HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-09-06 Town Council MinutesVail Town Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, September 6, 2022
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 Langmaid.
Members present:
Staff members present:
1. Citizen Participation
Kim Langmaid, Mayor
Travis Coggin, Mayor Pro Tern
Barry Davis
Kevin Foley
Jeri Mason
Pete Seibert
Jonathan Staufer
Stan Zemler, Town Manager
Kathleen Halloran, Deputy Town Manager
Matt Mire, Town Attorney
Stephanie Bibbens, Town Clerk
Diane Carpenter, a Vail resident, expressed her concern for safety regarding trees near the Vail
Village at Gore Creek in the Restore the Gore Project.
Debbie King Ford, a Vail resident, asked Council to stay the course regarding the eminent
domain and condemnation process for the Booth Heights property. She also stated there was
support within the community that would like to donate money towards the issue and that the
RETT Funds were designated in 1980 to purchase open space property and it would not be
considered fiscally irresponsible to use those funds with the Booth Heights matter. She also
asked Council to research the Conservation Trust Fund.
Kirsty Hints, a Vail resident, expressed her concern regarding Vail Resorts not following the
Values "Do Right° and "Do Good° stated on their website and asked Council to stick to the Town
of Vail's values.
Gina Grisafi- a Vail resident, expressed her continued support if the acquisition of Booth Heights
and stated she had also heard of community members and conservationists desire to donate
towards the purchase of the Booth Heights property.
Richard Leslie- a Vail resident, offered council his advice on how to win the condemnation
matter against Vail Resorts.
John Reimers- a Vail resident, stated Booth Heights, 20 years down the road, would be an
asset.
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Mery Lapin- a Vail resident, explained Vail Resorts had the multiple opportunities over the years
to develop employee housing. He also requested Council send a message to Vail Resorts by
voting 7-0 and put pressure on Vail Resorts by pursuing condemnation for various other
properties to ensure the land would stay with the town and not go back to Vail Resorts.
Mark Gordon asked for transparency on the dollar amount that would be offered for Booth
Heights and encouraged a citizen vote. Gordon also expressed concerns regarding real estate
open house signs. He expressed support for including high density at Timber Ridge.
Betsy Kiehl- a Vail resident, expressed her gratitude for Council listening to the community and
reminded Council the community voted for them because the community trusted Council to do
what is best for the Town of Vail and it's residents.
Susie Kincade- a resident of the Town of Eagle, thanked Council for their support of the
C.O.R.E. Act and asked for their continued advocacy of the C.O.R.E. Act.
2. Any action as a result of executive session
There was none.
I DRB/PEC Update
Spence explained there was a new agenda platform, and the board was working on formatting
issues.
Langmaid commented that the updated minutes were missing addresses of the properties.
Spence stated that issue would be addressed.
Coggin stated he was happy to see Concert Hall had made it through the process.
Langmaid also mentioned the Steward Vail Process and highlighted there were comments
made about the Vail Resorts Business Model and the need for a community rec center.
4. Matters from Mayor
Foley reported he attended Tony Gulizia's memorial service and Tony was sent off in style, Vail
Jazz was a success, and asked if the traffic in the school zones had calmed.
Foley also noted receiving a letter regarding Booth Falls and asked if Vail PD was still ticketing
violators out at the park, he expressed concern for the lack of bus shelters in East Vail and
stated there had been many letters received regarding the upcoming winter parking rates,
specifically "free after three".
Lastly, Foley stated Paul Rondeau would be missed and he thanked everyone for their help with
making the Vail Pioneer Weekend a success.
Staufer commented on the high level of care that was provided to his family at the Vail Health
Hospital.
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Seibert stated there needed to be more bike racks throughout the town and complimented Foley
on his role with the Vail Pioneer Days.
Langmaid complimented Vail Pioneer Weekend and expressed her condolences for the
Rondeau family and thanked Suzanne Silverthorn for her many years of service as the Town's
Communications Director.
Langmaid also asked for more information regarding the technology that may help enforce the
noise ordinance on 1-70.
Coggin reminded the public that there are 66 days until the 2022-2023 Ski Season starts, that
there was a new story walk out in East Vail, and referenced a letter received regarding the
occupancy at Lion's Ridge and asked about a lease audit to make sure Lion's Ridge followed
their rental requirements to rent to locals first.
Coggin also thanked Community Development for their updates on West Middle Creek and
5137 Black Gore and he looked forward to the potential housing projects in the future.
Mason restated the potential need for school zones and reminded the community that hunting
season was underway. She asked that the community keep their pets on a leash and to
remember to wear orange for safety.
Davis echoed Seibert's statement for more bike racks throughout town especially around the
Gravity Haus.
Davis expressed his appreciation for the workers throughout the community that reached out to
Council regarding parking and their use of the structures and wanted to make sure those that
reached out were heard.
5. Consent Agenda
5.1 August 2, 2022 Town Council Meeting Minutes
Foley made a motion to approve; Davis seconded motion passed (6-0).
6.2 August 16, 2022 Town Council Meeting Minutes
Davis made a motion to approve, Foley seconded motion passed (4-0, Coggin, Seibert, and Staufer
abstained).
5.3 August 23, 2022 Town Council Special Meeting Minutes
Foley made a motion to approve, Staufer seconded motion passed (4-0 Seibert and Mason abstained).
6.4 Master Lease of 4081 Bighorn Road Unit 14i
Staff Recommendation: Authorize the Town Manger to enter into a yearly master lease for 4081
Bighorn Road Unit 14i in an amount not to exceed $56,400.
Staufer made a motion to approve; Davis seconded motion passed (6-0).
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5.5 Contract Award to AVISPL for Council Chambers AN Upgrade
Background: Upgrade the Town of Vail audio visual systems in the Town Council Chambers.
Staff Recommendation: Authorize Town Manager to enter into a contract approved by the Town
Attorney with AVI-SPL not to exceed $105,312.01.
Foley made a motion to approve; Mason seconded motion passed (6-0).
5.6 Letter of Support on the "Camp Hale - Continental Divide National Monument"
Approve, approve with modifications the Letter of Support on the "Camp Hale - Continental
Divide National Monument" and direct staff to forward to appropriate parties.
Background: At the Council's request, staff is providing the background for a proposed letter to
President Biden urging support of the CORE Act and the designation of Camp Hale and the
Tenmile Range as a National Monument.
Staufer made a motion to approve; Foley seconded motion passed (6-0).
6. Town Manager Report
Zemler recounted his recent trip to Norway, specifically highlighting their requirements for local
sourcing for many products as part of their environmental sustainability efforts and extensive
roadway tunnels
7.0 Presentations/Discussion
7.1 Go Vail 2045 Mobility Master Plan Update
Presenter(s): Tom Kassmel, Town Engineer
Background: The Town of Vail has hired Fehr & Peers consultant team to complete a Vail
Mobility & Transportation Master Plan, branded GO Vail 2045. The project kicked off with public
engagement and a mobility and transportation survey in July. Staff will present the findings and
make recommendations for a draft updated transportation vision statement.
Staff Recommendation: Listen to presentation, take public comment and provide any feedback
on the recommended vision statement.
Kassmel provided an update on the Go Vail 2045 Mobility Master Plan. Kassmel explained the
plan would ultimately update traffic, transit, and parking projections and provide implementation
recommendations for each.
Kassmel also presented next steps which would include finalizing the draft Go Vail vision and
goals; completing the existing conditions inventory and analysis; reviewing future development,
traffic and transit growth based on current planning; and a second round of targeted public
outreach.
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Langmaid commented there wasn't a mention of a reduction of single use vehicles and cars and
the reduction of total miles traveled in those kinds of vehicles. She asked for more
representation on that topic and how it aligns with the sustainability plan.
Kassmel agreed to having the more specific information and context explained.
Langmaid encouraged the community to continue giving input to the Go Vail 2045 Mobility
Master Plan process. She also asked for clarification regarding the underpass construction.
Kassmel explained she was correct, the underpass was constructed with EverVail in mind, as
well as the anticipation of Timber Ridge developing into a higher density and West Vail.
Langmaid questioned the contemplation of a pedestrian overpass that would connect Middle
Creek, Residences at Main Vail, and potentially West Middle Creek over to Civic Center or the
Lionshead Parking Structure.
Kassmel responded there hadn't been discussion for an overpass in that particular location due
to the interchange currently there, as well as the difficulty of transitioning pedestrians from street
level to overhead.
8.0 Action Items
8.1 Resolution No. 42, Series of 2022, A Resolution of the Vail Town Council
Submitting a Ballot Issue to the Registered Electors of the Town at the November 8, 2022
Special Election Regarding the Formation of the Eagle Valley Transportation Authority.
Presenter(s): Greg Hall, Director of Public Works and Transportation
Background: The Town Council passed Resolution No. 25 Series of 2022 on May 17 to enter
into an Intergovernmental Agreement to create a Regional Transportation Authority (RTA).
Based on the due diligence of the RTA formation and technical committee as well as work
provided by various consultants and outreach efforts, the RTA Formation Committee has
recommended at its August 11 meeting that each entity place the question on the ballot to ask
for voter approval to form and fund a regional transportation authority. All parties to the IGA
have indicated that they either have or intend to take action to refer the ballot question.
Staff Recommendation: Approve Resolution No. 42, Series of 2022
Hall stated during the work session on August 16, 2022 that staff presented a draft ballot
question on the formation of the Eagle Valley Transportation Authority to the Vail electorate for
the upcoming November 8, 2022 Election. The ballot question would combine both the
formation of the Transportation Authority along with a TABOR tax increase question to impose a
% cent sales tax to support expanded transit service.
Hall explained Resolution No. 42, Series of 2022 would authorize the Town of Vail to put the
RTA Ballot question on the November 8, 2022 election ballot.
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Hall referenced the Intergovernmental Agreement that Council passed on May 17, 2022
meeting had been updated and was more refined on the transition plan from Eagle County
Government providing transportation to the proposed RTA should the ballot pass.
Hall stated the RTA would be important to the community and would provide answers to a lot of
problems the Town and County are trying to solve.
Langmaid commented although there would be potentially a half a cent increase in sales tax,
the benefits of a much -improved public transportation system up and down the valley would
improve the livability of the valley and align with some of the Town's goals.
Mason stated she was surprised at the small amount of the community members that used the
current transportation system and hoped creating the RTA would encourage more of the
community to utilize the public transportation system if the RTA was created.
Davis stated he thought it was importanifor the issue to be put on the ballot and to let voters
decide.
Hall stated if the ballot did not pass in one of the four major communities; the Town of Vail, the
Town of Avon, unincorporated Eagle County or Beaver Creek Metro District, the RTA would not
be formed.
Public comment was called. There was none.
Mire reminded Council that if the issue went on the ballot, the provisions of the Fair Campaign
Practices Act are initiated; Council can pass one Resolution in support of the issue before the
election.
Davis made a motion to approve; Coggin seconded motion passed (7-0).
8.2 Fire Free Five Community Assistance Program
Presenter(s): Paul Cada, Wildland Program Manager
Background: In Spring of 2022 the Vail Town Council funded the Fire Free Five Community
Assistance Program, this presentation will provide an update on the status of this program and
request for expansion.
Staff Recommendation: Make recommendation on future funding.
Cada presented the success of the voluntary Fire Free Five program. He explained that the
implementation exceeded expectations and asked council to fund an additional $50,000 through
the end of the year. He also asked Council if they would like to see the voluntary Fire Free Five
community assistance program continued in 2023.
Coggin asked if the town budgeted $150,000 for the community properties and $150,000 for the
Town of Vail properties and if $150,000 would cover the cost for the community properties.
Carlie Smith, Finance Director, explained that $200,000 was budgeted in 2022 for Town of Vail
buildings and another $100,000 in the 2023 five-year plan.
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Cada explained the program was still in the discovery phase and that he was unsure of what the
cost would be in the upcoming year.
Public input was called. There was none.
Coggin made a motion to approve; Foley seconded motion passed (7-0).
8.3 Ordinance No.17, Series of 2022, First Reading, An Ordinance Repealing Title 3,
Chapter 6: 'Commission on Special Events', Vail Town Code
Presenter(s): Mia Vlaar, Economic Development Director and Jeremy Gross, Special Event
Coordinator
Background: In 2004, the Town of Vail established by ordinance the Commission on Special
Events (CSE). The CSE has effectively reviewed proposals and made funding
recommendations for special events over the last 18 years, contributing to a robust and diverse
calendar of events to support the tourism and economic development goals of the town. During
this time, as the town's staffing, finance, and operations have evolved, the roles and functions of
the CSE have also evolved, necessitating an update to the town code.
Staff Recommendation: Approve, approve with amendments or deny Ordinance 17, Series of
2022 upon First Reading.
Gross stated the Town Code was outdated and therefore staff recommendation would be for the
Town Code on the Commiss n on Special t vents to be repealed. Gross explained the
Commission on Special evts would cdnfinue forward as the Committee on Special Events, as
a non -codified advisory cowncil�tructured similar to the Vail Local Marketing District Advisory
Council and Vail Economics A dory Council. The role and responsibility of the committee
wouldn't functionally change, h ever, the language in the Town Code needed to be updated to
reflect the current duties of VWXE. Gross also stated the five current members of the
Commission on Special EveMtt�puld be invited to continue on as the Committee of Special
Events.
Public comment was called.
Douglas Smith, Vail resident and CSE Board member asked to amend the Town Code instead
being abolished.
Coggin and Davis recommended that two members of the Committee of Special Events be a
part of the funding committee discussion.
Mire recommended if the first reading passed to add two more motions, which would include
appointing current CSE members to the Committee of Special Events and include that the
event funding committee shall consist of two members of the Committee of Special Events.
Mire also reminded staff that should the Ordinance pass second reading, the Committee would
be required to take minutes and to fulfill the public meeting posting requirements.
Three motions:
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Davis made a motion to repeal Town Code section Title 3, Chapter WCommission on Special
Events', Foley seconded motion passed (7-0).
Davis made a motion to form a Committee of Special Events consisting of the current members
of the Commission of Special events; Staufer seconded motion passed (7-0).
Davis made a motion that the Event Funding Committee shall consist of two members of the
Committee on Special Events as well as staff members from Economic Development, Finance
and the Town Manager's Office; Mason seconded motion passed (7-0).
There being no further business to come before the council, Coggin moved to adjourn the
meeting; Foley seconded motion to adjourn passed (7-0); meeting adjourned at 7:53 pm.
Attest:
Stephanie Bibbens,WTown Clerk
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