HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-05-11 Town Council MinutesWORK SESSION MINUTES
Tuesday, May 11, 1999
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 May 11, 1999. All members were present with the exception of Rob Ford and
Mike Jewett.
Item No. 3, An appeal of the PEC approval for minor amendment to the Golden Peak
Development Plan to construct a ski tunnel; Tract B, Vail Village 7". On a request from John
Dunn, who represents adjacent property owners to the Golden Peak area, Mike Arnett made a
motion, with a second from Bob Armour, to table this request to the June I' work session. A
vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
Item No. 4, Discussion of two add-ons to the approved Lionsridge Loop/Buffehr Creek Road
Street Project. Following a site visit, Mike Arnett moved, with a second from Kevin Foley, to
stay with the original base bid and to fund neither alternative A or alternative B in conjunction
with this project. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS FOR MAY 11
Work Session Briefs
Council members present: Armour, Arnett, Foley, Kurz, Navas
--Site Visit to Lionsridge Loop/Buffehr Creek Road
Following a site visit to the Lionsridge Loop/Buffehr Creek Road project area, the Council voted
5-0 to maintain approval of a $1.8 million base bid from Dow Construction of New Castle for
street reconstruction work. The Council had considered two additions to the project --a
Chamonix sidewalk extension for $86,000 and a sight distance correction for $110,000--but
agreed not to proceed with the add -on projects after weighing costs versus benefits. For more
information, contact Greg Hall, acting public works director, at 479-2160.
• --PEC/DRB Report
During a review of the most recent meeting of the Planning and Environmental Commission
(PEC), Councilmember Sybill Navas inquired about a request by Vail Mountain School to pursue
a conditional use permit for construction of a temporary classroom on the site for a 10 month
period. Although the May 10 discussion was preliminary in nature, Senior Planner George
Ruther said the PEC expressed its interest in maintaining such a structure as a temporary use
rather than transitioning it to a permanent use. During a similar review of the most recent
meeting of the Design Review Board (DRB), Councilman Michael Arnett inquired about the
status of the Marriott redevelopment. Senior Planner George Ruther said the applicant has
responded to some of the design issues raised by the DRB with discussions continuing on May
19. Also, Councilmember Sybiil Navas inquired about the status of a locker room/loading dock
expansion at Dobson Ice Arena, proposed by the Vail Recreation District. The concept received
a conceptual review by the DRB May 5 and is scheduled for final review by DRB on May 19.
Navas expressed concern on two fronts. First, she said she hoped the project wouldn't preclude
improvement ideas generated by an upcoming design charette for town wide community
facilities (scheduled for June 8-10). She also wondered why the Town Council wasn't more
involved in the planning since the building is owned by the Town of Vail and leased to the Vail
Recreation District. In response, Councilman Kevin Foley, who is the Council liaison to the Vail
Recreation District, said the district is interested in moving forward with the expansion once the
design charette has been completed. Council will informally review the expansion plans at its
May 18 work session. For more information, contact George Ruther in the Community
Development Department at 479-2145.
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--Appeal of the PEC Approval for a Minor Amendment to the Golden Peak Development Plan to
Construct a Ski Tunnel
At the request of the appellant, the Council voted 5-0 to table the appeal to the June 1 work
session. The ski tunnel, a project of Vail Resorts, is proposed to be constructed under a race
course at Golden Peak to improve skier access to Ski Club Vail, Pinos del Norte condos and
North Woods condos. Currently, skiers must cross the race course on Ruder's Route, which
has the potential for skier collisions. In requesting the extension yesterday, John Dunn, an
attorney representing an adjacent property owner, said that while his client is not actively
opposed to the ski tunnel proposal, more information is needed to understand the scope of the
project. Conceptual plans will be presented to the Design Review Board on May 19. For more
information, contact Jeff Hunt in the Community Development Department at 479-2140.
--Vail Marketing Options Discussion
After reviewing Monday's community marketing discussion, in which the merits of at least three
ballot issue approaches were debated, the Council, at the suggestion of Sybill Navas, agreed to
step back from the issue with the expectation that one or more business coalitions step forward
and offer a ballot proposal that will provide a permanent funding source for summer marketing.
The Council set a deadline of June 1 to accept such proposals. During discussion yesterday,
Councilmembers expressed frustration in their attempts to bring closure to the ballot framework
issue. They also pleaded for the business community to take a leadership role. Otherwise,
some Councilmembers wondered if the town wouldn't be better off to put its resources into
improving the "product," such as better bus service, cleaner streets, etc., rather than marketing.
Either way, Councilmembers acknowledged the need for various planning and operational
scenarios depending on the outcome of the next series of steps. For more information, contact
Assistant Town Manager Pam Brandmeyer at 479-2113.
--Learning Tree and ABC School Request to Modify Terms and Conditions of Their Respective
Leases
The Council heard a request yesterday from representatives of the Learning Tree and ABC
schools to modify their leases from the current 180-day relocation notice to a two-year exit plan.
The town has leased land to the agencies for the. past 20 years. The current lease agreement
expires in 2002. The representatives said they'd been asked to appear before the Council by
parents of the children in response to conceptual drawings on the Mountain Bell site that show a
fire station, affordable housing and the two day care centers in a new location on the site.
Although Councilmembers agreed that uninterrupted, day care service would serve the
community's interests well, they expressed caution in amending the lease unilaterally.
Councilman Ludwig Kurz suggested the Council review other town leases with the town
manager and town attorney to get a better understanding of other agreements. Also,
Councilmember Sybill Navas reminded the group that the Council hasn't formally accepted any
of the conceptual drawings. Town Manager Bob McLaurin said he's been working closely with
the day care operators, including the offer of preliminary architectural services as well as
relocation sites on other town -owned properties. In response, Moe Mulrooney of the Learning
Tree, said she didn't expect the Council to make an immediate decision on the lease request.
Instead, she said the group wanted to express their concerns as well as the need for a long term
lease stating the location of a new building site in order to approach funders. For more
information, contact Town Manager Bob McLaurin at 479-2105.
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--information Update
Councilmembers received a blue ribbon symbolizing the "thin blue line" in recognition of National
Police Week. Flags will be flown at half-mast on May 15 to honor those who have been killed in
the line of duty.
--Council Reports
Kevin Foley, who serves as a liaison to the Vail Recreation District, reported on this week's
board meeting. Foley said the VRD was pleased to be getting a favorable response from the
Design Review Board regarding proposed improvements at Dobson Arena.
Ludwig Kurz, who represents the Council on the Channel 5 Board of Directors, announced the
appointment of Richard J. Knapp as the new station manager for Channel 5. Also, Kurz
acknowledged a recent meeting of the Eagle County Recreation Authority (Berry Creek Fifth).
Sybill Navas, who represents the Council on the Northwest Colorado Council of Governments,
said she attended the agency's recent workshop on affordable housing initiatives. Navas said
she came away from the workshop with an appreciation for statistical data that show the
breakdown of residential units in such categories as long-term rentals, short-term rentals, etc.
Also, Navas asked that a letter by sent from the town to Governor Bill Owens requesting that he
veto Senate Bill 218, a takings bill. Navas said the bill would erode local land use authority. It is
opposed by the Northwest Colorado Council of Governments Water Quality/Quantity Committee.
--Other
After reviewing a proposal to improve Vail's directional sign program, Sybill Navas suggested
moving forward with the work and involving the Art In Public Places Board. Copies of the
proposal will be distributed to the full Council.
Ludwig Kurz inquired about the status of volunteer parking at Ford Park this summer. Assistant
Town Manager Pam Brandmeyer indicated the topic will be addressed during a Ford Park
management meeting on May 20.
Kevin Foley inquired about the status of the Lionshead skate park construction, noting that skate
boarders are currently looking for an outlet.
UPCOMING COUNCIL DISCUSSION TOPICS
May 18 Work Session
Interview for 3 Liquor Board Positions
Interview for 1 Vail Valley Marketing Board Position
Presentation of Community Survey Results
Discussion of Vail Marketing Options
May 18 Evening Meeting
Appointment of 3 Liquor Board Positions
Appointment of 1 Vail Valley Marketing Board Position
1998 Audit Report
First Reading, Ordinance 14, re: Glen Lyon Office Building
Second Reading, Ordinance 13, re: Holy Cross Franchise Agreement
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May 25 Work Session
PEC/DRB
Discussion of Vail Marketing Options
Discussion of Employee Housing Unit Code
Alpine Garden Request
Ford Park Playground
Discussion of Town of Vail Revenues/Expenditures
TOV REMINDERS
Vail Clean -Up Day Bulky Item Pick-up Request, through May 13, Call 479-2333 to schedule
your free curbside pick-up, which will take place on May 14,
Dowd Junction Recreation Path Closure, May 14-June 10, for deer migration study. Call 479-
2160 for info.
Town of Vail Spring Clean-up, 8 a.m. to noon, May 15, Golden Peak in Vail. Call 479-2333 for
info.
Town of Vail Community Internet Survey Response Deadline, 5 p.m., May 15,
(www.vail.net/tov) Call 479-2115 for info.
Marketing/Lodging Tax Community Discussion, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., May 17, Vail Town Council
Chambers. Cali 479-2113 for info.
Ford Park Management Team User Discussion, including paid parking schedule, 1:30 to 3
p.m., May 20, Town of Vail, Administration Small Conference Room.
Vail Housing Lottery for Vail Commons/East Vail Units, 7 p.m., May 20, Vail Town Council
Chambers. Call 479-2144 for info.
Marketing/Lodging Tax Community Discussion, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., May 24, Vail Town Council
Chambers.
Ford Park Management Team Use Discussion, including paid parking schedule, 1:30 - 3:00
P.M., May 20, Vail small administration conference room.
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