direction to staff on whether we should continue to pursue refinement of the option. If there is interest to move forward we will present the plan and detailed next steps at the November 4 Town Council meeting. If Council decides at this meeting to continue to pursue a joint development we would work on preparing a concept development plan and eventually a PEC development submittal to move the development forward. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On September 16, 2008, Council directed staff to investigate the possibility of placing shuttle vehicles on the North Day Lot in conjunction with VRDC Arrabelle project requirement to place employee housing and skier drop off on the North Day Lot. The LionsHead Master Plan allows all of these uses to be placed on the site. Staff has worked with the VRDC and their design team in developing a concept sketch plan which incorporates shuttles to be placed on the site. This site plan has not been shared with the neighbors at this point, but if the council is interested in the project, staff will work with the adjacent properties in design refinement to complete the concept development plan. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Decide if the town should pursue further steps if they would like to jointly develop the North Day Lot with VRDC to include shuttle vehicle drop off. Provide direction on additional information needed to make a decision at the November 4 evening meeting to move a joint project forward. If the council decides to continue to move forward. The next steps would be: • Allocate funding from the Vail Reinvestment Authority to fund the additional design work. • Refine the design to a concept development plan level. • Work with the adjacent properties. • Refine the costs of the concept development plan. • Prepare agreement terms with VRDC on how and the town's cost to jointly develop the project. 7. Kathleen Halloran ITEM/TOPIC: Follow-up discussion of the Town Manager's 2009 Budget. (45 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Provide feedback to staff on budgetary items. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: During the October 7 discussion of the 2009 budget, Council asked staff to come back with cost saving options totaling $900,000. Please see accompanying memo for staff's response to this request. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Provide feedback in preparation for first reading of the 2009 Budget scheduled for November 4tn 8. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (10 min.) 9. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (15 min.) 10. ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session, pursuant to 1) C.R.S. §24-6- 402(4)(b)(e) - to receive legal advice on specific legal questions and to determine positions, develop a strategy and instruct negotiators Re: Pending and/or threatened litigation. (30 min.) 11. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (4:10 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 12:15 P.M., TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2008 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. ITEM/TOPIC: Lunch / Sam Mamet (Colorado Municipal League, Executive Director). (30 min.) 2. ITEM/TOPIC: Building & Fire Code Appeals Board (B&FCAB) vacancy interviews. (15 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: 1) Appoint three applicants to the B&FCAB (one regular member and 2 alternates) for a term from November 8, 2008 through March 31, 2012. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: There are currently three vacancies on the B&FCAB. It is requested that the Town Council interview each applicant at the work session and then appoint one regular member to the B&FCAB and two alternates to the B&FCAB at the evening meeting. The applicants are as follows: Lynn Fritzlen Rollie Kjesbo Kyle Webb I have attached possible questions to ask the applicants at the work session. RECOMMENDATION: Appoint a total of three members to the B&FCAB for terms running from November 8, 2008 through March 31, 2012 3. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (15 min.) 4. Stan Zemler ITEM/TOPIC: Winter Marketing Strategy funding request. (20 Kelli McDonald min.) Judy Camp ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Review the funding request for implementation of the winter marketing strategy. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: Council approved the winter marketing strategy presented at the October 28 work session. Staff is requesting approval of funding for the execution of the marketing efforts. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve funding request to implement the winter marketing efforts. 5. Kelli McDonald ITEM/TOPIC: Commission on Special Events funding for 2009. Sybill Navas (15 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: CSE will present a proposal to Town Council outlining the recommended philosophy relative to funding events in 2009. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: Funding allocations will be made at the November CSE meeting and the group would like feedback on the proposed philosophy and a clear direction from Council. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Provide feedback and direction to the CSE for 2009 funding. 6. Leslie Fordham ITEM/TOPIC: Art in Public Places Quarterly Update. (20 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Comment on program and direction BACKGROUND RATIONALE: Art in Public Places (AIPP) is working on a variety of projects including an ice sculpture event, a permanent commission, sculpture workshops and an art exhibition. AIPP will provide a detailed update on the following projects. ➢ The Artful Nature of the Word: A Celebration of the Library's 25th Anniversary ➢ Meadow Drive Entry Feature ➢ Art Shack renovation ➢ Jesus Moroles Granite Amphitheater relocation ➢ Triumph Winterfest ➢ Heavy Metal Weekend ➢ Tikkam Olam Exhibition ➢ Private Development Projects 7. Kathleen Halloran ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of the First reading of the 2009 Budget Ordinance No. 25, Series 2008. (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Discuss the first reading of the 2009 Budget Ordinance No. 25, Series 2008, in preparation for approval during the evening session. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: To be provided in separate memo STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Town Council approves Ordinance No. 25, Series of 2008, upon first reading this evening. 8. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (15 min.) ➢ CDOT Update. ➢ Vail Valley Athlete Commission. Allocations were made for the '08-09 winter season. 22 applications were received and the following received funding allocations: Julia Littman Alpine (Downhill) Skiing $3,500 Sara Schleper Alpine Skiing SL/GS $3,500 Tyson Bolduc Big Mountain/Extreme Skiing $500 Kevin Hochtl Cross Country Skiing $3,000 Hunter Schleper Alpine Skiing $3,000 Lisa Isom Winter Triathlon World Champ. $500 Taylor Seaton Freestyle Skiing - Halfpipe $500 9. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (15 min.) 10. Stan Zemler ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session, pursuant to: 1) C.R.S. §24-6- 402(4)(b)(e) - to receive legal advice on specific legal questions; and to determine positions, develop a strategy and instruct negotiators, Re: Litigation and Town property. (30 min.) 11. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (3:40 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 12:00 NOON, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2008 NOTE: Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine at what time Council will consider an item. No public comment will be taken. Council will be served lunch. 1. ITEM/TOPIC: Review Town of Vail Strategic Work Plan. (20 min.) 2. ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (10 min.) 3. Nina Timm ITEM/TOPIC: Proposed Employee Housing Unit Exchange Program. (20 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Provide staff and the Vail Local Housing Authority with direction regarding the proposed employee housing exchange program. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The Town of Vail Employee Housing Strategic Plan identifies the establishment of an employee housing exchange program as a priority action step. Previously, the Town Council requested the Vail Local Housing Authority provide Town Council with a recommended exchange formula. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: None at this time. 4. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: Presentation to the Vail Town Council on the LionsHead Redevelopment Master Plan recommendations and the criteria for review of the redevelopment for the area known as Ever Vail. (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: There is no action requested of Council at this time BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The redevelopment of the area known as Ever Vail is an intricate project with many applications and steps within the development review process. Staff and Vail Resorts Development Company have scheduled a presentation with the Vail Town Council in an effort to communicate the contents of the LionsHead Redevelopment Master Plan and criteria to be used to evaluate the Ever Vail redevelopment. A presentation to the Vail Town Council will include excerpts from the LionsHead Redevelopment Master Plan and the criteria by which the Town Council, Planning and Environmental Commission, and Design Review Board will utilize in evaluating the redevelopment. 5. Bill Gibson ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of the second reading of Ordinance No. 21, Series of 2008, for prescribed regulations amendments to Section 14-10-7, Outdoor Lighting, Vail Town Code, to allow for amendments to the outdoor lighting standards, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (15 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve Ordinance No. 21, Series of 2008, on second reading. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On October 7, 2008, the Town Council voted to approve, with conditions, Ordinance No. 21, Series of 2008, on first reading. Since the October 7th hearing, Staff has been revising the proposed ordinance language to address the Council's conditions of approval and comments received from the public. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Town Council approves Ordinance No. 21, Series of 2008, on second reading. 6. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (15 min.) 7. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (15 min.) 8. ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session, pursuant to: 1) C.R.S. §24-6- 402(4)(a)(b)(e) - to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property interests; to receive legal advice on specific legal questions; and to determine positions, develop a strategy and instruct negotiators, Re: Town owned property; 2) C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b) - to receive legal advice on specific legal questions, Re: Newsrack regulations. (2 hrs.) 9. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (4:05 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 1:40 P.M., TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2008 NOTE: Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine at what time Council will consider an item. No public comment will be taken. 1. ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (15 min.) 2. George Ruther ITEM/TOPIC: A work session to discuss a prescribed regulation amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to Section 12-61-8, Parking and Loading, and Chapter 12- 10, Off Street Parking and Loading, Vail Town Code, to amend parking requirements for employee housing units and to clarify the parking requirements in the Housing (H) zone district, and setting forth the details in regard thereto. (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Provide staff with policy direction on the town's expectations related to the transportation needs and parking requirements in the Housing (H) zone district. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: Based on numerous discussions on the transportation needs and parking requirements for the Housing zone district, it is often identified that the flexibility provided in the parking requirements also creates a certain amount of unintended confusions and ambiguity. There Community Development Department is requesting that the Town Council clarifies the Town's expectations related to parking and transportation in the Housing zone district. Currently, the stated policy for parking in the Housing (H) zone district is, "there is a transportation need generated by residents living within the Housing zone district that shall be addressed." STAFF RECOMMENDATION: None at this time. 3. Kathleen Halloran ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of Ordinance No. 29, Series of 2008, an ordinance making supplemental appropriations to the Town of Vail 2008 budget. (20 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Provide input regarding the 3rd supplemental of 2008, Ordinance No. 29, Series of 2008, in preparation for approving the first reading during the evening session. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: To be provided in a separate memo. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Town Council approves Ordinance No. 29, Series of 2008, upon first reading this evening. 4. Matt Mire ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of Ordinance No. 30, Series of 2008, an Ordinance Amending Title 1, Chapter 3, Section 2 of the Vail Town Code by the Addition of the Definition of the Word "Publication"; and Setting Forth Details in Regard Thereto. (10 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with modifications, or deny Ordinance No. 30, Series of 2008, upon first reading. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The 2009 budget was passed second reading on November 18, 2008. The 2009 budget eliminates funding for publication in the local papers. Section 4.10 of the Town Charter requires publication of ordinances upon their introduction and adoption. The Charter does not define what is required by "publication". In 2007, the Town spent $19,693 for publication of its ordinances in the Vail Daily, requiring the Town Clerk to increase the office advertising budget during the third supplemental appropriation by an additional $12,000. The Town Clerk has currently spent $19,492 of her 2008 budget on publications of ordinances. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve, approve with modifications, or deny Ordinance No. 30, Series of 2008, upon first reading. 5. George Ruther ITEM/TOPIC: A work session to discuss Resolution No. 25, Series of 2008, a resolution amending the fees assessed for certain Planning & Environmental Commission, Design Review Board, and Administrative development review applications, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: The Community Development is requesting that the Town Council provides any input or feedback they may have on the proposed adjustments to the review fees. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The "2008 Community Development Department Work Plan" identifies the task of evaluating and adjusting, if necessary, the existing fees for certain development review applications to more accurately reflect the cost of the service provided. In evaluating the application fees, staff has focused only on those application types where it is believed that the cost of the service provided significantly outweighs the existing fee charged for the service. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Vail Town Council provides feedback in anticipation of a reading of Resolution No. 25, Series of 2008 on December 16, 2008 6. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (15 min.) 7. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (15 min.) 8. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (3:55 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS. VAIL TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 75 S. Frontage Road W. Vail, CO 81657 12:45 P.M., TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2008 NOTE: Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine at what time Council will consider an item. No public comment will be taken. 1. Pam Brandmeyer ITEM/TOPIC: Appointments to the Commission on Special Events (CSE) and Vail Local Marketing District Advisory Committee boards. (1 hr 45 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: 1) Please interview the Commission on Special Events (CSE) applicants at the work session and appoint three applicants to the CSE (terms expire December 31, 2010) at the evening meeting; and 2) Please interview the Vail Local Marketing Board Advisory Council (VLMDAC) applicants at the work session and appoint four applicants to the VLMDAC (terms expire December 31, 2010) at the evening meeting. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: CSE: Members of the CSE shall serve at the will of the Town Council. The CSE shall support the Town Council's goals and objectives and makes decisions in alignment with the Town Council's marketing direction. The mission of the CSE is to support street entertainment and special events for vitality, year-round fun, sense of community and increased quality of experience for guests and residents. The Functions and/or duties of CSE shall include, but are not limited to: hiring and overseeing a director and/or staff, as well as event producers and/or promoters; creating, funding and seeking special events for the Town of Vail; evaluating event applications and event success; submitting an annual budget for operations and events; coordinating the community calendar for special events; seeking out additional funding for special events through sponsorships and donations; evaluating and executing contracts for special events; and all other functions as directed by the Town Council. There are currently three vacancies on the CSE. The Town received ( 14 ) applications for the vacancies. Three applicants are incumbent members of the CSE (noted by asterisks below). The Council shall interview each applicant at the work session and then appoint three applicants to the CSE at the evening meeting. The applicants are as follows: Brooks Bock, M. D. Dave Chapin* Kyle Denton Danielle Gibson Ron Girotti Ben Hohman Meggen Kirkham* Dan McNutt Keith Ozda Michelle Rampelt Heather Trub* Mia Vlaar Julie Weihaupt James Wilkins I have enclosed an attendance summary for the CSE for your review. VLMDAC: The mission of the VLMDAC is to strengthen the area economy by attracting visitors to Vail in the May to October time frame. Per C.R.S. 29-5-111 General powers of district. (1)(g) All applicants must be "owners of property within the boundaries of the district," which includes by definition corporations or entities which own property "within the boundaries of the district." Should an entity be appointed to this advisory council, it would then be up to that entity to appoint its designee. Additionally, owners of "taxable personal property" will be considered for appointment. The Town received ( 6) applications for the vacancies. Four applicants are incumbent members of the VLMDAC (noted by asterisks below). The Council needs to interview each applicant at the work session and then appoint four applicants to the Vail Local Marketing District Advisory Council at the evening meeting. The applicants are as follows: Sarah Franke Ben Hohman Bob Llewellyn* Beth Slifer* Pam Stenmark* Adam Sutner *(Vail Resorts representative reappointment) I have also enclosed an attendance summary for the VLMDAC for your review. RECOMMENDATION: Appoint three persons to the CSE and four persons to the VLMDAC. 2. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update. (15 min.) 3. George Ruther ITEM/TOPIC: An overview of the Economic & Planning System Andy Knudtsen study that was completed to validate the financial/cost assumptions for the construction of the employee housing component of the Chamonix Master Plan. (30 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: No formal action is requested at this time. Please listen to the presentation and ask questions. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On July 17, 2008, the Chamonix Site Master Plan Advisory Committee held a meeting to review "final" revisions to three (3) site plan options and to forward a recommendation for a preferred option that best meets the planning goals and design parameters approved by the Town Council. As well, the Committee reviewed information regarding preliminary cost estimates and preliminary grading and engineering plans for each site plan option. Also, the Committee voted to forward a recommendation to the Town Council to pursue Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification and to investigate the use of "Off-site Factory Built" (modular) construction for the project. On August 5, 2008, the Vail Town Council voted (6-1) to move forward with the master plan option labeled "Neighborhood Block." This option provides 58 two and three-bedroom dwelling units in town home and condominium configurations. In rejecting the higher density proposal Town Council expressed concerns about the additional expenses related to constructing and maintaining a large parking garage. The third option was rejected because it did not provide enough density. With the decision to move forward with the "Neighborhood Block" option there was concern expressed by multiple Council members regarding the costs of the proposed housing units and ensuring they would be affordable to those seeking an opportunity to live there. Neighborhood representative and former Vail Mayor Bob Armour also encouraged obtaining more accurate pricing estimates. Based on the concern of the Advisory Committee and Town Council members, staff was directed to validate the financial/cost assumptions prior to final adoption of the Chamonix Master Plan. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Town Council provide Staff with direction and feedback regarding the preferred site plan option for the Chamonix Site in relation to the financial/cost information that has been provided. This information will be incorporated into a memorandum by Staff, to be presented to the Planning and Environmental Commission at their December 22, 2008, public hearing for their review and action on a final Chamonix Site Master Plan. 4. Bill Gibson ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of the First reading of Ordinance No. 31, Nina Timm Series of 2008, for prescribed regulations amendments to Section 12-13, Employee Housing, Vail Town Code, to establish a deed- restriction exchange program, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (15 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve Ordinance No. 31, Series of 2008, on first reading. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On June 3, 2008, the Vail Town Council directed the Community Development Department to prepare amendments to the Vail Town Code to establish an Employee Housing Unit (EHU) deed restriction exchange program. On October 28 2008, the Vail Local Housing Authority of the Town of Vail held a public hearing and reviewed and forwarded a recommendation of approval to the Vail Town Council for the proposed text amendments to the Zoning Regulations. On December 8, 2008, the Planning and Environmental Commission voted 5-0-0 to forward a recommendation of approval, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, for prescribed regulations amendments to Section 12-13, Employee Housing, Vail Town Code, to provide additional regulations establishing a deed-restriction exchange program, and setting forth details in regard thereto. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Town Council approves Ordinance No. 31, Series of 2008, as recommended by the Vail Local Housing Authority and the Planning and Environmental Commission, on first reading. 5. Bill Gibson ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of the First reading of Ordinance No. 33, Series of 2008, for prescribed regulations amendments to Section 11-10-7, Open House Signs, Vail Town Code, to allow for amendments to the open house sign regulations, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (15 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve Ordinance No. 33, Series of 2008, on first reading. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: At its November 4, 2008, public hearing, the Town Council directed Staff to prepare text amendments to update the Town's open house sign regulations. On December 8, 2008, the Planning and Environmental Commission voted 4-0-1 (Kurz recused) to forward a recommendation of approval, with modifications, for prescribed regulation amendments, pursuant to Section 11-3-3, Prescribed Regulation Amendment, Vail Town Code, to amend Section 11-7- 10, Open House Signs, Vail Town Code, to allow for changes to the open house signs regulations, and setting forth details in regard thereto. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Town Council approves Ordinance No. 33, Series of 2008, as recommended by the Planning and Environmental Commission, on first reading. 6. Kelli McDonald ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of the Vail Economic Development Nicole Peterson Strategic Plan. (15 min.) ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: The Vail Economic Advisory Council and Town of Vail, represented by Kelli McDonald, Economic Development Manager are requesting final review of Resolution No. 27, Series of 2008, for the adoption of the Vail Economic Development Strategic Plan. Please see attached Resolution No. 27, Series of 2008. BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The vision and goals of the Vail Economic Development Strategic Plan were gathered from the Vail 20/20 comprehensive plan document and adopted by Town Council November 6, 2007. In order to facilitate the implementation of the adopted vision and goals, the Town Council requested a Vail Economic Development Strategic Plan. Vail Town Council approved the vision, mission and goals of the strategic plan on July 15, 2008. The creation of the plan has been spearheaded by the Economic Development Department and the Vail Economic Advisory Council, with the assistance of the major contributors listed in the plan. The process to complete the Economic Development Strategic Plan involved the following: - An inventory of Vail economic, financial, marketing, and closely related studies, reports and plans. - A SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) Analysis conducted by the Vail Economic Advisory Council. - Research and gathering of similar community economic development studies, plans and tools. (Special thank you to the communities of Breckenridge, Park City and Steamboat Springs) - A thorough analysis of the inventory to determine the long- term implications of such data. - A creative interpolation of the vision and goals adopted by the community and Council, combined with the inventory, research and analysis, to create a realistic and achievable Economic Development Strategic Plan for the Town of Vail. - Vision, mission and goals approved by Vail Town Council July 15, 2008 - Adopted by Vail Economic Advisory Council November 11, 2008 - Presented to Commission on Special Events November 18, 2008 - Presented to Vail Local Marketing District Advisory Council November 20, 2008 - Presented to Planning and Environmental Commission November 24, 2008 - Presented to Town of Vail Directors Staff December 4, 2008 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Economic Development Department recommends that the Vail Town Council approves Resolution No. 27, Series of 2008, for the adoption of the Vail Economic Development Strategic Plan. 7. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update. (15 min.) • Newspaper Box Update. 8. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor & Council. (15 min.) 9. ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment. (4:15 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 BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, JANUARY 6, 2009 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS.