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MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF VAIL
OCTOBER 2, 1973
A regular, meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail was convened at
7:45 p, m. , October 2, 1973, in the Counci t. Room of the Val l Municipa I
Building.
Mayor John Dobson and the following Councilmen were present:
Joseph Langmaid Josef Staufer
Gerry White
A [so present were:
Terry Minger, Town Manager Larry Robinson, Town Attorney
Bob Backus, Bond Attorney
Councilman White introduced and Councilman Staufer moved the approval on
first reading of Ordinance No. 19, 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 $3,000,000 FOR THE
PURPOSE OF PAYING, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, THE COST OF ACQUIRING
APPROXIMATELY 39 ACRES OF REAL ESTATE, THE COST OF ACQUIRING
NECESSARY EASEMENTS AND WATER AND SEWER LINES TO AND FROM
SAID REAL ESTATE, AND THE COST OF LANDSCAPING THE SAME;
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 A.ND THE INTEREST THEREON,
which was read in full by Mr. Backus. Councilman Langmaid seconded the
motion, and the question being upon the approval on first reading of said
Ordinance, the roll was called and Councilmen Langmatd, Staufer, White and
Dobson voted in favor, there were no votes against. Four. members of the
CounctI present having voted in favor of the.approval on first reading of the
Ordinance, the presiding officer thereupon declared the Ordinance duty approved
on first reading and directed that the Ordinance be published once in full in the
Vail Trail, a legal newspaper of general circulation within the Town of Vail,
on October 5, 1973, and that a hearing on the ordinance be held at the next
regular, meeting.
Ordinance No. 17, AN ORDINANCE RATIFYING AND APPROVING A SETTLE-
MENT IN CIVIL ACTION. NO. 1958 IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR THE
COUNTY OF EAGLE, S7rATE OF CO_LORADO, RELATING TO THE CONDEM-
NATION AND ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN REA L ESTATE WITHIN THE TOWN
OF VAIL; AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS UPON CERTAIN
CONDITIONS AND THE DISBURSEMENT OF SAID FUNDS IN EXCHANGE
FOR A CONVEYANCE OF REAL ESTATE; AND. SETTING FORTH MATTERS
AND DETAILS IN RELATION THERETO, was introduced for second reading:
The title was read in full. by the Mayor and the. audience advised that copies of
the ordinance were available., Mr. Robinso,6 noted that no changes had been
made in the ordinance following the first reading. Councilman Staufer moved
that Ordinance Not 17 be adopted, Councilmen. -White seconded; Councilmen .
Langmaid, Staffer, White and Dobson voted, in favor, there were no votes
against; the motion carried and the ordi nance was,adopted.
Ordinance No. 18, AN ORDINANCE. PROHIBITING CERTAIN ACTS, INCLUDING
DISTURBING THE PEACE, UNLAWFUL ASSEMBLY.AND RIOTING; PROVID-
ING FOR PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND SETTING
FORTH MATTERS AND DETAILS IN RELATION THERETO, was introduced
for first reading by Councilman White. The title was read in. full by the Mayor
and the audience advised that copies were available. Mr. Robinson noted -that
this ordinance was prepared at the request of Chief. Wall and that a similar
provision had been inadvertently omitted when the. codification of ordinances
was prepared. Mr. Wall explained that, although such offenses are -covered
by state laws, the Town would rather handle such .problems in the local court.
This is not possible without a local ordinance. Councilman White moved
that Ordinance No. 18 be approved on First reading.and published for public
hearing at the next regular meeting; Councilman Langmaid seconded,
Councilmen Langmaid, Staufer, White and Dobson voted in favor; there were
no votes against; the motion carried and the Town Clerk was instructed to
publish the ordinance for public hearing.
Ordinance No. 20, A SUPPLEMENTAL ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS BY THE TOWN OF VAI L IN EXCESS OF THE
TOWN BUDGET FOR 1973, AND SETTING FORTH.MATTERS AND DETAILS
IN RELATION THERETO, was introduced for first reading by Councilman
White. The title was read in full and the audience advised that copies were
available. Mr. Minger explained that this ordinance appropriates the $15000
authorized at the fast meeting for improvements on the A -frame.: The Mayor, .
noted that sketches of the proposed improvements and additions are available.
for public inspection. The building will be administered by the town and used
by the public for cultural activities. Ms. Boyd inquired if the number of cars
in the area would be increased by the expansion. Mr. Minger replied that. it
is not the town's intention to provide a great deal of parking in the area.
Councilman White moved that Ordinance No. 20 be approved on First reading
and published for public hearing at.the. next regular meeting; Councilman,
Langmaid seconded; Councilmen Langmaid, Staufer, White and Dobson voted
in favor; there were no votes against; the motion carried and the Town Clerk
was instructed to publish the ordinance For public hearing.
Mr. Robinson noted that a draft agreement with Vail Associates regarding
the deeding of the main parking lot had been prepared.. Mr. Otto noted that
he had thought the uses would be limited to parking. Mr. Minger suggested.
that it was the desire of the town not to be limited in regard to unforeseen
uses. Mr. Otto agreed this was acceptable. [At this juncture, Mr. Robinson
left the meeting-1 Councilman Staufer stated that the, provision for Forest
Service approval of rates was bothersome to him;. he was most concerned
that they would decide that no charges could be made. Mr. Minger notedthat
there is on File a letter from the Forest Service indicating that they find`
charging for parking proper. Councilman Langmaid added that it would be
difficult to prove that "free" is necessarily reasonable. Mayor Dobson sug-,
gested that it was still a good idea to obtain a firm commitment from the .
Forest Service. The matter was tabled pending further discussions.
Next to be discussed were the parking requirements for changes of use within
the core area. The Mayor explained that, obviously, the Council does not
want parking to be provided in the pedestrian core, yet, there is a requirement
for the provision of parking prior to a change of use. In the case of the Riley --
Vail corporation request, there is: no increase in the bulk of the building;
however, the new use has a greater parking requirement. Mr. McLaughlin
noted that there are two comparable situations that they hoped would be decided
at this meeting, the Gondola.Ski .Shop and the 'Mountain Haus Health Center.
Councilman White noted that he was not in favor of doing away with.the parking
requirement as it is the only, control the Council has, ri urban development in
the core area. He was against selling spaces in the parking structure, and
suggested that variances could be .given in cases where the outside dimensions
of the building did not change. .In,further.discussion', it was brought out that
neither project being discussed • had formally filed for a variance. Councilman
Staufer agreed that a parking variance should be granted except in cases where
the exterior dimensions or appearance of a building would be changed. Mayor
Dobson suggested that it would be acceptable if the Design Review Board con-
sidered and approved any exterior decorative changes. Discussion turned to
the technicalities of filing for a variance. The earliest date that tFese could
be heard at a regular meeting would be November 6. It was proposed that
perhaps a special meeting be called following the required publication of notice.
A member of the audience objected to the change of residences to commercial
uses. There was some argument that, in fact, no greater number of cars to
• be housed are generated by commercial uses. Mayor Dobson noted that the
possibility of action under the Mall Act and the definition of the rights to the
streets are also connected with this problem.
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Mr. Minger reported that a solution'has been -found to the day care center
problem, at least for the coming winter. The di?ea above the hospital in
the west portion of the clinic will be available for one. year, after the school
moves to its new facilities. Mr. Bernstein. noted that the remodeling neces-
sary to utilize the building would cost the Town $1,000 and Vail Associates
$1,000, The construction would include partitions and restrooms. There
would be two separate areas; one for tourists and one for local children.
Mr. Gagne added that the Vail Associates' program would be available to
locals; however, it would not be a structured program. .It is anticipated that
the Vail Associates' program waald again accommodate 30 children. The
other half of the space would be shared by the pre-schools of Ms. Brenden
and Ms. Lemon. Mr. Minger noted that the individual people will be respon-
sible for their portions; the Town will provide the adequate and proper, space.
Some of the people present were of the opinion that the Town should actually,
operate the school. Mr. Minger stated that the Town could do this, if the
Council so desired. There was some discussion of whether the two pre--
schools should be encouragedto operate jointly. A suggestion was to separate
the 2500 square Peet available to the Town into two rooms.. The cost in this
case would increase.to $4,000 or $5,000 for the Town. Mr. Minger suggested
that this was not wise as the room could only be used for 1 year. Mr. Klug
suggested that Vail Associates should add more restrooms to their portion in
order to increase the capacity of their facility. Mr. Bernstein noted that the
rent for the Town's portion of the space will be $100 per month from each
school; the schools are responsible for their own utilities.. Mr. Klug suggested
that it was not the correct approach to only rent the space. He suggested that
the Town oversee the operation. Mr. Minger noted that this could be done,
although he preferred that the Town not become involved in day=care at this
time. The Mayor, suggested that a committee of local parents appointed by
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the staff serve as an advisory committee. He asked each ember of the
Council if he approved of renting 2500 square .feet to Ms. Lemon and Ms. .
Brenden for $200 per month from November '.1;5 to Apri 1 15 for use as a day-
care center for local children. Councilmen: White, L.angmaid and Staufer
each indicated his approval.
Ms. Bosshart and Ms. King were present to discuss their proposed sleigh
operation: The sleighs they would use would seat four people and be drawn
by one horse. The horses would be housed west of Vail. They would take
reservations for rides and also operate in a`taxi-cab fashion. Chief Wail
noted that a license would be needed only if the sleighs were used in CCI and
CCII. Mr. Minger noted, that, in any event, the Council should regulate the
safety aspects of the operation. Ms. King noted that they will cleanup any
mess themselves. They intend to. operate around the core area and also on
. the cart paths on the golf course. They also have two carriages to be used
when there is no snow on the roads. The charge would be $4.00 to $4.50 per
half hour. For short rides, there might be a base rate which has not yet
been determined. In regard to lighting, Ms. King indicated that they are
willing to do whatever is required. They both have experience in driving
sleighs and will obtain insurance. Mayor Dobson.asked.if, assuming that access
is limited to certain streets and that safety requirements are met, the Council
would be in favor of the operation. Councilmen White, Langmaid and Staufer
each indicated that he would be in favor. Mr. Minger indicated that an agree-
ment would be prepared regarding the matter.
Mr. Rose indicated that the proposed zoning for the Bighorn area is at such a
stage that it should be presented to the Council and the public, A. public meeting
was set for a week from Thursday. A study session will be held prior to that
meeting. Mrs. Klug stated that many :of the projects In Lionshead do not have
construction fences. Mr. Rose noted that the`bu ldirhg inspector will look into
that. Mrs. Klug inquired about the desirability of the Eagle County Planning'
Commission adopting the zoning `ordinance .and master plan at their, next meet-
ing. Mr. Minger noted that the Town has already endorsed the master plan,
• Mr. Rose noted that the zoning ord.ihance. is more a land -use plan which is
needed immediately. Councilman. White moved that a resolution be adopted
supporting the passage of the Master Plan and zoning ordinance; Councilman
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Langmatd seconded; approval was unanimous. Councilman White noted
that the Council should have a meeting with the Eagle County School Board
to discuss an elementary school on the Antholz property. Mayor Dobson
indicated that this would be scheduled.
As there was no further business, Councilman White moved that the Meeting
adjourn at 10:30 P.M.; Councilman L.angmaid seconded; approval was
unanimous.
Town Clerk
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