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Home My WebLink About1986 Vail Town Council MinutesMTNUTES UAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 7, 1956 7:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, January 7, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rase, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affeldt Dan Corcoran Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Hermann Staufer Gnrdon Pierce TOWN OEFIGIALS PRESENT: Charlyn Canada, Acting Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam $randmeyer, Town Clerk The first item on the agenda was the presentation from the Town Council of a framed letter of appreciation to Harry Frampton for his work at Vail Associates. Mayor Johnston presented the letter to Harry, who, in turn, thanked everyone involved. The next item was the approval of the minutes of the December 3 and 17, 1985 meetings. Kent Rose and Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal noted that the name Robert Woodward on the December 3 minutes should be corrected to read Richard Woodrow. Dan Corcoran then made a motion to approve both sets of minutes with the noted correction, and Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-O. The third item on the agenda was passed over, as there were no applicants to fill the vacancy on the Local Liquor Licensing Authority. The next item on the agenda was the public hearing regarding the annexation of the Buffehr Creek area of West Vail. Larry Eskwith explained the purpose of the hearing and introduced Nancy Hayes as a Court Reporter who will be transcribing the testimony of the witnesses. At this time Mayor Johnston swore in the first witness Pamela Brandmeyer, Town Clerk. Pamela Brandmeyer testified that proper notice of the hearing on the annexation of the Buffehr Creek area of West Vail was properly published as required by Colorado State law. After Pamela Brandmeyer testified, Dan Corcoran was sworn. Mr. Corcoran testified that he was the owner of Eagle Ualley Surveying and was a licensed Colorado land surveyor who did the work on the annexation map for the Buffehr Creek area. He testified that the perimeter of the area to be annexed had at least a one-sixth contiguity with the boundary of the Town of Uail. He further testified that no property in the territory to be annexed was • to be divided by the annexation process and that no parcel of land 20 acres ar greater was included in the territory to be annexed. The next witness to testify was Loyette Goodell. Loyette Goodell testified that she was a resident of the area proposed to be annexed, that the area had a community of interest with the Town of Vail, was urban in nature and was capable of being fully integrated into the Town of Vail. The next witness to testify was Rick Pylman. Mr. Pylman testified that he was a Planner for the Town of Vail, who worked on the annexation process. He further testified that prior to his employment with the Town of Vail he was a Planner for the County of Eagle, Colorado. He testified that he was familiar with the area to be annexed, that the area had a community of interest with the Town of Vail, was urban in nature and was capable of being integrated into the Town of Vail. He further testified that no parcel of land was being divided by the annexation and further that no parcel 20 acres ar greater was included in the territory to be annexed. Rick Pylman was the last witness, and Larry Eskwith stated he had no others to present to the Council. Mayor Johnston asked for comments from the public and na comments were given. Larry Eskwith then requested that testimony be closed for the annexation hearing. A vote was taken and the hearing was closed on a vote of 5-0, with Dan Corcoran abstaining from the vote because of his involvement in the proceedings. The fifth item was the reading of Resolution No. 1, Series of 1986, making certain i findings of fact and reaching certain conclusions relating to the annexation of the Buffehr Creek area of West Vail. Larry Eskwith gave reasons far the approval of the resolution. There was no discussion b,y the public or Council. Larry noted the conclusions and requirements have been meet for the annexation. They are: 1. The requirements of the applicable parts of Sections 31-12-104 and 31-12-105, C.R.S., as amended, have been met in regard to the proposed annexation. • 2. No annexation election is required under Section 31-12-107' {2}, C.R.S., as amended. 3. The Town Council hereby determines that no additional terms and conditions are to be imposed on the territory to be annexed. At this time, Kent Rose made a motion to approve the resolution, which Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal seconded. A vote was taken and the motional passed 5-0, with Dan Corcoran abstaining. The next item was the first reading of Ordinance No. 1, Series of 1986, annexing the Buffehr Creek area of West Vail. Mayor Johnston read the title in full. Larry Eskwith said this is the actual ordinance which annexes the territory to the Tawn. It will become effective five {5} days after the final publication. There was no discussion by the public or the Council. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a motion to approve the ordinance on first reading, and Hermann Staufer seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0, with Dan Corcoran abstaining. The seventh item on the agenda was the first reading of Ordinance Na. 2, Series of 1986, providing protection from double taxation of the sales tax. Mayan Johnston read the full title. Larry Eskwith explained this was basically a housekeeping ordinance. There was no discussion by the public or the Council. Dan Corcoran made a motion to approve the ordinance on first reading, and Kent Rose seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The next item, not scheduled on the agenda, was the appointment of members for the Swimming Task Force. Mayor Johnston gave background information on the Task Force. A vote was taken and the members of the Swimming Task Force were chosen: Tim Garton, Lizette Lamb, George Knox, Duane Piper and Gordon Pierce. Another item not scheduled on the agenda was the reading of Resolution Na. 3, Series of 1986, regarding the issuance of industrial development bonds to finance a project for Kiandra Hotel Partners Limited Partnership. Jay Peterson, representing the Kiandra Hotel Partners Limited Partnership, explained the information in the resolution. He also noted the most important information of the resolution was the underlined sentence on page 3, paragraph number 3: "Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the willingness of the Tawn to issue the bonds is expressly conditioned upon the bands and the financing of the Project satisfying any criteria established by the Town prior to or subsequent to the adoption of this resolution." After a short discussion by Council, Kent Rose made a motion to approve the resolution. Dan Corcoran seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. i The next item was Citizen Participation. Leon Lowenthal complained the Town`s snowplows were blocking his driveway when plowing. Stan Berryman responded to Mr. Lowenthal's remarks. After some discussion by Council, Stan agreed to go talk with the residents in the area again about the problem. The Town Manager's Report was next. Charlyn Canada noted that the Town`s buses set a new retard on New Year's Eve by carrying 31,288 passengers on the shuttle buses in town, and carrying a total of 42,284 passengers an all the routes. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Paul R. Johnsto Mayor ;' -2- ATTEST: • Pamela A. Brandmeyer, Townl~lerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman r ~ -3- 4 MEMOaA~vD~rM • TO: Town Council FROM: Ron Phillips ~ GATE: January 2, 1986 SUBJECT: Swimming Pool Task Farce The staff has discussed the Swimming Pool Task Force and recommends the following structure. This committee should be a mix of individuals who are ProwCompetitive Swimming, Recreational Swimming, Concerned Citizens, Planning Commission and Council. A. Pro-Competitive Swimming (I}: ~1~ Al Dorsett ~ ~/ Tim Garton ~~r~ 3. Chuck Ogilby a B. creational Swim. Lizette Lamb 1~1 2. Barb Stalker 3. Peggy Osterfoss~ ~ ~~~ C. oncerned Citizens 1): 1~ George Knax ~~~ 2. Peter Abuisi~ 3. Lisa Di 11 on j~ D. fanning Commissiqq (1): ~? Duane Piper~l~ ~ N,,v 2. Pam Hopkins r ~ U.t`~ 3. Tom Griner E. Counci 1 (1) Gordon Pierce ~7'N. •- The number of peap1e selected for this committee should not be too large. A manageable group of five would be a productive working Task Force. The people listed above are suggestions only, and they have all agreed to serve if appointed. Staffing of the Task Force will be provided by Pat Dodson, Peter Patten and Steve Barwick. RVP/bsc MINUTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 21, 1986 7:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, January 21, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rase, Mayor Prn Tem Eric Affeldt Dan Corcoran Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce Hermann Staufer Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first item on the agenda was the second reading of Ordinance No. 1, Series of 1986, annexing the Buffeter Creek area of West Vail. Mayor Johnston read the title in full. Larry Eskwith gave brief details of the ordinance and thanked all the citizens involved. Mayor Johnston and Dan Corcoran a1 so thanked everyone involved in the annexation process. Dan Corcoran abstained from voting because of his work on the annexation maps. There was no further discussion, Gail Wahriith-Lowenthal made a motion to approve the ordinance on second reading, and Gordon Pierce seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 6-0, with Dan Corcoran abstaining. The second item was the second reading of Ordinance No. 2, Series of 1986, providing protection from double taxation of the sales tax. Mayor Johnston read the full title. Larry Eskwith explained the reasoning behind this ordinance. There was na discussion by the public or the Council, Hermann Staufer made a motion to approve the ordinance nn second reading, and Dan Corcoran seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. The third item on the agenda was the first reading of Ordinance No. 3, Series of 1986, regarding removal of roof snow and ice. The item was withdrawn to be tabled indefinitely. The next item was the reading of Resolution No. 5 concerning the approval of the Cascade Village Metropolitan District Service Plan. Larry Eskwith gave a brief overview of the resolution. Bill Inkley, of C. Michael Sayer, P.C., detailed the • changes made in the resolution: 1. Section 6, page 2, the last sentence was changed to read: "The Town shall have the right to approve and review said Agreement." 2. Section 13, page 3, the second sentence was changed to read: "In this regard, the District shall obtain such insurance or other risk protection - which may include being named as a co-insured on policies of Vail Associates, Inc. - with respect to operation of the chairlift, as may be available to insure against risk of loss or liability on account of District operations." 3. Section 15, page 4, a second paragraph was added regarding a plan for dissolution: "To the extent dissolution of the District is initiated without satisfaction of outstanding District indebtedness or obligations, a Plan for Dissolution shall be prepared pursuant to Section 32-1-702, Colorado Revised Statutes, for review and approval by the Tawn which provides for the satisfaction of such indebtedness or obligations." 4. Section 16, page 4, was added in its entirety: "That the District shall in addition to other notices required under Title 32, Colorado Revised Statutes, mail notice to the qualified electors and property owners within the proposed boundaries of the District, of the date, time, and place of the election, the qualifications to vote in such election, and stating that if the organization of the District is approved, the property taxes of property owners within the District could increase by up to thirty percent over present levels." 5. Typographical error in Section 1 (c), page l., to be corrected: "within is proposed" to be changed to "within its proposed". He also stated he thought all the changes and Town stipulations had been included in the Service Pi an. Larry Eskwith stated he had not had a chance to review the updated Service Plan and requested the Council approve the resolution with the requirement that the Service Plan is in complete conformance with the resolution. At this time, Larry Eskwith, Andy Norris and Bill Ink1ey answered questions from the Council. Kay Saulsberry gave comments on possible parking problems with a new lift in the area. Eric Affeldt spoke in apposition to the district because of the proposed increase in property taxes for property owners in the district and because he believed the parking situation had not been adequately addressed. Frank McKibbon gave his support for the district. Dan Corcoran made a motion to approve the resolution with the stipulation the Town Attorney review the updated Service Plan and make sure it is in total compliance with all aspects of the resolution. Coil Wahrlich-Lowenthal seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed fi-I, with Eric Affeldt opposing. The fifth item was the reading of Resolution No. 4, establishing Town policy on the Lotto lottery. Pat Dodson gave detailed background information on the new lottery game. Coil Wahrlich-Lowenthal suggested the warding be changed in the third line from "would" to "should", and in the fourth line delete "significantly". Eric Affeldt made a motion to approve the resolution, which Hermann Staufer seconded. A . vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. The next item was the reading of Resolution No. 6, approving a contract for the purchase of a residence for the Town Manager. Mayor Johnston gave information on the purchase. Eric Affeldt requested the deletion of "being a tangible asset for the Town." After a short discussion, Hermann Staufer made a motion to approve the resolution with the suggested deletion, and Cordon Pierce seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-O. There was no Citizen Participation. The next item was the Town Manager`s report. Ron Phillips commented on a letter to Curt Ufkes, Chief of Police, from a CPR in Minnesota. The letter commended the Police Officers who responded to their call regarding a laud party next door. He and his wife were impressed with the way the Officers handled the situation, Ron stated he had received a number of similar remarks lately regarding the Police Department. At this time, Larry Eskwith announced he had finished interviewing applicants for a Prosecuting Attorney position for the Town. He had chosen someone, but has not been able to speak with all applicants yet, sa he did not want to announce the name of the chosen attorney. The new hire will begin work Thursday, January 30. Mayor Johnston commended Joanne Mattio of the Recreation Department on the dances held for youth at the Studio. There was an excellent response to the dances. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m, Respectfully submitted, ATTEST: ~ ~. ~~~~~ Pamela A. Brandmeyer, Tow Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman -2- MINUTES ', VAIL TOWN~ICOUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY ~, 1,986 7.30 p.m.', • A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, February 4, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affeldt Dan Corcoran Gail Wahr1ich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce Hermann Staufer MEMBERS ABSENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Ron Phillips, Tawn Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first item on the agenda was the approval of the minutes of the January 7 and 21, 1986 meetings. Hermann Staufer made a motion to approve the minutes, which Dan Corcoran seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. . The next item was the appointment of a Local Liquor Licensing Authority member. Ron Phillips noted that the Council had interviewed Colin Gleason that afternoon. Hermann Staufer made a motion to appoint Mr. Gleason to the Local Liquor Licensing Authority, and Dan Corcoran seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The third item on the agenda was the appointment of a Design Review Board member. Ran Phillips explained there were three candidates for the one opening: Daniel Rllard, Lnlita Higbie and Grant Riva. He said they had all been interviewed by the Council that afternoon. A vote was taken and Grant Riva was appointed to the Board. The next item was the Planning and Environmental Commission appointments. Ron Phillips stated there were two openings for two year terms and that the openings were caused by the end of the current terms for Diana Donavan and Jim Viele. Ha explained there were no interviews earlier that day because all new applicants had been interviewed in December. A11 the applicants were Diana Donavan, Connie Knight, Peggy Osterfoss, Jim Viele and Gerry White. A vote was taken and Diana Donovan and Jim Viele were reappointed to the Commission. The fifth item was the consideration ofi the Council Policy Statement 86-1, "Invest- . ment Policy". Ron Phillips, in Charlie Wick's absence, explained the Policy State- ment. Council noted there should be the fallowing corrections: Page 8, paragraph 1, last sentence to read: A local institution is defined as a bank or savings and loan association doing business inside the corporate limits of the Town of Vail and/or Eagle County. Page 11, paragraph 1, first sentence to read: As stated in Section V, it is the general policy of the Tawn to purchase Money Market accounts, certificates of deposit and other time accounts primarily from financial institutions located in the Town of Vail and/or Eagle County. After a short discussion, Eric Rffeldt made a motion to approve the Policy Statement with the changes mentioned. Gordon Pierce seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. There was no Citizen Participation. The Town Manager's Report was next. Ron Phillips noted there had been a resolution adopted in 1980 which stated that every Presidents holiday weekend would be a "Fire- place Smokeless Weekend". This year the long weekend is February 15-17. The year end summary use of the Library indicated a membership increase of 3~ for 1985 over I984 and that total attendance and circulation increased 17% for 1985 over 1984. He also stated that Stan Berryman, Director of Transportation and Public Works, was t honored by being appointed to the National League of Cities Transportation and Communication Policy Committee. icon stated that Geneva Duran and Marlene Rivera, Bookkeepers in the Finance Department, were chosen as Employees of the Month for January. Len Bammer, Fleet Manager, was named Treasurer of the Rocky Mountain Fleet Managers Association. He also reminded the Council that the Town of Vail Five Year Employee Dinner would be held Friday, February 7, 7:00 p.m. at the Doubletree • Hotel. The Employee of the Year for 1985 would be announced at that time. At this time, Larry Eskwith gave information on the new Town Prosecutor, Tom Silverman. Larry noted that Tam works out of Glenwood Springs and gave details on Tom's experience. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ATTEST: ,~. Pamela A. 8randmeyer, Town Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman ~~ • __ ... ~~~ ', !~ /~ J ~, Pauf~R. Johns` n, Mayor -2- DRB BALLOT DANIEL ALLARD • LDLITA H_IGBIF.,,~~~_ GRANT RIVA r~I °~ ----. __. PEC BALLOT DIANA DONOVAN `~I CONNIE KNIGHT PEGGY OSTERFOSS JIM VIELE ~, GERRY WHITE MINUTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING FEBRl1ARY 11, 1986 4:45 p.m. r A special meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, February 11, 1986, at 4:45 p.m. in the Vail Public Library Community Room. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pra Tem Eric Affeldt Gail Wahriich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce MEMBERS ABSENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Dan Corcoran Hermann Staufer Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney The item to be discussed was Resolution No. 7, Series of 198fi, disapproving the purchase of the residence at 2550 Bald Mountain Road. Larry Eskwith gave background information an the house and the contract for the purchase of the house. He also explained the resolution. There was no discussion by Cauncii. Gail Wahriich-Lowenthal made a motion to approve the resolution, which was seconded by Kent Rose. A vote was taken and the Motion passed unanimously 5-0. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 4:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, r '~ ~,..~ ,. Pa`uT R. Jo,~in~on, Mayor • ATTEST: ~- _ .cl~.J.,d.. ~ mu,~.~,rct.~ Pamela A. Brandmeyer, Tdwn Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman MINUTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 18, 1986 7:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, February 18, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affeldt Dan Corcoran Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce Hermann Staufer TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first item on the agenda was the Overland & Express Travel Gompany sign variance request. Kristan Pritz explained the Design Review Board guidelines and the Travel Company's request. She also compared the request to the sign variance criteria below: • 1. There are special circumstances or conditions applying to the land, buildings, topography, vegetation, sign structures or other matters on adjacent lots or within the adjacent right-of-way which would substantially restrict the effectiveness of the sign in question: provided, however, that such special circumstances or conditions are unique to the particular business or enterprises to which the applicant desires to draw attention, and do not apply generally to all businesses or enterprises. 2. That such special circumstances were not created by the applicant or anyone in privy to the applicant. 3. That the granting of the variance will be in general harmony with the purposes of this title and will not be materially detrimental to the persons residing or working in the vicinity, to adjacent property, to the neighborhood or to the public welfare in general. 4. The variance applied for does not depart from the provisions of this title anymore than is required to identify the applicants business or use. Based an the findings, she explained why staff and the Design Review Board recommend- . ed denial of the request. Gail Strauch of Overland & Express gave her reasons why the request should be approved. After a lengthy discussion, Hermann Staufer made a motion to deny the variance request for reasons cited in the staff memo, and Eric Affeldt seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. The second item was the Vail Valley Medical Center appeal of the Planning & Environmental Commission denial for conditional use permit. Tom Braun gave a lengthy explanation of the background of the Medical Center's parking situation. He also explained the facts and findings. The findings were: 1. The proposed location of the use is in accord with the purposes of this ordinance and the purposes of the district in which the site is located. 2. The proposed location of the use and the conditions under which it would be operated or maintained would not be detrimental to the public health, safety ar welfare or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity. 3. The proposed use would comply with each of the applicable provisions of this ordinance. • Mayor Johnston noted letters received, and there was a short discussion by Council. Dr. Larry Brooks, representing the Medical Center staff, gave his reasons why the plan should be approved. Ms. Deborah Jvst, the Hospital Administrator, gave details from the beginning of the process of everything up to the present. She stated the listed items that were agreed upon were: 1. Na further expansion without building a parking garage. 2. Employees would not be given any payment incentives or purchased passes to park in Lionshead. 3. A petition signed by 88 hospital employees stated they would agree to try to make the shuttle system work. 4. only 32 spaces would be designated for employee parking. 5. The hospital would provide a shuttle system for employees and pursue any other options (carpooling, valet parking, home pick-up and delivery, town bus service). Mr. Hillary Johnson, an Architect for the Medical Center, posted maps of parking options and explained the drawings. After a lengthy discussion by Council, Ms. Jost and Tom Braun, Hermann Staufer made a motion to overturn the Planning & Environmental Commission's decision, with the inclusion of the staff's recommendation that the following are completed prior to the issuance of a building permit: 1. The Planning & Environmental Commission review the shuttle system. 2. The Town of Vail and Hospital Administration reach accord an a written agreement, including the items already agreed upon as noted by Ceborah Jost. Gordon Pierce seconded the motion. At this time, Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal requested information on a financial contingency fund before a building permit be issued. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-2, with Dan Corcoran and Kent Rose opposing. The next item was Citizen Participation. Fred Hibbard requested approval of an easement. Since he would not be able to attend most evening meetings, he wanted to discuss and answer questions regarding the easement. Kristan Pritz will present the easement at another evening meeting for Fred. The next item was the Town Manager's report. Ron Phillips commented that Len Bammer, Fleet Maintenance Manager, was the Town's Employee of the Year far 1985. He then noted to the Council that the changes from the Wark Session had been made to the letter to the Forest Service. Mayor Johnston made one minor change, otherwise, Council agreed the letter was fine. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9;15 p.m. n U Respectfully submitted, ,,~' ~-- r ,~" ,~ ~- : , Paul ~~R. Johnst` ,Mayor ATTEST: .~. ~ ~~ Pamela A. Brandmeyer, Tow~f Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman .,~_ MINUTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 4, 1986 7:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, March 4, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affeldt Dan Corcoran Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Hermann Staufer MEMBERS ABSENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Gordan Pierce Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Cleric The first item on the agenda was the approval of the minutes of the February 4, 11 and 18, 1986 meetings. Dan Corcoran abstained from voting on the February 11 meeting and Mayor Johnston from the-February 4 meeting due to absences. Eric Affeldt made a motion to approve the minutes, which Kent Rose seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 on the February 4 and 11 meetings, and unanimously 6-0 on the February 18 meeting. The next item was Ordinance No. 4, Series of 1986, first reading, regarding Park Design Guidelines. Mayor Johnston read the title in full. Kristan Pritz explained the ordinance and noted changes made which Council had requested: 1. Section 1 B 3 (a). Addition of last sentence: "Asphalt is discouraged except when necessary for bike paths and parking areas." 2. Section 1 E 3 (b). "Limits of site disturbance shall be clearly and physically defined as well as enforced in order to minimize disturbance to other areas in the park." She then gave reasons why staff felt the ordinance should be approved and explained that it would be inserted in the main guidelines already established. There was no discussion by Council. Kent Rose made a motion to approve the ordinance on first reading, which Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The third item was Ordinance No. 5, Series of 1986, first reading, approving a • special development district far the Doubletree Hotel. Mayor Johnston read the full title noting a typographical error in the title, Tom Braun explained the request for rezoning; discussed drawings; gave background information on the development of the hotel; explained the design standards and zoning criteria; then gave reasons why the staff recommended denial. Jay Peterson, representing Vail Woldings, gave brief introduction of Doubletree Hotel representatives. Anthony Peliechia gave an explanation of how the design was formulated. After a short discussion with Council, Mr. Pellechia agreed that the Doubletree would clean both sides of the creek behind the hotel. Bob Reish, a traffic engineer, discussed levels of categories of service. There was a short discussion by Council. Jay Peterson then gave his thoughts on density. Dean Ziff of the Doubletree explained reasons why they wanted to expand from a marketing standpoint. Peter Jamar discussed the impact on the Town's bus system. Jay then gave reasons why he felt the ordinance should be approved. After some discussion by Council, Gerry White made comments on why he thought the ordinance should be denied. Jay Peterson then discussed parking. Gary Schelepski and Peter Jamar gave their thoughts on the required parking issue. After a lengthy discussion by Council, Jay Peterson stated he thought the Council was not ready to approve the ordinance without some exactions. At this time, Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a motion to table the ordinance until the applicant was prepared to return to the Council with some changes. Kent Rose seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-O. r~ u The next item was Resolution No. 8, Series of }.986, regarding the Colorado Local Government Liquid Asset Trust to pool funds for investment. Charlie Wick stated a change made in the Work Session had been done. Wis name was taken out of the resolution and the title "Director of Administrative Services" was inserted. There was no di5CU55lOn by Council. Kent Rose made a motion to approve the resolution, and Hermann Staufer seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The fifth item on the agenda was action an the Village Center easement. Kristan Fritz spoke for Fred Hibbard in his absence. She explained that Mr. Hibbard was granting the easement to the Town. After a short discussion, Hermann Staufer made a motion to accept the easement, which Eric Affeldt seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The next item was the Vail Metropolitan Recreation District management agreement. Mayor Johnston gave a brief description of background material on the agreement. Larry Eskwith noted changes which had been made: 1. 1 b. The last sentence was changed to read: "The Town shall develop and administer seasonal employee contracts and salaries as directed by the District.,' 2. 1 e and f had been consolidated to 1 e. After a short discussion by Council, Kent Rase made a motion to approve the agreement. Dan Corcoran seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the oration passed unanimously 6-0. . There was no Citizen Participation. The Town Manager's Report was next. Ron Phillips Hated new parking structure statistics that the Lionshead structure showed a 10% increase over 1984-85 transactions. It filled or was close to full eight times this year when last year it was full only one day. Revenue in the Village parking structure is up 30%, and encouragement to use the Lionshead structure has worked. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 13.:15 p,m. Respectfully submitted, ~~2 ~~ ~~~ Kent R. Rose, Mayor Pro Tem • ATTEST: Pamela A. Brandmeyer, Town ~CTerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman -z- MINUTES VRIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 18, 1986 7:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, March 18, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affeldt Dan Corcoran Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce MEMBERS ABSENT: TOWN OFFICIRL5 PRESENT: Hermann Staufer Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 4, Series of 1986, second reading, regarding Park Design Guidelines. Mayor Jahnston read the full title. Kristan Pritz briefly explained the background of the ordinance. There was no Council discussion. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a motion to approve the ordinance, which Gordon Pierce seconded. R vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The next item was Ordinance No. 5, Series of 1986, first reading, regarding a special development district for the Doubletree Hotel. Mayor Johnston read the title in full and noted the title had not been corrected of the typographical error. Peter Patten stated that the density and parking issues had not been addressed and gave reasons why the staff still recommended denial. Jay Peterson, representing Vail Holdings, stated briefly why he thought the ordinance should be passed and then answered questions from Council. Dan Corcoran made a motion to approve the ordinance with the conditions listed in Section 9 of the ordinance plus the following: 1. Change paragraph A. to include a notice that current owners who purchase one of the five condominiums will be exempt from the two week restriction. 2. Before a building permit is issued for construction, the owners will grant an easement to the Town for public use for access.. to the Vail Valley Medical Center. 3. Before a building permit is issued for construction, the owners must pay $235,000 into the Tawn of Vail parking fund. This amount will be guaranteed for six months. After six months, the Town may increase the sum if it chooses to do so. Gordon Pierce seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-1, with Eric Affeldt opposing. The third item was Ordinance No. 6, Series of 1986, first reading, regarding title certificates. Mayor Johnston read the full title. Kristan Pritz gave a brief explanation of the ordinance. There was no discussion by Council. Kent Rose made a motion to approve the ordinance, and Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The next item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 7, Series of 1986, first reading, providing a definition of horse drawn vehicles. Mayor Jahnston read the full title. Larry Eskwith explained the reasoning behind the ordinance. After some discussion by Council, Eric Affeldt made a motion to approve the ordinance with the changes Hated below: 1. Change wording to read that Tawn Council must approve any long term permits; short term permits may be approved by Town Council or Town Manager. J 2. Add warding to include livestock easement as an exception. 3. Change "horse" to "horse or horses". Gordon Pierce seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed • unanimously 6-0. The fifth item was Ordinance No. 8, portion of West Vail in to the Town Larry Eskwith gave information on t Council, Kent Rose made a motion to seconded. A vote was taken and the from the vote. Series of 1986, first reading, annexing a of Vail. Mayor Johnston read the full title. he area to annexed. After a brief discussion by approve the ordinance. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal motion passed 5-0, with Dan Corcoran abstaining The next item was Ordinance No. 9, Series of 1986, first reading, Town of Vail vacation of a roadway. Mayor Johnston read the title in foil. Peter Patten gave details on the background information. There was a short discussion by Gaunci1. Gordon Pierce made a motion to approve the ordinance, and Kent Rose seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The seventh item as Ordinance No. 1O, Series of 1986, first reading, imposing zone districts on recently reannexed portions of the West Vail area. Mayor Johnston read the full title. Peter Patten explained the reasoning far the zoning and why staff recommended it be the same as before the deannexatian. After a brief discussion by Council, Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a motion to approve the ordinance. Gordon Pieerce seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. There was no Citizen Participation. The next item was the Town Manager's report. Ron Phillips commented that Kurt Gordon of Public Works was the employee of the Month for February, and that Phyllis Trout has been promoted to Chiefi Dispatcher in the Police Department. He also noted that Stan Berryman, Conrad Pascuzzi and the Parking Structure staff developed a light system at the Lionshead parking structure which directs people to all the lower levels. It has worked extremely well in filling up the structure. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Kent R. Rose, Mayor Pr'a Tem • ATTEST: Pamel a A. Brandmeyer, Tovd#i C1 erk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman • -2- MEMORANDDM i T0: Council Minutes File FROM: Ron Phillips, Town Manage DATE: March 26, 1986 SUBJECT: Council Retreat March 25, 1986 The Town Council discussed at length various kinds of facilities that are important to the Town of Vail and could be built in conjunction with the 1989 World Alpine Ski Championships. Those items discussed were: 1. Expand Village Parking Structure {possible Improvement District) Z. Aquatic Complex 3. Expand Dobson Ice Arena 4. Hospitality/Visitor Center 5. Ford Park Lift {Huega Express) 6. People Mover/Transit System 7. Art Center 8. Awards Center 9. Nordic Facilities (Dail Metropolitan Recreation District) 10. Signage, graphics, pale/flag/streetlights The Council also discussed the fact that the Tawn should begin giving notice now that there would be no construction allowed at least within Commercial Cores I, II and III during the winter of 1988-89, probably beginning December 1, 1988 through the World Championships. The three facilities from the above list that were made priorities to share with the Vail Valley Foundation as those which the Town Council feels are most probable for corporate sponsorship are the Aquatic Center, the People Mover/Transit System and the Hospitality/Visitor Center. Ron Phillips was asked to share these three priorities with the Vail Valley Foundation as soon as possible. RVP/bsc r MINUTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 1, 19$6 x:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, April 1, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Kent Rvse, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affeldt Dan Corcoran Gordon Pierce Hermann Staufer MEMBERS ABSENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first item on the agenda was a consent agenda for the following items: A. Approval of minutes of March 4 and 18, 1986 meetings. B. Ordinance No. 5 Series of 1986 second reading, concerning the Doubletree Special Development District. C. Ordinance No. 6, Series of 1986, second reading, on title certificates. D. Ordinance No. 7, Series of 1986, second reading, concerning horse drawn vehicles. E. Ordinance No. 8, Series of 1986, second reading, regarding the Annexation of Solar Crest, F. Ordinance No. 9, Series of 1986, second reading, vacationing the small portion of a Chalet Road cul-de-sac at Golden Peak. G. Ordinance No. 10, Series of 1986, second reading, zoning the reannexed portion of West Vail. Mayor Pro Tem Rose read all the titles in full. Dan Corcoran abstained from voting on item E, Ordinance No. 8, due to his involvement in the issue. Eric Affeldt asked that item B, Ordinance No. 5, be removed because he would not be able to vote affirmative on it. day Peterson also asked that Ordinance No. 5 be removed from consent agenda because he had questions requiring further discussion. Mayor Pra Tem Rose removed items B and E from the consent agenda. Hermann Staufer then made a motion to approve items A, C, D, F, and G, which Gordon Pierce seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-0. The next item was Ordinance No. 5, Series of 1986, second reading, concerning the Doub1etree SDD. Mayor Pro Tem Rose read the full title. Jay Peterson had questions concerning Section 9 B to which Peter Patten responded. After a short discussion, an additional sentence was included: "Any proposal to candaminiumize the accommodation units would require approval as per the Subdivision Regulations of the Town of Vail." Dan Corcoran made a motion to approve the ordinance with the amendment, and Hermann Staufer seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 4-1, with Eric Affeldt opposing. The third item was Ordinance No. 8, Series of 1986, second reading, regarding the annexation of Solar Crest. Mayor Pro Tem Rose read the title in full. There was no discussion by Council or the public. Gordan Pierce made a motion to approve the ordinance, and Eric Affeldt seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 4-0, with Dan Corcoran abstaining due to his work on the project. The next item on the agenda was Resolution No. 9, Series of 1956, concerning authorization to deal with Merrill Lynch. Charlie Wick gave a brief explanation of the resolution noting changes requested by Council at the afternoon work session had been made. There was no discussion by Council ar the public. A motion to approve the resolution was made by Hermann Staufer and seconded by Eric Affeldt. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-0. • i The fifth item was Resolution No. 10, Series of 1986, extending the approval of SDD No. 4. Tom Braun explained the reasoning for the resolution. Hermann 5taufer recommended approval far 12 months instead of 18 months. After a short discussion by council, Hermann Staufer made a motion to approve the resolution with the change in time period, which Eric Affeldt seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 3-0, with Dan Corcoran and Gordon Pierce abstaining because they bath were tenants in the building and worked on the development. The next item was Resolution No. 11, Series of 19Bfi, approving the payment to Eric Affeldt for personal budgeting class far Town employees. Charlie Wick gave background information on the resolution. Larry Eskwith gave details from the Town Charter noting there were no conflicts. After a brief discussion by Council, Hermann Staufer made a motion to approve the resolution. Gordon Pierce seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 4-0, with Eric Affeldt abstaining. The seventh item was the consideration of the Ford Amphitheater lease agreement with the Vail Valley Foundation. Jahn Horan-Kates discussed the wording of the lease with the Council. He noted that first ten items listed in paragraph fi were already funded and would be done this year. Jack Hunn gave an explanation of some construction plans on the Amphitheater. John Horan-Kates wanted to include a section giving them the ability to take small groups of people onto site for fund raising purposes. After a lengthy discussion with Council, Ron Phillips made the following wording suggestions: 1) Term of lease changed from five years to one year. If the Foundation does not complete Phase I, the lease will terminate, but the five year maintenance requirement will still be in effect. 2) Lunches/picnics/performances could be done before completion for fund raising efforts. 3) Paragraph 6, first sentence to read "During the term of this lease the Foundation shall be permitted to construct the following elements of the Amphitheater in accordance with plans approved by the Town of Vail". Eric Affeldt made a motion to approve the lease agreement with the changes suggested by Ron Phillips, and Hermann 5taufer seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 4-1, with Dan Corcoran opposing. Mayor Pro Tem Rose suggested that Ron Phillips, Larry Eskwith or he should approach the Upper Eagle Valley Water and Sanitation District to drop the .tap fees for the Amphitheater. Next was citizen Participation. Sissy Dobson stated she was glad to hear there will be a roof on the Amphitheater. The Town Manager's report was next. Ron Phillips noted there was only one applicant so far far the Planning and Environmental Commission opening and none for the Design Review Board opening. Also, Tom Braun had been promoted to a Senior Planner in the Community Development Department. • There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ~e~ ~~~ ~/ Kent R. Rose, Mayor Pro Tem ATTEST: ,~~~~ Pamela A: Brandmeyer, Town Clerk • Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman _~- ~' ,-.. MINUTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING APRIL 18, 1986 12:00 p.m. • A special meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, April 18, 1986, at 12:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Dan Corcoran Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Gordan Pierce Hermann Staufer Eric Affeldt Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney The first item to be discussed was an update of the Vail Village Master Plan. Members of the Planning and Environmental Commission (PEC} present for the discussion were Diana Donovan, Pam Hopkins, Sid Schultz, Duane Piper, and Jim Viele. Peter Patten and Tom Braun presented background information an how the planning process far this project has proceeded over the past year, as well as new information on how the concept of the plan has been changed from previous discussions. As proposed, zoning changes to specific properties are no longer being considered. A new review process similar to how the Urban Design Guide plan functions is now being proposed. There was general support for this concept with an understanding that the staff would proceed with drafting the Master Plan and then begin a public review process with the Council and PEC later this spring. This review process would concentrate on the specific goals and objectives as well as the public and private improvements identified by the plan. There was no vote taken on this item. The second item was the agreement and lease agreement for the (tail Valley Medical Center. Larry Eskwith gave details on the requested changes by Council from the Evening meeting last Tuesday. After a short discussion by Council, one change was made on page 3, section 6, adding language providing that employees of the hospital, Doctors' offices and related medical facilities use the valet parking. A motion was made by Hermann Staufer to approve the agreement and lease as amended, and Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal seconded. A vote was taken and the motiatt passed 4-2, with Kent Rose and Dan Corcoran opposing. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 4;00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ATTEST: Pamela A. Brandmeyer, 7a Clerk ~~ ,~, r r +,,,/ ~~c Pa`o-}~R~. ~o ns on, Mayor • WAIVER OF NOTICE The undersigned members of the Town Council of the Town of Vail hereby waive forty-eight (48) hour written notice of the Special Meeting of the Town of Vail Town Council held on Friday, April 18, 1986, at 12:00 P.M., in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building of the Town of Vail for the consideration of a leas .eement between the Town Council and the Vail Va ey cal en.. r. _ ~ ~ Pain" ~] Kent Rose, 3~9ayor ~'ro Tem ~~~~C' ~ Dan or rain • lam- ai 1 ' ic~i-Lowenthal ~ t~ or on Pierce ~~~~ Herm St r Eric A fdt PEC BAI.L.OT 4/15/86 CONNIE KNIGFlT # ~.EWIS N#ESKIMEN PEGGY OSTERFGSS tl~~ L. ROY SANTE GERRY WHI7E ~~~ [] FRB BRLLOT 4/15/$6 l,Ot, I TA H I GB I E ~ .~,---^ ~~ ~~-~~ ~_ a~. ~J MINUTES VAiL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING MAY 6, 1986 7:30 p.m. • A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, May 6, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Aro Tem Eric Affeldt qan Corcoran Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce MEMBERS ABSENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Hermann Staufer Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first item an the agenda was the approval of the minutes of meetings held April i, 15 and 18, 1986. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal noted that Pam Wopkins of the Planning and Environmental Commission was present at the April 18, 1986 meeting but her name had been mistakenly omitted. At this time, Dan Corcoran made a motion to approve all of the minutes with the correction on the April 18, 1986 minutes, and Kent Rose seconded. Gordan Pierce had not arrived yet to vote on this item. The April ]., 1986 minutes were approved 3-0, with Mayor Johnston and Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal abstaining due to their absence at that meeting; the April 15, 1986 minutes were approved 5-0; and the April 18, 1986 minutes were approved 4-0, with Eric Affeldt abstaining due to his absence at that meeting. The next item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 11, Series of 1986, first reading, concerning an amendment for final plat requirements to include a tax certificate. The Mayor read the title in full. Kristan Pritz gave details of the ordinance and some background information. After a short discussion by Council, Gail Wahrlich- Lowenthal made a motion to approve the ordinance, which Eric Affeldt seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The third item was Ordinance No. 13, Series of 1986, first reading, cnncerning One Willow Place SDD rezoning. Mayor Johnston read the full title. Rick Pylman gave an explanation of the ordinance background information. Peter Jamar, representing Ffenry Pratt, of Gordon Pierce's office, and Jay Peterson, attorney, gave his reasons far approving the SDD. Rlice Ferguson asked questions regarding the set back restrictions; Peter Jamar and Rick Pylman responded. After a short discussion by Council, Kent Rose requested specific conditions instead of suggestions in Section • 10 of the ordinance. He then made a motion to approve the ordinance with 1} date change to May 6, 1986 in Section 4. A1. and 2} in Section 10 strike paragraphs A and B, and change C to reflect a dollar amount and the term of payment as spelled out by Community Development Department in their memo of May 6, 1986. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 4-0, with Gordon Pierce and Dan Corcoran abstaining due to their involvement in the development plan. The fourth item was the consideration of the utility easement request for Dne Willow Place. Rick Pylman explained that to complete the plans for the SDD, the utility easement needed to be approved for cable television. Jay Peterson gave additional information. There was a short discussion by Council. Eric Affeldt made a motion to approve the request, and Kent Rose seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 4-D, with Gordon Pierce and Dan Corcoran abstaining due to their involvement in the plan. At this time, Peter Patten indicated one more Issue of relocating five trees at Dne Willow Place for approximately one year until construction was completed. Ron Phillips suggested one tree be moved to the Core for a Christmas tree in exchange for approval. Peter Jamar requested the Council's approval as soon as possible. The Council approved the request and instructed the staff to work out the details with Peter Jamar. The fifth item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 12, Series of 1986, first reading, concerning supplemental budget appropriations. Mayor Johnston read the title in full. Steve Barwick gave details of the ordinance and reasons far approval. At this time, Ron Phillips introduced Joe Norris as the Town's new Building Inspector who started work Monday, May 5, 1986. There was no discussion by Council. Gordon Pierce made a motion to approve the ordinance, which was seconded by Eric Affeldt. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. • The next item was Resolution No. 13, Series of 1986, concerning the designation of National Tourism Week. Ron Phillips explained the reasoning behind the resolution. Eric Affeldt made a motion to approve the resolution. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-~0. The seventh item on the agenda was Resolution No. 14, Series of 1986, concerning signature approval for Security National Bank of Boulder account. Charlie Wick detailed the purpose of the resolution. There was no Council discussion. A motion to approve the resolution was made by Kent Rose, and seconded by Gordon Pierce. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. Mayor Johnston gave the results of the Vail Metropolitan Recreation District election at this time. He stated that Tim Garton, Merv Lapin and George Knox were elected to a four year term, and Bob Ruder had been elected to a two year term. The next item was the appointment of the Town of Vail Election Commission. Ron Phillips spoke in Pam Brandmeyer's absence giving details of the appointments. The Council agreed to appoint Laura Swetish and Fla Steinberg to the Commission and Denise Briner and Nancy Dooher as Alternates. There was no Citizen Participation. The Town Manager's Report was next. Ron Phillips stated the Blood Drive sponsored by the Tnwn of Vail on April 23, 1986 was extremely successful. There were 92 actual donors and 13 deferred for a total of 105 people who turned out far the event. He then noted that bus ridership in April was down in ail areas, probably due to an early Easter this year. He stated Tom Sheely, Crime Prevention Officer in the Police Department, was the April Employee of the Mnnth. He mentioned to the Council they had a copy of a letter from the Chairman of the Young Presidents' Organization. Vail had been chosen as the site for the YPO 1987 conference, and we should expect approximately 800-900 people to attend. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ~~~ ~'"„A .,~ ~` Paul K. Johns~o Mayor • ATTEST: ~~ ~ ~ ~~~ Pamela A. Brandmeyer, Tow Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman • -2- MII~fJTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 15, 1986 7:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, April 15, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pra Tem Eric Affeldt Dan Corcoran Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce Hermann Staufer TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Ran Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Tawn Clerk The first item on the agenda was the appointment of a Planning and Environmental Commission member. The applicants were: Gonnie Knight, Lewis Meskimen, Peggy Osterfass, L. Roy Santa, Bab Voliter and Gerry White. A vote was taken-Peggy Osterfoss was appointed. The next item was the appointment of a Design Review Board member. The applicants were: Lolita Higbie, L. Ray Santa and Bab Voliter. A vote was taken and L. Roy Santa was appointed. The thhrd item on the agenda was the appear of Planning and Environmental Commission denial of Burger King request to enclose an outdoor dining patio. Rick Pylman gave detailed background information on the request. Jay Peterson, representing Snowquest Partners, the owners of the Burger King restaurant, gave reasons why the request should be approved. After a lengthy discussion by Council, Peter Patten gave his thoughts on the request. A motion was then made by Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal to uphold the PEC decision to deny the request. Kent Rase seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-Z, with Eric Affeldt and Gordon Pierce opposing. At this time, Peter Patten stated there had also been a request for a set- back variance which had a1 so been denied by the PEC, Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a motion to uphold the PEC decision far denial, which Kent Rose seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-2, with Gordon Pierce and Eric Affeldt opposing. The fourth item was the Vail Valley Medical Center lease and.. agreement. Larry Eskwith explained details of the agreement and the lease agreement for the Mud Lot. Fred Yu, counsel for the Hospital, explained enhancements planned for the Mud Lot and requested a prorated refund if the agreement was terminated early with which the Council disagreed. Deborah Jost, the Hospital Administrator, made comments on Sun Vail and Manor Vail offering parking spaces. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal requested same wording changes: 1) page 2, paragraph 6, change "reasonable" to a specific number; and 2} page 2, paragraph 5, restructure the parking sentence to say through the PEC. Fred Yu requested wording in the lease to include the Waspita1`s normal right of appeal if the PEC turns them down far parking changes. He also felt the liquid damages clause was inappropriate, but the Council disagreed. Larry Lich1iter, a member of the Hospital board of Directors, commented on their parking problems and that they are working on a solution. Lew Meskimen had questions regarding the parking, to which Deborah Jost responded. At this time, Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a motion to approve the agreement and lease agreement with same items to be worked out between Larry Eskwith and Fred Yu: 1} paragraph 5 in reference to option or lease with Sun Vail, reword the last sentence. 2} Paragraph 6, to change reasonable amount of time to a specific amount. 3) Page 3, paragraph 1, a mutually acceptable dollar amount to be inserted. ~) Include appeal rights for the Hospital through the PEC. Hermann Staufer seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-Z, with Kent Rose and Dan Gorcoran opposing. The final version of the agreement and lease agreement would be reviewed by Council at the Special Meeting to be held Friday, April 18, 1986. ~~ • The fifth item on the agenda was Resolution No. 12, Series of 1986, concerning an annexation election for the Matterhorn area of West Vail. Larry Eskwith gave background information on the resolution and noted in paragraph 4, line Z a typographical error to change "31-104" to "31-12-104" and line 5, to insert 3rd day of June in the blanks. Larry requested that Judge Buck Allen be called as an advisor to the Council since Larry was producing the evidence. Larry Eskwith at this time had Pamela 8randmeyer, Town clerk, sworn and asked her questions regarding the petitions. Next, Kathryn Krause, Chairman of the Committee for the Reannexatian of West Uail, was sworn. Larry Eskwith proceeded to ask questions regarding the petitions and map of the area. Mike Caciappo asked questions of Kathryn Krause, to which she responded. Dan Corcoran made a motion to approve the resolution with the noted changes, and Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal seconded. Mike Cacioppo asked questions of Larry Eskwith and the Council, and they responded. He requested copies of the petitions, maps, the list of landowners and the letter from Public Works regarding interest in public transportation. A vote was then taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. Citizen Participation was next. Steve Zorichak made comments an citizen input on the Vail entrance study. He suggested the Town look into traffic circles instead of stop signs and requested a copy of the guidelines for the study. Mayor Johnston and Ron Phillips responded. Lew Meskimen gave some suggestions for additional signage, to which Ron Phillips responded. Ghris Ecker stated she was concerned about funding for the 1989 World Alpine Ski Ghampianships and made some suggestions. Next was the Town Manager's Report. Ron Phillips noted that bus ridership was up and gave several statistics to the effect. F!e also stated that sales tax revenue through February was down $75,000 from budget but was up $20,000 from last year. These figures include West Vail in both years, but also included food tax in 1986. He stated that bus ridership during this ski season was up in all areas. Ron informed everyone that the street cut permit system had been streamlined so the whale process takes place in the Public Works Department. He also announced as the March Employee of the Month, Brenda Chesman, Secretary to the Town Manager and Tawn Attorney. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ;~ _. . ~ -' ~~. -' ~ t c ~~ .. Paul R. Johnst~h, Mayor ATTEST: ~~ Pamela A. Brandmeyer,QTawn Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman r~ -~- MINUTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING MAY 20, 1986 7:30 p.m. • A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held an Tuesday, May 20, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Dan Corcoran Gordon Pierce MEMBERS ABSENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Eric Affeldt Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Wermann Staufer Ron Phillips, Town Manager The first item on the agenda was a ten year employment anniversary award to Tim Lahey, a Captain in the Vail Fire Department. Ron Phillips presented the ten year Vail belt buckle to Tim. Mayor Johnston and Mike McGee of the Fire Department expressed their appreciation of Tim and commended him on his length of service. • The next item was a consent agenda for the following items: 1. Ordinance No. 11, Series of 1986, second reading, concerning an amendment for final p1 at requirements to include a tax certificate, 2. Ordinance No. 12, Series of 1986, second reading, concerning supplemental budget appropriations. 3. Ordinance No. 13, Series of 19$6, second reading, approving SDD 15 rezoning for One Willow Place. Mayor Johnston read the full titles. After a brief discussion it was decided that Ordinance No. 13 would have to be tabled until a later date. Dan Corcoran and Gordon Pierce would have to abstain from voting an it due to their involvement in the plan, therefore, there would not be a sufficient number of votes to act an the ordinance. At this time, Gordon Pierce made a motion to approve Ordinances Nos. 11 and 12, and Kent Rose seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 4-fl . The third item on the agenda was the appeal of the Design Review Board denial of Kidsport awning signage. Kristan Pritz gave background information on the appeal. Paul Treacy, owner of Kidsport, gave his thoughts an the appeal and thought the reason he was before the Council was to define a "major pedestrian way", which the DRB could not do. Mayor Johnston asked far clarification on what the appeal was for; Kristan Pritz explained. Paul Treacy gave his perception. Mayor Johnston explained there was a misunderstanding and explained the appeal process. After some discussion by Council, Kent Rose made a motion to uphold the DRB's decision to not grant double signage. Gordon Pierce seconded the motion. At this time, Paul Treacy gave his thoughts an why the appeal should be approved ar the ordinance should be changed in the future. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 4-fl. The fourth item was approval of addenda to the Town of Vail/Eagle County intergovernmental agreements for law enforcement, dog control, environmental health and snow and ice removal services by the Town of Vail to the West Vail area. Steve Barwick explained the contracts had to be revised due to the reannexation of the Buffeter Creek and Vail dos Schone areas and gave details. Ron Phillips explained the addenda should be approved subject to the Town Attorney's approval. There was a short discussion by Council. Dan Corcoran made a motion to approve the addenda subject to Larry Eskwith's approval, and Gordon Pierce seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 4-O. • There was no Citizen Participation. .. ~ fr• Next was the Town Manager's Report. Ron Phillips stated the only item he had was to remind the Council there would be no Work Session next Tuesday, Nfay 27. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:~D p.m. • Respectfully submitted, ,~-~ 4..(~` '' ~ ~f Parz~~. Johnsto"~~ Mayor ATTEST: ~~ _ ~ ~,~" Pamela A. Brandmeyer, Tldwn Clerk Minutes tal~en by Brenda Chesman -~- MINUTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 3, 1986 7:30 p.m. • C~ A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, June 3, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Dan Corcoran Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Rffeldt Hermann Staufer Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first item on the agenda was the approval of the minutes of meetings held May 6 and 20, 1986. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal abstained from approving the minutes for the May 20th meeting due to an absence. The May ~, 1986 minutes were approved with a motion by Dan Corcoran, second by Gordon Pierce, unanimous approval 4-0. The minutes for May 20, 1986 were approved with a motion by Dan Corcoran, second by Gordon Pierce, and were approved 3-0, with Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal abstaining from the vote. The next item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 14, Series of 1986, first reading, an ordinance amending the plan document of the Town of Vail Employee Pension Plan and setting forth details in relation thereto. The Mayor read the title in full. Charlie Wick gave details regarding this ordinance, as well as background information. Dan Corcoran moved to approve the ordinance, and this was seconded by Gordon Pierce. The vote was for unanimous approval 4-0. The third item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 15, Series of 1986, first reading, an ordinance amending the Town's Police and Fire Pension Plan document subject to approval by sixty five percent (65%) of the Town's Police and Firemen and setting forth details in relation thereto. Mayor Johnston read the full title. Charlie Wick explained that an election regarding this proposed amendment was conducted by the Town Clerk on May 28 and 29, 1986, with the fallowing results: the Firemen approved Amendment Four with sixty seven percent (67%} voting approval, and the Police Department approved Amendment Four with an eighty five percent (85%) approval margin. Dan Corcoran moved to approve Ordinance 15, and Gordon Pierce seconded it. The motion passed unanimously 4-0. The fourth item was a public hearing regarding the annexation of the Matterhorn Rrea in West Vail. Larry Eskwith explained the purpose of the hearing and introduced Nancy Hayes as a Court Reporter, who would be transcribing the testimony of the witnesses. At this time, Ron Phillips swore in the first witness, Pamela A. Brandmeyer, Town Clerk. Pamela A. Brandmeyer testified that proper notice of the hearing on the annexation of the Matterhorn Area of West Vail was correctly published as required by Colorado State law. These publications from the VAIL TRAIL and the EAGLE VALLEY ENTERPRISE were introduced and marked as Exhibit 3. After Pamela A. Brandmeyer testified, Bill Andrews was sworn. Mr. Andrews testified that he has served as the Town Engineer for the Town of Vail for the past eight (8) years, and his position as a professional engineer was called upon to review and interpret the survey and annexation plat for the area commonly known in West Vail as the Matterhorn Area. By referring to the annexation plat previously marked as Exhibit 2 at the hearing in April, Mr. Andrews testified that the perimeter of the area to be annexed had at least one sixth contiguity with the boundary of the Town of Vail. After Bill Andrews testified, Kate Krause was sworn. Ms. Krause testified that she has been a resident of the Matterhorn Area for two (2) years and acted as Chairman for the Citizen's Committee for the Reannexatian of West Vail. Ms. Krause testified that the area had a community of interest with the Town of Vail, was urban in nature, and was capable of being fully integrated into the Tvwn of Vail. Ms. Krause testified she had reviewed the County records regarding boundaries and that no parcel of land was being divided by the annexation, and further, na parcel of land twenty (20) acres or greater was included in the area proposed to be annexed. The next witness to testify was Richard Pylman, who was sworn. Mr. Pylman testified y that he was a Planner with the Town of Vail, who had worked on the annexation process. He further testified that prior to his employment with the Town of Vail, he was a Planner for the County of Eagle, Colorado. He testified he was familiar with the area to be annexed, that the area had a community of interest with the Town of Vail, was urban in nature, and was capable of being integrated into the Town of . Vail. Further, Mr. Pylman stated no parcel of land was being divided by the annexation, nor was a parcel twenty {20) acres or greater included in the area proposed to be annexed. Mr. Pylman testified no other annexation proceedings by another municipality were underway, and this annexation represented na attachment of land from any school district. Richard Pylman was the last witness, and Larry Eskwith stated he had no others to present to the Gouncii. Mayor Johnston requested comments from the public. Michael Cacioppo, after identifying himself as a resident of the area proposed to be annexed, requested that he be named as an Election Commissioner, based on a petition he held with signatures of twelve {12} Matterhorn residents. Larry Eskwith explained that the governing body, in this case the Town of Vail, actually petitions the District Court to order the election to be held and to appoint the Election Commissioners, but that it was entirely appropriate for Mr. Cacioppo to request his own appointment as an Election Commissioner before Judge Jones in District Gourt. Ensuing discussion took place with the following participants: Kate Krause, Jack Phelps, Ron Phillips, Larry Eskwith and Michael Cacioppo. Larry Eskwith then requested that testimony be closed far the public hearing. A motion was made by Dan Corcoran, seconded by Gordon Pierce. A vote was then taken and the motion passed unanimously 4-0. The fifth item on the agenda was Resolution Na. 15, Series of 1986, a second resolution regarding the proposed annexation of a portion of the area known as West Vail through an annexation election. The election is being called for July 8, 1986, and will be conducted in the private residence of Joe and Charlene Marquez, 1785 Gore Creek Drive, and will reflect the desires of the inhabitants of the area in West Vail commonly known as Matterhorn. A motion for approval was made by Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal and seconded by Dan Gorcoran. The vote was unanimous for approval 4-0. The next item an the agenda was action to be taken regarding the Hong Kong utility easement. This was tabled to a later date. Under Citizen Participation, Loyette Goodell initiated a discussion regarding Lot 40 Buffehr Creek Park and local participation in cleaning up this open space. Further comments were made by Dave Pelkey, Dan Corcoran, and Ron Phillips regarding the status of this parcel of ground and citizens concerns that it be kept as a park. Mike Cacioppo then requested information as to what specific services the Town of Vail would be able to provide for the residents of the area proposed to be annexed and known as Matterhorn. Mayor Johnston indicated the following: Fire and police protection, bus service, resident rates for passes through the Recreation Department, snow removal and maintenance, among others. Under the Town Manager`s report, Ron Phillips stated that Doris Steadman, Youth • Services Coordinator for the Library, has been named Employee of the Month for May. Bus ridership an the Town system was dawn overall 16% from May of '86 compared to a year ago. Additionally, a copy of the Town of Vail Employee Values was referenced by Mr. Phillips. There being no further business, the meeting ad,~ourned at 9:55 p.m. Respectfully submitted, } f' „~~' - ,` ~~~~,, Paul R. J~'ton, Mayor ATTEST: ~.~---• • Pamela A. Brandmeyer, T~Iwn Clerk Minutes taken by Pamela A. Brandmeyer -2- MINUTES VAIL TOWN COl1NCIL MEETING JuN~ ~~, 1~s6 7:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, June 17, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affeldt Dan Corcoran Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce Hermann Staufer TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first item on the agenda was a consent agenda for the following items: A. Ordinance No. 13, Series of 1986, second reading, approving SDD 15 rezoning for One Willow P1 ace. B. Ordinance Na. 14, Series of 1986, second reading, amending the Vail Employee Pension plan document. C. Ordinance No. 15, Series of 1986, second reading, amending the Town`s Police and Fire Pension plan document. D. Resolution Nn. 16, Series of 1986, making July, 1986 National Recreation and Parks Month. E. Resolution No. 17, Series of 1986, designating the Fire Ghief as the Emergency Response Authority for hazardous substance incidents and approving the Eagle County hazardous substance mutual aid agreement. Mayor Johnston read all titles in foil. Dan Corcoran and Gordon Pierce asked that item A be taken off the consent agenda because they would have to abstain from voting on it. Mayor Johnston removed it from the consent agenda. There was no additional discussion by Council on any of the items. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a motion to approve the consent agenda with the deletion of item A, which Kent Rose seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. At this time Item A, Ordinance Na. 13, Series of 1986, second reading, approving SDD 15 rezoning for One Willow Place was reintroduced. Mayor Johnston read the full title. Dan Corcoran and Gordon Pierce said they would have to abstain from voting due to their involvement in the project. Jay Peterson requested to make a minor warding change in Section 10. The first sentence would be modified to read ...of a bike pathway "from Vail Raad to Willow Bridge Road" in the form of... There was no discussion by Council. Kent Rose made a motion to approve the ordinance with the change requested, and Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0, with 2 abstentions. There was no Citizen Participation. Next was the Town Manager's Report. Ron Phillips informed the Council the Town had received the final two proposals for a computer system and they could expect a recommendation in July. He noted Robbie Gilmore, a Police Officer, graduates from GLETA this coming Friday. He then stated the concrete work on Slifer's Plaza was underway. One major leak in the fountain had been found about the size of a garden hale which has been fixed. He also noted the paving on Meadow Drive and Blue Cow Chute would be finished next week, and the suggestions from the Gouncil would be implemented. Ron then presented a ten year employment anniversary Vail belt buckle . to Curt Ufkes, Chief of Police. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, • ATTEST: ~. ~~~ ~ Pamela A. Brandmeyer~n Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman C~ .. _....., ~• '^ . Pa~T R. Johns 'n, Mayor -2- MINUTES VAiL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING JULY 1, 1986 7:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, July 1, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Dan Corcoran Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Hermann Staufer MEMBERS ABSENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Eric Affeldt Gordon Pierce Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 16, Series of 198b, first reading, regarding the annexation of the Solar Crest area of West Vail into the Town of Vail and amending the zoning map in relation to the annexed property. Mayor Johnston read the full title. Rick Pylman explained the ordinance and the zoning changes proposed. After a chart discussion by Council, Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a • motion to approve the ordinance, and Hermann Staufer seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-0. The next item on the agenda was Ordinance ordinance defining when a dog constitutes leash law. Larry Eskwith gave background in Section 4, line 5, which read "... or athletic event ...". After a discussion, the ordinance. Dan Corcoran seconded. A unanimously 5-0. No. 17, Series of 198fi, first reading, an a nuisance and expanding the areas of the information. He also noted a correction any athletic event ..." to "... while any Hermann Staufer made a motion to approve vote was taken and the motion passed The third item on the agenda was the appeal of the PEC decision approving the Cafe Gorsuch deck. Tom Braun detailed background information and listed the criteria the PEC used to make their decision. There was no representative present far the appealing party. There was no discussion by the Council or public. A motion was made to uphold the PEC decision by Kent Rose, which was seconded by Gail Wahrlich- Lowenthal. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-0. The fourth item was an appeal of the PEC decision denying a GRFA variance request of a Bighorn Terrace residence. Kristan Pritz gave background information on the appeal. Tim Boyle gave his reasons why the appeal should be approved. There was a • lengthy discussion by Council, Peter Patten, Kristan Pritz and Tim Boyle. Dan Corcoran made a motion to uphold the PEC decision, and Hermann Staufer seconded. Diana Donovan gave comments on the appeal. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-0. The fifth item on the agenda was Resolution No. 18, Series of 1986, supporting the Town of Vail request to the State Division of Highways to reduce the speed limit on the South Frontage Road. Tom Braun explained the reasoning behind the resolution. After some discussion by Council to extend the 25 m.p.h. speed zone from the intersection of Vail Road and the South Frontage Road easterly to the area of the Ford Park tennis course and reduce the speed limit to 35 m.p.h. from the Ford Park tennis courts to Vail Valley Drive, with the 45 m.p.h. zone east of Vail Ualley Drive maintained as presently existing, Dan Corcoran made a motion to approve the resolution with the changes discussed. Kent Rose seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-0. The next item on the agenda was consideration of an air rights easement far Cascade Village chairlift. Tom Braun gave a brief overview of the request for easement since it had been discussed at the Work Session that afternoon; he also mentioned changes had been made which Council had requested. Dan Corcoran suggested labeling the three Exhibit A's for reference identity. Larry Eskwith suggested there be a term period in case the Forest Service did not approve the request; Council decided to make the easement effective upon Forest Service approval within eighteen (18) months. A motion was made to approve the request with the changes by Hermann Staufer, and seconded by Gail Wahr1ich-Lowenthal. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-0. The seventh item was Ford Park, which was The next item was th~ the head auditor for detailed information the consideration of no Frontage Road parking in the area of tabled indefinitely. 1985 Audit report. Charlie Wick introduced Steve Thompson, the 'Town of Vail from McMahan, Armstrong & Kenny. Steve gave on the report's figures. There was no discussion by Council. Under Citizen Participation, Ron Boynton handed in a softball petition to the Mayor and reviewed the items of concern. Ran Phillips responded. Debbie Marquez made comments regarding planning meetings for Ford Park and how softball fit in, to which Peter Patten responded. Next was the Town Attorney's report. Larry Eskwith informed the Council an the. progress of the Forest Service/Lodge at Vail land exchange. After some discussion by Council, it was decided to continue the appeal process, Under the Town Manager's report, Ran Phillips stated that Ernst G1atzTe, Electrical Inspector/Master Electrician, had been named Employee of the Month for June. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Paul R. Johnstd'n, Mayor ATTEST: ~ ~. ~~~~ Parcela A. Brandmeyer, Td.~n Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman -2- MINUTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING JULY 15, 1986 7:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, July 15, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affe1dt Dan Corcoran Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce Hermann Staufer TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk As the first order of business, Jerry Sibley, representing the Board of Directors of the Eagle Valley Home Builders Association, presented prints designed by Will Trout to the Town of Vail and the Community Development Department. Mayor Johnston thanked him for the gifts. The second item on the a enda was a consent agenda of the following: 9 A. Ordinance No. 16, Series of 1986, second reading, zoning the area commonly known as Solar Crest. B. Ordinance No. 17, Series of 1986, second. reading, an ordinance defining when a dog constitutes a nuisance and expanding the areas of the leash law. Mayor Johnston read the full title of each. There were na comments by Council or citizens. A motion was made by Hermann Staufer to approve the ordinances, and Gordon Pierce seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. The third item was Ordinance No. 18, Series of 1986, first reading, annexing the area commonly known as Matterhorn to the Town of Vail. The full title was read by Mayor Johnston. Larry Eskwith explained the ordinance. There was no discussion by Council or the public. Gail Wahrlich..Lowenthal made a motion to approve the ordinance, which Dan Corcoran seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. The next item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 20, Series of 1986, an emergency ordinance requiring applicants who wish the Town to issue industrial development bonds pay an issuance fee. Mayor Johnston read the full title. Larry Eskwith explained the reasoning behind the ordinance. There was na discussion by Council or the public. A motion was made by Hermann Staufer to approve the ordinance, and Kent Rose seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. The fifth item was Ordinance No. 19, Series of 1986, first reading, authorizing Town sports facilities revenue bonds to Vail Associates for snowmaking purposes. The title was read in full by Mayor Johnston. Larry Eskwith noted one change on Page 3, Section 3, from 2O% to 45%; John Gardner explained why the figure was changed. There was same discussion regarding the special meeting which would have to be called for the second reading of this ordinance to make certain deadlines. John Gardner introduced Boyd Gentry of Republic Bank of Dallas and gave same background information on the ordinance. Boyd Gentry then gave additional information. After a lengthy discussion, Eric Affeldt made a motion to approve the ordinance, which was seconded by Kent Rose. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. The next item on the agenda was the Vail Associates sports facilities refinancing agreement. Larry Eskwith explained the agreement, and John Gardner gave additional information. Boyd Gentry and John Gardner responded to questions by the Council. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a motion to approve the agreement based upon final review of the document at the August 19, 1986 Evening Meeting. Gordon Pierce seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. The next item was Resolution No. 19, Series of 1986, finding substantial compliance of a petition for an annexation election concerning the area of West Vail commonly known as Vail Ridge. harry Eskwith presented a map and plat of the area and the petitions to Mayor Johnston. Ron Phillips swore in Pamela Srandmeyer, Town Clerk, as the first witness. She then testified the petitions and attachments had been delivered to her on July 3, 1986, which were marked as Exhibit 1. She also testified that the myiar of the annexation plat was true and correct, which was then marked as Exhibit 2. At this time, Steve Highland was sworn. He testified that he as a resident in the area to be annexed and had seen the plat before. He also testified he was involved in the annexation process in that he was chosen by the West Vaii Citizens for Reannexation to spearhead the process for his area. He then testified that he had researched the County records, and the number of qualified electors who are resident in and land owners of the Vail Ridge area are one hundred one (1Q1); also that there were sixteen {16) signatures on the petitions, which is more than the required ten percent {1090. He then testified that the petitions satisfied all requirements of Colorado State law. At this time, Hermann 5taufer made a motion to approve the resolution, and Dan Corcoran seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7w0. The eighth item on the agenda was McDonald's restaurant sign variance request. Rick Pylman gave background information on the request and answered questions from the Council. After some discussion by Council, Dan Corcoran made a motion to approve the request, and Hermann Staufer seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. There was no Citizen Participation. Next was the Town Manager's Report. Ron Phillips informed the Council the street paving had been finished in the Core area, but that a few areas will take a little longer to cure due to chemicals used. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:47 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Paul R. Johr~.stq-h, Mayor ATTEST: i" _ ~. ~~. Pamela A. Brandmeyer, To Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman _2_ MINUTEs SPECIAL MEETING VAIL TOWN COUNCIL JULY 29, 1986 2:00 P.M. A special meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, July 29, 1986, at 2:00 P.M., in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal~Bui1ding. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul R. Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eri c Affe1 dt Dan Corcoran Hermann Staufer Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal MEMBERS ABSENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Gordon Pierce Ron Phillips, Town Manager Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first item on the agenda was Ordinance Na. 19, Series of 1985, an ordinance authorizing and directing the issuance of up to $2,eO0,000.00 aggregate principle amount of the Town`s Sports Facility Refunding Bonds, execution and delivery of a Sports Facilities Refinancing Agree- ment with Vail Associates, Inc., and related documents; authorizing and directing the execution and delivery of such bonds; providing for the principle amount, numbers, provisions for redemption and maturities of, and rates of interest on, the bonds, and authorizing certain terms to be determined by subsequent resolution; determining revenues to be paid for such project; authorizing investments, approving counsel; authorizing incidental action; calling a special public hearing; and repealing incon- sistent actions. The full title was read by ikon Phillips. Representing Vail Associates, were the following: Jack Gardner, from Ballard, Spahr, Andrews, and Ingersoll, legal counsel, and Rick McCutcheon, Corporate Treasurer for Vail Associates. There being na discussion, a motion to approve Ordinance No. 19 on second reading to publish by title only was made by Eric Affeldt and seconded by Dan Corcoran. The motion passed unanimously. There being no further business, this special meeting was adjourned at 2:Z0 P.M., so the Council could return to scheduled work session business. Respectfully submitted, .t.. Paul Johnsto ayor ATTEST amela A. Brandme er To Clerk P Y Minutes taken by Pamela A. Brandmeyer • MINUTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 5, 19$5 7:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, August 5, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affeldt Dan Corcoran Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce Hermann Staufer TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam 8randmeyer, Tawn Clerk The first item an the agenda was the presentation of the Chuck Anderson Youth Recognition Awards to Tierney Sage and Timothy Christiansen. Mayor Pro Tem Kent Rase explained the duties of the Awards Committee and the criteria used to choose nominees. Mayor Johnston then presented the awards to the winners. The next item on the agenda was the approval of the June 3, 17, July 1, 15, and 29, 1986 meetings. ban Corcoran noted one error in the June 3 minutes in which there i was no note of a vote on item four. Ne then made a motion to approve a17 the minutes, with this one correction. Hermann Staufer seconded. A vote was then taken to approve the June 17 and July 15 meetings minutes, in which all Councilmembers were present, which passed unanimously 7-0. A vote was taken to approve the July 29 meeting minutes, to which Gordon Pierce abstained because he was absent at that meeting, which passed 6-0. Next a vote was taken to approve the July 1 meeting minutes, to which Eric Affeldt and Gordon Pierce abstained because of absence, and the motion passed 5-0. Then a vote was taken to approve the June 3 meeting minutes, to which Kent Rose, Eric Affeldt and Hermann Staufer abstained because of absence, and the motion passed 4-0. The third item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 18, Series of 1986, second reading, annexing the Matterhorn area into the Town of Vaii. Mayor Johnston read the full title of the ordinance. Larry Eskwith made brief remarks concerning the ordinance. There was no discussion by the public or Council. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a motion to approve the ordinance, and Gordon Pierce seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. The fourth item was Ordinance No. 21, Series of 1986, first reading, amending the Town of Vail Municipal Code to include conditional use food and beverage cart vending. The foil title of the ordinance was read by Mayor Johnston. Kristen Pritz gave background information on the ordinance. After a short discussion by Council, Lewis Meskiman and Kristen Pritz, a motion to approve the ordinance was made by Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal. Kent Rose seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 6-1, with Hermann Staufer opposing. The fifth item on the agenda was Resolution No. 20, Series of 1986, supporting the Louisiana Pacific operations in Kremmling and Grand County. Kent Rose explained the resolution and the reasoning behind it. There was no discussion by Council or the public. Dan Corcoran made a motion to approve the resolution, and Hermann Staufer seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. The next item on the agenda was the Transportation/Parking Task Force recommendations to the Council. Stan Berryman briefly listed the recommendations: - Continue program of restricted parking passes and coupons and increase marketing of the program. - Implement a phased program of increasing winter parking at Ford Park. A. Utilize existing landing mats and purchase 18,000 square feet of additional landing mats to extend the parking area through the softball fields. B. Utilize the lower bench and existing access road for parking on a temporary basis until the park improvements are completed. C. Obtain approval from the Colorado Department of Highways to excavate and pave the area east of the tennis court parking lot to the snow dump. - The Vail Resort Association will include an insert when mailing out confirmations for lodges located east of Vail Road informing guests to exit . at the East Vail exit of I-70. - Emphasize positive marketing efforts in the community regarding free parking at Ford Park and the importance of providing guest parking in the structures. - Continue the program of leasing private parking spaces: A. Contact building owners and/or condominium associations early in the fall . B. Increase marketing of the program. - Investigate new staging areas for charter buses and outlying parking areas. - Relocate and improve the Town's Traveler's Information Station transmitter and antenna to the Town Shop Tocation to increase operating range. - Continue and increase the program of Police Department manual traffic control at the Main Vail Interchange during peak traffic periods. - Repaint stripes and arrows on the westbound off-ramp of the Main Vail I-7O Interchange and Four-way as weather and temperature permit during the winter season. - Negotiate a contract with Lea, Elliott, McLean and Company to conduct a feasibility study of a People Mover System to replace the Intown Shuttle Bus System. - Develop a Request for Proposal and pursue the development of a Master Transportation Plan for the Town of Vail. Stan Berryman then asked the Council to approve the recommendations and start with the Master Plan. Bill Wi1to gave remarks on his confusion of the issues. After much discussion by Council, Eric Affe1dt made a motion to approve the recommendations except for the lower bench area plans. Kent Rose seconded the motion. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal requested staff look into Ford Park parking and a bikepath from Ford Park to the Village. A vote was then taken and the motion passed 6-1, with Dan Corcoran opposing. The seventh item was the Cascade Village/Lionshead recreation path proposal. Pat Dodson gave details of the current and proposed recreation paths. Bruce Chapman, representing Lionsquare Lodge, explained the owners` reservations and problems with the proposed path. After a lengthy discussion, it was decided that Mr. Chapman approach the Council with any problems not resolved with Community Development and Public Works. The next item was the Treetops Condominium Association deck enclosure appeal, Tom Braun gave detailed background information as to why staff and the Planning Commission recommended denial. Linda Avarch, Manager of the Treetops, gave reasons why she thought the appeal should be granted. After a short discussion, Dan Corcoran made a motion to uphold the PEC decision, which Eric Affeldt and Kent Rose seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-O. The ninth item on the agenda, action to be taken on the Marmot contract for the Library, was tabled until further notice. There was no Citizen Participation. Under the Town Manager's report, Ron Phillips stated his disappointment in the print media for not being present for the Youth Awards earlier that evening. He noted Sally Lorton, a Gomputer Operator Accounting Technician in the Finance Department, was the July Employee of the Month. Me then proceeded to give Stdtl5tiC5 from the Recreation Department of the summer activities and gave comparisons of 1985 and 198fi Ju]y bus ridership. He stated there may be possible commercial additions to the parking structures; Jeff Winston was doing studies and ground work before presenting . suggestions to Council. _2_ At this time, Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal stated she felt the feasibility study on a People Mover was extremely important and asked that staff move as quickly as possible. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:33 p.m. • ATTEST: ~ ~~~~ ~ Pamela A. 8randmeyer, T~fn Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman • ~~ • Respectfully submitted, -~ ~~' ~ ,ef ,~ • - ~ ~ ~ ~ ~~ ~' Pau ~. johns~~o , Mayor -3- MINUTES VAIL TOWN CpUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 19, 19$6 7:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, August 19, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affeldt Dan Corcoran Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Gordan Pierce Hermann Staufer MEMBERS ABSENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first order of business was Ordinance No. 21, Series of 1986, second reading, amending the Municipal Code to include a conditional use food and beverage cart vending in the Ski Base/Recreation zone district. Mayor Pro Tem Rose read the full title. Kristan Pritz briefly gave background information on the ordinance. Jeffrey Dillon, owner of the Haagen Daz store, explained his concerns to which Kristan responded. Ross Davis, a partner of the Popcorn Wagon, gave his ideas on what the Town should be concerned with which started discussion by Council and Peter Patten. Pat Dodson explained the reasoning behind the ordinance and how it all came about, then Lewis Meskiman explained how he got involved. After more discussion, Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a motion to approve the ordinance, and Eric Affeldt seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 4-2, with Dan Corcoran and Hermann Staufer opposing. The next item was Ordinance Na. 22, Series of 1986, first reading, making supplemental appropriations in the Town of Vail budget. Mayor Pro Tem Rose read the full title of the ordinance. Steve Barwick explained what the ordinance would do. There was no discussion by the Council or the public. Hermann Staufer made a motion to approve the ordinance, and Gordon Pierce seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The third item was Ordinance No. 23, Series of 1986, first reading, making a typographical correction in the Density Control Section of the Municipal Code. Mayor Pro Tem Rose read the title in full. Peter Patten explained that the ordinance was to correct a typographical error only. There was no discussion by Council or the public. A motion to approve the ordinance was made by Gordon Pierce and seconded by Hermann Staufer. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The next item on the agenda was a public hearing concerning the Vail Ridge proposed annexation into the Town of Vail. Larry Eskwith called Pamela Brandmeyer, Town Clerk, as his first witness. Once sworn, she testified the public notice was published four consecutive times in the Vail Trail and the Eagle Valley Enterprise, papers, and that it was done thirty days in advance. Larry then submitted Exhibit 1, the public notice, to Mayor Pro Tem Rose. Larry then had Bill Andrews, Town Engineer, sworn as his second witness. Bil] identified the mylar plat as that of Vail Ridge area; he also verified that all the requirements for the annexation had been met by the area. Exhibit 2, the mylar plat, was then submitted to Mayor Pro Tem Rose. Steve Hyland, Manager of Lift Operations for Vail Associates, was sworn as the last witness. He testified that he currently lives and has lived in the Vail Ridge area for four years, He also testified that the Vail Ridge community has an interest in joining the Town of Vail, and that the area is urban. He then testified he was involved in the annexation process in that he was chosen as an Election Commissioner. Larry then submitted Exhibit 3, an affidavit of consent by Jahn Ulbrich, to Mayor Pro Tem Rose. Mr. Ulbrich lives in Florida, but is a landowner of three contiguous parcels in the Vail Ridge area. Larry Eskwith then stated he had no further evidence to give and asked for public comments or evidence. Mayor Pro Tem Rase again asked for public comments and/or evidence, There was none. At this time, Mayor Pro Tem Rose declared the public hearing closed. The fifth item was Resolution No. 21, Series o' the proposed annexation of the Vail Ridge area annexation election. Larry Eskwith stated the the District Court requesting an election date Hyland, Gary Ha11 and Kathy Warren as Election discussion by Council or the public. A motion Dan Corcoran and seconded by Gordon Pierce. A • unanimously 5-0. F 1956, a second resolution regarding into the Town of Vail through an resolution sets forth a petition to of September 30, 19$5 and that Steve Commissioners. There was no to approve the resolution was made by vote was taken and the motion passed The next item on the agenda was Resolution No. 22, Series of 1985, regarding revenue refunding bonds for Vail Associates snowmaking. Larry Eskwith stated this was a public hearing to decide if the bonds should be approved by the Town Council. hack Gardner, representative of Ballard, Spahr, Andrews & Ingersoll, gave an explanation of the contents of the resolution. There was a short question/answer period with Council and Mr. Gardner. Mayor Pro Tem Rose then repeated this was a public hearing and asked for any input from the public, there was none. At this time, Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a motion to approve the resolution and Eric Affe1dt seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-0. The next item was action on the Hong Kong Cafe electrical service easement. Rick Pylman gave brief background information an the easement. Mayor Pro Tem Rose noted the item had been discussed at the work session earlier and asked for any comments from the public. There was a short discussion by Council. Gordon Pierce made a motion to approve the easement. There was no second. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-Q. The eighth item on the agenda was action on a People Mover pre-feasibility study contract. Stan Berryman clarified the wording of the title of the document; that it was not a pre-feasibility study, b.ut a feasibility study, and also a transportation study. We stated the study will help the Council decide if a People Mover system is really feasible. He noted the study viii analyze our situation and give recommendations. After same discussion by Council, an unknown gentleman from the public gave his thoughts an the proposal, to which Stan and Ron Phillips responded. Larry Eskwith stated he was changing the wording on page 3 of the contract by deleting the words "far cause" in the second paragraph. Eric Affeldt made a motion to approve the contract with the correction, and Gordon Pierce seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-1, with Dan Corcoran opposing. The next item on the agenda was action on the Marmot contract for the Library. Charlyn Canada gave reasons why she thought the contract should be approved for signing. After some discussion by Council, Charlyn and Larry Eskwith explained specifics of the contract. An unknown gentleman of the public commented that he felt the Council should approve the contract. At this time, Gordon Pierce made a motion to approve signing of the contract, which Hermann Staufer seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-D. There was no Citizen Participation. . In the Town Attorney`s report, Larry Eskwith noted the Town of Vail lawsuit against Valli Hi had been resolved favorably for the Town. Also, he stated the Weiss/Kittay lawsuit against the Town had been dismissed by the Court. He did say, however, the Town had been served a new one by Tawn and Country Townhomes. Larry explained he was filing a Motion to Dismiss, and that there was a good chance it would be. Next was the Town Manager's Report. Ron Phillips informed the Council that Stan Berryman had been elected as the Regional Director of the Western Slope Chapter of the Public Works Association. He stated it had been a great weekend for the Coors Classic in town; there had been very few incidences and everyone he had spoken to were complimentary on how everything had been handled. He noted the pine beetle program had been completed for the year, and the spring program for thistles was about 80~ finished. At this time, Mayor Pro Tem Rose asked about the enhanced 911 program. Curt Ufkes responded that they have looked into the program and were making plans. Ron Phillips stated he had the chance to observe the Dispatchers while there were two auto accidents, a plane crash and a structure fire all happening at once, and that he was very impressed with the way everything was handled. Me also wanted to commend the Fire Department an their quick response to the plane crash that happened. -2- There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m. ATTEST: Pame]a A. 8randmeyer, Ta~t~+rn Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Ghesman • • Respectfully submitted, _--- ~~~` - ~~ Kent R. Rose, Mayor Pro Tem -3- MINtiTES VAIL TOWN COi1NCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 2, 1986 7:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, September 2, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affeldt Dan Corcoran Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce Hermann Staufer TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first item on the agenda was the approval of the August 5 and 19, 1986 meetings. Kent Rose made a motion to approve the August 5 minutes, which Hermann Staufer seconded. A vote was then taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. At this time, Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a motion to approve the August 19 minutes, and Gordon Pierce seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 6-0, with Mayor Johnston abstaining due to absence. The next item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 22, Series of 1986, second reading, making supplemental appropriations in the Town of Vail budget. Mayor Johnston read the full title of the ordinance. Steve Barwick explained what the ordinance would do. There was no discussion by the Council or the public. Dan Corcoran made a motion to approve the ordinance, and Gordon Pierce seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. The third item was Ordinance No. 23, Series of 1986, second reading, making a typographical correction in the Density Control Section of the Municipal Gode. Mayor Johnston read the title in full. Peter Patten explained that the ordinance was a housekeeping ordinance to correct a typographical error only. There was no discussion by Council or the public. A motion to approve the ordinance was made by Hermann Staufer and seconded by Dan Corcoran. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. The fourth item was Ordinance No. 24, Series of 1986, first reading, a request to amend Special Development District No. 5 (Development Area B), Simba Run, to allow far a recreation amenities fund contribution of $70,000 in lieu of the requirement of a tot lot. The title of the ordinance was read in full by Mayor Johnston. Kristan Pritz gave the reasoning for the language change of the Special Development District and briefly gave background information on the ordinance. Larry Eskwith noted a typographical error in Section 1, changing "Section 8 C 2" to "Section 8 C 2 B". There was a short discussion by Council. Then Dan Corcoran made a motion to approve the ordinance with the stipulations that the $10,000 be paid in one lump sum, and that the money contribution go into the Recreation Amenities Fund, not for the Sandstone restrooms only, and also noting the typographical correction to be made. Hermann Staufer seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 6-0, with Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal abstaining due to a conflict of interest. The fifth item on the agenda was Resolution No. 23, Series of 1956, setting the date fora special election to choose a replacement for retiring Councilmember Dan Corcoran. Larry Eskwith explained the resolution. After a brief discussion by Council, Hermann Staufer made a motion to approve the resolution. Kent Rose seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. The next item on the agenda was the Lionshead to Cascade Village recreation path. Peter Patten gave background information regarding the path. Mr. Rob Levine, Assistant Manager of, and representing, The Antlers Association, told the Council his Association members met a few days ago and voted to approve the plans. Chris Haven, General Manager of the Lionsquare Lodge and representing its owners, stated they continue to oppose the plan vn the north side of the creek. Andy Norris, representing Cascade Village, stated he did not like the way the path just ends right now and wants it to be completed. There was further discussion by Council, Peter Patten and Stan Berryman. At this time, Dan Corcoran made a motion to continue the path construction to The Antlers and to pursue preliminary studies for the south side of the creek, but to continue discussion with Vail Associates to keep the path on the north side if at all possible. Eric Affeldt seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0. Next was Citizen Participation. Eric Affeldt asked Ron Phillips if the Town would call the Vail Daily and the Vail Trail on Thursday afternoons and give them a tentative agenda to print in the Friday or Saturday papers. Ron stated that they would, but he feared the public would not understand that they were tentative agendas, and not in final form. lJnder the Town Manager's report, Ron Phillips stated that Matt Lindvall, a Police Detective, was the Employee of the Month for August. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:Ob p.m. Respectfully submi ed, Paul'R' Johnst~~Mayor ATTEST: Pamela A. Brandmeyer, T(bwn Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman -2- MINUTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 16, 1986 7:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Tawn Council was held on Tuesday, September 16, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eri c Affel dt Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce Hermann Staufer TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney The first order of business was recognition of retiring Councilmember Dan Corcoran. Mayor Johnston made a presentation and gave a etched glass plaque to Dan for Dan's service on the Town Council. Peter Patten spoke nn his feelings regarding Dan's resignation and thanked him for his support throughout the years. The next item was Ordinance No. 24, Series of 1985, second reading, a request to • amend Special Development District No. 5 {Development Area B), Simba Run, to allow for a recreation amenities fund contribution of $10,000 in lieu of the requirement of a tot lot. The title of the ordinance was read in full by Mayor Johnston. Kristen Pritz briefly gave background information on the ordinance and introduced Nicholas Giancamilli to answer any questions of the Council. There was no discussion by Council or the public. At this time, Kent Rose made a motion to approve the ordinance, and Gordon Pierce seconded, A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0, with Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal abstaining due to a conflict of interest. The third item was the Kravis residence appeal of the Design Review Board decision. Kristen Pritz explained what the appeal was in regards tn. At this time, Gordan Pierce excused himself from his position on the Council and made a presentation with a scale model of the residence. Kathy Warren, Ned Gwathmey and Duane Piper of the Design Review Board gave comments on how and why they made their decision. Gary Bosche1 and Jim Morter gave their thoughts on why the ordinance should be revised. Peter Patten gave further background information on the subject. Hermann Staufer made a motion to overturn the DRB decision and approve the plans, which Gaii Wahrlich-Lowenthal seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 4-1, with Kent Rose opposing and Gordon Pierce abstaining due to his involvement in the project. Hermann Staufer then requested the staff follow up an researching and making recommendations an revising the ordinance. At this point, Eric Affeldt commended • the DRB Board on their decision making. The next item on the agenda was an access agreement with The Wren, which was tabled until a later date. The fifth item was the final Entryway Design proposal. Jim Morter of Morter Architects explained the five alternatives for the entryway design. He Hated he had refined the designs and presented two final designs for the Council to look at. After much discussion by Council and Jim Morter, Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a motion to choose the "Purple Mountains Majesty" design with Jim's best judgment to add ar not add "Host of", and Kent Rose seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The next item on the agenda was the Swimming Pool Task Force presentatinn. Pat Dodson introduced the members of the Task Force - Tim Garton, Gordon Pierce, George Knox, Duane Piper and Lizette Lamb, and thanked Cindy Stites, Lori Aker and Kristen Pritz far their help. Mayor Johnston also thanked everyone for his/her contribution. Tim Garton explained background information of the Task Force, the goals they set and how they had reached those goals, to varying degrees. Pat Dodson gave a slide presentation on the areas the Task Force had visited for ideas. Tim Garton gave lengthy comments regarding financing options and possibilities, phasing of the project, and design and preliminary site locations. Next Duane Piper discussed design and site locations in the Valley and explained the pool they liked best for a basis to go on. He noted the Task Force had made eighteen criteria far a site, most favorable to the least favorable, and pool design objectives. Tim Garton ran through reasons the Task Force was formed {public demand for a local pool) and then explained their recommendation for a multi-use pool walled up to make three separate areas. He then asked for direction from the Town Council as to phase two of the project. He asked that the Council read the proposal submitted, and then the Task Force meet again with Council to discuss how to proceed. After a short discussion by Council, it was agreed to meet again with the Task Force at the October 7 Evening Meeting. The next item was discussion of a proposal for commercial development adjacent to the parking structures. Tom Braun gave background information on the proposal process of the RFQ and RFP. He noted the staff felt that before RFP`s and RFQ`s, they wanted to get a handle an marketing aspects and the development aspect. He said the staff recommended: 1. Authorize the staff to research, select and contract with a consulting firm for the development of a market analysis study. Staff will provide Council with additional information as to the costs and content of this study. 2. Direct the staff to begin working with Jeff Winston to develop preliminary architectural plans and design considerations related to the two sites. In addition, to develop a more detailed cost estimate for the production of the RFQ. 3. Initiate a series of discussions on what trade-offs the Tawn would most desire as a result of these projects. • 4. Establish a budget for this process through the RFQ stage. Given direction from the Council, staff can prepare a budget proposal for Council`s review. Hermann Staufer recommended a market study as the first priority. After some discussion by Council, it was unanimously agreed to have staff proceed to the next step and report back to Council at the September 30, 1986 Work Session. Peter Jamar and Diana Donovan gave their thoughts an problems with this type of development. The eighth item on the agenda was approval of a letter to the Eagle County Commissioners concerning a proposal for a county-wide television translator. Larry Eskwith explained the reasoning behind the letter. After a short discussion by Council, it was unanimously agreed to send the letter. There was no Citizen Participation. Next was the Town Manager's Report. Ron Phillips informed the Council of improvements made at the Mature Center. The campfire ring was completed far $10,x00 less than budgeted. He thanked Kurt Brosig from Tara Masonry, who only charged for materials and absorbed the labor costs. Ron then thanked Lynne Langmaid, whn donated a greenhouse to the Nature Center. He noted the Booth Creek Tot Lat was now open, and that all the comments heard to date were positive. He stated the Golf . Course Clubhouse renovation had begun the day before. He also noted he had been appointed by Governor Lamm to the Nuclear Material Transportation Advisory Committee. Ron then commented how much everyone will miss Curt EJfkes, resigning Chief of Police. Mayor Johnston made similar comments and commended Curt on his hard work and effort through the years. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:25 p.m. Pa ATTEST: • Pamela A. Brandmeyer, Tor`Gn Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman -2- Resoectfull.v submitted, MINUTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 7, 1986 7:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, October 7, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affeldt Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce Hermann Staufer TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Ron Phillips, Town Manager Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first item on the agenda was the approval of the minutes of the September 2 and 16, 1986 meetings. Hermann Staufer made a motion to approve the minutes, which Kent Rose seconded. A vote was then taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-O. The next item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 26, Series of 1986, first reading, annexing Vail Ridge to the Town of Vail. Mayor Johnston read the full title of the ordinance. Ron Phillips briefly gave background information on the ordinance. • There was no discussion by Council or the public. Kent Rose made a motion to approve the ordinance, and Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The third item was Resolution No. 24, Series of 1956, approving a contract for the purchase of a residence for the Tawn Manager. Mayor Johnston explained to the public the reasoning behind the resolution and how the residence had been chosen. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal asked to have wording inserted in paragraph three of the contract: "Seller agrees to furnish at his expense all items necessary in order to delete Standard Exceptions 1 through 5 of Schedule B, Section 2 of Stewart Title Company's Title Commitment No. 2614-V." A motion to approve the resolution with the additional language was made by Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal and seconded by Gordon Pierce. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-1, with Eric Affeldt opposing. The fourth item was Resolution Na. 25, Series of 1986, commending Lynne Langmaid, Dotsero Block Company, and Kurt Brosig of Tara Masonry far donations to the Nature Center. Kathleen Okon of the Nature Center introduced Kurt Brosig and thanked everyone involved for their help. At this time Hermann Staufer made a motion to approve the resolution, and Kent Rose seconded. A vote was made. and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. At this time Mayor Johnston gave~a signed and sealed resolu- tion to Kurt Brosig since he was present; the others to receive theirs in the mail. The fifth item on the agenda was the Holiday Inn sign variance appeal. Kristan Pritz gave background information on the variance request. Frank Johnson, General Manager of the Holiday Inn, gave his reasons why he felt the variance should be approved. After some discussion, Ron Phillips asked if the starburst to dot the "i" could be made to fit the current sign, and trade-off by taking down one of the other signs. Frank Johnson agreed and stated he would approach the DRB with the suggestion. At this time, Gordon Pierce stated he had a conflict of interest, but felt the current sign code is a little archaic and that the Council needed to take a good hard look at the code. Frank Johnson then withdrew the item. The next item on the agenda was the Ambrosia Restaurant sign variance appeal, which was tabled. The applicant, Gottfried Staufer, had phoned earlier requesting the item be tabled until a later date due to the fact he was called out of town for a few weeks. The seventh item was the approval of the Election Judges for the Special Municipal Election to fill Dan Corcoran's vacated Council position. Pam Brandmeyer proposed Denise Briner, Mary Caster and Laura Swetish for the Election Judges and Nancy Dooher as an Alternate. Kent Rose made a motion to approve the proposed Election Judges, and Hermann Staufer seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. Mayor Johnston took a moment at this time to congratulate Ken Hughey on his new position as Vaii Chief of Police. Next was Citizen Participation. Srad Jones, running for eagle County Assessor, introduced himself, gave information on his background experience, and answered questions of the Council. Under the Town Manager's report, Ron Phillips stated that Police Officer Buck Martinez won five gold medals and two silver medals at the Police Olympics held in Albuquerque, New Mexico. There being na further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:17 p.m. Respectfull submitted, Paul R. Jo~'n~+Eon, or AT7E57: ..___ . ~ l ~~J Pamela A. Brandmeyer,47own Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman ..2- ,~_ MINUTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 21, 1986 7:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, October 21, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pra Tem Eric Affeldt Gail Wahr1ich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce Hermann Staufer TOWS} OFFICIALS PRESENT: Ron Phillips, Tawn Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first order of business was Ordinance Na. 26, Series of 1986, second reading, annexing Vail Ridge to the Town of Vail. Mayor Johnston read the full title. Ron Phillips gave brief background information on the ordinance. Mayor Johnston pointed out that Amendment 4 would not let any annexed areas of West Vail be put on the tax roles until 1988; that the Town was taking chances, but it wants West Vail back. Kent Rose made a motion to approve the ordinance, and Gordon Pierce seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The next item was Ordinance No. Z9, Series of 1986, first reading, adopting the Town of Vail budget and financial plan for 1987. Mayor Johnston read the title in full. Ron Phillips quickly explained the budget process and gave an outline of the proposed budget. Steve Barwick explained the five major steps the Town went through to come up with a balanced budget. Ron Phillips noted that instead of having the Department Heads give an overview of each department`s budget, a video tape would be made available to the public. Mayor Johnston noted that there had been no new revenue sources for the Town in the last two years and cautioned about Amendment 4 which would mean no action could be taken until the next general election two years away and that the Town could only reduce services as a managerial decision if problems occur. Kent Rose encouraged the public to ask questions. Eric Affeldt explained the reasons why he would have to oppose the ordinance, to which Ron Phillips responded. Hermann Staufer made a motion to approve the ordinance on first reading, which Gordon Pierce seconded. At this time, Gunther iiaefler gave Eric Affeldt a newspaper article to read regarding the poor state of affairs in Colorado. David Kana1ly, President of the Vail Resort Association, stated. that VRA had already met its December quota for room reservations and is 700 room nights ahead for the ski season. A vote was then taken and the motion passed 5-1, with Eric Affeldt opposing. The third item was Ordinance No. 28, Series of 19$6, first reading, amending the Land Transfer Tax Chapter of the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail. The title was read in full by Mayor Johnston. Charlie Wick read a statement as to the reasoning behind the ordinance and what the funds would be used for. Gail Wahr1ich-Lowenthal and Kent Rose gave their reservations on the ordinance and the reasons why. Chuck Grist, representing the Vail Board of Realtors, made comments as to why he apposed it. Jim Flaum gave comments on why he wanted some wording left in. Bill Wiita explained what the Council originally made the tax for. Ron Phillips suggested wording to be deleted should be left in and the staff would talk to anyone to answer questions before the second reading. Diana Donovan explained why she felt it should be left alone and not changed. Rod Slifer explained why he felt there should be separate balances for development and acquisition. Eric Affeldt made a motion to table this ordinance for thirty days so there would be time to look into mare restrictive wording and develop a list of expenditures, and Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-1, with Mayor Johnston opposing. It was noted at this time that it would be a topic of discussion at the long range planning Council Wark Session next week. The next item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 25, Series of 1986, first reading, correcting the legal description attached to the the Solar Crest annexation ordinance. Larry Eskwith explained that an error was made in the legal description for the original ordinance; a correct p1 at, but wrong legal description. After a short discussion by Council, Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a motion to approve the ordinance, and Kent Rose seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-0. The fifth item was Ordinance No. 27, Series of 1985, first reading, amending Special . Development District 5 by incorporating a partial site and parking plan. Rick Pylman explained the background on the ordinance. Kent Rose made a motion to approve the ordinance, and Hermann Staufer seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0, with Gordon Pierce abstaining due to involvement in the project. The next item on the agenda was Resolution No. 26, requesting acceleration of funding far a new partial interchange west of the Main Vail interchange. Stan Berryman explained the reasoning for the resolution. Mayor Johnston embellished on the background information for the public. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal recommended stranger language; Stan agreed. Gordan Pierce stated he was against traffic signals, and if they have to go with the request, then he would be against the resolution. Kent Rose made a motion to approve the resolution with additional wording, and Eric Affeldt seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-1, with Gordon Pierce apposing. The seventh item was Resolution No. 27, adopting the Master Land Use Plan. Peter Patten gave the introduction far the land use plan and thanked the members of the Task Force and Planning Commission who were involved. He then gave a slide and overhead transparency presentation to show the complete process of the final plan. Peter then introduced, Leslie Freeman of THK Associates, the Town's consultants. She showed a colored map and explained how it was developed. She explained the goals . that shaped the plan and also gave a slide presentation of the areas where development was possible. Rick Pylman gave a slide presentation and explained the major changes in the plan. He went through the goal statements with the Council and noted the Planning and Environmental Commission's changes in wording. Reter concluded the entire presentation with staff recommendations. He then thanked everyone involved again for their hard work. Joe Staufer commented on the items he did not approve of - publie lands for private use and commercial development of the Transportation Center. Rene Gorsuch asked questions regarding the real estate transfer tax funds for open space, to which Peter responded. Mayor Johnston asked that the aquatic center sites be looked at again, and he would like the resolution tabled until the public has had an opportunity to look at the report presented to Council. Hermann Staufer made a motion to table the resolution, and Gordon Pierce seconded it. Ron Phillips suggested the issue was important enough to have the Council schedule a special evening meeting for public input. Tuesday, October 28, 1986, 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers was chosen for the meeting. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-0. The next item was the Vail Congress Hall presentation. Pepi Gramshammer explained how the idea of the Congress Hall began. He then introduced John Horan-Kates, who gave more background information and reasons why it would,wor.k.and.be useful. Joe Staufer gave information on a Congress Ha11 in Garmisch, West Germany and how it was set up and how it is used, Gordon Pierce presented a slide show and had picture boards of European Congress Ha11s, and plans for the Vail Congress Wall. John Horan-Kates thanked Gordon for all his hard work on the project, and then introduced Bill Fortier of Pannell, Kerr, Foster, who worked on the market and economic studies. Bill explained what they found during their studies and answered questions from the public. Stan Bernstein, who had done the financial analysis, gave a brief presentation as to the budget figures estimated. He then answered questions of the Council and public. Eric Affeldt noted the figures he had found. David Kanally of the Vail Resort Association gave comments on why he thought the Town of Vail should pursue looking into a Congress Hall in more depth and requested the Council to direct staff or designate funds to have a location study done. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal requested more information such as receiving final reports, figure discrepancies resolved between Eric`s and Stan's figures, and a look at the exact market it would attract. Several members of the public gave their comments and ideas on the subject. At this time, Hermann Staufer made a motion for the Town to do a location study in Commercial Cores I and II, and a limit of $10,000 for the study. Eric Affeldt seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-1, with Kent Rase opposing. The ninth item was Resolution No. 28, designating October 2~ as United Nations Day. Ron Phillips gave brief background information on the resolution, He stated that Colleen Kline was Vail`s United Nations Representative this year. Kent Rose made a motion to approve the resolution, which Hermann Staufer seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-1, with Eric Affeldt opposing due to his views on the UN. -2- Gail Wahr1ich~Lowenthal had to leave at this point in time. The tenth item on the agenda was an appeal of the PEC decision on a variance request for the Cornice Building. Kristan Pritz, in Tom Braun's absence, gave background information on the appeal and the staff's recommendation and why. Mike Palmer, representing the applicants, gave his reasons why the appeal should be granted. After a short discussion by Council, Eric Affeidt made a motion to uphold the PEC decision for the reasons stated in the staff report dated September 22, 1956. Kent Rose seconded the motion. At this time, Ron Phillips explained to mike Palmer what his options were. Mr. Palmer then decided to withdraw his appeal. There was no Citizen Participation. Next was the Town Manager's Report. Ron Phillips noted that Bab Riggle came in first place of the loader competition, and Larry Pardee and Todd Scholl placed third in the Unimog competition at the APWA Snow Conference in Colorado Springs. He stated that Gorsuch Ltd. nominated the Town of Vail Recreation Department for the 1956 Gold Medal Award Program of The Sports Foundation, Inc., and that they won. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 12:25 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ~,/~-- i R. d sto~, Mayor ATTEST: t~ Pamela A. Brandmeyer, T n Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman t -3- +%+r ., e MI~lUTES SPECIAL MEETING VAIL TOWN COUf~CIL OCTOBER 2$, 1986 7:30 P.M. A special meeting of the Uai1 Town Council was held on Tuesday, October 28, 1986, at 2:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building. MEMBERS PRESENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Paul R. Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affe1 dt Gordon Pierce Hermann Staufer Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Ron Phillips, Town Manager Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the Land Use Alan presented by Peter Patten and Rick Pylman of the Community Development Department. The meeting began with a discussion of goal statements from the Land Use Plan. 1.5: Hermann Staufer felt there was no need for this category or statement should discourage this type of development. Ron Phillips suggested writing the goal and policy and designation far Hillside Development, but not show any areas on the map. He felt it could be designated on the map as Agricultural and Open Space. Roger Tilkemeier agreed with Phillip's idea. Joe Staufer fe]t that there should not be development on Forest Service land. Dan Corcoran stated that Hillside Development could be for private lands only, Jay Peterson supported killside Development on private land. Kent Rose felt that this hinged upon the ability to distinguish between public and private land, and added that if there is no distinction, then all hillside should be open space. If is possible to make the distinction, it would be ok to have hillside development on private land. Hermann Staufer agreed with the staff recommendation, Gail Lowenthal, Gordon Pierce and Eric Affeldt agreed with Kent Rose. Tn an informal poll, the Council voted 4-2 to delineate between public and private land and to designate public land as Open Space and private land as Hillside Development. i r1 ~/ 1.6 It was decided to strike the word, "proven." 1.7 Hermann Staufer suggested stating "recreational or public facility development" in lieu of "development." 1.8 There was much discussion on this subject and it was decided it should be worded, ..,."if such development is for public use. If a parcel is to be sold or developed or leased for private use, it should go to through the public process." 2.2 Replace words "fine tune" with "make the" 2.6 Substitute "work with" for encourage. 3.1 3.2 Combine to read, "The hotel bed base should be preserved and used more efficiently. Vail Village and Lionshead are the best location for hotels to serve the future needs of destination skiers." {Strike 3.1 second sentence.) 3.5 Add "sanctioned" before "street happenings." 4.2 Replace "desirable" with "acceptable" and add "Vail Village Master Plan." 4.3 Remove "whenever possible." :,.r It was decided to continue the discussion on the Land iJSe Plan on Tuesday, November ]1 at 7:30 PM. This special meetfr~g was adjourned at 10:45 PM. Resp t- Paul 1-~--,~ ,'--AT ST ~~ (~Vlld.~t1 ~. ~~l~r Pamela A. 8randmeyer, T wn Glerk Minutes taken by Rick Pylman. MINUTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 4, 1986 7:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, November 4, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Vail Public Library. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Gordon Pierce Hermann Staufer MEMBERS NOT PRESENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Eric Affeldt Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney The first item on the agenda was a ten year employment anniversary award to Pat Dodson, Director of the Town's Recreation Department. Ron Phillips presented the ten year Vail belt buckle to Pat. Mayor Johnston expressed his appreciation of Pat and commended him on his length of service. At this time Ron Phillips announced that November is "It I5 My Job" Month. He stated that he had been given a cassette tape that day by Lori Aker, which goes along with the employee values the Town had adopted. The tape was a song by Jimmy Buffet, "It's My Job"; Ran played the tape. He noted afterwards that Town employees were working an emphasizing guest relations and had a goal to be the best. The second item fior discussion was the approval of the minutes of the October 7 and 21, 1986 meetings. Hermann Staufer made a motion to approve the minutes, which Kent Rose seconded. Mayor Johnston commented that he had noted a few typographical errors earlier to Brenda Chesman to be fixed. A vote was then taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-O. The next item on the agenda was a consent agenda for the following items: 1. Ordinance No. 29, Series of 1986, second reading, adopting a budget and financial plan for the Town of Vail.. 2. Ordinance No. 25, Series of 1986, second reading, providing a correction of the legal description of the ordinance annexing the Solar Crest Condominiums to the Town of Vail. 3. Ordinance No. 27, Series of 1986, second reading, amending Special` Development District 5, by incorporating a partial site and parking plan. Mayor Johnston read the full titles of the ordinances. There was no discussion by Council or the public. Gordon Pierce made a motion to approve the ordinances on second reading, and Hermann Staufer seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 4-0. The fourth item was Ordinance No. 3O, Series of 1986, first reading, amending the Commercial Core III Zane District. The full title was read by Mayor Johnston. Kristan Pritz gave background information on the ordinance and the reasoning behind the applicant's request to amend the zoning code. Hermann Staufer requested a wording change in subparagraph 0 "Commercial Storage" from "as long as it does not have..." to "as long as it does not include..." There was no other discussion. A motion to approve the ordinance with the wording change was made by Gordon Pierce, and seconded by Kent Rose. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 4-0. The next item was Ordinance No. 32, Series of 1986, first reading, requesting zoning for land previously designated as State Highway R.O.W. to a Parking District. The full title was read by Mayor Johnston. Rick Pylman explained the zoning request and the criteria for evaluation of the request. He noted that the Planning and Environmental Commission had voted for the zoning change. Jay Peterson, representing the applicant William Fleischer, requested that the item be tabled. He said that since there were only four Counci1members present and there was not a good tape recorder being used at the Library, his client would prefer to table the item until the next Evening Meeting. George Rosenberg, representing the owners of Breakaway West Condominiums, stated it was all right with them to table the item until a later date, but requested the Planning & Environmental Commission minutes be corrected in Item 2, line 5, to delete the word "not". At this time, Gordon Pierce stated he would have to abstain from voting due to a conflict of interest. Larry Eskwith explained that with this abstention, there would be no quorum to vote an the issue. Kent Rose made a motion to table the item until the next Evening Meeting, • and Hermann Staufer seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 4-0. The sixth item on the agenda was Resolution No. 29, Series of 1986, recognizing the Avon National Bank as a depository institution for Town funds. Charlie Wick explained the reasoning behind this resolution and answered questions of the Council. A motion was made by Kent Rose to approve the resolution, and Gordon pierce seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 4-0. The next item on the agenda was the Holiday Inn sign variance request. Kristan Pritz gave background information on the request, listed findings and gave reasons for staff's recommendation for approval. Frank Johnson, General Manager of the Holiday Inn, had no additional comments. There was no d15CUSSian by Council or the public. Hermann Staufer made a motion to approve the request, and Cordon Pierce seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 4-0. The eighth item was the approval of the Town Manager's employment agreement. Mayor Johnston explained and gave details of the agreement. He asked for any questions of the Council from the public, which there were none. He also noted that far the public's information, the item is in the budget and has been discussed by the Council. Hermann Staufer had a question to which Larry Eskwith responded. Gordon Pierce then made a motion to approve the agreement, which was seconded by Kent Rose, Ron Phillips stated that Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal had requested a warding change in 4.8. to read "...all Tawn of Vaii employees..." Gordon Pierce made a motion to approve the agreement with the wording change, and Kent Rose seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 4-0. There was no Citizen Participation. ~Jnder the Town Manager's report, Ron Phillips commended the Town Council applicants for attending all the Council meetings after they had submitted their nomination petitions. He noted that Pat Dodson is the first Director of the Recreation Department for the Town, and Pat now qualifies as an "old timer". Ron listed all the Recreation Department's divisions and commended Pat on the good job he's done. Mayor Johnston announced that a new contract had been negotiated with the concessionaire at the Teen Center. He stated it was due in large to Pat Dodson, and that he was impressed with Pat's forthrightness. Kent Rose also commended Pat on his hard work for the Town. Pat Dodson stated that Pam Telleen had volunteered interior decorating services for the new space at the Lionshead Parking Structure. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m, ATTEST: Pamel~~ Brandmeyer~wn Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman • Respectful~.y._su~ fitted, _ ~`"~ . ~~'``: '` Pau'1~R. Johns~~~ n; Mayor -2_ a MINUTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 18, 1886 7:30 p,m. i A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, November 18, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affeldt Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal John S1evin MEMBERS NOT PRESENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Gordon Pierce Hermann Staufer Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Rttorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal was not present at the start of the meeting. The first order of business was a ten year employment anniversary award to Preston Isom. Ron Phillips stated this item would have to be postponed until the next meeting due to the fact that Preston was out of town. The next item was the approval of the October 28, 1986 Special Meeting minutes. Eric Affeldt noted that the warding in item 1.8 should be changed from "...it should go to a vote of the people" to "...it should go through the public process". Mayor Johnston had a question on item 1.5 to which Ron Phillips responded. Kent Rose made a motion to approve the minutes as amended, and Eric Affeldt seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 4-O. The third item was Ordinance No. 30, Series of 1986, second reading, amending the Commercial Core III done District. Mayor Johnston read the title in full. Kristan Pritz explained briefly the background of the ordinance and noted that the changes requested earlier by Council had been made. There was no discussion by Council or the public. Eric Affeldt made a motion to approve the ordinance. Kent Rose seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 4-0. The next item for discussion was Ordinance No. 28, Series of 1986, first reading, amending the land Transfer Tax Chapter of the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail. The title was read in full by Mayor Johnston. Mayor Johnston stated there had been more discussion with the Board of Realtors, and the Council had decided the item should be tabled indefinitely; when it arises again, there will be more public input. Eric Affeldt asked for a straw vote of the public to see who felt the language needed to be tightened. The vote was almost unanimously "yes". The fifth item an the agenda was Ordinance No. 32, Series of 1986, first reading, concerning amendment of the zoning map for a parking district. The full title was read by Mayor Johnston. Rick Pylman gave background infnrmation on the history of the property involved in the ordinance and reasons why staff recommended approval. Jay Peterson, representing Bill Fleischer, gave additional background information on the subject and presented copies to Council of past correspondence with the Tnwn of Vail an the subject. He then gave reasons why the applicant wanted the area zoned for parking, cited cases of Colorado law pertaining to the zoning, and showed photographs of other similar areas in Vail. Peter Patten made corrections to some of Jay`s remarks and stated the Design Review Board had given a condition of approval that the parcel had to be zoned. George Rosenberg, representing the owners of Breakaway West, gave background information which disputed some of Jay Peterson's remarks. He stated he agreed with staff's comments and recommendations and gave reasons why Breakaway West owners recommended denial of the parking zone. George asked to call witnesses, which Larry Eskwith advised the Council he had the right to do. George called Don Hentschel, who was sworn by Pam Brandmeyer. Don stated he was an owner in Breakaway West and had been on the Board of Directors and an Officer . at one time. He explained the history of the area in question, and then gave his reasons why he felt the area should be landscaped and not designated for parking. Peter Patten, Director of Community Development, was then sworn, and he stated his background knowledge of the area. At this time, George Rosenberg summed up the It ti total information given and again briefly gave the reasons why he felt the application should be denied. Jay Peterson rebutted some of George's remarks, then had Bill Fleischer sworn. Mr. Fleischer answered a few questions. After Jay made a few more statements, Peter Patten made some corrections for the record. Jim Clark, on the Board of Directors of Breakaway West and representing the owners of Breakaway West, gave general comments on why they opposed the plan and why the application should be denied. Rick 5ackbauer, on the Board of Directors for Sandstone 70, stated he felt the parking lot would look bad and had questions regarding the safety of the cut through the bikepath. Joe Staufer stated he supported the Town of Vail staff. Dan Corcoran, who served an the Parking Task Force, felt that parking was reasonable and appropriate far that parcel and that it was not appropriate to look at landscaping the area. Larry Eskwith stated the Gouncil had twenty days, according to the Charter, to review the material. John Slevin made a motion to take the issue under advisement for a period of not longer than twenty days, and l=ric Affeldt seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-0. The next item on the agenda was Ordinance Na. 33, Series of 1985, first reading, requesting to amend the Municipal Gode (Arterial Business District) to add convenience food stores as a conditional use, and to restrict that use to 8,000 square feet or 33 percent of the gross building area, whichever may be more restrictive. Mayor Johnston read the title in full. Rick Pylman gave background information an the ordinance and explained what it would do. He explained the criteria used to evaluate the request and staff's recommendation for approval. ~}ay Peterson, the applicant, had no comments except that the staff had done a good job. Bill Wilto stated his concern over the traffic flaw, to which Peter Patten responded. There were no other comments made. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a motion to approve the ordinance, which John Slevin seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-O. The seventh item was Resolution No. 27, adopting the Master Land Use Plan. Peter Patten introduced the resolution, and Rick Pylman went through the major changes in the document with the Council. After some discussion by Council, there were comments made by Dan Corcoran, George Rosenberg and Diana Donavan. At this time, Rick Pylman painted out the changes made on a map. Peter Patten concluded with plan details and staff's recommendation for approval. He then thanked everyone for their hard work and commented that the citizens were the key to success in this project. Mayor Johnston and Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal commended Peter an his work and thanked the citizens for their input. Kent then made a motion to approve the resolution with the changes on pages 6, 7, 31, 34 and 55. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal seconded the motion. Gunther Hofler had a question regarding the boundaries, to which Peter Patten responded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-0. Dan Corcoran commented the p1 an was really a public document and commended the Council and staff. There was no Citizen Participation. The Tawn Manager`s Report was next. Ran Phillips noted the first annual Turkey Bowl was held last week and it produced 23 cases of food and $226 far the needy by the Fraternal Order of Police. lie stated the Cascade bikepath to the Antlers was roughed in and completed as planned for this year. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:50 p.m. Respectfully s~b~itted, hnstp~n, Mayor ATTEST: ~~~ ~~~ Pamela A. Brandmeyer, 1'~wn Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman _2_ MINUTES VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 2, 1986 7:30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, December 2, 1986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affeldt Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce John Slevin MEMBERS NOT PRESENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Hermann Staufer Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first order of business was Ordinance Na. 33, Series of 1986, second reading, requesting to amend the Municipal Gode (Arterial Business District) to add • convenience food stores as a conditional use, and to restrict that use to 8,000 square feet or 33 percent of the gross building area, whichever may be mare restrictive. Mayor Johnston read the title in full. Tom Braun gave brief background information, stated there were no changes made at first reading and that staff recommended approval. There was na discussion by Council or the public. Eric Affeldt made a motion to approve the ordinance, and Gordan Pierce seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The next item was Ordinance No. 32, Series of 1986, first reading, concerning amendment of the zoning map for a parking district. The full title was read by Mayor Johnston. He stated the Council had taken the ordinance under advisement far twenty days, and they would like to request more time to review the material. Jay Peterson agreed to two weeks from this date at the next Evening Meeting. Gordon Pierce made a motion to table the issue until the next Evening Meeting, and Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The third item was Ordinance No. 31, Series of 1986, first reading, regarding the Texas Townhome street vacation, conveyance and easement. Mayor Johnston read the title in full. Larry Eskwith explained the ordinance and quit claim deed. Me also explained the grant of easement for a portion of Tract F-2 would have to be approved by separate motion. There was na discussion by Council or the public. Gail _ Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a motion to approve the ordinance and quit claim deed. Kent Rase seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-fl. There was also no discussion by Council or the public an the grant of easement. Kent Rose made a motion to approve it, and John Slevin seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The next item far discussion was Ordinance No. 34, Series of 1986, first reading, to apply previous Town of Vail zoning to reannexed land known as Matterhorn. The title was read in full by Mayor Johnston. Kristan Pritz explained that staff was proposing the exact same zoning as was previously to the deannexed areas in question. There was no discussion by the public or Council. Gordon Pierce made a motion to approve the ordinance, which Kent Rose seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The fifth item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 35, Series of 1986, first reading, amending the Municipal Code Section "Property without a Zone Designation". Mayor Johnston read the full title of the ordinance. Kristan Pritz asked that the item be . tabled until the next Evening Meeting. Kent Rose made a motion to table the ordinance, and John Slevin seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The next item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 36, Series of 1986, first reading, a supp~iemental appropriation to the Town budget. Mayor Johnston read the title in fu'!1. Steve Barwick explained the reasoning for the appropriation. Ken Wilson had questions on why did the appropriation come out of the real estate transfer tax funds, to which Mayor Johnston, Steve Barwick and Ron Phillips responded. At this time, a motion to approve the ordinance was made by Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal, and Kent Rose seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. • The seventh item was Resolution No. 30, designating Empire Savings as a depository for Town of Vail funds. Charlie Wick explained this was the same resolution in context as the one approved earlier for making the Rvon National Bank a depository. And, as Avon National Bank, Empire Savings requires a corporate resolution to do this. There was no discussion by the public or Council. Kent Rose made a motion to approve the resolution, which Jahn Slevin seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. The next item far d15GU5Slon was Resolution No. 31, agreeing to undertake maintenance of the roads dedicated to the public at the Gold Peak Ski Base and Recreation District. Larry Eskwith stated there was a typographical error in the title which would be corrected. He then gave background information on the resolution and the reasoning for the resolution. He said he did not know the date of the agreement between Vail Associates and the Town, but would fill it in the next day. There was no discussion by the public or Council. A motion to approve the resolution was made by Gordon Pierce and seconded by Kent Rose. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. It was noted that the next item an the agenda was an error. Items 8 and 9 were one and the same. There was no Citizen Participation. The Town Manager's Report was next. Ron Phillips noted the bus ridership in November was up 10% overall and that the parking structures showed a dramatic increase in that both structures were filled Friday and Saturday over Thanksgiving weekend. He stated the real estatetransfer tax for November was $87,000 and the budget figure was $60,000. Also, the transfer tax year-to-date through November was $369,000 aver budget projections. Mayor Johnston stated there had been an Executive Session on land acquisition negotiations that afternoon at Work Session, and it had not been completed. He requested the Council to continue it at this time. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m. Respec~f,~7~l.y_ sul~r~i tted, Pa`p~"R. Johns~on~ Mayoru ATTEST: l~ ~._ ~. ~ Pamela A. Brandmeyer, To Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman -~- MIi~IlT1=S VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 16, 1985 7;30 p.m. A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, December 16, 1.986, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affeldt John Slevin Hermann Staufer MEMBERS NOT PRESENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first order of business was a ten year employment anniversary award to John Gulick, Assistant Fire Chief. Ron Phillips briefly gave John's background and the _ presented the ten year Vail belt buckle to John. Dick Duran, Fire Chief, stated it ` was a privilege to work with John and he felt Jahn was a real ambassador for the Town of Vail. Mayor Johnston commended John on his longevity. The next item was the approval of the November 4 and 18, 1985 minutes. Hermann Staufer made a motion to approve both sets of minutes, and Kent Rose seconded. A vote was taken on the November 4 minutes, and the motion passed 4-0, with Eric Affeldt abstaining due to his absence at that meeting. A vote was then taken to approve the November 18 minutes, which passed 4-0, with Hermann Staufer abstaining due to his absence at that meeting. At this time, Mayor Johnston noted there had been a Colorado Association of Ski Towns meeting last week, and he felt it was appropriate to discuss the results. He stated there would be a Winter Legislative Tour held the end of January in Durango, and a new idea, a Summer Legislative Taur, was being contemplated. Steamboat Springs had committed $10,000 to sponsor the Summer Legislative Tour, which they felt would enhance the summer program. Other topics discussed were the major expansion at Winter Park, marketing competition with Utah, the tunnel construction through Berthoud Pass, Aspen's change of attitude, and the second opening of Breckenridge's golf course next summer. He stated that Colorado is changing to take an aggressive marketing position fnr tourism. The third item was discussion of the proposed purchase of the Singletree Golf Course. Mayor Johnston reviewed what had been discussed during the Work Session that afternoon with the Avon Town Council. Roger Tilkemeier stated he believed a golf course was important to the area, but the Town should not own it; all who would benefit from it should own it. Michael Caciappo asked several questions which Council and Ron Phillips responded. Bruce Gillie, on behalf of David Kanally and as President of the VRA Lodging Committee, gave reasons why he and his associates wanted the golf course. Steve Goodling of the Marriot's Mark Resort gave some facts to support his reasons to buy the golf course. Bob Fritch, owner of the Sitzmark Lodge, gave his thoughts on the purchase; he wanted the Town to research building a new golf course, not buy part of Singletree, and asked some questions which Council answered. Jim Morter, a resident of Vail and property owner at Singletree, stated that as a resident of Vail he wanted the golf course, but as a property owner at Singletree he had concerns which he explained. Doug Bitteto, a Berry Creek property owner, had questions for the Council on why they are considering this purchase; he thinks the hotel owners should help pay because they will benefit so much. Don Hagen gave his thoughts on why he was against the purchase to be paid fnr from real estate transfer tax funds. Richard Crosby thought the purchase was not prudent at this time and gave his ideas. Craig Denton, a property owner at Berry Creek, gave his reasons for no purchase. Ken Wilson, President of the Vail Board of Real tars, stated the majority of Realtors believed it was a good idea, but had problems with the use of the real estate transfer tax fund money to pay for it. Marko Moser stated she was concerned that open space was not all purchased yet, and the Town should really look at open space here in Vail. Ken Shapiro, a Vail resident and Singletree property owner, thought the real estate transfer tax money was inappropriate for funding the purchase and 1=e1~ the lodge and hotel owners should help pay by being taxed. Eric Affeldt took a straw vote to see who was in favor of the purchase (a small group in the room) and who was not in favor (over half of the public in the room). David Kanally, representing the Uail guest and out of town property owners, asked that the Council think of how it would affect their experience. Steve Miller, a member of the Avon Tawn Council, stated both towns needed to continue a strict level of communication and keep the lines of communication open for the well being of bath municipalities and the Vail and Avon guests. Bill Wilto, a resident of Vail and a property owner at Singletree, thought the extra 30 acres would give an opportunity for the Town of Vail. Diana Donovan explained her concerns over the purchase. Jim Sheehan, a resident of .Vail and Singletree property owner, explained he thought everyone should step back and look again, there had been some good thoughts and questions brought up, and then gave his ideas on tee times and number of rounds. Al Weiss, a property owner in West Vail, stated his concerns and ideas on the golf course. Kevin Payne, a property owner at Berry Creek and President of the Western Vail Valley Resort Association, expressed his concerns over the purchase and that the Avon Town Council was still open to discussion and wanted to be included in the deal. Ken Sartland, a member of the Board of Directors of the Avon Metropolitan District, raised questions for the Council and stated his concerns. Jo Brown had questions on guests renting condominiums and not in lodges, to which Mayor Johnston responded. Jack Rush, who lives in Eagle-Vail and manages the Manor Vail Lodge, also responded to Ms. Brown's and Mr. Weiss`s questions. Michael Cacioppo had questions for the Council and reviewed statements made and then again stated his concerns. Roger Tilkemeier asked what the community would have to give up to get the golf course, to which Mayor _ Johnston stated he could not give an answer. Diana Donovan asked the Council for a ' straw vote on their feelings about the purchase. Mayor Johnston stated if he felt it would be helping the community he would vote for it, so for now he would vote yes. Hermann Staufer stated he would not be able to vote on it tonight, there were too many questions left, but he wanted to expand the shoulder seasons; if buying this golfi course would help, he probably would vote for it. Kent Rose stated he had heard so many yes's an the street than in the meeting tonight that he would be in favor of purchasing the golf course, but would not rush into it before the end of the year. John Slevin stated he was in favor of it now, that they may have to wait, but he was not concerned. Eric Affeldt stated he had received more negative than positive responses, and stated his concerns. Mayor Johnston stated he had received a memo firom Gordon Pierce favoring the purchase. Kent Rose stated he had received a memo from Gail Wahr1ich-Lowenthal favoring the purchase, but she was concerned aver using real estate transfer tax funds for the purchase. The next item, Colorado River Water Conservation District report on Denver Water Board was tabled until a later date. The fifth item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 31, Series of 1986, second reading, regarding the Texas Townhome street vacation, conveyance and easement. Mayor Johnston read the title in full. Larry Eskwith explained the ordinance and stated no changes had been requested or made at first reading. There was no discussion by Council or the public. Hermann Stauffer made a motion to approve the ordinance and quit claim deed. John Slevin seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-0, The next item was Ordinance ~o. 34, Series of 1986, second reading, to apply previous Town of Vail zoning to reannexed land known as Matterhorn. The title was read in full by Mayor Johnston. Kristan Pritz explained that staff was proposing the exact same zoning as was previously to the deannexed areas in question, and that no changes had been made at first reading. There was no discussion by the public or Council. Kent Rose made a motion to approve the ordinance, which Hermann Staufer seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-0. The seventh item for discussion was Ordinance No. 36, Series of 1986, second reading, a supplemental appropriation to the Town budget. Mayor Johnston read the title in full. Steve Barwick explained the reasoning for the appropriation and commented that the ordinance had been changed to include real estate transfer tax funds for $3,500,000 for the Singletree purchase and also that $35,000 had been added far the Dobson Ice Arena fund, to cover plans for a five day Christmas ice show. Diana ponovan expressed questions on the ordinance, which Council discussed with Steve. Don Hagen and Michael Cacioppo again stated their concerns, to which Larry Eskwith, Ron Phillips and Mayor Johnston replied. Ken Wilson asked question on the amount from the real estate transfer tax fund, to which Ron Phillips responded. After some discussion by Council, Larry Eskwith stated they could make a second reading at a Special Meeting and table the item for the evening. Ken Wilson -2- requested the Council do that. Fred Nibbercl requested the Council to take more time on the purchase. Diana Donovan stated her concerns again. At this time, a motion to table the ordinance until a Special Meeting on December 23, 1986 was made by Kent Rose, and Hermann Staufer seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 5-0. The next item was Ordinance No. 32, Series of 1986, first reading, concerning amendment of the zoning map for a parking district. The full title was read by Mayor Johnston. George Rosenberg, representing Breakaway West Condominiums, requested the ordinance be tabled until a later date, and Jay Peterson, representing Bill Fleischer, agreed. The ninth item on the agenda was Vail Associates' appeal of the Planning Commission decision denying extended use of the modular buildings at Golden Peak. Peter Patten gave background information on the buildings and staff's recommendation for denial. Joe Macy of Uail Associates introduced Nancy Nottingham, Manager of the children`s programs for UA. She explained the programs they have, which were discussed by Council, Joe Macy, Larry Lichliter, Nancy Nottingham and Larry Eskwith. Jack Rush, General Manager ofi the Manor Vail Lodge, stated his misgivings on the buildings. Joe Macy agreed with the statements made, but there had been no complaints from anyone that he was aware of, and the reasons why they needed to request the extension again. Jack Rush responded to these statements. After same discussion by Nancy Nottingham and Larry Lichliter, Kent Rose stated the Council and Vail Associates needed to have meetings to work on priorities. Ne then made a motion to approve the request with the stipulations that 1) the facility be two modular buildings in a similar configuration as now, 2) the ten conditions of staff as shown in memorandum to the Planning Commission dated November 24, 1986, and 3) the permit be granted for two years with an annual review. Mayor Johnston commented the programs were good and needed, but that two mare years would be the end of approval. tae stated that at the first year review or before, Uai1 Associates must present to Council a permanent solution. Hermann Staufer seconded the motion, but amended the third stipulation to be granted for only one year. Kent Rose then amended the motion. Michael Cacioppo asked questions of Council, to which Mayor Johnston responded. Peter Patten asked for clarification that at the annual review next summer, Uail Associates will have to bring a permanent solution to the Council. Eric Affeldt stated it was a suggestion only. Jack Rush and Michael Cacioppo made remarks, to which Joe Macy responded. A vote was taken and the motion passed ~--1, with Eric Affeldt opposing. The next item, the Ambrosia Restaurant sign variance request, was tabled until a later date. There was no Citizen Participation. The Town Manager`s Report was next. Ran Phillips stated the Nutcracker Suite was going to be shown at the Ice Arena. Monday, December 29, there would be a benefit show with an orchestra and wine tasting far $25 per person. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 11:52 p.m. Respectfully st~tnfitted, _,~-~_ .- ~~ . .. 1 ~1~---' . Jahn~~Sh, Mayor ATTEST: ~.~~~~~ Pamela A. Brandmeyer, Tf~wn Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman t -3- MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING VAIL TOWN COllNCIL DECEMBER 23, 1986 2:00 p.m. A s ecia mee ' p 1 ting of the Ua~l Town Council was held an Tuesday, December 23, X986, at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order at 2:05 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rase, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affeldt Gordon Pierce Jahn Slevin Hermann Staufer MEMBERS NOT PRESENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Gail Wahrlich-Lawentha7 Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town G1erk The first order of business was a discussion of the proposed 5ing1etree Golf Course purchase. Ran Phillips explained what steps in the negotiations had been taken to this point in time, both with the current owners of the property as well as the lodging community, in general, regarding monetary support for this purchase. The following individuals spoke on behalf of this purchase: Jack Skinner, David Kana7ly, David Gorsuch, Harry Frampton, Ken Wilson, Rob Levine, and Bruce Gillie. Those speaking against the purchase were as follows: Mike Cacioppo, Don Klinger, and Diana Donovan. Additionally, David Kanally stated $5,000 in option money had been raised through the Vail Resort Association and was available for the Town Council. After discussion, Hermann Staufer moved that the Tawn of Vail staff proceed with an expenditure of $5,000 in Town option money, such money to be used to hold the option for purchase open for an additional ninety (90) days. A second part of this motion included a request for a special council meeting to be held on the 30th of December, 1986. Gordon Pierce seconded this motion. A vote was taken with all in favor of the motion except Eric Affeldt. The next item was Ordinance No. 36, Series of 1985, second reading, an ordinance making supplemental appropriations from the Town of Vail Open Space and Capital Improvement Fund, the Dobson Ice Arena fund, and the Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund of the 1986 Budget and Financial Plan for the Town of Vail, Colorado; and authorizing the expenditures of said appropriations as set forth herein. Kent Rose made a motion to approve the ordinance, with Hermann Staufer seconding the motion. A vote was taken and the ordinance passed with all in favor except Eric Affeldt. There being na further business, the meeting was adjourned at 3:45 p.m. ATTEST: ~, ~ Pamela A. Brandmeyer, Taw~`C1erk Minutes taken by Pamela A. Brandmeyer r MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING UAIL TOWN COUNCIL DECEMBER 30, 19$6 2:00 p.m. A special meeting of the Uail Town Council was held on Tuesday, December 30, 1988, at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS NOT PRESENT: TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Affeldt Gail Wahr1ich-Lowenthal Gordon Pierce John Slevin Hermann Staufer None Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first order of business was the consideration of purchasing an option to buy the Singletree Golf Course. Ron Phillips stated the contract to purchase no longer included the following items: the swimming pool, the tennis courts, or the option to purchase an additional thirty (3O) acres in the Edwards area. Additionally, the newly negotiated price was set at $3.3 million. There being no additional information regarding the proposed purchase, Hermann Staufer made a motion to continue this special meeting to Wednesday, December 31, 1986, at 2:00 p.m. The motion was seconded by Gordon Pierce. All were in favor of this motion for continuance except Paul Johnston and Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal, both of whom voted against. • There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 2:15 p.m. ATTEST: Pamela A. Brandmeyer, Tow Clerk Minutes taken by Pamela A. Brandmeyer Respectfull Phu. "R. bmitted, • MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING VAIL TOWN COUNCIL DECEMBER 31, 1986 2:00 p.m. A s ecial meetin of e p g th Vail Town Council and continued from the previous day was called to order at 2:45 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31, 1586, in the Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor Eric Affeldt Gordon Pierce John Slevin Hermann Staufer MEMBERS NOT PRESENT: Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem Gail Wahr1ich-Lowenthal TOwN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Ron Phillips, Town Manager Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk The first order of business was a continuation of the consideration of purchasing an option to buy the Singletree Golf Course. Three documents were produced, those being, by title, an "Assignment of Option", an "Amendment of Option", and an "Amendment of Option Agreement, Exhibit B". Larry Eskwith explained that the documents to be considered were the Assignment of Option and the Amendment of Option Agreement. A discussion followed regarding the following points: 1. The $5,000 option running to February 15, 7987. 2. If the Town wished to enter into an amended option, an additional $10,000 would be required. 3. If the Town failed to close on March 1, 1987, ail option money would be last. Use of the golf course was considered next, as we11 as golf passes and operational issues. Indemnification and liquidated damages were discussed and much discussion ensued. A motion to accept the Assignment of Option, as well as the Amendment of Option Agreement, and to instruct staff to continue pursuing the details surrounding this purchase, was made by Eric Affeldt and seconded by Gordon Pierce. R vote was taken and it was unanimously approved. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 3:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ~.~ ,,,~`. y P~tr~-R: ~ohnstoja`, Mayor ATTEST: ,4. ~ r.rrn.~..~'~.~,~.~ Pamela A. Brandmeyer, Mown Clerk Minutes taken by Pamela A. Brandmeyer •