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VAIL TO W N C O U N C IL R E G U L AR ME E TIN G
Agenda
Town Council C hambers
1:00 PM, February 18, 2020
Notes:
Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine what time Council will
consider an item.
Public comment on any agenda item may be solicited by the Town Council.
1.Presentation / Discussion
1.1.Discussion about Vail Tax Rates and Comparisons to Peer Communities 30 min.
Presenter(s): Kathleen Halloran, Finance Director
Action Requested of Council: Provide feedback to staff regarding next
steps.
Background: At Council's request, staff is bringing back detailed information
regarding Vail tax rates compared to other peer communities for a
discussion in preparation for a potential ballot question to Vail voters this
November. Housing and Special Events as well as arts and cultural
programming have been identified as top priorities of the community and
Town Council. W ith significant momentum behind these efforts, Town
Council will consider pursuing permanent, predictable and reliable funding
sources.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends pursuing a ballot initiative
campaign establishing a permanent source of funding for both housing and
special events/arts & cultural programming, with suggested next steps
outlined in the attached memo.
1.2.Community Survey Discussion 60 min.
Presenter(s): Suzanne Silverthorn, Communication Director and Chris
Cares, RRC Associates
Action Requested of Council: Staff is seeking direction on next steps
related to the status of the community survey, including schedule, topics and
methodology.
Background: The Town of Vail community survey has been used to probe
public policy issues and solicit feedback on a variety of topics of community
interest. I t has also been used to measure the town's operational
performance as compared with previous years. The most recent surveys
were conducted in 2016 and 2018. A 2020 survey has been budgeted to
coincide with the new Town Council term and to benchmark municipal
service levels.
1.3.Proposal for Vail Reinvestment Authority Refinance of Bonds and
Authorization for Selection of Underwriting Firm
10 min.
Presenter(s): Kathleen Halloran, Finance Director
Action Requested of Council: Provide authorization to the Town Manager to
proceed with selection and contract negotiation with an underwriting firm
and bond counsel.
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Background: Staff is seeking Council approval to select an underwriting firm
and bond counsel with the intent to refinance current bonds held by the Vail
Reinvestment Authority (V RA).W ith the current bond market favorable to a
refinance, the V RA may save over $800,000 over the life of the bonds with
a refinancing.
Staff Recommendation: Provide authorization to the Town Manager to
proceed with selection and contract negotiations with an underwriting firm
and bond counsel.
1.4.Employee Housing Opportunity Program (E HOP) Recommendations 15 min.
Presenter(s): Krista Miller, Human Resources Director
Action Requested of Council: Council input and action about funding
request.
Background: Review E HOP program, an equity share mortgage loan
program, with suggested recommendations for changes and funding for
future requests.
1.5.2019 Energy Smart Colorado Community Energy Efficiency Program
Update
15 min.
Presenter(s): Kristen Bertuglia-Environmental Sustainability Director and
Nikki Maline- Energy Programs Director- Energy Smart
Action Requested of Council: Staff requests the Vail Town Council listen to
the presentation and provide feedback on the year end report. Staff also
requests Council promote the Energy Smart Colorado throughout the
community.
Background: Town of Vail has partnered with the Energy Smart Colorado
program for the past three years to offer an energy efficiency program that
is accessible, available, and affordable to all residents and businesses of the
town. The program includes free comprehensive home energy assessments
and administration of double rebates that leverage utility rebates and help
homeowners and businesses to reduce energy use by an average of 20%
and save money. The Energy Smart Colorado contract is in place for 2002
and work is currently underway.
Staff Recommendation: As this is an update on the year end report, there
are no staff recommendations at this time.
1.6.Mobility and Parking Requirements - Policy Discussion 30 min
Presenter(s): Matt Gennett, Community Development
Action Requested of Council: Staff requests the Vail Town Council listen to
the presentation and provide feedback
Background: Current trends in community planning recognize that privately-
owned automobiles are no longer the primary means of transportation for
some people, and well-designed, sustainable site and building plans should
not be driven by the need to park vehicles. The availability of proximity to
mass transit, walkability, bicycle routes, E-bikes and car-sharing are
proving to be meaningful criteria to reduce the need for asphalt surface and
structured parking lots on scarce land. Staff would like to frame a policy
dialogue around the issue of minimum parking requirements, particularly in
the Housing (H) zone district, to consider more efficacious standards and
practices based on the concept of mobility. The policy discussion will center
on shifting the focus of Town Code regulations away from existing minimum
parking requirements, which are determined based on the number and size
of dwelling units, toward an alternative approach that requires meeting the
transportation and mobility needs of residents.
2.D R B / P E C Update (5 min.)
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2.1.D RB / P E C Update
Presenter(s): J onathan Spence, Planning Manager
3.Information Update (5 min.)
3.1.J anuary 6, 2020 A I P P Minutes
3.2.C S E D RA FT February 5, 2020 Meeting Minutes
3.3.V LHA J anuary 28, 2020 Meeting Results
4.Matters from Mayor, Council and Committee Reports (10 min.)
4.1.Vail Trailblazer Award Recipient
5.Executive Session
5.1.Executive Session, pursuant to: 1) C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b)(e) - to receive
legal advice on specific legal questions; and to determine positions, develop
a strategy and instruct negotiators, Regarding: Potential Deed Restricted
Housing Sites, and
2) C RS 24-6-402-(4)(e), develop strategy and instruct negotiators,
Regarding: contract with Highline Sports and Entertainment for production
of Spring Back to Vail.
60 min.
Presenter(s): Matt Mire, Town Attorney
6.Recess
6.1.Recess 5:00 pm estimate
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VA I L TO W N C O UNC I L A G E ND A ME MO
I T E M /T O P I C: Discussion about Vail Tax Rates and Comparisons to P eer Communities
P RE S E NT E R(S ): K athleen Halloran, F inance Director
AC T IO N RE Q UE S T E D O F C O UNC I L: Provide feedback to staff regarding next steps.
B AC K G RO UND: At Council's request, staff is bringing back detailed information regarding Vail
tax rates compared to other peer communities for a discussion in preparation for a potential ballot
question to Vail voters this November. Housing and Special E vents as well as arts and cultural
programming have been identified as top priorities of the community and Town Council. W ith
significant momentum behind these efforts, Town Council will consider pursuing permanent,
predictable and reliable funding sources.
S TAF F RE C O M M E ND AT IO N: Staff recommends pursuing a ballot initiative campaign
establishing a permanent source of funding for both housing and special events/arts & cultural
programming, with suggested next steps outlined in the attached memo.
AT TAC H ME N TS:
Description
tax discussion
tax comparison
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Memorandum
TO: Town Council
FROM: Finance Department
DATE: February 18, 2020
SUBJECT: Tax Information
I. SUMMARY
Town Council requested a discussion of tax revenue generation as an outcome of the
January Council retreat in preparation for a potential ballot question to Vail voters this
November.
II. BACKGROUND
Housing and Special Events as well as Arts & Culture programming have been listed as top
priorities of the community, as voiced through community surveys, citizen participation in
master planning projects and council meetings. Town Council has endorsed these programs
with additional funding in the town’s budget process and approval of initiatives. With
significant momentum behind these two efforts, Town Council will consider asking the voters
to continue their support by establishing permanent, predictable and reliable funding sources.
III. DISCUSSION
HOUSING Funding Need: $6.5M / Year
To achieve the adopted Vail Housing Strategic Plan goal of acquiring 1,000 additional deed
restrictions by 2027, the town will need to invest approximately $6.5 million per year
(calculated at 100 units per year at a price of $65,000 per deed restriction). Currently the
town has funded both the Vail InDEED deed restriction purchase program as well as
partnerships with private developers on housing projects through the Capital Projects Fund,
with $10.6M invested in 2019. The current five-year capital plan, which includes $2.5M per
year for housing programs, reflects projected fund balances in the Capital Projects Fund of
$1.0M in 2021, $5.3M in 2022 and $3.2M in 2023. Without a permanent source of funding for
investments in housing, the town will be faced with deferring large capital projects such as
the Public Works Shop redevelopment, infrastructure repairs, bus purchases, fire truck
replacements and frontage road improvements.
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Peer resort communities have been successful in establishing permanent funding sources
through taxes which has given them a competitive advantage in creating deed-restricted
housing. Communities with permanent funding sources for housing include Aspen, Pitkin
County, Summit County, and Telluride. Aspen’s Town Council appropriates up to 45% of the
city’s sales tax ($1.6M in 2019) plus a 1% RETT ($8.0M in 2019) which is restricted for
housing programs; Pitkin County contributes approximately $400,000 per year toward the
Aspen Pitkin County Housing Authority (APCHA) and also charges housing mitigation fees to
developers that go to Pitkin County’s Housing Impact Fund ($231,000 in 2019). Summit
County charges 0.725% in sales and use tax for their Affordable Housing Fund which
generates approximately $2.1M per year. Telluride directs 0.5% of their 4.5% sales and use
tax revenues to housing ($833,000 in 2019) plus 2 mils of property tax ($560,000 in 2019) to
an affordable housing fund. Breckenridge’s Housing Fund receives a portion of sales tax
proceeds ($3.5M in 2019).
If the Town of Vail passed a 1.0 mil in property tax (for total mil levy of 5.69), it would
generate an additional $1.2M per year. The impact of this to a homeowner ($500,000 home
value) would be $36.00 per year; the impact to a commercial property owner ($500,000
value) would be $145.00 per year.
If the Town of Vail passed an increase in sales tax, it could generate $3.6M for a 0.5% tax
rate increase (to 4.5% sales tax), or $7.2M for a 1.0% tax rate increase (to 5.0% sales tax). A
1.0% tax rate increase would bring consumer’s total tax rate to 9.4%, still less than the
average of tax rates for our peer communities.
To mitigate the impact of rental by owner units on long term rental housing stock,
communities have passed new sales taxes on short term rentals. Telluride passed a 2.5%
excise tax on short term rentals (starting January 2020) to fund affordable housing programs.
The tax exempts commercial properties such as hotels with the idea that with the commercial
property tax rate they are already paying their fair share. The total tax rate paid by
consumers in Telluride for lodging totals 15.15% compared to 9.8% in Vail. Crested Butte
passed a 5% excise tax on all short-term rentals, including hotels, for a total tax rate of 18.4%
on lodging stays. The proceeds of approximately $255,000 per year from the 5% excise tax
also go toward funding affordable housing programs.
If the Town of Vail passed a 5% excise tax on rentals by owner (not including commercial
hotels), it would generate approximately $2.4M per year.
Per TABOR (Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights), Real Estate Transfer Tax is not an option for a tax
increase. TABOR made any real estate transfer tax or sales tax on real estate illegal,
however previously established RETT was allowed to remain. Vail’s 1% transfer tax ($7.2M
in 2019) is restricted (by ordinance) for parks and recreation, the acquisition of open space,
environmental sustainability, forest health and art in public places programming.
Funds generated from any new source (or combination of sources) would be restricted to
investments in housing such as the Vail InDEED deed restriction purchase program,
public/private partnerships for the construction of deed restricted homes and purchase of
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existing housing stock. A permanent source of funding will prevent the delay of other town
capital projects and ensure that investments in housing continue as a sustainable economic
driver and community builder. Any increase in tax rates requires voter approval.
SPECIAL EVENTS / ARTS & CULTURE PROGRAMMING Funding Need: $3.5M / Year
As a significant driver of our local economy and vitality, Special Events and Arts & Cultural
programming represents 8% ($3.2 million) of General Fund spending in addition to the $300K
annually funded from business license fees and $3.5 million in summer marketing by the Vail
Local Marketing District (from a 1.4% lodging tax). The use of General Funds encumbers
spending on traditional municipal services such as transit systems, police, fire, public works
and administration. An additional funding source would benefit the sustainability of both
special events and municipal services. Vail’s total tax rate on lodging is currently 9.8%, made
up of state and county taxes, 4% Vail sales tax and 1.4% lodging tax.
In comparison with other peer resort communities, Vail is on the low end of lodging tax.
Aspen charges a 2% lodging tax with 75% funding summer marketing and 25% for transit.
Breckenridge has a 3.4% lodging tax rate (a total of $6.3M in 2019), which funds Marketing
($4.9M) and the remainder for other general uses. Avon’s 4.0% lodging tax ($1.3M in 2018)
goes toward their Capital Projects Fund. Snowmass Village funds $5.8M in marketing and
special events with a 2.5% sales tax; an additional 2.4% in lodging tax ($2.3M in 2019) funds
group sales efforts. Breckenridge Creative Arts is funded through an allocation ($3.8M in
2019) of various tax sources (not a set percentage).
If the Town of Vail passed an increase in lodging tax, it could generate $3.5M for a doubling
of the 1.4% tax (for total lodging tax of 2.8%). This would bring the consumer’s total tax rate
to 11.2% for lodging, still less than the majority of peer communities.
Funds generated from any new source would be restricted to investments in Special Events
and Arts & Cultural programming that currently are funded from the General Fund ($3.5M per
year). A permanent source of funding will allow the town to separate traditional municipal
services from the support of special events, arts and culture. Town Council will have more
flexibility in their ability to fund new or different service levels in areas such as parking and
transportation, public safety, community development, streets and facilities operations. Any
increase in tax rates requires voter approval.
_________________________________________________________________________
For more information on taxes charged by Vail as compared to peer resort communities,
please refer to Attachment A. It demonstrates that Vail could increase sales, lodging
and/or RETT taxes and remain one of the lowest among our peers.
Staff recommends pursuing a ballot initiative campaign establishing a permanent source of
funding for both housing and special events / arts & cultural programming. It may be
appropriate to consider funding these priority initiatives by earmarking a combination of
property tax and sales/lodging taxes as the permanent funding sources; this approach takes
into consideration that residents, businesses and visitors alike will contribute to these
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programs. A successful campaign to expanding the revenue collections would generate
approximately $6.5M per year restricted to the investment in housing and approximately
$3.5M per year restricted to investment in special events, arts and cultural programming. To
effectively solve some of the housing challenges and support a vibrant community with
events and cultural programs to ensure Vail’s continued success, the town will need to
expand its revenue base. Staff recommends the town invest in its economic sustainability
now by taking the next steps outlined below. This approach will allow the town to determine
whether it would be viable to participate in the November election by proposing some
revenue ballot measures to the Vail voters.
Recommended next steps:
Participate in February 24th meeting with Eagle County and special taxing districts
regarding the region’s plans for tax proposals going to the voters this November.
Poll Vail voters to obtain feedback about such funding initiatives.
Identify what kind of permanent funding source will be pursued.
Identify a detailed list of specific projects, programs, events, etc. to be funded if a tax
increase were to be supported by Vail voters.
Formal action for approval of ballot question/s by Town Council required by August 18,
2020.
IV. ACTION REQUESTED FROM COUNCIL
Please provide feedback to staff regarding any additional information, support of certain
funding sources, and input regarding suggested next steps.
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Colorado Community Tax Rate Comparisonas of January 1, 2020Sales & Lodging TaxesVail Aspen Breckenridge Beaver Creek Avon Telluride Crested Butte Estes Park Snowmass Village Winter Park SteamboatLocal Sales Tax 4.00% 2.40% 2.50% 5.35% 4.00% 4.50% 4.50% 5.00% 3.50% 4.00% 4.50%County Sales Tax 1.00% 3.60% 2.00% 1.50% 1.50% 1.00% 1.00% 0.65% 3.60% 1.30% 1.00%State Sales Tax 2.90% 2.90% 2.90% 2.90% 2.90% 2.90% 2.90% 2.90% 2.90% 2.90% 2.90%Regional Transit (County tax) 0.50% 0.40% 0.75% 1.00% 0.40% 2.00%Local Mktg District4.00%Other Tax (if applicable) 0.725% 0.25% 1.00%Total Gen. Sales Tax 8.400% 9.300% 8.875% 9.750% 8.400% 8.650% 13.400% 8.550% 10.400% 11.200% 8.400%Lodging Tax 1.40% 2.00% 3.40% 0.96% 4.00% 2.00% 2.00% 2.40% 1.00% 1.00%Short Term Rental Tax2.50% 5.00%County Lodging Tax2.00%LMD Tax2.00%Total Tax 9.800% 11.300% 12.275% 10.710% 12.400% 15.150% 18.400% 10.550% 12.800% 12.200% 11.400%Other Tax (if applicable)5% Activity AssessmentLodging Tax funds summer marketing45% of sales tax goes toward housing programs; 75% of lodging tax funds summer marketing, 25% for local transitSummit County's 0.725% is a sales & use tax for Affordable Housing; 3.4% lodging tax funds marketing5.35% General Assessment, .96% Lodging Assessment and 5% Recreation Assessment on lessons & rentals-NOT A TAX County tax includes a .5% Mass Transit Tax0.5% of the 4.5% sales tax goes to Housing; 0.25% other tax is regional transit authority; 2.5% STR tax (excl. hotels) goes toward Affordable Housing fund5% other is Town excise tax on all STRs (incl. hotels) for Affordable housing; 4% LMD is spent on year round marketingLodging 2% tax for marketing. Local sales tax= 2.5% Mrktg & Special Evnts+ 1% General Fund. 2.4% lodging tax funds Group Sales. 1% other Supplemental Tax on non-lodging2% LMD funds air program. February 18, 2020 - Page 9 of 146
Colorado Community Tax Rate Comparisonas of January 1, 2020Real Estate Transfer TaxVail Aspen Breckenridge Beaver Creek Avon Telluride Crested Butte Estes Park Snowmass Village Winter Park Steamboat1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 2% 3% 3%0.5%Funds restricted to acquisition of open space; environmental sustainability; forest health, art in public places and parks & recreationAspen exempts the first $100K; .1% goes to Housing; .05% goes to Wheeler Opera HouseCapital Projects FundAvon exempts first $160K; Used for Captital Projects Fund, debt service and 10% to GF20% dedicated to open space fund; otherwise to Capital Projects Fund or any other fund by ordinance of Council50% to preservation of open space outside town limits; 50% to GF*Council considering raising exemptionProperty TaxVail Aspen Breckenridge Beaver Creek Avon Telluride Crested Butte Estes Park Snowmass Village Winter Park Steamboat2018 Mill Levy4.69 5.298 5.07 24.874 8.956 7.157 10.668 1.82 8.494 3.438 02018 Property Tax collections $5.6M$5.3M$2.9M $8.6M $2.1M $2.0M $1.0M $400K $4.13M $500K0February 18, 2020 - Page 10 of 146
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I T E M /T O P I C: Community S urvey Discussion
P RE S E NT E R(S ): S uzanne Silverthorn, Communication Director and Chris Cares, R R C
A ssociates
AC T IO N RE Q UE S T E D O F C O UNC I L: Staff is seeking direction on next steps related to the
status of the community survey, including schedule, topics and methodology.
B AC K G RO UND: The Town of Vail community survey has been used to probe public policy
issues and solicit feedback on a variety of topics of community interest. I t has also been used to
measure the town's operational performance as compared with previous years. T he most recent
surveys were conducted in 2016 and 2018. A 2020 survey has been budgeted to coincide with the
new Town Council term and to benchmark municipal service levels.
AT TAC H ME N TS:
Description
Memo Community Survey 021820
Survey Postcard
2018 Community Survey
TO V Survey 2020 Rough D R AFT for Council Discussion
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To: Vail Town Council
From: Town of Vail Staff
Date: February 18, 2020
Subject: Discussion of 2020 Community Survey
I. SUMMARY
The 2020 Community Survey will be reviewed with Town Council in an effort to receive
feedback for the final survey. A draft document is currently receiving internal staff review with
the consultant and the final survey will be made available next Tuesday. There will be a
number of revisions to the survey presented. A copy of the 2018 community survey with a
summary of results on selected questions, as well as a postcard invitation sample, are included
as attachments for reference. The draft will reflect some preliminary input from town staff that
resulted in suggestions to delete some questions and to potentially rework others.
II. BACKGROUND
The Town of Vail community survey has been used to probe public policy issues and solicit
feedback on a variety of topics of community interest. It has also been used to measure the
town's operational performance as compared with previous years. The most recent surveys
were conducted in 2016 and 2018. A 2020 survey has been budgeted to coincide with the new
Town Council term and to benchmark municipal service levels. The purpose of this work
session is to receive direction from the Town Council related to the survey details, including a
schedule, methodology and focus areas. Chris Cares of RRC Associates, the town’s research
contractor, will facilitate the discussion.
III. SURVEY OBJECTIVES
The purpose of the Town of Vail community survey is to:
Measure how the Town is performing, by types of services and departments.
Identify current needs and priorities with emphasis on policy questions identified by
Town Council.
Identify future needs and goals of the community.
Solicit open-ended comments that provide an opportunity to hear verbatim suggestions
and input.
Provide some background on Town initiatives that might be of interest to citizens (i.e.
two-way communications on topics such as Council’s long-term goals).
Maintain some consistent questions and formats over time so that results may be
tracked over time.
Provide an opportunity for citizens to sign up to receive additional Town information
through e-services.
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IV. 2020 SURVEY DEVELOPMENT
A copy of the 2018 community survey with a summary of results on selected questions, as well
as a postcard invitation sample, are included as an attachment for reference. The working draft
of the 2020 survey will be presented next week. This draft reflects some preliminary input from
town staff that resulted in suggestions to delete some questions and to potentially rework
others. The blue shaded questions represent examples of new or reworded questions
designed to probe topics that may be of interest to Council. Staff is also prepared to explore
other topics identified by Council on Feb. 18.
V. COMMUNITY SURVEY METHODOLOGY
The proposed methodology for the 2020 survey would use techniques like those used in the
past. The distribution of surveys would involve:
1. A “statistically valid” survey distributed using postcards requesting
participation by completing an on-line survey. The postcards will be mailed
to addresses obtained through a combination of a registered voters list and
a list purchased from a commercial vendor. This mailing would target known
residents of Vail, approximately 4,200 persons.
2. A random sampling of 2,000 part-time residents will be mailed invitations
using an initial postcard mailing inviting recipients to complete the survey
online. (Note, as in the past, two passwords per household would be
provided to encourage increased participation). This mailing would be
followed by a second postcard reminder to encourage further response. The
Town successfully used this two-card mailing technique, with password
protected survey invitations, in 2018 and 2016.
3. Additionally, an “Open” invitation to complete the survey online without a
password restriction will be widely advertised.
4. Finally, an email invitation would be sent to individuals that appear on the
Engage Vail mailing list. Names that opted in through Engage Vail will
receive a direct on-line invitation to participate in the “Open” version of the
survey. Steps 3 and 4 will encourage participation from individuals that may
have missed the initial invitations, or those that live elsewhere (i.e. Down
Valley) but are interested in Vail.
Paper copies of the survey would be made available upon request as an alternative to the on-
line surveys; this would be described on the postcard invitation. Additionally, the survey would
be available for distribution in Town of Vail buildings as a mail-back option. The proposed
methods will permit comparability to past research and represent an inclusive outreach to
citizens with several different types of invitations to participate.
To further encourage participation, staff recommends using the incentive program implemented
at Council’s suggestion in 2018; a weekly drawing is proposed for one of 10 $100 Visa gift
cards. The total survey responses in 2018 were up approximately 16% in 2018 compared to
2016. These improved participation levels were in-part attributed to the Visa Card incentives.
For reference, in 2018 the Invite Survey received 562 responses and the Open version drew
509 completed surveys, for a total of 1,071 surveys returned. The goal is to obtain similar or
better response rates in 2020.
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VI. TIMELINE
A proposed schedule for the 2020 survey project is as follows:
Feb. 18 Afternoon Session Review of draft survey and discussion of community issues/topics
by Town Council
March 3 Afternoon Session Survey review and refinement by Town Council, if needed
March 4-9 Finalization of survey
Week of March 9 Mailing postcards to Vail households to invite participation
(includes a sampling of second homeowners and business
representatives). Reminder postcards to be sent approximately
March 23.
March 26 Promotion of survey to enlist participation by all interested parties
using open link address
March 26 - April 20 Distribution of paper copies in municipal facilities for mail-back
April 20 Last day for survey participation
June Presentation of report
VII. ACTION REQUESTED OF TOWN COUNCIL
Staff is seeking direction from the Town Council on next steps related to the status of the
community survey, including schedule, topics and methodology.
VIII. ATTACHMENTS
2020 Draft Survey – Color Coded to assist in reviewing suggested changes
2018 Survey Results Summarized in graphic format
Invitation Postcard sent in 2018
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ONLINE
COMMUNITY SURVEY
NOW AVAILABLE
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Passcodes
Complete our Community Survey and let us know how
we’re doing at: tovsurvey.org
• Evaluate your satisfaction with transit, parking, snowplowing
and other town services
• Share your thoughts and ideas about the most important
issues facing Vail
c/o RRC Associates
P.O. Box 17880
Boulder, CO 80308
HOW ARE WE DOING?
$100By taking the survey, you’ll have a chance
to win a drawing for one of ten $100 Visa
Gift Cards. The first 100 completed surveys
will comprise the first pool of entrants, so
complete your survey and enter soon!
Please respond within 10 days to be sure your opinions are
heard. You can also request a paper version of the survey
by calling 970.479.2115.
Passcode: XXXXX
Passcode: XXXXX
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1) Is your residence (either year-round or
seasonal) within the town of Vail?
Yes
No
1.1) If yes, where?
East Vail
West Vail (north of I 70)
Potato Patch, Sandstone
Intermountain
Vail Village
Buffehr Creek, Lionsridge, the Valley
Matterhorn, Glen Lyon
Booth Falls and Bald Mountain Road areas
Lionshead
Vail Commons/Safeway area
Golf Course
Booth Creek/Aspen Lane
Not a resident of the town of Vail
Other
2) Which of the following best describes you?
Year-round resident (11+ months/year)
Part-time resident
Non-resident owner of business/commercial property
Employed in the town of Vail but don't live there
Get mail in the town but don't live or work there
4) Would you say that things in the Town of Vail
are going in the right direction, or have they
gotten off on the wrong track?
Right direction
Wrong track
Dont know
11%
89%
3%
0%
0%
2%
3%
3%
5%
5%
7%
8%
9%
14%
15%
26%
2%
4%
3%
35%
56%
16%
24%
61%
.
Rating Category Avg
Approachability of staff and Town Council
members 4.2
Offering public engagement opportunities 4.1
Providing information to citizens 4.1
Being collaborative in decision-making
process 3.6
48%33%14%
42%36%15%
41%37%13%6%
26%35%22%10%8%
5) Using the 1 to 5 scale below, how satisfied are you with the Town of Vail local government in terms of providing information to
citizens about what local government is doing, including offering ample public engagement opportunities, approachability, and being
collaborative in the decision-making process?
1 - Not at all satisfied 2 3 4 5 - Very satisfied
Source: RRC Associates 2018
2018 Town of Vail Community Survey
Verbatim Survey Questions with Summary of Responses by
Question
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First, a few questions about you and the general state of Vail..COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
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Rating Category Avg
Cleanliness of pedestrian
villages 4.7
Overall park maintenance 4.6
Friendliness and courteous
attitude of Public Works
employees
4.6
Snow removal on roads 4.6
Cleanliness of public restrooms 4.5
Road and street maintenance by
the Town of Vail (potholes,
sweeping, drainage)
4.4
76%21%
69%28%
66%28%5%
68%24%5%
61%32%6%
54%35%9%
6) Rate your satisfaction with Public Works services in the Town of Vail.
1 - Not at all satisfied 2 3 4 5 - Very satisfied
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Town Services COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
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Rating Category Avg
Courtesy and helpfulness of fire
department staff 4.7
Response times to emergency
incidents 4.6
Wildfire mitigation efforts 4.4
Fire safety, awareness and
education programs 4.4
Timely plan-check and fire
system inspections 4.3
76%18%
72%21%5%
57%32%9%
54%33%12%
56%31%7%
7) Please rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of Fire Services in the Town of Vail.
1 - Not at all satisfied 2 3 4 5 - Very satisfied
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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Rating Category Avg
Overall feeling of safety and
security 4.6
Friendliness and
approachability of Vail Police
Department employees
4.5
Overall quality of service 4.4
Confidence in the Police
Department 4.4
Appropriate presence of police
on foot/vehicle patrol 4.3
Visibility of police foot/vehicle
patrol 4.3
66%26%5%
64%25%8%
59%30%8%
60%27%8%
51%33%12%
51%32%12%
8) Please rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of Police Services in the Town of Vail.
1 - Not at all satisfied 2 3 4 5 - Very satisfied
Source: RRC Associates 2018
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9) Do you know that the Town now offers an
online portal that provides information on
reviews in progress, property research,
building permits, and on-line planning
applications?
Yes
No
Uncertain
9.a) If Yes, are you aware that this portal
provides the ability to notify the Town of a
code violation?
Yes
No
Uncertain
10) Have you used the services of the
Community Development Department within
the past 12 months?
Yes
No
8%
55%
37%
5%
63%
32%
79%
21%
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Rating Category Avg
Courtesy and attitude/helpfulness 4.4
Knowledge/ability to answer questions 4.4
Timeliness of response (to telephone calls,
inspections, questions/inquiries, plan review)4.2
Availability of information (public records)4.2
Building permit review and inspections 4.1
63%25%6%
63%23%6%6%
52%31%10%
50%30%10%6%
48%31%10%7%
11) Please rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of the Community Development Department.
1 - Not at all satisfied 2 3 4 5 - Very satisfied
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12) Are you aware that the Town offers
residents/employees a variety of parking
passes and discount parking programs?
Yes
No
Uncertain
13) Do you own a parking pass or value
card this season?
Yes
No
13.1) What type of pass or value card do
you own?
Value card
Blue pass
Gold pass
Pink pass
3%
17%
79%
66%
34%
13%
13%
13%
60%
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Rating Category Avg
Booth attendant courtesy 4.4
Ease of parking in summer 4.3
Parking structure cleanliness 4.0
Overflow Frontage Road parking
(convenience/ease of access)3.4
Ease of parking in winter 3.4
Overflow Vail Frontage Road parking (safety)3.3
Overall parking fees/pricing structure 3.0
59%28%11%
54%28%12%
36%38%19%5%
25%27%24%11%13%
20%32%26%12%11%
22%25%25%14%14%
17%23%22%21%17%
14) Please rate your satisfaction with public parking services in Vail.
1 - Not at all satisfied 2 3 4 5 - Very satisfied
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Parking COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
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Dependability of bus service 4.7
Cleanliness of buses 4.6
Atmosphere/sense of safety on buses 4.6
Bus driver courtesy 4.5
Frequency of in-town shuttle (Lionshead to
Golden Peak)4.5
Frequency of outlying service - Vail
neighborhoods 4.3
Level of crowding on buses 4.0
71%26%
65%28%6%
66%26%7%
66%24%8%
64%27%8%
53%29%14%
36%38%17%6%
15) Please rate your satisfaction with bus service.
1 - Not at all satisfied 2 3 4 5 - Very satisfied
16) Would you use the TOV buses more if
frequency of service was increased?
Yes
No
Uncertain
17) Do you use ECO Transit?
Yes
No
26%
31%
43%
83%
17%
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Bus Services COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
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18) In general, how would you describe the
experience that events in Vail create for you and
your guests?
4.2 50%31%13%
1 - Very negative 2 3 - Neutral 4 5 - Very positive
19) With respect to the
number of events in Vail,
are there:
Too few events
About the right number
Too many events
20) How effectively do
you feel our mix of
events is appealing to
the right audiences for
Vail?
1 - Not at all Effective
2
3
4
5 - Very Effective
13%
79%
8%
28%
43%
21%
5%
3%
The overall quality of events in Vail 4.2
Overall quality of cultural, community, recreational,
performing arts, and business conference venue op..4.2
44%40%13%
46%37%14%
21) Please rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of town-wide events.
0%10%20%30%40%50%
Percent Responding
22) The Town of Vail invests
in various events in Vail. In
general, what is your opinion
of this economic
development strategy?
I strongly support the Town's
financial investment in events
I am somewhat in favor
I am neutral
I somewhat oppose
I strongly oppose 2%
6%
19%
28%
46%
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24) Please
respond to the
following
questions using
“Yes” or “No.”
Do you access the
library remotely as well
as in person?
Yes
No
Do you have a library
card in the Town of
Vail?
Yes
No
Have you used the
library's website or
e-newsletter?
Yes
No
65%
35%
37%
63%
66%
34%
25) How
frequently
do you use
the library?
0
1
2
3
4
5
6+7%
4%
8%
7%
13%
31%
30%
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Rating Category Avg
Please rate your overall satisfaction with
the Vail Public Library 4.7 73%24%
27) Please rate your overall satisfaction with the Vail Public Library
1 - Not at all satisfied 2 3 4 5 - Very satisfied
Source: RRC Associates 2018
Library Services COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
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Rating Category Avg
Actions to protect and enhance Gore Creek 4.5
Environmental sustainability efforts (including waste and
recycling, wildlife habitat, climate change, and energy
efficiency)
4.3
Public safety (police and fire services)4.3
Transportation needs (Town of Vail)4.2
Defining comprehensive parking management policies to
address parking for residents and visitors at peak times 4.1
Guest relations and customer service 4.0
Housing for middle income and service worker households
in vital support roles 3.9
Transportation needs (ECO Transit)3.7
Climate action and leadership on matters of policy 3.7
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoing
support for events and programs to serve visitors and the
Vail community
3.5
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoing
financial support for deed-restricted housing 3.4
64%25%9%
60%21%11%
51%29%16%
47%33%17%
45%34%15%
38%32%23%
43%27%17%7%7%
28%32%28%7%
36%26%23%7%9%
21%32%30%9%8%
25%25%28%13%9%
28) For each area listed below, indicate the level of priority you believe is appropriate
1 - Not a priority 2 3 - Neutral 4 5 - High priority
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Community Issues and Opportunities COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
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28.1) What two
areas are your
highest
priorities?
Housing for middle income and service
worker households in vital support roles
Environmental sustainability
Defining comprehensive parking
management policies to address parking for
residents and visitors at peak times
Actions to protect and enhance Gore Creek
Public safety (police and fire services)
Transportation needs (Town of Vail)
Guest relations and customer service
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to
provide ongoing financial support for
deed-restricted housing
Pursuing a dedicated funding source to
provide ongoing support for events and
programs
Climate action and leadership on matters of
policy
Transportation needs (ECO Transit)3%
1%
5%
5%
7%
8%
7%
9%
12%
15%
9%
18%
2%
3%
4%
4%
6%
8%
12%
12%
26%
22%40%
35%
28%
24%
18%
13%
12%
11%
8%
7%
4%
0%10%20%30%40%50%
Percent Responding
29) What is your priority on
undertaking a community
visioning plan to better
determine Vail's future?
1 - Not a Priority
2
3 - Neutral
4
5 - High Priority 43%
40%
13%
1%
3%
Source: RRC Associates 2018
Community Issues and Opportunities COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
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Average
$0 $5 $10 $15 $20 $25 $30
Average Spend
Environmental sustainability efforts (including waste and
recycling, wildlife habitat, climate change, Gore Creek
restoration and energy efficiency)
Expanded housing opportunities for a wide range of household
incomes and a variety of resort community occupations
Transportation improvements to address needs through bus
service - in Vail
Planning and development of a Civic Center (enhanced
community spaces including the Dobson Arena/Library/Lionshead
Parking Structure, Town Hall)
Creation of an indoor events and programs space to support a
variety of cultural and community activities
Transportation improvements to address Eagle County needs
Other suggestions
$25.63
$23.61
$13.64
$10.69
$10.53
$10.00
$5.90
30) With $5 increments being the smallest amount you might use, if you had $100 to spend on major efforts, how
would you allocate that $100 across the following categories? Or, if you would not allocate funds to any of these
categories, please indicate by checking the box provided below.
Source: RRC Associates 2018
Financial Prioritizing COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
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Rating Category Avg
Identify and financially support
opportunities for regional
partnerships to construct new
deed-restricted housing outside
town boundaries
3.1
Allow developers to meet their
deed-restricted housing
requirement outside town
boundaries
2.9
Allow increases in residential
density in appropriate locations
or circumstances
2.7
Apply deed-restricted housing
requirements to all new or
expanded residential
development
2.7
46%30%14%9%
40%30%10%19%
34%26%16%23%
35%24%15%26%
31) There has been discussion about various techniques to expand deed-restricted opportunities in the area. Please indicate your
opinion using the scale of 1 to 4 below.
1 - Not at all Supportive 2 3 4 - Very Supportive
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Deed-Restricted (Work Force) Housing Opportunities COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
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1 - Not at all Supportive 2 3 4 - Very Supportive
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Rating Category Avg
Recycling and waste reduction 4.3
Wildlife habitat areas (for food, shelter,
movement)4.3
Renewable energy projects in town (solar
PV on buildings)4.0
Climate change action and advocacy 3.5
64%19%9%5%
56%25%11%5%
46%27%15%8%
35%23%16%12%14%
34) Please rank the importance of the following environmental sustainability program focus areas for the Town of Vail. (Survey
version A only)
1 - Not at all important 2 3 4 5 - Very important
Rating Category Avg
A watershed protection ordinance that
would restrict pesticide use 3.6
An increase to stream setback rules which
would prohibit built improvements such
as decks, patios, etc. within a prescribed
distance from the creek
3.4
A 'no-mowing' zone (to restrict lawn
mowing next to waterways)3.3
74%19%5%
61%25%7%8%
55%30%8%7%
35) Now in its second year of implementation, the Gore Creek Strategic Plan identified improved regulations as strategic actions to
improve water quality. Using the scale below, indicate your opinion. (Survey version A only)
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HOA handles landscaping/HOA rules 3.3
Lack of knowledge of eco-friendly
practices 3.0
Lack of effective alternatives to
pesticides/herbicides 2.8
Costs are prohibitive 2.7
Lack of eco-friendly landscapers 2.7
I prefer a green turf lawn, space to
play, socialize, etc.2.7
Native plants and vegetation are not
visually appealing they attract
nuisance animals, and/or obscure vi..
2.0
29%18%20%15%17%
17%21%23%21%18%
14%22%23%13%27%
14%13%30%19%25%
16%31%21%23%9%
11%17%25%21%26%
17%20%51%4%8%
36) Please identify the barriers that exist toward your personal use of environmentally friendly landscaping practices on your
property. Rate the following on a scale of 1 to 5 where 1 is “strongly disagree” and 5 is “strongly agree” that these are barriers.
(Survey version B only)
1 - Not at all important 2 3 4 5 - Very important
Rating Category Avg
Design standards that facilitate the
creation of defensible space (such as
using deciduous trees rather than co..
3.4
Evaluation of the defensible space
around each home by trained
personnel
3.3
Creation of defensible space on
individual properties (where
vegetation is reduced or modified to..
3.3
62%25%7%6%
58%24%10%8%
57%27%8%8%
37) Wildfire poses a risk to our homes, environment, economy, recreation and safety. Effective wildfire mitigation requires a
multi-faceted approach. Please indicate your opinion using the scale of 1 to 4 below. (Survey version A only)
1 - Not at all Supportive 2 3 4 - Very supportive
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38) How prepared would you say you and
your household are in the event of a
catastrophic emergency event?
Extremely prepared
Somewhat prepared
Slightly prepared
Not at all prepared 9%
27%
55%
10%
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39) Should Town parking rates be based on
demand?
Yes
No
Uncertain
40) Would you be in favor of creating a bike
share program in the Vail area (i e ,
conventional and electric [power assisted]
bikes available for rent in selected
locations on local streets)? (Survey version
B only)
Yes
No
Uncertain
40.1) Would you use the bike share
program for renting conventional bikes?
(Survey version B only)
Yes
No
Uncertain
40.2) Would you use the bike share
program for renting electric bikes? (Survey
version B only)
Yes
No
Uncertain
41) Would you be in favor of creating a car
share program in the Vail area (i e , cars
available for rent on a short-term basis in
selected areas of town) for guests and
locals? (Survey version B only)
Yes
No
Uncertain
41.1) Would you use the car share
program? (Survey version B only)
Yes
No
Uncertain
20%
33%
47%
17%
29%
54%
13%
29%
59%
19%
26%
55%
25%
40%
35%
24%
45%
30%
.
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42) Do you own or rent your
residence?
Own
Rent
Other (specify)
43) How long have you lived within
the Town of Vail (or owned property
if a non-resident)?
Less than 1 year
1-5 years
6-15 years
More than 15 years
Not applicable
44) Are you aware that the Town
has recently adopted new
short-term rental regulations (i e ,
for home/condominium rentals of
less than 30 consecutive days)?
Yes
No
Uncertain
45) Over the past year have you
rented out your residence
short-term?
Yes
No
46) Did/do you rent it through:
A management company
Myself/online social sources as as VRBO, Airbnb, etc
Both a management company and rent it myself
Other
1%
13%
85%
5%
56%
21%
16%
2%
2%
11%
87%
85%
15%
3%
2%
35%
60%
47) How do you expect to be using
your Vail home five years from
now? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)
As a primary residence for my household, the owner
A vacation home for owner or guests of owner
I intend to use my home as my retirement residence
Don’t know/uncertain
Vacation rental to visitor/tourists
Rented long term to local resident
I intend to sell my home within the next five years but s..
I intend to sell my home in the next five years and
relocate outside the area
Other 1%
4%
5%
6%
9%
10%
17%
26%
54%
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Source: RRC Associates 2018
Ownership and Property Rental Information COMMUNITY SURVEY 2018
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48) When do you plan to retire?
Less than 1 year
In 1 year
In 2 to 3 years
In 4 to 6 years
In 7 to 10 years
In more than 10 years
49) Have you been affected by
short-term rentals in your
immediate area?
Yes
No
Uncertain
50) In your opinion, to what
extent is the loss of long-term
rental housing a problem in Vail
at this time?
Not a problem
A moderate problem
One of the more serious problems
A critical problem in the region
One of the region's lesser problems
51) Which of the following best
describes your employment
status?
Work 8 months or more a year in the local area
Not employed: retired
Currently employed outside of the local area
Work 7 or fewer months a year in the local area
Not employed: homemaker
Not employed: unemployed and/or looking for work
Other:
22%
12%
18%
17%
7%
25%
9%
57%
34%
12%
19%
30%
28%
11%
4%
1%
2%
4%
19%
25%
44%
0%20%40%60%80%100%
Percent Responding
52.1) What is the location of your
place of work in the Vail Valley?
(CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)
In the town of Vail
Edwards
Avon
Beaver Creek
Eagle Vail
Eagle
Gypsum
Minturn
Other:9%
6%
6%
6%
9%
12%
12%
15%
80%
.
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53) Do you own or operate a
business within the Town of Vail?
Yes
No
54) Are you a registered voter in
Vail?
Yes
No
57) In what year were you born?
(Please enter 4-digit year)
18 - 24
25 - 34
35 - 44
45 - 54
55 - 64
65 - 74
75 or older
87%
13%
42%
58%
10%
24%
25%
21%
11%
10%
0%
.
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COMMUNITY SURVEY 2020
First, a few questions about you and the general state of Vail…
1. Is your residence (either year-round or seasonal) within the town of Vail?
[ ] Yes [ ] No (GO TO Q. 2)
If yes, where?
[ ] East Vail
[ ] Booth Falls and Bald Mountain Road areas
[ ] Booth Creek/Aspen Lane
[ ] Golf Course
[ ] Vail Village
[ ] Lionshead
[ ] Potato Patch, Sandstone
[ ] Buffehr Creek, Lionsridge, the Valley
[ ] Vail Commons/Safeway area
[ ] West Vail (north of I-70)
[ ] Matterhorn, Glen Lyon
[ ] Intermountain
[ ] Not a resident of the town of Vail
[ ] Other______________________________
2. Which of the following best describes you?
[ ] Year-round resident (11+ months/year)
[ ] Part-time resident
[ ] Employed in the town of Vail but don’t live there
[ ] Get mail in the town but don’t live or work there
[ ] Non-resident owner of business/commercial property
3. What is the ZIP Code of your primary residence? _________________________________
4. Would you say that things in the town of Vail are going in the right direction, or have they gotten off on the wrong track?
[ ] Right direction
[ ] Wrong track
[ ] Don’t know
In a few words, why do you feel that way?____________________________________________________________________
(Please attach an additional sheet of paper with your comments if needed on any survey question.)
In November 2019 three members of the Vail Town Council were re-elected to Council, and a fourth member was newly-
elected. What are your hopes and expectations of the Town Council?
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
5. Using the 1 to 5 scale below, how satisfied are you with the Town of Vail local government in terms of providing
information to citizens about what local government is doing, including offering ample public engagement opportunities,
approachability, and being collaborative in the decision-making process?
NOT AT ALL VERY DON’T
SATISFIED SATISFIED KNOW
Providing information to citizens 1 2 3 4 5 x
Offering public engagement opportunities 1 2 3 4 5 x
Being collaborative in decision-making process 1 2 3 4 5 x
Approachability of staff and Town Council members 1 2 3 4 5 x
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Do you have any specific comments on your ratings?
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
TOWN SERVICES – The following questions ask you about your use of various services provided by the Town and your
satisfaction with these services.
The Public Works Department provides maintenance of public areas including parks, buildings, roads and village areas.
6. Rate your satisfaction with Public Works services in the Town of Vail.
NOT AT ALL VERY DON’T
SATISFIED SATISFIED KNOW
Snow removal on roads 1 2 3 4 5 x
Road and street maintenance by the Town of Vail
(potholes, sweeping, drainage, etc.) 1 2 3 4 5 x
Overall park maintenance 1 2 3 4 5 x
Appearance and condition of Town-owned buildings 1 2 3 4 5 x
Friendliness and courteous attitude of
Public Works employees 1 2 3 4 5 x
Cleanliness of pedestrian villages 1 2 3 4 5 x
Cleanliness of public restrooms 1 2 3 4 5 x
Appearance and condition of Town-owned buildings 1 2 3 4 5 x
Do you have any suggestions on how Public Works can improve its services?
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Public Safety
7. Please rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of Fire Services in the Town of Vail.
NOT AT ALL VERY DON’T
SATISFIED SATISFIED KNOW
Response times to emergency incidents 1 2 3 4 5 x
Wildfire mitigation efforts 1 2 3 4 5 x
Courtesy and helpfulness of fire department staff 1 2 3 4 5 x
Timely plan-check and fire system inspections 1 2 3 4 5 x
Fire safety, awareness and education programs 1 2 3 4 5 x
Are you aware that the Town has recently adopted new code amendments that require ignition-resistant building
materials and fire-resistant landscaping in Vail that apply to the construction of all new buildings and additions
greater than 500 square feet?
Yes
No
Do you have any suggestions on how the Fire Department can improve its services?
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
8. Please rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of Police Services in the Town of Vail.
NOT AT ALL VERY DON’T
SATISFIED SATISFIED KNOW
Overall feeling of safety and security 1 2 3 4 5 x
Appropriate presence of police on foot/vehicle patrol 1 2 3 4 5 x
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Friendliness and approachability of
Vail Police Department employees 1 2 3 4 5 x
Overall quality of service 1 2 3 4 5 x
Visibility of police foot/vehicle patrol 1 2 3 4 5 x
Confidence in the Police Department 1 2 3 4 5 x
Do you have any suggestions on how the Police Department can improve its services?
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Community Development Department provides planning, design review, environmental programs, and building inspection
services.
9. Do you know that the Town now offers an online portal that provides information on reviews in progress, property
research, building permits, and on-line planning applications?
[ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] Uncertain
9a. (If yes) Are you aware that this portal provides the ability to notify the Town of a code violation?
[ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] Uncertain
10. Have you used the services of the Community Development Department within the past 12 months?
[ ] Yes [ ] No (GO TO Q. 12)
11. Please rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of the Community Development Department.
NOT AT ALL VERY DON’T
SATISFIED SATISFIED KNOW
Availability of information (e.g., public records) 1 2 3 4 5 x
Timeliness of response (to telephone calls, inspections,
questions/inquiries, plan review, etc.) 1 2 3 4 5 x
Building permit review and inspections 1 2 3 4 5 x
Courtesy and attitude/helpfulness 1 2 3 4 5 x
Knowledge/ability to answer questions 1 2 3 4 5 x
Do you have any suggestions on how the Community Development Department can improve its services?
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Parking and Bus Service
12. Are you aware that the Town offers residents/employees a variety of parking passes and discount parking programs?
[ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] Uncertain
13. Do you own a parking pass or value card this season?
[ ] Yes: [ ] Gold pass
[ ] Blue pass
[ ] Green pass
[ ] Pink pass
[ ] Value card
[ ] No:
Why did you not buy a parking pass or value card?_____________________________________________________
14. Please rate your satisfaction with public parking services in Vail.
NOT AT ALL VERY DON’T
SATISFIED SATISFIED KNOW
Booth attendant courtesy 1 2 3 4 5 x
Parking structure cleanliness 1 2 3 4 5 x
Overflow Vail Frontage Road parking (safety) 1 2 3 4 5 x
Overflow Frontage Road parking (convenience/ease of access) 1 2 3 4 5 x
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Ease of parking in summer 1 2 3 4 5 x
Ease of parking in winter 1 2 3 4 5 x
Overall parking fees/pricing structure 1 2 3 4 5 x
Other than adjusting parking fees, what could the Town of Vail do to improve your satisfaction with parking in the town?
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15. Have you used the local transit (bus) services in the past six months:
Town of Vail buses [ ] Yes [ ] No
ECO Transit? [ ] Yes [ ] No
(IF NO HAVE NOT USED ECO TRANSIT) What are the primary reasons you do not use ECO? (Check all that apply)
I don’t need ECO transit
Schedule does not meet my needs (doesn’t go/return when I need to go)
Travel time is too long
Routes don’t go where I need to go
Usually I am combining multiple trips/rides(kids activities etc.)
Cost is too much for the limited usage
Takes too many transfers from Vail transit and ECO transit
Other: _________________________________________
(IF NO HAVE NOT USED ECO TRANSIT) If the services were improved would you use ECO Transit more frequently?
[ ] Yes [ ] No
Do you have any additional comments on how ECO Transit could better meet the needs of you and your household?
______________________________________________________________________________________
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16. Please rate your satisfaction with bus service.
NOT AT ALL VERY DON’T
SATISFIED SATISFIED KNOW
Frequency of in-town shuttle (Lionshead to Golden Peak) 1 2 3 4 5 x
Frequency of outlying service – Vail neighborhoods 1 2 3 4 5 x
Bus driver courtesy 1 2 3 4 5 x
Dependability of bus service 1 2 3 4 5 x
Cleanliness of buses 1 2 3 4 5 x
Level of crowding on buses 1 2 3 4 5 x
Atmosphere/sense of safety on buses 1 2 3 4 5 x
17. Would you use the TOV buses more if frequency of service was increased?
[ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] Uncertain
16a. (IF YES) On which routes would you like to see more frequent service? ___________________________________
16b. Do you have other suggestions on how bus service can be improved in the Vail area?
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Events
Vail has developed a wide variety of events and special programs in all seasons that have become part of our community
culture. Our events now include concerts, festivals, athletic events, arts and learning-based programs, and other activities.
18. In general, how would you describe the experience that events in Vail create for you and your guests? VERY VERY DON’T
NEGATIVE POSITIVE KNOW
1 2 3 4 5 x
19. With respect to the number of events in Vail, are there:
[ ] Too few events [ ] About the right number [ ] Too many events
19a. Is there a specific type of event or special program you would like to see added to Vail’s town-wide calendar?
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20. How effectively do you feel our mix of events is appealing to the right audiences for Vail?
NOT AT ALL VERY DON’T
EFFECTIVE EFFECTIVE KNOW
1 2 3 4 5 x
(If SUPPORT OR NEUTRAL) Do you think the Town should dedicate more funding to events during the visitation times of the year (spring
and fall)?
Yes
No
Uncertain
The Town’s Civic Area Master Plan has identified the potential of indoor facilities for events. Given that outdoor events are difficult to host
in Spring and Fall due to weather, should the Town invest in indoor event facilities?
Yes
No
Uncertain
Do you have any additional comments on your response to this question?
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
21. Please rate your satisfaction with the following aspects of town-wide events.
NOT AT ALL VERY DON’T
SATISFIED SATISFIED KNOW
The overall quality of events in Vail 1 2 3 4 5 x
Overall quality of cultural, community, recreational,
performing arts, business conference venue options in Vail 1 2 3 4 5 x
Is there anything else you want to say regarding your level of satisfaction with events?
__________________________________________________________________________________________
22. The Town of Vail invests in various events in Vail. In general, what is your opinion of this economic development
strategy?
[ ] I strongly support the Town’s financial investment in events
[ ] I am somewhat in favor
[ ] I am neutral
[ ] I somewhat oppose
[ ] I strongly oppose
Do you have any further comments on events or programs in Vail?_____________________________________________
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Guest Services
Have you heard about the town’s new Guest Experience training initiative called PrimaVail?
Yes
No
(IF YES) Do you believe PrimaVail is making a positive impact on the Guest Experience?
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
23. How effective is the Town and our partners in providing guest services?
NOT AT ALL VERY DON’T
EFFECTIVE EFFECTIVE KNOW
1 2 3 4 5 x
Do you have any specific suggestions on how guest services could be improved in the future?
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Library Services
Vail Public Library offers access to information resources of many types to serve the needs of Vail's guests, residents,
businesses and schools.
24. Please respond to the following questions using “Yes” or “No.”
YES NO
Do you have a library card in the Town of Vail? [ ] [ ]
Do you access the library remotely as well as in person? [ ] [ ]
Have you used the library’s website, e-newsletter or social media channels?? [ ] [ ]
25. How frequently do you use the library? _______ times per month
26. What do you like best about Vail Public Library?____________________________________________________________
What would you like to see us add/offer/change?____________________________________________________________
27. Please rate your overall satisfaction with Vail Public Library.
NOT AT ALL VERY DON’T
SATISFIED SATISFIED KNOW
1 2 3 4 5 x
How can the library improve its services?
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Town of Vail Communications
How do you receive information about the Town of Vail that may be of interest to you? (Check ALL THAT APPLY)
Information from the Town of Vail
Website (www.vailgov.com)
E-services (meeting announcements, agendas, news releases, newsletter, etc.)
Attend or watch meetings (live web streams, Channel 5)
Social media (Twitter, Facebook, etc.)
Information from other sources
Newspaper
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Radio
Television
Social media (Twitter, Facebook, etc.)
Other (please describe): _____________________________________________________
Do you have any specific comments on your ratings of information or the sources of information you find useful?
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
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COMMUNITY ISSUES AND OPPORTUNITIES
(Note to Town Council) – The editing below reflects changes that are being proposed in
a question that has been asked historically. It probes community priorities for various
actions and initiatives. Following this “messy” red-lined version of the question is an
example of the same question with changes accepted – see Question 29.
The following questions provide you with an opportunity to express your opinions concerning areas of public
policy that require tradeoffs and/or prioritization. Past surveys have identified the importance of various town
initiatives that have received significant attention in recent years. These includeThey include questions on areas
of emphasis that have been identified by Town Council for consideration in the coming months including
topicsefforts related to the Environment, Resident-Occupied, Deed-Restricted Housing, and Parking and Mobility
(Transit and Transportation). Note that the Council has a continuing commitment to careful budget management
(keeping Vail fiscally healthy), and economic vitality (investing in facilities, services and events to keep Vail
competitive). The following questions request that you provide specific input on a range of actions that could be
considered by the Town in the future.
28. We would like to The Vail Town Council and staff value community input to help understand your priorities. For each action
area listed below, indicate the level of priority you believe is appropriate. (Use a 1 to 5 scale where 1=Not a Priority,
3=Neutral, 5=High Priority.)
NOT A HIGH DON’T
PRIORITY NEUTRAL PRIORITY KNOW
1. Environmental sustainability efforts (including waste and
recycling, wildlife habitat, climate change,
and energy efficiency) 1 2 3 4 5 x
2. Actions to protect and enhance Gore Creek 1 2 3 4 5 x
2.3. Actions to protect wildlife habitat 1 2 3 4 5 x
3.4. Expand recycling and waste reduction efforts 1 2 3 4 5 x
4.5. Implement renewable energy projects in town 1 2 3 4 5 x
(e.g. solar (P.V.) on buildings
5. Climate action and leadership on matters of policy 1 2 3 4 5 x
6. Housing for resident=occupied, deed-restricted householdsmiddle income and service worker
households in vital support roles 1 2 3 4 5 x
7. Defining comprehensive parking management policies
to address parking for residents and visitors at peak times
(potentially through additional parking spaces and
pricing/management strategies) 1 2 3 4 5 x
8. Guest relations and customer service 1 2 3 4 5 x
9. Public safety (police and fire services) 1 2 3 4 5 x
10.8. Addressing regional tTransportation needs (ECO Transit) 1 2 3 4 5 x
11.9. Addressing transit needs in the Town of Vail (buses and other transportation services)Transportation needs (town
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of Vail) 1 2 3 4 5 x
12.10. Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoing
support for events and programs to serve visitors
and the Vail community 1 2 3 4 5 x
11. Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoing
financial support for resident-occupied, deed-restricted housing1 2 3 4 5 x
12. Local government funding for early childhood education 1 2 3 4 5 x
13. Providing an economic development focus(i.e a return on the 1 2 3 4 5 x
town’s investments) on the events that take place in Vail
14. Implementation of the Civic Area Master Plan for public 1 2 3 4 5 x
spaces (Town Hall, Library, Dobson, etc.) in the center of Vail
What two areas are your highest priorities? (Insert numbers from list above: #____________, #____________)
Any comments on your responses?______________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
The following questions provide you with an opportunity to express your opinions concerning areas of public
policy that require tradeoffs and/or prioritization. Past surveys have identified the importance of various town
initiatives that have received significant attention in recent years. These include efforts related to the
Environment, Resident-Occupied Deed-Restricted Housing, Parking and Mobility (Transit and Transportation).
Note that the Council has a continuing commitment to careful budget management (keeping Vail fiscally healthy),
and economic vitality (investing in facilities, services and events to keep Vail competitive). The following questions
request that you provide specific input on a range of actions that could be considered by the Town in the future.
29. We would like to understand your priorities. For each action listed below, indicate the level of priority you believe is
appropriate. (Use a 1 to 5 scale where 1=Not a Priority, 3=Neutral, 5=High Priority.)
NOT A HIGH DON’T
PRIORITY NEUTRAL PRIORITY KNOW
1. Actions to protect and enhance Gore Creek 1 2 3 4 5 x
2. Actions to protect wildlife habitat 1 2 3 4 5 x
3. Expand recycling and waste reduction efforts 1 2 3 4 5 x
4. Implement renewable energy projects in town (e.g. solar 1 2 3 4 5 x
(P.V.) on buildings
5. Housing for resident=occupied, deed-restricted households 1 2 3 4 5 x
6. Defining comprehensive parking management policies
(potentially through additional parking spaces and 1 2 3 4 5 x
pricing/management strategies)
7. Increasing Town of Vail transit frequency and connections 1 2 3 4 5 x
7.8. Increasing regional transit frequency and connections 1 2 3 4 5 x
8. Addressing transit needs in the Town of Vail 1 2 3 4 5 x
9. Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoing 1 2 3 4 5 x
support for events to serve visitors and the Vail community
10. Pursuing a dedicated funding source to provide ongoing 1 2 3 4 5 x
financial support for resident-occupied, deed-restricted housing1 2 3 4 5 x
11. Local government funding for early childhood education 1 2 3 4 5 x
12.9. Providing an economic development focus (i.e. a return on 1 2 3 4 5 x
the town’s investments) on the events that take place in Vail
13.10. Implementation of the Civic Area Master Plan for
public 1 2 3 4 5 x
spaces (Town Hall, Library, Dobson, etc.) in the center of Vail
What two areas are your highest priorities? (Insert numbers from list above: #____________, #____________)
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Any comments on your responses?______________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
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30. The history of Vail is deeply rooted in a vision for its future and successful master planning initiatives targeted toward
achieving the community’s vision. The Town is considering a master planning initiative similar to Vail Tomorrow that
helped to establish a direction for the community more than 20 years ago. How would you rate this as a Town priority?
NOT A HIGH DON’T
PRIORITY NEUTRAL PRIORITY KNOW
Undertaking a community visioning plan to better
determine Vail’s future 1 2 3 4 5 x
The Civic Area Plan is entering the first steps of the implementation phase this year. From your perspective and
knowledge of this adopted plan, what are the highest priorities?
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
The Town is in the process of planning for West Vail by creating a Master Plan. What specific ideas would you most like
to see addressed in that planning effort?
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
Do you have any specific comments on your response and any ideas for how we can encourage community involvement
if this effort moves forward?
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Financial Prioritizing Questions - TBD
Resident-Occupied, Deed-Restricted Housing Opportunities
The Vail community has consistently acknowledged the important role resident-occupied, deed-restricted homes play in maintaining
and sustaining community in Vail. The Vail Town Council and Vail Local Housing Authority have heard this message and efforts are
underway to address housing. However, more needs to be done.
As you may know, the Town of Vail/Vail Local Housing Authority’s mission is to preserve and protect existing and future hom es for
year-round Vail residents by acquiring deed restrictions. To achieve this goal, they apply an approach to identifying, acquiring and
building future homes. This is done by researching and exploring public-private partnerships, strategic initiatives, innovative
programs and collaboration within the community.
Do you think the Town of Vail and the Vail Local Housing Authority’s mission and goals to address housing for year-
round residents is headed in the right direction or do you feel they are off on the wrong track?
[ ] Headed the right direction
[ ] Off on the wrong track
[ ] Unsure/no opinion
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31. Please indicate your level of support for specific changes that might be used to increase opportunities for housing using the
scale of 1 to 4 below, where 1 is “not at all supportive” and 4 is “very supportive.” If you don’t know or have no opinion
check the space provided.
NOT AT ALL
SUPPORTIVE VERY
SUPPORTIVE
DON’T
KNOW
Allow developers to meet deed-restricted homes requirement
outside the town boundaries 1 2 3 4 x
Adopt requirements for all new or expanded residential
development to contribute toward the supply of deed-restricted
homes
1 2 3 4 x
Adopt requirements on short term rental units (STR) in Vail to
mitigate the loss of long-term rental home opportunities 1 2 3 4 x
Allow increases in density to facilitate the development of
accessory dwelling units (i.e. a small unit together with a larger
residence)
1 2 3 4 x
Do you have any suggestions or opinions (positive or negative) regarding how additional housing for residents could be
provided, that you would like to share with the Vail Town Council and the Vail Local Housing Authority?
___________________________________________________________________________________________
The Environment
Vail has successfully undergone an audit as part of its goal to become a globally-certified sustainable destination.
Sustainable destinations seek to leverage the positive benefits of tourism while ensuring the health and viability of the local
community.
31. Do you have any comments or suggestions concerning Vail’s efforts toward being a sustainable destination?
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
32. What does “being a sustainable destination” mean to you personally?
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
33. Please rank the importance of the following environmental sustainability program focus areas for the Town of Vail.
NOT AT ALL VERY DON’T
IMPORTANT IMPORTANT KNOW
Climate change action and policy advocacy 1 2 3 4 5 x
Recycling and waste reduction 1 2 3 4 5 x
Renewable energy projects in town (e.g., solar PV on buildings) 1 2 3 4 5 x
Wildlife habitat areas (for food, shelter, movement, etc.) 1 2 3 4 5 x
34. Now in its second year of implementation, the Gore Creek Strategic Plan identified improved regulations as strategic
actions to improve water quality. Using the scale below, indicate your opinion. NOT AT ALL VERY DON’T
SUPPORTIVE SUPPORTIVE KNOW
An increase to stream setback rules which would prohibit built
improvements such as decks, patios, etc. within a prescribed
distance from the creek 1 2 3 4 x
A watershed protection ordinance that would restrict
pesticide use 1 2 3 4 x
A “no-mowing” zone (to restrict lawn mowing next to waterways) 1 2 3 4 x
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35. The Town is currently working on improving and protecting Gore Creek water quality. Please identify the barriers that
exist toward your personal use of environmentally friendly landscaping practices on your property. Rate the following on a
scale of 1 to 5 where 1 is “strongly disagree” and 5 is “strongly agree” that these are barriers.
STRONGLY STRONGLY DON’T
DISAGREE AGREE KNOW
Lack of knowledge of eco-friendly practices 1 2 3 4 5 x
HOA handles landscaping/HOA rules 1 2 3 4 5 x
I prefer a green turf lawn, space to play, socialize, etc. 1 2 3 4 5 x
Lack of effective alternatives to pesticides/herbicides 1 2 3 4 5 x
Costs are prohibitive 1 2 3 4 5 x
Lack of eco-friendly landscapers 1 2 3 4 5 x
Native plants and vegetation are not visually appealing;
they attract nuisance animals, and/or obscure views 1 2 3 4 5 x
Other___________________________________________ 1 2 3 4 5 x
36. Wildfire poses a risk to our homes, environment, economy, recreation and safety. Effective wildfire mitigation requires a
multi-faceted approach. Please indicate your opinion using the scale of 1 to 4 below.
NOT AT ALL VERY DON’T
SUPPORTIVE SUPPORTIVE KNOW
Creation of defensible space on individual properties (where
vegetation is reduced or modified to create a buffer
around the home) 1 2 3 4 x
Evaluation of the defensible space around each home
by trained personnel 1 2 3 4 x
Design standards that facilitate the creation
of defensible space (such as using deciduous trees
rather than conifers) 1 2 3 4 x
Household Preparedness for an Emergency
During major emergencies, public safety is our first priority; in some situations the emergency may exceed the capacity of
local first responders. It is imperative that you are prepared to provide for your own safety. A critical component of this is
that you have registered with EC Alert so that you can receive timely notification of an impending threat or evacuation.
37. How prepared would you say you and your household are in the event of a catastrophic emergency event?
[ ] Extremely prepared
[ ] Somewhat prepared
[ ] Slightly prepared
[ ] Not at all prepared
Do you have any comments or unanswered questions related to Emergency Preparedness in Vail?
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Parking and Transportation
38. The Town is working on finding an appropriate balance between adequate vehicle parking and encouraging use of
public transit and other alternative transportation means. Should Town parking rates be based on demand (i.e., higher
rates at the busiest times and lower rates when there is little demand, similar to hotels and airlines)?
[ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] Uncertain
Do you have access to a vehicle that you keep at your residence?
Yes
No
Sometimes
Other
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To get around Vail and the region, what barriers/impediments keep you from using your car less, or would encourage you to
use the bus/carpool/walk/or bike?
Distance to bus stop, terrain traversed to bus stop/path
Need my car during the day
Flexibility
Place to store my recreation equipment
Doesn’t fit my schedule
Safe walking routes
Travel at night lack of lighting
Other: ----------------------------------
Do you have any suggestions on ways to encourage alternative transportation opportunities in Vail and throughout the
region?
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
39. Would you be in favor of creating a bike share program in the Vail area (i.e., conventional and electric [power assisted]
bikes available for rent in selected locations on local streets)?
[ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] Uncertain
40a. (If yes) Would you use the bike share program for renting conventional bikes?
[ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] Uncertain
40b. (If yes) Would you use the bike share program for renting electric bikes?
[ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] Uncertain
40. Would you be in favor of creating a car share program in the Vail area (i.e., cars available for rent on a short-term basis
in selected areas of town) for guests and locals?
[ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] Uncertain
41a. (If Yes) Would you use the car share program?
[ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] Uncertain
Do you have any suggestions on ways to encourage alternative transportation opportunities?
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Ownership and Property Rental Information
41. Do you own or rent your residence?
[ ] Own
[ ] Rent
[ ] Other (specify)__________________________
42. How long have you lived within the town of Vail (or owned property if a non-resident)?
[ ] Less than 1 year
[ ] 1-5 years
[ ] 6-15 years
[ ] More than 15 years
[ ] Not applicable
43. Do you reside in a deed-restricted home? Are you aware that the Town has recently adopted new short-term rental
regulations (i.e., for home/condominium rentals of less than 30 consecutive days)?
[ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] Uncertain
44. (If you own your home) Over the past year have you rented out your residence short-term (less than 30 days at a time)?
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
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(If you own your home) Over the past year have you rented out your residence to long-term renters (over 30 days)?
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
45. (If own home and rent out residence short-term)
Did/do you rent it through:
[ ] A management company
[ ] Myself/online social sources as as VRBO, Airbnb, Flipkey, etc.
[ ] Both a management company and rent it myself
[ ] Other
46. (If own home) How do you expect to be using your home five years from now? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)
[ ] As a primary residence for my household, the owner
[ ] I intend to sell my home within the next five years but stay in the area
[ ] I intend to sell my home in the next five years and relocate outside the area
[ ] A vacation home for owner or guests of owner
[ ] I intend to use home as my retirement residence
[ ] Vacation rental to visitor/tourists
[ ] Rented long term to local resident
[ ] Other
[ ] Don’t know/uncertain
47. (If use as retirement residence) When do you plan to retire?
[ ] Less than 1 year
[ ] In 1 year
[ ] In 2 to 3 years
[ ] In 4 to 6 years
[ ] In 7 to 10 years
[ ] More than 10 years from now
48. Have you been affected by short-term rentals in your immediate area?
[ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] Uncertain
49a. (If yes) In what ways? ____________________________________________________________________
49. In your opinion, to what extent is the loss of long-term rental housing a problem in Vail at this time?
[ ] Not a problem
[ ] One of the region’s lesser problems
[ ] A moderate problem
[ ] One of the more serious problems
[ ] A critical problem in the region
Do you have any further comments on your experience with the rental housing situation in Vail?
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
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Please provide the following demographic information. Remember that all responses remain strictly confidential
and are reported only in group format.
50. Which of the following best describes your
employment status?
[ ] Work 8 months or more a year in the local area (Vail
Valley)
[ ] Work 7 or fewer months a year in the local area (Vail
Valley)
[ ] Currently employed outside of the local area (work on
Front Range, out of state, etc.)
[ ] Retired
[ ] Unemployed and/or looking for work
[ ] Homemaker
[ ] Other:___________________________________
51. (If work in the Vail Valley) How many jobs do you
currently hold (winter 2018)? ________ jobs
What is the location of your place of work in the Vail
Valley? (Check all that apply)
[ ] In the town of Vail [ ] Minturn
[ ] Eagle Vail [ ] Eagle
[ ] Avon [ ] Gypsum
[ ] Beaver Creek [ ] Other:______________
[ ] Edwards
52. (IF RESIDENT) Do you own or operate a business
within the town of Vail? [ ] Yes [ ] No
53. Are you a registered voter in Vail? [ ] Yes [ ] No
54. Which of these categories best describes your
household status?
[ ] Single, no children
[ ] Couple, no children
[ ] Household with children living at home
[ ] Empty-nester, children no longer at home
55. Are you:
[ ] Male [ ] Female
56. In what year were you born?___________________
Do you have any additional comments or suggestions?
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
THANK YOU FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION IN OUR CONTINUING EVALUATION PROGRAM.
Below, you will have the opportunity to enter the prize drawing. Your survey responses are confidential.
Please check any of the following that interest you:
[ ] Enter me for a chance to win a drawing for ONE OF TEN $100 VISA Gift Cards. The first 100 completed surveys will
comprise the first pool of entrants, so complete your survey and enter soon!
[ ] Add me to the Town’s email list for periodic updates and communications
Email address:________________________________________________________________________________________
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VA I L TO W N C O UNC I L A G E ND A ME MO
I T E M /T O P I C: Proposal for Vail Reinvestment Authority Refinance of B onds and A uthorization
for S election of Underwriting F irm
P RE S E NT E R(S ): K athleen Halloran, F inance Director
AC T IO N RE Q UE S T E D O F C O UNC I L: Provide authorization to the Town Manager to proceed
with selection and contract negotiation with an underwriting firm and bond counsel.
B AC K G RO UND: S taff is seeking Council approval to select an underwriting firm and bond
counsel with the intent to refinance current bonds held by the Vail Reinvestment Authority
(V R A).W ith the current bond market favorable to a refinance, the V R A may save over $800,000
over the life of the bonds with a refinancing.
S TAF F RE C O M M E ND AT IO N: Provide authorization to the Town Manager to proceed with
selection and contract negotiations with an underwriting firm and bond counsel.
AT TAC H ME N TS:
Description
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Memorandum
TO: Town Council
FROM: Finance Department
DATE: February 18, 2020
SUBJECT: VRA Bond Refinance Update
I. SUMMARY
Staff is seeking Town Council approval to select an underwriting firm and bond counsel with
the intent to refinance current bonds held by the Vail Reinvestment Authority (VRA).
II. BACKGROUND
In April 2019, staff put out a Request for Qualifications to three underwriting firms (Piper
Sandler, Northwoods Securities and Stifel Public Finance) for a refinancing of the $7,140,000
outstanding principal amount of bonds owed by the VRA. Shortly thereafter, the Town
Manager agreed to wait until additional information was gathered regarding plans for a
potential “new issue” of bonds relating to Civic Area project(s) with the idea that a combined
refinance and new issue would result in bond issuance cost savings.
With Civic Area project(s) now unlikely within the next year, and due to a favorable bond
market environment, staff would like to proceed with a refinancing of the outstanding bonds.
We have received updated estimates of savings to the VRA in the range of $800,000 to $1.0
million over the life of the bonds with a refinance.
III. ACTION REQUESTED FROM COUNCIL
Staff requests authorization to proceed with selection of an underwriter and bond counsel.
Town Council will need to approve a resolution at a future meeting to formally authorize the
refinancing, or “bond refunding”. At that time staff will have more concise information
regarding the structure and savings on the bond refunding.
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VA I L TO W N C O UNC I L A G E ND A ME MO
I T E M /T O P I C: Employee Housing Opportunity Program (E HO P ) Recommendations
P RE S E NT E R(S ): K rista Miller, Human Resources Director
AC T IO N RE Q UE S T E D O F C O UNC I L: Council input and action about funding request.
B AC K G RO UND: Review E HO P program, an equity share mortgage loan program, with
suggested recommendations for changes and funding for future requests.
AT TAC H ME N TS:
Description
Memo E H O P Recommendations 021820
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To: Town Council
From: Human Resources & Risk Management Department
Date: February 18, 2020
Subject: Employee Home Ownership Program (EHOP) Recommendations
I. INTRODUCTION
In 2008, the Town Council approved the creation of an Employee Home Ownership Program
(EHOP) which provides equity share mortgage loans to town employees purchasing homes in the
region. Funding of $450,000 to start the program was included in the 2009 General Fund budget.
Funding for the program was increased to $690,000 in 2010 and another increase to $890,000 in
2018. After 11 years of success with the program staff wanted to provide Council with an update,
recommend some modifications and request additional funding support.
II. PROGRAM SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The EHOP program is an Equity Share Mortgage Loan. With an equity share loan, there is no
interest and no payments for the term of the loan. Instead, when the loan is repaid, the repayment
is a proportionate share of the appreciation on the home in addition to the original principal of the
loan. For example, an employee purchasing a $400,000 property with a town EHOP loan of
$40,000 (10% of the purchase price) then sells the property several years later for $500,000
generating $100,000 in appreciation. The loan repayment would be the original $40,000 plus 10%
of the equity appreciation or $10,000. The equity share arrangement is advantageous to the town
in that appreciation of homes in the Vail area can be expected to outpace interest that could be
earned on these funds. From an accounting standpoint, these investments are reflected on the
balance sheet as an asset, and do not show up as an expenditure each year. The General Fund
fund statement displays the amount of funding at the bottom.
In 11 years, the EHOP program has provided 44 loans to employees with an average loan amount
of $35,270. To date, 16 of these loans have been fully repaid bringing an additional $116,387 in
increased equity value returned to the town. This equates to a return of 21%, with an annual
average return of 6.4% for these repaid loans. The town has a positive track record in EHOP loans
with no defaulted loans and the security of real property to back the loans.
At the program’s creation in 2009, Town Council appropriated $450,000 from internal housing
programs and rental income (out of the General Fund) to be used to invest in the EHOP program.
In 2010 and 2018, Council approved increases in funding available of $240,000 and $200,000
respectively for a total investment of $890,000. The additional earned equity of $116,387 from loan
turnovers has raised the available funding to $1,006,387. With 28 loans outstanding valued at
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$989K, the current available funding for loans is left at approximately $17,000. Staff is
recommending additional funding of $350,000 in the 2020 budget to support average number of
loans of five per year.
Additionally, the housing market in the region has dramatically changed in the 10 years of the
program and staff is recommending some changes to the program:
Program Summary
Employee Home Ownership
Program (EHOP)
Current Program Recommendations
Eligible Borrowers Full-time municipal employees with 6
months of service.
No changes
Eligible Properties Primary residences taxed as real
property within the Town of Vail limits
or within 50 miles of the town.
No changes
Loan Maximum Amounts
– Within TOV limits
– Within 50 miles of TOV
– Deed restricted
properties
– $80,000
– $40,000
– 10% max up to above limits
Increases recommended
– $120,000
– $75,000
– 10% up to above
limits
Debt ratio Maximum total debt to income of 43% No changes
Assets May not have net assets exceeding
1.5x income (retirement accounts
excluded)
No changes
Borrower minimum investment 5% of purchase price No changes
Term and Repayment Max term is 15 years
Repayment upon:
– Sale
– Refinance
– No longer primary residence
– Secure additional loans
against property
– Bankruptcy or foreclosure
filings
No changes
First right of refusal None Recommendation
Include a first right of refusal
allowing town to acquire
property
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The town has two other programs to support employee housing for municipal workers which
includes town-provided rental units and rental deposit loans. The town’s leadership team is
convening a group to review an Internal Housing Strategy for all of town’s municipal employee
housing programs to provide a framework for future decision making in supporting municipal
employee housing programs.
III. ACTION REQUESTED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL
Staff asks the Town Council to provide direction on the recommended program changes noted
above and increase funding for the program by $350,000. If approved, the funding would come
forward with the March supplemental budget ordinance.
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I T E M /T O P I C: 2019 E nergySmart Colorado Community E nergy E fficiency Program Update
P RE S E NT E R(S ): K risten Bertuglia-E nvironmental Sustainability Director and Nikki Maline-
E nergy P rograms Director- E nergySmart
AC T IO N RE Q UE S T E D O F C O UNC I L: Staff requests the Vail Town Council listen to the
presentation and provide feedback on the year end report. S taff also requests Council promote the
E nergySmart Colorado throughout the community.
B AC K G RO UND: Town of Vail has partnered with the E nergySmart Colorado program for the
past three years to offer an energy efficiency program that is accessible, available, and affordable
to all residents and businesses of the town. T he program includes free comprehensive home
energy assessments and administration of double rebates that leverage utility rebates and help
homeowners and businesses to reduce energy use by an average of 20% and save money. The
E nergySmart Colorado contract is in place for 2002 and work is currently underway.
S TAF F RE C O M M E ND AT IO N: A s this is an update on the year end report, there are no staff
recommendations at this time.
AT TAC H ME N TS:
Description
EnergySmart Colorado 2019 Report
EnergySmart Colorado 2019 Presentation
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T O W N O F V A I L C O M M U N I T Y E N E R G Y E F F I C I E N C Y P R O G R A M 2 0 1 8 1 | P A G E
WWW.WALKINGMOUNTAINS .ORG/ENERGY ● 970 -328-8777 ● ENERGY@WALKINGMOUNTA INS.ORG
2019 Community Energy Efficiency Program
Provided by: Nikki Maline, Energy Programs Director, Walking Mountains Science Center
SCOPE OF WORK: From January 1, 2019 through December 31, 2019, the Energy Programs team at Walking
Mountains Science Center worked towards the following goals per the agreement with the Town of Vail:
1. Project management and reporting;
2. Coordination of the Energy Smart Colorado program to coaching and special incentives;
3. Collaboration with Town of Vail staff about available local resources and develop best practices
for outreach and marketing;
4. Annual energy savings report with data and number of homes and businesses worked with and
energy reductions (GHG reductions).
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WWW.WALKINGMOUNTAINS .ORG/ENERGY ● 970 -328-8777 ● ENERGY@WALKINGMOUNTA INS.ORG
LOCAL IMPACT: Climate & Economic Impact for all homes & businesses reached within the Town of Vail in 2019
Climate Impact (new annual reductions each year) through the Energy Smart Colorado program locally, over the
last 5 years, the Town of Vail compared to our entire local area:
Local Economic Stimulus created through energy efficiency work done in the Town of Vail through the Energy
Smart Colorado program in 2019: $1,156,039
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RESIDENTIAL: Work done in homes in the Town of Vail
2019 Home Energy Assessments
18 Home Energy Assessments completed
5.84 MtCO2e reduced because of Quick Fixes installed during Home Energy Assessments
Quick fixes included: HWH blankets, pipe wrap, weather-stripping, LEDs, water savers
$7,172 paid out to local contractors to complete Home Energy Assessments (economic stimulus)
Locations of Home Energy Assessments completed:
2019 Residential Rebates
5 Residential Energy Efficiency projects rebated
9.97 MtCO2e reduced because of residential projects rebated
Projects: heating, water heating, air-sealing/insulation, LEDs, programmable thermostats
$5,000 paid out to TOV homeowners in rebates
$62,300 paid out to local contractors to complete these rebated projects, from homeowners
(economic stimulus)
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Historical view of last 5 years in the Town of Vail. The blue bars are the number of assessments completed, the
red line is the number of rebates provided:
Historical view of last 5 years, comparing # of home energy assessment and residential rebates in the Town of
Vail to the Entire Local Area. The blue bars are the number of assessments completed in TOV, the red bars are
the number of assessments completed in the Entire Local Area. The green line is the TOV rebates and the purple
line is all the rebates in the Entire Local Area. You can see the trend in Vail is the same as the Entire Local Area.
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COMMERCIAL: Work done in businesses in the Town of Vail
2019 Business Rebates
10 Commercial Energy Efficiency projects rebated
502.29 MtCO2e reduced because of commercial projects rebated - water heating, LEDs
$18,000 paid out to TOV businesses in rebates for energy efficiency projects
$1,063,567 paid out to local contractors to complete these rebated projects, from businesses
(economic stimulus)
Locations of Home Energy Assessments completed:
PROJECT ADMINISTRATION: Energy coaching for homes and businesses in the Town of Vail in 2019
The Energy Programs team at Walking Mountains has provided energy coaching to all those who have
had a home energy assessment in the Town of Vail. We have also provided coaching to many Town of
Vail homes and businesses about energy upgrades they want to make. We recommend improvements
based on the findings from the home energy assessment or business visit, review reports, and help
throughout the entire process, with contractors, bids, verification, and rebates. We continue to have
positive responses from homeowners and businesses in Vail that have already taken advantage of the
double incentives and free assessments, or just as they learn about the offeri ngs.
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MARKETING/OUTREACH: Within the Town of Vail in 2019
We have distributed posters and postcards extensively, as well as talked to individual businesses and
homeowners. Advertising has been done on Social Media and we have been on TV8. Here are more
details on completed Marketing and Outreach for 2019:
Various Events/Meetings-
Outreach, Talked individually
with community members
Press Release completed at
the beginning of the year
Incentives shared in the
Climate Action Collaborative
and Energy Smart Colorado
Newsletters multiple times
throughout the year
Social Media-Facebook,
organic & paid
TV8 – 3 times
Poster - 11x17 (see image to
the right)
Post Card – mailed to every
Vail PO Box and street
address that received mail
(see image on following page)
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Community Energy Efficiency Program 2019
Partnering with the Energy Smart Colorado program at
Walking Mountains Science Center
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2019 Community Energy Efficiency Program
•Energy Smart Colorado services & process
•Vail Specific Incentives
•Marketing & Outreach
•Residential Energy Assessments & Rebates
•Commercial Rebates
•Climate & Community Impact
Overview
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Energy Smart Colorado Services
•Energy Assessments & Walkthroughs
•Free Energy Coaching
•Rebates for Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy, Radon Mitigation
•Local Qualified Contractor List Available
•Free Radon Test Kits; Radon Education/Outreach
•Educational Materials, Workshops, and Trainings
Homes & Businesses
Funding provided by: Eagle County, Town of Vail, Town of Avon, CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment,
Energy Outreach Colorado, Black Hills Energy, Xcel Energy, and Holy Cross Energy.February 18, 2020 - Page 67 of 146
Energy Smart Colorado Process
•Easy access to: Information, Incentives, and Workforce
•Local & knowledgeable Energy Coaches assist through all the stages on a
path to a Comfortable, Warm & Energy Efficient Home
•An Energy Smart Assessment, which usually includes a blower door
test, infrared images, and combustion appliance zone testing
•Determine an Action Plan through Report Recommended Actions
with Energy Coaching & Contractor Referral; Customizing scope of
services for each person, based on need & building opportunities
•Implement Upgrades, and Walking Mountains provides information
& referrals for incentives and financing, as well as their own rebates
Homes & Businesses
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2019 Community Energy Efficiency Program
•Free Home Energy Assessments
•Any sized home
•Value to homeowner: $200+ each
•Double Rebates
•Up to $1,000/year for homes (normally $500)
•Up to $2,000/year for businesses (normally $1,000)
Vail Specific Incentives
In 2019 the Town of Vail provided WMSC $40,000 in funding for the local Energy Smart Colorado program.
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2019 Community Energy Efficiency Program
Marketing
and
Outreach
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2019 Community Energy Efficiency Program
Marketing and Outreach
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2019 Community Energy Efficiency Program
Marketing and Outreach
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2019 Community Energy Efficiency Program
Marketing and Outreach
•Face to Face to businesses –do more!
•Property Managers
•Social Media
•Tabling at Vail Events –do more!
•Case Studies / Personal Testimonies -2020
•Lessons Learned
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Where we plan to improve:
•Face to Face outreach to
businesses
•Personal Follow-up to
review Assessment Reports
•Tabling at Vail Events
•Sharing Vail Specific
Testimonials
Residential Energy Assessments
& Rebates –5 year history
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Residential Energy Assessments
& Rebates –5 year history
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2019 Community Energy Efficiency Program
Residential Energy
Assessments & Rebates Locations:
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2019 Community Energy Efficiency Program
Residential Energy Rebates
Projects:
•Programmable Thermostats
•Air Sealing & Insulation
•LED Lighting
•Heat Pump Hot Water Heater
•Energy Star Boilers
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2019 Community Energy Efficiency Program
Commercial Rebates Locations:
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2019 Community Energy Efficiency Program
Projects:
•LED Lighting
•Energy Star Refrigerators
•Energy Star HVAC
Commercial Rebates
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Climate Impact (annually)
Estimated Carbon Reductions –over last 5 years
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Total estimated Carbon Savings 2019
(in the Town of Vail)
518.1 MtCO2e reduced annually (metric tons of CO2 equivalent)
The same as…
2019 Community Energy Efficiency Program
Climate & Community Impact (annually; estimated)
or
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Community Energy Efficiency Program 2019
Partnering with the Energy Smart Colorado program at
Walking Mountains Science Center
Nikki Maline, Energy Programs Director nikkim@walkingmountains.org
Thank You, Town of Vail, for making this program possible!
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I T E M /T O P I C: Mobility and P arking Requirements - Policy Discussion
P RE S E NT E R(S ): Matt Gennett, Community Development
AC T IO N RE Q UE S T E D O F C O UNC I L: Staff requests the Vail Town Council listen to the
presentation and provide feedback
B AC K G RO UND: Current trends in community planning recognize that privately-owned
automobiles are no longer the primary means of transportation for some people, and well-
designed, sustainable site and building plans should not be driven by the need to park vehicles.
The availability of proximity to mass transit, walkability, bicycle routes, E-bikes and car-sharing are
proving to be meaningful criteria to reduce the need for asphalt surface and structured parking lots
on scarce land. S taff would like to frame a policy dialogue around the issue of minimum parking
requirements, particularly in the Housing (H) zone district, to consider more efficacious standards
and practices based on the concept of mobility. T he policy discussion will center on shifting the
focus of Town Code regulations away from existing minimum parking requirements, which are
determined based on the number and size of dwelling units, toward an alternative approach that
requires meeting the transportation and mobility needs of residents.
AT TAC H ME N TS:
Description
Staff memorandum
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To: Vail Town Council
From: Matt Gennett, Community Development Director
Date: February 18, 2020
Subject: Mobility and Parking Requirements- Policy Discussion
I. INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this memorandum is to frame a policy dialogue around the issue of
minimum parking requirements, particularly in the Housing (H) zone district, to consider
more efficacious standards and practices based on the concept of mobility. The policy
discussion will center on shifting the focus of Town Code regulations away from existing
minimum parking requirements, which are determined based on the number and size of
dwelling units, toward an alternative approach that requires meeting the transportation and
mobility needs of residents.
Current trends in community planning recognize that privately-owned automobiles are no
longer the primary means of transportation for some people, and well-designed,
sustainable site and building plans should not be driven by the need to park vehicles. The
availability of proximity to mass transit, walkability, bicycle routes, E-bikes and car-sharing
are proving to be meaningful criteria to reduce the need for asphalt surface and structured
parking lots on scarce land.
II. BACKGROUND
As stated above, the Vail Town Code (Code) takes a largely traditional approach to parking
requirements. These requirements do acknowledge that parking demands vary by parts of
Town through having two requirements, one for the Core Area (the villages) and one for
areas outside of the core. Beyond this distinction, the Code relies on traditional means to
determine parking requirements through a ratio of required spaces to unit count (hotel
rooms), square footage (commercial uses) or GRFA (residential uses). Within the Core
Area, the parking ratio is fixed at 1.4 spaces per unit, regardless of size. Below is a link to
Chapter 10, Off Street Parking and Loading of the Code:
https://www.sterlingcodifiers.com/codebook/getBookData.php?chapter_id=34610#34610
The Code does provide the ability for certain projects to deviate from the established
parking requirements. These include the following:
Special Review Provisions
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Within Chapter 10, there are criteria that allows the PEC to deviate as much as twenty-five
percent (25%) from the requirement. The language is as follows Section 12-10-20):
Notwithstanding the provisions of section 12-10-18 of this chapter, the Planning and
Environmental Commission may approve a reduction to the number of required spaces
specified in section 12-10-10 of this chapter, provided a report documenting the presence
of unique parking characteristics is provided by a qualified consultant and the following
findings are made by the Planning and Environmental Commission:
A. The parking demand will be less than the requirements identified in section 12-10-
10 of this chapter; and
B. The probable long term use of the building or structure, based on its design, will not
generate additional parking demand; and
C. The use or activity is part of a demonstrated permanent program (including, but not
limited to, "rideshare" programs, shuttle service, or staggered work shifts) intended to
reduce parking demand that has been incorporated into the project's final approved
development plan; and
D. Proximity or availability of alternative modes of transportation (including, but not
limited to, public transit or shuttle services) is significant and integral to the nature of
the use or business activity.
In reaching a decision, the Planning and Environmental Commission shall consider survey
data submitted by a qualified transportation planning or engineering consultant. Projects
under "special review" are subject to additional scrutiny by the Planning and Environmental
Commission after development plan approval if it is deemed necessary to verify continued
compliance with the above listed criteria. The maximum allowable reduction in the number
of required spaces shall not exceed twenty five percent (25%) of the total number required
under section 12-10-10 of this chapter.
Provisions within the Housing (H) Zone District
Within the Housing Zone District are similar criteria that allows the PEC to deviate from the
parking requirements with no limitations. This language is as follows (Sec. 12-6I-8):
Off street parking shall be provided in accordance with chapter 10 of this title. No parking
or loading area shall be located within any required setback area. At the discretion of the
planning and environmental commission, variations to the parking standards outlined in
chapter 10 of this title may be approved during the review of a development plan subject
to a parking management plan. The parking management plan shall be approved by the
planning and environmental commission and shall provide for a reduction in the parking
requirements based on a demonstrated need for fewer parking spaces than chapter 10 of
this title would require. For example, a demonstrated need for a reduction in the required
parking could include:
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A. Proximity or availability of alternative modes of transportation including, but not
limited to, public transit or shuttle services.
B. A limitation placed in the deed restrictions limiting the number of cars for each unit.
C. A demonstrated permanent program including, but not limited to, rideshare
programs, carshare programs, shuttle service, or staggered work shifts.
Onsite EHUs required per Inclusionary Zoning or Commercial Linkage
Employee Housing Units that are built onsite as a requirement of either Inclusionary Zoning
or Commercial Linkage may request a deviation from the parking requirements. This
language is as follows (Sec. 12-23-3D and Sec. 12-24-3D):
Exception For On Site EHUs: At the discretion of the applicable governing body, variations
to the parking standards outlined in chapter 10 of this title may be approved during the
review of an employee housing plan subject to a parking management plan. The parking
management plan may be approved by the applicable governing body and may provide for
a reduction in the parking requirements for on site units based on a demonstrated need for
fewer parking spaces than chapter 10 of this title would require. For example, a
demonstrated need for a reduction in the required parking could include:
a. Proximity or availability of alternative modes of transportation including, but not
limited to, public transit or shuttle services.
b. A limitation placed in the deed restrictions limiting the number of cars for each unit.
c. A demonstrated permanent program including, but not limited to, rideshare programs,
car share programs, shuttle service, or staggered work shifts.
General Use (GU) District
All development standards including parking are determined by the PEC
Other Means
The Vail Town Code also allows variations to parking requirements through the Variance
and Special Development District processes.
III. ALTERNATIVE APPROACHS
As presented in the previous section, the Code provides a number of means to deviate
from the parking requirements of Chapter 10. What they all have in common is that they
use the requirements of Chapter 10 as the basis. The reliance on a use-based approach
may not yield results consistent with the development objectives of the Town.
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Alternative approaches to parking requirements do exist. One example that builds on Vail’s
Core Area concept it utilized in Salt Lake City, Utah. Salt Lake City’s Off-Street Parking,
Mobility and Loading standards considers the context of developments when determining
parking requirements. The following is an excerpt from their Development Code:
Context Approach
Salt Lake City has a wide variety of development contexts that make any single approach
to minimum and maximum parking requirements ineffective. The parking demand for a
downtown area served by transit will be much lower than a downtown adjacent
neighborhood or suburban shopping center. To ensure that minimum and maximum
parking requirements reflect the built context (and future built context) of the area, we
created four distinct “context areas”, and then tailored minimum and maximum parking
standards to each. The Minimum and Maximum Off-Street Parking Table below lists the
specific zoning districts included in each context area. The following is a brief narrative
introducing each context area:
1. General Context: This category includes the City’s zoning districts that tend to be more
auto dependent and/or suburban in scale and parking needs. This context applies broadly
to all of the zoning districts that are not specifically listed in the other context areas.
2. Neighborhood Center: This category includes areas with small- or moderate-scale
shopping, gathering, or activity spaces, often within or adjacent to General Context areas,
but that are not necessarily well served by transit. This category includes zoning districts
with pedestrian-scale development patterns, building forms, and amenities.
3. Urban Center: This category includes zoning districts with dense, pedestrian-oriented
development within more intensely developed urban centers. The parking demand in this
context is higher than in the Neighborhood Center Context, but lower than areas with good
transit service.
4. Transit Context: This category includes those zoning districts that immediately surround
mass-transit facilities and/or are in the downtown core. These areas have the lowest
parking demand and may be exempt from minimum parking requirements or be required
to provide minimal off-street parking.
IV. POLICY DISCUSSION/STAFF RECCOMENDATION
Other methodologies do exist that consider various demographic, geographic and
management factors related to automobile ownership and use, thereby effecting parking
demands. As Vail continues to grow and mature, a more in-depth, nuanced analysis
concerning vehicle ownership and use by all segments of our community could yield more
appropriate regulations related to mobility and automobile parking.
Staff recommends the Town Council direct staff to explorer alternative means of assessing
mobility, including parking requirements, to more effectively meet the transportation and
mobility needs of residents and visitors.
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I T E M /T O P I C: D R B / P E C Update
P RE S E NT E R(S ): J onathan S pence, Planning Manager
AT TAC H ME N TS:
Description
February 5, 2020 D R B Meeting Results
February 10, 2020 P E C Meeting Results
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DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
February 5, 2020, 3:00 PM
Town Council Chambers
75 S. Frontage Road - Vail, Colorado, 81657
1. Call to Order
1.1. Attendance
Present: Peter Cope, Kit Austin, Doug Cahill
Absent: John Rediker, David Campbell
2. Project Orientation
2.1. 2:00 PM
3. Site Visits
3.1. 4193 Spruce Way Unit A - Bolin Spruce Way LLC
3.2. 291 Bridge Street - Plaza Lodge Condos
4. Main Agenda
4.1. DRB19-0685 - Blessing Residence
Final review of an addition
Address/Legal Description: 2975 Manns Ranch Road/Lot 6, Block 1, Vail
Village Filing 13
Applicant: Buck Blessing, represented by KH Webb Architects
Planner: Greg Roy
Peter Cope moved to table to February 19, 2020. Kit Austin seconded the
motion and it passed (3-0).
4.2. DRB20-0013 - Plaza Lodge Condos
Final review of a change to approved plans (railing guard)
Address/Legal Description: 291 Bridge Street/Lot F-K, Block 5C, Vail
Village Filing 1
Applicant: Plaza Lodge Condos, represented by Nedbo Construction
Planner: Greg Roy
Peter Cope moved to approve. Kit Austin seconded the motion and it
passed (3-0).
4.3. DRB20-0006 - Lyons Residence
Conceptual review of new construction (single family)
Address/Legal Description: 4480 Glen Falls Lane/Lot 8, Forest Glen
Subdivision
Applicant: Catherine Vanessa Bentley Lyons, represented by Berglund
Architects
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4.4. DRB20-0004 - Smith Residence
Conceptual review of new construction & addition
Address/Legal Description: 895 Red Sandstone Circle/Lot 2, Vail Village
Filing 9
Applicant: Peter Tyler Smith, represented by Krueger Architecture
Planner: Jonathan Spence
4.5. DRB20-0009 - Bolin Spruce Way LLC
Final review of an exterior alteration (windows)
Address/Legal Description: 4193 Spruce Way Unit A/Lot 12, Block 9,
Bighorn Subdivision 3rd Addition
Applicant: Bolin Spruce Way LLC, represented by Ashton Hirst
Architecture
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Peter Cope moved to approve. Kit Austin seconded the motion and it
passed (3-0).
4.6. DRB19-0595 - Lazier Lionshead LLC
Final review of an exterior alteration (windows)
Address/Legal Description: 555 East Lionshead Circle Unit C1/Lot 3,
Block 1, Vail Lionshead Filing 1
Applicant: Lazier Lionshead LLC
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Peter Cope moved to consent approve. Doug Cahill seconded the motion
and it passed (2-0-1).
Abstain: (1) Austin
4.7. DRB19-0672 - 1775 West Gore Creek LLC
Final review of an addition
Address/Legal Description: 1775 West Gore Creek Drive/Lot 8, Vail
Village West Filing 2
Applicant: 1775 West Gore Creek LLC, represented by Eric Johnson
Architect
Planner: Jonathan Spence
Peter Cope moved to table to February 19, 2020. Kit Austin seconded the
motion and it passed (3-0).
4.8. DRB19-0701 - LSC 27 LLC Residence
Conceptual review of residential recreation facility
Address/Legal Description: 696 Forest Road / Lot 8, Block 1, Vail Village
Filing 6
Applicant: LSC 27 LLC, represented by Suman Architects & Mauriello
Planning Group
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Planner: Jonathan Spence
5. Staff Approvals
5.1. DRB19-0687 - Oberst Residence
Final review of an addition
Address/Legal Description: 4552 Meadow Drive Unit 6/Courtside
Townhomes
Applicant: Charles R. Oberst Gift Trust 2, represented by Wayne Haskins
Construction
Planner: Jonathan Spence
5.2. DRB20-0007 - Vail Racquet Club
Final review of an exterior alteration (re-skin/entries)
Address/Legal Description: 4770 Bighorn Road/Racquet Club Townhomes
Condo
Applicant: Vail Racquet Club, represented by Victor Mark Donaldson
Architects
Planner: Jonathan Spence
5.3. DRB20-0010 - Sitzmark at Vail
Final review of an exterior alteration (siding)
Address/Legal Description: 183 Gore Creek Drive/Lot A, Block 5B, Vail
Village Filing 1
Applicant: Sitzmark at Vail Inc., represented by Nedbo Construction
Planner: Erik Gates
5.4. DRB20-0014 - Davis Residence
Final review of a change to approved plans (window frames)
Address/Legal Description: 1543 Matterhorn Circle Unit 4/Lot 4, Parkside
Villas
Applicant: Stuart & Charlotte Davis, represented by Beth Levine Architect
Inc.
Planner: Greg Roy
The applications and information about the proposals are available for public inspection
during regular office hours at the Town of Vail Community Development Department, 75
South Frontage Road. The public is invited to attend the project orientation and the site visits
that precede the public hearing in the Town of Vail Town Council Chambers. Times and
order of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine
at what time the Design Review Board will consider an item. Please call 970-479-2138 for
additional information. Sign language interpretation available upon request with 24-hour
notification, dial 711.
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P L ANNING AND E NV IRO NM E NTAL C O M M I S S IO N
February 10, 2020, 1:00 P M
Town C ouncil C hambers
75 S . F rontage Road - Vail, Colorado, 81657
1.Call to Order
1.1.Attendance
Present: Brian Gillette, P am Hopkins, Ludwig Kurz, Pete Seibert
Absent: Rollie Kjesbo, J ohn-Ryan Loc kman, Karen P erez
2.Main A genda
2.1.A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Counc il for a zone district
boundary amendment, pursuant to Sec tion 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town
C ode, to allow for the rezoning of 2211 North Frontage Road W est whic h is
c omposed of Tract C , Lot 1 Lot 2, and Lot 3 Vail Das S chone Filing No. 1
and Lot 1, Vail Das Sc hone Filing 3, from the Commercial Core 3 (C C3)
D istrict to the Public A cc ommodation-2 (PA-2) District and setting forth
details in regard thereto. (P EC19-0047)
This item will be heard c oncurrently with P E C19-0046 and P E C 19-0048.
The applicant has requested this item be tabled to Marc h 9, 2020.
5 min.
Applicant:TNRE F I I I B ravo Vail L L C W idewaters Group I nc., represented
by Mauriello Planning Group
Planner:Greg Roy
Brian Gillette moved to table to March 9, 2020. Pam Hopkins sec onded the
motion and it passed (4-0).
Absent:(3)K jesbo, Loc kman, Perez
2.2.A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Counc il of an application
establishing Special Development D istrict No. 42 (Highline Hotel Renovation
2019), pursuant to S ec tion 12-9(A), Special Development Distric ts, Vail
Town C ode, to allow for the development of a hotel addition to add 79
acc ommodation units, convert 19 existing dwelling units to 19 limited service
lodge units, c reate a 12 unit E HU dormitory, remove office spac e, add
c onference space and build 16 unit employ ee housing apartment building,
and related uses and improvements, loc ated at 2211 North Frontage Road
W est which is composed of Tract C, Lot 1, Lot 2, and Lot 3 Vail D as
Sc hone Filing No. 1 and Lot 1, Vail Das Sc hone Filing 3, and setting forth
details in regard thereto. (P EC19-0048)
This item will be heard c oncurrently with P E C19-0047 and P E C 19-0046.
The applicant has requested this item be tabled to Marc h 9, 2020.
Applicant:TNRE F I I I B ravo Vail L L C W idewaters Group I nc., represented
by Mauriello Planning Group
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Planner:Greg Roy
Brian Gillette moved to table to March 9, 2020. Pam Hopkins sec onded the
motion and it passed (4-0).
Absent:(3)K jesbo, Loc kman, Perez
2.3.A request for review of an Exterior Alteration, pursuant to S ec tion 12-7J -12,
Exterior Alterations or Modifications, Vail Town Code, to allow for
c onstruc tion of a hotel addition and an E HU apartment building, located at
2211 North Frontage Road W est whic h is c omposed of Trac t C , Lot 1, Lot
2, and Lot 3 Vail Das Sc hone Filing No. 1 and Lot 1, Vail Das Sc hone
Filing 3, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (P E C 19-0046)
This item will be heard c oncurrently with P E C19-0047 and P E C 19-0048.
The applicant has requested this item be tabled to Marc h 9, 2020.
Applicant:TNRE F I I I B ravo Vail L L C W idewaters Group I nc., represented
by Mauriello Planning Group
Planner:Greg Roy
Brian Gillette moved to table to March 9, 2020. Pete S eibert sec onded the
motion and it passed (4-0).
Absent:(3)K jesbo, Loc kman, Perez
2.4.A request for the review of a varianc e from Section 12-6D -8, D ensity
C ontrol, Vail Town Code, to allow for a variance to the requirement that a
secondary unit in the Two-Family Primary /Secondary Residential zone
district not exceed 40% of allowable site GRFA, and a request for the review
of a variance from S ec tion 12-15-3, Definition, Calculation, and Exc lusions,
Vail Town Code, to allow for a variance to the stipulation that basement
GRFA deductions apply only to floors within six vertical feet of the lowest
level of a structure, both in acc ordance with the provisions of Section 12-17,
Variances, Vail Town Code, located at 775 Potato P atc h Drive/Lot 19, Block
1, Vail Potato Patch Filing 1, and setting forth details in regard thereto.
(P E C 19-0050)
The applicant has requested this item be tabled to Marc h 9, 2020.
5 min.
Applicant:Scott Ryan & Foster Gillett, represented by Mauriello Planning
Group
Planner:Erik Gates
Pam Hopkins moved to table to March 9, 2020. Pete S eibert sec onded the
motion and it passed (4-0).
Absent:(3)K jesbo, Loc kman, Perez
3.A pproval of Minutes
3.1.J anuary 27, 2020 P E C Results
Brian Gillette moved to approve. Pam Hopkins seconded the motion and it
passed (3-0).
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Abstain:(1)S eibert
Absent:(3)K jesbo, Loc kman, Perez
4.I nformational Update
4.1.Future Disc ussion/Educ ation Topics
Applicant:
Planner:
This disc ussion topic was postponed at the request of the C ommission until
a meeting with greater representation.
5.A djournment
Brian Gillette moved to adjourn. Pete Seibert seconded the motion and it
passed (4-0).
Absent:(3)K jesbo, Loc kman, Perez
The applic ations and information about the propos als are available for public inspection during regular offic e hours at the
Town of Vail Community Development Department, 75 South Frontage Road. The public is invited to attend the projec t
orientation and the site visits that prec ede the public hearing in the Tow n of Vail Community Development Department.
Times and order of items are approximate, subjec t to c hange, and cannot be relied upon to determine at what time the
Planning and Environmental Commission w ill cons ider an item. Please call (970) 479-2138 for additional information.
Please c all 711 for sign language interpretation 48 hour prior to meeting time.
Community Development Department
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VA I L TO W N C O UNC I L A G E ND A ME MO
I T E M /T O P I C: J anuary 6, 2020 A I P P Minutes
AT TAC H ME N TS:
Description
January 6, 2020 AIP P Minutes
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Public Notice - Art in Public Places Board Meeting Minutes
Monday, January 6, 2020 - 8:30 a.m.
Town Council Chambers
1. Roll call and approval of minutes from December 2nd meeting.
2.No citizen input.
3. Ford Park Art Space- HTA Architects – Todd Oppenheimer, TOV Capital Projects Manager
•Review of the HTA recommendations (presentation attached) and three options for the art studio space
in Ford Park. As we had monies left in the contract, we are awaiting the drawings for a developed
possible third option for the space.
•While we have identified the uses for the space, the Board needs to focus on how it aligns with AIPP
vision and the benefits it would provide the community at large. Kathy comments it fulfills the
educational component of AIPP’s mission and Trish remarks while engaging the community.
•Todd reviews the timeline of meetings with HTA including an August site-visit with the architects and
structural engineer. It was the first thorough examination of the building. The inspection concluded
there is very little to salvage in the existing structure. The floor is rotted wood sitting on the ground and
there is essentially no foundation. The construction of the building itself is peculiar. There is not much to
evaluate from a structural engineer’s standpoint. It was in a sense thrown together with the horizontal
boards being nailed together with 2 x 2s. There has also been an addition with the entry way. Much has
been added and removed since it was originally built. The Victorian shingles in the eaves were added
later. New windows and roof shingles have also been added. There is not much remaining to the
historic context of the building as it presently stands. It would be considerably more expensive to work
with the existing structure and salvaging any materials rather than removing and replicating the building
in a complimentary design.
•Kathy remarks we need to determine the historic value of the building. We have learned it is much more
costly to restore it versus replace it. The uses have been determined for the existing size. A larger scale
would clearly accommodate more uses which we should explore. She comments we should look at
communicating our findings with Council representatives for feedback.
•There is potential for the footprint to grow the existing space to provide more light and uses, water, sink,
bathroom, insulation, ADA compliance and code requirements while complimenting the design
elements and preserving the character of the present structure.
•Margaret thinks we need to be efficient in going forward. It is an old building that is falling apart, serving
no purpose to the community in a prime location. We should look at what would be best ultimately for
serving the community and promoting the educational potential.
•Kara remarks that we should wait for the third rendering from HTA to then reassess and address our
findings. Margaret and Julie think we need to come together as a board after the review of the third
proposal. It is premature to go forward without a thoughtful plan looking at the potential of the third
proposal. Trish comments that we need to address the new concept we would like to foster as a Board
with a shift in the vision of the existing structure as the present building cannot be saved.
•The operational costs should also be evaluated. Todd comments saving it is not the most economical
decision and you lose square footage within the interior. Perhaps the additional requirements
(bathroom, storage, etc.) can be added via a breezeway to the existing footprint. Kathy remarks this is
in the purview of how the masterplan is presently written.
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• We should have the third proposal to discuss further at the next meeting.
4. Review of Winterfest Programs – Lantern Walk & Ice/Light Installations
• Molly updates the Board about vandalism to the Winterfest ice sculptures. She reported it to the police
and they recovered video of the act of vandalism. It happened at 10:13 p.m. on January 2. It is an open
investigation by the Vail Police. We submitted the percentage of damage to the installation at $2,000.
Paul is going to address the damaged portion.
• Lantern Workshops – Well attended. Library complimented the clean-up. The assistance from
facilities with tables/chairs/trash helped it run smoothly as well. Trish helped with the late guests and
handing out the swag at workshop. Guests were complimentary about this as well.
• Lantern Walk – Doe Browning was very pleased with the walk this year and the run of show. Santa
also commented that it ran smoothly from his perspective, especially with the growing attendance. We
have great photos from Townsend Bessent.
• Ice/Light – Molly remarks that we have made the light show faster with more dramatic changes since
the opening night on Dec. 22. The installation took place over several days with all the lights being
connected then sourced to the TOV electrical outlets and controlled by a computer system which Alt
Ethos connects to via a wifi source. The slow fades we directed to Alt Ethos appear more ambient at
this pace, so she asked them to mix it up and speed the pace. The bridge lighting has been popular
with lots of photos being taken at night, but it is getting wear and tear. Erin from Alt Ethos has come
back to address some of the damage and tighten up the tubing. Kathy and Kara remark that they
expected more “wow” with the lights. Kathy would like to see a variety of lights. She didn’t think the
lights on the balcony were effective due to reflection. Molly suggests going into Sweet Basil to view the
light projecting which is very visible from their dining areas. Molly will ask Erin to speed up the show
even more and alternate the lights. Molly explains that the tubing was placed on the tops of the railing
for a clean site-line. Kathy and Kara did not like the placement of the tubing for the bridge. Molly
explains that the trenching and cabling, as well as the access to TOV electricity did limit being able to
pull lights to the creek side area of the trees, so Erin focused more along the proximity to the
promenade. Molly will go back to Alt Ethos to make these adjustments. She asks the Board to return to
the promenade to see any changes for discussion at our February meeting. She will send photos to the
Board in the interim. Molly shows the “test” photos from November, but comments now that the
mountain is open there is much more ambient lighting with the shops, restaurants, and lodging to the
Gore Creek Promenade area.
• Reception – Molly is working with Sweet Basil on a thank you reception for Doe.
• Ice – The board compliments the ice installation and think it is one of the best installations Paul has
created. Kara feels like he exceeded the Board’s expectations with this year’s Winterfest installation.
The Board would like to recognize and commend his execution of the installation with a bonus from the
project’s contingency budget.
5. Summer 2020 installation discussion
• Ladies Fancy Work Society site visit towards the middle of January.
• Koko Bayer (cantina wall) – We may want to revisit the location now that there is a bar at the site. Molly
will meet facilities to look at interior spaces
• Molly will also look at potential mural locations within the parking structures with the facilities.
6. Coordinator updates.
• Molly thanks Kathy and Trish for sitting in on the selection for the environmental installation. It was
awarded to Jenna Oppenheimer.
• Molly reviews the Town Council presentation she and Kara made to Council (attached).
• We have had 5 instances of graffiti on the RSES garage public art by John Fleming. Public Works has
been very responsive in cleaning the installation.
• Art Walks – 1st & 3rd Wednesdays Jan 15 – April 15 – The Board does not want to have docents to
provide additional art walks. They do not wish to dilute the tour since it receives so much media &
positive feedback.
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• Seibert sculpture has been placed on the Promenade as a temporary location until a permanent
installation this Spring. Molly comments that it is nice that it has arrived, and we can evaluate the
location if necessary now that we are able to experience the scale of the work.
• Molly informs the Board that Trish has an exhibition in the Vail Public Library’s community room.
7. Other matters from the Board. (5 mins)
• Julie remarks about the totem sculpture by Jaime Molina on 6th and Federal.
• Margaret compliments the West Vail lights. She would like Molly to go to Greg Hall to express the AIPP
Board’s compliments of the lights.
• Margaret comments on an environmental installation on a beach of a wire-formed fish that people are
to deposit their recyclables.
8. Meeting adjourned.
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EVALUATION REPORT:
EXTERIOR
Existing condition analysis - 8/14/19 Field trip Observations
Siding: Most of the narrow siding seems in fairly good shape with the exception of
the siding close to grade where some of it is actually below grade. (fig.1) This siding
has rotted out some. Sections of the rim joist and sill plate are also below grade and
are rotten as well. (fig.2) Looks like the surrounding grade was elevated higher than
the original at some point. The triangular gable ends are shingled with wood shingles
which are unlikely to be original. (fig.3)
Roof: The roof material while not “historic” seems to be in fairly good shape in
general and will probably last for several more years. (fig.4)
Windows: The widows appear to have been replaced fairly recently
and are in decent shape. They would, however, probably not comply
with current energy codes.
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EVALUATION REPORT:
INTERIOR
Structure/Foundations: The foundations, while they appear not to have shifted too much, are
minimal, close to grade, and not below frost. (fig.5) As a result the framing they support
have become rotten. A new perimeter foundation with footers below frost and top 6 to 8
inches above grade will be a necessary first step in stabilizing what is left of the original
structure.
Floor: The floor structure which is very close to the dirt in the minimal “crawlspace” is rotten
and deformed in many places especially on the east side, and will have to be entirely
replaced once the building has been re-founded. (fig.6)
Walls: The walls have a very unusual structure comprised of 2x2 studs and 1x sheathing.
(fig.7) They seem to be in good enough shape and might be adequate structurally. They
have served so far. On the other hand they provide no space for insulation and they would
most likely be “sistered” with 2x6 members anyway. While interesting as an historic feature,
the structure would not be visible unless the reinforcement and insulation happened on the
exterior. The exposed 2x2s on the interior would be interesting but not very functional for art.
Roof: The roof structure is a bizarre combination of 2x4 rafters supplemented with randomly
placed vertical props. (fig.8) It has, of course, lasted until now without noticeable
deformation, but would have to be seriously reinforced with sistered joists and ties to
accommodate the additional snow loads of insulated space.
Surfaces: most of the interior surfaces have been removed and the small amount remaining
are not of historic value.
Mechanical: There is evidence of some gas wall heaters, but all the equipment has been
removed. The roof is framed to allow for a chimney in the approximate middle of the space
but the masonry or other chimney structures have been removed.
(fig.9)
Electrical: Any remaining existing wiring is not functional.
Plumbing: The existing building does not appear to have had any plumbing.
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PROJECT OPTIONS
Potential Project Options: We present three basic options for your consideration to make a
space that might be useful for arts programs.
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Minimal version: Move structure, build new foundation, replace on new
foundation, stabilize structure, add basic electrical wiring, insulate within
existing framing, provide interior surfaces with minimal improvements.
Least cost. (model 1)
Basic accommodation of Arts activities within existing structure to
preserve some of the existing structure for historic reasons: Move
structure, build new foundation, replace on new foundation, restore and
remodel existing structure with new features such as accessible
bathroom, utility sink, chair and art supply storage, a large west window,
new entrance and porch, new larger windows and possible skylights.
Reinforce roof and wall structure and insulate. Add electric forced air heat
and mechanical ventilation with an energy recovery unit, and possibly
radiant heat. Cost varies with the inclusion of the various amenities, but
the refurbish and restoration and remodeling process is the most
expensive. (model 2)
Demolish existing structure and build a new structure on a new
foundation that resembles the existing building, but has the features and
systems to accommodate all the anticipated arts needs. This new
structure could be somewhat larger than the existing structure, but would
be similar enough in shape, and materials to be mistaken for the original.
Overall cost will vary depending on the scale and amenities, but the
process is the least cost per conditioned space.
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This version would involve the minimal amount of cost to stabilize the existing structure, but would not result in a space that would be very useful as an arts facility
as it would not have a bathroom, heat, or ventilation. The most minimal version would have a new foundation with crawlspace, a new flat floor, and some new
lighting. The existing structure would be reinforced only as required, original surfaces removed, and the remaining structure painted white to brighten space. It
would not have plumbing, heat or only minimal heat so it would not need to be insulated. This version would only be able to be used in the summer. Its purpose
would be to preserve and stabilize the “historic” structure and retain some possibility for arts use or storage.
Version 2 would attempt to make the most useful space possible for arts activities within the confines of the existing structure. In this case some of the purely
historic qualities would be sacrificed in order to make a functional arts facility. From the outside the building would look pretty much the way it does now with the
exception of a porch entry, a large west window for light, and longer windows in general. Other exterior modifications might include skylights, metal roof, new paint
scheme, and ventilation vents. Inside there would be an accessible bathroom, utility sink and counter, supply and stacking chair storage. Plumbing would probably
mean the space would be winterized, insulated, and then ventilated with an energy recovery system. Insulation if placed in the walls would reduce the amount of
floor area significantly or if done on the outside would add some bulk to the exterior historic proportions. The resulting space could accommodate a single artist in
residence or workspace at folding tables for 12 to 16 at folding tables. Working in and around the existing structure would no doubt involve considerable expense
depending on how much of the existing structure would have to remain. “Sistering” the rafters and studs is a tedious labor-intensive operation and in the end
would be invisible. As previously mentioned the floor joists and flooring will have to be replaced in any case. The only reason for approach #2 would be to retain
as much original historic material as possible or to save particular historic features.
Given the expense of working within and modifying an imperfect existing structure, with pretty much no useful components, it makes by far the most sense from an
economic standpoint to build a new structure from scratch. The new building could be exactly like the existing one, or it could incorporate the new features
proposed in alternative #2, or it could be slightly larger to provide more space yet retain similar proportions and window configurations. A new building of this type,
even if somewhat larger, would be considerably less expensive, and could be designed to accommodate the anticipated arts uses more closely. We are not in a
position to assess the historic value of the cabin, or which of its qualities the town of Vail values, but from a purely economic point of view, it makes much more
sense to demolish the structure and build from scratch.
We have included a couple of very rough sketches to illustrate how a new structure might add significantly to the useful area. It would pretty much double the
useful area with an addition that is basically the same shape as the original repeated to the north, and connected with a “transparent” (glass) section. The glass
section would make a clear separation between the historic resource and the new construction and provide light to the workspace. Also the illustration shows the
possibility of opening up the entire end of the new portion with glass towards the flat grassy area to the north allowing activities to flow out doors.
VAIL ARTS CABIN
EVALUATION OF ALTERNATIVES
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To: Town Council
From: Art in Public Places/Molly Eppard, AIPP Coordinator & Kara Woods, AIPP Chair
Date: 12/17/19
Subject: AIPP Program Information Update
I. Update on AIPP installations and programs during 2019 to present, as well as
upcoming summer 2020 projects.
The following will be highlighted during this AIPP presentation to Town Council:
10th Mountain Division Memorial restoration, Red Sandstone Elementary School Garage
public art, Summer public art murals, Ford Park Portals, Art Walks, Golf & Nordic
Clubhouse Interiors, High School Senior Internship, 13th Annual Vail Winterfest -
Holiday Lantern Walk, Ice & Light Installation, Summer 2019 programming, and Ford
Park Art Space.
Kelsey Montague Social Media Video: https://vimeo.com/375763060
Selected Recent AIPP Press:
https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/experience/2019/09/12/chihuly -museum-of-ice-
cream-wonderspaces-and-other-destination-art/2293996001/
https://www.9news.com/article/life/style/colorado-guide/colorado-artist-who-worked-
with-taylor-swift-paints-new-mural-in-vail/73-9157630b-c3f4-4f32-9b3f-8a2e010e6386
https://www.today.com/video/artist-kelsey-montague-dishes-on-her-interactive-street-
art-70983749783
https://hub.united.com/united-weekend-inspiration-vail-summer--2639209295.html
https://theknow.denverpost.com/2019/09/30/colorado-outdoor-art-installations/225073/
https://www.vailmag.com/articles/2019/6/7/four-colorado-artists-paint-the-town
Attachments: PDF of slideshow presentation.
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PRESENTATION BY
Molly Eppard, AIPP Coordinator
Kara Woods, AIPP Board Chair
Art in Public Places
Program Update
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Town of Vail Art in Public Places
Collection, Installations, and Programs
Spring/Summer 2019:
•10th Mountain Division Memorial
•RSES Garage Public Art
•Summer Public Art Murals
•Ford Park Portals Completion
•Art Walks
•Golf & Nordic Clubhouse
•High School Senior Internship
13th Annual Vail Winterfest:
•Lantern Making Workshops
•Holiday Lantern Walk
•Ice and Light Installation
Summer 2020:
•Installations & Programming
•Ford Park Art Space
•Stephen’s Park
Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com
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Aspening of Vail by John Fleming
Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com
Seattle-based artist John Fleming’s Aspening
of Vail work was installed this Spring. The 18
steel blades represent an aspen grove flanking
a passageway west of the new parking garage.
The artist visited in late October 2018 for a
two-day workshop with Red Sandstone
Elementary 3rd grade students to incorporate
their words and renderings in the installation.
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Summer Public Art Murals
Commissioned murals by renowned Colorado artists transformed public spaces in Vail Village &
Lionshead parking structures.
Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com
KELSEY MONTAGUE @kelseymontagueart
#whatliftsyou
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Summer Public Art Murals
Commissioned murals by renowned Colorado artists transformed public spaces in Vail Village &
Lionshead parking structures.
Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com
Pedro Barrios & Jaime Molina
@theworstcrew
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Summer Public Art Murals
Commissioned murals by renowned Colorado artists transformed public spaces in Vail Village &
Lionshead parking structures.
Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com
Informational signage for murals.
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Summer Public Art Murals
Commissioned murals by renowned Colorado artists transformed public spaces in Vail Village &
Lionshead parking structures.
Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com
Pat Milbery & So-Gnar Creative Division
@so_gnarcreativedivision
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Completed Ford Park Portals by Andy Dufford and Chevo Studio
Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com
Seven artistic wayfinding markers at pedestrian
entry points to Ford Park.
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WEDNESDAY ART WALKS
Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com
Average summer tour hosted 30 guests.
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Golf and Nordic Clubhouse Interior Enhancements
Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com
Photographic wall covering of Gore Range
by local photographer Brendan Caffrey.
Jerry R. Ford Invitational Golf Tournament (1977-1997)
Posters reproduced courtesy of Bill & Sally Hanlon.
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Vail Mountain School Senior Project/Internship
Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com
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13th Annual Vail Winterfest
Lantern Workshops, Holiday Lantern Walk, Ice and Light Installation
Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com
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13th Annual Vail Winterfest Lantern Workshops, Holiday Lantern Walk
& Ice and Light Installation
Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com
Lantern workshops with Alpine Arts Center,
partnering with Vail Public Library and VRD .
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13th Annual Vail Winterfest
Lantern Workshops, Holiday Lantern Walk, Ice and Light Installation
Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com
Holiday Lantern Walk in Vail Village
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13th Annual Vail Winterfest Lantern Workshops, Holiday Lantern Walk
& Ice and Light Installation
Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com
New for Vail Winterfest 2019!
Lighting installation by Alt Ethos
Ice Sculptures by Alpine Ice
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Summer 2020 Programs and Installations
Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com
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Stephen’s Park –Artistic Elements by Ben Roth
Anticipated installation Spring 2020.
Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com
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Ford Park Art Space Residency Space
Report and Evaluation by Harry Teague Architects
Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com
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Thank you
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I T E M /T O P I C: C S E D R A F T F ebruary 5, 2020 Meeting Minutes
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COMMISSION ON SPECIAL EVENTS MEETING
Town Hall – Council Chambers
Wednesday, February 5, 2020 @ 8:30a.m.-10:45a.m.
Minutes:
Meeting materials can be accessed after 1/31/2020 at the following link:
February Meeting Minutes
1. @ 8:30a.m.: Administrative Items (5 minutes)
a. Swearing in of CSE members for 2020-2022 term.
• Samantha Biszantz, Kim Newbury Rediker, Jill Lau
b. Approval of the Minutes from the CSE Meeting on 1/08/2020
c. Appointing Chair
• Unanimous Alison Wadey
• Vice Chair Mark Gordon Unanimous
d. Upcoming Meeting Reminders
• March 4, 2020
e. Upcoming Event Reminders
• Chinese New Year Celebration February 5
• Burton US Open February 24-29
• Vail Legacy Days February 14
• Rocky Mountain Ski Fest February 20
• Yeti Hockey February 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22
2. 8:35: Recaps (105 Minutes)
a. Vail Soccer (15 Minutes)
• Expanding 1 field at a time. Focus on quality fields. Received a
grant for field upgrades in eagle vail.
• TOV Logo included on all swag, shirts, programs, etc.
• Wadey – your confident you can continue expanding while
maintaining quality? Yes, one field at a time. 6-8 teams per field.
• Rediker – thank you for doing the grant writing. VRD maintains
Homestake peak school so we consider it our local field.
• Motion to approve final funding.
• Davis/Valenti/Unanimous
b. Vail Astronomy Nights (15 Minutes)
• Great feedback from guests. Awareness was high, people sought
out the event. Great engagement with guests of all ages. Weather
is a challenge. Need a clear sky. Will work on a communication
plan for rescheduling events due to weather/clouds.
• Rediker – the post cards and outreach to the lodging community
was great. Do we have any in the summer? No but it would be
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great. One of the core attractions is that guests get to come here
and see the stars they don’t get in the city.
• Astral photography could be a future addition.
• Wadey- were you happy with the expert you brought in? Yes, he
can talk to and engage with a 5 year old the same as an 80 year
old.
• Motion to approve final funding.
• Davis/Biszantz/unanimous
c. Revely (15 Minutes)
• Thanks to everyone who helped make this happen. To develop
and execute the event in 3 months was a challenge.
• The plan was for the event to grow over a few years. The brand
and tagline (Vail’s welcome to the brilliance of winter) were
developed and can stick around. Achieved a NPS of 74 for a first
year event. Indoor events were very helpful during the -20 degree
nights. Activated both Lionshead and VV with multiple elements. 7
cooking classes, concert, light walks, art displays, tree lighting, and
more throughout both villages.
• Biszantz – The event could be a kickoff to winter. Keep the art and
trees around longer. Mueller – Insurance was a large expense for
the public art, but we will look for partnerships in the future to keep
them around longer.
• Rediker – website was hard to navigate. Hard to find a schedule
with specific details about each of the events.
• Motion to approve final funding
• Davis/Gordon/Unanimous
d. Vail Mountaineers (15 Minutes)
• Sportsmanship Tournament Recap
• First 3 weekends of November we hosted the 40th annual
tournament. Great event with some changes based on feedback
from CSE. Partnered with 3 lodging partners all in Vail. Hosted 25
teams plus 3 vail teams. Had to turn away 4 teams. They all love
to be in Vail. ≈7500 people attending the tournament. Estimated
$875,000 direct spend.
• Motion to approve final funding for Vail Sportsmanship
Tournament.
• Rediker/Biszantz/unanimous
• Avalanche Alumni Weekend Recap
• Kristi Scheidegger - Avalanche alumni weekend is an evolving
event. 2nd year partnering with avalanche alumni association.
Attributed to star players from avalanche. Joe Sakic, Peter Budaj,
Etc. We received over $15,000 in in-kind donations for alcohol and
food. Increased attendance about 350 guests for the Saturday
game. Opened an adult clinic which also increased participation.
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Challenged financially by number of alumni players and staff that
come. 61 people that we had to pay for lodging for. Going to
replace casino night with some sort of cocktail event for 2020.
• Motion to approve final funding for avalanche alumni weekend.
• Rediker/Davis/Unanimous
e. Vail Skating Festival (15 Minutes)
• Eddie Shipstad – This event wouldn’t happen without the support of
the town. Thank you for your assistance. Moved the event a week
later this year. Attendance was better for the outdoor shows.
About 250 guests at each outdoor show. Ice spectacular had 100
more people than last year. Goal was about 200 more year over
year. Moving the week later cost more in lodging and other
expenses but I think it paid off. The 90 minute length of the show is
great for this audience.
• Beth Slifer – What were the dates? What is the 2020 date?
Shipstad – I want to discuss that. I was hoping for more
attendance at that later week.
• Beth – Will your performers ever perform on glice? Shipstad- yes
but you must be a very proficient skater. Only my best skaters will
perform on it.
• Wadey – That is a tough time of the year for locals. Shipstad – we
lost people in the clinic this year. Wadey – postcards in hotels well
in advance could help get tourists who skate aware of the program.
Bring your skates!
• Get the website up to date earlier and reach out to the hotels in the
summer.
• Wadey – what is the CSE input? Midweek during the Christmas
week is fine. Davis – we try to support the producer and your
expertise on the right dates.
• Davis/Valenti/unanimous
f. Vail Snow Days (15 Minutes) -
• The snow came which was great for the mountain but a challenge
for our concerts. Saturday, we delayed opening of gates due to
road conditions. Making a move beyond the concerts for snow
days. More activation in the villages. Demos, coffee vendors, car
vendors. Active vibe. Expanded the block party on i-bridge. Great
success with number of people moving through the village
activations. Working with merchants was a success again. Snow
days live, Bloodies and Bluegrass, etc.
• Biszantz – what is the capacity of ford park. Wolfe – the way we
built it it was about 7500. Biszantz - You said attendance was
15,000. Wolfe – that includes the village activations. Wolfe –
Friday we clicked about 5800, Saturday 3800.
• Biszantz – you have done snow days for a long time. Do you think
the town is getting 5x the value of what we used to? Wolfe – it is a
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very soft weekend. We do see a difference in occupancy once we
announce bands. Is it 5x? Not sure I have that data. Hard to
determine because Christmas falls in the same month.
• Gordon – I know you changed the model for spring back. Are you
anticipating changing the model for snow days in the future. Wolfe
– I don’t think so. We want a low barrier to entry. The one thing we
did change is that it became a 3rd party event from vail mountain
which allows us to sell sponsorship categories outside of strategic
alliance. Vail mountain was a big partner cash and in kind in the
past but that was not the case this year
• Motion to approve final funding.
• Davis/valenti/unanimous
g. Vail Holidays (15 Minutes) Laurie Asmussen
• The Holidays event involves mostly promoting the auxiliary events
around town.
• Partnered with Sonnenalp for tree lighting. 40th anniversary of
Sonnenalp and 100 of Bavarian hotel.
• Challenging to get guests around town based on the calendar
listing with events all over town.
• Originally created as an ambient umbrella of events.
• Wadey – B’nai should present earlier in the ROS. Asmussen -
There were logistically challenges getting rabbi here.
• Beth Slifer – Its confusing having Revely hard stop after
thanksgiving then holidays starts. Should they be one event.
• Rediker – people love the ski down and the fireworks. It was
difficult to get everyone over there on time. Lines of people to get
over to golden peak. We should work with town transportation to
get people over and we should communicate to guests that they
need to plan more than 15 minutes to get there.
• Rediker/Valenti/unanimous
3. @ RRC 2019 Event Survey Results (25 Minutes)
4. @ 10:45 .a.m.: New Business (5 minutes)
a. Davis – Jill and I attended the ski house event. It fit wery well in breck but
with our different clientele it might not work great here.
b. Biszantz – Powabunga is ranked 3 of 20 in top new events poll.
c. Beth Slifer – Project funway is a terribly important event. All about locals.
Really wonderful community event. Make the best of a very difficult
space. Quote from a guest Beth heard “Feels so good that I can come to
an event and give $50. I can’t go to the events where people are giving
$20,000.“
Adjournment @10:35 a.m.
Davis/Valenti/Unanimous
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I T E M /T O P I C: V L HA J anuary 28, 2020 Meeting Results
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V L H A January 28, 2020 Meeting Results
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Vail Local Housing Authority
Meeting Results
January 28, 2020
3:00 PM
Town Council Chambers
75 S. Frontage Road - Vail, Colorado, 81657
MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT
Steve Lindstrom
Mary McDougall
Molly Morales
Francisco Meza
James Wilkins, arrived at 3:10PM
STAFF: Lynne Campbell
1. Call to Order
A quorum being present Lindstrom called the meeting to order at 3:04PM. Wilkins arrived at
3:10PM.
2. Citizen Participation
There is no one present from the public.
3. Approval of Minutes
2.1 VLHA January 14, 2020 Meeting Results
MOTION: MORALES SECOND: MCDOUGALL VOTE: 3-0-1 APPROVED
MEZA ABSTAINED)
4. Main Agenda
4.1 Discussion Review of a Communications Strategy for Deed-Restricted Homes in Vail
Presenter: Susan Mitchell, Town of Vail
The Authority and Mitchell discussed rebranding names for VLHA and including taglines.
Mitchell said the goal is to create an umbrella brand using 2-3 words which will become the
public brand name. The new brand will indicate the cooperation between Vail Town Council
and VLHA partnership or initiative to pull everything together.
Names and taglines were provided for review as well Mitchell sought the Authority’s ideas.
She is looking for a name which will stick… The Authority want to keep Vail in the Authority
name, Vail Local Housing Authority.
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Timeline for name and tagline-
Present to Housing Subcommittee on February 4, 2020 and Town Council on February 18,
2020.
Naming and words the Authority liked:
o sustaining, community, connect,
Creating, Keeping Vail Home,
o R.O.O.T.S. = revolutionized
ownership for tomorrow’s stewards,
o Commons, Vail Connect
o 4 Cs= community-collaboration-
connect…
o One Vail Community
o Dwell Vail
o Capture Vail
o Partnership
o Teams
o Core
o Dwelling: house, crib, building,
home, flat, habitat, residence(s)
resident
o Household
o Abode
o Homebase
o Digs
o Vail Housing Matters
o Good Night Vail
o Domain Vail
o Living, LIVE Vail
o Tagline Resident Housing
Sustains Our Community
o Reside Vail
By end of day Thursday, January 30, 2020 Mitchell wants feedback from the Authority.
Subsequently, Suzanne Silverthorn and the Board reviewed questions to add to the
community survey. Silverthorn said this could be an opportunity to test public opinion and
Housing Authority awareness. How much does the Authority want to ask? The Town
anticipates having the survey ready end of March early April before ski season is finished.
Should questions from the long-term funding survey be added. Review questions with
Summit Information Systems (SIS). Silverthorn is working with RRC for a statistically valid
survey.
Morales wants to ensure “resident housing” is used instead of work force or employee
housing.
Feedback to Silverthorn is needed by February 7, 2020. Comments will be provided to the
consultants and presented to Council on February 18, 2020.
The Authority wants to ensure the survey refers to resident housing. Questions were
reviewed.
Lindstrom asked Silverthorn if a video is available from the Council retreat meeting.
Silverthorn noted the work session was not taped and meeting notes are being put together
and will be available soon.
4.2 Resolution No. 2, Series of 2020, a Resolution Approving the Purchase of a Deed
Restriction Interest in Property (Type III Deed Restriction) in the Town of Vail Legally
Described as Condominium Unit 9, Wren House Condominiums, Eagle County,
Colorado with a Physical Address of 5024 Main Gore Drive South, Unit 9, Vail
Colorado; and Setting Forth Details in Regard Thereto.
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Presenter: Lynne Campbell, Housing Coordinator
MOTION: MCDOUGALL SECOND: MORALES VOTE: 5-0 APPROVED
4.3 Resolution No. 3, Series of 2020, a Resolution Approving the Purchase of a Deed
Restriction Interest in Property (Type III Deed Restriction) in the Town of Vail Legally
Described as Condominium Unit 103-A, Altair Vail Inn Condominiums, Eagle County,
Colorado with a Physical Address of 4192 Spruce Way, Unit 103A, Vail Colorado;
and Setting Forth Details in Regard Thereto.
Presenter: Lynne Campbell, Housing Coordinator
MOTION: MORALES SECOND: WILKINS VOTE: 5-0 APPROVED
4.4 Resolution No. 4, Series of 2020, a Resolution Approving the Purchase of a Deed
Restriction Interest in Property (Type III Deed Restriction) in the Town of Vail Legally
Described as Condominium Unit A-11, Vail das Schone Condominiums, Eagle
County, Colorado with a Physical Address of 2111 North Frontage Road West, Unit
A-11, Vail Colorado; and Setting Forth Details in Regard Thereto.
Presenter: Lynne Campbell, Housing Coordinator
MOTION: WILKINS SECOND: MEZA VOTE: 5-0 APPROVED
5. Matters from the Chairman and Authority Members
5.1 Matters from the Chairman and Authority Members
Presenter: Steve Lindstrom, Chairman
Lindstrom discussed a Council retreat mention regarding the Housing environmental impact
study. Who is responsible for contracting and who’s budget, Environmental or Housing?
The Highline PEC project was tabled to February 10, 2020. Morales expanded on the
Highline project. The Authority believes this project review and outcome will be good to
follow. Meza wondered if this outcome could create a president.
6. Executive Session
6.1 Executive Session per C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(a)(e) - to discuss the purchase,
acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property interests and to determine positions,
develop a strategy and instruct negotiators, regarding: submitted Vail InDEED
applications and program details.
Presenter: Lynne Campbell, Housing Coordinator
There were no items for the executive session.
7. Any Action as a Result of Executive Session
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7.1 Any Action as a Result of Executive Session
8. Adjournment
8.1 Adjournment 5:00 PM (estimated)
MOTION: WILKINS SECOND: MORALES VOTE: 5-0 APPROVED
9. Future Agenda Items
9.1
• Incentives for Long Term Rentals in the Town of Vail
• Deed Restriction Compliance and Enforcement Policy Recommendation
• 2019 EHU Compliance Status Update
• Housing Sites Discussion Civic Area Plan
• Land Banking (sale of GRFA)
• Public Health Housing Incentive, Eagle County Health Commercial Linkage and
Inclusionary Zoning Updates
10. Next Meeting Date
10.1 Next Meeting Date February 11, 2020
Meeting agendas and materials can be accessed prior to meeting day on the Town of Vail
website www.vailgov.com. All housing authority meetings are open to the public. Times
and order of agenda are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to
determine at what time the Vail Local Housing Authority will discuss an item. Please call
(970) 479-2150 for additional information. Please call 711 for sign language interpretation
48 hours prior to meeting time.
Housing Department
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I T E M /T O P I C: Vail Trailblazer Award Recipient
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I T E M /T O P I C: Executive Session, pursuant to: 1) C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b)(e) - to receive legal
advice on specific legal questions; and to determine positions, develop a strategy and instruct
negotiators, Regarding: Potential Deed Restricted Housing Sites, and
2) C R S 24-6-402-(4)(e), develop strategy and instruct negotiators, Regarding: contract with
Highline Sports and Entertainment for production of Spring B ack to Vail.
P RE S E NT E R(S ): Matt Mire, Town Attorney
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