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Home My WebLink About2023-04 A Resolution Establishing a Process for the Naming or Commemoration of Town-Owned Properties, including Parks, Plazas, Streets, Buildings. and Interior SpacesRESOLUTION NO.4 Series of 2023 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A PROCESS FOR THE NAMING OR COMMEMORATION OF TOWN -OWNED PROPERTIES, INCLUDING PARKS, PLAZAS, STREETS, BUILDINGS, AND INTERIOR SPACES WHEREAS, since the incorporation of the Town of Vail in 1966, various parks, buildings, plazas, streets, and other landmarks have been named to recognize the contributions of Vail's dreamers, builders, trailblazers, and other influences that have drawn upon Vail's alpine setting and European roots; WHEREAS, no written guidelines outlining previous commemoration processes have been documented; WHEREAS, in anticipation of future naming opportunities, the need for guidelines and considerations has been identified to not only reflect practices of the past, but to provide a formal structure for future decisions by the Town's governing body; WHEREAS, it is the ongoing mission of the Cultural Heritage Preservation and Programs Committee to preserve, enrich, and sustain the cultural and historic legacy of Vail to fulfill its vision to connect Vail's past, present and future to create a legacy that inspires future generations to celebrate and sustain our community, its history, and heritage; WHEREAS, to connect Vail's past, present and future, a framework for opportunities to recognize additional social, environmental and economic influences should be established with adoption of a public nomination process and review criteria for the Naming or Commemoration of Town -owned Properties, including Parks, Plazas, Streets, Buildings, and Interior Spaces; and WHEREAS, a formal naming process will offer a consistent and systematic approach for the Naming or Commemoration of Town -owned Properties in the future. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO THAT: Section 1. The Town Council hereby approves the criteria and process for the Naming or Commemoration of Town -owned Properties, including Parks, Plazas, Streets, Buildings, and Interior Spaces hereto as Exhibit A. Section 2. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage. INTRODUCED, PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail held this 21st day of March 2023. If Kim Langmaid, Town Mayor ATTEST: Town Clerk EXHIBIT A TOWN OF VAIL CULTURAL HERITAGE PRESERVATION AND PROGRAMS COMMITTEE NOMINATION PROCESS NAMING OR COMMEMORATION OF TOWN -OWNED PROPERTIES, INCLUDING PARKS, PLAZAS, STREETS, BUILDINGS, AND INTERIOR SPACES OVERVIEW Since the incorporation of the Town of Vail in 1966, various parks, buildings, plazas, streets, and other landmarks have been named to recognize the contributions of Vail's dreamers, builders, trailblazers, and other influences that have drawn upon Vail's alpine setting and European roots. In anticipation of future naming opportunities, the following guidelines have been established to not only reflect practices of the past, but to provide a formal structure for future decisions. NOMINATION PROCESS To connect Vail's past, present and future, a nomination process has been established to recognize social, environmental, and economic influences for the Naming or Commemoration of Town -owned Properties, including Parks, Plazas, Streets, Buildings, and Interior Spaces. The process is as follows: Nomination Submittals for Naming/Commemoration First-time nominations may be made at any time by members of the public, including Vail Town Council members and Town staff. Town of Vail residency is not required to submit a nomination. The nomination form is available on the Town of Vail website at httas://www.vailaov.com/com mu n itv/cultura I -he ritaoe-oresenmtinn-omerams[oc)m mem orative - namina-nomination-form Nominations must be in writing and will be evaluated based on the following criteria: Does the naming inspire future generations to celebrate a historical figure, place, event, or other instance of historical or cultural significance? Does the naming involve a natural or geological feature? Does the naming involve an individual or individuals whose legacy is well documented in how the actions have shaped Vail in the past or present and/or how it will influence Vail in the future? • Does the naming honor a fallen community member in recognition of their life's passion? • Does the naming formalize a nickname or common use identification? • Does the naming honor an individual or individuals as a stipulation of a donation of property or financial contribution? + Is the naming timeless in that it reflects the tradition, continuity, and values of the community in perpetuity? • Is there a circumstance where a renaming is warranted to address historical accuracy or a circumstance of dishonor? Nomination Evaluation Process for Naming/Commemoration Once submitted by the nominator, the nomination will be evaluated by members of the Town of Vail Cultural Heritage Preservations and Programs Committee Cultural Heritame Preservation & Prorrams I Vail, Co [vailaov.com) with follow up research conducted as needed to complete its due diligence. Nominations approved by the Cultural Heritage Committee will be forwarded to the Vail Town Council for formal consideration to be presented at a public meeting in which the Town Council may approve, deny, or modify the recommendation. The nominator will be invited to offer comment during the public meeting in support of the nomination. During its formal review, Town Council may choose to direct the Committee and/or Town staff to continue with additional fact finding, budget and design assessments, project schedules, etc., with additional project updates to Town Council as necessary to bring closure to the nomination. It should be noted that initial approval of a nomination by the Town Council is preliminary and does not commit expenditures to cant' out a nomination or commemoration. This action can only be completed as part of the Town's budget adoption process. Nominators whose applications are not approved by the Cultural Heritage Committee and/or Town Council will be informed of the decision. Nominators may resubmit a more detailed application after three (3) months. If the revised application fails to receive support by the Cultural Heritage Committee and/or Town Council, any further attempts by the nominatorwill be suspended for a minimum of one (1) year. Examples of Town -owned Property Named for Individuals in Vail: • Susan Knott Memorial Bridge • Pulls Bridge • Katsos Ranch • Gerald R. Ford Park & Amphitheater • Betty Ford Alpine Gardens • Betty Ford Way (through Ford Park) • Bill Wright Tennis Center • Ben Krueger Room (Vail Goff & Nordic Center) • Roger Staub Park • Ted Kindel Park • Eaton Plaza/Founders Plaza • Seibert Circle • Slifer Square • John and Cissy Dobson Covered Bridge • Mayors' Park • Dobson Ice Arena • Zeke M. Pierce Skatepark • John F. Donovan Park • Stephens Park • Ellefson Park