23.10.02 Avon DDA Board FINAL PACKET_____________________________________________________________________________________
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DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING AGENDA
Monday, Oct 2, 2023
MEETING BEGINS AT 5:00 PM
In-person at Avon Town Hall, 100 Mikaela Way, Avon CO 81620
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY PUBLIC MEETING BEGINS AT 5:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3. DISCLOSURE OF ANY CONFLICTS OF INTEREST RELATED TO AGENDA ITEMS
4. PUBLIC COMMENT – COMMENTS ARE WELCOME ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE
FOLLOWING AGENDA Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes. The speaker may be given
one (1) additional minute subject to Board approval.
5. BUSINESS ITEMS
5.1. Overview of Avon Downtown Development Authority
5.2. Adoption of Simplified Rules of Order
5.3. Appointment of Officers
5.4. PUBLIC HEARING: Adoption of Avon Downtown Development Authority Plan
5.5. Discussion of the Avon DDA Board Meeting Schedule
6. ADJOURN
Public Comments: Avon DDA agendas shall include a general item labeled “Public Comment” near the beginning of all Board meetings. Members of
the public who wish to provide comments to the Board greater than three minutes are encouraged to schedule time in advance on the agenda and to
provide written comments and other appropriate materials to the Board in advance of the Board meeting. The Chairperson shall permit public comments for any action item or work session item and may permit public comment for any other agenda item, and may limit such public comment to three minutes
per individual, which limitation may be waived or increased by a majority of the quorum present. Article VI. Public Comments, Avon Downtown Development Authority Simplified Rules of Order
970.748.4004 eric@avon.org
TO: Avon DDA Board of Directors FROM: Eric Heil, Town Manager
RE: Oct 2, 2023 Board meeting
DATE: September 29, 2023
SUMMARY: Welcome Avon Downtown Development Authority Board members! The first meeting of the
Avon Downtown Development Authority includes a variety of preliminary organizational action items.
OVERVIEW OF DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: This will be a brief introduction, overview
and recap of the Avon DDA. Town Council adopted the Avon DDA plan document, amendments to the
Avon Municipal Code and set the special election date by Ordinance No. 23-02. Ordinance 23-02 and the
Avon Municipal Code amendments are included as ATTACHMENT A. Many of the organization provisions
for the Avon DDA are contained in the Avon Municipal Code language. We will review this Title 4 – Avon
Downtown Development Authority at the Board meeting, including the relationship between the Avon
Town Council and Avon Downtown Development Authority Board.
Staff is currently researching the need to adopt a budget for 2024. We are not expecting to receive and TIF
funds in 2024 and we are intending to proceed initially with the Town of Avon providing administrative and
legal support.
ADOPTION OF SIMPLIFIED RULES OF ORDER: The Avon Home Rule Charter states all board and
commission shall adopt their rules of meeting procedure, subject to Council approval. Attached is a draft of
Avon DDA Simplified Rules of Order, which is modelled after the Simplified Rules of Order adopted by
Council. See ATTACHMENT B. We will review these Simplified Rules of Order at the Avon DDA Board
meeting. These may be adopted by simple motion of the Avon DDA Board.
APPOINTMENT OF OFFICERS: Per Section 4.44 Officers, the Avon DDA Board must appoint a
Chairperson, Vice-Chair Person and Secretary. These appointments may be made by motion. The
suggested procedure is to first accept nominations, which includes self-nominations, then allow for
statements of those nominated, then allow discussion by the Avon DDA Board, then the Avon DDA Board
can entertain a motion for appointment. The vote for appointments may occur individually or en masse for
the appointees.
ADOPTION OF AVON DDA PLAN DOCUMENT: The Avon DDA Board of Directors must officially adopt
the Avon DDA Plan document in order for the Tax Increment Financing provisions to take effect. The Avon
DDA Plan document has already been adopted by the Avon Town Council and Avon Planning and Zoning
Commission. This document may be amended and updated at any time. The Avon DDA Plan document
should serve as a workable framework until there is a more defined vision and strategy for the Avon DDA
area.
A slight revision to 7.3.c. is proposed to update this language. The revised language is proposed to read
as follows:
Confluence Metropolitan District, Avon Station Metropolitan District, Village
Metropolitan Districts. The Town will enter into intergovernmental agreements
dated with Avon Station Metropolitan District, Confluence Metropolitan Districts,
and Village Metropolitan Districts (“District IGAs”). Pursuant to the District
IGAs, the Avon DDA Board shall remit to the Districts any tax increment receipts
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resulting from real property taxes and specific ownership taxes from property
within the boundaries of the Districts as of the date of the District IGA, that would
otherwise be payable to the Districts, except for any incremental real property taxes
or specific ownership taxes generated by an increase in the total number of
permitted dwelling units or commercial square footage in the zoning entitlements
existing as of the date of the District IGAs. The Town shall continue to remit such
receipts, if any, to the Confluence Metropolitan District, Avon Station Metropolitan
Districts, and Village Metropolitan District until December 31, 2053.
Another revision is the addition of the Business Survey as Appendix B. See ATTACHMENT C.
APPROVAL OF SCHEDULE: This item is an open discussion of the meeting time and schedule that
works best for the Avon DDA Board. Avon staff can accommodate evening meetings or day meetings. We
are anticipating that we will need to host these meetings as hybrid meetings which would allow both in-
person attendance and remote attendance. I expect we will need to schedule one more meeting before the
end of the year to approve the District IGAs and a 2024 Budget.
Thank you, Eric
ATTACHMENT A: Ordinance No. 23-02
ATTACHMENT B: Draft Avon DDA Simplified Rules of Order
ATTACHMENT C: Draft Avon DDA Plan
ATTACHMENT A: Ord 23-02
ATTACHMENT A: Ord 23-02
ATTACHMENT A: Ord 23-02
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30 Benchmark Road, Suite 216, PO Box 978 Avon, CO 81620
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TractIonthewestrightͲofͲwaylineofPostBoulevard;
ThenceNortheastacrossSwiftGulchRoadtotheNorthwestcornerofAvonLanding;
ThenceNortheasttotheNorthernmostcornerofBlock2,AvonLanding;
ThencesoutheasttotheNortheastcornerofBlock3,AvonLanding;
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EXHIBIT A: Legal DescriptionATTACHMENT A: Ord 23-02
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GrandeWesternRailroadrightͲofͲway;
ThenceWestalongtheNorthlineoftherailroadrightͲofͲwaytotheEasternmostpointof
TractD,VillageatAvonFiling1;
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ThenceNorthwestalongtheSouthrightͲofͲwaylineofHurdLaneanditsextensiontoa
pointontheWestrightͲofͲwaylineofAvonRoad;
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EXHIBIT A: Legal DescriptionATTACHMENT A: Ord 23-02
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ATTACHMENT A: Ord 23-02
EXHIBIT C – TITLE 4 – Avon Downtown Development Authority
Title 4 – Avon Downtown Development Authority
4.04 Establishment. There is hereby established the Avon Downtown Development Authority, which
shall be referred to as the Avon DDA.
4.04.010 Purpose. The purposes of the Avon DDA are set forth generally in the DDA Statutes and set
forth more specifically in the DDA Plan.
4.04.020 Authority. The Avon DDA shall have all authority set forth in the DDA Statutes and all authority
under the Town of Avon’s Home Rule Charter.
4.04.030 Interpretation. The DDA Statutes and this Title 4 shall be liberally construed to effect the
purposes and objects of this Title 4. This Title 4 shall supersede the DDA Statutes in the event of any
conflict.
4.08 Definitions. The definitions set forth the in DDA Statutes shall apply unless the conflict with any
provision in this Title 4.
Avon DDA means the Avon Downtown Development Authority as authorized and defined in C.R.S. §31-
25-801 et. seq.
DDA Board means the board of the Avon DDA
DDA Plan means the plan of development document for the Avon DDA that is required to be adopted in
the DDA Statutes.
DDA Statutes means C.R.S. §31-25-801 et. seq.
TIF means tax increment financing
4.12 Duties. The DDA Board shall have the following duties:
4.12.010. Review and Approval Authority.
(1) DDA Plan. The DDA Board shall review and adopt a DDA Plan, which shall be subject to
concurring Council approval.
(2) DDA Budget. The DDA Board shall review and adopt the annual DDA budget, and any
revisions thereto, which shall be subject to concurring Council approval.
(3) Plan of Development Area. The DDA Board shall review any Plan of Development Area and
shall provide recommendations to the Council on the adoption of any Plan of Development
Area.
4.12.020 Public Hearing.
The DDA Board shall conduct a public hearing prior to taking action to adopt a DDA Plan, adopt the
annual DDA budget or any amendments thereto, or adopt a recommendation on a Plan of Development
Area.
ATTACHMENT A: Ord 23-02
EXHIBIT C – TITLE 4 – Avon Downtown Development Authority
4.12.030 Criteria for Actions.
The DDA Board shall consider whether proposed actions support or advance the purposes of the DDA
Plan, DDA Statutes, or Avon Comprehensive Plan which considering any actions within the review and
approval authority of the DDA Board.
4.12.040 Time for Action.
The DDA Board shall take action on the adoption of the DDA Plan or recommendation of a Plan of
Development Area within seventy-five (75) days of referral of such documents and shall take action on
the annual budget or any amendments to the annual budget within forty-five (45) days of referral of such
document. The failure to take action to adopt or recommend a document referred to the DDA Board
within the defined timeframe shall be deemed an approval of the DDA Board unless Council extends the
time for such action.
4.16 Relationship to Council. The actions of the DDA Board shall be subject to review and approval of
Council:
(1) DDA Plan. The adoption of the DDA Plan and any amendments to the DDA Plan by the DDA Board
shall be subject to approval by Council.
(2) Budget. The adoption of the annual budget and any revisions to the annual budget for the DDA shall
be subject to approval by Council. Council shall have the authority to adopt the DDA budget as may be
required for to satisfy debt payments and contractual terms.
(3) Plan of Development Area. The approval of a Plan of Development Area which receives DDA TIF
funding by the Avon DDA shall be approved by Council after considering recommendations of the DDA
Board.
4.20 Board Membership. The DDA Board shall be composed of five (5) to eleven (11) members
appointed by the Council, which shall include one (1) member of Council.
4.24 Qualifications of DDA Board Members. The qualifications of DDA Board members are set forth in
the DDA Statutes.
4.28 Quorum. A majority of the duly appointed members of the DDA Board shall constitute a quorum for
the transaction of business, but in the absence of a quorum, a lesser number shall adjourn any meeting
to a later time or date. In the absence of all members, any staff member shall adjourn any meeting to a
later time or date.
4.32 Term. The term of office for a DDA Board member shall be four (4) years on an overlapping tenure.
The initial terms shall be staggered as set forth in C.R.S. §31-25-805(2).
4.36 Vacancies. A vacancy on the DDA Board shall occur whenever a member of the DDA Board is
removed by the Council, dies, becomes incapacitated and unable to perform the required duties for a
period of ninety (90) days, resigns, ceases to be a qualified member of the DDA Board or is convicted of
a felony. In the event a vacancy occurs, the Council shall appoint a successor to fill the vacancy and
serve the remainder of the term of the former member.
ATTACHMENT A: Ord 23-02
EXHIBIT C – TITLE 4 – Avon Downtown Development Authority
4.40 Removal from Office. A members of the DDA Board may be removed for misconduct, conduct
unbecoming of a Town official, violation of the Town's code of ethics, inefficiency or more than two (2)
unexcused absences within a twelve-month period. Prior to removal, Council shall conduct a hearing and
shall provide written notice to the DDA Board member stating the grounds for removal at least three (3)
days prior to the hearing.
4.44 Officers. The DDA Board shall select its own chairperson, a vice chairperson and a secretary from
among its members. The chair or, in the absence of the chair, the vice chair, shall be the presiding officer
of its meeting. In the absence of both the chair and the vice chair from a meeting, the members present
shall appoint a member to serve as acting chair at the meeting.
4.48 Compensation. All members of the DDA Board shall serve with compensation at a rate established
annually by the Council and shall be reimbursed for all authorized personal expenses incurred while
performing duties as a DDA Board member.
4.52 Staff. The Town Manager shall serve as the Executive Director of the DDA Board and shall provide
for the service of a recording secretary who shall act in the capacity of secretary for the DDA Board.
4.56 Rules and Regulations. The DDA Board shall operate in accordance with its own rules of
procedure as provided for in Section 11.2 of the Town Charter; provided, however, that the DDA Board
shall submit its proposed rules or any amendment to the rules to the Council, which by motion shall
approve the rules or amendment and direct their adoption by the DDA Board or disapprove the proposal
with directions for revision and resubmission. The rules shall be filed with the Town Clerk and maintained
in the records of the Town and shall be subject to public inspection. The DDA Board may provide for
certain variances, exceptions and exemptions from the requirements of its rules and regulations.
4.60 Meetings. The DDA Board shall meet in accordance with the rules of procedure governing the Avon
DDA and otherwise upon the call of the chairperson or, in the absence of the chair, by the vice
chairperson. All meetings shall be held at the offices of the Town, unless otherwise specified, with
adequate notice given to all interested parties.
4.64 Authority to Retain Consultants. The DDA Board may request the Town to retain the services of
one (1) or more consultants, provided that funds have been appropriated by the Town for said purpose,
to advise and assist the DDA Board in performing the functions prescribe in this Title 4. The consultants
may be retained to advise the DDA Board on a single project, on a number of projects or on a continuing
basis.
ATTACHMENT A: Ord 23-02
Avon Downtown Development Authority
Simplified Rules of Order
These Simplified Rules of Order establish rules and procedures for meetings of the Avon
Downtown Development Authority (“Avon DDA”) Board of Directors (“Board”). The intent is
to set forth simplified rules which are readily accessible and usable by the Avon DDA members
and understandable by the general public. The provisions of the Home Rule Charter, the Avon
Municipal Code, or any ordinance adopted by the Avon Town Board shall govern and apply in the
event there is any conflict with these Simplified Rules of Order. References to “Chairperson” shall
include any acting or temporary Chairperson appointed to run a particular meeting.
I.Standards of Conduct for Avon DDA Meetings: The Avon DDA finds that the
foundation of municipal democracy rests on open, respectful and informed discussion and debate
balanced with the necessary efficiency required to take action in the public interest. Reasonable
persons will often disagree on many public matters which arise before elected and appointed
officials. The process of discussion and debate is essential to the ability of elected and appointed
officials to render the best decisions possible for the Avon community. The following standards
of conduct are considered the minimum standards for elected and appointed officials.
A.Elected and appointed officials shall conduct themselves in a mature manner that is becoming
of public officials, shall respect one another and shall respect members of the public.
B.Elected and appointed officials shall refrain from profanity, rude behavior or personal attacks
and shall promptly apologize to both the board and the recipient of any such behavior in the
event of a temporary lapse of appropriate behavior.
C.The Chairperson shall be responsible for maintaining civility, decorum and order throughout
the meeting.
D.Members of the Avon DDA shall not communicate between or amongst themselves by text
message, e-mails or other forms of electronic communication during a Board meeting.
E.Members of the Avon DDA Board shall promptly disclose and announce the sending or receipt
by a Board member of a text message, e-mail or other form of electronic communication during
an Avon DDA Board meeting, to or from any person, for any such communication that
concerns a matter on the Avon DDA Board agenda for that meeting.
II.Chairperson: Every meeting of the Avon DDA Board shall be presided over by the
Chairperson. If the Chairperson is absent the Board shall appoint a temporary, acting Chairperson
who shall preside over the meeting. If the Chairperson has a conflict of interest on a matter then
the Board shall appoint a temporary, acting Chairperson who shall preside over the meeting for
such matter. The Chairperson shall strive to moderate Avon DDA Board meetings with
impartiality, shall strive to allow input from all other Board members on matters before expressing
the Chairperson’s opinion, and shall refrain from making a motion or seconding a motion until it
is apparent that no other member of the Board will do so.
III.Agendas: The following rules and procedures shall apply to agendas:
A.The Chairperson shall determine the agenda in consultation with the Town Manager. The
Board may direct items to be included on an agenda. Individual Board members may contact
the Chairperson to request inclusion of a matter on an agenda. The Chairperson shall consult
ATTACHMENT B: Simplified Rules of Order for DDA
with the Town Manager and exercise discretion to determine if the matter should be included
on the agenda as a discussion item or an action item.
B. After roll call, the Board shall approve the agenda by motion by a majority of the quorum
present with any additions or deletions Chair deems appropriate.
C. The Board may take action by motion at any time during a meeting to schedule discussion
or action items on a future agenda which shall be scheduled by Town Staff.
D. Noticing for action items and public hearings shall be in accordance with applicable law.
IV. Remote Attendance Policy: Participation of Board members by remote attendance shall
comply with this Section IV and any applicable laws.
A. Remote attendance means participation by video or audio means, such as Zoom, Webex,
Microsoft Teams or similar platform, which is clear, uninterrupted and allows two-way
communication for the participating Board member.
B. Board members may participate in a Board meeting by remote attendance when out-of-
town, when ill, or when unusual or unforeseen circumstances do not allow in-person
attendance. Board members who are ill are encouraged and expected to participate by
remote attendance.
C. A Board member who desires to participate by remote attendance shall notify the
Chairperson and Town Clerk as early as possible so that the Town can provide the
technical means necessary to fulfill such request.
D. A Board member who is participating through remote attendance (1) shall be entitled to
participate in all Board matters in the same capacity as a Board member in physical
attendance, including participation quasi-judicial matters and executive sessions; (2) shall
be counted for purposes of establishing a quorum; (3) shall have the opportunity to
express comments during the meeting and participate in the same capacity as those
members physically present, subject to all general meeting guidelines and adopted
procedures; (4) shall be heard, considered, and counted as to any vote taken; (5) shall be
called during any vote taken and shall have such Board member’s vote counted and
recorded by the Town Clerk and placed in the minutes for the corresponding meeting;
and, (6) may leave a meeting and return as in the case of any member upon
announcement of such leaving and returning.
E. The Chairperson or other designated person who is presiding over the meeting shall have
the discretion to mute any Board member who is participating through remote attendance
when distracting and extraneous noise is occurring through the remote attendance. The
officer who is presiding over the meeting may delegate to the ability to mute Board
members to the meeting host with controls for the meeting platform. The officer who is
presiding over the meeting shall use best efforts to recognize and provide opportunity for
Board members who are participating via remote attendance contribute to the discussion
and express comments.
F. In the event that there is significant disruption in the connection or communication with a
Board member, or members, who are participating via remote attendance which frustrates
and disrupts the efficiency and effectiveness of the Board meeting, the officer presiding
over the meeting or a majority of Board members who are attending a meeting in-person
ATTACHMENT B: Simplified Rules of Order for DDA
may choose to terminate the remote attendance of such Board member or may choose to
continue or table the Board meeting or agenda matter to a later time.
G. Board members who are participating via remote attendance are expected to be situated
in a stationary location with adequate internet service with video camera on and
presenting in a professional manner similar to in-person Board meeting attendance.
V. Motions: All official DDA actions are initiated by motion. These following rules and
procedures apply to motions. There are two basic motions: action motions and procedural motions.
Only one action motion may be on the floor at a time. A procedural motion may be proposed,
discussed and acted upon when an action motion is on the floor or at any other time.
A. Basic Motion: The basic motion to take action is stated as, “I move to . . . .” Every motion
requires a second. Once a motion is made no further discussion can continue until a second
is made to support the motion.
B. Discussion: All Board members have the right to discuss the motion on the floor. Discussion
cannot be concluded unless (1) all Board members present consent or (2) a majority of Board
members present approve a procedural motion to “Call the Question” and end debate.
C. Withdraw a Motion: The maker of a motion may choose to withdraw the motion at any
time prior to the vote on the motion and may interrupt a speaker to withdraw the motion and
consent of the Board member who seconded the motion is not required. The motion is
immediately withdrawn; however, the Chairperson may then ask the Board member who
seconded the withdrawn motion and any other Board member if such Board member wishes
to make the motion.
D. Amendment to Motion: Any Board member may request an amendment to a pending
motion. The maker of the pending motion and Board member who seconded the motion
must consent to the proposed amendment. Any Board member may also propose a substitute
motion to a pending motion which also requires consent of the maker of the pending motion
and the Board member who seconded the pending motion.
E. Procedural Motion: A procedural motion may be made at any time and may impose or
modify any procedural rule provided that such procedure is not in conflict with the Avon
Home Rule Charter, any ordinance adopted by the Town, or any applicable state law.
Procedural motions require a majority vote of the quorum present.
F. Motion to Call the Question or End the Discussion: A motion to “call the question” (also
known as a motion to end the discussion) is a procedural motion to end debate and discussion.
A motion to call the question cannot be made until each Board member has had at least one
reasonable opportunity to ask questions and express his or her opinion on the matter. Once
a motion to call the question is made and seconded, it shall be the Chairperson’s discretion
to allow any further discussion on such procedural motion for the purpose of clarifying any
technical, procedural or legal issue related to the procedural motion. A motion to call the
question requires a majority vote of the quorum present. Once a motion to call the question
is approved, the pending action motion on the floor must be voted upon promptly or, if no
action motion is pending, the Chairperson shall proceed to the next agenda item.
G. Motion to Continue: A motion to continue an agenda item must include a specific future
Board meeting date, time and place for the continued matter to be considered again without
re-noticing a required public hearing.
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H. Motion to Table: A motion to table places the agenda item on hold and does not require a
specific time for the return of the agenda item.
I. Motion to Suspend Rules: A motion to suspend rules may allow suspension of any rule in
this Simplified Rules of Order. Such motion may be made and requires a supermajority vote
of a majority of the quorum present plus one for approval. A motion to suspend rules may
not supersede the procedural requirements of the Avon Home Rule Charter, any ordinance
adopted by the Town, or any applicable state law.
J. A Motion to Reconsider: A Motion to Reconsider allows the Board to reconsider a vote on
a matter. A Motion to Reconsider may only be made and considered if made and acted upon
less than twenty-eight (28) days after the date of the Board action to be reconsidered and may
be made only by a member of Board who voted in the majority on the motion which is
proposed for reconsideration.
VI. Meeting Conduct
A. Point of Privilege: A Board member may interrupt the speaker to raise a matter related to
the comfort of the meeting, such as room temperature, distractions, or ability to hear speaker.
B. Point of Order: A Board member may raise a Point of Order at any time that the
Chairperson permits meeting conduct which does not follow these Simplified Rules of Order
or otherwise fails to maintain civility and decorum by the Board and the general public.
C. Appeal: A Board member may move to appeal the ruling of the Chairperson on any
procedural matter or other decision related to the conduct of the meeting. If the motion is
seconded and, after debate, such motion passes by a simple majority vote of the quorum
present, then the ruling or conduct of the Chairperson shall be overruled and reversed.
D. Call for Orders of the Day: A Board member may call for Orders of the Day when such
Board member believes that Board discussion has strayed from the agenda. No second or
vote is required. If the Chairperson does not return to the agenda, then such ruling may be
appealed.
E. Adjournment: The Chairperson may announce the meeting adjourned when there are no
further items on the agenda which have not been addressed. The Board may adjourn a
meeting at any time by motion, second and approval by a majority of the quorum present.
VII. Public Comments: Board agendas shall include a general item labeled “Public Comment”
near the beginning of all Board meetings. Members of the public who wish to provide comments
to Board greater than three minutes are encouraged to schedule time in advance on the agenda and
to provide written comments and other appropriate materials to the Board in advance of the Board
meeting. The Chairperson shall permit public comments during any agenda item and may limit
public comment to three minutes per individual, which limitation may be waived or increased by
a majority of the quorum present.
VIII. Public Hearing: The following general rules shall apply to the order and conduct of public
hearings. These rules may be modified or suspended by Motion to Suspend Rules.
A. The Chairperson shall open the public hearing by announcing the topic of the agenda item.
The Chairperson shall at all times during public hearings strive to maintain civility, decorum
and order.
ATTACHMENT B: Simplified Rules of Order for DDA
B. The Chairperson and/or appropriate Town Staff person shall introduce the topic, explain the
applicable procedures and laws, and provide any presentation by the Town.
C. The applicant, licensee or appellant shall have the opportunity to present information,
provide testimony, or respond to any comments or details in the Town’s presentation.
D. The Board shall have the opportunity to ask technical questions of the appropriate Town staff,
Town officials and the applicant, licensee or appellant but Board members shall not express
opinions on the matter prior to opening the public hearing for public comment.
E. The Chairperson shall officially open the public hearing for public comment and shall allow
for members of the public to provide comment to the Board. The Board may approve a time
limitation not less than 3 minutes for individual public comment and may approve sign-up
sheets or other public comment procedures to promote order and efficiency by a majority
vote of the quorum present provided that individuals shall be permitted to yield his or her
public comment time to another speaker. After all public comments are received, or if the
Board determines that the volume of public comments requires additional time and moves to
continue the public hearing, the Chairperson shall close the public comment portion of the
public hearing.
F. The Board may discuss the merits of the topic of the public hearing and take such action as
deemed appropriate after the public comment portion of the public hearing is concluded. If
the volume of public comments requires a continuation, if additional information is required
to consider the public hearing matter, or if the Board determines that additional time is
warranted to consider the matter of the public hearing, the Board may continue the public
hearing to a later date and may re-open the public comment portion of the public hearing at
any continued public hearing.
IX. Executive Sessions: Board may convene into executive session at any time by the
affirmative vote of 2/3rds of the quorum present and by announcing the specific statutory citation
and purpose of the executive session in accordance with the Colorado Open Meetings Law, CRS
§24-6-402(4). The Board is not permitted to take official, final action on any matter in executive
session.
ATTACHMENT B: Simplified Rules of Order for DDA
Town of Avon
Downtown
Development
Authority Plan
2023
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DEFINITIONS:
Avon Downtown Area means the area designated as the Avon Downtown Development Authority
boundary which is a portion of the Avon Central Business District.
Benchmark Area means the portion of the original plat of Avon which includes the mixed-use commercial
areas east of Lake Street, west of the Village (at Avon) and including the Nottingham Station and
commercial areas on the north side of the Avon Road – I-70 Interchange.
CARADA means the Consolidated and Restated Annexation and Development Agreement between the
Town of Avon and Traer Creek, LLC concerning the development of the Village (at Avon).
Community Housing means housing which meets the definition stated in Avon Municipal Code §3.14.020.
Comprehensive Plan means the Avon Comprehensive Plan; the West Town Center District Investment
Plan; the East Town Center District Plan; the Master Plan for Harry A. Nottingham Park; the 2016
Recreational Trails Master Plan; and the Town of Avon Comprehensive Transportation Plan, any other
document adopted as a supplement or sub-area plan of the Avon Comprehensive Plan, as all such
documents may be amended from time to time, provided that such amendments or supplemental
documents are adopted by ordinance.
Council means the Town Council of the Town of Avon.
DDA Plan means this Avon Downtown Development Authority Plan adopted in accordance with the DDA
Statutes.
DDA Statutes means the authority to organize Downtown Development Authorities set forth in C.R.S. §31-
25-801 et. seq.
Village (at Avon) means the portion of the Village (at Avon) development, which is situated on the valley
floor, including Planning Areas A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H and J.
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Statutory Authority. Colorado statutes set forth the authority to organize Downtown
Development Authorities in C.R.S. §31-25-801 et. seq. (“DDA Statutes”). This Downtown
Development Authority Plan document (“DDA Plan”) is intended to meet the requirements of the
Downtown Development Authority statutes to adopt a Plan document. This DDA Plan shall be
liberally construed to effect the purposes and objectives set forth in this DDA Plan. C.R.S. §32-
25-801(2) states:
The general assembly determines, finds, and declares that because of a number of
atypical factors and special conditions concerning downtown development unique to
each locality, the rule of strict construction shall have no application to this part 8, but it
shall be liberally construed to effect the purposes and objects for which it is intended.
1.2 Purpose. The legislative declaration is set forth in C.R.S. §31-25-801(a) states the purposes
as:
a. Will serve a public use;
b. Will promote the health, safety, prosperity, security, and general welfare of the inhabitants
and people of this state;
c. Will halt or prevent deterioration of property values or structures within central business
districts;
d. Will halt or prevent the growth of blighted areas within such districts; and
e. Will assist municipalities in the development and redevelopment of such districts and in the
overall planning to restore or provide the continuance of the health thereof; and
f. Will be of especial benefit to the property within he boundaries of the authority.
In particular and more specifically, the purpose of the Avon DDA includes development of Community
Housing in the Avon Downtown Area to provide additional workforce housing and to sustain and
enhance a critical mass of residents in the Avon Downtown Area necessary to support neighborhood
businesses and to support the public infrastructure and public facilities which sustain and enhance
the attractiveness of business investment in the Avon Downtown Area.
1.3 Formation Process. The formation process followed the DDA Statutes and included review for
comment and recommendation by the Avon Finance Committee and outreach to Eligible Voters,
interested members of the public, affected taxing entities, and other stakeholders.
1.4 Eligible Voters. Eligible Voters include residents in the DDA boundaries who are registered to
vote in Colorado, property owners and business lessees, as defined in the DDA Statutes.
1.5 Governing Body. The governing body of the DDA is comprised of qualified persons who are
appointed by Council and as may be further defined in the Avon Downtown Development
Authority Chapter of the Avon Municipal Code.
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1.6 Administration. Administration of the Avon Downtown Development Authority shall be provided
by the Town Manager, the Town of Avon staff, and such consultants as may be retained by the
Town of Avon.
1.7 Financing. Financing for the Avon Downtown Development Authority shall occur through Tax
Increment Financing and debt financing authorized by the DDA Statutes, contributions by the
Town of Avon as may occur in the Council’s sole discretion, and such partnership agreements
as may be approved by the DDA Board and the Council.
2.0 AVON DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BOUNDARY
2.1 Statutory Authorization. The DDA Statutes authorize the designation of a Downtown Area
within the Central Business District.
2.2 Boundary. The Boundary of the Avon DDA is depicted below and described more specifically
in Appendix A.
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2.3 Analysis. The Benchmark Area was originally approved in the late 1970’s and includes the East
Town Center and West Town Center commercial areas. The Village (at Avon) was approved in
1998. Interchanges on I-70 were constructed for Avon Road and Post Boulevard. A majority of
parcels in the Benchmark Area have been developed, although there are numerous properties
which are underdeveloped in relationship to zoning and desired high-density mixed-use
development envisioned in the Comprehensive Plan. The Village (at Avon) is partially
developed. The DDA Boundary area focuses on the area of Avon’s central business district that
zones and envisions mixed-use development with high-density residential, accommodations,
neighborhood commercial and regional retail and services.
3.0 EXISTING CONDITIONS
3.1 Description of Area. The DDA Plan area includes 294.1 acres of land centrally located on the
valley floor, as properly described in Appendix A . The boundary is bordered to the West by
Lake Street and Harry A. Nottingham Park. The South boundary generally follows the Union
Pacific Railway except for Nottingham Station, a grouping of underdeveloped commercial
properties ripe for redevelopment. The North boundary generally follows Interstate 70, except
for Neighborhood Commercial zoned properties at the Avon Road Interchange, and Planning
Area J at the Post Boulevard Interchange.
Properties within the DDA Plan area are generally undeveloped or underdeveloped based on
existing entitlements and Comprehensive Plan documents. Circulation systems are mostly in
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place. One notable exception is a future “North Road” to parallel East Beaver Creek Boulevard
through the undeveloped valley floor in the Village (at Avon). Realignment of Benchmark Road
from Roundabout 4 to connect with the Village (at Avon) road system is also a major effort
identified the Comprehensive Plan.
3.2 Village (at Avon).
a. Street Infrastructure. Major development within the Village (at Avon) between East Town
Center and Post Boulevard will require street extensions and a new “North Road” be
constructed. All dimensional road standards and triggers for construction are maintained in
the Village (at Avon) PUD.
b. Development Areas. The DDA Plan Boundary focuses on Planning Areas A, B, C, D, E,
and F in the valley floor, and Planning Area J on the north side of Interstate 70.
Planning Area A will add significant mixed-use development, effectively extending the Town
Center density further east. Planning Area A measures 43 acres and includes entitlements
for most residential and commercial land uses, including hospital use and hotel use with
increased building heights. Development is anticipated to be dense, with increased site
coverage and a more urban development pattern akin to the East and West Town Center
areas.
Planning Area B is Town owned, centrally located “Community Facility” parcel dependent
on adjacent planning and development activities. This 4 acre parcel is expected to
accommodate the needs of future residents and guest to the area, and is required to include
water storage and features. The boundaries of Planning Area B may be modified through
development and significant adjacent infill.
Planning Area C is another planned mixed-use area with 24 acres (before North Road
construction) of potential development between Interstate 70 and the planned linear park
system.
Planning Area D includes the balance of mixed-use valley floor development potential, with
14.4 acres. This area is zoned for 18 units per acre and also includes hotel and guest
accommodation possibilities, educational uses, and hospital uses.
Planning Area E is owned by the Town of Avon and is earmarked for educational uses.
Current plans include an early childcare facility with ancillary housing for educators. This
planning area is centrally located with adjacency to Post Boulevard.
Planning Area F includes the Piedmont apartments on the south half of the site. While
commercial uses are permitted, it is anticipated that with additional high density housing will
be developed here.
Planning Area J currently houses the Eagle County Paramedics facility. A 240 unit hotel
and gas station are under construction, with more planned development around Wagon Trail
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Road and the Interstate 70 Interchange. Uses will be more commercial in nature, however,
Community Housing opportunities have been identified in this area.
c. Parks and Trails. A linear park (“P1”) and path are planned to stretch from Post Boulevard
all the way to Planning Area B. Additionally, a pocket park is located between Home Depot
and Wal-Mart. Connectivity of private development to local and regional trail systems will be
an integral part of infill development.
d. Early Childhood Education. Plans for an Avon-based early childcare education facility are
planned for Planning Area E. This facility would be a first of its kind in Avon public-private
partnership, including Community Housing for educators on-site.
e. Parking Structure. Parking structure(s) development is anticipated, especially in Planning
Area A where density and site coverage will necessitate facilities.
f. Development Entitlements. The Village (at Avon) PUD and Development Plan contains
full vesting until October 20, 2039, with a total of 825,000 sq. ft. of Commercial Uses and
2,400 Dwelling Units. Portions of the Village (at Avon) may develop additional commercial
square footage and density. At least 500 of the dwelling units must meet employee housing
definitions, comparable to Community Housing definition herein.
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3.3 East Avon. This East Avon area is largely characterized as “suburban” development with mostly
1-2 story buildings surrounded by large surface parking. The lot layout is inconsistent, and street
network is inadequate for the planned redevelopment. This area is poised for redevelopment of
underutilized parcels. Primary redevelopment will include the realignment of Benchmark Road
from Roundabout 4 to the connection with the Village (at Avon), infill Community Housing, and
supporting commercial uses in a more walkable layout. A parking facility or multiple smaller
facilities will likely replace the expansive surface parking that currently exists.
3.4 West Avon. The West Avon district contains a mix of high-density mixed-use development.
Notable infill parcels include Lot B and Lot 3. A Parking Structure will likely be necessitated with
planned growth in the area, with proximity to park, gondola, and all commercial uses in the Town
Core. Sun Road can be viewed as one of the most underdeveloped set of four “Town Center”
zoned parcels. Finishing the Main Street Pedestrian Mall and connecting with Harry A.
Nottingham Park has been identified in the Comprehensive Plan as a top priority.
3.5 Nottingham Station. This area contains one story shops and a fast-food operator. Additional
development and/or redevelopment is expected given the location to essential services and
other guest services, including the Riverfront Gondola.
3.6 Northside Commercial. The Northside area includes two gas stations, a tire/lube shop, and
two vacant properties. Neighborhood Commercial (“NC”) Zoning accommodates an influx of
Community Housing potential, with other supporting commercial activities.
3.7 Blight Conditions. Avon has identified numerous conditions in the DDA Plan area that meet the
character and conditions meeting the definition of Blighted Area per C.R.S. §31-25-802:
“Blighted area” means an area within the central business district which, by reason of the
presence of a substantial number of deteriorated or deteriorating structures, predominance
of defective or inadequate street layout, faulty lot layout in relation to size, adequacy,
accessibility, or usefulness, unsanitary or unsafe conditions, deterioration of site or other
improvements, unusual topography, defective or unusual conditions of title rendering the title
nonmarketable, or the existence of conditions which endanger life or property by fire and
other causes, or any combination of such factors, substantially impairs or arrests the sound
growth of the central business district, retards the provision of housing accommodations, or
constitutes an economic or social liability and is a menace to the public health, safety,
morals, or welfare in its present condition and use.
Attachment C to this DDA Plan documents several occurrences of deteriorated structures,
inadequate street layout, unsafe intersections, inadequate vehicular and pedestrian access, and
faulty lot layouts.
4.0 RELATIONSHIP TO COMPREHENSIVE PLAN. This DDA Plan is intended to promote and support
specific projects and related private projects and investment which are compatible with the
Comprehensive Plan, and each of the sub-plans of the Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive
Plan and each of its sub-plans shall be considered, especially the Avon Community Housing Plan.
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5.0 PLAN OBJECTIVES
5.1 Introduction. The DDA Plan is intended to sustain and enhance the long-term commercial
health of Downtown Avon by increasing Community Housing and funding public infrastructure
and facilities which promote business investment. Mixed-Use developments and integration of
Community Housing into the Commercial Core will promote a walkable, pedestrian friendly and
transit oriented built environment that will create desirable neighborhoods while implementing
climate action strategies. A critical mass of full-time residents will support and sustain
neighborhood businesses, which in turn will increase the uniqueness and attractiveness of Avon
as a destination for visitors. The combination of commercial and residential uses will further
promote development and redevelopment of the entire Downtown as an urban “neighborhood”
with retail, business, lodging, residential, civic, cultural and public elements while physically
connecting existing uses and improving circulation among multiple forms of transportation.
5.2 Community Housing. Current zoning in Benchmark portion of Downtown Avon allows for
redevelopment with an estimated 750-1500 residential units, depending upon the mix of
commercial units. Current entitlements in the Village (at Avon) portion of Downtown Avon allows
for development with an estimated 800 to 1,400 additional residential units, depending upon the
mix of accommodations development. The Avon Community Housing Plan states a goal to
maintain full-time residential use in at least 50% of Avon’s residential development. The number
of Community Housing residential units in Downtown Avon required to meet this goal in the Avon
Community Housing Plan at full build-out may range from 775 to 1,450 total units. Another
objective is to provide adequate workforce housing to meet the needs of employers in Avon.
The Eagle County Climate Action Collaborative Plan states a goal to construct workforce housing
within five miles of job locations. The Town of Avon’s Downtown Area is uniquely within 5 miles
of the accommodation and commercial cores of Avon, Beaver Creek/Bachelor Gulch, and
Edwards and within nine miles of the Town of Vail’s commercial and accommodation areas.
Avon’s Downtown Area is served by the Town of Avon’s fare free bus transit and is centrally
located within the Eagle Valley Transportation Authority fare free zone for expanded bus transit.
5.3 Public Infrastructure and Facilities. The development of a high-density, mixed-use urban
Downtown Area will require significant investment in public infrastructure and facilities. Public
infrastructure investment will be particularly important for parking structures and street
realignment associated with redevelopment of East Avon and the Sun Road Sub-Area District.
Investment in public facilities which serve an expanding residential population as well as
supports Avon’s visitor economy may include expansion of the Avon Recreation Center,
development of the Planning Area B (Park and Lake area) in the Village (at Avon), and
development of recreational trail connections. Support for early childhood educational facilities
will also enhance the attractiveness of the Downtown Area as a desirable place for workforce
living.
6.0 POTENTIAL PROJECTS. The potential projects listed in this section is not intended to be an
exhaustive, exclusive or definitive list; rather, all viable projects which advance the purpose and
objectives of the DDA Plan should be considered for support by the DDA Board. This list provides
a short overview of current ideas on projects that may benefit from financial support from a DDA.
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6.1 Community Housing. There is a severe shortage of workforce housing. Community Housing
projects are a priority focus of the DDA Plan. 50% of the funding of the DDA revenues over the
life of the DDA shall be allocated to support the development of new Community Housing,
acquisition of deed restrictions on existing residential stock, or other programs and strategies to
increase workforce housing in the Downtown Area.
6.2 Parking Structures. Public parking structures are desired to serve a growing population and
increased visitor base. Possible locations for parking structures include the Avon Recreation
Center parking lot, Lot B [insert subdivision name], the Sun Road Sub-District Area, East Avon in
coordination with redevelopment, and the Village (at Avon) in Planning Area A in coordination
with a large scale hotel development.
6.3 Streets and Utilities. Street and utilities projects may include any street and utility extension, or
upgrade required for a Community Housing project; realignment of the street route between
Round-About 4 and the entrance to the Village (at Avon) adjacent to Chapel Square (comprised
of East Benchmark Road, a portion of Beaver Creek Place, and Chapel Place); and, realignment
or redevelopment of Sun Road.
6.4 Parks and Trails. The Village (at Avon) includes the dedication of Planning Area B, which is a
four acre park property that is the probable location for a small lake as described in the CARADA.
Planning Area B is intended to be coordinated and integrated with the development of Planning
Area A and the final location is likely to change based on development configuration and block
platting for Planning Area A in the Village (at Avon). An interior recreation trail is planned to
connect Post Blvd to Planning Area B.
6.5 Public Facilities. Public facilities may include expansion of the Avon Recreation Center and
construction of an early childhood education center.
7.0 PROJECT FINANCING
7.1 Public Investment Objective. It is the intent of Council and the DDA Board that the public
sector play a significant role in revitalization efforts as a strategic partner. However, experience
has proven that a critical component to the success of any revitalization strategy is participation
by both the public and private sector. Leveraging of resources will be key as no one entity, either
public or private, has sufficient resources alone to sustain a long-term improvement effort.
7.2 Authorization. The DDA Board may approve financing this DDA Plan by any method authorized
under the DDA Statutes or any other applicable law, including without limitations, the following:
issuance of notes and bonds in an amount sufficient to financing all or part of this DDA Plan;
borrowing of funds and creation of indebtedness; advancement and reimbursement agreements;
federal or state loans or grants; interest income; annual appropriation agreements; agreements
with public or private entities; and loans, advances and grants for any other available sources.
The principal, interest, costs and fees on any indebtedness are to be paid for with any lawfully
available funds of the Authority.
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7.3 Project Revenues
a. Tax Increment Financing. The primary method of financing this DDA Plan is expected to be
the use of property tax increments as authorized by the DDA Statutes. The property tax
increments will be collected, divided, distributed, utilized and in all other ways administered
as set forth in the DDA Statutes.
b. Funding Agreements. The Town and DDA Board may enter into agreements with other
public bodies and private parties to provide financial assistance in support of development
projects consistent with this Plan as may be more fully set forth in the provisions of such
agreements. Existing agreements between the Town and private parties that are consistent
with this DDA Plan are intended to remain in full force and effect.
c. Confluence Metropolitan District, Avon Station Metropolitan District, Village Metropolitan
Districts. The Town has entered into an intergovernmental agreement dated ______________,
2023 with Avon Station Metropolitan District, Confluence Metropolitan Districts, and Village
Metropolitan Districts (“District IGAs”). Pursuant to the District IGAs, the DDA Board shall
remit to the Districts any tax increment receipts resulting from real property taxes and
specific ownership taxes from property within the boundaries of the Districts as of the date
of the District IGA, other than Lot B of the Avon Station Metropolitan District (as described
in the District IGAs), that would otherwise be payable to the Districts, except for any
incremental real property taxes or specific ownership taxes generated by an increase in the
total number of permitted dwelling unites or commercial square footage in the zoning
entitlements existing as of the date of the District IGAs. The Town shall continue to remit
such receipts, if any, to the Confluence Metropolitan District and Avon Station Metropolitan
Districts until December 31, 2047. [NOTE: This section needs more legal review]
7.4 Financing Mechanisms and Structures. The Plan is designed to provide for the use of tax
increment financing as one tool to facilitate investment and reinvestment within the Area. The
Authority is committed to making a variety of strategies and mechanisms available which are
financial, physical, market and organizational in nature. It is the intent of the Town Council and
the Authority to use the tools either independently or in various combinations. Given the
obstacles associated with infill development, the Authority recognizes that it is imperative that
solutions and resources be put in place that re comprehensive, flexible and creative. Such
resources may include, without limitation, special districts and improvement districts approved
by the Town Council.
8.0 PROJECT APPROVAL PROCESS. Projects which are proposed to be financed in whole or in part
with DDA tax increment financing sources shall be reviewed by the DDA Board to determine if such
project advances the purposes and objectives in this DDA Plan. The DDA Board shall conduct such
work sessions as are appropriate. Projects be subject to: review and recommendation by the Avon
Planning and Zoning Commission as set forth in the Avon Development Code; review, comment and
recommendation by the Avon Financing Committee; and review and concurring approval by Council.
The DDA Board, Avon Planning and Zoning Commission, Avon Finance Committee and Council
shall each conduct a public hearing prior to taking final action or providing a recommendation.
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9.0 PLAN AMENDMENTS
9.1 Process. The process for amendments to the DDA Plan allows parties responsible for
implementing this DDA Plan to periodically evaluate its effectiveness and make adjustments to
ensure efficiency in implementing the recommended Plan Objectives and DDA Projects. The
DDA Plan may be amended at any time. If amended after the lease or sale by the DDA of real
property in the DDA Boundary Area, such modification shall be subject to such rights at law or
in equity as a lessee or purchaser or his successor in interest may be entitled to assert. The
DDA Board or the Avon Town Council may initiate amendments to the DDA Plan. Proposed
amendments shall be referred to the Avon Planning and Zoning Commission and the Avon
Finance Committee for review, comment, and recommendation. The DDA Board shall consider
the comments and recommendations of the Avon Planning and Zoning Commission before
taking action on the DDA Plan document. The DDA Board, Avon Planning and Zoning
Commission, Avon Finance Committee, and Avon Town Council shall each conduct at least one
public hearing before taking action on a proposed amendment to the DDA Plan.
9.2 Content. Amendments to the DDA Plan may include boundary adjustments, changes to the
DDA Plan text, updates to information and inclusion of new or updated studies, updates to
financing sources and uses, other amendments authorized in the Avon Municipal Code, and
other amendments authorized by the DDA Act.
9.3 Review. Each entity which reviews amendments to the DDA Plan may consider change in
conditions within the Downtown Development Authority boundary; local, state or national
economic changes which may impact the DDA Plan; and whether the proposed amendments to
the DDA Plan may improve achieving the purpose of the DDA Plan and implementation of DDA
Plan Objectives.
9.4 Adoption. Amendment to the DDA Plan shall be adopted by a Resolution of the DDA Board and
the Avon Town Council.
10.0 MISCELLANEOUS
10.1 Cooperation Agreements. For the purposes of implementing this Plan, the Authority may enter
into one or more Cooperation Agreements with the Town or other public bodies pursuant to the
Act. Such Cooperation Agreements may include, without limitation, agreements regarding the
planning or implementation of this Urban Renewal Plan and its projects, as well as programs,
public works operations, or activities which the Authority, the Town or such other public body is
otherwise authorized by law to undertake, including without limitation, agreements respecting
the financing, installation, construction and reconstruction of public improvements, utility line
relocation, storm water detention, environmental remediation, landscaping and/or other eligible
improvements within the Urban Renewal Area.
10.2 Interpretation. The language in this Urban Renewal Plan shall be interpreted to conform to the
Act, and if there is any conflict between the Ac and this Urban Renewal Plan, the provisions of
the Act shall control.
Avon Downtown Development Authority Plan
May 31, 2023 - DRAFT
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10.3 Severability. If any portion of the Urban Renewal Plan is held to be invalid or unenforceable,
such invalidity will not affect the remaining portions of the Urban Renewal Plan.
APPENDIX A: Downtown Development Authority Boundary
APPENDIX B: Avon Employer Workforce Housing Survey (Results Pending)
APPENDIX C: Blight Study/Inventory (2023)
APPENDIX A
VAIL VALLEY OFFICE
30 Benchmark Road, Suite 216, PO Box 978 Avon, CO 81620
DENVER OFFICE
9618 Brook Hill Lane Lone Tree, CO 80124 970.949.5072 info@inter-mtn.net
TOWN OF AVON DDA LAND DESCRIPTION‐NORTH OF I‐70
A parcel of land located in part of Sections 7 and 8, Township 5 South, Range 81 West of
the Sixth Principal Meridian. Also being North of the Interstate 70 right‐of‐way beginning at
the Southernmost point of Tract I, Village at Avon Filing 3 and the West right‐of‐way line of
William J. Post Boulevard.
Thence Northwest along the West line of Tract I and Tract B, Village at Avon Filing 3 to the
Northwest corner of Tract B;
Thence Northeast along the North line of Tract B to the Northwest line of Tract F;
Thence Northeast to the North corner of Tract F and the Swift Gulch right‐of‐way;
Thence Southeast along the South right‐of‐way of Switch Gulch to the southeast corner of
Tract I on the west right‐of‐way line of Post Boulevard;
Thence Northeast across Swift Gulch Road to the Northwest corner of Avon Landing;
Thence Northeast to the Northernmost corner of Block 2, Avon Landing;
Thence southeast to the Northeast corner of Block 3, Avon Landing;
Thence continuing on the North line of Block 3 to the Northeast corner of Block 3;
Thence South along the East line of Avon Landing to the Southeast corner of Block 4, Avon
Landing and a point on the north right‐of‐way line of Interstate 70;
Thence continuing Northwest along the South line of Block 4, Avon Landing and the right‐
of‐way line to the Southwest corner of Block 4 also being the Southeast corner of Lot 2,
Stolport Station Subdivision;
Thence continuing Northwest along the South line of Stolport Station Subdivision to a point
on the South right‐of‐way line of Post Boulevard;
Thence Northwest across Post Boulevard right‐of‐way to the point of beginning.
TOWN OF AVON DDA LAND DESCRIPTION‐SOUTH OF I‐70
A parcel of land being part of Section 7, Township 5 South, Range 81 West and Sections 1,
2, 11, and 12, Township 5 South, Range 82 West of the Sixth Principal Meridian. Also being
South of the Interstate 70 right‐of‐way beginning at the Westernmost corner of Tract G,
Village at Avon Filing 1 on the Southeast right‐of‐way line of Tract A, Post Boulevard, also
TOWN OF AVON DDA LAND DESCRIPTION‐SOUTH OF I‐70 (CONTINUED)
being the most easterly corner of Tract A; Thence Southwest along the Southeast line of
Tract A to the Northernmost corner of Lot 5, Village at Avon Filing 1;
Thence Southwest along the North line of Lot 5 to the North line of the Denver and Rio
Grande Western Railroad right‐of‐way;
Thence West along the North line of the railroad right‐of‐way to the Easternmost point of
Tract D, Village at Avon Filing 1;
Thence Northwest along the North line of Tract D and the South right‐of‐way line of Yoder
Avenue to the intersection with the East right‐of‐way line of Post Boulevard;
Thence Southeast along the East right‐of‐way line of Post Boulevard to the North right‐of‐
way line of the Union Pacific Railroad;
Thence Northwest along the North right‐of‐way line of the Railroad to the Southwest
corner of Lot 1, Village at Avon Filing 1, also being the southeast corner of Chapel Square
Subdivision; thence continuing northwest along the northerly Railroad right of way line to a
point on the southerly boundary line of Tract B‐1 of A Resubdivision of Tract B, Chapel
Square Subdivision at its intersection with the extension of the East boundary line of Lot 2
of Lot 1/2, Nottingham Station Subdivision;
Thence continuing Southwesterly along the East boundary line of Lot 2 and its extension to
the Southerly right‐of‐way line of Hurd Lane;
Thence Northwest along the South right‐of‐way line of Hurd Lane and its extension to a
point on the West right‐of‐way line of Avon Road;
Thence Northwest along the West right‐of‐way line of Avon Road to the Southeast corner
of Avon Town Square Commercial Condominiums on the North right‐of‐way line of the
railroad right‐of‐way;
Thence Northwest along the North right‐of‐way line of the railroad to the East right‐of‐way
line of Lake Street;
Thence Northeast along the East right‐of‐way line of Lake Street to the intersection with
West Beaver Creek Boulevard right‐of‐way;
Thence across Beaver Creek Boulevard to the Southernmost corner of Greenbriar
Condominiums;
Thence Northeast along the East line of Greenbriar Condominiums to the South line of the
Interstate 70 right‐of‐way line.
Thence Southeast along the South line of the Interstate 70 right‐of‐way to the Northeast
corner of Lot 1, Village at Avon Filing 1;
Thence Southeast along the East line of Lot 1 to the North line of Post Boulevard, Tract A,
Village at Avon Filing 1;
Thence Southeast along the North line of Tract A, the North right‐of‐way line of Post
Boulevard to the point of beginning.
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TOWN OF AVON DDA LAND DESCRIPTION, ADJACENT TO NOTTINGHAM ROAD
A parcel of land being a part of Section 1 and 12, Township 5 South, Range 82 West of the
Sixth Principal Meridian, County of Eagle, State of Colorado. Beginning at the East corner
of Lot 1, Block 1 of Benchmark at Beaver Creek; thence Northwest along the Southwest
boundary of Block 1 to the West corner of Lot 4;
Thence Northeast along the Northwest boundary of Lot 4 to the North corner of Lot 4, also
being a point on the South boundary line of Nottingham Road;
Thence Southeast along the South boundary line of Nottingham Road to its intersection
with the extension of the Northwest boundary line of Lot 67, of the resubdivision of Lots
67 and 68, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek;
Thence Northeast across Nottingham Road along the Northwest boundary of Lot 67 and its
extension to the North corner of Lot 67, also being the South boundary of Swift Gulch
Road;
Thence Southeasterly along the South boundary line of Swift Gulch Road to the East corner
of Lot 68 of the resubdivion of Lots 67 and 68, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek;
Thence Southwest along the Southeast boundary of Lot 68 to the South corner of Lot 68
also a point on the North right‐of‐way boundary line of Interstate Highway 70;
Thence continuing along the North right‐of‐way boundary line of Interstate Highway 70 to
the point of beginning.
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APPENDIX B
Q1. Avon Employer Workforce Housing Questionnaire
The Avon Town Council recognizes that the severe shortage of workforce
housing is impacting all employers in our community. The Avon Town Council is
proposing the formation of a Downtown Development Authority which would
create a new source of funds for Community Housing and Public Improvements
in the Avon Commercial Core area. No new or increased taxes are proposed.
Town of Avon is conducting a survey of employers in Avon to gather data on
the shortage of workforce housing and impacts to staffing in order to determine
the best housing projects to meet the needs of Avon’s employers. The results of
this survey will be included as an appendix to an Avon Downtown Development
Authority Plan document. Individual business information provided in this survey
will remain confidential as proprietary and financial information under the
Colorado Open Records Act.
The deadline to complete this survey is June 9th, 2023
Q2. Please list the name of your business.
Q3. From the options below, please select the business type that best fits your
business. Please select all that apply.
Lodging
Restaurant
Retail
Office/Services/Consulting
Government/Non-Profit
Construction/Landscaping
Architecture/Engineering
Financing/Accounting/Law Firm
Spa/Salon/Hair Care
Healthcare/Dental
Other (please specify)
Q4. On average, how many FULL-TIME employees do you retain?
Summer Winter Year Round
Q5. On average, how many PART-TIME employees do you retain?
Summer Winter
Q6. Thinking about this past 2022 SUMMER season, how many vacant positions
were you NOT able to fill due to the lack of workforce housing in Avon? Please
enter a numerical value.
Vacant Positions:
Q7. Thinking about this past 2022/2023 WINTER season, how many vacant
positions were you NOT able to fill due to the lack of workforce housing in Avon?
Please enter a numerical value.
Vacant Positions:
Q8. At what salary level positions have you had the most trouble filling due to
the lack of workforce housing? Please select all that apply.
$30K - $39K $40K - $49K $50K - $59K $60K - $69K
$70K - $79K $80K - $89K $90K - $99K $100K - $119K
$120K - $129K $130K - $139K $140K and over
Q9. Please rate how well you Agree or Disagree with the following statements
regarding your business operations over the past year.
Q10. If opportunities to purchase workforce housing for your employees were
available, would you want to learn more about investing in workforce housing?
Yes No
Q11. In your own words, please describe how the shortage of workforce housing
has impacted your business.
Q12. In your own words, please describe how the shortage of workforce housing
has impacted your business, and whether you think there is a need for more
affordable rental or for-sale inventory.
APPENDIX C
Downtown Development Authority
Blight Study / Inventory
2023
This document presents the general conditions for the Avon Downtown Development Authority (“DDA”)
Blight Study (“Study”). Community Development observed these conditions in the DDA boundary area in
April, 2023.
This Study aims to establish the existing conditions of the DDA area currently exhibiting degrading physical,
environmental, and social factors. For purposes of this Study, the definition of blight is as follows:
“Blighted area” means an area within the central business district which, by reason of the presence
of a substantial number of deteriorated or deteriorating structures, predominance of defective or
inadequate street layout, faulty lot layout in relation to size, adequacy, accessibility, or usefulness,
unsanitary or unsafe conditions, deterioration of site or other improvements, unusual topography,
defective or unusual conditions of title rendering the title nonmarketable, or the existence of
conditions which endanger life or property by fire and other causes, or any combination of
such factors, substantially impairs or arrests the sound growth of the central business district,
retards the provision of housing accommodations, or constitutes an economic or social liability
and is a menace to the public health, safety, morals, or welfare in its present condition and use.
Blight determination is based upon an area “taken as a whole,” not on a building-by-building basis.
Redominance of defective or inadequate street layout
Deteriorated or deteriorating structures
Obvious indications of disrepair and deterioration to the exterior of a structure include: Primary Elements (exterior walls,
visible foundation, roof) Secondary Elements (fascia / soffits, gutters / downspouts, windows / doors, fagade finishes,
loading docks, etc.) Ancillary Structures ( detached garages, storage buildings, etc.)
The presence of this factor is determined through a combination of both field observation as well as an analysis of the
existing transportation network and vehicular and pedestrian circulation patterns. These conditions include:
• Inadequate Street Cross - Sections, or Geometries,
• Poor or Unsafe Conditions for the Flow of Vehicular Traffic
• Poor Provisions or Unsafe Conditions for Pedestrian Flow
• Insufficient Roadway Capacity Leading to Congestion of
Traffic
• Inadequate Emergency Vehicle Access
• Poor Vehicular / Pedestrian Access to Buildings or Sites
• Poor Internal Vehicular / Pedestrian Circulation
• Excessive Curb Cuts / Driveways in Commercial Areas
These conditions can affect the adequacy or performance of the transportation system.
Faulty lot layout in relation to size, adequacy, accessibility, or usefulness.
This factor requires an analysis of the parcels as to their potential and usefulness as developable sites. Conditions indicative of
the presence of this factor include:
• Lots that are Long, Narrow, or Irregularly Shaped
• Lots that are Inadequate in Size
• Lots with Layouts or Configurations that are Obsolete or
Impractical
• Lots with Layouts or Configurations that Result in Stagnant,
Misused, or
• Unused Land
Unsanitary or unsafe conditions
This factor requires an analysis of the parcels
as to their potential and usefulness as
developable sites. Conditions indicative of the
presence of this factor include:
• Inadequate Storm Drainage Systems /
Evidence of Standing Water
• Open Trash Dumpsters
• Severely Cracked, Sloped, Uneven
Surfaces, or a Disconnection or a Lack of
Pathways for Pedestrians
These represent situations in which the
safety of individuals, especially pedestrians
and children, may be compromised due
to environmental and physical conditions
considered to be unsanitary or unsafe.
Deterioration of site or other improvements
Unusual topography
Conditions that apply reflect the deterioration of various improvements made on a site other than building structures. These
conditions may represent a lack of general maintenance at a site, the physical degradation of specific improvements, or an
improvement that was poorly planned or constructed. Overall, the presence of these conditions can reduce a site’ s usefulness
and desirability and negatively affect nearby properties.
• Neglected Properties or Evidence of General Site Maintenance
Problems
• Deteriorated Fences, Walls, or Gates
• Deterioration of On -Site Parking Surfaces, Curb & Gutter, or
Sidewalks
• Poor Parking Lot /Driveway Layout
The focus of this factor is on the presence of unusual topographical conditions that
could make development prohibitive, such as steep slopes or poor load- bearing
soils, as well as deficiencies in the public infrastructure system within the Survey
Area that could include:
• Steep Slopes /Rock Outcroppings / Poor Load - Bearing Soils
• Deteriorated Public Infrastructure (street /alley pavement, curb, gutter, sidewalks, street
lighting, storm drainage systems)
• Lack of Public Infrastructure (same as above)
• Presence of Overhead Utilities
• Inadequate Fire Protection Facilities / Hydrants
Existence of conditions which endanger life or property by fire and other causes
Defective or unusual conditions of title rendering the title nonmarketable
Certain properties can be difficult to market or redevelop if they have overly restrictive or prohibitive clauses in their deeds or titles, or if
they involve an unusually complex or highly divided ownership arrangement. Examples include:
• Properties with Disputed or Defective Title
• Multiplicity of Ownership Making Assemblages of Land Difficult or Impossible
This factor can result from the presence of the following conditions, which include both the deterioration of physical improvements that
can lead to dangerous situations as well as the inability for emergency personnel or equipment to provide services to a site:
• Old, Wooden Buildings Comprised of Highly Combustible Materials Adjacent to Mature Vegetation
• Buildings or Sites Inaccessible to Fire and Emergency Vehicles
• Blocked / Poorly Maintained Fire and Emergency Access Routes
• Insufficient Fire and Emergency Vehicle Turning Radii
• Buildings or Properties not in Compliance with Fire Codes, Building Codes, or Environmental Regulations
• Buildings with Deteriorated Elements that Create Unsafe Conditions
• Buildings with Inadequate or Improperly Installed Utility Components
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AUGUST 2023
Prepared for:
Town of Avon
Prepared by:
Intercept Insight, LLC
PO Box 2078
Avon, CO 81620
970.331.1086
www.interceptinsight.com
OBJECTIVES
The Town of Avon invested in a third party research company, Intercept Insight, LLC, to conduct onlne survey with businesses within the Town of
Avon (specified zone only). With this insight, the Town is able to understand the stability of businesses regarding staffing, how the lack of housing
impacts staffing, how the lack of staffing impacts businesses, and interest in workforce housing. The Town of Avon iden%fied several objec%ves for
this study.
Objecves:
v Define business type
v Understand current numbers of staff (winter, summer, full-%me, part-%me, year-aroud)
v Understand the number of vacant posi%ons at specific salary levels in 2022/2023
v Evaluate at what level has the lack of housing nega%vely impacted businesses
v Understand the level of interest in workforce housing
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
HIGHLIGHTS
v Distribu%on List - 150 emails
v 31 businesses started the survey
v 15 businesses completed the survey
v Most responsive business type: Lodging
v Most difficult salary level posi%ons to fill due to lack of housing: $60K and less
v 80% agree that "Staffing shortages due to the lack of workforce housing have nega%vely impacted my business's ability to generate revenues and profits."
Average Number of Employees
v Full-%me Summer - 11.4
v Full-%me Winter - 11.0
v Full-%me Year-round - 17.4
v Part-%me Summer - 9.9
v Part-%me Winter - 8.9
Average Number of Vacant Positions
v Summer 2022 - 1.1
v Winter 2022/2023 - 1.5
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
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DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Apres IV & Aesthetics
Beaver Creek West
Bella RC Services LLC
Blackbird Agency
Boot Mechanics
Cavern Creative
Chapel Square 217 LLC
Chapel Square Real Estate LLC
Cohabit pod hotel
dickinson ice
Doctors On Call PC
Eagle one Financial
East West Partners
Edward Jones
Ein Prosit
Hill's Discount Flies
ITrip Vacations Vail Beaver Creek
Laurie Bossart LLC
McMahan and Associates, LLC
Mountain Family Health Centers
Mr Appliance of Vail, Aspen and Glenwood
Novosad Lyle & Associates
Silverman
Towhee Properties, LLC
Transition Sports
Vail Valley Escape Room
Vail Valley Foundation
valleygirl boutique
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Lodging
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Retail
Office/Services/Consulting
Government/Non-Profit
Construction/Landscaping
Architecture/Engineering
Financing/Accounting/Law
Firm
Spa/Salon/Hair Care
Healthcare/Dental
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From the options below, please select the business type that best fits your business. Please select all that apply.
Entertainment
Graphic design
Home Appliance Services
Painting and cleaning services
Real Estate
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Thinking about this past 2022 SUMMER season, how many vacant
positions were you NOT able to fill due to the lack of workforce
housing in Avon? Please enter a numerical value.
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Thinking about this past 2022/2023 WINTER season, how many vacant
positions were you NOT able to fill due to the lack of workforce
housing in Avon? Please enter a numerical value.
$30K - $39K
$40K - $49K
$50K - $59K
$60K - $69K
$70K - $79K
$80K - $89K
$90K - $99K
$100K - $119K
$120K - $129K
$130K - $139K
$140K and over
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At what salary level positions have you had the most trouble filling due to the lack of workforce housing? Please select all that apply.
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1-Strongly Disagree
2-Somewhat Disagree
3-Neither Agree nor
Disagree
4-Somewhat Agree
5- Strongly Agree
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Staffing shortages due to the lack of workforce housing have forced me to reduce business hours.
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Staffing shortages due to the lack of workforce housing have delayed or prevented expansion of my business.
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Staffing shortages due to the lack of workforce housing have negatively impacted the level of service my business is otherwise able to provide.
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Staffing shortages due to the lack of workforce housing have negatively impacted my business’s ability to generate revenues and profits.
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Staffing shortages due to the lack of workforce housing have negatively impacted my business’s ability to generate revenues and profits.
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If opportunities to purchase workforce housing for your employees were available, would you want to learn more about investing in workforce
housing?
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I have had much difficulty in finding, recruiting and retaining employees and keeping up with the wages required to provide employees a livable wage. We are trying to provide a needed service in the community and are struggling to
keep our prices reasonable for the customer while being able to offer the employees enough pay and benefits to recruit and retain them.
I have hired remote workers and out of state workers to fill open positions which limits our ability to provide local or on-site service at very high levels. I’m hiring out of Dallas and other midwestern cities and states to get the talent I
need because it isn’t here and they can’t afford to live here.
Low candidate pool and low quality of candidates have increased due to lack of housing
Many people would like to work in Eagle County but have nowhere to live, the few rents that exist are extremely expensive, many times they have to share a room with more than one person, there are people who have wanted to work
in my company when I have needed it and have not I have been able to hire them due to lack of housing.
My business is uniquely not affected by workforce housing issues. We are workforce housing. We offer long term accommodation to employees
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Our business is a service provider and our employees are our greatest asset.
Required reduced patient visits per day
The VVF is a unique organization in terms of the areas in which we seek staffing. For example, we run two performing arts centers, one is seasonal. Many people in our talent pool work in specialized areas of the performing arts for, say,
the VPAC, and live in other areas of the country or the world. We face a unique difficulty in attracting members of this talent pool to our area and cost of living, including housing, is a major factor in the difficulty we face in attracting
talent. In our YouthPower365 operations, we face similar issues as the school district and the greater school system, because many of our coordinators are also teachers. Although it is more difficult to tie specific unfilled positions to ..
To put workforce housing in the center of staffing shortage is short sighted as there is a systemic issue at play. Sure, there is a shortage of housing, but there are also other larger issues impacting the ability to attract and retain staff.
We generally run local ads for job offerings so haven't recently had housing issues as most applicants are already in the area. Suspect we would have issues in recruiting.
We have been unable to open 7 nights since covid began because of lack of staff due directly to the lack of housing
With business up and finding employees down we have had to ask people to work more and longer hours causing our labor budget to be way over what was budgeted. Employees get burnt out.Ab.
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I’m considering relocating my business because my employees can’t afford to live here, nor can I. I haven’t found any affordable 2-bedroom units for rent or sale that could accommodate my mid-level employees.
Inventory that is for sale is preferrable as that allows people to build wealth. Creating pathways for our workforces to develop and sustain individual investments will make the most difference in our communities rather than
bringing in additional investors from external locations.
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Our operations have continued at a high level due to the professionalism of our existing staff who often take on additional tasks or shifts to cover for unfilled roles. Increased rental and for-sale inventory is one way to help
ensure that there are more places for workers to live, which should lead to fewer days/weeks when our staff is covering for an unfilled role.
Shortage has not impacted our business directly recently. I do think there is a need for local employee housing in order to recruit high quality professional staff.
Staff currently travels longer distances commuting incurring costs for vehicle and gas
Unable to maximize the full potential of our business. Competition is high against other employers. Yes there is a need for both rental and for sale affordable housing
wages are up 30% - 50% because rent in Avon is $1500 - $2000 a month
We are limited to hiring due to limited available housing.
We are trying to create our own housing source and tap into year around "locals" that have housing.
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