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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
WORK SESSION AGENDA
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
75 S. Frontage Road W.
Vail, CO 81657
1:00 P.M., FEBRUARY 2, 2016
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Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied
upon to determine at what time Council will consider an item.
Public comments on work session item may be solicited by the Town
Council.
ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update (5 min.)
PRESENTER(S): Chris Neubecker, Planning Manager
ITEM/TOPIC: Vail Valley Trail Connection Update (15 min. )
PRESENTER(S): Rich Carroll and Scott Prince, Board members
BACKGROUND: Review Vail Valley Trail Connections mission, purpose, 2015
accomplishments, plan for 2016 and the role of Town of Vail with "VVTC".
ITEM/TOPIC: Vail Trail Project Update (15 min.)
PRESENTER(S): Gregg Barrie, Senior Landscape Architect
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: With direction from the Town Council,
staff plans to submit a portion of the trail for a Conditional Use Permit through the
PEC. Staff is requesting feedback from the Council prior to submitting to the PEC
and the USFS.
BACKGROUND: Over the past year and a half, staff has presented concepts for
improving the soft -surface hiking and mountain biking trail system in Vail. One of
the specific projects for the improved trails system is the renovation and
extension of the Vail Trail. The goal of the Vail Trail project is to provide a
beginner -level hiking and mountain biking trail for residents and guests. The
project will require approval from the USFS and the town's PEC. Many of the
components for the approvals are nearing completion. Staff will provide an
update on the status of the project.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Provide feedback and recommendations to staff
based on the project update.
ITEM/TOPIC: Slifer Square Repair Project Update (30 min. )
PRESENTER(S): Todd Oppenheimer, Landscape Architect and Capital Project
Manager
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Staff is requesting the Town Council
consider the problem statement, opportunities, givens and process presented
2/2/2016
and provide feedback in regards to its agreement or disagreement with the
statements included in this memorandum.
BACKGROUND: There are several issues plaguing the Slifer Square area
including frequent, foul odors from the storm sewer system, storm water being
discharged into Gore Creek without treatment, water leaking from the fountain,
and corroded steel snow melt mains. There are also opportunities for
improvement to the function and aesthetics of Slifer Square as a public gathering
space and primary pedestrian connection to the Vail Village and Vail Mountain.
The Real Estate Transfer Tax Capital Project Budget includes $150,000 in 2016
for design and engineering and $1,350,000 in 2017 for Slifer Square repairs.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: This item is for discussion only. There is no staff
recommendation.
5. ITEM/TOPIC: Restore the Gore Strategic Action Plan Presentation (75
min.)
PRESENTER(S): Kristen Bertuglia, Environmental Sustainability Manager
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: In anticipation of approval of the Restore
the Gore Plan staff requests the Vail Town Council identify questions or
information needed with the goal of adoption of the plan by resolution. Staff will
provide any additional information for discussion at the March 1st Council
session.
BACKGROUND: As of 2012 the Colorado Department of Public Health and
Environment (CDPHE), Water Quality Control Commission, added the portion of
Gore Creek from Black Gore Creek to the Eagle River (Dowd Junction) to
Colorado's Section 303(d) list of impaired waters for aquatic life use. Since then
the Water Quality Improvement Plan, a research document produced through a
Valley -wide partnership and Leonard Rice Engineers, has identified the causes of
the decline in water quality as 1) pollutants from land use activities, 2) drainage
from impervious surfaces, and 3) loss of riparian habitat. The town has developed
a Strategic Action Plan in order to address the causes of decline. The Restore
the Gore; Gore Creek Strategic Action Plan has been approved by the Vail
Planning and Environmental Commission and is being forwarded to the Vail
Town Council for adoption.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: As this is a work session, there is no staff
recommendation at this time. At the Vail Town Council session on March 15,
2016, staff will be recommending the Vail Town Council approve, or approve with
modifications, the Restore the Gore; Gore Creek Strategic Action Plan.
6. ITEM/TOPIC: Vail Meeting Agenda Format -Proposed Changes (15 min. )
PRESENTER(S): Patty McKenny, Town Clerk, Matt Mire, Town Attorney
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Council input is requested on the
proposed changes presented for the council meeting agenda. No formal action is
required.
BACKGROUND: The Town Clerk and Town Attorney propose a couple of
changes to the council meeting agenda format in an effort to create a more
helpful description of the business items.
7. ITEM/TOPIC: Discussion of 2016 Community Survey (45 min. )
2/2/2016
PRESENTER(S): Suzanne Silverthorn, Director of Communications and Chris
Cares, RRC Associates
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: The Town Council is asked to provide
feedback regarding the proposed survey methodology, schedule, benchmarking
questions as well as additional topics to solicit community feedback.
BACKGROUND: The Town of Vail community survey has been used to probe
public policy issues and solicit feedback on additional topics of community
interest. It has also been used to measure the town's operational performance as
compared with previous years. The most recent surveys were conducted in 2012
and 2014. A 2016 survey has been budgeted to coincide with the new Town
Council term and to benchmark municipal service levels. The purpose of this
discussion is to receive direction from the Town Council related to the status of
the survey, including a schedule, methodology and topics.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: None.
8. ITEM/TOPIC: Information Update:
1) Revenue Highlights
2) December 2015 Sales Tax Memorandum
(5 min.)
9. ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from Mayor, Council and Committee Reports (10
min.)
10. ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session: 1) C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b) - to receive
legal advice on specific legal questions; Regarding: the Vail Cascade
Resort (15 min. )
11.
PRESENTER(S): Matt Mire, Town Attorney
ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment (4:45 p.m.)
NOTE: UPCOMING MEETING TOPICS AND ESTIMATED TIMEFRAMES
BELOW (ALL ARE APPROXIMATE DATES AND TIMES AND SUBJECT
TO CHANGE)
THE NEXT REGULAR VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING WORK
SESSION WILL BEGIN AT APPROXIMATELY 12:30 P.M. (or TBD),
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2016 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
CHAMBERS.
Ongoing agenda items
DRB/PEC updates WS - 15 min.; Information Updates Attachments: WS -
15 min.; Executive Session items: 30 min.; Consent Agenda: 5 min.; Town
Manager Report: 5 min.
Proposed / Future Agenda Items
Review Transportation Ordinance - 2/16
Review Chamonix project: funding, pricing, sales strategy and prospective
buyer survey - 2/16
Community Survey Review (if needed) - 2/16
Annual Community Meeting - 3/8
2/2/2016
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Vail Municipal Building Remodel Update - TBD
Cleanup Title 12, zoning amendments- TBD
Vail Trails Update - TBD
Environmental Strategic Plan Update - TBD
Eagle County School District Meeting w/ Board - TBD
Ford Park Leases - TBD
Peer City Visit to Aspen - TBD
Open Lands Strategic Plan - TBD
Pedestrian Crossings at Roundabouts & Bus Shelters Discussion - TBD
VRD Agreement for Skate Park - TBD
Please call (970) 479-2136 for additional information. Sign language
interpretation is available upon request with 48-hour notification. Please call
(970) 479-2356, Telecommunication Device for the Deaf (TDD), for
information.
2/2/2016
TOWN OF VAIN
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
MEETING DATE: February2, 2016
ITEM/TOPIC: PEC/DRB Update
PRESENTER(S): Chris Neubecker, Planning Manager
ATTACHMENTS:
January 20, 2016 DRB Meeting Results
January 25, 2016 PEC Meeting Results
2/2/2016
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MEMBERS PRESENT
Peter Cope
Doug Cahill
Bill Pierce
Rollie Kjesbo
Andy Forstl
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD AGENDA
PUBLIC MEETING
January 20, 2016
Council Chambers
75 South Frontage Road West - Vail, Colorado, 81657
MEMBERS ABSENT
PROJECT ORIENTATION 2:OOpm
SITE VISITS
1. Colorado Ski Museum — 241 East Meadow Drive
MAIN AGENDA 3:OOpm
Streich Residence DRB150373 Jonathan
Final review of an addition
5097 Main Gore Drive/Lot 2 & 3, Block 1, Bighorn 5t" Addition
Applicant: Frederick C. Streich
ACTION: Table to February 3, 2016
MOTION: Kjesbo SECOND: Forstl VOTE: 5-0-0
2. Diamond Rock Hospitality DRB160007 Jonathan
Final review of a change to approved plans (screen)
715 West Lionshead Circle/West Day Subdivision
Applicant: Diamond Rock Hospitality, represented by TAAG Architects
ACTION: Table to February 3, 2016
MOTION: Kjesbo SECOND: Forstl VOTE: 5-0-0
3. Colorado Ski Museum DRB160005 Brian
Final review of an addition
241 East Meadow Drive/Tract B & C, Vail Village Filing 1
Applicant: Colorado Ski Museum, represented by Susie Tjossem
ACTION: Table to February 3, 2016
MOTION: Kjesbo SECOND: Forstl VOTE: 5-0-0
4. Update on Chamonix Housing Project George
STAFF APPROVALS
Millennium Real Estate II LLC DRB150550 Jonathan
Final review of an addition
600 Vail Valley Drive Unit B2/Tract B, Vail Village Filing 7
Applicant: Millennium Real Estate II LLC, represented by Nedbo Construction
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2/2/2016
Wall Street Office LLC DRB150561 Brian
Final review of a sign application (window)
225 Wall Street Unit 200/1-ot B 7 C, Block 5C, Vail Village Filing 1
Applicant: Wall Street Office LLC, represented by Michael Slevin
104-6 LLC DRB160001 Brian
Final review of an exterior alteration (sign)
278 Hanson Ranch Road/Lot A — C, Block 2, Vail Village Filing 1
Applicant: 104-6 LLC, represented by David Segerdahl
104-6 LLC DRB160003 Jonathan
Final review of an exterior alteration (railing)
278 Hanson Ranch Road/Lots A -C, Block 2, Vail Village Filing 1
Applicant: 104-6 LLC, represented by Mark Hallenbeck
Root & Flower Wine Bar DRB 160004 Matt
Final review of a sign application (business ID)
225 Wall Street Unit 103A/Lots B & C, Block C, Vail Village Filing 1
Applicant: Root & Flower Wine Bar
Saloon 4937 LLC DRB160008 Jonathan
Final review of a change to approved plans (windows)
994 Ptarmigan Road/Lot 3, Block 4, Vail Village Filing 7
Applicant: Saloon 4937 LLC, represented by K.H. Webb Architects
Park Meadows Redevelopment DRB150558 Jonathan
Final review of a change to approved plans (extension)
1472 Matterhorn Ci rcle/U n platted
Applicant: Park Meadows, represented by Finn Boyer
Gonzales Residence OTC 16-0001 J. R.
Final review of an exterior alteration (windows)
4061 Bighorn Road Unit 12H/Pitkin Creek Park Phase III
Applicant: Moses Gonzales, represented by Renewal by Andersen
The applications and information about the proposals are available for public inspection during regular office
hours at the Town of Vail Community Development Department, 75 South Frontage Road. The public is
invited to attend the project orientation and the site visits that precede the public hearing in the Town of Vail
Community Development Department. Times and order of items are approximate, subject to change, and
cannot be relied upon to determine at what time the Planning and Environmental Commission will consider
an item. Please call (970) 479-2138 for additional information. Sign language interpretation is available upon
request with 48-hour notification. Please call (970) 479-2356, Telecommunication Device for the Deaf (TDD),
for information.
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0 PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
TOWN OF Mi January 25, 2016, 1:00 PM
Vail Town Council Chambers
75 S. Frontage Road - Vail, Colorado 81657
Call to Order
Members present Brian Gillette, Webb Martin, John Rediker, Henry Pratt, Kirk
Hansen, John Ryan Lockman
Members Absent: Ludwig Kurz
2. A request for review of a Conditional Use Permit pursuant to Section 12-813-3
Conditional Uses, Vail Town Code, in accordance with the provisions of Section 12-
16 Conditional Uses, Vail Town Code, to allow for the installation of parking in the
Chalet Road right -of- way and the conversion of the existing tennis courts to pickle
ball courts, located at 461Vail Valley Drive, Tract F2, Vail Village Filing 5, and setting
forth details in regard thereto. (PEC150037)
Applicant: Town of Vail, represented by Todd Oppenheimer
Planner: Chris Neubecker
Planner Neubecker walked the commission through the proposal.
Todd Oppenheimer, representing the applicant, elaborated on Chris's introduction and
referenced active pickleball members in the audience. Todd provided details on the
proposed reconstruction of the existing courts for pickleball including materials,
orientation, parking and landscaping.
Commissioner Gillette asked why this use is being proposed if there is a potential
noise issue and why this isn't being proposed at Ford Park?
Scott O'Connell from Vail Recreation District (VRD) spoke to the clay courts at Ford
Park and to the noise generated by the pickle ball being within the town's limits. Scott
also spoke to the site visit by the Town Council.
Mr. Oppenheimer elaborated more on the noise generated by the activity.
Commissioner Gillette asked about the surface conditions at Ford Park.
Mr. O'Connell spoke to all of the courts being resurfaced recently.
Commissioner Rediker asked about noise complaints.
Oppenheimer answered that no complaints have been received.
Commissioner Hansen asked for clarification on hours of operation and times of year
of use.
2/2/2016
O'Connell spoke to the courts not being cleared for snow in the winter, and the courts
needing to be vacated for maintenance in October. Hours would be dawn to dusk.
Commissioner Pratt asked about parking management.
Oppenheimer responded that there was no management proposed.
Commissioner Rediker asked if these parking spots are going to be reserved or
managed.
Oppenheimer thought that with the Town's parking garages free in summer, that no
demand is apparent from non-pickleball users for this space.
Public Comment:
Courtney Kline, manager at the Ram's Horn, spoke to concerns about the noise and
Town Council's directive to work with the neighbors and wondered why we would wait
for complaints to institute remedies.
Dan Reynolds, Attorney representing All Seasons, Vail Trails Chalet, Vail Trails East;
and Texas Townhomes, expressed concern with more noise, parking and use and its
lack of compatibility with the residential properties. Dan spoke to the parking taking
away area for potential landscaping. He questioned what would happen if the noise
mitigation was ineffectual. Dan also spoke to alternatives in location, design and
management. Recommended conditions of approval including sound baffling on
fences and a landscape plan, both which should be evaluated by private consultants.
Gillette asked for clarification regarding the proposed conditions of approval from Dan
Reynolds.
Rediker asked Dan if the change to pickleball from tennis exacerbates the issues he
mentioned.
Reynolds responded that the increase in participation increases the odds.
Rediker further asked how additional people in the neighborhood destroy the
character of the neighborhood.
Reynolds feels that it is the noise being generated by the paddle and the additional
people impact the character.
Charlie Penwill, former Parks and Recreation Director in the 1970's, spoke to his
support for pickleball and the historic use of the area which has included recreational
activities. Charlie also spoke to the concerns expressed by Dan Reynolds.
Commissioner Hansen asked about court layout and if it should be altered.
Charlie spoke to the need of proper orientation of the courts.
2/2/2016
Rick Sackbauer spoke to his desire for the inclusion of a drinking fountain, a bike rack
and elevated benches for viewing pickleball matches.
Commissioner Rediker asked about the social aspect of the game and how the player
turnover occurred.
Sackbauer explained the game and the pace and how games are shortened when
others are waiting.
Gillette asked about the courts at Red Sandstone.
Sackbauer spoke to the temporary conversion of the basketball court at Red
Sandstone for pickleball use. The pickleball courts are used in the evenings and on
weekends.
Jerry Stevens, pickleball coordinator, spoke to the drop-in nature of the sport here in
Vail and other characteristics of the sport.
Rediker asked about operational characteristics of the current facility at Red
Sandstone.
Stevens spoke to how the courts were set up and how people coordinated to wait for
the next match.
Rediker asked if there are better ways to program the space from what is being
shown.
Penwill spoke to how the space is planned including the planned waiting area not
within the court and how the waiting area interacts with casual bystanders.
Jim Lamont, representing Vail Home Owners Association, raised issues including
waterbody and stream setbacks that he feels has been ignored, restroom facilities
that are needed (a given) with the creation of a park, and a proper streetscape.
Recommends conditions of approval related to things that may change in the short
term including the streamtract issue and soundproofing. He recommended a possible
reduction in number of courts from 6 to 4 to make room for other improvements.
Jeff Babb, Vail Resorts, spoke to the restroom facilities in the Golden Peak building
across the street, of which there are two (upper and lower floors). The restrooms on
the second the floor are open sometimes during the summer but generally the
building is locked in the summer. The parking lot is by permit only which is managed
more in the winter than the summer. Some special events use the lot in the summer.
There have been discussions with the Vail Recreation District but not into specifics.
Larkspur restaurant has planned changes to their business model and no longer
operates a restaurant on a daily basis in the summer.
Commissioner Ryan requested clarification on the fencing and noise proofing
proposed.
2/2/2016
Oppenheimer spoke to the fence height being flexible and a typo in the memo.
Ryan spoke to his general support for the proposal.
Commissioner Hansen feels this will be a good pocket park for the neighborhood.
Feels there has been ample time for the public to weigh in and will support this
project.
Rediker is not certain if an 8' fence will be adequate. Feels that noise will increase but
does not know if it will be at a problematic level. Inquired about Mill Creek.
Oppenheimer spoke to Mill Creek in this area and generally how drainage works in
the vicinity.
Rediker - 8 ft. fence vs. 10 ft fence — sound barrier needed. West and north side
needs more noise barrier but not on south side. South side concrete paving area
should be rethought. More room for queueing. Increase vegetation beneficial to
stream tract so more vegetation should go in. A formalized agreement with Vail
Resorts for restroom use should be looked at. Supports project but only voting in favor
with redesign with more vegetation and restrooms access.
Commissioner Webb — Wanted to confirm what the percentage of landscape to
hardscape area is. Generally in favor of project. OK with parking layout. Concurs with
Commissioner Rediker about need for restrooms. Recommends better signage.
Commissioner Gillette — Concurs with Commissioner Webb's comments.
Oppenheimer spoke to restroom use, and that the requested use of restrooms at
Golden Peak has been declined by Vail Resorts.
Gillette — concrete patio is not large enough for queueing. Opportunity on east side of
courts to make more riparian area. Look at Manor Vail and see if they'll allow Town of
Vail to restore the stream. Wait on opaque barrier and hold off until more data justifies
it. Wait a season before installing barrier. Drainage should be looked at (from courts
to north) and see if water runoff can be held on site rather than let run across adjacent
parking lot to north.
Oppenheimer spoke to the drainage and says it follows historical drainage pattern and
is treated better by allowing to drain as is.
Gillette- Water quality vault should be a part of this project.
Rediker — inquired of any written testimony received by town or Town Council that
PEC has not seen.
Neubecker: No other material submitted to Town Council that is not part of record of
this hearing is available today. Notice was published in accordance with Town
ordinances. Issue was before Council in November 2015.
2/2/2016
Greg Hall spoke to Council's hearing of tennis vs pickleball.
Gillette: How does water work on site?
Oppenheimer spoke to current water situation — no drinking facilities available.
Chairman Pratt: generally in favor of the application but with conditions. Some
reconciliation with Vail Resorts about restrooms at Golden Peak should be arranged.
Mill Creek is severely degraded and Town should take the lead to enhance the
riparian zone on east side of courts. Plant more native species along banks. Sound
barrier should be installed from the start and fences should be ten feet tall rather than
8; East side too to absorb the sound of the game. Parking is biggest issue and
parking should perhaps be reduced to provide more green space along west side of
courts. Parking should be signed for exclusive use of the courts.
Oppenheimer requested to table the application to bring some plan changes back to
PEC. Staff confirmed that's a fair direction.
Chairman Pratt looking for show of hands for water quality vault as condition of
approval and no Commissioners were in favor of that. Water quality important but not
fair to tie water quality vault to this project.
Pratt spoke to need of restrooms and favors an agreement with Vail Resorts to
provide public restrooms but would not make that a condition of approval. Would like
to see more landscaping particularly on the north and west.
Hansen reiterated his desire to see a larger concrete patio on south side.
Oppenheimer spoke to size as designed at 500 sq. ft. in accordance with the site
constraints. Stated that there is additional space to the north of the courts. There is a
parking easement along the north property line used by Texas Townhomes for use
that could be revoked by the Town if the space is needed for public use.
Pratt reiterated he'd like to see the parking reduced so it doesn't become formalized
parking. Bike rack and more landscaping should be installed in lieu of parking.
Rediker would like to see an alternate arrangement for parking.
Oppenheimer stated that head -in parking allows drivers to turn around, as currently
designed. Parallel parking would not be possible. Todd stated landscaping does not
provide an adequate sound barrier.
Table to February 8, 2016
Motion — Rediker Second — Lockman Vote: 6-0-0
2/2/2016
3. A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council on an application for an
encroachment into an existing view corridor, pursuant to Section 12-22-6,
Encroachments Into Existing View Corridors, Vail Town Code, to allow for the
encroachment of an addition to the Villa Valhalla Building into View Corridor #5,
located at 384 Gore Creek Drive, Unit 10/Lot J, Block 5A, Vail Village Filing 5, and
setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC150036)
Table to February 8, 2016
Applicant: Jose Pedro Valenzuela Rionda, represented by Pierce Architects
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Table to February 8, 2016
Motion — Rediker Second —Lockman
Vote: 6-0-0
4. A request for a final recommendation to the Vail Town Council of a major
amendment to Special Development District No. 4, Cascade Village, pursuant to
Section 12-9A-10, Amendment Procedures, Vail Town Code, to allow for the
redevelopment of the former Cascade Village Theater and Colorado Mountain
College property to include 14 dwelling units, one (1) onsite Employee Housing Unit
and the preservation 4,087 square feet of existing commercial, retail and office
space, located at 1310 Westhaven Drive/Cascade Village, and setting forth details
in regard thereto. This project was previously approved most recently in 2007 and
expired on June 1, 2015. (PEC150014)
Table to February 8, 2016
Applicant: Ultimate Cascade LLC, represented by Mauriello Planning Group
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Table to February 8, 2016
Motion — Rediker Second — Lockman Vote: 6-0-0
5. A request for final review of a Development Plan, pursuant to Section 12-61-11, Vail
Town Code, to allow for the future development of Employee Housing Units on the
Chamonix parcel located at 2310 Chamonix Road, Parcel B, Resubdivision of Tract
D, Vail Das Schone Filing 1, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC150019)
Table to March 14, 2016
Applicant: Town of Vail Community Development Department
Planner: George Ruther
Table to March 14, 2016
Motion — Rediker Second — Lockman Vote: 6-0-0
6. Approval of Minutes
January 11, 2016 PEC Meeting Results
Approve
Motion — Rediker Second — Gillete Vote: 5-0-1 (Lockman Abstained)
2/2/2016
Commissioner Rediker - Top of page 6 of the minutes, statutory provision. Did not
feel there was an inadequate explanation but rather that there is room for further
examination at this possibility for regulating pesticide use.
7. Informational Update
Information update by George Ruther: On February 3, 2016 the Town of Vail will host
Chamonix Affordable Housing Open House.
8. Adjournment
2/2/2016
TOWN OF VAIN
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
MEETING DATE: February2, 2016
ITEM/TOPIC: Vail Valley Trail Connection Update
PRESENTER(S): Rich Carroll and Scott Prince, Board members
BACKGROUND: Review Vail Valley Trail Connections mission, purpose, 2015
accomplishments, plan for 2016 and the role of Town of Vail with "VVTC".
ATTACHMENTS:
2016 VVTC Update
2/2/2016
2016
VEIL VRLLEY TRAIL connECTion
FOUNDING MEMBER UPDATE
2/2/2016
WHY WE'RE HERE
• VVTC MISSION & PURPOSE
• REVIEW 2015 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• PLAN FOR 2016
• YOUR ROLE WITH VVTC
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VHIL VNLLEY THHIL connECTIOn
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(SVVTEE
Mission
To become world-renowned for our soft trail
network that enables people of all physical
capabilities to enjoy the outdoors.
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FOUNDING MEMBERS
COMMUNITIES:
EAGLE COUNTY
TOWN OF VAIL
TOWN OF AVON
EAG LEVAI L
TOWN OF EAGLE
TOWN OF GYPSUM
PRIVATE SECTOR:
EAST WEST RESORTS
ROADHOUSE HOSPITALITY
ACCESS REAL ESTATE
SSF REAL ESTATE
SON N ENALP HOTEL
ELEVATION RESORT MG MT
NON -PROFITS:
HARDSCRABBLE TRAILS COALITION
VAI L VALLEY MOUNTAIN BIKE ASSOCIATION
VAI L VALLEY PARTNERSHIP
ROCKY MOUNTAIN SPORT RIDERS
(gVVTE
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THREE DELIVERABLES (Q4 2014 -PRESENT):
GRANT WRITING:
• $24,000 NATIONAL FOREST FOUNDATION
GRANT FOR ENDO ALLEY, EDWARDS
• PARTNERSHIP WITH USFS AND VVMBA
• NFF BLDG AND REPORTING
EAGLE COUNTY TRAILS MASTERPLAN:
• COMPILED ALL EXISTING DOCUMENTATION
AND COMBINED INFORMATION (WEB)
• USED FOR PLANNING WITH PARTNER
AGENCIES AND PUBLIC PROCESS
IMBA RIDE CENTER DESIGNATION:
• 2016 APPLICATION
• CONSULTED WITH
REPRESENTATIVES
IMBA STAFF AND
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BOARD + ORGANIZATION FORMATION:
•
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PARTNER NON-
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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• ASSEMBLED
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
• CONTINUE TO HOLD OPEN ATTENDANCE
MEETINGS AND BOARD OF DIRECTOR
MEETINGS
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
• RICH CARROLL, PRESIDENT
• MATT THOMPSON, VICE-PRESIDENT
• YURI KOSTICK, SECRETARY
• PAMELA DAVIS, TREASURER
• BOARD MEMBERS:
• CHARLIE SH ERWOOD
• MIKE BRUMBAUGH
• JOHN SHIPP
• MIKE BEACH
• JAMIE MALI N
• SCOTT PRINCE
• AMY CASSIDY
• JILL RYAN, COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE (NON-MEMBER)
(PVVTE
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FUNDING AND FINANCIAL
2014 FUNDING GOAL:
• $96,000
2015 FUNDS:
• $56,000
2015 FUNDING PARTNERS:
• TOWN OF VAI L
• TOWN OF AVON
• TOWN OF EAGLE
• TOWN OF GYPSUM
• EAG LE -VAI L
• EAGLE COUNTY
• HARDSCRABBLE TRAILS COALITION
• VAI L VALLEY MOUNTAIN BIKE ASSOCIATION
• VAI L VALLEY PARTNERSHIP
• EAST WEST PROPERTIES
• ROADHOUSE HOSPITALITY
• ACCESS REAL ESTATE
• SLIFER SMITH & FRAMPTON
• SONNENALP HOTEL
REAL ESTATE
• ELEVATION RESORT MANAGEMENT
POSITION:
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PROJECT
PRESS
RELEASES
ASSEMBLY
UPDATE
• VVP RADIO
SHOW,
EMAIL BLAST
(Q4 2014 -PRESENT):
• FACES OF THE
MARKETING
VAIL VALLEY -
VISIT VAIL
VALLEY OFFICIAL
AND
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• NATIONAL AND
• LOGO AND
PRESS
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Mission:
To become world-renowned for our soft trail network that enables people of all physical
capabilities to enjoy the outdoors.
Purpose:
We will accomplish our mission through a vigorous public-private partnership that will have a
coordinated and countywide effort to enhance our lifestyle, bring people together and
drive economic vitality in the Vail Valley by:
Increasing the number, mileage, quality and connectivity of soft trails in our network
Promoting trail stewardship by maintaining existing trails, re-routing and re -vegetating
unsustainable trails and closing illegal or bandit trails
Promoting multiuse trails for hikers, fishermen, dirt bikers, mountain bikers and other trail
enthusiasts
Developing a coordinated guide to and improved signage for the trails
Creating a summer recreation and tourism product that equals the Vail Valley's winter
product and promoting it locally, regionally, nationally and internationally
Obtaining IMBA Gold Ride Center designation.
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February 5, 2016
Vail Town Council
c/o Dave Chapin, Mayor
75 S. Frontage Rd
Vail, CO 81657
Dear Mr. Chapin:
Thank you for the opportunity to speak to the Vail Town Council on February 2, 2016 and
provide an update for the Vail Valley Trail Connection, VVTC. The Town of Vail's
Founding Member support of VVTC in 2015 is greatly appreciated.
As requested at the February 2, 2016 Vail Council meeting, this letter provides information
on how VVTC spent the funds received. In 2015 the fund raising goal for VVTC was
$96,000. The funds actually raised were $56,000 which was approximately 58% of the
budget or goal. Much of this information is also in the presentation from the February 2,
2016 meeting.
The ongoing work of VVTC will position Vail as a premier mountain bike resort community,
while creating environmentally friendly soft surface trails that enhance the experience of
residents and visitors. VVTC had three main areas for deliverables in 2015, which were:
A. County -Wide Trails Master Plan
B. The IMBA (International Mountain Biking Association) Ride Center application
C. Writing a Grant to receive funding
In addition to the items above VVTC performed the following work that was not part of
the deliverables for 2015:
1. Formed a 501(c)6; a nonprofit that can lobby for soft trails
2. Named the organization "Vail Valley Trail Connection". The "Vail" name is
displayed prominently in VVTC materials.
3. Assembled a Board of Directors
4. Elected Officers
5. Created a Logo and began branding
6. Participated in the VVP Radio Show and other various media outlets
7. Spoke and participated in seven national and regional organizations including
the IMBA World Summit
8. Marketed the Vail Valley to over 11 different media and markets
9. In 2015 and in 2016 VVTC participated in "The Assembly" and will be
attending the Bicycle Colorado Summit in February, to encourage inclusion of
soft trails in the bicycling efforts currently underway on a state level.
10. Coordinated signage so that Vail and Eagle County can have a similar look
and feel through the whole county.
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11. Created a website: www.vaiIvalleVtraiIconnection.org
12. Led discussions around a long term funding source for soft trails in Eagle
County.
In terms of the three deliverables for 2015; VVTC applied for and received a grant on
behalf of Vail Valley Mountain Bike Association (VVMBA) from the National Forest
Foundation for $24,000. This grant was used to improve the "Endo Alley" trail. VVTC also
applied for a grant for the Town of Minturn. Status of that grant is pending.
IMBA changed their process and will be releasing updated Ride Center designation
criteria by Q2 of 2016. VVTC will apply for the IMBA Ride Center designation in 2016 and
has set aside $10,000 from the $56,000 raised in 2015 for the IMBA Ride Center
application and review process. VVTC will apply for ride center designation in 2016 and
the Vail Valley should receive a Ride Center designation sometime in late 2016.
The IMBA Ride Center designation is a critical piece that can be used by Vail for
marketing and driving additional economic activity. Communities such as Steamboat
Springs, Colorado and Park City, Utah that have received an IMBA ride center
designation have seen an increase in activity and revenue.
In regards to the Eagle county -wide trails master plan this was partially completed in 2015.
Since only 58% of the funding was received for 2015 the completion the county -wide
master plan will be completed in 2016 with no further requests for VVTC funding from
Vail. Each community's trails master plan can be found on the VVTC website and is the
most comprehensive location for all trail information.
For 2016 we are hopeful to work with Vail to further refine Vail's soft surface trail needs
as you may desire. The Town of Vail's input and participation are greatly appreciated as
VVTC moves through 2016 and beyond. Our goal is to greatly expand the economic pie
that our soft trail network generates. This will benefit the Town of Vail economically and
from a community building perspective.
If there are further questions or input, please let me know. We look forward to working
with the Town of Vail and all of our partners in Eagle County.
Best Regards,-
Rich
egards;
Rich Carroll, President, VVTC
rich carrol14(a-).comcast. net
Cell # 970-390-5994
Landline # 970-949-4744
TOWN OF VAIN
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
MEETING DATE: February2, 2016
ITEM/TOPIC: Vail Trail Project Update
PRESENTER(S): Gregg Barrie, Senior Landscape Architect
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: With direction from the Town Council, staff plans to
submit a portion of the trail for a Conditional Use Permit through the PEC. Staff is requesting
feedback from the Council prior to submitting to the PEC and the USFS.
BACKGROUND: Over the past year and a half, staff has presented concepts for improving
the soft -surface hiking and mountain biking trail system in Vail. One of the specific projects for
the improved trails system is the renovation and extension of the Vail Trail. The goal of the Vail
Trail project is to provide a beginner -level hiking and mountain biking trail for residents and
guests. The project will require approval from the USFS and the town's PEC. Many of the
components for the approvals are nearing completion. Staff will provide an update on the
status of the project.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Provide feedback and recommendations to staff based on the
project update.
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Date: February 2, 2016
Subject: Vail Trail Update
I. INTRODUCTION
Over the past year and a half, staff has presented concepts for improving the soft -surface
hiking and mountain biking trail system in Vail. One of the specific projects for the improved
trails system is the renovation and extension of the Vail Trail. The purpose of this
memorandum is to update the Council on status of this project. Staff will present additional
information on the project during the Work Session for the benefit of new Council members.
II. BACKGROUND
The goal of the Vail Trail project is to provide a beginner -level hiking and mountain biking trail
for residents and guests. The trail would traverse through lodgepole pine forest, aspen
groves and open meadow with easy access to the paved Gore Valley Trail as well as
providing connections to adjacent neighborhoods in several locations.
The Vail Trail project is best considered in two parts:
1) Renovations to the existing Vail Trail
2) Extension of trail to the Vail Memorial Park
The existing Vail Trail is approximately 1.5 miles long and connects Golden Peak to the Golf
Course Clubhouse along the hillside above the golf course. It was constructed in the 1980's
and is a narrow, moderately strenuous trail with switchbacks and some steep grades. The
trail begins on Vail Resorts property, crosses thru several private parcels, U.S. Forest
Service land (USFS) and Town of Vail -owned property, and ends near the Golf Course
Clubhouse. Renovation work would include widening and rerouting some parts of the
existing trail to improve safety, reduce significant steep grades and switchbacks, and improve
overall maintenance and sustainability. It is also proposed to connect the west end of the trail
from Golden Peak to Vail Village, subject to approval from Vail Resorts.
The proposed extension of the Vail Trail follows a recommended action of the 1994 Town of
Vail Comprehensive Open Lands Plan. The 2.4 mile extension would connect the east end
of the existing trail (near the Golf Course Clubhouse) to the Vail Memorial Park thru the town -
owned Katsos Ranch Open Space, with a short crossing through USFS land. When
completed, the nearly five -mile Vail Trail will connect East Vail and adjacent neighborhoods
with Vail Village, providing an important recreation and transportation amenity for Vail.
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III. APPROVAL PROCESS
The existing Vail Trail crosses through town -owned land, privately -owned parcels, and USFS
property. It is not currently recognized by the Forest Service as a "system trail". Because it
crosses USFS property, any proposed work requires their approval. This approval
necessitates that all private crossings be formalized through an easement agreement
between the Town and the property owner. To date, all affected property owners have been
contacted. After initial discussions with the owners, staff senses that each owner is generally
amenable to an easement agreement. Several owners wish to see the trail during the
summer months before a final agreement, therefore this process will require several more
months. In the case of one single-family and one duplex property, there is an alternative
alignment that moves the existing trail onto town -owned property if necessary, although
maintaining the current alignment is more desirable. Draft easements will be sent to owners
in the coming weeks.
The USFS will also require an environmental review under the National Environmental Policy
Act (NEPA). This work began last summer and includes environmental, biological, cultural
and hazard analysis. The review is similar to the town's Environmental and Planning
Commission (PEC) process and most reports should be completed in the coming weeks. The
hazard report will be completed in the spring after snowmelt, and will analyze whether the
proposed trail work will impact existing avalanche, debris flow or rock -fall hazards. A
preliminary hazard report should be available soon.
All studies and reports are being coordinated by SE Group, an environmental analysis firm,
and being performed by experts in their respective fields. It should be noted that the hazard
study is being prepared by the same firm who performed the original hazard studies for Vail
in the 1970's and 80's, with continued involvement in Vail for more than 40 years.
IV. PROJECT PHASES
The work required for a complete proposal to the USFS will take several months to complete.
Therefore, staff recommends that the project should be implemented in two phases, with the
potential to start trail construction on Phase I this coming summer.
Phase I
• Location Golf Course Switchbacks to Vail Memorial Park
Length Approximately 1.5 miles
Date Summer 2016
Phase II
• Location Golden Peak to Golf Course Switchbacks
Length Approximately 3.4 miles
Date Summer 2017
Phase I lies entirely on the Katsos Ranch Open Space, land owned by the Town of Vail.
Therefore, the approval process can begin as soon as the environmental analysis is
complete. Because there are no homes in the area, the hazard analysis is simplified, and all
other reports are nearing completion. Staff proposes to submit the project to the Vail
Planning and Environmental Commission in mid-February for a Conditional Use Permit. If
approved, construction could begin once the ground has dried out after snowmelt.
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The components required for Phase II approval are also moving forward as noted above,
however, once they are completed, the USFS process begins. Staff hopes to submit a
proposal to the USFS by mid -summer. This could result in USFS approval in early 2017.
To date, the local USFS office has indicated that this project should be a candidate for a
"Categorical Exclusion", which is a simplified process over the full NEPA analysis. This is due
to the fact that much of the trail already exists, and the remainder is on town -owned land. In
addition, they have agreed that this project is first in line for review over a number of other
local projects. If Vail postpones this proposal, another project will likely move to the top of
the USFS project review list. Therefore, if the Council is supportive of proceeding with the
project, work will continue in order to submit a proposal as soon as possible.
V. PROJECT COSTS
In April of 2015, the Town Council approved $250,000 for the environmental analysis of the
entire trail, as well as construction of the eastern half of the project. At this time, staff feels
that the approved budget should still be adequate for the Phase I work. Pending continued
support of the project by Council, staff will request re -appropriation of the funds from 2015 to
the 2016 budget during the next supplemental budget request this spring.
VI. PUBLIC INPUT
The Vail Trail is one project among a number of potential soft surface trail projects in and
around town. The 1994 Comprehensive Open Lands Plan emphasizes the importance of
trails and trail connections throughout Vail. There are numerous opportunities to connect
neighborhoods to the existing trail system and to provide soft surface routes around Vail —
reducing traffic, providing additional recreation opportunities and generally improving the
quality of life in Vail.
With this in mind, staff proposes to hold a trails open house sometime in the near future to
gather feedback from the community on an overall soft surface trails plan . In addition, this
will help satisfy the "Scoping" requirement of the USFS process as part of the Phase II work.
And, it could provide valuable information in advance of the PEC hearing in March.
VII. ACTION REQUESTED BY COUNCIL
Staff is requesting feedback from the Council on the Vail Trail project. With continued
Council support, staff proposes to continue with the planning process which includes
completion of the environmental analysis, acquisition of easement agreements with private
owners, submittal of a Planning and Environmental Commission Conditional Use Permit
Application for Phase I of the Vail Trail work and organization of one or more public open
houses over the next several months to gather input on the Vail Trail as well as other
potential trail projects in town.
Attachments: Proposed Alignment of the Vail Trail
Town of Vail
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less strenuous soft -surface trails as well as beginner, first-time
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❖ Explore expanded intermediate level hiking and biking trails
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❖ Improve wayfinding through signage, maps and digital means
❖ Align with other Eagle County communities to provide a high
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❖ August 2014 — Initial discussion of soft surface trail
improvements and C.O.L.P. update. Council direction to
continue with conceptual planning of soft surface trails
❖ January 2015 — Council direction to begin C.O.L.P. update
and begin detailed planning for Vail Trail
❖ April 2015 —Council appropriates $250,000 for the Vail
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❖ August 2015 — Council participates in a hike on section of
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
MEETING DATE: February2, 2016
ITEM/TOPIC: Slifer Square Repair Project Update
PRESENTER(S): Todd Oppenheimer, Landscape Architect and Capital Project Manager
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Staff is requesting the Town Council consider the
problem statement, opportunities, givens and process presented and provide feedback in
regards to its agreement or disagreement with the statements included in this memorandum.
BACKGROUND: There are several issues plaguing the Slifer Square area including
frequent, foul odors from the storm sewer system, storm water being discharged into Gore
Creek without treatment, water leaking from the fountain, and corroded steel snow melt mains.
There are also opportunities for improvement to the function and aesthetics of Slifer Square as
a public gathering space and primary pedestrian connection to the Vail Village and Vail
Mountain. The Real Estate Transfer Tax Capital Project Budget includes $150,000 in 2016 for
design and engineering and $1,350,000 in 2017 for Slifer Square repairs.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: This item is for discussion only. There is no staff
recommendation.
ATTACHMENTS:
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Vail Town Council
From:
Department of Public Works
Date:
February 2, 2016
Subject:
Slifer Square Repair Project — Town Council Discussion
Introduction
The purpose of this discussion is to inform the Town Council in regards to the scope of the
budgeted project and request feedback regarding the presented problem statement,
opportunities, givens and process.
Slifer Square is located on East Meadow Drive between the foot of main stairs/portal of the
Village Transportation Center and the Covered Bridge. The property is a portion of Tract B, Vail
Village Filing 1 and is approximately one third of an acre in size. The area is a main portal into
the Vail Village as well as a public gathering space. There are several issues plaguing the Slifer
Square area including frequent, foul odors from the storm sewer system, storm water being
discharged into Gore Creek without treatment, water leaking from the fountain, and corroded
steel snow melt mains. There are also opportunities for improvement to the function and
aesthetics of Slifer Square as a public gathering space and primary pedestrian connection to the
Vail Village and Vail Mountain. The Real Estate Transfer Tax Capital Project Budget includes
$150,000 in 2016 for design and engineering and $1,350,000 in 2017 for Slifer Square repairs.
Background
The current configuration of Slifer Square was created in 1998 with a redesign of the area
associated with the construction of the Austria House hotel adjacent to the site. Slifer Square
was one of the first areas to be snow melted in Vail and in many ways set the stage for the
Streetscape Project that followed beginning in 2004. Resolution of the issues in Slifer Square
will require extensive pavement removal, excavation and construction activity to correct. There
will be disruption to adjacent businesses, hotels, bus system, and pedestrian flow from the
Village Transportation Center to Vail Village. However, knowing and understanding the issues
allows a logical and efficient construction process to be developed and implemented to minimize
and manage the negative impacts. The disruption also provides an opportunity for improvement
to the function and aesthetics of Slifer Square as a public gathering space and primary
pedestrian connection to the Vail Village and Vail Mountain.
Problem Statement
There are currently 4 primary issues and 2 secondary issues associated with the Slifer Square
area. Each of these issues is causing a negative impact to the community through guest
experience, water quality or economics. Following is a detailed description of each issue as
they are understood today. The process of developing this project will include additional study
to ensure the issues are fully evaluated and to identify any additional issues or opportunities that
may exist.
Primary Issues
1. Frequent, Foul Odors from the Storm Sewer System:
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During the winter months, particularly during periods of very low temperatures, there is a
foul, organic odor that emanates from the storm sewer inlets. The source of the odor is
stagnant water in the main storm sewer pipe that runs beneath the pavement. This pipe
predates the Village Transportation Center and collects water from Slifer Square, Meadow
Drive, the Frontage Road and a portion of 1-70. The pipe has been inspected using a pipe
inspection camera and was found to have a low spot which causes it to hold water which
becomes stagnant. The air in the pipe is warmer than the ambient air temperature which
causes it to rise from the storm sewer inlets and create the foul odor that is experienced
each winter. The attached aerial photo indicates the location of the low spot in the existing
storm sewer pipe.
2. Discharge of untreated storm water:
A storm water treatment vault was installed in Slifer Square as part of the 1998 construction
project. At the time of construction the vault was only able to be designed to treat storm
water from 4 storm sewer inlets on Meadow Drive by intercepting storm water flow prior to
entering the existing main storm sewer pipe (yes, same pipe with the low spot). The existing
main storm sewer pipe which collects water from Slifer Square, Meadow Drive, the Frontage
Road and a portion of 1-70 was too deep to connect to the storm water treatment vault and
outside of the scope of the project. Remember, water quality in Gore Creek had not been
identified as a major issue for the community in 1998. In, or around, 2006, as a measure to
eliminate the foul odor, the storm water treatment vault was by-passed and is not currently
functional. There is no storm water treatment on the main storm sewer pipe resulting in
untreated storm water being discharged into Gore Creek. The location of the storm sewer
discharge point is identified on the attached site plan.
3. Slifer Fountain Leaking Water:
Slifer Fountain was designed by Landscape Architect Eldon Beck, a key figure in the overall
design of the Vail Village. It was constructed in the late 1970's and originally included
heated water to be operated year round. The fountain consists of an upper and lower pool
surrounding very large boulders. The upper pool was reconstructed as part of the 1998
project with additional "waterfalls" added to enhance aesthetics. The lower pool was
reconstructed a year or two later. Currently, the fountain loses approximately 600 gallons of
water a day from an unidentified leak in either the pools or buried plumbing. Over the 6
months the fountain operates every year it looses approximately 108,000 gallons annually.
The limits of the Slifer Fountain and the existing pump vault are indicated on the attached
site plan.
4. Corroded Steel Snow Melt Mains:
The 1998 Slifer Square project included one of the first installations of snow melted
pavement in Vail. The original Jesus Moroles art installation at Seibert Circle was the other.
At that time, steel snow melt mains were the material most commonly used in snow melt
system construction. The 1998 project included running snow melt mains from a boiler room
in the Village Transportation Center to the north side of the Covered Bridge to supply heat
for the Slifer Square snow melt system. These main were extended across the Covered
Bridge in 2004 and supply the snow melt system throughout the Vail Village. Today, pre -
insulated polyethylene snow melt mains are available and widely used. Almost 2 decades
of ground contact has resulted in corrosion of the steel mains. In 2014, a snow melt
manifold connection ruptured at the base of the Village Transportation Stairs on Meadow
Drive resulting in a glycol spill of approximately 600 gallons and costing in excess of
$100,000 to remediate and repair.
Secondary Issues
1. Pedestrian Congestion in Slifer Square:
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Slifer Square is part of one of the primary pedestrian access points to the Vail Village and
Vail Mountain. Frequently, summer and winter, it becomes difficult to move through the
limited space with people walking at different speeds and in a variety of footwear. Moving
against the flow of traffic at these times is a challenge. Two or more people meeting and
stopping to chat in the flow of pedestrian traffic creates minor "back ups" and increases
congestion.
2. Limited Gather Space in Slifer Square:
Slifer Square functions as a meeting or gathering place for locals and guests. "Meet me at
the Covered Bridge or at the Fountain" are common communications that are heard. Tour
groups, Art Walk Tours and families frequently gather in the space to stage the next part of
their Vail experience. Eldon Beck referred to spaces for gatherings such as these to occur
"eddies". These are places, just out of the flow of traffic, where an individual or group can
stand or sit without feeling like they are in way. The current configuration of Slifer Square
does not have many eddies or gathering places and frequently "in the way" is the only place
to wait.
Opportunities
The disruption caused by resolving any problem or challenge also provides opportunities for
improvement. Obviously, the opportunities for eliminating foul odors, improving water quality,
preventing glycol spills, and plugging the leaking fountain are easily defined and go without
saying. Less defined are the opportunities to enhance the aesthetics of the fountain while
repairing the leaks and improving pedestrian flow and creating gathering spaces while the
pavement has been removed. Upgrades to utilities, irrigation systems and landscape plantings
should be, and usually are, considered in any project that involves removing existing surfaces
and improvements to correct underlying issues. In short, the opportunity to give Slifer Square a
fresh look and enhanced character that will last for decades to come exists within the work that
is required to correct the primary issues at hand. There is also an opportunity to positively
involve the community in the design, decision making and construction sequencing process so
they feel engaged and that this is something the town is doing for them rather than to them.
Givens
Following are the aspects of the project which are considered to be non-negotiable in the
process.
• The Council has the final decision making authority.
• The process will be inclusive and transparent.
• All comments and opinions received will be documented, considered and responded to
during the process.
• At the least the project will include measures to correct the primary issues outlined
above within the allocated budget amount.
• The final approved design will comply with Town Code, all necessary approvals, and all
current master plan documents.
Process
Following is the process that will be followed to initiate, define and complete the project.
• Identify stakeholders and affected parties within the community.
• Invite the community to participate in a public session to identify opportunities, impacts
and ways to mitigate and minimize disruption.
• Prepare an RFP to solicit and hire the right team of designers, engineers and contractors
to design and document improvements for construction.
• Solicit additional public input to assist staff and the design and engineering team in
finalizing designs, construction sequencing and impact mitigation processes.
• Prepare conceptual, preliminary and final documents describing the extent and scope of
the work for administration through the Town's approval process and construction.
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Working with the community, designers, engineers and contractors, determine a
construction sequence which will allow the work to be completed in an efficient and cost
effective manner while minimizing potential disruption, loss of business and negative
impacts to the guest experience.
Implement the agreed upon construction sequence while maintaining open
communication to complete the approved work.
Town Council Request
Staff is requesting the Town Council consider the problem statement, opportunities, givens and
process presented and provide feedback in regards to its agreement or disagreement with the
statements included in this memorandum.
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MEETING DATE: February2, 2016
ITEM/TOPIC: Restore the Gore Strategic Action Plan Presentation
PRESENTER(S): Kristen Bertuglia, Environmental Sustainability Manager
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: In anticipation of approval of the Restore the Gore
Plan staff requests the Vail Town Council identify questions or information needed with the
goal of adoption of the plan by resolution. Staff will provide any additional information for
discussion at the March 1st Council session.
BACKGROUND: As of 2012 the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
(CDPHE), Water Quality Control Commission, added the portion of Gore Creek from Black
Gore Creek to the Eagle River (Dowd Junction) to Colorado's Section 303(d) list of impaired
waters for aquatic life use. Since then the Water Quality Improvement Plan, a research
document produced through a Valley -wide partnership and Leonard Rice Engineers, has
identified the causes of the decline in water quality as 1) pollutants from land use activities, 2)
drainage from impervious surfaces, and 3) loss of riparian habitat. The town has developed a
Strategic Action Plan in order to address the causes of decline. The Restore the Gore; Gore
Creek Strategic Action Plan has been approved by the Vail Planning and Environmental
Commission and is being forwarded to the Vail Town Council for adoption.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: As this is a work session, there is no staff recommendation at
this time. At the Vail Town Council session on March 15, 2016, staff will be recommending the
Vail Town Council approve, or approve with modifications, the Restore the Gore; Gore Creek
Strategic Action Plan.
ATTACHMENTS:
Staff Memorandum
Restore the Gore Attachment A
Restore the Gore Strategic Plan Presentation 1
Restore the Gore Strategic Plan Presentation 2
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To: Vail Town Council
From: Community Development Department
Date: February 2, 2016
Subject: Restore the Gore; Gore Creek Strategic Action Plan to improve water quality in Gore
Creek
PURPOSE
The purpose of this memorandum is to present the final Restore the Gore Strategic Action Plan
(the "Plan") as recommended by the Vail Planning and Environmental Commission (PEC). At
this session Lotic Hydrological, LLC and town staff will present the PEC's recommended Plan,
discuss the community input process, current projects, and next steps. In the end the Town
Council will be tasked with the adoption of the Plan, implementation policy, and budgeting.
II. BACKGROUND
As of 2012 the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), Water
Quality Control Commission, added the portion of Gore Creek from Black Gore Creek to the
Eagle River (Dowd Junction) to Colorado's Section 303(d) list of impaired waters for aquatic life
use.
To address the 303(d) listing, and to improve water quality, the Eagle County Urban Runoff
Group (URG) funded a model study that focuses on identifying causes of impairment and
offering recommendations for improvements, first in Gore Creek, and eventually for the Eagle
and Colorado Rivers.
The Gore Creek Water Quality Improvement Plan (WQIP), completed by Leonard Rice
Engineers, may be downloaded at https://vail.sharefile.com/d/sd773b7f738745c28
As a steward, owner and manager of public lands, roadways and facilities, operator of a public
transportation system and storm sewer system, the Town of Vail as an organization can have a
significant impact on the health of Gore Creek. When Gore Creek was added to the 303(d) list,
staff began to implement actions aimed to improve water quality, even before the WQIP was
completed. However, work is now complete on the Restore the Gore; Gore Creek Strategic
Plan which identifies specific action steps, infrastructure and resources needed to reverse the
causes of decline.
Causes of Decline
The Gore Creek Water Quality Improvement Plan (WQIP) Key Findings suggest that there are
three categories of causes for the decline in water quality in Gore Creek.
1) Loss of riparian vegetation and habitat
2) Drainage from impervious surfaces
3) Pollutants from land use activities
Strategic Plan Purpose Statement, Goals and Objectives
The purpose, goals and objectives adopted in this Gore Creek -specific plan align with the
overall Town Council goals of Growing a Balanced Community, and the Environmental
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Sustainability Strategic Plan adopted Goal #3, of improving ecosystem health. At the Town
Council session held in January 2014, Council affirmed the following:
Purpose Statement
To ensure that Gore Creek is an outstanding example of environmental quality,
recreation and wildlife habitat in a world-class resort community. The Town of Vail is
committed to restoring the quality of the water in Gore Creek to ensure it is removed,
and is never again listed, on the Colorado Department of Public Health and
Environment's list of "impaired" streams.
Goals
1. Restore the aquatic insect population to exceed the minimum standard set by
CDPHE according to the MMI score within the allotted 10 -year time frame.
2. Ensure Gore Creek water chemistry meets or exceeds regulatory standards
3. Ensure sediment loads meet or exceed regulatory standards
Objectives
1. Improve riparian buffer and stream habitat
2. Reduce impacts of impervious cover
3. Reduce pollutants associated with land use activities
Strategies/Strategic Areas
1. Education and Outreach
2. Best Management Practices
3. Rules and Regulations
4. Data Collection and Research
5. Site Specific Projects
Strategic Actions
Over 200 strategic actions have been identified within the Plan, downloadable here:
http://www.vaiIgov.com/projects/restore-the-qore. Note that the executive summary highlights
the five strategic areas and top action items as identified by the PEC.
While the Plan has only been in development over the past year, staff has been undertaking
ongoing water quality projects and public education efforts since the 303(d) listing in 2012
(Attachment A).
III. COMMUNITY REVIEW PROCESS
The Restore the Gore Plan was developed with the input of the Gore Creek Advisory
Committee, partner organizations and the Planning and Environmental Commission.
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The primary focus of the Gore Creek Advisory Committee was to review the strategy areas of
the Plan and each individual action item to ensure that they would be effective in accomplishing
the stated goals, and then prioritize them not only by effectiveness, but also feasibility. Each
item within effectiveness and feasibility were given a weight by relative importance to the
Committee as a whole through a voting process. The Committee applied the following factors:
Blondie and Tom Vucich, East Vail Residents
Michael Vanderhoof, CDOT
Ray Merry, Eagle County
Jennifer Klaetsch, CDOT
Adam Palmer, Eagle County
Mike Goolsby, CDOT
Alan Danson, Vail Resident
Gregg Barrie, Town of Vail
Kate Burchenal, Eagle River Watershed Council
Greg Hall, Town of Vail
Holly Loff, Eagle River Watershed Council
George Ruther, Town of Vail
Anne Esson, Former Vail Resident
David Rees, Aquatic Biologist, Timberline Aquatics
Siri Roman, Eagle River Water and Sanitation District
Seth Mason, Lotic
Tom Allender, Vail Resorts
Tambi Katib, Land Planning Consultants
Justin Hildreth, Town of Avon
Gretchen Grebe, Lotic
Kimberly Langmaid, Vail Resident, Walking Mountains Science Center
Paul Knipe, Vermilion
Chuck Ogilby, Vail Homeowner
Angie Fowler, SGM
Diane Johnson, Eagle River Water and Sanitation District
Gary Brooks, Alpine Engineering
The primary focus of the Gore Creek Advisory Committee was to review the strategy areas of
the Plan and each individual action item to ensure that they would be effective in accomplishing
the stated goals, and then prioritize them not only by effectiveness, but also feasibility. Each
item within effectiveness and feasibility were given a weight by relative importance to the
Committee as a whole through a voting process. The Committee applied the following factors:
The committee then went one step further to select the "Top 25" action items they felt the town
should begin immediately based upon the combination of the actions that ranked highest in
effectiveness and feasibility. The Gore Creek Advisory Committee's recommendations were
then forwarded to the PEC for review. The PEC reviewed the Plan, added action items and
identified strategies that required additional information and modifications including:
1) CDOT and town road maintenance practices and the effect on macro i nve rte brates
2) Legal tools and limitations related to pesticide application, applicators, and "no mow
zones"
3) Watershed data collection
4) Vail Golf Club maintenance practices
5) Town of Vail pest management (weed and tree spraying) programs
6) Developer responsibility
7) Educational tools
On January 11, 2016, The PEC, serving in an advisory role to the Vail Town Council, approved
the recommendation of adoption of the Plan. The final hearing of the PEC may be viewed here:
https://vail.sharefile.com/d-s33aOO8O4e5e4dl c8
IV. ACTION REQUESTED
In anticipation of approval of the Restore the Gore Plan staff requests the Vail Town Council
identify questions or information needed with the goal of adoption of the plan by resolution. Staff
will provide any additional information for discussion at the March 1 st Council session.
V. ATTACHMENTS
A. Ongoing and Current Town Water Quality Actions
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Ability to reduce pollutant loading
Cost
Ability to disrupt pathways of pollutants
Political Challenge
Scale/Scope
Property Rights
How broad/narrow the reach
Resources (staff, funding, etc.)
Location
Community Expectations
Leverage
The committee then went one step further to select the "Top 25" action items they felt the town
should begin immediately based upon the combination of the actions that ranked highest in
effectiveness and feasibility. The Gore Creek Advisory Committee's recommendations were
then forwarded to the PEC for review. The PEC reviewed the Plan, added action items and
identified strategies that required additional information and modifications including:
1) CDOT and town road maintenance practices and the effect on macro i nve rte brates
2) Legal tools and limitations related to pesticide application, applicators, and "no mow
zones"
3) Watershed data collection
4) Vail Golf Club maintenance practices
5) Town of Vail pest management (weed and tree spraying) programs
6) Developer responsibility
7) Educational tools
On January 11, 2016, The PEC, serving in an advisory role to the Vail Town Council, approved
the recommendation of adoption of the Plan. The final hearing of the PEC may be viewed here:
https://vail.sharefile.com/d-s33aOO8O4e5e4dl c8
IV. ACTION REQUESTED
In anticipation of approval of the Restore the Gore Plan staff requests the Vail Town Council
identify questions or information needed with the goal of adoption of the plan by resolution. Staff
will provide any additional information for discussion at the March 1 st Council session.
V. ATTACHMENTS
A. Ongoing and Current Town Water Quality Actions
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ATTACHMENT A
Additional Current Town Water Quality Actions
Public Stream Tract
• October 6, 2009, Town Council adopted a "zero tolerance" policy for allowing
illegal private encroachments on town -owned stream tract lands and instructed
Staff to pursue removal of all encroachments
• Homeowner education packet/mailings — summer 2012
• Gore Creek stream tract habitat - public sign campaign — summer 2013
• Stream tract compliance survey — summer 2015
• Ongoing compliance program 2013 -present, over 35 properties now in
compliance from over 65 identified in violation
Public Education
• Newspaper ad campaign — summer 2012/2013
• Public presentations/fly casting workshops on Gore Creek — summer 2012/2013
• Youth education bug program through Camp ECOFun and the Americorps -
Environmental Stewardship Program — summer 2013
• Beaver/ecosystem health workshop — spring 2013
• Homeowner information packet, brochure, reminder magnets, letter — summer
2013
• Landscape contractor workshop — summer 2014
• Homeowner notification letter — summer 2015
• Development of "Wild" messaging and outreach campaign, Vermilion — fall 2015 -
current
• Betty Ford Alpine Gardens/Town collaboration on development of 2 -day
educational course for "green star" or similar landscape contractor certification
program on water quality, sustainable landscape practices and design.
Development of homeowner educational course. — winter 2015/2016
• Restore the Gore —Welcome Center wall display —winter 2015/2016
On -Site Projects
• Water Quality vault installation on South Frontage Rd. in partnership with CDOT
— scheduled for the spring of 2014
• Water Quality vault installation on the East Lionshead Circle Streetscape
Improvements in the Fall of 2012.
• Water quality improvements in both phase 1 and phase 1B of Ford Park
improvements including both water quality vaults and wetlands as green
infrastructure.
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• RAMP funds application for East Vail interchange area water quality
improvements. This application is for $1.14 million total funds ($700,000 RAMP,
$440,000 Town of Vail) and may include detention ponds, water quality vaults, or
other improvements. This application did not get awarded however we will
continue to work with CDOT to find appropriate funding.
• Participation in the Urban Runoff Group (URG) process and contribution to the
Gore Creek Water Quality Improvement Plan
• Stormwater infrastructure — ongoing maintenance of outfalls and the Town's
existing 20+ water quality vaults, 1000+ street drainage inlets, and street
sweeping along the Town's 30+ miles of roadways
• Identification of incorrectly plumbed storm sewer — corrected fall 2015
• Stream bank stabilization, library site — summer 2015
• Ford Park hillside removal of cinders, reseed — summer 2015
• Water quality improvements behind Lionshead Centre/Treetops to ensure runoff
in the area passes through a water quality vault — summer 2015
• Eliminated turf areas along the Gore Valley Trail at the Lodge at Lionshead and
Treetops, and on the creek side of the path behind the library — summer 2015
Pest and Weed Management
• The Town of Vail Department of Public Works operates two Pest Management
Programs. The Weed Management Program targets invasive plant species, also
termed "noxious weeds," (required to be mitigated by law), and the Tree Pest
Program, targets insects, such as Mountain Pine Beetle, that are having a
negative impact on Town -owned trees.
• Significant changes have been made in the Town's application of insecticides
over the past two years in response to water quality concerns, including the
elimination of foliar spraying within 75' of Gore Creek and its tributaries, and the
use of pheromone packs as a substitute to spraying for mountain pine
beetle. Likewise, the Town has been able to reduce the use of herbicides to
approximately 10% of when the Weed Management Program began in 2007.
• Pesticides and herbicides in TOV programs are always applied according to the
product label, and "the label is the law".
• Due to significantly reduced Pine Beetle populations, the town no longer treats
any trees for MPB, even with pheromone packs
• As we start to see some improved health on trees infested with Pine Needle
Scale, the town intends to hire an independent arborist consultant to determine
which trees should be sprayed this year, and which can be left alone. This should
significantly reduce the number of trees sprayed in town from a high of 2,400 in
2015
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• The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has been testing water samples
from Gore Creek since April of 2013 for the presence of hundreds of compounds
from caffeine to 2,4-D. After reviewing some test results, staff has requested that
additional products used in TOV pest management programs be added to the
list. Recent tests show no elevated quantities of any pesticide in Gore
Creek. On-going sampling will be coordinated with storm events and pesticide
application times.
Data Collection
• Annual monitoring of Gore Creek sites for macroinvertebrates, metals, nutrients,
pH, temperature, etc.
• Completed storm sewer inventory, SGM — fall 2015
Current Regulations
• An erosion control plan using best management practices is required of all site
disturbance
• Development is not permitted in wetlands or in the flood plain without Army
Corps of Engineers approval, and buildings are to be set back from the center
line of Gore Creek by 50 feet, 30 feet from tributaries
• Stormwater permit is required for all disturbances of more than 0.5 acres
• No development is permitted on Town stream tract without approval
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• Riparian Degradation
• Impervious Cover/Urban Runoff
• Pollutants from Upland Land Uses
Strategies for Realizing Water Quality
Improvements
• Regulatory Measures
• Site Specific Projects
• Best Management Practices
• Monitoring and Study
• Education and Outreach
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Regulations and Management Practices
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principal
EPA objectives and
specific guidance
Relevant TOV
regulations, policies,
practices
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Additional comments
from TOV staff
Principl
Objective
A Guidance
TOV tall Input
SAP Recomme9pations
Priority
Install wash rac that discharge wash
No vehicle wash a as at project sites
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water Into the s ary sewer.
(TSCHOLL)
Designate a spec is wash area which is
Drive off mats need to be refreshed
Confirm Town written policies regarding
paved and bermed or sloped to contain and
once they get muddy/The vehicle wash
designated wash areas and connections
Ellmate contaminated wash water
direct wash water to a sump connected to
water should go into the sanitary system
from all such areas to sanitary sewer
discharges into the sanitary sewer
either asanitary sewer, holding tank,
IOKI- Novehiclewashareasusually
system
MODERATE
system that may result from
process treatment system, or closed
incorporated in projects? Gravel entries
municipal vehicle washing.
recycling system.
receive inspections'sometimes'll
Stencil storm drains at municipal facility to
Stencil storm drains at key municipal
re mind em pl oyees to was h vehicles in
facilities to eliminate potential for
MODERATE
designated wash area.
unintentional discharges
Perform all maintenance activities inside or
Expert Knowledge
n/a
u rider cover.
Employ good housekeeping
practices to prevent off-site
Use non -hazardous cleaners when possible.
ExpertKnowledge/ Isthisdocumented
or part of another sustainability effort?
Use norrhazardouscleaners when possible
MODERATE
Replace chlorinated organic solvents with
Expert Knowledge/ Isthis documented
Replace chlorinated organic solvents with
transport ofwaste material
and chemicals.
nonchlorinated ones like kerosene or
or part of another sustainability effort?
nonchlorinated ones like kerosene or
MODERATE
mineral spirits.
mineral spirits
Purchase recycled products, such as
LxpertKnowledge/ Is this documented
Purchase recycled products, such as
Minimize wastes generated by
engines, oil, transmission fluid, antifreeze,
and hydraulic fluid, to help support the
or part of another sustainability effort?
engines,oil, transmission fluid, antifreeze,
and hydraulic fluid, to help support the
MODERATE
automotive maintenance activities.
recycled products market.
recycled products market.
Follow the spill prevention plan.
Expert Knowledge
n/a
Reinforce employee training and public
Expert Knowledge
Reinforce employee training and public
outreach to reinforce proper disposal
outreach to reinforce proper disposal
MODERATE
practices.
practices.
Conduct maintenance work such as fluid
Expert Knowledge
n/a
changes indoors.
Update facility schematics to accurately
Expert Knowledge/Presume facility
n/a
reflect all plumbing connections.
building plans are accurate and available
Regulations and Management Practices
Regulatory Acti rn Protection
Protect areas that provide imporEanE water quaIky beriefiEs or are particularly
susceptible to erosion 2nd sedim+ens loss_
EPA Oblactives
Town Regulation
Assessment
objeedwe I In=rpdarate appropeirte Regulations generally
polludon prwmdon practices Irim op
st�ppart 5bjecti,re
site dewelcprneRtand use
Objeedwe 2. Establish site plan review
aM eondldonal approval processes
to ensure the prey ervation of Refulations do nct stere
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en,rir6firnental sensltis.e areas and Objective
areas neeessary for mal ntaiming
natural hycimlogy.e
Objective 3: Dewlop and Implemms
Inspeetlori and rnalntenarkEt Re$ulaitlons partially
procedrures to ensure the landscapes
We malntained to awold water quallly smart ob ecdtine
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Recommended Changes or
Additions to Town Regulations
Conslthe r 4om3fiL re tions tv stabilize
and cower mockpiles.
Stabilize constru..uQn sites wing heavy
mmkh bW or b&,er non -ger inaung
ercbslon ecntr[A at the close of
construction season.
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Consider specific restrictions that leave
wetlands, significant wildlife hal•ftm am
woodlands undev aped
Consider increasing existing stream
&&Ebatks, and ar speelfic peweeuons for
riparlari an j ve tative buffers for strearn
side develoonenrs.
Ccimider land use prof 6rions wldrin
0 Consider €peeifle provisions For
rrralnterrance of eontrol facil,des for all
motion control plana.
Consider requiring a SWHP permittee
Ed be on site on all daps when
eon3tructlon attivity takes place t6
ensure adequate maintenance of erosion
control Facilimes_
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Regulations and Management Practices
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Zone 1 (Overbank)
Zone 2 (Transitional)
Zone 3 (Upland)
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Discharge Flood Prone Elevation _
Elevation Overbank Elevatio �j
Average 77
Wafer Toe Bank riverbank Transitional Upland
Elevation Zone Zane Zone Zone Zone
Water Quality Functions
Zone 1
Zone 2
Zone 3
1-40
Bank stability, pollutant uptake and
Pollutant uptake, sediment
Runoff reduction, sediment
Function
storage, wildlife habitat (terrestrial &
control, runoff reduction via
control, prevents
Impervious Coverage
aquatic)
infiltration
encroachment prevention
Optimal Width
25'
Sri
25' or 100 -yr floodplain + 25'
Water Quality Functions
Sediment Removal
1
Pollutant Removal
1-40
Bank Sta6il ity
1
Shade/Nutrients
1
1
Recommended Land Uses
Existing Land Uses
Undisturbed, mature riparian forest
Managed, mature native forest
Total Area Within TOV Limits
92.3 acres
168.3 acres
141.9 acres
# Encroaching Structures
67
383
448
Impervious Coverage
2.6 acres (2.8%)
52.3 acres (311/.)
38.9 acres (27%)
Degra tied Vegetation*
16.3 acres (16%)
footpaths, storm water facilities, and
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Public Land Use
43.3 acres (49%)
65.9 acres (39%)
82.2 acres (58%)
Residential Land Use
26.9 acres (29%)
58.0 acres (34%)
32 acres (19%)
Commercial Land Use
5.0 acres (5%)
13.7 acres (8%)
7.6 acres (5%
Recommended Land Uses
Undisturbed, mature riparian forest
Managed, mature native forest
Native upland species or turf
Vegetation
and riverbank vegetation
and vegetation
grass
Highly Restricted. Uses limited to:
Restricted to Low Impact
Restricted to Moderate Impact
footpaths, storm water facilities, and
Uses: only a limited amount of
Uses. No impervious surfaces
roadway crossings.
tree clearing is allowed, no
are allowed. Lawn, garden,
Use Restrictions
impervious
compost, yard wastes, and
surfaces/septic/UST permitted.
most stormwater SMPs are
permitted.
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Site Specific Projects: Stormwater Controls
1A. Gore Creek Station 622+00, Adjacent
to 1-70 below 1-70 Truck Ramp
Proposed BMP Recommendation: Forebays
and Sand Filter to provide treatment and
remove pollutants, including sedimentation,
filtering, and adsorption of constituents.
Pollutant Sources: Pollutant wash—off from
1-70, sediment, cinders, hydrocarbons, trace
metals, road salt and deicing chemicals.
Property Ownership: 1-70 R.O.W., USFS
Lot/Long: 39'37'31.24"N, 106'16'41.34"W
Potential Permitting: CDOT, USFS
Potential Partnering: CDOT
Estimated Cost:
Construction: ...................... $110,000
Design and Permitting: ...... $44,000
Total: .................................. $154,000
Notes: Sand Filter and Forebays.
Next Steps to Proceed to Preliminary Level:
Detailed Field Topography, Existing Utility
Locates, Geotechnical Evaluation,
Environmental Clearances, and engage CDOT
in discussions.
Priority: Rated High because there is a
large amount of traction sand and other
pollutants from 1-70 with poorly maintained
treatment or catchment. There appears to
be space to provide Sand Filters and to
provide and improve Forebays.
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