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75 South Frontage .Road
Vail, Colorado 81657
970-479-2100
FAX 970-479-2157
MEDIA ADVISORY
November 11, 1998
Contact: Suzanne Silverthorn, 479-2115
Community Information Office
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS FOR NOVEMBER 10
Work Session Briefs
Council members present: Armour, Arnett, Foley, Ford, Jewett, Kurz, Navas
--Pay for Performance Discussion with Tom Haller
The Council met with Tom Haller of the management consultant firm Lee and Burgess
Associates regarding the town's "readiness" to modify the town's existing merit pay system.
Haller described six conditions for successful implementation: 1) elected officials must be
unanimously committed to the concept of performance -based pay, or must at least agree not to
0 interfere with pay decisions for individual employees or departments; 2) the management must
be unanimously committed to the concept, must be capable of making and defending difficult
decisions about performance and pay, and be effective, proactive managers; 3) the performance
management process and philosophy must be effective and credible; 4) managers and
supervisors must be thoroughly trained in, and understand and be committed to, the concepts,
techniques, and objectives of performance management; 5) the reward system must be
meaningful; and 6) proper administrative controls and processes must be in place. Although
difficult to implement, Town Manager Bob McLaurin said he supports the change. McLaurin
proposed a phased concept that would implement pay for performance at the department head
and division head levels in 1999, leaving the current pay'system in place for front line
employees. While most Councilmembers appeared supportive of the concept, Councilman
Michael Jewett expressed a dissenting opinion. A final decision on the issue will rest with the
Council and will be determined at the Nov. 17 meeting. For more information, contact McLaurin
at 479-2105.
--PEC/DRB Review
After learning of the Planning and Environmental Commission's 4-3 vote Monday to approve a
variance that would allow for athlete/vendor drop-off in front of the Ski Club Vail facilities on Vail
Valley Drive (approved with 8 conditions), the Council voted 7-0 to call-up the proposal to review
it in its entirety. The proposal will be reviewed by Council at its Nov. 17 work session. For more
information, contact Brent Wilson in the Community Development Department at 479-2128.
Also yesterday, the Council inquired about Design Review Board denial of an exterior lighting
application submitted by the Roost Lodge.
--Appointment of Councilmember to Board of Directors for the Alpine Gardens
• The Council voted 7-0 to appoint Michael Jewett as the Vail Town Council representative to the
Alpine Gardens Board of Directors.
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A request for a variance from Section 12-BA-11 of the Town of Vail Municipal
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Vail Valley Drive/A portion of Tract F, Vail Village 7`h Filing.
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Applicant: Ski Club Vail
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Information Update
Larry Grafel, public works/transportatiori director, presented an update on the hiring process for
Planner: Brent Wilson
seasonal bus drivers and parking booth attendants. The town is currently 7 drivers short out of
36 seasonal bus driver positions, as well as 3 vacancies for booth attendants. Only 3 housing
MOTION: GALEN AASLAND SECOND JOHN SCHOFIELD
units remain vacant within the town's seasonal housing development at Buzzard Park. As a
result, Grafel said the town intends to make operational adjustments accordingly with the
"summer" bus schedule extending about two weeks beyond the traditional transition to winter
APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS: VOTE: 4-3
service. Bus service will be increased to accommodate passengers during the Thanksgiving
holiday, however. It wasnotedthat 5 potential bus driver candidates have been recruited from
1. That the approval be limited toa period of one year between the dates of
Mt. Buller, Australia, and are due to arrive in December. Grafel said the town wants to be frugal
November 6* and May 101h and the hours of 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
with mandatory overtime on the front side of the season, so as not to burn -out current drivers for
the heavier impact months and the increased service during the 99 championships.
2. That the terms outlined in the Memorandum of Understanding dated
January 6'", 1998 be fulfilled in their entirety.
Also yesterday, Grafel provided an overview of the Vail 99 Transportation Committee's role in
providing adequate parking for the event, which will include temporary use of the soccer field,
3. That an agreement be established between the Town of Vail and Ski Club
the Ford Park softball fields and the lower bench of Donovan Park. He also apologized to
Vail for the management (maintenance, signage, enforcement) of parking on
Council for lapses in timely progress reports from the Committee.
this property.
Councilmembers then inquired about the status of construction projects at the Transportation
4. That Ski Club Vail submit a long-term parking/development plan for
Center, Slifer Plaza and Checkpoint Charlie.
review no later than February 28, 1999.
Next, the Council voted 7-0 to authorize a maximum of $2,000 to be used from Council
5. That all signage required for maintenance and enforcement of the parking
contingency funds to partner with the Vail Valley Foundation and Vail Associates to throw a party
area be paid for by the applicant.
in conjunction with the 99 season kick-off Parade of Champions Ski Down to honor members of
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Team Vail for their first place finish in the Eco-Challenge. The party will take place at 3 p.m.
Saturday (11-14), Also, Councilmembers agreed to create a team and will in
6. That an ultimate solution for the use of the "turn around area" and road
participate
shoulder be arranged In the agreement between the Town of Vail and Ski
Saturday's ski down. For more information, contact Pam Brandmeyer at 479-2113.
Club Vail.
In other business yesterday, Councilmembers were reminded to check their Internet e-mail from
7. That the Vail Town Council approve the use of the right-of-way for this
constituents. Also, the Council decided to take a holiday break in December by canceling its
Dec. 22 and Dec. 29 meetings.
purpose.
8. If, at any point during this approval period, the Town of Vail deems the
--Council Reports
Kevin Foley, who attends meetings of the Vail Recreation District on behalf of the Council,
parking/loading management situation inadequate, outstanding issues will
shared a copy of a 3-year plan developed by the VRD.
be resolved by the "assessment committee" — a committee derived of
representatives from the Town of Vail, Ski Club Vail and Vail Associates.
Ludwig Kurz, who represents the Council on the Eagle County Recreation Authority (Berry Creek
Fifth), provided a brief update on a meeting last week in which a plan to visit a small parcel of
land was postponed due to the weather. Kurz said the authority has been approached by the
4.
A request for a Conditional Use Permit, to allow for a "transportation business"
water district with the need to create a pump site in that area.
within SDD #4, located at 1295 S. Frontage Road/Cascade Village.
Applicant: Thrifty Car Rental, represented by Rudy & Associates
Sybill Navas reported on a recent forum sponsored by the Northwest Colorado Council of
Planner: George Ruther
Governments Water Quality/Quantity at Cooper Mountain. The topic was how communities can
participate in ski area expansions.
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In noting an earlier discussion about Vail's parking needs, Sybill Navas recalled that a promoter
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A request for a final review and a recommendation on the Lionshead Master Plan.
once considered Vail for a major music festival, but the concept was rejected due to concerns
about parking inadequacy.
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Applicant: Town of Vail
Lionshead Master Plan Team
Planner:
Rob Ford asked if Councilmembers could be provided with TOV uniform jackets.
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Michael Jewett asked for clarification regarding next steps on the Ptarmigan property, in which •
Council will be asked to consider three ordinances for approval. Also, Jewett inquired about the
possibility of town -issued computers for Councilmembers. Jewett has previously expressed
frustration in accessing a computer set aside for Council use, due to his work schedule.
Assistant Town Manager Pam Brandmeyer suggested consideration of a new location for the
Council office space (that could be accessed 24 hours a day) following completion of the 99
championships.
Ludwig Kurz distributed a Time magazine article entitled "Corporate Welfare," and suggested
Councilmembers review it as they consider Implementation of the Llonshead Master plan.
Kevin Foley thanked Commander Jeff Layman for his years of service to the town. Layman has
just been named police chief for the Town of Avon.
UPCOMING DISCUSSION TOPICS
November 17 Work Session
Lionshead Master Plan Review
Appeal of PEC Decision re: Ski Club Vail
November 17 Evening Meeting
Proclamation Honoring Team Vail for Winning the Eco-Challenge in Morocco
Public Hearing and First Reading of TOV Budget Ordinance
Arosa/Garmish Housing and Park Parameters
November 24 Work Session
PEC/DRB Review
Discussion with David Carter, re: Regional Housing Authority
Discussion of Model Traffic Code
December I Work Session
Discussion of Dowd Junction Deer/Elk Migration
Discussion of Contract Auditing Services
December f Evening Meeting
Lionshead Master Plan, Final Review
First Reading, Model Traffic Code
First Reading, Supplemental Appropriation
Second Reading, TOV Budget
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WORK SESSION MINT TTF,S
Tuesday, November 10, 1998
2:00 P.M.
Town of Vail Council Chambers
What follows will reflect motions and actions taken by the Vail Town Council at their regular
work session on November 10, 1998. All members were present.
I , Item No. 2, under the PEC/DRB Review. In regard to a request for a variance from
Section 12-8A-11 of the Town of Vail Municipal Code, to allow for parking and loading
within request set -backs, located at 598 Vail Valley Drive/A portion of Tract F, Vail
Village 7th Filing, Applicant: Ski Club Vail. Council discussed approval of the use of
Town of Vail right-of-way for the requested purpose. Michael Arnett moved, with a
second from Bob Armour, to call up the approval from Planning Commission with eight
conditions (see attachment). A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously, 7-0.
2. Item No. 3, Appointment of Council Member to Board of Directors for the Alpine
Gardens. Bob Armour moved, with a second from Michael Arnett, to approve Mike
Jewett. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously, 7-0.