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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1975-02-18 Town Council Minutes• MINUTES REGULAR MEETING TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF VAIL FEBRUARY 18, 1975 The regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail convened at 7:40 P.M. on Tuesday, February 18, 1975, in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building. Mayor John Dobson and the following councilmembers were present: Josef Staufer John Donovan Kathleen Klug Thomas Steinberg Jim Slevin Joseph Langmaid With regard to the Public Hearing called concerning the proposed occupational tax, Mayor Dobson explained the request by the Vail Resort Association for financial support needed for summer promotion. The Mayor stated that the problem is whether the citizens feel an effort should be made for summer promotion and if so what is the best and most acceptable way to finance such promotional activities. Mike Dawson, a VRA'. representative, commented that there was a public hearing re- garding the need for more promotion and the general consensus was that there is a need for this kind of promotion. Warren K1ug, also of the VRA, remarked that due to the economy in general in this country there will be a difficult time this summer for resort areas. He stated that he would support any addition to a promotion fund since it would help all business- men. Bob Parker, of Vail Associates, Inc., noted that VA has analyzed the general economic climate for the summer. Competition will be tougher and dollars harder to come by. Small business owners were present to oppose the amount discussed for the occupational tax, approximately $100. The Town Council policy has been that the tax dollar should • go first to traditional services provided by the town. It is not the business of the Town to consider how the VRA spends the money, but rather the business of the members of the VRA. Charles Crowley, liquor store owner, commented that..the� suggested occupational tax is not equitable to small businesses if the same cost is charged each businessman. A percentage of the sales tax could be earmarked for promotion. Mr. Crowley proposed a vendor's fee wherein a percentage of the sales tax goes back to the businessman. Another member of the audience commented that if they have to pay both an occupation tax and VRA membership then they will simply quit. the VRA. Council - members Slevin, Langmaid and Steinberg were of the opinion that alternatives to the General Fund would be necessary as a source of promotional revenue funds. Councilman Staufer commented that the tax should be equitable and that everyone should share the costs, but that he is opposed to the business license option completely. One citizen commented businessmen and all citizens should be willing to accept a higher mill levy spread over the whole town. The general consensus was that (1) there should be summer promotion; (2) the cost of such promotion should be equitable; (3) the VRA should not be undermined; and (4) those who are getting a 'free ride' should be eliminated. Dick Elias, lodge owner, suggested tabling the matter and further considering the input from the meeting, plus studying comparative cities in Colorado. Minutes February 18, 1975 Page 2 • Mr. Parker commented that the promotional monies should come from both the Town of Vail and the business community. With regard to imposing zoning on the newly annexed portion of Bighorn, Jim Lamont, Director of Community Development, explained the zoning procedure which requires that a public hearing take place so that the Town Council can act upon the Planning Commission's zoning recommendations. The zoning administrator outlined the present and proposed zoning for the second portion of the Bighorn area; annexed in December, 1974. The following parcels were under consideration for zoning: 1. Blocks 1, 2, 3 Bighorn Fifth Addition Unanimous recom- mendation of the Planning Commission for Single Family Residen- tial. There was no opposition to SFR zoning. Councilman Donovan moved to approve the PC recommendation; Councilman Steinberg seconded the motion; the vote was unanimous in favor; and the motion carried. 2. Heather of Vail (Lots 6, 7 and 8 Heather of Vail Subdivision) Recommendation of the Planning Commission for Residential Cluster. Mr. Dave Elmore, developer of the property, asked that what is presently built on the land be considered in conformity with the zoning so that no building will be non -conforming. He commented that it would be unfair of the Town to impose zoning that would make his buildings non -conforming, thus reducing value, and in the case of fire not allowing the owner to rebuild the existing building. Due to the necessity of imposing the zoning at this meeting on first reading, the town manager suggested that the ordinance be passed as is with a legal provision regarding non- conforming use to be introduced on second reading. The zoning must be done to meet the legal requirement at this public hearing. The Mayor stated forthe record that there could be no guarantee of a change of zoning but a further consideration of the matter. Councilman Donovan moved to approve the PC recommendation; Councilman Steinberg seconded the motion; the vote was unanimous in favor; and the motion carried. 3. Cedar Point Townhouses, Lots 1,2 3 4 (Heather of Vail Subdivision) - Planning Commission - for Residential Cluster • with a variance to allow four units. The developer has a building permit from the State of Colorado for four units,' which permit has expired, and the building is pre-cut for 4 units. The developer has requested LDMF zoning. However, the LDMF zoning would allow two additional units to be built at some future date, with additional height. Councilman Steinberg moved to approve the Planning Commission's recommendation with consideration of a variance for one additional unit; Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; the vote was unanimous in favor; and the motion carried.. 4. Vail Meadows, Second Filing,- Recommendation of the Planning Commission for Agricultural zoning. Kent Rose, Director of Public Works, stated that he has reviewed the property on the county level to determine.environmental and land quality. He reported that there are 40% grades and parking problems, and that he cannot evaluate the impact on the environment for the construction of the road. As an alternative to the A classification, the owner would have the option of presenting an entire development plan for the parcel. Mr. Elmore, developer of the property, commented that according to the county plats he was led to believe that there was no problem with duplexes for that property. The soils report for the property was done Minutes February 18, 1975 Page 3 • by Ken Richards, a Vail engineering firm. Mr. Elmore was of the opinion that the Planning Commission should not legislate aesthetic values, and that the soils expert says that a home can be built on the Land. The town manager commented that the reasons the land should not be built on include the environ- mental impacts of building a bridge, a road and parking lot. Kent Rose commented that the soils report did not address itself to the flood plain or the degree of slope. Jim Lamont remarked that there is still not enough environmental impact information to make the decision. The Mayor indicated the possibility of a special district type of zoning, as previously suggested. Mr. Elmore then stated that he would not have voted in favor of annexation if he had thought the property was going to be downzoned. Councilman Donovan moved to approve the Agricultural zoning for the land; Councilman Slevin seconded the motion; the vote was unanimous in favor; and the motion carried. 5. Vail Meadows, Inc. - Recommendation of the Planning Com- mission for Agricultural zoning, due to poor access and steep grade. Mr. Elmore, developer and owner of the property, stated his objection to the recommended zoning. Councilman Donovan then moved to approve the.Agricultural zoning; Councilman Slevin seconded the motion; the vote was unanimous in favor; and the motion carried. 6. Wren House (Lot 7, Block 2 and Block 3, Gore Creek Sub - Division) - Recommendation of the Planning Commission for Residential Cluster zoning. The parcel consists of two lots and has an approved development plan from the County. Block 3 is owned by the First National Bank of Denver. Attorney Jay K. Peterson represented the firm and requested MDMF zoning. The' Planning Commission's recommendation was based on the surrounding neighborhood. Lot 7 has an existing building containing 16 units which is a density of 59 units per acre, on approximately 4 acre. Four additional units would be allowed under RC on Block 3. Councilman Donovan moved to approve the RC recommendation; Councilman Langmaid seconded the motion; the vote was unanimous in favor; and the motion carried. 7. Alpenglo (Lot 6, Block 2, Gore Creek Subdivision) - Recommendation of the Planning Commission for Residential . Cluster zoning. Councilwoman Klug moved to approve the recom- mendation; Councilman Staufer seconded the motion; the vote was unanimous in favor; and the motion carried. S. Frost Townhouses (Lot 5, Heather of Vail Subdivision) - Recommendation of the Planning Commission for Residential Cluster zoning. It was agreed that RC would most closely conform to the surrounding parcels. Councilman Staufer moved to approve the recommendation for RC zoning; Councilman Donovan seconded the motion; the vote was unanimous in favor; and the motion carried. 9. Gore Creek Subdivision (All of Block 1, Block 2 except Lots 6 and 7 and all Vail Meadows First Filing excludin_ summer recreation area) - Councilwoman Klug.moved to approve the Resi= dential zoning recommended by the Planning Commission; Council- man Steinberg seconded the motion; the vote was unanimous in favor; and the motion carried. 0 Minutes February 18, 1975 Page 4 • 10. Gore Valley Water District and summer recreation area, Vail Meadows First Filing - Recommendation of the Planning Commission for Agricultural zoning. The Gore Valley Water District property in question comprises two unplatted pieces of land. Councilman Donovan moved to approve the A zoning; Councilman Steinberg seconded the motion; the vote was unani- mous in favor; and the motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 3, Series of 1975, AN ORDINANCE IMPOSING ZONING DISTRICTS ON THE PORTION OF THE BIGHORN AREA ANNEXED TO THE TOWN AND AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP, was introduced on first reading. Councilman Staufer moved to approve the ordi- nance on first reading; Councilman Langmaid seconded the motion; the vote was unanimous in favor; .and the motion carried. With regard to a request for a parking variance from Pepi Gramshammer to convert existing dormitory space to nightclub use for nine spaces, the Planning Commission's recommendation was to grant the variance. The Council agreed that the owner would be required to purchase nine parking spaces in the structure at $3,000.00 per space. Councilman Steinberg moved to approve the variance request; Councilwoman Klug seconded the motion; the vote was unanimous in favor; and the motion carried with the conditions recommended by the Planning Com- mission being included in the motion. As there was no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 12:10 A.M. RE -CONVENE AS LOCAL LIQUOR LICENSING AUTHORITY With regard to a request for a Special Events Liquor Permit from David Stevenson for 3.2 beer to be offered at a ski joring event on Sunday, March 2, 1975, Dr. Steinberg moved to approve the request; Mr. Donovan seconded the motion; the vote was unanimous in favor; and the motion carried. The event is to take place on the upper bench of the Antholz property. As there was no further business, the meeting was adjourned . at 12:15 A.M. ayor� ATTEST: town er •