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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-12-10 PEC0 PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION TOW?J OF ffl December 10, 2018, 1:00 PM Town Council Chambers 75 S. Frontage Road -Vail, Colorado, 81657 Call to Order 1. 1. Attendance Present: Ludwig Kurz, Pam Hopkins, John Ryan Lockman, Brian Stockmar, Karen Perez, Rollie Kjesbo, Brian Gillette Absent: None Informational Update 2.1. A brief update and discussion on the community recycling rate and progress towards waste diversion goals in the 2009 Environmental Sustainability Strategic Plan. Applicant: Planner: Mark Hoblitzell Mark Hoblitzell provided an update and compared Vail's recycling rates with other communities. He discussed legislation in Vail requiring recycling, and trash rates to encourage higher levels of recycling. Plastic bag ban was adopted in 2016. About 4 million plastic bags per year were being distributed by local (2) grocery stores at the time. They now use about 300,000 paper bags each year- fee returns from the program fund the hard to recycle collection events. Hoblitzell discussed the public outreach and media campaign. He discussed the message to the community on the inability to recycle wrapping and tissue paper. He discussed special collection events held each year on recycling. He mentioned requirements for requiring recycle bins near trash canisters, and discussed the business recycling challenge. He mentioned the Eagle County Waste Wizard, where people can find out how to best recycle various materials. Website will provide location where recycling of various materials can be dropped off. Recycling rates were reviewed, including residential, business and Town of Vail municipal waste. In 2018, the recycling rate is 23%. Stockmar — How are you accounting for people who drop off at recycling centers, vs at home? Hoblitzell — Recycling rates account for tonnages at the hauler and landfill side so all material is included where participation rates look at who is putting out a recycling can or has recycling infrastructure. Stockmar — Who is not recycling? Hoblitzell — Bigger challenge is to get people to recycle properly. Most people have some type of recycling can or access to recycling. Seasonal 30 Min. residents have a struggle to manage costs associated with waste hauling Hoblitzell reviewed recycling participation rates. About 72% of properties have recycling bins out on trash day. About 28% only place trash bins at curb. Multi family participation rate is 94% and commercial about 95% participation rates. Food waste is a large portion of the weight. Vail Honeywagon now has a commercial compost facility. Stockmar — Is it true that only plastics #1 and #2 are recycled? Hoblitzell - We can still recycle #1- #7 at through all channels locally. Commodity markets for #3 - #7 are challenging and often times recyclers are paying for that material to be recycled. We have a good recycler in the Front Range that most of our material goes to, but many communities do not have a market for their recycling materials. Hoblitzell reviewed community events- We are up to 19 tons for paper shredding, hazardous material and electronic household waste at our community recycling events from 16 tons in 2017 and 12 tons in 2016. County -wide we have opportunities to recycle up to 80% of waste. County recycling rates were presented, which were 22.2% in 2017. Construction and demolition material brings this number down when looking at total diversion rates. Hoblitzell reviewed statewide conditions. Colorado is at 12% waste diversion statewide, vs 35% at the national level. There is a strong need for statewide data collection. Mountain resort communities are leading the state in recycling rates. Pitkin and Summit Counties have higher recycling rates than Vail or Eagle County. He discussed recycling goals from the Sustainability Plan. Opportunities exist in Composting opportunities, and construction waste. Stockmar — How can this commission help? Kurz — Surprised at the Colorado recycling rates. Surprised we are far behind national rates. Why is this? Hoblitzell — We have some bright spots in Boulder, Fort Collins, Aspen, Summit County and Eagle County. Many communities do not have the infrastructure for recycling. Creating more markets to use the recycled material would be helpful. We have a closed loop glass market, with reuse in the brewing industry. Gaps are in infrastructure. Gillette — May be based on the population density of the states. Hoblitzell — Yes, to some degree. However, costs to landfill material are still low in Colorado due to general landfill space availability. Hopkins —Are visitors an issue? Hoblitzell— They can be. Education can be a challenge to visitors based on different materials may be recyclable in their home community, but generally guests are knowledgeable about recycling. Staff worked together on the launch of the short term rental program to ensure that guest properties received proper recycling information and educational materials to help address this gap Lockman — Ordinance on recycling — I have seen trash and recycling costs go up significantly ion the past year. How do we help the community to afford trash and recycling costs? We should consider municipal hauling contracts. Stockmar — We should make a motion asking the Town Council to reconsider municipal hauling. Gillette — Which communities have higher recycling? Hoblitzell discussed some communities that require trash and recycling be brought to the Eagle County landfill. Challenges with leveraging the variable rate structure: specifically local property owners instead of haulers own the cans, and the costs associated with wildlife proof cans vs traditional cans and varying levels of compliance on wildlife resistant cans for recyclable materials . Lockman — Do haulers need to offer information on variable rates and size cans? Hoblitzell — Haulers are required to submit pricing to the Town annually. Most people are not fully leveraging the variable size based rates. Now it takes about 2 years to recover the cost of switching to a new, smaller can. Finding an average rate has been a challenge, as often times rates vary from customer to customer depending on how long they have had service. Lockman — In 2014 we passed a recycling ordinance. We should encourage Town to find solutions to promote volume based pricing. If people knew the costs, they would participate. Anything the Town of Vail can do in order to promote volume based pricing would be helpful. Lack of education is holding people back. Hoblitzell — Staff has applied for a state grant to launch a bin exchange program to help residents leverage the rate structures. The price for service is based on size of the trash bin, not size of recycling bin. A smaller trash can lead to lower costs. Hopkins —A neighbor of mine was not aware that pine beetle was a big problem, after living there for 40 years. Similarly, people may not know about recycling. Provide a list to include in the annual invoice for service, to educate property owners. Hoblitzell — Haulers are required to provide new stickers on the bins on which materials are recyclable. Waster Wizard is new in the past month and is a great tool. Gillette - Problem is that people recycle things they should not. They try to recycle too much stuff that should be trash. Lockman — Please discuss new developments, and requirements for space for recycling. Hoblitzell — Title 14, Vail Town Code, has one sentence on requiring adequate trash storage. But "adequate" is not defined. The code does not mention space requirements for recycling. Lockman — What does staff recommend to address this issue? Hoblitzell — Staff is discussing options to modify this code language. Some communities have design guidelines for trash and recycling, including size, volume, access, ceiling height for truck clearance, etc. Gillette — We have good participation rates, but low diversion rates. That's where we should focus our efforts. Hoblitzell — We are no looking inside the bins, due to safety and privacy concerns. We have small collection facilities in certain areas of town, and bins fill up quickly. Participation rates only reflect if there is a recycling bin and trash bin not the size or utilization. Much of our education outreach is based on a complaints or specific requests for help and assistance. Perez — W ill you return to the PEC with more information and answers to some of our questions? Hoblitzell — We will return with more information. We would like the board to identify the priorities for more information from staff. Gillette — Should we have an exchange program for trash and recycling cans; what should I do if I no longer need my large tote? Hoblitzell — Staff has applied for a state grant to fund a bin exchange program and is waiting information on the award. There is a need for cans in the community is reasonably easy to re -sell or give away through classified or social media channels Lockman — Haulers do not have incentives to offer smaller cans, with less revenue. Town Council should look into municipal hauling contract to improve service, remove heavy vehicles from roadways, and manage costs. Kjesbo — Would single streaming promote more recycling? Hoblitzell — Honeywagon and Waste Management both have single stream recycling which heads to Denver. County drop sites are sent to Eagle County which is dual -stream. In a strong market, haulers have incentive to drive to Denver to sell the commodity as recycling centers pay, but the county recycling center does not charge tipping fees or pay for material. In a weak market, haulers have more incentive to take material to Eagle County facility as they do not need to pay Hoblitzell closed the discussion: Staff will return to the Commission to discuss the following topics per request form the PEC- Education efforts and opportunities, design standards for waste storage areas, current utilization of volume based pricing and participation vs. recycling rates, and provide more information on municipal hauling. 3. Main Agenda 3.1. A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a Prescribed 5 min. Regulations Amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to amend Section 14-10-5, Building Materials and Design, Vail Town Code, and Section 14-10-8, Landscaping, Drainage and Erosion Control, Vail Town Code, relating to wildfire protection and the proposed adoption of the International Wildland Urban Interface Code, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC18-0035) The applicant has requested this item be tabled to the January 14, 2019 regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning and Environmental Commission. Applicant: Vail Fire & Emergency Services Planner: Chris Neubecker Brian Gillette moved to table to January 14, 2019. Ludwig Kurz seconded the motion and it passed (7-0). 3.2. A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a Prescribed 10 min. Regulations Amendment pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to amend Section 12-23-3, Employee Generation and Mitigation Rates, Vail Town Code, for consistency with changes adopted by Town Council in Ordinance 12, Series of 2017. (PEC18-0040) Applicant: Town of Vail Planner: Ashley Clark Clark - This is an Administrative matter. Staff found an inconsistency between the rate adopted in 2017 with the existing example in the code. Stockmar — I see no questions Public Comment — None Brian Gillette moved to recommendation of approval. Ludwig Kurz seconded the motion and it passed (7-0). 4. Approval of Minutes 4.1. November 26, 2018 PEC Results Ludwig Kurz moved to approve. Karen Perez seconded the motion and it passed (5-0). Abstain: (2) Gillette, Kjesbo 5. Adjournment Karen Perez moved to adjourn. Ludwig Kurz seconded the motion and it passed (7-0). 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 hour prior to meeting time. Community Development Department TOWN OF DO VAIL TOWN PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL AGENDA MEMO MEETING DATE: 12/10/2018 ITEM/TOPIC: A brief update and discussion on the community recycling rate and progress towards waste diversion goals in the 2009 Environmental Sustainability Strategic Plan. ATTACHM ENTS: File Name Description Community Wide Recycling program update 121018.pdf Community Recycling Update Memo Recycling Update- 050118.pdf Community Recycling Update Presentation 2018 State of Recycling in Colorado 2018 Eco Cycle CoPIRG web.pdf 2018 State of Recycling in Colorado TOWN OF VAIL � Memorandum To: Planning and Environmental Commission From: Community Development Department Date: December 10, 2018 Subject: Community Wide Recycling Update I. Purpose This presentation provides an update to the Planning and Environmental Commission on the Community Wide Recycling Ordinance adopted in 2014. A brief update on the status of waste diversion in Eagle County is also included. Background In support of the Vail Town Council's value of environmental stewardship and efforts to grow a balanced community and enhance the guest experience, the 2009 Environmental Sustainability Strategic Plan established the following waste diversion goal: Goal #1, Solid Waste Stream Reduction and Recycling, Reduce the amount of Town of Vail landfill contributions by 10% within 5 years and 25% within 10 years (2019). The 2010 baseline studies show area diversion rates as follows: • Town of Vail: 9% (residential) and 19% (commercial) • Eagle County: 14.7% • National Average: 34.5% The 2014 ordinance added a new chapter to Title 5 of the Vail Town Code establishing the following: 1. Recycling rates embedded with trash hauling rates 2. Residential volume based pricing (Save as You Recycle) 3. Prohibition on recyclable materials discarded as trash 4. Waste hauler registration and data reporting III. Recycling Program Outreach Since the 2016 Town Council recycling update, outreach efforts have included the expansion of the Love Vail campaign, use of digital and print media, radio ads and interviews, distribution of educational materials, and in-person outreach. VailDally AIEKLY ENYCRAISE :.... o.i......y..�. v,..�.......ew.... '" -K u...rr 0000 ARMIMFWANY • Holiday Education Blitz: Educate residents and guests during the high season on local recycling best practices httas://www.vaildailv.com/news/off-the- h ill-town-of-vail-offers-recvcli na-tias-for- the-holidays/ • Love Vail Campaign: The Love Vail Brand has expanded to include digital media and additional educational materials that have been distributed to residents, property owners, and lodging providers. • Education and Outreach: Ongoing staff outreach has brought businesses including Solaris, West Vail Mall, Evergreen Hotel, McDonalds, Subway, and more into compliance with the recycling ordinance. Special events like the Spring Hard to Recycle event and America Recycles Day collection events diverted over 19 tons of material in 2018. Town of Vail Page 2 • The Business Recycling Challenge took place in fall of 2018. Participants averaged a 57% average recycling rate, which is 13% increase over the course of the Challenge. Eagle County Waste Wizard- An online and mobile based platform to assist residents NOME GOVERNMENT COMMUNITY O DEPARTMENTS VISITING CONTACT IV. Community Recycling Rates Recycling rates throughout the Town of Vail have steadily increased since adoption of the 2014 ordinance. In 2017, the Town achieved a combined 22% recycling rate (Figure 1). Based on sampling data, recycling rates tend to peak over the summer high season near 28%. Through fall of 2018, the town is tracking a 23% recycling rate. Town of Vail Page 3 Waste Wizard Look Up Contact Information Rrtsien Hertuglia > COMMUNITY OEVELOPMEHT Eagle County Waste Wizard 7,� English Sh— Environmental Sustain ability Manager > Administration® — lkkk9JJJ' • Pl u 971F4TT 3455 > %ildng Solely Inspection + ` ® • Email: kbeTtughaogvaiigov.conn Services Eagle County Waste Community Events Need help? Mark Hoblitzell Wizard Environmental Sustainability > Contractor Registrations Coordinator > Environmental Suslainabll0y - - Phone: 97114742333 Type the name of a waste item and we'll tell you how to recycle or • Email: zeti@vailgnv com mh.blil > Recycling in Vail dispose of it. Peter Wadden > Environmental Projects ®Water Quality Education > Moura Nottingham SchWarship Coordinator > Lunch Wigs Corals • Phone: 970-479-2144 Privacy I Terms or service i GmMe Policy Email: pwadden@vdllgov.cOm > Waste Wizard Lill W MaM'als > !Jews & Announcements Powered by I%.C.I a 1 and walking mmmrns�ns' > Planning + > Recent Code Amendments > Town CD& On -Line IV. Community Recycling Rates Recycling rates throughout the Town of Vail have steadily increased since adoption of the 2014 ordinance. In 2017, the Town achieved a combined 22% recycling rate (Figure 1). Based on sampling data, recycling rates tend to peak over the summer high season near 28%. Through fall of 2018, the town is tracking a 23% recycling rate. Town of Vail Page 3 These data include municipal solid waste (MSW) or material that is collected on regular routes and do not include materials generated through construction and demolition activities. These numbers are an aggregate of hauler data submittals collected through sampling periods over the course of the year. 2018 TOV Tonnage Estimate 2017 TOV Tonnage Estimate 2016 TOV Tonnage Estimate 2015 TOV Tonnage Estimate MSW 7,992 MSW 9,832 MSW 8,995 MSW 8,126 Recycling 2,381 Recycling 2,755 Recycling 2,224 Recycling 1955 Recycling Rate 23% Recycling Rate 22% Recycling Rate 20% Recycling Rate 19% r-igure 1. Town of Vail Recycling Rates Residential participation since the 2016 update has fluctuated with a high of 78% in 2016 and dropping back to 72% in 2018 (Figure 2). Participation rates are the number of people setting out recycling on a given collection week. Participation rates may not necessarily represent overall compliance depending on occupancy in a given collection week. Multi -family and commercial properties tend to have much higher participation rates at 94% and 97% respectively. Compliance efforts at commercial properties have focused on ensuring that public facing recycling receptacles are available if trash cans are present. TOV Residential Recycling Participation Rates 28% Trash and Recycling Curbside Only Trash Curbside 0 A *Hauler Data Submitals Figure 2. 2017 Residential Participation Rate Municipal Operations Town of Vail municipal operations continues to divert material through single stream recycling, composting, and other waste diversion practices. 2016 and 2017 numbers are included below (Figure 3). 2018 municipal operation numbers have not yet been tabulated. Town of Vail Page 4 Town of Vail 2018 Collection Events 2016 TOV Operations 0111111111. 2018 TOV Operations Spring 16 Collection Event Spring 18 Collection Event: 280 cars 40,000 lbs Scrap Metal 7 Tons Paper Shredding: 3,120 lbs Vehicle Oil (TOV Recovery) gallons 72, HHW (Paint/Checmicals, etc) 7,815 lbs Vehicle Oil (Mesa Environmental) 300 yards E -Waste 16,319 lbs Chipping and Composting 400 Yards E -Waste 10,199 lbs E -Waste 2993 lbs Total 27,254 lbs Municipal Compost (VHW Service) Co -Mingle 53.02 tons Paper Shred 1937 lbs Paper 52.95 tons Total 7613 lbs I Cardboard 49.78 tons 2016 Total Collection Events: Fall 18 Collection Event 189 cars 155.75 tons TOV Drop Site E -Waste 9,871 lbs Co -Mingle 0 tons Paper Shred 1,840 lbs Paper 0 tons Total 11,711 lbs Cardboard 0 tons 2017Total Collection Events: 19 tons Total 0 tons 2017 Collection Events 2016 TOV Operations 0111111111. 2017 TOV Operations Spring 16 Collection Event Spring 17 Collection Event: Scrap Metal 40,000 lbs Scrap Metal Tons Paper Shredding: 1,940 lbs Vehicle Oil (TOV Recovery) gallons 72, clothing 550 lbs Vehicle Oil (Mesa Environmental)gallons 300 yards HHW (Paint/Checmicals, etc) 4,844 lbs Chipping and Composting yards E -Waste 10,199 lbs E -Waste 2993 lbs Total 17,533 lbs Municipal Compost (VHW Service) Co -Mingle 53.02 tons Paper Shred 1937 lbs Paper 52.95 tons Total 7613 lbs I Cardboard 49.78 tons 2016 Total Collection Events: Fall 17 Collection Event 155.75 tons TOV Drop Site E -Waste 11,635 lbs Co -Mingle 46.66 tons Paper Shred 3,320 lbs Paper 49.95 tons Total 14,955 lbs Cardboard 43.84 tons 2017Total Collection Events: 16 Tons Total 140.45 tons 2016 Collection Events: 2016 TOV Operations 0111111111. Spring 16 Collection Event Scrap Metal 40,000 lbs E -Waste 10,835 lbs Vehicle Oil (TOV Recovery) 1,360 gallons Spring Paper Shred 1,000 lbs Vehicle Oil (Mesa Environmental) 1500 gallons Spring HHW 5477 lbs Chipping and Composting 300 yards Total 17,312 lbs E -Waste 2,500 1 bs Fall 16 Collection Event TOV Drop Site E -Waste 5676 lbs Co -Mingle 53.02 tons Paper Shred 1937 lbs Paper 52.95 tons Total 7613 lbs I Cardboard 49.78 tons 2016 Total Collection Events: 2 Tons 155.75 tons Figure 3. Municipal Waste Diversion Operations V. Eagle County Update In 2017, Eagle County received a Recycling Resource Economic Opportunity (RREO) grant to complete an updated waste characterization study at the landfill. This study identified waste Town of Vail Page 5 diversion opportunities and potential for waste diversion in the county. Early findings indicate approximately 80.8% of material entering the landfill can potentially be diverted (Figure 4) using normal and in many cases existing reuse, recycling, compost, or other recovery programs. Northwest Colorado Waste Diversion Study Figure 9 - Potential for Diversion through Typical Recycling Programs (2017) Tr; C&D,13.9% Other Hazardous Special Wasl 12.0% Icyclables, 20.3% Organics, 34.6% Figure 4. Eagle County Waste Diversion Potential Eagle County waste diversion and recycling rates peaked in 2015 and have since been steadily declining. Currently, the county is matched with the Town of Vail at a 22% recycling rate (Figure 5). The table below includes data from haulers taking materials out of the county in addition to material processed at the Eagle County Materials Recovery Facility. Eagle County Diversion Rates Recycled Material (Residential & Commercial] 2010 Tons 2011 Tons 2012 Tans 2013 Tons 2014 Tons 2015 Tons 2016 tans 2017 tons MSW Residential and Commercial '° 4,188 7,036 7,595 8,284 9,535 13,683 11,735 10,743 Organics` 5,907 4,231 3,856 4,808 6,432 4,798 5,134 4,175 HHW and Ewasted 34 55 60 102 125 138 130 144 Total MSW Recycled 10,129 11,322 11,510 13,194 16,092 18,619 16,998 15,061 Total MSW Disposed ` 58,547 47,472 47,336 46,246 48,693 50,549 51,430 52,676 Total MSW Generated 681676 58,794 58,846 59,440 64,785 691166 68,428 67,737 MSW Recycling Rate f 14.7% 19.3% 19.6% 22.2% 24.8% 26.9% 24.8% 22.2% Diverted Materials (Industrials 2010 Tons 2011 Tons 2D12 Tans 2013 Tons 2014 Tons 2015 Tons 2016 Tons 2017 tons Diverted Materials lnon-MSW) 855 1,595 2,669 1,583 1,734 521 96 92 Total Recovered Material (Residential, Commercial, and Industrials 10,984 12,917 14,179 14,777 17,826 19,140 17,094 15,153 Total Solid Waste Disposed 86,988 82,539 68,480 69,552 78,862 78,505 82,770 84,022 Total Solid Waste Generated 97,972 95,456 82,559 84,329 961688 97,545 99,863 991175 Diversion Rate 1 11.2% 13.5% 17.2% 17.5% 18.4% 19.6% 17.1% 15.3% 'Includes: Glass, Plastics #1 -#7, OCC, ONP, OP, steel, tires, aluminum c Sources: Vail Resorts, Waste Management, H oneywagon, Costco & City Market, Eagle County MRF, Eagle County Landfill `Sources: Honeywagon-FOV, Grub Dump, Eagle County Landfill e Sources: Eagle County HHW, ERI, Metech, Blue Star eTotal MSW disposed is total landfill tonnage minus diverted materials and industrial (C&D) waste 'Total MSW recycled/total MSW generated eTotal MSW recycled+total industrial diverted Figure 5. Eagle County Waste Diversion Rates Town of Vail Page 6 VI. 2018 Colorado State of Recycling In 2017 with a 12% recycling rate, Colorado fell well below the national average of 35%. On average, each resident of Colorado throws away nearly 8 pounds of trash per day. (WWW.ECOCYCLE.ORG/ZEROWASTECOLORADO) The 2018 Colorado State of Recycling was produced in partnership with Eco -Cycle, a Boulder County based nonprofit and CoPIRG (Colorado Public Interest Research Group). This report reviewed statewide waste diversion and recycling over the past ten years and identifies opportunities for recycling as well as the potential for improved recycling given existing conditions. The Town of Vail and Eagle County are recognized in this report for strong data collection methods as well as being leaders in waste diversion. The chart below shows county -wide of Summit, Pitkin, and Eagle Counties, which are some of the few counties in Colorado that track waste data annually. Table 1 - VII. Discussion The Town of Vail has an adopted goal of 25% waste reduction by 2020. Currently, the 2009 Environmental Sustainability Strategic Plan is in the process of being updated and more ambitious zero -waste goals are being discussed by the community. 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C3 H Q oc O o J O V W H N O W N L7 OC O W J }V V O V W bn O E m a -1L QU m m N QU QU a a--+ E E Q O cii _0 >i U c O ON QL E .� �O -0 O— U N � � Ln N _ N N o U - > 0 0� of v 0 � _v N p � Qj v v Ln o °' °' aoc tell N ` I FT COLLINS } LOVELAND L LYONS* LONGMONT I} I • BOULDER 'F.- ! 1 SUPERIOR • LOUISVILLE WESTMINSTER •lit • NORTHGLEN GOLDEN • • COMMERCE CITY THE STATE OF 4RVADA O 0 DENVER GREENWOOD VILLAGE 4ft LONE TREE • F A ECYCLING INC , COLORADO SPRINGS GUPJPy'�SJPJ - 2 J J•*t ;TROSE n e i on J _ t ALAMOSA i 2018 VIEW THE REPORT ONLINE AT WWW.ECOCYCLE.ORG/ZEROWASTECOLORADO Report authors Kate Bailey, Eco -Cycle Eco -Cycle is one of the nation's oldest and largest nonprofit recyclers. The organization's mission is to identify, explore, and demonstrate the emerging frontiers of sustainable resource management through the concepts and practices of Zero Waste. We believe in personal and community action to transform society's throw -away ethic into environmentally -responsible stewardship. For more information visit www.ecocycle.org Danny Katz, CoPIRG CoPIRG— the Colorado Public Interest Research Group is a non-profit, non-partisan, public interest advocacy group with thousands of dues paying members across the state. For more information visit www.copirg.org Special thanks to Adair Andre with CoPIRG for her help with data collection. THE STATE OF RECYCLING IN COLORADO: 2018 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 2017 was just downright trashy in Colorado. Our beautiful state continues to be one of the most wasteful in the country. In 2018, we created a record 9,307,000 tons of waste while our recycling rate flat -lined at just 12%, which puts us far behind the national average of 35% recycling'. On average, each Colorado resident throws away nearly eight pounds of trash per day, or more than 1.45 tons per year. That's more than eight million tons piling up in our landfills every year. Colorado is headed in the wrong direction— we're producing more trash each year and not improving our recycling rate. But it doesn't have to be that way. Nearly 95% of Colorado's waste could be recycled or composted: we could recycle 32%, including bottles, cans and paper; 37% could be com- posted, like grass clippings, food waste and clean wood; and 26% could be reused or re- cycled through specialized programs for textiles, electronics, construction materials, and other bulky materials" (see Figure 2). The next four years are crucial for putting Colorado on the path to creating a circular economy where 95% of the materials we throw away are transformed into new products or composted into nutrient -rich soil. This report is divided into two parts to focus on both state and local actions to transform Colorado's wasteful habits. First, we lay out four priority actions that our new Governor can take in the first 100 days of his administration to make Colorado a recycling hub for the Rocky Mountain region. Second, we identify cities and counties that are leading the way in various aspects of recycling, including success stories to inspire other communities to take action. FIGURE 1. STATEWIDE WASTE AND RECYCLING OVER THE PAST TEN YEARS 10,000,000 9,000,000 8,000,000 LU 7,000,000 LU 6,000,000 a Z 5,000,000 O 4,000,000 3,000,000 2,000,000 1,000,000 0 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 ­40—Recycling/diversion --*--Waste generated WHY INVEST IN RECYCLING NOW: ENVIRONMENT + ECONOMY In 2016, Colorado set its first-ever statewide recycling goals!' (see Figure 3). Achieving our first 2021 target of 28% would more than double our current recycling rate and keep an additional 1,500,000 tons of waste out of the landfill every year and put them into productive use. Doing so would create jobs, bolster local economies and protect our environment. One of the most immediate benefits would be reducing climate pollution: Increasing recycling statewide to 28% would reduce carbon emissions by over 2.2 million tons (MTCOze) every year, the equivalent of taking over 485,000 cars off the road annually." In addition to the climate benefits, recycling also reduces air and water pollution, conserves resources and protects natural ecosystems. That's why the EPA called it the #1 thing we can do for the environment."' FIGURE 2. STATEWIDE DATA ON HOW MUCH OF COLORADO'S WASTE COULD BE RECOVERED" Recycling is a win for Colorado's economy as well as our environment. Each year Colorado throws away nearly $265 million worth of recyclable material such as aluminum, cardboard, paper, glass and plastics in our landfills.""' That material could have been recycled here in Colorado, creating local jobs and strengthening local economies. Recycling, reusing and remanufacturing already generate over $8.7 billion in economic benefits in Colorado annually, even with our low recycling rate." On average, recycling creates nine times more jobs per ton than landfills and reusing materials creates 30 times more jobs.' Yet most of our paper, plastics and metals are shipped out of state, or even out of tha rni intro rathar than rarvrlarl Inrally Unfortunately, right now, Colorado doesn't look like a good investment for businesses because of our low landfill prices, too few communities with comprehensive recycling programs, and limited statewide assistance to attract businesses and develop local mar- kets for recyclables. In addition, we lack comprehensive data on what is in our trash so businesses can assess their market potential. That's why we need state leadership to signal to investors and entrepreneurs that Colorado is ready to expand recycling and willing to provide the tools and services to help businesses succeed and help Colorado create a circular economy. SAVES ENERGY Making new products from recycled materials saves energy, which reduces fossil fuel use. For example, using recycled aluminum cans to make new cans uses 95% less energy than using virgin bauxite ore— recycling just one can saves enough energy to power a computer for 3 hours."" REDUCES METHANE Recycling and composting reduce methane emissions from landfills. Methane traps 84 times more heat than carbon dioxide, making it a powerful greenhouse gas and a top priority for reducing carbon pollution.""' STORES CARBON IN SOILS Composting creates a nutrient rich soil amendment that can help our soils actually pull carbon out of the atmosphere, which helps to reverse the damage already done. Our soils actually store three times more carbon than plants, making compost an incredible carbon sink."'" It's time all Coloradans enjoy the benefits of recycling and composting: reduced carbon emissions, cleaner air and water, less habitat destruction, greater conservation of natural resources, plus local job creation and sustainable economic development. PART I WHAT THE NEW GOVERNOR SHOULD DO TO PRIORITIZE RECYCLING IN THE FIRST 100 DAYS To position Colorado as the recycling hub of the Rocky Mountain region and take advantage of the environmental and economic benefits that come with it, Governor Polis needs to set economic policy and encourage investments in Colorado's recycling markets. We call on Governor Polis to take action in the first 100 days of office to make recycling a priority for the new administration by taking the following steps: #1: APPOINT A STATEWIDE RECYCLING COORDINATOR The appointment of a statewide Recycling Coordinator in the Governor's office is one of the most prominent signals to investors, businesses and local communities that Colorado is serious about turning around its dismal recycling rate and creating a circular economy. This person would coordinate with other state agencies and efforts, including the Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and the state climate action plan, and would also interface directly with local governments to create a comprehensive approach to building our new recycling economy. #2: LAUNCH A RECYCLING MARKET DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE TO ATTRACT AND EXPAND RECYCLING BUSINESSES Nearly all of the paper, metal and plastics that we collect for recycling is shipped out of state, or even out of the country, to be made into new products. This represents a major opportunity to attract new "end market" businesses such as remanufacturers to the state, which will keep materials here in our local economies, create jobs for Coloradans, and reduce the pollution impacts of transporting materials out of state. We also need to support existing end market businesses that are already here so they can prosper and expand (see page 9 for business successes in glass and electronics recycling). We recommend implementing this program under OEDIT to provide end market businesses and secondary processors with: • Tax breaks such as exemptions for property taxes. • Funding opportunities through grants and loans. • Tools and research on recycling markets. • One-on-one assistance. #3: CREATE A STATEWIDE WASTE DIVERSION FUNDING TASK FORCE TO STUDY AND RECOMMEND WAYS TO INCREASE FUNDING FOR WASTE REDUCTION, REUSE, RECYCLING AND REMANUFACTURING Colorado charges a small fee of $1.17 on every ton of waste sent to landfills, in addition to the price charged by the landfill. Of that fee, $0.46 per ton goes to support recycling programs and grants.X" That puts Colorado far behind other states in supporting recycling: states such as Ohio and Wisconsin allocate between $2 and $7 per ton to recycling.X"' Colorado's rate is also insufficient when it comes to meeting current demand: the state currently gives out about $3.5 million annually in the Recycling Resources Economic Opportunity (RREO) grants, yet the fund receives between $8 and $14 million in requests each year.X"" Other states, such as Michigan, are looking to dedicate up to $15 million per year.X""' To achieve Colorado's recycling goals, we need more dedicated funding, and this task force should have recommendations to the Governor and the legislature by the start of the 2020 legislative session. Colorado's Integrated Solid Waste and Materials Management Plan (SWMMP) outlined several potential funding sources, such as increased service fees, pollution fees, landfill fees, or fees on producers of hard -to - recycle or toxic products, among others.X'X Funding is needed in four primary areas: • Assistance to rural communities to bring their landfills into compliance with na- tional pollution standards and to expand recycling capacity. • Improve infrastructure, particularly for composting food scraps and recovering construction materials. • Incentives for developing end markets and attracting businesses to the state. • Technical support and assistance to local communities to expand recycling by de- veloping local or regional diversion plans, providing collection carts or other financial incentives, developing policies, collecting data and implementing other programs. Eel #4: LEAD BY EXAMPLE BY EXPANDING RECYCLING AND COMPOSTING AT STATE AGENCIES, PURCHASING COMPOST FOR STATE PROJECTS, AND SETTING RECYCLING GOALS FOR STATE CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS One of the best ways to say that "Colorado is open to recycling" is for the new administration to lead by example at state agencies through three high -impact policies: • Colorado can require recycling and composting (where available) at all state facilities. Currently the state only requires agencies to recycle at one building per agency. Other state models include South Dakota, Maine and Wisconsin. • Purchasing compost for state projects is a critical step toward expanding compost markets and infrastructure statewide. The state can require the use of certified compost—with preference to programs that collect food scraps—in landscaping and transportation projects. This will improve water conservation, reduce irrigation needs, help revegetate landscapes and protects against erosion. Stronger demand for the compost end products will help compost processors invest in new equipment and facilities to increase the recovery of food scraps and yard debris throughout Colorado. Illinois is a good state model. • State agencies can commit to recycling 50% or more of construction debris in all state-sponsored building projects. This will help reduce waste in the construction industry as well as stimulate investments in construction recycling facilities for aggregates (concrete, asphalt, brick) as well as clean lumber, metal, and cardboard. Over 40% of Colorado's waste is construction and industrial materials.XX CASE STUDIES ON RECYCLING BUSINESSES IN COLORADO Glass Momentum Recycling opened the first glass reprocessing plant in Colorado in 2016 and helped double the amount of glass recycled between 2016 and 2017, an increase of 22,000 tons in just one year. Glass is collected from area recycling programs and cleaned up before being used to create new beer bottles right here in Colorado. However, Momentum's facility remains at only 60% capacity because most Front Range residents and businesses do not have curbside recycling for glass and other materials."" We have plenty of capacity to recycle more glass locally but we need to get the glass out of our trash cans and into the recycle bins. Electronics BlueStar Recyclers started in Colorado Springs in 2009 as a social enterprise dedicated to providing qualityjobs for people with autism and other developmental disabilities through electronics recycling. The company now has three Front Range locations and plans to expand to the Roaring Fork Valley. BlueStar has provided over 40 local jobs for people with disabilities in Colorado communities, and delivered over $4 million in new local revenues and $1.5 million in taxpayer savings."" BlueStar also partners with rural communities such as Steamboat Springs on annual collection events where permanent recycling facilities are not in place. Investments in social enterprises such as BlueStar are a good mechanism to achieve social, environmental and financial goals simultaneously. Cartons Beverage cartons are an increasingly popular packaging choice for everything from milks to soups, but recycling for these products has been slow to develop. Currently only 60% of U.S. residents have access to carton recycling. Thanks to funding from the RREO grant, Colorado will be soon be home to a new carton recycling company, ReWall, which will greatly improve carton recycling statewide. ReWall uses recycled beverage cartons to manufacture roof cover board, exterior sheathing, wallboard, floor underlayment and other building materials. The new facility will employ 15 people and hopes to open in April 2019."""' Having in-state markets for carton recycling will help both urban and rural areas expand programs by reducing their transportation costs. PART II HOW COLORADO CITIES COMPARE AT RECYCLING To better understand how to move Colorado forward on recycling, we need to first look at what's happening at the local level: how are our communities doing on recycling? Unfortunately, this question isn't that easy to answer. Most Colorado cities do not collect data on their recycling or trash programs, making it difficult to track progress. This is a big stumbling block—you can't be a sustainable city if you do not even know the scale of the waste, recycling and composting in your community. Simply put, you can't manage what you don't measure. Those cities that do measure their waste, recycling and composting deserve recogni- tion. This report highlights 27 cities and 30 counties that have taken at least a first step toward tracking their recycling and waste efforts. We hope to encourage every Colorado community to follow their lead and start tracking. Ideally, every community would have annual recycling and waste data from households, businesses and the industrial sector. Unfortunately, most communities simply have data from households. Fort Collins deserve recognition for being the only Colorado city col- lecting all this information on residential, commercial and industrial diversion. And when you include their industrial recycling numbers, Fort Collins has the highest recycling rate in the state at 55%.XX"' The next most complete data set includes recycling at both households and businesses, or what we call city-wide diversion. Boulder deserves credit here, both for its great data tracking and for leading the state with a 51 % city-wide recycling rate. Aspen also does a good job of tracking both residential and commercial recycling, reporting a 26% city- wide diversion rate. Most cities that collect data focus on single-family households, known as the "residential recycling rate." Loveland continues to lead Colorado cities with the highest residential recycling rate of 61 %. Overall 27 cities around the state track a residential or citywide recycling rate. Curbside recycling is available in all of these communities and haulers are required to provide data to the cities so they can track their recycling progress. Or, in the case of a few cities, the city itself provides recycling and trash services, and tracks their own data internally. We are excited to report that this list includes a few new cities that are tracking their recycling rates, including Edgewater, Morrison, New Castle, Rifle and Silt. Another frequently used option for data collection is to measure participation rates: how many residents or businesses have recycling service or how often are they putting out their carts. The town of Vail and city of Thornton deserve recognition for tracking participation in these categories. We would like to emphasize that no matter where communities land on this list—whether they are at the top or the bottom—they should be congratulated for having a recycling program in place and for collecting data. This is a critical first step that is still lacking in most Colorado cities. In addition, there are countless examples of citizens, businesses and local governments investing in recycling programs (see page 16) that are not reflected in this data because they are pilots, start-ups or their community doesn't track data. We honor all these efforts and hope they can serve as inspiration at both the state level, to provide more support local community programs, and at the local level, to help other communities to get more actively involved in improving recycling participation and services. rs� 5 a CITY LOVELAND BOULDER LOUISVILLE ASPEN LONGMONT LAFAYETTE GOLDEN FORT COLLINS GREENWOOD VILLAGE RIFLE SUPERIOR DENVER LONE TREE SHERIDAN EDGEWATER GRAND JUNCTION VAI L MORRISON* SILT NEW CASTLE FRUITA NORTHGLENN MONTROSE COMMERCE CITY** LYONS** SHORNTO RESIDENTIAL CHANGE SINCE l RECYCLING RATE 2017 61% 0% 52% - 1% 44% -4% 40% + 1% �.�. 40% +5% 38% + 1% 34% 0% 29% - 1% R: 27% - 1% -` 23% N/A 23% +2% sz,. 22% +2% r 20% +2% 17% +4% 17% 0% 16% N/A 16% N/A 14% N/A` 11% 0% 11% 0% k 9% 0% N/A N/A k SHORTCOMINGS IN DATA COLLECTION The term "recycling rate" means different things both across Colorado and across the country, which makes it hard to compare between cities and states. This report tries to clarify how existing recycling data refers to different parts of the community. Here are the common data categories used in Colorado: • City-wide recycling rates, including households, businesses and construction/industrial • City-wide recycling rate for just households and businesses, also known as municipal solid waste (MSW) • Residential recycling rate, mostly single-family homes and apartments up to seven units • Participation rate, including how many people have services or set out their bins every week While industrial waste and recycling is the least available data at the city level, it is of growing importance because of its high volume and its high recyclability. CDPHE estimates over 40% of what's buried in Colorado's landfills is construc- tion and industrial waste.x` One city who has addressed this challenge is Fort Collins, which diverts nearly 70% of its industrial waste, including wood waste, scrap metal, and concrete and asphalt.XXX $gypr ..� 7. � - fed '4_ __4 '7k�+_ _ _.J 1•�- � ti i _ �• fit: MPL RECYCLING CHALLENGES Across the U.S., recycling in rural areas is generally more challenging than in urban areas, and Colorado's mountain and rural areas face several disadvantages, including: • Higher transportation costs because of long distance to markets • Lower material generation requires more storage space or regional cooperation to gather a sizeable load for shipping • Lower tax base to fund infrastructure investments • Low population density limits availability of curbside collection programs, relying more on drop-off centers for collection However, there are also countless success stories of rural, low-density areas overcoming these challenges and creating strong recycling programs. Colorado's rural areas need tailored solutions to address these challenges, many of which are outlined in the state solid waste plan, and must be an integral part of achieving Colorado's recycling goals. 0 COUNTY RECYCLING DATA OURAY, SAN MIGUEL RATE YEAR ANNUAL DATA • • BOULDER 40% 2017 PIT 30% 2017 SUMMIT 23% 2016 DENVER'' 22% 2016 EAGLE 22% 2017 LARIMER 35% 2017 OURAY, SAN MIGUEL 20% 2016 ALAMOSA, CONEJOS, COSTILLA, MINERAL, RIO GRANDE, SAGUACHE 18% 2016 LA PLATA 17% 2014 CHAW 16% 2016 LAKE 16% 2016 GRAND 14% 2014 SAN JUAN 14°0 FREMONT 12% 2016 EL PASO, TELLER -mmmmdftw 2010 DOLORES 7% 2014 MONTEZUMA 2014 BENT, CROWLEY, OTERO 6% 2016 PUEBL 017 ARCHULETA 3% 2014 lw BACA, HUERFANO, LAS ANIMAS GARFIELD, MOFFAT, RIO BLANCO, ROUTT MESA. DELTA, MONTROSE. AND GUNNISON 2017 M 2017 in progress PART III SUCCESS STORIES FOR 2018 Colorado's recycling rate may be stagnant at the statewide level, but there are several bright spots around the state that show local communities are prioritizing recycling and launching new or expanded programs. Highlights from 2018 include: IL i Y•y. CITY OF LONGMONT Longmont deserves recognition for taking the biggest leap forward in its residential recycling rate. The city bumped up their residential recycling by 5% thanks to a new curbside composting program that provides residents with an optional subscription service to conveniently compost food scraps, yard debris and other organics right at the curb. CITY OF BOULDER The City of Boulder diverts over 50% of its waste citywide, hitting a record 51 % in 2017 and boasting an impressive 16% increase from last year. Boulder's success is due in large part to the implementation of its Universal Zero Waste Ordinance that requires all businesses, apartments and homes to have recycling and composting collection. CITY OF PUEBLO Pueblo opened its first public drop-off center to recycle cardboard, paper, glass bottles, plastic containers, and aluminum and steel cans. A recent study for Pueblo County found nearly two-thirds of Pueblo's trash could be recycled or composted, and over 90% of residents surveyed supported more recycling options. Their new recycling center is a big first step toward boosting the area's current recycling rate of only 5%.XXX" DENVER The city of Denver was one of two cities nationwide that were chosen by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) for a comprehensive study on the potential to recover edible food that is currently being wasted. The NRDC report found over 7 million additional meals could be donated each year in Denver alone, which could help the city meet more than 40% of its unmet food needs.XXX"' The report lays the foundation for maximizing food donation from retailers, institutions and other consumer - facing businesses located in the community. 7r -.abs � f �•V - - - s EAGLE COUNTY Vail Honeywagon opened the first commercial composting site in Eagle County. The company will collect food scraps for composting from businesses, and residents will have access to six drop-off sites throughout the County. The facility will sell its compost products locally as nutrient -rich soil amendments, which will help create a closed loop for organics and reduce the need to truck compost products up from the Denver metro area.XXX"' mOU7 i- COUNTY The Yampa Valley Sustainability Council (YVSC) expanded their annual recycling drop-off collection to a semi-annual event due to strong community support. Nearly 600 households participate in each event and the program services businesses as well. More than 60,000 pounds of materials were collected and recycled this spring, including mattresses, electronics, paint and other household hazardous waste, yard debris, appliances, clothing and more. YVSC is also spearheading a comprehensive stakeholder process to develop a strategic waste diversion plan for Routt County, which should be released in early 2019."""" CREATIVE RURAL SOLUTIONS In response to a unique agricultural challenge, plastic baling twine recycling is expanding statewide with collection sites in Alamosa, Larimer, Rio Grande and Weld counties. This project started in 2012 through the Fort Collins Conservation District and a grant from CDPHE helped fund processing equipment that enabled the program to expand statewide. Baling twine causes several problems if it is not properly collected. Birds can get tangled in the twine and livestock become ill after ingesting it. The plastic is unsafe to burn because it emits toxic fumes, and can also become easily tangled in farm equipment. The program is a fundraiser for 4-H, Future Farmers of America (FFA) and other community groups, and is a good model partnership between environmental and agricultural programs.XXX"' PART IV CONCLUSION In the wake of dire warnings about the need for immediate action on climate pollution and the equally alarming proliferation of plastic pollution in our oceans, there has never been a more important time for Colorado to double down on its commitment to protect our environment and build smart, sustainable communities. Recycling should be at the cornerstone of that commitment: it is one of the fastest, easiest and most cost effective local solutions to reduce carbon pollution. It is an accessible, simple solution that every- one can participate in every day—at home, at work, at school and everywhere. 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Accessed at http://www.townofbreckenridge.com/Home/ShowDocument?id=11762. cIecolocye® — Building Zero Waste Communities © 2018 COPIRG Foundation TOWN OF DO VAIL TOWN PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL AGENDA MEMO MEETING DATE: December 10, 2018 ITEM/TOPIC: 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 14-10-5, Building Materials and Design, Vail Town Code, and Section 14-10-8, Landscaping, Drainage and Erosion Control, Vail Town Code, relating to wildfire protection and the proposed adoption of the International Wildland Urban Interface Code, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC18-0035) The applicant has requested this item be tabled to the January 14, 2019 regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning and Environmental Commission. TOWN OF DO VAIL TOWN PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL AGENDA MEMO MEETING DATE: December 10, 2018 ITEM/TOPIC: 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 12-23-3, Employee Generation and Mitigation Rates, Vail Town Code, for consistencywith changes adopted by Town Council in Ordinance 12, Series of 2017. (PEC18-0040) ATTACHM ENTS: File Name Description EHU Mitigation Rates Memo 12-23-2 final.odf PEC Memo EHU Ordinance Draft Ordinance No. XX Series of 2018 Commercial linkage fee calculation DRAFT.odf Draft Ordiance 0) rowN of vain Memorandum TO: Planning and Environmental Commission FROM: Community Development Department DATE: December 10, 2018 SUBJECT: A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council to update Section 12-23-2 Employee Generation and Mitigation Rates, Vail Town Code, for consistency with changes adopted by Town Council in Ordinance 12, Series of 2017. Applicant: Town of Vail Planner: Ashley Clark I. SUMMARY On October 3, 2017, the Vail Town Council adopted amendments to Section 12-23-2, Employee Generation and Mitigation Rates, Vail Town Code, which established revised Employee Generation Rates by Type of Commercial Use. These changes included an increase in the number of employees per 1,000 feet of new net floor area for an eating and drinking establishment from 6.75 employees to 10.2 employees. In response to this change, a preexisting example provided in Section 12-23-2C must also be updated in order to be consistent with the changes made in 2017. There is no material change proposed with this request; this request is an administrative update. II. DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST The Community Development Department is requesting that the Planning and Environmental Commission forward a recommendation of approval to the Vail Town Council for an amendment to Section 12-23-2C, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to allow for the update of the example to be consistent with Table 23-1. The proposed amendment is as follows (text to be deleted is in c+riLo+hrni irrh text that is to be added is bold. Sections of text that are not amended have been omitted.): A. The employee generation rates found in table 23-1, "Employee Generation Rates By Type Of Commercial Use", of this section, shall be applied to each type of use in a commercial development. For any use not listed, the Administrator shall determine the applicable employee generation rate by consulting the Town's current nexus study. TABLE 23-1 EMPLOYEE GENERATION RATES BY TYPE OF COMMERCIAL USE Toe Of Use Employee Generation Rate Accommodation unitf limited service lodge unit 0.6 employee per net new units Business office and professional office (including real estate and property management office) 3.2 employees per 1,000 feet of new net floor area Conference facility 0.8 employee per 1;000 feet of new net floor area Eating and drinking establishment 10.2 employees per 1;000 feet of new net floor area Health club x.96 employee per 1,a0a feet of rew net floor area Retail storelpersonal senrioelrepair shop 2.4 employees per 1,000 feet of new net floor area Spa 2.1 employees per 1,000 feet of new net floor area B. If an applicant submits competent evidence that the employee generation rates contained in table 23-1 of this section or the nexus study do not accurately reflect the number of employees generated by the proposed commercial development or redevelopment and the Administrator finds that such evidence warrants a deviation from those employee generation rates, the Administrator shall allow for such a deviation as the Administrator deems appropriate. C. Each commercial development or redevelopment shall mitigate its impact on employee housing by providing EHUs for twenty percent (20%) of the employees generated, pursuant to table 23-1 of this section, or the nexus study, in accordance with the requirements of this chapter. For example, for a development proposing two thousand five hundred (2,500) square feet of new net floor area for an eating and drinking establishment, the equation would be as follows.- ([2,500 ollows:([2,500 square feet - /1, 000 square feet] x [4.-7-5] 10.2) = 46 R 7-a 25.5 new employees generated 16 5 25.5 new employees generated x 20% = 2 27-a 5.1 employees to be housed. III. CRITERIA FOR REVIEW 1. The extent to which the text amendment furthers the general and specific purposes of the zoning regulations; and The general purposes of the zoning regulations are for "promoting the health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the town, and to promote the coordinated and harmonious development of the town in a manner that will conserve and enhance its natural environment and its established character as a resort and residential community Town of Vail Page 2 of high quality". This text amendment is intended to advance these purposes by providing consistency within the regulations and provide clear direction for development in how to calculate the correct commercial linkage fee. 2. The extent to which the text amendment would better implement and better achieve the applicable elements of the adopted goals, objectives, and policies outlined in the Vail comprehensive plan and is compatible with the development objectives of the town; and The proposed text amendment would provide a correct and consistent example of how to calculate the commercial linkage fee and reflect the Town of Vail's most recent policy update from October 3, 2017, where Town Council approved changes to how the employee generation and mitigation rates are calculated. 3. The text amendment demonstrates how conditions have substantially changed since the adoption of the subject regulation and how the existing regulation is no longer appropriate or is inapplicable; and The existing example in the text is no longer correct and needs to be changed to provide an accurate example. 4. The extent to which the text amendment provides a harmonious, convenient, workable relationship among land use regulations consistent with municipal development objectives; and The proposed text amendment is intended to provide consistency with the existing regulations for employee generation and mitigation rates, and is therefore seeking to provide a harmonious, convenient and workable relationship among land use regulations consistent with municipal development objectives. 5. Such other factors and criteria the planning and environmental commission and/or council deem applicable to the proposed text amendments IV. STAFF RECOMMENDATION The Community Development Department recommends that the Planning and Environmental Commission forward a recommendation of approval for the prescribed regulation amendment to the Vail Town Council. This recommendation is based upon the review of the criteria outlined in Section III of this memorandum and the evidence and testimony presented. Should the Planning and Environmental Commission choose to forward a recommendation of approval to the Vail Town Council for the proposed prescribed Town of Vail Page 3 regulation amendment, the Community Development Department recommends the Commission pass the following motion: "The Planning and Environmental Commission forwards a recommendation of approval to the Vail Town Council for a prescribed regulation amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to amend Section 12-23-2, Employee Generation and Mitigation Rates, Vail Town Code, in order to update and provide consistency with the changes adopted by Town Council in Ordinance 12, Series of 2017, and setting forth details in regard thereto." Should the Planning and Environmental Commission choose to forward a recommendation of approval to the Vail Town Council for the proposed prescribed regulation amendment, the Community Development Department recommends the Commission makes the following findings: "Based upon a review of Section 111 of the December 10, 2018 staff memorandum to the Planning and Environmental Commission, and the evidence and testimony presented, the Planning and Environmental Commission finds.- 1. inds: 1. That the amendment is consistent with the applicable elements of the adopted goals, objectives and policies outlined in the Vail Comprehensive Plan and is compatible with the development objectives of the Town, and 2. That the amendment furthers the general and specific purposes of the Zoning Regulations outlined in Section 12-1-2, Purpose, Vail Town Code, and 3. That the amendment promotes the health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the Town and promotes the coordinated and harmonious development of the Town in a manner that conserves and enhances its natural environment and its established character as a resort and residential community of the highest quality. " Town of Vail Page 4 ORDINANCE NO. XX SERIES OF 2018 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 12-23-2, EMPLOYEE GENERATION AND MITIGATION RATES, VAIL TOWN CODE, TO AMEND THE EXAMPLE EMPLOYEE HOUSING UNIT CALCULATION, AND SETTING FORTH DETAILS IN REGARD THERETO. WHEREAS, on October 3, 2017 the Vail Town Council adopted ordinance No. 12, Series of 2017 amending Commercial Linkage requirements in the Town of Vail; WHEREAS, the existing example in Section 12-23-2, Paragraph C, Vail Town Code, is obsolete and needs to be updated to reflect current commercial linkage requirements in Table 23-1. WHEREAS, amending the regulations will provide consistency within the section and accurately reflect the calculation required to determine the employee housing mitigation for eating and drinking establishments. WHEREAS, on [DATE] the Town of Vail Planning and Environmental Commission held a property noticed public hearing and reviewed and forwarded a recommendation of approval to the Vail Town Council for the proposed text amendments to the Zoning Regulations; WHEREAS, on [DATE], the Vail Town Council held a property -noticed public hearing on the proposed amendments to Section 12-23-2 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO, THAT: Section 1. Section 12-23-2: Employee Generation and Mitigation Rates, Vail Town Code, is hereby amended as follows (text to be deleted is inc+riUo+hrn, nh, text that is to be added is bold. Sections of text that are not amended have been omitted.) A. The employee generation rates found in table 23-1, "Employee Generation Rates By Type Of Commercial Use", of this section, shall be applied to each type of use in a commercial development. For any use not listed, the Administrator shall determine the applicable employee generation rate by consulting the Town's current nexus study. 1 TABLE 23-1 EMPLOYEE GENERATION RATES BY TYPE OF COMMERCIAL USE Tvne Of use Employee Generation Rate Accommodation unit' limited service lodge unit 0.6 employee per net new units Business office and professional office {including real estate and property management office.) 3.2 employees per 1:000 feet of nev,, net floor area Conference facility 0.8 employee per 1;000 feet of new net floor area Eating and drinking establishment 10.2 employees per 1;000 feet of nev,, net floor area Health club 0.96 emplovee per 7M feet of neti: net floor area Retail storeipersonal serviceirepair shop 2.A employees per 1,000 feet of nev,, netfloor area Spa 2.1 employees per 1.000 feet of neer net floor area B. If an applicant submits competent evidence that the employee generation rates contained in table 23-1 of this section or the nexus study do not accurately reflect the number of employees generated by the proposed commercial development or redevelopment and the Administrator finds that such evidence warrants a deviation from those employee generation rates, the Administrator shall allow for such a deviation as the Administrator deems appropriate. C. Each commercial development or redevelopment shall mitigate its impact on employee housing by providing EHUs for twenty percent (20%) of the employees generated, pursuant to table 23-1 of this section, or the nexus study, in accordance with the requirements of this chapter. For example, for a development proposing two thousand five hundred (2,500) square feet of new net floor area for an eating and drinking establishment, the equation would be as follows- ([2,500 ollows: ([2,500 square feet - /1, 000 square feet] x [4.-7-5] 10.2) _ I 27-5 25.5 new employees generated 5 25.5 new employees generated x 20% _ 2 27-a 5.1 employees to be housed Section 2. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not 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. Section 3. The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this ordinance is necessary and proper for the health, safety and welfare of the Town of Vail and the inhabitants thereof. Section 4. The amendment of any provision of the Town Code as provided in this ordinance shall not affect any right which has accrued, any duty imposed, any violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution commenced, nor any other action or proceeding as commenced under or by virtue of the provision amended. The amendment of any provision hereby shall not revive any provision or any ordinance previously repealed or superseded unless expressly stated herein. INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this [DATE] and a public hearing for second reading of this Ordinance set for the [DATE] in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail, Colorado. Dave Chapin, Mayor ATTEST: Tammy Nagel, Town Clerk INTRODUCED, READ, ADOPTED AND ENACTED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED IN FULL this day of , 2018. Dave Chapin, Mayor ATTEST: Tammy Nagel, Town Clerk TOWN OF DO VAIL TOWN PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL AGENDA MEMO MEETING DATE: ITEM/TOPIC: November26,2018 PEC Results ATTACHM ENTS: File Name Description oec results 112618.odf November 26, 2018 PEC Results TOW?J OF ffl�� PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION November 26, 2018, 1:00 PM Town Council Chambers 75 S. Frontage Road -Vail, Colorado, 81657 Call to Order 1. 1. Attendance Present: Ludwig Kurz, Karen Perez, Brian Stockmar Absent: Rollie Kjesbo, Brian Gillette Main Agenda Pam Hopkins, John Ryan Lockman, 2.1. A request for review of Major Exterior Alteration, pursuant to Section 12-7H- 40 min. 7, Exterior Alterations or Modifications, Vail Town Code, to allow for construction of a new multifamily structure with below grade parking, located at 500 East Lionshead Circle/Lot 3, Block 1, Vail Lionshead Filing 1, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC18-0034) Applicant: Lazier Lionshead LLC, represented by Braun Associates Inc. Planner: Jonathan Spence Jonathan Spence introduced the project. The proposed development will tie into the approved Launch development on the east side of this site. No formal vote is expected today. Spence clarified that there is no fitness room, which was previously mentioned does not exist. Staff is looking for feedback on the proposed development, including hot beds and the variance.. Tom Braun introduced the design team from OZ Architecture. The team has worked on several projects in Vail. This will be a work session to introduce the project. Tom showed a diagram of the site context, including the Battle Mountain LLC property to the east. These two projects have been designed to integrate together. Today this space is an alleyway, and an uninviting place. The development will tie into the mall level. The overview of the project will cover the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan, including planning and design considerations. Site is 0.729 acres, which includes the sidewalk to the west and steps to the south. Site is undeveloped; access to parking will be from the lower level to the south. Proposal conforms to development standards, including density and GRFA, below maximum allowed height. Site conforms to required setbacks, except on the east side, where the parking garage does not meet the standard. This property adjoins the development to the east at the parking garage and open plaza level, which will create a plaza and pedestrian connection to the properties to the north. Town zoning requires existing parking on the site to be maintained on site. We are planning to have about 30 spaces more than required by the Town code. We are requesting a setback variance. Braun reviewed the policy objectives of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan (LRMP), including renewal and redevelopment. A new building is proposed in location of an old parking structure. He also reviewed the detailed recommendations of the LRMP, including detailed recommendations for this site, which called for a large single structure. Tom reviewed the site plan, including the proposed stairs to provide access to the property to the north. Pedestrian areas will be snow melted. Master Plan recommends live beds, which are units that are likely to be occupied, not remaining dark for long periods of the year. There are many condominiums in the Lionshead Area, without features of a hotel. Goal is to have units with amenities and services, which are more likely to be rented and occupied. Office space will facilitate guest check-ins. Lobby, library and breakfast room are proposed. No meeting rooms are proposed, but more amenities than many nearby condos. Robert E Fitzgerald ("Fitz"), Architect — OZ Architecture — Project name is Lion's View, views to the south are amazing. In past, I have made presentations on the history of Vail, and connection between Lionshead and Vail Village. Town founded by 10th Mountain Division, to create a village like they found in Europe. In the past, Lionshead went off course, and away from the original design concept. Our theory is to meld this linear town. I'm not a Bavarian architect, and I did not grow up in Munich. But we look to the original founders' vision for Vail. He discussed other redevelopment projects in Lionshead, and discussed historical alpine architecture references. Some projects that followed this vision are Arrabelle, Ritz Carlton, and Vail's Front Door. Lionsview is the daughter of the Arrabelle and niece of the Ritz-Carlton. It will respect the beauty of its predecessors. Fitzgerald - Lionshead is still stuck with some of the remnants of California modern architecture. The concept is the center of Lionshead would be the most respective of the European architecture. He reviewed the repair of the Lionshead fabric, and the infill of the parking structure. Bob's (Lazier) concern is how the neighbors will view this building, and how this project can improve access and serviceability of the Lift House, and improving the neighborhood condition. Another policy objective is to enhance the pedestrian environment. Connection to Lionshead will be improved for Vantage Point. I was responsible for leading the public art program for Arrabelle. Some of the design elements in the Lion's View will include signature design elements from other Lazier developments. He discussed a reverse view corridor. This will maintain a view back toward our building. When the Lion's Pride building comes down it will open up a view corridor. The LRMP calls for removing the Lion's Pride building. Handicapped access will be provided through an elevator in the proposed building. This site has been an alley, and now will become a pedestrian street. Fitzgerald described the view and access from the south, once Lion's Pride is removed. Building is classic Vail, rich in detail. Not every building should be seen from all sides. We don't believe that base/middle/top is as important as some people have suggested. Middle of the building is calm. If Arrabelle was all one color, or all one facade, it would appear too large. Idea is to break down facades, as if there were property lines or partition walls. Use of balconies to animate and break up the facade. We will use a fairly limited palette of materials, including same stone as the Launch and Welcome Center buildings. Strip of red is not corten steel. That will be stainless steel. Not rusty, but luxurious. Strong stone base. Building will have a front, sides and rear. Idea is to break up building into three distinct facades. No balconies on the north side, to provide more privacy to Vantage Point. Balconies on east and west will help diminish the height of the building. A fly -by 3D view of the project design was presented. Octagon on southeast corner is a reference to the Tivoli Building. Hopkins — What size are the balconies? Fitzgerald — Minimum 6' deep. Some balconies are 10' deep. Second and third floor will have greater outdoor space, but lesser views. Smaller balconies at the upper units. Stockmar — Process also requires DRB review. Our review does not include detailed review, but more on the massing. Fitzgerald — From balconies on southwest, there will be direct views to the Arrabelle clocktower. Stockmar — If we approve this process, what is timeframe to build? Bob Lazier, owner — We hope to start about April 15th. We are in close contact with the Launch developers. Build time is 18-19 months. Underground parking is a big part of the construction time. When we built the Tivoli, it was about 6 weeks from foundation to get to ground level. About 30,000 square feet of residential space. Tivoli is about 45,000 square feet. We consider this more than a condominium, more of a residence. Perez- Tom mentioned that the extra parking spaces are a community benefit. Do you intend to provide access to the parking for the public? Lazier — Yes, and some spaces for the Lifthouse and Arcade building. Braun — Spaces will likely be leased long term, but not hourly parking. That would open up spaces in the Lionshead parking structure. Stockmar — Will Arrabelle dock be used for deliveries? Lazier — Yes. But move in and move out for residents will be on site. Stockmar — Intention of the Arrabelle dock is for daily deliveries. Today's meeting does not require a vote. Public Comment: Kingsley Brown — Vantage Point #212 — There are some nice things about the project. I like the landmark on the corner of the building. Pay more attention to the back of the building. Where will you dump the exhaust from the parking garage? Why are there windows at the top of the elevator shaft, at mechanical room? Asked about the stairs on the left side at the rear, which impact the view for Vantage Point residents. Not sure why there are windows at top floor of the steel at north side. Fitzgerald — Windows at top of stair are elevator core areas, its spandrel glass. Stockmar — Is the roof access within the maximum height? Fitzgerald — Yes Brown — Can that feature be reduced in height? Would like applicant to explain where the garage exhaust will exit building. Vehicle access seems to dominate the stairs on the south. In alley, is there delineation to separate vehicles from pedestrians? Commissioner Comments Lockman — Where does Lion's Pride pedestrian access tie into this site? What is pedestrian view looking north? (An image showing the view from the lower level near the current Lions Pride was shown to the Commission.) Hopkins — Please show the stairs between the two buildings. Fitzgerald — Stairs are about U to 8' wide at the top of stairs. Stairs are 12' to 15' wide near Lions Pride building. Lockman — Concern on the loss of a commercial aesthetic on the south side. I understand that the Master Plan does not call for this, but I feel it's a bit of a loss to lose the commercial space. I would like to see a shade analysis of the building. Looks like there is an extra floor compared to the building to the east. Spence — Building heights are almost the same. Lockman — In general, building is beautiful. Like idea of more pedestrian flow. North side as a blank building does not serve everyone well. Would like to see what one can see from 1-70 and Frontage Road. Interested to learn more about pedestrian and vehicle flow. Hopkins —Also concerned about the north side. It needs to be more animated on north. Look at the design on the north stair tower. Maybe a bit more animated. Perez —Agree with other commissioners. Would like to see more animation. Variance for this site still needs to meet criteria, just because other site to east met criteria, this site will also need to meet on its own. Kurz — Fine with the setback issue. Recommend getting as close as possible to 30 extra parking spaces. Project meets many of the recommendations of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan. Front of building is very attractive, but back looks like it has been forgotten, almost looks commercial to me. Back should sync more with from of building. Stockmar — Thanks for the comprehensive presentation. Appears to have conformity with Section 8.4 in Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan. What you are trying to do makes sense. Variance to your neighbor was made to work with this building, to make the pedestrian flow work better. We have two buildings that I find appealing, the opening between the buildings shows a useable are that I hope can be shared with Vantage Point to create community. Section 2 of Master Plan has been very much met with this plan. I am very pleased with what has been presented. Hopkins — On next review, show site plan to include buildings to the west and north. Karen Perez moved to table to January 14, 2019. Ludwig Kurz seconded the motion and it passed (5-0). Absent: (2) Gillette, Kjesbo 2.2. 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 side setback of zero feet (0') where ten feet (10') is required for a new multifamily structure, located at 500 East Lionshead Circle/Lot 3, Block 1, Vail Lionshead Filing 1, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC 18-0036) Please see the staff memorandum and related attachments with PEC 18- 0034. Applicant: Lazier Lionshead LLC, represented by Braun Associates, Inc. Planner: Jonathan Spence Ludwig Kurz moved to table to January 14, 2019. Karen Perez seconded the motion and it passed (5-0). Absent: (2) Gillette, Kjesbo 3. Approval of Minutes 3.1. November 12, 2018 PEC Results Ludwig Kurz moved to approve. Karen Perez seconded the motion and it passed (4-0). Abstain: (1) Hopkins Absent: (2) Gillette, Kjesbo 4. Adjournment Ludwig Kurz moved to adjourn. Karen Perez seconded the motion and it passed (5-0). Absent: (2) Gillette, Kjesbo 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. 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Publisher Subscribed and sworn to before me, a notary public in and for the County of Eagle, State of Colorado this day 11/23/2018. �1 Jerilynn Medina, Notary Public My Commission Expires: August 3, 2020 11 811-y 1LYrt4L als�6 rebrarew RuaL�.D. ppTARY'[7:ld56kOg938g' N'/ Cf,Y�;SI�H %'%271lw4AtiGi15T9,2�' THIS ITEM MAY AFFECT YOUR PROPERTY PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning antl Environmental Commission of the Town of Vail will hold a public hearing in accordance with- lon 12- 3-6, Veil Town Codg on December 10, 2018 at 1:00 pm In the Town of Vail Munl Ypal Building. A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council fora Prescribed Regulations Amendment pursuant to Section 12.3.1, Amendment, Val Town Code, to amentl Section 12-231, Employee Gener- ation and Mitigation Rates, Val Town Code, forcon- sistencywith changes adopted by Town Council in Ortlinance 12, Se rias of 201 ]. (PEC18-0040) The applications and information about the prooWs- s are avaleble br public inspection during floe hours at the Taw, of Vail Community Development Department, 75 SouthFrontage Road. The Wblic Is 1,VW to attend site visits. Pleasecall9]64]9- 2138 or visit www.vailg—o—planning for addition- al i...Ion. Sig language interpretation available upon request with 24-hour notification, dial 711. Published November 23, 2018 in the Vail Daily. 0000340590 Ad #: 0000348429-01 PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL Customer: TOWN OF VAIL/PLAN DEPT/COMM DEVLM COMMISSION December 18, 2818,1:08 PM Town Council Chambers Your account number is: 1023233 ]5S. Frontage Read- Vail, Colorado, 81657 PROOF OF PUBLICATION VAIL DAILY STATE OF COLORADO COUNTY OF EAGLE I, Mark Wurzer, do solemnly swear that I am Publisher of the VAIL DAILY, that the same daily newspaper printed, in whole or in part and published in the County of Eagle, State of Colorado, and has a general circulation therein, that said newspaper has been published continuously and uninterruptedly in said County of Eagle for a period of more than fifty-two consecutive weeks next prior to the first publication of the annexed legal notice or advertisement and that said newspaper has published the requested legal notice and advertisement as requested. The VAIL DAILY is an accepted legal advertising medium, only for jurisdictions operating under Colorado's Home Rule provision. That the annexed legal notice or advertisement was published in the regular and entire issue of every number of said daily newspaper for the period of 1 insertion; and that the first publication of said notice was in the issue of said newspaper dated 12/7/2018 and that the last publication of said notice was dated 12/7/2018 in the issue of said newspaper. In witness whereof, I have here unto set my hand this day, 12/19/2018. Mark Wurzer. Publisher Subscribed and sworn to before me, a notary public in and for the County of Eagle, State of Colorado this day 12/19/2018. �1 Jerilynn Medina, Notary Public My Commission Expires: August 3, 2020 11 811-y 1LYrt4L als�6 rebrarew RuaL10. iGFF <7i'Lgf,{14AD0 ppTARY'[7:ldffd89938A' N'/ Cf,;SIDN %'%c71lw4FIiGi15P9,2�' 1. Oall to 0"" 1.1. ABendance 2. Informational Update 2.1. A brief update and discussion on the normal," recycling rate and progress towards waste dl-rtrrysyion goggals in the 2009 Environmental S.tamr ark WHH,fa'ipellan.30min. PI -3. Main Agenda Ve 1Town Councile foroea Proscribetld Regtionulet ohs: Amendment, pursuers o Semion 12-3-7, Amend - e t, Vail Town Code, to amend Section 14-10--E Building Materials and Design, Vail Town Code, an, Section 14-10-B, Lantlscaping, :,,,andDrnEro- on Control, Vail Town Code, relatg to wildfire pro Is— and the proposed adoption of the International wildland Urban Intent— Leda, and setting forth details in regard their— (PEC18-0035 5. , mn The applicant has requestetl this item be labled is the January 14, 2019 regularly scheduled meeting of the Panning antl Environmental Commission. Applieent Vail Fire B Emergency Services Planner. gqChris Neubecker Town Cou ciluforta Prescribed Mulletio s Amend ment pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Val Town Code, t mend Saari- 12-23-3, Employe, Generation antl Mitigation Htes, Vail Town Code or co ,,. testy with changes tloptetl by Towr Council in Ordinance 12, Series of 2017. YPEC18- Ol 10 min. Applieent: Town of Vail Planner: Ashley Clark 4.1 November 26, 2018 PEC Results 5. Adjournment The appalications and informatipon aboa onutthe propus- oflice hours W the Townlof IVel Community Devebp m t Department, 75 South Frontage Read. The public Is invited o ad, ad the project orientation and the site visits that precede the public hearing in the Town of Vail Community Development Department. Timesantl rdo, of items are approximate, subject o change, and cannot be relied upon to determine at what time the Planning antl Environmental Com- ' will consider en item. Please cell (970 479- 2138 for edditioral information. Please cell 11 0 sign language Interpretation 4B hour prior to meet- se. Commmii Development Department Pub - iso in the Vail Daily December 7, 2018 Publishedthe Vail Daily December 7, 2018 0000348429n