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REGULAR MEETING
TOWN COUNCIL FOR THE TOWN OF VAIL
8 JANUARY 1974
The regular meeting of the Town Council for the Town of Vail was
convened at 7:30 PM, January 8, 1974, in the Council Room of the
Vail Municipal Building.
Mayor John A. Dobson and the following councilmembers were
present:
Josef Staufer
Kathy Klug
Tom Steinberg
Joseph Langmaid
Gerry White
John Donovan
Also present were:
Terrell J. Minger, Town Manager
Gene A. Smith, Town Attorney
Mr. Minger announced the first recipient of the newly -initiated
Town of Vail Employee of the Month award. He explained that
this award was created for the purpose of thanking employees
whose work had been outstanding during the previous month.
He then named Peter Burnett as the employee of the month for
December, 1973. He noted that Pete and his crew had done a
fine job of handling a 30" snowfall and keeping the, roads
movable, had worked with the FBI in setting up and maintaining
the vice President's communications system; during a gas outage
in the town Pete had been the one to find an alternate gas
supply; and that he had suggested the new location for the
town bus terminal and gas & electric supply. Mr. Burnett
praised the work of his crew and said that without their help
he couldn't have done his work.
Mr. Eldon Beck was present to discuss the new design of the
parking terminal structure and illustrate locations of various
buildings and the need to change the terminal location for
economy and design purposes. Capacity of the structure will
be 1,035. He noted that the 'wooden truss structure' would
carry through the design of the existing covered bridge so
that there would be a constancy of style, form and materials.
His company has recommended the use of brick plazas to follow
the present use of brick throughout the town. From nearly all
directions the automobile will not be visible. He emphasized
that the present design, materials and structure meet the
budget and desires of the town.
A member of the audience questioned the possible hazard on the
stairs in the winter. Mr. Beck replied that there will be a
main traffic area leading from the 4th to the main level. This
traffic path would be heated. In response to another question,
he commented that the restaurant facility would merely be a
convenience to the public, those passing through the terminal.
Mayor Dobson commented on the number of changes that have taken
place since the inception of the idea so that the plaza area
and the overall design has become an exciting area and remains
within the budget.
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Mr. Rod Slifer and Dick Peterson were present to discuss the use
of the Antholz property for the coming summer season. The
Recreation District has worked with Eldon Beck to design 14
tennis courts for the town. There are now 9 courts within the
town. Representing the Recreation District, Mr. Slifer requested
that the town give the land to them for this construction. They
will then propose a bond election for the cost of construction.
Mr. Beck commented that the courts would best be located on the
east end of Antholz. The west side of the ski bridge has a
'bench' with an area that is well -suited to the courts. With
regard to parking, he felt that people should be encouraged to
use the bus system and to walk from Lionshead. There is actually
no need for parking. The bicycle path follows through that area,
and there would still be more than adequate space for the path to
go around the courts.
Mr. Slifer then requested approval to proceed with the bond election
for the purpose of construction of 14 courts and resurfacing
the existing courts at Golden Peak.
Mayor Dobson asked for comments from the council. Council -
members Staufer, Donovan, Klug were in favor of Slifer's proposal.
Councilman Steinberg asked about a long-term lease and Mr. Slifer
asked that the land be deeded to the Recreation District. Mr.
Minger stated that the town would ask for a 49 year lease with
an option to release at $1.00 per year. Councilman White noted
the desire of the town to make this a 12-month resort. Mr. Slifer
said this issue would include remodeling of the golf course club-
house for a storage area and golf carts. Councilman Donovan moved
that a lease be drawn up for use of the Antholz on a 49-year
lease; Councilman Staufer seconded the motion; all members voted
in favor of the motion with Councilman White abstaining due to his
membership on the Recreation Board; the motion carried. Mr.
Bernstein, Finance Director, noted that the full cost would be
$175,000 - each court costing $10,000 - 11,000.
Mr. James Slevin, of the Vail Institute, requested authorization
of a temporary home for a tent to house the cultural center this
summer. The tent might be located near the 2 existing structures
on that property. The size of the tent would be to accomodate 400
people. There would have to be grading after the thaw, but it
would be minimal. A pedestrian bridge is planned so that the
parking available at Golden Peak could be used. Mr. Slevin
advised the council that the Institute is funded by donations and
that it has received its tax exempt status. Councilman Staufer
moved that the Town of Vail lease the two existing buildings and
the land for one summer for $1..00. After some discussion, he
rephrased the motion to read 'grant permission' rather than
'lease'. Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; all members
voted in favor and the motion carried.
Ordinance No. 26, AN ORDINANCE FOR THE CONTROL OF DOGS, was
introduced by Mr. Minger. The title was read in full by the Mayor
and the audience advised that copies of the ordinance were
available. Mr. Smith, the town attorney, explained that since the
first reading of the ordinance -some minor changes had been made.
Councilwoman Klug moved that Ordinance No. 26 be approved on
second reading; Councilman Steinberg seconded the motion; the
vote was unanimous in favor of approving the ordinance.
With regard to the appointment of additional planning commission
members, appointments were deferred until the Council can further
deliberate on the selection.
Regarding the presentation of voucher lists, Councilman Langmaid
commented that the voucher list is a vague document. He remarked
that the checks should be gone over by members of the council
before they are sent out. Councilman Donovan disagreed with
this, stating that this had been done in the past and was very
tedious. He agreed with Mr. Bernstein regarding the use of
voucher lists for other funds of the Town. Other members of
the council were in agreement that the present voucher list is
sufficient.
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Councilman staufer criticized the over -expenditures of the
Symposium. Mr. Minger noted that there will be no further
expenditures in excess of the budget without the council's
first approving them. Councilman Langmaid then requested an
accounting of 1973 general administration expenses and who
spent the money. He made a motion requesting Mr. Bernstein
to make a report within 20 days. Councilman White protested
the necessity of a motion in this matter. Councilman Staufer
suggested tabling the motion, but Councilman Langmaid refused
to do that. A vote was taken and Councilmembers Staufer,
Klug and Langmaid were in favor of the motion. Councilmembers
Donovan, Steinberg and White voted against; Mayor Dobson
broke the tie by voting against the motion.. The Mayor then
directed Mr. Bernstein to make a full financial report to the
Council. Councilman White repeated that while he was not
opposed to reporting on expenses, he did disagree with the
manner in which it was presented.
Concerning the presentation of council minutes for November
6, 14 and 21, 1973, Councilman Donovan moved to adopt them;
all members voted in favor and the motion carried; the minutes
were adopted.
With regard to the Colorado Rivers Council presentation, it
was delayed to the next council meeting since Mr. Garton was
not present.
Resolution No. 11 Series of 1974, a resolution for the purchase
of two buses, was introduced by Mr. Minger. He commented on the
need for this transaction to take place at the present time,
due to an expected cost increase of $3,000.00 per bus in the
very near future. The approximate cost for each bus will be
$31,500.00. The buses should be available for delivery within
the next few months. Councilman Donovan moved to approve
Resolution No. 1; Councilwoman Klug seconded the motion; the
vote was unanimous in favor and the motion carried.
Mr. Dick Elias, representing the Vail Community Committee,
requested a donation from the town in order to carry out
publicity and advertising to offset the negative results of
the energy crisis. He stated that Vail Associates, Inc. has
donated $5,000.00. Mayor Dobson asked for authorization of
an expenditure by the Town of Vail for the fund. Councilman
White moved to donate $5,000.00 to the Vail Community Committee;
Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; the vote was unanimous
in favor and the motion carried.
REPORTS FROM THE TOWN MANAGER
Mr. Minger announced that the architectural firm which designed
the Pirate Ship playground here in Vail has won an award for
that design from the Minnesota Association of Landscape
Architects.
A community questionnaire is being prepared by Town staff and
will be put in post office boxes on Monday, January 14th. It
will include various questions concerning town business and
recreational activities.
Mr. Minger asked for a motion of the Town Council to provide
government assistance to the communities of Minturn and Redcliff
so that a program designed by himself and Mr. Bob Manzanares,
his administrative assistant, could be continued. He commented
that he personally can spend no additional time on the program.
He explained that this would be a totally new program, never
before undertaken in the United States. He noted that the
Colorado Council of Governments has given $3,000.00 to pay part
of Mr. Manzanares' salary for a six-month period. Councilman
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Steinberg moved to approve the program as outlined for these
communities by Mr. Minger; Councilman Donovan seconded the
motion; the vote was unanimous in favor and the motion carried.
Councilman Donovan commented that it should be read into the
record that efforts should be made to do this work on their
own time. Mr. Manzanares will be on a half-time basis with
the Town for the six-month period.
Mr. Minger reported that the new bus station facilities and
rest rooms in the west Lionshead parking lot are ready, with
water and sewer to be done this week so that operation may
begin by Monday, January 14th.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilman Staufer remarked that the owner and contractor for
the Conoco station had stated that the additions would be
finished by this time. However, the construction cannot get
underway until about April, 1974, when the ground thaws.
Councilman Donovan commented that it would have even more im-
portance with larger projects due to its being an eyesore and
should be dealt with by the Town Council. Kent Rose commented
that a building permit is valid for one year according to the
UBC as adopted by the Town of Vail. Mr. Rose said that he
will approach the owner to see if he will clean up the area.
Mayor Dobson asked for a statement on the subject from Mr. Rose
by the next council meeting.
Councilman Staufer commented on the haphazard parking that is
occurring in almost every area of town, with vehicles being
parked on curbs and public rights -of -way. Councilman White
brought up the matter of buying a tow truck for Town of Vail
use, but questioned the destination of the towed vehicle.
He commented that with the Transportation Center and stiffer
parking violations there would be more use for a tow truck.
The staff was asked for a report on prices for the next meeting.
In answer to a request by Councilman Donovan, the staff is
preparing a report on the conditional use question in the
core area. Comments followed with criticism of people being
allowed to go into the core area. Chief Wall said there will
be a person acting as an enforcement officer and public relations
person in the core in the near future.
Councilman Langmaid questioned the status of the cable television
situation. Mr. Minger remarked that CATV will sell their
company to a company of the town's choice. He expects the mat-
ter will be settled by the spring with a new company in operation
by then.
As there was no further business, the meeting was adjourned at
10:10 P.M.
The Council then convened as the Local Liquor Licensing Authority
to vote on two applications for licenses.
Regarding the Dairy Depot, and their request for a 3.2% beer
license, Mr. Donovan voted against approving the application
since he does not feel the establishment meets the reasonable
needs of the neighborhood requirement. Mr. Langmaid voted
against the application. Mr. Staufer abstained since he is
the owner of the building which would result in a conflict of
interests. Mr. White, Dr. Steinberg, Mayor Dobson and Ms. Klug
voted in favor of granting the license. The Town Clerk was
then instructed to notify Mr. Daniel E. O'Brien in writing
within 30 days that approval had been given to his request.
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With regard to the request for a beer, wine and liquor
license by the Tivoli Lodge.from Grand Prix, Inc.,
Messrs. Staufer and Donovan abstained from the vote.
Messrs. White, Steinberg, Langmaid, Dobson and Ms. Klug
voted in favor. The Town Clerk was instructed to notify
Mr. Lazier in writing within 30 days that approval had
been given to his application.
Since:theie was no further business, the meeting was
adjourned at 10:30 P.M.
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