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MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF VAIL
NOVEMBER 21, 1972
A regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail was convened at
7:40 p.m., November 21, 1972, in the Council Room of the Vail Municipal
Building.
Mayor John A. Dobson and the following Councilmen were present:
Richard Bailey John Donovan
Joseph Langmaid Josef Staufer
Tom Steinberg Gerry White
Also present were:
Terrell Minger, Town Manager
Larry Robinson, Town Attorney
The Council first convened as the Local Liquor Licensing Authority. An applica-
tion had been received from Vail Valley Enterprises, Inc. for a three-way license
to be located at 4911 Lionshead Circle, Block 1, Lot 3, Vail/Lionshead,
Commer-cial Space 201, 202 and front patio. Mr. McLaughlin represented the applicants.
Four witnesses were sworn in by Mr. Minger. The Town Clerk indicated that all
necessary information had been received; the Town Attorney indicated that he had
reviewed the application and it was properly completed; the Police Chief had
completed his investigation and the applicants had no police record. No letters
had been received against the application. The statutes applicable to the hearing
were reviewed. Mr. McLaughlin requested that -the board take note of evidence
submitted at previous hearings regarding the need for additional facilities in -the
area. He submitted petitions containing 100 signatures in favor of the application.
Diana Lee Williams, the first witness, indicated. that she is over 21 and has never.
been convicted of a felony. She will act as the vice-president and secretary of the
corporation and also as a member of the Board of Directors. Additional members
of the Board of Directors are Loretta Yates and Lucille Williams. The name of
the enterprise will be "The Place at Vail." Mrs. Williams noted her experience
in the restaurant business, the menu, decor and seating of the proposed restaurant.
She indicated that the money for the venture came from private sources but not
from her husband. Parking for the facility will be in the parking structure currently
under construction. A final point was that she has no personal financial interest
in Guido's.
Loretta Jo Yates, the second witness, noted that she is over 21, has never been
convicted of a felony, is a member of the, Board of Directors of the corporation,
and will also serve as president and treasurer. She stated her experience in the
restaurant business. Based on the construction:.activity in the area, she feels
there is a great need for this restaurant. ; The third witness, John Purcell, is him-
self building a restaurant in the Lionshdad area; based on this familiarity, he
thinks the need exists for another license. The final witness, David B. Stevenson,
has been involved in the construction business. Based on this experience, he feels
the need for additional facilities exists in the Lionshead area. The Council had no
questions of the witnesses nor. of Mr. McLaughlin. A final point was that applica-
tion has been made for a restaurant license. Mayor Dobson noted that a decision
on the application will be made in 30 days; a copy of the written derision will be
sent to the applicants by certified mail.
A list of each establishment in town requiring a liquor license renewal for the 1973
license year had been compiled and submitted to the Council. A list of violations
had also been compiled and submitted. Councilman Donovan suggested that the
police notify the owner whenever a violation occurs; although in most cases, the
violation is brought to the attention of the police by the management of the establish-
ment, it was agreed that the owner could be notified by registered mail. In view of
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the fact that the police are called by the management and the fact that in those
Facilities with numerous violations, improvement has been shown since the last
report, Chief DiMiceli did not recommend against any of the licenses. After
further discussion, Councilman White moved the renewals, as listed, for 1973
be approved; Councilman Steinberg seconded; approval was unanimous.
• Mr. Robinson explained several changes in ownership: 1. the Vail Village Inn
formerly held its license as a sole proprietorship, they are changing to a cor-
porate ownership; 2. the Chile Bowl premises are now leased by Douglas
Kilgore; 3. Leroi's Public House was formerly a partnership, it is now changing
to a sole proprietorship; 4, the composition of stockholders of the Nu Gnu has
changed; 5. the composition of stockholders of the Golden Peak Restaurants, Inc.
has changed; 6. the composition of stockholders of Vail Lions Head Restaurants
Inc. has changed. The documentation for these changes was presented. Follow-
ing some discussion, Councilman Bailey moved the changes outlined by the Town
Attorney be approved; Councilman White seconded; Councilman Staufer abstained;
Councilmen Bailey, Donovan, Langmaid, Steinberg, White and Dobson voted in
favor. As there was no further business, the Local Liquor Licensing Authority
adjourned at 8:10 p.m. upon a motion by Councilman Donovan, seconded by
Councilman Bailey.
The Town Council was convened at 8:10 p.m. Madeleine Weibel had submitted
her resignation from the Sign Review Board. Councilman Donovan moved the
• resignation be accepted; Councilman Bailey seconded; approval was unanimous.
The resignation was accepted with regret and Mrs. Weibel thanked For her time
and interest. The list of applicants for the two vacancies now existing on the
Sign Review Board was read. Mayor Dobson suggested that a decision be post-
poned pending the receipt of more information on the individual applicants; there
was general agreement with this suggestion. Mr. Minger noted that the Town is
again sponsoring a director of youth programs. A letter outlining planned
activities for which he will need special facilities had been distributed. Mr. Hazen
emphasized that the activities listed in his letter were only those for which special
facilities will be needed; there are many other activities planned. Mayor Dobson
noted that he had received a letter from the Vail Christian Ministries requesting
approval of a plan to light the town by candle .on Christmas Eve. The proposal
has been checked with the Police Department and will be checked with the Fire
Department. Councilman White moved that the Town give its approval for the use
of public areas pending approval of the Fire Department; Councilman Steinberg
seconded; approval was unanimous.
In regard to the solution of this winter's parking problem, Mr. Minger noted that
an agreement has been reached with Manor Vail Co. for the use of the upper ledge
of the Antholz property for parking this winter. Eventually, it will be possible to
park as many as 1 ,000 cars in this area. The shuttle bus will run to the area.
Overall, there will be at least five shuttle buses operated; and, with the addition
of the Ginkelvan in February, six. There was general agreement that Mr. Amato
and Mr. Gersbach were to be heartily thanked for making this property available.
The utilization of the property will require a police officer to direct traffic and
attendants at the entrance and in the lot itself. It should be emphasized that this
property may not be available in March due to muddy conditions. A pedestrian
linkage will be provided from the Antholz property to the Golden Peak area.
In regard to the allocation of the main lot, Mr. McCall suggested that it be restricted
to guests or one -hour local parking. Mr. McLaughlin agreed with the suggestion as
there are many services in the core area whose customers would need such spaces.
It was suggested that this short-term parking could be paid parking. In regard to
possible Forest Service regulations regarding free parking, Mr. Almond inter-
preted them to state that as long as there is an available alternative to paid parking,
relatively convenient (they will accept the Antholz as relatively convenient), the
requirement has been met. In regard to a possible relaxation of no -parking areas
during peak times, the problem is that a habit of parking in restricted areas is
formed. It was noted that if the intent is to encourage employees to park in the
Antholz area, it will be necessary to begin shuttle bus service to this area before
the other lots are full. Members of the audience noted that one problem with the
Antholz lot is that if it were used at night, the walk would be undesirable. Council-
man White noted that it would also be necessary to have a person on the lot at night
to prevent theft. Mr. McCall reiterated his suggestion that 100 spaces be reserved
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` for two-hour YM plates parking at a small fee. Councilman Staufer disagreed;
he Felt those spaces should be Free.
Mayor Dobson asked if, first, a suggestion to reserve the area behind the fire
station for permit parking seemed reasonable. Mr. McCall felt one-third of the
requests would be withdrawn if the location of this parking were changed. There
was general agreement that reserved parking should be in the lot behind the fire
station; the next step was to locate the short --term parking. Councilman Staufer
suggested that 1/3 to 1/2 of the main lot be set aside for short-term parking free
of charge; these spaces would be vacated at night, hence employees who work late
hours could use these spaces. As a large portion of the remaining spaces would
be used by day skiers, these also would be available For a different use at night.
Mr. Minger suggested the number of short-term spaces be lowered to 100. Some
discussion Followed as to whether the composition of the rest of the main lot should
be controlled. It was noted that whatever the decision, the lot will be cleared
every twenty -Four, hours. It was noted that, in this case, the guest staying at
a downtown lodge would not have a place to park. .Councilman White suggested
that it was the responsibility of those lodges to buy spaces For their guests. It
was noted that often these guests are driving rental cars. It was suggested -that
the Hibberd lot be used for short-term parking. This was seen as a good idea.
A question arose regarding 'the parking of trailers; these will be required to
park in the Lionshead area. There was general agreement with a suggestion that
the Antholz be used for day parking only.
• Councilman Staufer moved that the Fire Station lot be set aside for permit parking,
that approximately 100 spaces be set aside for short-term parking (2-hour), and
that the rest of the main tot be on a first -come, First -served basis. The admin-
istration would be left to the Town Manager. Councilman Donovan seconded this
motion. Mr. Minger explained that a map will be published showing parking areas;
also, signs will be installed to replace the "No Parking" signs. These will read,
"Parking in Designated Areas Only" or something to that effect. Also, the instal-
lation of a sign at the main entrance stating that "this is a pedestrian village" and
the changing of laws to appropriately reflect this is being considered. Mr. Weibel
asked if the availability of parking permits was going to be published for the benefit
of absentee homeowners. Mr. Minger saw no problems with this. Councilman
Bailey expressed his doubts that enough reserve and short-term parking was being
considered. He also Felt it might be more logical to satisfy all special needs in
the main lot rather than administer, three or four lots. Councilman White disagreed
to a certain extent; as the fire station lot is difficult to Find, it is more suited to
reserve parking. Councilman Staufer re -stated his motion;. that the parking
around the Fire Station be reserved parking with the Hibberd lot used .for this
purpose also if necessary, that 100 spaces In the main lot be Free short-term (up .
to 2 hours) parking, and that the additional parking be First -come, First -served
basis, with the idea in mind that the system,shoutd be flexible to cleat with the
needs as they arise. Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; approval was
unanimous.
The minutes of the meetings of October 24 and November 7 had been previously
submitted to the Council. Councilman Staufer moved they be accepted; Councilman
Bailey seconded; approval was unanimous. As there was no further business, the
Town Council adjourned at 9:25 p.m.
The Vail General Improvement District was convened at 9:25 p.m. The minutes of
the meeting of November 20 had been previously submitted to the Board. Mr.
Staufer moved they be approved; Mr. Steinberg seconded; approval was unanimous.
As there was no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
Town Clerk
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