HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-07-05 Agenda and Supporting Documentation Town Council Afternoon Regular Meeting AgendaVAIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
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Town Council Chambers
75 South Frontage Road W., Vail, CO 81657
4:30 PM, July 5, 2016
Notes:
Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine what time Council will
consider an item.
Public comment on any agenda item may be solicited by the Town Council.
1. DRB / PEC Update
1.1. PEC Update 5 min.
Presenter(s): Chris Neubecker, Planning Manager
2. Presentations / Discussion
2.1. Update on progress in drafting the Housing Strategic Plan 15 min.
Presenter(s): Alan J. Nazzaro, Housing Manager
Action Requested of Council: Discussion & direction from Town Council
Background: Staff has compiled the input received and reviewed it for
trends and placed suggestions in appropriate Policy Objectives, Strategies
and/or Actions Steps for inclusion in the HSP.
Staff Recommendation: N/A
2.2. Update on Summer Parking 20 min.
Presenter(s): Greg Hall, Public Works Director and Mike Rose,
Transit/Parking Manager
Action Requested of Council: Provide direction to the staff on the
information presented.
Background: The Town of Vail parking structures are reaching and/or
exceeding capacity with increased frequency this summer as had been
anticipated due to a number of factors, especially in Lionshead. The peak
summer season kicked off with the Vail Arts Festival and will continue
through mid-August. In addition, Epic Discovery has opened with parking
demands unknown at this time. Currently, staff is tracking use patterns
within the structures and thus far has been able to accommodate most of
the demand, although not as convenient given the patterns in Lionshead.
Overflow parking on the frontage roads has occurred on the days staff has
anticipated.
3. Information Update
3.1. Booth Creek Trailhead Parking Update
3.2. Follow -Up to Community Survey Presentation Memorandum
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3.3. Noxious weed Program Update
3.4. June 2016 Revenue Highlights
3.5. May 2016 Sales Tax Memorandum
4. Matters from Mayor, Council and Committee Reports
5. Executive Session
5.1. Executive Session, pursuant to: 1) C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b)(e) - to receive 25 min.
legal advice on specific legal questions; and to determine positions, develop
a strategy and instruct negotiators, Regarding: Review Welcome Center
RFP Proposals and Comcast Update; 2) C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b) - to
receive legal advice on specific legal questions Regarding: Funding
Allocations
Presenter(s): Matt Mire, Town Attorney
6. Recess
6.1. Recess at approximately 5:40 p.m. and meeting will reconvene for the
evening at 6:00 p.m.
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: PEC Update
PRESENTER(S): Chris Neubecker, Planning Manager
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
June 27, 2016 PEC Meeting Results
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PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
June27,2016, 1:OOPM
Vail Town Council Chambers
75S. Frontage Road -Vail, Colorado, 81657
Call to Order
Members Present: Brian Gillette, Kirk Hansen, John Ryan Lockman, Henry Pratt, and
Brian Stockmar
Absent: Ludwig Kurz and Chairman John Rediker
2. A request for comment regarding a proposed regulation amendment, pursuant to
Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to amend Titles 5 and 14, Chapters 5-
11 Abatement of Mountain Pine Beetle and Wildfire Fuels Reduction, and Section 14-
10 Design Review Standards and Guidelines, to include other forest insects and
diseases in addition to the mountain pine beetle, to expand the definition of wildfire
fuels and to relocate standards related to roofing material specifications from the Vail
Town Code to the Building Code. 45 Min.
Applicant: Town of Vail, represented by Paul Cada
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Spence — The PEC does not have recommending authority over Titles 5 and 14,
but the Fire Department is presenting the proposed updates to the PEC for
comment. Due to recent revisions by the Fire Department, staff has no specific
concerns with the proposed changes.
Mark Novak, Fire Chief — Changes are based on direction from Town Council
more than one year ago. Primarily, the changes are intended to broaden
regulations from beyond just mountain pine beetle concerns, on which the
original ordinance was mostly focused.
Pratt opened for public comment.
Jim Lamont, Vail Homeowners Association — Asked if the changes are oriented
towards removing defective landscaping and does it require the removal of
healthy landscaping? He is also concerned with giving regulatory power to an
administrative division with no appeal process.
Pratt closed public comment.
Lockman — Why is there a switch from the term non-combustible to the term
ignition resistant?
Cada — Non-combustible limits items to rocks. Ignition resistant term comes
from model codes.
Lockman — Why removal of some of the technical language?
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Cada — It has been moved to the building code.
Lockman — Proposed changes make sense.
Hansen — No distinction between commercial and residential property owner?
Spence — No.
Hansen — Has the town gone through the process of court ordered abatement?
Novak — Not to his knowledge.
Hansen — Asked about xeriscaping.
Novak — Cada has been working on developing landscape guidelines.
Gillette — Concerned about review process. Definition of wildfire fuel is vague
and there is no citizen board or town council review.
Novak — It has been discussed and they will give the idea further consideration.
Gillette — Reemphasized the need for an ability to appeal.
Spence — The intent of the abatement program is for imminent threats to life and
property.
Gillette — The definition is too broad to lack the ability to appeal. Either tighten
the definition or incorporate an appeal process.
Stockmar — Concurs that there needs to be an appeal process, but it should be
an expedited process. He is in favor of mechanisms to find a fair and
reasonable approach to assisting landowners in removing vegetation.
Pratt — Agrees with most of the proposed changes, but also believes there
should be an appeal process. Regarding roofs, he expressed concern about
duplex owners not agreeing to change their roof at the same time.
Spence — The roof replacement process for both sides of the duplex is the same
as it has been in the recent past.
Pratt — Is concerned about forced situations where an adjacent owner is unable
to immediately change their roof.
Stockmar — Leaving the term "may" instead of "shall" makes the requirement
appealable but still gives some review authority.
A request for the review of an amendment to a Conditional Use Permit, pursuant
to Section 12-9C-3, Conditional Uses; Public buildings and grounds, Vail Town
Code, in accordance with the provisions of Section 12-16-10, Amendment
Procedures, Vail Town Code, to allow for a picnic shelter located at 1600 South
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Frontage Road West (Donovan Park)/U n platted, and setting forth details in
regard thereto. (PEC16-0023) 5 Min.
Applicant: Town of Vail, represented by Gregg Barrie
Planner: Brian Garner
Action: N/A
Motion: Second:
Vote:
Garner — This item has been staff approved, but is on the agenda for
informational purposes. Commission is not required to take action, but may call
up this item, if needed. The master plan for Donovan Park includes the
proposed shelter.
Stockmar — It makes sense, but has there been a history of objection?
Garner — Based on past community surveys, a shelter was listed as a top
priority.
Hansen — Asked about the architectural style.
Garner — The architecture and materials will match the existing structures on
site.
4. A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a Prescribed
Regulations Amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town
Code, to amend Section 12-15-3, Definition, Calculations, and Exclusions, Vail
Town Code, concerning the definition of Gross Residential Floor Area (GRFA)
and setting forth details in regard thereto (PEC16-0024). 60 Min.
Applicant: Town of Vail
Planner: Chris Neubecker
Action: Continued
Motion: Gillette Second: Hansen Vote: 5-0
Neubecker — Summarized the previous meetings at which GRFA was
discussed, including an appeal of staff interpretation on May 23, 2016. The
intent is to make the code clear based upon the PEC's decision to overturn the
administrative decision on the appeal. That change states that in a duplex, each
dwelling unit is its own structure, and each is entitled to one (1) lowest level
GRFA deduction. Also, the party wall is determined by the existing grade.
Referenced graphics and outlined that calculating the grade of the party wall is a
new difficulty associated with the changes. Demonstrated how the grade of the
party wall will be determined for future calculations.
Gillette — Believes that stating there is only one (1) lowest level is incorrect and
the term lowest level needs to be redefined. Expressed his belief that staff is
wrong.
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Neubecker — Potential consequences include issues with existing structures
becoming nonconforming by this new measurement, due to dramatic grades
with a significant difference between the dwelling units.
Gillette — Are you eliminating the 6' level separation regulation?
Neubecker — The code does not stipulate a 6' level separation regulation. Our
goal is to codify the decision of the PEC, not to change or establish new policy.
Gillette — Staff is not focusing on all of the reasons why the PEC upheld the
previous appeal.
Neubecker — Focusing on the decision of whether a duplex should count as one
structure or two. Additional review of GRFA policy could occur later.
Gillette — We should take the time to get GRFA right; we are not addressing the
whole problem. Reemphasized his belief lowest level needs to be redefined.
Neubecker — Referenced the new proposed language on page 4 of the staff
report and stated that staff finds the proposal meets the necessary criteria for a
code amendment and therefore recommends approval. Staff has received
feedback from local architects supporting the changes.
Pratt opened public comment.
Ron Byrne — Confused as to the intent of the changes. Is it essentially applying
the single-family rules to each duplex unit? Also, the walls are often not on the
same plane.
Rollie Kjesbo — Was part of the commission that developed the GRFA
regulations. Was not aware that staff was not giving each unit credit for a lowest
level, which was the intent of the commission. Disagreed with Gillette and
stated that it was not the intent to allow for multiple lowest levels. Stated that a
small "step" for a level was intended to be allowed, but they never discussed a
specific height that constituted a new level. Is unsure how the party wall
measurement will work.
Hansen — Asked Kjesbo if he supports the proposed changes.
Kjesbo — Yes.
Gillette — Asked if Kjesbo if he would recommend codifying the 6' level
separation regulation.
Kjesbo — Yes, but based on the lowest level only.
Stockmar — GRFA concept is confusing and only grows more confusing over
time. It is time to really look at GRFA and how it should be defined and used.
The proposed changes are a reasonable solution for the short term, but a long
term solution is needed.
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Kjesbo — We intended to do that at one point, but at the time the Town Council
was not supportive of completely reevaluating GRFA.
Gillette — Suggested testing any recommended changes to the language.
Reemphasized his belief that the term "lowest level" needs to be redefined. We
are on the wrong track.
Hansen — Agrees that each duplex unit should have its own lowest level. Would
support a 6'-8' range in level separation to allow for structures to step up or
down a hill. Agrees with measuring the party wall at existing grade.
Lockman — Understanding the intent and history of the GRFA regulations is
difficult. Agrees that each unit should have its own lowest level. Is concerned
that the changes will make more non-compliant properties and is not sure the
proposed language truly achieves what needs to be achieved.
Pratt — We are here to codify and make existing policy more clear; the
interpretation based on the decision to uphold the previous appeal. Does not
think the intent was to exclude all subterranean floor area. Concern about ability
to interpret original grade based on lack of information or surveys. Does not
agree with calculating percentage based on the existing grade of the party wall.
Recommends the calculation be based on the entire perimeter, but each side
gets to apply the percent below grade.
Gillette — Reemphasized that the term lowest level needs to be redefined to
state that the level at which there is no other level below it. This will achieve
good site planning and does not affect bulk or mass. Expressed his confidence
that the proposed changes will not work.
Lockman — Asked for clarification between original and existing grade and which
would apply.
Ruther — Clearly there is more work to be done, but for the purposes of codifying
the decision to uphold the appeal, the changes proposed are to address the
PEC's interpretation that each individual duplex unit have its own lowest level.
Gillette — That is false. I voted to uphold the appeal because staff was
incorrectly interpreting the code.
Ruther — We need the consensus of the commission as to how to address the
problem. It is our understanding that the appeal was upheld based on PEC's
interpretation that each unit of a duplex has its own lowest level. To propose an
alternative is not what the appellant was requesting.
Hansen — The intent was that each unit be addressed individually, not
collectively.
Gillette — The motion that passed stated staff misinterpreted the code, but did
not specify which part of code was being misinterpreted.
Hansen — We spent a substantial amount of time stating that each duplex unit
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should be calculated individually.
Ruther — If the decision was based on something else, staff needs to know.
Gillette — At this point, he is not sure there is unified opinion among the
commissioners.
Stockmar — Suggested a compromise be found
Gillette — If you used my definition of lowest level you would not need to define a
duplex as two separate structures.
Pratt — I am now more comfortable with measuring at the existing grade of the
party wall.
Hansen — Supports the changes as well. Is not comfortable with unlimited
steps. Can we see a couple of examples?
Ruther — Reiterated the purpose of the agenda item is to codify the PEC's
decision that for GRFA purposes, each dwelling unit of a duplex has its own
lowest level.
A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a Prescribed
Regulations Amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town
Code, to amend Section 12-13-5, Employee Housing, Employee Housing Unit
Deed Restriction Exchange Program; Section 12-23-6, Commercial Linkage,
Methods of Mitigation; and Section 12-24-6, Inclusionary Zoning, Methods of
Mitigation; Vail Town Code, concerning the payment of Fees in Lieu of providing
Employee Housing and setting forth details in regard thereto (PEC16-0025). 45
Min.
Applicant: Town of Vail
Planner: Alan Nazzaro
Action: N/A
Motion: Second: Vote:
Nazzaro — Town Council suggested that staff work with the Vail Local Housing Authority
(VLHA) to recommend changes to the fee in lieu regulations. He discussed some of the
possibilities for changing the EHU Fee in lieu program.
Since this memo was written, Council adopted an interim fee, based on 80% AMI,
which raised the fee considerably. Previous fee was based on 120% AMI. Council also
adopted a moratorium on payment of fees in lieu for whole units, but allowed payments
of the fee for fractions of units remaining or required. Fee is based on 10% of new
GRFA, or for commercial based on 20% of new employee generation. Original intent
was for the fee in lieu to apply only to fractions of units. Council wanted to keep pace
with inflation by raising the Administrative Fees. Council did not want to average back
three years. The interim fee does not average the fees. Fees will be from the last year's
County Assessor sales data. Fee is based on affordability gap for payments of
mortgage, taxes, and HOA fees.
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Staff memo identifies some questions on what the goals for this program should be.
Currently, Council has no discretion to say no to accepting a fee in lieu, rather than
requiring a new EHU. Fee in lieu should be the option of last resort. Fee should be
allowed for a specific purpose, but not just to eliminate an on-site unit.
VLHA has had multiple discussions on these options. We are now looking for feedback
from the PEC.
Pratt — At the last meeting, there was a discussion of purchasing a deed restriction,
rather than purchasing the real estate.
Ruther — Town's objective is to get the deed restriction in place, regardless of if the real
estate is purchased, or just the deed restriction is purchased.
Stockmar — How is the fee in lieu used by the Town?
Nazzaro — So far, it has not been used. There is about $2.83 million in the fund.
Gillette — Town should advertise its willingness to buy deed restrictions from existing
unit owners. If fee is higher, it will force people to provide units, and only use the fee for
meeting the fraction remaining.
Nazzaro — We believe Council should have discretion to say "no" to the payment of the
fee in lieu.
Ruther — Need to ask, what is the intent of the fee in lieu? Is it to raise revenue in order
to build units? Or is intent to encourage developers to build units? Council would need
certain criteria in order to deny the fee. Options 6, 7 and 8 should be the focus of the
PEC today. Options 1-5 is more of a discussion for Council. Purpose of the fee is to fill
the gap between what people can afford vs the market rate, not to provide enough
money to build new units. On Option 8, we would like feedback on the criteria to
determine feasibility. What options would need to be exhausted in order to accept a
fee, if it's the option of last resort.
Comments —
Lockman — If we can build housing, we should do that. Council should have the
discretion to determine when the fee is collected.
Nazzaro — Large employers have more resources to address their employee generation
impacts. We would like to determine criteria on when Council can accept the fee.
Lockman — Large employers have such an impact on the community. It's hard to
determine the criteria for accepting a fee as a last resort. Can't think of the criteria right
now. There are already criteria in code, such as "better fit for the community for paying
the fee".
Hansen — Fee has not kept pace with market demands. Yes, Council should have
discretion,
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Gillette — Keep it simple. You could create a market for deed restrictions. Town could
create a program to sell deed restrictions. It could be set up like eBay, with an auction.
That would create a market for deed restrictions. I have never understood why we are
building EHUs in the most expensive sections of Town. Fee in lieu is a great program.
You will get more units than you would at $3,000 per sq. ft.
Stockmar — Bottom line, we need more housing. With only $2.4 million in the EHU fee
in lieu fund, it shows that the program is not working well. We need the fee for the very
small situations where only a fraction remains. When appropriate, we should require
getting deed restrictions or getting new units building.
Pratt — In favor of a fee in lieu, up to a point. But the fee takes the responsibility away
from the developer and puts it on the Town. There needs to be some criteria for Council
to consider. Council changes over time, so we need clear criteria. With only $2.4 million
in the fund, shows that the program is not working. Fee should be based on the cost of
construction. A marketplace could be developed for buying and selling deed
restrictions. Hospital paid a fee in lieu, and they have resources to provide housing.
They should not be allowed to just write a check. Requiring a fee for remodels can be
overbearing, so scope of program should be limited. Fee in lieu should be option of last
resort, for less than one unit. We are not charging enough for the fee, that's why we are
not seeing units get built.
Gillette — Will the $2.4 million be used to pay for the Chamonix project?
Ruther - Yes
Approval of Minutes
June 13, 2016 PEC Meeting Results 5 Min.
Action: Approve
Motion: Lockman Second: Stockmar Vote: 5-0
Informational Updates - Fleet Fuels and Water Usage 15 Min. - Mark Hoblitzell
34% reduction in electricity
Water Use declined 34%
Unleaded fuel use dropped 24%
Diesel fuel use up by 7%
Fleet fuel — Since 2006, 2% increase in GHG emissions due to fleet fuel use. Snow
melting in village did not have a big impact on reducing fleet fuels.
5% total decline in CO2 use. Goal is 20%. Natural gas consumption is driving
demands for CO2.
Options include expanded renewable energy production; purchase renewable
energy credits; Local offset programs
Stockmar — Are their options for improving efficiency in snowmelt systems? Over
time, we should see improvements in efficiency as boilers are replaced.
Bertuglia — Efficiency is not the main issue; boilers require some idling to be ready.
Pratt — Any options for heat recovery systems? See steam coming out of parking
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structure.
Mark — Natural gas use has been fairly stable
Project Re -Wild; Pete Wadden introduced the program and ideas to encourage
private property owners to reintroduce stream bank stabilization and naturalization
of vegetation. Public — private cost share is proposed. Money would come from the
Restore the Gore Action Plan program. Limit 50% match, max $5,000. Discussed
project goals, preventing erosion, restore native riparian vegetation, rehabilitate or
create wetlands, incorporate best management practices, improve stream habitat,
focus on high impact areas.
Gillette — Home owners that would be willing to do this can probably afford to fix
their property.
Bertuglia — We are trying to encourage home owners to participate, even if they
can afford to do work without the incentive.
Pratt - $5,000 won't be enough to make some people jump. We should identify
problem areas and request that owners fix it. Some owners may think about it, for
some owners it may help. Others won't care. Need better examples than log wall
cribbing.
Stockmar — Town needs substantial education campaign, and needs to address its
own property, too.
Gillette — Identify the hot spots and get them fixed.
- Transportation Plan Update 10 Min. —Tom Kassmel
Town contracted with Felsberg, Holt and Ullevig to update Transportation Plan.
Look at accident areas, safety at transit stops, and what recommended
transportation improvements could be made. Transit Charrette on July 11 to work
with transit operators, plus open house in the evening. Ideas from the charrette will
be presented to Town Council. We don't expect to see major changes in traffic
numbers. Mostly focus on transit and parking.
- Complete Streets Update 20 Min. — Brian Garner
Presentation on complete streets and forthcoming pedestrian improvements
proposed for the Vail frontage roads.
Lockman — Will new intersection crossings address the needs of visually impaired
with audible warnings?
Garner — That may be considered.
Pratt — Would like to know how many people are hit by vehicles in Vail. Concerned
that flashing lights won't work. There is already too much for the drivers to pay
attention to. Streets are already too wide in places.
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Garner — Acknowledged.
Stockmar — Town was designed to be a very limited access, limited car village. We
need to look at ways to reduce the amount of vehicular traffic, and get back to the
original design intent.
Garner — Acknowledged.
Adjournment
Action: Adjourn
Motion: Gillette Second: Stockmar Vote: 5-0
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.
Community Development Department
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TOWN OF VAIP
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: Update on progress in drafting the Housing Strategic Plan
PRESENTER(S): Alan J. Na=aro, Housing Manager
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Discussion & direction from Town Council
BACKGROUND: Staff has compiled the input received and reviewed it for trends and placed
suggestions in appropriate Policy Objectives, Strategies and/or Actions Steps for inclusion in the
HSP.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
HSP Update Memo
Attachment - HSP Focus Group Input
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Memorandum
To: Vail Town Council
From: Community Development Department
Date: July 5, 2016
Subject: 2016 Housing Strategic Plan Update
I. SUMMARY
Housing staff compiled the input received from all of the Focus Groups, the Public Meetings and
email responses. The data was reviewed for trends and then placed with the appropriate Policy
Objectives, Strategies and/or Actions Steps for inclusion in the Housing Strategic Plan. A
combined focus group and general public meeting will be held on June 29th to present the
results.
II. PURPOSE
The purpose of this meeting is to present Town Council with the compiled results of the public
input meetings; show the consensus gleaned for the problem statement and the policy
objectives; and provide strategies that will be "fleshed -out" as part of the Plan over the next few
weeks at which time a draft plan will be presented. Finally, the Town Council is asked to
consider the following question when it comes to implementing the Housing Strategic Plan,
since progress on the issue has been stymied in the past:
"What are we going to do differently"?
III. BACKGROUND
The meetings, while revealing a strong consensus within the communityto "do something"
about the housing problems, did not expose any unknowns contributing to the situation. A
recent Vail Valley Partnership survey of local employers showed that:
• 58% of employers take at least 2-3 months to fill vacancies; often the preferred
candidate can not be recruited
• 53% of employees have problems finding affordable housing
• 83% of all employers list the availability and affordability of housing as issue
• Housing is a top concern of all industries in the Valley
All participants were asked the following questions to help define the "Housing Problem":
1. How would you define the housing problem in Vail?
a. Why is housing a problem here?
b. For who is housing a problem?
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2. What are the consequences of doing nothing about the housing problem?
Each Focus Group was also sent group -specific questions relating to their area of expertise and
general questions relating to the four Policy Objectives, which were also queried at the General
Public Meeting. Some of those unable to attend also sent email responses, which have been
tabulated into the results as well. Staff began discussions with the VLHA on the results and is
submitting the following information for Town Council consideration.
IV. THE PROBLEM STATEMENT
Vail as a community lacks an adequate supply of affordable housing for workers, young
families, singles, and many full-time residents. This problem is attributed to a variety of causes,
a lack of available land, a lack of a dedicated funding source for housing, and a loss of existing
housing stock to VRBO and second home owners being among the most cited. The problem is
systemic impacting all aspects of the community. The business community as a whole is finding
it harder to recruit and retain good employees, resulting in negative impacts to service, which
thereby impacts private profits and public revenues. It impacts the vibrancy of the community
with young families not being able to find affordable homes to purchase or rent. It impacts the
schools with fewer children living here, reducing enrollment and thereby funding for education. It
would be short-sighted to ignore these conditions and do nothing. The do nothing option
not only diminishes Vail as a world class resort, but threatens the basic fabric of the community.
The opportunity exists for the public and private sectors to act collaboratively and adopt a
Strategic Plan containing specific actions to address this problem.
V. POLICY OBJECTIVES
OBJECTIVE 1: Preserve Existing Housing
There was consensus that preserving the existing housing stock in Vail needs to be an
important part of the Housing Strategic Plan. This concept had a variety of factors associated
with it. Chief among the reasons were the availability, cost and quality of both purchase and
rental stock. Causes for this situation included high HOA fees due to the age of the stock, the
impact of VRBO and Air BnB on long-term rentals, and the lack of available affordable housing.
It is less expensive to buy existing housing than to build new.
Strategies:
1. Establish a deed restriction purchase program
i. Using a "dedicated housing fund", the Town will pay property owners to
place deed restrictions on homes.
ii. Have dedicated staff with incentive -based compensation run DR
purchase program
2. Create incentives for long-term rentals
i. Zero interest loans for housing rehabilitation in exchange for long-term
rental agreement
ii. Clearinghouse/management company to match renters with rentals
3. Waive RETT on property sales to permanent full-time resident owners
i. Affidavit and claw -back clauses required
OBJECTIVE 2: Increase density to increase housing opportunities
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There was clear support for the idea of using increased density in support of creating affordable
housing, as long as it "done correctly and in appropriate places", i.e., near transit, amenities,
and shopping. There was consensus that due to the sparsity of available land in Town, there is
no other alternative to increased density where projects are possible. In response to the fact
that increased density leads to increased parking issues, some participants considered off-site
parking and storage as reasonable alternatives, given the circumstances. As far as where
density might be appropriate, there were several recurring themes from the groups and the
public. The first theme was that seasonal employees create a good portion of the demand and
therefore affordable rentals for this group are a must. Geographically speaking, West Vail
seems to be among the most noted locations, where density would be acceptable to most
participants. Another of the emerging themes was the redevelopment of existing residential
properties with greater density. Finally the majority of participants recognized the need for
regulatory reform in order to deal with the density issue.
Strategies:
1. Housing Overlay Zone for ease of implementation.
i. If pre -determined criteria are met zone can be initiated over project area
to allow increased housing density, etc.
ii. Allow replacement of older housing stock with greater density
2. Incent the Private Sector
i. Allow smaller lot sizes (maximize number of lots rather than minimum
size)
ii. Allow re -subdivision of plats to increase number of lots
3. No Net Loss Policy, similar to parking, Accessory Units, and landscaping.
OBJECTIVE 3: Develop dedicated funding source to increase affordable housing
inventory
There was clear consensus among all of the Focus Groups and the general public that a
dedicated funding source for housing is a major missing component of the Town of Vail
Strategic Housing Plan.
Strategies:
1. Reallocate an appropriate portion of the RETT for housing.
2. Initiate an increase in Sales Tax dedicated to housing.
3. Property Tax increase with a Homestead Exemption for full-time permanent
residents.
4. Tap into Town reserves to seed the dedicated housing fund.
OBJECTIVE 4: Actively seek and participate in Public/Private Partnerships to increase
affordable housing inventory
There was general consensus that there is need for public/private partnerships to accomplish
affordable housing goals. Neither the government nor the private sector alone has been able to
solve these problems over the years. Employers providing housing alone can be expensive and
the same holds true for the limited resources of government. The Town needs to think
strategically and take the long-term view on housing. Government must work collaboratively
with other jurisdictions, the private sector, and non-profit organizations to tackle the problem of
creating and maintaining affordable housing.
Strategies:
Town of Vail Page 3
July 5, 2016 - Page 17 of 433
1. Collaborate with employers to invest and partner with the Town.
i. Equity share in projects for investment
ii. Parity for each partner
2. Role of Government
i. Regulatory on development
ii. Revisit Inclusionary Zoning and Commercial Linkage percentages and
Applicability
iii. Update Rational Nexus Study
iv. Build units/subsidy
v. Are there assets for sale?
vi. Would Town loan on projects?
3. Land to solve problem - IGA's Valley -wide collaboration
i. Governing bodies must look at options
ii. Dowd's Junction, Eagle -Vail
iii. Plan out where housing will go
iv. Regional Authority
M. NEXT STEPS
Staff will work with the VLHA to "flesh -out" and add Strategies and Action Steps to the policy
Objectives with measureable goals and timeline benchmarks. We will add introductory
information, background data, and create a three to five-year timeline for implementation to
complete a draft plan for presentation to Town Council on July 19th.
Attachments: List of Focus Group and General Public Comments
Town of Vail Page 4
July 5, 2016 - Page 18 of 433
FOCUS GROUP INPUT
1. Problem Statement:
Focus Group #1 —Small Businesses
• Create fundina sours
• It is everybody's responsibility
Focus Group #2 — Realtors
• Land Cost/Lack of Land
• Cost of Construction
• TOV Codes/Regulations/DRB
• Nimbys/Strong local leadership
No funding source/land banking
• Workforce housing product isn't family
friendly
• Desirability of TOV?
• HOA Fees impact affordability
Focus Group #3 Valley Organizations:
• Out Migration down Valley
• Lack of affordable housing inventory
• Not enough "dirt"(land) in Vail
• Vail is dying as a community rite families,
no kids
• Many young families want homes but
can't afford prices
• Winter is worst 400+ jobs but no long
term rentals
• Vail is victim of its own success highly
desirable place
• Propertyvalues too high & wages too
low
• Everyone's problem- employers can't fill
positions
o Workers can't find housing
o Guest services suffer
• VRBO not going away — weakening the
fabric of neighborhoods
• Do nothing is not an option
• Need qualified workforce, who call Vail
home and have vested interest in
community
• Preserve and increase stock of year-
round homes
• Implement more restrictions on VRBO
o Limit locations
o Require professional management
o Restrict to properties over $1.25 M
o Must be full unit not a bedroom
•Add higherfees
o Enforce compliance
Focus Group # 6 Mortgage Bankers:
• Limited supply of DR units under $500K
• Limited housing affordable to families
• Sustainable pool of funding is needed
• Buying existing stock & placing DR
• Redevelop older stock
• Balance between open space & housing
needs
Focus Group #4 Large Employers:
• Availability, cost and quality of purchase
& rental stock
• No green land left
• Not just dorms for temporaries
o 1St time home buyers
o .V..: ,. ... �,. ,.�.�....'fees
• HOA fees high due to age of stock
o Hugh obstacle to home ownership in
Vail that market can't solve
• •d
can't house enough employees to keep
up w/expectations
o Quality of applicants lower
• Critical service suffers—Schools,
utilities, emergency services
o Employees living long distances
away
• Saving existing stock
• VRBO- losing long-term rentals
• Moving out to bedroom communities
• Lack of affordable units for singles
• No opportunities for "newbies" in lottery
• Baby Boomer Retirement issue hasn't hit
yet!
- -----.s time to build up down payment
nothing in Vail to buy
Focus Group #5 Large Hotels:
• Affordability of housing
• Quantity of Available Housing
0 15-20% cost to community
o Labor pool — tough to hire
o Turnover
• Seasonality —impacts on availability,
occupancy
• Cost of Living (affordability)
• Quality of employees
• Community problem to solve
July 5, 2016 - Page 19 of 433
FOCUS GROUP INPUT
o Shared problem
Focus Group #7: Contractor/Architect/Dev.:
• Lack of affordable housing
• Lack of Real Estate
• Land, Construction Cost, Zoning
• People move west to get more house
• Dedicated funding source to be able to
partner
• Redevelop aging properties
• Comes down to Parking
• Temporary workers cause transient
neighborhoods
Focus Group #8: Interested Citizens:
• Ownership & Rental problem
Vibrancy of community
o School enrollment declining
• Services suffer without critical mass
o Long commute, expensive
housing, makes unhappy workers
• Lack of year-round residents
• Little opportunity to move up from 2 to 3
bedrooms
o People move down valley to get
.i acAwt.
• No job growth with good wages
o Wages don't match housing market
• Dedicated funding source needed
• VRBO regulations — specific tax
o Pushing value of housing up as
income property
o Investigate revenue stream from
VRBO to fund housing
Focus Group#9: Affordable Home Buyers:
• Availability and price of housing
o Livability vs. affordability
o Not affordable even for
physicians
• Vail grew too fast
.Z not in the housing game
o Seasonal employee focus
• Commuting is getting further and further
• Available Parking
July 5, 2016 - Page 20 of 433
FOCUS GROUP INPUT
2. Additional Comments:
Focus Group #1 —Small Businesses
• More density on Chamonix
• Rebuild Timber Ridge with as much density
as possible
Focus Group #2 — Realtors
• What are buyers looking for?
o Schools
o Sense of "family community"
o Newer/refurbished product
o Community/Rec Center
o Parking
• Funding Source?
o Reallocating RETT?
o Sales Tax already high
o No increase in transfer tax
• Density
o Redevelop - West Vail Mall
- Cascade Crossing
• Employer Provided Housing
o Too Expensive
• Deed Restrictions
o Less Restrictive?
Focus Group #3 Valley Organizations:
• 58% of Employers fill vacancies in 2-3
months
• 53% of employees have problem finding
housing
• 83% of all employers list housing as issue
• Housing is top concern of all industries in
the Valley
• Vibrant community at risk
• Habitat has 50 homes in Eagle County
• Organization does collaboration,
partnerships focused on housing
• Affordable Housing #1 Priority
o Lead collaboration around issue
o Bring business & public sector
together
o Regional effort needed
o Willing to take leadership role
• People outside of Vail would love to live
there
• Density options must be considered case by
case
• Property rebate incentive for long-term
rentals
• Buydowns with DR
Focus Group # 6 Mortgage Bankers:
• Tear down older stock replace with higher
density
• Public/Private Partnerships — WMC, VR
• What Impact on Demand
• Long term residents needs
• Enfranchise workers with home ownership
• Parking w/units
• Carpool — how to get people here without
cars
• Moving Costs on employers to help
• Jumbo DR Loans — could be done "needle
in haystack"
• Land Leases an issue with Freddie &
Fannie
• DR must go away on foreclosure
• Income restrictions a must for federal
financing among other requirements
• Multiple DR's is not an issue (2-3 at most)
• Integration of DRs in all locations
• Provide education — "savvy buyer"
o DR education for owners
o Access to DR Library
• Portfolio Loans
Focus Group #4 Large Employers:
• ERWSD Housing Program is a tool for
employee recruitment& retention- 50 units
• Housing at different price points needed
• Employer housing-
• ERWSD 50 units now, planning 16-
24
o WMC master lease 50 units
o TOV 58 beds to rent — 5 of 6 Red
Sandstone units owned by TOV
employees
o School District— 12 units
• Employees stay in units long term, very little
turnover
• Retirement considerations
o Aging workforce vs. diminished
supply
• Strategic thinking — long-term view on
housing
July 5, 2016 - Page 21 of 433
FOCUS GROUP INPUT
• Density is a tool to assist
• Policy changes needed
• IGA's Valley -wide collaboration
Focus Group #4 Large Employers (cont'd):
• Stricter Employee Housing Requirement
• Employers invest & partner with Town and
others to get employee housing
• Tiny home project, like trailer park
• Would employers invest?
o Governing bodies must look at
options
o Equity share in projects for
investment
o Parity for each partner
• Affordable rental projects easier
• Mix of unit types & sizes — how it works
together.
Focus Group #5 Large Hotels:
• Role of Government
o Regulatory on development
o Build units/subsidy
o Tax- Revenue Source?
• Whistler Example
o In Suites — A.U.
o Long term rental units
o Subsidized
• Funding Source
o Provided across the board
o Equitable
Focus Group #7: Contractor/Architect/Dev.:
• Rule Changes Needed to Incent Private
Sector
o Old Neighborhood redev.
o Use Tax — Dev. Fees are high
o Workwith developers to get redev.
o Smaller lot sizes
o Guidelines on building footprints to
get more units
o Re -subdivide plats to get more lots
with larger footprint for Duplexes
• Use Tax 2%, Rec Fee, Tap Fee, Review
Fee, Permit fee, RETT
• ROI important in development
o Larger homes bring big return
o Density doesn't help much
• Inclusionary & Commercial Linkage is tax
on small segment
• Affordable housing stand alone dev. Is
better
• Zoning around West Vail Commercial needs
to be changed & redevelopment
encouraged
• 15 Townhouses to replace two dilapidated
houses could subsidize DR units
• Housing Overlay Zone for ease of
implementation
• W. Vail is ready for redevelopment
o Up -zone first then approach
developers
o W. Vail up -zone for density
o Create incentive to combine lots
• Everything comes down to parking
o Eliminate hurdles/create incentives
• Need land to solve problem
o Dowd's Junction, Eagle -Vail
o Plan out where housing will go
o Are there assets for sale?
o Would Town loan on Projects?
Focus Group #8: Interested Citizens:
• Problem too long ignored needs to be
addressed and paid for
• Sales Tax Increase
• Whereto put density
o Chamonix is good location
o Vail isn't "rural" anymore
o Density is not a bad thing
o Livability — density where amenities
are — transit, parks, shopping, etc.
• Target people, who are here and want to
stay but need help
o Renting need more space, but can't
afford to buy in Vail
• Sell DRs to property owners
• Appreciation caps meant to help keep units
affordable
• Can we look at income restricted units
• Chamonix is important
• Employers can and should invest here
Focus Group #9: Affordable Home Buyers:
• Big Employers need to step up
• Underground parking
• Housing Needs:
o Available parking
o Outdoor Space
o Access to Transit
o Storage accommodating lifestyle
July 5, 2016 - Page 22 of 433
FOCUS GROUP INPUT
• Off-site Parking & Storage would be
reasonable
• Lending options — DR & Land lease
preclude 30 -year mortgages
• Price Appreciation cap
o Not trying to make a fortune
o Keeps it affordable
o Some equity is better than rent
o Appreciation caps shouldn't be too
high
o Not about making money but living
near work
• Tax second home owners & VRBO
o 50% of units VRBO & 2 d. Homes
• Why no rent restrictions on homes
• Bus line is important when you can't park
o Living in Vail transit is important
• Room for expansion/flexible space is good
• Quality of construction is important
• Two bathrooms or at least two toilets in
every unit
• Both seniority and straight lottery
o Lottery roadmap for newcomers
General Public Meeting:
• Build 3,000 apartment units over 1-70
• Build dormitories for temporary VR
employees on the mountain with
separate access road away from
expensive housing.
• Need affordable housing for full-time
residents
• Need to better regulate VRBO and tax
them more
• Agree that we do need a dedicated
funding source for housing
• Favor increasing property taxes on
residential with homestead exemption
for full-time residents
• Need a Vision of what we are trying to
accomplish before people will vote for
funding source
• Dual track working on family and full-
time residents, while also working on
rentals for temporary workers
• Density is an option as long as it is done
correctly and in the appropriate
locations, able to accommodate it, i.e.,
near transit, amenities, shopping, etc.
o There is no alternative to help
meet the housing needs of the
community
Charging for parking in the Vail parking
structures in the summer and using the
revenue received for housing; or just
charging for parking in summer during
peak times and using revenues for
housing.
Did not like the idea that developers
could pay a fee in lieu to satisfy their
housing requirements.
Did not like the idea that a developer
can buy deed and sell deed restrictions
on existing units to satisfy his or others'
housing requirements.
Additional input via email:
• The TOV needs to formulate specific
zoning for Affordable Housing. Specific
locations need to be located close to
infrastructure, core areas, public
transportation, groceries, work place
locations, etc.
• You need land - county or incorporated
city land donations
• Need funding source - Examples are
Taxing authority similar to the "open
space tax", real estate transfer tax,
County purchase of land, government
low income financing, tax credits,
County low income financing. Everyone
has benefited in the success of the
Community, thus everyone should
participate in the solution.
• Create entry level tax incentives - I.e.
tax credits thru state,
• Provide streamline process for housing
and development.
• Simplify rules and regulations.
• Let the private sector operate the
management and sale of affordable
housing, I.e. Board of Realtors! Let the
Board put together a Affordable Housing
Commission and management sector
and fund it out of real estate
commissions.
Reduced fees - I.e. sewer, water tap,
building permits.
Reduced real estate taxes on AF
housing.
July 5, 2016 - Page 23 of 433
FOCUS GROUP INPUT
• Review process every two years - and
not just by staff but by qualified
personnel in the industry. How many
homes will this build in next 1, 3, 5
years. What will you do if you don't get
there?
• Everyone needs to be on the same
page. Get county and incorporated
towns together. You need cooperation
with all entities including Vail, Beaver
Creek, Avon, Eagle, Gypsum, Dotsero,
Vail Resorts, Eagle County, etc.
• Work with banks to come up with
reduced interest rates for low income
families that have exceptional qualities,
i.e., HFH concept, tell them it is
"Community Service".
• You need incentives for development
not punishment.
• Vail Resorts inability and non -focus on
providing housing for THEIR seasonal
workers
• Vail Resorts has now become
dependent on the taxpayers to provide
"affordable housing"
• Hiring employees on a 3-4 month basis
• What local housing options for
CRITICAL housekeeping &
maintenance resort/hotel staff
• The current extreme housing shortage
did not just evolve.
• Baby boomers retirement tsunami has
not hit yet. How will it impact employee
housing?
• 90% of Vail's workforce housing challenges
are due to the employee housing demand
created by Vail Resorts and the major
hotels.
o They should have to pay for all of
the associated housingdemand
they have and are creating
The town has embarked ona housing policy
that is a failure on multiple levels.
o only requiring hotel and
resort developers to provide
housing for 35% or so of the
increased employee load from new
development
•
not wilIingtofund the housingdemand
created by Vail Resorts and the major hotels
July 5, 2016 - Page 24 of 433
Tammy Nagel
From: Stephen Connolly <sfcvail@hotmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, July 6, 2016 12:30 AM
To: Council Dist List
Cc: beth@sliferdesigns.com; John Mills; Mark Schelde; Michael Cacioppo; rslifer@slifer.net;
'Scott Miller'; Paul Rondeau; Mary McDougall; Suzanne Silverthorn; Stan Zemler
Subject: public input re: housing meeting
Just wanted to clarify a few of the comments I made tonight and add a little insight.
Many of us who attended came away with the feeling that there was good energy, but not a lot of hope for the
outcome. Many of us had the same story whether we came in 78 or 75 or 87 or 2016 - the first question in an interview
was/is "do you have a place to live".
There were four ideas that seem to have some logic to them:
1) Build dorms in the forest. Ski in Ski out accommodations for liftiesl What a concept and since the lands belong to all
of us. Action requested: Call a meeting with VRI to see what the potential is for their support. We obviously need to be
thinking out of the box and VRI should consider something like this. Why wouldn't they support the idea? Since this was
already discussed in the work session as a "genius" of an idea, what is the next step on this idea and when can we expect
some sort of update?
2) Build 3,000 beds on top of the interstate. While lately (in the last 15 years) this idea has been discussed as a way to
mitigate highway noise, a twist that I had not heard was to have major hotel chains build convention centers on either
end. Rod stated that this idea was discussed years ago but found to be too expensive. Action requested: Dust off that
old plan and look at it with a new set of eyes. No doubt it will be more expensive today, but how much more expensive in
another 20 years? I don't know if this was discussed in the work session, but it seems to kill three birds at once -
employee housing, building a convention center (or two) and mitigating highway noise. Can we look as this as a "how do
we do this" rather than "this is why we can't do it"?
3) Buy land down valley. This is probably the most sound idea. Apparently there is land owned by the Forrest Service in
Dowds Junction that they have zoned as "administrative" and this could be sold for non -natural uses. Other ideas to buy
further down valley seem to have other problems beyond acquiring of land Action requested: Since this was discussed
in early June and was the most reasonable, what has been done with this idea? If it has not been started, please start it
immediately. We should have an update no later than the end of July (if not right now based on what has been done in
the past several weeks).
4) Convert the municipal center into employee housing and parking. Disclaimer: This was my idea. I have never
bought into George's explanation that Town Hall needs to be in the Center of Town. Sure that was in the past but this
doesn't make any sense today. We should build where we can. We survived moving the Post Office. This idea was
dismissed at the meeting because "the property is worth too much." Balderdash. But let's check it out. Action
requested: I asked this sometime ago. What is the value of the muni land? Request Broker Opinions from the top RE
firms in Vail. Ask developers what they think. The logical place to move muni operations is out to the bus barn. Think
outside of the box. Why can't we have a multi storied building like the Arrabelle, the Ritz Residences or
Solaris? Certainly not going to ruin any view corridors.
There were several priorities discussed. Greg has already acknowledged that work is being done to revamp the
lottery. What a heartbreaker! You struggle through twenty years in this town, working three jobs, you qualify first in the
lottery and you finish a loser. Action requested: when can we get an update on how future lotteries will be conducted?
There was discussion about employee housing vs. family housing. While some would say employees (front line low wage
earners) are the foundation of our business community, the financial engine that drives this resort community, others
would say we need to consider long term community needs. Maybe we could set the priority as being front line seasonal
workers and keeping Vail locals in town as they create families and build businesses. It is very hard to get my head
around the notion that we are building Chamonix to attract some new lawyer and his family to Vail. This is so wrong in so
many ways. While this may not have been the intended message, this is what came through loud and clear to several
attendees. Action requested: Create a policy statement on what exactly we are trying to do with affordable
housing. Forget the five dollar words. Make sure that any junior high student can understand it and restate it in their own
words.
It was argued by Dick Cleveland that we need to start with a funding source. How do you collect money without telling us
how it will be spent? Have we forgotten about the Clubhouse already? If we know what we are collecting funds for,
whether in the form of taxes or any of the myriad of financial mechanisms available, it should be easier to collect
them. Don't get bogged down in how to pay for this until we know what we are paying for.
Figure out how we best use Chamonix to benefit the two most pressing priorities: giving front line seasonal employees a
place to live and helping families stay in Vail. Some say this is social engineering at its worst. Show us that it is not.
One member of the audience seemed to be rather ticked off. We were tossing out ideas and there seemed to be no
action being taken. It seemed the attendee had one simple question, after all this time and all these ideas, we were told
that several had already been heard in the year leading up to the meeting, WHAT WAS BEING DONE?
Since they had years of experience and were running for reelection, I challenged Kevin and Dick to find solutions to this
housing problem. Now I will expand the challenge to include Greg, since he too has years of experience dealing with the
topic. Now I ask you all, on behalf of my fellow concerned citizens, "When can we expect an update on what is actually
happening?" The challenges are known. The list of options fairly finite. Lets get game on.
Thanks for reading.
sfc
Stephen Connolly
sfcvail(abhotmail.com
970-376-5798 (cell)
970-476-6826 (phone, fax and voicemail)
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Tammy Nagel
From: Paul Rondeau <nanpaul@vail.net>
Sent: Saturday, June 25, 2016 9:13 AM
To: Council Dist List
Subject: Housing.......... from Paul Rondeau
Attachments: HOUSING.rtf
I am attaching my letter in the Daily on Friday. The recent 'brainstorming' session indicated we need to do something
differently. In short, a 'can -do' attitude to do something bold for rental or purchase 1-2 bedroom housing. Probably with
one of the three ideas that were floated around at this meeting. One of the ideas already was shot down as "we looked
at that before" --hardly the mindset we need now.
in short, we have movers & shakers who are'in' or love Vail, with clout, that can make things happen that the town can
not do on its own.
Further, the notion of providing subsidized housing of for -sale three or more bedrooms is one area to really think about.
Rather, some form or'arms-length' financial subsidy that can get families here in free market housing. Its the 'luck of the
draw' with inherent unfairness with this approach or who gets to purchase subsidized housing approach!
But at least you don't get the 'diminishing return' phenomenon of'employed workers' with multiple children eventually
becoming'empty nesters' down the line when they don't need all the extra bedrooms. Not to mention their eventually
becoming 'retired workers', as allowed by the rules of workforce housing. Not to mention what happens with divorced
couples. Not to mention the administrative/enforcement costs associated with purchased subsidized housing.
In short, there are no easy answers, but hope some of these perspectives are at least discussed in a proper forum that
includes the full council, appropriate staff and the public............ Paul Rondeau
The Audacity Of It All....
In the mid 1980's a group of Vail movers and
shakers
proposed Vail host the World Ski
Championships in 1989 --audacious as these
sort of things are really only done in Europe and
how would it ever get funded? Well, it did get
funded, it was a success and most importantly,
it did recognize on -mountain venues alone
would not have been enough without world
class support from the workforce in general,
small business in particular, coupled with
resident and guest volunteers. In fact, it went so
well that the feat was repeated in 1999 and
2015 --spearheaded by the Vail Foundation.
Not too many years ago the Vail Town Council
proposed that 30 percent of our workforce
should live in Vail --again audacious as how to
get it funded and where located. But in this
case it didn't happen, with significant, but
ultimately inadequate mix of rental and
purchase units. These include: Timber Ridge,
The Commons, Middle Creek, VR's First Chair,
the new Lions Ridge complex, small clusters &
single units spread around town --coupled with a
diminishing number of privately -owned rental
units. All this is compounded with the seldom
discussed , 'diminishing return' phenomenon,
where'employed workers' eventually become
'retired workers' as they rightly want to stay in
any subsidized housing --hence if you are not
moving forward housing -wise, you are moving
backward by definition!
What has been missing is bold action to match
bold vision. This has to begin with a greater
recognition that 'Vail' to our destination guests
is one entity, encompassing on -mountain and
everything off -mountain. In short, if 'Vail' is
indeed world class, 'Vail' must do as well as
Disney does for workforce housing and must
put additional substance to the slogan "VAI L
Like nothing on earth' --where Vail Resort's
motto would be hollow except for what happens
off -mountain.
The recent'brain storming' session in the Vail
chambers brought out two important points:
O Be Bold.... With notions of (a) building 3,000
beds in a structure over 1-70, (b) building ski
in -ski out dormitories on forest service land on
the mountain and (c) taking advantage of new
ways to acquire forest service land --in this case
land that is nearby, consistent with planning
and accessible by foot and/or public
transportation.
O Vision.....We need a roadmap as a rallying
point, else "just never-ending talk the same as
30 years ago."
Vision has to include specifics --including
location options.
So what to do? First, as said at the meeting, a
bold vision is needed. Second, the need for a
champion --and I don't think that can be seven
council members around the horseshoe.
Needed is a champion with clout, consistency
and strong vested interest, who can be the
prime mover --the jump -starter to get things
going, but certainly not the only financial
contributor. Then a rallying label, such as
'Beds Serving Vail' that can catch the
imagination of organizations (who might desire
naming rights), individuals with a passion for
Vail to contribute in funding --coupled with, yes,
some form of ongoing funding mechanism. The
candidates for such a champion clearly include
Vail Resorts, the Vail Foundation with a new
type role and others yet to be identified.
So what happens next? I'm just reporting what
I have heard recently, coupled with
observations of what has been possible since
1960, when my wife and I drove by a
nondescript place off highway 6, where it was
rumored with audacity, that a ski area was to be
developed in the middle of nowhere! Note,
Vail opened in December, 1962.
Paul Rondeau, Vail
TOWN OF VAR'
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: Update on Summer Parking
PRESENTER(S): Greg Hall, Public Works Director and Mike Rose, Transit/Parking Manager
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Provide direction to the staff on the information
presented.
BACKGROUND: The Town of Vail parking structures are reaching and/or exceeding capacity with
increased frequency this summer as had been anticipated due to a number of factors, especially in
Lionshead. The peak summer season kicked off with the Vail Arts Festival and will continue through
mid-August. In addition, Epic Discovery has opened with parking demands unknown at this time.
Currently, staff is tracking use patterns within the structures and thus far has been able to
accommodate most of the demand, although not as convenient given the patterns in Lionshead.
Overflow parking on the frontage roads has occurred on the days staff has anticipated.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Summer Parking Update Memorandum
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Memorandum
TO: Vail Town Council
FROM: Stan Zemler, Town Manager
Greg Hall, Director of Public Works and Transportation
DATE: July 5, 2016
SUBJECT: Update on Summer Parking
I. PURPOSE
The purpose of this item is to:
• Provide Town Council with an update on summer parking
• Provide possible parking management options
• Request Town Council direction regarding next steps
II. BACKGROUND
The Town of Vail parking structures are reaching and/or exceeding capacity with increased
frequency this summer as had been anticipated due to a number of factors, especially in
Lionshead. The peak summer season kicked off with the Vail Arts Festival and will continue
through mid-August. In addition, Epic Discovery has opened with parking demands unknown at this
time.
Currently, staff is tracking use patterns within the structures and thus far has been able to
accommodate most of the demand, although not as convenient given the patterns in Lionshead.
Overflow parking on the frontage roads has occurred on the days staff has anticipated.
The structures have filled the following dates and times:
Lionshead
Village
Cars available in structures
6/9 @ 10:48AM
6/9 @ 12:30PM
overflow frontage road
6/10 @ 10:28AM
6/10 @ 9:33AM
overflow frontage road
6/11 @ 10:25AM
6/11 @ 9:15AM
overflow frontage road
6/12 @ 10:08AM
6/12 @ 9:01 AM
overflow frontage road
6/13 @ 9:01 AM
500 VV
6/15 @ 9:48AM
525 VV
6/17 @ 9:50AM
295 VV
6/19 @ 10:54AM
LH data unavailable
6/20 @ 10:05AM
375 VV
6/21 @ 10:20AM
365 VV
6/22 @ 10:OOAM
6/24 @ 10:1 1AM
150VV
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6/26 @ 12:54AM
6/26 @ 10:OOAM overflow frontage road
6/27 @ 10:15AM
315 VV
6/28 @ 9:23AM
416 VV
6/29 @ 10:20AM
Data not yet available
6/30 @ 10:30AM
Data not yet available
Based on the analysis above, Lionshead is filling more during weekdays. This is due to
construction in the Lionshead area and use of the structure by the hospital employees while the
VVMC west parking is impacted. The hospital parking at this time is down approximately 130
spaces. Availability in the Lionshead structure has increased by 66 spaces due to removal of the
temporary skatepark compared to last year. The Village structure, on the other hand, is filling more
on weekends.
The number of construction workers at job sites in the Lionshead area is as follows:
• Lion - 300-350 with fewer workers on Fridays and weekends
• Vail Spa - 70-80 with fewer workers on Fridays and weekends
• Vail Valley Medical Center - 130-150 with fewer workers on weekends
There are additional projects within the Vail and Lionshead Villages employing approximately 100
additional workers. In all, the number of construction workers in the both Villages is less than 700
during peak, an average of 600 and less than 500 on Fridays. This is 1/3-1/4 of the number of
construction workers that were in town during the 2008-2009 boom years which peaked at around
2800 construction workers.
III. CURRENT ACTIONS TO DATE
The following actions have been taken, to date:
• Analysis of parking availability by day and hour.
• Monitor Lionshead parking and ensure the "full" signs are reversed when space becomes
available. Allow guests to enter the structure to determine availability, if requested.
• Communication with representatives from construction job sites and VVMC to request
carpooling and use of shuttles.
• Communication with Vail Resorts to request employees use the VR lots.
Positive feedback has been received from staff's outreach to the construction sites, VVMC and Vail
Resorts; however, there is no way to enforce compliance.
Additional plans are to reach out to the Vail Chamber and Business Association to ask other
businesses to encourage their employees to carpool, take transit or ride or walk to work.
IV. POSSIBLE MANAGEMENT ACTIONS MOVING FORWARD
Option 1 — Status Quo
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Continue operations as -is. This will likely result in more summer days on the frontage road than the
20 days experienced last year. As of June 26th, there have been 5 frontage road days and by the
time July 5th arrives, staff is anticipating there will be 9 frontage road days.
Pros
• Status quo.
• Little impact to current operations.
Cons
• More days on the frontage road than normal.
• Sets up a pattern for 4 more years when the hospital begins Phase 2 which takes out 250
spaces.
• CDOT could step in and revoke Town's use of the Frontage Roads as a violation to our
current agreements.
Option 1A
A variation would give the Town Manager authority to act on one of the other options, if needed,
between July 5 and July 19, if the situation worsens.
Option 2 — Limit AM Entries
Limit the number of available spaces during the early morning hours so there are additional spaces
available later in the day. This is an option the Town implemented in 2008 in which a cap was
placed on hourly entries. The 2008 management plan included use of the former Wendy's lot (75
spaces) and Vail Resorts provided an area near Gold Peak for additional parking (150 spots). The
Gold Peak location required PEC approval and the area has since been restored.
Pros
• This method would result in spaces being available later in the day.
• Would incentivize carpooling by allowing entry for those who carpool or shuttle.
Cons
• We will just push the problem to Vail Village unless we monitor/control both structures.
• Need alternate parking areas and/or park `n ride locations.
• May need to provide additional transit service from the outlying areas.
• If you arrive after the entry limitation has been reached, you are required to park
somewhere else, usually resulting in being late and can be confusing if you aren't familiar
with Vail and transit options.
• Currently the only alternative spaces available are along the frontage road near Safeway,
approximately 60 spaces. Transit service due to detour will be less direct.
• Overflow parking impacts to other areas such as Ford and Donovan parks, trailheads, Red
Sandstone School, etc.
• Unanticipated adjustments needed by employers and ECO.
Option 3- AM Paid Parking
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This option would charge a $10 fee to enter between 6 and 9 a.m. and ensure there is a separate
area for short-term free parking such as the Vail Village top deck and the current Lionshead short-
term area.
Pros
• Will force some to find alternative parking or alternative transportation.
Cons
• Implements a form of paid summer parking, however similar to Ford Park.
• Penalizes employees with morning shifts while those working later shifts would have access
to free parking.
• No alternative parking spaces exist, may cause problems elsewhere.
Option 4 — Paid Parking
Implement a paid summer parking program which addresses the issues.
Pros
• Would be long-term and deal with the issues of managed summer parking in which policies
and rates can be tailored to meet the outcomes desired.
• Generates revenue to offset cost of managing and providing additional bus service.
• Provides equity for all customers.
Cons
• Less free summer parking.
• Very unpopular with everyone.
• Unknown impact to businesses.
Option 5 — More Outlying Parking
Develop additional parking opportunities. Any options would most likely require a conditional use
permit from the PEC and DRB approval. A parking proposal to use the former Roost site for
construction parking was denied by the PEC last year.
Pros
• May be able to add additional parking site options outside the core area.
Cons
• Timeliness.
• Cost to implement and possibly restore.
• Requires property owner approval if not Town of Vail land.
• May have neighborhood opposition.
• May force Vail issues to down valley communities.
V. ACTION REQUESTED
C!
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Provide direction to the staff on the information presented.
VI. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the Status Quo Option 1A while providing direction to the Town Manager to
implement Option 2 -Limit AM Entries, if the need arises prior to the July 19 Town Council meeting.
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Tammy Nagel
From: Brent Cartwright <thecartwrights@me.com>
Sent: Thursday, lune 23, 2016 12:50 PM
To: Council Dist List
Subject: Parking
Council members,
I don't think it is a surprise to you that Vail has a parking problem. How to handle it is the question. When paid parking
ends in the structures, construction parking begins. Every day this week, the Lionshead structure has been full. That's on
weekdays in early summer. I can't imagine how this will be for July. I notice a rough estimate of 20-30% of these vehicles
are construction vehicles, and many of those do not move during weeks at a time.
As a strong library patron, someone who has used the Dobson arena extensively and for anyone who wishes to visit
local businesses and possibly spend money, it is quite hard without parking. I do not feel the structures should be
catering to the construction companies at the detriment to village patrons. I am not sure of a solution to present, but I
definitely want to voice my displeasure.
To this note, other areas with tourism, extend free parking like we do on the frontage road by Safeway, only to county
registered vehicles while others pay a fee. Boulder is a prime example. In Boulder, the trail heads and recreational areas
have paid parking for non residents.
As I am writing, one other observation is crosswalks. I noticed an article in the Daily mentioning an acknowledgment
of threat in crosswalks in town, yet an unwillingness to install flashing crosswalk signs. Minturn just did, and its core still
retains a quaintness. The crosswalk from the Lionshead structure across to Dobson and the library is an accident waiting
to happen. The snow covers the crosswalk, cars don't know it exists. Hotel shuttles fly through here and circle around
fast in the turnaround. A series of crossing signs should be installed. A stop sign should be installed in the turnaround to
break the speed and momentum. Also an education program with shuttle drivers should be implemented. They seem to
be the biggest offenders. I do believe flashing crosswalk signs would be an important safety addition to our town.
Thank you,
Brent Cartwright
920 Fairway dr.
Vail, Co 81657
970-343-9971
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Tammy Nagel
From: Thomas J Neyens <skivalet@me.com>
Sent: Thursday, June 23, 2016 10:33 AM
To: Council Dist List
Subject: LionsHead Parking
Dear Council
It's 10:30 do you know where you're parking
Town of Vail. Parking Counts
Last Updated: 6/23/2016 10:29:22 AM
Vail Village Parking Structure
Spaces Occupied: 61.90% Full
Open Spaces: 381 Spaces of 1000 Open
Vail Village Top Deck Parking
Spaces Occupied: 35.94% Full
Open Spaces: 139 Spaces of 217 Open
Lionshead Parking Structure
Spaces Occupied: 99.50% Full
Open Spaces: 5 Spaces of 1000 Open
I=ord Park Parking
Spaces Occupied: 32.47% Full
Open Spaces: 131 Spaces of 194 Open
Soccer/ Athletic Fields Parking
Spaces Occupied: 83.33% Full
Open Spaces: 9 Spaces of 54 Open
Tom Neyens
Ski Valet Inc.
616 West LionsHead Circle
Vail,CO. 81657
970-476-7770
It's not LionsHead for the Art Festival
Tammy Nagel
From: Thomas J Neyens <skivalet@me.com>
Sent: Wednesday, June 22, 2016 3:57 PM
To: Council Dist List
Subject: LionsHead Parking Structure
Dear Council
I'm sure it has been brought to attention that LionsHead Parking structure has been full regularly since the end
of the ski season.
The LionsHead Structure has been at 80% by 9am every morning, most of this from construction workers and
hospital employees. Today for example at 3pm there were -1 spaces available in LionsHead and +90 in the
village.
Parking on the Frontage Road will become the daily standard starting next week ,which I'm sure will not make
CDOT happy.
WE need to do something about this before it kills our summer business.
I do recall that we had this same problem a few years ago with the hospital employees and construction workers
and the Town of Vail required the Hospital and Contractors to shuttle their people into work.
I think we need to get on this ASAP, with the 4th just 12 days away.
I look forward to your solution.
Tom Neyens
Ski Valet Inc.
616 West LionsHead Circle
Vail,CO. 81657
970-476-7770
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: Booth Creek Trailhead Parking Update
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Booth Creek Trailhead Parking Memorandum
TOWN OF VAIP
July 5, 2016 - Page 31 of 433
TOWN OF
75 South Frontage Road West
Vail, Colorado 81657
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To: Vail Town Council
Stan Zemler, Town Manager
From: Dwight Henninger, Chief of Police
Date: June 30, 2016
Subject: Booth Creek Trailhead Parking
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Last weekend there was a significant parking problem at the Booth Creek Trailhead with
cars parked along both sides of the roadway. Neighbors complained, expressing concerns
about emergency access, prompting Code Enforcement to respond and issue parking
tickets to illegally -parked cars. Construction at Vail Mountain School this past weekend
further exasperated problems.
The rise of trailhead parking problems over the years has been inevitable. With Booth Creek
Trailhead's growing popularity and with only limited room for cars in this lot, which is co -
owned by the Town and the U.S. Forest Service, parking inadequacies and community
frustrations are understandable.
In the past, we have met with neighbors, improved signage and enforced compliance with
parking regulations. And recently, Town senior staff have walked the area to identify
solutions. Despite a need to increase the parking lot size, a majority of the surrounding
land is US Forest Service property and they are not interested in expanding parking for this
trailhead on federally -owned land. There is another potential site, which would be very
impactful for the community that Public Works is currently researching. Fortunately, the
Mountain School allows the use of their lots during non -school time periods, so signs
indicating the availability of parking at the school were reinstalled Monday, June 27.
The school's generosity helps, but social media sites and concierge hiking recommendations
are continuing to increase the attraction to the Booth Creek trail. To reduce private vehicle
parking activity, an email has gone out to the Welcome Center staff and to Hosts asking them
to encourage guests to ride the bus or use other trails. Lodging properties are being given
updated hiking maps that include alternate routes. And, we are working with the
Communications Information Office to produce an informational card for distribution at
lodging properties. The card will convey bus timetables and routes and will list alternative
hiking areas. Knowing that buses leave the Vail Transportation Center hourly starting at 6 AM
and that the ride to a hike takes 6 minutes will conceivably appeal to many guests.
We recommend against additional "no parking" signs at the entrance to a neighborhood,
which is the Town's long-standing policy, as they are unlikely to increase compliance. Cones
have been considered unsightly for long-term compliance and may not be appropriate for this
July 5, 2016 - Page 32 of 433
area. Cones will be placed on the roadway for the weekend of the 4t" of July. Staffing and
event workloads prohibit the assignment of an officer for this one street.
Along with the distribution of informational cards to boost bus ridership and explore alternate
hiking spots, posting new signs of alternate trails and multiple parking options make up the
most responsive approach to resolving trail parking issues. We will work with the Forest
Service for the addition of these signs and advise when the signs can be posted.
Parking -Related Calls for Service to and near the Booth Creek Trailhead
[All calls involve multiple vehicles resulting in primarily citations and warnings.]
Summer 2013
Summer 2014
Summer 2015
Summer 2016
Total calls - 4
Total calls — 8
Total calls — 12
Total calls — 16
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July 5, 2016 - Page 33 of 433
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: Follow -Up to Community Survey Presentation Memorandum
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Follow-up to Community Survey Presentation Memorandum
Workforce Housing Support by Age and Neighborhood
Bus Service by Neighborhood
Direction by Age Comments
Appendix: Open -Ended Comments
TOV Community Survey Final Results 2016
TOWN OF VAIP
July 5, 2016 - Page 34 of 433
TOWN OF
Memorandum
To: Vail Town Council
From: Suzanne Silverthorn, Community Information
Date: July 5, 2016
Subject: Follow-up to Community Survey Presentation
BACKGROUND
On June 21, 2016, Town Council reviewed results from the 2016 biennial Community Survey
as well as a separate survey distributed to local employers and employees. Both surveys were
conducted in spring 2016 by RRC Associates. During the presentation, Town Council members
were shown a link - rrcinteractive.squarespace.com/tov - that provides an ability to
instantaneously sort and view the hundreds of written comments in a series of categories to
help identify additional themes and areas of improvement. In addition, there was a request by
Town Council to access additional information from the community survey which is attached.
Staff will be sifting through the written comments and will prepare a document to acknowledge
and address the ideas and suggestions offered by the respondents.
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF TOWN COUNCIL
Review the follow up materials from the Community Survey and determine if future discussions
are of interest as additional follow up.
III. ATTACHMENTS
Workforce Housing Support by Age + Neighborhood
Bus Service by Neighborhood
Direction by Age Comments
Appendix Open -Ended Comments
TOV Community Survey Final Results
July 5, 2016 - Page 35 of 433
TOWN OF VAIL COMMUNITY SURVEY 2016
Final Results
Work force housing opportunity ratings
Overall
Under 35
Respondent Age
35.44 45.54 55.64
65 or older
East Vail
Booth Falls and
Bald Mountain
Road areas
Booth
Creek/Aspen
Lane
Golf Course
Vail Village
Location of Residence in Vail
Potato Patch,
Lionshead Sandstone
Buffehr Creek,
Lionsridge, the
Valley
Vail
CommonslSafew West Vail (north Matlerhorn, Glen
ay area of 170) Lyon
Intermountain
Not a resident of
the town of Vail
Other
1 -Not at all supportitve
22%
20%
16%
15%
24%
28%
28%
50%
38%
27%
25%
15%
15%
25%
24%
33%
19%
13%
Permitting increased density
in limited locations
2
Mr
221.
26%
22%
16%
10%
13%
20%
42%
33%
W 25%
25%
22%
10%
29%
or
circumstances
3
30%
39%
26%
31%
34%
31%
33%
20%
100%
38%
33%
17%
24%
25%
13%
30%
19%
24%
63%
4 -Very supportive
27%
20%
32%
33%
26%
24%
21%
20%
13%
20%
17%
27%
35%
38%
24%
38%
29%
100%
13%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
1001/6
1001/6
100%
100%
100%
100%
1001/1
100%
100%
100%
Average
2.6
2.6
2.7
2.8
2.6
2.5
2.5
2.1
3.0
2.3
2.5
2.3
2.6
2.8
2.6
2.5
2.6
2.6
4.0
2.8
n =
365
41
50
55
100
89
86
10
1
8
15
12
33
20
8
46
21
21
1
8
1 -Not at all supportitve
18%
12%
9%
14%
26%
21%
21%
30%
25%
13%
8%
15%
20%
13%
17%
26%
29%
13%
Requiring a contribution to
workforce housing as a
for
2
14%
5%
15%
18%
14%
14%
16%
30%
7%
33%
18%
10%
13%
9%
26%
14%
condition new or
expanded residential
development
3
27%
29%
19%
30%
29%
35%
31%
10%
100%
50%
33%
25%
30%
20%
38%
28%
22%
29%
63%
4 -Very supportive
40%
54%
57%
38%
32%
30%
31%
30%
25%
47%
33%
36%
50%
38%
47%
26%
29%
100%
25%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
Average
2.9
3.2
3.2
2.9
2.7
2.7
2.7
2.4
3.0
2.8
3.1
2.8
2.9
3.0
3.0
3.0
2.5
2.6
4.0
3.0
n =
ill
41
54
56
98
91
86
10
1
8
15
12
33
20
8
47
23
21
1
8
1 -Not at all supportitve
8%
8%
9%
14%
6%
8%
8%
13%
8%
16%
5%
2%
23%
15%
Increasing the requirement
for contributing to work force
housing
2
15%
13%
6%
20%
17%
15%
15%
40%
29%
33%
6%
20%
10%
5%
30%
as a condition
imposed on developers in
the town (note
3
28%
28%
21%
25%
38%
23%
33%
30%
14%
33%
17%
31%
10%
50%
36%
23%
25%
67%
4 -Very supportive
50%
53%
64%
41%
39%
54%
44%
30%
100%
57%
53%
42%
47%
65%
50%
52%
50%
30%
100%
33%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.2
3.3
3.4
2.9
3.1
3.2
3.1
2.9
4.0
3.3
3.3
2.9
3.1
3.4
3.5
3.4
3.0
2.7
4.0
3.3
n =
371
40
53
56
98
92
86
10
1
7
15
12
32
20
8
50
22
20
2
9
1 -Not at all supportitve
13%
21%
21%
7%
12%
9%
8%
11%
14%
8%
15%
15%
14%
18%
43%
9%
Permitting required housing
to be built down -valley,
2
12%
14%
17%
13%
10%
13%
11%
22%
36%
17%
6%
15%
14%
13%
50%
14%
outside current town
boundaries
3
32%
30%
23%
46%
31%
29%
40%
11%
57%
7%
42%
32%
5%
29%
33%
19%
55%
57%
4 -Very supportive
43%
35%
40%
33%
48%
49%
40%
56%
100%
43%
43%
33%
47%
65%
43%
36%
38%
36%
50%
29%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.1
2.8
2.8
3.1
3.1
3.2
3.1
3.1
4.0
3.4
2.8
3.0
3.1
3.2
3.0
2.9
2.5
3.2
3.0
3.1
no
363
43
53
54
94
92
84
9
1
7
14
12
34
20
7
45
21
22
2
7
3
36%
50%
100%
67%
100%
50%
100%
Other
4Very supportive
64%
50%
100%
100%
33%
100%
50%
100%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.6
3.5
3.0
4.0
4.0
3.3
4.0
3.0
3.5
4.0
3.0
no
11
2
1
2
3
3
3
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
2
0
1
0
1
27 Jun 16
Source: RRC Associates
July 5, 2016 - Page 36 of 433 Page 1
TOWN OF VAIL COMMUNITY SURVEY 2016
Final Results
Bus service ratings
Overall
East Vail
Booth Falls and
Bald Mountain
Road areas
Booth
Creek/Aspen
Lane
Golf Course
Vail Village
Location of Residence in Vail
Potato Patch,
Lionshead Sandstone
Buffehr Creek,
Lionsridge, the
Valley
Vail
Commons/Safew West Vail (north
ay area of 170)
Matterhorn, Glen
Lyon
Intermountain
Not a resident of
the town of Vail
Other
1 -Not at All Satisfied
1 %
1%
3%
3%
1%
4%
2
3%
3%
5%
7%
4%
3%
15%
4%
Frequency of in -town shuttle
3
16%
13%
9%
33%
13%
16%
3%
16%
14%
15%
21%
24%
7%
25%
22%
4
32%
30%
41%
33%
33%
25%
28%
26%
34%
31%
24%
24%
38%
25%
43%
5 -Very Satisfied
48%
53%
45%
33%
47%
59%
69%
51%
46%
38%
51%
53%
55%
50%
26%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.2
4.3
4.3
4.0
4.2
4.4
4.7
4.2
4.2
3.9
4.2
4.3
4.5
4.3
3.8
n =
744
157
22
3
15
44
29
74
35
13
90
34
42
4
23
1 -Not at All Satisfied
1%
5%
1%
5%
2
2%
2%
5%
1%
3%
4%
Cleanliness of buses
3
15%
10%
17%
33%
18%
14%
10%
13%
9%
8%
16%
14%
15%
23%
4
37%
43%
38%
67%
53%
27%
26%
41%
42%
54%
26%
38%
38%
50%
41%
5 -Very Satisfied
46%
45%
46%
29%
50%
65%
45%
48%
38%
57%
46%
43%
50%
32%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.3
4.3
4.3
3.7
4.1
4.1
4.5
4.3
4.4
4.3
4.4
4.3
4.2
4.5
4.0
n =
769
166
24
3
17
44
31
76
33
13
92
37
47
4
22
1 -Not at All Satisfied
4%
7%
5%
7%
3%
16%
1 %
14%
2
8%
4%
29%
5%
10%
4%
8%
5%
17%
8%
7%
Frequency of outlying
service
3
24%
21%
29%
36%
30%
18%
12%
16%
20%
27%
19%
50%
36%
4
30%
23%
33%
100%
29%
10%
36%
43%
32%
62%
35%
10%
42%
29%
5 -Very Satisfied
35%
45%
33%
55%
45%
31%
32%
31%
39% 1
47%
31%
50%
14%
TOTAL
00%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100
Average
3.8
3.9
3.9
4.0
2.9
4.2
4.3
3.9
3.6
4.2
4.0
3.9
3.9
4.0
3.2
n=
573
140
21
2
14
20
11
58
25
13
75
30
36
2
1
1 -Not at All Satisfied
2%
2%
3%
1%
3%
4%
5%
2
4%
2%
4%
7%
3%
3%
7%
4%
11%
6%
5%
Bus driver courtesy
3
12%
8%
9%
33%
13%
21%
10%
9%
9%
9%
16%
17%
19%
4
30%
28%
39%
33%
31%
16%
26%
32%
30%
47%
24%
30%
27%
25%
29%
5 -Very Satisfied
52%
60%
48%
33%
56%
56%
65%
56%
55%
47%
62%
41%
46%
75%
43%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.3
4.4
4.3
4.0
4.4
4.2
4.5
4.4
4.3
4.3
4.4
3.9
4.0
4.8
4.0
n =
763
166
23
3
16
43
31
77
33
15
89
37
48
4
21
27 Jun 16
Source: RRC Associates
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TOWN OF VAIL COMMUNITY SURVEY 2016
Final Results
Bus service ratings
Overall
East Vail
Booth Falls and
Bald Mountain
Road areas
Booth
Creek/Aspen
Lane
Golf Course
Vail Village
Location of Residence in Vail
Potato Patch,
Lionshead Sandstone
Buffehr Creek,
Lionsridge, the
Valley
Vail
Commons/Safew West Vail (north
ay area of 170)
Matterhorn, Glen
Lyon
Intermountain
Not a resident of
the town of Vail
Other
1 -Not at All Satisfied
1 %
3%
2%
5%
2
3%
8%
50%
4%
4%
owl17%
2%
9%
Atmosphere/sense of safety
on buses
3
15%
16%
8%
6%
13%
10%
8%
9%
8%
18%
14%
19%
23%
4
33%
30%
29%
50%
47%
22%
19%
36%
44%
46%
26%
25%
35%
25%
32%
5 -Very Satisfied
48%
53%
54%
41%
60%
68%
52%
47%
46%
53%
44%
44%
75%
32%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.2
4.4
4.3
3.0
4.2
4.4
4.5
4.4
4.4
4.4
4.3
4.0
4.2
4.8
3.8
n =
766
167
24
2
17
45
31
77
32
13
90
36
48
4
22
1 -Not at All Satisfied
1%
1%
3%
4%
2
2%
2%
4%
2%
3%
3%
1%
11%
Dependability of bus service
3
9%
5%
8%
7%
5%
7%
6%
6%
9%
8%
10%
13%
4
31%
25%
40%
100%
40%
21%
37%
26%
33%
54%
33%
17%
25%
35%
5 -Very Satisfied
58%
67%
48%
53%
71%
53%
65%
58%
46%
57%
64%
65%
100%
48%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.4
4.6
4.3
4.0
4.5
4.6
4.4
4.5
4.4
4.5
4.5
4.3
4.5
5.0
4.2
n =
760
166
25
3
15
42
30
77
33
13
89
36
48
3
23
1 -Not at All Satisfied
6%
6%
4%
7%
2%
3%
5%
6%
7%
16%
7%
10%
2
12%
14%
13%
50%
7%
10%
6%
8%
6%
15%
13%
22%
18%
10%
Level of crowding on buses
3
32%
31%
35%
20%
39%
23%
28%
12%
38%
37%
22%
27%
75%
52%
4
34%
34%
26%
50%
40%
29%
45%
38%
48%
38%
29%
32%
29%
24%
5 -Very Satisfied
1 16%
15%
22%
27%
20%
23%
21%
27%
8%
13%
8%
20%
25%
5%
TOTAL
0%
100%
100%
100%
0
1
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.4
3.4
3.5
3.0
3.7
3.5
3.8
3.6
3.8
3.4
3.3
2.9
3.4
3.5
3.0
n=
161
23
15
41
13
89
37
45
4
21
27 Jun 16
Source: RRC Associates
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QA Would you say that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right direction, or
have they gotten off on the wrong track?
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Direction
Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Right
18-24
1 personally work for the TOV in the Summer and have agreat crew who knows
about Vail and cares about how it looks. There is rarely trash and the trash crew
does a great job!
Right
18-24
The town of Vail is always kept to a very high standard and its employees are
always very curtious. I have always had a great impression of Vail as a town and
not so much as a ski resort.
Right
25-34
As a seasonal vacation destination it is essential for our town to be ever
evolving and moving forward.
Right
25-34
excited about new housing being built in west vail
Right
25-34
Good events, good new development (chamonix), more environmentally
thoughtful council (gore creek restoration etc)
Right
25-34
Great events, no plastic bags, underpass
Right
25-34
1 enjoy living in Vail and overall the Town seems to be heading in the right
direction.
Right
25-34
1 feel safe.
Right
25-34
1 get the email updates from town and work with them through another local
government. I always get the impression that the town and its staff are focused,
professional, and doing what is needed.
Right
25-34
1 have seen the conversation about gore creeks water quality take wind. There
is also a lot of initiative for new trails in town - something beneficial for health
and tourism.
Right
25-34
1 know the town of Vail is trying to work on their reputation with locals.
Right
25-34
1 like the ease of recycling, I also like the parks and recreation
Right
25-34
1 see that the town of vail does a lot of things for the community and they keep
the town in good shape, organized, clean.
Right
25-34
1 think the town is in great condition. Lots of parks and community areas. The
shopping and food alternatives are great. Finally it is great to see the town
addressing the housing issue and planning on the Chamonix project going
ahead.
Right
25-34
1 think Vail is doing tremendously well on the foreign marketing. It never ceases
to amaze me how many rich Mexicans pour into this town at Christmas and
over Spring Break. I do worry that Vail is losing American tourism to the other
ski resorts and resort towns.
Right
25-34
I'm not super involved with things as they are progressing with the TOV but I'm
super happy living here. Although, I'm not super excited about the Sandstone
underpass.
Right
25-34
improving facilities to residents, increasing revenue with event traffic
Right
25-34
I've only lived here for 8 mths do far, but very happy
Right
25-34
More businesses.
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Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Right
25-34
One time I lost my license and SOMEHOW someone found it and they called me
to give it back. I still don't know how they got my number or where they found
it. Also, the buses remain free, huge perk. The roads are managed well in the
winter.
Right
25-34
Overall, services are good. Town is taken care of. The one thing I would like to
see is more community focus instead of the main focus being tourists. I
understand that tourism is what keeps the town running and jobs for everyone
but there aren't many community focused events, activities, housing, etc. for
those who aren't wealthy.
Right
25-34
OverallbVail is safe, clean, and friendly. I've had good experiences with the
police and fire department, and while I don't hang out in the village usually, it's
still nice.
Right
25-34
Seemingly lots of projects occurring. Good ski season. Lots of buzz around
family and friends all over the nation just getting to know Vail
Right
25-34
The affordable housing behind shell. Also the gore creek project.
Right
25-34
The community is strong, with a focus on the arts, our natural resources, and a
preserving the beauty of our valley.
Right
25-34
The new development in Chamonix, EverVail, and the new 1-70 crossing are all
needed improvements.
Right
25-34
The things I love about Vail are doing well! TOV bus, library, etc. are all great as
usual.
Right
25-34
The town does a great job of communicating updates to local residents. Keep it
up!
Right
25-34
There are several large events that I have seen grow tremendously in the past
few years. There is more interest in the town and hence generated income
locally.
Right
25-34
There were several upgrades for 2015 and it seems the town is still going in the
upgrade direction. This will keep up with repairs and keep the town up to date.
Right
25-34
They are putting a lot of money into maintaining the town, which allows it to
continue drawing tourism and growing!
Right
25-34
Town always looks so nice, and road work is being done. The town is very well
kept and with the promise of employee housing being built, things will greatly
improve.
Right
25-34
Trying to address issues but still have a lot. Mainly, the i70 noise.
Right
25-34
Vail is always looking to better it's people and community. They have great
community areas and events geared towards all ages.
Right
35-44
Approving Restore the Gore! Vail Trail option Environmental Priorities Booth
Park Open House Great staff Community outreach and open town council
Right
35-44
As a current deed restricted home owner, I am very excited about more
opportunities for locals to live in West Vail, Chamonix parcel in the near future!
This development affords locals the ability to stay in town and raise families
without moving down valley or somewhere else.
Right
35-44
Building affordable housing
Right
35-44
Business has been growing over the last few years.
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Direction
Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Right
35-44
Commitment to the new remodel at the hospital, commitment to address gore
creek issues, and commitment to continuing to work to bring visitors here year-
round seem to all be steps in the right direction with the first two influencing
the third.
Right
35-44
Dealing with issues such as lack of housing and Eagle River.
Right
35-44
Everyone's focus is primarily the same
Right
35-44
Everything looks great and the energy feels good.
Right
35-44
Excited about the Chamonix Development and really hoping to get back to Vail
through this channel. My daughter attends RSES and the commute is tough in
the winter. Have always loved Vail and only moved down valley due to a second
child. Not allowing marijuana shops in Vail is also a HUGE step and I applaud
the decision makers!
Right
35-44
Great events
Right
35-44
Great support of economic development and events.
Right
35-44
housing project in West Vail is a great idea!
Right
35-44
1 believe the town is focusing on the issues at hand, including housing,
economic opportunity and guest satisfaction. While the 'old guard' has a lot to
say (and likes things the way'they used to be'), the town needs to move on
while allowing them to have their say.
Right
35-44
1 love being a Vail resident.
Right
35-44
1 think all of the current projects are incredibly beneficial to our community and
I am grateful for them but parking and employee housing still seem to be an
issue. We are a world class resort that is being affected by the housing market
for employees to live in at affordable rates. Many great members of our
community are moving because they cannot afford housing with their current
income. I don't know how much longer a lowert to middle class will be
sustainable in our community. To remain a world class resort we need good
and qualified candidates for many of the service jobs. The quality of employees
has declined at many of the restaurants and may continue unless more
affordable housing is available for better qualified employees. Realizing that
much of the overflow parking on the frontage roads are guests with passes
from the front range but they take many hours to get here and then have to
park blocks and miles from the resort. I am mostly concerned about safety
issues regarding parking on the frontage road.
Right
35-44
1 think that the Town of Vail is continuing to try their best to be a town, not just
a resort.
Right
35-44
It continues to be a world class destination for high end travelers
Right
35-44
It looks great and you don't seem to worried about spending a ton of money on
updating the park by booth falls
Right
35-44
It seems that they are trying to balance activities and benefits for both tourists
and local families.
Right
35-44
It's beautiful and offers opportunities year round to keep us busy when we are
not hiking, skiing or being active.
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Direction
Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Right
35-44
Leadership seems sound. Good communication
Right
35-44
Moving forward with the Chamonix housing development.
Right
35-44
Much of the recent discussions seem to revolve around hot button
topics/issues facing not only Vail but most mountain communities. As always it
is nice to see Vail taking the lead in development of solutions to these
challenges such as employee housing(Chamonix). I do think we need more
'town wide' focus on business and event development. LE, we need to help
Lionshead feel more like Vail.
Right
35-44
no particular reason
Right
35-44
Overall, things are good and going in the right direction. The biggest issue is
that Vail really isn't a place where families or even young couples can live.
Housing is way too expensive for seasonal employees as well as year round
residents.
Right
35-44
Seems good
Right
35-44
So many fabulous events and we are looking forward to the new construction
to link our rental property in Sandstone more directly to the mountain.
Right
35-44
Strong leadership, continued capital investment, and continued marketing
investment
Right
35-44
Support of year round events
Right
35-44
The Chamonix housing project is much needed. I feel the direction of the town
is dependent on where they settle with pricing for this development. If it's too
high then they are on the wrong track. I think that when they rebuild the other
half of Timber Ridge they need to make sure they replace it with seasonal
housing. Lions Ridge is expensive and not helpful for seasonal staffing needs of
the area.
Right
35-44
The parking problem is getting worse.
Right
35-44
The town had to do what it could to come out of the recession. I feel as though
it succeeded, but now needs to focus and address current problems.
Right
35-44
The town is addressing the housing issue and trying to keep us locals closer.
Right
35-44
The Town is doing a better job I think of addressing housing and environmental
issues with Gore Creek.
Right
35-44
The underpass. Good activities available. Good people working for the town
Right
35-44
Things seem to be getting better with less construction.
Right
35-44
Tourism is up.
Right
35-44
Town continues to care about the community and environment.
Right
35-44
Town development has been positive.
Right
35-44
Town seems to be making headway on it's goals
Right
35-44
Vail continually invests in improving.
Right
35-44
Vail seems to have bounced back from the economic downturn we experienced
a few years ago.
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Direction
Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Right
35-44
Vail Village and Lionshead have become an attraction for visitors as well as
residents and families. The areas are inviting and of course beautiful. It's quite
easy to access by car, bus, or in the summer, bike.
Right
35-44
Vibrant town
Right
35-44
we see improvements in Vail every time we visit, one suggestion regarding
waste disposal. A waste drop of point might be made available for short time
visitors. We as property owners have no way to sign up with a disposal
company for one or two months per year, so waste disposal becomes a
problem.
Right
45-54
After living here for 22 years, things seem to be doing better
Right
45-54
Allocation of funds toward venues used by both locals and tourists such as the
golf course, ford park and the amphitheater is logical.
Right
45-54
Always moving things along. Not just status quo. Reexamine and adjusting
existing services, adding or dropping others as needed.
Right
45-54
Beautiful architecture. Heated pedestrian only streets. Live music.
Right
45-54
Because there are better street signs, trash is picked up, the buses are good,
the vail underpass.
Right
45-54
business owners, some with families, that recognize the need to modernize
some of the towns ways.
Right
45-54
Businesses, events, and the mountain continue attracting people to town. TOV
seems able to finance projects and keep up with necessary services.
Right
45-54
Continued investment in the infrastructure and facilities of the community
(such as new Golf Club House)
Right
45-54
excited about the new employee housing going up and really appreciate the
amenities the town offers
Right
45-54
Glad to see affordable housing on the agenda. Would like to see even more in
the very near future.
Right
45-54
great town council
Right
45-54
1 feel that Vail's growth has been a good thing for the town. The additions to
the town bring in more consumers, which is beneficial for our economy.
Right
45-54
1 know that you have a great town council and am in the fan club several
members. I know they will do good things.
Right
45-54
1 like all of the activities, the lights and the flowers.
Right
45-54
1 like the makeup of the new Town Council except for Kevin Foley who will
forever hate Vail Resorts and is incapable of being objective!
Right
45-54
1 like the on going improvements in town, the guest experience and the overall
message from the Town and the Town Government.
Right
45-54
1 think that the town is focused on maintaining a positive and unique guest
experience and facilitating a business environment that allows us to live in town
and survive.
Right
45-54
1 think the Town of Vail looks to fill 'need times' with different activities and
events that help bring people here. I think they support local events and help
enhance the experience for the guests and locals.
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Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Right
45-54
I'm excited to see the new developments to improve the town i.e. the new Golf
club house, Underpass and Chamonix development.
Right
45-54
I'm glad there are no retail marijuana establishments in Vail and I hope the
Town Council continues to vote against selling it here. The TOV 'street
cleaning' crew is FABULOUS and does an amazing job of clearing snow and then
persistently cleaning up the streets. Whenever I have to leave town and there is
a snowstorm, I always feel safe AS SOON as I get off 170 at one of the Vail exits
as I know the streets will be clear and drive -able! I receive the TOV emails and
they always provide pertinent information in a concise and timely manner. I like
to feel 'in the know' on what is going on Vail and the emails do just that.
Right
45-54
I'm happy to see that Vail continues to bring in fun and prominent events,
during both winter and summer.
Right
45-54
in the right direction for the most part, wrong direction or stagnant in regards
to parking, golf course projects, local school ,housing.
Right
45-54
It's obvious vail government cares
Right
45-54
Just general satisfaction with how things are going
Right
45-54
Little debt,abiliity to invest in infrastructure
Right
45-54
Lots of new development and new underpass.
Right
45-54
Lots to do.
Right
45-54
Love living here, all public service provided is top notch.
Right
45-54
love the bus convenience
Right
45-54
My experience with the Town is that it functions more like private enterprise in
terms of efficiency and healthy democratic representative government at the
same time. Great staff, great boards and volunteers, great collaboration.
Right
45-54
new employee housing appears very well done, the underpass could really
alleviate traffic
Right
45-54
No problems other than screwing the golf course up and the unnecessary round
about being built.
Right
45-54
Not sure about the underpass, other than that, the town is being well
maintained and kept up. The facilities are beautiful and match the surroundings
well. We're all so lucky to live in such a divine place! Development is not being
over done. I wish plans for Ever -Vail were going ahead. I do not however wish
to expand skiable terrain further - no more encroaching on the lynx's territory
and other creatures. I wish we could get a Whole Foods! And the hospital
expansion were going to be done sooner!
Right
45-54
Ongoing capital improvement projects; Entertainment options are good
Right
45-54
Overall, things seemed to be managed in a reasonable way. There are many
issues facing the valley, but it seems to be going ok.
Right
45-54
pricing out of the riff raff/ family focus- kids free art, concerts, farmers market,
nature hikes!
Right
45-54
Responsible decisions, excellent visitor experiences, year round activities and
events
Right
45-54
The attention to affordable housing is positive... hoping it pans out this time.
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Direction
Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Right
45-54
The connection between the town of Vail and Vail resorts
Right
45-54
The roads are well maintained. The bus is great. I was happy to hear a planning
change was made recently that allows duplexes be renovated more easily.
Right
45-54
The Summer marketing campaign has been a great success and Vail is no longer
'seasonal' for tourism and business. The spike for our economy has had an
amazing impact not only on our economy, but our real estate as well. The
landscaping looks wonderful. The events and synchronized bus service is a great
help for those attending and enjoying libations.
Right
45-54
The town isn't broke
Right
45-54
The town of Vail has lots of projects at this time!! I have been to a few council
meetings! Geatjob!! Keep it up!!!
Right
45-54
The updated village feel. The buildings being redone are of the same concept
so they give the village a cohesive feel
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There is a good balance of continual development and upgrades, while at the
same time not loosing the natural beauty of Vail and preserving what is
important.
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They are constantly looking to see how they can improve: i.e. golf course
renovation, various hotel renovation, and Vail Resorts is brining in different
venues during the off season and summer which the town supports through
various bands etc..
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things are looking up, and the potential Ever Vail is exciting
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town has modernized facilities to keep its world class status
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Town is great
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Town is looking for ways to continue thoughtful development as well as be
environmentally conscious.
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Transparency on all things within n the town of Vail
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Underpass finally going in. More activities to draw summer tourists and guests.
Strong fire and police departments. Excellent public services.
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Unfortunately and currently, I'm working in Lake County and have a tough time
keeping up on what is happening. I have hopes for the new council.
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upgrades and focus on the community and guest experience.
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Vail as a resort community seems to be partnering well with Vail Resorts and
large hotels to draw destination visitors to the area. Winter is obviously still
very dominate. I do believe that additional funds/marketing should be directed
to summer events such village adventure events, music festivals, film festivals,
sporting events (like Lacrosse), etc. As the front range population grows it will
be important to market multi -day stays from this close to Vail demographic.
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Vail has weathered the difficulties of the past nine years fairly well. The town is
beloved by its visitors and experiences ups and downs as the economy
fluctuates.
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Vail is making many necessary changes and upgrades to keep us competitive
with other ski towns in the US.
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Age
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Very positive plans for vail Nice community, beautiful town My son goes to red
sandstone
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we love coming to visit and utilize your town amenities in addition to skiing
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We moved here from NJ. There is little to no corruption here and relatively
good transparency. There are diverse sources of revenue for costs. The
schools are good; the town's role in them is not great.
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Working on employee housing which after 20 years still needs to be a
TOPpriority
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You went bag free. Yay!!
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(1) 1 was happy with the new council persons who were elected (relative to
their stated missions/goals) (2) Regarding a current topic, I like the thoughtful
but practical approach to the Gore Creek improvements. FYI, I wish I had more
time and energy to attend council meetings, and hope to in the future.
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All the improvements we have seen are a positive empact on the growth of the
city for local and tourism.
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Always have a great experience when we come there
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always trying to improve
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As a practicing architect in town, I appreciate the effort that the town makes to
keep everyone updated.
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Bringing in events, new business, and activities year round
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Businesses are supported by the various town agencies and departments.
Environmental concern for the creek through town is being addressed. Many
of the problems stem from poor design and planning of previously installed
infrastructure in years past. Trying to address the housing and transportation
issues,
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Continued development and growth of amenities --seemed not to be very
affected by economic downturns. Expansion of the hospital/medical complex is
a plus Diverse options for entertainment and dining
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Continued improvements in the city
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Continuous improvements are much appreciated, as well as the well
landscaped common areas.
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Doing a great job with the clean up of Gore Creek, bringing in more festivals
and events
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everything is good except maybe parking problem, but bus schedules very
accomodating
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Everything runs smooth and efficient compared to where we live in DC Metro
area. !' of snow caused 8 hour delays in rush hour this past winter.
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Feel that things are progressing. But there's still a lot of work to be fine.
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For the most part day to day business and special events are well run.
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Ford Park area and the amphitheater projects look great. The flowers in the
summer and heated areas are a plus. I like that the pathway along the gore
creek is kept shoveled pretty much for walking that could be better behind the
Marriott to Forest Road to Cascade.
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Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
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Generally I like all the changes, but we need more restaurants in town.
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Goals and objectives are clear, and well communicated.
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Godd bus system Good trafic upgrades
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Good economic growth but the infrastructure of roads and parking is now
keeping up with development. Now is the time to limit future development in
the village as the roads are too busy with no parking during peak times.
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Good public safety and basic services
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Good, dedicated professional leadership
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great livable place with terrific community services. You are doing it right!
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How much better could it be?
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1 always find the TOV employees to be very helpful and the services well done.
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1 am pleased with the makeup of the new Town Council. I feel that they
represent the demographics and interests of the local residents.
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1 believe that overall the leadership is sound with voices from the longtime
residents to some of the new folks that have moved to Vail. I believe that all
the town council listens to the residents...
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1 dont see as many t -shirt retail stores
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1 like the communication TOV has with us regarding changes & upcoming
events.
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1 like the new council and think they are handling the issues as well as possible.
The Gore Creek revival is important especially.
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1 like the vision that the town has for its future
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1 like the way the town is getting more events, etc.
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1 see awareness and progress regarding the health of Gore Creek and
opportunities for 'affordable housing' for families who want to be part of this
community - full time / year round.
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1 think in the right direction, offering many cultural events year round for
residents and tourists.
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1 think that (other than parking, and affordable living for workers) Vail looks
good, the appearance of the lighting in the winter and the flowers in the
summer are beautiful, the offerings for entertainment at Vilar and Ford
Amphitheater are excellent and every town has issues, but Vail has worked
hard to make it appealing
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1 think the Town of Vail does an outstanding job of handle its affairs
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1 would say that they are on track more that right or wrong
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If it's not growing its dying.
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Improvements being made to town facilities, restaurants, lodging while still
respecting tight zoning, height restrictions, and maintenance of town's
character.
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Improvements in roads. Providing end of season concerts. Pursuing Vail Resorts
to extend ski season.
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Direction
Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
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In following the Town Council, I believe good decisions are being made for the
betterment of all Vail citizens.
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In general the right direction because of the environmental protection efforts
and these efforts in conjunction with the continuing facelift and updating of
Vail as a premier international, family friendly ski resort. I am concerned for
the small business owner in the face of the massive buildings being constructed
in Lionshead. The Arabelle has removed sunshine from the center - and its a bit
dreary and cold in the shade.
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In general the town is beautifully maintained with quite a few public services.
Compared to the east coast, property taxes are reasonable in light of the
services.
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investment in infrastructure, balance between out of town global and national
visitors and front range/local interests.
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investment in infrastructure, vail resorts performance, cleanliness, growth in
tourism
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Investments in infrastructure
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It's not all right or all wrong. Improvements such as the new underpass are the
right direction. Careful review and planning for new construction is right. Lack
of progress on improved parking is wrong.
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Just moved full time so have little to compare with, but things seem to be well
maintained. I am concerned about employee housing as I have heard
complaints regarding that subject.
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Lots of great projects like the bike trails being developed, affordable housing on
track to develop more local housing opportunities. great development of new
festivals and funding of worthwhile projects like the golf course clubhouse.
one bad one --30M for an underpass with 9M coming from the TOV. Your
kidding me right? you couldn't figure out a better way to spend 9M --or save it
for something that really matters. please! CDOT's 21M is a waste of taxpayer
money, and this project puts inconvenience in it's own category.
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Love Vail although it is getting so expensive to ski and have food on the
mountain.
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Made a lot of improvements for the World Cup.
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Major efforts are being made by the City to make guests to the resort feel
appreciated.
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More and more year round activities. Development is being kept in check - not
too much residential or commercial building being allowed yet improvements
being made in the right areas. Property taxes need to stay controlled as other
living expenses make the valley quite expensive compared to other areas.
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more beautiful every year, great improvements better traffic control in
Lionshead
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More events, different events, great recreational opportunities.
Right
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Need to bow out of housing, regulations that are set are not followed anyway.
Example is the Commons, a lot of those units are rentals. They were supposed
to be owner occupied. Who in forces these regulations? Not sure why we are
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Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
still building more, if not regulated. I would buy one and rent it out forever,
those renting are making big money, buy low, rent high This was not what this
housing was intended for.
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no negative letters to the editor in the daily like there is for avon and eagle-vail
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no problems
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No significant criticisms of current operation
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Nothing is really annoying me, we have some new stuff [golf club house pocket
park, attempts to make parking better, good road clearing though the pm
driver seems to take malicious pleasure in plowing just my driveway in which
kind of defeats the purpose of clearing the roads if i can't get out my driveway -
sorry little rant there.
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Overall is good.
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Overall, the town has improved but still ignores off season for restaurants and
events and the parking is atrocious.
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Overall, Vail seems like it is going in the right direction. It's growing too fast for
my taste, but that is inevitable.
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positive steps for ford park, donovan park, bike paths, bus system and west vail
local housing
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Proactive city management
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Public Safety in both police and fire seems excellent. The bus transportation is
excellent - the employees are friendly and the service is prompt and on time.
The development of new buildings seem well thought out. The city is clean and
people seem happy to visit the area.
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Reasonable and well controlled development. Public transit seems to be
working well.
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Reasonable development sensitive to what makes for a world class resort
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Recent improvements were an enhancement to keeping pace with a changing
resort landscape.
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Retains the feel of a small town
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Safe, Fun, etc..
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Seeing much improvement in facilities and infra structure. Town looks
beautiful.
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Seems to be a good partnership between the town and the resort. Appears to
be a good amount of investment toward building 12 month community.
Biggest problem I see as an outsider is the lack of full time residents. Need
more affordable housing in town rather than all of it down valley.
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seems to continue to improve overall quality of living and visiting the valley
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Sound management. No drama
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Spending money making the town better.
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taking pro active measures such as the Gore Creek Reparation, updating the
Booth Falls playground, trying to develop and design the Chamonix lot and
having public input meetings regarding projects separate from council meetings
are all positive steps.
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Direction
Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Right
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Tax revenues seem to be increasing yet expenditures seem to be conservative.
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THe amount of constructions shows economic growth. Ski mountain seems to
be very well visited. the village continues to be attractive.
Right
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The improvements are great. We are very happy the new golf course
clubhouse is finally underway.
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The improvements in streets, buildings are needed and Vail has done a good
job of directing people around construction.
Right
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The improvements that Vail has made (and continues to make) have added
tremendous value to the community.
Right
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The infrastructure changes in terms of heated walk ways and fountains have
really made the town Iovely.The landscapes are so well cared for and
maintained.
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the TOV has maintained standards for development consistent with its
beginnings
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The town continues to make improvements - constantly enhancing the
experience.
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the town council members truly care about the town.
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the Town Council seems to be listening to the needs of my community. We
have been working on a joint project for over 12 years with the TOV and I trust
that this year we will make some headway
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The town is attracting more visitors and needs to keep up with the demand. At
the same time it's important to keep the quaintness or small town feel.
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The town is keeping up with the luxury development. The town is kept clean
and maintained. The Lionshead garage is a beautiful visitor center.
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The town just keeps getting better and better, thinking about every change
they make and caring about the town and its people. Love how the care about
the people visiting.
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The Town remains fiscally responsible and is increasing efforts in environment,
climate change and sustainability.
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The town seems to be always a step ahead of us, and ahead of other
cities/towns. We like the parks and renovations; constant improvements of
roads; friendly rules; town meetings/picnics; etc. Year round public and free
events are a big draw for us (part time residents) and visitors!
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The town seems to be moving generally in the right direction. The DRB is way
too powerful and over the top. They nit pick just to show you they can. It is
absurd. There are also pockets of junky places the TOV does nothing about, for
example, the shacks on Geneva. The DRB picks at people who are upgrading
their property but the town does nothing about houses that are literally falling
down.
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There is confidence and stability in the leadership of the TOV staff, and a sense
that the new council is thoughtful and not making rash decisions.
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They are improving 1-70 by adding an extra exit. They are redoing Timber Ridge
- long overdue. We have a community garden.
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Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
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Though I would like to see dogs allowed on TOV bus, especially ones that can be
carried.
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THough interesting to hear the current Mayor says that the town basically blew
it with the golf course redesign. From public input through the bid process -
now 6.5 Mill$$ over budget. So maybe a lesson has been learned? Only time
will tell.
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Thoughtful decision making, encouraging public participation, good financial
situaiton
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Town is busy, but things seem to be working.
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town seems stable
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Vail continues to grow and expand in a thoughtful and progressive way (Not too
fast, but not impeding).
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Vail has seen many improvements over the last five years that has improved
the appearance and economic growth.
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Vail is a resort town and should stay that way.
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Vail isn't perfect, but I do believe that when pot use on the slopes is reported to
the police, something should be done. We witnessed a man take a huge hit of
weed and then immediately crashed into an elderly gentleman in the lift line,
injuring him, then laughed in the old man's face and told him he should learn to
ski better. We reported this to the police on the mountain, who said there was
nothing he could do. This is wrong and will end up hurting the image of Vail,
which I don't think anyone wants.
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Very progressive in their thinking
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We always seem to be a leader compared to other ski area towns.
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We are new full town residents after visiting here for 30 years. Vail has grown
tremendously over that period, but still has managed to maintain its welcoming
feel and sense of community.
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We just purchased a residence in Vail last year. We think the town is very well
kept.
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With the major construction done in town, the Golf Courser renovation behind
us and the underpass at west Vail to start this spring the town can go back to
work progressively on housing and parking.
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Yes, but they could be better. We need to somehow limit the amount of Front
Rangers clogging up our roads. The special events are well planned and attract
a good crowd.
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You have a tight grip on development which is always the right approach in the
end.
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1. Quality of the elected officials 2. Physical infrastructure of the Town 3.
Openness of government
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A delight place to spend time relaxing and even working sometimes. Summers
are particularly beautiful.
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All services are provided in a timely fashion and kept up to date
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Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
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All the services are first class and the people who live, work, and play in Vail are
some of the best.
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Always looking to improve
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Attention to infrastructure and creating an environment that is both eco
friendly and entertaining for young and old alike.
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balance growth with the environment and experience
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Community needs are being met in a timely manner.
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Council and staff are open to new ideas and input
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council is making wise decisions, we follow the vail daily for updates
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Environmental awareness and proactive planning
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Everything that has been done has been a change for the better in a quality
way.
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Generally going in right direction. There are some areas for improvement.
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Generally I support the development in Vail but I'm concerned that things like
bike trails will not be completed and I think they should be.
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generally the right direction. Not sure I approve of the location of the
underpass on the North Frontage Road. Don't approve of the upgrade proposal
for The Vail Trail.
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Good atmosphere for visitors. Renovations and updates are a plus.
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Good management and council
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Government functions improving, environmentally conscious.
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Great design of town of Vail, instilled employee attitude of 'what can we do to
make your stay better', cultural events that are equal to cities much larger,
concerned attitude of preserving 'the Valley'
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Great transportation system. Great all year round activities.
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Happy with recent decision concerning plastic grocery bags.
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Have some progressive projects going and trying to address housing issues. At
the same time, I would like to see some 'affordable' food options in Vail proper.
Bringing in affordable housing for families, and wanting to attract more of them
in Vail and still evolving to more and more expensive 'living', eating, etc appears
to be self-defeating.
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1 fell that the Vail government is approachable and committed to making the
Vail experience positive and the village clean and the streets well maintained,
as is the parks
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1 have been here for 42 years and it has way improved since then!!!
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1 like that Vail is going through a gradual facelift of the Village & Lion's Head
areas. This look fresher today that ten years back. I also notice things like the
underpass, and the new affordable housing on the north side of West Vail. It
takes a lot of commitment to keep the town looking fresh and to stay ahead of
local traffic issues, 1-70 traffic issues, and all the promotions to keep tourist
dollars in Vail.
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1 like what the is doing but don't like what the mountain is doing
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Direction
Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
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In general the right direction but the population is getting tax -weary.
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It is a vibrant town with many services and amenities
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Maintaining the high standards that Vail is know for while adding additional
attractions to encourage more visitors.
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my taxes have not increased significantly. the roads, streets, and services are
adequate,
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No complaints
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Not standing still. Making moves to accommodate parking and traffic patterns
can go a long way to making an extremely confined space accessible to more.
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People like to live here. Vail has a good atmosphere for families with children
as well as older, possibly retired people. There are of course issues which
perhaps I will be able to comment on later in the survey.
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Pretty Satisfied with things overall
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public transportation system is working efficiently. Town wifi is satisfactory.
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Quality of life is generally good. Fiscal management is responsible. Amenities
and infrastructure are in good repair. Town services are excellent.
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Realize the need for changes based on economics of area, visitor needs, so
many second home owners, county is really fed by Vail...
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Right direction but have concerns. I believe that the TOV is more concerned
about Vail Resorts and other businesses not the residents.
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Right direction with government & services. Wrong direction regarding
underpass - who needs this? Why is there no master plan for West Vail North?
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snow removal is always on time
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starting to focus on housing issues
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The mere conduct of this survey speaks volumes about the excellent health of a
town that cares to ask.
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The new council members all have an economic stake in what happens in the
community, and should be able to lead a balanced growth that is NOT slanted
toward the 'rich' retiree -interest.
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The overall experience of being in Vail (all four seasons) is without equal.
Right
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The TOV has competent, intelligent people working in both planning and
execution aspects.
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The TOV provides essential services to full and part-time residents, business
owners, guests, and workers by reinvesting in the community and updating the
infrastructure.
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The Town Council is doing an acceptable job of managing the Town affairs. I
think the new 1-70 underpass is a HUGE waste of money, but that's not the
current Council's fault. I'm anxious for the new golf clubhouse !
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The town feels great to be in, walk around, shop, eat
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The Town has remained fiscally responsible and needs to stay on that track.
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The town is rebuilding and modernizing. The renovation to the Wall St building
is a good example of that. I am however unclear about the justification for the
new tunnel under 1-70. 1 am also impressed by the number of special events
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Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
that are run by the Vail Valley Foundation. Those year round events certainly
increase the number of visitors to the town and the county, which in turn
increases local business revenue. I do wish there was a solution to the lack of
parking in the core.
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The town of Vail looks and feels better with more and better restaurants, nicer
hotel facilities and an overall better sense of community.
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There are plenty of activities available which appeal to a wide range of people.
Lots of special events to draw outsiders.
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There seems to be a reasonable balance between doing good things to develop
the town and make it more exciting without breaking a reasonable spending
level.
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TOV is fiscally healthy, a great place to visit, great place to be.
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town council knows the town well and for the most part gets feed back from
the residents.
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Town is looking forward better than it used to. Also, think Community
Development office is much better as well.
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Town is well run and managed.
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Town is well run and seems to be in harmony with the needs of the residents
and VR
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Town keeps updating (Lionshead entrance, hospital upgrade, new underpass.
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Town seems to be organized, efficient and working well with locals/VR/shop
owners/tourists
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Town seems to be supporting businesses and trying to improve the guest
experience while balancing owner resident needs.
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upgrading of town facilities, more bike paths
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Vail Resorts owns the town government.
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We have had an extremely positive recovery from the great recession. We
need to keep our eye on the ball so that we continue this trend.
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we have owned property in vail since 1966. lots of changes. retail and
resturants are great. little conveniences are lacking like the Rucksack used to
have for basics. it was a great store. mountain amazing but really expensive
w/o a pass. a welcome center/info, not the one up the mountain of stairs,
would be great in the village. if there i missed it for years. i love vail in every
season.
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We need to keep making improvements in our community, but we need to do it
the right way.
Right
65-74
We see improvement each time we visit.
Right
75 or older
Always great response to city services...... Overall Planning
Right
75 or older
Been here over 30 years and I feel safe and proud to live here.
Right
75 or older
Better free parking for people coming in to shop or lunch. More support of
local arts organizations, art in public spaces, the gardens.
Right
75 or older
continually improving the town
Right
75 or older
Everything is good!
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Direction
Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Right
75 or older
Focus on the citizen. Keep up the good work!!
Right
75 or older
Generally right direction, but reaching decisions takes much to long
Right
75 or older
Great destination for our large family. Multiple activities. Great ambiance. Very
friendly. Great services.
Right
75 or older
Having first visited Vial in 1995, almost the beginning, I have seen the amazing
progress made over the last 50+ years. The town is very accommodating to non
skiers then ever before. That's important as I believe most wife's over 40 don't
ski. Nothing for them to do means the family goes elsewhere. We need more
retail to drive down commercial rates to entice a more interesting selection of
stores. rates are so high that only Galleries, Fur Shops and Tee Shirt shops can
thrive.
Right
75 or older
I have been very pleased with the upkeep of the whole Vail area. Roads well
kept... amenities expanding Mountain always improving, if that is possible!!!!
Excellent attitude of all staff ... very welcoming and helpful in all ways
Right
75 or older
New younger council Members - maybe a tilt towards young families
Right
75 or older
New Younger town Counsil members.Better communication with full time and
part time residence.
Right
75 or older
No big contriversies
Right
75 or older
Quality improvements continue. New, younger Council is good.
Right
75 or older
Summer and winter programs to draw old and new guests to town.
Right
75 or older
The economy seems to be improving in Colorado resort areas and Vail seemss
to going along with this trend.
Right
75 or older
Town Councilors reasonably sensitive to the beautiful natural resources,
scenery around us. Much of staff very sensitive. Elected officials sometimes
struggle to balance competing economic interest in ever-expanding tourist use
of area with limits of capacity without abuse of natural resources.
Right
75 or older
'Vail' is wonderful and has amazing skiing. The TOV does try to do the best job
they can in a place that is a bit difficult to say the least.
Right
75 or older
Vail seems quiet, clean, and well run. Vail's planning department is a bit of a
pain.
Right
75 or older
You are trying to stay ahead of the deteriorating older properties in town.
Upgrading Ford Park and Golf Course clubhouse.
Right
Always looking at ways to improve.
Right
Always up kept, roads plowed well
Right
Amenities Commercial real estate Access Mountain upgrades
Right
Building local housing is a positive
Right
Bus service Safety Cleanliness Summer flowers
Right
Business is more consistent in off seasons, prime season business in summer
and winter is very good, housing options can still be improved for working class
Right
Business still growing, tourism still growing, now year round
Right
Change, growth, attraction .... I feel these are all among the first priorities of
TOV, and this is a large part why i continue to live here.
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Direction
Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Right
Continued improvements and general concern for environment, safety and fun
atmosphere.
Right
Continued positive growth
Right
Continuing to improve infrastructure, a.low building, improve traffic flow which
is what is needed to compete in travel destination trips
Right
Cultural events, year round activities
Right
Development and key infrastructure is necessary to keep the town vibrant and
competitive in the global market.
Right
Everything looks great. There is a trend of continuing improvement.
Right
excited to see more housing coming online especially the West Vail project.
Very exciting!
Right
Generally in the right direction however I am not so sure about the underpass. I
also worry about overbuilding and I see no reason for EverVail, I am strongly
against it.
Right
Good sales tax revenues; Good relationship with VR and business community;
Proactive with infrastructure
Right
Good, attentive governance that takes the time to consider the views and
needs of residents.
Right
Great customer service and environment. Other then the over charged parking
and lift tickets well done
Right
Have lived here since 1973......... the 'village' experience was fun but I so
appreciate 'BRAVO', Vail Symposium, Safeway, City Mkt., our awesome
libraries, Teva ( GO PRO ) games, Gourmet on the Gore & of course the
Farmer's Mkt on SundaysHM
Right
I am a 50+ year valley resident (with a 7 year sebatical, and returning 2.5 yrs.
ago). I worked for the TOV as a Vail Host the first summer I returned because I
wanted to be acquainted with the changes that occurred in my absence. It was
all terrific! Summer tourists were all excited about being here, as I was years
ago! Great fun job! -- couldn't continue working the following season due to
unexpected health issue.
Right
I enjoy the care that Vail is taking to give it's residents a positive experience. All
the amenities, including the library, the post office, the parks are 'right on'.
Right
I feel that it's more than a ski resort. It's a real livable town with great facilities
for young children and adults.
Right
I felt that Vail really'grew up' for this last World Cup. I thought it was very
exciting and just the right balance between 'village' fun and a global multi-
media event. Nice going!
Right
I generally agree the Town is headed in the right direction by allowing new and
redevelopment. The Town should be using taxpayer money for employee
housing and not pretend its only a development related issue which it is not.
You need to make trade-offs with developers to obtain employee housing or
dollars in lieu. West Vail and Matterhorn has been ignored for too long and
needs to be redeveloped.
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Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Right
I like sense of community. Community improvements provide nice ambiance. I
am happy about new underpass.
Right
I see government d things taking place - like the new pickleball center planned
for the summer of 2016
Right
I see increased awareness and progress concerning the health of Gore Creek
and opportunities for 'affordable housing'.
Right
I see more involvement from all the departments, including the police, the fire
department, the town, etc.
Right
I think in the right direction what with building affordable housing in the town
of Vail to hopefully keep families with children in the town. RSES is our only
local public school, we need to make sure it stays!
Right
I think that vail is headed in the right track when it comes to being a great
place. Transportation is on point the only think I would change is cost of living.
Right
I think the amenities and activities get better and better. But there is a
crowding problem -- can become a real problem if not worked on
Right
I think Vail does an outstanding job of managing it's affair's.
Right
Identifying and responding to the issues that plague our valley - parking and
affordable housing. Thank you for not sweeping them under the rug. The
town continues to always put its best foot forward in offering the best
experience for our local residents and guests from athletic events to cultural
offerings.
Right
improvements to ford park, donovan park, bike paths, bus system and west vail
employee housing project
Right
Infrastructure is well cared for, the Village is tidy, the information people are
friendly, new employee housing looks good. Chamonix is coming along.
However, it is too bad the town is always a construction site. And, it is going to
get worse when 1-70 underpass is built and when the East Vail truck stop is
enlarged. Also, our neighborhood park is being redesigned and will be a
construction site until Fall 2016. Happily I will miss it all because I spend April
to October out of town.
Right
it is still thankfully, a good place to live.
Right
It's a clean safe pleasant place to live!
Right
It's Certainly not the'old' Vail, but I guess we have to go with the flow I'm
concerned however that hotel/motel pricing of a 'reasonable range' is getting,
(now past) what is affordable for the 'average Joe'
Right
It's lovely.
Right
Leadership seems sound
Right
Leadership seems sounds, decisions well thought out.
Right
Love it here.
Right
Love the way Vail is growing. Newly remodeled buildings in town are nice.
Right
Modestly proactive But slightly behind public need for cultural center.
Right
more summer activities
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Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Right
Most of the infrastructure improvements made over the years are going in the
right directions. However, if it continues that way (more asphalt and big
entrances), the town might loose its charm and character
Right
My family has had a second home in Vail since the 70s. I like the positive
changes I've seen especially in Lionshead in the last 15 years. Growth without
a change to the core feel of what the community is all about
Right
Need to do something about all the traffic parked on sides of roads. Very
dangerous!
Right
New council and mayor more representative of the working/ business owning
community.
Right
New council has the opportunity to balance the needs of the rich retirees with
the needs of those of us who are still earning a living, trying to raise families,
etc. Since most are 'normal' people who are invested in the community as a
place to live, work, and play, this can hopefully result in a better balance.
Right
New projects, upgrades, and record sales tax.
Right
Nice town, well run, with year'round activities.
Right
no reason to feel negative
Right
programs offered throughout the year
Right
Right direction, the new construction is good except there still needs to be
affordable housing to make up for the shortage caused by Timber
Ridge/Lionsridge. It made the already bad situation worse.
Right
Safe place to live, public services are great, quick response when an emergency
arise. clean place and facilities very convenient.
Right
Some things such as updating booth falls playground, gore creek mitigation,
single stream recycle, while I don't really agree because it is not as viable as
dual stream, housing, are things that need to be done to keep Vail moving
forward.
Right
Streets in better condition, traffic flow better, appearance of the Village clean
and organized.
Right
The arts and athletics are fantastic.
Right
The newsletter and on-line permitting.
Right
The town has begun to initiate some long term plans that will improve our
quality of life.
Right
The town is looking to implement employee housing for people that work here.
The fire department is beginning to recieve funding for the staffing needed.
There is a ways to go but it is getting there.
Right
The town looks good. There is a lot of activity. Special events.
Right
They are keeping the town competitive.
Right
Things are planned well in advance.
Right
TOV good transportation, road conditions are kept well. Infrastructure of town
seems to support the needs of the community.
Right
TOV has wonderful resources, provides guests with an experience in all seasons
to be remembered, and is a great place to visit and to live.
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Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Right
TOV seems to have so much money in its pockets with continual improvements
being made that everything seems to be going just fine.
Right
Town is beautiful. There is a reason people vacation here.
Right
Vail continues to be a place where people want to come to.
Right
Vail continues to invest in town infrastructure and amenities.
Right
Vail continues to make significant improvements to the town and the
mountain.
Right
Vail has done an effective job of handling growth while at the same time
retaining its unique character and feel.
Right
Vail is always clean, very well manicured and roads are well marked and
cleaned during winter months
Right
Vail is always improving as well as looking for ways to keep the 'small town'
feel.
Right
Vail is the best. Our economy is going strong and I love all the events.
Right
We do not spend a lot of time there so my answers are not very educated, but
from observation, the town seems to strike a good balance between
development/improvement and conservation. Services are excellent.
Affordable housing obviously a problem, but not an easy one to address.
Right
with the exception of the decision to do the golf course project I believe things
are going in the right track. I strongly believe the intention of the land by the
previous owner was open space and it's past use .... not a huge facility that is
being constructed. I understand how the lawsuit progressed, however I feel
the decision to move forward was short sighted and convenient to not respect
the past requests.
Right
Your officials seem proactive in most areas except Housing. You need to offer
homes for lower income folks.
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25-34
0 foresight into our housing dilemma. We need affordable homes and have
nothing. It's pathetic that we can't figure this out. I think we need to invest
more money into our town offices making it desirable and affordable to make
the town of vail government jobs desirable to attract the right talent to help fix
our housing dilemma. Also - and I have no idea how we candor anything about
this... We have to figure out the Airbnb and flipped dilemma.
Wrong
25-34
Constantly growing size of town of vail workforce. Parking issues seem to be an
issue of, 'how can we make more money', not how can we help locals park in
town.
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25-34
Families are being pushed away from town, due to high price, rent, mortgage,
gas, groceries, pre-school and school fees, which are higher then anywhere
else. Feel like town is directed towards the tourist and resort business and 'rich
crowd' no place for middle / working class.
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25-34
Housing prices are unrealistic for year round residents who work in the valley.
The little people like myself are what make this town what it is and I don't want
to get pushed out. Parking has improved somewhat in the past couple years,
however, instead of using our limited space to build more mansions, consider
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other parking options. Maybe another garage, or lot. I hear multiple complaints
from guests about parking everyday.
Wrong
25-34
Housing situation and prices for a resort, seasonal town are ridiculous( for year
around residents)
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25-34
1 believe that The Town of Vail is becoming overcrowded and losing it's charm.
Wrong
25-34
1 feel that Vail doesn't care about there locals.
Wrong
25-34
1 feel the towns focus has been more on tourism and less on the locals. If town
and the mountain continue to become more overcrowded and expensive I feel
locals will be pushed out
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25-34
1 personally feel like vail has turned into frickin Disney land.
Wrong
25-34
It is upsetting that nothing that is not owned by Vail Resorts can survive. There
is no way to survive in the town working if you are not part of the resort. The
housing is completely un -affordable.
Wrong
25-34
Local working people can't afford to live in Vail No one can afford to live and
work in Vail. Most houses constructed in the 70's & 80's were done poorly with
bad design, layout, no storage, no garage. The town has encouraged multi unit
density developments and or gigantic expensive homes over building things
people can live in and afford. You can't buy a home with a garage for less than
1.7 mil and with average wages who can afford that? Night life and lack of bars
and young people living in Vail makes going out in Vail lame. Just about every
restaurant is an over price steak and seafood restaurant lacking quality. The
town and the resort have focused so much of their marketing efforts on
attracting foreigner visitors to buy homes that most homes are vacant or
rentals so there is no sense of community. Town projects to improve or build
things don't get done in a timely manor.
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25-34
Not very local friendly for housing, public transport, parking, etc. I will never
be able to afford living here comfortably unfortunately due to the high costs.
Wrong
25-34
Prices are way too high, Vail is greedy. Still not very many affordable places to
live
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25-34
The new council is making a turn around with support of staff recommended
environmental initiatives, housing, and community resources, but it is a large
ship and will be slow to turn the pace of Vail towards a purely second -home
owner, short term rental, rich enclave that is forcing the development of
bedroom communities further and further down valley.
Wrong
25-34
There is an excessive focus on exclusivity and wealth with reduced appreciation
for residents. I am not referring to ski lift operator or other seasonal
employees when I say residents, rather I mean the people working middle and
upper -middle employment facets within the valley. These people like the
majority of hospitality and medical staff are given little appreciation for the
essential role they play in ensuring Vail is the season ski mecca the town
promotes itself as.
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25-34
There seems to be a bit of an identity crisis going on in Vail. TOV and VRI
obviously do not get along and I believe that is beginning to impact the guest
experience. Outside of business, I have also tried to participate in the town
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Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
housing lottery and my wife and I received such horribly disrespectful
treatment from the person we dealt with that I now refuse to move to the TOV
as I do not wish to subject ourselves to residency in a place where the public
servants are condescending and rude.
Wrong
25-34
We wont ticket tourists because that would be mean even though they take up
3 spaces in the structure. The new softball fields came out less than desirable.
Are we ever going to get a sky bridge from Matterhorn to the grocery store?!?
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25-34
You make $11 million on parking alone. Locals are often overlooked when it
comes to housing, jobs and transportation. It's ridiculous that I can't park my
car overnight after a night of going out for some drinks. I'm a school teacher
and will never be able to afford anything here other than a 900 sq ft apartment.
Your mountain is a construction zone throughout the summer to cater to those
who don't live here and to make more and more money.
Wrong
35-44
Becoming too busy to feel exclusive
Wrong
35-44
Catering to uber wealthy and not taking care of residents and employees
Wrong
35-44
Empty store fronts and a lack of affordable bars and restaurants are
unappealing to locals and tourists alike. Spending millions to create an
underpass that will save people 5 minutes in the car is wasteful.
Wrong
35-44
Geared more towards our guests and second home owners rather than our
primary residents. The employees and small business can afford to live and
operate in proper vail.
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35-44
1 think the the situation with pay and housing are really bad.
Wrong
35-44
i70 is overbearingly loud almost every hour of the day. Any sort of barrier could
help.. From Trees or berms on the simple side to Covering it or building an
underground tunnel.. Which seems like an ideal plan.
Wrong
35-44
Lions Ridge was supposed to be affordable housing. There is nothing affordable
about it. I was supposed to be for working families but all the working families I
know that inquired about living there could not afford to do so.
Wrong
35-44
Locals are not living in the Vail. The housing is not affordable and locals are
being pushed down valley. Its loosing its community appeal
Wrong
35-44
Miss concerts at ford park and the town makes the event process too much of a
struggle. There are double standards.
Wrong
35-44
no where for people that work in Vail to live.
Wrong
35-44
Not really sure who Vail is trying to attract here. We need more affordable
housing and less Million plus dollar homes.
Wrong
35-44
real estate market prices out year-round working class families.
Wrong
35-44
The population is growing, yet the town is not adjusting for it.
Wrong
35-44
The town and its constituents are too heavily influenced by the financial
interests of Vail Resorts. In the past, this relationship was more mutually
beneficial. That relationship has shifted to a parasitic one where the
corporation enjoys benefits that the town and its residents miss out on. One
need only look at the steady reports of record profits to shareholders while the
town remains with the problem of housing cheap labor to reap those profits for
the corporation.
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Age
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Wrong
35-44
They need to provide a wage you can live in the town on. Recently just moved
down valley to purchase a house and now drive 40 miles each way to work and
back every day. Many of the top people in the town of vail can afford a million
dollar home on one of the hillsides while a lowly employee cant afford rent on a
two bedroom condo with the wage they are paid. Sure you can scrape it
together for a few years and get by but when you look back at eh 20,000 dollars
a year spent in rent on average per employee you realize how much of that you
are just throwing away.
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35-44
Vail has become increasingly crowded, not only in winter but now also in
summer due to the increased marketing from VRI and TOV. This results in a
degraded experience and the perception from many that Vail has become too
crowded to enjoy. The site of frontage road parking, once a rare event years
ago is now an every weekend event, both winter and summer.
Wrong
35-44
Why can't I ride my'fat tire' bike on the Vail Recreation Department run Nordic
track? I pay taxes for it and can't use it.
Wrong
45-54
Becoming too high-rise and too crowded in the summer
Wrong
45-54
Epic pass traffic is degrading this town during the winter. All park and ride lots
are full leaving locals without carpool options, traffic congestion along frontage
road is awful and the amount of ski traffic is forcing destination visitors to
choose other resorts. Just look at our ranking the past 5 years to see how the
industry views our resort.
Wrong
45-54
Events need to attract the demographic of people that spend money, bring
families to play and want to make Vail a routine in their holiday and future
visits. The concern venues are attracting non spenders, 'party hard' mentality
and its a deterrent to the more sophisticated visitor. As a result, the client Vail
should be attracting is going elsewhere.
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45-54
1 am handicapped and tired of being treated poorly at check point Charlie when
parking therefor the 2 hour limit. it really is uncomfortable. Also TOV is
starting to look a little like Disney World :) We love the free concerts in
winter and summer. And of course farmers market is amazing
Wrong
45-54
1 own a retain store and feel that the Town needs to attract more venues for
people to want to come to vail year round. I had 6 groups of friends /clients go
to other resorts to more affordable hotel packages and more exciting events,
concerts etc going on. We used to have skating shows and concerts at ford
park...
Wrong
45-54
1 think that most of what the town does it does well. What they are really
missing the boat on is housing. The customer service in Vail has taken a big hit,
because of a lack of reasonable employees.
Wrong
45-54
It seems that the town of Vail is too attached to Vail Associates and Developers
such that decisions are often made that seem good for these companies vs the
town and residents. The town and facilities should serve both residents and
tourists and maintain its connection to the environment surrounding the town.
Wrong
45-54
personnel changes and the debacle of Chaminix commons for the profile of
your target market; doctors and professionals can afford housing; it has never
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been much of an issue for their needs; service jobs account for about 57% of all
jobs in the valley. affordable housing for long term locals and model the
housing mix in priority similar to Miller Ranch.
Wrong
45-54
The increase in density is overall a good thing, however when new
development is allowed to be constructed that would impede the few open
space areas, such as the Evergreen Lodge development impeding into the
Middle Creek riparian area, the City is not providing appropriate balance of
allowing new development and protecting open space and the environment.
Wrong
45-54
The plastic bag ban is just silly in a resort town such as Vail. I just now get my
groceries in Avon. Seriously, no one coming in off a plane carries cloth grocery
bags with them.
Wrong
45-54
The town is forgetting about the locals that are the core of the community
Wrong
45-54
There is too much emphasis on changing the facades of the buildings in town.
The hospital should have moved rather than expand at a location that is ill
suited for a hospital, and better suited for a hotel. Parking is still an issue that
remains unsolved.
Wrong
45-54
Too many issues are being pursued (i.e. laws re: recycling/no plastic bags) that
really have no impact on the public other than being a nuisance and money
maker for the government or other private companies (the trash company)
while public safety issues - the biggest being lack of parking for visitors and
residents alike - continue to build and become more of a problem.
Wrong
45-54
Town Council has gone from visionary with big business experience to tactical
small business focused. I'd like to see a mix of both.
Wrong
45-54
Town government doesn't listen and then act upon the people.
Wrong
45-54
Vail is like a big city now. When we first bought a condo, in 1969, it was like a
little Tyrolean village.
Wrong
55-64
1. The TOV is not 'friendly'to its high end residents. For this reason, I chose not
to buy my multi-million dollar home within Vail. Most residents of the Vail area
are in the fortunate position of being able to choose among places like Boca,
Aspen, Vail, etc. for my vacation homes and vacation dollars. More particularly,
your police department is too harsh, rude, etc. I am very supportive of police;
however, there is not a recognition that they are serving residents who are not
ruffians, drug dealers, etc. but rather comfortable middle age (and more)
residents. My views are shared by others. It leaves a bad taste in my mouth,
encouraging me to eat, Shope, etc. down Valley, and to never consider buying
within the town of Vail. Additionally, subsidized housing does not belong in
the Town of Vail. Town officials need to figure out how to put subsidized
housing in Minturn or elsewhere but not in the town. Andy, didn't you take
'Growth of Cities' at Wharton's Political Science Dept??? .
Wrong
55-64
Biggest issue, parking. Have neglected to address the issue but have tackled
other issues aggressively.
Wrong
55-64
Capital projects are never brought in within budget.. No changes are made to
correct that. Employees across the town are all treated different depending
which department your in as to what policies are applied. The town manager
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balances the budget on the backs of the employees thru the wage and benefits.
We are one of the worst paying municipalities but have the most money. The
past few wage increase have not gotten the employees caught up with
compensation comparable to the rest of the towns in the valley. The HR
director is incompetent and only got the job because she's been here for so
long. She does nothing for the employees, is strictly a company woman. Does
what the town manager tells her. When the town manager only cares about
being cheap and not about the job being done or the welfare of the people he
is responsible for it creates for a lousy work environment. It's time to quit
being so cheap. Is the only way to achieve that is to have a change in
leadership? Why is it the public works department is the only department that
when the employees work overtime during the week they are sent home the
next day so the town does not have to pay them overtime. It's a town wide
policy that is only enforced on the public works department. It's the
department with the most Hispanics in it. Seems like the manager does not
want to pay the Mexicans to work overtime. Is that right? Why does council
expect us to work overtime and then not get paid for it? Why are you so
cheap?
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Density of buildings and populations make the town too urban and has no
charm. Architecture is inconsistent and unattractive.
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Development is out of control. Building lots meant for one house are being split
into two lots with two duplexes on them. No architectural control over what is
being built on them. Vail police have turned the town into a speed trap. We
need control, but giving tickets for doing 28 in a 25 zone is not very welcoming
for the tourists who support the area.
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Events such as Winterfest and Spring Back have gotten shorter and not as
interesting.
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1 feel the town is getting overrun with events ... one weekend last year there was
4 events happening all at once ... it was crazy. I do feel the town and Vail Resorts
is sucking the life out of the town for locals to create a mecca for others to be
there. There needs to be a balance.
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1 find the town of Vail does not welcome Denver folks and does a poor job of
welcoming tourists.
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1 love the town of Vail. But, the spending is out of control. We are spending
huge sums on items that add little value. I am opposed to the golf course
spending (which has divided the town). I am also opposed to the spending on
the new roundabout. I believe that will benefit few people (and eventually the
builders of EverVail) and those are not the people paying for it. I am also
opposed to the huge expenditures on affordable housing at Timber Ridge.
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In part., some of TOV council members and their local merchant status seem in
conflict of interest. Seems number of events during warm season weekends to
bring business to town is nearing excessive.
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It seems like Vail is becoming a retirement community for wealthy people and
the working locals are being pushed out. The locals keep losing things!
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Keep thinking that the taxpayers should provide housing for employees for the
wealthy shop owners is just wrong. The reason why they get away with paying
so little is because local governments are willing to throw the taxpayers money
at it. The local governments are the problem.
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Lease rates have driven a lot of retailers out of the village and we have ended
up with either big chains (i.e., The Tavern) or lots of tee shirt shops. All of the
big projects (Solaris, 4 Seasons, The Ritz) have made Vail village lose its intimate
feeling.
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Need to be very careful regarding spot zoning. We had an issue on Garmisch DR
that could have ruined the entire street that was defeated only because of
technicality. Were it not for that luck we'd have a five unit complex that Peter
Noble could have turned into 15 -wake up people!
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Not enough winter parking safely and charge way too Much
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over development
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Some development projects are too large or have poor urban planning
characteristics. Town has lost control of christmas lights, is no longer a Dark
Sky community.
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Spreading yourself too thin by trying to do too much. You cant be all things to
all people.
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TABOR was enacted to make government accountable for their tax dollars. Vail
exempted out of TABOR by a majority citizen vote because they trusted the
administrators and council members. I believe you violated that trust with the
handling of the hotel tax, conference center, golf course club house project. I
realize it wasn't necessary, but wouldn't it have been better to have a
referendum vote of the citiizens and asked them if they wanted the golf course
club house expanded with the funds from the hotel tax......................or just
refunded. All you have accomplished by your actions is the distrust of many of
your constituents. It's a shame after they voted to trust you with their tax
dollars.
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The amount of traffic on and off the mountain is making it more difficult to
enjoy the things we love about Vail. Why doesn't Vail Resort put a cap on the
number of skiers on the mountain.
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The design and review board in denying in town residents the ability to update,
rebuild, renovate existing structures that need to be replaced. However, the
renovating of the old structures in town are being allowed and are well needed.
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The things the town spends money on, I think could be better used. I am happy
that we have clean streets, but 5+ days a week I see people walking around
with brooms and dust pans... wandering... trying to find trash... I like the
flowers, but I see HUGE crews for weeks and weeks planting them... ever
thought of perennials instead? The police department seems WAY over staffed
for the amount of time they sit in their cars doing speed traps, both on the
frontage road as well as the interstate. Sorry, that was more than a 'few'
words
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The TOV has spent immense effort on a bag ordinance that makes no net
difference in carbon footprint. Meanwhile the TOV spends huge effort and
money in getting guests to fly here, hopefully to Eagle, even better yet in a
private jet, to hopefully stay in an overbuilt hotel, condo, or home occupied
only a few months a year (even better if the owners do a remodel) and
hopefully spend lots of money on disposable fashion items accessed on heated
streets (I don't care how many carbon credits are bought from wind farms in
Iowa). Check the carbon footprint on a jet flight. No wonder we have
worldwide climate problems. Suggestion, cut off the funding to Eagle airport.
Vail, a town that has encouraged no office space creation, only low paying
hotel/ski service jobs. Read the banner headline at every news outlet in any
major city; Denver, Portland, DC.... there is no decent housing being created
below $250K. Vail's problem is even more of our own making, because we have
no decent job base beyond relying on a hospital to magically be our salvation.
50 units in West Vail, swell idea; effective planning, not so much. Vail planning
for a sustainable community; virtually none. TOV 2015 year in review page 07,
top left paragraph, last sentence; ..... neighborhood nuisances, such as parking
and noise. Is that how the town staff views actual guests, as nuisances? How do
they feel about residents?
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The Town Council thinks it can legislate morality. Do they really think that by
Banning POT that it will not exist in Vail. Tell the Council to get there Heads out
of the Sand!
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The town has become all about revenue generation for business and not quality
of life for residents.
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Too many loud concerts drawing the wrong type of crowd that doesn't spend
money
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Too much commercialization and not enough infrastructure to support it --even
if it was warranted. Can't stand the junking up of the top of the MT in the
summer with all the activities. It trashes the top. Not enough parking in the
winter. Shopping is horrible --either t -shirts or way too high end. Nothing in the
middle. Skiing has been great this year and the MT has been well kept. Simplify.
Stop overdoing everything to make a buck.
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Too much focus on helping businesses and not on residents who pay property
taxes.
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Too much high rise construction
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TOV can be overbearing, intrusive, self -validating, non-responsive to the will of
average citizens
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Vail is driven by an expectation of utopia without recognizing the limits of what
a desirable resort community can realistically offer residents and the inherent
costs. Vail does not focus on the massive amount of condominium real estate
that is in poor or failing conditions due to lack of responsible association
maintenance for properties at or nearing the end of structural purposeful life.
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We feel the homeowners have little say in what they Town Council decides for
our community growth.
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1. Too much building. More is no longer better. 2. Too many permits and
regulations required to do the smallest thing. 3. No concern by the town for
stated interests, such as when a tennis court at Golden Peak was turned into
pickle ball courts, then the second ne was approved recently to also go to pickle
courts, despite the wish from multiple tennis players to maintain the present
situation.
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As more and more stores/shops in Vail Village are owned/operated by Vail
Resorts, the stores have become more financially driven than customer/guest
focused, and thus overall guest relations have suffered. That can be seen by
the continuing decline in the ratings by Ski Magazine where Vail always used to
be number one or two in the country, but over the last few years the rank
continues to decline. Perhaps the management of the Vail stores needs to
refocus its commitment to the guests of Vail. Ask why more lodging rates are
being discounted just to get bookings when the snow at Vail was great this year
and there were poor conditions in the eastern half of the country.
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building dept is making it very difficult and expensive to do work in Vail
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Failure to address parking Slow response to stream degradation Way too
much emphasis on events, events, events
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Getting too expensive for the average person to live here. Why do we need
that new underpass between West Vail and Cascade?
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65-74
Golf course should not have been shrunk. Don't believe tunnel is that great.
Parking is too low priority.
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1 feel that the community development planning department is overstepping
their authority and not upholding their responsibility to the community. Based
on instruction from an earlier town attorney, as town planners, they are to
relay the zoning rules and regulations to the planning commission and town
council in an unbiased way. They can then make a recommendation based on
the how a proposal meets those criteria. This concept seems to be lost as the
staff memos have become quite biased at times. This is inappropriate and
misleading to the planning commission and council which then leads to an
unfair representation of these boards to the community they serve. Since few
commissioners and council members have any experience with zoning and land
use issues, they relay on the staff to furnish all the facts to make their decision.
In addition, these board members should receive professional training on why
the rules and regulations exist and how they are to be applied by the staff, the
selected boards and the elected officials.
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1 feel that the process of upgrading homes in Vail is onerous, costly, and who
wins? The consultants, architects, land planners not the consumer.
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1 have relocated my business from the town to a down valley location due to
the high costs: license fees employee parking. Rents ( not your fault )
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1 think Town government is superb, but I also think that Vail Resorts' need for
perpetual earnings growth is causing too much crowding on many days on the
mountain, and too many days with parking on the Frontage Road. The council
needs to come to an agreement with VR that gives them real time access to the
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number of people on the mountain, as a first step to a data -driven discussion of
methods of crowd control. A lot of creative thinking could be done around the
Epic Pass - pricing, powder day access, etc. - to help with this.
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1 think we are crowding our town with too many'events' mostly in the summer.
I understand that we are a resort, but Vail is also our home. Things are getting
overcrowded and it is putting pressure on areas that are already problematic
i.e. parking
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65-74
It keeps getting harder to be a full-time resident. There are so many events
resulting in no parking (especially in summer with Bravo, etc.) that we end up
going to Avon or Edwards to dine out and it has become difficult to enjoy the
town we live in. Too many events for drunk/stoned 20 -somethings. Insufficient
parking all year. Town rents too pricey for a diversity of shops and restaurants,
and many restaurants cater to the tourists and don't value the loyalty of locals.
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It's now a huge resort without the unique flavor of the ski town it once was.
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Just a bit of rotten grapes; I miss having shops that catered as much to locals as
to tourists.
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Loud, trash filled concerts hurt the community. Valid inputs from the
surrounding community on the dangers of the helicopter landing solution at the
Vail medical complex were disregarded. VVMC is not even a Level 1 or 2
trauma center. Adequate safety and weather services are available at the Eagle
county airport without putting local residents in danger! Even a landing site
at the golf course would be preferable. Non -full time residents are not listened
to -- ever ...
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Not enough parking close in and price gouging on parking.
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65-74
Not listening to residents or paying attention to their needs. 'We know better'
attitude by town council and government officials. Failure of the police
department to enforce basic safety issues such as speed limits. Lack of
attention to our residential neighborhoods.
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Seems to lack supervision all the way down the chain of management.
Departments do not work together.
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65-74
The huge expense in uneccessarily altering the 18th hole of the golf course to
facilitate a wedding venue was rammed through by a few council and rec board
members cntrary to the desires of the majority. And an intoxicated wedding
crowd is not what the town should be trying to attarct. Also, the massive
amount of black rocks dumped on our roads in winter is not only unsightly, as it
builds up in mounds alongside the roads ask the winter goes along, but an
enviormental disaster for Gore Cr. Much of what doesn't chip up our car paint
gets tracked into garages and homes, or washed down into waterways along
with the mag chloride from 170. Some sand at critical intersections would be
plenty and disipatate more readily. (As Aspen does) This black stuff makes us
look like a coal mining town! This is a ski town and drivers should be required to
use snow tires.
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65-74
The new underpass is totally unnecessary and will make eastbound travel from
my home a real challenge. I am not is favor of changing the soft path in Vail. It
is 'world class' just the way it is.
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65-74
The paradigm seems to be condemn, raze, build something new in the same
undistinguished look all over town. Vail used to have character and now has
uniformity and lack of imagination in its look
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65-74
the police don't seem to care to in force the laws the town council seems
intent on giving away the town to this who want free the town council seems
to defer to vail resorts
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65-74
The town is becoming overcrowded at certain times and the already taxed
parking situation is now really a major cause of concern.
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65-74
The town seems to protect the status quo and make home projects difficult
with overly burdensome approvals and procedures. New housing and
renovations need to be fast tracked to update the aging housing which is
throughout the town. The core commercial Vail properties are showing their
age and vacancies or non essential businesses seem to come and go without a
significant improvement of the properties. New blood, new ideas and removal
of cumbersome roadblocks allowing new projects are needed.
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65-74
Too many events for the available parking. Last summer we were unable to
find parking in order to take guests to dinner in Vail Village
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65-74
Too many large new properties requiring employees, but few affordable,
nearby places for employees to live.
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Too many special events, making coming into town to volunteer very difficult.
Too much focus on tourism, shops catering to limited group of high end visitors.
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Too much traffic. Too many people. Appealing to people who are rude, don't
spend money, drink too much, on pot. These events are not attracting the kind
of people Vail should be trying to appeal to. Not longer exclusive if half the
Front Range is here
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Town Council is more supportive of businesses (large) than property owners.
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Vail Resorts is making Vail more and more not family friendly as it raises its
rates on everything. If someone is a doctor and still hesitates coming to Vail
because of the cost to bring a family of four on a ski vacation then something is
wrong with this town. We chose to buy a place in Vail, as opposed to Aspen,
because it was family friendly. Expecting people to spend more than $20,000
for a family vacation makes Vail an exorbitant elitist destination.
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VR and TOV are taking Vail in the bigger and busier direction, at the expense of
what used to be a quality experience. Most conversations used to be about
how wonderful it was to live in Vail, now they are about moving somewhere
else.
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65-74
We need rentals for local working people that are affordable. There are too
many dark houses for weeks at a time. The mountain is too crowded and we
need to better the parking situation.
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West Vail is being neglected. The Town has landscaped along 1-70 in East Vail
and the Golf Course area to a remarkable extent, even putting up a sound
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barrier in East Vail. You know what West Vail looks like: bare, unattractive, fully
exposed to 8 LANES of CONSTANT NOISY, DUSTY TRAFFIC. We need extensive,
dense evergreen tree plantings as a screen from the highway, as well as to
cover the view from the highway of unattractive buildings. Please make an
effort to make the whole Town of Vail attractive and WOODED, not just East
Vail, Vail Village, Lionshead, and soon, Ever Vail. West Vail shouldn't be treated
by the Town like a second class area. Our property values are as high, in some
cases higher, than East Vail. We pay taxes too.
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75 or older
I fall somewhere in-between right directon and wrong track - I think that the
town is doing right and then I see information on recycling that is posted on a
dumpster and to my knowledge nothing regarding recycling right of way has
been published in the newspapers or anywhere else. Also quantity seems to
be the norm rather than quality of the people who are encouraged to come to
Vail
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75 or older
I feel that too much marketing is causing more problems, - parking, employee
housing shortage, and too many people on the mountain, I think the town is
very well managed.
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75 or older
Quality of life has continued to deteriorate. High density with large buildings
and parking on the frontage road makes Vail a difficult place to live on a year
round basis.
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75 or older
The town has become too commercialized. I think the town has given Vail
Resorts too much power and that the town has gone from a nice upscale ski
town to a fully commercialized ski resort where money is all that matters. How
is it that a local resident in the town and surrounding area cannot afford a
seasonal ski pass to Vail Mountain? That should say it all right there. I love my
home in Vail, but the mountain and town are just too overcrowded to the point
of making skiing dangerous rather than enjoyable. This was quite different 10
years ago.
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75 or older
Things are too expensive. We need a local grocery store. People are begging
for this.
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75 or older
To many remodeling rules
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75 or older
Too many events causing dangerous parking on frontage road.
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75 or older
Too many giant developments
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abhorrent , non-existent , expensive parking
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Because more and more effort is being made to create a metropolitan
environment i what was intended to be a mountain skiing community.
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Catering to a crowd of limited money and not taking a stand against Vail
Resorts especially over parking. If they want to offer cheap passes then they
should deal with the parking problem.
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council is way too old, just like our Congress
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Don't see need for additional roundabout
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Don't understand why your building a tunnel under 170. Seams like a waste.
Wish the zip line and roller coaster at the top of lions head was not built
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Age
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Fall Line Drive is in bad repair. You repaved all the roads around us, which
weren't in as bad shape. The retaining wall next to Fall Line Drive is coming
apart is several areas. I feel that you are not treating all residents equally.
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Housing is a major issue. The town needs to do more to address it. West Vail
development still won't be affordable for most families who wish to make their
careers in the valley.
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Housing is not the only thing that develops community. Rather than only
focusing internally Vail and the other towns need to work together more. The
valley is now the community greater partnerships are needed for transit,
housing, affordable entertainment, lodging etc. Vail shouldn't be so isolationist
in the valley. It can be the resort center as long as it supports broader
community initiatives across the valley
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I believe the new round a bout is a complete waste of 12 million dollars. It's
impact to traffic, while being built, will be tremendous, and once complete will
not help traffic flow much, as Ever Vail, for which it was intended to be for
initially is not being built. The waste of the space, with the best view in town
for private parties and events only at the Golf Course is a travesty. Building
inspections and requirements have gone from way too loose to way too tight. It
has driven the cost of construction into an overkill situation. The average
person (not millionaire) who lives in Vail cannot afford to do remodels. It's
really quite sad.
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I own a business in town, skier days are always up (probably due to the Epic
Pass) but I hear retail in general from staff in stores and owners that retail is not
doing well (this can be born our by looking at town Sales Tax. I also think the
Sunday Market is not as good as it used to be and have had complaints from
turists saying the market is now just stalls for existing stores. It seem to me the
town needs to get more fortune 500 people in town, the occupancy report for
the last year has been really bad every month.
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I see way too much building going on. It appears that the town does not pay
attention to the infrastructure that is needed to support the increase in size
and number of people taking up residence. One of the biggest problems is lack
of affordable parking for our seasonal guests. Just look at the frontage roads.
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I was so surprised to know the amount of money you guys are spending in the
underpass. I am certain you did a big research about its need, but education?
Safe for the future? Programs for its citizens? As I said, this particular project
made me wonder about what we are doing for the town.
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It's gotten very'hyped'. Many of the special events brought in are for people
who don't care about the town, just the event and they can be very rude,
aggressive, disruptive, etc.
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Legal expenses which occurred when the golf course and the taxpayers
/homeowners was not resolved by town management. instead Town of vail
employees were overheard to have stated an adversarial position as to one of
resolve. 'We can win'.
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Need more nightlife, apres ski scene and restaurants. No more retail.
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Not sure what is going on. Need more employee housing before this town
collapses again. A 4 bedroom house that has been renovated in30 years is going
for $3600 per month? Unrealistic to think that this town can support a
workforce. Vail resorts has employee housing but what about small business
owners?
Wrong
Nothing done do quite noice from trucks and motorcycles within the town and
alone 1-70. Traffic speed within the neighborhood is excessive to the point of
not being able to safely walk alone or with pets.
Wrong
Regarding the South side trail. No enough communication with the home
owners severely threatened by excavation. It's a non starter
Wrong
the rec district needs new management. Need more than just golf please!
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The Town now seems to be a slave to increasing sales tax revenues and
discarding the small town feel in the process. EG, the new underpass under 170
and widening of north frontage road.
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The Town would benefit from a comprehensive visioning and planning session
focused on the 'customer' experience off the mountian. The experience in both
the Village and Lionshead seems to have lost its way. More and more, it feels
like a Vail Resorts sponsored shopping mall.
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There are few efforts being made to strengthen the community feel of Vail. We
all moved here to enjoy living in a ski town, yet very few actually get to live and
work in Vail. Efforts should be made to increase arts and culture and
community events that have a natural, organic and personal feel to them. Less
of this over -produced, Bud Light sponsored junk where 20,000 people are
packed into a street and the event is considered a great success. That doesn't fit
into the Vail brand. We need smaller, concept events that diversify the Vail
brand and promote authenticity and quality rather than overplayed
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There is more consideration for tourists and adding events thatn consideration
for full time residents.
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Too focused on quantity over quality, too many people in town at times.
Wrong
Too many huge developments. They are out of character and make the town
feel heavy and dark in places.
Wrong
too much commercialization Vail is losing its personal charm and uniqueness
Wrong
Too much growth...... lived here 35 years and it doesn't feel like a 'town'
anymore. Most of us moved here to get away from the city ... but they keep
building 'bigger and better' nonsense. Understand its good for business but feel
like we should stop and take a breath.
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Using open space as a roadway on Bald Mountain Road is very disturbing.
Much noise, pollution and dust. You should find an alternative on the west end
of Bald Mountain road.
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Vail resorts with its epic pass is causing the infrastructure to feel inadequate.
Wrong
Vails track that bigger is better, crowding is good is not a good Vail
experience.Quanity over quality is going to lower the Vail experience.
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Val is put too much focus into making it expensive and unattainable which is led
to a Denton in the quality of people making a lifestyle here
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Very little affordable housing
Don't know
18-24
I'm not sure
Don't know
25-34
As a resident I don't find myself very involved in what is happening with the
town of vail.
Don't know
25-34
1 am in Vail 5 days a week and I don't feel connected with what is going. The
only piece of information I have received about anything happening in Vail is
when things would start happening on 1-70 with the underpass construction.
Don't know
25-34
1 don't feel informed about things.
Don't know
25-34
1 don't think we are on a wrong track or a right track, I think it is great that the
town works to inform all of its residents on projects. I do think that there
needs to be a younger generation included in the town and town planning
ideas. I think putting together a panel of people in their 30's to have input can
help the town stay relevant. As a homeowner we are some of a very few who
have been able to afford to live and start our family in Vail. However, the long
term doesn't look promising for us to stay here. I think it is important to have
more input on building ideas and color schemes. For example the new Timber
Ridge looks terrible, who ever approved the color scheme for the new buildings
should be fired. It looks cheap and devalues the appearance of our town, just
because it is employee housing and subsidized doesn't mean it needs to look
bad. I feel like we stepped back into cheap Denver housing.
Don't know
25-34
1 enjoy progress, but I adore serenity. At times, events are too much. I think we
could limit the amount of certain events each year. Also, I think we should
encourage street vendors more often. Not all the time, but it would be nice to
enjoy local fare from locals every once in awhile.
Don't know
25-34
1 haven't been here long enough to know one way or another.
Don't know
25-34
1 haven't been living in Vail long enough to have a firm opinion.
Don't know
25-34
Not sure what the question is directed about.
Don't know
25-34
Underpass will be helpful, additional parking and employee housing are still no
where near adequate. It's great to see the free concerts, and various activities
that take place throughout the year.
Don't know
25-34
We just acquired property, but we love it there enough to have purchased.
Don't know
25-34
With the major spotlight being on the upcoming presidential election -
admittedly I have not paid as much attention to local politics in the recent
months.
Don't know
35-44
As a local raising children here I would really like to see some indoor tennis
courts. Most ski resort towns have them. As my children are good skiers I do
look for other activities in the community during the winter for them, not to
mention I play myself. With the loss of the cascade courts we have no options.
As a community indoor courts are a needed and desired thing.
Don't know
35-44
Happy town is keeping pot shops out
Don't know
35-44
1 am not sure if the moves of the Town of Vail are considering both its current
demographic and a future demographic that will ultimately take the place of
the current resident population
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Direction
Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Don't know
35-44
1 don't know about the whole town in general but I do know that the housing
market is going in the wrong direction there is very limited housing for people
that actually work and want to live in Vail and the housing that is available is
ridiculous expensive when you take in account that Vail resorts monopolizes
the employment market and pays most people $10 an hour most homeowners
don't live here they rent there homes out by the night or week at a super
premium and if they do long term rental its priced so high it takes 5-6 people in
a 2 bedroom house to afford it.
Don't know
35-44
1 don't know much about the towns politics until recently. I do feel that we
need a more community driven focus. I understand we are a resort town but
feel that the community is what supports the resort economy. Happy workers,
happy guests. I would say I have noticed more information available to me and
the public (citizens) with in the last 6 months than before.
Don't know
35-44
1 feel there are a lot of positives the town does, for example, offer recycling
bags, which was a great initiative, but I am not sure if the Town has anything to
do with closing day so early, but nobody likes that.
Don't know
35-44
1 think the town continues to grow, improve infrastructure and I love all of the
events. However, town and the mountain are often too busy, and I feel that it's
only a matter of time before the current housing situation and inability for
businesses to hire because if it causes everything to implode.
Don't know
35-44
Just bought my house recently - still getting a feel for the town.
Don't know
35-44
Not sure how to distinguish town of Vail from the influence of the ski mountain
Don't know
35-44
Only been a resident for 10 months so not sure yet!
Don't know
35-44
Out of the loop
Don't know
35-44
Quality facilities, entertainment, and year round activities makes the town
great for people of means. People who can not afford the live and work in Vail
or Valley are going to struggle as property goes up and wages stay stagnant.
This will effect overall development and the community as a whole.
Don't know
35-44
Seem to be moving in too many directions at once. What is the final picture of
Vail going to look like in 5 to 10 years?
Don't know
35-44
There are things that concern me. Being a resident that cannot afford to buy a
house at the prices that homes sell for here; I have to rely on renting. The
shortage of rental units is something that is of high concern for me.
Don't know
35-44
We just moved here in Nov 2015, so we don't know yet.
Don't know
45-54
Direction in what way? Planning? Marketing? Spending? Supporting the town
employees? too vague!
Don't know
45-54
Doing a lot for the tourists but not much for those of us who live here
Don't know
45-54
For property owners that are not residents, it is difficult to keep track of
happenings.
Don't know
45-54
1 am new to owning a property there.
Don't know
45-54
1 appreciate the strong planning that has happened in the town ... great
amenities... always done to a high standard. I am concerned that the town has
become a very expensive playground... will my kids able to enjoy this great
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Direction
Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
family destination? This may be more of an issue with Vail Resorts, then the
town of Vail.
Don't know
45-54
1 dont feel either right or wrong. Some things are good, some things could use
improvement.
Don't know
45-54
1 like the new golf corse clubhouse that is being built for another place to grab a
bite. However, I don't know what else is going on in town...
Don't know
45-54
1 should be more informed, but at the current time don't feel well versed
enough to offer any input
Don't know
45-54
1 think the Town is an 'Epic' success. I enjoy the economic vitality that the
success has brought to the Town; secure employment and likely long-term
return on home value, but have some concerns about the congestion,
crowding, loss of small-town feel. I find that I am put -off attending events
because off the congestion, and wonder if guests will begin to feel this way too.
Don't know
45-54
If the construction on the high rises in Vail proper would cease, the town would
be on the right track. Also, adding incentive programs for affordable housing is
key. When there is no where for employees to live, that will come back and
hurt business owners eventually, if it hasn't already. KUDOS the plastic bag
banes! Now if Avon would only follow suit ... that would be AMAZING.
Don't know
45-54
In general, I question where some of our tax monies are being spent and how
they are being prioritized. It feels like the priorities are gauged towards the
young (e.g. skate park, etc) while we have a vibrant aging population (baby
boom generation) which gets little attention.
Don't know
45-54
Not a fan of some of your board members. I feel they are in it for themselves
and not for the good of the community
Don't know
45-54
not sure on the town plans fully
Don't know
45-54
The majority of the action slash movement seems to be aligned with he resort
company.
Don't know
45-54
The updates in town are nice but am concerned its trying to grow to large
beyond confines of what is built. Also for Booth Falls area, would like Vail to
consider berms for noise reduction from 1-70.
Don't know
45-54
Vail has grown significantly and that poses lots of new challenges. Some factors
(Vail Resorts business model for the Resort) are beyond the control of the
town. TOV must live with the dynamic created. The mountain is on many
occasions overcrowded. The town is overcrowded. Parking is beyond control in
a manner that allows a good experience for the guest. The entry to town (main
interchange) is overcrowded on weekends. These things diminish the resort
experience. These things make local residents want to avoid the town. These
things will (at some future point) force visitors to seek better experiences
elsewhere. In my opinion.
Don't know
45-54
VR is wagging the town in the wrong way; witness their recent passive-
aggressive stance on extending the season at the last minute, guaranteeing a
black eye for local vendors.
Don't know
45-54
While a lot of the development in the last decade has been positive, Vail should
do more to create better growth. The town lacks energy much of the year, and
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Would you say that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right direction,
Direction
Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
still seems too much like a purist stopover. The town needs great restaurants
that aren't in the very expensive category, more interesting shops, etc. More
parking with better access (ingress, egress) in Vail Village would help.
Don't know
55-64
as a non-resident, non-voter in local elections, people do not spend much time
keeping us informed. the TOV Homeowners Association fills that function.
Don't know
55-64
Because, I'm not sure what the right direction is.
Don't know
55-64
Don't know which 'things' you are referring to?
Don't know
55-64
Fiscally conservative .... at least until the $8 mil on the stream project
Don't know
55-64
getting too crowded; not enough parking; may'kill the goose'
Don't know
55-64
1 hope the improved golf clubhouse does not continue to be such an issue
Don't know
55-64
1 see alot of construction. All very high-end, vacation, 'time share' type
properties. While this is good for the local economy, it totally destroys the
sense of community.
Don't know
55-64
1 think generally things are going in the right direction apart from the massive
over spend on the golf course clubhouse which I find ridiculous. This is very
poor project management indeed.
Don't know
55-64
1 try to keep up with what's happening but being a part time resident but often
I don't have enough to keep up unless I am in town watching town of Vail city
meetings on TV.
Don't know
55-64
I'm not familiar with everything that goes on but it's easy to see that things that
should be an absolute priority - like our insufficient parking situation - are
ignored while other things that are not even needed - like a new event center
(yes, I know it isn't officially called that but that's what it is!) at the golf course -
are given over -the -top attention, even to the point of needless over spending.
I understand a new club house was needed but the way the whole thing was
handled was an outrage.
Don't know
55-64
its been interesting to watch vail grow and evolve..... but I do wonder if it will
lose its charm and small town charm
Don't know
55-64
Many good things happening and some I don't like.
Don't know
55-64
Not much info on what TOV is doing.
Don't know
55-64
Overall, the Town managed things well through the great recession, but they
got a few things really wrong (golf course clubhouse and shortening of hole 18
the most obvious examples). The Town can be completely tone deaf at times
and the Vail Trail appears headed for a similar debacle. The cost of these
missteps have been enormous and the Town's lack of fiscal discipline is
astounding. Cost overruns, bloated budgets... our money could be much better
spent.
Don't know
55-64
Relatively new owners
Don't know
55-64
Some things are going along fine. I think the fact that a change in zoning can
happen without the entire neighborhood having to be told is crazy.
Don't know
55-64
To many hotels. Town caters more to visitors than locals. I like our home town
feel more than world class resort.
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Direction
Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Don't know
55-64
We just purchased our condo 1.5 years ago and don't know how the town
affairs are trending.
Don't know
55-64
while some of the events that the TOV gets involved in are good the free
concerts during snowboard events and snowdaze sometimes bring the wrong
crowd to the Vail Valley and that has a negative affect on our property owners
and more affluent vacation guests.
Don't know
65-74
Buildings are getting to large, i think the hotels are getting to many rooms to
fill. There are getting to be to many people here, it is starting to turn people off
and not come here. Especially on wkends!
Don't know
65-74
higher density on all new construction larger, taller blogs. more people in
valley causing problems
Don't know
65-74
1 am currently only able to spend 2 weeks a year in Vail. I hope to change that
when I retire in the next few years.
Don't know
65-74
i think there are getting to be to many people here. Especially on weekends.
You are destroying why people have come to Vail in the past. Is parking on Ft.
Rd and walking to lifts in ski boots a that a good experience??
Don't know
65-74
I'm happy that there will be no sale of pot in Vail, but I refuse to shop at the
West Vail markets because of the bag law. I drive to Avon.
Don't know
65-74
It will take some time to see what the new Town Council does, what things it
acts on and what kinds of decisions it will make. I thought the last Council got
badly off on the wrong track in many areas and lost some credibility with the
community.
Don't know
65-74
Public parking is insufficient and building codes are badly overly -restrictive.
Other matters are okay to good.
Don't know
65-74
some good things being done some bad
Don't know
65-74
The golf course clubhouse has been a disaster for the town and residents. It
must often seem to council members that the constituency just doesn't care or
want to share ideas ... but this proves otherwise. Many local residents are very
busy trying to make a living and cannot or will not attend council meetings. The
online weekly newsletter is a good attempt to reach out. Sadly, community
gatherings seem to be timed so that working residents cannot attend, however.
Don't know
65-74
to much waste of time and money ie: police and some staff. more should be
spent on neighborhoods
Don't know
65-74
Try not to get too involved with the Town as its become way TOO busy and
populated.
Don't know
65-74
Vail has become so 'upscale' and expensive that I spend less and less time in the
village. I love to ski and love being in the Gore Range during the summer. Vail
Village is becoming the 'Front Range West', so why fight the traffic to get to
what I'm trying to escape!
Don't know
65-74
We really enjoy our time in Vail. It meets our needs and we do not pay very
much attention to what is going on in terms of planning, governance, etc.
Don't know
75 or older
Do not know current economic profile of the town and why things like parking
have not been addressed.
Don't know
75 or older
don't know the people who work in town anymore
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Would you say that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right direction,
Direction
Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Don't know
75 or older
I spend little time in Vail and when I visit it is to ski.
Don't know
75 or older
Not sure what the direction is.
Don't know
75 or older
Town Council is not very transparent.
Don't know
Between the politics, the rhetoric, Vail Resorts, and the newspaper, it's difficult
to get a handle on what is really working. I think it's going well, but maybe
not....
Don't know
dont read local paper
Don't know
I am a newer resident. I work with many people who have lived here for
decades and they have many negative and positive things to say. Most of what
I hear is that things were better before the crowds were as big as today and
development was less.
Don't know
I am too busy to pay attention.
Don't know
I don't feel like Vail has gone 'off track' but I wish the town would put more
focus on the people living and working in Vail. (Lack of housing, affordability
and cost of living)
Don't know
I feel that in many ways Vail is doing a great job increasing desire for visitors to
come here during quieter times, staying longer and enhancing the guest's
experience. As a property manager, I have found that making improvements to
my facility a challenge, as there are so many hoops to jump through, and an fee
attached to every one.
Don't know
i see a lot of progress being made as it pertains to the town, but it feels as
though profits, growing sales tax and attracting new visitors is always the
priority. I'd like to see a shift to taking care of our vail proper locals first. it's
getting harder to live her year round as a local and keep employees that can
live with our current housing situation and can be frustrating to see things like a
highway project, golf course/nordic center rebuild, etc being front and center
instead of a sense of urgency around our housing shortage.
Don't know
I suppose I don't know because it is such a joy to live here and I know that I am
luckier than 99.99% of everyone in the world! .... and so I do not pay alot of
attention to TOV matters.
Don't know
I'm concerned the town council sometimes takes a unilateral approach to
projects or proposed regulations. Perhaps I think they don't mean to but in such
a transient town and with the representative system of the council, often the
interested individuals are not present when decisions occur and return to learn
something has been changed or taken away. Rules about Transportation
permits/insurance requirements, parking, and recent talk about drone regs
etc... all feel like the town sometimes makes a move without everyone having a
real say, or vote.
Don't know
I'm not sure the decisions being made are in the best interests of everyone who
lives in Vail.
Don't know
I've seen both positive and negative. I think there has been some needless
spending on things around town .
Don't know
new underpass connecting the Frontage roads is good. Don't like the idea of
allowing things like zip line on Vail mtn.
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Would you say that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right direction,
Direction
Age
or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Don't know
Sometimes I think Vail might be over building large hotels.
Don't know
Still observing because recently moved here full time
Don't know
There is lots of new construction, but my fear is that many people are priced
out of the market, including rental housing for employees.
Don't know
There seems no to be confusion within town managers. Do we want to be a
small town or a small town with zoning densities similar to nyc? What's best
for the town to maximize all property to max the number of people who can
live on it. Lack of housing is nothing new but I don't believe an urban density
similar to nyc is the answer.
Don't know
Too much money spent on underpass. Guaranteed to go over budget
Don't know
We feel that there is not much done for local and year round activities (pool,
tennis,) everything outdoors is great but for a resort and town to live with small
children there is not much offered.
Don't know
Why is it so difficult to remodel old 1970 properties? Zoning has not been
updated and there are many multi family units zoned primary/secondary. Why
are you so against dispensaries? West vail would be perfect for one or two.
There have been no problems statewide.
Don't know
You are over -run with low -rent day -boarders. This drives out the paying
families. Plus, it smells like weed everywhere you walk in the village.
45-54
You need to be more specific in your question. Some areas are heading in the
right direction and some are not. There is need for improvement.
55-64
The new underpass will help. Moving toward town wide recycling is a good
thing.
55-64
We need to have more parking for visitors and people who live down valley.
Too much money spent on free concerts which does not help the town with
money or parking.
65-74
Improvements, town looks good - enjoy spending time there
Community needs of workers remain unmet - costs of working are too high to
promote stability in the community.
You have completely neglected Lionhead. The road from Dobson to the skier
drop off is extremely hazardous. The sidewalk is always extremely icy and the
hotel buses travel within inches of pedestrians. The speed limit should be
reduced to 10 MPH and the sidewalks should either be combined and or
completely separated from the road.
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Appendix: Open -Ended Comments
TOWN OF VAIL COMMUNITY SURVEY 2016
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Table of Contents
Q.4: Would you say that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right direction, or have they gotten off on
thewrong track?...................................................................................................................................................... 2
Q. 5: In November 2015 four members were newly elected to the Vail Town Council. What are your hopes and
expectations of the current Council?.................................................................................................................... 44
Q.7: Rate your satisfaction with Public Works services in the Town of Vail ......................................................... 78
Q.8: Rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of Fire Services in the Town of Vail .................................
90
Q.9: Rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of Police Services in the Town of Vail .............................
97
Q.9: Rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of the Community Development Department .............
112
Q. 15: Why do you not buy a parking pass or value card?..................................................................................
115
Q. 16: How likely are you to buy a parking pass or value card?..........................................................................
132
Q. 17: Rate your satisfaction with public parking services in Vail.......................................................................
139
Q. 18: Are there any specific concerns or considerations that influence your use of bus services? ..................
155
Q. 19: Rate your satisfaction with bus service.....................................................................................................
167
Q. 20: Do you have any comments on your response concerning events?........................................................
178
Q. 22: Is there a specific type of event you would like to see added to Vail's town -wide program? .................
189
Q. 24: Do you have any further comments on events?.......................................................................................
195
Q. 27: What do you like best about Vail Public Library?......................................................................................
205
Q. 27: What would you like to see us add/offer/change at Vail Public Library? .................................................
219
Q. 28: Do you have any further comments or suggestions concerning library services? ...................................
224
Q. 29: Any comments on your responses about community priorities, issues and opportunities? ...................
227
Q. 31: What type of enclosed community/cultural facility would you like to see created, and what types of
activities would you want to accommodate there?............................................................................................
234
Q. 32: There has been discussion about various techniques to expand work force housing opportunities in the
area. Please provide your suggestions...............................................................................................................
245
Q. 32: Any comments on your responses?..........................................................................................................
245
Q. 34: The Town is currently working on improving and protecting Gore Creek water quality. Please identify the
barriers that exist toward your personal use of environmentally friendly landscaping practices on your property.
.............................................................................................................................................................................
250
Q. 36-37: Do you think there is enough parking in the Town of Vail in summer and winter? ............................
250
Q. 39: Should Town parking rates be based on demand (i.e., higher rates at the busiest times and lower rates
when there is little demand, similar to hotels and airlines)?..............................................................................
263
Q. 40: With $5 increments being the smallest amount you might use, if you had $100 to spend on major efforts,
how would you allocate that $100 across the following categories?.................................................................
274
Q. 40: Do you have any comments on your responses about allocation of funds for major efforts? ................
277
Are there any questions that were missed that you would like included in future surveys? .............................
281
Do you have any additional comments or suggestions?.....................................................................................
285
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QA Would you say that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right direction, or
have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Survey
Direction
Resident
would you say that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right
direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Invite
Right
Year-round
Allocation of funds toward venues used by both locals and tourists such
as the golf course, ford park and the amphitheater is logical.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Always great response to city services...... Overall Planning
Invite
Right
Year-round
Always looking at ways to improve.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Always moving things along. Not just status quo. Reexamine and adjusting
existing services, adding or dropping others as needed.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Approving Restore the Gore! Vail Trail option Environmental Priorities
Booth Park Open House Great staff Community outreach and open town
council
Invite
Right
Year-round
As a current deed restricted home owner, I am very excited about more
opportunities for locals to live in West Vail, Chamonix parcel in the near
future! This development affords locals the ability to stay in town and
raise families without moving down valley or somewhere else.
Invite
Right
Year-round
balance growth with the environment and experience
Invite
Right
Year-round
Been here over 30 years and I feel safe and proud to live here.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Change, growth, attraction .... I feel these are all among the first priorities
of TOV, and this is a large part why i continue to live here.
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Right
Year-round
Commitment to the new remodel at the hospital, commitment to address
gore creek issues, and commitment to continuing to work to bring visitors
here year-round seem to all be steps in the right direction with the first
two influencing the third.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Continued positive growth
Invite
Right
Year-round
Continuing to improve infrastructure, a.low building, improve traffic flow
which is what is needed to compete in travel destination trips
Invite
Right
Year-round
For the most part day to day business and special events are well run.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Ford Park area and the amphitheater projects look great. The flowers in
the summer and heated areas are a plus. I like that the pathway along
the gore creek is kept shoveled pretty much for walking that could be
better behind the Marriott to Forest Road to Cascade.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Generally I support the development in Vail but I'm concerned that things
like bike trails will not be completed and I think they should be.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Generally in the right direction however I am not so sure about the
underpass. I also worry about overbuilding and I see no reason for
EverVail, I am strongly against it.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Glad to see affordable housing on the agenda. Would like to see even
more in the very near future.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Good economic growth but the infrastructure of roads and parking is now
keeping up with development. Now is the time to limit future
development in the village as the roads are too busy with no parking
during peak times.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Good management and council
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Would you say that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right
Survey
Direction
Resident
direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
Invite
Right
Year-round
Good public safety and basic services
Invite
Right
Year-round
Good, dedicated professional leadership
Invite
Right
Year-round
Great events, no plastic bags, underpass
Invite
Right
Year-round
great town council
Invite
Right
Year-round
Have some progressive projects going and trying to address housing
issues. At the same time, I would like to see some 'affordable' food
options in Vail proper. Bringing in affordable housing for families, and
wanting to attract more of them in Vail and still evolving to more and
more expensive 'living', eating, etc appears to be self-defeating.
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Right
Year-round
I am pleased with the makeup of the new Town Council. I feel that they
represent the demographics and interests of the local residents.
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Right
Year-round
I enjoy living in Vail and overall the Town seems to be heading in the right
direction.
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I felt that Vail really 'grew up' for this last World Cup. I thought it was
very exciting and just the right balance between 'village' fun and a global
multi -media event. Nice going!
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I have been here for 42 years and it has way improved since then!!!
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I know the town of Vail is trying to work on their reputation with locals.
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I like the communication TOV has with us regarding changes & upcoming
events.
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I like the on going improvements in town, the guest experience and the
overall message from the Town and the Town Government.
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I like the vision that the town has for its future
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I like what the is doing but don't like what the mountain is doing
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I see that the town of vail does a lot of things for the community and they
keep the town in good shape, organized, clean.
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I think that the town is focused on maintaining a positive and unique
guest experience and facilitating a business environment that allows us to
live in town and survive.
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If it's not growing its dying.
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I'm excited to see the new developments to improve the town i.e. the
new Golf club house, Underpass and Chamonix development.
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I'm glad there are no retail marijuana establishments in Vail and I hope
the Town Council continues to vote against selling it here. The TOV
'street cleaning' crew is FABULOUS and does an amazing job of clearing
snow and then persistently cleaning up the streets. Whenever I have to
leave town and there is a snowstorm, I always feel safe AS SOON as I get
off 170 at one of the Vail exits as I know the streets will be clear and drive-
able! I receive the TOV emails and they always provide pertinent
information in a concise and timely manner. I like to feel 'in the know' on
what is going on Vail and the emails do just that.
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I'm not super involved with things as they are progressing with the TOV
but I'm super happy living here. Although, I'm not super excited about
the Sandstone underpass.
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Would you say that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right
direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
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improvements to ford park, donovan park, bike paths, bus system and
west vail employee housing project
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improving facilities to residents, increasing revenue with event traffic
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in the right direction for the most part, wrong direction or stagnant in
regards to parking, golf course projects, local school ,housing.
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It is a vibrant town with many services and amenities
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it is still thankfully, a good place to live.
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It's a clean safe pleasant place to live!
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It's not all right or all wrong. Improvements such as the new underpass
are the right direction. Careful review and planning for new construction
is right. Lack of progress on improved parking is wrong.
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It's obvious vail government cares
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I've only lived here for 8 mths do far, but very happy
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Just moved full time so have little to compare with, but things seem to be
well maintained. I am concerned about employee housing as I have
heard complaints regarding that subject.
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Love living here, all public service provided is top notch.
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More events, different events, great recreational opportunities.
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my taxes have not increased significantly. the roads, streets, and services
are adequate,
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Need to bow out of housing, regulations that are set are not followed
anyway. Example is the Commons, a lot of those units are rentals. They
were supposed to be owner occupied. Who in forces these regulations?
Not sure why we are still building more, if not regulated. I would buy one
and rent it out forever, those renting are making big money, buy low, rent
high This was not what this housing was intended for.
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New council has the opportunity to balance the needs of the rich retirees
with the needs of those of us who are still earning a living, trying to raise
families, etc. Since most are 'normal' people who are invested in the
community as a place to live, work, and play, this can hopefully result in a
better balance.
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No complaints
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no negative letters to the editor in the daily like there is for avon and
eagle-vail
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no particular reason
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Not sure about the underpass, other than that, the town is being well
maintained and kept up. The facilities are beautiful and match the
surroundings well. We're all so lucky to live in such a divine place!
Development is not being over done. I wish plans for Ever -Vail were going
ahead. I do not however wish to expand skiable terrain further - no more
encroaching on the lynx's territory and other creatures. I wish we could
get a Whole Foods! And the hospital expansion were going to be done
sooner!
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Nothing is really annoying me, we have some new stuff [golf club house
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pocket park, attempts to make parking better, good road clearing though
the pm driver seems to take malicious pleasure in plowing just my
driveway in which kind of defeats the purpose of clearing the roads if i
can't get out my driveway -sorry little rant there.
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Ongoing capital improvement projects; Entertainment options are good
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Overall is good.
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People like to live here. Vail has a good atmosphere for families with
children as well as older, possibly retired people. There are of course
issues which perhaps I will be able to comment on later in the survey.
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positive steps for ford park, donovan park, bike paths, bus system and
west vail local housing
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Quality improvements continue. New, younger Council is good.
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Quality of life is generally good. Fiscal management is responsible.
Amenities and infrastructure are in good repair. Town services are
excellent.
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Right direction but have concerns. I believe that the TOV is more
concerned about Vail Resorts and other businesses not the residents.
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Seems good
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Tax revenues seem to be increasing yet expenditures seem to be
conservative.
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The Chamonix housing project is much needed. I feel the direction of the
town is dependent on where they settle with pricing for this
development. If it's too high then they are on the wrong track. I think
that when they rebuild the other half of Timber Ridge they need to make
sure they replace it with seasonal housing. Lions Ridge is expensive and
not helpful for seasonal staffing needs of the area.
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The community is strong, with a focus on the arts, our natural resources,
and a preserving the beauty of our valley.
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The connection between the town of Vail and Vail resorts
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The mere conduct of this survey speaks volumes about the excellent
health of a town that cares to ask.
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The new council members all have an economic stake in what happens in
the community, and should be able to lead a balanced growth that is NOT
slanted toward the 'rich' retiree -interest.
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The Town Council is doing an acceptable job of managing the Town
affairs. I think the new 1-70 underpass is a HUGE waste of money, but
that's not the current Council's fault. I'm anxious for the new golf
clubhouse !
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the town council members truly care about the town.
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The Town has remained fiscally responsible and needs to stay on that
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The town isn't broke
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The Town remains fiscally responsible and is increasing efforts in
environment, climate change and sustainability.
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There is confidence and stability in the leadership of the TOV staff, and a
sense that the new council is thoughtful and not making rash decisions.
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Thoughtful decision making, encouraging public participation, good
financial situaiton
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TOV has wonderful resources, provides guests with an experience in all
seasons to be remembered, and is a great place to visit and to live.
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TOV is fiscally healthy, a great place to visit, great place to be.
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Town always looks so nice, and road work is being done. The town is very
well kept and with the promise of employee housing being built, things
will greatly improve.
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town council knows the town well and for the most part gets feed back
from the residents.
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Town Councilors reasonably sensitive to the beautiful natural resources,
scenery around us. Much of staff very sensitive. Elected officials
sometimes struggle to balance competing economic interest in over-
expanding tourist use of area with limits of capacity without abuse of
natural resources.
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Town development has been positive.
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Town seems to be making headway on it's goals
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Town seems to be organized, efficient and working well with
locals/VR/shop owners/tourists
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Trying to address issues but still have a lot. Mainly, the i70 noise.
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Underpass finally going in. More activities to draw summer tourists and
guests. Strong fire and police departments. Excellent public services.
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Unfortunately and currently, I'm working in Lake County and have a tough
time keeping up on what is happening. I have hopes for the new council.
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Vail as a resort community seems to be partnering well with Vail Resorts
and large hotels to draw destination visitors to the area. Winter is
obviously still very dominate. I do believe that additional funds/marketing
should be directed to summer events such village adventure events,
music festivals, film festivals, sporting events (like Lacrosse), etc. As the
front range population grows it will be important to market multi -day
stays from this close to Vail demographic.
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Vail is making many necessary changes and upgrades to keep us
competitive with other ski towns in the US.
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Vail Resorts owns the town government.
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We always seem to be a leader compared to other ski area towns.
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We moved here from NJ. There is little to no corruption here and
relatively good transparency. There are diverse sources of revenue for
costs. The schools are good; the town's role in them is not great.
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Yes, but they could be better. We need to somehow limit the amount of
Front Rangers clogging up our roads. The special events are well planned
and attract a good crowd.
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Business has been growing over the last few years.
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excited about the new employee housing going up and really appreciate
the amenities the town offers
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Great events
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Have lived here since 1973 ......... the 'village' experience was fun but I so
appreciate 'BRAVO', Vail Symposium, Safeway, City Mkt., our awesome
libraries, Teva ( GO PRO ) games, Gourmet on the Gore & of course the
Farmer's Mkt on Sundays!!!!!
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How much better could it be?
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love the bus convenience
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Responsible decisions, excellent visitor experiences, year round activities
and events
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So many fabulous events and we are looking forward to the new
construction to link our rental property in Sandstone more directly to the
mountain.
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Support of year round events
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THough interesting to hear the current Mayor says that the town basically
blew it with the golf course redesign. From public input through the bid
process - now 6.5 Mill$$ over budget. So maybe a lesson has been
learned? Only time will tell.
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TOV good transportation, road conditions are kept well. Infrastructure of
town seems to support the needs of the community.
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upgrades and focus on the community and guest experience.
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A delight place to spend time relaxing and even working sometimes.
Summers are particularly beautiful.
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All the improvements we have seen are a positive empact on the growth
of the city for local and tourism.
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All the services are first class and the people who live, work, and play in
Vail are some of the best.
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Always have a great experience when we come there
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Always looking to improve
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always trying to improve
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Attention to infrastructure and creating an environment that is both eco
friendly and entertaining for young and old alike.
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Because there are better street signs, trash is picked up, the buses are
good, the vail underpass.
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Bringing in events, new business, and activities year round
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Community needs are being met in a timely manner.
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Continued development and growth of amenities --seemed not to be very
affected by economic downturns. Expansion of the hospital/medical
complex is a plus Diverse options for entertainment and dining
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Continued improvements in the city
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Continuous improvements are much appreciated, as well as the well
landscaped common areas.
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council is making wise decisions, we follow the vail daily for updates
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Cultural events, year round activities
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everything is good except maybe parking problem, but bus schedules very
accomodating
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Everything is good!
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Everything runs smooth and efficient compared to where we live in DC
Metro area. !' of snow caused 8 hour delays in rush hour this past winter.
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Everything that has been done has been a change for the better in a
quality way.
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Feel that things are progressing. But there's still a lot of work to be fine.
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Generally I like all the changes, but we need more restaurants in town.
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Goals and objectives are clear, and well communicated.
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Godd bus system Good trafic upgrades
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Good atmosphere for visitors. Renovations and updates are a plus.
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Government functions improving, environmentally conscious.
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Great destination for our large family. Multiple activities. Great ambiance.
Very friendly. Great services.
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great livable place with terrific community services. You are doing it
right!
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Great transportation system. Great all year round activities.
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Happy with recent decision concerning plastic grocery bags.
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Having first visited Vial in 1995, almost the beginning, I have seen the
amazing progress made over the last 50+ years. The town is very
accommodating to non skiers then ever before. That's important as I
believe most wife's over 40 don't ski. Nothing for them to do means the
family goes elsewhere. We need more retail to drive down commercial
rates to entice a more interesting selection of stores. rates are so high
that only Galleries, Fur Shops and Tee Shirt shops can thrive.
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I dont see as many t -shirt retail stores
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I enjoy the care that Vail is taking to give it's residents a positive
experience. All the amenities, including the library, the post office, the
parks are 'right on'.
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I have been very pleased with the upkeep of the whole Vail area. Roads
well kept... amenities expanding Mountain always improving, if that is
possible!!!! Excellent attitude of all staff ... very welcoming and helpful in
all ways
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I like the way the town is getting more events, etc.
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I think in the right direction, offering many cultural events year round for
residents and tourists.
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I think that (other than parking, and affordable living for workers) Vail
looks good, the appearance of the lighting in the winter and the flowers
in the summer are beautiful, the offerings for entertainment at Vilar and
Ford Amphitheater are excellent and every town has issues, but Vail has
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worked hard to make it appealing
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I think the amenities and activities get better and better. But there is a
crowding problem -- can become a real problem if not worked on
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I'm happy to see that Vail continues to bring in fun and prominent events,
during both winter and summer.
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Improvements being made to town facilities, restaurants, lodging while
still respecting tight zoning, height restrictions, and maintenance of
town's character.
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In following the Town Council, I believe good decisions are being made
for the betterment of all Vail citizens.
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In general the right direction but the population is getting tax -weary.
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Infrastructure is well cared for, the Village is tidy, the information people
are friendly, new employee housing looks good. Chamonix is coming
along. However, it is too bad the town is always a construction site.
And, it is going to get worse when 1-70 underpass is built and when the
East Vail truck stop is enlarged. Also, our neighborhood park is being
redesigned and will be a construction site until Fall 2016. Happily I will
miss it all because I spend April to October out of town.
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investment in infrastructure, balance between out of town global and
national visitors and front range/local interests.
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investment in infrastructure, vail resorts performance, cleanliness,
growth in tourism
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It's beautiful and offers opportunities year round to keep us busy when
we are not hiking, skiing or being active.
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It's lovely.
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Just general satisfaction with how things are going
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Lots of new development and new underpass.
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Lots to do.
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Made a lot of improvements for the World Cup.
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Maintaining the high standards that Vail is know for while adding
additional attractions to encourage more visitors.
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Major efforts are being made by the City to make guests to the resort feel
appreciated.
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more beautiful every year, great improvements better traffic control in
Lionshead
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Most of the infrastructure improvements made over the years are going
in the right directions. However, if it continues that way (more asphalt
and big entrances), the town might loose its charm and character.
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new employee housing appears very well done, the underpass could
really alleviate traffic
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No big contriversies
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No problems other than screwing the golf course up and the unnecessary
round about being built.
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No significant criticisms of current operation
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Not standing still. Making moves to accommodate parking and traffic
patterns can go a long way to making an extremely confined space
accessible to more.
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Overall, things seemed to be managed in a reasonable way. There are
many issues facing the valley, but it seems to be going ok.
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Overall, Vail seems like it is going in the right direction. It's growing too
fast for my taste, but that is inevitable.
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Pretty Satisfied with things overall
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pricing out of the riff raff/ family focus- kids free art, concerts, farmers
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programs offered throughout the year
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Public Safety in both police and fire seems excellent. The bus
transportation is excellent - the employees are friendly and the service is
prompt and on time. The development of new buildings seem well
thought out. The city is clean and people seem happy to visit the area.
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Realize the need for changes based on economics of area, visitor needs,
so many second home owners, county is really fed by Vail...
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Reasonable and well controlled development. Public transit seems to be
working well.
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Reasonable development sensitive to what makes for a world class resort
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Safe, Fun, etc..
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Seeing much improvement in facilities and infra structure. Town looks
beautiful.
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Seems to be a good partnership between the town and the resort.
Appears to be a good amount of investment toward building 12 month
community. Biggest problem I see as an outsider is the lack of full time
residents. Need more affordable housing in town rather than all of it
down valley.
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THe amount of constructions shows economic growth. Ski mountain
seems to be very well visited. the village continues to be attractive.
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The economy seems to be improving in Colorado resort areas and Vail
seemss to going along with this trend.
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The improvements are great. We are very happy the new golf course
clubhouse is finally underway.
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The improvements that Vail has made (and continues to make) have
added tremendous value to the community.
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The infrastructure changes in terms of heated walk ways and fountains
have really made the town Iovely.The landscapes are so well cared for
and maintained.
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The overall experience of being in Vail (all four seasons) is without equal.
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The town had to do what it could to come out of the recession. I feel as
though it succeeded, but now needs to focus and address current
problems.
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The town looks good. There is a lot of activity. Special events.
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The town of Vail looks and feels better with more and better restaurants,
nicer hotel facilities and an overall better sense of community.
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The town seems to be always a step ahead of us, and ahead of other
cities/towns. We like the parks and renovations; constant improvements
of roads; friendly rules; town meetings/picnics; etc. Year round public
and free events are a big draw for us (part time residents) and visitors!
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The town seems to be moving generally in the right direction. The DRB is
way too powerful and over the top. They nit pick just to show you they
can. It is absurd. There are also pockets of junky places the TOV does
nothing about, for example, the shacks on Geneva. The DRB picks at
people who are upgrading their property but the town does nothing
about houses that are literally falling down.
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The underpass. Good activities available. Good people working for the
town
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There are plenty of activities available which appeal to a wide range of
people. Lots of special events to draw outsiders.
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There is a good balance of continual development and upgrades, while at
the same time not loosing the natural beauty of Vail and preserving what
is important.
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things are looking up, and the potential Ever Vail is exciting
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Things seem to be getting better with less construction.
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Though I would like to see dogs allowed on TOV bus, especially ones that
can be carried.
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town has modernized facilities to keep its world class status
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Town is busy, but things seem to be working.
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Town is well run and managed.
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Town is well run and seems to be in harmony with the needs of the
residents and VR
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Town keeps updating (Lionshead entrance, hospital upgrade, new
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town seems stable
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upgrading of town facilities, more bike paths
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Vail continues to be a place where people want to come to.
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Vail continues to grow and expand in a thoughtful and progressive way
(Not too fast, but not impeding).
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Vail continues to make significant improvements to the town and the
mountain.
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Vail is a resort town and should stay that way.
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Vail is always improving as well as looking for ways to keep the 'small
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Vail isn't perfect, but I do believe that when pot use on the slopes is
reported to the police, something should be done. We witnessed a man
take a huge hit of weed and then immediately crashed into an elderly
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Would you say that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right
direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
gentleman in the lift line, injuring him, then laughed in the old man's face
and told him he should learn to ski better. We reported this to the police
on the mountain, who said there was nothing he could do. This is wrong
and will end up hurting the image of Vail, which I don't think anyone
wants.
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Vail Village and Lionshead have become an attraction for visitors as well
as residents and families. The areas are inviting and of course beautiful.
It's quite easy to access by car, bus, or in the summer, bike.
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We do not spend a lot of time there so my answers are not very
educated, but from observation, the town seems to strike a good balance
between development/improvement and conservation. Services are
excellent. Affordable housing obviously a problem, but not an easy one
to address.
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we have owned property in vail since 1966. lots of changes. retail and
resturants are great. little conveniences are lacking like the Rucksack
used to have for basics. it was a great store. mountain amazing but really
expensive w/o a pass. a welcome center/info, not the one up the
mountain of stairs, would be great in the village. if there i missed it for
years. i love vail in every season.
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We just purchased a residence in Vail last year. We think the town is very
well kept.
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We need to keep making improvements in our community, but we need
to do it the right way.
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We see improvement each time we visit.
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we see improvements in Vail every time we visit, one suggestion
regarding waste disposal. A waste drop of point might be made available
for short time visitors. We as property owners have no way to sign up
with a disposal company for one or two months per year, so waste
disposal becomes a problem.
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with the exception of the decision to do the golf course project I believe
things are going in the right track. I strongly believe the intention of the
land by the previous owner was open space and it's past use .... not a huge
facility that is being constructed. I understand how the lawsuit
progressed, however I feel the decision to move forward was short
sighted and convenient to not respect the past requests.
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You have a tight grip on development which is always the right approach
in the end.
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You went bag free. Yay!!
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Amenities Commercial real estate Access Mountain upgrades
business
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Beautiful architecture. Heated pedestrian only streets. Live music.
business
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In general the right direction because of the environmental protection
business
efforts and these efforts in conjunction with the continuing facelift and
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updating of Vail as a premier international, family friendly ski resort. I am
concerned for the small business owner in the face of the massive
buildings being constructed in Lionshead. The Arabelle has removed
sunshine from the center - and its a bit dreary and cold in the shade.
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It continues to be a world class destination for high end travelers
business
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public transportation system is working efficiently. Town wifi is
business
satisfactory.
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the TOV has maintained standards for development consistent with its
business
beginnings
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The town continues to make improvements - constantly enhancing the
business
experience.
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The town just keeps getting better and better, thinking about every
business
change they make and caring about the town and its people. Love how
only
the care about the people visiting.
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Vail continually invests in improving.
business
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Vail seems quiet, clean, and well run. Vail's planning department is a bit
business
of a pain.
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After living here for 22 years, things seem to be doing better
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I am a 50+ year valley resident (with a 7 year sebatical, and returning 2.5
only
yrs. ago). I worked for the TOV as a Vail Host the first summer I returned
because I wanted to be acquainted with the changes that occurred in my
absence. It was all terrific! Summer tourists were all excited about being
here, as I was years ago! Great fun job! -- couldn't continue working the
following season due to unexpected health issue.
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It looks great and you don't seem to worried about spending a ton of
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money on updating the park by booth falls
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My experience with the Town is that it functions more like private
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enterprise in terms of efficiency and healthy democratic representative
government at the same time. Great staff, great boards and volunteers,
great collaboration.
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Strong leadership, continued capital investment, and continued
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Vail is always clean, very well manicured and roads are well marked and
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cleaned during winter months
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I fell that the Vail government is approachable and committed to making
the Vail experience positive and the village clean and the streets well
maintained, as is the parks
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Sound management. No drama
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abhorrent non-existent , expensive parking
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Catering to a crowd of limited money and not taking a stand against Vail
Resorts especially over parking. If they want to offer cheap passes then
they should deal with the parking problem.
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Catering to uber wealthy and not taking care of residents and employees
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Density of buildings and populations make the town too urban and has no
charm. Architecture is inconsistent and unattractive.
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Don't see need for additional roundabout
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Events need to attract the demographic of people that spend money,
bring families to play and want to make Vail a routine in their holiday and
future visits. The concern venues are attracting non spenders, 'party hard'
mentality and its a deterrent to the more sophisticated visitor. As a result,
the client Vail should be attracting is going elsewhere.
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Failure to address parking Slow response to stream degradation Way too
much emphasis on events, events, events
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Families are being pushed away from town, due to high price, rent,
mortgage, gas, groceries, pre-school and school fees, which are higher
then anywhere else. Feel like town is directed towards the tourist and
resort business and 'rich crowd' no place for middle / working class.
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Housing prices are unrealistic for year round residents who work in the
valley. The little people like myself are what make this town what it is and
I don't want to get pushed out. Parking has improved somewhat in the
past couple years, however, instead of using our limited space to build
more mansions, consider other parking options. Maybe another garage,
or lot. I hear multiple complaints from guests about parking everyday.
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I believe that The Town of Vail is becoming overcrowded and losing it's
charm.
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I fall somewhere in-between right directon and wrong track - I think that
the town is doing right and then I see information on recycling that is
posted on a dumpster and to my knowledge nothing regarding recycling
right of way has been published in the newspapers or anywhere else.
Also quantity seems to be the norm rather than quality of the people who
are encouraged to come to Vail
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I feel that the community development planning department is
overstepping their authority and not upholding their responsibility to the
community. Based on instruction from an earlier town attorney, as town
planners, they are to relay the zoning rules and regulations to the
planning commission and town council in an unbiased way. They can
then make a recommendation based on the how a proposal meets those
criteria. This concept seems to be lost as the staff memos have become
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quite biased at times. This is inappropriate and misleading to the planning
commission and council which then leads to an unfair representation of
these boards to the community they serve. Since few commissioners and
council members have any experience with zoning and land use issues,
they relay on the staff to furnish all the facts to make their decision. In
addition, these board members should receive professional training on
why the rules and regulations exist and how they are to be applied by the
staff, the selected boards and the elected officials.
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I feel that Vail doesn't care about there locals.
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I feel the town is getting overrun with events ... one weekend last year
there was 4 events happening all at once ... it was crazy. I do feel the town
and Vail Resorts is sucking the life out of the town for locals to create a
mecca for others to be there. There needs to be a balance.
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I feel the towns focus has been more on tourism and less on the locals. If
town and the mountain continue to become more overcrowded and
expensive I feel locals will be pushed out
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I have relocated my business from the town to a down valley location due
to the high costs: license fees employee parking. Rents ( not your fault )
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I love the town of Vail. But, the spending is out of control. We are
spending huge sums on items that add little value. I am opposed to the
golf course spending (which has divided the town). I am also opposed to
the spending on the new roundabout. I believe that will benefit few
people (and eventually the builders of EverVail) and those are not the
people paying for it. I am also opposed to the huge expenditures on
affordable housing at Timber Ridge.
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I see way too much building going on. It appears that the town does not
pay attention to the infrastructure that is needed to support the increase
in size and number of people taking up residence. One of the biggest
problems is lack of affordable parking for our seasonal guests. Just look
at the frontage roads.
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I think that most of what the town does it does well. What they are really
missing the boat on is housing. The customer service in Vail has taken a
big hit, because of a lack of reasonable employees.
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I think the the situation with pay and housing are really bad.
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i70 is overbearingly loud almost every hour of the day. Any sort of barrier
could help.. From Trees or berms on the simple side to Covering it or
building an underground tunnel.. Which seems like an ideal plan.
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It keeps getting harder to be a full-time resident. There are so many
events resulting in no parking (especially in summer with Bravo, etc.) that
we end up going to Avon or Edwards to dine out and it has become
difficult to enjoy the town we live in. Too many events for drunk/stoned
20 -somethings. Insufficient parking all year. Town rents too pricey for a
diversity of shops and restaurants, and many restaurants cater to the
tourists and don't value the loyalty of locals.
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It's gotten very'hyped'. Many of the special events brought in are for
people who don't care about the town, just the event and they can be
very rude, aggressive, disruptive, etc.
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It's now a huge resort without the unique flavor of the ski town it once
was.
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Keep thinking that the taxpayers should provide housing for employees
for the wealthy shop owners is just wrong. The reason why they get away
with paying so little is because local governments are willing to throw the
taxpayers money at it. The local governments are the problem.
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Locals are not living in the Vail. The housing is not affordable and locals
are being pushed down valley. Its loosing its community appeal
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Not enough parking close in and price gouging on parking.
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Not enough winter parking safely and charge way too Much
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Not listening to residents or paying attention to their needs. 'We know
better' attitude by town council and government officials. Failure of the
police department to enforce basic safety issues such as speed limits.
Lack of attention to our residential neighborhoods.
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Not really sure who Vail is trying to attract here. We need more
affordable housing and less Million plus dollar homes.
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over development
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Quality of life has continued to deteriorate. High density with large
buildings and parking on the frontage road makes Vail a difficult place to
live on a year round basis.
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Spreading yourself too thin by trying to do too much. You cant be all
things to all people.
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The new underpass is totally unnecessary and will make eastbound travel
from my home a real challenge. I am not is favor of changing the soft
path in Vail. It is 'world class' just the way it is.
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the police don't seem to care to in force the laws the town council seems
intent on giving away the town to this who want free the town council
seems to defer to vail resorts
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The population is growing, yet the town is not adjusting for it.
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the rec district needs new management. Need more than just golf please!
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The things the town spends money on, I think could be better used. I am
happy that we have clean streets, but 5+ days a week I see people
walking around with brooms and dust pans... wandering... trying to find
trash... I like the flowers, but I see HUGE crews for weeks and weeks
planting them... ever thought of perennials instead? The police
department seems WAY over staffed for the amount of time they sit in
their cars doing speed traps, both on the frontage road as well as the
interstate. Sorry, that was more than a'few' words
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The TOV has spent immense effort on a bag ordinance that makes no net
difference in carbon footprint. Meanwhile the TOV spends huge effort
and money in getting guests to fly here, hopefully to Eagle, even better
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yet in a private jet, to hopefully stay in an overbuilt hotel, condo, or home
occupied only a few months a year (even better if the owners do a
remodel) and hopefully spend lots of money on disposable fashion items
accessed on heated streets (I don't care how many carbon credits are
bought from wind farms in Iowa). Check the carbon footprint on a jet
flight. No wonder we have worldwide climate problems. Suggestion, cut
off the funding to Eagle airport. Vail, a town that has encouraged no
office space creation, only low paying hotel/ski service jobs. Read the
banner headline at every news outlet in any major city; Denver, Portland,
DC.... there is no decent housing being created below $250K. Vail's
problem is even more of our own making, because we have no decent job
base beyond relying on a hospital to magically be our salvation. 50 units
in West Vail, swell idea; effective planning, not so much. Vail planning
for a sustainable community; virtually none. TOV 2015 year in review
page 07, top left paragraph, last sentence; ..... neighborhood nuisances,
such as parking and noise. Is that how the town staff views actual guests,
as nuisances? How do they feel about residents?
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The town and its constituents are too heavily influenced by the financial
interests of Vail Resorts. In the past, this relationship was more mutually
beneficial. That relationship has shifted to a parasitic one where the
corporation enjoys benefits that the town and its residents miss out on.
One need only look at the steady reports of record profits to shareholders
while the town remains with the problem of housing cheap labor to reap
those profits for the corporation.
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The Town Council thinks it can legislate morality. Do they really think that
by Banning POT that it will not exist in Vail. Tell the Council to get there
Heads out of the Sand!
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The town is forgetting about the locals that are the core of the
community
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The Town now seems to be a slave to increasing sales tax revenues and
discarding the small town feel in the process. EG, the new underpass
under 170 and widening of north frontage road.
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The town seems to protect the status quo and make home projects
difficult with overly burdensome approvals and procedures. New
housing and renovations need to be fast tracked to update the aging
housing which is throughout the town. The core commercial Vail
properties are showing their age and vacancies or non essential
businesses seem to come and go without a significant improvement of
the properties. New blood, new ideas and removal of cumbersome
roadblocks allowing new projects are needed.
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There is an excessive focus on exclusivity and wealth with reduced
appreciation for residents. I am not referring to ski lift operator or other
seasonal employees when I say residents, rather I mean the people
working middle and upper -middle employment facets within the valley.
These people like the majority of hospitality and medical staff are given
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little appreciation for the essential role they play in ensuring Vail is the
season ski mecca the town promotes itself as.
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There is more consideration for tourists and adding events thatn
consideration for full time residents.
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Too many events causing dangerous parking on frontage road.
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Too many events for the available parking. Last summer we were unable
to find parking in order to take guests to dinner in Vail Village
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Too much focus on helping businesses and not on residents who pay
property taxes.
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Town Council has gone from visionary with big business experience to
tactical small business focused. I'd like to see a mix of both.
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Using open space as a roadway on Bald Mountain Road is very disturbing.
Much noise, pollution and dust. You should find an alternative on the
west end of Bald Mountain road.
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Vail resorts with its epic pass is causing the infrastructure to feel
inadequate.
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Vails track that bigger is better, crowding is good is not a good Vail
experience.Quanity over quality is going to lower the Vail experience.
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Val is put too much focus into making it expensive and unattainable
which is led to a Denton in the quality of people making a lifestyle here
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Very little affordable housing
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VR and TOV are taking Vail in the bigger and busier direction, at the
expense of what used to be a quality experience. Most conversations
used to be about how wonderful it was to live in Vail, now they are about
moving somewhere else.
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We need rentals for local working people that are affordable. There are
too many dark houses for weeks at a time. The mountain is too crowded
and we need to better the parking situation.
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We wont ticket tourists because that would be mean even though they
take up 3 spaces in the structure. The new softball fields came out less
than desirable. Are we ever going to get a sky bridge from Matterhorn to
the grocery store?!?
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It seems like Vail is becoming a retirement community for wealthy people
and the working locals are being pushed out. The locals keep losing
things!
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Lions Ridge was supposed to be affordable housing. There is nothing
affordable about it. I was supposed to be for working families but all the
working families I know that inquired about living there could not afford
to do so.
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Too many issues are being pursued (i.e. laws re: recycling/no plastic bags)
that really have no impact on the public other than being a nuisance and
money maker for the government or other private companies (the trash
company) while public safety issues - the biggest being lack of parking for
visitors and residents alike - continue to build and become more of a
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problem.
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Too many loud concerts drawing the wrong type of crowd that doesn't
spend money
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Town government doesn't listen and then act upon the people.
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1. The TOV is not 'friendly' to its high end residents. For this reason, I
chose not to buy my multi-million dollar home within Vail. Most residents
of the Vail area are in the fortunate position of being able to choose
among places like Boca, Aspen, Vail, etc. for my vacation homes and
vacation dollars. More particularly, your police department is too harsh,
rude, etc. I am very supportive of police; however, there is not a
recognition that they are serving residents who are not ruffians, drug
dealers, etc. but rather comfortable middle age (and more) residents. My
views are shared by others. It leaves a bad taste in my mouth,
encouraging me to eat, shop, etc. down Valley, and to never consider
buying within the town of Vail. Additionally, subsidized housing does not
belong in the Town of Vail. Town officials need to figure out how to put
subsidized housing in Minturn or elsewhere but not in the town. Andy,
didn't you take 'Growth of Cities' at Wharton's Political Science Dept??? .
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1. Too much building. More is no longer better. 2. Too many permits and
regulations required to do the smallest thing. 3. No concern by the town
for stated interests, such as when a tennis court at Golden Peak was
turned into pickle ball courts, then the second ne was approved recently
to also go to pickle courts, despite the wish from multiple tennis players
to maintain the present situation.
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As more and more stores/shops in Vail Village are owned/operated by
Vail Resorts, the stores have become more financially driven than
customer/guest focused, and thus overall guest relations have suffered.
That can be seen by the continuing decline in the ratings by Ski Magazine
where Vail always used to be number one or two in the country, but over
the last few years the rank continues to decline. Perhaps the
management of the Vail stores needs to refocus its commitment to the
guests of Vail. Ask why more lodging rates are being discounted just to
get bookings when the snow at Vail was great this year and there were
poor conditions in the eastern half of the country.
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Becoming too high-rise and too crowded in the summer
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Development is out of control. Building lots meant for one house are
being split into two lots with two duplexes on them. No architectural
control over what is being built on them. Vail police have turned the town
into a speed trap. We need control, but giving tickets for doing 28 in a 25
zone is not very welcoming for the tourists who support the area.
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Don't understand why your building a tunnel under 170. Seams like a
waste. Wish the zip line and roller coaster at the top of lions head was
not built
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Events such as Winterfest and Spring Back have gotten shorter and not as
interesting.
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Fall Line Drive is in bad repair. You repaved all the roads around us,
which weren't in as bad shape. The retaining wall next to Fall Line Drive is
coming apart is several areas. I feel that you are not treating all
residents equally.
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I am handicapped and tired of being treated poorly at check point Charlie
when parking there for the 2 hour limit. it really is uncomfortable. Also
TOV is starting to look a little like Disney World :) We love the free
concerts in winter and summer. And of course farmers market is amazing
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I find the town of Vail does not welcome Denver folks and does a poor job
of welcoming tourists.
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In part., some of TOV council members and their local merchant status
seem in conflict of interest. Seems number of events during warm season
weekends to bring business to town is nearing excessive.
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It seems that the town of Vail is too attached to Vail Associates and
Developers such that decisions are often made that seem good for these
companies vs the town and residents. The town and facilities should
serve both residents and tourists and maintain its connection to the
environment surrounding the town.
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Just a bit of rotten grapes; I miss having shops that catered as much to
locals as to tourists.
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Lease rates have driven a lot of retailers out of the village and we have
ended up with either big chains (i.e., The Tavern) or lots of tee shirt
shops. All of the big projects (Solaris, 4 Seasons, The Ritz) have made Vail
village lose its intimate feeling.
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Nothing done do quite noice from trucks and motorcycles within the
town and alone 1-70. Traffic speed within the neighborhood is excessive
to the point of not being able to safely walk alone or with pets.
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The amount of traffic on and off the mountain is making it more difficult
to enjoy the things we love about Vail. Why doesn't Vail Resort put a cap
on the number of skiers on the mountain.
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The design and review board in denying in town residents the ability to
update, rebuild, renovate existing structures that need to be replaced.
However, the renovating of the old structures in town are being allowed
and are well needed.
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The increase in density is overall a good thing, however when new
development is allowed to be constructed that would impede the few
open space areas, such as the Evergreen Lodge development impeding
into the Middle Creek riparian area, the City is not providing appropriate
balance of allowing new development and protecting open space and the
environment.
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The paradigm seems to be condemn, raze, build something new in the
same undistinguished look all over town. Vail used to have character and
now has uniformity and lack of imagination in its look
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The town has become all about revenue generation for business and not
quality of life for residents.
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The town has become too commercialized. I think the town has given
Vail Resorts too much power and that the town has gone from a nice
upscale ski town to a fully commercialized ski resort where money is all
that matters. How is it that a local resident in the town and surrounding
area cannot afford a seasonal ski pass to Vail Mountain? That should say
it all right there. I love my home in Vail, but the mountain and town are
just too overcrowded to the point of making skiing dangerous rather than
enjoyable. This was quite different 10 years ago.
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The town is becoming overcrowded at certain times and the already
taxed parking situation is now really a major cause of concern.
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There is too much emphasis on changing the facades of the buildings in
town. The hospital should have moved rather than expand at a location
that is ill suited for a hospital, and better suited for a hotel. Parking is still
an issue that remains unsolved.
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Things are too expensive. We need a local grocery store. People are
begging for this.
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To many remodeling rules
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Too many giant developments
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Too many huge developments. They are out of character and make the
town feel heavy and dark in places.
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Too many large new properties requiring employees, but few affordable,
nearby places for employees to live.
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too much commercialization Vail is losing its personal charm and
uniqueness
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Too much high rise construction
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Too much traffic. Too many people. Appealing to people who are rude,
don't spend money, drink too much, on pot. These events are not
attracting the kind of people Vail should be trying to appeal to. Not
longer exclusive if half the Front Range is here
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Town Council is more supportive of businesses (large) than property
owners.
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Vail has become increasingly crowded, not only in winter but now also in
summer due to the increased marketing from VRI and TOV. This results in
a degraded experience and the perception from many that Vail has
become too crowded to enjoy. The site of frontage road parking, once a
rare event years ago is now an every weekend event, both winter and
summer.
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Vail Resorts is making Vail more and more not family friendly as it raises
its rates on everything. If someone is a doctor and still hesitates coming
to Vail because of the cost to bring a family of four on a ski vacation then
something is wrong with this town. We chose to buy a place in Vail, as
opposed to Aspen, because it was family friendly. Expecting people to
spend more than $20,000 for a family vacation makes Vail an exorbitant
elitist destination.
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direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
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West Vail is being neglected. The Town has landscaped along 1-70 in East
Vail and the Golf Course area to a remarkable extent, even putting up a
sound barrier in East Vail. You know what West Vail looks like: bare,
unattractive, fully exposed to 8 LANES of CONSTANT NOISY, DUSTY
TRAFFIC. We need extensive, dense evergreen tree plantings as a screen
from the highway, as well as to cover the view from the highway of
unattractive buildings. Please make an effort to make the whole Town
of Vail attractive and WOODED, not just East Vail, Vail Village, Lionshead,
and soon, Ever Vail. West Vail shouldn't be treated by the Town like a
second class area. Our property values are as high, in some cases higher,
than East Vail. We pay taxes too.
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Because more and more effort is being made to create a metropolitan
business
environment i what was intended to be a mountain skiing community.
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Biggest issue, parking. Have neglected to address the issue but have
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It is upsetting that nothing that is not owned by Vail Resorts can survive.
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There is no way to survive in the town working if you are not part of the
resort. The housing is completely un -affordable.
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Buildings are getting to large, i think the hotels are getting to many rooms
to fill. There are getting to be to many people here, it is starting to turn
people off and not come here. Especially on wkends!
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don't know the people who work in town anymore
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Happy town is keeping pot shops out
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I don't know about the whole town in general but I do know that the
housing market is going in the wrong direction there is very limited
housing for people that actually work and want to live in Vail and the
housing that is available is ridiculous expensive when you take in account
that Vail resorts monopolizes the employment market and pays most
people $10 an hour most homeowners don't live here they rent there
homes out by the night or week at a super premium and if they do long
term rental its priced so high it takes 5-6 people in a 2 bedroom house to
afford it.
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I don't know much about the towns politics until recently. I do feel that
we need a more community driven focus. I understand we are a resort
town but feel that the community is what supports the resort economy.
Happy workers, happy guests. I would say I have noticed more
information available to me and the public (citizens) with in the last 6
months than before.
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I don't think we are on a wrong track or a right track, I think it is great that
the town works to inform all of its residents on projects. I do think that
there needs to be a younger generation included in the town and town
planning ideas. I think putting together a panel of people in their 30's to
have input can help the town stay relevant. As a homeowner we are
some of a very few who have been able to afford to live and start our
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family in Vail. However, the long term doesn't look promising for us to
stay here. I think it is important to have more input on building ideas and
color schemes. For example the new Timber Ridge looks terrible, who
ever approved the color scheme for the new buildings should be fired. It
looks cheap and devalues the appearance of our town, just because it is
employee housing and subsidized doesn't mean it needs to look bad. I
feel like we stepped back into cheap Denver housing.
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I like the new golf corse clubhouse that is being built for another place to
grab a bite. However, I don't know what else is going on in town...
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I suppose I don't know because it is such a joy to live here and I know that
I am luckier than 99.99% of everyone in the world! .... and so I do not pay
alot of attention to TOV matters.
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I think generally things are going in the right direction apart from the
massive over spend on the golf course clubhouse which I find ridiculous.
This is very poor project management indeed.
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I think the town continues to grow, improve infrastructure and I love all
of the events. However, town and the mountain are often too busy, and I
feel that it's only a matter of time before the current housing situation
and inability for businesses to hire because if it causes everything to
implode.
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I think the Town is an 'Epic' success. I enjoy the economic vitality that the
success has brought to the Town; secure employment and likely long-
term return on home value, but have some concerns about the
congestion, crowding, loss of small-town feel. I find that I am put -off
attending events because off the congestion, and wonder if guests will
begin to feel this way too.
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i think there are getting to be to many people here. Especially on
weekends. You are destroying why people have come to Vail in the past.
Is parking on Ft. Rd and walking to lifts in ski boots a that a good
experience??
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If the construction on the high rises in Vail proper would cease, the town
would be on the right track. Also, adding incentive programs for
affordable housing is key. When there is no where for employees to live,
that will come back and hurt business owners eventually, if it hasn't
already. KUDOS the plastic bag ban!!! Now if Avon would only follow
suit ... that would be AMAZING.
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I'm not familiar with everything that goes on but it's easy to see that
things that should be an absolute priority - like our insufficient parking
situation - are ignored while other things that are not even needed - like a
new event center (yes, I know it isn't officially called that but that's what
it is!) at the golf course - are given over -the -top attention, even to the
point of needless over spending. I understand a new club house was
needed but the way the whole thing was handled was an outrage.
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In general, I question where some of our tax monies are being spent and
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how they are being prioritized. It feels like the priorities are gauged
towards the young (e.g. skate park, etc) while we have a vibrant aging
population (baby boom generation) which gets little attention.
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Not sure what the question is directed about.
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Quality facilities, entertainment, and year round activities makes the
town great for people of means. People who can not afford the live and
work in Vail or Valley are going to struggle as property goes up and
wages stay stagnant. This will effect overall development and the
community as a whole.
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Seem to be moving in too many directions at once. What is the final
picture of Vail going to look like in 5 to 10 years?
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Still observing because recently moved here full time
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There seems no to be confusion within town managers. Do we want to be
a small town or a small town with zoning densities similar to nyc? What's
best for the town to maximize all property to max the number of people
who can live on it. Lack of housing is nothing new but I don't believe an
urban density similar to nyc is the answer.
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To many hotels. Town caters more to visitors than locals. I like our home
town feel more than world class resort.
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Town Council is not very transparent.
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getting too crowded; not enough parking; may 'kill the goose'
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With the major spotlight being on the upcoming presidential election -
admittedly I have not paid as much attention to local politics in the recent
months.
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as a non-resident, non-voter in local elections, people do not spend much
time keeping us informed. the TOV Homeowners Association fills that
function.
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Don't know which 'things' you are referring to?
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For property owners that are not residents, it is difficult to keep track of
happenings.
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I am currently only able to spend 2 weeks a year in Vail. I hope to change
that when I retire in the next few years.
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I am new to owning a property there.
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I appreciate the strong planning that has happened in the town ... great
amenities... always done to a high standard. I am concerned that the town
has become a very expensive playground... will my kids able to enjoy this
great family destination? This may be more of an issue with Vail Resorts,
then the town of Vail.
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I haven't been living in Vail long enough to have a firm opinion.
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I try to keep up with what's happening but being a part time resident but
often I don't have enough to keep up unless I am in town watching town
of Vail city meetings on TV.
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I'm not sure the decisions being made are in the best interests of
everyone who lives in Vail.
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direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
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its been interesting to watch vail grow and evolve..... but I do wonder if it
will lose its charm and small town charm
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Just bought my house recently - still getting a feel for the town.
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Many good things happening and some I don't like.
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Not much info on what TOV is doing.
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not sure on the town plans fully
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Only been a resident for 10 months so not sure yet!
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Public parking is insufficient and building codes are badly overly -
restrictive. Other matters are okay to good.
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Sometimes I think Vail might be over building large hotels.
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The updates in town are nice but am concerned its trying to grow to large
beyond confines of what is built. Also for Booth Falls area, would like Vail
to consider berms for noise reduction from 1-70.
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There is lots of new construction, but my fear is that many people are
priced out of the market, including rental housing for employees.
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Try not to get too involved with the Town as its become way TOO busy
and populated.
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Vail has become so 'upscale' and expensive that I spend less and less time
in the village. I love to ski and love being in the Gore Range during the
summer. Vail Village is becoming the 'Front Range West', so why fight the
traffic to get to what I'm trying to escape!
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We just acquired property, but we love it there enough to have
purchased.
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We just purchased our condo 1.5 years ago and don't know how the town
affairs are trending.
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We really enjoy our time in Vail. It meets our needs and we do not pay
very much attention to what is going on in terms of planning, governance,
etc.
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While a lot of the development in the last decade has been positive, Vail
should do more to create better growth. The town lacks energy much of
the year, and still seems too much like a purist stopover. The town needs
great restaurants that aren't in the very expensive category, more
interesting shops, etc. More parking with better access (ingress, egress)
in Vail Village would help.
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I should be more informed, but at the current time don't feel well versed
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I spend little time in Vail and when I visit it is to ski.
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new underpass connecting the Frontage roads is good. Don't like the
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idea of allowing things like zip line on Vail mtn.
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You need to be more specific in your question. Some areas are heading in
the right direction and some are not. There is need for improvement.
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Improvements, town looks good - enjoy spending time there
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The new underpass will help. Moving toward town wide recycling is a
good thing.
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You have completely neglected Lionhead. The road from Dobson to the
skier drop off is extremely hazardous. The sidewalk is always extremely
icy and the hotel buses travel within inches of pedestrians. The speed
limit should be reduced to 10 MPH and the sidewalks should either be
combined and or completely separated from the road.
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(1) 1 was happy with the new council persons who were elected (relative
to their stated missions/goals) (2) Regarding a current topic, I like the
thoughtful but practical approach to the Gore Creek improvements. FYI, I
wish I had more time and energy to attend council meetings, and hope to
in the future.
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All services are provided in a timely fashion and kept up to date
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Always up kept, roads plowed well
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As a practicing architect in town, I appreciate the effort that the town
makes to keep everyone updated.
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Building local housing is a positive
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Business is more consistent in off seasons, prime season business in
summer and winter is very good, housing options can still be improved
for working class
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business owners, some with families, that recognize the need to
modernize some of the towns ways.
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Business still growing, tourism still growing, now year round
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Businesses, events, and the mountain continue attracting people to town.
TOV seems able to finance projects and keep up with necessary services.
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Continued improvements and general concern for environment, safety
and fun atmosphere.
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Continued investment in the infrastructure and facilities of the
community (such as new Golf Club House)
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Dealing with issues such as lack of housing and Eagle River.
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Everyone's focus is primarily the same
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excited about new housing being built in west vail
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excited to see more housing coming online especially the West Vail
project. Very exciting!
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Generally going in right direction. There are some areas for
improvement.
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generally the right direction. Not sure I approve of the location of the
underpass on the North Frontage Road. Don't approve of the upgrade
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proposal for The Vail Trail.
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Good events, good new development (chamonix), more environmentally
thoughtful council (gore creek restoration etc)
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Good, attentive governance that takes the time to consider the views and
needs of residents.
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housing project in West Vail is a great idea!
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I believe that overall the leadership is sound with voices from the
longtime residents to some of the new folks that have moved to Vail. I
believe that all the town council listens to the residents...
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I believe the town is focusing on the issues at hand, including housing,
economic opportunity and guest satisfaction. While the 'old guard' has a
lot to say (and likes things the way 'they used to be'), the town needs to
move on while allowing them to have their say.
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I feel that it's more than a ski resort. It's a real livable town with great
facilities for young children and adults.
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I generally agree the Town is headed in the right direction by allowing
new and redevelopment. The Town should be using taxpayer money for
employee housing and not pretend its only a development related issue
which it is not. You need to make trade-offs with developers to obtain
employee housing or dollars in lieu. West Vail and Matterhorn has been
ignored for too long and needs to be redeveloped.
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I get the email updates from town and work with them through another
local government. I always get the impression that the town and its staff
are focused, professional, and doing what is needed.
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I have seen the conversation about gore creeks water quality take wind.
There is also a lot of initiative for new trails in town - something beneficial
for health and tourism.
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I know that you have a great town council and am in the fan club several
members. I know they will do good things.
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I like all of the activities, the lights and the flowers.
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I like the ease of recycling, I also like the parks and recreation
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I like the new council and think they are handling the issues as well as
possible. The Gore Creek revival is important especially.
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I love being a Vail resident.
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I see awareness and progress regarding the health of Gore Creek and
opportunities for 'affordable housing' for families who want to be part of
this community - full time / year round.
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I see increased awareness and progress concerning the health of Gore
Creek and opportunities for 'affordable housing'.
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I see more involvement from all the departments, including the police,
the fire department, the town, etc.
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I think all of the current projects are incredibly beneficial to our
community and I am grateful for them but parking and employee housing
still seem to be an issue. We are a world class resort that is being
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affected by the housing market for employees to live in at affordable
rates. Many great members of our community are moving because they
cannot afford housing with their current income. I don't know how much
longer a lowert to middle class will be sustainable in our community. To
remain a world class resort we need good and qualified candidates for
many of the service jobs. The quality of employees has declined at many
of the restaurants and may continue unless more affordable housing is
available for better qualified employees. Realizing that much of the
overflow parking on the frontage roads are guests with passes from the
front range but they take many hours to get here and then have to park
blocks and miles from the resort. I am mostly concerned about safety
issues regarding parking on the frontage road.
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I think in the right direction what with building affordable housing in the
town of Vail to hopefully keep families with children in the town. RSES is
our only local public school, we need to make sure it stays!
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I think that the Town of Vail is continuing to try their best to be a town,
not just a resort.
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I think that vail is headed in the right track when it comes to being a great
place. Transportation is on point the only think I would change is cost of
living.
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I think the town is in great condition. Lots of parks and community areas.
The shopping and food alternatives are great. Finally it is great to see the
town addressing the housing issue and planning on the Chamonix project
going ahead.
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I think the Town of Vail looks to fill 'need times' with different activities
and events that help bring people here. I think they support local events
and help enhance the experience for the guests and locals.
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I think Vail is doing tremendously well on the foreign marketing. It never
ceases to amaze me how many rich Mexicans pour into this town at
Christmas and over Spring Break. I do worry that Vail is losing American
tourism to the other ski resorts and resort towns.
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I would say that they are on track more that right or wrong
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Identifying and responding to the issues that plague our valley - parking
and affordable housing. Thank you for not sweeping them under the rug.
The town continues to always put its best foot forward in offering the
best experience for our local residents and guests from athletic events to
cultural offerings.
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Investments in infrastructure
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Lots of great projects like the bike trails being developed, affordable
housing on track to develop more local housing opportunities. great
development of new festivals and funding of worthwhile projects like the
golf course clubhouse. one bad one --30M for an underpass with 9M
coming from the TOV. Your kidding me right? you couldn't figure out a
better way to spend 9M --or save it for something that really matters.
please! CDOT's 21M is a waste of taxpayer money, and this project puts
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inconvenience in it's own category.
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Love it here.
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Modestly proactive But slightly behind public need for cultural center.
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More businesses.
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Moving forward with the Chamonix housing development.
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New council and mayor more representative of the working/ business
owning community.
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New projects, upgrades, and record sales tax.
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Nice town, well run, with year'round activities.
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no problems
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One time I lost my license and SOMEHOW someone found it and they
called me to give it back. I still don't know how they got my number or
where they found it. Also, the buses remain free, huge perk. The roads
are managed well in the winter.
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Overall, services are good. Town is taken care of. The one thing I would
like to see is more community focus instead of the main focus being
tourists. I understand that tourism is what keeps the town running and
jobs for everyone but there aren't many community focused events,
activities, housing, etc. for those who aren't wealthy.
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OverallbVail is safe, clean, and friendly. I've had good experiences with
the police and fire department, and while I don't hang out in the village
usually, it's still nice.
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Right direction with government & services. Wrong direction regarding
underpass - who needs this? Why is there no master plan for West Vail
North?
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Right direction, the new construction is good except there still needs to
be affordable housing to make up for the shortage caused by Timber
Ridge/Lionsridge. It made the already bad situation worse.
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Safe place to live, public services are great, quick response when an
emergency arise. clean place and facilities very convenient.
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Seemingly lots of projects occurring. Good ski season. Lots of buzz around
family and friends all over the nation just getting to know Vail
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snow removal is always on time
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Spending money making the town better.
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starting to focus on housing issues
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The affordable housing behind shell. Also the gore creek project.
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The attention to affordable housing is positive... hoping it pans out this
time.
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The new development in Chamonix, EverVail, and the new 1-70 crossing
are all needed improvements.
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The parking problem is getting worse.
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The roads are well maintained. The bus is great. I was happy to hear a
planning change was made recently that allows duplexes be renovated
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Would you say that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right
direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
more easily.
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The Summer marketing campaign has been a great success and Vail is no
longer 'seasonal' for tourism and business. The spike for our economy has
had an amazing impact not only on our economy, but our real estate as
well. The landscaping looks wonderful. The events and synchronized bus
service is a great help for those attending and enjoying libations.
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The things I love about Vail are doing well! TOV bus, library, etc. are all
great as usual.
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The TOV has competent, intelligent people working in both planning and
execution aspects.
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the Town Council seems to be listening to the needs of my community.
We have been working on a joint project for over 12 years with the TOV
and I trust that this year we will make some headway
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The town does a great job of communicating updates to local residents.
Keep it up!
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The town feels great to be in, walk around, shop, eat
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The town has begun to initiate some long term plans that will improve
our quality of life.
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The town is looking to implement employee housing for people that work
here. The fire department is beginning to recieve funding for the staffing
needed. There is a ways to go but it is getting there.
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The town is rebuilding and modernizing. The renovation to the Wall St
building is a good example of that. I am however unclear about the
justification for the new tunnel under 1-70. 1 am also impressed by the
number of special events that are run by the Vail Valley Foundation.
Those year round events certainly increase the number of visitors to the
town and the county, which in turn increases local business revenue. I do
wish there was a solution to the lack of parking in the core.
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The town of Vail has lots of projects at this time!! I have been to a few
council meetings! Geatjob!! Keep it up!!!
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There are several large events that I have seen grow tremendously in the
past few years. There is more interest in the town and hence generated
income locally.
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They are improving 1-70 by adding an extra exit. They are redoing Timber
Ridge - long overdue. We have a community garden.
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They are keeping the town competitive.
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They are putting a lot of money into maintaining the town, which allows it
to continue drawing tourism and growing!
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Tourism is up.
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Town continues to care about the community and environment.
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Town is beautiful. There is a reason people vacation here.
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Town is looking for ways to continue thoughtful development as well as
be environmentally conscious.
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Town is looking forward better than it used to. Also, think Community
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Development office is much better as well.
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Town seems to be supporting businesses and trying to improve the guest
experience while balancing owner resident needs.
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Transparency on all things within n the town of Vail
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Vail has weathered the difficulties of the past nine years fairly well. The
town is beloved by its visitors and experiences ups and downs as the
economy fluctuates.
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Vail is the best. Our economy is going strong and I love all the events.
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Vail seems to have bounced back from the economic downturn we
experienced a few years ago.
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Very positive plans for vail Nice community, beautiful town My son goes
to red sandstone
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Very progressive in their thinking
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Vibrant town
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We are new full town residents after visiting here for 30 years. Vail has
grown tremendously over that period, but still has managed to maintain
its welcoming feel and sense of community.
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We have had an extremely positive recovery from the great recession.
We need to keep our eye on the ball so that we continue this trend.
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With the major construction done in town, the Golf Courser renovation
behind us and the underpass at west Vail to start this spring the town can
go back to work progressively on housing and parking.
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As a seasonal vacation destination it is essential for our town to be ever
evolving and moving forward.
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Building affordable housing
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Development and key infrastructure is necessary to keep the town
vibrant and competitive in the global market.
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Great support of economic development and events.
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I feel safe.
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I feel that Vail's growth has been a good thing for the town. The additions
to the town bring in more consumers, which is beneficial for our
economy.
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I like the makeup of the new Town Council except for Kevin Foley who will
forever hate Vail Resorts and is incapable of being objective!
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I personally work for the TOV in the Summer and have agreat crew who
knows about Vail and cares about how it looks. There is rarely trash and
the trash crew does a great job!
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I think the Town of Vail does an outstanding job of handle its affairs
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I think Vail does an outstanding job of managing it's affair's.
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Improvements in roads. Providing end of season concerts. Pursuing Vail
Resorts to extend ski season.
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It seems that they are trying to balance activities and benefits for both
tourists and local families.
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direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
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Leadership seems sound
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Leadership seems sound. Good communication
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Leadership seems sounds, decisions well thought out.
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Much of the recent discussions seem to revolve around hot button
topics/issues facing not only Vail but most mountain communities. As
always it is nice to see Vail taking the lead in development of solutions to
these challenges such as employee housing(Chamonix). I do think we
need more 'town wide' focus on business and event development. LE, we
need to help Lionshead feel more like Vail.
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Overall, things are good and going in the right direction. The biggest issue
is that Vail really isn't a place where families or even young couples can
live. Housing is way too expensive for seasonal employees as well as year
round residents.
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Some things such as updating booth falls playground, gore creek
mitigation, single stream recycle, while I don't really agree because it is
not as viable as dual stream, housing, are things that need to be done to
keep Vail moving forward.
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taking pro active measures such as the Gore Creek Reparation, updating
the Booth Falls playground, trying to develop and design the Chamonix lot
and having public input meetings regarding projects separate from
council meetings are all positive steps.
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The arts and athletics are fantastic.
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The town is addressing the housing issue and trying to keep us locals
closer.
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The Town is doing a better job I think of addressing housing and
environmental issues with Gore Creek.
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The town is keeping up with the luxury development. The town is kept
clean and maintained. The Lionshead garage is a beautiful visitor center.
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The town of Vail is always kept to a very high standard and its employees
are always very curtious. I have always had a great impression of Vail as a
town and not so much as a ski resort.
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The updated village feel. The buildings being redone are of the same
concept so they give the village a cohesive feel
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There were several upgrades for 2015 and it seems the town is still going
in the upgrade direction. This will keep up with repairs and keep the town
up to date.
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They are constantly looking to see how they can improve: i.e. golf course
renovation, various hotel renovation, and Vail Resorts is brining in
different venues during the off season and summer which the town
supports through various bands etc..
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Town is great
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1. Quality of the elected officials 2. Physical infrastructure of the Town 3.
Openness of government
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Better free parking for people coming in to shop or lunch. More support
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of local arts organizations, art in public spaces, the gardens.
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Bus service Safety Cleanliness Summer flowers
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Businesses are supported by the various town agencies and departments.
Environmental concern for the creek through town is being addressed.
Many of the problems stem from poor design and planning of previously
installed infrastructure in years past. Trying to address the housing and
transportation issues,
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continually improving the town
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Everything looks great. There is a trend of continuing improvement.
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Focus on the citizen. Keep up the good work!!
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Generally right direction, but reaching decisions takes much to long
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Great design of town of Vail, instilled employee attitude of 'what can we
do to make your stay better', cultural events that are equal to cities much
larger, concerned attitude of preserving 'the Valley'
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Part-time
I always find the TOV employees to be very helpful and the services well
done.
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I like sense of community. Community improvements provide nice
ambiance. I am happy about new underpass.
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I like that Vail is going through a gradual facelift of the Village & Lion's
Head areas. This look fresher today that ten years back. I also notice
things like the underpass, and the new affordable housing on the north
side of West Vail. It takes a lot of commitment to keep the town looking
fresh and to stay ahead of local traffic issues, 1-70 traffic issues, and all the
promotions to keep tourist dollars in Vail.
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I see government d things taking place - like the new pickleball center
planned for the summer of 2016
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In general the town is beautifully maintained with quite a few public
services. Compared to the east coast, property taxes are reasonable in
light of the services.
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It's Certainly not the'old' Vail, but I guess we have to go with the flow I'm
concerned however that hotel/motel pricing of a 'reasonable range' is
getting, (now past) what is affordable for the 'average Joe'
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Love the way Vail is growing. Newly remodeled buildings in town are
nice.
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Love Vail although it is getting so expensive to ski and have food on the
mountain.
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More and more year round activities. Development is being kept in check
- not too much residential or commercial building being allowed yet
improvements being made in the right areas. Property taxes need to stay
controlled as other living expenses make the valley quite expensive
compared to other areas.
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more summer activities
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My family has had a second home in Vail since the 70s. I like the positive
changes I've seen especially in Lionshead in the last 15 years. Growth
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Would you say that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right
direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
without a change to the core feel of what the community is all about
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Need to do something about all the traffic parked on sides of roads. Very
dangerous!
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New younger council Members - maybe a tilt towards young families
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New Younger town Counsil members.Better communication with full time
and part time residence.
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no reason to feel negative
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Overall, the town has improved but still ignores off season for
restaurants and events and the parking is atrocious.
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Recent improvements were an enhancement to keeping pace with a
changing resort landscape.
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Retains the feel of a small town
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seems to continue to improve overall quality of living and visiting the
valley
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Streets in better condition, traffic flow better, appearance of the Village
clean and organized.
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Summer and winter programs to draw old and new guests to town.
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The TOV provides essential services to full and part-time residents,
business owners, guests, and workers by reinvesting in the community
and updating the infrastructure.
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The town is attracting more visitors and needs to keep up with the
demand. At the same time it's important to keep the quaintness or small
town feel.
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There seems to be a reasonable balance between doing good things to
develop the town and make it more exciting without breaking a
reasonable spending level.
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Things are planned well in advance.
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Vail continues to invest in town infrastructure and amenities.
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Vail has done an effective job of handling growth while at the same time
retaining its unique character and feel.
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Vail has seen many improvements over the last five years that has
improved the appearance and economic growth.
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'Vail' is wonderful and has amazing skiing. The TOV does try to do the
best job they can in a place that is a bit difficult to say the least.
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Working on employee housing which after 20 years still needs to be a
TOPpriority
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You are trying to stay ahead of the deteriorating older properties in town.
Upgrading Ford Park and Golf Course clubhouse.
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Council and staff are open to new ideas and input
business
only
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Good sales tax revenues; Good relationship with VR and business
business
community; Proactive with infrastructure
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direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
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Great customer service and environment. Other then the over charged
business
parking and lift tickets well done
only
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Little debt,abiliity to invest in infrastructure
business
only
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The newsletter and on-line permitting.
business
only
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TOV seems to have so much money in its pockets with continual
business
improvements being made that everything seems to be going just fine.
only
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Your officials seem proactive in most areas except Housing. You need to
business
offer homes for lower income folks.
only
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Doing a great job with the clean up of Gore Creek, bringing in more
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festivals and events
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Environmental awareness and proactive planning
only
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Everything looks great and the energy feels good.
only
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Excited about the Chamonix Development and really hoping to get back
only
to Vail through this channel. My daughter attends RSES and the
commute is tough in the winter. Have always loved Vail and only moved
down valley due to a second child. Not allowing marijuana shops in Vail
is also a HUGE step and I applaud the decision makers!
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The improvements in streets, buildings are needed and Vail has done a
only
good job of directing people around construction.
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Vail is always looking to better it's people and community. They have
only
great community areas and events geared towards all ages.
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we love coming to visit and utilize your town amenities in addition to
skiing
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0 foresight into our housing dilemma. We need affordable homes and
have nothing. It's pathetic that we can't figure this out. I think we need
to invest more money into our town offices making it desirable and
affordable to make the town of vail government jobs desirable to attract
the right talent to help fix our housing dilemma. Also - and I have no idea
how we candor anything about this... We have to figure out the Airbnb
and flipped dilemma.
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Empty store fronts and a lack of affordable bars and restaurants are
unappealing to locals and tourists alike. Spending millions to create an
underpass that will save people 5 minutes in the car is wasteful.
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Epic pass traffic is degrading this town during the winter. All park and ride
lots are full leaving locals without carpool options, traffic congestion
along frontage road is awful and the amount of ski traffic is forcing
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direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
destination visitors to choose other resorts. Just look at our ranking the
past 5 years to see how the industry views our resort.
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Geared more towards our guests and second home owners rather than
our primary residents. The employees and small business can afford to
live and operate in proper vail.
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Golf course should not have been shrunk. Don't believe tunnel is that
great. Parking is too low priority.
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Housing situation and prices for a resort, seasonal town are ridiculous( for
year around residents)
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I believe the new round a bout is a complete waste of 12 million dollars.
It's impact to traffic, while being built, will be tremendous, and once
complete will not help traffic flow much, as Ever Vail, for which it was
intended to be for initially is not being built. The waste of the space, with
the best view in town for private parties and events only at the Golf
Course is a travesty. Building inspections and requirements have gone
from way too loose to way too tight. It has driven the cost of construction
into an overkill situation. The average person (not millionaire) who lives in
Vail cannot afford to do remodels. It's really quite sad.
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I feel that the process of upgrading homes in Vail is onerous, costly, and
who wins? The consultants, architects, land planners not the consumer.
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I feel that too much marketing is causing more problems, - parking,
employee housing shortage, and too many people on the mountain, I
think the town is very well managed.
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I own a retain store and feel that the Town needs to attract more venues
for people to want to come to vail year round. I had 6 groups of friends
/clients go to other resorts to more affordable hotel packages and more
exciting events, concerts etc going on. We used to have skating shows
and concerts at ford park...
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I personally feel like vail has turned into frickin Disney land.
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I think we are crowding our town with too many'events' mostly in the
summer. I understand that we are a resort, but Vail is also our home.
Things are getting overcrowded and it is putting pressure on areas that
are already problematic i.e. parking
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I was so surprised to know the amount of money you guys are spending in
the underpass. I am certain you did a big research about its need, but
education? Safe for the future? Programs for its citizens? As I said, this
particular project made me wonder about what we are doing for the
town.
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Local working people can't afford to live in Vail No one can afford to live
and work in Vail. Most houses constructed in the 70's & 80's were done
poorly with bad design, layout, no storage, no garage. The town has
encouraged multi unit density developments and or gigantic expensive
homes over building things people can live in and afford. You can't buy a
home with a garage for less than 1.7 mil and with average wages who can
afford that? Night life and lack of bars and young people living in Vail
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direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
makes going out in Vail lame. Just about every restaurant is an over price
steak and seafood restaurant lacking quality. The town and the resort
have focused so much of their marketing efforts on attracting foreigner
visitors to buy homes that most homes are vacant or rentals so there is
no sense of community. Town projects to improve or build things don't
get done in a timely manor.
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Need more nightlife, apres ski scene and restaurants. No more retail.
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Need to be very careful regarding spot zoning. We had an issue on
Garmisch DR that could have ruined the entire street that was defeated
only because of technicality. Were it not for that luck we'd have a five
unit complex that Peter Noble could have turned into 15 -wake up people!
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no where for people that work in Vail to live.
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Not sure what is going on. Need more employee housing before this town
collapses again. A 4 bedroom house that has been renovated in30 years is
going for $3600 per month? Unrealistic to think that this town can
support a workforce. Vail resorts has employee housing but what about
small business owners?
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Not very local friendly for housing, public transport, parking, etc. I will
never be able to afford living here comfortably unfortunately due to the
high costs.
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personnel changes and the debacle of Chaminix commons for the profile
of your target market; doctors and professionals can afford housing; it
has never been much of an issue for their needs; service jobs account for
about 57% of all jobs in the valley. affordable housing for long term locals
and model the housing mix in priority similar to Miller Ranch.
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Prices are way too high, Vail is greedy. Still not very many affordable
places to live
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Regarding the South side trail. No enough communication with the home
owners severely threatened by excavation. It's a non starter
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The huge expense in uneccessarily altering the 18th hole of the golf
course to facilitate a wedding venue was rammed through by a few
council and rec board members cntrary to the desires of the majority.
And an intoxicated wedding crowd is not what the town should be trying
to attarct. Also, the massive amount of black rocks dumped on our roads
in winter is not only unsightly, as it builds up in mounds alongside the
roads ask the winter goes along, but an enviormental disaster for Gore Cr.
Much of what doesn't chip up our car paint gets tracked into garages and
homes, or washed down into waterways along with the mag chloride
from 170. Some sand at critical intersections would be plenty and
disipatate more readily. (As Aspen does) This black stuff makes us look
like a coal mining town! This is a ski town and drivers should be required
to use snow tires.
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The new council is making a turn around with support of staff
recommended environmental initiatives, housing, and community
resources, but it is a large ship and will be slow to turn the pace of Vail
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Would you say that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right
direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
towards a purely second -home owner, short term rental, rich enclave
that is forcing the development of bedroom communities further and
further down valley.
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The Town would benefit from a comprehensive visioning and planning
session focused on the 'customer' experience off the mountian. The
experience in both the Village and Lionshead seems to have lost its way.
More and more, it feels like a Vail Resorts sponsored shopping mall.
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There are few efforts being made to strengthen the community feel of
Vail. We all moved here to enjoy living in a ski town, yet very few actually
get to live and work in Vail. Efforts should be made to increase arts and
culture and community events that have a natural, organic and personal
feel to them. Less of this over -produced, Bud Light sponsored junk where
20,000 people are packed into a street and the event is considered a
great success. That doesn't fit into the Vail brand. We need smaller,
concept events that diversify the Vail brand and promote authenticity and
quality rather than overplayed
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There seems to be a bit of an identity crisis going on in Vail. TOV and VRI
obviously do not get along and I believe that is beginning to impact the
guest experience. Outside of business, I have also tried to participate in
the town housing lottery and my wife and I received such horribly
disrespectful treatment from the person we dealt with that I now refuse
to move to the TOV as I do not wish to subject ourselves to residency in a
place where the public servants are condescending and rude.
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Too focused on quantity over quality, too many people in town at times.
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Too many special events, making coming into town to volunteer very
difficult. Too much focus on tourism, shops catering to limited group of
high end visitors.
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Too much growth...... lived here 35 years and it doesn't feel like a 'town'
anymore. Most of us moved here to get away from the city ... but they
keep building 'bigger and better' nonsense. Understand its good for
business but feel like we should stop and take a breath.
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Vail is driven by an expectation of utopia without recognizing the limits of
what a desirable resort community can realistically offer residents and
the inherent costs. Vail does not focus on the massive amount of
condominium real estate that is in poor or failing conditions due to lack of
responsible association maintenance for properties at or nearing the end
of structural purposeful life.
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You make $11 million on parking alone. Locals are often overlooked when
it comes to housing, jobs and transportation. It's ridiculous that I can't
park my car overnight after a night of going out for some drinks. I'm a
school teacher and will never be able to afford anything here other than a
900 sq ft apartment. Your mountain is a construction zone throughout
the summer to cater to those who don't live here and to make more and
more money.
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building dept is making it very difficult and expensive to do work in Vail
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Would you say that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right
direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
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Capital projects are never brought in within budget.. No changes are
made to correct that. Employees across the town are all treated different
depending which department your in as to what policies are applied. The
town manager balances the budget on the backs of the employees thru
the wage and benefits. We are one of the worst paying municipalities but
have the most money. The past few wage increase have not gotten the
employees caught up with compensation comparable to the rest of the
towns in the valley. The HR director is incompetent and only got the job
because she's been here for so long. She does nothing for the employees,
is strictly a company woman. Does what the town manager tells her.
When the town manager only cares about being cheap and not about the
job being done or the welfare of the people he is responsible for it
creates for a lousy work environment. It's time to quit being so cheap. Is
the only way to achieve that is to have a change in leadership? Why is it
the public works department is the only department that when the
employees work overtime during the week they are sent home the next
day so the town does not have to pay them overtime. It's a town wide
policy that is only enforced on the public works department. It's the
department with the most Hispanics in it. Seems like the manager does
not want to pay the Mexicans to work overtime. Is that right? Why does
council expect us to work overtime and then not get paid for it? Why are
you so cheap?
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Constantly growing size of town of vail workforce. Parking issues seem to
be an issue of, 'how can we make more money', not how can we help
locals park in town.
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Housing is a major issue. The town needs to do more to address it. West
Vail development still won't be affordable for most families who wish to
make their careers in the valley.
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Housing is not the only thing that develops community. Rather than only
focusing internally Vail and the other towns need to work together more.
The valley is now the community greater partnerships are needed for
transit, housing, affordable entertainment, lodging etc. Vail shouldn't be
so isolationist in the valley. It can be the resort center as long as it
supports broader community initiatives across the valley
Open
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Miss concerts at ford park and the town makes the event process too
much of a struggle. There are double standards.
Open
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real estate market prices out year-round working class families.
Open
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Seems to lack supervision all the way down the chain of management.
Departments do not work together.
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They need to provide a wage you can live in the town on. Recently just
moved down valley to purchase a house and now drive 40 miles each way
to work and back every day. Many of the top people in the town of vail
can afford a million dollar home on one of the hillsides while a lowly
employee cant afford rent on a two bedroom condo with the wage they
are paid. Sure you can scrape it together for a few years and get by but
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direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
when you look back at eh 20,000 dollars a year spent in rent on average
per employee you realize how much of that you are just throwing away.
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Getting too expensive for the average person to live here. Why do we
need that new underpass between West Vail and Cascade?
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Wrong
Part-time
I think Town government is superb, but I also think that Vail Resorts' need
for perpetual earnings growth is causing too much crowding on many
days on the mountain, and too many days with parking on the Frontage
Road. The council needs to come to an agreement with VR that gives
them real time access to the number of people on the mountain, as a first
step to a data -driven discussion of methods of crowd control. A lot of
creative thinking could be done around the Epic Pass - pricing, powder
day access, etc. - to help with this.
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Legal expenses which occurred when the golf course and the taxpayers
/homeowners was not resolved by town management. instead Town of
vail employees were overheard to have stated an adversarial position as
to one of resolve. 'We can win'.
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Loud, trash filled concerts hurt the community. Valid inputs from the
surrounding community on the dangers of the helicopter landing solution
at the Vail medical complex were disregarded. VVMC is not even a Level
1 or 2 trauma center. Adequate safety and weather services are available
at the Eagle county airport without putting local residents in danger!
Even a landing site at the golf course would be preferable. Non -full time
residents are not listened to -- ever ...
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Some development projects are too large or have poor urban planning
characteristics. Town has lost control of christmas lights, is no longer a
Dark Sky community.
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TABOR was enacted to make government accountable for their tax
dollars. Vail exempted out of TABOR by a majority citizen vote because
they trusted the administrators and council members. I believe you
violated that trust with the handling of the hotel tax, conference center,
golf course club house project. I realize it wasn't necessary, but wouldn't
it have been better to have a referendum vote of the citiizens and asked
them if they wanted the golf course club house expanded with the funds
from the hotel tax......................or just refunded. All you have
accomplished by your actions is the distrust of many of your constituents.
It's a shame after they voted to trust you with their tax dollars.
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The plastic bag ban is just silly in a resort town such as Vail. I just now get
my groceries in Avon. Seriously, no one coming in off a plane carries
cloth grocery bags with them.
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Too much commercialization and not enough infrastructure to support it-
-even if it was warranted. Can't stand the junking up of the top of the MT
in the summer with all the activities. It trashes the top. Not enough
parking in the winter. Shopping is horrible --either t -shirts or way too high
end. Nothing in the middle. Skiing has been great this year and the MT
has been well kept. Simplify. Stop overdoing everything to make a buck.
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Would you say that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right
direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
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We feel the homeowners have little say in what they Town Council
decides for our community growth.
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Why can't I ride my 'fat tire' bike on the Vail Recreation Department run
Nordic track? I pay taxes for it and can't use it.
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I own a business in town, skier days are always up (probably due to the
business
Epic Pass) but I hear retail in general from staff in stores and owners that
only
retail is not doing well (this can be born our by looking at town Sales Tax. I
also think the Sunday Market is not as good as it used to be and have had
complaints from turists saying the market is now just stalls for existing
stores. It seem to me the town needs to get more fortune 500 people in
town, the occupancy report for the last year has been really bad every
month.
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TOV can be overbearing, intrusive, self -validating, non-responsive to the
business
will of average citizens
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Becoming too busy to feel exclusive
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Vail is like a big city now. When we first bought a condo, in 1969, it was
only
like a little Tyrolean village.
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council is way too old, just like our Congress
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As a local raising children here I would really like to see some indoor
tennis courts. Most ski resort towns have them. As my children are good
skiers I do look for other activities in the community during the winter for
them, not to mention I play myself. With the loss of the cascade courts
we have no options. As a community indoor courts are a needed and
desired thing.
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As a resident I don't find myself very involved in what is happening with
the town of vail.
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Between the politics, the rhetoric, Vail Resorts, and the newspaper, it's
difficult to get a handle on what is really working. I think it's going well,
but maybe not....
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Doing a lot for the tourists but not much for those of us who live here
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higher density on all new construction larger, taller blogs. more people in
valley causing problems
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I am a newer resident. I work with many people who have lived here for
decades and they have many negative and positive things to say. Most of
what I hear is that things were better before the crowds were as big as
today and development was less.
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I am not sure if the moves of the Town of Vail are considering both its
current demographic and a future demographic that will ultimately take
the place of the current resident population
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I am too busy to pay attention.
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I don't feel informed about things.
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I don't feel like Vail has gone 'off track' but I wish the town would put
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more focus on the people living and working in Vail. (Lack of housing,
affordability and cost of living)
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I enjoy progress, but I adore serenity. At times, events are too much. I
think we could limit the amount of certain events each year. Also, I think
we should encourage street vendors more often. Not all the time, but it
would be nice to enjoy local fare from locals every once in awhile.
Open
Don't know
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I feel there are a lot of positives the town does, for example, offer
recycling bags, which was a great initiative, but I am not sure if the Town
has anything to do with closing day so early, but nobody likes that.
Open
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I hope the improved golf clubhouse does not continue to be such an issue
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i see a lot of progress being made as it pertains to the town, but it feels as
though profits, growing sales tax and attracting new visitors is always the
priority. I'd like to see a shift to taking care of our vail proper locals first.
it's getting harder to live her year round as a local and keep employees
that can live with our current housing situation and can be frustrating to
see things like a highway project, golf course/nordic center rebuild, etc
being front and center instead of a sense of urgency around our housing
shortage.
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I'm happy that there will be no sale of pot in Vail, but I refuse to shop at
the West Vail markets because of the bag law. I drive to Avon.
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It will take some time to see what the new Town Council does, what
things it acts on and what kinds of decisions it will make. I thought the
last Council got badly off on the wrong track in many areas and lost some
credibility with the community.
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Not a fan of some of your board members. I feel they are in it for
themselves and not for the good of the community
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Not sure how to distinguish town of Vail from the influence of the ski
mountain
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Overall, the Town managed things well through the great recession, but
they got a few things really wrong (golf course clubhouse and shortening
of hole 18 the most obvious examples). The Town can be completely tone
deaf at times and the Vail Trail appears headed for a similar debacle. The
cost of these missteps have been enormous and the Town's lack of fiscal
discipline is astounding. Cost overruns, bloated budgets... our money
could be much better spent.
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Somethings are going along fine. I think the fact that a change in zoning
can happen without the entire neighborhood having to be told is crazy.
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The golf course clubhouse has been a disaster for the town and residents.
It must often seem to council members that the constituency just doesn't
care or want to share ideas ... but this proves otherwise. Many local
residents are very busy trying to make a living and cannot or will not
attend council meetings. The online weekly newsletter is a good attempt
to reach out. Sadly, community gatherings seem to be timed so that
working residents cannot attend, however.
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The majority of the action slash movement seems to be aligned with he
resort company.
Open
Don't know
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There are things that concern me. Being a resident that cannot afford to
buy a house at the prices that homes sell for here; I have to rely on
renting. The shortage of rental units is something that is of high concern
for me.
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to much waste of time and money ie: police and some staff. more should
be spent on neighborhoods
Open
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Too much money spent on underpass. Guaranteed to go over budget
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Underpass will be helpful, additional parking and employee housing are
still no where near adequate. It's great to see the free concerts, and
various activities that take place throughout the year.
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VR is wagging the town in the wrong way; witness their recent passive-
aggressive stance on extending the season at the last minute,
guaranteeing a black eye for local vendors.
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We feel that there is not much done for local and year round activities
(pool, tennis,) everything outdoors is great but for a resort and town to
live with small children there is not much offered.
Open
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We just moved here in Nov 2015, so we don't know yet.
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while some of the events that the TOV gets involved in are good the free
concerts during snowboard events and snowdaze sometimes bring the
wrong crowd to the Vail Valley and that has a negative affect on our
property owners and more affluent vacation guests.
Open
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Work only
Direction in what way? Planning? Marketing? Spending? Supporting the
town employees? too vague!
Open
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I am in Vail 5 days a week and I don't feel connected with what is going.
The only piece of information I have received about anything happening
in Vail is when things would start happening on 1-70 with the underpass
construction.
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Don't know
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I feel that in many ways Vail is doing a great job increasing desire for
visitors to come here during quieter times, staying longer and enhancing
the guest's experience. As a property manager, I have found that making
improvements to my facility a challenge, as there are so many hoops to
jump through, and an fee attached to every one.
Open
Don't know
Work only
I haven't been here long enough to know one way or another.
Open
Don't know
Work only
I'm concerned the town council sometimes takes a unilateral approach to
projects or proposed regulations. Perhaps I think they don't mean to but
in such a transient town and with the representative system of the
council, often the interested individuals are not present when decisions
occur and return to learn something has been changed or taken away.
Rules about Transportation permits/insurance requirements, parking, and
recent talk about drone regs etc... all feel like the town sometimes makes
a move without everyone having a real say, or vote.
Open
Don't know
Work only
Vail has grown significantly and that poses lots of new challenges. Some
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direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
factors (Vail Resorts business model for the Resort) are beyond the
control of the town. TOV must live with the dynamic created. The
mountain is on many occasions overcrowded. The town is overcrowded.
Parking is beyond control in a manner that allows a good experience for
the guest. The entry to town (main interchange) is overcrowded on
weekends. These things diminish the resort experience. These things
make local residents want to avoid the town. These things will (at some
future point) force visitors to seek better experiences elsewhere. In my
opinion.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
Because, I'm not sure what the right direction is.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
Do not know current economic profile of the town and why things like
parking have not been addressed.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
I dont feel either right or wrong. Some things are good, some things
could use improvement.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
I see alot of construction. All very high-end, vacation, 'time share' type
properties. While this is good for the local economy, it totally destroys
the sense of community.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
Not sure what the direction is.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
Relatively new owners
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some good things being done some bad
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Why is it so difficult to remodel old 1970 properties? Zoning has not been
updated and there are many multi family units zoned primary/secondary.
Why are you so against dispensaries? West vail would be perfect for one
or two. There have been no problems statewide.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
You are over -run with low -rent day -boarders. This drives out the paying
families. Plus, it smells like weed everywhere you walk in the village.
Open
Don't know
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Fiscally conservative .... at least until the $8 mil on the stream project
business
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I've seen both positive and negative. I think there has been some
business
needless spending on things around town .
only
Open
Year-round
We need to have more parking for visitors and people who live down
valley. Too much money spent on free concerts which does not help the
town with money or parking.
Open
Work only
Community needs of workers remain unmet - costs of working are too
high to promote stability in the community.
Q. 5: In November 2015 four members were newly elected to the Vail Town Council.
What are your hopes and expectations of the current Council?
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- To continue to keep Vail thriving and exciting. - To make decisions that
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will constantly 'upgrade' the town and promote it as a premier resort
destination.
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1. To mitigate the noise from 1-70 2. To continue Red Sandstone
Elementary School 3. To protect my right to provide employ housing and
not use public funds to provide for housing. 4. To continue providing a
safe and beautiful environment to thieve in for all.
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Address the parking situation with Vail Resorts. Anyone building in the
TOV is required to provide parking; VR has expanded mountain capacity
and activities but has not added any new parking to accommodate
additional traffic. In fact, two small parking lots belonging to VR have
gone away. VR needs to step up and take responsibility for helping add
parking.
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Be leaders.
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believe so.
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Continue the trend of economic vitality while also focusing on a balanced
community
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Continue the trends and goals established by the previous Council. Don't
mess it up. More carefully evaluate the benefits of events vis-a-vis quality
of life for residents.
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continue to encourage appropriate events to drive tourists to the
community. work to alleviate the affordable housing issue. thing out of
the box to creatively solve problems and work toward creating a more
vibrant town including more diverse shops and restaurants.
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Continue to have town meetings to inform us on all the happenings
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Continue with forward movement and thinking
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Continued collaboration
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Develop mid to long range plan for Vail development and review with
residents.
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Disc Golf course in East Vail.
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Don't get rolled by Vail Resorts like every other council!! Make Vail
Resorts build their own employee housing and don't let them evade or
negotiate the amount of housing required. Quit kicking the parking can
down the road!! Build more parking garages and make the tourists pay
for it, especially front range day trippers.
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employee housing
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Employee housing. Ensuring high quiality family life/destination
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Environmental Focus - Restore the Gore Maintain bike path from
Donovan to Lionshead better; explore equipment to groom it in the
winter and maintain it better so that we can pull kids on our sleds and ski
(it is very shaded) - as of now some is plowed and it gets very icy, other
parts are not maintained
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Find the right balance of growth and development. Continue to work on
employee housing solutions.
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Focus on creating a plan with Vail Resorts to bring employee housing
opportunities into alignment with resort growth. Additionally, address a
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long-term plan on how to provide a family -friendly community within the
TOV, not just down -valley.
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Follow through on their campaign pledges. Three of the four seem to
believe the same types of things, so in conjunction with at least a couple
other Council members they will accomplish a lot.
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Fresh perspective
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From what we hear, stop fighting so much in council, reduce time and
money on extensive research and make faster decisions. How many long
and more expensive years did it take to approve the Timber Ridge
project? Too much talk about bringing in new visitors and start building
more parking to accommodate them and locals. Why no parking on north
frontage rd west of Shell station from Mon. to Thurs. so more locals can
easily park there and take the bus?
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Futuristic vision for Vail, balancing the needs to promote growth and at
the same time, maintain the integrity and uniqueness of our
skiing/activity culture. Vail can't only be a village for our national and
international visitors, it also needs to focus on our locals. Continued
eagerness to engage local citizens in decision making. Address housing
issues. Try to collaborate with Vail Associates to return skiing to a 'safe'
sport where you don't fear for your life when you take to the slopes. I
believe the lack of safety on the mountain is a major issue that will
obviously lead to more accidents and will drive people, both locals and
visitors, to other ski areas. I could go on and on about this,... but any local
knows the dangers of the slopes. FAST skiers, a pretty ineffective Yellow
Coat program, people skiing away from collisions, etc.
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Hopes for substantial expansion of affordable housing for workforce,
increased push back against private interest development of public lands
including previously designated, taxpayer purchased open lands.
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Hoping for better quality of life for year round residents and families.
Wages are horrible for the masses and housing is very expensive.
Something needs to give; it isn't sustainable.
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I hope that the Council will work collaboratively together to make
decisions for the overall good of the residents of Vail, and recognize that
the best decisions may involve compromise. I expect that the Council will
focus on ways to improve and maintain the vitality and sense of
community of the Town of Vail.
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I hope that the current council *maximizes* the last opportunity that we
have to build deed restricted housing. I would encourage smaller sizing
the units (within reason) if to get even 1 or 2 more dwelling spaces. Each
additional unit matters, it really does.
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I hope that they are able to look at moving our town into the future to
maintain it's livelihood as well as provide a more stable environment for
families.
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I hope the town will turn away from it's outdated and misinformed
policies toward the sale and use of cannabis in our town. In a town that
celebrates the consumption of alcoholic beverages second only to
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snowsports, the town continues it's hypocrisy toward this healthy
substance, favoring alcohol and even cigarettes (which can be consumed
publicly, while cannabis can't be). We should have a high end dispensary
or two in the village, as well as a cannabis club or two in order to make a
meager attempt to 'Treat Marijuana Like Alcohol', as voted for by 75% of
Vail voters in 2014.
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I think this there is great new blood in this group and have high
expectations as they make important decisions for this community. Being
under the spotlight as a destination resort, this gives the town the
opportunity to make impacts far beyond our community. Vail can really
be a leader in affordable housing programs, environmental initiatives, etc
if they chose to be.
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I truly hope that they come through on initiatives to help reduce the
housing problems.
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I would like them to read ahead of meetings and be prepared. As I watch
council meeting on tv, often it seems as though the council members are
not prepared for what is being discussed. They have to 'do their
homework'.
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I would like to see more city presence in East Vail .... I think that East Vail
gets the short end of city services..... flowers/ traffic control/ notice to
homeowners on major construction ... ie guards for the
bridges..... Speeding on Streamside Circle and Meadow Drive has alsways
been a ongoing problem. Ed Padilla 4532 Streamside 732 673 1443
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Identify needs of residents and follow through to see that those needs
are fulfilled.
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I'm hoping they will do something to address the i70 noise. Whether it be
a wall, or berms with trees or something. It has just gotten louder as the
years go on and makes us not want to sit out on our balconies. And we
aren't even that close to the highway. It also can be heard practically all
the way up the Berry Picker hike in the summertime.
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Improving on communication and keeping the Twon moving in a positive
direction.
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It seems like a major consideration is more and more events to bring
more and more people into Vail. Providing customers for our hotels,
restaurants, shops, etc., is important. However, I think things may be
going too far in this direction. I like calmer times as well as bustling times.
I like less traffic, less congestion, more of a 'smell the roses' feeling. It
seems frenetic at times.
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Keep doing a good job --- There are some very capable folks, and I hope
they can shine I I
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keep improving town and not being bullied by rich nimbi owners. Of
course still keep trying for consensus.
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Keep locals in mind
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Keep making vail green, keep up the free buses
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Keep moving in the right direction -employee housing, Chamonix project.
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Keep the history of the Town and vision of founders in sight while
supporting tasteful and high quality growth. Do not fall victim to money
hungry developers who have only their interests in mind and will do
anything to line their pockets regardless of how it affects the Town.
Continue to keep pot shops out of Vail; there is no place for that type of
business in a family and health conscious community.
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Keep Vail a unique and beautiful mountain town for both residents and
tourists.
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Keep Vail number 1 resort. And live able community
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Limit future growth until the parking and overcrowding during peak
periods is addressed
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Listen to and act on behalf of citizens' requests; Keep locals in mind when
making decisions; Continue capital improvement projects; Continue with
keeping Vail a world-class destination year-round
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Maintain the town economic stability. Spend money wisely. Get the
business community more financially invested in special event funding
and reduce tax dollars.
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More affordable living for locals.
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more collaboration and sensitivity to homeowners as well as business
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More, easier recycling, especially for our guests.
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move foreward on local housing and parking issues
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move forward on west vail housing
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Not having each owns agenda. Being responsible.
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Perspective of those who live in the community, but may work outside of
it. Perspective of those who are not self-employed.
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please do something about locals and short term housing
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Preserve open space
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Promote more sustainable and environmental friendly alternatives for
most of the activities done within the town of Vail. Encourage business
owners, citizens, and tourists to have more sustainable practices and the
benefits it will bring in the long road.
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Remember that not everyone in the town, both year round and seasonal,
are wealthy. It appears we are doing less and less for our seasonal
workers, making it harder and harder for them to afford to live here and
making it impossible for an averaged income individual to own a home or
raise a family here. We are pushing out the average resident.
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See above
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See answer above ... Vail has had the unique position of being able to
balance the needs/wants of its regular citizens with the needs/wants of
the those with no real 'stake' in what goes on here, other than as a
recreational community/part-time community. The past ten years or so
have seemed like a shift toward the 'part-timers'...hopefully this signals
our opportunity to get back to being a 'real' town.
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shift priorities from spending ridiculous amounts of money on a
clubhouse for our municipal golf course, try to work on the parking
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problem, affordable housing - the new timber ridge is a bigger eye sore
than the old, and spend time and resources to improve and possibly
expand red sandstone school. which is a very importand and neglected
part of our community.
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Stop doing everything that Vail Resorts wants them too. Remember that
we are a town not just a resort.
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Take stock of what's happening. Reinforce/strengthen good things,
add/drop as needed based on expectations, performance, importance.
Keep essential municipal services great - street maintenance, plowing,
parking, fire, police, etc., and take care of assets - both in the built (town
hall, Dobson, library...) and natural environment (Gore Creek, trails).
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That any new building projects will be carefully decided and restraint
used. Hopefully affordable housing for seasonal workers will be
addressed.
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That any new development is carefully considered. That the natural
beauty and the last bit of open space is valued. Affordable housing and
seasonal rentals should be a priority. Making it a little easier for young
people to come work for a season or two.
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That the TOV council finds ways to in courage property owners to
continue to upgrade their properties inside and out!
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That they are not afraid to do what it takes to keep Vail at or near the top
of world class ski resorts
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That they are truly thoughtful and take the necessary time to make
important decisions... truly considering the long term impact of their
actions.
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That they bring innovative and creative solutions to the town's challenges
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That they can maintain that balance between world class resort and cozy
village feel.
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That they continue to support very high quality improvements
throughout the Town. And that the younger members contribute
effectively.
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That they focus on concerns and interest of citizens not just businesses.
Most businesses are not owned by TOV residents.
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that they get up to speed understanding the ordinances and regulations
that the town was built on. sometimes you can't be nice to everyone,
rules are there for a reason
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That they realize how hard it is to stay here and build a family. Housing is
a huge issue and this past winter it lead to an employment issue as well.
I'm concerned that if things don't change less and less people will chose
to live in Vail and raise their families here. We need to build the
community of people who actually live here.
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That they will work with the residence who live in the Vail Commons to
negate the $150.00 land lease deal that each home owner has to pay to
the town. We are in need of new roofs and paint jobs and the
homeowners dues have been significantly increased. The $150.00 would
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be used as a special fund for these projects. A special assessment may be
in the near future and this extra cash would help put a dent in that
assessment. We are not wealthy residents and other deed restricted
properties do not have this land lease. Thank you.
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That we continue to grow in a way that stays true to our underlying
values.
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The current council still needs to focus on the balance of top class
international destination resort whilst retaining the community spirit and
soul so that people still want to live here.
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The new team seems fresh, intellegent and very connected to the
community. My hopes are the new concil keeps the town intimate and
user friendly for locals and guests.
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they find the balance between growth and quality of life.
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Think about 20 years from now not tomorrow
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To always listen to the residents of Vail especially us year round residents
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To be open to listening and working with residents to move in a positive
direction. The new council members and Mayor are doing a great job.
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To bring Vail to the forefront of small affluent communities in terms of
environmental leadership and intellectual/cultural partnerships. Bravo
and the International dance festival are positive examples, but not
enough.
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To continue on a good pace while being conscientious of the environment
and all the creatures who inhabit this area with us. We really wish at least
some of the mountain was designated for skiers and snowboarders only -
we know this is Vail Resorts area but maybe the Council could help push
for this.
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To continue the improvements and upgrades to our town and to continue
to bring in new events that bring more people and revenue to town.
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To continue to maintain and expand the trail system
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To continue to push the town to be visionary, rather than reactionary, to
work to ensure that people who live here year-round have a majority
voice compared to part-time residents and visitors
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To continue to support the local working population of the town to help
them to continue to afford to live here.
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To do when they said they would do in their campaigns!
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To keep progressing in a positive way
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To keep things green and clean and costs in line with inflation
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to listen and act on citizen input
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To listen to ALL voices.
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To listen to the citizens needs not just focusing on profit gains.
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To maintain our quality of life we have now and cave in to all the changes
happening around us.
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to make the town of Vail better.
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To provide continued vision while respecting the non -VR family business
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Very High - I love our new town council members!
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Year around citizens need always be first and foremost on the minds of
the council. Without the core year around workers in this town, it isn't
likely the town/resort would work smoothly.
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Couldn't really comment --unsure
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Excited to see what new ideas each offers.
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Individually seek out public input. Do not stay within your circle of friends.
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Not sure even whom was nominated. But thankful that there are honest
motivated people that care enough to be involved in the community that
they live in. Keeping sustainable practices at the forefront of our
community is important.
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Open-minded
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Open-minded and progressive
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That they always take the long view. Make decisions based on what's
best for the next twenty, fifty or a hundred years ... not necessarily the
immediate future.
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That they listen to and consider the concerns of residents and workers.
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We need to keep the town moving in a new direction with new events
and new construction.
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1. address affordable housing issue for seasonal employees 2. address
affordable housing issue for full-time residents 3. revisit highway
underground to free up land for housing and parks
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1. Address the parking issues. I found it disappointing that the playing
fields near the Vail parking structure weren't leveraged for underground
parking. The fields could have been maintained on top. 2. Work with Vail
Resorts to provide more affordable housing for those who live and work
in Vail.
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Address the tough issues, be approachable and communicate.
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attempt to make decisions that protect what is unique to the Town. We
have gone too far in becoming 'cookie cutter' for the short term gain. If
we are not unique and able to distinguish what makes us different, why
would guests return? They will continue to explore other opportunities
that may offer a more memorable and unique experience than what we
offer .... which is convenience but not much different from where many
come from. Are we a western heritage and the home of the one and only
10th Army division, orjust another resort that is like so many others.
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Balancing the needs of all citizens -- the homeowners and the want -to -be
home owners.
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Be reasonable with expenditures. Pay your employees more. A
completed golf course project.
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Conscientious assessment of problems and solutions.
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Continue monitoring development, making sure ample affordable
housing and parking is provided
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Continue on the current path. Allow more retail zoning
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Continue path as outlined by the previous group(s)
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Continue the path to grow and expand in a reasonable manner.
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Continue to make a Vail a great place to live. Vail needs an indoor venue
for the Arts like Aspen and Beaver Creek have (i.e.. Wheeler, Belly Up,
Vilar)
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Continue to make Vail a year around destination world class
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Continue to promote growth and initiate Ever Vail development
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Continued improvement of services.
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Continuity with past councils.
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Continuous improvement of the community
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Control the Growth
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Dealing with overcrowding, traffic, parking and prices of
amenities/skiing/food
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Don't know
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Don't know them individually. Hope they are in tune with current vail
demographics-- full time residents parttime residents and visitors. all
matter seems like the past focus has been full time residents and
tourists
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Don't ruin it!!
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Expanded parking options during busy seasons would be very helpful such
as during holidays and weekends in ski season, farmers market Sundays
and Soccer weeks during the summer. There also needs to be an increase
in affordable housing or our workers won't be able to continue coming to
Vail for employment.
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Fair development and enforcement of rules, regulations and zoning
criteria.
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Focus on known challenges while maintaining the things that work okay.
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Get tougher on the use of marijuana on the slopes!
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Help to keep vail and vail resorts on the same course
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I am new to owning a home in Vail. At this point it would be hard to
express an appropriate answer.
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I am sincerely hoping the 1-70 reconstruction will proceed in a very
suitable way. Where can I see a model of the plan???
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I am watching their actions closely.
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i don't keep up with that. sorry
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I don't vote in Colorado and I don't know what the council's activities.
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I have had little if any contact or expectations with the council. As long as
there are not great impacts on every day life the council just needs to be
a fair arbiter and keep a balance between Vail Associates and private
residents.
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I hope the Council continues to consider the needs of all the property
owners and visitors to our community,
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I hope the council will continue to address parking issues, affordable
housing and making Vail a great place to live.
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I hope they continue efforts to improve Vail and make it the number one
all season resort in Colorado.
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I hope they will continue to look at parking issues in town. Employee
housing issues in the valley always a problem too.
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I want the Council to get Gore Creek back to Gold Water status. I want C
to encourage residents to not use Round Up on dandelions. I want the
town to get rid of or stop buying toilets that flush more than once if you
don't get out of the stall quickly. I want the C to vote against any
commercial use( such as La Cantina) of the area outside the ski museum.
The remodel of the museum will be done well, I'm sure, but the
symmetrical steps leading down with the beautiful flowering trees must
not be changed. I consider Vail's parking garage and the berm that hides
it a 'Wonder of the world ' and the town council that voted in that
expensive project had amazing forsight. It is worth every penny. So in
other words, I want the C to consider the beauty and health of the
environment above everything.
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I would like to see them look at the town from a livability viewpoint. It
seems like the town has viewed its residents as a source of income rather
than its community. Parking is a real problem but you can't park on the
streets anywhere. The absurd banning of plastic bags at the grocery
stores is another example.
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Improve parking for residents.
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Improvement of traffic management, mitigate the excessive property
taxes encourage an improved traffic flow to skiers on the mountain.
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Keep a reasonable rein on building codes; look at parking, but if it is a
limited time (weekends) consider the ROI before adding parking; keep up
on the recycling efforts and making events green
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Keep locals in mind when dealing with tourist issues
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Keep pushing being a global small town leader in environmental
protection.
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keep the pot shops down valley cost control on golf clubhouse project
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keep the summit party on the slopes in summit county, keep it high end
family fun
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Keep the town going but not out of reach of all income levels.
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keep the town safe and clean --no pot shops
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Keep up a proud tradition
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keep up the good work
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Keep up the good work. Don't get sidetracked.
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Keep Vail as a year round destination point
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Keeping decision making process transparent
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Keeping transportation system forward thinking --buses and reducing
congestion/parking options. Keep the music venue at Ford park --my
favorite summertime entertainment Vision for the future
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Less bureaucracy.
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More of the same with improvements where reasonable
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Move TOV forward!
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Need to solve the traffic and parking problems during winter weekends
and peak summer weekends.
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no opinion
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our hopes are clearly for a continued prosperous Vail, but we are also
concerned about rising costs and difficult parking.
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Perhaps increased communication?
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Please address the very cumbersome process for approving building
projects. The staff handling applications are wonderful, the requirements
are not all related to safety, which is really what matters in a community.
At $1m+ an acre, no one is painting a house pink.
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Protect real estate values. Make planning decisions that improve the
Town and its services.
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put restrictions on building any more fractional condos (market currently
overbuilt).
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Reign in Vail Resorts
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Remain open to unique family needs. Remain accessible. Continue
communications. Retain high quality of necessary service options. Keep
roads open and safe.
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Stay reasonable and listen to the citizens
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That they continue to keep the Town of Vail on a growth track.
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That they have a long term vision for the town.
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That they listen to those who elected them, listen to all their issues and
concerns and then be the voice of the people so that important topics
move forward
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That they will consider the wishes of all constituents in the community
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That they will continue to support bringing in prominent events, that they
will not overspend, and that they will be responsible with our tax dollars.
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That they will keep our community's best interest at heart and that they
will not allow pot shops in our beautiful valley.
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That they will make informed decisions that are good for all the residents
and the area.
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That they will make Vail a better place to live year round.
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These positions are service positions, so our expectations are that they
consider a well balanced viewpoints and promote continued growths of
the town. The town relies on tourism, plain and simple. Overt
protectionism will only make Vail into a backward sleepy town. There is a
way to maintain the serenity while growing into a vibrant cultural hub.
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They collaborate on decisions, listen to the residents, view all aspects of
impact of decisions, understand the budget and stay within the dollars
available and plan if there are any overruns, continue to revisit items to
be decided on and if still affordable, necessary, and timely.
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They continue the town development as outline by prior Board
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To continue approaching Vail as a 'World Class' resort, and keeping the
first class image
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To continue as the town council has in the past and listen to the people in
making important decisions.
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To continue managing the town with emphasis on the enviornment and
forward looking development opportunities while managing the budget
within income expectations
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To continue the positive direction of Vail. Turning the Town into a World
Class location in both winter and summer.
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To continue to keep part time residents informed of current projects,
proposals, etc
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to keep Vail affordable for average locals. Keep bus service high, to keep
Vail from being too crowded when not high ski season. To continue to
promote public events, October fest, Burton us open, etc. To promote
bicycle use.
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To make decisions in the best interest of all citizens of Vail and the
businesses of Vail.
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To stop letting Vail Resorts buy up and own all the restaurants, hotels and
shops.
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Unsure.
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We currently do not have any information provided to us..We do not use
our mailing address in Vail for anything. Our property taxes are
addressed to our home in Broomfield, as well as all of our utilities, etc.
I do think we should be better notified of local government information.
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With the addition of Kim Langmaid, I am hoping to see the town become
even more environmentally aware and sustainable. With Jen Mason, I
hope to see cultural activities flourish.
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work together to get ever vail going, improve parking
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caring and changing with the times
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Council address immediately housing at Donovan Park Phase 2. Also,
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Phase 3 if possible.
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Housing for employees 170 Underpass construction
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I was unaware of the election and who were elected.
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Keep some land as un -developed as possible. It is great to see a few open
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spaces still within the town proper.
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Keeping the vision for Vail true, that it is primarily a family friendly
business
recreation area, and that it needs to continue to build extreme skiing,
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luxury leisure activities, while at the same time ensuring affordability for
growing families - the next generation of skiers. Resiliency, sustainability.
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Not sure
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nothing comes to mind
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Reduce taxes.
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To bring high end events to the Vail Valley. And to address employee
business
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Would love to see the town do something about highway noise pollution.
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Continue to guide wise growth and address long term challenges while
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Continued focus on driving the economy forward and supporting
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Keep Vail moving in the right direction
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New thinking and open to creative ideas in town. Stuck too long in the old
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We are in Vail approximately 50 days per year. We are not very engaged
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with the Vail Town Council at this time. We hope to be more engaged in
future years.
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Affordable housing - for year-round professionals (not just families)
Shared work space Conference center Maintain the upward momentum
of the past council with new initiatives without losing the ground we have
made with past councils (esp event, vlmd)
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As mentioned above, working to keep the Town of Vail from getting too
big and overcrowded
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Attention to public concerns.
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Better communication with year round & second homeowner residents.
Less hidden agendas on the part of the council. Would like to see more
open discussions of future planned development. More priority given to
employee housing & infrastructure to support our residents & seasonal
residents, ie. parking & traffic. Instead of a new City Hall How about
another Parking Garage?
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Bring new ideas to an already bustling town.
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Creating a more uniform council who's single vision can move
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development, industry and tourism in Vail to a more fair and equitable
state.
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Demand more of a financial investment in housing, labor, and open space
from the town's primary financial constituent, Vail Resorts. Ask citizens
to approve taxes and support legislation that support the town's mission
to achieve a more livable, well-rounded economy. Make sure the
Chamonix housing project is high-quality, even if it means waiting a bit
longer for the project to be completed. Streamline the airbnb and other
rental by owner tax and revenue processes to encourage these services.
Same goes for Uber, etc. These services augment existing forms of world-
class services, they do not need excessive regulation, and they allow for a
more diverse guest experience in Vail that touches more sectors of the
economy than a 'packaged' experience. Repeal the stupid bag ban; this
legislation reeks of elitism; you go to Walmart and the plastic bags are
everywhere, just 5 minutes down the road and blowing with the wind
right up through Dowd Junction into our little town anyway.
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Finally address the parking issue Strong emphasis on Gore Creek quality
improvement
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Focus on infrastructure, mainly the need to enlarge or rebuild parking
structures. Lower cost of weekday parking to make the structures more
affordable and increase utilization and income. Keep parking free in
summer Drop the idea of building a new municipal building, rehab where
necessary
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Great new people) I I I hope they are able to influence decisions in a way
that compliments the natural environment of the valley
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Hopefully bring this town back to a friendly and helpful community
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How to make Vail inviting to a crowd that has some financial means.
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I am hoping that the council members spend the time and get the
instruction needed to understand their role as it pertains to the all the
citizens of Vail. They need to understand their responsibility to the
community as a whole rather than to their friends or personal interests.
They also certainly need to be educated on zoning and land use issues as
well as to show up completely prepared for the meetings. It's a big job,
they each asked for it, step up and do it right.
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I dont know.
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I hope that they will bring a long range vision that will include less
corporate owned entities in town, better employee rental situations,
bringing families back into the town with incentives.
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I hope the council considers full time residents over tourists.
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I hope the town council members will provide for the locals who actually
live here all year round and are responsible for service driven in this
valley.
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I was hopeful they would reach out and support the local community.
Stop the lawsuits, stop increasing the price of redevelopments that the
locals are against, stop trying to be shady about redeveloping the
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administrative offices.
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I would like to see a big effort in cleaning up Gore Creek. I would also like
to see some employee housing on the Chamonix site that is what the
prospective buyers would like
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I would love to see the town finally do something about parking. I dont
mean add more spots. I mean lets finally start ticketing the idiots that
cant figure out how to park in one spot! We are so limited as it is and you
let clowns get away with that because they are tourists. (I am pretty sure
they have parking lots where they live too)
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It's nice to see fresh, younger faces on the council. We need some new
ideas for growth and sustainability. I've always been curious to the
town's financial statements.
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Keep working towards keeping families in Vail.
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Less expansion or goverment
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Make affordable housing a reality for year-long citizens Not sure how to
phrase this, but Vail is a FOOD DESERT, despite the multiple restaurants.
The only time locals eat out is restaurant week, when the quality of food
is offered at a reasonable price. Highway Noise - I will move from Vail
despite everything Vail offers because it is a Luxury Truck Stop.
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Make this an affordable friendly and prosperous community
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More affordable housing!
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More Family/ Local oriented Develelopments
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New visionaries who understand the Vail brand isn't enough anymore to
attract new, wealthy, good citizens to visit the town. That other mountain
towns events, weekends, concerts are being explored to promote new
ideas for Vail. Many would like to see the town council approve concerts
and events in town that not only boost the lodging, but also highlight
retail and restaurants in the town. Thinking about the demographics of
who will be attending the events and the public image the attendees do
for the town.
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no hope in the newly elected
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No more drugs in town. Do not make it legal to buy. Please enforce the
no smoking. And please do not put the smoking area as you walk into
town and at the top of bridge street near restaurants. we should be more
health conscious for our active residents!
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No real expectations, just hope for no more disappointments, i.e., non-
communication and not listening.
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None.
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Open up opportunities for new business opportunity and housing
upgrades. Reign in VR and their self serving projects which burden the
TOV.
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Pay more attention to locals' and residential neighborhood needs.
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Please do something more than lip service to housing. Why couldn't lions
head Ridge been three stories higher. I realize it would have cost more.
Not nearly what it will cost to put housing in Dowd junction.
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realize downvalley implications and impact of of the front range skier
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Reduce density and keep shoulder seasons without special events.
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Reduce spending. The current level is not sustainable. Be fiscally
responsible.
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Reduce the huge numbers of people coming here for special events who
do not spend any money in town -we are attracting the wrong
demographic. Get the cars off the Frontage roads before someone gets
killed
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Reverse the deterioration of Vail into an overly crowded carnival.
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Simplify, don't over regulate, consider the financial impact of your
actions, it's not your job to fix everything that is wrong with the world.
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stop allowing the skiing and parking problems to continue to get worse. it
is very difficult to ski safely on the mountain. parking on frontage roads is
very dangerous. Do not fill in the months of April, May, October,
November with any events. We need a rest.
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That they are more open minded than the last council.
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That they consider the issues I described above, make it easier to contact
them, and also consider how many retirees live here and are moving
here.
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That they focus on needs of residents and quit giving so much money to
businesses that are not even owned by TOV residents
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They don't raise taxes
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To address some of the above to see if money can be better spent/saved
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to be better in tune with the working local who works year around and is
depended on to volunteer for various things .one can not find parking in
winter and it is expensive to park and ski thus only splurge on powder
days .forget it otherwise.
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To be more attentive to the locals needs and wants
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To listen to the residence of the TOV.
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To look at building codes that allow monster buildings on small lots. An
example would be lot size vs building size or how building heights are
determined. So many of these things seem to be more aligned with profit
than what makes sense.
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To quit wasting money on stupid projects like the Chamonix housing
project.
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Do events that bring in the right kind of clientele that support business
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Hooray!!!! Some younger working people are on the council now!!
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I don't really have any, because it seems when the people that are finally
in an elected position, they forget they are working for the people of the
town and not themselves and their own interests. I don't have the ability
to vote for council members, so I can't really say much about what they
do/don't do.
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Listen to and act upon the peoples requests
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A more balanced approach to creating a more livable TOV
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As a part-time resident our main concerns are that the Council make the
TOV a wonderful destination, livable with recreation and parking. One
complaint is the speed of drivers along the frontage roads where we
cycle. The speed limits are too high to begin with, and then most drivers
drive faster than the allowed limits. There needs to be strict
enforcement. On Lionsridge Loop as well, where we walk our dogs!
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Enforce noice and speed laws. Use signage and state-of-the-art noice
volume sensing with electronic ticketing for violators - trucks and
motorcycles.
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Good health and happiness
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Hope is long term direction between town needs/ quality of life for
everyone, and sustainability are not overlooked and influenced by self
interest.
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I am not aware of the Council's activities
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I hope that they will consider it their duty to improve West Vail's
experience of living alongside 1-70 and the north and south frontage
roads. I hope that they will recognize that people who drive through
Vail on 1-70 are perceiving the west side of the town as the ugly underside
of Vail. It does not make a good impression.
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I'm always hopeful for collaborative government.
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Less self-serving agendas
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Listen to all the residents who pay taxes and support the town of Vail.
You should be representing everyone including those who are not
fortunate enough to live here full time.
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Listening more to input of residents (full and part-time). Currently,
businesses seem to have all the influence.
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More attention given to part-time home owners in local government.
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More focus on the town and residents to insure a vibrant community that
fits that is respectful to the environment without solely bowing to Vail
Assoc and developers.
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More forms of engagement. As a part time resident I pay my share of the
bills, but do not get representation because I cannot come to meetings.
Meetings should be online or somehow allow part time residents better
representation.
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My hopes is that the insane construction and continued expansion of the
town and mountain just stop. It is all about revenue and bottom line
rather than the residents. Try skiing Vail mountain on a Friday, Saturday
or Sunday. Unless you are a good enough skier to disappear to Blue Sky
Basin, then you might as well just stay home. The area of Flap Jack on the
mountain where you ski to chairs 6 and 11 are incredibly overcrowded
and dangerous at all times of the day. There are too many people all the
time. You are constantly in defense mode rather than enjoying yourself
in so many areas of the mountain. I've been skiing since I was a kid. And,
I love it. But, the town has allowed Vail Resorts to take all the enjoyment
and lifestyle out of the town.
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Perhaps there could be a quarterly newsletter to property owners briefly
discussing what's going on.
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Recognize who your customer is......
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Take a close look at revenue vs. quality of life issues.
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That they will understand that improving quality, rather than quantity of
properties needs to be the priority. Bring a supermarket back to town.
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That they continue promoting growth in the City, while preserving the
existing open space and environmentally sensitive areas within the City
such as the riparian area adjacent to Middle Creek.
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That they do a better job than the former members
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That they look at Vail as a place to live and not as a product to sell
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That they will tackle tough subjects like parking, crowds, and employee
housing versus what are the next large events they can attract to town.
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That they will take into consideration the feelings of the FT and PT
residents of the town when making decisions.
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That when they build affordable (deed restricted) units in West Vail that
they are well built and attractive. Timber Ridge looks as bad as Arrabelle!
Pick one or two fabrications/colors and don't go crazy. It looks ridiculous
and tacky.
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To act as stewards of the public assets of the town.
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To take a closer look at the 'boom' that is taking place (and in my opinion,
'ruining' Vail); there is a huge need to balance economic development
with retaining Vail's small-town charm.
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To take a holistic view of the town and the resort experience and focus on
a sustainable living and tourism experience that people towards longer
term stays and not large one or two-day events that benefit few.
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Treat all areas equally.
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Well, my pet peeve is what I consider the wasteful expenditure for the
underpass between the frontage roads between Main and West Vail. It's
not that Vail is at a loss for funds, and the money in the town's coffers
usually seems very fruitfully spent. But when an apparent boondoggle
like this comes up, it makes me wonder.
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To be accountable and fiscally responsible.
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Abandon I - 70 Underpass.
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Better environmental development, more b2b interaction and
collaboration.
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Bone is the man!
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Focus on realistic goals such as more employee housing Continue to drive
for more eco friendly environment including cleaning up the creek and
making recycling more available.
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Housing and health care eagle county are top priorities however one
cannot forget about the parking problem
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I hope that The town will do something to help address the housing needs
so average families want to stay here and live year round not just the
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super wealthy who only want to vacation here.
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I would hope they continue to be transparent with our community and
look to the younger generations for advice when it comes to how to make
this town better. I would also like to see people held accountable for
when things do not go as planned. To see that the new golf course club
house has more than double its budget and isn't even completed makes
me sick. I think that there should be feet held to the fire for whomever
was in charge of planning and constructing the project. I can certainly tell
you budgets should be lived by and a little overage is expected, but to go
from $7M to $11M that is over double the original amount.
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i would like for them to slow down the growth of events every summer.
Cleanup Gore Cr.
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I would like the council to advocate for more services for local residents,
including more affordable housing, increased discounts on parking,
maintaining/expanding the trail system, and potentially adding more bus
routes.
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Increased communication and transparency. LISTEN and ACT on owner's
suggests and requests.
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keep pot shops out
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Keep property taxes low.
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Make visting Vail a quality experience, not alot of hassles!
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Please give locals a break on parking.
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Status quo. I really like the way Vail has progressed recently, and I like the
direction the city is moving. No drastic changes!!
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that it doesn't take forever for them to make decisions.
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That they address unsustainable growth issues and housing.
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That they consult homeowners more and have a more approachable way
of interacting. I went to an environmental committee meeting and I had
to wait two hours before I could say anything when in fact we might have
had a more constructive dialogue if I had been able to comment on the
presentation which was terrible.
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That they deal with the issues which detract from the Vail experience
such as parking.
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That they should truly consider the needs and concerns of the public and
not put their own personal agendas first.
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They establish a clear vision for Vail that includes the existing
community's view and how it is going to be achieved. Do not be
distracted by everything else.
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To be progress, but keep in mind a 'small town', if possible, feel. STOP
giving everyone in Colorado easy access to the mountain via EPIC pass.
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To do what is right for the town of Vail and its locals
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To listen to the concerns of the citizens.
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To make decisions that keep Vail current as a resort town but not
unapproachable and too ritzy.
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To make decisions that best reflect the greater interest of the Year -Round
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Add more public parking and roll back overly restrictive building codes.
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do something about east vail highway noise
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Don't know.
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Focus on environmental issues. From California where projects all require
environmental documentations (CEQA). I know Colorado has NEPA -
would hope large documents do detailed NEPA reviews
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For them to maintain and promote the Vail experience for both residents
and visitors.
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I hope they will make decisions that benefit the people who live in town
and not just focus on the tourists who come and go.
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I wish I could comment but as a part time resident I would prefer locals to
weight in on issues that they deal with everyday.
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I would like the Council help Vail be a more live and let live community.
Stop passing rules and regulations which are intrusive to people's lives.
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Kim Langmaid will be great. Her mother is our neighbor in Boulder and
we know her personally.
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Less skier lines Need to regulate number of people on the mountain
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Not sure how any of this is communicated to new residents. The only
mailings we have received were to let us know that if we VRBO our place
we better pay sales tax.
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Preserve Quality
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That the Town Council solicits the input of as many residents as possible
and is not swayed by the more vocal special interest groups.
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That they will balance the needs of the residents with the desires of Vail
Associates.
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That they will be good listeners and will be respectful of the needs of all
of their constituents.
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the needs of full time residents seem to diverge from the needs of part-
time residents. Since most residents of the Town of Vail are very high
income, there seems also to be a difference between those who live in
Vail, and those who work in the TOV. not sure the council is doing that
good a job of getting these divergent interests to converge.
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To help expedite Never Vail
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Too early for us to say. Sorry.
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Work to solve problems, keep water and air quality standards high,
maintain excellent transportation system and do everything possible
encourage recycling.
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proceeding with using sales tax revenues for expenses rather than
only
increasing property taxes
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Hoping there will be a new chapter of representation, transparency, a
Council who flexes some muscle and does not merely react but moves
forward with decisiveness and thoughtful decisions. We have long
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needed 'new blood' and back bone.
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That they focus on the greater good and not their own agenda's.
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make improvements that maintain character of the town..Keep small
town atmosphere
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As a resident of Eagle I don't keep up with Town of Vail issues
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As quoted before, that we continue to try to be a town, not just a resort.
To continue to work on solutions for the housing problem and how to
keep year-round residents living in Vail.
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Be more sensitive to resident issues and concerns.
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Continue careful governance.
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continue on with the great progress of the past councils (8 years)
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Continue revitalization and more cohesiveness in our community.
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Continue to bring the small town feel to our community and make
Redstone Elementary a major focus
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continue to look for ways to make Vail a sustainable community
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Continue to support changes which will attract both existing and new
guests, both North American and International, and which at the same
time will keep life interesting and affordable for locals living here
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Continuity with keeping vails spirit alive.
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Finding creative solutions to problems like the housing shortage while
maintaining the quality guest experience that visitors who come here
have.
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Fresh ideas!
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Further implementation & if needed improvement of infrastructure for
recycling & composting and other 'green' measures. This is a beautiful
place that we need to actively take care of. San Francisco could be a good
precedent to study. Make plastic bags in stores illegal....
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Get Chamonix moving forward and then seek out the next opportunity.
Figure out more parking!
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Get Gore Creek cleaned up; make progress on housing.
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Getting Vail Resorts to pay more of their fair share with the parking
situation; focus on affordable housing for families.
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Good money management. Look ahead. Do your homework
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Grow the sense of community and build more services & housing for the
working class of people in Vail
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Help Vail Resorts return Vail to its prior esteem, we're #7? Encourage VR
to eliminate Epic Local Pass Vail tickets. The days we're parking on the
frontage road and the mountain experience is too crowded for the
vacation skiers
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hold more community forums such as the neighborhood picnics
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Hopefully, solidarity and the common goal of making Vail a great place to
live, work, and visit for all will keep them focused and productive.
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Housing issues being resolved. Affordable housing
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Housing, events, bike paths
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Housing, parking, less events in summer. Every week in summer now it
feels like the town must have some event it's gotten to be way too much.
Some peace would be amazing!!!
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I am excited about the direction of the new council especially with Kim
Langmaid
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I am not a resident, so I did not vote for the Town Council.
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I expect the Council to take a leadership role in addressing climate change
through reducing or offsetting the 'carbon footprint' of Town of Vail's
activities, services, and operations, including dialog with VR to do the
same in a significant way.
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I find the new Council members to be either too strongly opinionated to
listen or not willing to put in the effort to truly understand the issues and
vote intelligently. I am concerned that they will vote on important issues
without being fully informed. I have very little faith in their ability to make
good law. I hope they work hard to learn and recognize what they don't
know or what they are unwilling to know.
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I hope that the council can keep moving forward and not get stuck in the
past. I'm worried a bit because there are two council members who tend
to default to 'NO.'
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I hope that the Town Council will maintain a positive outlook and not be
overly influenced by negative attitudes of other Council members who
hold themselves out as experts or as being well seasoned.
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I hope they keep the good work and see results to improve our
community.
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I hope they support local businesses. Look for growth opportunities and
keep the infrastructure strong so that we can continue to grow. I hope
they recognize that a huge part of our income comes from tourism so the
guest experience needs to be a top priority. They need to spend money to
make money, but avoid frivolous spending. Does art in public places really
need that much money?
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I hope they will be proactive when thinking about environmental
concerns and initiatives in the valley. I also hope that they continue to
place emphasis on affordable housing for locals. There is a lot of concern
about making Vail desirable for visitors, but we can't forget about locals
along the way.
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I hope to see the town usher in a new dawn of environmentally friendly
initiatives.
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I want to see Vail as a town aggressively move (like Aspen) towards a
sustainable future, and to have multiple public forums throughout the
year to demonstrate progress on making Vail a carbon neutral
community.
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I would expect council to take a leadership role in mitigating and reducing
the carbon footprint of town activities, services and operations, including
dialog with VR ( indirectly and directly, one of the largest emitters in
North America) to do the same.
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I would like to see the town and Vail resorts make a concerted effort to
get Vail back up to the top three on the Ski magazine survey of resorts.
We've done a great job broadening our appeal with the events geared to
younger visitors, now I'd like us to refocus on customer service and
making our town the premier North American ski resort for every type of
skier.
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keep it going strong.
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keep on the same track
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Keep taking great care of this community and make sure keeps been a
great place to live.
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Keep the small town feel. Keep our community safe. More housing
options for seasonal workers.
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Keep the town moving forward, safe and peaceful
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Keep up the good work. Make the Chamonix development available to
young, first time homebuyers.
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Like the youth on the council. I feel they may be more engaged with the
populous.
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Listen, learn, lead
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Main goal supporting businesses and trying to improve the guest
experience while balancing owner resident needs. Need a plan for
affordable housing and timely transportation (bus) in Vail for seasonal
employees. Affordable Housing for the seasonal employees within the
town, is a Town of Vail responsibility (and it's business owners).
Residents/owners/developers can not be allowed to consume all the
available land until this need is satisfied. How many seasonal employees
work in Vail? How many affordable housing units for seasonal employees
are in Vail? Make it balance.
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Maintain interest in all aspects of vail when deciding changes, not only
fiscally, but for health, safety, aesthetics, and for the majority of the
people of vail. I have lived here my entire life and I like the changes, but I
also would like to see it maintain what keeps vail so unique.
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make Vail a community, not just a second home/retirement and tourist
resort
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Make Vail welcoming to the rest of Eagle County. I used to go to Vail a lot
and frequent Vail businesses, restaurants, skiing- but not so much
anymore because I just can't pay for parking- don't see the value of
paying for parking in addition to the
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making more bike trails around here.
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More employee housing (affordable for purchase) Adequate staffing and
resources for fire department, in line with industry standard and
equivalent to other county departments.
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more focus on environmental programs
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More of the same.
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Move Vail ahead, help get some locals living close by
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No opinion at this time.
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Not sure what they do
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Nothing specific
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Open lines of comunication
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Open mindedness and dedication to our Town.
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Right
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Progress on cultural center
Open
Right
Year-round
Since we live in Edwards, we have not really followed the Vail Council
issues.
Open
Right
Year-round
Solve parking problems.
Open
Right
Year-round
Stop the underpass Create master plan for West Vail North Allow
redevelopment of West Vail Mall Don't listen to Vail Homeowners Assn.
complaints & demands
Open
Right
Year-round
That the new town council ( with a returning member) hopefully will bring
a fresh and new approach to the town and its residents.
Open
Right
Year-round
That they address the lack of parking for everything to events to normal
ski days.
Open
Right
Year-round
that they bring a fresh perspective to the town but also continue the
work of the previous councils as far as paying attention to what matters
(e.g., stream health, good entertainment opportunities, etc.)
Open
Right
Year-round
That they can look to the future growth of Vail as far as events are
concerned to make this a fun place for people of all ages. I hope they can
work well with Vail Resorts.
Open
Right
Year-round
That they continue the policies of the previous council.
Open
Right
Year-round
That they will focus on improving the breadth of offerings in the area and
make locals feel more At home in a ski town.
Open
Right
Year-round
That they would expand the recycling initiative and began to enforce the
code that is on the books. Increase their support of new small businesses.
Open
Right
Year-round
The ability to work together and build a consensus on key issues that face
Vail.
Open
Right
Year-round
the new members are GREATHH
Open
Right
Year-round
The town lacks a community feel if something could be done for people
with family's here that would be a major improvement
Open
Right
Year-round
they need to host more community forums
Open
Right
Year-round
They will improve the parking situation in the winter - totally ridiculous.
Better enforcement of driving laws - speed limits in neighborhoods.
Open
Right
Year-round
They'll give out beer, Starbucks and hugs. And, that they'll continue to
make this town a healthy place to live with the locals that live here year
round in mind.
Open
Right
Year-round
To assist with employee housing which has clearly been an issue this year
as well as moving to push employers for higher pay and/or higher taxes.
Open
Right
Year-round
To continue pushing for innovation and hopefully draw more summer
business and a year round consistency. I would like to see more live music
besides just the few free Tuesday night concerts. I don't think residents
would mind paying a ticket fee to see someone amazing at the
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amphitheater.
Open
Right
Year-round
To continue the direction the TOV is headed.
Open
Right
Year-round
To continue to move but I would like see affordable housing be afordable
Open
Right
Year-round
To help address the land lease issue for Vail Commons owners at $150.00
each quarter and the maintenance of Zermatt lane which leads to the
child care facility and City Market. I was also hopeful there would be
movement on the Chamonix affordable housing project.
Open
Right
Year-round
To keep pushing Vail to greatness.
Open
Right
Year-round
To make sur this does not become a retirement community, we already
have Beaver Creek down the road. Moving forward with new trails and
caitering to a younger crowd will keep our town vibrant. Enough with the
Betty Ford Gardens, lets see some fun trails and activities for our kids,
they are our future.
Open
Right
Year-round
To support the businesses of Vail. Help maintain a healthy economy year
round.
Open
Right
Year-round
To think of Vail residents as shareholders in the 'company' that is the
Town of Vail. If we were shareholders in a public company, what would
we want? The answer is return on investment. In other words, things
that make Vail a desirable, well-run and solidly grounded place to live will
increase our property values and also provide residential opportunities
for seasonal and service level people, making it reasonable for businesses
to be able to find employees. I feel that this view is shared by the council,
as far as I can ascertain.
Open
Right
Year-round
Unfortunately the Town Council over the years has been dominated by
'The Good Old Boys/Girls' Club 50 types who believe the way it was is the
way it should be. But, on the other hand, many of the younger residents
don't want to serve. A tough issue.
Open
Right
Year-round
Work hard for our community, keeping safe and fun
Open
Right
Year-round
Work toward improving the parking situation, making affordable housing
situations available (including helping the working class who run Vail),
and influencing Vail Resorts to get involved with Eagle County's impact
goals, in particular, it's Aging Well initiatives.
Open
Right
Year-round
Would like them to focus on the businesses that are here in Vail. Revisit
the marketing and the brand. The Town in the past few years has
focused on the millennial generation which, do not spend money, they
pay for an experience.
Open
Right
Work only
-Better Stormwater regulations and systems to support the health of
Gore Creek -Follow through implementation of Gore Creek Strategic
Action Plan -Construct more reasonable and affordable housing units in
Town... Vail is missing the mark by suggesting that they need to build
higher end affordable housing to attract candidates for future upper
management level vacancies on town staff -Stay at the forefront of
mountain recreation activities, and work with Vail Resorts to encourage
that. I feel that Vail Resorts' current summer recreation initiatives are
sorely missing the point by catering to tourists with zip lines and other
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'lazy' recreation, when other mountain ski towns are building better
mountain biking trails. Vail's corporate goals are clearly at odds with what
locals would prefer to see happen on our pubic land.
Open
Right
Work only
Dedication and consistency
Open
Right
Work only
I hope the newly elected members can bring fresh ideas to keep Vail
moving forward in a positive way and to not forget the locals who work
hard keeping Vail functioning.
Open
Right
Work only
I hope the town have more solutions for housing for the upcoming years.
Open
Right
Work only
I hope they bring new ideas in which to continue moving Vail forward but,
not to forget the locals who also help make Vail successful. Granted we
do not bring the large dollars to town but, we are the ones who make
those people welcome and provide the service.
Open
Right
Work only
I hope they disengage with owning housing. They were slum landlords at
Timber Ridge.
Open
Right
Work only
I like the makeup of the new Town Council except for Kevin Foley who will
forever hate Vail Resorts and is incapable of being objective! Based on
their diversity, I would hope they bring some different perspectives other
than that of the wealthier point of view which has dominated in the
recent past.
Open
Right
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I really hope they make sure to understand the past and how we got to
the place we are in now. Both for things that are going well, but also for
the areas that could use improvement. It's important to understand the
history of decisions to better inform decisions about our future.
Open
Right
Work only
Improve affordable housing
Open
Right
Work only
Keep looking for ways to diversify Vail. I think 'more is better'. The more
there is to offer to 'everyone', the better off everyone will be -(attitude
and happy wise). I feel that the council should stress their willingness to
appease all types.
Open
Right
Work only
keep moving in the right direction and focus on our local work force, the
seasonal workers and tourist will still be here but our local workers make
the town
Open
Right
Work only
Keeping up with fresh new ideas. Keeping the village core area spotless
Open
Right
Work only
N/A
Open
Right
Work only
Personal agenda items aren't a priority, they look at the community and
its needs first, and they are receptive to community input.
Open
Right
Work only
Stay cohesive
Open
Right
Work only
Stay cohesive
Open
Right
Work only
The new council members are a breath of fresh air! Fantastic.
Open
Right
Work only
To bring culture to the Town that is sustainable. Continue upkeep of the
town. Address the pot issue. As a mother of small children, I am very
worried about the Vail Village parking structure always smelling of pot.
Open
Right
Work only
To know and understand what it is like to live and work in Vail and help
make it a better community
Open
Right
Work only
To make intelligent fiscal decisions for the town.
Open
Right
Work only
Work to create a sense that Vail as a year round destination market. This
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requires ability to house strong employee candidates who live here year
round rather than seasonally.
Open
Right
Part-time
Again, continued improvement.
Open
Right
Part-time
Be inclusive to all ideas and maintain high standards and ethics.
Open
Right
Part-time
Continue to make Vail a first class place to live.
Open
Right
Part-time
Continue to make Vail and place people want to live and visit
Open
Right
Part-time
Continued support of the arts. Staying strong on the side of employee
housing and very strong on limiting huge condo and hotel developments
along the South Frontage Road. Continued inclusion of citizens to voice
their views.
Open
Right
Part-time
Develop better air transportation from cities to Eagle Restoration of
Gore Creek Continue strong relationship with Vail Corporation to remind
them of their namesake resort and 'mother lode'
Open
Right
Part-time
Don't allow short-term emotional decisions lead to long-term financial
problems.
Open
Right
Part-time
EMPLOYEE HOUSING. Also bring back Ford park concerts
Open
Right
Part-time
Help solve the parking problem and affordable housing for employees of
town businesses.
Open
Right
Part-time
I hope it's more of the same.
Open
Right
Part-time
I would hope they continue to work on making Vail a world class
destination and think outside of the box to be innovative and responsible
at the same time.
Open
Right
Part-time
Keep progress going - see my comments above. Stay collaborative.
Engage with the full time and part time residents.
Open
Right
Part-time
Logical and realistic approaches to financing in the town. Non wasteful
uses of monies collected. I would like to see more hiking and pedestrian
paths around vail. Not just trails for the bikers. Very little has been done
on the mountain by the new gondola. better lighting on pedestrian path
from Lionshead to Cascade.
Open
Right
Part-time
New Blood and a younger group. Younger town citizens getting involved
in town politics.
Open
Right
Part-time
New younger council Members - maybe a tilt towards young families -
Trying to work on the housing an parking problems.. Off season activities
/ events
Open
Right
Part-time
No opinion
Open
Right
Part-time
that they keep vail as the family friendly place it is now and to offer
amenities that are available to all locals and visitors alike
Open
Right
Part-time
That they take into account all Vail residents, not just full-time residents.
Open
Right
Part-time
The issues stated above are dealt with in a positive manner.
Open
Right
Part-time
To do good things and be smart
Open
Right
Part-time
to improve the town
Open
Right
Part-time
Try to stay on track and balance needs and wants
Open
Right
Part-time
Vail is the best mountain resort community in the country. Keep the town
moving forward. Keep investing. Keep listening. Be opportunistic and
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capitalize on those services, technologies, and events that make Vail the
gold standard and envy of other mountain communities.
Open
Right
Part-time
WORK HARD TO PRESERVE OUR SMALL TOWN COMMUNITY WARMTH
AND RESPECT.
Open
Right
Part-time
Younger members added to council who actually grew up in Vail an want
to make it better for a younger family generation.
Open
Right
Own
Be careful with remaining areas of developable land in Vail; Work to keep
business
Vail in a leadership position which includes resources and amenities;
only
Remember Vail isn't just a place for the wealthy;
Open
Right
Own
delete waste of funds..
business
only
Open
Right
Own
Get re-elected
business
only
Open
Right
Own
I am not a resident so it's not very important to me.
business
only
Open
Right
Own
I hope they keep listening to what the people want
business
only
Open
Right
Own
Keep up the good work.
business
only
Open
Right
Get mail
I hope that they continue down the path of being transparent and
only
working closely with the citizens.
Open
Right
Get mail
I hope they look to include people who live down valley in events, looking
only
for ways to get people back home after events, shuttles or buses, etc.
Continue the free summer concerts and perhaps expand to weekend
events or cookouts. I'm looking forward to more family centered events.
Open
Right
Get mail
I know Vail is growing and keeping up with other towns, whether they be
only
ski related or summer and off season but keeping some icons like Pepi's
and other 'early Vail' are important to those of us in our 60's that are now
bringing grandchildren to enjoy the town that we knew as well as the
town that is now. Generations will come back if they have stories from us
that connect to what they see and experience in Vail.
Open
Right
Get mail
Keep forwarding thinking and moving in the right direction
only
Open
Right
Get mail
Tackle the known housing problem, and address the never talked about
only
parking problem in vail.
Open
Right
Get mail
The parking garages are often filled with cars and trucks that take more
only
than one slot; tickets should be issued to those who ignore the spaces
Open
Right
arent aware of them
Open
Right
continue with the 'Vail experience' concept
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Address special event issues. Provide parking solutions at Ford Park for
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Garden access. Encourage more diversity in shop ownership. Continue
looking at housing.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Environmental projects, trail expansions, affordable housing.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Focus on getting the middle class back in town, focus on residents, not
sales tax.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Focus on keeping the locals happy, we are the ones working the jobs that
make highly profitable tourism possible
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Happy that some are long time locals ... and will keep the locals in mind
when they making decisions. Remember we raise our children here, pay a
lot of taxes and should have some say in what happens here.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Help save Gore Creek from road waste and town waste. The fish are all
dying due to lack of food source due to contaminants. Create a no
parking policy on Vail Roads for epic pass holders. If locals can't park on
the road than why should Denver residents be able too?
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I have lived in Vail off and on since 1986. 1 would like to see the town
work more collaboratively with commercial property owners, in both the
Village and Lionshead, to create a better 'story' in each of these areas.
With a long background in resort deveopment, the lack of a cohesive plan
is apparent. To fair, this has been the case for sometime - long before the
current council members were elected.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I hope they can help to overcome the rift between VRI and TOV and I
hope that they realize that locals - especially those of us that run
businesses in Vail, never deserve the rude disrespect that I have
experienced. We are supposed to be on the same team, I do not
appreciate being treated like an 'outsider' due to some simple, innocent
ignorance.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I know a city needs income to sustain, but c'mon now! Nobody in the
working class can afford to live anywhere near the vicinity of Vail. I've
been living in Eagle county for 10 years, and am on both the town of vail
housing lottery, as well as the Edwards lottery- unfortunately, my family
and I are still not a priority for assisted housing. Vail will continue to cater
to its billionaire clientele, and, very soon, the working class will disappear
and all that will be left are the billionaires but no one to cater to them. I
just hope that the Council will realize the importance of its workers and
will figure out a way for them to actually live there.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I would hope the Vail Town Council once again bring the TOV back to
fiscal responsibility (as was the case when Kent Logan was on the
council). If a council member doesn't understand or have knowledge of
what they are voting on, then they should either get educated before the
vote, or recluse themselves from the vote. Too many major decisions (ie
moving the 18th green at the golf course, to which 2 members voted for
it and admitted publicly they didn't play golf, so it didn't really matter!)
are being made, without being really informed. I believe this Town
Council has a good chance at being more educated, informed and not just
do what the'good old boys and girls' want.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I'd like to see the council concentrate on sustainable events (mtn games)
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housing for locals (which is abysmal) and better code enforcement (poop
pick up,parking)
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Keeping the integrity of Vail Village in good order
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Make a focus on locals and those who make this place function. We are
often looked over for the sake of making more money for a corporation.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
New eyes and ears
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Reduce the rules of variance/real estate upgrades.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Remove the land lease for Vail Commons as has been done with the other
affordable housing units in our community.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Representation of the community; including the neighbors in the mid -
valley; and who is coming to Vail to ski, go to restaurants, and access
community events. Summer free parking is a major bonus for locals to
attend these venues.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Thank you, you are the Guardians.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
That they continue to try to solve problems with parking,employee
housing,etc.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
The Town is supported by an entire valley of jobs, homes and institutions.
Council should not be myopic in recognizing we have partners in the
valley better suited to meeting housing and education needs on a larger
scale. Living outside of the town but working in Vail is not the hardship
council presents. I would desire council to work collaboratively as a valley
for housing and transportation needs.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
They create a vision for the town to attract and improve tourism... you
are a resort town and there are several of them between here and
deriver ... what attracts the weekend traveler to sit in traffic another 40
min to come to vail over the many resorts before it??!
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Think younger.
Open
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Year-round
To clean up our roads and Gore Creek. Also, to inform us ahead of time of
costly controversial projects like the golf course clubhouse/ wedding
center. We all have email.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
To communicate better, maybe to have events where they can mingle
with people (not only formal meetings)
Open
Wrong
Year-round
To help make it easier to live and work in this valley
Open
Wrong
Work only
-cost of living affordability -sustainable and reasonable growth
Open
Wrong
Work only
Don't sit on the town's money, invest it in the community and valley.
Council members can disagree but they don't have to have obstructionist
attitudes
Open
Wrong
Work only
Fix parking issues. More frontage / free parking in town or change to
costs for parking in structure. Actually get moving on develpoments of
new housing for local businesses' employees.
Open
Wrong
Work only
Hope they change the management structure
Open
Wrong
Work only
Open-mindedness
Open
Wrong
Work only
That the town will focus on the needs of its workers - housing, parking,
etc - and less on the needs of private interests.
Open
Wrong
Work only
I think about the locals. I lived in vail for 12 years living hand to mouth and
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helping build this town and all that it offers. I just recently moved to
gypsum for a more affordable housing situation as well as a better overall
lifestyle. Vail seems to just want 2nd homeowners with big fancy houses.
Open
Wrong
Work only
To have a higher regard for the employees and their well being. Just
because the manager and directors are paid a large salary doesn't mean
the rest of the employees are earning a living. Most can't even afford to
live in town. The employees that are living in employee housing have
their rent raised every two years whether it needs to be or not. Between
the increase in rent and insurance you never get ahead. How much
money does the council need from the employees to support their
housing program? Enough is enough. Get control of the cost of capital
projects. Cost overrun money could go to support wages and benefits.
How big an overrun was ford park? How much extra is the clubhouse
costing? Who's held accountable for these overruns?
Open
Wrong
Part-time
A more professional approach with an open mind towards the future.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Better interaction with the community. Listen to the needs and concerns
of the homeowners. Do not make decision based on their wants and pet
projects.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Develop more common use space. Develop more mountain bike trails on
both side of i70 in Vail, not just down valley. Push forward covering or
burying i70 (I know, I know, this is a big one, but where is it on the list?)
Open
Wrong
Part-time
For many years, I think there has been an assumption that most of the
time what's good for VR is good for the town. I would like the council to
spend some time carefully analyzing that assumption, identifing where
interests diverge, and considering appropriate policies in those cases. I
am NOT suggesting developing an adversarial relationship with VR, just a
more interest based relationship.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Time will tell, but not hopeful.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
To find ways to manage the increase in traffic on 1-70, offer parking that
isn't a blight on Frontage Rd, not to mention dangerous, and just stop
offering events that aren't appealing --loud bands in downtown and
excess at the top in the summer.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
To respect the citizens and voters of Vail who voted to trust the city with
their tax dollars and if you are not sure of what the majority wants, to put
it to a vote, otherwise it looks as though special interests have corrupted
city government.
Open
Wrong
Own
A sense of frugality, service, listening to the needs of residents
business
only
Open
Wrong
Own
To make the town the #1 ski destination.
business
only
Open
Wrong
Get mail
Allow Vail to continue to be a mountain resort leader without
only
compromising quality of experience. Allow for more breadth of retail
options.
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That they try to make Vail less for the super -rich snobs and more for the
only
average person.
Open
Wrong
change
Open
Don't know
Year-round
A less progressive and liberal agenda.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
A more balanced focus on how we take care of our Ilocals + grow the
town business of tourism, they can't exist exclusively.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Affordable housing
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Be more progressive with a common sense approach concerning rules on
real estate to be able to upgrade/modify older housing stock to meet
current residents needs.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Communications, prudence, practicality, listen to community, consider
both long- and short-term implications of decisions. Don't swing in the
wind as we have on employee housing: Act, back off and then complain
we have no affordable housing. Example (1): first build housing with
transfer of ownership at end of contract term, then buy it back for $20M,
then replace half the units with almost no increase in capacity, sell that
half again for $5M so we can buy it back again. Example (2) encourage
EHU's and grant extra GRFA, then allow EHU's to be re -absorbed for
personal use in the now increased GRFA Drop 'world class' and 'iconic'
from vocabulary and focus on what the community and guests need and
what we need to be competitive and functional, not necessarily showy,
iconic, world-class (which no one can define anyway). Step up to the
parking problem. Recognize that Ever Vail may be Never Vail and that the
parking promises there will be inadequate to eliminate the Frontage Road
parking.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Fresh approach to employee housing and the never ending winter parking
issues.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I am looking forward to some new faces, especially the people that have
been newly elected
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I don't know what the council does.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I hope that a strong, long-term vision for Vail will be established. Vail does
not feel like a town when you compare the nearby towns of Aspen and
Breckenridge. I was really excited to move into Vail last fall, one of the
main attractions being the free public transportation I could take
advantage of. I parked my car and planned on not driving all winter --i
have done that. What has been disappointing to me has been the lack of
variety of 'local' businesses that provide things the locals need/want.
There is no bookstore, thrift store, place to buy art supplies or crafts.
feel a lack of culture in Vail; there doesn't seem to be a dominate
personality of Vail.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I hope that they can consider those that reside and Vail, those that work
in Vail, and those that employ within Vail into the decision making
process
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I hope they continue to move Vail forward into the future, not just stay in
neutral because the name carries itself.
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Don't know
Year-round
I think the Council was overdue for some fresh faces and, overall, I'm
optimistic. Our new mayor is providing very good leadership.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
keep original charm of Vail while still making improvements to
infrastructure
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Keep the local flavor of Vail in mind in all decisions while keeping town
expenses within a manageable budget.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
looking forward to new views to age old problems parking, lack of
housing
Open
Don't know
Year-round
More information to residents.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
NOISE control for those of us who live North of 1-70 over looking highway.
Better enforcement of speed limit on 1-70 and N Frontage road.Better
enforcement of Jake Brake usage. Let people build noise barriers without
going through DRB
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Not applicable
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Please also keep local families in your thoughts in your decision making
process.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Spend some of that reserve money!
Open
Don't know
Year-round
That the Council realize that residents DO care about budgetary and
development decisions and look for ways to engage. How about online
surveys on important issues?
Open
Don't know
Year-round
That they continue the tradition of doing what is best for Vail.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
That they take a step back and look at how far Vail has come. And then
do everything they can to ensure this positive momentum continues
forward.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
To encourage more local events that are not mass socialized. keep it local.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Zoning changes to my neighborhood are announced and made public.
Much like neighborhood picnics. Huge signs are put up for this --picnics;
but a zoning change -- where perhaps 20 units can go into what is
currently 5 units is swept under the carpet.
Open
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?
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Continue to assist business's to help their employee's afford to work in
Vail Village. To market and plan town summer events, winter events and
encourage new client base. To urge Vail Resorts to take a bigger interest
in the happenings of our town, not just their bottom line and skier
numbers. To be a leader as a GREEN town, doing thing right and enforcing
stricter green rules on VR.
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Hope they think of themselves as agents/representatives of the people's
individual interests as opposed to agents of the town government entity.
Open
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listen to the citizens. Seems the town makes up its mind before citizen
input, then has convinced itself it is right, other opinions are considered
non- informed...
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Road conditions/pot holes.
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Since I don't live within the town limits, I don't feel that I have any
expectations.
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That they will continue to move Vail forward, and continue to enhance
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the guest experience. Parking will always be an issue, but would really
love it at some point for someone to address this.
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Town Council need to continue to represent all the stakeholders of the
community... this expands beyond Town of Vail residents.
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A focus on types of businesses offered to guests would be good. We dont
have a good grocery store or a good place like the Rucksack used to be
offering useful items to people who are staying more than a day or two. I
recently found the bodega which helps some, but is still quite limited in
its offering.
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More seasonal housing for employees with less income restrictions.
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Not to make Vail to commercialized. Don't run the little guys out. It takes
all kinds to make a balance community.
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Solve parking
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That they get the Chamonix parcel built as soon as possible as not to
annoy the the surrounding homeowners for 5 years.
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they will focus on affordable housing not more hotel projects , and not
housing that a developer will own in the future or be moved to market
rate like Pitkin Creek Stop wasting money on the 1-70 underpass tax Vail
resorts more & be less beholden to it change or end the RETT we don't
need more open space we are next to lots of it, spend the money on the
community, get rid of fire danger dead trees, reinvest in Vail DO NOT
spend anything on the trail into East Vail , leave the trail as it is mountain
bikers have lots of places already we need a nice walking only dirt trail in
nature for citizens and visitors
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To continue to go forward with what the old Vail Town Council was
working on.
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Vibrant community that is a pleasure to be a part of with numerous
activities, events, etc.
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Don't know
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To work on affordable housing solutions as well as solving parking
business
problems. As a business owner I would love to afford to live close and
only
would love to have employee housing available for staff. Always hard to
find enough employees because of lack of housing. Plus, I pay a lot to
have a parking spot since I don't live close.
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Well run, fiscally conservative
business
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That they would be more responsive to the actual residents of Vail and
more fiscally responsible with projects ie: The Club House!!!
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Stop with decisions that do not help community - wages are hugely out of
sync with costs of living. No employee parking. Health care costs too high.
Real change to make living and working in county - available. Real wages/
real health care that is affordable to citizens who are not wealthy.
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Q.7: Rate your satisfaction with Public Works services in the Town of Vail.
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Bassingdale Blvd is in terrible shape all winter and dangerous for both
pedestrians and vehicles.
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Cleanliness is important and overall things are good. I believe that it is
important to maintain the restrooms throughout the day. The cleaner
they are, the cleaner they will stay.
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Dogs, leashes, cleanliness, picking up etc. always needs to be
montored/cleaned up.
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East vail is always last for the plow, but again, it's why we live here
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For the number of people that pass thru the town some days, the public
works department does an amazing job. These individuals need to be
recognized, because the job they do is often thankless and you can tell
they take pride in what they do here.
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Glad to see updates on fire station in town.
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great job overall
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Great job snow plowing and timing, but excessive followup with large
front end loader/scrapers. They dig too low and costly scrape off the
road surface which has recently been chip sealed. They also needlessly
come to widen the road (as Davos Trail) when the road oftentimes is clear
and wide enough. You may want to keep your existing crews busy but
this does not account for the time, wear and tear of the
machines.... waste of money. Also will they stop applying cinders of the
flat part of Davos Trail which is not needed and accumulates on the sides
of the road. Thank you for listening!
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Great place to live but I / we made money on the East Coast and runour
own business. time to focus on making this a truly liveable place for
everyone.
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Great snow plow services. Public works department very responsive
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I am in favor of improvement or redevelopment of some of the older
Town -owned facilities, such as the Municipal Buildings and Dobson Ice
Arena.
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I continue to chafe at heavy use of cinders on snowy roads as these are
swept to roadside after storms winding up in storm sewers and
eventually our degraded watershed.
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I live on Buffehr Creek Road. The town does a good job maintaining the
road in the winter. Almost as good as Arturo Chavez did --not quite, but
almost...
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I would love to see the bike path shoveled in winter. Especially this up
coming winter while the construction of the round about is under way. I
plan on using my bike or walking to avoid the anticipated congestion that
comes with these big projects.
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It's disgusting to walk thru Vail in the morning and see vomit on the walk
ways, and often in quite a few places. Ugly,... and gross. One day I saw
the street sweeper coming and thought that might fix the problem.
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Nope,.. still here.
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maintenance is so important. take care of what we have
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Need new Municipal Building.
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No
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Please add baby changing station to bathrooms in lionshead next to ice
rink. Parks are amazing in the TOV - great amenity, very clean and
creative! Please add year-round bathrooms to the next Booth Ck park.
Sweeping could be increased on the roads.
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Public works makes me proud and makes me happy to pay my property
tax bil.
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roads are hard to maintain. that is why a 4 instead of a 5. but very
pleased.
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Seems like the roads were only repaired for the world championships;
need more streetlights, especially at the intersection of north frontage
road and red sandstone drive (light pollution reducing lights would be
great! ); better signage at roundabouts and more enforcement/education
about what lane to be in and using turn signals!
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Snow clearing on my street seems to have been given a slightly lower
priority than in previous years. We used to be one of the first streets
cleared in the morning, now it happens after I leave for work. This
despite the plows getting a very very early start on Bighorn Road
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Snow removal in East Vail is excellent!. ..plow drivers are very courteous
and wait for those walking dogs or whatever to clear before driving
through! It would be tough living in E. Vail if they weren't really terrific
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Snow removal in East Vail is excellent ... plow drivers are courteous with
traffic, dog -walkers, but still get the job done.
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Team does a great job with the resources they have.
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Thank you for your hard work. I really appreciate the small gravel on the
recreation path .
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The end of Black Gore Drive had a large build up of hard ice with deep
ruts and potholes for most of February. Seemed worse than in year's
past.
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The municipal building and the community development building are not
to Vail standards
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The snow is always gone when I drive to work around 7:15ish. Also the
parks are always in good condition.
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They do an outstanding job providing impressive outdoor spaces
(playgrounds) and keeping them well maintained. What a treasure this
town has.
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this department does a great job!
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This is an amazing place to live!!! We have small children and we LOVE to
take advantage of EVERY SINGLE park in town. Every weekend we go to a
different one and they are all incredibly maintained. We often see
workers discussing equipment safety, blowing leaves and debris from the
play area or mowing the lawn and they are all friendly and lovely. AND
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the bathrooms are fantastic. They are always clean, safe and they don't
smell unpleasant ever. I, personally, would rather go to the bathroom in
one of our parks (and I have!) than at the grocery store or even at some
of the local restaurants!! Also, the gentlemen who drive the plows and
street equipment are just that.... gentlemen... in every sense of the word.
They are kind and courteous and friendly... especially to my children who
race outside whenever they hear a plow or street cleaner. I try to give
them beverages and baked goods whenever possible to thank them for
their service. Is there another way we can express our thanks???
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This is the cleanest town!! I love the flowers in the summer as well as the
lights on the trees. It looks beautiful!
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This winter, I feel we've seen less snow plowing and cinders on days
we've needed it compared with previous years. Conversely, in the
summer, sometimes it seems our street is cleaned daily which is waaaay
overkill. Buffehr Creek Road.
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TOV public works always appears to be working hard and getting the
snow removed early in the morning! Much appreciated! When I see
them in town they always say hello.
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Town hall is getting tired.
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Town seems perfect to me.
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Town snow plows bury my driveway after I sent all day digging out.
Empty field across from me .... why not plow the snow that way???? Need
to do better job of cleaning up gravel after storms - its hell on y car and
windshield.
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Very icy road morning and evenings between Dobson and Lionshead.-
dangerous walking - need cinders applied when sun goes down
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We are very pleased with the process leading to re -building Booth Creek
Park. Todd and the Council listened to the concerns of the neighborhood
and tried to accommodate as many people as possible.
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Welllll. the town hall and police station buildings are dated.
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TOV workers seem to do a fine job. I'm glad to see that their benefits
help compensate them for all their hard work. One of the best benefits
pckages in Eagle County.
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after a major storm, I believe the Town does an amazing job clearing the
streets!
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Anyone who doesn't think the town is doing a good job of keeping the
place clean needs to travel more
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Anyone who has complaints hasn't spent much time anywhere else.
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Appreciate that care is given to keep Vail standards high but there are
little things that need some improvement. Mostly streets that get
damaged
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approach ramp to pedestrian i-70 overpass, south side, often too icy.
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Bald Mountain Road isn't in great shape. Huge amounts of traction sand
slide down our hill.
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Big Horn park has too much dog waste, as do all the parks. Could a citizen
patrol be used or better monitoring to keep clean.
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Compared to other places I have lived, Vail does an AMAZING job.
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Doing a god job
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I always run into city workers getting trash at trailheads and they are
always great! I love in Boulder where we don't have trash at trailheads
which is a huge pain. Thanks too for all the dog waste bags brilliant idea!
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I am particularly proud of the lights that are put up each year for the
holidays that stay until the area closes. They add much ambiance and
cheer to the town.
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I think the town does an excellent job and all the employees I have met
from clerks to police to greeters to snow plow drivers are friendly, happy
people. They project a great image for Vail.
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i will now register with the Town of Vail for updates and information
regarding current issues.
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I'd be impressed by carbon emissions reduction while doing all of the
above services
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Keep services at high quality and retain unique destination qualities. Our
family loves the holiday appearances.
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keep up the good work
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Keep up your diligence
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Molly Eppard that does the art walks is such a great ambassador for the
town.
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No
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no,thank you
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None
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Since Vail embarked on the'Billion Dollar' make -over some years ago, the
appearance of the town has been greatly upgraded. This has left the
Town -owned buildings lagging behind in style and appearance. They are
becoming eyesores and need to be upgraded.
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Snow plows fill our driveway with snow. We have enough space on our
property to remove the natural snowfall from our driveway, but not the
extra snow that gets plowed into it every time they plow.
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Snow removal is the best I've ever encountered.
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Snow removal is the best I've seen! Kudos!
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Someday, I would like the Town Offices / Police get a new building.
Something really beautiful.
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The main town offices needs a facelift, other than that Vail is great!
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The transportation site by the Ritz Carlton looks awful.
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this winter has caused lots of potholes. I hope Public Works will do a
quick and thorough job of repair.
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TOV does a great job in all the above specified areas. My extended family
visits us in the summer and we use all the public areas. They love it and
the TOV does a great job maintaining it
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Town of Vail business offices are dated, but I understand that the TOV
priorities lie elsewhere in the village.
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Vail does a great job on all of these items
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We only became aware of the parking pass administered by the city that
offers small discount to residents. I wish for the city to expand to more
public parking areas. I love the free grocery bags encouraging people to
use re -usable bags and cut down/ban plastic shopping bags. Next step
would be to reduce disposable water bottles. Perhaps some really
cool/free bottles with more filling stations?
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When they were repairing Chaomnix last year the incompetent workers
let people drive on the newly repaired road and much of the repair work
was undone. They came back the next day but did a poor job of fixing it.
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I love the bus services, It is the best ! 1 1 love the Library
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Still issues with the wayward pet dog.
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Over 50% of private snow plow operators do not display flashing lights,
names or phone numbers. Operators plow snow onto public streets as
much as six feet, and the town does nothing.
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There is a problem of non-compliant dog owners in Big Horn Park not
picking up their dogs waste. When I walk my dog, I usually pick up extra
waste to keep the place contamination free.
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*1 believe we are polluting the water with mag chloride and with snow
removal salt. They should both be banned from town grounds. Summer
care at parks is beautiful.
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Bus system needs tweeking. Times on some routes. In town drivers
should not be allowed to play and make others listen to their loud music
choices. They often are not responsive to the public and there questions
when loading or unloading.
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Cleanliness: I don't believe this is because the Town is not cleaning. I think
as you have more people in a 'festival, free for all manner' it is hard to
keep things clean.
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Everything is fine. I wonder though if they could use less rocks during the
snow season?
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Failure to remove cinders put on road after winter end. It just lays on the
side of the road until the plant growth hides it. Failure to penalize
individuals that do not pick up after their dogs. Failure to catch and treat
urban runoff.
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hard to maintain the dog park in my area as people who bring their dogs
to the park DO NOT clean up after their dogs - the areas that are
designated leash areas in the park seem to be just as bad - people do not
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leash their dogs where they should and the majority of them do not have
enough control over their dogs to know where they defecate, let alone
pick up after them.
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I don't see many officials out and about, at least I am not aware of who
they are. They could be nice. Some departments are definitely not
nice....
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I'd like to see the town cleanups take place earlier in parks, bike paths,
river, etc. It's a mess here all the way up until summer just starts after
the snow melts. The highway, on the other hand is cleaned up more
frequently, but I'm sure that's due to access because it's not frequently
covered by snow.
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I'm tired of having the dig out my car every morning it snows because the
town plow had pushed all the street snow onto my driveway. In Aspen
and Glenwood, they plow toward the center of the street and then
remove the snow. Novel idea!!! In Vail, they clear the streets by pushing
the snow onto private property.
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keep driveway entrances on private property clear. Generally does great
job
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Most of the bus drivers no longer announce the stops. How hard can that
be? Many of our guests don't know the look of every stop. I ride the bus
to work and back 3 days a week and have noticed that the driver's are not
very accommodating - except for the few who are exceptional!
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Need to improve snow removal on frontage road, at times the snow
banks are so high you can not see traffic coming from either direction
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Really need to work on the bathrooms in the structure. They are used non
stop all day and are almost never clean. Poop on the doors for weeks
straight!?! WEEKS! How do you not see a smear of shit going across the
door for a week?!?
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Snow removal could be better between 10 pm and 6 am.
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Snow removal was best ever this year! Especially in east vail
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STREET SWEEPING MORE OFTEN IN SPRING. MORE SNOPLOWING ON
VAIL VALLEY DR.
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The end of South Frontage Road W never gets plowed past the
Intermountain bus stop - why is that?
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The parking structure is quite often a mess. Especially on the west end.
Lots of stuff on the sidewalk. It should be cleaned with water at least
every month.
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The town is well kept, however for the amount of revenue it generates, it
could be better spent.
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These guys generally do a good job.
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Time to redo the town hall and community buildings to match the Vail
brand. Looks outdated.
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While the snow is cleared efficiently, residents yards ar ripped up in the
process.
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why do we allow delivery trucks and garbage trucks to leak on our streets
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with no recourse
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Workers are doing great job.
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Wondering why all restrooms at parks need to be closed in the winter as
they seem to be heated?
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1. Why is there no snow removal on the road off Vail Valley Drive from
VVD to behind the tennis /pickle ball courts to the rear gate at Manor
Vail? It is slippery all winter. 2. see comment above re unjust conversion
of the second Golden Peak tennis court to pickle ball courts at Golden
Peak.
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Actually we are pretty shocked. We would think that considering the
amount and frequency of snow that road conditions would be better and
safer for drivers than everywhere else. We actually find it more
dangerous.
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How about a sign identifying the police station? Making the town smoke
free would also be a huge improvement, especially in the parks.
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I find the town does very well with basic services.
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Install solar electronic speed signs to reduce traffic speed including the
Vail buses speeding through the neighborhood.
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Need to do a better job putting out dog pick up bags.
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Need to make the golf course a great facility. Take better care of greens -
roll or mow more.
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Roads encompasses more than just snow removal. You do not treat the
maintenance of all roads equally.
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The folks doing the snow removal on town facilities are great.
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The snow removal on walkways, particularly around the Dobson Ice Arena
should occur on more regular intervals.
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The town buildings look a bit old and worn. But, honestly, if Vail Resorts
has so much power in the town then have them build you new municipal
buildings. It's the least they can do. They take a lot from the town as it is
already. Have them give back.
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TOV does a wonderful job. Wish Safeway and City Market parking lots
would be cleaned up regularly, which we know is not TOV, but all garbage
is unsightly and reflects negatively on our town.
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Your dog parks are almost second to none. Vail isn't Disneyland but
Disneyland always felt almost TOO spotless, TOO perfect. Vail Village &
environs are just right.
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I am impressed with the efficiency of snow removal, even in
neighborhoods off the main roads.
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I like the up grades to bike path and like the new proposals for a trail
through town we need more. More trails better access means less cars
ect
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meadow ridge road usually has a very big build up of ice, it does not get
plowed very well. Most other streets seem OK.
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Municipal building is tired.
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Overall, I think they're doing pretty well.
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Please clean the trash hiding over the wall (south side) adjacent to the
central bus stop, Le., the transportation center.
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Snow removal is a huge issue where we live. Our driveway goes down,
steeply, from the main road. When the TOV plows, they leave a 2-3 foot
pile of snow at the top of our driveway making it difficult and unsafe for
us to enter the street.
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The town does a great job providing great services, especially the free
bus!
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The town does well on services!
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This year the snow removal crew have been outstanding. In years past
they have usually snowed us in as we live at the end of a cul de sac that
they normally just sweep round and leave us with 18 inches of snow to
clear ten feet from the end of our drive. This year they have taken the
extra 3 minutes to back hoe the snow away from the drive way.
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I live on Sandy Lane. It is often cleared with a plow. There is no good
turnaround for them. The plow is often driving on private property to get
out of our cul-de-sac. Last year a plow slid back into our garage causing
damage. The street should be cleared with a front end loader or smaller
plow.
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not sure where maintenance of Vail Associates begins and TOV ends.
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The town of Vail uses my property to dump snow on.
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Truly amazing how the town keeps things so clean and organized. Best
plowing I have ever seen .... and lets not forget the great bus service.
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parking structure needs to be cleaned more frequently. The build up of
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mud makes it feel so dirty. Also, the elevator buttons while waiting for
the lifts... many times I see footprints on them and the walls surrounding
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Always have had good service with Vail Transportation service
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Bathrooms need more attention are locked too often
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During high volume times, the public restrooms could use extra attention.
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For the 19 years I have lived here, Vail has always been run very well, by
an unusually attractive and efficient set of friendly employees.
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Right
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Garden crew should not be smoking and sitting cross legged while on the
job.
Open
Right
Year-round
Good snow handling!!!
Open
Right
Year-round
hate paying to park.
Open
Right
Year-round
I am very happy with TOV Public Works! I only wish the park bathrooms
were open in the winter.
Open
Right
Year-round
I don't think scraping winter streets to the pavement 2 - 3 times a year is
necessary unless there is a net savings in street maintenance costs. I
would like to see an effort made to educate dog owners to clean up after
there pets. Dog shit is everywhere, its a public health issue, left on the
ground it ends up in Gore Creek.
Open
Right
Year-round
I don't think the streets need to be scraped to the pavement 2 -3 times
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each winter unless there is an net maintenance cost savings by doing so. I
think storm water runoff and non -point source pollution need to be
addressed. I think a strong message needs to be sent to dog owners
about taking responsibility for disposing of THEIR dog's shit.... it's
everywhere.
Open
Right
Year-round
I feel very fortunate to live here.
Open
Right
Year-round
I live on grouse lame in east vail and sometime when I leave for work the
plow truck has not been down our road. It's only a problem on very big
snow storms. The other roads will be perfect to the pavement. As wide as
the road is. All we would need is one pass to the bottom to get us out. We
are at the bottom of the hill so with more then 8 inches with late plowing
it's hard to get out for work by 6am
Open
Right
Year-round
I think it is a travesty that they allowed the green construction wall to be
present on Bridge street for the entire ski season. This is supposed to be a
world class resort and we have that eyesore for our tourists? Most of the
winter they has been no work going on.
Open
Right
Year-round
I would love to know how we can get people to stop smoking and
throwing down their used cigarette butts onto public walkways. I think
there are a good number of disposal bins, but many people are not using
them.
Open
Right
Year-round
I'd like to suggest two things: 1) give merchants and restaurants the
ability to validate our parking, at least with some discount. (It's obnoxious
to go spent $1000 at Gorsuch or host group for lunch and have to pay full
parking) 2) put toilet seat covers in the bathrooms THANKS
Open
Right
Year-round
Improvement of Transportation building restrooms is great. Snowplow
drivers should be taught how to drive, and what the speed limit is - I've
come close to being run into by them several times.
Open
Right
Year-round
It might be helpful to have a little more town information in the
newspaper. The bus schedule change was not in the newspaper this
winter and that seemed to throw a lot of people. Maybe a weekly article
of town happenings would be a good idea.
Open
Right
Year-round
lionshead foot bridge across 1-70 is very slippery - many pedestrians fall in
the snow on the down slops of the bridge and the walkway east into
lionshead - these need to be heated walkways like the rest of town
Open
Right
Year-round
My recent trips to the public restrooms and parks have been
underwhelming in terms of cleanliness.
Open
Right
Year-round
need quicker response times fro snow removal on Garmisch Drive
Open
Right
Year-round
New Town buildings are excellent Other facilities showing their age i.e.
Town offices, police station, rest rooms on the golf course.
Open
Right
Year-round
Overall, great job by Public Works! Really exceptional and outstanding in
comparison to other communities. I never have to worry about the roads
not being taken care of, the village always looks pristine, the parks are
always beautiful and well maintained. Well done.
Open
Right
Year-round
Parking is expensive.
Open
Right
Year-round
People that work for the TOV are generally pretty happy and helpful
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when asked appropriate questions.
Open
Right
Year-round
Please try to monitor the Lionsridge construction mess. They have a huge
disgraceful trash pile the size of a building from the snow melt and
construction trash.
Open
Right
Year-round
Public works does a wonderful job. The town looks beautiful most of the
time.
Open
Right
Year-round
quicker resonse times needed for snow removal on Garmisch Drive
Open
Right
Year-round
Snow removal is amazing. I watch the public works employees sweeping
Meadow drive and am so proud of the job the town is doing. Landscaping
in the parks is outstanding. Now, if we could just get every dog owner to
pick up... Overall, amazingjobH!
Open
Right
Year-round
Some of the side streets take. Bit but they do a fantastic job very quickly. I
love the snow removal when it piles up too much
Open
Right
Year-round
street signs seem to be taken out each winter by plows. Driveway often
plowed in by plow drivers.
Open
Right
Year-round
The culverts on the north side of Garmsch need attention ASAP
Open
Right
Year-round
The employees do a great job of keeping Vail beautiful
Open
Right
Year-round
The existing Municipal building and Village parking structure are very
tired and need to be replaced and upgraded.
Open
Right
Year-round
The on and off ramps for i70 need more road maintenance as does South
Frontage Road. Also, the Parking Structures need more maintenance
(especially by the TRC and La Cantina) and surveillance for drug use.
Open
Right
Year-round
The quality and lighting of the interiors of the parking structures is
horrible. Its creates a bad image of the Town as a quality place. Solaris is
a good example of a light and clean facility. I think you need add more
lighting, paint and ceiling treatment would be very welcome
enhancements.
Open
Right
Year-round
The transportation center is not so nice, and there are cigarette butts
everywhere. Can't we please make that nonsmoking so that those of us
who take the bus don't have to inhale secondhand smoke?
Open
Right
Year-round
The use of the street cleaning machines is way overdone. Sometimes 3x a
week in Sandstone area? Save the money!
Open
Right
Year-round
There are some bus stops in East Vail with no over head street lights
making it hard to see pedestrians at night. Particularly at Bighorn Rd and
Juniper Lane.
Open
Right
Year-round
There is a huge pothole on Zermatt Lane as well as smaller ones on other
side streets. Also, I am not sure how far the TOV extends on the freeway,
but there are also potholes in the westbound 1-70 lanes near Dowd
Junction and the connecting points between bridges and roads are not
smooth.
Open
Right
Year-round
They do a great job!
Open
Right
Year-round
TOV workers do a great job. flowers are always awesome.
Open
Right
Year-round
We are all very privileged to live in Vail.
Open
Right
Year-round
What can be done to enforce dog owners to pick up after their pets? All
parks, children's playgrounds and hiking trails are littered with dog poop.
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It's disgusting and unsanitary.
Open
Right
Work only
Bus drivers need to be more friendly
Open
Right
Work only
I do not think TOV employees have coaching to provide courteous service.
Typical government employee disinterest prevails.
Open
Right
Work only
I think the PW department is a very hard working, caring, efficient group.
As a whole, they are top tier.
Open
Right
Work only
No matter how fantastic of a job is done there is always room for
improvement and change
Open
Right
Work only
Our public works department is the best they are on call from Oct - April
to make sure TOV is running perfectly during winter month especially.
Open
Right
Work only
Public Works does a great job.
Open
Right
Work only
Some of the Public Works employees are not the most curtious drivers
and lack using signaling for the most part.
Open
Right
Work only
The public works department does an fantastic job. Reminds me of my
first visit to Disneyland.
Open
Right
Work only
The snow plowing on Meadow Lane near the hospital and Dobson arena
can be quite rude as they do not slow down for cars approaching
Open
Right
Work only
They do a wonderful job with keeping our parks, playgrounds, parking
structures and villages clean year round.
Open
Right
Work only
Vail manages to present very nicely with the lights in the roundabouts
and other details.
Open
Right
Part-time
Better Snow and Ice attention on west Lionshead Streets and Frontage
Roads
Open
Right
Part-time
it would be nice to have a community pool or tennis courts on the south
west side of town or maybe a locals discount at some of the resorts like
cascade club etc
Open
Right
Part-time
More attention to West Lionshead roads after snow falls. Ice mitigation.
Open
Right
Part-time
Snow plowers clean Lionsridge Loop very nicely, but always spray some of
the snow into our driveway, sometimes a foot or more in height.
Open
Right
Part-time
Snow removal is always an issue. Any way to use less of the black rocks
that seem so ugly in the spring.
Open
Right
Get mail
The appearance of Vail (flowers to AMAZING Christmas lights) blow me
only
away every year. The improvement around bus stops and more
directional type signs has also added to the surroundings.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Bus stops have become primary smoking facilities to the dismay of guests
and residents. Bus stops should not permit smoking and areas that do
permit smoking should not be in main traffic areas such as the entrance
of the covered bridge.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Charlie's crew is great! I greatly appreciate their efforts to not leave wind
rows in front of driveways on meadow dr!
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Cigarette butts in front if Pepi's. What happened to fines for littering?
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I feel like the TOV public works employees are AMAZING! They do an
excellent job cleaning up after all the dirty, lazy tourists that seem to lack
the common decency to throw trash away in one of a million trash cans
within arms reach- every night during the busy season, Bridge Street
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especially turns into a wasteland of cigarette butts, plastic cups, and
other miscellaneous garbage- but the public works guys work hard so that
the even the early morning skier rush the next morning never has a clue
about the debauchery that occurred the previous night.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
If we could figure out how to make dowd junction safer that would be
nice. Thank you for getting this underpass going. It's going to be
awesome
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Jeremy that does parking lot maintenance is amazing.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Municipal Building and Vail Parking structure are tired. Need to add more
parking in structure and Ford Park. Glad to have a new golf course
building.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Other than my unfortunate run-ins with the housing coordinator, most
every other interaction I've had with TOV employees has been nothing
but spectacular.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
People need to keep their dogs on a leash
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Regular snow removal is good, Basingdale Blvd in particular is a major
pain. The snow is not removed but moved and blocks our entire parking
lot and at time damages vehicles.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Snow removal in our area has been great! especially in this adverse
heavy snow. Thank you, gentlemen!.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
The parking structures are pretty grimy with all my he black coal, or
whatever it is, spread about. The Parking spaces are only 7' 6' wide in
most cases. This is nowhere near wide enough to open the doors without
dinging the adjacent vehicles. Thus many spots are wasted as the vehicles
overflow their lines.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
The questions above were a little too broad -- making them difficult to
answer accurately.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
The restrooms in the Village Parking Structure sure could use an update
and good clean. The Parking Structure itself needs to be painted inside.
The snow removal people are great, friendly and helpful. Great job!
Open
Wrong
Year-round
The snow removal this year was awesome - great job thanks
Open
Wrong
Year-round
There's not one reason a town with 2 roads should have potholes.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
We live in West Vail ... high up ......and have great crews! ....we are always
able to get out and get to work/school in the mornings. Well done
Open
Wrong
Work only
Public works does the best job for the least pay. Why are they held to
such a low standard of pay?
Open
Wrong
Work only
Sewage smell in covered bridge area has been coming and going for years
Open
Wrong
Work only
Vail has too many cops, and meter maids/parking fairies. It is very
transparent that this is an issue, not of safety, but just another way to pad
the coffers of the town. I personally will avoid vail because of parking
issues at times, and the excessive police presence i am sure deters some
tourists from returning (like the ones given traffic and parking tickets).
But the towns gotta make their money someway i guess. Too bad the
chosen method is to tax the tourists that the towns economy is based
around, and to tax and inconvience locals that make the town work.
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Part-time
Depends which Public Works employees. Some are so awesome and
some... not.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Public Works does a very good job. Thank you!
Open
Wrong
Own
Public Works has a halo effect for me. They have always been courteous
business
on phone, responsive to fix things, diligent cleaning up after the
only
inexplicable slovenliness of visitors and employees, and a friendly
presence on the street/mall.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
A little more traction sand would help - there've been some hyper
slippery days this winter with plenty of plowing happening but no traction
sand in the known danger spots.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
parking is a problem. also limos and hotel shuttles double parked blocking
traffic in the core and supermarkets
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Snow removal on Town -owned sidewalks is inconsistent: e.g., the
sidewalk west of the Medical Center, South Frontage Road sidewalk. The
pavers on the south side sidewalk at Golden Peak between Mill Creek
Circle and bus entry have been in poor condition for two years. Kudos to
the Town of Vail flower crew: they always look fabulous!
Open
Don't know
Year-round
There are parts of Vail that are aging that should have a defined plan.
Additionally, while some workforce housing is underway, a more
concerted effort should be in process.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
This department is outstanding! We are very fortunate to have such a
clean town!
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Too much rock is being used for traction in East Vail. Operators need to
be a little more careful of when and where it is being distributed. Also
instead of sweeping it over, compacting it and creating a shoulder remove
it, go into the yards more, etc. No wonder Gore Creek is needing help!
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Vail does an exceptional job. It's difficult to keep things pristine 24 hours
a day, but Vail and it's employees have done a great job doing the best
they can. Thank you for your hard work!
Open
Don't know
Year-round
You should have a list like this for the town council so I know what they
do.
Open
Don't know
Work only
Need to consider impacts to buildings and environment of using gravel
and rocks for traction. Because its on the road it goes everywhere. Not
sure of there are cleaner alternatives.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
terrible ice build-ups allowed to be created on small roads at bottom of
hills, drains not kept open
Open
Don't know
Own
Highway litter is a disaster
business
only
Q.8: Rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of Fire Services in the Town of
Vail.
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Year-round
Back in 2002 the fire team saved my home from a fired am still thankful
forthat.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Enjoyed the open house in the Fall and touring the facility and meeting the
fire crew
Invite
Right
Year-round
Excellent work!
Invite
Right
Year-round
Great fire departments/ firemen
Invite
Right
Year-round
Have wonderful people in Fire Services ... we've had great response to
medical emergency situations/ gas leak situations in the past. Great
response to businesses with alarm issues, etc.
Invite
Right
Year-round
I attend the open house at the West Vail Fire Station last fall and thought it
was excellent!!!! It was so child -friendly and my Grandchildren had a
blast! What a wonderful teaching tool and experience for everyone.
Invite
Right
Year-round
i believe more should be done to remove dead trees around Vail
Invite
Right
Year-round
I feel very safe and 'taken care of living in Vail. We OFTEN visit the fire
station, always chat the firemen at the grocery store and are constantly
observing them working on their equipment, doing 'drills' and staying on
top of their duties. They are helpful, competent, approachable and,
obviously, capable.
Invite
Right
Year-round
I seem to be missing communications from this team. I'm sure all of the
above is done, but I'm unaware of it.
Invite
Right
Year-round
I think there can always be more done in regards to wildfire mitigation and
education regarding wildfires and preparedness.
Invite
Right
Year-round
I think we are overspending on the fire department, as they are primarily
needed for issues on 170
Invite
Right
Year-round
It would be better if this town hired from within the community or the
personal live within the community, Eagle county. What would happen if a
fire broke out and most of the firemen live in Denver. This would be a
disaster.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Liked the open house in WV for the kids - thank you.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Lots of fire mitigation in my neighborhood. Quick fire response to alarms
at my business.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Luckily have not had to use 919 services, but their response seems to be
quick.
Invite
Right
Year-round
NA re. Fire/medical issues
Invite
Right
Year-round
Need more planning and information on emergency exit plans in case of
fire or other emergencies. Especially needed for East Vail residents.
Invite
Right
Year-round
No
Invite
Right
Year-round
Sometime our firefighters have a real arrogant attitude.
Invite
Right
Year-round
The imminent danger of resident/tenant created fires, house fires, and
chimney fires is virtually nonexistent.
Invite
Right
Year-round
The limited interactions I have had have been positive. They have been
given the necessary tools to perform their jobs and I hope they are well
maintained.
Invite
Right
Year-round
The Town has had strong leadership in this area the past several years
Invite
Right
Year-round
There are ugly woodpiles above Buffehr Creek Rd that have been there for
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5 years and need to be burned.
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Right
Year-round
These services have an excellent reputation but we have not used them.
Invite
Right
Year-round
They seem to be doing a good job, luckily havenot had to use them.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Very approachable and helpful
Invite
Right
Year-round
We are going to experience a wild fire therefore we need extensive
mitigation and information to mitigate the results. I NEED MORE
INFORMATION.
Invite
Right
Year-round
We have such an outstanding professional fire fire staff. love meeting
them all in the summer at the free luncheons. Very approachable when
you go to the station as well.
Invite
Right
Year-round
We haven't had any problems
Invite
Right
Year-round
We took out family to the open house this fall and everyone was so helpful
and fantastic with the kids. Keep up the great work!
Invite
Right
Year-round
We were recently involved in a renovation, and rightly or wrongly, delays
and cost overruns were, without exception, attributed to rulings made by
'the fire department.' If the contractor wasn't lying, it seems like the
inspector/plan reviewer should have made at least some of these
requirements at the front end of our job.
Invite
Right
Year-round
why do fire engines need to run lights and sirens to all calls? many times
the VPD vehicle and ambulances run without lights and sirens but just
expedite and only use lights and sirens if caught in traffic. All of the
research shows that the few seconds that are saved does not make any
difference. The old 'seconds save lives and property' is not true.
Invite
Right
Work only
As for fire mitigation - only time will tell if the buffer works.
Invite
Right
Work only
Thankful for our emergency services that work hard to ensure the lives and
safety of others.
Invite
Right
Part-time
Again, the DRB forced us to install (at our expense) a fire alarm and
sprinkler system. These people are not elected.
Invite
Right
Part-time
Appreciate how involved the fire department is as citizens and their high
profile in our community.
Invite
Right
Part-time
Great staff
Invite
Right
Part-time
I fear that because of the beetle kill, there will be a bad fire in the future. I
think that all mitigation efforts are good
Invite
Right
Part-time
I had the need to dial 9112 years ago and the ambulance was not able to
find my condo in East Vail in the Timber Falls complex. It seems like the
address mapping is an ongoing problem for other services as well. We
have 2 address, one is the legal address and one is the postal address
which causes confusion.
Invite
Right
Part-time
I have had no experience with Vail Fire Dept. but have never heard
anything negative. I am glad West Vail has a new station. East Vail next?
Invite
Right
Part-time
I think I know Wildfire Mitigation is ongoing but I am not aware of Public
awareness!
Invite
Right
Part-time
Love the boot drive my kids look forward to it each year.
Invite
Right
Part-time
no
Invite
Right
Part-time
No
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no,thank you
Invite
Right
Part-time
None
Invite
Right
Part-time
Prompt and courteous response to fire alarm in condo community.
Invite
Right
Part-time
Recently needed EMS --response and expertise were excellent
Invite
Right
Part-time
Staff were helpful with questions regarding compliance/requirements
related to fire alarms.
Invite
Right
Part-time
The guys came out to help me with an accident in September. Could not
have been nicer. Tell them Thanks from me.
Invite
Right
Part-time
We recently had a flooding problem in our home and the nearby East Vail
fire house team responded and could not have been more helpful and
professional.
Invite
Right
Get mail
New chief is engaging and approachable
only
Invite
Right
Working with our construction, the building department was very helpful
and on time.
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
Luckily I have not been aware, or part of any emergency operations to be
able to answer this question
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
More beetle kill pine needs to be removed. A fire west of Vail will burn us
down.
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
Need to invest more in wild fire prevention.
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
no
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
The fire department in Vail and supporting stations down valley is
exceptional. The staff are well trained, dedicated and friendly. They
perform their role with skill, dignity and professionalism. They are an
asset to Vail.
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
The new fire houses look pretty sweet. Did I hear that someone over there
just got fired for miss using funds?
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
The wildfire mitigation efforts undertaken will not adequately mitigate any
large conflagration that approaches town lands. More coordinated and
focused efforts with the USFS and homeowners are required.
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
Town is not safe from forest fires west of the town.
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
fortunately, not a lot of experience with Fire Services but when I do run
into employees, very friendly.
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
I haven't had enough or any experience on the above to comment.
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
I haven't interacted with them.
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
luckily have not had a reason to interact with the fire department
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Need much better clean up of streets in the spring. The sides of the roads
have way too much sand and gravel.
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Not the sure what is going on.
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
We had fire mitigation on Buffehr and the firemen were fabulous! I have
lung cancer and the Chris (?), the guy in charge would give me a 24 hour
heads up when they were to burn so I could leave. They are all amazing -
we appreciate the work they do.
Invite
Don't
Year-round
Do not work with these
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Invite
Don't
Year-round
I don't have experience with fire services, but I always hear good things.
know
Invite
Don't
Year-round
in the past the fire department has taken a ridiculous amount of time to
know
respond to several instances at Middle Creek and Red sandstone school.
There was no major fire but they don't know that until they get there you
would think they would be a little quicker getting to an elementary school
especially because its so close to it.
Invite
Don't
Year-round
sorry I have no interaction with the fire services
know
Invite
Don't
Year-round
What I do know is that Vail has the fanciest firehouses in probably the
know
world. Does a town ten miles long need THREE fire stations? No but we
have them.
Invite
Don't
Get mail
Have never had interaction with fire department
know
only
Invite
Don't
Get mail
None
know
only
Invite
Year-round
Have had more interactions with public safety officers than with fire safety
officers
Invite
Part-time
The rotaries are dangerous. So many drivers have no idea how they work.
Could more signs be put in place and more indicators put on the roads?
Also, how about designated lanes for left and right turns at the parking
garage exits?
Open
Right
Year-round
Always super friendly! We had a CO alarm go off, and their response time
was quick, and the firefighters couldn't have been more courteous!
Open
Right
Year-round
Always very willing to educate the youth in our valley.
Open
Right
Year-round
Are we still running our tree clearing crews at same levels as drought?
Should be. Requiring wet pipe fire suppression in single family residential
is a ridiculous waste of money. People would rather spend their money on
other things. Putting a waterline in a ceiling cavity with no antifreeze is a
really bad idea..
Open
Right
Year-round
Continue the wildfire mitigation to keep our community ready, alert and
out of harms way
Open
Right
Year-round
fire department is great. They were very quick to respond to a CO alarm
we had going off and were super friendly!
Open
Right
Year-round
I don't have any experience with fire services in Vail
Open
Right
Year-round
I know they are frustrated with visiting our neighborhood so much ... I
appreciate their visits and their patience to make us safe.
Open
Right
Year-round
I loved the Open House put on by the fire department last year. The kids
were so excited. I also appreciated talking to the wildland team out from
of station 2 on Farmer's market days.
Open
Right
Year-round
I think we need the new station in Avon
Open
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Mike Vaughan has been great to work with.
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My only contact was for a Car Seat and was unable to get their help in a
timely fashion. Also, there could be more enforcement on head -counts at
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hotspots in the Village.
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Need trees/bushes etc removed within some agreed on number of feet
from homes and buildings. Everyone must participate. Need to require
wildfire mitigation efforts.
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Sorry, there are a number of these topics for which I have no interaction or
information. Haven't had to use firefighter services.
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Thankfully, haven't needed the services of the fire department.
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Thanks for remembering to do annual inspections at RSES.
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Thanks for the info about the south side of 170 beetle kill mitigation
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They are fantastic and friendly! I wish they would do some outreach on
smoking safely, etc.
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they have always been very helpful when my husband called 911
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When we remodeled, there were way too many rules which cost a lot of $
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While living on Casolar Dr. in Sandstone, the fire dept was very helpful in
directing us to cut trees and brush in order to reduce the fire hazzard in
the neighborhood.
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I think all spaces in town should have sprinkler systems.
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luckily I have not needed the services of Vail Fire Dept.
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Thank you!
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The Vail fire department reaction time is awesome. Having worked in the
village for 14 years , top notch response time for hotel guest issues is
fantastic.
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I did a very small renovation on my condo several years ago (removed
closet doors and put a ski bench in the closet), and the project was delayed
for ten days awaiting fire department approval.
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I had one incident in a condo building where it took way too long for the
fire dept. to respond.
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I had to call 9113 years ago. The EMT's were fast and very caring. I was so
happy to see them.
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I really have not had any experience in this area
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I am very pleased to hear the involvement that the Fire Department has
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with RSES! It is so great that they are going into the school and educating
the kids on various household hazards as well as how to calmly evacuate
the school. My daughter came home and taught us what she learned ... one
of the most important lesson being to NEVER hide from a firefighter
because they are there to help you!
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Amazing..... I'm a property manager who deals with them often. Fast
response time!! ALWAYS they are professional, courteous,
helpful ......... these guys are the best and go way beyond the job
description.
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cut logs are piled, just above Northwood, the snow load has flatten the
piles and the logs are rolling toward the drop, into the trench, and glass
walls. I am always concerned about kids playing in the trench, under the
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retaining wall.
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Glad firefighters go to schools.
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Have not seen a wildfire yet, so good work.
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Still waiting on dead and diseased trees to be removed along the creek,
please get the woodland fire team more help!
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Often use trucks for personal activities. Realise they are on call but this is
an expensive use of equipment.
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I needed medical services late one night in January and called 911, the
response was excellent. Fast and very courteous and very attentive.
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Need more emphasis on clearing dead or dying trees in the Vail Valley.
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I have not had interaction with their services
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I think inspecting non -remodeled homes is very important as well. Keep up
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the good work!
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I'm glad I don't know about response times. I am aware of and have been
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tracking a fire system permit still open for over a year.
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Lesson the Fire Dept's involvement in the building of private residences
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luckily I haven't had the need to interface with firefighters
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We've spent a fortune on a new fire station and the remodel of the village
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station, yet the department pushes for sprinklers and other measures that
are cost -prohibitive for remodels, etc. I'm sure Vail has the highest per
capita fire department in the universe. The department seems to want it
both ways - the best resources in the world and, simultaneously, impose
the highest possible cost fire mitigation measures on its residents.
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Vail fire has come to my place of work for both informational sessions and
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to aid us. They have been very helpful and responsive to all our needs and
requests for help.
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Q.9: Rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of Police Services in the Town
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All recent interactions have been positive and timely. Most of my recent
experience has been with Code Enforcement.
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Anytime I have spoken to a police officer on the street they have always
been very friendly and approachable.
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Could use some help letting people know not to get on 1-70 when traffic
is backed up (when pass is closed).
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Dont see them very often, but when I do they appear friendly and
wanting to help.
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Dwight has the BEST team of all!
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Dwight is great and very approachable. Wish we used Lonestar less; and
TOV police more.
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for the Burton concert on Saturday night - marijuana was everywhere - I
was with visiting families. they were shocked as was I. There was no
police foot presence and if there had been a little more, perhaps that
would have stopped so much pot being imbibed. I understand you have
to pick your battles and that was one that obviously was too big to
control.
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Great job keeping us safe! Haven't had much personal interaction with
the personnel.
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great job --fell very safe
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I appreciate the need for speeder control at the entrance to town.
However, it seems as a very not nice 'welcome to Vail!'
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I don't do a lot of driving in town, but have not seen the police vehicles
in West Vail, but once in the past four months (how I know that is it was
notable to me). The focus may be more on the village than outlying
areas. I'm sure they'll be more visible as construction on the new round-
about begins.
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I feel Intermountain has been vastly ignored over the past year regarding
traffic patrolling. I seem to remember passed years where police parked
along south frontage road specifically between the two kinnikinnick
entrances. Speeding has gotten out of control and frankly dangerous for
those walking, running, biking in the area.
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I have not had to use them, but they have come to our school for
discussions on an emergency response program for an active shooter.
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I know code inforecment has to inforce the parking rules. Such as no
parking on Frontage roads except on the weekends (in some locations).
However, they should do more to educate people before they ticket. I
watch them drive down the street regularly waiting for people to park
(espessially on Mondays) to issue tickets. They will drive right by
someone pulling to the side and putting on their ski boots and not stop
and tell them they can't park there, but come back 30 minutes later and
write a ticket. It they have time to come by at 10 am to write tickets,
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why can't they be there at 9 am directing people where they can park.
Especially since the sings are often very misleading. A GIANT parking
symble, then small print that says only certain days. Quite tyring to use
parking tickets as such a budget source.
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I think we are again overspending on Vail PD, to many officers, cars etc.
to primarily hand out speeding tickets and other driving infractions.
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I would like to see officers more often in Vail Village (Bridge Street, Gore
Creek Drive, and Meadow Drive), on foot or bike, but NOT sitting in the
cars. They are great when they are there, but we need them a little
more often. And Vail officers are substantially better than other
neighboring jurisdictions, we'd massively prefer them. If we need to
'borrow' officers, they should be in backup positions, not front and
center to our guests. Also, special events that require extra police
should be paying (aggressively) to get them.
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I would rather see more speed control on North Frontage road and the
Chamonix neighborhood than on the interstate. There aren't pedestrians
or children playing on 1-70.
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In years past (10+ years) I used have direct contact with VPD foot patrols
far more often. I was able to have brief discussions with officers and
they could inform me directly of issues that may be affecting certain
areas of town. This personal contacts seems to have diminished
significantly and I really do not feel as though I really know many people
at VPD. The risk of'emergency/crime' only contact could create an
environment where people do not feel connected to the police and
begin to see the department as separated from the community. I do how
to contact VPD if needed and they are always friendly and responsive.
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It is really crazy to have speed limits of 15 on some residential streets
and to get ticketed. Need to think about updating that and along the
frontage road to 30 from 25. 1 never see the patrol cars in
neighborhoods.
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Love to see police presence more. Hate to see public intoxication,
marijuana use and public urination in our community.
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Love VPD!
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need more police on the streets
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No
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No need for Police services in last year- a good thing. Don't ever see any
routine patrols through the neighborhood. I wish the no on -street
parking rule was better enforced on holidays when the kids in the house
across the street arrive for party weekends- especially on July 4th when
they tend to shoot fireworks well into the early morning hours.
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Off hours response needs better faster communication.
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On -road parking has been a problem in my neighborhood in the past
year. I would like to see more consistent patrol/presence of Code
Enforcement in the residential neighborhoods so as to prevent and
resolve parking issues.
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Our business has had several occasions to work with the Police who are
always courteous and helpful to 'troublesome' guests and restaurant
patrons. They understand the business we are in, and do their'policing'
accordingly.
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Overall I would say the police are friendly but not like they used to be in
years gone bye. Spend a ridiculous amount of time on speed
enforcement. I don't really understand why the TOV police spend so
much time enforcing 1-70 speeders. Spend more time walking Vail Village
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Parking and traffic in town continues to be more and more of a problem.
Parking prices for local employees are too high. Exiting from the east end
of the Lionshead parking structure is dangerous - there is a crosswalk
there but no drivers can see the fading paint, especially under snow and
there is no other indicator there that pedestrians have the right of way
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Police are unfailingly courteous and helpful in dealing with guest or
dining room issues...
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Road capacity limits ability to deal with traffic flow, parking at peak
times. Would it be helpful during closures or restrictions of 1-70 due to
truck chain up, CDOT maintenance, etc., following accidents for police to
be a bit more involved in re-routing traffic or alerting public of such
issues. Once on the scene they are quite helpful. A lot of delays &
stoppages could be lessened with quicker response, as when 170 chain
up clogs entire highway. With construction of new chain up & underpass,
these problems will greatly intensify isolating the Village & various
neighborhoods one from another.
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selective code enforcement
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Sometimes traffic control seems to add to the chaos instead of
smoothing it.
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Speeding through East Vail neighborhoods is common. Don't see patrols
often.
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Street lights would be nice when walking home from work to the parking
garage, Four Seasons to Lionshead parking lot. At night it is very dark.
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Thanks for serving our community and keeping us safe. I know this
community is small and safe in so many eyes and with the interstate and
amount of tourists, I know this presents so many challenges.
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The managing of the parking situation is not consist. Some neighbor get
tickets, other neighbors are overlooked. Either ticket everyone or don't
ticket at all. Think the police are horrible in this area.
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The police force in Vail is incredible. They are polite, kind, effective and
responsible.
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The speed limit in the Intermountain neighborhood was changed from
20 to 25 about 15-20 years ago. The police told us at the time it would
be easier to inforce. However I've only seen police out here after I've
made phone calls. It is 20 in the Matterhorn area and all areas of
Eagle -Vail. I feel it needs to be put back to 20. There are so many
families with young children walking to Stephens Park and so many
people walking their dogs and with the narrow streets here it is unsafe.
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It's an accident waiting to happen! Why can't we have the flashing sped
sign that they have on Stone Creek Dr. in Eagle -Vail??? The other area
that is so unsafe is the South frontage road in Intermountain. It has so
many walkers and cyclists and cars exceed the speed limit! Please
address these issues!!!! Thank you
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The Vail police department strikes the right balance of presence, safety
and security for a world class resort like Vail
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There are always people double parked in the parking stuctures and I
never see tickets for them. It is very frustrating to find a space when
others have two.
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There could be improvements on monitoring parking in the structures on
busy days so that drivers don't abuse the parking spots (covering 2 spots,
offering directions on open spots).
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They do a great job and I appreciate their outreach to the immigrant
community
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They don't seem to be as good this winter as in the past at stopping
traffic jams at the East Vail exit and on the frontage rd when 170 closes.
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Very little presence in east Vail..... Speeding is a problem that continues
to exist with little traffic control signing.
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We come from an urban private school in Hoboken NJ. We had no
police presence in school. Our daughter is at RSES and the police
presence was a surprise (shock may be more accurate). It has been a
very positive experience for her. The police are now just part of life and
normal human beings. Lovely.
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We haven't had any problems. But, we hardly ever see any police around
(and we live at the Four Seasons --right across the street from the police
station) and never see any police around on foot. Once in 8 years, we
saw one of the Vail Police person skiing on the mountain. More visibility
would be great. We do hear sirens and see flashing lights from time to
time (why do we need sirens? --Singapore never uses them). The same
shops --fur shops --seem to be targeted year after year. Can anything be
done to prevent that? Parking is a HUGE problem. Why not use the lawn
where the Roost used to be for daily parking, for example?
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Would like to see more patrols off Chamonix for speeding vehicles.
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Great officers!
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not much interaction with police personally
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Traffic control - Would like to see better signage / surface painting for
use of round a bouts. How about a sign 'please use blinker' at entrances.
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Again, compared to where I live the other half the year......
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By virtue of never feeling unsafe or experiencing anything negative
during my intermittent visits
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Despite all the people and the challenges that come with that, the
policemen are always polite, helpful and friendly.
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Frustrated when I see cars taking 2 spots in the garages. Also sometimes
not clear about spots on top of paring garage in Village. Think guests get
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confused about street parking especially in neighborhoods. There is
signage but sometimes not noticed and feel bad if they get ticketed. We
live on Boothfalls Rd. and parking minimal for trail and many use street
or frontage road out of frustration and if school parking not available it
creates a problem. Use of temporary signage would be nice to make it
more noticiable and clarify the 'rules'.
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Honestly I don't see the police much. I really do believe that they are
doing a great job without being seen. I never hear of any problems from
any of my family, friends or guests. I am thankful for that!! When I do
see them patrol - I always wave and they are very friendly in return. It is
a difficult job and it seems that are professional and effective.
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I feel safe so I guess they are doing a good job
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I had a very satisfactory experience in 2015 with Vail Police in handling a
property crime in which I was a victim. It resulted in convictions of all 3
people involved because of the good investigative work of the officer
involved.
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I like the fact that Vail police are responsive and are willing to handle
situations like loud and rowdy renters in the complex and other things
where it's difficult for residents to walk into questionable situations.
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I love seeing the Vail Police on Vail Mountain when the officers are
skiing. In the summer, are they on bikes? I like to see police around.
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I think they hang out of the frontage roads too much writing tickets to
raise money. It's the same with parking. They are very quick to hand out
tickets. Again, it's revenue generating. It is not very friendly to visitors or
residents.
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Last summer I had to stop into the police station to get clarity about the
new bag law/. They were very curtious and helpful. Also had to call
them about a very loud party that raged late into the night. They were
right on it.
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more leash law enforcement please . I am tired of dodging charging dogs
while walking my dog on a leash.. the excuse'don't worry he's friendly'
doesn't help. My dog is old and cant see very well and , I walk her on a
leash as required but other dog owners seem to think the leash law does
not apply to them.
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Need to aggressively enforce no parking on city streets. Need to
aggressively enforce speed limits in the village on city streets.
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Need to continue to monitor Gore Creek Drive east of the core - it is a
mess or reinstitue a one way from Mill Creek west. Hotels and people
are acting like it is a bus station!
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no,thank you
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Officer Wiberg--give him an'attaboy'
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parking tickets in the village and on the Frontage road, even if warranted
does not send a welcoming message. Couldn't we try first time warning
with alternative parking information on their windshields?
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Please see above related to pot use on the slopes.
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seems like the amount of traffic parked at no cost on frontage roads is
increasing. this is lost revenue for the town of vail and it congests
roadways and seems generally suboptimal. a study on adding a deck or
two on the parking structures might be indicated
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The police might be a bit too active regarding speeding. I see a lot of
tourists pulled over. We have the speed limits set very low and going a
bit above that wouldn't cause much of an issue. It sure makes the
full/part time people stay within the posted speed limit.
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The Vail PD is useless. My wife has called them twice to deal with trucks
that have tried to run her off the road. Once they took the trucker's side
(even though he forced her onto the shoulder on purpose) and once
they refused to show up at all. That budget would be better spent
buying everyone in town popsicles.
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There is no skier drop-off or parking on Mill Creek Circle -- yet every
weekend, there are plenty of cars dropping right off in front of the
gondola.
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Vails police force may be the most approachable in the US. They go out
of there way to assist and be courteous, while still doing there job
(whether people like that or not :-) )
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We are very satisfied with the work of the Police Services. Some of the 4
ratings are because we are not familiar ...
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Some of the police at check point Charlie are great.... while others can
business
be rude and on some sort of power trip. Definitely happy Moses is gone,
only
the older gentlemen with gray hair, thin, (not sure of his name) is my
favorite. He treats everyone with respect and the new recruits could
learn from him
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Dwight and his team are approachable, friendly, professional. They do a
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great job.
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Police need to help manage the parking situation! Someone is going to
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get hit on the frontage road
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We have not had any interaction with police, except for a driving
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violation. He was very courteous and only gave us a warning.
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Not nice to start speed traps the day after the season.
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Called police twice: Stolen packages at my house - very helpful
Mountain lion hit in Dowd Junction - 1 dead, 1 alive - very helpful
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cops do a great job at check point charlie at the same time it is a parking
lot in front of Buzz's parking tickets should be $75
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Eliminate parking on the frontage road.
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Excessive speeding continues to be a problem in our residential
neighborhoods, and the police department and chief don't seem to care.
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I have foundnpolice appear friendly, however I suspect they indulge in
some unnessary drama.
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I'm not sure if this is police or road construction issue, but the
roundabouts MUST be turned into one lane. No one understands how
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to use them. I've asked a police officer his opinion, and have seen city
vehicles doing the complete opposite. Additionally, the lanes can't be
seen in snow, and the faded paint is always difficult to read what lane is
which. I frequently get cut off and sometimes forced into the medium.
I've actually disconnected my horn because I found I was using it daily
and now I am just more aware of people doing the wrong thing. Take
a tip from Avon on their first exit on that roundabout by Northside Cafe.
they switched it to one lane and it's so much more efficient.
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Lets try redeploying our troops. 4 cars in vail village all at once. That's
every car on duty in the exact same place. Police Cars parked directly in
front of businesses front doors even though there is no emergency
scaring away customers. Watching tourists run stop signs and go the
wrong way in roundabouts in front of police cars and not being stopped
because they have out of town plates or in a car that would cost a local 6
years salary.
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Many people park illegally on the street in our area, Alpine Drive, and
create dangerous situations
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My bus stop is on a street that has a speed limit of 15 mph. People
regularly drive much faster (such as 45 mph). I have lived here almost 20
years and have never seen anyone pulled over for speeding on that
street. After all these years I have to assume the town of Vail does not
really care about safety on that particular street (though it is obvious
that care on other streets). The street is Main Gore.
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Need to provide more parking!
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No
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Officer Marc Antonio helped me by checking and securing some hand
guns that belonged to my ex-husband. He couldn't have been nicer or
more helpful.
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Our police and firefighters rock!
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parking structure should have emergency call box..Blue box?? they do
not enforce the no public smoking areas and actually just ignore it!
Seems as all they want is to make parking tickets for no reason.
Blocking off golden peak on Saturdays is too much and causes more
traffic. Vail needs better and more drop off parking for cars and
shuttles! the parking on frontage road is so unsafe!I
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Police checked cars for terrorists activities but not foot traffic at some
big events. That seemed neglectful if there was an actual reason to be
concerned.
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Police need to be more aggressive at young adult events. Drinking and
pot smoking is out of hand and the police just watch.
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problems with illegal on street parking in East Vail
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See my original comment. Lots of time to sit in a speed trap, but never
seem to see them in town unless its a concert on a Fri night
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So-so response from police regarding a stalker - initially seemed great,
but no follow-through. Wish they would actually enforce parking rules in
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the Vail garage - ticket all of those cars taking two spaces!
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Spend less time sitting at check point Charlie and walk around town. If
dogs are running loose, give the owner a ticket. If people drive the
wrong way down a street, give them a ticket. If people park in no
parking zones, give them a ticket and raise the ticket price so it is a
penalty and not just a few dollars over the parking structure fee. In
other words just enforce the laws.
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Stop signs and speed limits are optional in west Vail. The speed limit on
Chamonix should be 20 mph on all of Chamonix not just the west end.
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The police need to spend less time enforcing 1-70 speeders and more
time walking Vail Village. Why are town resources being spent to do
state troopers job.
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When calling the police for a noise disturbance this earlier this year the
staff were courteous and efficient and the matter was resolved quickly
and effectively.
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Would like to see more patrolling of frontage roads. Have seen
numerous cars going 60 + mph on these roads . People driving in the
turning lanes of north frontage road in front supermarkets. I am sure
the revenue generated through these traffic violations would benefit the
town greatly as apposed to sitting with their lights off in front of the
parking garage waiting for someone to not use their turn signal
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Again. haven't had to use the police services. Feel very safe in town and
have had no problems with our property.
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As I have said before - do the police ever give tickets to truckers or loud
motorcycles????
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Crime is low and police behavior is good. They must be doing something
right.
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I don't really see police on foot/vehicle through the village. I do see
them quite a bit parked on 1-70 in watch for speeders.
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I would like to see more police visibility in the neighborhood (east Vail).
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In nearly 30 years of skiing in Vail and 9 years of home ownership in Vail,
I have never seen a policeman on foot, only in cars.
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My only score lower than 'S' is for the parking structures, where all too
often people hog enough space that there is room for only one car
rather than two. I would like to see more frequent, and maybe more
costly, enforcement.
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The parking structure still remains unsafe for women at night. CHECK
POINT CHARLIE safety staff need to re-educated on handicap persons
and what is illegal when asking questions. I actually had someone ask
me if I were handicapped when I clearly have a handicap placard visible
in vehicle.
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There seems to be a general sense within the police dept that the
officers have a chip on their shoulders. It shows.
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Too much presence at some events, such as blocking off some routes for
(unneeded) crowd control at concerts.
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Vail has turned into a speed trap. Parking on the streets is very poorly
managed.
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Visibility of Police is thin in East Vail. A prominent sign in front of the
municipal building would help visitors locate the police station.
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I am concerned with the moose and making sure the police are available
to help keep people away from it. I am also concerned with having a
wild animal with her two babies in such close proximity to people who
don't always respect that this is a wild animal. I have also come upon
the moose by accident in the center of town with a dog and luckily she
remained docile but I think this is an accident waiting to happen. Not
sure what you do though.
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I only see police out looking give tickets for traffic violations. I never see
them on the street.
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I see little to no enforcement by police or public safety officials in two
areas: First, with respect to the TOV leash law. On any given morning, I
nearly hit (and possibly injure or kill) at least one dog because very few
people have there dogs on leashes in the West Vail North neighborhood.
It is dangerous and disrespectful. Not to mention the waste the dogs
leave in my yard. Second, speed patrol in West Vail North seems very
minimal. As a household with children, I do not feel safe allowing them
to walk/ride bikes to the park in our neighborhood due to the reckless
and unsafe driving of many residents.
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I think Vail Police are in general excel. Very friendly, informative. One of
the best public services in Vail.
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My interaction was purely professional. All officers were respectful and
fair.
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Police dept doing a good job thanks
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The Vail police are always very friendly, professional and quick to
respond they do a great job.
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Enforcing the electric vehicle parking spaces would be appreciated, so
that the spaces are available for EVs to charge. Most of the time these
spaces are filled up by gas -powered cars who don't need the chargers
and could have parked elsewhere. Please start ticketing/towing.
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I have been visiting Vail bars for decades. There is clearly more drug and
prostitute (not including marijuana) activity in the last five years. There
needs to be more undercover pressure on these activities.
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Parking in Vail is the biggest issue too many of us have with many condo
owners only having 1 spot per condo. In Dec 2015 moved my car to
roadside Vail View Dr. hill top parking across from Sandstone Creek Club
because I had family coming to town. I waited till 11:40am(8-12 is the
time period 2 days a week for snow removal). The town snow removal
company finished the job and there was no more snow coming down.
The snow removal operator waved at me and my neighbor(who also was
trying to park) an 'all done' wave. At 11:50 we both got tickets. I
understand what you need to do but in light of how hard it is to find
parking in Sandstone I view this as the town of Vail looking at a new way
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to make money. The snow truck was not coming back. These tickets are
very very unfair to residents who are patient and do not leave their cars
for the town to shovel around.
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Traffic and parking are a mess on big snow days and during holidays! By
8:45am on a powder day there was NO parking available anywhere in
Vail or Lionshead, in any lot, on the street, or parking structure.
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no interaction with police
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Have much peace of mind with public safety officers of the calibre of
those in Town of Vail
Open
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A routine drive thru of every neighborhood would be nice. Also a text #
or email address to send photos or concerns of parking issues would be
helpful
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Dispatch is awesome. Daric Harvey is awesome. Police explorer
program is super.
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Do not feel Vail is a safe place. Crime rates and locations of crimes
should be published. Seems like Vail hides the facts in this area.
Open
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Doing a great job
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East vail chain up area needs more police direction
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Have always felt extremely safe in Vail.
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I am in and out of Vail often and occasionally see police patrol.
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I had a small request this past week with regard to code enforcement
and the officer was very prompt and courteous. His name is Miguel. His
level of service was exemplary.
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I never see patrols in Intermountain. People driving too fast on snow
bank narrowed streets where there are no sidewalks...... loud,
unlicensed dirt bikes going 50+ mph on residential streets.
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I never see patrols in Intermountain .... people driving to fast on narrow
snow packed streets..... unlicensed, loud dirt bikes at 50+ mph on
residential streets.
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I rarely see them in east vail
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I would like to see more speed regulation on alpine drive. Mainly the
lower section. There is tons of traffic accessing the higher homes that
does not respect the speed limit.
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I'd like to see more ticketing of cars parked in more than 1 space
(especially during ski season) inside the parking structures. There is
really no reason to allow it when parking is so limited.
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It would be nice if the cars that spent days and weeks in the North Trail
lot got ticketed or towed so that those of us who live in Potato Patch
could park there...
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Luckily I think we live in a pretty safe town.
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Meter maids are a little too aggressive
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My bag was stolen through the employee entrance at my work, while
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they didn't say anything before it happened, 12 others had theirs stolen
previously apparently from the same area. But they caught them and got
me restitution. Very well done, and so nice!
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Need more parking!
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Our police officers are great. Chief Henninger has to put up with a lot
and does it in a professional and competent manner.
Open
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Parking in the town of Vail with small children is a nightmare.
Open
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Parking is always a mess, and the charge is kind of ridiculous. Would like
to see a better year-round resident rate or discounts. Maybe spots
dedicated to residents even if they are the last spots coming out of the
structure on the east end which are the last spots to fill up.
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Please monitor the handicap spots in the Vail Parking garages. We
cannot take our handicapped family member into Vail when it is fuller
because there is not parking.... because of people who don't have
handicapped stickers!!! It is practically impossible for someone with a
walking disability. Also, please deeply consider providing Timber Ridge
with Security at night during the ski season ... it feels unsafe.
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Skier Parking at Spraddle Creek is out of control.
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The Police Department has helped to provided us a very safe and
friendly place to live.
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The Vail PD is always very helpful!
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The Vail Police Department is always extremely friendly and helpful.
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There are times that code enforcement drives on my street, and sees a
car running at the front of my house/driveway-- while someone drops
something at my front door, or i am shuttling cars around to get 1 out of
the garage, and they proceeds to start writing a ticket.
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They are very nice and super friendly.
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Vail PD is always helpful and friendly!
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We have too many police and we are now renting police (Lone Star) and
they think and act like police. I feel we need less of a presence in our
sleepy town.
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We live in a duplex next to were the Garmisch drug bust took place in
the middle of the night with a very loud noise bomb. My 6 yr old son's
room is right next to the unit where the drug bust took place. Guns were
out right by his window. He still has nightmares. They should have let us
know a couple mins. Beforehand. My son shouldn't have to go through
that.
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We live in a duplex on Garmisch Dr next to where the drug bust took
place in the middle of the night with a very loud noise bomb.
Unfortunately my 6 yrs old sons window is next to the unit where police
were in full gear with guns drawn. He has nightmares because of this and
is scared of police.
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With robberies becoming more frequent, patrolling more often is
necessary
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I do have a growing concern about pot smoking in the Vail Village
parking structure -- I hope for more of a police presence there. It is a
gateway to the ski day and often sets a poor tone for a family starting
their ski day.
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I have not had a lot of contact with the police and the few that I have
encountered seem friendly and approachable. I'm not in town much so I
rarely see foot patrol but I do see the vehicles out and about.
Open
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Love the TOV police they are the most approachable in the valley and
most of them don't have an 'I am god' attitude that is nice. Keep it real.
Open
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Need to improve road markings in traffic circles
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Thank you
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The bus circle at Lionshead is not monitored. The cars are loading and
unloading all the time preventing the busses to keep schedules.
Open
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The Vail PD has amazing reaction times.
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The Vail PD has been extremely supportive of assisting my business in a
number of different areas. I view this department as one of the most
friendly and collaborative departments I've seen.
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I liked it when they drove Saabs
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I've almost never seen any police on foot patrol
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My response is based on personal experience along with those I have
heard of other people. I am told that the safety of the village is because
some of the steps taken are not obvious. As a woman alone at times
(even at night), I feel safe in the village.
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No
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Safety and security is of paramount concern as we have younger
daughters that use our home and it's also a part time residence that we
trust is protected with our security alarm service, property manager and
local officers. If this trust/ sense of safety is ever compromised we
would move to another area.
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Thankfully we haven't needed much from the police/fire/emergency
here in 40 years but we know they are ready and able to help if we did
need them!
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The Vail police force is way to overzealous, there visibility is
disconcerting it feels like an armed police state after 11pm in vail village.
It does NOT make me feel safe. I was pulled over'as a courtesy' by two
Vail police for having a headlight out. They were just fishing for a drunk
driver and I don't drink and drive. They even pulled over a friend of mine
for not using his blinker exiting the structure. Because of this I don't even
want to go into town for dinner. Many of my friends feel the same. If
someone is driving dangerously pull them over. The Vail police force is
way out of line and needs to be reined in.
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We were served with a notice to remove 3 small stone pavers which
were on town property. Believe it or not, three police officers came to
the door. What a waste of manpower, not to speak of how frightening.
No effort was made to notify us that the Town would be sending out
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troops to give us a piece of paper!
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Own
Lone Star represents TOV. While they do a good job they and their all
business
black uniforms look like they are somewhere from other than the
only
mountains.
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The TOV is very helpful with the Devo drop program on Sunday mornings
business
that I was a part of.
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Again, very happy that the Police Department has such a strong
only
presence in RSES! One area of improvement would be to monitor the
parking structures and issue tickets for vehicles that are taking up more
than one space...
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Why is nobody talking about parking? the structures are now full all year
only
around
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Devo dropoff is tough!
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Great group that understands 'serve and protect'! Daric and Craig are
great.
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I feel the Vail 'speet trap' just gives us a bad reputation. Better to go
after all the truckers violating the noise ordnance. So easy to enforce as
they have no mufflers; mostly independant flatbeds and livestock
haulers.
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Need to have more speeder control on Frontage Roads. Need to
enforce Village NO PARKING zones more often.
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Not even the town buses observe stop signs. Pedestrian traffic has
increased significantly and many intersection are dangerous or blind.
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So many police at all times all Over town. Has crime risen so that we
need a constant presence of police in full gear and bullet proof vests?
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The Police Officers are excellent ....... so grateful for them. But some of
the 'peace officers' are rude, with bad attitudes and not very helpful.
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This is a working village ...inventory has to get in and out of stores... they
have leaned heavily on our UPS and Fedex trucks and they are the life
line for the stores. Some help here would be great!
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Vail PD does a great job at making people feel very safe and secure,
especially for the tourists. However, I feel like they lack sympathy for the
working class, especially during the off season when they are so bored
they are just waiting for something to happen.
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Vail Police has always been wonderful in my interactions with them.
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Police never seen or parking officers often sit in their trucks watching
violators drop off passengers and take no action They do not confront
drivers. They are happy to book parking violators when no person is in
attendance.
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See previous comment
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The police in Vail are great - not aggressive jerks like Avon police, but
they get the job done. They could go easy on ticketing in Ford Park
during the winter. Isn't it possible to verify through a license plate that
someone is allowed to park? Just forgetting to use your hang tag can
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result in a ticket. Unfair for having already paid $150 for a pass...
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They need to get back to community policing and enforcing town
regulations and stop chasing down the mythical rash of drug dealers,
enforce wildlife regulations year round. Magpies, raccoons, crows and
Ravens are just as bad as bears in dealing with trash.
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Why do they do such little speed control. Only time you see them is on
the interstate.
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Need more enforcement of visitors (and locals) using drugs.
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The two way stop sign at the Tyrolean is a disaster. I was almost T-boned
by someone who blew through the sign. I did not have to stop. I
understand it's a difficult area but it's got to improve. You need to put
the stop sign back going into town on Vail Valley Drive and Homestake. It
served a purpose.
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Sometimes they catch the bad guy, sometimes they don't. Respect and
business
appreciation that they have such inherent risk in their job. Especially
only
glad they don't have a reputation for being overbearing. Expectations of
a resort police force require a delicate touch, and as a group, the VPD
has been good at that.
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I am appalled that during the Vail Village concerts, police allow people
to smoke pot in public. My children, 12 and 14, go to these events and
they don't understand why the police allow the cloud of pot smoke
where minors are present.
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I appreciate that the police send out bulletins regarding threats to
businesses - counterfeit money, thievery activity, etc. It helps put us all
a bit more on our guard. Also great that police conducted the CELL
training and should keep it up ('see something, say something') The
traffic control in the roundabouts when the various events come
through is a herculean task for which we should all be grateful.
Dispatch services and the volunteer program are excellent.
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I hate the Vail Police, I think that they don't do anything, they sit on their
asses and don't do shit.
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I haven't seen any police officers. I'm sure they're around, I just haven't
seen them! Parking enforcement in the Vail village garage and at
lionshead seems to be lax. I always see huge vehicles parked inter
compact car only spots, and regular cars in the electric car spots, and
people parked crookedly or taking up 2 spots. Aggravating.
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I live on Arosa. I have to walk from the nearest bus stop of Chamoniox.
There are no sidewalks, no street lights, so what I would appreciate
greatly is a focus by the Vail PD to patrol the neighborhoods for
speeding. If a car is parked illegally or someone leaves their trash can out
an extra day, Vail code enforcement is VERY quick to come write tickets.
I have yet to see a police officer sitting and pulling people over for
speeding. I spend a great deal of time walking my dog throughout the
neighborhood and am VERY tired of the number of people speeding
through the streets. The speed limit is 15MPH! Enforcing the speed limit
is a matter of public safety.
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More Police!!!!! Better enforcement of speed limits!!!!!!!!!!!!!!HHH!
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Parking on streets not enforced equally. Some times vehicles are parked
and get tickets other times they don't get tickets. Need to be consistent.
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Speeding in residential areas is a huge concern. Control of this problem
is unglamorous but affects every resident where he lives. When I've
called to report rampant speeding in Matterhorn, for instance, officers
seem concerned, yet nothing seems to be happening as far as sitting in
an area and observing, posting more signage where it will do the most
good, perhaps adjusting 15mph to a more realistic 20mph. Both long -
and short-term renters seem to think that there are no speed limits.
Open
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Thank you for all that you do!
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Need code enforcement to adopt pragmatic approach to parking
enforcement, especially with respect to deliveries. Focus on best
solution to problem not letter of the law. (Law is theoretically adopted
to help solve problem). Police should continue to make effort to
connect with citizens and businesses in person. Establish more first
name relationships. Officer Chad Henninger is a rockstar!
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the only reason I gave managing parking and traffic control issues is that
I feel that it is a battle they can't win. People park places they shouldn't,
but by the time someone responds, the car is gone. During 170 shut
downs, there is only so much you can do with the cars and trucks. Over
all I think that things have improved over the last few years, but I don't
know if it will ever be to the point that we would all like it to be.
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only place I see them is sometimes check point cjharlie
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The vail police force to an armed police state. They are overzealous, and
way to ubiquitous. There is a feeling of if you go out to dinner and have a
glass of wine you will get arrested. The visibility is intimidating and
unsettling. I am a law abiding citizen and their presence makes me not
want to go out and spend money. I had a headlight out and two Vail
policemen pulled me over 'as a courtesy' it was not a courtesy they were
fixated on drunk drivers. I was not breaking any laws (I also had two
driving lights). Being pulled over for not using your blinker when exiting
the parking structure is just plain harassment. I also had a break in and
the police basically accused my tenant (who is a close friend of the
family) of being guilty. My place was for sale and they asked for a list of
everyone how viewed the home, now that will really help me sell my
place. If someone is driving dangerously pull them over, the Vail police
force is way out of line and need to be reined in. Business owners are
suffering because of this.
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used to see police in town walking have not seen one policeman this
year except at Check Point Charlie
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Still hate the crime scene tape designating parking on frontage Rd
business
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They are very available to write tickets. They should be available to
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direct and help our guests.
Q.9: Rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of the Community
Development Department.
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All employees at Community Development have been friendly and
helpful.
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enforcement should not be left in the hands of code enforcement as it is
selective
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frustration with timeliness
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Have gotten conflicting answers to questions and code questions from
different people at different times.
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Have NOT found the com dep manager to be very friendly. He seems
quite arrogant. I have heard comments from other folks that are
building in town that he has his own agenda and is difficult to work with.
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My experience in purchasing two deed restricted homes in the last 6
years has been a very positive one. The Community Development team
has provided excellent customer service and are truly helpful in the
home -buying experience. I was truly impressed with the knowledge of
the buying and selling process and the ease at which the team helped us
along in our purchases and sales.
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Our dissatisfaction lies totally with the citizen DRB. Often DRB members
force their personal opinions regarding colors, taste, applicability, etc.
regarding plans vs. just sticking to the Town codes and regulations. With
a rotating citizen DRB membership, and allowing each person to
implement their own personal preferences will, over time, lead to a
hodgepodge of designs, colors, materials, etc. which should NOT be the
objective of the Town.
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Thank you
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The process, while occasionally hugely frustrating, works. We are a
better project for having been through the process, and the town
benefitted. But the town benefitted from our project being given
reasonable opportunity to succeed, too.
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Being in the construction business back home, inspection is a very
subjective activity and that goes for TOV as well. Occasionally the
inspectors go a bit crazy in there interpretation of regulations.
Challenging unreasonable interpretation of building regulations is
fraught with danger and tend to go unchallenged. This only drives up
costs needlessly
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I have had a very good experience with Todd Oppenheimer and the
planning of the redesigned park on Manns Ranch Rd. I got emails, plans,
photographs, invitations to on-site meetings, invitation to brain
storming event at the Grand Review.
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Staff are wonderful, but the volume of items that must be approved
must be more than staff can handle at times. It takes way to long to get
a permit, which includes approvals for many, many items unnecessary
for the safety and security of the community.
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They were easy to work with and very knowledgable and helpful
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Construction fees are a rip off
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The DRB staff has been inconsistent, not helpful and generally shows
preferential treatment to certain individuals and entities. They are not
helpful and hence the numerous aging residences are not being allowed
to upgrade or update their property. Encourage and fast track small
and non structural projects. This department is a major problem
affecting much of Vail
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View corridors should not be sold off to those who want a minor
infringement
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The Vail Trail 'Renovation' plan has not been communicated to the
community in an open and transparent fashion. It seems like the process
is being 'fast -tracked' through the system before REALLY listening to the
Vail residents. Because of that, it has become a contentious
project ... with people getting ugly and impolite about it. More research
needed to be done on the part of the TOV 'developers' of this project.
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WE LOVE STAR
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George Ruther is rude and arrogant. Shelly is a unfriendly welcome at
the front counter.
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I came to the office in regards to a neighbor that has done some
construction, which I believe isn't to code. They arrived at the residence
and were allowed to go in per the owner but never went to the third
floor.they did send an inspector back the next day but I was also
concerned about illegal structures on the third floor. The third floor has
multiple bedrooms sectioned off probably illegally. Living underneath
them, I just want to know what they are doing up there is to code.
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they were very helpful and quick to respond and provide us with the
permits we needed.
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DRB process was relatively smooth and approval time was reasonable
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permits required for small jobs that shouldn't require permits
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Caroline is a great representative for the building department
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How can the PEC rezone a home on Garmisch that clearly doesn't meet
the criteria. It it was not for the efforts of a town councilman and many
neighbors, the issue on Garmisch may have passed. The training and
education of the PEC staff needs to be addressed ASAP. Glad we have
checks and balances
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I think the update web site is more difficult to navigate than the
previous version.
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Of the major Town government elements..1 think CD has improved the
most over recent years. Their attitudes are better as is their flexibility on
issues before them. It used to be 'NO' don't even think about it..to a
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'Lets see what we can do about this.' which is much better. There's less
of the '..the citizens of Vail are trying to put something over on us'...type
of thinking.
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Sometimes, when a renovation to the outside of a home is desired, it is
difficult to know why or how decisions are made by comdev on the need
to match or not match neighbor's homes, in color and style. Sometimes,
matching is required, sometimes not, and sometimes decisions seem
arbitrary. The one part of the TOV government I have not fully
understood.
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Takes too long to get building plans approved.
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Very excited about the new development in Chamonix.
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We are going through the DRB approval process now for redevelopment
of our townhomes- early in the process now, but it seems balanced
thoughtful.
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Excellent now. Don't ask us about the past.
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I haven't needed their help regarding permits or inspections
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Not sure if this is the proper place to note this. One of the reasons Vail
is so charming is the unique Alpine feel that it has based on some of the
original buildings. Although impossible to control throughout the whole
town of Vail, I would think that the Village and Lionshead areas should
be somewhat controlled to keep that original feel. In my opinion there
is starting to be too much of a 'mountain modern' feel which will make it
look like any other high-end ski resort. Let's keep the quaint feel of the
Alps! :)
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We want to consider a simple expansion of our property within our
existing footprint so we trust this process will be simple and we will
make every effort to comply.
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Own
The community development group is a very good team.
business
only
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Website aprrovals, building permit submittal process is not efficient.
business
only
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Called to ask a question about a new roof and what we need to do. The
woman who answered was very rude. Gave me the information but
seemed annoyed that I called??
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For older buildings there are a lot of missing records.
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It took many meetings with staff to get them to change the rules on
duplex upgrade process. It should not have taken as much time, energy
and money to get this done but I am grateful that it was accomplished.
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our building site was red tagged for an inappropriate and unreasonable
excuse
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The Town ignores the rights of condominium residents claiming they are
private entities. CCIOA requires all associations to adhere to local codes
and residents should be supported by local law enforcement when
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managing condo entities ignore codes and laws.
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this dept. makes it difficult for the homeowner or small job builder to do
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business
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They disregarded major inputs on the risk of the helicopter landing areas
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and ingress/egress routes proposed byVVMC!
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Front desk, building permit and inspections staff are very helpful and
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responsive. Don't know the new planning staff well enough to
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comment.
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There are way too many obsolete rules that require costly irrelevant
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studies, consulants and reports. Building is already costly in the Valley.
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Decreases the hoops one has to jump thru to upgrade their home.
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While design review has to make decisions based on TOV codes and
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approved materials they do need to take into consideration the cost of
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renovating older buildings so it is affordable for existing property
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owners to upgrade their condos and townhomes for the benefit of the
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whole TOV.
Q. 15: Why do you not buy a parking pass or value card?
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As a retiree I avoid the Village at peak times altogether. What good is a
pass if structures are full?
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at this time we do not need one and it is a little costly
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Because I can walk or take the bus to town.
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because I don't know the details about it.
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Both of our workplaces provide parking.
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bus
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Bus is very effective -- Booth Creek area. However,.. the summer months
it's not very frequent. But then, free summer parking is VERY HELPFUL!
Please do not change that, especially for locals.
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Did not know about it
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didn't need to this year
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Do not need one.
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Do not need one. Do not ski or work in the village.
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Don't need it.
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Don't need it. Walk to town or take the bus.
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Employer has parking.
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expense plus I take the bus to ski
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Expensive and as a local I have found ways around having to buy a pass.
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free parking at work; and use free bus service to access villages
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get less expensive options at Vail Mountain View or Solaris...
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got a less expensive option through Solaris and Vail Mountain View
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Have a friend that has condo in Villlage and we park there!
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have another parking option
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have in town parking or use bus
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Have our own parking.
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have parking at my office.
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Have parking provided at my residence and employer and utilize the bus
system often.
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Have parking.
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i did not know about it.
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I did not know it existed
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I do not go into the town of Vail very ofter.
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I do not work in either village and when I come in, I take the bus.
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I don't need one.
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I don't have a car.
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I don't know about it
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I don't need one
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I had one while working in vail, no longer work in town.
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I have a parking space at my office in Lionshead
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I have free parking at my work in lionshead.
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I have my own parking in town
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I live in sandstone,the bus is great! Plus, I work in eagle 5 days/wk
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I park at Solaris.
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I receive one through work for a private lot.
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I ride the bus or park at work.
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I ride the bus to town.
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I take the bus
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I take the bus!
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I take the bus.
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I take the bus.
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i use the bus
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I use the bus
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I use the bus to get to work
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I use the bus when parking fees would be charged.
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I wasn't aware of a parking pass or value card discounts for residents
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I wasn't aware of the details of this program and the bus system is
fantastic.
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I would like to have one. My friend has one and it sounds like a good
deal.
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I'm a year round bicycle commuter!
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It is still TOO expensive for residents, local taxpayers to park
here .... There is no love for the local.
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Live on bus route.
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My employer provides a parking pass for me.
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My office is now in Avon so I only park after 3 or for less than 2 hours.
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No need as the bus service is adequate in Intermountain.
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No need. Have parking at work.
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no not need. park at work. take the bus for skiing.
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not enough information
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Not in town that much
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Not needed as I take the bus when I go to town.
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Other options
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Own space in the Founders Garage.
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park at my home
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Parking provided
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Parking provided at job
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RARELY PARK IN TOWN
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Take the free shuttle
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Too expensive
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Too expensive.
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use bus
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Use public transportation.
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Use the bus
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We don't drive into town often.
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we have a good bus system
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We have a parking space in town.
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We have parking through our business
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We have parking through work
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We live at the Four Seasons in town.
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Work in eagle-vail
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Work provides one.
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Work only
Can park at condo building.
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Work only
Employer provides parking
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Work only
I have parking provided by my employer
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Work only
I work at VVMC and ride the shuttle to work (free)
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Work only
NA
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Work only
Parking available at my place of employment
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Work only
Parking is provided by my employer
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Work only
Parking offered through business
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Work only
The rent for my store space includes a dedicated parking spot
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Am on the Bus Line
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Because I don't park in the parking structures during the day except in
the summer. Even if I did, the passes are much too expensive for the
number of times I could use them.
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Because our condo is right along the bus route and we have a parking
space already
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bus schedules
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Bus system works great don't need to pay for parking.
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depends on terms
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Did not know about it.
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Did not know about the program.
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Did not know about them.
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did not know about this program.
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Did not know it exist. Need info.
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did not know it was available
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did not know one existed
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Didn't know about it
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Didn't know about it
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Didn't know about it.
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Didn"t know about it.
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Didn't know about them.
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Didn't know there were parking passes and value cards
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Do not need one because of buses.
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Do not need to park in town.
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dont have enough need for it
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Don't know about it. How do you purchase --through the city? Cost?
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Don't know about it. Use bus.
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dont know enough about the value proposition
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Don't need it.
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Don't need one.
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Don't need.
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Fallridge has available parking in the garage and we the use the bus
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get free at my condo
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Have access to the Hotel courtesy Shuttle
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have home in town ..... no need.
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Have not been up there enough
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have other parking arrangement
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have our own parking
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Have parking with club membership at Sebastian
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have parking.
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honestly wasn't aware that I could but would be very interested in that
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I dont need it.
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I don't pay to park in Vail.
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I have my own parking space
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I have parking
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I have parking at lionshead
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I need to but they need to allow phone/email/fax options or increase
office hours to a weekend or evening.
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I own a parking space
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I park my vehicle on my private property then walk or take the bus.
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I ride the bus
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I use the bus much more than park, so pass not cost effective.
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I use the bus.
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I usually use the bus for transportation. In the summer I drive into the
Village more often and then there is free parking.
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I utilize the bus service during the ski season. It's more convenient and
creates less traffic in town.
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I was not aware of discount parking programs. I usually take the bus to
avoid parking prices.
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I was unaware of the opportunity.
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I was unaware that they were available.
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I wasn't aware of it.
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lack of knowledge, and requirement to go to city offices on a weekday
when I am in vail on weekends only
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Limited time in town
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live on bus route
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Live the bus system and free after 3pm. So this all works for me and my
guests.
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member of the Vail Mountain Club
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Mine expired and didn't get around to renewing. I've been utilizing
employee parking when in town.
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Never got around to it. Use local bus service instead of car. Dinner hours
parking is free
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No need at the resent. Had one in the past and rarely used it. May need
in the future however.
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no use
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None of them seem to be ones that I can use.
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Not a full time resident. We have 1 parking spot in our building.
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not a fulltime resident
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Not aware of availability.
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Not aware of availability.
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Not aware of this offer.
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Not in Vail enough. Also, buses are so convenient on busy parking days
that it's easy to take the bus and avoid the parking hassle.
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Not likely. I have an assigned private parking spot.
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Not needed at this time
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Not there long enough.
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Our building has underground parking so there is no need
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Parking available at Ritz Carlton
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Parking spot in Founders
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Quite frankly, we are not aware of the pass/value card and their savings
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benefits.
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Ride the bus
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Take bus
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This is the first I've heard about it. I'll look into it.
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unfamiliar with program
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Use shuttle service instead
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Use the bus mostly
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Use the bus service in winter Parking is free in the summer
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we are in the village and have a parking spot for our unit. there are 12
spaces at the Villa Valhalla and during off season there are alway
outsiders parking in our spots. our rental company does not monitor. it
is annoying. have asked them to be ticketed but usually the reaction is
light.
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We ride the bus.
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we take the bus to the village
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We use the bus service provided as we find it more economical.
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We utilize the bus system and have no need to drive/park
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We utilize the free bus service and keep our rental vehicle in our own
garage.
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Don't live in Vail. Own rental property.
business
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I park at Solaris
business
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Not aware it was available
business
only
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not aware of the availability of such
business
only
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Only visit Val 1 week a year
business
only
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Our condominium association has parking for us.
business
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our property is close enough to not need public parking
business
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walk and take bus everywhere
business
only
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We come to Vail sporadically so a parking pass just isn't cost effective.
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Because I worked for someone for many years and I was graciously
granted access to parking lot for the times I am in and out of Vail Village.
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don't need it.
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Get mail
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Not working in Vail this year
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Get mail
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Overpriced for all the options Ive checked into in the past.
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Get mail
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Ski mainly BC
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Get mail
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We aren't aware of any parking passes or discount parking programs for
residents. Do we qualify if we own a home in Vail, but only spend
approximately 50 days there per year?
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I didn't know about it.... Information please!
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Rarely park in town.
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Because I take the eco bus.
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because we have a free bus and that is a lot of money to spend on
parking
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Bus works fine.
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DO NOT NEED TO
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don't know about conditionsalue
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Have free parking in Vail
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have parking at condo building
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I live on the Bus Route
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I use the bus.
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I work at an establishment with employee parking so I don't need it.
Also, until just now, I didn't even know that was an option.
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Im not offered one. Cant afford one.
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live in town
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live in town
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Live on bus route.
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Not likely at this time. We live on the bus route
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Not needed as I use the bus service.
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Other parking arrangement
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own a parking spot
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park at solaris
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Parking provided by employer
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Purchased my own private parking and moved my business outside the
Town of Vail.
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Really know nothing about it
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Take the bus or walk when possible
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The parking structure is full on the days that I need to drive in, rendering
a pass useless.
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To expensive
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Too expensive
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too expensive for a local's family budget and too crowded anyway .the
spaces are too small ;then you guys allow selfish, bonehead people to
park overlapping into another space rendering it useless. there should
be a monitor who issues a ticket to that person but in truth the spaces
are too small and way too few .this severe parking problem (it is very
present problem downvalley too so I am not just lambasting Vail) is
going to be our resort's downfall and we will lose our business, and the
older devoted Vail customer, and new customers to the Salt Lake City
area because it is better laid out and their progressive thinking and
they're more action oriented. don't you guys see this or do you think
we're just magically going to stay no. 1 or 2 or - [gasp!] even 3. the
skiing/mountain experience is overcrowded and not as enjoyable as it
use to be, especially w/ overpriced food and tickets ...but Vail Resorts
will continue to stuff 10 pounds of shit into a 5 pound bag in order to
drive profits. to borrow from the Geico commercial,' that's what they
do.' if more numbers is way of the future of the valley , then the
working person/family needs more benefits including better insurance.
and this may sound like heresy, but we need to support an effort to
expand more skiing territory either in Vail or downvalley perhaps
another base lift, because increased numbers w/ current conditions is
going to be dangerous for safety(parking,crime,on-mountain crashes,
frustration spilling into conflicts) and quality of our reputation and guest
experience thus losing our 'moneyed' guest.as bad as it may sound or
the architectural eyesore you think it might be,building a nice ,huge
parking structure close to the bottom of the mountain is the solution.
parking on both shoulders of both frontage roads is an accident waiting
to happen and looks like hell and degrading to our area.
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Too expensive, especially when the bus is free
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use bus system instead of dealing with parking structures
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Use bus.
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We have parking at Passport Clubhouse, If we had another parking
structure I might consider buying a parking pass, but we nee the parking
in the structures for our seasonal people.
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Wrong
Year-round
Yes now that I know there is discounts for residents!
Invite
Wrong
Work only
I do not need one
Invite
Wrong
Work only
I pay privately for parking.
Invite
Wrong
Work only
Too expensive, no one patrols the structure, it's dirty and cars always
park over the designated lines
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Bus service from East Vail very good in winter. Free parking in summer
and free after 3:00 works other times.
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Cost prohibitive for our usage.
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Resident
Why You Don't Buy a Parking Pass or Value Card
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Didn't even now they were available
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Didn't feel the value was there for our situation
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Do not need.
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Do not use it enough.
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
For our purposes, the 2 hour free parking during the day and free
parking in the evening is very adequate. If we need to be in the Village
longer than 2 hours during the day, we use the Cascade Resort shuttle.
We walk to Chair 20 to ski.
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Had one in the past which didn't seem worth the effort given restrictions
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
I don't know anything about them including benefits and cost
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
I have a parking in my complex
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
I know very little about this program and did not get around to looking
into it. We always take the shuttle into town for skiing and when we
come in for dinner, it is late enough in the day where the parking is free.
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
I like to take the bus
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
I purposefully bought a place on the TOV bus line
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
I use the bus
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
I use the bus
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
My condo has plenty of parking.
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
not likely
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Own a place in our residence.
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Too expensive so not of value
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
we have a garage. we use shuttle bus
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
We have a private spot at our condominium.
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
We were not aware of this option.
Invite
Wrong
Get mail
only
High cost
Invite
Wrong
Get mail
only
not likely
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Because I can ride the free bus and/or my employers provide me with
parking
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
because I have parking at my property and I walk everywhere if I know
I'm going to need to park
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Bus
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Cost
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Did not know about it
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Did not know about it
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Did not know they existed.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Don't go into the Village very often.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
don't need
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
don't need one
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Don't need one.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Employee of ski school, Lionshead. Utilize the maintenance lot.
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Resident
Why You Don't Buy a Parking Pass or Value Card
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Have parking at work and leave next to tov bus stop
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
I am able to park at my place of employment.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
I am on the free line which suffices for me.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
I do not need to come into the Village very often at this time. When I
park, it is usually for just a few hours or I park at Solaris for a movie.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
I have lived here 15 years and just learned residents can get value cards.
Usually I use the town bus, or just pay the fee if I can't use the bus.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
I have parking where I live.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
I park for free at work in Lionshead
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
I ride the bus
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
I use the bus
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
ride bus or drive
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Since I don't work in Vail on a regular basis, I don't need to park in Vail
during the day, usually.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
We have a parking pass at Solaris
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
We park at the Passport Club
Invite
Don't know
Work only
Too expensive
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Because we most often use bus transportation.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Did not know
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Didn't know about it
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Didn't know about it
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Didn't know about it.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Don't need one.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
I do not know anything about it
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
I have an employee pass but don't know what kind it is. Ford park.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
I have my condo parking available and I'm next to a in -town shuttle bus
stop and wiothin walking distance to gondola.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
I may next year but this year I did not have a need for it.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Mainly use the bus but am unaware of the pass/value card as well.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
no car.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
no knowledge
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Not aware of them
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Not aware.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
not sure where to buy one and just heard about it in the past month
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
own a condo in Lionshead and there is parking there. With the public
transportation system, no need for other parking
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Private parking is sufficient
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Take the bus when we're travelling into town
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
TOV bus is very close to my house. I prefer to ride the bus.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
We are often able to park free (limited time or after 3)
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
We didn't need one.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
we have parking at the Vail Mtn Club
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Resident
Why You Don't Buy a Parking Pass or Value Card
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
we like using the bus .... its convenient, always on schedule
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Will not need winter parking until next season
Invite
Don't know
Own
business
only
Am not in town enough to use it and when we are there parking is either
free or we take the bus
Invite
Don't know
Own
business
only
I have parking at my condo.
Invite
Don't know
Get mail
only
Don't live there full time
Invite
Don't know
Get mail
only
Live in avon
Invite
Year-round
Have not had the need
Invite
Year-round
No need
Invite
we park at the house and use the bus
Open
Right
Year-round
Because I can use the bus system
Open
Right
Year-round
Because I take the bus
Open
Right
Year-round
bus service provided
Open
Right
Year-round
Carpooled or took the bus
Open
Right
Year-round
Cost
Open
Right
Year-round
Didn't know about it
Open
Right
Year-round
Don't drive
Open
Right
Year-round
Don't need it
Open
Right
Year-round
Don't need it. I use public transit. Sold my car.
Open
Right
Year-round
Dont need one, have parking
Open
Right
Year-round
Don't need one, I can use the bus system to go into Vail.
Open
Right
Year-round
don't need one.
Open
Right
Year-round
don't need one. on bus route
Open
Right
Year-round
Employee parking is provided at my work
Open
Right
Year-round
Expensive
Open
Right
Year-round
Have membership at The Sebastian, so I valet there. However, before I
took the membership I had heard from friends that there was a gigantic
wait list to get anything of discounted price.
Open
Right
Year-round
Have parking with work.
Open
Right
Year-round
I can park at my office in Lionshead for free
Open
Right
Year-round
I can usually make do with the great bus service or the 2 hour free
parking.
Open
Right
Year-round
I did not know it was available until a month ago.
Open
Right
Year-round
I did not know that I could
Open
Right
Year-round
I did once and it was a waste of money --never used it
Open
Right
Year-round
I didn't know about it. We just moved here in August 2015.
Open
Right
Year-round
I don't go into town enough to make it work the money. And we have a
Passport Club spot.
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Resident
Why You Don't Buy a Parking Pass or Value Card
Open
Right
Year-round
I have a parking spot at Vail Manor/ Park Place and another one at Vail
Mountain Club.
Open
Right
Year-round
I have a private parking spot
Open
Right
Year-round
I have access to free parking close to the village and also live on the
West Vail Bus routes. -It's not worth it for me to pay to park in parking
structures.
Open
Right
Year-round
I have heard through word of mouth that a pass is extremely expensive
Open
Right
Year-round
I have not needed it in the past but after trying to find free parking with
easy access to the mountain, I will seriously consider it for the upcoming
season.
Open
Right
Year-round
I have parking at my job and ride the in town bus as needed.
Open
Right
Year-round
I have parking provided at work.
Open
Right
Year-round
I live on the free bus
Open
Right
Year-round
I park there for skiing, but not on a regular basis.
Open
Right
Year-round
I ride the bus, plus why take a discounted space when the town can get a
guest to pay full pop?
Open
Right
Year-round
I ride the bus; too expensive to park
Open
Right
Year-round
I take advantage of the great free public transportation.
Open
Right
Year-round
I use the bus or walk. When I decide to drive it's when parking is free or
it's just for a short period of time.
Open
Right
Year-round
I walk to work most days. Keep it green!
Open
Right
Year-round
I'm on the bus route.
Open
Right
Year-round
It's just become to easy to park for free at Beaver Creek. Why pay? I
LOVE to ski Vail and if it was easier to park in Vail I'd always go to Vail
and use businesses and restaurants there (Spend money in Vail) but
don't want to spend money to park- but on those goods and services.
Open
Right
Year-round
Live outside of TOV and do not work in TOV
Open
Right
Year-round
My employer offers parking (thank goodness because even the town
'discount program' would cost an arm, leg, and my first born child!)
Open
Right
Year-round
No need
Open
Right
Year-round
No need - on bus route
Open
Right
Year-round
NO need--- I ride the town bus!! Thank you!!!
Open
Right
Year-round
no need.
Open
Right
Year-round
Not need one
Open
Right
Year-round
Spent $1100 last season on one last season... When I got'parked in'
(multiple times, always on powder days) I had no recourse and had to
wait longer to get home than if I took the bus. That really sucked. It was
NOT good value.
Open
Right
Year-round
Take advantage of wonderful bus service.
Open
Right
Year-round
Take free bus
Open
Right
Year-round
take the bus
Open
Right
Year-round
Take the bus and have parking in town
Open
Right
Year-round
They cost too much for local tax payers. They used to be $5 and now
there're $12. Not going to happen.
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Resident
Why You Don't Buy a Parking Pass or Value Card
Open
Right
Year-round
To expensive also I live on bus route so take the bus
Open
Right
Year-round
too expensive
Open
Right
Year-round
Too expensive
Open
Right
Year-round
T0000000 expensive
Open
Right
Year-round
town of Vail bus system seems to be adequate.
Open
Right
Year-round
Town of Vail busses
Open
Right
Year-round
Use the bus
Open
Right
Year-round
We lease parking spaces in private garages to insure that staff has a
designated place.
Open
Right
Year-round
We live close enough to walk into Lionshead... or we catch the bus!
Open
Right
Year-round
We live close enough to walk or ride the bus
Open
Right
Year-round
What is a parking pass or value card?
Open
Right
Work only
Because they are expensive and I do not park when you have to pay
Open
Right
Work only
Have parking at my job site.
Open
Right
Work only
I am able to park in Vail at a business
Open
Right
Work only
I am an employee of the Town and I don't need one.
Open
Right
Work only
I am employed by Vail Resorts Inc. and they provide my parking
Open
Right
Work only
I didn't get around to it.
Open
Right
Work only
I do not need to park there.
Open
Right
Work only
I drive to work.
Open
Right
Work only
I have access to vail parking.
Open
Right
Work only
I have free private parking where I work
Open
Right
Work only
I have parking at my place of business
Open
Right
Work only
I have parking at work.
Open
Right
Work only
My work supplied me with parking.
Open
Right
Work only
No need
Open
Right
Work only
not, I have parking by my employer
Open
Right
Work only
Parking available at work.
Open
Right
Work only
Provided by employer.
Open
Right
Work only
solaris parking
Open
Right
Work only
Work pays for my parking pass
Open
Right
Part-time
because we can walk to town, ski out, or take the bus!
Open
Right
Part-time
Bus service is quite satisfactory
Open
Right
Part-time
didn't know about it
Open
Right
Part-time
Didn't know about it
Open
Right
Part-time
Didn't know about it. And wasn't in town during ski season
Open
Right
Part-time
Don't have a need. I ride the bus or walk as much as possible
Open
Right
Part-time
Don't need it. Have parking at my condominium.
Open
Right
Part-time
Don't need one,have free parking.
Open
Right
Part-time
Free parking at our home.
Open
Right
Part-time
HAVE PARKING
Open
Right
Part-time
Have parking at Condo residence in Lionshead
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Resident
Why You Don't Buy a Parking Pass or Value Card
Open
Right
Part-time
Have private parking
Open
Right
Part-time
I didn't know about them.
Open
Right
Part-time
I don't know anything about it.
Open
Right
Part-time
I don't ski anymore. I'm presuming the reference to a 'value card' means
a ski pass.
Open
Right
Part-time
I have private parking.
Open
Right
Part-time
I know nothing about the program
Open
Right
Part-time
I ride the free bus daily
Open
Right
Part-time
I take the bus.
Open
Right
Part-time
never knew about it till now
Open
Right
Part-time
only park in parking structure for short time periods, prefer to walk from
our home.
Open
Right
Part-time
Owner parking on site at Lionshead residence
Open
Right
Part-time
Parking provided
Open
Right
Part-time
Take the bus
Open
Right
Part-time
Take the bus, or park only for short times during the day
Open
Right
Part-time
Use bus
Open
Right
Part-time
We have Parking at our Lionshead Residence
Open
Right
Part-time
We live in East Vail where the bus stops right at our property.
Open
Right
Part-time
we ride the bus
Open
Right
Part-time
We take the bus.
Open
Right
Own
business
only
no need
Open
Right
Own
business
only
Use outlying parking
Open
Right
Get mail
only
I can park during the winter at friend's house
Open
Right
Get mail
only
I no longer work within the Town of Vail limits
Open
Right
Get mail
only
I'm not always in town with a vehicle. When I am I have parking.
Open
Right
Get mail
only
Ive had one in the past and still cannot find a parking space
Open
Right
Get mail
only
There was honestly no need for it. My husband has year round covered
parking through his employer so we used that as needed for activities in
Vail.
Open
Right
Get mail
only
We ski Beaver Creek mostly
Open
Right
Public buses meet my needs and the free parking for dinner hours
works!
Open
Right
take the bus
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Because I have parking provided by my employer.
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Resident
Why You Don't Buy a Parking Pass or Value Card
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Do not own a car.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Don't ski and don't need to park in the village during the day.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Have parking at my house.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Have private parking in Founders
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I do know that the parking costs are a huge consideration for the day
trippers ...and parking costs seemingly keep going up for average skier
plus the ticket cost is high
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I get parking with my job- unfortunately, they almost think of it as a
bonus for myself. So, instead of getting paid more, I get a parking pass
just so I can work in the village...
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I have parking
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I know of free places to park.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I live in town, and don't need a parking place. For short errands to town
the 2 hour free parking in the structures is sufficient
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I park at my work
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I use the bus system - very nice perk of living in Vail - thanks
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I was unaware it was available.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
It's WAYYYYY too much. Probably works for business owners and home
owners. But anything in the structure is too rich for me
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Never heard of them?
Open
Wrong
Year-round
not likely
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Not worth the money
Open
Wrong
Year-round
park at building where I live/work
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Too expensive and inaccessible
Open
Wrong
Year-round
We purchase a valet pass at Golden Peak.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
We walk
Open
Wrong
Work only
Can't afford one. The parking structures are cash generators. The town
does not want employees parking there. They want the $25.00 every
day from the visitor.
Open
Wrong
Work only
Not needed
Open
Wrong
Work only
parking in Vail is a nuisance and expensive, which is a deterrent for us (a
reason not to ski here in the winter)
Open
Wrong
Work only
Parking provided by my company
Open
Wrong
Work only
Value isnt worth it. I still cannot afford to park on weekends, and i take
eco bus to and from town instead. If parking passes for locals became
competitive (read: not cheaper than bus, but close) i would use it. Paying
20 dollars to TOV to ski at vail is not on my to do list.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Didn't know about it until 1 week ago.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Have private parking in Vail.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
I have a parking spot.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
I have my own parking at our condominium.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
I take the bus when we go into town.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
I use the bus.
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Direction
Resident
Why You Don't Buy a Parking Pass or Value Card
Open
Wrong
Own
business
only
haven't needed to , luckily. In the old days $5 coupons were a big help.
Now that my children are old enough to be seasonal employees and
need to park in town occasionally, there are no good answers. They have
paid for the privilege of remote parking that sometimes doesn't exist
and walk in the dark.
Open
Wrong
Own
business
only
I get free parking with my work
Open
Wrong
Get mail
only
Because I live in Wyo. & ski so little any more that I don't need it.
Open
Wrong
Get mail
only
Live and work in Avon. Just occasional meetings in Vail.
Open
Wrong
way to expensive
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Bus
Open
Don't know
Year-round
do not ski Vail that often
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Don't need one - live in town.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Easier to use the East Vail bus
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Expense. Not a guaranteed spot. And there is a free bus close by.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Free parking with Vail Mountain Club membership
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I can park at my place of employment without needing one.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I do not have a vehicle
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I don't park in town
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I don't work in town.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I have private parking
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I live in Sandstone, I don't need to drive to the village
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I parked my car and decided to utilize the vail bus system this winter.
Both of my jobs are in Vail so I didn't need to drive.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I take the bus every day
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I use the great bus system.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I work at night. i.e. its free.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I work in a restaurant with a 4pm in time. Thankfully, parking is free
after 3! For all the days I snowboard or work early, I take the free busses.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
It is easier for me to drive as the bus schedule is not convenient for my
needs.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
no need
Open
Don't know
Year-round
not at all
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Take the bus into town.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
The TOV bus systems are great.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Too expensive
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Walk or bus to work.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
yes
Open
Don't know
Work only
Have in the past and it has been hard to find parking even with the pink
pass. Lots of events or issues closing down the lots too.
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Resident
Why You Don't Buy a Parking Pass or Value Card
Open
Don't know
Work only
I park at the ABC lot
Open
Don't know
Work only
I take the shuttle that VVMC offers
Open
Don't know
Work only
Parking included at place of employment
Open
Don't know
Work only
Parking provided for my job
Open
Don't know
Work only
Parking purchased through Solaris this year.
Open
Don't know
Work only
Work provided a parking pass.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
because you oversold the permits in previous years. I bought the pass
and was never able to use it due to inadequate number of parking
spaces, so it was a complete ripoff.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
dont need one
Open
Don't know
Part-time
Have a parking spot at Passport Club at Golden Peak
Open
Don't know
Part-time
Have parking at my vail residence.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
I can walk or take bus to work
Open
Don't know
Part-time
I have parking in village.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
Not necessary
Open
Don't know
Part-time
the bus is better, parking should cost more to discourage driving
Open
Don't know
Part-time
We have parking with our condo
Open
Don't know
Own
business
only
Don't need it
Open
Year-round
Because I do not have money to pay for parking.
Open
Year-round
have parking at work
Open
Year-round
I use the Bus service
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Q. 16: How likely are you to buy a parking pass or value card?
Survey
Direction
Resident
How Likely to Buy a Parking Pass or Value Card
Invite
Right
Year-round
Again,.. rather take bus
Invite
Right
Year-round
Do not need one because of our situation!
Invite
Right
Year-round
Good, like the way the parking guys are working to try help people park
especially when Burton here. Also can be receptive to innocent/lack of
common sense mistakes. Do VRD need all those spaces reserved all the
time?
Invite
Right
Year-round
Great pass system but cannot find parking spots many times during the
key ski and summer seasons.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Have my pass via being a TOV Information volunteer
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Have the pass but never use it, always take the bus. More free parking
needed during ski season, it is wrong that those who show up late get
free parking on the frontage road
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I appreciate the discount. I try to use the bus service, but I am happy for
the savings when I need to take my car.
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I take the bus!
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I use the bus system some days
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I was glad that I had the option of parking at Lionshead for an affordable
rate when I was unable to carpool to my workplace. I would however
like the rate to be a bit lower for Fridays - say $15.
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I will always need a pass since I work full time in Vail Village ... would
consider a pass for my spouse if more affordable.
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I work Mon- Fri so a parking pass would be a real luxury item.
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if I knew the details maybe i would.
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No
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No
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Parking continues to be a significant issue for the Town, but
unfortunately I don't have any solutions to offer.
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Parking in the structure can be very challenging and I do wish there
would be warnings or courteous notices placed on cars that take up
more than one space, which happens on a frequent basis. Also, remind
users that driving in the garage should be one-way.
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parking passes are too expensive for full time residents (or at least for
me), but I understand that parking is quite limited and in high demand.
The bus system is fantastic
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See previous comments. $1100 for a local to park? For 5 months?
Really?
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Year-round
Short term parking in Lionshead was a great addition. Let's us run to
library or other short errands if we're in the car. Free after 3 remains
important!
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Year-round
Thank you for giving the locals a discount to park! It is much
appreciated
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The kiosks at the structures do not provide good instructions for re-
loading money on a pass. This comes from someone who is usually quite
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adept at following instructions and reading signs. We had to request
assistance the initial time to recover our pass from the equipment and
we were lucky that someone was still working during regular business
hours. Clearer instructions would be helpful.
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The newest software is a significant improvement over previous
versions.
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The parking passes are a good value
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We buy the pink pass because the timing of the busses do not coincide
work starting hours. The busses get into the structure on the hour and
half hour but most jobs start on the hour or half hour. We ride the bus
for leisure but it is also difficult to make it to day care pick up on time if
riding the bus. All other passes are too expensive to purchase.
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We don't need it.
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We pay from them for our employees.
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Wish Town would reinstate 3 hours free.
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Work only
Very expensive parking pass costs.
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Again, I use the bus
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as above
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Currently the bus serves my transport needs during the day and having
free after-hours parking in the structures is a nice evening option.
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Depends on the price.
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Don't know about parking passes.
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Excellent program
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Have now rented a parking place in the Village. Disappointed that a
refund cannot be granted on my existing credit.
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Having to 'renew' this pass each year is a bit of a bother.
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I do park in the public parking structure on occasion but not very often
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I don't remember the card I have. It is the one for discounts except for
certain days and it didn't cost anything -just proof of owning property. It
seems like the benefits were better in prior years than for the
2015/2016 season. I like getting a discount but I think it should be more
than it is and it should be better on weekends when the bus gets so full.
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I have had a home here for 15 years and only this year acquired a Value
Card for use in the garage. This and other programs could be better
advertised.
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I love the Value Pass. Very easy to use and on the expensive days, I take
the bus and leave parking for our guests. It's a great system.
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I need more information.
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I will definitely get the parking pass if I was aware of it. Please give me
more information.
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In the past there were specific areas for those of us have in the past
there was a reasonable discount off the regular parking. Recent years
the discount is almost nonexistent as is the parking
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Need more info
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need to learn more about them..
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No
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no, thank you
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Once I receive more info about the passes (pricing, parking options, etc.),
I may be more likely to purchase a parking pass.
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Only thing is make online card refill available.
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park at our house and take bus
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We are moving - otherwise we absolutely would pay a pass if possible.
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We find we don't use the parking as much as we thought. Simba Run
has a shuttle and our parking needs aren't that great.
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We live up a hill, so using the bus for skiing does not work well and I
appreciate the ability to use the Value Card; The current system works
well
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We love the program! Would like to see it expanded to all public parking
spaces and better discounts!
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Will have to look into.
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would need to know more
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Don't need a pass.
business
only
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We already have parking available at our property
business
only
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We currently long term lease our property.
business
only
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Need more information.
only
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Parking passes should be available for athletes at Ski & Snowboard Club
only
Vail
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So far, parking is only a problem on rare occassions.
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Have had parking pass problems - VISA was billed more than the credit
given on the pass. Employees won't print out a statement or let you see
your charges. Also, it is very difficult to do volunteer work when you
have to stop before your two hours of free parking are done.
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I try not to park in the structure as much as possible. I think the rates
are rediculously high. Also, spaces are cramped and many people take
up two spaces and I don't see anyone enforcing the 'one space per car'
rule. Also, drivers damage cars parked next to them and apparently the
security cameras don't seem to be able to define the offending vehicle.
Yea, I feel 'safe'
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if the structures are full when you get there , what's the use ! then you
get a ticket if you park somewhere else, that's b.s. ! prove me wrong ,oh
brilliant town council and town mgr. !
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Keep free summer parking.
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Need outlying employee parking with frequent bus service
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Parking is always an issue in Vail.
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Parking is Vail is a nightmare.
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parking seems so unsafe in structure. And I see people lost all the time.
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Should not charge for parking until the town busses are running on a full
time schedule in the early season.
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Thank you for making the Value Pass easier and easier to use. I love the
new system that tells you plainly how much you have on your card and
the efficient way that the machine reads your card.
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These parking discounts are poorly advertised!!
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Too expensive.
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Bought in Solaris, it's clean
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It is expensive for us workers to park in Vil to go to work. I would like to
find more work down -valley. I am tired of driving to Vail to pay for
parking, to get paid unlivable wages in a town I cannot afford to live in!
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I would have to find out more information on the pass.
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I'm only eligible for a value card be I own property in Vail. However, the
fact that the parking charge is different depending on the day of the
week is quite ridiculous. Vail residents should have 1 set parking rate
regardless of the day of the week. FYI, most Vail residents do not ski
Friday, Saturday, Sunday and holidays anyway because of the mountain
overcrowding.
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WE LOVE STAR
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Depends on the cost
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don't need to buy one
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Free bus system works great. Extra buses help alleviate overcrowding,
and even more buses will need to be added in the future as more people
use free park and ride options from outlying parks and Frontage Road.
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I have no use for one is why I wont purchase one.
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I no longer own a business in the Village although I still own property in
the Village Core. I do not routinely need to come in to Vail Village. If I
ever move my business back into the Village I would purchase a season
parking pass
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I wish that the on street parking was not so strict as many homes and
townhomes have limited parking and when I have people over or go to
someones house it has happened more than once that I have had to
park on the street. I unfortunately have gotten a parking ticket for this
and wish there was a way around this.
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If Ever Vail happens, then I don't know what I'll do.
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It would be nice if the parking pass rates were more discounted for
residents or employees that also work on the weekends, not just Mon-
Thurs.
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Would highly depend where I was still living.
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I work for the Hospital and I'm extremely appreciative of the flexibility
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and consideration the TOV has provided VVMC during our construction.
Star has been wonderful in assisting with our parking needs.Thank you!
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Discounts should be higher for residents. Tax money already is used to
maintain the parking garages and lots.
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I appreciate that the town of Vail offers free parking after 3:00.
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I would only buy a pass to be used by my guests and if parking becomes
even more difficult in the garages.
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Part-time
I'd like to know price and usability before I commit.
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If you can't park, why own a pass?
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Would like to know about it. The cost and where can you park!
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Part-time
Would like to know more about what the parking pass gets me as a part
time resident
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Own
If we spend more time in Vail next year, it will make sense to purchase
business
one
only
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I'm not a fan of the minimum $50 re -charge fee at the automated
only
charging stations, but other than that, the new system is great!
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Add more free parking
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Again, would like to see a better rate for year-round residents.
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Bus
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I applaud the effort for down valley residents.
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I can park at my office in Lionshead for free
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I dont need 1
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I get my parking pass because of volunteering as a Vail Host.
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I have my license plate checked almost every time I use my value card -
ridiculous.
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I live in East Vail and i have the priviledge of having the vail
transportation services.
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I pay a lot of property tax and unlike my neighbors cannot afford the Vail
Mountain Club. I would buy the pass if it was MUCH cheaper.
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I take the shuttle from work.
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I think the parking in Vail is one of Vail's greatest weaknesses. I would
not come here if I didn't already live her based entirely on the parking
situation. Why can Breck and Beaver Creek come up with great free
parking options and Vail can't? It's crazy and its lazy and it is most
certainly affecting Vail's bottom line. Fix this problem.
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I try and use the buses
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I use it only for work, but it's still too expensive to use often. And the
satellite lots are no closer than my house.
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I would like to learn about the parking pass.
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It is not clear to me how the Parking Dept. justifies a 'no return' policy on
cash held in a Value Pass account. Further, the methods available to add
cash to a value card are outdated and should be modernized so that the
process can be completed over the Internet. I should add that the staff
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is always helpful and friendly.
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It would be awesome to have just a Lionshead parking structure pass!
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Lived here for 32 years and have bought 1 once a long time ago and it
was only a discount card
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Love the value card -- helps make the daily parking fee more affordable
on ski days. Wish we got the bigger discount on Friday and Saturday too!
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Love the value pass! It has allowed me to reasonably affordably park on
the occasional day that I wanted/needed to. Would love a greater
discount J
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My membership to The Sebastian (mentioned above) was a long term
commitment.
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My parking pass is provided by my employer.
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no
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parking is too crowded to be favorable by local employees / it's not a
convenience when I already live here and can store my ski equipment in
my place of business.
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Parking is very expensive in Vail for locals in the valley during the winter
season.
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Parking passes were purchased for employees to utilize.
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The busses should run on the winter schedule as soon as the mountain
opens.
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The winter bus service to East Vail is great, as it was when we loved in
Sandstone.
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Too expensive. Should lower rates on low traffic days
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We walk into town...
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Will probably carpool and/or take the bus again during the winter
months.
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Work only
Have a Vail Mtn parking spot
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I feel that Vail should offer the men and women who serve in the armed
services some kind of discount.
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I have not sought out information regarding parking passes / discounts,
but I understand it is available. It might already exist, but I would love a
pass / sticker on my car and just have the cost deducted from a credit
card.
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I will not need a pass for next year either.
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If I live in Vail.
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Work only
Love the pass parking options. Really appreciate that the price for the
green pass has not gone up in many years.
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not quitting my job will need a pass for next winter
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they are WAY Too expensive
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Your disabled parking pass is not advertised. this survey does not show
the disabled parking pass. The town has two or three disabled parking
spaces near the Tree Tops building and does not advertise them. The
handicap parking on the top level of the Lionshead garage is caked in ice
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most of the winter. These spots can not be used safely. We need more
handicap spots because the number of people who do not ski but come
for the experience is increasing.
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Generally efficient though I'd prefer to not have to visit your office every
year to prove residency and renew. The staff is very friendly though.
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I need more information
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I will be becoming a full time resident in the near future which will make
it more useful
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It would be awesome if residents could reserve a parking spot for those
heavy demand days
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It's my back-up plan when the buses aren't running on a full schedule in
the early season and I have to go to Beaver Creek for World Cup
Races(volunteer).
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No
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Owner parking on site at Lionshead residence
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We tried it once and did not have good results. Lots of building going on
in town and over busy ramps. also too difficult to access and no refund
on card. Not worth the cost and trouble to us.
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Free locals only parking lot
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If it was free then I would purchase it. All other resorts on the epic pass
have free parking options always, frontage road should not be in this
conversation as that is a joke.
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many of the locations are not convenient so we pay for private parking
..it is a huge issue for those employees working in the village
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Parking is ridiculous- I know there isn't that much anyone can do to
make it better. I am blessed to park right in village center for my job -
but, with all the events going on, I have to remember to move my
vehicle to the structure after 3pm so I don't get blocked in for the entire
night. There have been several times that I was either physically unable
to find a parking spot in the structure, or even within several miles of vail
village.
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Parking should be free for employees
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Residents and visitors of most municipal entities expect to pay for
parking.
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The Value pass definitely facilitates going into town for lunch, etc.
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We walk, we live nearby
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Buy one if the cost was reasonable.
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Make a true local parking pass. 10 dollars all day, any day. This would
help businesses in the village too, most locals arent about to nor able to
spend 25 to park!
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More frequent ford park shuttles would be nice.
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I'd be more likely if the weekend discount was larger than 20% like the
weekday rate is. I suppose you do this to reduce the demand and keep
us on the busses, but it sure leaves a bad taste in my mouth as tax
paying resident.
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More needs to be done on illegal parking in private condo spaces.
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coupons for those emergency days or the holiday part time worker
business
would help
only
parking is great and easy to use for the amphitheater events. Please
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I would buy a pass if it was reasonable to make it easier to attend work -
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related meetings in Vail.
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Don't need one - live in town,
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Free after 3 is a great policy and don't ever change it!
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I don't know what those different parking passes mean.
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I will continue to use the Value Card, very much appreciated. Can't
afford any other kind of pass.
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Year-round
I would like Vail to focus on being pedestrian friendly. There are not
sidewalks along most streets in Vail, nor are there street lights; if you are
trying to be environmentally friendly and walk and use public
transportation I feel like safety isn't on your side. There are too many
people getting away with speeding through residential areas.
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I'd like to know more about the passes available.
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parking department employees could be more friendly
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Prices are a little steep for parking.
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see above comment
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We buy one at Solaris instead. Guaranteed availability, which we were
uncomfortable with at the main Vail structure with a Gold pass in the
past. Didn't have to scrounge for a space, either.
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I work in Vail and think I should be able to access the Vail structure 7
days week. Again the TOV puts profit ahead of the core of the
town ..... the employees!
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If you have to pay for parking, then parking should be monitored. Many
are double parked taking up what limited parking there is.
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Will need some parking pass.
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Part-time
good deal could be cheaper.
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People should Take the bus!
Q. 17: Rate your satisfaction with public parking services in Vail.
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I do use the free parking spot options occasionally but only when other
options aren't available during the winter season. I would like to see the
Donovan parking option easier to view on the Vail website. Summer
parking is great and easy to use for the amphitheater events. Please
continue to offer free parking during the summer!
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Simply early bird catches the worm come late no parking
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There is always a very nice parking attendant name Jimi Foley who is
always super helpful!
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A very tough issue.... We keep building and adding visitors without
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making parking a priority. In summer how will golfers and hikers and an
event all fit into the parking lot at the golf course when on a weekend it
is already on overflow.??
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Actually provide free parking after 3, without requiring us to enter after
3. If we enter around 2:30pm, it's really not convenient to have to come
move our car out and then back into the garage to avoid being charged
for what is supposed to be free parking.
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After consulting with a member of a larger construction firm, I believe
that the best solution to the parking problem is to expand the Vail
structure over Frontage Road. There is more than enough capacity
available, and it is unusable for other purposes, and would not obstruct
any view or interfere with any business.
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Again, this is the only place that charges for parking.
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All passholders should be allowed into the structures when they are full
to allow them to look for parking. They have paid for parking and should
be able to look fo spaces.
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Appearance and identification of employees should be better
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Appreciate the special buses you use for events. Know it is hard in
Winter to keep it clean. The town did widen the roads for street parking
but is a bit dangerous when driving by and people are exiting their cars.
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As a tax payer, it would be nice to get an amount of courtesy passes (half
dozen?) to share with guests to enhance their experience.
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as a taxpayer I do not like giving away free parking to those who use the
town
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At Vail Mountain School it would be nice to be able to park on the
frontage road when the parking lot is full.
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Being such a world class resort you would think we could invest in the
rebuild of Lionshead structure and add more parking to keep cars of the
roads (or at least reduce). It is sue an eye sore and i am sure it could be
redone to accomodate more vehilce. With the plas for EverVail coming
out we are just going to add to the parking problem even if they offer
private parking for theri buildings it doesn't help with basic skier parking.
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Build a few more floors on the structures
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Build parking garages!
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Compact car section not enforced. Poor parking robs extra spaces with
no consequences. Need to open short/narrow sections now marked 'no
parking' to small vehicles (Smart Cars) and 2 wheeled vehicles to open
more spaces for regular sized cars. (TOV could mark off dimensions in
which the vehile must fit to park in mini spaces)
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Construction vehicles take entire parking structure during construction
seasons.
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Construction workers take up too many spots in the garage in summer -
companies should be required to provide parking on site or shuttle them
in. The overflow parking in winter on South Frontage Road is an
accident waiting to happen and totally unfriendly for our guests. Can't
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believe how far they have to hike to catch a bus.
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Costly
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Decreasae amount of Frontage road parking, and NO PARKING on
Frontage road near Safeway
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Do not use structures.
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Don't really use parking structures or road as I have a place to park at
work. The frontage road parking is out of control - in that it is normal
almost daily event it seems. Also, the change put into place years ago to
use park and trailhead parking lots for free parking has made it
impossible for users of those places to actually use them any more
during a ski day.
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Eliminate the frontage road parking -
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Encourage car pooling/alternative transportation solutions as an
incentive to reduce parking issues. It's never going to be financially
responsible or feasible to build enough parking spaces for everyone
coming to Vail, nor is it the highest and best use of the limited land
resources in Town. Vail leaders need to be more forward thinking in this
regard.
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Enforcement of parking in structures needs to be enhanced. Too many
instances of individuals not parking appropriately (i.e. using more than
allotted space).
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Every new building in Vail should be required to have an underground
parking structure. Also why can't we have parking in the side of the
mountain like in Europe. Only a matter of time before someone dies
parking in the frontage road.
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Fees seem a little high
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Fees too high.
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Ford park tennis parking sometimes ridiculous.
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free parking in the summer is great!
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Free parking in the summer is HUGE. Living in Sandstone makes a
commute to work difficult on a bus in the summer since it's only once an
hour. I understand the parking fees in the winter time, but in order to
continue drawing people to town for events in the summer I believe it is
important to keep parking free. As for ease of parking in the winter,
there are a lot of vehicles that do not park properly in the spots. I'm not
sure if there is a way to 'ticket' those cars, but some days there are easily
2 dozen cars taking up more than one spot.
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Frontage rd. parking is awful experience for guests. Rob Katz should
park on ft. rd and walk to lifts with kids. Maybe then VR might build
some more parking!!
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Frontage road overflow seems to be a necessary evil but definitely a
safety issue as it constricts the roadway.
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Frontage road parking is hazardous ... I always buy a permit privately
because of the cost of TOV convenient parking in the Village ... not
interested in outlying parking, as work requires me back and forth and in
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and out several times in a day.
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Frontage road parking is not great. It would be very easy for someone to
get hit. Not sure there are better options but it isn't safe.
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frontage road parking is not safe in my opinion
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Frontage Road parking remains dangerous, though no one has been hit
there ... there must be a better way, but I don't know what it is...
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Good job in managing a tough issue!
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Have to walk to far to get to town.
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hugely expensive, frontage road overflow seems discombobulated,
Lionshead parking structure is difficult to use with the lower floor
seemingly aborted to the general public..
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I am concerned about pot smoking in the Vail Village parking structure.
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I am concerned there will be an accident on Frontage Road, particularly
when it's slick out ... this would be tragic in our town and (I would
imagine) put an immediate end to parking Frontage Road.
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I am never sure if I am actually allowed to park along Frontage Road or
not (i.e., during the summer concerts). I believe there are No Parking
signs but I might be wrong. I simply park there because so many others
have parked there as well.
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I am not happy with lack of enforcement of the use of parking spaces by
large trucks. These vehicles -because of their width- often take up two
parking spots. The extra long trucks often make it very difficult to back
out of a space when they are parked behind you. Not sure how to
resolve this issue as the structure was built before these oversized trucks
appeared on the road.
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I appreciate that we as a town have done our best to get by with what
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we have available for some free parking on the fringes of town and on
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the frontage roads. Formalizing or least continuing utilization of these
resources is probably our best bet to not take on enormous debt and to
continue to accommodate as many people as practical. I wouldn't allow
VR to build another neighborhood just for their developmental profits
on the promise that another parking structure of their building and
control would alleviate the big picture.
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I appreciate the free after 3:00 rule.
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I appreciate the value cards, but it would be nice if the discounts applied
to Friday to Sunday also.
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I don't know where the town expects people to park. Skiers can overflow
onto the frontage roads which can mean miles of cars lined up. No one
can park on residential streets, though. Why is that? I know the town
wants everyone to ride the bus but you can't always do that and you
have to get to the valley somehow.
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I don't mind Frontage Road parking. It doesn't make Vail's appearance
business
more or less attractive. It adds a lot of capacity when needed.
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I feel like the parking lane paint is lost very shortly every year after lanes
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are painted in the vail parking structures
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I feel like we should be able to develop a better system than parking on
the frontage road. It is dangerous for individuals to be crossing the road.
Especially during snow
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I find there is limited desire to want to conduct work meetings in Vail
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given the parking difficulty (availability and price). Usually compromise
with Vail based businesses/workers to meet mid -valley (usually Avon).
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I generally very much admire the programs, the enforcement and the
education. I think that much of the complaining is done by residents of
the county, but not the town, who feel that they should have special
treatment, sometimes at the expense of our touring guests. I don't
agree. I do really wish that signage could address the paid parking at
Solaris in the summer, as guests are surprised and angry when they are
charged, and it is a permanent and really distasteful impression.
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I hate the overflow on the frontage road because the people that park
there don't pay attention to the people driving on the road and it just
seems very dangerous.
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I have always felt that overflow parking on the Frontage Road is a bad
idea.
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I have been to other major ski areas where they don't charge for parking
and also have shuttle lots to get people to the ski area quickly.
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I have learned that public parking to meet friends or visitors for lunch at
peak times, even for concert parking is sometimes impossible.
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I have my own arrangement for parking for skiing
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I just had one issue with an attendant when I was picking up my family,
and I seriously didn't realize that it was two minutes to three and I
parked in the structure to grab them, and help carry their stuff. The
supervisor acted like I should have known ... we usually take the bus
during daytime hours, but I was trying to be nice and pick them up ... she
practically ripped me a new one and wanted to charge me for making
that error...
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I like the open air in the lionshead structure, but I HATE cigarette
smokers in public.
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I like the signage on lot capacity and the website showing % capacity is
very user friendly... I check often .. Nice job. I'd promote the self service
website on your large parking signage boards.
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I live close to Vail and when my family comes to visit parking is a real
issue, if all the spots are taken here where I live there is no where else
my parents can park their vehicle when coming to visit me which is a
complete hassle
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I LOVE the two hour free. I use it for when I'm just doing guest service in
the mornings.
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I often choose not to do activities in Vail because of parking trouble.
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I often drive on the Frontage Road to east Vail in the winter. The
overflow parking on the street doesn't always seem safe, and visitors
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who have parked there often have no regard for vehicles that are driving
on the road.
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I only use the parking garage in Summer and after 3 PM
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I realize that parking is a 'damned if you damned if you don't' situation
for the town. It is basically fine. Winter parking fees are high but not a
deterrent considering how often the garages are full
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I really like the program that helps prevent people from driving drunk by
letting someone leave their car overnight and if they parked AFTER 3 PM
and pick their car up before 11 AM, they can get out of the parking
structure for free. I have used this several times when I take a taxi home
and it is a safe way to have fun at dinner or in town at the bars and have
a few drinks and not get a DUI.
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I see people (and kids), running in ski boots across the Frontage Road on
overflow days. Put some temporary speed bumps on the Frontage road
to slow traffic on the overflow days so people can cross the road safely.
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I take the bus!
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I think employees working in Vail shouldn't have to pay for parking.
Period.
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I think our taxes should allow us to park in the structure in the winter for
free, and a minimal charge Fri Sat. Proof of employment is available, etc.
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I think that parking in Vail is really expensive, so I try to use the free bus
to go to the village.
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I think the fees for parking in the winter encourage car pooling. Rusty at
the parking structure is great!
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I think the overflow parking on frontage road is the only option, but
some drive way too fast during these times. We need to keep our guests
safe. I also feel that parking tickets shouldn't be given so often to our
guests. We do wish them to return.
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I think the parking is expensive for skiers who have likely already bought
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season passes-- OR, those who are coming to Vail for the day and will be
buying a very expensive ski pass to get on the lift!
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I think the Vail Frontage Road parking needs flashing 20mph zones when
cars start lining up on the road. Just like school zones have. When light
flashes, you must go 20 mph. Wouldn't it be awful if a child, dog, adult
were hit by a car?
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I think there should be a flat rate for every vehicle.
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I travel in a wheelchair accessible van that is too tall to fit into the
parking structures. I need to unload the wheelchair in a van accessible
space. I have found very few van accessible spaces. I know of the ones
at the two parking garages, but they are often occupied.
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I use the parking structures in summer and use the bus in winter. I think
parking prices are quite high. I know that space is limited and for that
reason I think there should be reduced rates to incentivize carpooling.
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I use the parking structures sometimes after 3pm, when it is free.
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I use the structure to visit the library and at times for a ski day or quick
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trip into a shop or restaurant.
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I volunteer at the Garden in the summer, and can't park because of
special events. More parking is needed.
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I wish there was discounted employee pass. Just learned there might be
one. Also I would like a bit more flexibility in timing i.e. 3 hours free so I
could get a few more runs in and still have lunch.
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I would be a good idea for the parking structure to have the parking lines
painted better so people will park between them, leaving the possibility
of ticketing people inclined to use two spaces. its very frustrating when I
work at night and enter the structure and cant find parking because the
lines are hard to distinguish and people use two and sometimes 3 spaces
for their vehicles. so, on that note I would appreciate better
enforcement for bad parking.
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I would come to vail more often if parking and access to the mountain
was easier
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I would like to see a 'grace' period of 10 minutes for the 'free after 3' so
that those of us on night shifts could get to work on time if we have to
park in the structure. The parking structure late at night is not safe. We
have lots of drunk and high people loitering in the structures.
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I would like to see at least two additional decks of parking in the Village
structure if, and when, it is replaced or renovated.
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If I park in a structure at 2:30 and parking is free after 3:001 should be
charged for 30 mins. Need to repaint the lines in the parking structures
so the can be seen. Need to ticket people who park outside the lines.
People taking two spaces is a horrible, happens way too often
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if you don't understand what I'm saying in above boxes ,then you'll never
get it. thus , prepare for Armageddon....
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If you start paid parking in the summer, you might as well close up the
businesses and lock the doors around town. The demographic for
summer will ABSOLUTELY REFUSE to pay to come to Vail.
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it always smells of drugs and/or smoke. I do not feel safe! parking on
the road is so very unsafe!! someone is going to get hurt. And it is not
very guest friendly. Build the parking structure up 3 levels. It will add
parking and block highway noise to town !
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It is a disgrace to have parking on the frontage road
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It is costly in he winter.
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It is extremely helpful to have access to the parking structure occupancy
via the Vail.com app in both summer and winter. Please keep that up!
Small annoyance - very hard to reach the new ticket dispensers in the
structures. Who decided to put them so far back?
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It would be good to explore additional agreements with CDOT to use the
frontage road and possibly set up a charge for the use - otherwise the
latecomers get free parking which would be good revenue for the city;
Some negotiated use of the road (paid would be fine) when the parking
is full at the summer Bravo and Dance concerts
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It would be great if you could put another parking structure located at
Ford Park or the EverVail location.
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It would be nice for folks with passes to cut off fees at 5. By the point the
garage is emptying, so you are motivating people to leave as opposed to
stay and spend money with the businesses.
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It's only a matter of time before someone is seriously hurt. Speed limit
45 on s frontage road, families coming back to their cars after dark
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Just a feeling with more hotels ... I think there needs to be more parking
... including the trailheads
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Just not enough public parking facilities. How many years does it take
for the council to finally act? It's a major problem which never is
addressed or even tried to be solved. Wake up and try to solve real
issues!
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Keep parking free in the summer. Maybe have a few free parking days
business
during the winter too.
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Keep summer parking free - Thanks:)
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KEEP summer parking free.
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Keep the short time free parking and the after 3:00 free parking. This is
important
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Lack of parking during busy summer times - 4th of July, Sunday
mornings.
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Lines on top deck Vail Parking structure are difficult to read when they're
faded, causing people to park at the wrong angle, causing a domino
effect. I've gotten a ticket for parking how everyone was parking. It was
reversed, but I was treated like a baby which I didn't appreciate. End of
the day it'd Vail's fault for not maintaining the paint lines.
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Locals should receive discounted parking.
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Looping for locals should be allowed. They are making the effort to loop,
which is not as easy as you think.
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Love the bus in winter though they do not run enough in early season.
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Major problem, keeps guests away.
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Make parking more expensive for Denver residents (Beaver Creek
charges $35!) and less for Vail home owners.
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maybe you could have used the 9M for a new parking level or 2 on the
existing structure.
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More public parking would be appreciated
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Need longer free parking in the winter - 3 hours would be good again.
More time for people to actually do things in town and spend more
money. Or lower hourly rates. Yes, we keep seeing an increase in
business, but were also getting more and more poor reviews on our
parking. I believe that Vail is the ONLY ski area in Colorado NOT to
actually offer some kind of free parking lot - even if its a bus from down
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valley.
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Need some sort of control when frontage road used for parking. Open
doors, people wandering between car in to traffic. Occasional use of
frontage road is acceptable , If there is enforcement of common sense
procedures like watching out for others and vehicles traveling on the
roadway. Maybe something more like the chain up areas with a patrol
presence when visitors are parking, not after they are on the mountain.
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No one checks how cars are parked in the winter - so many cars use 2
spaces. There is a sign that one spot per car will be strictly enforced - it's
a joke because it never happens. But the employees there do make sure
you don't park in the 30 minute spot for 31 minutes or more. That's all
they do! And why don't you have one way and no entrance signs
EVERYWHERE in the structure? I've seen cars going the wrong way
about once a week - no employee to stop them either!
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no, thank you
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Not a fan of frontage road parking but understand it is necessary
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Not an issue for us or our guests.
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not applical
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Not enough and too expensive
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Not enough parking in peak seasons. Vail is popular!
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Obviously there is not enough parking. Especially during the Burton
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Obviously, it becomes a hindrance when the structures fill up on busy
Winter days. Having the numerous short term spaces in Lionshead is a
huge benefit when I have to visit that part of Town- wish there were
more of these in the village structure- ones by the Welcome Center just
too short term.
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Obviously, no one checks or writes tickets when cars take more than one
parking space in the structures. We pass 4-5 'double parked' cars while
looking for a space, even early in the morning. Luckily, I have a 3 -year
handicapped hang tag, which I hate to use, but I'm left with no choice.
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On any given day in the Vail Parking Structure there are a minimum of 4
cars taking up 2 spaces.... sometimes 10 cars taking up 2 spaces. The
Town is loosing revenue because of this. Please start ticketing these cars.
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Our lack of public parking is shameful during our busy seasons and public
events. With all of the money that the Town brings in it is beyond my
understanding why they are not focused on increasing the amount of
parking spaces. The danger and inconvenience of parking on the street
should be a #1 concern for our town. Gazillions of money are spent
advertising Vail and inviting people to come and then, when they get
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here, we do not treat our guests with the courtesy of ample parking,
which should be easy and convenient. To accept that they may have to
walk a mile or more on the Frontage Road - with ski equipment! - is an
outrage. It also seems to me that Vail Resorts should participate in the
solution of this problem, as well!!
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out pricing locals in winter
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Overflow parking on the frontage road is a liability and an accident
waiting to happen.
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Overflow parking on the south frontage road is an accident waiting to
happen. Money trumps safety.
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Parking continues to be a big problem. There are not enough spaces and
It is really expensive.
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Parking continues to be a growing problem for the Town. Frontage Road
parking is now a common occurrence instead of an exception - both
winter and summer. The Town needs to find a sustainable and longer
term solution than just dumping cars on the road.
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Parking continues to be an issue and is an inconvenience for many
during high season/over flow and is a major safety concern.
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Parking costs is too high. Really, it is too high. The frontage road parking
is a safety issue, especially at night during events such as concerts. The
present structures need to be expanded, or consideration given to
building additional parking lots or structures on the other side of 1-70.
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Parking for Vail residents should be less expensive.
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Parking has been and always will be a major issue until a solution is
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found. Vail Parking structure is dirty, leaks and smells like sewage. Not
the first impression guests should get when arriving in town
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Parking in the structures is most often impossible from Friday through
Sunday in the Village structure. Thank goodness for great bus service.
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Parking is a perpetual issue, don't know if there is an easy solution with
out spending much money
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Parking is a tough area now that Vail has become so vibrant in the
summer and the winter for both residents and guests. Look at park and
rides outside the town limits
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parking is always the challenge in vail, especially in winter but summer is
getting challenging as well
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Parking is an issue and expensive.
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Parking is at a premium. Any specific plans in place to alleviate parking
on frontage roads?
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Parking is impossible... build more ... that is the only solution.
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Parking is pricey but always full. Get what you can I guess.
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Parking is still a problem, grateful for our free bus system. Bus times
should be more frequent on the Summer especially on weekends.
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Parking is the single biggest problem in Vail. Keeps many visitors away
which is OK for me but bad for retailers, hotels and day visitors.
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Parking is very expensive in winter if you want to ski, and if you don't get
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to the garages early, they fill up.
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Parking needs to be addressed! It is way over due!
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Parking on frontage road is dangerous especially at night maybe better
lighting if cannot find a better parking solution
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Parking on the frontage road is fine. The widening of the road has made
it safe. Safety is not a concern. You should charge something for it.(I
realize it is a state maintained road, but it probably could be worked out.
In Chamonix area, let the street be used 7 days per week.
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Parking on weekends in the summer in town has become as bad or
worse than in the winter. Parking on frontage roads and walking on
them to town with kids is very dangerous
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Parking prices are still high.
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Parking prices seem fair. There needs to be more convenient parking.
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Parking should be built and people shuttled to the resort.
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Parking should be free all year for employees
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Parking structures are filthy and dated. Get VR to assist with new
parking and improvement. VR continues to increase visitor numbers and
push all parking and infrastructure to the TOV. Devise a long term
strategy with VR slowing any Town approval until a more
accommodative and cost sharing approach on any VR project increasing
business is in place.
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Parking to ski is our biggest complaint in Vail. The free parking options
on the outliers is very time-consuming and challenging especially with
children. The parking structures cost for locals can be prohibitive even
with a value pass. We love to ski Vail but parking is less than desirable.
Wish there was a better solution!
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Parking will always be a challenge. It seems that there have been more
days with Frontage Road overflow this year and previously, certainly
more days in the summer. I think this will get worse with our Epic
success. It's not convenient to walk from a car parked on the frontage
road to ski or attend an event. I like the idea of utilizing underused
parking spaces such as those at City Market.
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Parking, in Vail, continues to be an issues. Been a resident owner since
1999 and we've seen little or no improvements
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Parkinig on the frontage road is not the greatest solution. With all of the
amenities that Vail offers, the parking solutions offered are inadequate
and do not live up to the level expected at Vail. This is Vail's big
deficiency. Vail could fix it if they wanted to.
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Pedestrians crossing the frontage road on overflow days can be
dangerous for drivers and pedestrians. Perhaps more staff and traffic
control on those days
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People car in overflow before parking lots are fun - it is frustrating
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People complain about cost of parking in Vail - however it is cheaper
than Beaver Creek. I think the parking structures are managed very well.
I do get tired of the cars stuck out in the road in West Vail.
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people need to be cited for using 2 spaces
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Please do not charge for parking in the shoulder and summer seasons
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Please keep free summer parking
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Please keep summer parking free!
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Please keep the prices the same for next year.
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Please maintain free summer parking!! It encourages people to come to
the village. Vail is already very expensive and it is not necessary to bleed
guests of all their money.
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Please see previous comment on parking availability and ease of use -
under the section for Expectations of our new Town Council.
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Prices are very high. Many visitors complain.
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rates could be lower
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See above response.
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see above, makes no sense to me that on busy days those who show up
late get to park for free on the frontage road. can a deal be made with
CDOT to require purchasing parking vouchers that are placed in the
windshield for frontage road overflow parking?
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Seeing as how the parking structures have been paid off for years, prices
at least for locals could be lowered. Many parking spots are not
effectively used because the lines disappear after a month or so. I do
understand they paint them twice per year. Could they use something
like they do for the streets or highways and have them visible for the
whole season.
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Seriously, when are we going to let the parking employees ticket people
for parking like dicks in the structure? Space is so limited and we let
people get away with parking in two spaces. How much $$$ do we lose
in a year because there are people that cant figure out that they are in 2
spots? There is one young lady that works in your parking department
that has been especially helpful over the last few years. I think her name
is Kelsie. I havent seen her that much this season but she was always so
helpful and courteous.
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Should build a garage and feeder Gondi at ford field
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Should build an additional parking structure or add more parking spaces.
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Some of the card readers are too hard to reach. Also have had it spit
back card and blow away in wind. (Top of village structure). Also need
more enforcement of long trucks and vans. Or paint section for them
because often there is not required maneuvering space to leave spot if
neighboring spaces have exceptionally long vehicles.
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Someone is going to get hurt. People are walking in the middle of the
road and have not a clue on the traffic coming
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Sometimes West Vail gets messy, especially when there is snow, but the
improvements to construction are noticeable.
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staff is friendly --facilities clean --spaces a little too close --NOT ENOUGH
PARKING SPACES
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still a dangerous intersection where traffic is allowed to not stop coming
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uphill and traffic on main frontage road has to stop. Lots of confusion
from visitors. Needs to be redesigned intersection.
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Summer parking is crazy and the buses only run every 30 min to an hour
in East Vail. The parking garages fill up by mid-morning and then the
overflow parking fills up just as fast. So either you have to charge
parking in the summer or the buses have to run more frequently to
relieve the parking situation.
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Thanks for the free parking for under 2 hours. My family does like to
come into town for dinner and not having to pay for parking in that
window is very helpful, particularly for residents.
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The 2 hour free parking is great for shopping! 3 hours would be even
better!
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The booth attendant with the guitar is awesome. Always super friendly,
and if you're lucky, he'll play you a song!
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The capacity of the mountain has exceeded the capacity of the town (in
terms of parking). This issue will not change and will only get worse. I
better solution than frontage road parking needs to be found ASAP.
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The charges for public parking in the winter are excessive.
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The controversy of parking on the frontage road is senseless. Most
municipalities offer parallel parking of this kind. Unfortunately Vail does
not provide appropriate sidewalk locations and foot patrol to ensure
the safety of pedestrians and realistic ease for drivers.
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The expensive prices of parking are a turn off for people coming to Vail. I
don't understand why parking along North Frontage road in West Vail is
not a year-round, 7 day a week option with limited hours in the winter to
allow for the snowplow to clear the snow at night --other than vail
wanting people to go pay at the parking structures.
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The gaps in the pricing are too late. It goes from $10 to 25 very fast
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The garage is so dirty with puke and pee in corners. The parts that were
painted look better but overall it is gross. Bathrooms are good.
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The inability or unwillingness to add a new parking structure under Ford
Field seems like a lost opportunity to improve safety, gain additional
revenue and reduce the frontage road parking lot syndrome.
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The only time I use downtown is during the summer when the parking is
free. We ski Beaver Creek because the parking and busing are so much
better than Vail.
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The overflow frontage rd. parking is getting out of hand! Its 2 days now
every wk.
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The overflow parking is very convenient but VERY dangerous with skiers
running across the road to get where they want to go. This is especially
dangerous at night because you can't see them. It would be great if
they had a place to cross the road that was visible.
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The overflow parking situation on the frontage road MUST be addressed.
The problem seems to be getting worse each season. More off-street
parking must be made avaialble.
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The parking seems confusing to those visiting from out of town. I live
here and watch people regularly get tickets for parking on frontage road
when it's closed. I think a lot of this stems from the same people parking
on the road the day before when it was open, and them not realizing it's
not legal to do today because the structures aren't full. The signage is
confusing.
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The parking spaces are too small (i measured 7' 6' for a 'normal' spot in
Lionshead). Vehicles now are now jumbo sized, unfortunately.
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The parking structure needs some help. There is a white substance that
occasionally drips onto my car and is fairly difficult to get off. Takes a
little scrubbing but no damage. Parts of the garage look like they are
falling apart. Parts of the garage smell like urine. The lines are scrubbed
off by mid -winter then all the visitors park like yahoos and take up
spaces to park when they park in the middle of two spots because they
can't see the lines.
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The smell of marijuana has gotten increasingly bad over the last two
years. Also, it's frustrating to see cars taking up two, if not three spots in
the structures. Does Town of Vail ticket these people? It's gotten really
bad.
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The Town of Vail takes in a large amount of revenue from parking fees
each winter. While the upgrades to the Lionshead parking structure
were very positive, the fact remains that there's still not enough parking.
This is a TOV issue, not a business issue. The entire town benefits from
having more people visit Vail. The more the structures fill the more
direct revenue and tax revenue are generated for the town. The town
has made small improvements on the frontage road and secondary
locations outside of the village, but it's not enough. Where has all the
revenue over the years gone? It certainly has not been put back into
parking as there could have been additional parking/structures added
years ago. Until the town can explain and justify where these dollars
have been spent, they need to look in the mirror before blaming anyone
else for the parking woes.
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The towns plan to use the frontage road for a parking lot is messy at best
with pedestrians walking around in ski boots making for a dangerous
environment
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The value card is an option for condo owners in the village proper. It
would have made more sense to stick to the rule that the condo builders
provide parking for the units they are building and not opt out with cash
payment to TOV.
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The village parking structure wastes about 10% of total available spaces
only
as the paint has worn so badly that drivers don't have a clue where to
angle their car. I also feel (especially during high -seasons) that the free
parking should extend to 2.5 hrs as getting in and out for lunch is not
possible within 2 hrs during those times.
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There are no parking signs posted along some of the frontage roads so I
am never sure if I will get a ticket if I park there yet everyone else seems
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to be parking there.
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There is often ice in the public parking lots when you go to you car. Fully
understand how difficult that is to manage, but I've had some close calls
with wipe outs!
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There needs to be a better way to communicate to visitors what to do
when parking structures are full. Also, they need to be cleaner.
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There shouldn't be overflow on Frontage Rd. It's dangerous!
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This is not the parking department's fault, I am sure they get tons of
unhappy customers all day every day.... this is a town problem.
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This remains a huge issue and problem for our town.
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ticket cars parked in more than one space.
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TOV Should charge more for ski day parking, with perhaps a residents
getting a discount for only a few days per month & down valley not at
all, Take the BUS
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TOV should support a monorail to Eagle and DIA to ease all of these
concerns
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TOV structure smells like a urinal. Lionshead structure is well-
maintained.
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Town has done a good job widening roads and putting in bus stop on
both sides of the road in front of Safeway, greatly increased safety of
drivers. Need to push back parking on Frontage Rd where Chamiox
comes downs. I've seen cars not able to stop there. Slippery at times,
just extend it further down the road on either side.
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Town needs to enforce one vehicle per space in the structures and issue
tickets if not in compliance
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Usually have no need for parking services as I can take bus into village,
run my errands and take bus back home all for free, thank you very
much
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Vail fails by not offering the men and women who serve in the military
some sort of discount.
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Vail has a serious parking problem. You need to fix it. I know lot's of
people that avoid skiing in Vail and avoid the Sunday market because of
parking issues. You don't need a survey to know TOV has a serious
problem. Build another ramp ... now.
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Vail must do something about building more parking as the overflow on
the frontage road is a safety issue. Especially when all we talk about is
safety on the mountain
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Vail needs more parking structures
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Vail Resorts is not taking responsibility for the increase in parking needs
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We have only parked on the road once with everyone else on the 4th of
July & got a ticket.... I did not understand???????
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We need more parking (or fewer people I guess)
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We need to control summer parking I think their should be a cost to park
in the summers with the Epic Disovery and construction parking I think it
will be a problem
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We need to find a better coating for parking space ines. The are
completely erased early in the season, so people park badly and take up
extra spaces. Also, I never see badly parked cars ticketed/towed.
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We only use the parking facilities for special events and after 3pm. I am
concerned about the frequency and rate of the overflow parking along
the frontage road. Our townhouse is located directly on the south
frontage road and it is difficult to access the road at times. The overflow
parking makes a bad situation worse.
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We should have some 'cheaper' days for parking in the beginning of the
winter season. It would be nice to see some park for $5 Monday through
Thursday for the first few weeks to bring some people and business into
town, especially when the bus schedule is not full winter yet.
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We use the Vail buses
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We worry about parking on the frontage road. It is questionable that a
family with little kids can be safe to cross the street to come to town.
But what choice is there! It is a terrible problem which will only be
solved with more parking, but where? In Dallas, they have reclaimed
by covering the freeway. That might be a great idea for Vail in the
future. That is if some high powered real estate people don't build even
higher condos over it!
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When I use the structures, it's for very short term parking - never have
had to pay. We should keep free summer parking and winter short-
term parking. Don't know about winter fees, but nearest winter
competition is Beaver Creek with free managed and off-street overflow
parking and free point-to-point shuttle buses. Makes Vail fees and on -
street parking with long walks to slopes and town not look so good. I see
the signs for bus stops on the Frontage Road out to the east and hope
we run a shuttle bus any time overlow parking goes out to/past Ford
Park.
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When the frontage roads are full I think of prosperity, not congestion.
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Will it be another decade of discussion or can we invest in Vail's number
one problem?
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Will you wait until there is a death on the frontage road before you force
Vail Resorts to build a parking structure on their land?
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Winter parking in the trasportation center is unpredictable. With all the
mag chloride is damp,dirty and stinky. Frontage Road parking -
DANGEROUS....
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Winter parking is a zoo, the free summer parking is nice. The 'don't
drink and drive' parking policy is magnificent.
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Wish there was some kind of parking option closer to the mountain
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With the parking garages paid in full. I think the cost for locals parking
could be reduced. Lines in the garages need to be stripped better
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Would like to see even lower rates for residents; longer free parking
(perhaps extended to 3 or 4 hours; free after 2pm in the winter; etc.)
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you obviously don't drug test these folks
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Appreciate provision of wintertime Lions Ridge Loop bus service.
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Arrival time time at structure coinciding with work start times.
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Bus service seems to be doing a great service, myself and many use this.
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Don't use
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Due to parking on frontage road. Busses are sometimes overcrowded
when they get to my stop
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Easier to walk in town - Buses have become really crowed
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Extra buses has helped a tremendous amount. Thanks!! Before the Bald
Mountain pick-up very often get passed by, especially on busy/powder
days. But also to that point, many people will drive from Denver/Front
Range, find a place to park -- often illegally --- and take the free bus. Why
don't you implement a parking fee for parks/frontage roads, where
people would need to buy a pass and put in their car. Many places do
this and it would generate more income. Not talking about a high fee,
maybe $10, and shouldn't be that much to pay someone to 'make the
rounds'.
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Great service times, and ease.
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Guests who are staying with us use the Bus and seem happy with the
service.
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I appreciate the great service provided by the bus system and the bus
drivers. Keep up the good work!
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I could use it more if dogs were permitted, though of course I
understand why that is impossible. The Sandstone loops are great.
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I don't use the bus service.
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I really like the gps time signs that show when the next bus will arrive.
Lets people decide if they want to walk or wait for the bus.
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I use it at times during peak times or to return from skiing to East Vail.
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I use the bus more when the schedule runs more frequently. (less
during mud season)
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if parking wasn't expensive i would use my car more.
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It is the BEST!!!
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It would be nice if the winter bus schedule started a few weeks earlier.
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Its a reliable bus service and I like having the ability to use the free bus
system.
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Love our TOV bus services!
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Love the bus. We don't use it much.
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No
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No, I try to use it as much as I can in vail
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No.
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No ... we frequently have guests in East Vail that use the bus, more than
we use it, and their experience has been good
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No. Don't use the bus much in the summer/fall. Too infrequent.
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Not adequate during the early ski season. It should continue on full
schedule any time that the TOV is charging for parking. This seems like
an obvious choice.
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Not enough service in spring, summer and fall
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Some drivers could be more courteous
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Tell the drivers to slow down, obey all traffic laws
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The bus service is fantastic, We use it all winter. However in seasons
other than winter it only runs hourly. It would be great if when there are
events the bus could run more frequently though I realize this would
pose a staffing challenge. Love that you put extra busses on the route
when needed in the winter.
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The expanded bus service should start when Vail Resorts opens, not
weeks later.
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the main comment I have is that the town of Vail bus schedule needs to
change to the full Winter schedule the minute the town of Vail parking
structure goes to pay on the first day of the ski season.
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timeliness, crowding
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TOV bus service is terrific
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use during the winter daily
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Use the E Vail bus daily... great service during peak times but one hour
service in off season is inconvenient
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Very dependable
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We are very impressed and grateful for the bus service, especially during
the winter. TOV is on top of the winter ridership and adapts accordingly
to bring the guests to the village in a timely manner. We depend on the
bus service daily to get to work and to come for recreation. The fifteen -
minute interval for buses is crucial. Thanks. We are also impressed with
the quality of the bus drivers who are courteous, helpful and friendly at
all times and are conscientious in assisting the riders when needed.
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West Vail service is not easy with children and ski equipment. Also it is
time consuming.
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Yes, we like to park on the north frontage road west of the Shell station
but limited parking available Mon. to Thurs. It's too far uphill for us
seniors to walk back up the hill with gear after skiing. You should open
this section 7 days/week to make bus service more convenient to visitors
and particularly locals. Instead during the week we oftentimes drive
down valley to ski or have lunch. Lost sales tax revenue for Vail. I know
others do the same thing.
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as cost of parking goes up, busing becomes necessary
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Best system in the country.
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bus service has been great
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Bus service is great! I love sending my gun -ho guests out early .
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Busses can be packed so I tend not to use the service at the peak times
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Crowdedness make use difficult at times.
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Footing can be dangerous at time. Outside racks not available on most
buses.
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Frequency of stops.
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frontage roads parking fills up buses for neighborhoods
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I enjoy riding the bus. However, sometimes the busses are very
crowded.
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I find that as I get used to the altitude -- I walk more.
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I really like the bus service. But sometimes they are not well paced.
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I would really like to see every half hour bus service to the golf course
from 11 am to 2 pm.
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It is an easy way to access the ski lifts, restaurants, and shops.
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It is GREAT and very convenient
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It's a steep walk up the street from the nearest bus stop to our house.
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keep up the good work
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Love the bus and only when they get busy sometimes they have not
added an extra bus... Lighting at stops important, seem to pretty much
keep it clean but our bus stop at Boothfalls has a drainage issue for snow
melt and gets flooded.
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More frequency in winter? Would love it if the bus will go up Bald
Mountain Road in the winter -- it does have to be every bus, it could be
every other, as long as there is a schedule and the bus runs on schedule.
Would the city every work with the ski resorts to install overnight ski
lockers that charge reasonable rates to the masses?
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no
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Not as convenient early season and summer.
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Parking prices
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please allow leashed pets on the busses, would be nice to take bus to
village for lunch or dinner in summer and take old dog who is too old to
walk that far.
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Seems like if the slopes are open for skiing, the buses should run on the
winter schedule.
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The bus is a fabulous service and keeps the parking lot use down
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the bus is extremely convenient and we appreciate it's timeliness. we
will continue to take it, along with all of our guests.
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The bus stop at Booth Creek is far from my home. The bus station in Vail
is a fairly long walk to the ski resort.
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The drivers a re great and busses are dependable.
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The TOV bus service is a gem. No other resort or town has such
convenient, effective and actually pleasant service.
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They have been very close to estimated schedule which is nice. At peak
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times leaving main structure Sandstone bus can be very crowded but we
have always got everyone on with standing room.
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Too slow. Too crowded. Difficult to navigate with skis. too infrequent in
summer
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Use Uber more.
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We are on the Lions Ridge Loop bus and it is outrageous that this is only
once an hour service. It is time to increase this to twice an hour. I have
been driving in more due to the poor bus service.
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We prefer that the frequency of the Sandstone bus be increased in the
summer months. With service only scheduled for every other hour, it is
difficult to schedule trips into town and back.
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We use it all the time. It is great.
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Wish it ran more often before busy season.
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Would like more frequent and more stops on the red/green route. Every
20 minutes during peak hours and every 30 minutes in not peak hours.
More stops in heavily populated areas.
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Have not used the bus service
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How crowded the bus gets.
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No
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Shuttle bus is great!
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although there is room for improvement, thank God for a bus system to
make an outreach to Leadville to Gypsum.
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Answered in public works section.
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Bus system schedule is still difficult to read - no change in the past 4
years. Some busses go too fast in residential areas. Sometimes I have to
motion for them to slow down in the matterhorn to Ptarmigan stop
areas while I'm walking my dog.
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Buses are too crowded - need more service at peak times.
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during summer and shoulder seasons the bus is not frequent enough to
be practical
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Expand winter season schedules to match open/close of skiing.
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Great bus system and nice drivers.
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I use it to avoid parking structure fees on weekends or week day
business
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need more seats
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need to review schedules? Need more buses in afternoon in town! In
town drivers should not play music. Be more aware of incoming and out
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going guest questions.
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no
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No
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None. I use it when I need it and it's always good.
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Not always on time....
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The bus service is becoming increasingly crowded, but it is the only
option. While an upgrade to bigger buses would be great,
understandably probably too expensive at this time. I would start saving
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The bus service is fantastic. Everyone has been tremendous, helping me
in so many ways. I can't tell you how much I value the service that is
provided.
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The buses are very overcrowded this year. There have been multiple
times my husband and I have been left at the stop at our house... both
going to ski and going to work.
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The lack of service in November and middle of December. The
Sandstone Bus runs every 2 hours....
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The Sandstone line needs to run more frequently
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This current ski season (2015-2016) has seen a significant reduction in
the quality of bus services. Buses run late and at time do not appear at
all for a scheduled route. More importantly the new driving staff are
terrible. Frequently they are impolite, unclean and drive with a
disregard for passenger safety and comfort. I understand it has become
harder to fill job opening for Vail but the calibre of this season's new
hires is dismal. For year upon year Vail bus driving staff were friendly,
welcoming and helpful. This is a value set which now seems to be
missing in the Vail bus service staff. Secondly Vail needs to improve
the way in which busses approach stops. There are several reasons
people may not be aware of the location of their stop. Often busses are
packed with skiers and one can not see out the windows due to
excessive people, fogged windows, tourists uncertain of their location
and night time operation where streets with absolutely no lights and a
dark bus make it impossible to see outside. It would be a great asset if
the bus driver would announce the stop being approached. Finally
there have been many occasions and the end of a ski day where buses to
east and west Vail leave the transportation center with people packed in
like sardines. This is unacceptable! Not only is overloading a bus
dangerous and illegal, but it presents a poor image of Vail to anyone
using the bus service.
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Too infrequent
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Transportaion system is poor. I feel they are rude to people, and
sometimes do not stop at designated stops, and dont open the doors.
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Vail needs a lot like Beaver Creek where people can park for free - and
take a bus to the base of the mtn.
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Would appreciate a 20 -min turnaround on the Red and Green lines in
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Yes, parking structures are too expensive
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your bus drivers are dicks. Stop calling the cops when someone passes
out and wake them up and get them to their stop. Locals dont need a
public intoxication ticket because they took the bus instead of driving.
Thats the wrong direction.
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Do not use the bus service
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You need to allow pets on the buses and have them run on schedule
which they NEVER do and the digital boxes that say when the next one is
coming don't work either, what a waste of maoney
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1. 1 am at Golden Peak bus stop. when the route changes for events
there MUST be better signage to tell us where the stop has been moved.
2. Sometimes the buses stop for almost 10 minutes at Covered Bridge.
This makes me get out and walk unless the weather is very cold. Buses
need to run their route with just a brief stop at major points.
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Best transportation in Vail is the terrific free bus service.
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In the winter, I prefer the bus service be it comes every 15 min. It's just
easy. The route in East Vail is very efficient. But in the summer, neither
the bus nor the parking in the village are easy. The bus doesn't come as
often and the parking garages fill up so getting around town without a
car is difficult in the summer.
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It is the best service offered by the TOV. I purchase our home with the
expectation of using the bus as often as possible. The folks that make
the bus service work deserve a well deserved thank you.
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It would be nice if drivers would verbally announce EVERY upcoming
stop. A lot of people, especially when the bus is crowded and windows
are steamy, get confused.
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Love the bus service. The drivers are surly at best.
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My boyfriend and guests use the bus
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No bus service in our neighborhood.
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Not enough buses in east vail. Peak hours are pitfully over burdened.
The Bus drivers do a great job.
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Parking is a big problem on busy days. Would like to see more bus
service in off winter times (shoulder season and summer).
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Shuttle service is free. Parking during the daytime for skiing is
outrageously expensive.
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The bus system is very efficient. We use it all the time. Keep up the good
work.
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The East Vail bus has been full with no seats or standing room.
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The service to East Vail is too infrequent after 8 am. Consider extending
peak hours to 9 am. Also consider having non peak bus every 20
minutes rather than ever 30.
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The winter schedule on the East Vail route is excellent
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We use the buses in ski season
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Service (frequency) of bus routes should coincide w/ski mountain
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schedule.
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Every half hour seems not often enough during peak morning and
afternoon times, even with double busses.
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Go to full winter bus schedule as soon as TOV starts charging winter fees
in the parking structure.
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I choose not to use it much during winter just because the busses are so
full and sometimes people are unruly
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I don't know.
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It's very convenient for me, so I will likely continue to use it often. I do
wish it wasn't so'messy' in the late afternoon. By this I mean messy
passengers (usually seasonal employees enjoying apres-ski on a day off).
The loudness and language can be horrible, and I feel bad when guests
with children are riding the bus and subjected to the 'colorful' display. It
seems to be getting worse ever year. Not sure what a solution might be.
Maybe run an express shuttle straight to Matterhorn or Timberridge for
messy locals, and let guests ride the peaceful, slow line :)
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I've had too many negative experiences with younger bus -riders being
down right crude and disrespectful when I have my children on the bus.
I'd rather spend the $20 than try to explain why people use the 'f_k'
word so often, have a half smoked cigarette handing from their mouth,
or why they smell like skunks.
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no
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No its a great service!
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No.
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Schedule of the buses, I wish there was a little more flexibility in the
morning and after work hours during the off season but after the
mountain has opened for skiing.
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The bus does not have a line that goes up Buffehr Creek, and due to the
walk up the hill (^'1 mile) I am much less likely to take the bus. When I do
take the bus, I usually drive and park on the frontage road.
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The bus schedule is not as good as it used to be.
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The real-time timing is not accurate.
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I think TOV bus service is excellent. I utilized it more when I lived in East
Vail. I miss the convenience of it now that I live in EagleVail.
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Being at Booth Falls we are the last stop and many times bus is crammed
full for skiing and at times we cannot get on. I would like TOV to
consider running 2 buses to/from East Vail between say 9-11 am and 4-6
since if you miss a bus 1/2 hour wait is excessive.
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I purchased a condo in Lionshead years ago because access from across
highway (Potato Patch, Sandstone Dr., etc.) was difficult to the point of
being unacceptable.
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I've heard it can get a bit 'iffy' as it gets later at night. I have an 18 year
old daughter. Usually we make sure she and her friends are home by
ten to avoid her being hassled??
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Last season the Sandstone bus only ran every 2 hours till Dec 15(about)
change over. The Mt is open for skiing but to get in and out of town
made our trip very difficult and the reason we did not come out in Dec.
this year. Then I saw that our bus did go on winter sched earlier than last
year. We need the winter service as soon as the Mt. opens.
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Put full service on sooner in winter.
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Schedules
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The bus system is great
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Very convenient.
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Very crowded at peak times
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Very crowded at the beginning and end of the ski day.
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We live on Buffehr Creek road and there is no service - it should be
added
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frequency. During early ski season, the Sandstone bus was running
only
every 2 hrs which was not convenient. Perhaps it could work better to
run every hour instead
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I have children and need to have a vehicle available.
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It's very convenient, timely and FREE!
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Convenient, fun ride
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Convenient, the town should have a ' Bus Drivers Ball' and I will make a
contribution, they have earned it and are the best
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during the shoulder seasons it would be great if you would provide more
frequent service. In East Vail we would like to see a minimum of half
hour service. Also, it would be great if you could provide a bus
shelter/stop at the East end of Spruce Way.
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ease of use and regular frequency of bus timetable at Golden Peak
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Hospital employees begin work at 0700, Lion sridge/Sandstone do not
bring patrons back into Vail (VTC) until 0700. Unable to use public
transportation to go to work. It's unfortunate for locals who cannot park
at the hospital due to construction at VVMC.
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how infrequent the Spring bus schedule is! I get it, town is slow, but it's
still inconvienent
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I hate the secondhand smoke at the transportation center.
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I have parking in the village so I rarely use it. However I have my kids use
it when I can't drive them.
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I try to avoid the bus when I think it will be crowded. I really appreciate
the efforts to provide additional bus support to the Matterhorn bus stop.
That stop is usually very congested.
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I use it about the same as I always have - and I walk most of the time.
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I use the bus and it is okay.... I truly can't see the clientele of Vail riding
it. You want the uber rich to come ski here but then you want them to
ride a public bus system? Have you met these people? They don't ride
the bus.
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I use the bus service in the winter and am pleased with its frequency.
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Not so much in the summer, when it is not needed due to the availability
of free parking.
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I wish it would be easier to access the express bus schedule. Could this
be printed in the paper or have easier access on the website?
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In East Vail..... ski time and work time collide and sometimes staff are
unable to get on bus
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It was frustrating when I caught the West Vail Red line at Lionshead and
then realized it had changed to a Green line when we got to Vail
Transportation Center. I had done this same thing previously and the
route had not changed, so I was surprised when it did this time and
there was no announcement from the driver that the route would be
changing.
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no
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No. It's a great service given to our community
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no. seems good.
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Once the bus schedules are reduced... there's less interest in taking
them as the return trips might take too long as fewer buses on the road.
So buses not taken to begin with.
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Signs showing how long until next bus are terrific.
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Sold my vehicle. Very useful.
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The bus schedule needs to go into full winter schedule the moment we
charge for parking or the same day as the mountain opens for our guests
and for people coming in for the season to work.
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The one thing that is frustrating when using the bus to get to work is
when the bus is full and zooms by making you late for work. It doesn't
happen often but is frustrating when it does. It would be nice if the
drivers could see that you don't have all the equipment and could easily
squeeze in. It would also be nice if next bus showed the extra buses that
are sent out on busy days so I can tell if I should wait for the extra bus or
need to drive to work to make it on time that day. Also, it is really
frustrating when the bus is early. It doesn't seem to happen as much in
the winter but it does in the off season/late night/summers. I've missed
the bus because it has been as early a 6 minutes.
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The schedules should match when the mountain opens. It would make
it much more convenient for those of us who ride the bus. Also, the
busses to Ford Park in the summer are a great addition and should be
continued.
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The summer schedule is rough, and makes me utilize public transit less.
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Very easy, love using the bus service
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We do use the bus ... a great asset for Vail!
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West Vail Red and Green are always overfilled in peak season due to the
new parking on the north frontage road. This parking causes safety
concerns by passing motorists and also cloggs our busses with non tax
paying riders.
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Whether parking will be available when I get there.
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Bus driver friendliness/courtesy
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Ford Park is a BUS STOP and busses need to stop there, not just look to
see if someone is near the hut. Many times I have been passed by, I'm
short and if the driver is just 'looking' and I happen to be behind a van or
truck they cant see me and I get passed by.
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My pass for Lions head is only valid Monday thru Thursday. It should
include Non peak Friday's.
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no
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The attitude of the drivers is awful. New York City bus drivers are much
better. A recording of the next stop and what can be found at the next
stop is greatly needed.
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The bus schedule can be difficult to understand. Out of town guests ask
me questions and I have a hard time answering based on not completely
understanding the form.
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Timeliness
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Yes. I generally will ride earlier in the day so I don't run into possible
inebriants.
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As we walk 400 yds to the bus over a hill we tend to drive in when there
are more than one of us skiing. We're getting older so less mobile.
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could use more frequent service for the sandstone route especially in
early season
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Excellent
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I wish the Lionsridge Loop bus ran more frequently in Winter and at all in
Summer
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Love the bus!
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My only complaint is the Lionsridge Loop bus only runs once per hour in
winter and there is no service in the summer. I'd really like to see
winter service twice per hour at least between 8-10 and 3-5. Regarding
summer - some nominal service even if only 4x per day, morning mid-
day, evening, night.
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No
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No but some of the new drivers need training when there is a full bus
not to slam on their brakes and take corners so fast.
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Right outside our door. Bus comes often and kind bus drivers. Drivers do
wait to let approching cars from behind get ahead. They do also look to
see if people are running for the bus. It hasn't always been this way.
Please thank them for us!
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The bus past the golf course, after 10AM goes to the main bus station,
on it's return run, and not past Gold Peak. I'd really like it to go by Gold
Peak on all returns, all day.
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The nature Gestapo nature of the Vail police makes me use the bus.
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The only time I use the bus is in the winter. If I go into the Village during
skiing hours there's a parking fee and the garage is too full even if there
wasn't. So, we use the bus and don't drive. In the swing seasons &
summer we use the public garages all the time.
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The TOV buses have been of great value when the extended 3
generational family is here both winter and summer. Family members
can come and go as they please without worrying about driving or
parking.
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There are not enough buses to East Vail - even on the half hour would
help. My friends and I do not come over to the village for dining or
shopping as much due to the hourly bus service at times. This choice is
increasing. Also, in the winter the mess of the dripping ski equipment as
well as the safety (saw a baby in a stroller almost hit with a snowboard)
is not an improvement with the larger buses as they take up the space.
I know of two couples who decided not to buy in East Vail because of the
poor bus service. Also, some of the drivers are very rude. Twice I have
contacted the Transportation Dept. with no response.
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Use is very limited --mainly shuttle buses in center of town and buses
to/from Ford Park
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Why drive when there is a bus.
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Friendly drivers and helpful with providing directions to visitors.
only
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I do not utilize the town buses during peak times.
only
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All drivers are courteous & friendly
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Crowding.
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Do not like drop off during off season, expansion of free routes to eagle-
vail and down valley would decrease carbon footprint of commuters and
ease traffic issues.
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Don't ride bus
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I lived in vail for several years and used the bus system multiple times a
day. Most of vails bus drivers are great and it's an amazing (but
extremely necessary) service that we get to utilize. However, during
peak times of the season, I chose to walk several miles home from work
rather than subject myself to the craziness and cluster.
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It is not safe to walk to my bus stop and no place to park. I think
neighborhood parking places near bus stops such as Bald Mountain Rd
would work well. I would pay for some kind of identification tag to park
closer to home.
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Summit stage is free, echo is not. I would use it more if it was free. Not a
friendly dui preventative town.
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The buses always depart for he transportation center 6 minutes late!
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The golf course bus service is too limited to be useful for us.
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Usually I use TOV buses a lot in the winter, they are great! This winter I
just haven't as I was not on the snow as much as past years
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Winter schedule is more convenient.
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Don't ride the bus.
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Im not paying to park. At least not 25 dollars. III ride the bus if i go to vail
and park on n frontage.
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Frequency of bus to east vail in winter is awesome. Wish is was every 30
min in summer, though. Thank you!!
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Would always like them to run more often. Especially a 2:18 going
outbound from Golden Peak.
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no. a great resource
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Our condo is so centrally located that we don't use the bus much. We
only
walk or ride bikes everywhere.
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Bus drivers are the worst drivers on the road. Rude and speed, will cut
you off in a minute.
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Great service
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I love the bus!
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I prefer to walk any distance under a mile unless I'm running late for
something.
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Love the bus.
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More frequent Friday, Saturday & Sunday service in the summer would
greatly improve bus usage and cut down on car traffic and related
impacts. Currently, service is just too sporadic in the summer to be a
practical alternative for most guests and residents.
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My kids use the bus service and there are a lot of drunk people.
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Sometimes too slow. Would rather drive.
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The bus was my primary means of transportation this winter.
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The service is great ... on-time, quick, comfortable... a wonderful town
asset.
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to crowded in am
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I don't like brining children on the bus when it smells like weed at
10am!!!!
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Being a golden peak resident, the policy of the buses to stop for quite a
prolonged time at the parking structure stop is a nuisance. I gather it's a
matter of keeping the buses spread out or something, and sometimes
there's a bus ahead we can jump on. But this last week, it was snowing
and cold and we were tired but late - it was very annoying to sit and wait
to keep going to our stop.
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I always take the bus it is the ecological thing to do and convenient
enough, my one complaint is the cutback that has occured on the ECOT
services on the north Frontage road, making a much longer trip when
people in West Vail now have to take the extra time to go into Vail
Village to get a bus to downvalley most of the time. The few minutes
impact on the ECOT schedule is a poor trade-off for the loss to of
convience to folks in West Vail & yet every ECOT bus goes to the
Minturn Forest Service even though there is rarely a pick-up /drop off
except early in the AM
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Need to increased bus frequency earlier in winter season.
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the underpass construction and the potential of 100 of new residents in
the Chamonix parcel might need more service.
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Stops at ridge are too slow
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Vail, which is great, but sometimes it seems those buses aren't there
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when they're needed most. Also I've noticed some drivers stop very
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Bus stops are not announced by drivers. I have observed guests miss
their stop because they don't know where or when it is- in the grossly
under illuminated stop system. ALL STOPS SHOULD BE ANNOUNCED. The
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bus time schedule in the terminal did not work until into Dec. It is not
always current or correct.
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At times the bus from East Vail is so packed we couldn't possibly fit
another body in, and yet the bus drivers sometimes stop at each stop
instead of continuing on. Perhaps they need a message on the front of
the bus that says 'full' at times like these. I notice backup busses in East
Vail, which is great, but sometimes it seems those buses aren't there
when they're needed most. Also I've noticed some drivers stop very
smoothly and others very rigidly. When you're stuffed in with 100
people, this makes an already uncomfortable situation even more
unpleasant.
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At times, some of the drivers are not as courteous or aware as they
could be. We have had a few incidents of the door closing while a child
is trying to exit.
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BRAVO buses often packed to limits of being safe. Tottering people
toting chairs, bags, etc. bounce about like yo-yos while standing in aisles.
Stepping up into bus when burdened by lawn seating paraphernalia is a
challenge even for the reasonably fit.
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Bus drivers can get owly when u pass them if they r stopped. The
passengers have responsibility to check traffic. Cars can't b expected to
wait for every bus stop and passengers. There's enough room to pass.
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Bus service is excellent and dependability is reliant on many other
factors (traffic, construction, etc.)
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Bus service is outstanding
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Buses obviously overcrowded during busy peak times. Hard problem to
solve. We don't expect clean buses on the exterior during dirty snow
conditions on the road, but sometimes the windows are so dirty that the
only way for some passengers to find their bus stop is to look out the
nearest open door when the bus stops. Easy solution is for the bus
driver to announce each stop under such conditions. Locals know when
to get off but guests find it more difficult.
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Do not use bus system.
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Frequency of east vail bus in the off season should change. We should
be able to take the bus more often than every 2 hours. Sense of safety
on buses sometimes is more for the people taking the bus than any
other thing. East Vail bus is too crowded at night.. the 2 am bus is
impossible to get a seat.
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Great service in East Vail. maybe the best in the country
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great service --often too crowded in the morning and late afternoon
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I appreciate the bus service and most employees. The additional
overflow buses has made things much smoother over the past few
years. The buses should be cleaned more often.
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I appreciate the extra express buses at peak times. There has been only
one day when a bus has passed my stop, showing a Full sign, and not
picking me up.
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I don't ride busses late at night so can't comment on cleanliness and
safety in the early morning hours.
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I don't ride the bus late at night so cannot comment on safety issues
although I have heard that the night club crowd can be very disruptive
and unpleasant.
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I know that friends traveling into Vail, say the buses are just crammed in
the morning. Feel the drivers hands are tied. Cannot pass up locals
needing to get to work. Consider putting one more bus on for the two
early runs. Driver do a great job!
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I think the town bus system is a real gem. Love it!
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I would like to see the Green and Red buses every 20mins during peak
times Le from 8-10.30 and from 3.30 - 6pm.
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I would ride the East Vail bus during the summer and off peak times if it
was more frequent, but because of its lack of frequency I drive more
than I would prefer
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If there was more frequent outlying service that could be coordinated
with ECO I might consider using the bus more often.
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in general the town of Vail busses are wonderful.
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Increase outlying bus service in off seasons please
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I've noticed a couple of grumpy drives this year, as opposed to most
before being very friendly.
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Living in Matterhorn, the bus is very crowded due to Donovan parking.
TOV often has two buses come but it is difficult with kids, skis etc.
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Multiple times I'm at the bus door and driver just pulls away
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NA
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Need more frequency of service to outlying areas in spring, summer and
fall
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Nice work adding busses during crowded times - this is a necessary
service if you expect us to use the bus! Thanks.
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No
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On accasion have noticed roudy people on bus. Negatively effects
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experience for all riders. Not good!
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On occasion there should be additional buses leaving the parking
structure at 2am. For example during the Burton US open we missed
the last bus and were stranded along with about 100 other people...
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Outlaying service should start an hour earlier year round and don't
reduce the busses in the off season and winter - some of us still have to
work and that schedule can make us go to work over an hour early
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see above
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some bus drivers need to be a little more friendly.
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sometimes in town seems drivers are frustrated by pedestrians and
drive too close and too fast to make a point. A few drivers used to
dislike bikes in summer and buzz them in past but this year ok
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The buses who turn from Meadow Dr onto Main Gore Dr frequently pull
out in front of cars on Main Gore Dr. When coming down the hill on
Main Gore when road is snow packed and icy it's very hard to stop for
them. They should be more careful at that stop street. Also the bus stop
at the corner of Main Gore and Juniper is very dangerous as passengers
waiting for the bus stand out in the street as there is not much room for
them to wait off the road. It just seems like a bad place for a bus stop.
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The TOV bus drivers are not friendly!!! This is such a change from the
past few years. I rode the TOV bus many times this winter ( in Vail)
and they NEVER announced the stops like they have in the past few
years. Many visitors have no idea where to get off and the
announcements of the stops always helped. Many visitors don't know
that we have an Ice Arena and an outstanding Library. Pleas bring back
the fun, informative drivers. I'd like to be a 'secret shopper' on the
buses. The good ones need to be recognized and get rid of the other
ones with attitude. I think this is a huge problem in the TOV. We
need FRIENDLY drivers! The mean drivers can drive the 2am drunk
buses!
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TOV in -town shuttle should extend to Cascade.
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Very dependable service
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Why don't we have outside racks for ski/snowboards?
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Winter mornings can get very corwded.
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Wish sandstone was more frequent in the summer, every 2 hrs is brutal
(weekend specific compliant)
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I was very impressed when a bus driver helped find a lost child and
communicated immediately with other bus drivers ... he knew exactly
what to do.
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Rude bus drivers seem to be more common these days. When you greet
the bus driver, it seems like it is a burden for them just to reply.
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the estimated time for intown bus as showing on the digital screen by
bus stop is never accurate .
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The time display for when the next bus is to arrive isn't accurate.
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A few more buses at peak times on Sandstone route would be nice but
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see above comment - it seems to be working.
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Actually the bus service is extraordinary when you think about it
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dont use buses
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good bus service
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Good job in providing extra busses on the West Vail Red and Green
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I appreciate the added buses on busy days because I am one of the last
stops before the VTC.
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I appreciate the extra bus that is put on (usually Matterhorn) when
there is a lot of demand. The bus I get on is Meadow Creek and it is
often full because of people who park on the frontage road near
Safeway and get on the red bus. But generally there is room. Most of the
buses seem to be like the in -town buses which have a lot of standing
room. I would prefer to have the one's with more seats. It is very
difficult to stand and hold ski's on the bus.
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I really like the signage in town that tells when the next bus is coming.
That is very useful
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I use the East Vail bus frequently. they should call out the names of the
upcoming stops. Sometimes you can't see out the windows, or at night,
and are not sure where you are.
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I very much appreciate that you can add buses during high volume
times. I have to stand sometimes, but very often there are seats
available and added buses. Thank you for doing an outstanding job!!
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In general, the East Vail bus is wonderful. It does seem a bit more
crowded this ski season than in prior years, but it seems that extra buses
are added when it's really bad.
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In the off season and Summer, the Sandstone bus only goes every 2
hours. This should at least be once an hour for people to want to use it
on a regular basis. It seems like many of the other routes are more
often. Why is that??
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It is always inconvenient during the shoulder seasons when bus service
only runs once an hour. It would be nice if the outlaying bus services
were at least extended to include every 1/2 hour.
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Lights inside some buses need to be fixed
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Many renters are coming into the area and are disrespectful of the bus
rules, bus patrons and the bus drivers. The drivers should be given the
authority to enforce the rules.
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More buses and more frequent service is always a good thing on the
East Vail route.
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Need more east vail times at start of season. Waiting until December
does not encourage lodging options in east vail and is very inconvenient
especially with the large time gap from 1100 to 130 or so.
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No
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no, thank you
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Overall the system is well run and think it is an asset to our guests and
residents.
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Racks on the outside of all buses would be helpful they get so crowded!
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Red and Green lines are always on schedule
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schedule shift from summer to winter should start on the Saturday of
the weekend rather than the following Monday. Very good handling of
extra crowded days, sending extra buses etc. need extra intown buses
on big event days, like go pro summer games
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See comments above. More frequency would be great.
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some drivers are great some not.
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The frequency of bus service drops during the summer in East Vail - the
bus needs to come more often in the summer - especially July and
August.
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The Golf Course bus wait can be a little long. But there really aren't
enough users to justify another bus.
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The outlying service is great when it's frequent, and not so much when
it's not and the parking and biking is free.
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This is a great service!
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Those answers depend on the season and the questions should be
tailored to ski, summer, and shoulder seasons
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Very annoying music playing on the buses frequently. One person's
music is another person's noise.
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We need a shuttle bus that serves Buffehr Creek!
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We ride the East Vail route, and service is amazing. In crowded times the
backup/extra buses are implemented and to be honest It works
flawlessly.
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while I am on the TOV Bus route I have not taken it as I have normally
driven
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I don't take the bus enough to really comment. Some of the drivers are
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great and friendly, some don't say much or seem into it, however
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everyone can have a bad day and I am sure overall they are fine. I just
don't ride enough to judge
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Seems like there needs to be more buses during peak hours. Would love
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to see a stop added on Lions Ridge Loop between the west end of Savoy
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Villas and the east end of Timber Ridge.
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I do wish bus drivers would be a bit friendlier and especially announce
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stops as they approach.
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It would always be nice to have a bus stop closer to our place, we walk
about 3 blocks.
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Bus drivers have been beyond just courteous. The are truly fantastic.
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Buses are filthy. They should be washed daily inside and out
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Can't use bus often because dogs are not allowed
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I think that the in -town buses are very difficult to get in and out of. It is
a gigantic step up to get into the buses and an even bigger step down to
get off - especially for people with joint problems. I know that the open
concept gets more people on the bus but sometimes people need to sit
down.
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Inbound red line always reeks of pot and alcohol. I avoid it when able.
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Outlying vail bus routes should offer service starting at 5:00 am
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some bus drivers are very good and some are very bad
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some drivers are great! But others??
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Some of the newer drivers drive way too fast in the
neighborhoods ... People are walking the streets, and walking their dogs...
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The bus service is great!
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The most frustrating thing about the buses is that we start work when
the mountain opens in November and bus service is hourly until well
into December. Difficult to get to work on a timely basis. I have not had
a bus driver ever speak to me or greet me.
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To add to my comments above drivers also needs to take better control
of their busses. I have frequently been on busses this season with
season staff and tourists speaking loudly and using foul language. It
should be the responsibility of the driver to ensure all passengers are
comfortable on a bus.
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Way nicer than Chicago and Detroit public transportation, I can tell you
that! We have a wonderful bus service here, very thankful for that.
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We still need buses to east vail on a regular basis in the summer. The
gaps in service is unacceptable. PEOPLE STILL LIVE HERE IN THE
SUMMER!
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Why is there no Wi-Fi on all the buses?
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boyfriend uses the bus and likes it and knows all of the drivers who have
been great (in his words)
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Bus service to East Vail is very good.
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Crowding on the buses are pretty bad at certain times in the morning
and afternoons. To the point where you cannot get on the bus after a
specific stop in the route and people are declined to board. That's not
good service and the logistics of the bus frequency needs to be
examined. No one should be denied access to the bus be of
overcrowding.
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East Vail bus is late very frequently.
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I gave the 'Level of crowding on buses' a 2 simply because there are
times during ski season that the buses are jammed packed. This tells me
they need more buses to pick people up.
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I like the bus service. Mostly I walk the village, but I use the bus to get
to Lionshead and have never had any problems.
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Just terrific!
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see comments in last box
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The Lionsridge Loop has hourly service and Sandstone gets three buses
an hour. ANd off season we have no bus service.
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The service to East Vail is too infrequent after 8 am. Consider extending
peak hours to 9 am. Also consider having non peak bus every 20
minutes rather than ever 30.
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Winter frequency good, summer and shoulder season bad.
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At my bus -stop, (Vail Commons), the Green bus is always standing -room
only
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Don't use bus much, but when I do the bus service is great!
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i avoid in town buses during the busiest times of winter
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I don 't take the bus.
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I had one incidence where a town bus driver cut me off in a traffic circle
going much faster than they should have. I had the right of way.
However, this was only one incidence.
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I would use the bus more if the routes were extended to my
neighborhood in west Vail.
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It seems that this service and other services cater to the core of vail.
There should definitely be an BUS ENCLOSURE at the Spruce Creek stop
as it currently presents a danger to families and children. This should be
prioritized ASAP. The buses at off season to west vail are rarely on
schedule.
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Of course on a powder day the West Vail Green into Vail Village is
crowded but that goes with the territory.
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See above. When the mountain opens, people need the frequency of
the full winter schedule.
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See comments above. How can we improve the experience for guests
using the outlying buses?
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the bus drivers are wonderful its really just some of the people on the
bus
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In -town shuttle bus service intervals seem much less consistent this
season than over the past fifteen years. The bus -stop time predictions
have become unreliable. Five minutes will probably actually be ten -
especially when it's cold.
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Love the bus service. We use it exclusively during ski season, and often
the rest of the year. Glad that there are bike racks.
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See above comments on crowding/availability of buses.
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The in town shuttles seem more crowded to me in the last couple years.
To the point that exiting at stops is more of a drill and delays the bus in
total.
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almost all bus drivers are great, but there are a few exceptions.
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As a Wildridge resident, we really have zero options for transportation
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to Vail (except for private car, of course)
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ALWAYS enjoy the bus, especially the drivers who seem to thoroughly
enjoy helping riders as part of their job.
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See a lot of empty buses
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Buses are usually on time and not too crowded. Most drivers are
friendly and helpful.
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Need more frequent buses on red and green route during peak times -
every 20 minutes, not every 30 minutes. every half hour for off peak
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Again, it would be great if you could put a covered bus stop at the east
end of Spruce Way. This is a very dark stop in the winter and seems
pretty dangerous at night. A shelter would help ..... It would be pretty
easy, just place a culvert and in fill around it, pack it down and then
place the covered bus stop there.
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All the bus drivers that service East Vail have been very courteous and
patient.
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Bus are great and very convenient times
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Bus is a great asset for the Vail community and its guests. We use the
bus or walk into town from the Sandstone area...
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Buses to/from Eagle can be difficult and infrequent.
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Friendliest bus drivers ever experienced.
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Have you ridden the Red at 4 p.m.? It's beyond packed. It is actually
something you have to train yourself to do... calmly be packed in with
that many other people. The 2nd bus helps, but sometimes even it is
packed.
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I beat the in -town shuttle by walking nearly every time. Otherwise, I
might hop on. But it's fine. I like walking.
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I don't ride the town bus
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I love the commentary of the bus driver with the Cabella's hat, he makes
sure to get a smile from everyone!
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I take the bus to and from work each day - LOVE this service and my
drivers (Jean, Nemieus?, and John)
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I think the free bus routes are the best services that Town of Vail offers.
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I would like to see more frequent service to the Golf Course but
understand the route is probably underutilized.
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In the summer, the East Vail bus should run every half hour, not every
hour. Tourists complain about it all the time. The winter overcrowding
of buses is better but still needs work. Bus drivers ignore anyone being
loud and drunk, so the rest of us have to put up with them - one reason I
now drive.
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Love the fact that bus stops display time of next arrival.
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Lucky to have this survey.
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no
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Peak hours buses have driven by with no other buses in site.
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Sorry, don' ride it enough to feel I can comment
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The bus schedule needs to go into full winter schedule the same day
that we charge for parking or the same day as the mountain opens for
our guests and for people coming in for the season to work. The lag time
in the early season makes it hard to new people to get around town and
limits the time people spend in town.
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The bus system in town is amazing, it's part of what makes Vail great.
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The bus -riding experience is excellent. Availability of extra buses during
rush hour in the winter is excellent.
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The drunks can be very obnoxious, but I understand that they need to
be on the bus instead of driving.
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The green westbound after the mountain closes gets unsafe with how
many people ride it.
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The late night buses do not feel safe all the time for women who are
alone.
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The long time bus drivers could not be any more unfriendly. Bus drivers
act as though the people on their bus are an inconvenience and seem
pissed off most of the time. The only reason they keep driving is because
you can fire them.
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They are almost always on time, which is unheard of in public
transportation. Its great!
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They do allow too many on sometimes, especially on in town busses
during peak times. That's a major safety issue.
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vast majority of in town bus drivers are inconsistent and/or not
announcing bus stops. it should be job mandatory for in town bus
drivers to use load speakers to announce bus stops - our town guests
deserve this level of service. the management of the in town bus service
requires significantly more quality control. management needs to get of
their butts and ride the bus.
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West Vail Express Afternoon bus should make its turn around point at
the Chamonix stop, and not the West Vail grocery stores. Is it really that
much more $ to go the distance west of the north side west vail
roundabout to the Chamonix stop?
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don't use the bus
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Have not used the bus system for the last few years but, its nice to know
it's available if I do need it
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I don't use the bus as much as I used to but, it is nice to know that it is
available.
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I would like to see more regular service to east vail / Vail Mountain
School during the school year to ease with their parking situation.
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The bus drivers have been disengaged and unfriendly at many times this
winter.
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The drivers should realize that most people don't know where they are
going. The recordings should be welcoming and informative.
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The west vail bus on the north side needs to be more frequent,
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there are one or two bus drivers that could be a lot more courteous, but
I'm sure you know who they are.
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Bus Driver courtesy is uneven. Some drivers will see you running for a
night bus at Golden Peak and wait and others will drive off. Too much
waiting time at Transportation stop going toward Golden peak.
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Great free service for residence and visitors..
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I just get irritated when they only run every 2 hours in Sandstone during
early season.
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Its a great community benefit and really makes it easy to live in Vail.
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Love those buses
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New visitors notice the bus and driver situation and are very unfavorably
impressed.
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Nice free amenity to town that is thought to be very expensive
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schedule of Lionsridge loop and Sandstone loop should be addressed.
They overlap too closel
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Thank you!
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The bus forgot to stop at Matterhorn one day and I got a hold of a
supervisor and he was very apologetic and even met us at the stop when
the next scheduled bus came and apologized again.
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The bus past the golf course, after 10AM goes to the main bus station,
on it's return run, and not past Gold Peak. I'd really like it to go by Gold
Peak on all returns, all day.
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The bus service is great!
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The in -town shuttle seems to be running less frequently and, as a result,
the buses can be very crowded.
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The schedule of the Lionsridge Loop bus should be modified to be more
staggered with the Sandstone buses
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We rely on the Lionsridge Loop bus. Full stop. If the service ever was
made more infrequent we would likely sell our home. We don't like to
drive and find the bus service to be an Eco -friendly asset. Keep investing
in it! Key Town of Vail asset we highly value.
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The atmosphere is more regarding the out of town travelers... not the
only
drivers!
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love the bus service
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Added buses during peak season was appreciated.
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As busses in Vail have grown larger the drivers are less engaged. The
abuse of passengers to each other goes unchecked, and the frequency
of excess profanity is a turn off to people of all ages.
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Bus drivers need to slow down and respect 15mph on meadow dr. Also,
they need to obey the stop sign at meadow dr and vail road and wait
their turn, rather than pulling out in front of others.
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do not use
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Free bussing from Avon to vail would be great.
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Golf Course service is too limited to be useful for us.
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the only problems I have with the bus is if it's to crowded during
holidays I never know if there is a second bus coming and I might be late
for work. Also, not that I take it often, but the 2am bus leaves hastily
and I have had to take a cab.
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Why not just run on time!!!?
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Bus crowding would go down if more locals could afford to park in vail
structures.
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Spend too much money on bus service. Need to charge to ride the bus.
It should not be free. Cost too much to be free. It isn't right that you
invade my privacy with all the camera's you have on the buses.
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Part-time
Better enforcement of obviously drunk patron on late night bus service.
Open
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Most of the drivers are really pleasant. And decent drivers.
Open
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You should split this question into winter vs summer.
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employees have a tough time in the off season. Maybe vans could run a
business
couple late routes
only
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Year-round
Bus drivers tend to be jerks. There are definitely a few that are kind
enough to help me loading or unloading my stroller, but most will not
even acknowledge you.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
bus system is great!
Open
Don't know
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Drivers are rude and bad drivers
Open
Don't know
Year-round
During peak seasons two buses are sent at high usage times- very nice
service.
Open
Don't know
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Having a bus every 30 minutes during non peak times is too infrequent
for locals
Open
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Year-round
I use the bus to get to work in lionshead every morning from vail village
after I get off the east vail bus. Almost every morning the buses do not
line up and I end up having to walk. I often find myself running for the in
town bus, but have had moments where the bus driver drives right by
and doesn't stop even for a second at the stop to allow me to catch the
bus. I am very frustrated with this.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I would like to say that I am happy with the bus drivers in Vail. I would
like to give a special kuddos to the bus driver Buck, who was on the
LionsRidge Loop route. That was not my route, but while I was waiting
for my bus at the Sandstone school Buck would always stop, open up his
doors and make sure to get a thumbs up that everything was OK. As a
female waiting at night after dark, alone, I appreciate greatly the focus
on safety!
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Year-round
Late nights are jammed.
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Most of the bus drivers are absolutely great - courteous, helpful, etc.
Open
Don't know
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Thanks for such great in town bus service!
Open
Don't know
Year-round
The bus during the day is great, especially when they run a second
backup bus behind the main bus in case it gets too full. At night it gets
far too rowdy from time to time, mostly during large events in Vail
Village. I would like a stronger enforcement of the rules during the late
night 'drunk busses' to make it a decent ride for those of us getting off
work late at night.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
The smell of marijuana in every bus is not acceptable.
Open
Don't know
Work only
In town bus tried to block/ram a car which appeared to only be pulling
into their own driveway. I'm assuming the bus driver thought it was
someone cutting through the bus route. Doesn't seem like the greatest
idea with a bus full of people.
Open
Don't know
Work only
Some drivers are amazing, others don't seem to like their jobs!
Open
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I'd like to see more than 1 bus per hour in East Vail during summer
months.
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so occasionally the busses are crowded, people should just get friendly
and make room. The addition of the buses to fill the AM & PM crunches
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in the outlying areas as needed has been a great improvement over time
there is a very occasional grumpy driver, but rarely instead the drivers
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are usually a great ambassador for the time, especially those who have
been here for awhile, friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, now oif only the
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clock board would work better
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Very crowded between 3 and 4:45. Sometimes cannot get on in town
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bus at that time. Excellent rest of day. Most drivers excellent
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sometimes a few are very grouchy!
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Additional buses and police presence is needed during some events due
to the large intoxicated crowds.
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Better selection and variety of adult beverages at events would be nice -
in particular the beer selections could use a lot of improvement.
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Bravo incredible! Farmers market is a great event to see people, but I
hardly ever buy anything, as the prices are very high.
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Bring back bud light series type concerts! Don't focus on big acts. Solaris
stage for championships was much more enjoyable.
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Crowd control good
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Did not seem like there were as many as in years past.
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Events are an economic driver. The town should look to balance quantity
vs. quality of events
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Events are generally positive for the TOV- we should have something
special going every weekend in the ski season. Unfortunately, they also
tend to bring the hard drinking crowd to the house across the street.
These college age kids tend to be very loud well into the early morning
hours.
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Events bring vitality
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For the most part, we avoid the Village at concert time. We have learned
how to counterprogram our time in the Village to avoid crowds.
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I enjoy the events and appreciate the business and vitality that they
bring to the Town.
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I enjoy the free concerts in Solaris. Love the burton open
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I have really enjoyed some of the events; Bluegrass series, Go pro games
too crowded, farmers market nice.
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I like the events, however, I do not think the TOV should subsidize the
events.
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I think the venue for concerts (Spring Back to Vail, Burton US Open,
Snowdaze) in Vail needs to change. Obviously, Solaris Plaza isn't big
enough. Ford Park would be a better choice. Other than that, town
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events have been very good & fun!
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I would like to see more multi day events occurring within the TOV.
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I would like to see some events become self supportive to make it
possible for new events to receive funding.
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Love the mtn games!
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More variety is good
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need more
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nice job in creating opportunities for local residence and tourists alike...
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No
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on of the biggest mistakes vail made was to lose world cup ski racing to
beaver creek because we 'needed' a private club in the finish area.
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Please don't give out free cigars when there is concerts going on at
Solaris.
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Rock concerts aren't in keeping with the higher overall quality of Vail and
TOV Vail events.
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Stop the VIP seating in lionshead for the summer concerts, it is right in
front and awkward. Kids/people can't dance and engage and fully
experience the concerts when there are tables in the front and ropes. It
creates a divided atmosphere. Families often stand by the bathrooms so
that kids can dance and see the instruments. It is a really small venue -
please keep it open for everyone to enjoy! Love the concerts though.
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The noise level after 10 PM needs to be lower.
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The 4th of July parade is great. Everything else is less great.
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The Bravo concerts and the Jazz series seems to bring a lot of people in
during the summer. Also the Farmer's Market and Gourmet on Gore
seem to be popular. Burton Championship has been popular with guests.
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The concerts at Solaris are great.
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The pot smoking in public, and underage drinking should be more
restricted and stopped.
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the town needs to work out its policy on marijuana at events. generally
these are great family events and encourage people to come to Vail. will
the town ever enforce these rules?
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There are too many, and there are far too many that are not top-of-the-
line. We work so hard to ensure that our
buildings/landscaping/signage/permanent improvements are all truly
first rate, then we put them behind 10x10 tents that are often tired, sort
of dirty, general festival -going items, a number of weeks a year. A line of
white festival tents is not automatically a 'special event,' and doesn't
make us seem more special than Breckenridge, or Cherry Creek or
Glenwood Springs, or Mlnturn or Edwards or Silverthorne or
Georgetown, where you can see those same white tents filled with
similar vendors selling food and small items and crafts pretty much every
warm weekend. In truly off times, fine. But there is proliferation, and
the 'events' seem to be becoming just another opportunity for event
organizers to take in just enough money to meet their profit projections,
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not to organize a special experience. Also, the set-up and breakdown
times really really adversely impact the pedestrian experience. If there is
only one change considered, I'd ask that it be that event participants
know that they cannot load in and load out at liesure. Each 10x10 tent
has, at a minimum, one large truck trip in addition to the tent space.
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Though the Burton US Open brings a necessary diversity to the Vail
event lineup which I appreciate, the Saturday night concert crowd was a
drawback. We just became a party destination that had little to do with
snowboarding.
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to much pot smoking at concerts is a concern
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Too many concerts the attract a drug culture following.
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Too many events, too many overlapping each other!
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We don't do a large of amount of going to these experiences. We do
attend many Bravo presentations and are very happy with these events.
I am beginning to think there are too many concerts, too many sports
events, etc. This is a community of people who live here and want
peaceful times also.
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We have enough events in town. Lets continue to grow the good ones.
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Events are the year-round lifeblood of Vail.
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No
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Please keep supporting events. Events are what makes Vail stand out
form the crowd.
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4th of July is spectacular! love the Farmers Market
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Big concerts should go back to Ford Park. Solaris is too small.
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Crowd management - especially on Mountain crowd Management
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don't like the Burton crowd.
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enjoyed last summer's blue grass evenings
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Expansion of the Bravo festival by one week is step in right direction to
making it ALL summer
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Great mix. Seem to run well.
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I believe it is an economic driver and very important to the town
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I love the events !
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I love the variety of events!! As time progresses, we will be spending
more of our time in Vail. We will take a more active role in attending
events.
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I stay away from them --hurts my ears
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I think the free concerts are great. And, I love the big events that come
to town: Burton Open, Go -Pro Games, Pro -Bike Tour, Beer and Wine
Festivals, Bravo, of course! Pink Vail Vail Symposium. TEDxVail
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In the view of my friends, Vail is the top of the heap in events and town.
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Keep'em coming!
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Keep them green - the recycling and use of compostable cups, etc is
really good
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Love attending all of them they make owning a home in vail so much
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more enjoyable for our family.
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Love Ford Park concerts
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Love the concerts in town
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No
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no, thank you
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Not sure where to get the information in advance at lease two months
so that I could schedule a trip to Vail if I am aware of the event. Some on
line marketing to part- time residents would be helpful.
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Parking is the issue. Even if you arrive 15-30 minutes early to a Vail
Village event, the garage is full and you are sent to Lions Head which is
an inconvenience and take a lot more time.
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Some of the events cause a great deal of congestion and bring in an
undesirable crowd. The town fills up with zillions of kids who are not
staying/ eating in Vail anyway. I don't see the value in that. I think the
farmers market is fantastic and enjoy events like Taste of Vail and
Oktoberfest.
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Sometimes the spring concerts bring a lot of noise especially after the
concert is over
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Summer Dance Festival is wonderful.
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They seem to be mostly excuses for large numbers of young people to
gather and drink.
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We actively promote the public events to our friends. Who doesn't like
'free' stuff? When Vail does it, it's free and quality! I believe the Town
earns it back through tourism, business taxes, and increasing property
value.
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We applaud the growth of events
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We are fortunate to have such diversity in events. Ford Amph and
programs there wonderful. Lots of public parks that offer other
opportunities. Donovan Pavilion a big plus.
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We have not been to very many since buying our home in 2005.
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We love the festivals and activities.
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We need a better indoor music venue
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We really enjoy the summer farmers market and the Spring Back to Vail
activities, especially the Lamb Cook Off.
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We were disappointed when attending some of the summer free
concerts regarding the behavior of some of the young adults who
seemed to have had too much to drink.
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When larger events are at Solaris, the streets are too congested to get
around. They were better at Ford Park where there was more room.
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Most of the events are great, however I could definitely do without the
business
Burton Snowboard Events. I may be alone in this, however owning a high
only
end art gallery in this town, this is definitely NOT my crowd.
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We love the 4th of July celebration.
business
only
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Depends on ;your genre preferences. I think TOV does a good job with
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security, etc.
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Events are great to spur activity and atmosphere. I appreciate the
only
commitment from the town to help drive events.
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Great events throughout the year
only
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Love Bravo Vail-- especially the outdoor concerts at the Betty Ford
only
Amphitheater.
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as a taxpayer why am I paying to provide entertainment to people who
are not returning value to the town
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Can Vail please invest money in better bands for some events. Even if a
small ticket fee was charged for this improved entertainment quality.
Also smoking at events needs to be better regulated and enforced.
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Concerts, Burton race, youth events brings lots of trash and drinking that
is unacceptable.
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I really object to rock concerts or concerts in general being held in front
of Solaris building.
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I would think they might to re-evaluate the concerts that you bring here
and the crowds they attract
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LIMIT THE NUMBER AND OF QUALITY
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Love the smaller events. I see many of the big events putting drunks on
the road
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Many of the events do not benefit the town economically. Huge crowds
for some events causing stress on our infrastructure especially parking
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Need more interesting events - too many sporting events
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No
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Often have more than one event at the same time. Seems to cater to
20 -somethings. Create big parking problems. Makes it hard to just go
into town for a drink or dinner.
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Only Bravo and Farmer's Market are positive; doubling up events causes
overcrowding
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Overcrowding of town bringing in the wrong crowd of people who don't
want to spend money
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quantity over quality is not necessarily a good thing
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See earlier comments - tired of the drunk and high visitors wandering
streets/at concerts for Burton Daze
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seems the crowds you are bringing in some times create a negative
impact. The concerts are too crowded. Too many drugs and smoking!
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To many events.
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Too many events, and a lot of repetition of themes and acts during Vail's
showcase 'events' like Snow Daze, Spring back to Vail, and Burton Open.
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too much public drinking and pot
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Vail is the event. Spend less money
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Way too crowded for certain events and concerts
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Way too many concerts and festivals that appeal to the crowds of very
limited means. The word FREE should never be used. If you can't afford
to contribute, why as a tax payer should I be providing these services.
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Way too many. Just seems like the businesses want more and more
money. Little regard for the tranquility of the full time citizens.
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Whenever any kind of bike race occurs, it makes usage of South
Frontage Road very difficult. I live directly on that road so I can't exactly
take a different way, perhaps inform bikers to not take up the entire
width of the road so that vehicles can at least pass.
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Work only
Too loud, drug use attracts the wrong crowd
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As weekenders, we are disadvantaged in buying tickets for the 4th of
July concert
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Creates overcrowding in the village
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Events are driving a ton of Front Range day traffic with limited benefit to
the community.
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Events have gotten less frequent and shorter.
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Events should be non-smoking. The problem of smoke has gotten worse
with the legalization of pot.
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I like ballet and symphony. don't like Burton. You can't even get
through town to the restaurants . Kids left Solaris area filthy. Do not like
concerts in town,
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Only thing I'd change, in everything from dance to music to symposium,
is having even more. They all add to how special Vail is.
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overall positive, but too many
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Some of them attract people that are just coming for the event. The
smell of Marijuana is not good.
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Some quality events is appreciated. but the saturation of events and
often the visitors certain events attract is negative on the community
culture. A quality out door experience had been our culture.
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The fireworks over the 4th of July and New Years are outstanding.
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The sheer number of summer events are becoming overwhelming.
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Too much hassle.
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TOV needs to develop an intellectual program like Aspen.
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we love free concerts in winter and summer
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We need more summer events. Bring back the weekly torchlight ski
parade at Golden Peak.
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Wish there were more musical events that appealed to a more mellow
and/or family oriented crowd. We love the Sonnealp music/
country/western feel as opposed to only music for crowds 18-25! Even
our older adult children find the noise level of some of these
entertainers a bit much! How about entertainment for the younger
crowds too?
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Events are wonderful, but recently some have been so successful that
crowding and congestion have put me off and made me stay away.
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For the big events; WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, WORLD CUP- some of the
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higher level organizers seem 'insider -focused' and arrogant. There is no
room for arrogance in Vail.
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I appreciate the free events offered, but sometimes overcrowding
becomes an issue at the Solaris concert stage.
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I love all of the events in Vail its part of why we love Vail.
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Love the summer events at the Ford ampitheatre
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Some events are very over -crowded
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They are all for young people!
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Too expensive
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too many events now, difficult to live in town, burton championships
concerts not family friendly, drugs, booze and cigarettes obvious to all.
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Would be nice to spread them out better between Vail Village and
Lionshead.
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All seem to be focused on much younger people. I enjoy the village, but
avoid it like the plague when the streets have been taken over by the
very loud and pushy attendees.
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Sometimes it just gets more crowded than I'd like, and it gets a bit
difficult to get in/out, and get basic dinner reservations. Sometimes I
just miss the 'old' VAIL. The times we travel are dictated by our kids
schedules, and not what happens to be going on in Vail, so we really
have no choice when we come ... Also, some of the events that we'd like
to addend get REALLY pricy, ie, one of the 'taste of Vail events I just
looked at is 185$pp', and the wine tasting event at mountain top is
140$pp
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The artists chosen for Burton Open concerts this year were pretty awful.
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The best events are Bravo Vail and the International Dance Festival. I
don't think that the Town has much involvement with those except for
funding assistance.
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the events are a significant positive - they make the town more
interesting to be in during the non -ski season
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There is not enough parking to accommodate the events. Events have
taken a turn to attract the younger crowds that do not contribute to the
family environment that the Town of Vail was once known for. The
crowds that these concerts bring have a negative impact on our visiting
guests.
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Wish there were more!
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The roads are blocked with no car access to our condo for
loading/unloading when a concert is going on. The concert goers
trample on the irrigation system in the flower beds outside our condo.
Even with barriers, they climb over them and the police/security do
nothing about it.
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Absolutely love Bravo and the addition of Joshua Bell this season.
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Allow things to occur later in the evening (concerts, shows, other events)
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Concerts for young people don't have a positive impact
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Events have continually increased in number and quality during my 19
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years in vail. Excellentjob!
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Except for drunken idiots acting stupid.
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Gather it's a generational thing..but do we really want those Hip Hop
trash groups?
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gives a great sense of vitality. Always something to do.
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I continually hear (and observe) that pot usage at outdoor events is very
prevalent. I am not comfortable taking my children to most outdoor
concerts due to this.
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I don't feel the Mardi Gras celebration is worth the event. We should
focus on more events that bring people here during slow months.
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I like that Bravo! is selling affordable passes for high school students. My
kids went to every show last summer. Good clean fun for youth. I also
like strolling the Betty Ford Gardens.
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I love all of the events. Tell the Vail Village Homeowners Association
that if they don't like having events they should move away. The town
would be much better off if that organization disbanded.
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I love the Burton Open and Go Pro Games. Keep those.
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I love the variety! That's why we live here! It's fun to get the sport on
the mountain and then a little culture in town
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I think there are too many events sporting and concert.
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I think we could have a greater variety of events at Ford amplitheatre. I
also think we have a tendency to try to bring in too large of concert
names instead of 'appropriate' bands.
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I'd like to see less alcohol at events, particularly at high profile nighttime
concerts.
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Love the US Open of Snowboarding! The event is great and the concerts
are usually fantastic ... a great event for Vail!!!
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Many people I have talked to would like to see the lineup for the
summer mountain games change; bands like tracksuit wedding are not
well known enough to attract people here in hoards. I believe a 'famous
local DY could do more to get people in the streets - and showcase the
musical talent in this valley.
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More cops availability.
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no
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Nothing Vail can do about it, but the level of crowded venues and the
number of dogs brought to events often makes me just stay away.
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Some are good, but a lot of them seem very empty with no available
activities in major pedestrian areas.
Open
Right
Year-round
The crowds are s0000 crazy for the free events! They aren't even fun to
go to!
Open
Right
Year-round
The events I like but sometimes the overflow of people make it difficult
for everyday needs for my family like buying food at the grocery store
Open
Right
Year-round
The Farmers Market is way too crowded and not fun anymore. It should
be moved to a less crowded spot - maybe somewhere near Ford Park.
Now you can barely move in the crowds. They also need more food
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vendors, fewer art vendors.
Open
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There may be a risk over overbooking events. The fact that a lot of
people drive or fly a long way to attend events with out even thinking
about the climate change impacts of that activity, should be a concern
when planning events.
Open
Right
Year-round
There was one event this winter with a concert at Solaris, the level of
cigarette smoke was intolerable, I expected to smell pot smoke but it
was all cigarette smoke.
Open
Right
Year-round
They decrease in trems of quality
Open
Right
Year-round
To many in summer
Open
Right
Year-round
Too much public intoxication and alternative recreational substances
during some events that can make a negative experience for
guests,families and businesses
Open
Right
Year-round
Vail has a lot of great middle of the road events. Where's the big event
like Jazz Aspen or Wunderlust? Instead of having a lot of little, good
events - why not invest in a fewer events and make them bigger and
better?
Open
Right
Year-round
Why cant ford amphitheater be used in the winter??
Open
Right
Work only
Events have become the lifeblood of Vail. Please keep supporting these
guest -centered attractions.
Open
Right
Work only
I'd like to see more diverse events. At least one event per year aimed at
'every' group.
Open
Right
Work only
It seems when there are events there is a lot of littering. I usually spend
the next day picking up trash surrounding our property.
Open
Right
Work only
I've stopped going to concerts hosted in the Solaris Plaza. It's
dangerously crowded, and not a safe atmosphere for my kids. Vail needs
to bet a better handle on safety, circulation and crowd control at these
events, or consider a more appropriate venue for the size of crowds that
are being drawn in. Solaris just isn't the right place
Open
Right
Work only
Keep up the good work.
Open
Right
Work only
Love the eventsM, but please does the announcer for go pro games
HAVE to talk continuously, guests complained a lot about that last year.
Open
Right
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Really enjoy Go Pro games. Love the Sunday farmers market/ art fair.
Bravo and Intl festival of dance are great. Love the Tuesday night
concerts summer and free concerts in winter.
Open
Right
Work only
The Solaris space for concerts has the worst sound and not enough
space for the amount of people coming to the shows .... it seemed like
there was more room when the stage was at an angle near the
Cinebistro.(how it was setup for ski championships) people could see
show from ice rink area which allowed more space
Open
Right
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We need to make sure we have the right events drawing the right guests
at the right times (non -peak).
Open
Right
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Winter concert performance choices could be more family friendly to
limit drug use. I do not feel comfortable bringing my kids to a concert in
Vail.
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Part-time
Add a comic festival in the winter and summer. Like a film festival but
just comics
Open
Right
Part-time
Bravo Vail is an incredible series of concerts that bring us to Vail every
summer.
Open
Right
Part-time
Especially enjoy family oriented events and free concerts. Would like to
see more family fare.
Open
Right
Part-time
fewer concerts of Pops orchestras
Open
Right
Part-time
I'd prefer to see more of the type of street music one sees in Aspen. It's
great to see jugglers and entertainers for children during the day.
Open
Right
Part-time
Keep adding more .... We are pleased hence the response below. I'd err
in adding more versus cutting back....
Open
Right
Part-time
Love the events but being back Ford big name shows. Solaris is ridiculous
when it gets packed!!!!
Open
Right
Part-time
Love the Sunday summer Vail Market
Open
Right
Part-time
No
Open
Right
Part-time
The reason some of our friends visit us!
Open
Right
Part-time
There are some events I would never miss, like the Iamb cook -off.
Open
Right
Part-time
We don't attend every event, but love the energy it brings to town. We
live in W Vail, so if it gets too crowded and we need a break, we just
retreat to quiet InterMtn.
Open
Right
Part-time
When they are managed correctly (info, parking, agenda, security)
which they mostly are they are a pleasure to attend with guests.
Open
Right
Own
Vail has great events with a lot of variety. Some of them are very busy
business
and crowded because they are successful. We need people here to
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support our businesses.
Open
Right
Get mail
Great variety
only
Open
Right
love the art programs
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Concerts are great ..... some fun bands. Overall ... They do a good job
keeping our visitors happy and busy
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I feel some events are great, and some are absolutely horrible. The lack
of respect for our town and its full time inhabitants has made me dread
going out during any of the late night events.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I get punched everytime I crowd surf. Would be awesome to get more
headlining type of artists in Ford Amphitheater. Think about all of the
bands who pass Vail on 170 that you could get into Ford Amphitheater.
They don't have to be free concerts, but not $100 like the Vilar. No
reason that place doesn't have a concert going on 4-5 days out of the
week.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Keep up the free concert series
Open
Wrong
Year-round
My only complaint is that some sporting tournaments take over Ford
Park tennis parking spots. I think tennis should have free parking all
season at Frd Park
Open
Wrong
Year-round
The World Championships last year could not have been better!!! The
concerts are for a younger crowd, but that's fine.
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There are too many events, which detracts from the beauty of the
mountains. There are too many rock concerts and beer fests.
Open
Wrong
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Things like the Mtn Games are a perfect fit for Vail. I'd concentrate on
events of that nature, bike races, whitewater festivals and anything at
Hot Summer Nites
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Too many events are focused on sheer numbers (go pro games, free
concerts for us open, lacrosse, farmers market, etc.) we need the small
town feeling back, and focus on quality guests over quantity. The
farmers market is the worst, we try to leave vail every Sunday to avoid
the clusterf#*k.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Where did all the community events go? No new or interesting events
like concerts. Seems to be the same old 'safe' selections in music and
even selections, events that appeal to the retirement community.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
you used to have these events... you don't anymore compared to other
towns.
Open
Wrong
Work only
Essential for vail vitality
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Beef up the film festival.. It has much more potential than timing or
budget it has been given vs partying drinking drugging concerts do.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Bike races and the duckies are great for community spirit and just fun.
Get rid of loud bands. Bravo is lovely.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Love the music events summer and winter. THank you!
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Outdoor concerts are out of control! Loud, obnoxious patrons after the
events. Generally very impressed with Ford Park events and summer
concerts there.
Open
Wrong
Own
I heard that people were urinating at the side of hotels during the
business
Burton not good) also heard from owners of the Solaris they do not
only
enjoy the events (too loud), however that being said I love any event
that brings people into town.
Open
Wrong
Own
Solaris shouldn't have concerts that draw thousands. Lionshead still
business
gets the short end.
only
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Attracting a younger demographic makes sense, but just make sure
we're not marketing events as wild parties that attract the wrong
demographic.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Events make Vail awesome. Go Pro Games are done so well. Too many
Okteberfests. We should have ONE big Oktoberfest in Vail and make it
kick -ass.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Everything seems to be packed into one weekend or time span
Open
Don't know
Year-round
free public concerts are a nice event
Open
Don't know
Year-round
It seems that the majority of events (other than Bravo) are put on the
attract large crowds of 17 -20 -yr -olds who crave loud noise and packed
space. It has changed the town mightily and seems to cater to the lowest
common denominator. Most events do not seem to support the better
restaurants and the majority of retail offerings in town. Where do our
more well-heeled visitors fit in ... and are they decreasing because the
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peace they used to find in Vail is no longer?
Open
Don't know
Year-round
It's sometimes a little hard to move around during events, but I try to get
to most of them and think they add interest and options for things to do.
It's hard to be a host or a guest in a very small community. There's not a
lot of 'sight-seeing' per se, as in cities and historical sights.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Limited closing weekend concerts will not bring people here. We would
like Street Beat back
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Lots of kids smoking marijuana
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Provide water fill up stations to reduce plastic bottle waste.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
some are great some should be canceled like free concerts that only
cater to a younger party crowd
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Sometimes, there are too many events.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Stop allowing people to smoke pot in public.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
The Gris concert was a mistake
Open
Don't know
Work only
Can we encourage more events during the week? Weekends are already
busy and many of the weekend events aren't local friendly
Open
Don't know
Work only
I think Vail has done a good job of leveraging events to reinforce
business at certain times of the year.
Open
Don't know
Work only
They are for guests, not really locals.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
More free big name concerts
Open
Don't know
Part-time
Pink Vail and Taste of Vail should not be the same weekend
Open
Don't know
Part-time
too much riff raff
Open
Year-round
Too many people and over crowding experience.
Q. 22: Is there a specific type of event you would like to see added to Vail's town -
wide program?
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Adult concerts not just ones for young people
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Bring back the American Celebrity Ski Classic (Korbel?)
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Right
Year-round
Bring back the Pro Bike event.
Invite
Right
Year-round
cannabis tasting festival.
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Right
Year-round
Concerts, rock n roll.
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Right
Year-round
Continue to focus on mountain culture.
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Right
Year-round
Environmental information events
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Right
Year-round
evening concerts, like in years past
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Right
Year-round
Events that would actually bring new markets to the village for extended
periods, not just weekends
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Right
Year-round
family oriented
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Right
Year-round
heads in beds
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Right
Year-round
I love all the concerts!
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Year-round
Large music festival in the fall
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More big time bicycle races like years ago!
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Year-round
more contemporary music
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Right
Year-round
More country concerts!
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Right
Year-round
More kid activity events
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Right
Year-round
Nice to see more Valor events, but no venue to do that in Vail. Valor is
great with lots of options.
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Year-round
No
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Year-round
No
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Year-round
No.
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Year-round
Noteworthy speakers
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pet show
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Year-round
ski racing again in town,
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Right
Year-round
Smaller, intimate concerts like Minturn Thursday night series in the
summer
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Right
Year-round
something for memeorial day
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Year-round
Something to highlight our Hispanic culture
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Spring/Fall, when town is not already full, to attract visitors to town
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Right
Year-round
St Moritz has visiting chefs events during slow Winter months. This is
low key yet does add some va
Invite
Right
Year-round
Wish we still had the Pro Bike Races
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Right
Year-round
World team tennis CQ
Invite
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Work only
Anything in May or October/November
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Work only
Celtic festival
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Work only
More music options/concerts
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Work only
More musical events
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Work only
not that I can think of!
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Part-time
A variety would be best.
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Right
Part-time
Environmental fair.
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Right
Part-time
How about a 50's or 60's type music once in a while for us older fellows?
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Part-time
larger bigger name concerts
Invite
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Part-time
Liked it when there were big concerts at check point Charlie like blues
traveler
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Part-time
Love more music - continue with blue grass and jazz, but more classical
and rock please. Love the da
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Right
Part-time
Maybe evening food trucks/stands and music
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Part-time
more art shows
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Part-time
more folk or country music events
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Part-time
More frequent art gallery events, and markets in the nnon-ski seasonss
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more fri nite and sat nite programs/events
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Right
Part-time
More live music
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Right
Part-time
more music - without being snowboard punk..
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Part-time
More music from the 50's, 60,70's
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More open forums with timely topics
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more public concerts
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Part-time
Movies in the park
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Part-time
nature hikes
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Part-time
no
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Right
Part-time
Outdoor summer movies would be a good addition
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Part-time
outdoor themes
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Part-time
Something that appeals to people over 30
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Right
Part-time
The bicycle races in the summer were nice.
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Right
Part-time
The return of the ballet
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Part-time
there is not
Invite
Right
Part-time
Vail village bands
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Right
Part-time
We really enjoyed the VVF non-profit fund raiser via American Ski Classic
but realize that it is dif
Invite
Right
Part-time
Would like to see some of the music at the Villar Center come to Vail.
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Right
Part-time
Yes, more quality music acts at our new quality indoor music venue
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Own
business
only
I know we have food events, but maybe another food and wine?
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Own
business
only
Live music
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Own
business
only
No
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only
Community picnic
Invite
Right
Get mail
only
Love all the family friendly events!
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Right
Get mail
only
More family friendly free outdoor concerts.
Invite
Right
Get mail
only
Summer beer festival w/ music (ie/ Telluride Blues & Brews)
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
4th ofjuly, taste of vail and sunday markets are great
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Wrong
Year-round
A welcome group for new residents.
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
cultural events need to last all summer through Labor Day
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
family and activities, athletic
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
Family and young couple festivals
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
I would like the town to give greater support to the Vail Film Festival.
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
Longer hours of the farmers market! I love it!
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
middle class tourist events
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
more big name concerts
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
more events for locals, people who live here and support the community
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No, no more events...
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Something geared more specifically towards locals and appreciation of
the year round people who keep
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
wider use of ford ampitheater. IE more ticketed shows
Invite
I Wrong
Work only
Local Winter Carnival
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Country western/ Carole King/ type of entertainer- remember John
Denver!
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
daily jazz/blues in the square
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Higher quality movies?
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
lecture series on any variety of topics one in winter and one in summer
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
more concerst
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
More food/wine events
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
More for kids
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
More free music
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
More ski racing and cycle racing.
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
no
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Speakers, current events.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Big Band Jazz events
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Concerts
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
free continuing education and informative programs
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
I would enjoy more country music performers.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Loud rock 'n roll music
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
More live music events at Ford Amphitheater,
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
No
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
No
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Out door games
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Street entertainers? See comments below.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Weekly concerts during winter again
Invite
Don't know
Work only
I would like to see more 'theme runs'. (i.e.- color run type runs) They are
fun for all ages, not ju
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
I like street festivals, with music
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
I like the current mix of events
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
I really miss the bigger name music groups that we have had in the past.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
More music - especially new acts
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
No more, please!
Invite
Year-round
Events that are more inculsive of all age groups.
Invite
Year-round
Not anything in particular, it's just that I don't seem to have all the time
I need to take in more
Open
Right
Year-round
A great concert series that doesn't have the same bands that Highline
brings year after year and the
Open
Right
Year-round
Australian Football Tournament
Open
Right
Year-round
Bands that are popular...
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Year-round
BBQ challenge at ford park... maybe to coincide with volleyball or soccer
tourny
Open
Right
Year-round
better/larger iconic music events
Open
Right
Year-round
bicycle races
Open
Right
Year-round
bring back cycling
Open
Right
Year-round
Cycling Pro Challenge
Open
Right
Year-round
Doing a greatjob!Top notch!!
Open
Right
Year-round
Events on Sundays would be nice.
Open
Right
Year-round
events that draw people with healthy lifestyles
Open
Right
Year-round
festival, concerts
Open
Right
Year-round
Golf Tournaments
Open
Right
Year-round
I cant think of any at the moment
Open
Right
Year-round
kids
Open
Right
Year-round
love the bluegrass series!
Open
Right
Year-round
More cycling, anything cycling.
Open
Right
Year-round
more diverse musical events on a smaller scale, ie bluegrass
Open
Right
Year-round
More family events, less geared to rock concerts etc..
Open
Right
Year-round
More live music.
Open
Right
Year-round
more popular music and some comedy
Open
Right
Year-round
Music
Open
Right
Year-round
not at this time
Open
Right
Year-round
Preservation activities
Open
Right
Year-round
Recall years ago the Irish Step Dancer's Competition. Wow!
Open
Right
Year-round
Renewable Energy Forums (not connected to oil and gas industry)
Open
Right
Year-round
Retro music festival yearly
Open
Right
Year-round
Show of the power of charity and collaborations in this valley to people
who are visiting
Open
Right
Year-round
snow kiting
Open
Right
Year-round
Sports competitions
Open
Right
Year-round
Street Beat should make a comeback
Open
Right
Year-round
USA PRO TOUR!! vail-specific MTB race series / Trail run race.
Open
Right
Year-round
Way more good music
Open
Right
Work only
events for families
Open
Right
Work only
I'd like to see the return of the Vail Soul Fest
Open
Right
Work only
MORE CONCERTS less tourists
Open
Right
Work only
More family friendly events
Open
Right
Work only
More music - like the old Street Beat series.
Open
Right
Work only
Pro Mountain bike races
Open
Right
Part-time
4PM open air concerts at or near base lifts
Open
Right
Part-time
additional food and wine tastings, afternoon events
Open
Right
Part-time
Craft beer festival
Open
Right
Part-time
free concerts bike rides and running events
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How about public movie nights.
Open
Right
Part-time
I would have no idea. But I don't want to see socially controversial
events. I don't want events tha
Open
Right
Part-time
more activities for tweens and teens and more in summer
Open
Right
Part-time
More family events.
Open
Right
Part-time
More for seniors. They have time and money
Open
Right
Part-time
More robust, world class Triathlon event. Cross country skiing and snow
shoeing. Get the Pro-cycli
Open
Right
Part-time
More up and coming bands and a comedy festival(s)
Open
Right
Part-time
No
Open
Right
Part-time
See above
Open
Right
Own
business
only
Music events other than Bravo (but Bravo is incredible)
Open
Right
Get mail
only
Farmer's Market
Open
Right
Continue to expand the Summer Bravo
Open
Wrong
Year-round
A better women's ski program
Open
Wrong
Year-round
better band choices, meaning bigger names
Open
Wrong
Year-round
big yoga festival and more soccer
Open
Wrong
Year-round
downhill bike racing
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I would like to see a better music offering... more on par with Aspen.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Less!
Open
Wrong
Year-round
More bands.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Music venue
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Neil Diamond! Haha!
Open
Wrong
Year-round
No
Open
Wrong
Work only
Comedy or ford park concerts
Open
Wrong
Work only
Jazz concert in winter
Open
Wrong
Work only
Motorcycle race
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Anything that is classy and doesn't jam the town.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Expended summer concert season in Ford Park..
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Higher end events less kid rock like events
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Led Zeppelin and Viktoriya Yermolyeva
Open
Wrong
Part-time
More mountain bike events. And build more trials
Open
Wrong
Own
business
only
Wine and cheese evenings in the summer in the street with live music!
Open
Wrong
Get mail
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An ice or snow sculpture competition.
Open
Wrong
Get mail
only
Bring back the Winter Mountain Games!
Open
Wrong
think telluride, not a horrible blue grass band enery other week
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Year-round
Art shows.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Bigger, better events. Less small, unattended events.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
closing weekend concerts
Open
Don't know
Year-round
More events for locals - not just tourists
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Mountain Biking Event
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Organic fruit and vegetable day!
Open
Don't know
Year-round
wider variety of events
Open
Don't know
Work only
Add weight to bring back the Colorado Classic Cycling Tour
Open
Don't know
Work only
Family programming with time that works for working families
Open
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Work only
Hot air balloons!
Open
Don't know
Work only
Wanderlust
Open
Don't know
Part-time
free concerts bike rides and running events
Open
Don't know
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More concerts with more popular artists like Aspen
Open
Don't know
Part-time
more free concerts
Open
Don't know
Part-time
something for families???
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Make them more affordable
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conference centre would bring more events
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CSE is a disaster. They don't weigh nonprofit and for profit events. The
for profit events get huge monies when the small nonprofit events who
really need the money get very little in comparison. Case in point
Highline receives large dollars but Farmer's Market which I think across
the board brings in as many people to town as all of the Highline events
combined receives 1/3 of what Highline does. They may not fill as many
beds but shops and restaurants are packed every Sunday from June 20
to the 1st week in October. Why does CSE feel the need to buy a car for
James Deighan every year with the money it gives to Highline. My other
complaint is the demands that are put on the money that is allocated.
Sometimes the money allocated does not cover the costs of fulfilling
those demands so what is the point in asking CSE for money? I've seen
this with several events.
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Events bring guests to the TOV but if they do not add significantly to the
tax revenue, the TOV should not contribute financially using tax monies.
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Events in Vail are oriented toward entertaining people already coming,
or attracting people from Beaver Creek or Edwards into Vail Village. .
.nothing that is going to create real demand for overnight or destination
visitation from those not already coming to Vail.
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Events should stand on their own without financial help from TOV.
Money cold be better spent to help residents,
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For them but need more parking!
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Good job on attracting and promoting our events!
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I appreciate the variety of events.
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i don't believe most concerts held in Vail Village add to the Vail
experience
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I don't like that the parking lot by Ford amphitheater, by the tennis,
baseball now requires a paid sticker for parking. I think it should just be
for anyone wanting to pay to park.
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I like the vitality events bring to the community, but some community
visitors need to realize people live here. There are neighborhoods with
children and pets.
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I love that for the most part there is always something free at the
events. So despite events taking place in an expensive place, there is
something for everyone. I love when everyone that moved down valley
comes back for Vail's events;)
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I support the events as long as we offset the environmental impacts of
the crowds, parking etc. Invest in the Gore and educational programs.
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I think 3-4 events on one weekend like labor day is too many
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I think it depends on the event and whether it is something that brings
people in who will book lodging, shop and use the restaurants.
Otherwise you are just spending money with no return on the
investment. I think you need to look at each event to see who the
spectators or event attendees will be.
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I think it is time to edit them, and edit aggressivley. I like the local
event operators as neighbors and people, but they are absolutely not
performing at a level that benefits the experience of the guests or
speaks to the quality of the town, and it is well past time to raise the
game on individual events or replace them. The Memorial Day event is
an embarassment and should have been cancelled at least a year ago;
disabled vets gamely positioned for no reason in tents festooned with
cammo nets for vendors to whom they had no attachment, it defied
reason and offended good taste. Worse, it suggested that the event
organizer was actually unaware that the holiday honors those soldiers
who didn't come home, and that Vail didn't know any better. I was
humiliated. We can do better. And if we can't do better, we should get
out of this line of promotion. At once.
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I think the town does a great job with events in general. Could add a few
more, our competitors are
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I think they bring people to Vail, especially in the summer and off-
seasons. I will say though, the Burton US Open a couple weeks ago
brought a lot of aggressive people into town.
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I would like to see the events a bit more evenly spaced out. It seems like
there is a lot of things happening on the same weekend and then
nothing for a while.
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It's getting more difficult to navigate around the events.
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Make sure events become self sustaining so after a few years they will
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not need funding.
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No
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Quality of music/performers has drastically decreased since I moved
here in 2007--I haven't recognized snow daze and spring back to vail
bands/performers for a while. We don't need STS9 but there used to be
popular performers like The Fray and OAR
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Should some of the older, well established events become fully self
supporting so Town money freed up can go toward new, fresh events?
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The event buses run mostly empty. They are an unnecessary
expense.People should be able to use existing bus system or walk from
the parking structures. The business community should share in the
costs as they do in most other communities. They have become
conditioned to taxpayers picking up the full tab. The recently added
season -end new events are a waste of money.
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The town needs event venues for the performing arts and concerts in
winter and summer. Ford Amphitheater is underutilized
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There's a guy on the summer village event set-up crew that often works
shirtless. It is tasteless and unprofessional. Just saying!
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Vail could use a great venue similar to the Belly Up in Aspen to offer a
more intimate (but not too small) music venue to bring in some major
performers year-round.
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We enjoyed when there were weekly concerts in town in the winter with
car giveaway at the end. It had a much more local and family friendly
vibe. Now that the music is all consolidated into Snow Daze and Spring
Back it feels very corporate and flashy and too big. The soccer
field/baseball lot should not require a pass in the summer during
evening events and Bravo, it should be open to whoever is willing to pay.
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We have enjoyed going to the various events with our family
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We moved our IP business here from NJ. We have hired 3 local full time
employees and pay them more than average wages. The VVP has been
amazing in supporting us. There is a tremendous opportunity for other
small to medium sized businesses if someone put some effort into it.
But major factors working against it are: affordability of housing and
healthcare and a focus on hospitality.
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We would like to have 'hood parties in Vail to make it feel more like a
neighborhood. We looked into having an event at the Grand View room
where people bring an appetizer and a bottle of wine and mingle. We
learned we'd have to have a liquor license even thought we weren't
selling wine (Gypsum doesn't require that, by the way). The fee and the
cost for cleaning would require an entry fee. In the end, we decided it
was more trouble than it was worth. The town should consider a
monthly even of the sort I just described.
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Wish the events were more family friendly. Too many'hip-hop' events.
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Would rather see $$ spent on bringing destination visitors, rather than
weekenders or people from Summit County. I believe quality conference
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space, different from what exists in the individual hotels, that is central
to the lodging/commercial cores would have this kind of impact.
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Another indoor venue option is needed.
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Honestly don't know enough about to comment.
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I think it helps bring people to town and boost revenue for businesses
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recognizing that the economics of 'off-season' events (spring & fall) are
tough, I'd love to see the ToV do everything they can to support those
more
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The Town needs to exercise more pressure on merchants (not the other
way around) so that all possible venues are available for use -
Checkpoint Charlie, Slifer Plaza, etc.
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As I stated before, Vail needs an indoor venue for events to be a true
cultural destination such as Aspen.
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Change it up some. Art, science, nature events?
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Events are a great mix to the ski/snowboard experience.
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Events do drive revenue and profile of Vail. Need to add broader appeal.
Do think support of Bravo and the dance festival important. Also the free
Tuesday concerts in the summer, maybe think about adding an
additional one each month, maybe somewhere in town.
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Further partnerships with local businesses in putting on public/free
events (to mitigate cost burden to the Town, and to promote local
businesses)
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I might be strongly supportive but don't have enough information.
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I really don't like events at Solaris that reroute the busses
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I would like to see more support of natural science education and
stewardship of our mountains/forests. Betty Ford Gardens education
center, Nature Center, Walking Mountains
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If you use buses to transport folks, PLEASE be sure you budget to have
the windows cleaned every day. This was not the case with the
International games last year. The vision that visitors see through those
windows are the view that is likely to keep them coming back to enjoy
everything thing else our town has to offer.
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Investing is driving growth and diversification. It may cost the town, but
they also benefit in tax and parking revenue. As I stated earlier key point
is too grow wisely, which I believe Vail has done a wonderful job of to
date.
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keep up the good work
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Keep up the great work! They are a huge draw for the town.
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Maybe wine and yoga events in the summer. Something to attract
womens groups. Girl friend get aways
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No
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no, thank you
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Only a word of caution to avoid becoming a victim of its own success.
While attracting visitors is good for the local economy, there must be
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recognition of the number of visitors that will negatively impact the
quality of the town, the mountain and the events. Obviously, the
number of visitors that the mountain can accommodate in the summer
is much less than that in the winter before the quality of the experience
declines.
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Quality, not quantity is key to success.
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see comment above
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The events keep the town busy and improve the quality of life
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Waive as many town taxes as possible for whomever develops that new
indoor music venue
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Whenever the government puts $ toward events it needs to be a level
playing field - I don't want the government picking winners and losers.
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run more buses during night time events
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Concerts and Bands that appeal to us folks over 50...
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do not give money to the Xgames. Do not give money to lacrosse.
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events bring vitality
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I'm a hippy. So I cringe at our fireworks and super loud outdoor concerts.
These events are pretty invasive to the wilderness surroundings and the
dogs freak out. So they're not my favorite way to attract and entertain
our consumers.
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I'm beginning to feel that there are too many events and festivals -
although it may be good for tourism to have something going on all the
time. I think the joy of living here is diminished by there always being an
event or festival.
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Infrastructure
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Let business pay - not tax payers. And closely supervise their actions!
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Many events seem to be for Visitors, not people who live here. What
'culture' is the town aiming for?
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No
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The economic development strategy from 2007, or the current one? ;)
Housing should be the top priority. Not even 'affordable housing' just
'more housing'. It was sad to see Timber Ridge reconstructed without an
additional floor.
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The town should phase out support of events once they are working. No
more than 3 years of support.
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Think outside the box with concerts .... and who gets brought in
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Too much congestion for most events
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We need a greater variety of interesting events.
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Why give funds to events that can support themselves?
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Only in favor of above if it attracts people who spend money
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These events would take place whether or not the town invested more
than offering the locations to the event holders.
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Too much is spent on the really big events which should be able to raise
the money themselves.
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I think the level of events in the winter are appropriate. Feel that the
Town could scale back the summer events to some degree.
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I think this is a short term strategy and isn't sustainable. It contributes
greatly to a feeling of overcrowding and a degraded resident and guest
experience.
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Not huge fans of the Budweiser Concerts and the type of person it
attracts.
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Select entertainers with wider appeal than the 18 to 24 crowd!
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Too many events, too large of events.
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Too many summer events - the village is too crowded/noisy
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Cheaper beer
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I loved the dog thing last summer. The Farmer's Markets are generally
good.
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It seems like events should earn their way.
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It seems like the events used to have bigger names, and now I have
rarely heard of the bands. Maybe investing a little more once or twice a
year would be more entertaining.
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Keep up the good work. Add a few more real instruments like trumpets,
saxes, trombones, rather than only screamers that can play only a
couple of notes on their guitars.
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One can never have enough transparency, inclusion and communication.
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Think small, rather than big. I think we could benefit from having some
type of street entertainment in the Village and Lionshead. It could be a
busker playing guitar, or an entertainer doing magic tricks for kids. I love
turning a corner and finding the Dickens Carolers in winter, so I'm
thinking something along those lines, but also in summer. Helmut?!
Some couples in traditional dress dancing to Austrian music outside
Pepi's? Small Alpine charm.
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Why do we have to have events every weekend in the summer?
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All weather (some wind/rain protection, IR heat) venue integrated with
ski hill or downtown? Can't think of the space for it, but it would beat all
the street concerts.
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I was not interested in this recent event Sat March S for the Burton
weekend. I just wanted to go from Pepi's to the Alpenrose and it was a
nightmare. I was not allowed to go on any kind of walk way around the
event. I am told the event got so big they had to turn people away.
There has to be a better way to do these events. But they can be really
fun at times.
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Vail is a resort community without the typical resort. The town needs to
participate sponsoring these events
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We have some many other areas that the town should be investing in.
Parking being number one!
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The events themselves are not the issue. The concerts at Solaris are the
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issue. If you own a condo nearby, the noise is overpowering. Pictures
on the walls will rattle. It is difficult to get to and from our condo. It
seems that some of these concerts could be held at Ford park/fields
having minimal impact on condos owners.
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$400,000.00 to sustain the Burton event, while other non-profit and
community requests for funding are denied, makes me question Town
priorities.
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Events are very important to the town. However, I think something
needs to be done about the widespread pot issue.
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I am sure that the Town is transparent in its subsidizing of events in
town. That would be an interesting document
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I got back to my original comment about event - it seems like we
continually have the same type of music year after year. Is there another
event promoter that has better access to better talent?
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I have always thought that Octoberfest should have sing along venues,
as they do at Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany. Not just German songs.
In Munich, they play songs from all nations, so that you don't have to be
German to find a song to sing along with. To me, this event has always
been a little week. Vail should send event planners to Munich to see
how they do it!!
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I know they are expensive and stressful for employees, but I think it is
some of the best marketing that Vail does. Keep it up.
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I love the alternative events in Vail... primarily the US Open of
Snowboarding and the Teva Mountain Games! Would love to see a high
profile mountain bike event (downhill) on Vail Mountain!
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I serve on the board of the Farmers Market and in my opinion it gives
the town the most bang for its buck for R.O.I. Also, it's family friendly
and doesn't involve standing in the street on cold nights drinking beer
and listening to loud music. We have to think about the atmosphere our
events create in town for our core destination visitors.
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I wish the special events bus would stop at concert hall plaza
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I'm a strong believer in the power of events to promote economic well
being as well as community solidarity. Please increase the number of
events.
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Its great to have events in our community, it allows us to know each to
other better and to make more attractive our town to vacationist during
different seasons.
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It's important to bring events to Vail! The quality is somewhat
questionable - bringing events that specifically cater to younger crowds
and only bring them to Vail for the event do not seem worthwhile for all
of the security/safety effort that is put forth. They do not stay in our
hotels or eat in our restaurants but only come here get intoxicated
(alcohol and marijuana) while couch surfing at a local friend's apartment,
see the event, cause trouble and leave. This does not help portray a safe
image.
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no
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Pick the right attraction to bring the right crowd.
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Please try to book artists that are more popular than Tracksuit Wedding,
or whatever else is going to play during the go -pro games weekend. Last
year and the year before were solid.
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The concert venue at the Solaris crossroads it awful. It is not on par with
Vail as a world class resort. This venue area becomes clogged and over
congested and the sound quality is poor for a majority of the viewing
area. Is it possible to use a portion of the Solaris ice rink to help address
these concerns? It would give our guests a much better experience in
which to enjoy themselves.
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The Town of Vail has seemed to change events often in the past and not
quite support ones that work or are well -excepted. I think the Town of
Vail needs to be careful about choosing the right events to support,
making sure they get the proper support and advertising. I know
Carnivail was brought back to the town this year, but I thought there was
poor advertising about the event and the band.
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The town should try and get one or two big name bands to compete
with all of the other towns in Colorado that have amazing music come
through. The amphitheater is very underused especially on the
weekends with dance recitals that not many want to attend.
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there needs to be more variety in the music brought to town. too many
dj's that often bring a rowdier, less respectful groups of fans.
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They could be geared more towards different groups. It s3ems they are
either very old or very bro-young.
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We need another performance space or multi use space in town.
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While some events do increase spending in the Town, they also deter
greatly from the overall experience for residents and guests.
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I somewhat oppose because it seems as if the Town has more control
over the event than the planner/promoter of the event because the
Town invested in said event. I think every event should be able to
provide food if they want to at their event along with selling
merchandise that corresponds with said event.
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Memorial Day. BC has added an event that weekend and it seems to
have a nice draw where Vail does not have anything to draw guests that
weekend. Also, with GoPro moving back a week there's now a gap the
first weekend in June. It's weekends like these that should be the focus.
The biking event in late September is a great example of adding an event
to one of these off peak times.
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Please support more events. These have been the tipping point for
economic sustainability during off peak periods.
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TOV should consider using the Ford Park parking lot for more events so
there is more space, most of the concerts held at the Solaris get over
packed and make the event not a fun experience.
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Vail definitely needs to continue to develop, improve and grow the
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events it already has.
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We have the right amount now.
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We should do a better job of spreading the premier events throughout
the calendar year. Too many at the tail end of this ski season... dilutes
each in my opinion.
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I lead the city of Chicago's Public - Private Economic Development entity,
our economic plan strategies included heavy investments in our tourism
arm Choose Chicago and I am a Chciago Sports Commission board
member. I'd enjoy comparing notes with my counterparts in Vail. I
know there are best practices we can share.
Jeff.Malehorn@WorldBusinessChicago.com 312-802-1419. 1 don't
think a city can invest too much in these areas. We must stay
competitive with other resort areas because they are chasing the same
assets.
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I think this keeps Vail in the thick of places to visit. Many major tourist
attractive cities offer events to keep people interested in visiting them.
We need to do this to maintain our' no other place on earth' image
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Make sure Lionshead is a strong part of events!
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move the film festival to the summer
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Not sure Vail gets value for money out of the Burton Open.
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Our favorite events are outdoor concerts and the Oktober Fest.
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Please remember all age groups. I am in an overlooked segment that is
continuously looking for day events -ladies between 40 and 60 who do
not ski, bike, hike, etc. Due to the situation, one of our attending events
are the medical lectures at the Sonnenalp but it would be nice to have
other dining, information, lecture events.
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Sorry you did not do a convention facility
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The parking situation for the amphitheater is atrocious as you know.
The bus from Lionshead is fabulous, but most people don't know about
it. Bravo to you for offering it. I'm not a marketing expert, but more
people need to know that it's available and a great solution to going to a
concert.
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There is always something to do in this town.
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Without events, we would mostly rely on individual guests to fill Vail
business
which is much harder and more expensive to attract especially during off
only
peak time periods. People that complain about too many events and
people do not rely on visitors to support their businesses or occupation.
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Since I'm not a resident I don't know the financial structure of the town
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The events need to match the audience
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The Summer Farmer's Market has turned into an Art and Music
only
Festival ... we need more food booths and fresh produce. We also need
more local business participation! I've heard from various business
owners that it is very difficult to get a booth space at the Farmer's
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Market, so maybe it's time to reduce the number of Art/Music booths
each week to allow for more local business opportunities.
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I think the Town should fund events with a seed money philosophy, and
that these events begin to rely less on town funding and instead find
other sponsors to perpetuate their longevity.
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If it's sucking money out of housing it is NOT ok.
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More bands/concerts.
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One of the main reasons I live here
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Parking is the biggest drawback to attending events
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The pedestrian traffic on meadow dr needs to be controlled, we
frequently find guests urinating in our yard, or just wandering on our
property during big events.
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Too many, too loud, too many beer fests, glad bo more concerts in Ford
Park.
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Vail is great for events if your old. Vail prefers to discourage young
visitors without thinking about who will come to work here and who will
buy their businesses and homes in the future if they never come to Vail
because the events and the town pushes them away.
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Vail Resorts need a well defined women's ski program. The one in
January did not make sense and was a failure. Please use the services of
ski hall of fame, Jeanie Thoren, to provide clinics specifically for women.
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Spend too much money on events that should be done by the private
sector.
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Again, strongly support the summer Ford Park schedule and quality of
events.
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I am not sure this pertains to this subject or not; but we are in strong
opposition to the 'tent retailers' allowed in Vail and do not understand
the advantage of allowing then in Vail.
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More mountain biking trails so that more mountain biking events
happen here. People are driving right through Vail to get to Fruita and
Moab. Duh
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They seem to appeal primarily to the under 30 crowd. Not my crowd.
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Own
business
Dobson seems underutilized for events that would benefit more than a
only
few.
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Economic growth is nice, but so is having the town to ourselves for bit.
Open
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HATE the Farmerless Market. Lose the bratwurst and carpetbagger
roving junk food vendors, as well as those merely reselling purchased
imported items. Encourage actual LOCAL area Farmer's product vendors
- no California tomatoes; if they're out of season locally, they're out of
season. Don't let vendors compete with services already offered by
existing town businesses. Increase event integration with local
businesses; stop segregating the event from the town.
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I don't know what we invest in to have an informed opinion.
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I would like to see the town of vail share the love during the times they
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have events. By this I mean that a lot of times the events seem to only
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have activities in Vail Village, while the red headed step child of
Lionshead Village gets nothing.
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Just one on concerts: most of the groups brought in for events like
Burton, Spring Back to Vail, etc start sounding alike, and I'll stay for one
or two numbers and leave. On the other hand, distinct styles of music
can really grab a crowd. For example, one Street Beat concert with the
Blind Boys of Alabama started with about 20 people, which was sad, but
it didn't take long for a huge crowd to gather once they heard the music
and just not leave. Really good reggae, blues, country can do that, too.
And have you ever seen the Fabulous Femmes NOT have a crowd for
their 'oldies but goodies' concerts? Just a thought.
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noted above. Question ... who are we losing as visitors and who are we
gaining? Are the crowds we're gaining supporting the overall economic
life of Vail? How do event planners and those who are engineering the
event schedule as representatives of the taxpayers see the town
evolving? Is it in the direction that taxpayers would approve of? Perhaps
a survey with actual property owners/taxpayers on this aspect of the
town's development would be interesting.
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people will not come unless the mountain is open and there are events.
Otherwise, it is boring
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we need another venue to order to bring new events to vail
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Don't know
Work only
Most events are scheduled at appropriate times to add to the success of
the community. I would not like to see events added during traditional
off-season periods. Vail is a wonderful place to visit during ski season
and during peak summer months. There is a reason that the other times
are known as the off-season. The guest experience will be less and to try
and artificially create something at these times will generate business
that does not benefit the community i.e. it will need to be very low cost -
this is inconsistent with building Vail's brand. Focus on quality not
quantity. This is what Vail has done to -date. It is an approach that works.
Now talk to Vail Resorts about reducing the epic pass days please!
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are you trying to be the new lollapallooza or weedstock? thats the
market you attract.
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Part-time
I am assuming that there is a positive return on these events and as such
it supports Vail outside of peak ski times.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
summer Express to Ford Park is a great relatively new feature Kudos to
whomever decided on that
Open
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Too much spent on art
Q. 27: What do you like best about Vail Public Library?
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Ambiance is terrific.
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Atmosphere
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Atmosphere, it is so cozy and guests love it too
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Availability of digital formats.
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beautiful and comfortable
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Books
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Books nearly always available through inter -library loan if not in
collection. Staff invariably friendly & helpful now. Not always the case as
in past some seemed intent on saying 'no' before current Head Librarian.
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Children's programs - Cricket!
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Children's Story Hour and especially Cricket.
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Clean and a great service.
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Comfortable friendly atmosphere. Best library in the country
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Convenience, ability to access materials from the network of libraries.
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Convenient location. Access to the network of libraries for broader
selection.
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Cozy, quiet place to spend time in the village with internet access. Great
resource.
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Cricket!!!!! The beautiful building! The kids programming!
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do not generally use the library
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dvds, hold/request service from other libraries
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a -book but need more of them
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Employees, resources, programs.
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Excellent service - friendly
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Friendliness of personnel
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Friendly and helpful employees
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Friendly and helpful staff.
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friendly and helpful staff. Good variety of materials
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Friendly helpful staff.
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Friendly staff.
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Great facility with very helpful staff. Ability to pull books, DVDs, etc from
other libraries.
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Great library. Staff very nice. Many selections.
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Great people. good selections.
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great selections, responsive staff, lovely, quiet environment.
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I do like that there is a good, useful available library in Vail. I think
libraries are a necessary pillar in a living community.
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I like knowing that it's there! Also that they put on great events and that
I can utilize their many offerings.
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I love the children's room!
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I think its a great facility but I don't use it much mostly because use my
Kindle.
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Innovative and current on what people are looking for.
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It is all around a great library with good programs for the local kids and
interesting speakers etc. The library is a great source for books, movies
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and music, it is a jewel of our community.
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It is well run ...... a real asset of the city
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It's a cozy spot to enjoy. The Library staff is outstanding. I like the
workshops that Jacqui does too!
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It's just a wonderful library
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Its so peaceful and the location is perfect! We're lucky to have it.
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kids area
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kids story hour
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Locatiion
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Location and ambiance
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Location, beautiful setting, wonderful building, helpful staff, everything!
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Love it. Great space and love the community programming.
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Many resources, fun programs and events, and the wide source of
knowledge it is for locals, guests, and the community in general.
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nice atmosphere
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Nice location, friendly staff, beautiful facility
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Programming for children, Inviting nature of the Library, Magazine
section Helpfulness of staff
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reading programs for kids
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Staff
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Staff and Collection are excellent.
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Staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful! The staff helps me select the
best books for my 2 and 4 year olds. The Library holds great events for
my children! Thank you for all the hard work!
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Staff is nice. Nice environment
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that the people that work there are always willing to help, and that also
if you need anything like books, movies, cds, print out papers, make
photocopies they have all that and if also accessible.
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That they will order books for you if they don't have it on the shelf
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The atmosphere
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The building and location
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The children's room is well provisioned and welcoming, the kids volumes
are great and broad in selection. I look forward to reading grownup stuff
again soon, but for now, its all children's use for us.
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The cozy atmosphere including the fireplace sitting area.
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The ease of getting books from other libraries if they are checked out at
our library. The children's room and the baby story time.
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The fireplace! The Children's room and the children's programs.
Cricket is wonderful!!!
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The friendliness and support of staff.
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The friendly staff, video and book options. Plus the spaces to work and
meet with a student or friend are an added plus.
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The information available and the helpful staff. The conference room
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usability.
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The internet and the people there are friendly.
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The library is great, a well run wonderful source of materials and events.
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the setting is very peaceful.
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The staff
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The staff is greatH
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The variety of resources. Love the DVD selection as well.
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They readily accept book donations.
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They will get you anything you need. Very polite.
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Toddler reading
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used it more when kids were young, but very little now.
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very friendly and knowledgeable staff
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views
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Warm, welcoming atmosphere and excellent programming.
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Ease of access
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Everyone that works there is nice, knowledgeable and friendly. Have
visited the library for children's functions, to rent DVDs, books for
school and recently have gone there for the adult stress(less) coloring
station. Creative and fun
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fireplace
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Free
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I love the building, both inside and outside.
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It's a beautiful facility --but since my children have grown and I now live
in Avon I don't utilize the facility -I do recommend it to my guests
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Story Hour
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The programs offered as well as movie rentals.
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The staff are friendly and courteous. It is easy to request a book from
another branch and to put items on hold. It is nice to be able to return
books via the return box in West Vail.
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A beautiful library. I did not realize that I could check out materials as a
part time resident. I'll be getting a library card!
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Accessibility - hours.
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Beautiful place with good selection.
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Central location. Not overly busy. Generally a quiet space with great
view over the river.
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comfort of the building ... low key feel of the building.
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Comfortable setting
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Courteous staff. Great setting and layout. Favorites are the leather chairs
and the fireplace (in the winter). The periodicals are also great.
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ease of access
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Easy access, good drop off locations, friendly staff, nice facility.
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Easy to get to
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Friendly staff Great play room for my grandchildren Great, diverse,
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extensive collection Far better than my local library which is actually
quite good
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Friendly, good for children, and excellent diversity of books, magazines,
etc.
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Good meeting area for seminars
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Good selection just never have time to use it
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I do like that we have one available even though I have not yet used it.
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I have never visited.
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i keep saying I should go to the library but I read eBooks and buy books.
To tell you the truth I don't know what the library has to offer. Probably
eBooks to borrow. I also get Netflix and Amazon Prime so I have so
much at home ....... and then there is Google and Google Earth. I wish
the library had a small cafe looking out toward the Creek.... maybe a deck
in summer.
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I like the use of the Marmot system to be able to get ebooks. It is a great
asset and the library is quite an asset. I have taken a class on making a
dish garden and would love to take the knitting classes, but I am not
there much during the week.
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I think the library is a fine facility. I don't use it except to buy books when
they have a book sale.
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I used to frequent the library when my children were little but have not
set foot in it in probably 15 years.
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It is a wonderful comfort zone
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It's a beautifully maintained facility. We don't use it as often because we
are busy being outdoors!
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It's beautiful and peaceful.
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it's beautiful and there's quality features for my children
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it's central location
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It's location.
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It's the most comfortable of any library I've ever used.
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It's the right size and a beautiful structure to visit with just the correct
size of boob storage
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Kids programs, movie rental, internet access
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Large movie and book collection.
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Like having one. Usually use before a trip for research or take little kids
to use.
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location
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location
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Location
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location, selection, friendliness
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love the location.
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movies
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Nice atmosphere. Good napping area
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Pleasant calm space to visit
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Staff and facilities
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staff support.... friendliness
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Terrific library with a lot of depth (books, cds, programs) Thanks for
having a great library
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The atmosphere, friendliness and helpfulness of staff . Great selection of
magazines and comfy chairs.
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The beautiful location
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The staff and the facility.
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The staff is wonderful, great selection of books, and a lot of interesting
events.
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travel section
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variety of books
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warm, friendly
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we are only in vail a few times a year. we use the library only when
grandchildren are visiting
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We use the library when we are in town. Especially in summer when we
are here for a long period of time
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Welcoming atmosphere. Quality & range of books & other materials.
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Wide selection of audio CDs.
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business
only
Ease of access
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Own
business
only
everything, Love the children department, and just everything
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business
only
It's beautiful and a wonderful place to get away from the hectic cramped
space in the condo, as well as to read a newspaper.
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Access and friendliness
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Get mail
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If I lived in Town, I would use it again.
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Get mail
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The atmosphere
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The quietness of it and the children's programs.
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a quiet place
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Ability to request a large variety of materials through Marmot and EVLD
Ability to check out EBooks with Overdrive
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Access to items through inter -library loan.
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atmosphere, new book choices & kids room
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Availability of just about any book
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Availabilty of ebooks and DVDs
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comfort and location.
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cozy,fireplace ,kid -friendly, periodical reading section, and friendly
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helpful staff. also like the meeting/speaker/art gallery/classes room
across the hall,
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Fabulous and diverse inventory for a small town.
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Fireplace... peace and quiet to read
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Friendly, quiet.
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Helpful service.
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Year-round
How easy it is to find what I need.
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Year-round
I enjoy the library atmosphere and the selection they offer.
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I need to use the Library more.
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I used it 10+ years ago but my current career development has changed
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its location and setting
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location
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Year-round
location
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Year-round
Location and atmosphere. Ability to borrow books from other libraries
through Prospector.
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Year-round
Location and space
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Nice setting and up to date inventory
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Staff
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Staff is exceptionally nice and helpful. Atmosphere is nice.
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Year-round
that it is there
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The kids' area and the children's story hours.
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Year-round
The staff, the ease of getting resources
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Year-round
Well kept, friendly, great views, great facilities
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Part-time
comfort, convenience, staff, selection, ease (mainly for my wife, a more
frequent user) of renewing online, etc
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Part-time
Comfortable and quiet
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Part-time
DVD collection, wonderful atmosphere for reading/computing, on-line
services
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Part-time
Friendliness, design
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Part-time
Great staff. Good selection of recently published books. One of the best
libraries in the state.
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Part-time
I don't visit the library.
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Part-time
Location
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Part-time
Staff, children's programs, books available
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Part-time
The ability to borrow books electronically
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Part-time
The building, the children's activities.
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Part-time
the staff (cricket, lori, and jo!)
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Part-time
Use it to borrow kindle books all the time. Beautiful place to spend a
couple of free hours.
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Don't know
Year-round
Convenient location.
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Don't know
Year-round
cozy atmosphere, friendly staff
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Don't know
Year-round
Easy
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Friendly, easy to use. Better than Avon.
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Year-round
Great facility
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Don't know
Year-round
I like that they offer things to do for children
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I love the various programs for the kids especially during the summer
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Year-round
its a cozy library and like the special events put on there
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
It's quiet and the library has a grand selection of periodicals.
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Don't know
Year-round
Love the programming! Staff is excellent.
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Don't know
Year-round
N/A
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Year-round
Staff is super helpful and friendly
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That it is there.
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Don't know
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That we have one.
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The employees at the front desk are terrific, helpful and really make the
library special. Computer availability is very helpful. Somewhat
unrelated to the library- There should be stronger and free internet
access outside of the CORE VAIL. ie. West Vail. Reception is pathetic.
Plenty of long term tax payers here.
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Don't know
Year-round
The friendly staff, and the large source of materials.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
The friendly staff, the wonderful ambiance of a beautiful building in a
tranquil setting. The fantastic programs - music, yoga, financial wellness
classes. Activities for kids - story hours, 3D printer.
Invite
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The location and setting. I rarely us the Vail Public Library at this time.
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Don't know
Year-round
The location, the people.
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Don't know
Year-round
The programs offered to the community
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
the space
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Year-round
They have great programs and a great library collection.
Invite
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Work only
My Mother visits often and has her own Library Card. She loves it. I have
not utilized it as much as I should. I do appreciate the availability of the
meeting rooms that can be reserved for use.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Don't use it.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Fireplace
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Location
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Location
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Story time for kids, newspapers/magazines for adults.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
When my kids were smaller they had really nice programs for them
Invite
Don't know
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only
atmosphere. Great library for the size of the town.
Invite
Don't know
Get mail
only
location, staff
Invite
Year-round
Convenient
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Year-round
easy access
Invite
Year-round
People!
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Part-time
We like their selection of audio books.
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Right
Year-round
Ability to get books from other participating libraries
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ability to get books from other sites
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atmosphere
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Year-round
Atmosphere
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Right
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atmosphere and cleanliness
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Right
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Atmosphere and librarians and events
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Right
Year-round
atmosphere, setting
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Right
Year-round
Atmosphere, setting, convenience, inventory, services.
Open
Right
Year-round
Being able to get books from other locations.
Open
Right
Year-round
Books and events for kids and adults . Staff are nice too.
Open
Right
Year-round
Children's Programs
Open
Right
Year-round
Convenient and nice space
Open
Right
Year-round
Everythimg!!!!!!!
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Right
Year-round
Everything
Open
Right
Year-round
Free books!
Open
Right
Year-round
Friendly staff, good variety/selection
Open
Right
Year-round
Good place to study or work.
Open
Right
Year-round
Great book selection! great group of librarians!
Open
Right
Year-round
Great selection of DVD films for folks staying in condos, magazine
selection, friendly staff, great setting and seating for relaxation—the
library is one of Vail's greatest assets.
Open
Right
Year-round
Great variety Friendly librarians
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Right
Year-round
How cozy and clean it is. Children's programs are great.
Open
Right
Year-round
I am used to libraries in much larger cities / counties that would normally
have everything I am looking for in stock. What I love about VPL is their
effort to bring in anything it is that I may be looking for whether it is in
stock or not. I can always count on getting the book I want within a few
days - which is fine with me!
Open
Right
Year-round
I like the email reminder service about when my items are due. I also like
that the 'new releases' in the movie section are separated out from the
general collection.
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Right
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I love the Vail Library. It's beautiful. However, I'm more likely to use the
Avon / Eagle library because they are on my regular route.
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I use Avon Libery
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Right
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It belongs to the inter library loan system and you can access materials
through other libraries.
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Right
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It is a beautiful, friendly, comfortable and welcoming libtary
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It's a great facility
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its a peaceful atmosphere by the river
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Year-round
It's atmosphere
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It's beautiful
Open
Right
Year-round
It's comfortable, Great Kids section, Friendly staff, community gathering
& carried events are wonderful.
Open
Right
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It's location, internet access, and surprising variety of books.
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Kid Friendly atmosphere with activities for children.
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Kindle books
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Right
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Lori Barnes and the Staff ... their outreach into the community!!!
Open
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Year-round
Lori is an excellent director and advocate for the library. The staff is
incredible. The library building is an excellent asset to the community.
Open
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Mrs. Cricket
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nice location and environment.
Open
Right
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Sadly, I have not been to the vail library in a few years.
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Right
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Staff is very friendly and helpful.
Open
Right
Year-round
the atmosphere
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The atmosphere and the staff. I am impressed that the Library has
engaged in other activities to bring in more residents.
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the bathroom
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The building is beautiful and we have an excellent collection
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The Children area. It is great for our 3 year old son.
Open
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The children's programs
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The childrens room and free wi-fi
Open
Right
Year-round
The children's section
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The collection is excellent, the programs offered are valuable; the staff
is very knowledgable and helpful.
Open
Right
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The facility is amazing. The staff is friendly and dedicated. It's a quiet
sanctuary for visitors, workers, and residents.
Open
Right
Year-round
The free computer access, access to online books, videos, etc through
Hoopla. And being able to get books from other libraries.
Open
Right
Year-round
The knowledge and friendliness of the staff and the children's programs.
Open
Right
Year-round
the Liberian's
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Right
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The new Tech center with 3D Printing and Photoshop.
Open
Right
Year-round
The newly remodeled building is great as are the staff. They always are
willing and able to assist me.
Open
Right
Year-round
The online selection of books and the classes they bring in.
Open
Right
Year-round
The play area for children
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The selection of materials
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The service, the facilities, the clean areas, and the variety of books.
Open
Right
Year-round
the staff
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The staff
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The staff is very helpful and the resources are more than adequate.
base this on rather limited use of the facility.
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Right
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The town librarian and her staff do excellent work. She brings in all of
these speciality forum groups for seminars type programs. Just terrific!!
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They have great programs, Lori Ann Barnes and her crew do a great job,
such variety!
Open
Right
Year-round
Very cozy and welcoming. Great place to work quietly.
Open
Right
Year-round
What's not to like. Pretty, comfortable and accessible
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Right
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An option for locals and visitors.
Open
Right
Work only
Atmosphere
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Right
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Easy parking, friendly staff. Great selection of new books.
Open
Right
Work only
Everything, we are blessed
Open
Right
Work only
great staff
Open
Right
Work only
I am concierge here in Vail and often suggest the Library's events to our
families in house and or non skiers.
Open
Right
Work only
I like some of the staff at the library, others -not so much. I had a not so
nice experience at the library and as a result I don't really have an urge
to go back.
Open
Right
Work only
It is small and welcoming.
Open
Right
Work only
Location
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Right
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The assistance and the comfort it provides.
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Right
Work only
the bathrooms
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the kid room is AWESOMEH! a highlight for many of our littlest visitors.
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The quietness of the library, the helpfulness of the staff, and the overall
warm atmosphere
Open
Right
Part-time
A quiet place to read newspapers and magazines. Free remote access to
books.
Open
Right
Part-time
art spaces
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Right
Part-time
Availability of materials, internet access, special programs and speakers
Open
Right
Part-time
Convenience, helpfulness of staff, computer availability
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Right
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Ease of access, long hours, a quiet place to go and relax.
Open
Right
Part-time
Frienly, provides easy access
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Right
Part-time
Great place to relax and take in a newspaper and coffee. When we were
renovating our home we spent a lot of time there.
Open
Right
Part-time
Helpful staff
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Right
Part-time
How peaceful and wonderful it is to go there and look for books on
travel, children's books and DVDs
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Right
Part-time
It is a terrific facility and the Director is knowledgeable and enthusiastic
and always bringing in new programs! The collection is superior and it is
a welcoming place.
Open
Right
Part-time
I've owned property in Vail for 20+ years, and I have been to the library
when my kids were still living with us, but as empty -nesters we don't use
the Library.
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Part-time
like it all
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Right
Part-time
Lori and the other librarians. The Best! They are always there and willing
to help in any way. The many programs offered for the many residents
and guests and volunteers that come to the library. Kudos!! PS the
wonderful Pam Hopkins building!
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Movie and TV series selection. Also free computer use.
Open
Right
Part-time
Quiet place to catch up with newspapers and magazines
Open
Right
Part-time
Some of the art exhibits
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Right
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The librarians are great. Friendly. Helpful. My grandson enjoys the
children's area.
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Right
Part-time
The movie collection. The availability of new books. The atmosphere, so
warm and cozy.
Open
Right
Part-time
The people and their helpfulness. Books on CD.
Open
Right
Part-time
The staff is very helpful.
Open
Right
Part-time
Videos, lounge, art and convenience of hours
Open
Right
Part-time
WONDERFUL LIBRARY AND STAFF
Open
Right
Own
business
only
access to books, magazines, etc., evening programs, Sale Nook,
Open
Right
Own
business
only
kids area, art across the hall
Open
Right
Get mail
only
reading nooks
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Right
Get mail
only
The friendly atmosphere and ease of using their services.
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Right
Get mail
only
The staff! Amazing book selection and I enjoy the inter -library system.
My children also love the library and I see the value it has added to their
reading selection which is partly due to the partnership with RSES. SO
GREAT that the children get to visit the library once a month.
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Right
art programs
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Wrong
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Audio books
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Wrong
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Awesome staff!
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Wrong
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Building..... peaceful and good location...... nice employees
Open
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Easily accessed.
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Wrong
Year-round
Easy availability of computers and easy to use book look -up Evening
events at the library
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Wrong
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Everything
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Wrong
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It's comfy. Great place to chill. It needs a Starbucks though in there.
Open
Wrong
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It's ease of access of everything.
Open
Wrong
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Kids offerings
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Location, setting along the creek, the over -flow rooms for meetings and
events.
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Wrong
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music and lecture
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Wrong
Year-round
The staff, the collection, the ambiance, programs, being welcomed and
appreciated as a volunteer.
Open
Wrong
Work only
its location
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Wrong
Work only
Material good
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Wrong
Work only
the view
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Wrong
Part-time
Comfortable.
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Wrong
Part-time
It's peaceful and in a lovely setting.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Location and periodical/papers.
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Open
Wrong
Part-time
That it's available as a resource for our visitors.
Open
Wrong
Own
business
only
beautiful location. Kids programs. A place for visitors or locals when not
much else is available, so hopefully available in the off season.
Open
Wrong
Get mail
only
Nice location & size.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Great selection. Friendly staff. Quiet study rooms.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I have heard that the children's programs are good.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I have only used the library when babysitting
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I love the atmosphere of the library: the seating to hang out and read,
the art, the fireplace. I know i said earlier that vail had no book store, but
the used book nook in the library is the closest thing we have in vail, so i
do purchase books there quite frequently.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
location and selection
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Location and the helpful staff
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Location, helpfulness of staff.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Magazines. Online presence. Yoga. Book and art and knit events. Staff is
really nice. Comfortable place. Easy to get to.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Nice staff. Clean. Quiet.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Peacefulness
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Selection
Open
Don't know
Year-round
small, quiet, peaceful like a library should be
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Story time. Windows! Nice furniture. Friendly people at front desk.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
The facility
Open
Don't know
Year-round
The selection of books, DVDs, CD's and especially audio books is great.
The programming is something I try to take advantage of as much as I
can. The art exhibits
Open
Don't know
Work only
Everything
Open
Don't know
Work only
Everything.
Open
Don't know
Work only
Friendly welcoming staff that don't mind having children around
Open
Don't know
Part-time
All excellent, like programs, books, librarians very positive, excellent on
line program
Open
Don't know
Part-time
Friendly service, film availability
Open
Don't know
Part-time
I love the library and did use it when my kids were younger. I almost
went there this last visit, but didnt end up needing to.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
Location
Open
Don't know
Part-time
the staff is very friendly and helpful. For our size the resources are
great, It is a pleasant place to be in , so I recommend to non -skiing
visitors that they go there to take advantage of the papers , magazines,
pleasant place to read by the fire„ interesting programs Great job by all
Open
Don't know
Part-time
wonderful programs, great book and movie selection, very inviting
Open
Don't know
Own
business
only
cleanliness and staff.
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easy access
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Year-round
Employees are very knowledgeable and helpful
Open
Year-round
The friendly staff.
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What Should We Add/Offer/Change at the Library?
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Add borrowing magazines from the library like the Avon Library allows.
Invite
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Year-round
ALL full time residence should be able to check out the same number of
items as land owners. I probably provide more for the town than most
property owners, but I'm discriminated against because I can't afford to
own my own place (though I'd like to). Pure discrimination.
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Right
Year-round
better library exchange services with State-wide libraries.
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Right
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Continue with the forward thinking of the Library, its programs and
initiatives.
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free movies
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Right
Year-round
Great.
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Right
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I find it objectionable that the entire library staff is female. Our town
should be embarrassed by the obvious sex discrimination going on in the
library.
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I think its great!
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I think that the library's location is amazing and that they should put a
little cafe in the back that has tables out by the creek. It could serve
coffee and sandwiches or something and would probably do really well
especially in the summer.
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I wish the fireplace was bigger and there was more seating inside.
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It would be nice if the staff members would identify themselves when
they answer the phone as other TOV departments do.
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Just be who you are , a great public library.
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More cd audio.
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More classes for kids!
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More classes/ lectures
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More a -books
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More evenings with authors, or lecturer -lead book discussions.
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more up to date movie selections, also available online.
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More young adult/teen books. Selection is low lately.
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Nothing
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remodel the entry to the library.
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seems good right now
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Some more guest lecturers possibly actors !!
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I would like to see an expansion of the'honor system' book case
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more children's events
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Work only
More children's programs, speakers, authors etc.
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Work only
NA
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Work only
Nothing
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Work only
Nothing, it's great.
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Part-time
Continue adding e -books
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Part-time
Don't have any ideas.
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I don't know what the future of libraries is. I don't think people use
books much any longer for research as newer data is available on line.
Even literature is downloadable. Reading to children is still very
important but you can't base a library system on just that.
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It's very nice now, and I wouldn't change much
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Part-time
Like being able to check out e -books.
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Part-time
More artwork
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Part-time
More drop offs for videos/books places in Vail area.
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Part-time
More ebook offerings.
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Part-time
more maps
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Part-time
more movies for kids
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Part-time
nothing
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Right
Part-time
Nothing
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Part-time
Perhaps moving the internet computers to a more enclosed corner, so as
to keep the solitude in the rest of the library. The users of the
computers tend to be a bit louder than patrons browsing or reading.
Understanding budgets are sometimes limited, perhaps do a DVD drive
to increase the number of movie/TV offerings. Lots of people have
converted to streaming and are likely to want to find an outlet for their
old DVDs. Love the honor books. I'm certain that there are more out
there than are offered at any one time in the front of the library.
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possibly promote classes for possibly yoga or hobby activities
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Variety of classes
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Part-time
With the internet, I frankly don't see the need for the library
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Part-time
Would love to see more educational talks about geology; book meetings
(i.e. librarian recommending 6 summer reads for children ages 7-9, etc.);
authors' talk; how-to seminars (home renovations, maintaining a
vacation home, etc.)
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Right
Own
I don't know if you have ebooks for lending - that would be good in case
business
you can't finish the borrowed book prior to the end of vacation.
only
Invite
Right
Get mail
More children story hours
only
Invite
Right
Get mail
nothing..... its a great facility across from the ice arena. I did take my
only
grandchildren there last summer and they have library cards
Invite
Right
I never have the correct information when I am there to get a card.
Invite
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A better web site. I would like a better way to search for books.
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Any chance of specified library parking?
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Continue to add more electronic content (books, movies, magazines).
Also, keep adding events and courses to learn how to use information
resources.
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Easier parking. Better website - very difficult to navigate. Ability to
check out a book even if you forgot your library card - give name,
address, show ID. Allow more than the homeowner on the deed to have
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the resident privileges - my long term partner is not on the deed, so he
does not get the same terms I get for borrowing materials.
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Free coffee
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I know its the digital age... but more books... less computers
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Let locals put a hold on DVDs.
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More current books
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More movies
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Nothing
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please ask them to not be so rude about closing time. they are always
trying to get you out 30 minutes before closing. closing means the
library closes. Not employees leaving.
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Part-time
In today's world the library is of reduced value...
Invite
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Part-time
More and finer books. It takes a long time to get books through the
library's inter -library loan system.
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Wrong
Part-time
More children's story times
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Part-time
No
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Wrong
Part-time
Offer a book return receptacles in Vail Village and Lionshead.
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Part-time
Perfect!
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Part-time
things are okay
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Part-time
Wait times for electronic books are often quite long - more copies
should be allowed
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Author meet and greets? Keep yoga, and offer it on different days and
times
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Increased time limits for internet if there are computers available. I
understand the need for limits to offer access to the maximum number
of patrons, but if that's not an issue I would like to see time limits
extended based on the librarian's discretion.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
nothing
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Nothing
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Time for programs changed to a time more convenient. Not at the
dinner hour.
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Don't know
Year-round
Validated parking as an option when using the library; or a designated
free parking area for the library
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
I frankly forget about using them. Some e-mail or outreach as reminders
would be nice.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
The library is perfect as is to me
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It would be nice to have a quite experience at the library. The front desk
staff talks so loud that you can hear their conversation throughout the
entire library. Also whoever works in the back office conducts their
phone calls on speaker. That also echo's throughout the back reading
areas. It is distracting.
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?
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a quiet area for studying
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Add a coffee bar
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Right
Year-round
Additional free courses in languages and technology.
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Year-round
Being able to check out items even if I've forgotten my library card. At
the Avon library, they can look my card up by my driver's license and still
check things out without having to get a new card. It would also be
REALLY nice to increase the number of checked out items allowed from 5
to 10 for those who do not have a Colorado driver's license but are more
than just tourists or vacationers (e.g. seasonal workers who are here for
a few months, interns who are here for a year, etc.). A corresponding
increase in the movie checkout limit would be a bonus.
Open
Right
Year-round
can't think of a thing
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Right
Year-round
I miss the old homey feel of the library
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Right
Year-round
I think it's great!
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Right
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I wish it was connected to the Avon, Eagle, Gypsum library system.
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I would like to learn more about the libraries 3-D printing services.
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Right
Year-round
I would like to see the Vail Public Library join the Eagle county library
system. Linda Tillson does a great job.
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Right
Year-round
Like it as is
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Right
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Longer hours on weekends and Fridays.
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Meeting spots for small meetings... maybe an attached cafe?
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More books availability
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More books in different languages.
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Right
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more classical/string quartet music throughout the week, maybe outside
on the lawn by the river?
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Right
Year-round
More evening programs. More effort to get under -50 crowd interested.
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Right
Year-round
More kids events
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Right
Year-round
More new releases
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Right
Year-round
More winter activities. I love the garden programs and building activities.
Programs that connect the professionals of vail to the kids here would
be nice.
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Right
Year-round
Multiple copies of popular films to prevent huge waiting lists for new
releases.
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Right
Year-round
No snoring
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Right
Year-round
None
Open
Right
Year-round
nothing
Open
Right
Year-round
The movie rental can get expensive if you keep the movies too long. We
stopped borrowing movies from the library because we were always late
& ended up paying too much. Perhaps more movies could be purchased
& the return policy could be loosened up.
Open
Right
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N/A
Open
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Work only
nothing
Open
Right
Work only
Nothing.
Open
Right
Work only
Treat all guests with openness/respect. Don't look at a person and make
assumptions about them or have negative thoughts because that
person looks different than they do.
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Access to 3D printer once instructed on it's use.
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Part-time
Add a coffee shop.
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Part-time
Great folks
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Part-time
I can't believe they do as much as they do. Amazing resource !! PARKING
for handicap.
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Right
Part-time
I would like there to be a free magazine bin outside where the free
books are so I can recycle my magazines to another person. My library
at home has a whole shelf where they put books for free and users also
take and leave books and magazines. These are taken out of circulation
books that they don't think would sell In their books for sale area.
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Right
Part-time
Keep on doing what is being done!
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Right
Part-time
More access to 3D printer, Maybe a programing class
Open
Right
Part-time
More availability to 3D printer. Possibly classes on 3D programing
Open
Right
Part-time
More basic computer courses for Dynosaurs'
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Part-time
more cd movies to loan out
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Right
Part-time
More computer courses for older citizens.
Open
Right
Part-time
Not a thing!
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Right
Part-time
Nothing
Open
Right
Own
business
only
I go to the library about 4x a year but the question above only asks per
month
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Right
Own
business
only
More online access when getting books. If I don't have my card I am out
of luck.
Open
Right
Get mail
only
I think the team has done a wonderful job of balancing the number of
additional activities offered at the library.
Open
Right
Get mail
only
more book options, larger variety of music CDs
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Year-round
book clubs/discussions ... maybe some classes??
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Wrong
Year-round
Kids programs...
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more
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More access to rent a space for 1 time meetings or events.
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More adult daytime programs
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Nothing!
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Year-round
Nothing.
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Year-round
Staff is not always friendly
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Better axcess
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more research specialists who can support local schools
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Wrong
Part-time
It's fine the way it is.
Open
Wrong
Get mail
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Nothing.
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Don't know
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Be able to borrow more items at once. Encouraging the book club more.
Open
Don't know
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I would like to see some desks in the far back computer area. There is
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space to put some. I like to go to the library to write and sometimes it
can be challenging to find a desk that doesn't have a computer on it to
just set up my stuff,
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Maker space later I'm day I'm season. Earlier in summer
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Sounds shallow, but increase number of available e -book subscriptions
for currently popular books.
Open
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NO
Open
Don't know
Work only
Same opening hours every day.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
more a -book offerings
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Part-time
more funding. I don't have a specific idea what to spend it one, but
rather trust the staff to spend it well since they keep adding more good
things
Q. 28: Do you have any further comments or suggestions concerning library services?
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Because of my background as a librarian at public libraries prior to
moving to Vail, I think it is a great facility for the size of our Town.
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Children's and family programing is priceless! Also, love the art displays
in the community room!
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Good job!
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I enjoy the yoga and the concerts. I am lucky to have such a good
library.
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I have friends that use and LOVE our library. Thanks for making it such a
wonderful place.
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I left my library card at home one day, the librarian knew me, and I have
my library card memorized but she still would not let me check out
anything. I rode my bike in from home just to go to the library and she
was super rude to me. I just didn't expect her not to let me check out
any materials when I have my library card memorized and my taxes pay
for her services. I've lived here for nine years and owned a home for
seven years so I expected a higher level of service.
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I use the Avon one! :-)
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just don't use very much with google searches and online reading
material
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More instruction on how to better use the computers.
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My dad uses the library often and speaks very highly of it.
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No
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No, keep up the good job!
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Sometimes the librarians aren't very friendly
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The library should give me a job so it would have at least one person
who speaks Spanish on staff.
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The Vail public library is a jewel in our town, we have enjoyed it through
many years as our children have grown up here.
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They do a great job.
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no
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Work only
none
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Our staff uses the library extensively and it is VERY MUCH appreciated
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I do not often use it - mostly during summer visits. But I do appreciate it.
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I feel like a small ad in the paper with a blurb about a book. Maybe
written by a local upon returning a book. How about a quick voluntary
interview, 2 min. Did you like the book you are returning. If yes, why?
Just a sentence. And, then ask if you can quote with name OR quote
without name. The quote would go in the same little corner of the Vail
Daily so people could get used to looking for it. OR just use quote that
comes with the book. Focus on adult books but maybe a childrens' book
would get some parents in. Or, how about: Let's do SUDUKO night!
Or, let's do KEN KEN night. Or, Put on a TEAM crossword puzzle
contest. 3 or 4 on a team. Bring your team of form one at the library.
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I strongly support the Library even though I do not use it regularly.
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Im part time and with the internet really haven't had a need to use the
library.
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keep up the good work
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Know it is a changing use so stay with the times.
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No
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no, thank you
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Sometimes the high number of people sleeping in the library is a little
strange.
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We will have to take advantage of the library and what it has to offer.
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Would like more information on events occurring at the Vail Library.
only
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Every time I have used the library it's been great!
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Great staff and I liked that AARP offered tax help last year. Why are they
not here this year?
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Keep up the good work!
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printing never works and no one knows how to help?
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Terrible lighting; a major oversight by those planning. Moving the check
out desk to a position crowding the entry and in a confronting position
to guests, just bad planning.
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There used to be more interaction between librarians and patrons. Now
they rarely even say'hi' to you.
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I never think to use the library even though I use the library system in
Denver a lot. I will have to remember the Vail library.
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I would love to use the Vail library but I honestly don't even think about
it. My only concern would be if I could return a book somewhere in
Denver through my local library system.
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Love it!
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no
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Tell the librarians to smile. Some of them need to visit The Green Mile
and get their happy funk on!
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Part-time
Can a part time resident get a library card and use the Vail Public Library
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Part-time
I fully support funding the Library even though I rarley use it.
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Part-time
the library staff is wonderful and helpful..... this past year I have not been
in there but have had houseguests use the library ... one actually booked
a conference room for a conference call..... its a great asset
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None
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See above
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Right
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A gem for tourists and locals!
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Don't cut a single cent from their budget!
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Right
Year-round
I am sure that I can download to my kindle but I have not done so using
the Vail Library. I have do it using the Eagle County Library system
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Right
Year-round
I like watching Lori Ann Barnes on TV8 talking about their upcoming
events, speakers, programs, Children's story time, etc.
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Right
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I should use it more!
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I use Eagle County Library District because I drive right up to Avon
Library. Park & walk in Vail is more of a hassle
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Right
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Just needs to have a better overall collection. Would also like it (the
Library) to focus on a specific topic to increase visibility... like an expert
area in ski/snowboard or mountaineering or exploring the west.
Something that gives it distinction!
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Right
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Lori Barnes does an excellent job running the library.
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LOVE the library!!
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More computers for children
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Year-round
no
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nope. Keep up the great work!
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Right
Year-round
Perfect
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They are very friendly and there is always space available when I want to
do some studyi,g there.
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Right
Year-round
We love the Vail Library.
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Right
Work only
No
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Right
Part-time
An asset we will use as we spend much more time in Vail in the near
future.
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Right
Part-time
DON'T CHANGE A THING
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Part-time
I have been going to the Vail Library for over twenty years and it is better
than ever!!
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Part-time
I want to volunteer there.
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Part-time
Keep it up! One of the very best parts of Vail!
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Right
Part-time
No
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Right
Part-time
Sometimes I think books are taken out of circulation too quickly
especially when there is plenty of shelf space.
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Right
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only
Even though I have gaps between visits in Vail, they make it very easy to
renew my card when I return to Vail.
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Parking can obviously be an issue in the winter months. I try not to park
only
at the structure very often because I find that 2 hours can fly by when
I'm in the library enjoying the quiet time.
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Right
Year-round
i have used it about once every six months
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Wrong
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Keep up the great work
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Wrong
Part-time
Change the policy to look up members card -- wouldn't allow checkout
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when card forgotten. A simple lookup on the computer would be easy
for them to access!
Open
Wrong
Own
the availability of digital services for those who wouldn't otherwise have
business
access is a great egalitarian function of libraries today
only
Chamonix project, please keep the momentum going and trying new
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Don't know
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I would like to see the library open earlier during peak season. If you
have to rely on the bus as your transportation source that usually means
it doesn't coincide with your schedule. It would be nice to have a place
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to go and wait before you have to go and work.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
WE ARE SO LUCKY TO HAVE SUCH A GREAT LIBRARY AND STAFF
Q. 29: Any comments on your responses about community priorities, issues and
opportunities?
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3. Budget & Capitol Mgt 4. Parking opps for Residents 5. Economic
Vitality 6. Tie: Transportation needs Guest Relations Customer
Service
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Affordable housing is in my mind the biggest issue. VRBO has replaced a
lot of the long term rentals in Vail. It feels like every year there are less
families living in Vail.
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After my first 2 priorities it was not possible to bring any others from left
to right....
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Again, Vail has a huge opportunity to create housing solutions that work
and can be modeled throughout resorts communities. Don't stop at the
Chamonix project, please keep the momentum going and trying new
things. The county needs housing, be sure to have the next plan in the
works. And without a healthy financial climate, the rest of the
programs can't be a priority. Keep it up!
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All of these could and should be priorities... good list.
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by heating intown streets the town is not setting a good example for
environmental responsibility and energy use.
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Didn't show on my phone properly!
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Environmental issues encompass Gore Creek enhancement and
protection.
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Housing for locals in Vail is critical to maintain the future of Vail as a
town and not just a ski resort.
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I think that the Town may have to do more to support a vibrant business
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community in Vail as VR focuses more on Utah, which I expect to be
about a 10 year window; we have a gem, but we may need to promote
and protect it more carefully as the ski operator focuses elsewhere. I
support facilities and services investment, and events also, to the extent
that they *demonstrably* enhance our national and international
reputation (i.e. Burton and ski racing), our long term guest goals (Bravo) ,
or are otherwise truly first rate. Also, the protection of Gore Creek was a
VERY close 3dr place choice.
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Lived in a Vail for a while- have noticed lots of impacts to the Gore,
cutting trees, poor restoration after bridge construction on TOV projects.
Please invest in riparian restoration and creek habitat restoration post -
construction.
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No
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The economic vitality and fiscal management are critical to keep Vail in a
leadership position
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The other BIG ISSUE I see is the 170 highway noise.
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Vail housing in Eagle -Vail will never happen. We need to find spots in
Vail or build existing higher
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Vail is a resort town and because of that it needs to focus on developing
events and increase visitors to the town. I do feel that real
environmental sustainability efforts (Gore Creek, Air Quality) need to
have real teeth behind them. We cannot simply call our community
'environmentally friendly' or'pristine' if we are not prepared to mitigate
the negative impacts of increased visitors and traffic.
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Vail should become a leader in environmental and conservation
programs. This would include the Gore Creek program.
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We live in the mountains and must learn to honor the animals and
plants that live here.
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with the chamonix property going in (a good thing) I am concerned with
impact to those of us who live on Chamonix to the east. There has been
and big increase of traffic. People who live to the west of the chamonix
property avoid the roundabouts and drive to buffer creek on chamonix.
The speeds through there need to be controlled. Also no sidewalks are
available so people walking to the bus stops from safeway and city
market are always on the lookout for fast vehicles. someone is going to
get hit.
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Environmental Sustainability is right there
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Health of Gore creek is essential to our town and it's health. Employee
housing continues to be problematic as rents rise and the town needs
more workers seasonally and year round.
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i would like to not sell out Vail to the Mexican residents. They're not the
friendliest people
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All are areas of importance but feel we need to make the town
accountable for expenditures and keep the budget! Also if guests are
hassled by parking before they even get anywhere than you start off on
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the wrong foot. They come here to avoid the hassles in bigger cities so
lets give them a small town good experience.
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Does not seem to be working
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For Vail to remain attractive, protection of its best assets, the
environment and the creek, is essential
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HOUSING FOR LOW -MODERATE INCOME FAMILIES AND SEASONAL
EMPLOYEES
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I know housing for local workers has to be a priority but you specify
Chamonix which is going to affect the bus I use (Meadow Creek). I would
rather see the town invest in something down valley (Eagle Vail or
Edwards) for the workers and provide bus service.
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It seems to me that Vail's financial situation is good at the moment, so I
put these improvements as highest priority. Also, I think that these 2
things can be improved without huge expenditures, are very important
to the success of Vail.
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It's tough to just pick two. A successful government takes care of ALL
important issues and strikes a good balance addressing all of them, while
dealing with limited resources.
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Keep Vail fiscally healthy by keeping the budget down - not by raising
taxes.
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No
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no, thank you
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Our most pressing environmental problem is the noise pollution from
the highway.
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Protect the environment
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The environment is our future
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There MUST be increased affordable housing available for the talented
and hard-working employees or the Town and Vail Resorts. If they
cannot find safe and affordable housing, the quality of the TOV
experience will decline. There will be a worker shortage and therefore a
service issue if people cannot afford to live close to where they work.
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To me, without guests and economic vitality, you won't have the funds
to meet all the demands of the town.
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Vail should have as much free parking as Avon does for BC
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We're building way too much; at this rate, it won't be any open space
left from East Vail to the Dow Junction!
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So many of these are important, but economics (wide gamut of issues
business
impact this) and environmental sustainability (to include taking care of
only
Gore Creek) are at the top of my list.
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Vail mountain ticket prices are to high. They are making it too
business
expensive to come to Vail to ski. Rentals have decreased.
only
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Keeping Vail competitive and people visiting the town are a large part of
only
Vail's vitality-- and the creek is one of Vail's greatest assets.
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I find it troubling that even workers who apply for, and own, deed
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restricted housing are still renting out rooms to assist with their
mortgage. Vail Mountain should worry about keeping Vail competitive,
the Town of Vail should be supporting the existing residents.
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No
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parking for visitors/guests would be like 1b ! but you don't offer the 3rd
choice .
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The more people who visit Vail the bigger a strain is put on gore creek
and the environment here in general. Glad to see the town offers these
subjects as priorities.
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The setback from Gore Creek and creeks feeding the Gore should be at
least 50 feet
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Tired of 'guests' being the priority'. There is no community in keeping
guests happy
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Town should be involved with housing on land outside of Vail.
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We need parking We need to be able to live in town
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Government should not be in the housing business or legislating much of
how the public lives in town (i.e. forcing people to recycle)
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Please SLOW down Vail Trail 'Renovation'. The focus has always been on
Vail's economy, it's time to please focus more on the local PEOPLE. You
are losing many great people from working here!!
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At present, I place a very high priority on the planting of evergreen trees
in front of the new & old employee housing and along the highway on
both sides in West Vail. Please do something to improve the beauty and
wholesomeness of this side of town.
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Gore Creek is a high priority but I am concerned the Town is going to go
after the resident because that is easy target versus taking on CDOT, the
town itself, and Vail Recreation District which is probably 95% of the
problem.
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The town has focused on Vail Resorts for so long and has ignored the
residents of the town. It is time the town begin to refocus on the needs
of its residents.
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Vail is getting overburdened. It's time to focus on what made Vail such a
beautiful valley and get back to basics.
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Full winter bus schedule as soon as the mountain opens.
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It is important to keep in mind the full time residents when building new
structures and not just how much money and taxes can be made.
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no
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The actions being taken re Gore Creek are inconsistent and do not take
sufficient notice of the pollution from the 1-70 particularly all the mag
chloride mountains on the bike path.
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We need housing options and have needed them since I moved here 20
years ago. Not just in Vail. It only seems to be a priority when it
becomes a crisis and then we still have to wait for solutions to come to
fruition which is too late.
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Without parking or the environment there is no Vail.
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Above question would only allow me to drag 2 choices; 3.
Transportation needs. 4. Gore Creek. 5. Environmental sustainability. 6.
Guest relations. 7. Budget, etc. 8. Economic vitality. 9. Housing
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If the voting residents of Vail do not see the community as a resort
community, but rather as a retirement or vacation community, then
town goals and objectives will change.
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There was no cost effective way to get from Vail to the front range
before Bustang.
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will not let me add the rest of the reply's in order but parking is my
highest priority then transportation (buses)
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Vail is nothing without continued strong visitor numbers
only
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Not really, only that we MUST maintain the environment in order to
attract guests to the area AND we must treat the guests properly in
order to get them to return WITH their friends
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The other items are equally as important. However, if you can't provide
the parking and transportation for all the guests, visitors and residents
you leave guests and locals with a negative experience. I hate seeing our
guests walking in ski boots up and down the frontage roads. Some as far
as Donovan park.
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Wildlife is still being slaughtered on i70!!! Fences!!!!!!!!
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By parking opportunities.... I don't mean build another structure and
charge them $100/car... I mean build something FREE. 2nd. It doesn't
make sense that most of the people that work in Vail have to live in
Gypsum. Seriously, Gypsum and Eagle have built thriving communities
using the money the Town of Vail pays its employees since they had to
move down valley and spend it all there. It was a bad move from the
start. One section of Vail should be entirely reserved for employees (and
it can't be trashy apartments, this are high quality employees and they
will need nice housing).
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Economic Vitality is a tie with environmental sustainability. would like
to see TOV develop wildlife corridors along Sandstone Creek under 170.
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Great transportation systems should alleviate some of the need for more
and more and more parking.
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Housing has become a huge issue with rent prices sky rocketing in the
past 2 years. Affordable housing is IMPORTANT. Gore creek is also a
great natural and economic resource that needs to be managed and
sustained more efficiently.
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I am perplexed by the seeming lack of coordination and cooperation
between the TOV and VR. VR seems totally uninterested in providing
affordable housing for it's employees. In a perfect world this should be a
symbiotic relationship. I don't understand why the old, and decaying,
employee housing units remain standing. The construction of the new
units was long overdue and should be expanded so as to replace the
remaining older buildings
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I feel that Aspen, Telluride, Summit, Winter Park, and even Avon have
more going on than Vail. More live music!
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Let's impress our guests when they come and keep them coming back. A
fiscally strong town can afford to be generous when it counts most.
Keep the town financially strong.
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Right
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Let's keep this Mountain environment alive and thriving.
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Right
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Many working class citizens have no where to live. I've noticed the
quality of workers has gone down because we don't have the pool of
workers to choose from because there is no where for them to live. I
know many people who didn't stay this winter from last because they
couldn't find or afford housing. Without workers, service will suffer,
business won't be able to stay open, tourists will try another resort if the
level of service isn't there.
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Right
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More than just houses for middle income families, middle income
apartments would also be nice for those who live and work here but
could afford an entire house.
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Right
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no
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Not really sure if we need the 1-70 underpass at its cost. Not the best
decision as we all know there will be added budget expenses as well.
Also, the new Golf Course building was a total bust..probably more a
criticism of poor leadership at the time with the Vail Rec Board.
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Staffing is difficult because parking and housing is tough. They're related.
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The other items seem to take care of themselves. It is these two areas -
because they have 'less of a voice' that should be given more weight in
the coming years.
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Right
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Two of my co-workers in my department of the school district are
homeless. Housing and homelessness issues are significant enough that
middle class people are homeless. (According to McKenny-Vento
definition.
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Vail needs to house its workers!
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Vail should take a leadership role in environmental sustainability, which
automatically includes the protection of Gore Creek and what is left of
the 'natural ' character of the Gore Range. People come here to find and
appreciate these qualities. If we come to resemble the places these
visitors come from we loose our SOUL. We should strive to inspire our
guest to return to their homes with more respect for nature and the
geophysical systems that make life on this planet possible.
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Right
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can we get some signs for International and covered bridges telling
people the river is not a wishing well, its probably THEIR drinking water
so please don't pollute it with coins.
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Right
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Guest relations and service will naturally become better with more
housing and year round employees.
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Right
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I think that housing should not be provided in town. As i mentioned
earlier in the survey the TOV has operated a slum for years they owned
Timber Ridge. There are options for housing out by gypsum. Nothing
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says housing has to be on million dollar property.
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like any business Vail has to be fiscally responsible. The town also needs
to continue to evolve to stay in a position of competiveness
Open
Right
Work only
Most important thing I see for Vail is, that like any good business, the
town must remain fiscally responsible. Vail must also keep improving,
reinventing and investing in events that help with that
Open
Right
Work only
No
Open
Right
Work only
The project on the gore will not go away as long as we are putting
chemicals on our roads. We need to find other organic solutions to ice &
road maintenance to keep our water clean.
Open
Right
Part-time
More frequent bus service (at least on the half hour) for East Vail - it is
growing and needs it! It would mean more business in Vail village! In off
season, my friends and I sometimes don't make even one trip over. Who
wants to finish dinner at 9:05 and wait an hour for a bus?!
Open
Right
Part-time
My third choice is making sure employees can commute within a
reasonable distance to Vail with cheap Transpo and reasonable housing
costs. Do not become Aspen. Other areas are rated neutral because I
think TOV is doing a decent job so keep it up.
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Right
Part-time
No
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Right
Part-time
Ten years ago Vail always ranked 1 or 2 in skier surveys. It's slipped
considerably. That's why I put an emphasis on guest relations.
Open
Right
Part-time
We have to make a good work force possible and without housing, this
cannot happen. We need places for people to congregate for
entertainment and meetings. That will keep visitors coming and the
economy continue to grow.
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Right
Own
Hello ... where is the housing for seniors?
business
only
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Right
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I feel it's necessary to maintain natural resources so those who enjoy the
only
mountain life and it's beauty continues even at the expense of
commercialism. Safety, beauty of the natural resources offered in Vail
are what I call 'my happy place'
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Wrong
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Again, the roads in this town are an enviormental bad joke! Use the
street sweeper in E Vail in winter when roads are not snow packed. Also
it n the parking structures
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Fire creek is up there. It's already pretty awesome, we need to keep it
that way
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Housing and parking for employees should be a priority
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Wrong
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Housing is in a crisis. If it is not fixed, eventually, we will not have a
functioning community as workers cannot afford to live here.
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Wrong
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Please note my first comment of this survey- vail does not care enough
about providing housing for its working class families. You might get
lucky and find a studio or 1 bedroom condo somewhat close by, but you
literally have to move to Gypsum or Dotsero to find any sort of proper
family living.
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Taxis should not be $80 to get from Vail to Avon.
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Wrong
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The town needs to walk it's talk on the creek. The problems were
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exacerbated when the heated streets went in. Going after homeowners
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for the 'riparian area' while allowing the golf course to fertilize and mow
right up to the bank is bullshit.
Open
Wrong
Work only
It cost to much to live and work here. Minimal effort is put in to help the
resident workers. This needs to change.
Open
Wrong
Work only
The visitors will continue to come, but you need to make things
affordable for the year round community in order to create a 'real' and
established community that will anchor and keep this community
healthy and stable.
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Wrong
Work only
Vail has to start caring more about service and low/middle income
residents sooner than later. Costs of living are spiraling. Does TOV want
all employees to have to live in leadville?
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Wrong
Part-time
Subsidized housing is a joke. Why do our tax dollars go to subsidize Vail
Resorts et al because they don't pay their workers enough to live here?
It's real simple - if people can't afford it, they won't stay and the rates
will increase.
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Wrong
Own
actually, my number one priority would be to have a rec district that
business
would allow us to have a disc golf course like a real town. The one on the
only
mountain is wonderful but is private. A town course would allow a lot
more use. The Peninsula in Frisco administered by their rec dept is a
wonderful place with an incredible amount of use.
Open
Wrong
, dumb survey, did you hire the Fail daily to make this survey?
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Can't see a right-hand list. Highest priority is local mid -income housing.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I-70 NOISE MITIGATION!!!!!! ENFORCE THE SPEED LIMITS!!!!
Open
Don't know
Year-round
The survey would nit allow me to drag budget and capital management
to the right as the third priority.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
if parking cost more it would dampen demand and make it more
available for those who truly need it
Open
Don't know
Part-time
it's tough to rank these. Economic vitality is of course very important as
well.
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Year-round
Senior housing needs should also be included. They may now be retired
and not working. They still should be able to qualify for housing
opportunities.
Q. 31: What type of enclosed community/cultural facility would you like to see
created, and what types of activities would you want to accommodate there?
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A community rec center. Gym, pool etc.
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Right
Year-round
A conference center, arena, multi purpose facility.
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Right
Year-round
A cultural, educational, performing arts, concert venue, enclosed,
theater style seating, state of the art technology
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Right
Year-round
a multiuse convention facility
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A place to be able to hold concerts indoors with a stage and also to hold
workshops.
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Right
Year-round
An enclosed year round event/conference center that can be used for
concerts, corporate events, and community events.
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Right
Year-round
As mentioned before, a Vilar type facility, but that may be not feasible
when Vilar as it is. Something bigger than Donavon, which is a great
facility to many events.
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Right
Year-round
Attractive and centrally located conference facility, not an over size
convention center. The best location is the east end of the Lionshead
parking structure - centrally located and convenient to both Vail Village
and Lionshead.
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Right
Year-round
Better /more affordable gym
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between lionshead and cascade conferences
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Right
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builidng that could have multiple purposes, including large meeting
spaces. Donovan is really the only space we have right now, except for
hotel ballroom space.
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Right
Year-round
Center for Seniors Pool
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Year-round
Concerts
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Right
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Concerts, Lectures, Speakers, Conferences that bring visitors to Vail
during non -peak times.
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Right
Year-round
Conference center with breakout rooms so that groups could hold
regional and national meetings in Vail.
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Right
Year-round
Conference center, which has been brought up numerous time over the
past couple of decades.
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Right
Year-round
Conference with high tech capability to accommodate medical and
technical meetings. Location should be on the east end of Lionshead
parking structure - centrally located between Vail and Lionshead villages.
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Don't know
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Educational/Cultural facility.
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Even though it has been voted down before, the TOV needs a modest
Rec center with pool. We have to drive to Avon or Gypsum for our kids
to access a pool. As for the Congress Hall, I'm not sure that we need to
become a town dependant on the large convention business.
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Right
Year-round
Expand Donovan
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Flexible Meeting Space different in size to what is offered in hotels, so as
not to compete, but enhance their efforts ... not too 'specialized' or to
'world class'...this limits usability, either because of cost or because of
the needs of group.
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I don't know
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I think of the amazing opportunities that the Ford Amphitheater
provides in the summer, and how amazing it would be if there was a
place to provide that year round. The space between the lions head
parking structure and the ice area could be utilized perhaps. I know this
is expensive and there are many wonderful facilities already though.
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I think we need some sort of gym/rec center in Vail. It would be
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something for tourist to do on a bad weather day or when they need a
break from skiing but also a place for families to hang out and build a
community. Right now we have to drive to Edwards or even
Eagle/Gypsum to attend any large family events or use the pool. When
you go to those events or rec centers you feel a sense of community that
Vail seems to lack.
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Year-round
I would like to see a recreation center most of all.
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Right
Year-round
I would want to accommodate recreational activities., and maybe family
activities, community activities to interact with other people from the
community
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Right
Year-round
If you are talking about a convention or conference center, we've
already gone that route. As a property manager we collected a lodging
tax for the Town to fund it and the community voted it down. The
feeling was that the conference center could not support itself and
would be too expensive to maintain and run. I don't know that anything
haschanged.
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Right
Year-round
If you make a convention center, make it big enough to work.
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Right
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Indoor tennis! Indoor pool!
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Right
Year-round
It would be nice to have a facility that could accommodate speakers and
musicians
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Right
Year-round
It would be nice to have a place like the Vilar Center in Vail. Cascade has
the empty space which has been empty for years. Not sure why?
Maybe there is not enough need for this in Vail since we have one in BC
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Multi-purpose recreational space with meeting areas and pool.
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Right
Year-round
Redo Dobson!
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Right
Year-round
Something similar to the vilar center/conference center.
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Right
Year-round
Stage/Theater, community gathering place for local groups
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Right
Year-round
Tennis. Pool.
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Right
Year-round
Tough because spaces like this are often under utilized. With
appropriate management it may be viable, but Donovan Pavilion should
be sufficient for the time being.
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Right
Year-round
update Dobson to allow for more events
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Right
Year-round
We have plenty of conference space already, we need more arts, music,
performances in the winter.
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Right
Year-round
We need a better concert venue for many reasons, including safety. I
would like it to be an outdoor venue.
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Right
Year-round
We should be able to utilize Dobson Ice Arena for other events.
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Right
Year-round
Would love to see a town pool and rec/community center. Multi use
center.
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Right
Work only
A large conference area that could rival Dobson or the Marriott facilities.
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Right
Work only
already have Donovan Pavilion, the room in the LH parking structure,
Dobson arena, the Amphitheatre. can any of these be utilized?
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multi -use, capable of accommodating 1,200 people. Anything much
short of that duplicates existing facilities. I know, I know ...
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Something similar to the Cascade tennis courts that are now going away.
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Work only
Surrounding mountain towns all have a great REC center, work out
room, community room, pool and or ICE rink. We as a family use
DOBSON and would love to see an updated rink with above mentioned
amenities. Brings tax revenues to town.
Invite
Right
Work only
Weddings, sporting events, concerts
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Right
Work only
Year round dance, music, speakers, sports - multi -use, offering what a
ball room in a hotel cannot
Invite
Right
Part-time
A larger convention hall space that can be broken down for smaller uses
and maybe a hotel attached. Yes, like the one that got voted down...
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Part-time
A stadium
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Right
Part-time
A theatre -type space (similar to Vilar in Beaver Creek) to support a
variety of performing arts venues and community use.
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Right
Part-time
Common area event permanent stages.
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Right
Part-time
Concerts, plays, etc. Don't want to have to go to Beaver Creek all the
time.
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Part-time
concerts, specialty trade fairs, educational conferences
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Part-time
convention center -- something to drive business in the off season
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Part-time
Convention Center for large groups such as in Whistler.
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Part-time
Convention center.
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Part-time
Convention space
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Right
Part-time
Disappointed we voted down the convention center years ago. Need a
facility to attract larger groups to keep us viable.
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Right
Part-time
Facility for indoor concerts in winter.
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Right
Part-time
I would like a modern, beautiful and ecologically sound convention
center with the capacity for small and moderately sized gatherings
available year round.
Invite
Right
Part-time
I would like to see a venue such as Wheeler Opera House or Vilar for
concerts, plays, comedians, Warren Miller, public forums, etc.
Invite
Right
Part-time
I would like to see concerts like those at the Vilar Center in BC. I don't
like driving up there to see a concert that I would definitely go to in Vail.
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Right
Part-time
Large indoor arena, Concerts, athletic events, conventions, art shows ,
fairs of various types
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Part-time
lectures concerts meetings
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Part-time
More convention/meeting facilities.
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Right
Part-time
move some concerts from Vilar to Vail facility so we can have top
entertainment in winter indoors
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Part-time
performance facility that could accomodate music and
lectures/workshops
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Right
Part-time
Perhaps team up with Vail Resorts to incorporate a Civic
Center/Ballroom into Ever Vail or some other project. It would benefit
both the City's ability to attract larger meetings as well as drive resort
demand/usage.
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Right
Part-time
Popular music concerts, venue suitable for large business meetings &
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conference center
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Part-time
Quality indoor concert venue. A modern something in between Belly Up
and New Sheridan Opera.
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Right
Part-time
Rec Center
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Right
Part-time
Some type of medium sized convention center as previously proposed
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Part-time
Something large and flexible so as to have meetings, indoor concerts, kid
events etc.
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Right
Part-time
Something like what is available down valley
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Right
Part-time
Something similar to but smaller than the Vilar center, e.g. a playhouse
or small concert venue.
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Right
Part-time
Such a structure should not overwhelm its surroundings and still should
adequate space for events.
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Right
Part-time
The amphitheater is sufficient. No need to replicate vilar
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Right
Part-time
There are options already available and it would need to be analyzed
whether the infrastructure is in place to support such a center
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Part-time
This would depend on the towns roadmap for growth.
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Part-time
Track, Weight and Workout Room, Senior Center, Basketball Court,
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Part-time
winter concerts summer art fairs
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Part-time
would be able to do some group business
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Own
Large meeting/convention center Groups
business
only
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Own
trade shows, small conventions
business
only
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Right
Own
Vail needs a convention center to draw business events. If developed
business
correctly, the facility could be used for other events as well.
only
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A venue similar to the Vilar. Shows and music that is reasonably prices.
only
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Right
Get mail
conference center
only
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Right
Get mail
Like the Vilar
only
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Right
Get mail
something that can be used across the board for trade shows, mass
only
education, concerts, art shows etc
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Right
Get mail
The conference center should have passed years ago. Now Vail is behind
only
other resorts without such a facility
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- conference center. Keep biz conferences in Vail - auditorium - movie
screen element (for Vail Film Fest, Symposium, etc) - access for non-
profits at a reduced rate
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Year-round
A convention hall/meeting center/artists' venue. Possibly funded by a
mix of private and public sources. Check out the Banff Centre.
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A Vilar Center
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An indoor concert venue
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Concerts, Plays, community lectures
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Indoor climbing. Indoor stage.
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indoor tennis
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the reason I said 'somewhat' was because w/out appropriate parking
you cannot accommodate adequate size crowds so I really don't know or
envision what kind of events I would want to draw .the options are
infinite (i.e. large/med/small convention center] as long as there is
parking and bed base to support larger numbers. plus where are you
going to get the employees to staff a big convention center ? it is just
another so-so paying job that one would have to hobble together w/
another one and pay for parking to come to work after driving from
downvalley. will it work to be all things to all people [the potential
customer] ? shouldn't we just get better at being what we are - give the
world the best ski experience ? [which by the way speaks to earlier point
of the local is not able to enjoy , which is why I settled here and raised a
family. do you want us to leave /go away ?? most of us are college-
educated but the job options are not accordingly so, so one opts for a
lifestyle, but that is slipping away in some aspects. I have not thrown the
towel yet.]
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We were going to build a conference center... but that all fell apart, and
now we have a huge golf clubhouse. There really is no place to build
anything like this so the question is moot.
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Part-time
Ford Amphitheater seems to serve the purpose, as well as Vail Mt School
& Vilar.
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Part-time
Indoor musical performances
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Part-time
More amphitheaters and childrens playgrounds
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Part-time
My first question would be where would this be built? I would want the
facility to be designed and located somewhere to maintain the 'charm'
that I feel Vail has lost over the years. I am not sure what types of
activities I would want to see take place within this structure and would
have to give this more thought or see a list of possibilities.
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Wrong
Part-time
something tastefully built
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Indoor Tennis Facility
only
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Don't know
Year-round
A FACILITY FOR THE SENIOR POPULATION PROGRAMS FOR THE OLDER
MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Concert venue as part of building
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Don't know
Year-round
Concerts,
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Don't know
Year-round
Conference center or rec center
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Don't know
Year-round
Depends on demand, what events are planned, Business plan, financial
requirements & do some research on what that would look like.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
I would just like it to be on budget and I would not support additional
taxes for it.
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Don't know
Year-round
Large venue for concerts
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Year-round
No comment except to say that the Town has been discussing this issue
for decades and nothing has been done about it.
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Don't know
Year-round
Rec Center with Pool!!!!!!! Its very sad that Avon has a recreation center
and Vail does not!!!
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Don't know
Work only
Multi use suitable for performing arts and corpoate meetings
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Don't know
Part-time
convention center with banquet hall, breakout meeting room, and
exhibit space
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Don't know
Part-time
Meeting space for 200
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Don't know
Part-time
Swimming pool
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Don't know
Part-time
We already have the top floor of the Lionshead building?
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I would rather see an indoor recreation center with a pool! There are
plenty of cultural activities in the Town of Vail
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MAYBE the large enclosed venues are best left to the 'big city' & let's
keep our 'small town' roots intact without sacrificing world-class
services. We need only to look at nearby Leadville where, had it not
been for the drop in silver and had they had sustainable services like
snow sports and other outdoor activities they might STILL be referred to
as ' the Paris of the West '.
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Pool. Tennis. Pickle. Tennis. Gym. Tennis.
Open
Right
Year-round
a 250 to 300 seat venue for concerts ( all genre), theatre, film, lectures,
stand up comics and access for community usage for graduations, local
dance company's etc.....
Open
Right
Year-round
A large concert venue that is convertible.
Open
Right
Year-round
A multi=purpose facility incorporating a public recreation center (w/
pool, weights, aerobics, etc) w/ extra space for community public
events/meetings.
Open
Right
Year-round
a multi-purpose facility that can accommodate concerts, lectures,
theater and art exhibits
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Right
Year-round
A swimming pool!
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Right
Year-round
A theater with a dance rehearsal space
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Right
Year-round
A town community center, that hosts more speakers, concerts, etc.
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Right
Year-round
Along the lines of Vilar Center - but more affordable for locals
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Right
Year-round
An event center for indoor sporting events and live music.
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Right
Year-round
An indoor theatre for concerts would be nice or a more versatile sports
arena would be nice similar to the WEBMERC in Edwards. That would
support winter soccer or lacrosse tournaments. That could also be an
opportunity to provide lower income residents with access to a gym
without paying $100 a month (Steamboat has a gym that is around $30-
40 a month for residents, reasonable and helps build the community).
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Right
Year-round
An inspiring civic meeting place for community events and education
with an auditorium, stage, classrooms,and film theater. The Jackson
Hole Center for the Arts could be a good model.
Open
I Right
Year-round
I arts/cultural/music center similar to Jackson's center
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I Attract new groups of people to the town with different events, thus, a
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different gathering space.
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Right
Year-round
Can Donovan Pavilion not provide this?
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Right
Year-round
Community center for information on all activities and visitors,
newcomers, new residents, housing assistance, medical/dental, local
bulletin board of sorts with options for low-income childcare center or
hourly center for visitors.
Open
Right
Year-round
Community meeting rooms (there may be some at the library, I do not
know) of different sizes, providing options for small business people,
which should be at a reasonable/nominal charge.
Open
Right
Year-round
conference center
Open
Right
Year-round
Conference center
Open
Right
Year-round
Conference space to attract conference in the shoulder seasons and
keep activity in the village and hotels. This is a great location to do a
conference/ get away.
Open
Right
Year-round
Conventions, entertainment
Open
Right
Year-round
Field house/rec center
Open
Right
Year-round
Ford Amp is great but can only be used in the summer; would like to see
something in the winter that doesn't cause Dobson to close
Open
Right
Year-round
Ice and theater
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Right
Year-round
In some ways I think this facility already exists in Donovan Park. Perhaps
this structure needs to be leveraged more to accommodate a wider
range of events.
Open
Right
Year-round
Indoor play areas for kids it's very difficult to get your kids out and active
in the winter season here. They need a good place to go and play inside
Open
Right
Year-round
large conference center to drive off season business.
Open
Right
Year-round
Maybe a theater-type space to host indoor concerts, shows, speakers,
etc.
Open
Right
Year-round
Multi-use facility to offer quality indoor concerts (to be competitive with
the Vilar Center) conference facility, etc. that all hotels could use. Similar
to the one the TOV voters voted in and then the opposition, foolishly
voted down at a later date. This ultimately seemed to go against the
general public.
Open
Right
Year-round
multi-use, public and private
Open
Right
Year-round
Rec. center, gym
Open
Right
Year-round
reuse/rehab existing CMC facilities at Cascade -- very affordable for a
variety of community uses and events
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Right
Year-round
structure for conferences
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Right
Year-round
We have Donovan and Grandview Room which both hold meetings and
weddings pretty well, we are missing an epic Recreational Building with
a pool. You have to drive out of Vail to take the kids swimming.
Open
Right
Year-round
We need a concert venue to take the place of Gartons. What ever
happened to the Solaris promiss?
Open
Right
Year-round
Would love to have a Vilar-type venue in Vail somewhere, with Vilar-
type events. It would be bigger than Vilar, and able to have bigger name
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shows.
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Right
Year-round
Would love to see a large performance space. I think that is the main
civic building that we are missing as a town. Would love to see a winter
Bravo festival. I don't like going to the Vilar but I would go to the Vail
space all the time.
Open
Right
Year-round
YMCA Type of facility for kids
Open
Right
Work only
A $10 mill convention center0
Open
Right
Work only
A Congress Hall for local events and conference business. A gathering
venue.
Open
Right
Work only
A multi-purpose space holding 1000 ppl which could be divided into
smaller spaces. Food prep is a must. Basically a Donovan space 4 times
bigger.
Open
Right
Work only
A multi -use facility that could host large conferences, concerts, etc.
Open
Right
Work only
A recreation center would be a nice addition for Vail families who cannot
afford private places and who do not want to drive to Avon or Minturn.
The center would have activities for all ages and exercise classes such as
spin, yoga, zumba, etc.. There would also be a nursery which could be
utilized for younger children.
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Work only
Better indoor music/convention style location to attract year round
guests and business.
Open
Right
Work only
concert venue
Open
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Work only
Convention center 0
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Work only
family oriented activities
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Work only
Kids activities
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Work only
Multi purpose auditorium for plays, speeches, conferences.
Open
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Work only
Something akin to the Cascade tennis courts that are going to be torn
down. Or, another Dobson -type of venue.
Open
Right
Work only
They need a weed shop in Vail
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Right
Work only
Vail Art Museum
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Right
Part-time
A venue to attract medium-sized meetings and events. How can Cascade
be used more effectively? Was a good venue for recent Film Festival.
Open
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Part-time
an auditorium
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Right
Part-time
Convention type space that could be used for more off season and
summer activities / group meetings / convention type activities.
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Part-time
conventions
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Part-time
enclosed, all season, full service facility to handle groups and staff in the
area of 1000 people.
Open
Right
Part-time
I agree that this could be a valued asset and it is needed - if not a current
priority, certainly within the next 10 years. If structured right, it could be
quite economically viable. Indoor entertainment venue, small
conventions, lecture halls and meeting space. Quite intriguing to think
about....
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Right
Part-time
Limited size facility to attract smaller conventions - gatherings. Promote
use off season and summers
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multiuse for daytime sports and nighttime concerts shows etc
Open
Right
Part-time
See last comment!
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Right
Part-time
Space for meeting, conventions and winter shows and entertainment
Open
Right
Part-time
The missed chance to have a convention type center
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Part-time
What happened to the community center that we were collecting tax
dollars for 10-15 years ago?
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Own
Affordable ones...
business
only
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Own
Space for 500-1000 ppl in a theater setting with at least one additional
business
(and dividable) banquet space to accommodate the same number as the
only
theater. Some gallery and outdoor space would be a bonus but very
viable. Activities -performances, education, receptions, exhibitions, social
events. (ie: Maui Arts & Cultural Center)
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Right
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A larger space than Donovan Pavilion that could be used for public &
only
private events
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Right
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culture center of some kind
only
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Right
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Like the Vilar
only
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Right
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rec sports teams, community center, professional development classes
only
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Right
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Small scale arena that can accommodate various activities ranging from
only
sports to indoor festivals and birthday parties. Similar to the WECMRD
field house in Edwards but also with open space for maybe a Holiday
Arts/Crafts Festival for an indoor fair.
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Right
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Something along the lines of the Vilar Center
only
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Right
Accomodate larger meetings and perhaps rock concerts
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concert venue
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Concerts, farmers market
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Cultural and educational
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I would like to see an art center in Vail. There is little to no year round
arts culture because there is no place that can act as the epicenter. IT
would be great if it included a performance space, educational space
(maybe w/Bravo!) and visual art space and a community space.
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I would love it if Vail had a better music scene.
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Is this not what Cascade is for?
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recreation center as in Avon and Gypsum
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Tennis courts plus whatever since ours will soon be gone
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theater simlliar to jackson's: http://www.jhcenterforthearts.org/
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Activities for guest children
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concerts, sporting events, award and opening ceremonies for events.
Open
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Convention Center needed.
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I'm not interested so much in the activities --I just want the space for
them to get them out of downtown and off the MT.
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Wrong
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only
A more central location for concerts and family events (maybe indoors,
so weather not a factor). Solaris would be nice but hasn't really fulfilled
this mission consistently; nor does it feel very welcoming.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
a multi -use facility; shared work space, concerts, convention center-
esque... something state of the art that would blow peoples mind
Open
Don't know
Year-round
an amphitheater like in Minturn
Open
Don't know
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concerts, art festivals
Open
Don't know
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Events Center
Open
Don't know
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High-end business gatherings Bravo -type activities
Open
Don't know
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I think partnering with CMC may be a helpful way to achieve the needs.
While CMC sits outside the town of Vail, there may be mutual benefit to
construction of an events center as part of the campus.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Indoor field house for young athletes Indoor Recreation Center with
swimming, tennis and workout facility Time to Close Red Sandstone
school and make better use ofb that land Move employee housing down
Valley
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Local athletics in Winter to not have to drive to Edwards
Open
Don't know
Year-round
pool, recreational center for locals and tourists
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Recreation / Gym
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Somewhere to hold conventions, better place for live music & the arts.
Open
Don't know
Work only
Create more corporate/large group/event activity year round
Open
Don't know
Work only
large high end conferences, social and cultural events, large seminars
Open
Don't know
Work only
These spaces are always very helpful
Open
Don't know
Part-time
convention space
Open
Don't know
Own
business
only
Really, agaln?
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Q. 32: There has been discussion about various techniques to expand work force
housing opportunities in the area. Please provide your suggestions.
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Spend as much town funds on housing for community as you do on
clubhouses, skate parks, pickleball, public art, etc and the town would
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have greatly improved housing opportunities.
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rather than coercing builders to help with modest housing, give
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incentives!
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Buy back available units which are occupied only a few weeks in the year
and modify/rebuild to house full-time residents.
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Part-time
Building more affordable housing within the bus service areas.
Open
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Redo the town housing rents. They are too high. Is there a reason to
just keep raising them? Why is the attitude that you have to make
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money on them? Why is break even not acceptable?
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I Chamonix development
Q. 32: Any comments on your responses?
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Affordable housing needs to be built by private investors, not by the
public tax dollar.
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As a taxpayer, I do NOT think it is my responsibility to provide housing
for 'for profit businesses'. That is their cost of doing business - not mine.
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Because of the cost of land in Vail, and the cost to build housing,
developers cannot sell something that is affordable and make any profit.
I think it would be better to be able to build affordable housing in an
area where a developer can make some profit. A better transportation
system to and from Vail and possibly park/ride locations down valley
would help with this.
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housing is critically needed. down valley housing only helps down valley
communities
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I don't think work force housing is necessary. The laws around this are
getting to be ridiculous and I think will hurt future home construction in
Vail.
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It makes sense to look at Avon for housing as available land in Vail is
limited and more expensive. Expanding bus service to accommodate
workers would be essential to success of such development as parking is
already a problem in Vail.
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Need housing for managers not just line staff
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Stop building the housing, employer need to pay workers competitive
rate. We the citizens do not need to have our taxes spent on housing
without enforced regulation. You have proved over the years this does
not work, ask the local post office who lives where or do yearly checks.
Get your act together before making the situation worse.
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Vail is late to the game, missed another window of opportunity during
recession to buy & re -develop more property for workforce housing.
Timber Falls partial re -build should have happened 15 yrs. earlier, now
should be doing rest of it and others as The Roost, not just, finally,
Chamonix after 15 yrs. as well
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Vail Resorts shoud be required to finance and construct sufficient
housing for all of their part time employees
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Workforce housing is critical to Vail's success now and into the future
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Anything that increases density detracts from the Vail charm. With the
amount of money spent on accommodations/homes in Vail, high density
employee housing unfortunately needs to be kept nearby but not in
immediate town.
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As stated earlier, we're building way too much, open spaces became a
rarity. Because our very limited open spaces left, we HAVE to ask
builders to go down valley.
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Developers can subsidize housing for their workers in an area where
they can be transported in
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I would not be in favor of building a new town building for cultural and
community activities. We would be much better off spending money on
parking facilities to solve a real problem.
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Local government cannot solve this problem by itself. Government
needs to be supportive of appropriate market solutions.
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Nobody talks about overpopulation as the cause of many problems like
global warming, traffic congestion, not enough housing, pollution. I think
we need to limit population growth. Look at what is happening in
Denver ... so many people with so many cars. Gridlock and the quality of
life is disappearing. I was just in LA and could not believe people live in
traffic the way they do.
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There's a delicate balance between creating an urban envoronment
(with things like arenas for large scale events) and a full featured world
class vacation community. Arena seems a little much for Vail.
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this is an impossible task
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At this point we are just building Beaver Creek, but backwards in
process.
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Explore housing partnerships with down valley communities, needs to be
coupled with transportation.
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I think that housing could be better done just outside of Vail, rather than
forcing more people into an already crowded Vail section of the Valley
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no more taxes
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please not allow not resident homeowners all the same benefits as
fulltime residents
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the Chamonix project must happen for helpfulness to the working local
but it doesn't accommodate where a family can grow up and live in Vail
and call it home and vote in elections and encourage citizen participants
so I think it is a good idea on your part to help w/ housing downvalley for
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one to work in Vail whether for the town,VA,or a smaller business in
town. that would be cool.
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The Town is overbuilt. Consolidate with Avon and Minturn and use their
land for workforce housing.
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We can not add additional hotels and lodging without employee housing
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Housing is a top priority. PLEASE stop building luxury condos and
mansions! We have enough of that! Please focus on the working locals!
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Part-time
Low income and staff housing needs to be down valley. Otherwise you'll
be killing Vail. Do you really need a survey to figure this out???
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Part-time
The town needs to start focusing on its residents more. Too much focus
has been in Vail Resorts and the residents have suffered be of it.
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Part-time
we are feeling crowded already- support downvalley employee housing
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Don't know
Year-round
Down valley housing does Vail no good.
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Don't know
Year-round
no
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Don't know
Year-round
Perhaps the Town needs to look at not allowing private residences to
rent through Air B&B, VRBO, etc. and by doing so, reopen those available
places for our work force.
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Don't know
Year-round
When you say permitting required housing to be built down valley, how
far down valley?
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Don't know
Part-time
Having a mix of income levels and other types of diversity in a
community is important to maintain the vitality of the community.
However, that does not mean that it is good to force developers to
expand work force housing as an end -in -itself; there needs to be a
balance. Not sure where that balance is, but it is not good for the
community to be viewed as'too wealthy': or'too poor'
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Part-time
Its supposed to be a ski town.
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Right
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#2 is confusing, does this mean whenever someone builds a home?
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B
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Employee housing is very important but I do not believe that the town
should overly subsidize it. Not everyone can afford to live on the gold
coast.
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Extending bus service to eagle bend, etc would improve the situation.
Open
Right
Year-round
I believe the pressure to build more housing should sit heavier on Vail
Resorts Inc. and not so much on developers. Vail Resorts' appetite for
workforce has affected local businesses who cannot compete with VR's
budget or benefits. I lost 2 year-round employees at my store to Vail
Resorts. If Vail Resorts needs to staff their retail stores or hospitality
sectors, then THEY should be responsible for finding the staff and
housing them. When VR is understaffed that pressure seeps into all
sectors of local business. I doubt the issue in Vail, CO is that we do
not have enough lawyers or entry level doctors in the valley. The issue
for employment comes from all of the jobs that do not match the high
cost of living here in Vail, CO. For that reason, Vail should have to house
a certain % of its workforce. I cannot imagine a great quality of life
commuting for hours per day on the bus to a job running a lift, cleaning
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restrooms or checking in rental skis. Vail Resorts needs to change that,
NOT a developer or realtor.
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Right
Year-round
I don't think it is the developer's job to take care of the town's
employees. Isn't that what the Town Government should be doing? Why
put it all off on builders... then they just won't build here.
Open
Right
Year-round
I think the Town of Vail needs to figure out how to increase the amount
of work force housing within the town limits and how to financially
support this housing. Any new large residential buildings and developers
should contribute to the housing. We also need to regulate VRBO and
AirB&B units.
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if the plan is to permit work force housing down valley, than SUBSIDIZE
THE ECO BUS! great your poor, cant afford to live in Vail, pay to take the
bus, while everyone in Vail gets free transportation to and from work!
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Is the lack of available land within the town the problem?
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Let's increase density where it makes sense (Chamonix property) and
bring families and full-time residents into town. Large employers like
Vail Resorts should be required to contribute more work force housing in
order to move forward with their plans.
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Right
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no
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Something needs to be done to obtain and maintain quality employees.
Open
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The goal should be to make Vail as much a full-time residents town as
possible.
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Priority needs to be on housing within the TOV. There needs to be a
focus on public/private partnerships. Also, developers need to be
responsible for adding housing not purchasing existing condos or
inventory to fulfill the current requirements.
Open
Right
Work only
TOV employees are not entitled to housing that is incredibly expensive.
Build down valley. Commuting 1 hour is not a hardship.
Open
Right
Part-time
employee housing around city market and safeway has not been
maintained well and is becoming somewhat of an eyesore you need to
do better
Open
Right
Part-time
Housing affordability and increasing the quality and types of education
are two areas a growing community must continually address. Towns
and cities that neglect these two topics pay the consequences and it
doesn't take much time to see a negative impact.
Open
Right
Part-time
It is a problem that needs to be addressed as it impacts on the quality of
employees who represent Vail.
Open
Right
Part-time
Putting the burden of employee housing on developers seems unfair to
me. It transfers the sins of the past onto the investors of the future.
Open
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Year-round
Build them down valley .... we are already overcrowded here in West
VailM
Open
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Instead of putting the burden on the developement communuty... come
up with a comprehesive, exectable land plan that provides zoning
specific to low income housing.
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Year-round
It appears to me that employee housing availability runs in cycles? Some
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years a problem, others, not. 'You cant build a church for Easter Sunday'
Open
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Too many opportunities to change what has already been exposed to
the public only delays action completing a project;
Open
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Vail has pushed out and made it almost impossible for working people to
live in Vail. Vail should look to Aspen, they have a town not a truck stop
on 1-70. Everyone has moved down valley or to Gypsum to have a 'life'
because living in 900sf and trying to have a family doesn't work. The
cost of living for what you get forces people to leave. Working 4 jobs to
afford a shitty condo isn't worth it.
Open
Wrong
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In town workers need a place to live. There are soo many benefits to
having employees live in town.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
We may be an exclusive destination resort but we are also a society that
should care for all members of our community, not just the tourons.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Building down -valley is fine if the transportation system supports it.
Otherwise you exacerbate the parking problem. Why not consider
using zoning as a tool? Other communities have.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I would like to see housing for our work force to help keep our areas
LOCAL aside for 2nd homeowners that are here a few weeks a year. We
are losing the LOCAL in local.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
If the new hotels/development cannot factor in having some employee
housing units they are not helping the vail economy. If people with great
customer service skills cannot find places to live in vail, they will be
unable to work in vail. Vail needs to make it a priority to attract the best
workers in the industry if they want to stay on top of the best resort
towns to visit list.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Matterhorn workforce housing (particularly P. Knobel's properties) has
resulted in more overcrowding than originally allowed, less maintenance
and accountability by property owner, increased drugs, speeding, less
concern by town authorities ('keep 'em down in Matterhorn'). It makes
Town -run employee housing look four-star. Yet employees should be
able to live here. I think developers have gotten by on a 'boys' ticket.'
Open
Don't know
Year-round
The Town should aggressively pursue the Forest Service property at
Dowd Junction. The in -town projects like Lion's Ridge are not attractive.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
There are so many hotels with large rooms that there is no need for a big
building for community events. Just use one of theirs.
Open
Don't know
Work only
Housing is not the responsibility of Town Government. I understand that
it is a big factor in the community but I am against artificially creating
something to meet subjective need. Let the market meet the need
wherever possible. Having only very limited opportunities to help a very
limited number of people is problematic in itself. An environment is
created where only a certain number of people will have access to the
artificially created product is exclusionary and sets the town for what the
town is .... just saying.
Open
Don't know
Work only
Need to require employers and developers to be part of solution to
housing issues. Need fewer 2nd homeowners and more local housing
options. Affordable homes.
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increased density depends on where, ie Timber ridge except just next to
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Savoy should have been done much denser Build on the upper benches
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of Donovan Park, way too big an area to devote to open space
Q. 34: The Town is currently working on improving and protecting Gore Creek water
quality. Please identify the barriers that exist toward your personal use of
environmentally friendly landscaping practices on your property.
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need knowledge of fire provenitive landscaping
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Gore Creek trail improvements south of Lionshead Parking Garage are
truly ugly including visible irrigation
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It can be hard to convince others
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I don't have landscaping choices. My landlord prohibits changes.
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The problem is there is no policy for containing noxious weeds along
the stream bank.
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Work with residential complexes to redesign trash/recycling facilities to
make them more recycling -friendly
Q. 36-37: Do you think there is enough parking in the Town of Vail in summer and
winter?
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4th of July week is out of control
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A few days parking on the frontage road is no big deal
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Another campaign to encourage carpooling would be good.
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As many parking spaces you provide, that many people will come
(especially on powder days and weekends). I dislike when the
mountain is super crowded so I am torn on this subject...
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Build another garage already
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Cut back on skier passes
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During special events and powder days parking is tough.
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From West Vail one needs a parking strategy to get to Village at peak
times. Keeping workers out of structure, providing more alternatives for
these very important, pass or not. Is the store owner/mgr. more
important than the customer/taxpayer?
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Frontage Road parking is acceptable with bus service provided.
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Get rid of frontage parking, just build a new garage! Find the space.
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having people park on Frontage Road as frequently as they seem to is
not viable long term.
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housing is the problem not parking
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I already gave my comments.
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Any comments on your responses concerning parking?
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I believe the parking is fine. There will be days when the structures are
full but generally this is not an issue.
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I infrequently use TOV parking so am not sure, I do see cars on the
Frontage Road in the Winter and 4th of July.
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I like the satellite parking lots. I don't think that Frontage Rd parking in
Vail is safe.
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In general there is enough parking for summer with the exception being
during certain weekends/events. I will often avoid skiing and the village
in the winter months due to lack of parking.
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Is a problem and will always be a problem...
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It seems to be only a parking issue on Fridays and Saturdays or on big
powder days. I think more parking is needed but since this a Vail Resort
issue they should be funding it or a good portion of the cost and
providing the land. All the parking they've build recently has been sold
at high prices to individuals. They need to contribute to the solution to
the winter parking issue since they are the ones making the money off
the day skiers.
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Its difficult for people to find parking for lunch and shopping during the
busy days
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It's not an issue for me because I live on the bus line and am lucky to
have parking at work. I feel that if we want Eagle County locals to visit
Vail there needs to be more parking. I know a lot of families who live
down valley don't come here because of the concern of where to park if
everything fills up.
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Let pass holderspark on frontage road on fridays/saturdays [busy
periods?] before structure is full. This will be safer as locals better at
dealing with walking across roads [no skis used to it etc] convenient for
guests [except they have to pay] and gets revenue fro Denverites not
locals.
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Make deal with Forest Service for a new parking stature on top of Vail
Pass! :-)
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Most of the time during the winter public parking is adequate. When
there is an event going on (ie. Burton Open), or it's a high season week,
the structures are CRAZY!
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Need more parking available in the winter, or at least somewhere for
workers to park for cheaper rates.
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NEED MORE SPACES
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No
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Overflow happens only so many times. Do we need yet another parking
lot?????
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Parking on Frontage Road is not good. Why don't we build a new
parking structure with borrowed money?
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Parking under the Ford Park fields was a huge lost opportunity. This
winter has shown that as VR relys more and more on the Epic pass, the
need for peak parking facilities will continue to increase. We should
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approach CDOT about possibly being allowed to build a cut and cover
structure under the interstate across from Solaris.
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resident and guest parking continues to be a huge problem for this
community. Frontage road parking presents a safety issue for
many... perhaps a few more levels on the parking structure... particularly
since we have allowed extremely high developments for private
developers (eg Solaris)
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Safety is my biggest concern for the cars on the frontage road We can
and should do better for our guests and residents by building more
afffordable parking
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see previous
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See previous comments on parking
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See prior comments regarding winter parking
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Summer is fine except for Sundays.
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Summer parking could be negatively affected as a result of VR's
mountain activity expansion. The TOV should try to find a way to
require VR to provide more parking as the mountain and activities
increase. Even the smallest developers in town are required to provide
parking, why does VR escape with no consequences?
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The few days that frontage road is used is minimal to the total number
of ski days.
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The frontage roads fill up a handful of days per year. No big deal.
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The town should have resolved the parking issue 20 years ago, and is
still not trying to do much about it
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There's not enough parking on certain days. Not sure whether the huge
$ investment is worth it to solve a problem for 30 days...
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This one can be tricky - the build the church for Christmas problem.
Plus, this winter and the wonderful snow brought back the problem
more than other recent years. Not sure what the best solution is. good
luck
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Too many contractors/trucks park in the structures in the summer.
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Vail Resorts needs to step up and contribute a sizable number of
parking spaces. VR has increased mountain capacity and activities that
create parking shortages but has not done anything to mitigate. Any
developer in Town has to build parking to go with their structures, VR
should do so as well.
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We need safe parking for the larger events.
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Were finally starting to draw summer guests - which is great, but there
is also a lot of competition out there for those guests. Let's NOT drive
them away by making them pay to park.
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Would increase summer bus service when there are events
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Build parking under the highway
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There is enough parking for all normal days during summer & winter.
We should manage to the norm, not to the exception.
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I There is enough parking. Of course, we could use more but generally
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there is enough.
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when's the parking issue going to be addressed properly? Underground
at Ford Field??
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$$ much in winter
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Biggest reason my Denver neighbors don't go to Vail is the extremely
difficult parking.
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Clearly the demand exceeds the availability on certain weekends - will
there be a bad accident on the frontage road? who knows. I think a lot
of people leave cars in the structure during the summer which reduces
availability so perhaps there should be pink tickets put on cars that
haven't moved in a week and green tickets after two weeks, but then
there would probably be some looping. I like the free after three - it
encourages support of the restaurants and the two hour free parking
for lunch or shopping. I think before more parking structures are
created a good ROI study should be undertaken
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Consider more unobtrusive multi-level structures
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Doesn't seem realistic to build enough parking for peak winter days
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Earlier I expressed the problem and importance of parking issues.
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Evening parking in the summer, especially when there are events or 4th
of July is tough. Winter parking for residents is challenging unless you
arrive very early
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I think parking should be allowed on residential streets. When we have
guests at our home, there is no where for them to park. People have to
drive a vehicle up from Denver. There is no space in our driveway for
extra cars but they get tickets if they park on the road. We can
sometimes get a day or so reprieve from the police in the summer but
in the winter, because of plowing, we can't.
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I think. There is adequate parking year round
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In summer, not enough parking on Sundays.
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In the winter, I take the bus or get a lift. I do not use the parking on
winter days, so I do not know if it is adequate.
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Increased discount for value card holders
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It's very hard to create enough spaces for maximum usage, but that's
what really should be the goal, especially for the winter. Even though
it's free, most people don't find walking from the frontage road to be a
pleasurable experience. Perhaps remote lots with bus service should
be considered.
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I've always found a spot when I go looking.
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Monorail
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Most of the time parking is adequate in the summer.
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Need more spaced located in an 'in town' structure for winter or an off
site area with s copious number of shuttle buses so it's like being in
town
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need to enforce people parking between the lines to conserve spaces
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Parking in the winter is chaotic.
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Parking is a real problem that needs to be solved - either by reducing
the number of visitors or increasing structure capacity.
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parking is too expensive
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Parking needs high priority improvement. Buses are not practical for
older skiers because of maneuvering skies on the bus and crowding.
Residents deserve preferential parking in addition to discounts.
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Please see previous comments on my specific parking concerns
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Prefer bus use to glut of private cars
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see parking issue previously
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Sick of parking problems. Too many people, too many cars. Limit
growth! That's impossible but what is going to happen in the future.
When it gets to the point where people are frustrated, they will go
elsewhere and that will be the limit. Vail is too full. Slopes too
crowded, roads too crowded, restaurants too crowded, Trails too
crowded. I like the sign a governor put on the CA OR border. Come
visit but then go home! He got in trouble.
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Summer is usually OK except when there are events. Winter is OK
during week, but weekends are a nightmare.
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take the bus
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There are only a few days when parking is a problem. I believe the
town can wait a few years before making a change.
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There is enough parking for MOST days, but there is an occasional time
when the frontage road is needed. Bus service is expanded on those
particular days.
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There is enough parking --people just don't want to pay for it because
most are cheap!
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There is plenty of parking. Period. People figure it out. Perhaps
limiting parking is the only way to limit overcrowding on the mountain
in the winter, which by all accounts has brought more accidents.
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Too many days of overflow parking on the frontage road. It is only a
matter of time before we see auto -pedestrian fatalities.
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Vail should def have as much free parking as Avon does for BC,....
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Vail is already too crowded, more parking will just make it worse
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Very challenging. I try to utilize the bus system, but it's frustrating
during peak times not finding any place to park.
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We dont have a need for parking. We have a 2 car garage and prefer
to use our benefits of the Hotel courtesy shuttle around the city and
leave our car parked.
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We use local bus service and in the evening there is plenty of free
parking in the garage.
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We use the bus.
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Why didn't the city create underground parking in the city owned
apartment site on the north side of 170? Seems like we missed a great
opportunity to create more parking for employees, etc.
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Why have we failed to be creative about parking? It seems we kick the
can down the road constantly. Put a structure under Ford field.
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Why penalize residents for a problem the town has ignored for years.
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You need to look at the restrictions and make sure they are realistic.
For example, if you don't let folks park because the area is a loading
zone, be aware that there is no loading zone usage in the evening hours
and you are depriving visitors of the opportunity to park there for no
valid reason.
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Still remember the vail paper reporting 1,000 cars parked on north
business
service rd 2 yrs ago. That's too many.
only
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We park at our condominium building, so we're good. I'm not sure
business
about the day visitors.
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Hard to find an answer to this one as there are limitations. I do
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sometimes see the orange cones restricting street parking even more --
that's a problem.
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it is what it unless you build a HUGE parking stucture
only
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It's only a problem on weekends during peak season
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Safe parking in Vail is needed!
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Take the bus.... it's free
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A quality vs quantity policy will reduce overcrowding and need for more
parking
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Already provided
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Another level of parking on both structures.
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Construction workers on large long term jobs should have parking
provided somewhere other than in the structures. Vail Resorts should
provide parking in addition to the town receiving the skier's tax.
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done it !
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farmers market on sunday and the 4th of July are really the only times
the structures fill up
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Fast track winter parking upgrades and frontage road alternatives
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Frontage Road parking (summer or winter) is becoming more and more
dangerous
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Frontage Road parking is unsafe
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Gain access to private parking which is not utilized. Activate a shared
parking spot app like cities use. When vacant, you can pay to use open
spaced.
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It is beyond time to start working on some alternatives. Commuter lots
with buses out of town. more frequent bus schedules. (EAst vail and
down valley) a structure in ford lot or volly ball courts?
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Need outlying lots
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needs to be fixed NOW!
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No free parking in the summer
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Not enough parking on July 4th and farmers market.
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Parking is fine. There are days when the structures are full but not that
often.
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Recognizing that AirBnB is increasing in popularity and some car owning
residence rent out their rooms, without parking spaces. Those renters
take up frontage road parking, inhibiting the down valley workers from
parking. This problem will only get worse with time.
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Should have put a garage under the ball fields when you tore them up
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Treat summer parking more like winter parking (it shouldn't be free
anymore).
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Vail Resorts should build and operate a 2000 car garage on their land
and there should be no parking on the frontage road.
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Vail Resorts should build on their property.
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we have enough parking for the town the town should get some guts
an let vail resort find their own solutions
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We need fewer events or more parking
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Why the town has not added another level to both structures is mind
boggling. they would have to have been both paid off 5 times over at
$25 a car in winter
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With use of frontage road when overflow its fine
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I know the town is doing the best you can with this challenging
problem. I wish local workers had more parking.
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Frontage Road parking is now a common weekend event in winter and
summer. It is unsightly, dangerous with traffic and creates a poor
experience at Vail.
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I do not park in Vail during the winter in the daytime so I cannot really
determine whether or not there is sufficient parking.
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If frontage road is to be use for parking, road needs to be constructed
to support greater space between parked vehicle and traffic, and to
provide a protected lane or sidewalk to allow pedestrians to walk on
side of road away from traffic.
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In the summer, be the buses don't run as often people park in the
garages which causes a huge overflow and then there is no parking. In
the winter, I think most people take the bus to avoid the parking fee
but on the weekends, parking is ridiculous. The buses should run the
same in the winter and summer. There are more than enough visitors
in Vail for that. And, the garages should charge.
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More levels should be added to both parking structures
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Must be additions to parking or restrictions on ski passes, etc.
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Overflow to frontage road is not a solution.
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should have built underground / multi-level pay parking structure at
golf course for year round use to reduce frontage road parking during
busy days. Town would benefit from parking fee collections as a result.
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Street parking is out of control.
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The town needs to add a parking structure
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There is insufficient parking to handle the crowds when there are
concerts or events in town.
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There should be availability of low cost, convenient parking in town for
residents. There should be more short term parking spots for both
residents and visitors in the Vail parking structure to support visits to
the in town businesses There should be a bus drop closer to the ski
hills - perhaps offered during peak ski morning time on weekends.
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Vail is not just for locals. It would not exist without tourism. Wake up
Vail!
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Very tacky not to have mor structure parking
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Charge VR for every car that parks outside the town parking structures.
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I am amazed that there has not been an accident on the Frontage road
as people fling their car doors open and walk two abreast in the middle
of the road and after dark you can't see them when they walk back to
their cars. I think it is extremely dangerous.
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I think parking on frontage roads is OK rather than spending tons of
money on parking structures for only a few days.
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If parking could be expanded to free shuttle lots similar to Beaver
Creek, in addition to the current parking structure, I think that would
help a lot, even if the lots took —15 to 20 minutes.
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Most days parking is fine.
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parking is problematic for certain high season events. But I think the
focus should be the average traffic days.
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Please don't build any new parking structures!
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Put another level or two on the parking structures. Arrange for outlying
parking (not on the frontage roads) and bus people into Vail
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the frontge rd.parking is going to get some killed!
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There is NOT ENOUGH PARKING!!!!!! We need the structures enhanced
or other structures built. Even in the summer when no events are going
on, it's difficult to find parking!!
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This has been a problem for years and is never addressed.
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Too many days of parking on frontage road for both seasons
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We need to find creative ways of increasing parking. More park and
ride options from down -valley. Utilize private parking spaces such as
City Market.
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I noticed there seemed to be a lack of parking last summer. However
summer is usually never the issue. I appreciate the Free Parking in the
structures and utilize it often.
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I keep saying it. we need more parking especially in areas like
Sandstone.
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I tend to avoid Vail on certain days and times. It's just too crowded,
both for parking, and trying to negotiate the crowded streets.
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in the winter I think it depends when it is ... holidays, spring breaks, was
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there a snowstorm, etc .... I like the convenience of the 2 hr grace time
but overall we use the bus .... it works!!!
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Insufficient
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Lack of inexpensive, reliably available parking is the biggest barrier to
visitors in the winter. Summer is no problem.
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Not enough parking, access is terrible, parking structures are unsightly.
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Too many people allowed on mountain
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With summer events, parking gets very limited and bus service being
each 1/2 hour creates more of a problem. TOV should consider during
busy summer weekends to up frequency of buses.
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Am STRONGLY supportive of mass transportation and feel that Vail
should do all that it can to discourage one and two person per vehicle
traffic while striking a balance with the needs of the local residents and
workers.
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More than enough parking with great bus service.
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The lack of parking has a very negative impact on the guest experience.
It also makes it difficult to work in the Town of Vail.
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Add facility in Golden Peak area.
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More parking spaces are needed.
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Value card is good but all new buildings must have parking - if not
already a requirement. Since garages are paid off, why not construct a
garage 'outside of town' with bus service to the village and existing
routes from the transportation center.
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A new parking structure is needed to take in the cars that park on the
frontage road. That is dangerous and inconvenient for guests and does
not meet the level of service or convenience expected of Vail.
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As I said earlier add at least two decks to the Village structure if and
when it is renovated
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build another structure at the east end of Ford Park (at the east end of
the Ford Park parking area).
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Construction vehicles take the entire parking structure when parking is
free, should be some sort of deterrent so at least workers travel in one
vehicle rather than one person to one vehicle, and to deter filling up
the entire structure for all day work parking
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Danger on the frontage road parking
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For peak winter times, the garage is way too small and doesn't help that
the lines are gone by mid -winter so many people take up 2 spots. Ticket
those people!!! Ultimately, a new parking garage with more levels will
be needed.
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I do not park in public spaces, as I have the privilege of living here and
commuting on foot or mass transit.
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I don't mind when there are cars on frontage road. Makes it look like
Vail is happening.
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I think there is enough parking. I'm just not willing to pay for it so I go
elsewhere.
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If I need to drive to work it's frustrating to be denied a spot in the
structure
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Increased transit could counterbalance this problem but there just isn't
enough space to cost-effectively build parking
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It continues to be an issue and something needs to be done, especially
for the safety of pedestrians.
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It is ok to have over flow parking on the frontage road.
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It's the cost, not quantity for me.
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I've only said it 3 times on this survey.... BUILD SOMETHING BETTER. If
all of your neighboring resorts could figure something out to offer free
parking and Vail can't... it makes Vail less competitive.
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Limit the sale of the Epic Pass.
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More winter parking will result in more crowded slopes
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Need more bus route free parking lots or spots to be utilized by locals
to leave spots in structure for Tourist and Denver people
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Need more off site parking with bus pickup drop off at event. Parking
lot in Avon or Edwards with express shuttle bus to Vail event?
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Need to keep frontage road clear
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no
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On the random days we get powder and more people come in for a few
hours in the morning, yes, the structures will fill up, but those are only a
few days out of the winter. I remember a while ago and I was in a car
with 4 people and we were given a coupon for car pooling, I think it was
a coupon for a free lunch or some sort of discount. That may
encourage more people to car pool...
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Only summer time parking issue is on July 4th and this should be more
safety issue as more people walk and bike
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Overflow parking on south Frontage Road can be dangerous for both
those parking there and others driving on the roads
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Parking could be better planned for influx of guests during season.
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Parking has been an ongoing struggle. I have no suggestions on how to
improve it other than possible outlying lots (who knows where) with
bus service in to towb,
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parking may be inadequate now and for the next 10-20 years, but self -
driving vehicles will help reduce the issue through more efficient and
remote parking use
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Parking near gold peak is challenging for dev pick up & VMS ski friday.
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Parking would be less of an issue if Vail lobbied the state of Colorado to
provide more public transportation along the 1-70 corridor, including
high speed rail from Denver through Eagle and Summit Counties.
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Parking. Sucks. Always.
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Perhaps consider use of satellite parking with bus service to town.
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Please do not charge for parking during the summer months. There are
plenty of employees who use that parking when going to work and
appreciate the flexibility of being able to come/go at a moment's notice
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instead of having to plan around the bus schedule and at times even
catch multiple buses (i.e. to get to Ford Park from Lionshead).
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Reduce parking rates for people who carpool (4 or more people) and
you will easily cut down the number of cars & amount of carbon
emissions!!
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Summer parking - regulate construction workers using structure and
free frontage road parking - place burden on the construction
companies. Vail Resorts is not paying fair share of parking needs. Epic
Pass is responsible - they've shirked their responsibility for years and if
they develop EverVail the amount of 'for sale' parking should be
extremely limited. Parking for those working in Vail Town Limits should
be increased and cheaper
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The summer problem seems to be construction workers, but they must
park somewhere
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there needs to be more parking for visitors, especially at trailheads.
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there will never be enough ... and you can't build it for peak days. it has
to be enough most of the time.
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ticket cars taking more than one space
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Yes, public transportation is not an option when you have small
children that require car seats and irregular schedules. Please keep Vail
accessible to the locals by providing more parking choices.
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You could never build enough parking for Vail's max -out days.
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Work only
Again, paint lines in the structure and ticket multi spot users.
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it is an issue for travelers, employees and residents
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Need more handicap spots.
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Parking varies obviously on different days. More parking needs to be
added somewhere for overflow days.
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rebuild lionshead
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See prior responses. Building more parking is not the solution.
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Summer Yes is most of the time. When there are events there's never
enough parking - GoPro, 4th of July, etc.
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The town has done a good job offering many parking options to locals
and guests.
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There is an overall lack of parking on busy day - summer or winter.
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There is enough parking until a powder day, or major events. The town
does well in providing places for people to park and take buses.
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Work only
there is not enough
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We are the only ski community in Colorado that charges for parking.
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Do something about it! It affects the village economically!
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it would be beneficial to have a real time parking app showing where
there's space for days of very heavy demand such as powder days
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July 4th is only real concern
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More Parking needed
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No
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not usually enough for vail dance festival or the lacrosse shoot out type
events
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Peak days are a problem but I'd focus on increasing bus services so that
there is not a need to park.
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previous comments made
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Really -come on now- do we need to complain more. Vail just doesn't
have parking for skiers and library and many restaurants. Vail residents
and visitors are aging and Vail still has the 'young mentality'
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Remote lot for overflow days in east vail and eagle vail might be a good
idea
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the only time I have found there is not enough parking is on 4th of July.
we can't regulate for one day.
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There are some winter days when there is not enough parking, but I
don't think you can build towards those days. The overflow on the
frontage road is fine.
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There is never enough parking.
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Use of frontage road and out lying areas is great, next is a better system
to get these guest in to the core areas. Designated bus locations and
bus service.
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Usually enough parking except for high holidays
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WE ARE A SMALL TOWN. LET'S KEEP IT THAT WAY. ACCOMMODATION
THE DAY SKIERS IS NOT THE BEST WAY TO NURISH LOCAL BUSINESSES.
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Consider charging something for summer parking (but not winter
business
rates). People expect to pay for parking.
only
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The more summer activities the town expands upon the more parking
only
will be an issue.
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The town needs to add another structure . how about at the proposed
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'ever vail' site. We dont need another village/retail area
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are you charging high prices for parking to decrease the amount of
drivers. There are no alternatives for visitors except to pay in the lots
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Carpool incentives, build more parking.
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Epic pass visitors are using all our local parking places. All park and ride
lost are full and they are parking at the hiking trails in east vail so we
can't park to go take a hike in the winter anymore.
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Except at Ford Park during events. There beeds to be free access to the
Garden
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For the most part summer parking is not an issue, bottom line there is
never going to be enough on big summer event days or powder days -
even if you build, which you won't
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Free parking. You already make a killing on Kanye coming and visiting
this place. As a local resident I should be able to show my ID and park
for free.
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Increase and re -think public transit options for down valley.
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More free parking along existing bus routes
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Residents and guests who really want to access Vail make it a priority
and find parking. Babysitting parking opportunities as a privilege is not
good governance. Guests who stay in Vail typically have parking at
their lodging.
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The W Vail frontage parking has helped. Instead of spending $2million
to tear up the golf course, maybe we could have facilitated a parking
structure at Ford Park?
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Need another parking structure in town. Under Ford park? Under the
interstate? Expand Lionshead structure to the east? The fields at
Donovan Park? Get creative. It will pay for itself.
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Need more parking structures
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open up west north frontage road everyday (near chamonix and fire
station). 10 dollar a day max for eagle county residents in structures.
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Fix it. The transportation center is a nightmare.
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Parking structure needs to be increased more than likely. West Vail is a
mess every day with cars on the frontage road.
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Fr.. rd parking is dangerous!
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I have seen less days of frontage road parking this winter.
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If you add bus use, I believe parking is added
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Most of the time in summer there is enough
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Not really sure anything can be done.
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People can take the bus
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Sundays and event day in summer are over the top and you'll never
have enough. Same for powder days. Better transportation or park-
and-ride from down -valley might help a lot. Don't think all those cars
on the Frontage Road are visitors, because they are not. They are
down -valley residents; just watch them pour onto 1-70 westbound at
the end of the ski day, Bravo concerts or summer Sundays.
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Which entity generates the most parking needs. Could it be Vail
Resorts? Could they play a bigger and more responsible role in solving
the issues... maybe when getting approvals for development in EverVail?
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its always going to be Vail's thorn.
Open
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Work only
Lower the price!
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Don't know
Work only
Need more afforable parking for workers living down valley (is part of
housing issue). Maybe commuter lots down valley served by eco or
Shuttles etc... Not everyone lives on eco route.
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Don't know
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See earlier comments
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As stated earlier, we have parking with our condo and have no
experience of the parking issues in vail.
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plenty of parking if more folks would use the bus
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Time to invest
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Vail Resorts and Vail Medical Center need to pitch in to build another
employee and visitor parking structure.
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Q. 39: Should Town parking rates be based on demand (i.e., higher rates at the
busiest times and lower rates when there is little demand, similar to hotels and
airlines)?
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Alternative forms of transportation will need to be in the future as well
as a change in the American value.
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Are there opportunities for more remote parking areas with direct bus
service?
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As long as it is revenue nuetral
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But limit fixed fees for residents and property owners
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Cut back on skier passes
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Flexible rates are a BAD idea. It makes people mad and less likely to
come back. They are confusing. People don't like paying one thing one
day - budgeting for that and then finding out they have to pay more. It
just makes Vail look like a bunch of thieves - were getting that
reputation more and more anyway (google it and see for yourself)
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Full-time resident/local employee summer passes need to be made
available at a reasonable price. We need to discourage
construction/trade parking.
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i believe we should not charge for parking during the summer
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I think we should look to expand the free bus service like Summit has to
outlying areas.
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I would go to town more frequently if I didn't pay for parking.
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If you start charging for parking in the summer the. You should have the
buses run more regularly. I'm not spending $25 a day to go to work
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If you want to discourage the use of cars we need to figure out a way to
make the ECO busses free and bring back the tam busses.
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If you were to collect money for summer parking, what would you do
with the profits? Build more parking?
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Keep rates low for locals
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Kidding ourselves to think that we can really discourage the use of cars,
particularly since so many people now live outside the immediate area
due to cost.
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No
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No reason that Friday and weekend rates can't be higher. To go to an
hour by hour demand rate system would be counterproductive. Guests
need to know the costs before they get here, not when they get here.
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No, build a new parking structure (with borrowed money) and have
public transit from the new structure.
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Not sure you could know when the higher demand would be unless you
just upped the rate on the weekends. Its hard to know when all those
Front Range skiers are going to come to Vail.
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Parking is Vail's biggest problem in my opinion. Limited horizontal space
is understood. What about a vertical parking solution to allow easier
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access especially during the winter with ski gear and children hauling?
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People pay enough to ski and dine and attend various events in Vail
Village, Lionshead and Golden Peak. We should not charge more ..The
money is there. Take it from cultural events and do not charge in the
summer. That will not go over well.
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Possibly per the above question
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Probably should be the same price regardless of demand. Don't want
guests to feel like they are getting gouged for parking.
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Put an end to frontage road parking
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Rates are high enough as it is.
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Single fixed parking rates are easily understood, however charging a
higher rate for weekends and holiday periods with lower rates
weekdays makes sense. Try not to exceed the $25/day.
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Summer parking should be free to encourage visitors and residents to
go into the village and or attend summer activities
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That is a slippery slope. Keep it free in the summer. You will lose the
locals trust if you start charging for that. Big changes and on demand
rates seem more like a greedy way to make money than encouraging
bus use.
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That's called profiteering.
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The contraptions that one gets parking tickets from are very poorly
placed. I have to open my door and sometimes even get out of the car
to reach the ticket.
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The parking problem is getting worse and some measures need to be
instituted to help solve the problem
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The summer guest is different from winter; charging for summer
parking could discourage guests from stopping and visiting.
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The Town dominates all available parking that is not associated with a
business. As a result, it has a monopoly so people don't even have the
choice to park elsewhere and take public transportation into town or to
walk.
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the town of vail should have long ago looked at similar towns in Europe,
and build a garage in the mountain side north of town
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Then you should increase public transportation options during those
peak periods. More buses!
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This may discourage visitors altogether.
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Uncertainty will breed resentment in visitors as well as the few
remaining residents. Not all of us check our cell phones as we drive into
Vail, thank goodness.
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We are a car based society. I think you have done as much as you can
to decrease use of cars.
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We have to make it as easy and affordable to visit Vail as possible. High
parking costs do not support that goal.
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Would not charge for parking other than in the winter unless you offer
the same bus schedule as you offer in the winter all the time.
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You'll need to create a lot in east vail and Minturn to charge lower rate
or carpool rate if you create a demand based system
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don't really know what the best course of action is
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Flexible rates will drive away guests due to confusion and the feeling of
being 'gouged' when they want to be here during peak times.
Consistent rates are the way to go.
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NO charge for parking in summer. Will probably just stay down valley if
that happens.
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There is no such thing as free parking. Somebody pays!
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We need consistency in parking rates. A fluctuating rate would annoy
guests and drive them over to BC or Summit Co.
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yes to charge for summer parking, but very minimal ... just a couple
bucks
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absolutely
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again very hard. you need the people there. a flux rate would be good.
continue good public transportation. Green and fun.
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Any summer fee should be minimal, just to discourage driving if an
alternative exists. Basing rates on demand is a good idea - but not
punatively like airlines! Small price changes sometimes affect behavior
a lot.
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As long as you keep some parking available at reasonable prices for
employee needs.
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Charge in Summer only when there are events.
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Charging in the summer is not a good idea unless you charge only non-
residents. Modify the season passes to reflect ownership in town or
issue IDs to non -pass holders.
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Demand based won't work (there will be less demand)
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Hard to know if peak pricing will net more revenue or just send front -
range skiers to other resorts. I think visitors want to know the price,
regardless of when they visit (peak vs. off-peak).
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having paid parking in summer will hurt the retailers... and decrease the
vitality of the community. Plus there is not enough bus service in the
summer.
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I am not sure if demand based pricing is appropriate for municipal
facilities. First come, first served efficiently allocates demand.
Restricting parking supply efficiently allocates demand.
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I like the idea, but the town is should not operate like a business with
regards to parking. Enough people feel as though they are getting
ripped off coming to Vail without charging people more to park on
powder days.
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I think charging for parking in the summer with be a huge deterrent to
tourists and a mistake for the town.
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I would support adding or increasing parking fees in all seasons if two
conditions are met. 1. Increased (all season) bus service on all routes
so that the village can be accessed by bus - regardless of where you live.
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2. Allow dogs on the bus as Beaver Creek does. Often, the only reason
we drive into the village is because we bring our dog to events. If he
were allowed on the bus, then there would be no reason to drive -- and
I would purchase an additional beer or two in town!
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1-70 Monorail now
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If you charge parking after hours during ski season or summer i.e. low
demand times you will kill the local businesses.
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In order to discourage the use of cars, a more efficient and pleasant
manner of public transportation needs to be made available. The
current generation and schedule of buses is not adequate.
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Increasing bus frequency, routes and reach (i.e. Bald Mountain Road)
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It only drives business away and puts a bad taste in peoples mouths
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No charge in the summer in parking garage! Is it that crowded? I guess
I didn't know summer parking was a problem
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no, thank you
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Once in Vail there is little reason to use cars due to great in -town
shuttle. But finding a reasonable place to park when arriving in Vail is
easy in the summer and terrible in the winter.
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Parking is already expensive compared to other ski resorts and is one of
the items that people MOST RIDICULE the restort/town of Vail for
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Parking rates are high enough now, don't raise the rates, don't take
away summer parking or free parking after 3:00 pm in the winter.
Remember your tax base ... keep your citizens happy!
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Perhaps offer incentives/contests for those who utilize public
transportation. Prizes?
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Summer fees would drive people away
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Summer months and apres ski free parking are critical to the
restaurant/retail businesses. Otherwise we'll just drive down valley.
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There has to be an upper limit that isn't much higher than the $25 now.
Vail has a bad reputation for expensive parking.
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This gets back to the attitude of the TOV. They are so busy dictating to
residents and guests their own values (public transportation, banning
plastic bags, etc) they don't take into consideration what it's like for
people to actually live with their rules.
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This was along my comment of while I understanding wanting to charge
entry to exit, it would be nice to see (at least for those with cards), that
the rate stops at 5, when parking is freeing up.
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Try it and see if it helps but hate when prices are too much like big cities
and there are so many workers that live down valley, need to make
their trips affordable or increase and convenience of buses.
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Vail def needs as much free parking as Avon has for BC, etc..
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very few things in vail are free, nice to at least have one thing, summer
parking
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We don't have public transit as an option in our Buffehr Creek
neighborhood. Others have the same challenge. To pretend that cars
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are not needed is not realistic.
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We take the bus from East Vail; thus parking much less of an issue.
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why hurt those that come at peak times? ....How long would you come
if you felt penalty?
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Would need large, remote lots with excellent bus service to make this
work
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You are wrong to discourage the use of cars. Public transportation is
unwieldly for older users. Build more parking.
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Own
should develop satellite parking lots to the east off 1-70 and the west off
business
of 1-70 with shuttle buses into town to decrease in -town traffic and
only
demand on limited spaces.
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There needs to be better public transportation from Denver.
business
only
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Though there can be a little fudging here - I would hope to see better
business
ways to encourage public transportation (to include enhancement of
only
public transportation and personal items storage) so as not to
negatively impact average folks who need the flexibility of personal
vehicles.
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Market based variable pricing is a great solution
only
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These tactics would begin to chop away at the charm of Vail.
only
Sometimes you want to drop in to the Village and shop for an hour or
two. IF parking was at a premium on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon --
I'd personally just wait to shop in Denver. Also, I don't see a
correlation between parking and booking a hotel or flight .
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Control construction vehicles filling up public parking in summer
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again as a taxpayer why am I providing free
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Although I find the premise intriguing, there must be an alternative to
justify the higher rate. Denver residents are probably the worst
offenders in taking up parking. They get a great deal on the Epic pass,
pack their own lunch, purchase gas in Denver and contribute very little
to our economy. While I would support higher rates, there must be an
alternative for locals.
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Charge guests whatever you want but keep it reasonable/free for the
year round resident.
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Charging more when town is busy means those of us who need to work
because it's busy will make less. Would that discourage guests?
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Charging parking in summer is ludicrous! Summer months outside of
festivals are time when locals are investing more money into TOV
business. Charging for parking will discourage residents from utilizing
TOV as frequently.
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Don't you already do this in some ways - the value price is a different
price during the week than on the weekend
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Have you taken a survey on airline popularity lately? I would not try to
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emulate that industry. There is plenty of incentive now to use the
buses.
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If changes to parking fee in summer than employee parking passes
need to be good for all year and not rise in price. We need to have our
work force be able to live here
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If you stop bring in weekend events that are not economically helpful,
then there may be enough parking
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It won't make a difference if you still have too many people utilizing the
mountain.
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Public transit would need to be greatly increased in order to enable
geater summer use Structure rates should be less on winter weekdays
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see above
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stop thinking the problem is pricing. The fact is town has expanded and
the parking has not. WE NEED MORE IN TOWN parking. Add 3 levels to
each structure I
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The town seems intent on making parking more formidable to anyone
wanting to come to town.
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The town just needs another 1 or 2 parking structures - or needs to add
on to the existing ones. -
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However, pls keep in mind that my 'yes' is for visitors. I do not think
that the town residents should be penalized for this increase as long as
they use their value card or whatever parking card they have. Let
visitors pay the rates. The town still needs to protect its residents.
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I detest rates based on demand.
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In places where there is congestion pricing, busiest times increase and
never decrease. It is a hidden tax increase waiting to happen.
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That would be similar to a regressive tax.
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the airlines and hotels are a poor model. they are in the business to
make money. Government should be serving the people, not figuring
out how to maximize profit from the people.
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The town needs to dedicate land to building more garage parking,
which in turn will generate more revenue. And/or consider down valley
parking with bus service as an overflow.
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This is not Europe. Discouraging cars discourages visitors. Visitors
spend money.
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Use of buses does not work without remote parking.
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I would support charging more for parking if those funds would go
toward creating or enhancing the current parking structures. If it is only
a source of revenue for the town, I do not support charging for parking
in the summer. I also think that there should be a consistent rate for
parking so people know what to expect.
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In the summer time the structure is full of construction vehicles - you
should charge a fee for that as they take up all the spaces.
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Its nice to know how much to expect to pay for parking so people that
need to budget can do so. I can imagine parking fees getting out of
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hand if it is variable.
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Keep it the same.
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no
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Rates if anything should go down. Rates are a bit high for visitors.
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Summer parking fees should be very very low. Like $5/day
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That also matches the level of bus service
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Worth considering.
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I understand the desire to discourage the use of personal vehicles and
promote public transportation. However, many 'local year-round'
individuals work in Vail yet live further down valley. The further away
you get the more difficult and time consuming it is to take public
transportation. Also- I feel the Vail 'Summer Customer' is a slightly
different demographic than the 'Winter Customer'. They aren't the
ones spending $175/day for a lift ticket & $25/day to park. They are
looking for a lower price point.
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We already have paid parking in the summer and surge pricing in the
winter.
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As Vail Resorts has proven, there is not much decline in demand based
on pricing at Vail. This would just be essentially another tax or negative
impression to visitors.
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interesting?!
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Parking is one of the 'few' free things in Vail in the Summer time, or
ever. Please don't start charging. It will just put more $ in Beurocrats
pockets
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Provide more buses
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The above is very unfair. I love the bus and use it all the time. But we
need more parking possibly on the sides of the roads during winter
season, it just gets worse every year.
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There are two issues here. First we need to attract out-of-town visitors
to Vail with inexpensive and convenient parking. Once here, we need to
make using buses more desirable than driving within the town.
Personally, I only use my car when I need to go to the grocery store
because there is no convenient bus system to get there and back from
Lionshead. For visitors, a remote lot with continuous bus service
would be extensively used and would discourage daily, in -town use of
cars.
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Much of our work force has a family. Public transportation does not
always meet the needs.
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The value card is already doing this. Demand charges are fine since the
mid class of vacationers does not support Vail now and visits less
expensive areas.
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already pricey.
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As above
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but only in the winter
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Any comments on your responses about demand -based parking rates?
Open
Right
Year-round
Charge for parking in Vail lots in the summer during peak times but
maybe allow residents to still park for free with the value card.
Open
Right
Year-round
Charging higher fees won't change the mindset that skiers will find new
ways around the system by parking in new, non -designated parking
areas. We need creative options to give them when parking such as
parking and taking bus in to the town with a food voucher on the
mountain, or a free drink.
Open
Right
Year-round
Do not charge in the summer!!
Open
Right
Year-round
Don't punish locals in the summer with high parking rates—local
people, especially during the Monday -Friday work week, should not
bear the brunt of parking costs.
Open
Right
Year-round
free parking helps drive summer business. paid parking in summer
would drive business away. Its a much different type of guest who
comes to Vail in the summer, and they WILL NOT pay to park!
Open
Right
Year-round
Have you ever taken a $400 uber?
Open
Right
Year-round
I lived in Cherry Creek North (Denver) for many years. People from all
over Denver hate and avoid Cherry Creek as much as possible because
of the inadequate parking and having to find a meter (sometimes
cruising for 10 minutes or more) and sometimes giving up and driving
away. I lived nearby and even I would go somewhere else for shopping
and dining, just to avoid the parking fees and hassle.
Open
Right
Year-round
I think that full time residents should have greater reduced fees for
parking than we do now.
Open
Right
Year-round
If this is for the winter when parking is already not free, then I think this
is a fine idea. However, many of the people who live in the town
already use public transportation. Those who are driving are usually not
from Vail, and so there would still be the issue of finding space to put
those cars in order for the people to then use public transit.
Open
Right
Year-round
If you charge for parking then make sure the bus service is increased ---
every 15 minutes in East Vail, eg.
Open
Right
Year-round
If you want to charge a fee in the summer, you must provide winter -
schedule bus service as well. If you want to charge higher rates for
busier days, the bus schedule should be increased accordingly.
Open
Right
Year-round
no
Open
Right
Year-round
outlying parking lots (west of Dowd Junction?) with frequent free
shuttle service could move employee and construction worker parking
out of town structures
Open
Right
Year-round
Parking, even at peak times, needs to be affordable. Remember, we
want people to come to Vail. Keep free after 3- it's what makes
shopping in Vail viable during the winter months. Retailers depend on
the town being accessible.
Open
Right
Year-round
Part of the reason my family visits Vail in the summer is the free
parking. We would be much less likely to spend time and money within
the town if we had to pay for parking.
Open
Right
Year-round
Please don't charge for summer parking- if you do, I just wouldn't go
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Resident
Any comments on your responses about demand -based parking rates?
there. I would use the ECO bus a lot more if it wasn't $8 round trip.
That's ridiculous. Really, I would visit Barts a lot more if parking and/or
the bus didn't eat up all my Barts spending money.
Open
Right
Year-round
Rates are fine now and should not be increased.
Open
Right
Year-round
Skiing is an expensive sport. Please don't do anything that would
discourage young adults from coming to Vail and enjoying our unique
mountain
Open
Right
Year-round
The parking situation in this town makes me so mad sometimes. Really?
Charge people even more so they won't drive? They will just go to
Avon, where guests are actually appreciated! Charging people to park
isn't green, it's greedy. Reduce driving by offering free coffee to cars
with 4 people in them, not charging everyone.
Open
Right
Year-round
There should at least be designated parking for employees and transit
to take them into the town of Vail. Park and ride.
Open
Right
Year-round
There should be more outer lots with free express bus service but due
to the the lack of sites for this, it isn't an option!
Open
Right
Year-round
Town parking should be based on demand. During weekdays, there is
ample parking (not as much use) and should be cheaper (since it is
going to be mainly locals). Increase price for weekends! Solaris charges
ridiculous prices and the lot is sometimes full, I think Vail could charge
similar prices on weekends.
Open
Right
Work only
Have garages on the outskirts and provide bus service.
Open
Right
Work only
I would support variable rates, but this also goes back to transparency
and truly understanding where the dollars go. Are the dollars going
back into improving the parking situation?
Open
Right
Work only
something more needs to be done for the local who has been forced
down valley due to the high prices in Vail. If either more parking or a
better county wide bus service is not provided I feel Vail will start losing
some of its workforce. They will head west to look for jobs
Open
Right
Work only
That is too variable and would create a bad guest experience (since
they would not always know what rate to expect).
Open
Right
Work only
The rates are fare. I you charge in the summer it will impact business.
Open
Right
Work only
Vail already has a reputation for rich people only, lets not make it worse
Open
Right
Work only
With limited parking and high rates, it promotes people to park in areas
they shouldn't.
Open
Right
Part-time
I loved free parking in the summer but it also encouraged me to drive
instead of taking the bus. I don't live here in the summer anymore but
if parking is a problem maybe we need to charge on Saturdays or when
busy
Open
Right
Part-time
I think it doesn't reduce demand for the right reason. It just seems like a
money grab
Open
Right
Part-time
if there were a summer parking fee it should be lower than the winter
rate
Open
Right
Part-time
LET'S KEEP THE SMALL TOWN FLAVOR, THIS IS NOT NYC
Open
Right
Part-time
More social engineering!! public transportation only works if outlying
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Direction
Resident
Any comments on your responses about demand -based parking rates?
parking has adequate shuttle/bus transportation. And not too long
between parking and the destination, shops, lifts. and there can be
problem lugging gear, etc. kids,
Open
Right
Part-time
No
Open
Right
Part-time
Not charging in the summer or differential rates is positive for the
village.
Open
Right
Part-time
Parking appears to be a revenue raiser for Vail. Sure be nice to see it
invested in improved parking structures. If outlying parking was
connected directly to skier drop off this would be an enhancement
versus frontage road parking.
Open
Right
Part-time
Parking should remain free in summer and during the later afternoons.
Keep it simple!
Open
Right
Part-time
see above responses
Open
Right
Part-time
Surge pricing can work.
Open
Right
Part-time
Variable rates can be a surprise to guests making it harder to plan.
Open
Right
Part-time
We have a problem in Sandstone that visitors from out of town drive to
our neighborhood and occupy any available space and ride the bus into
town. In spite of the fact that our parking spaces are 'supposedly'
reserved.
Open
Right
Own
Not sure about this. Would need to see a plan. May help with more
business
revenue in off peak times.
only
Open
Right
Get mail
People are sick of being nickeled and dimed over everything! The Town
only
of Vail does not want to be known for that.
Open
Right
where else can visitors park except for the parking structure. need to
advertise if you want them to park in outlying lots. visitors aren't aware
of any
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Also, have the busses run on time. Then we would utilize them more
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Back in the Smile Class days locals were exposed to thinking more
productively about what it is like to live in a resort town. Locals today
would benefit from volunteering as needed for parking credits they can
use at peak parking rates.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Current fees are fine
Open
Wrong
Year-round
If vail starts charging for anything else, I'm leaving the valley. HOW CAN
WE SURVIVE?
Open
Wrong
Year-round
If you start charging for summer parking then there will be mayhem.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
it will affect day trippers who you need to influence denver to come to
Vail
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Keep it simple
Open
Wrong
Year-round
more visibility than hotels/airlines, w clearly identified peak/non peak
Open
Wrong
Year-round
need more info on this one
Open
Wrong
Work only
Increased rates will drive people to other towns
Open
Wrong
Work only
Make parking affordable in structures. Locals need to be able to get
in/out the village without looking at a bank statement.
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Direction
Resident
Any comments on your responses about demand -based parking rates?
Open
Wrong
Work only
Public transportation is just a cost to the municipality that does not pay
for itself. How do you fund it? It does not run at the times I come and
go to work? Where do you store the vehicles? Get real. Quit putting
your hand in everyone's pocket every time they turn around.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Beaver Creek sux that there are no good options for 2 hours or less of
parking. I'm thrilled that Vail does. Thank you. Making it a limit of 3
hours free starting at 2pm, and then free starting at 3pm would be
ideal.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Serious? What public transportation do you think comes into Vail? I
missed the train stop. Vail's link is 1-70.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
another survey among property owners/taxpayers?
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Don't attempt to legislate behavior
Open
Don't know
Year-round
for those of us who work here year round, we often use Lionshead to
park in and it would be very discouraging if you ask locals to pay for
parking just as tourists do
Open
Don't know
Year-round
I think the current pay structure is fine (don't waste respurces on it)
Open
Don't know
Year-round
If you want to encourage people to utilize the bus system, come up
with a reward system. Say you scan a pass every time you ride the bus.
If you can offer a chance to win $100 for taking this survey, you can
offer a chance to win a prize if you ride the bus for the majority of the
month.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Raising the rates will only increase the anti -Vail grousing from down -
valley residents, and that will be heard loud and clear by our guests and
start them complaining as well. Remember: the Beav has free parking.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
The parking structures generate appropriate revenue.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
There should be varying rates. Vary rates based on volume, but also
give residents a better rate understanding they would be more likely to
park in the lots multiple times through the winter.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
We don't need to pay for the month of November.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
wknd rates should absolutely cost more than weekdays.
Events/Holidays should cost more than a typical wknd rate.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
you need lower rates to attract new users to public transit
Open
Don't know
Work only
If you do have price increases there should be a local's price for people
that live and work in the valley. We want to enjoy the events in Vail as
well, but if all the money is going to parking, we can't do anything else.
Open
Don't know
Work only
Most people taking or using the bus systems are residents/employees.
You would only be further emptying our pockets.
Open
Don't know
Work only
People who work in Vail in the summer need FREE parking!!
Open
Don't know
Work only
Public transportation from where? How is TOV proposing to encourage
people to come up here from without parking?
Open
Don't know
Part-time
Summer should remain free. a lift ticket is very expensive, don't
jackup the parking too or people will head elsewhere.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
why didn't we do this sooner? Especially on winter week -ends then
folks would bus instead of paying ie $ 50 to park
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Q. 40: With $5 increments being the smallest amount you might use, if you had $100
to spend on major efforts, how would you allocate that $100 across the following
categories?
Survey
Direction
Resident
Item You Specified for Allocation (other)
Invite
Right
Year-round
actions to decrese noise of 1-70.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Basic governmental needs and guest services
Invite
Right
Year-round
Better Planning
Invite
Right
Year-round
community programs for locals (i.e. community garden, children's
programs, etc)
Invite
Right
Year-round
Concerts
Invite
Right
Year-round
environment and recycling
Invite
Right
Year-round
environmental and species protection initiatives
Invite
Right
Year-round
environmental friendly energy use
Invite
Right
Year-round
i70 noise reduction
Invite
Right
Year-round
More senior facilities
Invite
Right
Year-round
other
Invite
Right
Year-round
People w Disability needs
Invite
Right
Year-round
Projects that increase economic vitality of vail
Invite
Right
Year-round
Rebuilding Red Sandstone Elementary School as a K-12 incorporating
the/a ski academy into it.
Invite
Right
Year-round
recreation community stuff
Invite
Right
Year-round
Recycling
Invite
Right
Year-round
Schools and other factors that make Vail livable for all
Invite
Right
Year-round
sustainability & wildlife education
Invite
Right
Year-round
The greatest challenge is affordable housing
Invite
Right
Year-round
The site required that I enter a number.
Invite
Right
Year-round
The Town needs to up -grade it's street signs.
Invite
Right
Year-round
thermal solar panels above parking structures to reduce energy impact
of all the snow melt operating
Invite
Right
Year-round
town infrastructure
Invite
Right
Year-round
Use $ for funding of events and bringing national acts to Vail.
Invite
Right
Work only
off-season events
Invite
Right
Work only
public cleanup in town daily
Invite
Right
Work only
recycling efforts
Invite
Right
Part-time
A subway running from the parking facilities to the base area.
Invite
Right
Part-time
Anything that would help the environment
Invite
Right
Part-time
Areas of development for affordable retail
Invite
Right
Part-time
Build a pedestrian overpass in West Vail for access to the Safeway area
Invite
Right
Part-time
Buy all the remaining lots still in private hands and keep them as open
space for ever!
Invite
Right
Part-time
Cost to become 100% carbon nuetral powered
Invite
Right
Part-time
Events
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Resident
Item You Specified for Allocation (other)
Invite
Right
Part-time
fireworks
Invite
Right
Part-time
general public building appearance
Invite
Right
Part-time
I was forced to enter 5 by the survey
Invite
Right
Part-time
More funds to increase police visibility on the mountain
Invite
Right
Part-time
Needs not anticipated
Invite
Right
Part-time
protection and conservation of mountain and natural resources, the
core of the attraction to Vail;
Invite
Right
Part-time
Public events (music, dance, festivals, etc.)
Invite
Right
Part-time
Recycling efforts
Invite
Right
Part-time
Start saving for future projects
Invite
Right
Part-time
where needed
Invite
Right
Own
business
only
Eliminating highway noise
Invite
Right
Own
business
only
investigate other means of transporation that customers want/need
other than parking
Invite
Right
Own
business
only
Pedestrian walkway east west under 170 to Lionshead
Invite
Right
Get mail
only
Control of the noxious fumes and noise of 1-70, it's getting worse.
Invite
Right
Get mail
only
marketing to vail on top
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
beautifying residential neighborhoods
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
Better concert bands / singers
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
Better Library
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
Build Reserve for unexpected occurences
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
Limiting the number of people
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
no.1 - build a beautiful, huge ,double -lined parking spaces [like they
have at COSTCO so you don't h
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
no.1 - build a beautiful, huge ,double -lined parking spaces [like they
have at COSTCO so you don't h
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
reduce taxes
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
solar on town buildings
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
Subsidized rents to get more diversity of restaurants and shops
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
survey our second homeowners to see what they would like to have as
a major consideration - they sho
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
Trees along frontage road
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
Updating and maintaining town facilities.
Invite
Wrong
Work only
flowers
Invite
Wrong
Work only
Seems like the town just has to spend another $5 on something not on
the list:)
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Resident
Item You Specified for Allocation (other)
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Art and beautification projects
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
elevator or escalator to transportation center
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Expanded events
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Improve biking, kids activities, blocking impact of 170 in East Vail
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Improve cell phone coverage in East Vail
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Improving the look and wholesomeness of the whole town, not just the
profit centers, by helping to c
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
In -town gondola or other alternative transportation
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Rec center
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Sound barriers along 1-70
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
support enhanced local events, especially in summer
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
TOV purchase a parcel or two of commercial real estate to hold and in
turm lease primarily for casua
Invite
Wrong
Get mail
only
Indoor tennis facility
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Bus enclosure in west vail- SPRUCE CREEK
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Protection of the environment
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
recreation facility with pool
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Valleywide trail connections maintained year-round
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Berm development
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Don't know of additional needs
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Indoor recreation facility... pool
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
More bus routes to n frontage road
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
nothing in particular, just needed to get the numbers to add up to 100.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
Subsidize redevelopment of Vail Village parking structure (create more
retail) and West Vail
Invite
Year-round
Fences to keep wildlife off i70
Invite
Year-round
Tourism support be that in: advertising, maintenance of existing
features, creation of new opportu
Open
Right
Year-round
mtn biking trails
Open
Right
Year-round
Public pool and rec center. Why on earth do we need another big venue
when we have so very many hote
Open
Right
Year-round
Recreation/community center
Open
Right
Year-round
recycle
Open
Right
Year-round
Recycling, bringing more events in summer, live music shows.
Open
Right
Year-round
Replace the Municipal Building and Village Parking Structure
Open
Right
Year-round
Special Events
Open
Right
Year-round
unpaved trail maintenance & development
Open
Right
Work only
Guest Service programs
Open
Right
Part-time
Contingency funds for new ideas.
Open
Right
Part-time
Cultural and entertainment events
Open
Right
Part-time
cultural and entertainment, landscaping
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Direction
Resident
Item You Specified for Allocation (other)
Open
Right
Part-time
encouraging business opportunities
Open
Right
Part-time
parks and open space
Open
Right
Part-time
streamline the design review and building permit process
Open
Right
Own
business
only
Airline servie to EGE
Open
Right
Own
business
only
Senior housing
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Concerts
Open
Wrong
Year-round
other sustainability projects
Open
Wrong
Year-round
summer flowers, walking trails.
Open
Wrong
Work only
The best wages and benefits in the county. So we can afford to live
here.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Dark sky compliance / Christmas tree lights
Open
Wrong
Part-time
renewable energy including wind, solar and geothermal
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Summer expansion of mountain biking trails
Open
Don't know
Year-round
1-70 Noise Mitigation
Open
Don't know
Year-round
1-70 traffice amelioration
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Maintenance
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Plant more trees.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Roads, parks
Open
Don't know
Work only
events
Open
Don't know
Part-time
bringing in businesses to serve visitor needs - like groceries
Open
Don't know
Part-time
I would spend money to collect parking fees from folks parked on the
frontage road., or put a meter
Open
Don't know
Part-time
streamline the design review and building permit process
Open
Don't know
Part-time
Whatever might be needed not on survey
Open
Don't know
Own
business
only
Clean and friendly. And marketing
Q. 40: Do you have any comments on your responses about allocation of funds for
major efforts?
Survey
Direction
Resident
Comments about Allocations
Invite
Right
Year-round
Don't forget your locals.
Invite
Right
Year-round
enhancing gore creek by itself good but how to get people to enjoy it
[riverside path from vail to lions head?] w/o then degrading it. Keep it
wild and secluded or open up access. I don't know.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Gore Creek cleanup is important but so much of the cause seems to be
beyond our control: mag chloride coming off 1-70 and laws against
managing the use of pesticides. We need to do what we can to
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Comments about Allocations
minimize the causes that we can mitigate but not to the point of
wasting money for little gain.
Invite
Right
Year-round
I think basic services should be priorities such as snow plowing and
public safety
Invite
Right
Year-round
I think the Council can best make these decision, based upon survey
feedback.
Invite
Right
Year-round
No
Invite
Right
Year-round
NO on enclosed space . this is a cover up phrase for conference/events
center
Invite
Right
Year-round
Once again, I resent my tax dollars being used for housing people that
should be taken care of by the profitable companies in town. I pay
enough to live here. I see employee housing in my neighborhood - they
have new cars, maid service etc. I am paying to subsidize this. I don't
think that is fair. I think the town needs to concentrate on matters like
infrastructure of Vail and not social issues like the 'do good'
environmentalists, or the 'let's provide housing for everyone' groups.
Invite
Right
Year-round
The posts used as street signs are not recognizable to guests and locals.
they cannot be seen at night and many times in winter months are
covered with snow. Most other towns in the county have nice looking
signs that are visible at night.
Invite
Right
Year-round
The Town of Vail seems to be adverse to borrowing money (why? --
because it would require a vote???) The interest rates are low now --
borrow and build affordable housing and parking. That should be the
town's highest priority.
Invite
Right
Year-round
The Vail Valley is already overcrowded and congested. Limit future
development, we dont need any more ultra luxury hotels with no
parking and no employee housing
Invite
Right
Year-round
These are all important
Invite
Right
Year-round
TOV is holds just as much blame for the housing crisis for our service
workers. There will be Noone working in this town without an
immediate effort to build housing.
Invite
Right
Year-round
We are responsible for maintaining a pristine environment. People
come here for it.
Invite
Right
Year-round
Website glitch!
Invite
Right
Year-round
what does substantial mean...
Invite
Right
Work only
none
Invite
Right
Work only
The plastic bag issue should've already been in effect. No plastic bags
at shops, like Aspen has encouraged.
Invite
Right
Part-time
Boulder charges 10 cents to use plastic bags maybe Vail. Could too?
Invite
Right
Part-time
I have found the allocation section hard to navigate
Invite
Right
Part-time
Is Vilar Center at Beaver Creek to far away? I'd rather see money spent
with additional planting and landscaping to make the highway stretch
through Vail more visually pleasant.
Invite
Right
Part-time
No
Invite
Right
Part-time
no, thank you
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Resident
Comments about Allocations
Invite
Right
Part-time
Parking on the frontage road is too dangerous
Invite
Right
Part-time
The planned underpass, while great, will not alleviate the need to cross
1-70 easily, efficiently, environmentally, and in a healthy way
Invite
Right
Part-time
Use money wisely and have a means to track what works
Invite
Right
Part-time
Vail def needs as much or more FREE PARKING as Avon does for BC
Invite
Right
Part-time
Vail spends ridiculous amounts on its parks, redoing playgrounds that
are rarely used, etc. This money can be put to better use.
Invite
Right
Part-time
We all have to pitch in to continue to have the Vailthat we are proud of!
Invite
Right
Part-time
You forced me to check zero with the wording of your question. If you
want input don't place restrictions on answers.
Invite
Right
Part-time
Your results will be inappropriately skewed and misleading because the
system would not let 0 be entered. i would allocate 0 to parking.
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
Again, the stress on the community is not the community
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
low income worker housing is top priority not mid or upper income
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
The hotels and ski company should contribute all the money for
employee housing. The jobs they have pay next to nothing. Surely they
are making a huge profit and investing virtually nothing in housing,
relying on others to pay for their bottom line.
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Would rather spend the entire 100 on solving parking problem
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Again, the bus service needs to be reexamined. I don't think that
building more parking garages is the way to go. And, again, the town
needs to take care of its residents. It has not been doing that in the last
10 years.
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Vail promotes itself as a world class destination. Stairs that need to be
climbed to access the transportation center are far from world class.
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With the loss of the Cascades indoor tennis facility this year, Vail needs
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to find a way to include tennis in the winter sport activity they offer.
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Focus on affordable housing
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I'd like to see bike paths maintained in winter, including a means to
travel through Dowd junction by bicycle or on foot. I'd like to see
money put towards paved and soft -surface trails connecting
neighborhoods throughout the town and county. I'm not sure the 'ride
with traffic' bike path flow in Intermountain is a positive change. The
east -bound shoulder is now too narrow to safely walk on, especially in
winter.
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no
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Stop over -regulating things like protecting Gore Creek! Part of the fun
of our events is being outside. I don't think we need a new cultural
center over improved parking facilities. If you're going to ban grocery
store plastic bags, then stop buying plastic bags to give out to people in
town!! Or, start investigating biodegradable plastic bags.
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the survey form forced me to allocate funds to the 'sizabe enclosed
space' and I would prefer $0/none
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We need an indoor recreation center with a pool instead of another
cultural space.
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I would like to spend more for a Vilar-like venue in Vail, but I feel
parking is more important
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If gore creek is in rough shape, maybe the culprits should be held
accountable for their actions
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no
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Protecting our environment is the foundation of our tourism industry.
We must make that our highest priority
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We need a public swimming pool and rec center!!!
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parking improvements only if it benefited the local worker
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Hard to answer!
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I would not allocate anything to the large enclosed space but the
program does not allow for that response
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I would use Expanded housing $$s as an incentive for a public/private
partnership, not as government-owned housing.
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I'm sure there are many other projects the town of Vail could support
other than those mentioned
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need to do something to encourage uber drivers
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no
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vail ass. should be responsible for its employees separate from town of
vail employees on affordable housing
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This thinking is all short term. Where's the visionary?
business
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And clean up our roads to reduce the clouds of dust from every passing
vehicle
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Add free capacity (more frontage road parking) No waiting till
structures are full. More parking on weekdays in west vail.
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Parking problems dominate customer dissatisfaction with Vail during ski
season -- and the cost of parking.
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Submitting a geothermal request to the fed government for a city wide
geothermal plant for heating.
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Speed limit enforcement on frontage road
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There are no good options for housing for middle income families.
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Vail needs to feel more like a town for people who live here (feels too
much like it is catered to everyone else, e.g. The ski mountain).
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We had funds set aside for'sizeable enclosed space for community
events'...and it was frittered away! Short memory here?!
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see other above Vail should have built a performing arts center before
the Vilar was built, but it is too late now, ther isn't a large enough base
to support programming for one in Vail as well as the Vilar. we don't
need another encled space beyond Donova, Dobson, the Community
room and all the spaces various hotels have
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business
How does the town of Vail encourage investors to invest in affordable
only
housing?
Are there any questions that were missed that you would like included in future
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Discussion of Red Sandstone Elementary School improvements.
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How does the town of Vail encourage investors to invest in affordable
housing?
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Night safety, Intermountain between Intermountain bus stop and
columbine apartments needs lighting. Maybe low level lighting, just
enough for guidance along the sidewalk.
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No
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No
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No
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Not much mention here of anything 'community related'. I think that
asking for feedback on community programs would be helpful. Again,
don't forget your locals, so they don't all join the down valley exodus.
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restaurant quality/choices survey
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There should have been questions about noise mitigation from 170
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this survey is a little long
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yes on i70 noise pollution. The trucks are extremely loud when they fly
through the valley. It is a huge damper on the community.
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Yes, we want you to make voting in Vail online!!!
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volunteer involvement, we have such a giving community for young and
old. More recycling containers throughout town that emphasize
compost, recycle and landfill as choices. No questions on town parks
were included on this survey. I see a lot of $$s were put into improving
parks for people with children. How to address better public use space
(include art displays..free events, etc )
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Continue to have events that make Vail a year round destination.
advertise them.
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Had I know how long the survey was, i would not have started it. On
other surveys they show how far you have completed as you move
along. That would have been helpful for putting it down and picking it
up later
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More specifics or a way to review items that are part of the survey like
list of events
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no
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No
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no,thank you
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Shall ToV study the idea of covering 170, which would so enhance the
quality of our living by getting rid of a major source of highly annoying
noise and pollution AND bring acres of space in this narrow,
overcrowded valley. (40 years ago, this idea was already in the air...)
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There has been some talk about the shuttle buses used by the resorts in
the area. I'd like to go on record supporting these shuttle buses and
their use of the roads/drop off locations.
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There is nothing about the parks and the ridiculous excess of resources
that goes into them. The town is completely surrounded by public land
and the parks don't serve that much purpose. They are ridiculously
extravagant.
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Topics - Golf course, Nordic center, tennis and recreational facilities and
staff.
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What 1 improvement do you most want?
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What's your favorite restaurant ? kidding
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Highway noise reduction efforts
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Improve 170 commute from Denver. Too much traffic. Better mass
business
transit.
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Demonstrate what is the carbon footprint guests create by coming
here.
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Income - Gives perspective of where there answers are coming from. IE
$25 to park to a millionaire is nothing. $25 to park to a local that makes
$35,000 a year working 2 jobs hurts. Other ski towns visited? Flower
Crew?
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Marijuana use in Vail: There needs to be a more struck enforcement of
marijuana use in public places within the TOV. Furthermore the TOV
needs to remain opposed to any dispensary businesses or smoking
related business (e.g. smoking club/room) operating within the town of
Vail. Finally there needs to be better drug testing and enforcement
of TOV staff. I have frequently smelt TOV employees (bus drivers,
sanitation staff) who stink of pot. This is disgraceful.
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Meter Pay parking on Frontage Road.
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No
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Noise mitigation for 170
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Participation in volunteer opportunities and not-for-profit boards. How
to integrate newcomers better.
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Pet waste in Parks is a problem, those who do not pick up waste should
be ticketed and fined
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Should future construction be limited in order to limit footprints in Vail
that are changing the landscape, climate, and beauty of the area?
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This survey is way too long. There should be a single 'Don't Know' at the
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top of each category so you don't have to scroll down through
everything.
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Town Council members' communication outreach efforts with local
residents
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What items has money been wasted on (check all that apply) How do
you view the Vail Police force? How do you view the decisions made
by the town council? Made by the mayor?
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You are losing many great working locals. They feel like they are not
welcome and are being pushed out. The priority seems to be on more,
more , more for the wealthy guests... but now it is at the cost of the
locals. The issue that no one wants to talk about is that workers are
NOT being paid livable wages here. The media is investigating this issue
and the exposure of this will not be good for any of us in Vail.
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Do you think Vail Resorts considers the interests of residents when
making any of its decisions?
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Vail will succeed by being a high end destination for people in the
summer and winter. The TOV needs to fix several problems; or the high
end resident will go elsewhere. There are plenty of choices. The first
thing to do is to ensure that the TOV employees (especially the police)
stop acting like they're patrolling a high crime area in south Chicago.
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What are our opinions on availability of non event entertainment in
village i.e.. restaurants, bars, ..
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Anything regarding new building restrictions, height, size etc. Residents
have no say in new buildings in their neighborhoods. Only thing that
seems to matter is how much money the town will get.
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Do you favor marijuana sales in Vail?
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I hope to get in on a lottery and finally own my own place, deed
restricted, in Vail.
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No
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Sustainable growth. There is no mention of quality of life as it pertains
to this. When does Vail become too crowded? The goal seems to only
be growth.
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too many questions
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Town of Vail? We are in East Vail ..... I assume this is TOV. Sometimes
the questions seem to refer to Vail Village rather than the TOV ( East
Vail, Vail Village, West Vail )
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Pedestrian crossings. Dark and unsafe. They just walk. Even if it is icy
and almost impossible to stop. Can not believe there aren't more
accidents because of crossings.
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Question: are the monies spent on evening events i.e..bands, beer fest,
etc. a good use of tax dollars? How does a renter view Vail when they
must schlepp their bags from the parking garage thru a crowd
street(closed to cars so can not deliver bags to the doorstep), up the
stairs where party goers have urinated in the stairwell to find the
pictures vibrating on the wall. My guess there are two reactions, either
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'party on' or OMG.
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There is a big problem of pedestrians and traffic using the same area.
Gore Creek Drive is very dangerous with buses, two way traffic and
pedestrians. Please make Gore Creek one way and designate a
pedestrian walk way on the edge, similar to village circle.
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Add a third lane past the east vail chain up area. Add more police(get
them out of their cars) to direct trucks to open spots to chain up. Start
to enforce the noise ordinance in east vail.
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Ask about the retail mix (too many fur, jewelry stores, no book store, no
Whole Foods -like store). Ask about the availability or desirability of
restaurants serving ethnic foods (need more Chinese, Indian, other
ethnic)
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How important are policies and regulations designed to reduce the
town's contribution to climate change ? How much dog shit can you
tolerate?
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How is the Vail Town Staff doing? How is the office of the town's legal
staff/court doing?
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no
Open
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no
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Not only do we need to focus on affordable housing for residents, we
need to focus on our school systems for our resident children. Day is
also and issue for families that choose to live here full-time, not for
second and third home -owners.
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Questions about lifestyle and activities. How we recreate....
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There was no comment section after the environmental choices section
and I had comments.
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Vail needs to participate in creating another 'miller ranch' type
development. Partner with the other towns and large employers to
create a place for millennials to live and grow as their family needs
grow.
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Would you like to ban smoking in the town of Vail?
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No. Good survey.
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no
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no
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No
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At what age do you see yourself leaving Vail? Why?
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Do residents feel that 'speed traps' are a safety enhancement' or TOV
fund raiser? The N frontage road has a 10mph lower speed limit than
the S frontage road. Most of E Vail has no passing possibilities, even
when a bus is going 25 rather than 40 for miles!
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Concern about 1-70 traffic
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no
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Noise Mitigation Speed limit enforcement
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Pine beadle kill should be addressed.
Open
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This survey makes too many assumptions about familarity of
respondent with town services.
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Produce options. Natural foods stores.
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Part-time
No
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what services are missing - we would like a healthy grocery store we
can walk to in Vail Village. The bodega is an improvement, but we still
cant get a fresh head of lettuce without driving. And then there's
safeway or city market which are not upscale healthy grocery stores.
WFs in Frisco is ok in the summer, but driving the pass in winter is
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unappealing. And not having to drive at all would be best. We cook in
our condo and would like to be able to shop for necessities without
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driving.
Do you have any additional comments or suggestions?
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Good survey but much too long! I almost quit.
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I drive down valley to do my business because that is where they are.
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I really enjoy the Town BBQs, and thank you for adding veggie burgers
to the menu.
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I would like to mention that I have a business license for AirBnB and
that has helped me afford to live in the valley. When I decided to buy in
Vail it was a factor in my decision in order to be able to afford my
property. I thank the town for being supportive of AirBnB as I do not
want a renter in my home but enjoy the guests and friends I am able to
entertain along with providing another option for visitors to Vail for
accommodation.
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It's a LONG survey. Use it well. Thanks for the opportunity to share
perspectives of the locals.
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Keep up the good work!
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Keep Vail safe, beautiful, healthy, professional, fun, affordable.
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Love living in the Town of Vail. Like the Village most of the time when
we're not crowded out by events. Don't like the way visitors let their
dogs shit all over the trails.
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No
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No
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Stop allocating to all wishes/needs and adequately fund & fix a couple,
then move on to others.
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The TOV is well run in general and I appreciate the careful management
of expenditures. The last 7 years have seen little growth in the TOV so
we need to be careful not to panic; maintain what we have and
increase the quality of the experience here for guests and residents. It's
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all in the amount of snow we get and there is little we can do to control
that.
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the town of vail needs to pay more attention to red sandstone school.
it is a very important part of our community
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This town has a serious problem with employment discrimination based
on sex and age. You should investigate hiring practices (not just at the
library) because it appears that department heads are free to hire their
friends to fill vacancies, as long as they meet minimum qualifications.
How about administering a civil service test and hiring the most
qualified?
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TOV is not responsible to provide housing for business. they are for
profit corperations that need to provide their own work force housing
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Transportation staff is unfriendly and at times mean
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Vail is amazing. Thank you for your hard work. We are all very lucky to
have this wonderful treasure to call home.
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We are strongly against EverVail. We need to fill the hotels in the village
first. We do not think its needed, whatsoever!
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We have the best town staff in many, many years, and I think the new
council can capitalize on their ability to operate effectively to focus the
council efforts on creating solution to the issues that continue to plague
us...
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Work to get VR to share responsibility for parking problems largely
created by increased capacity and activities on the Mountain.
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Yes, please let us vote in Vail online (just like we are doing this survey)!
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Great town... LOVE living here. now only if we had free parking in the
winter...
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perhaps make the survey a bit shorter
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A bit too long but like areas for comments
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Again, interested in future real estate opportunities and creation of
Ever Vail.
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Clarification needed on use of terminology concerning short term v.
long term rental since for tax purposes long term is over one month.
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I am highly disappointed regarding private owners who want to rent
their property having to get a license and/or tax ID, especially for short
term rentals under 14 days.
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I am not registered to vote in Vail as I am not permitted to in a general
election. But I can vote in VRD elections. I think second home owners
should be permitted (and encouraged to) vote in TOV elections. We are
certainly impacted by the elections.
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I really want lighting on the pedestrian path from the ped bridge to
TimberRidge.
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I think that the no stop coming up to the frontage road from Gold Peak
by the east end of the parking structure should be made more clear -
People stop all the time - maybe one of those blinking (green for go
instead of red for stop) signs would help
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I think the requirement for back flow meters is ridiculous and costly
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I think you should do away with the plastic bag ban. It negatively affect
tourists. We had the same ordinance in Dallas and we got rid of it
because everyone complained. It is a big nuisance. Walking out of a
store with your hands full of things you bought is not... pleasant.
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If covering 170, like it was imagined 40 years ago, sounds way too
farfetched, let's study, at least, building a sound barrier over the
highway!
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If you want input leave the response open ended.
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Limiting ski clubs in the village is a fine idea. The village needs more
restaurants and bars. Use of outdoor space is applauded, like Crepe
place near the fountain. More would improve vibrancy.
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Make it easier to hover over questions and just type a 'S' or a '3' instead
of having to use the drop down arrows. The easier you make it to
complete the survey the more folks you will see finish them.
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Need a small grocery/sundries store in Vail Village. Need more places
for seasonal locker rentals in Vail Village.
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no
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no
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No
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Overall, great place to live!
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Please keep up the good work. You are headed in the right direction.
The Simba Run underpass will be a pain, but it is the right thing to do,
Please focus on providing affordable housing for the workers of the
valley. They deserve a safe and affordable place to live and raise a
family. In turn, Vail will have a competent and committed workforce
that will continue to make the 'Vail Experience' great.
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Survey is way too long.
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The question above about how many weeks per year my home is used
for various purposes is poorly structured because it does not account
for situations where a home has multiple uses. I use it for myself about
50 weeks per year, and I rent it out long term to a Vail resident for 52
weeks per year -- so the total SHOULD be more than 52, but this survey
will not accept that answer.
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Vail needs a rec-center like Avon has & also Vail should have more
free parking like Avon has for BC
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very through well written survey
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We hope to retire in Vail!
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We love Vail! Keep up the good work.
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would like to see more health food stores in the valley
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Highway noise reduction efforts
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Need affordable housing for renters.
business
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Get mail
I'd like to see future discussion on annexation of EagleVail as an
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opportunity to increase workforce housing
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HATE the no plastic bags at grocery.
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Develop a working cost sharing strategy with VR and demands made on
Town infrastructure by VR's growth plans
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Do away with ban on plastic bags. I just go to Walmart in Avon which
takes away from sales tax revenue for TOV. It has little impact on
environment. If you were serious you would ban plastic bottles that I
see everyone use at Town meetings including elected officials and TOV
employees.
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I know you want to get as much info as possible.... but wow, its quite a
survey ya have here...
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I live across the street from TOV deed restricted housing and they both
have cleaning staff clean their units. It infuriates me that I work two
jobs, haven't even skied yet this year (and I have a free pass) so I can
help support people working the system to have an easy life because
they think they deserve it. If people want to live then they should earn
it like the people who built this town up to what it is now.
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I may not agree with all of the town's decisions I do feel the employees
and leaders care a great deal about our needs and living conditions!
Overall a greatjob !!!
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If I had a company that needed a scheduled event, about the last place I
would bring it to is Vail. If someone working for me scheduled the event
for mid-April to Memorial Day or late October to mid-November; I
would fire that person. The weather in Vail is miserable those times,
and there are infinite better places to have an event those times than
Vail.
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No
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our summer business is fine.. please don't crowd that up like
winter/skiing season.as a working local , we'll never get to appreciate
Vail and 'smell the roses.' this survey is long but worthy. I goofed by
pushing the 'enter' button early so it is coming in 2 parts . sorry and
thanks for this opportunity to contribute even tho I now have to live
further from 'my home' of Vail.
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stop promoting ass clowns just because they have been there longer
than the other guy. Promote based on experience, qualifications and
work ethics not years of half assed service on the job.
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Thank you! Can we plan to cover or tunnel the highway?
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There is a lack of ethics on Town Council. There are financial conflicts of
interest with applicants and Councilmembers should not vote.
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Wrong
Year-round
Vail is too willing to add population in order to spend more money and
make Vail into a city.
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
Vail Resorts monopoly control of all guest interactions from bookings to
transport to hotels to skiing to retail to food is harming small businesses
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and the character of the community.
Invite
Wrong
Year-round
Why are we contracting out animal control services to Eagle County
when we have our own community patrol force??
Invite
Wrong
Work only
Thank you for the survey!
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
Again, I cannot reiterate how important it is for the town to take care of
its residents with special ski passes and parking and bus service. An
epic pass is now $8091 Seriously!?!?! There needs to be a Vail Resident
pass with no restrictions and there needs to be affordable housing and
resident perks. After all, it is the residents that make Vail function on a
day-to-day. They need to be taken care of. Period.
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
More heated sidewalks so people don't slip on ice,
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
there needs to be some restrictions on bike rider use of public roads.
they do not own the roads.
Invite
Wrong
Part-time
We think developers have become more and more greedy and the
Town Board should be making their decisions based on the interests of
the residents and not the developers.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Climate change is important. It is obvious with the steps TOV has been
taking. One of my biggest frustrations in this fight is lack of vegetarian
options in the valley. Meat production is a major contributor to climate
change, yet it is nearly impossible to find good or plentiful vegetarian
options in our restaurants. Has anyone thought to address this part of
it? I have many vegetarian friends who complain about this. We also
have an enlightened clientele who eat more plant -based than the
average consumer and they complain about it, as well. I work at a
lodging property and have heard this many times.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
I would like a summary of how the tax dollars were spent in the year
and what the reserve fund is. I would like a five year plan for some of
these important issues rather than an ad hoc way of dealing with them.
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
Keep up the good work!
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
no
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
No
Invite
Don't know
Year-round
To protect our local businesses that are NOT owned by Vail Resorts
(which are becoming fewer and fewer since they own most
everything!!), we need to quit giving VR our summer marketing funds.
VR puts themselves first (their phone numbers, their lodging, their
restaurants, etc) in their marketing promotions. Let's give our locally
owned businesses a chance to survive!!! Also, the Town Council needs
to start thinking independently of the town staff and manager.
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
The 7th question above does not permit for duplex information
Invite
Don't know
Part-time
You should have progress bars for the survey
Invite
Year-round
Westvail south roundabout: there are two arrows to go under i70 to
north side. Should be 1!!!!! One lane should be to continue on south
frontage or to turn to Marriott streamside. So many near hits!!
Invite
Year-round
Stronger cooperation needs to be encouraged between the TOV and
Vail Resorts. From the outside, it appears there is a lack of trust at least,
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and animosity towards each other at times.
New parking solutions need to be addressed immediately. For years the
issue has been discussed — but to no avail. It's only a matter of time
before a major injury or worse occurs with on Frontage Road parking.
The Town of Vail has the financial resources to address this issue. We
can't wait for Ever Vail to come to fruition and provide additional
parking.
I believe cleaning up the main entryway into Vail (particularly the
westbound off ramp at main Vail exit) would provide a major visual
improvement for our guests. Even cutting the wildland grass a couple of
times each summer would compliment the stunning flower
presentations provided each year by the Landscaping crew. (A low cost
addition)
Improvement to the existing bike/recreation path immediately west of
the pedestrian overpass bridge is needed on the north side. At the
moment it is a dangerous layout, particularly at night. A reduced grade,
wider visual corridors and lighting at night is needed to avoid being
terrified by bikers and skateboarders traveling at speeds way too fast
for the current conditions.
Continuation of the current stream walk will greatly enhance the guests
experience. The current sections behind the library, and from the
Covered Bridge east are constantly utilized by young and old alike. But
there is a huge missing gap in the middle.
The TOV should encourage (as it has in the village) replacement of older
buildings such as those in Sandstone, Intermountain and West Vail,
many of which are having major issues because of age. However, such
replacement needs to keep the equivalent amount of employee
housing units and an increase in parking stalls into perpetuity. A
replacement of the current municipal building is not currently
necessary, better use of the money would be providing employee
housing. But please, do not go the way the current replacement of the
Golf Clubhouse is heading: it's disgraceful how the costs have escalated
out of this world, where is the management of such projects?
Open
Right
Year-round
Build an underground parking structure
Open
Right
Year-round
I think the Community Development Department goes above and
beyond to include the local building industry.
Open
Right
Year-round
Just want to say that I like the drop off / pick up opportunity by Mill
Creek Circle. That works great. I use that spot a lot.
Open
Right
Year-round
Keep up the good work
Open
Right
Year-round
Keep up the good work !
Open
Right
Year-round
Keep up the good work!
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Open
Right
Year-round
Keep up the good work. Bring back George Gillett.
Open
Right
Year-round
no
Open
Right
Year-round
no
Open
Right
Year-round
One last thought.... I think forcing the super market to ban plastic bags
was terrible customer service and it only hurt the guests. Encouraging
reusable bags by giving them away out front of the grocery store is a
nice thought, taking bags away completely was terrible service.
Open
Right
Year-round
please bring back the winter mountain games!
Open
Right
Year-round
Please put estimated time required to take this survey if not included
and I missed it.
Open
Right
Year-round
Pretty long survey - if I was not retired, I would have bailed out at some
point. Good luck getting responses. This took me more than 30
minutes.
Open
Right
Year-round
Thankful for the addition of the turnabout at Simba! I can't wait to use
it to go to Cascade or Lionshead from my house. It will discourage
people from running across the highway which I still see happening.
Thank you! Working with the second largest employer (VVMC) to get
employees to work through bus schedule discussions during their
construction! I am unable to use bus any time of year because
schedule is not early enough. Nurses and other health care
professionals workers must start at 0700, which means they need to be
at VTC by 0630-0640 to get to work on time. Please consider this so we
can impact environment with less car use for those of us who live in
Vail. Paying $500 or more for a pass to park for 6 months of the year is
hard for middle income earners.
Open
Right
Year-round
Vail MUST move aggressively towards a carbon neutral future.
Open
Right
Year-round
Vail should provide a list to retailers or would-be retailers and
restauranteurs a listing of most requested services based on a more
detailed set of survey questions regarding what people want to see in
Vail. These surveys could be used to let the takers of the surveys tell
Vail what kinds of stores/restaurants they would like to see, and use it
to maybe improve the retail mix.
Open
Right
Work only
Diversity, inclusion, acceptance!!!
Open
Right
Work only
I lived in Vail from 1999 to 2008, but have since moved down valley.
Vail has turned into a place that's nice to visit, but it's not a place that I
want to raise a family. Vail has missed the boat with my demographic,
and I don't ever see it coming back to port at this point.
Open
Right
Work only
Looking forward to the Underpass project, great connectivity! Its time
to build more parking, its a wise investment for the future, we need to
provide safe adequate parking. Frontage road parking is getting worse,
and is unsafe, and you cannot control where people cross the road.
Open
Right
Work only
No
Open
Right
Part-time
Beware of over regulating. The best form of management is personal
responsibility
Open
Right
Part-time
I wish you would dedicate a memorial or plaque to the people who died
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in the 1976 gondola tragedy. This is an important event in Vail's history
that ultimately changed Vail for the better.
Open
Right
Part-time
I would like to compliment you for hosting this survey.
Open
Right
Part-time
More questions about how short term rentals are arranged, VRBO ect.
the town need to be able to better control these rentals.
Open
Right
Part-time
More questions about short term rentals, VRBO ect. the town needs to
know more about these type of rentals
Open
Right
Part-time
My home has a street in front of it that is not maintained by TOV. I
don't understand why this is. We are in the city limits in W Vail. But we
have to resurface our own street, repair cracks & potholes, and have it
plowed in winter months at the expense of five home owners. The rub
is we pay all the sales taxes and property taxes, but we don't receive
the city services we are paying for. I'm at a loss as to why my Vail
neighborhood was set up like this.
Open
Right
Part-time
Nice survey. Informative to fill out.
Open
Right
Part-time
no
Open
Right
Part-time
No
Open
Right
Part-time
Open up the Golden Peak Lot for skiier drop off and pick-up
Open
Right
Part-time
survey is too long
Open
Right
Part-time
Vail is a great place! We have been coming since 1981- keep it great!
Open
Right
Part-time
yes, when asking us to fill out survey please be honest and give us an
approximate time frame and please print countdown as survey is filled
out. Not sure I would do another survey unless that info was included.
Open
Wrong
Year-round
Free parking for locals, free bus system that goes past midnight
Open
Wrong
Year-round
I grew up and graduated in Vail. The town used to be fun and have a
great reputation. I've watched the town slowly chip away and push out
anyone that wants to live here and be a 'ski bum'. I've had lots of
friends leave in the last few years because they are tired of having to
work 10 jobs to afford a crappy condo and work so much that they
never ski or enjoy the reason they lived here. It's too expensive to
afford a decent home without having a trust fund and realtors have
actually laughed at me when we told them our wants and wanting to
stay in Vail. If we can't find housing in the town of Vail we might as well
move out of the Valley, why work hard and sacrifice if you can't be
close to the things you love and want to do. All the people that built
Vail are all now old and forgot what it was like and do what they can to
discourage night life and new young people to the town. Even
thinking of having children and trying to find childcare or fitting them
into a 900 sf is a waste of time. If Vail caters to foreigners who will buy
their homes, who will work in their businesses, cook their food if they
have no where to live and nothing to do. Living in Vail isn't so great
anymore and the people that have done it for years don't want to do it
anymore and we are not breading any new skier enthusiasts because
let's be honest who can afford to come to vacation in Vail other than
the wealthy and their children are not going to be working in
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restaurants or selling t -shits in 20 years.
Open
Wrong
Work only
Need to do a survey of just the town employees so the council can get a
feel of what's really going on with in the workforce of the town. The
manager and directors will probably not like the results they would get.
That's probably why one has never been done.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Figure out a way for non-resident owners can have a say on Vail issues
!!!!
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Good survey. Really made me think about the difficulty of setting
priorities.
Open
Wrong
Part-time
Safety on the MT is always my primary concern. Work with Vail Resorts
to make it the top priority.
Open
Wrong
Own
If the plastic bag ban is extended to my business on a pedestrian mall, I
business
will lose enough business to question its viability. Our customers have
only
to walk with a lot of bulky purchases, are away from home and their
usual routines, sometimes spoiled. We can minimize the use of plastic
bags with alternate suggestions. Plastic bags could be collected like
other recycles at hotels,homes, and in TOV recycling . Or downcycled as
the case may be- at least eliminated a lot more from the waste stream.
A continuation and increase in the reusable bag program could help,
build momentum, create positive change. A ban will cause
frustration, lost sales, confrontation. Asking Senor to pay me for another
paper bag (which is energy intensive to make ,too) after he just
dropped a bundle is not going to work out well. I will participate in all
the green practices that are practical but I don't want a town gov't to
tell me how to run the business.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
30 -year local residents. We own a Vail business, but don't live in Vail,
but would like to be able to afford to do so.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Make a point of reaching out to taxpayers and property owners!!!
Open
Don't know
Year-round
My spouse is a year round employee in Vail.
Open
Don't know
Year-round
Noise Mitigation Speed limit enforcement Larger Police force
Open
Don't know
Part-time
Most the stores in town are high end nonsense or tshirt tourist traps.
Useful and appealing places would be very welcome.
Open
Don't know
Part-time
No
Open
Year-round
It is way to Dark here now. Lighting should be improved for safety at
side roads. Street signs should be illuminated. Its very dangerous with
pedestrians walking and crossing in the dark. Very easy to miss turns in
the darks. Guests are all over the place trying to find turns.
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Overall
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Fpen
Is your residence (either
year-round or seasonal)
within the town of Vail?
Yes
86°/a
65%
78%
No
35%
22%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
540
376
916
If yes, where?
East Vail
29%
20%
26%
West Vail (north of 170)
13%
18%
15%
Potato Patch, Sandstone
12%
12%
12%
Intermountain
8%
7%
8%
Vail Village
6%
9%
7%
Matterhorn, Glen Lyon
5%
8%
6%
Lionshead
5%
6%
5%
Buffehr Creek, Lionsridge, the Valley
5%
6%
5%
Booth Falls and Bald Mountain Road areas
4%
4%
4%
Other
4%
5%
4%
Vail Commons/Safeway area
3%
2%
3%
Golf Course
3%
2%
3%
Not a resident of the town of Vail
0%
1 %
1 %
Booth Creek/Aspen Lane
1%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
467
243
710
Which of the following best
describes you?
Year-round resident (11+ months/year)
47%
57%
51%
Part-time resident (what is the ZIP Code of your primary
42%
20%
33%
Employed in the town of Vail but don't live there
4%
17%
10%
Get mail in the town but don't live or work there
3%
3%
3%
Non-resident owner of business/commercial property
4%
4%
4%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n=
541
374
915
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Overall
Invite
Open
Would you say that things in
the town of Vail are going in
the right direction, or have
they gotten off on the wrong
track?
Right direction
63%
65%
64%
Wrong track
20%
16%
18%
Dont know
17%
20%
18%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n=
533
370
903
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Local government ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Providing information to
citizens
1 -Not at All Satisfied
3%
3%
3%
2
5%
5%
5%
3
28%
19%
24%
4
31%
37%
33%
5 -Very Satisfied
34%
35%
35%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.9
4.0
3.9
n =
507
353
860
Offering public engagement
opportunities
1 -Not at All Satisfied
2%
2%
2%
2
7%
6%
7%
3
26%
26%
26%
4
33%
38%
35%
5 -Very Satisfied
32%
29%
31%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.9
3.9
3.9
n =
470
336
806
Being collaborative in
decision-making process
1 -Not at All Satisfied
11%
6%
8%
2
11%
14%
13%
3
36%
30%
34%
4
26%
31%
28%
5 -Very Satisfied
16%
19%
17%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.2
3.4
3.3
n =
400
307
707
Approachability of staff and
Town Council members
1 -Not at All Satisfied
5%
3%
4%
2
6%
6%
6%
3
19%
18%
19%
4
34%
30%
32%
5 -Very Satisfied
36%
43%
39%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.9
4.0
4.0
n =
373
288
661
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Overall
Invite
Open
Newspaper
87%
89%
88%
Website (www vailgov com)
56%
64%
59%
E -services (meeting announcements, agendas, news releases, newsletters, etc)
47%
64%
54%
Attend or watch meetings (five web streams, Channel 5)
17%
27%
21%
How do you receive
information about the Town
Vail
Social media (Twitter, Facebook, etc)
17%
22%
19%
of
Radio
11%
24%
16%
Television
17%
13%
15%
Social media (Twitter, Facebook, etc)
10%
15%
12%
Other
10%
6%
8%
274%
323%
294%
TOTAL
n =
524
357
881
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Public Works ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Appearance and condition of
Town -owned buildings
1 -Not at All Satisfied
1%
1%
1%
2
4%
2%
3%
3
23%
21%
22%
4
39%
46%
42%
5 -Very Satisfied
32%
31%
32%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.0
4.0
4.0
n =
509
345
854
Friendliness and courteous
attitude of Public Works
employees
1 -Not at All Satisfied
1 %
1 %
1 %
2
2%
1%
1%
3
15%
11%
14%
4
33%
37%
35%
5 -Very Satisfied
50%
50%
50%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.3
4.3
4.3
n =
429
307
736
Cleanliness of pedestrian
villages
1 -Not at All Satisfied
0%
0%
2
2%
1%
1%
3
6%
5%
6%
4
28%
31%
29%
5 -Very Satisfied
64%
63%
64%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.5
4.6
4.5
n =
524
353
877
Road and street maintenance
by the Town of Vail
(potholes, sweeping,
drainage, etc)
1 -Not at All Satisfied
1 %
1 %
1 %
2
4%
4%
4%
3
17%
15%
16%
4
40%
46%
42%
5 -Very Satisfied
39%
34%
37%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.1
4.1
4.1
n =
523
355
878
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Public Works ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Open
Cleanliness of public
restrooms
1 -Not at All Satisfied
Linvite
1%
1%
2
3%
2%
3
13%
13%
13%
4
42%
43%
43%
5 -Very Satisfied
42%
40%
41%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.2
4.2
4.2
n =
454
320
774
Snow removal on roads
1 -Not at All Satisfied
2%
1 %
1 %
2
2%
1%
2%
3
9%
9%
9%
4
31%
40%
34%
5 -Very Satisfied
56%
50%
54%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.4
4.4
4.4
n =
526
354
880
Overall park maintenance
1 -Not at All Satisfied
1%
1%
1%
2
1%
1%
1%
3
9%
5%
8%
4
35%
36%
36%
5 -Very Satisfied
54%
57%
55%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.4
4.5
4.4
n =
511
341
852
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Fire services ratings
Survey Version
nvite open
overall
Wildfire mitigation efforts
1 -Not at All Satisfied
1 %
0%
1 %
2 1% 1%
1%
3 9% 9%
9%
4 25% 27%
26%
5 -Very Satisfied 27% 28%
28%
6 37% 35%
36%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.9
4.9
4.9
n =
517
341
858
Response times to basic
medical emergencies and
fires
1 -Not at All Satisfied
0%
0%
2 0% 0%
0%
3 3% 6%
4%
4 12% 22%
16%
5 -Very Satisfied 32% 29%
31%
6 53% 43%
49%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
5.3
5.1
5.2
n =
519
343
862
Courtesy and helpfulness of
firefighters and fire
prevention staff
1 -Not at All Satisfied
0%
1%
0%
2 1% 1%
1%
3 4% 6%
5%
4 16% 18%
17%
5 -Very Satisfied 46% 50%
48%
6 33% 24%
30%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
5.1
4.9
5.0
n =
517
343
860
Timely plan -check and fire
system inspections on
remodeled or new
construction
1 -Not at All Satisfied
0%
0%
0%
2 1% 2%
1%
3 9% 9%
9%
4 12% 16%
13%
5 -Very Satisfied 13% 14%
14%
6 65% 60%
63%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
5.3
5.2
5.3
n =
517
341
858
Fire safety, awareness and
education programs
provided
1 -Not at All Satisfied
1%
1%
1%
2 2% 2%
2%
3 11% 11%
11%
4 19% 18%
19%
5 -Very Satisfied 22% 30%
25%
6 45% 38%
42%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.9
4.9
4.9
n =
519
342
861
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Police services ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Have you utilized Vail Police
for any service or emergency
within the past 12 months?
Yes
20%
27%
23%
No
80%
73%
77%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
519
338
857
Friendliness and
approachability of Vail police
department employees
1 -Not at All Satisfied
2%
3%
3%
2
4%
4%
4%
3
12%
10%
11%
4
28%
26%
27%
5 -Very Satisfied
541%
57%
559/6
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.3
4.3
4.3
n =
422
301
723
Appropriate presence of
police on footivehicle patrol
1 -Not at All Satisfied
2%
4%
3%
2
8%
3%
6%
3
18%
18%
18%
4
32%
32%
32%
5 -Very Satisfied
40%
42%
41%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.0
4.1
4.0
n =
454
307
761
Crime prevention
1 -Not at All Satisfied
2%
4%
3%
2
2%
1%
2%
3
15%
17%
15%
4
38%
34%
36%
5 -Very Satisfied
43%
45%
44%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.2
4.1
4.2
n =
329
235
564
Visibility of police
foot/vehicle patrol
1 -Not at All Satisfied
2%
4%
3%
2
7%
4%
5%
3
21%
18%
20%
4
33%
33%
33%
5 -Very Satisfied
37%
42%
39%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.0
4.1
4.0
n =
468
320
788
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Police services ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Overall feeling of safety and
security
1 -Not at All Satisfied
1 %
2%
1 %
2
2%
2%
3
9%
8%
9%
4
29%
28%
29%
5 -Very Satisfied
60%
60%
60%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.4
4.4
4.4
n =
499
331
830
Managing parking and traffic
control issues
1 -Not at All Satisfied
5%
7%
6%
2
11%
6%
9%
3
23%
22%
23%
4
34%
34%
34%
5 -Very Satisfied
27%
31%
28%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.7
3.8
3.7
n =
779
Overall quality of service
1 -Not at All Satisfied
2%
4%
3%
2
2%
2%
2%
3
15%
12%
13%
4
38%
34%
36%
5 -Very Satisfied
44%
49%
46%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.2
4.2
4.2
n =
425
301
726
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Overall
Invite
Open
Have you used the services
of the Community
Development Department
within the past 12 months?
Yes
15%
21%
17%
No
85%
79%
83%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
521
344
865
How did you access their
services?
Walk in to office
71%
66%
68%
Telephone
49%
49%
49%
Website
38%
49%
43%
Attend a meeting
29%
44%
36%
Other
12%
9%
10%
TOTAL
199%
216%
207%
n =
78
70
148
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Community Development Department ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Courtesy and
attitude/helpfulness
1 -Not at All Satisfied
4%
6%
5%
2
8%
1%
5%
3
9%
16%
13%
4
32%
30%
31%
5 -Very Satisfied
46%
47%
47%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.1
4.1
4.1
n =
74
70
144
Timeliness of response (to
telephone calls, inspections,
questions/inquiries, plan
review, etc)
1 -Not at All Satisfied
1%
2%
1%
2
8%
5%
6%
3
16%
17%
17%
4
29%
42%
35%
5 -Very Satisfied
45%
35%
40%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.1
4.0
4.1
n =
73
66
139
Overall service and efficiency
1 -Not at All Satisfied
4%
3%
3%
2
8%
4%
6%
3
15%
19%
17%
4
35%
42%
38%
5 -Very Satisfied
38%
32%
35%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.9
4.0
4.0
n =
74
69
143
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Community Development Department ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Knowledge/ability to answer
questions
1 -Not at All Satisfied
4%
1 %
3%
2
4%
1%
3%
3
14%
14%
14%
4
30%
39%
34%
5 -Very Satisfied
48%
44%
46%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.1
4.2
4.2
n =
73
70
143
Availability of information (e
g , public records)
1 -Not at All Satisfied
4%
5%
5%
2
1%
2%
2%
3
15%
14%
15%
4
36%
44%
40%
5 -Very Satisfied
43%
35%
40%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.1
4.0
4.1
n =
67
57
124
Building permit review and
inspections
1 -Not at All Satisfied
9%
6%
8%
2
4%
8%
6%
3
17%
12%
15%
4
34%
35%
34%
5 -Very Satisfied
36%
39%
37%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.8
3.9
3.9
n =
53
49
102
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Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Are you aware that the Town
offers residents/employees a
variety of parking passes and
discount parking programs?
Yes
72%
80%
75%
No
22%
15%
19%
Uncertain
6%
5%
6%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
513
327
840
Do you own a parking pass
or value card this season?
Yes
26%
26%
26%
No
74%
74%
74%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
510
328
838
What type of pass or value
card do you own?
Value card
72%
63%
68%
Blue pass
15%
25%
19%
pinkass
p
6%
7%
7%
Gold pass
5%
1 %
4%
Green pass
2%
4%
3%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
131
83
214
How likely are you to buy a
parking pass next year?
1 -Not at all likely
60%
64%
62%
2
6%
5%
6%
3
5%
5%
5%
4
4%
3%
4%
5 -Very likely
24%
23%
24%
TOTAL
100%
1000/0
100%
Average
2.3
2.2
2.2
n =
466
307
773
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Public parking ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Ease of parking in winter
1 -Not at All Satisfied
16%
18%
16%
2
17%
24%
20%
3
33%
25%
30%
4
23%
21%
22%
5 -Very Satisfied
11%
12%
11%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.0
2.9
2.9
n =
455
293
748
Overflow Frontage Road
parking (convenience/ease of
access)
1 -Not at All Satisfied
19%
18%
19%
2
17%
14%
16%
3
27%
32%
29%
4
24%
21%
23%
5 -Very Satisfied
13%
15%
14%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
2.9
3.0
3.0
n =
395
257
652
Overall parking fees/pricing
structure
1 -Not at All Satisfied
15%
17%
16%
2
19%
19%
19%
3
32%
35%
33%
4
23%
16%
20%
5 -Very Satisfied
11%
13%
12%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.0
2.9
2.9
n =
454
289
743
Parking structure cleanliness
1 -Not at All Satisfied
5%
3%
4%
2
8%
8%
8%
3
26%
33%
29%
4
37%
33%
35%
5 -Very Satisfied
24%
23%
24%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.7
3.7
3.7
n =
477
312
789
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Public parking ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Booth attendant courtesy
1 -Not at All Satisfied
1 %
1 %
1 %
2
3%
3%
3
14%
19%
16%
4
31%
31%
31%
5 -Very Satisfied
51%
46%
49%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.3
4.2
4.3
n =
442
273
715
Ease of parking in summer
1 -Not at All Satisfied
2%
1 %
2%
2
5%
1%
3%
3
11%
9%
10%
4
23%
25%
24%
5 -Very Satisfied
60%
64%
61%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.3
4.5
4.4
n =
480
310
790
Overflow Vail Frontage Road
parking (safety)
1 -Not at All Satisfied
20%
18%
19%
2
21%
18%
19%
3
27%
31%
28%
4
20%
21%
21%
5 -Very Satisfied
12%
13%
13%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
2.8
3.0
2.9
n =
429
280
709
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Overall
Invite
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Has your use of Town of Vail
bus service changed during
peak ski times this winter?
Yes, increased
24%
29%
26%
Yes, decreased
4%
6%
5%
No change
71%
65%
69%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
501
321
822
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Bus service ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Frequency of in -town shuttle
1 -Not at All Satisfied
1%
1%
1%
2
3%
2%
3%
3
15%
17%
16%
4
33%
31%
32%
5 -Very Satisfied
48%
48%
48%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.2
4.2
4.2
n =
461
283
744
Cleanliness of buses
1 -Not at All Satisfied
1 %
0%
1 %
2
1%
3%
2%
3
15%
14%
15%
4
38%
36%
37%
5 -Very Satisfied
45%
47%
46%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.3
4.3
4.3
n =
475
294
769
Frequency of outlying
service
1 -Not at All Satisfied
5%
4%
4%
2
9%
6%
8%
3
23%
24%
24%
4
30%
30%
30%
5 -Very Satisfied
34%
37%
35%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.8
3.9
3.8
n =
346
227
573
Bus driver courtesy
1 -Not at All Satisfied
2%
2%
2%
2
4%
4%
4%
3
14%
9%
12%
4
28%
33%
30%
5 -Very Satisfied
52%
52%
52%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.3
4.3
4.3
n =
473
290
763
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Bus service ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Atmosphere/sense of safety
on buses
1 -Not at All Satisfied
1 %
1%
1%
2
2%
3%
3
15%
15%
15%
4
31%
35%
33%
5 -Very Satisfied
49%
47%
48%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.3
4.2
4.2
n =
472
294
766
Dependability of bus service
1 -Not at All Satisfied
0%
1 %
1 %
2
3%
1%
2%
3
9%
8%
9%
4
28%
34%
31%
5 -Very Satisfied
60%
55%
58%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.4
4.4
4.4
n =
468
292
760
Level of crowding on buses
1 -Not at All Satisfied
7%
3%
6%
2
11%
14%
12%
3
33%
30%
32%
4
32%
38%
34%
5 -Very Satisfied
17%
14%
16%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.4
3.5
3.4
n =
459
289
748
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Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Do you have any comments
on your response concerning
events?
1 -Very negative
2%
1 %
1 %
2
3%
4%
3%
3 -Neutral
15%
13%
14%
4
25%
20%
23%
5 -Very positive
56%
61%
58%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.3
4.4
4.3
n =
502
319
821
With respect to the number
of events in Vail, are there:
Too few events
10%
13%
11%
About the right number
78%
80%
79%
Too many events
12%
7%
10%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
502
321
823
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Town -wide events ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Open
Overall quality of event
venue options in Vail
1 -Not at All Satisfied
Linvite
2%
2%
2
4%
5%
3
17%
18%
17%
4
40%
40%
40%
5 -Very Satisfied
36%
36%
36%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.0
4.0
4.0
n =
477
302
779
Frontage Road express bus
to transport event -goers
between Lionshead, Vail
Village and Ford Park in the
summer
1 -Not at All Satisfied
3%
2%
3%
2
5%
3%
4%
3
19%
22%
20%
4
34%
32%
33%
5 -Very Satisfied
39%
41%
40%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.0
4.1
4.0
n =
317
234
551
The overall quality of events
in Vail
1 -Not at All Satisfied
1%
1%
1%
2
4%
2%
3%
3
15%
15%
15%
4
41%
40%
41%
5 -Very Satisfied
39%
42%
40%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.1
4.2
4.1
n =
482
303
785
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Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
The Town of Vail invests in
various events in Vail. In
general, what is your opinion
of this economic
development strategy?
strongly support the Town's financial investment in events
54%
50%
I am somewhat in favor
F48%
25%
26%
I am neutral
18%
18%
I somewhat oppose
6%
3%
5%
Istrongly oppose
2%
1%
1%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
505
317
822
Do you have a library card in
the Town of Vail?
Yes
58%
66%
61%
No
42%
34%
39%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
508
318
826
Do you access the library
remotely as well as in
person?
Yes
31%
36%
33%
No
69%
64%
67%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
507
310
817
Have you used the library's
website or e -newsletter?
Yes
30%
37%
33%
No
70%
63%
67%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
503
313
816
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Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
How frequently do you use
the library?
Never
40%
32%
37%
1 time
27%
27%
27%
2 - 3 times
19%
22%
20%
4 -10 times
12%
17%
14%
11 - 20 times
2%
1%
2%
21 or more times
0%
0%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
2.9
2.0
2.6
n =
428
269
697
Please rate your overall
satisfaction with the Vail
Public Library
1 -Not at All Satisfied
0%
0%
2
1%
1%
1%
3
9%
8%
9%
4
23%
20%
22%
5 -Very Satisfied
67%
71%
69%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.5
4.6
4.6
n =
334
229
563
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Level of priority ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Guest relations and
customer service
1 -Not a priority
3%
3%
3%
2
4%
4%
3 -Neutral
25%
22%
24%
4
27%
24%
26%
5 -High priority
42%
47%
44%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.0
4.1
4.0
n =
483
299
782
Parking opportunities for
visitors/guests
1 -Not a priority
4%
6%
5%
2
5%
4%
5%
3 -Neutral
24%
24%
24%
4
30%
31%
31%
5 -High priority
37%
35%
36%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.9
3.9
3.9
n =
487
298
785
Parking opportunities for
residents
1 -Not a priority
4%
5%
5%
2
3%
4%
3%
3 -Neutral
26%
24%
25%
4
29%
23%
27%
5 -High priority
38%
44%
40%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.9
4.0
3.9
n =
482
300
782
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Level of priority ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Focus on housing for middle
income and service worker
households in vital support
roles (eg, future development
of Chamonix property in
West Vail)
1 -Not a priority
7%
4%
6%
2
6%
2%
4%
3 -Neutral
23%
13%
19%
4
24%
24%
24%
5 -High priority
40%
56%
46%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.8
4.3
4.0
n =
479
300
779
Environmental sustainability
(waste and energy
conservation programs,
environmental education,
etc)
1 -Not a priority
5%
3%
4%
2
4%
2%
3%
3 -Neutral
21%
20%
20%
4
29%
30%
29%
5 -High priority
42%
44%
43%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.0
4.1
4.0
n =
485
300
785
Transportation needs (bus
service — local and regional)
1 -Not a priority
2%
2%
2%
2
2%
2%
2%
3 -Neutral
20%
19%
20%
4
31%
32%
32%
5 -High priority
45%
44%
45%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.2
4.1
4.2
n =
486
300
786
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Level of priority ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Actions to protect and
enhance Gore Creek
1 -Not a priority
1%
2%
2%
2
2%
3%
3 -Neutral
16%
17%
16%
4
30%
29%
29%
5 -High priority
50%
51%
50%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.2
4.3
4.2
n =
487
298
785
Economic vitality (investing
in facilities, services and
events to keep Vail
competitive)
1 -Not a priority
3%
0%
2%
2
3%
2%
3%
3 -Neutral
19%
18%
19%
4
31%
31%
31%
5 -High priority
44%
49%
46%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.1
4.3
4.2
n =
483
300
783
Budget and capital
management (keeping Vail
fiscally healthy)
1 -Not a priority
1%
0%
2
1%
1%
1%
3 -Neutral
12%
16%
14%
4
28%
27%
28%
5 -High priority
59%
55%
58%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.5
4.4
4.4
n =
485
300
785
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Highest priorities
Survey Version
Invite Open
Overall
Focus on housing for middle income and service worker households in vital support roles
20%
33%
25%
Economic vitality (investing in facilities, services and events to keep Vail competitive)
18%
16%
17%
Budget and capital management (keeping Vail fiscally healthy)
20%
10%
16%
Actions to protect and enhance Gore Creek
10%
10%
10%
Top priority
Parking opportunities for residents
9%
8%
8%
Environmental sustainability (waste and energy conservation programs, environmental education, etc)
8%
9%
8%
Parking opportunities for visitors/guests
6%7%
6
Transportation needs (bus service — local and regional)
5%
Guest relations and customer service
5%o
%
4%
100%
100%
100%
TOTAL
n =
474
289
763
Economic vitality (investing in facilities, services and events to keep Vail competitive)
20%
17%
19%
Budget and capital management (keeping Vail fiscally healthy)
15%
12%
14%
Focus on housing for middle income and service worker households in vital support roles
11%
19%
14%
Environmental sustainability (waste and energy conservation programs, environmental education, etc)
13%
10%
12%
Second priority
Actions to protect and enhance Gore Creek
11%
10%
10%
Guest relations and customer service
9%
9%
9%
Parking opportunities for residents
9%
Parking opportunities for visitorsiguests
5%
8%
7%
Transportation needs (bus service — local and regional)
7%
5%
100%
100%
100%
TOTAL
n =
473
283
756
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Highest priorities
Survey Version
Invite Open
Overall
Focus on housing for middle income and service worker households in vital support roles
30%
52%
38%
Economic vitality (investing in facilities, services and events to keep Vail competitive)
38%
32%
36%
Budget and capital management (keeping Vail fiscally healthy)
35%
21%
30%
Actions to protect and enhance Gore Creek
21%
19%
20%
Top two priorites
Environmental sustainability (waste and energy conservation programs, environmental education, etc)
21%
19%
20%
Parking opportunities for residents
17%
17%
17°%
Guest relations and customer service
14%
13%
13%
Parking opportunities for visitors/guests
11%
15%
13%
Transportation needs (bus service — local and regional)
12%
10%
11%
200%
198%
199%
TOTAL
n =
474
289
763
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Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
How important do you feel
such a facility is to the town'
s future?
Not at all important
19%
13%
17%
Somewhat unimportant
31%
25%
29%
Somewhat important
27%
33%
30%
Very important
15%
21%
17%
Don
8%
7%
8%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
494
306
800
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Work force housing opportunity ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
open
Permitting increased density
in limited locations or
circumstances
1 -Not at all supportitve
31%
10%
22%
2
20%
23%
21%
3
26%
35%
30%
4 -Very supportive
24%
32%
27%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
2.6
n =
215
150
365
Requiring a contribution to
work force housing as a
condition for new or
expanded residential
development
1 -Not at all supportitve
21%
14%
18%
2
15%
13%
14%
3
27%
28%
27%
4 -Very supportive
37%
45%
40%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
2.8
3.0
2.9
n =
221
150
371
Increasing the requirement
for contributing to work force
housing as a condition
imposed on developers in
the town (note
1 -Not at all supportitve
8%
8%
8%
2
16%
12%
15%
3
25%
32%
28%
4 -Very supportive
50%
49%
50%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.2
3.2
3.2
n =
219
152
371
Permitting required housing
to be built down -valley,
outside current town
boundaries
1 -Not at all supportitve
11%
15%
13%
2
10%
16%
12%
3
33%
31%
32%
4 -Very supportive
46%
38%
43%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.1
2.9
3.1
n=
212
151
363
Other
3
20%
50%
36%
4 -Very supportive
80%
50%
64%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.8
3.5
3.6
n =
5
6
11
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Importance of environmental sustainabilty ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Climate change action and
advocacy:Please rank the
importance of the following
environmental sustainability
program focus areas for the
Town of Vail:
1 -Not at all important
22%
14%
19%
2
11%
9%
10%
3
24%
22%
23%
4
17%
21%
19%
5 -Very important
27%
34%
29%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.2
3.5
3.3
n =
464
274
738
Renewable energy projects
in town (e g , solar PV on
buildings)
1 -Not at all important
9%
7%
8%
2
9%
6%
8%
3
24%
20%
23%
4
29%
25%
27%
5 -Very important
30%
42%
34%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.6
3.9
3.7
n =
466
276
742
Recycling and waste
reduction
1 -Not at all important
5%
2%
4%
2
4%
2%
3%
3
15%
12%
14%
4
28%
26%
27%
5 -Very important
48%
57%
51%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
4.1
4.3
4.2
n =
482
285
767
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Importance of environmental sustainabilty ratings
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Dark sky protections
1 -Not at all important
10%
7%
9%
2
6%
10%
8%
3
24%
25%
24%
4
28%
28%
28%
5 -Very important
32%
29%
31%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.7
3.6
3.6
n =
386
229
615
Plastic bag regulations exist
for grocery stores in Vail
expand the program to all
retail outlets
1 -Not at all important
28%
20%
25%
2
13%
11%
12%
3
20%
20%
20%
4
16%
16%
16%
5 -Very important
23%
33%
27%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
2.9
3.3
3.1
n =
482
285
767
Stronger enforcement and
ticketing of existing
regulations
1 -Not at all important
14%
12%
13%
2
15%
11%
14%
3
35%
29%
33%
4
20%
23%
21%
5 -Very important
16%
24%
19%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.1
3.4
3.2
n =
443
266
709
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Landscaping practices oponions
Surve Vemlon
Invite open
overall
HOA handles3
IandsoapingrHOA ruks
1 -Strongly disagree
16%
18%
17%
2 4% 11%
6%
31% 22%
28%
4 15% 17%
16%
SStrongly agree 34% 32%
33%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.5
3.3
3.4
159
104
263
Costs are prohibitive
1 -Strongly disagree
20%
25%
22%
2 15% 19%
17%
3 38% 33%
36%
4 15% 14%
15%
5Strongly agree 13% 3%
11
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
2.9
2.6
2.8
n =
160
99
259
Native plants and vegetation
not visually appealing
they attract nuisance
mals, andlor obscure
ews
1 -Strongly disagree
51%
47%
50%
2 12% 16%
14%
3 19% 22%
20%
4 9% 6%
8%
Sandngly agree 9% 7%
8%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
2.1
2.1
2.1
90
116
306
Lack of eco -friendly
landscapers
iSirongly disagree
17%
16%
17%
2 17% 14%
16%
3 42% 41%
42%
4 12% 16%
13%
SSYrongly agree 13% 11%
12%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
2,9
2,9
2,9
144
94
238
' prefer' green turflawn,
space to play, socialize, elc
15trongly disagree
31%
27%
30%
2 16% 12%
15%
1 19% 26%
22%
4 13% 19%
1 16%
54%rongly agree 19% 16%
18%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
2.7
2.8
2.8
201
126
327
Lack of effective alternatives
to peslicidealherbicides
1 -Strongly disagree
18%
14%
16%
2 17% 17%
17%
3 28% 26%
27%
4 16% 20%
19%
5 -Strongly agree 20% 24%
22%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.1
3.2
3.1
160
109
269
Lack of knowledge of eco'
friendly practices
IStrongly disagree
12%
9%
11%
2 11% 14%
12%
3 31% 28%
30%
4 21% 26%
24%
SStrongly agree 24% 22%
23%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.3
3.4
3.3
=
177
116
293
Other
1 -Strongly disagree
11%
8%
3 33% 75%
46%
5 -Strongly agree 56% 25%
46%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.9
3.5
3.8
9
4
13
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Wildfire mitigation opinions
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Modifying design standards
to facilitate the creation of
defensible space (such as
using deciduous trees rather
than conifers)
1 -Not at all supportitve
5%
9%
6%
2
13%
10%
12%
3
41%
35%
39%
4 -Very supportive
41%
47%
43%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.2
3.2
3.2
n =
224
113
337
Creation of defensible space
on individual properties
(where vegetation is reduced
or modified to create a buffer
around the home)
1 -Not at all supportitve
7%
8%
7%
2
11%
8%
10%
3
34%
32%
33%
4 -Very supportive
48%
53%
50%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.2
3.3
3.3
n =
227
117
344
Evaluation of the defensible
space around each home by
trained personnel
1 -Not at all supportitve
8%
11%
9%
2
11%
11%
11%
3
34%
32%
33%
4 -Very supportive
47%
46%
47%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
3.2
3.1
3.2
n =
225
114
339
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Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Do you think there is enough
parking in the town of Vail in
summer?
Yes
70%
71%
70%
No
21%
18%
20%
Uncertain
10%
11%
10%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
490
294
784
And for winter days?
Yes
21%
17%
19%
No
66%
71%
68%
Uncertain
13%
12%
12%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
489
291
780
Would you support charging
a fee for parking in public
lots in Vail during the
summer months?
Yes
12%
12%
12%
No
79%
80%
79%
Uncertain
10%
8%
9%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
489
293
782
Should Town parking rates
be based on demand?
Yes
40%
38%
39%
No
42%
43%
42%
Uncertain
18%
19%
18%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
491
289
780
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Allocation categories
Survey Version
Invite I Open
Overall
Parking improvements to add
capacity at peak times
$0
20%
16%
18%
$1-$10 21% 25%
23%
$11-$20 20% 23%
21%
$21 -$30 23% 19%
21%
$31-$40 5% 7%
6%
$41-$50 7% 7%
7%
$51-$60 1% 1%
1%
$61-$70 2% 0%
1%
$71-$80 1% 1%
1%
$81-$90 0%
0%
$91-$100 1% 1%
1%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
20.5
20.0
20.3
n=
426
253
679
Actions to protect and
enhance Gore Creek
$0
13%
14%
13%
$1- $10 29% 31%
29%
$11-$20 26% 23%
24%
$21 -$30 16% 20%
18%
$31-$40 4% 6%
5%
$41-$50 8% 6%
7%
$51-$60 1% 0%
1%
$61-$70 0% 0%
0%
$71-$80 2% 0%
1%
$81-$90 0%
0%
$91-$100 1% 0%
1%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
20.4
18.4
19.7
n=
426
253
679
Expandedhousing
opportunities for middle
income and service worker
households
$0
17%
9%
14%
$1410 16% 17%
16%
$11-$20 23% 17%
21%
$21 -$30 20% 17%
19%
$31-$40 7% 11%
9%
$41-$50 8% 17%
11%
$51-$60 2% 4%
3%
$61-$70 2% 2%
2%
$71-$80 2% 5%
3%
$81-$90 0%
0%
$91-$100 3% 1%
2%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
24.7
30.8
27.0
n =
426
253
679
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Allocation categories
Survey Version
Invite Open
Overall
Creation of a sizable
enclosed space to support a
variety of cultural and
community activities and
events
$0
41%
33%
38%
$1-$10 27% 35%
30%
$11-$20 18% 15%
17%
$21 -$30 6% 9%
bL
7%
$31-$40 3% 3%
3%
$41-$50 3% 3%
3%
$51-$60 0% 1%
0%
$61-$70 1 %
0%
$71-$80 0% 0%
0%
�$g'- $100 0%
01/o
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
10.4
11.7
10.9
n =
426
253
679
Transportation
improvements to address
needs through bus service,
both local and regional
$0
17%
19%
18%
$1-$10 24% 31%
27%
$11-$20 24% 26%
25%
$21-$30 20% 16%
19%
$31-$40 7% 4%
6%
$41-$50 6% 4%
5%
$51 -$60 0% 1%
0%
$61-$70 1%
0%
$71 -$80 0%
0%
$81-$90 0%
0%
$91-$100 0%
0%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
18.6
16.0
17.7
n =
426
253
679
Other
$0
78%
84%
80%
$1410 8% 8%
8%
$11-$20 5% 4%
5%
$21-$30 4% 2%
3%
$31-$40 2% 1°/
1%
$41 -$50 1 % 1 %
1 %
$51 -$60 0%
0%
$61-$70 0%
0%
$71-$80 0%
0%
$81-$90 1%
0%
$91-$100 0% 0%
0%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
5.4
3.1
4.5
n =
426
253
679
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Allocation categories
Survey Version
overall
Invite
open
I would not allocate any
Unchecked
95%
97%
96%
substantial funding to these
types of efforts in the future
I would not allocate any substantial funding to these types of efforts in the future
5%
3%
4%
Currently employed outside of the local area (work on Front Range, out of state, etc)
100%
100%
100%
TOTAL
n =
495
293
788
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Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Work 8 months or more a year in the local area (Vail Valley)
38%
62%
47°%
Work 7 or fewer months a year in the local area (Vail Valley)
4%
4%
Currently employed outside of the local area (work on Front Range, out of state, etc)
29%
9°%
21%
Which of the following best
describes your employment
Not employed: retired
21%
18%
20%
status?
Not employed: unemployed and/or looking for work
1 °%
0%
1 °%
Not employed: homemaker
3%
4%
3%
Other:
4%
3%
4%
100%
100%
100°%
TOTAL
n =
472
278
750
In the town of Vail
87%
79%
83%
Avon
12%
13%
12%
Edwards
8%
13%
10%
Beaver Creek
7°%
11%
9°%
What is your work location in
the Vail Valley
Eagle Vail
7%
5%
6%
Eagle
5°%
7°%
6°%
Other
6%
3%
4%
Gypsum
2%
4%
3%
Minturn
2°%
2%
2%
135%
137%
136%
TOTAL
n =
197
182
379
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Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Do you own or rent your
residence?
Own
90%
75%
84%
Rent
9%
24%
14%
Other (specify)
1 %
2%
1 %
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
470
275
745
How long have you lived
within the Town of Vail (or
owned property if a non-
resident)?
Less than 1 year
4%
2%
3%
1-5 years
15%
21%
17%
6-15 years
23%
17%
20%
More than 15 years
52%
38%
47%
Not applicable
12%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
474
278
752
How do you expect to be
using your Vail home five
years from now?
A vacation home for owner or guests of owner
62%
68%
63%
1 intend to retire tolin Vail and use home as retirement residence
29%
16%
26%
As a primary residence for my household, the owner
19%
13%
18%
Vacation rental to visitors/tourists
13%
9%
12%
Don't know/uncertain
4%
9%
5%
1 intend to sell my home within the next five years
2%
4%
2%
Rented long term to local resident
2%
1 %
Other
1%
0%
TOTAL
130%
118%
127%
n =
200
56
256
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How many weeks is your Vail home used as:
Survey Version
Invite open
overall
Primary residence for owner
Never
68%
68%
68%
2.3 weeks 4%
3%
4.10 weeks 5% 9%
6%
11 - 20 weeks 9% 9%
9%
21 - 30 weeks 10% 9%
10%
31 - 40 weeks 2% 5%
2%
41 or more weeks 3%
2%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
6.5
6.7
6.5
n =
192
56
248
Vacation home for owner or
guests of owner
Never
17%
14%
17%
1 week 2% 4%
2%
23 weeks 5% 4%
5%
4.10 weeks 28% 25%
27%
11-20 weeks 21% 21%
21%
21 -30 weeks 14% 14%
14%
31 - 40 weeks 5% 9%
6%
41 or more weeks 8% 9%
8%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
14.9
17.1
15.4
n =
192
56
248
Short-term vacation rental —
weeks actually occupied by
visitors
Never
69%
71%
70%
1 week 1%
0%
2.3 weeks 4% 5%
4%
4.10 weeks 8% 14%
9%
11 - 20 weeks 8% 4%
7%
21 - 30 weeks 5% 4%
5%
31 - 40 weeks 3% 2%
3%
41 or more weeks 2%
1 %
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
5.2
3.4
4.8
n =
192
56
248
Rented long term to local
resident
Never
96%
100%
97%
21 - 30 weeks 1%
0%
31 - 40 weeks 1 %
0%
41 or more weeks 3%
2%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
1.8
.0
1.4
n =
1 192
56
248
29 Jun 16
Source: RRC Associates
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Final Results
How many weeks is your Vail home used as:
Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Business/corporate
functions
Never
98%
98% 98%
1 week
1%
2%
1%
2-3 weeks
1%
0%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
.0
.0
.0
n =
192
56
248
Other use
Never
98%
96%
98%
1 week
1%
0%
2-3 weeks
2%
2%
2%
21 - 30 weeks
2%
0%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
.0
.6
.2
n =
192
56
248
Vacant - not occupied
Never
18%
11%
17%
4-10 weeks
6%
7%
6%
11 - 20 weeks
11%
60
/
3%
21 - 30 weeks
28%
30%
28%
31 - 40 weeks
25%
27%
25%
41 or more weeks
11%
9%
11%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
23.2
23.9
23.4
n =
192
56
248
29 Jun 16
Source: RRC Associates
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Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
If you rent short term is it
through:
A management company
50%
58%
52%
Myself/online social sources such as VRBO, AirBnB, Flipkey, etc)
41%
32%
39%
Other
9%
11%
10%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
74
19
93
When do you plan to retire?
Less than 1 year
3%
3%
1 year
3%
17%
5%
2.3 years
21%
11%
19%
4.10 years
48%
50%
49%
11 -20 years
15%
17%
15%
21 or more years
9%
6%
9%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
8.6
8.8
8.6
n =
116
18
134
Do you own or operate a
business within the Town of
Vail?
Yes
16%
16%
16%
No
84%
84%
84%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
391
180
119
571
Are you a registered voter in
Vail?
Yes
43%
46%
44%
No
57%
54%
56%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
458
270
728
29 Jun 16
Source: RRC Associates
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Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
Which of these categories
best describes your
household status?
Single, no children
18%
24%
20%
Couple, no children
25%
23%
24%
Household with children living at home
24%
29%
26%
Empty -nester, children no longer at home
33%
24%
29%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
463
276
739
Are you:
Male
51%
44%
48%
Female
49%
56%
52%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
460
273
733
Age of respondent
18-24
0%
1 %
0%
25-34
7%
18%
11%
35-44
12%
19%
15%
45-54
18%
18%
18%
55-64
33%
23%
29%
65-74
23%
17%
21%
75 or older
6%
5%
6%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
Average
58.5
54.1
56.9
n =
456
269
725
29 Jun 16
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Overall
Invite
Open
STATE I COUNTRY
Colorado
78%
89%
83%
New York
3%
2%
Texas
3%
0%
2%
Minnesota
2%
1%
2%
Illinois
2%
1%
1%
California
2%
1%
1%
Florida
2%
1 %
1 %
Virginia
1%
1%
1%
Georgia
1 %
0%
1 %
Louisiana
1%
0%
1%
New Jersey
0%
1 %
1 %
Connecticut
1%
1%
1%
Maryland
1%
0%
1%
Pennsylvania
1%
0%
1%
Michigan
1%
0%
Ohio
0%
1%
0%
Iowa
0%
0%
Kansas
0%
0%
0%
Oklahoma
0%
0%
Washington
0%
0%
Wisconsin
0%
0%
Alabama
0%
0%
Arizona
0%
0%
District of Columbia
0%
0%
Iceland
0%
0%
Indiana
0%
0%
Kentucky
0%
0%
Massachusetts
0%
0%
Missouri
0%
0%
(cont.)
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Overall
Invite
Open
Nevada
0%
0%
New Hampshire
0%
0%
New Mexico
0%
0%
North Carolina
0%
0%
North Dakota
0%
0%
Oregon
0%
0%
South Carolina
0%
0%
Tennessee
0%
0%
Vermont
0%
0%
Wyoming
0%
0%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
531
367
898
Denver -- CO, NE, WY
77%
89%
82%
New York -- CT, NJ, NY, PA
3%
3%
3%
Minneapolis - Saint Paul -- MN, WI
2%
1%
1%
Washington (Hagerstown) -- DC, MD, PA, VA, WV
2%
1%
1%
Chicago--IL,IN
2%
1%
1%
Houston -- TX
2%
1%
Atlanta -- AL, GA, NC
1%
0%
1%
Miami - Fort Lauderdale — FL
1%
1%
1%
Colorado Springs - Pueblo -- CO
1%
0%
1%
Los Angeles -- CA
1%
0%
1%
San Francisco - Oakland - San Jose -- CA
1%
0%
0%
Philadelphia -- DE, NJ, PA
1%
0%
Boston (Manchester) -- MA, NH, VT
1%
0%
Pittsburgh -- MD, PA, WV
0%
0%
0%
Cleveland -- OH
0%
1%
0%
Fort Myers - Naples -- FL
1%
0%
New Orleans -- LA, MS
1%
0%
(cont.)
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Survey Version
Overall
Invite
Open
DESIGNATED MARKET
AREA
Detroit -- MI
0%
0%
Kansas City -- KS, MO
0%
0%
0%
Milwaukee -- WI
0%
0%
Des Moines - Ames -- IA, MO
0%
0%
Baton Rouge -- LA, MS
0%
0%
0%
Baltimore -- MD
0%
0%
Buffalo -- NY, PA
0%
0%
Charlotte -- NC, SC
0%
0%
Indianapolis -- IN
0%
0%
Louisville -- IN, KY
0%
0%
Albany - Schenectady - Troy -- MA, NY, VT
0%
0%
Orlando - Daytona Beach - Melbourne -- FL
0%
0%
Tampa - Saint Petersburg (Sarasota) -- FL
0%
0%
Traverse City - Cadillac -- MI
0%
0%
Syracuse -- NY
0%
0%
Richmond - Petersburg -- VA
0%
0%
Greenville - Spartansburg - Asheville - Anderson -- GA, NC,
0%
0%
Dallas - Fort Worth -- TX
0%
0%
Wichita Falls & Lawton -- OK, TX
0%
0%
Birmingham (Anniston and Tuscaloosa) -- AL
0%
0%
Paducah - Cape Girardeau - Harrisburg - Mt Vernon -- IL, KY,
0%
0%
Austin -- TX
0%
0%
San Antonio -- TX
0%
0%
Lafayette -- LA
0%
0%
Oklahoma City -- OK
0%
0%
Sherman - Ada -- OK, TX
0%
0%
Nashville -- KY, TN
0%
0%
Tulsa -- KS, OK
0%
0%
Duluth - Superior -- MI, MN, WI
0%
0%
(cont.)
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Overall
Invite
Open
Tyler - Longview (Lufkin & Nacogdoches) -- TX
0%
0%
Fargo - Valley City -- MN, ND
0%
0%
Cheyenne - Scottsbluff -- NE, WY
0%
0%
Grand Junction - Montrose -- CO
0%
0%
Tucson (Sierra Vista) -- AZ
0%
0%
Albuquerque - Santa Fe -- AZ, CO, NM
0%
0%
Seattle - Tacoma -- WA
0%
0%
Portland -- OR, WA
0%
0%
San Diego -- CA
0%
0%
Las Vegas -- NV
0%
0%
Spokane -- ID, MT, OR, WA
0%
0%
International
0%
0%
TOTAL
100%
100%
100%
n =
531
367
898
29 Jun 16
Source: RRC Associates
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: Noxious weed Program Update
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Noxious Weed Program Memorandum
TOWN OF VAIP
July 5, 2016 - Page 420 of 433
TOWN OF
Memorandum
To:
From:
Date:
Subject
Vail Town Council
Department of Public Works
July 5, 2016
Noxious Weed Program Update
INTRODUCTION
Over the past year, the Town of Vail has taken a number of actions towards managing
noxious weeds on both public and private property. The purpose of this memorandum is
to update the Council on those actions and to outline upcoming efforts with private
property owners.
• The town is continuing management efforts on town -owned open space and right-
of-way with a contracted licensed applicator. The first application was completed
June 27th, with efforts focused on town -owned parcels along the northern
boundary of the town. A second application is planned for later this summer.
• A Weed and Pest Management intern was hired for the summer to assist with
identification of weed infestations and contacts with private property owners
• A partnership with the US Forest Service is ongoing, with herbicide applications
scheduled to begin July 6th on US Forest property along the TOV/USFS boundary
• A reminder for property owners to manage their weeds was posted on the town's
website and through VailMail.
• A noxious weed presentation for residents is planned for July 21 St as part of the
Lunch With Locals program at the Lionshead Welcome Center
• Contacts with private owners and associations who have been previously notified
are ongoing to ensure management efforts have been started
• Free on-site consultations are offered to assist with ID and management options.
PRIVATE PROPERTY CONTACTS
The Town of Vail Noxious Weed Ordinance (see attached), requires property owners to
manage noxious weeds on their property. Management is important to prevent these
plants from impacting adjacent properties, including town -owned and USFS land. By
nature, noxious weeds are highly invasive and spread quickly, impacting both landscaped
and native areas. Over the past several years, the town has received numerous calls
from residents requesting that their neighbors should be required to eliminate noxious
weeds since the plants move freely across property lines.
July 5, 2016 - Page 421 of 433
Because of the increased presence of weeds on private property and the increased
awareness of adjacent owners, it is important that the town begin enforcement of the
Noxious Weed Ordinance. However, enforcement requires a process more than simply
writing a ticket. The following program is proposed for working with private property
owners and homeowner associations:
1. First, private parcels will be evaluated and rated on a USDA -developed scale
using a GIS system that will allow staff to track weed infestations around town
now, and into the future.
2. If weeds do exist on a property, the owner will be notified through a one-page
letter (see attached draft). The letter directs the owner to the town's website.
3. The town's Noxious Weed Management website (www.vailgov.com/weeds) will be
updated so that owners/residents can visit the website, find information on the
plants and a list of licensed applicators.
4. They are also asked to fill out a short online Weed Management Form within two
weeks that will help staff understand how owners intend to manage their weeds.
Failure to
5. Because the ordinance allows 90 days to eliminate the weeds, it is unlikely that
any enforcement will occur in 2016 due to the end of the growing season.
However, by June of 2017, the town should be prepared to begin enforcement of
the ordinance.
III. EDUCATION AND ENFORCEMENT
Most property owners, when notified of the presence of noxious weeds, take action to
eliminate the plants — a process that can take several years and most often requires
annual follow-up, usually on a decreasing scale if properly managed. The goal of the
Town of Vail Noxious Weed Management Program should be to eliminate weeds and to
promote consistent future management of noxious weed on both public and private
property. However, there may be times when enforcement of the law may be required.
The Noxious Weed Ordinance falls under the town's Nuisance policies and therefore
requires specific action from the council. The Town Attorney has provided the council
with a memorandum that addresses nuisance ordinances, separate of the noxious weed
issues. As that subject is discussed, the enforcement of the Noxious Weed Ordinance
should be part of the discussion so that by the summer of 2017, a process is in place to
deal with recurrent violations.
IV. CONCLUSION
This information has been provided as an update for the council. A staff member will be
present during the council meeting to answer questions related to the noxious weed
program.
Attachments:
Photos (2 pages)
Town of Vail Noxious Weed Ordinance (2004)
Draft notification letter
Town of Vail Page 2
July 5, 2016 - Page 422 of 433
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Above: Musk thistle on TOV property — 2015 before treatment and 2016 after treatment
Below: private property infestation in West Vail (fall of 2015)
Town of Vail Page 3
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Above: Canada thistle on private property in West Vail (fall 2015)
Below: Significant plumeless thistle on private property in West Vail (fall of 2015)
Town of Vail
Page 4
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Town of Vail
Noxious Weed Ordinance (2004)
5-1-6: NOXIOUS WEEDS:
A. Plants Listed
All plants declared noxious weeds pursuant to the Town of Vail Weed Management
Plan, which shall be annually reviewed and updated in compliance with the Colorado
Revised Statutes, section 35-5.5-101 et seq., "the Colorado Noxious Weed Act".
B. Declaration of Nuisance
Any and all plants designated noxious weeds by the town are declared to be a public
nuisance. Such action may be taken as is available for nuisance abatement under the
laws of this state and the town, and as town council, in their sole discretion, deem
necessary.
C. Removal of Noxious Weeds Required By Property Owner
Property owners within the town shall be responsible for the elimination of noxious
weeds from their property within ninety (90) days of the effective date hereof. Such
removal shall be accomplished in an ecologically feasible and environmentally safe
manner in accordance with all applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.
D. Enforcement
The town shall have the right to enter upon any premises, land, or place, whether
public or private, during reasonable business hours or upon proper notice for the
purpose of inspecting for the existence of noxious weeds, and shall have the right to
propose, implement or enforce the management of noxious weeds upon such lands in
accordance with the provisions of Colorado Revised Statutes sections 35-5.5-108.5
and 109.
E. Advisory Board
The Vail town council shall be the local advisory board for all state and local noxious
weed statutes, ordinances and regulations. The mayor shall be the chair and the
mayor pro tem shall be the secretary. A majority of the members of the board shall
constitute a quorum.
F. Penalty
Violation of this section shall be subject to penalty as provided in section 1-4-1 of this
code, in addition to any other remedies provided herein or allowed by ordinance, law,
rule, or regulation. (Ord. 6(2004) § 1: 1997 Code: Ord. 19(1993) § 1)
Town of Vail Page 5
July 5, 2016 - Page 425 of 433
TOWN OF
1309 Elkhorn Drive
Vail, Colorado 81657
vailgov.com
, 2016
Dear Property Owner,
The Property listed as
identified as having populations of the following invasive plants:
(1) , (2) , (3)
Public WorkslTransportation Department
970.479.215$
970.479.2166 fax
(4)
has been
The invasive plants listed above are on the Colorado Department of Agriculture Noxious and Invasive
Species list. This is a violation of the Town of Vail Noxious Weed Ordinance (5-1-6). The Town
Ordinance and the Colorado Noxious Weed Act require that all property owners, both public and private,
must manage noxious weeds on their property. Under the Town of Vail Noxious Weed Ordinance (5-1-6)
section C "Property owners within the town shall be responsible for the elimination of noxious weeds
from their property within ninety (90) days of the effective date hereof'. However, the Town of Vail also
recognizes that removal of such noxious weeds may require multiple years of management to fully
eliminate said species. Within 14 days of receiving of this notice submit a Weed Management Form
to the Town of Vail by taking the following action:
• Visit the Town of Vail weed management web page (www.vailgov.com/weeds).
• Click on the link (top of page) for (Weed Ordinance Letters) where you will find information
concerning (1) noxious weed species summaries & specific management strategies, (2) a list of
licensed herbicide applicators, (3) contact information for free on site consultations, and (4) a
submission portal for your Weed Management Form. A simple four question survey.
• To submit the Weed Management Form enter the following 12 digit property parcel ID number
( ) into the provided space, and answer the questions about how the noxious weeds
on your property will be managed.
Failure to comply with the ordinance may result in fines and/or penalties defined in the Town Code
If you have any questions regarding this matter, would like help identifying these listed species on your
property, or would like to discuss how to best eliminate these species please contact the Town of Vail
Department of Public Works at any of the contact lines listed below.
Email: weedskvail o
Phone: 970-479-2159
Thank you for your active participation on this matter,
Town of Vail Public Works
July 5, 2016 - Page 426 of 433
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: June 2016 Revenue Highlights
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
June Revenue Highlights
TOWN OF VAIP
July 5, 2016 - Page 427 of 433
TOWN OF VAIL
REVENUE HIGHLIGHTS
July 5, 2016
Sales Tax
Upon receipt of all sales tax returns, May collections are estimated to be
$641,122 up 9.7% from last year and up 1.3% compared to budget. Year to date
collections of $13,388,031 are up 0.7% from prior year and down 1.3% from
budget. Inflation as measured by the consumer price index was up 1.0% for May.
The annual budget totals $25.6 million.
Real Estate Transfer Tax (RETT)
RETT collections through June 28 total $2,159,409 down 29.2% from this time
last year. 2015 annual collections totaled $6,965,617, a record year since the
peak in 2008. The annual 2016 RETT budget currently totals $6.5 million, a
decrease of 6.7% from prior year collections.
Construction Use Tax
Use Tax collections through June 27 total $1,108,738, up 6.7% from this time last
year. The annual budget totals $1,545,000.
Summary
Across all funds, year-to-date total revenue of $34.6 million is up 3.0% from the
amended budget and down 0.2% from prior year.
-1-
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: May 2016 Sales Tax Memorandum
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
May 2016 Sales Tax Memorandum
TOWN OF VAIP
July 5, 2016 - Page 429 of 433
MEMORANDUM
June 29, 2016
To: Vail Town Council
Stan Zemler
Kathleen Halloran
From: Sally Lorton
Re: May Sales Tax
Vail will collect an estimated $33,000 in additional May sales tax to bring
collections to $641,122. May would be up 9.7% or $56,668 from May 2015 and
up 1.3% or $8,198 from budget. Year to date would be up .7% or $87,942 from
2015 and down 1.3% or $178,775 from budget.
July 5, 2016 - Page 430 of 433
Month
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
Town of Vail
Sales Tax Worksheet
6/29/2016
2011 2012 2013
2014
2015
Budget
% Change % Change
2016 Budget from from
Collections Variance 2015 Budget
January
2,275,967
2,597,985
2,783,306
2,976,655
2,619,673
2,564,383
2,795,688
2,855,524
3,145,620
3,483,245
3,696,798
3,722,428
3,735,993 13,565 1.06% 0.36%
February
2,429,377
2,527,130
2,718,643
3,071,615
2,588,889
2,577,360
2,803,136
2,994,580
3,267,351
3,477,419
3,593,947
3,727,134
3,743,643 16,509 4.17% 0.44%
March
2,785,101
2,852,954
2,986,446
3,327,304
2,504,567
2,685,004
3,143,418
3,185,859
3,650,157
3,788,185
4,053,961
4,143,010
4,209,113 66,103 3.83% 1.60%
April
915,554
1,280,324
1,330,740
1,098,918
1,235,941
1,156,934
1,191,690
1,183,087
1,069,186
1,280,641
1,370,929
1,341,310
1,058,160 (283,150) -22.81% -21.11%
May
458,770
449,283
545,874
622,103
516,150
421,925
473,292
487,739
563,602
607,729
584,454
632,924
608,122 (24,802) 4.05% -3.92%
Total
8,864,769
9,707,676
10,365,009
11,096,595
9,465,220
9,405,606
10,407,224
10,706,789
11,695,916
12,637,219
13,300,089
13,566,806
13,355,031 -211,775 0.41% -1.56%
June
834,913
805,362
953,017
918,061
717,233
873,765
895,951
963,143
1,023,801
1,153,247
1,242,400
1,232,687
July
1,166,183
1,255,243
1,265,781
1,397,842
1,121,860
1,228,767
1,481,329
1,573,499
1,654,161
1,829,102
1,937,989
1,954,345
August
993,985
1,055,614
1,162,746
1,349,795
1,068,391
1,147,352
1,310,471
1,380,710
1,507,048
1,674,813
1,702,579
1,760,820
September
795,807
832,549
908,318
834,569
753,754
761,425
889,945
978,037
994,135
1,054,015
1,240,277
1,184,930
October
566,173
614,396
688,519
662,767
581,033
594,362
623,420
644,577
755,133
752,295
835,649
843,227
November
713,117
799,582
747,877
719,109
651,873
701,075
788,430
825,873
947,627
962,344
997,100
1,046,566
December
2,549,032
2,771,258
2,821,871
2,652,628
2,553,974
2,963,763
3,184,645
2,973,826
3,422,178
3,818,096
3,885,849
3,998,619
Total
16,483,979
17,841,680
18,913,138
19,631,366
16,913,338
17,676,115
19,581,415 20,046,454
21,999,999
23,881,131
25,141,932
25,588,000
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TOWN OF VAR'
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session, pursuant to: 1) C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b)(e) - to receive legal
advice on specific legal questions; and to determine positions, develop a strategy and instruct
negotiators, Regarding: Review Welcome Center RFP Proposals and Comcast Update; 2) C.R.S.
§24-6-402(4)(b) - to receive legal advice on specific legal questions Regarding: Funding
Allocations
PRESENTER(S): Matt Mire, Town Attorney
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TOWN OF VAIP
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC:
Recess at approximately 5:40 p.m. and meeting will reconvene for the evening at 6:00 p.m.
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