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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 21, 1987
7;30 P.M.
6 A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, April 21, 1987, at
7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Johnston, Mayor
Kent Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
Eric Affeldt
Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal
John Slevin
Hermann Staufer
MEMBERS ABSENT: Gordon Pierce
TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT: Ron Phillips, Town Manager
Larry Eskwith, Town Attorney
Pam Brandmeyer, Town Clerk
The first order of business was a public hearing on Heritage Cablevision regarding
past performance and future needs. Larry Eskwith explained the process to renew the
franchise for Heritage and the purpose of the public hearing. Kevin Rice, Vice
President of Operations for Heritage Cablevision, gave comments on their
accomplishments and plans for the future. John McIntyre, a lodge owner in
Lionshead, stated his concerns over the lack of selection and number of channels
available. Gene Larson, General Manager of Heritage in Avon, stated Heritage's
tentative plans and the potential in 1988 to give a more selective basic package to
subscribers. Mayor Johnston asked questions regarding local coverage on the 1989
World Alpine Ski Championships, to which Gene Larson responded. Mayor Johnston
stated Heritage should make their willingness known to the Vail Valley Foundation on
supplying the coverage, and he would like to make the coverage a part of the
franchise agreement. There was a lengthy question/answer discussion among Council,
Gene Larson and Kevin Rice. Peter Patten asked questions regarding the status of
stereo reception and the shopping program on Channel 12, to which Kevin Rice
responded.
The second item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 9, Series of 1987, second reading,
an ordinance annexing the Valley to the Town of Vail. Mayor Johnston read the title
in full. Larry Eskwith gave brief background information and stated the ordinance
was identical to what they passed on first reading. There was no discussion by the
public or Council. A motion to approve the ordinance was made by Gail Wahrlich-
Lowenthal and seconded by Kent Rose. A vote was taken and the motion passed
unanimously 6-0.
Next on the agenda was Ordinance No. 10, Series of 1987, second reading, creating
West Vail Local Improvement District No. 1. Mayor Johnston read the full title of
the ordinance. Larry Eskwith explained the reasoning for the ordinance, and that it
had not been changed since first reading. There was no discussion by Council or the
public. Kent Rose made a motion to approve the ordinance on second reading, and
Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 4-2, with
Eric Affeldt and John Slevin opposing.
The fourth item on the agenda was Ordinance No. 11, Series of 1987, first reading,
establishing the Town of Vail Health Insurance Agency Fund. Charlie Wick noted
three errors to be corrected:
1) In the title, "Insurance Agency Account" to be changed to "Insurance
Agency Fund".
2) In 1., " ., hereby establishes an account ..." to read "... hereby
establishes a fund ...".
3) In 2., correct a typographical error "requored" to "required".
He then gave a brief explanation of what the ordinance would do. After a short
discussion by Council, a motion to approve the ordinance was made by Hermann Staufer
and seconded by John Slevin. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously
6-0.
The next item was Resolution No. 18, Series of 1987, requesting the State Highway
Department to analyze the possibility of reducing the speed limit for large trucks
traveling west over Vail Pass. Dick Duran stated the reasoning for the resolution
and what it would do. There was a brief discussion by Council. Kent Rose requested
the title be shortened to clarify the purpose of the resolution. He suggested it
16 read "A resolution requesting the Highway Department of the State of Colorado to
conduct a study to determine whether or not the speed limit for large trucks
traveling west bound on Vail Pass should be reduced." Kent Rose then made a motion
to approve the resolution with the title change, which was seconded by Hermann
Staufer. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously 6-0.
The sixth item was an appeal of the Planning and Environmental Commission decision
to deny a side setback variance for Parcel A, a resubdivision of Lots 14 and 17,
Block 7, Vail Village First Filing. Rick Pylman stated the Applicant requested the
item be tabled until the next Evening Meeting. Kent Rose made a motion to table the
item, and John Slevin seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously
6-0.
The next item for discussion was the appeal of a Design Review Board decision
approving a second unit and garages located on Lot 34, Vail Meadows. Betsy Rosolack
explained what the appeal was for and gave background information. Tom Briner,
architect for the applicant Ron Gerwig, gave an explanation as to the revisions
which had been made from the original design. Mike Reid, an adjoining property
owner, stated his concerns and why he was requesting this appeal. Ron Gerwig
addressed some statements made by Mike Reid, and Tom Briner made additional
comments on how they were within the guidelines of the DRB. Grant Riva, a member of
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the Design Review Board, commented why the DRB approved the revised plans. Mike
Reid gave additional reasons why he was appealing the decision. Kathy Warren, also
a member of the Design Review Board, explained why the DRB approved the detached
buildings. After some discussion by Council, Eric Affeldt made a motion to uphold
the DRB decision of April 1. John Slevin seconded. A vote was taken and the motion
passed unanimously 6-0.
At this time, Larry Eskwith brought forward a vacation and abandonment of existing
easement which had been discussed at the Work Session that afternoon. He noted
several changes which had been made for Council's approval. After a short
discussion by Council, Gail Wahrlich-Lowenthal made a motion to approve the vacation
and abandonment, which John Slevin seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed
unanimously 6-0.
There was no Citizen Participation.
Ron Phillips stated he had for his Town Manager's report three items of interest.
First, Charlyn Canada, Director of the Library, had turned in her resignation
effective May 15, and that as of yesterday was taking annual vacation leave. Annie
Fox would be the Acting Interim Manager. Next, he noted that compared to 1985 and
1986, 1987 total bus ridership was down seven percent. He stated probable reasons
•for this reduction, and that parking structures transactions showed a three percent
increase over last year, but revenues were down one percent. He felt this was due
to the free parking lot the Town had instigated at Ford Park. Lastly, he
distributed to Council a tentative timetable for major projects being done by Public
Works crews. Kent Rose requested a status report once a month like Council received
the year before, which he found extremely helpful. Hermann Staufer then asked to
see reports on the parking structures figures.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:05 p.m.
ATTEST:
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Pamela AB'Town Clerk
Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman
Respectfully submitted,
PaAR.o�on on, Mayor
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