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Home My WebLink About2012-0409 PECTOWN OF VA PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION April 9, 2012 12:30pm TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS / PUBLIC WELCOME 75 S. Frontage Road - Vail, Colorado, 81657 Lunch with Design Review Board 30 minutes A Joint work - session on the municipal site redevelopment Swearing in new members — Lorelei Donaldson 10 minutes 60 minutes A request for the review of conditional use permits, pursuant to Section 12 -9C -3, Conditional Uses, Vail Town Code, for a healthcare facility and a public building and grounds, to allow for the redevelopment of the Town of Vail municipal site with a medical research, rehabilitation, and office building and a municipal office building located at 75 and 111 South Frontage Road West /unplatted, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC120012) Applicant: Vail MOB, LLC, represented by Triumph Development and Town of Vail, represented by Consilium Partners, Vail Planner: Warren Campbell ACTION: MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: CONDITIONS: 15 minutes 2. A request for the review of a final plat, pursuant to Chapter 13 -12, Exemption Plat Review Procedures, Vail Town Code, to allow for the re- subdivision of Lots 2 and 3, Bighorn Subdivision 4t" Addition, located at 4316 and 4336 Streamside Circle West, and setting details in regards thereto. (PEC110063) Applicant: Diamond Assets, represented by Triumph Development Planner: Bill Gibson ACTION: MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: CONDITIONS: 30 minutes 3. A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for amendments to the Ford Park Management Plan, to allow for the construction of various improvements at Ford Park (realignment of athletic fields, new restroom and concession buildings, new covered outdoor terrace, Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater renovations, park entrance improvements, Betty Ford Alpine Garden welcome center, streetscape improvements, etc.) located at 530, 540, and 580 South Frontage Road East /Unplatted, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC120006) Applicant: Town of Vail Planner: Bill Gibson ACTION: MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: CONDITIONS: 5 minutes Page 1 4. A request for the review of amendments to a conditional use permit, pursuant to Section 12 -16- 10, Amendment Procedures, Vail Town Code, to allow for the construction of various improvements at Ford Park (realignment of athletic fields, new restroom and concession buildings, new covered outdoor terrace, Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater renovations, park entrance improvements, Betty Ford Alpine Garden welcome center, streetscape improvements, etc.) located at 530, 540, and 580 South Frontage Road East/Unplatted, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC120003) Applicant: Town of Vail Planner: Bill Gibson ACTION: Table to April 23, 2012 MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: CONDITIONS: 5 minutes 5. A request for a final recommendation to the Vail Town Council for prescribed regulations amendments to Title 12, Zoning Regulations and Title 14, Development Standards, Vail Town Code, pursuant to Section 12 -3 -7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to provide regulations that will implement sustainable building and planning standards, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC090028) Applicant: Town of Vail Planner: Rachel Dimond/ Kristen Bertuglia ACTION: Table to April 23, 2012 MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: CONDITIONS: 6. Approval of March 26, 2012 minutes MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: 7. Information Update 8. Adjournment MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: 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. Please call (970) 479 -2138 for additional information. Sign language interpretation is available upon request with 24 -hour notification. Please call (970) 479 -2356, Telephone for the Hearing Impaired, for information. Community Development Department Published April 6, 2012, in the Vail Daily. Page 2 TOWN OF VAI015 Memorandum TO: Planning and Environmental Commission /Design Review Board FROM: Community Development Department DATE: April 9, 2012 SUBJECT: A request for the review of conditional use permits, pursuant to Section 12 -9C -3, Conditional Uses, Vail Town Code, for a healthcare facility and a public building and grounds, to allow for the redevelopment of the Town of Vail municipal site with a medical research, rehabilitation, and office building and a municipal office building located at 75 and 111 South Frontage Road West /unplatted, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC120012) Applicant: Vail MOB, LLC, represented by Triumph Development and Town of Vail, represented by Consilium Partners, Vail Planner: Warren Campbell I. SUMMARY The purpose of this joint work session meeting is to present information on the municipal site redevelopment project to the Planning and Environmental Commission and the Design Review Board. Information to be presented includes: • Key points of the project, • ToV design program, • Project goals, • Design concepts, • Project schedule, and • Next steps for advancing the project forward. Staff and the applicant request the application be tabled to April 23, 2012. II. DESCRIPTION OF THE REQUEST The municipal site redevelopment project is a partnership between the Town of Vail (ToV), the Vail Valley Medical Center (VVMC), the Steadman Clinic (SC), the Stead man- Philippon Research Institute (SPRI) and Howard Head Sports Medicine (HH) to construct a new municipal office building and a new medical office building on the Town's municipal office site in an effort to sustain and grow Vail's year -round economy. The proposal will redevelop approximately 1.33 acres of the 2.05 acre municipal site. According to the Official Zoning Map of the Town of Vail, the proposed development site is located within the General Use (GU) District. The redevelopment includes the following: • The redevelopment site includes the westernmost 2 /3rds of the Town of Vail municipal office site. • Two separate buildings (ToV municipal offices and MOB) to be constructed. • The medical office building (MOB) and the Town offices total approximately 76,551 square feet of gross building space. (MOB 55,551 sq. ft. & TOV 21,000 sq. ft.) • A new three to four story tall municipal office building and a four to five story tall MOB. • A +/ -220 space below grade parking garage would be constructed to accommodate the vehicle parking need an operated under a shared arrangement. • A shared loading and delivery site will be constructed to accommodate delivers and trash removal. • Pedestrian bridge over South Frontage Road to provide circulation between MOB and VVMC. • Helipad requires relocation at VVMC's expense. • Mitigation of development impacts is required (i.e., employee housing, traffic impact fee, art in public places, etc.). • Development application fees, building permit and plan review fees, and construction use tax payments are required. • ToV to receive payment for land cost ($5 million) with a closing in March 2013. • MOB office space to be owned by SC (46 %) and VVMC (54 %). A portion of the office space is to be leased back to SPRI and HH. • The ToV municipal offices are displaced for the duration of the redevelopment project construction period ( +/- 21 months). • A total of 50 to 60 employees will be displaced during the construction period. • The continued operation of the police and emergency services dispatch departments. • Frontage Road median and turn lane improvements and other traffic circulation improvements consistent with the Vail Transportation Master Plan. • The relocation of the community recycling facilities to the RV lot at the Lionshead Parking structure. III. TOWN OF VAIL DESIGN PROGRAM • Two to Three -story tall building atop a one -story tall parking level podium. • ToV to include +/- 18,000 net usable square feet. 2 • Vehicle parking provided in a below grade structure ( +/ -72 spaces per Code) • Uses include administration, community development, finance, human resources, information technology, municipal court, police, town council chambers and community meeting space. • Police department addition to remain. Existing addition to be integrated into the overall design. IV. MEDICAL OFFICE BUILDING DESIGN PROGRAM • Four to five -story tall building atop a below grade parking structure. • MOB to include +/- 56,000 net usable square feet. • Vehicle and patient parking provided in a below grade structure. • Uses include Steadman Clinic, Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Howard Head Sports Medicine. • Shared loading and delivery facilities. • Pedestrian bridge. IV. PROJECT GOALS A series of project goals have been recommended to provide direction on throughout the course of the entitlement and construction processes. On March 20th, the Vail Town Council adopted the following goals: • Design a new office building for the Vail community that is indicative of the Vail's brand, spirit & heritage • Design a new office building for the town of Vail municipal corporation which is highly functional, user - friendly, flexible & adaptable • Design an energy efficient, cost effective, building that is representative of the premiere international mountain resort community • Design a new building that integrates with the neighboring mob facility and is coordinated with the existing police department addition and all that carries with it • Design a building that ensures ease of access to local government through improved customer service capabilities and more efficient and productive consolidated operations • Design a building which optimizes workflow, improves the delivery of municipal government services and includes an increased presence and use of technology • Deliver a new home for the town's administration, community development, economic development, finance, human resources, informational technology, municipal court and police departments 3 V. 1M DESIGN CONCEPTS In order to successfully proceed with design development of the new municipal office building design direction is required. The recommendation for design concepts include: • Civic Use • Community's Heritage • Customer Focus • Accessible • Permanence /Strength • Transparent • Vail's Brand • Vail's Spirit • Inviting/Welcoming ROLES OF REVIEWING BODIES • Flexible /Adaptable • Worldly /International • Sophisticated • Technologically Advanced • Efficient /Productive • Sustainable • Active /Energetic • Excellence Order of Review: Generally, conditional use permit applications will be reviewed by the Planning and Environmental Commission for compliance with the criteria, and then any accompanying design review application will be reviewed by the Design Review Board. Planning and Environmental Commission: The Planning and Environmental Commission is responsible for final approval, approval with modifications, or denial of a conditional use permit application, in accordance with Chapter 12 -16, Conditional Use Permits, Vail Town Code. Design Review Board: The Design Review Board has no review authority over a conditional use permit application. However, the Design Review Board is responsible for the final approval, approval with modifications, or denial of any accompanying design review application. Town Council: The Town Council has the authority to hear and decide appeals from any decision, determination, or interpretation by the Planning and Environmental Commission and /or Design Review Board. The Town Council may also call up a decision of the Planning and Environmental Commission and /or Design Review Board. Ell VII. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS SECTION 12 -2 -2, DEFINITIONS FACILITIES, HEALTHCARE: A facility principally engaged in providing services for health maintenance, diagnosis or treatment of human diseases, pain, injury, deformity, or physical condition. ARTICLE 12 -9C. GENERAL USE (GU) DISTRICT 12 -9C -1: PURPOSE: The general use district is intended to provide sites for public and quasi - public uses which, because of their special characteristics, cannot be appropriately regulated by the development standards prescribed for other zoning districts, and for which development standards especially prescribed for each particular development proposal or project are necessary to achieve the purposes prescribed in section 12 -1 -2 of this title and to provide for the public welfare. The general use district is intended to ensure that public buildings and grounds and certain types of quasi - public uses permitted in the district are appropriately located and designed to meet the needs of residents and visitors to Vail, to harmonize with surrounding uses, and, in the case of buildings and other structures, to ensure adequate light, air, open spaces, and other amenities appropriate to the permitted types of uses. 12 -9C -2: PERMITTED USES (in part): The following uses shall be permitted in the GU district: Communications antennas and appurtenant equipment. 12 -9C -3: CONDITIONAL USES: A. Generally: The following conditional uses shall be permitted in the GU district, subject to issuance of a conditional use permit in accordance with the provisions of chapter 16 of this title: Healthcare facilities. Helipad for emergency and /or community use. Public buildings and grounds. Public parking structure. Public theaters, meeting rooms and convention facilities. Public tourist/guest service related facilities. Public unstructured parking. 12 -9C -5: DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS: A. Prescribed By Planning And Environmental Commission: In the general use district, development standards in each of the following categories shall be as prescribed bV the planning and environmental commission: 1. Lot area and site dimensions. 2. Setbacks. 3. Building height. 4. Density control. 5. Site coverage. 6. Landscaping and site development. 7. Parking and loading. B. Reviewed By Planning And Environmental Commission: Development standards shall be proposed bV the applicant as a part of a conditional use permit application. Site specific development standards shall then be determined bV the alannina and environmental commission durina the review of the conditional use request in accordance with the provisions of chapter 16 of this title. 12 -9C -6: ADDITIONAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS: Additional regulations pertaining to site development standards and the development of land in the general use district are found in chapter 14 of this title. VIII. CRITERIA AND FINDINGS The review criteria and factors for consideration for a request of a conditional use permit are established in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 12 -16, Conditional Use Permits, Vail Town Code. A. Factors Enumerated: Before acting on a conditional use permit application, the planning and environmental commission shall consider the following factors with respect to the proposed use: 1. Relationship and impact of the use on development objectives of the town. 2. Effect of the use on light and air, distribution of population, transportation facilities, utilities, schools, parks and recreation facilities, and other public facilities and public facilities needs. Town of Vail Page 6 3. Effect upon traffic, with particular reference to congestion, automotive and pedestrian safety and convenience, traffic flow and control, access, maneuverability, and removal of snow from the streets and parking areas. 4. Effect upon the character of the area in which the proposed use is to be located, including the scale and bulk of the proposed use in relation to surrounding uses. 5. Such other factors and criteria as the commission deems applicable to the proposed use. 6. The environmental impact report concerning the proposed use, if an environmental impact report is required by chapter 12 of this title. B. Necessary Findings: The planning and environmental commission shall make the following findings before granting a conditional use permit: 1. That the proposed location of the use is in accordance with the purposes of this title and the purposes of the zone district in which the site is located. 2. That the proposed location of the use and the conditions under which it would be operated or maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity. 3. That the proposed use will comply with each of the applicable provisions of this title. IX. SCHEDULE The development schedule milestones and durations are outlined below: • Execute the memorandum of understanding • Issue ToV Design RFP • Design Development • Final Legal Document Prep. (DA) • ToV Entitlement • Construction Documents (CD's) • Final CDOT Approval • ToV Office Relocation • Construction Jan. 17, 2012 Jan. 20, 2012 Feb. 2012 — May 2012 Feb. 2012 — May 2012 Apr. 2012 —July 2012 Aug. 2012 — Dec. 2012 Sept. 2012 — Apr. 2013 Apr. 2013 — Jan. 2015 May 2013 — Jan. 2015 Town of Vail Page 7 X. XI. XII. NEXT STEPS A series of next steps have been identified for the project. The identified next steps are intended to ensure the parties adhere to the project schedule. The next steps include: • Sign memorandum of understanding • Authorization to issue design RFP • Determine ToV development approach • Negotiate the Development Agreement • Finalize ToV program design • CDOT Meeting • Execute P &S agreement • PEC work session • PEC work session • PEC work session • PEC work session • CUP application submittal • PEC final review STAFF RECOMMENDATION Jan. 17, 2012 (done) Jan. 17, 2012 (done) Mar. 20, 2012 (done) Apr. 2012 Apr. 2012 Apr. 2012 Apr. 2012 Apr. 9, 2012 Apr. 23, 2012 May 14, 2012 May 21, 2012 June 11, 2012 July 9, 2012 The Community Development Department requests the Planning and Environmental Commission tables this application to the April 23, 2012 meeting of the Planning and Environmental Commission. ATTACHMENTS A. Proposed conceptual plans, dated March 26, 2012 Town of Vail Page 8 F� SITE PLAN OVERVIEW 4 J �• • ` •� 1, lih 01 s ( I , w � •' + , � � " •� __ - � _ �� ` � � r 11 - , I � � � .•, ?_ t z L+ • � +. J ,.� • v v � Flame 1 Vt�il Valley'T • H Medical Lerner A -46 • V: 16d 1.4 {r 'N Meadow �..'�' At ` wV Meadow Dr 01. All A db Ilk qL ` r � � � � ' � � . � :�r `; � , � •, .y ,,yam • ..t , 6 • 'A. .,(sue$ � � • - .. _ . 1��w , - - v _ � r� - ,� MICHAEL GRAVES TOWN OF VAIL' 8, ASSOCIATES L VAIL MEU VAILI CO T , Ak V ` L -Alm , d RECEIVED By David Rhoades at 2:25 pm, Apr 05, 2012 '! L I F V F L x'11 PLI T •PROJECT INTRODUCTION /SITE is SITE FOLLOW —UP is BULK AND MASS • FINAL PEC SUBMITTAL is FINAL PEC DECISION is STAKEHOLDER /PUBLIC WORKSESSION 1 • STAKEHOLDER /PUBLIC WORKSESSION 2 APRIL 9 APRIL 23 MAY 29 JUNE I I JULY 9 MAY 1 MAY 29 PEC SCHEDULE MICHAEL GRAVES m r VAIL MEDICAL - RESEARCH- MUNICIPAL DEVELOP & ASSOCIATES VAILI Co TOWN OF VAIL.V m ZONING DATA SETBACKS: BUILDING HEIGHT: SITE COVERAGE: LANDSCAPE COVERAGE: PARKING: (Reduction possible) DENSITY: AFFORDABLE HOUSING: 1' Set by PEC Set by PEC Set by PEC Set by PEC Medical Offices - 11200 sq ft - Professional Offices 11250 sq ft Set by PEC 3.2 employees/ 1,000 sq ft CONDITIONAL USES Helipad for emergency use. Hospitals, medical and dental facilities, clinics, rehabilitation centers, clinical pharmacies, and ambulance facilities. Public buildings and grounds. Public parking facilities and structures. Pubic tourist /guest service related facilities. Public transportation terminals. 70 ,d r , t- - m Vail C Deve1 GENERAL USE DISTRICT PROCESS Uses of the site are reviewed for consistency and compliance with the identified land use. Amendment(s), if sought, require(s) the review and approval of the proposed amendment by the Town of Vail Plan- ning Er Environmental Commission and the Vail Town Council through a public hearing process L� ! 841* - - s BOULDER: VAIL MEC D ASSOCIATES; 1 I CH`1TEC7S: VAIL, C0 AA; PEW SETBACKS -SET BY PEC SITE BOUNDARY 89,300 SQ FT OVERALL I k I -1r- r- M k I A 1 9"" 1 -r- r- M t�% I I k 1 r% A M X MOB SITE (WEST) APPROXIMATELY 24,700 SQ FT ' MUNCIPAL SITE (EAST) APPROXIMATELY 64,600 SQ FT VA M 11 IMA a we] 0 SITE OPPORTUNITIES 1. ACCESS POINTS: Existing at East to Remain, Addi 5. HELIPAD: Helipad site needs to be relocated. tional Points currently set by Ever i Plan 6. ACCESS TO EXISTING VVMC New building needs to have direct connection green to current VVMC. Emergency Access 2. SETBACKS: Set by PEC 7. CROSSWALK: Current infrastructure in place for Pedestrian 3. NORTH UTILITY BOUNDARY: A Line - Difficult to relocate Crossing 4 SLOPING SITE• 10'+ Dro North to South $• EXISTING BUILDING TO REMAIN: Existing Vail Police Station to Remain p �y ANA IV ' ' y r l►•- �. f t � 1 SITE OPPORTUNITIES 9. INTERSTATE 70: 10. PROPERTY BNDRY IN CDOT SPACE: 11. ENVIRONMENTAL VZ6- Tiebacks may be difficult Highway noise Active Edge Land Swap Opportunity Non -Use able Land Sun Angles Views Prevailing Winds Or 8 . 04 • �s ,.._ `• _ � � mil � . � � • _ '3w e i 4. 1 SITE OPPORTUNITIES 9. INTERSTATE 70: 10. PROPERTY BNDRY IN CDOT SPACE: 11. ENVIRONMENTAL VZ6- Tiebacks may be difficult Highway noise Active Edge Land Swap Opportunity Non -Use able Land Sun Angles Views Prevailing Winds Or 8 . 04 • �s ,.._ `• _ � � mil � . � � • _ • MICHAEL GRAVES � � E r VAIL MEDICAL - RESEARCH- MUNICIPAL DEVELOP & ASSOCIATES VAILI CO TOWN OF VAIL' M e i • MICHAEL GRAVES � � E r VAIL MEDICAL - RESEARCH- MUNICIPAL DEVELOP & ASSOCIATES VAILI CO TOWN OF VAIL' M 0 PROPOSED MEDICAL \I PROPERTY LINE \ I PROPOSED MUNICIPAL EXISTING MUNICIPAL' TO REMAIN/ FUTURE FRONTAGE ROAD EXPANSION STEADMAN / TOV CLINIC STUDY FEBRUARY 2011 0 MICHAEL GRAVES TOWN OF VA &ASSOCIATES L CONCEPT 7 SINGLE ENTRY ■ r/IRr � INITIAL CONCEPT 1 BUILDING CONCEPTS 2 ENTRIES PAST STUDIES CONCEPT 2 1 BUILDING GR��N Dl■armmmD 37g +00 �-- 379 +0(J CONCEPT 13 SEPARATE ENTRIES UP MOB PARKING -DOWN TOWN PARKING 0 Mil m " IMA a we] 0 SHARED LOADING h rF ti� FR I I F � SHARED ACCESS F r/I�,o �F Np Rp WSJ 1 =- 4&0 � � SJ PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE � r EVERGREEN BUILDING VVM- C,PARKING STRUCTURE PROPOSE PEDESTRIA BRID E 1 1 � 1 1 1 1 VAILVALLEY MEDICAL \ 1 CENTER 1 FIRE TRUCK ACCESS TOV POLICE BUILDING Now f son woo A"!w r GE R v D �= o GERO �- RO SCORPIO 1 CONDOMINIUM 1 )S BANK 1 UILDING 1 \ \ SKAAL HAUS \ ,, SITE PLAN MICHAEL GRAVES .,. VAIL MEDICAL - RESEARCH- MUNICIPAL DEVELOP & ASSOCIATES ,p ^,E„ VAI L, CO TOWN OF VAIL' Occupant Overview /General Parking Per Code (511000, 411000) Parking per code with 20% Reduction Notes Net / Usable G ross PROJECT DENSITY F 7��man Clinic 34,950 sq ft inc below 165.1 Spaces 132 Spaces Partial Parking for Conf at 411000 F 7��man Philippon Research Institute 14,150 sq ft inc below 56.6 Spaces 45 Spaces Parking at 411000 ffng Lab -Suite 3,500 sq ft inc below 17.5 Spaces ffrd Head 6,500 sq ft inc below 32.5 Spaces 26 Spaces ffof Vail 18,000 sq ft21,00 0 sq ft 72 Spaces 58 Spaces Parking at 4/1000 Potential Expansion 4,500 sq ft5,00 0 sq ft Total Full Program Net/ Usable Gross Area Site Site Area Site Coverage Medical Office Building 59,100 sq ft Town of Vail 22,500 1 sq ft Total 81,600 sq ft Medical Office Building Town of Vail Total Area Site Boundaries Medical Office Building 24,700 sq ft Town of Vail 64,600 1 sq ft Total 89,300 sq ft Medical Office Building 21,954 Town of Vail 45,540 Total 67, 494 MICHAEL GRAVES TOWN OF VA 8, ASSOCIATES L 69,200 sq ft 26,000 sq ft 95,200 sq ft Percentage 87.82 70.50% 75.58°0 344 Spaces Area To Frontage Road 301747 sq ft 74,290 sq ft 105,037 sq ft 21,954 sq ft 45,540 sq ft 67,494 sq ft Percentage VAIL MEU VAILI CO 261 Spaces 71% Notes 'Includes area of the Existing Police Building to be Renovated 61% 'Includes area of the Existing Police Building to be Renovated 64% VAI M 11 IMA a we 7 8248' -0" d �a LOADING I 817 Q Ln Z J I 8233 -0 FIFTH FLOOR r� p I I in 8153' -0" 8218' -0" I FOURTH FLOOR sQ 1 8203' -0 'k 8199' -0" 8188' -6" SECOND FLOOR 8182' -0" d �a LOADING 817 FIRST JO* 817MECH 8163' -0" P1 0 I 0 8153' -0" P2 DOCK MICHAEL GRAVES TOWN OF VA &ASSOCIATES L SPRI STEADMAN CLINIC TFAr)YAN STEADMAN CLIN,; ---------------------------- MRI SUITE PARKING PARKING u L7 1 ILJ HOWARD HEAD HOWARD HEAD STEADMAN CLINIC ------------------ F.', r -- -- –f 1- — VAIL MEU VAILI Co SITE /BUILDING SECTIONS 00 ❑-0001 TOV BUILDING 00 PARKING PARKING PARKING SECTION THRU SITE MAII m 11 IMA a we] 0 0 I O N Ah 8224' -0" FOURTH FLOOR JA 8204' -0" THIRD FLOOR I 8190' -O" SECOND FLOOR 8176' -0" FIRST FLOOR 0 I 0 8166' -0" P1 0 I 8156' -0" P2 0 I ii 8146' -0" P3 0 MICHAEL GRAVES TOWN OF VAlILt &ASSOCIATES L SECTIO i N THRU PUBLIC SQUARE a ; . SITE /BUILDING SECTIONS STEADMAN CUNIC PARKI N�_,,C _ �� W: co-1 i i i SECTION THRU MEDICAL OFFICE BUILDING 721 VAIL MEU VA L, CO SECTION THRU MUNICIPAL BUILDING kw"FSF,&.g.CW-,tAliL]'LIICIP,&L D17VIFLOP11171 ROOF 144' LEVEL 130 ' - 0" LEVEL L 116' - 0" POLICE 110'" LEVEL 1 102' - 0" GRADE 100' - 0 PARKING 1 92' PARKINGL 82' - 0" IPARKING 3 72'v I I I I I i i e 0 Site Site Area Site Coverage Medical Office Building Town of Vail Total Medical Office Building Town of Vail Total Area Site Boundaries _ 24,700 sq ft 64,600 sq ft 89,300 sq ft 21,954 45,540 67, 494 RD1Fnr'-',*F- Percentage 87.82 70.50% 75.58% ffiE COVERAGE AT 75q W/0 UTILIZING RIGHT OF WAY Area To Frontage Road 30,747 sq ft 74,290 sq ft 105,037 sq ft 21,954 sq ft 45,540 sq ft 67,494 sq ft SITE COVERAGE 00 FR AGE goPD Percentage MICHAEL GRAVES � � •• flmk I TOWN OF VA &ASSOCIATES � � ACO 71% 61% 64°0 wairm Notes ** *Includes area of the Existing Police Building to be Renovated I** *Includes area of the Existing Police Building to be Renovated VAI m 11 IMA a we] 0 LE LE LE LE LE BUILDING AXONOMETRIC - MICHAEL GRAVES TOWN OF VA &ASSOCIATES L Occupant Steadman Clinic Steadman Philippon Research Institute Imaging Lab -Suite Howard Head Town of Vail Total Full Program Net /Usable Gross Area STACKING DIAGRAM Potential Expansion Medical Office Building) Town of Va i I Total Medical Office Building) Town of Vail Total PROGRAM Parking Lobby Loading Howard Head Imaging The Steadman Clinic LaSteadman Phillipon Research Institute Municipal IAM Poilice Building (Existing) 59,100 sq ft 22,500 sq ft 81,600 sq ft 69,200 sq ft 26,000 sq ft 95,200 sq ft MAI M 11 IMA a we] 0 LEVE PARKING AXONOMETRIC MICHAEL GRAVES TOWN OF VA &ASSOCIATES L PARKING OPPORTUNTHES Occupant IParking Per Code (511000, 411000) 1 Parking per code with 20% Reduction lNotes Steadman Clinic 165.1 Spaces 132 Spaces Partial Parking for Conf at 411000 Steadman Philippon Research Institute 56.6 Spaces 45 Spaces Parking at 411000 Imaging Lab - Suite 17.5 Spaces Howard Head 32.5 Spaces 26 Spaces Town of Vail 72 Spaces 58 Spaces Parking at 4/1000 Total Full Program Parking Per Code (511000, 411000) Parking per code with 20% Reduction Target Parking Net/ Usable 1 344 Spaces 1 261 Spaces 1 270 spaces PARKING DATA VA M 11 IMA a we] 0 0) TOWN OF VAIL 1 Memorandum TO: Planning and Environmental Commission FROM: Community Development Department DATE: April 9, 2012 SUBJECT: A request for the review of a final plat, pursuant to Chapter 13 -12, Exemption Plat Review Procedures, Vail Town Code, to allow for the re- subdivision of Lots 2 and 3, Bighorn Subdivision 4th Addition, located at 4316 and 4336 Streamside Circle West, and setting details in regards thereto. (PEC110063) Applicant: Diamond Assets, represented by Triumph Development Planner: Bill Gibson SUMMARY The applicant, Diamond Assets, represented by Triumph Development, is requesting the review of a final plat to amend the dividing property line between Lots 2 and 3, Bighorn Subdivision 4th Addition. Based upon Staff's review of the criteria outlined in Sections VII of this memorandum and the evidence and testimony presented, the Staff recommends the Planning and Environmental Commission approves, with conditions, this request subject to the findings noted in Section VIII of this memorandum. II. DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST The applicant is requesting the review of a proposed final plat to amend the dividing property boundary between Lots 2 and 3, Bighorn Subdivision 4th Addition. Each proposed lot meets the dimensional standards prescribed by the Two - Family Residential District. A total of 3,315 sq. ft. of property is proposed to be transferred from Lot 2 to Lot 3, which will shift some existing development rights from Lot 2 to Lot 3. The plat will result in no changes to the combined development rights of the two lots, except for a one square foot increase in total GRFA (gross residential floor area). The existing single - family houses on Lots 2 and 3 conform to the density, GRFA, site coverage, and landscape area requirements associated with the existing and the proposed lot areas. Both existing single - family houses are legally non - conforming in regard to the side setback requirement (15 feet) from the dividing property line. The proposed final plat amends the dividing property line and does not worsen the existing legally non - conforming side setbacks. A vicinity map (Attachment A), the proposed final plat (Attachment B), a land survey exhibit (Attachment C), and a similar final plat approved in 1994 that was not executed (Attachment D) have been attached for review. III. BACKGROUND The subject lots were originally established by the Bighorn Subdivision 4th Addition plat approved by the Eagle County Board of County Commissioners on February 3, 1964. The subject lots were annexed into the Town of Vail on November 5, 1974 through the Town's adoption of Ordinance No. 13, Series of 1974, and Ordinance No. 20, Series of 1974. The Town of Vail zoned the subject lots Two - Family Residential District. On March 14, 1994, the Planning and Environmental Commission approved a minor subdivision application to amend the dividing property line between Lots 2 and 3 in a configuration similar to this application (Attachment D). The 1994 plat transferred 2,944 sq. ft. of property from Lot 2 to Lot 3. However, it does not appear that the 1994 approved plat was executed and an associated proposed new house was not constructed. IV. APPLICABLE PLANNING DOCUMENTS Staff believes that the following provisions of the Vail Town Code are relevant to the review of this proposal: TITLE 12: ZONING REGULATIONS (IN PART ARTICLE 12 -6C: TWO- FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT Section 12 -6C -1: Purpose: The two - family residential district is intended to provide sites for low density single - family or two - family residential uses, together with such public facilities as may be appropriately located in the same zone district. The two - family residential district is intended to ensure adequate light, air, privacy and open space for each dwelling, commensurate with single- family and two - family occupancy, and to maintain the desirable residential qualities of such sites by establishing appropriate site development standards. TITLE 13, SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS, VAIL TOWN CODE (IN PAR CHAPTER 13 -1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (in part) Section 13 -1 -2: Purpose A. Statutory Authority: The subdivision regulations contained in this title have been prepared and enacted in accordance with Colorado Revised Statutes title 31, article 23, Town of Vail Page 2 for the purpose of promoting the health, safety and welfare of the present and future inhabitants of the town. B. Goals: To these ends, these regulations are intended to protect the environment, to ensure efficient circulation, adequate improvements, sufficient open space and in general, to assist the orderly, efficient and integrated development of the town. These regulations also provide for the proper arrangement of streets and ensure proper distribution of population. The regulations also coordinate the need for public services with governmental improvement programs. Standards for design and construction of improvements are hereby set forth to ensure adequate and convenient traffic circulation, utilities, emergency access, drainage, recreation and light and air. Also intended is the improvement of land records and surveys, plans and plats and to safeguard the interests of the public and subdivider and provide consumer protection for the purchaser, and to regulate other matters as the town planning and environmental commission and town council may deem necessary in order to protect the best interests of the public. C. Specific Purposes: These regulations are further intended to serve the following specific purposes: 1. To inform each subdivider of the standards and criteria by which development proposals will be evaluated, and to provide information as to the type and extent of improvements required. 2. To provide for the subdivision of property in the future without conflict with development on adjacent land. 3. To protect and conserve the value of land throughout the municipality and the value of buildings and improvements on the land. 4. To ensure that subdivision of property is in compliance with the town's zoning ordinances, to achieve a harmonious, convenient, workable relationship among land uses, consistent with town development objectives. 5. To guide public and private policy and action in order to provide adequate and efficient transportation, water, sewage, schools, parks, playgrounds, recreation, and other public requirements and facilities and generally to provide that public facilities will have sufficient capacity to serve the proposed subdivision. 6. To provide for accurate legal descriptions of newly subdivided land and to establish reasonable and desirable construction design standards and procedures. 7. To prevent the pollution of air, streams and ponds, to assure adequacy of drainage facilities, to safeguard the water table and to encourage the wise use and management of natural resources throughout the town in order to preserve the integrity, stability and beauty of the community and the value of the land. TOWN OF VAIL LAND USE PLAN (IN PART) CHAPTER II — LAND USE PLAN GOALS / POLICIES (in part) 1. General Growth /Development (in part) Town of Vail Page 3 1. 12 Vail should accommodate most of the additional growth in existing developed areas (infill areas). 5. Residential (in part) 5.1 Additional residential growth should continue to occur primarily in existing, platted areas and as appropriate in new areas where high hazards do not exist. CHAPTER VI — PROPOSED LAND USE (IN PART) 4. Proposed Land Use Categories (in part) LDR - Low Density Residential This category includes single - family detached homes and two - family dwelling units. Density of development within this category would typically not exceed 3 structures per buildable acres. Also within this area would be private recreation facilities such as tennis courts, swimming pools and club houses for the use of residents of the area. Institutional/ public uses permitted would include churches, fire stations, and parks and open space related facilities. V. SITE ANALYSIS Addresses: Legal Descriptions: Zoning: Land Use Plan Designation: Current Land Use: Geological Hazards: 4316 and 4336 Streamside Circle West Lots 2 and 3, Bighorn Subdivision 4t" Addition Two - Family District Low Density Residential Two (2) Single - Family Residences Gore Creek 100 -Year Flood Plain Development Standards Allowed/ Existing Proposed Existing Proposed Required Lot 2 Lot 2 Lot 3 Lot 3 Total Area n/a 24,480 27,794 20,791 17,476 Street Frontage (min. ft.) 30 82 71 102 113 Size and Shape (min. ft.) 80x80 >80x >80 >80x >80 >80x >80 >80x >80 GRFA (max. sq.ft.) formula 7,732 8,163 7,252 6,822 Site Coverage (max. sq.ft.) 20% 4,896 5,559 4,158 3,495 Landscape Area (min sq.ft.) 60% 14,688 16,676 12,474 10,485 The existing residence on Lot 2 consists of 1,320 sq. ft. of both site coverage and GRFA, and meets the landscape area requirements for both the existing and proposed lot sizes. Town of Vail Page 4 VI The existing residence on Lot 3 consists of 4,664 of GRFA; 3,065 sq. ft. of site coverage; and meets the landscape area requirements for both the existing and proposed lot sizes. Both Lot 2 and Lot 3 have a minimum of 15,000 sq. ft. of buildable area. Both existing single - family houses are legally non - conforming in regard to the side setback requirement (15 feet) from the dividing property line. The proposed final plat amends the dividing property line, but does not worsen the existing legally non - conforming side setbacks. SURROUNDING LAND USES AND ZONING Current Land Uses North: Residential West: Residential East: Residential South: Residential VII. REVIEW CRITERIA Zoning Two - Family District Two - Family District Two - Family District Two - Family District Before acting on a final plat application, the Planning and Environmental Commission shall consider the following factors with respect to the proposed use: The extent to which the proposed subdivision is consistent with all 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 subject properties are designated as Low Density Residential by the Vail Land Use Plan. The Vail Land Use Plan identifies single - family and two - family dwelling units as the appropriate density for properties in the Low Density Residential category. Both the existing and proposed lot areas facilitate the construction of single - family and two - family dwelling units. Staff believes the proposed final plat is consistent with the Vail Land Use Plan's goals: 1.12 Vail should accommodate most of the additional growth in existing developed areas (infill areas). 5.1 Additional residential growth should continue to occur primarily in existing, platted areas and as appropriate in new areas where high hazards do not exist. Staff believes the proposed final plat is consistent with the purpose of the Town's Subdivision Regulations and purpose of the Two - Family Residential District as outlined in Section IV of this memorandum. Staff believes the proposed final plat 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. Staff believes the proposed final plat is therefore consistent with this criterion. Town of Vail Page 5 2. The extent to which the proposed subdivision complies with all of the standards of Title 13, Subdivision Regulations, Vail Town Code, as well as, but not limited to, Title 12, Zoning Regulations, Vail Town Code, and other pertinent regulations that the planning and environmental commission deems applicable; and The proposed final plat establishes a property boundary between Lots 2 and 3 that complies with the minimum area (15,000 sq. ft. buildable area), minimum street frontage (30 ft.), and the minimum size and shape dimensions (80 ft. by 80 ft. square) standards prescribed by the Two - Family Residential District. A total of 3,315 sq. ft. of property is proposed to be transferred from Lot 2 to Lot 3, which will shift some existing development rights from Lot 2 to Lot 3. The plat will result in no changes to the combined development rights of the two lots, except for a one square foot increase in total GRFA. The existing single - family houses on Lots 2 and 3 conform to the density, GRFA, site coverage, and landscape area requirements associated with the existing and the proposed lot areas. Both existing single - family houses are legally non - conforming in regard to the side setback requirement (15 feet) from the dividing property line. The proposed final plat amends the dividing property line, but does not worsen the existing legally non - conforming side setbacks. Staff believes the proposed final plat complies with the applicable requirements of the Town's Subdivision Regulations and Zoning Regulations, and is therefore consistent with this criterion. 3. The extent to which the proposed subdivision presents a harmonious, convenient, workable relationship among land uses consistent with municipal development objectives; and Staff believes the proposed final plat is consistent with the Vail Land Use Plan's Low Density Residential designation. Staff believes the proposed property line realignment maintains the existing harmonious and workable relationship between the existing structures and the property boundaries. Staff believes the proposed final plat creates lot shapes and sizes that are consistent with the general character of the existing neighborhood. The while the existing single - family residences are legally non- conforming in regard to side setbacks, all future additions and new structures will meet the setback standards. Therefore, Staff does not believe the proposed final plat will have significant negative affects on the future development of the surrounding area in comparison to existing conditions. 4. The extent of the effects on the future development of the surrounding area; and Town of Vail Page 6 A total of 3,315 sq. ft. of property is proposed to be transferred from Lot 2 to Lot 3, which will shift some existing development rights from Lot 2 to Lot 3. The plat will result in no changes to the combined development rights of the two lots, except for a one square foot increase in total GRFA. The proposed final plat is consistent with the Vail Land Use Plan's Low Density Residential designation. The proposed final plat will accommodate additional community growth in an existing developed areas (infill areas) as recommended by the Vail Land Use Plan. The proposed final plat was designed such that the existing single - family structures comply with most requirements of the Two - Family Residential District and the existing legally nonconforming setbacks are not affected. Therefore, Staff does not believe the proposed final plat will have significant negative affects on the future development of the surrounding area in comparison to existing conditions. 5. The extent to which the proposed subdivision is located and designed to avoid creating spatial patterns that cause inefficiencies in the delivery of public services, or require duplication or premature extension of public facilities, or result in a "leapfrog" pattern of development; and This proposed final plat does not expand the developable area of these properties beyond their existing collective boundaries. Staff does not believe the proposed final plat will have significant negative affects on the community's special patterns in comparison to existing conditions. 6. The extent to which the utility lines are sized to serve the planned ultimate population of the service area to avoid future land disruption to upgrade undersized lines; and Utility services exist for the subject property. Staff does not believe the proposed final plat will have significant negative affects on utilities in comparison to existing conditions. 7. The extent to which the proposed subdivision provides for the growth of an orderly viable community and serves the best interests of the community as a whole; and This proposed final plat does not expand the developable area of the subject properties beyond their existing collective boundaries. The proposed final plat is consistent with the Vail Land Use Plan's Low Density Residential designation. The proposed final plat will accommodate additional community growth in an existing developed areas (infill areas) as recommended by the Vail Land Use Plan. Therefore, Staff believes the proposed final plat provides for growth in an orderly manner. 8. The extent to which the proposed subdivision results in adverse or beneficial impacts on the natural environment, including, but not limited to, water quality, air quality, noise, vegetation, riparian corridors, hillsides and other desirable natural features; and Town of Vail Page 7 This proposed final plat does not expand the developable area of the subject properties beyond their existing collective boundaries nor will the plat increase development rights. Staff does not believe the proposed final plat will have significant negative impacts to the natural environment in comparison to existing conditions. 9. Such other factors and criteria as the commission and /or council deem applicable to the proposed subdivision. On March 14, 1994, the Planning and Environmental Commission approved a minor subdivision application to amend the dividing property line between Lots 2 and 3 in a configuration similar to this application (Attachment D). The 1994 plat transferred 2,944 sq. ft. of property from Lot 2 to Lot 3. However, it does not appear that the 1994 approved plat was executed and an associated proposed new house was not constructed. VIII. RECOMMENDATION The Community Development Department recommends the Planning and Environmental Commission approves, with conditions, this request for the review of a final plat, pursuant to Chapter 13 -12, Exemption Plat Review Procedures, Vail Town Code, to allow for the re- subdivision of Lots 2 and 3, Bighorn Subdivision 4" Addition, located at 4316 and 4336 Streamside Circle West, and setting details in regards thereto. Staff's recommendation is based upon the review of the criteria outlined in Section VII of this memorandum and the evidence and testimony presented. Should the Planning and Environmental Commission choose to approve this final plat, the Community Development Department recommends the Commission pass the following motion: "The Planning and Environmental Commission approves this request for the review of a final plat, pursuant to Chapter 13 -12, Exemption Plat Review Procedures, Vail Town Code, to allow for the re- subdivision of Lots 2 and 3, Bighorn Subdivision 4t" Addition, located at 4316 and 4336 Streamside Circle West, and setting details in regards thereto. " Should the Planning and Environmental Commission choose to approve this final plat, the Community Development Department recommends the Commission impose the following conditions: "I. The applicant shall add the following note to the plat: The addresses on this plat are for reference purposes only. Please refer to the Town of Vail for updated addressing information. 2. The applicant shall delete the administrator certificate from the plat." Town of Vail Page 8 Should the Planning and Environmental Commission choose to approve this final plat, the Community Development Department recommends the Commission makes the following findings: "Based upon the review of the criteria outlined in Section Vll of the Staff memorandum to the Planning and Environmental Commission dated April 9, 2012, and the evidence and testimony presented, the Planning and Environmental Commission finds: 1. The final plat is in compliance with the criteria prescribed by Chapter 13 -12, Exemption Plat Review Procedures, Vail Town Code. 2. The final plat is consistent with the adopted goals, objectives and policies outlined in the Vail Comprehensive Plan and compatible with the development objectives of the town. 3. The final plat is compatible with and suitable to adjacent uses and appropriate for the surrounding areas. 4. The final plat 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. " IX. ATTACHMENTS A. Vicinity Map B. Proposed Final Plat C. Survey Exhibit D. 1994 Approved Final Plat (not executed) Town of Vail Page 9 a � U i y„ U 'Ct M _ � a o N E aJ M � M �a t .M� W Attachment A Ar lam: f . F- �I� P .�P,,;_ I +4i . 2J w J 3 fr PS E Town of Vail Page 10 m� T5S R84W 2 1 11 12 V VICINITY MAP NOT TO SCALE M SUBJECT SITE .+1► kk"Y4 A I� 0" W, LOT 20-1 f F / BIGHORN SUBDIVISION, RESUBDIVIBION OF LOT 20 LOT 1 END. No. 4 REAR W/ 1/2" ALUM. CAP \ L.S.. No. 26598 LOT — / f �w p• t rr NOTES: 1 Date of Survey: October 12, 2011. _ '2 Land Title Guarantee Company order No. V50032035 dated September 30, 2011 was relied upon for all title and easement Information. 3) Notice: According to Colorado law you must commence any legal action based upon any defect in this survey within three years after you first discover such defect.. In no event, may any action based upon any defect in this survey be commenced more than ten years from the date of thb certificati6n shown hereon. 4) Basis of Bearings is a line between found monuments marking th e most Northerly corner of Lo t 8, Bighorn Subdivision Fourth Addition and t h e East Northeast angle point of Lot 8 'being 549'08'49 "E, as .shown and described hereon, 5) Protective Covenants are recorded in Book 174 at Page 403 and as amended ` in instrument recorded in Book 667 at Page . 403. 6) The purpose of this plat is to change the dividing property line between Lot 2 and Lot 3 as shown hereon. ) The pedestrian easement shown hereon Is for this, use of residents of Bighorn Subdivisions for access to the creek and is not dedicated to the public, as coiled out on the final plot of Bighorn Subdivision Fourth Addition, 8) The U.S, survey foot is the lineal unit used for the dimensions on this plot. LAND USE SUMMARY AREA(ACRES) USE ADDRESS Lot 2 0.647 Two Family Residential District 4316 Strearnside Circle West Lot 3 0.392 Two family Residential District 4336 Streomside Circle West 47 56 ~~ 100.20 f NORTH CORNER LOT 8 25.015` 14"29'04" FOUND PLAIN No. 4 REBAR r j� 1fE:O' L4*71.32 FND, 25' WITNESS„ CORNER - 38.61 // to '� �' �� p0 G No. 4 RESL Wifo 1 L1Jlvl. CAP C == 68.66 / 9 \ FOUND R.O.W. MONUMENT 68' ' CB=S 26 °02'28" E C L BIGHORN f W _ KEK r< FND. 53' WITNESS CORNER � S. No. 26598 /Q �•� \ C? No. *€ REBAR W/ 1/2" ALUM. CAP \ 1 /2" ALUM•. CAP 6�\ L.S. No. 265§8 � �% L.S. Na. 26598 �� iii, 'O \ OUITLINE 10.75' 0, S rs LOT � � �„ �` � � , ` 0,638 ACRES `, + . w �• 20.E (231 ~ STREAMSIDE CIRCLE WEST \7lq PROPERTY LINE TO BE Ar 0 40011ACR S 7� //� ABANDONED BY THIS PLAT 433 STREAMSIDE CIRCLE WEST 5 LOT 9 od, `'. --° q ^� BIGHORN ESTATES ATES « � � " . --°" � ` �! ~ � �� BUILDING OUTLINE r CORNED FALLS 1N RIVER ! F -1 I / (DID NOT SET) v., t ��'- .a 1. _ �FL _ _j �/' d 70 L 6., :` ^� FND. No. 4 REBAR �'Q' ► FLAGSTONE t �� EDGE �? �+'"" SPA PATIO i �� W /WAHEf2. (S 32'04' E, GORE CREEK �. o,;� L ! 0.54 FROM CORNER) f °� `` PEDESTRIAN DRAINAGE - "NIP f UTILITY EASEMENT LOT / �� r r' s� �f' .� tK LOT 4 `� 20.0` "`�. / ! `~ �,_• FND. 39' WITNE=SS CORNER "No. 4 REBAR W/ 1/2 ALUM. CAP o /�yy y('� LOT 4 w`" -�.., ^{ ` L.S. No.- 2q,59 - LOT 3/ P11 1-71 LOT SCALE" 1 " ' 30' .. � � � LOT 6 BIGHORN ESTATES, LOT 7 RE SUBDIVISION OF LOTS 10 & 11 "D W, ate, 41199 ' HIGHWAY 6 & 24,'66 VAII, P,O, BOX 1230 EDWARDS, CO. 81632 (970)949 - -1406 rf t F �/ /P.0 FOUND R.O.W. MONUMENT N.E. ANGLE PT. LOT 8. CER11FIME of DEDICATION AND OWNERSHIP Know all men by these presents that Diamond Assets Inc., being sole owner in fee simple of all the root property situated in the Town of Vail, Eagle County, Colorado, described as follows: Lot 2 and Lot 3, Bighorn Subdivision Fourth Addition, according to the map thereof recorded at reception No, 98774 in the office of the Eagle County, Colorado, Clerk and Recorder, containing 1,039 acres, more or less: have by these presents laid oat, platted and subdivided the some into Parcels as shown on this final plot under the name and style of Bighorn Subdivision Fourth Addition, A Res abdivision of Lots 2 & 3 ", a subdivision in the Town of Vail, Eagle County, Colorado, and do hereby dedicate and set apart all of the public roads and other public improvements and places as shown on the. accompanying plat tq the use of the public forever; and do hereby dedicate those portions of sdid reai property which are indicated as easement on the accompanying plot as easements for the purpose' shown hereon; and do hereby grant the right to install and maintain structures to the entity responsible for providing the services for which the easements are established. Executed this....,......_—day of ., M � �_ _ .� �. A.D,, 20---. Owner: Diamond Assets Inc. 3279 a, Santa Fe Dr. Englewood, Co. 80110 STATE OF --- — --- ..,,_. -------- ) )ss. COUNTY OF The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of --------- ..._.,._...w,.... - A.D., 20-- by as of Diamond Assets Inc. My Commission expires: Witness my hand and seal Notary Pub11c--._..,.___ –_–__– _--__r--- --- Ad TITLE CERTIFICATE Land Title Guarantee Company does hereby certify that the title to all lands shown upon this final plat has been examined and is vested in: Diamond Assets Inc. and that title to such lands is free and clear of all liens and encumbrances, except as follows: Dated this _ day of ---- — --- ...w_------------- A.D., 20_..,..,.. Land Title Guarantee Company 108 S. Frontage Road West Vail, CO $1657 SURVEYOR'S CERTIFICATE I do hereby certify that I am, a registered Land Surveyor licensed under the laws of the State of Colorado, that this plot is true, correct and' complete as laid out, platted, dedicated and shown hereon, that such plat was made from an accurate survey of sold property by me and under my supervision and correctly shows the location and dimensions of the lots, easements and streets of said subdivision as the some are stoked upon the ground in compliance with applicable regulations governing the subdivision of land. In witness thereof I have set my hand and seal this ___ day of --------------- A.D., 20_-- Michael J. Post Colorado PLS 30116 G PLANNING AND EWRONMENTAL COMMIISION 0'11 OATE This final .plot was approved by the Town of -Vail Planning; and- Environmentol Commission this day of 20� ATTEST: Town Clerk _ Chttirrrran To wn of Vail, To wn of Vail RI onl1_'hg and Environmentat Commission ADMINISTRATOR CMFICAIE This final plat is hereby approved by the Town of Vail Administrator this . day of ... ATTEST: Town Clerk Administtrator _ Town of Vail Town of Vail CERTIFICATE OF TA1(ESi PAID 1, the undersigned, do .hereby certify that the entire amount of taxes 0,6d assessments due and payable as of upon all parcels of real estate described on this plat are 'paid in full. Dated this _ doy of A.D., 20 –, Treasurer of Eagle County CLERK AND RECORDER'S CERTIFICATE This Plot was filed for record in the Office of the Clerk and recorder at _— ----- o'clock on this --day of and is duty recorded as Reception No. Clerk and Recorder Deputy pqpR a 3 2012 TOWN OF VAIL r� S A BIGHORN �� LOT'`` __ �970)!a4g —1406 JOB- - NO. . - FINAL PLAT, A RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 2 & 3, BIGHORN SUBDIVISION FOURTH ADDITION TOWN OF VAIL, EAGLE COUNTY, COLORADO 7r. 7 9 ORN ESTATES BICH 1.07ESTATES LX . ............ ........... ... .. . .... . .... . .... LOT 3 . ..... . ..... . .............. . ...... . .............. . 4 ------- -- ...... LOT 1 • LOT 2 LOT ♦ LOT I VICINITY MAP --------------- liwii . .. ..... wr r ........... - LOT �/ /LOT LOT !rr 6 LOT 20-� MHORN ESTATES I LOT 7 BIGHORN ORN SUOD'MS"' W RESUBSION OF LOT 20 LOT I EA?LE.VALjEY "WMW- INC. RESUB DMSION OF LOTS iO & 11 , w. Mr. LOT 20-2 .......... . .... * ------ ----- ------ - .5,2w R.? 00 '-M T 2 _ 7 9 ORN ESTATES BICH 1.07ESTATES LX LOT 3 F 4 ------- -- ...... LOT 1 • LOT 2 LOT ♦ LOT I --------------- liwii WALL 1, M, LOT �/ /LOT LOT ✓ 6 v;;;- MHORN ESTATES I LOT 7 EA?LE.VALjEY "WMW- INC. RESUB DMSION OF LOTS iO & 11 .......... . .... 0) TOWN OF VAIL ' Memorandum TO: Planning and Environmental Commission FROM: Community Development Department DATE: April 9, 2012 SUBJECT: A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for amendments to the Ford Park Management Plan, to allow for the construction of various improvements at Ford Park (realignment of athletic fields, new restroom and concession buildings, new covered outdoor terrace, Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater renovations, park entrance improvements, Betty Ford Alpine Garden welcome center, streetscape improvements, etc.) located at 530, 540, and 580 South Frontage Road East /Unplatted, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC120006) Applicant: Town of Vail, represented by Braun Associates Planner: Bill Gibson SUMMARY This is a request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for proposed amendments to the Ford Park Management Plan. The proposed amendments are intended to update the current plan and to facilitate the future construction of the various capital improvements at the park. The capital improvement projects associated with these proposed management plan amendments will be reviewed by the Planning and Environmental Commission and /or the Design Review Board at future public hearings. Based upon Staff's review of the criteria outlined in Sections VII of this memorandum and the evidence and testimony presented, the Staff recommends the Planning and Environmental Commission forwards a recommendation of approval to the Vail Town Council for the proposed amendments to the Ford Park Management Plan subject to the findings noted in Section VI of this memorandum. II. DESCRIPTION OF THE REQUEST The applicant, Town of Vail, in coordination with the other Ford Park stakeholder groups (Vail Valley Foundation, Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, and Vail Recreation District) is proposing amendments to the Ford Park Management Plan. These amendments are intended to facilitate the construction of various capital projects identified in the 2011 election that re- allocated a portion of the Convention Center Fund toward improvements at the park. Town of Vail The following is a summary of the future Ford Park capital improvements associated with these management plan amendments: • Park entry improvements at Vail Valley Drive at Gore Creek streamwalk, Manor Vail, and Nature Center Bridge • Frontage Road entry pedestrian improvements • Frontage Road entry bus stop and shelter • Frontage Road entry on- street /off- street parking and passenger drop -off • Athletic field concessions /restroom building • Athletic field expansion (alignment, bleachers, fencing, landscaping, etc.) • Athletic field west restroom /storage building • Lower Bench playground restrooms • Lower Bench walkway path • Gore Creek streamwalk • Ford Family Tribute • Betty Ford Way streetscaping and improvements • Amphitheater social courtyard • Amphitheater loading /delivery vehicle turn - around area • Amphitheater ticketing , restrooms, and lawn seating • Amphitheater / Athletic fields noise mitigation • Betty Ford Alpine Gardens north entry • Betty Ford Alpine Gardens expansion area • Betty Ford Alpine Gardens education center • Service and Delivery central trash enclosure • Service and Delivery East Betty Ford Way access road • Art in Public Places (AIPP) • Way- finding and signage • Delineating a park preservation zone • Shuttle service programming The applicant is proposing amendments to update the following sections of the Ford Park Management Plan: • Introduction • Section 1: Executive Summary • Section 2: Background of Ford Park • Section 3: Process of Developing the Management Plan • Section 4: Purpose of the Management Plan • Section 6: Illustrative Plan Components • Section 8: Appendix Town of Vail Page 2 The proposed amendments to the Introduction, Executive Summary, Background, Process, and Purpose sections are intended to update this 15 year old master plan and to facilitate the future capital improvements identified above. The proposed amendments to Section 6: Illustrative Plan Components include reorganizing this section by topic, rather than by geographic location; identifying action steps completed since the 1997 adoption of the Ford Park Management Plan; and replacing the illustrative plan drawings. Since the 1997 version of the Ford Park Management Plan is recorded in the Town's archives, the applicant is proposing to delete the appendix section of the management plan document. The applicant is NOT proposing amendments to the following section of the Ford Park Management Plan: • Section 5: Goals, Policies, and Action Steps. Consistent with Goal #1 (Preserve and Protect Ford Park) of the current Ford Park Management Plan, the proposed plan amendments DO: Limit future development to only new and existing uses allowed by the plan. Maintain all existing park functions at a high quality level (generally in their current locations). Consistent with Goal #1 (Preserve and Protect Ford Park) of the current Ford Park Management Plan, the proposed plan amendments DO NOT: • Allow any new or existing use that is prohibited by the management plan. • Allow any new or changed facility to curtail another existing public use or facility at the park. • Allow lease agreements for any party that does not currently hold such an agreement (Vail Valley Foundation, Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, and Vail Recreation District). • Alter the historic qualities and natural character of the Nature Center. The proposed plan amendments do not include actions related to Goal #6 (Delineate Financial Responsibilities Among Ford Park Lease Holders) and DO NOT: Alter any current lease, license, or use agreements or financial responsibilities. Alter the day -to -day management or coordination of activities within the park. Town of Vail Page 3 A vicinity map and draft amendments to the Ford Park Management Plan have been attached for review. The 1997 version of Ford Park Management Plan can be downloaded in its entirety at the following link: https: / /www.vailgov.com /docs /dl forms /ford park management complete compressed.pdf III. BACKGROUND In 2011, the Vail voters approved the re- allocation of a portion of the collected Convention Center Fund toward improvements at Ford Park. During that election, the public was presented schematic plans for a variety of projects in Ford Park including improvements to the athletic fields, amphitheater, alpine gardens, pedestrian circulation, transit, etc. The proposed amendments to the Ford Park Management Plan are intended to facilitate the construction of these park improvements. Since the 2011 election, the applicant has assembled a stakeholder group with representatives from the Vail Valley Foundation, Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, and the Vail Recreation District; met with the adjacent property owners; held public open house events; and presented at public hearings before the Vail Town Council. On March 5 and 26, 2012, the Planning and Environmental Commission held public hearing work sessions to discuss the various proposed park improvements and the associated management plan amendments. IV. APPLICABLE REGULATIONS ZONING REGULATIONS SECTION 12 -1 -2: PURPOSE: A. General: These regulations are enacted for the purpose of 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 of high quality. B. Specific: These regulations are intended to achieve the following more specific purposes: 1. To provide for adequate light, air, sanitation, drainage, and public facilities. 2. To secure safety from fire, panic, flood, avalanche, accumulation of snow, and other dangerous conditions. 3. To promote safe and efficient pedestrian and vehicular traffic circulation and to lessen congestion in the streets. Town of Vail Page 4 4. To promote adequate and appropriately located off street parking and loading facilities. 5. To conserve and maintain established community qualities and economic values. 6. To encourage a harmonious, convenient, workable relationship among land uses, consistent with municipal development objectives. 7. To prevent excessive population densities and overcrowding of the land with structures. 8. To safeguard and enhance the appearance of the town. 9. To conserve and protect wildlife, streams, woods, hillsides, and other desirable natural features. 10. To assure adequate open space, recreation opportunities, and other amenities and facilities conducive to desired living quarters. 11. To otherwise provide for the growth of an orderly and viable community. ARTICLE 12 -9C: GENERAL USE DISTRICT 12 -9C -1: PURPOSE: The general use district is intended to provide sites for public and quasi - public uses which, because of their special characteristics, cannot be appropriately regulated by the development standards prescribed for other zoning districts, and for which development standards especially prescribed for each particular development proposal or project are necessary to achieve the purposes prescribed in section 12 -1 -2 of this title and to provide for the public welfare. The general use district is intended to ensure that public buildings and grounds and certain types of quasi - public uses permitted in the district are appropriately located and designed to meet the needs of residents and visitors to Vail, to harmonize with surrounding uses, and, in the case of buildings and other structures, to ensure adequate light, air, open spaces, and other amenities appropriate to the permitted types of uses. VAIL LAND USE PLAN Goal 1. General Growth /Development 1.1 Vail should continue to grow in a controlled environment, maintaining a balance between residential, commercial and recreational uses to serve both the visitor and the permanent resident. 1.2 The quality of the environment including air, water and other natural resources should be protected as the Town grows. 1.3 The quality of development should be maintained and upgraded whenever possible. Town of Vail Page 5 1. 12 Vail should accommodate most of the additional growth in existing developed areas (infill areas). 1.13 Vail recognizes its stream tract as being a desirable land feature as well as its potential for public use. Goal 2. Skier /Tourist Concerns 2.1 The community should emphasize its role as a destination resort while accommodating day visitors. 2.4 The community should improve summer recreational options to improve year - round tourism. 2.5 The community should improve non -skier recreational options to improve year -round tourism. 2.7 The Town of Vail should improve the existing park and open space lands while continuing to purchase open space. Goal 6. Community Services 6.1 Services should keep pace with increased growth. 6.2 The Town of Vail should play a role in future development through balancing growth with services. 6.3 Services should be adjusted to keep pace with the needs of peak periods. FORD PARK MANAGEMENT PLAN (1997 SECTION 5: GOALS, OBJECTIVES, POLICIES AND ACTION STEPS Goals for Ford Park are summarized in six major goal statements. Each goal statement focuses on a particular aspect of Ford Park brought up during the stakeholder and public input portions of the Management Plan process. As one might anticipate, there is a certain amount of overlap between the goal statements. The issues concerning Ford Park are complicated and convoluted as are the solutions to these issues. It is intended that the goal statements be consistent and complementary to each other and be designed to provide a framework, or direction, for the future management of Ford Park. A series of objectives following each goal statement outline specific steps that can be taken toward achieving each stated goal. Policy statements are intended to guide decision - making in achieving each of the stated objectives in reviewing development Town of Vail Page 6 proposals and implementing capital improvement projects. Action steps are the final measure in implementing the goal statements. Illustrative plans following the Goals, Objective, and Action Steps are included to help explain the concepts represented by those statements. The illustrations are conceptual and are not to be considered as final design solutions. Goal #1: Preserve and protect Ford Park. Objectives: 1.1: Limit future development. Action Step 1.1.1: Draft a new ordinance to exclude those uses listed in Ordinance No. 6, Series of 1973, now considered to be inappropriate, and to redefine the allowable uses within Ford Park. Policy Statement 1: The following uses that are allowed and prohibited for Ford Park shall take precedence over Section 18.36.030 of the Municipal Code concerning the General Use Zone District. Allowed Uses • Park and greenbelt • Bicycle and hiking trails • Children's playground • Outdoor amphitheater • Botanical gardens • Environmental, educational, and historical centers • Picnic areas • Recreation and athletic facilities • Transportation systems and other public utility easements • Parking • Administrative offices Prohibited uses • Ski lift and related facilities • Exchange or trade • Civic center, convention /conference center, public schools, gymnasium, and assembly hall • Swimming pools • Equestrian trails • Type 111 and IV employee housing Town of Vail Page 7 Policy Statement 2: New or changed facilities or uses will not be permitted to curtail existing public uses of facilities in the Park unless there is either a compelling public interest or adequate alternative facilities are available to its users. All functions in the park shall be maintained and function at a high quality level. Action Step 1.1.2: Create and attach plan sheets which outline lease areas, referred to as Exhibit A in the Vail Recreation District lease agreement and Exhibit B in the Vail Valley Foundation lease agreement, but which were never attached. Policy Statement 3: The existing variety of uses and facilities in the Park will be preserved. The Town will not enter into a lease agreement with any party that does not currently hold such an agreement, hereby maintaining current leaseholder status to: Vail Valley Foundation, Vail Alpine Garden Foundation, and Vail Recreation District, or their successors. 1.2: Refine criteria for evaluating future development proposals. Action Step 1.2.1: Update the Design Criteria and Site Guidelines included in the 1985 Ford Park Master Plan by: a) Creating additional development guidelines for underground, low visual impact type structures, enhanced landscaping, and full and complete impact mitigation. b) Enforcing existing criteria and guidelines to solve and /or avoid problems associated with development projects within Ford Park. 1.3: Designate Preservation Zones within Ford Park to protect sensitive natural areas and /or buffer zones between venues areas from developmental impacts. Define allowed uses within Preservation Zone areas. Action Step 1.3.1: Define criteria for designating Preservation Zones and their uses within Ford Park. For example, significant native vegetation, wildlife habitat, and wetlands may be criteria for designating sensitive natural areas, while grade separations and dense landscape plantings may be criteria for designating sensitive buffer zones. Action Step 1.3.2: Delineate Preservation Zones within Ford Park. Policy Statement 4: All proposed development projects shall be reviewed for compliance with Design Criteria and Site Guidelines, as well as other Town of Vail Page 8 Town regulations, and shall be additionally judged according to the recreational, educational or social benefit they bring to the community. Policy Statement 5: Functions that do not maintain high standards of quality or that diminish the experience of park users, will not be permitted. Policy Statement 6: The historic qualities and natural character of the Nature Center are to be maintained. 1.4: Enhance use and preservation of the Historic School House. Action Step 1.4.1: Negotiate a contract with the Vail Alpine Garden Foundation to open the School House for public visitation and to perform preservation activities of photographs and artifacts. Action Step 1.4.2: Make physical improvements to the school house to enhance lighting, public access and viewing areas. Goal #2: Reduce vehicular intrusions in, and their impact on, the park. Objectives: 2.1: Reduce the demand for vehicular intrusions into the park. Action Step 2.1.1: Provide additional on -site storage facilities within the Amphitheater, Alpine Garden and Recreation District areas to reduce and control the frequency of delivery and service vehicle intrusions into the park. Action Step 2.1.2: Improve traffic gate operations and restrictions on both the east and west access roads to eliminate unnecessary and unauthorized vehicular intrusions into the park. Action Step 2.1.3: Construct a central trash collection facility, accessible from the South Frontage Road, to be used by all leaseholders within the park for the disposal of trash, landscape debris, and recyclables. Policy Statement 7: Vehicular encroachment into the park will be minimized. The only vehicular uses allowed in the park are for: maintenance; delivery of goods and materials too large or heavy to be carried by non - motorized means; access for people with disabilities or limited mobility, public transportation; and emergency services. 2.2: Reduce the conflicts between vehicles and park users. Town of Vail Page 9 Action Step 2.2.1: Coordinate delivery schedules to reduce the frequency of delivery and service vehicle intrusions into the park during peak use time periods. Action Step 2.2.2: Improve loading dock facilities in the Amphitheater to expedite the unloading and setup for performances and to reduce the need for large vehicle parking outside of the Amphitheater area. Action Step 2.2.3: Improve the configuration of the east access road to allow use by large delivery vehicles, thus reducing the overall number of trips on the west access road and the need for the backing and turning of large vehicles on the lower bench of the park. Goal #3: Reduce conflicts between all Ford Park venues. Objectives: 3.1: Coordinate events on all Ford Park venues. Action Step 3.1.1: Expand the master schedule kept by the Town Clerk to include all venues within the park. Action Step 3.1.2: Hold preseason and monthly event /activity coordination meetings. Action Step 3.1.3: Hold semiannual (2x per year) coordination and input meetings with the Town Administrators, leaseholder representatives, and neighborhood and adjacent property owner representatives. Policy Statement 8: Overlapping or simultaneous events that exceed the available community parking or other park infrastructure shall be discouraged. Policy Statement 9: No one event or type of use will be allowed to dominate the usage of the Park. Policy Statement 10: The Park is a Town of Vail community facility and in the case of conflicting uses, functions that best serve the interests of the community will have the highest priority. In all cases, final decisions regarding the Park rest with the Vail Town Manager. Policy Statement 11: The day -to -day management and coordination of activities in the Park will be assigned to the Park Superintendent. The Park Superintendent will coordinate as necessary with a representative of: • the Town of Vail Town of Vail Page 10 • the Vail Valley Foundation • the Alpine Garden • the Vail Recreation District 3.2: Improve buffers between different use areas within the park. Action Step 3.2.1: Enhance the buffer zone between the softball fields and the amphitheater and gardens by reversing the orientation of the center and east softball fields. Action Step 3.2.2: Enhance existing and new buffer zone areas through the addition of landscape planting. Goal #4: Resolve parking and South Frontage Road access problems. Objectives: 4.1: Develop and implement a parking management plan for Ford Park. Action Step 4.1.1: Locate a variable message sign between the main roundabout and entrance to Village Structure for the purpose of informing drivers that close -in parking at Ford Park is restricted, at a fee, or full, and parking in the VTC is free and shuttle bus service is available. Action Step 4.1.2: Schedule shuttle bus service from top deck of the Village Structure to Ford Park Frontage Road stop for special event/high demand days. Extend in -town shuttle bus service to Ford Park Vail Valley Drive stop. Action Step 4.1.3: Designate drop -off parking from Frontage Road using 15 spaces north of bus stop. Enforce 5 minute time limit. Drop -off lane functions as a turn around once lot is filled. Schedule attendants on -site to manage drop -off spaces and assist users in loading and unloading. Action Step 4.1.4: Allocate close -in parking on Frontage Road and Vail Valley Drive through reserve ticket purchases or on a fee basis. Parking attendants on -site to manage entrances and exits. Establish a ticket surcharge or parking fee price schedule which will generate sufficient funds to cover attendant and shuttle bus service costs. Fee parking is to be in effect for high - parking demand days only. Action Step 4.1.5: Construct Frontage Road sidewalk from the Village Structure and improve sign system as necessary to accommodate pedestrian traffic to Ford Park. Town of Vail Page 11 Policy Statement 12: Adequate parking for the needs of the park are to be provided in the park and at the Village Structure. 4.2: Improve vehicular access from the South Frontage Road and improve parking lot design to maximize the number of parking spaces, aesthetics, and safety while mitigating environmental impacts. Action Step 4.2.1: Design and construct improvements to the South Frontage Road to meet CDOT requirements for obtaining a state highway access permit. Action Step 4.2.2: Design and construct improvements to all existing parking areas that maximize the number of parking spaces; provide landscape buffering and treatment of storm water run -off. Goal #5: Improve internal pedestrian circulation within Ford Park and the pedestrian connections between Ford Park and Vail Village. Objectives: 5.1: Improve directional and informational signs to and within Ford Park. Action Step 5.1.1: Develop a comprehensive sign plan to direct Ford Park visitors from central sites in the Vail Village and from each level of the Village Parking Structure to destinations within Ford Park. 5.2: Improve pedestrian routes to Ford Park. Action Step 5.2.1: Design improvements to existing pedestrian routes that will correct grading, surfacing, and lighting and will provide resting and sitting areas. 5.3: Improve internal pedestrian circulation within Ford Park. Action Step 5.3.1: Design a central pedestrian path to enhance the connection between the upper and lower bench areas of the park. Policy Statement 14: Any uses added to Ford Park in the future shall be structured to encourage users or participants to walk or ride the bus rather than drive. Policy Statement 15: Pedestrian access to the Park from the Vail Village should be easy and visible. The Park shall be as pedestrian- friendly as possible. Town of Vail Page 12 Goal #6: Delineate financial responsibilities among Ford Park leaseholders and the Town of Vail. Objectives: 6.1: Formalize existing division of facility management /operation costs. Action Step 6.1.1: Research current lease, license and use agreements for delineation of financial responsibilities. Action Step 6.1.2: Correct inequities in utility billing procedures and distribution systems, current utility use, and payment relationships. Policy Statement 16: All Ford Park leaseholders and the Town of Vail shall be required to share in common operating costs that benefit the whole park facility and as outlined in current lease or license agreements. These include but are not limited to, electrical charges for pedestrian path and parking lot lighting, trash removal charges, and regular parking lot and pedestrian path maintenance costs. 6.2: Create a cost - sharing agreement for Capital Improvement costs. Action Step 6.2.1: Create a five year capital improvements program for Ford Park. Action Step 6.2.2: Establish the benefit/cost relationship for capital projects to determine appropriate cost sharing agreements. Policy Statement 17. Ford Park leaseholders and the Town of Vail desiring to make capital improvements within their respective lease areas shall be required to provide funding for those improvements and for subsequent modifications to those areas outside of the lease area caused by those improvements. Policy Statement 18: Services, functions, and programs provided by Ford Park leaseholders, by bringing visitors to the community, generate sales tax revenues which contribute General Fund funding sources. Residents of the community which participate in those programs, contribute to the Real Estate Transfer Tax funding source through real estate transactions. Both of these funding sources can be utilized by the Town of Vail to pay for capital projects and improvements within Ford Park, reducing the need for contributions from the leaseholders. V. REVIEW CRITERIA Town of Vail Page 13 The current Ford Park Management Plan does not prescribe an amendment process. However, before acting on this application for amendments to the Ford Park Management Plan, the Community Development Department recommends that the Planning and Environmental Commission consider the following factors with respect to the proposed amendments: 1. The extent to which the amendment furthers the general and specific purposes of the zoning regulations; and Based upon the evidence and testimony presented at multiple public hearings, Staff believes the proposed amendments to the Ford Park Management Plan further the general purposes of the zoning regulations. Staff believes the existing park, the proposed improvements to Ford Park, and the associated updates to the Ford Park Management Plan maintain the health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the town and 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 of high quality. Based upon the evidence and testimony presented at multiple public hearings, Staff believes the proposed amendments to the Ford Park Management Plan further the specific purposes of the zoning regulations. Staff believes the existing park, the proposed improvements to Ford Park, and the associated updates to the Ford Park Management Plan continue to: • To provide for adequate light, air, sanitation, drainage, and public facilities. • To secure safety from fire, panic, flood, avalanche, accumulation of snow, and other dangerous conditions. • To promote safe and efficient pedestrian and vehicular traffic circulation and to lessen congestion in the streets. • To promote adequate and appropriately located off street parking and loading facilities. • To conserve and maintain established community qualities and economic values. • To encourage a harmonious, convenient, workable relationship among land uses, consistent with municipal development objectives. • To prevent excessive population densities and overcrowding of the land with structures. • To safeguard and enhance the appearance of the town. • To conserve and protect wildlife, streams, woods, hillsides, and other desirable natural features. • To assure adequate open space, recreation opportunities, and other amenities and facilities conducive to desired living quarters. • To otherwise provide for the growth of an orderly and viable community. Town of Vail Page 14 Based upon the evidence and testimony presented at multiple public hearings, Staff believes the proposed amendments to the Ford Park Management Plan further the purposes of the General Use District. Staff believes the existing park, the proposed improvements to Ford Park, and the associated updates to the Ford Park Management Plan continue to provide sites for public and quasi - public uses which, because of their special characteristics, cannot be appropriately regulated by the development standards prescribed for other zoning districts, and for which development standards especially prescribed for each particular development proposal or project are necessary to achieve the purposes prescribed in section 12 -1 -2 of this title and to provide for the public welfare. Staff believes the existing park, the proposed improvements to Ford Park, and the associated updates to the Ford Park Management Plan continue to ensure that public buildings and grounds and certain types of quasi - public uses permitted in the General Use District are appropriately located and designed to meet the needs of residents and visitors to Vail, are harmonized with surrounding uses, and, in the case of buildings and other structures, ensure adequate light, air, open spaces, and other amenities appropriate to the permitted types of uses. 2. The extent to which the 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 Based upon the evidence and testimony presented at multiple public hearings, Staff believes the existing park, the proposed improvements to Ford Park, and the associated updates to the Ford Park Management Plan are consistent with the following Land Use Plan goals: Goal 1. General Growth /Development 1.1 Vail should continue to grow in a controlled environment, maintaining a balance between residential, commercial and recreational uses to serve both the visitor and the permanent resident. 1.2 The quality of the environment including air, water and other natural resources should be protected as the Town grows. 1.3 The quality of development should be maintained and upgraded whenever possible. 1.12 Vail should accommodate most of the additional growth in existing developed areas (infill areas). Town of Vail Page 15 1. 13 Vail recognizes its stream tract as being a desirable land feature as well as its potential for public use. Goal 2. Skier /Tourist Concerns 2.1 The community should emphasize its role as a destination resort while accommodating day visitors. 2.4 The community should improve summer recreational options to improve year - round tourism. 2.5 The community should improve non -skier recreational options to improve year -round tourism. 2.7 The Town of Vail should improve the existing park and open space lands while continuing to purchase open space. Goal 6. Community Services 6.1 Services should keep pace with increased growth. 6.2 The Town of Vail should play a role in future development through balancing growth with services. 6.3 Services should be adjusted to keep pace with the needs of peak periods. 3. The extent to which the 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 current Ford Park Management Plan was last updated in 1997. In the past 15 years, several of the plan recommendations have been constructed and implemented. In 2011, the Vail voters approved the re- allocation of a portion of the collected Convention Center Fund toward improvements at Ford Park. During that election, the public was presented schematic plans for a variety of projects in Ford Park including improvements to the athletic fields, amphitheater, alpine gardens, pedestrian circulation, transit, etc. The proposed amendments to the Ford Park Management Plan are intended to facilitate the construction of these park improvements. 4. The extent to which the amendment provides a harmonious, convenient, workable relationship among land use regulations consistent with municipal development objectives; and Town of Vail Page 16 The applicant is proposing no changes to the goals, objectives, and policy statements of the Ford Park Management Plan as adopted in 1997. The applicant is proposing amendments to the Ford Park Management Plan to facilitate a variety of park improvements. Based upon the evidence and testimony presented at multiple public hearings, Staff believes these proposed amendments are consistent with the goals, objectives, and policy statements of the Ford Park Management Plan as adopted in 1997. The following is a summary of the proposed future park improvements and the supporting Ford Park Management Plan goals (including objectives, policy statements, and action steps): • Park entry improvements at Vail Valley Drive at Gore Creek streamwalk, Manor Vail, and Nature Center Bridge o see Goal #5 • Frontage Road entry pedestrian improvements o see Goal #4 and Goal #5 • Frontage Road entry bus stop and shelter o see Goal #4 • Frontage Road entry on- street /off- street parking and passenger drop -off o see Goal #4 • Athletic field concessions /restroom building o see Goal #1 • Athletic field expansion (alignment, bleachers, fencing, landscaping, etc.) o see Goal #1 • Athletic field west restroom /storage building o see Goal #1 and Goal #2 • Lower Bench playground restrooms o see Goal #1 • Lower Bench walkway path o see Goal #5 • Gore Creek streamwalk and park entries o see Goal #5 • Ford Family Tribute o see Goal #5 • Betty Ford Way streetscaping and improvements o see Goal #2 and Goal #5 • Amphitheater social courtyard o see Goal #1 and Goal #5 • Amphitheater loading /delivery vehicle turn - around area o see Goal #2, Goal #3, and Goal #5 • Amphitheater ticketing, restrooms, and lawn seating o see Goal #1 • Amphitheater / Athletic fields noise mitigation o see Goal #3 Town of Vail Page 17 • Betty Ford Alpine Gardens north entry o see Goal #2 and Goal #5 • Betty Ford Alpine Gardens expansion area o see Goal #1 • Betty Ford Alpine Gardens education center o see Goal #1 • Service and Delivery central trash enclosure o see Goal #2 • Service and Delivery East Betty Ford Way access road o See Goal #2, Goal #3, and Goal #5 • Art in Public Places (AIPP) o see Goal #1 • Way- finding and signage o see Goal #5 • Delineating a park preservation zone o see Goal #1 • Shuttle service programming o see Goal #2 and Objective 4.1 Consistent with Goal #1 (Preserve and Protect Ford Park) of the current Ford Park Management Plan, the proposed plan amendments DO: • Limit future development to only new and existing uses allowed by the plan. • Maintain all existing park functions at a high quality level (generally in their current locations). Consistent with Goal #1 (Preserve and Protect Ford Park) of the current Ford Park Management Plan, the proposed plan amendments DO NOT: • Allow any new or existing use that is prohibited by the management plan. • Allow any new or changed facility to curtail another existing public use or facility at the park. • Allow lease agreements for any party that does not currently hold such an agreement (Vail Valley Foundation, Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, and Vail Recreation District). • Alter the historic qualities and natural character of the Nature Center. The proposed plan amendments do not include actions related to Goal #6 (Delineate Financial Responsibilities Among Ford Park Lease Holders) and DO NOT: • Alter any current lease, license, or use agreements or financial responsibilities. The proposed plan amendments do not include actions related to Goal #6 (Delineate Financial Responsibilities Among Ford Park Lease Holders) and DO NOT: Town of Vail Page 18 Alter any current lease, license, or use agreements or financial responsibilities. Alter the day -to -day management or coordination of activities within the park. 5. Such other factors and criteria the planning and environmental commission and /or council deem applicable to the proposed text amendment. VI. RECOMMENDATION The Community Development Department recommends that the Planning and Environmental Commission forwards a recommendation of approval to the Vail Town Council for the proposed Ford Park Management Plan amendments based upon a review of the criteria outlined in Section V of this memorandum and the evidence and testimony presented at multiple public hearings. Should the Planning and Environmental Commission choose to forward a recommendation of approval of this request to the Vail Town Council; the Community Development Department recommends the Commission pass the following motion: "The Planning and Environmental Commission forwards a recommendation of approval, for amendments to the Ford Park Management Plan, to allow for the construction of various improvements at Ford Park (realignment of athletic fields, new restroom and concession buildings, new covered outdoor terrace, Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater renovations, park entrance improvements, Betty Ford Alpine Garden welcome center, streetscape improvements, etc.) located at 530, 540, and 580 South Frontage Road East /Unplatted, 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 text amendment, the Community Development Department recommends the Commission makes the following findings: "Based upon the review of the criteria outlined in Section V of Staff's April 9, 2012 memorandum and the evidence and testimony presented at multiple public hearings, the Planning and Environmental Commission finds: 1. That the amendments are 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 amendments further the general and specific purposes of the zoning regulations; and Town of Vail Page 19 3. That the amendments promote the health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the town and promote the coordinated and harmonious development of the town in a manner that conserves and enhances its natural environment and its established character as a resort and residential community of the highest quality. " VII. ATTACHMENTS A. Vicinity Map B. Proposed Amendments Town of Vail Page 20 FORD PARK (Unplatted Parcel in Northeast Corner of Section 8, Township 5, Range 80) Subject Pmperty e This map vas oa ted by the Torn of Vail GIS Tin. Use of this map 9iwld be for iteneral purposes only. The Torn of VaH does not �nena tthe aco moor Oft information contained herein. Feet (Wters shorn, pmcel tins work is approximate) 0 125 250 500 t. Last Modified: February 6, 2012 TOWN Of VAIt AN UPDATE TO THE FINAL REPORT FORD PARK MANAGEMENT PLAN An Amendment to the Ford Park Master Plan iYusMmll�.c nln-� IL April 14, 1997 Updated April, 2012 New text added to the Plan is in "red" Text deleted is in "strut" _4 f� AECOM AN UPDATE TO THE FINAL REPORT FORD PARK MANAGEMENT PLAN An Amendment to the Ford Park Master Plan Prepare for: Town of Vail Public Works Department Community Development Department Administration Department Prepared by: Braun Associates, Inc. AECOM Zehren Associates, Inc. Updated April, 2012 Introduction The Ford Park Management Plan herein presented is to serve as an amendment to the 1985 Master Plan for Gerald R. Ford Park. The Ford Park Management Plan contains eight sections. Sections 1 - 4 introduce the plan: An executive summary, a history and time line of Ford Park, a description of the management plan process, and a statement of purpose of the management plan. Section 5 is the heart of the management plan: a set of six management goals with accompanying objectives, action steps, and policy statements to provide a framework for future management decisions. Section 6 contains illustrative, conceptual plans and written descriptions which support the various action steps. A 5 -Year Capital Improvements Program for Ford Park is presented in Section 7. In 2012 the Ford Park Management Plan was updated to reflect new ideas for improvements planned for the Park. Plans to make improvements to the Park were initiated when Vail voters approved funding by re- allocating a portion of Convention Center Funds to Ford Park. The other stakeholders in the Park are also participating in the funding of these improvements. The 2012 update continues the overall direction for the Park established by the 1997 Management Plan and in doing so maintains the role the Park has played in the community for the past 30 years. The 2012 update makes no significant changes to the activities that currently take place in the Park. By way of example, all of the major uses in the Park — athletic fields, passive recreation, the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater, the Alpine Gardens and tennis remain in place. There are no changes to the six major goal statements or to the related objectives, policy statements and action steps outlined in the 1997 Plan. Refinements to the Plan resulting from the 2012 update are limited to the Illustrative Plan Component of the 1997 Management Plan. The Illustrative Plan Components are conceptual site plan diagrams of improvements suggested for the Park. Many of the park improvements identified by the 2012 Update will implement improvements first identified in the 1997 Plan. These improvements and new improvements not previously contemplated by the 1997 Plan are outlined in Section 6. Ford Park Management Plan Update April 2012 Section 1: Executive Summary The property which is today Gerald R. Ford Park was acquired by the town in 1973 in response to public reaction against a high density residential development proposal. The 39 acre park site represented the last remaining parcel of land central to use by all residents and visitors of the Vail Community. The Vail Plan (1973) described the site as a major community park — cultural center that would satisfy the town's growing recreational and cultural needs. Development of the lower portion of the park was directed by the Gerald R. Ford/ Donovan Park Master Plan (1985). Strong public participation led to the establishment of guidelines for the implementation of future improvements. Upper area improvements, softball fields, tennis courts, and parking areas, were constructed without the benefit of preplanning and subsequently created some barriers to the lower bench, natural areas, and Nature Center. The Vail Village Master Plan (1990) recommended the park be considered as a site for additional skier parking to serve expansion on the eastern side of Vail Mountain. It also recommended the construction of bike /pedestrian ways along the South Frontage Road and Vail Valley Drive. There are currently four main organizations involved in the operation of Ford Park. The Town of Vail, Vail Recreation District, Alpine Garden Foundation, and the Vail Valley Foundation all play distinct roles and manage separate portions of the park. The Town of Vail is the owner of the park and manages the community park, stream tract, and parking lot areas. The other three organizations each hold a lease or license agreement to operate their respective facilities and programs within the park. A proposal by the Alpine Garden Foundation to construct an educational center within the garden area was a significant impetus to the creation of this document. However, several other formal and informal development expansion proposals and numerous unresolved park management issues also existed. The Ford Park Management Plan was created as a means to evaluate development proposals in order to protect and enhance the character of the park. The 1997 Plan was a direct product of strong public participation in focus groups and public input sessions. One clear, concise message was conveyed to the town staff from the public participants: Our role is steward to the park; don't screw it up by over development. To that end, this Plan, serving as an amendment to the 1985 Ford Park Master Plan, was intended to guide the outcome of future development and improvement proposals through the implementation of six major goals: 1. Preservation and protection 2. Reduction of vehicular intrusions Ford Park Management Plan Update April 2012 3. Reduction of conflicts between venues 4. Resolution of parking and Frontage Road access problems 5. Improvement of pedestrian circulation 6. Delineation of financial responsibilities Designed to be a framework for future management decisions, a series of objectives, action steps and policy statements facilitate the implementation of each goal statement. The most recent motivation for initiating improvements to Ford Park evolved from discussions of how to utilize the Town's Conference Center funding. In the Fall of 2011 Vail voters approved the re- allocation of the $9 -plus million Conference Center Funds by an 87 percent margin. As endorsed by the voters, a portion of these funds was to provide funding for improvements to Ford Park, specifically improvements to the Ford Amphitheater, the Alpine Gardens, park -wide pedestrian flow, as well as expansion of the athletic fields and restroom improvements at the Ford Park athletic complex. As a part of the 2012 Update process the 1997 Management Plan was one of the considerations used to define improvements both necessary and appropriate for the Park. Improvements contemplated for the Park are consistent with the goals, objectives, policies and action steps of the 1997 Plan. However, some improvements were new ideas and necessitated some clarification to the Illustrative Site Plan concepts depicted in the 1997 Plan. In response to this the 2012 Update to the Ford Park Management Plan was prepared. Ford Park Stakeholders The Town of Vail is the land owner of Ford Park and plays an active role in the management and operation of the Park. The Town also has lease or other agreements with three other entities that manage and maintain facilities in the Park: • The Vail Recreation District, • The Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, and • The Vail Valley Foundation. Collectively the Town and the Ford Park stakeholders have been working collaboratively on the preparation of improvement plans for the Park and to varying degrees each of the stakeholders are collaborating with the Town by participating in the funding of their respective improvements Ford Park Management Plan Update April 2012 Section 2: Background of Ford Park History Gerald R. Ford Park has been the subject of numerous legislative and community planning actions over the last 24 years. The time line at the end of this section illustrates the relationship between the actions discussed in this section. The Ford Park site was acquired by the Town of Vail in April of 1973 for the stated purpose of improving the quality of life in the community. This 39 acre park site represented the last remaining parcel of land central to use by all residents and visitors of the Vail community. The existing conditions plan, which follows this section, illustrates Ford Park in its current condition. Ordinance No. 6, Series of 1973, signed April 3, 1973, (a copy of which is included in the Appendix), authorized the purchase (by condemnation) of the property known as the Antholz Ranch. The ordinance listed a variety of possible uses for the property including the following: • for park and greenbelt purposes, • to preserve the natural and physical character of the area to be condemned, • for bicycle, equestrian and hiking trails, • for children's playground, • for performing arts and civic center, • for a ski lift and related facilities, • for picnic areas, • for recreational facilities such as tennis courts, swimming pools, gymnasium, ice skating rink, • for theater and assembly halls, convention center, public schools, • for possible exchange or trade of condemned land, or a portion thereof, with other property which may exactly meet the needs of the town, and • to construct and maintain water works, transportation systems, and other public utilities relating to public health, safety, and welfare. In August of 1973, the Vail Plan was completed. This plan was designed to control the growth and development of the community and contained a chapter on the town recreation system. The Antholz Ranch property was mentioned as the only site satisfying the recreation use anticipated. In the Vail Plan the uses intended for the property were further defined. The uses listed include a place for showing and creating art, crafts, etc.; an indoor theater as well as an 800 seat outdoor amphitheater; meeting rooms and community workshops; wide outdoor terraces and natural landscapes; indoor ice arena, tennis and handball courts; children's play facilities and space for family activities; headquarters for the Annual Vail Symposium and local television; and a possible location for an ecologium (nature center). The property was described as a major community Ford Park Management Plan Update 4 April 2012 park - cultural center. The plan called for 200 surface parking spaces and direct service from the town bus system. Major parking needs were to be accommodated in the Vail Transportation Center with various trails and bikeways connecting to the park. In January of 1977, Resolution No. 1, Series of 1977, was passed naming the property commonly known as the Antholz Ranch as Gerald R. Ford Park in appreciation of President Ford's contributions to the community. Resolution No. 1, Series of 1977 is included in the Appendix. In August of 1985 the Gerald R. Ford Park and Donovan Park Master Plan Development Final Report was completed. The Ford Park Master Plan was adopted by Council with Resolution No. 19, Series of 1985, which is included in the Appendix. The purpose of the master plan was to guide the future development of these parks and establish guidelines for the implementation of improvements. The master planning project used a Recreation Needs Analysis Survey and involvement of the public in determining the recreation priorities of the community and the design concepts and criteria for the two park sites. The Ford Park master plan proposed a swimming pool complex, neighborhood park improvements, a skating rink on the lower bench, and the realignment of the eastern softball field. The neighborhood park open space area, playground, and access road were the only portions of the master plan actually constructed. The first major structure to be constructed in the park, the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater, was completed in July of 1987. The Parking and Transit Study completed in April of 1979 for the Amphitheater made five recommendations: The Village Structure should be considered the major parking facility for Ford Park, with improvements to the signs, sidewalks, and bus service being necessary; extend shuttle bus service to the soccer field; disallow Frontage Road parking; construct a vehicle turn - around and passenger unloading area at Ford Park; and do not schedule concurrent events. Resolution No. 27, Series of 1987, was passed on November 3, 1987. Resolution 27 designated the seven acres around the Nature Center as an area to be preserved as an example of the Gore Valley's natural history. Vehicular traffic was restricted and certain policies and procedures for preservation and maintenance of the grounds and facilities were established with the resolution. A copy of resolution No. 27, Series of 1987, is included in the Appendix. Development of the community park portion on the lower bench of Ford Park included the restroom, playground area, open turf area and picnic facilities, and the west access road. These improvements were completed in November of 1988. In December of 1988, the Vail Metropolitan Recreation District (Now the Vail Recreation District) and the Town of Vail, requested an amendment to the 1985 Ford Park Management Plan Update 5 April 2012 Ford Park Master Plan. The two phase amendment was adopted by Council as Resolution No. 44, Series of 1988. Phase one of the amendment was to utilize the on -site tennis courts and allow the construction of four additional courts. Phase two of the amendment changed the proposed location of the Aquatic Facility to the eastern softball field. Funding of the Aquatic Facility was rejected by voters in a special election on February 6, 1989. Vail Town Council was presented with a petition to delete all reference to an aquatics center from the Ford Park Master Plan in April of 1990. No record of Council action on the petition was found. While the tennis center building is not mentioned in the Master plan amendment, the VRD did receive a Conditional Use Permit for the project on May 8, 1990. In 2008 a new lease between the Town of Vail and the Vail Recreation District was created and included all Town owned facilities managed by the Vail Recreation District. The lease requires a 20 year Capital Maintenance Plan, reviewed annually, to detail the financial responsibilities of each party. The Vail Village Master Plan, adopted January 16, 1990, addresses Ford Park as a specific study area. This study acknowledges the use of the park in recent years to accommodate overflow skier and local parking needs. It recommends the park be studied further as a site for additional skier parking to serve expansion of the eastern side of Vail Mountain. Action Step #5 under Goal #5 states "study the feasibility of an underground (recreation fields would remain) parking structure in Ford Park ". The Parking and Circulation Plan, within the Vail Village Master Plan, identifies the western portion of the upper bench for a potential parking beneath park, and calls for separated bike /pedestrian ways along the South Frontage Road and Vail Valley Drive. The Vail Transportation Master Plan, completed in 1993, states, the existing Ford Park Parking area (east end of park) should be considered for a possible 2- level parking facility with the second level below existing grade. Ford Park and the athletic field parking area are also listed as two possible sites for oversized vehicles if the lot east of the Lionshead Structure becomes developed. The 2009 Vail Transportation Master Plan Update replaced the 1993 Plan and mentions Ford Park as a possible area for increasing the Town's parking supply, and that "potentially, 300 -600 net new parking spaces could be provided at Ford Park" and suggests a roundabout be constructed east of the Vail Valley Drive intersection with the South Frontage Road to allow east bound traffic to be diverted back to the west. Currently this action occurs at the Ford Park bus stop area. Current Park Management There are currently four main organizations operating in Gerald R. Ford Park. The Town of Vail, Vail Recreation District, Alpine Garden Foundation, and the Ford Park Management Plan Update 6 April 2012 Vail Valley Foundation all play distinct roles and manage separate portions of the park. The Town of Vail is the owner of the entire Gerald R. Ford Park site and manages the community park, stream tract, and parking lot areas. The other three organizations each hold a lease or license agreement to operate their respective facilities and programs within the park. The Vail Recreation District Lease of December 21, 1993, describes the premises license as including the upper bench of Ford Park, public tennis courts, athletic fields and Nature Center, although the graphic representation of the premises was not attached to the lease agreement. The VRD offers a variety of sports leagues, camps, and tournaments to area residents and guests. The Vail Nature Center occupies the seven acres between Vail Valley Drive and Gore Creek and offers environmental education and research opportunities to residents and guests. The Vail Valley Foundation, (VVF), a non - profit, charitable organization, manages and maintains the Ford Amphitheater and immediate grounds. The terms of the agreement between the Town and the VVF, signed December 8, 1987, and renewed in 1999; includes an endowment for ongoing repair and maintenance of the Amphitheater. The amphitheater seats up to 2,500 people and hosts approximately 60 events during the summer. Hot Summer Nights concerts, Bravo! Colorado, and the Bolshoi Ballet are some of the more popular programs held at the amphitheater. The Vail Alpine Garden Foundation, a Colorado non - profit corporation, manages the Betty Ford Alpine Garden under a Limited License Agreement signed June 8, 1994. The original Alpine Display Garden was constructed in 1987 under a license agreement with the Town at the entrance to the amphitheater. The site for the Alpine Garden was established in the 1985 Ford Park Master Plan to act as a buffer between the amphitheater and active park areas. The second phase of the garden, the Perennial Garden, and third phase, the Meditation Garden, were constructed in 1989 and 1991 respectively. The Alpine Rock Garden was constructed in 1998 and the Children's Garden was constructed in 2002. A proposal by the Alpine Garden Foundation to construct an Educational Center with the final phase of the garden was controversial. Opposition to the expanded use of the garden and the interior of park was a significant impetus to the creation of the 1997 Management Plan. In response to that opposition, the Vail Alpine Garden Foundation modified the proposal to locate the Educational Center near the athletic field parking lot on Vail Valley Drive. This location received conceptual approval by the Council on October 15, 1996, however the project was not implemented. The lower bench of Ford Park is managed by the Town of Vail Department of Public Works and Transportation and serves as a community park and open space facility with picnic, playground and open play areas. The lower bench is utilized several times a year for special events where large tents are often Ford Park Management Plan Update April 2012 erected to accommodate the activities. Access to the park from the Golden Peak ski base is by a public access easement through the Manor Vail property. A copy of the easement is included in the Appendix. The Town operates the upper bench parking lot as a public parking facility during the ski season. Access to the upper bench parking areas is from the State owned South Frontage Road. The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is the agency responsible for reviewing and approving access permit applications from the State -owned Frontage Road. Currently, no access permit has been issued for the access by the CDOT. CDOT Frontage Road right -of -way covers a substantial portion of the paved parking lot. Time Line of Ford Park Activities April 1973 Condemnation of Antholz Ranch. Ordinance 6, 1973 August 1973 Completion of Vail Plan. January 1977 Antholtz Ranch named Gerald R. Ford Park. Resolution 1, 1977 August 1985 Completion of Ford /Donovan Park Masterplan. Resolution 19,1985 July 1987 Amphitheater construction complete August 1987 Alpine Demonstration Garden complete. November 1987 Preservation of Nature Center. Resolution 27, 1987 December 1987 Vail Valley Foundation lease signed. November 1988 Lower Bench improvements complete. December 1988 Masterplan amendment by VRD. Resolution 44, 1988 December 1988 Service agreement with VRD. Resolution 46, 1988 May 1989 Tennis Center receives Conditional Use Permit. July 1989 Alpine Perennial Garden complete. January 1990 Completion of Vail Village Masterplan. February 1990 Aquatic Center rejected by voters in special election. Ford Park Management Plan Update 8 April 2012 April 1990 Council petitioned to delete Aquatic Center from Masterplan. May 1990 Tennis Center construction complete. June 1991 Alpine Meditation Garden complete. April 1993 Completion of Vail Transportation Master Plan. December 1993 Vail Recreation District agreement renewed. June 1994 Vail Alpine Garden Foundation license agreement signed. June 1995 Town begins Ford Park Management Plan. October 1996 Council allows Vail Alpine Garden Foundation to proceed through process with Educational Center at Soccer Field parking lot (not implemented). April 1997 Ford Park Management Plan adopted. 1999 Lease with Vail Valley Foundation renewed. 2008 Lease with Vail Recreation District renewed. 2009 Vail Transportation Plan Update completed. November 2011 Voters approve use of Conference Center Funding for Ford Park Improvements Ford Park Management Plan Update 9 April 2012 Section 3: Process of Developing the Management Plan The Ford Park Management Plan process was initiated in June of 1995 in response to several development proposals which had been formally and informally discussed and as a means to solve existing park management issues. The development proposals included an Educational Center for the Betty Ford Alpine Garden, cultural /performing arts center, expansion of the tennis facility, athletic field fencing, and a community parking structure. Park management issues included parking shortage, frontage road access, pedestrian access and circulation, access for the elderly and disabled, utilization of the lower bench, conflicts between uses within the park, conflicts with adjacent property owners, and delineation of financial responsibilities. At the time the project was authorized Council expressed concern that a new master plan for Ford Park would result in an excessive amount of new development. In response, staff noted the intention of the project was to create a management plan as a means to adequately and consistently evaluate development proposals, thus limiting development and protecting the character of the park. Those organizations with a financial and managerial role along, with two neighborhood representatives, were identified as the Stakeholder Group and were invited to participate in the process. A third party facilitator was retained for the project in August of 1995. Staff members from the Town, Vail Recreation District and Alpine Garden participated in the facilitator selection process. Staff felt that a third -party facilitator would be beneficial to the project by offering a non - biased opinion and increasing Stakeholder participation. The Stakeholder Group was assembled in a series of meetings over the eight month period from August 1995 to April 1996. The meetings drew out issues, ideas, expansion proposals, and began formulating possible solutions. Alternative design solutions addressing parking options, vehicular access, Frontage Road improvements, additional sports facilities and management policies, were presented to the public in an open house at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater on June 12, 1996. Citizens were asked to complete a self - guided presentation and opinion survey form. The open house presentation was a turning point in the process of developing the Management Plan. Several residents were alarmed by the alternatives included in the presentation and initiated a grass -roots movement to place a referendum on any future expansion /development within the park. This strong public reaction, combined with a lack of closure with the Stakeholders Group, prompted the Town to revise the process to include more public involvement at that time. Previously, public input was being reserved for a time when alternative plans could be presented for comment. Three Focus Group meetings with selected individuals from the community were held on September 18, 1996. Stakeholder groups were invited to submit a list of questions for inclusion in the Focus Group discussions. In round table discussion, individuals were asked to Ford Park Management Plan Update 10 April 2012 respond to a list of prepared questions regarding uses and issues associated with Ford Park. The Focus Group questions and responses are included in the Appendix. Additional public input sessions were held on October 2 and 3, 1996, which validated the focus group responses and further refined staff's understanding of the public perception and desires regarding Ford Park. The combined results of the focus group and public input sessions along with a preliminary master plan framework were presented to the Planning and Environmental Commission on October 14, 1996, and Town Council on October 15, 1996. Both PEC and Council directed staff to proceed with drafting the plan as an amendment to the 1985 Ford Park Master Plan based on the input received and presented. Plans to make improvements to the Park were initiated in 2011 when Vail voters approved funding by re- allocating a portion of Convention Center Funds to Ford Park. During the election schematic plans were presented that involved improvements to the athletic fields, the amphitheater, the alpine gardens, pedestrian circulation, transit and other areas of the park. Following voter approval of funding the main stakeholders in the Park began to refine improvement plans. Meetings were held with adjacent neighbors, a community open house was held and numerous public meetings were held by the Planning and Environmental Commission and the Town Council. Ford Park Management Plan Update 11 April 2012 Section 4: Purpose of the Management Plan This document is formatted as an amendment to the 1985 Master plan (revised) for Ford Park. While some of the physical aspects of the park have changed since the adoption of the 1985 Master plan, the essential character, concept, and function of the park have remained consistent. The 1985 Master Plan, enhanced by this amendment, remains a valid document to be used in the future planning and decision - making process for Ford Park. As with all master plans, this document will have a definite life for which it remains a useful decision - making tool. The life expectancy of this plan is approximately 10 years but should remain in effect until replaced by an updated master plan document. The Ford Park Management Plan will take precedence over the 1985 Master Plan where conflicts or discrepancies occur. The intention of the combined documents is to guide the outcome of future development proposals within Ford Park by modifying the permitted uses (1973 acquisition legislation), recommending development guidelines, limiting the number of leaseholders within Ford Park, and designating buffer /protection zones within and adjacent to the park. The 1985 Master Plan acknowledges some shortcomings in the overall design of the park, particularly the layout of the upper bench area and the internal pedestrian circulation system. This amendment will formulate design alternatives to these specific problem areas to correct the deficiencies that exist. This amendment will also delineate managerial, operational, and financial responsibilities between the Town and the leaseholders. As outlined above, the 2012 update to the 1997 Management Plan furthers the overall direction for the Park established by the 1997 Plan and in doing so maintains the role the Park has played in the community for the past 30 years. Specifically, the 2012 Update suggests few significant changes to the overall level of development and activities that take place in the Park. In addition, many of the improvements identified in the 2012 Update were originally proposed in the 1997 Plan. Most importantly all improvements proposed in Section 6: Illustrative Plan Components are in keeping with the goals, objectives and policies of the Management Plan. Ford Park Management Plan Update 12 April 2012 Section 5: Goals, Objectives, Policies and Action Steps Goals for Ford Park are summarized in six major goal statements. Each goal statement focuses on a particular aspect of Ford Park brought up during the stakeholder and public input portions of the Management Plan process. As one might anticipate, there is a certain amount of overlap between the goal statements. The issues concerning Ford Park are complicated and convoluted as are the solutions to these issues. It is intended that the goal statements be consistent and complementary to each other and be designed to provide a framework, or direction, for the future management of Ford Park. A series of objectives following each goal statement outline specific steps that can be taken toward achieving each stated goal. Policy statements are intended to guide decision - making in achieving each of the stated objectives in reviewing development proposals and implementing capital improvement projects. Action steps are the final measure in implementing the goal statements. Illustrative plans following the Goals, Objective, and Action Steps are included to help explain the concepts represented by those statements. The illustrations are conceptual and are not to be considered as final design solutions. Goal #1: Preserve and protect Ford Park. Objective 1.1: Limit future development. Action Step 1.1.1: Draft a new ordinance to exclude those uses listed in Ordinance No.6, Series of 1973, now considered to be inappropriate, and to redefine the allowable uses within Ford Park. Policy Statement 1: The following uses that are allowed and prohibited for Ford Park shall take precedence over Section 18.36.030 of the Municipal Code concerning the General Use Zone District. Allowed Uses Park and greenbelt Bicycle and hiking trails Children's playground Outdoor amphitheater Botanical gardens Environmental, educational, and historical centers Picnic areas Recreation and athletic facilities Transportation systems and other public utility easements Parking Administrative offices Ford Park Management Plan Update 13 April 2012 Prohibited uses Ski lift and related facilities Exchange or trade Civic center, convention /conference center, public schools, gymnasium, and assembly hall Swimming pools Equestrian trails Type III and IV employee housing Policy Statement 2: New or changed facilities or uses will not be permitted to curtail existing public uses of facilities in the Park unless there is either a compelling public interest or adequate alternative facilities are available to its users. All functions in the park shall be maintained and function at a high quality level. Action Step 1.1.2: Create and attach plan sheets which outline lease areas, referred to as Exhibit A in the Vail Recreation District lease agreement and Exhibit B in the Vail Valley Foundation lease agreement, but which were never attached. Policy Statement 3: The existing variety of uses and facilities in the Park will be preserved. The Town will not enter into a lease agreement with any party that does not currently hold such an agreement, hereby maintaining current leaseholder status to: Vail Valley Foundation, Vail Alpine Garden Foundation, and Vail Recreation District, or their successors. Objective 1.2: Refine criteria for evaluating future development proposals. Action Step 1.2.1: Update the Design Criteria and Site Guidelines included in the 1985 Ford Park Master Plan by: a) Creating additional development guidelines for underground, low visual impact type structures, enhanced landscaping, and full and complete impact mitigation. b) Enforcing existing criteria and guidelines to solve and /or avoid problems associated with development projects within Ford Park. Objective 1.3: Designate Preservation Zones within Ford Park to protect sensitive natural areas and /or buffer zones between venues areas from developmental impacts. Define allowed uses within Preservation Zone areas. Action Step 1.3.1: Define criteria for designating Preservation Zones and their uses within Ford Park. For example, significant native vegetation, wildlife habitat, and wetlands may be criteria for designating sensitive Ford Park Management Plan Update 14 April 2012 natural areas, while grade separations and dense landscape plantings may be criteria for designating sensitive buffer zones. Action Step 1.3.2: Delineate Preservation Zones within Ford Park. Policy Statement 4: All proposed development projects shall be reviewed for compliance with Design Criteria and Site Guidelines, as well as other Town regulations, and shall be additionally judged according to the recreational, educational or social benefit they bring to the community. Policy Statement 5: Functions that do not maintain high standards of quality or that diminish the experience of park users, will not be permitted. Policy Statement 6: The historic qualities and natural character of the Nature Center are to be maintained. Objective 1.4: Enhance use and preservation of the Historic School House. Action Step 1.4.1: Negotiate a contract with the Vail Alpine Garden Foundation to open the School House for public visitation and to perform preservation activities of photographs and artifacts. Action Step 1.4.2: Make physical improvements to the school house to enhance lighting, public access and viewing areas. Goal #2: Reduce vehicular intrusions in, and their impact on, the park. Objective 2.1: Reduce the demand for vehicular intrusions into the park. Action Step 2.1.1: Provide additional on -site storage facilities within the Amphitheater, Alpine Garden and Recreation District areas to reduce and control the frequency of delivery and service vehicle intrusions into the park. Action Step 2.1.2: Improve traffic gate operations and restrictions on both the east and west access roads to eliminate unnecessary and unauthorized vehicular intrusions into the park. Action Step 2.1.3: Construct a central trash collection facility, accessible from the South Frontage Road, to be used by all leaseholders within the park for the disposal of trash, landscape debris, and recyclables. Policy Statement 7: Vehicular encroachment into the park will be minimized. The only vehicular uses allowed in the park are for: maintenance; delivery of Ford Park Management Plan Update 15 April 2012 goods and materials too large or heavy to be carried by non - motorized means; access for people with disabilities limited mobility; public transportation; and emergency services. Objective 2.2: Reduce the conflicts between vehicles and park users. Action Step 2.2.1: Coordinate delivery schedules to reduce the frequency of delivery and service vehicle intrusions into the park during peak use time periods. Action Step 2.2.2: Improve loading dock facilities in the Amphitheater to expedite the unloading and setup for performances and to reduce the need for large vehicle parking outside of the Amphitheater area. Action Step 2.2.3: Improve the configuration of the east access road to allow use by large delivery vehicles, thus reducing the overall number of trips on the west access road and the need for the backing and turning of large vehicles on the lower bench of the park. Goal #3: Reduce conflicts between all Ford Park venues. Objective 3.1: Coordinate events on all Ford Park venues. Action Step 3.1.1: Expand the master schedule kept by the Town Clerk to include all venues within the park. Action Step 3.1.2: Hold preseason and monthly event /activity coordination meetings. Action Step 3.1.3: Hold semiannual (2x per year) coordination and input meetings with the Town Administrators, leaseholder representatives, and neighborhood and adjacent property owner representatives. Policy Statement 8: Overlapping or simultaneous events that exceed the available community parking or other park infrastructure shall be discouraged. Policy Statement 9: No one event or type of use will be allowed to dominate the usage of the Park. Policy Statement 10: The Park is a Town of Vail community facility and in the case of conflicting uses, functions that best serve the interests of the community will have the highest priority. In all cases, final decisions regarding the Park rest with the Vail Town Manager. Ford Park Management Plan Update 16 April 2012 Policy Statement 11: The day -to -day management and coordination of activities in the Park will be assigned to the Park Superintendent. The Park Superintendent will coordinate as necessary with a representative of: The Town of Vail The Vail Valley Foundation The Alpine Garden The Vail Recreation District Objective 3.2: Improve buffers between different use areas within the park. Action Step 3.2.1: Enhance the buffer zone between the softball fields and the amphitheater and gardens by reversing the orientation of the center and east softball fields. Action Step 3.2.2: Enhance existing and new buffer zone areas through the addition of landscape planting. Goal #4: Resolve parking and South Frontage Road access problems. Objective 4.1: Develop and implement a parking management plan for Ford Park. Action Step 4.1.1: Locate a variable message sign between the main roundabout and entrance to Village Structure for the purpose of informing drivers that close -in parking at Ford Park is restricted, at a fee, or full, and parking in the VTC is free and shuttle bus service is available. Action Step 4.1.2: Schedule shuttle bus service from top deck of the Village Structure to Ford Park Frontage Road stop for special event /high demand days. Extend in -town shuttle bus service to Ford Park Vail Valley Drive stop. Action Step 4.1.3: Designate drop -off parking from Frontage Road using 15 spaces north of bus stop. Enforce 5 minute time limit. Drop -off lane functions as a turn around once lot is filled. Schedule attendants on -site to manage drop -off spaces and assist users in loading and unloading. Action Step 4.1.4: Allocate close -in parking on Frontage Road and Vail Valley Drive through reserve ticket purchases or on a fee basis. Parking attendants on -site to manage entrances and exits. Establish a ticket surcharge or parking fee price schedule which will generate sufficient funds to cover attendant and shuttle bus service costs. Fee parking is to be in effect for high - parking demand days only. Ford Park Management Plan Update 17 April 2012 Action Step 4.1.5: Construct Frontage Road sidewalk from the Village Structure and improve sign system as necessary to accommodate pedestrian traffic to Ford Park. Policy Statement 12: Adequate parking for the needs of the park are to be provided in the park and at the Village Structure. Objective 4.2: Improve vehicular access from the South Frontage Road and improve parking lot design to maximize the number of parking spaces, aesthetics, and safety while mitigating environmental impacts. Action Step 4.2.1: Design and construct improvements to the South Frontage Road to meet CDOT requirements for obtaining a state highway access permit. Action Step 4.2.2: Design and construct improvements to all existing parking areas that maximize the number of parking spaces; provide landscape buffering and treatment of storm water run -off. Goal #5: Improve internal pedestrian circulation within Ford Park and the pedestrian connections between Ford Park and Vail Village. Objective 5.1: Improve directional and informational signs to and within Ford Park. Action Step 5.1.1: Develop a comprehensive sign plan to direct Ford Park visitors from central sites in the Vail Village and from each level of the Village Parking Structure to destinations within Ford Park. Objective 5.2: Improve pedestrian routes to Ford Park. Action Step 5.2.1: Design improvements to existing pedestrian routes that will correct grading, surfacing, and lighting and will provide resting and sitting areas. Objective 5.3: Improve internal pedestrian circulation within Ford Park. Action Step 5.3.1: Design a central pedestrian path to enhance the connection between the upper and lower bench areas of the park. Policy Statement 14: Any uses added to Ford Park in the future shall be structured to encourage users or participants to walk or ride the bus rather than drive. Ford Park Management Plan Update 18 April 2012 Policy Statement 15: Pedestrian access to the Park from the Vail Village should be easy and visible. The Park shall be as pedestrian - friendly as possible. Goal #6: Delineate financial responsibilities among Ford Park leaseholders and the Town of Vail. Objective 6.1: Formalize existing division of facility management /operation costs. Action Step 6.1.1: Research current lease, license and use agreements for delineation of financial responsibilities. Action Step 6.1.2: Correct inequities in utility billing procedures and distribution systems, current utility use, and payment relationships. Policy Statement 16: All Ford Park leaseholders and the Town of Vail shall be required to share in common operating costs that benefit the whole park facility and as outlined in current lease or license agreements. These include but are not limited to, electrical charges for pedestrian path and parking lot lighting, trash removal charges, and regular parking lot and pedestrian path maintenance costs. Objective 6.2: Create a cost - sharing agreement for Capital Improvement costs. Action Step 6.2.1: Create a five year capital improvements program for Ford Park. Action Step 6.2.2: Establish the benefit /cost relationship for capital projects to determine appropriate cost sharing agreements. Policy Statement 17: Ford Park leaseholders and the Town of Vail desiring to make capital improvements within their respective lease areas shall be required to provide funding for those improvements and for subsequent modifications to those areas outside of the lease area caused by those improvements. Policy Statement 18: Services, functions, and programs provided by Ford Park leaseholders, by bringing visitors to the community, generate sales tax revenues which contribute General Fund funding sources. Residents of the community which participate in those programs, contribute to the Real Estate Transfer Tax funding source through real estate transactions. 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I lip if It ~11 \. .. ■ a. i . i V= MOTOWWOM-M 1 . 1611111 Ford Park Management Plan Update 21 April 2012 11 � � 11 INIM MY Oli AWN 11 11 I I 1 I 1 1 1 •� "I W MIN 1 ■ � This section contains site plan diagrams that illustrate conceptual plans for the Park. The Ford Park Illustrative Plan provided herein replaces site plans from the 1997 Ford Park Management Plan. This new plan reflects many of the same improvements contemplated by the 1997 Plan, but also includes a few improvements not previously contemplated. Concepts depicted on the Illustrative Plan are considered to be appropriate improvements and activities for the Park. However, all improvements are subject to further review by the Town (Conditional Use Permit, Development Plan review, DRB review) prior to being Ford Park Management Plan Update 22 April 2012 implemented. In some cases the description of improvements provided below include parameters or considerations that should be addressed during detailed design and as a part of subsequent review by the Town. Brief descriptions of improvements depicted on the Illustrative Plan for Ford Park, and when appropriate enlargements of such improvements, are provided below. It should also be understood that the site plan depicting these improvements is done at a very general, conceptual level. This plan is intended to illustrate concepts only and improvements depicted on this Plan will be refined as designs progress. As such final designs may vary from what is depicted on this generalized plan. Prior to the implementation of any improvements in Ford Park additional design details will be provided for review by the Town as a part of the Planning Commission's review of a Development Plan (as part of a Conditional Use Process) and/ or as a part of the Design Review Board review process. The Illustrative Plan provides a comprehensive depiction of improvements contemplated for Ford Park. This does not mean however, that only those improvements depicted on this plan may be made. Improvements not depicted on the Illustrative Plan may be proposed provided they are consistent with the overall goals for the Park and with applicable objectives, policy statements and action steps outlined in the Management Plan. It should also be understood that the improvements being depicted on the Illustrative Plan does not ensure if or when they will be implemented. In many respects the Illustrative Plan is a vision for how the Park may be developed and not a commitment to any specific improvement. Ford Park Management Plan Update 23 April 2012 Implemented Improvements from 1997 Illustrative Plan A number of improvements proposed by the 1997 Plan have been implemented. These improvements are listed below: 1. Reduce width of road entrance from South Frontage Road; install an automated traffic control gate. 2. Construct 12' concrete pedestrian /bike path along south edge of roadway from Vail Valley Drive to the West Access Road entrance. 3. Extend pedestrian /bike path beyond West Access Road as 10' detached pathway. Widen path between softball infields and extend beyond the Tennis Center to the proposed main park entrance. 4. A central trash enclosure is shown at the southwest corner of the parking lot. 5. Increase the deck height of the Manor Vail covered bridge by approximately 4'. 6. Widen South Frontage Road to provide 6' bike lanes on each side. 2012 Ford Park Illustrative Plan The Ford Park Illustrative Plan is found on the following page. Subsequent pages provide descriptions of specific improvements identified on each enlargement sheet of the Illustrative Plan. These improvements are presented by "topical" category (i.e. pedestrianization), location (i.e. the lower bench area) or major user (i.e. the Amphitheater or the athletic fields). Refer to the Illustrative Plan when reviewing these descriptions for a graphic depiction of the improvement and the surrounding context. When appropriate an enlarged section of the Illustrative Plan is provided in the context of narrative descriptions. Ford Park Management Plan Update 24 April 2012 l is r Q /1" Ford Park Management Plan Update 25 April 2012 Preservation Zone One of the objectives of the 1997 Plan was to: Designate Preservation Zones within Ford Park to protect sensitive natural areas and /or buffer zones between venues areas from developmental impacts. Define allowed uses within Preservation Zone areas. A Preservation Zone is identified on the Ford Park Illustrative Plan. This zone primarily includes the Gore Creek Corridor and the 7 acre Nature Center area located south of Gore Creek. The location of the Preservation Zone was determined based on natural features and existing improvements, the 100 -year floodplain and the 50 -foot waterbody setback. Within the preservation zone it is intended that existing uses, improvements and buildings can be maintained and that no new uses, improvements or buildings inconsistent with the preservation of these areas is to occur. Low - impact improvements such as soft surface walking paths, fishing access, etc. along with utility improvements, drainage improvements, creek crossings, creek restoration projects and similar activities may be initiated within the Preservation Zone. Fisherman access to Gore Creek, while currently not an issue (i.e. excessive use resulting in riparian area degradation), could become an issue in the future. A creek access point was considered at the east end of the Nature Center (using the bus turnaround on Vail Valley Drive as an unloading area) but was rejected as contradictory to the intended use of the Nature Center. A defined creek access point is now being considered above Ford Park in the vicinity of the Pulis Bridge. Some improvements to the Park are contemplated adjacent to the Preservation Zone, notably the potential widening of Betty Ford Way. If the widening of this road is pursued, great care and attention to design and construction will be necessary in order to protect Gore Creek. Best management practices (BMP's) will be essential in controlling runoff, erosion, debris, etc. that could otherwise harm the creek. Pedestrianization /Park Arrival Ford Park has two distinct areas — the upper bench which has an athletic focus and the lower bench which has more of an arts and cultural focus. Access to the Park is provided by one of six portals, each with their own unique purpose and characteristics. These portals are identified on the Ford Park Illustrative Plan. Ford Park Management Plan Update 26 April 2012 Improvements are contemplated for a number of these portals, many of which originate outside the actual boundary of the Park. One improvement contemplated for each portal is to introduce a distinctive monument or identification feature to identify access to Ford Park. For example, the Gore Creek Trail provides access for people who park in the Village Parking Structure. An identification feature where the trail begins east of Vail Valley Drive could help people find their way to the Park. These features would signal the beginning of one's "entry" to Ford Park with "arrival" coming when one reaches the Park. While the design of individual identification features may vary, a common design character for all features should be used in order to create continuity and consistency in how the Park is identified. • Manor Vail Entry at Vail Valley Drive — A pedestrian easement is in place that provides pedestrian access from Vail Valley Drive to the Covered Bridge. An identification feature should be considered at this location, the design of which would need to be coordinated with Manor Vail. • Gore Creek Streamwalk — This tranquil trail provides park access for many who park at the Village Parking Structure. An identification feature should be installed at Vail Valley Drive. Efforts should be made to lessen the grade of this trail behind the Wren Condominiums. This could be accomplished by re- grading the trail and installing retaining walls along the existing trail that could bring the grade down from +/ -15% to +/ -9 %. Another alternative could be to re -align the trail immediately adjacent to the Park in a manner that would contour across the hillside and eliminate the trail from "going up to only come down ". Due to steep terrain and proximity to Gore Creek, this solution would require sensitive design and construction so as to minimize impacts on the creek. An alternative to a retaining wall solution could be to cantilever a portion of the trail over the steeper hillside sections. • Frontage Road Sidewalk — This sidewalk provides direct access to the Park from the Village Parking Structure. An identification feature should be considered at the intersection of the Frontage Road and Vail Valley Drive. • VV Drive /Soccer Field - During performances and special events buses are added to the town's system and their route is extended to the turnaround at the east end of the Soccer Field in order to serve this portal (topography and roadway width prevent the development of a bus turnaround closer to this portal). An identification feature should be considered at the intersection of the Frontage Road and Vail Valley Drive. • Frontage Road /Transit Stop — A new transit stop will provide access to an improved pedestrian corridor that leads into the Park and to the lower bench. An identification feature, along with identification of access to the Ford Park Management Plan Update 27 April 2012 tennis center should be considered where this corridor begins. An accessible route consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act Guidelines should be identified from the transit stop to facilities throughout the park. • Frontage Road /Parking Area — East Betty Ford Way is the primary access to the lower bench from the parking area. An identification feature, along with identification of access to the tennis center should be considered where this corridor begins. Other pedestrian improvements to this corridor are described below. An accessible route consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act Guidelines should be identified from the transit stop to facilities throughout the park. Shuttle During events at the Amphitheater, golf cart shuttles are utilized for moving people to and from the venue. The idea of creating a similar system to provide shuttle service to general park users throughout the summer months is under consideration. The purpose of this shuttle is two -fold - one is to provide the shuttles as a guest service and the other to provide alternative access into the Park for elderly or disabled guests. With regard to the later, the shuttle system could allow for the removal of accessible parking spaces at the Amphitheater and in doing so reduce car trips into the Park. Until such time as a shuttle system is implemented the accessible parking spaces at the Amphitheater should remain. Frontage Road Entry /Parking/Transit Existing transit and parking facilities along the Frontage Road are ill- defined and in many respects do not function well. For example, vehicle access points to parking areas are unclear and buses are not adequately segregated from private vehicles. While it is likely that more people enter the Park via pedestrian routes from the west and south, many guests do access the Park from this area via buses from the Frontage Road transit stop and from parking areas. A number of improvements are planned in order to improve both the appearance and function of this area. Ford Park Management Plan Update 28 April 2012 Pedesflan Aooess ♦``♦ 1'.. F atltage __ PARK TRY S Bus Stop -- _ t Palktng Cone Tennls Courts Tennls Courts Tennls \� Tennls I C onto, -_ - Ezpantletl On Sheet Parking — " - -- Twsh Ens a Slor Are Drop -oR Parking flan 8 Cad es, fom Parking Cad turnaround OFI-17 d Pi*'.k<_ua Frontage Road Entry/Parking/Transit Parkina Facilities Existing parking areas should be redesigned in order to achieve the Town Council's goal of "no net loss" of parking. Currently there are approximately 200 parking spaces in the Frontage Road area, of which 17 are disabled parking spaces. An equivalent number of spaces are reflected on the Ford Park Illustrative Plan. Major changes to parking include the elimination of approximately 50 existing spaces in order to accommodate the expansion to athletic fields and a new transit drop -off area. New spaces can be created with the re- design of the eastern portion of the lot and by locating parking where the bus drop -off is currently located. The addition of "low impact" parking spaces along the South Frontage Road is also under consideration. This improvement will necessitate a sidewalk along the south side of the road and coordination with CDOT will be necessary in order to implement this improvement. Access points to parking areas should be consolidated into two locations and may include turn lane improvements on the Frontage Road (subject to CDOT review). Short term drop -off parking spaces will be established, the location of which will be determined during detailed design. Efforts should be made to locate short - term drop -off at the western end of the parking lots. The re- design of the parking area as depicted on the Illustrative Plan will still allow for use of this area for special events and concerts. Determination of how Ford Park Management Plan Update 29 April 2012 this area is used will be made by the Town Council and the Commission on Special Events. Bus Stop /Drop -off A dedicated bus stop lane separate from private vehicles will be provided. This facility is planned just west of the re- designed parking area. This location may allow for a bus shelter to be incorporated into or adjacent to the Concessions /Restroom building. Pedestrian Improvements- Transit Stop Currently the relationship of the transit stop and the adjacent tennis center area is not well defined nor does this area have a clear image or relationship to other facilities within the Park. For example, the arrangement and relationship of existing improvements is not clear and pedestrian routes to the Alpine Garden, the Amphitheater or lower bench recreation facilities are not intuitive. Landscape, signage and pedestrian improvements throughout this area will be implemented to improve existing conditions. Pedestrian Improvements -East Betty Ford Way East Betty Ford Way is a major pedestrian route from parking facilities to the Amphitheater. While this corridor provides excellent views to Gore Creek and the Gore Range, the trial itself is in need of improvement. Portions of the trail are very steep and present challenges for some park users. The trail is also very narrow, particularly during periods of peak usage. This problem is compounded during Amphitheater events when golf cart shuttles share the trail with pedestrians. This trail should be widened and efforts made to lessen the grade of the trail. Widening of the trail (12' to 13' maximum) will alleviate golf cart - pedestrian conflicts, enable a shuttle system to be implemented at a future date, and allow increased use by delivery vehicles thus reducing delivery vehicle — pedestrian conflicts to the west. Pedestrian overlooks to Gore Creek along this route should be considered, both for aesthetic purposes and to provide pedestrians a safe location to stand at times shuttles (or trucks) may be using this route. Athletic Fields Concessions /Restroom Building A new concessions /restroom building is contemplated at the east end of the athletic fields. The building may also include a small satellite office for the Recreation District (for use during events and tournaments). This facility, along with the existing tennis center will "anchor" this area of the Park. Athletic Fields The size and shape of existing athletic fields is inefficient. The following improvements are planned to provide more usable fields: Ford Park Management Plan Update 30 April 2012 Field Expansion Removal of the existing restroom /concession building and the westernmost surface parking lot will allow for increased field area that will accommodate three full -sized softball fields or two full -sized soccer /lacrosse fields. This is a major improvement to the Park in terms of the type of events that could be hosted. A retaining wall at the southwest corner of the fields will be necessary. It is anticipated that at the tallest point will be approximately 12' and will taper back to existing grade at either end. Various wall systems and designs will be studied. This field improvement will also include new fencing around most of the fields and improvements to spectator areas. The introduction of additional landscaping on the south side of the fields should be done to provide both shade and screening. West Field Restroom /Storage Building A new restroom and park storage building is suggested at the west end of the fields. The small storage component for the Recreation District and the Alpine Garden will minimize the number of vehicle trips into the Park. This building replaces an existing storage building and will clean up existing unsecured maintenance and storage areas currently scattered throughout the park. Giver the prominent location of this building at the west entry to the Park, it will be critical that users of the storage facility keep all vehicles and stored material enclosed. Restrooms will serve users of the fields and pedestrians entering /exiting the Park from the west. The building should be low- profile and have a "grounded" appearance in the landscape. - - -� — aa=aad- - PedeshiatLAC " AI*" hom Frontage Athletic Fields /Concession Building Ford Park Management Plan Update 31 April 2012 Lower Bench The following improvements are contemplated for the Lower Bench area of the park: Playground Restrooms Restrooms at the playground are poorly sited, undersized and present an uncomfortable relationship to the rest of the Park. In the near future these restrooms will be in need of renovation and at such time consideration should be given to re- locating them to a more discrete location. One alternative is to bench the restrooms into the hill below the athletic fields. This location could allow these facilities to be accessible to users of the fields. If this solution is pursued consideration should be given to creating a stronger connection between the playground and the adjacent playfield. Ford Family Tribute The design intent and objective for the Ford Tribute is to announce the arrival to Ford Park in an iconic manner that celebrates the life and influence of the Ford family on our community. Envisioned as a unique landscape feature comprised of a combination of plants, stone, art and other natural materials, the Tribute will be located in the vicinity of the Manor Vail Bridge at the intersection with Betty Ford Way. The goal is to help solidify the Ford's legacy for posterity, and to do so in a manner that is contextual to the natural environment, the Betty Ford Alpine Garden, the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater, and the overall context of Ford Park. The Tribute is not envisioned as a building or structure, but rather a series of elements that help create a very special sense of place as the beginning of the enhanced park experience along Betty Ford Way, between Manor Vail and the Social Courtyard at the amphitheater. Betty Ford Way Betty Ford Way provides a major pedestrian access route into the Park, both from Vail Village /Village Parking Structure and from the Park's upper bench parking lot and transit stop. The section of Betty Ford Way between the Covered Bridge and the Amphitheater entry is envisioned to be a "feature area ". This pedestrian corridor will be treated with a higher level of design, surface materials, lighting, seating, etc. Enhancements to Betty Ford Way will improve a park visitor's experience to and through the lower bench of the park. The existing path will be widened from approximately 10 feet to between 11 and 13 feet to accommodate the multiple user types that visit the park in peak use times (e.g. pedestrians, bicyclists, skateboarders and roller- skaters) and reduce conflicts when golf cart shuttles share the trail with pedestrians. The asphalt pavement along Betty Ford Way should be replaced with finer textured, higher quality pavements such as colored concrete, or stone or concrete pavers. Seating areas with benches at select locations along the path, and lighting fixtures to match new architectural features in the park will better unify the image and character of the entire Park. Ford Park Management Plan Update 32 April 2012 Landscaping adjacent to Betty Ford Way should be enhanced with additional shrubs and wildflowers to provide more interest and color along the route, and new wayfinding signage installed. The portion of the path between the Manor Vail Bridge and the Amphitheater entrance is the portion of the path that receives the highest level of use. It should be of the same character as the rest of Betty Ford Way, but receive a higher level of finish on the path surface, and the landscaping should include more floral displays, which will be designed to be complementary to the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens landscape. Nature Trail Improvements to the informal nature trail along Gore Creek are envisioned. Lower Bench Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater Host to approximately 60 events each year, the Amphitheater is one of, if not the main activity generator in the Park. A number of improvements are planned for this facility. Social Courtyard Expansion of the existing plaza at the entry to the Amphitheater is intended to provide a more gracious and more functional entry to the venue. The design Ford Park Management Plan Update 33 April 2012 intent and objective for the new "social courtyard" is to create a multi -use outdoor space of that serves as the primary arrival for the Amphitheater as well as a pre - convene and post- function space during scheduled events. The social courtyard will also serve as a new programmable space within the lower bench of Ford Park for smaller gatherings and events. Use of the space will be available by various groups and stakeholders such as the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens or the Art in Public Places, and the common park user, during times when the amphitheater is not in operation and when there are no scheduled events taking place. The space is envisioned to be richly landscaped, and have a high level of design and attention to detail. Two new gates are planned to serve as ticket control and baggage check, and a perimeter landscape barrier combining plants and a decorative artistic fence will be designed to provide security for the venue. Portions of the social courtyard are envisioned to be covered by a roof feature to shelter patrons from rain during inclement weather and provide shade during sunny days. In this case consideration should be given to the relationship of this structure to surrounding improvements and to how important viewsheds can be maintained. Ticketina /Restrooms /Seatin A number of improvements are planned to the operations and interior of the Amphitheater. These include expanded ticket windows, remodeling of existing restrooms and new restrooms at the east entry to the Amphitheater. Re- contouring of the lawn seating area is also planned, the primary purpose of which is to lessen the existing grade of the lawn area. Noise Mitigation The relationship between the Amphitheater and the athletic fields at times creates conflicts, specifically with noise. 1 -70 traffic also creates problems for the Amphitheater. Noise mitigation studies have been completed and to date no definitive decisions have been made regarding possible noise mitigation measures. Space between the Amphitheater and the fields has been defined in order to accommodate potential measures that may be pursued in the future (walls, berms, landscaping, etc.). Ford Park Management Plan Update 34 April 2012 Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater Betty Ford Alpine Gardens The Alpine Gardens are a major summer attraction and the following improvements are contemplated for this facility: North Entry A more formally defined entry to the Gardens from the upper bench, along with improved pedestrian corridors are planned. Garden Expansion Area Expansion to the gardens is planned along Gore Creek, in an area east of the old schoolhouse. BFAG Education Center Located proximate to the Gardens on the lower bench, the Education Center is envisioned to house administrative offices, a greenhouse and a multi -use space for a variety of functions. The building is planned to be two levels (one story with a lower walkout level) with a building footprint of approximately 1500 SF. The BFAG building is envisioned to be west of the old school house. The location is preferred for two reasons — to preserve the Children's Garden (located Ford Park Management Plan Update 35 April 2012 just east of the old school, and to not "crowd" the entry to the Amphitheater. Site design of the building should give consideration to the following: • The building should be "low profile" and not dominate the immediate area. • The design of the building should be sensitive to its close proximity to the old school house and should create unified compound of structures. • While the old school house and the Education Center will be two separate buildings, landscape features, patios, etc. should be used to "link" the two buildings, • Consideration should be given to creating a new entry to the gardens that is adjacent to the new building, • The specimen spruce tree should be maintained, • The degree to which the building extends to the west should be minimized in order to maintain the existing open space and views to Gore Creek from Betty Ford Way. The location of this building is appropriate given its proximity and relationship to the Gardens. However, measures will need to be implemented that will minimize vehicle trips to the building and how winter access is provided. Betty Ford Alpine Gardens Ford Park Management Plan Update 36 April 2012 Art in Public Places (AIPP) AIPP has an active program in Ford Park. The organization has placed permanent art within the Park, the most recent being the Jesus Moroles sculpture. AAIP also uses a portion of the Lower Bench for temporary /summer exhibition space. AAIP has the opportunity to utilize other areas of the park which may be appropriate for art installations. However, any installation (temporary or permanent) will be evaluated with respect to how it minimizes impacts on other existing facilities and uses in the Park. Service and Delivery The following initiatives are contemplated to improve the efficiency of and minimize the impacts from service and delivery functions within the Park Central Trash Enclosure A new central trash enclosure (to replace an existing building) is planned at the eastern corner of the parking lot. This is intended to be a fully enclosed building which contains either a trash dumpster or compactor unit. All leaseholders would utilize this central enclosure to dispose of trash generated at their respective facilities. One of the underlying goals of this approach is to not have trash truck traffic within the Park. Amphitheater Deliveries Amphitheater operations necessitate a significant number of deliveries, including on average 8 -12 large semi - trucks each year (typically delivering for performances) and frequent truck deliveries from food, beer and other vendors. During the peak summer season deliveries from these vendors can be as much as two to four per day. These deliveries currently access the Amphitheater via West Betty Ford Way and create a very negative impact on the rest of the Park, particularly the highly pedestrianized lower bench area. One of the six goals for Ford Park is to "reduce vehicular intrusions into the park" and in response to this a number of alternatives are under consideration that could dramatically reduce the impact of these delivery vehicles. Consideration has been given to "management solutions ". For example, truck deliveries could be limited to specific times (i.e. early morning) of day to avoid vehicle /pedestrian conflicts. Given the constraints Vail already imposes on deliveries in the Vail Village area, it is assumed that further confining delivery times to Ford Park would be impractical on trucks and drivers. Another idea would be to have trucks deliver to the parking lots then off -load deliveries to smaller vehicles. While this may be viable for some deliveries, it may not be viable for liquor /beer deliveries due to state laws. Ford Park Management Plan Update 37 April 2012 The reconstruction of East Betty Ford Way such that all or some delivery vehicles could utilize this corridor (in lieu of entering the Park from the west) would greatly reduce vehicle /pedestrian conflicts. In order to do so the eastern portion of Betty Ford Way would need be reconstructed to widen the path platform and to reduce steep portions of the path. As noted above, these improvements are already planned in order to improve pedestrian use of this corridor. In conjunction with these improvements to the path, the re- design of the new Social Courtyard /Amphitheater entry could be done to accommodate truck turning movements such that trucks could enter from the east, turn around and then exit to the east. While in concept these improvements would address a major goal for the Park in reducing vehicle trips and minimizing pedestrian impacts, there are a number of other factors to consider. For example, the cost of these physical improvements must be considered relative to the benefits (reduction of vehicular trips) and other design implications such as how designing the amphitheater entry to accommodate truck turning movements might affect the qualitative aspects of the entry and how the need for retaining walls and the width /alignment of East Betty Ford Way will affect this pedestrian corridor. These and other considerations will be addressed during the detailed design of these improvements. An existing sewer line servicing the tennis center needs to be replaced in the East Betty Ford Way corridor and as such this pedestrian corridor will be re- constructed to some degree. At a minimum it is anticipated that the path will be enhanced to address the pedestrian improvements described above. The degree to which improvements can be done to accommodate all or some truck traffic will be determined following more detailed design with further evaluation of the proposal during the Development Plan review process. Access Road Management The gate - controlled entrance to East Betty Ford Way is intended to limit vehicle access to the Lower Bench. This gate /traffic control system is also utilized on the west end of Betty Ford Way and should continue. Ford Park Management Plan Update 38 April 2012 Vail Nature Center The Vail Nature Center is located on the south banks of Gore Creek at the southern end of Ford Park. The Nature Center is intended to be a natural preserve and includes self - guided trails with a small interpretive center that provides environmental and educational programs. Resolution #27 of 1987 documents the Town's intentions for how the Nature Center is to be managed. No changes are contemplated for this area. -P� Vail Nature Center s T job adk � lip � y - -low- Ford Park Management Plan Update 39 April 2012 Preliminary list of projects: 2. Streamwalk path light installation. 3. ■ . Addotmenal site furnishings ORStallation. Relocate 5. West Access Road Gontrol gate installatien and 'andsGaPiRg-. 6. South Frontage Read pedestrian/bike path GenStrUGtien. 7. 8. IRternal pedestrian path GenStFUGtion, 9. South Frontage Road aGGel/deGel lane GeRStrUGtiE-)R. 10. ReIOGate tennis 11. Bus step, parking let, and maiR entraRGe imprevemeRtS GeRstruGfien. GOUFt. Ford Park Management Plan Update 40 April 2012 TOWN OF VA PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION March 26, 2012 1:OOpm TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS / PUBLIC WELCOME 75 S. Frontage Road - Vail, Colorado, 81657 Members Present Members Absent Michael Kurz John Rediker Tyler Schmeidman Bill Pierce Henry Pratt Luke Cartin Pam Hopkins Site Visits: 1. Ford Park — 530, 540 & 580 South Frontage Road East 60 minutes 45 minutes An appeal, pursuant to Section 12 -3 -3, Appeals, Vail Town Code, of the zoning administrator's determination that an appeal form submitted by the Vail Gateway Plaza Condominium Association on January 4, 2012, was untimely, and therefore, can not be heard by the Planning and Environmental Commission. This determination was made in accordance with Section 12 -3- 3.3 of the Zoning Regulations of the Town of Vail. The Vail Gateway Plaza Condominiums are located at 12 Vail Road /Lot N, Block 5D, Vail Village Filing 1. Appellant: Vail Gateway Plaza Condominium Association, represented by Lansky, Weigler, and Porter, P.C. Staff: Matt Mire ACTION: Upheld administrator's determination that the appeal was untimely MOTION: Kurz SECOND: Cartin VOTE: 5 -0 -1 (Pierce recused) Commissioner Pierce recused himself as he had performed services for the business which is associated with the appeal. Commissioner Pratt stated to the Commission and the parties which wish to speak that only testimony related to the timing of the appeal will be heard. George Ruther gave a presentation highlighting the history, dates, and regulations regarding the Town's appeal process. He spoke to the September 26, 2011 issuance of the building permit which was not called up or modified by the Commission. An appeal would need to have been submitted by October 17, 2011 in order to comply with the regulations. Matt Mire, referenced the Town Code sections which regulate the appeals process and time frames. He also offered comments on the order in which testimony should be heard including allowing the appellant the final statements. T.J. Voboril, of the Mountain Law Group, representing the Vail Gateway Plaza Condominium Association, went through the appellant's appeal including correspondence from the zoning administrator's determination. Page 1 Matt Mire, clarified that Mr. Vobril is representing the appellant and is not an applicant and that George Ruther does not have the authority to alter the deadlines for filing of an appeal. Nancy Adams, representing a property owner in the building, and the messenger for 18 of the 24 property owners within the Vail Gateway Plaza Condominium Association, who would like to have this appeal dropped. She had letters from 18 owners which she wanted to make a part of the record. Ms. Adams also wanted the court order made a part of the record. Included as a part of the record were the governing documents of the HOA discussing the voting procedure. She highlighted several statements of the court testimony and findings. She concluded by asking that the appeal be denied and dismissed. Matt Mire added to the record that there is no Town Code provision requiring notification of the issuance of a building permit. Mr. Voboril stated that he felt that the facts that Ms. Adams had covered were no applicable to the appeal being heard today. He added to the record the December 15, 2011 memorandum from zoning administrator. He believes that the Association should be permitted a hearing on the land use after proper notification. There was no other public comment. Matt Mire stated that all elements presented at the hearing would become a part of the record. He stated the process for the Commission should they want to go into executive session. Commissioner Kurz stated that after hearing the testimony he did not see any process which that had been performed in error and therefore did not see support for the appeal. The Commissioners expressed that their conclusions were as expressed by Commissioner Kurz. Commissioner Pratt stated that it was his understanding that the determination of the land use being in compliance occurred sometime prior to the issuance of the building permit by the staff. George Ruther, stated that staff did make a determination on the land use prior to the submittal of the building permit. Commissioner Pratt wanted to clarify that the December 15, 2011 memorandum from the zoning administrator was not opening the land use back up for discussion /appeal, but was a clarification on the process used to make the determination. Mr. Voboril cited Section 12 -3 -3, Appeals, Vail Town Code, which he believed references the determination and interpretation and it was his opinion that the December 15, 2011 memorandum from the administrator was that determination which they are appealing. Matt Mire responded that the December 15, 2011 memorandum was clearly not the determination of the appropriateness of the land use which had occurred prior to the building permit submittal. 30 minutes 2. A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for amendments to the Ford Park Management Plan, to allow for the construction of various improvements at Ford Park (realignment of athletic fields, new restroom and concession buildings, new covered outdoor terrace, Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater renovations, park entrance improvements, Betty Ford Page 2 Alpine Garden welcome center, streetscape improvements, etc.) located at 530, 540, and 580 South Frontage Road East /Unplatted, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC120006) Applicant: Town of Vail Planner: Bill Gibson ACTION: Tabled to April 9, 2012 MOTION: Kurz SECOND: Cartin VOTE: 6 -0 -0 Tom Braun revisited the comments from the previous hearing through the use of a power point presentation. He went through the adopted goals, objectives, and action steps adopting in the Management Plan. He continued with statements that details have not been worked out for exact locations of building, grading, etc. The purpose of the proposed amendments is to provide the frame work for the future design of elements of the plan. He covered the multiple projects which are contained within the proposed text amendments. Commissioner Kurz stated that nothing that has been presented pose any concerns at this point. Commissioner Pratt stated that the team should look at the path behind the Wren and trying to get rid of the go up to go down situation. He expressed concern about the height of retaining wall on the west side of the ball fields. He added that he believed the location of the Betty Ford building was better suited on the east side of the old school house as minimal access to the creek exists to the east and should be preserved. He suggested that maybe a grand scheme should be to have the tennis center and concessions in a singular building. There are currently parking spaces down near the entry of the amphitheater and the need to eliminate them if we are trying to reduce vehicular penetration into the park. Concerned about the building at the west end of the fields and maybe ball field supplies would be better suited on the east end the park near the dumpster. He concluded by expressing concern about the negative first impression of the building on the west portal entrance. Todd Oppenheimer stated what buildings and materials would go in the building on the west of the ball fields and his belief that the benefits of the proposed building may outweigh a potential negative impact at the west portal associated with the proposed building. Commissioner Cartin asked if a better connection could be made between the play ground and the open grass area. He asked what type of separation would be put in place between the Betty Ford garden and the eastern end of the ball fields. A fence, berm, trees, etc.? Todd Oppenheimer describer how the separation would change along the extent of the shared boundaries and include all the elements listed by Commissioner Cartin.. Commissioner Cartin believes that the preservation zone is a good intent, however, there are proposed changes to the east path width which is contradictory to preservation. Why is Betty Ford Way plowed in the winter? Todd Oppenheimer explained that it was for the winter visitors and emergency vehicle access. Commissioner Cartin stated that there should be a goal of combining uses and needs into as few structures as possible. He believes additional work is needed on the loading and delivery and the east side which will push towards the creek with retaining walls. The use of the east driveway /pathway for loading and delivery may have significant negative impacts. Commissioner Hopkins asked if the intent was to use the flat grass area for weddings and events wouldn't that generate additional trucks entering the area with tents and food. Page 3 Todd Oppenheimer elaborated on the types of trucks and which ones would drive through and those that would turn around. Pedro Campos, of Zehren and Associates, spoke to the proposed improvements to the amphitheater. The goal is to not loose any capacity for guests. Commissioner Pierce spoke to the need to locate entry features closer to Vail Valley Drive so people could identify the entrances to the park. Believes it is important to think through the alpine garden building and its relationship to the other structures. There is a need to address the path behind the Wren and Apollo Park to average the grade out for pedestrians. Jim Lamont, representing the Vail Homeowners Association, added his support to the idea of how to improve the path behind the Wren and he thought the idea of putting the alpine garden building to the east of the existing school building was interesting as well. He spoke to a letter sent several years ago by the Association which addressed several of the improvements being currently proposed. One item he believes that has not been addressed was a concept of a reverse flow round -about on the South Frontage Road to help with traffic on that road is needed just as Ever Vail has been required to include them. He spoke to the possibility of a vehicular bridge from Vail Valley Drive back to the South Frontage Road. 5 minutes 3. A request for the review of amendments to a conditional use permit, pursuant to Section 12 -16- 10, Amendment Procedures, Vail Town Code, to allow for the construction of various improvements at Ford Park (realignment of athletic fields, new restroom and concession buildings, new covered outdoor terrace, Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater renovations, park entrance improvements, Betty Ford Alpine Garden welcome center, streetscape improvements, etc.) located at 530, 540, and 580 South Frontage Road East /Unplatted, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC120003) Applicant: Town of Vail Planner: Bill Gibson ACTION: Tabled to April 9, 2012 MOTION: Kurz SECOND: Cartin VOTE: 6 -0 -0 5 minutes 4. A request for a final recommendation to the Vail Town Council for prescribed regulations amendments to Title 12, Zoning Regulations and Title 14, Development Standards, Vail Town Code, pursuant to Section 12 -3 -7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to provide regulations that will implement sustainable building and planning standards, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC090028) Applicant: Town of Vail Planner: Rachel Dimond/ Kristen Bertuglia ACTION: Tabled to April 9, 2012 MOTION: Kurz SECOND: Cartin VOTE: 6 -0 -0 5. Approval of March 12, 2012 minutes MOTION: Kurz SECOND: Cartin VOTE: 5 -0 -1 (Pratt abstained) 6. Information Update Commissioner Schneidman was thanked for his years of service. 7. Adjournment MOTION: Kurz SECOND: Cartin VOTE: 6 -0 -0 Page 4 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. Please call (970) 479 -2138 for additional information. Sign language interpretation is available upon request with 24 -hour notification. Please call (970) 479 -2356, Telephone for the Hearing Impaired, for information. Community Development Department Published March 23, 2012, in the Vail Daily. Page 5 Ad Name: 7762435A PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION Customer: TOWN OF VAIL /PLAN DEPT /COMM April 9, 2012 m 12:3m Your account number is: 1023233 TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS Vail Daily /PUBLIC WELCOME 75 S. Frontage Road -Vail, Colorado, 81657 Lunch with Design Review Board 30 minutes A Joint work - session on the municipal site redevel- PROOF OF PUBLICATION opment Swearing in new members - Lorelei Donaldson 10 minutes STATE OF COLORADO } 60 minutes 1.A request for the review of conditional use per - }SS. mits, pursuant to Section 12 -9C -3, Conditional Us- es, Vail Town Code, for a healthcare facility and a COUNTY OF EAGLE } public building and grounds, to allow for the velopment of the Town of Vail municipal site with ith a a medical research, rehabilitation, and office building and a municipal office building located at 75 and 111 South Frontage Road West/unplatted, and set- t, Don Rogers, do solemnly swear that I am a qualified ting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC120012) g Y �l Applicant: Vail MOB, LLC, represented by Tri- umph representative ofthe Vail Daily. That the same Dail newspaper y C Development and Town of Vail, represented li Y Y by Consilium Partners, Vail Planner: Warren Campbell printed, in whole or in part and published in the County ACTION: of Eagle, State of Colorado, and has a general circulation CONDITIONSCOND:VOTE: 15 minutes therein; that said newspaper has been published continuously 2.A request for the review of a final plat, pursuant to Chapter 13 -12, Exemption Plat Review Proce- and uninterruptedly in said County of Eagle for a period of dures, Vail Town Code, to allow for the re- subdivi- sion of Lots 2 and 3, Bighorn Subdivision 4th Addi- tion, located at 4316 and 4336 Streamside Circle more than fifty -two consecutive weeks next prior to the first West, and setting details in regards thereto. (PEC110063) publication of the annexed legal notice or advertisement and Applicant: Diamond Assets, represented by Tri- umph Development that said newspaper has published the requested legal notice Planner: Bill Gibson ACTION: and advertisement as requested. MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: �l CONDITIONS: 30 minutes 3.A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for aendments to the Ford Park Man - The Vail Daily is an accepted legal advertising medium, agement Planm, to allow for the construction of vari- ous improvements at Ford Park (realignment of only for jurisdictions operating under Colorado's Home athletic fields, new restroom and concession build- ings, new covered outdoor terrace, Gerald R. Ford Rule provision. Amphitheater renovations, park entrance improve- ments, Betty Ford Alpine Garden welcome center, streetscape improvements, etc.) located at 530, 540, and 580 South Frontage Road EasUUnplatted, and setting forth details in regard thereto. That the annexed legal notice or advertisement was (PEC120006) Applicant: Town of Vail published in the regular and entire issue of every ACTION: Bill Gibson number of said daily newspaper for the period of 1 MOTION: SECONDWOTE: CONDITIONS: consecutive insertions; and that the first ublication of said 5 minutes Ii 4.A request for the review of amendments to a dated 4/6/2012 and conditional use permit, pursuant to Section notice was in the issue of said newspaper 12- 16 -10, Amendment Procedures, Vail Town Code, to allow for the construction of various that the last publication of said notice was dated 4/6/2012 in improvements at Ford Park (realignment of athletic fields, new restroom and concession buildings, the issue of said newspaper. new covered outdoor terrace, Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater renovations, park entrance improve- ments, Betty Ford Alpine Garden welcome center, streetscape improvements, etc.) located at 530, In witness whereof, I have here unto set m hand this day, and 580 South Frontage Road EasUUnplatted, � Y Y� and setting forth details in regard thereto. 04/19/2012. Applica t: Town of Vail Planner: Bill Gibson ACTION: Table to April 23, 2012 MOTION: SECOND:VOTE: ^ CONDITIONS: 5 minutes 5.A request for a final recommendation to the Vail Town Council for prescribed regulations amendments to Title 12, Zoning Regulations and General Manager /Publisher /Editor Title 14, Development Standards, Vail Town Code, pursuant to Section 12 -3 -7, Amendment, Vail Town Vail Daily Code, to provide regulations that will implement sustainable building and planning standards, and Subscribed and sworn to before me, a notary public in and for setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC090028) the County of Eagle, State of Colorado this day 04/19/2012. Applicant: Ra of Vail lDimond/ Kristen Bertuglia ACTION: Table to April 23, 2012 MOTION: SECOND:VOTE: CONDITIONS: / 6.Approval of March 26, 2012 minutes / 7 MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: 7.Information Update t Pamela J. Schultz , Notary Public SE C SECOND: VOTE: My Commission expires: November 1, 2015 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 De- velopment Department. Please call (970) 479 -2138 for additional information. Sign language interpretation is available upon request with 24 -hour notification. Please call (970) 479 -2356, Telephone for the Hearing Impaired, for information. Community Development Department Published April 6, 2012, in the Vail Daily. (7762435) Ad Name: 7702013A Customer: TOWN OF VAIL /PLAN DEPT /COMM Your account number is: 1023233 Vail Daily PROOF OF PUBLICATION STATE OF COLORADO } }SS. COUNTY OF EAGLE } I, Don Rogers, do solemnly swear that I am a qualified representative ofthe 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 consecutive insertions; and that the first publication of said notice was in the issue of said newspaper dated 3/23/2012 and that the last publication of said notice was dated 3/23/2012 in the issue of said newspaper. In witness whereof, I have here unto set my hand this day, 04/03/2012. General Manager /Publisher /Editor Vail Daily Subscribed and sworn to before me, a notary public in and for the County of Eagle, State of Colorado this day 04/03/2012. Pamela J. Schultz, Notary Public My Commission expires: November 1, 2015 THIS ITEM MAY AFFECT YOUR PROPERTY PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning and Environmental Commission of the Town of Vail will hold a public hearing in accordance with section 12 -3 -6, Vail Town Code, on April 9, 2012, at 1:00 pm in the Town of Vail Municipal Building, in con- sideration of: A request for the review of conditional use permits, pursuant to Section 12 -9C -3, Conditional Uses, Vail Town Code, for a healthcare facility and a pub- lic building and grounds, to allow for the redevel- opment of the Town of Vail municipal site with a medical research, rehabilitation, and office building and a municipal office building located at 75 and 111 South Frontage Road WesUunplatted, and set- ting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC120012) Applicant: Vail MOB, LLC, represented by Tri- umph Development and Town of Vail, represented by Consilium Partners, Vail Planner: Warren Campbell The applications and information about the propos- als are available for public inspection during office hours at the Town of Vail Community Develop- ment Department, 75 South Frontage Road. The public is invited to attend site visits. Please call 970 - 479 -2138 for additional information. Sign language interpretation is available upon re- quest, with 24 -hour notification. Please call 970 - 479 -2356, Telephone for the Hearing Im- paired, for information. Published March 23, 2012, in the Vail Daily. (7702013)