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TC Minutes 06-23-2026AVON REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY JUNE 23, 2026 Avon HYBRID MEETING; IN -PERSON AT AVON TOWN HALL AND VIRTUALLY THROUGH ZOOM COLORADO 1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was held in a hybrid format, in person at Avon Town Hall and virtually via Zoom, Mayor Tamra N. Underwood called the Regular Council Meeting of June 23, 2026, to order at 5:00 p.m. At roll call, Councilors present in person were Ruth Stanley, Lindsay Hardy, Gary Brooks, Mayor Pro Tern Richard Carroll, and Mayor Tamra N. Underwood. Councilors Chico Thuon and Kevin Hyatt were absent. Also present were Deputy Town Manager Patty McKenny, Chief Administrative Officer Ineke de Jong, Town Clerk Miguel Jauregui Casanueva, Deputy Town Clerk Brenda Torres, Recreation Services Superintendent Jerrica Miller, Chief Financial Officer Paul Redmind, Financial Analyst Chase Simmons, Public Works Director Mike Jackson, Community Development Director Matt Pielsticker, IT Administrator Andrew Bare, and Police Chief Greg Daly. Town Manager Eric Heil and Town Attorney Nina Williams were absent. 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Video Start Time: 00:00:50 Mayor Underwood opened consideration of the agenda and requested that Written Report Item 7.4 be added as Business Item 6.5.1 to facilitate Council discussion. Councilor Stanley moved to approve the agenda as amended, which was seconded by Councilor Hardy and passed unanimously, 5-0. 3. DISCLOSURE OF ANY CONFLICTS OF INTEREST RELATED TO AGENDA ITEMS Video Start Time: 00:01:55 Mayor Underwood asked whether there were any conflicts of interest related to agenda items, and none were disclosed. 4. PUBLIC COMMENT Video Start Time: 00:02:05 Mayor Underwood explained the public comment process, noting that comments could be provided in person, via Zoom, by telephone, or by email. Public comment was limited to items not listed on the agenda, with a three -minute time limit per speaker and an additional minute at Council's discretion. Rebecca Larson, an Avon resident and President of the Board of Trustees of the Eagle Valley Public Library District, addressed Council in person. She stated that the Town and the Library are collaborating on a potential expansion into the old Fire House building. She also noted that a virtual information session on conceptual designs for a potential library branch remodel and relocation to the old Fire House was scheduled for June 25 at 9:30 a.m., with additional information available at evld.org, Tim McMahon, an Avon resident, addressed Council in person. He stated that in nearby areas, including the Town of Vail roundabouts and Vail Resorts properties, landscaping appeared brown due to water conservation efforts. He questioned why areas in Avon remained green and whether irrigating the upper field was an appropriate use of water during current drought conditions, expressing his view that it was not. Rebecca Anderson, an Eagle County resident, addressed Council in person regarding her candidacy for Eagle County Sheriff. She discussed her goals, including improving the culture of the Eagle County Sheriff's Office to better serve the community, and encouraged the public to learn more by visiting her website at andersonforeaglecountysheriff.com. AVON REGULAR MEETING MINUTES , TUESDAY .TUNE 23, 2026 Av O n HYBRID MEETING; IN -PERSON AT AVON TOWN HALL AND VIRTUALLY THROUGH ZOOM COLORADO No additional public comment was received at that time, either in person or virtually. 5. CONSENT AGENDA Video Start Time: 00:07:00 Mayor Underwood introduced the Consent Agenda, which included: 5.1. ACTION: Approval of June 09, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes (Town Clerk Miguel Jauregui Casanueva) 5.2. ACTION: Appointments to the Avon Downtown Development Authority Board (Chief Administrative Office Ineke de Jong) Councilor Stanley moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Councilor Brooks seconded the motion, which passed unanimously, 5-0. 6. BUSINESS ITEMS 6.1. PRESENTATION: Eagle Valley Community Foundation Updates (EVCF Director of Development & Marketing Grace Anshutz and Development Officer Hillary Scanlan) Video Start Time: 00:07:25 EVCF Director of Development & Marketing Grace Anshutz delivered a presentation providing an overview of organizational programs and regional impact, with emphasis on Avon. The presentation outlined core initiatives, including The Community Market, MIRA (Mobile Intercultural Resource Alliance), and Elevar, which address food insecurity, access to health and social services, and economic mobility. She highlighted measurable outcomes, including expanded food access, increased enrollment in support programs, and improved quality of life indicators. The presentation also noted that Avon residents represent a meaningful share of service users and emphasized the organization's role in leveraging public and private resources to strengthen community stability. Council asked questions regarding program operations and outreach, and no public comment was received. 6.2. PRESENTATION: Energy Smart Colorado Updates and 2025 accomplishments (Walking Mountains Sustainability Programs Director Nikki Maline) Video Start Time: 00:31:55 Walking Mountains Sustainability Programs Director Nikki Maline delivered a presentation on Energy Smart Colorado updates and 2025 accomplishments. The presentation summarized sustainability and energy efficiency programs supporting residents and businesses, including energy assessments, rebates, and contractor support, as well as initiatives such as ReEnergize Eagle County for income -qualified households. It highlighted progress toward countywide climate goals, including increased renewable energy adoption and measurable emissions reductions. The presentation also identified ongoing outreach and participation efforts in Avon and noted anticipated changes to funding and incentives. No public comment was received. 6.3. ACTION: Swearing In & Badge Pinning of Detective Corey Baldwin and Sergeant Alan Hernandez (Chief of Police Greg Daly) Video Start Time: 00:53:40 Chief Daly presented the swearing -in and badge pinning of Sergeant Alan Hernandez and Detective Corey Baldwin, recognizing their promotions and service to the Avon Police Department. The report AVON REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY JUNE 23, 2026 . v o n HYBRID MEETING; IN -PERSON AT AVON TOWN HALL AND VIRTUALLY THROUGH ZOOM COLORADO highlighted Sergeant Hernandez's progression from police explorer to detective and his academic and leadership achievements, as well as Detective Baldwin's extensive investigative experience and leadership within specialized operations. The ceremony, presided over by Mayor Underwood with the oath administered by the Deputy Town Clerk Brenda Torres, included participation from family members and recognized the officers' service and dedication. No public comment was received. 6.4. PRESENTATION: Police Presentations & Awards (Chief of Police Greg Daly) • Presentation of Avon Police Department 2025-2026 Awards • Annual report presentation/PowerPoint and a presentation by the Avon Police Criminal Investigation Bureau on Leveraging Technology to Bring Justice to our Crime Victims. Video Start Time: 01:03:55 Chief Daly presented the Avon Police Department's 2025-2026 awards, recognizing personnel, Town staff, and community members for exceptional service and contributions beyond normal duties. Awards included Citizen Commendations, Letters of Commendation, Leadership Excellence Awards, Department Teamwork Citations, the Medal of Merit, and the Lifesaving Medal, highlighting accomplishments in enforcement, leadership, coordinated incident response, and lifesaving actions. Chief Daly presented the Avon Police Department's 2025 Annual Report, summarizing operations, staffing, and performance, and noting that the department returned to full staffing levels by year-end. The report highlighted 22,010 calls for service, enforcement trends, and 442 reported crimes, as well as demographic data, mental health -related responses, and community partnerships. The presentation also included an overview of the Criminal Investigation Bureau's collaboration with Avon Police investigations, emphasizing its role in complex cases and its use of tools such as digital forensics, license plate recognition, and surveillance to support multi -jurisdictional investigations and victim services. No public comment was received. 6.5. ACTION: Approval of Axon Contract Renewal (Chief of Police Greg Daly) Video Start Time: 01:58:30 Chief Daly presented the proposed Axon contract renewal, outlining upgrades to equipment and systems focused on officer safety, evidence management, and operational efficiency. He compared current and proposed capabilities, including expanded features such as automated reporting, live streaming, and integrated technologies, and reviewed pricing scenarios and long-term cost considerations associated with multi -year agreements. Mayor Underwood opened the floor to public comment; no public comment was received. Council discussion included questions regarding Axon's live translation functionality in relation to cellular coverage and budget considerations for the contract. Following discussion, Councilor Stanley moved to approve the Axon contract for a five-year term, subject to annual budget appropriation. Councilor Brooks seconded the motion, which passed unanimously, 5-0. AVON REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY JUNE 23, 2026 . v o n HYBRID MEETING; IN -PERSON AT AVON TOWN HALL AND VIRTUALLY THROUGH ZOOM COLORADO 6.5.1. FORMERLY, WRITTEN REPORT 7.4: Updated Facial Recognition Accountability Report (Chief of Police Greg Daly) Video Start Time: 02:14:35 Chief Daly presented an updated facial recognition accountability report outlining the Avon Police Department's use of facial recognition technology in compliance with Colorado law. He emphasized transparency, civil liberties protections, and statutory limitations, including required human review, restrictions on real-time surveillance without legal authorization, and the use of results as investigative leads only. The report also summarized training requirements, internal controls, and examples of use through partner agencies. No public comment was received. Mayor Underwood inquired about the use of still images in facial recognition systems, including how such images are obtained and the mechanisms in place to prevent misuse by federal immigration authorities. 6.6. PRESENTATION: Overview of DestiMetrics Reports & Graphs (Financial Analyst Chase Simmons) Video Start Time: 02:30:25 Financial Analyst Chase Simmons presented program and its use in supporting tourism and an overview of the DestiMetrics lodging data economic planning. He explained key metrics, including occupancy, average daily rate, and revenue per available room, and reviewed reporting tools used to track trends, booking pace, and comparative performance with peer resort destinations. The data informs marketing strategies, event planning, and operational decision -making. No public comment was received. Council inquired whether Finance Department staff analyze the data and discussed the value the Town could derive independently and in coordination with local hotels and businesses. It was noted that the data has informed targeted marketing efforts, including outreach to the Dallas and Chicago markets. Staff indicated the data would continue to support strategic marketing efforts aimed at driving growth. Council also inquired about improving reporting participation from lodging properties. Mr. Simmons noted that mandatory reporting could reduce data reliability and emphasized encouraging participation through outreach and demonstrating value to property operations. Council provided direction to explore ways to share general DestiMetrics information with the business community and local residents and to collaborate with staff to develop a comprehensive contact database to improve outreach, participation, and data effectiveness. 6.7. PRESENTATION: Colorado Energy Office Local Implementation, Mitigation, and Policy Action ("IMPACT") Accelerator Grant Introduction (Sustainability Manager Charlotte Lin) Video Start Time: 02:58:50 Sustainability Manager Charlotte Lin presented the Colorado Energy Office Local IMPACT Accelerator grant, a regional program providing funding for building electrification, efficiency rebates, workforce development, and energy policy implementation. She outlined Avon's participation, including funding allocations for residential and commercial rebate programs, coordination responsibilities, and alignment with adopted climate initiatives such as the Regional Net Zero Roadmap. Next steps include finalizing agreements, procuring partners, and AVON REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY JUNE 23, 2026 Avon HYBRID MEETING; IN -PERSON AT AVON TOWN HALL AND VIRTUALLY THROUGH ZOOM COLORADO returning to Council with phased implementation options. No public comment was received. Council discussion included questions regarding the need for regional code development, opportunities to expand and improve rebate programs, and clarification on the timeline and structure of the intergovernmental agreement (IGA), including whether it would be executed collectively with the cohort or individually with each municipality. Council also discussed the importance of providing unbiased information on all -electric systems and the value of incorporating a social equity approach in allocating funds. Council directed staff to provide an inventory of neighborhoods that could be prioritized to benefit from the program. Council also inquired whether requests for proposals (RFPs) for program administration would be issued at the regional or local level, and the extent to which services could be tailored to Avon's needs. Council further referenced a National Association of Home Builders study indicating that new regulations may increase housing costs by approximately 26%. 6.8. ACTION: Acceptance of 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (Chief Financial Officer Paul Redmond) Video Start Time: 03:45:00 Chief Financial Officer Paul Redmond presented the 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), noting that the independent audit verified the accuracy of the Town's financial statements and that the ACFR incorporates both audit results and detailed financial reporting. The presentation summarized auditor recommendations, including addressing stale checks and reviewing the transit and self-insurance funds. He was joined by Paul Bachus of McMahan and Associates, who stated that the firm audits governments across the region. He noted that the Audit Report, approximately 115 pages, serves as a comprehensive document for the federal government, grant issuers, bondholders, and the Town's insurance and banking relationships, and is supported by an independent auditor's report. He further reported approximately $40 million in revenues and $51 million in expenditures, reflecting significant capital activity related to real estate purchases and the public works garage. He stated that ending fund balances remained reasonable and that the Finance team has established strong controls and continues to progress toward best practices. He also recommended separating the self-insurance function into its own fund and noted the need to adapt to a new reporting standard. No public comment was received. Following discussion, Councilor Stanley moved to accept the 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Councilor Hardy seconded the motion, which passed unanimously, 5-0. 7. WRITTEN REPORTS 7.1. Planning & Zoning Commission June 8 Meeting Minutes (Development Coordinator Emily Block) 7.2. Monthly Financials (Senior Accountant Dean Stockdale) 7.3. Quarterly Sustainability Report (Sustainability Manager Charlotte Lin) -Added to the agenda AVON REGULAR MEETING MINUTES A TUESDAY JUNE 23, 2026 Av O n HYBRID MEETING; IN -PERSON AT AVON TOWN HALL AND VIRTUALLY THROUGH ZOOM COLORADO under Business Item 6.5.1. 8. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS & MEETING UPDATES Video Start Time: 03:56:45 Councilor Stanley reminded the public that Avon Live would take place the following day at 5:30 p.m., with music beginning at 6:00 p.m. featuring the band Heartbyrne. She also noted that Sunset Live occurs each Sunday and invited the public to attend Salute to the USA on July 3 at Harry A. Nottingham Park, including the potential for fireworks if drought conditions allow. Councilor Stanley further encouraged attendance at the Freefall Bluegrass Festival and noted that the Eagle River Coalition will host a guided exploration of Homestake Valley on July 11. Councilor Hardy congratulated Eagle County on the implementation of its geothermal system, noting its efficiency compared to traditional gas -fired systems and its ability to reduce overall energy consumption. He also referenced Colorado Mesa University's campus -wide geothermal system, stating that associated cost savings have contributed to reduced tuition and increased scholarship opportunities, and suggested that similar systems be considered by private entities. 9. ADJOURN There being no further business before Council, Mayor Underwood moved to adjourn the regular meeting. The time was 09:02 p.m. These minutes are a summary of the proceedings of the meeting and are not intended to be comprehensive or to include each statement, identify each speaker, or reflect the proceedings with complete accuracy. The most accurate record of the meeting is the audio recording maintained in the Town Clerk's Office and the video recording available for a limited time at High Five Media at www.highflvemedia.org. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: Miguel Jauregu APPROVED: Mayor Underwood ueva, Town Clerk