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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-07-05 Agenda and Supporting Documentation Town Council Regular MeetingVAIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Evening Agenda TOWN Of VAJt' Town Council Chambers 75 South Frontage Road W., Vail, CO 81657 6:00 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 will be taken on each agenda item. Citizen participation offers an opportunity for citizens to express opinions or ask questions regarding town services, policies or other matters of community concern, and any items that are not on the agenda. Please attempt to keep comments to three minutes; time limits established are to provide efficiency in the conduct of the meeting and to allow equal opportunity for everyone wishing to speak. 1. Citizen Participation 2. Consent Agenda 2.1. Town Council May 3, 2016 meeting minutes 2.2. Town Council May 17, 2016 meeting minutes 3. Town Manager Report 3.1. Community Upcoming Events Updates 5 min. Bighorn Park Community Picnic, July 12, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Donovan Pavilion Community Picnic, August 9, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Neighborhood Evacuation Drill, August 9, 2016 50th Birthday Party, Donovan Pavilion, August 23, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 4. Presentations / Discussion 4.1. Public Comment on use of Lighted Pedestrian Crossing Safety Devices and 20 min. Enhancements for Frontage Roads and Roundabouts Public input is welcome on this topic. Presenter(s): Greg Hall, Director of Public Works Action Requested of Council: Listen to presentation and public input and direct staff. Background: At the June 7, 2016 Town Council meeting, the Pedestrian Safety Enhancements (memo attached) were presented and discussed. It was requested by Council to hold a public input session to gather additional input and concerns regarding the use of lighted Pedestrian Crossing Safety Devices. July 5, 2016 - Page 1 of 68 5. Action Items 5.1. Ordinance No. 15, Series 2016, First Reading, An Ordinance Making 30 min. Adjustments to the Town of Vail General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund, Dispatch Services, Timber Ridge Enterprise Fund, and Vail Marketing Fund. Presenter(s): Carlie Smith, Budget Analyst Action Requested of Council: Approve or approve with amendments Ordinance No.15, Series 2016 Background: Please see attached memo Staff Recommendation: Approve or approve with amendments Ordinance No. 15, Series 2016 6. Public Hearings 6.1. Ordinance No. 9, Series of 2016, Second Reading, An Ordinance 10 min. Amending Chapter 4 of Title 7 of the Vail Town Code to Regulate Electric Assisted Bicycles and Allow Electric Assisted Bicycles on Bicycle and Pedestrian Paths in Town Presenter(s): Gregg Barrie, Senior Landscape Architect and Matt Mire, Town Attorney Action Requested of Council: Approve, approve with amendments or deny Ordinance No. 9, Series of 2016 on second reading. Background: The Town of Vail desires to promote the use of electric assisted bicycles as an alternate mode of transportation and to encourage more people to complete trips by environmentally -friendly modes of transportation. Currently, the Vail Town Code does not permit electric assisted bicycles to be operated on bicycle and pedestrian paths. This ordinance will ensure the use of electric assisted bicycles as an alternate mode of transportation is safe, prudent and in the best interest of all users. Staff Recommendation: Approve, approve with amendments or deny Ordinance No. 9, Series of 2016 on second reading. 6.2. Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2016, Second Reading, An Ordinance 5 min. Amending Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2015, Adopting by Reference the 2015 Edition of the International Plumbing Code. Presenter(s): George Ruther, Director of Community Development Action Requested of Council: Approve, approve with modifications or deny Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2016. Background: The Vail Town Council adopted Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2015 in October of 2015. In doing so, the building codes of the Town of Vail were updated to the most recent version of the codes at that time. Since that time, the State of Colorado has adopted the 2015 Edition of International Plumbing Code, more commonly referred to as the "Colorado Plumbing Code". The purpose of this ordinance is to ensure the Town of Vail is up to date on the adoption of the most recent building codes. Staff Recommendation: The Community Development Department recommends the Vail Town Council adopts Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2016, as read. 6.3. Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2016, An Ordinance Authorizing the Sale of 5 min. Real Property Along Snowberry Drive, in Exchange for the Purchase of Real Property Along Snowberry Drive Presenter(s): Tom Kassmel, Town Engineer Action Requested of Council: Approve, approve with amendments or July 5, 2016 - Page 2 of 68 deny Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2016 on second reading. Background: Request for a land swap of private property and town right of way, exchanging excess right of way for private property which has Snowberry Drive encroaching within it. Staff Recommendation: Approve Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2016 on second reading. 7. Adjournment 7.1. Adjournment 7:20 p.m. Meeting agendas and materials can be accessed prior to meeting day on the Town of Vail website www.vailgov.com. All town council meetings will be streamed live by Public Access Television Channel 5 and available for public viewing as the meeting is happening. The meeting videos are also posted to Channel 5 website the week following meeting day, www.publicaccess5.org. Please call 970-479-2136 for additional information. Sign language interpretation is available upon request with 48 hour notification. Please call 970-479-2356, Telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD) for information. July 5, 2016 - Page 3 of 68 VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO ITEM/TOPIC: Town Council May 3, 2016 meeting minutes ATTACHMENTS: Description Minutes from May 3, 2016 meeting TOWN OF VAIP July 5, 2016 - Page 4 of 68 Vail Town Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 3, 2016 6:00 P.M. Vail Town Council Chambers The regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was called to order at approximately 6:00 P.M. by Mayor Dave Chapin. Members present: Dave Chapin, Mayor Jenn Bruno, Mayor Pro Tem Dick Cleveland Kim Langmaid Jen Mason Greg Moffet Absent: Kevin Foley Staff members present: Stan Zemler, Town Manager Matt Mire, Town Attorney Patty McKenny, Town Clerk 1. Citizen Participation Stephen Connolly, resident and candidate for Vail Recreation District board, commented on his support of holding the election at the Grand View and related polling requirements related to signage and 100 feet from polling entryway. He also commented on the town's marketing efforts and suggested a need for a Chief Marketing Officer. Michael Cacioppo, candidate for Colorado State House representative, spoke about his run for the state office commenting on several issues of state concern, including 1 -70 and toll lane. Robin Birch, resident, expressed support of beautifying the area on North Frontage Road and Booth Falls Road owned by VMS and CDOT. She requested town of Vail support of the project as well and noted her efforts to design and raise funds for the project. 2. Consent Agenda 2.1. Minutes from April 5, 2016 meeting Moffet moved to approved the April 5t" minutes; Bruno seconded the motion. The motion passed (6-0). 2.2. Minutes from April 19, 2016 meeting Moffet moved to April 19 minutes; Mason seconded the motion. The motion was amended to include a change to Cleveland's motion about the Vail Trail which would include revising the word "possible to impossible" on page 5 of the draft minutes. The motion passed; Chapin abstained (5-0). 3. Town Manager Report 3.1. Vail Community Picnics - Proposed Dates The following dates were confirmed for the community picnics: Town Council Meeting Minutes of May 3, 2016 Page 1 July 5, 2016 - Page 5 of 68 1) Bighorn Park - July 12 2) Donovan Park - August 9 4. Presentations / Discussion 4.1 US Open Burton Snowboard Championships Event Recap Presenter(s): Marc Murphy, Director of Partner Marketing Background: Burton event promoters will provide a 2016 US Open Snowboarding Championship event recap noting some of the community and economic benefits of the event. Note the presentation will only be a portion of the slides included in the packet in order to meet the 30 minute time limit. Burton's representatives presented highlights and a recap of the event as follows: ■ Note from founders Jake & Donna ■ RRC Survey Results & General USO Burton Findings ■ Description of the two premium brands ■ Financial impacts & Burton's mission and vision ■ Community Contributions ■ Goals & objectives ■ Media highlights : Webcast, TV, radio ■ US Open Highlights ■ Marketing ■ Event Strengths ■ PR/Communications — highlights ■ Lessons Learned ■ Events costs almost $5M ■ Sustainability Efforts They expressed their hope for continued partnering with the Town of Vail and attracting and retaining current and new sponsors for the event. Thank you' s were expressed on behalf of both participants, Burton and Town of Vail. Some feedback about the events included: ✓ Families were uncomfortable at the ✓ Continue to seek out sustainability concerts with some safety concerns in components for the event terms of areas they could stand and not ✓ Engage youth with Burton owners be impacted by the general crowed. ✓ Helpful recap ✓ Great execution, keep up the diligence ✓ Great event "vibe", people love the and work with the event event ✓ Requested information about the per person expenditure? Chapin invited public input at this time. Stephen Connelly commented about the need for a chief marketing officer, a position that would help evaluate the contributions and impacts of such event. 5. Action Items 5.1 Review and Adoption of Welcome Centers Host Program Operational Goals and Next Steps Presenter(s): Suzanne Silverthorn, Communications Director Action Requested of Council: 1) Adopt and/or modify the10 partner -driven goals to be incorporated into future operations of the Vail Village and Lionshead Welcome Centers and Community Host Program beginning October 1, 2016. Town Council Meeting Minutes of May 3, 2016 Page 2 July 5, 2016 - Page 6 of 68 2) Direct staff to initiate a Request for Proposals process to direct future operations of the Welcome Centers/Host Program according to the timetable presented. 3) Define the recommended role of the Town Council regarding operation of the Welcome Centers/Host Program to include interviews of RFP finalists and a selection decision on July 19, 2016. Background: To prepare for future operation of the Vail Welcome Centers and Community Host Program, the Town Council has directed staff to assess the Town's stated vision, mission and goals and to recommend updates and next steps There was a presentation by staff who presented a review of the role of welcome centers in the economic place of Vail, staff presented a guest services vision which was adopted in 2011, and highlighted goals for future operation of the Welcome Centers/Host Program. Suggestions were developed by the Town's partner agencies. Zemler requested permission to proceed with the RFP that would direct future operations of the centers and he then recommended a role for town council in terms of interviewing the finalist; the following steps were proposed, as follows: ■ May 17, 2016 — Request for Proposals issued ■ May 17 to May 31, 2016 — Interested parties invited to schedule a tour of the facilities with an opportunity to ask questions of the contract administrator and other Town personnel ■ June 1, 2016 — Deadline for contractors to confirm participation in the proposal process ■ July 1, 2016 — Submission deadline for proposals ■ July 8, 2016 — Finalists notified of advancement to next phase ■ July 19, 2016 — Finalists interviewed by Town Council with selection of contractor ■ October 1, 2016 — Start date for new service contract There were some council comments that addressed the need to: ■ Understand the level of service commitment using "exceptional" as part of the description ■ Define only one overarching objective of the centers ■ Understand what the town is looking for in its proposals by simplifying the RFP scope There was support to proceed with the proposed RFP process. Mayor Chapin asked for public comment. Michael Kurz, VEAC, commented about the need for centers representing the "brand front" with the suggestion that the positions are permanent and highly professional representatives. He suggested they make a paradigm shift to a "retail brand outlet" with a review of the mission and look for a strategic partner that can help keep the customer instead of sending them elsewhere for the information. Stephen Connolly, supported a review of all town facilities operations, supported current center operator, be realistic about the mission of the facilities. Zemler suggested no action be taken at this time on the specific scope of the proposal so staff could evaluate the input in order to make further revisions. Staff would return for final approval of the scope and process at the next meeting. 5.2 Name Skatepark at Lionshead Parking Structure the "Zeke M. Pierce Skatepark" Presenter(s): Todd Oppenheimer, Capital Projects Manager Background: This request is being made in response to comments provided by Cameron Chaney, the high school student who demonstrated a skatepark was possible in the Town Council Meeting Minutes of May 3, 2016 Page 3 July 5, 2016 - Page 7 of 68 Lionshead Parking Structure, to honor his friend and classmate, Zeke Pierce, who died in 2013. A presentation was made by staff with a request for naming the skatepark in memory of Zeke M. Pierce (local resident who died in mountain bike accident in 2013 at age of 16) as suggested by Cameron Chaney, the inspiration behind the idea of the park and friend of Pierce. Moffet moved to officially name the skatepark after Zeke M. Pierce; Bruno seconded the motion. The motion passed (6-0). There were some comments about placing a plaque recognizing Chaney's contributions to the park, and including Vail in the name as well. 6. Public Hearings 6.1. Design Review Board decision approving Booth Creek Park Redevelopment A call up hearing pursuant to Section 12-3-3, Appeals, Vail Town Code, of the final decision of the Town of Vail Design Review Board approving the Booth Creek Park redevelopment (DRB160048), located at 2900 Manns Ranch Road (Booth Creek Park)/Lot 11, Block 1, Vail Village Filing 13 (DRB160048) Presenter(s): Chris Neubecker, Planning Manager Background: Town Council requested a call up hearing to review the conditional approval by the Design Review Board of the Booth Creek Park redevelopment. Mayor Chapin opened the public hearing at this time. There was a presentation by Chris Neubecker, Community Development and Todd Oppenheimer, on behalf of Town of Vail as applicant. There was discussion about the basis of the DRB decision and their noted concern the roof would not be maintained properly, and staff's recommendation that the living roof can be approved if properly maintained per requirements outlined in Title 12 & 14 of the Code. Public comment was invited and Robin Birch, neighborhood resident, spoke about her concerns with the grass roof, i.e. the costs, plant failure on green roof, how many days of the year will this be green and beautiful. There were no further comments and the public hearing was closed. There were no further staff or council comments at this time. Moffet moved to approve, with conditions, the application for Design Review for the Booth Creek Park redevelopment (DRB160048), located at 2900 Manns Ranch Road (Booth Creek Park)/Lot 11, Block 1, Vail Village Filing 13, with the condition that "The grass roof on the restroom building shall be changed to a flat membrane roof with gravel ballast." There was not a second to the motion. Cleveland moved that the Town Council hereby modifies the decision of the Design Review Board concerning the application for Design Review for the Booth Creek Park redevelopment (DRB160048), located at 2900 Manns Ranch Road (Booth Creek Park)/Lot 11, Block 1, Vail Village Filing 13, with removal of the condition of approval that "The grass roof on the restroom building shall be changed to a flat membrane roof with gravel ballast", and that the Vail Town Council hereby approves the application for Design Review for the Booth Creek Park redevelopment (DRB 1 60048),as originally submitted by the Applicant to the Town of Vail, including the living roof on the restroom building, with a new condition of approval to read as follows: Town Council Meeting Minutes of May 3, 2016 Page 4 July 5, 2016 - Page 8 of 68 `If at any time the living roof on the restroom building is not maintained with live grasses and/or live forbs per the approved plans for a period greater that one (1) year, the applicant shall replace the living roof system with a new roof material in compliance with the requirements of Title 12 and Title 14 of the Vail Town Code."' Bruno seconded the motion. Chapin summarized the motion "to keep the grass roof only if it is maintained." Some members expressed concerns with this direction. There was a suggestion to resubmit the application if this action did not meet expectations on the topic. The motion was voted on and passed (4-2; Chapin and Moffet opposed). There being no further business to come before the Council, Moffet moved to adjourn the meeting and Bruno seconded the motion which passed (6-0) and the meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Attest: Dave Chapin, Mayor Patty McKenny, Town Clerk Town Council Meeting Minutes of May 3, 2016 Page 5 July 5, 2016 - Page 9 of 68 VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO ITEM/TOPIC: Town Council May 17, 2016 meeting minutes ATTACHMENTS: Description Minutes from May 17, 2016 meeting TOWN OF VAIP July 5, 2016 - Page 10 of 68 Vail Town Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 17, 2016 6:00 P.M. Vail Town Council Chambers The regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was called to order at approximately 6:00 P.M. by Mayor Chapin. Members present: Dave Chapin, Mayor Jenn Bruno, Mayor Pro Tem Dick Cleveland Kevin Foley Kim Langmaid Jen Mason Greg Moffet Staff members present: Stan Zemler, Town Manager Matt Mire, Town Attorney Patty McKenny, Town Clerk 1. Citizen Participation Michael Cacioppo, candidate for State House of Representatives District 26, expressed support for affordable housing discussions with regional stakeholders, including USFS, to build housing for resort employees. Emily Tamborino, VVMC, communications manager, supported partnership with Starting Hearts in their effort to purchase and place defibrillators around Vail and the region. Alan Himelfarb, Starting Hearts, thanked Town of Vail for their support and spoke about the launch of their partnership with Eagle County School District related to training programs they will implement together. Rick Arnold, Holy Cross Energy, presented their disbursement check ($193K) for the funding of community enhancement projects implemented in local communities. He spoke briefly about the outcomes of this program. 2. 2. Appointments for Boards and Commissions 2.1. Vail Local Licensing Authority Board Appointments Presenter(s): Dave Chapin, Mayor Action Requested of Council: Appoint members to Vail Local (Liquor) Housing Authority or conduct final interview on June 7 and then make appointments. The appointments were rescheduled to June 7 so that two candidates could be interviewed. 3. Consent Agenda 3.1. Resolution No. 17, Series of 2016, A Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Eagle County Housing and Development Authority and the Town of Vail for Certain Housing Administrative Services, and Setting Forth Details in Regard Thereto. Town Council Meeting Minutes of May 17, 2016 Page 1 July 5, 2016 - Page 11 of 68 Background: The Town of Vail is in need of certain housing administrative services. The Eagle County Housing and Development Authority is willing and capable of providing housing administrative services to the Town of Vail. An intergovernmental agreement is needed to properly contract for the services to be completed. The proposed agreement outlines the terms under which the work is to be completed. The agreement expires on its terms on December 31, 2016. The two parties may choose to enter into a new agreement in 2017 if determined to be mutually beneficial. 3.2. Resolution No. 18, Series of 2016, A Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the Town of Vail and USDA, Forest Service White River National Forest's Eagle/Holy Cross Ranger District Regarding the Control and Eradication of Noxious Weed and Invasive Plant Species; and Setting Forth Details in Regard Thereto Background: In the March 2016 Supplemental Budget Request, the Town Council approved $15,000 to partner with the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) to control the spread of noxious weeds. 3.3. Resolution No. 19, Series of 2016, A Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the Town of Vail. Colorado and the Colorado Department of Transportation Regarding Sediment Control Disposal Area on the North Side of Interstate 70 at Approximately M.P. 178- 179; and Setting Forth Details in Regard Thereto Background: The Intergovernmental Agreement defines roles and responsibilities for the Town and Colorado Department of Transportation for the sand storage berm in East Vail. 3.4. Resolution No. 20, Series of 2016, A Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the Town of Vail, USDA, Forest Service Eagle/Holy Cross Ranger District Regarding the Town of Vail Hazardous Fuels Reduction Project; and Setting Forth Details in Regard Thereto Background: During the first budget supplemental of 2016 Council approved funding of phase one of the Intermountain Fuels Reduction Project (also referred to as Town of Vail Hazardous Fuels Reduction Project) in the amount of $63,700. This Intergovernmental Agreement sets forth the conditions for the transfer of funds to the U.S. Forest Service to initiate this project. 3.5. Resolution No. 21, Series of 2016, A Resolution Approving any Intergovernmental Agreement Between the Town of Vail and Other Colorado Governmental Agencies Regarding Mutual Fire Aid; and Setting Forth Details in Regard Thereoto 3.6. Request to Award Construction Contract for Booth Creek Park Redevelopment and Golden Peak Sport Courts Background: The purpose of this item is to request the Town Council direct the Town Manager to enter into a construction contract with RA Nelson, LLC. in an amount not to exceed $1,971,054.27 for the construction of improvements to Booth Creek Park and the Golden Peak Sports Courts (Pickleball Courts). Moffet moved to approve the consent agenda outlined above; Foley seconded the motion and it passed (7-0). 4. Town Manager Report There were no items reported on at this time. Town Council Meeting Minutes of May 17, 2016 Page 2 July 5, 2016 - Page 12 of 68 5. Presentations / Discussion 5.1. Vail Youth Recognition Award Presenter(s): Scott O'Connell, Vail Valley Exchange Action Requested of Council: Present local students with Vail Youth Recognition Award. Background: The purpose of the award is to recognize and reinforce outstanding achievement by youth of the Upper Eagle Valley, both for their individual achievements and as role models for their peers. The Vail Town Council created this award to acknowledge and reward students from our community schools. O'Connell presented the awards on behalf of the Vail Valley Exchange and Town of Vail to students Lydia Routolo who attends Battle Mountain High School and Lyle Shipp who attends Vail Mountain School. 5.2. Update on KAABOO-Vail Music Experience August 18-20, 2017 Presenter(s): Mike Imhoff, Vail Valley Foundation, Bryan Gordon, KAABOO Action Requested of Council: Feedback and input requested but no formal action requested at this time. Will request formal approval by Council to proceed with this project at first meeting in June 2016. Background: VVF and our partner KAABOO have had a myriad of meetings since the last council update (April 5) with all primary Vail community interested parties and groups that may be impacted by our KAABOO-Vail project. As part of the materials, VVF has drafted a detailed vision and plan with a 90 day action steps for council review. KAABOO Music Experience is not a music festival, but an experience catering to a specific audience and consumer over a three day weekend in Vail. The event offers fine dining, comedy, premium spirits, craft breweries, VIP experiences, and live music. Mason recused herself from the discussion of this item due to conflict of interest. Mike Imhof, VVF, presented an overview of the music experience proposal and noted their interest in hearing from the community. He noted their schedule to present to Vail Recreation District, Betty Ford Alpine Garden and the Nature Center in the near future. Joe Stiles, KAABOO, project manager & environmental designer, presented details about the event, including a review of the site plans and design of the event. Chapin invited public input at this time. Bob Armour, expressed concern about impacts due to number of attendees, length of festival, the impacts on the fields, and concern about multi year commitment to such an event. Too big for Vail! Margaret Rogers, resident, expressed several concerns about the event related to displaced park users, the park should not be limited to just one event per the parks master plan, too little time to review the proposal, and concern about multi year commitment. She expressed that she loved the idea, but the Ford Park location is of great concern. Chris Romer, Vail Valley Partnership, expressed support of the event which is aligned with the mission of the Commission on Special Events and brand of Town of Vail, the target Town Council Meeting Minutes of May 17, 2016 Page 3 July 5, 2016 - Page 13 of 68 market, the drive for destination visitors, time of year. He also noted and understands the concerns being expressed about impact on fields and Vail in general. Rayla Kundolf, business owner and resident, expressed support for the event, thinks it is the right target market, encouraged businesses get involved in the event, meets Vail's brand, need the iconic event, Vail has always worked through the challenges large events bring. Michael Staughton, Vail Business owner and Chamber member, expressed concern about the timing for the decision is too short, concerned about displaced users, must take care of Vail first. Michael Cacioppo, expressed that he has not reached a final opinion until more public input is received although is concerned that guidelines are not being followed. Johannes Faessler, Sonnenalp Hotel, expressed support of the event from a business perspective, likes the multi year commitment and potential that would bring to attract new guests, encouraged the VVF to work with the town to host such an event. Skip Thurnauer, VLMDAC member, and as a resident supports the event, the timing, the market and it would be excellent to have this event to help with summer business. Ross Cohen, resident and business owner, supports the event which would attract next generation and would serve as an epic event but would want to ensure the event promoters work with the local business owners to include them in the event. Gwen Scapula, resident, concerned about Ford Park impacts with length of the event, the displaced users, impacts on transportation, roads, parking, area resident, and the timing placed on the decision. Nicola Ripley, BFAG, requested adequate time to review the proposal, but sees many challenges with the proposal. Heidi Biele, resident, expressed support of the event which would create a great venue for Vail in offering a music experience. Doe Browning, resident and trustee of BFAG, expressed concerns about the music festival and market that is attracted, would like to request support from the event producers to help them offset the impacts to BFAG and its users. Chapin noted no decision was being made at this time; there were several comments made by Council as follows: ✓ There was support of the proposal but much work would need to be done to work through the impacts and challenges ✓ There would need to be participation and decisions made by VRD and BFAG and Nature Center before any final decision would be made ✓ This may serve as an iconic event for Vail ✓ Proposal deserves a thorough vetting identifying problems and potentials and most did not support the need for a decision by June 10, requested an eight week delay ✓ Some concern about a multi year contract and commitment Town Council Meeting Minutes of May 17, 2016 Page 4 July 5, 2016 - Page 14 of 68 ✓ The town should not take any financial risk with the event ✓ Must be attention paid to the environment and sustainability and a zero waste event ✓ Must be a thorough evaluation of the impacts on the turf ✓ What is VVF role in the implementation of the event ✓ Must understand the impacts on displaced users Again, it was noted there would be more opportunities scheduled at public meetings for the public to comment on the event proposal. Jen Mason returned to the meeting at this time. 5.3. Slifer Square - Update Presenter(s): Todd Oppenheimer, Capital Project Manager/Landscape Architect Action Requested of Council: To provide feedback to in regards to Council's preferences for change to Slifer Square and direct to staff to begin the process for procurement of design services for the project. Background: Staff will update the Town Council on the results from the public meeting held on March 29, 2016. Todd Oppenheimer, Landscape Project Architect, reported on the public meeting held for the Slifer Square project. In summary, those attending asked that the natural character and flow of the area be maintained but any improvements in functionality and aesthetics would be welcomed. Council presented some feedback related to suggestions as follows: ✓ Bus stop area improvements both physically and operationally ✓ Water quality and infiltration improvements ✓ Maintain natural existing character of the area ✓ Maintain the ability to use the fountain area with improved areas for sitting around the fountain Oppenheimer noted that a project scheduled would be drafted based on this input, the design work, and ability to begin construction either yet this year or next spring. 6. Action Items 6.1. Welcome Centers/Host Program Request for Proposal (RFP) Presenter(s): Stan Zemler, Town Manager and Suzanne Silverthorn, Director of Communications Action Requested of Council: Approve and/or modify a request for proposal (RFP) and selection process for management of Vail's Welcome Centers, the Volunteer Community Host Program and Guest Welcome Services beginning October 1, 2016. Background: To prepare for future operation of the Welcome Centers and Community Host Program, the Town Council has directed staff to prepare a Request for Proposal in which respondents will describe how best to use the town's resources "to create a five-star customer experience." Silverthorne reviewed the purpose of the discussion on the welcome centers/host programs and offered the following goals: 1) Ideas for expansion of services offered in the welcome centers 2) Increased utilization of the facilities 3) 10 goal areas were identified Town Council Meeting Minutes of May 17, 2016 Page 5 July 5, 2016 - Page 15 of 68 4) It was requested to shorten the mission with a scaled back intent — 5) Issue the rfp but give the responder the opportunity to define the 5 star customer experience 6) Drafted an rfp is in the packet w/ a timetable The amended RFP document was reviewed and the town council would still serve as the selection committee throughout the process. There were comments that the scope of the RFP should allow the vendor to explain "what they will be doing for the town" and not what the town wants the vendor to do. Moffet moved to approve the RFP amended document and evaluation process to include Town Council as the selection committee. Bruno seconded the motion and it passed (7-0). 6.2. Ordinance No. 10, Series of 2016, First Reading, An Ordinance Amending Chapter 7 of Title 5 of the Vail Town Code Concerning the Liability for Costs Associated with the Town's Provision of Fire Protection Services to Properties Located Outside Town Boundaries Presenter(s): Mark Novak, Fire Chief Action Requested of Council: Approve, amend or deny Ordinance No. 10, Series of 2016 on first reading. Background: This ordinance will amend existing Town Code to clarify specific issues related to providing emergency services to parties outside the municipal limits of the Town of Vail. Chief Novak noted the following changes to Chapter 7 of Title 5 of the Town of Vail Code proposed in Ordinance No. 10 are: ■ 5-7-2 (A) Clarifies that requests for service in areas outside the municipal limits of the Town of Vail do not necessarily originate with the Eagle County Sheriff ■ 5-7-2 (D) Clarifies billing procedures and liability for payment for response to properties outside the municipal limits of the Town of Vail. He also suggested staff would submit a separate resolution amending the current fee structure for response to properties out of the municipal boundaries of the Town of Vail at the June 7, 2016 Town Council meeting. There was some discussion about the need to codify this topic, the suggestion to change "shall to may" on the first page, 5-7-2 A, the liability section of the ordinance, and the possibility of seeking funding from USFS since these homes are outside of town boundaries. Moffet moved to approve Ordinance No. 10, Series of 2016, First Reading, An Ordinance Amending Chapter 7 of Title 5 of the Vail Town Code Concerning the Liability for Costs Associated with the Town's Provision of Fire Protection Services to Properties Located Outside Town Boundaries, with a revision to include "may" instead of "shall" in Section 5-7-2 A. Bruno seconded the motion and it passed (7-0). There was no public input. 6.3. The owner of the multi -use Vista Bahn Building, located at 298 Hanson Ranch Road, requests permission to proceed through the Conditional Use Permit process for an outdoor patio on Town of Vail property in the Commercial Core I (CC1) Zone District. The Vail Town Code refers to outdoor dining/seating as "Outdoor Patio" in reference to permitted and conditional uses in the Commercial Core I (CC1) Zone District. Presenter(s): Jonathan Spence, Planner Town Council Meeting Minutes of May 17, 2016 Page 6 July 5, 2016 - Page 16 of 68 Action Requested of Council: The Community Development Department requests that the Town Council evaluate the proposal to utilize Town of Vail property for the purposes of an outdoor patio. This utilization of Town of Vail property would be subject to the terms of a revocable ROW permit and lease agreement and could be discontinued and removed if required to do so. Background: The Vail Village Design Considerations recognize outdoor patios as a potential positive contributing factor in the creation of a strong streetscape framework. Chris Neubecker, Planning Manager, presented the business request on behalf of the property owner. After some discussion about the process and likely outcome of a "lease agreement" with the property owner, it was determined there have been these kinds of requests in the past and there was support of the request. It was noted there would be ample room for emergency personnel and equipment to access this area if turned into an extended patio space. Moffet moved to direct staff to sign the application to proceed through the Conditional Use Permit process for an outdoor patio on Town of Vail property in the Commercial Core I (CC1) Zone District. The Vail Town Code refers to outdoor dining/seating as "Outdoor Patio" in reference to permitted and conditional uses in the Commercial Core I (CC1) Zone District. Foley seconded the motion and it passed (7-0). There was no public input. 7. Public Hearings 7.1. The applicant Karja LLC, represented by Bill Nutkins, AIA, NDG Architects, Inc, requests an appeal of the final decision of the Town of Vail Planning and Environmental Commission denying a request for a variance to allow for the construction of a trash enclosure within the front setback for the property located at 265 Forest Road Presenter(s): Matt Panfil, Planner Action Requested of Council: Uphold, uphold with modifications, or overturn the Planning and Environmental Commission decision. Background: Based on the existing topography of the site and the lack of a reasonable alternative location for a trash enclosure, the applicant requests an appeal of the Planning and Environment Commission decision. The public hearing was opened by Chapin. Staff presented the application request for a trash enclosure within the front setback of the property located at 265 Forest Road which was denied by PEC. Rick Fields, landscape architect, and Bill Nutkins, architect, presented on behalf of the property owner. There was some discussion about the owners preference to place the trash cans in between the buttress areas of the wall and requested an appeal to the PEC decision. Public comments were invited at this time; there were no comments. The public hearing for public input was closed. There were no further comments from the representatives of the appellate. There was some discussion about whether the applicant met the criteria established when granting such a variance; there did not seem to be any hardship identified. Moffet moved to uphold the decision of the Planning and Environmental Commission to deny the application for a variance request for the construction of a trash enclosure within the front setback located at 265 Forest Road / Lot 21, Block 7, Vail Village Filing 1", with the following findings: "The Vail Town Code was properly applied in regard to the Planning and Town Council Meeting Minutes of May 17, 2016 Page 7 July 5, 2016 - Page 17 of 68 Environmental Commission denial of the requested variance associated with application PEC16-0012, and located at 265 Forest Road / Lot 21, Block 7, Vail Village Filing 1." Cleveland seconded the motion and it passed (7-0). There being no further business to come before the council, Moffet moved to adjourn the meeting and Foley seconded the motion which passed (7-0) and the meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Attest: Dave Chapin, Mayor Patty McKenny, Town Clerk Town Council Meeting Minutes of May 17, 2016 Page 8 July 5, 2016 - Page 18 of 68 VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO ITEM/TOPIC: Community Upcoming Events Updates Bighorn Park Community Picnic, July 12, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Donovan Pavilion Community Picnic, August 9,11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Neighborhood Evacuation Drill, August 9, 2016 50th Birthday Party, Donovan Pavilion, August 23, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. TOWN OF VAR' July 5, 2016 - Page 19 of 68 TOWN OF VAIP VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO ITEM/TOPIC: Public Comment on use of Lighted Pedestrian Crossing Safety Devices and Enhancements for Frontage Roads and Roundabouts Public input is welcome on this topic. PRESENTER(S): Greg Hall, Director of Public Works ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Listen to presentation and public input and direct staff. BACKGROUND: At the June 7, 2016 Town Council meeting, the Pedestrian Safety Enhancements (memo attached) were presented and discussed. It was requested by Council to hold a public input session to gather additional input and concerns regarding the use of lighted Pedestrian Crossing Safety Devices. ATTACHMENTS: Description Lighted Pedestrian Crossing Safety Devices and Enhancements for Frontage Roads and Roundabouts July 5, 2016 - Page 20 of 68 0 rowN of vain Memorandum TO: Vail Town Council FROM: Stan Zemler, Town Manager; Greg Hall, Director of Public Works and Transportation; Town of Vail internal team DATE: July 5, 2016 SUBJECT: Public Comment on use of Lighted Pedestrian Crossing Safety Devices and Enhancements for Frontage Roads and Roundabouts I. PURPOSE The purpose of this item is to: • Conduct public input session on the use of Lighted Pedestrian Crossing Devices • Provide direction to staff on how to proceed • Based on Town Council direction, instruct staff to amend supplemental budget in July 2016 to make necessary improvements II. BACKGROUND At the June 7, 2016 Town Council work session on Pedestrian Safety Enhancements (memo attached), it was requested by Council to hold a public input session to gather input and concerns regarding the use of lighted Pedestrian Crossing Safety Devices. III. ACTION REQUESTED Obtain public input regarding Lighted Pedestrian Crossing Safety Devices and based on the input received, provide direction to the staff on the information presented and direct staff to prepare a request for the second budget supplemental request of 2016 from the recommended list of projects. IV. ATTACHMENTS Town council memo of June 7, 2016 1 July 5, 2016 - Page 21 of 68 rowN ofvain ") Memorandum TO: Vail Town Council FROM: Stan Zemler, Town Manager; Greg Hall, Director of Public Works and Transportation; Town of Vail internal team DATE: June 7, 2016 SUBJECT: Pedestrian Safety Enhancements for Frontage Roads and Roundabouts I. PURPOSE The purpose of this item is to: • Provide Town Council an update on work prepared by TOV team • Propose project schedule • Request Town Council direction regarding supplementing the budget in July 2016 to make necessary improvements II. BACKGROUND The Town Council, citizens and staff have identified improving pedestrian safety along the frontage roads of Vail as a priority. Specifically the concerns have dealt with improving pedestrian safety on the frontage road during overflow parking days. The summer of 2015 experienced 20 overflow days and this last ski season there were 29 overflow days. Additional concerns were raised regarding the existing designated crossings of the frontage road and roundabouts. The Town of Vail staff established a large all-inclusive internal working group representing the police department, fire department, community development department, as well as risk management, transit, parking, streets, engineering, landscape architects, public information and participation of the Town Manger and specific department directors. The purpose was to brainstorm ideas and issues from all levels of the organization. A complete list of ideas and issues is attached as background on continuing efforts with regard to pedestrian safety town wide. III. CURRENT PEDESTRIAN SAFETY ACTIVITIES The outcome of the planning sessions regarding pedestrian safety resulted in three improvement approaches. The first will be changes to operations during overflow parking days. This included, an operations manual being prepared to ensure all team members are accountable for consistency and improvement of safety. The operations manual will be written to address various levels of overflow parking intensity. The operations review includes further collaborated planning and anticipation of potential overflow incidents. One example of an operational change is in the use of town variable message boards to include the message "Pedestrians Present Speed Limit 25". The second area of focus is a list of capital projects to be funded over time in making improvements for pedestrians. A matrix is attached listing various levels of improvements. This allows for further evaluation and phasing. The most significant initial installation is flashing crosswalk signs at the major pedestrian crossings of the frontage road and roundabouts as well as enhanced lighting at these crossings. The use of flashing signs is a shift in direction from past town July 5, 2016 - Page 22 of 68 councils. Attached is a map of the proposed locations, as well as photos of the proposed signs. The staff has prioritized the locations with regard to phasing the improvements over two to three years. Another initial improvement requires approval from the Colorado Department of Transportation. The town has had discussions with Colorado Department of Transportation traffic engineers regarding the use of variable speed limits when overflow parking exists. In addition to the use of variable speed limits, the town would implement portable (pole mounted) "your speed is" and flashing warning signs to educate and warn traffic of the prudent speed during frontage road overflow parking days. All of these policies and improvements will require CDOT final approval. Additional staff work is required to address the list of concerns and issues regarding pedestrian safety throughout town. This work will continue through this year and additional updates to the Town Council will be provided. IV. PROJECT BUDGET The proposed budgets for capital improvements are as follows: Phase One Municipal Crosswalk Signs and Lighting: $105,000 W Lionshead Cir Crosswalk Signs and Lighting: $ 65,000 West Vail Mall Crosswalk Signs and Pavement Marking: $ 30,000 Main Vail Roundabouts • Crosswalk Signs $135,000 West Vail Roundabouts • Crosswalk Signs $75,000 Total $410,000 Phase Two Vail Valley Drive Crossing Crosswalk Signs and Lighting $ 65,000 Glen Lyon Office Building Crosswalk Sign and Lighting 75,000 Total $135,000 Future Lighting Phases Main Vail Roundabouts* • Enhanced Crossing Lighting $200,000 • Replace Entire Lighting System $625,000 West Vail Roundabouts* • Enhanced Crossing Lighting $150,000 • Replace Entire Lighting System $525,000 *These projects would be either one or the other and would be coordinated to work with CDOT and schedule construction when CDOT replaces the interstate ramp lighting over the next five years. In July, the council will be asked to fund the first phase of the pedestrian safety improvements for installation this fall totaling $410,000. The staff will request additional funds through the 2107 budget process for the remaining phases. The additional improvements will be requested to be phased over the next two to three years. Funding The staff recommends using Capital and VRA funds when eligible to fund the pedestrian safety improvements. Staff will also seek possible grant funds from various CDOT funding sources for the F July 5, 2016 - Page 23 of 68 outlying years. Construction of the frontage road improvements from the Municipal Building to Lionshead will also provide a portion of the longer term improvements in this area. V. ACTION REQUESTED Provide feedback to the staff on the information presented and direct staff to prepare a request for the second budget supplemental request of 2016 from the recommended list of projects. VI. ATTACHMENTS List of pedestrian and neighborhood traffic and safety issues Matrix of possible improvements Map of proposed improvements 3 July 5, 2016 - Page 24 of 68 Meeting Notes Intradepartmental Pedestrian and Frontage Road Meeting Why should the Town of Vail be concerned with this? • Sustainable Community • Walkable Bike Friendly • Various Livability Designations • We now have other modes E -bikes • Cycle/Ped Conflicts • Ped /Vehicle Conflicts in the Villages and Loading and Delivery • Congested Pedestrian Roads • 35 Bike incidents(accidents) over an 8 year period • Aging Population Accessibility Standards population with many different abilities, young Children • Frontage Roads and sidewalks at capacity • Safety during Special Events • Impression on Guests • Dark Sky Community Designation • Liability What are some specific issues, concerns or solutions • Central based Lighting Plan • Top Deck Transportation Center • Lighting to include better lighting and lighting controls based on circumstances • Safe pedestrian crosswalks for all including hearing and visually impaired • Over crowding Set a limit when are we at too much • Awareness Education Multi -cultural o Information of where to go as a car/pedestrian /bike enhanced Digital map complete o Perception verses Reality • Meeting or exceeding expectations what is more the norm than what is Vail • Some ideas may be very expensive to implement town wide • Maintenance of snow free areas (heated) Consistency may be less safe in areas not snow melted even though cleared • Model Traffic code 1977 vs 2010 • Education Service o Hotel Shuttle, Courtesy Cars, Taxi, Limos, Ride Sharing Services (Uber) o Skier Drop Off • Lighting beyond bus Stops and Cross walks Seeing Riders at stops and seeing pedestrians at night • Issues Overflow parking o Uncontrolled crossings happens ■ E Lionshead circle similar Barriers o At busiest time most traffic highest rates for guests o Overflow vs. structure parking • Frontage Road Sidewalk Median and lighting Plan July 5, 2016 - Page 25 of 68 o Provide a continuous Frontage Road Sidewalk from Ford Park to Forest Road and eventually to Cascade with Simba underpass. Sidewalk on the wrong side. • Cost of improved frontage road with sidewalk both sides verses cost of Structured parking • At a minimum create an Incident Operations Plan for busy and overflow times • Lower Speed Limit • Flashing Lights and Crossings • Use VMS more with regard to safety message Get users in structures after 3 PM instead of continuing to park of Frontage road when space is free and available • Parking operations o Tools to pre warn, real time traffic Counts o Additional resources and roles ■ Community Safety Officers ■ Use of Lone Star CDOT ■ traffic control Flaggers Special Events • 1-70 ramp backup's • Role of Underpass as a solution in 2017 o impacts of Underpass Construction before completed • U -Turns in median openings • Small Interments Ramp Up and Ramp Down operations should be Tiered • Safety First Should have Triggers Predictable everyone on the same page • Temp Cross walks Signs • Dobson Special Event Space, Solaris Special Event • Look at reroutes of in town bus all the time busing time • Additional lighting little 4 -way, Dobson, Soccer Field, Roundabouts Crossings • Dobson not a world class special event venue Regarding entrance staging opportunities to remodel and improve • Short Term present items for the supplemental budget • Long term and longer term prepare for 2017 Capital Budget and beyond • Variable Speed limits Day time and Night time • Lionshead Parking Expansion which may include a special Event venue outdoor space • Traffic Calming • Speed studies in outlying areas , 85% of speed limits on residential roads between 22-26 mph Team will first address the following • Work on Frontage Road Parking and other pedestrian issues including the roundabouts Next will be • In town route safety improvements July 5, 2016 - Page 26 of 68 Crosswalk Safety Options 1 Improved Street Lighting 2 Simple Signs/Markings 3 LED Warning Signs with Audible Warning 4 In -Pavement Lighting 5 Advanced beacon warning 6 Raised Crosswalk 7 Medians 8 HAWK signal Matrix of Frontage Road Pedestrian Solutions Muni Bldg VR W Vail Mall MV Roundabouts WV Roundabouts exists exists + + + exists exists + Painted exists exists Other move bus stops to downstream side of crosswalk FR Parking Pedestrian Safety Improvements Improved Lighting - potential to put on separate lighting control system so could activate only when pkg occurs Advanced beacon warning Lionshead-medians to force pedestrians to walk to designated crosswalks medians would need to be smaller width to allow room for peds to walk b/t traffic and parked cars or install sidewalk b/t FR and 1-70 (only enough room b/t Vail International and Lion). significant impacts to snow operations both Town and CDOT (spray from 1-70) unable to install medians along Village TRC -too many driveways unless you convert to right in/right out movements Ford Park- improved lighting on separate lighting control system install sidewalk, would require shifting roadway CL 5-7' south -no more room b/t 1-70 and FR park along south side and install sidewalk b/t WBFW and bus stop E/o Ford Park -improved lighting on separate lighting control system *Install sidewalk along the south side of the FR from WLC to Ford Park and parking only on south side of road —121 parking spaces July 5, 2016 - Page 27 of 68 simple signs at lower volume legs LED signs at higher volume legs 4A I. 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Bob Armour Tammy Nagel From: Charles Calcaterra <charliecalcaterra@mac.com> Sent: Tuesday, July 5, 2016 5:28 PM To: Council Dist List Subject: Vail Pedestrian Safety - Flashing Lights Attachments: vail flashing lights.pdf, ATT00001.txt Dear Council Members, While I had every intention to personally address the Council at this evenings meeting, I am unfortunately unable to attend. Please accept the attached as comment regarding the installation of "flashing lights" at specific crosswalks. Respectfully, Charlie Calcaterra Tammy Nagel From: Marilyn Everett <meverettrdh@gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, July 5, 2016 4:23 PM To: Council Dist List Subject: Lighted pedestrian crosswalks Dear Vail Council, As a long time Vail resident, I would recommend that we install lighted cross walks at your proposed locations to increase public safety, especially on those overflow days. Thank you, Mrs. Marilyn Everett 2355 Bald Mountain Road Vail, CO Tammy Nagel From: Penny Wilson <penlynwilson@gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, July 5, 2016 11:50 AM To: Council Dist List Subject: Lighted pedestrian crossing safety devices Good morning Town Council Members, I am in favor of adding push button lights for the pedestrian crossings as outlined in the memo dated June 7, 2016. In particular, there is a need to ensure safe crossing at Vail Valley Drive and the Frontage Road. There is a small sign in the intersection. But, people don't see it or pay attention to it (especially when they are in a large SUV they can't even see that sign). That intersection is confusing. When coming up to it, if you aren't familiar with it there's a lot to think about. "Do I need to stop? What's up with these other cars stopping? Pedestrians?" In addition, more signage would be helpful showing that those on Vail Valley Drive do not need to stop. Perhaps a sign across the frontage road from Vail Valley Drive would help. I live on Bald Mountain Road and go through this intersection multiple times on most days. Anything we can do to make it safer and less confusing would be appreciated. Additionally, I have a concern about the phrasing in section III of the memo dated June 7, 2016. It states, "One example of an operational change is in the use of town variable message boards to include the message "Pedestrians Present Speed Limit 25". Reading this, I would think that the speed limit is higher than 25 mph when there aren't pedestrians present. There is enough speeding on the frontage road in front of the Vail parking garage as it is. Again, I use this section of road multiple times on most days. I would encourage additional thought be put into the language and use of the signage to help people understand that the speed limit is always 25 mph. As always - thanks for your time, effort and hard work. Penny L. 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Whether parents dropping off kids or professional drivers dropping off guests or skiing equipment there is very little respect paid to people on this crosswalk. We would benefit from additional signage, lighting, etc. Available to discuss in response to your request for comments about input on pedestrian crossing Tammy Nagel From: Paul Rondeau <nanpaul@vail.net> Sent: Tuesday, June 28, 2016 4:03 PM To: Council Dist List Subject: Photo re my suggestion for "bells -on -bikes From Paul Rondeau This photo is from the multi -use path from Edwards to Avon...... My suggestion is: O This type signage O All bikes rented in Vail required to have a bell Z M. -'M TOWN OF VAIP VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO ITEM/TOPIC: Ordinance No. 15, Series 2016, First Reading, An Ordinance Making Adjustments to the Town of Vail General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund, Dispatch Services, Timber Ridge Enterprise Fund, and Vail Marketing Fund. PRESENTER(S): Carlie Smith, Budget Analyst ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve or approve with amendments Ordinance No.15, Series 2016 BACKGROUND: Please see attached memo STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve or approve with amendments Ordinance No.15, Series 2016 ATTACHMENTS: Description Supp 2 First Reading 2016 July 5, 2016 - Page 37 of 68 TOWN OF Memorandum TO: Vail Town Council FROM: Finance Department DATE: July 5, 2016 SUBJECT: 2016 Budget Supplemental Appropriation I. SUMMARY In Tuesday evening's session, you will be asked to approve the first reading of Ordinance No. 15, Series 2016, a supplemental appropriation of the 2016 budget. II. DISCUSSION Included in this supplemental discussion are requests for funding outside of the town's normal budget cycle, or "off -cycle contributions". The purpose of this mid -year review is to provide an opportunity for organizations that have newly identified projects or unforeseen changes to their budgets to come forward all at the same time and for Council to provide consistent criteria and evaluations. Staff recommendations for these requests are attached on page 4. General Fund Budgeted revenue will be adjusted by an increase of $20,784 directly offset by corresponding expenditures of $9,000 of donations raised by the Friends of the Library that will be used towards funding a media display in the Galleria and $11,784 of state funding for the Northwest Incident Management Team training exercise that occurred May 4th -6th in Winterpark, CO. An overall expenditure increase of $60,277 is requested with $20,784 of that relating to the expenditures mentioned above. Other proposed expenditure adjustments include $5,000 for employees to participate in the Sole Power program, a valley -wide "green community" program. The dollars would be used for an employee incentive program ($0.25/mile bonus for green commuting) to reach the TOV's goal of 20,000 miles. The incentive is capped at $500 for individuals. In addition, staff is requesting $23,493 for town's portion of a special assessment by Vail Village Inn's homeowner association; and $10,000 for the Western Land Group (WLG) to examine eleven Federal land parcels adjacent to the town and determine the feasibility of the Town acquiring any of these parcels. This study is in response to Council's priority to address the need of affordable housing in the community. WLG will provide a report summarizing their findings including recommendations, costs, and timetables. The report is scheduled to be completed August 30th, 2016. Also requested is $11,700 to contract with Eagle County to manage the town's housing lottery and sales through The Valley Home Store. This service was July 5, 2016 - Page 38 of 68 previously managed by the town by a now vacant position. This expense will be directly offset by salary savings from this position and will have no net impact to the General Fund. The off -cycle contributions are included in this budget request based on staff recommendations however no off -cycle funding requests are recommended at this time. Please see page 4 for details of the contribution requests and staff recommendations. These adjustments to the General Fund 2016 budget result in a net surplus of $16,773, with a resulting fund balance of $23.6 million by the end of 2016, or 64% of annual revenues. Capital Projects Fund Staff is requesting to supplement 2016 expenditures by a total of $2,305,447. New projects and increases requested include: $330,000 of previously approved funding for public art of the 1-70 underpass to be moved forward from the 2018 budget. $1,950,000 increase for the East Vail Fire Station renovation for a total project budget of $3.6M based on Council's approval on $25,447 increase of buy -down funds to be used to renovate the East Vail Fire Station housing units. Renovation of the existing unit will total $227,094 and will be funded with the current buy -down funds budget of $201,647 plus the additional $25,447 supplemental request. A new employee housing unit will also be constructed at an estimated cost of $209,025, and will be funded by budgeted housing fee -in -lieu funds. The total construction and renovation of the new and existing units will total $436,119 with a net budget effect of $25,447. The proposed budget adjustments will result in an estimated fund balance of $16.3 million by the end of 2016. Real Estate Transfer Tax (RETT) Fund Budgeted revenues will increase by $6,000 to reflect a donation toward the Sole Power program from Volvo ($5K) and First Bank ($1 K) to be directly off set by corresponding expenditures to fund the Sole Power program. The proposed budget adjustments will result in an estimated fund balance of $4.6 million by the end of 2016. Dispatch Services Revenue will be adjusted by a $9,085 reimbursement from Pitkin Country for corresponding expenditures relating to an intergovernmental agreement to supply Vail Dispatch Services staff while Pitkin County rebounds from a severe staffing shortage. There is no net impact to the Dispatch Fund. Timber Ridge Enterprise Fund Staff is requesting $49,000 additional capital dollars for the renovation of the 18 units master - leased by Vail Resorts. Over a three year span, the town will invest just over $700,000 to renovate all 54 master -leased units. The town will re -coup this capital investment over a five year period through increased rental rates. The renovations include carpet/linoleum 2 July 5, 2016 - Page 39 of 68 replacement, drywall repairs, interior paint, new front entry doors and trim, and remaining bathroom remodels. Vail Marketing Fund Budgeted revenue will be adjusted by an increase of $46,000 for additional business license collections relating to the new "Rental By Owner" ordinance requiring a business license. As a result corresponding management fee expenditures paid to the General Fund will need to increase by $2,300, 5% of the incremental change in business license revenue. July 5, 2016 - Page 40 of 68 2016 Off -Cycle Contributions A. Vail Centre BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Vail Centre is requesting $1,500,000 to finance the development of a dedicated lifelong learning facility at the Treetops building in Lionshead. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff does not recommend funding based on the fact that the request is outside council contributions policies for education and enrichment funding. Specifically, it is not within the policy to fund capital assets but rather to fund programs and events. The only examples of the town contributing to capital improvements of outside agencies is a $500K contribution to the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, which is located within Ford Park and on town land. The other example is a $500K contribution for construction elements (not finishes or fixtures) of a major renovation of the Colorado Ski Museum. The Ski Museum is improving a town -owned building. Both of those facilities would most likely be operated by the town if the entities ever ceased to exist. Assisting with the purchase of a building, the improvements or operations for an external entity is not appropriate for funding with taxpayer dollars. B. Vail Valley Foundation BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Vail Valley Foundation is requesting $50,000 for the expansion of the America's Winter Opening Festival which would involve of the rollup of Snow Daze and the Birds of Prey events under the America's Winter Festival umbrella. The expended event would include beer tents, awards/bib draws, athlete signings, legend focused events, and public participatory events such as snow shoeing. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The town is currently contributing $40,000 and in-kind services to the Snow Daze event; staff believes that a discussion between Council and the Vail Valley Foundation is necessary in order to make a funding decision. C. Vail Valley Foundation dba Vail International Dance Festival BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Vail Valley Foundation is requesting $15,000 to fund the new Community Art Access Program launching summer 2016. The contribution would be used to provide complimentary access to experience live preforming arts to community members who otherwise would not have the opportunity. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff does not recommend funding with taxpayer dollars. Council is currently funding the International Dance Festival at the appropriate level of $47,000 and hopes that a portion of this funding can be used to contribute to the Community Arts Access Program. D. Vail Valley Charitable Fund BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Vail Valley Charitable Fund is requesting $25,000 for the Unveiled Calendar Fundraising event to support their Direct Aid Grant Program. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: While staff greatly respects this organization and the service they provide to the community, it is not recommended for funding because it does not fit the criteria for Council contributions. It has been Council's policy to not support fundraising events in that it is not an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars. 4 July 5, 2016 - Page 41 of 68 TOWN OF VAIL 2016 BUDGET SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE GENERAL FUND 2016 Proposed Original 1st 2016 2nd 2016 Budget Supplemental Amended Supplemental Amended Comments Revenue Local Taxes: $ 25,588,000 $ 25,588,000 $ 25,588,000 Sales Tax Split b/t Gen'I Fund & Capital Fund 62/38 Sales Tax $ 15,865,000 $ 15,865,000 $ 15,865,000 Property and Ownership 4,913,000 4,913,000 4,913,000 Ski Lift Tax 4,728,000 4,728,000 4,728,000 Franchise Fees, Penalties, and Other Taxes 1,181,159 1,181,159 1,181,159 Licenses & Permits 1,594,254 1,594,254 1,594,254 Intergovernmental Revenue 1,882,916 1,882,916 11,784 1,894,700 Northwest Emergency Incident Management Team exercise state reimbursement; see corresponding expenditure below Transportation Centers 4,225,000 4,225,000 4,225,000 Charges for Services 1,001,236 1,001,236 1,001,236 Fines & Forfeitures 250,942 250,942 250,942 Earnings on Investments 160,000 160,000 160,000 Rental Revenue 990,556 990,556 990,556 Miscellaneous and Project Reimbursements 182,000 182,000 9,000 191,000 Friends of the library donation to be used for media display in galleria; see corresponding expenditure below Total Revenue 36,974,063 - 36,974,063 20,784 36,994,847 Expenditures Salaries 16,890,516 16,890,516 11,700 16,878,816 Offset of Valley Home Store management contract with Eagle County Benefits 6,236,674 6,236,674 6,236,674 Subtotal Compensation and Benefits 23,127,190 23,127,190 11,700 23,115,490 Contributions and Special Events 2,270,994 121,700 2,392,694 2,392,694 All Other Operating Expenses 7,773,781 74,331 7,848,112 70,977 7,919,089 Northwest Emergency Management Team Exercise $11,784; Media Display in Library galleria $9,000; Vail Village special assessment $23,493; Employe participation in Sole Power $5,000; Valley Home Store contract $11,700; Western Land Group evaluation $10K Heavy Equipment Operating Charges 2,221,467 2,221,467 2,221,467 Heavy Equipment Replacement Charges 618,120 618,120 618,120 Dispatch Services 663,214 663,214 663,214 Total Expenditures 36,674,766 196,031 36,870,797 59,277 36,930,074 Rev'��Over (Under) Expenditure 299,297 (196,031) 103,266 (38,493) 64,773 Castle Peak Senior Care Facility (50,000) (50,000) (50,000) 2015 World Alpine Ski Championships Pro -cycling event 2015 Nation's Event Transfer to Dipatch Services Fund Surplus Net of Transfers & New Programs 249,297 (196,031) 53,266 (38,493) 14,773 Beginning Fund Balance 18,910,046 23,622,508 23,622,508 Ending Fund Balance $ 19,159,343 $ 23,675,774 $ 23,637,281 6470/6 EHOP balance included in ending fund balance - not spendable $ 705,382 $ 705,382 July 5, 2016 - Page 42 of 68 TOWN OF VAIL 2016 BUDGET SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND 2016 Proposed Original 1st 2016 2nd 2016 Budget Supplemental Amended Supplemental Amended Comments Revenue Total Sales Tax Revenue: $ 25,588,000 $ 25,588,000 $ 25,588,000 2016 4.5% incr from 2015 amended Sales Tax Split between General Fund & 62/38 62/38 62/38 Capital Fund Sales Tax - Capital Projects Fund $ 9,723,000 $ 9,723,000 $ 9,723,000 38% to CPF Use Tax 1,545,000 1,545,000 1,545,000 2016 down from 2015;no new major developments assumed Federal Grant Revenue 544,800 544,800 544,800 2015-2016: Bridges at Nugget Lane and Bridge Rd $77K State grant received for partial reimbursement of the Police E -Ticketing project; Other State Revenue - 123,603 123,603 123,603 $46.6K Colorado Division of Fire Prevention grant to be used towards a compressor; 2015: CDOT share of funding for 1-70 Underpass Study Lease Revenue 197,295 197,295 197,295 Per Vail Commons commercial (incr. every 5 years) and residential leases 2015: $40K reimbursement from ERWSD for waterline work on the Covered Bridge; Project Reimbursement - 230,000 230,000 230,000 $33,293 Holy Cross grant for Snowberry utility project, $230,000 revenue recognition for underground utility project TRAHC 461,065 461,065 461,065 Principal and interest on loans to Timber Ridge Fund Earnings on Investments and Other 149,281 149,281 149,281 0.7% rate assumed on available fund balance Total Revenue 12,620,441 353,603 12,974,044 12,974,044 Bus Shelters 30,000 20,000 50,000 50,000 Annual maintenance. Use of 2015 savings for parking gate cameras(16K) and upper deck street light poles Parking Structures 675,000 28,000 703,000 703,000 and fixtures (12K) budgeted in 2015 ; 2015: Various repairs including deck topping replacement, expansion joint repairs, ventilation, HVAC, plumbing and other structural repairs. Traffic Impact Fee and Transportation Master 150,000 150,000 150,000 Update of Traffic Impact Fees: $130K; Transportation Master Plan: $20K Plan Updates Fire Station 2 (Main Vail) ventilation($22K); General project covers repairs to town Facilities Capital Maintenance 319,125 22,000 341,125 341,125 buildings including the upkeep of exterior (roofing, siding surfaces, windows, doors), interior finishes (paint, carpet, etc.), and mechanical equipment (boilers, air handlers, etc.). Donovan Park Pavilion 5,000 5,000 5,000 $51K annual maintenance Street Light Improvements 50,000 149,192 199,192 199,192 Continuation street lights improvements and to refurbish residential lighting Capital Street Maintenance 1,290,000 1,290,000 1,290,000 On-going maintenance to roads and bridges including asphalt overlays, patching and repairs; Cost increases based on recent pricing West Forest Bridge Repair 350,000 350,000 350,000 Major Bridge Repair Projects based on bi-annual bridge inspection Kinnickinnick (West) Bridge Repair 350,000 350,000 350,000 Major Bridge Repair Projects based on bi-annual bridge inspection Audio Visual Capital Maintenance 18,000 18,000 18,000 $18K annual maintenance / replacement of audio-visual equipment in town buildings such as Donovan, Municipal building, Grand View, LH Welcome Center Town -wide camera system 22,000 22,000 22,000 $22K per year for replacement of cameras and equipment; Document Imaging 30,000 30,000 30,000 Annual maintenance, software licensing, and replacement schedule for scanners and servers. Includes $38K for software platform upgrade in 2015. Software Licensing 51,000 51,000 51,000 Annual renewal of software licenses Police Taser Replacement 31,849 31,849 31,849 To replace outdated equipment purchased in 2007 Automated External Defibrillator 9,870 9,870 9,870 Currently only a few police cars have this equipment; This request would outfit all police cars Requesting printer specific to the "Salamander" software shared with regional agencies; Public Safety ID Card Printer 8,740 8,740 8,740 would allow easy tracking of all resources on large events or incidents with the badges & barcodes printed Police Body Worn Cameras 69,585 69,585 69,585 For the purchase of 20 cameras for sworn officers, software licenses ($23.7K) plus server hardware ($15K) for the purposes of storing data Hardware Purchases 150,000 150,000 150,000 2015 replacement of three GIS printers/scanners; Two additional Simplivity Omnicube nodes in 2015 and 2016 at a cost of $45K each Data Center (Computer Rooms) 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 Remodel / Retrofit upper and lower computer rooms ( power, heating / cooling, fire suppression . Possible relocation into a combined room July 5, 2016 - Page 43 of 68 TOWN OF VAIL 2016 BUDGET SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND 2016 Proposed Original 1st 2016 2nd 2016 Budget Supplemental Amended Supplemental Amended Comments Website and e-commerce 12,000 12,000 12,000 Internet security & application interfaces; website redevelopment; includes $550/month for web hosting svcs ArcGIS Systems - Replacement of plotter/scanner/copier for GIS Fiber Optics in Buildings 15,000 15,000 15,000 Annual maintenance $15K; Network upgrades 30,000 30,000 30,000 Computer network systems replacements cycle every 3-5 years; 2015 included $109K for an expansion of wireless service to West and East Vail (TOV equipment, not Crown Castle); Replacement of switches and routers Public Safety System 50,000 50,000 50,000 Annual capital maintenance of "County -wide "Computer Aided Dispatch/Records Mgmt. System"; includes patrol car and fire truck laptops and software used to push information to TOV and other agencies; TOV portion of annual Intergraph software maintenance Business Systems Replacement - 44,079 44,079 44,079 Completion of Community Development permitting software project Transit Center Generator 191,200 191,200 191,200 Replacement of generator at the Vail Village transit center; includes re -landscaping and re -wiring; originally planned for 2014. Police E -Ticketing system - 151,024 151,024 151,024 Continuation of electronic ticketing system to be completed in 2016; reduces data entry done by officers to record physical tickets; will interface with Full Court system; offset by state grant above Generator for East Vail Fire Station 50,000 50,000 50,000 To replace outdated generator at Station 1 Portable vehicle lift 55,000 55,000 55,000 To service vehicles in fleet Vehicle Expansion 145,000 145,000 145,000 2016: 4 flatbed pick up trucks for Streets crews, Electricians, Irrigation crew, and Wild land Fire; Class 8 Dump Total Maintenance 4,967,169 605,495 5,572,664 5,572,664 Enhancement of Town Assets Guest Services Enhancements/Wayfinding - 1,077,624 1,077,624 1,077,624 Continuation of signage project Guest Service / Wayfinding enhancements outside of VRA district Energy Enhancements - 92,900 92,900 92,900 Re -appropriate to complete Implementation of energy audit enhancements; includes continuation of LED lighting project with shared cost of $170K from Holy Cross. Fire Equipment 16,000 16,000 16,000 2016: fire hose replacement Neighborhood Road Reconstruction - 79,006 79,006 79,006 Continuation of shared project with ERWSD on Rockledge Rd; Neighborhood Bridge Reconstruction 503,412 503,412 503,412 Nugget Lane and Bridge design in 2015-2016 and construction in 2017-2018. Partial Funding is from Federal grants Fire Breathing Apparatus - 46,603 46,603 46,603 Purchase of breathing apparatus equipment, funded fully by grant listed above. Colorado Ski Museum 500,000 500,000 500,000 Proposed town contribution toward expansion and remodel of Colorado Ski Museum East Vail Fire Department 1,500,000 119,130 1,619,130 1,950,000 3,569,130 Renovation of East Vail Fire Station Hybrid Bus Battery Replacement - 431,772 431,772 431,772 Replace 7 batteries originally budgeted in 2015; Estimated fife of 6 years Replace Buses 3,524,000 3,524,000 3,524,000 2016: 8 buses scheduled for replacement ($440.5K per bus); Bus Wash Equipment 250,000 250,000 250,000 Interior equipment needs replacement; Buzzard Park Window Replacement 175,000 175,000 175,000 Replace windows at town -owned employee housing Public Works Equipment Wash Down/WQ Improvements 250,000 250,000 250,000 Exterior wash area for large trucks not safe in the winter; request also includes improvement to how the waste water is disposed of Resort App - 65,000 65,000 65,000 TOV 'Resort App" mobile application Bus Camera System - 54,358 54,358 54,358 Continuation of Installation of software and cameras in buses Total Enhancements 6,215,000 2,469,805 8,684,805 1,950,000 10,634,805 New Assets Municipal Redevelopment 5,000,000 1,475,770 6,475,770 6,475,770 Planning money shifted to 2015/2016; 2016 is a placeholder for a significant remodel should a complete reconstruction not occur. This cost is an estimate only, actual cost will depend on the scope of the project. July 5, 2016 - Page 44 of 68 TOWN OF VAIL 2016 BUDGET SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND 2016 Proposed Original 1st 2016 2nd 2016 Budget Supplemental Amended Supplemental Amended Comments Chamonix Housing Development - 1,795,013 1,795,013 1,795,013 Infrastructure, planning and design for future housing development 1-70 Underpass (VRA) 3,250,000 432,437 3,682,437 3,682,437 Re -appropriate 2015 unused for continuation of 1-70 underpass $1.6M to cover total amount of contract 2014 - 2016; CDOT reimbursements will span several years, with 2016 amount showed above Public Art- Lionshead - - 330,000 330,000 1-70 Underpass art project originally budgeted in 2018 East LH Circle pathway to Dobson (VRA) 100,000 100,000 100,000 Improve connection from the E LionsHead bus stop to Dobson; Per Council 9/16/14 push out one year pending Evergreen/VVMC projects; planning/design in 2016 Dobson Plaza (VRA) 100,000 100,000 100,000 Redevelop the center plaza of Dobson for better flow of bus traffic, people traffic (concerts); planning/design in 2016; Per Council 9/16/14 push out one year pending Ever reen/VVMC projects Buy -down Program - 201,647 201,647 25,447 227,094 Renovation of existing East Vail Fire housing unit Buy -down Program Funded by Pay -in-Lieu 2,816,230 2,816,230 2,816,230 $209,025 to be used in 2016 for new housing at the East Vail Fire Station; Housing funded directly by Pay -in -Lieu fees collected from developers Underground Utility improvements 230,000 230,000 230,000 Underground utility improvements for Rockledge Road, $50K; 1-70 Underpass (COOT $105 & Holy Cross $75K) Total New Assets: 8,450,000 6,951,097 15,401,097 355,447 15,756,544 Total Expenditures 19,632,169 10,026,397 29,658,566 2,305,447 31,964,013 Other Financing Sources (Uses) Transfer from Vail Reinvestment Authority 3,500,000 432,437 3,932,437 3,932,437 1-70 underpass, Frontage Rd improvements; East LH and Dobson Plaza improvements; annual LH parking structure maintenance $50K Transfer to RETT 3,900,000 3,900,000 - - Transfer to RETT for Golf Clubhouse project no longer necessary Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures (7,411,728) - (12,752,085) (2,305,447) (15,057,532) Beginning Fund Balance 20,930,692 31,339,419 31,339,419 Ending Fund Balance 13,518,964 18,587,334 2,305,447 16,281,887 July 5, 2016 - Page 45 of 68 TOWN OF VAIL 2016 BUDGET SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX FUND 2016 Proposed Original 1st 2016 2nd 2016 Budget Supplemental Amended Supplemental Amended Comments Real Estate Transfer Tax $ 6,500,000 $ 6,500,000 $ 6,500,000 Increase based on recent activity; 5% increase in 2016 Golf Course Lease 137,347 137,347 137,347 Annual lease payment from Vail Recreation District 2% annual increase - deposited to "Recreation Enhancement Account' (accompanying expenditure listed below) Intergovernmental Revenue 20,000 8,500 28,500 28,500 $51K grant from Plan4Health and $3.51K grant for Public Works intern ; $20K Lottery fund proceeds $25K Reimbursement from Eagle County for E -Waste and recycling hauling rebate to be offset by Zero Hero waste program expenditures; 6K bag free revenue recognition Project Reimbursements - 1,153,198 1,153,198 1,153,198 to be offset by Hazardous Waste Collection Day expenditures; Vail Valley Foundation repayment of loan taken for Amphitheater project- repayment originally due in 2018; 2015: Remainder of $1.15M VRD portion for Golf Course Clubhouse construction Recreation Amenity Fees 10,000 10,000 10,000 Donations - 6,000 6,000 Donations from First Bank($1 K) and Volvo($5K) for Sole Power Program Earnings on Investments and Other 28,861 28,861 28,861 10.7% rate assumed Total Revenue 6,696,208 1,161,698 7,857,906 6,000 7,863,906 Maintain Town Assets Annual Park and Landscape Maintenance 1,586,600 18,500 1,605,100 1,605,100 $15K for weed program in coordination with US Forest Service; $3.5K for intern using grant funding; Ongoing path, park and open space maintenance, project mgmt. Management Fee to General Fund (5%) 325,000 325,000 325,000 5% of RETT Collections - fee remitted to the General Fund for administration Regular maintenance for tree health within the town (spraying, removing, new trees); Tree Maintenance 65,000 65,000 65,000 scale spraying on town -owned property at approx. $120 per tree; Initiating tree -planting program for lost trees $63,700 for Phase I of Intermountain Fuels Reduction Project- See attached memo; Forest Health Management 258,738 63,700 322,438 322,438 Pine beetle mitigation in conjunction w/ forest service; Wildfire prevention measures; 2016 added $5K for public education, $4K replacement of two radios, and an increase in summer crew to 6 (from 5) Re -appropriate for new recycling ordinance trash containers received in 2016 but Street Furniture Replacement 50,000 27,033 77,033 77,033 budgeted in 2015; also includes annual replacement or capital repairs, benches and bike racks Rec. Path Capital Maint 104,000 104,000 104,000 Capital maintenance of the town's recreation path system. Annual maintenance items include projects such as playground surface refurbishing, Park / Playground Capital Maintenance 100,200 4,781 104,981 104,981 replacing bear -proof trash cans, painting/staining of play structures, picnic shelter additions/repairs, and fence maintenance. Alpine Garden Support 69,010 69,010 69,010 Annual operating support of the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens; assumes 2% increase per year Eagle River Watershed Programs 45,000 23,260 68,260 68,260 Annual support of the Eagle River Watershed Council programs; assumes 2% increase per year Actively Green by 2015 Program 40,000 40,000 40,000 Council Contribution for continuation of this town -wide recycling education and certification program run by Walking Mountains; Public Art - Operating 104,132 104,132 104,132 Art in Public Places programming $61K for town -wide Sole Power program funded by donations above; $1 OK for recycling containers signage using 2015 savings, $25K for Zero Hero waste program Environmental Sustainability 385,500 41,000 426,500 6,000 432,500 (see corresponding revenue from Eagle Country), $6K for Hazardous Waste Collection Day(See corresponding reimbursement from bag fee collections; for public education and recycling programs;; 2016 includes $64K for Global Sustainable Destination certification initial year; Total Maintenance 3,133,180 178,274 3,311,454 6,000 3,317,454 Enhancement of Town Assets Construction of Sport Courts on Chalet Road; Previously used 2016 budget to Chalet Road Sport Courts 1,050,000 (2,370) 1,047,630 1,047,630 supplement 2015, so deduction of $12.6K offset by savings of $10K. Total project budget $1.05M July 5, 2016 - Page 46 of 68 TOWN OF VAIL 2016 BUDGET SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX FUND 2016 Proposed Original 1st 2016 2nd 2016 Budget Supplemental Amended Supplemental Amended Comments Donovan Park Improvements - 375,661 375,661 375,661 Continuation of 2015 safety improvements to playground / park (10-11 years old); Ford Park Landscape Enhancement 200,000 200,000 200,000 Ford Park landscaping improvements (in current areas - no net increase to size) Flood Incident Repairs - 397,457 397,457 397,457 Re-appropriate for re-stabilization of Dowd Junction path Library Recreation Path Reconstruction 10,000 10,000 10,000 Re-appropriate to complete reconstruction of the recreation path from the Vail Library to Lionshead, including 12 ft. wide concrete trail, repairs to eroded culverts at Middle Creek and stream bank erosion repair (50 ft. section) Stream bank/tract mitigation - 780,561 780,561 780,561 Re-appropriate to complete the Gore Creek Strategic Action Plan; Includes estimates for streambank repairs (from water to bank) and riparian repairs (from bank to land area and revegetation).; mapping of water infrastructure, community education and outreach. Water Quality / Storm Water 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 2016 accompany repairs made with stream bank/tract mitigation for storm water and culverts East Vail Water Quality TAPS 50,000 50,000 50,000 East Vail Water Quality Improvements East Vail Interchange Improvements 50,000 50,000 50,000 2016 Landscaping design. Construction of the interchange in 2019: $1,089,760 Permanent Skate Park (VRA) - 294,664 294,664 294,664 Re-appropriate to complete permanent skate park construction for LH Parking Structure "Atrium" site. Ford Park Portal Improvements 510,000 510,000 510,000 $260K utilization of 2015 savings from Ford Park Improvements Project to enhance portal design; $250K re-appropriation TOV portion of improvements to six portals into Ford Park; matching contribution from VVF; originally scheduled in 2014. Vail Trail - 224,452 224,452 224,452 Placeholder for new Vail Trail near Golden Peak area Booth Creek Playground 2,068,880 353,320 2,422,200 2,422,200 Redevelopment of entire park including tennis courts, covered areas and playground structures; Tennis court ($262K) and playground ($385K) originally budgeted in 2014 will occur when overall park is reconstructed. Slifer Plaza/ Fountain/Storm Sewer 150,000 150,000 150,000 Repairs to Silfer Plaza fountain and storm sewers Public Art - General program / art 85,000 426,229 511,229 511,229 To purchase sculptures, artwork, art programs and events; remainder is re- appropriated each year to accumulate enough funds; $51K for Art Pass program offset by revenue above Public Art - Winterfest - 42,837 42,837 42,837 Carry over balance from 2015 ($39K) and recognize donations made for Winterfest event ($3,500). Total Enhancements 4,653,880 3,412,811 8,066,691 8,066,691 VRD-Managed Facility Projects Recreation Enhancement Account 137,347 (137,347) - - Re-appropriate REA funds from 2015 $(134,654) to be used in 2016. Use 2015 and 2016 REA funds toward Golf Clubhouse; Annual rent paid by Vail Recreation District to be re-invested in asset maintenance; Golf Course - Other Improvements 551,822 551,822 551,822 Re-appropriate 2015 budget to Golf course clubhouse; 2016 golf maintenance building repairs; Dobson Ice Arena 33,602 20,487 54,089 54,089 Pavers and concrete slab replacement; repair stucco concrete columns in main entry Ford Park / Tennis Center Improvements 5,445 52,800 58,245 58,245 Renovate Tennis Club Roof Athletic Fields - 21,250 21,250 21,250 Roof replacement for restrooms and athletic field Gymnastics Center 40,800 40,800 40,800 Cooling system Replacement Nature Center 69,754 69,754 69,754 Replace exterior windows, doors, wood siding and slope roof Total VRD-Managed Facility Projects 838,770 (42,810) 795,960 795,960 New Assets July 5, 2016 - Page 47 of 68 TOWN OF VAIL 2016 BUDGET SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX FUND 2016 Proposed Original 1st 2016 2nd 2016 Budget Supplemental Amended Supplemental Amended Comments Golf Clubhouse and Nordic Center (CCF) 3,900,000 4,610,363 8,510,363 8,510,363 2016: Re -appropriate to complete Golf course clubhouse ($7,859,122), use of 2015 and 2016 REA funds ($272,001), use of re -appropriation of 2015 Golf course- other improvements ($100,783), and increase budget for additional costs to complete clubhouse ($278,457); Total includes $1.15M reimbursement from VRD, allocation of Recreation Enhancement Funds $765,440, Conference Center funds of $3.8M, current RETT funds of $538,189 (Total project cost estimated at $13.8M, which includes previously spent RETT funds of $705,571 from 2012 & 2013) Ford Park Improvements & Fields (CCF) - 392,190 392,190 392,190 Utilization of 2015 cost savings for a lighting control system(97K), transformer enclosure replacement(35K), a manual traffic gate(48K), and 100K contingency; Continuation of 2015 Ford Park projects in 2016 ($112K) Total New Assets: 3,900,000 5,002,553 8,902,553 8,902,553 Total Expenditures 12,525,830 8,550,828 21,076,658 6,000 21,082,658 Other Financing Sources (Uses) Transfer to Capital Project Fund 3,900,000 (3,900,000) - - Transfer from Capital Projects Fund for Golf Clubhouse project no longer necessary Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures (1,929,622) (13,218,752) (13,218,752) Beginning Fund Balance 3,887,675 17,797,518 17,797,518 Ending Fund Balance $ 1,958,053 $ 4,578,766 $ 4,578,766 July 5, 2016 - Page 48 of 68 TOWN OF VAIL 2016 BUDGET SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE DISPATCH SERVICES FUND Beginning Fund Balance 895,969 949,810 949,810 Ending Fund Balance $ 889,121 $ 941,962 $ 941,962 12 July 5, 2016 - Page 49 of 68 2016 Proposed Original 1st 2016 2nd 2016 Budget Supplemental Amended Supplemental Amended Comments Revenue E911 Board Revenue $ 742,627 $ 742,627 $ 742,627 1,175,653 1,175,653 9,085 1,184,738 Overtime and travel billed to Pitkin County; see Interagency Charges corresponding expenditures below Town of Vail Interagency Charge 663,214 663,214 663,214 Earnings on Investments 6,275 6,275 6,275 Total Revenue 2,587,769 - 2,587,769 9,085 2,596,854 Expenditures Salaries & Benefits 2,081,259 2,081,259 7,666 2,088,925 Overtime billed to Pitkin County for dispatch services Operating, Maintenance & Contracts 513,358 1,000 514,358 1,419 515,777 Travel billed to Pitkin County Total Expenditures 2,594,617 1,000 2,595,617 9,085 2,604,702 Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures (6,848) (1,000) (7,848) - (7,848) Surplus Net of Transfers (6,848) (1,000) (7,848) - (7,848) Beginning Fund Balance 895,969 949,810 949,810 Ending Fund Balance $ 889,121 $ 941,962 $ 941,962 12 July 5, 2016 - Page 49 of 68 TOWN OF VAIL 2016 PROPOSED BUDGET SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE TIMBER RIDGE ENTERPRISE FUND Revenue Rental Income Other Income Total Revenue Expenditures Operating, Maintenance & Contracts Capital Outlay Total Expenditures Operating Income Non-operating Revenues (Expenses) Interest on Investments Loan Principal Repayment to Capital Projects Fund Interest Payment to Capital Projects Fund Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures Beginning Fund Balance Ending Fund Balance Proposed 2016 2nd 2016 Budget Supplemental Amended Comments $ 1,304,531 1,304,531 17,650 17,650 1,322,181 - 1,322,181 510,588 510,588 236,000 49,000 285,000 $49K for renovation of 18 (out of 54) master -leased VR units 746,588 49,000 795,588 575,593 (49,000) 526,593 600 600 (356,423) (356,423) (133,142) (133,142) 86,628 (49,000) 37,628 716,625 826,319 $ 803,253 $ 863,947 13 July 5, 2016 - Page 50 of 68 TOWN OF VAIL 2016 PROPOSED BUDGET SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE VAIL MARKETING FUND Beginning Fund Balance 213,157 203,263 Ending Fund Balance 219,970 253,776 14 July 5, 2016 - Page 51 of 68 Proposed 2016 2nd 2016 Budget Supplemental Amended Comments Revenue Business Licenses 332,000 46,000 378,000 Business license collections from vacation rental by owner Earnings on Investments 1,500 1,500 Total Revenue 333,500 46,000 379,500 Expenditures Commission on Special Events / Grants 17,687 17,687 Collection Fee - General Fund 309,000 2,300 311,300 5% of additional business license revenue Total Expenditures 326,687 2,300 328,987 Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures 6,813 43,700 50,513 Beginning Fund Balance 213,157 203,263 Ending Fund Balance 219,970 253,776 14 July 5, 2016 - Page 51 of 68 ORDINANCE NO. 15 SERIES OF 2016 AN ORDINANCE MAKING BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS TO THE TOWN OF VAIL GENERAL FUND, CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND, REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX FUND, DISPATCH SERVICES FUND, VAIL MARKETING FUND, AND TIMBER RIDGE ENTERPRISE FUND OF THE 2016 BUDGET FOR THE TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO; AND AUTHORIZING THE SAID ADJUSTMENTS AS SET FORTH HEREIN; AND SETTING FORTH DETAILS IN REGARD THERETO. WHEREAS, contingencies have arisen during the fiscal year 2016 which could not have been reasonably foreseen or anticipated by the Town Council at the time it enacted Ordinance No. 15, Series of 2015, adopting the 2016 Budget and Financial Plan for the Town of Vail, Colorado; and, WHEREAS, the Town Manager has certified to the Town Council that sufficient funds are available to discharge the appropriations referred to herein, not otherwise reflected in the Budget, in accordance with Section 9.10(a) of the Charter of the Town of Vail; and, WHEREAS, in order to accomplish the foregoing, the Town Council finds that it should make certain budget adjustments as set forth herein. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO that: Pursuant to Section 9.10(a) of the Charter of the Town of Vail, Colorado, the Town Council hereby makes the following budget adjustments for the 2016 Budget and Financial Plan for the Town of Vail, Colorado, and authorizes the following budget adjustments: General Fund $ 59,277 Capital Projects Fund 2,305,447 Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund 6,000 Dispatch Services Fund 9,085 Vail Marketing Fund 2,300 Timber Ridge Enterprise Fund 49,000 Total $ 2,431,109 2. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would have passed this ordinance, and each Ordinance No. 15, Series of 2016 July 5, 2016 - Page 52 of 68 part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more parts, sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid. 3. The Town Council hereby finds, determines, and declares that this ordinance is necessary and proper for the health, safety, and welfare of the Town of Vail and the inhabitants thereof. 4. The repeal or the repeal and reenactment of any provision of the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail as provided in this ordinance shall not affect any right which has accrued, any duty imposed, any violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution commenced, nor any other action or proceedings as commenced under or by virtue of the provision repealed or repealed and reenacted. The repeal of any provision hereby shall not revive any provision or any ordinance previously repealed or superseded unless expressly stated herein. 5. All bylaws, orders, resolutions, and ordinances, or parts thereof, inconsistent herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer shall not be construed to revise any bylaw, order, resolution, or ordinance, or part thereof, theretofore repealed. INTRODUCED, READ, APPROVED, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this 5th day of July, 2016, and a public hearing shall be held on this Ordinance on the 19th day of July, 2016, at the regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado, in the Municipal Building of the town. Dave Chapin, Mayor ATTEST: Patty McKenny, Town Clerk Ordinance No. 15, Series of 2016 July 5, 2016 - Page 53 of 68 TOWN OF VAIP VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO ITEM/TOPIC: Ordinance No. 9, Series of 2016, Second Reading, An Ordinance Amending Chapter 4 of Title 7 of the Vail Town Code to Regulate Electric Assisted Bicycles and Allow Electric Assisted Bicycles on Bicycle and Pedestrian Paths in Town PRESENTER(S): Gregg Barrie, Senior Landscape Architect and Matt Mire, Town Attorney ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with amendments or deny Ordinance No. 9, Series of 2016 on second reading. BACKGROUND: The Town of Vail desires to promote the use of electric assisted bicycles as an alternate mode of transportation and to encourage more people to complete trips by environmentally -friendly modes of transportation. Currently, the Vail Town Code does not permit electric assisted bicycles to be operated on bicycle and pedestrian paths. This ordinance will ensure the use of electric assisted bicycles as an alternate mode of transportation is safe, prudent and in the best interest of all users. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve, approve with amendments or deny Ordinance No. 9, Series of 2016 on second reading. ATTACHMENTS: Description Ordinance No. 9, Series 2016 July 5, 2016 - Page 54 of 68 ORDINANCE NO. 9 SERIES 2016 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 4 OF TITLE 7 OF THE VAIL TOWN CODE TO REGULATE ELECTRIC ASSISTED BICYCLES AND ALLOW ELECTRIC ASSISTED BICYCLES ON BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN PATHS IN THE TOWN WHEREAS, the Town encourages alternative transportation modes that are environmentally friendly and that reduce society's dependence on fossil fuels; WHEREAS, the Town desires to promote the use of electric assisted bicycles as an alternate mode of transportation and to encourage more people to complete trips by environmentally -friendly modes of transportation; WHEREAS, currently, the Vail Town Code does not permit electric assisted bicycles to be operated on bicycle and pedestrian paths; and WHEREAS, the Town Council desires to safely integrate electric assisted bicycles into the Town's bicycle and pedestrian path system and to ensure that the use of electric assisted bicycles as an alternate mode of transportation contemplated by this ordinance is safe, prudent, and in the best interest of all users. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO THAT: Section 1. Section 7-4-1 of the Vail Town Code is hereby amended to include the following new definition: ELECTRIC ASSISTED BICYCLE: A vehicle having two tandem wheels or two parallel wheels and one forward wheel, fully operable pedals, an electric motor not exceeding five hundred (500) watts of power rating, and a top motor -powered speed of twenty (20) miles per hour. Section 2. The definition of "motor vehicle" contained in Section 7-4-1 of the Vail Town Code is hereby amended to read as follows: MOTOR VEHICLE: Any self-propelled vehicle, other than an electric assisted bicycle or electronic personal assistive mobility device (EPAMD), which is designed primarily for travel on the public streets and highways and which is generally and commonly used to transport persons and property over the public streets and highways. Section 3. Section 7-4-5 of the Vail Town Code is hereby renumbered as Section 7-4-6. Section 4. Former Section 7-4-5 of the Vail Town Code is hereby replaced with the following: 1 6/30/2016 C: IUSERSI TNA GEL. VAILGOV. 0231APPDATAIL OCAL IMICROSOFTIWINDOWSIINETCACHEI CONTENT. 0UTL00KWZNDL7MT1 E -BIKES -0062816 (2).DOC July 5, 2016 - Page 55 of 68 7-4-5: ELECTRIC ASSISTED BICYCLES: A. Model Traffic Code: 1. Except as otherwise provided in this Section, the operation of electric assisted bicycles in the Town shall be exempt from the Model Traffic Code adopted by the Town as well as such other Town ordinances that regulate motorized vehicles in the Town. 2. For purposes of operation, parking, and equipment, electric assisted bicycles shall be considered bicycles and shall be subject to the provisions and regulations concerning bicycles contained in the Model Traffic Code adopted by the Town. B. Bicycle and Pedestrian Paths: A person may operate an electric assisted bicycle, with the motor activated, on any bicycle and pedestrian path in the Town, other than a bicycle and pedestrian path in any of the prohibited areas set forth below. C. Prohibited Areas: It is unlawful for a person to operate an electric assisted bicycle with the motor activated in or on the following: 1. Vail Nature Center; 2. Betty Ford Alpine Garden; 3. Village Streamwalk; 4. Children's playgrounds; 5. Turf areas; 6. Natural/unimproved areas; or 7. Sidewalks that are not part of a designated bicycle and pedestrian path. D. Minimum Age: An electric assisted bicycle shall only be operated by persons sixteen (16) years of age or older. E. Exception: The provisions of this Section limiting the use of electric assisted bicycles shall not apply to a person with a mobility impairment caused by physical disability that uses the device to enhance that person's mobility. F. Equipment: All electric assisted bicycles operated in the Town shall be equipped with audible warning devices. 2 6/30/2016 C: I USERSI TNAGEL. VAIL GOV. 0231 APPDATAI LOCAL I MI CROSOFTI WINDOWSIINETCACHEI CONTENT OUTLOOKI NZNDL 7MT1 E -BIKES -0062816 (2).DOC July 5, 2016 - Page 56 of 68 G. Rules: To allow for safe integration of electric assisted bicycles on bicycle and pedestrian paths, the Town Manager may prescribe, adopt, promulgate and enforce reasonable rules that restrict or otherwise limit the time, place or manner of operation or use of electric assisted bicycles; Section 5. Not later than 180 days after the effective date of this ordinance, Town staff shall provide a report to the Town Council that evaluates whether use of electric assisted bicycles on pedestrian paths is safe, prudent, and in the best interest of all users of the Town's bicycle and pedestrian path system, so that the Town Council may determine whether this ordinance should be repealed. Section 6. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance for any reason is held to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares that it would have passed this ordinance, and each part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, regardless of any one or more parts, sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases declared invalid. Section 7. The Town Council hereby finds, determines, and declares that this ordinance is necessary and proper for the health, safety, and welfare of the Town and the inhabitants thereof. Section 8. The amendment of any provision of the Town Code as provided in this ordinance shall not affect any right which has accrued, any duty imposed, any violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution commenced, nor any other action or proceeding as commenced under or by virtue of the provision amended. The amendment of any provision hereby shall not revive any provision or any ordinance previously repealed or superseded unless expressly stated herein. Section 9. All bylaws, orders, resolutions and ordinances, or parts thereof, inconsistent herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer shall not be construed to revise any bylaw, order, resolution or ordinance, or part thereof, theretofore repealed. INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this 7t" day of June, 2016 and a public hearing for second reading of this Ordinance is set for the 5t" day of July, 2016, in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail, Colorado. Dave Chapin, Mayor ATTEST: Patty McKenny, Town Clerk 3 6/30/2016 C: IUSERSI TNA GEL. VAILGOV. 0231APPDATAIL OCAL IMICROSOFTIWINDOWSIINETCACHEI CONTENT. 0UTL00KWZNDL7MT1 E -BIKES -0062816 (2).DOC July 5, 2016 - Page 57 of 68 READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED this 5t" day of July, 2016. Dave Chapin, Mayor ATTEST: Patty McKenny, Town Clerk 4 6/30/2016 C: I USERSI TNAGEL. VAIL GOV. 0231 APPDATAI LOCAL I MI CROSOFTI WINDOWSIINETCACHEI CONTENT OUTLOOKI NZNDL 7MT1 E -BIKES -0062816 (2).DOC July 5, 2016 - Page 58 of 68 Tammy Nagel From: Jonathan Staufer <jonathan@vailwine.com> Sent: Tuesday, July 5, 2016 5:34 PM To: Council Dist List Subject: ebikes Good evening - I know that allowing electric bikes on Vail's recreational paths is on the agenda this evening. Unfortunately, I won't be able to make the meeting, but wanted to voice my support of the proposition. We need to view every bike, or ebike, as one less car on the road. They are helping keep our air clean and our reducing strain on our parking infrastructure. As you've heard me say before, Vail doesn't have a parking problem, we have a car problem and the more we can encourage the use of public and alternative transportation, the better. From a personal standpoint, a rather out of shape friend of mine recently purchased an ebike. While he would never have taken on riding three miles uphill to work with an ordinary bike, he is happily making the trek on his ebike ever day now and getting in shape as well, relying less and less on the electric component. Recently, another friend lent me her ebike. It was such a fantastic experience that it led me to recall that Wendi and I had purchased conversion kits a few years ago. I installed mine a few days ago and I can't stop thinking about how to arrange my errands in an ebike friendly fashion! Please find a link to a New York Times article that discusses the explosive growth of ebikes in China and Europe. Once again, Vail finds itself on the cutting edge of community -building and I am happy that we will help lead the way for American communities with ebikes. Thank you as ever for your hard work and considered deliberation! Best regards, Jonathan Staufer Jonathan Staufer Grappa Fine Wines & Spirits Since 1977, Vail's Bottle Shop 100 E. Meadow Dr., #32 Vail, Colorado 81657 Main: 970.479.9463 Office: 970.476.0108 Fax: 970.476.5461 Tammy Nagel From: Marilyn Everett <meverettrdh@gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, July 5, 2016 4:40 PM To: Council Dist List Subject: E Bikes Dear Council Members, As a long time Vail resident, I am encouraging you to not allow electric assisted bicycles on the bicycle and pedestrian paths in the town of Vail. I feel 20 mph is too fast when our paths are being used by visitors pushing strollers or walking with young children. It is sometimes difficult enough when walking with normal bicycles and dealing with other various modes of transportation. Please keep our recreational paths safer for all. Mrs. Marilyn Everett Tammy Nagel From: Cynthia Senko <cynsenko@gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2016 10:58 AM To: Council Dist List Subject: E bike pilot I am against this proposal We have enough congestion on the trails Secondly. I would love to see signs at the trails asking people to stop on side of trail etc. Safety guides such as we have during ski season informing walkers and bikers to be aware Thirdly at intersections along frontage road where cars are turning. Signs ahead for them to be reminded to Look Both Ways for bikes and walkers This is Vail. We need to do a betterjob! Thankyou Cynthia Senko Sent from my iPhone Tammy Nagel From: Mike Floyd <cedarcanvas@gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2016 10:53 AM To: Council Dist List Subject: Comments regarding Ordinance No. 9 Vail Town Council, I am writing to comment in opposition of the proposed ordinance for the pilot program allowing e -bikes on some sections of town paths. I am a lifelong Vail resident and have been an avid cyclist for 25 years. My family and I use town paths and roads from my home in West Vail for both transportation and recreation. Over the past few years, congestion on paths, particularly the Gore Valley Trail, has become noticeable and represents a hazard to all users. Even when everyone is following the rules and being courteous to others, the sheer volume of people is problematic and the path is overwhelmed by users. Simply put, the paths are not designed for the existing volume of use, and are hazardous in places. Hazardous sections of note which would be open to e -bikes under the proposal are: -the Gore Valley Trail between Westhaven Drive and W. Forest Road. Even with the Cascade hotel closed temporarily for renovation, and removal of blistered pavement near the water treatment plant, the path is narrow, with blind turns, and users can't hear others because of Gore Creek. -the Gore Valley Trail between Westhaven Drive and Matterhorn Circle. Tight turns behind Donovan park are problematic. The intersection by the tennis courts is dangerous. People access the path from numerous points behind Donovan Park, and emerge onto the path unexpectedly. The noise of Gore Creek compounds the problems. -the Gore Valley Trail between the East Vail Interchange and Sunburst Circle is congested with guests on unfamiliar equipment. The path has several tight turns and steep grades. The recreation path changes considerably in character from Vail Pass to town, and this catches people off -guard. In summary, introducing another mode of use on town recreation paths is a bad idea, especially one where the speed of users is unexpectedly fast. I strongly oppose the use of any bikes other than those powered solely by human power on our paths. Recognizing that e -bikes are an alternative mode of transportation is appropriate, but placing them on already -congested paths is not a good solution and does not provide a good experience for guests or residents. Instead, the town should use this upcoming trend as an opportunity to better delineate bike lanes and routes on existing roads. The speeds that e -bikes can achieve would be better suited to use on roads, where opposing traffic is not as much of a hazard as it is on narrow paths. Additionally, the current proposal calls for regulating e -bikes to ages 16+. This is not enforceable, and in my experience as a frequent user of the town rec path, there are already e -bikes using the paths even though they are prohibited, and many of the operators are definitely under 16. I am not sure if the rental agencies stipulate a 16 year old age requirement, but if they do, it is frequently disregarded. The town of Vail should make better use of existing roads and add new routes to improve the cycling infrastructure through town. This will alleviate user conflicts on paths while adding value to both e -bikers and other cyclists who seek a variety of experiences depending on their interests. I hope that the introduction of this ordinance will draw attention to the tenuous state of our town's paths and trails, where use is rapidly outpacing improvement. Sincerely, Mike Floyd 2489 Chamonix Lane #I-1 Vail, CO 81657 Tammy Nagel From: Lindsey Nelson <lindseyallannelson@gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2016 8:16 AM To: Council Dist List Subject: ebikes in Vail Attachments: ebike_questions_rmar.pdf, RMAR_Vail_Village.pdf Vail Town Council, My name is Lindsey Nelson and I am a physician at Vail Valley Medical Center and one of the owners of Rocky Mountain Adventure Rentals, LLC. I read with great interest the posted article conveying your consideration for allowing electric bikes on the pedestrian and bike paths. It is only recently that I became aware of the restrictions of these bikes from these pathways after I purchased some of these for myself and our rental company. As a member of the medical community, I see a significant amount of issues arise in Vail related to folks that are not able to compensate to the altitude from a heart-lung standpoint. Personally, my biking is limited from the residual effects from sports -related injuries while my father's heart condition prevents him from longer stays here because bike riding is a major exercise in his cardiac rehab program. He is just unable to bike at this altitude. Therefore, I thought that these bikes could possibly facilitate improved exercise tolerance in similar groups of individuals. Additionally, those who recognize their limits, choose not to participate in normal family activities or are unable to fully explore the great options we take for granted here. As an outdoor adventure company, I saw renting the e -bikes as an opportunity to be able to facilitate participation of those who may need a "little help," whether the reason be from a cardiopulmonary, age, or arthritic cause. As I stated above, I purchased several of these bikes for our company and we were going to do our own study to determine the effectiveness of these bikes as an exercise aide. I completely agree with a designated trial -period and would love to share our data collection process and outcomes at the end of this trial period. In fact, I had already prepared a questionnaire looking at several metrics related to existing comorbidities (arthritis, heart disease, etc.), altitude acclimatization, and enjoyment to determine the effectiveness of these bikes here in the valley. Please see the attachment for our questionnaire. From a tourism standpoint, I think that, with the correct guidelines and control, allowing ebikes may actually draw folks to the area from others that don't allow their use (e.g. Pitkin county). Thanks for considering my thoughts and I look forward to the discourse at the meeting. Sincerely, Lindsey A. Nelson Tammy Nagel From: Michael Kurz <mkurz@kurzstrategic.com> Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2016 7:33 AM To: Council Dist List Subject: Ordinance Number 9 Good Morning All — I'm writing to express my strong opposition to the adoption of Ordinance No. 9, allowing a six-month test of electric bikes, specifically on the Vail Recreation path from Sunburst Drive to East Vail. I am a frequent user of the Rec Path and often observe congestion and stupidity issues that pose a hazard to normal bike traffic that would be exacerbated by the addition of electric bikes. 1. Current users in heavy traffic times, i.e., weekends between mid-June through mid-September, often exhibit behavior hazardous to road and mountain bike riders e.g., walking on the wrong side of the path, walking unleashed dogs, extending dog leash reels across the paths, allowing children (on bikes or on foot) to wobble across the path, etc. This is problematic because line of site is restricted on the main curves of the path so when even moderately speeding bikers encounter them they are startled and cause riders to make evasive maneuvers. 2. Traffic at peak times when large parties use the path is obstructed. 3. This will be hazardous to electric bike riders who will be "skitzy" on a new pieces of equipment and not be able to react safely to encountering issues raised in point 1., above. 4. Motorized vehicles will certainly interrupt the modicum of serenity there is on the path, especially when it is one of the few remaining peaceful experiences in town due to heavy congestion from events in the Village and overloaded hiking trails. 5. Vail should always seek to encourage healthy outdoor activities and enjoyment of our natural assets. We see large numbers of families riding and getting exercise. They don't look like they need motors to enjoy themselves. 6. We already have Town and CDOT authorized bike routes that don't conflict with the multiple users of the path. 7. Previous leaders saw reason to ban this activity. I think they had good reasons to do so. Just sayin'. Michael Kurz Resident Tammy Nagel From: Gwen Scalpello <gscalpello@attglobal.net> Sent: Saturday, June 4, 2016 10:00 PM To: Council Dist List Subject: E -Bikes Dear Town Council Members, I know there is a lot of pressure to allow e -bikes on the bike paths and anticipate that many of our guests will likely use them to try to get up Vail Pass. However, in allowing them on the bike paths, the following should be considered: 1 - Bike paths need speed limits. Most bike paths limit speeds to 15 mph and have posted speed limit, "share the path" and "yield to pedestrians" signs because they are shared with pedestrians fast -walking, slow -walking, pushing baby carriages, walking dogs on or off leash. As part of this ordinance, the Town should erect these signs. 2 - Electric bikes are typically limited to 20 mph as defined in the ordinance, but a new E -Go Bike has speeds up to 28 mph and German manufacturers produce bikes that go faster than that. The technology is quickly evolving as the popularity of the bikes increases and will quickly exceed the limits of the ordinance. I would prefer to see the definition of e -bike at 500 watts rather than 750 watts for the trial to ensure the anticipated speed caps are met. 3 - Most of the "high performance" bike riders heading for Vail Pass prefer the bike lanes on the Frontage Road for its traffic predictability as compared with the bike paths. E -bikes cruising along at speeds of 20 - 28 mph or more should be there also for safety reasons. 4 - Not all e -bikes are road bikes. There is an increasing population of mountain bike models as well which can change the usage dynamics on the off-road trails. While this ordinance prohibits e -bike use on "natural / unimproved areas," an argument could be made that the soft trail system is, indeed, "improved" specifically for biking use. I think "off-road soft trails" should be added to the restricted areas. I am very glad to see the restricted areas in the ordinance and hope adequate signage will be posted. As these bikes become more popular, we can be sure guests will bring their own. We will not be able to rely on education at the point of rental. Gwen Scalpello TOWN OF VAIP VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO ITEM/TOPIC: Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2016, Second Reading, An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2015, Adopting by Reference the 2015 Edition of the International Plumbing Code. PRESENTER(S): George Ruther, Director of Community Development ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with modifications or deny Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2016. BACKGROUND: The Vail Town Council adopted Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2015 in October of 2015. In doing so, the building codes of the Town of Vail were updated to the most recent version of the codes at that time. Since that time, the State of Colorado has adopted the 2015 Edition of International Plumbing Code, more commonly referred to as the "Colorado Plumbing Code". The purpose of this ordinance is to ensure the Town of Vail is up to date on the adoption of the most recent building codes. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Community Development Department recommends the Vail Town Council adopts Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2016, as read. ATTACHMENTS: Description Staff Memorandum Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2016 July 5, 2016 - Page 59 of 68 Memorandum To: Vail Town Council From: George Ruther, Director of Community Development Date: July 5, 2016 Subject: Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2016 — Adoption of the 2015 Edition of the International Plumbing Code. Purpose of the Public Hearing The purpose of this public hearing is to present Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2016, an Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2015, adopting by reference the 2015 Edition of the International Plumbing Code, and setting forth details in regard thereto. No local amendments to the International Plumbing Code are proposed. The adoption of Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2016 helps the Vail Town Council achieves it adopted goal of "growing a thriving and balanced community'. Background In October of 2015, the Vail Town Council adopted Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2015. The purpose of the ordinance was to update the Town's building code by adopting the most recent versions of the codes published at the time. At that time, the most recent published version of the International Plumbing Code was the 2102 Edition. Since that time, however, the International Code Council has published the 2015 Edition of the International Plumbing Code. The newly published edition of the International Plumbing Code has been adopted by the State of Colorado. This is more commonly referred to as the "Colorado Plumbing Code". Plumbing contractors and similar plumbing -related professionals are licensed by the State of Colorado. As an obligation of their licensure, plumbing contractors are required to complete their work in compliance with the Colorado Plumbing Code. III. Examples of Changes The International Code Council (ICC) is responsible for the formulation of the International Codes (i.e., plumbing code, building code, mechanical code, fuel gas code, etc.). Upon publishing updated editions of the respective codes, ICC also publishes a reference document entitled, "Significant Changes to the International Plumbing Code". The purpose of this document is to highlight the additions, modifications and clarifications to the code requirements. July 5, 2016 - Page 60 of 68 In the case of the 2015 Edition of the International Plumbing Code, no significant changes exist, and therefore, no local amendments are being proposed. Examples of changes include: • Floor drains are now considered waste receptors. • Water coolers or water dispensers are now substitutable for a drinking fountain. • Fat, Oil, and Grease Disposal Systems are now an additional form of grease interceptor that can be used. • Required Public Toilet Facilities are no longer required for small businesses where quick transactions, such as take out, pick up and drop off occurs. In summary, the majority of the changes and modifications broaden or further expand the means and methods whereby a plumbing contractor can comply with the requirements of the code and makes the use of newly developed technology and plumbing materials permissible. III. Action Requested The Vail Town Council shall approve, approve with modifications, or deny Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2106 on second reading. IV. Staff Recommendation The Community Development Department recommends the Vail Town Council approves Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2016 as read. 2 July 5, 2016 - Page 61 of 68 ORDINANCE NO. 12 SERIES OF 2016 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 14, SERIES OF 2015, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2015 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE AND SETTING FORTH DETAILS IN REGARD THERETO. WHEREAS, the 2015 Edition of the International Plumbing Code as adopted by the State of Colorado and more commonly referred to as the "Colorado Plumbing Code" has been published; and WHEREAS, the Vail Town Council finds that the adoption of the Colorado Plumbing Code in this ordinance will promote the health, safety, and general welfare of the Town and promote the coordinated and harmonious development of the Town in a manner that conserves and enhances its natural environment and its established character as a resort and residential community of the highest quality. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO, THAT: Section 1. Chapter 1 of Title 10 of the Vail Town Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 10-1-1: CODES ADOPTED BY REFERENCE: E. Plumbing Code: The International Plumbing Code, 2-012 2015 Edition, published by the International Code Council, 4051 West Flossmoor Road, Country Club Hills, 11 60478-5795. 10-1-6: AMENDMENTS TO INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE: The Town hereby adopts by reference all amendments to the International Plumbing Code, 2-012 2015 Edition, adopted by the State of Colorado and referred to as the "Colorado Plumbing Code." Section 2. The Code adopted by this Ordinance shall be effective for all Building Permit Applications received by the Town's Community Development Department, Building Safety and Inspection Services on or after July 6, 2016. 1 July 5, 2016 - Page 62 of 68 INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this 21St day of June, 2016 and a public hearing and second reading of this Ordinance set for the 5t" day of July, 2016, at 6:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail, Colorado. Dave Chapin, Mayor ATTEST: Patty McKenny, Town Clerk INTRODUCED, READ, ADOPTED AND ENACTED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED IN FULL this 5th day of July, 2016. ATTEST: Patty McKenny, Town Clerk 2 Dave Chapin, Mayor July 5, 2016 - Page 63 of 68 TOWN OF VAIP VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO ITEM/TOPIC: Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2016, An Ordinance Authorizing the Sale of Real Property Along Snowberry Drive, in Exchange for the Purchase of Real Property Along Snowberry Drive PRESENTER(S): Tom Kassmel, Town Engineer ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with amendments or deny Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2016 on second reading. BACKGROUND: Request for a land swap of private property and town right of way, exchanging excess right of way for private property which has Snowberry Drive encroaching within it. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2016 on second reading. ATTACHMENTS: Description Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2016 July 5, 2016 - Page 64 of 68 ORDINANCE NO. 14 SERIES 2016 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY ALONG SNOWBERRY DRIVE, IN EXCHANGE FOR THE PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY ALONG SNOWBERRY DRIVE WHEREAS, the Town has discovered that a portion of Snowberry Drive encroaches onto private property; WHEREAS, to correct this issue, the Town and Gary P. and Jeane M. Manchester, the owners of Lot 16, Block 9, Vail Intermountain Subdivision, have agreed to a land exchange, subject to approval of the Town Council; WHEREAS, Section 4.8 of the Vail Town Charter requires that the Town Council authorize the sale of real property by ordinance; WHEREAS, the Town Council finds and determines that the sale of a portion of the real property shown as Tract C on Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference to Gary P. and Jeane M. Manchester, in exchange for the purchase of the real property shown as Tracts A and B in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference, is in the best interest of the public health, safety and welfare; and WHEREAS, based on information received from Town staff, the Town Council finds and determines that the fair market value of Tract C is roughly equivalent to the fair market value of Tracts A and B, and therefore, an even exchange is appropriate. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO, THAT: Section 1. Pursuant to Section 4.8 of the Vail Town Charter, the Town Council hereby authorizes the sale of Tract C to Gary P. and Jeane M. Manchester, in exchange for the purchase by the Town of Tracts A and B, pursuant to the terms of a purchase and sale agreement between the parties in a form approved by the Town Attorney. No consideration other than the exchange of the two parcels of real property shall be necessary. Section 2. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not effect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would have passed this ordinance, and each part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more parts, sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid. Section 3. The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this ordinance is necessary and proper for the health, safety and welfare of the Town of Vail and the inhabitants thereof. Ordinance No. 14. Series of 2016 July 5, 2016 - Page 65 of 68 Section 4. All bylaws, orders, resolutions and ordinances, or parts thereof, inconsistent herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer shall not be construed to revise any bylaw, order, resolution or ordinance, or part thereof, theretofore repealed. INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this 21St day of June, 2016 and a public hearing for second reading of this Ordinance set for the 5t" day of July, 2016, in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail, Colorado. David Chapin, Mayor ATTEST: Patty McKenny, Town Clerk READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED this 5t" day of July, 2016. David Chapin, Mayor ATTEST: Patty McKenny, Town Clerk Ordinance No. 14. Series of 2016 July 5, 2016 - Page 66 of 68 EDGE OF R.O.W. O �o L I EXISTING EDGE OF ASPHALT 0 TRACT B LOT 16 NO2°23'05"W 15.00' EDGE OF R.O.W. \XISTING EDGE OF ASPHALT - G (50' RIGHT—OF—WAY) N 87°37' 10"E 124.00' N87°36'55"E INDICATES HIGH DEBRIS FLOW OFFICIAL DEBRIS FLOW HAZARD MAP TOWN OF VAIL, ADOPTED OCTOBER 17, 2000 ;pO O- O EXISTING EDGE OF ASPHALT OVERLAP INTO TRACT A FOUND No. 5 REBAR WITH RED PLASTIC CAP L.S. No. 26626 \TRACT A LOT 16 588.884 sq.ft. TRACT C TOWN OF VAIL BUILDING SETBACK N 87°36' 55"E — 382.00 S07°12'29"E 20.40' July 5, 2016 - Page 67 of 68 EXISTING EDGE OF ASPHALT LOT ' 1.1454 ACRES ADDRESS: 2734 SNOWBERRY DRIVE LO T 16 0.712 ACRES ADDRESS: 2794 SNOWBERRY DRIVE EXHIBIT DESCRIPTION LOT 16, BLOCK 9. VAIL INTERMOUNTAIN SUBDIVISION 002794 SNOWBERRY DRIVE, VAIL, CO, 81657 DATE: 05/30/16 I PLC JOB#: 1602.1 I SHEET 1 of 1 FOUND No. 4 REBAR +WITH ALUMINUM CAP L.S. No. 5933 i' VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO ITEM/TOPIC: Adjournment 7:20 p.m. TOWN OF VAR' July 5, 2016 - Page 68 of 68