HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-08-07 Town Council MinutesVail Town Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, August 7, 2018
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
Staff members present:
Dave Chapin, Mayor
Jenn Bruno, Mayor Pro Tern
Travis Coggin
Kevin Foley
Kim Langmaid
Jen Mason
Greg Moffet
Greg Clifton, Town Manager
Matt Mire, Town Attorney
Tammy Nagel, Deputy Town Clerk
1. Citizen Participation
Jonathan Staufer, Vail property owner, expressed concern the Town is spraying pesticides at
the community gardens.
Linn Brooks, general manager of Eagle River Water and Sanitation District provided council with
an update on low stream flows due to a very dry summer. Brooks thanked the Town for its
commitment and response to the outdoor water restrictions.
Tom Neyens, Lionshead business owner, expressed concern on the negative impacts for
merchants due to roads being closed for a long period of time for the Colorado Classic event.
Neyens hoped the Town would consider the impacts on the merchants and citizens the next
time this event comes to town.
Penny Wilson, Vail property owner, thanked the Town for the dirt that has been added to the
Bald Mountain Townhome's berm.
2. Welcome Japan Exchange Students
2.1. Global Friendship Exchange Program - Japan Student Exchange
Presenter(s): Mia Vlaar, Patty McKenny, Town of Vail, Souichi Nakamura, Interpacific Network
Corporation, Eiichi Kodama, Yamanouchi-machi, Japan
Action Requested of Council: Welcome Japan Exchange Students to Vail, Ms. Haruka Kogoi,
Ms. Haruko Suzuki, Ms. Rikako Takizawa, Ms. Kana Yumoto, and Yamanouchi-machi official
and chaperone, Mr. Eiichi Kodama.
Background: The Japan Student Exchange Program continues the Global Friendship Exchange
relationship with Yamanouchi-machi Japan that was recently approved last January 2018. This
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student exchange helps fulfill the annual action programs suggested in the Memo of
Understanding with Yamanouchi-machi and Agreement with Nagano Prefecture, to implement
cooperative projects, of which this would support the "cultural exchange" programming. Four
students from Yamanouchi-machi have been staying in Vail with host families and participating
in some of the recreational and cultural opportunities in Vail.
McKenny provided a brief overview of the friendship exchange relationship the town has
entered into with Yamanouchi-machi Japan. The four exchange students from Yamonouchi-
machi Japan spoke to council about their lives in Japan and what this visit meant to them.
Mayor Chapin thanked everyone involved with helping to build the town's global friendship
exchange programming, including most recently with Japan and Mexico.
3. Consent Agenda
3.1. Minutes from June 19, 2018 meeting
Foley made a motion to approve the June 19, 2018 minutes; Moffet seconded the motion and it
passed (7-0).
3.2. Minutes from July 3, 2018 meeting
Moffet made a motion to approve the July 3, 2017 minutes; Foley seconded the motion and it
passed (7-0).
3.3. Agreement for Professional Services with Interpacific Network Corporation
(Souichi Nakamura) Global Friendship Exchange Program
Moffet made a motion to approve the agreement for professional services with Interpacific
Network Corporation; Foley seconded the motion and it passed (7-0).
3.4. Resolution No. 32, Series of 2018, A Resolution Approving the Revised Title VI
Compliance Plan for the Town of Vail Transit Operations; and Setting Forth Details in
Regard Thereto.
Moffet made a motion to approve Resolution No. 32; Foley seconded the motion and it passed
(7-0).
3.5. Request form Betty Ford Alpine Garden to place an 8'x8' structure adjacent to the
School House in Ford Park.
Moffet made a motion to approve the request from Betty Ford Alpine Garden; Foley seconded
the motion and it passed (7-0).
3.6. Request to award construction contract to Triphase Electric in the amount of
$125,952 to install electrical service to the east end of the Ford Park parking lot for
special events.
Moffet made a motion to approve the request to award Triphase Electric the construction
contract; Foley seconded the motion and it passed (7-0).
3.7. Colorado Coalition of Climate Action 2018-2019 Policy
Moffet made a motion to move item 3.7 Colorado Coalition of Climate Action 2018-2019 Policy
to the August 21 meeting to address concerns; Foley seconded the motion and it passed (7-0).
4. Town Manager Report
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5. Presentations / Discussion
5.1. Presentation about Autonomous Vehicles
Presenter(s): Rutt Bridges, Executive Director, Understanding Disruption, Inc.
Action Requested of Council: Informational only.
Background: Executive Director of Understanding Disruption, Inc., Rutt Bridges, will present
about "how life would change for the better with autonomous vehicles".
Bridges provided council members with his book "Our Driverless Future Heaven or Hell" and
reviewed a powerpoint presentation regarding autonomous vehicles and where the future is
headed. Bridges predicts numerous automakers will be getting into the autonomous vehicle
business by 2021 and 53 companies in California are currently testing driverless vehicles.
Autonomous vehicles require very little maintenance and will last three times longer. Bridges
expressed a potential downfall will be the loss of public transit riders. Within 5 years, Bridges
predicts, driverless vehicles will be cheaper than today's subsidized bus tickets. He said the
future of transportation is electric, driverless and shared.
5.2. Comprehensive Open Lands Plan Review (Trails)
Presenter(s): Chris Neubecker, Interim Community Development Director
Action Requested of Council: The purpose of this memo is to present the recommendations of
the draft 2018 Open Lands Plan Update, specifically Chapter 4, Trails. As part of this meeting,
Staff will also follow up with Town Council on the discussion from the July 17, 2018 meeting on
Chapter 3.
Background: The purpose of this memo is to present the recommendations of the draft 2018
Open Lands Plan Update relating to Trails. The Plan identifies 12 trail ideas which are shown on
a Conceptual Trails Plan, for consideration by the Town Council.
Staff Recommendation: The Community Development Department recommends that the Town
Council provide feedback on any elements of the Trails (Chapter 4) section of the draft 2018
Open Lands Plan Update that may need to be modified.
Tom Braun, comprehensive open lands plan consultant, provided a recap of the 2018 process
to date including community input and an inventory of trails. The 1994 Plan included a detailed
trail plan that looped the town together. Specific tasks have included defining potential trail
ideas, identifying other trail related programs and improving how the 1994 plan addresses trails.
There is community support for new trails, but environment and wildlife were very important key
elements when considering the location of a potential new trail. There are six major themes
important to the community: safety, sustainability, sensitivity, variety, connectivity and
collaboration. The proposed update included 12 trail ideas which included some new trails and
trail improvements.
• North Trail/Davos Connector Son of Middle/Red Sandstone Road
• Avon/Nottingham Ridge Connector
• Intermountain Trail
• Matterhorn Trail
• Intermountain/Lionshead Connector
• Red Sandstone Valley Trail
Connector
• Vail Mountain Cross Connector
• Vail Trail
• Vail Trail Extension
• East Water Tank
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• Two Elk Connector
Braun provided brief descriptions of each of the above trails along with the pros and cons of
each trail. A more detailed study would need to be done on each of these trail ideas to
determine what the impact would be on the environment and wildlife before any new trails are
constructed.
Some parameters for Council to consider when making any decisions regarding the proposed
update:
✓ Wildlife considerations, potential for mitigation
✓ Safe for users, improve safety of existing trails
✓ Expand opportunities for user groups
✓ Provide neighborhood connectivity/trail linkages
Braun invited Bill Andree, former district wildlife manager with the Colorado Division of Wildlife,
to speak to council about this areas wildlife and their survival. Andree explained how human
recreation affects wildlife behavior and increases the animals stress level. Wildlife needs room
to graze and the loss of habitat is causing a decrease of animals. Andree suggested defining
trail -free zones; public education; enforce seasonal trail closures and habitat enhancement
when considering any of the twelve proposed trail ideas.
Mayor Chapin invited public input at this time:
■ Pete Siebert, Vail Resident, expressed support of moving forward with the twelve proposed
trail ideas. He noted each trail idea presented would require additional layers of study.
■ Craig Westcott of Colorado Parks and Wildlife stated elk populations in this area are really
suffering and suggested to set aside areas for wildlife. He noted there was not one factor
causing the decline, but growth in people coming to area is a large factor.
■ Bill Hoblitzell representing the Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance expressed support for the
plan and urged council to adopt as proposed.
■ Pam Stenmark, Vail resident, urged council to remove the Vail Trail extension from the plan.
She stated there are redundant trails and the Vail Trail extension is not necessary. Once
wildlife is lost we will never get it back.
■ Mike Kloser, Vail resident, is in favor of the plan as presented. He felt Vail was behind other
resorts throughout the state and world when it comes to multi use trails and this plan would
enhance the experience for guest and locals. The north trail would add to the experience.
• Bill Heicher expressed concern for the impact on the wildlife habitat with some of the
suggested trails.
■ Laie Lapin, Vail resident, felt there currently are safety issues around the trails from being
over populated. Lapin suggested more education of trail use is needed.
■ Anne Esson, Vail Resident, stated wildlife was being affected. Esson urged council to drop
the Vail Trail extension from the plan.
• Diana Donovan, Vail resident, felt the PEC didn't do anything and they needed to be more
active with the process. She felt the essence of why people love Vail becomes lost with the
proposed plan.
■ Tom Vucich, Vail resident, said the Vail Trail extension was the only reason everyone is
here. He encouraged Council to remove the Vail Trail extension from the plan.
■ Steven Botts, Vail resident, supported the plan and felt that it was very well thought out. The
proposed plan brought the trail system together.
• Jim Lamont, Vail Homeowners Association, provided the history of the trails. Lamont
encouraged Council to preserve areas.
■ Blondie Vucich, East Vail resident, wanted to see council remove the Vail Trail extension
from the plan. Vucich felt the Vail Trail extension was different than the other eleven trails
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and reminded Council that wildlife considerations were a factor in the award Vail just
received as a Sustainable Resort.
Public comments were closed at this time. Bruno asked if there were three other members who
were willing to remove Vail Trail extension from the proposed updated plan. Chapin supported
the removal along with Langmaid, Mason and Foley. Moffet and Coggin did not support the
removal of the Vail Trail. Moffet express the need for trails for less advanced mountain bikers
and was concerned there wouldn't be any social trails.
6. Action Items
6.1. 2018-2020 Council Action Plan
Presenter(s): Greg Clifton, Town Manager
Action Requested of Council: Adopt Council's Action Plan.
Background: The Town Council has developed its 2018-2020 Action Plan over the course of
several meetings beginning in January. The plan is being presented with final edits from July 17
meeting included. The Action Plan is ready for approval at this time.
Moffet made a motion to approve the 2018-2019 Council Action Plan; Foley seconded the
motion and it passed (5-0) Mason and Coggin were not present for the vote.
7. Public Hearings
7.1. Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2018, First Reading, An Ordinance for a Zone District
Boundary Amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to allow
for a rezoning of two parcels of land located in the vicinity of 366 Hanson Ranch Road; A
portion of Lot d-1, Block 2, Vail Village Fifth Filing and a portion of Tract E, Vail Village
Fifth Filing. The rezoning will change the Zone District from Agriculture and Open Space
(A) District to the Public Accommodation (PA) District, and setting forth details in regard
thereto.
Presenter(s): Jonathan Spence, Senior Planner
Action Requested of Council: The Vail Town Council shall approve, approve with modifications,
or deny Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2018, upon first reading.
Background: The applicant, VailPoint LLC, represented by Pylman & Associates, Inc., is
requesting a zone district boundary amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail
Town Code, to allow for the rezoning of two parcels of land located in the vicinity of 366 Hanson
Ranch Road; A portion of Lot d-1, Block 2, Vail Village Fifth Filing and a portion of Tract E, Vail
Village Fifth Filing. The rezoning will change the Zone District from Agriculture and Open Space
(A) District to the Public Accommodation (PA) District.
Staff Recommendation: On June 25, 2018, the Planning and Environmental Commission (PEC)
was unable to forward a recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a zone district boundary
amendment. The PEC deadlocked 3-3 on a motion to recommend approval of the zone change
with Commissioners Stockmar, Kurz and Kjesbo voting in the affirmative and Commissioners
Gillette, Hopkins and Perez opposed. Commissioner Lockman was absent from this meeting.
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Foley made a motion to table Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2018 to the August 21, 2018 Council
meeting agenda; Moffet seconded the motion and it passed (7-0).
7.2. Ordinance No. 13, Series of 2018, First Reading, An Ordinance for a Prescribed
Regulation Amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to
amend Section 12-10-16 Exempt Areas; Parking Fund Established, Vail Town Code, to
remove 1A, Lot 2A, Tract K, Tract L and Tract M of a Resubdivision of Vail Lionshead,
Block 1, from the "parking pay -in -lieu" zones for parking regulations purposes, and
setting forth details in regard thereto.
Presenter(s): Jonathan Spence, Senior Planner
Action Requested of Council: The Vail Town Council shall approve, approve with modifications,
or deny Ordinance No. 13, Series of 2018, upon first reading.
Background: The applicants, Lazier Lionshead LLC & Battle Mountain LLC, represented by
Braun Associates, Inc., are requesting the first reading of Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2018, an
ordinance for a prescribed regulation amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail
Town Code, to amend Section 12-10-16 Exempt Areas; Parking Fund Established, Vail Town
Code, to remove 1A, Lot 2A, Tract K, Tract L and Tract M of a Resubdivision of Vail Lionshead,
Block 1, from the "parking pay -in -lieu" zones for parking regulations purposes, located in the
vicinity of 500 and 534 East Lionshead Circle.
Staff Recommendation: On July 9, 2018, the Planning and Environmental Commission (PEC)
forwarded a unanimous recommendation of approval to the Vail Town Council for Prescribed
Regulation Amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to amend
Section 12-10-16 Exempt Areas; Parking Fund Established, Vail Town Code, to remove 1A, Lot
2A, Tract K, Tract L and Tract M of a Resubdivision of Vail Lionshead, Block 1, from the
"parking pay -in -lieu" zones for parking regulations purposes, located in the vicinity of 500 and
534 East Lionshead Circle.
Chapin opened the public hearing at this time. Spence provided a recap of ordinance and
explained the map change would allow the applicants to redevelop their properties with on -site
parking, which would otherwise be prohibited without this ordinance. Tom Braun, Braun and
Associated, was present representing the applicants and to answer any questions Council may
have. Chapin invited public comments at this time and there was none.
Moffet made a motion to approve Ordnance No. 13, Series of 2018 based upon the following
findings: 1. That the amendments are consistent with the adopted goals, objectives and policies
outlined in the Vail comprehensive plan and compatible with the development objectives of the
town; 2. That the amendments are compatible with and suitable to adjacent uses and
appropriate for the surrounding areas; and 3. That the amendments promote the health, safety,
morals, and general welfare of the town and promote the coordinated and harmonious
development of the town in a manner that conserves and enhances its natural environment and
its established character as a resort and residential community of the highest quality."' Bruno
seconded the motion and it passed (7-0).
7.3. Ordinance No. 14 Series of 2018, First Reading, An Ordinance for a Prescribed
Regulation Amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to
amend Section 12-2-2: Definitions of Words and Terms pertaining to Commercial Ski
Storage/Ski Club, and setting forth details in regard thereto.
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Presenter(s): Jonathan Spence, Senior Planner
Action Requested of Council: The Vail Town Council shall approve, approve with modifications,
or deny Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2018, upon first reading.
Background: In an effort to provide the community, retailers and code enforcement with a better
understanding of what does and does not constitute commercial ski storage, staff, Vail Resorts
and the Vail Chamber and Business Association recommend that the Vail Town Council
consider the proposed changes to the definition of Commercial Ski Storage/Ski Clubs in the Vail
Town Code.
Staff Recommendation: On July 23, 2018, the Planning and Environmental Commission (PEC)
forwarded a unanimous recommendation of approval to the Vail Town Council for Prescribed
Regulation Amendment, pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendment, Vail Town Code, to amend
Section 12-2-2, Definitions of Words and Terms, Vail Town Code, to amend and clarify the
definition of Commercial Ski Storage.
Chapin opened the public hearing at this time. Spence provided a recap of the ordinance and
stated the PEC was in support code amendments in clarifying areas where and were not is ski
storage could happen. Moffet expressed concern about blocking windows and sidewalks;
noting the new definitions codify the status quo which differed from the original intent of the
regulations. Chapin invited public input at this time:
■ Tom Neyens, Lionshead business owner, wanted to see the policy be fair to all business
owners and for it to be enforced. Neyens stated he tries to follow the rules and everyone
else should have to do the same.
■ Jeff Babb, Vail Resorts, felt ski storage was about providing a superior level of guest service
■ Guest are demanding slope side rental and pick up.
■ Buddy Lazier, Vail resident and business owner, wanted to see first floor commercial space
protected for small businesses.
Public input was closed at this time. Foley made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 14, Series
of 2018 upon first reading; Bruno seconded the motion passed 4-3 (Coggin, Langmaid, Moffet
opposed).
There being no further business to come before the council, Foley moved to adjourn the
meeting and Moffet seconded the motion which passed (7-0) and the meeting adjourned
at 10:10 a.m.
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