TC Council Packet 07-11-2000Town Council Meetings
Roll Call Check Sheet
Jim Benson
Michael Brown pp
Debbie Buckley
Rick Cuny
Mac McDevitt h? j19
Buz Reynolds
Judy Yoder
Roll calls are called at start of meeting and for Ordinances. Do not call Mayor except for
meeting roll call or to break a tie vote.
Seating arrangements from west to east: Brown, Reynolds, Cuny, Yoder, McDevitt,
Buckley, Benson
St ff Present:
Bill Efting
Larry Brooks
Burt Levin
Kris Nash
Jacquie Halburnt
__? __Scott Wright
1C Jeff Layman
Charlie Moore
X_ Meryl Jacobs
_X Norm Wood
1Q Bob Reed
Harry Taylor
10 Mike Matzko
Karen Griffith
Other Staff:
A Brief Synopsis of the Town of Avon
Town Council Work Session
Meeting Date: July 11, 2000
Councilmembers Present: Jim Benson, Michael Brown, Debbie Buckley, Rick Cuny,
Mac McDevitt, Buz Reynolds, Judy Yoder
Councilmembers Absent: None
Transportation Update: Harry Taylor relayed what occurred at the last ECO Transit
Authority Board Meeting. He said at the upcoming meeting they will approve the
extension of our contract. It will be a two-year extension and will mean revenue for us
and expense for them. Councilor Buckley added that this will need a budget amendment.
Mr. Taylor said that the transfer would occur under a transition plan, for example they
would pick up a full route every six months. Swift Gulch would probably remain a
satellite facility.
Kiosk Discussion: Councilor McDevitt began with the Chamber of Commerce's
pamphlet in response to the RFP. They were the only group to respond. He explained his
interpretation of the Chamber of Commerce's study and discussion followed.
He said what the Town of Avon needs is a visitor center right along the interstate. He
defined visitors to Avon in two classes. First are the through-travelers who want to get on
and off the interstate quickly and, second are those staying here. The location of the board
at City Market is ok because these people are probably already shopping there.
He showed a photo of a "Call Board" from his trip to Val Gardenia, Italy. It was an
information stand right off the highway and had detailed plaques describing
accommodations and restaurants with a phone on either side. It has a 1-5 grading system
and a map on top showing locations. Two lights show vacancies one and three days out.
Town Manager Bill Efting asked if the Call Board was outside. Councilor McDevitt said
it was outside with a lean to cover and had a large parking lot and no brochures. He found
it extremely helpful.
Councilor Cuny asked if the business owners pay for this service. Councilor McDevitt
did not know.
Recommendations from Councilor McDevitt were that Avon probably will need help
with the visitor center. And what kind of building? What information should be on it?
Computerized? And what is the cost? He would like to see if Beaver Creek would like to
be involved. Avon is too small at the moment. It might be possible to use part of Oscar
Tang's property near the willow tree to build it.
Councilor Reynolds thought that this would be great to come off of the interstate for this.
Council agreed.
Also, Councilors Cuny and Benson like the idea of having other smaller information
centers with maps for those who are walking around town. Discussion followed regarding
the maintenance of these smaller info centers.
Council agreed to a 30-day goal to begin implementing the Kiosk/Visitor Center.
Transfer Tax Ordinance: Town Attorney Burt Levin discussed amending the transfer tax
ordinance. His initial thought was to have a six-month time limit. Mr. Levin introduced
Tom McMillan who thought that a six-month time limit would not work because
construction in rarely complete within this time frame, that usually it is about one year for
reverse exchange to be complete.
Mayor Yoder said that the goal is to try and address those instances where people are
taxed twice.
Mr. McMillan said that their average is about 18 months. Council agreed on 24 months.
Mr. Levin will redraft the ordinance and it will be on the agenda for next time.
Post Office: Councilor Benson said that very soon the 13 mail collection boxes in Avon
will be removed. This is due to the Post Office's decision that areas without mail delivery
services do not need collection boxes. They pick up approximately one foot of mail and it
is mostly from the businesses near the collection boxes. Councilor Benson suggested to
Council that they act quickly or the opportunity to have any deliverable mail would
disappear.
Councilor Buckley asked if Avon could make a decision without Eagle-Vail, and
Councilor Benson said they could.
Bill Efting added that with the worker shortage in the area it would be difficult to find
employees. Councilor Reynolds said anything the Town of Avon could do to alleviate
traffic into the Post Office would be a plus.
Council agreed to invite Post Office personnel to a meeting to discuss delivering mail in
cluster boxes similar to Vail.
Community Development Update: Director Mike Matzko said that J.E. Hildreth,
Building Official is back at work after surgery.
Consent Agenda Questions: Town Engineer Norm Wood showed a map of the proposed
location of the bike path. They would like to alleviate the concerns of Sunridge property
owners. Discussion followed regarding when the proposed fence would be built.
Councilor Benson wanted to hold off on the fence until this spring to see if in the end the
property owners would not want to build it.
Mr. Wood also said that Bachelor Gulch and Cordillera are requesting full-fledged
membership to Eagle River Regional Water Authority. The recommendation would be to
not accept more members but to instead become a consolidated district.
Committee Reports: Mr. Efting attend the I-70 Corridor Meeting in Eagle. He said there
was a bad headline mentioning toll roads. There will not be a proposal until October of
next year.
He also attended a CARTS meeting. He said the test site in Frisco- Silverthorne will now
be at Denver International Airport and downtown Denver.
Other: Larry Brooks, Harry Taylor and Jacquie Halburnt will be leaving for Australia
and New Zealand for 18 days on Thursday.
At tonight's regular meeting they will have the election for Mayor Pro-Tem.
STATE OF COLORADO )
COUNTY OF EAGLE )
TOWN OF AVON )
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL
OF THE TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO, WILL BE HELD JULY 11, 2000, AT 4:00
PM IN THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 400 BENCHMARK ROAD, AVON,
COLORADO FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING AND CONSIDERING THE
FOLLOWING:
4:00 PM - 4:15 PM 1.) Transportation Update -
Eagle County Regional Transportation
Authority Issues
(Debbie Buckley)
4:15 PM - 4:35 PM 2.) Kiosk Discussion (Mac McDevitt)
4:35 PM - 5:05 PM 3.) Transfer Tax Ordinance Discussion
® 5:05 PM - 5:20 PM 4.) Community Development Update
Consent Agenda Questions
Council Committee Updates
AND SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY COME BEFORE THE COUNCIL
THIS MEETING IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
TOWN O AV , COLORADO
BY:
Kr s Nash
Tow' n Clerk
POSTED AT THE FOLLOWING PUBLIC PLACES WITHIN THE TOWN OF AVON
ON JULY 7, 2000:
AVON MUNICIPAL BUILDING IN THE MAIN LOBBY
AVON BEAVER CREEK TRANSIT BUS STOP AT AVON CENTER
AVON RECREATION CENTER
CITY MARKET IN THE MAIN LOBBY
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Documentation Regarding the Effect of Trails on
Property Values and Public Safety
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Victory in California...
'Jecember a California judge ruled for the
City of Fresno and the 13-mile Sugar Pine
rail-trail project in Fresno and Clovis. River
Park Properties developers and Robert
Rosati, a homeowner whose land adjoins the
trail, had sued the city to halt construction of
the trail. They claimed that the city failed to
meet environmental regulations during the
planning and development of the trail, did not
'•, conform to metropolitan land-use plans and
violated construction codes.
RTC California field office director
s Kate Bickert took the stand during the
trial to provide expert testimony on the
positive impact of rail-trails on communi-
ties. Her testimony focused on proven
trail benefits, including increased prop-
' erty values of adjacent homes, increased
neighborhood safety and new amenities
such as landscaping and lighting.
even miles of the trail opened in
October and the remaining sections will
be completed this year. For information
contact the RTC California field office
(rtcofcaCa)transact.org) or the Coalition
for Community Trails, 559-323-0892.
... and in Michigan
A September ruling of the Michigan
Court of Appeals held that development
of the 13-mile Leelanau Trail can
con- tinue, A local township challenged the
project, claiming it did not comply with
local zoning requirements. The ruling
cites the Michigan Trailways Act, which
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requires designated 'Michigan Trailways"
(including the Leelanau Trail) to con-
Sider-but not be controlled by-local
`• zoning during trail development.
RTC Michigan's founding director helped
the passage of the act in 1993. The deci-
sion represents the first time it has come
to the rescue of an embattled trail project.
For information contact the Michigan
field office, 517-393-6022.
Field Office Milemarkers
The turn of the century marked the 10-year
milestone for Rails-to-Trails Conservancy's
Florida, Michigan, Ohio and Pennsylvania
field offices. The California office, open
since 1996, is the youngster of the lot.
Enhancements Spending
An interim report by RTC's National
Transportation Enhancements Clearing-
house (NTEC) shows that spending on
rail-trails and bike and pedestrian facilities
added up to 53 percent of the total
ISTEA and TEA-21(Transportation Eq-
uity Act for the 21st Century) Transporta-
tion Enhancements spending as of
March 31,1999. The FY99 Interim Re-
port is posted at NTEC's Web site:
www.enhancements.org. For informa-
tion call 1-888-388-NTEC.
Reporting In
R ! C worked closely with the General
Accounting Office (GAO) to supply in-
formation for an October 1999 GAO
report on railbanking. Senator Sam
Brownback (R-Kan) requested the study
because of concerns raised by owners of
land along railbanked corridors. Among
the report's findings: "Rail-banking offers
carriers some advantages over abandon-
ing unused rights-of-way;' and the Sur-
face Transportation Board (STB) that
oversees railbanking has received "fewer
than 10° petitions challenging whether
trail sponsors of railbanked corridors are
fulfilling their obligations. The STB found
that the trail sponsors in all these cases
were meeting the requirements, the re
port says. The GAO study is at
www.gao.gov/new.Rems/
M00004.pdf.
- Rallyying for
Wasi?ington Trail
RTC president David Burwell joined a
pro-trail rally in Seattle, Wash., as a fea-
tured speaker last fall. Supporters of the
controversial East Lake Sammamish rail
trail project sponsored the September
rally to persuade the King County Couh-
cil to vote for an interim trail while a mas-
ter plan is developed. Trail opponents
': have delayed the project by filing law-
suits, proposing alternate routes and
even attempting to organize a freight rail-
road to use the county-owned corridor.
In his speech, Burwell noted that the
12-mile corridor is the largest missing link
in the statewide trail system extending
s from Puget Sound to the Washington-
Idaho border.
The vote on the interim trail was de-
ferred until an environmental impact
? statement is finalized. For information
contact Tom Eksten, King County Parks
Department, 206-296-7808,
To keep up with
RTC's latest
activities, check
out our Web site;
www.railtrails.org
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Once the land deal was complete, the ISTEA money
became available and the required 20 percent match was
needed. Mack sought out the community's most high-
profile money-getter, the head of WSU's hugely success-
ful fund-raising foundation. The local newspaper agreed
to print donors' names weekly free of charge. As more
names appeared in print, momentum grew.
"We wanted every kid who gave 10 cents a week to
have their name in the paper," Mack recalls.
Then, when beloved local car dealer Bill Chipman died,
his family agreed that the trail was a fitting tribute for the
man, who had strong ties to both communities. Once the
trail was named after Chipman, supporters multiplied. After
raising $557,000 and seeing the final trail miles paved,
Mack and her daughter, then 19, finally took that bike ride
together in 1998.
Today, Mack walks the stretch like a proud, protective
parent. She stops to toss stray wheat stalks from the path.
She curses weeds growing along its 13
cedar bridges, and worries the structures
might fall victim to a beaver family that
3) downed a small tree nearby.
"Too fast-Fifteen miles an hour," she
warns a cyclist ignoring the posted speed
limit.
Like a mother knows her child, Mack
sees all the trail's shortcomings (10 feet is
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get). But she's just as keenly aware of its
beauty. She spots ducks before they 'fly
?.? noisily up the creek, which also is home
to otter and fingerlings. Herons, hawks
and red-winged blackbirds soar along the
trail, and in summer, coyotes and deer
appear at dusk, oblivious to the blades,
bikes and high-tech baby strollers
whizzing by.
% Now threats of new development
along the path concern Mack. She's par-
ticipating in a movement to help plan
development that won't impact the trail
or waterway. "It's deja vu," Mack says.
An unexpected bonus is a series of
new spin-off trails. Pullman residents
recently approved a loop extension
through town. The UI expanded its
section. The Latah Trail Foundation, a
new nonprofit group in Moscow, plans to extend the
path ... along the railbed, winding east 12 miles through
breathtaking country.
"The success of that path has really energized people
and helped raise awareness of quality-of-life issues," says
Archie George of the Palouse Land Trust. "Nothing fos-
ters success like other achievements."
Mack knows that best. She plans to leave her WSU job
soon to devote more time to community activism. "You
are always going to have to work with people who don't
share your vision," says Mack. "But with the right process
and the right attitude, you can make a lot of good things
happen."
Andrea Vogt, who already has worn out one set of in-line skate
wheels on the trail, covers life on the Palouse for The
Spokesman-Review out of Spokane.
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when it comes to trails. Some of the most enthusias-
tic trail advocates are the newly converted variety.
Kristine Poelzer, for example. For 26 years, she fer-
tilized, mowed and manicured the electric com-
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pany's right-of-way behind her Arden, Minn., prop-
erty as if it were her own lawn. The verdant expanse
of grass stretched from her deck into her neighbor's F`
backyard. "It made my property look much larger
than it was," she says.
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So when the Arden Hills Parks and
Recreation Department notified
Poelzer that it planned to put an
eight-foot wide trail beneath the
power lines along the right-of-way,
she was furious. "I envisioned all sorts
of horrible things happening to take
away from the pleasant backyard I had
come to love," she recalls. "I told my
neighbors, the mayor and city council
how bad the trail was going to be. I
was so against it that I had no desire to
listen to the good things that could
come out of its existence"
"To my good fortune," Poelzer
now says, "the city council opted not
to listen to the voices of us naysayers.
"The right-of-way was converted,
and so too was Poelzer, 'I have never
once had a peeping tom," she attests.
"There's been no crime or loose dogs
or loud noises" from the trail.
Poelzer has become an ardent advo-
cate of recreational trails, serving as a
citizen representative on a task force
planning trails in the 400-acre Ram-
sey County Park.
"Recreational trails give big pay-
offs at little or no risk and offer
everyone lots of possibilities," she
tells people. "Without our backyard
trail, my neighbor and I wouldn't
take early morning walks. My son
would not have learned to in-line
skate and bicycle at such an early
age. This trail allows people to safely
link up quickly and easily with other
trails in communities next to ours,"
she says. "In fact, I feel more secure
with the trail because of the friendly
sort of traffic-walkers, runners, jog-
gers, in-line skaters, bicyclists, dog-
walkers-that goes by my house dur-
ing the day whether we are home or
not. That's old-fashioned neighbor-
hood security that money can't buy."
In Columbia, Mo., David Rogers
did an about-face on the subject of
the 8.7-mile MKT Nature/Fitness
Trail. Though Rogers and Columbia
mayor Darwin Hindman are friends,
the two did not see eye-to-eye on con-
structing this trail. "I thought he was
nuts," says Rogers. "I couldn't imag-
ine anybody wanting to walk along a
park that was 14 feet wide and nine
miles long. That wasn't my vision of a
park." Rogers, a land-use attorney,
saw the planned spur connecting Co-
lumbia to the 185-mile Katy Trail as a
pipe dream and a waste of money.
Today he sings a different tune.
"1'd like to think that I am both
smart enough and tolerant enough
to admit when I'm wrong," he says.
"And I couldn't have been more
wrong about that trail. I'm very
proud of having it."
Rogers's transformation from foe
to friend, an "evolutionary rather than
revolutionary" process, came when he
saw the quantity and diversity of the
people enjoying the trail. The Colum-
bia section is the city's most popular
park, Rogers says, a safe place to exer-
cise and enjoy nature inside the me-
tropolis. "It's been extraordinarily suc-
cessful. A number of the local
policemen use it for recreational pur-
poses. They jog and walk on it when
they are off duty, and there's a group
of volunteers that also patrol."
Bringing rail-trail opponents to
see a trail like the local MKT Na-
ture/Fitness Trail would be a terrific
way to gain their support, Rogers
says. "Go down on a cool spring
morning and see the mix of people
in the community that use it. If
somebody has a modicum of an
open mind, they'll be convinced,"
he says. "I will buy them lunch and
show them the light."
Trail organizers are familiar with
the confrontation-to-consensus
story of rail-trail opposition. Craig
Della Penna, Rails-to=Trails Conser-
vancy New England Field Represen-
tative and author of the forthcoming
book 40 Great Rail-Trails of Southern
New England, has given more than
200 lectures in 12 states, often travel-
ing a thousand miles a week to talk
about rail-trails at meetings. He un-
derstands the trepidation some peo-
ple feel about trail projects.
That's why Della Penna likes to get
involved with trails that are in the em-
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hardens. He lets existing rail-trails
speak for themselves, eloquently and
early. When introducing a new project
at a meeting, Della Perna passes
around photographs of leafy trails in
neighboring towns. Then he invites
the manager of one of those trails to
talk about how it was built and how it
is maintained. f-le also includes testi-
mony from property owners.
"Having a converted opponent say,
There were a lot of people who were
afraid of the rail-trail in our town, but
this has been a good thing for our
community' takes the wind out of the
sails of the anti-trail crowd," he says.
In northern California, Jim
Konopka, trail development coordi-
nator for the city of Folsom, goes
into trail-shy communities with
videotaped interviews of people
who live alongside the Lafayette-
Moraga Regional Trail. This popular
Bay area greenway gently winds
through a wooded valley and a se-
cluded canyon as it follows Las
Trampas Creek on a railroad right-
of-way originally used by mule
trains to haul redwood from Oak-
land to Sacramento.
Jerry Donnelly, a stockbroker
who has lived next to the Lafayette-
Moraga Trail since 1976 when it was
an unpaved path, is one of the citi-
zens on the video. He looks into the
camera and says, "In the land of Cal-
ifornia where everyone drives, this is
a place to walk. You could start at the
top of the trail and bang on every
door that borders it and you would-
n't hear one bad comment."
Whenever possible, Konopka re-
cruits citizens like Donnelly, as well
as police officers from neighbor-
hoods with trails, to attend his town
meetings and answer questions
about everything from trash cans to
security. Konopka invited one un-
easy group on a field trip to an aban-
doned right-of-way. Beneath the
trees, they saw beyond the strewn
garbage to the natural beauty, espe-
cially after Konopka helped them vi-
sualize how the corridor would look
after landscaping. "The walk sold
them on the trail," he says.
On the East Coast, attorney Dan
Lewis, president of the citizens' associ-
ation in the suburban Washington,
D.C., community of Sumner just over
the Maryland line, had a bad case of
rail-trail phobia. He feared the 11-mile
Capital Crescent Trail, which now
connects Washington with Mont-
gomery County, Md., would bring a
decline in property values.
As a homeowner along
the right-of-way, Lewis
also worried about noise,
lack of parking, invasion
of privacy and "visual
concerns. "
His skepticism
changed to support after
the county landscaped
the corridor with trees
and shrubs, paved park-
ing `lots at both ends of
the rail-trail, and erected
split-rail fences along the
way. "The neighborhood
loves the trail," says
Lewis, who exercises on
the greenway at least
twice weekly. "It appeals
to a whole spectrum of
people in the neighborhood, from
dog-walkers to fanatical bikers to ca-
sual bikers, like myself. The park ser-
vice cleans it once a week, and the
park police patrol it day and night.
There is no noise or crime."
Lewis adds, "Instead of being a li-
ability, the trail is viewed as a great
amenity that has raised property val-
ues. People like to be in a neighbor-
hood with a trail."
Nowhere is the transformation
from foe to friend more satisfying
for trail supporters than in Midwest-
ern farm towns where opposition
can be thorny. The Cedar Valley Na-
ture Trail was the first rail-trail in
Iowa to connect two major cities-
Waterloo and Cedar Rapids. This 52-
mile linear oasis, ranging over acres
of cropland, is so peaceful and ap-
preciated these days, you'd hardly
suspect it was once a battle line.
The initial section of Cedar Valley
was dedicated by private supporters
in 1982 as the Interurban Trail, but it
took several contentious years to
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ponents burned bridges, cut down
trees and buried boards with pro-
truding nails along the route. Farm-
ers along the route pursued property
rights challenges all the way to the
Iowa Supreme Court.
One opponent was Robert Bear-
bower, former mayor of Brandon,
Iowa. He and the entire Brandon town
council passed a resolution against the
trail. "Everybody-every farmer-was
against the trail. They were afraid for
their cattle and hogs," he says.
Rick Spence runs a retail egg and
chemical fertilizer business in build-
ings less than 100 feet from the trail
on the edge of LaPorte City. He filed a
lawsuit against the trail. "Vandalism
and litter were our two biggest fears,"
he says. "We fought for a while, but
then my Dad and I talked and we
couldn't see any harm in the trail."
After a year, Spence dropped the law-
suit. "We've had absolutely no trou-
ble," he reports. "In fact, we've formed
many friendships with the trail users."
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Bearbower also changed his opin-
ion after observing the economic
flush the trail brought to the bor-
ough's restaurant, tavern and conve-
nience mart. "It's been super for our
town," he admits.
Farmer Ralph Parks opposed the
trail at first. Now retired, he enjoys
chatting with the trail users who
hike and bike past his
backyard. "If I knew then
what I know now, I would-
n't have fought against the
trail. It's a plus, not a
minus," he says. "Farmers
use the trail as much as
anybody else. I think it is
wonderful."
In hindsight, Spence says
advocates of the Cedar Val-
ley trail would have faced
less antagonism if they had
been more diplomatic.
"There were a couple of peo-
ple who tried to ram this
trail down the farmers'
throats. We went to a meet-
ing and they said, This is
going to happen and this is
the way its going to be.' That
made the farmers' hair stand on end.
The trail was held up for two or three
years after that."
One walk on the Cedar Valley Na-
ture Trail was all it took to eradicate
Michael Andorfs anti-trail senti-
ments. 'I was a farmer, and I took
the farmers' stance," he says. "But the
truth is the truth. Once I saw the
prairie flowers and the grass and
birds I'd never seen before, it was an
instant conversion. 1 was for the trail
100 percent."
Andorf was so taken with the
greenway-home to pheasants, wild
turkeys, deer, coyotes and hawks-
that he became a trail ranger for two
years. "The trail seems so natural
now. It's like it always existed here,"
he says. "If someone were against it
today, you'd tell them to see a
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psychiatrist.
Writer Rita Sutter has long been a fan
of rail-trails, especially the Baltimore
and Annapolis Trail near her home in
Baltimore, Md.
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Is for the Birds
Twenty years ago America's favorite
songbirds were singing the blues as
urban sprawl and other, more nervy
cavity dwellers-such as non-native
starlings and house sparrows-
forced them from their nests. Today
bluebirds are on a comeback trail,
and it's called the Transcontinental
Bluebird Trail (TBT). Actually, the
TBT is a system of trails in bluebird
habitats equipped with nesting
boxes regularly checked by certified
volunteers.
Last year the 2.5-mile Heritage
Rail-Trail in Hilliard, Ohio, took
flight as the state's first TBT segment
and the first rail-trail with bluebird
boxes. "Lots of rail-trail corridors
have the open field habitat the birds
like, and anything that provides a
maintenance person on a trail and
adds an element of beauty is terrif-
ic," says RTC Ohio advisor Bob
Martin, who facilitated the pilot
project with the North American
Bluebird Society (NABS), the Ohio
Bluebird Society, the Heritage Rail-
Trail Coalition and the Rails-to-
Trails Conservancy Ohio field office.
` Signs and an information kiosk
erected near a popular trail
entrance warn trail users to look,
but not touch, the boxes perched
six feet off the trail. Only one late-
nesting pair of bluebirds settled in
last year, but high school sopho-
more and designated monitor Steve
Landes says he'll see more this
spring. Every week from March to
September he straps on his in-line
skates and heads to the trail to
record nesting and egg-laying in all
22 boxes. "It takes about one hour.
But that's because I take my time
and enjoy myself," explains Landes.
The nonprofit NABS promotes:
the trail system, which currently
counts 5,000 privately managed
houses. Anyone interested can
adopt a box for a year for $35.
Sponsors receive bluebirding
instructions and access to a Web
page featuring updates on their
nest box.
For information contact the NABS,
608-329`-6403, www.nabluebird
society.org.
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Trail Makes Good
Neighbors
Though the Alaska Native village of
Saxman is just two miles down the,
road from mostly non-Native
Ketchikan it seemed like a hundred
until a trail linked the two towns
like a friendly handshake. A 1999
report published by the Alaska
Commission on Rural Governance
and Empowerment heralds the
Saxman Bike Path story as a case
study in the power of communities
working together.
Before the trail was built,
Saxman and Ketchikan folks "rarely
mingled," says the report. Tiny
Saxman offered few jobs, but its cit-
izens faced poor options for getting
to work in Ketchikan: undepend-
able bus service, expensive cab rides
2 0 R A I L S 1-0 T R A I L S
Trails, Conservation
and Community
77x (_ongress members wbo ached tr,los tc ;pending pills
Ibis past feli (hat mould bats opened pttbiu lr;nds to an sorts
of abuse may not be able to 4rt any mote nu f 'rf fouJI ioitb
Americas citfzie a ne last tarn eirchtms, rrcn; t pptls and
studies, and the sttcress stories of w ors, of cnrrnntenttws all Sig-
inal tbata strong belief in the valitr of prr,m+ '14 oprn, ipuce
and trails bas become a part of Ibt Amoncan iraitt Some
pohfieiincs may tirwil eant+nur .o ignorr tilts, but hail adnotrel ,
tun. burin on th`?e?grotaing aummiess Ihat cnnscrratmn is flood
tof 13'r ptopie, the t%Avy ar\i the C?Oti(It11y Of coniriluniLt5
larair and small.
TRAILS AND OPEN SPACE WIN BI6 AT THE BALLOT BOX
OPEN SPACE PAYS
n 1 91,7, Boulder Col ra io f. eta r c the hest U S it,, t I-, a ded awd sale ti t t fund
the preseival on of optn space lydav Bouldcrenlovs an (pen space to,"un, t1'nre than
40 (110 aaes much of it ur a ring of i,recnbelts that oller uncluttered views or the IMA sig -
natmc Rockv Alotmtain backdrop.
As earl as the 197Us, it was already dear that &wldet residents would pay a premium at
Eve near these open spaccc with then trails ant stream corridors and that the rrsulang
mctcasc in taxes wnu e more r ran pay or open space protection, In one neighborhood, total
property values incrcaard by $5A million aher the greenbelt was built, generati ig $5oo oo0
per yearn ad j i if property rases-enough to recoup the greeuways $1 5 million purchase
pnce to onh, three Years.
Boulders e,prnence confirms what man I on-mat- have discovered. open space con-
sctvauon is a one -ti -- rat can hoost property va ucs an swe tax toilers long
after t to and w paid lot- And III survey after survcy home .Livers identify nearby open space
and trails as among the top Ieatures in choosing a home -
Sooner le,i Ior Pohl, Land
On November 2, voters in Maine and in more than 55 counties and towns
across the nation approved ballot measures that will protect trails, parks,
open space and farn:dand.
• Maine voters approved a $50 million bond to renew funding for the Land for
Maine's Future Program, which has protected 67,000 acres to the last 12 years
.
• In New Jersey, two counties and 38 of 40 municipalities approved property
tax increases for open space, parks, recreation and farmland preservation -
State voters last year OK'd spending more than $I billion on parks, trails and
open space by 2010-
• Colorado voters in sax counties approved tax hikes for land conservation- In
Pakln County, a property tax hike will raise $8.4.million yearly for a decade
to buy and improve open space and trails.
• Voters' support for open space in 1999 builds on a banner year in 1998. bal-
lot measures approved in the 1998 elections will trigger more than $Z5 bd
lion in state and local) funding for conservation
Sources. The Conservation 9-.rid , T -t for Public Land
AMERICANS SAY YES 10.(OWVATION
STATES BUILD STRON6 LAND PROTECTION PR06RAMS
sate conservation programs oaten fill in the gaps between community ini-
tiatives and big federal land acquisitions. The following statistics show the
diversity of, and support for statewide efforts to preserve land.
• Amount that Maryland's Rural Legacy Program will spend to preserve
farms and other rural open space in the next five years,$70 million to $140
million
• Amount of land that will be protected by these funds. 50,000-75,000 acres
• Amount of land conserved cr n the past ten years with funds from Florida's
Preservation 2000 Program: 1 million acres
• Proportion of voters that approved an extension of the Preservation 2000
Program in November 1998: 70 percent
• Annual amount from state lottery proceeds that Oregon voters set aside to
purchase river corridors, watersheds, and wetlands, and native salmon
habitat in November 1998 $95 million
• Proportion of voters approving this investment- 67 percent
• Amount granted for land ccvaservation projects from the North Carolina
Clean Water Trust fund since its inception in 1997. $36 million
Source T-, for Public Land
A recent national Poll conducted by AHS partner, Americans for Our Heritage and Recreation measured
Americans' opinions on, conservation and found widespread support for land protection and outdoor
recreation- Neatly 90% of respondents feared that special places would be lost unless action is taken to
protect them. Preservinghab'etat for native plants and animals, matching funds for local environmental ini-
tiatives, and expanding existing national parks, forests and recreation areas topped the list of choices for use
of land conservation funding- `ihe poll also found.
• Nine of 10 Americans agreed that "park, recreation and conservation programs provide places for children
to learn skills and values such as teamwork and respect for nature."
• Eighty-five percent thought "parks and open space contribute to property values and economic stability
of neighborhoods."
• One-third of respondents said they preferred using the budget surplus for parks and open space rather
than tax cuts.
Another poll, conducted for the Trust for Public Land, revealed broad concern among voters that govern-
ment efforts to protect land from development are inadequate and those voters are demanding that state and
local governments increase their focus on protecting open space. Key findings of the poll include:
• Voters identify protecting eatural areas as a key priority for government action, on par with such issues as
education and a higher priaxity than reducing taxes-
• By a 2-to-I margin, Americans across the political spectrum support a federal plan to use public funds to
purchase and protect land.
• A majority of Americans are willing to pay more taxes to support government programs to purchase open
space.
Sources-.americans for Our Heritcigr and Rr. reauon, Trust for Public Land, The Cooservanon Fund
PATHWAYS TO BIODIVERSITY
W Nile serving human communities, open
space and trails also contribute to the
health of nature. Trails are often the focal
point of big land conservation efforts that cre-
ate linear parks and preserves. When these nat-
ural corridors link large preserves and wild
areas they allow the free movement of species
vital to the preservation of healthy populations
of plants and animals_
Many of these corridors are being saved in
settled areas- The New Jersey Highlands Trail
has preserved a linked swath of upland and
lowland landscapes in the most densely popu-
lated state in the nation. In crowded Florida,
voters bevc approved $3 billion to set aside
almost half the state as preserves and corridors.
So when cities, towns and states vote for green-
ways and trails they may well be casting a bal-
lot for beodiversity
.
American Hiker . Fcf?nta '5tarc1, 2ooo
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The Effect of Greenways on
Property Values and Public Safety
A Joint Study by:
The Conservation Fund
and
Colorado State Parks
State Trails Program
The Conservation Fund
Sydney Shafroth Macy, Colorado Director
Leslee T. Alexander, Project Manager
Colorado State Parks
State Trails Program
Stuart H. Macdonald, Director
Chris Ford, Greenway Trails Planner
March, 1995
Abstract
REPORT TITLE: The Effect of Greenways on Property Values and
Public Safety.
A Joint Study by: The Conservation Fund and
Colorado State Parks, State Trails Program.
SUBJECT: A study to determine the impact of greenways on
property values and to evaluate the effect of
greenways on the public safety of adjacent and
nearby residents.
AUTHOR: Leslee T. Alexander
DATE: November, 1994
COPIES: Sasha Charney
Colorado State Trails Program
1313 Sherman Street, Room 618
Denver, Colorado 80203
ABSTRACT: In the Denver-Metropolitan Area, greenways are
gaining in popularity and expanding at a rapid
rate, yet there are questions as to their
suitability for certain neighborhoods. The
questions cover the effects of greenways on
property values and on public safety for homes
adjacent to the trail.
The analysis was conducted using data from
seven separate surveys of three different
greenways. These were --rveys of residents
adjacent and near to the trail, real estate
agents, police officers, and newspaper real
estate advertisements.
FEY WORDS: Greenbelt, Greenway, Open Space, Property
Value, Public Safety, Quality of Life, Riparian
Corridors, Trails, Urban Trails.
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Executive Summary 3
PURPOSE
The study of Property Values and Public Safety (herein known as
the study) was to determine what effect, if any, the presence of
urban trails has had on public safety to property owners who
live adjacent to a trail and on property values of homes located
within one block of a trail. The study also evaluated the level
of public acceptance for urban trails and their effect on the
quality of life in these neighborhoods.
The need for the study arose due to concerns expressed by
several different neighborhoods over the proposed construction
of new trails. These concerns included fears that the presence
of an urban trail might lower property values and also create a
risk to public safety, thus adversely affecting the quality of
life in the neighborhood. These concerns are similar to
concerns voiced in the past over proposed trails that are now
established and accepted.
TRAIL PROFILE
The metro-Denver area has hundreds of trails which connect
together to create an expansive and constantly growing system.
Trail users vary-from commuter bicyclists to couples taking an
evening stroll through the neighborhood. Though many types of
trails located in different areas of the city were looked at,
only five trails were considered for use in the study: the
Franklin Street foot-path, which runs along Franklin Street as
it passes through Cherry Hills Village and Greenwood Village;
the Highline Canal Trail, located in Autora; the Lee Gulch Trail
in the Windemere neighborhood;" the Weir Gulch Trail, located in
the Barnum neighborhood of west Denver; and the Willow Creek
Trail, located in southeast Denver.
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The Franklin Street footpath is a small, infrequently
traveled trail. It was difficult to obtain data that was
pertinent for use in the study due to its size. The Lee Gulch
Trail would have been appropriate for the study, but it was
difficult to ascertain whether the individuals interviewed were
referring to the Lee Gulch Trail or the southeastern area of
Highline Canal Trail, which passes in close proximity.
The trail segments chosen for the study were the Highline
Canal Trail, the Weir Gulch Trail, and the Willow Creek Trail.
These trails represent the variety of trails in Metro-Denver.
Each study area is under two miles long and the composition of
the surface of the trails ranges from dirt or crusher-fines. to
asphalt or concrete. The trails run along natural waterways and
are surrounded by a combination of indigenous plants and recent
landscaping. Though these trails- are located in residential
neighborhoods, they also cross busy intersections and pass
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through commercial and retail areas.
The history of each trail varies greatly, ranging from an
old service road along the Highline Canal Trail which is now
paved, to a small foot path along the Weir Gulch stream bed that
has evolved into a connector path between neighborhood parks.
The Highline Canal Trail is the most highly used trail in metro-
Denver, with ambling pedestrians and commuting cyclists, whereas
the Willow Creek Trail and the Weir Gulch Trail are used
primarily by neighborhood residents.
METHODOLOGY
Data was collected in the summer of 1994 through telephone
interviews of residents adjacent or near to the trails, real
estate agents who buy and sell homes in metro-Denver, patrol
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officers who work the trails, and biweekly surveys of the Denver
Post Real Estate advertisements, sections H and I. Residents
were asked if they thought the trail had affected their decision
to move to their present home and if they thought the existence
of the trail had affected the value of their property.
Residents adjacent to the trail were asked if they thought the
presence of the trail posed a risk to their public safety due to
incidents of vandalism or trespassing from trail users.
Real estate agents were asked similar questions concerning
the effect of a trail on the value and desirability of property
located near the trail. Patrol officers from metro-Denver and
the Carson Nature Center in the South Suburban Parks and
Recreation District were interviewed. They were asked if, in
their opinion, there was a correlation between trail users and
incidents concerning public safety, specifically vandalism or
trespassing on property adjacent to the trail. Biweekly surveys
of The Denver Post was conducted to determine if a trail was
used in advertising homes, townhomes, apartments, and
condominiums.
Attempts were made to determine whether the assessed value
and selling price of homes in the study area had increased due
to their close proximity to a trail at a greater rate than homes
of comparable value,.but_in an area not associated with a trail.
An attempt was also made to contact realtors who sold homes
within each specific study area. Due to the many variables
involved in determining the value of a home and the fact that
areas are not categorized solely by their proximity to a trail,
it was difficult to quantify results from such a study.
Nonetheless, the desirability of property due to its proximity
to a trail was discussed with both realtors and homeowners.
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CONCLUSIONS AND RECOit-JENDATIONS
Urban trails are regarded by real estate agents as an amenity
that helps to attract buyers and to sell property. Single
family homes, townhomes, apartments, and condominiums are
regularly advertised as being on or near a trail or greenway.
Trails and greenways are considered lifestyle enhancements and
usually included in the sales package for a property.
Of the real estate agents interviewed, 73% believed that a
home adjacent to a trail would be easier to sell, and 55% agreed
the home would sell for more than a comparable home from a
different neighborhood. 64% of the real estate agents believed
homes located a block away from the trail would be easier to
sell, but the likelihood of the trail having an effect on the
price of the home was less than 10%
In older communities, 45% of the real estate agents thought
trails had the propensity to increase the market value of the
home, and the other 55% believed that the homes would maintain
normal market value. 64% of real estate agents were in
agreement that trails are located in all types of neighborhoods,
and not relegated to one class or demographic area.
For residents of single family homes adjacent to a trail,
29% believed that the location of the trail would increase the
selling price of their home. 57% of the residents felt that the
trail would make the home easier to sell. 57% of these
residents also had lived in their homes prior to construction of
the trail, yet 29% of those surveyed were positively influenced
by the trail in their decision to buy the Nome.
None of the residents of townhomes, apartments, and
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condominiums adjacent to a trail thougt the trail would
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decrease the selling price of their home, and 42% thought that
it would increase the selling price of their home. 75% of the
residents lived in the area prior to the construction of the
trail, and 17% were influenced by the trail to move to the area.
In regard to public safety, only one resident was concerned
with their situation. They lived on the connection of a trail
to a park and had experienced some vandalism and damage to their
property. As a result, they chose to put up more lights around
their house in an attempt to ward off trespassers. This effort
proved successful and, despite the annoyance, they felt that the
trail increased their quality of life. The patrol officers did
not have concerns for public safety along the trails when the
trails were used during regular daylight hours.
No public safety issues could be directly linked to the
trail. The most serious issues of late have been graffiti and
tagging at underpasses. None of these incidents were focused
towards other trail users and usually occurred when there were
no other people on or around the trail. The officers doubted
there would a concern for public safety due to the constant
passage of people on the trails. It was also mentioned that
people rely on their automobiles, and would be more likely to
congregate in a parking lot.
In summary, concerns that urban trails might adversely
effect public safety and property value in surrounding
neighborhoods are not substantiated by the results cf this
study. The effect of a trail on the neighboring property is
beneficial, rather than detrimental. The general opinion is
that trails are an amenity to the neighborhoods arou:. them;
thev increase the desirability of property and provide a space
for young children and adults of all ages to run and play.
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One point of concern regarding trails should be mentioned.
Though the general opinion is that trails are an amenity, almost
half of the people interviewed either did not use the trail
discussed, or were not aware of its existence. It appears that
greater community involvement should be recruited for future
trails to truly be an useful aspect of a neighborhood.
BACKGROUND AND TRAIL PROFILE
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THE HIGHLINE CANAL TRAIL
The "71-mile Highline Canal" has been a part of Colorado since
the state's inception into the Union in 1876. Throughout the
years, it irrigated up to 20,000 acres of land at a time. The
Highline Canal contains a variety of historic sites, including
Denver's Platte Canyon Reservoir. In 1924, the Denver Water
Board purchased the canal and has since managed and provided
service for those who hold the water rights for irrigation or
other purposes.
A maintenance road that runs alongside the canal was
pinpointed in the early 1970's for potential use as a recreation
area by several different planning groups. Within a few years,
the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District, the City of
Aurora, the City of Denver, and the Colorado Division of Parks_
and Outdoor Recreation had entered into separate agreements for
the use of more than fifty eight miles of the road. :
This historic maintenance road is now one of the most
highly used trails in metro-Denver, and is host to a variety of
users, from people out for a stroll to daily commuters. The
area chosen for the study is in Aurora, between South Peoria
Street and South Havana Street and runs for 1.48 miles. This
portion of the trail runs along Highline Drive, crosses over
East 1st Avenue, and then brushes up against the south side of
Del Mar Park. Trees have been planted along the trail and the
surface of the trail is mostly asphalt, with a small amount of
-oncrete.
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THE WEIR GULCH TRAIL
The Weir Gulch Trail, located in Denver just east of Lakewood,
runs along a natural riparian stream corridor. The waterway
enters the Barnum neighborhood from the west and meanders
northeast, above and below the surface, through Barnum Park, and
then continues on to the South Platte River. In 1971, a plan
was initiated to develop a small footpath that ran along the
stream. The plan included drainage and channelization work by
Wastewater Management and Urban Drainage and Flood Control has
been completed, and, most importantly, community involvement.
In the early 1980's, small block groups in the Barnum
neighborhood came together to create small pocket parks that
include greenspaces and small playgrounds. By 1988, bond money
had been awarded to Denver Parks and Recreation to work on the
trail. In 1990, a nmasterplan was proposed by Denver Parks and
Recreation with the community for the long term goal to develop
Weir Gulch as a connector system for parks and open space.
Elementary-aged children take the trail most often, using
it as a path around the neighborhood. The trail segment is
intersected 'at Sheridan Boulevard, runs up to the proposed 2nd
Avenue corridor, which it follows to Barnum Park. Landscaping
along the corridor was upgraded in 1994 with a variety of non-
native and indigenous species. The eight-foot wide trail is
composed primarily of asphalt, with a few new areas of concrete.
It runs through a variety of pocket parks and along concrete
channels.
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WILLOW CREEK TRAIL
Willow Creek is a natural riparian stream corridor located in
southeast Denver. Small, localized paths were present beside
the stream before the construction began in 1985 to create the
eight-mile trail now in existence. This trail was designated on
..the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District Trails Master
Plan and was developed through a public process. Community and
citizen support was strong.
The Willow Creek Trail is a neighborhood trail, connecting
community parks and open space. The trail runs behind homes,
through picnic and play areas and includes wildlife habitat and
nature study sites. The trail also goes under busy
intersections. The trail users are of all ages. The trail is
composed mostly of asphalt, with intermittent use of, crusher
fines on the southern end. Future construction,is projected by
_the end of 1995 to the north of the existing trail through
Willow Spring Open Space.
The study area of the Willow Creek Trail runs from East Dry
Creek Road and South Quebec Street southeast to East County Line
Road and South Yosemite Street. Through this section the trail
is eight feet wide and composed primarily of asphalt. The trail
goes -underneath busy Quebec Street before entering into
neighborhoods where it is bordered by a split rail fence. As
the trail meanders along the stream corridor it goes through
small parks with playing fields and large expanses of open space
where fox have been sighted.
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EVALUATION OF THE
BURKE-GILMAN TRAIL'S
EFFECT ON
PROPERTY VALUES AND CRIME
SEATTLE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
OFFICE FOR PLANNING MAY 1987
I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Purpose
The purpose of this study was to determine what effect, if any, the Burke Gilman
Trail has had on property values and crime affecting property near and adjacent
to the trail and to evaluate public acceptance of the trail and the trail's
effect on the quality of life of adjacent neighborhoods. The need for the study
became apparent when property owners in a different area of the city expressed
concern over the development of a new trail project on the basis that it might
reduce their property values, increase crime, and generally reduce the quality
of life. These concerns are similar to concerns raised by property owners prior
to the construction of the Burke-Gilman Trail.
Trail Profile
The Burke-Gilman Trail is a 12.1 mile (9.85 miles are in Seattle) eight to ten
foot wide multi-purpose trail that follows an abandoned railroad right--of-way.
Most of the trail passes through residential neighborhoods. In Seattle, there
are 152 single-family homes and 607 condominiums immediately adjacent to the
trail, and 320 single-family homes within one block of the trail. There is an
average of 20 feet of shrubs and/or trees between the trail and the edge of
adjacent properties. The trail also passes through an industrial area, several
neighborhood commercial areas, the University of Washington, and links six
parks. The trail was constructed in 1978 and currently has an estimated three
quarters of a million users per year. As many as 4,000 to 5,000 users (80
percent bicyclists) enjoy the trail on a busy day.
Methodology
Data was collected-in the summer of 1986 via telephone by interviewing residents
near and adjacent to the trail, real estate agents who buy and sell homes near
the trail, and police officers who patrol neighborhoods adjacent to the trail.
Residents were asked questions on their decision to buy their home; what effect
they thought the trail would have on selling their home; what problems, if any,
they have had with break-ins and vandalism by trail users; and how the trail has
affected their overall quality of life. Real estate agents were asked similar
questions on how the trail affects the selling price of homes along the trail.
In addition, police officers were asked questions about trail users breaking
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Into and vandalizing homes. A bi-weekly survey of newspaper real estate
advertisements and real estate magazines was also conducted to determine whether
homes were being advertised as being near or on the Burke-Gilman Trail.
An attempt was made to compare the selling prices and assessed values of homes
along the trail with homes in comparable neighborhoods. However, due to the
many variables that determine the value of a home, it was impossible to isolate
the trail as a determinant of increased or decreased home value using this
method.
Conclusions/Recommendations
The Burke-Gilman Trail is regarded by real estate companies as an amenity that
helps to attract buyers and to sell property. Single-family homes,
condominiums, and apartments are regularly advertised as being near or on the
Burke-Gilman Trail.
Property near but not immediately adjacent to the Burke-Gilman Trail is signi-
ficantly easier to sell and, according to real estate agents, sells for an
average of six percent more as aresult of its proximity to the trail. Property -..
immediately adjacent to the trail, however, is only slightly easier to sell.
The trail has no significant effect on the selling price of homes immediately
adjacent to the trail. Residents who bought their homes after the trail was
opened are most likely to view the trail as a positive factor that increases the
value of their home. Long-time residents who bought their homes prior to the
opening of the trail are generally less likely to view the trail as an economic
asset. Real estate advertisements that promote properties as being on or near
the trail tend to be from the companies that regularly sell homes near the
trail. In other words, people who have recently been involved in the real
estate market are more likely to have experienced the economic assets of the
trail.
The existence of the trail has had little, if any, effect on crime and vandalism
experienced by adjacent property owners. Police officers interviewed stated
that there is not a greater incidence of burglaries and vandalism of homes along
the trail. They attribute that fact to the absence of motor vehicles. They
noted that problems in park areas are generally confined to areas of easy motor
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vehicle access. The police officers said that there would be no significant
trail problems as long as parking lots are away from the trail and bollards
prevent motor vehicle use. They also recommend the development of additional
trails.
Residents adjacent to the trail are also positive about the trail, especially
when compared to conditions before the trail was opened. A former opponent of
the trail (her home is on the trail) stated that the "trail is much more posi-
tive than I expected. I was involved in citizens groups opposed to the trail.
I now feel that the trail is very positive; [there are] fewer problems than
before trail was built; [there was] more litter and beer cans and vagrants when
railroad was in." Not a single resident surveyed said that present conditions
were worse than prior to construction of the trail. In the eight years that the
trail has been opened, there have been an average of only two incidents per year
of vandalism or break-ins-where a trail user may have been involved.
There is also a very high level of public acceptance and support for the trail.
Not a single resident surveyed felt the trail should be closed. Less than three
percent said there were any, problems associated with the trail that were serious
enough to cause them to consider moving (reason cited for wanting to move was
always related to privacy, never crime or vandalism). Almost two-thirds of the
residents felt the trail increased the quality of life in the neighborhood.
In summary, this study indicates that concerns about decreased property values,
increased crime, and a lower quality of life due to the construction of multi-
use trails are unfounded. In fact, the opposite is true. The study indicates
that multi-use trails are an amenity that help sell homes, increase property
values and improve the quality of life. Multi-use trails are tremendously
popular and should continue to be built to meet the ever-growing demand for
bicycle facilities in Seattle.
One point of concern regarding the trail must be mentioned. Although not
included in the survey, thirteen percent of those surveyed brought up the
problem of user conflicts (i.e., speeding bicyclists) on the trail. To some
extent, it is a problem of success. The trail has twice as many users as
originally forecasted. Solving this problem may require trail design changes,
educating users, and enforcing trail regulations.
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II. BACKGROUND/TRAIL PROFILE
The history of the Burke-Gilman Trail goes back to 1885 when Judge Thomas Burke
and his friend, Daniel Gilman, headed a group of 12 investors who set out to
establish a Seattle-based railroad. They formed the Seattle, Lake Shore and
Eastern Railroad (S, L, S and E; also known as the Sumas spur) and in 1885 laid
the tracks that they hoped would someday connect to the Canadian Transcontinen-
tal Line at Sumas. While this connection was never made, the line did become a
major spur, serving logging areas throughout the Puget Sound region.
The S,L, S and E spur was acquired by the Northern Pacific Railroad in 1913 and
continued in fairly heavy use until 1963 when through-train operations were
stopped. During that time, the Seattle area continued to grow. The section of
tracks that later was to become the Burke-Gilman Trail became surrounded by
urban neighborhoods. Between 1963 and 1970, use of the tracks declined
significantly. In 1970, the Great Northern, Northern Pacific, and Burlington
lines were merged to become the Burlington Northern Railroad. One year later,
Burlington Northern filed for abandonment of the Sumas spur. The abandonment
was, part of a pattern that saw 50,000 miles of track abandoned across the United`
States.
Alert citizens and city planners quickly recognized the recreational potential
of the abandoned rights-of-way. The City of Seattle adopted a Comprehensive
Bikeway Plan (1972) that designated the right-of-way as a "priority corridor"
for a multi-use trail. A citizens' group formed to lobby for the trail. By
1973, the City had acquired the right-of-way and began to proceed with plans to
build the trail. The University of Washington and King County acquired the sec-
tions that went through their jurisdictions. The funding package that was put
together to build the trail included 1968 Forward Thrust Bond money for Seattle,
Community Development Block Grants, and Federal Aid Urban System (FAUS) funds.
This was the first use of federal gasoline tax for a bicycle/pedestrian trail.
After several more years of work that included planning, designing, and con-
structing the trail, it was finally opened in August of 1978.
The trail is currently 12.1 miles long, extending from just east of Gas Works
Park at the north end of Lake Union in Seattle to Kenmore Logboom Park at the
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north end of Lake Washington in unincorporated King County. Of the 12.1 miles,
9.85 are within the City of Seattle and 2.25 are in King County. The trail sur-
face is asphalt and varies in width from eight to ten feet. The majority of the
trail passes through residential areas and is about a quarter mile off the
shoreline of Lake Washington. There is an average of 20 feet of shrubs and/or
trees between the trail and the edge of adjacent properties. In Seattle there
are 152 single family homes whose properties are immediately adjacent to the
trail, 320 single family homes within one block of the trail, and 607 condomi-
niums immediately adjacent to the trail. In addition to the residential areas,
the trail passes through an industrial area, several neighborhood commercial
areas, the University of Washington, and provides a link between six parks.
Today the trail has about three-quarters of a million users annually. A 1985
survey of trail users conducted by the International Bicycle Fund for King
County (with assistance from volunteers of the Cascade Bicycle Club), has pro-
vided valuable information on trail use. Almost 80 percent of the users passing
a particular point are bicyclists, 9 percent are joggers, 9 percent are walkers,-
and 2 percent are roller skaters, wheelchair users and similar users. About 80
percent of the bicyclists are recreational users, and 20 percent are commuters.
The average trail user is 35 years old and has an annual income of about
$35,000. Fifty-eight percent of the users are male and 42 percent are female.
The survey of trail users found that on weekends, almost half of the bicyclists
put their bikes in their cars and drove to access points along the trail to
begin their cycling. In other words, the popularity of the trail cannot be
solely attributed to its proximity to particular neighborhoods and the
University of Washington. The trail has become a regional facility that
attracts users from'-the greater Seattle area. The trail is not patrolled and
there is no enforcement of trail regulations. There is no special lighting pro-
vided on the trail.
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Summaries
Of
Rail-Trail Studies
Public Perceptions
Public Safety
Crime
Properly Values
Benefits
Compiled by the
National Park Service
Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance Program
Allegheny Field Office, Morgantown, WV
(304) 293-2941 x2446
November 1998
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From: Living Along Trails: What People Expect and Find. MN-DNR. 1980.
A comparison of responses given by landowners adjacent to 2 proposed rail-trails and 2
existing rail-trails.
PUBLIC PERCEPTIONS
Opposition to proposed recreational trails in MN is widespread among rural and urban
landowners.
Landowners along existing trails reported fewer actual problems than those expected by
landowner along proposed trails.
Expected problems along proposed trails are more in the category of apprehensions than
real negative experiences.
Many of the expected problems are often rooted in mistrust of the managing entity.
Comparisons between Expected and Found
Local people would use & enjoy this trail 34-64% 95%
Trails mean more vandalism & other crimes 72-75%
Trail users steal 3%
There is enough patrol to control users 52%
Winter users trespass 30%
Summer users trespass 5%
A trail would be a bonus for local business 15% 69%
DNR can be trusted to manage a trail 16-28% 90%
From: Evaluation of the Burke-Gilman Trail's Effect on Property Values and Crime.
Seattle WA Engineering Department. 1987.
PROPERTY VALUES
Property near, but not immediately adjacent to the trail is significantly easier to sell, and according to
real estate agents, sells for an average of 6% more.
Property adjacent to the trail is only slightly easier to sell, and sells for 0-0.5% more.
Residents who bought their homes after the trail was opened are most likely to view the trail as a
positive factor that increases the values of their home.
Longtime residents who bought their homes prior to the opening of the trail are generally less likely
to view the trail as an economic asset.
Real estate advertisements that promote properties as being on or near the trail tend to be from the
companies that regularly sell homes near the trail.
PUBIC SAFETY
Homes immediately adjacent to the trail did not experience an increase in burglaries and vandalism
as a result of the trail.
In the 8 years since the trail has been open, there has been an average of 2 incidences of
vandalism or break-ins per year where a trail user was thought to be involved. This is well below
the neighborhood average, which would expect about 5 incidents per year for that number of homes
along the trail.
Police officers stated that there was not a greater incidence of burglaries and vandalism of homes
along the trail. They attributed this to the absence of motor vehicles.
Police officers said there would be no significant trail problems as long as parking lots were away
from the trail, and bollards prevented motor vehicle use.
Not a single resident felt the trail should be closed.
Less than 3% said there were any problems associated with the trail that were serious enough to
cause them to consider moving.
Almost 2/3 of the residents felt the trail increased the quality of life in the neighborhood.
Two of the residents surveyed indicated that they had been leaders in the group opposing the trail,
and that they now believe the trail is the best thing that has happened to the neighborhood.
Although not included in the survey, 13% of those surveyed brought up the problem of user conflicts
(ie speeding bicyclists) on the trail.
The trail has twice as many users as had been originally forecasted. High use is a problem of
success, and may require trail design changes, educating users, and enforcing trail regulations.
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From: The Effect of Greenways on Property Values and Public Safety. A joint study
by The Conservation Fund and Colorado State Parks, State Trails Program. 1994.
Data was obtained from 7 separate surveys (adjacent landowners, real estate agents, patrol
officers, real estate ads) of 3 different greenways along natural waterways in residential areas.
Conclusions
Concerns that urban trails might adversely affect public safety and property value in surrounding
neighborhoods are not substantiated.
The effect of a trail on the neighboring property is beneficial, rather than detrimental.
The general opinion is that trails are an amenity to the neighborhoods around them; they increase
the desirability of property and provide a space for young children and adults of all ages to play.
PROPERTY VALUES
Survey of Real Estate Agents.
73% believed a home adjacent to a trail would be easier to sell.
55% believed a home adjacent to a trail would sell for more.
64% believed homes located a block away from the trail would be easier to sell.
The likelihood of the trail having an effect on the price of the home was less than 10%.
Survey of Residents of Single Family Homes Adjacent to a Trail.
57% believed the trail would make the home easier to sell.
29% believed that the location of the trail would increase the selling price of their home.
57% had lived in their homes prior to construction of the trail.
29% were positively influenced by the trail in their decision to buy.
Survey of Residents of Townhomes, Apartments, and Condos Adjacent to a Trail.
0% believed the trail would decrease the selling price. of their home.
42% thought it would increase the selling price of their home.
75% lived in their homes prior to construction of the trail.
17% were positively influenced by the trail in their decision to move there.
PUBLIC SAFETY
Only one resident was concerned. They had experienced vandalism, and successfully installed
more lights. Even with the inconvenience, they felt that the trail increased their quality of life.
Patrol officers did not have concerns for public safety along the trails when they were used during
regular daylight hours. No public safety issues could be directly linked to the trail
People rely on their cars, and are more likely to congregate in the parking lot.
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From: Letters from Law Enforcement Officers Regarding their Rail-Trails.
Letters submitted to and provided by the Rails to Trails Conservancy, 1997.
CRIME
** The Yough River Trail has not caused any increase in the amount of crimes reported,
and the few reported incidents are minor in nature and the numbers are insignificant (ie sign
& bench vandalism, stolen bicycles). Elizabeth Township PA Police Department.
**. We have found that the Yough River Trail brings in so many people that it has actually
lead to a decrease in problems we formally encountered, such as underage drinking along
the river banks. The increased presence of people on the trail has contributed to this
problem being reduced. Elizabeth Township PA Police Department.
** We have had no incidents of crimes being committed against users or property in the
vicinity of the Riverswalk Trail. City of Johnstown PA Police Department.
** We have had incidents of underage drinking and some drug abuse occur on the
Riverswalk Trail, but these incidents are extremely rare and are not creating a
problem/concern. City of Johnstown PA Police Department.
** The bike path in Burlington is the scene of 0.0013% of all calls between 1990-91,
making it one of the safest places in Burlington. S. Burlington VT Police Department.
** The Stowe Recreation Path has had only 44 complaints in their 4 years of operation. A
long-standing problem with groups of thieves resulted in 25 of the 44 complaints that were
larcenies from tourists' vehicles parked at remote parking lots. S. Burlington VT Police
Department.
** No reports of rape or sexual assault were reported on the paths in Stowe or Burlington.
S. Burlington VT Police Department.
** There has been no increase in crime in Stowe or Burlington that is attributable to the
bike paths. S. Burlington VT Police Department.
** Crime & the fear of crime do not flourish in an environment of high energy and healthy
interaction among law abiding community members. S. Burlington VT Police Department.
** When the Rails to Trails project was first being developed in Midland County, concerns
about crime and security were brought up. Happily, we have no major problems on our Rail
Trails. Midland County MI Sheriffs Department.
** The incidents that we have had are for the most part misuse of the Trail, such as go-cart
or motorcycle riding. Crime has NOT been a factor on or near the Rail Trail. Midland
County MI Sheriff's Department.
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** In 1995, 8 calls were received on the Rail Trail, none of which required a formal report.
In 1996, 8 calls were received, with one requiring a ticket for minor in possession of tobacco
products. Midland County MI Sheriffs Department.
** In WI, the Sugar River State Park Trail has almost no crime associated with it, and it is a
very popular tourist attraction. Its success has moved the County to acquire another trail,
the Cheese Country Recreational Trail. Green County WI Sheriffs Department.
** In WI, no significant problems have been experienced due to the Glacial Drumlin State
Park Trail. There has not been a significant increase in calls for service. Waukesha WI
Sheriffs Department.
** The bicycle trail may be of benefit to law enforcement as the use of the trail by our
community residents places them in areas that typically were not immediately accessible by
law enforcement officers. These residents are in the position of reporting incidents that may
have otherwise remained unreported. Waukesha WI Sheriffs Department.
** When the trail was first constructed, there was concern the trail would invite crime.
However, in fact, it has had no impact on the crime rate. City of Bloomington IN Police
Department.
** In Larkspur, CA, the majority of calls received about incidents along bike paths and
railroad right-of-ways are usually about transient types living or sleeping in bushes in
makeshift shelters. Occasionally, residents will report youth gatherings or suspicious
subjects loitering and/or drinking in a certain area. Twin Cities CA Police Authority.
** We have not experienced an increase in crime since the trail was developed. We
believe the development of the trail was a good idea. Twin Cities CA Police Authority.
** The area through which the North Augusta Greenway Trail runs is upper middle level
neighborhoods, wooded secluded areas, older established neighborhoods, and existing city
parks. There has been no significant increase or decrease in the amount of crime in any of
these areas. City of N. Augusta SC Dept of Public Safety.
** While we have had a few instances of unauthorized 4-wheelers and a few bicycle
mishaps which caused a police action, we have had no crime to speak of occurring on or
attributable to the Greenway. City of N. Augusta SC Dept of Public Safety.
** Over the last 5 years, only 2 incidents of vandalism (spray paint on the asphalt)
occurred, and this was in an area that is a frequent loitering place for juveniles with little
supervision. City of Louisville OH Police Department.
** When the Rail-Trail project was being planned 6 years ago, I was concerned for the
safety of citizens due to the remote area. I strongly encouraged the placement of
emergency call boxes along the trail. They never needed to be installed. City of Louisville
OH Police Department.
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SECURITY
** In Burlington, most of the trail patrol is done by non-police personnel who have a
communication link to regular officers. S. Burlington VT Police Department.
** In Stowe, VT, the police do not routinely patrol the path. S. Burlington VT Police
Department.
** As part of the Rural Community Policing Initiative, bicycle patrol service is being
introduced on the trail and in the county parks with the intent to increase police presence
and to enlist the support of users in reporting crime. Waukesha WI Sheriffs Department.
** The Constitution Trail is not visible from city streets for over half of the layout, and
cannot be patrolled by conventional methods. Occasionally we put our Bike Patrol Officers
on the trail as a public relations maneuver as there is very little crime created on or near the
trail. City of Bloomington IN Police Department.
** The trail use grows continuously and we have implemented a part-time bike patrol to ride
the N. Augusta Greenway as part of our community policing initiatives. The only suggestion
i would make would be to provide some type of emergency call stations along the trail to
summon police or medical help when needed. City of N. Augusta SC Dept of Public Safety.
** Police regularly patrol the area, but it is unlikely that anyone will travel the path for more
than a quarter mile without coming into contact with other path users, who also have the
effect of patrol. City of Louisville OH Police Department.
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BENEFITS
** Along the Youghiogheny River Trail in PA, the trail has not caused any inconvenience to
property owners along the trail. The residents seem to enjoy having the trail near their
homes. Elizabeth Township PA Police Department.
** The Youghiogheny River Trail has spawned new businesses along the trail. We now
have several bike sales and repair shops, new restaurants, convenience stores, and ice
cream stands that have been opened. Elizabeth Township PA Police Department.
** The Youghiogheny River Trail brings in thousands of users each year and has lead to
several organized rides by various organizations such as the Girl Scouts and local Council
of Governments. Elizabeth Township PA Police Department.
** Based on our experience with the trail, we see no reason for any municipality to fear
having a trail established. The Yough River Trail is a success that can only lead to better
things for our community. Elizabeth Township PA Police Department.
** Burlington, VT police feel that bike paths provide a healthy way of linking neighborhoods.
Bike paths are likely to have a positive effect on the overall safety of the public. S.-
Burlington VT Police Department.
** The quality of life is enhanced through improved physical fitness, a safer mode of
transportation for cyclists and pedestrians, and the potential for less crime overall in the
communities. S. Burlington VT Police Department.
** We have seen some of the neighboring residents have improved the development of
their properties adjacent to the trail. City of Bloomington IN Police Department.
** The Constitution Trail can be considered a resource which is enjoyed by the populace of
both Bloomington and Normal. City of Bloomington IN Police Department.
** The development of this Rail-Trail Park has been a very positive experience for the
entire community. The park receives a lot of use from the public. Midland County MI
Sheriffs Department.
** Since the Jim Mayer Riverswalk Trail has been here, the only comments we have heard
have been all positive. From our perspective, the trail has been an asset to our community.
Johnstown PA Police Department.
** From a police and a citizen's point of view, the trail was a great idea! City of N. Augusta
SC Dept of Public Safety.
** The high volume of use by families has created a community ownership of the path,
resulting in very few criminal complaints and high cleanliness. City of Louisville OH Police
Department.
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From: Economic Impacts of Protecting Rivers, Trails and Greenway Corridors: A
Resource Book. Prepared by Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance, National
Park Service. 4th edition. 1995.
One implication of the studies listed below might be that increases in nearby property values
depend upon the ability of developers, planners, and greenway proponents to successfully integrate
neighborhood development and open space.
Designing greenways to minimize potential homeowner / park user conflicts and maximize the
access and views of the greenway can help to avoid a decrease in property values of immediately
adjacent properties.
PROPERTY VALUES
The potential for an increase in property value depends on the characteristics of the open space
and the orientation of surrounding properties. Property value increases are likely to be highest near
those greenways which:
Highlight open space rather than highly developed facilities,
Have limited vehicular access, but some recreational access, and
Have effective maintenance and security. (Brown and Conelly; Colwell, 1986)
In Boulder CO, the average value of property adjacent to a greenbelt is 32% higher than those 3200
feet away. (Correll, Lillydahl, and Singell, 1978)
In Salem OR, urban land adjacent to a greenbelt zoning is worth approximately $1200 more per
acre than properties 1000 feet away. However, rural farmland values within the zoning decreases in
value by $1.700 per acre. (Nelson, 1986)
In Worcester MA, an analysis of property surrounding 4 parks showed that a house located 20 feet
from a park sold for $2675 (1982 dollars) more than a similar house located 2000 feet away. (More,
Stevens, and Allen, 1982)
In Dayton OH, the proximity of the Cox Arboretum and park accounted for an estimated 5% of the
average residential selling price. (Kimmel, 1985)
In Columbus OH, the proximity of Whetstone Park and river accounted for 7.35% of selling prices.
(Kimmel, 1985)
In Philadelphia PA, the proximity of the 1300 acre Pennypack Park significantly affected property
values. In 1974, the park accounted for 33% of the value of a plot of land when located 40 feet
away from the park, 9% when located 1000 feet away, and 4.2% at a distance of 2500 feet.
(Hammer, Coughlin and Horn, 1974)
Landowners along 3 rail-trails reported that their proximity to the trails had not adversely affected
the desirability or values of their properties. Along a suburban trail in CA, the majority of the owners
felt that the trail would make their properties sell more easily and at increased values. (NPS and PA
State University, 1992)
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Along the Luce Line rail-trail in MN, the majority of owners (87%) believed the trail increased or had
no effect on the value of their property. About half (56%) of farmland residents thought the trail had
no effect on their land values. However, 61 % of the suburban residential owners noted an increase
in their property value as a result of the trail. (Mazour, 1988)
New owners felt the trail had a more positive effect on adjacent property values than did continuing
owners. (Mazour, 1988)
Appraisers and real estate agents claimed that trails were a positive selling point for suburban
residential property, hobby farms, farmland proposed for development, and some types of small
town commercial property. (Mazour, 1988)
QUALITY OF LIFE BENEFITS
The importance of quality of life (QOL) in an area is increasingly cited as a major factor in corporate
and business location decisions. One aspect of QOL is a location with convenient access to natural
settings, recreational and cultural opportunities, and open space.
Greenways, rivers and trails contribute to QOL, and their use is a benefit to corporate employees for
exercise and relaxation, resul ing in increased efficiency and decreased health costs.
Quality of life for employees was the 31" most important factor in locating a business. The first two
factors were access to domestic markets and availability of skilled labor. (Cushman and Wakefield,
1989)
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"Outdoor lifestyle and recreation opportunities" were listed by CEOs as the reason they chose
Arizona to relocate or expand their firms, bringing 70 firms, 27800 jobs and $970 million in indirect
salaries and wages. (Valley National Bank, 1980)
The American River Bike Trail in Sacramento CA is included as an important outdoor recreation
amenity in the Chamber of Commerce publication "All About Business in Sacramento." The trail is
considered to be evidence of the high quality of life, as well as one of Sacramento's treasures.
(Sacramento Chamber of Commerce, 1990)
A study group of employees in San Jose CA showed that those who exercised regularly had 14%
lower medical claims, 30% fewer hospital days, and 41 % fewer claims greater than $5000. (City of
San Jose, 1988)
A 1984 study of the office staff of Houston's Prudential Insurance Company found that higher levels
of employee fitness lowers major medical and disability costs. There was a savings of $1.93 for
every dollar invested in the program. (Wellness Councils of America, 1989)
In 1991 the average American family paid nearly 12% of average family income for health care. By
the year 2000, families will be paying over 16% of their income for health care. (Families USA
Foundation study)
For every mile a person walks or runs, they will save society $0.24 per mile in medical and other
costs. These figures are the results of a theoretical model developed by the Rand Corporation.
(Mens Fitness Magazine, 1992)
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TOWN OF AVON
ORDINANCE NO.
SERIES OF 2000
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE REAL PROPERTY TRANSFER TAX
WHEREAS, the Town Council wishes to amend the Real Property Transfer Tax, and
WHEREAS, this amendment is revenue neutral.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
AVON, COLORADO, that:
Subsection 3.12.070E repealed and reenacted.
Subsection 3.12.070E of the Avon Municipal Code is hereby repealed and reenacted as follows:
"Transfers made pursuant to reorganization, merger or consolidation of corporations,
or by a subsidiary to a parent corporation for no consideration other than cancellation
or surrender of the subsidiary's stock, or transfers made to a corporation, partnership,
limited partnership, joint venture, business trust or other association or organization,
if that association or organization is owned by the persons by whom such transfer
was made, if such owners have the same relative interests in such association or
organization as they had in the real property immediately prior to such transfer and
there is no consideration other than their respective interests in the new association."
2. Subsection P added to section 3.12.070.
A new subsection P is hereby added to section 3.12.070 of the Avon Municipal Code, to read as
follows:
"The subsequent transfer of a residence involved in a "tax free" or "tax deferred"
trade under the Internal Revenue Code wherein the interim owner acquires property
for the sole purpose of reselling that property as part of a qualified exchange and the
property is resold within 6 months after the first transfer. In these cases, the first
transfer of title is subject to the Real Property Transfer Tax and the subsequent
transfer will only be exempt as long as a transfer tax has been paid in connection with
the first transfer or such residence in such exchange. In the event the consideration
for the subsequent transfer is greater than the consideration for the first transfer,
transfer tax shall be due on such increased amount of consideration."
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INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, APPROVED AND ORDERED POSTED,
this day of , 2000, and a public hearing on this Ordinance shall be held at the
regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Avon, Colorado on the day of
, 2000, at 5:30 p.m., in the Municipal Building of the Town of Avon, Colorado.
Judy Yoder, Mayor
Attest:
Kris Nash, Town Clerk
INTRODUCED, PASSED ON SECOND READING, APPROVED AND ORDERED POSTED,
this day of , 2000.
Judy Yoder, Mayor
Attest:
Kris Nash, Town Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Burt Levin, Town Attorney
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
July 11, 2000 - 5:30 PM
1. Call to Order / Roll Call
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Citizen Input
a.) Mayor Protein Election
b.) Real Estate Transfer Tax Appeal, 0288 West Beaver Creek Blvd. (West d Investments)
c.) Real Estate Transfer Tax Appeal, 2481 Buffalo Head, Wildridge (Whi ey Grundtisch)
d.) Eagle River Water and Sanitation District (Rick Sackbauer) -7' - cr - 8
e.) Sunridge Phase 11 (Rick Barnes) 771 7
3. Ordinances
a.) Second Reading of Ordinance No. 00-07, Series of 2000, An Ordinance Authorizing the
Execution and Delivery by the Town of a First Amendment to a Prior Lease Purchase and
Sublease Agreement and an Official Statement; Approving the Assignment of the Town's
Interest in a Contract to Purchase Real Property; Ratifying Action Previously Taken
Concerning the Referenced Transactions; and Providing Other Matters Relating Thereto
PUBLIC HEARING
b.) First Reading of Ordinance No. 00-08, Series of 2000, An Ordinance Amending Chapter
l 11?/ 15.40 of the Avon Municipal Code Relating to Solid Fuel Burning Devices
4. Resolutions
5. Unfinished Business
6. New Business
7. Town Manager Report
8. Town Attorney Report
9. Mayor Report:
10. Other Business' "
11. Consent Agenda
a.) Approval of the June 27, 2000 Council Meeting Minutes tVIO? i '
b.) Basketball Court Design Proposal pok`w-r, Z ? -
c.) Resolution No. 00-33, Series of 2000, A Resolution Approving and Fixing the Particular
Location of a Portion of the West Avon Bike and Pedestrian Trail
12. Adjournment fi?_ C4'w- t f `_
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MEMORANDUM
FROM: Burt Levin
TO: Hon. Mayor and Town Council
CC: Bill Efting
RE: Appeal of Denial of Application For Real Estate Transfer Tax Exemption:
0288 West Beaver Creek Blvd. (Westlund Investments: Grantee)
DATE: June 5, 2000
Section 3.12.070 of the Town Code provides that "Any person whose claim of exemption
[from the town's real estate transfer tax] is denied may, within thirty days of transmittal
of the decision of the town manager, appeal to the town council for a determination of
such exemption ...."
An appeal of the Town's denial of the application of Westlund Investments for an
exemption from the transfer tax for the above property is scheduled for the regular
council meeting of June 27, 2000.
The basis for the Town's initial denial of the application for exemption from the tax, as
well as the applicant's argument in favor of the exemption, is set forth in the attached
paperwork, and summarized as follows. I do not grant exemptions from the tax unless a
specific provision of the Town Code requires it: the tax is imposed, except as provided in
§§ 3.12.050 and 060, "on all transfers of interests ... in and to real estate." Section
3.12.050 exempts transfers where the amount of consideration is five hundred dollars or
less; and § 3.12.060 lists specific exemptions nominated A. through O.
There is not an exemption in the Avon Code for so called 1031 exchanges (or reverse
1031 exchanges), and so I have consistently denied requests for exemptions based on
them. ("1031 exchanges" receive favorable tax treatment under a provision of the federal
tax code.)
During the appeal hearing the applicant will make an argument in favor of its application
for an exemption, and I will argue that the application should be denied by the Council.
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June 5, 2000
Burt Levin, Esq.
Town Attorney
Town of Avon
P.O. Box 975
Avon, CO 81620
VIA FACSIMILE
Dear Mr. Levin:
Pursuant to Section 3.12.070 of the Avon Code, the Grantee, Westlund Investments,
("Westland") hereby appeals the Town of Avon's denial of the transfer tax exemption
previously filed (a copy of which is attached) and requests a hearing before the town
council for consideration of this appeal.
The balance of this letter will set forth the nature of the transactions involved as well as
the rationale for the exemption appeal.
As evidenced in the attached documents, the Grantor, Dirty Devil River Development
Co., ("Dirty Devil's took title to the property known as 0288 W. Beaver Creek Blvd.,
Unit L-1 (the "New Property") on November 11, 1998 as an accommodation under
Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code for Westland so that he could complete a
1031 exchange. This property was purchased by Westlund to complete his exchange on
April 17, 2000 and we are asking for exemption from the double application of the Avon
Land Transfer Tax.
Westlund owned property in Minnesota for many years (the "Old Property"). He desired
to sell this property and buy a new property in Avon. In order to defer the tax on the
gain, he wisbed to structure the transaction as a 1031 exchange. However, before the sale
of the Old Property could be closed, be found the perfect New Property in Avon.
Under Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code, Westlund could sell his Old Property,
and by reinvesting the proceeds into the New Property, defer both the Federal and State
income taxes on the gain. Section 1031 also requires that exchanger (i.e. Westlund) use a
"Qualified Intermediary" in order to conform to its provisions.
Westlund retained Professional Exchange Aceommodators, L.L.C. ("PEA") to act as his
Qualified Intermediary. To facilitate the timing of this particular transaction, PEA agreed to
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structure the transaction as a "Reverse Exchange", whereby PEA would form a separate
corporation, Dirty Devil River Development Co., which would buy and hold the New
Property. Dirty Devil would then hold this property until Westlund sold his Old Property.
The Old Property has been sold and Westlund has now taken title to the New Property from
Dirty Devil.
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Dirty Devil Development Co.
The net effect of the Reverse Exchange is that Westlund ends up exactly Where he would
have been in a Straight Exchange with the correct timing sequence, with one problem: he
would pay the Avon transfer tax twice - the first time when Dirty Devil closed on the
purchase of the New Property and the second when Dirty Devil sold the New Property to
Westlund.
For this reason, we request that the second application of the Avon Land Tramfer Yiar be
exempted upon the transfer to Westlund from Dirty Devil, on April 17, 2000.
Many jwisdictions exempt 1031 exchanges from double taxation. For example, in Article
IX, Section 4,(c)(iii)(L), Beaver Crcek exempts from double taxation "'The subsequent
transfer of a Site involved in a "tax free" or "tax deferred" trade under the revenue code
wherein the m- terirn owner acquires property for the sole purpose of reselling that
property ......
T hereby certify under penalty of perjury that die foregoing statement is true and correct.
Professional Exchange Accommodators, L.L.C.
Thomas H. McMillen, Exchange Consultant
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Westlund Investments
P.O. Box 668
Hutchinson, MN 55350
Re: Denial of Transfer Tax Exemption Application: 0288 W. Beaver Creek Blvd,
Unit L-1
To Whom It May Concern:
The Town of Avon has received and considered your request for an exemption from
the transfer tax owed on the transfer of the above property. 1 am providing this response on
behalf of the Town Manager. Based on the information you provided, the Avon Code does
not provide an exemption.
Unless an exemption applies, the Avon transfer tax applies to transfers in which the
consideration for the transfer is more than $500. The transfer described in your application is
for $179,400. The grounds for exemptions are set forth in § 3.12.060 of the Avon Code. The
Code does not include an exemption for transfers over $500 which are made in order to
obtain favorable tax treatment under the federal or state tax laws. In other words, there is not
an exemption for so called 1031 exchanges.
Pursuant to § 3.12.070 of the Avon Code, you may appeal this denial to the Town
Council within 30 days after you receive this notice.
Si cerely yours,
Burt Levin
Town Attorney
cc: Gary Gorman, Professional Exchange Accomodators, LLC
Michael J. Brudwick, Eagle Co. Title Co.
Bill Efting, Town Manager
Julie Kessenich, Accounting Assistant
Post Office Box 975
400 Benchmark Road
Aron. Colorado 81620
970-748-4000
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unacA zox FOR mmZPTION
PXAL PROPERTy TRANSFER TAX
The undersigned, as rrtntee of a dead or instrument of conveyance
of Lot , 81?,•-Y _ of ,Filing.
0288 W:-Beaver Creek Blvd., Unit L-1, Avon ,
Street Address
complex Name tsild?.ng/tJnit #
Westlund Investments (Names of Grantee)
P.C. Box 666, Mitchinson, Mw 55350 (Mailing Address)
$$179,400 (Amount of consideration) dated 3117/2000 hereby applies
for exemption from the payment of the Avon Real Property Transfer
Tax, imposed by Chapter 3-12 of the 2hunicipal Code of the Town of
Avon.
The basis for such exemption is :
Reverse 1031 Exchange: Please see attached Exhibit A
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(state grounds for requested exemption, including applicable
section and subsection or the Real Proper Transfer Tax ordinance
under which the exemption is requeste?. Attach supporting
docu=aents if necessary for full understanding of transaction,
preferably affidavit, setting out additional de ails concerninc
the transaction for which exampt status in .being requested).
= hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the foreaoinc
s'Latement is true and correct.
WESTLUND INVESTMENTS 5/1/2000
Grantee Date
I hereby certify that the above described transfer of rea
property should be lexempted'from the payment of the Avon Rea,
Property Transfer Tax under chapter 3.12, section 3.12.060 of thi
Munzci.pal Code of the Town of Avon.
Town Manager Date
I bersby cex-J-f y that thle above described transfer of rea
p should be exempted from the Payment of the Avon Rea
property Transfer Tax under Chapter 3.12.060 of the Hunicipal Cod
of the Town of Avon.
Town attorney Date
Rev 7/93
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EXHIBIT A
APPLICATION FOR EXEMPTION
FROM AVON LAND TRANSFER TAX
Request:
The Grantee, Westlund Investments, ("Westland") hereby requests exemption from the
second payment of the Avon Land Transfer Tax imposed by Chapter 3.12 of the Avon
Municipal Code, of the Town of Avon.
As evidenced in the attached documents, the Grantor, Dirty Devil River Development
Co_, ("Dirty Devil") took title to the property known as 0288 W. Beaver Creek Blvd.,
Unit I. -I (the "New Property") on November 11, 1998 as an accommodation under
Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code for Westlund so that he could complete a
1031 exchange. This property was purchased by Westlund to complete his exchange on
April 17, 2000 and we are asking for exemption from the double application of the Avon
Land Transfer Tax.
Facts:
Westlund o*,vncd property in Minnesota for many years (the "Old Property"). He desired
to sell this property and buy a new property in Avon. In order to defer the tax on the
gain, he wished to structure the transaction as a 1031 exchange. However, before the sale
of the Old Property could be closed, he found the perfect New Property in Avon.
Under Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code, Westlund could sell his Old Property,
and by reinvesting the proceeds into the New Property, defer both the Federal and State
income taxes on the gain. Section 1031 also requires that exchanger (i.e. Westlund) use a
"Qualified Intermediary" in order to conform to its provisions.
Westlund retained Professional Exchange Accommodators, L.L.C. ("PEA") to act as his
Qualified Intermediary. To facilitate the timing of this particular transaction, PEA agreed to
structure the transaction as a "Reverse Exchange", whereby PEA would form a separate
corporation, Dirty Devil River Development Co., which would buy and hold the New
Property. Dirty Devil would then hold this property until Westlund sold his Old Property-
The Old Property has been sold and Westland has now taken title to the New Property from
Dirty Devil.
The net tffect-of the Reverse Exchange is that Westlund_ends up exactly where he would
have been in a Straight Exchange with the correct timing sequence, with one problem: he
would pay the Avon transfer tax twice - the first time when Dirty Devil closed on the
purchase of the New Property and the second when Dirty Devil sold the New Property to
Westlund.
For this reason, we request that the second application of the Avon Land
Transfer Tax be exempted upon the transfer to Westlund, from Dirty Devil, on
April 17, 2000.
Dirty Devil Development Co.
Statutory Handling of 1031 Exchanges:
Many jurisdictions exempt 1031 exchanges from double taxation. For example, in Article
1X, Section 4,(c)(iii)(E), Beaver Creek exempts from double taxation "The subsequent
transfer of a Site involved in a "tax free" or "tax deferred" trade under the revenue code
wherein the interim owner acquires property for the sole purpose of reselling that property...".
Request for Meeting:
Should the Town of. Avon need more information in order to rule on this Application for
Exemption, or should the Town of Avon be inclined to deny this Application, we hereby
request a meeting to address such questions or concerns raised.
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Additional Information:
Should additional information be required, the following individual should be contacted:
Michael J. Brudwick
Eagle County Title Corporation
The N orwest Center, # 104
0070 Benchmark Rd., Suite 104
Avon, CO 81620
Affidavit:
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the foregoing statement is true and correct.
Professional Exchange Accommodators, L.L.C.
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Purak-ae Price Depo&it or Ean-ast P'SAY ............................
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75.00
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T. r•.ertif tone(s) to Eagle qty Title............
Dmmmitary Fee ..................................... 3 190.00
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168,921.34 5,751.46
163,169.88
Balance due frcm Buyer
168,921.34 168,921.34
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The above fi.9tues do not include sales or use teas on persural gcvperty.
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BUYERS SETTLE STATEMENT
(Fxfchangor) Intermediary
Buyer s forFWBBTLUM EXCHMGE a Qualified
Sellers DIRTY DEVIL RIVER DEVELOPMENT CO., a Colorado corporation
property 278 Benchmark road, gL-1
Address: Avon CO 81620
.serow Number: 321289
Escrow Officer: Michael J• Brudwick
Purchase Price.... ...............................
Cloning Fee to Eagle County Title.. ..-•••••-•
owners Title Policy to Eagle County Title..........
Tax Certificate(s) to Eagle County Title............
Documentary Fee ....................................
Town Transfer Tax ...................................
Recording of need .................................
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Recording of Release....... ... ....
please of option to Eagle County Title........,
cord TN Affidavit to Eagle County Title ..........
wrier Fees to Eagle County Title..........
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Totals
Settlement Data!
Expenses Credits
179,400.00
75.00
412.00
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15.00
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60.00
47,617.97
163,592.94 41,617.97
135,974.97
183,592.94 183,592.94
The above figure do not include sales or use taxes on personal Property.
I/Wc hereby a owledge receipt of this statement.
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Issue: Countywide bike path
We received, on the 20d' of June, a request for an easement that would place the
bike path on or adjacent to our property. Our letter to the town council on June 22°d stated
our concerns regarding the privacy, safety, security, and the noise and traffic that the bike
path would bring into our neighborhood. We appreciate the opportunity the council has
provided us to hear our concerns first hand.
Today, and for the last 19 years, the people who live in our buildings F through J
have enjoyed the tranquillity of their backyards. Today this part of our property is lawn
that borders trees, an irrigation ditch, and the Eagle River. These buildings contain 11
units each. There are 55 families and their children that use and play in this area. The
proposed alignment of the bike path will drastically change our neighborhood for the
worst. Every person on the path will become a peeping Tom. Our children who play on
the lawn will be in danger of being hit by a person on a bicycle. Bike paths are public
thoroughfares that do not close at night. This path will provide easy and legal access for
those who wish to do mischief. I asked public works if a survey had been done as to how
many people would use the path. They said that to their knowledge no studies had been
done. We believe that 20 to 50 people an hour would not be an exaggeration. This alone
would create noise and commotion where none exists today.
We understand that the path will be on or adjacent to our property. WV also
understand that probably hundreds of people a day may be using this particular path. The
challenge is how to minimize the adverse affects that this path will bring onto our
community. Obviously, the further the path is located away from the buildings the less
the intrusion. In our meetings with Miss Marten and Mr. wood, we asked why the path
could not be located along the river or on the irrigation ditch. Miss Martens explained to
us that there were environmental concerns as to the number of trees that would have to be
cut down. And Miss Martens explained that it would be much more costly to put the path
along the river or on the irrigation ditch. Miss Martens did not offer to us what the
estimated price was for the construction of the path either in its proposed alignment or if
it was built on the ditch or along the river. Miss Martens also told us of a rumor she had
heard about the Arrowhead people abandoning the ditch. Miss Martens didn't think this
would happen but didn't know for sure. Public Works has never shown us any plans or
cost estimates that would align the path along the river or on the irrigation ditch. We do
not believe enough effort has been put forth to find and cost another alignment. Because,
this bike path will constitute a permanent intrusion into our neighborhood, the Town
Council must balance the adverse affects that the proposed alignment will bring to the
Sunridge Neighborhood against the cost of building the path along the river or on the
location of the irrigation ditch. We are requesting that the Town Council table any further
action on the path until the council can better balance the cost of constructing the path
along the river or on the irrigation ditch with the safety, security, privacy, and tranquillity
of this established neighborhood.
Mr. Levin has told us that he will begin condemnation proceedings against the
Sunridge Association on Friday, July 140'. We received Mr. Levin's easement proposals
on the 20`h of June. This has put a time burden on the board of directors of our
Association. We are asking the Town Council to look into a new alignment to the path. If
over our objections the town council stays with the currently proposed alignment, we
then would want to discuss other alternatives to minimizing the adverse affects this path
has on our community. We have already spoken with Miss Martens and Mr. Wood about
a privacy fence. We would want to see a higher and longer fence than has been offered in
the easement proposals. The easement proposal does not state what materials would be
used or who would be responsible for the maintenance of a fence.
We also have problems with the appraisal. We know that the Town of Avon will
pay for a second appraisal. We did not want to order a second appraisal, at the town's
expense, until the town council rules on our request for a study of the alignment of the
path. Once the Town Council rules on our request if needed we can immediately order a
second appraisal and have our attorneys move on the easement proposals. Condemnation
proceedings will cause both the town and our association legal fees that we in good faith
can avoid. We ask the town council to table any motions for condemnation until first, the
council rules on our request for further study as to the alignment of the path, second, we
have a second appraisal done, and third we have an opportunity to negotiate an easement
agreement. Do to the fact that we did not receive the easement agreements until the 20th
of June, we believe condemnation proceedings at this time are premature.
We thank the Mayor and Town Council for giving us the opportunity to present
our concerns and requests.
STATE OF COLORADO )
COUNTY OF EAGLE ) SS
TOWN OF AVON )
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN OF A PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE TOWN COUNCIL
OF THE TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO AT 5:30 P.M. ON THE I Ith DAY OF JULY, 2000,
AT THE TOWN OF AVON MUNICIPAL BUILDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF
CONSIDERING THE ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 00-07, SERIES OF 2000:
An Ordinance Authorizing the Execution and Delivery by the Town of a First Amendment to a
Prior Lease Purchase and Sublease Agreement and an Official Statement; Approving the
Assignment of the Town's Interest in a Contract to Purchase Real Property; Ratifying Action
Previously Taken Concerning the Referenced Transactions; and Providing Other Matters
Relating Thereto
A copy of said Ordinance is attached hereto, and is also on file at the office of the Town Clerk,
and may be inspected during regular business hours.
0 Following this hearing, the Council may consider final passage of this Ordinance.
This notice is given and posted by order, of the Town Council of the Town of Avon, Colorado
Dated this 28th day of June, 2000.
TO F AVON, COLORADO
BY:
s
n Clerk
POSTED AT THE FOLLOWING PUBLIC PLACES WITHIN THE TOWN OF AVON ON
JUNE 30, 2000:
AVON MUNICIPAL BUILDING IN THE MAIN LOBBY
AVON BEAVER CREEK TRANSIT BUS STOP AT AVON CENTER
AVON RECREATION CENTER
CITY MARKET IN THE MAIN LOBBY
ORDINANCE NO.00-_jCLZ
SERIES OF 2000
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND
DELIVERY BY THE TOWN OF A FIRST AMENDMENT TO A
PRIOR LEASE PURCHASE AND SUBLEASE AGREEMENT
AND AN OFFICIAL STATEMENT; APPROVING THE
ASSIGNMENT OF THE TOWN'S INTEREST IN A CONTRACT
TO PURCHASE REAL PROPERTY; RATIFYING ACTION
PREVIOUSLY TAKEN CONCERNING THE REFERENCED
TRANSACTIONS; AND PROVIDING OTHER MATTERS
RELATING THERETO.
WHEREAS, the Town of Avon, Eagle County, Colorado (the "Town") is a duly
organized and existing home rule municipality of the State of Colorado, created and operating
pursuant to Article XX of the Constitution of the State of Colorado and the home rule charter of the
Town (the "Charter"); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter XIV of the Charter, the Town is authorized to enter
into one or more leases or lease-purchase agreements for land, buildings, equipment and other
property for governmental or proprietary purposes; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council of the Town (the "Town Council") has determined,
and hereby deems, it is in the best interests of the Town and its inhabitants that the Town assign its
rights in a real property purchase contract dated as of March 5, 2000 (the "Condominium Purchase
Contract") concerning the purchase of 11 condominium units in the Sherwood Meadows
Condominiums (the "2000 Project") to the Town of Avon Finance Authority (the "Lessor"), and that
the Town then lease the 2000 Project from the Lessor pursuant to a Lease Purchase and Sublease
Agreement dated as of July 1, 1998, as amended by the First Amendment to Lease Purchase and
Sublease Agreement dated as of August 1, 2000 (as so amended, the "Lease") both by and between
the Town and the Lessor; and
WHEREAS, the obligation of the Town to pay Base Rentals and Additional Rentals
(both as defined in the Lease) shall be from year to year only; shall constitute currently budgeted
expenditures of the Town; shall not constitute a mandatory charge or requirement in any ensuing
budget year; and shall not constitute a general obligation or other indebtedness or multiple fiscal year
financial obligation of the Town within the meaning of any constitutional, statutory or Charter
limitation or requirement concerning the creation of indebtedness or multiple fiscal year financial
obligations, nor a mandatory payment obligation of the Town in any ensuing fiscal year beyond any
fiscal year during which the Lease shall be in effect; and
WHEREAS, the Lessor and The Bank of Cherry Creek, N.A., as Trustee (the
"Trustee"), will enter into a First Supplement to Mortgage and Indenture of Trust dated as of August
1, 2000 (the "First Supplement") which supplements the previously executed Mortgage and
Indenture of Trust dated as of July 1, 1998 (as so supplemented, the "Indenture"), pursuant to which
there will be issued Certificates of Participation, Series 2000, in the approximate aggregate principal
amount of $2,410,000 (the "Certificates"); and
WHEREAS, the Certificates shall evidence assignments of proportionate undivided
interests in the rights to receive certain Revenues (as defined in the Lease), shall be payable solely
from the sources therein provided, and shall not constitute a general obligation or other indebtedness
or multiple fiscal year financial obligation of the Town within the meaning of any constitutional,
statutory or Charter limitation or requirement concerning the creation of indebtedness or multiple
fiscal year financial obligations, nor a mandatory payment obligation of the Town in any ensuing
fiscal year beyond the current fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, neither the Lease nor the issuance of the Certificates shall directly or
indirectly obligate the Town to make any payments beyond those appropriated for any fiscal year
during which the Lease shall be in effect; and
WHEREAS, there have been presented to the Town Council at this meeting: (i) the
proposed form of the First Amendment, (ii) the proposed form of the Continuing Disclosure
Certificate (the "Continuing Disclosure Certificate") to be provided by the Town; (iii) the proposed
form of the assignment of the Condominium Purchase Contract; (iv) the proposed form of the
Preliminary Official Statement (the "Preliminary Official Statement") relating to the Certificates;
and (v) the proposed form of the Letter of Representations with the Depository Trust Company (the
"Letter of Representations"); and
WHEREAS, no member of the Town Council has any conflict of interest or is
interested in any pecuniary manner in the transactions contemplated by this ordinance;
COLORADO:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF AVON,
Section 1. Short Title. This Ordinance shall be known and may be cited by the
short title "2000 Affordable Housing Financing Ordinance."
Section 2. Ratification and Approval of Prior Actions. All action heretofore
taken (not inconsistent with the provisions of this ordinance) by the Town Council or the officers
or agents of the Town Council or the Town relating to the Condominium Purchase Contract, the
2000 Property and the Lease, including the First Amendment, is hereby ratified, approved and
confirmed. The designation of the Preliminary Official Statement by the Town's Finance Director
as a "nearly final Official Statement" for purposes of Rule 15c2-12 of the U.S. Securities and
Exchange Commission is hereby ratified, approved and confirmed.
Section 3. Finding of Best Interests. The Town Council hereby finds and
determines, pursuant to the Constitution, the laws of the State of Colorado and the Charter, that the
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assignment of the Town's rights under the Condominium Purchase Contract and the acquisition,
construction, equipping and leasing of the 2000 Project under the terms and provisions set forth in
the Lease and the Indenture is necessary, convenient and in furtherance ofthe Town's purposes and
is in the best interests of the inhabitants of the Town, and the Town Council hereby authorizes and
approves the same.
Section 4. Approval of First Amendment. The First Amendment, in substantially
the form presented to this meeting of the Town Council, is in all respects approved, authorized and
confirmed, and the Mayor of the Town is hereby authorized and directed for and on behalf of the
Town to execute and deliver the First Amendment in substantially the form and with substantially
the same content as presented to this meeting of the Town Council.
Section 5. Approval of Official Statement. A final Official Statement, in
substantially the form of the Preliminary Official Statement presented to this meeting of the Town
Council, is in all respects approved and authorized. The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
for and on behalf of the Town to execute and deliver the final Official Statement in substantially the
form and with substantially the same content as the Preliminary Official Statement presented to this
meeting of the Town Council, with such changes as may be approved by the Finance Director. The
distribution by Hanifen, Imhoff Division of Stifel, Nicolaus Co., Inc. (the "Purchaser") of the
Preliminary Official Statement and the final Official Statement to all interested persons in
connection with the sale of the Certificates is hereby ratified, approved and authorized.
Section 6. Authorization to Execute Collateral Documents. The Town Clerk is
hereby authorized and directed to attest all signatures and acts of any official of the Town in
connection with the matters authorized by this ordinance. The Mayor and Town Clerk and other
appropriate officials or employees of the Town are hereby authorized to execute and deliver for and
on behalf of the Town any and all additional certificates, documents, instruments and other papers,
and to perform all other acts that they deem necessary or appropriate, in order to implement and
carry out the transactions and other matters authorized by this ordinance, including but not limited
to the execution of the Letter of Representations, the Continuing Disclosure Certificate and such
other certificates and affidavits as may be reasonably required by the Purchaser. The appropriate
officers of the Town are authorized to execute on behalf of the Town agreements concerning the
deposit and investment of funds in connection with the transactions contemplated by this ordinance.
The execution of any instrument by the aforementioned officers or members of the Town Council
shall be conclusive evidence of the approval by the Town of such instrument in accordance with the
terms hereof and thereof.
Section 7. No General Obligation Debt. No provision of this ordinance, the
Lease, the Indenture, the Preliminary Official Statement, the final Official Statement or the
Certificates shall be construed as creating or constituting a general obligation or other indebtedness
or multiple fiscal year financial obligation of the Town within the meaning of any constitutional,
statutory or Charter provision, nor a mandatory charge or requirement against the Town in any
ensuing fiscal year beyond the then current fiscal year. The Town shall not have any obligation to
M make any payment with respect to the Certificates except in connection with the payment of the Base
Rentals (as defined in the Lease) and certain other payments under the Lease, which payments may
be terminated by the Town in accordance with the provisions of the Lease. Neither the Lease nor
the Certificates shall constitute a mandatory charge or requirement of the Town in any ensuing fiscal
year beyond the then current fiscal year, or constitute or give rise to a general obligation or other
indebtedness or multiple fiscal year financial obligation of the Town within the meaning of any
constitutional, statutory or Charter debt limitation and shall not constitute a multiple fiscal year
direct or indirect Town debt or other financial obligation whatsoever. No provision of the Lease or
the Certificates shall be construed or interpreted as creating an unlawful delegation of governmental
powers nor as a donation by or a lending of the credit of the Town within the meaning of Sections 1
or 2 of Article XI of the Colorado Constitution. Neither the Lease nor the Certificates shall directly
or indirectly obligate the Town to make any payments beyond those budgeted and appropriated for
the Town's then current fiscal year.
Section 8. Reasonableness of Rentals. The Town Council hereby determines and
declares that the Base Rentals do not exceed a reasonable amount so as to place the Town under an
economic compulsion to renew the Lease or to exercise its option to purchase the 2000 Project
pursuant to the Lease. The Town Council hereby determines and declares that the period during
which the Town has an option to purchase the 2000 Project (i.e., the entire maximum term of the
Lease) does not exceed the useful life of the 2000 Project.
Section 9. Repealer. All bylaws, orders, resolutions and ordinances of the Town,
or parts thereof, inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency.
This repealer shall not be construed to revive any other such bylaw, order, resolution or ordinance
of the Town, or part thereof, heretofore repealed.
Section 10. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, clause or other
provision of this ordinance for any reason is invalid or unenforceable, the invalidity or
unenforceability of such section, subsection, paragraph, clause or other provision shall not affect any
of the remaining provisions of this ordinance, the intent being that the same are severable.
Section 11. Effective Date, Recording; and Authentication. This ordinance shall
be in full force and effect seven days after public notice following final passage. This ordinance
shall be numbered and recorded in the official records of the Town kept for that purpose, and shall
be authenticated by the signatures of the Mayor or Mayor Pro-Tem and Town Clerk, and published
in accordance with law.
INTRODUCED, APPROVED ON FIRST READING, AND ORDERED i
PUBLISHED BY POSTING IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CHARTER, June 27, 2000, and a
public hearing on this ordinance shall be held at the regular meeting of the Town Council of the
Town of Avon, Colorado on July 11, 2000, at 5:30 p.m. in the Municipal Building of the Town of
Avon, Colorado.
Mayor
INTRODUCED, FINALLY PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED, on July 11,
2000. 0
Mayor
(SEAL)
ATTESTED:
Town Clerk
STATE OF COLORADO )
COUNTY OF EAGLE ) ss.
TOWN OF AVON )
I, the duly elected, qualified and acting Town Clerk of the Town of Avon, Colorado
(the "Town") do hereby certify:
1. That the foregoing pages are a true, correct, and complete copy of an
ordinance approved on first reading by the Town Council (the "Council") of the Town at a regular
meeting of the Council held at the Municipal Building of the Town on June 27, 2000 and finally
passed and adopted at the regular meeting of the Council held at the Municipal Building of the Town
on July 11, 2000.
2. The Ordinance has been signed by the Mayor, sealed with the corporate seal
of the Town, attested by me as Town Clerk, and duly numbered and recorded in the official records
of the Town; and that the same remains of record in the official records of the Town.
3. The passage of the Ordinance on first reading was duly moved and seconded
and the Ordinance was approved by a vote of z- to - 4- of the members of the Council as
follows:
Those Voting Yes: Jim Benson
Michael Brown
Debbie Buckley
Mac McDevitt
Buz Reynolds
Those Voting No:
Those Abstaining:
Those Absent: Rick Cuny
4. The Ordinance was duly moved and seconded and the Ordinance was finally
passed at the meeting of July 11, 2000, by an affirmative vote of a majority of the members of the
Council as follows:
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Those Voting Yes:
Those Voting No:
Those Abstaining:
Those Absent:
5. The members of the Council were present at each of the meetings and voted
on the passage of such Ordinance as set forth above.
6. There are no bylaws, rules or regulations of the Board which might prohibit
the adoption of said Ordinance.
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7. That on June 232000, and July 7, 2000 the full text of the ordinance was
posted at the office of the Town Clerk and in three public places in the Town in accordance with
Section 6.7 of the Charter.
8. Notice of the meetings of June 27, 2000 and July 11, 2000 in the forms
attached hereto as Exhibit A was posted at the Town Hall not less than 24 hours prior to each
meeting in accordance with law.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of said
Town this day of 52000.
(SEAL)
Town Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
(Attach Notices of Meetings)
H:ACLIENTIDWISOR\001024042\ordinv2.wpd
6/20/00 4:19 pm -8-
EXHIBIT B
SOURCES AND USES OF FL-N,-DS
Town of Avon, Colorado
Certificates of Participation, Series 2000
Dated Date 08/01/2000
Delivery Date 08/21/2000
Sources:
Bond Proceeds:
Par Amount 2,345,000.00
Accrued Interest 6,867.92
Original Issue Discount -7,833.15
2,344,034.77
Uses:
Project Fund Deposits:
Project Construction Fund
1,978.082.11
Other Fund Deposits:
Debt Se; rice Reserve Fund
201.257.50
Accrued Interest
6.867.92
208,125.42
Delivery Date Expenses:
Cost of Issuance
78
500
00
Under-riter's Discount
,
.
21
105.00
Bond Insurance
,
54.000.00
153.605.00
Other Us:s of Funds:
Additional Proceeds
4.272.24
2,344.034.77
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BOND DEBT SERVICE
Town of Avon, Colorado
Certificates of Participation, Series 2000
Period
Ending Princi Annual
pal Coupon Interest Debt Service Debt Service
0& 21 /2000 110 1,2000
06-0
12001
41,207.50
41,207.50
41,207.50
12 01,?001
06101/2002
70,000
4.450%
61,811.25
61,811.25
61,811.25
131,811.25
193,622.50
12/01/2002
06/01/2003
75,000
4.650%
60,253.75
60,253.75
60,253.75
135,253.75
195,507.50
1?<012003
06/010-004
75,000
4.750%
58,510.00
58,510.00
58,510.00
133,510.00
192,020.00
12/01/2004
06/01/2005
80,000
4.750%
56,728.75
56,728.75
56,728.75
136,728.75
193,457.50
12/01/2005
85,000
4.800% .
54,828.75
54,828.75
54,828.75
139
828
75
06;01/2006
,
.
194,657.50
06/01/2006
007
90,000
4.800%
52,788.75
52,788.75
52,788.75
142,788.75
195,577.50
12%01/2007
061,01/2008
100,000
4.900%
50,628.75
50,628.75
50,628.75
150,628.75
01,257.50
201.257.50
12 'O l ,3008
06.01:2009
100.000
0
5.000 /0
48,178.75
48,178.75
48,178.75
148,178.75
196.357.50
110 1 i2009
06/01/2010
100.000
5.000%
45,678.75
45,678.75
45,678.75
145,678.75
191.357.50
11-01/2010
06'01/2011
110.000
5.000%
43,178.75
43,178.75
43,178.75
153,178.75
196,357.50
12.01/2011
06 012012
115,000
5.100%
40,428.75
40,428.75
40,428.75
155,428.75
195.857.50
12 01;2012
0&- 01 ,2013
~
125.000
5.200%
37,496.25
37,496.25
37,496.25
162,496.25
199,992.50
1'_01'2013
'
125.000
5.300%
34.246.25
34.246 25
34.246.25
159
246 25
193
492
50
06, 0l
2014
110 1; 2014
130,000
0
5.650%
30,933.75
30
933
75
,
30,933.75
,
.
06.01:2015
.
.
160,933.75
191.867.50
12 01;2015
06,01/2016
140.000
5.650%
27,261.25
27,261.25
27,261.25
167,261.25
194.522.50
12201/2016
145,000
5.650%
23,306.25
23,306.25
23,306.25
168
306.25
191
612
50
06101 /2017
12101/2017
155,000
5.650%
19,210.00
19
210
00
,
19,210.00
.
.
06/0112018
,
.
174,210.00
193,420.00
12i0l/2018
165.000
5.650%
14,831.25
14,831.25
14,831.25
179,831.25
194
662
50
06/01/2019
12/01/2019
175
000
5
650%
10.170.00
10,170.00
,
.
06/01/2020
,
.
10,170.00
185,170.00
195,340.00
12/01,2020
185,000
5.650%
5,226.25
5,226.25
5,226.25
190,226.25
195,452.50
2,345,000
1,592,600.00
3,937,600.00
3,937,600.00
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BOND PRICING
t
Town of Avon, Colorado
Certificates of Participation, Series 2000
Maturity
Bond Component Date Amount Rate Yield Price
Serial Bonds:
12/01/2001
70,000
4.450%
4.450%
100.000
12/01/2002
75,000
4.650%
4.650%
100.000
12/01/2003
75,000
4.750%
4.750%
100.000
12/01/2004
80,000
4.750`/0
4.780%
99.878
12/01/2005
85,000
4.800%
4.830%
99.854
12/01/2006
90,000
4.800%
4.860%
99.671
12/01/2007
100,000
4.900%
4.930%
99.811
12/01/2008
100,000
5.000°/a
5.000016
100.000
12/01/2009
100,000
5.000%
5.0401/6
99.698
12/01/2010
110,000
5.000°/0
5.080%
99.357
12101/2011
115,000
5.100°/o
5.180%
99.315
12101/2012
125,000
5.200%
5.250%
99.543
12/01/2013
125,000
5.300%
5.360%
99.426
1,250,000
Term Bond Due 2020:
12/01/2020 1,095,000 5.650% 5.680% 99.631
2.345,000
Dated Date
08/01/2000
Delivery Date
08/21/2000
First Coupon
12/01/2000
Par Amount
2.345.000.00
Original Issue Discount
-7.833.15
Production
2,337.166.85
Underwriter's Discount
-21.105.00
Purchase Price
2,316.061.85
Accrued Interest
6,867.92
Net Proceeds 2,322,929.77
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99.665964%
-0.900000%
98.765964%
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BOND SUN11MARY STATISTICS
Town of Avon, Colorado
Certificates of Participation, Series 2000
Dated Date
08/01/2000
Deliverv Date
08/21/2000
First Coupon
12/01/2000
Last Maturity
12/01/2020
Arbitrage Yield
5.724027%
True Interest Cost (TIC)
5.834221%
Net Interest Cost (NIC)
5.539617%
All-In TIC
6.257911%
Average Coupon
5.440756%
Average Life (years)
12.427
Duration of Issue (years)
8.427
Par Amount
2,345,000.00
Bond Proceeds
2,344,034.77
Total Interest
1,592,600.00
Net Interest
1,621,538.15
Total Debt Service
3,937,600.00
Maximum Annual Debt Service
201,257.50
Average Annual Debt Service
193,844.32
Undem-riter's Fees (per S 1000)
Average Takedown
Other Fee 9.000000
Total Underwriter's Discount 9.000000
Bid Price 98.765964
Bond Component-
Par
Value
Average
Price Coupon
Average
Life
Seriai Bonds
1,250,000.00
99.697 5.040%
7
974
Term Bond Due 2020
1,095,000.00
99.631 5.650%
.
17.511
2,345,000.00
12.427
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BOND SUMMARY STATISTICS
Town of Avon, Colorado
Certificates of Participation, Series 2000
All-In
Arbitrage
TIC
TIC
Yield
Par Value
+ accrued
2,345,000.00
2,345,000.00
2,345,000.00
+ Premium (Discount)
6,867.92
-7
833
15
6,867.92
6,867.92
- Undem*rites Discount
,
.
-21,105.00
-7,833.15
-21
105
00
-
7,833.15
- Cost of bsuance Expense
,
.
- Other Amounts
-54,000.00
-78,500.00
-54,000.00
-54,000.00
Target Value
2,268,929.77
2,190,429.77
2,290,034.77
Target Date
Yield
08/21/2000
08/21/2000
08/21!2000
5.834221%
6.257911%
5.724027%
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NET DEBT SERVICE
Town of Avon, Colorado
Certificates of Participation, Series 2000
Period
Ending
Total
Debt Servi
General Debt Service
Net
ce
Fund Reserve Fund
Debt Service
1?'01/2000
12/01 /2001
41.207.50
6,867.92 3,200.01
31,139.57
12/01/2002
193,622.50
195
507
50
11,520.04
182,102.46
12/01/2003
,
.
192
020
00
11,520.04
183,987.46
12/01/2004
,
.
193
457
50
11,520.04
180,499.96
12/01/2005
,
.
194
657
50
11,520.04
181,937.46
12/01/2006
,
.
195
577
50
11,520.04
183,137.46
12101/2007
,
.
201
257
50
11,520.04
184,057.46
12/01/2008
,
.
196
357
50
11,520.04
189,737.46
12/01/2009
,
.
191
357
50
11,520.04
184,837.46
12/01/2010
,
.
196
357
50
11,520.04
179,837.46
12/01 /2011
,
.
195
857
50
11,520.04
184,837.46
12/01/2012
,
.
199
992
50
11,520.04
184,337.46
12/01/2013
,
.
193
492
50
11,520.04
188,472.46
12,101/2014
,
.
19 (
867
50
11,520.04
181,972.46
1201 /2015
,
.
194
522
50 50
11,520.04
180,347.46
12/01/2016
,
.
191
612
50
11,520.04
183,002.46
12/01/2017
,
.
193
420
00
11, 520.04
180,092.46
12101 /2018
,
.
194
662
50
11,520.04
181,899.96
1? 01/2019
,
.
195
340
00
11,520.04
183,142.46
4
12/01/2020
,
.
195
452
50
11,520.04
183,819.96
,
.
212,777.54
-17.325.04
3.937,600.00
6,867.92 434,858.31
3.495.873.77
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To. Honorable Mayor and Townes 2Council
Thin: Bill Efting, Town Manager w L--
From: Michael Matzko, Director of Community Development
Dale July 6, 2000
Re: Ordinance 00-8, An Ordinance Amending Section 15.40 Of The Avon
Municipal Code To Define And Regulate Non-Certified Gas-Log
Fireplaces In The Town Of Avon, Eagle County, Colorado.
Summary
At the June 27 Council Work session, several owners of property in Mountain Star and Wildridge
asked Council to amend the Town's fireplace regulations. The property owners want to be allowed to
install multiple standard fireplaces, fitted with gas-log sets, in their homes. They are currently
prohibited from doing so because Chapter 15.40 of the Avon Municipal Code effectively defines this
type of fireplace as a woodburning fireplace. Each home may have no more than one such fireplace.
Following the discussion during the work session, Council directed staff to revise Chapter 15.40 to
allow multiple fireplaces of this type. The revised regulation is attached in the form of Ordinance 00-
08. First reading is scheduled for July 11.
Discussion
Summary of Existing Regulation
Chapter 15.40 of the Avon Municipal Code regulates the number and type of fireplaces allowed
within the Town. The original ordinance was adopted by Council in 1992 specifically to promote air
quality, and to promote heat sources that are efficient and have a reduced polluting effect.
The regulation essentially prohibits wood burning fireplaces below 7,820 feet elevation, and allows a
maximum of one fireplace for each new single-family and duplex home above 7,820 feet. A property
owner wanting to install a fireplace must pay an additional $1,500 fee when applying for a building
permit.
The regulation does not restrict the installation of sealed, appliance-type gas-log fireplaces, or certified
solid-fuel-burning devices (such as a pellet stove).
Property Owners' Concerns
The property owners contend that the appliance-type gas-log fireplaces permitted by the regulation are
not aesthetically acceptable, particularly for homes in Mountain Star. They want to be able to install
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Re: Ordinance 00-8
standard fireplaces fitted with gas log sets. Chapter 15.40 treats this type of fireplace the same as a
woodburning fireplace, thereby limiting each home to one.
Proposed Regulation
The proposed revisions to Chapter 15.40 are shown in the attached copy of Chapter 15.40. Deleted
language is shown in strikethrough text (e*aWle) and new text is shown in bold underline (example .
Town Manager Comments
Attachments:
A - Chapter 15.40 of the Avon Municipal Code, with revisions shown in strikethrough and bold
text.
B - Ordinance 00-8
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Memo to Town Council, June 20, 2000 rage c ui c
Re: Ordinance 00-8
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SOLID-FUEL-BURNING DEVICES
.q Prf i nnc
15.40.010 Purpose and applicability.
15.40.020 Definitions.
15.40.030 Regulations below elevation of seven thousand
eight hundred twenty feet.
15.40.040 Regulations above elevation of seven thousand
eight hundred twenty feet.
15.40.050 Gas appliances.
15.40.060 Coal usage prohibited.
15.40.010 Purpose and applicability. These regulations
are enacted for the purpose of promoting the health, safety and
general welfare of the residents of and visitors to the town of
Avon. These regulations are intended to achieve the following
more specific purpose:
A. To protect air quality-,-a,
Te prmmete heat eurees that are-P€fieient and ha
vT'e &
Y-ed••ee-' r , , t ' ng--Peet . (Gr-d- 1 §1-Epaim-)-
15.40.020 Definitions.
A. "Certified-solid-fuel burning device," means a solid-fuel-
burning device which is certified by the Air Pollution Control
Division of the Colorado Department of Health to meet the
emissions standards set forth in Section IV of Regulation No. 4
of Volume I of Colorado Air Quality Control Commission.
B. "Gas appliance" means a fully self-contained, U.L. listed
and A.G.A. fireplace unit which does not require venting through
a chimney and which does not permit the use of solid fuel.
C. "Certified-Gas-log fireplace" means a gas appliance equipped
with an A.G.A. and U.L. listed artificial log unit which is
approved for the burning of natural gas.
D. "Solid-fuel-burning device" means any fireplace, stove,
firebox or device intended and/or used for the purpose of burning
wood, pulp, paper or other nonliquid or nongaseous fuel. This
definition specifically excludes noncommercial barbecue devices
used to cook food outdoors.
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E. "Wood-burning fireplace" means an open hearth or fire
chamber or similar prepared place in which a fire may be
made and which is built in conjunction with a chimney. (Ord.
91-11 §1 (part)).
F "Non Certified Gas-log fireplace" means a wood-burning
fireplace equipped with an artificial log unit which is
approved for the burning of natural gas, and is not used for
burning wood or other solid fuel.
15.40.030 Regulations below the elevation of seven thousand eight
hundred twenty feet. Below the elevation of seven thousand eight
hundred twenty feet no new wood-burning or solid-fuel-burning
fireplaces or other devices shall be permitted to be constructed
or installed after the ordinance codified in this chapter becomes
effective. No mobile or modular home shall be moved into place
in the town and connected to utility service which has installed
with such mobile or modular home a solid-fuel-burning device.
Below such elevation, certified-solid-fuel-burning devices, gas
appliances and certified gas-log fireplaces shall be permitted.
Below such elevation there shall also be permitted one wood-
burning fireplace in the lobby of spy hotel or lodge; provided, a
fee in the amount of three thousand dollars is paid at the time
of application for building permit. (Ord. 91-11 §1 (part)).
15.40.040 Regulation above elevation of seven thousand eight
hundred twenty feet. Above the elevation of seven thousand eight
hundred twenty feet; one wood-burning fireplace shall be
permitted in each new dwelling unit constructed; provided, a fee
in the amount of one thousand five hundred dollars is paid at the
time of application for building permit; provided, no new wood
burning or other solid-fuel-burning fireplaces or other devices
shall be permitted in dwelling units triplex and greater in size
after the ordinance codified in this chapter becomes effective.
Above such elevation, certified-solid-fuel-burning devices, gas
appliances and non certified qas-log fireplaces shall be
permitted. (Ord. 91-11 §1 (part)).
15.40.51 Gas appliances. All gas-log fireplaces shall be
constructed in such a manner that access to the firebox is
prohibited except for the purposes of repair and maintenance.
(Ord. 91-11 §1(part)).
15.40.060 Coal Use Prohibited. The burning of coal within the
town is prohibited. (Ord. 91-11 §1 (part)).
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ORDINANCE NO. 00 - 08
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 15.40 OF THE AVON MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATING TO SOLID FUEL BURNING DEVICES
BE IT ENACTED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF AVON,
COLORADO:
Section 1. Amendment. Section 15.40.010(A) is hereby repealed and reenacted
to provide as follows:
"To protect air quality."
Section 2. Amendment. Section 15.40.010(B) is hereby repealed.
Section 3. Amendment. Section 15.40.020(A) is hereby repealed and reenacted
to provide as follows:
"'Certified gas-log fireplace' means a gas appliance equipped with an A.G.A.
and U.L. listed artificial log unit which is approved for the burning of natural
gas."
Section 4. Amendment. A new Section 15.40.020(F) is hereby added to provide
as follows:
"'Non-certified gas-log fireplace' means a wood-burning fireplace equipped
with an artificial log unit which is approved for the burning of natural gas, and
is not used for burning wood or other solid fuel."
Section 5. Amendment. The third sentence of Section 15.40.030 is hereby
repealed and reenacted to provide as follows:
"Below such elevation, certified-solid fuel-burning devices, gas appliances
and certified gas-log fireplaces shall be permitted."
Section 6. Amendment. The last sentence of Section 15.40.040 030 is hereby
repealed and reenacted to provide as follows:
"Above such elevation, certified-solid fuel-burning devices, gas appliances
and non-certified gas-log fireplaces shall be permitted."
INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, APPROVED AND ORDERED
POSTED, this day of , 2000, and a public hearing on this Ordinance
shall be held at the regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Avon, Colorado on
the _ day of , 2000, at 5:30 p.m., in the Municipal Building of the
Town of Avon, Colorado.
Judy Yoder, Mayor
Attest:
Kris Nash, Town Clerk
INTRODUCED, PASSED ON SECOND READING, APPROVED AND
ORDERED POSTED, this day of , 52000.
Judy Yoder, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kris Nash, Town Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Burt Levin, Town Attorney
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN COUNCIL
HELD JUNE 27, 2000
A regular meeting of the Town of Avon, Colorado was held in the Municipal Building,
400 Benchmark Road, Avon, Colorado in the Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Judy Yoder at 5:30 PM. A roll call was taken
with Councilors Jim Benson, Michael Brown, Debbie Buckley, Mac McDevitt and Buz
Reynolds. Boardmember Rick Curly was absent. Also present were Town Manager Bill
Efting, Town Attorney Burt Levin, Assistant Town Manager Larry Brooks, Town Clerk
Kris Nash, Executive Assistant Jacquie Halburnt, Police Chief Jeff Layman, Fire Chief
Charles Moore, Recreation Director Meryl Jacobs, Town Engineer Norm Wood, Public
Works Director Bob Reed, Transportation Director Harry Taylor, Community
Development Director Michael Matzko, Special Events Coordinator Sarah Lai, Planner
Tambi Katieb, Assistant Director of Community Development Ruth Borne, Community
Development Administrative Assistant Celia Fenton as well as members of the public
Citizen Input:
Salute to the USA Update
Special Events Coordinator Sarah Lai updated the Council on the th
July 4 Salute to the
USA to take place in Nottingham Park. There will be food and craft vendors as well as a
free concert by Flash Cadillac at 6:00 PM. Fireworks begin at 9:45.
Citizen Input:
Wildridge Safety (Ms. Peggy Pieters/Mr. Charlie Sherman)
Ms. Peggy Pieters approached the Council regarding the speed bump that was placed in
Wildridge. She questioned what took place at the last Council meeting to cause the
removal of the speed bump on Wildridge Road. She stated that she attended a meeting at
the end of May that Council motioned to install a speed bump on Wildridge Road. She
believed that the motion was to install the speed bump and review it in 30 days.
Ms. Pieters discussed a petition that was distributed amongst Wildridge residents
regarding the installation of a speed bump on Wildridge Road, and the steps she followed
to circulate the petition.
Ms. Pieters questioned if it is procedure for the Council to vote on an issue, set a time
limit on that issue and then revote on the issue before the time limit is up. She felt that
the Council did not keep their word, that they were blasted in the newspaper, and acted
with an act of integrity. She stated that she is not attached to having speed bumps in
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Wildridge, but that is the only thing she knows of for controlling speed. She is open to
other ways. She just felt that the Council did not keep their word.
Town Manager Efting stated that there is some confusion. He stated that he was the one
that said "do we want to try this for 30 days". The Council at that point said that they did
not want a specific amount of time.
Town Manager Efting stated that Staff did go out to Wildridge and looked at the option
of installing speed dips. The Town is not giving up on ways to slow down the traffic in
Wildridge.
Ms. Pieters then questioned once again if it is policy for the Council to vote on something
and then revote 2 weeks later to do something else. Council stated that they have that
option.
Councilor Reynolds questioned how long the speed bump was installed for. He was told
10 days. He questioned how many people came in opposition. Mayor Yoder stated
about six people.
Ms. Pieters and Council discussed the petition again.
Ms. Pieters stated that she is disappointed in the actions that have taken place regarding
the speed bump. She feels that it was not handled in the proper manner.
Councilor Reynolds questioned the reason for taking out the speed bump. Council said
Citizen Input and phone calls. Council stated that they did not receive any comments in
favor of the speed bump.
Next, Mr. Charlie Sherman approached the Council to correct some misinformation that
was reported in a newspaper article that he said blasted he and Ms. Pieters. He stated that
the article said the speed bump was placed in front of their house, the bump was placed
50 feet up the street. Regarding the variance, the article stated that the variance was a
favor and that the speed bump was another favor. He stated that variances are granted to
allow construction on difficult sites, not favors. Mr. Sherman also commented on quotes
from residents in Wildridge.
Mr. Sherman stated that he is open to different remedies to speeding besides speed
bumps. He has met numerous times with Police Chief Layman and appreciates all that he
and his staff has done.
Citizen Input:
Real Estate Transfer Tax Appeal, 2481 Buffalo Head, Wildridge (Whitney Grundtisch)
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Mayor Yoder stated that Ms. Grundtisch has delayed her appeal to the July 11, 2000
meeting.
Citizen Input:
Real Estate Transfer Tax Appeal, 0288 West Beaver Creek Blvd. (Westlund Investments)
Town Attorney Burt Levin introduced Mr. Thomas McMillen of Professional Exchange
Accommodators, LLC, who represents Westlund Investments.
Mr. McMillen discussed the Internal Revenue Code 1031 (Real Estate Exchange) and
then discussed a Reverse 1031 Exchange, which is the exchange the Westlund's did. He
stated that the Westlund's had to close on their new property prior to selling their old
property, and further discussed how they did the Reverse 1031 Exchange. He stated that
the Westlund's had a contract to buy a property in Avon and had a property for sale in
Minnesota. Time came to close on the new property in Avon, but the Minnesota property
had not yet sold. The Westlund's came to Mr. McMillen's company and they set up a
Colorado holding company. The holding company buys the new property for the
Westlund's and holds it for them. When the holding company bought the property for the
Westlund's, it paid the Avon transfer tax. Mr. McMillen stated the transfer tax has been
paid once and they are asking for exemption from paying a second transfer tax. He stated
the holding company is "in title" but it is merely an accommodation under the Internal
Revenue Code for the Westlund's. Mr. McMillen stated that the property in Minnesota
has sold and the Westlund's can now transfer the proceeds from that property to the
holding company who will transfer the Avon property to the Westlund's, which makes
the transfer tax payable again. Mr. McMillen stated it is the second transfer tax that they
are appealing.
Mr. McMillen felt that there is a current provision in the Town's code in section 3.12.060
(G) that the Westlund's would fall into.
Mayor Yoder questioned why the sale price was larger on the second transaction than the
first. Mr. McMillen stated because the Westlund's made improvements to the property.
Mr. McMillen agreed that a transfer tax should be paid attributable to the increase in
value.
Councilor Reynolds questioned that the property was purchased as an investment and not
as a primary residence. Mr. McMillen stated that is correct. Councilor Reynolds
questioned this. Town Attorney Levin stated that he does not agree that Section
3.12.060(G) applies. He stated that (G) only applies if there is a transfer without
consideration. He stated that he has the settlement sheet for two transfers and there is
consideration for both transfers. He stated (G) contemplates correcting minor changes in
subsequent transfers between the same parties to undo technical mistakes and to make
minor boundary adjustments, it does not speak of this case. Councilor Reynolds
questioned what item G was written for. Mr. Levin discussed.
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Mr. Levin stated that he denied the application because there is no recognition in our
exemptions for 1031 transfers. Mayor Yoder commented that it is not the 1031, but the
Reverse 1031 that causes the problem. Mr. McMillen stated that is correct.
Mr. McMillen questioned how he could make suggestions to amend the Town code to
provide for the Reverse 1031 Exchange.
Mr. McMillen then introduced Ms. Michelle Page of Beaver Creek West who spoke to
the Council on the economic aspects of this exchange. Ms. Page stated that the
Westlund's would not have purchased the unit if they knew they would have to pay a
second transfer tax.
Mr. Levin stated that Council should make a motion that either the appeal is successful
and the tax is waived, or the tax be paid and the exemption not be granted. Mayor Yoder
questioned if it could be tabled and discussed again within 30 days.
Mayor Yoder felt that what was said does have merit and she would like to discuss it
further at a worksession. Council agreed.
Councilor Reynolds motioned to table to the next meeting the Transfer Tax Appeal for
0288 West Beaver Creek Blvd., Westlund Investments. Councilor McDevitt seconded
the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
Council requested to see all documentation on the exchange prior to making any
decisions.
Ordinances:
First Reading of Ordinance No. 00-07, Series of 2000, An Ordinance Authorizing the
Execution and Delivery by the Town of a First Amendment to a Prior Lease Purchase and
Sublease Agreement and an Official Statement; Approving the Assignment of the Town's
Interest in a Contract to Purchase Real Property; Ratifying Action Previously Taken
Concerning the Referenced Transactions; and Providing Other Matters Relating Thereto
Finance Director Scott Wright stated this ordinance is also known at the 2000 Affordable
Housing Financing Ordinance. This ordinance concerns the purchase of I 1 condominium
units at Sherwood Meadows by the Town of Avon Finance Authority and then leasing
those units to the Town from the Authority pursuant to an existing lease purchase and
sublease agreement that was created when we financed the Swift Gulch Maintenance
Facility. Mr. Wright stated this ordinance designates the preliminary official statement as
a nearly final official statement for the purposes of the US Securities and Exchange
Commission. It authorizes distribution of the preliminary official statement by our
underwriters. They use that statement in the marketing of their bonds, which will occur
in approximately one week It also authorizes the Mayor, Town Clerk, and other officials
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June 27, 2000
and employees of the Town to execute and deliver all the other documents and
certifications that pertain to this financing. A public hearing is scheduled on July 11
where a representative of the underwriters will be here to talk to the Council regarding
interest rates and final financing dollars. Mr. Wright stated that he could also make Bond
Counsel available at that meeting if the Council desires. Council stated that was not
necessary.
Councilor Benson motioned approval of Ordinance No. 00-07, Series of 2000 on first
reading. Councilor Buckley seconded the motion.
Mayor Yoder asked for a roll call.
The motion carried unanimously.
Resolutions:
Resolution No. 00-31, Series of 2000, A Resolution Endorsing the Vassar Meadows Land
Exchange Between the White River National Forest and Town of Avon, Eagle County,
Colorado
® Mayor Yoder stated this is a public hearing.
Town Planner Tambi Katieb asked if there were any questions.
There being no questions, Councilor Benson motioned approval of Resolution No. 00-31,
Series of 2000. Councilor Buckley seconded the motion. The motion carried
unanimously.
Town Manger Report:
Town Manager Efting reminded everyone of an open house in the councilchambers on
Thursday, June 29, from 5-7 PM on the Forest Service land exchange.
Mr. Efting stated that item c of the consent agenda will be changed from "approval" of
the audit to "acceptance" of the audit.
Other Business:
Councilor Reynolds asked Council why the 30 day trial period was not upheld for the
speed bump in Wildridge. Council said that it was not motioned for 30 days, it was a
number that was thrown out during discussions. Councilor Reynolds stated that he spoke
to a number of people in Wildridge today and they said they really had to slow down and
think about where the bump was. He said that people told him that it was working.
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Council discussed the issue and decided that it will be discussed at a future work session.
Consent Agenda:
a.) Approval of the June 13, 2000 Council Meeting Minutes
b.) Financial Matters
c.) Approval of Audit by Van Schooneveld & Co.
d.) Contract with Quickbeam Systems, Inc.
e.) Contract with Ourston for Roundabout Design
Resolution No. 00-32, Series of 2000, A Resolution Approving Amended
Condominium Map of Unit E-203, Second Supplement to Condominium
Map for Canyon Run and Unit I-201 (Garages A & B), Sixth Supplement
to Condominium Map for Canyon Run, Lot 4, Nottingham Station, PUD
Amendment No. 3, Town of Avon, Eagle County, Colorado
Councilor Benson motioned approval of the Consent Agenda with the change of item c to
read "acceptance" of the audit. Councilor McDevitt seconded the motion. The motion
carried unanimously.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilor Buckley motioned
to adjourn the meeting. Councilor McDevitt seconded the motion. The motion carried
unanimously and the meeting adjourned at 6:20 yM.
Y SUBMITTED:
ash, Town Clerk
APPROVED:
Jim Benson
Michael Brown
Debbie Buckley
Rick Cuny
Mac McDevitt
Buz Reynolds
Judy Yoder
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June 27. 2000
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'0 Memo
To: Honorable Mayor and Town Council
Thru: Bill Efting, Town Manager
From: Norm Wood, Town Engineer
Date: July 5, 2000
Re: Nottingham Park - Basketball Courts
Proposal / Inter-Mountain Engineering, Ltd.
Engineering & Design Services
Summary: The attached Proposal for Engineering Services including
Design, Construction Contract Documents, Construction Surveying and Contract
Administration for the Nottingham Park Tennis Courts was submitted by Inter-Mountain
Engineering, Ltd. This Proposal was submitted in response to our request for a proposal.
Inter-Mountain Engineering was the design engineer for the existing tennis courts and the
basketball court is seen as an extension of that work. Subsequently, proposals were not
requested from other firms. The estimated costs as outlined in the attached Proposal are
summarized as:
Site Plan $ 6,120.00
Contract Documents 1,785.00
Construction Surveying 1.395.00
Contract Administration 2250.00
Total Estimated Cost $11,550.00
The cost of these services has been included in the current Project Budget of
$ 185,000.00.
Approval of the Inter-Mountain Engineering, Ltd. Proposal for Engineering and Design
Services for Nottingham Park Basketball Courts with an estimated cost of $11,550.00 is
recommended.
Recommendations: Approve the Inter-Mountain Engineering, Ltd.
Proposal for Engineering and Design Services for Nottingham Park Basketball Courts with
an estimated cost of $11,550.00.
Town Manager Comments:
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Mr. Norman Wood
Town of Avon
P.O. Box 975
Avon, CO 81620
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'Re-, Basketball Courts -Nottingham Park
Dear Norman:
As requested we are submitting a proposal for the design and construction administration
of basketball; courts located west of the existing tennis courts in Nottingham Park.
Based on our, conversation our services will include:
1, Site Dm:gA:
Our design will be based on the same specification and dimension as the existing
tennis courts. The grading and drainage will be based on a new topographic survey of the
area. We will utilize the existing drainage study prepared by IME on January 1994,
Proj ect No. 93 890E.
2. Contract bocuments:
A project manual, including technical specification will be prepared for this
project. The contract form and general conditions vill be the standard form used by the
Town of Avon on previous projects. The technical specification will be based upon the
current standards published by the Colorado Department of Transportation, modified as
necessary for this project.
Landscaping and irrigation design are not a part of this contract.
We will assist with advertising, hold a pre-bid meeting with prospective
contractors, attend the bid opening, review the bids and recommend a contractor.
3. Construction. Surveying:
We will establish horizontal and vertical control suff cient for the contractor to
perform his layout.
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4. Contract j %dministration:
After the contract is awarded, we will hold a pre-construction sheeting with the
selected contractor, perform periodic observations of his work in progress, and will
review peri4c pay requests.
Construction observation efforts shaU be directed at providing you with a greater
degree of ass; rance that the contractor is providing work in compliance with the contract
documents. Services provided by Inter-Mountain Engineering shall not relieve the
contractor of pis contractual obligations.
We have assumed that part-time observation of the work will be sufficient for this
project. Therefore 30 hours of time has been included for this phase.
'Estimated Ptofessional Fees:
I would suggest that an hourly fee with a guaranteed maximum cost approach be
taken with this project. We have found that by working closely with our clients,
providing the with only those services which they require eliminates the need for
"contingency,' expense.
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In this manner, when it is possible to accomplish a project for less than the
estimated cost, our client is able to realize the savings. We do understand the need to
work within budgets, and the following is an estimate of the cost:
Site Plan $6,120.00
j Contract Documents $1,785.00
Construction Surveying $1,395.00
Contract Administration $2,250.00
Total Estimated Fee: $111550.00
The above listed services are inter-related and the total fee has been divided into
tasks to facilitate the preparation and approval of progress billings. The total fee for the
services described in. this proposal will not exceed $11, 550.00, plus any additional
services requested and reimbursable costs (Fed-Ex, prints, etc).
Pleased note that fees for construction surveying and contract administration have
been estimated but cannot be guaranteed. Many actions or inactions on the part of the
contractor can have a dramatic effect on this cost. Should we discover that these budget
estimates have been set too low, we will notify you immediately.
It is understood that changes to the design may necessitate changes to the
engineering puns resulting an increase in the scope of services. All work outside the
described scope of services will be billed at the normal billing rates for the individuals
assigned to the project. No out of scope services will be provided without.authorization_
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receipt. If itlshould become necessary to enforce collection, including attorney's fees.
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The Qnly warranty or guarantee ruade by Inter-Mountain Engineering, LTD., in
connection ith the services performed hereunder is that we will use that degree of care
and skill o ily exercised under similar conditions by reputable members of the
engineering rofession practicing in this area. Approval by governing agencies of snaps,
plans, desi or reports prepared by Inter-Mountain Engineering shall constitute
compliance th this standard. No other warranty, either expressed or implied, is made
or intended l y this proposal for consulting services or by finishing oral or written
reports.
I to thank you again for considering Inter-Mountain Engineering, and
sincerelyap eciate your confidence in our abilities. I am looking forward to working
with you on his project.
S' rely'
Duane D. Fehringer, P.E. & P.L.S.
Project Manger
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Please acknowledge your consent to this proposal agreement by signing below
and riturning one copy to us.
By Date
0 TOWN OF AVON
RESOLUTION NO. 00-33
SERIES OF 2000
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AND FIXING THE PARTICULAR LOCATION OF A
PORTION OF THE WEST AVON BIKE AND PEDESTRIAN TRAIL
WHEREAS, the Town Council has previously directed, authorized, and budgeted
for construction of the West Avon Trail (a bike and pedestrian trail)(see Res. No. 99-60),
and
WHEREAS, the West Avon Trail improvements will be made in pursuance of the
public interest in health, safety, and welfare (see Res. No. 00-30).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO:
Section 1. The Town of Avon Council hereby approves the particular location of a
portion of the West Avon Trail, across the lands owned by Sunridge II Condominium
Association, as depicted in the shaded areas of the three exhibits attached hereto.
ADOPTED this day of , 2000
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO
Judy Yoder, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kris Nash, Town Clerk
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ABCPARTS ABC PARTS. INC
ABCPARTS ABC PARTS INC
ABCPARTS ABC PARTS INC
61
434
61
434
434
434
434
CREDIT FOR CORE RETURN
JOINT REPAIR KIT
ALTERNATOR
MISC PARTS
BULBS
TURN ROTOR
BULBS
-43.75
23.06
139.32
34.35
14.92
18.00
15.17
201.07
11101
69453
07/14/00
ACTIVECO ACTIVE COMMUNICATIONS
321
INTERNET LOGINS
155.00
11101
69454
07/14/00
ADOLPHKI ADOLPH KIEFER & ASSOCIATE
516
LIFEGUARD SHIRTS
202.93
11101
69455
07/14/00
AICPA AICPA
141
MEMBERSHIP
125.00
11101
11111111101
1
69456
69456
69456
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
ALPINECO ALPINE COFFEE SERVICE, IN
ALPINECO ALPINE COFFEE SERVICE, IN
ALPINECO ALPINE COFFEE SERVICE, IN
432
149
311
COFFEE SUPPLIES
COFFEE SUPPLIES
HOT CHOCOLATE,TEA,EQUAL
103.62
34.53
27.10
•
165.25
11101
69457
07/14/00
AMERICAN AMERICAN RED CROSS
516
PROVIDER FEES
110.90
11101
69458
07/14/00
ARCHCOMM ARCH COMMUNICATIONS
321
PAGING SVCS/3RD QTR
2,189.64
11101
69459
07/14/00
AT&TWIRE AT&T WIRELESS SERVICES
311
DATA SVC/JUNE
98.00
11101
69460
07/14/00
AURORAMA AURORA MARKETING COMPANY
322
BATTERIES
109.00
11101
69461
07/14/00
BALLOONS BALLOONS OVER VAIL
513
EASTER BUNNY COSTUME
$0.00
11101
11101
69462
69462
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
BANKONEI BANK ONE
BANKONEI BANK ONE
911
913
ADMIN FEE
ADMIN FEES
324.00
428.00
752.00
11101
69463
07/14/00
BCMETROP BEAVER CREEK METROPOLITAN
52
1999 TRANSP AGREE REFUND
102,371.00
11101
69464
07/14/00
T0000565 BERNARD MCGOVERN
311
REIMB FOR EQUIPMENT PURCH
216.39
11101
11101
69465
69465
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
BRANDENB BOB BRANDEN
BRANDENB BOB BRANDEN
516
516
SWIMMEET REGISTRATION
RREIMBURSEMENT FOR MILEAG
11.75
48.75
60.50
11101
69466
07/14/00
T0000689 BRENNAN MARTIER
10
PASS REFUND
221.11
11101
69467
07/14/00
CABARETD CABARET DIOSA
513
HAL DUE/JULY 29 CONCERT
1,000.00
0
69468
07/14/00
T0000671 CECELIA FENTON
211
MILEAGE REIMB
40.62
RUN DATE 07/13/00 TIME 14:00:01 PENTAMATION - FUND ACCOUNTING MANAGER
107/13/00 TOWN OF AVON
PAGE 2
ACCOUNTING PERIOD: 7/00 CHECK REGISTER - DISBURSEMENT FUND
&ION CRITERIA: transact.check_no between 1694501 and 1695891
FUND - 99 - DISBURSEMENT FUND
CASH ACCT CHECK NUMBER DATE ISSUED --------------VENDOR-------------- PROGRAM -------DESCRIPTION------- AMOUNT
11101
11101
11101
11101
69469
69469
69469
69469
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
CITYMARK
CITYMARK
CITYMARK
CITYMARK
CITY MARKET
CITY MARKET
CITY MARKET
CITY MARKET
513
413
513
415
FOOD FOR SALUTE
FOOD FOR SALUTE
EASTER FOOD
FOOD FOR SALUTE
416.17
168.09
23.69
168.09
776.04
11101
11101
11101
69470
69470
69470
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
COLLETTE
COLLETTE
COLLETTE
COLLETT ENTERPRISES, INC.
COLLETT ENTERPRISES, INC.
COLLETT ENTERPRISES, INC.
61
61
434
LUBRICANTS
UNLEADED FUEL
WASHER FLUID
713.90
4,856.69
86.65
TOTAL CHECK
5,657.24
11101
69471
07/14/00
CODEPTR
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF RE
431
PASSENGER TAX/2ND QTR
30.69
11101
69472
07/14/00
COSALEST
COLORADO DEPT OF REVENUE
514
4TH QTR SALES TAX/REC
192.00
11101
69473
07/14/00
COSTATFO
COLORADO STATE FOREST SER
324
WILDLAND BOOKS
671.20
11101
69474
07/14/00
COLSTINS
COLORADO STATE TREASURER
10
UNEMPLOYMENT INS/2ND QTR
4,738.75
11101
69475
07/14/00
COWESTAD
COLORADO WEST ADVERTISING
514
AD CHANGES & STRIPPING FL
1,044.88
0
69476
07/14/00
COLUMBIA
COLUMBIA SPORTSWEAR
432
FOREMAN JACKETS
182.00
11101
11101
11101
11101
69477
69477
69477
69477
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
CONSOLIE
CONSOLIE
CONSOLIE
CONSOLIE
CONSOLIDATED ELECTRICAL D
CONSOLIDATED ELECTRICAL D
CONSOLIDATED ELECTRICAL D
CONSOLIDATED ELECTRICAL D
415
415
414
414
PARTS FOR STREET LIGHTS
PARTS FOR STREETLIGHTS
ANCHOR KIT
POWER TAPE
475.15
20.96
14.80
10.95
TOTAL CHECK
521.86
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
69478
69478
69478
69478
69478
69478
69478
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
CORPORAT
CORPORAT
CORPORAT
CORPORAT
CORPORAT
CORPORAT
CORPORAT
CORPORATE EXPRESS
CORPORATE EXPRESS
CORPORATE EXPRESS
CORPORATE EXPRESS
CORPORATE EXPRESS
CORPORATE EXPRESS
CORPORATE EXPRESS
321
321
321
321
321
514
113
PENS,PADS, PAPER CLIPS
RIBBED FLOOR MAT
UTILITY STAND,PEDESTAL
FILE CABINETS, CHAIR
CHAIR
PRPLACEMENT PADS
WILL RETURN SIGN
284.09
35.75
482.00
804.00
1,036.00
22.50
3.29
TOTAL CHECK
2,667.63
11101
69479
07/14/00
CROWNTRO
CROWN TROPHY
516
1ST,2ND, 6 3RD PLACE RIBB
188.00
11101
69480
07/14/00
CYBEX
CYBEX INTERNATIONAL, INC.
520
MISC SUPPLIES
108.35
11101
11101
69481
69481
07/14/00
07/14/00
D&JSPORT
D&JSPORT
D & J SPORTS
D & J SPORTS
519
519
WATERSHORTS FOR RESALE
GOGGLES FOR RESALE
765.00
290.00
TOTAL CHECK
1,055.00
11101
69482
07/14/00
T0000572
DAN HIGGINS
434
REIMB FOR GAS
10.00
11101
0
69483
07/14/00
DOUBLETR
DOUBLETREE HOTEL
312
LODGING/DOBBS 8/6/00
365.00
RUN DATE 07/13/00 TIME 14:00:01 PENTAMATION - FUND ACCOUNTING MANAGER
%07/13/00
TOWN OF
AVON
PAGE
3
ACCOUNTING
PERIOD: 7/00
CHECK REGISTER - DI
SBURSEMENT FUND
&ION
CRITERIA: tran
sact.check_no
between 169450' and 169589'
FUND
- 99 - DISBURSEMENT FUND
CASH ACCT
CHECK NUMBER
DATE ISSUED
--------------VENDOR--------
PROGRAM
-------DESCRIPTION-------
AMOUNT
11101
69484
07/14/00
DRIVETRA DRIVE TRAIN INDUSTR
IES
434
SHOES & DRUMS RELIGNED
973
.10
11101
69485
07/14/00
DYCOREAL DYCO REAL ESTATE
800
APPRAISAL
2,700
.00
11101
69486
07/14/00
DYNAMED DYNAMED
322
BASKET STRETCHER
444
.67
11101
69487
07/14/00
DYNOAPP DYNOAPPS, INC
431
RECRUITING
551
.66
11101
69487
07/14/00
DYNOAPP DYNOAPPS, INC
431
RECRUITING SOFTWARE
1,010
.00
TOTAL CHECK
1,561
.66
11101
69488
07/14/00
EACTYREG EAGLE CO REGIONAL TRANS A
52
1999 TRANSP AGREE REFUND
9,298
.98
11101
69489
07/14/00
EARIVERA EAGLE RIVER AUTO BODY
434
TOWING #833 TO SHOP
300
.00
11101
69491
07/14/00
EAGLERIV EAGLE RIVER WATER &
SANIT
415
WATER & SEWER 5/8-6/12
68
.38
11101
69491
07/14/00
EAGLERIV EAGLE RIVER WATER &
SANIT
434
WATER & SEWER 5/8-6/12
450
.14
11101
69491
07/14/00
EAGLERIV EAGLE RIVER WATER &
SANIT
520
WATER & SEWER 5/8-6/12
785
.25
11101
69491
07/14/00
EAGLERIV EAGLE RIVER WATER &
SANIT
321
WATER & SEWER 5/8-6/12
157
.47
11101
69491
07/14/00
EAGLERIV EAGLE RIVER WATER &
SANIT
414
WATER & SEWER 5/12-6/14
396
.16
11101
69491
07/14/00
EAGLERIV EAGLE RIVER WATER &
SANIT
414
WATER & SEWER 5/8-6/12
66
.41
11101
69491
07/14/00
EAGLERIV EAGLE RIVER WATER &
SANIT
321
WATER & SEWER 5/15-6/14
235
.40
O1
69491
07/14/00
EAGLERIV EAGLE RIVER WATER &
SANIT
413
WATER & SEWER 5/15-6/16
111
.85
69491
07/14/00
EAGLERIV EAGLE RIVER WATER &
SANIT
414
WATER & SEWER 5/22-6/26
26
.68
1
69491
07/14/00
EAGLERIV EAGLE RIVER WATER &
SANIT
520
WATER & SEWER 5/8-6/12
576
.84
11101
69491
07/14/00
EAGLERIV EAGLE RIVER WATER &
SANIT
415
WATER & SEWER 5/8-6/12
139
.15
11101
69491
07/14/00
EAGLERIV EAGLE RIVER WATER &
SANIT
414
WATER & SEWER 5/8-6/12
788
.91
11101
69491
07/14/00
EAGLERIV EAGLE RIVER WATER &
SANIT
414
WATER & SEWER 5/8-6/12
225
.89
11101
69491
07/14/00
EAGLERIV EAGLE RIVER WATER &
SANIT
415
WATER & SEWER 5/8-6/12
232
.76
11101
69491
07/14/00
EAGLERIV EAGLE RIVER WATER &
SANIT
414
WATER & SEWER 5/8-6/12
447.
81
TOTAL CHECK
4,709.
10
11101
69492
07/14/00
EAVAPAIN EAGLE-VAIL PAINT & SUPPLY
520
PAINT SUPPLIES
69.
49
11101
69493
07/14/00
ETRANAWI ETHAN A. WINNING ASSOCIAT
132
SUBSCRIPTION RENEWAL
84.
00
11101
69494
07/14/00
FEDERALE FEDERAL EXPRESS
412
OVERNIGHT POSTAGE
6.
70
11101
69494
07/14/00
FEDERALE FEDERAL EXPRESS
141
OVERNIGHT POSTAGE
17.
25
11101
69494
07/14/00
FEDERALE FEDERAL EXPRESS
800
OVERNIGHT POSTAGE
8.
80
11101
69494
07/14/00
FEDERALE FEDERAL EXPRESS
514
OVERNIGHT POSTAGE
51.
60
11101
69494
07/14/00
FEDERALE FEDERAL EXPRESS
431
OVERNIGHT POSTAGE
5.
05
TOTAL CHECK
89.
40
11101
69495
07/14/00
FOTOFINI FOTO FINISH
311
PHOTO PROCESSING
14.
15
11101
69496
07/14/00
GALLSINC GALL'S INC.
322
SWITCH MODULE, BULBS,BELT
73.
30
11101
69496
07/14/00
GALLSINC GALL'S INC.
322
NAMETAGS, BOOTS
154.
96
TOTAL CHECK
228.
26
11101 69497 07/14/00 GARDNWIS GARDEN-WISE DISTRIBUTORS 415 GARDEN TOOLS 91.64
1 69497 07/14/00 GARDNWIS GARDEN-WISE DISTRIBUTORS 415 GARDEN TOOLS 35.98
TOTAL CHECK
127.62
RUN DATE 07/13/00 TIME 14:00:03 PENTAMATION - FUND ACCOUNTING MANAGER
07/13/00 TOWN OF AVON PAGE 4
ACCOUNTING PERIOD: 7/00 CHECK REGISTER - DISBURSEMENT FUND
0ION CRITERIA: transact.check_no between 169450' and 169589'
FUND - 99 - DISBURSEMENT FUND
CASH ACCT CHECK NUMBER DATE ISSUED --------------VENDOR-------------- PROGRAM -------DESCRIPTION------- AMOUNT
11101
11101
69498
69498
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
GAYJOHNS
GAYJOHNS
GAY JOHNSON'S, INC
GAY JOHNSON'S, INC
434
434
TIRES
TIRES
668.00
388.00
1,056.00
11101
11101
11101
69499
69499
69499
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
GILLIGCO
GILLIGCO
GILLIGCO
GILLIG CORPORATION
GILLIG CORPORATION
GILLIG CORPORATION
61
61
61
GLASS, HEIGHT CONTROL VAL
WINDSHIELD GLASS,VALVE
WIPER DELAY KNOB,ELEMENT
863.72
863.72
58.68
1,786.12
11101
69500
07/14/00
GREATPLA
GREAT PLAINS WILDFIRE COL
415
CANOPY B
ASE ALUMINUM
43.00
11101
69501
07/14/00
T0000690
GREG FRANKLIN
432
REIMB FO
R FUEL
14.35
11101
69502
07/14/00
HARNEYNA
HARNEY-NAILL, INC
800
PMT q4/F
IRE STAT REMODEL
3,783.89
11101
11101
11101
69503
69503
69503
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
HEARTSMA
HEARTSMA
HEARTSMA
HEARTSMART, INC
HEARTSMART, INC
HEARTSMART, INC
324
324
324
USERS FEES
CPR TEXTS, CERTIFICATES
FIRST AID CARDS, TEXT
363.00
344.SO
344.50
1,052.00
101
16
69504
07/14/00
HICOUNSH
HIGH COUNTRY SHIRTWORKS,
432
EMPBROIDERY ON SHIRTS
7.00
1
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
69507
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLYCROS
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLY CROSS ENERGY
413
413
414
413
520
321
413
413
413
414
434
413
413
321
321
413
415
414
413
413
413
321
414
415
413
413
413
417
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
5/22-6/26
5/23-6/26
5/22-6/26
5/22-6/26
5/22-6/26
5/9-6/13
5/22-6/26
5/22-6/26
5/22-6/26
5/22-6/26
5/22-6/26
5/22-6/26
5/22-6/26
5/9-6/13
5/9-6/13
5/10-6/14
5/10-6/13
5/11-6/14
5/22-6/26
5/22-6/26
5/19-6/23
5/22-6/19
5/22-6/26
5/22-6/13
5/22-6/26
5/22-6/26
5/22-6/26
5/22-6/26
81.37
32.09
544.71
72.13
5,060.80
19.57
179.06
163.52
141.36
1,140.52
1,993.26
96.10
9.40
142,77
24.82
8.67
2,37
25.13
2.37
9.20
22,42
338.78
1,359.62
1,74
2,37
267.49
127.10
73,74
RUN DATE 07/13/00 TIME 14:00:05 PENTAMATION - FUND ACCOUNTING MANAGER
07/13/00
ACCOUNTING
PERIOD: 7/00
TOWN OF AVON
CHECK REGISTER - DISBURSEMENT FUND
PAGE
5
&ION
CRITERIA: transact.check
_no between '694501 and 169589,
FUND
- 99 - DISBURSEMENT FUND
CASH ACCT
CHECK NUMBER
DATE ISSUED VENDOR
PROGRAM
DESCRIPTION-------
AMOUNT
11101
11101
69507
69507
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
HOLYCROS HOLY CROSS ENERGY
HOLYCROS HOLY CROSS ENERGY
413
413
ELECTRIC 5/22-6/26
ELECTRIC 5/17-6/21
39
166
.86
.95
12,149
.49
11101
69508
07/14/00
INTERNAT ICBO
213
PLUMBING BOOKS
196
.20
11101
69509
07/14/00
T0000564 IMPACT GRAPHICS & SIGNS
149
ENGRAVING M. BROWN
15
.00
11101
69510
07/14/00
INSTACHA INSTA CHAIN
61
CHAIN LINK
332
.17
11101
69511
07/14/00
INSTITUT INSTITUTE OF TRANSPORTATI
412
TRIP GENERATION,6TH EDITN
275
.00
11101
69512
07/14/00
INTERMTN INTER-MOUNTAIN ENGINEERIN
800
PROF SVC/W BVR CRK BLVD
1,825
.00
11101
11101
11101
69513
69513
69513
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
INTERCAR INTERCARE HEALTH PLANS
INTERCAR INTERCARE HEALTH PLANS
INTERCAR INTERCARE HEALTH PLANS
10
10
10
HEALTH INS
LIFE INS
DENTAL INS
62,180
2,654.
7,275.
.85
96
50
72,111.
31
11101
69514
07/14/00
INTERNET INTERNETWORKS
433
TOA BUS SCHEDULES
100.
00
11101
69515
69515
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
WETZELJE JEFF WETZEL
WETZELJE JEFF WETZEL
432
432
REIMB FOR TRAVEL EXP
REIMB FOR TRAVEL EXPENSE
287.
39.
76
88
327.
64
11101
69516
07/14/00
PEREZJIM JIM PEREZ
312
REIMB FOR DUTY BOOTS
93.
99
11101
11101
69517
69517
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
JOHNSONK JOHNSON, KUNKEL & ASSOCIA
JOHNSONK JOHNSON, KUNKEL & ASSOCIA
212
212
ZONING MAPS
ZONING MAPS
1,231.
100.
25
00
1,331.
25
11101
69518
07/14/00
T0000691 KALIE KERR
52
REFUND FOR CHARTER DEP
592.
50
11101
69519
07/14/00
KARPRODU KAR PRODUCTS COMPANY
434
MISC OPERATING SUPP
220.
81
11101
69520
07/14/00
KATHCOTT KATHCOTT DISTRIBUTING
515
ICE CREAM
100.
80
11101
69521
07/14/00
KAYPARKR KAY PARK-REC CORP.
415
PADDLE BOAT SUPPLIES
517.
22
11101
11101
69522
69522
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
KEMP&COM KEMP & COMPANY INC.
KEMP&COM KEMP & COMPANY INC.
413
322
CULVERT
BOLTS, SPARK PLUGS
115.
28.
50
24
143.
74
11101
69523
07/14/00
KKCHRADI KKCH RADIO
513
ADVERTISING/REC
250.
00
11101
69524
07/14/00
KOECHLEI KOECHLEIN CONSULTING ENGI
800
PROF SVC/TOA STREETS
565.
00
11101
69525
07/14/00
KTUN KTUN
513
ADVERTISING/REC
500.
00
11101
69526
07/14/00
KZYRFMRA KZYR-FM RADIO
513
ADVERTISING
750.
00
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CASH ACCT
CHECK NUMBER
DATE ISSUED --------------VENDOR-------------"
PROGRAM
DESCRIPTION-------
AMOUNT
11101
69527
07/14/00
LLJOHNSO L. L. JOHNSON DISTRIBUTIN
434
CLAMPS
14.58
11101
69528
07/14/00
LA13SAFET LAB SAFETY SUPPLY, INC.
415
FUEL CABINET
863.85
11101
69529
07/14/00
LANDTITL LAND TITLE GUARANTEE COMP
321
RESEARCH ON EVFD
175.00
11101
69530
07/14/00
LEADINGE LEADING EDGE TECHNOLOGIES
434
REPAIR RADIOS, PARTS
182.50
11101
69531
07/14/00
LEWAN&AS LEWAN & ASSOCIATES, INC
321
CUSTOMER SVC PLAN
467.00
11101
69532
07/14/00
LILIANOS LILIAN OSORIO MYERS
514
TRANSLATION SVCS
378.00
11101
69533
07/14/00
MCDA MCMENAMIN DAVIS ARCHITECT
800
PROF SVC/FIRE STAT REMOD
725.00
11101
69534
07/14/00
MCPMAGAZ MCP MAGAZINE
143
CONFERENCE REGIST/ROUNDS
695.00
11101
69535
07/14/00
MELDORCO MELDOR CONSTRUCTION, INC
800
CONSTRUCTION/W BVRCRK BLV
74,245.93
11101
69536
07/14/00
MESASUPP MESA SUPPLY COMPANIES
435
POWER SCRUB
450.00
11101
11101
1
69537
69537
69537
69537
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
MOCEAN MOCEAN
MOCEAN MOCEAN
MOCEAN MOCEAN
MOCEAN MOCEAN
312
312
312
312
BIKE SHORTS, JACKETS
BIKE SHORTS
CARGO SHORTS
BIKE SHORTS
202.60
98.16
362.47
49.40
712.63
11101
69536
07/14/00
MYRONMAN MYRON MANUFACTURING CORP.
314
FRONTIER 500 ATLAS
723.34
11101
69539
07/14/00
NATLSIGN NATIONAL SIGN COMPANY, IN
413
SPEED BUMB SIGNS/WR
851.92
11101
69540
07/14/00
NEWSHOES NEW SHOES
513
BAL DUE FOR CONCERT
600.00
11101
69541
07/14/00
NORTHERN NORTHERN TOOL & EQUIPMENT
415
TIE DOWN TRAILER
74.59
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
69542
69542
69542
69542
69542
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
NORWINVE NORWEST INVESTMENT SERVIC
NORWINVE NORWEST INVESTMENT SERVIC
NORWINVE NORWEST INVESTMENT SERVIC
NORWINVE NORWEST INVESTMENT SERVIC
NORWINVE NORWEST INVESTMENT SERVIC
322
415
321
432
413
LEASE PMT #10
LEASE PMT #10
LEASE PMT #10
LEASE PMT #10
LEASE PMT #10
16,731.63
2,964.12
2,946.48
9,665.61
15,499.34
47,807.18
11101
11101
11101
11101
69543
69543
69543
69543
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
OFFICEDE OFFICE DEPOT
OFFICEDE OFFICE DEPOT
OFFICEDE OFFICE DEPOT
OFFICEDE OFFICE DEPOT
211
412
211
411
FILE CABINET
MARKERS,FILE LABELS,BOXES
MISC OFFICE SUPPLIES
MARKERS,FILE LABELS,BOXES
949.76
19.50
62.79
25.58
1,057.63
11101
69544
07/14/00
OFFICETE OFFICE TECKNOWLEDGY
211
PRINTER REPAIR
95.00
11101
69545
07/14/00
ORKINPES ORKIN PEST CONTROL
321
PEST CONTROL/FIRE
50.00
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MENT FUND
CASH ACCT
CHECK NUMBER
DATE ISSUED
------VENDOR--------------
PROGRAM
-------DESCRIPTION-------
AMOUNT
11101
11101
11101
69546
69546
69546
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
PANCHASC
PANCHASC
PANCHASC
PANCRA'S CLEANING SERVICE
PANCRA'S CLEANING SERVICE
PANCHASS CLEANING SERVICE
414
431
434
OFFICE CLEANING/JULY
OFFICE CLEANING/JULY
OFFICE CLEANING/JULY
1,666.67
1,333.33
333.33
3,333.33
11101
69547
07/14/00
PARADIGM
PARADIGM SERVICES, LLC
520
GAS SVC/MAY
2,888.63
11101
69548
07/14/00
PEREGRIN
PEREGRINE PRESS
114
AVON ADVAOCATE
984.25
11101
69549
07/14/00
PITNEYBO
PITNEY BOWES
149
POSTAGE METER/8/16-11/15
209.10
11101
69550
07/14/00
PRACTITI
PRACTITIONERS PUBLISHING
141
AUDITS OF LOC GOVT/CDROM
140.58
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
69551
69551
69551
69551
69551
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
PUBLSERV
PUBLSERV
PUBLSERV
PUBLSERV
PUBLSERV
PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY
PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY
PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY
PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY
PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY
321
414
434
414
414
GAS SVC 5/29-6/29
GAS SVC 5/26-6/27
GAS SVC 5/29-6/28
GAS SVC 5/29-6/28
GAS SVC 5/26-6/26
14.23
34.86
153.18
27,22
143.77
373.26
11101
69552
07/14/00
QUICKBEA
QUICKBEAM SYSTEMS
431
PENS,BOARD CLEANER,LABELS
24.84
0
69553
07/14/00
QUICKBEA
QUICKBEAM SYSTEMS
513
STAGE,LIGHT,SOUND DEPOSIT
7,890.00
11101
69554
07/14/00
QUICKBEA
QUICKBEAM SYSTEMS
513
STAGE,LIGHT,SOUND/SALUTE
7,890.00
11101
69555
07/14/00
READYCAR
READY CARE INDUSTRIES
520
SHAMPOO/REC CTR
147.94
11101
69556
07/14/00
RESTRUCT
RESTRUCTION CORPORATION
413
REPAIR OF BRIDGE DECKS
672,45
11101
69557
07/14/00
RIEDMANC
RIEDMAN CORPORATION
321
PACKAGE POLICY/FIRE
851.00
11101
69558
07/14/00
RMWINC
RMW, INC
213
ELECTRICAL INSPECTIONS
560.00
11101
69559
07/14/00
ROBINSON
ROBINSON & SCHEURER P.C.
800
LEGAL SVC/CONFLUENCE
861.00
11101
69560
07/14/00
SAMSCLUB
SAM'S CLUB
515
MERCHANDISE FOR RESALE
400.00
11101
69561
07/14/00
SECRETAR
SECRETARY OF STATE
431
NOTARY FEES/WILLIAMS
10.00
11101
69562
07/14/00
SHERMANA
SHERMAN AND HOWARD
424
PROF SVC/WATER PLANNING
393.75
11101
11101
69563
69563
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
SKAGGSTE
SKAGGSTE
SKAGGS COMPANIES
SKAGGS COMPANIES
312
312
UNIFORM SHIRT
8 KNIVES/POLICE
47.42
265.10
312.52
11101
11101
69564
69564
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
SNOWBRID
SNOWBRID
SNOWBRIDGE, INC.
SNOWBRIDGE, INC.
435
435
PUMP MAIN WASH BAY RECYCL
PUMP MAIN WASH BAY TANK
976.00
2,145.00
3,121.00
69565
07/14/00
SPRINGVA
SPRING VALLEY GREENHOUSE
415
FLOWERS
1,170.40
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CASH ACCT CHECK NUMBER DATE ISSUED --------------VENDOR-------------- PROGRAM -------DESCRIPTION------- AMOUNT
11101
69566
07/14/00
BERNSTEI STAN BERNSTEIN AND ASSOCI
191
PROF SVC/COPS
600.00
11101
69567
07/14/00
SUMMITSP SUMMIT SPORTSWEAR
521
T-SHIRTS
362
.50
11101
69568
07/14/00
SUMMITSU SUMMIT SUPPLY CORPORATION
415
BOUNDARY LINES,DRAG MAT
291
.34
11101
69569
07/14/00
SUNRIDII SUNRIDGE PHASE II
800
APPRAISAL
2,000
.00
11101
69570
07/14/00
T0000692 SUSAN WEISS
516
BIKINI/REC
81
.32
11101
69571
07/14/00
TASHADOB TASHA DOBBS
10
TRAVEL ADVANCE
175
.00
11101
69572
07/14/00
TAYLORFE TAYLOR FENCE CO. OF GRAND
521
DAY CAMP FENCE CLAMPS
11
.75
11101
69573
07/14/00
TERRASAN TERRASAN
800
PROF SVC/WR ENTRY SIGN PR
563
.93
11101
69574
07/14/00
THEBLIND THE BLIND MAN OF AMERICA
321
BLINDS/FIRE
911
.00
11101
69575
07/14/00
THECHAMB THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
114
FUNDING CONTRIBUTION
50,000
.00
1 101
69576
07/14/00
THOMPSON THOMPSON PUBLISHING GROUP
132
PUBLIC EMPLOYERS GUIDE
249
.00
1
6957
07/14/00
TRICOUNT TRI COUNTY FIRE EXTINGUIS
322
REFILL FOR EXTINGUISHERS
26
.00
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
69578
69578
69578
69576
69578
69578
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
UNISOURC UNISOURCE WORLDWIDE, INC
UNISOURC UNISOURCE WORLDWIDE, INC
UNISOURC UNISOURCE WORLDWIDE, INC
UNISOURC UNISOURCE WORLDWIDE, INC
UNISOURC UNISOURCE WORLDWIDE, INC
UNISOURC UNISOURCE WORLDWIDE, INC
520
520
414
415
321
414
GLOVES
MISC CLEANING SUPP
LOTION,PAPER TOWELS,LOTIO
GLOVES,CLEANER
PAPER TOWELS, TOILET PAPR
CLEANING SUPP
30.00
1,268.27
269.22
112.00
210.66
351.15
2,291.
30
11101
69579
07/14/00
UNICOACH UNIVERSAL COACH PARTS, IN
61
WINDSHIELD
480.
90
11101
11101
69580
69580
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
USWEST US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWEST US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
321
321
PHONE 6/22-7/21
6/22-7/21
24.
21.
13
56
95.
69
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
1111101
69582
69582
69582
69582
69582
69582
69582
69582
69582
69582
69582
69582
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
321
321
211
149
321
149
514
321
514
311
149
141
PHONE SVC 6/22-7/21
PHONE SVC 6/22-7/21
PHONE 6/22-7/21
PHONE SVC 6/22-7/21
PHONE SVC 6/22-7/21
PHONE SVC 6/22-7/21
PHONE SVC 6/22-7/21
PHONE SVC 6/22-7/21
PHONE 6/22-7/21
PHONE 6/22-7/21
PHONE 6/22-7/21
PHONE 6/22-7/21
50.
56.
89.
16.
52.
278.
163.
44.
44.
178.
133.
44.
08
05
10
54
32
68
12
88
55
20
72
55
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CASH ACCT
CHECK NUMBER
DATE ISSUED
--------------VENDOR--------------
PROGRAM
-------DESCRIPTION-------
AMOUNT
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
11101
69582
69582
69582
69582
69582
69582
69582
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
USWESTCO US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
149
431
149
149
149
143
149
PHONE 6/22-7/21
PHONE 6/22-7/21
PHONE 6/22-7/21
PHONE 6/22-7/21
PHONE 6/22-7/21
PHONE 6/22-7/21
PHONE 6/22-7/21
222,70
44.55
41.33
266.65
44.23
52.56
61.16
1,884.97
11101
11101
11101
11101
69583
69583
69583
69583
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
UTECOUNT UTE COUNTRY HVAR & CONTRO
UTECOUNT UTE COUNTRY HVAR & CONTRO
UTECOUNT UTE COUNTRY HVAR & CONTRO
UTECOUNT UTE COUNTRY HVAR & CONTRO
414
414
414
414
24 VOLT ACTUATOR
AIR CONDITIONER/DALES OFF
INSTALL AIR SUPPLY RUNS
INSTALL DUCT SUPPLY AIR
350.74
1,535.13
866.61
1,511.43
4,263.91
11101
69584
07/14/00
VAILVAGA VAIL VALLEY GARAGE DOOR
321
REPAIR TO AVON STAT DOOR
115.00
11101
11101
11101
11101
69585
69585
69585
69585
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
WHEATLAN WHEATLAND FIRE EQUIPMENT
WHEATLAN WHEATLAND FIRE EQUIPMENT
WHEATLAN WHEATLAND FIRE EQUIPMENT
WHEATLAN WHEATLAND FIRE EQUIPMENT
322
322
322
322
HELMETS (6)
AIR CHISEL
REPAIR/AIR CHISEL
MULTI WASH
232.43
20.62
9.63
42.04
304.72
1
69586
07/14/00
WILSONSG WILSON'S GUN SHOP, INC
312
MAG W/STEEL PAD
94.27
11101
11101
11101
11101
69587
69587
69587
69587
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
07/14/00
XEROXCOR XEROX CORPORATION
XEROXCOR XEROX CORPORATION
XEROXCOR XEROX CORPORATION
XEROXCOR XEROX CORPORATION
431
311
149
311
BASE CHARGE
LEASE PMT #18/POLICE
BASE CHARGE/10/8/99-3/30
BASE CHG PLUS FEES
141.00
442.30
3,115.00
269.89
3,968.19
11101
11101
69588
69588
TOTAL CHECK
07/14/00
07/14/00
ZEEMEDIC ZEE MEDICAL, INC.
ZEEMEDIC ZEE MEDICAL, INC.
432
434
MISC MEDICAL SUPP
SAFETY GLASSES
88.89
95.88
184.77
11101
69585
07/14/00
ZEPMANUF ZEP MANUFACTURING COMPANY
321
CLEANING SUPPLIES
142.19
TOTAL CASH
ACCOUNT
478,641.11
TOTAL FUND
478,641.11
TOTAL REPOR
T
478,641.11
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Request for Proposal
Information Services for the Town of Avon
Background
Over the past several years the Town of Avon has relied on the Visitor Infonmation Center located at City
Market for dissemination of information services. The Town of Avon is preparing to take the next step
forward in access to information. Within the next five years, the commercial area of Avon will double due
to approved developments.
The Objective
The Town of Avon is highly motivated to implement unmanned Visitor .information Sites at key locations
such as interstate and town core sites. These sites could be a combination of call board and computer
technology.
Your Response
Prior to your written response there will be a mandatory pre-proposal meeting at Town Hall in Avon on
Thursday, May 18°' at 2:00 p.m. At this meeting Town Staff will inform you of potential sites and possible
obstacles and answer questions. Your tivritten response will be due no later than 4:00 p.m. Friday, June 2,
2000. If you have any questions prior to the pre-proposal meeting, please call Bill Efting at (970) 748-
4072.
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June 7, 2000
Dear Avon Town Council Members:
970.926.8200 Fax 970.926.8220
Mailing Address: P.O. kx t4o9, Edivards, Colorado 81632
Street Address: w5 Edivards Village Blvd., Edwards, Colorado 81632
sli ferdesigns.eom e-mail: info@sliferdesigns.eom
Visitor Centers are a fundamental service offered by most communities
and expected by most visitors. Visitor Centers can also serve local residents
who primarily request recreational and entertainment information.
In the year 2000, technology is evolving that includes touch and voice
activated free-standing/kiosk computers that offer interactive guest information.
Due to the relatively new state of this technology, consumers have yet to achieve
a broad comfort level with this new medium. The best interactive technology has
not quite reached a level of economic viability.
In the meantime, numerous enterprising marketing companies are offering
call centers and/or low grade touch activated computers to augment human
operated visitor centers. Typically, the call centers offer immediate phone
contact with merchants/services/lodges, who pay a modest fee to the marketing
company. The marketing companies in turn have to recruit an organization or
individual to monitor the maintenance of the center. Often, the monitoring agent
is a local Chamber of Commerce staff person who shares the joint interest of
wanting guest information to be easily available.
The staff and executive committee of the Vail Valley Chamber of
Commerce have done extensive research in response to a request from the
Town of Avon's RFP. Your request instigated a thorough study and survey of
available technology, local merchant demand, and available information services
in other tourist based communities.
Included in this booklet are our findings. In addition to helping you decide
whether or not you favor cooperating with a marketing company to provide
computer generated information and call centers, the research sheds some light
on the perceived importance of humanly operated Visitor Centers and the various
funding mechanisms for those Visitor Centers. It was overwhelmingly indicated
that local merchants in Avon (as elsewhere, e.g. Summit County, where 84%
agreed) prefer traditional, human operated Visitor Centers. There is wide
approval for Visitor Centers to be augmented by call centers after visiting hours.
M r
The
CHAMBER
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I• Summary of Merchants Survey
Chamber staff contacted 21 Chamber member businesses located in Avon and conducted an
informal phone survey to gain a better understanding of Information Services needs in our
area. The most poignant information is that 100% of the merchants prefer that Valleywide
information be provided at the Visitors Center location in City Market. Three of these
merchants would like Avon information distributed first, but ALL of those surveyed felt
strongly that valleywide information is important. 100% of the merchants prefer Information
Services be provided through human contact. The general consensus is that callboards or
other computer kiosk type services should be implemented only to provide assistance after-
hours. Adequate directions/ signage is also key to the location.
66% of the merchants are interested in having a callboard. 48% of the respondents stated
that a callboard/ kiosk location should be south of 1-70, highly visible and easily accessible.
In order to identify a prime location for a callboard unit, further study is recommended.
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The location of freestanding, computerized information/call centers
appears to be a dilemma in other communities, as it is here in Avon. The most
favored locations are those attached to the exterior of the Visitor Center.
Proximity to auto traffic and good public lighting are two other criteria.
Should you decide one or more call centers would be a good idea for
Avon, the Chamber will gladly conduct a survey for optimum locations, based
upon a variety of factors. We will also be happy to monitor the call centers.
Some years ago, the Chamber solicited a marketing firm to install a call
center in City Market. Over time, City Market became the "monitor". The call
center is still located at City Market, but because their staff has failed to keep the
marketing company informed, the call center is often out of order. The marketing
company told us during our research that they plan to remove the call center in
August unless the Chamber or another motivated organization will take on the
monitoring responsibility. If the Council wishes and if the marketing company
can solicit enough merchants to participate, we are willing to assume the
monitoring responsibility. For general visitor information, the call center would
(as it does now) have direct lines to the Chamber Visitor Center. For specific
lodging or merchant services, the call center will have direct lines to participating
merchants.
We hope you will find our research valuable. Included are three summary
pages of 1) our merchant survey; 2) funding sources for Information Centers; and
3) facts and costs of participating with NCS, the largest kiosk provider in this 5-
state region.
We are awaiting direction from you. If you would like us to proceed with a
merchant and user survey as well as negotiating the chosen location(s), please
have Bill Efting contact Jen Brown at the Chamber so that we can get started
immediately. If you have further questions, please feel free to call me or Jen
Brown and we will try to provide answers.
With warm regards,
D
Beth Slifer
President, Chamber of Commerce
BS/aef
The
CHAMBER,
of Commerce
II. Summary of Funding Sources
Staff researched and compared seven organizations (including Vail Valley Chamber) that operate
information centers in ski resort communities. The intent of this research is to understand the funding of
these information centers, what the funding provides and what role callboards and computer kiosks have
among these centers.
All provide information services for their respective communities through the operation of visitors'
information centers.
Each organization receives a form of government funding to operate the Visitors Information Centers,
though the mode of funding is different. Funding forms include grants, lodging tax appropriations, sales
tax appropriations, vendors' fees, direct funding or a contract service. In every instance, the provided
funding covers staffing.
Each organization strongly emphasized the need for human contact in their Visitors' Information Centers.
Of seven, three use callboards for guests; two for after-hours purposes, and one for a 24-hour information
service paid for by members. Advertising is the sole source of funding for callboards.
Use of computer kiosk technology is divided; as almost half use them, almost half do not. Two of seven
organizations use computer kiosks primarily to highlight their websites and the kiosks are only available
during business hours. In the past, both the Vail Valley Tourism & Convention Bureau and the Vail
Valley Chamber provided computer touch- screen technology, but removed both due to computer
dysfunction and lack of use. Whistler is in the process of initiating a high-tech touch screen computer
available 24 hours. They will be monitoring its' success.
Avon Merchant Survey
Business Name
Contact
Type of Business Do you want a cailboard/ unmanned kiosk providing visitor Info in if so, should
Pizza H
t
ki
l
Would you purchase advertising on
Do you want valleywlde Info at Do you prefer Information be disseminated thro
h
d
u
par
ng
ot or other areas In Avon?
info be Avon-
cailboard at $661 month?
City Market Info Center?
ug
unmanne
kiosks or staffed center wl human contact?
only or
valieywide?
A Great Time DJ's
Fred Hammond
Entertainment
No specific need due to nature of business, however would prefer more
not answered
Yes, servce does not apply to company
Yes
H
central location) heavy traffic area (1st Bank/ Post Office). Pizza Hut not
though.
uman contact.
ideal location.
Agency.Com
Amy Wasmer
Marketing
Yes
Valleyvnde
Yes
Hearing
Yes
Human contactcombination.
All Mountain Sports
Phil Horsman
Retail/Sporting
Yes, but south of 1.70 i.e., ne)d to Century 21 building for traffic and
Valleywide
Possibly
dependent on location
Yes
accessibility.
,
.
No preference.
Alpine Management & RE Services, Inc
. Beth Robinson
Lodging
Likes location as is
.
not answered
No
Yes
Human contact,
Architectural Resource Consultants, Inc. Valerie Bail
Additional informational areas not a bad idea; should be central location
Vall de
No
in Awn.
Yes, Likes our location.
Combination
Armstrong, Nowsad & Associates, P.C.
Kelly Lyle
Accounting
Yes, but south of 1.70 in a heavily trafficked area.
Velleywide
Yes
Yes
Combination
Awn Liquor
Cary Hogan
Retell/Liquor
Yes, but in heavy traffic area. Likes City Market location brc of traffic
Combination
Yes
pattern.
Yes
Human contact.
Beaver Creek Merchants Association
Brien Nolan
Merchant Group of
60 Retell)
No- prefer human contact and focus on state-of-the-art human service
VS. technology.
not answered
No, generally most merchants did not see
Valleywide- every information
Human contact is a must. 'Brian, Patty & Karen surveyed BC Merchants
Restaurants
R
au
value.
center should provide all
and responses represent their feelings as a group, but not all 60
Dr. Harding DDS
pepbre
et
Call Board on the south side of 1-70
Valleywide
Yes
informarion for our guests.
members available qt time of surveying.
Awn Information first.
Human contact always most important. Machine break; vandalism
Habitat Post and Beam
Hi
h
Patti Ghgras
Construction
Call board @Rzza Hut
e
No
occurs.
g
Country Shirtworks
Tim Bryendlson
Retail/Apparel Design Yes, but south of 1.70 i.e., ne)d to bank or post office.
Avon o ly
No
Yes
Personal act only-perhaps
perhaps
after-hour
cailboard.
Awn Information first.
Human conntatact always most
important.
Machines break; vandalism
Insurance by Marti
Intermountain Insurance
m
Ma a Tra a horn
Marcella Dawes
Insurance
Insurance
Call Board ne d to Pizza Hut,
Call Board
anywhere visible and accessible
Valleywide
Yes, depending on business.
Yes
occurs.
Manned during business hours. Computerized after hours
KKC
AGM Radio
Kristine
Communications
.
Cell Board @ Denny's
Valleywide
Valle
wide
Yes
Y
Yes
.
Manned during business hours. Computerized after hours
L.M.S. Sales
Linda Mantle
Housekeeping
Call board @Pizza Hut
y
Valleywde
es
No
Yes
Personal contact only-perhaps after-hour cailboard.
Service
Yes
Human contact
Land Designs by Ellison
Kim Bryant
Landscaping
No specific need due to nature of business, however would prefer to wait
Valleywide
This would vary due to the nature of the
Yes
.
for 1.70 interchange completion- no better location than Chamber at this
business, but they would be in favor of a fee if
Personal contact only-perhaps after-hour cailboard.
time.
warranted.
Masato's
McMahan and Associates, P.C.
M1eselo
Pinky Justice
Restaurant
Sev2dAcmunthg
No
Pizza Hut good location
Not beneficial to the nature of th
i
b
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Valleywide
V
Possibly, dependent on location.
Yes
Human contact.
Norwest Investment Services, Inc.
Tammy Curmano
Se vicelinvestments
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us
ness.
Good idea. Prefer manned Kiosk m cailboard.
alleywnde
Valle
wide
Possibly, dependent on location.
Y
Yes
Human contact.
y
es
Yea, but prefer different )oration.
Human contact,
The Seasons
Mary Ann
Harrinon
gt
Lodging
Yes, possibly but south of 1.70.
Avon only
Possibly, dependent on location.
Avon Information first.
Human contact.
Venture Sports
TOTALS:
Mark Weinrekh
Retell/Sporthg
No
66/0 (14121) =Yes want callboardl unmanned kiosk 48%,10121 want
not answered
82%(14/17)-
No
Yes prefers manned caller.
HHuman tooted
location south of 1.70; more visible. 29% (6)=No do not want
Vageywide
43% (9121) =Yes, would purchase
advertising for $65/ month
33% (7121)-No
100% (21/21(=Yes prefer
fo
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id
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100°1 (20120)=Yes prefer human contact, Le. manned Info centers.
callboardl kiosk
12%(2/17) = Avon-
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be distributed,
40% (8120) Combination, suggest after-hours caliboard. 5%a no
only. 6%(1/17)
purc
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vert
s
ng. 24% (6121)
however 3121 prefer Avon
preference.
Combination.
Maybe,
Information given first.
4/21 Did not
answer.
Data as of June 7, 2000.
Funding Sources for Information Centers
Chamber Contact Provide Info 1 Locations/ Comments Funding Sources Funding Covers
Services?
Aspen Chamber Chris Nolen Yes- Info Center 3 winter/ 4 summer City of Aspen writes grant for $100-$135,0001 yr. Staffing and minimal
Resort Association 8OD-26ASPEN Pitkin County funds airport location. operational expenses.
Glenwood Springs Lai Hogan (970) Yes- Into Center 1 Mein Information Center
Chamber Resort 9464W9
Association
Portion of a 1.5% lodging tax (Approximately Information Center and
$283,000/ year.) Staff.
Steamboat
Sandy Evans Yee- Into Center
1 Mein Information Center
Springs Chamber
(970) 879.0882
Resort Association
Summit County
Becky Simonton Yes- Info Center
1 Main Information Center w/
Chamber of
(870) 668.2051
Admin. offices in Frisco,1
Commerce
location in Silverthome- Info
Center and Guest Assistance
where 800# Inquiries are
Vail Valley
Jon Brown (970) Yes- Into Carter
1 Main Information Center & 1
Chamber of
949-5189
unmanned Info Center in
Commerce
Edwards.
Half of annual vendor's fee goes to Chamber $400,000 of the funding
($400,000), earmarked for summer marketing. City is for summer marketing.
matches this amount collected on annual basis. (Visitor Services is part of
(Total Visitor Center budget $80,0001 year.) the marketing budget)
Use Callboards Use Computer Klosks
NO -feelstronglyQ NO
personal approach.
Emphasize plenty of
staffing.
YES- open 24 hours in YES- kiosk provides only their website
Visitor Info Center. and is accessed only during business
Members pay $600/year hours. Can print maps, Info on Glenwood
or $300/ 6 months as an and surrounding areas.
additional benefit.
Additional Comments
Town contracts wl Chamber for Info. Svcs. b/c town doesn't want to
manage. Into desks located In high traffic areas on city property, within city-
owned buildings. Chamber does not pay rent for space.
Have ordered a touch screen system that will be in main visitor center
location for watt-In guests to use.
NO YES- Installing terminal of their web site, Town contracts w/ Chamber to provide Economic Development, summer
like Glenwoods. marketltgl events & Information Services. History of vendor's fee is very
contusN and Chamber Is "fighting"lo maintain funding. Visitor Center,
Public Relations, Summer Marketing, Events, Administration, Advertising,
ETC. Is covered by the remaining funding,
$30,000 from County, $20,00 from tam governments. Everything- staffing and YES- both locations. 24
Town d Frisco oontributes office location, Additional administration. hour lodging
sources from membership and awn-dues program reservations & other
income. Filed for 501.03 non profit status for Vroitors Sumlt County guest Info.
Centers.
NO Both Visitor Carter buildings operate rent-free. Sllvenhome location
donated by Dillon Ridge LLC and Frisco location donated by Town of Frisco.
Town of Avon funds Visitor Center in amount of Information Center NO- Direct dial phone NO, had e-mail/ Internet computer
$100,0D0. Additional sources from membership dues staffing/ overhead. from Edwards location. terminal in Info Center- removed due to
& non-dues program income. lack of use and poor performance.
Veil Valley
Frank Johnim
Yee- Into Center
2 Manned Info Centers in
Town of Vail co trads with TCB to run Motors
Information Centers,
Yes, mostly as after
NO, had computer kiosks near covered Given choice, visit= preferred human contact to computer kiosks. TCB
Tourism &
(970) 476.1000
Uonshead & Vail Village.
Centers in amount of $155,800. Infomation Centers
staffing and overhead.
hours tool. Generates
bridge & other locations in valley. administrates Vail Marketing Bard program.
Convention
Volunteer host program.
total budget (2 locations) $323,800. Remainder from
12,000 calls after hours.
Removed due to poor working order,
Bureau
aonndesions, merchandise sales, etc.
glare and lack of use.
Whistler, Canada
Thelma
Yes- Into Center
1 Main Information Center (June- 70% revenues from Membership Fees, 25% from
All operations- Chamber
NO
YES- Installing 24-hour unmanned
Chamber of
Johnstone (604)
Labor Day). Operate 5 smaller
granting aides from miaddpal govemmetl bpslative
and Visitor Center,
computerized touch screen, located in
Commerce
932.5528
visitor Info areas in resort Parks entities- considered fee for services. 5% Stale grant.
primary location. Alter determining
Dept distributes maps.
success, will consider other locations.
TOTALS:
100% Similar
# locations vary- see
100;6 receive some font of government
100% funding coven
417 (67%) do not use
49% have computer kiosks and 51%
organizations
comments.
funding.
staffing,
cailboords. 317 (43%)
do not have computer kiosks. One will Data as of June 7, 2000.
provide Info
use caiiboards.
hove 24 hour access.
Services.
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IV. Summary of State-of-the-Art Computer Kiosk Information
Chamber staff contacted CeroView to learn about the availability of state-of-the-art computer kiosk systems. The
following are three potential systems offered by CeroView.
Citadine - Outdoor, free standing interactive kiosk with armored glass, accessible to public, video conference kit,
wireless network system, security alarm system, fully lit, printer, heater, A/C, speakers. Customized Software
Capability- (internet based). The cost of the system is approximately $26,200.00.
Sirius - Indoor wall mount kiosk with accessibility, video conferencing kit, secure lighting, printer, heater, A/C, sealed
system for covered environment. Customized Software Capability- (internet based). The cost of the system is
approximately $14,700.00.
Maxmedia - Window-front glass kiosk, allowing user to interact through touch storefront window. Customized
Software Capability- (internet based). The cost of this system is approximately $12,150.00.
Each system requires customized software, and depending on the sophistication of the software, will allow guests to
search for and print information, review maps and even offers the possibility to make reservations (lodging and dining)
online. If chosen, the kiosks could include the ability to make purchases online. (This would increase the cost of the
units.) Prices listed above include basic software development including the ability to make online reservations,
computer equipment and the kiosk casing.
Technical Spec Sheets on all three Cero View products follow.
Application CITADINE is a kiosk designed for outside use as an interactive
information center. It is accessible to a wide public, with an
intuitive information access. Its high security design (alarm,
electronic surveillance, armored glass, stainless steel structure)
protects it from vandalism. The lighting at the top of the kiosk
enables it to be recognized by day and by night, reassures users,
reduces the risk of vandalism and gives shelter from bad weather.
Two sides of the kiosk have a glass panel with automatic lighting
for street maps and posters.
Dimensions Height : 3000 mm
Width : 1200 mm
Depth : 1200 mm
Total weight : about 200 kilograms
Standard color : white brushed, stainless steel, white plastic
Features Stainless steel tube on isolating base - Armored door with high
security locks - EC approved armored glass - Exclusive fixing clip
system for monitor - Exclusive fixing clip system for PC -
Backlights - Earthed electrical equipment - Protected by a
holographic identity - Protected by an ED multimedia tatoo
Options Adhesive signs kit - visual identity - Alarm, electronic surveillance
- Air conditioning - Armored keyboard kit - Armored trackball kit
(stainless steel) - Capacitive through-glass touch screen system -
Card reader - Computer - DVD kit - Exclusive revolving fixing clip
printer kit - Exclusive fixing clip card reader kit - Ground fixation
kit - Key power switch - Loudspeakers - Network Data Updating
System. - Printer - Remote card reader - Standard network
system - Video conference kit - Wireless network system
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Application SIRIUS is designed for indoor mural use as an intemet
access point or any other application with an armored
keyboard and is accessible to a wide public. SIRIUS
closeness to the user makes it an indispensable tool. An
outstanding design for an outstanding kiosk: SIRIUS is
equipped with lighting for the comfort and security of users
in a keyboard niche providing privacy where confidential
information is concerned.
Dimensions Height: 1 500 mm
Width: 500 mm
Depth: 280 mm
Total weight: about 30 kilos
Adjustable screen height
Standard color: metal gray
Features 15 inch liquid crystal screen - Adjustable fixing clip & shelf
for monitor - Armored keyboard kit - Fixing clip system for
PC -1 Locking door - Lighting kit for armored keyboard -
- Protected by a holographic identity - Protected by an ED
multimedia tatoo - Wall bracket kit
Options Adhesive signs kit - visual identity - Alarm, electronic
surveillance - Armored glass tactile slab (CE approved) -
Armored touch-screen - Wireless or standard network
system - Through-glass audio speakers kit - Key power
switch - Internet connection kit - Exclusive fixing clip card
reader kit - Video conference kit - Unlimited range of colors
available - Card reader - Computer - Secure personalized
intemet browser - Network maintenance - Printer kit
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Application MAXMEDIA is an ultimate designed "kiosk" with the specific
tactile surface necessary for interactivity through a store window
up to 25 mm thick (not double-glazed). This allows customers to
interact with it from outside the store simply by touching the
window 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and attracts pedestrians
into the store. The through-glass audio speaker can project sound
through standard window glass. This speaker system has a
frequency range of 300Hz-5kHz and a rated speaker power of 30
watts.
Dimensions Height : 600 mm
Width : 500 mm
Thickness : 70 mm
Total weight : about 10 kilograms
Standard color: white
Features 1 Locking door - Adjustable fixing clip & shelf for monitor -
Capacitive through-glass touchscreen system - Computer - Fixing
clip system for hardware components - Power supply and fan
cooler - Protected by a holographic identity - Protected by an ED
multimedia tattoo.
Options Adhesive signs kit - visual identity - DVD kit - Key power switch -
Network Data Updating System. - Printer - Remote card reader -
Remote fixing clip card reader kit - Standard network system -
Through-glass audio speakers kit - Unlimited range of color
available - Video conference kit - Wireless network system
Approval Disabled persons compatible EC norm compatible Registered
model at I.N.P.I. Fire-proof
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Additional Research of Tourism Organizations
Types of Information Services Provided:
Organization Name Manned Info Computer Kiosk- Offer State-of-the-A rt
Center Available Business Info. Technology
Hours Only
Disney World Resort
Yes
No
Hilton Head Island Chamber of Commerce
Yes
Yes
Honolulu Convention & Visitors Bureau
Yes
No
Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce
Yes
Yes
Lake Tahoe Convention & Visitors Bureau
Yes
Yes
Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce
Yes
Yes
Long Island Convention & Visitors Bureau
Yes
No
Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
Yes
No
Orlando Convention & Visitors Bureau
Yes
No
Park City Convention & Visitors Bureau
Yes
Yes
San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau
Yes
No
Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce
Yes
No
Southampton Chamber of Commerce
Yes
No
Taos Chamber of Commerce
Yes
Yes
Washington DC Convention & Visitors Bureau
Yes
No
Totals
100% Provide
40% provide kiosk during
manned info,
business hours. 60% do
center.
not provide kiosk.
No
No
No
No
No
Very technical, interactive
computer kiosks.
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
1% Provide state-of-the-art
technology. 99% do not
have state-of-the -art
technology.
As of June 2, 2000