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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987-04-21 Town Council MinutesMINUTES 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 is 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: 4. &ran ever, Pamela AB'Town Clerk Minutes taken by Brenda Chesman Respectfully submitted, PaAR.o�on on, Mayor -2-