HomeMy WebLinkAbout1972-12-05 Town Council MinutesMINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
TOWN COU NCI L OF THE TOWN OF VAT L
DECEMBER 5, 1972
A regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail was convened at
7:40 p. m. , December 5, 1972, in the Council Room of the Vail Municipal
Building.
Mayor John Dobson and the following Councilmen were present:
John Donovan
Joseph Langmaid
Josef Staufer
Tom Steinberg
Gerry White
Larry Robinson, Town Attorney, was -also present.
Ordinance No. 16, Series of 1972,'A SUPPLEMENTAL ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURES. OF FUNDS BY THE TOWN OF VAIL
IN EXCESS OF THE TOWN BUDGET FOR 1972, AND DECLARING AND
DEFINING THE EMERGENUY FOR SUCH APPROPRIATION, was introduced
by Councilman White. The Mayor read'in full the title of said 'ordinance and
advised the public attending the meeting that copies of the ordinance were
available. The process by which the Town Manager certifies that funds are
available for appropriation was explained by Mr. Robinson. It was explained
that the Town of Vail Brochure, for which an expenditure is contemplated, is
a public relations/informational pamphlet still in the process of being compiled.
Following some discussion, the Mayor polled the Council as to whether they
had read and understood the ordinance and Councilmen White, Langmaid,
Staufer, Steinberg and Donovan each indicated that he had read and under-
stood. Councilman Staufer made a motion to approve the ordinance; the
motion was seconded by Councilman Donovan. The Mayor called for a vote
on said motion; Councilmen White, Langmaid, Staufer, Steinberg, Donovan
and Dobson voted in favor. Mayor Dobson declared that the motion carried.
A resolution certifying the mill levy was read in full. Mayor Dobson noted
that the levy of 5.4 mills represents the same levy as last year, including the
library fund. Councilman White moved the resolution be. approved; Councilman
Steinberg seconded; approval was unanimous.
The appointment of two new members to the Sign Review Board was next consider-
ed. There are actually three vacancies; however, the latest one has not yet been
published, hence, it will be considered at a later, meeting. Councilman Donovan
nominated Morgan Douglas and Jack Mills for the positions; Councilman White
seconded these nominations. As there were no further nominations, Councilman
Donovan moved Mr. Douglas and Mr. Mills be appointed; Councilman Langmaid
seconded; approval'was unanimous.
Ordinance No. 17, Series of 1972, ANNUAL APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE:
ADOPTING A BUDGET AND APPROPRIATING SUMS OF MONEY TO DEFRAY
EXPENSES AND LIABILITIES OF THE TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO, FOR
THE TOWN'S FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1973, AND ENDING ON
THE LAST DAY OF DECEMBER, 1973, was introduced by Councilman Steinberg.
The Mayor read in full the title of said ordinance and advised the public attending
the meeting that copies of the ordinance were available. Mayor Dobson noted
that a public hearing, properly advertised, has been held on the budget. The
Mayor polled the Board as to whether they had read and understood the ordinance;
each indicated that he had. Councilman Steinberg made a motion to approve the
ordinance, and to publish a notice for a public hearing on said ordinance to be
held at 7:30 o'clock p.m. , Tuesday, December 19, 1972. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Donovan. The Mayor called for a vote on said motion;
Councilmen White, Langmaid, Staufer, Steinberg, Donovan and Dobson voted
in favor. Mayor Dobson declared that the motion carried and instructed the
Town Clerk to publish same.
Mr. Robinson reported on a new comprehensive, plan proposed for theTown's
liability policy covering employees, equipment and buildings, etc. Mayor
Dobson noted that this plan appears to be superior to the one currently in force,
Draft copies of licenses for horse-drawn vehicles in the Town had been prepared.
Mr. Robinson pointed out that Ordinance No. 10 (Series of 1g71) prohibits live-
stock on the public streets with all exceptions requiring a license. The license
which had been prepared included several restrictions, the most notable of
which was a prohibition from operating along Gore Creek Drive. It was sug-
gested that Bridge Street should also be specifically excluded. Mr. Howlett,
the operator of one of the excursions, presented his case for going through the
center of town; he felt that it was no different from letting trucks through the
gate and also, it gives people an opportunity to see the center of town. Mayor
Dobson noted that the Council has decided against this because it is dangerous
to have horses in a pedestrian area. In addition, -there are technical problems
with the gate's trip mechanism and a refuse problem. Councilman Steinberg
suggested that the wording of the prohibition be changed to "within the center
of the village and pedestrian areas." Mr. Wegman, the operator of another
excursion, indicated his agreement with the terms of the license except the
hours of operation; he would like to change them from 11 p.m. to midnight.
This change will be made. Mayor Dobson summarized thatthe regular route will
not be allowed to go into pedestrian areas nor will any violation of one-way restric-
tions be allowed. For extraordinary occasions, a change of route will require a
police permit to be granted by the chief. Any departures from the license must
be approved by the Police Chief. Councilman Donovan moved -the licenses be
approved as re -written; Councilman Steinberg seconded; approval was unanimous.
Councilman White noted that he is not of the opinion that the present lighting of
the sleighs is adequate. Councilman Steinberg suggested that, in the future,
there should be a charge for such licensings..
The minutes of the meeting of November 21, 1972, had been previously submitted
to the Council. Councilman Staufer moved they be approved; Councilman White
seconded; approval was unanimous.
Mr. Knox inquired about sound -proofing the -Council Room. Mayor Dobson noted
that, in addition to the acoustic tile above the Council seats, the back wall
opposite will be covered in cork.
. Councilman Staufer took note of a rumor that the Town had plans to "take over
the VRA; that the executive director of the VRA had informed some of his
members that this was the case. For the record, Councilman Staufer noted
that he would be against any such move. There was general agreement that
such a move has not been contemplated and would not be supported.
As there was no further business, Councilman Donovan moved the meeting be
adjourned at 8:50 p. m.; Councilman White seconded; approval of adjournment
was unanimous.
The Local Liquor Licensing Authority was convened at 8:50 p.m. It was neces-
sary that a decision be made on the application of Vail Valley Enterprises, Inc.
for a 3-way liquor license. Councilman L.angmeid moved that the license be
approved contingent upon the completion of the parking structure necessary to
meet "the requirements of the zoning ordinance. Councilman White seconded;
approval was unanimous.
As there was no further business, the Local Liquor Licensing Authority was
adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
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