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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
JANUARY 21, 1986
7:30 p.m.
A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, January 21, 1986, at
7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor
Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
Eric Affeldt
Dan Corcoran
Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal
Gordon Pierce
Hermann Staufer
TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Ron Phillips, Town Manager
Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney
Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk
The first item on the agenda was the second reading of Ordinance No. 1. Series of
1986, annexing the Buffehr Creek area of West Vail. Mayor Johnston read the title
in full. Larry Eskwith gave brief details of the ordinance and thanked all the
•citizens involved. Mayor Johnston and Dan Corcoran also thanked everyone involved
in the annexation process. Dan Corcoran abstained from voting because of his work
on the annexation maps. There was no further discussion. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal
made a motion to approve the ordinance on second reading, and Gordon Pierce seconded
the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 6-0, with Dan Corcoran
abstaining.
The second item was the second reading of Ordinance No. 2, Series of 1986, providing
protection from double taxation of the sales tax. Mayor Johnston read the full
title. Larry Eskwith explained the reasoning behind this ordinance. There was no
discussion by the public or the Council. Hermann Staufer made a motion to approve
the ordinance on second reading, and Dan Corcoran seconded. A vote was taken and
the motion passed unanimously 7-0.
The third item on the agenda was the first reading of Ordinance No. 3, Series of
1986, regarding removal of roof snow and ice. The item was withdrawn to be tabled
indefinitely.
The next item was the reading of Resolution No. 5 concerning the approval of the
Cascade Village Metropolitan District Service Plan. Larry Eskwith gave a brief
overview of the resolution. Bill Inkley, of C. Michael Sayer, P.C., detailed the
. changes made in the resolution:
1. Section 6, page 2, the last sentence was changed to read: "The Town shall
have the right to approve and review said Agreement."
2. Section 13, page 3, the second sentence was changed to read: "In this
regard, the District shall obtain such insurance or other risk protection -
which may include being named as a co-insured on policies of Vail
Associates, Inc. - with respect to operation of the chairiift, as may be
available to insure against risk of loss or liability on account of
District operations."
3. Section 15, page 4, a second paragraph was added regarding a plan for
dissolution: "To the extent dissolution of the District is initiated
without satisfaction of outstanding District indebtedness or obligations, a
Plan for Dissolution shall be prepared pursuant to Section 32-1-702,
Colorado Revised Statutes, for review and approval by the Town which
provides for the satisfaction of such indebtedness or obligations."
4. Section 16, page 4, was added in its entirety: "That the District shall in
addition to other notices required under Title 32, Colorado Revised
Statutes, mail notice to the qualified electors and property owners within
the proposed boundaries of the District, of the date, time, and place of
the election, the qualifications to vote in such election, and stating that
if the organization of the District is approved, the property taxes of
property owners within the District could increase by up to thirty percent
over present levels."
5. Typographical error in Section 1 (c), page 1, to be corrected: "within is
proposed" to be changed to "within its proposed".
He also stated he thought all the changes and Town stipulations had been included in
the Service Plan. Larry Eskwith stated he had not had a chance to review the
updated Service Plan and requested the Council approve the resolution with the
requirement that the Service Plan is in complete conformance with the resolution.
At this time, Larry Eskwith, Andy Norris and Bill Inkley answered questions from the
Council. Kay Saulsberry gave comments on possible parking problems with a new lift
in the area. Eric Affeldt spoke in opposition to the district because of the
proposed increase in property taxes for property owners in the district and because
he believed the parking situation had not been adequately addressed. Frank McKibbon
gave his support for the district. Dan Corcoran made a motion to approve the
resolution with the stipulation the Town Attorney review the updated Service Plan
and make sure it is in total compliance with all aspects of the resolution. Gail
Wahrlich-Lowenthal seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 6-1, with Eric
Affeldt opposing.
The fifth item was the reading of Resolution No. 4, establishing Town policy on the
Lotto lottery. Pat Dodson gave detailed background information on the new lottery
game. Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal suggested the wording be changed in the third line
from "would" to "should", and in the fourth line delete "significantly". Eric
Affeldt made a motion to approve the resolution, which Hermann Staufer seconded. A
• vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0.
The next item was the reading of Resolution No. 6, approving a contract for the
purchase of a residence for the Town Manager. Mayor Johnston gave information on
the purchase. Eric Affeldt requested the deletion of "being a tangible asset for
the Town." After a short discussion, Hermann Staufer made a motion to approve the
resolution with the suggested deletion, and Gordon Pierce seconded. A vote was
taken and the motion passed unanimously 7-0.
There was no Citizen Participation.
The next item was the Town Manager's report. Ron Phillips commented on a letter to
Curt Ufkes, Chief of Police, from a CPA in Minnesota. The letter commended the
Police Officers who responded to their call regarding a loud party next door. He
and his wife were impressed with the way the Officers handled the situation. Ron
stated he had received a number of similar remarks lately regarding the Police
Department.
At this time, Larry Eskwith announced he had finished interviewing applicants for a
Prosecuting Attorney position for the Town. He had chosen someone, but has not been
able to speak with all applicants yet, so he did not want to announce the name of
• the chosen attorney. The new hire will begin work Thursday, January 30.
Mayor Johnston commended Joanne Mattio of the Recreation Department on the dances
held for youth at the Studio. There was an excellent response to the dances.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
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