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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-08-05 Town Council MinutesVail Town Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, August 5, 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 Tem Dale Bugby Dave Chapin Greg Moffet Margaret Rogers Member absent: Jenn Bruno 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. Rick Sackbauer, resident, spoke about Ford Park capital project with congratulations about recently laid sod at the parks and encouragement to work with ERWSD to be sure that field watering is done conservatively. He also complimented them on their recent Golf Court 18th hold celebration noting some historical information about the length of the hold and how it was set by Pete Seibert Senior, with quick congratulations to a long time employee who retired. Jonathan Levine, owner Hummers Vail, spoke about an incident which occurred in in Vail and distributed a letter. Doris Kirchman, Vail Valley Medical Center, thanked the town for their participation in evaluating their proposed project and whether or not a partnership to construct parking at the municipal site would be feasible. She noted that in their analysis of this proposal the economics would not support a joint project. The second item on the agenda was the Consent Agenda as follows: 1. Council minutes from July 1, 2014 meeting Moffet moved to approve the minutes; Chapin seconded the motion and it passed unanimously (6-0). 2. Council minutes from July 15, 2014 meeting Moffet moved to approve the minutes with the changes noted by Bugby; Kurz seconded the motion and it passed unanimously (6-0). 3. VLMD minutes from July 15, 2014 meeting No action was taken on the VLMD minutes and they were scheduled to be considered during a Vail Local Marketing District Meeting instead. Town Council Meeting Minutes of August 5, 2014 Page 1 4. Award Contract for Variable Message Board Moffet moved to award the contract for the variable message board not to exceed the amount of the lowest bid. Kurz seconded the motion and it passed unanimously (6-0). The third item on the agenda was action as a result of the executive session and no items were considered at this time. The fourth item on the agenda was the Town Manager's Report with a brief update regarding the Vail Valley Medical Center's news to construct parking on their site only and not proceed in plans to work with the town on parking at the municipal site. It was noted that conversations would continue with VVMC to evaluate the traffic configurations on the Frontage Road. He also thanked the WMC center for their time in reviewing the plans over the past 3 or so years. Rogers requested that a new proposal for the municipal site be brought back for council's consideration in the near future. The fifth item on the agenda was consideration of the Rocky Mountain Recreation and Wilderness Preservation Act, legislation that seeks to preserve areas with exceptional scenic and recreation values located in the White River National Forest in Summit and Eagle Counties. The newly revised proposal includes the No Name, Spraddle Creek, and Freeman Creek portions in Eagle County. Nissa Erickson, Congressman Jared Polis' Office, was present to review this request for support noting the council's support with the passage of a Resolution in 2010. She noted that the legislation has been revised detailing the history that Congressman Polis previously introduced the Eagle and Summit County Wilderness Act in 2010 (H.R. 6280) and again in 2011 (H.R. 1701). She explained that from 2012-2014, Congressman Polis conducted an extensive public process and continued to work with local stakeholders. The two- year process led to a recreation- and conservation -oriented bill, which is reflected in the new name for the proposal — the Rocky Mountain Recreation and Wilderness Preservation Act. Updated documents and maps were provided in the Council's packet since there have been significant modifications to this bill from previous 2010 and 2011 versions of the bill. She reviewed the properties in the town of Vail that would be included in the proposed wilderness areas with public meeting that included input from many stakeholders. She spoke about the modifications of language related to the Spraddle Creek wilderness area. There were comments that addressed the ability to fight wildfire if they occurred in that area. Some did not support the closing of the road in that area which also impacts the ability to fight wildfires. Her response to the road closure was that action was taken by the USFS in their forest planning efforts. Public comments were heard at this time: Rick Sackbauer representing Eagle Water and Sanitation District, spoke about the language setting forth a 10 year mitigation timeframe as short sighted and creating undue impacts on ERWSD. There are some who think Spraddle Creek is responsible for spilling nutrients into Gore Creek. He requested a revision that would allow for a longer timeframe. Ann Esson, resident, noted her wilderness support and advocacy supporting the legislation asking for council to support the bill. Susie Kincade, wilderness advocate, thanked Polis' office for keeping the town up to date on this topic and expressed support of the legislation. Kevin Hochtel, resident, supported the preservation of this land. Town Council Meeting Minutes of August 5, 2014 Page 2 Tom Mullen, business owner, echoed others support that wilderness areas are available and we should support the opportunity to protect the vastness of our wilderness Barbie Christopher, resident, supported the preservation of the wilderness act and council's resolution. Scott Braden, Conservation Colorado, expressed support on behalf of the 7000 members protecting land, water, across Colorado as they are also celebrating 50 years of the wilderness act. Rogers expressed support to adopt a resolution similar to the one adopted in 2010; Moffet agreed with this request. Bugby opposed the legislation at this time because of his opposition to the closing of some USFS roads and non -accessibility for motorized vehicles to certain areas that limits access for many people. Rogers moved to direct staff to draft a resolution that would support the legislation; Moffet seconded and the motion passed with a five to one vote (Bugby- nay; 5-1). The sixth item on the agenda was Booth Creek Park Update as presented by Todd Oppenheimer, Public Works, who noted the purpose of this discussion was to present the recommended list of park amenities to be included in the design of Booth Creek Park. He asked the Town Council to review and then accept or modify and approve and direct staff to prepare a Preliminary Design Concept for review by the community and Council. There was a review of the suggested Design Program for Booth Creek Park as follows: 1. Natural areas 2. Parallel parking on Manns Ranch Road Looped paved path using the existing bike path. This will also be the accessible route through the park 3. Soft surface pathways within the natural areas. Consider interpretive signage as appropriate. 4. Revisit a second pedestrian bridge based on outcome of feasibility study 5. Open turf grass area as a significant design element of the park 6. Double, hard -surface, post tensioned concrete tennis court 7. Playground with natural elements and artistic components 8. A limited number of fitness/exercise equipment sensitively placed throughout the park 9. Public restroom, 2-stall, 3 season, accessible and sensitive to the natural setting 10. Picnic Shelter for 2 to 3 picnic tables with other picnic tables, benches and bike racks throughout the park 11. Other small park amenities, such as horseshoes or tetherball, as may be accommodated without over developing the site He noted next steps and budget plans for the project as outlined in the memo. After some council comments there was general support for the items listed above with an interest in seeing budget details and a thorough review of whether or not a second bridge would be necessary. Public input was heard as follows: Pam Stenmark was not supportive of 2"d bridge, supported soft surfaces not a lot of pavement keeping it natural, welcomed the tennis courts but don't overcrowd it with too much stuff. Barbie Christopher, resident, supported a nature wandering path which goes to the 2"d bridge — basically a loop around the par, supported using natural elements. Town Council Meeting Minutes of August 5, 2014 Page 3 Joan Carney, resident, supported less as better, quality is important, natural setting is best, leave natural vegetation, opposed the bridge, leave the trees, wasn't sure that it was too expensive. Billly Suarez, VRD, loves the process and participation, addressed tennis courts. Rocky Christopher, resident, spoke about the 2"d bridge and its uniqueness, supported a meandering path, spoke about the trees. There was discussion about scheduling another site visit for the area neighborhood and council members agreed it would be very beneficial to walk the area before making their final determinations. Mayor Daly adjusted the agenda at this time by delaying consideration of the Timber Ridge items until the later in the meeting as another executive session would be needed. The next agenda item (#10) for consideration was second reading of Ordinance No. 13, Series 2014, An Ordinance Making Adjustments to the Town of Vail General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund and Dispatch Services Fund with a brief presentation made by Kathleen Halloran, Assistant Director Finance. She highlighted the changes made from first reading with a summary of the following: General Fund During the July 15th evening session, Council approved an air service pledge for the winter Toronto flight of $25,000 plus an additional $14,000 match to Beaver Creek Resort Company's pledge. A total of $39,000 pledge is included in the supplemental Council requested more information detailing the Self Guided Tour Mobile App funding request from the Colorado Ski Museum. The $6,500 off -cycle contribution requested by the Museum was approved during the first reading of the ordinance. Please see Attachment A as submitted by the Museum. Vail Library is requesting to use $14,000 of grant monies generated by the Friends of the Library toward various fundraising activities and equipment for the Library. There is no net impact to the town's General Fund for this request. Staff is requesting $8,000 increase to the budget for the town prosecutor (a 3-day a month contract) due to increased activities outside of normal court duties. The additional expense is related to two appeals in district court, working with town employees on procedures and options for streamtract enforcement and working with the town's police department regarding overcrowding of bars and assault cases. Capital Projects Fund During the July 15th Council meeting, an additional $260,000 was approved for the Vail Village Welcome Center redevelopment, based on final designs and value -engineering done prior to the awarding of the contract for work. $10,000 is requested for the appraisal of Lot 10 (adjacent to the Vail Valley Medical Center's parking lot) as approved by Council during the July 15th meeting. Council requested more information on the multi -year plan to replace the town's existing server platform with "Simplivity Omnicubes". Please see attachment B. Moffet moved to approve Ordinance No. 13, Series 2014; Kurz seconded the motion and it passed unanimously (6-0). The next item for consideration on the agenda (#11) was first reading of Ordinance No. 14 Series of 2014, An Ordinance Amending Sections 5-4-9 and 5-4-10 of the Vail Town Code Relating to the Possession, Consumption and Use of Nicotine Products by Minors and the Sale of such Products to Minors. Matt Mire, Town Attorney, presented some background information Town Council Meeting Minutes of August 5, 2014 Page 4 that supported the legislation noting that the Colorado General Assembly recently passed Senate Bill 2014-18, which prohibits furnishing and/or selling nicotine products to minors, including electronic devices that deliver nicotine. Sections 5-4-9 and 5-4-10 of the Vail Town Code govern restrictions on tobacco products and minors, but do not include nicotine products such as electronic cigarettes. He labeled it housekeeping legislation. Moffet moved to approve Ordinance No. 14; Kurz seconded the motion and it approved unanimously (6-0). There were no public comments on this topic. Moffet moved to convene into executive session at 7:50 pm; Kurz seconded the motion with unanimous approval to convene into an executive session to consult with the Town Attorney on negotiations related to Timber Ridge Property redevelopment. The executive session adjourned at 8:50 pm and Moffet noted that the only item discussed was that related to Timber Ridge property. There was some discussion about business points related to the Timber Ridge redevelopment related to documents considered with Resolutions No. 18 and No. 21. There were concerns noted about security, role of the Vail Local Housing Authority, the assignment and review of the operating agreement. At this time Moffet moved to extend the termination date of the Timber Ridge Pre -development agreement; Chapin seconded the motion and it passed with a five to one vote (Rugby — nay; 5-1). It was then noted that items Resolution No. 18 (agenda item #8) and Resolution No. 21 (agenda item # 9) would not be considered at this time but postponed for consideration until the August 19, 2014 meeting. The next 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, (6-0) and the meeting adjourned 9:00 p.m. Respectful bmitted, At AndrWP. Daly, M CPatt c nny wn ierk cQ!�+ , Town Council Meeting Minutes of August 5, 2014 Page 5