HomeMy WebLinkAboutRobyn SmithPlanning and Environmental Commission (PEC) Application
The Planning and Environmental Commission (PEC) is a seven-member volunteer board.
The PEC is responsible for the review and determination of requests for variances and conditional use permits, and
recommendation to Town Council on special development districts, subdivisions, rezonings, various Town of Vail proposed
plans and other community matters per the Town Charter and ordinances.
The PEC meets on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 1 p.m. in the Vail Municipal Building.
Name of Applicant *
Phone Number *
Email *
Is the Town of Vail
considered your
primary residence?*
Proof of Residence *
Are you a registered
voter in the Town of
Vail?*
Section 3-2-6 of the Vail Town Code prescribes the function of the PEC. According to the Town Code, The PEC shall have the
following function and duties:
a. Make and adoption of master plans for approval by the Town Council,
b. Review and recommend zoning regulations and subdivision regulations to the Town Council,
c. Review and approve environmental impact reports and mitigation measures as required by the Zoning Regulations, review
and comment on programs and studies of environmental issues,
d. Conduct research of environmental issues,
e. Make recommendations to the Town Council for control of pollution and the protection of the environment, Advise the
Town Council on appropriate actions when air and water quality standards are violated, and
f. Consider other matters pertaining to the Commission and to act in an advisory role to the Town Council.
Given the above
prescribed role of the
PEC, what makes you
uniquely qualified to
serve on the
Commission?*
Robyn Smith
9175967618
robyn@embuzi.com
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PEC Responsibilities
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PEC service represents an opportunity to leverage my analytical capacity to explore
and evaluate the intersection of policy and practical applications of regulation. As a
PEC member, I would strive to facilitate the execution of Vail’s recipe for social,
environmental, and economic success by applying the standards set forth in Vail’s
Town Code through the lens of the mission, vision, and values adopted by the Town
Council.
Please provide an
example from your
past which
demonstrates your
qualifications and
explain why you are
interested in serving
on the PEC?*
Please describe your
availability to attend
PEC meetings for the
duration of your term
and identify any
conflicts of interest
that may arise as a
result of your
employment,
personal and/or
professional
relationships or
financial interests in
the Town of Vail.*
Vail is a small
community and
everyone seems to
know each other in
one form or another.
Please describe your
abilities to act in a
quasi-judicial role
and provide at least
one example where
you had to make and
unpopular decision
on an issued based
upon a set of criteria
or other certain
considerations.*
Resume (optional)
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I am a passionate advocate for the protection of environmental and cultural
resources for current and future generations. Recently I have been an active
participant in the evolution of Vail’s Destination Stewardship effort. I also served in
the Peace Corps Uganda as Economic Development volunteer with specific focus
on community-based sustainable tourism.
Community is the cornerstone of conservation - the Planning and Environmental
Commission is instrumental to both.
The PEC meets on the second and fourth Mondays of each month. Meetings begin at
1:00 pm and typically adjourn by 5:00 pm. PEC members shall be appointed to a 2
year term. Attendance at meetings is critical as it provides a broad representation on
matters before the PEC and promotes a fair and equitable development review
process.
5000 Characters Max
I am self employed. I have the personal and professional flexibility to attend all
meetings - and do the homework.
The PEC is often asked to act in a quasi-judicial (like a judge) on development
applications. Decision making is guided by review criteria and findings of fact. The
review criteria are prescribed by the Vail Town Code.
5000 Characters Max
Adherence to rules, principle, and process is essential to achieving buy-in from all
parties. The goal of any conflict resolution is to achieve commitment, not consensus.
I started my career managing private jets. It was my responsibility to act as the
enforcer of federal rules and regulations for a clientele that is not traditionally
accustomed to being told no. With years of experience canceling and delaying the
flights of the rich, famous, and powerful; I am well practiced in disappointing people
in a professional and respectful manner while retaining respect and customer loyalty
- irrespective of my personal feelings and motivations.
Letter of Interest
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