TC Minutes 01-28-19920 0
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN COUNCIL
HELD JANUARY 28, 1992 - 7:30 P.M.
The regular meeting of the Avon Town Council 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 Jerry Davis at 7:53p.m.
A roll call was taken with Councilors Mike Bennett, Charlie
Gersbach, John Hazard, Tom Hines, Gloria McRory, and Albert
Reynolds present. Also present were Town Attorney John Dunn, Town
Manager Bill James, Director of Engineering Norm Wood, Director of
Municipal Services Larry Brooks, Director of Community Development
Rick Pylman, Planner Jim Curnutte, Police Chief Art Dalton, Fire
Chief Charlie Moore, Public Relations Officer Teresa Albertson,
Town Clerk Patty Neyhart, as well as members of the press and
public.
First item Mayor Davis stated was from Councilor Mike Bennett.
Councilor Bennett thanked everyone from the Community, Council,
and Staff and announced his resignation from the Council,
effective tonight. Councilor Bennett added that it has been 30
days since residency in the Town and believes that it is proper to
remove himself from the formal process. Councilor Bennett stated
that it has been a pleasure to be here and wished everyone a good
day.
First item on the Agenda under Citizen Input was Channel #23,
represented by Mr. Steve Miller, President of the Board.
Mr. Miller apologized for not attending last Council meeting as
scheduled. Channel #23 is Vail Valley Community Television. Mr.
Miller stated that when Mayor Davis resigned from the Channel #23
Board, the Board sought to replace Mayor Davis through the
interview process. Mr. Miller added that his appearance tonight
is to eliminate any confusion of the Council's chosen replacement
of Councilor Hazard. Mr. Miller informed that it is the Board's
pleasure to identify the Town's representative and will do so at
the next Board meeting (Feb. 11th, 7:00am at Channel #23
Studios). Councilor Hazard will be accepted with full Board
honors and understandings. Other Boardmembers are Chris Vail,
Brian Hall, Regio Bryan; treasurer, Bill Perkins, Jim Shearer,
Jeanne Noe; executive director, and Josh Hall; technical
supervisor. Mr. Miller invited all to tour the Studio; call Mr.
Miller or Jeanne Noe with requested day and time if interested.
Mr. Miller mentioned a letter that Channel #23 has received from
Heritage Cablevision (see attached Exhibit A) regarding funding of
$10,000 for Channel #23. Mr. Miller added that the funding
received from Heritage Cablevision to Channel #23 is contingent on
the renewal of the franchise agreement that Heritage Cablevision
has with the Town. Mayor Davis mentioned that Heritage
Cablevision franchise agreement's renewal is in 1994.
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Mr. Miller expressed that Channel #23 is public access television
and requested Council to consider a value for such service.
Councilor Hazard questioned other funding sources. Mr. Miller
responded that a fund raising committee has been established to
cover consistent funds that may not be available in the future.
Council thanked Mr. Miller for his presentation.
Next under Citizen Input was the Avon Art Trust represented by Mr.
Deane Knox.
Mr. Knox informed that the Avon Art Trust will shortly become a
legal non-profit organization (501C6). Mr. Knox stated that the
Art Trust is endowed with the responsibility of the Citizen of the
Year (Citizen of the Valley, Contributor of the Valley) program.
The first Citizen of the Year is Allan Nottingham and the Art
Trust has commissioned Herb Mignery to complete Allan's bust in
March. Mr. Knox requested Council to consider placement of
future pieces of statues (one, possibly two a year, representing a
five year program). Mr. Knox suggested Mr. Nottingham's bust be
displayed in the Council Chambers or at least until further
sculptures are completed. Mr. Knox reminded Council of a theme
in determining future sculptures; history; old west; growth; and
mentioned Checkmate's suitability. Mr. Knox added that Mr.
Nottingham's bust will be displayed as "Cowboy Mayor" in keeping
with the theme. Mr. Nottingham's bust is approximately 6 1/2'
with base and will need a 12 X 12 area for display. The Art Trust
recommends Sidewalk Society by Glenna Goodacre. Sidewalk Society
consists of a total of 7 figures, life + 1/4 size, and costs
$275,000. Albuquerque, New Mexico has the first set (displayed
altogether) and the Town of Avon will have the second set
(suggested to divide the pieces up and display on 3-4 corners
along Avon Road). In order to acquire Sidewalk Society, Mr. Knox
requests the Town to budget $137,500 in the Special Improvement
District upfront, the Town then pay $68,750 to the Artist who will
carry this amount for three years with no interest, and the Avon
Art Trust will be responsible for $68,750 as the second project
for the Town. There is also the possibility that the Town
purchase the 7 pieces from the Art Trust. Freight will be handled
by Mr. Knox. Individually, the pieces would cost approximately
$60,000, such as the Indian woman and child displayed outside the
Council Chambers this evening. Five complete sets will be cast
and the rest will be individual pieces. By contract, it is
disallow to have any other sets in the State. Council agreed to
pursue this matter further.
Mr. Peter Romanelli and Mr. Don Orrell, from the Avon Beaver
Creek Resort Association, requested to come before Council under
Citizen Input.
Mr. Romanelli came in to say hello and to answer any questions
that Council may have. With no questions from Council, Mr.
Romanelli introduced Mr. Orrell.
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Mr. Orrell informed that the Mayor's Cup is scheduled for
10:00am, Sunday, March 15th at Beaver Creek on Centennial. Town
of Avon employees can race free. Invitations will be sent out for
the Mayor's Cup. The location for the Awards ceremony is to be
determined.
There being no further Citizen Input, the Mayor closed that
portion of the Agenda.
Second Reading of Ordinance No. 92-1, Series of 1992, AN
ORDINANCE ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 2.32 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE
TOWN OF AVON, RELATING TO RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS OF COUNCIL
MEMBERS.
Town Attorney John Dunn informed that the Ordinance before Council
contains the changes requested upon First Reading. Those changes
being; Page 2, Section 2.32.020, the 6 month period is reduced to
3 months and Page 3, Section 2.32.04 has been added, "if the loss
of a home or place of abode in Avon is caused by fire or other
casualty at the home or place of abode of the councilmember, then
at the sole discretion of the Council all time periods provided in
this Ordinance may be extended."
Mayor Davis opened the meeting for public hearing. There being no
one wishing to be heard the Mayor closed that portion of the
meeting.
Mayor Davis called for a motion.
Councilor Reynolds motion approval of Ordinance No. 92-1, Series
of 1992 on Second Reading. Councilor Hines seconded the motion.
Mayor Davis entertained a roll call.
Those Councilmembers voting aye were Tom Hines, Gloria McRory,
Albert Reynolds, Charlie Gersbach, John Hazard. There were no nay
votes. The motion carried unanimously.
Resolution No. 92-4, Series of 1992, A RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE
1992 TOWN OF AVON BUDGET.
Mr. Bill James stated this is a housekeeping matter. One item is
the Transportation Fund; the American Disabilities Act for hiring
a consultant, and for increasing transportation service in the
Core area. Another item is authorization to hire Centennial
Engineering to study feasibility of Separated Railroad Crossing on
W. Beaver Creek ($15,000 in Public Works Fund). Total is $19,415
in the General Fund, offset by revenues of $8,015, and Public
Works Fund expenditure is $15,000, offset by fund balance of
$15,000.
Councilor Reynolds moved approval of Resolution No. 92-4, Series
of 1992. Councilor Gersbach seconded the motion and the motion
was carried unanimously.
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Resolution No. 92-3, Series of 1992, A RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE
TOWN ENGINEER TO PREPARE AND FILE WITH THE TOWN CLERK CERTAIN
DOCUMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH A PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT FOR
THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS IN TOWN AND
PROVIDING THE EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
Mr. James informed that this is the first step in creating a
Special Improvement District for improvements on Avon Road and
West Beaver Creek Blvd. which are in accordance with our
Transportation Master Plan and the Town's Urban Design and
Streetscape Plan. The Town Engineer must submit boundaries of the
proposed District, preliminary plans showing proposed
improvements; preliminary estimate of proposed costs; and an
assessment plat showing the area to be assessed, description of
each parcel and name and address of each owner with the estimated
assessment amount. The assessment of each parcel may be based
upon projected average vehicle trips per day that would be
generated under the current use of the property and then for
undeveloped property what the potential use of that piece of
property would be. Mr. James stated there were concerns with
assessing on acreage.
Mr. James presented projected costs of the pro ect (see attached
Exhibit B). Total original projected cost was 1,915,024. Total
project cost as is outlined equals $1,534,524, less contributions
of $760,000 (Town of Avon and Colorado Department of
Transportation), plus additions of $380,500 (including Sidewalk
Society through Avon Art Trust) equals Total Proposed Project
Assessment of $1,155,024.
Mr. James and Mr. Wood have been meeting with affected property
owners and have received positive responses.
Mr. Wood detailed for Council the boundaries and landscaping of
the proposed special improvement district with a wall map to
assist the presentation. Basically the special improvement
district is outlined from Hwy 6 North on Avon Road including under
the I-70 overpass and includes grass, wildflowers, shrubs, trees,
decorative concrete, pedestrian lighting and walkway, sculptures,
benches, and trash receptacles. Road widening will be on Avon
Road (going North from Beaver Creek Blvd. to the I-70
Interchange) and on Beaver Creek Blvd. (from Avon Road East to
Beaver Creek Place and approximately 500' West of Avon Road).
Councilor Hines moved adoption of Resolution No. 92-3, Series of
1992 with Section 4 to read, "The Council hereby determines that a
portion (estimated to be $1,155,024) of the entire cost of the
Project is of special benefit and shall be paid by special
assessments against the lots, tracts and parcels of land benefited
and that a portion (estimated to be $595,000) is of general
benefit and will be defrayed by the Town from other monies. The
Project is to be constructed by the Town which will design and
administer the Project and will advertise for and award the
construction contracts." Councilor McRory seconded the motion and
the motion was carried unanimously.
Mr. Wood detailed the Special Assessment District area to be
benefitted, with the use of the wall map. This is outlined on
Exhibit A of the Resolution.
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Resolution No. 92-2, Series of 1992, A RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL
PLAT OF WILDWOOD TOWNHOMES SOUTH, A RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 11, BLOCK
5, WILDRIDGE SUBDIVISION, TOWN OF AVON, EAGLE COUNTY, COLORADO.
Mr. Rick Pylman stated this is a simple townhouse plat of Lot 11,
Block 5, Wildridge Subdivision, Wildwood South Townhomes (a
12-plex). This final plat will create fee simple units so that
these units may be transferred to the individual buyers. Staff
has reviewed the plat and found it to be in compliance with the
requirements for minor subdivision. Staff recommends approval of
this plat.
Councilor Hines moved adoption of Resolution No. 92-2, series of
1992. Councilor McRory seconded the motion and the motion was
carried unanimously.
Next under Unfinished Business was Project Feasibility Study of
West Beaver Creek Blvd. Grade Separation.
Mr. Norm Wood informed that the original proposal from Centennial
Engineering of October 17, 1991 is still valid. This study will
consider options of Beaver Creek Blvd. under the tracks and over
the tracks. This proposal is not to exceed $15,000 and could be
completed within four months from notice to proceed.
Councilor Reynolds motioned to proceed with the Project
Feasibility Study of West Beaver Creek Blvd. Grade Separation
with Centennial Engineering. Councilor Gersbach seconded the
motion and the motion was carried unanimously.
Next under New Business was Traffic Flow at the westbound off ramp
of I-70.
Mr. Norm Wood informed that this proposal is to install stop
signs on the westbound off ramp of I-70 to Avon Road. Congestion
is occurring on the ramp and onto I-70. In discussions with the
Highway Department, the conclusion was installation of stop signs
on Avon Road-Northbound and Nottingham Road, with the existing
stop sign on the exit ramp. Mr. Wood mentioned that the
Transportation Master Plan suggests a traffic light at this
intersection and the stop signs allow the Highway Department to
evaluate the situation. The Highway Department has requested a
written request from the Town, if the Town wishes to proceed.
Council directed Mr. Wood to communicate with the Highway
Department in regards to Council supporting the installation of
the stop signs, with reservations of possibly creating more
problems in the center of Town.
Next was Mayor's Report.
Mayor Davis mentioned the Roaring Fork Valley and their efforts in
creating a Rural Regional Transportation Authority. Mayor Davis
mentioned possibly lobbying for the efforts in Denver on February
7th.
Mayor Davis mentioned the Legislative Seminar thru Colorado
Municipal League at the Radisson in Denver on February 6th.
The Financial Matters were next presented to Council.
Councilor McRory moved to receive items #1 through #4 and approve
items #5, #6, #7, and #8. The motion was seconded by Councilor
Reynolds and was unanimously carried.
Next presented to Council were the Council Meeting Minutes.
Councilor McRory moved approval of the January 14th Regular
council meeting minutes as presented. The motion was seconded by
Councilor Reynolds and was unanimously carried.
Mr. Bill James presented a News Release featuring East/West
Partners and Wright & Company announcing plans to develop
Wildwood. From approximately 900 units presently zoned, a
reduction to 80 units is planned, according to this press release.
There being no further business to come before Council, Mayor
Davis called for a motion to adjourn. Councilor Hines moved to
adjourn. The motion was seconded by Councilor Reynolds. The
meeting was adjourned by Mayor Davis at 10:02pm.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED:
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Patty Neyh rt, own clerk
* 9 949 5637 CHANNEL 23
EXHIBIT A
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Heritage 'Csblevision
P.O. Dos 679
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(303) 468.22N
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Channel 23
P.O. Box 6600
Avon, CO 81620
Att: Jeane toe - ai rector
Dear Jeane, _
In response to your letter dated January 7, 1992 requestWP.
funding for YYCTY. Heritage Cablevision of Colorado, inc.
has agreed to provide YYCTY a $10,000.00 Grant for the'199Z.'ye'ar
contingent upon a satisfactory renewal of the Vail and Avon.,,,:. .
Franchise Agreements. Negotiations for such Franchises--ju'e`6h-going
at the present time. As previously discussed, Heritagg'A. W's-long-term
cowdtments from the towns to ensure paybacks for techaid*V.jdvancements.
We would appreciate YYCTY's support in acquiring these-fri chise
renewal s • '
Each year thereafter, an amount will have to be budgetddl~td
approved by the company. we understand your increases fo evenses.
as we have many of our own, but feel the $10,000.00.is.very-generous.
and is the maximum our budget can withstand..
Please feel free to contact me if you have any furtlta,.5ioei4 S.
Si ncerel y,
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St"ley F. MCK#nzfe
General Manager
cc: Brian Shirk
Nancy Murphy
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EXHIBIT B
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TOWN OF AVON
LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1992-1
January 28, 1992
Construction
Street Improvements $327,684
Landscaping (North) 197,311
Landscaping (South) 496,461
Street Signs 25,000
Construction Engineering 32,768
Total Construction $1,079,224
Design
EDAW $50,000
Intermountain Engineering 108,000
Total Design $158,000
Ra
Land Cost $133,800
Legal 20,000
Appraisals 10,000
Total R/W $163,800
Finance & Administration
Financial Planning $6,500
Legal/Sherman & Howard 20,000
Bond Issuance Costs 27,000
Capitalized Interest 70,000
Administration 10,000
Total Administrative 133,500
TOTAL PROJECT $1,534,524
Town of Avon Contribution
(Town of Avon $595,000/CDOT $165,000) $ 760,000
Original Project Assessment $ 774,524
Proposed Additions
Additional R/W $ 123,000
Beaver Creek Blvd. Landscaping 78,000
Art Purchase 137,500
Capitalized Interest 30,000
Bond Issuance Costs 12.000
TOTAL ADDITIONS $ 380,500
PROPOSED PROJECT ASSESSMENT $1,155,024
TOTAL PROJECT COST ($1,915,024)