TC Res. No. 2006-41 FORMALLY COMMENTING ON THETOWN OF AVON
RESOLUTION NO. 06-41
SERIES OF 2006
A RESOLUTION FORMALLY COMMENTING ON THE
DRAFT WHITE RIVER NATIONAL FOREST TRAVEL
MANAGEMENT PLAN AND DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT STATEMENT
WHERAS, the Town Council recognizes and affirms the value of protecting both the
natural environment and the abundant recreational experiences that the White River National
Forest Service offers in light of increased developmental pressures in the area; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Avon's vision is to provide a high quality of life, today and in
the future, for a diversity of people and interests; and to promote their ability to live, work, visit,
and recreate in the community; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Avon recently updated it's Comprehensive Plan in February of
2006, which provides a clear foundation and framework for actions and implementation policies
that will encourage the types of growth envisioned in the Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Avon Comprehensive Plan incorporates the following Goals
and Policies pertinent to the White River National Forest Travel Management Plan:
Policy 1.1.3: Integrate the Town's recreational trail system with the regional trail
systems (ECO Trails, U.S. Forest Service, and BLM).
Goal 1.2: Coordinate and collaborate with surrounding jurisdictions and agencies to
develop seamless recreational opportunities.
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Policy 1.2.1: Participate in travel management planning by the U.S. Forest Service to
ensure that the adequate development and long-term maintenance of trails
and trailheads are meeting the Town's needs.
Goal 1.1: Provide an exceptional system of parks, trails, and recreational programs
to serve the year-round leisure needs of area residents and visitors.
Policy 1.1.5: Coordinate with Eagle County and other government and non-profit
agencies in planning, protecting, and managing public open space, and in
providing access and linkage opportunities.
WHEREAS, the Town of Avon held a Community Open House on August 8, 2006 to
collect trail use information in the form of questionnaires and voting exercises, where
approximately 35 residents participated and showed an increased support for trails and trail
management in the greater Avon (Hold Cross District) area;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO that the Town Council respectfully request that the United
States Forest service hereby accept the following comments on the drat White River National
Forest Travel Management Plan and associated Environmental Impact Statement:
1. Emergency egress should be provided for Wildridge Subdivision via June Creek
starting point located in Singletree Subdivision. Access for full sized vehicles should
be recognized for safety and for Wildfire Mitigation and response.
2. The Town of Avon Municipal Boundaries should be highlighted in yellow and
designated as a "community".
3. Area to the South of Wildridge Subdivision and East of Singletree Subdivision, also
referred to as "West Avon" should be labeled on all plan alternatives as 13:
Emphasized Non-Motorized." This area is currently designated with "A: Designated
Route."
4. The Town supports the continued mixed non-motorized use for the Buck Creek (#7-
2106.1) trail
5. The Town values the continued mixed use for Metcalf Creek Road (#7-779.1), and
opposes the decommissioning of said trail proposed in plan Alternative E.
6. The Town recommends that Buck Creek (#7-782.2-A) road be decommissioned and
removed from Forest Service Maps, supporting Alternatives C, D, and E for the
following reasons: 1) The Forest Service does not have jurisdiction, 2) No legal
public access is available, and 3) Alternative access is available on a nearby road and
trail.
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7. The Town supports the mixed non-motorized use for'the Swift (#7N-2106.1A) trail.
8. The Town recommends that Buck Creek (#7-782.1) road be decommissioned and
removed from Forest Service Maps for the following reasons: 1) The Forest Service
does not have jurisdiction, 2) No legal public access is available, and 3) Alternative
access is available on a nearby road and trail.
9. The Town values the historic significance of the Nottingham Ridge (#7-2107.1) Trail
and the loop options that this trail offers, and recommend keeping mixed use where
possible - including mountain bikes.
10. The Town of Avon values the use of June Creek Road (#7-717:1) for recreation and
for emergency egress in the event of wildfire, landslide, or similar catastrophe. The
road is currently obstructed with boulders near the Singletree Subdivision.-
11. Benchmark Lake Reservoir & Benchmark Lake Dam on all maps should read
"Nottingham Lake".
12. Buck Creek is not labeled with creek symbology.
11 There are other various labels within the Town of Avon that don't appear to be
accurate (ie: Metcalf Ditch, Avon, Avon Siding, Beaver Creek, Eagle Valley,
Nottingham and Puder Ditch). Please consult Town staff.
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TO: Honorable Mayor and Town Council V 0 N
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Th Lc Larry Brooks, Town Manager
Fran: Matt Pielsticker, Planner
Eric Heidemann, Director
We October 18, 2006
Fie: Trails Update - Comments on National Forest Draft Travel
Management Plan
Introduction:
This Memo is a follow up to the August 8th Open House and October 10th staff update to
Council regarding recreation trails in the Avon area. Based on data collected at the Open
House and a general understanding of trail use by Avon residents, staff has prepared a list
of detailed comments in response to the draft White River National Forest Service Travel
Management Plan for the Holy Cross Ranger District which surrounds Avon. Below, a
summary of the plan and proposed comments are summarized.
Background:
The White River National Forest Travel Management Plan and supported Environmental
Impact Statement attempt to accommodate and balance the needs of the public: and forest
managers while at the same time protecting the natural resources of our forest.
The Travel Management Plan is broken down into four distinct "action alternatives". In the
most general terms; the goal of each alternative follows (taken directly from the EIS):
No-Action Alternative B - This alternative considers the 'minimum actions' needed to
bring the forest travel system into compliance with forest plan direction. This alternative
was developed to create a feasible baseline for estimating effects of other alternatives.
Alternative C - This alternative considers optimizing the forest's travel system. It takes
advantage of accommodating recreation for more ~users where possible. It emphasizes
shared use and .optimization of available facilities, thus providing. for a greater capacity
for recreation across the forest.
Alternative D - This alternative considers the experience of the recreational user, even
some exclusive use. It emphasizes reducing recreation, conflicts among users and
providing a more sustainable program in the long term.
Memo to Town Council, Re: Trails Page 1 of 6
Alternative E - This alternative considers emphasizing natural resource and habitat
values while still considering recreation utilization.
Trail Summary:
Due to the complexity of each alternative and the variety of implications that each presents,
rather than endorsing a specific alternative it was suggested by the Forest Service that the
Town's comments be as detailed and responsive to the plan as possible. As part of the
plan review, staff has based a formal response on input received from property owners and
trail users (collected in the form of a dot voting exercises and questionnaires) at the Open
House.
Of particular interest to residents are the June Creek, Metcalf Creek, and Buck Creek trails.
These three trail heads were targeted as priority for improvements and upgrades. There
was also support expressed for keeping some trails mixed use, while at the same time
minimizing user conflict whenever possible.
Staffs review of the plan narrowed down to a select group of trailstroads immediately
adjacent or within Avon, including: Buck Creek Trail, Metcalf Creek Road, Swift Trail, June
Creek Road, June Creek Spur Road, and Nottingham Ridge Trails. Following is a list of
trails, observations of the plan altematives for each trail, and recommended comments
based on the implications of each plan alternative.
Buck Creek Trail (USES #7-2106.1)
Description: This trail extends from a trailhead located on Buck Creek Drive through a
small piece of the Mountain Star Subdivision, following Buck Creek Drainage up to
intersection with Nottingham Ridge Trail. Once at the Nottingham Ridge Trail there are
several options, one being a loop back towards West Vail via the Davos trail connection.
Observations:
• All plan alternatives support non-motorized use for this trail.
• Alternatives B, C, and E propose Mountain Bike, Animal, and Hiking for this
trail, while alternative D prohibits animals and allow Mountain Bikes and Hiking.
• This trail was targeted by Avon residents as a priority at the Open House for
continued use and improvements.
Recommended Comment: "The Town supports the continued mixed non-motorized
use for the Buck Creek (#7-2106.1) trail."
Metcalf Creek Road (USES #7-779.1)
Description: This road climbs abruptly from Wildridge Road East up to a Forest Service
Gate. The road is mainly two-track and eventually reaches Red and 'White Road with
several options from Red and White. The Nottingham Ridge trail intersects prior to
hitting Red and White Mountain Road which presents a loop option.
Observations:
Memo to Town council, Re: Trails Page 2 of 6
• All plan alternatives except for Alternative E support all current uses (i.e. Full size
vehicles, ATV, Motorcycle, Mountain Bike, Animal, Hike).
• Alternative E proposes to decommission, this trail due to the following cited
reasons:
1) The route no longer serves the purpose for which it was created, and
2) The route is not needed for administrative or recreation purpose, and
3) Altemative access is available on nearby road or trail.
• This road falls into a "designated motorized area" in all plan alternatives.
• From voting and surveys, Metcalf Creek tied with June Creek as the most used
and important trail to preserve in Town.
• The trailhead for this trail is located in Town owned Tract I, Wildridge Subdivision,
and was targeted as a priority for parking and improvements.
Recommended Comment:
"The Town values the continued mixed use for Metcalf Creek Road (#7-779.1), and
opposes the decommissioning of said trail proposed in plan Alternative E."
Buck Creek Road (USES #7-782.2A)
Description: This is a spur road (two-track) which begins at the last hairpin turn going up
Buck Creek Road and drops and ,parallels Wildwood Road as it heads over .towards
Wildwood Subdivision. This trail ends at the Town's maintenance building in Tract N,
Wildwood Subdivision. There are no formal trailheads for this road/trail. This trail is
recognized as a "system" forest service trail, currently.
Observations:
• Alternative B maintains current acceptance of all trail user types except full size
vehicles.
• _ All other plan alternatives (C, D, E) decommission and close this trail.
Recommended Comment:
"The Town recommends that Buck Creek (#7-782.2A) road be decommissioned and
removed from Forest Service Maps, supporting Alternatives C, D, and E for the following
reasons: 1) The Forest Service does not have jurisdiction, 2) No legal public access is
available, and 3) Alternative access is available on a nearby road and trail."
Swift Trail (USES #7N-2106.1 A)
Description: This is a spur trail.that connects Buck Creek Road with Buck Creek Trail.
With significant grades this two-track heads up and out of the Cottonwood PUD, through
Tract C of the Benchmark Subdivision where it is zoned Open Space, Drainage, and
Landscaping, and eventually through Tract V of the Mountain Star PUD into the National
Forest. The trail eventually hooks back up with the Buck-Creek Trail to the north. This
trail likely started for access to power line construction in the area.
Memo to Town Council, Re: Trails . Page 3 of 6
Observations:
• This trail is a "non system" forest service trail and is not on any current Forest
Service maps.
• 'Existing conditions map' recognizes this trail as open to every use except
motorized.
• Alternative B prohibits motorcycle use due to the following - reasons: 1) provide
for primitive experience; and 2) historically used for particular recreation.
• Alternatives B, C, and D all add this as a "system"' Forest Service Trail and
generally limit any sort of motorized use.
• Alternative E closes and decommissions this trail.
Recommended Comment:
"The Town supports the mixed non-motorized use, Alternatives B, C, & D for the Swift
(#7N-2106.1A) Trail, and encourage adding this trail to the USFS inventory of
'system' trails."
Buck Creek Road (USES #7-782.1) ("Buck Creek Road")
Description: Formerly known as Mountain Star Drive, this shows up on Forest Service
Maps as a 'system' road. Starting at the intersection of Nottingham Road, 'on the maps
this road runs all the way up, past the Mountain Star security gate, and , follows
Paintbrush to Tract M, Mountain 'Star Subdivision. This is -the connection point to _the
Nottingham Ridge Trail.
Observations:
• This road is in part private and should not show up on Forest Service maps as a
"system" road.
Recommended Comment:
"The Town recommends that Buck Creek Road (#7-782.1.1) be decommissioned and
removed from Forest Service Maps for the following reasons: 1) The Forest Service
does not have jurisdiction, 2) No legal public access is available, and 3) Alternative
access is available on a nearby road and trail."
Nottingham Ridge Trail (USFS #7-2107.1)
Description: This trail was historically used as a pack trail, and connects Metcalf Creek
Road with the Davos Trail in West Vail above Dowd Junction. Mountain Star
subdivision has direct access to this trail with open space parcel (Tract M) at the top of
their subdivision. A portion of this trail runs through Village at Avon property on the
extreme east end of the PUD.
Observations:
• Existing allowed uses include: Mountain Bike, Animal, and Hiking. Alternative B
and D propose keeping current allowed modes of transportation.
Memo to Town Council, Re: Trails Page 4 of 6
This trail has deteriorated with heavy Motorcycle use in recent years.
• Alternative C closes to Mountain Bikes
• Alternative D allows hiking and mountain bikes, but no animals.
Recommended Comment:
"The Town values the historic significance of the Nottingham Ridge (#7-2107.1) Trail
and the loop options that this trail offers, and recommends keeping mixed use where
possible - including mountain bikes."
June Creek Road (USFS #7-717.1)
Description: This road starts in the Singletree Subdivision and leads up to Red and
White Road. There is a spur off of this Road named 'June Creek Spur' which connects
with the Wildridge Subdivision off of O'Neal Spur Road
Observations:
• Recognized by Avon residents as one of the most popular roads for trail access
and access to Red and White Mountain.
• Road is blocked with boulders by Singletree Property Owners Association.
• All plan alternatives show open to all modes of transportation.
Recommended Comment:
"The Town values the use of June Creek Road (#7-717.1) for recreation and for
emergency egress in the event of wildfire, landslide, or similar catastrophe. The road is
currently obstructed with boulders near the Singletree Subdivision."
June Creek Spur Road (USFS #7-717.1 B)
Description: This is a dirt spur road which begins the cul-de-sac of O'Neal Spur in
Wildridge Subdivision with June Creek Road. There is a swinging gate and limited
areas for parking at the National Forest Boundary / Wildridge Boundary.
Observations:
• All plan alternatives list this short road section as open to Full Size Vehicles.
• According to surveys and dot voting exercise, Wildridge residents value this trail
connection and it is used for all mode types.
General Plan Comments:
In response to the Travel Management Plan, staff also recommends the following general
comments be included in a Resolution forwarded to the United States Forest Service:
1. Emergency egress should be provided for Wildridge Subdivision via June Creek
starting point located in Singletree Subdivision.
Memo to Town Council, Re: Trails Page 5 of 6
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2. The Town of Avon Municipal Boundaries should be highlighted in yellow and
designated as a "community".
3. Area to the South of Wildridge Subdivision and East of Singletree Subdivision,
also referred to as "West Avon" should be labeled on all plan alternatives as "B:
Emphasized Non-Motorized." This area is currently designated with "A:
Motorized Designated Route."
4. Benchmark Lake Reservoir & Benchmark Lake Dam on all maps should read
"Nottingham Lake".
5. Buck Creek is not labeled with creek symbology.
6. There are other various labels within the Town of Avon that appear to be
inaccurate (ie: Metcalf Ditch, Avon, Avon Siding, Beaver Creek, Eagle Valley,
Nottingham ahd Puder Ditch). Please consult Town staff.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of Resolution No. 06-41.
Town Manager Comments-
Attachments:
Alternative Maps
Proposed Resolution No. 06-41
Open House Summary
Memo to Town Council, Re: Trails Page 6 of 6
TOWN OF AVON
RESOLUTION NO. 06-41
SERIES OF 2006
A RESOLUTION FORMALLY COMMENTING ON THE
DRAFT WHITE RIVER NATIONAL FOREST TRAVEL
MANAGEMENT PLAN AND DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT STATEMENT
WHERAS, the Town Council recognizes and affirms the value of protecting both the
natural environment and the abundant recreational experiences that the White River National
Forest Service offers in light of increased developmental pressures in the area; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Avon's vision is to provide a high quality of life, today and in
the future, for a diversity of people and interests; and to promote their ability to live, work, visit,
and recreate in the community; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Avon recently updated it's Comprehensive Plan in February of
2006, which provides a clear foundation and framework for actions and implementation policies
that will encourage the types of growth envisioned in the Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Avon Comprehensive Plan incorporates the following Goals
and Policies pertinent to the White River National Forest Travel Management Plan:
Policy 1.1.3: Integrate the Town's recreational trail system with the regional trail
systems (ECO Trails, U.S. Forest Service, and BLM).
Goal L2: Coordinate and collaborate with surrounding jurisdictions and agencies to
develop seamless recreational opportunities.
F.\CounciMesolutions\ OOMes 06-41 Comments on Draft Travel Management Plan.doc
Policy 1.2.1: Participate in travel management planning by the U.S. Forest Service to
ensure that the adequate development and long-term maintenance of trails
and trailheads are meeting the Town's needs.
Goal 1.1: Provide an exceptional system of parks, trails, and recreational programs
to serve the year-round leisure needs of area residents and visitors.
Policy 1.1.5: Coordinate with Eagle County and other government and non-profit
agencies in planning, protecting, and managing public open space, and in
providing access and linkage opportunities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO that the Town Council respectfully request that the United
States Forest service hereby accept the following comments on the drat White River National
Forest Travel Management Plan and associated Environmental Impact Statement:
1. Emergency egress should be provided for Wildridge Subdivision, via June Creek
starting point located in Singletree Subdivision. Access for full sized vehicles should
be recognized for "safety and for Wildfire Mitigation and response.
2. The Town of Avon Municipal Boundaries should be highlighted in yellow and
designated as, a "community".
3. Area to the South of Wildridge Subdivision- and East of Singletree Subdivision, also
referred to as "West Avon" should be labeled on all plan alternatives as "B:
Emphasized Non-Motorized." This area is currently designated with "A: Designated
Route."
4. The Town supports the continued mixed non-motorized use for the Buck Creek (#7-
2106.1) trail
5. The Town values the continued mixed use for Metcalf Creek Road (#7-779.1), and
opposes the decommissioning of said trail proposed in plan Alternative E.
6. The Town recommends that Buck Creek (#7-782.2A) road be decommissioned and
removed from Forest Service Maps, supporting Alternatives C,.D, and E for the
following reasons: 1) The Forest Service does not have jurisdiction, 2) No legal
public access is available, and 3) Alternative access is available on a nearby road and
trail.
7. The Town supports the mixed non-motorized use for the Swift (#7N-2106.1A) trail.
8. The Town recommends that Buck Creek (#7-782.1) road be decommissioned and
removed from Forest Service Maps for the following reasons: 1) The Forest Service
does not have jurisdiction, 2) No legal public access is available, and 3) Alternative
access is available on a nearby road and trail.
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9. The Town values the historic significance of the Nottingham Ridge (#7-2107.1) Trail
and the loop options that this trail offers, and recommend keeping mixed use where
possible - including mountain bikes.
10. The Town of Avon values the use of June Creek Road (#7-717.1) for recreation and
for emergency egress in the event of wildfire, landslide, or similar catastrophe. The
road is currently obstructed with boulders near the Singletree Subdivision.
11. Benchmark Lake Reservoir & Benchmark Lake Dam on all maps should read
"Nottingham Lake".
12. Buck Creek is not labeled with creek symbology.
13. There are other various labels within the Town of Avon that don't appear to' be
accurate (ie: Metcalf Ditch, Avon, Avon Siding, Beaver Creek, Eagle Valley,
Nottingham and Puder Ditch). Please consult Town staff.
ADOPTED THIS DAY OF .2006.
TOWN COUNCIL
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO
Mayor
ATTEST:
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August 8, .2006
Trail Priority- Dot Voting
1) June Creek
2) Metcalf Creek
3) Buck Creek
4) Beaver Creek Point
5) Saddle-Ridge Loop Access
6). Nottingham, Ridge Trail
7) Wildridge Parr - Tract D
8). Nott ingham Road Trail
9) Buffalo Ridge/Swift Gulch
10) O'Neal Spur (private)
Use Priority- Dot Voting
.1) Walking & Hiking
2) Mountain Biking
3) Pet Walking
4) Motorcycle
5) 4x4 Jeep.
6) Snowshoeing
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8),Running
9) Snowmobiling
10) Horse
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Questionnaire Result Summary (28 received)
1) What trail(s) would be most important to preserve in Avon?
June Creek -
11
Metcalf Creek -
9
Buck Creek -
7
BC Point/Saddleridge Loop -
4
All -
4
Wildridge to Nottingham Rd -
3
Nottingham Road to Singletree -
2
Nottingham Ridge Trail -
2
On Road Path upper WR Roads -
1
2) Should Avon trails be non-motorized?
Yes - 14
No- 8
Limited Mixed-Use - 7
3) There are limited trailheads with parking: Swift Gulch Road & Buck
Creek on Mountain Star Drive. What other trail head(s) should be
established or improved?
June Creek -
9
Don't Know -
7
Metcalf Creek -
4 •w/snowmobile parking
None -
4
Beaver Creek Point -
3
Nottingham Rd -
2
Metcalf Road @ hairpin turn -
1
4) What is the major issue you see facing the management of Avon Trails?
User ship conflict - 17
Erosion - 8
Public/Private interfaces - 6
Wildlife or seasonal closures - 2
5) How do you primarily use the trails in Avon?
Walking & Hiking - 18
Cycling - 10
Pet Walking - 7
Motorized use - 7
Running - 1
October 10, 2006 Town Council Update Avon Trails
6) Would you like to see overnight parking areas?
No -
20
Yes - 7
*June creek
*Overnight for hiking trails
7) Would you be willing to help police/manage the future Wildridge Trail
System?
Yes - 20
No- 6
Not Sure - 2
8) Do you prefer single-track trails or double-track trails?
Single-track - 19
Double-track - 6
9) Are you willing to volunteer your time to help re-veg erosion areas
and create/maintain the trail system?
Yes -
No -
Possibly -
22
3
3
October 10, 2006 Town Council Update Avon Trails