HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-06-19 Agenda and Supporting Documentation Town Council Afternoon and Evening AgendaVAIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Agenda
Town Council Chambers
10:00 AM, June 19, 2018
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Notes:
Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine what time Council will
consider an item.
Public comment on any agenda item may be solicited by the Town Council.
1. Site Visits
1.1. Site Tour of Town -Owned Facilities used by Vail Recreation District 210 min.
• Van will depart from Vail Municipal Building at 10:00 a.m. and return
at 1:00 p.m.
• Lunch will be served from 1:00 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. at the Municipal
Building
Presenter(s): Mike Ortiz, Vail Recreation District
Background: Mike Ortiz, Executive Director, and Members of the Vail
Recreation District have invited Town Council to tour town owned facilities
used by VRD for recreational programming. There will be visits to the
following facilities, Imagination Station, Dobson Ice Arena, Vail Gymnastics
Center, Vail Tennis Center, Vail Athletic Fields, and Vail Golf and Nordic
Clubhouse. The tour will provide an opportunity for VRD to show the
facilities and review the operations at each one.
2. DRB / PEC Update
2.1. DRB / PEC Update
Presenter(s): Chris Neubecker, Planning Manager
3. Presentations / Discussion
5 min.
3.1. 2017 Financial Audited Financial Statements for the Town of Vail 15 min.
Presenter(s): Kathleen Halloran, Finance Director and Michael Jenkins,
McMahan and Associates
Action Requested of Council: The 2017 audited financial statements are
presented for Council information; no action requested
Background: In accordance with section 9.11 of the Vail Town Charter, an
independent audit shall be made of all town accounts at least annually. The
audit shall be conducted by certified public accountants and made available
for public inspection at the municipal building. The 2017 audit was
conducted by McManhan and Associates, LLC.
3.2. 2018 Open Lands Plan Update - Timeline and Review Process
Presenter(s): Chris Neubecker, Planning Manager
Action Requested of Council: At the June 5, 2018 meeting, Council
directed staff to facilitate a review process for the 2018 Lands Plan
15 min.
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Update that will ensure a comprehensive and thorough review of the
plan update as a precursor to Council taking action on the plan. We ask that
the Town Council review the proposed timeline and review process and
provide feedback to Staff to confirm our understanding of the public hearing
process and plan review timeline.
Background: The review of the 2018 Open Lands Plan Update will require
multiple meetings. In order to ensure a thorough review of the different
aspects of the Plan, Staff recommends breaking the review into manageable
segments.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends the Town Council review the
proposed timeline and review process and provide feedback on any
changes that may be required.
3.3. Commercial Ski Storage Review
Presenter(s): Jonathan Spence, Senior Planner
Background: The purpose of this discussion is to update the Vail Town
Council regarding the Town's policy concerning the regulation of
commercial ski storage, ski valet and ski concierge services. The desired
outcome of this discussion is for the Town Council to recommend that the
proposed amendments be reviewed by the Planning and Environmental
Commission for a recommendation prior to returning to the Town Council in
the form of an ordinance.
15 min.
3.4. Vail America Days Update. 15 min.
Presenter(s): Mia Vlaar, Economic Devolopment Director, Mark Novak,
Fire Chief
Action Requested of Council: Informational only.
Background: Review Vail America Days planning with highlights about
Council participation, sustainability efforts, Vail Health access, status and
options for fireworks, and viewing route.
3.5. Update and Discussion on Community Bike Share
Presenter(s): Mark Hoblitzell, Environmental Sustainability Coordinator
Action Requested of Council: Does the Vail Town Council support the
Climate Action Collaborative recommendation on bike share and use of staff
time to develop a countywide bike share program?
Background: The Vail Town Council initially discussed bike share in a work
session in August of 2016. Since that presentation, bike share has seen
rapid growth, particularly with electric assist bikes, electric scooters, and
dockless systems that can be launched at little to no cost to the community.
Bike share programs exist in many resort communities such as Aspen,
Avon, Jackson, Park City, and Sun Valley.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Vail Town Council
support the CAC recommendation on bike share and direct staff to continue
working with regional partners on the development of a countywide system.
Staff will return with further discussions on system design, implementation,
and budget.
3.6. Bravo! Vail Update
Presenter(s): Jason Denhart, VP of Development, Bravo! Vail
Action Requested of Council: Informational only.
Background: Preview upcoming 2018 Bravo! Vail season and 2019 new
programming.
15 min.
15 min.
3.7. Presentation of 2018 Community Survey Results 60 min.
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Presenter(s): Suzanne, Silverthorn, Communications Director, Chris
Cares, RRC
Action Requested of Council: Review the top-level results of the Community
Survey as presented, ask questions and determine if other discussions are
of interest as additional follow up.
Background: The Town of Vail Community Survey is a key measurement
used by the Town Council and staff to probe public policy issues and solicit
feedback on other topics of community interest. It is also used to measure
the town's operational performance. Conducted every other year, the 2018
survey was fielded in late -March with responses collected through April 30.
4. Information Update
4.1. VLHA Meeting Results 5 min.
4.2. DRAFT meeting minutes from the CSE meeting on June 6, 2018
4.3. VEAC meeting minutes from June 12, 2018
5. Matters from Mayor, Council and Committee Reports
5.1. Matters from the Mayor, Council and Committee Reports
Presenter(s): Dave Chapin, Mayor
6. Executive Session
30 min.
6.1. Executive Session pursuant to C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b)(e) — to receive legal 30 min.
advice on specific legal questions and to develop a strategy and instruct
negotiators, regarding Solar Vail work force housing project, litigation
update, and other legal matters.
Presenter(s): Matt Mire, Town Attorney
7. Break
7.1. Break (estimated at 5:00 p.m.) 15 min.
8. Consent Agenda
8.1. Resolution No. 24 Series 2018 Amending the Town of Vail Employee
Housing Guidelines to Facilitate the Incorporation of Amendments made to
the Resale Housing Lottery Process
9. Action Item
9.1. Resolution No. 25., Series of 2018 - A resolution approving the second
amendment to the Development Agreement between the Town of Vail, The
Vail Local Housing Authority and Sonnenalp Properties, Inc.; and setting
forth details in regard thereto.
Presenter(s): George Ruther, Housing Director
Action Requested of Council: Approve, approve with modifications, or deny
Resolution No. 25, Series of 2018
5 min.
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Background: The Town of Vail, Vail Local Housing Authority and Sonnenalp
Properties, Inc. have entered into a development agreement to facilitate the
construction of 65 new deed -restricted apartments in the Town of Vail. The
parties wish to amend said agreement a second time to acknowledge an
increase in the total number of "restricted units" in the development.
Staff Recommendation: The Town of Vail Housing Department recommends
the Vail Town Council approves Resolution No. 25, Series of 2018, as read.
9.2. First Reading of Ordinance No. 11, Series 2018, An Ordinance Making
Adjustments to the Town of Vail General Fund, Capital Projects Fund,
Housing Fund, and Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
Presenter(s): Kathleen Halloran, Director of Finance and Carlie Smith,
Budget Analyst
Action Requested of Council: Approve or approve with amendments
Ordinance No. 11, Series 2018
Background: Please see attached memo.
Staff Recommendation: Approve or approve with amendments Ordinance
No. 11, Series 2018
10. Public Hearing
10.1. Ordinance No. 8, Series of 2018, Second Reading, An Ordinance
Amending Title 12 of the Vail Town Code by the Addition of a New Chapter
27 of Title 12, Concerning Wireless Service Facilities.
Presenter(s): Justin Lightfield, Planner
Action Requested of Council: Approve, approve with amendments or deny
Ordinance No. 8, Series of 2018 upon second reading.
Background: The purpose of the Wireless Service Facilities Ordinance is
to align the Vail Town Code with state and federal requirements. These
regulations will continue to allow the location of wireless service facilities in
the Town while protecting the public health, safety, and general welfare of
the community. These regulations will also require the Town to continue to
act on applications for the location of wireless service facilities within a
reasonable time, will continue to encourage co -location of wireless service
facilities, and will continue to prevent unreasonable discrimination among
providers of functionally equivalent services. The Town of Vail Community
Development Department worked with Town Attorney to develop a
comprehensive ordinance in conjunction with the most recent state and
federal regulations.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Vail Town Council table
this item to the meeting of July 3, 2018.
11. Town Manager Report
11.1. Town Manager Report
Presenter(s): Greg Clifton, Town Manager
30 min.
5 min.
12. Citizen Participation
12.1. Citizen Participation 10 min.
13. Adjournment
13.1. Adjournment at 6:10 p.m.
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC:
Site Tour of Town -Owned Facilities used by Vail Recreation District
• Van will depart from Vail Municipal Building at 10:00 a.m. and return at 1:00 p.m.
• Lunch will be served from 1:00 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building
PRESENTER(S): Mike Ortiz, Vail Recreation District
BACKGROUND: Mike Ortiz, Executive Director, and Members of the Vail Recreation District
have invited Town Council to tour town owned facilities used by VRD for recreational
programming. There will be visits to the following facilities, Imagination Station, Dobson Ice Arena,
Vail Gymnastics Center, Vail Tennis Center, Vail Athletic Fields, and Vail Golf and Nordic
Clubhouse. The tour will provide an opportunity for VRD to show the facilities and review the
operations at each one.
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: DRB / PEC Update
PRESENTER(S): Chris Neubecker, Planning Manager
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
June 6, 2018 DRB Meeting Results
June 11, 2018 PEC Meeting Results
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DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
June 6, 2018, 3:00 PM
Town Council Chambers
75 S. Frontage Road - Vail, Colorado, 81657
1. Call to Order
1.1. Present: Peter Cope, Bill Pierce, Doug Cahill, David Campbell
Absent: John Rediker
2. Project Orientation
2.1. 1:30 PM
3. Site Visits
3.1. 5128 Grouse Lane - Jeranko Residence
3.2. 742 Sandy Lane - Nugent Residence
3.3. 1170 Westhaven Lane - Torras Residence
3.4. 327 Rockledge Road - Mitchell Residence
4. Main Agenda
4.1. DRB18-0184 - Mitchell Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (siding)
Address/Legal Description: 327 Rockledge Road Unit W/Lot B, Rockledge
Subdivision
Applicant: Dean Mitchell 2012 Irrevocable Gift Trust
Planner: Justin Lightfield
1. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall revise the
elevations to show that metal siding will be continued up to the eave
line, and be utilized on the face of the garage and chimney.
Doug Cahill moved to approve with conditions. Peter Cope seconded the
motion and it passed (4-0).
Absent(1) Rediker
4.2. DRB18-0185 - Jeranko Residence
Final review of new construction
Address/Legal Description: 5128 Grouse Lane/Lot 8, Block 1, Gore Creek
Subdivision
Applicant: Stanley & Karen Jeranko, represented by Martin Manley
Architects
Planner: Justin Lightfield
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Doug Cahill moved to table to June 20, 2018. Peter Cope seconded the
motion and it passed (4-0).
Absent(1) Rediker
4.3. DRB18-0177 - Creekside Commercial Building LLC
Final review of a sign
Address/Legal Description: 223 Gore Creek Drive Units A & E/Lot A, Block
5B, Vail Village Filing 1
Applicant: Creekside Commercial Building LLC, represented by Ross
Raitman
Planner: Jonathan Spence
1. The applicant shall ensure that the sign consist of individual aluminum
letters mounted to the canvas awning, as approved by the DRB.
David Campbell moved to approve with conditions. Peter Cope seconded the
motion and it passed (4-0).
Absent(1) Rediker
4.4. DRB18-0189 - Nugent Residence
Final review of an addition
Address/Legal Description: 742 Sandy Lane/Lot 3, Vail Potato Patch Filing 2
Applicant: Dale & Elizabeth Nugent, represented by Martin Manley Architects
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Doug Cahill moved to table to June 20, 2018. David Campbell seconded the
motion and it passed (4-0).
Absent(1) Rediker
4.5. DRB18-0203 - Lodge at Vail
Final review of an exterior alteration (fence)
Address/Legal Description: 174 Gore Creek Drive/Lot 1, Lodge Subdivision
Applicant: The Lodge at Vail
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Doug Cahill moved to table to June 20, 2018. David Campbell seconded the
motion and it passed (4-0).
Absent(1) Rediker
4.6. DRB18-0222 - Torras Residence
Conceptual review of new construction
Address/Legal Description: 1170 Westhaven Lane/Lot 39, Glen Lyon
Subdivision
Applicant: Ignacio Torras, represented by KH Webb Architects
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Absent(1) Rediker
4.7. DRB18-0186 - SSCS LLC
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Final review of an addition
Address/Legal Description: 4425 Glen Falls Lane/Lot 2, Forest Glen
Subdivision
Applicant: SSCS LLC, represented by GPS Designs LLC
Planner: Chris Neubecker
Doug Cahill moved to approve. David Campbell seconded the motion and it
passed (4-0).
Absent(1) Rediker
4.8. DRB18-0216 - Solar Vail
Final review of a change to approved plans (design change)
Address/Legal Description: 501 North Frontage Road West/Lot 8, Block 2,
Vail Potato Patch Filing 2
Applicant: Sonnenalp Properties, Inc., represented by GPSLArchitects
Planner: Chris Neubecker
Doug Cahill moved to table to June 20, 2018. David Campbell seconded the
motion and it passed (4-0).
Absent(1) Rediker
5. Staff Approvals
5.1. B18-0181 - Freml Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (windows)
Address/Legal Description: 2195 Chamonix Lane Unit 9/Lot 2, Vail Heights
Filing 1
Applicant: Jared Freml, represented by HMR Construction
Planner: Andy Rogers
5.2. B18-0182 - Tyler Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (windows)
Address/Legal Description: 434 Gore Creek Drive Unit G4/Lot B, Block 3,
Vail Village Filing 5
Applicant: Robert Tyler, represented by HMR Construction
Planner: Andy Rogers
5.3. B18-0189 - Woodhull Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (reroof)
Address/Legal Description: 483 Gore Creek Drive Unit 3/Lot 3, Vail Village
Filing 4
Applicant: Woodhull Trust, represented by Mountain Valley Property
Management
Planner: Andy Rogers
5.4. B18-0200 - Jensen Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (re -roof)
Address/Legal Description: 1718 Buffehr Creek Road/Lot 4, Lia Zneimer
Subdivision
Applicant: William Jensen, represented by Breashears Roofing
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Planner: Andy Rogers
5.5. B18-0202 - Hormel Foods Corp.
Final review of an exterior alteration (Hot Tub)
Address/Legal Description: 1527 Vail Valley Drive Unit A/Lot 10, Block 3,
Vail Valley Filing 1
Applicant: Hormel Foods Corp., represented by Nedbo Construction
Planner: Andy Rogers
5.6. B18-0203 - Hormel Foods Corp.
Final review of an exterior alteration (hot tub)
Address/Legal Description: 1527 Vail Valley Drive Unit B/Lot 10, Block 3,
Vail Valley Filing 1
Applicant: Hormel Foods Corp., represented by Nedbo Construction
Planner: Andy Rogers
5.7. DRB18-0085 - Hintz Residence
Final review of a change to approved plans (stucco)
Address/Legal Description: 777 Potato Patch Drive Unit A/Lot 20, Block 1,
Vail Potato Patch Filing 1
Applicant: Jurgen Hintz, represented by Hoeft Builders West
Planner: Jonathan Spence
5.8. DRB18-0131 - La Vallee Bridal
Final review of a sign
Address/Legal Description: 227 Bridge Street Unit G/Lot B -D, Block 5B, Vail
Village Filing 1
Applicant: La Vallee Bridal
Planner: Justin Lightfield
5.9. DRB18-0146 - Sun Vail
Final review of an exterior alteration (siding)
Address/Legal Description: 605 North Frontage Road West/Lot 9, Block 2,
Vail Potato Patch Filing 1
Applicant: Sun Vail, represented by Excel Exteriors
Planner: Justin Lightfield
5.10. DRB18-0148 - Anderson Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (landscaping)
Address/Legal Description: 1160 Sandstone Drive/Lot 1 & 2, Block 1, Lion's
Ridge Subdivision Filing 4
Applicant: Todger Anderson
Planner: Chris Neubecker
5.11. DRB18-0162 - 354 Beaver Dam Residence
Final review of a change to approved plans (spa)
Address/Legal Description: 354 Beaver Dam Road Unit N/Lot 9, Block 2,
Vail Village Filing 3
Applicant: Kent & Andrea Price, represented by Suman Architects
Planner: Chris Neubecker
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5.12. DRB18-0164 - Cullman Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (landscaping)
Address/Legal Description: 2480 Bald Mountain Road/Lot 18, Block 2, Vail
Village Filing 13
Applicant: Mia Cullman, represented by Old Growth Tree Service
Planner: Jonathan Spence
5.13. DRB18-0165 - MRW 540 LP Residence
Final review of an addition
Address/Legal Description: 4770 Bighorn Road Unit 2N/Racquet Club
Townhomes
Applicant: MRW 540 LP, represented by Reslock and Sullivan LLC
Planner: Justin Lightfield
5.14. DRB18-0167 - Corcoran Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (landscaping)
Address/Legal Description: 891 Red Sandstone Circle Unit 2/Lot 4, Vail
Village Filing 9
Applicant: Paul Corcoran, represented by Ceres Landcare
Planner: Justin Lightfield
5.15. DRB18-0168 - Busse Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (landscaping)
Address/Legal Description: 1720 Sunburst Drive/Lot 1, Sunburst Filing 3
Applicant: Gretchen Busse, represented by Ceres Landcare
Planner: Matt Panfil
5.16. DRB18-0172 - Gabilu Inc.
Final review of an exterior alteration (lights)
Address/Legal Description: 360 East Lionshead Circle Unit 5/Lot 6, Block 1,
Vail Lionshead Filing 2
Applicant: Gabilu Inc. represented by Extreme Builders
Planner: Jonathan Spence
5.17. DRB18-0173 - Manor Vail Lodge
Final review of an exterior alteration (Landscaping)
Address/Legal Description: 595 Vail Valley Drive/Lots A -C, Block 1, Vail
Village Filing 7
Applicant: Manor Vail Lodge, represented by Neils Lunceford
Planner: Matt Panfil
5.18. DRB18-0174 - Fordham Residence
Final review of a change to approved plans (extension)
Address/Legal Description: 895 Red Sandstone Circle Unit B/Lot 2, Vail
Village Filing 9
Applicant: Amy Fordham
Planner: Chris Neubecker
5.19. DRB18-0175 - Villa Apex LLC
Final review of an exterior alteration (A/C)
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Address/Legal Description: 22 West Meadow Drive Unit 360/Lot H, Vail
Village Filing 2
Applicant: Villa Apex LLC, represented by Gies Architects
Planner: Chris Neubecker
5.20. DRB18-0176 - 4387 Columbine Drive LLC
Final review of a sign
Address/Legal Description: 4387 Columbine Drive/Lot 2, Block 6, Bighorn
Subdivision 3rd Addition
Applicant: 4387 Columbine Drive LLC, represented by Green Line Architects
Planner: Chris Neubecker
5.21. DRB18-0180 - Ryerson Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (repaint)
Address/Legal Description: 4859 Meadow Drive/Lot 16, Block 5, Bighorn
Subdivision 5th Addition
Applicant: Anthony & Cynthia Ryerson
Planner: Chris Neubecker
5.22. DRB18-0181 - Storr Residence
Final review of a change to approved plans (landscaping)
Address/Legal Description: 1965 Sunburst Drive/Lot 11, Vail Valley Filing 3
Applicant: Hans G. Storr Revocable Trust, represented by Sipes Architects,
Inc.
Planner: Justin Lightfield
5.23. DRB18-0182 - Casa Del Sol Townhomes
Final review of an exterior alteration (gutters)
Address/Legal Description: 2055 West Gore Creek Drive Units 1-21/Casa
Del Sol Townhomes
Applicant: Casa Del Sol Townhomes, represented by McNeill Property
Management
Planner: Jonathan Spence
5.24. DRB18-0191 - Tresem Investments LLC
Final review of a change to approved plans (hot tub/deck)
Address/Legal Description: 970 Fairway Court Unit B/Lot 5, Vail Village
Filing 10
Applicant: Tresem Investments LLC, represented by Studio Spinnato
Planner: Matt Panfil
5.25. DRB18-0192 - Mill Creek Circle LLC
Final review of an exterior alteration (landscaping)
Address/Legal Description: 328 Mill Creek Circle/Lot 4, Block 1, Vail Village
Filing 1
Applicant: Mill Creek Circle LLC, represented by Ceres+
Planner: Jonathan Spence
5.26. DRB18-0193 - Wyker Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (landscaping)
Address/Legal Description: 2626 Davos Trail Unit 1/Lot 1, Block C, Vail
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Ridge Subdivision
Applicant: James Wyker, represented by Vail Valley Tree Service
Planner: Chris Neubecker
5.27. DRB18-0194 - Horton Residence & MHO 2012 Trust
Final review of an exterior alteration (landscaping)
Address/Legal Description: 1380 Westhaven Circle Units A & B/Lot 22, Glen
Lyon Subdivision
Applicant: Michael Horton & MHO 2012 Trust, represented by Timothy
Lipman
Planner: Justin Lightfield
5.28. DRB18-0195 - Scott & Speck Residences
Final review of an exterior alteration (landscaping)
Address/Legal Description: 3150 Booth Falls Court E & W/Lot 4, Block 2,
Vail Village Filing 12
Applicant: Alan Scott & Eric Speck, represented by BCL Trees
Planner: Justin Lightfield
5.29. DRB18-0197 - Eagle River Water & Sanitation District
Final review of an exterior alteration (landscaping)
Address/Legal Description: 846 Forest Road/Lot 1, Eagle River Water &
Sanitation District Subdivision
Applicant: Eagle River Water & Sanitation District
Planner: Jonathan Spence
5.30. DRB18-0198 - Villa Valhalla
Final review of a change to approved plans (meter cabinet)
Address/Legal Description: 384 Gore Creek Drive/Lot J, Block 5A, Vail
Village Filing 5
Applicant: Villa Valhalla, represented by Shepherd Resources, Inc.
Planner: Chris Neubecker
5.31. DRB18-0199 - Red Lion Restaurant
Final review of an exterior alteration (roof exhaust fans)
Address/Legal Description: 304 Bridge Street Unit C3/Lot E - H, Block 5A,
Vail Village Filing 1
Applicant: Landmark Commercial Dev Co, represented by R&H Mechanical
LLC
Planner: Matt Panfil
5.32. DRB18-0200 - Town of Vail
Final review of an exterior alteration (art installation/landscaping)
Address/Legal Description: 241 East Meadow Drive/Tract B & C, Vail Village
Filing 1
Applicant: Town of Vail
Planner: Jonathan Spence
5.33. DRB18-0201 - Vail Holdings LLC
Final review of an exterior alteration (window removal)
Address/Legal Description: 147 Rockledge Road/Lot 9A, Block 7, Vail
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Village Filing 1 / Raether Minor Subdivision - Replat
Applicant: Vail Holdings LLC, represented by Segerberg, Mayhew & Assoc.
Planner: Justin Lightfield
5.34. DRB18-0202 - McDougall Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (beam)
Address/Legal Description: 2955 Basingdale Boulevard/Lot 15, Block 6, Vail
Intermountain Development Subdivision
Applicant: Timothy McDougall
Planner: Matt Panfil
5.35. DRB18-0204 - Goetz Residence
Final review of a change to approved plans (gutters/windows/railing/roof
vents)
Address/Legal Description: 1853 Lions Ridge Loop/Lot 3, Block 3, Lion's
Ridge Subdivision Filing 3
Applicant: Raymond H. Goetz Revocable Trust, represented by Victor Mark
Donaldson Architects
Planner: Jonathan Spence
5.36. DRB18-0205 - Vail Hall Properties LLC
Final review of an exterior alteration (dryer vent)
Address/Legal Description: 2765 Kinnikinnick Road/Lot 1, Unit 4, Vail
Intermountain Development Subdivision
Applicant: Vail Hall Properties LLC, represented by Ross Construction
Planner: Jonathan Spence
5.37. DRB18-0207 - Timber Falls Condominiums
Final review of an exterior alteration (repaint)
Address/Legal Description: 4511 Meadow Drive/Timber Falls Condominiums
Applicant: Timber Falls Condominiums, represented by Mountain Valley
Property Management
Planner: Justin Lightfield
5.38. DRB18-0208 - Mitchell Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (driveway/patio)
Address/Legal Description: 4545 Bighorn Road/Lot 3-5, Block 1, Bighorn
Subdivision 3rd Addition
Applicant: Edward Mitchell
Planner: Jonathan Spence
5.39. DRB18-0209 - Red Lion Building
Final review of an exterior alteration (hot tub)
Address/Legal Description: 304 Bridge Street Unit R3/Lot E -H, Block 5A,
Vail Village Filing 1
Applicant: Blue Mountain Investments LLC, represented by Maximum
Comfort Pool & Spa
Planner: Chris Neubecker
5.40. DRB18-0212 - Goetz Residence
Final review of a change to approved plans (landscaping)
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Address/Legal Description: 1853 Lions Ridge Loop Unit A/Lot 3, Block 3,
Lions Ridge Subdivision Filing 3
Applicant: Raymond Goetz, represented by Victor Mark Donaldson
Architects
Planner: Jonathan Spence
5.41. DRB18-0214 - RS2 LLC
Final review of a change to approved plans (windows)
Address/Legal Description: 4273 Columbine Drive/Lot 16, Block 9, Bighorn
Subdivision 3rd Addition
Applicant: RS2 LLC, represented by La Dolce Architecture, Inc.
Planner: Matt Panfil
5.42. DRB18-0218 - Singleton Residence
Final review of an exterior alteration (paint)
Address/Legal Description: 5135 Main Gore Drive South/Lot 27, Vail
Meadows Filing 1
Applicant: Marion Singleton
Planner: Jonathan Spence
5.43. DRB18-0220 - Mill Creek Circle LLC
Final review of a change to approved plans (lighting fixtures)
Address/Legal Description: 328 Mill Creek Circle/Lot 4, Block 1, Vail Village
Filing 1
Applicant: Mill Creek Circle LLC, represented by Berglund Architects
Planner: Jonathan Spence
The applications and information about the proposals are available for public inspection during
regular office hours at the Town of Vail Community Development Department, 75 South
Frontage Road. The public is invited to attend the project orientation and the site visits that
precede the public hearing in the Town of Vail Town Council Chambers. Times and order of
items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine at what time
the Design Review Board will consider an item. Please call 970-479-2138 for additional
information. Sign language interpretation available upon request with 24-hour notification, dial
711.
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PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
TOWN OF,,,DJune 11, 2018, 1:00 PM
Town Council Chambers
75 S. Frontage Road -Vail, Colorado, 81657
1. Call to Order
Present: Brian Gillette, Pam Hopkins, Ludwig Kurz, Rollie Kjesbo, John -
Ryan Lockman, Karen Perez, Brian Stockmar
Absent: None
Chair Stockmar asked that the staff and PEC focus more on environmental
issues as part of the reviews. This is part of our mission.
The Commission departed for the site visits.
2. Site Visits
2.1. 500 & 534 East Lionshead Circle - Battle Mountain/Lazier Lionshead/Launch
Development
2.2. 2841 Basingdale Boulevard - Moore Residence
3. Main Agenda
3.1. A request for review of a final plat, pursuant to Title 13 Chapter 4, Minor
Subdivisions, Vail Town Code, to allow for a subdivision to reconfigure the
property lines between two (2) development lots located at 500 & 534 East
Lionshead Circle/Lots 1,2 and 3, Block 1, Vail Lionshead Filing 1, and setting
forth details in regard thereto. (PEC18-0017)
Applicantiazier Lionshead LLC & Battle Moutnain LLC, represented by
Braun Associates, Inc.
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Please see comments in Item 3.2 below Discussion on
Item 3.1 has been included in the comments below.
Ludwig Kurz moved to table to June 25, 2018. Rollie Kjesbo seconded the
motion and it passed (7-0).
3.2. A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a prescribed
regulations amendment to Section 12-10-16 Exempt Areas; Parking Fund
Established, Vail Town Code, pursuant to Section 12-3-7 Amendment, Vail
Town Code, to remove Lot 1A, Lot 2A and Tract K of a Resubdivision of Vail
Lionshead, Block 1, from the "parking pay -in -lieu" zones for parking
regulations purposes, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC18-
0019)
Applicantiazier Lionshead LLC & Battle Moutnain LLC, represented by
Braun Associates, Inc.
Planner: Jonathan Spence
15 min.
15 min.
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Planner Spence introduce the project. Four different
applications will be presented and discussed together,
including PEC18-0016, PEC18-0017, PEC18-0018, and
PEC18-0019. There are 3 main questions to be
addressed. Staff does not have any comments at this time
on the subdivision plat and the changes to the Pay in Lieu
Parking zones.
Tom Braun, Braun Associates — Representative of Lazier
Lionshead LLC & Battle Mountain LLC, presented an
overview of the project. He asked that at the end of the
presentation, the PEC identify any questions or additional
information that the applicant needs to provide for the next
hearing. Braun introduced the applicants, Bob and Diane
Lazier. He described the existing conditions of the site,
and the ownership and existing parcels.
Stockmar —Asked if the steps are in a permanent
easement? Braun and Spence indicated Yes.
Braun described how the two applicants have been in
collaboration up to date, and he introduced the architects
from Pierce Architects. First phase of the project is to
demolish the top parking deck of the parking structure.
Sidewalk along Lionshead Circle will be heated, new
driveway in easement will be installed. Only one setback
variance is proposed, and the meat of the application is
the Exterior Alteration for the new building.
Braun indicated that portions of Lionshead are in a no
parking, pay in lieu zone. These lots include properties
that do not have access to a road, and areas where the
Town does not want cars, on pedestrian areas. This lot
does have legal access to a road.
Gillette — Lift House, Vail 21 and Lionshead Arcade...
when does the parking fee need to be paid? Did they pay
it when they were built?
Braun — No, they did not pay the fee. They were existing
before this regulation was in place.
Stockmar- Asked how the existing parking on the lower
level of the structure will be treated.
Gillette — What is happening with the existing parking?
Spence — The parking will be replaced in the proposed
building.
Gillette — How does this address the issues that neighbors
have raised in the letters?
Spence — These are private agreements. Town will not
intercede into these private agreements, or on who can
use the parking that is constructed. Replacing parking that
exists today, plus the new parking demands created by this
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development, plus a few more.
Gillette - Are they replacing existing parking, and what's
required?
Spence — Yes.
Kjesbo — They are going to meet the code.
Gillette — Are we providing a timeframe for when these
spaces will be replaced?
Spence — No, that is not addressed in the code.
Gillette- How many parking spaces will be required to be
provided by Battle Mountain?
Spence — They are building enough parking to address
the existing parking on the Battle Mountain site.
Braun — Described the lot lines and old land subdivisions.
He described the minor subdivision, including past
subdivisions that were recorded by metes and bounds
descriptions, but which did not go through a Town of Vail
subdivision process. This application will formalize existing
subdivisions.
Stockmar — Do these new subdivisions comply?
Braun — Yes, they meet the Town code. He described the
footprint of the building and the setbacks along the west
side of the proposed building. This design will result in a
better relationship to the adjacent property when the
property to the west (Lazier) is developed. The building
setback is at 10 feet, but the structure below the deck is at
the property line. There is an easement allowing
pedestrian access to Vantage Point to the north. The zero
setback is only on the plaza level. Above grade setback is
at 10 feet.
Braun continued to discuss zoning issues. He explained
the proposed mechanical, automated parking structure
system. 54 spaces on the site now, and new demands will
be 17 spaces. We will always have 71 spaces on site, but
will likely have as many as 90 spaces. He discussed the
Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan. Plan discusses
urban renewal and redevelopment, which we are doing. At
a high level, we are doing what the master plan
recommends. He discussed "live beds" which are
encouraged by the Town code. There will be live beds in
this development; but people will not be required to use the
on site management. Amenities will encourage short term
rentals through the design of the building. He described
the arrival experience and the easement along the south
side of the site, to provide access to this project, Lazier
property, and Liftside property.
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Braun showed image of the existing site, and the proposed
new building, which will help balance pedestrians and
vehicle access. He discussed the architectural guidelines
in the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan. The master
plan gets fairly specific at times. The goal is to create an
identity for Lionshead. He provided some examples of
other redevelopments within the master plan area,
including Antlers, Arrabelle, Ritz Carlton, Lionshead
Visitors Center, First Chair, and The Lion. There is no
strict single theme in the architecture. He highlighted some
of the main elements of design, including building form
and massing, windows, wall materials, etc. Braun
discussed the idea of a base, middle and top. Lionshead
Visitors Center does not have much of a "middle", and
Arrabelle middle is busy. He described how The Ritz-
Carlton and The Lion met this design requirement.
Braun described how the proposed building meets the
requirements for a base, middle and top, with a strong
stone base. We are not on the primary pedestrian mall, so
rules here are a little bit different. Wall step backs are
required, but at a different height. He described the
articulation of the building.
Stockmar — Asked to confirm that the alley where the PEC
was walking on the site visit today is not considered a mall.
Spence — That is correct.
Braun continued to describe wall setbacks and changes in
materials. He discussed how balconies are used in
Lionshead, and how they are used on the proposed
building. He discussed windows and doors. Doors should
be heavy, and windows recessed in stone walls. He
discussed the guidelines on architectural details.
Gillette — Is this only a three inch veneer stone?
Bill Pierce — Will be more like an 8 inch stone
Braun — Decorative lighting proposed at the base of the
building. Decorative headers are also proposed. We
anticipate additional collaboration with staff, including a
few civil plan issues.
Kjesbo — On the zero setback, is that just the parking
garage? The building is setback 10 feet?
Braun — Yes, when the project is done, it will not be
perceived as zero setback.
Spence — Staff would like feedback on three specific
issues today. These include: Variance, hot beds and
intersection of wall plane and roof. He described some
staff concerns on the intersection of the wall and roof. He
showed photos of other buildings in Lionshead and how
they met this criteria.
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Gillette — Recessed dormers on top of the roof, they seem
to meet this requirement.
Stockmar — Would like to see revisions in this area.
Spence — Showed areas of the master plan in the staff
memo, and what is required.
Bill Pierce, Architect — Described the goals of this
language in the master plan, and his role in helping draft
this master plan. We are trying to minimize the impacts to
the adjacent property owners. We cut the roof out, rather
than adding dormers.
Gillette — In my opinion, you are meeting the code.
Spence — Concern is how this will appear from pedestrian
level.
Gillete — If you see the building from the Ice Rink, then
you have tied the roof into the wall face well. If you are on
the Landmark property, you can't see the roof. I think you
are fine with the recessed decks.
Pierce — Building was designed to look like a mountain.
Dormers will add more mass and height. He read code
sections relating to roofs. We are trying not to add more
mass than we need. We are trying to make the building
look lower.
Hopkins — Look at the right deck, take that roof off;
something else to animate the building.
Stockmar — Would like to see more texture, and more
sense of variation.
Perez — Design is based on the text amendment, and the
property being removed from the parking fee in lieu area.
The text amendment was implemented in 2001. There is a
need to decrease parking. Goal is to reduce parking on
East Lionshead Circle. We need to discuss whether or not
we will remove this property from the fee in lieu zone.
Spence — Text amendment will not go into effect until the
plat is recorded. That will happen regardless of if this site
is redeveloped. Master Plan says that parking should be
replaced on site upon redevelopment. Properties without
access to a right-of-way should not have parking, but this
property has direct access.
Lockman — If there was a little more articulation on the
edge, that would be better.
Kurz — The roof as it looks on this image is stark to me.
Very few people will see this perspective. As Bill looks
closer at the design of the building, he will come up with a
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design that we will all support.
Kjesbo — The fascia line is at the same elevation on all four
sides. You don't see that in other buildings. Happy with
how this design has started, but it does have a linear look
around the building.
Spence — The rest of the building has many elements that
take away from the linear aspect , contrary to other parts
of the building design.
Braun — We want to get the basic form set, but details on
windows and trim will be addressed by the DRB. Looks
like we are close.
Stockmar — Does look like the building terminates with the
cap, but looks unfinished above the eave.
Pierce — Intention is to be the opposite of The Lion, where
dormers and roofs are on the outside edge. Idea is to
minimize apparent height and volume.
Stockmar — Concern is the from the ground looking up,
you see an eve that smacks you in the face..
Pierce — I will look at it. We plan to interface the roof and
wall in a similar way as the Lionshead Parking Structure.
Stockmar — Lionshead Parking structure makes a texture
break.
Gillette — I think you are on the right track. Its making an
eclectic neighborhood.
Kjesbo — Asked to see where the mechanical equipment
will be on the building.
Spence — Discussed the requested variance, which is a
bit different from other setbacks. This is a fully formed
floor with a deck above it. Its interim, but we do not know
how long the interim will last. Staff is looking for
preliminary feedback on this variance request.
Stockmar — The transition will be important both before
and after construction. It should be attractive before the
second development on the adjacent building.
Kjesbo — You should plan for the other side of the building
to be developed. Sounds like the adjacent owner is on
board with this design.
Braun — The proposed wall is better that the existing
condition that exists today.
Kurz — If Lazier decides not to build, we need to be able to
deal with what is there. What prevents Lazier from also
building up to the property line?
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Braun — Lazier is currently planning a building up to the
property line.
Spence asked if a Memorandum of Understanding from
the two property owners would be helpful.
Bob Lazier, Lazier Development — We intend to build our
new development at the same time. Originally we planned
an underground parking structure. We are also looking at
how this will impact Vantage Point. There will be a nice
plaza on the upper level. We are trying to create a smooth
transition.
Stockmar — Would like to see a Memorandum of
Understanding.
Kurz — Asked about the mechanical parking system, are
any of those built in snow country? Would like a
presentation on this type of system.
Lockman — Loading and delivery is an issue right now. If
you transition to pavers and a residential mall feeling, that
might get lost.
Spence — Properties without significant loading and
delivery will rely on the delivery bunker under Arrabelle.
With this development, the deliveries will need to shift.
Stockmar — Does that take a lot of trundling?
Spence — Perhaps, but significantly less than commercial
buildings with lots of deliveries.
Gillette — Was the idea to discuss the change to the fee in
lieu zones as part of this meeting? There needs to be a
DlA with an understanding on how the parking will be
replaced.
Braun — Your question is about when the top deck of the
parking structure is replaced. Perez's concern is about
the change to the fee in lieu zone.
Spence — Staff believes that this fee in lieu could have
been discussed years ago, as the existing parking
structure is located in an area where parking is not
currently allowed.
Perez — We are talking about the fee in lieu zones in the
context of a specific development. Can you come back to
us with some history on this fee in lieu and how it relates to
the master plan?
Spence — We are also looking at the purpose of the fee in
lieu zone. He showed maps of the original and proposed
fee in lieu maps.
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Gillette — Why are adjacent properties not also included in
this fee in lieu map change?
Spence — We do not want those properties to be
redeveloped with on-site parking, therefore the fee in lieu
is appropriate.
Braun — Today, we cannot redevelop with replacement of
on-site parking, based on current regulations.
Perez — I'm concerned that this fee in lieu map change is
a special privilege for the applicant.
Lockman — Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan has
specific language on parking, and what is the timeline for
replacing parking.
Gillette — DIA should have been in place before
demolishing the parking structure. It should be tied to
something.
Kjesbo — We can't add conditions of approval on two
different owners.
Stockmar — We are not taking away public parking. It's an
issue of reaching agreements between the parties
affected.
Gillette — There are supposed to be 183 parking spaces.
Those spaces need to be maintained; before you demo
the building, there should have been a DIA in place.
Braun There are 135 spaces today, and a letter from the
past indicating 169 spaces. The current application
includes a minimum of 171 spaces, and possibly up to the
low 190s.
Gillette — I would like to see how parking is replaced, and
when.
Braun — We are not sure how you would force an owner
to build something.
Gillette — It can be controlled with a DIA.
Kjesbo — You need to address the fee in lieu zone so that
you can replace the parking. That is logical to me. It's not
a special privilege to me. We will get 160 — 180 spaces
that the Town does not have to pay for.
Lazier — In the interim, while the top deck is removed,
Arcade will have 14 spaces. And 32 spaces will be
provided for Lift House. We had excess spaces, and they
were rented to commercial tenants. Lift House will not be
affected. We will have 88 spaces, plus what we need for
our new development.
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Public Comment —
Stewart McNabb — Attorney of the Lift House. We are not
asking the Town to adjudicate the number of parking
spaces and private agreements. We are trying to maintain
the status quo. But with parking spaces removed, we are
asking for a condition of approval that parking spaces
removed be replaced, to stay in conformance with the
zoning regulations.
Dale Bugby, Manager for Lift House Condominium
Association. We are not expecting you to solve our
parking situation. It was 69 spaces, not 32 as stated by
Bob Lazier. There are 45 condos. We had 69 spots in
1972. That land has a parking requirement that has not
gone away. The C.O. for the building stated that parking
needed to be provided on this site. Now Lazier wants to
reduce from 69 parking spaces to 32 spaces. Town should
not have issued a permit to demolish the parking structure
without the parking addressed . There are also parking
requirements for the commercial tenants like Bart and
Yeti's and Montauk. Lift House has no way to replace
parking. Pay in lieu probably makes sense for those three
buildings, but the obligation is still there to provide parking.
Lazier — We fully intend to replace what has been on site
for 45 years and any new parking requirements.
Stockmar — Would like to see this in writing to protect you
and clearly delineate new parking.
Public Comment Closed
Gillette — If you take the number of spaces required in
1972, subtract the number provided.
Lockman — Initial design looks like it was thought out.
Happy with what the applicants have presented to far.
Hopkins — We did not discuss the north elevation, and
closeness to Vantage Point. Would like to know more
about snow shedding on the south balconies, and more
detail on the mechanical parking.
Perez — Nothing to add.
Kurz — The success of this application will depend on
resolving parking issues, physically and legally. It is
incumbent on the applicant to get us as much information
as possible on these issues. This area needs help, and the
redevelopment will be a great enhancement to Lionshead
and the inventory of good properties. If we can get the
parking issues out of the way, I will be happy to move this
forward.
Gillette — Would like to address the parking, and request
Town Attorney to attend next meetings.
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Stockmar — Would like to address these few issues. Also,
would like to see sun shade studies, and a Memorandum
of Understanding on the parking related issues.
Braun — Unsure if we will have a MOU by next meeting,
but we can have some letters about our intent. We will
have more information on the automated parking,
setbacks, wall/roof interface, north side building and snow
shedding.
Ludwig Kurz moved to table to June 25, 2018. Rollie Kjesbo seconded the
motion and it passed (7-0).
3.3. A request for review of Major Exterior Alteration, pursuant to Section 12-7B- 45 min.
7, Exterior Alterations or Modifications, Vail Town Code, to allow for
construction of a new multifamily structure with below grade parking, located
at 534 East Lionshead Circle/Lot 2 and 3, Block 1, Vail Lionshead Filing 1,
and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC18-0016)
Applicant$attle Mountain LLC, represented by Braun Associates, Inc.
Planner: Jonathan Spence
See please comments in Item 3.2 above. Discussion on
Item 3.3 has been included in the comments above.
Ludwig Kurz moved to table to June 25, 2018. Rollie Kjesbo seconded the
motion and it passed (7-0).
3.4. A request for the review a variance from Section 12-7H-10, Setbacks, Vail
Town Code, pursuant to Title 12 Chapter 17, Variances, Vail Town Code, to
allow for a rear setback of zero feet (0') where ten feet (10') is required for a
new multifamily structure, located at 534 East Lionshead Circle/Lot 2 and 3,
Block 1, Vail Lionshead Filing 1, and setting forth details in regard thereto.
(PEC18-0018)
ApplicantBattle Mountain LLC, represented by Braun Associates, Inc.
Planner: Jonathan Spence
See please comments in Item 3.2 above. Discussion on
Item 3.4 has been included in the comments above.
Ludwig Kurz moved to table to June 25, 2018. Rollie Kjesbo seconded the
motion and it passed (7-0).
3.5. A request for review of a variance from Section 12-21-12, Restrictions in
Specific Zones on Excessive Slopes, Vail Town Code, to allow for more than
ten percent (10%) of the total site area to be covered by driveways and
surface parking, located at 2841 Basingdale Boulevard/Lot 3, Block 8, Vail
Intermountain Development Subdivision, and setting forth details in regard
thereto. (PEC18-0020)
ApplicantiVlichael & Yoshimi Moore, represented by Visual I mpax
Planner: Justin Lightfield presented by Jonathan Spence
1. "Approval of this variance is contingent upon the applicant obtaining
Town of Vail design review approval for this proposal."
45 min.
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Spence introduced the project. This is the third meeting on
this application. At the site visit today, the PEC was able to
see the parking easement marked in the field, and the
challenges of the site.
Scott Handler, Visual !wax, Applicant — At the last
hearing, the PEC had some suggestions and requests.
The adjacent property owners are here today. As you saw
at the site visit, the location of the easement leaves no
space for another curb cut. The access to the site is very
difficult. The subdivision of the property created these
hardships, and was not created by the applicant. We are
asking to use only 557 square feet of paving. We looked at
redesigning the access to reduce the amount of paving
and curb cuts. We had a surveyor mark the lot and the
parking easement, and the parking spots.
Handler - We feel that access to the west side of the site
works much better. It would give all the parking on the east
side of the garage to the condos, and all of our parking on
the west. He also described how 4 parking spaces could fit
if access was taken from the east, but the parking is very
tight. We have approval to move the fire hydrant, if
necessary. He showed diagrams of various parking
scenarios. Access from the west would not require
backing out into the public road, and would not require
moving the fire hydrant, plus additional parking for the
condominium. Access from east results in 291 square feet
less parking, and only one curb cut. He showed
renderings of the developed site.
Spence — Town Engineer, Tom Kassmel, is in attendance
to answer questions.
Kassmel — Our goal is to make roadway as safe as
possible, and to reduce curb cuts and backing out of
driveways. Option for taking access from the east is what
we have today. On the west, there could be a benefit of
having vehicles heading out (not backing out). One
concern is showing more turning movements, and what is
designed may not be sufficient. Second concern is with
the distance to existing curb cuts, and the potential for
curb cuts to be combined , thus creating head in parking.
If we can keep linear footage the same, and ensure
heading out onto the road, that would be best.
Kjesbo — Parking should be on their own property, but
what we saw today results in only one parking spot
meeting town regulations. As shown, its in the right of way.
Gillette — Drawing indicates that improvements are to be
completed by Rush Condos.
Michael Moore — We understand that each owner will
need to pay their proportionate share of the cost of paving.
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Gillette — You will need major retaining (walls) to building
the parking as shown on this drawing. If this is the
proposal, you will need to provide a design of this parking
area.
Kjesbo — Based on your survey, much of the parking will
be down the hillside, or off into space.
Handler — Maybe for the last two parking spots.
Moore — Two options in front of the board, including two
variances. We have developed an Option 2. One of the
variances is on the amount of paving, which can be in
various forms. Without the variance the site can't be built.
Option 1 does require a second variance, for a second
curb cut. There is a single curb cut now. If you grant a
second variance, it results in one curb cut per property. In
this case it may be appropriate to have a second curb cut,
to have a dedicated entrance to the new development, and
to move parking spaces so they are on private property.
Without a variance on the east, the site can't be
developed.
Kjesbo — Gave a history of this site, and how the easement
was added to the site, then the lot was resold. Four
parking spots need to come into compliance with Town
regulations. Only way to do that is to build retaining walls.
Gillette — You need to show 4 defined parking spots, either
by cantilevering or adding retaining walls, or shifting the
garage location.
Spence — This can be done with a Condition of Approval.
Handler — If we receive the second curb cut, it will be
much easier to provide the parking for Rush condos.
Hopkins — Don't believe that there will be enough space for
the needed turning radius with the curb cut on the east.
Handler — The first design is safer for everybody.
Lockman — Additional curb cut is an additional variance,
but its safer. I'm inclined to go back to the first design
access from the west.
Hopkins — Don't think access from east works. Like to see
more landscaping in the front, between the street and
hammerhead.
Handler — Showed where additional landscaping can be
placed on site.
Perez — It's not the purview of the Commission to create 4
parking spaces for the adjacent property. In the easement,
you are reserving 2 parking spaces for yourself. That
leads to more pavement. A solution needs to be presented
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that reduces paving. Please give us more clarity on what
you are requesting.
Moore — With the western curb cut design, the 2 reserved
spaces are being abandoned. On the eastern access
design, those spaces are used by Rush Condos.
Public Comment —
Bill Wolford, Rush Condos — The past is a bit haunting to
this site. When Mr. Moore bought the property two years
ago, I consulted an attorney. The easement was created in
1993. Logically, each condo should have at least 1 parking
space. Buyers of the condo purchase in good faith that
there will be at least 1 parking space. The western
entrance design makes sense. Its illegal parking that we
have now. To move everything to the west makes sense
and is a practical solution. Very concerned with safety,
due to speeding on the road. Western entrance will be
safer for the applicant, but there will be no change to Rush
Condos, which will continue to back out.
Public Comment Closed
Gillette- I can get on board with either the west or east
access. Let's decide that first.
Kjesbo — We need to go on the east side, and make sure
they have 4 legal spots for the Rush Condos. Town
Engineer recommends no second curb cut. That will
minimize the variance. Yes, you will still have backing out
onto the road.
Gillette — Agree with Kjesbo. An advantage of access from
the east is having more landscaping. This allows garage to
move west, allowing more parking in front of garage.
Kurz — Agree with Kjesbo's perception. I like the west
entrance to the garage better. The easement requires
providing parking to the adjacent property, but not
increasing the amount of paving. Its hard to say we need
to grant the parking to Rush, when they created the
parking.
Hopkins- Like the west entrance better, the east does not
work. There are lots of parking hardships in this town.
Lockman — There is some unique history to this site. We
should support finding safer solutions. I think the western
access works.
Moore — Every jurisdiction has its own requirements. You
should look at whether the headship is avoidable or
created by the applicant. There is almost nothing on the
record on the curb cut existing with no home there. There
is a hardship here, and the hardship was not created by
myself and my wife.
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Perez — Survey was from 2014. Do you have a more
recent survey?
Moore - We have a boundary survey. We will have a new
survey for the DRB. We have not done any changes or
improvement to the property since we owned it.
Stockmar — My comments follow those of Kjesbo. You
bought into a difficult solution. The eastern access will be
one curb cut, and lots of pavement. The western entry, if
landscaped well, will allow you to pull out forward into the
street. Lean toward original proposal, access from the
west. It's not our job or authority to propose the solution.
Inclination is to have less parking backing out. I will give
credit to a second curb cut if we can cut down to four
parking spaces for Rush Condos.
Moore — The access from the west will allow us to move
the parking to the west, and reduce the need for
cantilevered parking or large retaining walls, which will
reduce the environmental impacts, too.
Kassmel — Described how safety can be improved by
limiting Rush Condos parking to only 4 parking spaces,
and ensuring that access from the west includes turning
movements that allow all cars to pull out forward from the
new curb cut.
Kjesbo — You should be able to define parking so that it is
only four parking spaces. We need to do something to
define these four spots. Is the Town installing curb and
gutter in this location?
Kassmel — No current plans for curb and gutter by the
town.
Moore — Described issues with the changes to the fire
hydrant.
Spence — Summarized the additional information
requested by the PEC to ensure that the correct
information is provided.
Gillette — Asked how much space must be provided on the
applicant's property, and how can the Town ensure that
additional parking spaces are not created in the future.
Kassmel — Described how large parking is required to be
9'x19' on property, plus 5 feet to the road. He described
how berms can be used to prevent additional parking.
Brian Gillette moved to table to June 25, 2018. Ludwig Kurz seconded the
motion and it passed (7-0).
3.6. A request for the review of an amendment to the approved Solar Vail
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development plan, pursuant to Section 12-61-11, Development Plan Required,
Vail Town Code, for the construction of employee housing units (EHUs)
including changing the floor plan with the same unit count (65 units), changes
to gross residential floor area (GRFA), changes to the parking count and
layout, increasing building height, and architectural changes, located at 501
N. Frontage Road West / Lot 8, Block 2, Vail Potato Patch Filing 1, and
setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC18-0021) 20 min.
ApplicantSonnenalp Properties, represented by GPSL Architects
Planner: Chris Neubecker
1. Approval of this amended development plan is contingent upon the
applicant obtaining Town of Vail approval of an associated Design
Review Board application.
2. The Applicant shall obtain an access agreement from the Town of
Vail, in a form acceptable to the Town Attorney, for any and all
driveway improvements on, over or across Town owned Tract A,
Middle Creek Subdivision and across Town owned Vail Potato Patch,
Block 2, Lot 8. Such agreements shall be executed prior to issuance
of a building permit.
3. Concurrent with the submission of a building permit application, the
applicant shall submit a site specific geological investigation, in
accordance with Section 12-21-13, Vail Town Code, for any proposed
development within a mapped Rockfall Hazard Area. The applicant
shall be responsible for any changes to the building permit plans
required by the professional geologist or registered professional
engineer who prepared the report.
4. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or Temporary
Certificate of Occupancy for the building, the applicant shall legally
execute and record with the Eagle County Clerk and Recorder the
Town of Vail Type VI employee housing unit covenant for all sixty-five
(65) residential units within the building.
5. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall exchange
eleven (11) existing deed restrictions on the property to other
locations in the Town, though the Employee Housing Unit Deed
Restriction Exchange Program, Section 12-13-5 Vail Town Code.
However, if the applicant obtains only one building permit for both the
demolition of the existing Solar Vail building and for construction of
the new development (as opposed to separate demolition permit and
building permit), then the timing for exchange of the eleven (11)
existing deed restrictions on the property may be delayed until
issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for the new Solar Vail
building.
Neubecker walked the Commission through the proposed
changes to the development plan since the previous
approval was granted. These changes include unit mix,
GRFA, site coverage, parking number and location,
building height, office space, roof plan and development to
the rear (north) of the structure.
Perez -Same number of units but a reduction in beds.
What is the change in bed count?
Neubecker -Perhaps a question best for Henry Pratt.
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Stockmar-Location of mechanicals?
Neubecker spoke to the formal development plan and
parking management.
Henry Pratt, Architect - Spoke to the increase in
construction costs and steps made to reduce costs.
Discussed the tandem parking proposal and its reduction
in drive aisle, allowance for mechanicals and tenant
storage. The changes to the parking numbers as a result
of the loss of office use. Spoke to the parking
management plan and bed count.
Stockmar-Has the applicant looked at lease agreements
that will restrict autos?
Pratt - Preference will be given to potential tenants with no
cars.
Hopkins -Isn't the summer the parking issue at the
structure (overnight)?
Lockman -Asked about mechanicals.
Neubecker-Spoke to the change in bed/bedroom counts.
Lockman -Recognized the challenges with cost and the
necessary changes.
Hopkins agrees with Lockman
Perez -Agrees. Supports the reduction in office space.
Kurz- Agrees. Feels that the tandem parking is an internal
issue. Feels the changes have made for a better project.
Kjesbo-Ok with it
Stockmar- Supports changes and eliminating 3 bedrooms.
Spoke to unit mix.
Perez -Have you discussed the changes with the
neighbors?
Pratt - No. Changes not substantive.
Ludwig Kurz moved to approve with conditions. Rollie Kjesbo seconded the
motion and it passed (6-1).
Ayes: (6) Hopkins, Kjesbo, Kurz, Lockman, Perez, Stockmar
Nays: (1) Gillette
3.7. A request for review of variances from Section 12-15-2, GRFA Requirements 5 min.
by Zone District, Section 12-15-3 Definition, Calculation and Exclusions,
Section 12-18-4 Uses, and Section 12-18-5, Density Control, Vail Town
Code, pursuant to Title 12 Chapter 17, Variances, Vail Town Code, to allow
for Gross Residential Floor Area (GRFA) in excess of the amount permitted
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by lot area and zone district and to allow an access opening to a crawl space
of greater than 12 square feet , located at 2014 West Gore Creek Drive Unit
5/Lot 41-43 (Hamlet Townhouses), Vail Village West Filing 2, and setting forth
details in regard thereto. (PEC18-0009) 5 min.
The Applicant has withdrawn this application.
ApplicantHolly Proctor and John Hutto, represented by Martin Manley
Architects
Planner: Chris Neubecker
4. Approval of Minutes
4.1. May 29, 2018 PEC Results
5. Adjournment
The applications and information about the proposals are available for public inspection during regular office hours at the Town of
Vail Community Development Department, 75 South Frontage Road. The public is invited to attend the project orientation and the
site visits that precede the public hearing in the Town of Vail Community Development Department. Times and order of items are
approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine at what time the Planning and Environmental Commission
will consider an item. Please call (970) 479-2138 for additional information. Please call 711 for sign language interpretation 48 hour
prior to meeting time.
Community Development Department
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ITEM/TOPIC: 2017 Financial Audited Financial Statements for the Town of Vail
PRESENTER(S): Kathleen Halloran, Finance Director and Michael Jenkins, McMahan and
Associates
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: The 2017 audited financial statements are presented
for Council information; no action requested
BACKGROUND: In accordance with section 9.11 of the Vail Town Charter, an independent audit
shall be made of all town accounts at least annually. The audit shall be conducted by certified
public accountants and made available for public inspection at the municipal building. The 2017
audit was conducted by McManhan and Associates, LLC.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
2018 FS PP
2018 Audited FS
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2017 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS &AUDIT REPORT
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PRESENTERS
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2017 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 1 Government Wide Statements
Provide a broad overview similar to a private sector business, including
capital assets and long-term debt on a full accrual basis
STATEMENT OF NET POSITION
Assets exceed liabilities by $272.6M
$188.9M net investment in capital assets
$2.3M TABOR reserves; $1.7M restricted; $79.6M unrestricted
STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES
$6.8M increase in net position
$71.4M revenue; $16.0 program specific and $55.4M general revenue
$64.6M expenses
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TOWN OFVA�
2017 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 1 Debt Financing
VAIL REINVESTMENT AUTHORITY TAX INCREMENT FINANCING
$11.9M issued in 2010 for Lionshead improvements
$8.8 M outstanding at year end
Repayment from incremental property tax revenue from Lionshead
redevelopment
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TOWN OFVA�
2017 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 1 Fund Statements
Record financial transactions for specific activities or governmental
functions; focus on near-term inflows and outflows and spendable
balances
GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS
General Fund
Capital Projects Fund
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
Marketing Fund
Vail Local Marketing District
Vail Reinvestment Authority
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PROPRIETARY FUNDS
Internal Services —
Heavy Equipment Fund
Health Insurance Fund
Enterprise Funds —
Dispatch Services Fund
Timber Ridge Fund
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TOWN OFVA�
2017 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 1 Fund Statements
General Fund Favorable to Budget by $1.6M
Final Budget
2017
Actual
Better (Worse)
Revenue
$38.6M
$38.3M
$(0.3)M
(0.8)%
Expenditures
(38.2)M
(36.3)M
1.9 M
5.0%
Revenue — Decrease mainly due to parking $(252)K and ski lift tax $(255)K
Expenditures — Savings in general operations $1.9M; salaries due to vacancies
$612K; healthcare/benefit savings of $548K; overtime savings $104K
Fund Balance - $29.3 million compared with target $9.6 million or 25% revenue
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TOWN OFVA�
2017 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 1 Fund Statements
Capital Projects Fund Managed $29.5M in Projects
Final Budget
2017 Actual
Better (Worse)
Revenue
$15.4M
$13.4M
$(2.0)M
Expenditures
(52.1)M
(29.5)M
22.6M
Transfers and
Financing
Net Change
$(31.0)M
$(12.1)M
$18.9M
Revenue — Variance due to timing of State Grants and $1.5M reimbursement
from school district for Red Sandstone Parking (received in 2018)
Expenditures — Variance for approved projects not yet completed and carried
over to 2018 $18.0M; $1.0M in project savings during 2017
Transfers and Financing — VRA funding of Lionshead projects not yet complete
Fund Balance - $24.3M
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TOWN OF VA�
2017 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 1 Fund Statements
RETT Fund Managed $4.3M in Projects; $2.6M Ops
Final Budget
2017 Actual
Better (Worse)
Revenue
$7.0M
$6.8M
$(0.2)M
Expenditures
(14.6)M
(6.9)M
7.7M
Transfers and
Financing
0.0M
0.0M
0.0M
Net Change
$(7.6)M
$(0.1)M
$7.5M
Revenue — Real estate transfer tax was up 7.9% from budget, or $463K, offset by decrease
from timing of state grants ($835K)
Expenditures — Variance due to approved projects not yet completed and carried over to
2018 $7.2M; Project savings of 430K; Operational savings of $100K
Fund Balance - $11.1M
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December 31, 2017
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Financial Report
December 31, 2017
Table of Contents
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT
Management's Discussion and Analysis
Government -wide Financial Statements:
Statement of Net Position
Statement of Activities
Page(s)
Al — A2
B1 — B7
C1
C2
Fund Financial Statements:
Governmental Funds:
Balance Sheet C3
Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balances C4
Proprietary Funds:
Statement of Net Position C5
Statement of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Fund Net Position C6
Statement of Cash Flows C7
Fiduciary Funds:
Statement of Fiduciary Net Position C8
Statement of Changes in Fiduciary Net Position C9
Notes to the Financial Statements D1 — D28
Required Supplementary Information:
General Fund:
Schedule of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance
— Budget (GAAP Basis) and Actual El — E2
Major Special Revenue Funds:
Schedule of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance
— Budget (GAAP Basis) and Actual:
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund E3
Vail Marketing Fund E4
Vail Local Marketing District E5
Vail Reinvestment Authority E6
Supplementary Information:
Capital Projects Fund:
Schedule of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance
— Budget (GAAP Basis) and Actual
Enterprise Funds:
Schedule of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position
— Budget (Non -GAAP Basis) and Actual with Reconciliation to GAAP Basis:
Timber Ridge Fund
Dispatch Services Fund
Internal Service Funds:
Schedule of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position
— Budget (Non -GAAP Basis) and Actual with Reconciliation to GAAP Basis:
Heavy Equipment Fund
Schedule of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position
— Budget (GAAP Basis) and Actual:
Health Insurance Fund
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Financial Report
December 31, 2017
Table of Contents
(Continued)
Page(s)
Supplementary Information (continued):
Internal Service Funds (continued):
Combining Statement of Net Position F6
Combining Statement of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position F7
Combining Statement of Cash Flows F8
Schedule of Project Expenditures — Budget (GAAP Basis) and Actual:
Capital Projects Fund F9
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund F10
Local Highway Finance Report F11 — F12
Undertaking to Provide Continuing Disclosure:
Table I — Vail Reinvestment Authority History of Pledged Revenues G1
Table II — Vail Reinvestment Authority History of Assessed Valuations G1
Table III — Mill Levies Affecting Property Owners within the Vail Reinvestment Authority Plan Area G1
Table IV — Largest Taxpayers in the Authority G2
Table V — 2017 Preliminary Assessed Valuation of Classes of Property in the Authority G2
Table VI — History of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance
— Vail Reinvestment Authority G3
Table VII — 2017 Budget Summary and Actual Comparison / 2018 Budget
— Vail Reinvestment Authority G4
Table VIII —Outstanding Revenue Obligations G4
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MCMAHAN AND ASSOCIATES, L.L.C.
Certified Public Accountants and Consultants
CHAPEL SQUARE, BLDG C
245 CHAPEL PLACE, SUITE 300
P.O. Box 5850, AVON, CO 81620
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT
To the Mayor and Members of Town Council
Town of Vail, Colorado
Vail, Colorado
Report on the Financial Statements
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We have audited the accompanying financial statements of the governmental activities, the business -type
activities, each major fund, and the aggregate remaining fund information of the Town of Vail, Colorado
(the "Town"), as of and for the year ended December 31, 2017, and related notes to the financial
statements, which collectively comprise the Town's basic financial statements as listed in the table of
contents.
Management's Responsibility for the Financial Statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these financial statements in
accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America; this includes
the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair
presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or
error.
Auditor Responsibility
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit. We
conducted our audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of
America. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance
about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement.
An audit includes performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in
the financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditor's judgment, including
assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or
error. In making those assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the Town's
preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in order to design audit procedures that are
appropriate in the circumstances. An audit also includes evaluation of the appropriateness of accounting
policies used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management, as well
as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for
our audit opinions.
Opinions
In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the
respective financial position of the governmental activities, the business -type activities, each major fund,
and the aggregate remaining fund information of the Town of Vail, Colorado as of December 31, 2017,
and the respective changes in financial position and where applicable, cash flows thereof for the year
then ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
Member: American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
PAUL J. BACKES, CPA, CGMA
MICHAEL N. JENKINS, CA, CPA, CGMA
DANIEL R. CUDAHY, CPA, CGMA
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ASPEN: (970) 544-3996
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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT
To the Mayor and Members of Town Council
Town of Vail, Colorado
Vail, Colorado
Other Matters
Accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require that Management's
Discussion and Analysis in Section B be presented to supplement the basic financial statements. Such
information, although not a part of the basic financial statements, is required by the Governmental
Accounting Standards Board, who considers it to be an essential part of financial reporting for placing the
basic financial statements in an appropriate operational, economic, or historical context. We have applied
certain limited procedures to the required supplementary information in accordance with auditing
procedures generally accepted in the United States of America, which consisted of inquiries of
management about the methods of preparing the information and comparing the information for
consistency with management's responses to our inquiries, the basic financial statements, and other
knowledge we obtained during our audit of the basic financial statements. We do not express an opinion
or provide any assurance on the information because the limited procedures do not provide us with
sufficient evidence to express an opinion or provide any assurance.
The budgetary comparison information in section E is not a required part of the basic financial statements
but is supplementary information required by accounting principles generally accepted in the United
States of America. This required supplementary information has been subjected to the auditing
procedures applied in the audit of the financial statements and certain additional procedures, including
comparing and reconciling such information directly to the underlying accounting and other records used
to prepare the financial statements, or to the financial statements themselves, and other additional
procedures in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. In
our opinion, the information is fairly stated in all material respects in relation to the financial statements as
a whole.
Our audit was conducted for the purpose of forming opinions on the financial statements that collectively
comprise the Town's financial statements taken as a whole. The accompanying supplementary
information in section F (including individual fund budgetary schedules, combining internal service fund
statements, budgetary schedules for project expenditures, and the Local Highway Finance Report) and
section G (the Town's Undertaking to Provide Continuing Disclosure) is presented for the purpose of
additional analysis and are not a required part of the Town's basic financial statements. The
supplementary information in sections F and G is the responsibility of management and was derived from
and relates directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the financial
statements. The information in section F has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the
audit of the financial statements and certain additional procedures, including comparing and reconciling
such information directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the financial
statements or to the financial statements themselves, and other additional procedures in accordance with
auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. In our opinion, the information in
section F is fairly stated in all material aspects in relation to the financial statements as a whole. The
information included in the Town's Undertaking to Provide Continuing Disclosure in section G has not
been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audit of the Town's basic financial statements
and, accordingly, we do not express an opinion or provide any assurance on it.
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MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Management's Discussion and Analysis
December 31, 2017
As management of the Town of Vail, Colorado (the "Town"), we offer readers of the Town's financial
statements this narrative overview and analysis of the financial activities of the Town for the fiscal year
ended December 31, 2017.
Overview of the Financial Statements
This discussion and analysis is intended to serve as an introduction to the Town's basic financial
statements. The Town's basic financial statements include three components: 1) government -wide
financial statements; 2) fund financial statements; and 3) notes to the financial statements. This report
also contains other supplementary information in addition to the basic financial statements.
Financial Highlights:
• The assets of the Town exceeded its liabilities at the close of the 2017 fiscal year by $272,607,524
(net position). Of this amount, $2,333,800 is restricted for TABOR emergency reserves and
$1,727,852 is restricted by enabling legislation.
• The Town's total net position increased in the 2017 fiscal year by $6,846,381 which was attributable
to increase from governmental activities of $6,155,647 and an increase of $690,734 from business -
type activities.
• At December 31, 2017, the fund balance of the General Fund was $29,289,331. Of that amount,
$2,225,694 was restricted for TABOR emergency reserves.
Government -wide financial statements: The government -wide financial statements are designed to
provide readers with a broad overview of the Town's finances in a manner similar to a private -sector
business.
The Statement of Net Position presents information on the Town's assets and liabilities, with the
difference between the two reported as net position. Over time, increases or decreases in net position
may serve as a useful indicator of whether the financial position of the Town is improving or deteriorating.
The Statement of Activities presents information showing how the government's net position changed
during the most recent fiscal year. All changes in net position are reported as soon as the underlying
event giving rise to the change occurs, regardless of the timing of related cash flows. Thus, revenues
and expenses are reported in this statement for some items that will only result in cash flows in future
fiscal periods (e.g. uncollected grant revenues or earned but unused vacation leave.)
Both of the government -wide financial statements distinguish functions of the Town that are principally
supported by taxes and intergovernmental revenues (governmental activities) and those that are
supported by external revenues (business -type activities). The governmental activities of the Town
include general government, public safety, public works, transportation, culture and recreation, and
economic development. The business -type activities of the Town consist of housing conducted through
Timber Ridge Apartments, and dispatch services, conducted through Vail Public Safety Communications
(both enterprise funds of the Town).
The government -wide financial statements include not only the Town itself (known as the primary
government), but also a legally separate marketing district (Vail Local Marketing District) and a legally
separate urban renewal authority (Vail Reinvestment Authority). Because these component units function
for all practical purposes as departments of the Town, their financial position and activities have been
included as an integral part of the primary government.
The government -wide financial statements can be found on pages C1 and C2 of this report.
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Overview of the Financial Statements (continued)
Fund Financial Statements: A fund is an accounting entity that has a set of self -balancing accounts that
records all financial transactions for specific activities or governmental functions. The Town, like other
state and local governments, uses fund accounting to ensure and demonstrate compliance with finance -
related legal requirements. The Town's funds can be divided into three categories: governmental funds,
proprietary funds, and fiduciary funds.
Governmental Funds: Governmental funds are used to account for essentially the same functions
reported as governmental activities in the government -wide financial statements. However, unlike
government -wide financial statements, governmental fund financial statements focus on near-term inflows
and outflows of spendable resources as well as on balances of spendable resources available at the end
of the fiscal year. Such information may be useful in evaluating a government's near-term financing
requirements.
Because the focus of governmental funds is narrower than that of the government -wide financial
statements, it is useful to compare the information presented for governmental activities in the
government -wide financial statements. By doing so, readers may better understand the long-term impact
of the governments' near-term financing decisions. Both the governmental fund Balance Sheet and the
governmental Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balances provide a
reconciliation to facilitate this comparison between governmental funds and governmental activities.
The Town's governmental funds include the General Fund, Debt Service Fund, Capital Projects Fund and
three Special Revenue Funds — Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund, and Vail Marketing Fund— as well as the
Vail Local Marketing District and the Vail Reinvestment Authority, which are component units of the Town.
The Town adopts an annual appropriated budget for all governmental funds. A budgetary comparison
statement has been provided for all funds to demonstrate compliance with the state budget statute.
The basic governmental fund financial statements can be found on pages C3 and C4 of this report.
Proprietary Funds: The Town reports two categories of proprietary funds — Internal Service and
Enterprise. The Heavy Equipment Fund and Health Insurance Fund are internal service funds, while
Timber Ridge and the Dispatch Services Fund are reported as enterprise funds. As their name implies,
the internal service funds provide services to the Town's governmental activities. Timber Ridge provides
affordable rental housing to people who work in Vail and the Dispatch Services Fund provides dispatch
services to emergencies service agencies throughout Eagle County. Enterprise fund functions are
presented as business -type activities in the government -wide financial statements.
Proprietary funds provide the same type of information as the government -wide financial statements, only
in more detail.
The basic proprietary fund financial statements can be found on pages C5 through C7 of this report. The
Town also presents a budgetary comparison for its proprietary funds.
Fiduciary Funds: Fiduciary funds are used to account for resources held for the benefit of parties
outside the government. Fiduciary funds are not reflected in the government -wide financial statements
because the resources of those funds are not available to support the Town's own programs. The
accounting used for fiduciary funds is much like that used for proprietary funds. The basic fiduciary fund
financial statements, for the Town's pension plan, can be found on pages C8 and C9 of this report.
Notes to the Financial Statements: The notes provide additional information that is essential to a full
understanding of the data provided in the government -wide and fund financial statements. The Notes to
the Financial Statements can be found on pages D1 through D28 of this report.
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Overview of the Financial Statements (continued)
Government -wide Financial Analysis: As previously mentioned, the government -wide financial
statements are designed to provide readers with a broad overview and long-term analysis of the Town's
finances, in a manner similar to a private -sector business.
Net position may serve over time as a useful indicator of a government's financial position. In the case of
the Town, governmental assets exceeded liabilities by $267,257,911 at the close of the most recent fiscal
year. Approximately 70% of the Town's net position are invested in capital assets (land, buildings,
equipment), less related outstanding debt. Since the Town uses these capital assets to provide services
to citizens, these assets are not available for future spending, including provision of resources to repay
the debt.
The table below shows the Town's net position for 2017 and 2016.
Governmental Activities
2017
(as restated)
2016
Business -type Activities Total
2017
(as restated)
2016
2017
(as restated)
2016
Current and other assets $ 95,127,383 $ 106,662,729 $ (5,308,249) $ (5,890,603) $ 89,819,134 $ 100,772,126
Capital assets(net) 194,284,899 176,568,977 10,974,450 10,836,981 205,259,349 187,405,958
Total assets 289,412,282 283,231,706 5,666,201 4,946,378 295,078,483 288,178,084
Long-term liabilities
outstanding 9,405,545 9,802,833 63,742 54,668 9,469,287 9,857,501
Other liabilities 7,697,700 7,663,110 252,846 232,265 7,950,546 7,895,375
Total liabilities 17,103,245 17,465,943 316,588 286,933 17,419,833 17,752,876
Deferred inflows 5,051,126 4,663,845 - 5,051,126 4,663,845
Net Position:
Invested in capital
assets, net of related
debt 185,538,575 167,242,865 3,389,763 2,991,093 188,928,338 170,233,958
Restricted 4,063,652 16,505,320 - 4,063,652 16,505,320
Unrestricted 77,655,684 77,353,733 1,959,850 1,668,352 79,615,534 79,022,085
Total net position $ 267,257,911 $ 261,101,918 $ 5,349,613 $ 4,659,445 $ 272,607,524 $ 265,761,363
The Town's current assets from governmental activities and capital assets decreased mainly due to cash
funding capital assets such as the Chamonix Vail town homes. Major construction projects during 2017
also included completion of the Sandstone 1-70 Underpass project, improvements to Ford Park fields and
playground, the Intermountain Fuels reduction project, and completion of the Golf Clubhouse and Nordic
Center.
The Town's long-term liabilities from governmental activities decreased due to scheduled principal
payments on Vail Reinvestment Authority's outstanding debt. The Authority's 2010A and 2010B Tax
Increment Bonds will be retired in 2018 and 2030, respectively.
The Timber Ridge Enterprise Fund notes payable to the Town mature in 2032 and 2033. They are
reported as "internal balances" in the government -wide presentation on page C1. Details of the
promissory notes due from the Timber Ridge Enterprise Fund are found in note IV.F of this report.
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Overview of the Financial Statements (continued)
The chart below provides financial information from the Town's Statement of Activities for the years 2017
and 2016.
Town of Vail's Changes in Net Position
Governmental Business -type
Activities Activities
Total
2017 2016 2017 2016 2017 2016
Revenue:
Program Revenue
Charges for services $ 9,423,805 $ 9,310,833 $ 3,406,276 $ 3,293,234 $ 12,830,081 $ 12,604,067
Operating grants 2,189,089 2,335,383 796,803 770,740 2,985,892 3,106,123
Capital grants 230,810 195,032 - 230,810 195,032
General Revenue
Property and ownership tax 9,461,059 8,879,103 - 9,461,059 8,879,103
Sales and lodging tax 32,043,038 31,884,921 32,043,038 31,884,921
Other taxes 12,177,639 13,037,850 - 12,177,639 13,037,850
Interest and other revenue 1,719,410 1,057,927 31,166 28,865 1,750,576 1,086,792
Transfers (150,000) 150,000 - -
Total Revenue 67,094,850 66,701,049 4,384,245 4,092,839 71,479,095 70,793,888
Expenses:
General government 7,794,684 7,527,645 - 7,794,684 7,527,645
Public safety 11,226,473 10,549,407 2,724,952 2,574,483 13,951,425 13,123,890
Public works and transportation 21,276,796 19,216,959 - 21,276,796 19,216,959
Culture and recreation 12,906,999 10,190,109 - 12,906,999 10,190,109
Economic development 7,188,463 6,703,946 - 7,188,463 6,703,946
Housing 968,559 951,057 968,559 951,057
Interest 545,788 558,026 - 545,788 558,026
Total Expenses 60,939,203 54,746,092 3,693,511 3,525,540 64,632,714 58,271,632
Change in Net Position 6,155,647 11,954,957 690,734 567,299 6,846,381 12,522,256
Net Position January 1
Restatement of Accumulated Depreciation
Net Position January 1 (Restated)
Net Position December 31
225,007,635
36,094,629
213,052,678
4,712,636
(53,757)
4,145, 337
229,720,271
36,040,872
217,198,015
261,102,264 213,052,678 4,658,879 4,145,337 265,761,143 217,198,015
$ 267,257,911 $ 225,007,635 $ 5,349,613 $ 4,712,636 $ 272,607,524 $ 229,720,271
Governmental Activities: Governmental activities increased the Town's net position by $6,155,647. The
following items represent other significant governmental activities during 2017:
• Decreased winter visitation caused by a lack of snowfall and impacts from decreased lodging
inventory due to renovations contributed to a decrease from prior year in sales tax of 1% or 171,761
respectively.
• Increased visitation in summer resulted in summer sales tax collection growth of $228,964, with June
and July up 5.5% and 7.9% over the prior year.
• Lodging tax increased $104,402, or 3.2% over prior year as a result of increased summer visitation.
• Property and ownership tax revenue increased $581,956, or 1°/0 over the prior year.
• Long-term liabilities were reduced by $535,000 through principal repayments.
• Lift tax decreased 6% over prior year.
• Parking daily sales decreased $517,921 or 12% over prior year.
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Overview of the Financial Statements (continued)
Business -type Activities: Business -type activities are comprised of Timber Ridge Enterprise Fund, a
fund providing affordable housing to people working in Vail, and Vail Public Safety Communications
Center, an enterprise fund providing dispatch services to emergency service agencies throughout Eagle
County.
Financial Analysis of the Town's Funds
As previously mentioned, the Town uses fund accounting to ensure and demonstrate compliance with
finance -related legal requirements.
Governmental Funds: The focus of the Town's governmental funds is to provide information on near-
term inflows, outflows, and balances of spendable resources. Such information is useful in assessing the
Town's financing requirements. In particular, fund balance may serve as a useful measure of a
government's net resources available for spending at the end of the fiscal year.
As of the end of the current fiscal year, the Town's governmental funds reported combined ending fund
balances of $77,842,807 a decrease of $11,712,943 from the prior year's ending fund balances primarily
due to the use of reserves to cash -fund the construction of the Chamonix Vail town homes. The funds will
be replenished upon sales of the units in 2018. The following details ending fund balances for the past
five years:
Fund 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
General Fund
Capital Projects Fund
Real Estate Transfer Tax
Conference Center Fund
Vail Marketing Fund
Vail Local Marketing District
Debt Service Fund
Vail Reinvestment Authority
Total
$16,401,973
25,769,300
16,848,758
1,942,890
185,851
1,413,521
21,311
6,851,969
$69,435,573
$19,687,223 $23,622,509
30,409,349 40,542,297
16, 282, 049 17, 797, 519
1,962,353 -
196,757 203,263
1,361,593 1,552,198
5,924,250 5,443,901
$75,823,574 $89,161,687
$27,300,260
44,836,870
11,256,285
259,452
1,590,734
4,312,149
$29,289,331
32,761,887
11,142,914
323,606
1,260,297
3,064,772
$89,555,750 $77,842,807
The Town's reserves continue to be strong with post -recession growth allowing for the cash funding on
many recent capital projects. In 2013, a 9.7% increase in sales tax collections helped to offset an $8M
investment in Timber Ridge funded by the General Fund reserves. During 2014 and 2015 the General
Fund continued to see large increases in reserves of $3.3M and $3.9M due to increases in sales tax
collections, construction activity, parking, and lift tax. In 2016, the General Fund balance increased by
$3.7M from prior year in part due to increases is sales tax, parking revenue, property taxes, and lift tax.
Expenditure savings of $2.4M also contributed to the increase in reserves.
During 2017, General Fund reserves increased by $2M primarily due to expenditure savings due to
staffing vacancies and department operations savings. Sales tax collections of $25.6M were down less
than 1% from prior year primarily due to December's lack of snow fall and reduced lodging inventory due
to hotel renovations. Lift Tax collections and parking revenue were also impacted, down 6% and 6.3%
from 2016. Despite the slow start to the 2017-2018 ski season, the town experienced strong sales tax
growth during March/April (up a combined 13.5%), as well and increases in summer sales tax collections,
with June up 5.5% and July up 7.9% compared to prior year. Reserve levels in the Capital Projects Fund
and RETT Fund normally fluctuate as funds are spent on major projects. The Capital Projects Fund
experienced flat revenues from prior year however reserves decreased $12.1M due to cash funding the
Chamonix Vail town home development. $17.7M will be replenished during 2018 when the units are sold.
Although Real Estate Transfer Tax collections decreased 7.8% from prior year, RETT reserves increased
slightly due to less construction activity as several major projects were completed such as the Vail golf
and Nordic Clubhouse and the Chalet Road Sport Courts.
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Financial Analysis of the Town's Funds (continued)
The Vail Reinvestment Authority (VRA) was added in 2004 to administer an urban renewal authority
established in the Lionshead area of the Town. The incremental property taxes generated $4.5M in 2017,
providing a funding mechanism for capital improvements within the district by covering annual debt
service payments of $1.1M relating to $11.9M in bonds issued in 2010. The bonds have funded several
projects including a new Transit and Welcome Center, a remodel of the Vail Public Library, and
improvements to both the east and west portals into Lionshead Village. Other capital projects within the
district have been funded from annual tax increment collections such as Sun Bird Park, reconstruction of
the Lionshead parking entry, Zeke M. Pierce Skate Park, and the Sandstone Underpass. The bonds are
scheduled to be paid off by 2030, when the district will expire.
Over the last five years the town's strong reserve levels have enabled Town Council to cash -fund all
capital projects. While reserves at the end of 2017 were at $71.9, they are expected to decrease to
$52.4M in 2018 with current ongoing projects.
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Proprietary Funds: The Town's proprietary funds provide the same type of information found in the
government -wide financial statements, but in more detail. In January, 2014 the Town added the Timber
Ridge Enterprise Fund to reflect the transfer of all assets and liabilities of the Timber Ridge Affordable
Housing Corporation. Operations of the Timber Ridge housing project are now reported within this
enterprise fund of the town. In September, 2014 the Corporation was administratively dissolved.
Unrestricted net position for the Heavy Equipment Fund, Timber Ridge Enterprise Fund, and the Dispatch
Services Fund at the end of the year were $1,888,476; $545,470; and $1,414,380, respectively. The
Health Insurance Fund net position was $3,449,662, all of which are restricted for the Town's self-funded
health insurance program.
Budget Variances in the General Fund: General Fund revenue was lower than the amended budget by
$316,359 or less than 1% mainly due to flat lift tax collections and parking revenues. Expenditures were
below budget by $1,926,008 or 5.0% due to staffing vacancies and operations savings resulting from
conservative spending by town departments and impact of milder winter conditions.
Capital Assets: The Town's government -wide capital assets, net of accumulated depreciation,
increased by $17,853,390 in 2017. Capital additions included eight new hybrid buses completion of the
East Vail Fire station renovation, completion of the Vail Golf and Nordic Clubhouse, and two new
employee housing units. Construction in process increased $16,393,429 with the continuation of the
Chamonix Vail town homes and the construction of the new parking structure at Red Sandstone.
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Financial Analysis of the Town's Funds (continued)
Additional information, as well as a detailed classification of the Town's net capital assets, can be found in
the Notes to the Financial Statements in footnote IV.0 of this report.
Long-term Debt: As of the end of the current fiscal year, the Vail Reinvestment Authority had
$8,805,000 of tax increment bonds outstanding, of which $535,000 of bond principal is due within one
year. Additional information regarding the Authority's debt can be found in the Notes to the Financial
Statements in footnote IV.G of this report.
Sales Tax: During 2017, the Town had a 4% general sales tax to support governmental operations,
including capital expenditures. The following chart shows changes in the general sales tax for the past
ten years. The Town experienced a leveling off of sales tax growth when compared to prior years, with
total collections down less than 1')/0 from the prior year.
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Next Year's Budget and Rates: The Town's General Fund balance at the end of the current fiscal year
was $29,289,331; representing 77% of annual revenue.
Request for information
This financial report is designed to provide a general overview of the Town's finances for all those with an
interest in the government's finances. Questions concerning any of the information provided in this report
should be addressed to the Town of Vail, Finance Director, 75 S. Frontage Road, Vail, Colorado 81657.
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GOVERNMENT -WIDE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Statement of Net Position
December 31, 2017
Governmental Business -type
Activities Activities
Assets:
Equity in pooled cash and investments 65,637,844 1,577,206
Unrestricted cash and investments 6,624,761 990,071
Cash and cash equivalents - Restricted 1,626,174 84,479
Receivables (net of allowance for uncollectible accounts):
Property taxes assessed 5,051,126
Other taxes 5,434,370
Other governments 423,109
Other 790,386 20,104
Inventory 279,614
Prepaid expenses 48,692 354
Interest receivable 41,154
Internal balances 8,484,687 (8,484,687)
Rent receivable 504,224
Loans receivable:
Collectible in more than one year 685,466
Capital assets not being depreciated 48,055,527 4,399,500
Capital assets being depreciated, net of accumulated
depreciation 146,229,372 6,574,950
Total Assets 289,412,282
Liabilities:
Accounts payable
Due to other governments
Retainage payable
Accrued salaries and wages
Interest payable
Other unearned revenue
Deposits payable
Compensated absences:
Due within one year
Due in more than one year
Bonds payable:
Due within one year
Due in more than one year
Capital lease obligation:
Due within one year
Due in more than one year
2,802,371
15,258
679,104
430,216
43,405
2,159, 266
512,155
491,226
1,102, 744
535,000
8,271,912
29,699
30,889
Total
67,215,050
7,614,832
1,710,653
5,051,126
5,434,370
423,109
810,490
279,614
49,046
41,154
504,224
685,466
52,455,027
152,804,322
5,666,201 295,078,483
33,851
29,169
41,154
36,882
84,472
27,318
63,742
2,836,222
15,258
679,104
459,385
84,559
2,196,148
596,627
518,544
1,166,486
535,000
8,271,912
29,699
30,889
Total Liabilities 17,103,245 316,588 17,419,833
Deferred Inflow of Resources:
Unavailable property taxes
Total Deferred Inflow of Resources
5,051,126 5,051,126
5,051,126 5,051,126
Net Position:
Net investment in capital assets 185,538,575
Restricted for:
Emergencies 2,333,800
Other purposes 1,729,852
Unrestricted 77,655,684
Total Net Position 267,257,911
3,389,763
1,959,850
188,928,338
2,333,800
1,729,852
79,615,534
5,349,613 272,607,524
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Balance Sheet
Governmental Funds
December 31, 2017
Real Estate Vail Vail Local Vail Capital Total
General Transfer Tax Marketing Marketing Reinvestment Projects Governmental
Fund Fund Fund District Authority Fund Funds
Assets:
Equity in pooled cash and investments 24,526,412 11,283,483 323,606 23,987,746 60,121,247
Cash and cash equivalents - Unrestricted 12,751 - 710,296 5,901,714 6,624,761
Cash and cash equivalents - Restricted - - 1,426,871 1,426,871
Receivables, net of allowance for uncollectible
accounts:
Property taxes assessed 5,051,126 - - - 5,051,126
Other taxes 4,690,714 109,180 628,339 6,137 5,434,370
Other governments 403,109 - - 20,000 423,109
Other 430,479 178,690 175,518 784,687
Due from other funds 80,542 - - 4,179,717 4,260,259
Loans receivable 685,466 8,484,687 9,170,153
Prepaid expenses 35,282 12,910 - 48,192
Total Assets 35,915,881 11,571,353 323,606 1,351,545 7,328,585 36,853,805 93,344,775
Liabilities and Fund Equity:
Liabilities:
Accounts payable 481,432 134,335
Due to other governments 11,692 3,566
Due to other funds - -
Retainage payable - 172,500
Accrued payroll and related liabilities 414,862
Unearned revenue 155,283 118,038
Deposits payable 512,155 -
Total Liabilities 1,575,424 428,439
Deferred Inflows of Resources:
Property taxes
Total Deferred Inflows of Resources
91,248 3,554
4,260,259
1,699,369 2,409,938
15,258
4,260,259
506,604 679,104
414,862
1,885,945 2,159,266
512,155
91,248 4,263,813 4,091,918 10,450,842
5,051,126 5,051,126
5,051,126 - - 5,051,126
Fund Balances:
Non -spendable 720,748 12,910 8,484,687 9,218,345
Restricted 2,315,751 - 110,000 1,637,901 - 4,063,652
Committed 9,578,307 11,142,914 323,606 1,137,387 - 20,107,300 42,289,514
Assigned - 1,426,871 4,169,900 5,596,771
Unassigned 16,674,525 - - 16,674,525
Total Fund Balances 29,289,331 11,142,914 323,606 1,260,297 3,064,772 32,761,887 77,842,807
Total Liabilities and Fund Balances 35,915,881 11,571,353 323,606 1,351,545 7,328,585 36,853,805
Amounts reported for governmental activities in the Statement of Net Position are different because:
Capital assets used in governmental activities are not financial resources and, therefore, are not reported in the funds. 189,155,435
Other long-term assets and unearned charges are not available for current period expenditures and, therefore, are not reported in the funds. 240,457
Internal service funds are used by management to charge the costs of heavy equipment and health insurance to individual funds.
The assets and liabilities of the internal service funds are included in governmental activities in the Statement of Net Position. 10,467,600
Long-term liabilities, including bonds payable, interest payable, capital leases, and compensated absences within governmental
activities are not due and payable in the current period and, therefore, are not reported in the funds. (10,448,388)
Net Position of Governmental Activities 267,257,911
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Revenues:
Taxes
Permits and licenses
Intergovernmental revenue
Charges for services
Investment income
Interest subsidy
Miscellaneous
Total Revenues
Expenditures:
General government
Public safety
Public works and transportation
Culture and recreation
Economic development
Debt service:
Principal
Interest
Total Expenditures
Excess (Deficiency) of Revenues
Over Expenditures
Town of Vail, Colorado
Statement of Revenues, Expenditures Changes in Fund Balances
Governmental Funds
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
Real Estate Vail
General Transfer Tax Marketing
Fund Fund Fund
Vail Local
Marketing
District
Vail Capital Total
Reinvestment Projects Governmental
Authority Fund Funds
26,589,152 6,313,610 -
1,763,740 384,253
2,308,333 54,522 -
7,150,047 169,002 -
208,432 79,119 3,115
247,785 159,402
3,303,027 4,514,083 12,058,507 52,778,379
- - 2,147,993
- - 63,695 2,426,550
- - 159,135 7,478,184
147 3,272 355,034 649,119
- 168,427 168,427
- - 775,633 1,182,820
38,267,489 6,775,655 387,368
3,303,174 4,685,782 13,412,004 66,831,472
7,398,839
10,185,581
14,757,754
1,236,563
2,727,281
241,430
4,244,957 -
2,402,639
323,214 3,633,611
29,452,457
690,688
515,000 60,683
547,753 3,565
7,398,839
10,427,011
48,455,168
3,639,202
7,374,794
575,683
551,318
36,306,018 6,889,026 323,214 3,633,611 1,753,441
29,516,705 78,422,015
1,961,471 (113,371) 64,154 (330,437) 2,932,341 (16,104,701) (11,590,543)
Other Financing Sources (Uses):
Sale of assets 27,600 - -
Transfers in -
Transfers (out) - - - (4,179,718)
Total Other Financing Sources (Uses) 27,600 (4,179,718)
Net Change in Fund Balances
Fund Balances - January 1
Fund Balances - December 31
4,179,718
(150,000)
27,600
4,179,718
(4,329,718)
4,029,718
(122,400)
1,989,071 (113,371) 64,154 (330,437) (1,247,377)
27,300,260 11,256,285 259,452 1,590,734 4,312,149
(12,074,983) (11,712,943)
44,836,870 89,555,750
29,289,331 11,142,914 323,606 1,260,297 3,064,772
32,761,887 77,842,807
Net Change in Fund Balances of Governmental Funds
Amounts reported for governmental activities in the Statement of Activities are different because:
Governmental funds report capital outlays as expenditures. However, in the Statement of Activities, the cost of
over their estimated useful lives as depreciation expense. This is the amount by which capital outlay exceeded
of disposals for the year.
Internal service funds are used by management to charge the cost of heavy equipment and health insurance to
amount of internal service fund change in net position for the year.
Repayment of bond and lease principal are expenditures in the governmental funds, but the repayment reduces
Statement of Net Position. This is the amount of principal repayments.
those assets is allocated
depreciation expense, net
individual funds. This is the
long-term liabilities in the
Revenues in the Statement of Activities that do not provide current financial resources are not reported as revenues in the funds.
Some expenses reported in the Statement of Activities do not require the use of current financial resources and, therefore, are not reported
as expenditures in governmental funds.
Change in Net Position of Governmental Activities
The accompanying notes are in integral part of these financial statements.
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(11,712,943)
16,652,858
748,336
575,683
(71,221)
(37,066)
6,155,647
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Proprietary Funds
Statement of Net Position
December 31, 2017
Business -type Activities
Enterprise Fund -
Dispatch
Enterprise Fund - Services
Timber Ridge Fund
TOTAL
Governmental
Activities -
Internal
Service Funds
Assets:
Current Assets:
Equity in pooled cash and investments - 1,577,206 1,577,206 5,516,597
Cash and cash equivalents - Unrestricted 990,071 - 990,071
Accounts receivable, net of allowance for uncollectibles 20,104 - 20,104 5,699
Inventory 279,614
Prepaid expenses 354 - 354 500
Total Current Assets 1,010,529 1,577,206 2,587,735 5,802,410
Non-current Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents - Restricted
Rent receivable
Property, plant, and equipment, net of accumulated
depreciation
Total Non-current Assets
Total Assets
Liabilities:
Current Liabilities:
Accounts payable
Deposits payable
Unearned revenue
Accrued interest payable
Accrued salaries and wages
Current portion of compensated absences
Total Current Liabilities
84,479
504,224
10,263,745
84,479
504,224
710,705 10,974,450
10,852,448 710,705
11,862,977 2,287,911
27,254
84,472
882
41,154
6,597
36,000
29,169
27,318
153,762 99,084
5,129,462
11,563,153 5,129,462
14,150, 888 10, 931, 872
33,851
84,472
36,882
41,154
29,169
27,318
392,429
15,354
16,946
252,846 424,729
Non-current Liabilities:
Notes payable 8,484,687 - 8,484,687
Compensated absences, net of current portion - 63,742 63,742 39,543
Total Non-current Liabilities 8,484,687 63,742 8,548,429 39,543
Total Liabilities
8,638,449 162,826
8,801,275 464,272
Net Position:
Net investment in capital assets 2,679,058 710,705 3,389,763 5,129,462
Unrestricted 545,470 1,414,380 1,959,850 5,338,138
Total Net Position 3,224,528 2,125,085 5,349,613 10,467,600
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Proprietary Funds
Statement of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Fund Net Position
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
Business -type Activities
Enterprise Fund -
Dispatch
Enterprise Fund - Services
Timber Ridge Fund
TOTAL
Governmental
Activities -
Internal
Service Funds
Operating Revenues:
Charges for services - Internal - 659,571 659,571 6,726,321
Charges for services - External - 1,231,642 1,231,642 729,490
Rent 1,359,914 1,359,914 -
Ground lease 155,149 155,149 -
Insurance reimbursements - - 20,304
Other 22,425 19,994 42,419 18,354
Total Operating Revenues 1,537,488 1,911,207 3,448,695 7,494,469
Operating Expenses:
Operations 503,646 2,570,391 3,074,037 2,424,603
Health claims and premiums - - - 4,429,122
Depreciation 337,190 154,561 491,751 794,507
Total Operating Expenses 840,836 2,724,952 3,565,788 7,648,232
Operating Income (Loss) 696,652 (813,745) (117,093) (153,763)
Non -Operating Revenues (Expenses):
Intergovernmental revenues - 776,809 776,809 -
Gain (loss) on disposal of assets - - - 190,237
Investment income 1,230 7,511 8,741 37,167
Interest expense (127,723) - (127,723) -
Transfers in - 150,000 150,000 -
Total Non -Operating Revenues (Expenses) (126,493) 934,320 807,827 227,404
Income (Loss) Before Capital Contributions 570,159 120,575 690,734 73,641
Capital Contributions, Net 674,695
Change in Net Position 570,159 120,575 690,734 748,336
Net Position - January 1 (Restated) 2,654,369 2,004,510 4,658,879 9,719,264
Net Position - December 31 3,224,528 2,125,085 5,349,613 10,467,600
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Proprietary Funds
Statement of Cash Flows
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
Cash Flows From Operating Activities:
Cash received from other funds
Cash received from tenants for rent
Cash received from (refunded to) tenants for security deposits, net
Other cash receipts
Cash paid for goods and services
Cash paid to employees
Net Cash Provided (Used) by Operating Activities
Cash Flows From Non -Capital Financing Activities:
Transfer from (to) other funds
Cash received from operating grants
Net Cash Provided by Non -Capital Financing Activities
Cash Flows From Capital and Related Financing Activities:
Cash received on disposal of fixed assets
Interest paid
Acquisition and construction of capital assets
Net Cash (Used) by Capital and Related Financing Activities
Cash Flows From Investing Activities:
Interest on investments
Net Cash Provided by Investing Activities
Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents - January 1
Cash and Cash Equivalents - December 31
Cash and Cash Equivalents at December 31 is Comprised of:
Equity in pooled cash and investments
Cash and cash equivalents - Unrestricted
Cash and cash equivalents - Restricted
Total - Cash and Cash Equivalents
Reconciliation of Operating Income (Loss) to Net Cash
Provided (Used) by Operating Activities:
Operating Income/(Loss)
Adjustments:
Depreciation
(Increase) decrease in accounts receivable
(Increase) decrease in rent receivable
(Increase) decrease in inventory
(Increase) decrease in prepaid expenses
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable
Increase (decrease) in tenant security deposits
Increase (decrease) in prepaid rent
Increase (decrease) in other liabilities
Increases (decreases) in accrued wages and benefits
Total Adjustments
Net Cash Provided (Used) by Operating Activities
Schedule of Non -Cash Investing, Capital and Financing Activities:
Assets donated by Capital Projects Fund
Business -type Activities
Enterprise Fund -
Dispatch
Enterprise Fund - Services
Timber Ridge Fund
1,359,469
5,538
8,178
(517,999)
855,186
(361,769)
(361,769)
(129,984)
(325,715)
(455,699)
1,230
1,230
38,948
1,035,602
1,074,550
990,071
84,479
1,074,550
696,652
337,190
(14,247)
(155,149)
(34)
(14,319)
5,538
(445)
158,534
855,186
659,571
1,251,636
(511,005)
(2,018,245)
(618,043)
150,000
776,809
926,809
(304,070)
(304,070)
7,511
7,511
12,207
1,564,999
1,577,206
1,577,206
1,577,206
(813,745)
154,561
42
36,000
5,099
195,702
(618,043)
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Governmental
Activities -
Internal
TOTAL Service Funds
659,571
1,359,469
5,538
1,259,814
(1,029,004)
(2,018,245)
237,143
(211,769)
776,809
565,040
(129,984)
(629,785)
(759,769)
8,741
8,741
51,155
2,600,601
2,651,756
1,577,206
990,071
84,479
2,651,756
(117,093)
491,751
(14,247)
(155,149)
(34)
(14,277)
5,538
(445)
36,000
5,099
354,236
237,143
6,726,321
763,714
(6,008,200)
(1,119,324)
362,511
220,303
(1,091,774)
(871,471)
37,167
37,167
(471,793)
5,988,390
5,516,597
5,516,597
5,516,597
(153,763)
794,507
(4,434)
(13,439)
(500)
(253,918)
(5,942)
516,274
362,511
674,695
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Fiduciary Funds
Statement of Fiduciary Net Position
December 31, 2017
Assets:
Cash and investments - Restricted
Loans to participants
Total Assets
Net Position:
Held in trust for pension benefits and
other purposes
Total Net Position
Deferred
Pension Compensation
Trust Plan
71,274,952
488,160
16,936,295
71,763,112 16,936,295
71,763,112 16,936,295
71,763,112 16,936,295
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Fiduciary Funds
Statement of Changes in Fiduciary Net Position
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
Additions:
Contributions
Investment income (loss)
Total Additions
Deductions:
Professional fees
Benefits paid
Total Deductions
Deferred
Pension Compensation
Trust Plan
3,118,911
8,937,527
1,242,324
2,006,448
12,056,438 3,248,772
36,380
2,541,224
688
747,297
2,577,604 747,985
Change in Net Position 9,478,834 2,500,787
Net Position - January 1 62,284,278 14,435,508
Net Position - December 31 71,763,112 16,936,295
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
I. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
The Town of Vail, Colorado (the "Town") was incorporated in 1972, under the provisions of Article
XX of the Colorado Constitution and Municipal Home Rule Act of 1971. The Town operates
under a Council -Manager form of government. The Town's major operations include public
safety, public works and transportation, culture and recreation, economic development,
administration (general government), and housing.
The Town's financial statements are prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles ("GAAP"). The Governmental Accounting Standards Board ("GASB") is responsible for
establishing GAAP for state and local governments through its pronouncements (Statements and
Interpretations). The more significant accounting policies established by GAAP used by the Town
are discussed below.
A. Reporting Entity
The reporting entity consists of (a) the primary government; i.e., the Town, and (b)
organizations for which the Town is financially accountable. The Town is considered
financially accountable for legally separate organizations if it is able to appoint a voting
majority of an organization's governing body and is either able to impose its will on that
organization or there is a potential for the organization to provide specific financial
benefits to, or to impose specific financial burdens on, the Town. Consideration is also
given to other organizations which are fiscally dependent; i.e., unable to adopt a budget,
levy taxes, or issue debt without approval by the Town. Organizations for which the
nature and significance of their relationship with the Town are such that exclusion would
cause the reporting entity's financial statements to be misleading or incomplete are also
included in the reporting entity.
The accompanying financial statements present the primary government and its
component units; entities for which the government is considered to be financially
accountable. Blended component units, although legally separate entities, are, in
substance, part of the Town's operations. There are two blended component units
reported in the Town's financial statements: Vail Local Marketing District (the "District"),
and Vail Reinvestment Authority (the "Authority"). The financial statements of these
entities can be obtained from the Town's administrative offices. A third blended
component unit, Town of Vail General Improvement District No. 1, is a dormant entity
and, therefore, has no financial statements to report.
1. Vail Local Marketing District
The District was authorized on November 2, 1999 by a general election that
established a 1.4% tax on lodging within the Town's boundaries, beginning
January 1, 2000. Proceeds from the tax are to be used for organization,
management, promotion, and marketing of public events, for business
recruitment, and for tourism promotion. Town Council members also act as the
District's Board of Directors. The District is reported as a special revenue fund.
2. Vail Reinvestment Authority
The Authority was created on November 4, 2003 pursuant to the Colorado Urban
Renewal Law (C.R.S. 31-25-1) to oversee development and redevelopment of
identified blighted areas within the Town. The Town Council approved the
formation of the Authority at a public hearing, and filed applicable certification of
compliance with the Division of Local Government. Its operations are governed
by a Board of Commissioners comprised solely of members of the Town Council.
The Authority is reported as a special revenue fund.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
I. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
A. Reporting Entity (continued)
3. Town of Vail General Improvement District No. 1
On October 3, 2006, the Town Council accepted a petition requesting formation
of Town of Vail General Improvement District No. 1. The District is a public, or
quasi -municipal, subdivision of the state of Colorado and a body corporate with
the powers set forth in Part 6, Article 25, Title 31 of the Colorado Revised
Statutes. The Town Council is the ex -officio Board of Directors of the District.
Services provided by the District include (a) programming, regulating, and
generally administering public functions to be conducted on the public plaza
which will be constructed as part of the Solaris redevelopment project and (b)
maintaining the plaza to the extent that the Solaris Metropolitan District fails to do
so.
At a special election on November 7, 2006, the eligible electors of the District
authorized imposition of a mill levy of not more than fifteen mills in any year for
the purpose of funding the administration, operation, and maintenance of the
District's facilities should the Solaris Metropolitan District fail to do so.
As of December 31, 2017, the District had not begun operations or imposed a
mill levy, resulting in no financial statements to be reported.
B. Government -wide and Fund Financial Statements
The Town's basic financial statements include both government -wide (reporting the Town
as a whole) and fund financial statements (reporting the Town's major funds).
Government -wide financial statements report on information of all of the non -fiduciary
activities of the Town and its component units. Both the government -wide and fund
financial statements categorize primary activities as either governmental or business -
type. The Town's public safety, public works and transportation, culture and recreation,
economic development, and administration functions are classified as governmental
activities. Timber Ridge and emergency dispatch services of the Town are classified as
business -type activities.
The government -wide Statement of Activities reports both the gross and net cost of each
of the Town's governmental functions and business -type activities. The governmental
functions are also supported by general government revenues (sales taxes, property and
specific ownership taxes, investment earnings, etc.). The Statement of Activities reduces
gross expenses (including depreciation) by related program revenues, operating and
capital grants.
Program revenues must be directly associated with the governmental function or a
business -type activity. Operating grants include operating -specific and discretionary
(either operating or capital) grants while the capital grants column reflects capital -specific
grants.
The government -wide focus is on the sustainability of the Town as an entity and the
change in the Town's net position resulting from the current year's activities.
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
I. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
C. Fund Financial Statements
The financial transactions of the Town are reported in individual funds in the fund
financial statements. Each fund is accounted for by providing a separate set of self -
balancing accounts that comprises its assets, liabilities, fund equity, revenues and
expenditures / expenses.
The fund focus is on current available resources and budget compliance.
The Town reports the following major governmental funds:
The General Fund is the Town's primary operating fund. It accounts for all
financial resources of the Town, except those required to be accounted for in
another fund. Resources restricted within this fund relate to TABOR reserve
requirements (see Note III.C) and Police Confiscation funds.
The Capital Projects Fund accounts for and reports financial resources that are
restricted by outside parties (i.e., a portion of the Town's sales tax as well as
restricted intergovernmental grants and awards received) as well as amounts
committed by Council for expenditures of capital outlay, including the acquisition
or construction of capital facilities and other capital assets. It excludes those
types of capital -related cash outflows financed by proprietary funds or for assets
that will be held in trust for individuals, private organizations, or other
governments.
The Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund is used to account for the collection of a real
estate transfer tax which is specifically restricted per Town ordinance for
acquiring, maintaining, and improving real property for parks, recreation, open
space and for supporting sustainable environmental practices.
The Vail Marketing Fund accounts for the collection of business license fees
which are specifically restricted for expenditures related to the marketing of the
Town.
The Vail Local Marketing District accounts for collection of lodging taxes, which
are restricted for use for the activities of the District.
The Vail Reinvestment Authority accounts for the collection of Tax Increment
Financing revenues which are restricted for use for the activities of the Authority.
The Town reports the following major proprietary or business -type funds:
The Timber Ridge Enterprise Fund ("Timber Ridge") accounts for the activities of
the 198 -unit rental housing project located in the Town (the "Project").
The Dispatch Services Fund accounts for the emergency dispatch services
provided by the Town within Eagle County, Colorado.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
I. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
C. Fund Financial Statements (continued)
Additionally, the Town reports the following fund types:
Internal service funds account for the repair and maintenance costs and
purchase of Town vehicles and equipment, excluding buses and fire trucks. In
addition, internal service funds are used to account for the health insurance plan
provided to Town employees.
Trust funds are used to account for the accumulation of resources for pension
benefit payments to qualified Town employees and to account for assets held for
employees in accordance with the provisions of Internal Revenue Code section
457. No budget is adopted for the Town's trust funds.
D. Measurement Focus, Basis of Accounting, and Financial Statement Presentation
Measurement focus refers to whether financial statements measure changes in current
resources only (current financial focus) or changes in both current and long-term
resources (long-term economic focus). Basis of accounting refers to the point at which
revenues, expenditures, or expenses are recognized in the accounts and reported in the
financial statements. Financial statement presentation refers to classification of revenues
by source and expenses by function.
1. Long-term Economic Focus and Accrual Basis
Both governmental and business -type activities in the government -wide financial
statements and the proprietary and fiduciary fund financial statements use the
long-term economic focus and are presented on the accrual basis of accounting.
Revenues are recognized when earned and expenses are recognized when
incurred, regardless of the timing of the related cash flows. On an accrual basis,
revenue from property taxes is recognized in the fiscal year for which the taxes
are levied. Revenue from grants and donations are recognized in the fiscal year
in which all eligibility requirements have been satisfied.
2. Current Financial Focus and Modified Accrual Basis
The governmental fund financial statements use the current financial focus and
are presented on the modified accrual basis of accounting. Under the modified
accrual basis of accounting, revenues are recorded when susceptible to accrual;
i.e., both measurable and available. The Town considers all revenues reported
in the governmental funds to be available if they are collected within sixty days
after year-end. Expenditures are recorded when the related fund liability is
incurred, except for principal and interest on general long-term debt, claims and
judgments, and compensated absences, which are recognized as expenditures
when due. General capital asset acquisitions are reported as expenditures in
governmental funds. Proceeds of general long-term liabilities and acquisitions
under capital leases are reported as other financing sources.
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
I. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
D. Measurement Focus, Basis of Accounting, and Financial Statement Presentation
(continued)
3. Financial Statement Presentation
As a general rule the effect of interfund activity has been eliminated from the
government -wide financial statements. Exceptions to this rule are payments
where the amounts are reasonably equivalent to the value of the interfund
services provided and other charges between the various functions of the Town.
Elimination of these charges would distort the direct costs and program revenues
are reported.
Amounts reported as program revenues include 1) charges to customers and
applicants for goods, services or privileges provided, 2) operating grants and
contributions and 3) capital grants and contributions, including special
assessments. Internally dedicated resources are reported as general revenues
rather than as program revenues. Likewise, general revenues include all taxes.
Proprietary funds distinguish operating revenues and expenses from non-
operating items. Operating revenues and expenses generally result from
providing services and producing and delivering goods in connection with a
proprietary fund's principal ongoing operations. The principal operating revenue
of the Town's enterprise funds are rents from individuals employed in the Town
and charges for services related to emergency dispatch. Operating expenses for
the enterprise fund includes operating expenses and depreciation on capital
assets. All revenues and expenses not meeting this definition are reported as
non-operating revenues and expenses.
E. Financial Statement Accounts
1. Equity in Pooled Cash and Investments
The Town has a policy of central cash management whereby cash balances of
each of the Town's funds are pooled in and invested in certain investments for all
funds except the Pension Trust Fund and the Deferred Compensation Plan Fund.
Additionally, the component units do not participate in the Town's central cash
management.
Equity in pooled cash and investments include demand deposits, short-term
investments with original maturities of three months or less from the date of
acquisition, and long-term investments in U.S. government obligations.
Investments are stated at fair market value.
2. Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Investments
Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand and investments with original
maturities of three months or less from the date of acquisition.
Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand and investments with original
maturities of three months or less from the date of acquisition.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
I. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
E. Financial Statement Accounts
2. Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Investments (continued)
Cash equivalents are both readily convertible to cash and are so near their
maturity they present insignificant risk of change in value due to interest rate
changes.
Restricted cash and cash equivalents represent certain proceeds of debt
issuances, as well as certain resources set aside for their repayments because
their use is limited by the applicable covenants. Restricted assets also include
certain deposits that have been limited as to usage pursuant to escrow and
similar agreements.
Investments are stated at fair value. The change in fair value of investments is
recognized as an increase or decrease to investment assets and investment
income.
The Town's investment policy permits investments in the following types of
obligations:
• U.S. Treasury obligations
• Government agency securities
• FDIC -insured certificates of deposit
• Colorado local government investment pools
• Money market mutual funds
• Taxable municipal securities
3. Receivables
Receivables are reported net of an allowance for uncollectible accounts.
Loans receivable in governmental funds consist of housing and other loans that
are generally not expected or scheduled to be collected in the subsequent year.
4. Inventory
Inventory is valued at cost using the first -in / first -out (FIFO) method. Inventories
of governmental funds are recorded as expenditures when consumed rather than
when purchased.
5. Prepaid Items
Payments to vendors that reflect costs applicable to future accounting periods
are recorded as prepaid items in both government -wide and fund financial
statements.
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
I. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
E. Financial Statement Accounts (continued)
6. Interfund Transactions
Interfund services provided and used are accounted for as revenues,
expenditures or expenses. Transactions that constitute reimbursements to a
fund for expenditures or expenses initially made from it that are properly
applicable to another fund, are recorded as "due from other funds" or "due to
other funds" on the balance sheet when they are expected to be liquidated within
one year. Any residual balances outstanding between the governmental
activities and business -type activities are reported in the government -wide
financial statements as "internal balances".
7. Capital Assets
Capital assets, which include land, buildings, improvements, equipment, vehicles
and infrastructure assets, are reported in the applicable governmental or
business -type activity columns in the government -wide financial statements.
Capital assets are defined by the Town as assets with an initial cost of $5,000 or
more and an estimated useful life in excess of one year. Such assets are
recorded at cost where historical records are available and at an estimated
historical cost where no historical record exists. Donated capital assets are
recorded at acquisition value.
The costs of normal maintenance and repairs that do not add to the value of the
asset or materially extend asset lives are not capitalized. Improvements are
capitalized and depreciated over the remaining useful lives of the related fixed
assets, as applicable.
Capital outlay for projects is capitalized as projects are constructed. Costs
related to the construction of assets include interest, engineering, legal,
surveying and landscaping that were incurred from the beginning of construction
until the assets were substantially complete are capitalized.
Capital assets (excluding land and art) are depreciated using the straight-line
method, over the estimated useful life.
Assets under capital leases are recorded at the present value of future minimum
lease payments and amortized over the shorter of the lease term or the
estimated useful life of the asset.
8. Compensated Absences
Vested or accumulated vacation leave that is expected to be liquidated with
expendable available financial resources is reported as expenditure and a fund
liability of the governmental fund that will pay it. Amounts of vested or
accumulated vacation leave that are not expected to be liquidated with
expendable available financial resources are reported in the governmental
activities column in the government -wide financial statements. Vested or
accumulated vacation leave of the proprietary fund type is recorded as an
expense and liability of that fund as the benefits accrue to employees. In
accordance with the provisions of GASB Statement No. 16, Accounting for
Compensated Absences, no liability is recorded for non -vesting accumulating
rights to receive sick pay benefits.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
I. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
E. Financial Statement Accounts (continued)
8. Compensated Absences (continued)
After the completion of ten years of full-time service, employees are eligible for a
cash or gift benefit. The estimated liability for all eligible employees is recorded
in governmental activities in the Statement of Net Position, as a component of
compensated absences.
9. Deferred Outflows and Inflows of Resources
Deferred outflows of resources represent a consumption of net position that
applies to a future period and so will not be recognized as an outflow of
resources (expenses/expenditures) until then. The Town has no items that
qualify for reporting under this category on the government -wide Statement of
Net Position.
Deferred inflows of resources represent an acquisition of net position that applies
to a future period and so will not be recognized as an inflow of resources
(revenue) until that time. The Town has only one item that qualifies for reporting
in this category, unavailable revenue from property taxes, reported in the
governmental balance sheet and on the Statement of Net Position. Property
taxes are assessed in one year as a lien on the property, but not collected by the
governmental unit until the subsequent year. Therefore, these amounts are
deferred and recognized as an inflow from resources in the period that amounts
become available.
10. Bond Premiums and Discounts
Bonds payable are reported net of the applicable bond premium or discount. No
amortization was taken on these premiums or discounts in the first year. These
premiums and discounts are amortized over the life of the applicable bonds using
the bond outstanding method.
11. Unearned Revenue
For governmental funds, unearned revenues arise when potential revenue does
not meet both the "measurable" and "available" criteria for recognition in the
current period. For proprietary funds, unearned revenues arise when potential
revenue is unearned. In subsequent periods, when revenue recognition criteria
are met, or when the Town has legal claim to the resources, the liability for
unearned revenue is removed and revenue is recognized.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
I. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
E. Financial Statement Accounts (continued)
12. Fund Balance Classifications
Governmental accounting standards establish fund balance classifications that
comprise a hierarchy based primarily on the extent to which a government is
bound to observe constraints imposed upon the use of the resources reported in
governmental funds. Fund balance classifications include Non -spendable,
Restricted, Committed, Assigned, and Unassigned. These classifications reflect
not only the nature of the funds, but also provide clarity to the level of restriction
placed upon fund balance. Fund balance can have different levels of restraint,
such as external versus internal compliance requirements. Unassigned fund
balance is a residual classification within the General Fund. The General Fund
should be the only fund that reports a positive unassigned balance. In all other
funds, unassigned is limited to negative residual fund balance. For further details
of the various fund balance classifications refer to Note IV.L.
Real Esate Vail Vail Local Vail Capital
General Transfer Marketing Marketing Reinvestment Projects
Fund Tax Fund Fund Disctict Authority Fund
Non -spendable:
Non-current receivables 685,466 - - - -
Loans to other funds - 8,484,687
Prepaid items 35,282 - 12,910
Total Non -spendable 720,748 - - 12,910 - 8,484,687
Restricted:
Emergency reserve 2,225,694 - - 110,000
Police Funds 90,057 - - - -
Tax increment financing - - - 1,637,901
Total Restricted 2,315,751 - - 110,000 1,637,901
Committed:
Employees housing
ownership program 4,534 -
Capital projects - - - - 19,790,743
Parks and recreation 11,142,914 - - -
Housing 316,557
Operating reserve 9,573,773 - -
Destination marketing - 323,606 1,137,387 -
Total Committed 9,578,307 11,142,914 323,606 1,137,387 - 20,107,300
Assigned:
Capital maintenance - 4,169,900
Debt service - - - 1,426,871
Total Assigned - - - 1,426,871 4,169,900
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
I. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
F. Significant Accounting Policies
1. Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires the
Town's management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported
amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and
liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and the reported amount of
revenues and expenditures or expenses during the reporting period. Actual
results could differ from those estimates.
2. Credit Risk
The receivables of the various funds of the Town are primarily due from other
governments. Management believes that the credit risk related to the
receivables is minimal.
3. Restricted and Unrestricted Resources
When both restricted and unrestricted resources are available for use, it is the
government's policy to use restricted resources first, then unrestricted resources
as they are needed.
II. Reconciliation of Government -wide and Fund Financial Statements
A. Explanation of Certain Differences Between the Governmental Fund Balance Sheet
and the Government -wide Statement of Net Position
The governmental fund Balance Sheet includes reconciliation between the fund balance
of total governmental funds and net position of governmental activities as reported in the
government -wide Statement of Net Position. One element of that reconciliation explains
"Capital assets used in governmental activities are not financial resources and therefore
are not reported in the funds". This $189,155,435 difference is related to property, plant
and equipment of $342,193,510 less accumulated depreciation of $153,038,075.
Another element of that reconciliation explains "Other long-term assets and unearned
charges are not available for current period expenditures and therefore are not reported
in the funds". This $240,457 difference is comprised of pension forfeitures of $199,303
and interest receivable of $41,154.
Net position totaling $10,467,600 of internal service funds used by management to
charge the costs of heavy equipment and health insurance to individual funds are
included in the governmental activities in the Statement of Net Position.
Additionally, the reconciliation states that long-term liabilities are not due and payable in
the current period and, therefore, are not reported in the funds. This $10,448,388
difference is related to bonds and notes payable of $8,805,000; capital lease obligations
of $60,589, accrued compensated absences of $1,537,482; premium on issued debt of
$1,912; and interest payable of $43,405.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
II. Reconciliation of Government -wide and Fund Financial Statements (continued)
B. Explanation of Certain Differences Between the Governmental Fund Statement of
Revenue, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balances and the Government -wide
Statement of Activities
The governmental fund Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund
Balances includes reconciliation between net change in fund balances of governmental
funds and changes in net position of governmental activities as reported in the
government -wide Statement of Activities. One element of that reconciliation explains
"Governmental funds report capital outlays as expenditures. However, in the Statement
of Activities, the cost of those assets is allocated over their estimated useful lives as
depreciation expense." The details of this $16,652,858 difference are comprised of
capital outlay of $26,716,079 less depreciation expense of $9,962,105; and a loss on the
disposal of assets of $91,115.
III. Stewardship, Compliance, and Accountability
A. Budgetary Information
An annual budget and appropriation ordinance is adopted by Town Council in
accordance with the Town's Home Rule Charter.
Budgets are prepared on the basis of GAAP for all funds except the Heavy Equipment
Fund, Timber Ridge Enterprise Fund, and Dispatch Services Fund. As required by
Colorado Statutes, all funds have legally adopted budgets and appropriations. The total
expenditures for each fund may not exceed the amounts appropriated. Appropriations for
a fund may be increased if unanticipated revenues offset them. All appropriations lapse
at year-end.
The budgets for these funds have been adopted on a non -GAAP budget and are
reconciled to GAAP below:
Change in Net Position - Budget Basis
add/(less):
Contribution from Capital Projects Fund
Loan principal repayment to Capital Projects Fund
Change in compensated absences
Capitalized assets
Depreciation
Net book value of disposed assets
Change in Net Position - GAAP Basis
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Heavy
Equipment
Fund
$ (201,331)
674,695
1,919
1,091,774
(794,507)
(30,066)
$ 742,484
Timber Ridge
Enterprise
Fund
$ 219,865
361,769
325,715
(337,190)
$ 570,159
Dispatch
Services
Fund
$ (15,972)
(12,962)
304,070
(154,561)
$ 120,575
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
III. Stewardship, Compliance, and Accountability (continued)
A. Budgetary Information (continued)
The Town followed these procedures in preparing, approving, and enacting its budget for
2017:
(1) For the 2017 budget year, prior to August 25, 2016, the County Assessor sent
the Town a certified assessed valuation of all taxable property within the Town's
boundaries.
(2) Prior to the end of the 2016 fiscal year, the Town Manager submitted to the Town
Council a budget and accompanying message.
(3) Prior to December 15, 2016, the Town computed and certified to the County
Commissioners a levy rate that derived the necessary property taxes as
computed in the proposed budget.
(4) After a required publication of "Notice of Proposed Budget", the Town adopted
the proposed budget and an appropriation ordinance which legally appropriated
expenditures for the upcoming year.
(5) After adoption of the budget ordinance, the Town may make the following
changes: a) transfer appropriated money between funds; b) approve
supplemental appropriations to the extent of revenues in excess of those
estimated in the budget; c) approve emergency appropriations; and d) reduce
appropriations for which originally estimated revenues are insufficient.
Taxes levied in one year are collected in the succeeding year. Thus, taxes certified in
2016 were collected in 2017 and taxes certified in 2017 will be collected in 2018. Taxes
are due on January 1 in the year of collection; however, they may be paid in either one
installment (no later than April 30) or two equal installments (not later than February 28
and June 15) without interest or penalty. Taxes that are not paid within the prescribed
time bear interest at the rate of one percent (1`)/0) per month until paid. Unpaid amounts
and the accrued interest thereon become delinquent on June 16.
During the year, supplemental appropriations were necessary. The budgetary
comparison statements reflect the original budget and the final budget after legally
authorized revisions were made.
The District's budget timetable varies from the Town's. The District followed these
procedures in preparing, approving, and enacting its budget for 2017:
(1) On or before September 30, 2016, the District must submit to the Board a
recommended budget that details the revenues necessary to meet the District's
operating requirements. This was done on September 20, 2016.
(2) After appropriate public notice and a required public hearing, the Board must
adopt the proposed budget and a resolution that legally appropriated
expenditures for the upcoming year on or before December 5, 2016. The Board
adopted the 2017 budget on November 1, 2016.
(3) After adoption of the initial budget resolution, the District may make the following
changes: a) approve supplemental appropriations to the extent of revenues in
excess of those estimated in the budget; b) approve emergency appropriations;
and c) reduce appropriations for which originally estimated revenues are
insufficient.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
III. Stewardship, Compliance, and Accountability (continued)
B. Budgetary Information — Vail Local Marketing District
During the year, supplemental appropriations were necessary. The budgetary
comparison statements reflect the original budget and the final budget after legally
authorized revisions were made.
C. TABOR Amendment
In November 1992, Colorado voters amended Article X of the Colorado Constitution by
adding Section 20, commonly known as the Taxpayer's Bill of Rights ("TABOR"). TABOR
contains revenue, spending, tax and debt limitations that apply to the State of Colorado
and local governments. TABOR requires, with certain exceptions, advance voter
approval for any new tax, tax rate increase, mill levy above that for the prior year,
extension of any expiring tax, or tax policy change directly causing a net tax revenue gain
to any local government.
Except for refinancing bonded debt at a lower interest rate or adding new employees to
existing pension plans, TABOR requires advance voter approval for the creation of any
multiple -fiscal year debt or other financial obligation unless adequate present cash
reserves are pledged irrevocably and held for payments in all future fiscal years.
TABOR also requires local governments to establish an emergency reserve to be used
for declared emergencies only. Emergencies, as defined by TABOR, exclude economic
conditions, revenue shortfalls, or salary or fringe benefit increases. The reserve is
calculated at 3% of fiscal year spending for fiscal years ending after December 31, 1995.
Fiscal year spending excludes bonded debt service and enterprise spending. The Town
has reserved a portion of the December 31, 2017 fund balance in the General Fund for
this purpose in the amount of $2,225,694 which is the approximate required reserve.
The initial base for local government spending and revenue limits is December 31, 1992
fiscal year spending. Future spending and revenue limits are determined based on the
prior year's fiscal year spending adjusted for inflation in the prior calendar year plus
annual local growth. Fiscal year spending is generally defined as expenditures and
reserve increases with certain exceptions. Revenue, if any, in excess of the fiscal year
spending limit must be refunded in the next fiscal year unless voters approve retention of
such revenue.
On November 16, 1993, voters of the Town approved the collection and expenditure of all
revenues generated, including reduction in debt service during 1993 and each
subsequent year (not including revenue generated from ad valorem property taxes)
without any increase in such tax rates and the expenditure of such revenues for debt
service, municipal operations, and capital projects, effective January 1, 1994.
On November 7, 2000, the Town's electorate approved the collection and expenditure of
all revenues received from ad valorem property taxes levied in 2000 and each year
thereafter.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
III. Stewardship, Compliance, and Accountability (continued)
C. TABOR Amendment (continued)
The remaining restrictions of the TABOR Amendment apply, which are:
• Voter approval of all new taxes and tax rate increases;
• Voter approval for new or additional Town debt;
• No increase or imposition of a new real estate transfer tax; and,
• All election requirements remain in effect.
The Town's management believes it is in compliance with the financial provisions of
TABOR. However, TABOR is complex and subject to interpretation. Many of its
provisions, including the interpretation of how to calculate fiscal year spending limits, will
require judicial interpretation.
D. TABOR Amendment — Vail Local Marketing District
As required by TABOR, the District has reserved $110,000 of its fund balance for
emergencies, which is the approximate required reserve at December 31, 2017.
The ballot question approved by District voters on November 2, 1999, which established
the 1.4% tax on lodging within the Town's boundaries, also authorized the District to
collect and spend the proceeds of the lodging tax, investment income, and all other
revenues, without regard to the limitations imposed by TABOR, effective January 1,
2000.
The District's management believes it is in compliance with the financial provisions of
TABOR. However, TABOR is complex and subject to interpretation. Many of its
provisions will require judicial interpretation.
IV. Detailed Notes on all Funds
A. Deposits and Investments
Pursuant to its charter, the Town has adopted, by ordinance, an investment policy
governing the types of institutions and investments with which it may deposit funds and
transact business. Under this policy, the Town may invest in federally insured banks,
debt obligations of the U.S. Government, its agencies and instrumentalities,
governmental mutual funds and pools, including 2a7 -like pools, and repurchase
agreements subject to policy requirements.
The Town also accounts for the operations of the employees' pension plans that are
administered by select employees acting as trustees who are governed by a trust
agreement. The trust agreement gives the trustees considerable latitude with investment
alternatives. As a result, all pension investments are considered legal under the trust
agreement.
The Town's deposits and certificates of deposit are entirely covered by federal depository
insurance (FDIC) or by collateral held under Colorado Public Deposit Protection Act
("PDPA"). The FDIC insures the first $250,000 of the Town's deposits at each financial
institution. Deposit balances over $250,000 are collateralized as required by PDPA. As
of year-end, the bank balance of the Town's deposits was $22,858,536. The difference
between the bank balance and book balance is primarily due to deposits in transit or
outstanding checks at December 31, 2017.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
IV. Detailed Notes on all Funds (continued)
A. Deposits and Investments (continued)
Fair Value of Investments. The Town measures and records its investments using fair
value measurement guidelines established by generally accepted accounting principles.
These guidelines recognize a three -tiered fair value hierarchy, as follows:
Level 1: Quoted prices for identical investments in active markets;
Level 2: Observable inputs other than quoted market prices; and,
Level 3: Unobservable inputs.
At December 31, 2017, the Town had the following recurring fair value measurements:
Fair Value Measurements Using
Investments Measured at Fair Value: Total Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Certificate of deposit $ 10,369,589 $ $ 10,369,589 $
Government agency securities 16,922,027 16,922,027
Mortgage pools 11,205,634 - 11,205,634
Total $ 38,497,250 $ - $ 27,291,616 $ 11,205,634
Investments Measured at Net Asset Value:
Colotrust $ 5,781,440
Debt and equity securities classified in Level 1 are valued using prices quoted in active
markets for those securities.
Debt and equity securities classified in Level 2 are valued using the following
approaches:
• U.S. Treasuries, U.S. agencies, and commercial paper: Quoted prices for
identical securities in markets that are not active
• Negotiable certificates of deposit: Matrix pricing based on the securities
relationship to benchmark quoted prices;
Debt securities, namely mortgage pools, classified in Level 3 are valued using appraisal
service.
Pools. The Town has invested in the Colorado Government Liquid Asset Trust
("Colotrust"), which is an investment vehicle established for local government entities in
Colorado to pool surplus funds. They operate similarly to a money market fund and each
share is equal in value to $1. Investments of the trusts consist of U.S. Treasury bills,
notes and note strips, and repurchase agreements collateralized by U.S. Treasury
securities. Colotrust is rated AAAm by Standard and Poor's.
Interest Rate Risk. As a means of limiting its exposure to interest rate risk, the Town
diversifies its investments by security type and institution, and limits holdings in any one
type of investment with any one issuer. The Town coordinates its investments maturities
to closely match cash flow needs and invests primarily in securities with a maximum
investment term less than five years from the purchase date. As a result of the limited
length of maturities the Town has limited its interest rate risk.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
IV. Detailed Notes on all Funds (continued)
A. Deposits and Investments (continued)
Credit Risk. The Town's general investment policy is to apply the prudent -person rule;
investments are made as a prudent person would be expected to act, with discretion and
intelligence, to seek reasonable income, preserve capital, and, in general, avoid
speculative investments.
Concentration of Credit Risk. The Town diversifies its investments by security type
and institution.
Credit quality distribution for investments, with credit exposure as a percentage of total
investments are as follows at year end:
Investment Type
Colotrust
Rating Percentage
AAAm 8%
At year end, the Town had the following investments and maturities:
Type
Carrying
Rating Maturities Value
Deposits:
Cash on hand $ 1,980
Demand deposits 31,771,674
Certificates of deposit <1 year 1,537,754
Certificates of deposit <5 years 8,831,835
Total deposits $ 42,143,243
Investments:
US agencies - FHLMC, FHLB, FNMA M+ <5 years $ 16,922,027
Mortgage pools AA+ N/A 11,205,634
Colotrust AAAm N/A 5,781,440
Pension and Section 457 investments N/A N/A 88,699,408
Total investments 122,608,509
Total deposits and investments $ 164,751,752
Reconciliation to Statement of Net Position:
Equity in pooled cash and investments $ 67,215,020
Unrestricted cash and cash equivalents 7,614,832
Cash and cash equivalents - Restricted 1,710,653
Fiduciary Funds 88,211,247
Total $ 164,751,752
Investments in the Deferred Compensation Plan and the Pension Trust Funds are held
by trustees and are not categorized because they are not evidenced by specific securities
that exist in physical or book form.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
IV. Detailed Notes on all Funds (continued)
B. Receivables
Receivables as of year-end for the Town's funds, including applicable allowances for
uncollectible accounts, are as follows:
Receivables:
Property taxes
Other taxes
Other governments
Other
Gross Receivables
Less: Allowance for
uncollectibles
Net Receivables
Timber
Ridge
General
Fund
$ 5,051,126
4,690,714
403,109
431,479
Capital
Projects
Fund
Real Estate Vail Vail Local
Transfer Marketing Marketing
Tax Fund Fund District
$ - $
6,137 109,180
20,000
175,518 178,690
10,576,428 201,655 287,870
(1,000)
$ - $
- 628,339
628,339
$ 10,575,428 $ 201,655 $ 287,870 $ - $ 628,339
Vail
Rein-
vestment
Authority
Heavy
Equip- Dispatch Health
ment Services Insurance
Fund Fund Fund
Receivables:
Property taxes $ - $ $ $ $
Other taxes
Other governments
Other 20,104 2,196 3,503
Total
$ 5,051,126
5,434,370
423,109
811,490
Gross Receivables 20,104 2,196 3,503 11,720,095
Less: Allowance for
uncollectibles
(1,000)
Net Receivables $ 20,104 $ - $ 2,196 $ $ 3,503 $ 11,719,095
Governmental funds report unearned revenue in connection with receivables for
revenues that are not considered to be available to liquidate liabilities of the current
period. Total unearned revenue for governmental activities totaled $2,159,266 and is
comprised of the following:
General
Fund
Capital
Projects
Fund
Unearned revenues:
Library grants $ 93,025 $
Police programs 62,258
Construction projects - 1,885,945
$ 155,283 $ 1,885,945
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Real Estate
Transfer Tax
Fund
Total
$ - $ 93,025
-
62,258
118,038 2,003,983
$ 118,038 $ 2,159,266
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
IV. Detailed Notes on all Funds (continued)
B. Receivables (continued)
Unearned revenue for construction projects in the Capital Projects Fund includes
$1,145,614 collected from Holy Cross Energy for community enhancement to place
utilities underground. The other $740,331 was collected from developers for road
improvements. The revenue will be recognized in the year the money is spent.
Loans receivable at December 31, 2017 are comprised of the following:
• The Town has established a program (the "EHOP Program") to assist qualified full-
time Town employees with the purchase of a primary residence within certain
geographic boundaries, by providing secured, non-interest-bearing loans, with
repayment over a maximum 15 -year term including both the principal balance plus a
portion of any recognized appreciation in the value of the underlying property. All
such advances may be repaid at any time by the borrower -employee. The balance of
EHOP Program loans receivable at December 31, 2017 was $685,466.
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IV.
Town of Vail, Colorado
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
Detailed Notes on all Funds (continued)
C. Capital Assets
Capital asset activity for the year ended December 31, 2017 was as follows:
Governmental Activities:
Capital Assets, Not Being Depreciated:
Land
Art
Construction in Process
Total Capital Assets, Not Being Depreciated
Capital Assets, Being Depreciated:
Buildings and improvements
Infrastructure and improvements
Equipment and vehicles
Total Capital Assets Being Depreciated
Less Accumulated Depreciation For:
Buildings and improvements
Infrastructure and improvements
Equipment and vehicles
Total Accumulated Depreciation
Total Capital Assets Being Depreciated, Net
Beginning
Balance
(Restated)
Increases
$ 27,430,658 $ -
2,090,024 261,810
1,883,106 16,393,429
31,403,788 16,655,239
Decreases
Ending
Balance
$ $ 27,430,658
(3,500) 2,348,334
18,276,535
(3,500) 48,055,527
110,152,982 2,705,414 (152,137)
145,282,036 2,620,652 (8,516)
42,029,851 5,819,942 (1,479,598)
297,464,869 11,146,008 (1,640,251)
(53,193,122) (2,694,994) 118,608
(70,513,989) (4,508,617) 2,129
(28,592,569) (2,760,534) 1,401,833
(152,299,680) (9,964,145) 1,522,570
145,165,189 1,181,863 (117,681)
Governmental Activities Capital Assets, Net $ 176,568,977 $ 17,837,102
Business -type Activities
Capital Assets, Not Being Depreciated:
Land $ 4,399,500 $
Total Capital Assets, Not Being Depreciated 4,399,500
Capital Assets, Being Depreciated:
Buildings and improvements 8,736,776
Infrastructure and improvements 757,872
Equipment 2,364,839
Total Capital Assets Being Depreciated 11,859,487
Less Accumulated Depreciation For:
Buildings and improvements
Infrastructure and improvements
Equipment
Total Accumulated Depreciation
Total Capital Assets Being Depreciated, Net 6,437,481
(3,624,427)
(1,797,579)
(5,422,006)
225,505
100,210
304,070
629,785
(196,564)
(136,076)
(159,676)
(492,316)
137,469
112,706,259
147,894,172
46, 370,195
306,970,626
(55,769,508)
(75,020,477)
(29,951,270)
(160,741,255)
146,229, 371
$ (121,181) $ 194,284,898
(69,500)
$ 4,399,500
4,399,500
8,962,281
858,082
2,599,409
(69,500) 12,419,772
69,500
69,500
Business -type Activities Capital Assets, Net $ 10,836,981 $ 137,469 $
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(3,820,991)
(136,076)
(1,887,755)
(5,844,822)
6,574,950
- $ 10,974,450
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
IV. Detailed Notes on all Funds (continued)
C. Capital Assets (continued)
Depreciation expense was charged to functions of the Town as follows:
Governmental Activities:
General government $ 1,271,101
Public safety 536,442
Public works and transportation 6,042,275
Culture and recreation 2,114,327
Total Depreciation Expense - Governmental Activities $ 9,964,145
Business -type Activities:
Dispatch services $ 155,126
Housing 337,190
Total Depreciation - Business -type Activities $ 492,316
Depreciation on capital assets is recorded using the following estimated useful lives:
Years
Buildings 25 - 40
Building improvements 7 - 25
Infrastructure 5 - 50
Vehicles 5 - 15
Equipment 5 - 25
At December 31, 2017, the Town had $71,567,120 of fully depreciated assets.
D. Operating Leases
The Town is committed under various leases for buildings, office space, and equipment.
For accounting purposes, these leases are considered to be operating leases, and
therefore, the liability and the related assets have not been recorded in these financial
statements.
E. Long-term Asset — Rent Receivable (Ground Lease)
In September 2014, the Town executed a Ground Lease and a Development Agreement
with Lion's Ridge Apartment Homes, LLC ("Lion's Ridge") with respect to the eastern half
of the Timber Ridge development. Under the terms of the Ground Lease, the Town
leases the new development property to Lion's Ridge for a 50 -year term, during which
Lion's Ridge will construct and lease deed -restricted apartments on the newly developed
property. The amount of rent payable over the 50 -year term has been averaged on a
straight-line basis for an annual amount of $155,149. As of December 31, 2017, the rent
receivable accrued in the Timber Ridge Enterprise Fund was $504,224. No payments
are due from Lion's Ridge until 2025.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
IV. Detailed Notes on all Funds (continued)
F. Interfund Receivables, Payables, and Transfers
At December 31, 2017, Vail Reinvestment Authority owed the Capital Projects Fund and
General Fund $4,179,718 and $80,542 respectively in connection with construction
projects within the Lionshead district, including the design and construction of the 1-70
underpass and the Red Sandstone Parking Structure and administrative fees.
The following promissory notes payable from the Timber Ridge Enterprise Fund to the
Town, which aggregate to $8,484,687 as of December 31, 2017 are reflected as internal
balances between the governmental activities and business -type activities categories on
the Statement of Net Position:
• Promissory notes totaling $1.9 million which bear interest at the rate of 1.5% per
annum and mature December 1, 2032. These notes are payable to the extent that
Timber Ridge has determined the availability of excess net revenues of the Project,
after provision for necessary operating or capital reserves, but may be repaid at any
time without penalty. Timber Ridge paid $28,500 in accrued interest relating to the
$1.9 million notes during 2017. The aggregate outstanding principal balance of these
promissory notes at December 31, 2017 was $1,900,000.
• An $8 million promissory note which bears interest at the rate of 1.5% per annum,
with blended annual payments, and maturing December 1, 2033. Timber Ridge
remitted $101,483 in interest to the Town during 2017 and, as of December 31, 2017,
had accrued a total of $41,154 in interest payable to the Town relating to the $8
million note. The aggregate outstanding principal balance of this promissory note at
December 31, 2017 was $6,584,688.
Remaining debt service requirements for the $8 million promissory note are as follows:
Principal
Interest Total
2018 $ 367,196 $ 96,016 $ 463,212
2019 372,704 90,467 463,171
2020 378,294 84,835 463,129
2021 383,969 79,118 463,087
2022 389,728 73,315 463,043
2023-2027 2,038,102 276,441 2,314,544
2028-2032 2,195,615 117,747 2,313,362
2033 459,080 3,443 462,523
Totals $ 6,584,688 $ 821,382 $ 7,406,071
Transfers are used to 1) move revenues from the fund that statute or budget requires to
collect them to the fund that statute or budget requires to expend them, 2) move
unrestricted revenues collected in the General Fund to finance various programs
accounted for in other funds in accordance with budgetary authorizations, and, 3) provide
additional resources for current operations or debt service.
All transfers either occur on a regular basis or are consistent with the purpose of the fund
making the transfer.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
IV. Detailed Notes on all Funds (continued)
G. Long-term Liabilities — Governmental Activities
The Town has the following long-term debt outstanding for governmental activities:
1. Vail Reinvestment Authority Tax Increment Revenue Bonds, Series 2010A
The Authority issued $3,670,000 of Tax -Exempt Tax Increment Revenue Bonds
dated November 4, 2010 (the "2010A Bonds"). Proceeds from the 2010A Bonds
will be used to finance the acquisition, construction and installation of an urban
renewal project(s).
The interest rate on the 2010A Bonds ranges from 2.5% to 4% per annum, and
payments are due June 1 and December 1 annually through June 1, 2018.
The 2010A Bonds are special limited obligations of the Authority, equitably and
ratably secured by an irrevocable pledge of the Trust Estate, funded by pledged
property tax revenues.
The 2010A Bonds are not subject to redemption prior to maturity at the option of
the Authority.
2. Vail Reinvestment Authority Tax Increment Revenue Bonds, Series 2010B
The Authority issued $8,270,000 of Taxable Tax Increment Revenue Bonds
(Direct Pay Build America Bonds) dated November 4, 2010 (the "2010B Bonds").
Proceeds from the 2010B Bonds will be used to finance the acquisition,
construction and installation of an urban renewal project(s).
The interest rate on the 2010B Bonds ranges from 5.269% to 6.659% per
annum, and payments are due June 1 and December 1 annually from June 1,
2011 through June 1, 2030. Principal payments are payable June 1 and
December 1 annually from June 1, 2019 through June 1, 2030.
The Authority will receive a federal subsidy known as the "BAB Credit" equal to
35% of corresponding interest as provided under the American Recovery and
Reinvestment Act of 2009. This "BAB Credit" decreased by 8.7% beginning
December 1, 2013 due to federal budget reductions. As of June 1, 2014, the
"BAB Credit" decreased by 7.3% due to federal budget reductions. As of
October 1, 2015, the refundable credit decreased by 6.8% and as of October 1,
2016, the credit was reduced by 6.8%.
The 2010B Bonds are special limited obligations of the Authority, equitably and
ratably secured by an irrevocable pledge of the Trust Estate, funded by pledged
incremental property tax revenues.
2010B Bonds maturing on or before June 1, 2020 are not subject to optional
redemption prior to their respective maturity dates. The 2010B Bonds maturing
on and after June 1, 2021 are subject to redemption prior to their respective
maturity dates at the option of the Authority at a price equal to the principal
amount plus accrued interest to the redemption date without a premium. All
2010B Bonds are subject to mandatory sinking fund redemption.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
IV. Detailed Notes on all Funds (continued)
H. Long-term Liabilities — Compensated Absences
The Town has a policy allowing the accumulation of paid vacation and sick leave, subject
to certain maximum limits. In accordance with GAAP, the Town's approximate liability for
vacation pay earned by employees and longevity pay at December 31, 2017 has been
reflected in the proprietary type fund financial statements and in the governmental
activities column of the government -wide financial statements. Accumulated sick pay of
approximately $3,448,884 at December 31, 2017 has not been reflected in the Town's
financial statements as the amount is partially insured by an independent insurance
company and the amounts are not payable at termination.
I. Long-term Liabilities — Refunded
In prior years, the Town defeased certain general obligations and other bonds by placing
the proceeds of new bonds in an irrevocable trust to provide for all future debt service
payments on the old bonds. The bonds intended to be refunded by the refunding issues
remain a contingent liability of the Town until retired; however, they are not included for
the purposes of calculating debt limits of the Town. The amount of debt considered
defeased cannot be readily determined as of December 31, 2017.
J. Long-term Liabilities - Activity and Debt Service Schedules
Long-term liability activity for the year ended December 31, 2017 was as follows:
Beginning Ending Due Within
Balance Additions Reductions Balance One Year
Governmental Activities:
Tax -Increment Bonds, Series 2010A $ 1,050,000 $ - $ (515,000) $ 535,000 $ 535,000
Tax -Increment Bonds, Series 2010B 8,270,000 - - 8,270,000 -
Issuance premium 5,663 - (3,751) 1,912 -
Capital leases
Compensated absences
Total Governmental Activities
Long-term Liabilities
Business -type Activities:
Compensated absences
Total Business -type Activities
Long-term Liabilities
9,325,663
1,558,823
- (518,751) 8,806,912 535,000
121,272 (60,683) 60,589 29,699
35,147 1,593,970 491,226
$ 20,210,149 $ 156,419 $(1,098,185) $ 19,268,383 $ 1,590,925
$ 78,097 $ 12,963 $ $ 91,060 $ 27,318
$ 78,097 $ 12,963 $ $ 91,060 $ 27,318
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
IV. Detailed Notes on all Funds (continued)
J. Long-term Liabilities - Activity and Debt Service Schedules (continued)
Debt service requirements at December 31, 2017 were as follows:
Governmental Activities:
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023-2027
2028-2030
Total Governmental Activities
Principal
Interest
$ 535,000 $ 526,753
555,000 501,432
575,000 471,662
595,000 438,458
615,000 401,741
3,470,000 1,397,013
2,460,000 250,378
$ 8,805,000 $ 3,987,437
Total
$ 1,061,753
1,056,432
1,046,662
1,033,458
1,016,741
4,867,013
2,710,378
$ 12,792,437
General obligation bonds issued for governmental activity purposes are liquidated by the
Debt Service Fund, whereas general obligation bonds issued for component unit
purposes are liquidated by the component unit.
K. Long-term Liabilities — Capital Leases
In March 2017, the Town entered into a capital lease agreement for the purchase of a
phone system. The total amount financed was $121,272, with implied interest of 4% per
annum. The lease requires annual payments of $32,124 through 2019.
Capital lease requirements at December 31, 2017 were as follows:
Governmental Activities:
2018
2019
Total Governmental Activities
L. Fund Balance Disclosures
Principal Interest Total
$ 29,701
30,889
$ 60,589
$ 2,424
1,236
$ 3,659
The Town classifies governmental fund balances as follows:
$ 32,124
32,124
$ 64,249
Non -spendable: Includes fund balance amounts inherently non -spendable since they
represent inventories, prepaid items, and long-term portions of loans receivable.
Spendable Fund Balance:
Restricted: Includes fund balance amounts that are constrained for specific
purposes which are externally imposed by providers, such as creditors, or
amounts constrained due to constitutional provisions or enabling legislation.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
IV. Detailed Notes on all Funds (continued)
L. Fund Balance Disclosures (continued)
Committed: Includes fund balance amounts that are constrained for specific
purposes that are internally imposed by the government through formal action of
the highest level of decision making authority, which is the Town Council. The
Town's original budget legislation begins with combining historical data,
assessment of needs for the upcoming year and the Town's platform to review,
and/or make changes to each department's budget. The budget is formally
presented to the Town Council via an advertised public process for review,
revisions and final approval by year-end. All subsequent budget requests made
during the year, after Town Council approval, must be presented via a public
process and again approved by Town Council.
Assigned: Includes spendable fund balance amounts that are intended to be
used for specific purposes that are neither considered restricted nor committed.
Fund balance may be assigned by Town Council or its management designees.
Unassigned: Includes residual positive fund balance within the General Fund,
which has not been classified within the other above-mentioned categories.
Unassigned fund balance may also include negative balances for any
governmental fund if expenditures exceed amounts restricted, committed, or
assigned for those specific purposes.
The Town's restricted amounts are to be spent first when both restricted and unrestricted
fund balance is available unless there are legal documents or contracts that prohibit this,
such as grant agreements that require dollar for dollar spending. Additionally, the Town
would first use committed, then assigned, and lastly unassigned amounts when
expenditures are made.
The Town has a minimum fund balance policy of 25% of annual General Fund revenues.
V. Other Information
A. Pension Plans
The Town offers two defined contribution pension plans to cover all permanent paid
employees of the Town. The Town established these qualified money purchase pension
plans under Internal Revenue Code section 401(a), and may amend all of the plan
provisions. The first plan covers all full time and qualified seasonal employees other than
sworn police officers and firefighters; the second plan covers all full time and qualified
seasonal employees of the Town's Police and Fire departments. The plan provisions are
the same for both plans.
In defined contribution plans, benefits depend solely on amounts contributed to the plans
plus investment earnings. Employees are eligible to participate in the plans from the date
of employment or the effective date of the plans, January 1, 1983, whichever is later.
The plans provide for contributions to be made by the Town of 12.6% of regular
compensation for the first year of employment and 17.6% thereafter. For employees
hired after April 1, 1986, the Town's contribution is 11.15% of regular compensation for
the first year, and 16.15% thereafter.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
V. Other Information (continued)
A. Pension Plans (continued)
Employees have the option to make voluntary contributions of up to 10% of their
compensation. In the event of continued long-term disability of an employee, the Town's
disability insurance will continue to make contributions to the plan for the employee
through age 60 at the rate on the date of disability.
For employees hired before July 1, 1986, vesting of the Town's contributions is 77.5%
after the first year of employment with an additional vesting of 7.5% per year through the
fourth year, when vesting is 100%. For employees hired after June 30, 1986, vesting of
the Town's contributions to the employees is 20% after the first year of employment with
additional vesting of 20% per year through the fifth year, when vesting is 100%. If an
employee dies, becomes disabled, or attains the age of 60, their entire interest in the
plans becomes vested; normal retirement age is 60 with early retirement at age 50 and
four years of service.
In 1991, the Town established a defined contribution pension plan for seasonal
employees who work for the Town longer than 6 weeks. Seasonal employees are
required to contribute 6% of regular compensation to the plan and the Town contributes
1.5%. Seasonal employees are 100% vested after their first contribution.
Employees covered under the regular and seasonal pension plans do not participate in
the Social Security system.
The annual pension cost is the Town's contributions less forfeitures from the prior year.
The plans' invested assets at December 31, 2017 of $71,274,952 are stated at market
value. All earnings, losses, expenses and changes in the fair market value of the trust
fund will be apportioned at least annually among the participants in proportion to each
participant's current share of the Trust Investment Fund. The Town has no liability for
unfunded future vested employee benefits.
The trustees and administrators of the plans are the Retirement Board. The Retirement
Board determines investment options made available to participants, in adherence with
an adopted investment policy statement.
The total amount of the Town's 2017 covered payroll was $18,942,379; of which
$17,087,295 was for permanent employees and $1,855,083 was for seasonal staff. Total
2017 payroll for all Town employees was $19,186,696.
B. Retirement Savings Plan — Deferred Compensation Plan — IRC 457
The Town offers its employees a deferred compensation plan (the "457 Plan") created in
accordance with Internal Revenue Code section 457. The 457 Plan, available to all Town
employees, permits them to defer a portion of their salary until future years. The deferred
compensation is not available to employees until termination, retirement, death, or
unforeseeable emergency.
All amounts of compensation deferred under the 457 Plan, all property and rights
purchased with those amounts, and all income attributable to those amounts, property, or
rights are to be held in trust for the exclusive benefit of the 457 Plan participants and their
beneficiaries.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
V. Other Information (continued)
B. Retirement Savings Plan — Deferred Compensation Plan — IRC 457 (continued)
The modified accrual basis of accounting is used for the 457 Plan.
The trustees and administrators of the 457 Plan are the Retirement Board, which
comprises members of the Town's administration. The Retirement Board determines
investment options made available to participants, in adherence to an adopted
investment policy statement.
The Town has no liability for losses under the 457 Plan but does have the duty of due
care that would be required of an ordinary prudent investor.
The total assets of the 457 Plan were $16,936,295 at December 31, 2017. The assets
were invested in mutual funds, as previously described.
Pursuant to the Town's adoption of GASB Statement No. 32, Accounting and Financial
Reporting for Internal Revenue Code Section 457 Deferred Compensation Plans, the 457
Plan has been included in these financial statements as an expendable trust fund.
C. Cafeteria Plan
The Town offers a cafeteria compensation plan organized under section 125 of the
Internal Revenue Code, which includes dependent care and health expense
reimbursement. No cost to the Town is recognized as the plan is a salary reduction plan.
D. Risk Management
The Town is exposed to various risks of loss related to workers compensation, general
liability, unemployment, torts, theft of, damage to, and destruction of assets, and errors
and omissions. The Town carries commercial coverage for these risks and claims and
does not expect claims to exceed their coverage.
E. Commitments and Contingencies
1. Legal Claims
During the normal course of business, the Town may incur claims and other
assertions against it from various agencies and individuals. Management of the
Town and their legal representatives feel none of these claims or assertions are
significant enough that they would materially affect the fairness of the
presentation of the financial statements at December 31, 2017.
2. Federal Funds
Funds received from Federal grants and programs are subject to audit and
disallowance on ineligible costs. Management of the Town feels any potential
questioned or disallowed costs would not materially affect the fairness of the
presentation of the financial statements at December 31, 2017.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2017
(Continued)
V. Other Information (continued)
F. Conduit Debt — Town of Vail, Colorado Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds
(Middle Creek Village Apartments Project), Series 2003A, 2003B and 2003-T
These bonds were issued in 2003 in an aggregate principal amount of $16,850,000 to
finance construction of multi -family housing projects within the Town. The bonds mature
in 2038. The bonds are solely payable from, and are secured by, a pledge of revenue
from loan agreements between the Town and Middle Creek Village, LLC (as borrower).
The borrower's obligation is secured by Deeds of Trust, Security Agreements, Financing
Statements and assignment of rents and leases. The bonds are a special limited
obligation of the Town, payable solely from the specified revenues of the projects, and do
not constitute debt or indebtedness of the Town.
VI. Prior Period Adjustment
The Town has restated the beginning balances of accumulated depreciation to reflect an
increase of $36,094,629 and a reduction of $53,757 in the government -wide net position
for governmental activities and business -type activities for respective historical excess
and insufficient depreciation.
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REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION
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Town of Vail, Colorado
General Fund
Schedule of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance
Budget (GAAP Basis) and Actual
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
With Comparative Actual Amounts For the Year Ended December 31, 2016
Revenues:
Taxes:
General sales taxes
Property and ownership taxes
Ski area lift ticket admissions tax
Franchise tax
Penalties and interest on delinquent taxes
Total - Taxes
Permits and Licenses:
Construction fees
Contractors' licenses
Other permits and licenses
Total - Permits and Licenses
Intergovernmental:
County sales tax
County road and bridge
Additional motor vehicle registration fees
Cigarette tax
Highway users tax
Other county sources
Other state sources
Federal sources
Total - Intergovernmental
Charges for Services:
Management fees - Vail
Local Marketing District
Internal service charge
Out of district fire response
Alarm monitoring fees
Parking
Fines and forfeitures
Rents
Other charges, services, and sales
Total - Charges for Services
Other Revenues:
Earnings on investments
Miscellaneous
Total - Other Revenues
Total Revenues
2017
Original
Budget
Final
Budget
Actual
Final Budget
Variance
Positive
(Negative)
2016
Actual
16,182,000 15,831,700 15,831,698 (2) 15,865,000
4,891,307 4,891,307 4,940,193 48,886 4,911,842
4,964,400 4,964,400 4,708,765 (255,635) 5,032,970
1,080,180 1,080,180 1,088,493 8,313 1,086,149
34,885 34,885 20,003 (14,882) 76,052
27,152,772 26,802,472 26,589,152 (213,320) 26,972,013
795,675 795,675 1,001,192 205,517 974,331
58,477 58,477 49,526 (8,951) 35,486
768,948 768,948 713,022 (55,926) 662,867
1,623,100 1,623,100 1,763,740 140,640 1,672,684
835,200 835,200 836,588 1,388 840,206
764,082 764,082 655,534 (108,548) 652,307
26,000 26,000 26,856 856 26,977
74,000 74,000 66,769 (7,231) 75,376
224,000 224,000 217,761 (6,239) 218,130
87,500 87,500 87,500 92,500
- 330,365 415,235 84,870 159,782
- 2,090 2,090 -
2,010,782 2,341,147 2,308,333 (32,814) 2,065,278
125,000
478,457
101,528
24,565
5,155,000
249,170
1,013,837
299,319
125,000
478,457
101,528
24,565
5,155, 000
249,170
1,068,837
299,319
7,446,876 7,501,876
120,000 (5,000) 112,000
512,438 33,981 529,596
17,296 (84,232) 47,625
21,261 (3,304) 20,886
4,902,756 (252,244) 5,230,062
258,728 9,558 214,258
1,027,199 (41,638) 1,019,509
290,369 (8,950) 297,974
7,150,047 (351,829) 7,471,910
120,000 120,000 208,432 88,432 83,624
161,000 195,253 247,785 52,532 181,178
281,000 315,253 456,217 140,964 264,802
38,514,530 38,583,848 38,267,489 (316,359) 38,446,687
(Continued)
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Town of Vail, Colorado
General Fund
Schedule of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance
Budget (GAAP Basis) and Actual
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
With Comparative Actual Amounts For the Year Ended December 31, 2016
(Continued)
2017 2016
Final Budget
Variance
Original Final Positive
Budget Budget Actual (Negative)
Actual
Expenditures:
General Government:
Town officials 1,709,983 1,695,889 1,280,282 415,607 1,198,093
Administrative 4,945,251 4,998,751 4,511,388 487,363 4,477,161
Community development 2,050,806 2,125,806 1,607,169 518,637 1,576,406
Total - General Government 8,706,040 8,820,446 7,398,839 1,421,607 7,251,660
Public Safety:
Police department 5,932,714 5,971,306 5,734,473 236,833 5,641,921
Fire department 4,199,043 4,464,987 4,451,108 13,879 3,981,917
Total - Public Safety 10,131,757 10,436,293 10,185,581 250,712 9,623,838
Public Works and Transportation:
Highways and streets 4,702,186 4,726,656 4,423,028 303,628 4,260,073
Transportation 5,014,001 5,115,001 5,216,267 (101,266) 4,876,217
Parking operations 1,400,215 1,499,215 1,405,212 94,003 1,233,700
Facility maintenance 3,575,096 3,623,320 3,713,247 (89,927) 3,627,068
Total - Public Works and Transportation 14,691,498 14,964,192 14,757,754 206,438 13,997,058
Culture and Recreation:
Special recreation facilities 285,750 300,750 288,044 12,706 295,441
Library 897,683 930,476 948,519 (18,043) 897,422
Total - Culture and Recreation 1,183,433 1,231,226 1,236,563 (5,337) 1,192,863
Economic Development:
Contributions, marketing, and special events 2,643,575 2,780,669 2,727,281 53,388 2,708,603
Total - Economic Development 2,643,575 2,780,669 2,727,281 53,388 2,708,603
Total Expenditures 37,356,303 38,232,826 36,306,018 1,926,808 34,774,022
Excess (Deficiency) of Revenues
Over Expenditures
1,158,227 351,022 1,961,471 1,610,449 3,672,665
Other Financing Sources (Uses):
Sale of assets 27,600 27,600 5,086
Total Other Financing Sources (Uses) - 27,600 27,600 5,086
Net Change in Fund Balance 1,158,227 351,022 1,989,071 1,638,049 3,677,751
Fund Balance - January 1 23,619,175 27,300,260 27,300,260 - 23,622,509
Fund Balance - December 31 24,777,402 27,651,282 29,289,331 1,638,049 27,300,260
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Special Revenue Funds
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
Schedule of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance
Budget (GAAP Basis) and Actual
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
With Comparative Actual Amounts For the Year Ended December 31, 2016
Revenues:
Taxes:
Real estate transfer tax
Intergovernmental Revenue:
Lottery revenue
Other county revenue
Other state revenue
Total - Intergovernmental Revenue
Charges for Services:
Recreation amenities fee
Land lease to Vail Recreation District
Total - Charges for Services
Other:
Project reimbursements
Donations
Interest on investments
Other
Total - Other
Total Revenues
2017 2016
Final Budget
Variance
Original Final Positive
Budget Budget Actual (Negative)
Actual
5,850,000 5,850,000 6,313,610 463,610 6,843,356
20,000 20,000 27,004 7,004
20,000 20,000 -
700,000 842,643 7,518 (835,125)
720,000 882,643 54,522 (828,121)
10,000 10,000 27,397 17,397
140,094 140,094 141,605 1,511
150,094 150,094 169,002 18,908
76,650 122,665 46,015
23,855 19,257 (4,598)
33,064 33,064 79,119 46,055
16,000 17,480 1,480
33,064 149,569 238,521 88,952
6,753,158 7,032,306 6,775,655 (256,651)
29,658
29,658
8,488
137,347
145,835
1,272,891
33,439
47,876
24,279
1,378,485
8,397,334
Expenditures:
Culture and Recreation:
Project management 292,500 292,500 315,681 (23,181) 342,168
Park maintenance 1,577,134 1,577,134 1,506,457 70,677 1,329,863
Environmental sustainability 474,645 501,415 473,331 28,084 411,131
Art in public places 106,846 106,846 107,170 (324) 104,105
Total - Culture and Recreation 2,451,125 2,477,895 2,402,639 75,256 2,187,267
Public Works:
Capital projects 5,734,135 11,831,720 4,244,957 7,586,763 12,844,327
Public Safety
Fire suppression 268,655 268,655 241,430 27,225 201,638
Total Expenditures 8,453,915 14,578,270 6,889,026 7,689,244 15,233,232
Excess (Deficiency) of Revenues
Over Expenditures
(1,700,757) (7,545,964) (113,371) 7,432,593
(6,835,898)
Other Financing Sources (Uses):
Transfers in - - 294,664
Total Other Financing Sources (Uses) - - 294,664
Net Change in Fund Balance (1,700,757) (7,545,964) (113,371) 7,432,593 (6,541,234)
Fund Balance - January 1 4,423,431 11,256,285 11,256,285 - 17,797,519
Fund Balance - December 31 2,722,674 3,710,321 11,142,914 7,432,593 11,256,285
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Revenues:
Permits and Licenses:
Business licenses
Other:
Interest on investments
Town of Vail, Colorado
Special Revenue Funds
Vail Marketing Fund
Schedule of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance
Budget (GAAP Basis) and Actual
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
With Comparative Actual Amounts For the Year Ended December 31, 2016
2017 2016
Variance
Original Final Positive
Budget Budget Actual (Negative) Actual
380,000
1,500
Total Revenues 381,500
Expenditures:
Economic Development:
Commission on Special Events
Administration fee
Total Expenditures
312,000
380,000 384,253
1,500 3,115
381,500 387,368
312,000 304,000
4,253 383,532
1,615 793
5,868 384,325
8,000 309,000
19,000 19,000 19,214 (214) 19,136
331,000
Excess (Deficiency) of Revenues
Over Expenditures 50,500
Fund Balance - January 1
331,000 323,214
50,500 64,154
7,786 328,136
13,654 56,189
253,776 259,452 259,452 203,263
Fund Balance - December 31 304,276
309,952 323,606
13,654 259,452
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Special Revenue Funds
Vail Local Marketing District
Schedule of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance
Budget (GAAP Basis) and Actual
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
With Comparative Actual Amounts For the Year Ended December 31, 2016
2017 2016
Final Budget
Variance
Original Final Positive
Budget Budget Actual (Negative) Actual
Revenues:
Taxes:
Lodging tax 3,300,000 3,300,000 3,303,027 3,027 3,198,625
Other:
Interest on investments 2,000 2,000 147 (1,853) 390
Miscellaneous - - - 1,332
Total - Other 2,000 2,000 147 (1,853) 1,722
Total Revenues 3,302,000 3,302,000 3,303,174 1,174 3,200,347
Expenditures:
Economic Development:
Destination 1,580,500 1,612,500 1,602,758
Front Range 264,000 264,000 265,230
Groups and meetings 752,965 752,965 670,198
Marketing 518,000 533,000 578,139
Special events 125,000 78,000 3,990
Purchased services 509,535 509,535 513,296
Total Expenditures 3,750,000 3,750,000 3,633,611
Excess (Deficiency) of Revenues Over Expenditures. (448,000) (448,000) (330,437)
Fund Balance - January 1 1,503,738 1,590,734 1,590,734
Fund Balance - December 31 1,055,738 1,142,734 1,260,297
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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9,742 1,212,997
(1,230) 247,367
82,767 700,248
(45,139) 551,904
74,010 21,250
(3,761) 428,045
116,389 3,161,811
117,563 38,536
1,552,198
117,563 1,590,734
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Special Revenue Funds
Vail Reinvestment Authority
Schedule of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance
Budget (GAAP Basis) and Actual
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
With Comparative Actual Amounts For the Year Ended December 31, 2016
2017 2016
Final Budget
Variance
Original Final Positive
Budget Budget Actual (Negative) Actual
Revenues:
Taxes:
Property tax 4,310,390 4,310,390 4,514,083 203,693 3,959,506
Other:
Interest on investments 1,600 1,600 3,272 1,672 2,062
Interest subsidy (Build America Bonds) 168,337 168,337 168,427 90 168,246
Total Revenues 4,480,327 4,480,327 4,685,782 205,455 4,129,814
Expenditures:
Economic Development:
Administration 75,640 75,640 80,715 (5,075) 69,772
Fiscal agent fees 2,200 2,200 2,420 (220) 2,420
Treasurer's fees 129,312 129,312 135,427 (6,115) 118,789
Professional fees 10,000 10,000 8,087 1,913 2,810
Vail Square Metro District 512,539 512,539 464,039 48,500 456,784
Total Economic Development 729,691 729,691 690,688 39,003 650,575
Debt Service:
Principal 515,000 515,000 515,000 - 500,000
Interest 547,753 547,753 547,753 564,928
Total Debt Service 1,062,753 1,062,753 1,062,753 - 1,064,928
Total Expenditures 1,792,444
1,792,444 1,753,441
39,003 1,715,503
Excess (Deficiency) of Revenues
Over Expenditures 2,687,883 2,687,883 2,932,341 244,458 2,414,311
Other Financing Sources (Uses):
Transfers out (3,585,000) (5,876,911) (4,179,718) 1,697,193 (3,546,063)
Total Other Financing Sources (Uses) (3,585,000) (5,876,911) (4,179,718) 1,697,193 (3,546,063)
Net Change in Fund Balance (897,117) (3,189,028) (1,247,377) 1,941,651 (1,131,752)
Fund Balance - January 1 3,389,766 4,312,149 4,312,149 - 5,443,901
Fund Balance - December 31 2,492,649 1,123,121 3,064,772 1,941,651 4,312,149
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION
June 19, 2018 - Page 105 of 39(
Town of Vail, Colorado
Capital Projects Fund
Schedule of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance
Budget (GAAP Basis) and Actual
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
With Comparative Actual Amounts For the Year Ended December 31, 2016
2017 2016
Original Final
Budget Budget
Actual
Final Budget
Variance
Positive
(Negative)
Actual
Revenues:
Taxes:
Sales tax 9,918,000 9,703,300 10,317,753 614,453 10,223,952
Construction use tax 1,545,000 1,545,000 1,740,754 195,754 1,688,841
Total - Taxes 11,463,000 11,248,300 12,058,507 810,207 11,912,793
Intergovernmental:
County revenues 260,305 (260,305) -
State grants 710,048 3,402 (706,646) 124,070
Federal grants - 60,293 60,293 26,786
Total - Intergovernmental 970,353 63,695 (906,658) 150,856
Charges for Services:
Leases - Vail Commons 159,135 159,135 159,135 - 159,135
Resale fees - - 6,755
Total - Charges for Services 159,135 159,135 159,135 165,890
Other:
Interest on investments 576,840 605,340 355,034 (250,306) 184,147
Project reimbursements/shared costs 65,000 1,676,971 206,306 (1,470,665) 299,595
Construction fees - 771,557 569,327 (202,230) 505,277
Workforce housing sales and other - - 3,250
Total - Other 641,840 3,053,868 1,130,667 (1,923,201) 992,269
Total Revenues
12,263,975 15,431,656 13,412,004 (2,019,652) 13,221,808
Expenditures:
Public Works:
Capital lease principal 60,683 60,683
Interest - 3,565 3,565 -
Capital projects and acquisition 15,212,020 52,091,392 29,452,457 22,638,935 12,178,634
Total - Public Works 15,212,020 52,091,392 29,516,705 22,703,183 12,178,634
Excess (Deficiency) of Revenues
Over Expenditures
(2,948,045) (36,659,736) (16,104,701) 20,683,531 1,043,174
Other Financing Sources (Uses):
Transfers in 3,585,000 5,876,912 4,179,718 (1,697,194) 3,251,399
Transfers (out) - (150,000) (150,000) - -
Total Other Financing Sources (Uses) 3,585,000 5,726,912 4,029,718 (1,697,194) 3,251,399
Net Change in Fund Balance 636,955 (30,932,824) (12,074,983) 18,986,337 4,294,573
Fund Balance - January 1 15,828,727 44,836,870 44,836,870 40,542,297
Fund Balance - December 31 16,465,682 13,904,046 32,761,887 18,986,337 44,836,870
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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June 19, 2018 - Page 106 of 39(
Town of Vail, Colorado
Enterprise Fund
Timber Ridge Fund
Schedule of Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Position
Budget (Non -GAAP Basis) and Actual with Reconciliation to GAAP Basis
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
With Comparative Actual Amounts For the Year Ended December 31, 2016
2017 2016
Final Budget
Variance
Original Final Positive
Budget Budget Actual (Negative) Actual
Operating Revenues:
Rent 1,402,441 1,364,441 1,359,914
Ground lease 155,149
Other 20,040 20,040 22,425
Total Operating Revenues 1,422,481 1,384,481 1,537,488
Operating Expenses:
Operating expenses
Capital outlay
Total Operating Expenses
Operating Income (Loss) - Budget Basis
(4,527)
155,149
2,385
1,298,908
155,149
27,047
153,007 1,481,104
529,026 529,026 503,646 25,380 490,178
281,273 326,273 325,715 558 207,337
810,299 855,299 829,361 25,938 697,515
612,182 529,182 708,127 178,945 783,589
Non-operating Revenues (Expenses):
Interest on investments 1,866 1,866 1,230 (636) 766
Interest expense (129,983) (129,983) (127,723) 2,260 (133,142)
Loan principal repayment to Capital Projects Fund (361,769) (361,769) (361,769) - (356,423)
Total Non-operating Revenue (Expenses) (489,886) (489,886) (488,262) 1,624 (488,799)
Change in Net Position - Budget Basis 122,296 39,296 219,865 180,569 294,790
Reconciliation to GAAP Basis:
Adjustments:
Loan principal repayment to Capital Projects Fund 361,769 356,423
Depreciation (337,190) (327,737)
Capitalized assets 325,715 207,337
Total Adjustments 350,294 236,023
Change in Net Position - GAAP Basis
570,159 530,813
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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June 19, 2018 - Page 107 of 39(
Town of Vail, Colorado
Enterprise Fund
Dispatch Services Fund
Schedule of Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Position
Budget (Non -GAAP Basis) and Actual with Reconciliation to GAAP Basis
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
With Comparative Actual Amounts For the Year Ended December 31, 2016
2017 2016
Original Final
Budget Budget
Actual
Final Budget
Variance
Positive
(Negative)
Actual
Operating Revenues:
Charges and Fees:
Dispatch service fee 663,307 663,307 659,571 (3,736) 663,214
Dispatching contracts 1,245,407 1,245,407 1,231,642 (13,765) 1,175,963
Other charges - 415,815 19,994 (395,821) 28,112
Total Operating Revenues 1,908,714 2,324,529 1,911,207 (413,322) 1,867,289
Operating Expenses:
Public Safety:
Salaries and benefits 2,076,804 2,092,014 2,010,382 81,632 1,937,210
Operating expenses 895,910 1,446,515 851,117 595,398 468,731
Total Operating Expenses 2,972,714 3,538,529 2,861,499 677,030 2,405,941
Operating (Loss) - Budget Basis (1,064,000) (1,214,000) (950,292) 263,708 (538,652)
Non-operating Revenues:
Operating grant - E-911 Board 766,809 766,809 776,809 10,000 742,627
Earnings on investments 6,594 6,594 7,511 917 1,052
Total Non-operating Revenues 773,403 773,403 784,320 10,917 743,679
Income (Loss) Before Transfers (290,597) (440,597) (165,972) 274,625 205,027
Transfers In - 150,000 150,000 -
Change in Net Position - Budget Basis (290,597) (440,597) (15,972) 424,625 205,027
Adjustments:
Change in compensated absences (12,962) (15,454)
Depreciation (154,561) (153,087)
Capitalized assets 304,070 -
Total Adjustments 136,547 (168,541)
Change in Net Position - GAAP Basis
120,575 36,486
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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June 19, 2018 - Page 108 of 39(
Town of Vail, Colorado
Internal Service Funds
Heavy Equipment Fund
Schedule of Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Position
Budget (Non -GAAP Basis) and Actual with Reconciliation to GAAP Basis
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
With Comparative Actual Amounts For the Year Ended December 31, 2016
2017 2016
Original Final
Budget Budget
Actual
Final Budget
Variance
Positive
(Negative)
Actual
Operating Revenues:
Charges and Fees:
Operating charges 2,369,801 2,369,801 2,331,493 (38,308) 2,481,748
Replacement charges 698,993 698,993 694,828 (4,165) 586,460
Total - Charges and Fees 3,068,794 3,068,794 3,026,321 (42,473) 3,068,208
Other:
Insurance reimbursements 10,000 10,000 20,304 10,304 47,099
Other - - 18,354 18,354 12,494
Total - Other 10,000 10,000 38,658 28,658 59,593
Total Operating Revenues 3,078,794 3,078,794 3,064,979 (13,815) 3,127,801
Operating Expenses:
Public Works:
Vehicle maintenance and fuel
Capital outlay
Total Operating Expenses
Operating Income (Loss) - Budget Basis
Non-operating Revenues:
Earnings on investments
Proceeds from sale of assets
Total Non-operating Revenues
Change in Net Position - Budget Basis
2,462,949 2,472,949 2,406,522 66,427 2,283,090
1,155,200 1,280,200 1,091,774 188,426 972,958
3,618,149 3,753,149 3,498,296 254,853 3,256,048
(539,355) (674,355) (433,317) 241,038 (128,247)
14,209 14,209 11,683 (2,526) 2,751
152,730 152,730 220,303 67,573 48,360
166,939 166,939 231,986 65,047 51,111
(372,416) (507,416) (201,331) 306,085 (77,136)
Reconciliation to GAAP Basis:
Adjustments:
Contributed from other funds 674,695 176,307
Net book value of disposed assets (30,066) (27,501)
Depreciation (794,507) (738,022)
Change in accrued compensated absences 1,919 (5,018)
Capitalized assets 1,091,774 972,958
Total Adjustments 943,815 378,724
Change in Net Position - GAAP Basis
742,484 301,588
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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June 19, 2018 - Page 109 of 39(
Town of Vail, Colorado
Internal Service Funds
Health Insurance Fund
Schedule of Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Position
Budget (GAAP Basis) and Actual
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
With Comparative Actual Amounts For the Year Ended December 31, 2016
2017 2016
Original Final
Budget Budget
Actual
Variance
Positive
(Negative)
Actual
Operating Revenues:
Charges and Fees:
Insurance premiums 3,500,000 3,500,000 3,700,000 200,000 3,300,000
Insurance premiums - Employee contributions 650,000 650,000 729,490 79,490 677,553
Insurer proceeds - - 1,265
Other - - 575
Total Operating Revenues 4,150,000 4,150,000 4,429,490 279,490 3,979,393
Operating Expenses:
General Government:
Health claims 3,340,908 3,790,908 3,684,452 106,456 3,045,743
Premiums 735,716 735,716 744,670 (8,954) 724,572
Administrative fees 46,010 46,010 20,000 26,010 35,355
Total Operating Expenses 4,122,634 4,572,634 4,449,122 123,512 3,805,670
Operating Income (Loss) 27,366 (422,634) (19,632) 403,002 173,723
Non-operating Revenues:
Earnings on investments
Change in Net Position
12,000 12,000 25,484 13,484 4,125
39,366 (410,634) 5,852 416,486 177,848
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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June 19, 2018 - Page 110 of 39(
Town of Vail, Colorado
Internal Service Funds
Combining Statement of Net Position
December 31, 2017
Heavy Health
Equipment Insurance
Fund Fund
Total
Assets:
Current Assets:
Equity in pooled cash and investments 1,735,830 3,780,767 5,516,597
Accounts receivable, net of allowance for uncollectibles 2,196 3,503 5,699
Inventory 279,614 279,614
Prepaid expenses 500 500
Total Current Assets 2,017,640 3,784,770 5,802,410
Non-current Assets:
Property, plant, and equipment, net of
accumulated depreciation 5,129,462 - 5,129,462
Total Assets 7,147,102
Liabilities:
Current Liabilities:
Accounts payable
Accrued salaries and wages
Current portion of compensated absences
Total Current Liabilities
Non-current Liabilities:
Compensated absences, net of current portion
Total Liabilities
57,321
15,354
16,946
89,621
3,784,770 10,931,872
335,108
392,429
15,354
16,946
335,108 424,729
39,543 39,543
129,164
Net Position:
Invested in capital assets, net of related debt 5,129,462
Unrestricted 1,888,476
Total Net Position 7,017,938
335,108 464,272
3,449,662
5,129,462
5,338,138
3,449,662 10,467,600
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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June 19, 2018 - Page 111 of 39(
Town of Vail, Colorado
Internal Service Funds
Combining Statement of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Fund Net Position
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
Heavy Health
Equipment Insurance
Fund Fund
Total
Operating Revenues:
Charges for services - Internal 3,026,321 3,700,000 6,726,321
Charges for services - External 729,490 729,490
Insurance reimbursements 20,304 20,304
Other 18,354 18,354
Total Operating Revenues 3,064,979 4,429,490 7,494,469
Operating Expenses:
Operations 2,404,603 20,000 2,424,603
Health claims and premiums 4,429,122 4,429,122
Depreciation 794,507 794,507
Total Operating Expenses 3,199,110 4,449,122 7,648,232
Operating Income (Loss) (134,131)
Non-operating Revenues (Expenses):
Gain (loss) on disposal of assets
Investment income
Total Non-operating Revenues (Expenses)
(19,632) (153,763)
190,237 190,237
11,683
201,920
25,484 37,167
25,484 227,404
Income (Loss) Before Transfers
and Capital Contributions 67,789 5,852 73,641
Capital Contributions, Net
Change in Net Position
Net Position - January 1 (Restated)
Net Position - December 31
674,695 674,695
742,484
6,275,454
7,017,938
5,852 748,336
3,443,810 9,719,264
3,449,662 10,467,600
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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June 19, 2018 - Page 112 of 39(
Town of Vail, Colorado
Internal Service Funds
Combining Statement of Cash Flows
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
Heavy Health
Equipment Insurance
Fund Fund
Total
Cash Flows From Operating Activities:
Cash received from other funds 3,026,321 3,700,000 6,726,321
Other cash receipts 36,462 727,252 763,714
Cash paid for goods and services (1,553,486) (4,454,714) (6,008,200)
Cash paid to employees (1,119,324) - (1,119,324)
Net Cash Provided (Used) by Operating Activities 389,973 (27,462) 362,511
Cash Flows From Capital and Related Financing Activities:
Cash received from sale of fixed assets 220,303 220,303
Acquisition and construction of capital assets (1,091,774) (1,091,774)
Net Cash Provided (Used) by Capital and
Related Financing Activities (871,471) - (871,471)
Cash Flows From Investing Activities:
Interest on investments
Net Cash Provided (Used) by Investing Activities
Net Change in Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents - Beginning
Cash and Cash Equivalents - Ending
Reconciliation of Operating Income (Loss) to Net Cash
Provided (Used) by Operating Activities:
Operating income (loss)
11,683
11,683
(469,815)
2,205,645
1,735,830
25,484 37,167
25,484 37,167
(1,978) (471,793)
3,782,745 5,988,390
3,780,767 5,516,597
(134,131) (19,632) (153,763)
Adjustments:
Depreciation 794,507 794,507
(Increase) decrease in accounts receivable (2,196) (2,238) (4,434)
(Increase) decrease in inventory (13,439) (13,439)
(Increase) decrease in prepaid expenses (500) (500)
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable (248,826) (5,092) (253,918)
Increase (decrease) in accrued wages and benefits (5,942) - (5,942)
Total Adjustments 524,104 (7,830) 516,274
Net Cash Provided (Used) by Operating Activities 389,973 (27,462) 362,511
Schedule of Non-cash Investing, Capital and Financing Activities:
Assets donated by Capital Projects Fund
674,695 - 674,695
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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June 19, 2018 - Page 113 of 39(
Project
Number
Town of Vail, Colorado
Capital Projects Fund
Schedule of Project Expenditures - Budget (GAAP Basis) and Actual
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
With Comparative Actual Amounts For the Year Ended December 31, 2016
Project Name
2017 2016
Variance
Final Positive
Budget Actual (Negative) Actual
CBI010 Fire Infrastructure / Main Vail Fire Stn 838,228 571,925 266,303 2,730,902
CBI021 Donovan Park Pavilion 10,000 10,000
CBI025 Colorado Ski Museum Renovation 500,000 500,000
CEP002 Hybrid Bus Battery Replacement 431,772 431,772
CEP004 Replace Buses 6,603,500 3,373,913 3,229,587 4,000
CEP005 Hardware Purchases 175,000 140,346 34,654 143,002
CEP006 Radio Replacement 279,205 18,865 260,340 -
CEP007 Phone System Upgrade 82,855 13,927 68,928 47,797
CEP008 Parking Entry System 34,200 16,163 18,037
CEP010 Network Upgrades 30,000 25,953 4,047 27,745
CEP011 Document Imaging 43,000 28,683 14,317 27,416
CEP018 Web and E-commerce 12,000 6,403 5,597 6,698
CEP019 Computer -Aided Dispatch (CAD/RMS) 100,000 76,232 23,768 48,146
CEP022 Audio Visual 139,000 41,608 97,392 39,390
CEP024 Police E -Ticketing System - - 98,572
CEP025 Fire operations breathing apparatus 298,000 298,000 - 45,000
CEP026 Fire Equipment - - 15,936
CEP030 Vehicle expansion 762,158 687,536 74,622 180,822
CEP031 Software Licensing 56,000 45,759 10,241 50,731
CEP033 Data Centers / Computer Rooms 894,036 - 894,036 120,964
CEP036 Business Systems 297,825 27,125 270,700 43,573
CEP038 Police Equipment 10,395 10,395 - 48,495
CEP040 Transit Center Generator 37,953 14,564 23,389 203,248
CEP042 Bus Camera System 4,050
CEP043 Police Body Worn Cameras 62,258
CEP044 BusWash Equipment - 236,912
CEP045 Resot Application 155,817 155,817 - 65,000
CEP046 Library Self -Check System Updates 18,000 - 18,000
CHF001 Buy -Down Housing 496,087 328,588 167,499
CHF002 Solar Vail 4,225,000 4,225,000
CHF003 Vail InDEED 500,000 500,000
CHP001 Buy -Down Program - 438 (438) 436,119
CHP020 Chamonix Housing Development 762,548 532,226 230,322 1,032,465
CHP021 Buzzard Park Window Replacement - - 134,963
CHP022 Chamonix- Vail Homes 17,728,000 15,252,345 2,475,655 -
CMP007 Transportation Master Plan 61,236 27,754 33,482 88,764
CMT003 Bus Shelter Replacement Program 90,612 1,787 88,825 9,388
CMT004 Capital Street Maintenance 1,244,925 1,212,105 32,820 1,167,170
CMT005 Facility Capital 636,805 616,072 20,733 286,944
CMT007 Parking Structure Maintenance 846,826 441,110 405,716 546,174
CMT009 Energy Enhacements 92,900 5,001 87,899
CMT010 Underground Utilities 275,000 203,872 71,128
CMT016 Public Works Wash Down 246,967 - 246,967 3,033
CMT017 Slifer Plaza Fountain and Storm Sewer 1,455,321 78,202 1,377,119 44,679
CMT018 Public Works Shop Building Maintenance 150,000 150,000
CMT020 Liftside to Glen Lyon Underground Powerline 50,000 50,000
COT002 Street Light Improvement Program 115,257 18,200 97,057 136,935
COT004 Fiber -Optics in Buildings 15,000 12,825 2,175 25,682
COT015 Red Sandstone Parking Garage 1,350,000 371,959 978,041 -
COT022 Municipal Complex Redevelopment 359,330 58,687 300,643 116,440
COT024 West Forest Road Bridge Repiar 347,497 347,497 2,503
COT025 Kinnickinnick(West) Bridge Repair 341,637 341,637 8,362
COT026 Vail Memorial Park Capital Contribution 50,000 50,000 - -
CSC016 Guest Services Enhancements 956,114 308,429 647,685 121,510
CSC017 Pedestrian Safety Enhacements 349,876 348,453 1,423 410,000
CSC018 East Meadow Drive Snowmelt 800,000 - 800,000 -
CSR007 Neighborhood Road Reconstruction 60,490 5,750 54,740 18,516
CSR008 Neighborhood Bridges 1,385,608 31,502 1,354,106 117,804
CSR009 Frontage Road Enhacements WMC 455,000 252,771 202,229 -
VRA010 1-70 Underpass 3,888,587 3,395,597 492,990 3,043,851
VRA013 East Lionshead Circle Pathway 100,000 6,440 93,560
VRA014 Dobson Plaza 100,000 - 100,000
VRA015 Public Art-Lionshead 173,325 173,250 75 176,675
VRA016 Vantage Point Walkway 185,000 159,811 25,189
VRA018 Lionshead Parking Structure Landscape Renova 100,000 - 100,000
VRA020 Heated Walk- Lionshead to First Chair 287,500 6,069 281,431
Total 52,091,392 29,452,457 22,638,935 12,178,634
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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June 19, 2018 - Page 114 of 39(
Project
Number
Town of Vail, Colorado
Special Revenue Funds
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
Schedule of Project Expenditures - Budget (GAAP Basis) and Actual
For the Year Ended December 31, 2017
With Comparative Actual Amounts For the Year Ended December 31, 2016
Project Name
2017 2016
Variance
Final Positive
Budget Actual (Negative)
Actual
CCF001 Golf Clubhouse Redevelopment 1,077,912 959,183 118,729 8,052,451
CCF002 Ford Park Fields Redevelopment 675,625 559,205 116,420 78,862
RFP005 Alpine Gardens Pledge 69,700 69,700 69,010
RFP007 Alpine Gardens Contribution 30,000 10,567 19,433 -
RFP017 Ford Park Portal Improvements 330,704 306,836 23,868 179,296
RFP019 Ford Park Landscape Improvements - 24,703
RMT001 Recreation Path Maintenance 204,135 139,302 64,833 9,589
RMT002 Tree Maintenance 104,270 103,898 372 45,730
RMT005 Street Furniture - Streetscape 57,588 56,134 1,454 69,445
RMT006 Eagle River Watershed Programs 59,450 59,450 - 53,480
RMT009 Park/Playground Capital Maintenance 83,025 73,518 9,507 104,981
RMT016 Ford Park / Tennis Center Improvements 178,245 52,800 125,445 -
RMT018 Dobson Ice Arena 408,878 5,773 403,105 9,745
RMT019 Gymnastics Center 52,089 9,500 42,589 5,200
RMT022 Recreation Enhancement Account (VRD) 140,094 140,094 -
RMT024 Athletic Fields 29,445 29,445 -
RMT025 Nature Center 109,754 22,514 87,240 -
RMT027 Golf Course - Other Improvements 622,372 622,372 8,954
RMT028 Flood Repairs 406,485 67,970 338,515 31,622
RMT029 Glen Lyon Recreation Path Bridge 150,000 118,637 31,363 -
RMT030 East Vail Interchange Improvements 988,807 64,847 923,960 100,957
RMT032 Intermountain Fuels Reduction 733,656 670,328 63,328 63,700
RPD011 Skate park - 294,664
RPD015 Booth Creek Park Redevelopment 384,768 75,920 308,848 2,037,432
RPD016 Donovan Park Master Plan 64,947 38,747 26,200 310,714
RPD017 Chalet Road Sport Courts 40,000 1,537 38,463 728,999
RPI006 Streamtract Improvements - 196,986
RPI007 Water Quality/ Storm Water 273,199 148,792 124,407 176,440
RPI008 East Vail Water Quality TAPS 1,125,111 1,125,111 84,889
RPI009 Big Horn Park Improvements 225,000 211,792 13,208 -
RPI010 Water Quality Infrastructure 1,527,773 87,061 1,440,712 -
RPI011 Streambank Restoration 426,806 142,431 284,375 -
RPI012 Private Streambank 210,000 12,764 197,236 -
RPT019 Library Recreation Path 10,000 10,000 -
RPT020 Open Lands 327,192 72,568 254,624 47,260
RPT021 Soft Surface Trails 100,000 31,892 68,108 -
RPT022 Adopt -a -Trail 5,000 5,000 - -
RRT001 Public Art 567,310 34,264 533,046 30,385
RRT006 Public Art - Winterfest 32,380 32,027 353 28,833
Total 11,831,720 4,244,957 7,586,763 12,844,327
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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LOCAL HIGHWAY FINANCE REPORT
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The public report burden for this information collection is estimated to average 380 hours annually.
Financial Planning 02/01
Form # 350-050-36
LOCAL HIGHWAY FINANCE REPORT
City or County: Vail
YEAR ENDING :
December 2017
This Information From The Records Of Town of Vail:
Prepared By: Carlie Smith
Phone: 970-479-2118
I. DISPOSITION OF HIGHWAY -USER REVENUES AVAILABLE FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT EXPENDITURE
A. Local
ITEM Motor -Fuel
Taxes
B. Local
Motor -Vehicle
Taxes
C. Receipts from
State Highway-
User Taxes
D. Receipts from
Federal Highway
Administration
1. Total receipts available
2. Minus amount used for collection expenses
3. Minus amount used for nonhighway purposes
4. Minus amount used for mass transit
5. Remainder used for highway purposes
ANL
II. RECEIPTS FOR ROAD AND STREET PURPOSES
III. DISBURSEMENTS FOR ROAD
AND STREET PURPOSES
ITEM
AMOUNT
ITEM
AMOUNT
A. Receipts from local sources:
"I
A. Local highway disbursements:
m-
1.
1. Local highway -user taxes
1. Capital outlay (from page 2)
4,984,967
a. Motor Fuel (from Item I.A.5.)
2. Maintenance:
2,707,952
b. Motor Vehicle (from Item I.B.5.)
3. Road and street services:
c. Total (a.+b.)
a. Traffic control operations
479,982
2. General fund appropriations
9,353,336
b. Snow and ice removal
960,402
3. Other local imposts (from page 2)
915,407
c. Other
4. Miscellaneous local receipts (from page 2)
-
d. Total (a. through c.)
1,440,384
5. Transfers from toll facilities
4. General administration & miscellaneous
387,201
6. Proceeds of sale of bonds and notes:
5. Highway law enforcement and safety
1,425,981
a. Bonds - Original Issues
6. Total (1 through 5)
10,946,485
b. Bonds - Refunding Issues
B. Debt service on local obligations:
c. Notes
1. Bonds:
I
d. Total (a. + b. + c.)
-
a. Interest
7. Total (1 through 6)
10,268,744
b. Redemption
B. Private Contributions
433,125
c. Total (a. + b.)
C. Receipts from State government
(from page 2)
2. Notes:
244,616
a. Interest
D. Receipts from Federal Government
(from page 2)-
b. Redemption
c. Total (a. + b.)
E. Total receipts (A.7 + B + C + D)
10,946,485
3. Total (1.c + 2.c)
C. Payments to State for highways
D. Payments to toll facilities
E. Total disbursements (A.6 + B.3 + C + D)
10,946,485
(Show all entries at par)
Opening Debt
Amount Issued
Redemptions
Closing Debt
A. Bonds (Total)
-
1. Bonds (Refunding Portion)
B. Notes (Total)
V. LOCAL ROAD AND STREET FUND BALANCE
A. Beginning Balance
B. Total Receipts
C. Total Disbursements
D. Ending Balance
E. Reconciliation
1 -
10,946,485
10,946,485
0
Notes and Comments:
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LOCAL HIGHWAY FINANCE REPORT
STATE:
Colorado
YEAR ENDING (mm/yy):
December 2017
II. RECEIPTS FOR ROAD AND STREET PURPOSES - DETAIL
ITEM
AMOUNT
ITEM
AMOUNT
A.3. Other local imposts:
I
A.4. Miscellaneous local receipts:
a. Property Taxes and Assessments
a. Interest on investments
b. Other local imposts:
b. Traffic Fines & Penalities
1. Sales Taxes
c. Parking Garage Fees
2. Infrastructure & Impact Fees
d. Parking Meter Fees
3. Liens
e. Sale of Surplus Property
4. Licenses
f. Charges for Services
5. Specific Ownership &/or Other
915,407
g. Other Misc. Receipts
6. Total (1. through 5.)
915,407
h. Other
c. Total (a. + b.)
915,407
i. Total (a. through h.)
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ITEM
AMOUNT
ITEM
AMOUNT
C. Receipts from State Government
D. Receipts from Federal Government
1. Highway -user taxes
217,761
1. FHWA (from Item I.D.5.)
2. State general funds
2. Other Federal agencies:
3. Other State funds:
a. Forest Service
a. State bond proceeds
b. FEMA
b. Project Match
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c. HUD
c. Motor Vehicle Registrations
26,855
d. Federal Transit Admin
d. Other (Specify)
e. U.S. Corps of Engineers
e. Other (Specify)
f. Other Federal
f. Total (a. through e.)
26,855
g. Total (a. through f.)
4. Total 1.+2.+3.
244,616
3. Total 1.+2.
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III. DISBURSEMENTS FOR ROAD AND STREET PURPOSES - DETAIL
ON NATIONAL
HIGHWAY
SYSTEM
ar.
OFF NATIONAL
HIGHWAY
SYSTEM
b
TOTAL
(c)
A.1. Capital outlay:
a. Right -Of -Way Costs
-
b. Engineering Costs
321,595
321,595
c. Construction:
(1). New Facilities
-
(2). Capacity Improvements
-
(3). System Preservation
4,663,372
4,663,372
(5). Total Construction (1) + (2) + (3) + (4)
-
4,663,372
4,663,372
d. Total Capital Outlay (Lines 1.a. + 1.b. + 1.c.5)
-
4,984,967
4,984,967
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Issuer's Annual Report
Update of Official Statement Tables to be Updated
Tables I, II and III
December 31, 2017
TABLE I
Vail Reinvestment Authority History of Pledged Revenues
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
Pledged Revenues 3,188,389
Levy Year
3,373,916 3,541,546
3,673,030 4,221,743
TABLE II
Vail Reinvestment Authority History of Assessed Valuations
Valuation Valuation
Total Assessed Percent Allocable Allocable
Collection Year Valuation Change to Base to Increment
2012 2013 166,325,430 94,467,810 71,857,620
2013 2014 162,091,770 -2.5% 90,762,320 71,329,450
2014 2015 175,857,330 8.5% 99,317,520 76,539,810
2015 2016 178,203,030 1.3% 99,314,850 78,888,180
2016 2017 212,494,370 19.2% 115,130,090 97,364,280
TABLE III
Mill Levies Affecting Property Owners within the Vail Reinvestment Authority Plan Area
Tax Areas
2012/2013 2013/2014 2014/2015 2015/2016 2016/2017
202 46.2540 47.0140 45.2100 51.1300 51.698
203 44.7780 45.4720 44.1460 49.7500 50.396
204 60.1000 60.8760 55.7010 61.4300 60.85
206 46.2540 47.0140 45.5210 51.1300 51.698
207 86.2540 87.0140 80.5210 86.1300 86.698
208 71.2540 72.0140 67.3960 73.0100 73.573
216
225
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Issuer's Annual Report
Update of Official Statement of Tables to be Updated
Tables IV and V
December 31, 2017
TABLE IV
Largest Taxpayers in the Authority
Taxpayer Name
Diamondrock LLC
Arrrabelle at Vail Square LLC
Ritz-Carlton Development Co Inc
Lion Vail LLC
Vail Corp
Lazier Lionshead LLC
A Belle Vail Co LLC
SOHO Development LLC
Blue Ice 21 LLC
Landmark Commercial Dev Co
Arrrabelle at Vail Square LLC
2017 Preliminary
Assessed Valuation
41,325,270
12,706,140
10,274,320
7,379,350
4,964,690
3,296,960
2,916,700
1,870,590
1,557,780
1,353,730
1,190,070
Total 212,494,370
Percentage of Total
Assessed Valuation
19.4%
6.0%
4.8%
3.5%
2.3%
1.6%
1.4%
0.9%
0.7%
0.6%
0.6%
TABLE V
2017 Preliminary Assessed Valuation of Classes of Property in the Authority
Total Percentage of Total
Class Assessed Valuation Assessed Valuation
Residential 130,882,490 62%
Commercial 80,531,890 38%
Vacant 949,920 0%
State assessed 130,070 0%
Total 212,494,370 100%
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Issuer's Annual Report
Update of Official Statement Tables to be Updated
Table VI
December 31, 2017
TABLE VI
History of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance
Vail Reinvestment Authority
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
Revenues:
Other:
Property tax 3,413,188 3,662,130 3,837,261 3,959,506 4,514,083
Interest on investments 1,714 1,219 937 2,062 3,273
Interest subsidy (Build America Bonds) 166,259 167,524 167,896 168,246 168,427
Total Revenues 3,581,161 3,830,873 4,006,094 4,129,814 4,685,783
Expenditures:
Economic Development:
Administration
Fiscal agent fees
Treasurer's fees
Professional fees
Vail Square Metro District
Total Economic Development:
Debt Service:
Principal
Interest
Total Debt Service:
60,133
2,200
102,396
413
392,772
557,914
460,000
605,203
1,065,203
Total Expenditures 1,623,117
Excess (Deficiency) of Revenues
Over Expenditures 1,958,044
Other Financing Sources (Uses):
Transfers out
Total Other Financing Sources (Uses)
Net Change in Fund Balance
Fund Balance - January 1
Fund Balance - December 31
(1,842,286)
(1,842,286)
65,282
2,200
113,259
5,435
456,957
67,167
2,420
115,121
11,623
464,548
643,134 660,879
475,000 490,000
591,178 577,928
1,066,178 1,067,928
1,709,312 1,728,807
2,121,560 2,277,287
(3,049,280) (2,757,636)
(3,049,280) (2,757,636)
115,758 (927,719)
69,772
2,420
118,789
2,810
456,784
80,715
2,420
135,427
8,087
464,039
650,575 690,688
500,000 515,000
564,928 547,753
1,064,928 1,062,753
1,715,503 1,753,441
2,414,311 2,932,342
(3,546,063) (4,179,718)
(3,546,063) (4,179,718)
(480,349) (1,131,752) (1,247,376)
6,736,211 6,851,969 5,924,250
6,851,969
5,924,250 5,443,901
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5,443,901 4,312,149
4,312,149 3,064,773
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Town of Vail, Colorado
Issuer's Annual Report
Update of Official Statement of Tables to be Updated
Tables VII and VIII
December 31, 2017
TABLE VII
2017 Budget Summary and Actual Comparison / 2018 Budget
Vail Reinvestment Authority
Revenues:
Other:
Property tax
Interest on investments
Interest Subsidy (Build America Bonds)
Total Revenues
2017
Budget
4,310,390
1,600
168,337
4,480,327
2017
Actual
4,514,083
3,273
168,427
2018
Budget
4,413,000
1,745
167,444
4,685,783 4,582,189
Expenditures:
Economic Development:
Administration 75,640 80,715 77,460
Fiscal agent fees 2,200 2,420 2,200
Treasurer's fees 129,312 135,427 116,190
Professional fees 10,000 8,087 10,000
Vail Square Metro District 512,539 464,039 540,000
Total Economic Development: 729,691 690,688 745,850
Debt Service:
Principal 515,000 515,000 535,000
Interest 547,753 547,753 526,753
Total Debt Service: 1,062,753 1,062,753 1,061,753
Total Expenditures 1,792,444 1,753,441 1,807,603
Excess (Deficiency) of Revenues over Expenditures 2,687,883 2,932,342 2,774,586
Other Financing Sources (Uses):
Transfers out (5,876,911) (4,179,718) (2,156,000)
Net Change in Fund Balance (3,189,028) (1,247,376) 618,586
Fund Balance - January 1 4,312,149 4,312,149 1,123,121
Fund Balance - December 31 1,123,121 3,064,773 1,741,707
TABLE VIII
Outstanding Revenue Obligations
Outstanding
Issue Principal
Vail Reinvestment Authority Tax Increment Revenue Bonds, Series 2010A $ 535,000
Vail Reinvestment Authority Tax Increment Revenue Bonds, Series 2010B 8,270,000
Total $ 8,805,000
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TOWN Of 9
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: 2018 Open Lands Plan Update - Timeline and Review Process
PRESENTER(S): Chris Neubecker, Planning Manager
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: At the June 5, 2018 meeting, Council directed staff to
facilitate a review process for the 2018 Lands Plan Update that will ensure a comprehensive and
thorough review of the plan update as a precursor to Council taking action on the plan. We ask that
the Town Council review the proposed timeline and review process and provide feedback to Staff
to confirm our understanding of the public hearing process and plan review timeline.
BACKGROUND: The review of the 2018 Open Lands Plan Update will require multiple
meetings. In order to ensure a thorough review of the different aspects of the Plan, Staff
recommends breaking the review into manageable segments.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Town Council review the proposed
timeline and review process and provide feedback on any changes that may be required.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Open Lands Plan Update - Staff Memo
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TOWN OF vain
Memorandum
TO: Town Council
FROM: Community Development Department
DATE: June 19, 2018
SUBJECT: An update to the 1994 Comprehensive Open Lands Plan, pursuant to Section
12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code. (PEC17-0049)
Applicant: Town of Vail, represented by Braun Associates, Inc.
Planner: Chris Neubecker
I. Purpose
The purpose of this memo is to identify a process and timeline for the review,
modification (if necessary) and approval of the 2018 Open Lands Plan Update. Here is
a link to the Open Lands Plan portal which includes the Draft 2018 Open Lands Plan:
https://www.vailgov.com/openlandsupdate
An overview of the 2018 Open Lands Plan Update and the planning process used to
prepare this plan were presented to the Town Council at the June 5th meeting. Council
directed staff to facilitate a review process over the course of the summer that will
ensure a comprehensive and thorough review of the proposed update as a precursor to
Council taking action on the plan. Below is Staff's suggestion for how this review
process can be implemented.
11. Approach to Review Process
The 2018 Open Lands Plan Update addresses the same three main topics as the 1994
Comprehensive Open Lands Plan:
• The protection of environmentally sensitive lands,
• The use of town lands (to meet community needs), and
• Trails
While there are many inter -relationships between these three topics, each has its own
unique set of considerations and these topics present a logical framework for a
compartmentalized review process. As proposed, the bulk of the review process
involves three work sessions dedicated to each of these three topics. It is anticipated
that these meetings will be fairly intensive and will involve a thorough review of each
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topic. An element of these meetings will include discussion of the topics' inter-
relationships with other aspects of the plan.
It is Staff's intention that, at the conclusion of each of the three topical meetings, we
have identified and agreed upon the refinements Council would like to see made to the
plan. A wrap-up meeting would then be held to present a final draft of the plan that
includes all the Council's refinements. While the process below assumes four
meetings, we will take the time necessary for the Council to complete their review of the
plan.
III. Suggested Meeting Format
Below is a summary of all Council meetings during this review process:
Meeting #1 — June 5, 2018
• Introduction/overview of the 2018 Open Lands Plan Update
Meeting#2 — June 19, 2018
• Present Staff's suggested timeline and approach to Council's review of the plan
• Discussion of Council's general impressions of the draft plan, including plan
organization, format/layout, maps and graphics, flow, etc.
• Discussion of specific questions and comments Council may have relative to the
three upcoming topical meetings (i.e. information that may assist Staff in
preparing for these discussions)
Meeting #3 / Chapter 2 Environmentally Sensitive Lands - Date TBD
This discussion will focus on the protection of environmentally sensitive lands and will
involve the following:
• Optional site visits
• What the '94 achieved, process used, results
• Community input during this update process
• Process used for updating this element of the plan
• Overview of Chapter 2 - content, intended objective, etc.
• Review of lands recommended for acquisition and/or protection
• Discussion of methods for protecting sensitive lands
• Recommended Action Items and Implementation Steps
• Implications/relationship of Chapter 2 with rest of the plan
• Summary of refinements to be addressed by Staff
Meeting #4 / Chapter 3 Town -Owned Lands and Use of Lands - Date TBD
This discussion will focus on the protection of environmentally sensitive lands and will
involve the following:
• Optional site visits
• What the '94 achieved, process used, results
• Community input during this update process
• Process used for updating this element of the Plan
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• Overview of Chapter 3 - content, intended objective, etc.
• Review of Town owned lands and lands recommended for potential acquisition
• Recommended Action Items and Implementation Steps
• Implications/relationship of Chapter 3 with rest of the plan
• Summary of refinements to be addressed by Staff
Meeting #5 / Chapter 4 Trails - Date TBD
This discussion will focus on trails and will involve the following:
• Optional site visits
• What the '94 achieved, process used, results
• Community input during this update process
• Input from wildlife experts
• Process used for updating this element of the Plan
• Overview of Chapter 4 - content, intended objective, etc.
• Review of all proposed trail ideas, and trails dropped from consideration
• Recommended Action Items and Implementation Steps
• Implications/relationship of Chapter 4 with rest of the plan
• Summary of refinements to be addressed by staff
Meeting #6 / Presentation of refined draft — Date TBD
Presentation of resolution for approval of final draft of plan reflecting all refinements
discussed in meetings #3, #4 and #5.
IV. Action Requested from Town Council
We ask that the Town Council review the timeline and review process identified above,
and provide feedback to Staff to confirm our understanding of the public hearing
process and plan review timeline.
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2018 Update to the 1884 Comprehensive Open Lands Plan
INTRODUCTION
Meeting #1
Introduction/overview
of the 2018 Open
Lands Plan Update
June 5th, 2018
Meeting #2
Suggested approach
to Council's review
Discussion of
Council's general
impression of draft
Specific questions/
comments of Council
June 19th, 2018
APPROVAL
Meeting #3
Environmentally
Sensitive Lands
'94 plan, process, results
Community input during
this update process
2018 Update process
Overview of Chapter 2
Lands recommended for
acquisition/protection
Methods for protecting
sensitive lands
Action Items/Implementa-
tion Steps
Implications/relationship
of Chapter 2 with rest of
the plan
Summary of refinements
Date TBD
1
Refine Draft
Follow up as
necessary
Meeting #4
Town -Owned
Lands
'94 plan, process, results
Community input during
this update process
2018 Update process
Overview of Chapter 3
Existing town lands and
lands recommended for
potential acquisition
Action Items and
Implementation Steps
Implications/relationship
of Chapter 3 with rest of
the plan
Summary of refinements
Date TBD
Refine Draft
Follow up as
necessary
Meeting #5
Trails
'94 plan, process, results
Community input during
this update process
2018 Update process
Overview of Chapter 4
Proposed trail ideas/
trails dropped from
consideration
Action Items and
Implementation Steps
Implications/relation-
ship of Chapter 4 with
rest of the plan
Summary of refinements
Date TBD
Refine Draft
Follow up as
necessary
Meeting #6
Presentation of
revised plan
Consideration of
resolution for
approval
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TOWN Of 9
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: Commercial Ski Storage Review
PRESENTER(S): Jonathan Spence, Senior Planner
BACKGROUND: The purpose of this discussion is to update the Vail Town Council regarding
the Town's policy concerning the regulation of commercial ski storage, ski valet and ski concierge
services. The desired outcome of this discussion is for the Town Council to recommend that the
proposed amendments be reviewed by the Planning and Environmental Commission for a
recommendation prior to returning to the Town Council in the form of an ordinance.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Staff Memorandum
A. Staff Memorandum to the PEC, 10-09-2017
B. PEC Meeting Minutes, 10-09-2017
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TOWN OF VAIL'
Memorandum
TO: Vail Town Council
FROM: Community Development Department
DATE: June 19, 2018
SUBJECT: Commercial Ski Storage Work Session
I. PURPOSE
The purpose of this worksession is to update the Vail Town Council regarding the
Town's policy concerning the regulation of commercial ski storage, ski valet and ski
concierge services. The desired outcome of this discussion is for the Town Council to
recommend that the proposed amendments be reviewed by the Planning and
Environmental Commission for a recommendation prior to returning to the Town Council
in the form of an ordinance. Staff has encouraged a policy that is focused on the
following elements:
• Guest Service consistent with the Vail brand;
• Considerate to existing and future business models;
• Considerate of the aesthetic expectations of our guests and residents;
• Considerate of pedestrian and vehicular safety; and
• A policy that is fair, consistent, understandable and easily enforceable.
To this end, staff has worked with Jeff Babb of Vail Resorts and Alison Wadey of the
Vail Chamber and Business Association to propose minor amendments to the Vail
Town Code that will further facilitate the elements of the policy. We have also worked
previously with a group of ski shop owners and managers to obtain input on the issues
relating to ski storage. The purpose of the amendments is to:
• Provide further clarification as to what is, and is not, considered
commercial ski storage; and
• A clarification regarding ski storage that is part of a lodge or dwelling unit.
It is our belief that these changes, although minor, provide the needed clarifications
regarding what does and does not constitute commercial ski storage while allowing the
continuation of services consistent with guest expectations and the Vail brand.
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11. BACKGROUND
The Town of Vail and its regulations of ski storage, ski valet and ski concierge services
have not kept pace with the evolving nature of the ski industry. As a result, the Town is
experiencing the following challenges with the current regulations on commercial ski
storage:
• Regulations that may be ambiguous and vague
• Regulations that appear to be inconsistent with evolving customer
expectations;
• Regulations that may be difficult and/or impractical to enforce, resulting in
a perception of inconsistent enforcement; and
On August 1, 2017, the Community Development Department presented a report to the
Town Council on Commercial Ski Storage to engage the Council in a discussion
regarding the Town's policy concerning commercial ski storage, ski valet and ski
concierge services. At the end of the discussion, Town Council supported the creation
of a Task Force consisting of business owners and managers in Vail's ski and lodging
industry, and Town staff. The mission of the Task Force was to study this issue in
greater detail, and provide feedback to the Town Council on amendments that may be
needed to the Town's current regulations.
Fourteen members of the local ski and lodging industry signed up for the Task Force,
and several others contacted the Community Development Department after the August
1, 2017 meeting, expressing interest in participating. Following are members of the
Task Force that attended at least one of these meetings:
Chris Cremer Intrawest / Ski Haus
Jeff Evans Christy Sports
Jeff Babb Vail Resorts
Marco Valenti Vail Resorts Retail
Scott Gubrud Four Seasons
Brent Martin Four Seasons
Jacob Bangston Sebastian Base Camp
Jay Lucas Ski Base
Tom Neyens Ski Valet
Zack Meyers Arrabelle
Tom Higgins American Ski Exchange
Chris Howe Ski Butlers / Antlers
Alison Wadey Vail Chamber and Business Association
Jenn Bruno Vail Town Council
Kevin Foley Vail Town Council
Task Force meetings were held on August 18, August 23, and August 25, 2017. Based
on input from the Task Force at these meetings, and tours of the some of the
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participating businesses, the Community Development Department and the Task Force
developed recommendations for the Town Council to consider.
On September 5, 2017, the Community Development Department and Task Force
presented their recommendations to the Town Council. The Town Council supported
the recommendations, and directed staff to begin to draft text amendments to
implement the changes.
On September 11, 2017, the Community Development Department presented the
Commercial Ski Storage Task Force's recommendations to the PEC. The PEC
requested more time to review specific code language, and requested that this topic
return for further discussion.
On September 25, 2017, the Community Development Department presented the
Commercial Ski Storage Task Force's recommendations to the PEC. The PEC
requested site visits to several of the ski shops, ski valet services and ski clubs
impacted by these regulations. A tour of these properties was scheduled for October 9,
2017 as part of the PEC meeting.
On October 9, 2017 the Planning and Environmental Commission further reviewed the
proposed recommendations of the Task Force, expressing concerns with the proposed
changes and possible unintended consequences, particularly as related to expanding
allowable commercial ski storage to building levels other than the basement/garden
levels and the placement of ski racks within pedestrian or other established easements.
The staff memorandum and minutes from this meeting are included as Attachments A
and B.
III. PROPOSED CODE LANGUAGE
Based upon the concerns expressed by the PEC and in further discussions and
coordination with the Vail Resorts and the Vail Chamber and Business Association, a
decision was made not to expand permitted locations for commercial ski storage and to
not codify the relationship between ski racks and pedestrian or other easements. This
decision reflected considerable concerns related to the unintended consequences of
expanding allowable locations for commercial ski storage and the business community's
long reliance on the existing regulations. It was determined that the use of existing
regulations related to Outdoor Storage and the examination of any conflicting
easements was best done on an individual basis.
In an effort to provide the community, retailers and code enforcement with a better
understanding of what does and does not constitute commercial ski storage, staff, Vail
Resorts and the Vail Chamber and Business Association recommend the following
additional language be added to the definition section (Section 12-2-2) of the Vail Town
Code. New language proposed is shown in bold.
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COMMERCIAL SKI STORAGE/SKI CLUB: Storage for equipment (skis, snowboards,
boots and poles) and/or clothing used in skiing related sports, which is available to the
public or members, operated by a business, club or government organization, and
where a fee is charged for hourly, daily, monthly, seasonal or annual usage. This use
may have, but does not require, the following components:
A. Personal lockers,
B. Boot dryers,
C. Ski storage racks,
D. Ski tuning,
E. Food and beverage service,
F. Areas for congregation and/or socializing,
G. Restrooms and/or shower facilities,
H. Nonwinter activities,
I. Concierge ski services,
J. Retail sales,
K. Business center.
Ski storage that is part of a lodge, or dwelling unit, in which a fee is not charged and is
located within the lodge or dwelling unit, is not considered commercial ski
storage/ski club.
The following activities, when accessory to a retail operation, shall not be
considered ski storage:
A. The outdoor display of skis or skiing related equipment that is available
for sale, available for rent, rented or recently serviced. Outdoor display
is subject to requirements of Section 12-14-21: OUTDOOR DISPLAY OF
GOODS.
B. The indoor storage, on levels of a building other than the basement or
garden level, of skis or skiing related equipment that is available for
sale, available for rent, rented from the same business or recently
serviced.
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IV. NEXT STEPS
Following direction from the Town Council, Community Development will present the
proposed revisions to the Planning and Environmental Commission for their
recommendation before proceeding to the Town Council for two readings of an adopting
ordinance.
V. ATTACHMENT
A. Staff Memorandum to the PEC, 10-09-2017
B. PEC Meeting Minutes, 10-09-2017
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TOWN OF VAIL'
Memorandum
TO: Planning and Environmental Commission
FROM: Community Development Department
DATE: October 9, 2017
SUBJECT: Commercial Ski Storage - Update
I. PURPOSE
The purpose of this memo is to update the Planning and Environmental Commission
(PEC) on issues and progress relating to the Town's commercial ski storage regulations
and to present a draft of the text amendments necessary to update these regulations.
There are also a few questions for the PEC to help determine the direction of these
regulations.
The PEC is asked to review the questions, and draft text amendments and provide
feedback on changes or additional information that may be necessary before moving
forward with a formal prescribed regulations amendment.
11. BACKGROUND
The Town's current regulations of commercial ski storage, ski valet and ski concierge
services have not kept pace with the evolving nature of the ski industry. As a result, the
Town is experiencing the following challenges with the current regulations on
commercial ski storage:
• Regulations that are ambiguous and vague
• Regulations that are inconsistent with evolving customer expectations;
• Regulations that are difficult and/or impractical to enforce, resulting in a
perception of inconsistent enforcement; and
• Regulations that may have resulted in unintended consequences, most
notably considerable storage of ski equipment outside that has both safety
and aesthetic implications.
On September 5, 2017, the Community Development Department presented the
Commercial Ski Storage Task Force's recommendations to the Town Council, which
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included a recommendation to not change the existing policy on commercial ski storage.
The Town Council supported the recommendations, and directed staff to begin to draft
text amendments to implement the changes.
On September 11, 2017, the Community Development Department presented the
Commercial Ski Storage Task Force's recommendations to the PEC. The PEC
requested more time to review specific code language, and requested that this topic
return for further discussion.
On September 25, 2017, the Community Development Department presented the
Commercial Ski Storage Task Force's recommendations to the PEC. The PEC
requested site visits to several of the ski shops, ski valet services and ski clubs
impacted by these regulations. A tour of these properties is scheduled for October 9,
2017 as part of the PEC meeting. (Please see the attached schedule for more
information on the locations and estimated times for the tour.)
III. RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE TASK FORCE
The current zoning regulations permit Commercial Ski Storage/Ski Clubs only in the
basement or garden level of a building in the following districts:
• Commercial Core 1 (CC1)
• Commercial Core 2 (CC2)
• Lionshead Mixed Use -1 (LMU-1)
• Lionshead Mixed Use -2 (LMU-2)
• Ski Base Recreation -2 (SBR -2)
Following is a summary of the Task Force recommendations:
• Keep the existing horizontal zoning in place, which only allows Commercial Ski
Storage and Ski Clubs as a permitted use on the basement or garden level of a
structure
• Add graphics to improve the definitions for the following:
➢ First floor of street level
➢ Basement or garden level
• Separate the definitions for Commercial Ski Storage and Ski Club
• Create a separate definition for Ski Storage Lockers
• Set time of day limits on the placement of ski racks outside of a business
• Do not set limits on the number of racks placed on private property
• Ensure that public pedestrian easements are not blocked by ski racks
• Consider removing code language on outdoor displays stating that an outdoor
display "shall not visually detract from or block storefront or shop window"
• Clarify that a building used for delivery of skis to guests of a hotel, which is
separated from the hotel property, is considered Commercial Ski Storage (i.e.
Four Seasons at Gorsuch on Wall Street)
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IV. WHAT ARE THE IMPACTS OF THESE REGULATIONS?
Depending on the amendments that are finally adopted, there may be impacts to local
business, the guest experience, code enforcement, or other unintended consequences.
Action
Positive Impact
Negative Impact
TIME
Time of day limits on the
placement of ski racks outside
of a business
Achieves policy objective.
Clearly indicates when racks
of skis can be placed outside.
Ensures ski racks are not
outside all the time. May
improve safety and aesthetics.
Some business may operate
outside the set time limits.
PLACE
Keep existing zoning that only
allows ski storage in
basements
Maintains vibrancy of retail
shops and restaurants on
street level
Guests must walk up stairs in ski
boots carrying skis. Reduced
number of locations for ski storage.
Prohibit placing racks on
pedestrian easements
Ensures safe passage for
pedestrians and emergency
vehicles
Some properties are surrounded by
easements, and would have no
place for ski racks — Arrabelle;
Concert Hall Plaza
Action
Positive Impact
Negative Impact
Clarify that a ski storage
building separated from the
hotel property is considered
Commercial Ski Storage, and
is not exempt from
Commercial Ski Storage
regulations
Easier to understand if
regulations are more specific
Change applies only to one
property at this time.
MANNER
No limit on number of racks
Allows business owner to
determine what is best for the
business
Potential negative impact on
aesthetics.
OTHER CODE CLARIFICATIONS
Add graphics to improve
understanding of definitions
Easier to understand
There may be impacts to other
sections of Town Code by
amending definitions.
Separate the definitions for
Commercial Ski Storage and
Ski Club
Easier to understand
Create a separate definition
for Ski Storage Lockers
Easier to understand
Remove language on visually
detracting or blocking
storefront or shop window
This language in the Outdoor
Display section of the code is
already vague, and may be
difficult to enforce
May result in more clutter, and less
visibility of display windows.
Conflicts with the Town policy
objective of maintaining vibrancy
and economic vitality in the
commercial cores.
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After further consideration of these changes and clarifications, the Staff and Task Force
request feedback on the following questions in order to have clarity on these
regulations:
1. Several businesses in Town currently place racks of skis outside their business
during the day, and then roll these racks onto the first floor of the business at
night, when the business is closed. These are usually racks for skis that are
rented to a customer, and then returned to the same rental shop each night. In
some cases, these racks may be for skis belonging to hotel guests, where the
hotel has an agreement with the ski shop for storage of the skis.
• Is the placement of racks of skis inside a business when the
business is closed considered "Commercial Ski Storage"? If it is,
then it is currently prohibited on the first floor.
• How is this operation distinguished from storage of private skis for
an individual? Does it matter if the skis are rented from the same
business?
• If it is not considered "Commercial Ski Storage", then what is it?
• Is the PEC comfortable with additional businesses following this
business model, which may lead to more floor area dedicated to ski
racks, and less floor area dedicated to retail sales?
• There may also be fire and safety issues with too many racks of skis
blocking emergency access inside a business.
• Limits on the number of racks, or a maximum area, could be
implemented. But some businesses selected their locations due to
the amount of outdoor space available for display, and limiting the
number or area of racks would impact these businesses.
2. The Task Force recommended setting time limits on the placement of racks of
skis outside a business. The recommended time limits are from 7:00 AM until
9:00 PM. This timeframe was recommended to allow skis to be placed outside
before the lifts open, and late enough that it allows a business to remain open
late, if they desire, without brining the skis in while the shop is open.
• Is 7:00 AM — 9:00 AM a reasonable timeframe to allow outside racks
of skis?
3. Ski Clubs are currently permitted only in the basement or garden level. There is
at least one Ski Club that currently operates on upper level of a building, which
was permitted as the result of a determination of similar use by a previous
Council. In that case, the Ski Club was determined to be similar to an "Eating
and drinking establishment". Many ski clubs have a significant ski storage aspect
to the club.
• Should Ski Clubs be permitted on the second floor or above?
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• If so, this would be a change in policy.
• What are the impacts of allowing Ski Clubs on the second floor or
above?
• The Task Force recommended no policy changes.
4. The Task Force recommended adding language to prohibit placement of ski
racks on pedestrian easements. After further research, Staff has determined that
many developments in Vail Village and Lionshead are surrounded by pedestrian
easements. For example, Arrabelle at Vail Square, the Hill Building, and Concert
Hall Plaza each have significant pedestrian easements in front of shop
entrances. Prohibiting racks of skis on easements would severely impact
businesses that operate in these developments.
• The purpose of a pedestrian easement is to ensure that the public has
legal and safe access through private property.
• Should placing racks of skis on pedestrian easements be prohibited?
• If racks of skis on pedestrian easements are allowed, what is the impact
on pedestrian circulation?
• Is there a size or number of racks that would be acceptable?
• This language may not be needed, as each easement is different and
requires a case-by-case review, and may require a legal opinion based
on the specific language in the easement document.
5. The Task Force recommended that Commercial Ski Storage and Ski Clubs be
defined separately, to improve clarity in the regulations. During staff's review of
this recommendation, it was determined that there exists very few differences
between the two uses and those differences do not necessitate different
regulatory approaches. As such, staff believes that separate definitions are not
warranted.
• Should there be separate definitions of Commercial Ski Storage and Ski
Club?
• Unless these uses will be regulated differently, there may be no reason
to separate the definitions.
Following are the proposed text amendments, based on the recommendations of the
Task Force and as previously presented to the PEC:
(New language is shown in bold and underline. Language proposed for removal is
shown in strikethrough.)
Title 8 — Outdoor Display on Town Property
8-7-1: PURPOSE:
The purpose of this chapter is to provide standards for the licensed use of town
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owned property by retail establishments for outdoor display of goods. Businesses
that are located in buildings without adequate privately owned exterior space
may obtain a license to use adjacent town owned property for outdoor display of
goods, for the purpose of increasing the vibrancy and economic vitality of the
commercial cores. (Ord. 32(2007) § 2)
8-7-2: DEFINITIONS:
ADMINISTRATOR: The director of the department of community development
and/or his or her designee that administers and enforces the guidelines outlined
in this chapter.
FRONTAGE, BUSINESS: The horizontal, linear dimension of any side of an
above grade level that faces a major vehicular or pedestrian way and has its own
public entrance for the exclusive use of said business.
OUTDOOR DISPLAY: A temporary outdoor arrangement of objects, items, or
products representative of the merchandise sold or rented by a retail
establishment, and further regulated by section 12-14-21 of this code.
PUBLIC WAY: Means and includes a public street, easement, right of way,
highway, alley, way, place, road, or bike path; and any nonexclusive utility
easement.
RETAIL ESTABLISHMENT: Any licensed business within the town of Vail with a
physical location that is open to the public for the purpose of selling, leasing or
renting tangible personal property or services at retail. (Ord. 32(2007) § 2)
8-7-3: OUTDOOR DISPLAY OF GOODS REGULATED:
It shall be unlawful to place or maintain any outdoor display of goods on town
owned property or on other publicly owned sidewalks or rights of way without
complying with the provisions of this chapter. (Ord. 32(2007) § 2)
8-7-4: PERMIT REQUIRED:
It is unlawful for any person or retail establishment to utilize town owned property
or other publicly owned sidewalks or rights of way without first securing an
outdoor display on public property permit. Such permit shall be issued by the
administrator and shall be pursuant to the requirements of this chapter. Permits
may be approved for a time period of up to two (2) years. Permits shall be
automatically renewed for additional two (2) year terms unless otherwise
terminated. Prior to final approval of a permit, the retail establishment shall enter
into a license agreement with the town of Vail, to be executed by the town
attorney. Permit applications, application requirement, application fees and
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license fees are on file with the department of community development. (Ord.
32(2007) § 2)
8-7-5: ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION:
The administrator shall review the application and make a determination of
approval, approval with modifications, or denial within thirty (30) days of submittal
of a complete application. The determination by the administrator shall become
final at the next planning and environmental commission public hearing following
the administrator's decision, unless the decision is called up for review by the
commission. Determinations shall be based on the criteria in section 8-7-6 of this
chapter. All appeals shall follow the procedures outlined in section 12-3-3,
"Appeals", of this code. (Ord. 32(2007) § 2)
8-7-6: CRITERIA FOR DECISION:
Outdoor display of goods on town owned property or on publicly owned right of
way shall be lawful at specific locations for use by a specific retail establishment
approved by the administrator. Retail establishments may be allowed to utilize
town owned property for the use of outdoor display should the following
conditions be met:
A. Zone District: The retail establishment shall be located in one of the following
zone districts:
1. Commercial core 1 (CCI) district.
2. Commercial core 2 (CC2) district.
3. Lionshead mixed use 1 (LMU-1) district.
4. Lionshead mixed use 2 (LMU-2) district.
5. Ski base/recreation 2 (SBR2) district.
B. Area: The area of town owned property to be utilized shall be a maximum of
twenty (20) square feet for retail establishments. Businesses displaying bicycles
may be permitted to license additional square footage of town owned property at
the discretion of the administrator.
C. Location: The property to be licensed shall be a contiguous piece of property
that is directly adjacent to the business frontage.
D. Circulation: The use of town owned property for outdoor display shall not
impede circulation and thus, shall not block or encroach upon the required
ingress/egress of doorways, walkways, stairways, and parking or loading/delivery
spaces. The placement of ski racks on pedestrian or vehicular access
easements is prohibited.
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E. Street And Sidewalk Width: A minimum street width of twenty two feet (22')
shall be maintained in order to allow for emergency vehicle access. Sidewalks
shall remain a minimum width of six feet (6). Connection of exit discharge to the
public way, as required by the adopted building code, shall not be blocked.
F. Public Safety: The use of town owned property for outdoor display shall not
pose any risks to public safety. The use of town owned property for outdoor
display shall not block or encroach upon any fire lane, fire staging area, and shall
maintain a minimum distance to fire hydrants of seven feet (7') to side or rear,
and fourteen feet (14') to the front.
G. Maintenance Access: The use of town owned property for outdoor display
shall not block or impede street sweeping, snow removal or snow storage/loading
operations. The use of town owned property for outdoor display shall not block
access to trash receptacles, dumpsters, mailboxes, manholes, water valves,
flowerbeds or other landscape areas.
H. Aesthetics: The use of town owned property for outdoor display shall not
negatively impact established view corridor or acknowledged "postcard" images
and shall not visually detract from, or block, storefront or shop windows.
1. Lack Of Available Space: Retail establishments may only be located on a site
without twenty (20) square feet of privately owned exterior space adjacent to the
business frontage.
J. Outdoor Display Fixtures: Outdoor display fixtures shall be freestanding,
temporary in nature, and shall be removed from the exterior location when the
business is closed.
K. Code Compliance: All aspects of the outdoor display shall remain in
compliance with this code and the Vail comprehensive plan. (Ord. 32(2007) § 2)
L. Ski Racks: The outdoor placement of racks used for display of skis or
the distribution and/or collection of rental skis, shall be prohibited between
the hours of 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Title 12 — Definitions
12-2-2: DEFINITIONS OF WORDS AND TERMS
COMMERCIAL SKI STORAGE/SKI CLUB: Storage for equipment (skis,
snowboards, boots and poles) and/or clothing used in skiing related sports, which
is available to the public or members, operated by a business, club or
government organization, and where a fee is charged for hourly, daily, monthly,
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seasonal or annual usage. This use may have, but does not require, the following
components:
A. Personal lockers,
B. Boot dryers,
C. Ski storage racks,
D. Ski tuning,
E. Food and beverage service,
F. Areas for congregation and/or socializing,
G. Restrooms and/or shower facilities,
H. Nonwinter activities,
1. Concierge ski services,
J. Retail sales,
K. Business center.
Ski storage that is part of a lodge, or dwelling unit, in which a fee is not charged,
is not considered commercial ski storage/ski club. A building separated from
the hotel property that is used for ski storage or delivering skis to a guest
is considered commercial ski storage, and is not exempt from this
definition.
Ski Club - A private membership organization, catering exclusively to
members and quests for social, recreational and athletic purposes, where
membership requires a fee on daily, monthly, seasonal or annual basis,
and which is focused primarily around skiing and similar winter outdoor
sports.
Ski Storage Lockers - Storage for equipment (skis, snowboards, boots and
poles) and/or clothing used in skiing related sports, located within a
designated enclosure or cabinet which is available hourly, daily, monthly,
seasonal or annual usage.
Title 12 — Outdoor Display on Private Property
12-14-21: OUTDOOR DISPLAY OF GOODS:
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A. Purpose: The purpose of this section is to establish regulations for the outdoor
display of goods by retail establishments.
B. Applicability: Outdoor display of goods shall be permitted by retail
establishments in the following zone districts and shall be prohibited in all zone
districts not listed:
1. Housing (H) district;
2. Commercial core 1 (CC1) district;
3. Commercial core 2 (CC2) district;
4. Commercial core 3 (CC3) district;
5. Commercial service center (CSC) district;
6. Lionshead mixed use 1 (LMU-1) district;
7. Lionshead mixed use 2 (LMU-2) district;
8. Ski base/recreation 2 (SBR2) district.
C. Permit Not Required: Outdoor display on private property, where permitted by
the provisions of this title, are not subject to design review. A permit is required to
obtain a license to utilize town owned property for outdoor display of goods by
retail establishments, per title 8, chapter 7 of this code.
D. Requirements For Outdoor Display: Where permitted, outdoor display shall be
subject to the following limitations:
1. Location: The area used for an outdoor display shall be located directly in front
of the retail establishment displaying the goods. Outdoor display shall be entirely
upon the establishment's own property unless the retail establishment is
permitted to utilize town owned property, per the requirements in title 8, chapter 7
of this code.
2. Circulation: Outdoor display shall not impede circulation and thus, shall not
block or encroach upon the required ingress/egress of doorways, walkways,
stairways, and parking or loading/delivery spaces. The placement of ski racks
on pedestrian or vehicular access easements is prohibited.
3. Street And Sidewalk Width: A minimum street width of twenty two feet (22')
shall be maintained in order to allow for emergency vehicle access. Sidewalks
shall remain a minimum width of six feet (6). Connection of exit discharge to the
public way, as required by the adopted building code, shall not be blocked.
4. Public Safety: Outdoor display shall not pose any risks to public safety, shall
not block or encroach upon any fire lane, and shall maintain a minimum distance
to fire hydrants of seven feet (7') to side or rear, and fourteen feet (14') to the
front.
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5. Aesthetics: Outdoor display shall not negatively impact established view
corridors or acknowledged "postcard" images and shall not visually detract from
or block storefront or shop window.
6. Outdoor Display Fixtures: Outdoor display fixtures shall be freestanding,
temporary in nature, and shall be removed from the exterior location when the
business is closed.
7. Height: No part of any outdoor display shall extend more than six feet (6')
above existing grade.
8. Signage: Sale signs may be permitted on outdoor displays, as regulated by
subsection 11-6-3F of this code. No other signage is permitted on or adjacent to
outdoor displays that is not otherwise approved by the administrator, subject to
the regulations of title 11 of this code.
9. Cardboard Boxes Prohibited: Outdoor display of goods shall not include any
cardboard boxes, unless part of individual packaging of goods.
10. Code Compliance: All aspects of the outdoor display shall remain in
compliance with this code and the Vail comprehensive plan. (Ord. 32(2007) § 13)
11. Ski Racks: The outdoor placement of racks used for display of skis for
sale or the distribution and/or collection of skis for storage, shall be
prohibited between the hours of 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
V. NEXT STEPS
The next step in this process is for the Community Development Department to present
a Prescribed Regulation Amendment to the Town Council on October 17, 2017.
Following are the upcoming meeting dates on this topic:
• Town Council - October 17, 2017 — Town Council — 1st Reading of Ordinance on
text amendments
• Town Council - November 7, 2017 — 2nd Reading of Ordinance on text
amendments
• November 17, 2017 — Vail Mountain Opening Day
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Commercial Ski Storage Tour
October 9, 2017
1:00 PM - Depart from Vail Municipal Building
(All times are estimated)
Lionshead
1:05 PM - Arrabelle at Vail Square (Meet at Tavern on the Square)
1:20 PM - Ski Base, 610 W. Lionshead Circle
1:30 PM - Ski Valet, 616 W. Lionshead Circle
Vail Village
1:45 PM - Four Seasons / Gorsuch, 227 Wall Street
2:00 PM - Ski Haus, 254 Bridge Street
2:15 PM — Vail Gondola Club, 298 Hanson Ranch Road
2:30 PM - Base Camp — Mike Brumbaugh, 298 Hanson Ranch Road
2:45 PM - Vista Bahn Ski Rentals, 278 Hanson Ranch Road
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TOWN Ofe
PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
October 9, 2017, 1:00 PM
Vail Town Council Chambers
75S. Frontage Road -Vail, Colorado, 81657
1 Call to Order
Present: Brian Gillette, Pam Hopkins, Ludwig Kurz, John -Ryan Lockman, and
Brian Stockmar
Absent: Karen Perez and John Rediker
Site Visits:
1. Commercial Ski Storage — Various Locations
2. Open Lands Plan — Trails
2. A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council of an application establishing
Special Development District No. 42 (Vail Mountain View Residences), pursuant to
Section 12-9(A), Special Development Districts, Vail Town Code, to allow for the
development of a mixed use building consisting of 12 dwelling units with 15 attached
accommodation units (lock -offs), 19 accommodation units and 10 employee housing
units, and related uses and improvements, located at 430 and 434 South Frontage Road
(Vail Mountain View Residences on Gore Creek)/ Lot 1, Vail Village Filing 5, formerly
known as part of Lot 1, a Resubdivision of Tract D, Vail Village Filing 5, and setting forth
details in regard thereto. (PEC17-0006)
Applicant: Lunar Vail LLC, represented by Mauriello Planning Group
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Motion: Table to October 23, 2017
First: Gillette Second: Stockmar Vote: 5-0-0
3. A request for the review of two (2) variances in accordance with the provisions of
Section 12-17, Variances, Vail Town Code. These variances include: (1) a variance from
Section 12-6B-6 Setbacks, Vail Town Code, to allow for the construction of a single
family home with a five foot (5') side yard setback where fifteen feet (15') is required; and
(2) a variance from Section 14-10-4-B Architectural Projections, Decks, Balconies,
Steps, Bay Windows, Etc., Vail Town Code, to allow a deck within five feet (5') of grade
with a two foot, six inch (2'-6") setback where a seven foot, six inch (7'-6") setback is
required, located at 307 Rockledge Road / Parcel B, Block 7, Vail Village Filing 1, and
setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC17-0040)
Applicant: 307 Rockledge LLC, represented by Mauriello Planning Group
Planner: Matt Panfil
Motion: Approve with Conditions
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First:
opposed)
Conditions:
Stockmar
Second: Lockman Vote: 4-1-0 (Gillette
1. Approval of these variances is contingent upon the applicant obtaining
Town of Vail design review approval for this proposal; and
2. The applicant shall clearly demonstrate, via an Improvement Location
Certificate (ILC), to the Community Development Department prior to
requesting a final planning inspection that improvements have been
constructed per plan.
Panfil discussed the history of the property, the application, and the criteria for approval
of a variance.
Stockmar — Asked a question concerning the existing access easement.
Panfil — Provided clarification and referred the question to the applicant.
Dominic Mauriello, representing the applicant, provided a presentation detailing the
property history and the requested variances. A review of the criteria was included.
Lockman asked about the private easement.
Panfil provided details.
Neubecker provided the commission with some guidance concerning the application,
and the review criteria on the variance. Determination should be based on criteria in
code, not on past approvals or removal of nonconformities.
Stockmar — Stated his belief that the application meets the criteria for approval.
Gillette — Views the request as a special privilege. The private easement on the east
side of the property should not be a factor.
Hopkins — Stated that it is a difficult site due to its configuration. She supports the
application.
Lockman — While the PEC should be careful with variances for redevelopment, he
supports the application based on the limited building area of the site.
Kurz — Stated that he believes the variances are a reasonable request.
4. A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a Prescribed Regulations
Amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to amend
Section 12-2-2, Definitions of Words and Terms, Vail Town Code, to amend and clarify
the definitions of Commercial Ski Storage, Ski Club, First Floor or Street Level, and
Basement or Garden Level; to create a new definition for Ski Storage Lockers; to amend
Section 12-14-21 Outdoor Display of Goods concerning ski racks, and setting forth
details in regard thereto. (PEC17-0042)
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Applicant: Town of Vail
Planner: Chris Neubecker
Motion: Table to a Date Uncertain
First: Gillette Second: Stockmar Vote: 5-0-0
Neubecker began his presentation by describing existing confusion among businesses,
Community Development staff, and Code Enforcement staff regarding ski storage and
associated business operations and how such operations relate to Town Code.
Referring to the staff memo for the agenda item, Neubecker outlined recommendations
from the Ski Storage Task Force and specific questions for the PEC. Recommendations
included: the continued use of horizontal zoning which does prohibits ski storage on the
ground floor or second floor, establish hours of operation for outdoor ski storage,
prohibition of ski racks on pedestrian easements (to be reviewed on a case-by-case
basis), and separate definitions for ski storage and ski clubs where the existing Town
Code combines both uses into one definition. Neubecker stated that within the staff
memo there is proposed language for a text amendment that would incorporate the Task
Force's recommendations.
Kurz — Asked if the proposed changes address all of the action items established by the
Task Force. Neubecker responded that the proposed language represents the
recommendations of the Task Force, but staff believes that after further consideration it
may be best that some of the recommendations of the Task Force not be incorporated
into a text amendment.
Lockman — Asked for clarification regarding the placement of ski racks within
easements. Neubecker responded that while the Task Force recommended a blanket
language prohibiting ski storage in easements, staff's recommendation would be to not
include such blanket language and instead review the language of each individual
easement.
Additional discussion occurred between Neubecker and multiple Commissioners
regarding the use of the ground floor for ski storage by hotels and lodges.
Gillette — Outlined what he felt were several different issues within the general topic of
ski storage. It is important to remember that the Town is a ski town and there will be skis
visible to the public. Believes there should be no distinction between rental skis versus
for -sale skis versus privately -owned skis. During business hours the ground floor should
remain commercial, but does not care if skis are stored inside on the ground floor when
the business is closed. There may no longer be enough storage space below grade for
all of the skis in Town. Does not believe hotels should be able to have a physical space
separate from their structure that serves only ski services and has no accommodation
units.
Stockmar — Asked for clarification as to the origins of the prohibition of storage on the
second floor. Spence responded that part of the prohibition is based on the desire for
tax -generating services on the second floor.
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a business. Believes there should be a permitting system for the use of outdoor ski
racks, regardless of whether the skis are for rent, sale, or storage.
Neubecker outlined the argument of some business owners that allowing inside storage
on the ground floor during non -business hours creates a competitive disadvantage to
those businesses that comply with the existing regulations.
Mike Brumbaugh, Venture Sports — For the properties he manages the concern is that
they are placing ski racks on private property, but they may be on pedestrian
easements. Gillette asked for his opinion on permits for ski racks. Brumbaugh stated
that he would be willing to pay for such a permit if the fee was reasonable.
Chris Cremer, SkiHaus — Stated that short-term ski storage is taxable, but long-term,
over 30 days, is non-taxable. He feels amending ski storage is like opening a Pandora's
Box with some unforeseeable impacts on businesses. He stated that businesses will
keep adapting to customers' increased demands for customer service. A lengthy
discussion was held regarding the operation of ski storage and associated businesses.
Hopkins — Stated that there was once a concern that all of the ground floor business on
Bridge Street would be t -shirt shops and is wondering if there is an actual concern that
all ground floor businesses would become ski storage if it was permitted on the ground
floor. Cremer believes that there is a limited demand for ski storage that would not result
in all ground floor businesses switching to ski storage operations.
Mike Brumbaugh— Stated that there are very few second floor storage operations that
were able to get approved, but the PEC has the ability to deny such operations if they
were to be requested today.
Jeff Babb, Vail Resorts — Original intent of the Ski Storage Task Force was to clarify
existing regulations and to analyze how changing customer expectations will impact
such regulations. Believes that it might be necessary to postpone making changes and
examine how operations can be improved over the upcoming ski season. Cautioned the
PEC about the legality of including language that prohibits ski racks on pedestrian
easements.
Brent Martin, Four Seasons — Stated that the business intent is to provide what
customers demand and it is difficult and expensive to do so. The current code is not up
to date with the services today's customers expect. Believes that second floor ski clubs
can add to the vibrancy of the town.
Gillette — Believes the Town needs to adjust permits and taxes to create a more even
playing field.
Kurz — It is such a complex issue that it might take additional time to complete any
changes. Is encouraged by the discussions that have occurred to date. Asked if the
rest of the PEC felt the item was ready to forward to the Town Council or if they felt more
time was needed. Asked staff if delaying a recommendation would penalize any
businesses this upcoming ski season. Neubecker stated that lack of clarity is never a
good thing and asked that if the PEC were to delay a recommendation, to provide
additional information necessary for the PEC to be comfortable to make a
recommendation.
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Gillette — Does not believe that what has been presented to the PEC will be effective.
Recommendations need to be equitable so that any businesses on the second level
would cost more than basement level. Also, a permitting system for outside ski racks
should be established. If regulations are not enforceable, do not write them.
Lockman — Objective data such as locker occupancy and use of easements would be
beneficial.
Gillette — Believes the Town should be less concerned about what uses are permitted
above the ground floor.
Neubecker encouraged the PEC to answer the questions on page 4 of the staff memo.
Stockmar — Does not feel he can make a recommendation yet on such a complex topic.
Is concerned about rushing to a decision and creating unforeseen consequences.
Neubecker asked what information was necessary to make a decision. Stockmar stated
that there is no specific information he can cite that is needed, but needs time to take in
and analyze the scope of the issues.
Lockman — Asked if there were other items within the recommendations that the PEC
agreed upon and would be comfortable forwarding to the Town Council.
Hopkins stated that if the Task Force believes this would work, it might be beneficial to
try these regulations for a year and reevaluate after the upcoming ski season. Hopkins
asked Babb if he would be OK if the item was tabled. Babb responded that he does in
fact believe that this issue may need more time for discussion and review.
Gillette — Suggested another Task Force meeting.
Mike Brumbaugh — Stated that there is still a level of uncertainty, especially regarding
Code Enforcement, if the status quo were to remain.
Jeff Babb — Is comfortable with forwarding the recommendations from the Task Force,
except for the language regarding easements.
Cremer — Suggested ongoing review of regulations throughout the upcoming ski season.
Gillette — Stated he believes the PEC should recommend to the Town Council another
round of Task Force meetings, in which second floor zoning regulations and potential
changes to taxes and feed should be addressed.
There was a lengthy discussion as to whether or not PEC was ready to make a
recommendation to the Town Council, and if not, what additional information is needed
or other topics need to be resolved by the Task Force. It was generally agreed that
easements, the equitable use of outdoor ski racks, and second floor zoning need to be
evaluated.
5. Approval of Minutes
September 25, 2017 PEC Results
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Motion: Approve
First: Lockman Second: Stockmar Vote: 5-0-0
6. Informational Update
Open Lands Plan Update — Trails
Tom Braun, Braun and Associates
Kristen Bertuglia, Environmental Sustainability Manager
Braun discussed a draft plan, and an update to be released on October 19. His
presentation was to focus on the format of the plan on a very general level. He stated
that it is important for the PEC to review the draft of the plan. The intent of the plan is to
review and update the current plan, but not to completely rewrite the plan. The plan
includes an Action Plan for use of town land, management of lands, trails, and actions to
implement the plan. In this update trails, town lands and environmental sensitive lands,
each have their own section. This is a subtle restructuring of the plan. There have been
a lot of change since the plan was adopted 22 years ago, including significant growth in
the community, and increased use of trails.
Braun discussed some of the lands that the Town purchased years ago. The community
supported these efforts, and emphasized the need to continue to purchase lands to
advance the Town's environmental goals. The 1994 Plan identified techniques to
protect land, including designated open space and conservation easements.
The plan includes an inventory of lands to see how open lands and town lands can
advance some of the goals of the community. Biodiversity is one of the
recommendations of the plan. The team has performed an inventory of private, vacant
lands, to see if any of these lands could advance the goals of the plan and community.
Gregg Barrie, Town of Vail Senior Landscape Architect, was introduced to discuss trails.
He stated that trail improvements were the second priority of the 1994 Plan. There are
many different opinions on the Vail Trail towards east Vail. The team gathered
information at the community scoping sessions, but did not get enough feedback to
make specific recommendations on trails. The team then conducted more scoping
sessions only on trails, ranging from long time locals to new residents. The team asked
how the Town can accommodate all the varied wants and needs of the community.
Another opportunity for feedback from the community will be held Wednesday, October
11. The goal is to have a more detailed trails plan that the 1994 Plan, including a trails
vision, standards for trails (hiking and biking, trails, mixed use trails, etc.), identification
of where trails can be improved, maintenance recommendations, and discussion of
wildlife impacts from trails. There will be a component on how the Town can work with
other jurisdictions. The Town will also work with Bill Andree from the Division of Wildlife.
The trails plan will be a long and thoughtful process.
Gillette — Are all trails multiuse?
Barrie — Most are multiuse. Vail Mountain has a special use permit, and they have some
trails for designated uses. The Town can work with the United States Forest Service to
recommend certain trails for specific uses.
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Braun — Last year we had some meetings with pro and anti -trail users on opposite sides
of the room. The intent is for the trail discussion to be more of a community discussion
on trail issues.
Stockmar — Did you discuss electrically assisted bikes? E -bikes will start to create an
issue.
Barrie — Some Forest Service trails allow motorized use, some allow only non -
mechanized use. The plan will lean towards non -motorized.
Braun — Action Plan will focus on action items and specific lands and actions to
implement the goals. The plan update will address 12-14 items from the old plan that
have not yet been addressed. There are a handful of parcels that the Town could
potentially acquire for other community uses. The updated plan will discuss funding
sources, Eagle County participation, and collaboration with Vail Resorts. Most trails in
Crested Butte, Moab and Fruita are not built by the city, but by the participation of trail
users groups.
Barrie - Vail Valley Mountain Bike Association has pulled in several different groups,
businesses, the hospital, etc, to adopt a section of the North Trail. The Forest Service
review process would be needed to realign a section of the trail. This section could be
done with volunteers, and a variety of funding sources.
Gillette — A mini -excavator would be efficient to do trail work. Why doesn't the Town of
Vail acquire this equipment and do the work?
Barrie — It's Forest Service land. Cougar Ridge was a different story. If the work were to
stay within 100 yards of the existing alignment, the NEPA process can be avoided.
Town Council support would also be needed in order to spend money outside the town.
7. Adjournment
Motion: Adjourn
First: Gillette Second: Lockman Vote: 5-0
The applications and information about the proposals are available for public inspection during
regular office hours at the Town of Vail Community Development Department, 75 South
Frontage Road. The public is invited to attend the project orientation and the site visits that
precede the public hearing in the Town of Vail Community Development Department. Times
and order of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine
at what time the Planning and Environmental Commission will consider an item. Please call
(970) 479-2138 for additional information. Please call 711 for sign language interpretation 48
hours prior to meeting time.
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TOWN Of 9
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: Vail America Days Update.
PRESENTER(S): Mia Vlaar, Economic Devolopment Director, Mark Novak, Fire Chief
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Informational only.
BACKGROUND: Review Vail America Days planning with highlights about Council participation,
sustainability efforts, Vail Health access, status and options for fireworks, and viewing route.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Vail America Days Update
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TOWN OFD
To: Vail Town Council
From: Economic Development Department
Date: June 19, 2018
Subject: Vail America Days TM
1. Vail America Days Update
Parade and Town Council Participation
Memorandum
As part of Vail America Days, the Town of Vail celebrates Independence Day,
welcoming residents and guests for the July 4th parade and surrounding festivities,
resulting in one of our highest visitation days annually.
This year's Parade Grand Marshals are Elaine and Art Kelton, and the theme is
"America's Great Outdoors".
The Town Council has traditionally participated in the parade, either by riding in cars,
walking or biking the route and distributing candy and other goodies to parade viewers.
The environmental department has worked closely with Highline Sports and
Entertainment to positively impact the environment by reducing parade associated
carbon emissions and waste.
Staff has researched the recommendation by Councilman Foley on June 5 to distribute
small American flags, and unfortunately was unable to identify sustainable, recyclable
mini flags that met budget and timeline requirements. Staff suggests that Town Council
distribute candy as it is ultimately consumed and leaves minimal waste.
Vail Health Access
Vail Health access from West Meadow Drive must remain accessible and will have
impacts on the parade. Spectators will not be allowed to stop and view the parade on
West Meadow Drive between the Skaal Haus condo building and the cul-de-sac to the
west of the Vail Health entrance. Pedestrians will be requested to continue walking
through the area.
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West Meadow Drive will be divided into two lanes; the north side for emergency
vehicles accessing Vail Health and the south or the parade. There will be numerous
Town of Vail Police, event staff, and security personnel in the area to ensure pedestrian
traffic and emergency vehicle access to Vail Health.
Sustainability Efforts
The Town of Vail and events that occur in the Town of Vail are continuing to improve
their sustainability practices. Vail America Days and event producer, Highline, have
incorporated new sustainability efforts for 2018 including:
Water filling stations
• Event sponsor Gallegos has handed out water bottles in the past and has
agreed to support water filling stations instead this year.
Gas Vehicle Reduction Initiative
• Parade participants are asked to reduce emissions by utilizing electric
vehicles, hybrids, and other human powered forms of transportation if
available.
Event Souvenirs
• The event producers are limiting the amount of event souvenirs such as
balloons and other mass produced items that turn into waste post event.
Other New Elements
GMC has partnered with the event this year which allows for an additional announcing
platform to be placed on the east side of the Gore Creek Drive and Bridge Street
intersection.
High Five Media will be live streaming the parade again this year but in a new and
improved location. They will be located on a platform at the Lionshead Mall Entrance
which will increase the quality of the content they are streaming significantly.
Fireworks Display
Fire Chief Mark Novak states that unless there is a marked change in both the weather
regime and our fire/fuels indices, the Fire Department will be unable to issue a permit
for the fireworks. The rapid growth of both the Bocco and Buffalo Mountain fires is
demonstrative of how receptive fuels are to burning and their resistance to suppression.
Highline Sports and Entertainment is working with staff and vendors to identify an
alternative show including a laser light show and other options.
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TOWN Of 9
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: Update and Discussion on Community Bike Share
PRESENTER(S): Mark Hoblitzell, Environmental Sustainability Coordinator
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Does the Vail Town Council support the Climate Action
Collaborative recommendation on bike share and use of staff time to develop a countywide bike
share program?
BACKGROUND: The Vail Town Council initially discussed bike share in a work session in
August of 2016. Since that presentation, bike share has seen rapid growth, particularly with electric
assist bikes, electric scooters, and dockless systems that can be launched at little to no cost to the
community. Bike share programs exist in many resort communities such as Aspen, Avon, Jackson,
Park City, and Sun Valley.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Vail Town Council support the CAC
recommendation on bike share and direct staff to continue working with regional partners on the
development of a countywide system. Staff will return with further discussions on system design,
implementation, and budget.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Memo
Presentation
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TOWN OF VAIL.
Memorandum
To: Vail Town Council
From: Community Development Department, Environmental Sustainability
Date: June 19, 2018
Subject: Community Bike Share
I. Purpose
The purpose of this memo is to provide a status update to the Vail Town Council on bike share
discussions occurring in Eagle County and information on programs in other resort
communities. This presentation serves as an update to the August, 2016 discussion and
includes the bike share recommendation from the Climate Action Collaborative for Eagle
County. The Town Council will be asked to indicate a level of support for bike share in the Town
of Vail and Eagle County.
11. Background
The Vail Town Council initially discussed bike share in a work session in August of 2016. At the
time, there was not interest in pursuing a study for bike share in the community. As part of that
presentation, staff reached out to a number of bike rental operators to discuss possible
concerns with a bike share program. Since the 2016 update, bike share has seen rapid growth,
particularly with electric assist bikes, electric scooters, and dockless systems that can be
launched at little to no cost to the community. Bike share programs exist in many resort
communities such as Aspen, Avon, Jackson, Park City, and Sun Valley.
Bike share in Eagle County and the town could supplement existing public transit systems, ease
parking and traffic congestion, and improve livability in the Town of Vail, contribute to the Town
Council goals of elevate the experience and sustainability, as well as compliment the
Sustainable Destination project. Bike share would also support the following goals and
objectives of the adopted Environmental Sustainability Strategic Plan:
Goal #6 — Reduce the environmental impact of transportation by supporting
efforts within the Eagle Valley to decrease total Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) by
commuters and guests by 20% by 2020.
Objective #2 - Establish collaborative partnerships for improved use of
mass transit.
Objective #3 - Increase bicycle use and alternative low impact modes of
transportation.
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III. Bike Share Overview
What is Bike Share?
Bike share is making bikes available for public users for short trips. Free community bike share
first appeared conceptually as a way to expand transportation opportunities, particularly for trips
too short for a motorized vehicle and too long to walk. The concept grew into a bike library
(discussed below) and finally into today's version of station based or dockless bike share. Bike
share has always been a transportation and quality of life initiative with goals beyond providing
free bikes. Bikes can help ease congestion by reducing the need for cars and parking, provide
additional transportation options and can be an option for the first and last mile issue with public
transit; i.e. getting to and from a bus stop or park and ride on either end of the commute.
1. Free Community Bike Programs place bikes at various locations for community users.
These bikes are painted a specific color or have distinct designs so users know which
bikes are available for use. These programs have largely evolved into a more structured
system with formalized check in/out procedures due to the tendency of free and
unattended bikes to disappear through theft, inability to manage location of bikes, and
unreported maintenance needs. This type of system also requires a group of regular
volunteers or staff to maintain existing stock and acquire new bikes
2. Bike Library allows participants to register or sign out bikes from a centralized location.
A deposit, small fee, or some form of sign out is used to ensure bikes are returned. This
type of program ensures that bikes stay within the fleet and can minimize maintenance
costs. These programs require a physical location to provide space to store the bikes.
Volunteers or staff are needed to manage the inventory and check out process. Each
library can determine the amount of time a bike may be checked out. Bikes in this type of
system must be checked out and returned to the same location as opposed to a
community bike program where bikes can be left anywhere.
3. Station based Bike Share features an automated check in/out based system that use
kiosks and docking stations or smart bike technology where users can unlock bikes
through mobile devices or on -bike technology. Station based bike share is typically fee-
based and focuses on short duration trips. Technology is a prime feature of these
programs from user interactivity to data collection that includes billing and usage
statistics. Trips tend to be less than a half hour and typical distances range from 1-1.5
miles.
4. Dockless Mobility Assets have seen rapid growth the past two years and incorporate
bikes or scooters that have either wheel locks or a lock -to system in which the bike or
scooter can be immobilized when a trip is completed. These systems can include a
variety of equipment from traditional bikes to electric -assist bikes and electric scooters.
Companies operate a large volume of bikes in a community and GPS and demographic
data to distribute and redistribute bikes. Dockless bike share, while providing a great
service to users can create management challenges based on where equipment is left,
in addition to dumping and maintenance issues. The City of Boulder has recently
adopted an ordinance to license and permit dockless system with a goal of avoiding the
negative issues associated with dockless systems and providing balance with their
existing station based system.
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IV. Bike Share in Mountain Resort Communities
Currently, peer communities of Aspen, CO, Avon, CO, Eagle, CO, Jackson, WY, Park City, UT,
and Sun Valley/Ketchum, ID have established bike share programs. All of these programs with
the exception of Mountain Rides in Idaho utilize the traditional station based system (#3 above).
• Aspen: WE -Cycle (https://www.we-cycle.orq/) was established in 2010 as a
501(c) (3) nonprofit public-private partnership bike share. Starting with 12
stations and 80 bikes, the system has grown to 210 bikes and 48 stations
between Basalt, Willits, El Jebel and Aspen. WE -Cycle is a station based system
and users can combine season bike share passes with transit passes to leverage
public transit networks. In 2018, WE -cycle is now free to users in Aspen and
Basalt for the first 30 minutes with a $0.50 per minute fee afterwards. The 2018
budget for We -cycle is $275,000 with another $30,000 in private sponsorships.
• Avon: In the summer of 2017, Avon launched a station based bike share
program in partnership with Zagster (https://bike.zagster.com/avonbikeshare/).
Zagster operates on a subscription model where there is an initial infrastructure
cost and then a per -bike annual fee. The Avon system launched with 4 stations
and 20 bikes in 2017 and a budget of $36,000. In 2018, the system will grow to 6
station and 25 bikes. Avon pursued a turnkey system where the vendor manages
system operations and maintenance. This agreement costs $1,800 per bike per
year. The town retains 93% of fee revenue although system revenue is not the
community's priority. A high number of free memberships (e.g. Town of Avon
staff) and coupons are given away. In 2017, the system operated from August
30th through December 1st and logged 248 rides and 120 total members.
• Eagle: The Town of Eagle discussed bike share in May 2018 and gave
unanimous support for a countywide e -bike station based bike share and
exploring partnerships for joint procurement with the goal of a 2019 launch.
• Jackson: Start Bike began in the spring of 2018 (https://startbike.bcycle.com/).
Friends of Pathways, a local mobility -based non-profit has signed an operating
agreement with Town of Jackson and START Bus (Teton County and Town of
Jackson transit partnership) to manage bike share operations. The station based
bike share launched with 55 bikes and 17 stations. This program is a result of a
three-week bike share demonstration in 2017 that resulted in 891 trips and 2,119
miles completed by 392 users. There are two levels of membership: base level
requires bikes to be returned to stations and the higher level membership allows
bikes to be treated as dockless within city limits. Initial capital funding came
through a special purpose excise tax for funding energy mitigation programs. The
Start Bike system launched with an initial capital cost of $182,282 and a
projected annual operating budget of $60,500 per year.
• Summit County/Park City, UT: issued a Request for Qualifications in April 2016
for an electric bike share system. An all e -bike station based system was
launched in 2017 (https://summitbikeshare.com/) through a partnership and
management agreement with Bewegen technologies. This bike share connects
the community hubs of Kimball Junction, Park City, and Deer Valley. Initially
launched with 88 bikes, the system now is a network of 9 stations and 120 bikes.
To date, 6,660 unique users (including 1,441 already in 2018) have logged over
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44,000 miles. Average trip distances are over 4 miles due to the ease of e -bikes.
This system connects Summit County and Park City along a linear corridor with
separated recreation paths. Bewegen manages sponsorships, logistics, and
maintenance. Summit County, Utah acts as the primary fiscal agent. The initial
capital expenditure of $500,000 was split between Park City ($300,000) and
Summit County ($200,000).The bike share operator is responsible for annual
operational costs and securing sponsors.
• Sun Valley: Mountain Rides Bike Share (http://mrbikeshare.org/), established in
2014, connects the communities of Ketchum/Sun Valley and Hailey, Idaho. This
dockless system has 40 bikes and is operated by Mountain Rides (MR), a public
transportation partnership between the communities of Bellevue, Blaine County,
Hailey, Ketchum, and Sun Valley, Idaho. Users can find bikes using a mobile
device sign -in and get a code to unlock the specific bike. After the trip ends, a
bike can be locked up anywhere within an approved zone to complete the trip.
Mountain Rides bike share launched with an initial $25,000 in capital. The annual
budget is estimated at $5,000 which includes $3,840 for the annual mobile
application system and another $2,000 to cover maintenance costs. Mountain
Rides staff is responsible for re -balancing and overseeing maintenance needs on
the bikes. This system is slightly different from current dockless systems in that
bikes must be locked to a fixed object to end a trip and returned in specially
identified zones. Mountain Rides is considering changes for 2019 such as a
transition to a full dockless provider that has the ability to incorporate e -assist
bikes and scooters.
Climate Action Collaborative for the Eagle County Community:
The Transportation Committee of the Climate Action Collaborative for Eagle County comprising
representatives from the Town of Vail, Town of Avon, Town of Eagle, ECO Transit, Eagle
County, and Vail Resorts recommends the following as it relates to deployment of bike share
options in the Eagle Valley:
1. A regional bike share system that is electric assist, with station based docks.
2. The County and municipalities participate in a joint procurement effort enacted through an IGA or MOU to
procure the regional bike share infrastructure (e -bikes and docking stations) and a managing company
through a competitive RPF process;
3. The system is run through one governing body, ideally an existing regional entity for example, ECO Transit
or Eagle County.
This recommendation is put forth by the Transportation Committee which comprises of subject matter
experts in alternative transportation and includes representatives from the regional transit authority, ECO
Transit, Eagle County, and the municipalities within the County. The following provides the pros of the
Transportation Committee's proposed system:
■ A large initial capital investment through joint procurement will ensure a substantial launch with enough
bikes and docks for a fully connected system.
■ Enables private organizations to participate in bike acquisition and participate in system through an MOU.
■ E -bikes are a better option than manual pedal bikes to act as a connector between communities and be a
true alternative to taking the bus given the diverse terrain and linear structure of the Valley communities.
■ A regional system means one membership gives a person access to bike share in every community.
■ One managing body ensures consistency in pricing and management throughout each municipality.
■ Dock -based systems allow for e -bikes to be charged without swapping batteries and ensures proper storage
of bikes after each ride.
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V. Bike Share in Town of Vail
A bike share system that connects the Town of Vail and communities along the 1-70 corridor of
Eagle County could provide a valuable service to residents and guests by supplementing
existing transportation systems, connecting communities through active transportation, and
attracting a user group to public transit that may otherwise not utilize existing opportunities.
Based on town density and geography, the initial system within the Town of Vail should cover
East Vail (Pitkin Creek area), Vail Village and Lionshead (transportation centers), West Vail
(West Vail Mall) and future expansion would include Intermountain and Sandstone
neighborhoods. The initial distribution would ensure a high quality and effective system on
launch.
Countywide, system partners would be responsible for the purchase of bikes and stations within
their jurisdiction. Users would experience one pass structure and could return bikes at any
station across the county. Each time the system is re -balanced or bikes are re -stocked a
community would receive the number of bikes it bought.
Considerations
Regional Geography
Due to the linear geography of the town and county, bike share presents a unique challenge
given distances between community centers. The average bike share trip is around one mile (it
is roughly 3 miles from the Vail Transportation Center to the West Vail Mall and 4 miles from
Pitkin Creek to the Vail Transportation Center or about 10 miles between Vail Village and Avon).
Terrain challenges are also an important consideration (such as a 928 ft. elevation differential
between the east and west town boundaries or a 472 ft. difference from the Frontage Road to
the highest point on Buffehr Creek or Geneva Drive with a roughly 10% grade). An e -assist bike
share system would connect the population and commercial centers throughout the valley by
making the longer trips and elevation variations more accessible to all. Bike share has been
successful in all varieties of terrain and climate from Minneapolis to San Francisco and
Birmingham to Washington, D.C. indicating that a properly designed system will be utilized in
any environment.
Local Bike Rental Impact
Staff met with 5 local bike rental operators and reached out to a total of 10 stores in 2016 to
gauge opinion of bike share in the community. Prime rental season is about 5-6 weeks from late
June to Early August. Storeowners are already feeling a crowded rental market with rental rates
as low as $10-$12 per hour for comfort bikes. Concerns were raised about existing congestion,
guest experience, and safety impacts.
Generally, rental stores are skeptical of, but not totally opposed to, bike share as long as the
shops are included in the planning process. Bike share programs can strike a balance with
rental operations through the following:
• Priced for short duration trips with high overtime fees to encourage bike rental for trips
over 1 hour
• Stations located to avoid conflict with existing rental outlets and encourage walking
within Vail and Lionshead Village
• Co -advertising and marketing of local bike shops
• FAQ on bike rental vs. bike share
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• Age limits (i.e., 18 and over)
VI. Next Steps
1. Bike Share presentations by members of the CAC to each local board
2. ECO Transit board meeting and e -bike share demo in August
3. 2019 budget discussions
4. Identification of appropriate fiscal agent and development of IGAs
5. RFP process
VII. Question of Council
Does the Vail Town Council support the Climate Action Collaborative recommendation on bike
share and use of staff time to develop a countywide bike share program?
VIII. Staff recommendation
Staff recommends that the Vail Town Council support the CAC recommendation on bike share
and direct staff to continue working with regional partners on the development of a countywide
system. Staff will return with further discussions on system design, implementation, and budget.
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Community Bike Share Update
6.19.2018
Mark HoblitzeUf, Environmental Sustainability Coordinator
TOWN OF VAIL
Community Bike Share Update
2009 Environmental Sustainability Strategic Plan
Goal #6 - Reduce the environmental impact of
transportation by supporting efforts within the Eagle Valley
to decrease total Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) by
commuters and guests by 20% by 2020.
Objective #2 - Establish collaborative partnerships for
improved use of mass transit.
Objective #3 - Increase bicycle use and alternative low
impact modes of transportation.
June 19, 2018 - Page 165 of J WN OF VAIL'
Bike Share Overview
• Community Bike
Programs
• Bike Library
• Station -based Bike
Share
• Dockless Mobility
Systems
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Bike Share in Mountain Resort Communities
Aspen WeCycle
210 bikes and 48 stations throughout
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$275,000 annual budget
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docks.
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enacted through an IGA or MOU to procure the regional bike share
infrastructure (e -bikes and docking stations) and a managing
company through a competitive RPF process;
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June 19, 2018 - Page 172 of J N O F VA I L'
Community Bike Share in Town of Vail and Eagle County
Town of Vail
• Community Layout- Design
• Bike rentals as major line of business
• Advertising and Sponsorships
• Geographic challenges
• System Design
June 19, 2018 - Page 173 of 390
Community Bike Share in Town of Vail and Eagle County
Next Steps
• Bike Share presentations to CAC members to each board
• ECO Transit board meeting in August and E -Bike share Demo
• 2019 Budget cycle
• Determination of local fiscal agent
• RFP Process
June 19, 2018 - Page 174 of J N O F VA I L'
Community Bike Share in Town of Vail and Eagle County
Question for Council
Does the Vail Town Council support the Climate Action Collaborative
recommendation on bike share and use of staff time to develop a
countywide bike share program?
June 19, 2018 - Page 175 of JA WN OF VAIL'
TOWN Of 9
VAIL TOWN COUNCILAGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: Bravo! Vail Update
PRESENTER(S): Jason Denhart, VP of Development, Bravo! Vail
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Informational only.
BACKGROUND: Preview upcoming 2018 Bravo! Vail season and 2019 new programming.
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TOWN Of 9
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: Presentation of 2018 Community Survey Results
PRESENTER(S): Suzanne, Silverthorn, Communications Director, Chris Cares, RRC
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Review the top-level results of the Community Survey
as presented, ask questions and determine if other discussions are of interest as additional follow
up.
BACKGROUND: The Town of Vail Community Survey is a key measurement used by the Town
Council and staff to probe public policy issues and solicit feedback on other topics of community
interest. It is also used to measure the town's operational performance. Conducted every other
year, the 2018 survey was fielded in late -March with responses collected through April 30.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Memo Community Survey 2018
Community Survey Powerpoint Presentation
2018 Community Survey - Overview of Results
2018 Communtiy Survey Full Report
June 19, 2018 - Page 178 of 39(
TOWN OF VAIL.
Memorandum
To: Vail Town Council
From: Suzanne Silverthorn, Community Information
Chris Cares, RRC Associates
Date: June 19, 2018
Subject: Presentation of 2018 Community Survey Results
I. BACKGROUND
The Town of Vail Community Survey is a key measurement used by the Town Council and
staff to probe public policy issues and solicit feedback on other topics of community interest.
It is also used to measure the town's operational performance. Conducted every other year, the
2018 survey was fielded in late -March with responses collected through May 3. The purpose of
today's session is to provide a high-level overview of the survey results as well as an
introduction in how to access and sort the more than 6,000 written comments forwarded to the
town. A narrative overview is provided containing benchmark comparisons, community
priorities, as well as preferences and themes related to the Town Council areas of focus.
II. SURVEY METHODOLOGY
The 2018 survey was fielded using two techniques. The primary method of distribution was
through a postcard mailed to all identified postal addresses in the Town of Vail using a list
obtained from a combination of sources including registered voters and a commercial vendor.
All known part-time resident owners were also sent cards using a list from the Eagle County
Assessor. The postcards, followed by a reminder mailing, invited recipients to enter one of two
unique passwords shown on the postcards to complete the survey online. Also, residents that
had a password but requested (by telephone) to complete the survey using a paper form were
provided a survey and a postage paid return envelope. The secondary method of survey
distribution was based on the promotion of an "open" version of the survey designed to gather
input from interested individuals that had not received the password protected invitation. The
promotion of this version of the survey was designed to reach a larger cross section of the
community including employees and business owners that live outside town, and residents and
part-time residents that had not responded to the invitation version. Together, these two
response methods resulted in 1,071 completed surveys (562 from the Invitation sample and
509 from the "open link"). The response was up significantly from 2016 when 917 completed
surveys were received — the improved participation attributed to a series of $100 prize
drawings and strong outreach. Further, the Town continues to grow email lists that generate
relatively strong response to the survey. These two groups of respondents are referred to in
the report as "Invitation" and "Open Link" participants.
III. ACTION REQUESTED OF TOWN COUNCIL
Review the top-level results of the Community Survey as presented by Chris Cares of RRC
Associates, ask questions and determine if other discussions are of interest as additional follow
up.
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IV. ATTACHMENTS
Vail Community Survey 2018 Overview Report with a summary of responses to each question
Vail Community Survey 2018 PowerPoint Presentation
Full Report with Appendices
Overview
Report of Findings
Summary of a Sampling of Open-ended Responses to Questions on Town services
Town of Vail Page 2
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June 19,
19151e 181
Overview of Presentation
• Introduction to Surveys/Survey Methodology (10 min)
• Key Variables — Resident type, Registered voters, Location
in town, etc. (5 min)
• Satisfaction Ratings of Town Departments (5 min)
• Evaluation of Policy Topics (15 min)
• Overview of Open-ended Comments (10 min)
• Next Steps/Discussion of Policy -Oriented Findings (15 min)
Vail Community Survey 2018 1 RRC Associates 1
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Community Survey Methods
• 2018 was designed to be directly comparable to past studies (2016, 2014, 2012,
and 2010) in terms of methods of data collection and presentation of results.
• While many survey questions have remained the same, Council and staff
participated in the design of a variety of new survey questions fielded in 2018.
• Year-round residents and part-time homeowners were sent a postcard invitation
to the web survey with two passwords per card.
• Residents were able to request paper surveys by phone as an alternative.
• Later, an "open link" was advertised for the web survey.
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Community Survey Responses — Comparisons by Year
Responses —Survey Responses by Year
2018 2016 2014 2012 Survey
Version
562 541 487 412 Invitation
509 376 292 265 Open Link
1071 917 779 677 Total
Responses
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Demographics
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Neighborhood in Vail
2018 - Invitation Samp/e On/y
1.1) Is your residence
(either year-round or
seasonal) within the
town of Vall? if yes,
where?
East Vail
West Vail (north of 1 70)
Potato Patch, Sandstone - 14%
Intermountain - 9%
Vail Village - 8%
Buffehr Creek, Lionsridge, the Valley - 7%
Matterhorn, Glen Lyon ■ 5%
Booth Falls and Bald Mountain Road areas ■ 5%
Lionshead 1 3%
Vail Commons/Safeway area 3% 3%
Golf Course 2% 3%
Not a resident of the town of Vail 0% 0%
Booth Creek/Aspen Lane 0% 1%
Other. 3% 4%
2018
15%
26%
2016
4%
5%
13%
12%
29%
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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Demographics
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Resident Type
2018 - Invitation Sample On/y
2) Which of the
following best
describes you?
Year-round resident (11+ months/year)
Part-time resident
Non-resident owner of business/commercial property 3%
Employed in the town of Vail but don't live there 4%
Get mail in the town but don't live or work there 2%
2018
2016
Vail Community Survey 2018 1 RRC Associates
35%
56%
F
4%
4%
3%
47%
42%
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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Demographics
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Demographics
2018 vs. 2016 - Invitation Samp/es On/y
53) Do you own or operate a
business within the Town of
Vail?
Yes
No
Vail Community Survey 2018 1 RRC Associates
13%
2018 2016
16%
87% Fir
84%
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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Demographics
Town of Vail Community Survey I Registered to Vote
2018 - Invitation Sample Only
54) Are you a registered voter in Vail?
Yes
No
2018
42%
58%
2016
i
43%
57%
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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Ratings of Departments and Services
• Town of Vail local government. Highest-rated: approachability of staff and Town Council
members (4.2); lowest -rated but most improved: being collaborative in decision-making
process (3.6, vs. 3.2 in 2016).
• Public Works. Highest-rated: cleanliness of pedestrian villages (4.7); lowest -rated: road
and street maintenance by the Town of Vail (4.4); most improved: friendliness and
courteous attitude of Public Works employees (4.6), cleanliness of public restrooms (4.5),
and road and street maintenance (4.4) each increased by 0.3 pt since 2016.
• Fire Services. Highest-rated: courtesy and helpfulness of fire department staff (4.7);
lowest -rated: timely plan -check and fire system inspections (4.3); most improved: fire
safety, awareness and education programs (4.4, vs. 4.1 in 2016).
• Police Services. Highest-rated: overall feeling of safety and security (4.6); lowest -rated
but most improved: visibility of police foot/vehicle patrol and appropriate presence of
police on foot/vehicle patrol (each 4.3, vs. 4.0 in 2016).
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Ratings of Departments and Services
• Community Development Department[1]. Highest-rated: knowledge/ability to answer questions
(4.1); lowest -rated: building permit review and inspections (4.1); most improved:
knowledge/ability to answer questions (4.4), courtesy and attitude/helpfulness (4.1), and building
permit review and inspections (3.8) each increased by 0.3 pt since 2016.
• Parking. Highest-rated: Booth attendant courtesy (4.4); lowest -rated: overall parking fees/pricing
structure (3.0); most improved: overflow Frontage Road parking convenience/ease of access (3.4)
and safety (3.3) each increased by 0.5 pt since 2016.
• Bus Service. Highest-rated: dependability of bus service (4.7); lowest -rated but most improved:
level of crowding on buses (4.0, vs. 3.4 in 2016).
• Events. Respondents rated their satisfaction with two attributes of events: the overall quality of
events (4.2, vs. 4.1 in 2016) and overall quality of cultural, community, recreational, performing
arts, and business conference venue options in Vail (4.2, vs. 4.0 in 2016).
• Library Services. Overall satisfaction with the Vail Public Library was 4.7 this year (up from 4.5 in
2016).
Lit Unlike the other departments, which were rated by all respondents, the Community Development Department was rated only by those who used their services in
the past year (21 percent—up from 15 percent in 2016).
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Ratings - Satisfaction with Vail Local Government
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Ratings of Town Government
2018 - Invitation Sample Only
5) Using the 1 to 5 scale below, how satisfied are you with the Town of Vail local government in terms of providing information to citizens about what /oca/ government is
doing, including offering ample public engagement opportunities, approachability, and being collaborative in the decision making process?
Rating Category Year Avg
2018 4.2 • %
Approachability of staff and Town Council
members
2016 4.0 ■ 6%
14%
2018 4.1 1 6%
Providing information to citizens
2016 3.9 Po 5%
Offering public engagement opportunities
Being collaborative in decision-making
process
• 1 - Not at all satisfied 2
2018 4.1 :i"/o5%
2016 3.9
2018 3.6
2016 3.3 8%
35%
19%
15%
32%
38%
24%
15%
Err 39%
33%
38%
35%
IIIMM 40%
r% 7%
7%
26%
10%
24%
35%
36%
13%
3
34%
28%
4 • 5 - Very satisfied
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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Open -Ended Comments — Satisfaction with Govt.
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Example Comments: 778 Total Comments
• Addressing growth and parking thoughtfully.
• Affordable housing and a good work force will be very important as Vail's aging population
(which has most of the money) will not be working yet still live within Vail.
• Economically positive but have lost a bit of sense of community among those who live in
Vail.
• More and more I feel like the town of Vail has lost its way regarding the balance between
the wealthy residents and visitors, and the disposable workforce that everyone relies on to
actually provide the experiences that make people come here.
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1
Policy Questions —Right Track/ Wrong Track?
Town of Vail Community Survey I First, a few questions about you and the general state of Vail...
2018 vs. 2016 - Invitation Samples Only
4) Would you say that things
in the town of Vail are going in
the right direction, or have
they gotten off on the wrong
track?
Right direction
Wrong track
Dont know
2018
24%
16%
61%
2016
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20%
17%
63%
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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Open -Ended Comments
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• As a member of Vail Rotary, I appreciate the effort that council members are making to
attend our meetings and engage our members in conversation concerning town matters.
• Community picnics and gatherings are a great way to casually engage our locals.
• Giving residents an opportunity to speak, and completely ignoring them is not
collaborative.
• I wish there was a way to get the Police News/Reports directly to my e-mail address,
instead of looking for them on your website.
• If I didn't read the Vail Daily, I would not be aware of much of the information available and
any of the public engagement opps.
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Community Issues and Opportunities
2018 Invitation Sample On/y
28) For each area listed below, indicate the leve/ of priority you believe is appropriate
Rating Category Year Avg
Actions to protect and enhance Gore Creek 2018 4.5 I 9%
Environmental sustainability efforts (including waste and
recycling, wildlife habitat, climate change, and energy efficiency)
2018 4.3
Public safety (police and fire services) 2018 4.3
Transportation needs (town of Vail) 2018 4.2
Defining comprehensive parking management policies to
address parking for residents and visitors at peak times 2018 4.1
(potentially through additional parking spaces and pricing/mana..
Guest relations and customer service 2018 4.0
Housing for middle income and service worker households in
vital support roles
2018 3.9
I5%
1
14%
15%
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25%
11%
16%
17%
21%
29%
64%
60%
51%
33%
15%
47%
34%
23%
7%
17%
Climate action and leadership on matters of policy 2018 3.7 7%
Transportation needs (ECO Transit) 2018 3.7 4 % 7%
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoing support 2018 3.5
for events and programs to serve visitors and the Vail community
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoing financial 2018 3.4
support for deed -restricted housing
1 - Not a priority 2 3 - Neutral
45%
32%
27%
23%
28%
9%
26%
38%
43%
M-
36%
32%
30%
9%
28%
32% 32%
28%
25%
4 • 5 - High priority
21%
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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5% 1
8%
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Community Issues and Opportunities
2018 Invitation Sample On/y
28.1) What two areas are your highest priorities?
Housing for middle income and service worker households in vital 2018
support roles
Environmental sustainability 2018
Defining comprehensive parking management policies to address 2018
parking for residents and visitors at peak times
Actions to protect and enhance Gore Creek 2018
Public safety (police and fire services) 2018
Transportation needs (town of Vail) 2018
Guest relations and customer service 2018
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoing financial support
for deed -restricted housing
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoing support for
events and programs
2018
18%
22%
9%
26%
15%
12%
12%
12%
9%
7% 6%
8% 4%
7% 4%
13%
12%
11%
2018 5% 11118%
Climate action and leadership on matters of policy 2018
Transportation needs (ECO Transit)
2018 3014%
7%
18%
28%
24%
35%
• First Rank
Second Rank
40%
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Community Issues and Opportunities
2018 Invitation Sample Only
Q28.1) "What two areas are your highest priorities?" by Resident Type
Housing for middle income and service worker households in vital
support roles
Environmental sustainability
Defining comprehensive parking management policies to address
parking for residents and visitors at peak times
Second Rank
First Rank
Year-round resident Part-time resident
26%
[0% 25% A
42%
35%
28%
18% I.
33%
gok
17%
37%
32%
Actions to protect and enhance Gore Creek :% 1,20% 14% -27%
Public safety (police and fire services) % 15% x14° 23%
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoing financial support
for deed -restricted housing
14% ■ 4%
Transportation needs (town of Vail) 11% -15%
Guest relations and customer service 10% 14%
Climate action and leadership on matters of policy 10% •5%
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoing support for
events and programs
8% 8%
Transportation needs (ECO Transit)
5%
2%
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Community Issues and Opportunities
2018 invitation Sample Only
Q28.1) "What two areas are your highest priorities?" by Residence Ownership
Housing for middle income and service worker households in
vital support roles
Environmental sustainability
Second Rank
Own
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35%
35%
Defining comprehensive parking management policies to 14°o 28%
address parking for residents and visitors at peak times
Actions to protect and enhance Gore Creek 14% 11028%
Public safety (police and fire services)
K.19%
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoingg%
financial support for deed -restricted housing
First Rank
Rent
16% I 48%
16% R.5%
24% I
I5%
I5%
r
Transportation needs (town of Vail) 14% 5%
Guest relations and customer service 14% '3%
Climate action and leadership on matters of policy 7% %6%
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoing
support for events and programs
8%
41%
30%
21%
13%
Transportation needs (ECO Transit) 4%
5%
1
63%
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Financial Prioritizing
2018 Invitation Samp/e Only
30) With $5 increments being the smallest amount you might use, if you had $100 to spend on major efforts, how would you
allocate that $100 across the following categories? Or, if you wou/d not allocate funds to any of these categories, please
indicate by checking the box provided below.
Environmental sustainability efforts (including waste and recycling, wildlife habitat,
climate change, Gore Creek restoration and energy efficiency)
Expanded housing opportunities for a wide range of household incomes and a variety of
resort community occupations
Transportation improvements to address needs through bus service - in Vail
Planning and development of a Civic Center (enhanced community spaces including
the Dobson Arena/Library/Lionshead Parking Structure, Town Hall)
Creation of an indoor events and programs space to support a variety of cultural and
community activities
Transportation improvements to address Eagle County needs
Other suggestions
Average
Invite
diMih
$5.90
$13.64
$10.69
$10.53
$10.00
$25.63
$23.61
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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Policy Questions - Affordable Housing
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Deed -Restricted (Work Force) Housing Opportunities
2018 Invitation Sample Only
31) There has been discussion about various techniques to expand deed -restricted opportunities in the area. P/ease indicate your opinion using
the scale of 1 to 4 below.
Rating Category Year Avg
Identify and financially support opportunities for
regional partnerships to construct new deed -restricted 2018 3.1
housing outside town boundaries
Allow developers to meet their deed -restricted housing
requirement outside town boundaries
Allow increases in residential density in appropriate
locations or circumstances
Apply deed -restricted housing requirements to all new
or expanded residential development
2018 2.9
2018 2.7
2018 2.7
W.%
9%
19%
30%
10%
23%
46%
30%
16%
26%
40%
26%
15%
24%
34%
35%
1 - Not at all Supportive 2 3 4 - Very Supportive
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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Policy Questions - The Environment
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 The Environment
2018 vs. 2016 - Invitation Samples On/y
34) Please rank the importance of the following environmental sustainability program focus areas for the Town of Vail.
Rating Category Year Avg
Recycling and waste reduction 2018 4.3 5%
Wildlife habitat areas (for food, shelter,
movement)
Renewable energy projects in town (solar PV
on buildings)
2018 4.3
2018 4.0
Climate change action and advocacy 2018 3.5
1 - Not at all important 2
3
9%
19%
64 %
5%
■
11%
25%
15%
14%
12%
56%
27%
16%
46%
23%
35%
4 5 - Very important
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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Policy Questions - The Environment
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 The Environment
2018 vs. 2016 - Invitation Samples Only
37) Wildfire poses a risk to our homes, environment, economy, recreation and safety. Effective wildfire mitigation requires a multi -faceted
approach. Please indicate your opinion using the scale of 1 to 4 be/ow.
Rating Category Year Avg
Design standards that facilitate the creation of 2018 3.4 71 7%
defensible space (such as using deciduous trees
rather than conifers) 2016 3.2 13%
25%
Creation of defensible space on individual properties 2018 3.3 8% 8%
(where vegetation is reduced or modified to create a
Pr
buffer around the home) 2016 3.2 7% 11%
Evaluation of the defensible space around each 2018 3.3 8% 10%
home by trained personnel 2016 3.2 8% 11%
1 - Not at all Supportive 2 3
41%
27%
57% v
34%
24%
48%
•
58%
34%
47%
MIM
4 - Very supportive
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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INM
Policy Questions - Preparedness
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Household Preparedness for an Emergency
2018 - Invitation Sample Only
38) How prepared would you
say you and your household
are in the event of a
catastrophic emergency
event?
Extremely prepared
Somewhat prepared
Slightly prepared
Not at all prepared
10%
2018
1
9%
27%
55%
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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Policy Questions - Community Visioning
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Community Issues and Opportunities
2018 Invitation Sample Only
1
29) What is your priority on
undertaking a community
visioning p/an to better
determine Vail's future?
- Not a Priority • 3%
211%
3 - Neutral
4
5 - High Priority
IMP
13%
2018
II -
40%
43%
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Policy Questions - Parking
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Parking and Transportation
Invitation Samp/e Only
Yes
39) Should Town parking rates be based on demand? No
Uncertain
2018
1
20%
33%
47%
2016
40%
18%
42%
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Al
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Parking and Transportation
2018 Invitation Samp/e Only
40) Would you be in favor of creating a bike share program in
the Val/ area (i e , conventional and electric [power assisted)
bikes available for rent in selected locations on local streets) ?
40.1) Would you use the bike share program for renting
conventional bikes?
40.2) Would you use the bike share program for renting electric
bikes?
41) Would you be in favor of creating a car share program in the
Vail area (i e , cars available for rent on a short-term basis in
selected areas of town) for guests and locals?
41.1) Would you use the car share program?
2018
Yes
No 29%
Uncertain 17%
Yes
No 29%
Uncertain - 13%
Yes
No 26%
Uncertain 19%
Yes 35%
No 40%
Uncertain =IMP25%
Yes =1111130%
54%
ilk
NoMIT 45%
Uncertain 24%
59%
55%
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Policy Questions
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Ownership and Property Rental Information
2018 vs. 2016 - Invitation Samp/es On/y
43) How long have you lived
within the Town of Vail (or
owned property if a
non-resident) ?
Less than 1 year 2%
1-5 years
6-15 years
More than 15 years
Not applicable
2018
16%
21%
56%
4%
15%
2016
23%
5% 1 6%
52%
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Policy Questions
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Ownership and Property Rental Information
2018 Invitation Sample On/y
44) Are you aware that the Town has
recently adopted new short-term rental
regulations (i e , for
home/condominium rentals of less
than 30 consecutive days)?
45) Over the past year have you
rented out your residence short-term?
46) Did/do you rent it through:
49) Have you been affected by
short-term rentals in your immediate
area?
50) In your opinion, to what extent is
the loss of long-term rental housing a
prob/em in Vail at this time?
Yes
No 11%
Uncertain I2%
Yes _ 15%
No
Other' 3%
A management company
Both a management company and rent it myself 12%
Myself/online social sources as as VRBO, Airbnb, etc.
Yes
2018
135%
34%
60%
No 57%
Uncertain ■ 9%
A critical problem in the region _ 19%
One of the more serious problems 30%
A moderate problem 28%
Not a problem - 11%
One of the region's lesser problems _ 12%
87%
85%
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Policy Questions
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Events
2018 vs. 2016 - Invitation Samples Only
18) In general, how would
you describe the experience
that e vents in Vail create for
you and your guests?
2018 4.2
2016 4.3
1 - Very negative 2
13%
31%
15%
25%
3 - Neutral
50%
56%
4 5 - Very positive
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Policy Questions
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Events
2018 vs. 2016 - Invitation Samples Only
19) With respect to the
number of events in Vail,
are there:
Too few events
About the right number
Too many events
2018
8%
13%
79%
0 10%
2016
12%
78%
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Comments Tools — Exploring Open-ended Responses
There are several different ways of accessing the Open Ended
Comments from 2018
• Review of how to reach and navigate a site with comments
• Reminder, these are verbatim comments, all have been reported
without editing, spelling changes or deletion of proper names
• Web Access:
http://bit. ly/TOVCom ments
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Town of Vail Community Survey 2018
Overview of Results
June 19, 2018
ASSOCIATES..
Prepared for:
Town of Vail
Prepared by:
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AN OVERVIEW OF RESULTS
This summary provides an overview of selected survey results as well as an identification of some of the
major themes and findings that emerged from the 2018 Community Survey. The 2018 Town of Vail
Community Survey used methods virtually identical to those used in previous studies (2016, 2014, 2012,
and 2010), permitting comparisons of results over time. As in past surveys, this year's program resulted
in extensive open-ended comments, as well as statistical measures of many topics that are of interest to
the community.
In 2018, the surveys were fielded using two techniques. The primary method of distribution was
through a postcard inviting full-time and part-time Vail residents to complete a password -protected
online "invitation" survey. The Invitation Survey mailing list was created using voter registration,
commercial vendor, and Eagle County Assessor lists. The secondary method was the promotion of an
"open" version of the survey designed to gather input from interested individuals that had not received
the password -protected invitation. These subsets of respondents are referred to as the "Invitation" and
"Open Link" groups. Together, these two response methods resulted in 1,071 completed surveys (562
from the Invitation Survey and 509 from the Open Link Survey). The total response was up by more
than 16 percent this year (from 917 responses in 2018). Efforts to encourage response included ten
$100 Visa gift card drawings spread throughout the surveying period, as well as additional publicity.
Responses from both versions of the survey were generally similar. Most of this summary focuses on
responses from the controlled invitation group respondents for this year in comparison to invitation -
only responses from 2016 in order to establish a directly comparable baseline of results. However, in
many instances throughout the full report, responses are segmented and analyzed by key variables of
interest (e.g., residence type, home ownership status, etc.). In these cases, both methods of data
collection (Invitation and Open Link) are grouped together and then segmented, thus providing the most
robust sample size for analysis.
The 2018 Community Survey is one of a number of public outreach efforts conducted by the Town. It is
important to recognize that the survey is considered a tool for gathering input rather than a vote or a
referendum on the many topics that are explored. The survey results have been dissected in various
ways to identify dominant themes and messages, and the 2018 results are explored in the full report
and the Appendices to that report. An overview of some of the key findings are presented in the
following pages.
The survey results are organized into two major areas of discussion: 1) ratings of Town departments
and services using questions that allow comparisons to past surveys, and 2) a discussion of a number of
issues and topics of community importance identified to be of interest to decision makers and the
community at large. Key findings have been gleaned not only from quantitative survey results, but also
from qualitative analysis of the extensive number of open-ended comments received through the survey
— over 6,000 comments. Taken together, responses to the Town of Vail Community Survey provide a
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means of benchmarking the delivery of services over time, and a means of reviewing and setting town
priorities based on stakeholder input.
KEY FINDINGS FROM THE 2018 COMMUNITY SURVEY
As noted above, this discussion is divided into two major sections: Ratings of Facilities and Services and
Policies and Priorities. However, it is instructive to first understand the profile of respondents to the
survey.
A Profile of Respondents
Changes in survey results from 2016 reflect shifts in respondent opinions, and are not attributable to
demographic differences, given that the 2018 demographic profile of respondents is highly similar to
2016. The survey contained a number of demographic questions that provide a snapshot of the
community and are used to probe and analyze input from respondents. Looking at the combined
sample (Invitation and Open Link Surveys), the profile is relatively unchanged from 2016 — including the
mix of year-round versus part-time residents, share of response by neighborhood of residence in Vail,
whether respondents own or rent their residence, household composition, and where the respondent is
employed.
Ratings of Facilities and Services by Department
As with past surveys, Town departments were rated across a number of different measures (questions)
using a 5 -point scale with 1 meaning "not at all satisfied" and 5 meaning "very satisfied."
In general, results were very positive with high levels of satisfaction across all departments, and
average ratings improved from 2016, with a few exceptions in which ratings remained unchanged. The
survey fill -out, attached as an Appendix to this report, highlights department ratings in a format that
compares 2018 ratings to 2016 results.
The Town of Vail local government received lower average satisfaction ratings than most of the other
Town departments, although ratings have improved across-the-board for each attribute. `Being
collaborative in the decision-making process" was again the lowest -rated attribute, but the most
improved since 2016. A review of the open-ended comments concerning the Town of Vail ratings
indicates that there were concerns emanating from some of the difficult issues faced in past months
(e.g., rent by owner regulations, parking, personal issues with the Town, etc.) but the comments also
provide practical and actionable ideas for greater collaboration. Consensus building is a challenge, but
also a major opportunity for the Town, and the improvement in the rating of "being collaborative"
suggests that emphasis on this problem is paying off. The Town has continued its efforts to grow the
Town of Vail email list and the 2018 survey resulted in additional opt -ins to that list, highlighting that
community outreach can grow community engagement.
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There was high satisfaction and improvement over time for the "lowest -rated" attributes. For most
departments, these lowest -rated attributes were given an average rating of at least 4.0. Furthermore,
the lowest -rated attribute was also the most improved since 2016 for Town of Vail local government,
police services, and bus service. And while average ratings are analyzed above, it is important to note
that the percentage of respondents providing a rating of '5' ("very satisfied") increased for each
attribute as compared to 2016, with the exception of one item: ease of parking in summer (54 percent
"very satisfied" in 2018 vs. 60 percent in 2016).
While "average" ratings are one way to evaluate the survey results, the percentages in the 1 to 5
categories are often more informative. Discussions of survey results at the staff level have focused on
the 4 and 5 ratings as a target for departments. Continuous improvement is achieved by increasing the
satisfaction levels of all categories of stakeholders.
Policies and Priorities
Slightly more respondents think Vail is on the "wrong track" than in 2016. Respondents began the
survey by indicating their opinions regarding the general state of Vail. This question, tracked for over a
decade, asked, "Would you say that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right direction, or have
they gotten off on the wrong track?" This year, 61 percent of invitation respondents said the TOV is
going in the "right direction" (down from 63 percent in 2016) and 24 percent indicated Vail is on the
"wrong track" (compared to 20 percent in 2016). While the increase in "wrong track" ratings seems
small (approximately 2 percent), it is statistically significant. The decrease in those that report Vail is
going in the right direction and increase in those indicating the Town is on the wrong track held up
regardless of residence type, home ownership status, or whether the respondent owns or operates a
business in Vail, and stands in contrast to the increasingly positive ratings received for the Town
departments.
Exploring these results further indicated that rent by owner concerns and frustrations, parking, and
housing were especially likely to be mentioned by respondents saying "wrong track." Specifically with
regard to parking, respondents commented on parking being too expensive, concern about losing free
summer parking, and lack of places to park. Comments on housing touched upon increase of short-term
rentals at the expense of long-term rental options, lack of employee housing options, and the cost of
housing.
Meanwhile, the roughly three in five respondents who said Vail is going in the right direction
commented on their satisfaction with town services, feeling that the town is working hard to address
important issues (e.g., housing, transportation, environment), quality of events, efforts to improve the
appearance of town buildings and infrastructure, and transportation improvements, among other
reasons.
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Housing opportunities and environmental sustainability efforts were selected as the highest priorities
for Town Council to consider in the coming months. When asked to evaluate 11 priority areas on a
five -point scale (where 1 means "not a priority" and 5 means "high priority"), each category received an
average rating of at least 3.0 and at least 50 percent of responses earning a rating of 4 or 5. In other
words, all of the priority areas evaluated are of general importance or priority to the community.
"Housing for middle income and service worker households" is a notable result in these ratings. The
average score for this category was a 3.9, relatively in the middle of the ratings of priority. These results
were lowered by the relatively large number of respondents rating it a 1 or 2, an expression that housing
was not a high priority for them. However, when asked to select their top two priorities from the list,
the most frequently chosen actions were housing for middle income and service worker households in
vital support roles (selected as first or second rank priority by 40 percent of invitation respondents) and
environmental sustainability efforts (35 percent). These two areas are relatively widely identified as
community priorities.
In another prioritization exercise, respondents were asked to prioritize six improvements for the Vail
community relative to one another by allocating $100 across the various categories to best reflect their
priorities. Again, environmental sustainability efforts (which received an average allocation of $26) and
expanded housing opportunities for a wide range of household incomes and resort community
occupations ($24) rose to the top of the list.
There was strong support for identifying and financially supporting opportunities for regional
partnerships to construct new deed -restricted housing outside of town boundaries. Techniques to
expand deed -restricted (work force) housing opportunities were examined in detail this year.
Respondents are highly supportive of various techniques to address the housing problems present in
Vail. Worth noting is that the option to identify and financially support opportunities for regional
partnerships to construct new deed -restricted housing outside town boundaries received strong support
from all sub -groups, including year-round and part-time residents, those who live in and outside of town
boundaries, and owners and renters.
Respondents are highly aware of rent -by -owner (RBO) regulations, with some more impacted than
others. Short-term rentals have been a topic of interest and public debate and the survey contained
questions to better understand the short-term rental landscape in Vail, as well as probe respondent
opinions around this issue. Evaluation of short-term rental policy questions in Vail produced the
following observations:
• Overall, respondents are very familiar with short-term rental regulations in Vail. Nearly nine in
ten respondents were aware that the town recently adopted new short-term (less than 30 days)
rental regulations (87 percent).
• Fifteen percent of respondents have rented out their residence on a short-term basis in the past
year (much higher for part-time residents at 27 percent than year-round residents at 3 percent).
• About one in three respondents have been affected by short-term rentals in their immediate
area (34 percent).
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• Respondents who indicated that Vail is on the wrong track were more likely to be affected by
short term rentals than those who think Vail is going in the right direction (37 percent vs. 30
percent). Year-round residents are also more impacted than part-time residents (38 percent vs.
24 percent).
• About three-quarters of respondents think that the loss of long-term rental housing is
problematic, including those that think it's a critical problem (19 percent), one of the more
serious problems (30 percent), or a moderate problem (28 percent). Meanwhile, 12 percent
think it's one of the region's lesser problems and 11 percent don't think it's a problem at all.
Respondents are highly supportive of a number of environmental measures—particularly recycling
and waste reduction and wildfire mitigation approaches. A majority of residents show strong support
for environmental efforts by the Town. A number of survey questions explored various aspects of
environmental policy, as well as Vail's efforts to be a sustainable destination:
• Regarding environmental sustainability program focus areas, respondents place the most
importance on recycling and waste reduction (83 percent of invitation respondents).
Meanwhile, climate change action and advocacy received considerably less support (58
percent).
• Effective wildfire mitigation approaches were also explored, as was done in 2016. Each
approach received more support in 2018 than in 2016. This was particularly the case for
designing standards that facilitate the creation of defensible space (87percent —up from 82
percent in 2016).
Strong support for continued action to address Gore Creek. Now that the Gore Creek Strategic Plan is
in its second year of implementation, respondents had the opportunity to indicate their support for
strategic recommendations from the plan. Respondents indicated overwhelming support for each of
three regulations probed, with watershed protection ordinance that restricts pesticide use receiving the
highest level of support (93 percent of invitation respondents provided a rating of 3 or 4).
There is room for improvement in household emergency preparedness and respondents are receptive
to more information on this topic. New to the survey this year, respondents were asked how prepared
they/their household would be in the event of a catastrophic emergency event. One in ten respondents
are extremely prepared (10 percent), over half are somewhat prepared (55 percent), about a quarter
are slightly prepared (27 percent), and the remaining one in ten are not at all prepared (9 percent).
Respondents commented on the desire for more public information around what households could do
to prepare for future emergencies.
The survey indicates overwhelming support for a Master Plan Initiative. Also new to the survey this
year, respondents were asked the priority they placed on undertaking a community visioning plan to
better determine Vail's future, to which responses were very positive. Eighty-three percent of
respondents provided a rating of 4 or 5 on a 5 -point scale where 1 means "not a priority" and 5 means
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"high priority." Just 4 percent of respondents provided a rating of 1 or 2. Part-time residents were
particularly supportive (88 percent, vs. 79 percent of year-round residents).
Beyond parking fees, respondents offered suggestions around parking, including enhanced
communication and stricter parking enforcement. Respondents were asked "Other than adjusting
parking fees, what could the Town of Vail do to improve your satisfaction with parking in the town?"
The most frequent comment received was that there need to be more parking spaces. Other comments
centered on desire to keep free summer overnight parking (especially for those who are drinking in
town), enhanced communication so people know when spaces are full or become available in the
parking structures, improving the appearance and cleanliness of parking structures, disallowance of
parking on Frontage Roads, ticketing cars that take up two spaces, additional satellite parking lots
serviced by shuttle, and safety features to protect pedestrians on busy days (e.g., speed bumps, keeping
sidewalks cleared, street lighting). Many respondents also used this space to comment on their
dissatisfaction with parking fees.
In additional questions designed to assess respondent preferences around parking and transportation
approaches, results show that nearly half of invitation respondents think parking rates should be based
on demand (47 percent), up from 40 percent in 2016. This represents a statistically significant shift in
opinion concerning this area of policy. These approaches are further confirmed by the results from
Survey Question 28.1 where "Defining comprehensive parking management policies to address parking
for residents and visitors at peak times" was the third highest priority identified from the list of 11
categories.
Support for a bike share program, relatively less support for car sharing. Over half of respondents
would be in favor of creating a bike share program in the Vail area (54 percent), and of those
respondents there is similar interest in using both conventional (59 percent would use) and electric (55
percent) bikes. There is less support for a car share program, with 35 percent in favor, and 30 percent of
those respondents indicating they would actually use the program.
Attitude toward events generally positive and unchanged from 2016. Vail has emphasized events as a
component of economic development as well as to respond to community desires for entertainment
and activities. A strong majority of respondents say events create a positive experience in Vail. On the
question, "In general, how would you describe the experience that events create for you and your
guests?" about 81 percent of respondents rate the experience positively, as a 4 or 5 on a five -point
scale, identical to 2016. Additionally, most respondents indicate that the Town holds "about the right
number" of events (79 percent). Thirteen percent indicate there are too many events while eight
percent think there are too few. Responses are highly similar to 2016.
The next section of this overview will show results for each question on the survey. In addition, the
reader is directed to a comments appendix that features the extensive number of comments received
for open-ended questions on the survey. Comments can be sorted and organized in a variety of ways
and provide ideas for further community evaluation and policy insight.
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Verbatim Survey Questions with Summary of Responses by
Question
TOWN OF°51/AIL
First, a few questions about you and the general state of Vail..
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
1) Is your residence (either year-round or
seasonal) within the town of Vail?
1.1) If yes, where?
2) Which of the following best describes you?
4) Would you say that things in the Town of Vail
are going in the right direction, or have they
gotten off on the wrong track?
Yes
Noll 11%
East Vail 26%
West Vail (north of 1 70) 15%
Potato Patch, Sandstone • 14%
Intermountain • 9%
Vail Village, 8%
Buffehr Creek, Lionsridge, the Valley 1 7%
Matterhorn, Glen Lyon' 5%
Booth Falls and Bald Mountain Road areas 1 5%
Lionshead 1 3%
Vail Commons/Safeway area 1 3%
Golf Course 2%
Booth Creek/Aspen Lane 0%
Not a resident of the town of Vail 0%
Other I 3%
89%
Year-round resident (11+ months/year) - 56%
Part-time resident - 35%
Non-resident owner of business/commercial property 1 3%
Employed in the town of Vail but don't live there 1 4%
Get mail in the town but don't live or work there 12%
Right direction
Wrong track _ 24%
Dont know • 16%
61%
5) Using the 1 to 5 scale below, how satisfied are you with the Town of Vail local government in terms of providing information to
citizens about what local government is doing, including offering ample public engagement opportunities, approachability, and being
collaborative in the decision-making process?
Rating Category Avg
Approachability of staff and Town Council 4.2 1.14%
members
Offering public engagement opportunities 4.1
Providing information to citizens 4.1 ji,
6% 13%
33%
15%
Being collaborative in decision-making 3.6 itS/o 10%
process
36%
37%
22%
35%
1- Not at all satisfied • 2 3 4 • 5- Very satisfied
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Town Services
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
6) Rate your satisfaction with Public Works services in the Town of Vail.
Rating Category Avg
Cleanliness of pedestrian
villages
4.7
Overall park maintenance 4.6
21%
76%
28% 69%
M.
Friendliness and courteous
attitude of Public Works
employees
4.6
Snow removal on roads 4.6
Cleanliness of public restrooms 4.5
Wo, 28% 66%
F
5% 24%
[6% 32%
Road and street maintenance by
the Town of Vail (potholes, 4.4
sweeping, drainage)
35%
1- Not at all satisfied • 2 3 4 • 5 - Very satisfied
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Public Safety - Fire Services
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
7) Please rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of Fire Services in the Town of Vail.
Rating Category Avg
Courtesy and helpfulness of fire
department staff
4.7
Response times to emergency
incidents 4.6
Wildfire mitigation efforts 4.4
Fire safety, awareness and
education programs 4.4
Timely plan -check and fire
system inspections
4.3
18%
5%
9%
21%
n& 76%
Mit 72%
32%
12%
11111 57%
33%
31%
W 5491IM
111
56%
• 1- Not at all satisfied • 2 3 4 • 5- Very satisfied
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Public Safety - Police
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
8) Please rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of Police Services in the Town of Vail.
Rating Category Avg
Overall feeling of safety and
security
Friendliness and
approachabilityofVail Police
Department employees
4.6 5%
4.5
Overall quality of service 4.4
Confidence in the Police
Department
Appropriate presence of police
on foot/vehicle patrol
Visibility of police foot/vehicle
patrol
• 1- Not at all satisfied 2
4.4
4.3
4.3
1
1
26%
8%
8%
25%
=I 66% .11.1111
T
64%
30%
59%
I Er
8% 27%
60%
1
12%
33% 51%
1
12%
3
32%
a
51%
4 5 - Very satisfied
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Community Development Department
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
9) Do you know that the Town now offers an
online portal that provides information on
reviews in progress, property research,
building permits, and on-line planning
applications?
9.a) If Yes, are you aware that this portal
provides the ability to notify the Town of a
code violation?
Yes
Uncertain
37%
8%
Yes
Uncertain
32%
55%
5%
10) Have you used the services of the
Community Development Department within
the past 12 months?
Yes
21%
63%
11) Please rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of the Community Development Department.
Rating Category Avg
Courtesy and attitude/helpfulness 4.4 6%
Knowledge/ability to answer questions 4.4 16% 6%
Timeliness of response (to telephone calls,
4.2
inspections, questions/inquiries, plan review)
Availability of information (public records) 4.2 6%
25%
23%
10%
Building permit review and inspections 4.1 7%
79%
h.
63%
63%
31%
10%
10%
52%
30%
31%
41.11111.
1- Not at all satisfied • 2 3 4 • 5- Very satisfied
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Parking
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
12) Are you aware that the Town offers
residents/employees a variety of parking
passes and discount parking programs?
13) Do you own a parking pass or value
card this season?
13.1) What type of pass or value card do
you own?
Yes
No
Uncertain0
3%
Yes
No
17%
34%
Value card
Blue pass
Gold pass
Pink pass
13%
13%
13%
14) Please rate your satisfaction with public parking services in Vail.
Rating Category Avg
Booth attendant courtesy 4.4
Ease of parking in summer 4.3
Parking structure cleanliness 4.0
Overflow Frontage Road parking
(convenience/ease of access) 3.4
Ease of parking in winter 3.4
11%
1
15%
28%
12%
60%
66%
79%
59%
28%
19%
11%
Overflow Vail Frontage Road parking (safety) 3.3
Overall parking fees/pricing structure 3.0
11%
12%
'41
54%
38%
24%
36%
27%
26%
14%
17%
25%
32%
25%
21%
22%
25%
23%
20%
22%
1- Not at all satisfied • 2 3 4 • 5 - Very satisfied
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Bus Services
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
15) Please rate your satisfaction with bus service.
Rating Category Avg
Dependability of bus service 4.7
Cleanliness of buses 4.6
Atmosphere/sense of safety on buses 4.6
Bus driver courtesy 4.5
Frequency of in -town shuttle (Lionshead to
Golden Peak) 4.5
Frequency of outlying service - Vail
neighborhoods
4.3
26%
6%
71%
28%
7%
8%
26%
65%
66%
24%
66%
8% 27%
•
64%
14%
Level of crowding on buses 4.0 6%
1- Not at all satisfied 2
16) Would you use the TOV buses more if
frequency of service was increased?
17) Do you use ECO Transit?
Yes
No
Uncertain
Yes
No
3
29%
17%
53%
38%
6626%
4 • 5 - Very satisfied
1
17%
31%
26%
43%
83%
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I3%
15%
21%
■ 8%
13%
79%
i
Events
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
18) In general, how would you describe the
experience that events in Vail create for you and
your guests?
4.2
1
13%
31%
0%
1- Very negative 2 3 - Neutral 4 N. 5 - Very positive
Too few events
19) With respect to the
number of events in Vail, About the right number
are there:
Too many events
20) How effectively do
you feel our mix of
events is appealing to
the right audiences for
Vail?
1- Not at all Effective
2
3
4
5 - Very Effective
28%
43%
21) Please rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of town -wide events.
The overall quality of events in Vail 4.2
Overall quality of cultural, community, recreational,
performing arts, and business conference venue op..
1- Not at all satisfied 2
3
4.2
I strongly support the Town's
financial investment in events
22) The Town of Vail invests I am somewhat in favor
in various events in Vail. In
general, what is your opinion I am neutral
of this economic
development strategy? I somewhat oppose
I strongly oppose
1
13%
14%
40%
37%
44%
46%
4 • 5 - Very satisfied
12%
6%
19%
28%
46%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50%
Percent Responding
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1
Library Services
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
24) Please
respond to the
following
questions using
"Yes" or "No."
25) How
frequently
do you use
the library?
Do you access the
library remotely as well
as in person?
Do you have a library
card in the Town of
Vail?
Have you used the
library's website or
e -newsletter?
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
0
1
2
35%
37%
34%
65%
63%
30%
3 7%
4
8%
13%
514%
6+ 7%
27) Please rate your overall satisfaction with the Vail Public Library
Rating Category Avg
Please rate your overall satisfaction with
the Vail Public Library 4.7
1- Not at all satisfied 2
24%
3
31%
66%
4 • 5 - Very satisfied
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Community Issues and Opportunities
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
28) For each area listed below, indicate the level of priority you believe is appropriate
Rating Category Avg
Actions to protect and enhance Gore Creek 4.5
Environmental sustainability efforts (including waste and
recycling, wildlife habitat, climate change, and energy 4.3
efficiency)
1
1
Public safety (police and fire services) 4.3 '
Transportation needs (Town of Vail) 4.2
Defining comprehensive parking management policies to
address parking for residents and visitors at peak times
4.1
Guest relations and customer service 4.0
Housing for middle income and service worker households
3.9
in vital support roles
Transportation needs (ECO Transit) 3.7
Climate action and leadership on matters of policy 3.7
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoing
support for events and programs to serve visitors and the
Vail community
3.5
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoing
financial support fordeed-restrictedhousing 3.4
1 1- Nota priority 1 2
1 3 - Neutral
1
R
1
25%
11%
=. 64%
21%
16%
=I 60%
29%
17%
ip.-
51%
33%
15%
1 47%
34%
I 45%
M_
23%
07%
16%
17%
32%
27%
28%
1
38%
al 43%
32%
28%
7%
ME
8% 9%
23%
26%
30%
13% 9%
28%
36%
32%
25°
lin
0 21%
L.25%
4 • 5 - High priority
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Community Issues and Opportunities
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
28.1) What two
areas are your
highest
priorities?
Housing for middle income and service
worker households in vital support roles
1
Environmental sustainability
18%
Defining comprehensive parking
management policies to address parking for
residents and visitors at peak times
22%
Er 26%
E5%
Actions to protect and enhance Gore Creek
Public safety (police and fire services)
Transportation needs (Town of Vail)
12%
12%
12%
118%
IL 7%
Guest relations and customer service
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to
provide ongoing financial support for
deed -restricted housing
13%
12%
18%
24%
28%
35%
40%
▪ First Rank
▪ Second Rank
11%
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to
provide ongoing support for events and
programs
8%
Climate action and leadership on matters of
policy
7%
Transportation needs (ECO Transit) °4%
29) What is your priority on
undertaking a community
visioning plan to better
determine Vail's future?
1- Not a Priority 3%
2 1%
3 - Neutral
4
5 - High Priority
13%
40%
43%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50%
Percent Responding
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Financial Prioritizing
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
30) With $5 increments being the smallest amount you might use, if you had $100 to spend on major efforts, how
would you allocate that $100 across the following categories? Or, if you would not allocate funds to any of these
categories, please indicate by checking the box provided below.
Environmental sustainability efforts (including waste and
recycling, wildlife habitat, climate change, Gore Creek
restoration and energy efficiency)
Average
Expanded housing opportunities for a wide range of household
incomes and a variety of resort community occupations
Transportation improvements to address needs through bus
service- in Vail
$13.64
Planning and development of a Civic Center (enhanced
community spaces including the Dobson Arena/Library/Lionshead
Parking Structure, Town Hall)
$10.69
Creation of an indoor events and programs space to support a
variety of cultural and community activities
$10.53
Transportation improvements to address Eagle County needs
Other suggestions
$10.00
$5.90
$25.63
$23.61
$0 $5 $10 $15 $20 $25 $30
Average Spend
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Deed -Restricted (Work Force) Housing Opportunities
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
31) There has been discussion about various techniques to expand deed -restricted opportunities in the area. Please indicate your
opinion using the scale of 1 to 4 below.
Rating Category Avg
Identify and financially support
opportunities for regional
partnerships to construct new
deed -restricted housing outside
town boundaries
3.1
9%
30% 46%
Allow developers to meet their
deed -restricted housing
requirement outside town
boundaries
2.9
Allow increases in residential
density in appropriate locations
or circumstances
2.7
Apply deed -restricted housing
requirements to all new or
expanded residential
development
2.7
1
II
19%
10%
30% 40%
P
23%
16%
26%
34%
26%
15%
24%
35%
• 1- Not at all Supportive • 2 3 • 4- Very Supportive
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9%
19%
11%
64%
25%
56%
r
8%
The Environment
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
34) Please rank the importance of the following environmental sustainability program focus areas for the Town of Vail. (Survey
version A only)
Rating Category Avg
Recycling and waste reduction 4.3
Wildlife habitat areas (for food, shelter,
movement)
15%
4.3 5%
Renewable energy projects in town (solar
PV on buildings) 4.0
Climate change action and advocacy 3.5
1- Not at all important 2
15%
27%
46%
14%
3
12%
16%
23%
35%
4 • 5 -Very important
35) Now in its second year of implementation, the Gore Creek Strategic Plan identified improved regulations as strategic actions to
improve water quality. Using the scale below, indicate your opinion. (Survey version A only)
Rating Category Avg
A watershed protection ordinance that
would restrict pesticide use
An increase to stream setback rules which
would prohibit built improvements such
as decks, patios, etc. within a prescribed
distance from the creek
A 'no -mowing' zone (to restrict lawn
mowing next to waterways)
3.6
3.4
3.3
15%
19%
1
7%
Milr 74% .mmilM
25%
8%
61%
30%
rimh:5%
1- Not at all Supportive 2 3 • 4 - Very Supportive
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The Environment, Continued
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
36) Please identify the barriers that exist toward your personal use of environmentally friendly landscaping practices on your
property. Rate the following on a scale of 1 to 5 where 1 is "strongly disagree" and 5 is "strongly agree" that these are barriers.
(Survey version B only)
Rating Category Avg
HOA handles landscaping/HOA rules 3.3
161
Lack of knowledge of eco -friendly
3.0
practices
iro I
Lack of effective alternatives to
pesticides/herbicides 2'8
15% 41
21%
27%
Costs are prohibitive 2.7
25%
Lack of eco -friendly landscapers 2.7
23%
I prefer a green turf lawn, space to
2.7
play, socialize, etc.
18%
23%
13%
29%
21%
23%
19%
Native plants and vegetation are not
visually appealing they attract
nuisance animals, and/or obscure vi..
2.0
▪ 1 -Not at all important • 2
21%
21%
17%
22%
30%
L14»°
13%
31%
25%
20%
r
16%
17%
17%
▪ 3 • 4 • 5 -Very important
37) Wildfire poses a risk to our homes, environment, economy, recreation and safety. Effective wildfire mitigation requires a
multi -faceted approach. Please indicate your opinion using the scale of 1 to 4 below. (Survey version A only)
Rating Category Avg
Design standards that facilitate the
creation of defensible space (such as 3.4 /o 7%
using deciduous trees rather than co..
Evaluation of the defensible space
around each home by trained 3.3 8%
personnel
10%
Creation of defensible space on
individual properties (where 3.3 % 8%
vegetation is reduced or modified to..
24%
=Mir 62%
8%
58%
27%
• 1- Not at all Supportive • 2 3 • 4 - Very supportive
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Household Preparedness for an Emergency
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
38) How prepared would you say you and
your household are in the event of a
catastrophic emergency event?
Extremely prepared
Somewhat prepared
Slightly prepared
Not at all prepared
10%
9%
27%
55%
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Parking and Transportation
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
Yes
39) Should Town parking rates be based on
demand? No
Uncertain
40) Would you be in favor of creating a bike Yes
share program in the Vail area (i e,
conventional and electric [power assisted]
bikes available for rent in selected No
locations on local streets)? (Survey version
B only) Uncertain
Yes
40.1) Would you use the bike share
program for renting conventional bikes? No
(Survey version B only)
Uncertain
Yes
40.2) Would you use the bike share
program for renting electric bikes? (Survey No
version B only)
Uncertain
41) Would you be in favor of creating a car Yes
share program in the Vail area (i e, cars
available for rent on a short-term basis in No
selected areas of town) for guests and
locals? (Survey version B only)
Uncertain
41.1) Would you use the car share
program? (Survey version B only)
Yes
No
Uncertain
1
20%
33%
47%
17%
29%
54%
13%
29%
19%
26%
35%
25%
30%
40%
24%
45%
59%
55%
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Ownership and Property Rental Information
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
42) Do you own or rent your
residence?
43) How long have you lived within
the Town of Vail (or owned property
if a non-resident)?
44) Are you aware that the Town
has recently adopted new
short-term rental regulations (i e,
for home/condominium rentals of
less than 30 consecutive days)?
45) Over the past year have you
rented out your residence
short-term?
46) Did/do you rent it through:
47) How do you expect to be using
your Vail home five years from
now? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)
Own
Rent 13%
Other (specify) 1%
85%
Less than lyear 2%
1-5 years
16%
6-15 years hiL 21%
More than 15 years
Not applicable 5%
56%
Yes
No 11%
Uncertain 2%
87%
Yes 15%
No
A management company
Myself/online social sources as as VRBO, Airbnb, etc
Both a management company and rent it myself
Other
2%
13%
35%
85%
60%
As a primary residence for my household, the owner
A vacation home for owner or guests of owner 26%
I intend to use my home as my retirement residence 17%
Don't know/uncertain 10%
Vacation rental to visitor/tourists 9%
Rented long term to local resident 6%
I intend to sell my home within the next five years but s.. 5%
I intend to sell my home in the next five years and
relocate outside the area
4%
Other 1 1%
54%
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Demographics
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
48) When do you plan to retire?
49) Have you been affected by
short-term rentals in your
immediate area?
Less than 1 year
In 1 year 7%
In2to3years
In4to6years
25%
17%
18%
In 7 to 10 years • 12%
In more than 10 years
22%
Yes
No
Uncertain
34%
■ 9%
57%
Not a problem
50) In your opinion, to what A moderate problem
extent is the loss of long-term
rental housing a problem in Vail
One of the more serious problems
at this time? A critical problem in the region
One of the region's lesser problems
M11%
28%
30%
Work 8 months or more a year in the local area
Not employed: retired
51) Which of the following best Currently employed outside of the local area
describes your employment Work 7 or fewer months a year in the local area
status?
Not employed: homemaker
Not employed: unemployed and/or looking for work
Other:
14%
12%
44%
25%
19%
52.1) What is the location of your
place of work in the Vail Valley?
(CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)
In the town of Vail
Edwards 15%
Avon 12%
Beaver Creek 12%
Eagle Vail 9%
Eagle 6%
Gypsum 6%
Minturn 6%
Other: 9%
80%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Percent Responding
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Demographics, Continued
COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
Invitation Sample
53) Do you own or operate a
business within the Town of Vail?
54) Are you a registered voter in
Vail?
57) In what year were you born?
(Please enter 4 -digit year)
Yes ■ 13%
No
Yes
No
18-24 0%
25-34 10%
35-44 11%
45-54 21%
55-64 25%
65-74 24%
75 or older 10%
42%
58%
87%
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Final Report
June 19, 2018
ASSOCIATES..
Prepared for:
Town of Vail
Prepared by:
RRC Associates, LLC
4770 Baseline Road, Ste. 360
Boulder, CO 80303
303/449-6558
www.rrcassociates.com
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Contents
An Introduction and Overview of Results 1
A Profile of Respondents 2
Ratings of Facilities and Services by Department 3
Policies and Priorities 3
Discussion of Survey Findings 8
Ratings of Facilities and Services by Department 8
Policies and Priorities 10
Right Direction or Wrong Track 10
Overall Priorities Based on a List of 11 Factors 11
Financial Prioritization 12
Housing 14
Short -Term Rentals 15
Environmental Policies and Priorities 16
Master Plan Initiative 19
Parking 20
Events 21
Emergency Preparedness 22
Appendix: Open -Ended Comments
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AN INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW OF RESULTS
This Overview provides a summary of selected survey results as well as an identification of some of the
major themes and findings that emerged from the 2018 Community Survey. The 2018 Town of Vail
Community Survey used methods virtually identical to those used in 2016, 2014, 2012, and 2010,
permitting comparisons of results over time. As in past surveys, this year's program resulted in
extensive open-ended comments, as well as statistical measures of many topics that are of interest to
the community. The comments are presented verbatim in an interactive appendix, allowing users to
sort comments by question, survey source (i.e., Invitation or Open Link Survey — described below),
resident type (i.e., year-round or part-time), whether the respondent believes Vail is going in the right
direction or on the wrong track, and length of residency in Vail.
In 2018, the surveys were fielded using two techniques. The primary method of distribution was
through a postcard inviting full-time and part-time Vail residents to complete a password -protected
online "invitation" survey. The Invitation Survey mailing list was created using voter registration,
commercial vendor, and Eagle County Assessor lists. In an effort to personalize the postcard invitation
and avoid mailing to vacant residences, the list only included addresses associated with a name. Only
one postcard was mailed per address, but the postcards provided two unique passwords, allowing up to
two household members to complete the survey online. Also, residents that had a password but
requested (by telephone) to complete the survey using a paper form were provided a survey.
The secondary method was the promotion of an "open" version of the survey designed to gather input
from interested individuals that had not received the password -protected invitation. These subsets of
respondents are referred to as the "Invitation" and "Open Link" groups. Together, these two response
methods resulted in 1,071 completed surveys (562 from the Invitation Survey and 509 from the Open
Link Survey). The total response was up by more than 16 percent this year (from 917 responses in 2018).
Efforts to encourage response included ten $100 Visa gift card drawings spread throughout the
surveying period, as well as additional publicity.
Survey invitation postcards arrived in Vail mailboxes starting March 10, 2018. Reminder postcards were
sent to residents and seasonal residents about 10 days later. In addition, the Open Link Survey was
advertised as available for completion starting on March 25. This was timed to be about three weeks
after the initial postcard mailing. Through various ads, the public was invited to complete that version
of the survey online but without a password. Both the Invitation and Open Link versions of the survey
were closed in early May.
Responses from both versions of the survey were generally similar. Most of this summary focuses on
responses from the controlled invitation group respondents for this year in comparison to invitation -
only responses from 2016, in order to establish a directly comparable baseline of results. However, in
many instances throughout this summary, responses are segmented and analyzed by key variables of
interest (e.g., residence type, home ownership status, etc.). In these cases, both methods of data
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collection (Invitation and Open Link) are grouped together and then segmented, thus providing the most
robust sample size for analysis.
In an effort to shorten the 2018 questionnaire somewhat, while preserving the ability to explore the
variety of topics for investigation that were identified by Council and staff, a few of the survey questions
were asked only of 50% of survey respondents. This was accomplished by having selected questions
posed to %z of respondents selected at random. The other half received a different unique bank of
questions. This approach was only applied to about five questions on each version of the survey, and
because of the large number of respondents overall, using an A and B version of the survey form did not
appreciably influence the statistical usability of any of the survey results.
The 2018 Community Survey is one of a number of public outreach efforts conducted by the Town. It is
important to recognize that the survey is considered a tool for gathering input rather than a vote or a
referendum on the many topics that are explored. The survey results have been dissected in various
ways to identify dominant themes and messages and these findings are explored in the technical
appendix to this summary; some of these findings are included in this key findings summary.
The survey and subsequent findings are organized into three major areas of discussion: 1) a
demographic profile of respondents, 2) ratings of Town departments and services are evaluated using
questions that allow comparisons to past surveys, and 3) a number of issues and topics of community
importance identified to be of interest to decision makers and the community at large, with specific
input from Town Council on survey questions and wording. Taken together, responses to the Town of
Vail Community Survey provide a means of benchmarking the delivery of services over time.
A Profile of Respondents
Changes in survey results from 2016 reflect shifts in respondent opinions, and are not attributable to
demographic differences, given that the 2018 demographic profile of respondents is highly similar to
2016. The survey contained a number of demographic questions that provide a snapshot of the
community and are used to probe and analyze input from respondents. Looking at the combined
sample (Invitation and Open Link Surveys), the profile is relatively unchanged from 2016 — including the
mix of year-round versus part-time residents, share of response by neighborhood of residence in Vail,
whether respondents own or rent their residence, household composition, and where the respondent is
employed.
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Ratings of Facilities and Services by Department
As with past surveys, Town departments were rated across a number of different measures (questions)
using a 5 -point scale with 1 meaning "not at all satisfied" and 5 meaning "very satisfied."
In general, results were very positive with high levels of satisfaction across all departments, and
average ratings improved from 2016, with a few exceptions in which ratings remained unchanged. The
survey fill -out, attached as an Appendix to this report, highlights department ratings in a format that
compares 2018 ratings to 2016 results.
The Town of Vail local government received lower average satisfaction ratings than most of the other
Town departments, although ratings have improved across-the-board for each attribute. "Being
collaborative in the decision-making process" was again the lowest -rated attribute, but the most
improved since 2016. A review of the open-ended comments concerning the Town of Vail ratings
indicates that there were concerns emanating from some of the difficult issues faced in past months
(e.g., rent by owner regulations, parking, personal issues with the Town, etc.) but the comments also
provide practical and actionable ideas for greater collaboration. Consensus building is a challenge, but
also a major opportunity for the Town, and the improvement in the rating of "being collaborative"
suggests that emphasis on this problem is paying off. The Town has continued its efforts to grow the
Town of Vail email list and the 2018 survey resulted in additional opt -ins to that list, highlighting that
community outreach can grow community engagement.
There was high satisfaction and improvement over time for the "lowest -rated" attributes. For most
departments, these lowest -rated attributes were given an average rating of at least 4.0. Furthermore,
the lowest -rated attribute was also the most improved since 2016 for Town of Vail local government,
police services, and bus service. And while average ratings are analyzed above, it is important to note
that the percentage of respondents providing a rating of '5' ("very satisfied") increased for each
attribute as compared to 2016, with the exception of one item: ease of parking in summer (54 percent
"very satisfied" in 2018 vs. 60 percent in 2016).
While "average" ratings are one way to evaluate the survey results, the percentages in the 1 to 5
categories are often more informative. Discussions of survey results at the staff level have focused on
the 4 and 5 ratings as a target for departments. Continuous improvement is achieved by increasing the
satisfaction levels of all categories of stakeholders.
Policies and Priorities
Slightly more respondents think Vail is on the "wrong track" than in 2016. Respondents began the
survey by indicating their opinions regarding the general state of Vail. This question, tracked for over a
decade, asked, "Would you say that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right direction, or have
they gotten off on the wrong track?" This year, 61 percent of invitation respondents said the TOV is
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going in the "right direction" (down from 63 percent in 2016) and 24 percent indicated Vail is on the
"wrong track" (compared to 20 percent in 2016). While the increase in "wrong track" ratings seems
small (approximately 2 percent), it is statistically significant. The decrease in those that report Vail is
going in the right direction and increase in those indicating the Town is on the wrong track held up
regardless of residence type, home ownership status, or whether the respondent owns or operates a
business in Vail, and stands in contrast to the increasingly positive ratings received for the Town
departments.
Exploring these results further indicated that rent by owner concerns and frustrations, parking, and
housing were especially likely to be mentioned by respondents saying "wrong track." Specifically with
regard to parking, respondents commented on parking being too expensive, concern about losing free
summer parking, and lack of places to park. Comments on housing touched upon increase of short-term
rentals at the expense of long-term rental options, lack of employee housing options, and the cost of
housing.
Meanwhile, the roughly three in five respondents who said Vail is going in the right direction
commented on their satisfaction with town services, feeling that the town is working hard to address
important issues (e.g., housing, transportation, environment), quality of events, efforts to improve the
appearance of town buildings and infrastructure, and transportation improvements, among other
reasons.
Housing opportunities and environmental sustainability efforts were selected as the highest priorities
for Town Council to consider in the coming months. When asked to evaluate 11 priority areas on a
five -point scale (where 1 means "not a priority" and 5 means "high priority"), each category received an
average rating of at least 3.0 and at least 50 percent of responses earning a rating of 4 or 5. In other
words, all of the priority areas evaluated are of general importance or priority to the community.
"Housing for middle income and service worker households" is a notable result in these ratings. The
average score for this category was a 3.9, relatively in the middle of the ratings of priority. These results
were lowered by the relatively large number of respondents rating it a 1 or 2, an expression that housing
was not a high priority for them. However, when asked to select their top two priorities from the list,
the most frequently chosen actions were housing for middle income and service worker households in
vital support roles (selected as first or second rank priority by 40 percent of invitation respondents) and
environmental sustainability efforts (35 percent). These two areas are relatively widely identified as
community priorities.
In another prioritization exercise, respondents were asked to prioritize six improvements for the Vail
community relative to one another by allocating $100 across the various categories to best reflect their
priorities. Again, environmental sustainability efforts (which received an average allocation of $26) and
expanded housing opportunities for a wide range of household incomes and resort community
occupations ($24) rose to the top of the list.
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There was strong support for identifying and financially supporting opportunities for regional
partnerships to construct new deed -restricted housing outside of town boundaries. Techniques to
expand deed -restricted (work force) housing opportunities were examined in detail this year.
Respondents are highly supportive of various techniques to address the housing problems present in
Vail. Worth noting is that the option to identify and financially support opportunities for regional
partnerships to construct new deed -restricted housing outside town boundaries received strong support
from all sub -groups, including year-round and part-time residents, those who live in and outside of town
boundaries, and owners and renters.
Respondents are highly aware of rent -by -owner (RBO) regulations, with some more impacted than
others. Short-term rentals have been a topic of interest and public debate and the survey contained
questions to better understand the short-term rental landscape in Vail, as well as probe respondent
opinions around this issue. Evaluation of short-term rental policy questions in Vail produced the
following observations:
• Overall, respondents are very familiar with short-term rental regulations in Vail. Nearly nine in
ten respondents were aware that the town recently adopted new short-term (less than 30 days)
rental regulations (87 percent).
• Fifteen percent of respondents have rented out their residence on a short-term basis in the past
year (much higher for part-time residents at 27 percent than year-round residents at 3 percent).
• About one in three respondents have been affected by short-term rentals in their immediate
area (34 percent).
• Respondents who indicated that Vail is on the wrong track were more likely to be affected by
short term rentals than those who think Vail is going in the right direction (37 percent vs. 30
percent). Year-round residents are also more impacted than part-time residents (38 percent vs.
24 percent).
• About three-quarters of respondents think that the loss of long-term rental housing is
problematic, including those that think it's a critical problem (19 percent), one of the more
serious problems (30 percent), or a moderate problem (28 percent). Meanwhile, 12 percent
think it's one of the region's lesser problems and 11 percent don't think it's a problem at all.
Respondents are highly supportive of a number of environmental measures—particularly recycling
and waste reduction and wildfire mitigation approaches. A majority of residents show strong support
for environmental efforts by the Town. A number of survey questions explored various aspects of
environmental policy, as well as Vail's efforts to be a sustainable destination:
• Regarding environmental sustainability program focus areas, respondents place the most
importance on recycling and waste reduction (83 percent of invitation respondents).
Meanwhile, climate change action and advocacy received considerably less support (58
percent).
• Effective wildfire mitigation approaches were also explored, as was done in 2016. Each
approach received more support in 2018 than in 2016. This was particularly the case for
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designing standards that facilitate the creation of defensible space (87percent —up from 82
percent in 2016).
Strong support for continued action to address Gore Creek. Now that the Gore Creek Strategic Plan is
in its second year of implementation, respondents had the opportunity to indicate their support for
strategic recommendations from the plan. Respondents indicated overwhelming support for each of
three regulations probed, with watershed protection ordinance that restricts pesticide use receiving the
highest level of support (93 percent of invitation respondents provided a rating of 3 or 4).
There is room for improvement in household emergency preparedness and respondents are receptive
to more information on this topic. New to the survey this year, respondents were asked how prepared
they/their household would be in the event of a catastrophic emergency event. One in ten respondents
are extremely prepared (10 percent), over half are somewhat prepared (55 percent), about a quarter
are slightly prepared (27 percent), and the remaining one in ten are not at all prepared (9 percent).
Respondents commented on the desire for more public information around what households could do
to prepare for future emergencies.
The survey indicates overwhelming support for a Master Plan Initiative. Also new to the survey this
year, respondents were asked the priority they placed on undertaking a community visioning plan to
better determine Vail's future, to which responses were very positive. Eighty-three percent of
respondents provided a rating of 4 or 5 on a 5 -point scale where 1 means "not a priority" and 5 means
"high priority." Just 4 percent of respondents provided a rating of 1 or 2. Part-time residents were
particularly supportive (88 percent, vs. 79 percent of year-round residents).
Beyond parking fees, respondents offered suggestions around parking, including enhanced
communication and stricter parking enforcement. Respondents were asked "Other than adjusting
parking fees, what could the Town of Vail do to improve your satisfaction with parking in the town?"
The most frequent comment received was that there need to be more parking spaces. Other comments
centered on desire to keep free summer overnight parking (especially for those who are drinking in
town), enhanced communication so people know when spaces are full or become available in the
parking structures, improving the appearance and cleanliness of parking structures, disallowance of
parking on Frontage Roads, ticketing cars that take up two spaces, additional satellite parking lots
serviced by shuttle, and safety features to protect pedestrians on busy days (e.g., speed bumps, keeping
sidewalks cleared, street lighting). Many respondents also used this space to comment on their
dissatisfaction with parking fees.
In additional questions designed to assess respondent preferences around parking and transportation
approaches, results show that nearly half of invitation respondents think parking rates should be based
on demand (47 percent), up from 40 percent in 2016. This represents a statistically significant shift in
opinion concerning this area of policy. These approaches are further confirmed by the results from
Survey Question 28.1 where "Defining comprehensive parking management policies to address parking
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for residents and visitors at peak times" was the third highest priority identified from the list of 11
categories.
Support for a bike share program, relatively less support for car sharing. Over half of respondents
would be in favor of creating a bike share program in the Vail area (54 percent), and of those
respondents there is similar interest in using both conventional (59 percent would use) and electric (55
percent) bikes. There is less support for a car share program, with 35 percent in favor, and 30 percent of
those respondents indicating they would actually use the program.
Attitude toward events generally positive and unchanged from 2016. Vail has emphasized events as a
component of economic development as well as to respond to community desires for entertainment
and activities. A strong majority of respondents say events create a positive experience in Vail. On the
question, "In general, how would you describe the experience that events create for you and your
guests?" about 81 percent of respondents rate the experience positively, as a 4 or 5 on a five -point
scale, identical to 2016. Additionally, most respondents indicate that the Town holds "about the right
number" of events (79 percent). Thirteen percent indicate there are too many events while eight
percent think there are too few. Responses are highly similar to 2016.
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DISCUSSION OF SURVEY FINDINGS
The discussion that follows provides more in-depth results from the 2018 Community Survey.
Ratings of Facilities and Services by Department
As with past surveys, Town departments were rated across a number of different measures (questions)
using a 5 -point scale with 1 meaning "not at all satisfied" and 5 meaning "very satisfied". In general,
results were very positive with high levels of satisfaction across all departments, and average ratings
improved from 2016 across-the-board, with a few exceptions in which ratings remained unchanged.
The highest-rated, lowest -rated, and most improved attributes are noted for each department below:
• Town of Vail local government. Highest-rated: approachability of staff and Town Council
members (4.2); lowest -rated but most improved: being collaborative in decision-making process
(3.6, vs. 3.2 in 2016).
• Public Works. Highest-rated: cleanliness of pedestrian villages (4.7); lowest -rated: road and
street maintenance by the Town of Vail (4.4); most improved: friendliness and courteous
attitude of Public Works employees (4.6), cleanliness of public restrooms (4.5), and road and
street maintenance (4.4) each increased by 0.3 pt since 2016.
• Fire Services. Highest-rated: courtesy and helpfulness of fire department staff (4.7); lowest -
rated: timely plan -check and fire system inspections (4.3); most improved: fire safety, awareness
and education programs (4.4, vs. 4.1 in 2016).
• Police Services. Highest-rated: overall feeling of safety and security (4.6); lowest -rated but most
improved: visibility of police foot/vehicle patrol and appropriate presence of police on
foot/vehicle patrol (each 4.3, vs. 4.0 in 2016).
• Community Development Departments. Highest-rated: knowledge/ability to answer questions
(4.1); lowest -rated: building permit review and inspections (4.1); most improved:
knowledge/ability to answer questions (4.4), courtesy and attitude/helpfulness (4.1), and
building permit review and inspections (3.8) each increased by 0.3 pt since 2016.
• Parking. Highest-rated: Booth attendant courtesy (4.4); lowest -rated: overall parking
fees/pricing structure (3.0); most improved: overflow Frontage Road parking convenience/ease
of access (3.4) and safety (3.3) each increased by 0.5 pt since 2016.
• Bus Service. Highest-rated: dependability of bus service (4.7); lowest -rated but most improved:
level of crowding on buses (4.0, vs. 3.4 in 2016).
• Events. Respondents rated their satisfaction with two attributes of events: the overall quality of
events (4.2, vs. 4.1 in 2016) and overall quality of cultural, community, recreational, performing
arts, and business conference venue options in Vail (4.2, vs. 4.0 in 2016).
• Library Services. Overall satisfaction with the Vail Public Library was 4.7 this year (up from 4.5
in 2016).
1 Unlike the other departments, which were rated by all respondents, the Community Development Department
was rated only by those who used their services in the past year (21 percent—up from 15 percent in 2016).
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Worth noting is that for most departments even the "lowest -rated" attributes were given an average
rating of at least 4.0, indicating that respondents are highly satisfied with Town services. Furthermore,
the lowest -rated attribute was also the most improved since 2016 for Town of Vail local government,
police services, and bus service. And while average ratings are analyzed above, it is important to note
that the percentage of respondents providing a rating of '5' ("very satisfied") increased for each
attribute as compared to 2016, with the exception of one item: ease of parking in summer (54 percent
"very satisfied" in 2018 vs. 60 percent in 2016).
Ratings were also analyzed by residence type, whether the respondent owns or operates a business in
the Town of Vail, whether the respondent owns or rents their residence, and whether the respondent
believes things in Vail are going in the right direction or off on the wrong track. Even when assessed by
these sub -groups, average ratings stayed the same or increased from 2016 average for most all
attributes. However, there were a few noteworthy exceptions2:
• Average ratings declined from 2016 for ease of parking in summer most notably among renters
(4.2, vs. 4.5), those who are employed in Vail but live elsewhere (4.1, vs. 4.5), and those who get
mail in the town but don't live or work there (3.9, vs. 4.2).
• Non-resident business/commercial property owners were less satisfied with the cleanliness of
pedestrian villages (4.4 vs. 4.6), the frequency of the in -town shuttle (4.3 vs. 4.5), dependability
of bus service (4.4 vs. 4.6), and the atmosphere/sense of safety on buses (4.5 vs. 4.8) than in
2016.
• Part-time residents were slightly less satisfied with the Community Development Department's
timeliness of response to phone calls, inspections, questions/inquiries, and plan review (4.1 vs.
4.2) and with the overall quality of events in Vail (4.2 vs. 4.3) than in 2016.
For most of the Vail Town departments, open-ended comments were collected along with ratings. The
results from these ratings have been presented to the departments and provide additional information
on the perceptions of the delivery of services. Both positive and negative comments were received,
along with practical suggestions. Taken together, the comments provide one of the important products
from the Community Survey program and offer a means of "listening" to residents and workers in ways
not fully represented at meetings or through other existing channels.
A tabulation of example comments by departments are presented as an Appendix to this report. While
these lists of verbatim comments, and the associated "word clouds" are only a small sampling of the
total comments obtained, they illustrate the breadth of comments, often containing specific or
actionable suggestions. These summaries have been reviewed by town staff and they are available to
help further guide initiatives in the coming months.
Events and parking are discussed in greater detail in the Policies and Priorities section of this summary,
as they are both recurring themes in terms of community priorities, financial prioritization, and written
comments. The data provide information that can be used to explore policy options and ground
decisions, should additional considerations around events and parking occur.
2 Only sub -groups with sample sizes of at least 25 for each year are analyzed, as there is more volatility in year -
over -year results with smaller sample sizes.
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Policies and Priorities
Right Direction or Wrong Track. Respondents began the survey by indicating their opinions regarding
the general state of Vail. This question that has been tracked for over a decade asked, "Would you say
that things in the Town of Vail are going in the right direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong
track?" This year, 61 percent of invitation respondents said the TOV is going in the "right direction"
(down from 63 percent in 2016) and 24 percent indicated Vail is on the "wrong track" (compared to 20
percent in 2016). This decrease in those that report Vail is going in the right direction and increase in
those indicating the Town is on the wrong track held up regardless of residence type, home ownership
status, or whether the respondent owns or operates a business in Vail, and stands in contrast to the
increasingly positive ratings received for the Town departments.
Town of Vail Community Survey First, a few questions about you and the general state of Vail___
2016 vs. 2016 - Invitation Samples Only
4) Would you say that things
in the town of flail are going
in the right direction, or have
they gotten off on the wrong
track?
Rig ht direction
Wrong track
Dont know
2018
61%
2016
17%
63%
Source: RRC Ass oc i ate s 2018
A follow-up open-ended question asked respondents to elaborate on their responses, and this
qualitative input provides insight into respondent opinions.
• Among respondents who indicated that Vail is on the wrong track, the words parking and
housing were mentioned with the greatest frequency. Specifically with regard to parking,
respondents commented on parking being too expensive, concern about losing free summer
parking, and lack of places to park. Comments on housing touched upon increase of short-term
rentals at the expense of long-term rental options, lack of employee housing options, and the
cost of housing. Other recurring themes included comments on too much
development/building/expansion, generally high cost of living, too many rules and regulations
(e.g., permits, restrictions, etc.), a perceived focus on catering to visitors over residents, general
feeling that the Town supports and attracts the wealthy at the expense of families or working
class, overcrowding, and challenging business climate due to high commercial property rent and
difficulty in retaining good employees because of high housing prices.
• The roughly three in five respondents who said Vail is going in the right direction remarked on a
variety of reasons why. Some of the more recurrent themes included satisfaction with town
services, feeling that the town is working hard to address important issues (e.g., housing,
transportation, environment), quality of events, efforts to improve the appearance of town
buildings and infrastructure, transportation improvements, safety/security, the cleanliness and
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beauty of the Town, forward -thinking leadership, good communication between local
government and residents, and perceived fiscal responsibility.
Overall Priorities Based on a List of 11 Factors. The survey contained a number of questions related to
topics of policy or overall direction. These were explored in detail by examining both the quantitative
(statistical) results, as well as the large number of open-ended comments that were received.
Respondents were asked to evaluate 11 topics that are of interest to elected officials and staff, using a
rating scale of 1 to 5 with 1 being "not a priority," 3 "neutral," and 5 a "high priority." All of the topics or
categories that were evaluated received ratings above 3 on the five -point scale and all received at least
50 percent of responses earning a rating of 4 or 5. In other words, all of the priority areas evaluated are
of general importance or priority to the community. "Housing for middle income and service worker
households" is a notable result in these ratings. The average score for this category was a 3.9, relatively
in the middle of the ratings of priority. These results were lowered by the relatively large number of
respondents rating it a 1 or 2, an expression that housing was not a high priority for them. However,
when asked to select their top two priorities from the list, the most frequently chosen actions were
housing for middle income and service worker households in vital support roles (selected as first or
second rank priority by 40 percent of invitation respondents) and environmental sustainability efforts
(35 percent). These two areas are relatively widely identified as community priorities.
Town of Vail Community Survey Community Issues and Opportunities
2018 Invitation Sample Only
28.1) What two areas are your highest priorities?
Housing for middle income and service worker households in vital
support roles
2018
Environmental sustainability 2018
Defining comprehensive parking management policies to address
2018
parking for residents and visitors at peak times
15%
2896
35%
Actions to protect and enhance Gore Creek 2018 12% - 2496
Public safety (police and fire services) 2018 18%
Transportation needs (town of Vail) 2018 1396
Guest relations and customer service 2018 1296
▪ First Rank
▪ Second Rank
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoing financial 2018
support for deed -restricted housing
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoing support for
events and programs
1196
2018 5. 8%
Climate action and leadership on matters of policy 2018
7%
Transportation needs (ECO Transit) 2018 X445
Source_ RRC Associates 2018
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Financial Prioritization. Respondents were asked to prioritize six improvements for the Vail community
relative to one another by allocating $100 across the various categories to best reflect their priorities.
Again, environmental sustainability and housing rose to the top of the list. Invitation respondents
allocated the most, on average, to environmental sustainability efforts ($26) and expanded housing
opportunities for a wide range of household incomes and a variety of resort community occupations
($24). Average allocation toward expanded housing opportunities varied among sub -groups. Renters
allocated the most toward this priority ($43) while part-time residents allocated the least ($18).
Transportation improvements to address through bus service in Vail ($14), planning and development of
a Civic Center ($11), creation of an indoor events and programs space to support a variety of cultural
and community activities ($11), and transportation improvements to address Eagle County needs ($10)
received similar levels of financial support among invitation respondents.
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Financial Prioritizing
2018 Invitation Sample Only
30) With $5 increments being the smallest amount you might use, if you had $100 to spend on major efforts, how would
you allocate that $100 across the following categories? Or, if you would not allocate funds to any of these categories,
please indicate by checking the box provided below.
Environmental sustainability efforts (including waste and recycling, wildlife
habitat, climate change, Gore Creek restoration and energy efficiency)
Expanded housing opportunities for a wide range of household incomes and a
variety of resort community occupations
2018
Average
Transportation improvements to address needs through bus service - in Vail $14
$26
$24
Planning and development of a Civic Center (enhanced community spaces
including the Dobson Arena/Library/Lionshead Parking Structure, Town Hall)
$11
Creation of an indoor events and programs space to support a variety of cultural
and community activities
$11
Transportation improvements to address Eagle County needs
$10
Other suggestions - $6
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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In addition to average allocation amounts, it's also instructive to evaluate the percentage of
respondents who preferred allocating $0 to each category of improvement. Environmental
sustainability efforts had the lowest share of $0 allocations (17 percent), indicating that most
respondents think some level of funding should go toward this priority. In contrast, creation of an
indoor events and program space had the highest share of $0 allocations (40 percent), highlighting that
this improvement is important to a smaller segment of the community.
Tc•,^vi o` Vail Community Survey Financial Prioritizing
2018 117 vi td tion sample Only
30) With $5 increments being the smallest amount you might use, if you had $100 to spend on major efforts, how would
you allocate that $100 across the following categories? Or, if you would not allocate funds to any of these categories,
please indicate by checking the box provided below. -Foment Responding 50
Creation of an indoor events and programs space to support a variety of cultural
and community activities
2013
Transportation improvements to address Eagle County needs
Planning and development of a Civic Center (enhanced community spaces
including the Dobson Arena f Librarylt ionshead Parking Structure, Town Hall)
Transportation improvements to address needs through bus service - in Vail
2846
Expanded housing opportunities for a wide range of household incomes and a
variety of resort community occupations
Environmental sustainability efforts (including waste and recycling, wildlife
habitat, climate change, Gore Creek restoration and energy efficiency)
22%
40%
38%
38%
17%h
096 10% 20% 30% 40%
Percent Responding $0
Source: RRC A s s oei ates 2018
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Housing. Affordable and adequate housing for employees in the Town of Vail was one of the top issues
that again came up repeatedly throughout the survey results. Respondents identified housing as a top
priority within the community issues and also allocated the second most funding toward it in a
monetary exercise designed to determine top financial priorities (discussed above). Housing emerged
prominently from the open-ended comments as well; many respondents are concerned about the issue
and feel it needs to be addressed by the Town above all else.
Techniques to expand deed -restricted (work force) housing opportunities were examined this year.
Respondents are highly supportive of various techniques to address the housing problems present in
Vail. Note that in the graph below, and on graphs of several other questions that involve policy
questions that could guide code/regulatory change, a four point scale is used to "force" respondents to
not be neutral. As shown, on a scale from 1 to 4 where 1 is "not at all supportive" and 4 is "very
supportive," respondents rated four proposed techniques to expand workforce housing. Identifying and
financially supporting opportunities for regional partnerships to construct new deed -restricted housing
outside town boundaries (76 percent gave ratings of 3 or 4), allowing developers to meet their deed -
restricted housing requirement outside town boundaries (70 percent), allowing increases in residential
density in appropriate locations or circumstances (61 percent), and applying deed -restricted housing
requirements to all new or expanded residential development (59 percent) all received larger shares of
supportive respondents than unsupportive respondents.
Worth noting is that the option to identify and financially support opportunities for regional
partnerships to construct new deed -restricted housing outside town boundaries received strong support
from all sub -groups, including year-round and part-time residents, those who live in and outside of town
boundaries, and owners and renters.
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Deed -Restricted (Work Force) Housing Opportunities
2018 Invitation Sample Only.
31) There has been discussion about various techniques to expand deed -restricted opportunities in the area. Please indicate your opinion
using the scale of 1 to 4 below.
Rating Category Year Avg
Identify and financially support opportunities for
regional partnerships to construct new 2018 3.1
deed -restricted housing outside town boundaries
Allow developers to meet their deed -restricted
2018 2.9
housing requirement outside town boundaries
Allow increases in residential density in 2018 2.7
appropriate locations or circumstances
30%
L%
Apply deed -restricted housing requirements to all
new or expanded residential development 2018 2.7
26%
24%
1- Not at all Supportive • 2 3 4 -Very Supportive
Source: RRC Associates 20:8
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Short -Term Rentals. Short-term rentals has been a topic of interest and the survey contained questions
to better understand the short-term rental landscape in Vail, as well as probe respondent opinions
around this issue. Evaluation of the short-term rental landscape in Vail produced the following
observations:
• Overall, respondents are very familiar with short-term rental regulations in Vail. Nearly nine in
ten respondents were aware that the town recently adopted new short-term rental regulations
of less than 30 days (87 percent).
• Fifteen percent of respondent have rented out their residence on a short-term basis in the past
year (much higher for part-time residents at 27 percent than year-round residents at 3 percent).
• Part-time residents who rented out their homes were much more likely to use a management
company (61 percent) than doing it themselves through sites like VRBO or Airbnb (31 percent).
When it comes to the impact of short-term rentals, the survey highlighted the following:
• About one in three respondents have been affected by short-term rentals in their immediate
area (34 percent).
• Respondents who indicated that Vail is on the wrong track were more likely to be affected than
those who think Vail is going in the right direction (37 percent vs. 30 percent). Year-round
residents are also more impacted than part-time residents (38 percent vs. 24 percent).
• About three-quarters of respondents think that the loss of long-term rental housing is
problematic, including those that think it's a critical problem (19 percent), one of the more
serious problems (30 percent), or a moderate problem (28 percent). Meanwhile, 12 percent
think it's one of the region's lesser problems and 11 percent don't think it's a problem at all.
• Renters are more likely to consider the problem critical than homeowners (39 percent vs. 16
percent), business owners more so than non -business owners (26 percent vs. 16 percent), year-
round residents more so than part-time residents (27 percent vs. 4 percent), those that live
outside of town than within town boundaries (32 percent vs. 17 percent), and those that think
Vail is on the wrong track than those that think the town is going in the right direction (26
percent vs. 18 percent).
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Town of Vail CommunitySurvey ! Ownership and Property Rental Information
2018 int-+'taticr San?p!e
44) Are you aware that the Town has recently
adopted new short-term rental regulations (i e,
forhom%ondominium rentals of less than 30
consecutive days)?
45) Over the past year have you rented out
your residence short-term?
46) Oidfdo you rent it through:
49) Have you been affected by short-term
rentals irr your immediate area?
2018
Yes
No 11%
Uncertain 2%
Yes 15%
No
other ■ 3%
A management company
Both a management company and rent 295
it myself
Myself/online social sources as as
VRBO, Airbnb, etc.
50) Inyour opinion„ to what extent is theloss
of long-term rental housing a problem in Vail at
this time?
35%
Yes 34%
No
Uncertain 9%
Acritical problem in the region 19%
One of the more serious problems 30%
A moderate problem 28%
Nota problem 11%
One of the region's lesser problems 12%
60%
87%
85%
57%
Source: RRC As s oc i ate s 2018
Environmental Policies and Priorities. The survey contained four quantitative questions and two
qualitative questions that explored various aspects of environmental policy, as well as Vail's efforts to be
a sustainable destination. These questions were asked across two different survey versions, in order to
probe this topic fully and obtain sufficient sample size for analysis, but in consideration of the overall
length of the survey. Note that "Environmental Sustainability" was identified as a top priority by about
one in three survey respondents (see discussion above), and was also the item that received the highest
average amount in the financial allocation exercise, highlighting the importance and broad support for
this issue.
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Regarding environmental sustainability program focus areas, the general conclusion is that respondents
place high importance on recycling and waste reduction (83 percent of invitation respondents provided
a rating of 4 or 5 on a 5 -point scale where 1 means "not at all important" and 5 means "very
important"), as well as wildlife habitat areas (81 percent). Renewable energy projects in town also
received a high share of "important" ratings (73 percent). Meanwhile, climate change action and
advocacy received considerably less support, but still had more respondents indicating it was important
(58 percent) than unimportant (26 percent). Year-round residents were more likely to indicate that
climate change action and advocacy are important (67 percent) than part-time residents (48 percent).
Effective wildfire mitigation approaches were also explored, as was done in 2016. Each approach
received more support in 2018 than in 2016. This was particularly the case for designing standards that
facilitate the creation of defensible space (87 percent of invitation respondents provided a rating of 4 or
5 on a 5 -point scale where 1 means "not at all supportive" and 5 means "very supportive" and gave an
average rating of 3.4—up from 82 percent support and 3.2 average rating in 2016). Creation of
defensible space on individual properties (84 percent, 3.3) and evaluation of the defensible space
around each home by trained personnel (82 percent, 3.3) were also highly supported.
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 The Environment
2018 vs 2016 -Invitation Samples Only
34) Please rank the importance of the following environmental sustainability program focus areas for the Town of Vail.
Rating Category Year Avg
Recycling and waste reduction 2018 4.3
Wildlife habitat areas (for food, shelter,
movement)
2018 4.3
Renewable energy projects in town (solar
PV on buildings)
2018 4.0
Climate change action and advocacy 2018 3.5
• 1 -Not at all important • 2
• 3 • 4
• 5 -Very important
37) Wildfire poses a risk to our homes, environment, economy, recreation and safety. Effective wildfire mitigation requires a multi -faceted
approach. Please indicate your opinion using the scale of 1 to 4 below.
Rating Category Year Avg
Design standards that facilitate the
creation of defensible space (such as using
deciduous trees rather than conifers)
2018 3.4
2016 3.2
Creation of defensible space on individual
properties (where vegetation is reduced or
modified to create a buffer around the
home)
2018 3.3
2016 3.2
Evaluation of the defensible space around
each home by trained personnel
2018 3.3
2016 3.2
•1- Not atall Supportive •2 •3 •4 -Very supportive
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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In a consideration of Gore Creek water quality, respondents identified barriers that prevent them from
using environmentally -friendly landscaping practices on their property. The top barrier was that the
HOA handles landscaping/ HOA rules (47 percent of invitation respondents agreed this was a barrier by
providing a rating of 4 or 5 on a 5 -point scale where 1 means "strongly disagree" and 5 means "strongly
agree"). Other items had greater shares of respondents indicating disagreement than agreement,
highlighting that while these are barriers to some respondents, this is not overwhelmingly the case. In
descending order of agreement were lack of knowledge of eco -friendly practices (38 percent), lack of
effective alternatives to pesticides/herbicides (36 percent), preference for green turf lawn (28 percent),
costs are prohibitive (27 percent), lack of eco -friendly landscapers (25 percent), and lack of visual appeal
of native plants (13 percent).
Town of Vail Community Survey The Environment
2018 Invitation Sample Only
35) Piease identify the barriers that exist toward your personal use of environmentally friendly landscaping practices on your property. Rate
the following on a scale of 1 to 5 where 1 is strongly disagree' and 5 is strongly agree' that these are barriers.
Rating Category Year Avg
HDA handles IandscapingJHOA rules 2018 3.3
Lack of knowledge of eco -friendly practices 2018 3.0
Lack of effective alternatives to pesticides/herbicides 2018 2.8
I prefer a green turf lawn, space to play, socialize, etc. 2018 2.7
Costs are prohibitive 2018 2.7
Lack of eco -friendly landscapers 2018 2.7
Native plants and vegetation are not visually appealing 2018 2.0
they attract nuisance animals, and/or obscure views
• 1 -Not at all important • 2
• 3
13% 23%
22%
21% 25% 17%
19% % 139.
21%
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5- Very important
Source_ RRC Associates 2018
Now that the Gore Creek Strategic Plan is in its second year of implementation, respondents had the
opportunity to indicate their support for strategic recommendations from the plan. Respondents
indicated overwhelming support for each of three regulations probed, using a 4 -point scale where 1
means "not at all supportive" and 4 means "very supportive." A watershed protection ordinance that
restricts pesticide use received the highest level of support (93 percent of invitation respondents
provided a rating of 3 or 4), closely followed by increasing stream setback rules which would prohibit
built improvements such as decks or patios within a prescribed distance from the creek (86 percent),
and a no -mowing zone next to waterways (85 percent).
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TY.,P: o- Val `omnl_lnity S.a
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35) Now in its secondyear of implementation, the Gore Creek Strategic Plan identified improved regulations as strategic actions to improve
water quality. Using the scale below, indicate your opinion.
Rating Category Year Avg
A watershed protection ordinance that would 2018 3.5
restrict pesticide use
An increase to stream setback rules which would
prohibit built improvements such as decks, patios, 2018 34
etc . within a prescribed distance from the creek
A'no-mowing` zone (to restrict lawn mowing next
to waterways)
2018 3.3WINO
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Source: RRC Associates 2018
Master Plan Initiative. New to the survey this year, respondents were asked the priority they placed on
undertaking a community visioning plan to better determine Vail's future, to which responses were
overwhelmingly positive. Eighty-three percent of respondents provided a rating of 4 or 5 on a 5 -point
scale where 1 means "not a priority" and 5 means "high priority." Just 4 percent of respondents
provided a rating of 1 or 2. Part-time residents were particularly supportive (88 percent, vs. 79 percent
of year-round residents).
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Community Issues and Opportunities
2018 invitation Sample Only
29) What is your priority
on undertaking a
community visioning plan
to better determine Vail's
future?
1- Not a Priority 3%
2 1%
3- Neutral
4
5- High Priority
13%
2018
40%
43%
Source: RRC Associates 2018
Respondents were asked to put forth ideas for encouraging community involvement if this effort moves
forward. Comments frequently mentioned the importance of engaging all community residents (e.g.,
year-round and seasonal residents, residents from all socio-economic brackets), and particularly
younger ones, as well as being cautious of vocal minorities. Several respondents suggested creating
citizen advisory groups and having local government officials reach out to residents personally.
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Parking. Respondents were asked "Other than adjusting parking fees, what could the Town of Vail do to
improve your satisfaction with parking in the town?" The most frequent comment received was that
there needs to be more parking spaces. Other comments centered on desire to keep overnight parking
(especially for those who are drinking in town), enhanced communication so people know when spaces
are full or become available in the parking structures, improving the appearance and cleanliness of
parking structures, disallow parking on Frontage Roads, ticketing cars that take up two spaces,
additional satellite parking lots serviced by shuttle, and safety features to protect pedestrians on busy
days (e.g., speed bumps, keeping sidewalks cleared, street lighting). Many respondents also used this
space to comment on their dissatisfaction with parking fees.
A number of "yes/no" questions were asked to additionally assess respondent preferences around
parking and transportation approaches:
• Forty-seven percent of invitation respondents think parking rates should be based on demand,
up from 40 percent in 2016.
• Over half of respondents would be in favor of creating a bike share program in the Vail area (54
percent), and of those respondents there is similar interest in using both conventional (59
percent would use) and electric (55 percent) bikes.
• There is less support for a car share program, with 35 percent in favor, and 30 percent of those
respondents indicating they would actually use the program.
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Parking and Transportation
2018 Invitation Sample Only
39)Should Town parkingrates be based on demand'
Yes
No
Uncertain
2018
20%
33%
47%
40) Would you be in favor of creating a bike share program in Yes
the Vail area (f e, conventional and electric [power assisted] N o
bikes available for rent in selected locations on local streets)?
Uncertain
40.1) Wouldyou use the bike share program for renting
conventional hikes?
40.2) Wouldyou use the bike share program for renting
electric bikes?
Yes
No
Uncertain
Yes
No
Uncertain
29%
1746
54%
29%
1346
19%
26%
41) Would you be in favor of creating a car share program in Yes
the Vall area (f e, cars available for rent on a short-term basis No
fn selected areas of town) for guests and locals?
Uncertain
41.1) Would you use the car share program?
35%
Yes
No
Uncertain
25%
30%
40%
24%
59%
55%
45%
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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Events. Vail has emphasized events as a component of economic development as well as to respond to
community desires for entertainment and activities. A strong majority of respondents say events create
a positive experience in Vail. On the question, "In general, how would you describe the experience that
events create for you and your guests?" about 81 percent of respondents rate the experience positively,
as a 4 or 5 on a five -point scale, identical to 2016.
Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Events
2018 vs. 2016- Invitation Samples Only
18) in general, how would
you describe the
experience that events in
Vail create for you and
your guests?
2018 4.2
2016 4.3 I
• 1 -Very negative r 2
13%
31%
3 -Neutral
• S- Very positive
Source: RRC As s oci ate s 2018
Part-time residents view events slightly more favorably (83 percent) than year-round residents (80
percent). Business owners also view events more favorably than non -business owners (87 percent vs.
80 percent), as do renters as compared to owners (87 percent vs. 80 percent), and those who live
outside of Vail versus in -town (85 percent vs. 81 percent). Worth noting is that those who believe Vail is
on the wrong track are much less likely to indicate that events create a positive experience than those
who say Vail is headed in the right direction (65 percent vs. 85 percent).
Most respondents, when asked, indicate that the Town holds "about the right number" of events (79
percent). Thirteen percent indicate there are too many events while eight percent think there are too
few. Responses are highly similar to 2016.
Town of Vail Community Sur:, 1 Events
2018 vs. 2016 - Invitation Samples Only
19) With respect to the
number of events in Vail,
are there:
2018
Too few events 895
A bout the right number
Too many events ■ 13%
2016
79%
1O%
78%
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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New to the survey this year, respondents were asked, "How effectively do you feel our mix of events is
appealing to the right audiences for Vail?" on a 5 -point scale with 1 meaning "not at all effective" and 5
meaning "very effective". About seven in ten respondents rate the mix of events as effective (71
percent provided a rating of 4 or 5), while fewer than one in ten respondents rate the mix as ineffective
(8 percent provided a rating of 1 or 2). Respondents who think Vail is on the right track were much
more likely to rate the event mix positively (77 percent) than those who think it is on the wrong track
(51 percent). Business owners were also more positive than non -business owners (80 percent vs. 67
percent).
Town of Vail Community Survey Events
2018 Invitation Sample only
20) How effectively do
you feel our mix of
events is appeasing to
the right audiences for
Vail?
2018
1- N of at all Effective 3%
2
3
4
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5%
21%
43%
28%
Source: RRC Associate s 2018
Emergency Preparedness. New to the survey this year, respondents were asked how prepared
they/their household would be in the event of a catastrophic emergency event. One in ten respondents
are extremely prepared (10 percent), over half are somewhat prepared (55 percent), about a quarter
are slightly prepared (27 percent), and the remaining one in ten are not at all prepared (9 percent).
Respondents commented on the desire for more public information around what households could do
to prepare for future emergencies.
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TOWN OF VAIL COMMUNITY SURVEY—OPEN-ENDED COMMENTS 2018
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Survey Section
Question
Page
First, a few questions
about you and the
general state of Vail...
Q4) Would you say that things in the town of Vail are going in the
right direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track? In a few
words, why do you feel that way?
1
First, a few questions
about you and the
general state of Vail...
Q5) Using the scale below, how satisfied are you with the Town of
Vail...Do you have any specific comments on your ratings?
2
Town Services
Q6) Do you have any suggestions on how Public Works can improve
its services?
3
Public Safety
Q7) Do you have any suggestions on how the Fire Department can
improve its services?
4
Q8) Do you have any suggestions on how the Police Department
can improve its services?
5
Community
Development
Department
Q11) Do you have any suggestions on how the Community
Development Department can improve its services?
6
Parking and Bus
Service
Q13) Why did you not buy a parking pass or value card?
7
Q14) Other than adjusting parking fees, what could the Town of Vail
do to improve your satisfaction with parking in the town?
8
Q16a) On which routes would you like to see more frequent
service?
9
Q16b) Do you have other suggestions on how bus services can be
improved in Vail?
10
Events
Q19a) Is there a specific type of event or special program you
would like to see added to Vail's town -wide calendar?
11
Q21) Is there anything else you want to say regarding your level of
satisfaction with events?
12
Q23) Do you have any further comments on events or programs in
Vail?
13
Library Services
Q26) What do you like best about Vail Public Library?
14
Q26.1) What would you like to see us add/offer/change?
15
Q27) How can the library improve its services?
16
Community Issues
and Opportunities
Q28) Indicate the level of priority you believe is appropriate. Any
comments on your responses?
17
Q29) Do you have any specific comments on your response and any
ideas for how we can encourage community involvement if this
effort moves forward?
18
Financial Prioritizing
Q30) Allocation of $100. Do you have comments on any of your
responses above?
19
Deed -Restricted
(Work Force)
Housing
Opportunities
Q31) Do you have any suggestions on how work force housing
opportunities can be improved?
20
The Environment
Q32) Do you have any comments or suggestions concerning Vail's
efforts toward being a sustainable destination?
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Q33) What does being a sustainable destination mean to you
personally?
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Household
Preparedness for an
Emergency
Q38) Do you have any comments or unanswered questions related
to Emergency Preparedness in Vail?
23
Parking and
Transportation
041) Do you have any suggestions on ways to encourage
alternative transportation opportunities?
24
Ownership and
Property Rental
Information
Q49) Have you been affected by short-term rentals in your
immediate area? In what ways?
25
Q50) Do you have any further comments on your experience with
the rental housing situation in Vail?
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Final Comments
Q58) Do you have any additional comments or suggestions?
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 First, a few questions about you and the
general state of Vail... - Open Comments
Would you say that things in the town of Vail are going in the right direction, or have
they gotten off on the wrong track? In a few words, why do you feel that way?
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Addressing growth and parking thoughfully
Affordable housing and a good work force will be very important as Vail's aging population(which has most of the money) will
not be working yet still live within Vail.
All good but 2 worries... climate change and traffic on 70
Economically positive but have lost a bit of sense of community among those who live in Vail
Has lost the local feel, and European environment. And the sewer reeks when it is busy, smell it as soon as you walk out of
parking structure.
More and more I feel like the Town of Vail has lost its way regarding the balance between the wealthy residents and visitors,
and the disposable workforce that everyone relies on to actually provide the experiences that make people come here.
Mostly the right direction, but I am against having housing in every available spot in Vail. I think a few of the decisions made,
such as building the huge condo/hotel/employee housing in West Vail (which has yet to happen), is not a good one.
Nothing serious to complain about. The town seems well run.
too many events, day trippers
VR has taken over too many of the fun smaller shops, and now every store is a carbon copy of the one you just left!
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Town of Vail Community Survey I First, a few questions about you and the
general state of Vail... - Open Comments
Do you have any specific comments on your ratings?
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As a member of Vail Rotary, I appreciate the effort that council members are making to attend our meetings and engage our
members in conversation concerning town matters.
Community picnics and gatherings are a great way to casually engage our locals
Giving residents an opportunity to speak, and completely ignoring them is not collaborative.
I feel that there are opportunities made available for the general public to get involved in government and share their opinions -
Not sure the impact it has, but it seems as thought public opinion is heard
I wish there was a way to get the Police News/Reports directly to my e-mail address, instead of looking for them on your
web -site.
If I didn't read the Vail Daily, I would not be aware of much of the information available and any of the public engagement opps.
Most of what I know I learned not from TOV but from Vail homeowners association. LII
Please make meetings and public forums at a more convenient time. 1pm on a Tuesday is not feasible for working people.
The Town of Vail seems to be doing well but I am very concerned about Vail Resorts.
With the challenges the bring on affordable housing, it's important to work with the private sector more than ever.
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Town Services - Open Comments
Do you have any suggestions on how Public Works can improve its services?
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Awesome job, guys. Love all the holiday lights and summer flowers. You serve both the tourists and the locals.
Certain roads do not get plowed that well compared to others in town.
i think we need to post signs reminding visitors to throw their garbage in canisters and not on the streets. Especially the guests
from other countries
I would appreciate better striping on the roads in front of City Market/Safeway. Are they turn lanes or passing lanes? Some
people treat them one way and others the opposite. It is very confusing.
Investigate more efficient snow removal techniques such as using snow -blowers to widen streets rather than the highly
inefficient practice of front end loaders and dump trucks.
Not really their job, but there is so much dog poop in the city parks it's disgusting. Any way to better enforce people to pick up
after their own pets?
Overall they do a very good job. Continued cleanliness of public restrooms is important
Public Works has always done a great job. I see them most every day in one way or another... sweeping in pedestrian villages,
plowing roads, etc.
Streets, especially Frontage Road along Golf Course are getting a bit lumpy.
too much snow removal from piles. snow needs to melt into aquifernot dump
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Public Safety - Open Comments
Do you have any suggestions on how the Fire Department can improve its services?
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Be more of a partner with builders and developers to get things done and permits issued in a friendly, quick and helpful manner.
faster inspections and plan checks
Fire inspection programs appear to not to have taken place. There are many blocked exits and egress path ways through out the
town. They need more staff to achieve compliance.
I love the open house that the fire department provides each year. The staff are always great with the children and families.
The Facebook page also keeps me up to date on fire prevention.
I'm an ex professional firefighter. I like what I see. Guys are paying attention. When I managed real estate in Town the fire
marshal was firm but fair (upgrading to new codes is expensive).
Make the fire station more easily accessible to the public so the public can properly express their gratitude to the fire fighters
for their service to the community.
Since there has been no wildfires I would say good. We will find out how good they plans are when there is a fire.
So far I have always felt the Fire Department is very reliable
The FD needs more than one person who can review plans and conduct inspections. This is a bottleneck in the process.
The Town has not done sufficient tree removal to eliminate the effect of a fire in West Vail coming down Gore Creek and burning
out the Village.
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Do you have any suggestions on how the Police Department can improve its services?
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Be more open about dangers. A girls was found in a dumpster while we were there and not much info has been released about
that. Suspect she did it herself
Better communication about procedures around pass closure would be appreciated, handling of the increased traffic during
these times is sub -optimal to put it mildly.
I have attended the picnic at Stevens park with the police, as well as, a credit card fraud class- I feel both were equally
beneficial to our community and would love to see more of both style events by police. This helps on the approachability of our
police force and their joint efforts to help keep our community safe.
I have literally never seen a police person in Vail Village? I do sometimes see a pickup that says police on the side but no one is in
it - it always parked.
I hope the police department has visited the local schools and provide them with education with regards to active shooter
situations.
More speed control on N Frontage rd near west Vail mall. 25mph rarely observed.
Over the years I have had several interactions with the police department and I have always been impressed. The police have
been very professional, approachable and made you feel comfortable about any question or concern you may have. Thank you
for your amazing service!
Please up the ante in the area of traffic violations: Excessive speeds, lack of respect for signage, lack of patrols in outlying
areas.
Ticketing may be a little over aggressive. I live on a cul de sac street without off street parking and my guest are routinely
ticketed even though there are no no parking signs. (Top of Columbine Dr.
Would like to see stronger enforcement for code violations, especially with airbnd code changes. Have online ability to view
airbnd licenses and property manager contact info
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Community Development Department - Open
Comments
Do you have any suggestions on how the Community Development Department can
improve its services?
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Better explanations regarding the scope of the project when appearing in the newspaper.
Do not use private contractor inspectors, they are very inconsistent in their knowledge and requirements they place on the
public.
Focus on the community, not just development!
have been working with building dept and planning...can't say enough how much help they have been. THANKS
Having recently submitted a request for approval of a minor exterior renovation from Design Review Board, I found the Town of
Vail online portal to be very user UNfriendly. It was complicated to navigate and filled with redundancies. I was able to get my
approval through with relative ease, but that's because I went into the office to find out step-by-step what I had to do. The staff
in the office was very helpful.
I have found Community Development staff to be very friendly, quick to respond and very knowledgeable. My biggest
suggestion to Community Development would be to perform a comprehensive update of the Town's Master Plan. It was last
updated I believe in the 1980's. Since that time, the population in the Town has doubled and is projected to double again in the
next 10 to 15 years. It is critical that Master Plan accurately address how this increase in population and the needed housing s..
I needed a copy of an application/permit receipt for a grant I applied for, and my request was satisfied in about 10 minutes.
Very impressive.
Pretty bureaucratic. For some of the older properties which need maintenance let us perform this without requiring additional
permitting.
The TOV really needs to address the zoning inconsistencies in the west vail north area. There are many condos and townhomes
that are now zoned duplex and that hampers any one from doing any improvements without a lengthy, expensive and time
consuming process. The new deed restricted units look very nice and it would really help to put a new face on west vail north
This department acts as a enforcer not a department that helps and works with you
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Parking and Bus Service - Open Comments
Why did you not buy a parking pass or value card?
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Didn't need one - the bus service is adequate for me.
I am on the East Vail bus route; parking pass is not required.
I can take the bus in or use my family's parking spot.
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I didn't even buy a ski pass. too busy with work and kids traveling for ski races
I don't go into town enough to make it worth it.
I own my vacation home with a partner and all utilities are in his name. I was told I need a utility bill to prove my ownership.
Not needed as we have parking at our home and are walking distance to everything in the village.
Too complicated to come into office. Make pass purchases available on-line. I can travel to Boston or Washington DC and
purchase a transit pass prior to my trip via on-line purchase.
Too expensive. Just another benefit of the local's being taken away by charging them.
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Parking and Bus Service - Open Comments
Other than adjusting parking fees, what could the Town of Vail do to improve your
satisfaction with parking in the town?
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2 hours free is better than 90 min. I use occasionally to take yoga at the VAC and 90 min is barely enough time.
Better information on where open parking spots are located. Technologies are available that offer helpful information on
where open spots are in a garage. It significantly reduces the time people spend 'gawking' for a space and increases speed of
finding a spot. This leads to more time for those visitors to shop worth the investment.
Bring back 2 hour free parking for locals so we can take ski breaks from work and get a few laps in on a powder day. I do like the
lower parking rates for less time in the winter though. Keep summer parking free, over night charge is fine.
Build a new parking facility (s) with wider parking spaces. Currently to narrow if all the big SUV's.
Charging for summer is a terrible idea. Better rates/an area of the structure only for residents .
Figure out how the biggest offender of taking up spaces (VVMC) can contribute to the cost of the parking structures since they
do not assist with tax dollars as a non-profit entity.
It was completely ridciulous when the TOV employees were allowed to park at ford park for over 3 weeks. There were too many
times where the lot was filled. I would suggest allowing pink pass holders to park on frontage road during this time. Also the
ford park bus is terrible. It rarely comes for pick up, it should be on a continuous loop like the in town not sit at the vail parking
structure for 20 minutes.
Other than having parking out-of-town and bussing people into town, I don't know. It's a big problem.
parking on the frontage is an accident waiting to happen and it is a sloppy site to guests. We have been discussing this topic for
too many years
Would be handy to have a widget on your website or other indicator to know when the lot is full during peak times.
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On which routes would you like to see more frequent service?
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Golf course/Golden Peak Perhaps smaller buses in this area.
I think the Green and Red Routes should be more frequently both Summer and Winter
In the summer, offer an 8:30pm East Vail bus that stops at Ford Park during the concert season. If the concert runs after 8pm,
you either have to leave the concert early or wait until 9pm. If there were an 8:30pm East Vail bus, I would use it instead of
driving in.
In the summers, they come only twice an hour into east and west vail. I'd like to see it more if possible, but understand the
costs associated with that may not justify it (in which case, since the # of passengers are fewer, should you use smaller
transports?
In -town, more frequent service in the early morning and extnd the route to stop closer to the VR employee parking area.
increase in e vail service last summer was very successful. need to add additional service in the early evenings for concert
pickup at ford park
It would be great if the red line ran earlier in the morning, many mornings the I have to ride the green in order to get to town by
6:30.
It would be really nice if the bus came all the way up Buffehr. There is room for the bus to turn around at the round a bout at the
end.
Lionsridge Loop During Winter Peak Hours every 30 minutes During Summer there is currently No Service Consider extending
SandStone
Not so much the routes but the frequency. Would love to see buses on the half hour at ALL times and not just peak times. It's
just too hard to time them otherwise.
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Bus service is not the solution for families in Vail. The continual notion that by providing less parking and more bus service will
just push more families out of Vail.
Extend outlying routes (like East Vail) to go all the way to Lionshead (or further west) without having to transfer buses.
honestly, i think they run TOO often in the town of vail. people can wait or walk or plan better. Its a waste, as they're never
full
I don't know what the procedure is when there is a skirmish on the bus. There have been several incidents and the bus driver
did nothing. And local riders step in to control the situation. Not really good for guests to see. My deter them from not riding.
I have the hardest time figuring out the bus schedule. There should be a map of the different bus stop locations on the website,
and you should be able to click on the map and get the arrival times throughout the day for that location. I have tried using the
Google Maps, but doesn't allow for future planning (i.e., I want to look at lunchtime to figure out what time the bus comes for a
movie tonight). I don't know how any guests would be able to figure out how to use the bus for the first time if they don't kno..
I loved the outside ski racks but I expect they were removed due to instances of theft
Some drivers are crotchety. One driver blew by my daughter standing at Ford Park. It was like he did not believe a child can eat
a ride... Should have stopped to make sure she was OK. I was a short distance away but it was very disheartening to do you
watch the bus not even stop, perhaps check on a child by herself. At the end of the day, it always seems like Ford Park versus
just seem to disappear.
Suggest that the drivers wait for cars before pulling out onto Frontage Rd. Very aggressive driving cannot be safe.
The West Vail loops are really long and confuse everyone. What about shorter ones that just serviced north and back then south
and back?
We applaud continuation of more frequent service schedules for east Vail!
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Events - Open Comments
Is there a specific type of event or special program you would like to see added to Vail's
town -wide calendar?
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Better music, not rap, not hip hop. Blue Grass, Rock, Folk, Country Festival
Concerts that are focused on a group older than 20 somethings
I like that you are adding more events in spring/fall. I'd like to see more legitimate theater.
Less events, so the beauty of Vail can be enjoyed instead of crowds with noise.
MMA Fights, bigger free concerts at Ford Park- no more concerts at Solaris!
More concerts, more special forums on relevant topics to our community
More cultural and intellectual events. More speakers and less music. More events catering to the 50+
More events for locals, not rich people who pay $200 to sip wine.
More music festivals that go through the weekends to bring people in for more than one night.
the one's that 'disappear.' Torchlight parade, Mardi Gras Parade, Budweiser Vail Village evening mus
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Is there anything else you want to say regarding your level of satisfaction with events?
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Baby boomers spend money not so with the 20 and 30 something.
"Events" excluded
It'd be cool if you sold tickets and we had bigger names brought to play at the ampatheater
Maybe consider Ford Park again to avoid over crowding for Solaris concerts
Oktoberfest was so much better before Highline sports took it over. It is so void of personality and fun it should be run by some
other organizer.
Only bad part this year was that for some reason Spring Back to Vail had cash only beverages. We dont carry cash (most people
dont anymore) and we didnt have our bank card.
STOP catering to ButonOpen. Not a positive event for Vail. They are rude and do not spend money. It also impacts the little
winter parking employees have. Also lacrosse should NOT be here on July 4th.
too many events on one weekend. Taste of Vail, Vail film, etc. should be spread out. The talent at the concerts are geared
towards 20 -somethings who bring the wrong atmosphere to Vail (excessive drinking and other substances.)
town of Vail and second home owners complain about the crowds/age groups and 'type' of people but bring in the performer
that attracts these problems.hippy music, electronic, hip hop especially. not to stereotype but compare the incidents to the
crowd type? I love Snoop but that was a bad set up. also Sound Tribe & many year's ago, Kid Rock thank you for those awesome
artists but I'm sure town was trashed. mixed feelings
vail Farmers market is so restricted, They wont allow outside jewelry vendors. so wrong for us little people
Vail has become such a family area you are losing the guests in their 30s, 40s, 50s that want a fun environment with lots of
music and a adult atmosphere.
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Town of Vail Community Survey Events - Open Comments
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By investing as a form of economic development, what is the yardstick for success - real estate purchases, real estate, visits?
And how do you weigh the oppty costs?
Don't be overly greedy about trying to shore up the shoulder and off-seasons. Be satisfied with the prime times; relax the other
times. This is a resort, after all....
I do not like the echo in the sound system. I have only lived here for seven years and I can't predict the weather well enough to
wear the right clothing to sit comfortably in the out door activities.
I don't understand the rational behind many of Vail's summer events. The events are strange choices, there are multiple events
going on at once, some of them are poorly advertised, I can't keep track of where they are taking place for when a visitor asks
me for directions, the locals fill up the parking structures before any out-of-town visitors have a chance to park- it's just a bad
combination.
I hope that the TOV investments in events allow some influence over the content and staging of the events. If not, the town
should re -think. If we need an economic development strategy at all it should be focused on destination visitors - not
day-trippers.
It depends on the event, the Bravo concerts, ballet bike races, Burton championship all bring people who rent lodging, shop and
use restaurants so they do add to our local economy.
Just want to hammer home quality over quantity on events and guests being brought into town.
Overcrowding with tourists is not favourable but I like events that attract locals
Some events are drawing the wrong type of crowd that doesn't fit with this town.
TOV personnel should concentrate on creating relationships here in Vail with locals, visitors and other before they decide to
spend thousands on trips overseas.
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Library Services - Open Comments
What do you like best about Vail Public Library?
online resourceskids tree place
service rest
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book
like program -
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reading area helpful awesomeease access use
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Everything! I love the yoga class and i take advantage of the great books.
First and forester I love that we have a library. The children's programs, opportunity for local artist to be hung and the
conference area.
Great access to materials (on line and in person). Helpful staff.
I love the feel of the space. I enjoy reading the papers/periodical provided.
It can be a great sanctuary from the crowds in the villages.
Staff, variety of collections, variety of programs - library has become a small community support center with tech
programming, general interest programming, computer resources, local artist exhibits, etc
The cozy environment and helpful, friendly librarians. The inter library loan program is amazing! I can get books more easily and
quickly than friends in big cities. The VPL is one of my favorite amenities in Vail.
The library is perfect. Don't change a thing other than continue to enforce peace and quiet.
The nice couches by the fireplace to get work done. The nice travel book collection.
Wider variety than Eagle County. I love the building; love the friendly staff - they're much nicer than 10 years ago
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What would you like to see us add/offer/change? jillM=—
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Consider some repurposing of the facility. With the internet, fewer people use physical books as a resource. Libraries are not
without value, but it might be worth considering some broader use of very nice building in such marvelous location
Easier parking! Parking in Lionshead is a pain, especially when running errands.
educational programs - short term offerings such as speakers who might be authors, inventors, techies, etc. to share their
expertise/advice/life experiences, etc.
Every other library has a system in place to allow you to check out a book but did't bring your library card. Vail refuses to help
customers out, even long term card holders.
I think the library is great, in general. There could always be a new kind of class added, or something, but I'm pretty happy with
the library.
Magazines can be given away to patrons for free after they expire. Put a basket in the bookcase with the honor books.
make the 3d printer available more than for 2 hours a day, 2 days a week..
More events for baby boomers, I.e. Financial planning, history of US, math brush up class, learn at lunch groups.
Taking the time to alphabetize the DVDs. The only library ive ever been to where they're not alphabetized... I also wish we
could check out four dvds
the movies the late fee $1.00 per day is a lot.
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How can the library improve its services?
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Allow for more renewals if no one else has a hold on a book. One renewal is not enough.
Give the librarians happy pills. Sometimes, they remind me of postal workers, you know, unenthused government workers.
I live in Edwards and use the Avon library. Is there a way to make Vail part of that library network?
I used to use libraries all of the time. I went to school at a large university in New York City. It had several LARGE libraries and I
loved being there. Unfortunately people read on line today and they Google instead of using reference libraries. No one even
uses dictionaries. I worry we won't have libraries. I LOVE them and use the Avon Library more than Vail. But, I think that Vail's
library is much more charming.
I would like to be able to borrow old magazines (like the Avon library permits)
I'm not in the library often enough now to be able to respond.
If the book I want is in Avon, does it really have to go to Deriver to get redirected to Vail? That takes about a week.
Libraries are not as important as they use to be so I would look to use it to host town offices when the town decides to build a
new town hall. I realize that some will feel like it is terrible to not have a library, but those same people should ask themselves
how many times they have visited the library this year. The meeting room is the only thing lmhave used in the last 5 years.
Basically, it is not a necessary amenity.
The librarians seem afraid to ask patrons on e -devices to use them responsibly.
There must be a way to better communicate with the residents. I am clueless about what is going on at the library
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Community Issues and Opportunities - Open
Comments
Indicate the level of priority you believe is appropriate. Any comments on youroh
responses?
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issue
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A lot of these are currently being addressed and have had resolve. Some of them are already a priory and they are working on
resolve. Safety First and the ease of getting around Vail is good community service as well goo customer service.
Basic services and guest interactions are the building blocks of a positive guest experience, the rest builds from there.
Environmental sustainability includes Gore Creek Protection and Climate Action. There is nothing more important than
protecting our natural environment for human health and the economic vitality of the Town of Vail. Transportation is vital to
helping solve environmental and parking issues and helps workers by reducing the need to use automobiles and contributes to
public safety by taking vehicles off the roads.
Hard to believe that an unsustainable parking situation has been allowed to fester for 30 years. Where's the leadership?
I think a concerted effort on keeping Vail, and 1-70 more litter free is vital. It seems to get worse each year and needs to be
constantly addressed.
I think the parking costs show a lack of hospitality to locals and visitors.
safety is a given; it's a 'cost of doing business. The other options should be among the choices.
sustainable destination is green -washing, quit wasting time and money on it and spend it on dealing with snowmelt,
electrifying fleet, and renewable energy production in town or offsite.
Vail is a leader in all of these areas; housing and staying competitive in the tourism industry are vital in the upcoming year.
We need to protect both this beautiful environment we live in and the wildlife we share it with, especially by limiting how much
we build. Expansion in my view is not a good thing. We also need to keep our residents safe. One of the nicest things about
living in Vail is how safe I feel here. I believe the needs of our residents are far more important than those of visitors. Our town
has such a special community of people that we should be focusing on more than the visitors that come here.
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Comments
Do you have any specific comments on your response and any ideas for how we can
encourage community involvement if this effort moves forward?
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If you are truly going to do a plan for the future,you need to be up to date which the town is not. The town is behind in
technology by at least 10 years and out of touch with current trends. As a town we need to listen to the younger generation
and be more welcoming to change. Town meetings are great for some people to be heard but in our town it is not a reality that
even 50% of the year round community can actually attend. It feels that the people who make the most noise are second home..
My two year current role in community action confirms that the community has a vision of & desire to keep Vail a Special Place
& not just a Resort. If a visioning process could surface more decision -makers & candidates who share that vision it would be
very helpful
Ongoing input is crucial for development. Use the older generation who are still alive to learn from their earlier initiatives that
were so well thought out with great vision.
Planning is fine but please use current staff to do so. My perception is that the Town spends a lot of money on outside
consultants.
Seems like a severe lack of control of the overall 'look' of Vail. Mostly in the past 10 years the vibe and feeling of the town has
changed from quaint to cold. The overbearing size and lack of attention to detail of new building projects in town have taken a
turn for the worst in my eyes. The quaint cozy fun vibe is what brought me to this town. Now its heading in the direction of
sterile and cold with its new developments.
Surveys, plenty of open community meetings, ways for people to actively sign up if they are interested in contributing to the
vision
The issue is also how can you involve part timers? It's not hard to have opinions, but if folks like me are here only 8-12 weeks a
year, it's hard to be actively involved.
We must plan for the impact climate change will have on the valley and take any action we can to mitigate our carbon footprint.
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Financial Prioritizing - Open Comments
Allocation of $100. Do you have comments on any of your responses above?
employees service
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sustainabilitytOWn dont needs hOUSingservices
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for transportation I feel the funds should be spent on mass transit from Vail to DIA
Generally, not a fan of government spending money. An exception to this would be a compromise on employee housing where
town funds were used to supply more down valley bus routes/ increased scheduling to alleviate the housing crunch in town,
while putting minimal town funds towards a problem that is ultimately an issue that should be addressed by business owners.
If they want employees that live in the TOV, then they should pay more in wages or supply housing themselves.
I just don't have a feel for what is important relative to each other hence my answer.
I would like to see a bus in the Forest Road neighborhood. Maybe only once an hout
I would like to see the town be conservative with its financial planning and place a priority on saving for and maintaining
sufficient capital reserves to apply toward maintaining and improving existing infrastructure and services first. The next
priority is services such as in town bus service (along with a less important emphasis on county bus service). Then if there were
any pressing needs such as a civic center, I would allocate money toward that.
In East Vail we need slow down traffic, sound walls, no air breaks on 1-70, MORE SIGNAGE ON 1-70 to reflect no breaks, speed
(should be 55mph), and fines. Noise from motorcycles too - put mufflers on motorcycles!
Just of much of my money do you want to give to someone else? Expanded housing opportunities for a wide range of
household incomes and a variety of resort community occupations
Keeping it local. Keeping it affordable to stay here and play here. Building community civic centers for other cultural interests is
top of my list.
Vail has excellent bus service. no more fluff, Town needs to take care/improve the basic needs, Fire, Police and sewer/water
system.
Vail is so guest oriented that the town needs to focus more attention on taking care of its full time residents.
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Deed -Restricted (Work Force) Housing
Opportunities - Open Comments
Do you have any suggestions on how work force housing opportunities can be
improved?
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Allow economics to prevail without govt intervention. Incentivize use of greener vehicles and parking spots for those that are
from out of town and commuting including electric hookups.
Don't let property owners continuously raise rent to service industry workers (see Vail PBK in Solaris)
give financial incentives to condo owners to rent rooms and provide lists of room rentals to employees.
I don't know what your idea of 'affordable' really is but if your saying it is over half a million dollars your insane. What do you
think the working force of this community is financially capable of?
I don't think the answer is building more. It might be repurposing what exists and putting restrictions on developers, no more
1.2 millions $$ condos that no one can afford except people who will live in the for 3 weeks/year.
I wish i had a better solution. It has and probably always will be a disaster.
Limit Short Term Rentals to certain areas and parts of town. Keep STRs in the Village, Lionshead and near the golf course.
More communication about how to find deed -restricted units and how to apply to get one.
The chamonix housing was a great idea executed poorly by town council, why wasn't there a max income ? Why are doctors that
can afford housing else where taking the 'affordable housing'?
There are many opportunities to create affordable housing down valley. Improve the transportation to get people from down
valley to Vail if needed to work.
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Town of Vail Community Survey The Environment - Open Comments
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A destination that preserves its natural & human resources while providing recreational, cultural, & regenerative activities to
visitors & residents in a manner profitable to operators and competitive with other such destinations.
Environmentally beautiful setting where people want to come to enjoy a SAFE, playful setting, whether skiing, enjoying the
restaurants/shops, listening music/productions or just embracing nature. SAFE means skiing on slopes not packed with hoards
of people, and without being run into by aggressive skiers/riders.
It means not allowing overbuilding (which it's too late for this already. Look at the Village. It went from small town to
city -resort. Very sad.)
Maintaining Vail as it was originally envisioned by being environmentally conscious and not allowing too much development or
commercialism. The draw to Vail starts with its nature, beauty, not it's shops.
minimizing community impact on environment to preserve environmental and wilderness resources for generations to come
Nothing. I think it's one of those 'feel good' catch phrases. With the interstate running through our valley, anything we do is
negated. Look at howfast silver tarnishes - that let's you know how much sulpher the interstte puts in our air.
striving to increase use of renewable resources minimize solid waste stream maintain a viable work force
The destination must have plans to manage growth (prevent overuse/overcrowding) and manage/respect the natural resources
it has and the environment.
You respect the environment you are in first of all. Secondly, we sustain our community with the least amount of inputs from
outside sources.
You'd provide recycling opportunities and have organizations like the City, Vail Resorts, Eateries, the Hospital etc recycle and
limit emissions in ways such as incentivizing employees to take public transportation etc?
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Town of Vail Community Survey The Environment - Open Comments
'Do you have any comments or suggestions concerning Vail's efforts toward being a
sustainable destination?
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Beyond wildlife habitat, which I think is crucial, I have serious doubts that it will make much, if any, difference to our economy.
If we decide to do the rest, let's be honest with ourselves and recognize that we are doing it because it's morally right (which it
is), not because it will help our economy.
encourage cheaper restaurants for large families and grandparents footing the bill.
Great work. Great exampe of collaboration with local businesses and VA. Utilize Vail's massive efforts and ability to recycle.
Get locals more engaged and committed.
i just worry about the wildlife and the overcrowding of people
Make all garbage cans bear proof. Have recycling and compost next to trash cans. Stop heating sidewalks it is not sustainable.
Reduce the gravel we put in the streams. Too much gravel make graves. Focus on the wildlife we are losing. Educate more and
use peer pressure [carrot] to encourage change before regulation[stick]. Acknowledge hypocrisy of ski resort of luxury
consumption being sustainable but you have to try.
Riparian areas of Gore Creek must be expanded to fight erosion, provide habitat, and help filter pollutants.
Stop heating the streets! This wastes energy, increases heat load in town (now rains in town when snowing in Dowd or Eagle
Vail), adds unnatural run off (bigger affect on Gore Creek than any of the other supposed problems) that warms the creek and
carries sediment, mag, and oil into the creek since there are limited sand / oil separating vaults.
Very proud that Vail has achieved this destination, but much work lies ahead
Waste of time. No one picks his vacation based on this liberal group -think. I'm not opposed to market-based sustainability that
makes financial sense, like solar panel if the math works. But please do not use my tax dollars to spend more than necessary for
a 'green' option like electric cars for TOV vehicles unless there is an actual financial argument to be made.
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Household Preparedness for an Emergency -
Open Comments
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Do you have any comments or unanswered questions related to Emergency
Preparedness in Vail?
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Help neighborhoods formulate plans for wildfire evacuation, go -bags, critical document storage practices
I should probably attend the seminars that are offered to be more prepared..... I bought a fire safe & fire extinguishers?!
Is it true if everyone is on the water we won't have any water in the pipes WE for the water disposal W
Need a window for Gore Creek Plan, strict poison spraying rules-residential,golf course,etc
pay attention to wild fire mitigation efforts. review runoff and flood possibilties
Perhaps there could be a reminder every week in the paper about how and what we all need to do to truly be prepared.
Perhaps we might have a yearly drill on where to go for each neighborhood, depending on the emergency's location.
The Fire Department would have EVERY tree in town cut down and EVERY structure a concrete box if they had their way. Be
cautious.
what is EC alert? How does one sign up for this.
Would help to have sheet of best practices in event of emergency, such as what to have gathered up in advance, what to grab if
limited time to evacuate, what to do to Home before leaving ( turn off gas? turn off water? take cars? knock on neighbors doors?
) which route to take
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Parking and Transportation - Open Comments
Do you have any suggestions on ways to encourage alternative transportation
opportunities? -
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A GREAT BUS SERVICE IS ALL YOU NEED. We do not have a bus service in the summer.
Advertise the availability of free bus on all Vail travel websites and any other places where the information is likely to be seen
by tourists. Increase bus times in summer.
Be sure local lodges and lodging are required to transport their guests to and from town. Have them encourage less car/parking
use!
Better community knowledge of paths and mileage, so people know it's not far into town, the red bicycle program, etc. The bike
thing is a concept on borrow/drop off stations thru town/around town. Maybe cheap bike rentals? I'm conflicted on segways on
the path too. They come thru like herds.
Do not create a bike share or a ride share, all it takes is for one person to not return the bike or vehicle and just steals it.
Focus on carpooling again. Outlying parking with shuttle service. Get more days to be able to use the frontage road. Encourage
more business owners and employees to take the bus. Outreach regarding this.
More parking discounts should be given to residents in Vail Village (right in the village) who do not have parking at their
condos. A bike or car share does not help us. We are already in the Village.
Obviously, we need more parking. Build it, already. It's not going to solve itself
property taxes => free transportation Why does the transportation center have to be a profit center?
We have got to become way more bike friendly. Again, look at many other successful bike friendly towns and follow suit.
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Ownership and Property Rental Information -
Open Comments
Have you been affected by short-term rentals in your immediate area? In what ways?
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1. I'm already retired. 2. not convinced that our neighbors who use VBRO or similar services are paying their fair share of taxes
or take proper safety precautions.
adjacent property with VRBO guests who are not considerate. noise ast 3am
All of the standard problems with short term rentals: trash, parking, noise, etc.
All positive but there are effects of traffic and people in the area.
Increased rent/ less parking availability/ less long term neighbors which causes a lower sense of community
Live at Booth Creek Townhomes and now there are more short term rentals. It's a great concern as renters never care for the
environment/parking/etc as owners.
loud storied front range tunnel trash raising hell at all hours
Noise, trash in public areas, overcrowded parking, dogs off leash. Short term renters often are not respectful of people around
them and the general environment. Some feel entitled: 'I'm paying a premium for this place so I'll do whatever I want while
here, regardless of how it affects the neighbors or community.'
Renters do not follow rules regarding off -leash dogs, leave trash outside of dumpster garage, do not take care of exterior
areas, do not properly park in lot.
There is no control implemented on speeding on Lionsridge Loop. This is a severe problem that has increased with the
Lionsridge employee housing.
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Town of Vail Community Survey 1 Ownership and Property Rental Information -
Open Comments
Do you have any further comments on your experience with the rental housing situation
in Vail?
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Figure out a way to make long term rental owners receive a benefit for assisting with workforce housing. Allow them to have
waived fees for their upgrades. Too many slum lords and run down places. Others want to help and they should be able to
receive a benefit for doing so.
Glad you implemented the rules. Glad there has to be local representative.
Have not seen data on the issue of short term rentals. Be very thoughtful with this issue. Short term rentals are highly valued
by destination visitors but they can remove units from permanent/long term housing stock. Need to have approach that
balances both needs.
I appreciate the effort of the town to collect some of the tax revenue from housing rental
I don't t think that short term rentals take away long term rentals. We use our condo as a second home. We used to rent it
short term. We would not have considered a long term rental option since we wanted to use it ourselves. Workers in Vail
looking for long term housing could not afford to pay the rent on our unit. I think many short term rentals fall into this
category. We are retired now and use it only for personal use.
Not everyone has the live in Vail if they work there. I personally don't want the seasonal workforce in the building next to me
while I'm on family vacation or in my luxcury condo.
Same regulations should apply to all rentals, short or long term
Short term is hindering those that want a 1 year lease or longer, this effects not only person but businesses trying to keep
people employed when they constantly have to be looking for long term housing.
Vail needs to build more 1-2 bedroom housing. Not necessarily affordable housing, but smaller units.
We are lucky enough to own two rental units on Matterhorn while being able to rent a two bedroom unit on Chamonix. I feel
that we have a great landlord and are paying a fair price, $1800 a month, however we are the exception as I know many people
who are paying $2000+ per month for a rental like ours on Chamonix. We will continue to rent out our units we own on
Matterhorn Cirlcle while we build our home in Minturn. We are currently short term renting our units for the first time this yea..
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Bet I am the oldest person to fill out this survey.
Do not discount these opinions based on my age. I have adult children that spend much time at our East Vail home. They share
these opinions.
I appreciate this survey. I love that this is a culturally rich and environmentally friendly town and hope that school and crowd
safety are getting atention too.
I think our Town Council and Town of Vail employees do a wonderful job. Vail Resorts needs to step up BIG TIME and provide
more employee housing. They don't care if an apartment has 6 roommates with one shared bathroom.
I think that the lack of experience of many of the council members on town boards leads to some bad decision making. I suggest
that the town attorney, or someone, educate them on what the boards do, why they do it, and why it is important that everyone
follow the rules. It is troubling to see that 'friends' of the council members seem to get preferential treatment.
Stop large projects and think of us as a town not a resort. We do way too much for VR, they get whatever they want.
Town Council members should not have Agenda's Would like to see more town staff have the opportunity to live in Vail
Vail is an exceptional place, I want to make sure it continues to be exceptional!
Why wasn't water conservation (not just water quality) mentioned in the sustainability section? Also, resorts like Vail aren't
really sustainable, are they, when one considers the energy consumption required by visitors to get here; it's a
regional/national system, not an isolated local challenge.
you should warn people that the survey takes 30 to 45 minutes to complete. My dinner is cold. Also, the instructions on page 1
were incomplete, and used the word 'password' instead of 'passcode'. Attention to detail !
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ITEM/TOPIC: VLHA Meeting Results
ATTACHMENTS:
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TOWN OFD
MEMBERS PRESENT
Steve Lindstrom
Mary McDougall
Molly Morales
Staff
George Ruther
Lynne Campbell
Vail Local Housing Authority
Meeting Results
Wednesday, May 30, 2018
Regular Meeting
1:00 PM — 3:00 PM
Municipal Admin Conference Room
75 South Frontage Road West, Vail, Colorado 81657
MEMBERS ABSENT
James Wilkins
Francisco Meza
Lindstrom called the meeting to order 1:07PM, quorum was present.
The Authority reviewed and approved the May 8, 2018 meeting results as presented.
MOTION: MORALES SECOND: LINDSTROM VOTE: 2-0 (MCDOUGALL
ABSTAINED)
Review of RESOLUTION NO. 11, SERIES 2018 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF
A DEED RESTRICTION INTEREST IN PROPERTY (TYPE III DEED RESTRICTION) IN THE TOWN
OF VAIL LEGALLY DESCRIBED ASHOMESTAKE AT VAIL UNIT A107, EAGLE COUNTY,
COLORADO WITH A PHYSICAL ADDRESS OF 1136 SANDSTONE DRIVE UNIT A107, VAIL,
COLORADO; SUBJECT TO RATIFICATION BY THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL; AND SETTING FORTH
DETAILS IN REGARD THERETO.
MOTION: MORALES SECOND: MCDOUGALL VOTE: 3-0
Review of AMENDMENT TO RESOLUTION N0.8, SERIES OF 2018 A RESOLUTION APPROVING
THE PURCHASE OF A DEED RESTRICTION INTEREST IN PROPERTY (TYPE III DEED
RESTRICTION) IN THE TOWN OF VAIL LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS PINE RIDGE TOWNHOUSE
UNIT 6, EAGLE COUNTY, COLORADO WITH A PHYSICAL ADDRESS OF 2195 CHAMONIX LANE
UNIT 6A, VAIL COLORADO; CONTINGENT UPON SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT AND SUBJECT
TO RATIFICATION BY THE VAIL TOWN COUNCIL; AND SETTING FORTH DETAILS IN REGARD
THERETO. AND SETTING FORTH DETAILS IN REGARD THERETO. Resolution was approved with
corrections, removed "amendment to" and duplicate "and setting forth details in regarding thereto".
MOTION: MORALES SECOND: MCDOUGALL VOTE: 3-0
Discussion of an Employee Housing Unit Deed Restriction Exchange Request for 44 Willow Place Unit
3/44Vail Road Unit 3 and Lot 39-1 Glen Lyon/1170 Westhaven Lane
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TABLE TO JUNE 12, 2018
MOTION: MORALES SECOND: MCDOUGALL
VOTE: 3-0
Discussion ensued regarding revised Lottery Resale Criteria per Council's direction. Council requested
the Authority review the number of years an applicant meets to receive additional lottery tickets. The
Authority agreed to amend the time frame from 10 years to 5 years or more for lived or worked in Vail.
• 1 ticket to enter, meeting lottery criteria
• 1 ticket for working in Vail at time of lottery
• 1 ticket for living in Vail at time of lottery
• 1 ticket for working in Vail 5 years or more
• 1 ticket for living in Vail 5 years or more
An option suggested was to total tickets by one if the applicant owns a current deed restriction should
Council continue to have ownership concerns.
The Authority agreed applicants could own an Eagle county residential property at application
submission. Upon closing the applicant must do one of the following: sell their existing unit, deed
restrict the existing unit subject to Town of Vail approval or if the existing property is currently deed
restricted they can keep it as long as owner meets both deed restrictions. Terms of an existing deed
restriction will prevent an owner from keeping the unit. Vail InDEED deed restrictions are free market
units and do not have to be the owner's primary residence.
Ruther mentioned the Employee Housing Resale Guidelines will need to be amended and approved by
Council. This will be presented for adoption at the June 19 meeting along with the lottery guidelines.
Next up Ruther reviewed the Housing Policies Update for the Council joint session. He said Housing is
looking to Council to provide direction down to staff and through out the Town.
The Authority reviewed and discussed the joint work session memo and evaluated if there were any
items missing from the proposed policy statement. Suggested items to add under Roles and
Responsibilities were:
• adding an item regarding issuing debt free of TABOR under Vail Local Housing Authority
• propose initiatives under Vail Local Housing Authority
• staff boards under Vail Housing Department
Today's meeting objective was to determine which of the memo items listed need to be addressed.
Ruther asked what's relevant, what's missing? The Authority spent time reviewing and restructuring the
27 existing housing policies to fit under General Housing Policy Statement (draft) section.
Upon completion Ruther asked if we have everything covered.
Lindstrom thought changing #7 to include fairness and not just about lottery. Programs are fair and
equitable as implemented and administrated. Keep access open. Linstrom mentioned using zoning and
other codes as incentives.
Ruther suggested aligning land use regulations with housing policies.
Morales wondered if some departments aren't aligned. Include some language in #1.
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Lindstrom asked if we need more or less in policy statements. Group thought order didn't matter as all
need Council direction. Use the list of items under each category as the driver to what is most
important. After discussion the Authority agreed to reorder the General Policy Statements as follows:
1 is 5
2 is 3
3 is 6
4 is 1
5 is 2
6 is 4
7 is 7
8 is 9
9 is 8
Lindstrom asked if we need to think about decreasing or adding to the list.
Ruther said by bring list to joint session we'll be prepared, we don't need to finish the process as
Council will have their own thoughts.
Morales asked if the goal is to create new policies.
Ruther said he took existing policies and will present the new housing policy list to Council at the
afternoon joint session. This list may not become the exact language but it brings the Authority close.
Policy development discussion ensued with the Authority. Ruther will speak to the Mayor and Mayor
Pro Tem about some public outreach.
Linstrom asked if the new list of policies supports the goal.
Yes it supports both policy and goals stated Ruther. He believes Council will ask Authority to go back
and review, revise the presented list and come back to them at a later date.
Morales asked who could participate in the joint work session meeting. Ruther stated it is a public
meeting and will be dialogue between Council and the Authority.
The Authority asked about funding next steps for Vail InDEED. Per Ruther we're going to Council for a
supplemental request.
There was no Executive Session at this meeting.
Morales made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 2:45 PM
MOTION: MORALES SECOND: MCDOUGALL
Next Meeting — June12, 2018
Future Agenda Items:
• Joint Town Council VLHA June 5, 2018 Meeting Review
• Housing Policy Update Discussion
• Update Economic Value of Housing Discussion
• VLHA Business Plan
• East Vail Parcel Update
• Open Lands Plan Discussion
• West Vail Master Plan Discussion
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC:
DRAFT meeting minutes from the CSE meeting on June 6, 2018
ATTACHMENTS:
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TOWN OF VAIL
Commission on
Special Events
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COMMISSION ON SPECIAL EVENTS MEETING
Vail Town Council Chambers
Wednesday, June 6, 2018 @ 8:30a.m.
AGENDA:
Meeting materials can be accessed at the following link:
https://bit.1y/21 pQ3tO
CSE Members Present:
Mark Gordon
Barry Davis
Rayla Kundolf
Marco Valenti
Samantha Biszantz
CSE Members Absent: Alison Wadey
Kim Rediker
TOV Staff Present:
Others Present:
Laura Waniuk, Event Liaison Specialist
Ernest Saeger, Special Events Coordinator
Mia Vlaar, Economic Development Director
Kristina Brownlee, Bravo! Vail
Angela Mueller, Taste of Vail
Andrea Sbicca, Highline
Pete Osorio, Vail Mountain
Euginnia Seyferth, Ski & Snowboard Club Vail
Krista DeHerrera, 10th Mountain Rollerdolls
Cathy Zaikis, 10th Mountain Rollerdolls
Shawn Bruckman, Vail Honeywagon
James Dieghan, Highline
CSE Chair, Barry Davis, called the meeting to order at 8:32am.
Administrative Items
Approval of the Minutes of the CSE Meeting on May 2, 2018
➢ Motion to approve the minutes of the CSE Regular Meeting on May 2,
2018 as presented.
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M/S/P: Kundolf/Valenti/Unanimous. The motion passed 4-0 (Rediker and
Wadey absent, Biszantz abstain)
Meeting reminders:
• July 4 meeting — reschedule meeting to July 11
• August 1 CSE meeting — reschedule to August 8?
1. All agreed to move to the 8th
• Joint Meetings with VEAC & VLMDAC — need to schedule
• Vlaar said the CSE and VEAC meeting would be scheduled
for the July 10th VEAC meeting.
• Vlaar said VLMDAC meeting with CSE would scheduled in
August
• Waniuk said at this time it would be presenting the RFP
without the ability to make changes because it is opening
August 1st
• Vlaar said the VLMDAC can review the RFP at July 19
meeting
Event Recaps:
Spring Back to Vail
*motion to release final funding disbursement required
Please see presentation for further details.
• Dieghan said there are three funding mechanisms including CSE, Vail
Mountain Marketing, and Vail Resorts strategic alliance partners and
sponsors
• Dieghan suggested that all three funding sources sit down together to
discuss the history of the event, the current status, and what this event
looks like in the future
• Dieghan said the Town of Jackson contributes $450k via a lodging tax to
their music event
• Davis asked what the venue was
• Dieghan said it is in a parking lot similar to Ford Park parking lot but larger
• Gordon said that the conversation needs to include Snow Days
• Kundolf agreed with Dieghan that this years event was ok and in the past
it was very good
• Dieghan asked why it can't go back to how it use to be
➢ Motion to approve the final funding distribution for Spring Back to Vail.
M/S/P: Kundolf/Biszantz/Unanimous The motion passed 5-0 (Rediker and
Wadey absent)
Taste of Vail
*motion to release final funding disbursement required
Please see presentation for further details.
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• Mueller noted that their media presence grew significantly
• Mueller noted that weather was not ideal this year
• Kundolf asked for clarification on ticket sales
• Mueller said that her report includes all event ticket sales
• Gordon asked if new fire code is affecting events
• Saeger explained the compromise between the fire code, event demands,
and the venues that events operate in
• Biszantz suggested including a celebration at the end of the event for the
restaurants and wineries participating
Motion to approve the final funding distribution for Taste of Vail.
M/S/P: Kundolf/Valenti/Unanimous The motion passed 5-0 (Rediker and Wadey
absent)
Steadman Clinic Vail Cup
*motion to release final funding disbursement required
Please see presentation for further details.
• Seyferth noted that their new clubhouse will be a good addition and home
to the event
• Kundolf said it is a great event and skiing is what we do in Vail
• Seyferth noted there were 18 kids from VSSA in the Olympics in 2018
Motion to approve the final funding distribution for Steadman Clinic Vail
Cup.
M/S/P: Kundolf/Biszantz/Unanimous The motion passed 5-0 (Rediker and
Wadey absent)
Melee in the Mountains
*motion to release final funding disbursement required
Please see presentation for further details.
• DeHerrera noted they expanded to a two day, Saturday and Sunday
tournament
• DeHerrera said they brought in teams from across the country including
Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Alaska
• DeHerrera said they partnered with The Antlers
• Davis noted that The Antlers reported their occupancy was up at least
25%
• Davis mentioned feedback that many businesses and restaurants were
not open in town
• DeHerrera said yes, many businesses were open on Friday but most
closed on Saturday and Sunday
• Davis asked if they can bring in more teams
• DeHerrera said Dobson can only handle around 6 teams
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• DeHerrera said it would be challenging to fit any additional games into a
two-day schedule
• Kundolf suggested partnering with a local restaurant instead of a food
truck
• Zaikis said they partnered with Bart & Yetis and Starbucks this year
• DeHerrera said acquiring sponsors is challenging and so is competing
with higher level events
• Gordon noted that production value at Dobson including NV needs to be
improved
• DeHerrera said they spend $8,000 to rent the floor and also have high
costs for the labor
• Gordon suggested looking at how they create more of a festival
atmosphere
• Valenti asked if the North Carolina and Pennsylvania teams will return
• DeHerrera said she is not sure and it depends on overall rankings leading
up to the event
➢ Motion to approve the final funding distribution for Melee in the
Mountains.
M/S/P: Kundolf/Valenti/Unanimous The motion passed 5-0 (Rediker and Wadey
absent)
Vail Yeti Hockey Club
*motion to release final funding disbursement required
Please see presentation for further details.
• Huntington noted the increased security improved the spectator
atmosphere
• Huntington noted they brought on six new sponsors
• Huntington said they improved their social media presence and hired a
professional photographer
• Huntington noted that the first family night was very successful
• Davis said it is affordable fun for the entire family but late starts are hard
for kids to stay the entire game
• Gordon said it is one of the few fun things that 20 something year olds can
do in Vail
• Kundolf suggested having Vail Daily report on each game
• Huntington said they post on their website and send it to the Vail Daily
who sometimes prints it
• Valenti asked what their merchandise is
• Huntington said they have jerseys and hats
• Saeger asked if the finals could be hosted in Vail instead of Las Vegas
• Huntington said he could look at a 4 team playoff tournament weekend in
Vail
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Motion to approve the final funding distribution for Vail Yeti Hockey
Club.
M/S/P: Kundolf/Biszantz/Unanimous The motion passed 5-0 (Rediker and
Wadey absent)
Town Council Retreat Update:
• Vlaar said the Council's vision evolved to Community, Economy,
Sustainability and Experience
• Vlaar said there needs to be additional recreation activities that guests can
partake in outside of the mountain
• Vlaar said the civic area discussion around opportunities to improve
Dobson, parking structure, current Town of Vail buildings is a focus
• Vlaar said the West Vail plan was also discussed
• Vlaar noted that transportation was discussed to figure out how our entire
Valley works together to improve the system
• Vlaar noted that Vail Resorts is going to focus on what is happening on
the mountain and that in town is the Town of Vail's responsibility
• Biszantz asked how to ensure the meeting suggested by Dieghan
between the Town of Vail and Vail Resorts occurs
• Vlaar said Staff and Council met with Vail Resorts and discussed strategy
• Vlaar said Council is currently scheduling a new retreat with Vail Resorts
• Kundolf suggested VEAC is a good resource to provide ideas and
feedback
• Vlaar said the VEAC meeting next week will focus on the Economic
Development Strategic Plan
Review & Discuss 2019 RFP Scorecards & Applications:
*See attached scorecard for further details
• Waniuk noted the VLMDAC is working on their 5 year plan which will help
speak to lodging and out of town guest goals
• Waniuk suggested removing "drive group business"
• Vlaar agreed with the suggestion to remove it
• Biszantz suggested calling out the Front Range as a target
• Davis suggested breaking out the marketing strength points
• Gordon said the Vail brand is the same no matter what season it is
• Vlaar said the Vail brand is the property of Vail Resorts and the VLMDAC
evolves it to fit our strategies
• Davis noted that sustainability is a growing topic and part of the brand
• Biszantz said the Town of Vail may need to start looking at defining our
own brand because Vail Resorts is only focusing on the mountain
• Kundolf said the CSE does a very good job of scoring and defining the
Vail Brand as a board
• Gordon agrees and said it is the attributes that Vail has to offer
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• Vlaar said we can provide materials to event producers that want to
understand what the Vail Brand is
• Gordon questioned why demographic fit is worth 10 points and feels that it
is based on past events that may have not been the right fit
• Waniuk confirmed the scorecard will align with VLMDAC target markets
• Davis said we need to address Council's mission including specifically
vision and mission of the town
• Davis suggested changing it to supports Vail Brand is 5 and supports
Council mission and vision is 5
• Biszantz and Kundolf agreed that for Education & Enrichment scorecard
they did not receive and definitive direction from Council
• Gordon suggested adding verbiage stating "following the Councils mission
and vision"
Vail Mountain Marketing Winter Events, Activation Update:
See presentation for further details
• Osorio said that Vail Mountain has been discussing their brand strategy
for the past year
• Osorio said one strategy that they are going to focus on are events and
activations that pay a homage to Vail's history
• Osorio said they want to drive people to experience more of the mountain
as opposed to the usual crowded areas of the mountain
New Business and Community Input:
• Biszantz said the Four Seasons is hosting a leadership conference called
Two 12 in August
• Gordon said the Breckenridge art district is incredible and all should
experience it
• Gordon said their WAVE event was a huge success
• Gordon noted that Vail Centre is hosting a non-profit board seminar on
June 20th
• Gordon said the Vail Film Festival stepped up their game this year and
made many improvements
• Waniuk noted that she met with Vail Film Festival and they are more than
likely going to apply for funding this year
Motion to adjourn at 10:43am.
M/S/P: Valenti/Kundolf/Unanimous. Motion passed 5-0 (Rediker and Wadey
absent)
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ITEM/TOPIC: VEAC meeting minutes from June 12, 2018
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
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Vail Economic Advisory Council
Tuesday, June 12, 2018
Town Council Chambers
8:00 AM — 10:30 AM
MEETING MINUTES
Packet Materials Link: https://bit.ly/2Lsgx5i
VEAC Members Present:
Rayla Kundolf, Laurie Mullen, Mike Lange, Sarah Franke, Phil Metz, Chris Romer, Matt Ivy,
Bob Boselli, Travis Coggin
Town of Vail Staff Present:
Mia Vlaar - Economic Development Director, Laura Waniuk - Event Liaison Specialist,
Kathleen Halloran — Finance Director, Greg Clifton — Town Manager, Ernest Saeger, Special
Event Coordinator
Others Present:
James Deighan — Highline Productions
Financial Update, Kathleen Halloran (10 minutes)
Sales Tax
Upon receipt of all sales tax returns, April collections are estimated to be $1,171,550 down 15.5%
from last year and down 10.0% compared to budget. Year to date collections of $12,713,412 are
up 2.1% from prior year and down 0.4% from budget. Inflation as measured by the consumer price
index was up 2.5% for April. The annual budget totals $26.0 million.
To eliminate the variances due to the impact of how the Easter holiday fell, staff has combined
March and April results. March and April combined collections are estimated to be $5,320,236 up
5.8% from prior year and down 0.8% from budget.
Real Estate Transfer Tax (RETT)
RETT collections through May 30 total $3,073,625 up 65.1% from this time last year. The annual
2018 RETT budget totals $6.1 million.
Construction Use Tax
Use Tax collections through May 30 total $988,167 compared to $633,725 from this time last year.
The annual budget totals $1,975,900.
Town Manager's Report, Greg Clifton (10 minutes)
• Community Development Director position hiring — still accepting applications. Clifton
will ask community members to participate in the interview process as it was done with
the Economic Development Director. Face to face interviews in July.
• Continue to make progress on 2018 Council Action Plan. Will have another work
session to discuss.
Review and Discussion of Economic Development Plan, Mia Vlaar, All (40 minutes)
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Please see presentation and Economic Development Strategic Plan for full details.
Mullen said that the VEAC needs a better communication tool to share with business
community. Vlaar said the businesses could opt in for outbound communication. Romer
suggested an inclusion with their business license information that the town sends out. Romer
said that the VVP do it for Avon through their business listings email addresses. Boselli
suggested that the VCBA should be the conduit to the local businesses. VEAC could also do a
work session with Town Council once a year.
Goal 1: Metz suggested that the objectives need to be sharpened, and that perhaps Vail
Health inclusion deviates a little from the overall objective. Vlaar said that Vail Health has a big
impact on economic benefit to the town in terms of medical tourism. Metz suggested including
only the medical tourism aspect of Vail Health in plan.
Goal 2: Boselli stated CPI is more relevant in comparison to other mountain resorts; we should
evaluate our competitive set. Romer said that there is a significant amount of data that can be
parsed, but there needs to be a close look at what is actionable.
Goal 2: Vlaar said that we should create a high level summary dashboard to provide to local
businesses, to improve communication of economic indicators. The creation of this dashboard
should be an objective in the plan.
Goal 3: Kundolf discussed how businesses are closed during key times of the season. Boselli
mentioned that the town should go and survey each business and ask them why they are
closed. Vlaar said that for next shoulder season there will be information included in the Vail
app about pen businesses. VCBA/TOV will continue to communicate out groups in town during
shoulder season. What more could the town do to encourage businesses to be open?
Clifton asked if there is a basis to consider spring and fall as different seasons. There is some
existing consumer behavior that exists. Clifton believes that there is a difference with the fall
season, there are more weddings and late summer trips. What opportunities does fall present
for a community that can still provide outdoor activities? He suggested looking at two seasons
separately and looking into opportunities for both of them as they differ.
Boselli said group business is the lowest hanging fruit. He also said that the word "guest"
should be defined and carried through the whole presentation.
Goal 4: Workforce Goal will be addressed at a future meeting.
Goal 5: Vlaar touched on the civic center plan and how it integrates with this goal. The civic
area plan encompasses Lionshead, the municipal complex and other areas, including Dobson
Arena. Coggin stated that it also includes other Town owned parcels including the public works
compound. Lange mentioned that this also includes integrating private industry and
consideration of private and public assets. Ivy suggested town improve ease of doing
remodels, etc. Lange also suggested strategically balancing major projects and staggering
construction to be less impactful to guests. Kundolf suggested a larger facility that could
include a tiered theater -style performance space.
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Coggin said that we need to think creatively about a mixed-use facility so it can serve many
purposes. Kundolf suggested a public/private partnership. Vlaar said that the civic center
project will be started earlier in order to use the TIF allocated funds.
Romer stated that the new Gaylord hotel in the Front Range is impacting group business here
in Vail. Copper Mountain is building a convention center with a 10,000 sq. foot ballroom.
Romer said that al 0, 000+ size space would be a big help to drive more group business.
Coggin mentioned newer technology for optimizing the ice and venue at Dobson Arena. Mullen
mentioned that there are a lot of considerations for flexibility for different types of events and
uses.
Romer suggests revisiting the Goal 4 due to aging workforce and the impact on the
community.
Mullen said that it would be a good option to focus on specific business needs and categories.
Vlaar suggested sub -committees. Franke said that with more detail and KPIs it will be easier to
address the objectives and action steps.
2018 Meeting Topics, All (10 minutes)
To be discussed at next meeting.
Citizen Input (5 minutes)
NA
Other Business (5 minutes)
• Romer reviewed the occupancy reports and said that the other mountain communities
are dealing with the same lower occupancy during the week around July 4. Occupancy
is down 10% the weekend before and 15% the weekend after July 4. July is pacing
behind, but gained ground for the rest of the summer. Overall booking month in May
was higher than the industry. Vacation rental and Airbnb market is another
consideration that the town is working on getting more insight into. He will look into
comparing room nights.
• Coggin said that Airbnb rates in his complex are showing a big differentiation in pricing.
Adjournment
Next Meeting: Tuesday, July 10, 2018, 8:00 — 10:OOAM
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ITEM/TOPIC: Matters from the Mayor, Council and Committee Reports
PRESENTER(S): Dave Chapin, Mayor
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: Executive Session pursuant to C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b)(e) — to receive legal advice
on specific legal questions and to develop a strategy and instruct negotiators, regarding Solar Vail
work force housing project, litigation update, and other legal matters.
PRESENTER(S): Matt Mire, Town Attorney
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: Break (estimated at 5:00 p.m.)
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TOWN OF 1 X41
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: Resolution No. 24 Series 2018 Amending the Town of Vail Employee
Housing Guidelines to Facilitate the Incorporation of Amendments made to the Resale Housing
Lottery Process
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Resolution No. 24 Series of 2018
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RESOLUTION NO. 24
Series 2018
A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE TOWN OF VAIL EMPLOYEE HOUSING
GUIDELINES TO FACILITATE THE INCORPORATION OF AMENDMENTS
MADE TO THE RESALE HOUSING LOTTERY PROCESS; AND SETTING
FORTH DETAILS IN REGARD THERETO
WHEREAS, the Town of Vail (the "Town"), in the County of Eagle and State of
Colorado is a home rule municipal corporation duly organized and existing under the
laws of the State of Colorado and the Town Charter (the "Charter");
WHEREAS, the members of the Town Council of the Town (the "Council") have
been duly elected and qualified;
WHEREAS, the Town of Vail Employee Housing Guidelines (the "Guidelines") were
originally adopted on October 19, 1999;
WHEREAS amendments, enhancements and improvements to the Guidelines have
been proposed with the expressed purpose of simplifying the process, improving opportunity
for lottery participation, ensuring consistency, predictability and fairness, improving efficiency
and effectiveness, and maintaining and sustaining community;
WHEREAS, the Vail Local Housing Authority has reviewed the proposed
amendments, enhancements and improvement options and forwarded its recommendation of
approval to the Council;
WHEREAS, the Vail Town Council has reviewed the proposed Guidelines and held a
total of four public hearings on the topic;
WHEREAS, the purpose of the Guidelines is to set forth the occupancy
requirements, resale housing lottery procedures, and maximum resale price for the Town
of Vail deed -restricted employee housing; and
WHEREAS, the Council considers it in the interest of the public health, safety
and welfare to amend and implement these Guidelines.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO, THAT:
1. The Council hereby approves the amended Town of Vail
Employee Housing Guidelines, dated July 4, 2018, and instructs the Town Manager
to take the necessary steps to implement these Guidelines.
2. This Resolution shall be effective July, 4, 2018.
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INTRODUCED, READ, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 19th day of June, 2018.
Dave Chapin, Town Mayor
ATTEST:
Patty McKenny, Town Clerk
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Town of Vail
Resale Housing Lottery
Administrative Procedures
July 4, 2018
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Table of Contents
Page
1. Purpose 2
2. Resale Housing Lottery Criteria 3
• Basic Eligibility
• Resale Lottery Application Form
3. Resale Housing Lottery Procedures 4
• The Town of Vail Employee Housing Guidelines (amended)
• Resolution No. 24, Series of 2018, effective July 4, 2018
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1. Purpose:
Growing a balanced and thriving community is one of three critical actions identified by the Vail Town
Council. A significant contributor to a balanced and thriving community is a diverse, year round
population of local residents that choose to call Vail home. To ensure Vail has homes for year round
residents to live and thrive, over the years, the Town of Vail and the Vail Local Housing Authority have
initiated the public -sector development of a substantial number of resident -occupied, deed -restricted
homes. In total, the Town of Vail currently has 111 deed -restricted homes, initiated by the public -
sector, in a number of different developments within its inventory and available for purchase through
the housing lottery. Those developments include:
• Vail Commons (53 homes)
• Red Sandstone Townhomes (18 homes)
• Chamonix Vail Neighborhood (32 homes)
• North Trail Townhomes (6 homes)
• Arosa Duplex (2 homes)
Each of the homes, at a minimum, in these developments requires primary resident occupancy and has
a maximum price appreciation cap on the resale value of the homes. This price appreciation cap is in
place to maintain and ensure the long-term affordability of the homes upon its resale to a subsequent
homeowner. These homes, given there affordability and desirability within the real estate market place,
often have a long list of interested purchasers. For that reason, and to guarantee opportunity and
fairness to all upon resale of these homes, the Town of Vail has established Resale Housing Lottery
Administrative Procedures. The objectives of these procedures are to:
• Simplify the process
• Improve opportunity for lottery participation
• Ensure consistency, predictability and fairness
• Improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Maintain and sustain community
Additional information pertaining to Employee Housing Unit deed -restrictions can be found in the
applicable Master Deed Restriction Agreements for the occupancy and resale of certain developments,
such as Vail Commons or Chamonix Vail Neighborhood, as well as within the Town of Vail Employee
Housing Guidelines, dated October, 19, 1999. In instances whereby conflicting information may exist,
the most recently adopted document shall prevail.
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2. Resale Housing Lottery Criteria:
The following criteria shall be used to determine basic eligibility and awarded preference for
participation in the Town of Vail Resale Housing Lottery:
1. Complete and sign the Resale Housing Lottery Application Form
2. Submit a pre -qualification letter from a mortgage lender demonstrating financial ability to
purchase the home, if selected.
3. Verify successful completion of a Town of Vail approved homebuyer education class or sign an
acknowledgement of intent to do so within six months of lottery date, if selected.
4. The following preference point system will be applied:
■ Meet minimum lottery participation criteria = 1 lottery ticket
■ Vail resident = 1 lottery ticket
■ Vail resident for equal to or greater than 5 years = 1 lottery ticket
■ Employed in Vail = 1 lottery ticket
■ Employed in Vail for equal to or greater than 5 years = 1 lottery ticket
Maximum Total: 5 lottery tickets
Please refer to the Town of Vail Employee Housing Guidelines, dated July 4, 2018, for more
detailed information.
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TOWN OF5111_11,
Name:
Resale Lottery Application Form
Primary Applicant's
Physical Address:
Mailing Address:
Phone Numbers: Day
Email Address:
Name:
First
Middle Last
Evening
Cell Phone:
Secondary Applicant's First
Middle Last
Email Address: Phone:
B. Eligibility (initial each item after completion)
1. I have attached a legible copy of my current driver's license.
2. I have secured a mortgage prequalification and have attached a letter from a lender stating the
Maximum mortgage for which I am qualified.
3. I have attached a current copy of my Homebuyer Class certification
OR
I will take the Homebuyer class within six months of the resale lottery drawing date. If selected in the
lottery, I will use the residence as my primary home and maintain it as my primary residence in the
future.
4. Do you or any immediate family members, including but not limited to spouse and children less than 18
years of age currently own any improved residential property in Eagle County?
OR
I understand that if I am selected to purchase a home I intend to sell my existing residential property
in Eagle County
I intend to apply for Town of Vail approval to deed restrict my existing residential property in Eagle
County.
5. I am currently working a minimum average of 30 hours per week at the following businesses located in
Eagle County and I have attached legible copies of my two most recent pay stubs.
OR
Business Names:
I am aware that 75% of my income must be earned by working in Eagle County. I have attached legible
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copies of my most recent tax returns. (Please provide most recent tax returns.)
C. Offer Price
I would like to place an offer on (address).
My Offer Is $ Preferred Closing Timeframe:
Date of Offer: Lending: % LTV or $ DP
Primary Applicant's Signature Print Name
Date
Secondary Applicant's Signature Print Name
Date
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D. Longevity in the Area
1. Employment
Begin with the most recent. Below, list each job you have had in Eagle County only. Include the name of the business, the
street location and town where you worked, the duration of employment {i.e., 11/93 to 3/96), and the total number of years
and months employed at that location. If your employer has several business locations in the County and for example, you
worked at different locations for different seasons, list each physical location at which you worked separately.
Describe the documentation you have attached for each time period and location. Do not put phone numbers on the
documentation lines. We will not verify any employment without documentation. If affidavits are used, they must be
notarized by the landlord or employer. If you are applying as a couple to jointly own the property, provide the employment
history of the one person whose record is the longest.
Business Name
w/ physical address
Job Title Employed from:
1 / to /
2. / to /
3. / to /
4. / to /
5. / to /
6. / to /
Copy and add additional pages if necessary
y
Type of Documentation
provided:
(W2 or tax record, pay stub,
affidavit)
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2. Residency
Below, list each place you have lived within Eagle County. Begin with the most recent. Include the physical location
(street address and town), the duration of residency (i.e., 11/93 to 3/96), and the total number of years and months lived
at that location. Describe the documentation you have attached for each time period and location. Do not put phone
numbers on the documentation lines - we will not verify any residency without documentation. If affidavits are used, they
must be notarized. If you are applying as a couple to jointly own the property, provide the residency history of the one
person whose record is the longest.
Residence address
w/ physical address
1. / to / years
months
Length of Residence Total years
& months
2. / to / years
months
3. / to _/ years
months
4. / to _/ years
months
5. / to / years
months
6. / to _/ years
months
7. / to / years
months
8. / to / years
months
6. / to _/ years
months
Copy and add additional pages if necessary
Documentation provided: (lease,
utility bill, cancelled check, affidavit)
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E. Certification
This application must be completed in its entirety, all claims and documentation must be accurate and verifiable.
You will only receive lottery tickets based on verified information.
I/We affirm that the information provided is true, complete and accurate as of this day of
20_. I/We understand that any inaccuracy or incomplete statement may disqualify me/us from eligibility for
purchase of a home.
I/We understand that this application in its entirety will become the property of the Town of Vail. I/We also
understand that the deadline for submitting these materials is 5:00 PM on , 20
I/We have received a copy of the Deed Restriction Agreement for the Occupancy and Resale of
and the Town of Vail Employee Housing Guidelines and, if selected to purchase a home,
I/we agree to adhere to these policies. The copy of the Guidelines that I/we have reviewed is dated
The mortgage lender prequalification letter that I/we have submitted from is an
accurate reflection of my/our financial status. The maximum sales price for a home that I/we are qualified to
purchase is . I/We are also aware that this mortgage lender prequalification letter is
only valid for days or until . After this time, I/we will supply a more current letter
from my/our lender.
I/We understand the lottery will be held on , 20 , at AM/PM in the
I/We understand we do not have to be present.
I/We understand that I/we will have three (3) business days to decide whether to purchase the home. I/We will
have the ability to put 3% of the purchase price down as earnest money at the time of signing the contract. I/We
understand that the Town of Vail will not be responsible for contacting me if I am out of town.
Signed this day of , 20
Primary Applicant's Signature Print Name
Secondary Applicant's Signature Print Name
Further, affiant sayeth naught.
By: and
Signature of Owner Signature of Owner
STATE OF
ss.
COUNTY OF
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of , 20 by
Witness my hand and official seal. My commission expires:
Signature of Notary Public:
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3. Resale Housing Lottery Procedures:
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Resale Housing Lottery Process
Town Calculates Maximum
Resale Price
Earnest Money Deposit Due
2 business days
Owner (Seller) Submits\
Written Notice to Town
of Intent to Sell
7 business days
Town Advertises Home
for Sale
Lottery Applications —5 business days—
Forms Due
Town Publishes
Qualified Applicants
and
Lottery Date
2 business days
Town Announces
Lottery Date
Town Advertises and
Hosts 2 Open Houses
2 business days—
Town Conducts Lottery
Seller and Purchaser Execute Agreement
or Forfeit Selection
Closing
2 business days ►
3 business days
Lottery Selection Order
Published
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July 4, 2018
TOWN OF VAIL
THE TOWN OF VAIL
EMPLOYEE HOUSING GUIDELINES
July 4, 2018
Town of Vail
Employee Housing Guidelines
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I. PURPOSE
The purpose of the Employee Housing Guidelines (Guidelines) is to set forth the
occupancy requirements, resale procedures, and maximum resale price for the Town of
Vail deed -restricted for -sale employee housing. Additional information pertaining to
Employee Housing Unit deed restrictions can be found in the applicable Master Deed
Restriction Agreement (Master Deed Restriction) for the occupancy and resale of
certain developments such as Vail Commons, North Trail Townhomes, Chamonix Vail
Community, Arosa Duplex and Red Sandstone Creek Townhomes. Prior to closing on
an employee housing unit, the purchaser(s) must sign an individual deed restriction
which references the Guidelines and the Master Deed Restriction which shall be
recorded at the closing, and which shall run with the property in perpetuity.
II. MAXIMUM RESALE PRICE
An owner may desire to sell a deed -restricted for -sale employee housing unit
(Employee Housing Unit) provided that the resale price and prospective purchaser
meet the standards of the Guidelines and the Master Deed Restriction. Resale price
may not exceed:
A. The original purchase price on the original date of purchase plus
B. An increment equal to three (3) percent or one and one half percent
(1.5%) per annum, depending upon the property, (see Master Deed
Restriction) of the original purchase price from the original date of
purchase (prorated at the rate of 0.25% for each whole month of any part
of any year) plus
C. The value of capital improvements (including professional architect's
fees) made to the Employee Housing Unit not exceeding fifteen (15)
percent of the original purchase price. For every ten years from the
original date of purchase and deed restriction, another ten (10) percent
of the original purchase price may be added to the value of the property
for capital improvements plus
D. The value of any special assessments made by a homeowner's
association or by a local government that has been paid by the owner.
Additional details regarding maximum resale price as well as calculation methods are
provided in the deed -restriction.
III. RESALE PROCEDURES
The Employee Housing Unit shall be listed for resale with the Town of Vail. The resale
procedures will be administered through the Town's Housing Department with oversight
from the Vail Local Housing Authority.
A. Listing the Unit with the Town of Vail: Listing Duties
1. An owner of an Employee Housing Unit desiring to sell should
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consult with the Housing Department and review the Guidelines,
the terms of the recorded deed restriction and the Master Deed
Restriction governing the Employee Housing Unit to determine the
maximum resale price and other applicable provisions concerning
a resale. Unless otherwise provided in the Master Deed
Restriction, the unit must be listed for resale with the Town and the
Town staff or its designee will administer the resale in accordance
with the Guidelines and Master Restriction in effect at the time of
listing. There shall be a minimum listing period of three months
before the maximum resale price of an Employee Housing Unit can
be recalculated. Any termination in the listing may require the
payment of administrative and advertising costs. The' percent of
the resale price required to be deposited with Town of Vail at time
of listing will be forfeited. Costs exceeding the amount of the
deposit shall be paid by the owner.
2. The Guidelines are intended to ensure that all purchasers and all
sellers will be treated fairly and impartially. Questions will be
answered and help provided to any potential purchasers or seller
equally in accordance with the current Guidelines and Master
Deed Restriction. Listings, sales contracts, extensions to
contracts and closing documents will be prepared and all actions
necessary to consummate the resale shall be undertaken.
3. In pursuit of the above, the town staff will be acting on behalf of the
Town. It should be clearly understood by and between all parties
to a sales transaction that the staff members are not acting as
licensed brokers to the transaction, but as representatives of the
Town and its interests. They shall nevertheless attempt to help
both parties consummate a fair and equitable resale in accordance
with the then current Guidelines and Master Deed Restriction.
4. All purchasers and sellers are advised to consult legal counsel
regarding examination of title and all contracts, agreements and
title documents. The retention of such counsel, licensed real
estate brokers, or such related services, shall be at purchaser's or
seller's expense. The fees paid to the Town are to be paid
regardless of any actions or services that the purchaser or seller
may undertake or acquire.
B. Advertising the Resale:
Once an Employee Housing Unit is listed for resale with the Town, the
Town, at a minimum, will arrange to advertise the unit for sale in two
consecutive Friday editions of the Vail Daily and on the Town's Housing
Department webpage.
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C. Resale Housing Lottery Procedures:
The Town of Vail Housing Department will conduct a resale lottery drawing.
The resale lottery drawing will be conducted within sixteen (16) business
days of the Employee Housing Unit being advertised for sale. During this
time period, the Town shall publically announce the time, date and location
of the lottery drawing and the maximum resale price of the unit. In
addition, the Town will host a minimum of two open houses to allow
opportunity for potentially interested parties to view the unit available for
resale.
Resale Lottery Application Forms are due seven (7) business days prior to
the date of the resale lottery drawing. Upon receipt of the Resale Lottery
Application Forms, the town staff will verify basic eligibility of each
applicant and publish a final list of Qualified Applicants two (2) business
days prior to the resale lottery drawing date. A Qualified Applicant shall be
defined as a person that meets the minimum lottery participation criteria.
Minimum lottery participation criteria and basic eligibility includes:
• Completed and signed a Resale Lottery Application Form
• A pre -qualification letter from a mortgage lender demonstrating
financial ability to purchase the Employee Housing Unit, if selected
• Verification of successful completion of a Town of Vail approved
homebuyer education class or signed acknowledgement of intent to
do so within six months of the resale lottery drawing date.
Each Qualified Applicant shall receive a minimum of one lottery ticket for
entry into the resale lottery drawing. Additional lottery tickets shall be
awarded, up to a maximum of five (5) total, based upon the following
criteria:
• Meet minimum lottery participation criteria = 1 lottery ticket
• Vail resident = 1 lottery ticket
• Vail resident for equal to or greater than 5 years = 1 lottery ticket
• Employed in Vail = 1 lottery ticket
• Employed in Vail for equal to or greater than 5 years =1 lottery ticket
Maximum Total: 5 lottery tickets
If the winner of the lottery does not proceed to contract within three (3)
business days after notification, the next in line will be notified and so on,
until the unit is under contract for purchase. Back-up contracts in the
priority order set forth in the lottery will be accepted.
Any misrepresentation by an applicant in submittal material shall disqualify
the applicant from purchasing an Employee Housing Unit.
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D. Sales and Other Fees:
1. Unless otherwise set forth in the Master Deed Restriction governing
the unit, at the closing of the sale, the seller will pay the Town a
sales fee equal to two (2) percent of the contracted resale price.
The Town may instruct the title company to pay said fees to the
Town out of the funds held for the seller at the closing. Unless
otherwise specified in the Master Deed Restriction, a one-half
percent (1/2%) fee is paid by the Seller at the time of listing, which
is applied to the total sales fee payable at closing. In the event that
the seller fails to perform under the listing contract, rejects all offers
at maximum resale price in cash or cash -equivalent terms, or
should withdraw the listing after advertising has commenced, that
portion of the fee shall not be refunded. In the event that the seller
withdraws for failure of any offers to be received at maximum
resale price or with acceptable terms, the advertising and
administrative costs incurred by the Town shall be deducted from
the fee, with the balance credited to the owner's sales fee when the
property is sold.
2. Conventional -type financing provisions (i.e. FNMA) are those
which provide, among other things, for the removal of the Master
Deed Restriction on the unit upon foreclosure of the mortgage if
the Town does not exercise its option to purchase the unit within a
specified time following foreclosure. Unless otherwise set forth in
the Deed Restriction governing the unit, upon the initial sale, resale
or refinancing of units where conventional -type financing provisions
are used (the use of which shall be at the sole discretion of the
Town) there may be a fee charged by the Town. The fee shall be
paid by the mortgagor; shall be based on the amount of the
mortgage; shall be paid for each mortgage transaction; and shall
be deposited in the Town mortgage reserve fund account. If the
fee is paid on a unit and the unit is subsequently refinanced, the
fee shall only apply to that amount of the refinanced mortgage
greater than the initial mortgage upon which the fee was initially
collected. The amount and adequacy of the fee and the mortgage
reserve fund shall be reviewed annually as part of the review of the
Guidelines.
E. Deed Restriction:
The purchaser must execute, in a form satisfactory to the Town and for
recording with the Eagle County Clerk concurrent with the closing of the
sale, a document acknowledging the purchaser's agreement to be bound
by:
(1) the recorded Master Deed Restriction governing the sale unit,
and
(2) the then -current Guidelines.
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IV. RESALE LOTTERY CRITERIA
A. There basic eligibility requirements which must be met prior to an individual
submitting a resale lottery application form to purchase an Employee
Housing Unit are as follows:
1. The applicant must acknowledge their intent to use the unit
as his/her primary residence and maintain it as his/her
primary residence in the future, subject to the terms of the
deed restriction.
2. The applicant must be currently employed at a legitimate
business located within Eagle County, must be employed an
average of 30 hours each week on an annual basis, and
must maintain this minimum level of employment for as long
as he/she owns the unit.
3. The applicant must demonstrate that at least seventy-five (75)
percent of his/her income and earnings are earned by working at
an Eagle County business and provide employment verification.
4. Neither the applicant nor any member of the applicant's
immediate family (including, but not limited to, spouse and
children under 18 years of age) may own improved residential
real estate in Eagle County at the time of closing, except where
that real estate is deed -restricted as a Town of Vail employee
housing unit.
A current residence may not be deeded to a corporation or other
entity in order to qualify the applicant for a Town of Vail
employee housing unit.
5. The applicant must be prequalified with a mortgage lender.
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B. Notes
1. The physical place of residence and employment is what counts, not the
mailing address.
2. Employment physically located on Vail Mountain shall be considered
inside the Town of Vail.
3. Employment requiring work to be completed at locations "on-site"
throughout Eagle County (e.g., construction sites) shall be considered
outside the Town of Vail.
4. Seasonal work and part time work shall be counted on a pro -rata basis.
Seasonal work and part time work alone may not be adequate to meet
the 30 hours/week average annual requirement. This type of work may
need to augment other employment to meet the minimum eligibility.
5. For the purposes of determining the standing of each applicant, each year
of residency or employment reflects one year. For the portion of time in
excess of a complete year, the Town will round to the next highest number
if the time exceeds six months and one day. If the time is less than six
months, the Town will round down.
6. If two individuals are applying jointly, the years of employment and/or
residency shall not be combined. The single individual with the longest
record of employment and/or residency shall use his or her record for the
purposes of determining longevity.
7. All claims will be verified by Town of Vail staff. Claims of residence
or employment that do not check out or are un -verifiable will not be
counted in determining your eligibility.
8. An application process to establish a reserve list will be maintained open
to the public on a continuous basis.
9. The application and any accompanying documentation shall become the
property of the Town of Vail and will not be returned to the applicant.
V. OCCUPANCY REQUIREMENTS
Once an Employee Housing Unit has been purchased, it must continue to be occupied
in a manner that is consistent with the goals and policies of the Town of Vail Housing
Program, the terms of the recorded deed restriction, Employee Housing Guidelines and
Master Deed Restriction. The purchased Employee Housing Unit must be owner
occupied by:
An employee, working in Eagle County who works an average of thirty (30)
hours per week on an annual basis.
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A retired individual, sixty years or older, who has worked a minimum of five (5)
years in Eagle County for an average of thirty (30) hours per week on an annual
basis.
Notes:
1. A leave of absence may be granted for one year, subject to clear and convincing
evidence which shows a reason for leaving and a commitment to return to the
Vail/Eagle County area may be approved by the Vail Local Housing Authority.
Said evidence shall be in written form presented to the Vail Local Housing
Authority for review and recommendations thirty (30) days prior to leaving. The
Leave of Absence shall be for one year and may, at the discretion of the Vail
Local Housing Authority, be extended for one year, but in no event shall it
exceed two years. The unit must be rented during said year or years to
tenants/residents who comply with occupancy requirements. Rental periods
shall be not less than thirty (30) days. After verification and qualification of
tenant(s), a copy of the executed lease shall be furnished to the Town.
Decisions of the Vail Local Housing Authority may be appealed for further review
to the Vail Town Council.
2. If the Employee Housing Unit is listed for sale and the owner must relocate to
another area, the unit may, upon approval of the Town, be rented prior to
completion of the sale to persons who comply with the occupancy requirements.
A letter must be sent to the Town of Vail Housing Department requesting
permission to rent the unit until sold. A lease of not less than six (6) months must
be provided to the tenants with a sixty (60) day move out clause upon notification
that the unit is sold.
3. Occupants may request waivers to the provisions of this section by providing a
written request to the Town of Vail Housing Department, which will then be
forwarded to the Vail Local Housing Authority for their consideration.
4. Co-signers may be allowed but shall not occupy the unit unless the co-signer
meets the occupancy requirements of this section.
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VI. ANNUAL VERIFICATION REQUIRED; PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION
A. No later than February 1st of each year, the owner of the restricted
employee housing unit shall submit two copies of a sworn affidavit on a
form to be obtained from the Town of Vail Housing Department, to the Vail
Local Housing Authority and the Town of Vail Housing Department
verifying that the employee housing unit continues to be owner occupied
in accordance with the Guidelines, recorded deed restriction and Master
Deed Restriction that the occupant has worked thirty hours per week for
the previous year, and where the occupant has worked.
B. If the Town determines that there has been a violation of the occupancy
standards, the owner of the employee housing unit shall be found to be
in noncompliance. Penalties the Town may assess against the owner
include eliminating resale gain and/or penalties found in the Town of Vail
Municipal Code Title 1, Chapter 4.
VII. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
In conjunction with completing a resale lottery application form to purchase an
employee housing unit, the applicant shall provide the following documentation as
proof of residency and employment:
A. Federal Income Tax return forms. Applicant must provide the last four (4)
years of Federal Income Tax Returns, an audited financial statement, or
acceptable documentation to the Town.
B. Verification of current employment in Vail or Eagle County (i.e., wage stubs,
employer name, address and phone number or other appropriate
documentation as requested by the Town).
C. Landlord verification (proof of residency, physical address, copy of signed
lease or notarized landlord verification).
D. Valid Driver's License (address, issue date)
E. Prequalification for a loan from a mortgage lender.
F. Deposits for down payment shall be verified by the holder of such funds.
G. Any co -ownership interests other than joint tenancy or tenancy -in -common
must be approved by the Town.
H. Signed authorization from the applicant allowing the Town of Vail to
discuss details with applicant's employer.
I. Any documentation which the Town deems necessary to make a
determination.
VIII. FORECLOSURE
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In the event of a foreclosure or of acceptance of a deed in lieu of foreclosure by the
holder (including here and hereinafter assigns of the holder) of the promissory note
secured by a first deed of trust on a deed restricted dwelling unit (hereinafter "the
Property"), and subject to the issuance of a public trustee's deed to the holder following
the expiration of all statutory redemption rights, the Town of Vail (the "Town") shall have
the option to purchase the Property which shall be exercised in the following manner:
a. Notice.
The holder shall give such notice to the Town as is required by law in the
foreclosure proceeding.
Said notice shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, and
addressed as follows:
Housing Department
Town of Vail
75 S. Frontage Road West
Vail, CO 81657
Town Attorney
Town of Vail
75 S. Frontage Road West
Vail, CO. 81657
b. Option to Purchase.
The Town shall have 30 days after issuance of the public trustee's deed or the
acceptance of a deed in lieu of foreclosure by the holder in which to exercise
this option to purchase by tendering to the holder, in cash or certified funds, an
amount equal to the redemption price which would have been required of the
borrower or any person who might be liable upon a deficiency on the last day of
the statutory redemption period(s) and any additional reasonable costs incurred
by the holder during the option period which are directly related to the
foreclosure.
c. Title.
Upon receipt of the option price, the holder shall deliver to the Town a special
warranty deed, conveying the property to the Town. The holder shall convey
only such title as it received through the public trustee's deed and will not create
or participate in the creation of any additional liens or encumbrances against the
Property following issuance of the public trustee's deed to the holder. The holder
shall not be liable for any of the costs of conveyance to the Town or its designee.
d. Release.
In the event that the holder is issued a public trustee's deed and the Town does
not exercise the option to purchase, as provided herein, the Town shall cause to
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be recorded in the records of the Clerk and Recorder of Eagle County a full and
complete release of the describe covenants affecting the
Property which appear in said records in Book at Page_. Such release shall
be placed of record within 14 days after demand therefor by the holder following
expiration of the option and a certified copy of the release shall be mailed to the
holder upon its recordation.
e. Perpetuities Savings Clause.
If any of the terms, covenants, conditions, restrictions, uses, limitations,
obligations or options created by this Option to Purchase shall be unlawful or
void for violation of: (a) the rule against perpetuities or some analogous statutory
provision, (b) the rule restricting restraints on alienation, or (c) any other
statutory or common law rules imposing like or similar time limits, then such
provision shall continue only for the period of the lives of the current duly elected
and seated Town Council of the Town of Vail, Vail, Colorado, their now living
descendants, if any, and the survivor of them, plus twenty-one (21) years.
f. Successors and Assigns.
Except as otherwise provided herein, the provisions and covenants contained
herein shall inure to and be binding upon the heirs, successors and assigns of
the parties hereto.
g. Modifications.
The parties hereto agree that any modification to this option to purchase shall be
effective only when made be writing and signed by both parties and recorded
with the Clerk and Recorder of Eagle County, Colorado.
VII. For additional information, contact the Town of Vail Housing Department.
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TOWN Of 9
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: Resolution No. 25., Series of 2018 - A resolution approving the second
amendment to the Development Agreement between the Town of Vail, The Vail Local Housing
Authority and Sonnenalp Properties, Inc.; and setting forth details in regard thereto.
PRESENTER(S): George Ruther, Housing Director
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with modifications, or deny
Resolution No. 25, Series of 2018
BACKGROUND: The Town of Vail, Vail Local Housing Authority and Sonnenalp Properties, Inc.
have entered into a development agreement to facilitate the construction of 65 new deed -restricted
apartments in the Town of Vail. The parties wish to amend said agreement a second time to
acknowledge an increase in the total number of "restricted units" in the development.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Town of Vail Housing Department recommends the Vail
Town Council approves Resolution No. 25, Series of 2018, as read.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Resolution No. 25, Series of 2015
Development Agreement
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RESOLUTION NO. 25
Series of 2018
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWN OF VAIL, THE VAIL LOCAL HOUSING
AUTHORITY AND SONNENALP PROPERTIES, INC.; AND SETTING FORTH DETAILS
IN REGARD THERETO.
WHEREAS, the Town of Vail (the "Town"), in the County of Eagle and State of
Colorado is a home rule municipal corporation duly organized and existing under the laws
of the State of Colorado and the Town Charter (the "Charter");
WHEREAS, the members of the Town Council of the Town (the "Council") have
been duly elected and qualified;
WHEREAS, Sonnenalp Properties Inc. (the "Developer") is the owner of certain real
property with a physical address of 501 North Frontage Road West, Vail, CO 81658 (the
"Property");
WHEREAS, the Developer plans to redevelop the Property for rental employee
housing (the "Development");
WHEREAS, the Town and the Developer are parties to a certain Development
Agreement dated October 25, 2017 (the "Agreement"); and
WHEREAS, the Town and the Developer wish to modify the Agreement with regard
to the number of units which must be occupied by at least one Qualified Resident who is
employed within the Town's boundaries, but not employed by the Master Lessee (the
"Second Amendment to Development Agreement").
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN
OF VAIL, COLORADO THAT:
1. The Second Amendment to Development Agreement is hereby approved in
substantially the same form attached hereto as Exhibit A and in a form
approved by the Town Attorney, and the Town Manager is hereby authorized
to execute the Second Amendment to Development Agreement on behalf of
the Town.
2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage.
INTRODUCED, PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Town
Council of the Town of Vail held this 19th day of June 2018.
Resolution No. 25, Series of 2018
Dave Chapin,
Mayor of the Town of Vail, Colorado
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ATTEST:
Patty McKenny,
Town Clerk
Resolution No. 25, Series of 2018
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SECOND AMENDMENT TO DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
THIS SECOND AMENDMENT TO DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (the "Second
Amendment") is made this day of , 2018 (the "Effective
Date"), by and among the Town of Vail, Colorado, a Colorado home rule municipality
with an address of 75 South Frontage Road, Vail, Colorado 81657 (the "Town"), the Vail
Local Housing Authority, a local housing authority with an address of 75 South Frontage
Road, Vail, Colorado 81657 (the "VLHA"), and Sonnenalp Properties, Inc. a Colorado
corporation with an address of 20 Vail Rd., Vail, CO 81657 ("Developer") (each
individually a "Party" and collectively the "Parties").
WHEREAS, the Parties entered into a Development Agreement dated October
25, 2017 (the "Agreement");
WHEREAS, the Parties entered into an Amendment to Development Agreement
dated (the "Amendment"); and
WHEREAS, the Parties wish to amend the Agreement as set forth in this Second
Amendment.
NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the mutual promises and
covenants contained herein, the sufficiency of which is mutually acknowledged, the
Parties agree as follows:
1. Section 7.a. of Exhibit B (the "Solar Vail Apartment Homes Rental Guidelines")
of Exhibit A ("Deed Restriction for the Occupancy of Solar Vail Apartment Homes") of
the Agreement is hereby amended to read as follows:
7. Occupancy of Restricted Units.
a. At all times, 10 studio apartment Units and 7 one -bedroom apartment
Units (collectively, the "Restricted Units") shall be occupied by a Qualified Household
that includes at least one Qualified Resident who is employed within the Town's
boundaries, but not employed by the Master Lessee.
2. The remainder of the Agreement, including all Exhibits, shall remain unchanged
and in full force and effect.
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WHEREFORE, the Parties have executed this Second Amendment as of the
Effective Date.
ATTEST:
Patty McKenney, Town Clerk
ATTEST:
Secretary
STATE OF
COUNTY OF
) ss.
TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO
Greg Clifton, Town Manager
VAIL LOCAL HOUSING AUTHORITY
Steve Lindstrom, Chair
DEVELOPER
The foregoing instrument was subscribed, sworn to, and acknowledged
before me this day of , 2018, by
My commission expires:
(S E A L)
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TOWN Of UAIL
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO
ITEM/TOPIC: First Reading of Ordinance No. 11, Series 2018, An Ordinance Making
Adjustments to the Town of Vail General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Housing Fund, and Real
Estate Transfer Tax Fund
PRESENTER(S): Kathleen Halloran, Director of Finance and Carlie Smith, Budget Analyst
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve or approve with amendments Ordinance No.
11, Series 2018
BACKGROUND: Please see attached memo.
STAFF RECOM M ENDAT ION: Approve or approve with amendments Ordinance No. 11,
Series 2018
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
2018 Supp 2
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TOWN OF VAIL:
Memorandum
TO: Vail Town Council
FROM: Finance Department
DATE: June 19, 2018
SUBJECT: 2018 Supplemental Appropriation
I. SUMMARY
On Tuesday evening you will be asked to approve Ordinance 11, the second budget
supplemental appropriation of 2018.
11. BACKGROUND
Mid -Year Revenue Update
This supplemental budget does not adjust any of the town's major revenue projections,
with the exception of finalizing the sales of Chamonix Vail homes. Year to date Sales
Tax collections are up 2.1% through April from the prior year, on point with budget.
Real Estate Transfer Tax collections of $3.1 million are pacing 65% ahead of the prior
year mainly due to sales of units at the Lion, but also on track with budget. Without
sales of units at the Lion, RETT is up 3% from the prior year. Construction Use Tax is
pacing well ahead of last year (up 28% so far), but on track with budget based on
planned projects such as Solar Vail, Red Sandstone Parking Garage and Vail Health.
Construction permits and plan check fees are up year-to-date.
Reserves
Reserves are projected to total $47.7 million at the end of 2018, at a level similar to
2006 since the all time high of $82.0 million in 2016. During 2018, $19.7 million in
reserves will be utilized across all the funds, with $7.2M used by the Capital Projects
Fund and $10.4M by the RETT Fund. The minimum amount of reserves required by
Council is 25% of annual revenues for the General Fund, or approximately $9.8 million.
111. BUDGET SUPPLEMENTAL REQUESTS
General Fund
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
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Council to provide consistent criteria and evaluations. Staff recommendations for these
requests are included as Attachment A.
Budgeted revenue with be adjusted with an increase of $28,517 directly offset by
corresponding expenditures. This includes a $1,000 grant from Healthy -link to be used
towards purchasing a stand up desk and $5,000 state grant funding to be used towards
personnel costs to perform administrative duties for the Northwest Incident
Management Team. Separately, revenue from a Department of Labor marijuana impact
grant will be used to launch a drug awareness campaign aimed at educating youth
($22,517). The grant is also funding other capital expenditures noted later in this memo
(under the heading "Capital Projects Fund").
Staff is requesting an overall increase in budgeted expenditures of $179,609 which
includes $28,517 related to expenditures corresponding to the reimbursements above
and $28,600 related to off -cycle Council Contributions as recommended by staff.
Additional funding requests include $13,332 for 2017 event research invoices received
in 2018. The remaining $109,160 increase in budgeted expenditures is for estimated
staff overtime and neighborhood communications and outreach expenses for the
Colorado Classic including:
• $33,400 police overtime
• $30,000 streets, parks, facilities overtime
• $6,870 fire overtime
• $28,890 for event communication and marketing expenses
• $10,000 for increased bus services
While the cost estimates for the Colorado Classic exceed Council -approved in-kind
services of $65,000 for the event, any expenditure beyond $65,000 will be billed back to
the event. The reimbursement will be included in the 3rd supplemental of 2018 when
final cost impact and reimbursement is known.
Staff is also requesting to increase the funds available for the outstanding loan values of
the Employee Home Ownership Program (EHOP) by $200,000 due to increased
interest from employees. This request will have no impact on the overall budgeted
expenditures in the General Fund but will increase the amount of fund balance that is
restricted for EHOP from $690,000 to $890,000. Funding for this program is considered
a loan to the employee and is secured by the property. The restricted funds for this
program have not been increased since 2010. Since that time, repayments of funds and
equity gains have been available to fund new loans. A total of 35 home purchases have
been assisted by the EHOP program over the past 9 years, with 15 turnovers and 20
outstanding loans to date. The typical loan amount averages $40,000 and the full
amount of available funding has been loaned out. The EHOP program has been a
valuable tool for the town in employee retention and recruitment.
These adjustments to the General Fund 2018 budget result in a net deficit of
$1,464,699 with a resulting fund balance of $27.8M by the end of 2018, or 71% of
annual revenues.
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Capital Projects Fund
With final closings of Chamonix Vail Homes, the budgeted revenue will be adjusted to
accurately reflect the timing (previously the budget had assumed two closings in 2017
with the remainder in 2018). All sales occurred in 2018, totaling $17.7 million. The
budget will be adjusted by an increase of $951,900.
Budgeted revenues will also be adjusted by an increase $83,691 to be offset by
corresponding expenditures relating to a Department of Labor marijuana impact grant.
The grant will be used to purchase license plate readers for two vehicles ($65,291) and
replace the police department's 7- year old intel sharing and briefing software tool
($18,400).
Staff is requesting an overall increase in budgeted expenditures of $413,691 which
includes $83,691 related to expenditures corresponding to the reimbursements above.
The remaining $330,000 of expenditures requested for new projects and project
increases include:
• $300,000 to improve electrical capacity for new data center equipment
replacement and an emergency generator.
• $30,000 additional funding for the new sales tax software due to enhancements
needed to the base product. Final change order amounts are not known at this
time. The original budget was $160,000.
Separately, the Vail Local Housing Authority is requesting an additional $1.5 million in
funding allocated to the InDEED deed restriction program. Please see attached memo
(Attachment B) from the Vail Local Housing Authority for more details on the request.
For informational purposes only, staff has also provided a summary of year to date
spending and a five year outlook of Council spending on prioritized initiatives such as
Housing, Environment and Economic Development (Attachment C). Including the
requested $1.5M increase to the 2018 InDEED program (for total annual funding of
$2.5M), along with $500,000 per year over the span of 2019 — 2022, investment in
Housing initiatives will total $14.5 million over five years. On the other hand, if the
future allocations are increased to $2.5 million annually for the InDEED program, a five-
year investment in Housing initiatives will total $20.5 million.
For comparative purposes only, spending on other priorities such as Environmental
initiatives totals $10.9 million over the next 5 years and spending on Economic
Development totals $13.7 million.
The following budget adjustment has no net impact on budgeted expenditures in the
capital projects fund:
• $175,000 to be transferred to the Vail transit stop improvements project budget
from savings in the West Vail roundabout and sidewalk repair project as
approved by Council on May 1St
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All of the above adjustments will result in an estimated fund balance of $13.2M at the
end of 2018. The five-year fund balance hits a low of $5.4M in 2020 under current
assumptions. If a new annual allocation of $2.5 million for InDEED program is added,
the Capital Projects Fund fund balance will decrease to $1.4M in 2020, not including
any future projects identified for funding.
Housing Fund
The Vail Local Housing Authority's request to increase the 2018 budget by $1,500,000
to fund new InDEED deed restriction applications is reflected in this sub -fund of the
Capital Projects Fund.
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
Budgeted revenues will increase by $30,359 to reflect donations which will be offset by
corresponding expenditures. This includes $28,359 donated by the Vicki and Kent
Logan Family Trust to fund the installation of art by Lawrence Weiner on the western
facing facade of the Vail Village parking structure. $1,000 is a donation toward the Sole
Power Program from East West Partners. The remaining $1,000 is a donation from the
Vorlaufer Home Owners Association for a project at Roger Staub Park to improve park
access. This project is included as park of the 2018 park maintenance budget.
Staff is requesting to supplement budgeted expenditures by a total of $222,059 which
includes $29,359 related to expenditures corresponding to donations listed above. The
remaining $192,700 of expenditures requested for new projects and project increases
include:
• $95,500 to complete construction of a temporary Nature Center structure
approved by Council earlier this year.
• $91,200 for electrical improvements to the east end of Ford Park for consistent
and adequate power for special events and concerts. This project was originally
identified in the 2019 with an estimate of $160,000. Staff is requesting to move
this project forward to the 2018 budget, and reflect budget savings of $68,800.
• $6,000 for two E -bikes for a TOV employee bike share program. The town
currently owns four e- assist bikes that have been a successful new benefit for
Town of Vail employees. The bikes are utilized for work tasks, errands, and
employee wellness.
The above adjustments will result in an estimated fund balance of $724,363 at the end
of 2018. Under the current five-year plan, and adjusted for year-to-date expenditures,
the RETT fund balance is projected to be less than $1.0M for the next two years, and
then increases to $4.9M by 2022, with fewer projects identified.
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2018 Off -Cycle Contributions
A. Vail Recreation District/ Eagle Vail Metro District
Attachment A
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Vail Recreation District in coordination with the Eagle Vail Metro
District is requesting $4,000 to refurbish the Eagle Vail fields. The need for this funding is to ensure a
quality product for Town of Vail supported events that use the fields with most of these events receiving
Commission on Special Events (CSE) funding. Size and growth of tournaments has put heavy use on the
fields and has caused considerable stress on the turf. The funding will be used to aerate, top dress,
fertilize, and sod the fields.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends one time funding of $4,000 to refurbish the Eagle Vail fields. Staff also recommends
collaborating with the Vail Recreation District and the Eagle Vail Metro District to determine a permanent
funding mechanism to keep the fields at a quality level to meet the demands of VRD tournament event
needs.
B. Vail Valley Foundation- Vail Dance Festival
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Vail Dance is requesting $5,800 for a mini podcast series forum filmed
in Vail called "Conversations with Dance". The funding would directly support festival forum costs
including host stipends, travel, and lodging along with marketing and rental fees of Manor Vail Lodge. The
total cost of the series is $5,800 with expected revenue from the forums of $1,200 from ticket sales. The
podcasts debuted during the 2017 festival and were a success with nearly 120,000 listens to date.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends funding $4,600 for the Vail Dance festival forum, "Conversation with Dance". The total
funding recommended is the total cost of the event ($5,800) less the expected revenue from ticket sales
($1,200). This event supports an enrichment activity for Vail visitors as well as speaking to a younger
generation and international audience through the internet.
C. Shipstead Entertainment- Vail Holidays TM ice skating festival
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Shipstead Entertainment is requesting $20,000 cash funding for Vail Holidays TM ice skating festival. The
funding will go towards adding additional activation around town with some paid and free activities
including two free shows; one at Solaris and one at the Arrabelle. The skate festival events will include
elite performers and coaches for shows and skating clinics. Shipstead Entertainment is also requesting in-
kind funding of two days at Dobson arena (Dec 15th and 16th) for a show and a two day clinic. Shipstead
Entertainment was unaware of Town of Vail funding until February 2018. For 2019 event funding, they will
go through the Commission on Special Events contribution process.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends a cash contribution of $20,000 for the Vail Holidays TM ice skating festival. This event
supports the joint goal of Town of Vail and Vail Resorts by providing robust off -mountain entertainment
opportunities during the low demand early winter season time period. Staff also recommends funding the
in-kind request for two days at Dobson with the appropriate approval and coordination with the Vail
Recreation District. Shipstead Entertainment will be responsible for hard costs for use of the Dobson
Arena such as set-up, tear -down, cleaning and utilities. The Commission on Special Events endorses this
event and has formally shown its support in a memo included with the attached application.
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Attachment B
MEMORANDUM
To: Vail Town Council
From: Vail Local Housing Authority
Date: June 15, 2018
Re: 2018 Budget Supplemental Appropriation — Vail InDEED Program
I. Purpose
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide written justification and a recommendation from the
Vail Local Housing Authority (VLHA) on a request for supplemental appropriations for the Vail InDEED
Program.
II. Request
The Vail Local Housing Authority met to discuss a Supplemental Appropriation to the 2018 Town of Vail
Budget for the Vail InDEED Program. The Vail Local Housing Authority is requesting the Vail Town
Council appropriate an additional $1.5M to the 2018 Budget for the Vail InDEED program. The
justification for this requested sum includes the following:
1. The Vail Town Council instructed the VLHA and the staff to actively market the program. That
effort is now underway. In spite of active marketing, and mainly by word of mouth advertising,
the program has garnered much success to date. A total of $944K has been spent on 10 deed -
restriction acquisitions. More than $700K in requests is awaiting funding considerations.
2. Any Vail InDEED funds remaining at the end of 2018 could be re -appropriated to the 2019
Budget.
3. At the current run rate and average purchase price of $94k per deed restriction, an additional
+1-15 deed restrictions could be acquired.
4. The Housing Department continues to receive daily inquires about the program. A percentage
of which will turn into submitted applications.
The Vail Local Housing Authority is continuing to evaluate this new and innovative program with the
intent of getting a better understanding on annual funding needs in light of stated housing goals and
objectives. The outcomes of this evaluation will be used to make future year budget requests for the
Vail InDEED Program.
III. Recommendation
The Vail Local Housing Authority recommends the Vail Town Council appropriates $1.5M for the Vail
InDEED Program. The $1.5M request is based upon current application requests and future projections
through the end of the 2018 budget cycle.
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Vail InDEED Summary June 19, 2018
Budget
$1,000,000
Property Address
Legal Address
Complex Name
Square Feet
# Beds
Requested
Amount
Contracted
Amount
1136 Sandstone Dr.
A107
Homestake at Vail Unit
A107
Homestake at Vail
675
2
$115,000
$65,000
2850 Basingdale Blvd.
A
Vail intermountain
Dev. Sub, Block 9, Lot
B Unit: A & 1/2 Interest
in Common Parcel C
NA
2,130
3
$106,500
$104,500
2850 Basingdale Blvd.
B
Vail intermountain
Dev. Sub, Block 9, Lot
B Unit: B & 1/2 Interest
in Common Parcel C
NA
2,130
3
$106,500
$104,500
2860 Basingdale Blvd.
A
Vail intermountain
Dev. Sub, Block 9, Lot
A Unit: A & 1/2 Interest
in Common Parcel C
NA
2,130
3
$106,500
$104,500
2860 Basingdale Blvd.
B
Vail intermountain
Dev. Sub, Block 9, Lot
A Unit: B & 1/2 Interest
in Common Parcel C
NA
2,130
3
$106,500
$104,500
2195 Chamonix Ln 6A
Pine Ridge TH Phase
III Unit 6
Pine Ridge TH Phase III
1,100
2
$150,000
$90,000
980 Vail View Drive
C115
Brooktree Townhomes
Bldg C Unit 115
Brooktree Townhomes
640
1
$65,000
$60,000
2783 Kinnikinnick Rd
#7
Innsbruck Condo Unit
7
Innsbruck Condo
704
2
$100,000
$70,000
2308 Garmisch Dr. 15B
Garmisch Townhomes
Unit 15B
Garmisch Townhouses
2,040
3
$180,000
$150,000
4192 Spruce Way
#210A
Altair Vail Inn Unit
210A
Altair Vail Inn
1,180
2
$190,000
$91,000
TOTALS
Pending Requests
Expenditures
2018 Due Diligence Fees
2018 TOTAL
4
14,859
24
6,857 15
$1,226,000
$720,240
$944,000
$944,000
$10,000
$954,000
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Council Spending on Priority Items
Based on 2018 - 2022 budget plan years
Department operations
5 -years of operations
Programs
2018 Budget
4 -year plan
Capital projects
Chamonix Vail
Solar Vail
Housing
- -
2.0 FTEs (Housing Director and Housing Coordinator)
1,625,700 $325,140 per year (2018) for 5 years; Does not include
inflationary factor for wages
$ 2,261,550 YTD spending and supplemental request for 2018
$ 2,000,000 $500K / year per Capital Projects 5 year plan for
INDEED program
$ 4,300,000 Development
$ 4,330,000 Purchase of 66 deed restrictions
Infrastructure and land subsidy of Chamonix Housing
$ 14,517,250
If annual InDEED funding increases to $2.5M, this is the
$ 20,517,250 adjusted 5 year total spend on Housing
Environment
Department operations
2.0 FTEs (Environmental Sustainability Manager,
Environmental Planner
1,109,825 $221,965 per year (2018) for 5 years; Does not include
inflationary factor for wages
Programs
2018 programs. Includes Actively Green, Sustainable
$ 317,598 Destination certification, recycling, education and
public outreach
$ 1,070,000 Annual programs for years 2019 - 2022
Capital projects
Water Quality
Streambank
East Vail
5,500,000 5 -year budget plan for Water Quality Infrastructure
improvements
1,800,000 5 -year budget plan for Streambank Mitigation
East Vail water quality TAPS project (funded with
1,100,000 $700K CDOT grant)
Total
$ 10,897,423 -
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Attachment C
Economic Development
Department operations
3.0 FTEs (Economic Dev Director, Events Liason
Specialist, Special Events Coordinator)
2,797,385 $559,477per year (2018) for 5 years; Does not include
inflationary factor for wages
375,000 Eagle Air Alliance ($75K per year)
Programs
$ 4,591,000 Includes Council contributions and iconic events
CSE 5 -year estimated spending; includes Educ &
5,985,575
Enrichment & Fireworks funding
funding source
Capital projects
Total $ 13,748,960
2018
Original
Budget
TOWN OF VAIL 2018 BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
GENERAL FUND
1st
Supplemental
2018
Amended
2nd
Supplemental
2018
Amended
Revenue
Local Taxes: $ 26,146,000
Sales Tax Split b/t Gen'I Fund & Capital Fund 62/38
Sales Tax 16,149,000
Property and Ownership 5,300,000
Lift Tax 5,212,600
Franchise Fees, Penalties, and Other Taxes 1,151,137
Licenses & Permits 1,747,787
Intergovernmental Revenue
Transportation Centers
Charges for Services
Fines & Forfeitures
Earnings on Investments
Rental Revenue
Misc
Total Revenue
Expenditures
Salaries
Benefits
Subtotal Compensation and Benefits
Contributions and Special Events
All Other Operating Expenses
Heavy Equipment Operating Charges
Heavy Equipment Replacement Charges
Dispatch Services
Total Expenditures
Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures
Planning Projects
Civic Area/Dobson Master Plan
West Vail Master Plan
1,980,972
5,388,000
922,264
254,156
131,000
1,064,138
180,000
$ 26,146,000
62/38
16,149,000
5,300,000
(268,400) 4,944,200
1,151,137
1,747,787
35,700
2,016,672
(240,100) 5,147,900
922,264
254,156
131,000
1,064,138
180,000
27,517
$ 26,146,000
62/38
16,149,000
5,300,000
4,944,200
1,151,137
1,747,787
2,044,189
$22.5K DOLA grant for Drug Awareness Campaign; NWIMT state grant
reimbursement ($5K) - See corresponding expenditures below
5,147,900
922,264
254,156
131,000
1,064,138
1,000 181,000 Health Link Grant ($1 K) - See corresponding expenditure below
39,481,054
(472,800) 39,008,254
28,517 39,036,771
18,794,352
6,767,047
25,561,399
109,000 18,903,352
37,000 6,804,047
146,000 25,707,399
80,770 18,984,122 Staff overtime for Colorado Classic ($76.2K); $4,500 for staff to perform
administrative work for NWIMT
500 6,804,547 $1,000 for staff to perform administrative work for NWIMT
81,270 25,788,669
Off -Cycle Contribution Funding: VRD for Eagle Vail fields ($4K), Vail
2,075,093 196,000 2,271,093 41,932 2,313,025 Skating Festival ($20K), Vail Dance podcast forums ($4.6K); 2017; Event
8,048,059
2,385,076
725,926
659,608
49,700
8,097,759
2,385,076
725,926
659,608
56,407
8,154,166
2,385,076
725,926
659,608
39,455,161
391,700 39,846,861
179,609 40,026,470
25,893
(838,607)
(989,699)
(125,000)
(350,000)
(125,000)
(350,000)
(125,000)
(350,000)
Revenue Net of Transfers & New Programs (449,107)
Beginning Fund Balance 27,651,283
Ending Fund Balance $ 27,202,176
As % of Annual Revenue 69%
EHOP balance included in ending fund balance -
not spendable $ 690,000
1,638,048
(1,313,607)
29,289,331
27,975,724
(1,464,699)
29,289,331
$ 27,824,632
72%
71%
$ 690,000 $ 200,000 $ 890,000
5
research invoices ($13.3K)
Use of Health Link grant for standup desk ($1 K)- See corresponding
reimbursement above; Neighbor communications and outreach for the
Colorado Classic ($28.9K); Increased bus service for Colorado Classic
($4k); Drug awareness campaign paid for by DOLA grant ($22.5K)
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SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
New Project Requests
2018
1st
2018
2nd
2018
Budget
Supplemental
Amended
Supplemental
Amended
Revenue
Total Sales Tax Revenue:
$ 26,046,000
$ 26,046,000
$ 26,046,000
2018 at 2% increase from 2017 projected (1% decrease from 2016 actuals)
Sales Tax Split between General Fund & Capital Fund
62/38
62/38
62/38
Sales Tax - Capital Projects Fund
$ 9,897,000
$ 9,897,000
$ 9,897,000
Use Tax
1,975,900
1,975,900
1,975,900
2018 at 2% increase from 2017 amended; plus estimates for Mountain View
Other State Revenue
-
-
83,691 83,691
DOLA grant for license plate readers (2 vehicles) and upgraded police Intel sharing software program
Lease Revenue
159,135
159,135
159,135
Per Vail Commons commercial (incr. every 5 years); adjusted to remove residential lease revenue ($38K)
Sales of Chamonix Housing Development Units
16,742,000
16,742,000
951,900
17,693,900
Sale of Chamonix Housing Units
Project Reimbursement
5,843,802
50,000
5,893,802
5,893,802
2018: Red Sandstone parking structure reimbursement with $4.3M from Vail Resorts and $1.5M from Eagle County
School District; $50K Use of Holy Cross Community Enhancement Funds to offset project to bury electric lines from
Liftside to Glen Lyon Office Building- see corresponding expense below
Timber Ridge Loan repayment
489,419
489,419
489,419
$28.5K interest on $1.9M loan to TR; Principal and interest on $8M loan to Timber Ridge Fund
Earnings on Investments and Other
38,723
38,723
38,723
0.7% rate assumed on available fund balance
Total Revenue
35,145,979
50,000
35,195,979
1,035,591
36,231,570
Expenditures
Maintain Town Assets
Bus Shelters
30,000
88,825
118,825
118,825
Re -appropriate for Annual bus shelter maintenance; 3 bus shelters are currently being evaluted
Parking Structures
695,000
695,000
695,000
2018: Various repairs including deck topping replacement, expansion joint repairs, ventilation, HVAC, plumbing and
other structural repairs
Welcome Center Maintenance
250,000
250,000
250,000
2018: Furniture replacement for Lionshead Welcome Center- current furniture has reached it's 5 year life. This includes
paint and built in desks ect;
Children's Garden of Leaming- Boiler Replacement
12,800
12,800
12,800
Council Contribution for boiler replacement
Traffic Impact Fee and Transportation Master Plan Updates
200,000
33,482
233,482
233,482
2018: $233.5K for 20 -year Transportation Master Plan to coincide with West Vail Master Plan.
Neighborhood Bridge Repair
-
689,134
689,134
689,134
Kinnickinnick (West) Bridge Repair, West Forest Bridge Repair; Scheduled for 2019 (Reappropriation from 2017)
Facilities Capital Maintenance
476,000
476,000
476,000
Various repairs to town buildings including the upkeep of exterior (roofing, siding surfaces, windows, doors), interior
finishes (paint, carpet, etc.), and mechanical equipment (boilers, air handlers, etc.).
Donovan Park Pavilion
5,000
10,000
15,000
15,000
Annual Maintenance
Street Light Improvements
50,000
97,057
147,057
147,057
Re -appropriate for annual maintenance to street lights; 2018: $50K LED light enhancements
Capital Street Maintenance
1,220,000
-
1,220,000
1,220,000
On-going maintenance to roads and bridges including asphalt overlays, patching and repairs;
Town -wide camera system
70,000
70,000
140,000
140,000
Re -appropriate to replace Bosch system(30 cameras) originally scheduled in 2017 ($70K each year until 2019);
Audio -Visual capital maintenance
18,000
18,000
18,000
Audio visual, phone and IT equipment for an EOC at the West Vail Fire Station
Document Imaging
30,000
30,000
30,000
Annual maintenance, software licensing, and replacement schedule for scanners and servers.
Software Licensing
217,000
217,000
83,691
217,000
2018:Upgrade Microsoft products on all equipment to continue until 2019; renewal of licenses; $3K per year increase
from original 5 year plan due to additional software products; 2018: Includes Virtual Desktop terminal services
replacement and $75K for Asset Management software *placeholder*.
Police Equipment
26,100
26,100
109,791
2018: Replace existing headsets, vests, and helmets for 6 SOU members ($20.5K), Upgrade mass casualty supplies in
patrol cars ($5.6K); DOLA grant for License plate readers for two vehicles ($65.3K) upgraded police Intel sharing
platform ($18.4K)
Hardware Purchases
150,000
150,000
150,000
2018: Replacement of 50 workstations
Data Center (Computer Rooms)
15,000
894,036
909,036
909,036
Re -appropriate for relocation of data center; This includes remodel / retrofit of upper and lower computer rooms
(power, heating / cooling, fire suppression).
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CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
New Project Requests
2018
1st
2018
2nd
2018
Budget
Supplemental
Amended
Supplemental
Amended
Data Center equipment replacement and generator
-
--
300,000
Replace data center server infrastructure; upgrade and replace emergency generator to increase capacity
Website and e-commerce
12,000
12,000
12,000
Internet security & application interfaces; website maintenance; includes $550/month for web hosting svcs
Fiber Optics / Cabling Systems in Buildings
62,000
62,000
62,000
2017/2018: Repair, maintain & upgrade cabling/network Infrastructure; 2018: Install fiber optics from data center to
CenturyLink
Network upgrades
30,000
30,000
30,000
Computer network systems - replacement cycle every 3-5 years
Phone System
52,000
25,220
77,220
77,220
IPO Phone system replacement ($25.2K); normal replacement of (pads, (phones ($20K); phone system; replacement
of phones, headsets
Business Systems Replacement
-
308,700
308,700
0,000 338,700
Re-appropriate for $1.3K for final bills for financial statement module, $160K for sales tax software, $90K STR
software; $19K for Com Dev project Docs software; $38K new bus scheduling software (approx. operating costs is
$20/yr.) $30K supplemented for sales tax software due to needed enhancements
Public Safety System
74,000
23,768
97,768
97,768
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; Re-appropriate for Fire and
police mobile data computer replacement ($24K)
Extrication Equipment
100,000
100,000
100,000
To purchase updated extrication equipment that will work with newer and more advanced vehicles
Generator for East Vail Fire Station
-
-
-
Replacement outdated generator at Station 1
RHMAEC trailer (TOV's portion)
60,000
60,000
60,000
TOV's portion of a RHMAEC(Regional Hazardous Association of Eagle County)- Eagle county is putting $120K towards
this vehicle. In return for TOV's higher contribution yearly RHMAEC fees will be credited.
Fire engine equipment
50,000
50,000
50,000
To purchase the necessary fire engine equipment to fully equip 4th fire engine; this will allow this vehicle to be used
when other engines our being repaired or in an emergency
Vehicle Expansion
265,000
265,000
265,000
2018: Snow Blower ($200K), Landscape architect truck ($30K), Drug Task Force vehicle ($35K)
Total Maintenance
4,169,900
2,240,222
6,410,122
413,691
6,823,813
Enhancement of Town Assets
Guest Services Enhancements/Wayfinding
-
647,684
647,684
647,684
Continuation of Guest Service / Wayfinding enhancements outside of VRA district
Lionshead Express Bus Stop Improvements (VRA)
400,000
400,000
400,000
Improvements to Lionshead Express Bus stop to allow for West bound stop and turnaround
Vail Spa Heated Walk (VRA)
250,000
250,000
250,000
Connect the Lion with Vail Spa via heated sidewalks;
Energy Enhancements
-
87,899
87,899
87,899
Re-appropriate to upgrade Holy Cross transformers and services for more electric charging stations
Heated walkway between underpass and First chair (VRA)
281,432
281,432
281,432
Re-appropriation for heated walk between the underpass and First Chair building to be completed in conjunction with
RSES parking structure
Pedestrian Safety Enhancements
1,500,000
-
1,500,000
1,500,000
2018: Lighting for Main Vail roundabouts and West Vail Roundabouts (approved by council on 7/5/16);
Transit Stop Improvements
475,000
475,000
650,000
2018:Transit Lane for express buses at Vail Village Transit Center; Add pedestrian improvements, bus turning
improvements to West Vail Arosa bus stop in West Vail; Transfer of $175K from West Vail Sidewalk repairs as
approved by Council on 5/1- See corresponding budget decrease below
West Vail Roundabout
350,000
350,000
350,000
West Vail roundabout concrete replacement/repair near Marriott Streamside (currently there is exposed re-bar)
Library Self-Check System Updates
20,000
18,000
38,000
38,000
Re-appropriate for Library replacement kiosk and security gate replacement
Chamonix- TOV
-
230,322
230,322
230,322
Chamonix contingency- TOV
East Meadow Drive Snowmelt
-
800,000
800,000
800,000
Re-appropriation for Snowmelt major repairs from Solaris to Austria House/Covered Bride area to be done at same
time as the Slifer Square construction. This includes paver removal, snowmelt, asphalt replacements with concrete
pavers; To be done in conjunction with Slifer Square
Slifer Plaza/ Fountain/Storm Sewer
3,000,000
1,377,119
4,377,119
4,377,119
Repairs to Silfer Square fountain and storm sewers
West Vail Interchange Sidewalk Repair
500,000
500,000
■ (175,000) 325,000
Transfer $175K to Vail transit stop improvements as approved by Council on 5/1- See corresponding budget
increase above; $325K to repair sidewalk damage underneath the 1-70 bridge
Neighborhood Road Reconstruction
-
54,740
54,740
I 54,740
Re-appropriate for continuation of shared drainage project with ERWSD on Rockledge Rd/Frontage Rd
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CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
New Project Requests
2018
1st
2018
2nd
2018
Budget
Supplemental
Amended
Supplemental
Amended
Neighborhood Bridge Reconstruction
200,000
1,354,106
1,554,106
1,554,106
Re -appropriate for Bridge Road construction scheduled for 2018
Lionshead Parking Structure Landscape Renovations (VRA)
100,000
100,000
100,000
Re -appropriate for improvements to parking structure landscaping around the eastern areas of the Lionshead where
trees have been lost and planting eroded by years of snow storage
Colorado Ski Museum renovation
-
500,000
500,000
500,000
Re -appropriate for town contribution toward expansion and remodel of Colorado Ski Museum (paid in 2018)
Parking Entry System / Equipment
93,037
93,037
93,037
Re -appropriate for ongoing parking equipment maintenance; $75K for conversion of Ford Park gates to automatic
ticketing system to enhance Ford Park parking management
Radio Equipment replacement/expansion
600,000
260,340
860,340
860,340
Re -appropriate for additional radios for backup radios and crew expansion; related yearly County fees ($10K) included
in HEF; Previously $693K budgeted in 2014 for replacement of approximately 59 radios for PW, PD and Fire. Adjusted
to only include radios purchased over 12 years ago (in 2008 the town replaced a number of radios; these will not be
replaced until 2018)
Hybrid Bus Battery Replacement
431,772
431,772
431,772
Re -appropriate for scheduled replacement; Estimated life of 6 years; While batteries are passed their lifecycle
replacement has not been needed as of yet
Replace Buses
-
3,229,587
3,229,587
3,229,587
Re -appropriate for 7 buses ordered in 2017 scheduled for replacement and delivery in 2018 ($440.5K per bus);
Public Works Shops & Maintenance Buildings
150,000
150,000
300,000
300,000
Re -appropriate for Public Works shops HVAC ($150K each in 2017 and 2018)
Public Works Building Remodel
150,000
150,000
150,000
2018: $150K Design for PW building remodel
Public Works Equipment Wash Down/WO Improvements
246,967
246,967
246,967
Re -appropriate for exterior wash area for large trucks not safe in the winter; also includes improvement to how the
waste water is disposed
Total Enhancements
7,595,000
9,863,005
17,458,005
-
17,458,005
New Assets
Municipal Redevelopment
300,643
300,643
300,643
Re -appropriate for planning of possible future municipal building redevelopment evaluated as part of the Civic Center
Area Master Plan
Red Sandstone Parking Structure (VRA)
13,718,912
978,041
14,696,953
14,696,953
Re -appropriate for construction of 4 level parking structure at Red Sandstone Elementary school, with contributions
from Vail Resorts ($4.3M) and Eagle County School District ($1.5M); Remainder to be reimbursed by VRA overtime
VVMC / TOV Frontage Road improvements
202,229
202,229
202 229
Re -appropriate for VVMC/TOV joint project on Frontage Road; Improvements would span from LH Parking structure to
Municipal building; Design funded by Traffic Impact Fee funds; Original Plan: 2020: VVMC plans for expansion;
Improvements wouldfornal span from LH ParkingofChamonix structureVail to Municipal building; funded by VRA ($3.6M to be repaid by VRA
$100K in 2020 and $3.5M in 2021, Traffic impact fee ($3.15M), Remaining CPF & Developments ($2.25M)
Chamonix Housing Development
-
4,083,151
4,083,151
4,083,151
Re -appropriate ficonstruction
1-70 Underpass (VRA)
492,990
492,990
492,990
Re -appropriate for final bills; 2015-2017 is the town's portion of this project since we were awarded RAMP funding from
CDOT and includes the budget increase approved by both Council and CDOT
East LH Circle pathway to Dobson (VRA)
93,560
93,560
93,560
Re -appropriate planning and design to Improve connection from the E LionsHead bus stop to Dobson originally
scheduled in 2016; Project has been moved to unfunded pending the civic center master plan revision
Dobson Plaza (VRA)
-
100,000
100,000
100,000
Re -appropriate planning/design to redevelop the center plaza of Dobson for better flow of bus traffic, people traffic
(concerts) originally scheduled in 2016; Project has been moved to unfunded pending the civic center master plan
revision
Buy -down Program(Affordable Housing)
500,000
(500,000)
-
-
Allocate $500K for InDeed program with a transfer to 2017 Housing Fund Budget;
Underground Utility improvements
121,128
121,128
121,128
Re -appropriate $50K for undergrounding electric between Glen Lyon office building and Liftside; Remaining for Big
Horn Rd and S Frontage Rd design to be completed in 2018
Total New Assets:
14,218,912
5,871,742
20,090,654
-
20,090,654
Total Expenditures
25,983,812
17,974,969
43,958,781
413,691
44,372,472
Other Financing Sources (Uses)
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CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
New Project Requests
2018
1st
2018
2nd
2018
Budget
Supplemental
Amended
Supplemental
Amended
Transfer from Vail Reinvestment Authority
2,156,000
2,046,023
4,202,023
4,202,023
2018: $1.5M Red Sandstone, $400K Lionshead Express Bus Stop, $206K Vail Spa heated sidewalk; Re -appropriate
$2.0M from unused 2017
Transfer to Housing Fund
(761,550)
(761,550)00)
(2,261,550)
$1.5M transfer to Vail InDeed Housing Fund; Fund the purchase Altair Vail unit $261.6K by Housing Fund; $500K
transfer to fund the Vail InDeed program
Transfer to Dispatch Fund
-
-
-
-
Transfer from Dispatch for Radio Tower project (TOV portion)
Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures
11,318,167
(16,640,496)
(5,322,329)
(878,100)
(6,200,429)
Beginning Fund Balance
5,057,591
14,327,108
19,384,700
19,384,700
Ending Fund Balance
16,375,759
14,062,372
13,184,272
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SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
HOUSING FUND
2018 1st 2018 2nd 2018
Original Supplemental Amended Supplemental Amended
Revenue
Housing Fee in Lieu (balance) $ - $ $ $ $ -
Housing Fee in Lieu (2017 collections)
Transfer from Capital Projects Fund (balance) -
Capital Projects Funding - New 761,550 761,550 1,500,000 2,261,550
Total Revenue - 761,550 761,550 1,500,000 2,261,550
Expenditures
InDEED Program - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,500,000 2,500,000
Solar Vail Housing Development 4,225,000 4,225,000 4,225,000
Buy Down Housing 429,049 429,049 429,049
Total Expenditures - 5,654,049 5,654,049 1,500,000 7,154,049
Operating Income
Beginning Fund Balance
(4,892,499) (4,892,499) - (4,892,499)
4,892,499 4,892,499
Ending Fund Balance $ - $ $
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SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX
New project Requests
2018
1st
2018
2nd
2018
Budget
Supplemental
Amended
Supplemental
Amended
Revenue
Real Estate Transfer Tax
$ 6,100,000
$ 6,100,000
$ 6,100,000
2018 is a 3% increase from 2017 budget and includes some additional from new real estate
sales such as Lion
Golf Course Lease
165,000
165,000
165,000
Annual lease payment from Vail Recreation District; annual increase will be based on CPI -
deposited to "Recreation Enhancement Account" (accompanying expenditure listed below)
Intergovernmental Revenue
20,000
215,847
235,847
235,847
2018: $30K Fishing is Fun grant for Gore Creek riparian habitat improvements; $12K grant
from the Colorado Department of Agriculture for TOV noxious weed program; $39K GOCO
grant for riparian plants near covered bridge and Vail Valley Drive; $135K state funding for
water mitigation at PW to be received in 2018 when work is completed; $20K lottery
revenue
Project Reimbursements
-
6,000
6,000
6,000
2018: $6K Contribution from the Nature Conservancy for Intermountain Fuels Project;
Donations
-
2,098
2,098
32,457
$28.4K donation from Vicki and Kent Logan Family Trust for installation of Lawrence
Weiner art; $1 K donation from Varlaufer HOA for Roger Staub park maintenance
access improvements included in the capital maintenance budget; $1K donation from
East West Partners for Sole Power prizes; $2.1 K use of Sole Power Donations
Recreation Amenity Fees
10,000
10,000
10,000
Earnings on Investments and Other
49,059
49,059
49,059
0.7% rate assumed; 2018: Reimbursement from bag fee collections for Clean -Up Day and
America Recycles Day.
Total Revenue
6,344,059
223,945
6,568,004
30,359
6,598,363
Expenditures
Maintain Town Assets
Annual Park and Landscape Maintenance
1,669,395
27,000
1,696,395
1,696,395
Ongoing path, park and open space maintenance, project mgmt.; $12K grant from the
Colorado Department of Agriculture for the town's noxious weed program; $15K to renew
partnership with USFS for noxious weed management program
Management Fee to General Fund (5%)
305,000
305,000
305,000
5% of RETT Collections - fee remitted to the General Fund for administration
Tree Maintenance
65,000
65,000
65,000
Regular maintenance for tree health within the town (spraying, removing, new trees); scale
spraying on town -owned property at approx. $120 per tree; Initiating tree -planting program
for lost trees
Forest Health Management
277,248
277,248
277,248
Operating budget for Wildland Fire crew
Forest Health VHF Radios
31,863
31,863
31,863
2018: 13 VHF radios for Wildland crew ($2,450/each) for incidents outside of Eagle County;
Will enable communication with other agencies using this technology such as Summit
County
Intermountain Fuels Reduction
5,000
69,328
74,328
74,328
Re -appropriate 2017 to complete Intermountain Fuels Project $63.3K and reflect Nature
Conservancy contribution $6K- See corresponding reimbursement above; 2018: Phase III
($5K); 2017 included $677.7K for Phase II and contributions from Eagle County($20K) and
Nature Conservancy ($36K);2016 included $63.7K for Phase I
Street Furniture Replacement
25,000
25,000
25,000
Annual replacement or capital repairs, benches, recycling and bike racks
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REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX
New project Requests
2018
1st
2018
2nd
2018
Budget
Supplemental
Amended
Supplemental
Amended
Rec. Path Capital Maint
110,986
110,986
110,986
Capital maintenance of the town's recreation path system
Park / Playground Capital Maintenance
160,076
75,000
235,076
235,076
2018: Transfer $75K from Stephen's park for park safety improvements; Annual
maintenance items include projects such as playground surface refurbishing, replacing bear -
proof trash cans, painting/staining of play structures, picnic shelter additions/repairs, and
fence maintenance; 2018 also includes $54K increase for improvements to access into
Roger Staub Park
Alpine Garden Support
69,700
69,700
69,700
Annual operating support of the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens; annual increase to follow town's
general operating annual increase
Alpine Garden Fountains
19,000
19,433
38,433
38,433
Re -appropriate 2017 Council Contribution to complete repairs to BFAG water features -
original contribution $30K
Eagle River Watershed Support
45,450
45,450
45,450
Annual support of the Eagle River Watershed Council programs
Public Art - Operating
111,201
-
111,201
111,201
Art in Public Places programming
Environmental Sustainability
489,465
43,098
532,563
539,563
$1K for Sole Power awards and prizes- see corresponding donation above from East
West Partners; $6K for two new E -bikes for Town of Vail employee program;
Environmental EMS system $34K ($12K re -appropriate from 2017, $22K new funding), $2K
Local Climate Resolution approved 12/5, $5K Annual Rocky Mountain Climate Membership;
$2.1 K for Sole Power awards and prizes- See corresponding reimbursement above:
Environmental Sustainability programs
Total Maintenance
3,384,384
233,859
3,618,243
7,000
3,625,243
Enhancement of Town Assets
Gore Valley Trail Reconstruction Conoco to Donovan
450,000
450,000
450,000
Gore Valley Trail Reconstruction between Conoco and Donovan Pavilion
Glen Lyon Rec. Path Reconstruction
-
-
Reconstruction of Glen Lyon Rec Path to be completed with the construction of the 1-70
underpass ($150K)
North Recreation Path- Sun Vail to Pedestrian Bridge
125,000
110,000
235,000
235,000
$110K requested for the North Recreation Bike Path reconstruction on North Frontage road
between Sun Vail and the pedestrian Bridge estimated at $235K to coincide with Red
Sandstone parking garage project
Chalet Road Sport Courts
-
38,463
38,463
38,463
Re -appropriate to install acoustic barriers to minimize noise
Soft Surface Trails
100,000
68,109
168,109
168,109
Re -appropriate for trail enhancements pending Open Lands discussion
Vail Transit Center Landscape
125,000
125,000
125,000
Landscaping at Vail Transit Center to coincide with construction of additional bus lane at
Vail TRC
Donovan Park Improvements
-
-
-
-
Final payment for Donovan Park picnic shelter and playground maintenance completed in
2017
Library Recreation Path Reconstruction
-
-
-
-
Repairs to the recreation path from the Vail Library to Lionshead
Streamtract Education/Mitigation
103,061
103,061
103,061
Re -appropriate for water quality and streamtract education, outreach, signage and
marketing; water quality personnel
Water Quality Infrastructure
1,050,000
1,462,181
2,512,181
2,512,181
Re -appropriation of 2017 funds to continue water quality improvement to Gore Creek;
Stormwater site specific water and water quality construction projects as part of "Restore
the Gore"
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TOWN OF VAIL 2018 PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX
New project Requests
2018
1st
2018
2nd
2018
Budget
Supplemental
Amended
Supplemental
Amended
Mitigation
Streambankappropriate
350,000
550,458
900,458
900,458
2018: $30K Fishing is Fun grant for Gore Creek riparian habitat improvements; $38,847
Great Outdoors grant for riparian plants near covered bridge and Vail Valley Drive; Re-
Riparian Site specific construction projects for Water Quality Strategic Action
Plan
East Vail Water Quality TAPS
-
1,125,111
1,125,111
1,125,111
Re -appropriate for East Vail Water Quality Improvements; Rollover Includes CDOT TAP
grant funding of $700K in 2017
East Vail Interchange Improvements
500,000
923,960
1,423,960
1,423,960
Re -appropriate for landscaping design and construction of the interchange
Dowd Junction repairs and improvements
1,800,000
338,515
2,138,515
2,138,515
Continuation for re -stabilization of Dowd Junction path; Repairs to culverts, drainage, and
preventative improvements; project in cooperation with Eagle River Water and Sand
(ERWSC)- scheduled for Fall 2018
Stephens Park Safety Improvements
225,000
(75,000)
150,000
150,000
2018: Transfer $75K to Capital Park Maintenance to address urgent park safety needs in a
variety of playgrounds; Access improvements to include extended sidewalk, new stairs and
other site improvements; playground was built in 1990's
Bighorn Park Improvements
-
13,208
13,208
13,208
2018: Re -appropriate for drainage repairs and improvements near pavilion $13.2K
Ford Park Portal Improvements
-
23,868
23,868
23,868
Re -appropriate for final portal feature
Open Lands Plan
150,000
254,623
404,623
404,623
Continuation of Comprehensive Open Lands Plan Update
Open Space Land Acquisition
-
150,000
150,000
150,000
Acquisition of East Moran streamtract parcel
Booth Creek Park
-
40,000
40,000
:,359
40,000
2018: Re -appropriate $40K to modify foot traffic pattern in park
Public Art - General program / art
85,000
533,226
618,226
646,585
$28.4K donation to be used for installation costs for Lawrence Weiner art; To
purchase sculptures, artwork, art programs and events; remainder is re -appropriated each
year to accumulate enough funds. Also includes 2017 sales from manhole covers
Public Art - Winterfest
-
352
352
352
Carry over balance from 2017 for final 2017/2018 Winterfest bills ($352).
Seibert Memorial Statue
-
150,000
150,000
150000
Placeholder for Pete Seibert Memorial statue- contigent upon remaiing funds to be raised
during 2018 budget year
Total Enhancements
4,960,000
5,810,135
10,770,135
28,359
10,798,494
VRD-Managed Facility Projects
Recreation Enhancement Account
165,000
140,094
305,094
305,094
Annual rent paid by Vail Recreation District; to be re -invested in asset maintenance;
Golf Course - Other
384,769
622,372
1,007,141
1,007,141
Re -appropriate from 2017 for design and planning to replace bridges at holes 13 & 14
($50K), replace stone veneer with timber railings ($16.4K),rebuild irrigation pumps ($13.1K);
$400K for storage building; asphalt driving and parking area; 2018: Replacement of bridges
at holes 14&15 ($370.7K), replace radiant tube heaters ($11.3K), pump house exterior
($2.8K);
Dobson Ice Arena
68,206
403,105
471,311
471,311
Re -appropriate from 2017 to complete pavers and concrete slab replacement
($54K)remodel rink bathrooms and changing rooms ($131.1K), rock wall repair ($10.5K),
clean wood structure ($38.2K), replace pumps ($45.9K), redesign and rebuild electrical
room ($120.2K); 2018: Replace windows and heat pumps ($68K)
Ford Park / Tennis Center Improvements
61,256
96,675
157,931
157,931
Re -appropriate from 2017 to complete replace gutters ($9.3K), remodel bathrooms ($31K),
replace lockers ($13.1K), furnace ($13.7K), hot water tank ($7.6K), and base board heaters
($18.6K); 2018: Stain wood siding of concessions ($5.6K) and restrooms ($5.6K), $50K for
restroom remodel
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TOWN OF VAIL 2018 PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY OF REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX
New project Requests
2018
1st
2018
2nd
2018
Budget
Supplemental
Amended
Supplemental
Amended
Athletic Fields
6,078
29,445
35,523
35,523
Re-appropriate from 2017 to paint wood structure and exterior trim ($8K), rooftop
replacement for restrooms and athletic field ($21.3K); 2018: Seal coat and crack fill in
parking lot ($6K)
Gymnastics Center
-
52,089
52,089
52,089
Re-appropriate to install a new cooling system ($52.1)
Nature Center
-
87,240
87,240
95,500 182,740
Temporary Nature Center structure ($95.5K); Re-appropriate to complete research on
historical preservation and design ($17.8K); Exterior windows, doors, wood siding and slope
roof ($69.8K)
Total VRD-Managed Facility Projects
685,309
1,431,020
2,116,329
95,500
2,211,829
New Assets
Golf Clubhouse & Nordic Center
-
118,729
118,729
91,200
118,729
Completion of clubhouse renovation; Total clubhouse cost included $1.165M
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
55,000
116,420
171,420
262,620
Move forward Ford Park East end special events power originally included in 2019
budget ($91.2K); Re-appropriate for softball field shelter currently undergoing re-evaluation
$116.4K ; 2018: Ford Park Soccer Field ADA Route ($55K)
Total New Assets:
55,000
235,149
290,149
91,200
381,349
Total Expenditures
9,084,693
7,710,163
16,794,856
222,059
17,016,915
Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures
(2,740,634)
7,432,592
(10,226,852)
(191,700)
(10,418,552)
Beginning Fund Balance
3,710,322
7,440,716
11,142,913
11,142,913
Ending Fund Balance
$ 969,688
$ 916,061
$ 724,361
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ORDINANCE NO. 11
SERIES OF 2018
AN ORDINANCE MAKING BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS TO THE TOWN OF VAIL GENERAL
FUND, CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND, HOUSING FUND, AND REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX
FUND, OF THE 2018 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 2018 which could not have
been reasonably foreseen or anticipated by the Town Council at the time it enacted Ordinance No.
14, Series of 2017, adopting the 2018 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:
1. 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 2018 Budget and Financial Plan for
the Town of Vail, Colorado, and authorizes the following budget adjustments:
General Fund
Capital Projects Fund
Housing Fund
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund
Total
$ 179,609
1,913,691
1,500,000
222,059
$ 3,815,359
2. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any
reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this
ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would have passed this ordinance, and each
part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or
more parts, sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid.
3. The Town Council hereby finds, determines, and declares that this ordinance is
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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 19th day of June, 2018, and a public hearing shall be held on this Ordinance
on the 3rd day of July, 2018, 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
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Name of Organization : Eagle Vail Metro District / Vail Recreation District
First Name of Contact Person : Eagle Vail: Steve VRD: Joel
Last Name of Contact Person : Eagle Vail: Barber 970-949-5686 VRD:Rabinowitz 970-479-2280
E-mail Address : jrabinowitz@vailrec.com
Mailing Address : Eagle Vail PO Box 5660 / VRD 700 S Frontage RD E
City : Avon / Vail
State : US -00
Zip : 81620 / 81657
Telephone Number : 9495686
Members and Titles of your Governing Board : Eagle Vail: Chuck Toms -Chairman Kim Bell
Williams- Secretary Jane Ross- Vice Chair David Warner - Treasurer VRD: Tom Saalfeld (Board
Chair) Bill Suarez (Secretary) Roland Kjesbo (Treasurer) Kevin Foley Kim Newbury rRediker
Organization Mission Statement : EagleVail Metropolitan District Mission Statement: EVMD is a
quasi -municipal government, and unincorporated town, governed by a Board comprised of five
Directors elected by the homeowners and residents of EagleVail. The Vail Recreation District's
(VRD) mission is to offer diverse and exceptional recreation opportunities that enhance the physical,
social and emotional well-being of all its residents and guests. The VRD aims to help Vail Valley
residents and visitors pursue their recreational passions by providing the following: •Outlets for
competition in summer and winter via a running and a mountain bike race series, and numerous
tournaments and/or leagues for hockey, volleyball, lacrosse, softball, golf, tennis, soccer, flag
football, broomball, figure skating and rugby. •Venues like Dobson Ice Arena, Vail Golf Club, Vail
Nordic Center, Vail Gymnastics Center, Vail Nature Center, Vail Skatepark, Vail Tennis Center,
Community Programming Room, Vail's Imagination Station, and use of additional gyms, playing
fields and the surrounding White River National Forest via collaboration with local entities. •Sports
classes and camps for youth, adults and families. •Opportunities to learn about and appreciate our
Rocky Mountain environment through guided activities, classes and camps
Organization fiscal year-end: : 2018-12-31
Are your books audited? : Yes
Type of Funding Requested : Cash Funding Only
Amount of Contribution Requested : $4,000
Why was this not part of the annual contribution request process for 2018 (Due June 30th)? :
This is a recent request from Eagle Vail, as their field gets heavily used by tournaments that the TOV
funds through CSE, due to the tournaments growth in size and the lack of fields in the Town Of Vail,
these tournament put considerable stress on the turf especially the Lacrosse Tournaments.
How will the contribution be used? : Up to a maximum of $4000wiII be used to refurbish the fields
post tournament use. The fields will be aerified, topdressed, fertilized and sodded in goal creases as
necessary. This will ensure a quality product that tournament directors expect year in and year out.
How does your request support item 1C of the Contribution Policy (See above) : Events have
become a vital part of enhancing Town of Vail's sales tax revenue. These events fill hotels,
restaurants and shops and help to make summer in the Town of Vail very vibrant. The Town does
not have the necessary infrastructure field wise to host these growing tournaments in their entirety,
and Eagle Vail is a viable and great option due to its location, lack of hotels , and very limited
shopping and dining options. Eagle Vail has been a great partner for years but will not be able to
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sustain a quality filed product with out the support of the Town of Vail. Without support they will likely
shut down the fields to outside entities.
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