HomeMy WebLinkAbout50th Anniversary memo to Council 032012 FINAL To: Town Council From: Vail’s 50 th Anniversary Planning Team Date: March 20, 2012 Subject: Vail’s 50 th Anniversary Timeline and Budget Forecast I. BACKGROUND Planning is well underway for Vail’s 50 th Anniversary celebration. Vail’s opening on December 15, 1962 was a time of aspiration, determination and commitment by those who came together to see their dream come alive. The 50 th celebration will not only pay tribute to Vail’s founders but will also reach out to the five decades of skiers, employees, residents and others who are forever connected to this special place. The celebration is being organized by a joint Vail Mountain – Town of Vail planning team. II. PLANNING TIMELINE The tributes begin September 21 – 23 when those from 1962 – 1980 will gather to help launch Vail’s 50 th during Pioneer Days. On November 15, just before the start of the 2012 -13 ski season, a new milestone in Vail’s history takes place with the dedication of Lift #1, the brand new gondola in Vail Village. It will be designated Lift #1 in homage to the original gondola and first lift, also designated Lift #1. The celebration continues December 12 – 15 when Vail comes alive during Vail Snow Daze to commemorat e the December 15, 1962 opening of Vail Mountain. The week will include the opening of a historic pavilion as well as other activities, displays, concerts, fireworks, the premier of a full -length documentary film by Roger Cotton Brown, plus a gala celebrat ion on December 15 which will pay tribute to those who dedicated their lives to Vail’s enduring success . The fun continues in April with a 50 th -themed Spring Back to Vail with concerts and activities throughout the week. Organizers will also provide opport unities for those groups who wish to host related historical reunions. The last of the tributes will take pl ace during Vail America Days on July 4 th with details to be announced. Updates will be posted at www.vail.c om/50th . III. BUDGET FORECAST Budget forecast is included in the attached presentation.
Town of Vail Page 2 IV. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL Staff recommends that Council listen to the presentation and provide feedback. ATTACHMENTS 50 th Budget Forecast for TOV