HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-04-04 Agenda and Supporting Documentation Town Council Afternoon Meeting Agenda1.Presentation/Discussion
1.1 Residences at Main Vail Update 15 min.
Listen to presentation and provide feedback.
Presenter(s): Kathleen Halloran, Deputy Town Manager and
George Ruther, Housing Director
Background: On March 21, Town Council provided feedback
regarding the operations for the upcoming Residences at Main
Vail homes. The purpose of this discussion is in response to
those questions and concerns.
1.2 Timber Ridge Update 15 min.
Listen to presentation and provide feedback.
Presenter(s): George Ruther, Housing Director
Background: The purpose of this agenda item is to continue
sharing regular updates on the progress of the Timber Ridge
Village Redevelopment Committee towards the start of the
redevelopment of the Timber Ridge Village Apartments by no
later than May 1, 2024.
1.3 Draft Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan 45 min.
Staff seeks any initial and high-level feedback on the plan with
a focus on the following: Does Town Council agree with PEC
that the goals of the EVRP support and are consistent with the
town’s climate action goals, the GoEV City Resolution, and
existing plans?
Presenter(s): Cameron Millard, Energy Efficiency Coordinator
Background: Introduce a draft Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan
(EVRP), which has been forwarded to the Town Council with a
recommendation for approval by the Planning and
Environmental Commission. The draft plan identifies goals and
strategies that support the objectives of the GoEV City
Resolution No. 48, Series of 2021, and makes actionable the
clean transportation priorities set by Town Council.
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
Afternoon Session Agenda
Town Council Chambers and virtual via Zoom
Zoom meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9uLCKsn1R8aLi0wHzs2eyA
1:35 PM, April 4, 2023
Notes:
Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to determine what time
Council will consider an item.
RMV Policy memo Apr 4 23.docx
Timber Ridge Village Apartments Redevelopment Update 04042023.docx
Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan Memo.pdf
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1.4 Vail Community Hub Update 30 min.
Listen to presentation and provide feedback.
Presenter(s): Russell Forrest, Town Manager and Matt
Gennett, Community Development Director
Background: The Vail Civic Area Plan, adopted by Council in
November 2019, includes conceptual schematic drawings and
descriptive language regarding a new Civic Hub located on
what is known as the ‘Charter Bus Lot’, located immediately to
the east of the Lionshead Parking Structure. The plan
contemplates this new facility and outdoor plaza as a focal
point for the community with options for a variety of public uses
to be programmed and accommodated within. During an
information update at their November 1, 2022, meeting,
Council directed staff to refocus the primary purpose of this
new facility toward community-based needs and not solely on
cultural arts uses.
2.DRB / PEC (5 min.)
2.1 DRB/PEC Update
3.Information Update
3.1 March 14, 2023 VLHA Meeting Minutes
3.2 EHU Compliance Update
3.3 March Revenue Update
4.Matters from Mayor, Council and Committee Reports (10 min.)
5.Executive Session (50 min.) Executive Session pursuant to:
1. C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b) to hold a conference with the Town Attorney, to receive legal
advice on specific legal questions on the topic of: Reggie D. Delponte Residence Trust No. 1
and Reggie D. Delponte Residence Trust No. 2 v. Town of Vail, case number 2022CV30107;
and Town of Vail v. Reggie D. Delponte Residence Trust No. 1 and Reggie D. Delponte
Residence Trust No. 2, case number 2022CA819; and
2. C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(e) to determine positions relative to matters that may be subject to
negotiations, develop a strategy for negotiations, and instruct negotiators; and C.R.S. §24-6-
402(4)(a) to consider the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer or sale of real, personal or
other property, on the topics of: 1) potential workforce housing development on property
referred to as West Middle Creek, Vail, CO; Tract A, Middle Creek Subdivision; 2) the
redevelopment of the Timber Ridge deed restricted housing project 1281 North Frontage
Road West, Vail, CO 81657; and 3) the Master Lease between the Town of Vail and the Vail
Corporation for the Timber Ridge deed restricted housing development.
Draft TOV Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan.pdf
Town Council EV Readiness Plan Presentation.pdf
Council memo Vail Community Hub.pdf
Public Input.pdf
PEC Results 3-27-23.pdf
2023-3-14 VLHA Minutes.pdf
EHU Compliance Status Update Memo.pdf
230404 Revenue Update.pdf
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6.Recess 4:25pm (estimate)
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 1.1
Item Cover Page
DATE:April 4, 2023
TIME:15 min.
SUBMITTED BY:Stephanie Bibbens, Town Manager
ITEM TYPE:Presentation/Discussion
AGENDA SECTION:Presentation/Discussion
SUBJECT:Residences at Main Vail Update
SUGGESTED ACTION:Listen to presentation and provide feedback.
PRESENTER(S):Kathleen Halloran, Deputy Town Manager and George Ruther,
Housing Director
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
RMV Policy memo Apr 4 23.docx
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TO:Vail Town Council
FROM:Residences at Main Vail (RMV) Operating Committee
DATE:April 4, 2023
SUBJECT: Residences at Main Vail Operations
I.SUMMARY
On March 21, Town Council provided feedback regarding the operations for the upcoming
Residences at Main Vail homes. The purpose of this discussion is in response to those
questions and concerns.
II.BACKGROUND
The Town of Vail is constructing a 100% deed-restricted, for-rent, residential development on
Lot 3, Middle Creek Subdivision with occupancy by August 1, 2023. The Town’s sole objective
of the 72-unit Residences of Main Vail Project is to advance, in part, the Town’s adopted
housing goal of acquiring 1,000 additional deed restrictions by the year 2027.
On March 21, Town Council reviewed a variety of policies relating to the operation of the
Residences at Main Vail. The remaining questions from Council are addressed below.
II.DISCUSSION
Discounted Rent for Timber Ridge Relocation:
Town Council is supportive of using Residences at Main Vail as a relocation opportunity for
Timber Ridge residents however did not agree with a discounted rent applied to any Timber
Ridge resident. Staff was directed to develop a needs-based eligibility process for residents
that would then qualify for the discounted rent.
Staff recommends that eligible residents have an income threshold of 100% Area Median
Income or less:
Household 100% AMI
(Max income to be eligible)
1 person $ 78,300
2 person $ 89,500
3 person $100,700
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The RMV property manager will ask every Timber Ridge resident to fill out an eligibility
application during the first month opportunity. Supporting documentation will consist of a tax
return for the most recent tax year filing (2022).
Annual Rent Increases:
Town Council also expressed concern about the discounted rents continuing with only 5% per
year increases. With the large amount of debt undertaken by the town, Council stated that the
town should be diligent in covering expenses and paying down the debt. Staff recommends that
rather than a 5% increase per year, residents with a discounted rent would pay an increase
of 7% for the second and third years of residence at RMV, and then by the fourth year be
paying normal RMV rental rates. Residents signing up for normal rental rates year 1 will have
5% annual increases, because they are starting at the higher rents.
Example rent structure for Timber Ridge residents meeting eligibility requirements:
Unit Type Rent Aug 2023 Rent Aug 2024 Rent Aug 2025 Rent Aug 2026
2bd / 1 ba $1,800 / mo $1,926 / mo $2,061 $2,344
Annual
increase 7%7%13.7%
If normal RMV rental rates were charged to all residents, the town would need to subsidize the
first year of operations by approximately $18,000. In discounting rent for Timber Ridge
residents, a $100,000 subsidy is necessary. To mitigate that gap in funding, the town will reach
out to Eagle County for possible assistance in gap funding.
Eagle County Rental Assistance:
Available to low-income renters, Eagle County has a rental assistance program that provides
first and last month’s rent to eligible participants to essentially cover their security deposit.
Participants earning under 120% AMI must pay back one month’s rent over an agreed-upon
term; participants earning more than 120% AMI must pay back the entire two month’s rent over
an agreed-upon term. To be eligible, renters must be employed in Eagle County and must not
have more than five times the amount of rental assistance requested in the bank. Rental
assistance is paid directly to the landlord pending a signed lease, with a minimum of a one-year
term.
II.ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL
Does Council agree with the eligibility process and criteria for Timber Ridge residents relocating
to receive discounted rent?
Does Council agree with the rental rates recommended above?
Please provide any other direction for staff on the above items as we move closer to the opening
of The Residences at Main Vail.
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 1.2
Item Cover Page
DATE:April 4, 2023
TIME:15 min.
SUBMITTED BY:Steph Johnson, Housing
ITEM TYPE:Presentation/Discussion
AGENDA SECTION:Presentation/Discussion
SUBJECT:Timber Ridge Update
SUGGESTED ACTION:Listen to presentation and provide feedback.
PRESENTER(S):George Ruther, Housing Director
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
Timber Ridge Village Apartments Redevelopment Update 04042023.docx
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75 South Frontage Road West Housing Department
Vail, Colorado 81657 970.479.2150
vailgov.com
MEMORANDUM
To: Vail Town Council
From: George Ruther, Housing Director
Date: April 4, 2023
Re:Timber Ridge Village Apartments Redevelopment Committee Update
I.Purpose
The Timber Ridge Village Apartments Redevelopment Committee is tasked with providing
regular updates on the progress of the redevelopment of Timber Ridge.
The purpose of this agenda item is to continue sharing regular updates on the progress of the
Timber Ridge Village Redevelopment Committee towards the start of the redevelopment of the
Timber Ridge Village Apartments by no later than May 1, 2024.
II.Status Update on Reservations Process and Community Lottery
The Vail Town Council authorized the sale of up to homes (161 Businesses/87 Individuals) with
the remaining homes set aside for the Town of Vail to own for rental purposes.
On Friday, March 23, the reservation process for business owners wishing to purchase homes
at Timber Ridge was opened. The reservation process is offered on a first come/first serve
basis. In addition to identifying the number and type of homes desired, purchasing business
owners were required to execute a reservation agreement and remit a $5,000 per home fully
refundable deposit payment. An additional deposit will be required at a future date to be
determined. A total of 141 homes have been reserved by 47 businessess. Of the homes set
aside for business owner purchase, only 9 studios, 10 three-bedroom and 1 four-bedroom home
remain available for reservation and purchase. A reservation wait list has been established.
A community housing lottery process will be created for individuals within the community
wishing to purchase homes at Timber Ridge. Like other community lotteries conducted for deed
restricted homes purchase, the process will require a complete application, an earnest money
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deposit, and the demonstrated ability to obtain financing to complete the home purchase. The
timing of the community housing lottery has not yet been determined.
III.Schedule
Construction is planned to commence on May 1, 2024. Entitlements and permitting will occur
between now and May 2024. With a May 2024 construction start, the first homes will be ready
for occupancy by November, 2025. To remain on schedule, development review applications
will be submitted to the Town by no later than June 26, 2023 allowing the public review portion
of the entitlement process to get underway in July, 2023.
The next regularly scheduled update from the Timber Ridge Village Apartments Redevelopment
Committee is set for May 2, 2023. The Town of Vail and Triumph mutually agree to the approval
of a development agreement by no later than May 16, 2023.
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 1.3
Item Cover Page
DATE:April 4, 2023
TIME:45 min.
SUBMITTED BY:Cameron Millard, Environmental Sustainability
ITEM TYPE:Presentation/Discussion
AGENDA SECTION:Presentation/Discussion
SUBJECT:Draft Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan
SUGGESTED ACTION:Staff seeks any initial and high-level feedback on the plan with a focus
on the following: Does Town Council agree with PEC that the goals of
the EVRP support and are consistent with the town’s climate action
goals, the GoEV City Resolution, and existing plans?
PRESENTER(S):Cameron Millard, Energy Efficiency Coordinator
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan Memo.pdf
Draft TOV Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan.pdf
Town Council EV Readiness Plan Presentation.pdf
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To: Vail Town Council
From: Department of Environmental Sustainability
Date: April 4th, 2023
Subject: Town of Vail Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan
I. Purpose
The purpose of this memorandum is to introduce a draft Electric Vehicle Readiness
Plan (EVRP), which has been forwarded to the Town Council with a recommend ation
for approval by the Planning and Environmental Commission. The draft plan identifies
goals and strategies that support the objectives of the GoEV City Resolution No. 48,
Series of 2021, and makes actionable the clean transportation priorities set by Town
Council.
II. Background
In October of 2021, The Vail Town Council adopted the Go Electric Vehicle (GoEV) City
Resolution No. 48, Series of 2021. The GoEV City Resolution is a commitment to
reduce transportation-related emissions through electrification of vehicles and micro-
mobility solutions. Transportation is the second leading cause of greenhouse gas
(GHG) emissions in the Town of Vail, and electric vehicle readiness is needed to reduce
those emissions in accordance with adopted climate action goals of a 50% reduction in
GHG by 2030 and 80% by 2050.
In response to the GoEV City Resolution, staff prepared a draft EV Readiness Plan.
Goals and strategies in the plan have been critically evaluated across town
departments, including Environmental Sustainability, Public Works and Transportation,
Planning, Parking, Streets, and Fire. The EVRP incorporates feedback and direction
from the Planning and Environmental Commission (PEC) and input from a community
survey also informed the plan. The EVRP considers and aligns with regional and
statewide efforts to increase adoption of electrified transportation, including the State
of Colorado’s goal of nearly one million electric vehicles on the roads by
2030. Equitable access to EVs and micro -mobility travel inform many of the strategies
throughout. Staff recommends an update to the plan every three years to keep pace
with evolving technology and practices.
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Feedback and Review Process
Staff conducted an internal and external review process which included key town
departments, the PEC, and a public survey. Feedback informed the development of
goals and strategies outlined in the plan. The EV readiness survey to gather community
input was made available on EngageVail.com, and helped prioritize strategies that
increase benefits and reduce barriers to EV adoption.
Presentations and internal review meetings include:
• Initial presentation of high-level goals and strategies to the PEC – 10/24/22
• Planning Department review of goals and strategies - 12/5/22
• Design Review Team - 12/7/22
• Presentation of refined goals and strategies to the PEC – 12/12/22
• Engage Vail – Community Survey 12/15/22-3/30/23
• Public Works leadership review - 12/13/22
• Fire Chief and Fire Marshal – correspondence throughout the process
• Presentation of the plan to PEC on 02/27/23 resulted in a recommendation for
adoption into the town’s Comprehensive Plan
III. Discussion
Staff seeks initial and high-level feedback from Town Council on, but not limited to, the
following goals included in the draft EV Readiness Plan:
Infrastructure: A rapid expansion of public charging infrastructure, resulting in a tenfold
increase in Level 2 chargers by 2030 and fourfold increase in fast charging with
prioritization directed towards gaps in access
Fleet: Lead-by-example adoption of electric fleet and transit vehicles at the Town of
Vail, resulting in a 30% electric fleet by 2030 and 100% electric bus fleet by 2032, and
100% zero-emission fleet by 2050
Policy: Fund new public EV infrastructure, reduce barriers to EV charging through
development policies, and increase benefits of ownership of EVs by residents and
employees
Community: 30% of all vehicles in the Vail community are electric by 2030, 100% are
zero-emissions by 2050, and community-wide infrastructure will increase by tenfold
Micro-mobility: Expansion of e-bike and micro-mobility infrastructure, equity programs
to ensure accessibility, and increased adoption of micro-mobility year-over-year
Strategies to support these goals are based on best available practice s and include
infrastructure build out, procurement, policy, education and outreach, collaboration and
equity-focused programs.
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IV. Action Requested of Council
Staff seeks any initial and high-level feedback on the plan with a focus on the following:
Does Town Council agree with PEC that the goals of the EVRP support and are
consistent with the town’s climate action goals, the GoEV City Re solution, and existing
plans?
V. Next Steps
Staff will incorporate initial feedback and return to Council to review the strategies
identified in the EVRP, with the intent for future adoption of the plan by resolution to be
incorporated into the town's Comprehensive Plan.
VI. Attachments
A. Draft TOV Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan
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TOWN OF VAIL / 2023ELECTRIC VEHICLE
READINESS PLAN
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2 Executive Summary
3 Introduction
4 EV Readiness Vision
5 EV Readiness Climate Goals
6 EV Charging Infrastructure
Background, Goals, Strategies
8 Fleet Vehicles
Background, Goals, Strategies
10 EV Policy
Background, Goals, Strategies
12 Community EV Readiness
Background, Goals, Strategies
14 Micro-Mobility
Background, Goals, Strategies
APPENDICES
16 Appendix A Definitions, Acronyms, Abbreviations
16 Appendix B EV Equity
19 Appendix C EV FAQs
20 Appendix D EV Adoption Rates
22 Appendix E EV Incentives
24 Appendix F Go EV City Resolution
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TOWN OF VAIL EV Readiness Plan 2023 1
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
TOWN OF VAIL
ELECTRIC VEHICLE READINESS PLAN
Written by:
Cameron Millard
Town of Vail Energy Efficiency Coordinator
With contributions from:
Kristen Bertuglia
Town of Vail Environmental Sustainability Director
Beth Markham
Town of Vail Environmental Sustainability Manager
Chris Southwick
Town of Vail Mobility Innovation Coordinator
Matthew Shmigelsky
Arcos Mobility
With thanks to:
Greg Hall, Town of Vail Public Works Director
Jeff Darnall, Town of Vail Fleet Manager
Ryan Ocepek, Town of Vail Fire Marshal
Charlie Turnbull, Town of Vail Streets Supervisor
Kris Widlak, Town of Vail Communications Director
Greg Roy, Town of Vail Senior Planner
Marc Sacconi, BG Buildingworks, Inc
Design by:
Elizabeth Litwiller
Squeeze Designz
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GOALS in each area are
identified to achieve the desired
condition of EV readiness,
including the rapid and
equitable adoption of electric
vehicles and micro-mobility
solutions. These goals include:
A rapid expansion of public
charging infrastructure,
resulting in a tenfold
increase in Level 2 chargers
by 2030
Lead-by-example adoption
of electric fleet and transit
vehicles at the Town of Vail,
resulting in a 30% electric
fleet by 2030
Financial and development
policies that reduce barriers
to adoption and increase
benefits of ownership
Communitywide EV
readiness, including a 10%
year-over-year adoption
rate of electric vehicles
among new registrations,
sufficient private charging
infrastructure to meet
demand, and equitable
access to EVs for all
Increased use of and access
to micro-mobility solutions
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1 The International Council on Clean Transportation: https://theicct.org/2022-update-ev-sales-us-eu-ch-aug22/
2 Electrification Coalition: https://electrificationcoalition.org/work/federal-ev-policy/inflation-reduction-act/
INTRODUCTION
The Town of Vail is a premier international mountain resort destination in the heart of the
Rocky Mountains of Colorado. As a year-round resort community, skiing is at the heart
of the economy and culture in Vail. Therefore, the town is deeply committed to reducing
contributions to global climate change to preserve not only our snow, but the fragile
mountain ecosystems, wildlife and watershed that constitute the local environment. To
that end Vail has committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 and
80% by 2050.
Welcoming 2.5 million guests annually, the Town of Vail is also the first certified
Sustainable Destination under the Mountain IDEAL Standard. As such, the town must
meet and maintain progress on over 40 sustainability criteria, including significant
community-wide reductions in greenhouse gases. In October of 2021, Vail Town Council
adopted Resolution No. 48, Series of 2021, to become a designated GoEV City. This
signifies the town’s commitment to advancing the transition to electric vehicles (EVs). It
does so by prioritizing eight goals or actions that help ensure a timely, equitable and cost-
effective transition to EVs. The potential to reduce GHG emissions in the transportation
sector is a critical and important development for meaningful climate action. Electric
vehicles, buses, and fleets can help eliminate transportation-related emissions, improve
local air quality, and lower fuel and maintenance costs, all while meeting the mobility and
transportation needs of the town and community.
Electric vehicles are becoming mainstream. The U.S. market has shown the strongest
growth rate in the world in new plug-in electric vehicle registrations during the first six
months of 20221. Major automakers have indicated that electric vehicles are the future
of their business, and California has banned gas engines from new vehicles beginning
in 2035. The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 will further incentivize and encourage the
transition to electric vehicles, including $1 billion for heavy duty vehicles and buses2. The
Town of Vail must prepare for large increases in the number of EVs and the demand it will
place on charging infrastructure. Fortunately, the town is well positioned as a municipal
leader to take significant action to develop the infrastructure, programs, and policies
needed to support the transition.
INTRODUCTION EV Readiness Plan 2023 32 EV Readiness Plan 2023 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
EQUITABLE access to EVs
and electric mobility is an
important aspiration in the
plan. It is crucial to ensure
that the benefits of electric
vehicles are available and
accessible to all, including
underserved communities
and those most impacted by
air pollution and other climate
impacts. Equity strategies are
highlighted in Appendix B
(page 16) and include:
Assisting multifamily
housing with nearby EV
charging infrastructure
Offering financial
incentives for EV
adoption
Providing bilingual
education and outreach
on EVs
Encouraging free
workplace charging
Developing EV car share
programs
The adoption of the Go Electric Vehicle (GoEV) City Resolution established the Town of Vail’s commitment to a clean
mobility future. The town has recognized petroleum-fueled transportation as a major source of emissions and as a
threat to the health of its constituents. Electric vehicles and micro-mobility solutions present an opportunity to achieve
deep reductions in carbon pollution. The Town of Vail envisions a future in which transportation and mobility cease to
create greenhouse gas emissions and local pollution. This plan aims to establish policies and programs that meet this
vision and that support Colorado’s statewide goal of nearly one million EVs on its roads by 2030. Topic areas include
infrastructure, fleets, policy, community, and micro-mobility.
This plan is intended to help the Town of Vail meet its commitments to the GoEV City Resolution and establish Vail as a
community in which electric vehicles and micro-mobility solutions are prioritized over petroleum-fueled transportation.
The appendixes include additional information about EV technology but many more resources are available; some can
be found in the reference section. As EV technology evolves and the pace of adoption increase, the plan will be updated
and improved. For now, the plan provides a starting point for understanding the opportunities and challenges afforded by
electric transportation, and the goals and strategies to make it a reality.
A set of STRATEGIES to meet
the goals are listed and have
been critically evaluated by
Town staff and stakeholders
to ensure effectiveness
and achievability. When
implemented, the strategies
will help support the adoption
of electric vehicles across
the Vail community. These
strategies are generally
intended to:
Provide resources to
support public EV charging
infrastructure
Ensure that municipal
procurement of EVs
occurs at every reasonable
opportunity
Reduce barriers to buying
EVs and installing home
charging community wide
Create programs and
incentives to encourage
more equitable community
adoption of EVs
Expand micro-
mobility programs and
infrastructure to support
adoption of low-impact
modalities of travel
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CLIMATE GOALS EV Readiness Plan 2023 54 EV Readiness Plan 2023 VISION
The Town of Vail envisions a future in which
transportation and mobility cease to create
greenhouse gas emissions and local pollution. The
best and most equitable way to achieve this vision
is to encourage community members and visitors
to walk, bike, carpool, and use public transit. If a
trip requires a personal automobile, plug-in hybrid
and electric vehicles offer significant environmental
benefits compared with those with strictly internal
combustion engines. The Town of Vail will be a leader
in the adoption and use of electric fleet vehicles and
the deployment of public charging infrastructure.
The town will also develop policy and programs that
support the rapid and equitable adoption of EVs.
Community EV readiness means that owning and
operating an EV in the Town of Vail is as easy or
easier than a conventional vehicle, that community
awareness and adoption of EVs is widespread, that
barriers to ownership are minimal, and that access to
the benefits of EVs are available to all.
Micro-mobility is also a key element of Vail’s
transportation priorities. Town of Vail’s vision elevates
micro-mobility as the preferred solution to meeting
climate and transportation goals. Micro-mobility is an
accessible and equitable means of transportation and
provides climate, and local air quality benefits, not to
mention reducing congestion and traffic.
The figure below illustrates the Town of Vail’s
transportation priorities, with alternative modalities
and micro-mobility encouraged over single-occupancy
vehicles (SOVs), and electric vehicles being preferred
over conventional vehicles.
EV READINESS VISION
Walk / Skate / Bike
Transit
Carpool/Car Share
SOVVehicle
Transportation Priorities for
Reduced Emissions
In response to the threat of climate change, the
Town of Vail has adopted the goals of the 2020 Eagle
County Climate Action Plan, which call for countywide
greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets
of 50% by 2030 and 80% by 2050 (from a 2014
baseline)3. The priority actions identified in the plan
were selected through collaborative stakeholder input
and derived from science-based targets intended to
prevent catastrophic warming of the climate.
Cars, trucks and other vehicles are the second
highest source of emissions in Eagle County and
the Town of Vail. Emissions from transportation
must be reduced in order to meet these targets.
Electric vehicles offer a viable means to reducing
transportation emissions today.
To understand the potential environmental benefits
of electric vehicles, it is important to consider that
transportation is the second highest source of
greenhouse gas emissions in the Town of Vail, behind
commercial buildings. Pollution from tailpipes harms
air quality wherever a conventional fuel vehicle is
operated, and oil spills and toxic refineries are also
part of the current petroleum-based energy supply.
While an electric vehicle does not have tailpipe
emissions, the electricity that powers it could create
carbon pollution. Electrical generation that is heavily
dependent on coal and natural gas is less beneficial
than energy supplied with mostly renewable energies,
like wind or solar. Fortunately, Vail is served by Holy
Cross Energy (HCE), which aims to have a 100%
renewable energy supply by 2030 and net-zero
carbon emissions by 20354. HCE has been planning
for electrification of transportation since 2018 and is
confident it can supply the needed power. Electricity
provided by HCE comes from nearly 55% renewable
energy today and this fact bolsters the environmental
benefits of electrifying transportation in our region.
The Town of Vail also participates in HCE’s PuRE
program, ensuring that 100% of the town’s
electricity (including public chargers owned by
the town) are powered with renewable energy.
The town installed 180 KW in 2022 to contribute
renewables to the energy supply and continues
to prioritize energy efficiency to reduce climate
emissions. Electrifying transportation is instrumental
to meeting the town’s climate action goals and will
require significant municipal investment to achieve a
successful transition.
EV READINESS CLIMATE GOALS
3 Climate Action Plan 2020 Update: https://hub.walkingmountains.org/download-the-climate-action-plan-for-the-eagle-county-community 4 Holy Cross Energy 100x30 Strategic Plan: https://www.holycross.com/100x30/strategic-plan-2020/
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INFRASTRUCTURE EV Readiness Plan 2023 76 EV Readiness Plan 2023 INFRASTRUCTURE
Public charging infrastructure should be rapidly expanded
to keep pace with the exponential rate of EV adoption
underway in Colorado. EV sales are beginning to rise in the
US, and stakeholder groups such as visitors, employees, and
thru-travelers on I-70 will likely demand additional charging
infrastructure beyond what is currently available. The tenfold
increase in charging recommended by the ICCT is equivalent
to approximately 10% of public parking spaces in the Town
of Vail. An engineering feasibility study of town-owned
parking facilities was completed in 2022 and may be used to
help understand costs associated with new stations.
The need for DC fast charging is less well-understood
but is likely contingent on statewide adoption of electric
vehicles and gaps in multifamily housing infrastructure. A
fourfold increase in DC fast charging by 2030 would help
serve East and West Vail communities and expand access in
Vail Village. Public input has indicated a need for expanded
public fast charging to serve residents and visitors to Vail.
The following goals are suggested to support EV readiness
through infrastructure investments:
EV CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE GOALS
Each strategy below is ranked into three groups:
EV CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE STRATEGIES
1 2 3
GOAL NUMBERS
LOW MED HIGH
IMPACT INTENSITY
LONG
5+yrs
MED
2-5yrs
SHORT
1-2yrs
IMPLEMENTATION TIMEFRAME
Plan and budget for an expansion of public EV charging ports at town-owned parking
facilities to meet anticipated EV growth.
The number of new charging projects should be increased by 50% every year to match the
pace of growth. Specific locations, such as parking structures, should be made EV capable as
a single project to avoid redundancy in construction and installation. New charging stations
should also be considered as the town acquires electric fleet vehicles.
1 2
Develop criteria to prioritize charging infrastructure.
Public surveys, equity concerns, current station usage data, and location characteristics
are some of the many criteria that could be used to prioritize the siting of new stations.
A heat-map or similar tool may be useful to decision-making.
3
For town-owned construction projects, future-proof for EV charging with conduit and
panel capacity whenever possible.
This will save cost and effort with future installations.1
Any new, modified or upgraded EV and mobility device charging station shall go through a
permit process and be subject to review in light of the most current safety standards, data,
and fire response strategies, and tactics available.
Safety of building occupants, egress, and tactical response to EV fires, which can be difficult
to contain, must be considered in the design and location of stations. Information from the
International Fire Code, National Fire Protection Agency, and national fire data and standards
organizations will continue to provide direction and should be consulted for life safety direction.
1 2 3
Leverage public-private partnerships to build out charging infrastructure.
Revenue-sharing arrangements can eliminate upfront capital costs and ease the burden of
station ownership on municipal organizations. Innovative companies offer microgrid capable
and renewable energy for resilient charging stations. DC fast charging plazas may be best
served through this type of partnership.
1 2
Develop criteria for expanded DC fast charging opportunities and use partners for
implementation.
Power requirements, proximity to I-70, equitable access, and parking regulations, among other
issues, will need to be optimized for successful DC fast charging installations. DC fast chargers
can serve gaps in charging infrastructure for multifamily housing. Grant funding is available from
the State of Colorado for up to 80% of the cost of DC fast charging, and Holy Cross Energy may
also be willing to contribute to such a project.
2 3
5 EvaluateCO dashboard: https://atlaspolicy.com/evaluateco/
6 International Council on Clean Transportation: Colorado Charging Infrastructure Needs to Reach EV Goals
Public charging infrastructure
will consider gaps in access and
be located in places that serve
to improve equity and access to
electrified transportation.
10% of all public parking spaces
in the Town of Vail will have
Level 2 EV charging capabilities
by 2030 for a total of 260
charging ports.
Public DC fast chargers will
quadruple from 4 to 16 by 2030
to support residents without
charging access, thru-travelers,
and day visitors.
3
GOAL
2
GOAL
1
GOAL
The Town of Vail has had charging infrastructure in place for many years but could fall behind as regional adoption of electric
vehicles starts to accelerate. As of November 2022, estimates from EValuateCO, a public policy tool, show a total of 64 Level II
charging ports and 5 DC fast chargers in Vail’s zip code5. This includes public chargers and private stations located at businesses
and institutions such as the hospital. Home charging numbers are not available from this source. It is expected that owners of
electric vehicles will typically install charging equipment at home. However, for some multifamily and condo buildings, charging
equipment may not be available and, in these cases, public charging nearby is required to close the gap in access.
To keep pace with the anticipated adoption of electric vehicles in the State of Colorado, the International Council on Clean
Transportation (ICCT) estimates the need for a more than tenfold increase in Level 2 charging infrastructure by 20306. DC fast
chargers will also need to increase, albeit at a slower rate. (DC fast charging can deliver more energy charger per day than Level
2). The chart below shows the expected number of EV charging ports that will be required to meet public demand by 2030.
CHARGER TYPE CURRENT NEEDED BY 2030
Public Level 2 Ports 26 260
Public DCFC Ports 4 16
Private Level 2 Ports 38 380
Private DCFC Ports 1 4
Total 71 670
CHARGING PORTS (PLUGS) in the Town of Vail
EV CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE BACKGROUND
EV CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE
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8 EV Readiness Plan 2023 FLEET VEHICLES
FLEET VEHICLES
The Town of Vail’s public transit fleet consists of 33
buses. Four of these are fully electric and have been
successfully operated on local bus routes for over a year.
An additional six battery electric buses have been ordered
with expected delivery in 2023. Charging occurs primarily
at the town’s Bus Barn. The facility received electrical
infrastructure upgrades with future-proofed design for
additional stations. A transit fleet transition plan has also
been developed. The plan outlines the steps to transition
to 100% battery electric buses by 2032.
In addition to the bus fleet, the Town of Vail owns 162
registered vehicles. This includes one EV: a Nissan Leaf.
Fleet procurement policy now includes a focus on electric
vehicles and fleet management is studying available
options. The Town of Vail is likely to add several new
pool electric vehicles to its fleet in the
coming year. These vehicles will enable
employees and key decision makers to
experience electric vehicles and develop
use cases for EVs.
For a successful transition to a fully
electric fleet, procurement of EVs must be
carefully matched with charging capacity
and management of vehicle duty and
charging schedules. Fleet management
will take an active role in developing the
appropriate strategies to accomplish fleet
EV adoption and coordinate infrastructure
needs with relevant departments. Light
duty vehicles (LDVs) are more easily
transitioned, while medium- and heavy-
duty vehicles have limited availability but
show promising developments. Additional
electric technologies besides battery
electric (such as hydrogen fuel cell) may
need to be considered for some vehicles/
use cases.
FLEET VEHICLE BACKGROUND
Lead-by-example practices such as transitioning fleet vehicles to electric are some of the best ways for the Town of Vail to
encourage the communitywide adoption of EVs and meet the goals of the Go EV City Resolution. The following goals are
applicable to the Town of Vail’s fleet, including light- and medium-duty vehicles, buses, and other vehicle types.
FLEET VEHICLE GOALS
FLEET VEHICLES EV Readiness Plan 2023 9
Each strategy below is ranked into three groups:
FLEET VEHICLES STRATEGIES
1 2 3
GOAL NUMBERS
LOW MED HIGH
IMPACT INTENSITY
LONG
5+yrs
MED
2-5yrs
SHORT
1-2yrs
IMPLEMENTATION TIMEFRAME
Develop an EV fleet vehicle transition schedule based on vehicle replacement cycles,
technology and performance and budgeting for infrastructure and vehicles.
Develop an EV-first procurement policy for the Town of Vail that includes light-, medium-, and
heavy-duty vehicles.
The town will include the total cost of vehicle ownership, including fuel and maintenance costs
and carbon emissions in its procurement calculations.
Increase electrical and charging infrastructure to match the pace of fleet electrification.
EV charging infrastructure must be considered in parallel with the acquisition of fleet
vehicles. Coordinate between fleets, facilities, and environmental departments.
1 2 3
Provide workforce development and education on EVs as pertinent to operation and
maintenance.
It is important that staff feel comfortable and safe with new technology.
Purchase light-duty EVs and develop a pilot program and policies for employee use at work
and home.
Work with various departments to encourage appropriate adoption timelines.
1
Leverage federal and state partnerships and funds to facilitate the transition.
Potential partners include the Colorado Energy Office, Federal Transit Administration, Colorado
Department of Transportation, etc.
Develop a time-of-use (TOU) charging plan for applicable charging locations.
Implement charging schedules to accommodate and reduce peak electrical demand on the grid.
1 2
1 2
1 2 3
1 2 3
1 3
Transition 100% of town-
owned transit buses to electric
by 2032.
Transition 30% of town-owned
vehicles to electric by 2030.
Transition 100% of town-owned
vehicles to electric or zero-
emission by 2050.
3
GOAL
2
GOAL
1
GOAL
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10 EV Readiness Plan 2023 EV POLICY
EV POLICY
Electric vehicle policy within the control of the town may
include financial, regulatory, and programmatic decisions
that influence the scale and scope of EV infrastructure.
EV-friendly policies may also include setting rules for EV
parking and charging at town facilities, budget planning
and appropriation for fleets transition, charging station
upgrades, program development, and so on.
Current policies involving EVs include recently adopted
building codes which require EV capable circuits in new
residential homes, 5% of parking spots with installed EV
stations, and 50% EV capable parking spots in commercial
and multifamily new construction. The Town of Vail does
not currently institute a fee for Level 2 public charging
but does require payment for the energy consumed at
the public DC fast charging stations as well as a parking
overstay fee.
Increase incentives for EV
adoption among residents and
employees.
EV POLICY BACKGROUND
The intention of EV-friendly policy is to facilitate the rapid transition to EVs communitywide by reducing barriers to
adoption and increasing benefits of ownership. This can be accomplished through regulatory updates and financial
investments that support the rapid adoption of EVs and EV infrastructure.
EV POLICY GOALS
Adequately fund new public EV
charging infrastructure.
Reduce barriers for EV charging
infrastructure development.
EV POLICY EV Readiness Plan 2023 11
Each strategy below is ranked into three groups:
EV POLICY STRATEGIES
1 2 3
GOAL NUMBERS
LOW MED HIGH
IMPACT INTENSITY
LONG
5+yrs
MED
2-5yrs
SHORT
1-2yrs
IMPLEMENTATION TIMEFRAME
3
GOAL
2
GOAL
1
GOAL
Establish an annual line-item budget in the Town’s Capital and Operations budgets for
the installation and maintenance of public charging infrastructure aligned with projected
growth scenarios.
Review and align building and development codes to incentivize EV charging infrastructure.
Review and update taxes and fees to develop a funding mechanism to reduce barriers to
accessing an EV.
This could apply to fees associated with EV infrastructure, incentives for EV adoption, or
support for charging discounts at pay-for-service charging stations.
1 2 3
Consider tax and registration fees that can be put into place to fund public infrastructure.1 2 3
Coordinate and advocate regionally, statewide, and nationally for EV-friendly policy.
Partners include Colorado Communities for Climate Action (CC4CA), CAC, Eagle County, and
other climate-focused Non-Governmental Organizations. Leverage Vail’s leadership and brand
to achieve a broader climate impact.
1
3
Develop equitable rates for charging policies that allow for a mix of users and needs.2 3
1 2 3
Standardize and streamline the EV permitting process to remove unnecessary barriers to
installation.
Provide town employees with workplace charging.
Conducting a periodic workplace EV survey will help identify locations where additional
stations are needed. Continue to make employee charging free to use.
2
2 3
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12 EV Readiness Plan 2023 COMMUNITY READINESS
COMMUNITY EV READINESS
Community EV readiness means that owning and operating an EV in the Town of Vail is as easy or easier than a combustion
vehicle, community awareness and adoption of EVs is widespread, barriers to ownership are minimal, and access to the
benefits of EVs are equitable for all.
As a Go EV City, the Town of Vail seeks to ensure that local registrations of electric vehicles reach 30% of total vehicle
registrations by 2030. The current percentage of EVs on the road and registered in the Town of Vail is 2.2%. This is about
143 vehicles out of 6,474. To reach 1,942 electric vehicles (which is 30%) by 2030 will require steady uptick of 10% growth
in new EV registrations year-to-year (Figure 2). Strong incentives will be needed to spur on such an ambitious growth in
adoption. Additional charging infrastructure across the community – in homes, business, hotels, and institutions - will also
be needed to meet the charging needs of these new vehicles.
COMMUNITY READINESS BACKGROUND
YEAR TOTAL
EV’S
NEW
EV’S
% OF NEW
EV’S
ANNUAL VEHICLES
TURNING OVER
(assuming 8% of 6500-average
useful life of about 12 years)
% OF TOTAL VEHICLES
2022 143 47 9% 520 2%
2023 190 99 19% 520 3%
2024 289 151 29% 520 4%
2025 440 203 39% 520 7%
2026 643 255 49% 520 10%
2027 898 307 59% 520 14%
2028 1205 359 69% 520 19%
2029 1564 411 79% 520 24%
2030 1975 463 89% 520 30%
EV GROWTH NEEDED TO REACH GOALS IN VAIL through 2030
Community-wide charging
infrastructure will increase by tenfold
to 384 additional ports by 2030.
To support EV awareness and adoption, education and
outreach will help consumers understand the benefits and
practicality of modern electric vehicles. Offering financial
incentives, such as rebates, help encourage residents
and employees to move forward with an EV purchase.
Innovative programs such as electric car share can help
improve equity and accessibility. Additional financial
incentives may also be needed to alleviate the cost of
charging infrastructure, especially in multifamily housing.
Collaboration will leverage lessons learned and advance
climate goals regionally. The following are the goals for EV
and infrastructure adoption communitywide.
COMMUNITY READINESS GOALS
30% of all vehicles in the Vail
community will be electric by
2030.
100% of all vehicles in Vail are
zero emissions by 2050.
COMMUNITY READINESS EV Readiness Plan 2023 13
Each strategy below is ranked into three groups:
COMMUNITY READINESS STRATEGIES
1 2 3
GOAL NUMBERS
LOW MED HIGH
IMPACT INTENSITY
LONG
5+yrs
MED
2-5yrs
SHORT
1-2yrs
IMPLEMENTATION TIMEFRAME
Provide multi-lingual resources and education opportunities, including EV drive events, for
residents and businesses.
Providing technical assistance on operating EVs, installing infrastructure or using public chargers
will also be critical. Partnering with local NGO’s and regional EV players will leverage impact.
Offer incentives for EV charging infrastructure for residents, multi-family developments and
local businesses.
Workforce housing, lower-income neighborhoods, and multifamily housing face higher costs of
entry for installing EV charging. Businesses that offer workplace charging will help encourage
EV adoption.
Offer incentives for local residents, workforce, and the business community for purchasing
and owning EVs.
The existing Energy Smart program can be utilized for offering this incentive.
1 2
Develop an electric car share program.
Town-owned multifamily housing could provide a pilot program. Denver provides an example
of a successful E-car share program called Colorado Car Share.
Develop an outreach strategy for destination visitors on EV rental programs and charging
infrastructure. 1 3
Collaborate with municipal and regional partner entities and organizations to encourage
development of a roadmap to electrification and/or zero emissions of all new transit, fleets,
ride share and school buses.
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2
GOAL
1
GOAL
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14 EV Readiness Plan 2023 MICRO-MOBILITY
MICRO-MOBILITY
If all Eagle County residents employed smart commuting
twice per week, such as biking, telecommuting,
carpooling, or using public transit, the Climate Action
Collaborative (CAC) calculated that transportation-related
GHG emissions would decline 17% annually. Micro-
mobility solutions provide innovative and clean mobility
opportunities for smart commuting and can help build
a culture of alternative transportation. As defined by
the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway
Administration, micro-mobility includes any small, low-
speed, human- or electric-powered transportation device,
including bicycles, scooters, electric-assist bicycles
(e-bikes), electric scooters (e-scooters), and other small,
lightweight, wheeled conveyances.
Current micro-mobility programs offered by the Town
of Vail include Shift Bike, a regional electric bike share
program. Our partnership has grown to include Edwards
Metro District and Eagle County Government and will
have 155 e-bikes and 33 hub stations in 2023. The
system launched in 2022 including 90 e-bikes and 20 hub
stations and will continue to expand each year to provide
multi-modal transportation options to the local and
regional community. E-Bikes for Essentials is an existing
program that provides qualified essential workers in Vail
with electric bikes. This equity program is a partnership
with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory and
QuietKat, a local e-bike
manufacturer. E-Vail
Courier is an innovative
program for last mile
delivery of goods to
businesses in Vail’s
pedestrian core. The
program removes
oversized delivery
trucks from Vail Village
and replaces them
with smaller electric
delivery carts, returning
the center of Vail to
its original vision of a pedestrian village while improving
safety and the guest experience and reducing emissions
and air pollution from idling delivery trucks.
To encourage behavior change, the Town of Vail
implemented Sole Power, a Green Commuting Challenge.
Offered throughout Eagle County since 2010 to
encourage human-powered commuting, including
e-bikes, this free challenge allows individuals and teams
to compete to log the highest number of trips and miles
while working towards a county-wide goal. The program
has been an effective model for behavior change and
will continue.
MICRO-MOBILITY BACKGROUND
Micro-mobility devices and shared systems offer effective
ways to help people meet transportation needs while
reducing related greenhouse gas emissions. Electric bikes
(e-bikes) provide a great alternative to commuting as they
are a quick and efficient alternative to driving a vehicle
and reduce the amount of time and exertion required
by traditional, non-electric bikes. Shared micro-mobility,
including e-bike share programs, create a more diverse,
convenient, and accessible transportation network.
Owning an e-bike is not accessible to everyone, so micro-
mobility solutions like e-bike share programs help remove
associated barriers: cost, storage, and other physical
limitations. Micro-mobility solutions can provide an
efficient alternative mode of transportation for residents to
commute, reduce parking congestion issues, provide first-
last mile solutions, supplement bus transit, improve quality
of life, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, furthering
climate and equity related mobility goals.
MICRO-MOBILITY GOALS
MICRO-MOBILITY EV Readiness Plan 2023 15
Each strategy below is ranked into three groups:
MICRO-MOBILITY STRATEGIES
1 2 3
GOAL NUMBERS
LOW MED HIGH
IMPACT INTENSITY
LONG
5+yrs
MED
2-5yrs
SHORT
1-2yrs
IMPLEMENTATION TIMEFRAME
Expand the current e-bike share program in partnership with Eagle County communities
to create a comprehensive valleywide system.
Current partners include EagleVail and Avon.
Maintain and expand partnerships to continue growing the E-Bikes for Essentials program.
Develop an e-bike rebate program for community members.
The program should consider equity and complement Holy Cross Energy e-bike rebates.2 3
Develop e-bike and other micro-mobility parking and charging infrastructure throughout
municipal parking areas in the Town of Vail.
Ensure that micro-mobility charging infrastructure meets all applicable safety, electrical, and
fire code regulations.
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Increase use and adoption of
micro-mobility year over year.
Expand e-bike and micro-
mobility infrastructure to
contribute to a comprehensive
valleywide system.
Provide equity programs
to ensure micro-mobility is
accessible and equitable.
3
GOAL
2
GOAL
1
GOAL
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APPENDIX A:
DEFINITIONS, ACRONYMS, ABBREVIATIONS
16 EV Readiness Plan 2023 DEFINITIONS, ACRONYMS, ABBREVIATIONS + EV EQUITY EV EQUITY EV Readiness Plan 2023 17
7 Colorado EV Equity: https://energyoffice.colorado.gov/sites/energyoffice/files/documents/FINAL%202022-CEO-CO%20EV%20Equity%20
Study-2022-08-06.pdf
BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) Relies entirely on an
electric battery for propulsion.
CEO Colorado Energy Office
CDOT Colorado Department of Transportation
CCS The connector type used by most EVs in North
America except Tesla for direct current fast charging.
DCFC Direct Current Fast Charging
EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) Home charging
infrastructure including a specific outlet designed for a
vehicle’s charging port.
EV Capable A conduit or raceway along with a free circuit
that can be upgraded for electric vehicle supply equipment
in the future.
EV Installed A powered circuit with an electric vehicle
charging outlet installed.
EV Ready A powered circuit that terminates in an outlet
into which an adapter can be plugged.
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Has internal combustion and a
battery that is recharged by the vehicle.
ICE – Internal Combustion Engine Traditional vehicles rely
on combustion of fossil fuels to create propulsion.
J1772 Connector Most EVs except Tesla use this
connector for Level II charging.
Level I, II, and III Charging Stations Refers to the relative
speed of recharging, with Level III being the fastest and
also requiring direct current power.
Micro-mobility Travel using small, lightweight vehicles
such as bicycles and scooters.
PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) Has internal
combustion and a plug-in electric battery which can be
used alone or in combination with the gas engine to
increase fuel efficiency.
Ports Refers to a connector on a charging station; Level
II stations often have two ports to allow two vehicles to
charge simultaneously.
V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) Electrical switch technology which
allows bi-directional charging of a vehicle or use of a
vehicle batteries electrical energy to power the grid or
building needs.
Zero Emission Vehicle A vehicle that does not produce
emissions from the tailpipe. Examples include hydrogen
and electric battery powered vehicles.
EV EQUITY is important to ensure a just transition to
clean transportation. EV equity is understood as any
policy, strategy, engagement, assistance, or other resource
that supports equitable access to electric transportation
and its benefits. The first goal of the Go EV City resolution
is to ensure that the benefits of electrified transportation
are extended to low-income households and communities
disproportionately affected by the harmful effects of
air pollution. And while electric vehicles themselves are
inherently helpful to improving air quality and reducing air
pollution, the upfront cost of an EV may put it out of reach
for low-to-moderate income households. EV charging is
also not available at most multi-family housing complexes.
It is important to identify strategies that reduce barriers
to adoption. The State of Colorado has created an EV
equity study that outlines challenges to EV adoption
and recommendations for a number of actions, policies,
incentives, and efforts aimed at equity concerns and
electric vehicles7.
Recommendations from the study are grouped into five
categories, including:
• Improving access to EV ownership
• Consumer education and outreach
• Improving access to and affordability of EV charging
infrastructure
• Shared mobility programs
• Reducing air quality impacts (focusing on school bus
and transit electrification grants)
APPENDIX B: EV EQUITY
1. Listen and respond. Local governments should
first listen to the communities they seek to serve.
Program design should be as responsive as possible
to the needs expressed by community members,
and local government staff should be transparent
about their resources. Ideally, this would build
from preexisting community connections and
engagement, and help define program goals.
2. Partner with trusted community organizations.
Local governments should work with community
organizations to design and deliver programs,
and where applicable, help build the capacity of
community organizations through the partnership.
3. Recognize structural racism. Programs targeting
LMI households will not necessarily serve all
disadvantaged populations. Racial analysis and
baseline data must be part of an inclusive program
design process to understand and address structural
barriers that exist beyond income.
4. Efficiency first. Programs should ensure LMI
households can access energy efficiency benefits
as a key step to reducing energy burdens and
increasing household health and comfort.
5. Reduce financial burdens. Programs should not add
financial burdens for LMI households and should
aim to reduce financial and other burdens.
6. Increase benefits. Programs should seek to deliver
services beyond clean energy technologies and
capitalize on co-benefits, such as job creation or
community resilience for people of color, indigenous
communities, and other historically underserved and
underrepresented populations
7. Make it easy. Program participation should be as
easy as possible for any household with effective,
efficient, and culturally competent program design,
outreach, and delivery.
8. Integrate with other services. Wherever possible,
programs should align with other services for LMI
households.
9. Protect consumers and workers. Programs should
have carefully considered consumer and workforce
protection elements and consumer education to
avoid unintended consequences.
10. Beyond carve-outs. Programs should do more
than set aside a small portion of benefits for LMI
households, and where possible, center the needs of
LMI households and other historically underserved
communities in program design and delivery.
11. Track progress. Programs should establish
and assess against baseline equity data —both
quantitative and qualitative —to inform program
design, establish metrics, and track progress.
12. Long-term commitment. Programs should provide
support for LMI households beyond installing a
clean energy technology, and include structures for
helping with technology service, upkeep, and repair.
The Urban Sustainability Directors Network published A Guidebook on Equitable Clean Energy Program Design for Local
Governments and Partners. This guidebook provides principles and checklists to ensure equity is infused through all
programs and planning efforts. The 12 principles for equitable design are as follows:
EQUITABLE CLEAN ENERGY
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The following strategies listed in this plan are intended to improve equity and accessibility to electric vehicles
and micro-mobility:
Identify appropriate locations for expanded DC fast charging opportunities and use partners for
implementation.
Power requirements, proximity to I-70, equitable access, use-cases and parking regulations, among other
issues, will need to be optimized for successful DC fast charging installations. Grant funding is available from
the State of Colorado for up to 80% of the cost of DC fast charging, and Holy Cross Energy may also be
willing to contribute to such a project.
Develop criteria to prioritize charging infrastructure.
Public surveys, equity concerns, current station usage data, and location characteristics are some of the many
criteria that could be used to prioritize the citing of new stations. A heat-map or similar tool may be useful to
decision-making.
Provide town employees with workplace charging.
Conducting a periodic workplace EV survey will help identify locations where EV-owning employees park and
may need a plug for their EV. Continue to make employee charging free to use.
Offer incentives for EV charging infrastructure for residents, workforce, multi-family developments and
local businesses.
Workforce housing, lower-income neighborhoods, and multifamily housing face higher costs of entry for
installing EV charging. Businesses that offer workplace charging will help encourage EV adoption.
Offer incentives for local residents, workforce, and the business community for purchasing and owning EVs.
The existing Energy Smart program can be utilized for offering this incentive.
Develop an electric car share program.
Town-owned multifamily housing could provide a pilot program. Denver provides an example of a successful
electric car share program called Colorado Car Share.
Provide multi-lingual resources and education opportunities, including EV drive events, for local residents
and businesses.
Providing technical assistance on operating EVs, installing infrastructure or using public chargers will also be
critical. Partnering with local NGO’s and regional EV players will leverage impact.
Maintain and expand partnerships to continue growing the E-Bikes for Essentials program.
Current partners include the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and QuietKat, a local e-bike
manufacturer.
18 EV Readiness Plan 2023 EV EQUITY EV ADOPTION RATES EV Readiness Plan 2023 19
Sales of electric vehicles in Colorado are increasing rapidly thanks to new models, federal and state
tax credits, and a growing awareness of the benefits of electric vehicles for the environment and the
consumer. The State of Colorado has set a goal of nearly 1 million electric vehicles on the road by 2030.
The figure below shows high and low growth EV scenarios in the state over the coming the decade.
APPENDIX C: EV ADOPTION RATES
8 Original EV Registrations: https://atlaspolicy.com/evaluateco/
SALES
Growth of registrations of electric vehicles are on track to meet high growth predictions. The figure below
shows recent EV registrations in the State of Colorado with nearly 7% of all vehicles registered in the state
being electric (PHEV and BEV). The chart below shows recent EV registrations broken out by BEVs and
PHEVs8.
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APPENDIX D: EV FAQs
There is no denying that the manufacturing of electric
vehicles creates carbon emissions, and these emissions
may even be greater than the manufacturing impact of
a comparable conventional gasoline vehicle. However,
according to an analysis by the Union of Concerned
Scientists, an electric vehicle produces the global
warming potential of driving a gasoline vehicle that
has an 88 mpg fuel economy9. The higher efficiency
and cleaner fuel supply for electric vehicles ensures
that their lifetime emissions are significantly less
than conventional fuel vehicles. For example, driving
the 2020 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus in
California has emissions equal to a 161 mpg gasoline
car, or less than a fifth of the global warming emissions
of the average new gasoline car and over 60 percent
less than even the most efficient gasoline car. Besides
taking advantage of cleaner electricity EVs also operate
more efficiently. EVs convert 77% of energy into moving
the vehicle vs 12-30% for combustion engines10.
The figure below shows a comparison of lifecycle GHG
emissions between a gas and electric vehicle. Electric
vehicles produce fewer emissions thanks to higher
efficiency and a cleaner energy supply.
Which Type of Vehicles Have
Greater Lifecycle Impacts on
the Environment?
20 EV Readiness Plan 2023 EV FAQS EV FAQS EV Readiness Plan 2023 21
9 Union of Concerned Scientists: https://blog.ucsusa.org/dave-reichmuth/are-electric-vehicles-really-better-for-the-climate-yes-heres-why/
10 https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/evtch.shtml
11 Redwood Materials Plans Major Expansion in Nevada: https://cleantechnica.com/2022/08/12/redwood-materials-plans-major-expansion-in-nevada/
12 Clean Technica EV Safety Advantage Report: https://cleantechnica.com/files/2018/07/CleanTechnica-EV-Safety-Advantage-Report.pdf
13 AutoinsuranceEZ.com, “Gas vs electric car fires.” https://autoinsuranceez.com/gas-vs-electric-car-fires/
14 Consumer Reports, “Electric Vehicle Ownership Costs”: https://advocacy.consumerreports.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/EV-Ownership-Cost-
Final-Report-1.pdf
Modern EV batteries include rare earth minerals and
relatively scarce materials such as lithium and cobalt.
Irresponsible mining practices, especially in unregulated
economies, can create serous environmental and social
harm. However, major car manufacturers including Ford
Motor Co. are working to eliminate unregulated sources
of minerals and bring transparency to the sources of its
materials. Commercial scale lithium-ion battery recycling
is scaling currently to meet market demands which
further reduce negative environmental impacts of new
mining development. Additionally, used EV batteries
are also finding new life as grid-scale energy storage.
Vehicle manufacturers continue to innovate battery
chemistry with the potential of greatly reducing and/or
eliminating some of the exotic materials in battery packs.
Tesla is already using cobalt-free batteries in many of the
vehicles it produces. A large factory near Reno, Nevada
is under construction by a company called Redwoods
Materials and will build EV battery components using
recycled materials11. The company is already recycling
batteries from Audi, Ford, Volkswagen, and Volvo. Battery
innovation, including recycling, will undoubtedly continue
to improve.
What Are the Impacts of
Electric Vehicle Batteries?
Without an engine in the front, the crumple zone of an EV can be optimized to protect the
passengers in case of an accident. According to a report by Clean Technica, electric cars
such as the Chevy Volt have some of the lowest personal injury claims of small four-door
cars and perform exceptionally well in crash tests. The Tesla Model S has the lowest rollover
likelihood in a single-vehicle crash, and the Model X has achieved the best safety rating in
the world among SUVs. If they catch on fire, lithium-ion batteries can be difficult to put out.
Recent fires involving a damaged Tesla and a bus have received a great deal of publicity, but
EVs are much less likely to be involved in a fire compared to a conventional car12. Analysis
by insurance companies has shown that ICE vehicles are 60 times more susceptible to fire13.
There were 25 EV fires for every 100,000 vehicles sold, and more than 1,500 gas powered
vehicle fires per 100,000 sold in 2022. If EVs do catch on fire, they require specialized
firefighting knowledge to put out. This fact should not deter a consumer from purchasing an
EV, especially considering the greatly reduced risk of fire.
How Safe Are Electric Vehicles?
High MSRP prices have given EVs a reputation for being out-of-reach for many consumers.
A 2020 Consumer Reports Study showed that the lifetime ownership costs for electric
cars offered savings of between $6,000 and $10,000 compared to gas cars14. Consumer
Reports found that with fewer moving parts, EVs have 50 percent lower maintenance
costs than gas cars. It also discovered that EV owners will spend 60 percent less on fuel for
their vehicle. The higher upfront cost of an EV is mitigated somewhat by federal and state
tax credits, although new requirements in Federal law will exclude foreign-made vehicles.
Purchasing a used electric car is now supported by a $4,000 federal tax credit. Despite
some higher up-front cost for EVs, lower fuel and maintenance costs result in significant
savings over time. EV Incentives are changing rapidly. Drive Electric Colorado has compiled
EV Incentives such as tax credits and utility rebates and incentives into a handy resource.
More information can be found here: https://driveelectriccolorado.org/incentives.
How Much Do Electric Vehicles Cost to Own
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REFERENCES EV Readiness Plan 2023 2322 EV Readiness Plan 2023 EV INCENTIVES
APPENDIX E: EV INCENTIVES APPENDIX F: REFERENCES
SOURCE STATE
(Tax Credit)
STATE GRANT FUNDING
(CDOT/DOLA/CLEER)
FEDERAL
TAX CREDIT
UTILITY PROGRAMS
(Holy Cross or Xcel Energy)
Commercial Fleets x x
Commercial/Ag
(Offroad, Construction, Snowcats) x
Individuals x x x**
Municipal x
Non-Profits x*
EV VEHICLE PURCHASE/LEASE FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
*Nonprofits can access the federal and state tax credits by ‘assigning’ the credit to the financing group
**Xcel Energy offers an income-based vehicle rebate
CATEGORY 2022 2023–2025
Light-Duty EV $2,500 for purchase;
$1,500 for lease
$2,000 for purchase;
$1,500 for lease
Light-Duty Electric Truck $3,500 for purchase;
$1,750 for lease
$2,800 for purchase;
$1,750 for lease
Medium-Duty Electric Truck $5,000 for purchase;
$2,500 for lease
$4,000 for purchase;
$2,500 for lease
Heavy-Duty Electric Truck $10,000 for purchase;
$5,000 for lease
$8,000 for purchase;
$5,000 for lease
COLORADO VEHICLE TAX CREDIT
2017 Climate Action Plan: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cnONgRjr16X4y1zUVyhIvSfVxW16BZGj/view
2021 International Council on Clean Transportation, “Colorado Charging Infrastructure Needs to Reach Electric Vehicle
Goals: https://theicct.org/publication/colorado-charging-infrastructure-needs-to-reach-electric-vehicle-goals/
Atlas Policy EV Dashboard: https://atlaspolicy.com/evaluateco/
AutoinsuranceEZ.com, “Gas vs Electric Car Fires”: https://autoinsuranceez.com/gas-vs-electric-car-fires/
Canary Media, Used EV Batteries are Storing Solar Power at Grid Scale, and Making Money Doing It: https://www.
canarymedia.com/articles/energy-storage/used-ev-batteries-are-storing-solar-power-at-grid-scale-and-making-money-at-it
Clean Technica, “EV Safety Advantage Report”: https://cleantechnica.com/files/2018/07/CleanTechnica-EV-Safety-
Advantage-Report.pdf
Colorado Energy Office, “Colorado EV Plan 2020,” (2020): https://energyoffice.colorado.gov/zero-emissionvehicles/
colorado-ev-plan-2020.
Colorado EV Equity: https://energyoffice.colorado.gov/sites/energyoffice/files/documents/FINAL%202022-CEO-CO%20
EV%20Equity%20Study-2022-08-06.pdf
Colorado EV Plan https://energyoffice.colorado.gov/zero-emission-vehicles/colorado-ev-plan-2020
Consumer Reports, “Electric Vehicle Ownership Costs”: https://advocacy.consumerreports.org/wp-content/
uploads/2020/10/EV-Ownership-Cost-Final-Report-1.pdf
DC Fast-Charging Corridors: https://energyoffice.colorado.gov/zero-emission-vehicles/ev-fast-charging-corridors
EarthJustice.Org: “ Electric Vehicles are not just the wave of the future, they are saving lives today.” : https://earthjustice.
org/feature/electric-veehicles-explainer
Electrek, “Tesla Using Cobalt Free LFP Batteries”: https://electrek.co/2022/04/22/tesla-using-cobalt-free-lfp-batteries-in-
half-new-cars-produced/
Electrification Coalition Federal EV Policies: https://electrificationcoalition.org/work/federal-ev-policy/inflation-reduction-
act/
EPA Electric Vehicle Myths: https://www.epa.gov/greenvehicles/electric-vehicle-myths#Myth5
ESC Partner Rebates: https://www.energysmartcolorado.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2022-Rebates-by-
Community.pdf
Five Car Sharing Programs with an EV and Equity Twist: https://www.greenbiz.com/article/five-car-sharing-programs-ev-
and-equity-twist
Fueleconomy.gov, “All Electric Vehicles”: https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feeg/evtech.shtml
Good2go, “Electric Car Share Program”: https://evgood2go.org/
Holy Cross Energy 100x30 Strategic Plan: https://www.holycross.com/100x30/strategic-plan-2020/
Holy Cross GHG Profile: https://www.holycross.com/greenhouse-gas-emissions/
Inside EVs: “Redwood Materials to Invest $3.5 Billion On Battery Materials Factory”: https://https://insideevs.com/
news/600568/redwood-materials-invest-billions-battery-materials-factory/
The International Council on Clean Transportation: https://theicct.org/2022-update-ev-sales-us-eu-ch-aug22/
Town of Vail Loading and Delivery: https://www.vailgov.com/government/departments/police/loading-and-delivery
Union of Concerned Scientists: https://blog.ucsusa.org/dave-reichmuth/are-electric-vehicles-really-better-for-the-climate-
yes-heres-why/
Urban Sustainability Network: A Guidebook on Equitable Clean Energy Program Design for Local Governments and
Partners: https://cadmusgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Cadmus-USDN-Equitable-Clean-Energy-Guidebook.pdf
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APPENDIX G: GO EV CITY RESOLUTION
GO EV CITY RESOLUTION EV Readiness Plan 2023 2524 EV Readiness Plan 2023 GO EV CITY RESOLUTION 27
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Electric
Vehicle
Readiness
Plan
Town Council
Meeting
04/04/2023
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Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan Background
•On October 19th, 2021, Town Council unanimously adopted Resolution No.
48, Series of 21 to designate the Town of Vail as a Go Electric Vehicle
(GoEV) City.
•The EV Readiness Plan was created to help implement the goals and
vision of the Town Council.
•The PEC has forwarded a recommendation of approval to Town Council.
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Timeline of Plan Stakeholder Input Process
✓Initial PEC Presentation –10/24/22
✓Planning Department -12/5/22
✓Design Review Team -12/7/22
✓Engage Vail –Community Survey Open 12/10/2022
✓Public Works and Transportation Leadership Team -12/13/22
✓Presentation of the Draft Plan to PEC on 12/12/22
✓Presentation to PEC on 2/27/23 resulted in a recommendation of approval
q Presentation to Vail Town Council on April 4th, 2023
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Climate Action and the Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan
Town of Vail |EV Readiness Plan 2023
Transportation -focused climate action is at the forefront of this plan
•Transportation the second leading cause of greenhouse gas emissions
in Vail
•Electric vehicles can drastically reduce emissions today
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Areas of the Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan
Town of Vail |EV Readiness Plan 2023
The goals and strategies of the plan are
divided into 5 topic areas, including:
•Infrastructure
•Fleet (and Transit)
•EV Policy
•Community EV Readiness
•Micro-mobility
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EV Readiness Plan Vision
•The Town of Vail envisions a future in
which transportation and mobility
cease to create greenhouse
gas emissions and local pollution.
•The Town of Vail will be a leader in
the adoption and use of electric fleet
vehicles and the deployment
of public charging infrastructure.
•The Town will develop policy and
programs that support the rapid and
equitable adoption of EVs.
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EV Adoption
•EV adoption is expanding rapidly and is predicted to grow
exponentially over the next decade.
•The plan aligns with the State of Colorado goal of 1 million EVs on
the road by 2030.
Town of Vail |EV Readiness Plan 2023 |EV Readiness
Plan 2023
(Colorado EV registrations)
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EngageVail.com Survey
What are the top barriers to adoption of electric vehicles?
1.Range and/or reliability
2.Access to regional charging
3.Cost of electric vehicles
4.Ability to charge at home
5.Availability of specific vehicle types
Survey Respondent
Town of Vail |EV Readiness Plan 2023
"We have owned electric
vehicles since 2015. We have a
tesla and on our 2nd leaf.Vail
has always been ahead of the
curb (sic) in terms of electric
vehicles and it has served you
well. Please don't lose
that edge."
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Infrastructure
Town of Vail |EV Readiness Plan 2023
Goals
•Public level 2 charging infrastructure will expand tenfold
•Public DC fast charging will expand fourfold
•Public charging infrastructure will be located to help
close gaps in access
Strategies include building infrastructure, leveraging
partnerships, and addressing gaps in access
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Fleet
Town of Vail |EV Readiness Plan 2023
Goals
•30% electric TOV fleet by 2030
•100% zero-emissions TOV fleet by 2050
•100% electric buses by 2032
Strategies include procurement,
leveraging incentives for EVs, and
planning for charging infrastructure
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EV Policy
Town of Vail |EV Readiness Plan 2023
Goals
•Fund new EV infrastructure
•Reduce barriers for EV charging development
•Increase incentives for EV adoption
Strategies include review of fees and taxes,
aligning development codes with EV goals,
and collaboration on and advocacy for EV
policy
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Community EV Readiness
Town of Vail |EV Readiness Plan 2023
Goals
•30% of vehicles electric by 2030
•100% zero emissions by 2050
•Tenfold increase in community ports to 384 by 2030
Strategies include education, incentives, equitable access and
collaboration
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Micro-Mobility
Town of Vail |EV Readiness Plan 2023
Goals
•Expand E-mobility valley -wide
•Increase equitable access
•Increase use and adoption year over year
Strategies include expansion of programs,infrastructure,incentives,
and partnerships that support micro-mobility use and access
Micro-mobility is travel
using small, lightweight
vehicles such as bikes
and scooters
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Equity
Equity strategies in this plan are
listed in Appendix B and include
strategies such as:
•Multi-lingual educational opportunities
•Expanding offerings of incentives
•Locating charging equipment
thoughtfully
•Providing electric car and bike share
programs
•Expanding micro-mobility
•Workplace charging
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Plan Summary
Town of Vail |EV Readiness Plan 2023
This plan helps make the Go EV City Resolution a reality by:
•Establishing budget priorities
•Increasing benefits of EV ownership
•Reducing barriers to EV ownership
•Leading by example through infrastructure, fleets and policy
•Leveraging partnerships and funding
•Expanding focus on micro-mobility and alternative modalities
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THANK YOU
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 1.4
Item Cover Page
DATE:April 4, 2023
TIME:30 min.
SUBMITTED BY:Greg Roy, Community Development
ITEM TYPE:Presentation/Discussion
AGENDA SECTION:Presentation/Discussion
SUBJECT:Vail Community Hub Update
SUGGESTED ACTION:Listen to presentation and provide feedback.
PRESENTER(S):Russell Forrest, Town Manager and Matt Gennett, Community
Development Director
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
Council memo Vail Community Hub.pdf
Public Input.pdf
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TO: Vail Town Council
FROM: Community Development Department
DATE: April 4, 2023
SUBJECT: Presentation and Discussion – Vail Community Hub
___________________________________________________________________________
I. DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST
Staff requests that Council review the proposed purpose statement, goals, and the
recommendation to form a stakeholder committee, and provide feedback.
II. BACKGROUND
The Vail Civic Area Plan, adopted by Council in November 2019, includes conceptual
schematic drawings and descriptive language regarding a new Civic Hub located on
what is known as the ‘Charter Bus Lot’, located immediately to the east of the Lionshead
Parking Structure. The plan contemplates this new facility and outdoor plaza as a focal
point for the community with options for a variety of public uses to be programmed and
accommodated within.
In September of 2022, the Town of Vail and the Vail Cultural Alliance entered into an
agreement with Zehren & Associates to expand upon ideas depicted in the adopted
Vail Civic Area Plan for the Civic Hub. October 18, 2022, Tim Losa of Zehren &
Associates provided a presentation to Council on conceptual plans and programming
for a facility called the ‘Vail Cultural Center’. The plans for the proposed new facility
included spaces for performing arts, museum galleries, community nonprofit offices,
relocated town offices, and housing along the south side of the Lionshead Parking
Structure, in keeping with recommendations in the Civic Area Plan.
During an information update at their November 1, 2022, meeting, Council directed staff
to refocus the primary purpose of this new facility toward community-based needs and
not solely on cultural arts uses.
III. PURPOSE STATEMENT AND GOALS
Staff has developed the following purpose statement and goals for Council’s review and
feedback:
Purpose:
To realize the long-identified opportunity to create a transformational community
centric space that will foster meaningful interactions and draw people in with an
irresistible sense of vibrancy, energy, and aesthetics.
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Goals:
• Establish a sense of permanence in a uniquely special place that welcomes
multigenerational and diverse users to engage with each other, have fun, and
thrive.
• Provide community spaces that may include a small theater for performing arts
and community gatherings, offices for non-profit organizations, business
incubator space, and community uses.
• Develop engaging outdoor public spaces within the Civic Hub capable of
accommodating everything from small intimate gatherings to larger scale
community events.
• Incorporate mixed-uses within the Civic Hub that promote interaction and create
vibrancy.
IV. STAKEHOLDER COMMITTEE
Staff recommends the Council consider forming a stakeholder committee made up of
diverse members of the community, including leaders of various nonprofit organizations
and one Council member, to help refine the programming of uses in the facility and on
the site.
V. NEXT STEPS
Immediate next steps include researching similar facilities and spaces located in other
communities throughout Colorado and beyond to better understand how to successfully
program uses in the new community hub. Following this exercise and convening the
stakeholder committee, should Council choose to form such a committee, staff
recommends holding a community forum to thoroughly vet the list of potential uses and
distinguish the difference between ‘wants’ and ‘needs. In addition, staff would propose
analyzing the financial implications for construction and operation of specific uses and
spaces in the development of a proposed program for the hub site.
VI. ACTION REQUESTED
Staff asks Council to review the proposed purpose statement, goals, and stakeholder
committee recommendations, and provide feedback.
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From:Samantha Biszantz
To:PublicInputTownCouncil
Subject:Citizen Input re: Hub
Date:Sunday, April 2, 2023 3:00:01 PM
Good afternoon Council,
I am very glad to see that a stakeholder group is being considered as I feared it was being
solely pushed by a few select and very influential community members. However I do not
believe that comprising it of just leadership from local non-profits and one Council member
will adequately represent the true community. Please include at least one person like a
freelance creative, anyone under 40 with cultural interest, maybe a remote worker who spends
time in other cities with similar models, etc.
Thank you for your time!
Sam
Samantha Biszantz
sbiszantz@gmail.com
Co-Owner of:
Root & Flower
Two Arrows Coffee | Bar
858–349-5024
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 2.1
Item Cover Page
DATE:April 4, 2023
SUBMITTED BY:Greg Roy, Community Development
ITEM TYPE:DRB/PEC Update
AGENDA SECTION:DRB / PEC (5 min.)
SUBJECT:DRB/PEC Update
SUGGESTED ACTION:
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
PEC Results 3-27-23.pdf
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Planning and Environmental Commission Minutes Monday, March 27, 2023
1:00 PM
Vail Town Council Chambers
Present: John Rediker Karen Perez
Reid Phillips
Henry Pratt
Bill Jensen Absent: Brian Judge Bobby Lipnick
1. Virtual Link Register to attend the Planning and Environmental Commission meeting. Once registered,
you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining this webinar. 2. Call to Order
3. Main Agenda
3.1 A request for a recommendation from the PEC to the Vail Town Council, pursuant to
Section 12-3-7 of the Vail Municipal Code, to amend Title 12, Zoning Regulations, of the
Vail Municipal Code, to create the West Vail Multi-Family Overlay District including
standards therein and amend related provisions in Title 12 to ensure consistency with the
intent of the proposed amendment. (PEC23-0003) 45 min.
Planner: Greg Roy Applicant Name: Town of Vail, represented by Matt Gennett Staff Memorandum Attachment A. Staff Presentation
Attachment B. Public Comment - Mauriello Planning Group 2-20-22.pdf
Senior Planner Roy gives a presentation on the item. He walks through the history of the proposal
and outlines the proposed overlay district.
Rediker clarifies that the overlay district would apply to the entire West Vail study area. Roy confirms.
Roy runs through the development process in the overlay district. He addresses the specific zoning
standards. He talks about Inclusionary Zoning for additions of new square footage as well as
mitigation methods. He recaps the different types of EHUs in current town code.
Pratt asks about the development process; an owner would need to come before PEC with
a development plan to get the overlay applied?
Roy says they would come before the PEC for the rezoning.
Jensen says he prefers the 25% mitigation percentage and asks how that would impact the 438
square foot number regarding on-site mitigation. He likes the idea of people potentially adding an
EHU for large additions and suggests that people would most likely come up to the limit and stop.
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Roy says the 438 square footage standard is from the existing code and staff recommends keeping
that number consistent with existing.
Rediker runs through some redevelopment scenarios as they relate to EHUs. He asks about
the requirements for deed-restricted properties.
Roy says the typical qualification from the housing department requires working an average of 30
hours a week in Eagle County.
Phillips brings up some scenarios related to mitigation of new GRFA. He doesn't want to penalize
non-conforming properties that are trying to keep their existing density.
Roy says it's hard to say specifically if there has not been a recent GRFA study done for a
property. Under the proposal they could maintain the same size and unit count but it would
require a PEC application.
Phillips asks about credits for existing EHUs.
Roy says enlarging an existing EHU would count against the mitigation requirement.
Rediker requests clarification about the excessive slope / hazard section in the proposal.
Roy walks through the proposed language, the intent is keeping it in line with similar zone districts.
Perez asks about the difference in EHU types.
Roy explains the difference between Type IV-IZ and Type VII-IZ EHUs; Type VII not counted
towards density or GRFA, whereas Type IV does count towards density.
Perez agrees with staff recommendation for Type VII-IZ EHUs to be implemented and asks if there
are additional restrictions about who qualifies to live in these units.
Roy responds no. Roy brings up the language regarding "250 additions." This section could be
amended to allow 250 additions in triplexes and above to allow small additions without having to go
through the whole rezoning process.
Pratt clarifies it would not apply to single-family and two -family residences in Two-Family
and Primary/Secondary districts and supports this language regarding 250 additions.
Rediker also supports this.
Roy says it would be a general change to town code.
Planning Manager Spence says if a property is over on density, 250 additions could be utilized with
this amendment for triplexes and greater.
The commission supports this proposal.
Rediker asks for public comment.
Peter Papangelis reads a letter on behalf of the Gadberrys. They thank the PEC for considering
public input. They talk about existing conditions for their property on Chamonix. West Vail residents
will need incentives and a streamlined process to redevelop.
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Rediker notes the letter can be added to record.
Jack Bergey is a West Vail resident. He thanks the PEC for listening to public input and sees
improvements in the proposal. He asks about going over on the allowable density. He thinks unlimited
GRFA for EHUs is a good step forward. He asks about the process; when do you have to rezone and
do a development plan and when is this triggered.
Mike Clarner lives in West Vail. He wants more clarification on the process, what extent of a
remodel requires opting into the new overlay zone.
Allison Kent thanks staff and the PEC for a thorough job and says the proposal has come a long
way. She asks if you can shift a current inclusionary zoning requirement from a Type IV EHU to a
Type VII if there is an existing EHU on site.
Public comment is closed.
To answer public comment questions, Roy clarifies the proposed process. if remodels do not affect the
square footage of a building, then PEC / rezoning is not necessary and the applicant can go straight to
the DRB. If the 250 addition language passes, then applicants can just go straight to the DRB.
Roy talks about the process for non- conforming properties, which is the case even if the property is
over on density. Increased density would come forth with an application with a development plan.
Rediker clarifies they have to come before the commission for a rezoning prior to submitting
a development plan.
Perez asks about the burden and cost this could potentially put on property owners.
Roy says they wouldn't have to come back for another PEC meeting if they were meeting set standards.
Another future conversation with council could be how to incentivize or reduce the burden on people going
through these applications. He says the substance of the application would be commensurate to the scope
of work being proposed, which is not necessarily much greater than what is already required.
Rediker brings up the question of conversion of EHUs from Type IV for Type VII.
Roy says he will check with the housing department regarding that possibility.
Roy asks the PEC for input as to the best mitigation percentage for new square footage.
Rediker says he is at 25-30%. Pratt says he personally agrees with 25-30%, but the goal of the
master plan is to create more employee housing. If that is the policy goal of the town, it seems the
40% number should be adopted.
Phillips says he is in the 30-40% range, going below 30% might be problematic for meeting the
policy goals. The new proposal incentivizes owners to provide EHUs which is a good thing.
Perez agrees with the 30-40% range.
Rediker says the Commission agrees with Type VII- IZ EHUs for the overlay district. The commission
also supports amending the 250 Ordinance to apply to triplexes and above in the districts where they
are currently prohibited.
Roy says he will get input from housing department in the coming weeks regarding EHU type.
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Phillips adds that there is a great benefit to the exclusion of EHUs in density calculations.
No additional comments.
Karen Perez made a motion to Table to April 10, 2023 (Jensen absent); Henry Pratt seconded
the motion Passed (4 - 0). 4. Approval of Minutes
4.1 PEC Results 3-13-23 PEC Results 3-13-23.pdf
Reid Phillips made a motion to Approve (Jensen absent); Karen Perez seconded the motion Passed
(4 - 0). Karen Perez made a motion to ; Henry Pratt seconded the motion (4 - 0).
5. Information Update Staff and Rediker thank Commissioner Perez and Commissioner Judge for their service on
the PEC.
Perez thanks commissioners and says she will continue to participate as a community member.
6. Adjournment
Reid Phillips made a motion to Adjourn (Jensen absent); Henry Pratt seconded the
motion Passed (4 - 0). Reid Phillips made a motion to ; Henry Pratt seconded the motion (4 - 0).
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 3.1
Item Cover Page
DATE:April 4, 2023
SUBMITTED BY:Missy Johnson, Housing
ITEM TYPE:Information Update
AGENDA SECTION:Information Update
SUBJECT:March 14, 2023 VLHA Meeting Minutes
SUGGESTED ACTION:
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
2023-3-14 VLHA Minutes.pdf
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Vail Local Housing Authority Minutes
Tuesday, March 14, 2023
3:00 PM
Virtual Meeting Via Zoom
PRESENT ABSENT
Steve Lindstrom
Craig Denton
Dan Godec
James Wilkins
Kristin Williams
STAFF
George Ruther, Housing Director
Martha Anderson, Housing Coordinator
Missy Johnson, Housing Coordinator
1. Call to Order
1.1 Zoom Meeting 1 (Pre-Executive Session)
1.2 Call to Order Meeting called to order at 3:01 p.m. with a quorum on Zoom.
1.3 Zoom Meeting 2 (Post-Executive Session)
2. Citizen Participation
2.1 Citizen Participation - No comments.
3. Approval of Minutes
3.1 VLHA February 28, 2023 Minutes
Presenter(s): Missy Johnson, Housing Coordinator
Motion to approve as approve the minutes as amended;
MOTION: Williams SECOND: Wilkins PASSED: (5- 0)
4. Main Agenda
4.1 Resolution No. 5, Series of 2023, a Resolution Authorizing a Professional
Services Agreement with Mauriello Planning Group, LLC for Zoning and Development
Review Procedures Consultation.
Presenter(s): George Ruther, Housing Director
MOTION: Wilkins SECOND: Williams PASSED: (5- 0)
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4.2 Resolution No. 6, Series of 2023, a Resolution Approving the Purchase of a Deed
Restriction Interest in Property (Type III Deed Restriction) in the Town of Vail Legally
Described as Pitkin Creek Park Unit: 7-N, Eagle County, Colorado with a Physical Address of
3971 Bighorn Road Unit 7N, Vail, Colorado; and Setting Forth Details in Regard Thereto.
Presenter(s): Missy Johnson, Housing Coordinator
MOTION: Wilkins SECOND: Williams PASSED: (5- 0)
4.3 Resolution No. 7, Series of 2023, a Resolution Expressing the Intent of the Issuer to be
Reimbursed for Certain Expenses Relating to the Acquisition, Development, Construction and
Equipping of the Timber Line Apartments Project for the Purpose of Residential Workforce
Housing.
Presenter(s): Steve Lindstrom, VLHA Chairman
Motion to approve, as reviewed by legal with approval without revisions;
MOTION: Williams SECOND: Godec PASSED: (5- 0)
5. Matters from the Chairman and Authority Members
5.1 Matters from the Chairman and Authority Members
Presenter(s): Steve Lindstrom, VLHA Chairman
Williams reported on a very successful recent Habitat for Humanity fundraiser.
Ruther mentioned the upcoming Town Council Meeting will include updates regarding Timber
Ridge and the opportunity for the public to purchase Deed Restricted homes as part of the future
re-development of Timber Ridge.
Motion to move into Executive Session at 3:15 p.m.
MOTION: Wiliams SECOND: Godec PASSED: (5- 0)
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 real, personal or other property interests and to
determine positions relative to matters that may be subject to negotiations regarding: Vail
InDEED applications and deed restrictions.
Presenter(s): Missy Johnson, Housing Coordinator
Motion to exit executive session at 3:24 p.m.
MOTION: Wilkins SECOND: Godec PASSED: (5- 0)
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7. Any Action as a Result of Executive Session
7.1 Any Action as a Result of Executive Session
Presenter(s): Steve Lindstrom, VLHA Chairman
At 3:25 p.m. the Authority re-entered regular session.
Wilkins made a motion to Authorize Housing Staff to move forward as recommended
during Executive Session:
MOTION: Wilkins SECOND: Godec PASSED: (5- 0)
8. Adjournment
8.1 Adjournment 5:00 PM (Estimate)
Motion to adjourn at 3:27 p.m;
MOTION: Williams SECOND: Godec PASSED: (5- 0)
9. Future Agenda Items
• Vail Housing 2027
• Land Banking
• Investment Banker Discussion
• Review Retirement and Remote Worker Policies
• Review Chamonix Vail Deed Restriction
• Vail InDEED - GIS Mapping
10. Next Meeting Date
10.1 Next Meeting Date March 28, 2023
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 3.2
Item Cover Page
DATE:April 4, 2023
SUBMITTED BY:Missy Johnson, Housing
ITEM TYPE:Information Update
AGENDA SECTION:Information Update
SUBJECT:EHU Compliance Update
SUGGESTED ACTION:
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
EHU Compliance Status Update Memo.pdf
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Memorandum
To: Vail Town Council
From: Missy Johnson, Housing Coordinator
Date: April 4, 2023
Subject: 2022 Deed-Restricted Employee Housing Compliance Status Report
I. SUMMARY
The Town of Vail Housing Department has completed the deed-restricted compliance
process for 2022. In the end, a total of 31 property owners, or 3% of the total 949 deed
restricted property owners were determined to be non-compliant with the terms of the
deed restriction. At this time, the next step is to finalize evidentiary files to transfer to the
Town’s prosecutor and begin the enforcement process.
II. PURPOSE
The purpose of this memorandum is to inform the Vail Town Council of the results of the
2022 deed-restricted employee housing compliance process. The report highlights the
reasons for non-compliance and a list of property owners believed to be non-compliant.
In several cases, some property owners are believed to be in non -compliance for multiple
reasons.
A total of 31 property owners have failed to comply for one or more of the following
reasons:
1. Failed to comply with required residential usage or rental requirements as
referenced in the deed restriction
2. Failed to submit a complete set of required documentation as referenced in the
deed restriction to verify compliance
3. Failed to submit a complete set of required documentation to show the resident is
meeting minimum Eagle County employment requirements as required by the
terms of the deed restriction
The following property owners are believed to be non-compliant. The information on the
list referenced below may change by April 4, 2023 as the final deadline to submit is 5:00
p.m. Friday, March 31, 2023.
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EHU PROPERTY ADDRESS PROPERTY OWNER NAME
383 Beaver Dam Road A2Z Holdings, LLC
363 Beaver Dam Road A2Z Holdings, LLC
430 South Frontage Road East Unit RU-A Altus Vail Unit Owner LLC c/o Bruce Capital
430 South Frontage Road East Unit RU-B Altus Vail Unit Owner LLC c/o Bruce Capital
430 South Frontage Road East Unit RU-C Altus Vail Unit Owner LLC c/o Bruce Capital
430 South Frontage Road East Unit RU-D Altus Vail Unit Owner LLC c/o Bruce Capital
430 South Frontage Road East Unit RU-E Altus Vail Unit Owner LLC c/o Bruce Capital
430 South Frontage Road East Unit RU-F Altus Vail Unit Owner LLC c/o Bruce Capital
430 South Frontage Road East Unit RU-G Altus Vail Unit Owner LLC c/o Bruce Capital
430 South Frontage Road East Unit RU-H Altus Vail Unit Owner LLC c/o Bruce Capital
430 South Frontage Road East Unit RU-J Altus Vail Unit Owner LLC c/o Bruce Capital
430 South Frontage Road East Unit RU-K Altus Vail Unit Owner LLC c/o Bruce Capital
430 South Frontage Road East Unit RU-L Altus Vail Unit Owner LLC c/o Bruce Capital
430 South Frontage Road East Unit RU-M Altus Vail Unit Owner LLC c/o Bruce Capital
430 South Frontage Road East Unit RU-N Altus Vail Unit Owner LLC c/o Bruce Capital
430 South Frontage Road East Unit RU-O Altus Vail Unit Owner LLC c/o Bruce Capital
430 South Frontage Road East Unit RU-P Altus Vail Unit Owner LLC c/o Bruce Capital
2388 Garmisch Drive Unit 3-B2 Aspen Financial Group LLC c/o Alan Surdis --
*Form was not submitted
2361 Lower Traverse Way Unit B Dan McNutt
1220 Westhaven Lane A David and Izabel Flowers
2108 Zermatt Lane Unit G Greg Arce
315 Mill Creek Drive Howard P. & Judith Roth Berkowitz
2381 Upper Traverse Way Unit B Marissa & Romaine Lyttle
1819 Meadow Ridge Road Unit E Matthew and Kimberly Tracy
2090 Zermatt Lane Unit F Maurice Babcock
2783 Kinnikinnick Road Unit 7 Melissa Bartholomew Marotto
385 Mill Creek Circle Michael & Martha Gaughan
5024 Main Gore Drive South Unit B2 Molly Moffet --
*Form was not submitted for a repeated year
1229 Spraddle Creek Rajendra & Neera Singh
2347 Upper Traverse Way Unit B Ramona Ryden
903 Red Sandstone Road Unit 10B WV 10 LLLP
III. NEXT STEPS
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The next step in the process is to begin enforcement action. Beginning April 1, 2023, the
housing staff, in collaboration with the Police Department, will continue preparing
evidentiary files for the alleged non-compliant deed restricted property owners in
anticipation of issuing summons for failure to comply with the deed restriction terms. At
this time, the issue of non-compliance will transition from a compliance matter with the
Town’s Housing Department to an enforcement matter involving the Vail Police
Department and Town prosecutor.
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 3.3
Item Cover Page
DATE:April 4, 2023
SUBMITTED BY:Alex Jakubiec, Finance
ITEM TYPE:Information Update
AGENDA SECTION:Information Update
SUBJECT:March Revenue Update
SUGGESTED ACTION:
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
ATTACHMENTS:
230404 Revenue Update.pdf
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TOWN OF VAIL
REVENUE UPDATE
April 4, 2023
4.0% Sales Tax
Upon receipt of all sales tax returns, February collections are estimated to be
$5,943,615 up 4.6% from last year and up 39.9% compared to budget. YTD
collections of $11,678,223 are up 7.1% from this time last year and up 40.2% from
the budget. Inflation as measured by the consumer price index was up 6.0% for
February. The annual budget totals $34.0 million.
0.5% Housing Fund Sales Tax
Upon receipt of all sales tax returns, February collections of the 0.5% housing
sales tax are estimated to be $709,986 up 1.1% from last year and up 33.7% from
budget. YTD collections of $1,408,781 are up 4.5% from this time last year and up
34.3% from budget. The 2023 budget for the housing fund sales tax totals $4.1
million.
Real Estate Transfer Tax (RETT)
RETT collections through March 29 total $1,184,704 down (24.3)% from this
time last year. The 2023 RETT budget totals $7,000,000.
Construction Use Tax
Use Tax collections through March 29 total $540,063 compared to $227,296
from this time last year. The 2023 budget totals $2,000,000.
Lift Tax
2023 YTD lift tax collections through February 28 total $2,929,120 up 1.2% or
$34,361 from the same time last year.
Daily Parking Sales
Daily sales from the parking structures from November through March 19 total
approximately $5,834,997, up $673,978, or 13.1% from this time last year.
Parking Pass Revenue
Pass sales for the 22/23 ski season (November through March 29) total
$2,101,066 up $755,699 or 56.2% from prior winter season. A detailed chart of
approximate passes sold by type is shown below. 21/22 ski season numbers
represent passes sold or used throughout the entire prior ski season.
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2022/23 Passes YTD
Sold 2021/22 Passes
Total
Season
Sold
Premier 21 Gold 66
Vail Village Business
Premier 65 Silver - Vail Village 60
Lionshead Business
Premier 11 Silver - Lionshead 6
Employee Plus 360 Blue 358
Employee 513 Pink 690
Eagle County Local 1,838
Eagle County Value
Card 1,699*
Vail Local 1,797 Vail Value Card 2,303*
Total 4,605 Total 5,182
*During the 2021/2022 season Value Cards were not recertified. The total number sold is
estimated based on the number of individual Value Cards scanned in the parking
structures during the entire 2021/2022 winter season.
Value cards in prior seasons we often used in conjunction with other passes, such as the
Blue pass, to utilize discount parking in the structures on days that the parker’s other pass
did not grant access. This year, discounted parking is included with employee and
business passes, reducing the need for multiple passes.
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2023 Budget % change % change
2018 2019 2020 Budget Variance from 2022 from Budget
January 3,597,610$ 4,079,994$ 4,076,145$ 3,422,209$ 5,216,484$ 4,080,000$ 5,734,607 1,654,607$ 9.93% 40.55%
February 3,818,356 4,137,087 4,285,633 3,691,850 5,683,024 4,250,000 5,943,615 1,693,615$ 4.59% 39.85%
Total 7,415,966$ 8,217,081$ 8,361,778$ 7,114,060$ 10,899,508$ 8,330,000$ 11,678,223$ 3,348,223$ 7.14% 40.19%
March 4,167,880 4,237,933 2,243,518 4,364,797 5,950,721 4,420,000
April 1,233,474 1,445,071 427,518 1,751,528 2,233,363 1,700,000
May 830,193 763,756 503,828 1,061,516 1,231,329 1,020,000
June 1,648,443 1,606,748 1,023,517 2,149,312 2,317,265 2,040,000
July 2,412,425 2,480,292 2,084,644 3,491,668 3,506,410 3,400,000
August 2,195,175 2,237,050 2,138,838 2,877,550 2,996,614 2,720,000
September 1,540,490 1,600,100 1,767,393 2,359,528 2,439,884 2,040,000
October 1,106,596 1,165,176 1,371,727 1,734,964 1,739,445 1,700,000
November 1,264,600 1,260,314 1,425,461 1,880,397 1,892,722 1,700,000
December 4,070,870 4,237,178 3,625,189 5,749,365 5,599,712 4,930,000
Total 27,886,112$ 29,250,698$ 24,973,411$ 34,534,683$ 40,806,972$ 34,000,000$ 11,678,223$ 3,348,223$ 7.14% 40.19%
2022 2023 Budget % change % change
Collections Budget Variance from 2022 from Budget
January 645,407$ 518,000$ 698,795$ 180,795$ 8.27%34.90%
February 702,285 531,000 709,986$ 178,986$ 1.10% 33.71%
Total 1,347,692$ 1,049,000$ 1,408,781$ 359,781$ 4.53%34.30%
March 724,549 552,500
April 268,901 212,500
May 147,076 122,500
June 280,377 245,000
July 424,406 395,000
August 361,068 325,000
September 294,681 250,000
October 208,633 191,500
November 229,143 207,500
December 671,674 574,500
Total 4,958,199$ 4,125,000$ 1,408,781$ 359,781$ 4.53%34.30%
Town of Vail Revenue Update
April 4, 2023
4.0% SALES TAX
2023 Budget Comparison
0.5% Collected
Sales Tax
0.5% HOUSING SALES TAX COLLECTIONS
2023 Budget Comparison
Actual 4.0% Collections 4.0% Collected
Sales Tax2021 2022
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Through February 28
February 4% Sales Tax Collections By Year
Through February 28
Town of Vail Revenue Update
April 4, 2023
YTD 4% Sales Tax Collections By Year
• February collections of $5.9M are up 4.6% from prior year and up 39.9% from budget.
$4,137,087
$4,285,633
$3,691,850
$5,683,024
$5,943,615
$0 $2,000,000 $4,000,000 $6,000,000
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
$8,217,081
$8,361,778
$7,114,060
$10,899,508
$11,678,223
$0 $2,000,000 $4,000,000 $6,000,000 $8,000,000 $10,000,000 $12,000,000
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
• YTD collections of $11,678,223 are up 7.1% from prior year and up 40.2% from the budget.
• Inflation as measured by the consumer price index was up 6.0% in February.
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February Collections YTD Collections
Town of Vail Revenue Update
April 4, 2023
February 0.5% Housing Fund Sales Tax Collections By Year
Real Estate Transfer Tax by Year
YTD Through March 2023
• This chart shows YTD collections of 1% RETT, segmented by real property values. 2023
collections are down (24.3)% from the prior year.
$0
$250,000
$500,000
$750,000
$1,000,000
$1,250,000
$1,500,000
$1,750,000
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
Sales Less Than $2.5 Million Sales $2.5 to $5 Million Sales $5 to $10 Million Sales Over $10 Million
$1,563,122 $1,531,069 $1,517,141 $1,564,967
$1,184,704
• February collections of $709,986 are up 1.1% from prior year and up 33.7% from the budget.
YTD collections of $1.4M are up 4.5% from this time last year and up 34.3% from budget.
$702,285 $709,986
$0
$250,000
$500,000
$750,000
2022 2023
$1,347,692 $1,408,781
$0
$200,000
$400,000
$600,000
$800,000
$1,000,000
$1,200,000
$1,400,000
2022 2023
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Town of Vail Revenue Update
April 4, 2023
Construction Use Tax by Year
YTD Through March 2023
YTD Lift Tax Collections
Through February 28
• Use Tax collections through March 29 total 535,377 compared to $227,296 from this time last
year. This is an increase of 137.6%
$230,943
$257,577
$574,257
$227,296
$540,063
$0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
• 2023 YTD lift tax collections of $2.9M are up 1.2% or $34,361 from the same time last year.
$2,357,153
$2,309,563
$2,793,560
$2,894,759
$2,929,120
$0 $500,000 $1,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,000,000 $2,500,000 $3,000,000
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
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Vail Business Review
January 2023
April 4, 2023
The Vail Business Review breaks down the 4.5% sales tax collected for the month of
January 2023. The 4.5% sales tax includes the town’s general 4% sales tax and the
0.5% housing sales tax supported by Town of Vail voters during the November 2021
election made effective January 1st, 2022. The housing sales tax will sunset on
December 31, 2051.
Overall, January sales tax was up from the prior year 9.8%. Retail increased 11.1%,
lodging increased 5.9%, food and beverage increased 15.8%, and utilities/other
increased 13.8%. Excluding the out-of-town category, sales tax for the month of
January was up 13.1% compared to prior year.
Town of Vail sales tax forms, the Vail Business Review, and sales tax worksheets are
available on the internet at www.vailgov.com. You can subscribe to have the Vail
Business Review and the sales tax worksheet emailed to you automatically from
www.vailgov.com.
Please remember when reading the Vail Business Review that it is produced from sales
tax collections as opposed to actual gross sales.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to call me at (970) 479-2125 or
Carlie Smith, Finance Director, at (970) 479-2119.
Sincerely,
Lauren Noll
Town of Vail
Sales Tax Administrator
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January 2023
Sales Tax Collections by Business Type
Town of Vail Business Review
January Sales Tax Collections by Year
January Sales Tax
January 2022
1,944,549
Lodging
2,831,248
Food &
Beverage
1,322,620 Utilities &
Other
334,985
$0
$500,000
$1,000,000
$1,500,000
$2,000,000
$2,500,000
$3,000,000
11.1%15.8%13.8%
Retail
RLFU
-$8,000,000
$12,000,000
4,079,072
4,077,009
3,422,093
$0 $1,000,000 $2,000,000 $3,000,000 $4,000,000 $5,000,000 $6,000,000
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
General Sales Tax
Housing Sales Tax
5,860,648
6,433,402
5.9%
• January 2023 retail sales increased 11.1%, lodging increased 5.9%, food and beverage increased
15.8%, and utilities and other increased 13.8%.
• The figures above reflect 4.5% sales tax.
Retail
1,749,433
Lodging
2,674,146
Food &
Beverage
1,142,654 Utilities &
Other
294,414
$0
$500,000
$1,000,000
$1,500,000
$2,000,000
$2,500,000
$3,000,000
• This report represents collections of Town of Vail sales tax, as opposed to actual gross sales.
•On January 1st, 2022, Town of Vail sales tax increased from 4.0% to 4.5% on all items except food for
home consumption. 2022 and 2023 above include the 0.5% housing sales tax, depicted in light
blue. Prior years show general 4.0% sales tax collections.
•Overall, January 2023 4.5% sales tax collections were up from the prior year 9.8%.
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January Sales Tax
Town of Vail Business Review
January 2022January 2023
Geographic Area Trends by Year
January Sales Tax by Year
Sales Tax by Location
Other
Areas
13%
Lionshead
19%
Out of
Town
21%
Vail Village
47%
Other Areas
15%
Lionshead
18%
Out of Town
23%
Vail Village
44%
• Vail Village sales tax increased 17.0%, Lionshead increased 17.3%, Other Areas decreased (3.5%),
and Out of Town decreased (1.1%). Excluding Out of Town collections, all areas were up 13.1%.
• The figures above reflect 4.5% sales tax.
620,264
589,995
500,031
1,029,840
1,004,139
585,675
420,199
410,047
887,511
2,008,769
2,072,827
1,448,876
$0 $500,000 $1,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,000,000 $2,500,000 $3,000,000
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
Vail Village
Out of Town
Lionshead
Other Areas
• This chart shows January sales tax collections by geographic area over time.
• 2022 and 2023 include the 0.5% increase for housing sales tax, depicted in lighter shades.
General 4.0% sales tax collections are shown in darker shades.
864,744
1,053,365 1,373,380 2,569,159
3,004,982
1,235,6801,357,982
834,759
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January Sales Tax
Accommodation Services Sales Tax by Year
Retail Business Sales Tax Detail
January Sales Tax
Town of Vail Business Review
Apparel
$444,441
Grocery
$237,077
Gallery
$42,244
Gifts
$7,813
Jewelry
$70,742Retail Liquor
$88,502
Retail Other
$293,904
Sporting Goods
$670,710
Online Retailers
$88,760
Retail Home
Occupation
$360
• Overall, January 2023 accommodations services increased 5.9% over prior year. Short-term rentals increased
0.3% from prior year and hotels and lodges increased 8.6%.
• 2022 and 2023 include the 0.5% increase for housing sales tax, depicted in lighter shades. General 4.0% sales
tax collections are shown in darker shades.
•Short-term rental sales tax collection numbers include online marketplace facilitators like Airbnb and VRBO.
Revenue collections from facilitators may include some hotels and lodges.
834,015
446,180
$0 $500,000 $1,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,000,000
Hotel and Lodges
Short-Term
Rentals
2023 2022 2021
881,628
1,947,252
1,792,519
883,995
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Retail 274,072.76 279,710.52 ‐2.02%
Lodging 448,904.16 483,961.25 ‐7.24%
F & B 103,759.35 93,970.66 10.42%
Other 8,022.93 7,101.33 12.98%
Total 834,759.20 864,743.76 ‐3.47%
Retail 342,780.27 299,323.17 14.52%
Lodging 638,939.82 540,698.91 18.17%
F & B 247,802.56 210,075.65 17.96%
Other 6,157.33 3,266.74 88.49%
Total 1,235,679.98 1,053,364.48 17.31%
Retail 339,610.28 379,688.99 ‐10.56%
Lodging 732,363.60 743,248.26 ‐1.46%
F & B 2,743.22 3,890.47 ‐29.49%
Other 283,264.54 246,552.44 14.89%
Total 1,357,981.64 1,373,380.16 ‐1.12%
Retail 988,086.03 790,710.80 24.96%
Lodging 1,011,040.79 906,238.04 11.56%
F & B 968,314.82 834,716.92 16.01%
Other 37,539.79 37,493.52 0.12%
Total 3,004,981.43 2,569,159.28 16.96%
Retail 1,944,549.34 1,749,433.47 11.15%
Lodging 2,831,248.37 2,674,146.46 5.87%
F & B 1,322,619.95 1,142,653.70 15.75%
Other 334,984.59 294,414.03 13.78%
Total 6,433,402.25 5,860,647.66 9.77%
Retail Apparel 444,440.73 354,171.97 25.49%
Retail Food 237,076.55 230,715.34 2.76%
Retail Gallery 42,243.59 9,851.63 328.80%
Retail Gift 7,812.51 8,367.33 ‐6.63%
Retail Home Occupation 359.67 373.75 ‐3.77%
Retail Jewelry 70,741.53 29,918.10 136.45%
Retail Liquor 88,501.83 91,524.27 ‐3.30%
Retail Other 293,903.65 360,578.62 ‐18.49%
Retail Sport 670,709.58 583,299.49 14.99%
Retail Online Retailer 88,759.70 80,632.98 10.08%
Total 1,944,549.34 1,749,433.47 11.15%
Total ‐ All Areas
Lionshead
Out of Town
Vail Village
Retail Summary
Cascade Village / East Vail / Sandstone / West Vail
Town of Vail Business Review
January 4.5% Sales Tax
2023 Collections 2022 Collections YoY % Change
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