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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 1997
7:30 P.M.
A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, December 2, 1997. at 7.30
P:M. in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building. The meeting was called to order
at approximately 7:30 P.M.
MEMBERS PRESENT
TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT:
TOWN OFFICIALS ABSENT
Rob Ford, Mayor
Ludwig Kurz, Mayor Pro-Tem
Bob Armour
Sybill Navas
Michael Jewett
Kevin Foley
Mike Arnett
Bob McLaurin, Town Manager
Tom Moorhead, Town Attorney
Pam Brandmeyer, Assistant Town Manager
The first item on the agenda was Citizen Participation. There was no citizen participation.
The second item on the agenda was the consent agenda:
A) Approving the Minutes from the November 4 and 18, 1997 meeting. Councilmember Bob
Armour made a motion to approve the minutes of the November 4 and 18, 1997 meetings,
Councilmember Sybill Navas seconded the motion. A vote was taken, there was unanimous
approval, 7-0.
B) Approving Resolution No. 17, Series of 1997, A Resolution designating an additional signer,
Elizabeth Pinson, and removing signer Kelly MacRae on an imprest checking account for
Library deposit transactions for the Town of Vail, permitted by the Charter of the Town, its
ordinances, and the statutes of the State of Colorado. Councilmember Bob Armour made a
motion to approve Resolution No. 17, Series of 1997, Councilmember Sybill Navas seconded
the motion. A vote was taken, there was unanimous approval, 7-0.
The third item on the agenda was the first reading of Ordinance No. 22, Series of 1997,
amending Sections 18.54.050(J)1-5 and 18.28.040 of the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail to
exempt outdoor lighting which is 18" or less above grade and is either a full cutoff fixture or has
maximum source lumens of 250 (equivalent to a 25-watt bulb) from the total number of lights
permitted per residential lot, and to permit accessory uses to be conducted outside in the
Commercial Service Center (CSC) Zone District, subject to the issuance of a conditional use
permit, pursuant to Chapter 18.60.
George Ruther, Community Development staff member, stated the requested changes to this
ordinance by the Town Council at the earlier worksession today have been made.
Staff is recommending approval of the ordinance on first reading.
Additional discussion regarding the changes requested at the work session.
Councilmember Mike Arnett made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 22, Series of 1997 with
the amended changes, Councilmember Kevin Foley seconded the motion. A vote was taken,
there was unanimous approval, t-u.
The fourth item on the agenda was the first reading of Ordinance No. 23, Series of 1997,
second amendment to the Town of Vail Police and Fire Employees' Pension Fund.
Steve Thompson, Finance Director stated the changes recommended in Ordinance No. 23 &
•Ordinance No. 24 are identical and have been recommended by the pension attorney. The
changes have little impact to participants. The only change that will impact participants, is the
change that allows the Town of Vail to refund accounts less than $3,500, if there has been a
break in service for one year, which is allowed under current law.
Mayor Rob Ford clarified that this ordinance amends administrative issues to the pension fund
only.
Steve Thompson stated that this ordinance allows for employees to self direct their funds.
Bob McLaurin stated there were two funds and explained the differences of the two funds.
Steve Thompson explained the fund gives employees approximately six different options.
Councilmember Bob Armour made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 23, Series of 1997,
Councilmember Sybill Navas seconded the motion. A vote was taken, there was unanimous
approval, 7-0,
The fifth item on the agenda was the first reading of Ordinance No. 24, Series of 1997, second
amendment to the Town of Vail Employees' Pension Fund,
Steve Thompson, Finance Director stated the changes recommended in Ordinance No. 24 are
identical to the changes in Ordinance No. 23, Series of 1997 and have been recommended by
the pension attorney. The changes have little impact to participants. The only change that will
impact participants, is the change that allows the Town of Vail to refund accounts less than
$3,500, if there has been a break in service for one year, which is allowed under current law.
Councilmember Bob Armour made a motion to approve on first reading Ordinance No. 24,
Series of 1997, Councilmember Sybill Navas seconded the motion. A vote was taken, there
was unanimous approval, 7-0.
The sixth item on the agenda was the first reading of Ordinance No. 25, Series of 1997,
making Supplemental Appropriations from the Town of Vail General Fund, Heavy Equipment
Fund, and Booth Creek Debt Service Fund, of the 1997 Budget and the Financial Plan for the
Town of Vail, Colorado; and Authorizing the An Ordinance Making Supplemental Appropriations
from the Town of Vail General Fund, Facilities Maintenance Fund, Heavy Equipment Fund, and
Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund, of the 1997 Budget and the Financial Plan for the Town of Vail,
Colorado; and Authorizing the Expenditures of Said Appropriations as Set Forth Herein; and
Setting Forth Details in Regard Thereto.
Steve Thompson stated on November 18, 1997, staff presented the interim financial report and
the required supplemental appropriations. This ordinance allows for formal approval of the
supplemental appropriations. There may be a modification to the amount on second reading
due to estimates not finalized at this time.
Steve explained the appropriate funds for additional unexpected expenditures were the same
items which he discussed with Council about 2 weeks ago. There will be a couple of additional
changes in next two weeks. Steve is waiting for the final figures to come in. He explained that
there were expenditures not anticipated, therefore there is a need for a supplemental
appropriation to cover them.
Councilmember Mike Arnett asked for an explanation about what items the funds were being
expended for.
Councilmember Mike Arnett and Councilmember Kevin Foley were not at the previous meeting
in which the list of expenditures were given to Council and were given a the list of expenditures.
Councilmember Ludwig Kurz made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 25, Series of 1997,
Councilmember Bob Armour seconded the motion.
T iieie was further discussion.
Councilmember Mike Jewett was against the motion for one specific reason. The line item for
$5,000 mitigation for Vail Commons/City Market noise issue project. Mike stated that the
appropriation for this item was inappropriate.
Councilmember Kevin Foley had the same concern as Mike Jewett.
Councilmember Mike Jewett stated that he has heard from some Vail citizens that they want
this item to go to a vote of the people. He would like to pull this item out of the appropriation
budget.
Councilmember Sybill Navas stated the noise levels were not in violation of town codes. She
also said it would be unfortunate if the issue were brought to a public vote, noting that the cost
of the election might be higher than the $5,000 in question.
Councilmember Ludwig Kurz and Rob Ford, Mayor agreed with Sybill.
Bob McLaurin stated that this expenditure had been made after a vote of the Town Council at a
previous meeting in October.
Councilmember Sybill Navas reiterated the noise decibels were under the allowed limits and the
study was done because the Town wanted to help the citizens in the neighborhood.
Councilmember Ludwig Kurz also expressed the Council was doing what was appropriate for
the neighborhood. He stated this was $5,000 well spent for the citizens of Vail.
Mayor Rob Ford stated this wasn't for appeasing the tenant, City Market, but to appease the
neighbors. It was a good gesture to do it for the neighborhood.
A vote was taken, 6-1. Councilmember Mike Jewett opposed.
The seventh item on the agenda was a presentation by TCI to clarify status of present cable
system in the Town of Vail.
• Tom Moorhead, Town Attorney, stated the Town of Vail/TCI Franchise Agreement which was
entered into in January, 1995, requires a complete build -out of the system with fiber optic cable
to be completed by January, 1998. This will not be accomplished. At the time of entering into
the Franchise Agreement, TCI expected to be entering into providing telephony services on a
large scale business -wide. This business approach has been abandoned. The Town of Vail
has been informed that this is one of the circumstances that leads to the present failure to
completely rebuild the system with fiber optic at this time.
On October 7, 1997, Fred Lutz of TCI made a presentation to the Town Council in which he
outlined the present status of the system.
The Town of Vail engaged the services of E3SI to evaluate the Town of Vail system and to
make appropriate recommendations as to how the Town of Vail can receive the best system
and service available under the present circumstances. This will provide information that will
hopefully assist Town Council in making ultimate decisions as to what action should be taken
on the Franchise Agreement in light of TCI's inability to fulfill its earlier agreement.
Chip White and Rick Inman of E3SI, provided information and a report as to their background
which qualifies them to evaluate the present system and make recommendations. They also
iprovided the results of their findings concerning the status of the present system and
substantive recommendations in the Town's effort to move forward with TCI. E3SI are
competitors with TCl in certain areas of the cable industry but E3SI does not provide cable
service to customers.
Chip White explained how the old system worked, how the present system works, and the
different readings that were taken during their study . He explained what the results were after
the fiber optic was installed. E3S1 found that the fiber optic system has been completed from
the head end to town hall and Aspen Lane (approximately 15 miles). The fiber optic system
simplifies installation and eliminates the need to amplify the system. This system allows for
less amplification levels, and is easier to maintain and repair.
Chip stated that there is not much more that can be done in a narrow valley of the type Vail is
in i. The duwi J64 of this system is if a cut occurs, a larger area is KnocKed out, but is it is still
easier to repair than coaxial cable. This study validates that the quality is up 20-30% from the
oid system.
Discussion about the differences between analog and digital compression ensued.
Councilmember Mike Arnett asked how this effects customer.
Bob McLaurin explained that unless you want basic cable service, there is an extra charge to
customer for additional channels.
There was additional discussion about the cost and maintenance of each system
Councilmember Sybill Navas asked if E3S1 is not recommending that TCI and Town of Vail go
after the current franchise agreement, what is the product the Town of Vail would be receiving 40
instead.
Rick Inman stated industry changes in last 3 years make it such that the capacity of what is
currently under contract is less than what would happen if the digital signal comes on line,
Bob McLaurin stated that in 1994 the technology was not reliable for digital compression.
Councilmember Sybil Navas said the bottom line is that the Town of Vail will end up with better
quality than what we would have under the old agreement.
Rick Inman stated that this is correct.
Councilmember Bob Armour stated he appreciated the simplicity of the presentation, the signal
is better and TCI has gone above and beyond the franchise agreement to date.
Bob McLaurin said the presentation tonight was for Council information only, and that staff is
not asking for a motion tonight.
Tom Moorhead said the next step would be for Bob McLaurin, Tom Moorhead and Fred Lutz of •
TCI meet and come to an agreement between the Town of Vail and TCI and make
recommendations to Council.
Mayor Rob Ford thanked Rick Inman and Chip White for their report.
The eighth item on the agenda was first reading of Ordinance No. 26, Series of 1997, adopting
the Town Code of Vail, Colorado.
Tom Moorhead, Town Attorney, stated the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail was originally
published by Look Publishing Company in 1977 and has been kept current by regular
supplementation. Over that period of time there are many provisions within the Code that no
longer where current in regard to current department personnel and practices of a non -
substantive nature. It was also determined that the format of the Code could be improved
through a recodification with an emphasis on being more user friendly.
Over two years ago the Town staff looked at recodification of the municipal code for several
factors, length of time for documents to be supplemented, references and inconsistencies. This
effort was undertaken under the direction of the Town Attorney's and Town Clerk's offices.
Each Town of Vail department has reviewed in totality those code sections that fall most
commonly under their jurisdiction.
Because of this recodification process there has been developed a much improved index with
appropriate cross-references which were inadequate previously. Also references to individual
departments and staff members by title have been clarified where necessary. In most
instances the schedules of fees which are reviewed on an annual basis by the Town Council
have been removed so that it will not be necessary to supplement the Code as frequently as in
the past. Current lists of fees will be kept on file in the office of the Town Clerk and the
department which administers those fee schedules.
The recodification process is not intended to make substantive changes to the Municipal Code.
The Town Charter is also included in the new code books and as an added feature, the
Municipal Code will also be available on CD Rom. The final product is before Council.
Mayor Rob Ford stated that these code books are on loan to Council and are to be returned at
the end of each term.
Councilmember Mike Jewett made a motion to approve Ordinance No, 26, Series of 1997, first
reading to adopt the Town Code of Vail, Councilmember Bob Armour seconded the motion.
There was additional discussion.
A vote was taken and there was unanimous approval, 7-0.
The ninth item on the agenda was the Town Manager Report
Bob Mcl_aurin stated he has nothing to add to the Town Manager's memorandum. He also
asked the Council to think about a date for a strategic planning retreat.
Councilmember Kevin Foley acknowledged a letter from Vail Associates complimenting the Vail
Fire Department for its response to a call at the Golden Peak ski base.
As there was no further business, Councilmember Bob Armour made a motion to adjourn,
Councilmember Sybill Navas seconded the motion. A vote was taken, and the motion passed
unanimously, 7-0.
The meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m.
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS FOR DECEMBER 2
Work Session Briefs
Councilmembers present: Arnett, Armour, Foley, Ford, Jewett, Kurz, Navas
--Site Visit and Appeal of B&B Conditional Use Approval by PEC
Following a site visit and a public hearing, the Council voted 5-2 (Kurz, Armour against) to
overturn the Planning and Environmental Commission's Oct. 27 conditional use approval that
would have allowed for a bed and breakfast operation at 1477 Aspen Grove Lane. In
overturning the approval, the Council majority found that the applicant, William Miller, needed
approval from his homeowner's association before filing the application with the town due to use
of a private road. For more information, contact Mike Mollica in the Community Development
Department at 479-2144.
--Debris Flow Hazard Map
The Council voted 7-0 to approve a request by homeowner Evie Nott to remove her property at
2645 Bald Mountain Road from the town's debris flow hazard map. The Council action was
based on a recommendation by a professional geologist that a berm constructed in 1984
eliminates the hazard identified previously. In removing the property from the hazard map, Nott
agreed to waive liability against the town in the case of future risks associated with debris flows.
For more information, contact Russell Forrest in the Community Development Department at
479-2146.
--Lionshead Master Plan
As part of the Lionshead Master Plan discussion, Councilmembers shared their thoughts about
last week's walking tour of the River Run Village in Keystone. River Run is a new planned unit
development ski base approved by Summit County. Council impressions included the
importance of sun pockets, the use of overhangs and pitched roofs to reduce the scale of the
buildings, view corridors of the mountain, the importance of gathering places, retail accessibility,
building textures, diverse architecture, the size of the pedestrian corridors and plazas, character
and personality traits, and the placement of public art, among others. Councilman Michael
Arnett said redevelopment in Lionshead should focus on improving the first two levels of the
buildings to reduce the canyon -like scale for pedestrians. In response to a question by Town
Manager Bob McLaurin regarding next steps in the Lionshead decision -making process, Mayor
Rob Ford asked McLaurin to prepare a recommendation for the next meeting. For more
information, contact McLaurin at 479-2105.
--Outdoor Lighting Amendment/Accessory Uses
As a preview to the evening meeting, the Council reviewed a two-part ordinance that would
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exempt low level (18 inches or less) outdoor lighting for steps and walkways from the total
number of lights permitted per residential lot and —as a housekeeping measure --to allow
approval of accessory uses to be conducted outside of a building in the Commercial Service
Center Zone District subject to the issuance of a conditional use permit. During discussion, the
Council reduced the intensity of the outdoor lighting levels recommended in the ordinance from
400 to 250 lumens (equivalent to a 25 watt bulb) per fixture. For more information, contact
George Ruther in the Community Development Department at 479-2145,
--Information Update
There were two announcements: the TOV Holiday party is Dec. 12; dinner with the Avon Town
Council is set for Dec. 4.
Andy Knudtsen, senior housing policy planner, briefly reviewed a memo updating the Council on
the town's housing efforts. He said a draft agreement with the Eagle River Water and Sanitation
District (in which the town will take the lead on construction of the Red Sandstone Creek housing
project) will be available for Council review at next week's meeting, Councilmembers Michael
Arnett and Michael Jewett stated their interest in creating a mix of for -sale units and seasonal
rental units at the site. The previous density was approved at 17 for -sale units. For more
information, contact Knudtsen at 479-2440.
--Council Reports
Kevin Foley attended a Turn it Upt training session earlier in the day. He complimented
organizers of the event. •
--Other
Michael Arnett asked fellow Councilmembers if there was interest in considering legislation
which would allow modest upgrades of certain properties (those within existing gross residential
floor area allowances) without requiring additional modifications to the property other than
meeting building code requirements. Arnett said the proposal would provide a "stroke of
fairness" to the community. The remaining Councilmembers agreed to consider such an
ordinance. Town Attorney Tom Moorhead will be asked to prepare a draft.
Kevin Foley inquired about the following: removal of a bus shelter on the Golf Course route by
Golden Peak; the existence of an impromptu parking lot behind Ski Club Vail; horse carriage
clean-up operations; promotion of Park Free After 3; repair work at the old town shop parking lot;
and bus service requests on Chamonix Lane and late -night service to East Vail,
Ludwig Kurz said the downhill course at Beaver Creek, which hosted its first practice run earlier
in the day, will prove to be one of the top downhill courses in the world.
In following up on a request from a representative of the Eagle Valley Leadership Coalition
regarding creation of a regional council of governments, Bob Armour suggested sending a letter
to the group expressing reservations about the concept.
The Council voted 7-0 to authorize Sybill Navas and Bob Armour to pick out new chairs for the
Council. The money will come from Council contingency funds,
Town Attorney Tom Moorhead advised the Council that due to the revised GRFA ordinance,
Todger Anderson's residence would qualify to convert an existing crawl space into GRFA,
except for an added restriction that was entered into at the time of construction in 1992. The
Council directed Moorhead to work with Anderson in agreeing to release the restriction. This will
permit the project to go through the process to finish out the existing space.
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Evening Session Briefs
Councilmembers present: Arnett, Armour, Foley, Ford, Jewett, Kurz, Navas
• --Citizen Participation
There was no citizen participation.
--Consent Agenda
The Council voted 7-0 to approve the consent agenda which contained two items: minutes from
the Nov. 4 and 18 evening meetings; and a resolution designating signers for library deposit
transactions.
--Outdoor Lighting Amendment/Accessory Uses
The Council voted 7-0 to approve first reading of an ordinance that amends two sections of the
Municipal Code. The first exempts low -to -the -ground outdoor lights from the total number of
lights permitted on a residential lot. The measure is intended to improve the safety of residential
stairs and sidewalks. The second amendment is a housekeeping measure that allows
accessory uses to be conducted outside of a building in the Commercial Service Center Zone
District subject to approval of a conditional use permit. The measure clarifies a Council decision
earlier in the year to allow a batting cage to be operated outside at Garton's Saloon as an
accessory use. For more information, contact George Ruther in the Community Development
Department at 479-2145.
-TOV Police/Fire Employees' Pension Fund Amendment
The Council voted 7-0 to approve an ordinance on first reading to amend the pension plan to
reflect changes in the law. The amendment, among other things, allows the town to refund
accounts less than $3,500 if there has been a break in service for one year. The administrative
changes were recommended by the town's pension attorney. For more information, contact
Steve Thompson, finance director, at 479-2116.
--TOV Employees' Pension Fund Amendment
The Council voted 7-0 to approve this ordinance on first reading that duplicates the changes
outlined above. For more information, contact Steve Thompson, finance director, at 479-2116.
--Supplemental Appropriation
The Council voted 6-1 (Jewett against) to approve first reading of a $323,916 supplemental
appropriation to the 1997 budget. In voting against the ordinance, Councilman Michael Jewett
said he couldn't support the measure because it contains a $5,000 appropriation for noise
mitigation at Vail Commons. Jewett has called the mitigation an inappropriate expenditure by
the town because it subsidizes one of the largest grocers in the country. Jewett said there's
even talk in the community about referring the matter to a vote of the people. The Council voted
4-2 (Jewett and Foley against) Oct. 21 to authorize the project to reduce noise levels caused by
a compressor at City Market (City Market also agreed to contribute $5,000 to share in the
•mitigation cost). Last night, Councilman Kevin Foley said he also felt the mitigation was an
inappropriate town expense. But Councilmembers Sybil[ Navas, Ludwig Kurz and Rob Ford said
they stood by their decision because it provides direct benefit to the neighborhood, not City
Market. Because the noise level wasn't in violation of town codes, the Council couldn't require
City Market to improve the situation, they said. In addition, the three said it would be unfortunate
if the matter were brought to a public vote, noting that the cost of the election might be higher
than the matter in question. Also last night, Town Manager Bob McLaurin noted that the project
had already been approved following Council authorization in October; the action before the
Council now, he said, is to appropriate the funds.
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--TCI Follow-up
The Council heard a report from the Denver -based consulting firm of E3SI (Enhanced Video,
Voice & Data Systems, Inc.) regarding the town's franchise agreement with TCI Cablevision.
E3SI was hired by the town to evaluate TCI's current plant and to review various options for
improvement of the plant. The work was initiated following TCI's request to modify the current
15-year franchise agreement with the town. Rather than rebuild the system with fiber optics by
January 1998 as the current franchise requires, TCI has proposed a hybrid system containing a
combination of fiber optic improvements along with digital compression technology. During last
night's presentation, Chip White of E3SI said plant improvements undertaken by TCI within the
past year have already improved the signal quality by as much as 30 percent in Vail. Those
improvements include installation of a fiber optic network from the plant's headend in Avon
through Dowd Junction to West Vail, and from West Vail to Aspen Lane in East Vail. White
recommends that TCI also upgrade its plant from an analog capacity of 330 megahertz to 400
megahertz, which will add capacity for 12 new analog channels. From there, he said, three of
those analog channels could then be converted to digital channels at a compression ration of
12-to-1, netting 36 more digital programming sources. The end result would provide up to 46
analog channels and 72 digital channels for a total programming availability of 118 channels, he
said. White also recommended that a consistent maintenance agreement be implemented
between TCI and the town in which cut cable, pedestal damage and relocation requests are
logged and reported. The current TCI system provides 37 available analog channels and 36
digital channels for a total of 73 channels; the franchise agreement calls for a total of 78 analog
channels by 1998. In response to questions by Councilmembers, White said the hybrid system
of fiber optic and digital compression would serve the best purpose for cable subscribers
because it would offer better quality, more capacity and more flexibility. The fiber optic rebuild
proposed originally, he said, is no longer state-of-the-art technology. In addition, customers can
choose whether or not they want to pay for the added digital channels, he said. With the fiber
optic rebuild, TCI would have the authority to pass the upgrade costs on directly to the
customers which would result in higher monthly bills. Town Manager Bob McLaurin said a staff
recommendation would be presented to the Council in the next few weeks regarding next steps.
For more information, contact McLaurin at 479-2105.
--Code Codification
The Council voted 7-0 to approve first reading of an ordinance adopting a recodified municipal
code following two years of work. In addition to printed versions, the code has been formatted
on CD-ROM for improved accessibility,
--Town Manager's Report
In his town manager's report, Bob McLaurin asked the Council to begin thinking about a date for
a strategic planning retreat.
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--Other
Councilman Kevin Foley acknowledged a letter from Vail Associates complimenting the Fire
Department for its response to a call at the Golden Peak ski base. .
UPCOMING DISCUSSION TOPICS
Dec. 9 Work Session
PEC/DRB Review
Lionshead Master Plan
Booth Falls Rockfall Mitigation (Site Visit & Discussion)
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Dec. 16 Work Session
20 Year Anniversaries (Dick Duran & Mike McGee)
Lionshead Master Plan
Dec. 16 Evening Meeting
First Reading, Ordinance No. 26, Code Codification
First Reading, Ordinance No. 25, Supplemental Appropriation
First Reading, Ordinance No. 23, TOV Police/Fire Employee Pension Amendment
First Reading, Ordinance No. 24, TOV Employee Pension Amendment
Second Reading, Ordinance No. 22, Design Guidelines Amendment
Lionshead Master Plan
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS FOR DECEMBER 9
Work Session Briefs
Council members present: Armour, Arnett, Foley, Ford, Jewett, Kurz, Navas
--Site Visit and Discussion of Rockfail Mitigation for Booth Falls
Following a site visit, the Council voted 7-0 to approve the use of Town of Vail land for the
creation of rockfall mitigation for the Booth Falls Homeowners Association. The town has
committed up to $20,000 to assist with design of the wall, while the Homeowners Association
has agreed to pay for all construction costs. The proposed mitigation involves construction of
two walls. The primary wall is 360 ft. long, 12 ft. high and 12 ft. thick, while the second wall is 60
ft. long, 8 ft. high and 10 ft. thick. Approximately 120 ft. of the primary wall would be located on a
parcel which is in the process of being transferred to the Town of Vail's ownership from the U.S.
Forest Service. During discussion yesterday, Russell Forrest, the town's senior environmental
policy planner, said the mitigation, once complete, will allow the 18 units at Booth Falls to be
identified as having approved mitigation on the Town's hazard maps. Construction of the two
protective walls follows an incident last March 26 when a 20 ft, by 8 ft. by 8 ft. piece of rock face
broke off the rock band above the Booth Fails units causing substantial damage to one of the
buildings. Construction is expected to begin in early spring. For more information, contact
Russell Forrest in the Community Development Department at 479-2146.
--Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan Status Report
During an update on the master planning process, representatives of the town's consultant,
Design Workshop, identified seven outstanding issues to be resolved for completion of stage
three (analyze alternatives and select preferred alternatives) of a five -step process. Design
Workshop yesterday presented alternatives to several concepts that had been floated previously.
The proposed transit corridor spine, for example, which has received numerous letters of protest
from surrounding property owners, is being deemed as "problematic given existing technology
and necessity to relocate portions of some existing buildings." Instead, the master plan team
recommends focusing on maintaining and enhancing the linkage between the east and west
ends of Lionshead in other ways, such as running a transit line parallel to the Frontage Road, or
reserving right-of-way for a central corridor in the event that future conditions and improved
technology warrant implementation of the concept. Similarly, an earlier concept of an 800-space
underground parking structure beneath the Landmark Townhomes, Concert Hail Plaza and
Montaneros has been deemed "too tenuous a possibility." So, alternatives were presented
yesterday that would offer incentives to properties that would agree to add more below -grade
parking spaces than would be required for their own use in conjunction with their proposed
redevelopments. Also presented yesterday were alternatives to a concept for realignment of the
South Frontage Road and a brief discussion on building height and mass. Ethan Moore of
Design Workshop said the master plan would
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recommend alternatives to today's zoning code to enhance the quality of the spaces. As it
stands now, he said the four existing zoning code elements --height, site coverage, setbacks and
GRFA--don't provide opportunities for significant redevelopment given the nonconforming status
of the vast majority of existing buildings. David Kenyon, also of Design Workshop, spoke of the
advantages a master plan will bring to Lionshead. Once complete, he said the plan will
strengthen the town's control of the public domain within Lionshead (elements such as public
spaces, circulation, view corridors and sun pockets) rather than a reactive review of developers'
projects on a piecemeal basis. During discussion by the Council, Mayor Rob Ford spoke of the
project's importance in revitalizing Vail as a whole through increased economic stability. Ford
offered an open invitation for those interested in the project to get involved. Councilman Ludwig
Kurz expressed interest in reviewing underground transit and pedestrian opportunities, given the
limited space, while Councilman Michaei Arnett suggested putting a transit corridor through
buildings instead of around them. In summarizing the discussion, Mayor Rob Ford said the
Council has no intention of approving a new transit corridor that would utilize existing technology
and that a new underground parking garage is simply a concept that by no means would be
forced upon properties through condemnation. The Council is scheduled to continue its
discussion at the Dec. 16 work session to determine how it will proceed in moving through Stage
3. For more information, contact Susan Connelly in the Community Development Department at
479-2140.
--Council Reports
Kevin Foley, who represents the Council on the Eagle County Trails Committee, said the group
approved a $95,000 funding request for trails in Gypsum. Funding comes from the half -cent
transportation tax.
Michael Arnett complimented organizers of the World Cup races for its successfui run.
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Bob Armour reported on his attendance at the recent Crystal Ball; thanked Councilmembers for
attending the joint dinner with the Avon Town Council; and reminded members about a Vail
Valley Exchange event Dec. 15 at the Colorado Ski Museum as well as the Dec. 9 community
mixer at the Dancing Bear.
Ludwig Kurz thanked the Town of Vail bus division for its transportation assistance during the
World Cup races. The effort was considered a dry run for the 1999 World Alpine Ski
Championships.
Kevin Foley shared a list of items for follow-up: signs on Frontage Road at Ford Park;
Concert Hall Plaza bus stop operations; the speed of buses on the intown route; the status of the
bridge work on Vail Valley Drive; and a date for the Council retreat.
Sybill Navas inquired about the need to raise three manhole covers on South Frontage Road.
Michael Jewett said he wanted to state his concern for the record regarding fees that he says are
too high at the Bright Horizons day care center at Vail Commons. He asked Town Manager Bob
McLaurin to explore the matter. Jewett also said he was intrigued by a suggestion at the Avon
Town Council dinner that a summit be held by communities impacted by Vail Resorts --
Breckenridge, Vail and Avon --to discuss issues of common concern. Jewett also announced that
immediately following the work session, several Councilmembers would be meeting with David
Corbin of Vail Associates for a briefing on VA's concepts for redevelopment of its core site in
Lionshead. In addition, Jewett asked if TOV employee survey results, part of an ongoing
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organizational development process, would be made available to Council. Town Manager Bob
McLaurin said the information would be made available to Council in the coming weeks.
Kevin Foley thanked organizers of the Turn it Up! program for another successful training.
UPCOMING DISCUSSION TOPICS
Dec. 16 Work Session
20 Year Anniversaries, Dick Duran and Mike McGee
Presentation of Investment Report
Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan, Next Steps
Dec. 16 Evening Meeting
2nd Reading Ordinance No. 26, Code Codification
2nd Reading, Ordinance No. 25, Supplemental Appropriation
2nd Reading, Ordinance No. 23, Amendment to Police/Fire Pension Fund
2nd Reading, Ordinance No. 24, Amendment to TOV Employee Pension Fund
2nd Reading, Ordinance No. 22, Design Guideline Amendment
Jan. 6 Work Session
No items scheduled at this time
• Jan. 6 Evening Meeting
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
WORK SESSION
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 1997
2:00 P.M. AT TOV COUNCIL CHAMBERS
AGENDA
NOTE: Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and cannot be relied upon to
determine at what time Council will consider an item.
1.
Site Visit and Appeal of a Planning and Environmental Commission
Mike Mollica
approval of a conditional use permit, to allow for a Bed & Breakfast
William Miller
operation, located at 1477 Aspen Grove Lane/Lot 3, Block 2, Lionsridge
4th Filing. Property Owner: William Miller. Appellant: Lionsridge
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Subdivision Filing #4 Homeowner's Association, Thomas Hughes,
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President. (30 mins for site visit/30 mins for appeal)
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ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Uphold, overturn, or modify the
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Planning and Environmental Commission decision.
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BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On October 27, 1997, the Planning and
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Environmental Commission unanimously approved, by a 4-1-1 vote
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(Gene Uselton opposed and Ann Bishop recused), a request for a
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conditional use permit to allow for a Bed & Breakfast operation. Please
see the enclosed memorandum from the Community Development
Department to the Planning and Environmental Commission, dated
October 27,1997, for details of the request. The appellant's statement is
also included in the Council packet.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Town Council
uphold the Planning and Environmental Commission decision.
2.
Consider a request to modify the Town of Vail debris flow hazard maps to
Russell Forrest
indicate approved mitigation on a portion of 2645 Bald Mt. Road, Lot 10,
Block 2, Vail Village 13th Filing. (30 mins.)
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve or deny approve a
request to modify the Town of Vail Debris Flow maps to indicate
approved mitigation on a portion of 2645 Bald Mt. Road, Lot 10, Block 2,
Vail Village 13th Filing.
BACKGROUND RATIONALE: In 1984 a debris flow occurred in the Bald
Mt neighborhood. In 1984 after the first debris flow, the owner of Lot 10,
Block 2, Vail Village 13th Fling created a berm to mitigate future debris
flow events. The property is located in what is currently delineated as a
high debris flow hazard designation. Mr. Nicololas Lampiris, a
professional geologist, has reviewed the mitigation and the debris flow
hazard on Ms Notts property. Mr. Lampiris concluded that Ms Nott's home
is "out of the Debris Flow Line because the line will follow the bottom of
the trench to delineate the lower reaches of this hazard in this area."
Approved mitigation in this case, based on Mr Lampiris's letter, means
that there is no debris flow hazard on that area of Lot 10, Vail Village 13th
Filing below (south) of the center line of the ditch as long as the ditch is
properly maintained. This mitigated area includes the area where Ms
Nott's existing home is located. The area above (north) the center line of
the ditch remains in a high hazard debris flow area.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Approve this request to modify the Town
of Vail Debris Flow maps to indicate approved mitigation on a portion of
2645 Bald Mt. Road, Lot 10, Block 2, Vail Village 13th Filing.
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3.
LIONSHEAD REDEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN -- STAGE THREE
Susan Connelly
Debrief re: 11125 tour of River Run at Keystone and discussion of urban
David Kenyon
design principles and height, setback, site coverage, street orientation,
Ethan Moore
etc, (Introduction to performance zoning) (1 hr.)
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ACTIO REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Discussion, only.
BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The purpose of the tour of River Run at
Keystone was to experience what an award -winning site plan looks like
once constructed and how it feels, as a user, to stand in the heart of it. It
was an opportunity to take urban design principles off paper and
experience what they mean in a real situation -- what works well and
what does not. In today's work session, Council will share its reactions to
what it experienced at River Run and begin the discussion of
performance zoning and how it might relate to Master Plan concepts
being discussed for Lionshead Redevelopment.
4.
Discussion of Ordinance No. 22, Series 1997, An ordinance amending
George Ruther
Sections 18,54.050(J)1-5 and 18.28.040 of the Municipal Code of the
Town of Vail to exempt outdoor lighting which is 18" or less above grade
and is either a full cutoff fixture or has maximum source lumens of 4 O--
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(equivalent to a 4 -watt bulb) from the total number of lights permitted
residential I to accessory uses to be conducted outside
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in the Commer ial Service Center (CSC) Zone District, subject to the
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issuance of a onditional use permit, pursuant to Chapter 18.60, (20
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ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Discuss Ordinance No. 22, Series
of 1997 that will be read at this evening's meeting.
BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On September 29, 1997, Fritzlen, Pierce,
Briner Architects, submitted an application to amend the Zoning Code to
exempt certain types of outdoor lighting from the regulations outlined in
Section 18.54,050 (J) 1-5 (Design Guidelines, outdoor lighting).
On October 27, 1997, the Planning and Environmental Commission voted
unanimously (6-0) to recommend approval of the requested amendment
to Town Council. Additionally, the Town Council has directed staff to
amend the Zoning Code to allow accessory uses to be conducted outside
in the CSC Zone District, subject to the issuance of a conditional use
permit, pursuant to Chapter 18.60. Council's direction is a result of a
recent request to allow a batting cage to be operated outside at Garton's
Saloon as an accessory use.
A copy of the staff memorandum to the Planning and Environmental
Commission, dated 10/27/97, and the draft meeting minutes have been
attached for reference.
5. Information Update. (10 mins.)
6. Council Reports. (10 mins.)
Other. (10 mins.)
8. Adjournment - 5:35 p.m.
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