HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-10-18 Town Council MinutesVail Town Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, October 18, 2016
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 Chapin.
Members present: Dave Chapin, Mayor
Jenn Bruno, Mayor Pro Tem
Dick Cleveland
Kevin Foley
Kim Langmaid
Jen Mason
Greg Moffet
Staff members present: Stan Zemler, Town Manager
Matt Mire, Town Attorney
Tammy Nagel, Deputy Town Clerk
1. Citizen Participation
a. John Woodward, attorney representing the Gunn family owners of 332 Mill Creek Circle,
spoke about an encroachment agreement since the home is under contract to be
purchased. The encroachment agreement with the Town of Vail expires in 11.5 years;
Woodward requested Council consider extending the lease for 49 years.
b. Kaye Ferry, Vail resident, introduced the Republican Eagle County candidates to Town
Council. Rick Beveridge and Michael Dunahay are running for County Commissioner
and Mari Renzelman is running for County Treasurer. All spoke about their campaign
platforms.
c. Kathy Chandler -Henry, current democratic county commissioner, introduced herself to
council as running for re-election and introduced her election platform topics, health
care, affordable housing and water rights.
d. Wendy Rimel and Tessa Kirshner, Eagle County residents, spoke to council about the
two Eagle County Schools initiatives 3A regarding the mill levy and 3B the bond.
e. Kerri Thelen, Vail Valley Soccer Club, thanked council for their support and she tated
the Club had a fantastic turnout for the 2016 Vail Valley Cup.
f. Michael Cacioppo, Eagle County resident, encouraged council and public to fact check
the Eagle County Schools 3A and 313 initiatives by going to the Colorado State
webpage.
g. Lindsey Kiehl, Red Sandstone Elementary School student, asked the council to support
the funding for the school's science lab.
2. Consent Agenda
2.1. Crosswalk Signs Installation Contract Award
Presenter(s): Chad Salli,Project Engineer
Background: The project includes installation of Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons at
crosswalks located at the West Vail and Town Center roundabouts, West Lionshead Circle
and the mid -block crosswalk at the Municipal Building. Improved lighting is to be installed at
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the West Lionshead Circle and Municipal Building crosswalks. The project also includes
installation of 5 variable speed limit signs between Ford Park and Elkhorn Drive to
temporarily reduce the speed limit from 45mph to 25mph during overflow parking on the
Frontage Road. The project is scheduled to be completed by November 15, 2016.
Moffet made a motion to approve the contract award to Tri Phase Electric; Bruno seconded
the motion and it passed (7-0).
3. Town Manager Report
There were no updates at this time.
4. Presentations / Discussion
4.1. Parking Update
Presenter(s): Greg Hall, Public Works Director
Background: In August of 2016, the Town Council and Vail Resorts senior leadership
agreed to meet with town staff to initiate joint discussions regarding parking to address
operations as well as short term and long term outcomes. Today's presentation will be the
first in a series of council sessions that will be used to provide the historical background
and context to assist Town Council in assessing the town's parking policies and strategies
now and into the future. Parking update to include: 1) Previous Town Council agreed upon
polices and strategies from 2012; 2) Current and historical parking statistics; and 3)
Strategy for use of the Frontage Roads for overflow parking, including agreements with the
Colorado Department of Transportation
Zemler introduced the topic noted they had been in contact with Vail Resorts and the WMC
senior management to discuss short and long term parking options. Hall provided the
history of winter parking and explained there were two goals: 1) 15 days of overflow parking
in the winter, and 2) allow 15 days of overflow parking in the summer. Hall provided council
with an overview of parking objectives, strategies and management techniques that have
been used in the past. Hall explained the improvements that the Town had completed per
the lease agreement with the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT). Bruno
stated this summer was crazy when it came to parking. Bruno asked if once the
construction was completed at The Lion if it would ease the parking pain. Chapin thought
this could be an opportunity to work with businesses whose private lots were empty this
summer. Chapin stated lodges charge for overnight parking; which may explain why the
structures were full at night too. Moffet felt the parking task force assisted in the past and
thought the group should be reinstated. Langmaid thought a task force would assist with the
problems and provide creative solutions and diversity. Zemler stated staff would provide council
with more information on winter parking in a month after additional conversations with Vail
Resorts and the WMC and suggested holding off on appointment of parking task force until
these discussion were completed.
5. Action Items
5.1. 2016-2017 Winter Parking Program
Presenter(s): Greg Hall, Public Works Director
Background: Each year the Vail Town Council approves the winter parking program prior to
the start of the winter season. The parking rates and pass prices have remained the same
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since the 2008-2009 season. The recommendation of the staff is to keep the program the
same for this upcoming season. Attached is the proposed brochure for this season. The
amount of pressure for this season with regards to construction and some loss of parking at
the hospital will be felt in the early part of the season but will be less than last year and
beginning in January will be even less demand.
Hall reviewed the proposed brochure and explained staff did not recommend any rate changes.
Council asked about the differences in passes and if there were any incentives for the local
passes when the structures are not as full on Monday -Thursday. Hall stated the value passes
offer a discount for the Monday -Thursday parking patrons. Public comment was taken and
Wendy Rimel described parking difficulties on weekends for hockey games. Moffet moved to
approve the 2016-2017 Winter Parking Program; Cleveland seconded the motion. The motion
passed (7-0).
5.2. Resolution No. 30, Series of 2016, Resolution in Support of Ballot Issue 1A Affordable
Workforce Housing
Presenter(s): Chris Romer, Vail Valley Partnership
Chris Romer, Vail Valley Partnership, reviewed Ballot Issue 1A with Council and explained
Eagle County will create an advisory council to represent the entire valley. Public Comment
was taken at this time. Mike Cacioppo, Eagle County resident, encouraged council not to
endorse Ballot Issue 1A. Cacioppo felt there was more that could be done without raising
property taxes for example dorm like housing on the mountain. Moffet moved to adopt
Resolution No. 30, Series of 2016 and Bruno seconded the motion. The motion passed (7-0).
5.3. Resolution No. 31, Series of 2016, Resolution in Support of Ballot Issue 1 B, Supporting
Open Space, Rivers, Wildlife, and Trails
Presenter(s): Pedro Campos, ECO Trails Board, "Yes on 1 B"
Background: The "Yes on 1 B Open Space, Rivers, & Trails" campaign committee has been
formed to promote the passage of Eagle County Ballot Issue 1 B. Pedro Campos, from Yes
on 1 B, will address the Vail Town Council to provide an overview of Ballot Issue 1 B, answer
your questions, and graciously ask for passage of the Resolution No. 31, Series of 2016,
before the Vail Town Council in support of 1 B's passage county wide.
Pedro Campos, ECO Trails, presented Ballot Issue 1 B to council. Campos stated the revenue
received from Ballot Issue 1 B will assist with protecting wildlife, land conservation and increase
recreation opportunities. Public Comment was taken at this time. Mike Cacioppo, Eagle County
resident, felt ballot issue 1 B lacked details of how that money would be spent. Cacioppo asked
council to not approve Resolution No. 31, Series of 2016. Moffet expressed frustration with the
ballot language not mandating how the tax money would be spent. Moffett stated he would not
vote to support this resolution. Cleveland stated the trails are being built slowly due to lack of
money and the County needs bonding capacity. Cleveland went onto say its not perfect, but it
is a good opportunity to finish the trails connecting the Vail Valley and the future of recreation in
the valley. Bruno made a motion to approve Resolution No. 31, Series of 2016 and Cleveland
seconded the motion; which passed (6-1 Moffet opposed).
5.4. Ordinance No. 28, Series of 2016, First Reading, Annual Appropriation Ordinance:
Adopting a Budget and Financial Plan and Making Appropriations to Pay the Costs,
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Expenses, and Liabilities of the Town of Vail, Colorado, for its Fiscal YEAR January 1, 2017
through December 31, 2017
Presenter(s): Stan Zemler, Town Manager, and Kathleen Halloran, Finance
Director
Background: It is necessary for the Town Council to adopt a budget and financial plan for
the 2017 fiscal year, to make appropriations for the amounts specified in the budget.
Halloran, Finance Director, recapped the afternoon budget discussion with council. Public
comment was taken at this time.
Michael Imperi, Vail Mountain School, thanked council for their partnership with the school.
Imperi asked council for financial support to assist with the cost of the replacement of the
school's soccer field.
Robin Litt, Vail Jazz Foundation, requested council over rule staff recommendation and grant
6 full days (not'/) at the Donovan Pavilion for their jazz events.
Dimitri Moursellas, recommended council defer the $500,000 housing expenditure for deed
restricted housing. Moursellas stated there are too many unanswered questions and there
needed to be more discussion.
Mark Murphy, Burton representative, thanked council for their consideration on sponsorship
for the US Open.
Council members agreed to grant Vail Jazz four full days at Donovan Pavilion and two full days
at the Grand View Room. The usage is for midweek only. Moffet moved to adopt Ordinance
28, series of 2016 upon first reading and Foley seconded the motion. The motion passed (7-0)
5.5. Ordinance No. 29, Series of 2016, First Reading, An Ordinance Amending Chapter 2 of
Title 7 of the Vail Town Code by the Addition of a New Section 7-213-3, to Require
Possession of a Valid License or Permit While Operating a Motor Vehicle
Presenter(s): Matt Mire, Town Attorney
Background: This violation is currently prosecuted in county court. The Town of Vail is
empowered to adopt municipal traffic regulations that reasonably promote the public, health,
safety, and general welfare of its citizens. Ordinance No. 29, Series of 2016 will allow these
violations to be prosecuted in municipal court.
Town Attorney Matt Mire explained this ordinance allows these types of driving offenses to be
prosecuted in municipal court rather then in county court. Moffet made a motion to adopt
Ordinance No. 29, Series of 2016 upon first reading and Cleveland seconded the motion. The
motion passed (7-0).
5.6. Ordinance No. 30, Series of 2016, First Reading, An Ordinance Amending Section 1-9-
8 of the Vail Town Code to Increase Court Costs
Presenter(s): Matt Mire, Town Attorney
Background: The municipal court costs imposed by Section 1-9-8 of the Vail Town Code
have not been amended since 1992. It is necessary to increase court costs to keep pace
with the greater administrative and operating expenses associated with operating the
municipal court.
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Mire explained this ordinance was to raise the municipal court costs to $25.00. Mire stated the
court costs have been at $15 for a long time and it would now be at the rate as other
municipalities. Moffet made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 29, Series of 2016 and Bruno
seconded the motion. The motion passed (7-0).
5.7. Ordinance No. 31, Series of 2016, First Reading, An Ordinance Amending Title 7,
Chapter 2, Article A, of the Vail Town Code to Require Seatbelts and to Create a New
Traffic Infraction for Violation Thereof
Presenter(s): Matt Mire, Town Attorney
Background: This violation is currently being prosecuted in county court. The Town of Vail is
empowered to adopt municipal traffic regulations that reasonably promote the public, health,
safety, and general welfare of its citizens. Ordinance No. 31, Series of 2016 will allow these
violations to be prosecuted in municipal court.
Mire reviewed the ordinance with council and explained this would allow for this type of moving
violation to be prosecuted at the municipal level rather then at county court. Moffet made a
motion to adopt Ordinance No. 31, Series of 2016 as read and it was seconded by Foley. The
motion passed 7-0.
6. Public Hearings
6.1. Ordinance No. 16, Series of 2016, Second Reading, Gross Residential Floor Area, an
ordinance for a Prescribed Regulations Amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7,
Amendment, Vail Town Code, to amend Section 12-15-3, Definition, Calculations, and
Exclusions, Vail Town Code concerning the method for measuring Gross Residential Floor
Area (GRFA) within the hillside residential (HR), single-family residential (SFR), two-family
residential (R), two-family primary/secondary residential (PS), residential cluster (RC), low
density multiple -family (LDMF), medium density multiplefamily (MDMF), high density
multiple -family (HDMF), housing (H) and Vail Village Townhouse (VVT) districts, and setting
forth details in regard thereto (PEC16-0024).
Presenter(s): Chris Neubecker, Planning Manager
Background: This is a proposal to clarify the existing policy on Gross Residential Floor Area
(GRFA) by modifying the text of Section 12-15-3 Definition, Calculation, and Exclusions,
Vail Town Code, relating to how Gross Residential Floor Area (GRFA) is calculated in the
following zone districts: hillside residential (HR), single-family residential (SFR), two-family
residential (R), two-family primary/secondary residential (PS), residential cluster (RC), low
density multiple -family (LDMF), medium density multiplefamily (MDMF), high density
multiple -family (HDMF), housing (H) and Vail Village Townhouse (VVT) districts. The
proposed ordinance would clarify that a multi -unit building shall be considered one
structure. This is a clarification of an existing policy and existing code language; it is not an
application to amend the regulations.
Staff Recommendation: The Community Development Department recommends the Vail
Town Council approve Ordinance No. 16, Series of 2016 upon second reading, with an
amendment by adding a sentence that reads "The lowest level shall be the finished floor
level with the lowest U.S.G.S. elevation, including all floor levels within six (6) vertical feet of
the lowest level." If the Town Council does not support adding this sentence concerning the
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six (6) foot step, then the Community Development Department recommends that the Town
Council deny this ordinance.
Chris Neubecker, Planning Manager, reviewed the ordinance and memo with council
explaining staffs recommendation to reinsert the language allowing for a six foot step in the
lowest level. There was no public comment. Cleveland made a motion to approve
Ordinance No. 16, Series of 2016 with the additional sentence that reads " The lowest level
shall be the finished floor level with the lowest U.S.G.S. elevation, including all floor levels
within six (6) vertical feet of the lowest level" and Foley seconded the motion. The motion
passed (6-1 Moffet opposed).
6.2. Ordinance No. 22, Series of 2016, Second Reading, An Ordinance Repealing and
Reenacting Chapter 4 of Title 5 of the Vail Town Code, Concerning Smoking
Presenter(s): Craig Bettis, Commander, Vail Police
Background: In 2006, the Colorado legislature passed the Colorado Clean Indoor Air Act,
C.R.S. § 25-14-201, et seq. (the "CCIAA"), which provides that a municipality may enact,
adopt, and enforce smoking regulations that are no less stringent than state law. The Town
Council desires to repeal and reenact Chapter 4 of Title 5 of the Vail Town Code to comply
with the CCIAA and to regulate electronic smoking devices.
Mire presented the ordinance to council with a menu of options regarding prohibited areas.
Council questioned if every location listed on the menu was enforceable. Commander Bettis
stated that it would be tuff to enforce in some of the locations listed. Council requested the
following areas be added to the ordinance:
✓ Outdoor Parks, open space and recreation areas
✓ Skate Parks
✓ Soccer Fields
✓ Ball Fields
✓ Playgrounds
✓ 15 from trails, Multi -use recreation paths
✓ 15 feet from all transit stops and platforms
There was no public comment. Moffet moved to adopt Ordinance No. 22, Series of 2016 as
amended with a second from Bruno. The motion passed (7-0).
6.3. Ordinance No. 26, Series of 2016, Second Reading, An ordinance amending Sections
12-2: Defninitions and 14-10: Design Review Standards and Guidelines related to the
Regulation of Greenhouses and Hoop Houses
Presenter(s): Jonathan Spence, Planner
Background: It is the intent of the amendment to provide opportunities for residents to
participate in growing food or ornamental crops within a minimal regulatory framework while
reducing the potential impact on neighboring properties.
Staff Recommendation:
The Planning and Environmental Commission (PEC) held a public hearing on the proposed
Prescribed Regulations Amendment on September 12, 2016 where a recommendation for
approval was forwarded to the Vail Town Council by a vote of 4-2 (Stockmar and Gillette
opposed).
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Nuebecker reviewed the ordinance and the changes council requested during the first reading.
There was no public comment. Langmaid made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 26, Series
of 2016 and Bruno seconded the motion. The motion passed (6-1 Moffet opposed).
6.4. Ordinance No. 27, Series of 2016, Second Reading, Code Amendments to Sections
12-2: Definitions, 12-11: Design Review, 12-14: Supplemental Regulations, 12-15: Gross
Residential Floor Area, 12-16: Conditional Use Permits and 12-17. Variances related to the
joint property owner submittal requirement.
Presenter(s): Jonathan Spence, Planner
Background: It is the intent of the amendment to clarify and codify existing standard
operating procedures related to joint property owner submittal requirements.
Staff Recommendation: The Planning and Environmental Commission (PEC) held a public
hearing on the proposed Prescribed Regulations Amendment on September 12, 2016
where a recommendation for approval was forwarded to the Vail Town Council by a vote of
6-0.
Neubecker explained this ordinance clarifies and codifies existing standard operating
procedures related to joint property owner submittal requirements. Moffet moved to approve
Ordinance No. 27, Series of 2016 and Mason seconded the motion. The motion passed (7-0).
There being no further business to come before the council, Moffet moved to adjourn the
meeting and Foley seconded the motion which passed (7-0) and the meeting adjourned at
9:02 p.m.
Attest:
ammy N e , De t To n Clerk
Respectfully Submitted,
ve Chapin, Mayo
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