HomeMy WebLinkAbout1976 Vail Town Council MinutesMINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
TOWN COUNCIL
6 JANUARY 197b
The regular meeting of the Tawn Council of the Town of Vail,
Colorado, was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, January 6,
1976, in the Vail Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following councilmembers were present:
John F. Donovan
Kathleen Klug
Rob Ruder
William Wilto
Josef Staufer
Others present included:
Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Gene A. Smith, Special Town Attorney
With regard to the consideration of a rate increase for Cable
Television, the Mayor explained that according to the .franchise
agreement the increase was to go into effect on November I, 1975,
but was delayed because Bighorn hookups were not complete. Mr.
Dobson stated that he would check with the company within the week
to determine whether the second half of Bighorn had received service.
If so, negotiations would proceed regarding the increase of rates.
With regard to a revised business license fee to be charged to all
• persons doing business within the Town of Vail limits, it was
agreed that the fee would not be increased greatly at this time,
for the purpose of funding summer advertising. An increase would
be made to pay for the cost of administration. Councilman Staufer
suggested that $25.00 would be a reasonable fee, and that the excess
would go into the General Fund of the Town of Vail. The question
of the fee far a business license should be reviewed again next
year. The Mayor commented that alternate sources of revenue would
continue to be studied. Councilman Staufer rr~ ved to change the fee
to $25.DD, then withdrew his motion, and stated that there should
be an ordinance at the next meeting of the Town Council. The Town
Council then agreed to instruct the staff to prepare an ordinance
concerning the matter.
With regard to the construction of a crossing on the interstate
between Lionshead and Sandstone 7D, the Town Council decided to
solicit a design team to prepare both an underpass and an overpass
study. Local architects, or architects within the State o.f Colorado,
would be encouraged to submit applications for the project. The
Town of Vail will also be using the consulting services of Briscoe,
Murray, Maphis and Lamont. Selection is desired to take place within
two weeks, so that construction might begin during the summer of 1976.
The entire project may take two summers.
With regard to an appropriation request to study the need fox a con-
vention centex in the community, the Town Council agreed to check
out various study firms.
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Regular Meeting
~7anuary 6 , 1976
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With regard to a request for a smoking section designation
for the Council Chambers during public meetings, the Mayor
commented that after study of the matter ane side of the
Chambers would be for smokers, the other side for non-smokers.
With regard to problems in the village core concerning the
parking and ticketing of service vehicles, the Mayor commented
on his concern about the abuse of the privilege given service
vehicles to park in the core while working on a project ar
delivering goods. He noted that the staff would consult with
the police department to solve the problem. Councilman Donovan
commented that a few weeks ago he had suggested a core rover.
The town manager stated that this had been done, and commented
that perhaps parking permits should be instituted. Councilwoman
Klug remarked that perhaps a note on the windshield should be
Left by a serviceman stating the job he was working on. Council-
man Donovan further commented that there is a need far someone,
not an officer, to patrol the area on foot, eight hours per day.
Officer Dave Bustos commented that Councilman Donovan `s idea
was a goad one and that parking policy in the core must be con-
sistent. Councilman Ruder suggested using a time-stamped sticker
to be handed out at Checkpoint Charley. Councilman Donovan said
that each vehicle requesting to enter the core should be stopped.
With regard to a street encroachment by Caxomba, Diana Toughill
explained that the residents have requested permission to build
a fence on an existing retaining wall as a safety measure. Part
of the property in question is on Town of Vail property. Council-
man Wilto moved to approve the request; Councilman Donovan seconded
the motion; all present voted in favor with Councilman Ruder ab-
staining; and the motion carried.
With regard to the consideration of Voucher Lists for the month
of November, 1975, Councilman Ruder voted to approve them;
Councilman Wilta seconded the motion; aII present voted in favor;
and the motion carried.
TOWN MANAGER REPORTS
The town manager commented on the usage of the Vail Transportation
Center, noting that 32,000 vehicles used the parking structure .in
December, I975. Parking revenues are up 26i over last winter;
Bighorn and Sandstone bus usage is up 6i; municipal shuttlebus is
up I7~. He reported that there had been 16,500 on the biggest
day yet this year and commended Bob Manzanares and Skip Gordon for
their good work.
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Ms. Carol Richards commented that the cars are travelling too fast
on the road to Timber Falls. The town manager commented that he
would check with the Director of_ Public Works about the matter and
have him contact Ms. Richards.
As there was no further business, the meeting was a journed at 9:00 PM.
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MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
20 JANUARY 1976
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail,
Colorado, was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, January 20,
1976, in the Vail Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following councilmembers were present:
John F. Donovan
Kathleen Klug
Bob Ruder
Bill Heimbach
Bill Wilto
Others present included:
Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Stanley F. Bernstein, Finance Director
Gene A. Smith, Special Town Attorney
Larry Rider, Special Counsel
ORDINANCE No. 1-76, regarding an annual business license fee,
was introduced on first reading. The Mayor noted that the fee
would be $25.00; Councilman Heimbach commented that enforcement
is important. After some discussion, Councilman Ruder moved
to approve the ordinance on first reading; Councilman t~filto
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion
carried. The Town Clerk was then instructed to have the ordi-
nance published on first reading.
ORDINANCE No. 2-76, amending the zoning ordinance by establishing
a parking zone district, was introduced on first reading. Ms.
Diana Toughill, of the Community Development Department, explained
that the new zone is designed to allow conditionally for recreational
uses. Tt applies primarily to parcels of land near Golden Peak
which have been requested to be used for parking only. Parking
would be the only permitted use. Councilwoman Klug moved to
"` approve the ordinance on first reading; Councilman Donovan seconded
• the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
The Town Clerk was then instructed to have the ordinance published
an first reading.
ORDINANCE No. 3-76, imposing an excise tax on ski lifts, was
presented as an informational document only at this time. Larry
Rider noted that the ordinance would change the voluntary tax to a
mandatory tax. After some discussion, the town manager commented
that the ordinance makes a gentleman's agreement a legal, binding
document. The ordinance will be presented on first reading at the
next regular meetin~;of the Town Council on February 3, 1976.
A member of the audience commented that the purpose of the ordi-
nance should be stated more clearly in light of future changes in
ski lift charges.
Minutes/Regular Meeting
January 20, 1976
Page Two
RESOLUTION No. 1-7b, requesting membership for the Vail Public
Library in the Three Rivers Library System, was introduced and
then explained by Ms. Charlyn Costello, Librarian. She commented
that by belonging to the System, the Vail Library would have a
vote in determining how monies are spent in this area. Councilman
Donovan moved to approve the resolution; Councilman Wilto seconded
the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
The Town Clerk was then instructed to have the resolution published
once in the local newspaper.
With regard to a Motion to ratify the lease between the Tawn of
Vail and Avis Rent-a-Car, Inc. in the Vail Transportation Center,
the town manager outlined the salient points of the lease. The
lease provides Avis with 100 square feet of space at $100 per
month, for 50 parking spaces, and an additional charge of 10% of
gross. Councilman Donovan moved to ratify the aforementioned
lease; Councilman Ruder seconded the motion; all present voted
in favor; and the motion carried.
With regard to a Motion concerning a request for a rate increase
by CATV, Mr. Erwin Bachrach, manager of the local office, commented
on the request. He stated that the questionnaire required by the
collateral agreement would go out to the subscribers with the
next month's billing. Loren Mall, attorney for Manor Vail, was
present and commented regarding a list of outstanding items in
the collateral agreement. He stated that there should be no rate
increase until all of the items are completed. Several citizens
were present and voiced opposition to any rate increase at this
time. The town attorney stated that the town council must deter-
mine whether the tv cable company is in substantial compliance
with the terms of the franchise and collateral agreement.
Councilmen Ruder and Heimbach opposed a rate increase. Mayor
Dobson and Councilman Donovan were in favor of a provisional
increase. Councilman Donovan moved to approve an increase effective
March 1, 1976, if terms of the collateral agreement are met by that
date; Councilman Wilto seconded the motion. In a poll of the
council, Councilmen Donovan, Wilto and Dobson approved the motion;
Councilwoman Klug voted against; Councilmen Heimbach and Ruder
voted against; the motion was defeated on a tie vote. Councilman
Heimbach then moved to deny the GATV request due to lack of com-
pliance; Councilman Ruder seconded the motion; Councilman Donavan
voted against the motion; Councilmembers K1ug, Wilto, Ruder and
Heimbach voted in favor of the motion; Mayor Dobson voted against
the motion; the motion to deny the rate increase was thus approved.
The town staff was then directed to send a letter to CATV asking
them to respond to the points in question, and to send out the
required survey.
With regard to an avalanche report concerning the Abe Shapiro
property in East Vail, Art Meers of the Colorado Geological Survey,
was present to report on the results of the study. Mr. Shapiro
commented that the report has been submitted to the Planning
Commission and Town Council ~ the Town Council had not received
their copies of the report, however - copies were supplied during
the meeting. The study concerns five lots in the Bighorn Sub-
division for which building permits have been sought. Mr. Meers
reported that the land is in a Moderate Hazard area, and that
certain design criteria should be required far building on the
property. Lots 1 through 5, Block 5 and Lat 9, Bighorn Subdivision
are the parcels in question. The study showed that Lots 4 and 5
have low probability of avalanche and should be disregarded for
design purposes. Lots 1,2,3, and 9 need special design criteria.
~-A~ Both the town staff and the Planning Commission have recommended
acceptance of the avalanche study. The Town Council deferred a
decision until they could study the report thoroughly.
Minutes/Regular Meeting
January 20, 1976
Page Three
With regard to an avalanche report for the King Arthur`s Court
property, Ron Halley, avalanche consultant, was present to
explain the findings of his study to the council. Jay Peterson,
representing the Silver State Bank portion of the property in
question, noted for the record that his client had worked out a
solution to the problem; that additional information is to be
submitted in written form to the Town for further consideration.
Mr. Halley gave a general presentation of the avalanche hazard
concerning King Arthur's Court; no action was taken by the Town
Council at the meeting. The client requested that they submit additional
engineering data and defense strategies before the Town Council takes
action in the matter.
TOWN MANAGER REPORTS
With regard to the arc hitectura1 competition concerning the I-70
pedestrian/bicycle crossing, the town manager noted that seven
architectural firms had formally indicated an interest in the project.
Selection would be made by the Town Council within the next ten days.
As there was no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 11:25 PM.
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MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
~- VAIL T0~lN COUNCIL
3 FEBRUARY 1976
7:30 P.M.
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail,
Colorado, was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, February 3,
1976, in the Vail Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor Jahn Dobson and the fallowing council members were present:
Bi 11 I~eimbach
Kathleen Kiug
Bob Ruder
Joseph Staufer
Bill Wilto
Others present included:
• Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Cene A. Smith, Special Town Attorney
With regard to the Avalanches Report for the Ave Shapiro property
in East Vail Diana Toughill of the Community Development Depart-
ment, briefly recited the items of significance in the report.
(Tape inaudible). Councilman Wilto moved to approve the report as
submitted as approval is recommended by the Planning Commission
and the town staff; Councilman Heimbach seconded the motion; all
present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
With regard to a request by CATV fora rate increase, Jim Lamont of
the Community Development Department presented the state of the
current negotiations on the two points not previously agreed upon.
He read into the record:
l.A representative of CTI and the Town of Vail will conduct inven-
tory during the month of May, 1976, of improperly installed lines and
necessary repairs and revegetation as provided for in the franchise.
2. A map will be prepared identifying all work which needs to be
accomplished during 1976.
• 3. A work schedule will be drafted which will generally guide the
time which the work will be completed with a final date to be no
later than November 15, 1976.
4~. Bimonthly meetings will be held to discuss progress being made
by CTI during the construction season.
5. The Town shall, by August 1, 1976, or as soon thereafter is
appropriate, determine that work which is not proceeding satisfac-
torily may elect to {help? word inaudible.) installations of the lines
itselves as well as make any other work it deemes necessary, accor-
ding to the Town's franchise and collateral agreemement. The Town
would then bill CTI for work that it would complete for CTI and that
CTI would reimburse the Town for the work completed by the close of
the calendar year.
6. Two weeks prior to the Town of Vail commencing any such work as
deemed necessary it must give notice to CTI and CTI has the option
to complete the work itself. This would be drawn up into a contractual
agreement which would be entered into by the Town of Vail and CTI.
Jim Lamont stated that with the agreements spelled out above that the
cable television company had substantially complied with the franchise
and collateral agreement and recommended support of the rate of increase
request.
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Councilman Wilto moved that the rate increase, effective March 1,
1976, subject to the signing by the representatives of the cable
television company and the Town of Vail prior to that time be
approved; Councilwoman Klug seconded the motion; all present
voted in favor; and the motion carried.
ORDTNANCE No. 1-76, regarding an annual busi.nes.s license fee, was
introduced on a second reading. Councilman Ruder moved to approve
ORDINANCE No. 1-76 on second reading; Councilman Wilto seconded
the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion.car.ried..
ORDINANCE No. 2-76, regarding amending the zoning ordinance con-
cerning a parking zone district, was introduced on a second
reading. Councilman Staufer moved to approve ORDINANCE No, 2-76
on second reading; Councilman Ruder seconded the motion; all
present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
ORDINANCE No. 3--76, regarding adopting a personnel merit system and
,, salary schedule for Town of Vail employees, was introduced on a
first reading. Terry Minger, Town Manager, explained the rational
behind adopting a formal ordinance regarding the personnel system.
Funding has been provided by primarily by an Intergovernmental
Personnel Act assisted with personnel from the University of Colorado.
Councilman Heimbach moved to approve on the first reading the adoption
of a personnel merit system and salary schedule; Councilman Wilto
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion
carried.
RESOLUTION No. 2-76, expressing appreciation for quality of construc-
tion and environmental concern of the I-70 corridor aver Vail Pass,
was removed from the agenda by Mayor Dobson because at least two council
people hadn`t had time to study and respond to it.
TOWN MANAGER REPORTS
With regard to the I-7O highway crossing study, Terry Minger reported
that the architectural firm-of Pierce, Briner, & Fitzhugh Scott had
been chosen for the design and that Claire Cooper-Marcus was scheduled
to arrive in town this week to study the sociological impact of the
bridge.
With a regard of a growth management plan, Terry Minger presented a
philosophical document as to the rational of adopting such a plan.
Specific goals of a plan were described. Mayor Dobson voiced support
from the council of such a project.
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Tn regard to a question asked from the audience as to the status of
the paving of East Vail streets, Mayor Dobson responded by saying that
a report was given at the previous Town Council meeting. Terry Minger
proposed a tentative administrative hearing an the paving district to
be on the 17th of February, and to get Sam Mafis at the meeting.
Councilwoman Klug brought attention to a specific number of very dangerous
potholes in the local roads, wondering if any temporary fill could be
attempted. .Mayor Dobson responded by saying he was aware of the problem.
Kent Rose, Director of Public Works, said that he has requested a fill
service from the Highway Department.
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Councilman Ruder requested that special hearing should be advertised
more than in a 1ega1 notice in the local papers. He suggested that
special attempts be made to notify property owners who don't reside
in the community if their property would be affected by any Tegisla-
ti on .
As there was no further businees,
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MINUTES
. SPECIAL MEETING
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
FEBRUARY i0, 7976
The special meeting of the Town Caunci1 of the Town of Vail
convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, February 10, 7976, in the
Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building.
Mayor John Dobson and the fol1awing council members were
present:
Jahn Donavan Bill Heimbach
Kathleen K1ug
Bob Ruder
Joseph Staufer
Bi11 Wilto
Also present were:
• Gene Smith, Special Town Attorney
Larry Rider, Special Counsel
Mayor Dobson called the meeting to order and then explained
that the purpose of the special meeting, vrhich had been adver-
tised in the 1oca1 paper, The Vail Tra~1 as shown in the attached
document, was to adopt an ordinance to impose zoning districts
on the Lionsridge area annexed to the Town and to amend the Offi-
cial Zoning Map and to adapt ordinances creating three Special
Development Districts.
Mayor Dobson outlined the procedure for discussion; staff will
present a report, public statements will be invited, and then
the council will comment and take action.
Jim Lamont, head of the Community Development Department for the
Town of Vail, stated that the provisions for public hearings are
provided for in the Town of Vail Zoning Ordinance Sections 27400
and 21500: that according to those provisions a preliminary hear-
ing had been held prior to the annexation election on December 4,
1975. On January 22, 1976, the Planning Commission made recommen-
. dations to the council on these ordinances. Tonight's meeting is
to introduce and have the reading of three special ordinances and
an ammendment of zoning map, A second hearing is scheduled to be
held on March 2, 1976.
Mr. Lamont then read the Zoning Ordinance section 1.100, points
1 through 11.
The Town Council and the Planning Commissions attitude on imposing
zoning on newly annexed territory was explained: Vail Village and
Vail Lionshead are high density commercial and residential centers
with outlying areas being of ]ow density residential and agriculture.
Two points of concern were stated in regard to future development;
impact of development on existing environment and urban services.
Diana Taughil1 of the Community Development Department for the Town
of Vail showed maps and described the location, size, and the Plan-
ning Commission's recommended zoning far the property, noting that
different densities and uses were color coded.
Jim Lamont stated that his procedure would be to go through each of
the three special development districts and explain the original zoning
and then the Planning Commission's recommended zoning and explain the
"why".
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ORDINANCE NO. 5-76, pertaining to the establishment of a Special
Development District 4 and amending the zoning ordinance and the
official zoning map, was introduced on first reading. Paul Sc~~lauch
(last name not distinct on tapes}, attorney, was present as re-
presenting Gore Creek Associates, and stated that he was prepared
to abide by the judgement of the Planning Commission as he felt the
recommended zoning revisions were as his client understood that they
would be. He anticipated that his client would return as they pre-
pared specific development plans to request variances to allow their
project to develop reasonably, Mr.Schlauchpresented a legal document
to Larry Rider, Special Council to the Town of Vail, and described
to the public in layman's terms, its contents.
Mayor Dobson asked Mr. Rider to be prepared to again explain to the
council when it came time to vote, what the document was saying.
. There was a request from the audience to the Mayor that the minutes
from the Planning Commission Hearing of November 26, 1975, and. the
minutes from the Council Meeting of December 4, 1975, be made part
of this record as it would make staff presentations from those meet-
ings part of the official record. Bi11 Lamont, private consultant
to the Town of Vail, expressed the opinion that all steps, drafts,
phasing, of proposals have gone through preliminary work that couldn't
always be included with each presentation.
Councilman Donovan spoke at some length on his philosophy and the one
he hoped the Council would adopt towards density transfers. To make
his point clear he asked Jim Lamont to explain density transfer using
specific property and numbers.
Councilman Staufer expressed concern over the Tawn solicitying support
for annexation and then immediately using that same property to imple-
ment a new policy on density transfers. DiscUSSion ensued regarding
the philosophy of how to deal fairly and equally with different devel-
opers.
Mr. Rider went over the proposed amendment, referring to specific pages
. of the document which the council had, explaining the different points
that had been discussed,
moved
Councilman Donovan/that Ordinance No, 5-76, as amended, as outlined by
Mr. Rider, be approved upon first reading; Councilman Wilto seconded
the motion; all present voted aye with the exception of one; and the
motion carried.
ORDINANCE 6-76, an ordinanceestabiishing Special Development District
5 and amending the zoning ordinance and the official zoning map, was
introduced on a first reading. This involves property owned by Lions-
ridge Limited. Jim Lamont defined the location, size, and presented
a legal document which summarized the Planning Commission's review and
recommendation of proposed ordinance. Some of the proposed zoning was
used to describe the generally philosophy towards the development of the
district.
Mr. Rider questioned the council as to whether or not they had received
the ordinance prior to the meeting, hoping to reduce the time needed to
go over it point by point.
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REVERSE SIDE COMING THROUGH: TWO SOUND TRACKS AT ONCE AND THE
BACKWARDS TRACK IN PREDOMINANT.
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An attorney far the property owners presented their development plans
for the property which they had developed in compliance with the ori-
ginal zoing, pointing at specifics which don't comply with the proposed
ordinance. He concluded by saying that he was not able then to accept
the proposed ordinance, pointing out that his client had assumed that
the town staff's zoning recommendations,when asking for support for the
Lionsridge annexation, had been the model far the final zoning process.
He suggested alternative zoning which would arrive at the same planning
goals but would also allow his client to develop their property as they
had planned.
LONG SECTION WITH NOTHING AUDIBLE.
The council responded to the lawyers presentation.- The council was
• divided on their position. Mayor Dobson stopped the debate. Mr.
Rider said that the council must amend or revise the special district
ordinance before they could proceed to the traditional zoning,
A motion was made and seconded, (actual motion not audible) and a
roil call vote was taken but not audible as to replies: outcome
inaudible.
ORDINANCE 7-76, an ordinance establishing Special Developr~ent_.gis..t~'ict
6 and amending the zoning ordinance and the official zoning map, was
presented on first reading.
Vince Turner, an attorney representing the property owner and developer,
stated that he didn't feel authorized to agree to the proposed ordinance
in whole, that development area A was acceptable but development area
B was not. Mr. Rider and Mr. Turner discussed the legal course of action
in such a situation.
It was moved (inaudible by whom) that Lots 6,7,$,9, and a portion of
10, Block C, ......(reaaing part of motion inaudible); Councilman
Donovan seconded the motion; a vote was taken but specifics were
. ~ inaudible; and Mayor Dobson stated that the motion stands apposed.
Inaudible portion; Mayor Dabsan entertained a motion to approve unheard
recommendation; Councilman Wilto made the motion as stated; Councilman
Donovan seconded it; all present voted in favor of the motion; and
the motion passed,
Steve Mullen, President of Mountain Properties, which is the main developer
of A-3 accepted area and the area above it, spoke as to the developer's
plans and presented an architect with their preliminary sketches.
The council raised the question of the policy of discussing zoning for
proposed development when the developer doesn't presently own all the
property involved.
The council stated that they felt they were obligated to zone each parcel
based on the facts they presently had but encouraged any developer to
return with a specific proposal after he owned the property. Specifically,
then the council would consider making a special development district out
of parcels A-1 and A-2.
It was moved to zone A-3 in the Lionsridge annexation as agricultural
as recommended by the Planning Commission, (inaudible as to by whom);
Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; a vote was taken but ayes and
nayes were inaudible; and the motion passed.
Several councilpersons wanted to again encourage the developer to re-
turn with his specific proposal at which time discussion could open.
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A motion was made and seconded to zone A-1 and A-2 residential
cluster, (specific motion and by whom inaudible); all present
voted in favor; and the motion passed.
Councilman Donovan moved to zone, specifics inaudible, the 9 acres
agricultural; the motion was seconded by (inaudible}; all
present voted in favor; and the motion passed.
Mr, Lamont presented A-8 and A-9, describing the amount of acreage
in each parcel, the owner's request for zoning, and the Planning
Commission's recommendation for zoning.
Councilman Donovan moved that A-8 and A-9 be zoned residential
cluster, (much of motion inaudible); Councilman Ruder seconded
the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion passed.
Councilman Ruder moved to zone A-7 low density multi family;
Councilwoman Klug seconded the motion; a17 present voted in
favor; and the motion passed.
Mr. Lamont presented the property owned by Nottingham, described
its present development status, and gave the Planning Commission's
zoning recommendation. Discussion inaudible.
Councilman Donavan moved that parcel {inaudible) be zoned agri-
cultural; the motion was seconded by (inaudible); all present
voted in favor; and the motion passed.
Mr. Lamont presented B-1 and B-2, Snow Lion, describing the amount
of acreage in each parcel, the present development status, and the
Planning Commission's zoning recommendation. Council comments
inaudible..
Councilman Donovan moved to zone it as recommended by the Planning
Commission; Councilman Staufer seconded the motion; all present
• voted in favor; and the motion .passed,
Mr. Lamont presented Sandstone 70, owned by Dudley Abbot, described
the size of the parcel, site development status, the owner's zoning
request, and the Planning Commission's zoning recommendation.
Discussion followed. A presentation either by the owner or counsel
representing the owner (inaudible) included the proposed development
of the site. Discussion followed regarding the owner's request and
the Planning Commission's recommendation; the problem of such a radi-
cal difference of zoning densities provoking much comment.
A motion was made, (by whom and specific motion inaudible}, to
zone parcel in question low density multi. family; Councilman Donovan
seconded the motion; voting was interrupted to again discuss the
ethics of leading an owner to believe one thing as to the future
zoning of a parcel and then reducing the density in the final pro-
posal; a roll call vote was taken (inaudible); and the outcome of
the vote in inaudible.
Mr, Rider proposed a motion for summary: Ordinance No. 7-76, as
amended by the following: 1. Changing all references therein from
Lots C-6 though C-71 consisting of 8.$~ acres to Lots 11 and the
S.E. portion of Lot C-10, consisting of 2.54 acres 2. Changing
all references in Ordinance No. 7-76 to development area A to S.D. 6
3. Striking all references in Ordinance 7=76 to development area B
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4. Striking all references in Ordinance No. 7-76 as to requirements
of an approved development plan 5. Amending Ordinance No. 7-7b as
to the establishment of businesses (inaudible)...property of develop-
ment is presently existing and there wi11 no further development thereon.
Mr. Rider's outline was moved for approval {inaudible as to by whom);
seconded by Councilman Heimbach; all present voted in favor; and the
motion passed.
Councilman Heimbach moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 7-76 as
amended; Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; ail present voted
in favor; and the motion passed.
Mr. Lamont presented {inaudible) which. he did in block, describing
the acreage of the sites, present development status, and the Planning
Commission's zoning recommendation.
Councilman Donovan moved to adopt {inaudible) as outlined by Jim
Lamont tonight and as recommended by the Planning Commission;
Councilman Staufer seconded the motion; all present voted in favor;
and the motion passed.
Mr. Lamont present the McAllister parcel, (specifics inaud7ble).
Councilman Wilton moved to accept the recommendation of the Planning
Commission; Councilman Donavan seconded the motion; all voted in
favor with the exception of Councilman Ruder who abstained; and the
motion passed.
Councilman Heimbach moved to approve the zoning district maps with
the amendments as to Lots C-1 through Lots C-5 from Special Develop-
ment District No. 5 to res. clusterC-5 through C-92 from Special
Development District No. (rest inaudible}: Councilman Donavan
seconded the motion: a roll call vote was taken; Councilman Staufer,
yes; Councilman Donovan, approve; Councilman Heimbach, approve;
Councilwoman Kiug, approved with the exception of extension of C-E
through (inaudible); Councilman Wilto, (inaudible response}, with
the {inaudible} piece of property be7inging to (inaudible); and the
motion passed ~,rith the exception noted.
Mr. Rider then read the Ordinance No. 4, series of 197fi, (inaudible);
Councilman Heimbach moved acceptance; Councilman Staufer seconded the
motion; all present voted in favor; and :the motion passed.
As there was no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 2:30 a.m.
-~ ATTEST:
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Town Cerk
PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the provisions of the
Home Rule Charter for the
given that a vacancy will
Commission for the Town o
be submitted in a written
any interested parties on
March, 1976.
Town of Vail, notice is hereby
be filled on the Planning
f Vail. Applications should
form to the Town Clerk by
or before the 1st day of
Dated this 11th day of February, 1976.
TOjYN OF VAIL
By i
Town Clerk "~
Published in the Vail Trail neswpaper on February 13, 1976.
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SPECIAL MEETING
NOTICE TS HERESY GIVEN that there wi71 be a
Special Meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail,
Colorado, on Tuesday, February 10, 7976, at 7:30 P.M „
in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building.
The purpose of the Special Meeting is to adopt
an ordinance to impose zoning districts on the Lionsridge
area annexed to the Town and to amend the Official
Zoning Map and to adopt ordinances creating three
Special Development Districts.
Any interested parties are encouraged to attend
this Special Meeting.
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REGULAR MEETING
. FEBRUARY 17, 1976
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail,
Colorado, was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, February 17, 1976,
in the Vail Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following council members were present:
John Donovan
Bi17 Heimbach
Kathleen Klug
Bob Ruder
Joseph Staufer
Bill Wilto
Also present were:
Larry Rider, Special Town Counsel
Terrell Minger, Town Manager
• Sam Maphis, civil engineer from Briscoe, Maphis, Murray & Lamont
ORDINANCE NO. 3-76, adopting a personnel merit system and salary
schedule for Town of Vail employees, was introduced on second
reading. The Mayor commented that the ordinance has been studied
in depth by the Town Council and the town staff and was approved
on first reading. Councilman Wilto moved to approve the ordinance
on second reading; Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; all
present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
Mayor Dobson moved that pursuant to Section 12S of ORDINANCE N0.
1~-74, the service charges designated therein as "Effective as of
November 1, 1975 {subject to satisfaction of applicable provisions
of collateral agreements)" wiT1 become effective on March 1, 1376,
inasmuch as the franchisee has substantially fulfilled the requi-
site obligations pertaining to said charges, provided that the fran-
chise delivers to the Town of Vail, Colorado, before March 1, 1976,
its written waiver as to an increase in said charges for the period
November 1, 1975, through February 29, 1976, and its acceptance of
said charges commencing on March 1, 7976.
Councilman Donovan moved acceptance of the
February 5, 1976, Letter Agreement between
meat the November 1, 1976 rate schedule as
Gilman Heimbach seconded the motion; all
and the motion carried.
motion as stated in the
TOV and CTI to imple-
of March 1, 1976; Coun-
present voted in favor;
In regard to the lease agreements for the Vail Transportation Cen-
ter with the Vail Resort Association, Vail Cab Company, and Otto
Stork for the Deli Depot, Terrell Minger, Town Manager, explained
the that he was requeseting lease agreements which the council had
authorized him to negotiate: the lease with the Vail Cab Company
is not yet ready. Mr. Minger defined the specific terms of each
lease; the financial agreement and any special conditions.
Councilman Ruder moved to ratify the Vail Resort Association and
the Otto Stork-Deli Depot leases; Councilwoman Klug seconded the
motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
PRESENTATTONS
Mayor Dobson added a presentation in regard to a conditional use
permit requested from Mountain Music for additional space above the
area where they are now.
Duna Toughill of the Community Development Department of the Town
of Vail outlined the situation, the staff recommendation, and the
zoning and Planning Commissions recommendations as the council hadn't
gone over this request in council work session. Mayor Dobson reiter-
ated that there was unanimous approval from the zoning and Planning
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Commissions.
Councilman tiJilto moved that the conditions as outlined for Mountain
Music be granted; Councilman Ruder seconded the motion; all present
voted in favor; and the motion carried.
Tn regard to the presentation concerning certain details of a proposed
Special Paving District for Bighorn, Mr. Minger explained that the
purpose was to explain what they think the approach to the paving
project should be plus an opportunity for the council to listen to
the public's attitude toward or opinions on the project before draft-
ing the final process.
Mr. Minger presented the Town of Vail's paving history, establishing
that the precedent for special paving districts had been set very
early in the Town's history. He reported on the subcommittee's find-
ings; that they felt that over the next two or three years the five
bridges in B;i~ghorn would have to be replaced, two being presently un-
safe and the other three in the hundred year flood plain. So part
of this project would be to bring up the macadam surface plus install
culverts plus drainage as well as the replacement of five-bridges.
They recommend to the council, though, that the cast of the bridges
which they estimate to be at the most $125,000, be paid for by the
Town of Vail which could come from the open space capital improvement
fund.
{~1r. Minger said that the subcommittee had been using a group of con-
sultants, Briscoe, Maphis, Murray & Lamont to help put together a
paving district, and that Sam Maphis, a civil engineer with much ex-
perience in paving districts, was present to go through with the
public the methodology used in creating a paving district and then
the explanation of the proposed assessment project that they recom-
mended for our particular case.
Mr. Maphis used a color coded map to show the roadways under discus-
sion and to point out the location of the five bridges. He described
the details of laying base, putting in surface, and the possible
. affects on the side of the roads plus .the plans for grades of approaches
to bridges and highways and the width of the roadways; explaining
the whys of all the steps, He detailed the various ways of assessing
property owners and the pros and cons of each. He then made a recommen-
dation based on Bighorn's situation: the best would be to equate all
of the land uses in the area, there are five of them, and divide them
equally.. He supported this choice with an explanation and citing
useage studies that have been conducted.
The process was explained in mare detail: each property would be diT
vided by the maximum number of units allowable by zoning which gives
a certain number of appraisal units. The proposed paving costs were
then divided by the-total number of appraisal units which produced an
equivalent unit paying $650.00. To finance the entire project a bond
should be set up with a payout over an acceptable period and then the
individual property owners could elect to pay the entire sum at one
time orpay in increments which would be an interest plus principle
figure.
The project requires at least 51% of the equivalent units to vote in
_ favor of the project: if affirmative, then a preliminary hearing
• would be set, (further explanation inaudible).
We are now in a preliminary role where the council approves the dis-
trict and sets it up and says who owes what. Specific details of a
step by step getting it actually paved was gone over.
Discussion followed. After many questions, the Mayor summarized that
the goal of this meeting was to get a feeling as to whether we're on
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the right track essentially and then face more specific questions and
problems at a later meeting. In questioning whether that sense of
approval was there there were no major objections.
Mr. Maphis then outlined that there should be a meeting with a few
representatives from the proposed district to set up a more specific
schedule and then hold a public hearing, Mayor Dobson suggested that
Kent Rose, Director of Public Works for the Town of Vail, could work
out the different sections of the district and see who could repre-
sent them and then set up meeting.
Mayor Dobson said as there didn't seem to be any objections, they
would pursue as discussed.
In regard to a proposed Vail Associates and U.S. Forest Service land
trade, Roger Tilkemeier from Vail Associates, explained that the trade
• ~. :~. involved approximately 240 acres owned by Vail Associates
and 140-some owned by the Forest Service. Vail Associates land is
two 80 acre parcel. in the homestead parcels in the Cross Creek area
and 80 acres on North Antholz property near Spraddle Creek. The
Forest Service property is adjacent to the Vail Associates Potato
Patch development and a l0 acre parcel on which the Vail- Metropoli-
tan Recreation District':s golf course maintenance building is situated,
which is now there on a special use permit. Mr. Tilkemeier said they
would be glad to add any other land parcels into the requested trade
if there was something that the Town of Vail would be interested in.
Mr. Minger read a letter he had drafted which stated support of the
trade in the public interest and specific annexing and zoning actions
the Town would take for each traded parcel. The letter would be sent
only with the approval of the council and the Planning Commission.
Councilman
containing
parcels.
Councilman
outlined;
voted in f
Donovan suggested striking the second part of the letter
the specific legal details of annexing and zoning the
Wilto moved to endorse the letter which Mr. Minger had
Councilman Heimbach seconded the motion; all present
avor; and the motion passed.
In regard to the feasibility of acquiring the Katsos property for the
dvelopment of a golf course, Mayor Dobson said that the matter has
been discussed informally for some time among the council and with
Vail Associates. The Katsos property is situated between the east
end of the golf course and the west end of Bighorn. He said that
Ben Krueger had made preliminary studies for the Recreation District
and that it seemed that a nine hole executive size golf course could
be accommodated there. The Mayor said that the council had unanimously
agreed to proceed with the studies for such a use of that land, but
that many questions remained unanswered as to the feasibility. Vail
Associates has given the Town until July 1, 197, to study this project.
Regarding the consideration of Highway Crossing Goals and Objectives
and construction deadlines, Mr. Minger gave a progress report. A
meeting with the design team had produced a list of fourteen objec-
tives which he then read to solicit any public opinion, pro or can,
They are involved with preparing designs far crossing at different
points; they are going to prepare a slide show which would solicit
• feelings of space perception which they would show to adults and
children both; and that the highway department had said that even
though the grant has been approved, $350,000 in conjunction with
80% matching funds, progress must proceed in a "timely fashion" or
thane funds could be allocated to another project.
Kent Rose outlined a tentative schedule which would get the project
going.
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In regard to a discussion of the Vail Ski Museum status and financing,
Mayor Dobson reported that the council had not yet worked out the
details so it would be brought up at the next meeting.
In regard to discussion with Larry Livingston., a planner and attorney
who worked on the original Vail Plan, he is back fora two day staff
session regarding zoning and the proposed Growth Management plan for
the Gore Valley.
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
In regard to George Kurronen's concern about dogs on the golf course,
Mr. Minger represented his feelings by saying his concern was about
the dogs on the cross-country path.
As there was no further business,
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the meeting was ad,~ourned.
• MINUTES
VAIL TOWN CQUNCZL
REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 2, 1976
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vaii,
Colorado, was convened at 7:3Q P.M. on Tuesday, March 2, 7976,
in the Vail l~uni~ci'pa1 Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following council members were present:
John Donovan
Bill Heimbach
Kathleen K1 ug
Bob Ruder
Joseph Staufer
Bill Wi1to
Also present were:
Gene Smith, Specil Town Cauncii
Larry Rider, Town Attorney
Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Sam Maphis, Briscoe, Murray, Maphis, and Lamont
E1 don Beck, Royston, Hanamoto, Beck & Abbey
Gordon Pierce, Pierce Briner & Fitzhugh Scott Rrchitects & Planners
{The tape began after the official opening of the meeting)
Jim Lamont, of the Community Development Department of the Town of
Vail, introduced the meeting as the second Public Hearing on the
Lions Ridge Annexation, there being two special development dis-
tricts to consider.
Special Development District No. 4 discussion was begun by Paul
Schlauch, the attorney representing Koebei and the Gare Creek
Associates, the partnership that owns the property in the proposed
district. He offered two very technical amendments to the ordinance,
He also questioned the council for clarification of a few specific
points in the Special Development District: he read the paints and
gave his awn interpretaion and wanted confirmation as to whether the
intent was as his client interpreted, His concerns involved paragraphs
K, L, and M, pages 9 and 1Q,
Mayor Dvbson spoke into the record in response to the specific inquiries;
1. Regarding the semantics of "limited partnership", "there's no
problem".
2. Regarding paragraph K, subparagraph 2; "the developer shall
improve in the building construction energy and water cvnser-
vatian controls as general technology exists at the time of
construction":•Mr. Schlauch wanted clarification of general
technology. Mr. Rider, Town Attorney, spoke far the council
saying that their concern was to get as good of construction
for water and energy as possible.
3. Regarding paragraph L, subparagraph 1-A; "the developer is
required to provide a bike and pedestrian path": Mr. Schlauch
interpreted this to mean that the developer dedicate or pro-
vide an easement or a right-of-way, or in the alternative,
provide the full amenity but in return, receive an amenities
tax credit for that. Playor Dobson confirmed, saying "if the
developer made the improvement, the credit would be applicable.
- Tf he chose not to, the easement will be provided and the Town
would make the improvement".
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4. Regarding paragraph M, subparagraph 1; "the developer shall
provide adequate transportation services to users and guests
of the development as to transfer them from the development to
the village core area, etc.": Gene Smith agreed that the word-
ing was not clear enough so Diana Toughill, of the Community "
Development Department, and Paul Schlauch met and Mr. Rider approved
and the wording was changed to read; ""developers shall provide
adequate private transportation service, etc", the insertion of
the word "private" being the only change.
Councilman Heimbach moved to approve Ordinance 5-76 on second reading;
Councilman Wilto seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and
the motion carried,
ORDINANCE -76, an ordinance amending the official zoning map of the Town
of Vail and imposing zoning districts on the Lions Ridge area annexed to
the Town, was presented on second reading.
Councilman Wilto moved to approve the ordinance; Councilman Heimbach
seconded the motion; a71 present voted in favor with the exception
of Councilwoman Klug who abstained; and the motion carried.
Mr. Rider suggested that since there have been no changes since the first
publication of the ordinance that it might be published by title only.
A member of the audience challenged that it was published in full the first
time, Mr. Lamont supported that challenge; and Mr. Rider withdrew his
suggestion since the ordinance has to at least once be printed in full.
The formal motion made to accept Mr. Rider's suggestion was withdrawn.
ORDINANCE No. 4-76, an ordinance amending the official zoning map of the
Town of Vail and imposing zoning districts on the Lions Ridge area annexed
to the Town, was presented by Mr. Lamont on second reading. Stu Brown,
attorney, spoke representing the fallowing owners of land in the area
which is subject to this zoning ordinance: Courchevel, Lot B-1 and B-2,
Willis Nottingham, Lot A-~7, Lot A-8 for Leo Payne, and Lot A-9 far Dean
~-- Knox. Mr. Brown recited,. client by client,:thei.r position, (As much of
the proceeding is inaudible or only partially so, an accurate record is
very difficult). He summarized all the presentations by saying that the
underlying principle to which he refers, is the principle that pertains
in all zoning: that unreasonable diminishment in an owner's property with-
out justifiable exercise of the police power fvr the general public good
is unreasonable and confiscatory, "This issue will be raised and brought
to a non profit forum." He concluded that this was more a notice of intent
rather than of any constructive attempt to bring to compromise in any one
of these cases at this late date.
Joseph Sylvester, representing the Snow Lion condominium owners, twenty-six
in a71, stated far the record that he does not agree with the comments
presented by the previous speaker (Mr, Brown}, that he feels the zoning
is proper and should proceed as it is proposed.
Mr. Rider spoke for the council for the record; he thinks we've dis-
cussed a number of times in the Public Hearings the reasons why the
council and the planning Commission have done what they`ve done and
thinksthe retard should speak for itself.
Ra]ph 51oan of Colorado Investment Services went..on record.ta agree with Mr.
Brown; "in the acquisition of the zoning Ordinance in the balance of
the Vail Run property Twill continue to fight to nullify the annexation to
the Town of Vail, and if unsuccessful in that method, I will continue any
legal matters necessary to get legal compensation and just compensation
for the downzoning of the balance of the Block C development."
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Steve Mullens, President of Mountain Properties, representing Lot
A-3, presented a letter from the owners of Lots A-1 and A-2 which
gave a right-of-way access through their lots to Lot A-3. Mr. Mullen
was requesting equal zoning for the three lots and the architect was
supposed to have been present so that the architectural drawings of
the proposed development could have been considered.
Councilman 5taufer spoke in favor of Mr..h1ullens` request, remind-
ing the council that they had postponed the same request at a pre-
vious hearing until a letter of acceptance from the owners of A-7
and A-2 was received; Mr. Mullen's now has it; and the council
should be obligated to stand behind their promise.
The council discussed changing the zoning on A-3 from agricultural
to residential cluster; there was debate as to whether the council
would be binding the developer to no future request for density trans-
fer or not.
Councilman Wilto moved to amend Ordinance 4-76 to provide that Lot
A-3 be zoned RC {residential cluster) rather than agricultural;
Councilwoman Klug seconded the motion; all present voted in favor
with the exception of one nay, Sill Heimbach; and the motion
carried.
Mayor Dobson entertained the motion that Ordinance 4-76, an ordi-
nance amending the official zoning map of the Town of Vail and
imposing zoning districts on the L-ions Ridge area annexed to the
Town, be approved on second reading as amended: Councilman Donovan
seconded the motion: a roll call vote was taken (the voting record
is mostly inaudible: the best that can be determined is): Council-
man Staufer, inaudible; Councilman Klug, approve with the exception
of the abstention of the Block C, Lots 6,7,8,9,10, and 11, Lions Ridge
filing No. 1; Councilman Heimbach, approve with the exception of the
amendment on Lot A-3; Councilman Wilto, approve; Councilman Donovan,
. inaudible; and Councilman Ruder, approve with an abstention on the
McAllister, Fleming Lumber, and Willis Nottingham parcels: and the
motion carried.
ORDINANCE 7-76, an ordinance establishing Special Development District
6 and amending the zoning ordinance and the official zoning map was
introduced on first reading. Mr. Lamont presented the history of the
development of the project, described the location, and stated the
owner's zoning request. Bi17 Ruoff, the architect for the project,
reviewed the architectural drawings, described the existing zoning
for the land and the potential development allowable with the present
zoning, then presented the alternative project possibilities available
with the creation of a Special Development District supported with
the proposed building drawings.
Eldon Beck of Royston, Hanamoto, Beck, and. Abbey, went through the
thought process which produced the .request for a Special Development
District. He recommended approval for the SDD which he clarified
as being the permission to proceed in a creative way within the con-
straints assigned by this plan, not an endorsement of this specific
plan.
Mayor Dobson stated that the Planning and Zoning Committee and the
council and the Design Review Board are all very familiar with the
project after many formal and informal meetings on the plan; that
the Planning Commission approved; and the staff recommends approval.
Questions from the floor addressed the general zoning philosophy of
the Town of Vail.
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Councilman Wilto moved to approve Ordinance 7-76 on first reading;
Councilman Heimbach seconded the motion; all present voted in favor;
and the motion carried.
ORDINANCE 8-76, an ordinance authorizing the Town of Vail to make a
special endorsement on a $30,000 promissory note fa the Vail Centen-
nial Ski Museum, Inc., to accommodate it in obtaining a loan from
the Sank of Vail for the Colorado Ski Museum, was presented on first
reading. Mayor Dobson added that this is a note that would be signed
faintly by the Town of Vail and Vail Associates and will not incur
any outlay of cash.
Councilman Donovan moved to approve Ordinance 8-76 on first reading;
Councilman Wilto seconded the motion; all present voted in favor;
and the motion carried.
PRESENTATIONS
In regard to the Vail Associates./U.S. Forest Service land exchange
proposal, Roger Tilkemeir made a statement on behalf of Vail Associates.
He read a letter which had been sent to Terrell Minger and one sent to
Mr. Nunn of the U.S.F.S.: VA was asking the Forest Service to hold.
the documents to provide additional time for VA to further consider
the merits of the proposed VA/USES land exchange.
The Mayor said that in view of VA's request and the council's feelings,
the TOV is sending the following letter to Ernie Nunn of the Forest
Service, the letter meant tFiat the situation is open for considerably
more discussion and no action will be taken by the council without a
Public Hearing in connection w~~th it.
Discussion included a statement from Mr. Nunn who said that the Forest
Service will not act on a land exchange until they have support from
the Town of Vail and Eagle County Commissioners.
In regard to the I-70 crossing, Mayor Dobson introduced the presentation
by saying that a team of professionals have been brought in to help
guide the project. Mr. Minger went over the history of the highway
crossing development, described plan options on how to proceed with the
planning and the consequesnces of difference choices, and gave the names
of the professional consultants comprising the design team used by the
TOV on the project thus far. Iri order to meet the deadline ,of May 15,
1976, to received the highway. funding, the decision by the council orx
an over or under pass must be made by March 16, 1976. The funding is
being provided, 80% by the federal government, up to a total of $350,000,
a $250,000 general obligation bond issue voted on by the people of Vail,
plus Vail. Associates have promised to share any costs over $250,x00 on
a 50-50 basis.
Mr. Minger then read the list of goals and objectives as the design
team had drawn them up:
1. That we permit pedestrians and bicycles across I-70
between Lionshead and Sandstone 70 and Vail West.
2. That we place emphasis on serving the area resident
whoever works, plays, lives in that general area,
i.e. elementary school children at the K-~ school,
the general public, tourists, etc.
3. That we discourage the use of private automobiles.
4. That we maximize the use of the valley bus system.
5. That we create a significant symbolic psychological
sociological tie as well as physical tie between the
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various neighborhoods bisected by I-74.
6. That we create the minimal environmental impact.
7. That we enhance, when possible, the interstate
highway corridor.
8. That we physically separate pedestrians and motv~ized
vehicles.
9. That we create an
movement systems
10. That the crossage
bicycle trails.
71. That we maintain
budget.
d extend the pedestrian and bicycle
and linkage with the rest of the town.
and linkage -tie into the rest of the
the fiscal integrity of the proposed
12. That we achieve the best
of the citizens of Vail.
social and consistent desires
13. That we create a highway crossing that's compatible with
the Gore Valley and the unique quality of Vail.
14. That we assure that the safety and well being of the
people using the facility receives highest priority
and attention.
15. That we create a positive pleasurable experience in cross-
ing that is consistent with the unique qualities in the
character of Vail.
Councilman Donovan moved that the Goals and Objectives as outlined
here, 7-15, be adopted as the criterion for arriving at the best
possible solution for the I-70 highway crossing; Councilwoman
K1ug seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the
motion passed.
Mr~. Sam Maphis presented the highway department requirements and
same engineering requirements; Gordon Pierce addressed some pre-
liminary ideas and sketches and cost comparision in relation with
architectural designs, giving a progress report, not a final de-
sign; Eldan Beck discussed landscaping development philosophy
in conjunction with aesthetic considerations; and Kent Rose out-
lined the history of the development of the citizen`s advisory
group and defined their purpose. Discussion followed (much of
the discussion is inaudible due to two sound tracks}. Mayor Dob-
son wrapped up the public discussion, encouraging mare of the
same kind of interaction in the next two weeks.
As there was no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 16, 1976
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vai1,~,Golorado,
was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, March 16, 1976, in the Vail
Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following council members were present:
John Donovan
Bill Heimbach
Kathleen Klug
Bob Ruder
Joseph Staufer
Bill Wilto
Also present were:
E1 don Beck, of Royston, Hanamoto, Beck & Abbey
Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Ordinance No. 7-76, an ordinance establishing Special Development
District 6 and amending the zoning ordinance and the official
zoning map, was presented on second reading, Eldon Beck pre-
sented an amendment proposalto the report submitted at the March 2,
1976, Town Council meeting:
1. That the average height of the buildings will not exceed
45 feet and the roof height above (the rest inaudible).
2. The intent is that the building complex be as low as
possible and that at this level of detail it is not
realistic to tie down precise maximum elevations. The
final decisions regarding the elevations will depend
upon further details provided by the architect by the
projection of building mass onto the photos of the
actual site positions.
3. At this point the (questionable wording, inaudible)....
final heights will be established....(inaudible).
Mr. Beck went into the various building elevations of the proposed
development, applying the proposed zoning amendment.
Councilman Wilto moved adoption of Ordinance 7-76 as amended ac-
cording to the recommendations of Eldon Beck; Councilman Ruder
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion
carried.
ORDINANCE 8-76, an ordinance authorizing the Town of Vail to
make a special endorsement on a $30,000 promissory note of the
Vail Centennial Museum, Inc., to accommodate it in obtaining
a loan from the Bank of Vail for the Colorado Ski Museum, was
presented an second reading. All debate and motions indaudible
and the motion carried(as best as can be heard).
ORDINANCE NO. 10-76, an ordinance providing for negotiation
of municiapl contracts, was introduced on first reading.
Any further dicussion and the voting record is inaudible.
ORDINANCE 9-76, an ordinance concerning special improvement
districts within the Town was totally inaudible; if i~i;'was dis-
cussed or voted on was not discernable.
PRESENTATIONS
In regard tv the T-7O Crossing, Terrell Mi:nger introduced the
consultants who would be~addressing the meeing, gave a brief his-
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Cory of the conceptual development of the highway crossing, and
emphasized that the main concern at this meeting ~Fras to determine
whether an aver or underpass be built.
Eldon Beck presented a slide series depicting different highway
crossings, over and under, pointing out various types of land-
scaping and their impacts.
George Bergen represented Claire Cooper-Marcus and presented the
sociological and psycholigical impressions on over versus under pass.
Representatives from the highway department spoke. Discussion teas
extensive; much inaudible.
• Councilman Staufer moved that they start the design team working on
the overpass approach, (rest of motion inaudible}; Councilwoman
~Clug seconded the motion; a roll call vote was taken (renonses
inaudible}; and the motion carried.
As there was no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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REGULAR MEETING
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL.
6 APRIL 7976
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail,
Colorado, was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, April 6, 1976,
in the Vail Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following councilmembers were present:
Josef Staufer
John F. Donovan
Kathleen Klug
Bob Ruder
Bill Heimbach
Bill UJi7to
Others present included:
Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Larry Rider, Town Attorney
Mayor John Dobson opened the meeting by introducing Mr. William Foster,
Mayor of the City of Palm Springs.
ORDINANCE No. 8, Series of 1976, providing for the negotiation of
municipal contracts, was introduced on second reading. The Mayor and
Mr. Rider briefly reviewed the ordinance authorizing the Town Manager .
to sign contracts on approval of the Town Council. Councilman Donovan
moved to approve the ordinance on second reading; Councilman Staufer
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor, and the motion carried.
~'he Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance published.
ORDINANCE No. 9, Series of 1976, relating to local improvement districts,
was introduced on first reading. The Town Attorney explained that the
ordinance outlined procedures for the Council to initiate local
improvement projects to be implemented by the Town Manager, bonding
procedures, and assessment procedures to pay for the projects. Council-
man Ruder moved to approve the ordinance on first reading; Councilman
Wilto seconded the motion; a17 present voted in favor; and the motion
carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance published
in full on first reading.
The Mayor then went back to the first part of the Agenda, a report from
the American Institute of Planners regarding energy conservation planning
for Vail. Per. Minger stated that the AIP was currently meeting at the
Mark, and he introduced Jerry Mylroi, the Director for Professional
Development for the American Institute of Planners. Mr. Mylroi then
made a few brief remarks and introduced the members of the task force
who would be speaking to the Council: Sandy Pearson, national staff ,df
the AIP; Dr. George 5zego, President of Intertechnology, Corp.; Michael
Sizemore, architect, the Energy Group; Dr. William Oswald, professor,
Department of Sanitary Engineering and Public Health, University of
California at Berkeley; Dr. Larry McKuen, analyst with the Resource
Recovery Division of the EPA; and Dr. T. Owen Carroll, research scientist
with the Energy Policy Analysis Division, Brookhaven National Labs.
Dr. Carroll was the first speaker,
of Vail estimate future growth and
get a total demand picture for the
a land use analysis for the whole
lating a total demand picture.
and he recommended that the Town
energy to be consumed by that growth
entire Gore Valley. He recommended
valley as a first step toward formu-
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Dr. Oswald then commented on the need to monitor the water quality of
Gore Creek. He favorably noted the Nature House experiment.
Dr. McKuen recommended a recycling program to create energy from solid
wastes. He also recommended that Vail recycle beverage containers and
newspapers.
Dr. Szego, who is conducting a study for the Town of Vail regarding
alternate energy sources, discussed such alternatives as solar heating,
a district heating system - whereby several buildings are heated from
the same central system, diesel heat pumps, thermal power, water power,
and wind power. He noted that Vail is not a good place to use wind
power. His report should be ready for the Town's review in a couple of
weeks.
Mr. Sizemore noted that Vail is vulnerable to energy use fluctuations
and that the citizenry should be educated to conserve. He suggested
trying out techniques at the Nature Center, then writing what works into
the building code for enforcement.
The Mayor thanked the AIP for their comments and announced a short break.
The meeting was reconvened, and the Council moved on to Ordinance 10.
ORDINANCE No. 70, Series of 1976, adopting by reference the 1974 Model
Traffic Code, was introduced on first reading. Chief of Police Gary
WaTI explained that this ordinance was basically a housekeeping matter
to update the traffic code being used by the Vail Police Department.
The Department is currently using the 1971 Model Traffic Code. Counci l-
man Donovan moved to approve the ordinance on first reading; Councilman
Heimbach seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion
carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance published
in full on first reading.
RESOLUTION No. 2, Series of 1976, instituting a special improvement
project far the streets, roads, and public ways in the Bighorn area,
was introduced and explained by the Town Attorney. He noted that the
resolution was an official action to initiate the .special improvement
project as provided by ordinance. Councilwoman Klug moved to approve
the resolution; Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; all present
. voted in favor; and the motion carried.
The Mayor announced that the Council needed to appoint a new member to
the Planning Commission to replace Jen Wright who had recently resigned.
The two people seeking appointment were Oran Pa1mateer and Dan Corcoran.
The Council voted by written ballot and elected to appoint Mr. Corcoran
to the Planning Commission.
Regarding various special use permits, Jim Lamont explained that Dr.
Peter Wells had requested a permit to change a dwelling unit to a dentist's
lab. He added that the Planning Commission had' recommended deferring the
matter for two weeks to obtain further information regarding other.
passible changes to the Pension Isabel. Councilman Staufer moved to
table the matter for two weeks pending further information; Councilman
Wilto seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion
carried.
Regarding the Ke11y residence, Mr. Lamont explained that a change in
the setback requirements was requested to erect a garage and apartment
on a house situated on the Gaff Course. He added that Ben Krueger, Golf
Course Superintendent, had stated that the proposed change would not
create a problem for the Golf Course. Councilman Heimback moved to
approve the variance request; Councilman Ruder seconded the motion;
all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
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Regarding the Larkin residence, Mr. Lamont explained that the applicant
requested a variance to expand a balcony on the ground floor of the
Mountain Haus. He noted that the Planning Commission recommended approval.
Councilwoman Klug moved to approve the request; Councilman Donovan seconded
the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
Regarding the Morgan duplex, Mr. Lamont explained that the applicant
wanted a front setback of 10 feet to accommodate a driveway in order
to avoid traffic problems. Councilman Ruder moved to approve the
request; Councilman Wilto seconded the motion; all present voted in
favor; and the motion carried.
Regarding the Racquet.Glub requests for a height variance, an offset
variance, and a covered parking variance, Mr. Lamont explained that
the Planning Commission had recommended approval far the building to be
built this summer only. Councilman Ruder moved to approve the requests;
Councilman Wilto seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and
the motion carried.
With regard to the ice arena development, the Town Manager reported that
a private donor had given the Town $350,000.00 to have the refrigerated
portion of the arena (just the ice) in use by December 1976. He stated
that perhaps a temporary cover would be used this winter, but that
eventually the ice would be covered by a building, all to be located
on Site 2A~. He briefly explained the preliminary design plans drawn
up by Kump and Associates. He stated that the bus road would have to
be rerouted through the area, that the teen center would have to be
moved slightly, that possibly a new library could be located nearby,
that a small theatre may be part of the project, that the bike path
goes through the area, and that there is plenty of parking nearby in
Lionshead. He added that the $350,000.00 would cover the costs of all
construction this summer.
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:35 P.M.
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REGULAR MEETING
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
20 APRIL 1976
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail
Colorado, was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, April 20,
1976, in the Uail Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following councilmembers were present;
Bob Ruder
Bill Wilta
Bill Heimbach
John Donovan
Josef Staufer
Others present included:
Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Lawrence C. Rider, Town Attorney
ORDINANCE No. 9, Series of 1976, relating to local improvement
districts, was introduced on second reading. Larry Rider explained
his memorandum to the Council outlining amendments to the ordinance
requested by bond counsel. The amendments would affect the title,
Section 1.4, and Section 7.6. Councilman Donovan moved to approve
the ordinance, as amended, on second reading. Councilman Heimbach
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion
carried. The Town Clerk was then instructed to have the ordinance
published in full as amended.
ORDINANCE No. 70, Series of 1976, adopting the 1974 Model Traffic
Code, was introduced on second reading. Mr. Rider stated there were
no changes to the ordinance since its adoption on first reading.
The Mayor explained that the ordinance was a routine measure to
update the Town's traffic code. Councilman Donovan moved to adopt
the ordinance on second reading and to publish it by title only;
Councilman Ruder seconded the motion; all present voted in favor;
and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the
• ordinance published by title only on second reading.
ORDINANCE No. 11, Series of 197fi, regarding supplemental appropriations
for buses, Site 24, the Growth Management Study, and the Ski Museum,
was introduced on first reading. The Town Manager explained that
funds were now available far the purchase of two Twin Coaches from
Keystone, planning and site development for Site 24 in preparation
for the ice arena, funding of the Growth Management Study now in
progress, and improvements to the Ski Museum. Councilman Wilto moved
to approve the ordinance an first reading; Councilman Ruder seconded
the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried. The
Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance published in full on
first reading.
RESOLUTION No. 3, Series of 197b, regarding the Growth Management
Study, was introduced and explained by Mr. Minger. He stated that
the resolution was a request for cooperation on the part of the
County Commissioners in Vail's Growth Management Study. Councilman
Fleimbach moved to approve the resolution; Councilman Donovan seconded
the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
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RESOLUTION No. ~, Series of 1976, accepting an anonymous gift
for the construction of an ice arena, was introduced and explained
by the Mayor. He stated that the resolution was necessary to have
the funds transferred to the Town of Vail. Councilman Donovan
moved to approve the resolution; Councilman Staufer seconded the
motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
RESOLUTION No. 6, Series of 7976, accepting a dedication of
property from Vail Associates, Inc, for use as a fountain, was
introduced and explained by Mr. Minger. He stated that the
dedication documents had been misplaced for some time, and that
the resolution was a formality to accept the land now being used
as a fountain. Councilman Heimbach moved to approve the resolution;
Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; all present voted in favor;
and the motion carried.
RESOLUTION No. 6, Series of 1976, accepting a dedication of
,property from Vail Associates, inc. for road and bridge purposes,
was introduced and explained by the Mayor. He stated that this
resolution involved the bridge located near the Town Shop, and
that, as with Resolution No. 5, the dedication documents had been
misplaced. Councilman Ruder moved to approve the resolution;
Councilman Heimbach seconded the motion; all present voted in favor;
and the motion carried.
With regard to several variance requests, ,1im Lamont explained the
request by Dr. Peter Wells to convert 260 square feet of accommodation
unit to a dental lab. He stated that the Planning Commission had
recommended approval and suggested that the Council incorporate the
recommendations and findings outlined in the Planning Commission's
March 18 memorandum in the motion as part of the Council's approval,
Councilman Staufer wanted to know how this variance would relate to
other requests for variances in the Pension Isabel building. The
Mayor and Councilman Heimbach assures him that there was no relation
to the others. No repr^esentative from Dr..Wells' office was present.
Councilman Wilto moved to approve the request, subject to the recom-
mendations and findings outlined in the Planning Commission's March
18 memorandum; Councilman Heimbach seconded the motion. Councilmen
Wilto, Ruder and Heimbach and Mayor Dobson voted in favor. Councilmen
Donovan and Staufer voted against, and the motion carried by a vote of
4to2.
• With regard to two variance requests by the Garcia residence, Mr. Lamont
explained that the applicant requested a 0 setback variance in order
to erect a balcony on the east side of his residence. He stated that
both the Planning Commission and the staff recommended denial. Regard-
ing the second request, he stated that the applicant wanted a 10 foot
rear setback in order to add a living room to the residence. He added
that both the Planning Commission and the staff recommended approval of
that variance, subject to notification of the adjacent property owner.
Regarding the first variance request, Councilman Donavan moved to
deny the request; Councilman Ruder seconded the motion; all present
voted in favor, and the motion carried. Regarding the second request,
Councilman Staufer moved to approve the request, subject to the Planning
Commission's recommendations with the exception of notification to the
adjacent property owner since efforts to locate an owner of record had
failed; Councilman Wilto seconded the motion; a71 present voted in
favor; and the motion carried.
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. With regard to a request by the Cornice fora 5 foot setback to a
accommodate a solar collector, Mr. Lamont stated that the Planning
Commission had recommended approval. Councilman Donovan moved to
approve the request; Councilman Staufer seconded the motion; all
present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
With regard to a parking variance request by Vail Associates, Tnc.
for the Lions View Apartments, located on Lot 9, Potato Patch
Subdivision, Mr. Lamont explained that the applicant wishes to
locate all parking outside the building with 50% covered, rather
than locating 75~ of the parking within the building as provided
by the HDMF zoning of the property. He stated that the Planning
Commission had reviewed the request and had voted 2-~2. He added
that the applicant has proposed tv reduce the GRFA by 30q and to
Tower the height of the building by l0 feet. He also stated that
the applicant has based its request partially on economic reasons
in that the reduced cost of placing the parking outside the building
would be passed on to renters. Mr. Lamont, then asked for discussion
from Council and from the floor. Councilman Staufer addressed the
Council as an interested resident of the affected neighborhood and
stated that he felt since the site had originally been offered to
the school district, it should be zoned residential. The Mayor
directed the discussion back to the matter of a parking variance
and acknowledged a letter submitted tv the Council by Mrs. Sandy
Mi11s in protest of the variance. Mrs. Mi11s added her agreement
to Mr. 5taufer's comments. Various members of the audience wanted
to address the matter of economics in relation to the project, and
many expressed a wish to hide as many cars there as possible.
Councilman Donovan stated that the Council should not base variance
decisions on economics. Councilman Heimbach stated that many
employees within the Town felt the project would be too expensive
for their rental, and that the only persons apparently in favor of
it were its developers. Andy Norris, spokesman for Vail Associates,
Tnc., stated that the developer was proposing medium density far
a parcel zoned for high density in support of their request. The
Mayor, in an attempt to bring the discussion back to the matter of
a parking variance, suggested tabling the issue until the second
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_ regular meeting of the Tawn Council in May ._ Mr. Norris requested_ ___
that it be considered at the first meeting in May in order to meet
construction deadlines if approved. Councilman Donovan moved to
table the issue until the first regular meeting in May, 1976;
Councilman Wilto seconded the motion; Councilmen Ruder, Wilto, Heimbach
and Donovan voted in favor; Councilman Staufer voted against; and the
motion carried.
With regard to the Town`s financial reports for the three month period
ending March 31, 1976, Stan Bernstein, Finance Director, explained that
in terms of sales tax, that period in 1976 was about 35% higher than
the same period in 1975.
With regard to the audit reports for 1975, Mr. Bernstein introduced
Bill Pyka, Controller, and Wa1Ty Moritz, Auditor, to explain. Mr.
Moritz stated that the audit is required by state statute, and that
the independent auditing firm of Wall, McNfahon, Smith & Associates
had been hired by the Town to perform the audit. He added that the
auditors had come up with a clean audit opinion for the Town. Mr.
Pyka reviewed the figures.
CITIZEN: PARTICIPA'TTON
Mr. Mossman, as a spokesman fora group of property owners adjacent
to Site 24, expressed their objections to the location of the ice
arena on that site, stating the possible noise, traffic, etc. as
basis for their objections. He then asked the Council what had
happened to the Antholz as the proposed site for the ice arena/
convention center. The Mayor explained the potential benefits to
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. Lionshead, the accessibility to the site from both Lionshead and the
Village core, etc. as reasons far locating the arena there. He added
that the Council had previously decided to preserve Antholz primarily
as open space.
With no further discussion, the meeting was adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
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REGULAR MEETING
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
4 MAY T 976
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail,
Colorado, was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, May 4, 1976,
in the Vail Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following councilmembers were present:
John Donovan
Bill Heimbach
Bob Ruder
Bill Wilto
Others present included:
• Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Lawrence C. Rider, Town Attorney
ORDINANCE No. 11, Series of 1976, regarding supplemental appropriations
for buses, Site 24, the Growth Management Study, and the Ski Museum,
was introduced on second reading and briefly explained by Mr. Minger.
With minimum discussion, Councilman Wi7to moved to approve the ordinance
an second reading and to publish it by ti°.t1e only; Councilman Donovan
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance published [iy title
only on second reading.
ORDINANCE No. 12, Series of 1976, rezoning certain property to a
parking Zone District, was introduced on first reading. The Town
Manager explained that the ordinance was to rezone Lots P-1, P~2,
Block 3, the easterly 160 feet of Tract F-1, and a portion of Hanson
Ranch Road to the newly created parking Zone classification. Council-
man Donovan moved to approve the ordinance an first reading; Councilman
Heimbach seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion
carried. The Town Clerk was then instructed to have the ordinance
published in fu71 on first reading.
• RESOLUTION No. 7, Series of 7976, accepting a conveyance of property
from Vail Associates, inc., was introduced and explained by Mr. Minger.
He stated that the conveyance was part of a deal consummated over a
year previously as part of the Town's taking over the public bus
operation from Vail Associates. The conveyance had been delayed due
to lack of adequate legal descriptions for the properties to be conveyed.
He added that the properties being conveyed were Lots 9, 10, and 17,
Vail Village 10th Filing, approximately 25 acres surrounding the Mountain
Bell site, and the golf course park site at the West end of the Katsos
property. Councilman Donavan moved to approve the resolution; Council-
man Wi1to seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the
motion carried.
With regard to Vail Associates' request fora parking variance far
the proposed Lions View Apartments, located on Site 9, same confusion
existed, and Mr. Rider explained the situation. He stated that Vail
Associates had indicated that they would withdraw the request, however,
a letter delivered to the Town Manager earlier in the day from Vail
Associates did not specifically withdraw. Mr. Rider stated that it was
his reading of the Zoning Ordinance that the matter could be set over
until the May 18, 1975, regular meeting_of the Council for disposition.
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Ma or Dobson read aloud the letter from_Vail Associates, signed by
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Andy Norris, and then asked for comments by the Town Attorney.
Mr. Rider stated that since the letter did not withdraw the variance
request, the matter could be set over. Members of the Council
disagreed with Mr. Rider's opinion, expressing fear that the 20
day limit for disposing of the matter would have expired prior to
the next Council meeting. Councilman Wilto then moved to deny the
variance request on the basis that no physical hardships existed;
Councilman Heimbach seconded the motion; all present voted in favor;
and the motion carried.
With regard to a request for a parking variance for the Schober
Building, Diana Toughil1 explained that Bi71 Ruoff, the architect,
had phoned earlier to request postponement of the request until the
May 18, 7976, Council meeting. Councilman Donovan moved to reschedule
consideration of the request until the next regular meeting; Council-
man Ruder seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the
motion carried.
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Jack Mi11s asked whether the subject of Site 9 could be further
discussed at the next regular meeting. The Town Manager stated that
Vail Associates would probably request downzoning for the property,
but that such a request could not reach the Council by May 18, since
it would have to go through several Planning Commission meetings, etc.
Sandy Mills then asked for a progress report regarding the I-70
crossing. Mr. Minger stated that the overpass was progressing as
scheduled, with construction due to begin by June 15. He promised
more complete report on May 18.
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Mayor Dobson then advised the public that there would also be an
opportunity for citizen input regarding the proposed East Meadow Drive
Ma11 at the next meeting.
With no further discussion, the meeting was adjourned at 9:00 P.M.
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REGULAR MEETING
VA I1, TOWN COUNG IL
18 MAY 1976
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail,
Colorado, was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, May 18, 1976,
in the Vail Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor Pro Tem Josef Staufer and the following councilmembers
were .present:
Bi11 Heimbach
Kathleen Klug
John Donavan
Bi11 Wilto
Bob Ruder
Others present included:
Terrell ~. Minger, Town Manager
Lawrence C. Rider, Town Attorney
ORDINANCE No. 12, Series of 1976, rezoning certain parcels of land
to a Parking zone District, was introduced on second reading. The
Mayor Pro Tem and Diana Toughill briefly explained that the property
was being rezoned at the owners' request. Councilman Donovan moved
to approve the ordinance on second reading and to publish it by
title only; Councilwoman Klug seconded the motion; all present voted
in favor; and the motion carried. The Tawn Clerk was instructed to
have the ordinance published by title only.
ORDINANCE No. 13, Series of 1976, regarding Sign Code amendments to
the Zoning Ordinance, was introduced on first reading. Sign Admin-
istrator Jo Kramer explained the necessity to amend the Sign Code
with regard to providing new definitions far mural or supergraphic,
Design Review Board, and sign; providing regulations in relation to
political signs; amending the provisions as to the size of wall signs:
single business use; individual businesses within a multi-tenant
• building and projecting and hanging signs; single business use;
amending the provisions as to the number of wall signs, free standing
signs, projecting and hanging signs: joint directory signs for a
multi-tenant building; acid residential name plate signs. Councilman
Wilto moved to approve the ordinance on first reading; Councilman
Heimbach seconded the motion; ail present voted in favor; and the
motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance
published in full on first reading.
ORDINANCE No. 1~, Series of 1976, regarding. swimming pool regulations,
was introduced on first reading. Mr. Minger explained that he and the
Town Attorney had discussed the ordinance and both felt that it was
not complete in its present form, and suggested that the Council table
the ordinance until a later date. Mr. Minger felt that the ordinance
could be reworked and considered at the next regular meeting.
Councilwoman Klug asked to go on record as being for an ordinance of
this type, but felt that this form of it should be tab~7ed. Mr. Staufer
explained that the proposed ordinance would require a17 swimming pools
to be fenced in some way. Mr. Minger explained that the present form
of the ordinance was unclear in regard to what constituted a fence,
how to administer the ordinance, etc. Dick Elias expressed his
opposition to requiring such fencing at a17. Councilmembers Klug and
Donavan defended the need for such requirements, and the Mayor Pro Tem
expressed his opposition. Councilman Donovan then moved to table the
ordinance until the next regular meeting; Councilman Heimbach seconded
the motion; a17 present voted in favor; the motion carried.
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• RESOLUTION No. 8, Series of 1976, regarding Library funding, was
introduced and explained by the Town Manager. He stated that the
resolution would authorize the execution of an agreement between
the Vail Public Library and the County Library whereby about 22~
of the moneys collected through a mill levy for library purposes
would be refunded to the Town's library by the County. Councilman
Heimbach moved to approve the resolution; Councilwoman Klug.seconded
the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
With regard to various variance requests, Jim Lamont explained the
request by the Plaza Building for parking and offset variances to
increase the dwelling unit size. He stated that the Planning
Commission and the staff had recommended approval. Councilman
Heimbach moved to approve the request subject to the signing of a
parking contract; Councilman Wilto seconded the motion; all present
voted in favor; and the motion carried.
With regard to the Schober Building's request for a parking variance,
Diana Toughill explained that the Planning Commission had recommended
approval subject to the signing of a parking contract. Merv Lapin and
Lou Parker both expressed their wishes that the Council deny the request.
• Councilman Donovan also opposed granting the variance, although
Councilman Heimbach and Community Development Director Jim Lamont
favored granting the request. Councilman Ruder moved to approve the
request subject to the signing of a parking contract; Councilman
Heimbach seconded the motion; Councilmembers Heimbach, Klug, Wilta,
and Ruder voted in favor; Councilman Donovan voted against; and the
motion carried.
With regard to the Kaleidoscope request for a sign variance, Jo
Kramer explained that the Design Review Board and the staff had
recommended denial since they felt that the request was based on
economic reasons, which are not provided for by ordinance. Lee
Caroselli, the sign maker, expressed her wishes that the Council
would approve the request. Lou Parker reiterated the. Design Review
Board's disapproval. Mr. Staufer asked the Town Attorney far his
opinion regarding the economic basis, and Mr. Rider replied that the
ordinance states that a variance cannot be granted due to economic
hardship to the applicant. Councilman Wilto then moved to deny the
request; Councilman Donovan, in a reversal of his original opinion,
seconded the motion; Councilmen Heimbach, Donovan, Wilto, and Ruder
voted in favor; Councilwoman Klug voted against; and the motion carried.
• With regard to the Crossroads request for a sign variance, Jo Kramer
explained that the applicant wishes to add the words "Shopping Center"
to the existing "Crossroads at Vail" sign.. She stated that both the
Design Review Board and the staff recommended denial. Merv Lapin
expressed the hope that the Council would approve the request, and
Hemmie Westbye suggested eliminating the word "Crossroads" and adding
the words "Shopping Center". There was some discussion regarding
how to word the sign in order to comply with the size limitations.
Based on the request as it was submitted, Councilman Heimbach moved
to deny it; Councilman Ruder seconded the motion; Councilmen Weimbach,
Donovan, Wilto, and Ruder voted in favor; Councilwoman Klug voted
against; and the motion carried.
With regard to the public administrative hearing on the proposed East
Meadow Drive pedestrianization, the Town Manager explained that no
decisions would be made tonight, but that this was a chance for the
public to make its feelings known. Mr. Minger referred to the original
Master Plan for Vail which addressed itself to a pedestrian village.
He also referred to the Checkpoint Charlie gate, the Lionshead pedes-
trianization, the Transportation Center, and the current Vail Plan as
factors in the pedestrian village concept. He added that there have
never been any plans to restrict delivery truck access or vehicular
access to the Crossroads. The Town Attorney then briefly explained
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Colorado's Mall Act and its implementation. He stated that the Town
Council could decide to class the streets, and that abutting property
owners had the right to file claims for damages resulting from such
closures. He added that if the Council chase to deny those claims,
said property owners could appeal that decision to the Courts for
determination of damages. He likened the proceeding to an eminent
domain or condemnation proceeding. He stated that alternative access
of some type must be provided when closing the streets. Mr. Rider
_ further explained that Vail Associates had originally granted an
easement in the streets to each owner o1= property in the village,.
since at that time there was no public entity to maintain the streets.
Subsequently, the Tawn of Vail was incorporated, but the easements
still appear an record. He stated that in order to determine the
current nature of those easements, the Town has filed a quiet title
action in the District Court, through which the Court will determine
whether the Tawn or the original easement holders has a superior
interest in the streets. Upon that determination the Town will
proceed to implement the Mall Act. He estimated a decision by the
Court an the quiet title action by August, and stated his feeling
that the Court would probably rule that the easements were merged
in the dedication of the streets to the Town by Vail Associates. Mr.
Minger expressed his regret that John Amato, champion of the opposing
view, could not be present tonight. Merv Lapin asked what consideration
has been given to providing alternative access to affected properties.
Mr. Rider assured him that alternative access would be provided,
although in what manner had not yet been determined. Jim Lamont, using
maps to show the Council and staff recommendations, then explained
that the affected parties held opposing views, the merchants in the
area being opposed to the closing, and the residents being in favor.
He read the various letters and petitions for the record and then
explained the staff recommendation to close both East Meadow Drive up
to the Crossroads from the West and Willow Bridge Road in its entirety
except for access to the Talisman and the Village Center. He then
explained the Town Council's recommendation to close East Meadow Drive
as indicated and to make Willow Bridge Road one-way going North with
one side of the road designated for pedestrian traffiic. The Council
then heard a great deal of heated discussion from members of the public
regarding phasing the pedestrianization, providing sidewalks rather
than pedestrianizing, providing more closure rather than less, the
difficulty of snow removal for sidewalks, and various other comments
pro and con. In response to the question of why the closure of both
roads could not be accomplished immediately, as recommended~~by the Town
staff, the Town Attorney replied that he had recommended waiting for
i the quiet title determination before closing Willow Bridge Road, but
that he felt the portion of East Meadow Drive could be closed by vacating
that section and having it rededicated to the Town by the easement holders.
Bi17 Bower, owner of the Kiandra-Talisman, asked that the fact that he
has not been contacted regarding the vacation method of closing the street
be put on the record. He added, however, that he had no objection to
that method, but that he would like to be a party to the decision. Mr.
Staufer added his agreement as a property owner similarly affected.
After some comments of his own, 'the Mayor Pro Tem concluded the discussion
and asked far reports from the Town Manager.
TOWN MANAGER REPORTS
With regard to the I-70 overpass, Mr. Minger stated that he and Kent
Rose had met with representatives of the Highway Department, and that
Vail was scheduled to receive $280,000.00 of Federal money for the
crossing construction. He stated that 3 weeks of advertising for bids
would begin June 5; hopefully, construction would begin by July 7; and
the usable portion could be finished by October.
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• With regard to the Ice Arena, Mr. Minger stated that an agreement
had been signed with the anonymous donor for a gift of $355,000.00.
He added that a contract has been signed with Holmsten Ice Rinks,
Inc. to build the ice. He predicted the Tawn would have a patch
of ice by the end of the year.
With regard to the Bighorn Street Improvement District, Mr. Minger
stated that at 7:30 P.M, on May 25, 1976, the Council would conduct
a public hearing to listen to comments, protests, etc. from affected
property owners within that proposed paving district. He stated that
if the Council receives protests from 50% or more of the affected
property owners, the proposed district would be defeated. Mr. Rider
added that 50% would be determined on the basis of one property owner/
one vote.
TOWN ATTORNEY REPORTS
With regard to the current recodification of the Town Code, Mr. Rider
stated that estimates from Book Publishing Company indicate that the
Council should have a preliminary draft to review by June.
• Councilman Heimbach then announced that the Council now has its own
conference room which would be manned by various members of the Council
every Wednesday from 11:00 A,M. to 5:00 P.M., beginning June 76, so
that members of the public could stop by to discuss whatever matters
they might have.
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
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Lou Parker asked if the Council could pressure the Post Office to
change its newly restrictive hours of operation. Mr. Minger suggested
that the Council adapt a resolution indicating that the current hours
are not appropriate to serve the public, Councilman Donovan suggested
that the Council direct Mr. Minger to take up the matter with the
Postmaster, and that if action does not result, then the Council would
adopt such a resolution.
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:30 P.M.
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PIINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
1 JUNE 1976
7:30 P.M.
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vaii,
Colorado, was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, June 1, 1976,
in the Vail Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following councilmembers were present:
Bill Heimbach
Kathleen Klug
John Donovan
Bab Ruder
Josef Staufer
Others present included:
Stan Bernstein, Assistant Town Manager
Larry Rider, Town Attorney
ORDINANC£ No. 13, Series of 1976, regarding Sign Cade amendments to
the Zoning Ordinance, was introduced on second reading. Mayor Dobson
briefly reviewed the proposed amendments. Councilman Staufer moved to
approve the ordinance on second reading and to publish it by title only;
Councilwoman Klug seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and
the motion carried, The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance
published by title only.
ORDINANCE No. 14, Series of 1976, regarding the Bighorn Street Improve-
ment District, was introduced on first reading: The Town Attorney
explained that the ordinance contained a provision that the assessments
would not be raised as well as a description of haw the assessments
were arrived at. A discussion regarding the maximum cost of the paving
ensued, and it was established that if the paving cost more than
estimated, the Town would cover that excess rather than raising the
assessments. The Assistant Town Manager added that he had contacted
the County Assessor who assured him that the paving would not automatically
increase the property assessments in the Bighorn area. Councilman
Donovan moved to approve the ordinance on first reading; Councilman
Heimbach seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion
carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance published
in full .
The public hearing regarding pedestrianization of East Meadow Drive had
been continued from the previous regular meeting. Councilman Staufer
briefly explained the staff proposal for closing the street and making
Willow Bridge Road one way going North. A gopd deal of discussion
followed regarding the problems of merchants in the Crossroads area
should East Meadow Drive be closed. Various members of the Council
agreed that other than the pedestrianization planned, East Meadow
Drive would not be totally closed at any time. Councilman Heimbach
moved to effect the proposed street closures during the summer on a
trial basis; Councilman Ruder seconded the motion; Councilman Staufer
abstained; all others present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
With regard to the Village Centre's appeal of the Design Review Board's
decision regarding signs to identify each of the Village Centre buildings,
Jim Lamont explained that the Design Review Board had voted to deny the
use of the signs as presented, He stated that the applicants and the
Council had met earlier in the day to discuss the matter and that he
felt the signs could be approved with some modifications. Mr. Lamont
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suggested that the Council request the applicants to reapply to the
Design Review Board with modified signs; then if the DRB denies that
application, the Council can hear the appeal. That solution was not
agreeable to the applicants because of the time required, and they
requested that the Council decide on the appeal. The attorney for
the applicants reminded the Council that it could agree with the DRB
decision, overturn it, or modify it. Councilman Heimbach moved to
approve the signs subject to modifications in the letter size (reducing
the letters by approximately 7/2 inch) as outlined by Mr. Lamont.
Councilman Staufer asked the Town Attorney if the Design Review Board
may deny a sign application on the basis of aesthetics if the sign
meets all other requirements as outlined by the Sign Code. Mr. Rider
stated that the Board could deny an application on the basis of
aesthetics. He added that if only the requirements in the Sign Code
were to be considered, there would be no need fora Board. The Mayor
brought the discussion back to the motion on the floor, and polled the
Council. Councilman Staufer voted against the motion; Councilman
Donovan voted in favor; Councilwoman Klug voted in favor; Councilman
Ruder voted in favor; Councilman Heimbach voted in favor; the Mayor
did not vote but was not in favor of the motion. The motion carried
with a vote of 4-1.
With regard to a request fora setback variance for the McLaughlin
residence, Doug McLaughlin explained that at the time the house was
built, the proposed addition would have fit with the existing zoning.
However, since then the zoning has been changed, and a variance is
now necessary to build the addition. Councilman Staufer moved to
approve the variance request; Councilman Donovan seconded the motion;
the Mayor abstained; all others present voted in favor; and the motion
carried.
TOWN ATTORNEY REPORTS
Mr. Rider announced that an ordinance requiring the enclosing of trash
containers was under consideration and encouraged the public to attend
the hearings to be held in that regard, He stated that notice of the
hearings would appear in the local newspapers
pith no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:15 P.M.
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MINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
z5 MAY 1976
7:30 P.M.
A special meeting of the Vail Town Council was held for the
purpose of conducting a public hearing regarding the Bighorn
Local Improvement District. The meeting was held on Tuesday
May 25, 1976, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the
Vail Municipal Building.
Mayor John A. Dobson and the following councilmembers were
present:
Josef Staufer
John F. Donovan
Bab Ruder
Bill Heimbach
Bill Wilta
The meeting c~~~u«enced with reports from the Town Administration.
Town manager, Terrell J. Minger, explained the method by which
paving has been done historically in the Town of Vail. He
outlined details of financing and assessment methods, noting
that the paving would be paid for by Special Assessment Bonds
to be paid by the individual over a ten-year period at
approximately 8% interest. He then referred to Resolution
No. 2, Series of 1976, and Ordinance No. 9, Series of 1976, which
set up the provisions of the District. He noted that there
had been hearings on the matter on February 17 and March 23,
1976. The required notice had been published and mailed to
property owners as outlined in the statutes.
Public Works Director, Kent R. Rose, read corrections to the
notice mailed to property owners. Further corrections were
made by members of the public in attendance. He asked that
the map of the boundaries be entered into the record as a
'pictorial description' of the District. Mr. Rose stated
that all roads in the Bighorn community would be brought up
to standard which would be the 'minimum standard' for the
Town of Vail. The paving district would free tax dollars
. which have been used in heavy maintenance with the roads in
the present inferior condition. The paving is also important
far safety reasons. He explained that the Town of Vail would
construct and pay for both the Timberfalls and the Main Gore
Drive bridges. A third bridge, on Bridge Road, would be
paved if costs were not to exceed the budget. The town
attorney then questioned Mr. Rose regarding need for the
district, standards, advantages, and maintenance costs for
the record. Mr. Rose then read a letter from Walter Kirsch,
owner of the Racquet Club Condominiums, protesting the method
for charging property owners and the resulting cost to him.
Mr. Rose then submitted another letter from Richard Bailey,
real estate appraiser, which stated that the equivalent unit
basis method represent the highest permissible use at an
interest which could be conveyed to another party at some
later date. He commented that the proposed method is fair
and equitable. Discussion followed regarding maximum costs
to the property owner. The town attorney, Larry Rider, commented
that the public notice would be binding on the Town, wherein
it was stated that the property owner would not be liable for
costs aver the estimate in said notice.
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Councilman Staufer then commented that it had been the
intent of the Council to give the public an idea of
the maximum costs far paving.
Sam Maphis, engineering consultant to the Town of Vail,
outlined the assessment procedure and the unit method
of charging for the paving. He noted that the Town
would help with the financing through bonds wherein the
property owner would pay over a ten-year period. The
town attorney then questioned him for the record with
regard to the assessment. In answer to a question
from an elderly member of the audience concerning costs
for senior citizens, Mr. Maphis commented that there
could be a provision written into the ordinance whereby
a lien could be placed on the property against the sale.
The town manager then commented an the environmental
impacts of fugitive dust and erasion, noting that paving
would eliminate these problems.
Allan MacRossie, real estate consultant, then discussed
the special benefits to the property once paving was
completed. He noted that the assessment does not
exceed the special benefit.
Sill Pyka, controller for the Town of Vail, explained
the financing and collection of payments from the property
owner.
The town attorney then noted for the record that the
assessment method is equitable and provides equal
protection and due process.
Councilman Donovan then asked whether the tax assessment
would be increased and to what extent if paving would be
carried out. The town manager stated .that he would have
an answer from the county on that question for the next
meeting. Mr. Robert Voliter, representing the East Vail
Property Owners' Association, commented that general Town
of Vail usage had not been considered and that adminis-
trative costs of the district should be paid by the Town
of Vail.
After further discussion, Councilman Donovan moved to
table Ordinance..No. l~ until the June lst regular meeting
of the Town Council; Councilman Ruder seconded the motion;
all present voted in favor; and the ordinance was tabled
to June 1.
As there was not further business, the meetin was adjourned
at 11:05 P.M.
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MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
15 JUNE 1976
7:30 P.M.
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail,
Colorado, was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, June 15, 1976,
in the Vail Municipal Building Gouncil Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following councilmembers were present:
Josef Staufer
Kathleen Klug
Sill Heimbach
Bob Ruder
Bi17 Wilto
Others present included:
Terry Minger, Town Manager
Larry Rider, Town Attorney
Because Gordon Pierce, architect for the I~7d crossing, had to leave
the meeting early, the first topic on the agenda was a presentation
regarding the crossing. Mr. Pierce explained a model of the project
which he had displayed for the Council's review. He stated that the
bridge would be 370 feet long and about 13 feet wide and that the
covering would be made of tempered glass. The surface of the bridge
will be made of brick pavers. Fle felt the bridge could be completed
in 3 to 32 months. Eldon Seck explained the landscaping to be done
on either side of the crossing. Mr. Pierce also stated that the
project was proceeding on or under budget, including landscaping
costs. He added that there would be na separate pathway for bicycles.
ORDINANCE No. 15, Series of 1976, adopting the 1975 National Electric
Code, was introduced on first reading, Diana Toughill explained that
this ordinance- was to replace the 1977 National Electric Code now
in effect. She added that the ordinance included a few minor amend-
ments to the 1975 Cade. Lou Parker and Councilman Ruder questioned
~~ why the new fees were sa high. The Town Attorney stated that the
fees could be reviewed and changed if desired by second reading.
Councilman Ruder moved to approve the ordinance on first reading,
subject to changing the fee structure and to adding a repeal section;
Councilman Heimbach seconded the motion; all present voted in favor;
and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the
ordinance published in full.
ORDINANCE No. l6, Series of 1976, amending the Zoning Ordinance to
permit the grazing of horses in Residential Cluster and Low Density
Multiple Family zones, was introduced on first reading. The Mayor
and the Tawn Attorney explained that since notice of the hearing on
this ordinance had been published, the ordinance had to appear on
the agenda far tonight. They added that since the Council had not
had time to review the ordinance, they may want to table it until
the next regular meeting. Diana Toughill explained that the Community
Development Department had had several requests from property owners
in the Bighorn area to permit grazing in their area. She added that
she had researched the matter and had found that other municipalities
and counties permitted horses without problem, She also had contacted
a local veterinarian and the State Humane Society for recommendations.
Ron Riley, a property owner in the area, added his comments that the
neighborhood appeared to have na objections. Gouncilman Wilto questioned
whether 15 days after notification to adjacent property owners was enough
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15 June 1976
Page Two
time to allow them to respond, noting that lack of response constituted
approval according to the ordinance. He also felt a more precise
definition of "property owner" was necessary, perhaps including
condominium associations as representatives of their member property
owners. The Mayor suggested tabling the ordinance until the next regular
meeting, making the appropriate changes, then hearing the ordinance on
first reading. The Town Manager voiced his objections to allowing
horses within the Town limits again, stating that there was not enough
land in the Bighorn area to allow riding without using the public streets.
He stated, however, that he was willing to try the arrangement for the
summer if the Council wanted to do it. Councilman Heimbach moved to
approve the ordinance on first reading; Councilwoman Klug seconded the
motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried. The Town
Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance published in full.
ORDINANCE Na. 17, Series of 1976, amending the Zoning Ordinance to permit
private clubs in the Medium Density Multiple Family zone as a conditional
use, was introduced on first reading. Diana Toughill also explained
that this amendment was requested by various property owners, namely
the Vail Racquet Club, to allow a bar within their complex. Councilman
. Staufer moved to approve the ordinance on first reading; Councilman Ruder
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance published in full.
RESOLUTION No. 9, Series of 1976, providing for participation in the
Federally subsidized flood insurance program, was introduced and
explained by Dennis Murphy, Environmental Health Officer. He stated
that Eagle County has adopted the Federally subsidized flood insurance
program and has included the Town of Vail.- He added that Resolution
Nos. 9 and lO were necessary for the Town to handle the administrative
aspects of the program. He explained that RESOLUTION No, 10 provides
that all new buildings in flood plain areas must be built to applicable
zoning regulations and that the owners must purchase the flood insurance
in order to qualify for Federal financing. Councilman Ruder asked who
determines where the flood plain lies. Jim Lamont stated that a state
study has determined the area. Councilman Staufer moved to approve
both Resolution No. 9 and Resolution No. 10; Councilman Heimbach
seconded the motion; Councilmen Staufer and Heimbach, Councilwoman Klug,
and the Mayor voted in favor; Councilman Ruder voted against; and
Councilman Wi1to abstained; and the motion carried by a vote of 4-7.
With regard to the Town of Vail's request for a conditional use permit
to allow an ice arena and public facility in a Medium Density Multiple
Family zone and a High Density Multiple Family zone, Merv Lapin asked
what would happen to West Meadow Drive which crosses Site 24. Mr.
Minger stated that it would be relocated slightly, but that it still
would be just a bus and pedestrian route. Mrs. Rosenthal, a condominium
owner in the Vail International building, asked how far the proposed
structure would be located from the Vail International property line.
Mr. Minger replied that the distance would be about 80 feet. Eldon
Beck then explained that the structure was scheduled to be built about
14 feet below current grade and that the design approach was to be
very careful to respect the concerns of the area's residents. Council-
man Heimbach stated that a public presentation by the project's architects
was scheduled for the July 20 regular meeting. Lou Parker stated that if
a condominium building were to be built on Site 24, the building mass
would be much greater than the proposed ice structure; that there would
be much less than 8O feet to the Vail International property line in that
event. Dr. Tom Steinberg reminded the Council that according to a
farmer agreement with Vail Associates, formulated at the time the Town
acquired Site 24, there are certain height restrictions and a provision
that the Town respect the views of neighboring buildings when erecting
a structure on the site. Jim Lamont stated that the Planning Commission
had recommended approval of the Town's request for a conditional use
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• permit. Councilman Wilto then moved to approve the Town's request;
Councilman Staufer seconded the motion; all present voted in favor;
and the motion carried.
With regard to the Interfaith Chapel's request for a conditional
use permit to allow an addition to the Chapel in an Agricultural
zone, Mrs. Toughill explained the Chapel's request and showed its
plans to the Council. There were no questions, and Councilman Ruder
moved to approve the request; Councilwoman Klug seconded the motion;
all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
With regard to Phase T of the Vail Village Inn Special Development
District, Eldon Beck explained that the project was well scaled to
the rest of the village and in keeping with the original architecture.
Diana Toughill stated that the special development district ordinance
provides for the submittal of a complete Environmental Tmpact Statement
before construction is begun. She added-that an ETS had been submitted,
but that more complete information is needed; however Phase I could
begin since the needed data does not affect that portion of the project.
She stated that the additional data is needed by July 31, however.
. Architect Bill Ruoff stated that a fence would be erected between
the construction and East Meadow Drive for safety purposes. Council-
man Wilto moved to approve Phase I, subject to the submittal of an
acceptable EIS by July 31; Councilman Ruder seconded the motion;
Councilman Staufer abstained; a71 others present voted in favor; and
the motion carried.
TOWN MANAGER REPORTS
Mr. Minger reported that two positive cases of plague in Richardson's
ground squirrels have been reported in the Vail area by the State
Department of Wealth. We stated that the disease is transmitted by
the bite of certain fleas .carried by the ground squirrels and is
not usually common to humans .or dogs. He outlined several preventive
measures and stated that the Town is spraying the ground squirrel
colonies to kill the fleas. He asked citizens to call the Town offices
for information and noted that the local veterinarians and the Vail
Clinic are equipped to deal with the disease. He urged public coopera-
tion in controlling pets until the plague is controlled.
TOWN ATTORNEY REPORTS
. Mr. Rider stated that in addition to the p1ague,.the Town is now being
sued by Ma Sell. We explained that because of the Supreme Court decision
in Foster Lumber v. Minturn, which overturned a Minturn occupation tax
as being an unconstitutional "income tax" because it was based on a
percentage of gross receipts, Mountain Be71 has sued a number of
municipalities in the State to have similar taxes on the telephone
utility clarified. He stated that the telephone company, however, seems
to be willing to negotiate contracts for the same fees.
CITIZEN PARTICIPRTION
Rob Buterbaugh asked how the enactment of Ordinance No. 17, pertaining
to private clubs, would affect the Liquor Code. Mr. Rider was not
certain but promised to find out prior to the next regular meeting.
Jim Slevin expressed his objections to the high property assessments
just received from the County Assessor's office. He asked the Council
to consider hiring a tax attorney to protest. Councilman Heimbach felt
that it was not politically a good time to undertake such a protest,
considering the proposed County sales tax, etc, The Town Attorney
. stated that the County is not being arbitrary,'but that by law all
County Assessors had to bring assessments up to the statutory level
this year. He added that each aggrieved taxpayer should protest to
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Page Four
the County and petition for a hearing W which has to be held by June 30,
Merv Lapin added that the Town can lower its mill levy to make up for
the higher assessments. Ne urged everyone who is discontented to
protest to the County, adding that he had found some math errors as
well. He further stated that the Board of Equalization has set the
assessments at 22 z% but that the County had assessed at 30%, so a
reduction was due. St~~n Bernstein, Finance Director, stated that
the Town staff is currently looking at a mill levy change.
l~Jith no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:25 P.M.
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MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
VRIL TOWN COUNCIL
6 JULY 1976
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail,
Colorado, was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, July 6, 1976,
in the Vail Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following councilmembers were present:
Josef Staufer
John Donovan
Kathleen Klug
Bill Heimbach
Sob Ruder
Bill Wilto
Others present included:
• Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Lawrence C. Rider, Town Attorney
ORDINANCE No. 14, Series of 197fi, forming a Local Improvement District
for the streets and ways in the Bighorn area, was introduced on
second reading. The Town Attorney explained again far the record
that the assessments stated in the notice to property owners are
maximum and cannot be increased later on during the project.
Councilman ~ieimbach moved to approve the ordinance on second
reading; Councilwoman K7ug seconded the motion; all present voted
in favor; and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed; to
have the ordinance published.
ORDINANCE No. 15, Series of 1976, was placed at the end of the list
of ordinances to be considered after the Building Official arrived.
ORDINANCE No. 16, Series of 1976, amending the Zoning Ordinance to
provide for the grazing of horses in certain zones, was introduced on
second reading. Diana Toughill explained that the changes requested
by Council on first reading had been incorporated. Macci Carmon;,~
• asked whether or not any existing covenants in the affected zonE~s would
apply. Ms. Toughill stated that she knew of no conflicting covenants.
Councilman Wi1to moved to approve the ordinance on second reading;
Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; all present voted in favor;
and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the
ordinance published in full.
ORDINANCE No. 17, Series of 1976, amending the Zoning Ordinance to allow
private clubs as a conditional use in certain zones, was Introduced on
second reading. Ms. Toughill explained that this ordinance would
allow private clubs as a conditional use in MDMF zones. Councilwoman
Klug moved to approve the ordinance on second reading; Councilman Ruder
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance published. by title
only.
ORDINANCE No. 18, Series of 1976, amending the Zoning Ordinance, Article
14, regarding offstree_t parking__and loading, to allow 7imii:ed changes
of use,, was introduced on first reading. _Ms. Toughill explained that _
the Council had not had sufficient time to study th_e proposed ordinance
and recommended -that the hearing be continued until the next regular
meeting. Councilman Wilto moved to continue the hearing until the
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i next regular meeting on August 3, 1976; Councilman Ruder seconded the
motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
ORDINANCE No. i5, Series of 1976, adopting the 1976 National Electric
Code, was introduced on second reading. The Building Official had not
yet arrived, but the staff offered to answer any questions. Council-
man Ruder still had questions regarding the permit fee. Ms. Toughill
stated that she and the Building Official had earlier discussed lowering
the fee to 9.0 percent for buildings requiring conduit and 5.0 percent
for buildings not requiring conduit. Councilman Ruder was satisfied
with that structure and suggested that the Council adopt the ordinance
on second reading with that change. He then moved to approve the
ordinance on second reading with a change in the permit fee to "9.0
per cent of the total structure valuation if the building requires
conduit by the Code, or 5.0 per cent if the building does not require
conduit by the Code, or the electrical contract price as substantiated
by a copy of the contract if said contract is lower"; Councilman
Donovan seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion
carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance published
in full.
With regard to a request by the Sunbird Lodge for a setback variance
in order to provide pedestrian access to its deck, Ms. Toughill explained
that Vail Associates had granted approval for such access to encroach
upon their property. She added that both the Planning Commission and
the staff recommended approval of the request. She then explained the
location of the requested change. Jay Peterson, attorney for Sunbird,
stated that the project would serve to help clean up the back area
between Sunbird and the Vail Associates building. Councilman Heimbach
moved to approve the request; Councilman Wilto seconded the motion;
all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
With regard to a request by Horst Abraham for a setback variance to add
an entry wa.y to his residence, Ms. Toughill explained that both the
Planning Commission and the staff had recommended approval. Councilman
Donovan moved to approve the rea,uest; Councilman Staufer seconded the
motion; a71 present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
With regard to a request by Hugh Hyder far a setback variance fora home
to be constructed on Lot 1, Block 1, Vail Village 8th Filing, Ms. Toughill
stated that both the Planning Commission and the staff had recommended
approval. Jim Lamont suggested that approval be subject to the granting
of an easement to provide for a golf cart path. Councilman Donovan moved
to approve the request subject to the easement; Councilman Wi1to seconded
the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
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With regard to a_request_~the Valhalla for a conditional use Hermit,
architect Gordon Pierce stated that the new owners, Mr. & Mrs. Hill, intend
to make a private club out of the hotel, with a private dwelling on the
top floor. He added that the remodeling would improve the building
structurally, particularly in the area of fire safety. He stated that
the new owners would eventually be applying for a club liquor license,
Ms. Toughill added that the Planning Commission recommended limiting the
dining room to 80 seats. Councilman Donovan moved to approve the request;
Councilman Ruder seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the
motion carried.
Regarding the appointment of a new member to the Local Liquor Licensing
Authority, the Council agreed to table the matter until the next regular
meeting so that each applicant could be interviewed during a work session.
The Town Attorney reported that the Cable TV suit against the Town was now
at trial and that he would have a report to the Council as soon as the
case was resolved.
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Bill Bower complained to the Council about the noise at Clyde's restaurant.
He stated that he notifies the Police Department every night, that the
Police come and warn the owners, that the noise then quiets down, but that
it starts up again within a short time. Police Chief Gary Wall stated that
the Town's nuisance ordinance prohibits noise from open doors, windows,
and loudspeakers - but not from within buildings. Ms. Toughill stated
that the Community Development Department is considering a new Zoning
Ordinance amendment to prohibit a high decibel level, and Mr. Lamont added
that a new State health statute limits noise to 75 decibels. Chief Wall
stated that he would work with Community Development and the Town Attorney
to work out a solution.
The Council received some complaints regarding the location of the new
Lionshead volleyball courts, and Mr. Minger stated that the location was
decided by Vail Associates - that they had given that piece of land to
the Town for volleyball purposes.
Mr. Minger stated that a public session regarding Site 24 would be held
at the regular Council meeting on July 20, 1976.
M Mrs. Klug reminded the public of the "Council~in-residence" schedule and
urged citizens to stop by the Municipal Building during those times.
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:00 P.M.
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REGULAR MEETING
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
20 JULY 1976
The regular meeting of the Toµrn Council of the Tawn of Vail, Colorado,
was convened before a full-house crowd in excess of 200, at 7:30 P.M.,
on Tuesday, July 20, 1976, in the Vail Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor Jahn Dobson and the following councilmembers were present:
Josef Staufer
John Donovan
Kathy K1ug
Bi71 Heimbach
Bill Wilto
Bab Ruder
Others present included:
Terry Minger, Town Manager
Larry Rider, Town Attorney
Stan Bernstein, Finance Director
ORDINANCE No. 18',. Series of. 1,97b, amending the Toning Ordinance, Article 14,
regarding offstreet parking and loading, to allow limited changes of use, and
ORDINANCE No. 19, Series of 1976, comprehensively amending the Zoning Ordinance,
were introduced on first reading. Mayor Dobson declared the public hearing on
both ordinances oven and then requested a motion to aostpone action on them
until the next regular meeting in order to spend more time discussing Site 24.
Councilman Heimbach moved to table both ordinances until the first meeting in
August; Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and
the motion carried.
RESOLUTION No. 11, Series of 1976, approving the Town of Vail/State Highway
Department contract regarding the I-7O Overpass, was introduced by Terry Minger.
He explained that this resolution had to be dealt with tonight and that it
authorized him to sign the contract whereby the Town would accept X2$3,220
in Federal funds as approximately 80% of the cost of the overpass. Councilman
Donovan moved to approve the resolution; Councilman Staufer seconded the motion;
all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
• U1ith regard to Vail Associates' request for resubdivision of Tract E, Vail
Village 11th Filing, Diana Toughill explained that the resubdivision would be
for residential lots and that the Planning Commission had unanimously recommended
approval. Councilman Wi1to moved to approve the resubdivision: Councilman
Donovan seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
TIDE VATL CENTER PROJECT
Mayor Dobson introduced the presentation regarding the Vail Center Project on
Site 24. He briefly outlined the design process involving staff, Council, and
consultants, and hoped that the Vail Center would bring the community together
spiritually.
Mr. Minger stated that he hoped through the presentation to answer several
rumors regarding height, cost, how to pay for the structure, etc. He mentioned
that the Vail Center was a continuation of the Vail Plan and briefly reviewed the
design criteria for the ice arena/conference center/mufti-purpose facility. He
stated .that .three- alternai;ives would be_addressed during thq_~resentation:
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_ the catenary desgn_{one building); a tr_aditanal approach; and the catenarv ti~rith
_~_ _~ an adjacent Smaller bu~ldina, to house a convention center. He then introduced
Jim Lamont who discussed the concept as it relates to the Vail Plan.
Mr. Lamont discussed the projected future growth of Vail and the need for the
multi-purpose facility as well as other neighborhood recreational facilities.
He stated that the Vail Center would serve as a link between the original
Vail and newer Lionshead areas
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. The Mayor then introduced Eldon Beck, Royston, Hanamoto, Beck & Abey, who
addressed the landscape concept of the project. He explained the Vail Plan
concept of Town-wide landscaping and Town-wide recreational facilities. He
stated that he wanted to see the same effect on Site 24 as at the Transportation
Center. He added that he had na detailed landscaping plan for Site 24 as ,yet
and would not develop one until the architectural plan was established.
The Mayor introduced Dale Sprankle, Ernest J. Kump Associates, who discussed
the architectural concept. Mr. Sprankle began by going over the site plan.
He stated that site restrictions and covenants left only the area near the
Vail International building for locating a structure. He addressed the cost
increases required to make the facility multi-ourpose in order to house con-
ventions, etc. Ne stated that the bus route had been re-routed through the
center of the site, then explained the catenary model. He stated that the
catenary structure would be a permanent building, not a tent-type structure,
and explained the building scale in relation to neighboring buildings. He
stated that the highest spire would be 65 feet high; the next highest would
be 55 feet high, and the saddle between the spires would be 30 feet high,
but that an ice arena is a large space and would need a large building to house
it. He added that a rectangular structure would be far bulkier. He stated that
the building would be cut into the site as much as feasible and that the ice
• would be 16 feet below grade. He pointed out that there would be no entrance
on the Vail International side of the building and that the area between the
two buildings would be landscaped. Mr. Sprankle then reviewed the charts he
had posted regarding. the estimated cost of each of_the three alternative _ _
approaches. Plan T would cost about $4,170,000 less the $350,000 anonymous_._
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~~ gift; Plan II would cast about $3,418,000 less the $350,,000; and p1_ar~_ITI wi~h_
two structures rather i;han one, would cost about $4,274,000 less the $350,000.
The Mayor then introduced Randy Brandmeyer of the Vail Resort Association who
discussed the results of a poll the VRA had conducted of its member businesses.
Mr. Brandmeyer stated that of 111 businesses palled, the majority of them
preferred the multi-purpose concept of two buildings, one the arena and the
other a conference center to be located on Site 24, and the added that the VRA
strongly endorsed Khan III.
The Mayor next introduced Stan Bernstein, Finance Director, to discuss the
financing plan for the project. Mr. Bernstein had orepared a financial analysis
and explained it page-by-page with the audience. He stated that the Town of
Vail could definitely afford an additional $3-4 million bonded indebtedness~__
and that with the ~aotentia1 banquet revenues of Plan ITi, theTToti~rn would be
• assuming little financial risk on the project,
The Mayor next introduced Daniel Herrington, Boettcher & Company, to discuss
the bond issue. Mr. Herrington explained that he would address two o,uestions:
1. Haw much additional debt could the Town of Vail afford:.. and 2. Could that
debt be successfully marketed? He stated that in answer to the first question,
the Town could easily afford $6-7 million additional debt. In answer to the
second question, he stated that it would be possible for Vail successfully to
market $4 million right now and that he felt the gondola accident would not
hamper Vail`s ability to generate skier dollars.
The time was 9:55 P.M., and the Mayor announced a twenty-minute recess.
The meeting was reconvened at 10:15 P.M., and Mr. Minger explained Plan TII in
mare detail, stating that it included a smaller, 20,000 square foot facility
to complement the ice arena. He added that the smaller building would be used
to cater and house conventions, and far the performing and participating arts,
The P9ayor then opened the floor for questions and comments. There were many
questions regarding revenue sources and cost of operation and several statements
of support for the multi-purpose, two buildings concept of Plan ITT. Bob
Kendall asked if the December 31 deadline set by the anonymous donor for having
the ice ready could be met, and Mr. Minger stated that it could. Pat Carmony
felt that by building a convention center the Town would be competing with the
lodges and existing convention facilities, and he felt that would be wrong,
There was a question whether there could be two questions on the bond election
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ballot - one for the ice arena portion and the other for the convention center.
Mr. Minger stated that there could be two questions.. Jim Bartlett of Vail
Associates felt that Mr. Bernstein's projections were reasonable but suggested
creating a surplus fund in case of a bad year. Ted Kindel suggested finishing
the ice first then re-evaluating the bond election when a few unknoams were
resolved, like the proposed County sales tax. There were several questions
regarding the catenary structure itself. Mr. P9artin Shore, speaking on behalf
of several Vail International owners suggested mov7ng the facility to the
southern end of Site 24 so as not to interfere with Vail International's views.
He also stated that according to an existing Town of Vai1/Vai1 Associates
agreement regarding site restrictions, the height of any building would be
limited to 35 feet, and he asked the Council not to exceed that limit. Mr.
Sprankle stated that the height of the spires could not be lowered if the
. catenary design was to be retained and that the northerly location on the site
was preferable. FEe added that alternative 'Forms for'~the building, such as
a rectangular farm, would be mare restrictive of Vail Tnternationa7's view
corridors than the catenary. F!e stated that the 35 feet would be measured as
an average height from the highest point to the lowest. David Gorsuch asked
if such~a structure had ever been built in snow country and what contractor
was capable of building it. Mr. Sprankle answered that he had complete confidence
in the engineering .and that it was not a complicated building construction--wise
even though few contractors have dealt with it. George Knox, Jr, stated that
he did not want to see a convention. center on Site 24 and asked the Council just
to build an ice arena, and several others agreed. The Mayor stated that the
three plans under consideration seemed to answer most of the community"'s needs,
but added that the Council will continue to look for solutions. In response
to a question from Roger Ti1kemeier regarding the projects zoning, Mr. Minger
stated that a special development district would have to be established and
that the parking would be handled by the existing Lionshead lots. In response
to a question from Lou Meskeman, Mr. Sprankle stated that $1,200,000 would be
required just to cover the ice, without the additional amenities. Many present
urged the Council to hold a special referendum to determine just what the Town's
citizens really want prior to a bond election. Mr. Rider stated that a referen-
dum would be possible.
The Mayor then asked far comments from the members of the Council; Councilman
Wi1to felt the community and the Council needed to continue to work together;
Councilman Ruder felt that the Council was sensitive to the public's feelings;
Councilman Staufer favored a referendum; Councilman Donovan felt a year round
facility was necessary to help the summer economy; Councilwoman Klug supported
Plan III incorporating the convention center; Councilman Heimbach recommended
two separate questions on the ballot.
Mayor Dobson wrapped up the evening by commending the design team for its hard
work and made a plea for community cooperation and compromise.
With no further business, Councilman Donovan moved to adjourn at 12:30 A.M.
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REGULAR MEETING
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
3 AUGUST 1975
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado,
was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, August 3, 1975, in the Vail
Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following councilmembers were present:
Josef Staufer
John Donovan
Kathleen Klug
Bill Heimbach
Bob Ruder
Sill Wilto
Others present included:
Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Lawrence C. Rider, Town Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 18, Series of 1976, making supplemental appropriations in
the total amount of $246,100.00, was introduced on first reading. Stan
Bernstein, Finance Director, explained that the funds would be used for
increased library salaries, the Colorado Rivers Council, the Buddy Werner
League, the AIP energy conference sponsored by the Town, fees relating
to Serendipity Singers' litigation, Xerox services, telephone services,
improvements to the Nature Centre, Comprehensive Planning and Mapping,
acoustical baffles for the Vail Institute and erection of their tent,
East Meadow Drive pedestrianization, overflow parking facilities, Site
24 matters, Antholz Park improvements, completion of the Tract A athletic
field, the Lionshead volleyball courts, and basketball standards.
Councilman Donovan moved to approve the ordinance on first reading;
Councilman Staufer seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and
the motion carried. The Tawn Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance
published.
ORDINANCE NO. 19, Series of 1975, amending the Town's Zoning Ordinance,
was introduced on first reading. Diana Toughill, Zoning Administrator,
explained that the ordinance would correct certain technical errors and
make a few administrative changes as well as create a Public Use District
for public property areas. Design Review Board member, Lou Parker, cited
several errors in wording and definitions. Ms. Toughill was instructed
to review and correct, if necessary, those provisions prior to second
reading. Councilman Donovan noted that the ordinance represented some
major changes and urged all interested to read it thoroughly prior to
second reading. Councilman Donovan then moved to adopt the ordinance on
first reading; Councilman Wi1to seconded the motion; all present voted in
favor; and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the
ordinance published.
With regard to the Vail Today and Tomorrow Goals Committees report, the
Town Manager gave a brief history of the Goals process. He stated that
the Goals document was a condensation of the combined reports of the six
Goals Committees. FIe added that the Town of Vail would like to adopt the
Goals document at the same level it adopts and implements growth plans.
Allen Gerstenberger, staff liaison for the Goals Committees, asked far
_participa_tion and suaaestions. Jim Slevin asked when the process would be
complete and requested a "point of departure" date. Mr. Gerstenberger
stated that the process could be completed as early as_the_next meeting
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• With regard to 1976-77 winter ski operations, Jim Bartlett of Vail
Associates, Inc. outlined summer plans prior to the Gondola II accident.
He stated that changes resulting from the accident involved replacing
the cable on Gondola Ii, which should be complete by December 21, 1976,
and replacing Gondola I altogether with two double chair7ifts, to be
ready by the opening of the i976~77 season. Vail Villager reporter
Peter Eichstaedt asked the Forest Service's opinion regarding the changes,
and Mr. Bartlett stated that the Forest Service had some reservations
regarding the increase in the uphill capacity.
Regarding the appointment of a member to the Liquor Licensing Authority,
_____by secret bal.1ot,__the Council chose Pocky Walker to fill the post.
Regarding the appointment of a member to the Planning Commission, also
b~+ secret ballot, the_Council chose Sandy Mills to fill the vacancy.
With regard to an appeal of the Zoning Administrator's decision regarding
the Joseph A. Riggs residence, Diana Toughill stated that Mr. Riggs had
requested that the appeal be deferred to a later date. The Council agreed.
Regarding a request by the Landmark for a setback variance to build a roof
over its walkway, Mrs. Toughill showed the Council a set of plans far the
proposed roof. She stated that both the Planning Commission and the
Community Development staff unanimously recommended approval, Councilman
Donovan moved to approve the request; Councilman Ruder seconded the motion;
all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
Regarding a request by Ski Club Vail for a conditional use permit to locate
its proposed club building at Golden Peak in an Agricultural zone, Mrs.
Toughill showed the Council those plans. She stated that the building
would be 3,000 square feet. Councilman Staufer asked where the parking
was proposed to go, and Ski Club representatives stated that they did not
need nor want parking. Councilman Wilto then moved to approve the request;
Councilman Ruder seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the
motion carried.
With regard to a request by Bill Fisher to rezone Lot ~, Block 1, Bighorn
i Third Addition from Low Density Multiple Family to Residential Cluster.
Mrs. Toughill explained that the Planning. Commission had recommended
approval. Councilman Donovan moved to approve the rezoning; Councilman
Heimbach seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion
carried.
With regard to a request by Vail Associates, Inc, for rezoning and resub-
division of Lot 27, Block 2, Vail Village 13th Filing, Mrs. Toughill
explained that the proposal would be a downzoning from Low Density
Multiple Family to Residential.
She added that the Planning Commission had recommended approval. Council-
man Heimbach moved to approve the requests; Councilwoman Klug seconded the
motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
TOWN MANAGER REPORTS
Mr. Minger announced that the Bighorn paving was set to begin.
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Councilman Staufer urged the Council to ask the School Board to open the
new K-4 school this coming school year rather than in 1977 as proposed.
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School Board member, Roger Tilkemeier, stated that the Meadow Mountain
school was not now overcrowded and that to open the new school mid-year
would be too disruptive for the children.
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
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SPECIAL MEETING
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
24 AUGUST 1976
A special meeting of the Town Council of the TbUr~ of Vail, Colorado,
was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, August 24, 1976, in the Vail
Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor Pro Tem Josef Staufer and the following counci1members were
present:
John Donovan
Bill Heimbach
Kathy K1ug
Bill Wi7to
Others present included:
• Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Larry Rider, Town Attorney
ORDINANCE No. 18, Series of 1976, making supplemental appropriations
from the General Fund, the Open Space/Capital Improvements Fund and
the Recreation Amenities Fund, was introduced on second reading. The
Town Manager stated that this ordinance was to cover a large number
of projects not yet appropriated for. Councilman Donovan moved to
approve the ordinance on second reading; Councilwoman K1ug seconded
the motion; a71 present voted in favor; and the motion carried. The
Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance published by title
only.
ORDINANCE No. 19, Series of 1976, amending the zoning Ordinance, was
introduced on second reading. The Town Attorney explained that the
typographical errors Hated by Lou Parker Uas been corrected for second
reading on this ordinance creating a Public Use District and making
certain administrative changes. Councilman Wilto moved to approve the
ordinance on second reading; Councilman Donovan seconded the motion;
all present voted in favor; and the motion carried. The Town Clerk
was instructed to have the ordinance published in full.
. ORDINANCE No. 20, Series of 1976, regarding the Town Cade, was
introduced as an emergency ordinance. Mr. Rider explained that this
ordinance was the first step in publishing the codification of all
Town of Vail ordinances. He stated that the ordinance would authorize
the printer to begin printing the Code around October 1, 1976, and he
added that the early date necessitated passing this ordinance as an
emergency. Councilman Donavan moved to approve the ordinance as an
emergency; Councilman Wilto seconded the motion; all present voted in
favor; and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have
the ordinance published in full.
ORDINANCE No. 21, Series of 1976, expressly repealing certain ordinances
with regard to the Town Code, was introduced on first reading, Mr.
Rider explained that this ordinance was a specific repealer of outdated
or superseded ordinances of the Town, discovered during codification of
the Town's ordinances. Councilman Donovan moved to approve the ordinance
on first reading; Councilwoman Klug seconded the motion; all present
voted in favor; and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to
have the ordinance published in full.
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ORDINANCE No. 22, Series of 1976, making a supplemental appropriation
from the General Fund, was introduced on first reading. Stan Bernstein
explained that the $2,200 appropriation was to extend the Vail Cantempra
Brass Consort's summer contract far two more weeks. He added that in
the future the Council intends to make supplemental appropriations in
small sums every month or so rather than lumping several appropriations
together into a large sum a few times a year. Councilman Wilta moved
to approve the ordinance on first reading; Councilman Heimbach seconded
the motion; a17 present voted in favor; and the motion carried. The
Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance published in full.
RESOLUTION No. 12, Series of 1976, awarding the bid to Kirchner and
Moore regarding the competitive sale of I-7O overpass bonds in the
amount of $300,000, was introduced. Loring Harkness of Demuth and
Eiberger explained that a public sale of the bonds had been held; four
bids had been submitted, and Kirchner and Moore had submitted the lowest
bid at 6.53% interest. Councilman Donovan moved to approve the resolution;
Councilman Heimbach seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and
the motion carried.
i RE5OLUTION No. 13, Series of 1976, regarding the public sale of Special
Assessment District bonds and authorizing notice thereof, was introduced.
Mr. Bernstein explained that this resolution was in regard to the Bighorn
paving prod ect and announced a public sale of the bonds to be held on
September 17, 1976. Councilman Wilto moved to approve the resolution;
Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and
the motion carried.
RESOLUTION No. 14, Series of 1976, regarding the design of the structure
of the ice arena portion of Site 24, was introduced. Mr. Minger stated
that the resolution spells out the Council's instructions to the Kump
firm, directing the architectural design of the structure to move ahead.
Councilman Donovan moved to approve the resolution; Councilman Heimbach
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
Mayor Pro Tem Staufer then suggested that the discussion move to item
10 on the agenda, leaving the Site 24 design discussion for the last item.
With regard to the Vail Racquet Glub's request for a conditional use
permit, Diana Toughill explained that the request was for a private club
• as a conditional use under the new Zoning Ordinance amendment. She added
that the Planning Commission had unanimously recommended approval,
Councilwoman Klug moved to approve the request; Councilman Heimbach
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried,
With regard to the Cornice's request for a conditional use permit, Mrs.
Toughill requested a postponement from the Council. Councilman Donovan
moved to table the request; Councilwoman Klug seconded the motion; all
present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
With regard to the appointment of a Town Prosecutor, Mr. Rider stated
that he had interviewed all seven applicants: George Rosenberg, Kathy
Schindelar, Cyrus Allen, Jim ~acabson, Sohn Willard, and Larry Eskwith,
and recommended that the Council appoint Larry Eskwith for a six-month
term. Mr. Rider stated that the new Prosecutor's role would include
prosecuting Municipal Court cases and appeals and advising the Municipal
Court. Councilman Donovan moved to appoint Mr. Eskwith Town Prosecutor;
Councilman Wilto seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and
the motion carried.
TOWN MANAGER REPORTS
• Mr. Minger asked how a public statement regarding the Goals results and
recommendations might best be handled, and Mr. Rider suggested that it
be done by resolution,
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TOWN ATTORNEY REPORTS
Mr. Rider announced that the District Judge had ruled not to stop the
August 31 County Sales Tax election. Mayor Pro Tem Staufer stated that
the Town Council will take a position in opposition to the proposed
sales tax and will urge the public to vote "no". He added that the
questions involved were a 1% sales tax to go entirely to the County
or a 2% sales tax, 1% of which would be returned to the towns.
The discussion returned to Site 24, and Mr. Staufer introduced Dale
Sprankle of Kiamp Associates, San Francisco. Mr. Sprankle explained that
the proposed catenary structure had been reduced in size; that the spires
had been lowered by 6 to S feet; and that the structure as proposed now
meets the 35 foot average height restriction for Site 24. He stated
that catenary engineer Frei Otto had met with the Council during the
Symposium to determine if the design could be reduced in size, He also
explained a more traditional design and displayed models of each for
the public's convenience. He stated that he felt the cable net blends
best with the landscape. We finished his discussion with a slide
presentation showing all aspects of Existing cable net structures.
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:00 P.M.
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~o-- REGiJl.AR MEETING
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
7. SEPTEMBER 1976
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado,
was convened at 7:30 p.M.on Tuesday, September 7, 1976, in the Vail
Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following cauncilmembers were present:
Josef Staufer
John Donovan
Bi17 Heimbach
Bob Ruder
Others present included:
Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Larry Rider, Town Attorney
ORDINANCE No. 27, Series of 1976, expressly repealing certain ordinances
with regard to the Town Code, was introduced on second reading. Mr.
Rider explained that this ordinance repeals certain ordinances superseded
or in conflict with the Town Code. Councilman Donovan moved to ap~arove
the ordinance on second reading; Councilman Staufer-seconded the motion;
all present voted in favor; and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was
-~ i~nstruc~ed i:o have the ordinance published by title only.
ORDINANCE No. 22, Series of 1976, making a supplemental appropriation from
the General Fund, was introduced on second reading. The Mayor explained
that the appropriation was to extend the Vail Contempra Brass Consort's
_-summer contract. Councilman Ruder moved to approve the ordinance on second
reading; Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; all present voted in favor;
and the motion carried. The Town Cleric was instructed to have the ordinance
published by title only.
ORDINANCE No. 23, Series of 1976. regarding short term borrowing, was
introduced on first reading. Mr. Bob Bacchus, bond attorney, read the
title of this enablish legislation into the record: "An ordinance to
contract a special and limited obligation on behalf of the Town of Vail,
Colorado, by issuing its short-term notes in the aggregate principal amount
not exceeding $500,000.00 in anticipation of the collection of sales tax
revenues far the months of November and December, 1976, said notes to
mature on or before May 31, 1977, for the purpose of defraying current
expenses and meeting current contractual obligations of the Town; prescribing
the form of said short-term notes; and providing for the collection and
application of sales tax revenues of the Town of Vail to pay said short-
term notes and the interest thereon; providing an agreement by the Town to
continue the levy of its sales tax for the months of November and December,
1976 to provide revenues to pay said short-term notes, including but not
limited to covenants and agreements in connection therewith, and repealing
all ordinances in conflict herewith." Councilman Donovan moved to approve
the ordinance on first reading; Councilman Staufer seconded the motion; all
present voted in favor; and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed
to have the ordinance published in full.
ORDINANCE No. 24, Series of 1976, regarding Interstate-7D overpass bonds,
was introduced on first reading. Mr. Bacchus again read the title into
the record: "An ordinance to contract an indebtedness an behalf of the
Town of Vail, Colorado, and upon the credit thereof, by issuing General
--- Obligation Bonds of said Town in the principal amount of $300,000 for the
purpose of paying, in whole or in part, the cost of acquiring, constructing
and equipping a pedestrian overpass and site therefor, together with all
necessary incidentals; prescribing the form of said bonds; and providing
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for the levy of taxes and for
the Town of Vail to pay said
man Heimbach moved to approve
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carried. The Town Clerk was
in full.
the application of sales tax revenues of
bonds and the interest thereon." Council-
the ordinance on first reading; Councilman
all present voted in favor; and the motion
instructed to have the ordinance published
ORDINANCE No. 25, Series of 1976, regarding a supplemental appropriation
from the General Fund and the Open Space/Capital Improvements Fund, was
introduced on first reading. The Town Manager explained that these
appropriations had been previously approved by the Council and were
$4,000 for publication of the Town's Zoning Ordinance, $75,000 for air
conditioning for the VRA space in the Transportation Center ($5,000 to
be paid by the Town and $10,000 to be reimbursed by the VRR), and $54,000
to replaces two bridges in Bighorn. Councilman Ruder moved to approve
the ordinance on first reading; Councilman Donavan seconded the motion;
all present voted in favor; and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was
instructed to have the ordinance published in full.
ORDINANCE No. 26, Series of 1976, regarding advanced refunding of General
Obligation Bonds, was introduced on first reading. Stan Bernstein. explained
that the ordinance provides for a debt restructuring~~ of the Town's parking
structure bonds and land acquisition bonds. He added that the Town would
be realizing a $284,000 present value savings. Mr. Bacchus read the title
of the ordinance into the record: "An ordinance authorizing the sale and
issuance of general obli ation refunding bonds, dated November 1, 1976, in
the principal amount of 6,345,000, of the Town of Vail, Colorado, for the
purpose of refunding general obligation bonds, series March 1, 1974,
outstanding in the amount of $5,485,000 and general obligation bonds,
series December 7, 1975, outstanding in the amount of $860,000; providing
for the establishment of an escrow account for the payment and redemption
of the outstanding bonds to be refunded; prescribing the form of said bonds;
providing for the levy of taxes and for the application of certain sales
tax revenues to pay said refunding bonds and the interest thereon; and
prescribing other details in connection therewith". Councilman Donovan
moved to approve the ordinance on first reading; Councilman Heimbach
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance published in full.
RESOLUTION N0. 15, Series of 1976, regarding the Bighorn street assessment
bands, was introduced by Mr. Bacchus who read the title into the record:
"Concerning the public sale of Special Assessment bonds of the Town of Vail,
for Town of Vail, Colorado, Street Improvement District No. 1, and authorizing
notice thereof". He explained that the resolution concerned $570,000 in bonds.
Councilman Donovan stated in answer to some accusations that he has no financial
interest in this contract. Councilman Ruder moved to approve the resolution;
Councilman Heimbach seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the
motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the resolution published
in full.
RESOLUTION No, 16, Series of 1976, regarding sale of the Gable TV sustem and
assignment of the franchise, was introduced. Jim Lamont explained that the
resolution regarded the sale of the franchise to Frank Thompson from CTI:,
that Mr. Thompson had been investigated and found to be of good character and
experience and with a sound financial background. He added that the Planning
Commission had recommended approval of the sale. Councilman FEeimbach moved
to approve the resolution; Councilman Ruder seconded the motion: a17 present
voted in favor; and the motion carried.
RESOLUTION No. 17, Series of 1976, regarding use of the K-4 elementary school,
was introduced. Mr. Minger explained that the resolution authorizes the Town
Manager to sign an agreement between the Town and the School District for the
Town to use the gymnasium and the stage during non-school hours in return for
the Town's donating the land for the school site. He added that the agreement
included use of one meeting room and a weight room. Councilman Donovan moved
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to approve the resolution; Councilman Staufer seconded the motion; a71 present
. voted in favor: and the motion carried.
RESOLUTION No. 18, Series of 1976, regarding the Town's "Goals and Objectives",
was introduced. Mr. Minger explained that the resolution would adopt the
Goals Statement and so direct future policy. The Mayor commended the numerous
people who had spent many hours on the document. Councilman Heimbach maned to
approve the resolution; Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; all present
voted in favor; and the motion carried.
With regard to A & D Enterprises` request for a conditional use permit, Diana
Toughill explained that the applicant had asked that the matter be deferred to
the Planning Commission far further study prior to being presented to the Council.
With regard to the Cornice's request for a conditional use permit, Ms. Toughill
explained that the applicant also had asked that the matter be deferred to the
Planning Commission for further study.
With regard to AAA Acme Haircutting Ca.'s request fora conditional use permit,
Ms. Toughill explained that the request was to convert farmer office space in
the Mill Creek Court Building into a hairdressing shop. She added that both
the Planning Commission and the staff recommended approval. Councilman Staufer
moved to approve the request; Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; all present
voted in favor; and the motion carried.
Ulith regard to the Lodge at Lionshead's request for a building hulk variance and
fora parking variance for six cars, Ms, Toughill stated that the Planning Com~
mission and the staff both recommended approval. Councilman Donovan moved to
approve the request on the condition that if the parking spaces were needed in
the fui;ure, the would be installed at the ov~ner's expense; Councilman Staufer
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
With regard to Ms. Jvnine M. Hixon`s request for a three foot setback variance
to build a deck onto her residence, Ms, Toughill stated that both Planning Com-
mission and staff recommended approval. Councilman Ruder moved to approve the
request; Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; all present voted in favor;
and the motion carried.
With regard to East Ifai1 Lodging's request for rezoning, Ms. Taughil7 stated
that the request was to dawnzone Lot 3, Block 9 and the South l/2 of Lot 1,
Block 3, Bighorn Third Addition from MDMF to Agricultural, and added that both
Planning Commission and staff recommended approval.. Councilman Staufer moved
to approve the request; Councilman Heimbach seconded the motion; all present
voted in favor; and the motion carried. Councilman Donavan requested that in
the future a representative of any applicant be present when the request is
heard before the Council.
With regard to Fitzhugh Scott's request far an encroachment onto Town of Vail
property for the proposed. Vail Athletic Club, Ms. Toughill stated that the
applicant requested that the matter be heard at a later date.
With regard to the applicant's appeal of the Zoning Administrator's decision
regarding the Riggs house, Ms. Toughill stated that the appellant requested
the matter to be deferred until the next meeting.
With regard to Crossroads Cinema's request far a joint parking agreement,
Mr. Lamont explained that the joint agreement would allow seven additional
seats far the proposed twin cinema. The Cinema submitted a letter stating
that the cinema and the shopping area would utilize the same parking spaces
but at different times of the day. Councilman Heimbach moved to approve the
joint agreement; Councilman Ruder seconded the motion; all present voted in
favor; and the motion carried.
;- With regard to the appointment of a Planning Commission member to the Design
Revievr Board, the Planning Commission requested that member Gerry White be
appointed as the revolving member of the Design Review Board. Councilman
Donovan moved to appoint Mr, White; Councilman Staufer seconded the motion;
all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
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TOWN MANAGER REPORTS
~ Councilman Staufer asked what the status of the County Sales Tax election
results was. Bob Manzanares stated that he sat in on the counting as a
Watcher and that it .seems the vote was inconclusive, and the results could
not be determined. He added that the Canvas Board's decision was that there
could be no decision. A heated discussion ensued, and the Mayor stated that
the results indicated confusion and felt that the Town should request that the
results be made public. County Attorney George Rosenberg outlined the problems
in counting the votes, citing a confusing ballot as the major problem.
With na conclusions established regarding the voting and no further business,
Councilman Donovan moved to adjourn at 9:15 P.M.
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REGULAR MEETING
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
21 SEPTEMBER 1976
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado,
was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, September 21, 1976, in the Vail
Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following councilmembers were present:
Josef Staufer
John Donovan
Kathy Klug
Bi11 Heimbach
Bob Ruder
Bill Wi1to
Others present included:
7erre1l J. Minger, Tawn Manager
Larry Rider, Town Attorney
ORDINANCE No. 23, Series of 1976, regarding short-term borrowing, was
introduced on second reading. Mr. Stan Bernstein explained that the
ordinance had been amended from first reading by bond-attorney Loring
Harkness Loring Harkness to.!pledge saes tax revenues from
January and February 1977 toward the short-term notes. He stated that
the Bank of Vail had asked for additional security. Councilman
Donovan moved to approve the ordinance as amended on second reading;
Councilman Staufer seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and
the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance
published in full because of the amendment.
ORDINANCE No, 24, Series of 1976, regarding I-70 overpass bonds, was
introduced on second reading. Mr. Bernstein explained that this ordinance
awarded the sale of bands to Kirchner and Moore at 6.53% interest. He
added that the bands were being sold now because the Town was about
$60,000 into the project. Mr. Minger and Mr. Kent Rose stated that the
present design may go over budget, but that additional Federal funds may
be a possibility. The ordinance was then read by the entire title: "An
ordinance to contract an indebtedness on behalf of the Town of Vail,
Colorado, and upon the credit thereof, by issuing General Obligation Bonds
of said Town in the principal amount of $300,000 for the purpose of paying,
in whale or in part, the cost of acquiring, constructing and equipping a
pedestrian overpass and site therefor, together with all necessary
incidentals; prescribing the form of said bonds; and providing for the
levy of taxes and for the application of sales tax revenues of the Town
of Vail to pay said bonds and the interest thereon." Councilman Ruder
moved to approve the ordinance on second reading; Councilman Donovan
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance published by title
only.
ORDINANCE No. 25, Series of 1976, making supplemental appropriations
from the General Fund and the Open Space/Capital Improvements Fund, was
introduced on second reading. Mr. Bernstein explained that the appro-
priations were for publication of the Zoning Ordinance, air conditioning
for the VRA space in the Vail Transportation Center, and to rebuild two
bridges in Bighorn. Councilwoman Klug moved to approve the ordinance on
second reading; Councilman Heimbach seconded the motion; all present
voted in favor: and the motion carried, The Town Clerk was instructed to
have the ordinance published by title only.
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ORDINANCE No. 26, Series of 1976, "An Ordinance authorizing the sale and issuance
of general obligation refdnding bonds, dated November 1, 1976, in the principal
amount of $6,345,000, of the Town of Vail, Colorado, for the purpose of refunding
eneral obligation bands, series March 1, 1974, outstanding in the amount of
5,485,000 and general obligation bonds, series December 1, 1975, outstanding
in the amount of $860,000; providing for the establishment of an escrow account
for the payment and redemption of the outstanding bonds to be refunded; prescribing
the form of said bonds; providing for the levy of taxes and for the application
of certain sales tax revenues to pay said refunding bands and the interest thereon;
and prescri_bin~ _other details_in connection therewith", was introduced on second
reading, and the t~t1e wasTread into the record. Mr. Bernstein explained several
routine amendments to clarify the ordinance, He added that the refunding will
save the Town $600,000 in debt service over the next five years. He also announced
that Bosworth-Sullivan was the lowest bidder for the bonds. Councilwoman Kluq
moved to approve the ordinance on second reading; Councilman Heimbach seconded
the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried. The Town Clerk
was instructed to have the ordinance published in full.
ORDINANCE No. 27, Series of 1976, authorizing the issuance of Special Assessment
District bonds, was introduced on first reading. Mr. Minger read the title into
the record: "An ordinance authorizing the issuance of Special Rssessment bonds
of the Town of Vail, Colorado, in the principal amount of $540,000, for Town of
Vail, Colorado, Street Improvement District No, 1; prescribing the farm of said
bonds; providing for payment of the principal thereof and the. interest thereon;
and making pro vision for other matters relating. thereto". He explained the
expenses relating to the Special Improvement District to date and stated that
the Town of Vail would save $280,000 over the life of the bonds. Councilman
Heimbach moved to approve the ordinance on first reading; Councilman Ruder
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried, The
Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance published in full.
ORDINANCE No. 28, Series of 1976, amending Ordinance No. 9, Series of 1975,
increasing application fees far liquor and fermented malt beverage licenses,
was introduced on first reading. ~4r. Rider stated that the license fees had
been changed by the 1976 General Assembly and that this ordinance ~rou1d bring
the Town up to date with the Statutes. Councilman Donovan moved to approve the
ordinance an first reading; Councilman ~li1to seconded the motion; all present
voted in favor; and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have
the ordinance published in full.
RESOLOTION Na, 79, Series of 1976, awarding purchase contract for Special
Assessment District bonds, was introduced and explained by hir. Bernstein.
He stated that the resolution G~~ould award the contract to Boettcher & Co.,
who Wd5 the lowest bidder at 8.5%. He also read the title of the resolution
into the record: "A resolution awarding the purchase contract far Special
Assessment bonds of the Town of Vail in the total principal amount of $540,000,
for Town of Vail, Colorado, Street Improvement District; No. 1 to the best bidder
therefor", Councilman Donovan moved to approve the resolution; Councilwoman
Klug seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
The Town Clerk was instructed to have the resolution published in fu1T.
With regard to A & D Enterprises request for a conditional use permit, dim
Lamont explained that A & D wished to use residence space above the Liquor
Store for office space, stating that the residential space, fronting on the
corner of Bridge Street and Gore Creek Drive, was too noisy far residential use
anyway. He stated that the Planning Commission had recommended approval.
Councilman Staufer feared that an unwise precedent would be set, but Mr. Rider
stated that a precedent would not be binding. Councilman Donovan moved to deny
the request; Councilman Staufer seconded the motion; the vote was 4-3 against
the motion; and the motion failed. Councilman Heimbach then moved to grant
the request; Councilman Wilto seconded the motion; the vote was 4-3 in favor
of the motion with Councilmen Donavan, Staufer and Ruder voting against; and
the motion carried.
With regard to the Cornice's request for a conditional use permit, Diana
Toughill explained that the reauest was to use one of the apartments for a
real estate and on-site management office. She added that the Planning Commis-
sion and the staff had both recommended denial of the request. Councilman
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Donovan moved to approve the request fora conditional use permit without
parking, subject to approval of a.1andscape plan; Councilman Staufer seconded
the motion; the vote was 4-2, with Councilmen Heimbach and .Ruder voting against,
and the motion carried.
With regard to Vail Associates' request fora conditional use permit, Ms.
Toughill stated that the request was to locate Chair l5. Mr. Rider stated
that there was a lawsuit pending, Kindelco v. Vail Associates, regarding the
location for the chairlift, but that the suit did not involve the Town of Vail.
Councilman Donovan then moved to approve the request; Councilman Ruder seconded
the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
With regard to the Medsker residence request for a setback variance, Ms. Toughill
explained that the Planning Commission had recommended approval. Councilman
Donovan moved to approve the request; Councilman Heimbach seconded the motion;
a71 present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
With regard to the Riggs` residence appeal of a Zoning Administrator`s decision
to deny his application to build a garage in an avalanche zone., Mr, Rider stated
that the Tawn of Vail could be held liable if it granted a building permit for
the garage, and it was subsequently destroyed by an avalanche. He added that
the Town could sign an agreement with the Riggs that the Town would not be held
liable if any damage occurred. He did not feel that liability was a major problem.
Councilman Heimbach moved to overturn the Zoning Administrator's decision on the
condition that: 1. a letter be kept on file absolving the Town of Vail from any
liability from avalanche related damage; and 2 the addition be limited to a garage
and an enlarged living room; Councilman Wilto seconded the motion; the vote was
4--2 in favor, with Councilmen Donovan and Staufer voting against; and the motion .
carri ed.
With regard to the U.S. Forest Service report regarding Vail Mountain capacity,
Ernie Nunn stated that Vail Associates has requested increased mountain capacity
in conjunction with replacing Gondola I, and he asked if the Town of Vail really
wanted such an expansion in light of the Growth Management Study. He added that
the Forest Service would not approve the request i'f the Tawn was not in favor of
it, and he felt that the parking situation for additional skiers would have to
be addressed.
With regard to Site 24, E1 don Beck. of Royston,. Hanamoto, Deck and Abey, reviewed
the landscaping plan for the multi-purpose arena site.
With regard to a possible cross country skiing trail, Jill Vig stated that there
was much interest throughout the Valley for such a trail and requested that the
Council authorize a study to determine who would maintain, pay far, etc. such
a trail. Jim Gregg of the Forest Service stated that in some cases there v~rould
be problems with nearby residents over people skiing past their yards. The
Council proposed that Mr. Gregg, Vail Associates and the Town Council sit down
together to discuss the possibilities. Mr. Minger agreed to appoint a staff
member to work with the committee to come up with suggestions.
With regard to the annual report, Mr. Bernstein stated that copies were avail-
able in his office for all interested parties.
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
T!n answer to a question regarding excessive speeding in Sigharn, Chief of Police
Gary Wall stated that the Department had recently stepped enforcement in that
area and had implemented a new signage program.
There was no further business, and the meeting was adjourned at 10,50 P.M.
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REGULAR MEETING
VAiL TOWN COUNCIL
5 OCTOBER 1976
The regular meeting of the Tawn Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado,
was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, October 5, 1976, in the Vail
Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following councilmembers were present:
Bob Ruder
Bi11 Heimbach
Bill Wilto
Kathleen Klug arrived at 8:45 P.M.
Others present included:
Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Larry Rider, Town Rttarney
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
The Town Manager introduced Mr. George Szego, President of InterTechnolagy
Corp, who discussed his organization's Feasibility Studies of Energy
Alternatives for Vail ~- the result of last year`s A.I.P. conference held
in Vail. He discussed the impending shortages of fossil fuel and uranium,
and stated that his studies indicate that the most practical energy direction
for Vail is solar. He recommended that the Town of Vail seek ERDA grant
money to study and pursue the development of solar energy as a viable
alternative. Mr, Minger stated that the Town would need to appropriate
$5,000 to initiate the ERDA request and that a grant application would be
made to ERDA soon. The Mayor stated that a few copies of the report were
available for interested citizens to borrow. Councilman Wilto moved to
appropriate the necessary $5,000; Councilman Ruder seconded the motion;
all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
ORDINANCE No. 27, Series of 1976, authorizing the issuance of Special
Assessment District Bonds, was introduced on second reading. Mr. Minger
explained that the bonds are for the Bighorn paving project which should
be completed by the end of the week. Councilman Heimbach moved to approve
the ordinance on second reading; Councilman Ruder seconded the motion; all
present voted in favor; and the motion carried, The Town Clerk was instructed
to have the ordinance published.
ORDINANCE No. 28, Series of 1976, increasing application fees for liquor
and fermented malt beverage licenses, was introduced on second reading.
The Mayor stated that there had been no changes in this ordinance which
would bring the Town's fees up to date with State statutes. Councilman
Wilto moved to approve the ordinance on second reading; Councilman Ruder
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried,
The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance published by title only.
ORDINANCE No. 29, Series of 1976, making supplemental appropriations from
the Open Space/Capital Improvements Fund, was introduced on first reading.
Mr. Minger and Kent Rose, Public Works Director, explained that there had
been some overruns on Site 24 due to relocating the utilities, saving some
trees, not relocating the Teen Center, for new conduit and a transformer,
and for engineering fees to Frei Otto previously approved by the Council.
The appropriation also includes funds for the completion of the Colorado
Ski Museum. Councilman Heimbach moved to approve the ordinance on first
-_ reading; Councilman Wi1to seconded the motion; all present voted in favor;
and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance
published in full.
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ORDINANCE No. 30, Series of 1976, amending the Cable TV Franchise Ordinance,
was introduced as an emergency ordinance. The Town Attorney explained that
a severance clause had inadvertantly been left out of the original ordinance
and that the oversight had been discovered during consummation of the sale
of the franchise to new owner Frank Thompson. Ne felt the oversight should
be corrected as an emergency measure because of the Manor Vail challenge to
the ordinance which is still in litigation. Councilman Neimbach moved to
approve the ordinance as an emergency; Councilman Wilto seconded the motion;
all present voted in favor; and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was
instructed to have the ordinance published in full.
RESOLUTION No. 20, Series of 1976, accepting a dedication of properties
from Frederick W. Distelhorst and Ines W. Distelhorst, was introduced.
Mr. Rider explained that the resolution involved acceptance of the dedica-
tion but not of the plat which had not-yet been approved by the Planning
Commission. Diana Toughill showed the Council a map of the 7/3 acre parcel.
Conditions of dedication stipulated that no bike paths or picnic areas be
established thereon. Mr. Rider questioned whether the Council might be
making the house nonconforming setback-wise through acceptance of the
• dedication. Councilman Wilto moved to send the matter back to the'~Planning
Commission for further study and recommendations; Councilman Neimbach
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
RESOLUTION No. 21, Series of 1975, regarding Fire Prevention Week, was
introduced. The Mayor read the proposed resolution which would establish
the theme of Fire Prevention Week as "Learn Not to Burn". He added that
Fire Chief Carlisle would show a short film on fire prevention immediately
following the meeting. Councilman Neimbach moved to approve the resolution;
Councilwoman Klug seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the
motion carried.
With regard to the Cornice's request for a setback variance, Diana Toughill
explained that the request was to extend the building's balconies, She
stated that the Community Development staff and the Planning Commission
had recommended approval an the south side of a 5 feet extension and on
the north side of a l2 feet extension. The existing balcony is 3 feet.
She added that the proposed extensions would not encroach on the road.
Mrs. Klug asked whether approval could be granted with the stipulation
that no furniture would be stored on the balconies. Mr. Rider answered
that no stipulations could be inserted. Mrs. Klug then moved to approve
the 1z feet extension on the north side only. There was no second. She
then moved to approve the request with the Planning Commission and staff
recommendations; Councilman Wilto seconded the motion; Councilmen Ruder
and Neimbach voted against the motion; all others present voted in favor;
and the motion carried with a vote of 3-2.
With regard to the Racquet Club's height variance request, Mrs. Toughill
explained that this request was exactly the same as one granted to the
Racquet Club by the Council in April, and that this request also included
a parking variance. She added that both staff and the Planning Commission
had recommended approval of both requests. Walter Kirsh of the Racquet
Club stated that his original plans had been drawn prior to annexation
and that he intended to carry them out. Councilwoman Klug questioned the
need for a parking variance and asked that approval be granted only with
the stipulation that all future buildings comply with the Zoning Ordinance.
Councilman Ruder then moved to approve the requests for height, covered
parking and building bulk variances for two buildings with the stipulation
as stated by Mrs. Klug; Councilman Wi1to seconded the motion; all present
voted in favor; and the motion carried.
Regarding the Pulis request for a new subdivision for Vail Valley Filing
Two, Mrs. Toughill showed the Council the proposed plat, and stated that
the Planning Commission had recommended approval. Councilman Wilto moved
to approve the request; Councilman Ruder seconded the motion; a17 present
voted in favor; and the motion carried.
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With regard to Gordon Miles' requests fora setback variance, a GRFA
variance, separation between buildings variance and a parking variance,
Mrs. Toughil7 explained that Mr. Miles proposed to build an 7800 square
foot house on a 1/3 acre parcel of land, thereby requiring the above
variances. She stated that both Community Development staff and the
Planning Commission have recommended moving the location of the house
so that parking can be accommodated on his own property. Ms. Jonine
Wixson, a neighbor of Mr. Miles, objected to the proposal, stating that
the house would be located too close to her own. Jay Peterson, attorney
for Mr. Miles, stated that the proposal still had to go to the Design
Review Board after Council approval, and that the location could be
altered at that time. Following considerable discussion, Councilman
Wilto moved to table the requests for two weeks; Councilman Heimbach
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
With regard to the Town Manager's appeal of the Design Review Board's
approval of the SunVail project, Mrs. Toughill explained that the approval
had occurred because the time a7loted for consideration of the project
had expired. The Town Manager had appealed the approval, and the applicant
had submitted a second design. Councilman Wilto moved to deny the first
design, previously approved by the Design Review Board; Councilman Heimbach
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
Councilwoman Klug then moved to send the second design back to the Design
Review Board to be considered at its next meeting; Councilman Wilto
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried,
TOWN ATTORNEY REPORTS
Mr. Rider announced that a new lawsuit ~ Von Allman v. Wall, involving
false arrest charges, had just been filed against the Town of Vail.
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Lou Parker asked about the status of the proposed "Heidi at Vail" presen-
tation. Mayor Dobson stated that the Council had heard the proposal but
had not acted on it, had not cammited any Town funds.
Mr. Parker also complained about the hales in the road in front of the
Transportation Center. Mr. Minger and Mr. Rose explained that the road
was the responsibility of the State Highway Department, but that the Town
of Vail had done some patching. They agreed to talk with the Highway
Department again about repairs,
Mrs. Klug suggested that "Children at Play" signs be installed around
Lions Ridge Loop to lessen danger to children playing there. Mr, Rase
agreed to erect the signs.
With no further business, the meeting was adjounred at 10:15 P.M., and
Fire Chief Carlisle showed a brief film regarding Fire Prevention Week.
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MINUTES
REGULRR MEETING
• VAIL TOS~N COUNCIL
19 OCTOBER 1976
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado,
was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, October 19, 1976, in the Vail
Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor Jahn Dobson and the following counci7members were present:
Josef Staufer
John F. Donovan
Kathleen Krug
Bob Ruder
Bill Heimbach
Bi11 Wilto
Others present included:
Terrell J. Minger, Town h4anager
Larry Rider, Town Attorney
ORDINANCE No. 29, Series of 1976, making supplemental appropriations
for Site 24 and for the Colorado Ski Museum, was introduced on second
reading. The Town Manager explained that the ordinance had been fully
discussed at the previous meeting and that there had been no changes in
the interim. Councilman Staufer moved to approve the ordinance on
second reading; Councilman Wilto seconded the motion; all present voted
in favor; and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to
have the ordinance published by title only.
ORDINANCE No. 31, Series of 1976, imposing an occupation tax on all
telephone utilities operating within the Town of Vail, was introduced
on first reading. The Town Attorney explained that the former gross
receipts tax on telephone utilities was now invalid because of a Colorado
Supreme Court decision overruling such a tax involving Foster Lumber Co.
within the Town of Minturn. He stated that this ordinance establishes
an occupation tax based upon the number of telephone accounts within
the Town of Vail. Councilman Donovan moved to approve the ordinance on
first reading; Councilwoman Klug seconded the motion; all present voted
in favor; and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to
have the ordinance published in full.
ORDINANCE No. 32, Series of 1976, rezoning certain properties to Public
Use District, was introduced on first reading. Mr. Minger stated that
this ordinance would rezone certain public properties - the Municipal
Building-Post Office complex, the Vail Transportation Center, the Antholz
Park, the K-4 school site, and Site 24 - to Public Use District. Counci l
man Donovan asked that the Tract A soccer field also be included and then
moved to approve the ordinance on first reading with the addition of
Tract A; Councilman Heimbach seconded the motion; all present voted in
favor; and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the
amended ordinance published in full.
ORDINANCE No. 33, Series of 1975, making a supplemental appropriation for
the Town's purchase of the Katsos property, was introduced on first reading.
Mr. Minger explained that the Town had contracted to purchase the 140-acre
Katsos Property, located just east of the Golf Course, from Vail Associates,
and that the $20,000 supplemental appropriation from the Open Space/
Capital Improvements Fund would serve as earnest money for that purchase.
Councilman Heimbach moved to approve the ordinance on first reading;
Councilwoman Klug seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and
the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance
published in full.
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19 October 1976
Page Two
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RESOLUTION No. 22, Series of 1975, in support of Proposition No. 8 on
the November ballot, was introduced and explained by the Town Manager.
He stated that the proposition would require a deposit on beverage
containers and their return and reuse. Councilman Donovan stated that
the Town of Vail is environmentally oriented and should support such
proposed measures. He then moved to approve the resolution; Councilwoman
Klug seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion
carried.
RESOLUTION No. 23, Series of 1976, in opposition to Proposition No. 10
on the November ballot, was introduced. Mayor Dobson explained that
the proposition was sti71 tied up in the Supreme Court regarding whether
it had been property placed on the ballot, but that the Town should act
in case it is allowed to remain on the ballot. He stated that the
__proposition_would require all new taxes to go to a public vote and to
pass by at least 51% of all registered voters in an area. Councilman
Wilto moved to approve the resolution;.Councilman Ruder seconded the
motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
RESOLUTION No. 24, Series of 1976, urging President Ford to sign into law
H.R. 9719, was introduced. Mayor Dobson explained that this measure
would provide payments in lieu of taxes to counties by the Federal governW
meet far Federally-owned land within those counties. He added that such
payments would be of great benefit to Eagle County. Councilman Staufer
moved to approve the resolution; Councilwoman Klug seconded the motion;
all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
RESOLUTION No. 25, Series of 1976, in support of Proposition No. 5 on
the November ballot, was introduced and explained by Mayor Dobson. He
stated that the proposition would provide for county commissioners to
set the salaries of all county elected officials. Councilman Wi7to moved
to approve the resolution; Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; all
present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
Mayor Dobson then read a resolution passed by the Vail Resort Association
in support of a community civic auditorium and meeting facility on Site
24. The Mayor acknowledged receipt of the resolution and stated that the
Council will consider it in its discussions of Site 24. There were no
questions or further discussion.
• Regarding implementation
what kind of timetable it
the public hearings. He
the Council agreed.
of the Mall Rct, Mr. Rider asked the Council
would like to set; when it would like to start
suggested the process begin in March, 1977, and
Regarding the Lionshead Theatre variance requests for lot size, shape of
lot, distance between buildings, parking for theatre and parking for
commercial space, Mrs.. Klug moved to table the requests for two weeks
for further study; Mr. Donovan seconded the motion; all present voted in
favor; and the motion carried.
Regarding the Radio Vail request for a conditional use permit, Jim Lamont
explained that the request was in order to relocate the station's transmitter
and antenna. He stated that both the Planning Commission and the Community
Development staff recommended approval. Councilman Donovan moved to approve
the request; Councilman Heimbach seconded the motion; Mayor Dobson abstained
from the vote; all others voted in favor; and the motion carried.
Regarding the Gordon Miles variance requests for GRFA, separation between
buildings and parking, Mr. Lamont explained that at the last Council
meeting the requests had been sent back to the Planning Commission for
• further review. He stated that the Planning Commission now recommended
approval of the site location and variances to allow-860 square feet of
building. Jay Peterson, attorney for Mr. Miles, showed the Council his
client's new plans and withdrew the parking variance request. Ms. Jonine
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i9 October 1976
Page Three
Hixson, a neighbor of Mr. Miles, stated that she was satisfied with the
changes and that the proposed pause was no longer offensive to her.
Sandy Mills of the Planning Commission stated that Commission's fear
of inverse condemnation if the applicant were not allowed to build some
type of structure on his property. Councilman Ruder felt that 7 feet
between buildings was afire hazard, and the Council in general felt
the site was too small. Mr. Peterson objected to the Council's denying
his client a privilege others had enjoyed prior to the annexation of
Bighorn. Mr. Lamont restated the Planning Commission's recommendation
for approval based on its fear of inverse condemnation. Councilman Ruder
moved to deny the requests; Councilman Wilto seconded the motion; Mrs.
Klug voted against the motion; all others present voted in favor; and
the motion carried. The requests were denied.
Regarding the Poor Richards/Short Swing request for temporary parking
on Town of Vail property, Mr. Lamont stated that the request was for the
1976-77 ski season only. He added that both the Planning Commission and
the Community Development staff recommended approval. Councilman Donovan
moved to approve the request for six months beginning on November 1, 1976;
Councilman Staufer seconded the motion; all present voted in -Favor; and
the motion carried.
Regarding the Manor Vail request far encroachment an Town of Vail property
far trash enclosures, Mr, Lamont showed the Council drawings of the proposed
enclosures and stated that Dick Elias of the Manor Vail was present for
questions. He added that the Design Review Board had recommended approval.
Mr. Rider suggested that the Council send a letter to the Manor Vail stating
that approval of the request was a license granted at the Town's discretion
and could be revocable in the future if any problems arose. He stated that
such a letter would be consistent with past policy. Councilman Staufer
moved to approve the request and to send a letter as outlined by Mr. Rider;
Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; a71 present voted in favor; and
the motion carried.
Mike Palmer, owner of the Cornice, was not present, therefore discussion
of the Cornice`s parking situation was dropped.
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Mr. Lamont announced that the Planning Commission had earlier voted Pam
Garton as its Chairman and Dan Corcoran as its Vice-Chairman, The Council
offered its congratulations.
With regard to the Vail Trails East and West parking situation, Councilman
Staufer recommended granting them temporary parking permits similar to the
one just granted to Poor Richards/Short Swing in order to ease their
problems. Kent Rose, Public Works Director, stated that the two condominium
complexes had just purchased the adjacent P-1 parking lot from Vail Associates
and would be coming before the Council soon with landscaping plans, etc,
Mr. Peterson stated for general information purposes that the SunVail project
was back with the Design Review Board and with Eldon Beck and should be
coming before the Council again soon.
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10.05 P.M.
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REGULAR MEETING
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
2 NOVEMBER 1976
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado,
was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, November 2, 1976, in the Vail
Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the fallowing councilmembers were present:
Josef Staufer
John Donovan
Kathleen K1 ug
Bill Heimbach
Bob Ruder
Bill Wilto
Others present included:
Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Larry Rider, Town Attorney
ORDINANCE No. 31, Series of 7976, imposing an occupation tax on all
telephone utilities operating within the Town of Vail, was introduced
on second reading. Mayor Dobson explained that the new occupation
tax would replace the invalid grass receipts tax. There were no
questions, and Councilman Donovan moved to approve the ordinance on
second reading; Councilman Heimbach seconded the motion; all present
voted in favor; and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed
to have the ordinance published by title only.
ORDINANCE No. 32, Series of 7976, rezoning certain properties to Public
Use District, was introduced on second reading. Mayor Dobson explained
that the ordinance had been amended since first reading to include Tract
A among the properties rezoned. Councilman Staufer moved to approve
the ordinance on second reading; Councilman Ruder seconded the motion;
all present voted in favor; and the motion carried. The Town Attorney
instructed the Town Clerk to have the ordinance published by title only
since the amendment had been incorporated when adopted on first reading.
• ORDINANCE No. 33, Series of 1976, making a supplemental appropriation
for the Town's purchase of the Katsos Property, was introduced on second
reading. Councilman Donovan explained that the $20,000 appropriation
was to serve as a down payment for the property, then moved to approve
the ordinance on second reading; Councilman Staufer seconded the motion;
all present voted in favor;. and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was
instructed to have the ordinance published by title only.
RESOLUTION No. 26, Series of 1976, regarding land trades within the Gare
Valley, was introduced. The Mayor explained that the intent was to
restrict land trades for the purpose of.more development. Councilman
Donovan read a Vail Associates press release in support of the resolution.
Councilwoman K1ug emphasized that the resolution was not intended to stop
land trades in the public interest, such as for open space. Councilman
Donovan then moved to approve the resolution; Councilman Heimbach secondec
the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
RESOLUTION No. 27, Series of 1976, authorizing the Town Manager to execute
a lease between the Town of Vail and the Hertz Corporation, was introduced.
The Mayor explained that the lease was for space in the Vail Transportation
Center. Councilman Wilto moved to approve the resolution; Councilwoman
K1ug seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
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2 November 1976
Page Two
With regard to the Brandt residence request for a setback variance, Diana
Toughill explained that the variance request was for the construction of
a porch. She stated that the residence was located on Rock Ledge Road
adjacent to Forest Service property and that the Forest Service approved
of the request. She added that the Planning Commission also recommended
approval. Councilman Wilto moved to approve the request; Councilman
Ruder seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion
carried.
With regard to the Lionshead Theatre requests for lot size, shape of lot,
distance between buildings, parking for theatre and parking for commercial
space variances, the Town Manager stated that the principals had held a
meeting following the Council's work session that afternoon in an effort
to come up with a workable solution. Since Jeff Selby, part owner of the
proposed theatre was not yet present, Mr. Minger suggested tabling the
project. Mr. Selby then arrived and formally requested that the variance
requests be tabled for further study. Councilman Donovan moved to table
the matter; Councilman Staufer seconded the motion; all present voted in
favor; and the motion carried.
S Regarding a parking lease between the Town of Vail and Justine Smith,
Diana Toughill showed the proposed parking plan to the Council. Mr. Rider
had drawn up the lease to cover items the Council had requested - to be
leased at the rate of $1.00 per year and to be restricted to licensed
vehicles only. Ms. Smith then reviewed and approved the lease. Councilman
Heimbach then moved to approve the off-site parking lease along with the
Design Review Board's review of the landscaping plan; Councilman Donovan
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Councilman Heimbach announced the departure of the Vail Villager's Peter
Eichstaedt to Santa Fe to work for the Santa Fe iVew Mexican. Mr. Eichstaedt
made a few comments of farewell and in praise of the Town of Vail staff.
Mr. Minger then introduced Pat Dodson, the new Town of Vail Recreation
Director and administrator of the new ice arena.
With no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:00 P.M.
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REGULAR MEETING
VATL TOWN COUNCIL
16 NOVEMBER 1976
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado,
was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, November 16, 197fi, in the Vail
Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following councilmembers were present:
Josef Staufer
John Donovan
Kathleen Klug
Bill Heimbach
Bab Ruder
Bi71 Wilto
Others present included:
Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Larry Rider, Town Attorney
RESOLUTION No. 2$, Series of 1976, naming or renaming certain streets
and public ways within the Town of Vail, was introduced. Kent Rose
explained that over the years there has been some confusion, duplication,
and, in some cases, lack, regarding the names of certain streets within
the Town, and he listed the proposed names of certain streets as outlined
in the resolution. Councilman Donovan moved to approve the resolution;
Councilman Wi7to seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and
the motion carried.
With regard to the 208 Study report, Jim Lamont introduced Terrell Knight
of the Eagle County Planning Commission, Mr. Knight explained that the
purpose of the 208 Study is to work out a waste water treatment plan for
the County and to reach certain standards by 1995. He stated that the
Study allows long-range planning far counties, and he added that Vail had
grown 60% between 1960 and 1970 and 95% between 1970 and 1975. He stated
that the 208 assumptions suggest limiting growth in the area to 122% and
using water availability and treatment facilities as growth control vehicles.
. The Council took afive-minute break in order to set up audio-visual
equipment needed for the ensuing growth management presentation. After
the equipment was set up, Jim Lamont then introduced Bill Lamont, of
Briscoe, Maphis, Murray and Lamont of Boulder, consultants to the Town`s
Growth Management Study. Mr. Lamont explained the purpose of the Growth
Management Study - to assess where the Town is now, how it got that way,
what the valley's limits are, and what to do about growth if anything.
He stated that the process involves analyzing existing data, mapping the
valley's existing growth, studying growth management tools, evaluating
external impacts, and establishing a comprehensive plan. He stated that
the Study so far is indicating that the Valley does have limits to the
population it can support.
With regard to the Open Space/Capital Improvements budget statement,
the Town Manager explained the Charter requirement that two weeks prior
to the Budget hearing the Town Manager must submit to the Council a
statement regarding the Town's proposed long-range physical expansion.
Section 9.4 of the Charter of the Town of Vail. Mr. Minger then read the
statement, and Bill Pyka listed the proposed figures. Councilman Wilto
moved to accept the Town Manager's statement; Councilwoman Klug seconded
the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
Minutes/Regular Meeting
76 November 1976
Page Two
Regarding appointment of a new member to the Planning Commission, the
Council voted by secret ballot to appoint Mr. Ed Draeger. Applicants
included
With no further .business, the meeting was adjourned at 9;75 P.M.
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SPECIAL MEETING/BUDGET HEARING
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
30 NOVEMBER 1976
A special meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado,
was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, November 30, 7976, in the Vail
Municipal Building Council Chambers, as a public hearing on the
proposed 1977 Budget and Financial Plan.
Mayor John Dobson and the following councilmembers were present:
Jahn Donavan
Bill Heimbach
Bob Ruder
Bill Wilto
Kathy Klug
Others present included:
Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Larry Rider, Town Attorney
Stan Bernstein, Finance Director
Bob Manzanares, Personnel Director
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The Town Manager briefly explained that the budget is basically a
"comprehensive plan" for the Town of Uail expressed in financial terms.
He announced that a'!second hearing on the. proposed 1977 Budget would
be held at the next regular meeting of the Council on December 7, 1976,
at which time the ordinance adopting the 1977 Budget would be considered
on First reading. He encouraged the public to attend that meeting.
Mr. Manzanares then discussed the proposed salary scale for Town of
Vail employees. He stated that the process of determining salaries
involved computing a state--wide average for the various- positions, then
adding a 15% cost of living differential to the Vail salaries. He added
that a 6% cost of living increase was awarded across the board to all
employees this year. He then explained the merit system of personnel
evaluation adopted last year by the Council and announced that 42 of
740 employees had received merit increases amounting to another 5%.
He stated that the study and his figures were available to anyone who
wished to see them.
Mr. Minger then commended Stan Bernstein on a job well done in drafting
the proposed budget. He explained that the process involved individual
sessions between each department head, Mr. Bernstein and himself, after
which each department head met in special work session with the Council
to iron out the final proposed document.
Mr. Bernstein then went through the proposed budget fund by fund. He
stated that $2.15 million was projected for the 1977 .General Fund, and
that all funds show a 7% increase over 1976. He added that the mill
levy had been decreased from to to compensate for the increased
assessments required by the State Board of Equalization. He also stated
that the proposed budget reflected a cutback in projected revenues to
accommodate the loss of Thanksgiving sales tax. There were no questions
from the floor.
Mayor Dobson announced Councilwoman Kathy K1ug's resignation to be effective
within a few weeks so that she may accompany her husband to his new job in
Bend, Oregon. The Council offered its best wishes.
With no further business, the meetii
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REGULAR MEETING
VAIL T04~N COUNCIL
7 DECEMBER 1976
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado,
was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, December 7, 1976, in the Vail
Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following councilmembers were present:
Josef Staufer
John Donovan
Kathleen K1ug
Bill Heimbach
Bob Ruder
Bi11 Wilto
Others present included:
• Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Larry Rider, Town Attorney
Stan Bernstein, Finance Director
ORDINANCE No. 34, Series of 1976, making supplemental appropriations
from the General Fund, the Vail Transportation Center Special Revenue
Fund, the Federal Revenue Sharing Fund, the Youth Services Project Fund,
and the Ice Rink Construction Fund, totalling $74,000, was introduced
on first reading. Mr. Bernstein briefly outlined each appropriation.
Councilman Donovan moved to approve the ordinance on first reading;
Councilman Staufer seconded the motion; all present voted in favor;
and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the
ordinance published in full.
ORDINANCE No. 35, Series of 7976, adopting the 1977 Budget and Financial
Plan, was introduced on first reading. Mr. Bernstein stated that the
budget hearing had been held on November 30, 1976, and stated in answer
to questions that adjustments had been made and cushions incorporated to
make up for the loss of November sales tax; that the merit wage increases
would take effect January 1; and that the mill levy had been lowered in
consideration of higher assessments. Mr. Minger then stated that the
Budget incorporated an across-the-board 6% cost of living increase for
employees, a 5% merit increase for 42 of 140 employees, and an 78% decrease
in the mill levy. F!e added that all department heads were present to
answer any further questions. Councilman Staufer voiced his objections
to the merit increases, stating his fear that the merit system would
allow for the doubling of wages every seven years. He added that he would
vote yes for the budget as a whole, however. Mr. Minger replied that
the merit system was not ever-escalating; that each grade contained only
five steps then reached a ceiling. In the last motion of her Council
career, Mrs. Klug moved to approve the ordinance on first reading;
Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and
the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance
published in full.
ORDINANCE No, 36, Series of 1976, regarding the Bighorn Street improvements,
was introduced on first reading. The Town Attorney explained that this
ordinance was the final step in the assessment process for the Bighorn
paving and in fact levied the assessments approved earlier by the Council.
The Mayor stated that there were some errors in the listing which would
be changed prior to second reading. Councilman Ruder suggested that
everyone read and check through the listing and give any changes or
problems to the Town Clerk in writing prior to second reading. With no
further questions, Mr. Ruder then moved to approve the ordinance on first
reading; Councilwoman K1ug seconded the motion; all present voted in favor;
and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance
published in full,
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7 December 1976
Page Two
RESOLUTION No. 29, Series of 1976, regarding Bighorn street improvements,
was introduced. Mr. Rider explained that the resolution ratified the
assessment mailings and public notice with regard to the Big-horn paving.
Councilman Wilto moved to approve the resolution; Councilman Ruder
seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
RESOLUTION No. 30, Series of 1976, in support of Rocky Mountain Airways
application for exemption from certain portions of the Federal Aviation
Act of 1958, was introduced. Mr. Rider explained that the application
was for an exemption in order to use the deMavilland DHC-7 aircraft in
and out of Eagle County. The Mayor stated that the request had no
bearing on where the aircraft was to land. Councilman Heimbach moved to
approve the resolution; Councilman Staufer seconded the motion; all
present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
RESOLUTION No. 31, Series of 1976, expressing concern over the lack of
public transportation between Denver and the Gore Valley, was introduced.
Mr. Rider e_x_plained that transportation between Denver and the Gore Valley
was limited ~o a restricted~ontinenta~ Traiiways~schedule; chartere~~,
limousine service and rental cars. He added that the Council wants to
encourage less use of private cars into the Valley. Dick Elias asked
that the section regarding Continental Trailways be deleted since he
felt that the bus company provided excellent service. Councilman Wilto
then moved to approve the resolution without the Continental Trailways
paragraph; Councilwoman Klug seconded the motion; all present voted in
favor; and the motion carried.
RESOLUTION No. 32, Series of 1976, in support of the proposed extension
of the White River National Forest boundary, was introduced. The Town
Manager outlined the expanded boundary and the request for legislative
approval. Councilman Donovan stated that Ernie Nunn of the Forest
Service was 100% in favor of the expansion. Roger Tilkemeier of Vail
Associates added his company's approval. Councilman Staufer moved to
approve the resolution; Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; all
present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
TOWN ATTORNEY REPORTS
Mr. Rider announced that the Town of Vail was seeking an alternate
municipal judge to serve only occasionally. He stated that a law degree
was not necessary and that any interested persons should contact either
Mr. Minger or himself.
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
The Mayor reminded everyone that Mrs. Klug's resignation would be effective
December 15, 7976, and that the Council was discussing her replacement.
He stated that the Council planned to announce the replacement at the
December 2T, 1976 regular meeting and invited citizen input and suggestions.
The Mayor then announced that a new committee will be formed, made up
primarily of old Goals Committee members, to study Growth Management.
Again, he invited citizen input.
Mayor Dobson then turned to the subject of snow, or the Tack of, and
asked Jim Bartlett of Vail Associates what the lift company's plans were
for getting the mountain open. Mr. Bartlett stated that Vail Associates
hoped to have the lifts running by Friday or Saturday, but that the snow
which had fallen was too dry to pack.
Councilman Donovan asked Pat Dodson when the ice rink might be opened
since there was no skiing. Mr. Dodson stated that he had a bet with
Vail Associates regarding which operation would get opened first. He
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Page Three
added that the electricity would be hooked up on Wednesday and that
the used 7amboni was due to arrive on December 15. He hoped to be
making ice through the weekend for an opening on Monday.
Celine Krueger joined the meeting to announce the defeat of the school
budget in an election held today. Mr. Ti1kemeier, speaking as a member
of the school board, stated that the quality of education need not be
cut; that the board would just have to budget more carefully.
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:30 P.M.
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~~ REGEJLAR MEETING
VAIL TOWN COl1NCIL
21 DECEMBER 1976
The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado,
was convened at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, December 21, 1976, in the Vail
Municipal Building Council Chambers.
Mayor John Dobson and the following councilmembers were present:
Josef Staufer
John Donovan
Bi11 Heimbach
Sob Ruder
Bill Wi1to
Others present included:
Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
~~ Larry Rider, Town Attorney
ORDINANCE No. 34, Series of 1976, making supplemental appropriations
from the General Fund, the Vail Transportation Center Special Revenue
Fund, the Federal Revenue Sharing Fund, the Youth Services Project Fund,
and the Ice Rink Construction Fund, was introduced on second reading.
Mayor Dobson explained that the appropriations would total $74,000.
Councilman Wilto moved to approve the ordinance on second reading;
Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; all present voted in favor;
and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the
ordinance published by title only.
ORDINANCE No. 35, Series of 1976, adopting the 1977 Budget and ,Financial
P1 an, was introduced on second reading. Mayor Dobson stated that this
ordinance was the annual appropriation ordinance adopting a budget for
the Town of Vail. Macci Carmody asked whether the budget had been cut
in lieu of the loss of sales tax to date and if it had been structured
so that the Town would not have to borrow short-term in 1977. Controller
Bill Pyka stated that the answer to bath questions was yes. Councilman
---~ - ---Donovan ~11en moved to approve the ordinance on second reading; Councilman
Staufer seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion
carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the ordinance published
by title only.
ORDINANCE No. 36, Series of 1976, regarding the Bighorn street improve-
ments, was introduced on second reading. The Town Manager explained that
the Bighorn Street Improvement District had been formed to pave the
streets and ways in the Bighorn area of the Town and that in order to
pay for the paving, residents of the area had been assessed in accordance
with their zoning. He stated that 19 objections to the assessments had
been received by the Council prior to tonight's hearing, and that the
Council now must decide how to dispose of the objections. Mr. Kent Rose _
then read all 19 objections into the record along with the staff recommen-
dations. He added that the requirements of Ordinance 14, Series of 1976,
establishing the District had been complied with and that the improvements
were now completed. Mr. Sam Maphis of Briscoe, Maphis, Murray and Lamont.
explained the equivalent unit basis for arriving at the assessments, based
upon existing zoning. The Town Attorney stated that Allan MacRossie, a
local rea1tor, had reviewed the project and had found it to hold certain
benefits regarding property values to the property owners of the Bighorn
area. Since Mr. MacRossie was unable to attend the meeting, he submitted
~; a letter outlining his findings, which Mr. Rider read to the Council.
Mr. Rider then stated that, as outlined in his memo to the Council, the
equivalent unit method of assessment was unusual, but that in his opinion
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it was equitable and fair and that the assessments did not exceed the
benefit to property owners. Mr. Bill Pyka, Controller, stated that the
assessments were due on December 24 and must be paid in full by January
23, 1977. He added that if the assessments were not paid by those dates,
they would automatically be placed on an installment plan of 20 install-
ments over a 10 year period, decreasing in amount each year, and at an
interest rate of 9.3%. Mr. Rider then invited any protestants to make
their presentations. The Mayor read down the list of protests, and the
first protestant to address the Council was Dave Elmore. Mr. Elmore
stated that his property was in a Residential Cluster zone, but was a
Law Density nonconforming use, therefore, he requested that his assessment
be lowered to the LD equivalent unit. Mr. Rose replied that no consider-
ation had been given to nonconforming uses. Councilman Staufer also
questioned Mr. Elmore's assessment as being too high. Councilman Donovan
asked whether other property owners in similar situations could ask for
rectification if the Council lowered Mr. E7more's assessment because of
the nonconforming use. Mr. Rider replied that the time had expired tv
raise objections, that all protestants had to appear before the Council
tonight, therefore, no one else could ask for the change. Councilman
Heimbach then asked if the Council could change the assessments of other
nonconforming uses. Mr. Rider again replied no; that the purpose of the
hearing was to hear protests, not to make changes in general. Mr. Maphis
suggested that if the Council lowers Mr. Elmore's assessment, they should
then add on the cost of his driveway paving, which had been left off in.
the beginning since his assessment had been at the maximum for his zone.
Councilman Donovan then moved to assess Mr. E7more's property at the .5 (LD)
equivalent unit rather than at the .75 (RC) equivalent unit and to add
the driveway cost to the'~resulting figure; Councilman Wilto seconded the
motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
Ms. Bonnie O'Leary's assessment was protested by Macci Carmody, who stated
that one of Ms. O'Leary's lots houses the Bighorn Water District's water
pump, and that Ms. O'Leary felt the water district should be assessed far
that lot. The staff stated that it had found no proof anywhere that anyone
but Ms. O'Leary owns both lots, with no record of any interest by the
Bighorn Water District. Mr. Rose added that the Tots were assessed at the
Single Family zoning to which they had just been rezoned. Councilman
Donovan moved to deny the protest; Councilman Heimbach seconded the motion;
all present voted in favor; and the motion carried, With no further protests,
Councilman Donovan moved to accept the staff recommendations on all the
protests except for Elmore and O'Leary, which had been disposed of separately;
Councilman Ruder seconded the motion; all present voted in favor; and the
~ motion carried. Councilman Ruder then moved to approve the ordinance on
second reading; Councilman Wilto seconded the motion; all present voted in
favor; and the motion carried. The Town Clerk was instructed to have the
ordinance published by title only.
ORDINANCE No. 37, Series of 1976, regarding parking regulations for the
Vail Transportation Center, was introduced on first reading. Mr. Minger
explained that the ordinance would prohibit certain uses within the parking
structure. Mr. Lou Parker asked where vehicles over the height restriction
might be parked, and Mr. Minger replied that they could be parked on tap
of the structure rather than within it. Councilman Wilto moved to approve
the ordinance on first reading; Councilman Heimbach seconded the motion;
all present voted in favor; and the motion carried. fihe Town Clerk was
instructed to have the ordinance published in full.
RESOLUTION No. 34, Series of 1976, regarding the need for a full service
hospital facility in the Gore Valley, was introduced. Mr. Minger explained
that the Vail Hospital was planning an expansion and had requested a
supporting resolution from the Vail Town Council. Mr. Chuck Tubbs,
hospital administrator, was present and thanked the Council for its time,
--.` He added that the resolution was necessary for the Certificate of Need
required by the State Department of Health. Councilman Wi7to stated that
the resolution implied no financial support from the Town. Councilman
Donovan moved to approve the resolution; Councilman Staufer seconded the
motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
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RESQLUTION No. ~, Series of 1976, regarding additional funds for the
construction of the Z-70 overpass, was introduced. Mr. Minger explained
that this resolution would be an amendment to Resolution No. 11, Series
of 1976, which provided Federal highway funds for the Vail overpass
project. He added that since the cost of constructing the overpass
has increased, this amendment would provide for additional Federal funds
as requested by the Town. He also announced that the bid opening for
construction of the overpass would be held on January 6, 1977. Council-
man Heimbach moved to approve the resolution; Councilman Donovan seconded
the motion; all present voted in favor; and the motion carried.
Regarding the appointment of an Assistant Municipal Budge, the Council, by
secret ballot, chose Terry Quinn. Applicants included Kathy Schindelar,
Cyrus Allen, George Rosenberg, Lou Parker, and Ed Draeger.
Applicants to fill the Council vacancy left by Kathy Klug's resignation
included Rod Slifer, Gerry White, Dick Elias, and Paula Palmateer.
Macci Carmody spoke in favor of Mr. Elias, and others present spoke in
favor of a representative from Lionshead. Councilman Donovan stated that
this appointment would not be to fill out Mrs. Klug's term, which had been
for four _years, but would run until the next Council election in 1ovember,
1977. Then by secret ballot, the Couricil chose Mr."Rod Slifer to fill
the vacancy. Mrs. Palmateer expressed gratitude far the support given
her and promised to run for Council office in November.
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:25 P.M.
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