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Tuesday, July 1, 2014
6:00 P.M.
Vail Town Council Chambers
The regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was called to order at approximately 6:00 P.M. by
Mayor Andy Daly.
Members present: Andy Daly, Mayor
Ludwig Kurz, Mayor Pro Tern
Jenn Bruno
Dale Bugby
Dave Chapin
Greg Moffet
Margaret Rogers
Staff members: Stan Zemler, Town Manager
Matt Mire, Town Attorney
Pam Brandmeyer, Assistant Town Manager
Patty McKenny, Town Clerk
The first item on the agenda was Citizen Participation with the following input:
Paul Rondeau, resident, requested the council consider reinstating a brochure that was
created a few years ago which provided information about public input and meeting
protocols. He also suggested the brochure/flyer address what "follow up" occurs with public
input, questions or concerns. There was full support to move forward with this request; staff
was asked to follow up. He also spoke about creating a card/brochure to distribute to
businesses, visitors and community that would address the current state of affairs related to
marijuana.
The second item was the Consent Agenda as follows:
1) Council Meeting Minutes from June 3, 2014
Bugby moved to approve the minutes; Kurz seconded the motion and it passed unanimously
(7-0).
2) Council Meeting Minutes from June 17, 2014
Bugby moved to approve the minutes; Rogers seconded the motion. Mayor Daly requested that
more detail be provided with regard to public testimony presented during the marijuana
discussion from that evening. The motion passed unanimously with an amendment to the June
17 minutes that would include the detail of the public input (7-0).
3) Award for Town of Vail Wayfinding and Signage Contract
Moffet moved to approve awarding the contract for wayfinding and sgnage to Ad Light & Sign,
the lowest bidder, in an amount not to exceed the $260,481 and to approve the purchase of
VMS signs in the amount of $97,100 . Rogers seconded the motion and it passed unanimously
(7-0).
The third item on the agenda was the Town Manager's Report which included an update about
the July 4`h America Day's parade and town council's participation in the festivities.
The fourth item on the agenda was an interview with James Wilkens, the only applicant for the
Vail Local Housing Authority vacancy. James Wilkens addressed the council with his interest to
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serve on the housing authority. Council member's thanked him for First Bank's long term
participation with the town's local housing authority board. Chapin nominated James Wilkens to
serve on the Vail Local Housing Authority; Bugby seconded the motion and it was approved
unanimously (7-0).
There were two additional items raised, 1) the employee luncheon scheduled to thank
departments for their high scores on the community survey, 2) the Summit County housing tour
scheduled for Tuesday, July 8, 2014.
The fifth item on the agenda was an update from the Vail Valley Foundation's Ceil Folz for two
events, 2015 World Alpine Ski Championships and the USA Pro Cycling Challenge.
2015 World Alpine Ski Chamr)ionshir)s beginnina February 2 - 15, 2015:
Some event planning highlights were presented by Ceil Folz as follows:
✓ Description of event venues and holding opening ceremonies at the Solaris Plaza rather
than Golden Peak to accommodate more attendees
✓ Noted evening awards will be held at Solaris Plaza
✓ Displayed the racing bibs noting that there will be more countries and numbers of racers
✓ Information about including cheerleading groups
✓ Updated about the Nation's Team and Legends events to be held in Vail
✓ Information about creating a kind of "college game day" approach to the championships
✓ Noted that merchandise sales are doing great
✓ Working towards a "paper free environment" with marketing, etc., and thanked Vail for their
efforts and support
✓ Previewed the sample 2015 marketing video
✓ Presented update on lodging and teams as well as the hospitality houses which have been
confirmed for many of the countries
✓ Information about the Colorado Children's Choir who will be present to sing the anthems
each night
USA Pro Cvclina Challenge on August 23, 2014
Some event planning highlights were presented by Adam Lueck as follows:
✓ Includes the Vail time trial race on Saturday, crowds are expected to be very good (25% to
50% higher than last year)
✓ Community will receive marketing information about race impacts, especially East Vail
residents
✓ Looking for some activation for Friday evening
Some Council input included questions about:
Food vendors: it was noted that this will look like the first year's event including food &
concessions on Meadow Drive and top level of transit center; this change was made because it
seemed to work better in responding to the numbers of attendees.
TV coverage: requested that coverage include much more focus on Vail areas and not 1-70.
Lodging Packages: were there special lodging packages being marketed; it was noted that VVF
was becoming more active with this marketing.
Tour name to include Colorado: it was noted that the name will likely continue in its current form
which speaks to all of the United States; however there is no intent to move the race out of
Colorado.
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At this time Ludwig Kurz expressed his condolences to the family of Stan Bernstein who
recently passed away. Mayor Daly acknowledged his tenure as Vail's first finance director and
his many years serving Eagle County.
The sixth item on the agenda was first reading of Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2014, An
Ordinance Extending the Temporary Ban on Marijuana Establishments in the Town, Pursuant to
Section 16 of Article XVIII of the Colorado Constitution (Amendment 64). Town Attorney Matt
Mire presented this ordinance noting the Town Council previously adopted a temporary ban until
July 31, 2014, to allow town staff to study the effects of such marijuana establishments. It is
suggested that additional time is still necessary to gather more information and to study the
impacts of marijuana establishments in Town. Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2014 extends the
temporary ban on the location or operation of marijuana establishments in the Town until August
4, 2015. Rogers moved to approve Ordinance No. 12; Bugby seconded the motion. There
were some comments from Moffet who was concerned about voting yes on the ordinance and
who suggested that staff review the "pot delivery" aspect since this is an active environment in
Vail. He also encouraged that the topic be reviewed frequently throughout the next year with
review being done on neighboring resorts, Breckenridge and Aspen. It was noted that zoning is
used to limit this use and certain aspects of this use are difficult to enforce. Chapin noted some
concern about potential lost revenue; Bruno thought the topic would be good to review on their
tour to Aspen; Kurz requested at least two more years of review before making final
determination; Bugby requested another vote be made before the next terms are up; Moffet
preferred a ban on all other marijuana uses. Mayor Daly asked for public input and there was
none given. The motion was approved unanimously (7-0).
The seventh item on the agenda was the DRB/PEC update as presented by George Ruther,
Director of Community Development. There were two questions as follows:
1) Bugby asked about the fence approved for Vail Mountain School since these kinds of
approvals are not typical in Vail. It was noted the fence was likely for their athletic fields, but
they would follow up with an email.
2) Daly asked about Betty Ford Alpine Gardens Education Center and its approved uses and
proposed uses and how this will tie in with Vail Nature Center. Ruther explained the Nature
Center serves only an educational facility.
The eighth item on the agenda was the information updates and there were no comments
made.
The ninth item on the agenda was the Matters from the Mayor, 4vcil and Committee reports
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Chapin thanked Mayor Daly for his report and participff2' ' if mber & Business
Association meeting and informed them that this grouibping to beto more active with
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Rogers presented an update about her attendance at M& tc4�vn s health Y, w ness program as
exceptional with an excellent speaker who spoke abo st4* 4g hgp a challenges, etc.
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Daly also endorsed that council should become active in this program, noting that some of the
more recent presentations he has heard express that Colorado has been at risk for some health
and obesity issues.
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Bugby spoke about the progress being made on the topic of the vacation rental program noting
that a presentation would be made on July 15in
Kurz presented an update on Channel 5 Community Television board meeting. He noted that
the operational and financial status have greatly improved with this organization. They are
looking to develop a marketing plan as well.
Moffet noted that he and Bruno attended the EGE Air Alliance meeting with an update about the
Toronto flight and necessary funding it will need in order to guarantee for next season.
Moffet also attended a mountain bike alliance meeting joining Avon and Eagle representatives.
He spoke about funding mountain bike trails to create a mountain biking system that could help
extend Vail's lodging season. Gregg Barrie, staff on this topic, also spoke about some trails that
Vail could build that would speak to the beginners and intermediate bikers, which would also
support the trails inventory.
Bruno highlighted the work of the intern for the marketing district, Benjamin Solomon, who has
created some social media output on behalf of Vail. His work highlights a great deal of what is
happening in Vail.
Daly also noted that the Vail Chamber and Business Association is a revitalized organization
and he wants to help them get going and activated & will work with Allison for feedback and help
in petting the business community feedback. He also spoke about the celebration of the new
18' hole.
The tenth item on the agenda was the executive session and at 7:35 pm Moffet moved to
convene into Executive Session, pursuant to: 1) C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(a)(b)(e) - to discuss the
purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property interests; to receive legal advice on
specific legal questions; and to determine positions, develop a strategy and instruct negotiators;
Regarding: alignment of Town of Vail bike paths. Rogers seconded the motion and it passed
unanimously (7-0). Upon convening back to regular session, it was noted that the only topic
discussed was that reflected on the agenda and for the record there were no concerns noted
that the session included any other matters not included in the motion.
The eleventh item on the agenda was adjournment. There being no further business to come
before the council, Moffet moved to adjourn the meeting and Bugby seconded. The motion
passed unanimously, (7�eeting adjourned 8:00 p.m.
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