HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-08-05 Agenda and Support Documentation Town Council Evening SessionVAIL TOWN COUNCIL
EVENING SESSION AGENDA
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
75 S. Frontage Road W.
Vail, CO 81657
6:00 P.M., AUGUST 5, 2014
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NOTE: Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot
be relied upon to determine at what time Council will consider
an item.
ITEM /TOPIC: Citizen Participation (10 min.)
2. ITEM /TOPIC: Consent Agenda:
1) Council minutes from July 1, 2014 meeting
2) Council minutes from July 15, 2014 meeting
3) VLMD minutes from July 15, 2014 meeting
4) Award Contract for Variable Message Board (5 min.)
3. ITEM /TOPIC: Any Action as a Result of Executive Session (5 min. )
BACKGROUND: This agenda item has been added to the regular meeting
agenda in order to allow for any official action required as a result of the
executive session.
4. ITEM /TOPIC: Town Manager's Report
1) Update on Vail Valley Medical Center's parking related to municipal
property and next steps, (5 min. )
5. ITEM /TOPIC: The Rocky Mountain Recreation and Wilderness
Preservation Act seeks to preserve areas with exceptional scenic and
recreation values located in the White River National Forest in Summit and
Eagle Counties. The newly revised proposal includes the No Name,
Spraddle Creek, and Freeman Creek portions in Eagle County. (20 min.)
PRESENTER(S): Courtney Krause, Nissa Erickson, Congressman Jared
Polis' Office
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Congressman Polis greatly
appreciated the resolution of support from Vail Council in 2010, and would
appreciate the Vail Council's renewed support for the updated version of the
bill.
BACKGROUND: Congressman Polis previously introduced the Eagle and
Summit County Wilderness Act in 2010 (H.R. 6280) and again in 2011 (H.R.
1701). From 2012 -2014, Congressman Polis conducted an extensive public
process and continued to work with local stakeholders. The two -year process
led to a recreation- and conservation- oriented bill, which is reflected in the
new name for the proposal — the Rocky Mountain Recreation and Wilderness
Preservation Act. Please review the documents and maps as there have
been significant modifications to this bill from previous 2010 and 2011
versions of the bill.
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6. ITEM /TOPIC: Booth Creek Park Update:
The purpose of this discussion is to present the recommended list of park
amenities to be included in the design of Booth Creek Park for the Town
Council to review and accept or modify and approve. 2. (30 min.)
PRESENTER(S): Todd Oppenheimer, Public Works
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Staff requests the Council to
review the suggested Design Program and approve and as written or as
modified, and direct staff to prepare a Preliminary Design Concept for review
by the community and Council.
BACKGROUND: Please see the attached memorandum.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Council approve the
suggested Design Program, as written or as modified, and direct staff to
prepare a Preliminary Design Concept for review by the community and
Council.
7. ITEM /TOPIC: A request to extend the termination date of the Timber Ridge
Pre - Development Agreement. (15 min.)
PRESENTER(S): George Ruther, Director of Community Development
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: The Vail Town Council is being
asked to extend the termination date of the Timber Ridge Pre - Development
Agreement. The request is to extend the termination date of the Agreement
from August 15, 2014 to September 16, 2014. All other terms of the Pre -
Development Agreement will remain unchanged. Is the Vail Town Manager
authorized to sign a letter agreement extending the termination date of the
Timber Ridge Pre - Development Agreement to September 16, 2014?
BACKGROUND: The Pre - Development Agreement established terms for
the redevelopment of the Timber Ridge site. Among, other standard
provisions, the Agreement established a "Term and Termination"
provision. According to Section 6, of the Agreement,
"This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and terminate on
August 15, 2014 (unless such date is extended by mutual agreement of the
Parties); provided that the Developer may terminate this Agreement earlier
than such date upon thirty (30) days written notice to the Town."
Based upon the Term and Termination provision, it was contemplated and
understood by the Parties that an extension to the Agreement may be
mutually beneficial.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Town staff recommends the Vail Town
Council authorizes the Town Manager to sign a letter agreement that
extends the termination of the Pre - Development Agreement from August 15,
2014 to September 16, 2014. Said letter agreement must be approved as to
form by the Town Attorney.
8.
ITEM /TOPIC: Resolution No. 18, Series of 2014, A Resolution Approving a
Development Agreement for the Timber Ridge Property. (15 min.)
PRESENTER(S): George Ruther, Director of Community Development
ACTION REQUESTED Of /00UNCIL: Approve, approve with modification,
or deny Resolution No. 18, Series of 2014.
BACKGROUND: The Town of Vail ( "Town ") and Gorman & Company, Inc.
( "Developer ") are in the final stages of implementing a redevelopment plan
for the easternmost 5.24 acres of property at the Timber Ridge Village
Apartments. To date, the Town and Developer have agreed upon both a
Ground Lease and Deed Restriction intended to facilitate the redevelopment
project. The approval of the Timber Ridge Development Agreement is one
of only a few remaining issues to address by the Town and Developer.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Town staff recommends the Vail Town
Council approves the Development Agreement as presented. Staff finds the
proposed Agreement addresses all of the necessary issues required to
facilitate the redevelopment project as approved and agreed upon by the two
parties.
9. ITEM /TOPIC: Resolution No. 21, Series of 2014 A Resolution Approving
the Ground Lease and Deed Restriction for the Timber Ridge Property (15
min. )
PRESENTER(S): George Ruther, Director of Community Development
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with amendments
or deny Resolution No. 21, Series of 2014
BACKGROUND: The Town of Vail is interested in redeveloping the eastern
5.24 acres of the Timber Ridge property in Vail. The proposed ground lease
and deed restriction documents are necessary to successfully carry out the
redevelopment project. With the ground lease and deed restrictions in place,
the project will remain on schedule for the completion of the project by the
Fall of 2015.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Town staff recommends the Vail Town
Council approves the ground lease and deed restriction as presented.
10. ITEM /TOPIC: Second reading of Ordinance No. 13, Series 2014, An
Ordinance Making Adjustments to the Town of Vail General Fund, Capital
Projects Fund, Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund and Dispatch Services Fund
(10 min.)
PRESENTER(S): Kathleen Halloran, Assistant Director Finance
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve or approve with
amendments Ordinance No. 13, Series 2014
BACKGROUND: Please see attached memo
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve or approve with amendments
Ordinance No. 13, Series 2014
11. ITEM /TOPIC: First reading of Ordinance No. 14 Series of 2014,
An Ordinance Amending Sections 5 -4 -9 and 5 -4 -10 of the Vail Town Code
Relating to the Possession, Consumption and Use of Nicotine Products by
Minors and the Sale of such Products to Minors (15 min. )
PRESENTER(S): Matt Mire, Town Attorney
ACTION REQUESTED (* /C*UNCIL: Approve, approve with modifications,
or deny Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2014, upon second reading.
BACKGROUND: The Colorado General Assembly recently passed Senate
Bill 2014 -18, which prohibits furnishing and /or selling nicotine products to
minors, including electronic devices that deliver nicotine. Sections 5 -4 -9 and
5 -4 -10 of the Vail Town Code govern restrictions on tobacco products and
minors, but do not include nicotine products such as electronic cigarettes.
12. ITEM /TOPIC: Adjournment (8:25 p.m.)
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
MEETING DATE: August 5, 2014
ITEM /TOPIC: Citizen Participation
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MEETING DATE: August 5, 2014
ITEM /TOPIC: Consent Agenda:
1) Council minutes from July 1, 2014 meeting
2) Council minutes from July 15, 2014 meeting
3) VLMD minutes from July 15, 2014 meeting
4) Award Contract for Variable Message Board
ATTACHMENTS:
Minutes from July 1, 2014 meeting
Minutes from July 15, 2014 meeting
VLMD Minutes from July 15, 2014 meeting
Council Memorandum VMS Contract
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Vail Town Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
6:00 P.M.
Vail Town Council Chambers
The regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was called to order at approximately 6:00 P.M. by
Mayor Andy Daly.
Members present: Andy Daly, Mayor
Ludwig Kurz, Mayor Pro Tern
Jenn Bruno
Dale Bugby
Dave Chapin
Greg Moffet
Margaret Rogers
Staff members: Stan Zemler, Town Manager
Matt Mire, Town Attorney
Pam Brandmeyer, Assistant Town Manager
Patty McKenny, Town Clerk
The first item on the agenda was Citizen Participation with the following input:
Paul Rondeau, resident, requested the council consider reinstating a brochure that was
created a few years ago which provided information about public input and meeting
protocols. He also suggested the brochure /flyer address what "follow up" occurs with public
input, questions or concerns. There was full support to move forward with this request; staff
was asked to follow up. He also spoke about creating a card /brochure to distribute to
businesses, visitors and community that would address the current state of affairs related to
marijuana.
The second item was the Consent Agenda as follows:
1) Council Meeting Minutes from June 3, 2014
Bugby moved to approve the minutes; Kurz seconded the motion and it passed unanimously
(7 -0).
2) Council Meeting Minutes from June 17, 2014
Bugby moved to approve the minutes; Rogers seconded the motion. Mayor Daly requested that
more detail be provided with regard to public testimony presented during the marijuana
discussion from that evening. The motion passed unanimously with an amendment to the June
17 minutes that would include the detail of the public input (7 -0).
3) Award for Town of Vail Wayfinding and Signage Contract
Moffet moved to approve awarding the contract for wayfinding and signage to Ad Light & Sign,
the lowest bidder, in an amount not to exceed the $260,481 and to approve the purchase of
VMS signs in the amount of $97,100 . Rogers seconded the motion and it passed unanimously
(7 -0).
The third item on the agenda was the Town Manager's Report which included an update about
the July 4t" America Day's parade and town council's participation in the festivities.
The fourth item on the agenda was an interview with James Wilkens, the only applicant for the
Vail Local Housing Authority vacancy. James Wilkens addressed the council with his interest to
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serve on the housing authority. Council member's thanked him for First Bank's long term
participation with the town's local housing authority board. Chapin nominated James Wilkens to
serve on the Vail Local Housing Authority; Bugby seconded the motion and it was approved
unanimously (7 -0).
There were two additional items raised, 1) the employee luncheon scheduled to thank
departments for their high scores on the community survey, 2) the Summit County housing tour
scheduled for Tuesday, July 8, 2014.
The fifth item on the agenda was an update from the Vail Valley Foundation's Ceil Folz for two
events, 2015 World Alpine Ski Championships and the USA Pro Cycling Challenge.
2015 World Alpine Ski Championships beginning February 2 - 15, 2015:
Some event planning highlights were presented by Ceil Folz as follows:
✓ Description of event venues and holding opening ceremonies at the Solaris Plaza rather
than Golden Peak to accommodate more attendees
✓ Noted evening awards will be held at Solaris Plaza
✓ Displayed the racing bibs noting that there will be more countries and numbers of racers
✓ Information about including cheerleading groups
✓ Updated about the Nation's Team and Legends events to be held in Vail
✓ Information about creating a kind of "college game day" approach to the championships
✓ Noted that merchandise sales are doing great
✓ Working towards a "paper free environment" with marketing, etc., and thanked Vail for their
efforts and support
✓ Previewed the sample 2015 marketing video
✓ Presented update on lodging and teams as well as the hospitality houses which have been
confirmed for many of the countries
✓ Information about the Colorado Children's Choir who will be present to sing the anthems
each night
USA Pro Cycling Challenge on August 23, 2014
Some event planning highlights were presented by Adam Lueck as follows:
✓ Includes the Vail time trial race on Saturday, crowds are expected to be very good (25% to
50% higher than last year)
✓ Community will receive marketing information about race impacts, especially East Vail
residents
✓ Looking for some activation for Friday evening
Some Council input included questions about:
Food vendors: it was noted that this will look like the first year's event including food &
concessions on Meadow Drive and top level of transit center; this change was made because it
seemed to work better in responding to the numbers of attendees.
TV coverage: requested that coverage include much more focus on Vail areas and not 1 -70.
Lodging Packages: were there special lodging packages being marketed; it was noted that VVF
was becoming more active with this marketing.
Tour name to include Colorado: it was noted that the name will likely continue in its current form
which speaks to all of the United States; however there is no intent to move the race out of
Colorado.
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At this time Ludwig Kurz expressed his condolences to the family of Stan Bernstein who
recently passed away. Mayor Daly acknowledged his tenure as Vail's first finance director and
his many years serving Eagle County.
The sixth item on the agenda was first reading of Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2014, An
Ordinance Extending the Temporary Ban on Marijuana Establishments in the Town, Pursuant to
Section 16 of Article XVIII of the Colorado Constitution (Amendment 64). Town Attorney Matt
Mire presented this ordinance noting the Town Council previously adopted a temporary ban until
July 31, 2014, to allow town staff to study the effects of such marijuana establishments. It is
suggested that additional time is still necessary to gather more information and to study the
impacts of marijuana establishments in Town. Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2014 extends the
temporary ban on the location or operation of marijuana establishments in the Town until August
4, 2015. Rogers moved to approve Ordinance No. 12; Bugby seconded the motion. There
were some comments from Moffet who was concerned about voting yes on the ordinance and
who suggested that staff review the "pot delivery" aspect since this is an active environment in
Vail. He also encouraged that the topic be reviewed frequently throughout the next year with
review being done on neighboring resorts, Breckenridge and Aspen. It was noted that zoning is
used to limit this use and certain aspects of this use are difficult to enforce. Chapin noted some
concern about potential lost revenue; Bruno thought the topic would be good to review on their
tour to Aspen; Kurz requested at least two more years of review before making final
determination; Bugby requested another vote be made before the next terms are up; Moffet
preferred a ban on all other marijuana uses. Mayor Daly asked for public input and there was
none given. The motion was approved unanimously (7 -0).
The seventh item on the agenda was the DRB /PEC update as presented by George Ruther,
Director of Community Development. There were two questions as follows:
1) Bugby asked about the fence approved for Vail Mountain School since these kinds of
approvals are not typical in Vail. It was noted the fence was likely for their athletic fields, but
they would follow up with an email.
2) Daly asked about Betty Ford Alpine Gardens Education Center and its approved uses and
proposed uses and how this will tie in with Vail Nature Center. Ruther explained the Nature
Center serves only an educational facility.
The eighth item on the agenda was the information updates and there were no comments
made.
The ninth item on the agenda was the Matters from the Mayor, Council and Committee reports
as follows:
Chapin thanked Mayor Daly for his report and participation at the Vail Chamber & Business
Association meeting and informed them that this group is hoping to become more active with
the business community
Rogers presented an update about her attendance at the town's health & wellness program as
exceptional with an excellent speaker who spoke about staying healthy, the challenges, etc.
She encouraged council members to get involved with this program.
Daly also endorsed that council should become active in this program, noting that some of the
more recent presentations he has heard express that Colorado has been at risk for some health
and obesity issues.
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Bugby spoke about the progress being made on the topic of the vacation rental program noting
that a presentation would be made on July 15tH
Kurz presented an update on Channel 5 Community Television board meeting. He noted that
the operational and financial status have greatly improved with this organization. They are
looking to develop a marketing plan as well.
Moffet noted that he and Bruno attended the EGE Air Alliance meeting with an update about the
Toronto flight and necessary funding it will need in order to guarantee for next season.
Moffet also attended a mountain bike alliance meeting joining Avon and Eagle representatives.
He spoke about funding mountain bike trails to create a mountain biking system that could help
extend Vail's lodging season. Gregg Barrie, staff on this topic, also spoke about some trails that
Vail could build that would speak to the beginners and intermediate bikers, which would also
support the trails inventory.
Bruno highlighted the work of the intern for the marketing district, Benjamin Solomon, who has
created some social media output on behalf of Vail. His work highlights a great deal of what is
happening in Vail.
Daly also noted that the Vail Chamber and Business Association is a revitalized organization
and he wants to help them get going and activated & will work with Allison for feedback and help
in getting the business community feedback. He also spoke about the celebration of the new
18th hole.
The tenth item on the agenda was the executive session and at 7:35 pm Moffet moved to
convene into 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;
Regarding: alignment of Town of Vail bike paths. Rogers seconded the motion and it passed
unanimously (7 -0). Upon convening back to regular session, it was noted that the only topic
discussed was that reflected on the agenda and for the record there were no concerns noted
that the session included any other matters not included in the motion.
The eleventh item on the agenda was adjournment. There being no further business to come
before the council, Moffet moved to adjourn the meeting and Bugby seconded. The motion
passed unanimously, (7 -0) and the meeting adjourned 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Attest:
Andrew P. Daly, Mayor
Patty McKenny, Town Clerk
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Vail Town Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, July 15, 2014
6:00 P.M.
Vail Town Council Chambers
The regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was called to order at approximately 6:00 P.M. by
Mayor Andy Daly.
Members present: Andy Daly, Mayor
Ludwig Kurz, Mayor Pro Tern
Jenn Bruno
Dale Bugby
Dave Chapin
Greg Moffet
Margaret Rogers
Staff members: Stan Zemler, Town Manager
Matt Mire, Town Attorney
Pam Brandmeyer, Assistant Town Manager
Patty McKenny, Town Clerk
The first item on the agenda was Citizen Participation.
1. Dick Clyde resident of Palm Beach and serving on their City Council, spoke about 1) the
informal dress code, 2) the difference in meeting times, evening vs. afternoon, and
3) missing bench at Spruce Way for a westbound bus stop. His daughter who lives in Vail
made note of this missing bench at that location.
2. Marion Curtin, supporter of the West Vail community garden, thanked town council for all
their support.
3. Jonathan Levine, owner of Hummers of Vail, encouraged council to support the operation of
limousines for the 2015 championships and spoke about the growing popularity of the uber
services offered around the country. He asked the town council to support this kind of
transportation service as a viable option in Vail.
4. Kevin Foley, resident and former council member, spoke about VRD's celebration next
Tuesday for the new 18th hole; he invited the public to invited. He also asked them for
support of the Children's Hospital bike ride and thanked them for the triple bypass bike ride
support.
The second item on the agendas was the Consent Agenda as follows:
1) Resolution No. 20, Series of 2014, VLMD Supplemental Budget
Moffet moved to approve the consent agenda, Resolution No. 20; Kurz seconded the motion
and it passed unanimously (7 -0).
The third item on the agenda was action as a result of the executive session. Town Attorney
Matt Mire noted the topics discussed at the earlier executive session and the following motions
were made:
1. Regarding the Timber Ridge redevelopment proposal —
Moffett moved to authorize Town Manager Stan Zemler and staff to continue negotiations with
Gary Gorman and Jen Wright and to bring back proposed modifications to the current lease
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structure for the Council's consideration and eventual public discussion. Kurz seconded and the
motion passed unanimously (6 -1; Bugby nay).
2. Regarding Lot 10 (adjacent to VVMC) —
Moffett moved to authorize Town Manager Stan Zemler to obtain an appraisal of Lot 10. Kurz
seconded and the motion passed unanimously (7 -0).
3. Regarding the possible use of the Town's municipal parking lot and current Community
Development site in Vail Valley Medical Center Master Plan (VVMC) —
Moffett moved to authorize the Town Manager Stan Zemler and staff to continue negotiations
with VVMC and to further analyze opportunities regarding possible use of portions of the Town
municipal site in the VVMC master plan for parking and for other uses. Kurz seconded and the
motion passed unanimously (7 -0).
The fourth item on the agenda was the Town Manager's Report; there was nothing reported at
this time.
The fifth item on the agenda was an appeal, pursuant to Section 12 -3 -3, Appeals, Vail Town
Code, of the final decision of the Town of Vail Planning and Environmental Commission on May
12, 2014, denying a request for a major exterior alteration, pursuant to Section 12 -713-7, Exterior
Alterations and Modifications, Vail Town Code, to allow for the construction of additions to the
northeast corner of Wall Street Building, located at 225 Wall Street/Lots B &C, Block 5C, Vail
Village Filing 1, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC140010) Dave Chapin recused
himself from consideration of this item due to a conflict of interest on the matter related to
leasing space in the building. Presenters for this matter included Bill & Meg Hanlon,
representing MECO, LLP and Mark Sumon, architect for the project as well as Warren
Campbell, Community Development staff. Mayor Daly summarized that the Planning and
Environmental Commission denied the request for a major exterior alteration or modification, to
construct new commercial floor area on the first floor at the northeast corner of the Wall Street
Building, by a vote of 4 -3 -0. It was noted that the action requested of council included
consideration of the information provided by the appellants, and hearing on the merits of the
appeal, and then a decision to either uphold, uphold with modifications, or overturn the Planning
and Environmental Commission's May 12, 2014, decision. The procedural criteria for the
appeals process was identified in the packet memo and creates the structure of how the
information is provided and considered by the town council. The historical decisions and
conditions made in reference to this project and application were also outlined in the packet
materials, which have occurred through 2013 and year to date 2014. The last action was on
June 17, 2014, when the Vail Town Council continued this item to the evening's July 15, 2014,
public hearing. Bill & Meg Hanlon and Mark Sumon spoke on behalf of their application. There
were some general questions and comments made by town council members. Mayor Daly
asked for public input and the following persons spoke about this appeal as follows:
Dan Wolf, attorney representing Wall Street Condominium Association, expressed the
Association's full support of the application in its current design as it is in the best interest of
the owners of the property, both residential & commercial owners. There was concern
expressed that if this redevelopment did not get approval now, improvements would never
get completed. He asked for their support of this particular application.
John Brennan, Vendettas owner, has reviewed the application and pictures of the view
corridors, and does not see any issues with this application. He encouraged council
members to support this project.
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Paul Gotthelf, real estate agent, encouraged the council member's support approval of the
plan as the property so very badly needs to be redeveloped. He doesn't see that saving the
view corridor is all that impactFul to the project, since the view it would save is so small.
Olin & Jay Park, owners of 304 Wall Street, expressed their support of the application noting
they have no other agenda other than the building just needs to be improved upon and this
does that in terms of design and exterior updates.
There was no further input from staff or the public and the appellant, Meg Hanlon, thanked all
who participated in the process. The public hearing on the matter was closed and council
deliberated on the application at this time. The general consensus was that the project
application should be able to proceed as submitted. Moffet moved to overturn the PEC decision
denying a request for a major exterior alteration, pursuant to Section 12 -713-7, Exterior
Alterations and Modifications, Vail Town Code, to allow for the construction of additions to the
northeast corner of Wall Street Building, located at 225 Wall Street/Lots B &C, Block 5C, Vail
Village Filing 1. Rogers seconded the motion and noted that while the council's preference is
typically not to vote against a decision made by one of the Boards, this case and the submitted
application in its current capacity does address a much needed improvement for the Wall Street
building. In addition, she noted the overwhelming public support for the application, including
both the neighbors and business owners, which only secured her decision to support overruling
the PEC decision. Kurz also supported the motion to overturning the decision especially in light
of the fact that the redevelopment would likely not happen otherwise. Community Development
staff requested the motion include the conditions from the May 12th PEC meeting, and both
Moffet and Rogers agreed to include those conditions as an amendment to the first and
seconded motion. The motion passed unanimously (6 -0 -1; Chapen recused due to conflict).
The sixth item on the agenda was discussion about the funding request by EGE Air Alliance
and Eagle County for the Toronto Flight Guarantee for 2014/15 Season. Mike Brown, EGE
Chairman, Greg Philips, Eagle County Regional Airport and Gabe Shalley, Vail Resorts, Inc.,
were present to discuss this topic. It was noted the EGE Air Alliance and the Eagle County
Regional Airport partnered in Winter 2013/14 to bring the first ever international scheduled
service to the airport from Toronto with Air Canada with great success during February and
March. In order to retain the non -stop flights for a condensed schedule in 2014/15, Air Canada
requested a minimum revenue guarantee capped at $115,000. The EGE Air Alliance in
partnership with Eagle County and the Eagle County Regional Airport requested supplemental
funding up to $57,500 from the Town of Vail to provide a minimum revenue guarantee for non-
stop service from Toronto January 31 through March 21, 2015. Flights will occur weekly on
Saturdays during this time period. It was noted their request had also been made to other
parties, including Vail Resorts and City of Aspen. Those who have committed only include
Eagle County and those who are not committing include Beaver Creek Resort Company. It was
also noted they are still evaluating the Houston flight for next season. There was a reminder
that the commitment is to "pledge" the revenue in case the flight does not generate the revenue
guaranteed, so the funding may or may not be needed and an amount would not be confirmed
until end of the next season. Vail Resorts, Inc. agreed to support the flight with some
incremental marketing funding. There was also discussion about some of the following:
✓ The idea of getting the airlines to commit to a flight price guarantee
✓ The question about who the real stakeholders should include and the role of each, i.e., VRI,
Eagle Airport, EGE Air Alliance, the communities including Beaver Creek
✓ Why isn't there work towards creating a European connection with the Canada flight
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✓ A request to review the proposed flight guarantee agreements
The summary of the funding request was $115,000 in order to guarantee the Toronto flight
would commit to the upcoming season. Eagle County had already committed $57,500 to the
request. Moffet then moved to add $30,000 to the 2015 Town of Vail budget in order to help
secure the flight and noted the Town is looking for a match from Beaver Creek Resort Company
to also help with securing this flight. After some clarification from finance staff, Moffet requested
the funding be budgeted in the 2014 budget. With some further discussion about clarifying who
has come to the table with committed funding, Moffett revised his motion to approve that Town
of Vail would commit to a $25,000 revenue pledge for the Toronto flight with an additional dollar
match pledge up to $14,000 based on a committed pledge from Beaver Creek Resort Company
for the Toronto flight. The pledge would be appropriated in the 2014 budget. Kurz seconded
the motion and it passed unanimously (7 -0). The public was invited to comment and no one
responded.
The seventh item on the agenda was an update on the Vail Village Welcome Center Remodel
presented by Greg Hall and John King, Public Works. It was noted the town budgeted for a
remodel of the Vail Village Welcome Center and to date the remodel design plans have been
completed, priced and valued engineered with the selected contractor as GE Johnson
Construction, who completed the construction management / general contractor public proposal
process. There was some discussion about using a bid process vs. this process and it was
noted that projects have been filtered through both with pros and cons resulting from both
processes. There was explanation as to the increase of construction costs as being due to an
increase in activity with building and time of year. Moffet moved to authorize the additional
$260,000 toward the Vail Village Welcome Center Remodel project budget and directed the
Town Manager to award and enter into a contract for construction with GE Johnson. Kurz
seconded the motion and it passed with a six to one vote (6 -1; Bugby opposed).
The eighth item on the agenda was first reading of Ordinance No. 13, Series 2014, an
ordinance making adjustments to the Town of Vail General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Real
Estate Transfer Tax Fund and Dispatch Services Fund. Kathleen Halloran, Assistant Finance
Director, presented this ordinance with some highlights as follows (further details in the council
packet memo):
The General Fund saw some adjustments of a net increase of $714,073 from an increase to Sales
Tax projections with an offset of expenditures of $32,073 for the High Visibility DUI grant ($30K) and
reimbursement for direct expenses incurred in assisting with the Red Tail Ranch fire ($2,073). These
adjustments to the General Fund 2014 budget result in an estimated fund balance of $15.5 million by
the end of 2014, or 48% of annual revenues.
The Capital Projects Fund revenue would be adjusted by a total increase of $1,088,000, mainly from
increased projections of both Sales Tax ($418,000 out of a total of $1.1 million projected increase)
and Construction Use Tax ($500,000). The total request was to supplement 2014 expenditures by a
total of $470,900 as noted by the following new projects or increases:
✓ $330,000 total increase to the Energy Enhancement project for the lighting upgrades to LED
throughout town facilities as approved by Council May 6th. $170,000 of this is reimbursed by Holy
Cross Electric (as mentioned above), and the additional $160,000 necessary to retrofit lighting
fixtures to utilize LED technology.
✓ $135,000 in computer hardware to begin the replacement of the town's Intel platform (no longer
supported since September 2013) with a new virtual server chassis environment of three
"Simplivity Omnicubes ". IT will be requesting additional funds in the 2015 and 2016 budgets to
ultimately install a total of seven "Omnicubes.
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✓ $5,900 is requested to upgrade the AM1610 public information radio equipment, which has been
out of commission for approximately one year. The information provided on this channel includes
road conditions, parking conditions, etc. and is broadcast only within town limits based on the
location of radio tower equipment.
All of the above adjustments would result in an estimated fund balance of $14.0 million by the end of
2014.
Real Estate Transfer Tax (RETT) Fund budgeted revenues will increase by a total of $1.1 million, with
$1.0 million increase forecasted for RETT collections and $99,900 reimbursement from CDOT (with
corresponding expenditure) for water quality vaults to be installed as part of the implementation of the
Gore Creek Water Quality Improvement Plan.
Staff is also requesting to supplement 2014 expenditures by $250,000 in recycling education and
rebates as approved by Council May 6th. Specifically, $50,000 will be used for community education;
$75,000 for recycling rebates to help offset startup costs for commercial participants and $125,000
recycling container rebates for residential participants. Also included are two of the off -cycle
contribution requests in the RETT fund as described in staff recommendations on pages 4 -5. The
recycling program "Actively Green in 2015" ($37K) and fencing around the West Vail Community
Garden ($18.5K) are proposed for funding from RETT based on environmental and parks /recreation
eligibility requirements. The proposed budget adjustments will result in an estimated fund balance of
$2.9 million by the end of 2014.
Dispatch Services Fund The E911 Authority Board committed a total of $85,000 toward the purchase
of a Mobile Communications Vehicle purchased this year. The town has received payment for
$68,200, with the remaining $16,800 to be funded from the annual capital contributions the E911
Board makes to the Dispatch Services Fund. The $16,800 needs to be transferred to the Capital
Projects Fund from where the Mobile Communications Vehicle is being paid.
The 2014 Off -Cycle Contribution requests included the following:
a. Colorado Ski Museum requesting $6,500 to complete development of a new multi -media interactive
Self- Guided Tour Mobile App so that it can be in use by the start of this ski season.
b. Vail Leadership Institute requesting $8,500 of funding to support the Leadership Tribute event on
December 12 at the 10th restaurant on Vail Mountain.
c. Vail Symposium requesting in -kind contribution of approximately $10,500 (could be less depending
on the facility used) for use of the Donovan Pavilion, Grand View and the Vail Library. Anticipated use
from now until December is one of the venues approximately 3 times.
d. Walking Mountains requesting a total of $40,000 for the continuation of the Actively Green 2015
sustainable destination project to include 1) $6,000 for sustainability trainings for town businesses,
2) $6,000 would be used for sustainability certification support services for town businesses and
3) $28,000 would be used for a marketing campaign and awards /recognition celebration.
The town contributed $16,000 from the Environmental Sustainability budget to the start of this project
along with $40,000 from the Vail Valley Foundation.
e. West Vail Community Garden requesting $18,500 to help fund the construction of a wildlife fence
surrounding the garden, as presented to Council April 15th.
There were some council questions and concerns expressed about the following items:
Mayor Daly expressed some concerns about the expenditures for the computers and requested
that staff bring a more comprehensive plan showing the full implementation plan for the
upgrades to the town's intel platform.
Mayor Daly made some inquiries about the funding for the Walking Mountains request. Kim
Langmaid, Walking Mountains, spoke about the implementation of the Actively Green program
noting the breakdown of expenditures to the work plan. There were some questions about the
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participation level from other groups in the valley, including specifically Beaver Creek and Vail
Valley Foundation. Langmaid noted that the focus was 1) to educate and engage the Vail
businesses on the program, and 2) implement this program to then serve as a long term legacy
attributed to Town of Vail. There were comments that instructed Walking Mountains to only
spend this funding on getting Vail business owners aligned with the program.
Both Rogers and Chapin noted their support of the Colorado Ski Museum funding request. It
was suggested the benefits of the mobile application proposal far outweigh the costs involved in
its implementation. There was additional support from other council members in light of the fact
there were parties committed to provide funding. It was requested that there be a brief
demonstration of this mobile application at the next meeting, August 5`h
Moffett moved to approve Ordinance No. 13, Series 2014, noting that the Walking Mountains
funding only include supporting Vail businesses. Kurz seconded the motion and it passed
unanimously (7 -0).
The ninth item on the agenda was second reading of Ordinance No. 12 Series of 2014, An
Ordinance Extending the Temporary Ban on Marijuana Establishments in the Town, Pursuant to
Section 16 of Article XVIII of the Colorado Constitution (Amendment 64). George Ruther
presented this topic on behalf of the Town Attorney noting there were no changes made to the
ordinance for second reading. It was noted the effective date for the moratorium would expire
Tuesday, August 4, 2015. Bugby moved to approve Ordinance No. 12 Series of 2014 on 2nd
reading; Kurz seconded the motion and it passed unanimously (7 -0). There were no public
comments made on this topic.
The tenth item on the agenda was adjournment. There being no further business to come
before the council, Moffet moved to adjourn the meeting and Bugby seconded. The motion
passed unanimously, (7 -0) and the meeting adjourned 8:15 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Attest:
Andrew P. Daly, Mayor
Patty McKenny, Town Clerk
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Vail Local Marketing District Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, July 15, 2014
1:00 P.M.
Vail Town Council Chambers
The regular meeting of the Vail Local Marketing District was called to order at approximately
1:00 P.M. by Mayor Andy Daly.
Members present: Andy Daly, Chairman
Ludwig Kurz
Jenn Bruno
Dale Bugby
Dave Chapin
Greg Moffet
Margaret Rogers
Staff members: Stan Zemler, Town Manager
Matt Mire, Town Attorney
Pam Brandmeyer, Assistant Town Manager
Patty McKenny, Town Clerk
The first item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 2, Series of 2014, approval of additional funds
for expenditures.
Davy Ratchford, representing the Vail Local Marketing District Advisory Council ( VLMDAC),
presented the request for the amendment to the 2014 VLMD budget. It was noted that the Vail
Local Marketing District (VLMD) approved the 2014 Operating Plan and Budget on September
17, 2013, and the Vail Town Council approved on October 1, 2013, with a mission to market
and promote Vail to attract overnight destination guests primarily during the May — October time
frame, creating economic vitality by increasing both the visitor base and sales tax revenues.
The marketing objectives outlined in the 2014 VLMD operating plan were highlighted in the
packet materials. He noted that in an effort to capitalize on some new ideas, there have been
preliminary efforts evaluating an opportunity from creative agency Goodness MFG to begin
development of the 2015 marketing campaign this year. Research indicates destination guests
begin planning their summer vacations up to 6 months prior to arrival so in order to have the
marketing efforts ready to launch in January 2015, work would need to begin this year. He
specified the deliverables as 1) oversight of the photo shoot this summer for the Summer 2015
brand advertising assets; 2) strategic campaign refinement based on the 2014 campaign
performance and 3) 2014 research results; 4) creative refinement /development for Summer
2015 print, 5) out of home and digital assets; and 6) travel to November and December 2014
VLMDAC meetings. The estimated expenditure for the 2015 marketing campaign is $30,975.
Ratchford then described the second expenditure of $35,000 to be used for the Team Shiffrin
sponsorship which included her acting as Grand Marshal for the Vail America Days Parade; one
video shoot for the Town of Vail lasting one hour; and other appearances and inclusions based
upon Mikaela's desire to participate as well her availability.
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The total expenditures of $65,975 would come from the fund balance of the Vail Local Marketing
District and still leave 40% which is well above the recommended 25% fund balance.
Moffet moved to approve Vail Local Marketing District Resolution No. 2, Series 2014, amending
a budget and making appropriations to pay the costs, expenses and liabilities of the Vail Local
Marketing District, for its fiscal year January 1, 2014 through December 31, 2014. Kurz
seconded the motion and it passed unanimously, (7 -0).
Kelli McDonald, Economic Development Director, noted that Mia Vlaar, currently a member of
the VLMDAC, recently sold her residence in Vail and is no longer eligible for her seat on the
council. After some discussion, there was consensus to wait on appointing another member to
the advisory council until December when these vacancies are typically filled.
The final item on the agenda was adjournment. There being no further business to come
before board, Moffet moved to adjourn the meeting and Kurz seconded. The motion passed
unanimously, 7 -0 and the meeting adjourned 1:10 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Attest:
Andrew P. Daly, Mayor
Patty McKenny, Town Clerk
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TOWN OF VAIL �
Memorandum
To: Town Council
From: Public Works
Date: 07/30/14
Subject: Overhead Variable Message Signs Contract Award
I. ITEM /TOPIC
Overhead Variable Message Signs Contract Award
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL
Authorize the Town Manager to enter into an agreement with TK Construction to
complete the Overhead Variable Message Signs Contract Award.
III. BACKGROUND
As part of the Town's wayfinding master plan, overhead variable message signs at the
Main Vail 1 -70 interchange were identified as an integral component to be able to give
guests real time parking information as they exit the interstate and enter the local road
system. This will help minimize the "U- turn" movement on the frontage road at
intersections as one parking structure fills and the other still has parking available. The
signs will also be a valuable asset on providing motorists information during Vail Pass
closures (parking availability, direction of travel). One overhead sign is proposed at
each 1 -70 off -ramp and on the South Frontage Road exiting the Main Vail roundabout.
Bids were received on July 24, 2014 from TK Construction ($691,500.00) and Freeman
Signs ($1,222,980.00). The proposed project is within budget. The overhead signs are
scheduled to be operational by the 2015 World Alpine Championships.
IV. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Authorize the Town Manager to enter into an agreement with TK Construction to
complete the Overhead Variable Message Signs Project in the amount not to exceed
$691,500.00.
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
MEETING DATE: August 5, 2014
ITEM /TOPIC: Any Action as a Result of Executive Session
BACKGROUND: This agenda item has been added to the regular meeting agenda in order
to allow for any official action required as a result of the executive session.
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
MEETING DATE: August 5, 2014
ITEM /TOPIC: Town Manager's Report
1) Update on Vail Valley Medical Center's parking related to municipal property and next
steps,
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
MEETING DATE: August 5, 2014
ITEM /TOPIC: The Rocky Mountain Recreation and Wilderness Preservation Act seeks to
preserve areas with exceptional scenic and recreation values located in the White River
National Forest in Summit and Eagle Counties. The newly revised proposal includes the No
Name, Spraddle Creek, and Freeman Creek portions in Eagle County.
PRESENTER(S): Courtney Krause, Nissa Erickson, Congressman Jared Polis' Office
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Congressman Polis greatly appreciated the resolution
of support from Vail Council in 2010, and would appreciate the Vail Council's renewed support
for the updated version of the bill.
BACKGROUND: Congressman Polis previously introduced the Eagle and Summit County
Wilderness Act in 2010 (H.R. 6280) and again in 2011 (H.R. 1701). From 2012 -2014,
Congressman Polis conducted an extensive public process and continued to work with local
stakeholders. The two -year process led to a recreation- and conservation- oriented bill, which
is reflected in the new name for the proposal — the Rocky Mountain Recreation and
Wilderness Preservation Act. Please review the documents and maps as there have been
significant modifications to this bill from previous 2010 and 2011 versions of the bill.
ATTACHMENTS:
Background Information about Bill text
Rocky Mountain Wilderness and Recreation Preservation Act
Legilation Text
Eagle County's 2014 Support Letter
TOV 2010 Resolution Supporting Congressman Polis' Last Proposal
Final Map for RMRWPA
Eagle County Map
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Rocky Mountain Recreation and Wilderness Preservation Act
Background Information
SEC. 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS.
Short Title: Rocky Mountain Recreation and Wilderness Preservation Act
Table of Contents:
• Sec. 1. Short title; table of contents.
• Sec. 2. Colorado wilderness additions.
• Sec. 3. Tenmile Recreation Management Area, White River National Forest.
• Sec. 4. Porcupine Gulch Protection Area, White River National Forest.
SEC. 2. COLORADO WILDERNESS ADDITIONS.
Background
This section amends the 1993 Colorado Wilderness Act to designate additional areas in the
White River National Forest in Eagle and Summit Counties. These areas have been proposed for
wilderness because they are roadless, scenic, and provide opportunities for solitude. In addition
these are the few areas in Eagle and Summit Counties that remain roadless and have experienced
minimal human development and disturbances. These proposed wilderness areas also provide
important habitat for wildlife such as bighorn sheep, mountain goats, songbirds, mule deer, small
mammals, elk, moose, Canada lynx, white - tailed ptarmigan, and black bears. Wilderness will
protect these important landscape characteristics and wildlife habitat, while preserving
backcountry recreation opportunities like hiking, fishing, horseback riding, snowshoeing,
climbing, skiing, camping, and hunting.
Management
These wilderness areas will be managed in accordance with the 1993 Colorado Wilderness Act.
The 1993 Colorado Wilderness Act includes language that provides for: (1) valid existing rights;
(2) public filing of maps and descriptions; (3) continuance of activities outside the wilderness;
(4) state fish and wildlife responsibilities; and (5) grazing. In addition to the provisions included
in the 1993 Colorado Wilderness Act, this section:
• Allows the U.S. Forest Service to take any measure necessary to control fire, insects, and
diseases subject to appropriate terms and conditions;
• Includes enhanced grazing language; and
• Does not affect activities occurring outside the proposed wilderness areas.
Wilderness Additions
This section adds areas that are adjacent to existing wilderness areas in the White River
National Forest but are not yet designated as wilderness. Specifically, this section adds:
• Ute Pass, Acorn Creek and Ptarmigan A areas to the Ptarmigan Peak Wilderness in
Summit County;
• No Name area to the Holy Cross Wilderness in Eagle County; and
• Freeman Creek and Spraddle Creek areas to the Eagles Nest Wilderness in Eagle
County.
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This section also creates new wilderness designations in the White River National Forest.
This section would create:
• Hoosier Ridge Wilderness in Summit County;
• Tenmile Wilderness in Summit County; and
• Williams Fork Wilderness in Summit County.
Spraddle Creek Potential Wilderness
In addition, this section creates a short-term potential wilderness within the Spraddle Creek area
in Eagle County. The potential wilderness area allows the U.S. Forest Service or an authorized
third party to complete restoration work (including motorized and mechanized transport and
equipment) to repair the natural ecosystems, and to protect water quality and watershed values.
Once the restoration work is complete or ten years after the date of enactment of this Act, the
potential wilderness will become part of the Eagles Nest Wilderness Area.
SEC. 3. TENMILE RECREATION MANAGEMENT AREA, WHITE RIVER
NATIONAL FOREST, COLORADO.
Background
This section creates a new recreation management area in the White River National Forest in
Summit County. The Tenmile Recreation Management Area was included in this proposal to
promote and enhance the thriving recreation economy. The outdoor recreation economy is
critical to the economic well -being of many Colorado communities. Each year, outdoor
recreation generates $13.2 billion in consumer spending, 125,000 jobs, and $994 million in state
and local tax revenue in Colorado. The Tenmile Recreation Management Area was built on the
idea that local hotels, restaurants, outfitters, and shops will benefit if recreation opportunities are
protected. The Tenmile Recreation Management Area will encourage visitors from around the
world to come to the area to enjoy world -class recreation opportunities like mountain biking,
hiking, fishing, horseback riding, snowshoeing, climbing, skiing, camping, and hunting.
Purposes
The purposes of the Tenmile Recreation Management Area are to conserve, protect, and enhance
for the benefit and enjoyment of present and future generations the recreational, scenic,
watershed, habitat, and ecological resources of the area.
Management
The Tenmile Recreation Management Area will be managed to enhance the purposes of the
Tenmile Recreation Management Area (see above) and the permitted uses (see below), and in
accordance with public land laws (including regulations).
Permitted Uses
• Uses to further the purposes of the Tenmile Recreation Management Area (see
above);
• Mountain biking and mountain bike trails;
• Hiking, fishing, horseback riding, snowshoeing, climbing, skiing, camping, and
hunting activities;
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Pre- and post- wildfire, insect, disease, and hazardous fuels management to
prevent, control, and mitigate such hazards;
Current legal motorized access roads and current legal vehicles uses; and
Water infrastructure protection and improvement.
Prohibited Uses
New roads and new motorized vehicle uses (except to carry out pre- or post -fire
watershed protection projects, conduct administrative activities, respond to an
emergency, or construct regional transportation projects);
Commercial timber sales (except to sell merchantable products to carry out
permitted uses); and
Mineral extraction (subject to valid existing rights).
Other Provisions
• Allows for the construction of potential future mass - transportation alternatives to
address congestion along the I -70 corridor;
• Protects important wildlife habitat;
• Protects municipal watersheds;
• Allows overflights by the Colorado Army National Guard;
• Does not create a protective perimeter or buffer;
• Does not alter Colorado Fish and Wildlife activities; and
• Does not alter or limit ski area or other permits.
SEC. 4. PORCUPINE GULCH PROTECTION AREA, WHITE RIVER NATIONAL
FOREST, COLORADO.
Background
This section creates a new protection area in the White River National Forest in Summit County.
The proposed Porcupine Gulch Protection Area must be preserved because it is roadless and
provides for activities such as hiking, fishing, horseback riding, snowshoeing, climbing, skiing,
camping, and hunting. The Porcupine Gulch Protection Area will protect these important
landscape characteristics while providing opportunities for potential watershed management and
transportation projects.
Purposes
The purposes of the Protection Area are to conserve, protect, and enhance for the benefit and
enjoyment of present and future generations the scenic, roadless, watershed, and ecological
resources of the Protection Area.
Management
The Porcupine Protection Area will be managed to enhance the purposes of the Porcupine
Protection Area (see above) and the permitted uses (see below), and in accordance with public
land laws (including regulations).
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Permitted Uses
Hiking, fishing, horseback riding, snowshoeing, climbing, skiing, camping, and
hunting; and
Pre- and post- wildfire, insect, disease, and hazardous fuels management to
prevent, control, and mitigate such hazards.
Prohibited Uses
Motorized vehicles, mechanized transport, and new or temporary roads (except to
carry out pre- or post -fire watershed protection projects, conduct administrative
activities, respond to an emergency, or construct regional transportation projects);
Commercial timber sales (except to sell merchantable products to carry out
permitted uses); and
Mineral extraction (subject to valid existing rights).
Other Provisions
• Allows for construction of potential future mass - transportation alternatives to
address congestion along the I -70 corridor;
• Protects important wildlife habitat;
• Protects municipal watersheds;
• Allows overflights by the Colorado Army National Guard;
• Does not create a protective perimeter or buffer; and
• Does not alter Colorado Fish and Wildlife activities.
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To designate certain lands in the State of Colorado as components of the
National Wilderness Preservation System, to designate the Tenmile
Recreation Management Area and Porcupine Gulch Protection Area,
and for other purposes.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Mr. PoLIS introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee
on
A SILL
To designate certain lands in the State of Colorado as com-
ponents of the National Wilderness Preservation System,
to designate the Tenmile Recreation Management Area
and Porcupine Gulch Protection Area, and for other
purposes.
1 Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa-
2 tives of the United States o f America in Congress assembled,
3 SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS.
4 (a) SHORT TITLE. —This Act may be cited as the
5 "Rocky Mountain Recreation and Wilderness Preservation
6 Act ".
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1 (b) TABLE OF CONTENTS. —The table of contents for
2 this Act is as follows:
Sec. 1. Short title; table of contents.
Sec. 2. Colorado wilderness additions.
Sec. 3, Tenmile Recreation Management Area, White River National Forest,
Colorado.
Sec. 4. Porcupine Gulch Protection Area, White River National Forest, Colo-
rado.
3 SEC. 2. COLORADO WILDERNESS ADDITIONS.
4 (a) DESIGNATION.— Section 2(a) of the Colorado Wil-
y derness Act of 1993 (Public Law 103 -77; 107 Stat. 756;
6 16 U.S.C. 1132 note) is amended-
7 (1) in paragraph (18), by striking "1993," and
8 inserting "1993, and certain Federal lands in the
9 White River National Forest which comprise ap-
10 proximately 6,349 acres, as generally depicted as
11 `Proposed Ute Pass Wilderness', `Proposed Acorn
12 Creek Wilderness', and `Proposed Ptarmigan Addi-
13 Lions Wilderness' on a map entitled `Ptarmigan Peak
14 Wilderness Additions Proposal', dated July, 2014,"
15 and
16 (2) by adding at the end the following new
17 paragraphs:
18 "(22) HOLY CROSS WILDERNESS ADDITION. -
19 Certain Federal lands in the White River National
20 Forest which comprise approximately 3,942 acres, as
21 generally depicted as `Proposed No Name Wilder -
22 ness' on a map entitled `Holy Cross Wilderness Ad-
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1 dition Proposal', dated July, 2014, and which are in-
2 corporated in and shall be deemed to be a part of
3 the Holy Cross Wilderness designated by section
4 102(a)(5) of Public Law 96 -560 (94 Stat. 3266).
5 "(23) HOOSIER RIDGE WILDERNESS.— Certain
6 Federal lands in the White River National Forest
7 which comprise approximately 5,172 acres, as gen-
8 erally depicted on a map entitled `Hoosier Ridge
9 Wilderness Proposal', dated July, 2014, and which
10 shall be known as the `Hoosier Ridge Wilderness'.
11 "(24) TENMILE WILDERNESS.— Certain Federal
12 lands in the White River National Forest which
13 comprise approximately 7,577 acres, as generally de-
14 picted as `Proposed Tenmile Wilderness' on a map
15 entitled `Tenmile Proposal', dated July, 2014, and
16 which shall be known as the `Tenmile Wilderness'.
17 "(25) WILLIAMS FORK WILDERNESS.— Certain
18 Federal lands in the White River National Forest
19 which comprise approximately 9,338 acres, as gen-
20 erally depicted on a map entitled `Proposed Williams
21 Fork Wilderness', dated July, 2014, and which shall
22 be known as the `Williams Fork Wilderness'.
23 "(26) EAGLES NEST WILDERNESS ADDI-
24 TIONS.—
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"(A) DESIGNATION OF WILDERNESS. -
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Certain Federal lands in the White River Na-
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tional Forest which comprise approximately
4
7,082 acres, as generally depicted as `Proposed
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Freeman Creek Wilderness' and `Proposed
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Spraddle Creek Wilderness' on a map entitled
7
`Eagles Nest Wilderness Additions Proposal',
8
dated July, 2014, and which are incorporated
9
in and shall be deemed to be a part of the Ea-
10
gles Nest Wilderness designated by Public Law
11
94 -352 (90 Stat. 870).
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"(i) DESIGNATION. —In furtherance of
14
the purposes of the Wilderness Act, certain
15
Federal lands in the White River National
16
Forest which comprise approximately
17
2,338 acres, as generally depicted as `Pro -
18
posed Spraddle Creek Potential Wilder -
19
ness' on a map entitled `Eagles Nest Wil-
20
derness Additions Proposal', dated July
21
2014, is designated as a potential wilder -
22
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24
vided in clause (iii) and subject to valid ex-
25
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designated by this subparagraph shall be
managed in accordance with the Wilder-
ness Act and this Act.
"(iii) ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION. -
For purposes of ecological restoration (in-
cluding any activity necessary to restore
the natural ecosystems and water quality
and protect watershed values in the poten-
tial wilderness area designated by this sub-
paragraph), the Secretary or an authorized
third party may use motorized and mecha-
nized transport and equipment in the po-
tential wilderness area until the date on
which the potential wilderness area is in-
corporated into the Eagles Nest Wilder-
ness.
"(iv) DESIGNATION AS WILDER -
NESS. —The potential wilderness area des-
ignated by this subparagraph shall be des-
ignated as wilderness and incorporated in
and deemed to be a part of the Eagles
Nest Wilderness on the earlier of—
"(I) the date on which the Sec-
retary publishes in the Federal Reg-
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1 tion activities identified in clause (iii)
2 have been completed by the Secretary
3 or an authorized third party; or
4 "(II) the date that is 10 years
5 after the date of enactment of the
6 Rocky Mountain Recreation and Wil-
1 derness Preservation Act. ".
8 (b) EFFECTIVE DATE. Any reference in the Wilder -
9 ness Act (16 U.S.C. 1131 et seq.) to the effective date
10 of that Act shall be considered to be a reference to the
11 date of enactment of this Act for purposes of admin-
12 istering the Federal lands designated as wilderness by
13 paragraphs (18) and (22) through (26)(A) of section 2(a)
14 of the Colorado Wilderness Act of 1993 (16 U.S.C. 1132
15 note; Public Law 103 -77), as amended or added by sub -
16 section (a).
17 (c) FIRE, INSECTS, AND DISEASES. As provided in
18 section 4(d)(1) of the Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C.
19 1133(d)(1)), in the case of the Federal lands designated
20 as wilderness by paragraphs (18) and (22) through
21 (26)(A) of section 2(a) of the Colorado Wilderness Act of
22 1993 (16 U.S.C. 1132 note; Public Law 103 -77), as
23 amended or added by subsection (a), the Secretary may
24 take any measure that the Secretary determines to be nec-
25 essary to control fire, insects, and diseases, subject to such
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1 terms and conditions as the Secretary determines to be
2 appropriate.
3 (d) INCORPORATION OF ACQUIRED LAND AND IN-
4 TERESTS. Any land or interest in land that is acquired
5 by the United States within the boundaries of the Federal
6 lands designated as wilderness by paragraphs (18) and
7 (22) through (26)(A) of section 2(a) of the Colorado Wil-
8 derness Act of 1993 (16 U.S.C. 1132 note; Public Law
9 103 -77), as amended or added by subsection (a), shall -
10 (1) become part of the wilderness area of which
11 the Federal lands are a part; and
12 (2) be managed in accordance with the applica-
13 ble provisions of this Act and any other applicable
14 laws.
15 (e) GRAZING. —The grazing of livestock on the Fed -
16 eral lands designated as wilderness by paragraphs (18)
17 and (22) through (26)(A) of section 2(a) of the Colorado
18 Wilderness Act of 1993 (16 U.S.C. 1132 note; Public Law
19 103 -77), as amended or added by subsection (a), if estab-
20 lished before the date of enactment of this Act, shall be
21 permitted to continue subject to such reasonable regula-
22 tions as are considered necessary by the Secretary, in ac-
23 cordance with section 4(d)(4) of the Wilderness Act (16
24 U. S. C.1133(d)(4)).
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1 (f) NO BUFFER ZONES.— Congress does not intend
2 that the designation by this Act of Federal lands as wilder -
3 ness in the State of Colorado creates or implies the cre-
4 ation of protective perimeters or buffer zones around any
5 wilderness area. The fact that nonwilderness activities or
6 uses can be seen or heard from within a wilderness area
7 shall not, of itself, preclude such activities or uses up to
8 the boundary of the wilderness area.
9 SEC. 3. TENMILE RECREATION MANAGEMENT AREA, WHITE
10 RIVER NATIONAL FOREST, COLORADO.
11 (a) DESIGNATION.— Certain Federal land in the
12 White River National Forest in the State of Colorado
13 which comprise approximately 11,417 acres, as generally
14 depicted as "Proposed Tenmile Recreation Management
15 Area" on a map entitled "Tenmile Proposal ", dated July
16 20147 is designated the "Tenmile Recreation Management
17 Area" (in this section referred to as the "Recreation Man -
18 agement Area ") .
19 (b) PURPOSES. —The purposes of the Recreation
20 Management Area are to conserve, protect, and enhance
21 for the benefit and enjoyment of present and future gen-
22 erations the recreational, scenic, watershed, habitat, and
23 ecological resources of the area.
24 (C) MANAGEMENT. —
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1 (1) IN GENERAL. —The Secretary of Agriculture
2 shall manage the Recreation Management Area -
3 (A) in a manner that conserves, protects,
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Management Area described in subsection
(b);
(ii) recreation opportunities, including
mountain biking, hiking, fishing, horseback
riding, snowshoeing, climbing, skiing,
camping, and hunting; and
(B) in accordance with -
(i) the Forest and Rangeland Renew-
able Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16
U.S.C. 1600 et seq.);
(ii) any other applicable laws (includ-
ing regulations); and
(iii) this section.
(2) USES. —
(A) IN GENERAL. —The Secretary shall
only allow such uses of the Recreation Manage-
ment Area that the Secretary determines would
further the purposes described in subsection
(b).
(B) VEHICLES.
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(i) IN GENERAL.- Except as provided
in clause (iii), the use of motorized vehicles
in the Recreation Management Area shall
be limited to those roads, vehicle classes,
and periods of use authorized for such use
on the date of enactment of this Act.
(ii) NEW OR TEMPORARY ROADS. -
Except as provided in clause (iii), no new
or temporary roads shall be constructed
within the Recreation Management Area.
(iii) EXCEPTIONS.— Nothing in clause
(i) or (ii) prevents the Secretary from —
(I) rerouting or closing an exist-
ing road or trail to protect natural re-
sources from degradation, as deter-
mined to be appropriate by the See-
retary;
(II) authorizing the use of motor-
ized vehicles for administrative pur-
poses;
(III) constructing temporary
roads or permitting the use of motor-
ized vehicles to carry out pre- or post -
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1 (IV) authorizing the use of mo-
2 torized vehicles to carry out activities
3 associated subsection (g), (h), or (i);
4 and
5 (V) responding to an emergency.
6 (C) COMMERCIAL TIMBER. -
7 (i) IN GENERAL. —No projects shall be
8 undertaken for the purpose of harvesting
9 commercial timber within the Recreation
10 Management Area.
11 (ii) LIMITATION.— Nothing in clause
12 (i) prevents the Secretary from harvesting
13 or selling merchantable products that are
14 byproducts of activities authorized by this
15 section.
16 (d) MAPS AND LEGAL DESCRIPTIONS. -
17 (1) FILING. As soon as practicable after the
18 date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall
19 prepare a map and legal descriptions for the Recre-
20 ation Management Area.
21 (2) FORCE OF LAW. —The map and legal de-
22 scription prepared under paragraph (1) shall have
23 the same force and effect as if included in this Act,
24 except that the Secretary may correct typographical
25 errors in the maps and legal descriptions.
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1 (3) PUBLIC AVAILABILITY. —The map and legal
2 description prepared under paragraph (1) shall be
3 on file and available for public inspection in the ap-
4 propriate office of the Secretary.
5 (e) WITHDRAWAL.— Subject to valid rights in exist -
6 ence on the date of enactment of this Act, the Federal
7 land within the Recreation Management Area is with -
8 drawn from -
9 (1) all forms of entry, appropriation, and dis-
10 posal under the public land laws;
11 (2) location, entry, and patent under the mining
12 laws; and
13 (3) operation of the mineral leasing, mineral
14 materials, and geothermal leasing laws.
15 (f) INCORPORATION OF ACQUIRED LAND AND INTER -
16 ESTS. Any land or interest in land that is acquired by
17 the United States within the boundaries of the Recreation
18 Management Area shall -
19 (1) become part of the Recreation Management
20 Area; and
21 (2) be managed in accordance with the applica-
22 ble provisions of this Act and any other applicable
23 laws.
24 (g) FIRE, INSECTS, AND DISEASES. —The Secretary
25 may take any measure that the Secretary determines to
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1 be necessary to prevent, control, and mitigate fire, insects,
2 and diseases, and hazardous fuels, subject to such terms
3 and conditions as the Secretary determines to be appro-
4 priate.
5 (h) WATER MANAGEMENT INFRASTRUCTURE. -
6 Nothing in this section affects the construction, repair, re-
7 construction, replacement, operation, maintenance, or ren-
8 ovation of water management infrastructure existing on
9 the date of enactment of this Act or such future infra-
10 structure necessary for the development or exercise of
11 water rights decreed prior to the date of enactment of this
12 Act within the Tenmile Recreation Management Area.
13 (i) REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS, —Noth-
14 ing in this section precludes the Secretary from author -
15 izing, consistent with applicable laws (including regula-
16 tions), the use or lease of Federal land within the Recre-
17 ation Management Area for -
18 (1) regional transportation projects, including
19 highway widening or realignment and construction
20 of multimodal transportation systems; and
21 (2) infrastructure, activities, or safety measures
22 associated with the implementation or utilization of
23 those facilities.
24 (j) APPLICATION OF LAW.— Nothing in this section
25 shall affect the designation of the Federal land within the
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1 Recreation Management Area for purposes of section 303
2 of title 49, United States Code, and section 138 of title
3 23 United States Code.
4 (k) PERMITS.— Nothing in this section alters or lim-
5 its-
6 (1) a permit held by a ski area or other entity;
7 or
8 (2) the acceptance, review, or implementation of
9 associated activities or facilities proposed or author -
10 ized by law or permit outside of the Recreation Man-
11 agement Area.
12 (1) WATER. —The provisions of section 3(e) of the
13 James Peak Wilderness and Protection Area Act (Public
14 Law 107 -216; 116 Stat. 1055) shall apply to the Recre-
15 ation Management Area established by this section.
16 (m) MILITARY ACTIVITIES.—
17 (1) COLORADO NATIONAL GUARD USE. —Noth-
18 ing in this section shall restrict, preclude or other -
19 wise affect the use by the Colorado Army National
20 Guard, a reserve component of the Armed Forces, of
21 the Recreation Management Area for aircraft train -
22 ing, testing, evaluation, emergency response, or
23 other related air operations-
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1 (A) in the manner and degree such uses
2 were authorized to occur on the date of the en-
3 actment of this Act; or
4 (B) as authorized under future agreements
5 between the Secretary and the Secretary of De-
6 fense.
7 (2) MILITARY AIRCRAFT USE.— Nothing in this
8 section restricts or precludes, or should cause any
9 other Federal regulation to restrict or preclude -
10 (A) low -level overflights of military air -
11 craft; or
12 (B) the designation, modification, or cre-
13 ation of new units of special use airspace, or
14 the establishment of military flight training
15 routes.
16 (n) FISH AND WILDLIFE.— Nothing in this section
17 affects the jurisdiction or responsibilities of the State of
18 Colorado with respect to fish and wildlife in the State.
19 (o) NO BUFFER ZONES. —The Recreation Manage -
20 ment Area shall not create a protective perimeter or buffer
21 zone around the Recreation Management Area.
22 SEC.. 4. PORCUPINE GULCH PROTECTION AREA, WHITE
23 RIVER NATIONAL FOREST, COLORADO.
24 (a) DESIGNATION.— Certain Federal land located in
25 the White River National Forest in the State of Colorado
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1 which comprise approximately 5,204 acres, as generally
2 depicted on a map entitled "Porcupine Gulch Protection
3 Area Proposal ", dated July 2014, is designated the "Por-
4 cupine Gulch Protection Area" (in this section referred to
5 as the "Protection Area ") .
6 (b) PURPOSES. —The purposes of the Protection Area
7 are to conserve, protect, and enhance for the benefit and
8 enjoyment of present and future generations the scenic,
9 roadless, watershed, and ecological resources of the Pro -
10 tection Area.
11 (C) MANAGEMENT. -
12 (1) IN GENERAL. —The Secretary of Agriculture
13 shall manage the Protection Area -
14 (A) in a manner that conserves, protects,
15 and enhances the purposes described in sub -
16 section (b); and
17 (B) in accordance with -
18 (i) the Forest and Rangeland Renew -
19 able Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16
20 U.S.C. 1600 et seq.);
21 (ii) any other applicable laws (includ-
22 ing regulations); and
23 (iii) this section.
24 (2) USES.—
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(A) IN GENERAL. —The Secretary shall
2
only allow such uses of the Protection Area that
3
the Secretary determines would further the pur-
4
poses described in subsection (b).
5
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6
(i) IN GENERAL.— Except as provided
7
in clause (iii), the use of motorized vehicles
8
and mechanized transport in the Protec-
9
tion Area shall be prohibited.
10
(ii) NEW OR TEMPORARY ROADS. -
11
Except as provided in clause (iii), no new
12
or temporary roads shall be constructed
13
within the Protection Area.
14
(iii) EXCEPTIONS.— Nothing in clause
15
(i) or (ii) prevents the Secretary from -
16
(I) authorizing the use of motor -
17
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18
poses;
19
(II) constructing temporary
20
roads or permitting the use of motor -
21
ized vehicles to carry out pre- or post -
22
fire watershed protection projects;
23
(III) authorizing the use of mo-
24
torized vehicles to carry out activities
25
associated subsection (g) or (h); or
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1 (IV) responding to an emergency.
2 (C) COMMERCIAL, TIMBER. -
3 (i) IN GENERAL. —No projects shall be
4 undertaken for the purpose of harvesting
5 commercial timber within the Protection
6 Area.
7 (ii) LIMITATION.— Nothing in clause
8 (i) prevents the Secretary from harvesting
9 or selling merchantable products that are
10 byproducts of activities authorized by this
11 section.
12 (d) MAP AND LEGAL DESCRIPTION. -
13 (1) FILING. As soon as practicable after the
14 date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall
15 prepare a map and legal description for the Protec-
16 tion Area.
17 (2) FORCE OF LAw. —The map and legal de-
18 scription prepared under paragraph (1) shall have
19 the same force and effect as if included in this Act,
20 except that the Secretary may correct typographical
21 errors in the map and legal description.
22 (3) PUBLIC AVAILABILITY. —The map and legal
23 description prepared under paragraph (1) shall be
24 on file and available for public inspection in the ap-
25 propriate office of the Secretary.
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1 (e) WITHDRAWAL.— Subject to valid rights in exist-
2 ence on the date of enactment of this Act, the Federal
3 land within the Protection Area is withdrawn from -
4 (1) all forms of entry, appropriation, and dis-
5 posal under the public land laws;
6 (2) location, entry, and patent under the mining
7 laws; and
8 (3) operation of the mineral leasing, mineral
9 materials, and geothermal leasing laws.
10 (f) INCORPORATION OF ACQUIRED LAND AND INTER -
11 ESTS. Any land or interest in land that is acquired by
12 the United States within the boundaries of the Protection
13 Area shall -
14 (1) become part of the Protection Area; and
15 (2) be managed in accordance with the applica-
16 ble provisions of this Act and any other applicable
17 laws.
18 (g) FIRE, INSECTS, AND DISEASES. —The Secretary
19 may take any measure that the Secretary determines to
20 be necessary to prevent, control, and mitigate fire, insects,
21 and diseases and hazardous fuels, subject to such terms
22 and conditions as the Secretary determines to be appro-
23 priate.
24 (h) REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS. —Noth-
25 ing in this section precludes the Secretary from author-
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1 izing, consistent with applicable laws (including regula-
2 tions), the use or lease of Federal land within the Protec-
3 Lion Area for-
4 (1) regional transportation projects, including
5 highway widening or realignment and construction
6 of multimodal transportation systems; and
7 (2) infrastructure, activities, or safety measures
8 associated with the implementation or utilization of
9 those facilities.
10 (i) APPLICATION OF LAw.— Nothing in this section
11 shall affect the designation of the Federal land within the
12
Protection Area for
purposes of
section 303
of title 49,
13
United States Code,
and section
138 of title
23 United
14 States Code.
15 (j) WATER. —The provisions of section 3 (e) of the
16 James Peak Wilderness and Protection Area Act (Public
17 Law 107 -216; 116 Stat. 1055) shall apply to the Protec-
18 tion Area.
19 (k) MILITARY ACTIVITIES.-
20 (1) COLORADO ARMY NATIONAL GUARD USE. -
21 Nothing in this section shall restrict, preclude or
22 otherwise affect the use by the Colorado Army Na-
23 tional Guard, a reserve component of the Armed
24 Forces, of the Protection Area for aircraft training,
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1 testing, evaluation, emergency response, or other re-
2 lated air operations -
3 (A) in the manner and degree such uses
4 were authorized to occur on the date of the en-
5 actment of this Act; or
6 (B) as authorized under future agreements
7 between the Secretary and the Secretary of De-
b fense.
9 (2) MILITARY AIRCRAFT USE.— Nothing in this
10 section restricts or precludes, or should cause any
11 other Federal regulation to restrict or preclude -
12 (A) low -level overflights of military air -
13 craft; or
14 (B) the designation, modification, or cre-
15 ation of new units of special use airspace, or
16 the establishment of military flight training
17 routes.
18 (1) FISH AND WILDLIFE.— Nothing in this section af-
19 fects the jurisdiction or responsibilities of the State of Col -
20 orado with respect to fish and wildlife in the State.
21 (m) No BUFFER ZoNEs. —The Protection Area shall
22 not create a protective perimeter or buffer zone around
23 the Protection Area.
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Rocky Mountain Recreation and Wilderness Preservation Act
Significant Legislation and Map Changes — Eagle County
SPRADDLE CREEK WILDERNESS
Created 2,338 acre potential wilderness area:
• To provide for the potential need for ecological restoration, this section authorizes
U.S. Forest Service or an authorized third party to complete possible restoration
work that may require motorized and mechanized transport and equipment to
repair the natural ecosystems, water quality, and to protect watershed values to
curb the possible contribution of nutrients to the Gore Creek.
• Once the restoration work is complete or ten years after the date of enactment of
this Act, the potential wilderness will become part of the Eagles Nest Wilderness
Area.
• Removed approximately 300 acres that overlapped with an area that was open to over -
snow vehicles in the recent winter travel management plan
• Continues to allow full access to the Eiseman Hut
Removed 845 acres on southern boundary in order to:
• Create additional wildland -urban interface buffer between Town of Vail and
proposed wilderness area
• Remove the entire Vail Stables permit area from the wilderness
FREEMAN CREEK WILDERNESS
• Removed eastern polygon that could have impacted a U.S. Forest Service land exchange
NO NAME WILDERNESS
Created 300 foot buffer from the Wurtz Ditch (owned by Pueblo Water)
REMOVAL OF OTHER AREAS
After the 2012 congressional district redistricting process, the Adam Mountain, Red
Table, Woods Lake, West Lake Creek, Bull Gulch, Castle Peak, and Pisgah Mountain
areas are no longer in Congressman Polis' district (CO -02). As a result they have been
removed from this proposal. Congressman Polis is working with Congressman Tipton on
a proposal that would include these areas.
8/5/2014
OFFICE OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
970 - 328 -8605
FAX- 970- 328 -8629
email:eagleadmin @eaglecounty.us
www.eaglecounty.us
July 14, 2014
The Honorable Jared Polis
501 Cannon House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Dear Congressman Polis:
EAGLE COUNTY
]ILL H. RYAN
SARA J. FISHER
KATHY CHANDLER -HENRY
We are writing to express our support for the Rocky Mountain Recreation and Wilderness Preservation
Act recently proposed by your office. As you are aware, Eagle County played an active role in analyzing
and vetting the original wilderness expansion effort, then known as the Hidden Gems Wilderness Project,
which included the Freeman Creek, 5praddle Creek and No Name wilderness additions. We believe these
areas continue to qualify for wilderness protection status, and we are pleased to see that they have been
included in your proposed legislation.
Wilderness lands reflect the history and heritage of Colorado's scenic high country. In Eagle County, their
presence and availability is essential to local lifestyles, the quality of our environment and the strength of
our tourism economy. While a balanced approach to land management that considers the needs of all
user groups is necessary, we believe that expending wilderness to carefully selected land areas will
provide long lasting benefits. We would note certain lower elevation lands that were included in the
original Hidden Gems proposal are not currently being considered, and would offer our support in efforts
to get these valuable ecosystem linkage areas designated for protection in the near future.
Many thanks to you and your staff for your continued efforts to preserve beautiful places in Colorado.
co
Sincerely,
Eagle County Board of Commissioners
Jill H. Ryan Sara J. Fisher
Chairman Commissioner
Cc.: Senator Mark Udal l
Congressman Scott Tipton
jKathytandler-Henry
Commissioner
Eagle County Building, 500 Broadway, P.O. Box 850, Eagle, Colorado 89631 -0850
RESOLUTION NO. 21
SERIES OF 2010
A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR CONGRESSIONAL WILDERNESS
DESIGNATION OF SIX SEPARATE AREAS ON PUBLIC LANDS SURROUNDING OR NEARBY
THE TOWN OF VAIL.
WHEREAS the Town of Vail is located in the heart of Colorado's mountains and is
surrounded by vast and untrammeled natural beauty, and;
WHEREAS Vail's world class resort status and economic viability depend on maintaining
unsurpassed landscapes, impeccable water and air quality, places of solace and quietude, as
well as places to recreate in every manner including skiing and snowboarding, hunting and
fishing, hiking and camping, and;
WHEREAS the public and private lands around Vail that support such values are under
increasing pressure due to population growth and growing recreational interest, and;
WHEREAS Congressional designation of public lands as wilderness protects vital habitat
and helps ensure that land and water resources not be degraded by human activity but instead
be conserved for present and future generations and;
WHEREAS no public lands in Eagle County have been designated as wilderness since
1980, and;
WHEREAS there is currently a proposal before Congress to designate as wilderness
portions of the White River National Forest and surrounding Bureau of Land Management areas
in Eagle County, including several in the vicinity of Vail.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that in order to leave a balanced public lands
legacy to future generations and as a showcase of our stewardship today, the Town Council of
the Town of Vail, Colorado:
1. Hereby states its support for nearby proposed wilderness areas, which are
expansions to the existing Eagle's Nest and Holy Cross Wilderness Areas in the
vicinity of the Town, specifically Spraddle Creek, Freeman Creek, Corral Creek,
those portions of Elliot Ridge located in Eagle County, Homestake and No Name;
2. Urges Colorado's congressional delegation to enact laws so as to grant wilderness
designation for the above named areas in as timely a fashion as possible.
INTRODUCED, PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Town Council of
the Town of Vail held this 215` day of September, 2010.
J, 6SL;el
Dick Clevelan ,
>f Vail, Colorado
Resoh
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Proposed Spraddle Creek, Freeman Creek,
No Name, Acorn Creek, Hoosier Ridge,
Vicinity Map References
Draft map prepared by the U.S. Forest Service, Region 2, White River National Forest
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at the request of Congressman Polis, Colorado.
Proposed wilderness and special management area boundaries
® are general representations and do not represent legal boundary descriptions.
N Boundary Source: Congressman Polis' staff, USFS staff.
Additional data sources: Forest roads and trails, Land ownership - USFS,
Map scale is 1:200,000 (when printed at 34 "x22 "). Map Coordinates in NAD83, UTM Zone 13N.
Disclaimer
The USDA Forest Service makes no warranty, expressed or implied
regarding the data displayed on this map, and reserves the right to
correct, update, modify, or replace this information without notification.
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Private or Other Land
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Ranger District Boundary
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Multi -Lane Divided Highway
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Jitions, Tenmile, Ute Pass
Fork Wilderness areas:
gulch, Tenmile North and
vile South SMAs.
July, 2014
Rocky Mountain Recreation and Wilderness Preservation Act
DRAFT Legislative Map 11
Approximately 58,400 Proposed Acres.
Spraddle Creek, Freeman Creek, No Name, Acorn Creek, Hoosier Ridge,
Ptarmigan Additions, Tenmile, Ute Pass and Williams Fork Wilderness areas;
Porcupine Gulch, Tenmile North and Tenmile South SMAs.
Eagle and Summit Counties, Colorado
U.S. Forest Service - Rocky Mountain Region
White River National Forest
Dillon Ranger Districts
U.S. Congressional District 2, Colorado
This map generally depicts the boundaries of the proposed
Spraddle Creek, Freeman Creek, No Name,
Acorn Creek, Hoosier Ridge, Ptarmigan Additions, Tenmile, Ute Pass and Williams Fork Wilderness areas;
Porcupine Gulch, Tenmile North and Tenmile South SMAs.
Copies of this map are available for public inspection in the
Office of the Regional Forester, Rocky Mountain Region,
Golden, Colorado.
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References
Draft map prepared by the U.S. Forest Service, Region 2, White River National Forest
at the request of Congressman Polis, Colorado.
Proposed wilderness and special management area boundaries
are general representations and do not represent legal boundary descriptions.
Boundary Source: Congressman Polis' staff, USFS staff.
Additional data sources: Forest roads and trails, Land ownership - USFS,
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regarding the data displayed on this map, and reserves the right to
correct, update, modify, or replace this information without notification.
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Tammy Nagel
From:tmullen@westvail.com
Sent:Monday, August 04, 2014 9:09 PM
To:Council Dist List
Subject:Wilderness Bill/additional lands
Dear Vail Town Council,
As a business owner in Vail, I’m in favor of more protected wilderness lands and happy to see
Congressman Polis introduce legislation. People come to Vail for the opportunity to hike and be in
beautiful, quiet areas, and that’s one reason my business thrives in this mountain resort.
Recently, I had a niece and nephew visit the area for a week. During that week, we all enjoyed hiking,
rafting, shopping in Vail, and a trip to Glenwood Springs. At the end of the week both my niece and
nephew said that the highlight of their trip was a hike to Pitkin Lake in the Eagles Nest Wilderness area.
Protecting additional lands as wilderness areas is critical to future generations. As the population of
Colorado continues to grow the ability for people to enjoy wilderness areas has become more difficult.
"In order to assure that an increasing population,
The Wilderness Act of 1964 states:
accompanied by expanding
settlement and growing mechanization, does not occupy and modify all areas within the United
States and its possessions, leaving no lands designated for preservation and protection in their
natural condition, it is hereby declared to be the policy of the Congress to secure for the
American people of present and future generations the benefits of an enduring resource of
wilderness."
Thank you,
Tom Mullen
West Vail Liquor Mart
970-476-2420
westvail.com
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Tammy Nagel
From:Donny Shefchik <donny@paragonguides.com>
Sent:Tuesday, August 05, 2014 2:43 PM
To:Council Dist List
Subject:Support for Rep. Polis' wilderness bill
Attachments:pastedGraphic.pdf; ATT00001.htm
Unfortunately I am not able to be at tonights Council meeting to voice my support for the wilderness proposal
that is before the council. Please include my email with those supporting tyne proposal. Thank you, Donny
Shefchik
In the spirit of adventure,
Donny Shefchik
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Tammy Nagel
From:Susie Kincade <susiek@whiteriverwild.org>
Sent:Tuesday, August 05, 2014 2:59 PM
To:Council Dist List
Subject:Wilderness support and clarification
Dear Vail Town Council Members,
It came to my attention late last week when I was out of town that you would be talking about Wilderness and Rep.
Polis’s proposal tonight at your meeting. I’d like to clarify a couple of things for you as you go into this meeting and of
course I’ll be on hand tonight.
BACKGROUND:
This is an introduction of a revised bill from Rep. Polis. The Vail Town Council voted to support his previous bill in
2010/2011 which was much broader in scope. Since his district boundaries changed, Polis removed proposed wilderness
areas in western Eagle County that are no longer in his district. That leaves the areas closer to Vail: Spraddle Creek, No
Name and Freeman Creek in his bill. A total of just 13,000 acres that will be discussed tonight. These are additions to the
Holy Cross (No Name) and the Eagle’s Nest Wilderness areas (Spraddle and Freeman Creeks).
CONTINUED OUTREACH:
Since 2010, Polis’s staff and wilderness advocates have continued to do outreach to all stakeholders and have made
significant progress in assuaging any remaining concerns. As you are probably aware, Wilderness is open to everyone,
just not to mechanized or motorized travel. Horses, fishing, human powered boats, hiking, backpacking, cross country
skiing, are just a few of the uses allowed in wilderness. Wilderness protects lands, habitats and watersheds from logging,
mineral extraction, road building, drilling, and other activities that interfere with the natural processes of nature. Fire
suppression is absolutely allowed in Wilderness. Vail’s fire chief has reviewed the Spraddle Creek area and helped set
boundaries to ensure access, mitigation, and a substantial suppression buffer, which, incidentally has been enlarged.
The three areas under review tonight have been fully vetted and Polis’s proposal has been endorsed by the Eagle County
Outdoor recreation is
Board of Commissioners and by Vail Resorts. The economic value of our wild lands is clear.
critical to Colorado’s economy, and of course to Vail’s. It generates $13.2 billion in consumer spending and is
responsible for 125,000 jobs that pay $4.2 billion in salaries and wages. The ecosystem services provided by
wilderness quality lands, that is
the value of watershed protection, carbon storage, climate regulation, and waste
treatment $174 per acre per year, according to one estimate.
And in the case of individual businesses, the one that was most affected by the Spraddle Creek addition to the Eagle’s
Nest Wilderness, the Spraddle Creek Stables, has been heard and accommodated by the removal of nearly 1000 acres
from the proposal. Likewise, mountain bikers were accommodated with another removal of some 300 acres for a future
extension of the North trail.
I hope this gives you some background to the Congressman’s latest proposal which you’ll be hearing more about from
his staff tonight.
I’m happy to connect with you at any time to discuss wilderness and the efforts of Eagle County citizens to protect the
last remaining wilderness quality lands in our area.
Thanks for all you do in service to our community!
All the best,
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Susie Kincade
Eagle County Wilderness Advocate
970-328-5472
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
MEETING DATE: August 5, 2014
ITEM /TOPIC: Booth Creek Park Update:
The purpose of this discussion is to present the recommended list of park amenities to be
included in the design of Booth Creek Park for the Town Council to review and accept or
modify and approve. 2.
PRESENTER(S): Todd Oppenheimer, Public Works
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Staff requests the Council to review the suggested
Design Program and approve and as written or as modified, and direct staff to prepare a
Preliminary Design Concept for review by the community and Council.
BACKGROUND: Please see the attached memorandum.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Council approve the suggested Design
Program, as written or as modified, and direct staff to prepare a Preliminary Design Concept
for review by the community and Council.
ATTACHMENTS:
Memorandurn
8/5/2014
TOWN OF
0 VAIL `
Memorandum
To:
Vail Town Council
From:
Department of Public Works
Date:
August 5, 2014
Subject:
Booth Creek Park — selection of park amenities.
Introduction:
The purpose of this discussion is to present the recommended list of park amenities to be
included in the design of Booth Creek Park for the Town Council to review and accept or modify
and approve.
Background:
The first community planning meeting for Booth Creek Park was held on April 24, 2014, at the
Vail Mountain School. Approximately 35 people from the community were in attendance. Staff
presented the 5 Park Options which had been previously reviewed by the Council on April 1,
2014. Information from the April 24 community meeting was presented to the Town Council on
May 20, 2104. The issue of pickleball courts and associated noise problems dominated the
discussion. The Town Council requested the Town of Vail -Vail Recreation District
Subcommittee convene to discuss pickleball and the design of Booth Creek Park.
The Recreation Subcommittee convened on June 18, 2014, to discuss pickleball and the
possible features to be included in the design of Booth Creek Park. Several community
members were present and were allowed to address the Subcommittee in regard to their
opinions concerning the design of the park. During the discussion, members of the Vail
Recreation District (VRD) reiterated the District's statements concerning pickleball facilities
within Vail made at the June 17, 2014, Town Council session. The VRD intends to convert one
of the tennis courts at Golden Peak into 4 pickleball courts leaving one hard - surface tennis court
in place. Long term, the VRD will consider converting all Golden Peak courts to pickleball and
would utilize additional hard - surface tennis courts at Booth Creek Park. At this time, the 4
pickleball courts have been created at Golden Peak and are being heavily utilized.
TOV/VRD Subcommittee and Public Discussion:
The Subcommittee accepted the VRD recommendation to further develop pickleball courts at
Golden Peak and to exclude them from the Booth Creek Park design. Discussion regarding the
features to include on the park design included the following items:
• A natural playground
• Loop path with an investigation of the feasibility of a second bridge over Booth Creek
• A double tennis court
• Open turf grass
• Picnic facilities
• Restrooms
While the Recreation subcommittee did not prepare a specific recommendation for the Town
Council regarding the design of Booth Creek Park, the following statements summarize the
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input received and the discussion that has occurred to date through community meeting, emails
and public comment.
• There is a desire to retain much of the natural character of the site, especially the mature
trees. The existing vegetation creates a visual screen to 1 -70 traffic although it does not
provide a significant noise barrier. The town should avoid over - developing the site with
too many amenities.
• Parking for this community park facility is required. The recommended number of
spaces to be provided will be based on a formula derived from the National Recreation
and Parks Association Standards. Parking would be allowed on- street, in parallel
spaces, as there is no Town Development Standard prohibiting it. Accommodations for
accessible parking spaces and routes must be included.
• Pedestrian walkways and paths should be a mixture of hard and soft surfaces. There is
some interest in interpretive natural trails within Tract B. The feasibility of a second
pedestrian bridge across Booth Creek has been evaluated, although support for this
amenity is limited. A second pedestrian bridge, approximately 190 feet upstream from
the existing culvert crossing, is feasible. The bridge will be required to be a minimum 65
feet in length to clear the 100 year floodplain. Construction of the bridge footings will
disturb a high quality riparian area and require the removal of approximately 8 mature
trees. A looped, paved pathway (utilizing the existing bike path) for kids on bikes,
scooters and rollerblades is desired.
• An area of open turf grass for a variety of park activities is desired. This traditional park
amenity can be a key element in the design that will be heavily used.
• The majority of comments favor bringing tennis back to the park. This is further
supported by the long -term goals of the VRD to provide hard - surface tennis facilities for
the community.
• The inclusion of a playground in the park seems to be a given. The existing structures
are noncompliant with current safety standards and have experienced some
deterioration due to insect damage. The majority of the discussion focused on the use
of natural materials and artist involvement. Additional comments received were in
reference to a need for park elements for youth who may not be interested in traditional
playground equipment. There was some interest in fitness /exercise equipment in
addition to playground equipment. These types of park amenities are becoming
increasing popular and are not currently represented in the town's park system.
• The majority of comments favor including a restroom in the park design. The
community -wide use of all the town's parks and the inclusion of a children's playground
make an accessible restroom a requirement. The design of the building should be
sensitive to the natural surroundings.
• Most comments favored the inclusion of a picnic facility in addition to a restroom. Picnic
tables can be located throughout the park area. A small picnic shelter would be heavily
used and an appreciated amenity.
• Other comments have included park amenities such as a sledding hill, half court
basketball, horseshoes, tetherball and a small lecture /amphitheater area that could be
used as an outdoor class room or small performance space. Keeping in mind the desire
to not over develop the site, some of these suggestions are probably not appropriate for
this park while others may be desired.
Suggested Design Program:
The list of desired amenities and other features of the park are referred to as the Design
Program. This is a suggested list based on the collective discussion and public comment that
has occurred as well as the design experience and knowledge of the staff assigned to the
project. The list is preliminary in that spatial requirements have not yet been assigned to the
different items on the list. The suggested Design Program for Booth Creek Park is as follows:
1. Natural areas
2. Parallel parking on Manns Ranch Road
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3. Looped paved path using the existing bike path. This will also be the accessible route
through the park
4. Soft surface pathways within the natural areas. Consider interpretive signage as
appropriate. Revisit a second pedestrian bridge based on outcome of feasibility study
5. Open turf grass area as a significant design element of the park
6. Double, hard - surface, post tensioned concrete tennis court
7. Playground with natural elements and artistic components
8. A limited number of fitness /exercise equipment sensitively placed throughout the park
9. Public restroom, 2- stall, 3 season, accessible and sensitive to the natural setting
10. Picnic Shelter for 2 to 3 picnic tables with other picnic tables, benches and bike racks
throughout the park
11. Other small park amenities, such as horseshoes or tetherball, as may be accommodated
without over developing the site
Next Steps:
The Design Program as amended and approved by the Town Council will be used by staff to
develop a Preliminary Design Concept to be presented to the Council and community at a later
Council session. The Preliminary Design Concept will be posted to the town's website for
community review and consideration. A preliminary cost estimate will accompany the design
concept. Once the Preliminary Design Concept is approved by the Town Council, staff will
begin the process of applying for and obtaining approval by the Planning and Environmental
Commission and Design Review Board, as well as receiving a recommendation for a
playground artist from the Art in Public Places Board.
Budget:
Currently funds for the redevelopment of Booth Creek Park are included in the RETT Capital
Budget in 2014 and 2017 for a total amount of $2.45M. This amount represents sufficient
funding to design and construct any of the park amenities currently under consideration. The
majority of the park development funds are included in the 2017 budget. Timing of the funding
will be reviewed in the context of the 2015 budget and 5 year capital plan deliberation.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends the Council approve the suggested Design Program, as written or as
modified, and direct staff to prepare a Preliminary Design Concept for review by the community
and Council. Staff also requests direction from the Council in regard to what year to initiate the
redevelopment of Booth Creek Park.
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
MEETING DATE: August 5, 2014
ITEM /TOPIC: A request to extend the termination date of the Timber Ridge Pre - Development
Agreement.
PRESENTER(S): George Ruther, Director of Community Development
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: The Vail Town Council is being asked to extend the
termination date of the Timber Ridge Pre - Development Agreement. The request is to extend
the termination date of the Agreement from August 15, 2014 to September 16, 2014. All other
terms of the Pre - Development Agreement will remain unchanged. Is the Vail Town Manager
authorized to sign a letter agreement extending the termination date of the Timber Ridge Pre -
Development Agreement to September 16, 2014?
BACKGROUND: The Pre - Development Agreement established terms for the redevelopment
of the Timber Ridge site. Among, other standard provisions, the Agreement established a
"Term and Termination" provision. According to Section 6, of the Agreement,
"This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and terminate on August 15, 2014
(unless such date is extended by mutual agreement of the Parties); provided that the
Developer may terminate this Agreement earlier than such date upon thirty (30) days written
notice to the Town."
Based upon the Term and Termination provision, it was contemplated and understood by the
Parties that an extension to the Agreement may be mutually beneficial.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Town staff recommends the Vail Town Council
authorizes the Town Manager to sign a letter agreement that extends the termination of the
Pre - Development Agreement from August 15, 2014 to September 16, 2014. Said letter
agreement must be approved as to form by the Town Attorney.
ATTACHMENTS:
Town Council Memorandum
8/5/2014
TOWN O'F
Memorandum
TO: Vail Town Council
FROM: George Ruther, Director of Community Development
DATE: August 5, 2014
SUBJECT: A request to extend the termination date of the Timber Ridge Pre - Development
Agreement.
I. DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST
The Developer, Gary Gorman of Gorman and Company, and the Town staff wish to
extend the termination date of the Timber Ridge Pre - Development Agreement, dated
November 4, 2013. The purpose of the extension request is to afford the developer and
the Town 30 additional days to finalize the steps in securing financing for the
redevelopment project.
II. BACKGROUND
A Pre - Development Agreement was executed by and between the Developer and the
Town. The Agreement establishes terms for the future redevelopment of the Timber
Ridge site. Since the execution of the Agreement, the Developer and the Town have
diligently pursued the steps needed to redevelopment Timber Ridge. For example, a
development plan has been approved, a building permit application has been submitted,
approved and is ready for issuance, the terms of the final Development Agreement,
Ground Lease and Deed Restriction have all been agreed to, the east side units have
been vacated, all necessary rockfall mitigation work is complete, and asbestos
abatement is underway along with the installation of the site construction fence. The
finalization of the financing is all the remains.
The Pre - Development Agreement established terms for the redevelopment of the
Timber Ridge site. Among, other standard provisions, the Agreement established a
"Term and Termination" provision. According to Section 6, of the Agreement,
"This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and terminate on
August 15, 2014 (unless such date is extended by mutual agreement of
the Parties); provided that the Developer may terminate this Agreement
earlier than such date upon thirty (30) days written notice to the Town."
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Based upon the Term and Termination provision, it was contemplated and
understood by the Parties that an extension to the Agreement may be mutually
beneficial.
III. ACTION REQUESTED
The Vail Town Council is being asked to extend the termination date of the
Timber Ridge Pre - Development Agreement. The request is to extend the
termination date from August 15, 2014 to September 16, 2014. All other terms of
the Pre - Development Agreement will remain unchanged.
Is the Vail Town manager authorized to sign a letter agreement extending the
termination date to September 16, 2014?
IV. RECOMMENDATION
The Town staff recommends the Vail Town Council authorizes the Town
Manager to sign a letter agreement that extends the termination of the Pre -
Development Agreement from August 15, 2014 to September 16, 2014. Said
letter agreement must first be approved as to form by the Town Attorney.
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
MEETING DATE: August 5, 2014
ITEM /TOPIC: Resolution No. 18, Series of 2014, A Resolution Approving a Development
Agreement for the Timber Ridge Property.
PRESENTER(S): George Ruther, Director of Community Development
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with modification, or deny
Resolution No. 18, Series of 2014.
BACKGROUND: The Town of Vail ( "Town ") and Gorman & Company, Inc. ( "Developer ") are
in the final stages of implementing a redevelopment plan for the easternmost 5.24 acres of
property at the Timber Ridge Village Apartments. To date, the Town and Developer have
agreed upon both a Ground Lease and Deed Restriction intended to facilitate the
redevelopment project. The approval of the Timber Ridge Development Agreement is one of
only a few remaining issues to address by the Town and Developer.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Town staff recommends the Vail Town Council approves the
Development Agreement as presented. Staff finds the proposed Agreement addresses all of
the necessary issues required to facilitate the redevelopment project as approved and agreed
upon by the two parties.
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution No. 18, Series of 2014
8/5/2014
RESOLUTION NO. 18
SERIES OF 2014
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE TIMBER
RIDGE PROPERTY
WHEREAS, the Town of Vail is planning a redevelopment project for the Timber
Ridge property;
WHEREAS, the purpose of the redevelopment project is to provide employee
housing;
WHEREAS, the Town wishes to facilitate the redevelopment of the Property
consistent with the Housing zone district and those plans approved by the Town of Vail
PEC and DRB; and
WHEREAS, to accomplish the redevelopment of the Property the Town desires
to enter into a Development Agreement with the developer of the property, Lion's Ridge
Apartment Homes, LLC;
WHEREAS, on April 1, 2014, the Town Council approved a prior versions of the
Development Agreement, but that version was never executed, and since that time,
certain provisions of the Development Agreement have changed; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council wishes to approve the Development Agreement in
substantially the form attached hereto, and to authorize the Town Manager to execute
the Development Agreement at closing.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO THAT:
Section 1. The Council hereby approves the Agreement and authorizes the
Town Manager to enter into the Agreement on behalf of the Town in substantially the
same form as attached hereto, subject to final approval by the Town Attorney.
Section 2. The Town Council hereby authorizes the Town Manager to execute
the Development Agreement at closing in the final form approved by the Town Attorney.
INTRODUCED, PASSED AND ADOPTED this 5t" day of August, 2014.
Andrew P. Daly, Mayor
ATTEST:
Patty McKenney, Town Clerk
Resolution No. 18, Series 2014 8/5/2014
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
THIS DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (the "Agreement ") is made this day of
, 2014 (the "Effective Date "), by and between the Town of Vail, Colorado, a
Colorado home rule municipality (the "Town "), and Lion's Ridge Apartment Homes, LLC, a
Wisconsin limited liability company ( "Developer ") (individually a "Party" and collectively the
"Parties ").
WHEREAS, the Town is the owner of certain real property, more particularly described in
Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference (the "Property ");
WHEREAS, the Town has agreed to lease the Property to Developer for development of the
Property for employee housing ( "Development ") pursuant to the Ground Lease dated
, 2014 and between the Town and Developer (the "Ground Lease ");
WHEREAS the Development is subject to a Deed Restriction in the form attached to the
Ground Lease as Exhibit B;
WHEREAS, the Town and Developer entered into a Pre - Development Agreement dated
November 4, 2013 regarding the Property, which pre - Development Agreement shall be deemed
superseded by this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Parties wish to elaborate on the terms of the Development process and
parameters of the Development.
NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants
contained herein, the sufficiency of which is mutually acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:
1. Obligations of the Town. The Town covenants and agrees as follows:
systems, at the Town's sole eest. The feekfall mitigation systems shall be designed and
eonstfueted in aeear-danee with Chaptef 12 21 of the Vail Town Code. The feekfall ni�tigatioii sh
be eemplete on of befef e August 15, 2014 unless a later- date is nTdtually agf eed upon byboth •
b. The Town and Developer shall grant to each other, for the benefit of the Property and
the Adjacent Property, such temporary construction easements across the Property and the Adjacent
Property that are mutually determined to be necessary for the Development. Upon completion ofthe
Development, appropriate permanent easements, including without limitation utility, drainage, and
access easements, will be granted by the Parties for the benefit of the Property and the Adjacent
Property.
C. The Town shall refund 100% of all amounts paid by the Developer for the Town's
construction and building materials use tax applicable to the Property, which refund shall be paid by
the Town to Developer within 5 business days after Developer's payment to the Town.
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2. Obligations of Developer. Developer covenants and agrees as follows:
a. The Development shall at all times be subject to the Vail Town Code, and Developer
shall be responsible for payment of the Town's typical and customary plan review fees for review of
all plans for the Property.
b. Developer shall be responsible for all demolition and building permit fees for permits
issued by the Town in connection with the Development.
C. Developer shall be solely responsible to procure financing for the Development. If
Developer wishes to use federal funds for the Development, it shall be Developer's sole responsibility
to procure such funds.
d. At no time shall the Development eliminate access to or the ability to safely occupy or
operate the Timber Ridge housing units currently existing on the real property adjacent to the
Property, as more particularly described in the Ground Lease (the "Adjacent Property ").
e. Developer shall, at its sole cost, construct new improvements on the Property in
accordance with the construction standards set forth herein and other applicable law.
"Improvements" means any buildings, structures, signage, streets, sidewalks, utilities or other
improvements necessary for the Development and constructed or installed by or for Developer on the
Property. Developer shall commence construction of the Improvements by September 30,
2014A-ugust 15, , unless a later date is mutually agreed to by both Parties, and shall achieve
substantial completion of the Improvements on or before the date that is 16 months after the date that
Developer commences construction of the Improvements, unless a later date is mutually agreed to by
both Parties.
fi. Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy, Developer shall apply for and record a
revocable right -of -way permit for any and all private property improvements located within Town
rights -of -way.
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address sueh matters as excavation phasing, engiffieef!ed shofing plans, detailed profiles and eross
--tio., existing utilities, mater-ials storage, and pennanent and temporary easemepAs.
gk. Prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy, Developer shall make a one time
payment in lieu of transportation improvements to the Town for mitigation of development impacts
on the Town's transportation systems of $170,000.
L Pfior- to issuanee of a building pefmit, Developer shall submit and obtain approval
red anab,sis of gabionv�,alls proposed to femain oin the site. Said analysis sha14 addfess the-
extstfng stfuetufal eonditions of the walls, how t' ails will be physically integrated into th-e
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,,-king lot and ,7 five .,isles to r r tie into the proposed „ts
n. Dfio - to . ..1 ,ing F r ., building p niit Developer- shall obtain ., Notice to Pf!o eed
from the Color-ado Depar-tmepA of Tr-anspoftation ("CDOT11Y.
0. Developef shall not appb, for- a building pefmit ttntil the Town has appfeved a pafking
management plan faf the Development.
3. Construction of Improvements.
a. All construction, alterations, renovations, repairs, refurbishment and other work on the
Property shall be performed in compliance with this Agreement, the Deed Restriction, the Vail Town
Code and the following:
b. Work shall be done in a workmanlike manner, in full compliance with all applicable
building codes, ordinances, and other laws or regulations of all governmental authorities having
jurisdiction.
C. No work shall be commenced without all licenses, permits, and authorizations required
by applicable law.
d. Developer shall have no right, authority or power to bind the Town or any interest of
the Town in the Property for any claim for labor or for material or for any other charge or expense
incurred in constructing any Improvements or performing any alteration, renovation, repair,
refurbishment or other work, nor to render the Town's interest in the Property liable for any lien or
right of lien for any labor, materials or other charge or expense.
e. Developer shall not be considered the agent of the Town in the construction, erection
or operation of any Improvements.
f. If Developer fails to complete the Improvements as required by this Agreement, the
Town shall have the right, but not the obligation, to: complete the Improvements; restore the
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Property to the condition it was prior to commencement of construction of the Improvements; or
restore the Property to a condition that the Town deems safe while awaiting completion of the
Improvements by another party; and to charge the costs thereof to Developer.
4. Development Fee. Developer shall be entitled to a development fee (the "Development Fee ")
in connection with the Development. The amount of the Development Fee shall not exceed the
maximum development fee allowed by the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority under its
qualified allocation plan adopted on October 25, 2012 and approved by the governor on January 16,
2013. The Development Fee may be paid from any project sources including, without limitation, debt
proceeds, equity proceeds, and income from the Development.
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"Lendef Resefve").
56. Term. This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date, and shall terminate upon
termination of the Ground Lease.
67. Security. Developer shall require the general contractor responsible for constructing the
Improvements to provide a performance bond to Developer to guarantee the construction of the
Improvements. The performance bond shall be equal to the full amount of the cost of construction of
the Improvements. Developer shall provide a copy of such performance bond to the Town prior to
commencing construction of the Improvements.
79. Insurance. Throughout the term of this Agreement, Developer shall maintain the following
insurance, and certificates of such insurance shall be furnished to the Town within 30 days of the
Effective Date and at each subsequent policy renewal date:
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a. Commercial general liability insurance, including contractual liability, with limits of not
less than $2,000,000 per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury and property damage, naming
the Town as an additional insured.
b. Fire and extended coverage insurance covering the Property for injury or damage by
the elements, or through any other cause, in an amount not less than the full actual replacement cost
of the Property and Improvements, and sufficient to prevent the Town or Developer frombecoming a
co- insurer of any partial loss.
During the course of any construction or repair of Improvements, Builders' Risk
Insurance.
81. Developer Default and Remedies.
a. Each of the following is a Developer default of this Agreement:
i. If Developer fails to perform any of its obligations under this Agreement and
fails to remedy the same within 30 days after Developer is given a written notice specifying
the same; provided that, if the nature of the violation is such that it cannot reasonably be
remedied within 30 days, and Developer provides evidence to the Town that the violation
cannot reasonably be remedied within 30 days, then the violation shall be remedied as soon as
reasonably practicable, but in any case, within 180 days of the original notice of violation.
ii. If an involuntary petition is filed against Developer under a bankruptcy or
insolvency law or under the reorganization provisions of any law, or when a receiver of
Developer, or of all or substantially all of the property of Developer, is appointed without
acquiescence, and such petition or appointment is not discharged or stayed within 120 days
after the happening of such event.
iii. If Developer makes an assignment of its property for the benefit of creditors or
files a voluntary petition under a bankruptcy or insolvency law, or seeks relief under any other
law for the benefit of debtors.
b. If a Developer default occurs, the Town may, in its sole discretion and without waiving
any other rights under this Agreement or available to the Town:
i. Withhold issuance of certificates of occupancy not yet issued for any buildings
on the Property until said default has been remedied;
ii. Cause construction of all or part of the Improvements to be completed, and
recover the costs of such completion from Developer; and
iii. Cause the removal of any partially constructed Improvements and return ofthe
Property to the condition it was prior to the commencement of construction, and recover the
costs of such removal from Developer.
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C. In addition to the specific remedies set forth herein, the Town shall have all other
remedies available at law or equity, and the exercise of one remedy shall not preclude the exercise of
any other remedy, and any damages alleged by the Town may include lost rents.
d. If the Town proceeds to complete the Improvements, Developer shall, at the request
of the Town, promptly deliver a copy to the Town of all of Developer's plans and specifications
related to the Improvements.
94-0. Town Default and Remedies.
a. The following is a Town default of this Agreement: if the Town fails perform any of
its obligations under this Agreement and fails to remedy the same within 30 days after the Town is
given a written notice specifying the same; provided that, if the nature of the violation is such that it
cannot reasonably be remedied within 30 days, and the Town provides evidence to Developer that the
violation cannot reasonably be remedied within 30 days, then the violation shall be remedied as soon
as reasonably practicable, but in any case, within 180 days of the original notice of violation.
b. If a Town default occurs, Developer shall have all remedies available at law or equity,
and the exercise of one remedy shall not preclude the exercise of any other remedy.
101. Notices. Any notice under this Agreement shall be in writing and may be given by U. S. Mail,
postage prepaid, addressed as set forth herein; or hand - delivery. Notice shall be effective three days
after mailing or immediately upon hand - delivery. The addresses of the Parties shall, unless changed in
writing, be as follows:
The Town: Town Manager
Town of Vail
75 South Frontage Road
Vail, CO 81657
Developer: Lion's Ridge Apartment Homes, LLC
200 North Main Street
Oregon, WI 53575
Attn: Gary J. Gorman
With a copy to: Willis J. Wright, Jr.
Wright and Company, Inc.
P.O. Box 7270
Avon, CO 81620
112. Costs. Except as otherwise set forth herein, each Party shall be responsible for its own costs
under this Agreement.
123. Modification. This Agreement may only be modified by subsequent written agreement ofthe
Parties.
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134. Inte rag tion. This Agreement and any attached exhibits constitute the entire agreement
between Developer and the Town, superseding all prior oral or written communications. This
Agreement shall supersede the Pre - Development Agreement between the Town and Developer dated
November 4, 2013.
145. Binding Effect. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the Parties
and their respective heirs, successors and assigns.
156. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is determined to be void by a court of
competent jurisdiction, such determination shall not affect any other provision hereof, and all of the
other provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
167. Governing Law and Venue. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of
Colorado, and any legal action concerning the provisions hereof shall be brought in Eagle County,
Colorado.
17 -9. Assignment. There shall be no transfer or assignment of any of the rights or obligations of
Developer under this Agreement without the prior written approval of the Town; provided, however,
that Developer may make a single assignment of this Agreement to a limited liability company in
which Developer is a member without such prior written approval. Developer shall provide the Town
with written notice of such assignment within thirty (30) days thereof.
189. Third Parties. There are no intended third -party beneficiaries to this Agreement.
192. -0. Contingency; No Debt. Pursuant to Article X, § 20 of the Colorado Constitution, any
financial obligations of the Town under this Agreement are specifically contingent upon annual
appropriation of funds sufficient to perform such obligations. This Agreement shall never constitute a
debt or obligation of the Town within any statutory or constitutional provision.
2024. No Joint Venture. Notwithstanding any provision hereof, the Town shall never be a joint
venture in any private entity or activity which participates in this Agreement, and the Town shall
never be liable or responsible for any debt or obligation of any participant in this Agreement.
212. Force Majeure. Neither the Town nor Developer shall be in breach of this Agreement if a
failure to perform any of the duties under this Franchise is due to Force Majeure, which shall be
defined as the inability to undertake or perform any of the duties under this Agreement due to acts of
God, floods, storms, fires, sabotage, terrorist attack, strikes, riots, war, labor disputes, forces of
nature or the authority and orders of government.
222. Recordiniz. This Agreement shall be recorded with the Eagle County Clerk and Recorder
subsequent to the Deed Restriction, but prior to any mortgage or other encumbrance on the
Improvements or the Property. The obligations of Developer under this Agreement shall run with the
land, and shall be binding on any subsequent holder of an interest in the Improvements or in the
Property.
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WHEREFORE, the Parties have executed this Agreement on the day and year first above
written.
ATTEST:
Patty McKenneyTanmiy Nage', AetingTown Clerk
LION'S RIDGE APARTMENTS, LLC
By:
Name:
Its:
STATE OF COLORADO
ss.
COUNTY OF
TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO
Andy P. Daly, Mayor
The foregoing instrument was subscribed, sworn to, and acknowledged before me this
day of ' 2014, by as the
of Lion's Ridge Apartments, LLC.
My commission expires:
(SEAL)
Notary Public
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
Lot 2, Timber Ridge Subdivision, A Resubdivision of Lion's Ridge Subdivision, Block C, A
Resubdivision of Lots 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5, Town of Vail, County of Eagle, State of Colorado.
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Tammy Nagel
From:Paul Rondeau <nanpaul@vail.net>
Sent:Monday, August 04, 2014 7:47 PM
To:Council Dist List
Subject:Timber Ridge Village Apartments Contract Renegotiation
Attachments:Timber Ridge Village Apartments Contract Renegotiation.rtf
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Folks........
I don't have all the facts regarding this proposal or the benefit of looking at
Summit County.
I do believe in representative government and am appreciative of your
serving on the Council.
Further, I believe when sticky issues come up, one has to go back to
mission, vision, precedents
and certain un-written, but understood principles before acting--especially
where the implications
of actions being in-place or in-your-face 5, 10, 15, etc. years down the
line. As to the
current situation:
O A cynic might say: its a bait-and-switch when they know they "have you"
as the
apartments have been emptied, people are excited, etc.!
O A skeptic might say: what kind of a contract and project management
system would
allow this to come up at this point in the process and without multiple
options to work through?
O A pragmatist might say: we have financial heavy weights (both full time
and 2nd
homeowners) who love Vail, who are used to dealing with projects much
larger than
this, who could do a quarter turn on their chair, pickup the phone to call a
"212" contact
to say "Vail is the ultimate location outside of New York City, please show
them how to
write a long term lease of land, without ever selling irreplaceable assets!"
In any case, its all about process where a executive session might be
followed up with
a Resolution the same day and without the opportunity for the public to
weigh in on this
unless they just happened to be in town at this very moment.
Finally, yes we are all in favor of a rebuilt Timber Ridge, but we have to
have not only
world class employee housing, but done with world class (Donald Trump
style)
negotiations.
Regards............. Paul Rondeau
rowH Of vn �ii>
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
MEETING DATE: August 5, 2014
ITEM /TOPIC: Resolution No. 21, Series of 2014 A Resolution Approving the Ground Lease
and Deed Restriction for the Timber Ridge Property
PRESENTER(S): George Ruther, Director of Community Development
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with amendments or deny
Resolution No. 21, Series of 2014
BACKGROUND: The Town of Vail is interested in redeveloping the eastern 5.24 acres of the
Timber Ridge property in Vail. The proposed ground lease and deed restriction documents
are necessary to successfully carry out the redevelopment project. With the ground lease and
deed restrictions in place, the project will remain on schedule for the completion of the project
by the Fall of 2015.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Town staff recommends the Vail Town Council approves
the ground lease and deed restriction as presented.
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution No. 21 Series of 2014
8/5/2014
RESOLUTION NO. 21
SERIES OF 2014
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A GROUND LEASE AND DEED
RESTRICTION FOR THE TIMBER RIDGE PROPERTY
WHEREAS, the Town of Vail is planning a redevelopment project for the Timber
Ridge property;
WHEREAS, the purpose of the redevelopment project is to provide employee
housing;
WHEREAS, to accommodate the redevelopment project, the Town will be
entering into a long -term Ground Lease with the developer of the property, Lion's Ridge
Apartment Homes, LLC;
WHEREAS, the Ground Lease will be subject to a Deed Restriction governing
the use of the property;
WHEREAS, on February 18, 2014, the Town Council approved prior versions of
the Ground Lease and Deed Restriction, but those versions were never executed, and
since that time, certain provisions of both documents have changed; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council wishes to approve the Ground Lease and Deed
Restriction in substantially the form attached hereto, and to authorize the Town
Manager to execute the Ground Lease and the Deed Restriction at closing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO, THAT:
Section 1. The Town hereby approves the Ground Lease for the Timber Ridge
property in substantially the form attached hereto, subject to final approval by the Town
Attorney, and also subject to the approval of the Vail Local Housing Authority to the
operating agreement contemplated in Section 5.a. of the Ground Lease.
Section 2. The Town hereby approves the Deed Restriction for Lion's Ridge
Apartment Homes on the Timber Ridge property in substantially the form attached
hereto, subject to final approval by the Town Attorney.
Section 3. The Town Council hereby authorizes the Town Manager to execute
the Ground Lease and the Deed Restriction at closing in the final form approved by the
Town Attorney.
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Resolution No. 21. Series of 2014 8/5/2014
INTRODUCED, PASSED AND ADOPTED this 5t" day of August, 2014.
Andrew P. Daly, Mayor
ATTEST:
Patty McKenney, Town Clerk
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Resolution No. 21. Series of 2014 8/5/2014
GROUND LEASE
This GROUND LEASE (the "Lease ") is entered into as of August , 2014 (the
Effective Date ") by and between the Town of Vail, a Colorado home rule municipality (the
"Town "), and Lion's Ridge Apartment Homes, LLC, a Wisconsin limited liability company
( "Tenant ") (each individually a "Party" and collectively the "Parties ").
WHEREAS, the Town is the owner of certain real property more particularly described in
Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference (the "Property ");
WHEREAS, the Parties desire to redevelop the Property for employee housing;
WHEREAS, to accomplish the redevelopment of the Property for employee housing, the
Town will retain fee ownership of the Property, but the Town will provide Tenant with a long-
term ground lease of the Property; and
WHEREAS, the Parties wish to establish terms of the long -term ground lease.
NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants
contained herein, the sufficiency of which is mutually acknowledged, the Parties agree as
follows:
1. Lease. The Town, in consideration of the rents, covenants, agreements, and conditions
herein set forth which Tenant hereby agrees shall be paid, kept, and performed, does hereby lease
unto Tenant, and Tenant does hereby lease from the Town, the Property together with all of the
Town's rights, interests, estates, and appurtenances thereto.
2. Term. This Lease shall commence on the Effective Date and unless earlier terminated as
provided herein, shall terminate on December 31, 2064.
3. Rent and Security Deposit. The total rent for the period from the Effective Date through
December 31, 2024 is the sum of $10. Tenant has paid such sum to the Town on the date hereof,
the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged. Commencing on January 1, 2025 and each year
thereafter during the term of this Lease, Tenant shall pay to the Town annual rent in the amounts
set forth below.
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The annual rent shall be paid in twelve equal monthly installments on the first day of each
month. There shall be no security deposit.
4. Permitted Uses. Subject to the terms and provisions hereof, Tenant shall use and enjoy
the Property to construct and operate 112 dwelling units (the "Improvements"), at least 70% of
which shall be employee housing units in full compliance with the deed restriction attached
hereto as Exhibit B and incorporated herein (the "Deed Restriction "), the Development
Agreement between the Parties dated August , 2014 and applicable law, including without
limitation the Vail Town Code, as amended. Tenant will not do, or permit to be done, anything
on the Property which is contrary to any legal or insurable requirement or which constitutes a
nuisance.
5. Taxation.
a. The Parties acknowledge their intent that the Property is to be exempt from ad
valorem property taxes pursuant to C.R.S. § 29 -4 -227, by virtue of a 0.01% ownership interest in
Tenant held by the Vail Local Housing Authority, a Colorado statutory housing authority.
b. Tenant may, at its sole cost and expense, contest the validity or amount of any
taxes imposed against the Property.
C. To the extent the Property is not tax - exempt, the Town shall refund 100% of any
property taxes, net of the Eagle County Treasurer's fee, collected by the Town on the Property or
Improvements, within 60 days of collection.
6. Utilities. Tenant shall pay all charges for gas, electricity, telephone and other
communication services, and all other utilities and similar services rendered or supplied to the
Property, and all water, sewer and other similar charges levied or charged against, or in
connection with, the Property.
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Period
Annual Rent
January
1, 2025 through December 31, 2029
$125,000
January
1, 2030 through December 31, 2034
$140,625
January
1, 2035 through December 31, 2039
$158,200
January
1, 2040 through December 31, 2044
$177,975
January
1, 2045 through December 31, 2049
$200,220
January
1, 2050 through December 31, 2054
$225,250
January
1, 2055 through December 31, 2059
$253,400
January
1, 2060 through December 31, 2064
$285,075
The annual rent shall be paid in twelve equal monthly installments on the first day of each
month. There shall be no security deposit.
4. Permitted Uses. Subject to the terms and provisions hereof, Tenant shall use and enjoy
the Property to construct and operate 112 dwelling units (the "Improvements"), at least 70% of
which shall be employee housing units in full compliance with the deed restriction attached
hereto as Exhibit B and incorporated herein (the "Deed Restriction "), the Development
Agreement between the Parties dated August , 2014 and applicable law, including without
limitation the Vail Town Code, as amended. Tenant will not do, or permit to be done, anything
on the Property which is contrary to any legal or insurable requirement or which constitutes a
nuisance.
5. Taxation.
a. The Parties acknowledge their intent that the Property is to be exempt from ad
valorem property taxes pursuant to C.R.S. § 29 -4 -227, by virtue of a 0.01% ownership interest in
Tenant held by the Vail Local Housing Authority, a Colorado statutory housing authority.
b. Tenant may, at its sole cost and expense, contest the validity or amount of any
taxes imposed against the Property.
C. To the extent the Property is not tax - exempt, the Town shall refund 100% of any
property taxes, net of the Eagle County Treasurer's fee, collected by the Town on the Property or
Improvements, within 60 days of collection.
6. Utilities. Tenant shall pay all charges for gas, electricity, telephone and other
communication services, and all other utilities and similar services rendered or supplied to the
Property, and all water, sewer and other similar charges levied or charged against, or in
connection with, the Property.
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7. Net Lease. This Lease shall be a net lease, and throughout the Term, all payments and
other obligations or liabilities of any kind regarding the Property shall be solely the responsibility
of Tenant, and not the responsibility of the Town.
8. Existing Conditions. As of the Effective Date, Tenant has inspected the physical
condition of the Property and receives the Property in "as is" condition, with all faults. The
Town makes no representations or warranties with respect to the condition of the Property or its
fitness or availability for any particular use, and the Town shall not be liable to Lessee for any
latent or patent defect on the Property. The Town owns all the improvements existing on the
Property as of the date of the Lease, which existing improvements may be removed by Tenant
prior to the construction of theany-n€w Improvements.
9. Hazardous Materials.
a. Though the Town has no actual knowledge of the presence of any hazardous
materials or other adverse environmental conditions on the Property, the Town makes no
warranty regarding such materials or conditions.
b. Tenant shall keep and maintain the Property in compliance with, and shall not
cause or permit the Property to be in violation of, any federal, state, or local laws, ordinances or
regulations relating to industrial hygiene or to the environmental conditions ( "Hazardous
Materials Laws ") on, under, about, or affecting the Property. Tenant shall not use, generate,
manufacture, store, or dispose of on, under or about the Property or transport to or from the
Property any flammable explosives, radioactive materials, hazardous wastes, asbestos, lead -
based paints, toxic substances, or related materials, including without limitation any substances
defined as or included in the definition of hazardous substances, hazardous wastes, hazardous
materials, or toxic substances under any applicable federal or state laws or regulations
(collectively referred to hereinafter as "Hazardous Materials ").
C. Notwithstanding the above, the Parties understand and agree that Tenant, in the
course of construction of the Improvements, may generate biohazardous waste materials due to
procedures performed within the primary structure. Tenant shall be solely responsible for the
proper storage and removal of these biohazardous waste materials from the property. Tenant
shall be solely responsible for, and shall indemnify and hold harmless the Town, its directors,
officers, employees, agents, successors, and assigns from and against, any loss, damage, cost,
expense, or liability directly or indirectly arising out of or attributable to Tenant's use,
generation, storage, release, threatened release, discharge, disposal, or presence of biohazardous
Materials on, under or about the Property.
10. Construction of Improvements. The Improvements shall be constructed in accordance
with the Development Agreement.
11. Ownership of Improvements.
a. During the Term, all Improvements shall be solely the property of Tenant, and
Tenant shall be entitled to take tax depreciation thereon, to the extent permitted by law.
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b. Upon termination of this Lease, except as otherwise provided in Section 27,
Tenant shall surrender to the Town, free and clear of all debt and other encumbrances, all
improvements, inclusions, fixtures, equipment and other appurtenances on the Property in good
condition and repair. During the Term, the Town shall have a right to inspect the Property on an
annual basis to review the condition of the improvements.
12. Maintenance and Repairs.
a. Tenant agrees to maintain the Property throughout the Term of this Lease, at
Tenant's own expense, in good working order, in a clean and safe manner consistent with similar
projects in the Town. Such maintenance shall include all repairs necessary to maintain the
Property in the condition in which it was constructed, including interior and exterior and
structural and non - structural repairs, subject to ordinary wear and tear.
b. Throughout the Term of this Lease, Tenant shall, at its own expense, provide all
janitorial, landscaping, trash removal, snow removal and other services required for the proper
maintenance of the Property.
C. Should Tenant fail to perform the required maintenance or repairs after 30 days
written notice from the Town, the Town may, but has no obligation to, perform such
maintenance or repairs and invoice Tenant for the costs of such maintenance, plus 8% interest.
Tenant shall pay such invoice within 30 days of receipt thereof, and Tenant's failure to do so
shall constitute a Tenant Default.
13. Property Management. Throughout the Term of this Lease, Tenant shall provide for
professional management of the ongoing use and operation of the Property (either through an
independent third party or an affiliate or agent of Tenant).
14. Insurance. Tenant shall maintain the following insurance, and certificates of such
insurance shall be furnished to the Town prior to the commencement of this Lease and at each
subsequent policy renewal date:
a. Commercial general liability insurance, including contractual liability, with limits
of not less than $2,000,000 per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury and property
damage, naming the Town as an additional insured.
b. Fire and extended coverage insurance covering the Property for injury or damage
by the elements, or through any other cause, in an amount not less than the full actual
replacement cost of the Property, common areas, and appurtenances, and sufficient to prevent the
Town or Tenant from becoming a co- insurer of any partial loss.
C. During the course of any construction or repair of Improvements, Builders' Risk
Insurance.
15. Indemnification. Tenant agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold the Town and its officers,
insurers, volunteers, representative, agents, employees, heirs and assigns harmless from and against
any and all claims, liability, damages, losses, expenses and demands, including reasonable attorney
fees, on account of injury, loss, or damage, including without limitation claims arising from
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bodily injury, personal injury, sickness, disease, death, property loss or damage, or any other loss
of any kind whatsoever, which arise out of or are in any manner connected with this Lease or
Tenant's use of the Property; provided however, that Tenant shall not indemnify, defend or hold
the Town harmless for the Town's own negligence or willful acts or omissions.
16. Restoration. Should any Improvements be wholly or partially destroyed or damaged by
fire or other casualty, Tenant shall promptly repair, replace, restore, and reconstruct the same, all
in compliance with the provisions of this Lease.
17. Condemnation.
a. Full taking. Should the entire Property be taken by eminent domain,
condemnation or similar proceedings or conveyed in avoidance or settlement of eminent domain,
condemnation, or other similar proceedings, then Tenant's right of possession under this Lease
shall terminate as of the date of taking possession by the condemnor, and the award therefor will
be distributed as follows: first, to the payment of all reasonable fees and expenses incurred in
collecting the award; and next, the balance of the award shall be equitably apportioned between
the Town and Tenant based on the then respective fair market values of the Town's interest in the
Property and Tenant's interest in the Property. All rent shall be prorated through the date of
termination.
b. Partial Taking. Should a portion of the Property be taken by eminent domain,
condemnation or similar proceedings, this Lease shall continue in effect as to the remainder of
the Property unless, in Tenant's reasonable judgment, the taking makes it economically unsound
to use the remainder, whereupon this Lease shall terminate as of the date of taking of possession
by the condemnor in the same manner as if the whole of the Property had been taken, and the
award therefor shall be distributed as provided in subsection (a) hereof. If this Lease is not
terminated, all rent shall be equitably adjusted based on the portion of the Property taken. If this
Lease is terminated, all rent shall be prorated through the date of termination.
C. Temporary Taking. If any portion of the Property is taken for temporary use or
occupancy, the Term shall not be reduced or affected. Except to the extent Tenant is prevented
from so doing pursuant to the terms of the order of the condemning authority, Tenant shall
continue to perform and observe all of the other covenants, agreements, terms, and provisions of
this Lease. If Tenant continues to perform its obligations under this Lease throughout the term of
the temporary taking, Tenant shall be entitled to the full award for a temporary taking.
18. Assignment. With prior- al of the Town, Tenant may assign its rights under
this Lease; if the new tenant assumes in writing all covenants and obligations of Tenant under
this Lease, including without limitation all obligations of Tenant under the Deed Restriction.
Tenant shall thereupon be released and discharged from all obligations under this Lease, but such
obligations shall be binding upon the new tenant. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Tenant may
not assign its rights hereunder prior issuance of final certificates of occupancy for all units in to
eempletion of the Improvements, and Tenant may not assign its rights hereunder if Tenant is in
default of this Lease., tmiess stteh assignee shall be qualified to eenstmet and operate t
Pr-epeA�,, as detei=miaed in the Town's reasonable diser-etion. Notwithstanding the foregoing,-
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Tenant may eonvey equity intefests in its limited liability eampany entity withatA the To
eensepr
19. Subleasing.
a. Tenant may freely execute subleases in compliance with this Lease, the Deed
Restriction and applicable law, provided that the term of each such sublease (including all
renewal and extension rights) shall not extend past the expiration date of the Term.
b. Each sublease shall specifically provide that the sublessee's rights are subject to
the Town's rights under this Lease and the Deed Restriction, and shall provide that upon a
termination of this Lease or of Tenant's right to possession of the Property such sublease, at the
Town's option, shall continue in effect as a lease directly between the Town and the sublessee
thereunder, provided that the sublessee attorns to the Town, the Town shall not be responsible for
the return or repayment of any security or other deposits made by such sublessee with Tenant
unless Tenant has turned the same over to the Town, and the Town shall not be liable or
responsible for the cure or remedy of any breach, violation, or default on the part of Tenant under
subleases occurring prior to termination of this Lease or of Tenant's right to possession of the
Property. Tenant shall give a copy of each sublease to the Town upon request.
20. Tenant's Right to Encumber.
a. Leasehold. Tenant may, at any time, without the Town's consent or joinder,
encumber its interest in this Lease and the leasehold estate hereby created with one or more
deeds of trust, mortgages, or other lien instruments to secure any borrowings or obligations of
Tenant. No lien of Tenant upon its interest in this Lease and the leasehold estate hereby created
shall encumber or affect in any way the interest of the Town in the Property.
b. Fee Simple. If any of Tenant's lenders requires the Town to subordinate its fee
interest in the Property to the lender's mortgage, the Town shall approve such encumbrance
provided that: at all times the Deed Restriction is first and prior to the mortgage; and the Town
has a first and prior right to cure any deficiency to protect its fee interest in the Property. The
Town shall have the right to review and approve all documents associated with such
encumbrance prior to execution by Tenant, and any encumbrance made without the Town's prior
review and approval shall be void.
C. No Merger. In no event shall the leasehold interest, estate, or rights of Tenant
hereunder, or of the holder of any mortgage upon the Lease, merge with any interest, estate, or
rights of the Town in or to the Property, it being understood that such leasehold interest, estate,
and rights of Tenant hereunder, and of the holder of any mortgage upon this Lease, shall be
deemed to be separate and distinct from the Town's interest, estate, and rights in or to the
Property, notwithstanding that any such interests, estates, or rights shall at any time or times be
held by or vested in the same person, corporation, or other entity.
21. Quiet Enjoyment. The Town covenants that Tenant, on paying the Rent and performing
and observing the obligations of this Lease, shall peaceably and quietly have, hold, occupy, use,
and enjoy the Property during the Term, and may exercise all of its rights hereunder, subject only
to the provisions of this Lease, the Deed Restriction and applicable law.
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22. Access.
a. The Town shall have access to the Property at all times following reasonable prior
notice to Tenant to inspect the Property, provided that the Town shall use reasonable efforts not
to disturb Tenant's use of the Property or the occupants of the Improvements.
b. At no time shall Tenant eliminate access to or the ability to safely occupy or
operate the Timber Ridge housing units currently existing on the real property adjacent to the
Property, as more particularly described on Exhibit B, attached hereto and incorporated herein
by this reference (the "Adjacent Property "). The Town shall have unrestricted access to the
Adjacent Property at all times.
23. Tenant Default and Remedies.
a. Each of the following is a Tenant default of this Lease:
i. If Tenant fails to perform any of its obligations under this Lease or the
Deed Restriction and Tenant fails to commence and take such steps as are necessary to
remedy the same within 30 days after Tenant is given a written notice specifying the
same; provided, however, that if the violation is a violation of this Lease and not a
violation of the Deed Restriction, and the nature of the violation is such that it cannot
reasonably be remedied within 30 days, and Tenant provides evidence to the Town that
the violation cannot reasonably be remedied within 30 days, then the violation shall be
remedied as soon as reasonably practicable, but in any case, within 180 days of the
original notice of violation.
ii. If an involuntary petition is filed against Tenant under a bankruptcy or
insolvency law or under the reorganization provisions of any law, or when a receiver of
Tenant, or of all or substantially all of the property of Tenant, is appointed without
acquiescence, and such petition or appointment is not discharged or stayed within 120
days after the happening of such event.
iii. If Tenant makes an assignment of its property for the benefit of creditors
or files a voluntary petition under a bankruptcy or insolvency law, or seeks relief under
any other law for the benefit of debtors.
b. If a Tenant default occurs, the Town may, without waiving any other rights
hereunder or available to the Town at law or in equity (the Town's rights being cumulative),
terminate this Lease, in which event this Lease and the leasehold estate hereby created and all
interest of Tenant and all parties claiming by, through, or under Tenant shall automatically
terminate upon the effective date of such notice; and the Town, its agents or representatives, may,
without further demand or notice, reenter and take possession of the Property and remove all
persons and property from the Property with or without process of law, without being deemed
guilty of any manner of trespass and without prejudice to any remedies for existing breaches
hereof.
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C. In addition to the specific remedies set forth herein, the Town shall have all other
remedies available at law or equity, and the exercise of one remedy shall not preclude the
exercise of any other remedy.
24. Town Default and Remedies.
a. The following is a Town default of this Lease: if the Town fails perform any of
its covenants or obligations under this Lease and fails to commence and take such steps as are
necessary to remedy the same within 30 days after written notice is given specifying the same;
provided, however, that if the nature of the violation is such that it cannot reasonably be
remedied within 30 days, and the Town provides evidence to Tenant that the violation cannot
reasonably be remedied within 30 days, then the violation shall be remedied as soon as
reasonably practicable, but in any case, within 180 days of the original notice of violation.
b. If a Town default occurs, Tenant may terminate this Lease.
C. In addition to the specific remedy set forth herein, Tenant shall have all other
remedies available at law or equity, and the exercise of one remedy shall not preclude the
exercise of any other remedy.
25. Notices. Any notice under this Lease shall be in writing and may be given by United
States Mail, postage prepaid, addressed as set forth herein; or hand - delivery. Notice shall be
effective three days after mailing or immediately upon hand - delivery. The addresses of the
Parties shall, unless changed in writing, be as follows:
The Town: Town Manager
Town of Vail
75 South Frontage Road
Vail, CO 81657
Tenant: Lion's Ridge Apartment Homes, LLC
200 North Main Street
Oregon, WI 53575
Attn: Gary J. Gorman
With a copy to: Jen Wright
Wright and Company, Inc.
P.O. Box 7270
Avon, CO 81620
26. Surrender. On the last day of the term of this Lease or upon any termination of this
Lease, except as otherwise provided for in Section 27, Tenant shall surrender the Property, with
the Improvements then located thereon, into the possession and use of the Town, without fraud
or delay and in good order, condition, and repair, free and clear of all occupancies, liens and
encumbrances, without any payment or allowance whatever by the Town for any buildings or
improvements erected or maintained on the Property at the time of the surrender, or for the
contents thereof or appurtenances thereto.
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27. Option to Purchase.
a. The Town hereby grants to Tenant an option to purchase the Property in
accordance with the terms set forth below (the "Option" ). Tenant may exercise this option by
providing written notice thereof to the Town at any time following the Town's issuance of final
Certificates of Occupancy for all units in the Improvements, and prior to December 31, 2024, as
long as Tenant is not in default of this Lease.
b. If Tenant exercises the Optiondelivefs to the wn written notice of its sexercT�
of the option Deeember- 312024, the closing of such purchase shall occur on a date selected
by Tenant not more than ninety (90) days after Tenant has delivered the writtensuc -h notice
exercising the he Option. If Tenant has not delivered to the Town written notice of it exercise of the
option by December 31, 2024, the Oeption shall terminate and be of no further force or effect.
cb. The purchase price to be paid by Tenant for the Property shall be the sum of
$5 million. The Town shall, at closing, upon payment of the purchase price, convey the Property
"as is" to Tenant by s ep cial warranty deed, subject to the Deed Restriction and any subleases
executed by Tenant pursuant to Section 19, but free and clear of all other liens, mortgages or
encumbrance of any kind and nature other than recorded easements, matters arising by or as a
result of the action of Tenant during the term of the Lease and matters to which Tenant hasshall
have consented te-in writing during the term of their Lease. Notwithstanding the foregoing, if
Tenant has subordinated the Town's fee simple interest in the Property_ pursuant to Section 20(b),
it shall be Tenant's sole responsibility to remove such encumbrance prior to closing of Tenant's
purchase of the Property.
C. The Town shall provide to Tenant, at least 30 days prior to the date of closing, a
commitment for an owner's title insurance policy, in the amount of purchase price, from Chicago
Title Insurance Company (or another title insurance company reasonably acceptable to Tenant),
naming Tenant as the insured. The Town shall, at its expense, cause the title insurance company
to issue the title insurance policy at closing.
d. In the event Tenant exercises theits Optiollfight to p,,,.ehase the Property, their
Lease shall terminate at the closing of Tenant's purchase of the Property and all rent shall be
prorated through such date.., provided that the indemnification provisions of Section 15 shall
survive termination of the Lease.
28. Miscellaneous.
a. Modification. This Lease may only be modified by subsequent written agreement
of the Parties.
b. Integration. This Lease and any attached exhibits constitute the entire agreement
between Tenant and the Town, superseding all prior oral or written communications.
C. Binding Ems. This Lease shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the
Parties and their respective heirs, successors and assigns.
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d. Severability. If any provision of this Lease is determined to be void by a court of
competent jurisdiction, such determination shall not affect any other provision hereof, and all of
the other provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
e. Governing Law and Venue. This Lease shall be governed by the laws of the State
of Colorado, and any legal action concerning the provisions hereof shall be brought in Eagle
County, Colorado.
£ Third Parties. There are no intended third -party beneficiaries to this Lease.
g. Contingency; No Debt. Pursuant to Article X, § 20 of the Colorado Constitution,
any financial obligations of the Town under this Lease are specifically contingent upon annual
appropriation of funds sufficient to perform such obligations. This Lease shall never constitute a
debt or obligation of the Town within any statutory or constitutional provision.
h. No Joint Venture. Notwithstanding any provision hereof, the Town shall never be
a joint venture in any private entity or activity which participates in this Lease, and the Town
shall never be liable or responsible for any debt or obligation of any participant in this Lease.
i. Governmental Immunity. The Town and its officers, attorneys and employees,
are relying on, and do not waive or intend to waive by any provision of this Lease, the monetary
limitations or any other rights, immunities, and protections provided by the Colorado
Governmental Immunity Act, C.R.S. § 24 -10 -101, et seq., as amended, or otherwise available to
the Town or its officers, attorneys or employees.
j. Time of the Essence. Time is of the essence for all provisions of this Agreement.
WHEREFORE, the Parties have executed this Lease on the Effective Date.
TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO
Stan Zemler, Town Manager
ATTEST:
Patty McKenneyTc��, interim Town Clerk
TENANT
LION'S RIDGE APARTMENT HOMES, LLC
BY GORMAN EMPLOYEE GROUP LION'S
RIDGE, LLC, Manager
BY GORMAN & COMPANY, INC.,
Manager
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BY
Gary J. Gorman, President
STATE OF )
ss.
COUNTY OF )
The foregoing instrument was subscribed, sworn to, and acknowledged before me
this day of August , 2014, by Gary J. Gorman, the President of Gorman & Company,
Inc., the Manager of Gorman Employee Group Lion's Ridge, LLC, the Manager of Lion's Ridge
Apartment Homes, LLC.
My commission expires:
(SEAL)
Notary Public
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
Lot 2, Timber Ridge Subdivision, A Resubdivision of Lion's Ridge Subdivision, Block C, A
Resubdivision of Lots 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5, Town of Vail, County of Eagle, State of Colorado
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EXHIBIT B
DEED RESTRICTION
FOR THE OCCUPANCY OF RESTRICTED UNITS
AT LION'S RIDGE APARTMENT HOMES
THIS DEED RESTRICTION FOR THE OCCUPANCY OF RESTRICTED UNITS AT
LION'S RIDGE APARTMENT HOMES (the "Deed Restriction ") is made and entered into this
day of August, 2014 (the "Effective Date "), by and between the Town of Vail, a Colorado
home rule municipality (the "Town "), and Lion's Ridge Apartment Homes, LLC, a Wisconsin
limited liability company ( "Master Lessee ") (individually a "Party" and collectively the
"Parties ").
WHEREAS, the Town is the owner of certain real property generally described as the
eastern half of the Timber Ridge property and more particularly described in Exhibit 1 attached
hereto and incorporated herein by this reference (the "Property ");
WHEREAS, the Parties desire to redevelop the Property for employee housing;
WHEREAS, the Town, as landlord, and Master Lessee as tenant, have entered into a
Ground Lease for the Property dated August , 2014 (the "Ground Lease "); and
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and covenants hereinafter set for
other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby
acknowledged, the Parties hereby agree as follows:
1. Defined Terms. For purposes of this Deed Restriction, the following terms shall
have the following meanings:
"Principal place of residence" means the dwelling in which one's habitation is
fixed and to which a person, whenever he or she is absent, has a present intention of
returning after an absence therefrom. In determining what is a principal place of
residence, the Town and Master Lessee may consider, without limitation: location of
business pursuits; employment and income sources; residence for tax purposes; residence
of parents, spouse and children, if any; location of personal property; motor vehicle
registration; and voter registration.
"Qualified Household" means one Qualified Resident or a group of persons that
contains at least one Qualified Resident (who must sign the Unit lease as a tenant). A
Qualified Household may have occupants that are not Qualified Residents (and who may
also sign the Unit lease as tenants) as long as at least one occupant who has signed the
lease is a Qualified Resident.
"Qualified Resident" means a natural person who works an average of 30 hours or
more per week at a business in Eagle County, Colorado that holds a valid and current
business license, or pays sales taxes, or is otherwise generally recognized as a legitimate
business. For example, if a person worked 60 hours per week for one half of the year at
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such a business in Eagle County, Colorado, and worked elsewhere for the other half of
the year, such person would constitute a Qualified Resident.
"Rental Guidelines" means the guidelines attached as Exhibit 2 hereto and
incorporated herein by this reference.
"Restricted Unit" means a Unit that is rented to a Qualified Household pursuant to
the terms of this Deed Restriction.
"Unit" means each of the residential dwelling units constructed on the Property.
2. Binding Effect. This Deed Restriction shall constitute a covenant running with
the Property as a burden thereon, for the benefit of, and enforceable by the Town and the Master
Lessee. This Deed Restriction shall bind the Master Lessee and all occupants of the Restricted
Units. Each and every occupant of a Restricted Unit shall be personally obligated hereunder for
the full and complete performance and observance of all covenants, conditions and restrictions
contained herein that are applicable to such occupant during such occupant's respective period of
occupancy of a Restricted Unit. Each and every conveyance of the Property or a portion thereof,
or interest therein, for all purposes, shall be deemed to include and incorporate by this reference,
the covenants contained in this Deed Restriction, even without reference to this Deed Restriction
in any document of conveyance.
3. Occupancy.
a. The Master Lessee covenants that at least 70% of the total Units in the
Property shall be Restricted Units. The Parties acknowledge that the Restricted Units are
not fixed and may float so long as at least 70% of the total Units are Restricted Units.
For example, assume that the Property contains 100 Units. If 75 of the Units are rented
to Qualified Households, and one of such Units becomes vacant, such Unit may
thereafter be rented to occupants who are not a Qualified Household, because at least 70
of the Units remain occupied by Qualified Households.
b. The Property may contain two additional common areas that shall not
qualify as Units, one area to be used by property management personnel, maintenance
personnel or security personnel, and one area to be used as a leasing or marketing office.
Because such common areas are not considered Units under this Deed Restriction, they
shall not be included in the calculation of Restricted Units; provided however, that if such
common areas are ever converted into Units, they shall be included in the calculation of
Restricted Units.
C. A Qualified Resident must occupy the Restricted Unit as his or her
principal place of residence. If other occupants of the Restricted Unit are not Qualified
Residents, the Restricted Unit need not be their principal place of residence.
d. At any time that the number of Restricted Units falls below 70% of the
total Units, Master Lessee shall promptly take commercially reasonable efforts in
accordance with applicable law and the Rental Guidelines to lease the next Units coming
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available for rent to Qualified Households in accordance with this Deed Restriction and
the Rental Guidelines, until at least 70% of the total Units are Restricted Units.
4. Unit Lease. No Unit shall be leased or occupied without a Unit lease. Each Unit
shall have only one Unit lease at any one time. Each Restricted Unit lease shall include a clear
reference to this Deed Restriction and a brief summary of this Deed Restriction, including the
remedies upon a violation or breach of the terms of this Deed Restriction, and shall incorporate
the terms and conditions of this Deed Restriction.
5. Right To Terminate Lease. Nothing herein shall prevent the Master Lessee from
terminating the lease of a Qualified Household, or taking any other legal action against the
Qualified Household based upon any tenant's breach of the terms of the lease; provided that if a
tenant misrepresents his or her status as a Qualified Resident, Master Lessee shall terminate the
Unit lease in addition to any other available remedies.
6. Inspection. In a non - emergency situation, if the Town or Master Lessee has
reasonable cause to believe that an occupant of a Restricted Unit is violating any provision of
this Deed Restriction, the Town or Master Lessee may inspect the Restricted Unit between the
hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, after providing the occupant with no less
than 24 hours written notice, which notice to tenant may be given by posting on the front door of
the applicable Restricted Unit. Nothing herein shall preclude the Town or Master Lessee from
accessing a Restricted Unit in an emergency situation where there is an imminent threat to
person(s) or property.
7. Annual Verification. No later than February 1St of each year, beginning in the
year following the first year of occupancy of the Property, Master Lessee shall submit a written
statement to the Town including the following information and stating that such information is
true and correct to the best of Master Lessee's knowledge and belief.
a. Evidence to establish that 70% of the Units were Restricted Units (i.e.,
occupied by Qualified Households) during the prior calendar year;
b. A list of tenants who occupied the Restricted Units in the prior calendar
year and the evidence submitted by such tenants to establish that they were Qualified
Residents and/or Qualified Households;
C. A copy of the lease form currently used for the Restricted Units; and
d. Copies (which may be electronic) of all application information submitted
by Qualified Residents actually occupying Restricted Units; provided that such copies
will only be provided for one Qualified Resident per Restricted Unit, even if more than
one Qualified Resident occupies such Restricted Unit.
8. Violations.
a. If Master Lessee discovers a violation of this Deed Restriction by an
occupant, or if the Town notifies Master Lessee in writing that there is a violation of this
Deed Restriction by an occupant, Master Lessee shall send a notice of violation to the
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occupant detailing the nature of the violation and allowing the occupant 10 days from the
date of the notice to cure said violation to the reasonable satisfaction of Master Lessee
and the Town. Notice may be given by posting on the front door of the applicable Unit
or by other lawful means. If the violation is not cured within such time, the violation
shall be considered a violation of this Deed Restriction by the Unit occupant.
b. If the Town discovers a violation of this Deed Restriction by Master
Lessee, the Town shall send a notice of the violation to Master Lessee, detailing the
nature of the violation and allowing Master Lessee 30 days from the date the notice is
given to cure said violation to the reasonable satisfaction of the Town. If a forcible entry
and detainer is necessary to resolve the violation, the forcible entry and detainer shall be
commenced within such 30 -day period and diligently prosecuted to completion. If the
violation if not cured within such time, the violation shall be considered a violation of
this Deed Restriction by Master Lessee.
9. Remedies.
a. The Town and Master Lessee shall have any and all remedies provided by
law and in equity for a violation of this Deed Restriction, including without limitation:
(i) damages, including but not limited to damages resulting from the leasing of a
Restricted Unit in violation of this Deed Restriction; (ii) specific performance; and (iii)
injunction, including but not limited to an injunction requiring eviction of the occupant(s)
and an injunction to prohibit the occupancy of a Restricted Unit in violation of this Deed
Restriction. All remedies shall be cumulative.
b. In addition to any other available remedies, if Master Lessee is found to be
in violation this Deed Restriction (after expiration of any cure period), Master Lessee
shall be subject to a penalty of $100 per violation as determined by the Town in each
instance. Each occurrence is hereby deemed to be a separate violation of this Deed
Restriction, and the penalty may be imposed for each and every day during any portion of
which a violation is found to have been committed, continued or permitted by Master
Lessee. This penalty shall not apply if it is discovered that an occupant provided false
information to Master Lessee, Master Lessee reasonably relied on such false information,
and the false information caused the violation.
C. If addition to any other available remedies, if an occupant of a Restricted
Unit is found to be in violation of this Deed Restriction (after expiration of any cure
period), the occupant shall be subject to a penalty of $100 per violation as determined by
the Town in each instance. Each occurrence is hereby deemed to be a separate violation
of this Deed Restriction, and the penalty may be imposed for each and every day during
any portion of which a violation is found to have been committed or continued by an
occupant.
d. The cost to the Town of any activity taken in response to any violation of
this Deed Restriction by the Master Lessee, including reasonable attorney fees, shall be
paid promptly by Master Lessee; provided that, if the Town or a court of competent
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jurisdiction fords that Master Lessee was not in violation of this Deed Restriction, Master
Lessee shall not be liable for such payment.
10. Term. This Deed Restriction shall commence on the Effective Date and shall
terminate upon the expiration or termination of the Ground Lease.
11. Modification. This Deed Restriction may only be modified by subsequent written
agreement of the Parties.
12. Assignment. Neither this Deed Restriction nor any of the rights or obligations of
the Parties hereto shall be assigned by either Party without the written consent of the other.
13. Severability. If any provision of this Deed Restriction is determined to be void by
a court of competent jurisdiction, such determination shall not affect any other provision hereof,
and all of the other provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
14. Governing Law and Venue. This Deed Restriction shall be governed by the laws
of the State of Colorado, and any legal action concerning the provisions hereof shall be brought
in Eagle County, Colorado.
15. Third Parties. There are no intended third -party beneficiaries to this Deed
Restriction.
16. No Joint Venture. Notwithstanding any provision hereof, the Town shall never be
in a joint venture with the Master Lessee, and the Town shall never be liable or responsible for
any debt or obligation of the Master Lessee.
17. No Indemnity. Nothing herein shall be construed to require the Town to protect
or indemnify Master Lessee against any losses attributable to the rental of a Restricted Unit, nor
to require the Town to locate a Qualified Resident for any Restricted Unit.
18. Governmental Immunity. The Town and its officers, attorneys and employees,
are relying on, and do not waive or intend to waive by any provision of this Deed Restriction, the
monetary limitations or any other rights, immunities, and protections provided by the Colorado
Governmental Immunity Act, C.R.S. § 24 -10 -101, et seq., as amended, or otherwise available to
the Town or its officers, attorneys or employees.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Deed Restriction on the
Effective Date.
ATTEST:
Tammy Nagel, Interim Town Clerk
TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO
Stan Zemler, Town Manager
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MASTER LESSEE
LION'S RIDGE APARTMENT HOMES, LLC
BY GORMAN EMPLOYEE GROUP LION'S
RIDGE, LLC, Manager
BY GORMAN & COMPANY, INC.,
Manager
Im
Gary J. Gorman, President
STATE OF )
ss.
COUNTY OF )
The foregoing instrument was subscribed, sworn to, and acknowledged before me
this day of August, 2014, by Gary J. Gorman, the President of Gorman & Company,
Inc., the Manager of Gorman Employee Group Lion's Ridge, LLC, the Manager of Lion's Ridge
Apartment Homes, LLC.
(SEAL)
19837169
My commission expires:
Notary Public
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EXHIBIT 1
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
Lot 2, Timber Ridge Subdivision, A Resubdivision of Lion's Ridge Subdivision, Block C, A
Resubdivision of Lots 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5, Town of Vail, County of Eagle, State of Colorado
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EXHIBIT 2
RENTAL GUIDELINES
1. Purpose. The purpose of these Rental Guidelines is to set forth the occupancy
eligibility requirements for the employee housing rental units (the "Restricted Units ") located in
Lion's Ridge Apartment Homes, pursuant to the Deed Restriction dated August , 2014.
2. Definitions. All capitalized terms herein shall have the meanings set forth in the
Deed Restriction.
3. Administration. In accordance with the Deed Restriction, Master Lessee shall
administer these Rental Guidelines, including but not limited to, making determinations
regarding the eligibility of applicants to rent and occupy a Restricted Unit as a Qualified
Resident as set forth herein. Prior to leasing or renewing a lease for a Restricted Unit, the
occupant must sign an individual acknowledgement of acceptance of the terms of these Rental
Guidelines and the Deed Restriction.
4. Qualified Households and Residents. Except as otherwise provided herein or in
the Deed Restriction, to be eligible for consideration to rent a Restricted Unit, the occupants
must first be certified as a Qualified Household. Notwithstanding anything herein to the
contrary, Master Lessee shall not be obligated to rent any Unit to a tenant that does not meet
Master Lessee's rental guidelines, which rental guidelines shall be subject to review and approval
by the Town, in its reasonable discretion.
5. Application. To become a Qualified Resident, a person must first provide the
following information on an application to be provided by Master Lessee, and applications and
all accompanying documentation shall become the property of the Master Lessee and will not be
returned to the applicant:
a. Verification (e.g., wage stubs, employer name, address, telephone number
and other appropriate documentation as requested by Master Lessee) of applicant's
current employment with a business in Eagle County that holds a valid and current
business license, or pays sales taxes, or is otherwise generally recognized as a legitimate
business;
b. Evidence that the applicant has worked, or will work, an average of 30
hours per week or more per year for one or more of such businesses and that such level
of employment is expected to be maintained for as long as the applicant lives in the
Restricted Unit;
C. A valid form of identification, such as a driver's license, state - issued
identification, passport or military identification.
d. Any other documentation which the Master Lessee deems necessary to
make a determination of eligibility; and
e. A signed statement certifying and acknowledging: that all information
submitted in such application is true to applicant's best knowledge; that the applicant
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understands that he /she may not sublet the Restricted Unit; that the applicant authorizes
Master Lessee to verify any and all past or present employment and residency
information and all other information submitted by an applicant; and that applicant
understands that, as set forth in the Deed Restriction, the Master Lessee reserves the right
to review any applications and take any appropriate action regarding such application.
6. Lease Term. The Restricted Units shall be leased to Qualified Households, and
may be renewed to Qualified Households, on a month -to -month basis or for periods no greater
than 12 months in duration.
7. Interpretation. In evaluating a potential application to lease a Restricted Unit, the
Master Lessee shall be guided by the following:
a. An applicant's physical place of employment is controlling, not the
mailing address of such place.
b. Claims of employment by an applicant that are unable to be verified by
Master Lessee will not be utilized in determining an applicant's eligibility.
C. Seasonal work and part time work alone may not be adequate to meet the
minimum 30 hours per week average annual requirement, but may augment other
employment to meet the minimum eligibility requirements.
8. Leasing of Units to Non - Qualified Households.
a. If at least 70% of the Units in the Property are Restricted Units, other
Units may be freely leased by Master Lessee to occupants who are not Qualified
Residents or Qualified Households.
b. If there are no eligible Qualified Households available to rent a particular
Unit, Master Lessee may rent such Unit to occupants other than a Qualified Household.
However, at any time that the number of Restricted Units falls below 70% of the total
Units, Master Lessee shall thereafter use commercially reasonable efforts to lease the
next available Unit(s) to Qualified Households until the 70% threshold is again met.
C. In no event may Master Lessee lease a Restricted Unit to a Qualified
Resident who will not occupy the Restricted Unit as his or her principal place of
residence, unless first expressly approved in writing by the Town after making
findings that extraordinary circumstances and hardship exist to justify such
arrangement. Such tenancy shall be on a month -to -month basis only.
9. Misrepresentation. Any misrepresentation by an applicant in any submittal shall
disqualify such applicant from being eligible to lease a Restricted Unit, and shall be grounds for
eviction if such misrepresentation is revealed after such applicant's occupancy.
10. Inspection of Documents. The Town may inspect any documents submitted with
any application for Qualified Resident status pursuant to Section 5 hereof, at any time during
normal business hours, upon reasonable notice. In addition, upon inspection, if the Town
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reasonably determines that additional documents are necessary to verify Qualified Resident or
Qualified Household status, the Town may request additional documents. Notwithstanding the
foregoing, Master Lessee shall not be required to retain any documents submitted by applicants
who do not sign leases with Master Lessee; provided, however, that if the number of Restricted
Units falls below 70% of the total Units, then Master Lessee shall retain documents submitted by
applicants to verify its commercially reasonable efforts to lease the next Unit becoming available
for rent to a Qualified Household in accordance with the requirements of the Deed Restriction
and the Rental Guidelines, until at least 70% of the total Units are once again Restricted Units.
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF ADJACENT PROPERTY
Lot 1, Timber Ridge Subdivision, A Resubdivision of Lion's Ridge Subdivision, Block C, A
Resubdivision of Lots 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5, Town of Vail, County of Eagle, State of Colorado
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
MEETING DATE: August 5, 2014
ITEM /TOPIC: Second reading of Ordinance No. 13, Series 2014, An Ordinance Making
Adjustments to the Town of Vail General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Real Estate Transfer
Tax Fund and Dispatch Services Fund
PRESENTER(S): Kathleen Halloran, Assistant Director Finance
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve or approve with amendments Ordinance No.
13, Series 2014
BACKGROUND: Please see attached memo
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve or approve with amendments Ordinance No. 13,
Series 2014
ATTACHMENTS:
Memorandum and Ordinance No. 13, Series of 2014
8/5/2014
TOWN OF VAIF:
TO: Vail Town Council
FROM: Finance Department
DATE: August 1, 2014
SUBJECT: 2014 Supplemental Appropriation
On Tuesday evening, you will be asked to approve a supplemental appropriation of the
2014 budget upon second reading.
Changes from first reading
The following items reflect updates since first reading:
General Fund
During the July 15th evening session, Council approved an air service pledge for the
winter Toronto flight of $25,000 plus an additional $14,000 match to Beaver Creek
Resort Company's pledge. A total of $39,000 pledge is included in the supplemental
Council requested more information detailing the Self Guided Tour Mobile App funding
request from the Colorado Ski Museum. The $6,500 off -cycle contribution requested by
the Museum was approved during the first reading of the ordinance. Please see
Attachment A as submitted by the Museum.
Vail Library is requesting to use $14,000 of grant monies generated by the Friends of
the Library toward various fundraising activities and equipment for the Library. There is
no net impact to the town's General Fund for this request.
Staff is requesting $8,000 increase to the budget for the town prosecutor (a 3 -day a
month contract) due to increased activities outside of normal court duties. The
additional expense is related to two appeals in district court, working with town
employees on procedures and options for streamtract enforcement and working with the
town's police department regarding overcrowding of bars and assault cases.
Capital Projects Fund
During the July 15th Council meeting, an additional $260,000 was approved for the Vail
Village Welcome Center redevelopment, based on final designs and value- engineering
done prior to the awarding of the contract for work.
8/5/2014
$10,000 is requested for the appraisal of Lot 10 (adjacent to the Vail Valley Medical
Center's parking lot) as approved by Council during the July 15`" meeting.
Council requested more information on the multi -year plan to replace the town's existing
server platform with "Simplivity Omnicubes ". Please see attachment B.
8/5/2013-
COLORADO SKI AND SNOWBOARD MUSEUM AND HALL OF FAME
CSSM Tour iOS App
Prepared for: Susie Tjossem
Prepared by: Robert Deeb
Last Updated: July 21, 2014
APP STATEMENT FOR PUBLIC
The Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum is developing an iOS -based app. This will function as a virtual docent,
providing for museum visitors a self - guided tour in a medium of real -time content relating to a given exhibit, work,
artifact, or gallery of which that visitor is in the physical proximity of. This content, taking the form of audio,
images, video, and even text, will be uploaded by museum staff through a cloud -based portal, and downloaded
automatically through the app to the user's fingertips. The result is an audio tour experience heightened to a whole
new level of automation and visual stimulation, utilizing leading technology on devices that visitors can supply
themselves, their phone. This innovative app will also supply alternate modes to save & view favorites, take notes
for research purposes, and provide sharing outlets to our favorite social networking tools. It is set to launch in the
Museum at the start of the 2014 -2015 Ski Season.
8/5/2014
0) TOWN OF VAIL
Memorandum
To: Vail Town Council
From: Ron Braden, IT Director
Date: July 23, 2014
Subject: Server Chassis Supplemental
Background
The Town of Vail currently has 46 application servers running on four Intel Server Module
Chassis (SMC). We have been on this platform since 2008, when we started
virtualizing our servers. We chose the Intel platform due to its low entry price. Since we
were truly at the forefront of server virtualization, we didn't want to invest a lot of money into the
platform until it was proven.
We have now standardized on server virtualization and have almost every server moved into
this environment. The existing Intel server platform has reached its end of life, and Intel is no
longer building, supporting, or replacing the platform. They are instead focusing on providing
the chipsets to manufacturers such as Dell, HP, Cisco, and Simplivity for use in their server
chassis platforms.
We knew this was coming and had planned, designed, and budgeted to be on a new server
platform with the municipal building remodel. Even though the municipal building project was
tabled, we still need to move forward. We have an immediate need for additional servers to
complete projects currently underway including web based payment processing, new parking
software, and a municipal court upgrade. In order to do this, we need the new platform now and
are unable to wait until FY 2015.
Our plan is to install three Simplivity OmniCube server chassis this year, and four more over the
next two years ... two in 2015 and two in 2016. Once we have the first three OmniCube chassis
installed, we will add the additional servers we need now to complete the projects mentioned
above and also move our LaserFiche Records Management data over as well.
The advantage of the Simplivity is its ability to replicate data and servers across all of the
OmniCube modules so that if one or more chassis goes down for any reason, data is
recoverable from others in separate locations. Having seven of them, we will place five in our
two data centers in the municipal building and two in our data center at Vail Fire. This will
provide us with the data redundancy that we need while we look for a permanent home for a
new data center in 2015. When a new data center comes on line, the OmniCubes and servers
can be relocated as necessary.
8/5/2014
Below are the hard and soft costs associated with this server project. We are requesting a
supplemental appropriation of $134,278 for the three OmniCube server chassis needed in 2014
and will follow with requests of $89,519 in each of the 2015 and 2016 capital budgets for a total
project cost of $313,315. Annual operating costs when all seven are in place are estimated at
$37,377.
Town of Vail 8/5/2014 Page 2
FY 2014
CN3000 -acc OmniCube CN3000 platform, Dual 8 Cores, 2384 GB RAM, 4 x 400GB
SSD, 8 x 3TB HDD
CN3000- acc -G1 1 year Gold Support for OmniCube CN3000 platform, Dual 8 Cores,
384 GB RAM, 4x400GB SSD
FY 2015
CN3000 -acc OmniCube CN3000 platform, Dual 8 Cores, 2384 GB RAM, 4 x 400GB
SSD, 8 x 3TB HDD
CN3000- acc -G1 1 year Gold Support for OmniCube CN3000 platform, Dual 8 Cores,
384 GB RAM, 4x400GB SSD
FY 2016
CN3000 -acc OmniCube CN3000 platform, Dual 8 Cores, 2384 GB RAM, 4 x 400GB
SSD, 8 x 3TB HDD
CN3000- acc -G1 1 year Gold Support for OmniCube CN3000 platform, Dual 8 Cores,
384 GB RAM, 4x400GB SSD
Q
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On -going software virtualization costs ( also incurred with existing Intel platform )
Price Each Quantity Total
39,203.75 3 117,611.25
5,555.56 3 16,666.68
134,277.93 2014 Total
39,203.75 2 78,407.50
5,555.56 2 11,111.12
89,518.62 2015 Total
39,203.75 2 78,407.50
5,555.56 2 11,111.12
VCS5 -STD -C VMware vCenter Server 5 Standard for vSphere 5 (Per Instance) 4,681.25 1
VCS5- STD -P -SSS -C Production Support /Subscription for vCenter Server 5 Standard 1,273.08 1
VS5- STD -C VMware vSphere 5 Standard for 1 processor SNS 932.39 6
VS5- STD -P -SSS -C Production Support /Subscription for VMware vSphere 5 for 1 proc 1,312.09 6
VCS5 -STD -C VMware vCenter Server 5 Standard for vSphere 5 (Per Instance) 4,681.25 1
VCS5- STD -P -SSS -C Production Support /Subscription for vCenter Server 5 Standard 1,273.08 1
VS5- STD -C VMware vSphere 5 Standard for 1 processor SNS 932.39 10
VS5- STD -P -SSS -C Production Support /Subscription for VMware vSphere 5 for 1 proc 1,312.09 10
VCS5 -STD -C VMware vCenter Server 5 Standard for vSphere 5 (Per Instance) 4,681.25 1
VCS5- STD -P -SSS -C Production Support /Subscription for vCenter Server 5 Standard 1,273.08 1
VS5- STD -C VMware vSphere 5 Standard for 1 processor SNS 932.39 14
VS5- STD -P -SSS -C Production Support /Subscription for VMware vSphere 5 for 1 proc 1,312.09 14
* Base cost does not include annual maintenance increase
89,518.62 2016 Total
313,315.17 Total Capital Cost
4,681.25
1,273.08
5,594.34
7,872.54
19,421.21 2014 Total
4,681.25
1,273.08
9,323.90
13,120.90
28,399.13 2015 Total*
4,681.25
1,273.08
13,053.46
18,369.26
37,377.05 2016 Total*
37,377.05 2017 Total*
37,377.05 2018 Total*
37,377.05 2019 Total*
TOWN OF VAIL 2014 BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
GENERALFUND
2014
2014
Original
1st
2014
2nd
Proposed
Budget
Supplemental
Amended
Supplemental
Amended
Comments
Revenue
Local Taxes:
$ 22,000,000
$
$ 22,000,000
$ 1,100,000
$ 23,100,000
Sales Tax Split b/t Gen'I Fund & Capital Fund
62/38
62/38
62/38
Sales Tax
$ 13,640,000
$
$ 13,640,000
$ 682,000
$ 14,322,000
Assumes 5% increase from prior year
Property and Ownership
4,465,000
111,500
4,353,500
-
4,353,500
Ski Lift Tax
3,782,000
3,782,000
3,782,000
Franchise Fees, Penalties, and Other Taxes
1,041,550
75,000
1,116,550
1,116,550
Licenses & Permits
1,342,801
1,342,801
1,342,801
Intergovernmental Revenue
1,741,234
35,200
1,776,434
32,073
1,808,507
Reimbursement from state for High Visibility grant and Red Tail
Ranch fire
Transportation Centers
3,839,680
3,839,680
3,839,680
Charges for Services
770,397
770,397
770,397
Fines & Forfeitures
276,274
276,274
276,274
Earnings on Investments
110,000
110,000
110,000
Rental Revenue
840,896
840,896
840,896
Miscellaneous and Project Reimbursements
107,000
107,000
14,000
121,000
Use of Library "Friends of the Library" grant monies
Total Revenue
31,956,832
(1,300)
31,955,532
728,073
32,683,605
Umpenditures
Qlaries
14,749,617
17,200
14,766,817
14,766,817
efits
5,189,962
5,189,962
5,189,962
total Compensation and Benefits
19,939,579
17,200
19,956,779
-
19,956,779
1,495,698 6,500 1,502,198
7,186,154 93,073 7,279,227
2,365,254 2,365,254
Contributions and Special Events
1,445,698
50,000
Amended 1st reading to include Co. Ski Museum request for
mobile app
All Other Operating Expenses
7,045,454
140,700
Per Council 7115, add air service guarantee up to $39K ($25K
firm commitment and $14K match with Beaver Creek Resort
Co.); $81K for Town Prosecutor additional services; $14,000 for
use of Library grant dollars; Remaining $32K relates to
expenditures reimbursed above
Heavy Equipment Operating Charges
2,365,254
Heavy Equipment Replacement Charges
553,826
553,826
553,826
Dispatch Services
590,961
590,961
590,961
Total Expenditures
31,940,772
207,900
32,148,672
99,573
32,248,245
Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures
16,060
Castle Peak Senior Care Facility
-
(200,000)
(200,000)
(200,000)
2015 World Alpine Ski Championships
(250,000)
(250,000)
(250,000)
Pro- cycling event
(75,000)
(75,000)
(75,000)
2015 Nation's Event
(375,000)
(375,000)
(375,000)
Burton US Open
(400,000)
(400,000)
(400,000)
Council Contributions - Tier IV
(75,000)
(75,000)
(75,000)
Surplus Net of Transfers & New Programs
(1,158,940)
(409,200)
(1,568,140)
628,500
(939,640)
Beginning Fund Balance
14,361,136
2,066,596
16,427,732
16,427,732
Ending Fund Balance
$ 13,202,196
$ 14,859,592
$ 15,488,092
EHOP balance included in ending fund balance -
not spendable
$ 690,000
$ 690,000
$ 15,382
$ 705,382
Recognizing equity share and interest earned on EHOP
investments
TOWN OF VAIL 2014 BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
2014 2014
Original 1st 2014 2nd Proposed
Budget Supplemental Amended Supplemental Amended Comments
Revenue
Total Sales Tax Revenue:
$ 22,000,000
$ 22,000,000
$ 1,100,000
$ 23,100,000
Sales Tax Split between General Fund &
62/38
62/38
62/38
Capital Fund
Sales Tax - Capital Projects Fund
$ 8,360,000
$ 8,360,000
$ 418,000
$ 8,778,000
Use Tax
1,000,000
1,000,000
500,000
1,500,000
Currently pacing 22% higher than prior year
Other State Revenue
240,000
475,000
715,000
715,000
CDOT share of funding for 1 -70 Underpass
Lease Revenue
197,295
197,295
197,295
Per Vail Commons commercial and residential leases
2014: $29K NWCOG grant to fund an Emergency Operations Center at the W. Vail
F.S; $90K contribution to Mobile Comm Van from external agencies ($27.5K
Project Reimbursement
-
119,000
119,000
153,200
272,200
received in 2013); Reduce budget by $16.8K of Mobile Comm Van funding that
will come from Transfer as show below from prior year's capital contributions
from the E911 Board; $170K Holy Cross grant for lighting replacment (LEDs)
TRAHC
494,466
494,466
494,466
Principal and interest on loans to TRAHC
Earnings on Investments and Other
36,229
36,229
36,229
Total Revenue
10,327,990
594,000
10,921,990
1,071,200
11,993,190
Bus Shelters
30,000
30,000
30,000
Annual maintenance
P4fking Structures
620,000
620,000
620,000
Various repairs including deck topping replacement, expansion joint repairs,
ventilation, HVAC, plumbing and other structural repairs
O
Re- appropriate to cover Buzzard Park repairs such as boiler replacement, exterior
Facilities Capital Maintenance
491,000
112,563
603,563
603,563
paint and window replacement; General project covers repairs to town buildings
including the upkeep of exterior (roofing, siding surfaces, windows, doors), interior
finishes (paint, carpet, etc), and mechanical equipment (boilers, air handlers, etc).
Donovan Park Pavilion
50,000
8,670
58,670
58,670
2013: $50K furniture replacement; 2014: Re- finish floors
Street Light Improvements
50,000
246,000
296,000
296,000
New street lights and to refurbish residential lighting; Accelerated replacement
approved by Council April 1 st;
Capital Street Maintenance
981,200
-
981,200
981,200
On -going maintenance to roads and bridges including asphalt overlays, patching
and repairs
Use remainder of $148K in reimbursement from ERWSD collected in 2012 to
Flood incident repairs
-
105,436
105,436
105;436
continue flood repair projecst; Replacement of Bighorn Creek culvert along Spruce
Way to coincide with ERWSD relocation of water main infrastructure at same
location
Fire Truck Replacement
620,900
-
620,900
620,900
2014 replace pumper truck from 1999
Re- appropriate for replacement of entire A/V system at Donovan originally planned
Audio Visual Capital Maintenance
10,000
19,937
29,937
29,937
for 2013; $1 OK annual mtce /replacement of audio - visual equipment in town
buildings such as Municipal Bldg; Grand View, LH Welcome Center, etc.
2014 includes $120K for 24 new cameras in preparation for the 2015's plus $1 OK
Town -wide camera system
130,000
-
130,000
130,000
for annual capital maintenance of 89 cameras already throughout town (includes
municipal public buildings; 6 cameras currently in Vail Village); Recorders cost $7-
8K each; cameras range from $800 - $3800 each;
Document Imaging
30,000
39,979
69,979
69,979
Re- appropriate for additional storage device; Annual maintenance and upgrades;
Software Licensing
48,000
48,000
48,000
Annual renewal of software licenses
Upgrade Microsoft products on all equipment; renew licenses in future; $135K
Hardware Purchases
50,000
50,000
135,000
185,000
supplement requested to replace Intel platform with a new virtual server
chassis environment of three "Simplivity Omincubes"
Copier replacement
10,000
10,000
10,000
Replace 8 -yr old equipment with copier /printer /fax/scanner
Data Center (Computer Rooms)
15,000
15,000
15,000
Based on annual replacement schedule of security and power systems for 3
computer rooms
TOWN OF VAIL 2014 BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
2014
2014
Original
1st
2014
2nd
Proposed
Budget
Supplemental
Amended
Supplemental
Amended
Comments
Website and e- commerce
12,000
30,000
42,000
42,000
Re- appropriate a portion to implement e- commerce; Internet security & application
interfaces
Web access to town GIS information (similar to County's website GIS product);
Comm Dev ArcGIS System
-
14,000
14,000
14,000
2014 expenditure to replace the server used for the software as final step in
implementation
Cabling / Network Infrastructure; to repair, maintain & upgrade; Replace cabling in
Fiber Optics in Buildings
62,000
30,726
92,726
92,726
VTC, Public Works and Fire Station 1 in 2013; QMoE fiber ring in 2013 (Fiber to
connect our town office locations and prepare for new phone system) 2013 project
delayed from 4G DAS build with Crown Castle; scheduled for 2014
Network upgrades
40,000
-
40,000
40,000
Computer network systems - replacement cycle every 3 -5 years; replacement of
switches and routers
Phone System Infrastructure
-
116,602
116,602
116,602
Replace infrastructure for 15 -year old phone system; Work started in 2013
Annual capital maintenance of "County -wide "Computer Aided Dispatch /Records
Public Safety System
50,000
-
50,000
50,000
Mgmt System "; includes patrol car and fire truck laptops and software used to push
information to TOV and other agencies; TOV portion of annual Intergraph software
maintenance
Upgrade AM1610 equipment to make operational (the station has been down for
Public AM Radio
-
-
5,900
5,900
approx. 1 year); This channel provides road and parking conditions, etc. to the
public
000
Re- appropriate $131.3K to continue Community Development permitting software
BQness Systems Replacement
-
190,218
190,218
190,218
project and $58.9K for remainder of Finance system project such as
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implementation of ecommerce, additional training, etc.
Transit Center Generator
200,000
-
200,000
200,000
Replacement of generator at the Vail Village transit center; includes re- landscaping
and re- wiring.
LiveScan Fingerprint equipment
28,000
(28,000)
-
-
Approved by Council during 2014 budget hearings Oct 1st to purchase in 2013;
Removing from 2014 budget
Police E- Ticketing system
35,000
-
35,000
35,000
Electronic ticketing system; reduces data entry done by officers to record physical
tickets; will interface with Full Court system
Total Maintenance
3,563,100
886,131
4,449,231
140,900
4,590,131
Enhancement of Town Assets
CDOT Required Parking
218,000
-
218,000
218,000
2014: Vail Village parking improvements per CDOT requirements
Remodel, including addition of restrooms and some guest enhancement; Increase
Vail Village Info Booth
-
1,276,383
1,276,383
260,000
1,536,383
project budget by $260K based on final designs and value- engineering as
approved by Council 7/15
Guest Services Enhancements/Wayfinding
1,000,000
2,161,947
3,161,947
3,161,947
Guest Service / Wayfinding enhancements outside of VRA district
Main Vail Fire Station
-
-
-
Completed
To complete phase II of the project to exchange street lights to LED; $327K
Energy Enhancements
-
221,124
221,124
330,000
551,124
includes $170K funded by Holy Cross (see revenue above) and $160K to
retrofit lighting to LED technology as approved by Council May 6th
Neighborhood Road Reconstruction
-
25,000
25,000
25,000
East Vail roads; $25K for design for shared project with ERWSD on Rockledge Rd
Neighborhood Bridge Reconstruction
300,000
-
300,000
300,000
2014: Reconstruction of bridges at Nugget Lane and Bridge Rd
Replace parking system in both structures (LH parking structure system had been
Parking Entry System / Equipment
600,000
600,000
600,000
scheduled for replacement in 2006); Better financial reporting and potential to
interface with variable message signs and other parking systems across town;
Partially reimbursed by VRA ($300K)
Previously $693K budgeted in 2014 for replacement of approximately 59 radios for
Radio Equipment replacement
176,000
-
176,000
176,000
PW, PD and Fire. Adjusted to only include radios purchased over 12 years ago (in
2008 the town replaced a number of radios; these will not be replaced until 2018)
Hybrid Bus Battery Replacement
385,000
55,000
440,000
440,000
Scheduled replacement: 1 in 2013; 7 in 2014; Estimated life of 6 years
TOWN OF VAIL 2014 BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
2014 2014
Original 1st 2014 2nd Proposed
Budget Supplemental Amended Supplemental Amended Comments
Replace Buses
45,000
15,002
60,002
60,002
Re- appropriate for bike rack replacements; 2014: ADA van for on -call pickups
Timber Ridge Legal/Zoning
-
15,604
15,604
15,604
Re- appropriate for consultant and legal expenses for the continuation of
redevelopment of Timber Ridge
Timber Ridge Redevelopment
225,000
-
225,000
225,000
Estimate for rockfall mitigation
Total Enhancements
2,949,000
3,770,059
6,719,059
590,000
7,309,059
New Assets
10,000
Municipal Redevelopment
33,343
33,343
43,343
Re- appropriate $8K and supplement by $25K for additional conceptual design,
program analysis and potential legal costs; Per Council 7115, supplement budget
for appraisal of Lot 10 near VVMC parking area, est'd at $10K
Re- appropriate for desk and signage improvements
Welcome Center (VRA)
68,887
68,887
68,887
East LionsHead Portal (VRA)
-
25,000
25,000
25,000
Re- appropriate a portion to address street light and snowmelt issues
1 -70 Underpass (VRA)
600,000
1,031,586
1,631,586
1,631,586
Re- appropriate from 2013 unused; plus an additional $820K to cover total amount
of contract 2014 - 2016; CDOT reimbursements will span several years, with 2014
amount shown above
Lionshead Parking Structure Entry (VRA)
00
2,000,000
164,962
2,164,962
2,164,962
Improve entry area into LH parking structure including booth attendant stations prior
to 2015 World Championship; 2013 design; 2014 construction. Per Council contract
award added $95K on March 18th; Entire project reimbursed by VRA (see
transfers below)
N
Liabshead Medans (VRA)
1,000,000
(950,000)
50,000
50,000
Median construction from LH parking structure to Vail Spa; Council cancelled the
project; need some funds for bills already incurred; will reduce further when all bills
paid
Mobile Communications vehicle
-
321,000
321,000
321,000
Budgeted during 2013 to allow for contract to be signed; will pay out funds in 2014
when van is delivered sometime in the fall
Chamonix Housing Marketing Study
5,000
7,550
12,550
12,550
Update Housing Market Study
Buy -down Program
-
402,118
402,118
402,118
Carry forward program funding
Buy -down Program Funded by Pay -in -Lieu
-
684,814
684,814
684,814
Carry forward current balance of program funding: Housing funded directly by Pay -
in -Lieu fees collected from developers; Includes revenue collected in 2013 ($84.4K)
Total New Assets:
3,605,000
1,789,260
5,394,260
10,000
5,404,260
Total Expenditures
10,117,100
6,445,449
16,562,549
740,900
17,303,449
Other Financing Sources (Uses)
Transfer from Vail Reinvestment Authority
3,950,000
(704,565)
3,245,435
3,245,435
Re- appropriate for continuing projects such as LH Parking Structure entry $164K; I-
70 underpass $11 K; and LH Welcome Center $68.9K; remove $950K for
cancellation of LH Medians; 2014: Simba Run Underpass $600K, LH Parking
structure entry $2.OM, parking equipment at LH $300K and annual LH parking
structure capital maintenance $50K.
Transfer from Debt Service Fund
-
21,311
21,311
21,311
To close out remaining balance in Debt Service Fund
Transfer from Dispatch Fund
-
-
16,800
16,800
Transfer from Dispatch for Mobile Comm Van
Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures
4,160,890
(6,534,703)
(2,373,813)
347,100
(2,026,713)
Beginning Fund Balance
7,955,486
15,789,376
15,789,376
Ending Fund Balance
12,116,376
13,415,562
13,762,662
TOWN OF VAIL 2014 BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX FUND
2014
2014
Original
1st
2014
2nd
Proposed
Budget
Supplemental
Amended
Supplemental
Amended
Comments
Real Estate Transfer Tax
$ 3,900,000
$
$ 3,900,000
$ 1,000,000
$ 4,900,000
Based on YTD collections currently up 42% from prior year
Golf Course Lease
132,014
132,014
-
132,014
Annual lease payment from Vail Recreation District 2% annual increase - deposited to "Recreation
Enhancement Account" (accompanying expenditure listed below)
Intergovenmental Revenue
20,000
20,000
99,900
119,900
$20K Lottery fund proceeds; $99.9K CDOT contribution to water quality vaults
Project Reimbursements
-
1,165,000
1,165,000
-
1,165,000
Carry forward $1.165M VRD portion for Golf Course Clubhouse construction;
Recreation Amenity Fees
10,000
-
10,000
10,000
Earnings on Investments and Other
33,712
33,712
33,712
Total Revenue
4,095,726
1,165,000
5,260,726
1,099,900
6,360,626
Maintain Town Assets
Annual Park and Landscape Maintenance
1,430,514
-
1,430,514
-
1,430,514
Ongoing path, park and open space maintenance, project mgmt
Management Fee to General Fund (5 %)
195,000
195,000
195,000
5% of RETT Collections - fee remitted to the General Fund for administration
Tree Maintenance
65,000
65,000
65,000
Regular maintenance for tree health within the town spraying, removing, new trees
Forest Health Management
195,000
195,000
195,000
Pine beetle mitigation in conjunction w/ forest service (Crew of 6 during spring /summer months)
Street Furniture Replacement
75,000
75,000
75,000
Annual replacement or capital repairs, includes bike racks
Alpine Garden Support
65,620
-
65,620
65,620
Annual operating support of the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens
Eagle I6rer Watershed Programs
62,000
24,000
86,000
-
86,000
Re- appropriate for the Gore Creek Riparian Restoration project; Annual support of the Eagle River
Watershed Council programs
CA
Activel�reen by 2015 Program
-
-
-
37,000
37,000
Council Contribution (off cycle) for continuation of this program run by Walking Mountains
Fencintaround West Vail Community Garden
-
-
18,500
18,500
Council Contribution (off cycle) for installation of wildlife fencing around West Vail
Community Garden
Public Art - Operating
95,920
95,920
-
95,920
Art In Public Places staff and programs
Environmental Sustainability
250,000
-
250,000
250,000
500,000
$250K annual Environmental Sustainability staff and programs; 2014: $250K supplement request
includes $50K for recycling education program, $75K Recycling rebates for commercial start
up costs and $125K recycling rebates for residential
Total Maintenance
2,434,054
24,000
2,458,054
305,500
2,763,554
Enhancement of Town Assets
Rec. Path Capital Maint
104,796
-
104,796
-
104,796
Capital maintenance of the town's recreation path system; Transfer $40K of unspent in 2013 to the
Library recreation path project for design
Park / Playground Capital Maintenance
90,500
38,338
128,838
128,838
Annual maintenance items include projects such as playground surface refurbishing, replacing bear -
proof trash cans, painting /staining of play structures, picnic shelter additions /repairs, and fence
maintenance
Donovan Park Master Plan
5,000
5,000
5,000
To separate and update the Donovan Park master plan from the Ford Park master plan
Flood Incident Repairs
-
847,795
847,795
847,795
Re- appropriate for re- stabilization of Dowd Junction path; Repairs to culverts, drainage, and
preventative improvements
Library Recreation Path Reconstruction
200,000
40,000
240,000
240,000
Use $40K of unsued 2013 funds in Rec. Path Maintenance for design of hte bike path;
Reconstruction of the recreation path from the Vail Library to Lionshead, including 12 ft wide
concrete trail, repairs to eroded culverts at Middle Creek and stream bank erosion repair (50 ft.
section); Per Council 9/17/13, do planning /design in 2014 and construction in 2015
Streambank/tract mitigation
750,000
934,834
1,684,834
-
1,684,834
Pending Eagle River Water District study results; Includes estimates for streambank repairs (from
water to bank) and riparian repairs (from bank to land area and revegetation)
Water Quality / Storm Water
350,000
-
350,000
99,900
449,900
Would accompany repairs made with streambank/tract mitigation for storm water and culverts;
$99.9K contribution from CDOT for water quality vaults (see revenue above)
Skate Park - Temporary
260,000
260,000
-
260,000
Replacement of temporary skate park; a permanent site has not been identified. Estimated cost of
a permanent site is from $500K - $1.OM; Per Council 8/21/12, move budget for temp. to 2014, with
intent of selecting a permanent site in the next two years.
TOWN OF VAIL 2014 BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX FUND
2014
2014
Original
list
2014
2nd
Proposed
Budget
Supplemental
Amended
Supplemental
Amended
Comments
Ford Park Portal Improvements
250,000
250,000
250,000
TOV portion of improvements to six portals into Ford Park; Matching contribution from Vail Valley
Foundation; 2013 for design; Transferred $750K to 2013 Ford Park Fields per Council 8/6/13
($100K tfd in 2013 and $650K in 2014)
Bike Lanes: N Frontage Rd
1,500,000
1,500,000
1,500,000
Moved up to 2014 from 2015 to correspond with CDOT overlay next year; Bike lane shoulder from
Red Sandstone school to Buffehr Creek
Bike Lanes: S Frontage Rd
500,000
500,000
500,000
Bike lane shoulders: In 2013 from West Vail roundabout to Matterhorn; 2014 from Matterhorn to
Cascade to be done in conjuction with Cascade CDOT parking project
Ford Park Playground Safety Improvements
304,000
304,000
304,000
Moved up to 2014 to coincide with Ford Park improvements; Ford Park playground built in 2000;
improvements were previously scheduled for 2015
Ford Park parking lot slope re- vegetation
100,000
100,000
100,000
Re- vegetate the slope down toward the river at the Ford Park parking lot
Booth Creek Playground
385,250
385,250
385,250
Previously in 2012; deferred to 2014
Booth Creek Tennis Courts
262,000
262,000
262,000
Reconstruction of the tennis courts, pending outcome of overall park design identified below
Booth Creek Park Redevelopment
-
250,000
250,000
250,000
Council initially approved to supplement in 2013 during 2014 budget discussions. Dollars were
moved forward from the 2017 budget for design and planning, with construction in 2017
Public Art - General program / art
80,000
310,831
390,831
390,831
To purchase sculptures, artwork, art programs and events; remainder is re- appropriated each year
to accumulate enough funds; Supplement budget for annual donations, manhole cover & jewelery
sales contributed during 2013 ($4,975)
Public Art - Winterfest
-
78,730
78,730
78,730
Carry over balance from 2013 and recognize donations made for Winterfest event
Total Wancements
5,141,546
2,500,528
7,642,074
99,900
7,741,974
Cn
\
VRD- aged Facility Projects
Recre '9n Enhancement Account
132,014
(132,014)
Annual rent paid by Vail Recreation District; to be re- invested in asset maintenance; transfer 2014
rent to Golf Clubhouse and Nordic Center
Golf Course - Other Improvements
108,967
725,125
834,092
834,092
2014 asphalt parking area by storage maintenance building; replacement of storage shed at the
golf clubhouse; sewer repairs at maintenance facility
Dobson Ice Arena
14,475
130,000
144,475
144,475
$130K needed to replace boilers originally scheduled for 2017; $14K in 2014 original budget for
other maintenance items
Ford Park / Tennis Center Improvements
12,270
-
12,270
12,270
Capital maintenance items per VRD agreement
Athletic Fields
15,604
-
15,604
15,604
Capital maintenance items per VRD agreement
Total VRD- Managed Facility Projects
283,330
723,111
1,006,441
1,006,441
New Assets
Golf Clubhouse and Nordic Center (CCF)
-
6,268,629
6,268,629
6,268,629
2014 Transfer of $132K from REA funds; Total includes $1.165M reimbursement from VRD,
allocation of Recreation Enhancement Funds thru 2014 and Conference Center funds of $3.8M
(Total project cost originally estimated at $6.8M)
Ford Park Improvements & Fields (CCF)
4,080,792
4,080,792
4,080,792
Per council 8/6113 move up $2.7M from 2014 budget plus use $10OK in 2013 and $650K in 2014
from Ford Park Portal Improvements (to help offset the $1.5 shortfall) plus $218K for VVF shared
costs; Re- appropriated balance plus transfer of $360K from Frontage Road Bike Lanes above for
reconstruction of the streamwalk along Ford Park (reducing the slope grade from a max of 17% to a
max of 6 - 7 %) and transfer of $416K from Ford Park/Tennis budget;
Public Restrooms
334,174
334,174
334,174
Restrooms at lower bench of Ford Park
Total New Assets:
-
10,683,595
10,683,595
10,683,595
Total Expenditures
7,858,930
13,931,234
21,790,164
405,400
22,195,564
Other Financing Sources (Uses)
Transfer from Conference Center Fund
-
1,836,318
1,836,318
-
1,836,318
Transfer from Conf Center Funds for Golf Clubhouse ($3.8M) and Ford Park Field projects ($3.5M),
net of transfer in 2013
Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures
(3,763,204)
(10,929,916)
(14,693,120)
694,500
(13,998,620)
Beginning Fund Balance
4,890,970
16,856,681
16,856,681
Ending Fund Balance
$ 1,127,766
$ 2,163,561
$ 2,858,061
TOWN OF VAIL 2014 BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
DISPATCH SERVICES FUND
8/5/2014
13
2014
2014
1st
2014
2nd
Proposed
Budget
Supplemental
Amended
Supplemental
Amended
Comments
Revenue
E911 Board Revenue
$ 776,956
$
$ 776,956
$
$ 776,956
Interagency Charges
1,151,619
1,151,619
1,151,619
Town of Vail Interagency Charge
590,961
590,961
590,961
Earnings on Investments
8,200
8,200
8,200
Other
-
-
-
Total Revenue
2,527,736
2,527,736
2,527,736
Expenditures
Salaries & Benefits
1,968,386
1,968,386
1,968,386
Operating, Maintenance & Contracts
550,406
550,406
550,406
Capital Outlay
-
3,000
3,000
3,000
Total Expenditures
2,518,792
3,000
2,521,792
2,521,792
Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures
8,944
(3,000)
5,944
0
5,944
Other Financing Sources (Uses)
Part of E911 Authority's contribution to
Transfer to Capital Projects Fund
-
-
16,800
16,800
Mobile Comm Van funded by capital
conributions (normally included in E911
Board Revenue line item above)
Total Financing Sources (Uses)
-
-
16,800
16,800
Surplus Net of Transfers & New Programs
8,944
(3,000)
5,944
(16,800)
(10,856)
Beginning Fund Balance
593,697
186,334
780,030
780,030
Ending Fund Balance
$ 602,641
$ 183,334
$ 785,974
$ (16,800)
$ 769,174
8/5/2014
13
ORDINANCE NO. 13
SERIES OF 2014
AN ORDINANCE MAKING BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS TO THE TOWN OF VAIL GENERAL
FUND, CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND, REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX FUND, AND
DISPATCH SERVICE FUND OF THE 2014 BUDGET FOR THE TOWN OF VAIL,
COLORADO; AND AUTHORIZING THE SAID ADJUSTMENTS AS SET FORTH HEREIN;
AND SETTING FORTH DETAILS IN REGARD THERETO.
WHEREAS, contingencies have arisen during the fiscal year 2014 which could not have
been reasonably foreseen or anticipated by the Town Council at the time it enacted Ordinance No.
15, Series of 2013, adopting the 2014 Budget and Financial Plan for the Town of Vail, Colorado;
and,
WHEREAS, the Town Manager has certified to the Town Council that sufficient funds are
available to discharge the appropriations referred to herein, not otherwise reflected in the Budget, in
accordance with Section 9.10(a) of the Charter of the Town of Vail; and,
WHEREAS, in order to accomplish the foregoing, the Town Council finds that it should make
certain budget adjustments as set forth herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
VAIL, COLORADO that:
Pursuant to Section 9.10(a) of the Charter of the Town of Vail, Colorado, the Town
Council hereby makes the following budget adjustments for the 2014 Budget and Financial Plan for
the Town of Vail, Colorado, and authorizes the following budget adjustments:
General Fund $ 99,573
Capital Projects Fund 740,900
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund 405,400
Dispatch Services Fund 16,800
Total $ 1,262,673
2. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any
reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this
ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would have passed this ordinance, and each
part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or
more parts, sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid.
3. The Town Council hereby finds, determines, and declares that this ordinance is
Ordinance No. 13, Series of 2014
8/5/2014
necessary and proper for the health, safety, and welfare of the Town of Vail and the inhabitants
thereof.
4. The repeal or the repeal and reenactment of any provision of the Municipal Code of
the Town of Vail as provided in this ordinance shall not affect any right which has accrued, any duty
imposed, any violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution commenced,
nor any other action or proceedings as commenced under or by virtue of the provision repealed or
repealed and reenacted. The repeal of any provision hereby shall not revive any provision or any
ordinance previously repealed or superseded unless expressly stated herein.
5. All bylaws, orders, resolutions, and ordinances, or parts thereof, inconsistent
herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer shall not be construed
to revise any bylaw, order, resolution, or ordinance, or part thereof, theretofore repealed.
INTRODUCED, READ, APPROVED, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON
FIRST READING this 15th day of July, 2014, and a public hearing shall be held on this Ordinance
on the 5th day of August, 2014, at the regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail,
Colorado, in the Municipal Building of the town.
Andrew P. Daly, Mayor
ATTEST:
Patty McKenny, Town Clerk
READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED IN FULL this 5th
day of August 2014.
ATTEST:
Patty McKenny, Town Clerk
Ordinance No. 13, Series of 2014
Andrew P. Daly, Mayor
8/5/2014
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
MEETING DATE: August 5, 2014
ITEM /TOPIC: First reading of Ordinance No. 14 Series of 2014, An Ordinance Amending
Sections 5 -4 -9 and 5 -4 -10 of the Vail Town Code Relating to the Possession, Consumption
and Use of Nicotine Products by Minors and the Sale of such Products to Minors
PRESENTER(S): Matt Mire, Town Attorney
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with modifications, or deny
Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2014, upon second reading.
BACKGROUND: The Colorado General Assembly recently passed Senate Bill 2014 -18,
which prohibits furnishing and /or selling nicotine products to minors, including electronic
devices that deliver nicotine. Sections 5 -4 -9 and 5 -4 -10 of the Vail Town Code govern
restrictions on tobacco products and minors, but do not include nicotine products such as
electronic cigarettes.
ATTACHMENTS:
Ordinance No. 14 Series of 2014
8/5/2014
ORDINANCE NO. 14
SERIES 2014
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 5 -4 -9 AND 5 -4 -10 OF THE
VAIL TOWN CODE RELATING TO THE POSSESSION, CONSUMPTION
AND USE OF NICOTINE PRODUCTS BY MINORS AND THE SALE OF
SUCH PRODUCTS TO MINORS
WHEREAS, the Colorado General Assembly recently passed Senate Bill 2014-
18, which prohibits furnishing and /or selling nicotine products to minors, including
electronic devices that deliver nicotine;
WHEREAS, Sections 5 -4 -9 and 5 -4 -10 of the Vail Town Code govern restrictions
on tobacco products and minors, but do not include nicotine products, such as
electronic cigarettes; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council desires to amend the Vail Town Code to prohibit
the possession, consumption and use of nicotine products by minors and the sale of
such products to minors.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO, THAT:
Section 1. Section 5 -4 -9 of the Vail Town Code is hereby repealed in its
entirety and reenacted to read as follows:
5 -4 -9: TOBACCO PRODUCTS, NICOTINE PRODUCTS AND
MINORS:
A. Definitions. As used in this Section:
1. MINOR means a person under eighteen (18) years of age.
2. TOBACCO PRODUCT means a product that contains tobacco or is
derived from tobacco and is intended to be ingested, inhaled,
smoked, placed in the oral or nasal cavities, or applied to the skin
of an individual, including without limitation cigarettes, cigars,
cigarillos, kreteks, bidis, hookah, and pipes; granulated, plug cut,
crimp cut, ready rubbed, and other smoking tobacco; snuff and
snuff flour, snus, plug and twist, fine -cut, and other chewing or
dipping tobacco; shorts, refuse scraps, clippings, cuttings, and
seepings of tobacco; and any other kinds and forms of tobacco,
prepared in such manner as to be suitable for both chewing or for
smoking in a cigarette, pipe, or otherwise, or both for chewing and
smoking. Tobacco product also includes cloves and any other
plant matter or product that is packaged for smoking.
Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2014 8/5/2014
3. NICOTINE PRODUCT means an electronic device or any
component thereof that can be used to deliver nicotine to the
person inhaling from the device, including without limitation an
electronic cigarette, cigar, cigarillo, hookah, pipe, or nicotine
vaporizer; and nicotine or other chemical liquids, extracts, and oils
intended to be used therein.
B. It is unlawful for a minor to possess, consume or use a tobacco
product or nicotine product.
C. It is unlawful for a minor to purchase, obtain or attempt to purchase or
obtain a tobacco product or nicotine product by misrepresentation of
age or by any other method.
D. It is unlawful for a person to knowingly furnish to a minor, by gift, sale
or any other means, a tobacco product or nicotine product.
E. It is a rebuttable presumption that the substance within a package or
container is a tobacco product or nicotine product if the package or
container has affixed to it a label which identifies the package or
container as containing a tobacco product or nicotine product.
F. It is an affirmative defense to a prosecution under this Section that the
person furnishing the tobacco product or nicotine product was
presented with and reasonably relied upon a document which
identified the minor receiving the tobacco product or nicotine product
as being eighteen (18) years of age of older.
Section 2. Section 5 -4 -10 of the Vail Town Code is hereby amended as
follows:
5 -4 -10: VIOLATION; PENALTY:
A. Violations: The following acts constitute violations of this Chapter:
1. Smoking in a posted no smoking area.
2. Failure to post a no smoking sign as required by this Chapter.
3. Willful destruction or defacement of a sign posted as required by
this Chapter.
4. The furnishing, selling, or giving of any tobacco product or
nicotine product to a minor.
5. The possession, consumption or use of a tobacco product
or nicotine product by a minor.
Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2014 8/5/2014
56. The purchase or attempt to purchase a tobacco product or
nicotine product by a minor.
B. Penalty: The penalty for violation of any provision of this Chapter
shall be as provided in Section 1 -4 -1 of this Code.
Section 3. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this
ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not effect the validity
of the remaining portions of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it
would have passed this ordinance, and each part, section, subsection, sentence, clause
or phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more parts, sections,
subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid.
Section 4. The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this
ordinance is necessary and proper for the health, safety and welfare of the Town of Vail
and the inhabitants thereof.
Section 5. The amendment of any provision of the Town Code as provided in
this ordinance shall not affect any right which has accrued, any duty imposed, any
violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution commenced,
nor any other action or proceeding as commenced under or by virtue of the provision
amended. The amendment of any provision hereby shall not revive any provision or
any ordinance previously repealed or superseded unless expressly stated herein.
Section 6. All bylaws, orders, resolutions and ordinances, or parts thereof,
inconsistent herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This
repealer shall not be construed to revise any bylaw, order, resolution or ordinance, or
part thereof, theretofore repealed.
INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED
PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this 5th day of August, 2014 and a
public hearing for second reading of this Ordinance set for the 19th day of August, 2014,
in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail, Colorado.
Andrew P. Daly, Mayor
ATTEST:
Patty McKenny, Town Clerk
Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2014 8/5/2014
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
MEETING DATE: August 5, 2014
ITEM /TOPIC: Adjournment (8:25 p.m.)
8/5/2014
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